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

“…Pain was assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS), symptoms of knee OA – using the WOMAC (Western Ontario and McMaster University) scale, and patient satisfaction with their condition – using the PASS (Patient Acceptable Symptom State) index. …”
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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

“…Clinical outcomes were evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain, the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle and hindfoot score, and the Maryland Foot Score. …”
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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

“…All cases underwent visual fields (central 10-2 SITA standard), pattern electroretinogram (ERG), spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (OCT), and widefield autofluorescence. …”
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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

“…Uptake patterns in salivary glands were evaluated visually and quantitatively as an indicator of vital acinar cell loss after prior 131 I-therapy. …”
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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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Quantitative Changes in Vascular and Neural Fibers Induced by Subretinal Fluid Excluding the Peripapillary Region in Patients with Chronic Central Serous Chorioretinopathy by Esra Kızıldağ Özbay, Şenol Sabancı, Mehmet Fatih Küçük, Muhammet Kazım Erol

“…These findings suggest that SRF contributes to broader retinal alterations and supports the need for early detection and management of CSCR to prevent long-term visual impairment.…”
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Comparison of Vicious Effect of Oral Pantoprazole and Famotidine on New Bone Formation in Patients With Lumbar Spine Fusion Surgery: A Randomized Control Trial by Kaveh Haddadi, Navid Tahmasbi, Abdolrasool Alaee, Abbas Alipour, Saeed Ehteshami

“…They were followed up for three, six, and twelve months after surgery for cage subsidence, screw loosening, and visual analogue scale (VAS), Oswestry disability index (ODI), Brantigan, Steffee, Fraser (BSF), and Lenke classification for grading their bone formation. …”
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Relationship between klotho, neurotrophic factors (BDNF, NGF, GDNF) and cognitive functions in patients with bipolar disorder by Zeynep Çelebi, Esra Yazıcı, Derya Güzel Erdoğan, Onur Davutoglu, Ahmet Bulent Yazıcı

“…The Stroop test and Wechsler Memory Scale–Visual Production Subtest were applied, and the serum levels of Klotho, BDNF, GDNF, and NGF were measured with an ELISA reader. …”
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Joint use of developed collagen-containing complexes and cell cultures in creating new tissue equivalents by K. V. Kulakova, D. Ya. Aleynik, I. N. Charykova

“…The culture condition was visually assessed using an inverted Leica microscope DM IL (Carl Zeiss, Austria), equipped with a computerizes program of control of culture growth (Leica IM 1000).Results. …”
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Impact of sensory organization tasks on prefrontal cortex activity in older women: a comparative fNIRS study of osteoarthritis and healthy aging by Alka Bishnoi, Yang Hu, Manuel E. Hernandez, Manuel E. Hernandez

“…Maintaining posture relies on visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive inputs, but these systems can be compromised due to aging or disease, heightening fall risk. …”
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Brain-Inspired Multisensory Learning: A Systematic Review of Neuroplasticity and Cognitive Outcomes in Adult Multicultural and Second Language Acquisition by Evgenia Gkintoni, Stephanos P. Vassilopoulos, Georgios Nikolaou

“…Objective: This systematic review synthesizes findings from 80 studies examining neuroplasticity and cognitive outcomes in adults undergoing multicultural and second-language acquisition, focusing on underlying neural mechanisms and educational effectiveness. Methods: The analysis included randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies employing diverse neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, MEG, DTI) to assess structural and functional brain network changes. …”
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Sulodexide efficacy in the treatment of patients with chronic lower limb vein diseases of C1-C3 clinical classes according to CEAP by S. E. Katorkin, M. A. Melnikov, P. F. Kravtsov

“…To evaluate  the clinical efficacy of sulodexide in the daily dosage of 500 LSU in patients with chronic lower limb vein diseases  of clinical classes C1-C3 according to CEAP.Patients and methods.  This study included 35 patients with chronic C1-C3 CEAP lower limb vein disease  who took 500 LSU of Sulodexide for 90 days. …”
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Ocular surface changes and corneal epithelial remodeling after cataract surgery in patients with type 2 diabetes: a case-control study by Emilia Koestel, Léa Dormegny, Arnaud Sauer, David Gaucher, Tristan Bourcier

“…Lens opacification is one of the leading causes of visual impairment in diabetic patients. Diabetes is also a major risk factor for dry eye syndrome. …”
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Intraocular Pressure Control in Vitreoretinal Surgical Systems by Charles M, Zhu Y, Garufis C, McDonell B, Wuyyuru VD

“…Martin Charles,1 Ying Zhu,2 Carrie Garufis,2 Brian McDonell,2 Varalakshmi D Wuyyuru2 1Charles Centro Oftalmológico, Buenos Aires, Argentina; 2Alcon Research LLC, Lake Forest, CA, USACorrespondence: Martin Charles, Charles Centro Oftalmológico, Riobamba 841, C1116, CABA, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Email doccharles@gmail.comPurpose: A comparison was made between the Constellation® Vision System with intraocular pressure (IOP) control and the Enhancing Visual Acuity (EVA) system with automatic infusion compensation (AIC) during a simulated vitrectomy in a closed eye model.Patients and Methods: An acrylic eye model was connected to a vitrectomy probe, an infusion cannula, and a pressure transducer. …”
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Prediction and Stage Classification of Pressure Ulcers in Intensive Care Patients by Machine Learning by Mürsel Kahveci, Levent Uğur

“…In future studies, the clinical validity of the model should be increased with multicenter datasets and visual-data-based hybrid models.…”
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