Robust Regression as a Sensible Alternative to the Weighted Ordinary Least Squares Regression in case of Heteroskedasticity. A Tutorial by Annalisa Orenti, Anna Zolin, Ettore Marubini, Paolo Antonelli, Federico Ambrogi, Bruno Mario Cesana

“…Results: It has been shown that in a simulated sample of heteroscedastic data with and without an obvious artificially created outlier the weighted regression performs worse with more biased parameter estimates than robust regression procedures (such as the robust MO procedure) as the presence of the outlier is not adequately neutralized. …”
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The effectiveness of non-nucleoside dual therapy in “naive” HIV patients by Elena Veselova, Karina Kocharyan, Alla Peregudova, Valentina Tinkova, Anastasia Samoilova, Anastasiya Gaida

“…The efficacy of treatment was determined by the average level of VL, the proportion of patients with undetectable VL and the proportion of patients with an increase in CD4+ more than 50 cl/µl. The assessment was carried out using t-test for independent samples, the differences were significant at p 0.05. …”
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Use of medical services and medicines attributable to diabetes in Sub-Saharan Africa. by Jonathan Betz Brown, Kaushik Ramaiya, Stéphane Besançon, Paul Rheeder, Clarisse Mapa Tassou, Jean-Claude Mbanya, Katarzyna Kissimova-Skarbek, Eva Wangechi Njenga, Eva Wangui Muchemi, Harrison Kiambuthi Wanjiru, Erin Schneider

“…<h4>Findings</h4>DMs consumed 12.95 times more days of inpatient treatment, 7.54 times more outpatient visits, and 5.61 times more medications than MCs (all p<0.001). …”
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Systematic druggable genome-wide Mendelian randomization identifies therapeutic targets for hyperemesis gravidarum by Fengyang Wang, Wenpeng Ruan, Qiuyuan Yin, Lei Zhu

“…Methods A two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis was performed to estimate the causal effects of blood-druggable genes on HG. …”
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Comparing the immediate effects of knee bracing V/S patellar taping on ground reaction force in chronic knee Osteoarthrosis: A randomized clinical trial by Sakshi Kawale, Aishwarya Nitin Sonwane, Jeyaganesh Vellaisamy, Anupama Pathak, M. Premkumar

“…However, the limitations, including a small sample size and short-term analysis, must be considered. …”
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The pros and cons of suturing the ventral hernia defect using the intraperitoneal onlay mesh technique by Jovanović Bojan, Rančić Dejan, Rančić Ljubiša, Krstović Miljan

“…The aim of this study was to compare the treatment outcome between two laparoscopic techniques: the PFC technique and mesh placement without suture closure (IPOM technique) for defects under 4 cm in patients with ventral hernias. Methods. The study sample was comprised of 50 patients who underwent laparoscopic ventral hernia surgery from January 1, 2018, until December 31, 2020. …”
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Cerebral palsy in preterm infants by Demeši-Drljan Čila, Mikov Aleksandra, Filipović Karmela, Tomašević-Todorović Snežana, Knežević Aleksandar, Krasnik Rastislava

“…The aim of this study was to examine the relationships among gestational age, type of CP, functional ability and associated conditions. Methods. The sample size was 206 children with CP. …”
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Determinants of Patient Use of Telemental Health Services: Representative Cross-Sectional Survey From Germany by Ariana Neumann, Hans-Helmut König, André Hajek

“…ResultsYounger age, a more positive patient attitude toward telemental health services, a more positive provider attitude toward using the services, and higher provider skills for using the services were positively associated with patient use of telemental health services since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. …”
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Religion, anthropocentrism, and animal ethics: an investigation in higher education by José Gómez-Galán

“…Based on the hypothesis that specific religious ideas may influence our attitudes toward animals, this research utilized a non-experimental, descriptive, mixed-methods approach. Innovative survey and interview techniques were applied to a large sample (n = 315), and statistical tests were employed to ensure objectivity in data analysis. …”
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The Effect of Nutritional Mobile Apps on Populations With Cancer: Systematic Review by Krystal Lu Shin Ng, Murallitharan Munisamy, Joanne Bee Yin Lim, Mustafa Alshagga

“…ConclusionsAlthough mobile app platforms are used to deliver nutrition interventions, the evidence for long-term efficacy, particularly in populations with cancer, remains elusive. More robust randomized controlled trials with larger sample sizes, as well as more homogeneous population characteristics and outcome measures, are warranted. …”
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A Cross‐Sectional Study of Platelet‐to‐Lymphocyte Ratio in Relation to Pigment Cell Nevi and Atypical Mole Syndrome by Reetta Nevakivi, Hanna Siiskonen, Salla Haimakainen, Ilkka T. Harvima

“…A peripheral blood sample was analyzed for blood cells. Results PLR levels were significantly higher in subjects with more than 50 nevi or AMS. …”
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Machine learning−derived multivariable predictors of postcardiotomy cardiogenic shock in high-risk cardiac surgery patientsCentral MessagePerspective by Edward G. Soltesz, MD, MPH, Randi J. Parks, PhD, Elise M. Jortberg, MS, Eugene H. Blackstone, MD

“…Reliable preoperative PCCS predictors were more advanced cardiac, liver, and renal failure; frailty; and greater white cell count. …”
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Cigarette Use, Lung Cancer Screening Eligibility and Completion Among Persons With Poor Mental Health by Monica Hernandez, Anastasia Rogova, Lorraine R. Reitzel, Lisa M. Lowenstein, Robert J. Volk

“…ABSTRACT Background Depression and mental distress are associated with greater cigarette use; however, it remains unclear how poor mental health relates to eligibility and completion of lung cancer screening (LCS). Methods Study of a 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) sample of adults aged 50+. …”
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The prevalence of traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease in the Omsk region: data of the ESSE-RF2 study by I. A. Viktorova, N. G. Shirlina, V. L. Stasenko, G. A. Muromtseva

“…To study the prevalence of some traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the Omsk region.Material and methods. The prevalence of traditional risk factors for CVD in a representative sample of the Omsk region population aged 25-64 years (n=1,648) was estimated as a part of the ESSE-RF2 study in 2017.Results. …”
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Clinical Learning Environment of the "Nursing of Childbearing Family" Course from the Students\' Perspectives: An Observational Prospective Study by Howieda Fouly, Patricia M. Davidson

“…Therefore, the current study confirmed that assessing the clinical environment instilled more confidence in participants to go beyond the course procedures and seek more complex scenarios.…”
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Machine learning unveils key Redox signatures for enhanced breast Cancer therapy by Tao Wang, Shu Wang, Zhuolin Li, Jie Xie, Kuiying Du, Jing Hou

“…Furthermore, the analysis revealed that patients with low AIARS expression levels are more responsive to immunotherapy. Conversely, those exhibiting high AIARS were found to be more susceptible to certain chemotherapeutic agents, including vincristine. …”
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Condition of nasopharynx contamination in children with chronic tonsillitis and gastroesophageal reflux disease by L. M. Boiarska, L. V. Hrebeniuk, K. O. Ivanova, V.V. Akhtyrsky

“…The aim was to study the condition of nasopharynx contamination in children with chronic tonsillitis depending on the presence of pathological gastro-esophageal reflux. Materials and methods. In total, 44 children aged 4.60 ± 0.14 years were enrolled in the study. …”
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Serum concentration of soluble adhesive molecules in patients with different forms of coronary artery disease by Damnjanović Goran, Jelić Marija, Đinđić Boris, Ilić Stevan

“…The aim of the paper was to compare concentrations of soluble forms of VCAM-1 and ICAM-1 in patients with different clinical presentations of coronary artery disease (CAD) and patients without CAD. Methods. Blood samples were taken from 25 patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), 25 patients with unstable angina pectoris (UAP), 25 with stable angina pectoris (SAP) and from 15 control patients without CAD, and concentrations of solubile adhesive molecules (VCAM-1, ICAM-1) were determined. …”
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Intake of Sweets, Snacks and Soft Drinks Predicts Weight Gain in Obese Pregnant Women: Detailed Analysis of the Results of a Randomised Controlled Trial. by Kristina M Renault, Emma M Carlsen, Kirsten Nørgaard, Lisbeth Nilas, Ole Pryds, Niels J Secher, Sjurdur F Olsen, Thorhallur I Halldorsson

“…Emphasis on reducing intakes of these foods may be more relevant for limiting gestational weight gain than encouraging strict compliance to more specific diets.…”
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Catastrophic costs of Tuberculosis in patients registered under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme in South-East Delhi, India by Tazean Zahoor Malik, Faheem Ahmed, Sushovan Roy, Rashmi Agarwalla, Rambha Pathak

“…Methodology: The study was a mixed-method study conducted in various DOTS centres of South-East Delhi. …”
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