Comparison of extrafine and non-extrafine inhaled corticosteroids/long-acting β-agonists as maintenance and reliever therapy in asthma: a randomized open-label crossover trial by Sang Pyo Lee, Sang Min Lee, Sung-Yoon Kang

“…Assessments at each visit included the Asthma Control Test (ACT), Asthma Control Questionnaire, Quality of Life Questionnaire for Adult Korean Asthmatics, and pulmonary function test. …”
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Evaluating elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor (ETI; Trikafta™) for treatment of patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFBE): A clinical study protocol. by Colin E Swenson, William R Hunt, Candela Manfredi, Diana J Beltran, Jeong S Hong, Brian R Davis, Shingo Suzuki, Cristina Barillá, Andras Rab, Cynthia Chico, Joy Dangerfield, Ashleigh Streby, Erin Barton, Elizabeth M Cox, Arlene A Stecenko, Adrianna Westbrook, Rebecca Kapolka, Eric J Sorscher

“…<h4>Background</h4>Non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (NCFBE) is a disease that exhibits dilatation of airways, airflow obstruction, persistent cough, excessive sputum production, and refractory respiratory infections. …”
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Clinical report of Mediterranean fever in a child in Ukraine – Don’t miss it! by К.Y. Pashenko, Т.V. Frolova, Y.V. Кarpushenko, G.R. Muratov, О.М. Savvo, Т.О. Khalturina, О.М. Ashcheulov

“…Additional examination included: laboratory tests (complete blood count, urinalysis, biochemical blood test with determination of liver and kidney tests); instrumental methods: ultrasound examination of the abdominal organs and urinary system, X-ray examination of the abdominal organs with contrast. …”
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Endoscopically removed giant submucosal lipoma by Jovanović Ivan, Pavlović Aleksandra, Popović Dragan, Pavlov Maja

“…Although uncommon, giant submucosal colon lipomas merit attention as they are often presented with dramatic clinical features such as bleeding, acute bowel obstruction, perforation and sometimes may be mistaken for malignancy. …”
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Clinical analysis of the retroperitoneal fibrosis with systemic lupus erythematosus by HU Hong-tao, GAO Yue, YAO Tao, ZENG Fang, CHEN Ling, SHUI Hua

“…Objective To analyze the pathogenesis,clinical presentation,imaging findings,therapy and outcome of systemic lupus erythematosus(SLE) patient with retroperitoneal fibrosis(RPF),aiming to improve the understanding of clinicians on SLE in combination with RPF.Methods The details of one patient concurrently suffering from SLE combined with RPF in my department were collected and analyzed,and 7 cases of SLE combined with RPF reported abroad were reviewed to summarize the clinical characteristics.Results Including this case,a total of 8 SLE patients combined with RPF were selected for review.Six out of 8 were women with the age ranging from 17 to 54 years old[mean 30.5 years(30.5 ± 14.6)].Four patients were admitted into hospital for complaint of abdominal pain or back pain,3 for edema,and one for arthralgia.Laboratory abnormalities mainly included proteinuria,and hematuresis in all 8 cases.ANA was positive in 7 cases.Except one death of disseminated intravascular coagulation(DIC),the rest 7 cases achieved improvement with no relapse after discharge.Conclusions SLE in combination with RPF,a rare disease with the mechanism obscure,is considered an autoimmune disorder at present.CT and MRI are the two tests of choice in diagnosis and follow-up.A combination of corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs such as azathioprine is usually applied.Laparoscopic ureterolysis,or robotic ureterolysis,if available,is the technique of choice to relive obstruction.…”
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Deep learning-enhanced detection of road culverts in high-resolution digital elevation models: Improving stream network accuracy in Sweden by William Lidberg

“…Study region: Sweden, a mostly forested country with many small forest roads obstructing topographical modelling of shallow groundwater and streams. …”
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Retrocaval ureter. Two cases report by Bryan Antonio Iza Jiménez, Karla Lizeth Gavilanes Encalada, Israel Darío Carrillo Quisnia

“…Different imaging tests were used to detect the anomaly, and it was found that urological computed tomography is essential to confirm the diagnosis. …”
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Non-O ABO blood group genotypes differ in their associations with Plasmodium falciparum rosetting and severe malaria. by D Herbert Opi, Carolyne M Ndila, Sophie Uyoga, Alex W Macharia, Clare Fennell, Lucy B Ochola, Gideon Nyutu, Bethseba R Siddondo, John Ojal, Mohammed Shebe, Kennedy O Awuondo, Neema Mturi, Norbert Peshu, Benjamin Tsofa, Gavin Band, Kathryn Maitland, Dominic P Kwiatkowski, Kirk A Rockett, Thomas N Williams, J Alexandra Rowe

“…The A and B antigens are host RBC receptors for rosetting, hence we hypothesized that the higher levels of A and/or B antigen on RBCs from AA, BB and AB genotypes compared to AO/BO genotypes could lead to larger rosettes, increased microvascular obstruction and higher risk of malaria pathology. We used a case-control study of Kenyan children and in vitro adhesion assays to test the hypothesis that "double dose" non-O genotypes (AA, BB, AB) are associated with increased risk of severe malaria and larger rosettes than "single dose" heterozygotes (AO, BO). …”
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Effects of a New Eyelid Shampoo on Lid Hygiene and Eyelash Length in Patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: A Comparative Open Study by Asuka Kobayashi, Takeshi Ide, Teruki Fukumoto, Emiko Miki, Kazuo Tsubota, Ikuko Toda

“…Eyelid hygiene is a key to management of MGD. We tested a novel eyelid shampoo (Eye Shampoo Long, ESL) for its ability to maintain lid hygiene. …”
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Phosphodiesterase Type 4D Gene Polymorphism: Association with the Response to Short-Acting Bronchodilators in Paediatric Asthma Patients by Malgorzata Labuda, Sophie Laberge, Julie Brière, Denis Bérubé, Patrick Beaulieu, Tomi Pastinen, Maja Krajinovic

“…The aim of this study was to test whether genetic variants in PDE4D gene, a key regulator of b2-adrenoceptor-induced cAMP turnover in airway smooth muscle cells, affect the response to short-acting b2-agonists. …”
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Effect of adhesive on shear strength in young wood glued of Anadenanthera peregrina by Emilly Silva, Fabricio Gonçalves, Pedro Segundinho, Juarez Paes, Izabella Chaves, Yonny Lopez, Bruna Cruz, Rodolpho Braga, Ingridh Simões

“…Bonding was performed at room temperature (≈ 25–30 °C) and subjected to shear strength tests under tensile load. Chemical analyses of wood was conducted to understand the interaction between the wood and the adhesive. …”
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SCIENCE TEACHERS’ ICT USE FREQUENCY AND THE BARRIERS THEY WERE EXPOSED by Fatma TAŞKIN EKİCİ, Seçil DEMİRHAN, İzzet KARA, Erhan EKİCİ

“…As statistical analysis technic, t-Test, ANOVA, Kruskal Wallis H-Test and Scheffe was used for comparison of subgroups.…”
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Bilateral Ureteral Lithiasis and Postrenal Acute Kidney Injury: A Rare Complication of Diabetic Ketoacidosis in a Child by Fabio Rotondo, Sofia Siena, Maria Rosa Pastore, Pasquale Pio Maccarone, Morena Luce Mansueto, Irene Rutigliano

“…After conventional treatment for DKA, laboratory tests showed increased creatinine and azotemia. 24 hours later, he developed lumbar pain and anuria. …”
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Training &amp; Rehabilitation by Pakzad-Mayer Y, Chan Y-S, Jang J-T, Mayer PK

“…In summary, practicing Tai Chi Chuan may have a positive influence on balance control when vision is obstructed and balance has to rely on the vestibular system. …”
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Waterlettuce Weevil Neohydronomus affinis Hustache, 1926 (Insecta: Coleoptera: Curculionidae) by Telmah Telmadarrehei, Carey R. Minteer

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“But when I come home…”: How patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain account for their absent pain during naturally occurring clinical consultations by Trine C.B. Andersen, Olaug S. Lian

“…., the absence of findings in technological and physical tests) in the physical examination and clinicians’ positive summaries of patients’ bodily conditions. …”
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The role of migration barriers for dispersion of Proliferative Kidney Disease-Balance between disease emergence and habitat connectivity. by Heike Schmidt-Posthaus, Ernst Schneider, Nils Schölzel, Regula Hirschi, Moritz Stelzer, Armin Peter

“…Nowadays, many streams and rivers are obstructed by artificial migration barriers, often preventing the migration of fish. …”
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Monitoring ocular disease via optical nanostructures potentially applicable to corneal contact lens products by Bader AlQattan, Mohamed Elsherif, Fahad Alam, Haider Butt

“…Simulations were used to determine the spacing of the nanostructures, which were then produced and tested on the lens in ambient humidity and fully hydrated environments. …”
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Implementation of Indoor 4G Signal Interference Detection using USRP B210 and RTL-SDR by Ciksadan Ciksadan, Feri Thabroni, Suroso Suroso

“…The system is designed to monitor signals in real time at frequencies of 800 MHz and 1700 MHz, and to analyze Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) and Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) parameters from each RTL-SDR to identify potential signal interference. The test results show that RTL1 consistently received signals of higher quality compared to RTL2. …”
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Visual detection of screen defects in occlusion and missing scenes by YIN Dongfu, DU Mingchen, HU Tianhao, LI Youming, ZHANG Xiaohong, YU Fei Richard

“…The target detection model is trained and tested, and the average detection accuracy of mobile screen is 96.8%. …”
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