CO02 | Hepatic fibrosis as predictor of cancer-associated thrombosis in patients with intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

“…Histological evaluation was performed on archival formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded samples using the Ishak Fibrosis Score (IFS, 0-6). …”
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Assessing the relative significance of key risk factors for child undernutrition in Punjab, Pakistan by Abid Aman Burki

“…This study investigates the relative significance of associated risk factors among preschool-age children in Punjab, Pakistan's most populous province. Methods Using data from the 2018 Punjab Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS), this study analyses 38,495 children aged 0–59 months. …”
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Clinical trials since 2020 of rapid anti-suicidal ideation effects of ketamine and its enantiomers: a systematic review by Sumra Sajid, J. John Mann, Michael F. Grunebaum

“…Abstract Background Suicide is a global public health problem with few empirically supported treatments. Methods We conducted a systematic review of clinical trials (CT) since 2020 of racemic ketamine or one of its enantiomers’ (R/S) potential to reduce suicidal ideation or behavior (SIB). …”
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Temporal changes in ruminal microbiota composition and diversity in dairy cows supplemented with a lactobacilli-based DFM by Bronwyn E. Campbell, Mohammad Mahmudul Hassan, Robert J. Moore, Timothy Olchowy, Martin Soust, Rafat Al Jassim, John I. Alawneh, John I. Alawneh

“…Understanding how DFM influences microbial populations can inform strategies to enhance animal health and productivity.MethodsOver a 16-month period (September 2021 to January 2023), ruminal fluid samples were collected from fifty dairy cows assigned to either a DFM-supplemented group (DFM; n = 25) or an unsupplemented control group (CON; n = 25). …”
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Clinical, virological and immunological features from patients infected with re-emergent avian-origin human H7N9 influenza disease of varying severity in Guangdong province. by Zi Feng Yang, Chris Ka Pun Mok, Xiao Qing Liu, Xiao Bo Li, Jian Feng He, Wen Da Guan, Yong Hao Xu, Wei Qi Pan, Li Yan Chen, Yong Ping Lin, Shi Guan Wu, Si Hua Pan, Ji Cheng Huang, Guo Yun Ding, Kui Zheng, Chang Wen Ke, Jin Yan Lin, Yong Hui Zhang, Horace Hok Yeung Lee, Wen Kuan Liu, Chun Guang Yang, Rong Zhou, Joseph Sriyal Malik Peiris, Yi Min Li, Rong Chang Chen, Ling Chen, Nan Shan Zhong

“…<h4>Background</h4>The second wave of avian influenza H7N9 virus outbreak in humans spread to the Guangdong province of China by August of 2013 and this virus is now endemic in poultry in this region.<h4>Methods</h4>Five patients with H7N9 virus infection admitted to our hospital during August 2013 to February 2014 were intensively investigated. …”
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Growth patterns by sex and age among under-5 children from 87 low-income and middle-income countries by Cesar Victora, Janaína Calu Costa, Cauane Blumenberg

“…Introduction Although boys tend to be more affected by linear growth faltering than girls, little is known about sex differences across distinct age groups. …”
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Medical students’ attitudes toward providing patients with audio recordings of their medical encounters: a cross-sectional online survey by Cheyenne Topf, Marina Buzo, Pola Hahlweg, Isabelle Scholl

“…In prior research, patients largely reported favorable attitudes toward consultation recordings; physicians were more skeptical, particularly regarding legal risks. …”
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From genes to therapy: a lipid Metabolism-Related genetic risk model predicts HCC outcomes and enhances immunotherapy by Lei Xu, Ting Xiao, Tengfei Chao, Huihua Xiong, Wei Yao

“…However, they responded more favorably to immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICB) therapy. …”
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C-reactive Protein, Absolute Neutrophil Count, and Appendix Wall Thickness in Predicting Appendicitis Severity and Outcomes: A Retrospective Study by Waheeb Radman Al-Kubati

“…At Al-Thowra General Modern Hospital, a tertiary referral hospital. Patient and Methods: Patients aged 18–65 years with confirmed acute appendicitis based on clinical, laboratory, and imaging findings were included. …”
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Blood pressure control in primary care patients with arterial hypertension: analysing the Hypertension Register data by O. M. Posnenkova, A. P. Kiselev, V. I. Gridnev, V. A. Schwartz, P. Ya. Dovgalevskyi, E. V. Oshchepkova

“…Patients with optimal BP control were characterised by a more severe clinical course, as well as by a wider scope and higher frequency of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. …”
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Costs and Outcomes of Clostridioides difficile Infections in Germany: A Retrospective Health Claims Data Analysis by Katharina Schley, Kirstin Heinrich, Jennifer C. Moïsi, Dennis Häckl, Dominik Obermüller, Gordon Brestrich, Christof von Eiff, Thomas Weinke

“…Since no recent data were available from Germany on the medical costs and clinical outcomes of Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI), this study assessed the economic burden of CDI and all-cause mortality in adults in Germany. Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted using a large, anonymized administrative health claims research database from Germany from which an age- and sex-representative sample of 4 million insured persons covered by approximately 60 statutory health insurances was extracted. …”
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A novel machine learning methodology for the systematic extraction of chronic kidney disease comorbidities from abstracts by Eszter Sághy, Mostafa Elsharkawy, Frank Moriarty, Sándor Kovács, István Wittmann, Antal Zemplényi, Antal Zemplényi

“…A comprehensive understanding of CKD comorbidities could lead to the identification of risk-groups, more effective treatment and improved patient outcomes. …”
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The Accuracy and Trueness of Intraoral Scanners in Neonates With Cleft Lip and Palate: A Comparison of 3D Digital Models by Piyapat Chatborirak, Krisadi Phannarus, Pimsiri Kanpittaya, Pintu-on Chantarawaratit

“…Introduction and aims: Intraoral scanners have recently emerged as a safer and more convenient alternative to traditional impression materials for capturing alveolar morphology in patients with cleft anomalies. …”
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Relationships between Sleep Duration, Timing, Consistency, and Chronotype with Myopia among School-Aged Children by Rong Li, Yiting Chen, Anda Zhao, Lili Huang, Zichong Long, Wenhui Kang, Yong Yin, Shilu Tong, Shenghui Li

“…This study is done to make multiple-perspective analyses on the associations between sleep variables and myopia. Methods. A population-based cross-sectional study was conducted in Shanghai, China, which included 10,142 school-aged children (7–12 years old, 53.2% boys). …”
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The effect of ischemic preconditioning on the cardiac autonomic nervous system after exercise: A systematic review and meta-analysis by Chuan qiu shui Wang, Kun Wang, Hengxu Liu, Shi qi Liu, Yi Yang, Jiong Luo

“…Limitation: Given the limited number of included studies, the small sample size, and the unclear definition of some experimental procedures, it is essential to design more rigorous and comprehensive high-quality randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in the future to investigate the effects of ischemic preconditioning on cardiac autonomic control nerves following exercise. …”
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Psychometric properties of the German version of the Traumatic Grief Inventory-Self Report Plus (TGI-SR+) by Julia Treml, Viktoria Schmidt, Elmar Braehler, Matthias Morfeld, Anette Kersting

“…The study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the German version of the Traumatic Grief Inventory Self-Report Plus (TGI-SR+), a self-report measure to assess PGDICD-11 and PGDDSM-5-TR symptoms.Methods: Out of a representative sample of the German general population (N = 2509), 1062 reported a significant loss and completed questions about sociodemographic and loss-related variables, the TGI-SR+, and a measure of health-related quality of life.Results: Item analyses demonstrated good item characteristics. …”
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THE ROLE OF ANTI-VEGF THERAPY IN IMPROVING THE EFFICACY OF SURGICAL TREATMENT OF SECONDARY NEOVASCULAR GLAUCOMA by Uliana Sydorchuk, Ihor Novytskyy

“…To investigate the fluctuation of vascular endothelial growth factor concentration after intravitreal ranibizumab injections and to evaluate the effect of anti-VEGF therapy on the outcome of surgical treatment of NVG. Materials and Methods. The study included 25 patients (25 eyes) with NVG who underwent surgery due to IOP non-compensation (more than 26 mm Hg) on maximal hypotensive therapy. …”
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Effect of personality characteristics on perception of tooth whitening outcome in young adults in long-term: a randomised, double-blind, placebo controlled trial by Batinić Marija, Kovačević Pavičić Daniela, Šango Ana, Brumini Martina, Špalj Stjepan

“…This study investigated perceptions of tooth color change and the associated psychological and social effects over a one-year period, with particular attention to the role of individual personality traits. Methods Fifty participants aged 19 to 28 were randomly assigned to either an experimental group or a control group. …”
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Health Effects of Heavy Metal Exposure Among E-waste Workers and Community-dwelling Adults in Thailand: A Cross-sectional Study by Chonyitree Sangwijit, Parichat Ong-artborirak, Warangkana Naksen, Kraiwuth Kallawicha, Pallop Siewchaisakul

“…Factors including primary education level or below, smoking, cleaning the house more than 3 times weekly, and PSQ were significantly linked to depression. …”
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Effects of exercise interventions on cognitive function in patients with cognitive dysfunction: an umbrella review of meta-analyses by Guangyao Sun, Xingyi Ding, Zhong Zheng, Hongtao Ma

“…Aerobic exercise (MD 2.95) was more effective for AD, while mind–body exercises (MD 1.68) benefitted PD patients. …”
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