Intraoperative conversion from thoracoscopy to thoracotomy in anatomical lung resections by A. L. Akopov, R. P. Mishra, S. Yu. Dvoreckiy, A. S. Agishev, M. G. Kovalev

“…Despite the increasingly use of video-assisted approaches in thoracic surgery, intraoperative conversion from minimally invasive to «open» takes place quite often, especially during anatomical lung resection.  METHODS AND MATERIALS. A retrospective analysis of 106 consecutive anatomical lung resections (lobectomies) initiated by thoracoscopic access was performed. …”
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Complex interrelationships among respiratory diseases and chronic multimorbidity: a longitudinal network analysis and implications for future viral respiratory pandemic preparednes... by Daniel E. Zoughbie, Daniel E. Zoughbie, Kyongsik Yun

“…Understanding these interrelationships is essential for designing resilient and integrated healthcare systems, especially in the context of pandemic stress.MethodsWe analyzed over 82 million de-identified healthcare claims from the Comprehensive Health Care Information System (CHIS), spanning 2020 to 2024. …”
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Evaluation of the patients with Grave’s ophthalmopathy after the corticosteroids treatment by Janićijević-Petrović Mirjana, Šarenac Tatjana, Srećković Sunčica, Petrović Marko, Vulović Dejan, Janićijević Katarina

“…The aim of this study was to clinically evaluate the patients with Graves’ ophthalmopathy treated with corticosteroids. Methods. Evaluation of 21 patients was performed in the Ophthalmology Clinic and Endocrinology Clinic, Clinical Centre Kragujevac, in the period from 2009 to 2010. …”
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Assessment of the Effect of Rosemary on Tomato Preservation. by Nanyanzi,Teopista

“…Thus, there is a pressing need for sustainable and cost-effective preservation methods, such as the adoption of rosemary extract, which offers safer alternatives capable of extending the shelf life of tomatoes, especially in resource-limited settings. …”
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Comparative Study on the Preservation Efficacy of Rosemary Extracts and Conventional Preservatives on Tomatoes. by Namanya, Jonan

“…Traditional preservation methods like synthetic chemical preservatives have been effective but raise health concerns. …”
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The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Gait Rhythm with Motor Imagery -Trial Using the Finger Tap Test- by Keisuke Itotani, Mirai Taki, Shinnosuke Ueno, Hina Nakai, Yuta Miki, Ippei Suganuma, Shun Harada, Noriyuki Ogawa

“…Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship of any error (delta; ∆) between the image of one’s own walking rhythm and the actual walking rhythm and physical activity, as a new motor imagery assessment. Methods: The subjects were classified into two groups: a high activity group (HA-Group) having high physical activity with less than four hours of sitting time per day, and a low activity group (LA-Group) having low physical activity with more than four hours of daily sitting time. …”
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Efficacy and safety of augmented-reality pathway-specific binocular training in patients with unilateral amblyopia (ARPSBT): study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled... by Yulian Zhou, Shuyang Guo, Ling Ling, Yige Gao, Xinyan Duan, Yan Liu, Rui Liu, Hu Liu, Huihang Wang, Jing Lin, Chen Zhao, Peng Zhang, Wen Wen

“…Abstract Background Amblyopia is a common developmental disorder with reduced visual acuity and impairment in binocular functions. …”
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Establishing an objective decision criterion for intraocular lens exchange due to homogeneous calcification: a prospective clinical analysis by Timur M. Yildirim, Grzegorz Łabuz, Nikola Henningsen, Hyeck-Soo Son, Victor A. Augustin, Leoni Britz, Lizaveta Chychko, Ramin Khoramnia, Gerd U. Auffarth

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate subjective and objective outcomes following IOL exchange due to homogeneous IOL calcification to improve evidence-based patient counseling. Methods In this prospective, non-interventional, clinical study, 53 eyes of 42 patients with homogeneous IOL calcification were included. …”
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Development and verification of a convolutional neural network-based model for automatic mandibular canal localization on multicenter CBCT images by Xiao Pan, Chengtao Wang, Xuhui Luo, Qi Dong, Haiyang Sun, Wentao Zhang, Hongyan Qu, Runzhi Deng, Zitong Lin

“…Abstract Objectives Development and verification of a convolutional neural network (CNN)-based deep learning (DL) model for mandibular canal (MC) localization on multicenter cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images. Methods In this study, a total 1056 CBCT scans in multiple centers were collected. …”
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Drought adaptation index (DAI) based on BLUP as a selection approach for drought-resilient switchgrass germplasm by Shiva Om Makaju, Shiva Om Makaju, Shiva Om Makaju, Hari Bahadur Chhetri, Chanaka Roshan Abeyratne, Mirko Pavicic, Hari Poudel, Jazib Ali Irfan, Jazib Ali Irfan, Anita Giabardo, Katrien M. Devos, Katrien M. Devos, Katrien M. Devos, Daniel Jacobson, Ali Mekki Missaoui, Ali Mekki Missaoui, Ali Mekki Missaoui

“…This study introduces a Drought Adaptation Index (DAI), derived from Best Linear Unbiased Prediction (BLUP), as a method to assess drought resilience in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.). …”
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Correlation Between Relative Peripheral Refraction and Efficacy of Myopia Control After Wearing Multifocal Soft Contact Lenses in Children by Mengyao Xu, Yuxin Yang, Fengju Zhang, Yushan Xu, Yuyan Huang, Linlu Zhang, Jie Wen

“…Abstract Introduction This study investigated the relationship between relative peripheral refraction (RPR), retinal choroidal vessel, and the growth rate of axial length (AL) in children with myopia wearing multifocal soft contact lenses (MiSight CLs). Methods Forty-four eyes of 44 children with myopia wearing MiSight CLs were included in the study. …”
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Increasing myopic refraction reduces random dot stereopsis in Chinese myopic patients: a cross-sectional study by Xin Xiao, Xiyang Yang, Yan Luo, Lili Li, Enwei Lin, Min Kong, Qi Chen, Jin Zeng, Li Yan, Wuqiang Luo

“…Abstract Objective To investigate the effects of myopic spherical equivalent (SE) on random dot stereopsis and influencing factors in Chinese adults with myopia. Methods A cross-sectional design was employed, and 988 Chinese myopic individuals (520 [52.6%] females) aged 18.0–48.7 years were recruited from the People’s Hospital of Guangxi. …”
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Psychomotor Functions and Interval Timing in Patients Receiving Intravenous Anesthesia for Endoscopic Procedures: The Pilot Study by Włodzimierz Płotek, Marcin Cybulski, Anna Kluzik, Małgorzata Grześkowiak, Jacek Jelonek, Wojciech Switała, Jakub Janicki, Leon Drobnik

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate two measures in a cognitive examination: psychomotor function and the perception of time (PT) in patients after intravenous anesthesia for endoscopic procedures. Material and Methods. We tested 23 anesthetized patients (Anesthesia Group, AG) and 17 not anesthetized patients (Control Group, CG). …”
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Exploring the interplay between control beliefs, cortisol levels and depression in old age: Is feeling in control always beneficial? by F.M. Kabia, MD, A.A.L. Kok, PhD, D. Rhebergen, MD PhD, N. Rius Ottenheim, MD PhD, A.T.F. Beekman, MD PhD

“…Based on former research we hypothesized that high and low and not intermediate levels of mastery/conscientiousness would correlate with high cortisol response, particularly in depressed individuals. Methods: Data from the Netherlands Study of Depression in Older Persons (NESDO) were analyzed. …”
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Cystic plate approach in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a consecutive retrospective analysis by Yanjie Zhou, Yanjie Zhou, Le Xiao, Zhulin Luo, Zhulin Luo, Hao Luo, Zhen Tan, Tao Wang

“…PurposeThis study aimed to investigate the safety, feasibility, and possible advantages of the cystic plate approach during laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a retrospective cohort of surgical patients.MethodsWe summarized the key points of the technical approach, retrospectively analyzed the clinical outcomes of 156 patients in the cystic plate approach group from July 2018 to July 2023, and compared the findings with those of 173 cases in the routine approach group from the same period.ResultsWe observed no differences in the average stone size, operation time, postoperative hospital stay, conversion rate, complications, or Visual Analog Scale pain scores on the second day of surgery between the two groups (p = 0.076, 0.067, 0.278, 1.000, 0.633, and 0.131, respectively). …”
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The conservative management of ovarian endometrioma using cyst aspiration followed by dienogest medication: a pilot study by Ha Eun Jung, Eun Hee Yu, Hyun Joo Lee, Jong Kil Joo, Yong Jin Na

“…Background The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of ultrasonography-guided cyst aspiration followed by dienogest medication in the management of endometriomas in selected patients. Methods This study included 38 female patients diagnosed with endometrioma via transvaginal ultrasonography or pelvic magnetic resonance imaging. …”
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Ultrasound detection of normal parathyroid glands: detection rate, topographic anatomy, and the role of underlying thyroid disease by Isabella Chiardi, Isabella Chiardi, Petra Makovac, Andrea Leoncini, Flavio Forte, Mario Rotondi, Mario Rotondi, Pierpaolo Trimboli, Pierpaolo Trimboli

“…IntroductionVisualizing normal parathyroid glands (PTGs) using ultrasound (US) has historically been challenging. …”
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Protocol for a parallel assignment prospective, randomised, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of 0.01% atropine for near work-induced transient myop... by Sile Yu, Wei He, Lan Hu, Ling Xu, Jiayan Chen, Guanghao Qin, Yifan Qi, Emmanuel Eric Pazo, Xingru He

“…Visual Function Questionnaire will be administered at baseline and each follow-up visit. …”
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Day care and inpatient cataract patient satisfaction with in-patient services at a Jiangsu public tertiary A hospital by Jun Zhang, Dong Zhou, Jie Zhu, Jinye Zhu, Xi Zou, Zhinan Liu, Guohua Deng

“…We compared the clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction between day surgery and inpatient surgery and provided recommendations for improving the government’s healthcare policy for day surgery. Methods A total of 200 day surgery patients and 200 hospitalized patients underwent cataract surgery, after which questionnaires were completed and returned. …”
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Management of patients with a neurovascular conflict involving the optic nerve and a non-diseased intracranial artery: Three cases by H. Schenck, M. Müther, E. Maragno, M. Holling, M. Cornelissen, R. Haeren

“…Research question: What are the outcomes of different treatment strategies for NVCs involving the AVP and a non-diseased intracranial artery? Material and methods: Data on patients with symptomatic NVCs involving the AVP and a non-diseased intracranial artery was collected and included treatment and outcome parameters. …”
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