Local immunodefence and microbiocenosis at bowel diseases by V. T. Ivashkin, N. L. Denisov

“…To study at chronic diseases of small and large intestine the concentration of immunoglobulins in intestinal contents, to estimate histological structure and severity of lymphoplasmacytic infiltration of lamina propria of proximal small intestine mucosa, to investigate a state of microbiocenosis of intestine.Material and methods. …”
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Transtheoretical Model-based Interventions are Effective in Promoting Healthy Behaviors Related to Modifiable Risk Factors of Noncommunicable Diseases: A Systematic Review by Salwa B. El-Sobkey, Bassem M. Fouda, Radwa S. Ahmed, Dalia G. El-Sayed

“…The transtheoretical model (TTM) offers a structured approach to behavior change, identifying stages of readiness and change processes. …”
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Building a Sakinah Family of Qur'anic Memorizers: A Strategic Approach and Dynamics in the Framework of Contemporary Islamic Family Law by Digdo Aji Mukti, Zamakhsyari bin Hasballah Thaib, Fahrozi, Muh Zaitun Ardi, M. Fijar Ishlahul Ummah

“…Methods – This research utilized a phenomenological study to gain in-depth insight into the informants' experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with three couples who memorize the Qur'an and work as teachers at Roudlatul Qur'an Islamic Boarding School. …”
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Patterns of physical activity and sedentary behavior among Brazilian schoolchildren: analysis based on types of behavior by Lizziane Andrade Dias, Gilmar Mercês de Jesus, Graciete Oliveira Vieira

“…Participants self-reported PA, SB, and weekly attendance PEC in an online questionnaire. Data on age and school shift were gathered from the Municipal Education Department. …”
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Prevalence of malaria and associated factors among febrile children under 15 years at Bududa General Hospital, Eastern Uganda by Benson Okongo, Daisy Asiimwe, Clinton Olong, Enoch Muwanguzi, Robert Wagubi

“…Informed consent was obtained from parents/guardians before 250 febrile children below 15 years were enrolled in this study. A structured questionnaire was administered to parents/guardians to collect sociodemographic characteristics and identify factors associated with malaria. …”
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Implementing a chatbot to promote hereditary breast & ovarian cancer genetic screening in women’s health: identifying barriers and facilitators to screening adoption by Easton N. Wollney, Shireen Madani Sims, Luisel J. Ricks-Santi, Elizabeth Eddy, Daniel Wiesman, Carla L. Fisher

“…We conducted in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 17 women (nine adopted the screen, eight did not). …”
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Retention of knowledge and skills among midwives one year after completing helping babies breathe pre-service training in Ethiopia: a non-randomized quasi-experimental study by Endalew Gemechu Sendo, Fekadu Aga, Lemi Abebe Gebrewold

“…Knowledge was assessed using a multiple-choice questionnaire, while skills were evaluated using Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs). Data were collected immediately post-training, six months later, and one year later. …”
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Public Awareness About Frailty Prevention and Possible Association Between Frailty and Disability: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia by Ashour AM, Harbi MH, Alorfi NM, Alshehri FS, Wali SM, Aldurdunji MM

“…Despite the importance of early detection and prevention, public awareness about frailty remains insufficient, especially in Saudi Arabia.Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess public awareness of frailty and its association with disability, focusing on the socio-demographic factors that influence awareness.Methods: A cross-sectional study design was employed with 1000 participants from urban and rural regions of Saudi Arabia. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire to evaluate their knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions regarding frailty awareness, particularly around its prevention strategies.Results: A total of 1000 respondents participated in the survey. …”
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Effectiveness of Peer Support on Foot Self-Care Practices among Diabetic Patients in Western Kenya by Lucy Kavinguha, Tecla Sum, John Okoth, Morris Senghor

“…Participants were conveniently sampled into the intervention and control groups. Data was collected using researcher-administered structured questionnaires while foot self-care practices were assessed using the Nottingham Assessment of Functional Footcare Questionnaire (NAFF). …”
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LCCDMamba: Visual State Space Model for Land Cover Change Detection of VHR Remote Sensing Images by Junqing Huang, Xiaochen Yuan, Chan-Tong Lam, Yapeng Wang, Min Xia

“…Recently, with the advent of Mamba, which maintains linear time complexity and high efficiency in processing long-range data, it offers a new solution to address feature-fusion challenges in LCCD. …”
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СOMPLICATIONS OF ENDODONTIC TREATMENT: PECULIARITIES OF CLINICAL SIGNS, DIAGNOSIS by O.V. Hurzhii, S.V. Kolomiiets

“… Endodontic lesions take leading positions in the structure of modern dentistry. General areas of the displacement of filling material or instruments because of the poor quality of endodontic treatment have been established, and the features of clinicoroentgenological and neurological manifestations of the complications of endodontic dentistry have also been determined. …”
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Refreshing medical students’ intravenous-cannulation skills: a blinded observer three-arm randomised comparison of mental imagery, part-task trainer simulation and written instruct... by Robert Greif, Joana Berger-Estilita, Rafael Blülle, Daniel Stricker, Mathias Balmer, Christoph Berendonk

“…Each evaluator completed a 15-item standardised checklist in an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) station for intravenous cannulation. …”
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Assessment of sports injury knowledge and preventive practices among national-level professional cricket players in nepal: a cross-sectional study by Mobin Pandey, Rajan Bhusal, Aashish Acharya, Shreesti Sharma, Niraj Bhattarai, Alisha Acharya, Shambhu Jamarkattel, Amit Joshi

“…Methods A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted using semi-structured questionnaires among 124 professional cricket players. …”
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Purinergic Receptor (P2X7R): A Promising Anti-Parkinson’s Drug Target by Saivarshini Magham, M. Lalith Kumar, Praveen Thaggikuppe Krishnamurthy, Neenu Shaji, Aishwarya Reddy Ramakkamma

“…As P2X7R and its selective antagonists may provide neuroprotection by preventing the release of inflammatory mediators such as IL-1, they have become a research focus in PD. The review covers structure, signalling, molecular mechanisms, neuroprotective role, and current developments of P2X7R antagonists in PD. …”
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Quantitative CT measurements of segmental bronchial changes during inspiratory and expiratory phases in healthy subjects by Shu-yan Jing, Chun-ying Liu, Jia-kai Zhang, Jian-kui Mu, Li He, Rui-hong Hou

“…This approach uniquely captures dynamic bronchial behavior across both inspiratory and expiratory phases in healthy individuals, providing new insights into airway structure. However, further validation through phantom or cohort studies is needed to assess measurement accuracy. …”
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Post-stroke dysphagia: identifying the evidence missing by Zicong Wang, Zicong Wang, Ran Shi, Paulo Moreira, Paulo Moreira, Paulo Moreira

“…The article provides a structured discussion clarifying key points on the relationship between stroke lesions and swallowing dysfunctions and contributes to clarifying the gaps in evidence to further improve the quality of life of the patients suffering from Post-Stroke Dysphagia.…”
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Interactions of tree size, competition, and tree species drive carbon accumulation in subtropical mixed forests: A case study of the coniferous-broadleaved mixed forest in Tianmu M... by Xiaowen Dou, Mengping Tang

“…This research utilized 15 years (2006–2021) of fixed plot data from the coniferous-broadleaved mixed forest in the Tianmu Mountain National Nature Reserve, Zhejiang. …”
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Chinese dental students’ knowledge, attitudes, and practice regarding traumatic dental injuries in immature permanent teeth by Jingjing Yu, Chang Liu, Jian Yu

“…The obtained data was statistically analyzed via the Chi-square (χ2) test (p < 0.05) using SPSS. …”
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Coronary Slow Flow Is Associated with Anxiety and Depression but Not Adverse Childhood Experiences and Alexithymia by Hayriye Mihrimah Ozturk, Ibrahim Halil Inanc, Mehmet Cilingiroglu, Yasar Turan, Huseyin Kandemir, Selcuk Ozturk

“…Furthermore; there is no existing data in the literature on the potential association between CSF and adverse childhood experiences or alexithymia. …”
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Correlates of Hepatitis B infection in pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Wa Municipality, Ghana. by Emmanuel Anebakwo Awiah, Simon Aabalekuu, Frederick Dun-Dery, Elvis Dun-Dery, Fidelis Bayor, Martin Nyaaba Adokiya, Barnabas Bessing

“…A cross-sectional study employing systematic random sampling was conducted among 183 consented pregnant women who went for antenatal care in nine health facilities in the Wa Municipality. A structured validated questionnaire was used to collect information about socio-demographic and obstetric characteristics, awareness of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) transmission and its prevention. …”
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