Comparative Study of Vault Measurement by Pentacam, Casia2, and RTVue in Myopic Eyes After Implantable Collamer Lens Implantation by Liu F, Xu Y, Ye Y, Zhang Z, Niu L, Yao P, Wang X, Zhou X, Zhao J

“…USA).Methods: This comparative study recruited 95 eyes of 50 patients (mean age: 28.40± 4.51, male/female 15/35) who underwent implantable collamer lens (ICL) implantation for myopia correction. …”
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THE ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION: THE ROLE OF SUSTAINABLE BANKING IN QUALITY GROWTH by PULBERE (GHELASE) CARMEN CORNELIA, NECULITA MIHAELA

“…This research explore how sustainable banking methods and economic growth are connected by studying the effects of financial inclusion and green bonds on the Human Development Index (HDI). …”
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Follow-up of Surgical and Nonsurgical Patients With Pulmonary Aspergillosis: A Real-World Study by Chen Z, Shang Y, Wasti B, Ou Y, Gong S, Xiang X, Ouyang R

“…The purpose of this study was to investigate the diagnosis and treatment, follow-up results and prognostic factors of PA patients in the real world, so as to deepen our understanding of PA and improve the prognosis of PA patients.Materials and Methods: Eligible patients with pathologically diagnosed PA (n = 125) were retrospectively enrolled and followed up. …”
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Near-Peer Training: Impact of a Single Session on Students’ OSCE Performance by Alves AS, Taramarcaz V, Cerutti B, Genevay S, Schiffer E, Junod Perron N

“…This study aims to assess the impact of a single clinical skill NPT session on students’ overall objective performance at a summative OSCE.Patients and Methods: This prospective study evaluated the impact of a two-hour NPT session focused on three system-related clinical situations on overall clinical performance. …”
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LIPUS Responsive Dopamine-Modified PVDF Piezoelectric Nanofiber Membrane for Full-Thickness Skin Wound Healing by Zhang Z, Liu L, Wang H, Xie W, Zhai W, Wen L, Zhang B, Liu K, Zhang X, Liu S, Huang L, Li D, Zhou Y

“…This study introduces a portable approach for promoting scarless healing and skin appendage regeneration by utilizing low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) activated piezoelectric electrospun membranes to modulate the local electrical environment.Methods: Dopamine-modified polyvinylidene fluoride (DA/PVDF) nanomembranes were fabricated via electrospinning, followed by piezoelectric characterization under varying LIPUS stimulation. …”
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Inhibition of Colorectal Cancer by Perillaldehyde Through Targeting SRD5A1 to Induce Autophagy via the PI3K/AKT Pathway by Leng Z, Zhang Y, Guo M, Chen Y, Wang Z

“…This study aims to assess the therapeutic potential of PAH against CRC and to clarify its mechanisms of action, providing a rationale for PAH as a promising candidate for anti-CRC therapy.Methods: In vitro, we used CCK-8, colony formation, EdU assays, flow cytometry, and Western blotting to assess the effects of PAH on CRC cell proliferation and apoptosis. …”
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Synthesis, structure, and visible-light-driven activity of o-YbFeO3/h-YbFeO3/CeO2 photocatalysts by Sofia M. Tikhanova, Lev A. Lebedev, Svetlana A. Kirillova, Maria V. Tomkovich, Vadim I. Popkov

“…Photo-Fenton-like oxidation of organic substances is one of the key advanced oxidation processes based on the reversible Fe2+↔Fe3+ transition and the generation of a strong oxidant ·OH in the presence of H2O2 and is currently considered as a promising method for the purification of polluted aqueous media. …”
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Quantitative examination of video-recorded NHS Health Checks: comparison of the use of QRISK2 versus JBS3 cardiovascular risk calculators by Christopher J Gidlow, Sarah Grogan, Lisa Cowap, Elizabeth Cottrell, Ruth Chambers, Naomi J Ellis, Victoria A Riley, Diane Crone, David Clark-Carter

“…The sample was 51% women, 83% white British, with approximately equal proportions across age groups. NHSHC duration varied greatly (6.8–38.0 min). …”
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Using A Neural Network to Generate Images When Teaching Students to Develop an Alternative Text by Yekaterina A. Kosova, Kirill I. Redkokosh, Pavel O. Mikheyev

“…Thus, concise and accurate alternative descriptions for images after training students in a neural network can be converted into equally high-quality text alternatives, the relevance of which is increased by adding plot details to the description.Conclusion. …”
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Trends in Global Burden of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Attributable to High Fasting Plasma Glucose, 1990–2021 by Irena Ilic, Vladimir Jakovljevic, Ivana Zivanovic Macuzic, Ana Ravic-Nikolic, Milena Ilic, Marija Sorak, Vesna Milicic

“…This study aimed to assess the global burden of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias attributable to high fasting plasma glucose in the last decades. <i>Materials and Methods</i>: A descriptive epidemiological study was conducted. …”
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miR-21-5p Enriched Exosomes from Human Embryonic Stem Cells Promote Osteogenesis via YAP1 Modulation by Huang X, Zhao Z, Zhan W, Deng M, Wu X, Chen Z, Xie J, Ye W, Zhao M, Chu J

“…Xinqia Huang,1,&ast; Ziquan Zhao,1,&ast; Weiqiang Zhan,1 Mingzhu Deng,1 Xuyang Wu,1 Zhoutao Chen,1 Jiahao Xie,2 Wei Ye,3 Mingyan Zhao,1,4 Jiaqi Chu3,4 1Orthopaedic Center, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524001, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Dermatology, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524001, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524001, People’s Republic of China; 4Stem Cell Research and Cellular Therapy Center, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524001, People’s Republic of China&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Jiaqi Chu; Mingyan Zhao, Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, No. 57 Renmin Avenue South Road, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524001, People’s Republic of China, Email chujiaqi@gdmu.edu.cn; mingyan.zhao@gdmu.edu.cnPurpose: To investigate the osteogenic potential of human embryonic stem cell-derived exosomes (hESC-Exos) and their effects on the differentiation of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (hUCMSCs).Methods: hESC-Exos were isolated and characterized using transmission electron microscopy (TEM), nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA), and Western blotting. hUCMSCs were cultured with hESC-Exos to assess osteogenic differentiation through alizarin red staining, quantitative PCR (qPCR), and Western blotting. miRNA profiling of hESC-Exos was performed using miRNA microarray analysis. …”
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The Impact of Exercise Training on the Brain and Cognition in Type 2 Diabetes, and its Physiological Mediators: A Systematic Review by Jitske Vandersmissen, Ilse Dewachter, Koen Cuypers, Dominique Hansen

“…Resistance and endurance exercise were found to be equally effective for achieving cognitive improvement. …”
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Ethyl Acetate Extract of Elsholtzia bodinieri Vaniot Attenuates Oxidative Stress in ALI Mice by Yin H, Hu J, Li Y, Feng Y, Li Z, Sun R, Tian L, Li Y

“…This study was carried to investigate the role and mechanisms of EBE ethyl acetate extract (EBEE) against oxidative stress in ALI.Methods: By multiple bioinformatics analysis, AGER and ITGB2 were found to be the potential target genes of EBEE against oxidative stress in ALI. …”
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The socioeconomic burden of meningococcal infection in the Russian Federation by Yu. V. Lobzin, A. S. Kolbin, A. A. Vilnits, A. A. Kurylev, Yu. E. Balykina, M. A. Proskurin

“…To evaluate the socioeconomic burden of GFMI in the Russian Federation.Materials and methods. The study was conducted from the perspective of the healthcare system and society as a whole using a modeling method for children and adults, taking into account the following costs: 1) direct medical costs: emergency medical care, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and rehabilitation treatment; 2) direct non-medical costs: payment of dis ability pensions and temporary disability (TD); 3) indirect costs: loss of gross domestic product (GDP) and economic losses as a result of premature death from MI in childhood. …”
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NLRP3 Mediates NOXs-Induced Iron Overload and Inflammation but Not Oxidative Damage in Colons of DSS-Treated Mice by Yu L, Wang M, Zhou Y, Qi J, Zheng Q, Song Z

“…Here, we investigated the effects of chemical inhibition of NOXs and NLRP3 activity on colonic iron metabolism and inflammatory reactions in a murine model of dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-induced ulcerative colitis.Methods: The mice were randomly divided into five groups: normal control group, DSS-induced ulcerative colitis model group (DSS), DSS + Dapansutrile group, DSS + Diphenyleneiodonium chloride group, and DSS + Dapansutrile + Diphenyleneiodonium chloride group. …”
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Intrathecal Morphine and Ropivacaine for Quality of Recovery After Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Yang Y, Lin W, Zhuo Y, Luo Y, Wu X, Li J, Yao Y

“…This study aimed to evaluate this combination’s effect on recovery outcomes after laparoscopic colorectal surgery.Patients and Methods: In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, 78 patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery received either preservative-free intrathecal morphine 250 μg with ropivacaine 15 mg (Intrathecal group) or a sham subcutaneous saline injection (Control group). …”
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Involvement in Parasocial Relationships among Middle-Aged Women by A.M. Molokostova, M.N. Kosmacheva

“…Women who feel lonely, as well as those who do not feel lonely, are equally prone to becoming involved in parasocial relationships. …”
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Risk Factors for Pleural Reaction in CT-Guided Percutaneous Lung Nodule Localization: A Single-Center Retrospective Study by Zhou N, Feng N, Jiao Z, Shi X, Wang T, Zhao G

“…This study aims to identify the risk factors associated with PR in CT-guided percutaneous lung nodule localization (CT-PLNL) procedures.Methods: This retrospective study included 467 patients who underwent video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) at Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital between January 2022 and December 2023, all of whom had received CT-PLNL. …”
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Biometry and Intraocular Lens Power Calculation by Combined Scheimpflug-Placido Disc versus Optical Interferometry Devices by Mehlan Juliane, Lehman Anne-Isabel, Cichocki Myriam, Druchkiv Vasyl, Katz Toam, Stephan J Linke

“…Conclusion: Both the laser interferometry/keratometry performed by the IOL Master and the interferometry/raytracing biometry strategy performed by the Galilei G6 demonstrated equal results when executing the IOL power calculation before cataract surgery in eyes with no prior ocular surgery.…”
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Correlation Between Serum Creatinine-to-Cystatin C Ratio and Prognosis of Patients with Hip Fracture by Lu W, Rao M, Jia F, Chen W, Li B, Bian J, Wang J

“…Wenbin Lu,&amp;ast; Miaomiao Rao,&amp;ast; Fan Jia,&amp;ast; Wubin Chen, Bin Li, Jinjun Bian, Jiafeng Wang Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, People’s Republic of China&amp;ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Jinjun Bian; Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Military Medical University, 168, Changhai Road, Shanghai, 200433, People’s Republic of China, Tel/Fax +86-021-31161841, Email jinjunbicu@163.com Jiafeng Wang, Faculty of Anesthesiology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Military Medical University, 168, Changhai Road, Shanghai, 200433, People’s Republic of China, Tel/Fax +86-021-31161886, Email jfwang@smmu.edu.cnObjective: This study aimed to investigate the association between the serum creatinine-to-cystatin C ratio (CCR) and the prognosis of patients with hip fracture.Methods: This retrospective cohort study included patients who underwent hip fracture surgery at a tertiary hospital in China between January 2018 and December 2023. …”
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