Evaluating the efficacy of curcumin plus serratiopeptidase formulation in inflammatory acne: a quasi-experimental study by Shakila Junaid, Kiran Naz Khan, Farina Zameer, Muhammad Mudassir, Sadaf Bukhari, Neeta Maheshwary, Muhammad Athar Khan

“…This article evaluates the efficacy of a combined oral curcumin plus serratiopeptidase formulation as an adjunct to inflammatory acne therapy. Methods: Fifty individuals with mild-to-moderate symptoms of inflammatory acne participated in this quasi- experimental study. …”
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Clinical Analysis of Macular Choroidal Thickness in Pseudoexfoliative Glaucoma and Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma by Fan Li, Yiming Huo, Lihua Ma, Qing Zhang, Hengli Zhang, Xiaowei Yan, Yulei Geng, Guangxian Tang

“…To evaluate the differences in macular choroidal thickness and volume among patients with pseudoexfoliative glaucoma (PXG), patients with primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), and controls. Methods. A total of 50 PXG patients (50 eyes) and 56 POAG patients (56 eyes) were selected as the PXG group and the POAG group, respectively, in this case-control study. …”
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Comparing the effectiveness of pregabalin and duloxetine in the management of neuropathic pain by Rojgar Hamed Ali, Govand Shafeeq Tawfeeq, Amanj Mohsin Mustafa, Shayma Abdulmanaf Shakir, Najat Ghanim Salem, Aswan Idrees Swedi

“…The results were based on the effectiveness of the drugs in reducing visual analogue scale and pain related sleep interference scale scores. …”
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Etiology and patterns of mandibular fractures in cats by Ana C. Castejón-González, Darko Stefanovski, Alexander M. Reiter, Alexander M. Reiter

“…The objectives of this study were (1) to examine the etiology and location of mandibular fractures at and distal to the mandibular canine tooth and (2) to identify patterns and risk factors associated with these fractures in client-owned cats.MethodsMedical records and computed tomography (CT) scans of cats with at least one mandibular fracture located at or distal to the mandibular canine tooth were reviewed. …”
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Evaluating the therapeutic impact of Compound Polymyxin B Ointment on postoperative wound healing in patients with perianal abscesses by Yan-Zhu Li, Fu-Rong Zhou, Xiao-Juan Chen, Yong-Gan Liu

“…Polymyxin B Ointment, a compound renowned for its antibacterial qualities, has the potential to provide therapeutic advantages by promoting wound healing and mitigating postoperative problems.MethodsOur institution conducted a thorough retrospective analysis spanning from December 2020 to December 2023 to assess the effectiveness of Compound Polymyxin B Ointment in the management of surgical wounds in patients diagnosed with perianal abscesses. …”
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Surgeons’ awareness about ergonomics in the operation theatre by Masab Nawaz, S H Waqar, Zakir Jamal, Fatima Shahzad

“…Objective: To determine the surgeons’ awareness of ergonomics in the operation theatre and factors that may lead to musculoskeletal symptoms. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March 2024 in the Department of General Surgery, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad, Pakistan. …”
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The association between myopia and health-related quality of life among Chinese children in primary and secondary school: A cross-sectional study. by Shijie Yu, Wei Sun, Hongpo Yin, Jianfeng Wu, Hongsheng Bi

“…This study aimed to investigate the association between myopia and HRQOL among Chinese children aged 6-15 years in primary and secondary school.<h4>Methods</h4>This cross-sectional study included 1,634 children, all of whom underwent routine eye examinations including cycloplegic autorefraction. …”
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The effect of music on pain and anxiety during hysterosalpingography: a randomized controlled trial by Betül Mumcu, Ayşe Aydın

“…The purpose of the present study was to examine the effects of music played to women during HSG on pain and anxiety. Methods This randomized controlled experimental study was conducted at the Gynecology Polyclinic of Atatürk University Health Study and Application Center between 27.01. 2022 and 04.12.2023. …”
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A qualitative study of diversity in precision medicine research: The development and stakeholder assessment of a Diversity Decision Map by Janet K. Shim, Caitlin E. McMahon, Larissa Saco, Michael Bentz, Nicole Foti, Sandra Soo-Jin Lee

“…We therefore developed a Diversity Decision Map (DDM) to support the identification of and dialogue about study practices that impact diversity, inclusion, and equity. Methods: The DDM is empirically derived from a qualitative project that included a content analysis of documents, observations of research activities, and interviews with PMR stakeholders. …”
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Effects of PET image reconstruction parameters and tumor-to-background uptake ratio on quantification of PET images from PET/MRI and PET/CT systems by Amena Ali Hussain, Eva Forssell-Aronsson, Tobias Rosholm, Esmaeil Mehrara

“…Introduction: PET/CT and PET/MRI are valuable multimodality imaging techniques for visualizing both functional and anatomical information. …”
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Role of adductor canal block and genicular nerve block on postoperative pain and enhanced recovery in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty: A randomized clinical trial by Bassel Mohammed Elfokery, Mustafa Seet, Tareef Ashour, Hatem Alharbi, Mujeeb Ashraf, Hatim Alshareef, Mohammad Nyaz, Rayan Bakhreba, Atif Sait

“…This work aimed to assess the role of adductor canal block (ACB) and genicular nerve block (GNB) on postoperative pain and the possibility of enhanced recovery in patients undergoing TKA. Patients and Methods: This randomized trial was conducted on 50 subjects aged 40–75 years who underwent TKA under spinal anesthesia. …”
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Traditional Chinese medicine for neck pain and low back pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. by Qi-ling Yuan, Tuan-mao Guo, Liang Liu, Fu Sun, Yin-gang Zhang

“…The objective of the present study was to review and analyze the existing data about pain and disability in TCM treatments for NP and LBP.<h4>Methods</h4>Studies were identified by a comprehensive search of databases, such as MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library, up to September 1, 2013. …”
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Large Median lobe leading to bilateral ureteric injury in RARP (Robot Assisted Radical Prostatectomy) by Abhishek Singh, Vivek Paharwar, Deval Parikh, Arvind Ganpule, Ravindra Sabnis, Mahesh Desai

“…Methods: Here we demonstrate a 65 year male with localized Ca prostate with a large protruding median lobe.During posterior dissection bilateral Ureteric orifices weren’t identified and got incorporated in the incision.Here, we demonstrate how a median lobe leads to a dangerous complication and ways to overcome this situation by prompt identification of the complication and dealing with it with bilateral DJS stent, relocation of ureteric opening and ureteric orifice-plasty (new ureteric opening made). …”
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Improving postural stability with proprioceptive rehabilitation in patients with diabetic polyneuropathy: a double-blind randomised controlled trial by Kavinda Malwanage, Esther Liyanage, Vajira Weerasinghe, Charles Antonypillai, Indumathie Nanayakkara

“…Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a 12-week proprioceptive rehabilitation programme (PRP) on PS in patients with DPN compared with conventional rehabilitation.Methods This double-blind randomised controlled trial involved 112 patients with DPN, who were randomly allocated to intervention (n=57) or control (n=55) groups. …”
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Feasibility of fast cardiovascular magnetic resonance strain imaging in patients presenting with acute chest pain. by Johannes H Riffel, Deborah Siry, Janek Salatzki, Florian Andre, Marco Ochs, Lukas D Weberling, Evangelos Giannitsis, Hugo A Katus, Matthias G Friedrich

“…The aim of this pilot study was to identify obstructive coronary artery disease (oCAD) with fSENC-CMR in patients presenting with new onset of chest pain.<h4>Methods and results</h4>In 108 patients presenting with acute chest pain, we performed fSENC-CMR after initial clinical assessment in the emergency department. …”
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Effectiveness of an Early Occupational Therapy Intervention in Post-Surgery Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Patients by Aliasghar Jamebozorgi, Mahrokh Ghahari, Fatemeh Jameh Bozorgi, Mahnaz Hejazi-Shirmard

“…This quasi-experimental study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of early occupational therapy intervention in post-surgery patients with CTS. Materials and Methods: Twenty women with idiopathic CTS who were candidates for surgery were recruited and assessed before surgery. …”
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The effect of mukbang watching on eating attitudes mediated uncontrolled eating, cognitive restriction, and emotional eating by Hatice Bölükbaşı, Beyda Yörük, Buse Beliz Şimşek, Seda Çelik, Talha Karakaya, Emine Yassıbaş

“…Abstract Purpose Mukbang, defined as an audio–visual broadcast in which broadcasters commonly eat large portions of tasty food, is a sociocultural trend that can be associated with eating disorders. …”
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Intraoperative and Postoperative Intraocular Lens Opacifications: Analysis of 42545 Cases by Xiaochen Wang, Xiaoming Wu, Yunhai Dai, Yusen Huang

“…Retrospective case series. Methods. Patients who underwent uncomplicated phacoemulsification and IOL implantation for cataract between January 2015 and December 2019 were included. …”
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Effectivity of Walking Epidural Analgesia in Normal Labor to Reduce Labor Pain and Improve Neonatal Outcome by Theresia Monica Rahardjo, Aloysius Suryawan, Ursula Jovanka Natasya Yusran, Alfonsus Zeus Suryawan

“…Methods: This research is an experimental design with one pre-test and post-test group. …”
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The Efficacy and Safety of a Conservative Management Approach to Radiation-Induced Male Urethral Strictures in Elderly Patients With Comorbidities by Alexander T. Rozanski, Matthew J. Moynihan, Lawrence T. Zhang, Alexandra C. Muise, Daniel D. Holst, Steven A. Copacino, Leonard N. Zinman, Jill C. Buckley, Alex J. Vanni

“…Objectives: To assess the outcomes of a conservative management approach to radiation-induced urethral stricture disease (R-USD) in an elderly population with comorbidities. Methods: Patients with R-USD managed with endoscopic procedures and/or clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) between 2007 and 2019 were included. …”
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