Le risque d’irradiation des patients exposés aux examens de tomographie volumique a faisceau conique (Cône Beam) : actualité dosimétrique [The radiation risk for patients exposed t... by Abdelkader Rezoug

“…Elle permet d'obtenir une image précise des détails multiplanaires des structures osseuses maxillofaciales et des tissus mous environnants. …”
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A new model for predicting characteristics of the near-field leakage in high-pressure CO2 pipelines by Yan Shang, Xiaoling Chen, Peilu Wu, Zhanjie Li, Ming Yang, Xiaokai Xing, Jian Jiao, Xinze Li

“…Utilizing this model, the characteristics of under-expanded jets resulting from high-pressure CO2 pipeline leakage are investigated in this study. The shock wave structures of the Mach disk and jet boundary layer are examined. …”
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Temporal Dynamics of Functional Connectivity in Temporal and Extra-Temporal Lobe Epilepsy: A Magnetoencephalography-Based Study by Suhas M.V, N. Mariyappa, Karunakar Kotegar, Ravindranadh Chowdary M, Raghavendra K, Ajay Asranna, Viswanathan L.G, Sanjib Sinha, Anitha H

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Adverse Birth Outcomes and Associated Factors Among Mothers in Immediate Postpartum Period with Short and Recommended Pregnancy Interval in East Gojjam Public Hospitals, Northwest... by Tiringo Molla Tiruye, Tazeb Alemu Anteneh, Mulunesh Abuhay Biweta, Muhabaw Shumye Mihret

“…A total of 456 mothers were included in the study using systematic random sampling technique. The data were collected through face-to-face interviews using structured pretested questionnaires and chart review using a checklist. …”
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The practicality of long-term blended teaching and learning at a South African institution by Musawenkosi D. Saurombe, Kamogelo D. Malebe, Marcia Nyandeni, Siphesihle Tshabalala, Themba Tyalintsika, Violet M. Malahlela

“…Methods: The article adopted a qualitative case study approach, and one-on-one semi-structured interviews were conducted. The data collected was then analysed using thematic analysis. …”
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Global sensitivity analysis and uncertainty quantification for a mathematical model of dry anaerobic digestion in plug-flow reactors by Daniele Bernardo Panaro, Andrea Trucchia, Vincenzo Luongo, Maria Rosaria Mattei, Luigi Frunzo

“…In many applications, complex biological phenomena can be reproduced via structured mathematical models, which depend on numerous biotic and abiotic input parameters, whose effect on model outputs can be of paramount importance. …”
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Integration of Kansei Engineering and Nudge Based Design Thinking for Patient Comfort in Healthcare Services by Markus Hartono, Wyna Herdiana, Guguh Sujatmiko, Hairunnas, Brian Kurniawan Jaya, Christabel Annora Paramita Parung

“…Utilizing a human-centric design methodology, this study implemented semi-structured interviews and direct observations with hospitalized patients to assess their emotional responses and interactions with existing beds and hospital staff. …”
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Randomised controlled trial of a person-centred transition programme for adolescents with type 1 diabetes (STEPSTONES-DIAB): a study protocol by Philip Moons, Ewa-Lena Bratt, Anna Lena Brorsson, Anna Ek, Elisabeth Jelleryd, Torun Torbjörnsdotter, Carina Sparud-Lundin

“…Data will be collected at 16, 17 and 18.5 years of age. …”
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The Human Amniotic Mesenchymal Stem Cells (hAMSCs) Improve the Implant Osseointegration and Bone Regeneration in Maxillary Sinus Floor Elevation in Rabbits by Lu Yin, Zhi-xuan Zhou, Ming Shen, Ning Chen, Fei Jiang, Shou-Lin Wang

“…Bone volume, bone volume/tissue volume, bone-to-implant contact ratio, and vessel-like structures in the hAMSC/Bio-Oss group were significantly better than those in other groups in the peri-implant and augmented areas. …”
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Exploring the adoption and utilisation of ChatGPT in everyday academic practices among medical and dental students of Rawalpindi and Islamabad: a study on the impact and perceived... by Khadija Qamar, Saad Waseem Butt, Mehwish Abaid, Ahmed Rashid, Rafia Tahira, Aarij Sohail Iqbal

“…Responses were obtained through a structured online survey. Data was analysed using SPSS 27. …”
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Preserving patient dignity in critical care units: A qualitative content analysis by Alireza Arman, Shahrzad Ghiyasvandian, Zahra Abbasi Dolatabadi, Meysam Khoshavi, Ali Yavari, Masoumeh Zakerimoghadam

“…Methods & Materials: This qualitative study was conducted on 20 patients selected from the Critical Care Units of Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran, Iran, through purposeful sampling. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews and were analyzed using Graneheim and Lundman’s conventional content analysis method. …”
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Exploration of the health needs of patients with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes using a user-centred co-production approach in the area of mHealth: an exploratory sequential mix... by Li Cheng, Qinqin Xie, Xiling Hu, Yarui Wang, Junsheng Peng

“…Phase 1 aims to assess the health needs of patients with poorly controlled T2DM by conducting semi-structured interviews with patients, doctors and nurses. …”
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Patterns of Health Services and Medicine Utilisation by First‐Generation Pakistani Immigrants in New Zealand by Noor A. Mann, Zain A. Khan, Saima Asghar, Afshan Rani, Nadia Hussain, Sumera S. Akhtar, Susan Heydon, Mudassir Anwar

“…Methods Convenience and snowball sampling using social media platforms were used to conduct eleven semi‐structured interviews consisting of two participants per interview. …”
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Heritage asset management and local government accountability: The role of transparency, participation, and financial capacity by Aries Tanno, Khadijah Ath Thahirah, Anne Putri, Ratnawati Raflis

“…The sample included 250 local government employees actively engaged in heritage asset management. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire between March and June 2024, with responses analyzed using WarpPLS. …”
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Integrating species functional and architectural traits for improving crown width prediction in subtropical multispecies forests using nonlinear hierarchical models by Canming He, Xianglin Tian, Hongxiang Wang

“…Effective CW models are well established for plantations and structurally simpler forests, yet their applicability to diverse, species-rich natural forests remains inadequate. …”
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Food Fortification: The Level of Awareness among Kenyan Consumers by Amaya Aura Linda, Florence Kyallo, Judith K. Okoth, Peter Kahenya, Anselimo Makokha, Daniel Sila, John Mwai

“…Data were analyzed using Stata version 14.0 and statistical significance p<0.05. …”
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Microbiological hazards associated with the use of water in the post‐harvest handling and processing operations of fresh and frozen fruits, vegetables and herbs (ffFVH). Part 2 – A... by EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ), Ana Allende, Avelino Alvarez‐Ordóñez, Valeria Bortolaia, Sara Bover‐Cid, Alessandra De Cesare, Wietske Dohmen, Laurent Guillier, Lieve Herman, Liesbeth Jacxsens, Lapo Mughini‐Gras, Maarten Nauta, Jakob Ottoson, Luisa Peixe, Fernando Perez‐Rodriguez, Panagiotis Skandamis, Elisabetta Suffredini, Jen Banach, Bin Zhou, Maria Teresa daSilva Felício, Laura Martino, Winy Messens, Angela Botteon

“…Testing alternative model structures and collecting data about operational conditions of handling and/or processing operations, microbial dynamics and the magnitude of the product‐specific protective effect on microorganisms are recommended to improve the application of the model.…”
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“Just sort of treading water”: Qualitative study of the lived experiences of romantic partners of diplomats by Samantha K. Brooks, Dipti Patel, Rachael Gribble, M. Brooke Rogers, Neil Greenberg

“…However, evidence from similar populations (e.g. partners of military personnel who accompany their deployed partners) suggests that frequent, repeated overseas deployments can substantially affect the wellbeing of accompanying partners. Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 11 partners (six female, five male) of Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) employees between 2021 and 2022 and thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. …”
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Exploring the perceptions and requirements of exergames for adolescents with depression: a qualitative study by Yuqi Chen, Xiaolong Huang, Wei Luo, Haiyan Liu, Yaqin Gao, Muyao Wang, Yan Zhang, Jingjing Liu, Changyan Zhong, Aixiang Xiao, Yu Chen

“…Data were analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step method to ensure a rigorous and systematic qualitative analysis. …”
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The Role of Genetics in Human Oral Health: A Systematic–Narrative Review by Anita Joy-Thomas, Zarna Lalwani, Leticia Guajardo, John Valenza, Walid D. Fakhouri

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: An individual’s genetic makeup influences their organ development, orofacial structures, and overall health. Though many studies have been conducted to determine the inheritance of oral diseases and conditions, there is a lack of comprehensive research classifying these disorders based on the genetic and environmental etiology. …”
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