The Association between Myopia and Anxiety: A Bidirectional 2-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study by Waihang Wong, MD, Yimin Qin, MD, Chi Liu, PhD, Shiran Zhang, PhD, Yu Jiang, PhD, Yangfa Zeng, MD, Decai Wang, PhD, Lingyi Liang, PhD, Xiaotong Han, PhD

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Evaluating Diagnostic Concordance in Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma Among Academic Glaucoma Subspecialists by Chenmin Wang, De-Fu Chen, Xiao Shang, Xiaoyan Wang, Xizhong Chu, Chengju Hu, Qiangjie Huang, Gangwei Cheng, Jianjun Li, Ruiyi Ren, Yuanbo Liang

“…<b>Objective:</b> The study aimed to evaluate the interobserver agreement among glaucoma subspecialists in diagnosing glaucoma and to explore the causes of diagnostic discrepancies. <b>Methods:</b> Three experienced glaucoma subspecialists independently assessed frequency domain optical coherence tomography, fundus color photographs, and static perimetry results from 464 eyes of 275 participants, adhering to unified glaucoma diagnostic criteria. …”
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Slope Surface Deformation Monitoring Based on Close-Range Photogrammetry: Laboratory Insights and Field Applications by Tianxin Lu, Peng Han, Wei Gong, Shuangshuang Li, Shuangling Mo, Kaiyan Hu, Yihua Zhang, Chunyu Mo, Yuyan Li, Ning An, Fangjun Li, BingBing Han, Baofeng Wan, Ruidong Li

“…The proposed system leverages multiple image processing methods and monocular visual localization, combined with machine learning, to ensure accurate monitoring under time series. …”
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Deep learning and hyperspectral features for seedling stage identification of barnyard grass in paddy field by Siqiao Tan, Qiang Xie, Wenshuai Zhu, Yangjun Deng, Lei Zhu, Xiaoqiao Yu, Zheming Yuan, Zheming Yuan, Yuan Chen, Yuan Chen

“…However, due to their striking visual similarity, separating them from rice seedlings at early growth stages is daunting using traditional visible light imaging models. …”
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Development of a new gastrointestinal endoscope forceps plug that can minimize gas leakage by Tomo Ishida, Yoshinori Hayashi, Yohei Nose, Kohei Goto, Yuji Ishii, Takuro Saito, Kotarou Yamashita, Koji Tanaka, Kazuyoshi Yamamoto, Tomoki Makino, Tsuyoshi Takahashi, Yukinori Kurokawa, Hidetoshi Eguchi, Yuichiro Doki, Kiyokazu Nakajima

“…Abstract Background and aims In our previous study, we visualized and systematically evaluated gas leakage from the forceps plug of the gastrointestinal endoscope system using the Schlieren system. …”
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Utility of ultrasound imaging in monitoring fracture healing in rat femur: Comparison with other imaging modalities by Satoshi Inoue, Michinori Mori, Masaya Yasui, Miwako Matsuki-Fukushima, Kentaro Yoshimura, Naoko Nonaka

“…In this study, we analyzed of fracture healing process and compared US and radiological analyses with histological analyses to clarify the characteristics and limitations of each modality. Methods: An osteotomy model was created using the femur of Wistar rats, and US, radiological (radiography and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT)), and histological analyses were performed. …”
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Assessment of mobile screen time, sleep quality, and reaction time in young adults with premenstrual dysphoric disorder by Doreswamy Kanakaiah, Varun Manjunath, Venkatesha R, Yashica Gowda R, Sai Sailesh Kumar Goothy, Sadgunothama Goud Kamparaj, Anitha Lakshmi

“…Aims and Objectives: The present study was undertaken to observe the assessment of screen time, sleep quality, and RT in young adults with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Materials and Methods: A total of 1200 participants were screened and 150 participants were recruited for the study. …”
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AI-based classification of anticancer drugs reveals nucleolar condensation as a predictor of immunogenicity by Giulia Cerrato, Peng Liu, Liwei Zhao, Adriana Petrazzuolo, Juliette Humeau, Sophie Theresa Schmid, Mahmoud Abdellatif, Allan Sauvat, Guido Kroemer

“…This study aimed to streamline the identification of ICD inducers by leveraging cellular morphological correlates of ICD, specifically the condensation of nucleoli (CON). Methods We applied artificial intelligence (AI)-based imaging analyses to Cell Paint-stained cells exposed to drug libraries, identifying CON as a marker for ICD. …”
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Evaluation of pulse therapy with intravenous methylprednisolone on leprosy neuritis in a Brazilian referral center by Diogo Fernandes dos Santos, Diogo Fernandes dos Santos, Pedro Henrique Sirotheau Corrêa Alves, Fernanda de Oliveira Cirino, Leonardo Peixoto Garcia, João Paulo Moreira Fernandes, Douglas Eulálio Antunes, Isabela Maria Bernardes Goulart, Isabela Maria Bernardes Goulart

“…This observational study aimed to evaluate the use of intravenous methylprednisolone in refractory LN cases in a national reference center of leprosy in Brazil.MethodsEpidemiological and clinical data were collected, and the following instruments were used on evaluation: visual analog pain scale (VAS), Douler Neuropathic 4 questionnaire (DN4), Screening of Activity Limitation and Safety Awareness (SALSA), and the simplified neurological assessment protocol by the Brazilian Ministry of Health. …”
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X-Linked CGD Chorioretinitis in Two Young Girls by Johnathan Abraham Bailey, Maximilian Daechul Kong, Chanakarn Piamjitchol, Baichun Hou, Abdhel Exinor, Antara Nayak, Noah Heaps, Aykut Demirkol, Stephen H. Tsang

“…However, here we present, to our knowledge, the first cases of X-linked CGD chorioretinitis in female carriers, possibly due to skewed X-inactivation (lyonization). Methods: Comprehensive multimodal imaging, including color fundus photography, short-wavelength autofluorescence, and spectral domain optical coherence tomography (OCT), was conducted. …”
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Comparison of analgesic effects between betamethasone and dexamethasone in total knee arthroplasty: a prospective randomized controlled trial by Kai Qin, Kai Qin, Xiangxiang Sun, Qunli Dou, Bowei Li, Guoyang Bai, Guoyang Bai, Xiaobo Sun, Xiaobo Sun, Jianbing Ma, Chao Xu, Yuanchi Huang

“…Therefore, this study aims to compare the analgesic efficacy and safety of betamethasone and dexamethasone in TKA through a prospective randomized controlled trial (RCT).MethodsA total of 120 patients were randomly assigned to three groups: Control (Con) group, Dexamethasone (Dex) group and Betamethasone (Beta) group. …”
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The Effect of the Ripening Period on the Quality Attributes of Pear Fruit by Smaranda-Oana Boghean, Mădălina Militaru, Eugenia Gherghina (Mareși), Radu E. Sestras, Orsolya Borsai, Andreea F. Andrecan, Catalina Dan, Adriana F. Sestras, Anca Livia Butiuc-Keul

“….), internationally renowned cultivars and new cultivars developed through Romanian breeding programs, with distinct ripening periods, using an integrative approach based on morphological, biochemical, and sensory traits. Standardized methods were applied to assess attributes including fruit size, firmness, soluble solids, organic acid composition, skin color, and hedonic sensory responses for taste, aroma, texture, and visual appeal. …”
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The Power of Food Advertisements: A Brief Mindfulness Instruction Does Not Prevent Psychophysiological Responses Triggered by Food Ads by Constanza Baquedano, David Martinez-Pernia, Vicente Soto, Álvaro Rivera-Rei, Antonia Zepeda, Alejandra Vasquez-Rosati, Eugenio J. Guzmán-Lavín, Carla Ugarte, Antonio Cepeda-Benito, Vladimir Lopez, Jaime R. Silva

“…<b>Background:</b> Exposure to visually appealing food items can enhance their subjective realism, leading to increased cravings, salivation, and automatic approach tendencies. …”
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Automated Detection of Galactic Rings from Sloan Digital Sky Survey Images by Linn Abraham, Sheelu Abraham, Ajit K. Kembhavi, N. S. Philip, A. K. Aniyan, Sudhanshu Barway, Harish Kumar

“…The volume of present and future data on galaxies is so large that traditional methods, which involve expert astronomers identifying morphological features through visual inspection, are no longer sufficient. …”
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Integrative analysis of DNA methylation, RNA sequencing, and genomic variants in the cancer genome atlas (TCGA) to predict endometrial cancer recurrence by Jin Hwa Hong, Yung Taek Ouh, Sohyeon Jeong, Yoonji Oh, Hyun Woong Cho, Jae Kwan Lee, Hayeon Kim, Chungyeul Kim, Sanghyun Roh, Eun Na Kim, Yikyeong Chun, Jeong-An Gim

“…This study leverages omics datasets and machine learning to identify biomarkers associated with EC recurrence in different molecular subtypes.MethodsUtilizing DNA methylation, RNA-sequencing, and common variant data from 116 EC samples in The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA), differentially expressed genes (DEGs) and differentially methylated regions (DMRs) were identified using t-tests between recurrence and non-recurrence groups. …”
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Latent profile analysis of fear of progression in Chinese hematologic malignancy survivors by Yating Liu, Qianqian Zhang, Jinying Zhao, Tiantian Zhang, Fei Tian, Zhixin Wang, Zhuli Shao, Xiaobin Li, Wenjun Xie, Fan Yang, Qiuyan Li, Junjie Li

“…The statistical method included latent profile analysis (LPA) and multivariate logistic regression. …”
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Developing evidence-based guidelines for describing potential benefits and harms within patient information leaflets/sheets (PILs) that inform and do not cause harm (PrinciPILs) by Jeremy Howick, Martina Svobodova, Shaun Treweek, Katie Gillies, Adrian Edwards, Peter Bower, Jennifer Bostock, Nina Jacob, Kerenza Hood

“…To develop and disseminate guidance on how to implement the principles. Methods We used a mixed methodology consisting of three work packages. …”
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Head position control strategies in progressive Supranuclear Palsy versus Idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease during dynamic-on-static platform tilt by Stefan Kammermeier, Kathrin Maierbeck, Kathrin Maierbeck, Lucia Dietrich, Lucia Dietrich, Annika Eissner, Stefan Lorenzl, Stefan Lorenzl, Arun Singh, Arun Singh, Kai Bötzel, Christoph Maurer

“…ObjectivesWe investigated differences in head stabilization among Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), advanced Idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease (IPD) and healthy controls during passive anteroposterior platform tilting to determine factors for disease-specific falling.MethodsSeventeen PSP, eleven IPD and eighteen control subjects were exposed to pseudorandom multi-frequency antero-posterior platform tilts, while recording 3D motion of body segments with a Zebris ultrasound positioning system. …”
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Edema progression in proximity to traumatic microbleeds: Evolution of cytotoxic and vasogenic edema on serial MRI by Jacquie Lee, Emily Baniewicz, Nicole L. Peterkin, Danielle Greenman, Allison D. Griffin, Neekita Jikaria, L. Christine Turtzo, Marie Luby, Lawrence L. Latour

“…Quantitative analysis confirmed the visual progression of some TMB lesions from ADC + to FLAIR+. …”
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Germans de Mario. Xiquets de primària jugant amb les seues consoles DS Hermanos de Mario. Niños de primaria jugando con sus consolas DS Mario’s brothers. Primary school children pl... by Ricard Huerta, Remigi Morant

“…Des de les àrees d'educació en arts visuals i d'educació musical, com a disciplines coincidents i complementàries en relació a la pràctica observada, aportem una reflexió conjunta de les experiències receptives de tipus visual i auditiu que barregen les tecnologies. …”
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