Women’s experience of gestational diabetes and healthcare in southern Sweden – a qualitative study by Amanda Björk Javanshiri, Sara Modig, Peter Nymberg, Susanna Calling

“…Previous research has well documented the psychological implications of diagnosis in the women and the need for support from healthcare. …”
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Comparative Study of Sphere Decoding Algorithm and FCS-MPC for PMSMs in Aircraft Application by Joseph O. Akinwumi, Yuan Gao, Xin Yuan, Sergio Vazquez, Harold S. Ruiz

“…In this study, we propose a long prediction horizon finite control set model predictive control (FCS-MPC) framework for PMSMs. …”
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Chin soft tissue thickness and mandibular divergency: a cross-sectional study by Nada E. Tashkandi, Rahaf Alshahrani, Sara Alshanbari, Fatima Almarzouq, Seren Alshamrani, Anfal Busaeed, Eman Allam

“…Abstract Objectives The aim of the current study was to assess chin characteristics, in terms of soft tissue thickness and mandibular divergency, in a cohort of adult population and explore potential demographic correlations. …”
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Human Giardiasis in Ghana – A Scoping Review of Studies From 2004 to 2024 by Christopher Yaw Dumevi, Isabella Naa Ayeley Aryee, Peter Nii Apai Baddoo, Joyce Junior Asiamah, Ezekiel Kofi Vicar, James‐Paul Kretchy, Nicholas T. K. D. Dayie, George Boateng Kyei, Patience B. Tetteh‐Quarcoo, Irene Ayi, Patrick F. Ayeh‐Kumi

“…However, studies conducted in Ghana since 2020 indicate a lower prevalence, with rates between 0.7% and 13.0%. …”
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Associations Between Blood Pressure and Outcomes Among Blacks in the Jackson Heart Study by Tiffany C. Randolph, Melissa A. Greiner, Chidiebube Egwim, Adrian F. Hernandez, Kevin L. Thomas, Lesley H. Curtis, Paul Muntner, Wei Wang, Robert J. Mentz, Emily C. O'Brien

“…Little is known about the implications for blacks. Methods and Results Using data from 2000 through 2011 for 5280 participants in the Jackson Heart Study, a community‐based black cohort in Jackson, Mississippi, we examined whether higher blood pressure was associated with greater risk of mortality and heart failure hospitalization, and whether the risk was the same across age groups. …”
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Multicentric Study on the Diagnostic of Neuromuscular Diseases in Children with High Creatinine Phosphokinase Levels by Cláudia Monteiro, Cristina Garrido, Ângela Pereira, Andreia Dias, Mariana Costa, Catarina Magalhães, Manuela Ferreira, Miguel Costa, Manuela Santos

“…Results: We found 33 patients from 8/12 pediatric units. A diagnosis with implications for care measures and treatment was performed in half of the patients. …”
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The “most bothersome symptom” construct: A qualitative study of Australians living with endometriosis by Alice M. Mitchell, Danushi Rajapakse, Michelle Peate, K. Jane Chalmers, Steven J. Kamper, Helena Frawley, Claudia Cheng, Martin Healey, Sarah Lensen

“…Conclusions This was the first qualitative study to explore “symptom bother” among people living with endometriosis. …”
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Association of chronic stress during studies with depressive symptoms 10 years later by Tobias Weinmann, Razan Wibowo, Felix Forster, Jessica Gerlich, Laura Wengenroth, Gudrun Weinmayr, Jon Genuneit, Dennis Nowak, Christian Vogelberg, Katja Radon, Britta Herbig

“…Abstract The long-tern implications of stress during university for individuals’ mental health are not well understood so far. …”
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Expatriation-enhanced competencies: A multiple case study of technology-based entrepreneurs by Hilka Pelizza Vier Machado, Jörg Freiling

“…Finally, international competencies relate to the acceptance of different cultures (multicultural learning and perception of cultural differences), developing a sense of an international community and an international innovation culture. IMPLICATIONS: This study evidenced the influence of expatriation experiences on the training of skills of technology-based entrepreneurs, in a specific approach to entrepreneurial, innovative, and intercultural competencies. …”
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Healthcare collapse and disease spread: a qualitative study of challenges in Gaza strip by Samer Abuzerr, Kate Zinszer, Hussam Mahmoud

“…Addressing the shortages of medical supplies, enhancing disease surveillance, and providing psychological support for healthcare workers are critical steps in mitigating the spread of infectious diseases. The study highlights the broader implications of healthcare system collapse in conflict zones and calls for coordinated global efforts to address the underlying issues contributing to public health crises in such settings.…”
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Novel Blended Learning on Artificial Intelligence for Medical Students: Qualitative Interview Study by Zoe S Oftring, Kim Deutsch, Daniel Tolks, Florian Jungmann, Sebastian Kuhn

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Trends and key contributors in peripheral nerve regeneration research: A bibliometric study by Siddig Ibrahim Abdelwahab, Abdullah Farasani, Zenat A. Khired, Ahmad Assiri, Abdelkhalig Hussein Elhilu, Waseem Hassan

“…Background: Peripheral nerve regeneration is a critical research area with significant implications for neurology, neurosurgery, and regenerative medicine. …”
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Conserved recombination patterns across hepatitis B genotypes: a retrospective study by Derek Tshiabuila, James E. San, Eduan Wilkinson, Graeme Dor, Houriiyah Tegally, Tongai G. Maponga, Marion Delphin, Philippa C. Matthews, Darren P. Martin, Cheryl Baxter, Tulio de Oliveira

“…As with many other viruses, the observed recombination breakpoint patterns in HBV genomes are significantly attributable to factors such as local sequence similarity, GC content, or selection against recombination-induced protein misfolding. This study highlights the complexity of the genetic diversity and recombination of HBV, with important implications for understanding its evolution and informing tailored public health interventions.…”
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Influence of hip morphology on gluteal muscle biomechanics: a computational modeling study by Shangcheng Wang, Ryan Serbin, Kirby Bonvillain, Josef Jolissaint, Nahir Habet, Durham Weeks

“…However, the biomechanical implications of these morphological differences on gluteal muscle function are not well understood. …”
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Interorgan and Transcellular Communication in Metabolic Disease: Insights From Recent CMGH Studies by Tien S. Dong, Emeran Mayer

“…Each study offers a unique window into the mechanisms by which gut-derived signals influence host metabolism and disease states. …”
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Female Sexual Function After Radical Cystectomy: A Cross-sectional Study by Rikke Vilsbøll Milling, Anne-Dorte Seyer-Hansen, Charlotte Graugaard-Jensen, Jørgen Bjerggaard Jensen, Pernille Skjold Kingo

“…In women, RC includes removal of the ovaries, uterus, and the anterior vaginal wall, during which nerve damage can occur, potentially impacting sexual function. Studies on sexual function among females following RC are sparse. …”
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Correlation study of PBK/TOPK expression, prognosis, and immune infiltration in breast cancer by Bingxin Li, Tianze Yao, Min Zhang, Jiaxuan Yu, Jiping Xie, Yi Wan, Yuchuan Ge, Guangze Sun, Yongqiang Yao

“…Variants of the PBK/TOPK gene and their prognostic implications were explored using cBioPortal. Enrichment analysis in R identified signaling pathways linked to PBK/TOPK. …”
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Numerical study of interstitial fluid flow behavior in osteons under dynamic loading by Tianyu Liu, Baochuan Xiong, Xin Cui, Chunqiu Zhang

“…However, the transient behavior of fluid flow within these micro-pores under dynamic loading conditions remains insufficiently studied. Methods The study constructs a fluid-solid coupling model including the Haversian canal, canaliculi, lacunae, and interstitial fluid, to examine interstitial fluid flow behavior within the LCN under dynamic loading with varying frequencies and amplitudes. …”
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Lifestyle Risk Factors in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Cross-sectional Study by Mayuresh Shamsunder Pavaskar, Suganita, Deepika Agarwal, Sonal Sachan, Vandana Yadav

“…The study utilised consecutive sampling methods for the enrollment of participants. …”
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Real-World Mobile Health Implementation and Patient Safety: Multicenter Qualitative Study by Jing Jing Su, Michelle Hui Shan Chan, Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi, Rick Yiu Cho Kwan, Arkers Kwan Ching Wong, Rose Lin, Jerry Wing Fai Yeung, Qijun He, Garyfallia Pepera, Ladislav Batalik

“…MethodsA multicenter qualitative study design was used. A total of 27 participants, including 22 nurses and 5 physicians, from 2 different health care systems were interviewed individually. …”
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