Exploring machine learning algorithms for predicting fertility preferences among reproductive age women in Nigeria by Zinabu Bekele Tadese, Teshome Demis Nimani, Kusse Urmale Mare, Fetlework Gubena, Ismail Garba Wali, Jamilu Sani

“…In conclusion, these findings can inform more effective family planning interventions, promoting sustainable development across Nigeria.…”
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Hidden reservoirs of infection: prevalence and risk factors of asymptomatic malaria in a high-endemic region of Zambia by Wisdom Silwamba, David Chisompola, John Nzobokela, Martin Chakulya, Lombe Kabwe, Kingsley Tembo

“…Additionally, participants residing in Matoya and Sikute were more likely to have asymptomatic malaria, with adjusted odds ratios of 4.56 (95% CI 1.10–18.80; p = 0.036) and 4.72 (95% CI 1.03–21.50; p = 0.045), respectively. …”
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Comparison of farmacodynamic properties of three different aspirin formualtions in patients with stable coronary disease by Antić Ana, Stanojković Zoran, Vučić Miodrag, Lazarević Milan, Vacić Nebojša

“…There is reduced efficiency of all ASA preparations in smokers, while patients receiving Aspirin protect® were 10.5 times more likely to be responders. Conclusion. Different ASA preparations observed in this study showed different efficiency on the platelet function as measured by the method of impedance aggregometry.…”
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The effect of Point Mutations in Dihydrofolate reductase genes and Multidrug resistance gene 1-86 on treatment of falciparum malaria in Sudan by Rahma Udu Yusuf, Sabah Ahmed Omar, Raphael Muchangi Ngure

“…This study aimed at determining the prevalence of antimalarial drug resistance markers in P. falciparum isolates, involving the detection of mutations at the mdr 1- 86 which associates with amodiaquine resistance, and dhfr mutations associated with SP resistances. Methods: The dot-blot/ probe hybridization, which is more sensitive and specific; it detects parasitaemia of less than 100 parasites/µl of blood, and can identify a minority parasite genotype down to 1% in a mixture, was adopted to determine multi-drug resistance (mdr1-86) to show the correlation of Amodiaquine (AQ) resistance and PCR/ RFLP adopted to determine dihydrofolate reductase (dhfr) baseline resistance to Sulphadoxine- Pyrimethamine (SP) resistance in Nubian region of southern Sudan. …”
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Delayed endoscopic necrosectomy improves hospital length of stay and reduces endoscopic interventions in patients with symptomatic walled‐off necrosis by Rishi Pawa, Robert Dorrell, Clancy Clark, Greg Russell, John Gilliam, Swati Pawa

“…Subgroup analysis was performed based on the percentage of necrosis (<25% vs. >25% necrosis). iDEN was associated with more necrosectomies than dDEN regardless of the percentage of necrosis (p = 0.017 and 0.0067, respectively). …”
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Intravitreal Plungerless Injector Device (IPLID): An Innovative Intravitreal Injector Device by Yepez JB, Murati FA, Petitto M, Kozak I, Arevalo JF

“…Data were also collected on the duration of the procedure.Results: The study sample was comprised of 210 males and 90 females. …”
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Cross-Sectional Analysis of IL-6, TNF-α, Adiponectin, Leptin, and Klotho Serum Levels in Relation to BMI Among Overweight and Obese Children Aged 10–14 in La Rioja, Spain by Beatriz Fernández-Vallejo, Francisco Jiménez Monteagudo, Lourdes Romero, Maria Isabel López Aznárez, María del Carmen Romero Cobas, Laura Pérez-Martínez

“…Mean age was similar between groups (<i>p</i> = 0.40). Obesity was more prevalent in males (59.4%, <i>p</i> = 0.048). …”
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Biogenic Zinc nanoparticles: green approach to synthesis, characterization, and antimicrobial applications by Myada S. M. Ouf, Mahmoud E. A. Duab, Dina I. Abdel-Meguid, Ebaa E. EL-Sharouny, Nadia A. Soliman

“…Unlike chemical and physical methods, biogenic synthesis offers a greener and more eco-friendly alternative. …”
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Tranexamic acid did not attenuate the acute rise in plasma syndecan-1 in a severely injured cohort: a laboratory analysis of the PATCH clinical trial by Elissa M. Milford, Dusan Marjanovic, Heidi Ho, Steven Wallis, Dominik F. Draxler, Biswadev Mitra, Russell L. Gruen, Robert Medcalf, Stephen Bernard, Colin McArthur, Marc Meagele, Brian Burns, Dashiell Gantner, Michael C. Reade

“…The aim of this study was to assess the association of prehospital TXA on SDC-1 levels in a more severely injured prehospital cohort. Methods The PATCH-Trauma trial randomised patients to receive pre-hospital TXA or placebo. …”
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ASSOCIATION OF RS2200733 POLYMORPHISM WITH ANTIARRHYTHMIC THERAPY AND PROGRESSION OF ATRIAL FIBRILLATION IN THE UZBEK POPULATIO by R. D. Kurbanov, G. Zh. Abdullaeva, T. Z. Ganiev, A. A. Abdullaev, N. U. Zakirov

“…The association of TT genotype with a risk of AF was shown, since AF was more common among TT genotype carriers compared with CT and CC genotypes carriers (90% versus 67%, p&lt;0.001). …”
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The impact of insulin resistance on long-term outcomes in heart failure: a systematic review by Soumya Sri Pichuka

“…Thus, this systematic review assessed the role of IR in HF outcomes. Materials and Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted with adherence to PRISMA guidelines.4 Databases used included PubMed, Ovid Medline and Cochrane Library. …”
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Identifying long-term conditions in New Zealand general practice using structured and unstructured data: a cross-sectional study by Vanessa Selak, Katrina Poppe, Sue Wells, Yeunhyang Catherine Choi, Allan Ronald Moffitt, Claris Yee Seung Chung, Jane Ullmer

“…Objectives This study examined whether incorporating free-text entries into structured general practice records improves the detection of long-term conditions (LTCs) and multimorbidity (MM) in New Zealand (NZ) general practices.Methods Data from 374 071 deidentified individuals in general practices were analysed to identify 61 LTCs. …”
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An Evidence-Based IT Program With Chatbot to Support Caregiving and Clinical Care for People With Dementia: The CareHeroes Development and Usability Pilot by Nicole Ruggiano, Ellen Leslie Brown, Peter J Clarke, Vagelis Hristidis, Lisa Roberts, Carmen Victoria Framil Suarez, Sai Chaithra Allala, Shannon Hurley, Chrystine Kopcsik, Jane Daquin, Hamilton Chevez, Raymond Chang-Lau, Marc Agronin, David S Geldmacher

“…Outcome data indicated that caregivers’ depression was lower at 3-month follow-up (t11P ConclusionsRecruitment and retention of the pilot study were impacted by COVID-19 restrictions, and therefore more testing is needed with a larger sample to determine the potential impact of CareHeroes on caregivers’ mental health. …”
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Validity and Reliability of 2D Video Analysis for Swimming Kick Start Kinematics by Ivan Matúš, Bibana Vadašová, Tomáš Eliáš, Łukasz Rydzik, Tadeusz Ambroży, Wojciech Czarny

“…This study addresses the need for more integrated and accessible biomechanical tools by validating IQ LAB software (Version 250319), which is embedded in the SwimPro system and enables immediate video-based motion analysis without external processing. …”
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Gender characteristics of the prevalence of noncommunicable diseases in the adult population of the Vladimir region by M. N. Mamedov, L. T. Sushkova, R. V. Isakov, V. A. Kutsenko, O. A. Drapkina

“…To assess the prevalence of major noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) taking into account gender characteristics in a random sample of adults in 5 cities of the Vladimir region.Material and methods. …”
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Effectiveness of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation in improving cognitive function in older adults with cognitive impairment: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Nga Huen Chan, Nga Huen Chan, Shamay S. M. Ng, Shamay S. M. Ng

“…Subgroup analysis indicated that TENS applied on the concha was more effective than that applied on the spinal column and earlobe in improving verbal memory in the delayed condition.ConclusionA positive trend of immediate effect and a significant long-term effect on some cognitive domains were found after applying TENS in in older adults with cognitive impairment. …”
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Genetic parameters of wound healing in patients with neuropatic diabetic foot ulcers by Ekaterina L. Zaitseva, Alla Y. Tokmakova, Iya A. Voronkova, Vasily M. Petrov, Anatoly N. Tiulpakov, Marina V. Shestakova

“…The expression of collagen genes (COL1A1, COL1A2, COL3A1) is more pronounced in proliferation phase and is subsequently reduced towards the end. …”
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Suboptimal Health Status and Stress: An Observational Study on Medical Students in Islamabad, Pakistan by Maryam Iqbal, Sumaira Masood, Manayal Arshad, Maryam Eman, Saad Ali, Maryam Ramzan, Omer Shafique, Ali Yar Ahmad, Amin Nauman

“…However, males have no more odds of suffering from SHS as compared to females (OR =1.393, CI=0.788-2.463). …”
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IMPACT OF PYRUVATE CONCENTRATION IN BLOOD ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF POST-PERFUSION CARDIAC FAILURE IN MYOCARDIAL REVASCULIZATION SURGERY WITH CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS by N. S. Molchan, A. A. Zhloba, Yu. S. Polushin, M. Yu. Shiganov, A. E. Kobak, A. A. Khryapa, I. V. Tretyakova

“…The samples of blood for anaerobic metabolism tests were collected from the catheter of heart coronary sinus before aortic compression, before release of clamps and in 30 minutes after reperfusion. …”
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Exploring the Incidence and Risk Factors of Dyslipidemia in Patients with Severe Acne Vulgaris on Systemic Isotretinoin Therapy: Findings from a Prospective Study by Jihan Muhaidat, Leen Alhuneafat, Rand Asfar, Firas Al-Qarqaz, Diala Alshiyab, Laith Alhuneafat

“…A dose reduction of 50% was found to significantly improve triglyceride levels. <i>Conclusions</i>: More than 1 out of 10 patients on isotretinoin developed DLP. …”
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