FlexO2: A patient-controlled oxygen flow selector improving autonomy and daily function in long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) by Michael Runold, Ingegerd Karlsson, Magda Borén

“…Outcomes included ease of use measured by visual analogue scale (VAS), physical activity levels, COPD Assessment Test (CAT), EQ-5D-5 L index, and frequency of dose adjustments. …”
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Optimal frequency of platelet-rich plasma injections for managing osteoarthritis: A longitudinal study by Masahiko Kemmochi

“…Pain levels were assessed using the visual analog scale (VAS); functional recovery was measured using the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS). …”
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Health Related Quality of Life norm data of the Italian general population: results using the EQ-5D-3L and EQ-5D-5L instruments by Luciana Scalone, Paolo Angelo Cortesi, Roberta Ciampichini, Giancarlo Cesana, Lorenzo Giovanni Mantovani

“…Each participant underwent a telephone interview with questions using the EQ-5D-3L and the EQ-5D-5L descriptive systems, the visual analogue scale (EQ-VAS) and socio-demographic data.…”
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Therapeutic effects of crocin in alleviating diabetic neuropathy: a preliminary randomized triple-blind placebo-controlled trial by Adeleh Sahebnasagh, Mohammad Ali Feizi, Saeed Hossein Khalilzadeh, Elahe Taghvaei, Fatemeh Saghafi

“…Neuropathic symptoms were assessed using the Total Symptom Score (TSS), Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and the Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument (MNSI) at baseline and at 3-week intervals. …”
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Co-differentiation and enrichment of corneal endothelial cells and keratocytes from human pluripotent stem cells by Abhinav Reddy Kethiri, Pyry Grönroos, Ajai Suwaraj Chinnaiah Nagaraj, Heli Skottman

“…Damage to these cell types can lead to visual impairment. Although corneal transplantation is effective, donor shortages limit its availability. …”
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Intravitreal Injections for Macular Edema in Silicone Oil Filled Eyes by Safadi K, Eshel Y, Levy J, Tiosano L, Jaouni T, Khateb S

“…The main outcome measures included visual acuity (VA), central subfield macular thickness (CSMT), and the type and number of injections.Results: The mean age (±SD) of the patients was 64.75± 8.9 years. …”
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A comparative study on the cleaning efficacy of a pulsed vacuum cleaning and disinfection device on rigid endoscopic instruments in a hospital setting by Licong Bo, Xue Wang, Jian Li, Yue Hu

“…There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups in terms of visual inspection, magnifying light source, and ATP fluorescence comparison (P>0.05). …”
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Functional Outcome of Lumbar Discectomy by Fenestration Technique in Lumbar Intervertebral Disk Prolapse by Bharath Vadivelkumar, Prem K Kothimbakkam, Guhan Rayappan Kumaresan, Ashwanth N Balashanmugam, Thirumal Ranganathan, Vijayashankar Murugesan

“…The visual analog scale (VAS) and Oswestry disability index (ODI) scores were used to assess the patients. …”
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Uwarunkowania wydolności funkcjonalnej chorych z dyskopatią lędźwiowo-krzyżową poddanych leczeniu zachowawczemu by Katarzyna Krystyna Snarska, Jolanta Małyszko, Monika Charyton, Hanna Bachórzewska-Gajewska, Wiesław Drozdowski

“…The research tools included: our questionnaire, the WHOQOL-BREF Scale assessing the quality of life, as well as the Visual Analogue Scale — VAS. Results. The group of respondents included 102 women (56.4%) and 79 men (43.6%) aged 24–76 years (mean age 48.3±12.7 years). …”
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Rapid and accurate detection of peanut pod appearance quality based on lightweight and improved YOLOv5_SSE model by Zhixia Liu, Xilin Zhong, Chunyu Wang, Guozhen Wu, Fengyu He, Jing Wang, Dexu Yang

“…Consequently, the development of a rapid, accurate, and automated inspection system holds significant importance for enhancing production efficiency and quality control in the peanut industry.MethodsThis study introduces the optimization and iteration of the YOLOv5s model, aiming to swiftly and precisely identify high-quality peanuts, peanuts with mechanical damage, moldy peanuts, and germinated peanuts. …”
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HORMONAL CONTRACEPTION AND MAGNESIUM DEFICIENCY: A SUBANALYSIS OF THE MAGYN STUDY by D. V. Blinov, T. I. Ushakova, N. A. Makatsariya, N. M. Khamani, V. O. Bitsadze, Ch. Dadak

“…The severity of MgD symptoms was evaluated using a 10-point visual analogue scale; the quality of life was assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire after four weeks of therapy.Results. …”
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Visuospatial function impairment in patients with subacute-chronic isolated frontal lobe ischemic stroke: A cross-sectional study using MoCA-Ina in a private hospital by Mary Christina Elsa, Yusak Mangara Tua Siahaan, Melania Lumenta

“…Visuospatial function, a domain of cognitive function related to visual imaging, is commonly affected by parietal lobe lesions. …”
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Prevalence of urinary incontinence and its relation to occupational status among Egyptian female patients presenting with chronic cough by Ragy Mamdouh Ghaly, Alaa Mohamed Atef Karim Eldin, Dina Abbas Mohamed AbdelRahman, Marwa Hussein Elassal

“…The mean age, mean number of parities, vaginal delivery, median duration of cough, cough severity index, and cough visual analogue scale were significantly higher in UI patients. …”
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Establishment of a novel mouse model of colorectal cancer by orthotopic transplantation by Cewen Chen, Qiaochu Fu, Lei Wang, Shinya Tanaka, Masamichi Imajo

“…Nonetheless, the development of such models is fraught with challenges primarily owing to the technical complexities associated with the transplantation of CRC cells into the intestinal epithelium. Methods The luminal surface of the cecum was externalized to visualize the entire process involved in the transplantation of CRC cells into the cecal epithelium of BALB/c athymic nude mice. …”
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Outcomes of posterior lamellar tarsal rotation vs bilamellar tarsal rotation for trachomatous trichiasis. by John H Kempen, Yineng Chen, Aida Abashawl, Ahlam Awad Mohammed, Sarity Dodson, Wondu Alemayehu, Alemu Gemechu, Aemero Abateneh Mengesha, Dereje Adugna Kumsa, Tony Succar, Kathleen McWilliams, Fangming Jin, Vatinee Y Bunya, Maureen G Maguire, Matthew J Burton, Gui-Shuang Ying, FLuorometholone as Adjunctive MEdical Therapy for Trachomatous Trichiasis Surgery (FLAME) Trial Research Group

“…<h4>Methods</h4>In an ongoing TT control program in Jimma Zone, Ethiopia, TT surgeons used their preferred procedure (PLTR or BLTR) for upper eyelids with TT. …”
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Effect of dexmedetomidine on the median effective concentration of ropivacaine for postoperative analgesia in transversus abdominis plane block: an up-down sequential allocation st... by Qin Ye, Hongchun Xu, Xiao Liu, Xujiao Wang, Fangjun Wang

“…BackgroundThis study aimed to observe the effect of dexmedetomidine on the median effective concentration (EC50) of ropivacaine for postoperative analgesia in ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane block.MethodsPatients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy were randomly divided into the RD group and the R group. …”
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Lateral position posterior surgery followed by supine position anterior surgery in a single stage (LP-A) for the treatment of cervical spinal cord anterior severe dynamic compressi... by Qiang Zhang, Shunqiang Sun, Jinkai Liu, Zequn Zhang, Yuan Xue

“…Abstract Purpose To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the lateral position posterior surgery ahead of the anterior surgery (LP-A) in a single stage for releasing the cervical spinal cord from short-term severe anterior compression. Methods The severe stenosis with dynamic compression defined as Vaccaro`s system degree 3 or 4 with neurological symptoms aggravation when flexion or extension of the cervical spine. …”
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What is the impact of biological treatment on sleep quality in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps patients: a retrospective cross-sectional study by Danah Althomaly, Mai Almasoud, Arulanantham Zechariah Jebakumar, Khalid Aldilaijan

“…The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of dupilumab treatment on sleep quality in patients with CRSwNP. Methods A single-institutional, retrospective chart review was conducted on adult patients who received biological treatment (dupilumab) for CRSwNP. …”
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Comparative efficacy of Nice knot versus lag screw in augmenting locking plate fixation for comminuted clavicular fractures: a retrospective cohort study by Huaxian Huang, Chaoran Hu, Yongfei Cao, Qin Luo, Chaode Cen, Honghao Yuan, Yungui Li, Aixin Cao

“…Through comprehensive assessment of different therapeutic approaches, we endeavor to provide more scientific and effective therapeutic options for patients with comminuted clavicular fractures. Methods From January 2020 to December 2022, 123 patients with unilateral midshaft comminuted clavicular fractures were enrolled, including 58 cases in the Nice knot (NK) group and 65 cases in the lag screw (LS) group. …”
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PSAT1 is upregulated by METTL3 to attenuate high glucose-induced retinal pigment epithelial cell apoptosis and oxidative stress by Xiaofeng Du, Yanting Wang, Fan Gao

“…Nevertheless, the influences of m6A methylation on PSAT1 expression and DR progression at the molecular level have not been reported. Methods High-glucose (HG) was used to treat human retinal pigment epithelial cells (ARPE-19) to construct a cell injury model. …”
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