Optimal lymph node yield for long-term survival in elderly patients with right-sided colon cancer: a large population-based cohort study by Tianyi Liu, Shuai Jiao, Shan Gao, Yan Shi

“…The odds ratios (ORs) for stage migration and the hazard ratios (HRs) for OS with increased LNY were estimated using Locally Weighted Scatterplot Smoothing (LOWESS), with structural breakpoints identified using the Chow test. …”
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Lessons learned: Chronic idiopathic constipation patient experiences with over-the-counter medications. by Brian E Lacy, Elizabeth P Shea, Machelle Manuel, Jessica L Abel, Hancheng Jiang, Douglas C A Taylor

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) is a prevalent functional gastrointestinal disorder diagnosed based on patient-reported symptoms and the absence of structural gastrointestinal abnormalities. Individuals with CIC typically institute dietary changes and use stool softeners or over-the-counter (OTC) laxatives, possibly at the direction of a healthcare provider, before prescription medications for CIC are initiated. …”
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Internal branding and technostress among employees - the mediation role of employee wellbeing and moderating effects of digital internal communication by Asha Binu Raj, Ashok Kumar Goute

“…Results of structural and measurement model using PLS SEM indicate that internal branding improves wellbeing and reduces technostress under the influence of digital internal communication. …”
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COMPLEX ASSESSMENT OF ARTERIES STIFFNESS PARAMETERS AND TRADITIONAL RISK FACTORS AS THE PREDICTORS OF EARLY VASCULAR AGEING SYNDROME by V. E. Oleynikov, A. A. Khromova, N. V. Burko, L. I. Salyamova, N. A. Borisova, I. B. Matrosova

“…Aim. Evaluation of structural and functional properties of arteries in healthy persons and in coronary heart disease (CHD) patients with various severity of coronary lesion, in different age groups. …”
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Deep learning-based spatio-temporal fusion for high-fidelity ultra-high-speed X-ray radiography by Songyuan Tang, Tekin Bicer, Tao Sun, Kamel Fezzaa, Samuel J. Clark

“…We applied a transfer learning strategy to train the model and compared the peak signal-to-noise ratio (PSNR), average absolute difference (AAD) and structural similarity (SSIM) of the proposed framework on two independent X-ray data sets with those obtained from a baseline deep learning model, a Bayesian fusion framework and the bicubic interpolation method. …”
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The Effect of Digital Social Responsibility on Consumer Behaviour in the Mobile Telecom Industry

“…The theoretical framework was tested using AMOS v.23 and structural equation modelling (SEM). Weak relationships were observed between perceived digital social responsibility and both PI and CL. …”
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Evolutionary dynamics and antigenic diversity of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) in China: phylogenetic and recombination analyses based on large-scale S gene sequences by Yongjie Fu, Yingchun Wang, Liuliu Dai, Bimei Cheng, Shuqi Xiao, Yupeng Yin

“…Recombination analysis indicated that the D0 structural domain, identified as a recombination hotspot, likely drives PEDV cross-species transmission and immune evasion. …”
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Effect of Topical Administration of Fractions and Isolated Molecules from Plant Extracts on Skin Wound Healing: A Systematic Review of Murine Experimental Models by Mariáurea Matias Sarandy, Fernanda Barbosa Lopes, Sérgio Luis Pinto da Matta, Marcus Vinicius Mello Pinto, Sirlene Souza Rodrigues Sartori, Rômulo Dias Novaes, Reggiani Vilela Golçalves

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An overview of the integration and development trends between arts and psychotherapy by Yuxing Xie, Xianhua Sun

“…It was also found that this field is highly related to multiple disciplines such as psychology and medicine, but there are limitations such as imbalanced development of cross-cultural theories.DiscussionAlthough significant progress has been made in the theory and practice of art therapy, there are still structural problems such as uneven development of cross-cultural theories, insufficient connection between technical applications and practice guidelines, and inadequate research coverage on special groups. …”
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Autonomous Tracking of Steel Lazy Wave Risers Using a Hybrid Vision–Acoustic AUV Framework by Ali Ghasemi, Hodjat Shiri

“…By fusing visual and acoustic data, the system continuously estimates the AUV’s relative position concerning the riser. …”
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The effect of athletes' training satisfaction on competitive state anxiety—a chain-mediated effect based on psychological resilience and coping strategies by Xiaomei Yu, Xiaomei Yu, Yang Yang, Bo He

“…The findings provide a theoretical foundation and practical recommendations for enhancing athletes' training and mental health services.MethodsA questionnaire was utilized to assess training satisfaction, psychological resilience, coping strategies, and Competitive State Anxiety among a sample of 447 athletes. The data was examined through descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and structural equation modeling, employing SPSS and the Process 3.5 plug-in.ResultsTraining satisfaction had a significant positive effect on psychological resilience (β = 0.726, p&lt;0.001), while training satisfaction (β = 0.178, p&lt;0.001) and psychological resilience (β = 1.138, p&lt;0.001) were found to have a significant positive effect on strategy. …”
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Psychomedical named entity recognition method based on multi-level feature extraction and multi-granularity embedding fusion by Zixuan Liu, Guofang Zhang, Yanguang Shen

“…The current character-based psychomedicine NER model has single embedded information. It lacks structural and phonetic characterization information. …”
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COMPARATIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF BIOMATERIALS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF JAW BONE DEFECTS AND THEIR ROLE IN THE PREVENTION OF INFLAMMATORY COMPLICATIONS by V.M. Havryliev, A.V. Kopchak, N.B. Kuzniak, D.V. Steblovski, O.A. Toropov, P.I. Yatsenko

“…Based on the obtained data, we developed an algorithm for the selection and application of biomaterials in oral surgery: precise selection of the type of bone substitute based on the anatomical and functional characteristics of the defect; individualized implant preparation, including surface modification; and the use of bioactive matrices containing growth factors and structural analogues of the extracellular matrix. …”
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Exploring the Integration of Atomic Habits in Pedagogical Frameworks: A Qualitative Analysis of Teachers’ Implementation and Students’ Outcomes by Fakhar Ul-Zaman, Muhammad Safdar Bhatti, Samina Semab, Muhammad Junaid Aslam, Muhammad Awais Anwer, Maria Noor

“…The results indicate that when teachers employed strategies like identity-based habits, habit stacking, and environmental structuring, they experienced an enhancement in the students’ motivation, academic engagement, and performance. …”
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Cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric evaluation of the Chinese version of Hospital Culture of Nursing Research Scale (CHCNRS): a translation and validation study by Chuang Li, You Bei Lin, Ran Qi, Ejercito Mangawa Balay-Odao, Lan Zhang

“…The validity of the instrument was assessed through item analysis, structural validity, and reliability testing. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS and AMOS software. …”
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Advanced methods for geological interpretation of depositional environments and lithofacies: insights into hydrocarbon potential in the northern Norwegian North Sea by Ali Al Janabi, Camelia C. Knapp, Ziyad Albesher

“…A key contribution of this study is the development of a 3D structural depth model that enhances the spatial understanding of lithofacies distribution and reservoir connectivity. …”
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Fit for the future: Examining the impact of task-technology fit on bank employee intentions to use FinTech by Abebe A. Seyum, Shuxiang Wang, Nana Zhang, Liya Wang

“…The analysis was conducted using structural equation modelling via Smart-PLS software. …”
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Indoor environment quality and occupant productivity pre-applying COVID-19 measures by Sayed Hassan Abdelmajeed, Mahmoud M. H. Alayis, Abdalla Zahri Amin

“…The total number of completed and collected questionnaires was 385. The data collected were analysed using structural equation modelling technique with the AMOS 23 V software. …”
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Exploring Health Care Professionals’ Perspectives on Education, Awareness, and Preferences for Digital Educational Resources to Support Transgender, Nonbinary, and Intersex Care: I... by Sravya Katta, Nadia Davoody

“…ResultsThe study identified several themes and subthemes related to gender diversity awareness, inclusive communication and understanding the needs of TNBI individuals, societal and structural challenges, regulatory gaps in training and support infrastructure, education and training needs for health care professionals on TNBI care, educational resources and training tools for TNBI care, challenges and design considerations for eHealth tools integrations, and evaluating eHealth impact. …”
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Echogenic intracardiac foci detection and location in the second-trimester ultrasound and association with fetal outcomes: A systematic literature review. by Hope Eleri Jones, Serica Battaglia, Lisa Hurt, Orhan Uzun, Sinead Brophy

“…<h4>Background</h4>Echogenic Intracardiac Foci (EIF) are non-structural markers identified during the routine 18-20-week foetal anomaly ultrasound scan yet their clinical significance on future outcomes for the infant is unclear.…”
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