Implementation of a Patient Navigation Program to Support Representative Participation in Cancer Clinical Trials by Sukh Makhnoon, Fabian Robles, Jessica L. Lee, D'Angelo Grant, Marisol Rojas, Ang Gao, Carla Pezzia, Venkata Eluri, Navid Sadeghi, Song Zhang, Thomas Hulsey, Rebecca Renn, Erin L. Williams, Heather Kitzman, David E. Gerber

“…Evaluation was guided by the Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance framework and incorporated programmatic data, structured surveys of patients and staff, and qualitative patient interviews. …”
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Application of HRCT-based radiomics to predict interstitial lung disease for juvenile dermatomyositis by Lingke Liu, Minfei Hu, Yun Zhou, Fei Zheng, Xiaohui Ma, Li Yang, Yiping Xu, Liping Teng, Bin Hu, Meiping Lu, Xuefeng Xu

“…Methods We retrospectively analyzed clinical data of 56 children with JDM, and all participants gave written informed consent. …”
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The effects of formula milk on development, nutrient absorption, and immune characteristics of piglets by Chuang Tang, Zhengjiang Liu, Lu Lu, Bo Zeng, Zhi Li, Ruohan Yang, Duoduo Zhang, Xiaolan Fan, Jiaxue Cao, Haohuan Li, Jing Sun, Jinwei Zhang, Xiaoyuan Wei, Wei Sun, Liangpeng Ge, Mingzhou Li, Fanli Kong

“…Given the ethical constraints in conducting experimental studies on human breastfeeding, we employed pig, which have similar physiological structure with humans, to examine the impacts of different feeding practices. …”
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The impact of nuchal ligament ossification resection on cervical stability after modified laminoplasty: a long-term follow-up study by Chong Chen, Wenlin Ye, Tao Yu, Xing Cheng, Lutong Wang, Xingchen Zhao, Xiang Long, Jun Ouyang, Yunbing Chang, Xiaoqing Zheng

“…For DCM patients with long segmental ONL, more attention should be paid to protecting the MLC structure during posterior cervical surgery. Clinical trial number Not applicable.…”
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Australian treatment outcome study: protocol for the 18–20-year follow-up of a prospective longitudinal cohort examining the natural history of heroin dependence and associated mor... by Maree Teesson, Paul S Haber, Christina Marel, Katherine Mills, Rachel Visontay, Jack Wilson, Shane Darke, Joanne Ross, Tim Slade, Katherine Haasnoot, Madeleine Keaveny, Chris Tremonti

“…The 18–20-year follow-up will consist of: (1) a structured interview; (2) physical health assessment; and (3) data linkage. …”
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Prevalence of tick-borne pathogens in feeding and questing Ixodes ricinus ticks from Southern Sweden by Chiara Cialini, Alessandra Cafiso, Mattias Waldeck, Åsa Lundgren, Johan Fält, Bo Settergren, Phimphanit Choklikitumnuey, Giulia Chiappa, Eleonora Rosso, Laura Roveri, Elisa Fesce, Nicola Ferrari, Per-Eric Lindgren, Chiara Bazzocchi, Giulio Grandi

“…This study highlights the presence of several zoonotic TBPs in Skåne, emphasizing the need for a structured monitoring plan and preventive strategies within a One Health framework.…”
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Patient participation in free cataract surgery: a cross-sectional study of the low-income elderly in urban China by Bo Qu, Hui Chen, Xuhua Tan, Xiaohang Wu, Haotian Lin, Zhenzhen Liu, Lixia Luo, Bo Zhang, Erping Long, Duoru Lin, Weirong Chen, Yizhi Liu, Haofeng Jiang, Jingjing Chen, Zhuoling Lin, Xiaoyan Li, Jinzhu Tang, Yingfen Lin

“…In this study, participants who underwent free cataract surgery between January and August 2014 received a telephone interview based on a structured questionnaire. Data were collected on patient demographics, resources, health conditions, reasons for undergoing the free surgery and overall evaluation of the free cataract surgery programme.Results Among the 833 participants, the mean surgical age was 76.85±7.46 years (95% CI 76.34 to 77.36), and the male to female ratio was 385:448. …”
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The antioxidant property of CAPE depends on TRPV1 channel activation in microvascular endothelial cells by Miltha Hidalgo, Bárbara Railef, Vania Rodríguez, Carolina Navarro, Vanessa Rubio, Jorge Meneses-Pacheco, Sandra Soto-Alarcón, Christine Kreindl, Carolina Añazco, Leandro Zuñiga, Omar Porras

“…Herein, we hypothesized that a subfamily of TRP ion channels works as the molecular entity that recognizes CAPE at the plasma membrane and allows a fast shift in the antioxidant capacity of intact endothelial cells (EC).By monitoring cytoplasmic Ca2+ in a microvascular EC model, we compared the calcium responses evoked by three structurally related compounds: caffeic acid phenethyl ester, neochlorogenic acid and caffeic acid. …”
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MERS-CoV seroconversion amongst Malaysian Hajj pilgrims returning from the Middle East, 2016–2018: results from the MERCURIAL multiyear prospective cohort study by Jefree Johari, Robert D. Hontz, Brian L. Pike, Tupur Husain, Norhayati Rusli, Rozainanee Mohd-Zain, Vunjia Tiong, Hai-Yen Lee, Boon-Teong Teoh, Sing-Sin Sam, Chee-Sieng Khor, Shih-Keng Loong, Juraina Abd-Jamil, Siti-Sarah Nor'e, Hasmawati Yahaya, Naim Che-Kamaruddin, Jose A. Garcia-Rivera, Sazaly AbuBakar

“…ELISAs and micro-neutralization assays were performed to detect the presence of MERS-CoV IgG antibodies. Sociodemographic data, symptoms experienced during Hajj, and history of exposure to camels or camel products were recorded using structured pre- and post-Hajj questionnaires. …”
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Traditional uses and importance of Strychnos L. (Loganiaceae): A cross-cultural and spatial variation study in Benin by Donald Djidohokpin, Gbèwonmèdéa Hospice Dassou, Gnimansou Abraham Favi, Octave Mathieu Zountangni, Jéronime Marie-Ange Sènami Ouachinou, Judicael Makponsè, Ghyslain Kpetikou, Gbèkponhami Monique Tossou, Hounnankpon Yédomonhan, Aristide Cossi Adomou

“…Detailed information about uses and homemade herbal remedies regarding the medicinal category was collected. Data were analyzed through the citation frequencies and homemade remedy report (HR) using Excel. …”
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Audio and linguistic prediction of objective and subjective cognition in older adults: what is the role of different prompts? by Varsha D. Badal, Varsha D. Badal, Caitlyn Tran, Haze Brown, Danielle K. Glorioso, Danielle K. Glorioso, Rebecca Daly, Rebecca Daly, Anthony J. A. Molina, Anthony J. A. Molina, Alison A. Moore, Alison A. Moore, Erhan Bilal, Ellen E. Lee, Ellen E. Lee, Ellen E. Lee, Colin A. Depp, Colin A. Depp, Colin A. Depp

“…BackgroundPsycho-linguistic and audio data derived from speech may be useful in screening and monitoring cognitive aging. …”
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Assessment of usage, reuse and disposal of thermoplastic masks among radiotherapy technologists in India: A nationwide perspective by M. Nagesh, Rohit Vadgaonkar, K.K. Sreelakshmi, Raghavendra Hajare, Pritam Parab, Subhabrat Dash, Ramesh Reddy, Vaishali Shende, Ankita Nawar, Rahul Biswas, Sandeep Ratna Bula, Shubham Gagare, Darshani Belekar, Raviteja Miriyala, Umesh Mahantshetty

“…Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among RTTs working in different healthcare settings. A structured questionnaire designed by a team of RTTs and radiation oncologists was used to collect responses. …”
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Prevalence and risk factors of Helicobacter pylori infection in urban children aged 6–13 years in Fuzhou, China: a cross-sectional study in a high gastric cancer incidence region by Youtao Chen, Youtao Chen, Youtao Chen, Xiaoting Pan, Xiaoting Pan, Xiaoting Pan, Yanyan Wang, Yanyan Wang, Longzhen Lin, Xiaoyan Chen, Xiaoyan Chen, Yan Chen, Yan Chen, Hong Ye, Hong Ye, Hong Ye

“…BackgroundThe burden of Helicobacter pylori infection remains a global public health concern, particularly due to its lifelong risk of gastric cancer starting from childhood. Comprehensive data on the prevalence of H. pylori infection and associated risk factors among children are limited. …”
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Bringing a Systems Approach to Living Donor Kidney Transplantation by Anna Horton, Katya Loban, Peter Nugus, Marie-Chantal Fortin, Lakshman Gunaratnam, Greg Knoll, Istvan Mucsi, Prosanto Chaudhury, David Landsberg, Michel R. Pâquet, Marcelo Cantarovich, Shaifali Sandal

“…Findings may be used to guide structured organizational change toward increasing LDKT and mitigating the global burden of kidney failure.…”
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Advancing molecular diagnostics of myotonic dystrophy type 1 using short-read whole genome sequencing by Ingrid Lojova, Marcel Kucharik, Zuzana Pös, Andrej Balaz, Andrea Zatkova, Eva Tothova Tarova, Jaroslav Budis, Ludevit Kadasi, Tomas Szemes, Jan Radvanszky

“…WGS was found to be superior in elucidating the sequence structure of the motifs, even if they fall outside the sizing limit (from partial reads). …”
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International society of liquid biopsy (ISLB) perspective on minimal requirements for ctDNA testing in solid tumors by Nicola Fusco, Konstantinos Venetis, Francesco Pepe, Omshree Shetty, Silvia Calabuig Farinas, Simon Heeke, Julia V. Burnier, Simon J. Patton, Ellen Heitzer, Giovanni Nigita, Paul Hofman, Maria Jose Serrano, Massimo Cristofanilli, Eloisa Jantus-Lewintre, David R. Gandara, Christian Rolfo, Umberto Malapelle

“…Through initiatives led by the Quality Control and Accreditation Committee, educational programs, and multidisciplinary stakeholder workshops, ISLB provides a structured framework to promote standardization and foster innovation. …”
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Pre-Implementation Assessment of a Sexual Health eClinic in Canadian Oncology Care by Taylor Incze, Dalia Peres, Steven Guirguis, Sarah E. Neil-Sztramko, Jackie Bender, Dean Elterman, Shabbir M. H. Alibhai, Antonio Finelli, Phil Vu Bach, Emily Belita, Gerald Brock, Julia Brown, Jeffrey Campbell, Trustin Domes, Andrew Feifer, Ryan Flannigan, Celestia Higano, Jesse Ory, Premal Patel, Monita Sundar, Luke Witherspoon, Andrew Matthew

“…Data were analyzed using a hybrid deductive–inductive thematic approach guided by the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) 2.0. …”
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Piloting the options assessment toolkit with national malaria programme leaders from the Asia–Pacific countries: a meeting report by Manash Shrestha, Sanjaya Acharya, Josselyn Neukom, Karma Lhazeen, Ngo Duc Thang, Muhammad Naeem Habib, Lyndes Wini, Tobgyel Tobgyel, Kesang Wangchuk, Huy Rekol, Lek Dysoley, Siv Sovannaroth, Minerva Simatuopang, Helen Dewi Prameswari, Asik Surya, Zau Ring, Mohammad Qasim Khan, Boualam Khamlome, Mohd Hafizi Abdul Hamid, Ram Kumar Mahato, Top Thapa, Sheen Angelou Juangco, Hee Il Lee, Hyun Il Shin, Kumudu Gunasekera, Champa Aluthwera, Prayuth Sudathip, Rungrawee Timpontree, Hoang Dinh Canh, Sonia Cheung, Muhammad Zeeshan Haroon, Shreehari Acharya, Robert J. Commons, Bipin Adhikari, Varunika Ruwanpura, Phone Si Hein, Abhijit Sharma, Poe Poe Aung, Neena Valecha, Kamala Thriemer, Caroline A. Lynch

“…Thematic analysis of qualitative data revealed that NMPs found the OAT useful and timely for structuring malaria policy discussions. …”
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Tungsten solubility and speciation in hydrothermal solutions revealed by in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy by M. Borchert, M. Borchert, M. A. Kokh, M. A. Kokh, M. Louvel, M. Louvel, E. F. Bazarkina, E. F. Bazarkina, A. Loges, E. Welter, D. Testemale, R. Al Abed, S. Klemme, M. Wilke

“…X-ray spectroscopic data measured in situ – with X-ray absorption near-edge structure (XANES) and extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) – were applied to characterize the symmetry and the type of atoms of the first coordination shell of W aqueous complexes present in the fluid at given temperatures and pressures. …”
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Standardization of epistemic trust/mistrust/credulity questionnaire: Examining validity and reliability among adolescents Standardization of ETMCQ among adolescents by Raziyeh Hashemi, Mehdi Reza Sarafraz, Habib Hadian Fard, Mohammad Reza Taghavi

“…Examining the three-factor structure of the Epistemic Trust Questionnaire, confirmatory factor analysis was performed, with results shown in the table below.The value of X2/df and RMSEA indices are 86.2 and 0.078 respectively. …”
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