Using spaceborne SAR and ground-based measurements to identify spatial patterns in soil moisture and seasonal thaw timing in permafrost environments of Alaska by W. Brad Baxter, Zachary Hoppinen, Kristofer Lasko, Tate Meehan, David Brodylo, Taylor D. Sullivan, Amanda J. Barker, Thomas A. Douglas

“…We integrate ground-based and spaceborne microwave methods to investigate patterns and controls on surface soil moisture (SSM) in boreal and arctic permafrost environments of Alaska. …”
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Pediatric medication management barriers faced by providers serving underserved populations and proposed solutions by Tiranun Rungvivatjarus, Tiranun Rungvivatjarus, Maria Z. Huang, Maria Z. Huang, Britanny Winckler, Britanny Winckler, Erin S. Fisher, Erin S. Fisher, Kyung E. Rhee, Kyung E. Rhee

“…This study explores provider-reported barriers and proposed solutions to improving medication management.MethodsFocus group discussions were selected to obtain data as they can provide rich insight into participants’ perspectives. …”
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Vibrotactile Stimulation in Lower Extremity Amputation Patients Using a Noninvasive Vibration Device: A Pilot Study by Floris V. Raasveld, MD, Jenna Daddario, PA, Wen-Chih Liu, MD, Dun-Wei Huang, MD, Rachel E. Cross, BA, Karan Amin, BA, Arthur Graham, CP, David Crandell, MD, David Hao, MD, Ian L. Valerio, MD, MS, MBA, FACS, Kyle R. Eberlin, MD

“…Pain, function, mental health, and satisfaction metrics were assessed using the visual analog scale, patient-reported outcomes measurement information system surveys, and various gait tests at baseline and follow-up. …”
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Research progress in intracranial artery dissections over past 25 years: a review and bibliometric analysis by Zixuan Zhou, Zixuan Zhou, Zixuan Zhou, Bingyang Qin, Yang Chen, Yang Chen, Yang Chen, Ren Li, Ren Li, Ren Li, Biao Yang, Biao Yang, Biao Yang, Ziao Li, Ziao Li, Ziao Li, Yongqiang Wu, Yongqiang Wu, Yongqiang Wu, Xiaogang Wang, Xiaogang Wang, Xiaogang Wang, Xiaolong Guo, Xiaolong Guo, Xiaolong Guo, Wenju Zhang, Wenju Zhang, Wenju Zhang, Yuanli Zhao, Geng Guo, Geng Guo, Geng Guo, Geng Guo, Geng Guo

“…BackgroundA bibliometric and visual analysis of articles related to intracranial artery dissection (IAD) was performed to reveal the academic developments in this research field, to better assist researchers in reviewing previous research results, exploring current scientific research hotspots and cutting-edge trends, and obtaining a global perspective on IAD research.MethodsArticles on IAD published from January 1, 2000 to March 15, 2025 were searched, screened, and downloaded using the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC). …”
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Herbal extract (Cervus elaphus Linnaeus, Angelica gigas Nakai, and Astragalus membranaceus Bunge) ameliorates chronic fatigue: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial by SoYoung Ahn, Parivash Jamrasi, Byunggul Lim, Ji-won Seo, Xinxing Li, Shu Jiang, Yunho Sung, Seo Hyun Ahn, Chaeyoung Shin, Dongjin Noh, Bora Jin, Seonjoo Lee, Ki Won Lee, Jin Soo Kim, Young Tae Koo, Wook Song

“…Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the effects of the CAA herbal complex on muscle fatigue and endurance capacity in a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial. Methods: In an 8-week trial, 80 patients with chronic fatigue symptoms were randomly assigned to the CAA (43.5 ± 1.2 years) or placebo group (41.8 ± 1.3 years). …”
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Multimodal analgesia with parasternal plane block protocol within an enhanced recovery after cardiac surgery program decreases opioid useCentral MessagePerspective by Marc Darras, MD, Clément Schneider, MD, Sandrine Marguerite, MD, Saadé Saadé, MD, Anne-Lise Maechel, MD, Walid Oulehri, MD, Olivier Collange, MD, PhD, Jean-Philippe Mazzucotelli, MD, PhD, Paul-Michel Mertes, MD, PhD, Michel Kindo, MD, PhD

“…The secondary outcomes were postoperative visual analog scale (VAS) scores, mechanical ventilation duration, ileus, delirium, bronchopneumonia, and length of ICU stay. …”
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Outcomes of Multidisciplinary Low-Vision Rehabilitation Using Two Questionnaires and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health by Suksri Chotikavanich, Akarawit Eiamsamarng, Thanaporn Layangool, Wichuda Krutthong, Siriwan Loket, Rungtip Yingyong, Somthin Dongngam, Waree Nujoi, Jaruwan Jai-ai, Nattapon Sarinak, Ekpipat Eksupapan, Saranya Sagan, Peeraya Chaowalitwong

“… Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of a low-vision service by using three tools and to identify the specific outcomes obtained from each instrument. Materials and Methods: Patients consecutively visiting the low-vision clinic at Siriraj Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand, were enrolled. …”
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Gasless vNOTES vs. traditional vNOTES for benign gynecological disease: a randomized controlled clinical trial by Yanjun Wang, Kai Liu, Zhaolin Gong, Qinghua Huang, Qianqian Zhang, Dan Feng, Jiaojiao Chen, Ang Mao, Xia Yu, Lin Zhang, Yu Cui, Li He, Yonghong Lin

“…Here, we aimed to compare the hemodynamic profiles and outcomes of G-vNOTES with traditional vNOTES (T-vNOTES) in the treatment of patients with benign gynecologic disease. Methods A total of 120 patients with benign gynecologic disease were randomly assigned to G-vNOTES (n = 60) or traditional vNOTES (n = 60). …”
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The efficacy of low-level laser therapy in oral surgery: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials by Alain Chaple Gil, Leonardo Díaz, Alfredo Von Marttens, Claudio Sotomayor, Javier Basualdo, Víctor Beltrán, Gilbert Jorquera, Rodrigo Caviedes, Eduardo Fernández

“…It also aimed to identify optimal laser parameters for future clinical application. Methods: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was performed following PRISMA 2020 guidelines and the PROPS framework. …”
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Pharmacopuncture therapy for adhesive capsulitis: A pragmatic randomized controlled pilot study by Doori Kim, Kyoung Sun Park, Sun-A Kim, Ji Yeon Seo, Hyun-Woo Cho, Yoon Jae Lee, Changsop Yang, In-Hyuk Ha, Chang-Hyun Han

“…We compared the effectiveness and safety of pharmacopuncture and physiotherapy for AC. Methods: This pragmatic, randomized, controlled, parallel-group pilot study enrolled patients with limitations of shoulder movement and a numeric rating scale (NRS) score for shoulder pain ≥5 randomized (1:1) to the pharmacopuncture therapy (PPT) and physiotherapy (PT) groups. …”
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Pretreatment with transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation to prevent postoperative ileus in patients undergoing laparoscopic colon surgery: study protocol for a randomised c... by Wei Song, Rui Feng, Lihua Fan, Jun Guo, Dongli Li, Wenting Chen, Yue Yong, Guijie Yu, Lan Yuan, Guoqiang Fu, Jiangang Song

“…This trial will evaluate the effects of pretreatment with TEAS on POI.Methods and analysis This will be a prospective, randomised controlled trial. …”
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Development and external validation of a nomogram prediction model based on quantitative coronary angiography for predicting ischemic lesions: a multi-centre study by Shuai Yang, Shuai Yang, Shuang Leng, Shuang Leng, Zhouchi Wang, Jiang Ming Fam, Jiang Ming Fam, Adrian Fatt Hoe Low, Adrian Fatt Hoe Low, Ru-San Tan, Ru-San Tan, Ping Chai, Ping Chai, Lynette Teo, Lynette Teo, Chee Yang Chin, Chee Yang Chin, John C. Allen, Mark Yan-Yee Chan, Mark Yan-Yee Chan, Khung Keong Yeo, Khung Keong Yeo, Aaron Sung Lung Wong, Aaron Sung Lung Wong, Soo Teik Lim, Soo Teik Lim, Qinghua Wu, Liang Zhong, Liang Zhong, Liang Zhong

“…This study aimed to construct and validate a QCA-based prediction model, represented as a nomogram, for predicting ischemic lesions defined by invasive fractional flow reserve (FFR) ≤ 0.80.MethodsIn this multi-centre study, we enrolled 220 patients with 303 interrogated vessels who underwent FFR measurements during clinically indicated invasive coronary angiography. …”
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Risk Factors for Intrauterine Device Malposition by Ann C. Frisse, Jay B. Louik, Isha A. Kachwala, Haotian Wu, Nicole Felix, Thammatat Vorawandthanachai, Karina Avila, Nerys C. Benfield

“…Objective: To identify risk factors for Intrauterine Device (IUD) malposition on ultrasound and develop a model to predict who may be at risk for IUD malposition. Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study of IUD users with ultrasounds performed between July 2014 and July 2017 within a large urban medical system. …”
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Exploring patient preferences for intraocular lenses selection in age-related cataract: a discrete choice experiment study by Qiaolin Zhu, Qiaolin Zhu, Qiaolin Zhu, Qianqian Sun, Qianqian Sun, Qianqian Sun, Yujia Huo, Yujia Huo, Yujia Huo, Xiaoling Yang, Xiaoling Yang, Xiaoling Yang, Hehe Huang, Hehe Huang, Hehe Huang, Shanshan Qian, Shanshan Qian, Shanshan Qian, Wenjing Lin, Wentao Yan, Wentao Yan, Wentao Yan

“…IntroductionThis study investigates the preferences of cataract patients in East China regarding intraocular lenses (IOLs).MethodsA Discrete Choice Experiment (DCE) was conducted using a questionnaire that included various IOLs attributes. …”
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Novel parent survey measures sensory behaviors incorporating sensory modality and stimulus intensity by Connor Yee, Ellie Rather, Sakib Hoque, Joon Lee, Stephanie Marton, Jill Roth, Frederick L. Oswald, Kenneth J. Nobleza, Ankona Banerjee, Holly Harris, Ariel M. Lyons-Warren

“…Responses to high-intensity stimuli were not correlated with responses to low-intensity stimuli for auditory, visual, taste, or tactile hyposensitivity (ρ < .4). …”
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Microwave ablation for subpleural stage I non-small cell lung cancer: a prospective, single-center study comparing three anesthesia models by Yu-Feng Wang, ZhiXin Bie, YuanMing Li, Sheng Xu, RunQi Guo, Xiao-Guang Li

“…Objectives To compare the analgesic efficacy and safety of three anesthetic techniques during microwave ablation (MWA) for subpleural stage I non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).Materials and Methods This prospective, single-center clinical trial enrolled patients with subpleural stage I NSCLC between January 2024 and December 2024. …”
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Adolescents and adults with FOXP1 syndrome show high rates of anxiety and externalizing behaviors but not psychiatric decompensation or skill loss by Tess Levy, Tess Levy, Hailey Silver, Hailey Silver, Renee Soufer, Renee Soufer, Audrey Rouhandeh, Audrey Rouhandeh, Audrey Rouhandeh, Alexander Kolevzon, Alexander Kolevzon, Alexander Kolevzon, Alexander Kolevzon, Joseph D. Buxbaum, Joseph D. Buxbaum, Joseph D. Buxbaum, Joseph D. Buxbaum, Joseph D. Buxbaum, Joseph D. Buxbaum, Paige M. Siper, Paige M. Siper, Paige M. Siper

“…To date, much of the literature focuses on childhood symptoms and little is known about the FOXP1 syndrome phenotype in adolescence or adulthood.MethodsA series of caregiver interviews and standardized questionnaires assessed psychiatric and behavioral features of 20 adolescents and adults with FOXP1 syndrome. …”
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Prevalence of the anti-CASPR2 autoantibody in patients with somatic symptom disorder accompanied by medically unexplained pain by Shingo Katayama, Gayatri Nayanar, Takayuki Suga, Motoko Watanabe, Chihiro Takao, Yojiro Umezaki, Hidehiko Takahashi, Akira Toyofuku, Hiroki Shiwaku

“…Among the 264 patients enrolled, 231 with oral dysesthesia (including oral cenesthopathy) were assessed for clinical symptom severity using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS), and Somatic Symptom Scale-8 (SSS-8). …”
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Portal Vein Obstruction in Pediatric Liver Transplant Patients: An Evaluation of Self‐Reported Management Practices by Lydia Sieben, Bader A. Alfares, Ruben H. deKleine, Barbara E. Wildhaber, Thomas Casswall, Greg Nowak, Martin Delle, Denise Aldrian, Valeria Berchtold, Georg F. Vogel, Piotr Kaliciński, Malgorzata Markiewicz‐Kijewska, Adam Kolesnik, Jesús Quintero, María Mercadal Hally, Mauricio Larrarte King, Paolo Marra, Michela Bravi, Domenico Pinelli, Mureo Kasahara, Seisuke Sakamoto, Hajime Uchida, Vidyadhar Mali, Marion Aw, Stéphanie Franchi‐Abella, Emmanuel Gonzales, Florent Guérin, Guillermo Cervio, Julia Minetto, Sergio Sierre, Martín deSantibañes, Victoria Ardiles, Jimmy Walker Uño, Helen Evans, David Duncan, John McCall, Steffen Hartleif, Ekkehard Sturm, Jai V. Patel, Marumbo Mtegha, Raj Prasad, Cristina T. Ferreira, Luiza S. Nader, Marco Farina, Catalina Jaramillo, Manuel I. Rodriguez‐Davalos, Peter Feola, Amit A. Shah, Phoebe M. Wood, Michael R. Acord, Ryan T. Fischer, Bhargava Mullapudi, Richard J. Hendrickson, Rajeev Khanna, Viniyendra Pamecha, Amar Mukund, Khalid Sharif, Girish Gupte, Simon McGuirk, Gilda Porta, Winita Hardikar, Marco Spada, Tommaso Alterio, Giuseppe Maggiore, Marisa Beretta, Rudi A. J. Dierckx, Reinoud P. H. Bokkers, Hubert P. J. van derDoef, PORTAL Registry Investigators

“…This study investigated the various practice patterns related to PVO management to clarify the degree of consensus on the diverse facets of care involved in addressing PVO after pLT. Methods A self‐reported evaluation was conducted using a scanned, paper‐based survey among specialized pLT centers participating in the Portal vein Obstruction Revascularization Therapy After Liver transplantation (PORTAL) registry. …”
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Interrelationships of stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, quality of life and suicidality among Chinese residents under Standardized Residency Training: a network analysis by Zejun Li, Min Wu, Xiaoyu Zhang, Kewen Yan, Xin Wang, Huixue Xu, Peizhen Li, Yueheng Liu, Qijian Deng, Xueyi Li, Qianjin Wang, Manyun Li, Yunfei Wang, Yuzhu Hao, Li He, Yi-Yuan Tang, Tieqiao Liu, Pu Peng, Qiuxia Wu

“…This study aims to investigate the symptom network of stress, burnout, anxiety, depression (SBAD) and adverse personal outcomes in this cohort.Methods From October 2020 to April 2022, 994 physicians were recruited across China through snowball sampling. …”
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