Develop and validate a machine learning model to predict the risk of persistent pain after percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic discectomy by Jun Yuan, Jun Fu

“…This study aims to utilize machine learning models to predict persistent pain, identify key influencing factors, and construct a risk model to assess the likelihood of persistent pain.MethodsWe first compared baseline characteristics and pathological indicators between patients who developed persistent pain and those who did not after PTED. …”
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“Evaluation of hepatobiliary disorders using magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography in a low-resource setting in Kano, Nigeria: a retrospective study” by Nuraddeen Mukhtar Rabiu, Abbas Rabiu Muhammad, Ahmad Bashir Umar, Sambo-Donga Donzomga, Ibrahim Umar Garzali, Suwaid Mohammed Abba, Anas Ismail

“…Abstract Background Biliary disorders are a major health concern in Nigeria, where magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), a non-invasive imaging tool offering effective duct visualization without radiation, is emerging as a key diagnostic modality. …”
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Bibliometric analysis of mucosal immunity in IgA nephropathy from 1990 to 2022 by Xian Chen, Zhe Yan, Qing Pan, Chunxia Zhang, Yakun Chen, Xuzhi Liang, Shaomei Li, Gang Wu

“…Abstract Objective The study aimed to conduct a bibliometric analysis of mucosal immunity in IgA nephropathy (IgAN) and indicate its current status, hot sopts, and direction of future studies. Methods The literature data was collected from the Web of Science Core Collection. …”
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Possibilities of elastography for assessing the stiffness of post-traumatic scars in the process of complex treatment by Kristina S. Iurchenko, Natalia A. Shanina, Alexander V. Patrushev, Denis V. Kovlen, Alexey V. Samtsov

“…Methods. A prospective open clinical study was conducted between December 2023 and May 2024. …”
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Multivariate prognosis of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease development in visceral obesity in patients with coronary artery disease and hypertension by I. V. Logacheva, T. A. Ryazanova, S. B. Ponomarev, V. R. Makarova

“…To create a model for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) development at the steatosis stage in visceral obesity in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and hypertension (HTN).Material and methods. The study included male patients with coronary artery disease, stable angina and hypertension: experimental group — 75 patients, control group — 38 patients. …”
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Radiotherapy improves survival in HER2-positive breast cancer with lung metastases: a retrospective study with artificial intelligence-based prognostic modeling by Tengfei Ren, Xiangkun Wang, Shengyuan Luo, Shengyuan Luo, Shanbao Ke

“…While systemic therapies have improved outcomes, the role of radiotherapy (RT) in the management of lung metastases remains uncertain.MethodsThis retrospective study analyzed 248 HER2-positive breast cancer patients with lung metastases treated at two institutions between 2006 and 2021. …”
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Progress and Frontiers of Research on Dexmedetomidine in Perioperative Medicine: A Bibliometric Analysis by Zheng T, Pei Z, Huang X

“…VOSviewer and Citespace software were used for bibliometric analysis and data visualization.Results: A total of 1652 suitable publications were extracted from the database for analysis, including 1,497 articles and 155 reviews. …”
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Alician Blue Staining in Histological Assessment of Acid Mucopolysaccharides in Salivary Gland Tumors: A Diagnostic Perspective by Amit Kumar Srivastava, Aishwarya Srivastava, Ruchi Jain, Swati Shrivastava, Sourabh Shrivastava, Divya Sinha

“…Materials and Methods: A total of 60 salivary gland tumor samples were analyzed, including 30 benign (e.g., pleomorphic adenoma) and 30 malignant (e.g., mucoepidermoid carcinoma, adenoid cystic carcinoma) cases. …”
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The Role of Electronic Medical Records on Aggregate Data Reporting and Use in the Tanzanian Health System by Bigten KIKOBA, Masoud MAHUNDI, Wilfred SENYONI

“…This study investigates how EMRs contribute to these HMIS functions. Methods: This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach to examine the implementation and usage of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) in the Tanzania health system, using Dodoma and Bahi districts as case studies. …”
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The application of artificial intelligence in stroke research: A bibliometric analysis by Yun Peng, Zhen Zhao, Yutong Rao, Ke Sun, Jiayi Zou, Guanqing Liu

“…The network visualization map of keywords co-occurrence was generated by VOSviewer. …”
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Corrections of Dental Anomalies in the Maxillary Incisors and Their Influence on Perceived Smile Esthetics: A Systematic Review by Nessa Rose McGarty, Caterina Delre, Carlo Gaeta, Tiziana Doldo

“…Objective: The purpose of this systematic review is to assess the techniques used to restore various dental anomalies, and their subsequent esthetic impact on the overall dentition. Methods: Inclusion criteria consisted of restorative rehabilitations of the permanent dentition in non-syndromic patients with dental anomalies of morphology, structure, size, and number in the maxillary incisors. …”
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Mapping Trends and Hotspots Regarding the Use of Lung Ultrasound in the Field of Anesthesiology: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Research by Jiang W, Kang K, Zhou X, Chen X, Yu H, Zhang X

“…The analysis and visualization were performed using WoS, Excel, VOSviewer, and CiteSpace. …”
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Developing the digital research competence of a future mathematics teacher as a part of project activities by Elena N. Alekseeva

“…During the implementation of design tasks, methods of experimental mathematics and visualization of geometric objects were used. …”
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A comparison of tools used for tuberculosis diagnosis in resource-limited settings: a case study at Mubende referral hospital, Uganda. by Adrian Muwonge, Sydney Malama, Barend M de C Bronsvoort, Demelash Biffa, Willy Ssengooba, Eystein Skjerve

“…Furthermore, we estimated the diagnostic utility of three-TB-associated predictors in an algorithm with and without Direct Ziehl-Neelsen (DZM).<h4>Materials and methods</h4>Data was obtained from a cross-sectional study in 2011 conducted at Mubende regional referral hospital in Uganda. …”
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A Review of the Applications, Benefits, and Challenges of Generative AI for Sustainable Toxicology by Furqan Alam, Tahani Saleh Mohammed Alnazzawi, Rashid Mehmood, Ahmed Al-maghthawi

“…Conventional toxicological methods often lack sustainability as they are costly, time-consuming, and sometimes inaccurate. …”
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Understanding multimorbidity: insights with graphical models by Erika Banzato, Alberto Roverato, Alessandra Buja, Giovanna Boccuzzo

“…Abstract Background The use of graphical models in the multimorbidity context is increasing in popularity due to their intuitive visualization of the results. A comprehensive understanding of the model itself is essential for its effective utilization and optimal application. …”
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Application of deep learning in malware detection: a review by Yafei Song, Dandan Zhang, Jian Wang, Yanan Wang, Yang Wang, Peng Ding

“…The review includes common methods such as convolutional neural networks, recurrent neural networks and generative adversarial networks, focusing on feature extraction techniques such as sequence features, image visualization and data enhancement. …”
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Retrograde device-assisted lumen-apposing metal stent insertion for candy cane syndrome by Anne Kimberly Lim-Fernandez, MD, Samuel Jun Ming Lim, MRCP, Chin Hong Lim, MRCP, Christopher Jen Lock Khor, MRCP, Damien Meng Yew Tan, MRCP

“…The gastroscope is used to assist with instillation of saline and endoscopic visualization of the LAMS in the blind pouch to ensure safe deployment. …”
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Knowledge mapping of autophagy in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease from 2004 to 2024: a bibliometric analysis by Yating Zhang, Anqi Li, Sumei Xu, Haoge Liu

“…Therefore, this study aims to summarize the current research status, research direction, and research hotspots in the literature related to COPD and autophagy.MethodsA search was conducted on the Web of Science Core Collection for literature related to COPD and autophagy from October 2004 to October 2024. …”
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Changes in Stress-Strain Index in School-Aged Children: A 3-Year Longitudinal Study by Zhengfei Yang, Bo Wu, Zhouyue Li, Mengting Yu, Jinyun Jiang, Shuyuan Chen, Shengsong Xu, Junwen Zeng, Mengyi Wang, Xiao Yang

“…SSI, AL, and refractive error were measured via corneal visualization Scheimpflug technology (Corvis ST), IOLMaster biometry, and cycloplegic refraction. …”
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