Integrating univariate and multivariate stability indices for breeding clime-resilient barley cultivars by Ammar Elakhdar, Ahmed A. El-Naggar, Sally El-Wakeell, Anas H. Ahmed

“…Therefore, evaluating both yield performance and stability across diverse environments is essential in yield trials to identify high-yield potential and stable cultivars. …”
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Coronary health index based on immunoglobulin light chains to assess coronary heart disease risk with machine learning: a diagnostic trial by Wenbo Ren, Zichen Zhang, Yifei Wang, Jiangyuan Wang, Li Li, Lin Shi, Taiyu Zhai, Jing Huang

“…However, current diagnostic methods using peripheral blood IgLCs levels or subtype ratios show limited accuracy for CHD, lacking comprehensive assessment and posing challenges in early detection and precise disease severity evaluation. …”
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Feasibility and safety of targeted focal microwave ablation of the index tumor in patients with low to intermediate risk prostate cancer: Results of the FOSTINE trial. by Nicolas Barry Delongchamps, Alexandre Schull, Julien Anract, Jean-Paul Abecassis, Marc Zerbib, Mathilde Sibony, Léa Jilet, Hendy Abdoul, Vincent Goffin, Michaël Peyromaure

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Effect of Ondansetron on Postoperative Pain and Vomiting after Acute Appendicitis Surgery: A Placebo-Controlled Double-Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial by Moein Khoori, Peyman Mirghaderi, Alireza Azarboo, Forough Jamil, Nasim Eshraghi, Alireza Abdollahzadeh Baghaei

“…This trial is registered with IRCT20230722058883N1.…”
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Non-skeletal health effects of vitamin D supplementation: A systematic review on findings from meta-analyses summarizing trial data. by Lars Rejnmark, Lise Sofie Bislev, Kevin D Cashman, Gudny Eiríksdottir, Martin Gaksch, Martin Grübler, Guri Grimnes, Vilmundur Gudnason, Paul Lips, Stefan Pilz, Natasja M van Schoor, Mairead Kiely, Rolf Jorde

“…We performed a systematic quantitative review on characteristics of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) included in meta-analyses (MAs) on non-skeletal effects of vitamin D supplementation.…”
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Therapeutic effect of mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosome therapy for periodontal regeneration: a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical trials by Liping Zhou, Wenjia Cai, Yuhan Zhang, Wenjie Zhong, Ping He, Jingsong Ren, Xiang Gao

“…Conclusions MSC-derived exosomes show great promise for enhancing the quality of periodontal regeneration. …”
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Evaluating the effects of time-restricted eating on overweight and obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized controlled trial study protocol. by Hui Liu, Fuliang Shangguan, Fen Liu, Yu Guo, Huixi Yu, Hanbing Li, Yinhua Su, Zhongyu Li

“…Although an 8:00 a.m. to 16:00 p.m. time frame is reported to show positive results in most weight loss trial, its safety and efficacy in overweight and obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is uncertain. …”
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Effects of specific inspiratory muscle training combined with whole-body endurance training program on balance in COPD patients: Randomized controlled trial. by Bilel Tounsi, Amal Acheche, Thierry Lelard, Zouhair Tabka, Yassine Trabelsi, Said Ahmaidi

“…We suggest that inspiratory muscle training might be introduced as additional training to pulmonary rehabilitation programs aimed at improving balance in COPD patients.<h4>Trial registration</h4>The trial registry name: Clinical Trials; Registration number: NCT04084405; URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04084405.…”
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Comparison of the Effects of Articaine and Lidocaine Anesthetics on Blood Pressure after Maxillary Infiltration Technique: A Triple-Blind Randomized Clinical Trial by Amirhossein Moaddabi, Parisa Soltani, Maryam Zamanzadeh, Kamran Nosrati, Mojtaba Mollamirzaei, Mariangela Cernera, Gianrico Spagnuolo

“…In this randomized clinical trial, 102 patients were randomly assigned into two groups. …”
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Efficacy and cost-effectiveness of an ACT and compassion-based intervention for women with breast cancer: study protocol of two randomised controlled trials {1} by Inês A. Trindade, Andreia Soares, David Skvarc, Diogo Carreiras, Joana Pereira, Óscar Lourenço, Filipa Sampaio, Bruno de Sousa, Teresa C. Martins, Paula Boaventura, Joana Marta-Simões, Mind Project Team, Helena Moreira

“…Interventions based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and compassion-based approaches show promise in improving adjustment and quality of life in people with cancer. …”
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Acceptability and efficacy of the culturally adapted problem management plus intervention for people with disability in Pakistan: a pilot cluster randomized controlled trial by Basharat Hussain, Basharat Hussain, Muhammad Tahir Khalily, Muhammad Tahir Khalily, Ahmed Waqas, Atif Rahman, Ioannis Angelakis, Anum Nisar, Sabir Zaman, Tanveer Akhtar

“…Participants reported that this cultural alignment made the coping strategies more relatable and easier to adopt, contributing to improvements in both their mental health and somatic symptoms.Clinical Trial Registrationhttps://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04981522, identifier NCT04981522.…”
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Clinical Comparison of MEBO and Hyaluronic Acid Gel in the Management of Pain after Free Gingival Graft Harvesting: A Randomized Clinical Trial by Ahmed Hassan, Enji Ahmed, Dalia Ghalwash, Azza Ezz Elarab

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Sleep Promotion among Critically Ill Patients: Earplugs/Eye Mask versus Ocean Sound—A Randomized Controlled Trial Study by Abhilasha Chaudhary, Vinay Kumari, Neetu Neetu

“…Fisher’s LSD post hoc comparison showed a significant difference (p=0.001). Conclusion. …”
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Psychological counselling interventions to improve perceived quality of life and counter anxiety and depression in pulmonary-arterial-hypertension patients: A clinical trial by Emilia TARANTINO, Pietro CRESCENZO, Maria CAMPOBASSO, Francesca D’ALESSANDRO, Paola ARGIENTO, Emanuele ROMEO, Stefano GHIO, Patrizio VITULO, Francesco PARISI, Massimiliano MULÈ, Carlo ALBERA, Carmine Dario VIZZA, Michele D’ALTO

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The Effect of Free Weight Resistance Training on Cognitive Function Explored Through Eye Tracking: A Randomized Double-Blind Clinical Trial by Cristián Mateluna-Núñez, Romualdo Ibáñez-Orellana, César Campos-Rojas, Andrea Santana-Covarrubias, Rodrigo Fuentes Figueroa, Ricardo Martínez-Flores

“…In this randomized controlled trial, 18 participants were assigned to either an experimental or control group. …”
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Peritoneal instillation of magnesium sulfate and bupivacaine improves postoperative pain in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A prospective, double-blind, randomized clinical trial by Santosh Kumar Sahu, Prerna Biswal, Madhusmita Patro, Sushree Das

“…Materials and Methods: We carried out this prospective, double-blind, randomized trial in 90 patients aged between 20 and 60 years who were randomly divided into three groups. …”
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Improved early postoperative cognition in elderly gastrointestinal patients: a randomized controlled trial on the role of ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block by Ruyue Xue, Yuexian Li, Mei Zhan, Lin Yang, Defeng Sun

“…MDA levels were notably lower on postoperative day three in the SGB group (p &lt; 0.05). Both groups showed significant changes in IL-6, SOD and MDA levels, when compared to preoperative values. …”
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Efficacy and safety of ciprofol versus propofol for induction of general anaesthesia or sedation: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials by Abdallah Saeed, Mariam Elewidi, Ahmad Nawlo, Amr Elzahaby, Asmaa Khaled, Abdalla Othman, Mohamed Abuelazm, Basel Abdelazeem

“…Results: Nineteen randomised controlled trials were included in our analysis, with 2841 participants. …”
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Reducing children’s anxiety and pain in dental environment using an eye massage device combined with natural sounds—a randomized controlled trial by Dajma Abed, Jamila Bchara, Dani Abed, Jina Alfeel, Nada Bshara

“…Changes in pulse rate and anxiety levels (CFS) measured before and after the procedure in each group revealed a significant decrease in fear and pulse rate in group A and no significant change in group B, whereas group C showed a significant increase in pulse rate and fear at the end of the procedure. …”
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Analgesic Effect of Passive Range-of-Motion Exercise on the Healthy Side for Pain after Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Randomized Trial by Shuichi Eto, Motoki Sonohata, Yasuo Takei, Masaya Ueno, Norio Fukumori, Masaaki Mawatari

“…Comparison of VAS scores before and after CPM showed no significant intergroup differences on all measurement dates. …”
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