Changes of corneal biomechanical and biometrical properties after combined phacoemulsification with viscocanalostomy surgery in patients with open-angle glaucoma by Ali Azimi, Elham Sadeghi, Hamidreza Hassanipour, Pardis Bostanian, Alireza Attar, Dorna Eghtedari, Zahra Sharafi, Hooman Razmi, Rajesh S Kumar, Ian Conner

“…Abstract Purpose To assess corneal biomechanical changes after phacoemulsification and ab-externo viscocanalostomy (phaco-visco) surgery in patients with open-angle glaucoma (OAG). Methods Patients with OAG and cataract, visual acuity < 20/40 Snellen, were included. …”
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Sex- and ALDH2-dependent differences in alcohol metabolism and psychomotor performance: a study in Han Chinese adults after binge drinking by Yi Ye, Yidie Lin, Takeshi Haseba, Fan Chen, Fanlai Cui, Xiaoqin Yi, Weihao Fan, Gangqin Li

“…However, the influence of sex and ALDH2 polymorphism on psychomotor dysfunction has not yet been investigated.Methods One-hundred and three participants, genotyped for ALDH2 rs671, were administered a dose of 1.0 g/kg of white spirits. …”
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The efficacy and safety of pilates exercise in patients with knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review with meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Kuayue Zhang, Yuan Li, Fanying Zhao, Xiaoming Xie, Shaoshuai Yan, Deming Kong, Wenshuo Zhang, Jun Zhou, Haoning Ma

“…Outcomes included Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), knee range of motion (ROM), and adverse events. …”
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An innovative minimally invasive technique for lumbar adjacent segment disease: a retrospective comparative analysis between extreme-oblique lumbar interbody fusion combined with p... by Xiuqi Shan, Jilong An, Liang Li, Yapeng Sun, Jiaqi Li, Fei Zhang, Lei Guo, Wei Zhang

“…Clinical outcomes (Visual Analogue Scale(VAS), Oswestry Disability Index(ODI), Short Form-36(SF-36)), radiological parameters, and perioperative data including operative time, blood loss, hospital stay, and time to mobilization were assessed. …”
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Adding thread-embedding acupuncture to auricular acupuncture enhances short-term weight reduction in overweight and obesity: A double-blinded, randomized, sham-controlled trial by Dieu-Thuong Thi Trinh, Quoc-Viet Kieu, An Hoa Tran, Minh-Man Pham Bui, Nguyen Lam Vuong

“…This study was conducted to address this question. Methods: A randomized placebo-controlled trial was conducted involving 66 overweight or obese participants, divided into two groups: 33 received AA plus TEA, and 33 received AA plus sham TEA over eight weeks. …”
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Global hotspots and trends in pre-metastatic niche research: a bibliometric analysis(2005-2024) by Mengqi Cheng, Mengqi Cheng, Qianhui Sun, Qianhui Sun, Hua Duan, Hua Duan, Cihui Chen, Cihui Chen

“…This study aims to identify global research trends and hotspots in PMN through a systematic bibliometric evaluation, providing a foundation for future advancements in this field.MethodsPublications related to PMN research from 2005 to 2024 were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database. …”
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOLS IN TEACHING SOCIAL AND HUMANITARIAN DISCIPLINES by Anna Kyrpa, Olena Stepanenko, Viktoriia Zinchenko, Tetiana Datsiuk, Iryna Karpan, Neonila Tilniak

“…This encourages the evaluation and development of new methods that provide a personalized approach to teaching and learning, including integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools that can revolutionize education. …”
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Prognostic prediction model for Chinese uveal melanoma patients based on matrix metalloproteinase-2 and -28 expression levels in the tumor by Yu-Ning Chen, Jing-Ying Xiu, Han-Qing Zhao, Jing-Ting Luo, Qiong Yang, Yang Li, Wen-Bin Wei

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Social behavioral analysis of the influence of residential area and grade on pupils’ myopia rate: a cross-sectional survey in Nanjing, China by Yi-jing Xie, Yi-jing Xie, Wen Bai, Wen Bai, Yun-fan Zhou, Yun-fan Zhou, Xin Shui, Xin Shui, An-yi Ren, An-yi Ren, Ying Tang, Ying Tang, Xuan Zhou, Xuan Zhou, Qin Jiang, Qin Jiang, Wei-hong Shang, Wei-hong Shang

“…Common risk factors across all groups included visual fatigue and infrequent vision checks. City center exhibited unique risk factors, such as late bedtimes and insufficient time spent outdoors. …”
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Real-world clinical insights and aqueous humor biomarker analysis of diabetic macular edema subtypes classified by OCT following intravitreal injections by Liangzhang Tan, Shoukuan Liu, Wenrui Linghu, Yifeng Ke, Yongtao Li, Emmanuel Eric Pazo, Xinjun Ren

“…Methods Ninety-four eyes from seventy-eight patients were enrolled between July 1, 2018, and June 30, 2023. …”
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Integrated bioinformatics analysis of the crucial candidate genes and pathways associated with glucocorticoid resistance in acute lymphoblastic leukemia by Yanxin Chen, Peifang Jiang, Jingjing Wen, Zhengjun Wu, Jiazheng Li, Yuwen Chen, Lingyan Wang, Donghui Gan, Yingyu Chen, Ting Yang, Minhui Lin, Jianda Hu

“…The GC resistance‐related biologically functional interactions were visualized as DEG‐associated Protein–Protein Interaction (PPI) network complexes, with 98 nodes and 127 edges. …”
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Optimization of Fermentation Conditions for Endophytic Fungi from <i>Schisandra chinensis</i> and Investigation of Their Antibacterial Mechanisms Against Methicillin-Resistant <i>S... by Mengyu Li, Yuewei Shi, Wenwei Ma, Shouyuan Cai, Xinyuan Yang, Lukai Xu, Xiyan Hou, Lulu Wang, Liming Jin, Chunshan Quan

“…Measurements of alkaline proteinase and membrane potential confirmed the disruption of the MRSA cell membrane, which was further visually validated by scanning electron microscopy. …”
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MultiAgency, prospective, exploratory, non-intervention, cohort Study on Human Impact Exposure oNboard high-speed boats (MASHIEN): protocol by Stephen D Myers, Ola Rolfson, Yohan Robinson, Spyros D Masouros, John J Fraser, Yann Daniel, Johan Ullman, Kai-Thorsten Bretschneider, Karen R Kelly, Victor Hurpin, Justus Kaehler, Jan Ivar Kåsin, Knut Hveding, Neil Mansfield, Daniel Perl, Nicole Wijnands, Isabelle Vallee, Veerle Stevens

“…High-speed boat operators log self-reported pain data via a smartphone app, using a Visual Analogue Scale and pain drawings. Triaxial accelerometers are installed on boat hulls and worn by participants to measure impact exposure. …”
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Immunohistochemical Expression of Haptoglobin in Skin Lesions of Hidradenitis Suppurativa by Nessr Abu Rached, Hanna Telkemeyer, Marina Skrygan, Martin Doerler, Yannik Haven, Lennart Ocker, Daniel Myszkowski, Thomas Meyer, Markus Stücker, Eggert Stockfleth, Falk G. Bechara

“…This study examines the relationship between haptoglobin expression in HS skin lesions and clinical parameters. Methods: An examination was performed on 44 skin samples from HS patients and 10 healthy skin samples. …”
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Cell graph analysis in hepatocellular carcinoma: predicting local recurrence and identifying spatial relationship biomarkers by Yizhe Yuan, Ziyin Zhao, Xin Fang, Qing Zhang, Wenqing Zhong, Midie Xu, Gongqi Li, Rushi Jiao, Heng Yu, Ruoxi Wang, Shuyu Liu, Weitao Zu, Bingsen Xue, Yuze Chen, Chengxiang Wang, Ya Zhang, Minghui Liang, Bing Han, Cheng Jin

“…Conventional pixel-based visual processing techniques are insufficient to accurately capture the complexities inherent with cell-entity deployment and formation strategy. …”
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Determinants of academic performance of healthcare professional students in a medical university, Ajman, United Arab Emirates by Shahnaz Mohamed Wazil, Sathyapriya Nandagopal, Afreen Abdul Rahim Sanaullah, Liju Susan Mathew, Nermine Nosseir, Jayadevan Sreedharan, Jayadevan Sreedharan, Anusha Sreejith, Anusha Sreejith, Latifa Nabeel Alsaad, Latifa Nabeel Alsaad, Jayakumary Muttappallymyalil, Jayakumary Muttappallymyalil

“…Most students reported a preference for visual learning styles, the use of active recall as a study technique, and studying primarily at home. …”
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The network and interactive pattern of social adjustment and psychological symptoms in patients with spinal cord injury: a network analysis by Hui Liu, Yi Ni, Haixia Xie, Yijun Xie, Chenhui Fan, Yao Li, Weinan Shen, Hua Zhai, Chenghua Jiang, Jing Wu, Hengjing Wu

“…Graphical lasso networks and directed acyclic graphs (DAGs) were used to visualize and analyze the associations between symptom levels corresponding to the four scales. …”
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Efficacy and safety of interferon-alpha 1b injection into the intervertebral foramen with ultrasonic guidance in patients with postherpetic neuralgia: study protocol for a randomiz... by Hui-Min Hu, Hui-Min Hu, Wen-Hui Liu, Wen-Hui Liu, Chen Li, Chen Li, Qing Shi, Qing Shi, Chun-Hua Liu, Chun-Hua Liu, An-Xiang Liu, An-Xiang Liu, Yi-Fan Li, Yi Zhang, Peng Mao, Bi-Fa Fan

“…The primary outcomes will include the visual analog scale score and duration of pain relief. …”
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Use and meaning teachers assign to the integration of the MICA 3.0 kit for teaching climate change by Sonia Pino, César Cofre, Humberto Vergara, Luis Vergara, Jaime Solís-Pinilla, Andoni Arenas-Martija, Andoni Arenas-Martija, Andoni Arenas-Martija, Paulina Ampuero, Paulina Ampuero, Cristian Merino, Cristian Merino

“…IntroductionTeaching climate change requires teachers to have the educational resources that will facilitate teaching this content and visualize how a global problem has various local implications. …”
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Detecting Stellar Flares in Photometric Data Using Hidden Markov Models by J. Arturo Esquivel, Yunyi Shen, Vianey Leos-Barajas, Gwendolyn Eadie, Joshua S. Speagle, Radu V Craiu, Amber Medina, James R. A. Davenport

“…We also show that the proposed HMM flags fainter and lower energy flares more easily than traditional sigma-clipping methods. Lastly, we visually demonstrate that simultaneously conducting detrending and flare detection can mitigate biased estimations arising in multistage modeling approaches. …”
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