Cross-evaluation of wearable data for use in Parkinson’s disease research: a free-living observational study on Empatica E4, Fitbit Sense, and Oura by Haakon Reithe, Brice Marty, Juan C. Torrado, Elise Førsund, Bettina S. Husebo, Ane Erdal, Simon U. Kverneng, Erika Sheard, Charalampos Tzoulis, Monica Patrascu

“…Our aim is to investigate the usefulness of the research-grade wristband Empatica E4, commercial-grade smartwatch Fitbit Sense, and the Oura ring, for PD research. Method The study included participants with PD (N = 15) and neurologically healthy controls (N = 16). …”
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Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy with intra-arterial cold perfusion. What can go wrong? by R. O. Inozemtsev, A. A. Kostin, A. D. Kaprin, N. V. Vorobyev, A. A. Krasheninnikov, A. B. Ryabov, V. A. Chalysheva, E. S. Ivanova, Z. A. Rostakhanova, A. R. Lysenkova, P. A. Abramochkina

“…Advantages of intra-arterial cold perfusion (IACP) are: good visualization and uniform cooling of the entire thickness of the renal parenchyma. …”
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AnVILWorkflow: A runnable workflow package for Cloud-implemented bioinformatics analysis pipelines [version 1; peer review: 2 approved] by Sean Davis, Marcel Ramos, Michael C. Schatz, Kai Gravel-Pucillo, Levi Waldron, Sehyun Oh, Martin Morgan, Vincent Carey

“…Advancements in sequencing technologies and the development of new data collection methods produce large volumes of biological data. …”
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Re-analysis of the current status of clinical trial registration in China by Shuwen Li, Shuwen Li, Jianhao Li, Wenjing Zeng, Zhicheng Li, Jietong Zhang, Siying Wang, Nenggui Xu, Zeli Li, Zeli Li

“…ObjectiveTo reanalyze and summarize the current status and deficiencies of clinical trial registration in China, based on an analysis of the situation of clinical trial registration in the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR).MethodsA search was conducted in China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Chinese BioMedical Literature Database (CBM), Wangfang Data, VIP Database for Chinese Technical Periodicals (VIP), Web of Science (WoS), PubMed up to December 31, 2023, for literature on the analysis of clinical trial registration based on ChiCTR. …”
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Comparison of the Quality of Lymphatic Vessel Images Obtained Using Two Photoacoustic Imaging Systems by Yushi Suzuki, MD, PhD, Hiroki Kajita, MD, PhD, Marika Otaki, MD, Shiho Watanabe, MD, Keisuke Okabe, MD, PhD, Hisashi Sakuma, MD, Yoshifumi Takatsume, PhD, Yuta Asano, PhD, Shigeyoshi Soga, MD, PhD, Nobuaki Imanishi, MD, PhD, Imari Sato, PhD, Masahiro Jinzaki, MD, PhD, Kazuo Kishi, MD, PhD

“…Photoacoustic imaging (PAI) can evaluate lymphatic vessels with a high resolution (0.2 mm) compared with other methods. LUB0, a new PAI device that is smaller than the PAI-05 used since 2020 (both from Luxonus, Inc.), has been introduced. …”
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SNP-based molecular diagnostic platform: rapid single-step identification of Theileria annulata and its buparvaquone-resistant strains by Jin Che, Yijun Chai, Shuaiyang Zhao, Jinming Wang, Jianxun Luo, Guiquan Guan, Hong Yin, Wei Li

“…The emergence of resistance to buparvaquone, the primary chemotherapeutic treatment, has been attributed to acquired mutations in the cytochrome b (Cytb) gene, with identical resistance-associated polymorphisms observed in both laboratory-adapted strains and field isolates from China. Methods A dual probe-specific real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay was developed to detect point mutations in the Cytb gene. …”
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Results of the first Russian survey of retinologists “SETCHAtochkaRU” by E. V. Bobykin, R. R. Fayzrakhmanov, S. Yu. Golubev, T. I. Dibaev, O. V. Zaytseva, V. N. Kazaikin, E. A. Larina, D. S. Maltsev, N. V. Neroeva, P. A. Nechiporenko, I. E. Panova, A. A. Plyukhova, S. N. Tultseva, A. Zh. Fursova, F. E. Shadrichev, M. M. Shishkin

“…Modern retinology includes various areas of diagnostics (including visualization of eye structures, electrophysiological and genetic methods), as well as drug, laser and microsurgical treatment and rehabilitation of the patients. …”
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Application of indocyanine green–human serum albumin complex in fluorescence image-guided laparoscopic anatomical liver resection: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial... by Qingyun Xie, Fengwei Gao, Xiaoyun Ran, Xin Zhao, Manyu Yang, Kangyi Jiang, Tianyang Mao, Jiayin Yang, Kun Li, Hong Wu

“…Methods This prospective, double-blind, single-center, randomized controlled trial will compare the fluorescence navigation effects of the novel ICG-HSA complex with the guideline-recommended ICG administration scheme. …”
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Berberine Mediates Exosomes Regulating the Lipid Metabolism Pathways to Promote Apoptosis of RA-FLS Cells by Si-Fan Guo, Zhi-Bo Wang, Dan-Dan Xie, Ying Cai, Yan Wang, Xian Wang, Qiang Yang, Ai-Hua Zhang, Shi Qiu

“…This paper explores the mechanism of action of berberine from the perspective of cellular exosomes by mediating exosomal contents and thus treating RA. <b>Methods</b>: With the help of flow cytometry and confocal laser scanning microscope, it was determined that berberine promotes apoptosis in RA-FLS cells, and then lipid metabolomics technology was applied to screen and characterize the exosomes of RA-FLS cells to identify lipid core biomarkers closely related to RA, which were then projected into various databases for comprehensive analysis. …”
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Developing a health economic model for Asians with type 2 diabetes based on the Japan Diabetes Complications Study and the Japanese Elderly Diabetes Intervention Trial by Shiro Tanaka, Ryo Kawasaki, Lars Wilkinson, Kazuya Fujihara, Hirohito Sone, Tatsumi Moriya, Jakob Langer, Tim Morton, Nicki Hoskins, Sachiko Tanaka-Mizuno, Chika Horikawa, Rei Aida, Atsushi Araki

“…The study objective was to develop an economic model to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of two interventions for type 2 diabetes in a Japanese population.Research design and methods The Japan Diabetes Complications Study/Japanese Elderly Diabetes Intervention Trial risk engine (JJRE) Cost-Effectiveness Model (JJCEM) was developed, incorporating validated risk equations in Japanese patients with type 2 diabetes from the JJRE. …”
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Hyperuricemia and the gut microbiota: current research hotspots and future trends by Jingjing Yang, Jingjing Yang, Jing Chen, Dingxiang Li, Qin Wu, Qin Wu, Yanan Zhang, Yanan Zhang, Yujia Li, Yihui Deng

“…This study aims to explore the current research hotspots, knowledge gaps, and future research trends regarding the gut microbiota and HUA.MethodsWe performed a thorough search of the literature on gut flora and HUA published between 2005 and 2024 using the Web of Science and PubMed databases. …”
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Comparative evaluation of remaining dentin thickness, canal centering ability and apical deformity between ProFit S3 and Protaper gold – A nano CT study by S. Swathi, Delphine Priscilla Antony, Pradeep Solete, Ganesh Jeevanandan, Satish Vishwanathaiah, Prabhadevi C. Maganur

“…The study employs ultra-high-resolution nano-computed tomography to assess the volumetric changes of two new rotary files in permanent mandibular premolars. Materials and methods: Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, this in-vitro investigation used extracted premolars. …”
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Rapid-printed Three-dimensional Models for Craniomaxillofacial Trauma by Isabel M. Scharf, BA, Sydney A. Mathis, BS, Naji Bou Zeid, MD, Devansh Saini, PhD, George R. Nahass, BA, Eduardo Arias, BFA, MSc, CCA, Chad A. Purnell, MD, Linping Zhao, PhD, Pravin K. Patel, MD, Lee W.T. Alkureishi, MD

“…We sought to identify variables affecting print time and produce rapid-printed models with sufficient quality for prebending osteosynthesis plates. Methods:. Three-dimensional printing variables, including resolution, print orientation, and region of interest cropping, were optimized on a single mandibular and midface fracture model to maximize print time efficiency. …”
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An assembled molecular signaling map of interleukin-24: a resource to decipher its multifunctional immunoregulatory role in pathophysiological conditions by Anjana Aravind, Vineetha Shaji, Mukhtar Ahmed, Shobha Dagamajalu, Manavalan Vijayakumar, Thottethodi Subrahmanya Keshava Prasad, Rajesh Raju, Rajesh Raju

“…Characterizing the molecular events associated with its immunomodulatory properties is essential for evaluating its utility in cancer immunotherapy.MethodsThe data related to signaling events induced by IL-24 were then manually annotated and cataloged from the literature pertaining to IL-24 signaling. …”
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An innovative model based on machine learning and fuzzy logic for tracking lower limb exercises in stroke patients by Utpal Chandra Das, Ngoc Thien Le, Timporn Vitoonpong, Chalermdej Prapinpairoj, Kawee Anannub, Wasan Akarathanawat, Aurauma Chutinet, Nijasri Charnnarong Suwanwela, Pasu Kaewplung, Surachai Chaitusaney, Watit Benjapolakul

“…Traditional rehabilitation methods can be time-consuming and hard to measure for progress. …”
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Enhancing physicochemical, bioactive, and nutritional properties of sweet potatoes: Ultrasonic contact drying with slot jet nozzles compared to hot-air drying and freeze drying by Gulcin Yildiz, Yuan Gao, Junzhou Ding, Si Zhu, Guibing Chen, Hao Feng

“…Additionally, FTIR analysis revealed that peaks in specific spectral regions indicated superior preservation of bioactive compounds in SJR + US samples compared to other methods, which was also confirmed by principal component analysis (PCA) and heatmap visualization. …”
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Multimodal deep learning with MUF-net for noninvasive WHO/ISUP grading of renal cell carcinoma using CEUS and B-mode ultrasound by Yixin Zhu, Ji Wu, Qiongxian Long, Yan Li, Hao Luo, Lu Pang, Lin Zhu, Hui Luo

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to develop and validate a multimodal deep learning model that utilizes preoperative grayscale and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) video data for noninvasive WHO/ISUP nuclear grading of renal cell carcinoma (RCC).MethodsIn this dual-center retrospective study, CEUS videos from 100 patients with RCC collected between June 2012 and June 2021 were analyzed. …”
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Regional caries data availability in Saudi Arabia: Impact of socioeconomic factors and research potential by Asim Al-Ansari, Maha El Tantawi, Mohamed Mehaina, Muhanad Alhareky, Shazia Sadaf, Jehan AlHumaid, Adel AlAgl, Fahad Al-Harbi

“…The present study assessed (1) caries data availability in the administrative regions of Saudi Arabia and (2) factors associated with this availability. Methods: We collected caries data in the period 2008–2018 in Saudi Arabia (outcome variable). …”
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Possibilities of Complex Ultrasound Examination in the Assessment of Hemodynamic and Structural Features of Retinal Capillary Hemangioma by V. V. Neroev, T. N. Kiseleva, P. A. Ilyukhin, K. A. Ramazanova, M. A. Ryabina, A. Y. Novikova

“…Purpose: to study the possibilities of complex ultrasound examination in the assessment of hemodynamic and structural features of retinal capillary hemangioma (RCH).Patients and methods. 26 patients (35 eyes) with RCHs at the age of 11 to 53 years (mean 26.6 ± 9.4 years) were examined. …”
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Evaluating anti-MRSA antibiotic stewardship with a focus on trends in consumption and resistance in a tertiary hospital in Alexandria, Egypt from 2019 to 2023 by Ehab Elmongui, Adel Zaki, Amel Elsheredy, Asmaa Abd Elhameed

“…This study examines the relative consumption of Linezolid (Reserve antibiotic) versus Vancomycin and Teicoplanin (Watch antibiotics) for MRSS, comparing trends with resistance patterns to optimize antibiotic use and combat AMR. Methods This observational retrospective study analyzed trends in the consumption of Vancomycin, Linezolid, and Teicoplanin among all patients admitted to a tertiary hospital in Alexandria, Egypt from January 2019 to December 2023. …”
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