Antithrombotic strategies after transcatheter aortic valve replacement a network meta-analysis by Mengxiao Shi, Ying Wu, Qing Zhou, Qing Zhou

“…The optimal antithrombotic regimen for patients without an indication for oral anticoagulation (OAC) after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) remains unclear. …”
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Mechanical properties of geopolymer concrete with partial replacement of fly ash by agricultural waste ashes by Mohammed Abdulkareem Adisa, Samson Olalekan Odeyemi, Uwemedimo Nyong Wilson, Ibrahim Sultan Subomi, Akanbi Faruq Olarewaju, Alanamu Semiat Adebimpe

“…This study assessed the effects of Rice Husk Ash (RHA), Cassava Peel Ash (CPA), and Sugarcane Bagasse Ash (SCBA) as partial replacements for Fly Ash (FA) in GPC, focusing on compressive and split tensile strengths. …”
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Robotic ileal ureter replacement for panureteral stricture disease: a step-by-step guide by Emily Ji, Devin Boehm, Jonathan Rosenfeld, Rebecca Arteaga, Jaewoo Kim, Aidan Raikar, Ziho Lee

“…Objective: Traditionally, open ileal ureter replacement (IUR) was a reconstructive option for patients with long-segment ureteral strictures not amenable to excision and primary anastomosis. …”
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Construction and validation of risk prediction models for renal replacement therapy in patients with acute pancreatitis by Fei Zuo, Lei Zhong, Jie Min, Jinyu Zhang, Longping Yao

“…Abstract Background Renal replacement therapy (RRT) plays a crucial role in managing acute pancreatitis (AP). …”
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Anticoagulation therapy and related outcomes among Asian patients after bioprosthetic valve replacement by Tang-Yu Liu, Yi‐Hsin Chan, Victor Chien-Chia Wu, Dong-Yi Chen, Kuo-Chun Hung, Fu-Chih Hsiao, Ying-Chang Tung, Chia-Pin Lin, Pao-Hsien Chu, Shao-Wei Chen

“…Objective This study aimed to identify the optimal international normalized ratio (INR) range for Asian patients during a 1-year follow-up after tissue valve replacement. …”
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The Unguided Risks in APLA Syndrome Patient Undergoing Tricuspid Valve Replacement- Call for Management Guidelines by Mayank Yadav, Meera Rajeev, Abhinav Gupta

“…Hence, it is important to establish guidelines for preoperative optimization and perioperative management of these patients undergoing heart valve replacement. …”
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Periprocedural care for frail older patients with aortic stenosis undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement by Joshua Eng, Jie Jun Wong, Kay Woon Ho, Angela S. Koh, Ru-San Tan

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Experimental Investigation into the Mechanical Performance of Roadway Shotcrete with the Partial Replacement of Cement with Recycled Gangue Powder by Shoubiao Li, Xiaolong Wang, Ruimin He, Yong Zhang, Shilong Kang

“…To maximize the comprehensive utilization of gangue waste, broken gangue can be used to replace gravel as the coarse aggregate to prepare underground roadway shotcrete, and treated gangue powder can be used for the partial replacement of cement. …”
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Epidemic Outbreak of Catheter-Associated Bloodstream Infections among Patients Receiving Renal Replacement Therapy by D. V. Kvashnina, O. V. Kovalishena, O. M. Sutyrina, I. V. Solov’yeva, I. V. Belova, A. G. Tochilina, I. Yu. Shirokova

“…Background:  Hemodialysis is the most common method of renal replacement therapy (RRT), however, its use is associated with risk of catheter-associated bloodstream infections (CABSI). …”
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A novel approach to determining pulmonary valve replacement timing in repaired tetralogy of Fallot patients by Laura Delaney, Andrew Browne, Gruschen R. Veldtman, Sihong Huang

“…Background: Here we propose a novel approach to determine a patient-specific optimal time for pulmonary valve replacement (PVR) in patients with repaired tetralogy of Fallot (rTOF) based on a mathematical technique known as optimal stopping theory. …”
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Amikacin use in critically ill patients requiring renal replacement therapy: the AMIDIAL-ICU study by Vincent Dupont, Bruno Mourvillier, Coralie Barbe, Vincent Legros, Mathieu Jozwiak, Hamid Merdji, Claire Dupuis, Hadrien Winiszewski, Antoine Marchalot, Guillaume Lacave, Mathilde Neuville, Anne Sagnier, François Barbier, Carine Thivilier, Stéphanie Ruiz, Roland Smonig, Jeremy Rosman, Laurent Argaud, Steven Grangé, Benjamine Sarton, Patrick Chillet, Guillaume Voiriot, Lukshe Kanagaratnam, Zoubir Djerada

“…Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) requiring renal replacement therapy (RRT) is common in intensive care units (ICUs), yet optimal amikacin dosing in this context remains poorly understood. …”
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Effect of Dexmedetomidine on Cardiopulmonary Bypass Induced Inflammatory Response in Patients Undergoing Aortic Valve Replacement by Zrinka Safaric Oremus, Nikola Bradic, Ivan Gospic, Ivana Presecki, Sanja Sakan, Natasa Sojcic, Kresimir Oremus, Davor Baric, Vlatka Sotosek, Igor Rudez

“…Surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) remains an essential treatment option for patients with aortic stenosis (AS). …”
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Evaluation of the Effect of Improvers: Psyllium and Xanthan Gum in Bread Loaf with Partial Replacement of Quinoa Flour by Laidy Quinte, Ingrid Valderrama, Ivan Best

“…Wheat flour (WF) was replaced with quinoa flour (QF) at a 20% level in combination with improvers such as psyllium (PSY) and xanthan gum (XG). …”
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The immediate result of replacing the aortic root with a decellularized valve-containing allograft in a child by A. V. Nokhrin, V. A. Bolsunovsky, E. S. Kulemin, T. L. Kornishina, E. V. Trizna, L. L. Popova, E. M. Gvozd, D. O. Ivanov

“…With an unsatisfactory result of open aortic commissurotomy in children of the first years of life, the need to search for optimal surgical tactics arises. The presented article describes the technique of replacing the aortic root with a decellularized valve-containing allograft in a child of 14 months of life. …”
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Aortic Valve Replacement and Penicillin Desensitization in a Patient with Abiotrophia defectiva Aortic Valve Endocarditis by S. Kumar, S. Mahmood, A. Madras, A. Iyer

“…Penicillin desensitization, optimal antibiotic therapy, prompt aortic valve replacement, and close collaboration between cardiology and various other specialties were essential in achieving a positive outcome.…”
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Research progress on influencing factors for the filter lifespan in patients treated with continuous renal replacement therapy by Li Tian, Wu Yang, Xi Chun-sheng

“…Continuous renal replacement therapy （CRRT） is an important approach to maintain the lifespan of patients with end-stage renal disease. …”
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Why is the idea of AI completely replacing physicians a pseudo-problem? A philosophical analysis by Alireza Monajemi

“…The overarching objective is to effectively address the core mission of medicine, which is providing optimal treatment and compassionate care for all patients. …”
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Effect of Using Micropalm Oil Fuel Ash as Partial Replacement of Cement on the Properties of Cement Mortar by Kwangwoo Wi, Han-Seung Lee, Seungmin Lim, Mohamed A. Ismail, Mohd Warid Hussin

“…Various experimental techniques, such as compression test, isothermal calorimetry, mercury intrusion porosimetry, and X-ray diffraction, are performed to figure out the effect of using mPOFA as partial replacement of cement on the hydration of cement and determine its optimal replacement level to increase mechanical property of the mortar specimens. 10 wt.% of cement replacement with mPOFA is found to give the highest level of compressive strength, achieving a 23% increase over the control specimens after 3 days of curing. …”
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Ultrasonic pre-treatment on the replacement of high concentration of cadmium(Ⅱ) by aluminum powder: Effect and mechanism by Tian Wang, Yuanru Wang, Hongtu Ji, Yimin Zhang, Deyang Song, Phan Duc Lenh, Thiquynhxuan Le, Libo Zhang

“…Under optimized conditions, the Cd2+ replacement degree increased by 20.7 % compared to non-pre-treated Al and 3.87 % compared to conventionally pre-treated Al, reaching 97.53 %. …”
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Replacing Theories with Evidence Around the Axes of the Eye in Intraocular Lens Selection: A Review for the Clinician by Joaquín Fernández, Filomena Ribeiro, Noemi Burguera, Neus Burguera-Giménez, Manuel Rodríguez-Vallejo

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