The Relationship Between Psychosocial Factors and Response to Epidural Steroid Injection for Chronic Lumbosacral Radicular Pain: A Prospective Pilot Study by Stensland M, Sanford E, Houle TT, McGeary C, Cobos BA, Lugosi S, Lehman L, Nabity PS, Covell C, Fitzgerald E, Mojallal M, Reed DE, Pangarkar S, Eapen BC, Nanda U, McCormick ZL, McGeary D

“…Data were analyzed using principal component analysis and generalized linear mixed-effects modeling.Results: A total of 40 patients (age 52 ± 13.05) participated in this study. …”
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Real-World Outcomes of Induction Chemotherapy With or Without Low-Dose Nivolumab for Stage III Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer Ineligible for Up-Front Local Therapy: A Propensity Score–... by Praveen Kumar Marimuthu, Josh Thomas Georgy, Deepa Susan Joy Philip, Ajoy Oommen John, Anjana Joel, Divya Bala Thumaty, Raju Titus Chacko, Prashant Jambunathan, Zachariah Thomas, Kovilapu Harikrishna, Rajesh Isiah, Simon Pradeep Pavamani, Balukrishna Sasidharan, Manu Mathew, Thomas Alex Kodiatte, Aparna Irodi, Balamugesh Thangakunam, Barney T.J. Isaac, Richa Gupta, Jansi Rani, Ashish Singh

“…The most common histology was squamous cell (60%), followed by adenocarcinoma (34%) and mixed (5%). Majority (85%) had stage IIIB or IIIC disease. …”
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Software-assisted structured reporting and semi-automated TNM classification for NSCLC staging in a multicenter proof of concept study by Maurice M. Heimer, Yevgeniy Dikhtyar, Boj F. Hoppe, Felix L. Herr, Anna Theresa Stüber, Tanja Burkard, Emma Zöller, Matthias P. Fabritius, Lena Unterrainer, Lisa Adams, Annette Thurner, David Kaufmann, Timo Trzaska, Markus Kopp, Okka Hamer, Katharina Maurer, Inka Ristow, Matthias S. May, Amanda Tufman, Judith Spiro, Matthias Brendel, Michael Ingrisch, Jens Ricke, Clemens C. Cyran

“…Results were compared to a multidisciplinary team reference using a generalized linear mixed model (GLMM). Additionally, participants were surveyed on their experience with SR and TNM classification. …”
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Effects of whole-body cryostimulation on spinal and shoulder range of motion in individuals with obesity by Serena Cerfoglio, Serena Cerfoglio, Federica Verme, Jacopo Maria Fontana, Angelo Alito, Manuela Galli, Paolo Capodaglio, Paolo Capodaglio, Veronica Cimolin, Veronica Cimolin

“…., frontal rise, lateral rise, backward push) motor tasks was assessed at different time-points using a marker-based optoelectronic motion capture (MoCap) system. …”
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Identification and Expression Characteristics of the Cryptochrome Gene Family in <i>Chimonobambusa sichuanensis</i> by Yining Kong, Changlai Liu, Tianshuai Li, Ji Fang, Guohua Liu

“…All CsCRYs proteins lacked signal peptides and the instability index was higher than 40, among which the isoelectric points of <i>CsCRY1a</i>, <i>CsCRY1b</i>, and <i>CsCRY2</i> were around five. qRT-PCR analysis revealed that the expression of all four <i>CsCRYs</i> genes was up-regulated at 75 µmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹ blue-light illumination for 4 h. …”
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Enhancing systemic lupus erythematosus treatment outcomes with an early initiation of belimumab: insights from a multicenter retrospective study within the first five years by Kanako Kojima, Kunihiro Ichinose, Masataka Umeda, Toshimasa Shimizu, Shuntaro Sato, Takahisa Suzuki, Yoshikazu Nakashima, Akitomo Okada, Yoshiro Horai, Keita Fujikawa, Toshiyuki Aramaki, Taiichiro Miyashita, Masako Furuyama, Naoki Matsuoka, Atsushi Kawakami

“…The study population (mean age, 41 years; mean SELENA-SLEDAI, 7 points; 51% using hydroxychloroquine) included 19 patients with a ≤ 5-year SLE duration and 78 with SLE durations > 5 years. …”
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Culture, self-esteem and menstrual hygiene management among adolescent girls in Uganda: the impact of economic and family strengthening by Flavia Namuwonge, Samuel Kizito, Vicent Ssentumbwe, Phionah Namatovu, Florence Namuli, Nhial T. Tutlam, Proscovia Nabunya, Fred M. Ssewamala

“…However, the YDA intervention alone did not significantly improve self-esteem at any assessment point.…”
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Modulating verticality representation and uprightness by virtual reality: rationale and protocol for a within-person randomised intervention associating a basic study in healthy in... by Dominic Perennou, Eugénie Lhommée, Aurélien Hugues, Stéphanie Dehem, Celine Piscicelli, Remi Gimat, Shenhao Dai, Adélaïde Marquer

“…Linear mixed-effect models will be run with different factors/covariates according to objectives. …”
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Prepartum anti-inflammatory therapies in Holstein dairy cows blocked by parity and body condition score group: Effects on metabolic stress, systemic inflammation, performance, and... by E. Jimenez, J. Spring, P. Zarei, M. Martinez, R. Sorto, E. Hovingh, J. Lawhead, J. Lection, A.A. Barragan

“…The data were analyzed using MIXED, GLIMMIX, and LIFETEST procedures of SAS as a randomized complete block design. …”
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La eutanasia: un estudio de metodología mixta sobre la experiencia de los referentes en Cataluña by Núria Masnou, Anna Quintanas, Carla Planas, Albert Planes

“…Results: From the integration of quantitative and qualitative responses, six thematic blocks emerged: 1) dedication and compensation; 2) training; 3) weak points and difficulties; 4) emotional and psychological impact; 5) considerations on end-of-life issues; and 6) motivations and advice from contacts. …”
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Multi-dimensional perspectives on sustainability in domestic waste management by Y. Ismail, R. Adji, A.D. Santoso, S. Wahyono, M.A. Kholiq, T. Handayani, S.D.R. Pahri, S. Putiamini, R.A. Pratama, F. Nurfatriani, F.L. Sahwan, F. Suryanto, Prasetiyadi , R.D. Tilottama

“…This study aims to pinpoint key leverage points for focused enhancements, promoting sustained resilience and efficiency within the system.METHODS: A mixed-method approach was employed, combining literature reviews, research journal analysis, and initial data collection. …”
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Implementation and effectiveness of Teleneonatology for neonatal intensive care unit consultations in the Netherlands: a hybrid type III implementation pilot by Josephine HL Wagenaar, Julia Broos, Ron HT van Beek, Henrike Pas, Martijn Suurveld, Anne Jacobs, Fredrik Bodell, Sylvia A Obermann-Borst, Florian Cassel, Maaike S. Kleinsmann, Saba Hinrichs-Krapels, Irwin KM Reiss, H Rob Taal

“…The TeleNeo program was developed and continuously improved during the pilot using co-creation with HCP and parents to enable embedding in care pathways and working routines. A mixed-methods approach was used for evaluation. The primary outcome was a validated 21-item usability questionnaire with five-points Likert Scale questions for parents (n = 50) and HCP (n = 85). …”
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Longitudinal Changes in Corneal Thickness over 8 Years: Findings from the National Institute for Longevity Sciences–Longitudinal Study of Aging Population-Based Cohort Study in Jap... by Hideki Fukuoka, MD, PhD, Chikako Tange, PhD, Fujiko Ando, MD, PhD, Hiroshi Shimokata, MD, PhD, Yukiko Nishita, PhD, Rei Otsuka, PhD

“…Mixed-effects models analyzed CCT changes, adjusting for sex, season, corneal endothelial cell density, and systemic health factors. …”
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Milking System Changeover and Effects Thereof on the Occurrence of Intramammary Infections in Dairy Cows by Pauline Katthöfer, Svenja Woudstra, Yanchao Zhang, Nicole Wente, Franziska Nankemann, Julia Nitz, Jan Kortstegge, Volker Krömker

“…In addition, the prevalence and incidence of new intramammary infections and the infection dynamics of the four most frequently isolated pathogen species were calculated. Mixed models were used to determine the development of the new infection rate, the somatic cell count, the teat-end condition, and the udder hygiene between the individual study time points and to compare the new infection rate before and after the changeover of the milking system. …”
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An exploratory study of the relevance of therapy format and therapist’ training in individual cognitive behavioral therapy for psychosis by Oda Skancke Gjerdalen, Manuela Zucknick, Manuela Zucknick, Ingvild Tvedt Westlie, Helen Bull, Stig Evensen, Erik Falkum, Marit Grande, Marit Grande, Roger Hagen, Roger Hagen, Roger Hagen, Kristin Lie Romm, Kristin Lie Romm, Lene Hunnicke Jensen, Petter Andreas Ringen, Petter Andreas Ringen, Olivia Schjøtt-Pedersen, Nasrettin Sönmez, Torill Ueland, Torill Ueland, Tiril Østefjells, Jan Ivar Røssberg, Jan Ivar Røssberg, June Ullevoldsæter Lystad, June Ullevoldsæter Lystad, June Ullevoldsæter Lystad

“…Emphasis was placed on potential differences between the two groups receiving CBTp, considering both average differences across assessment points and trajectories over time.ResultsIn line with expectations, all groups demonstrated overall improvements in functioning and symptom levels. …”
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PULMONARY-RENAL SYNDROME: DIFFICULTIES OF DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS by D. Yu. Andriyashkina, N. A. Demidova, N. A. Shostak, N. A. Tutaev, A. D. Ershov, D. K. Dudin

“…Chronic heart failure 2А, functional class IV. Mixed anemia (iron-deficient, chronic disease), severe. …”
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Mandibular Cemento‑ossifying Fibroma by Michael Matthys, Filip M. Vanhoenacker

“…Teaching point: Cemento‑ossifying fibroma is a benign tumor of the jaws with a mixed radiolucent–radiopaque appearance and causes root resorption and bone expansion.…”
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Reflexive Narrative in Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov by Asunción Barreras Gómez

“…There is, then, a difficulty in portraying reality, because any point of view on reality is a subjective one, in which memory and imagination are mixed. …”
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Simple preparation method and selective adsorption performance of novel activated carbon particles by Shu Ling, An Yi, Wang Xiaohan, Qin Weipu, Yang Lin, Liu Xiangdong

“…For the aerosol adsorption experiments, the chemicals (each 0.1 g) were dissolved in acetone (15 mL). One point five millilitres of the mixed solution was uniformly sprayed to the tobacco (0.55 g) taken from a cigarette product, and burned in the closed container. …”
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Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program Tailored to Increase Participation of Black and Latino Men: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial by Earle C Chambers, Elizabeth A Walker, Clyde Schechter, Eric Gil, Terysia Herbert, Katelyn Diaz, Jeffrey Gonzalez

“…We will also examine the reach of our recruitment methods and engagement in our screening, consenting, and assessment procedures prior to the point of randomization. We hypothesized that men randomized to Power-Up would achieve greater percent weight loss from baseline at 16 weeks (end of Core sessions) and 1 year (end of Maintenance sessions) than men randomized to standard, mixed-gender NDPP. …”
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