Effect of microstructure differences on the thermal and mechanical behaviors of porous cementitious composites using phase change materials by Md Suman Mia, Satya Medepalli, Yuya Takahashi, Koichi Tsuchiya, Tetsuya Ishida

“…Two series of specimens were prepared by using two distinct mixing methods. One involved gentle mixing at a low energy, whereas the other used a high-speed mixer. …”
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A hybrid XAI-driven deep learning framework for robust GI tract disease diagnosis by Fadl Dahan, Jamal Hussain Shah, Rabia Saleem, Muhammad Hasnain, Maira Afzal, Taha M. Alfakih

“…Even with the advancement in machine learning and explainable AI for medical image analysis, existing methods tend to have high false negative rates which compromise critical disease cases. …”
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The impact of bariatric surgery on gut microbiota: a bibliometric analysis of research trends and scientific contributions by Shuaichang Gong, Xiabiao Zhang, Xiabiao Zhang, Xiaoliang Chen, Ping Wan, Longfei Zhou, Jun Zhang

“…However, there has been no systematic bibliometric analysis exploring the relationship between BS and GM to date.MethodsWe conducted a literature search on BS and GM from January 1, 1981, to May 25, 2024, within the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC). …”
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Zoonotic disease outbreaks reported under India's Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme, 2018–2023: a cross-sectional analysis of national surveillance dataResearch in context... by Mogan Kaviprawin, Mohankumar Raju, Manikandanesan Sakthivel, Archana Ramalingam

“…We described the zoonotic disease outbreaks notified under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) in India between 2018 and 2023 to identify temporal trends and spatial variation. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study by reviewing zoonotic disease outbreak line-list data from IDSP weekly outbreak reports and analyzed by year, region, and timeliness of reporting. …”
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Patient Experience of Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease: Qualitative Patient and Clinician Interviews Informing the Development of a Conceptual Model by Jeffrey L. Bennett, Asha Paireddy, Charlotte Cox, Megan Mayhew, Julia Stein, Teresa Gasalla, Béatrice Tugaut

“…This study explored the patient experience of MOGAD through concept elicitation interviews with patients with MOGAD and clinicians to develop a conceptual model of MOGAD. Methods A preliminary conceptual model of MOGAD signs, symptoms, treatments, and HRQoL impacts was developed based on a review of the published literature. …”
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Pictogram comprehension and medication-use literacy among undergraduate students: a cross-sectional survey study by Kritsanee Saramunee, Bunleu Sungthong, Chatmanee Taengthonglang, Wiraphol Phimarn

“…This study assessed the understanding of USP-DI pictograms and medication-use literacy, and explored factors associated with pictogram comprehension.Methods: A cross-sectional survey using a structured questionnaire was conducted among 637 university students between August 2023 and April 2024. …”
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Electroacupuncture alleviated post-stroke cognitive impairment via the mTOR/NLRP3-mediated autophagy-inflammatory pathway by Jiawang Lang, Jianchang Luo, Jiachen Lang, Luodan Wang, Wenbin Xu, Jie Jia, Zhipeng Zhao, Boxu Lang

“…This study aimed to assess the effects of electroacupuncture (EA) on PSCI and the role of the mTOR/NLRP3-mediated autophagy-inflammatory pathway in this process. Methods The rat focal cerebral ischemia model was established using middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO). …”
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The Role of Stress in Venipuncture Pain in Adolescents: Secondary Analysis of a Prospective Observational Study by Joel Brown, Zoe Ademuyiwa, Elizabeth Wu-Chen, Hadas Nahman-Averbuch

“…This study investigated the relationships between stress (venipuncture-related and general stress) and venipuncture pain intensity and unpleasantness, hypothesizing that higher stress levels would be associated with greater pain levels. <b>Methods</b>: Forty-two adolescents (five boys, mean age 12.2 ± 1.4) participated in the study, which included completing questionnaires and a blood draw. …”
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Use of Dexamethasone for Severe Fatigue in the Advanced Cancer Population: A Brief Report by Gemma Ingham, Kat Urban, Yinyin Phyo, Jane Hunt, Penelope Tuffin, Davinia Seah

“…Objective: To improve the evidence base by exploring the use, efficacy, and side effect profile of dexamethasone for fatigue management. Methods: This international multisite prospective observational case series assessed the benefit and adverse effects of dexamethasone at baseline (T0) and at five to seven days postbaseline (T1). …”
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Clinical Effect of Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Internal Fixation Combined with Injured Vertebrae Bone Grafting in the Treatment of Thoracolumbar Fractures in Orth... by Guoce Fei, Huaru Yan

“…To observe the clinical effect of minimally invasive percutaneous pedicle screw internal fixation combined with injured vertebrae bone grafting in the treatment of thoracolumbar fractures in orthopedic surgery. Methods. A total of 132 patients with thoracolumbar fractures admitted to the hospital were enrolled between January 2020 and April 2021. …”
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Clinician-Focused Connected Health Requirements Gathering for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Through Clinical Journey Mapping: Design Science Study by Richard Harris, Deirdre Murray, Angela McSweeney, Frederic Adam

“…MethodsThis study uses a design science approach where a sample artifact is presented to a relevant audience for review and feedback and is then leveraged to work iteratively toward an improved, final artifact. …”
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Abnormal anorectal manometric and sensory functions in patients with functional anorectal pain by Hongyan Zheng, Yanlan Wu, Sangsang Wu, Fan Liu, Jiande D. Z. Chen, Dan Chai, Min Ni

“…This study explored the pathogenesis of FARP by investigating their anorectal physiological and psychological characteristics using HARM. Methods 140 patients with FARP who had undergone standard HARM examinations at our institution between January 2021 to January 2023, were retrospectively included for analysis. 110 controls underwent the standard HARM examinations at our institution. …”
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A framework for cyber threat modeling and risk assessment in smart city environments by Mariya Ouaissa, Mariyam Ouaissa, Zineb Nadifi, Sarah El Himer, Yassine Al Masmoudi, Ali Kartit

“…However, as smart cities increasingly rely on the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and real-time data processing, they also face an expanded attack surface and growing cybersecurity threats.MethodsThis paper presents a comprehensive threat modeling and risk assessment approach tailored to smart city environments. …”
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Comparison of Diagnostic Accuracy of Lever Sign Test with Arthroscopic Findings by M Birami, E Nasiri, Gh.R Fallahmohammadi, S Ghaffari

“…The aim of the present study was to evaluate the reliability and diagnostic value and outcome of the Lever test.Methods:In this prospective diagnostic study, 154 patients who were candidates for arthroscopic surgery were evaluated. …”
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Supervised—not voluntary—upper limb exercise enhances vestibular function in Parkinson’s disease by Federica Ginanneschi, David Cioncoloni, Carla Battisti, Armando Bucciarelli, Federica Dominici, Roberto Marconi, Alessandro Rossi, Lucia Monti

“…The present study aims to explore whether an upper limb aerobic exercise, performed using a device that primarily targets the axial muscles of the cervical-dorsal spine, can improve postural control and motor symptoms in PD.MethodsTwenty-eight patients with PD were evaluated before and after 2 months of exercise training, using dynamic posturography for the 6 conditions of the Sensory Integration Test (SOT) within the Equitest device, along with clinical measures. …”
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Incidence of Distal Embolization during Peripheral Intervention using the NAV-6 Embolic Protection System by Timothy C. Huber, Younes Jahangiri Noudeh, John F. Angle, Daniel Sheeran, Megan Tracci, Luke Wilkins

“…Purpose: To compare the rates of embolic debris (ED) generation during lower extremity arterial interventions and evaluate the safety and efficacy of the using an embolic protection device (EPD). Methods: This was a single-center retrospective review of 111 patients (114 vessels) having undergone peripheral arterial intervention with the use of an EPD (Emboshield NAV-6 device). …”
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Human Interleukin-1β Profile and Self-Reported Pain Monitoring Using Clear Aligners with or without Acceleration Techniques: A Case Report and Investigational Study by Selma Pascoal, Aline Gonçalves, Andreia Brandão, Duarte Rocha, Sofia Oliveira, Francisca Monteiro, Óscar Carvalho, Susana Coimbra, Teresa Pinho

“…The use of acceleration methods could improve the efficacy of clear aligners by stimulating cells' mechanobiology through numerous pathways, but this hypothesis is still poorly explored. …”
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Cadmium Exposure Disrupts Uterine Energy Metabolism and Coagulation Homeostasis During Labor in Institute of Cancer Research Mice: Insights from Transcriptomic Analysis by Yueyang Wang, Yichen Bai, Yi Wang, Yan Cai

“…This study is the first to establish a model of Cd exposure in the uterus of laboring mice and investigate the underlying metabolic mechanisms through transcriptomic analysis. <b>Methods:</b> Pregnant mice received intraperitoneal injections of CdCl₂ (1.5 mg/kg) on gestational days 12.5, 14.5, and 16.5 were set up as the experimental group (Cd group), and pregnant mice injected with saline were set up as the control group (CT group). …”
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Abstract 195: Changing Trends of Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy for Low Severity Stroke: National Inpatient Sample Analysis (2016‐2020) by Aaron Brake, Lane Fry, Hira Chouhdry, Sivani Lingam, Tara Samiee, Koji Ebersole, Michael Abraham

“…These results can be visualized in the Figure below, * = p‐value < 0.05. …”
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Sliding friction unit of connecting-rod end of high-lift plunger pump using self-lubricated bearing from powder antifriction material by Marina V. Korchagina, Sergey O. Kireev, Sergey L. Nikishenko, Alexey D. Kuzin

“…The pump construction diagram with the description of the modernized unit is provided; the problems arising under the production and exploitation of the connecting-rod pin bearing group are described. Materials and Methods. Upon the experience in applying bearing bushes from powder antifriction materials in mechanical engineering, the iron graphite porous material is selected. …”
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