COVID transmission-related concerns impact on physical activity behavior: data from the iCare study. by Eduardo Lucia Caputo, Paula Aver Bretanha Ribeiro, Kim L. Lavoie, Felipe Fossati Reichert

“… Objective: We explored the relationship between COVID-19 transmission-related concerns and reduced physical activity during COVID (RPAC). Methods: We analyzed data from 2,543 participants across Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Canada, and the USA with at least 200 participants per country. …”
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Prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) during pregnancy in China: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Tingting Wang, Yuan Liu, Zhanzhan Li, Kaihua Liu, Yang Xu, Wenpei Shi, Lizhang Chen

“…In addition, a nationwide epidemiological study is needed to confirm the prevalence estimates and identify more risk factors for IPV during pregnancy.…”
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Thyroid hormones and frailty in older adults: systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis by Wen-Chun Chia, Yang-Ching Chen, Shuang-ling Xiu, Sen-Te Wang

“…Design Systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis. Methods Medical electronic databases were searched for cross-sectional or longitudinal studies, published from database inception to February 2022. …”
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Mother’s lived experiences of preterm birth and neonatal care in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia: A qualitative study by Alhanouf Abdulrahman Alghamdi, Ather Yousef Althekrallah, Fatimah Abduljalil M. Sulayyil, Deema Saad Al Shawan

“…Methods: This study utilized a qualitative hybrid thematic analysis approach. …”
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A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Perceptual Learning and Video Game Training for Adults with Monocular Amblyopia by Xiaolu Ming, Gantian Huang, Xiaohang Chen, Meng Liao, Longqian Liu

“…This meta-analysis aimed to analyze the effectiveness of perceptual learning and video game training for adults with amblyopia. Methods Following Cochrane guidelines (PROSPERO CRD42024504502), we conducted a systematic search across multiple databases. …”
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Influence of odontogenic lesions on root development in impacted teeth: a cohort study by Selene Barone, Alessandro Antonelli, Antonio Madonna, Vincenzo Greco, Massimo Borelli, Francesco Bennardo, Amerigo Giudice, Lucia Cevidanes

“…This observational study aimed to evaluate the relationship between odontogenic lesions and root dilaceration in impacted teeth.MethodsThe sample size consisted of 22 impacted teeth divided into two groups: with odontogenic lesions (Group IwL) and without lesions (Group IwoL). …”
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Discovering fungal communities in roots of Zoysia japonica and characterising novel species and their antifungal activities by Haifeng Liu, Hyeongju Choi, Narayan Chandra Paul, Hiran A. Ariyawansa, Hyunkyu Sang

“…In this study, culture-independent ITS amplicon sequencing and culture-dependent isolation methods were used to reveal fungal community in roots of the turf-grass Zoysia japonica. …”
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Association of Anti-Ro Antibodies with ECG Abnormalities in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Cross-Sectional Study in a University Hospital by Parisa Delkash, Mohammad Abdehagh, Soheila Sadeghi, Fatemeh Omidi

“…However, further research with a larger sample size and more in-depth analysis is needed to clarify Anti-Ro antibodies' role in SLE's cardiovascular manifestations.…”
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Comparison of encrustation between silicon-covered and polytetrafluoroethylene-covered metallic stent, in vitro experimental study by Deok Hyun Han, Woo Jin Bang, Jae Hoon Chung

“…Purpose: To compare encrustation resistance between silicon- and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-covered metallic ureteral stents (MUS) in an in vitro infection model and to determine the most effective material for reducing biofilm formation and encrustation. Materials and Methods: A total of 52 MUS were prepared: 26 silicon-covered and 26 PTFE-covered stents. …”
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Investigating the role of chlorogenic acids and coffee type in coffee-induced teeth discoloration by Soyeon Kim, Shin Hye Chung, Ryan Jin Young Kim, Young-Seok Park

“…To address this concern, this study aimed to investigate the role of chlorogenic acids (CGAs) and the type of coffee in coffee-induced teeth discoloration. Materials and Methods: High-performance liquid chromatography with a photodiode array detector was used to determine the CGAcontents of instant coffee produced by five manufacturers (Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, Kanu, Ediya, Coffee Bean). …”
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Evaluation of serum pro/anti-angiogenic biomarkers in hyperglycemic rats treated with Securigera securidaca seeds, alone and in combination with Glibenclamide by Elham Bahreini, Mohammad Babaei, Forogh Mohammadi, Shahin Alizadeh-Fanalou

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of hydroalcoholic extracts of Securigera securidaca (HESS) seeds alone and in combination with glibenclamide on the angiogenic/anti-angiogenic balance in streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetic rats. Methods: Groups involved in this animal study included diabetic and healthy controls, three doses of HESS, glibenclamide, and combination therapy. …”
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Effects of the interaction between dicarboxylic acid polymer and CaO on phosphorus use efficiency of cassava grown on the acidic sulfate soil in the Mekong Delta by Nguyen Kim Quyen, Ngo Phuong Ngoc, Pham Thi Phuong Thao, Le Minh Ly

“…However, studies on the effects of interaction between DCAP/P and CaO to improve the PUE of plants on acidic soils are limited. MethodsThis study aimed to (i) examine the effects of lime and DCAP on improving P uptake and cassava growth on acid sulfate soil and (ii) evaluate the effects of interaction between lime and DCAP/P on cassava PUE. …”
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Risk-communication issues in radiation safety: Mass consciousness about radiation and nuclear industry based on the results of a sociological research in St. Petersburg, the Lening... by N. V. Sokolov, A. M. Biblin, L. V. Repin, L. S. Rekhtina

“…The analysis of the population’s awareness, peculiarities of the perception of radiation risks and the tendencies in the formation of a public assessment of large nuclear projects have been carried out. Materials and Methods: The data were collected during mass surveys of representative samples of the population of two regions located in the Northwest of the Russian Federation: 1) St. …”
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The role of walking-tracking apps and chronic medical conditions for adult students’ quality of life: A cross-sectional study from Saudi Arabia by Manal Almalki

“…Statistical analysis included independent t-tests, Pearson correlations, and chi-square tests to determine significant associations (p < 0.05). Results: The sample consisted of 412 participants. The chi-square test revealed a significant association between having a medical condition and using a walking-tracking app (p = 0.037), with individuals without medical conditions being more likely to use these apps. …”
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Perinatal Outcome among Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus by Jwan Mohammed Sabir Zangana, Nawshad Nawzad Ramadhan

“…This study aims to know the perinatal outcome among neonates of diabetic mothers in comparison with those of non-diabetic mothers. Methods: A case control study was carried out at Maternity Teaching Hospital in Erbil City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq over 6 months’ period, from 1st April 2019 to 1st 0f January 2020. …”
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Comparison of Refractive Results IOL Calculation Using the IV Generation Formulas in Cases of Previous Radial Keratotomy by O. V. Shilovskih, A. N. Ulyanov, M. V. Kremeshkov, E. M. Titarenko

“…The formula was chosen with calculation that it covers the whole spectrum range of optical cornea and front-back axle of all patients in this sample. Refractive outcome was taken into account in one month or more after surgery.Results. …”
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New technological solutions in the production of high quality cyclohexanone by S. V. Levanova, E. A. Martynenko, A. A. Morgun, I. L. Glazko, A. B. Sokolov

“…The changes should ensure the high quality of the product without requiring significant energy and investment costs.Methods. Studies of heterophase alkaline hydrolysis with NaOH solutions were carried out at 30–80 °C in the presence of and without a phase transfer catalyst (PTC) (saponification conditions in the industry are 70 °C). …”
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Adaptation of the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist for DSM-5 by Pablo D. Valencia, Anabel de la Rosa-Gómez, Alan Ernesto Barba-Sánchez, Alejandrina Hernández-Posadas, María Jesús Hernandez-Jiménez

“…This study employed exploratory and confirmatory methods to develop a brief 7-item version of the PCL-5 involving1,337 individuals seeking psychological support in Mexico. …”
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Effects of in ovo administrated aflatoxin b1 on the embryonic development of proximal tibial growth plate in broiler chickens by Yasemin Öznurlu, İlhami Çelik

“…In this study, detrimental effects of in ovo given aflatoxin B, (AFB,) on the embryonic development of tibia and its proximal growth plate were determined by means of histologic and histometric methods. For this purpose, 1024 eggs of Hubbard parent stocks were divided into 10 groups, which designed as controls, drilled-sealed group, solvent group, 2,5 ng AFB,/egg group, 5 ng AFB1/egg group, 7.5 ng AFB,/egg group, 10 ng AFB,/egg group, 15 ng AFB,/egg group, 17.5 ng AF8,/egg group and 20 ng AFB,/egg group. …”
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Land use changes and restraining environmental risks via mitigation approach, the case of Darakeh-Velenjak watershed in Iran by Hassan Esmaeilzadeh, Mohsen Ehteshami

“…To extract the necessary information from the satellite images, Supervised Maximum Likelihood Classification algorithm was used, further complemented by visual interpretation methods. The sample population for conducting the Delphi technique consisted of 34 experts. …”
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