Comparative Analysis of Sutured and Sutureless 25G Pars Plana Vitrectomy: Impact on Surgically Induced Astigmatism and Hypotony by Ebubekir Durmuş, Ahmad Kunbaz, Gözde Derin Şengün, Veysel Aykut, Fehim Esen, Halit Oğuz

“…This study compares outcomes between sutureless and sutured 25G pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) and highlights sutures’ significance in TSV. Methods: Fifty-four eyes underwent 25G PPV, divided into sutureless and sutured groups based on sclerotomy closure methods. …”
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The Efficacy of Transversus Abdominis Plane Block for Analgesia in Comparison with Local Anesthetic Wound Infiltration Post-Cesarean Section: A Randomized Comparative Double-Blinde... by Mona Saad Salman, Ahmed Shaker, Heba Rady Elbassyouny, Ramy Mohamad Elnaggar, Mohamed Raslan, Ali Elsayed Khayal, Safaa Ibrahim Mahmoud

“…Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and local anesthetic wound infiltration (LWI) are commonly used techniques for post-cesarean analgesia. While both methods have shown efficacy, their comparative effectiveness remains debated. …”
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Therapeutic effect of miR-30b-5p-loaded lentivirus on experimental autoimmune uveitis via inhibiting Notch signaling activation by Xuewei Yin, Huixia Wei, Lijie Guo, Bin Liu, Yuan Peng, Mengxian Zhou, Yan Qiu, Ruyi Qu, Yane Gao, Qiuxin Wu, Wenjun Jiang, Hongsheng Bi, Dadong Guo

“…Methods The present study aimed to investigate the effect of miR-30b-5p on experimental autoimmune uveitis (EAU) and its role in Notch signal activation as well as T helper (Th) cell differentiation, the relationship between miR-30b-5p levels and Notch signal activation, as well as Th cell differentiation in uveitis was further explored through flow cytometry, Immunohistochemistry immunofluorescence staining, PCR Array, and Ingenuity Pathway Analysis, and other technical methods to determine the fidelity of miR-30b-5p strategies in treating uveitis in vivo and in vitro. …”
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SINGLE-PHOTON EMISSION COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IN COMBINATION WITH X-RAY COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IN THE STUDY OF LACRIMAL PASSAGES. FIRST RESULTS by E. L. At’kova, I. O. Tomashevskiy, A. I. Luchshev, V. D. Yartsev

“…Objective: to explore the capabilities of single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) in combination with x-ray computed tomography (SPECT/CT) in the study of the anatomy and drainage function of lacrimal passages.Material and methods. Twelve scans were carried out in 6 healthy volunteers and in patients with different lacrimal drainage disorders (dacryostenoses, varying obstructive lacrimal passage, dacryocystitis and post-dacryocystorhinostomy). …”
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Sex Education for Individuals with Intellectual Development Disorder (IDD): A Scoping Review by Célia Oliveira, Sarah Ozorio, Verónica Gomes, Soraia Araújo, João Lopes

“…(1) Background: The experience of sexuality by individuals with Intellectual Development Disorder represents a significant challenge for themselves, as well as for parents, educators, and researchers. (2) Methods: Eighteen studies exploring sexual education programs aimed at individuals with ID and their caregivers were analyzed in the context of a scoping review. (3) Results: The prevention of sexual abuse, the development of healthy relationships, and the promotion of sexual autonomy are the main themes of the reviewed programs. …”
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Translation and adaptation of the sleep apnea quality of life index (SAQLI) to Brazilian Portuguese by Amélia Paula Fávero Perrone, Vanessa Ruotolo Ferreira, Lucila Fernandes do Prado, Gilmar Fernandes do Prado, Marco Antonio Machado, Luciane Bizari Coin de Carvalho

“…Objective To translate and culturally adapt the Sleep Apnea Quality of Life Index (SAQLI) into Brazilian Portuguese. Methods The translation and cultural adaptation were carried out in five steps: translation, synthesis of the translations, back translation, review committee and pretesting. …”
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Research status of visuospatial dysfunction and spatial navigation by Rui Bao, Shijie Chang, Ruixiang Liu, Yunning Wang, Yifu Guan, Yifu Guan

“…After introducing fundamental concepts of visuospatial function and spatial navigation, classical methods for assessing visuospatial performance are summarized. …”
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The present and future of geriatric internal medicine: a bibliometric analysis by Yingjie Chen, Yingjie Chen, Xiuli Dong, Yan Jia

“…In this study, we analyzed and visualized relevant literature from the Web of Science Core Collection database using bibliometric methods, collecting a total of 831 articles, with a time span from 1978 to August 2024. …”
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Video capsule enteroscopy in the diagnosis of GIST of the ileum by A. T. Kortieva, V. S. Krushelnitskiy, A. S. Gabriel, V. Yu. Dynko, A. Ya. Guchetl, R. M. Tlekhurai

“…The OBJECTIVE was to show the effectiveness of video capsule and balloon-assisted enteroscopy in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal stromal tumor of the ileum.METHODS AND MATERIALS. A clinical observation of a patient with a suspected tumor of the small intestine is presented. …”
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User-friendliness of the pain assessment in impaired cognition (PAIC15) in persons with aphasia: a pilot study by Neeltje J. de Vries, Hanneke J. A. Smaling, Jenny T. van der Steen, Wilco P. Achterberg

“…Background Persons with aphasia have difficulties communicating pain symptoms.Methods Thirteen observers performed multiple observations using the Pain Assessment in Impaired Cognition (PAIC15) scale for persons with aphasia during rest and transfer in persons with aphasia. …”
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Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality in Experiential Learning: Transforming Educational Paradigms by Horace T. Crogman, Victor D. Cano, Edlyn Pacheco, Rohan B. Sonawane, Reza Boroon

“…Empirical findings from a mixed-methods approach, including case studies, faculty training programs, and pilot classes, underscore XR’s efficacy in improving student performance, engagement, and inclusivity. …”
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Experimental Investigation of Pure Hydrogen Flame in a Matrix Micro-Mixing Combustor by Zhenzhen Feng, Xiaojing Tian, Liangliang Xu, Xi Xia, Fei Qi

“…Micro-mixing combustion is one of the most widely attractive hydrogen combustion methods in gas turbines. This study investigates pure hydrogen flame in a 3 × 3 matrix micro-mix combustor. …”
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Social Media Advertising and Customer Behavior among Commercial Radio Stations In Kabale Municipality, Uganda by Kanyesigye, Nick, Mwazuna, Alice Ngele, Asiimwe, Judith Bijurenda

“…A cross-sectional mixed-methods design was adopted, targeting a sample of 196 respondents from a total population of 400, comprising radio administrators, presenters and listeners. …”
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How Large Must an Associational Mean Difference Be to Support a Causal Effect? by Michael Höfler, Ekaterina Pronizius, Erin Buchanan

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Prevalence of Non-Communicable Diseases Among Elderly in India: A Scoping Review by Patlolla Sriram Yadav, Ajitha Katta, Gooty Shirisha, Mousami Kirtania

“…This scoping review aimed to identify and summarize the prevalence of NCDs among elderly people in India. Methods: A systematic search of PubMed and Google Scholar identified 37 studies published in English between 2013 and 2023 that met the inclusion criteria. …”
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Integrating Learning Management System and Clasification Learning Media Based On Two Dimension Animation by I Nyoman Agus Suarya Putra, Ni Luh Sustiawati, Anak Agung Gde Bagus Udayana, I Wayan Suardana

“…In this context, this research integrates the visual power of animation with the learning structure provided by the LMS. …”
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New photochromic spectacle lenses improve glare discomfort and photostress recovery by Jacob B. Harth, Billy R. Hammond, Cameron J. Wysocky, Lisa M. Renzi-Hammond

“…A subject-masked within-subject comparison was performed using the fully activated state of Transitions® Gen STM and clear control. Methods: 30 participants (M = 19.2 ± 1.3 years) were tested. …”
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Adaptation of Heydar Babaye Salam opera from Haydar Babaye Salam poem by Shahryar by Maryam Hasanzade Moghadam, Abolgasem Dadvar

“…One of the creative methods in creating artistic and literary works is imagery, which is referred to as literary (mental) images and artistic (visual) images. …”
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Ptosis: Clinical overview, etiology and treatment by Adam Solarz, Szymon Szabelski, Katarzyna Skibicka, Estera Graczyk, Oliwia Cwalina, Joanna Kryślak, Maciej Sokołowski, Karolina Oskroba, Jakub Filip Turcza, Małgorzata Woś

“…Drooping of the upper eyelid leads to secondary restriction of the visual field, deterioration of vision quality, as well as a subjective decrease in visual acuity. …”
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A Hierarchical Graph-Enhanced Transformer Network for Remote Sensing Scene Classification by Ziwei Li, Weiming Xu, Shiyu Yang, Juan Wang, Hua Su, Zhanchao Huang, Sheng Wu

“…Extensive experimental results indicate that our proposed method effectively learns critical multiscale visual features and distinguishes between similar complex scenes, thereby significantly enhancing the accuracy of RSSC.…”
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