Interstitial lung disease in rheumatoid arthritis: A multidisciplinary problem in rheumatology and pulmonology by E. L. Nasonov, L. P. Ananyeva, S. N. Avdeev

“…The review presents new data regarding risk factors and biomarkers for RA-ILD; modern diagnostic capabilities based on the use of functional lung tests, high-resolution computed tomography, ultrasound examination of the lungs. …”
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Child Labor in Sindh, Pakistan: Patterns and Areas in Need of Intervention by Nadia Maqbool, Paul Newton, Tayyab Shah

“…Other socioeconomic and geographic factors reinforcing this issue are a lack of education among children, mothers, or caretakers and mothers’ or caretakers’ functional difficulties. …”
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Neural Correlates of Changes in a Visual Search Task due to Cognitive Training in Seniors by Nele Wild-Wall, Michael Falkenstein, Patrick D. Gajewski

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A new motor screening assessment for children at risk for motor disorders: construct validity by Paola Matiko Martins Okuda, Melissa Pangelinan, Carlo Chiorri, Simone Aparecida Capellini, Hugo Cogo-Moreira

“…Furthermore, differential item function analysis revealed that the precision of the test was highest for those with moderate to low motor performance, suggesting that this tool would be appropriate for identifying individuals with movement difficulties. …”
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Analysis of the Structure of Nonlinear Distortions at Baseband Pulse Impacts Using Behavioral Nonlinear Models of Electrical Circuits by E. V. Semyonov

“…An example of a three-stage baseband pulse amplifier (with step functions as test signals) is provided, for which a behavioral model was synthesized in the form of a second-order nonlinear recursive filter.Results. …”
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When do shoppers prefer using QR codes? Empirical evidence from Vietnam by Man The Nguyen, Tho Alang

“…Abstract This research aimed to explore the factors influencing the behavioural intention to use over-the-counter (OTC) QR codes for purchasing products in Vietnamese supermarkets. …”
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Biotin interference in routine clinical immunoassays by Kuo-Chun Chiu, Jia-Rong Jhan, Hsiao-Ni Yan, Yu-Chen Liao, Wen-Hui Lu, Kuan-Yi Lee, Li-Yuan Cheng, Chung-Kang Yeh, Ya-Fen Lee, Chiung-Hui Kuo, Kuei-Pin Chung, Tzu-I Chien

“…Studies have documented biotin's significant impact on thyroid function tests and various immunoassays, prompting the need for effective mitigation strategies. …”
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Insomnia, pruritus, and constipation in hemodialysis patients: a cross-sectional study by Jing Zhu, Bifei Wang

“…Statistical analyses included the t-test, Mann-Whitney U test, chi-square test, multivariate logistic regression,and receiver operating characteristic curve.ResultsA total of 210 patients were included in this study. …”
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Multiple dimensions of the quality of life among Asian American breast cancer survivors: The impact of a technology-based program by Eun-Ok Im, Wonshik Chee, Sudeshna Paul, Seo Yun Kim, Mi-Young Choi, Jun J. Mao, Giang T. Nguyen, Marilyn M. Schapira, Connie M. Ulrich, SeonAe Yeo, Janet A. Deatrick, Jillian Inouye, Grace Ma, Salimah Meghani, David Shin, Ting Bao

“…Multiple instruments including the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy Scale-Breast Cancer (FACT-B) were used to assess background factors, disease factors, and the quality of life. …”
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Silibinin protects the ischemic brain in mice by exerting anti-apoptotic effects via the EGFR/ERK pathway by Linlin Li, Wenyan Shang, Yuexia Ma, Cong Zhang, Xiangjian Zhang

“…We assigned CD1 mice into groups and assessed neurological function via behavioral tests, infarct volume staining, and edema measurement. …”
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Surgical Treatment of Cerebral Aneurysms in the Acute Period of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Long-Term Result by I. M. Shetova, V. D. Shtadler, P. D. Matveev, V. A. Lukyanchikov, V. V. Krylov

“…The patient’s age at the time of rupture of the aneurysm independently influenced cognitive functions and the ability to self-care in the long-term period. …”
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Identification of gene–sun exposure interactions of GWAS-identified variants in perceived facial aging progression by Ludivine Obry, Raissa Medina-Santos, Myriam Rahmouni, Josselin Noirel, Toufik Labib, Pilar Galan, Jean-Louis Spadoni, Gaëlle Gendronneau, Randa Jdid, Sandra Courrèges, Julie Latreille, Nada André, Jean-François Zagury, Sigrid Le Clerc

“…While both environmental and genetic factors contribute to these changes, their interaction remains underexplored. …”
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Daily activity, mood, and quality of life in colorectal cancer patients with chemotherapy‐induced peripheral neuropathy: A mediation effect analysis by Ling‐Chun Lu, Shiow‐Luan Tsay, Sou‐Yi Chang, Chung‐Ming Chen, Chieh‐Yu Liu

“…Negative mood is the major factor impacting QoL in colorectal cancer patients with CIPN. …”
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Comparison of the inhibitory effects of tooth brushing and povidone-iodine mouthwash on salivary bacterial counts in patients undergoing surgery for malignant solid tumors other th... by Moeko Nakamatsu, Sakiko Soutome, Yuichi Nakamura, Akira Imakiire, Masahiro Umeda

“…Participants were randomly assigned to the brushing or povidone-iodine mouthwash groups. Factors such as sex, age, primary disease, preoperative blood-test results, oral functional metrics, and salivary bacterial counts were analyzed. …”
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Measuring work-life wellness: A South African validation study by Melissa du Plessis, Monica Kirsten

“…Main findings: A bifactor model analysis revealed that the WLWS is essentially unidimensional, with a dominant general work-life wellness factor. While items related to work-life functioning (WLF) and work-life interference (WLI) are included, they primarily reflect this overarching construct. …”
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Impact of silicon carbide, boron nitride, and zirconium dioxide nanoparticles on ester‐based dielectric fluids by Syed Ahmad Khan, Suhaib Ahmad Khan, Obaidur Rahman, Aejaz Masood, Asfar Ali Khan, Mujib Ullah Zuberi, Farhad Ilahi Bakhsh, Md. Rasidul Islam

“…Abstract This research study investigates the influence of various nanoparticles on the dielectric breakdown voltage, oil dissipation factor, viscosity, and thermal conductivity of nanofluids. …”
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Unlocking health insights: exploring intention to adopt district health information systems in Bahir Dar City, northwest Ethiopia by Habtamu Alganeh Guadie, Amarech Kindie, Hunegnaw Almaw Derseh, Desta Debalkie Atnafu

“…Therefore, it is imperative to implement targeted interventions before system rollout, including practice-based training, fostering positive attitudes, and enhancing knowledge of the system's usability and functionality to improve the adoption of the district health information system.…”
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Assessment of Steatosis and Fibrosis in Liver Transplant Recipients Using Controlled Attenuation Parameter and Liver Stiffness Measurements by Ivana Mikolasevic, Goran Hauser, Maja Mijic, Viktor Domislovic, Delfa Radic-Kristo, Zeljko Krznaric, Melanija Razov-Radas, Tajana Pavic, Marija Matasin, Tajana Filipec Kanizaj

“…On multivariate analysis, independent factors positively associated with moderate fibrosis were gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) and CAP, while the independent factor positively associated with advanced fibrosis was GGT. …”
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Multi-Domain Environmental Quality of Indoor Mixed-Use Open Spaces and Insights into Healthy Living—A Quarantine Hotel Case Study by Han Wang, Wenjian Pan

“…The results illustrate diverse change trends in the chemical, physical, and heat stress factors present in the tested quarantined hotel room space throughout a typical summer day. …”
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The Predictors of Dietary Supplement Use Among Women With Musculoskeletal Disease: A Population-Based Complex Sample Designed Study by Myoungjin Kwon PhD, Sun Ae Kim PhD, Youngshin Song PhD

“…A complex samples χ 2 -test was conducted to compare all variables such as demographics, health status, and functional health literacy. …”
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