Retrospective analysis of the clinical effect of spinal cord stimulation in the treatment of painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy by Dongqiang Cui, Ming Yang, Yang Qiao, Zhenxing Gong, Zeqing Hu, Zhuang Ma, Yang Wu, Guitong Huo

“…IntroductionThe aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) in patients with painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN).Materials and methodsNinety-two patients underwent permanent SCS implantation and completed a 6-month post-operative follow-up. …”
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Comparative efficacy of different doses of platelet-rich plasma injection in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Majid Khalilizad, Seyedeh Tahereh Emadian, Mobin Marzban Abbas Abadi

“…This systematic review and network meta-analysis aimed to compare the efficacy of various PRP doses in treating knee osteoarthritis. Methods We searched published data in Embase, PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and ClinicalTrials.gov, with no language restrictions from the inception to 30 September 2024. …”
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Fibromyalgia in rheumatoid arthritis: features of pain syndrome, impact on disease activity and quality of life of patients by N. A. Melikova, E. G. Filatova, A. M. Lila

“…The presence of comorbid FM significantly affects the course of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).Objective: to assess the effect of FM on RA activity indicators, features of pain syndrome, and quality of life (QoL) of patients.Patients and methods. The study included patients with a confirmed diagnosis of RA. …”
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Current geological processes affecting the environment of the Caspian region by E. M. Aliyev, S. A. Guryanov, A. S. Belyaeva

“…To investigate and assess the current geological processes affecting the environment of the Caspian region.   Materials and methods. The computer processing and visual interpretation of radar information, as well as the data of marine geological-geophysical and seismic studies, revealed correlation of oil slicks and gas emissions with the sources of fluid generation and discharge within the sedimentary cover of the Caspian region. …”
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The Efficacy of Manual Therapy and Pressure Biofeedback-Guided Deep Cervical Flexor Muscle Strength Training on Pain and Functional Limitations in Individuals with Cervicogenic Hea... by Shahnaz Hasan, Nasrin Bharti, Ahmad H. Alghadir, Amir Iqbal, Naiyer Shahzad, Abeer R. Ibrahim

“…A double-blinded, two-arm parallel group randomized comparative design. Methods. After applying the eligibility criteria, sixty out of eighty-nine CGH patients were recruited from King Saud University Medical Center in Riyadh and randomly allocated to intervention groups using simple random sampling. …”
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The Efficacy and Safety of Trabeculectomy after Failed Primary Glaucoma Drainage Devices by Daniel Wang, Zhuangjun Si, Sanjay G. Asrani, Joanne C. Wen, Divakar Gupta

“…We examined the clinical outcomes of patients who underwent a trabeculectomy after failed primary GDD. Methods This is a cross-sectional study of all patients who had a glaucoma drainage implant that failed or was inadequate in lowering IOP and underwent a trabeculectomy in the same eye from January 2016 to December 2022. …”
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Assessment of the Capsular Tension Ring Implantation Effect on the IOL Position in the Long Term Period after Uncomplicated Phacoemulsification by A. N. Kulikov, E. V. Danilenko, A. A. Dzilikhov

“…Purpose: To assess the capsular tension ring implantation effect on the IOL position according to different devices in the long term period after uncomplicated phacoemulsification.Patients and methods. The study enrolled 234 patients (273 eyes) with cataract without zonular weakness. …”
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Strategies for enhancing home-based cardiac rehabilitation self-management for patients with coronary heart disease: a qualitative study by Zhen Yang, Xutong Zheng, Yu Gao, Chunqi Zhang, Aiping Wang

“…This study aimed to explore the experiences and strategies of clinical nurses in enhancing home-based cardiac rehabilitation self-management for patients with coronary heart disease. Methods A descriptive qualitative study was conducted across two large cardiac rehabilitation centers. …”
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Gamified Adaptive Approach Bias Modification in Individuals With Methamphetamine Use History From Communities in Sichuan: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial by Danlin Shen, Jianping Jiao, Liqun Zhang, Yanru Liu, Xiang Liu, Yuanhui Li, Tianjiao Zhang, Dai Li, Wei Hao

“…ObjectivesThis study aims to gather preliminary data and assess the preliminary efficacy of an adaptive approach bias modification (A-ApBM) paradigm in reducing cue-induced craving in individuals with methamphetamine use history. MethodsA randomized controlled trial with 3 arms was conducted. …”
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Trends and Future Projections of Vitreoretinal Surgery in a Tertiary Hospital in China (2005–2022) by Tsai CL, Liu B, Liu Y, Xu Z, Lin Z, Chen Z, Ma Y, Liu Y, Chen Z, Jiang L, Qin Z, Lai K, Li T

“…Chin-Ling Tsai,1,2,* Baoyi Liu,1,2,* Yaping Liu,1,2 Zhuojun Xu,1,2 Zhuangling Lin,1,2 Ziye Chen,1,2 Yuan Ma,1,2 Yuan Liu,1,2 Zitong Chen,1,2 Lan Jiang,1,2 Zijian Qin,1,2 Kunbei Lai,1,2 Tao Li1,2 1State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology Visual Science, Guangzhou, 510060, People’s Republic of China; 2Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, 510060, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Tao Li, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510060, People’s Republic of China, Email litao2@mail.sysu.edu.cnPurpose: To analyze past trends and project future trajectories of vitreoretinal surgery in China.Methods: A single-institution, retrospective analysis of vitreoretinal surgeries conducted at Zhongshan ophthalmic center (ZOC), Sun Yat-sen University, from 2005 to 2022, utilizing ZOC’s inpatient database. …”
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Silver diamine fluoride: A SMART solution for special care paediatric dentistry by A. Saseendran, P. Urs, N. K. Syeda, F. N. Kandakkeel, A. Selvan, T. Noor, A. K. Tabnjh, S. Selvaraj

“…To compare and evaluate the clinical and antimicrobial efficacy of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) and Silver Modified Atraumatic Restorative technique (SMART) in carious primary teeth in children with special needs. MATERIALS AND METHODS. Sixty-six children aged 3–9 years with carious primary molars were randomly divided into two groups. …”
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The effect of manual techniques on maximum muscle activity electromyography, functional disability, and pain in women with non-specific chronic low back pain by hadi miri, mina haghighi, arezoo mohammadi

“…In the pre-test, the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) was used to assess functional disability, and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) was used to assess pain levels. …”
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Preoperative risk factors for nonsatisfaction after lumbar interbody fusion by Cyrus Zamany, Søren Ohrt-Nissen, Peter Muhareb Udby

“…Research question: To find valuable preoperative clinical risk factors and variables associated with a non-satisfactory patient-reported outcome following surgery. Materials and methods: The Danish surgical spine database (DaneSpine) was used to collect eight years of pre- and postoperative data on patients undergoing single-level fusions with either posterior- (PLIF) or transforaminal lumbar interbody fusions (TLIF). …”
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Results of an open, observational, non-interventional study of the efficacy and safety of etoricoxib (Dolocox) in osteoarthritis of various localizations (knee joint, hip joint) Et... by S. P. Yakupova, E. V. Zonova, E. Yu. Akulinushkina, A. S. Kabargina, E. D. Shalagina

“…In terms of sufficient duration for pain relief and minimization of the risk of adverse events (AE), it seems relevant to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a short course of OA therapy with the drug etoricoxib (Dolocox®).The aim of the study was to evaluate the clinical efficacy (effect on the activity of the inflammatory process, intensity of pain) and safety of etoricoxib (Dolocox®) in a short course of therapy (at least 10 days) in the treatment of osteoarthritis.Material and methods. 60 patients were included, of which 55% (33) had comorbidities. …”
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A Colorimetric/Ratiometric Fluorescent Probe Based on Aggregation-Induced Emission Effect for Detecting Hypochlorous Acid in Real Samples and Bioimaging Applications by Junliang Chen, Pingping Xiong, Huawei Niu, Weiwei Cao, Wenfen Zhang, Shusheng Zhang

“…Despite its importance, traditional methods for HClO detection often involve complex sample preparation, sophisticated instrumentation, and skilled operators. …”
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Comparison of Short-Term efficacy between medial and lateral dual incision approach and medial dual incision approach for endoscopic spur resection combined with plantar fascia rel... by Xuehai Dong, Feng Wan, Jingjing Zhang, Can Zhuo, Naxin Zhou

“…Abstract Background This study employed a retrospective analysis to compare the short-term efficacy of the medial and lateral dual incision approach versus the medial dual incision approach for endoscopic spur resection combined with plantar fascia release in the treatment of heel pain syndrome, aiming to provide orthopedic surgeons with a reference for surgical treatment of heel pain syndrome. Methods From December 2022 to December 2023, a total of 44 patients were included in the study, with 22 cases in the medial and lateral dual incision group and 22 cases in the medial dual incision group. …”
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Efficacy of vibrotactile device DentalVibe in reducing injection pain and anxiety during local anaesthesia in paediatric dental patients: a study protocol for a randomised controll... by Elitsa Veneva, Radka Cholakova, Ralitsa Raycheva, Ani Belcheva

“…The aim of this study is to determine the efficacy of the DentalVibe (DV) device in reducing pain and anxiety associated with LA in paediatric patients.Methods and analysis The proposed study is a randomised controlled clinical trial with split-mouth design. …”
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Structural and functional assessment of ganglion cell complex in patients on long-term hydroxychloroquine by Shreyas Temkar, Aniket Tatyasaheb Mairal, Arun Sahi, Amit Kumar Deb, Chengappa G Kavadichanda, Subashini Kaliaperumal, Veeradasari Jawahar Satya Babu, Aarthy Gunasekaran

“…This study evaluated if these structural changes of GCC translate to functional deficits and if they represent true retinal toxicity. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study. Fifteen patients aged ≥18 years who had been on HCQ treatment for >5 years were recruited as cases, and 15 age- and gender-matched healthy individuals were recruited as controls. …”
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PSMA PET/CT Identifies Intrapatient Variation in Salivary Gland Toxicity From Iodine-131 Therapy by Vineet Mohan MSc, Wouter V. Vogel MD, PhD, Gerlof D. Valk MD, PhD, Jan P. de Boer MD, PhD, Marnix G. E. H. Lam MD, PhD, Bart de Keizer MD, PhD

“…We aimed to assess gland-specific salivary gland toxicity after 131 I-therapy using PSMA PET/CT. Methods: Five patients with differentiated thyroid cancer underwent [ 68 Ga]Ga-PSMA-11 PET/CT to evaluate their eligibility for peptide radioligand therapy with [ 177 Lu]Lu-PSMA-617. …”
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Haloperidol versus second-generation antipsychotics on the cognitive performance of individuals with schizophrenia and related disorders: pairwise meta-analysis of randomized contr... by Daniel Prates Baldez, Tais Boeira Biazus, Francisco Diego Rabelo-da-Ponte, Guilherme Pedro Nogaro, Dayane Santos Martins, João Pedro Soledade Signori, Vanessa Gnielka, Ives Cavalcante Passos, Letícia Sanguinetti Czepielewski, Maurício Kunz

“…Thus, we aimed to compare the effects of haloperidol versus SGAs on the cognitive performance of individuals with schizophrenia or related disorders. Methods We conducted an updated systematic review and nine pairwise meta-analyses of double-blinded randomized controlled trials published up to October 30th, 2022, using MEDLINE, Web of Science, and Embase. …”
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