Retrospective analysis of the clinical effect of spinal cord stimulation in the treatment of painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy by Dongqiang Cui, Ming Yang, Yang Qiao, Zhenxing Gong, Zeqing Hu, Zhuang Ma, Yang Wu, Guitong Huo

“…IntroductionThe aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) in patients with painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN).Materials and methodsNinety-two patients underwent permanent SCS implantation and completed a 6-month post-operative follow-up. …”
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Comparative efficacy of different doses of platelet-rich plasma injection in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Majid Khalilizad, Seyedeh Tahereh Emadian, Mobin Marzban Abbas Abadi

“…The outcomes were reduction in the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) pain score or improvement of the total Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) score. …”
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Fibromyalgia in rheumatoid arthritis: features of pain syndrome, impact on disease activity and quality of life of patients by N. A. Melikova, E. G. Filatova, A. M. Lila

“…Pain intensity at rest was assessed using a visual analog scale (VAS, 10 cm), QoL was assessed using the FIQR and EQ-5D questionnaires.Results and discussion. 55 patients with RA were examined. …”
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Current geological processes affecting the environment of the Caspian region by E. M. Aliyev, S. A. Guryanov, A. S. Belyaeva

“…To investigate and assess the current geological processes affecting the environment of the Caspian region.   Materials and methods. The computer processing and visual interpretation of radar information, as well as the data of marine geological-geophysical and seismic studies, revealed correlation of oil slicks and gas emissions with the sources of fluid generation and discharge within the sedimentary cover of the Caspian region. …”
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The Efficacy of Manual Therapy and Pressure Biofeedback-Guided Deep Cervical Flexor Muscle Strength Training on Pain and Functional Limitations in Individuals with Cervicogenic Hea... by Shahnaz Hasan, Nasrin Bharti, Ahmad H. Alghadir, Amir Iqbal, Naiyer Shahzad, Abeer R. Ibrahim

“…The main outcome measures were scores on the visual analog scale (VAS) and the headache disability index (HDI). …”
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The Efficacy and Safety of Trabeculectomy after Failed Primary Glaucoma Drainage Devices by Daniel Wang, Zhuangjun Si, Sanjay G. Asrani, Joanne C. Wen, Divakar Gupta

“…No eyes progressed to having no light perception visual acuity or had an ocular infection. Conclusions This study suggests that trabeculectomy after a GDD is an effective and safe option for IOP control and glaucoma medication reduction. …”
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Assessment of the Capsular Tension Ring Implantation Effect on the IOL Position in the Long Term Period after Uncomplicated Phacoemulsification by A. N. Kulikov, E. V. Danilenko, A. A. Dzilikhov

“…Purpose: To assess the capsular tension ring implantation effect on the IOL position according to different devices in the long term period after uncomplicated phacoemulsification.Patients and methods. The study enrolled 234 patients (273 eyes) with cataract without zonular weakness. …”
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Original research: factors related to persistent amblyopia after surgical correction in unilateral congenital blepharoptosis by Yi-Hua Chen, Pei-Wei Huang, Yueh-Ju Tsai

“…Data collected included demographic information, age at surgery, surgical method, presence of strabismus, refraction errors, baseline amblyopia, and visual outcomes. …”
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Strategies for enhancing home-based cardiac rehabilitation self-management for patients with coronary heart disease: a qualitative study by Zhen Yang, Xutong Zheng, Yu Gao, Chunqi Zhang, Aiping Wang

“…This study aimed to explore the experiences and strategies of clinical nurses in enhancing home-based cardiac rehabilitation self-management for patients with coronary heart disease. Methods A descriptive qualitative study was conducted across two large cardiac rehabilitation centers. …”
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Gamified Adaptive Approach Bias Modification in Individuals With Methamphetamine Use History From Communities in Sichuan: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial by Danlin Shen, Jianping Jiao, Liqun Zhang, Yanru Liu, Xiang Liu, Yuanhui Li, Tianjiao Zhang, Dai Li, Wei Hao

“…Cue-induced craving scores and relapses were assessed using a visual analogue scale at baseline, postintervention, and at week-16 follow-up. …”
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Trends and Future Projections of Vitreoretinal Surgery in a Tertiary Hospital in China (2005–2022) by Tsai CL, Liu B, Liu Y, Xu Z, Lin Z, Chen Z, Ma Y, Liu Y, Chen Z, Jiang L, Qin Z, Lai K, Li T

“…Chin-Ling Tsai,1,2,* Baoyi Liu,1,2,* Yaping Liu,1,2 Zhuojun Xu,1,2 Zhuangling Lin,1,2 Ziye Chen,1,2 Yuan Ma,1,2 Yuan Liu,1,2 Zitong Chen,1,2 Lan Jiang,1,2 Zijian Qin,1,2 Kunbei Lai,1,2 Tao Li1,2 1State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology Visual Science, Guangzhou, 510060, People’s Republic of China; 2Guangdong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Ocular Diseases, Guangzhou, 510060, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Tao Li, State Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510060, People’s Republic of China, Email litao2@mail.sysu.edu.cnPurpose: To analyze past trends and project future trajectories of vitreoretinal surgery in China.Methods: A single-institution, retrospective analysis of vitreoretinal surgeries conducted at Zhongshan ophthalmic center (ZOC), Sun Yat-sen University, from 2005 to 2022, utilizing ZOC’s inpatient database. …”
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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

“…We collected data on European Quality of Life–5 Dimensions (EQ-5D), visual analogue scale (VAS), Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) score, pain intensity, duration of back pain, previous discectomy, and expectations regarding return to work after surgery at 2-year follow-up. …”
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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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