Metabolic syndrome and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease risk assessment among adult patients with Thyroid diseases in Chemchemal chronic disease control center-Sulaimania by Imdad Ahmed Mohammed, Bushra Mohammed Ali

“…Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study conducted on 141 patients that attended the center; from 1st July 2018 to 1st January 2019. A structured questionnaire was administered and data was collected on socio-demographic, medical and behavioral history. …”
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Unraveling the Interplay between Frailty, Sarcopenia, and Socioeconomic Factors in Indian Elderly: Findings from a Tertiary Care Hospital by Krishnendu Roy, Srijani Ghosh, Shambo Samrat Samajdar, Santosh Kumar Dey, Shatavisa Mukherjee

“…Materials and Methods: An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted involving 180 geriatric patients. Data were collected through structured interviews and physical assessments, focusing on demographic details, medical history, and socioeconomic status. …”
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A Cross-sectional study on workplace violence against doctors in Goa, a growing threat? by Nadia N S R Godinho, Jagadish A Cacodcar

“…Participants were randomly selected and had a minimum qualification of a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. Data was collected through a semi-structured anonymous questionnaire administered via Google Forms. …”
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The experiences of hospital staff with decision-making concerning patient enrolment in hospital at home services: A complex and dynamic process. by Lillian Karlsen, Bente Prytz Mjølstad, Bjarte Bye Løfaldli, Anne-Sofie Helvik

“…Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis.…”
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Instantaneous center of rotation, the first step to build up the digital laboratory of complex motions. by Balazs Laczi, Antal Nagy, Arpad Safrany-Fark

“…We registered 28.65, 14.33 and 9.55 EcD_ratios for 2°, 4° and 6° of closure respectively, and described a structured, predictable framework based on a solid mathematical background. …”
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Travel medicine training and experience among primary care physicians in Qatar. by Ayman Al-Dahshan, Vahe Kehyayan, Noora Al-Kubaisi, Ziyad Mahfoud, Nagah Selim

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A cross-sectional study design was employed. A structured questionnaire was utilized to gather data from all PCPs working in publicly funded primary health centers.…”
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Displacement-induced destitution in Cameroon: seeking durable livelihood solutions for internally displaced persons from the Anglophone crisis by Henry Ngenyam Bang

“…Anchored by a sustainable livelihood conceptual lens, the methodology utilised a predominantly qualitative research design to generate empirical data from local humanitarian agencies servicing internally displaced persons through semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions. …”
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Hidden curriculum within nutrition education in medical schools by Stephen Martin, Lauren Ball, Elizabeth Sturgiss, Kirsty Douglas

“…This study explored medical students’ perceptions and experiences regarding medical nutrition education, focussing on the context in which nutrition teaching has been provided, the presented place of nutrition within medicine and their subsequent views on their role in providing nutrition care.Methods Individual semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with 14 postgraduate medical students at different stages of their medical degree in Australia. …”
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Demographic and Operational Factors in Public Transport-Based Parcel Locker Crowdshipping: A Mixed-Methods Analysis by Mohammad Maleki, Scott Rayburg, Stephen Glackin

“…<i>Methods</i>: A mixed-methods design was employed, incorporating survey data from 368 participants alongside insights from 20 semi-structured interviews. …”
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Maternity care providers' perspectives on late-term gestation management (LATE-study): A cross-sectional survey. by Anna E Seijmonsbergen-Schermers, Fatima Hammiche, Hannah de Klerk, Judit K J Keulen, Caroline J Bax, Lilian L Peters, Corine J Verhoeven

“…<h4>Methods</h4>An online questionnaire was developed, improved on the basis of four semi-structured interviews, piloted, and distributed to primary care and hospital-based midwives, residents, and obstetricians. …”
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Determinants of Clients’ Satisfaction in a Military Healthcare Institution: A Case Study of Nigerian Navy Reference Hospital Ojo by Ahmadu Shehu Mohammed, Titus Gboyega Akinde, Idaraobong Peter Udobang, Odekunle Bola Odegbemi

“…Material and Methods: A cross-sectional survey of 1,060 patients was conducted using a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics, Chi-square tests, and logistic regression to explore the relationships between patient satisfaction and healthcare determinants. …”
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Surgical site infections following colectomy and associate factors: A cross-sectional study by Thao Nguyen Do Phuong, Quang Lam Minh, Hai Huynh Hoang, Ngan Pham Thi Truong, Tuan Huynh Minh

“…Demographic, general characteristics, and surgical characteristics data were collected from medical records using a structured questionnaire. …”
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Reliability and validity of the Taiwanese version of the collaborative practice assessment tool: A pilot study by Chen-Pei Ho, Hsiu-Chen Yeh, Ming-Shinn Lee, Wei-Chun Cheng

“…A literature review indicated that the faculty necessarily measured the competency in IPCP with structured and applicable assessment tools in collocation to training programs domestically. …”
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Self-medication Practices and Knowledge among Lebanese Population: A Cross-sectional Study by Sanaa Awada, Batoul Diab, Dalia Khachman, Rouba K. Zeidan, Helene Slim, Salam Zein, Amal Al-Hajje, Jinan Kresht, Souheir Ballout, Samar Rachidi

“…This cross-sectional prospective survey was carried out in five Lebanese governorates. A structured interview was done with patients who visited pharmacies. …”
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Hospital managers’ experiences of conducting a root cause analysis: a case study following a sentinel event by Silje Liepelt, Ralf Kirchhoff

“…This study explores hospital managers' experiences of conducting an RCA process following a sentinel event in which a baby unexpectedly died during labor at a Norwegian hospital in 2021.MethodThe study employed a qualitative, exploratory single-case design, which involved conducting nine semi-structured interviews and analyzing documents such as the Norwegian RCA guideline, the final RCA report, and internal procedures and standards. …”
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Assessment of acceptance and associated factors of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among commercial female sex workers in drop-in centers selected sub-cities of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by Trhas Tadesse Berhe, Elefie Asfaw Asfaw, Getachew Weldyohanes Tedla

“…All (358) commercial sex workers available during the study period were included. A structured, pretested, and interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect the data. …”
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Assessing geometric microliths as cultural markers through an analysis of shape variation and projectile performance by Alfredo Cortell-Nicolau, Alastair Key, Antoni Palomo

“…Here we test an alternative hypothesis for the structured variation observed in geometric microliths: whether their plan-view shape significantly impacts the force, energy and displacement experienced when they are used as projectile tips. …”
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Podcast-integrated speaking instruction: Enhancing informal digital learning of English, academic engagement, and speaking skills by Lei Peng, Shamim Akhter, Arash Hashemifardnia

“…This study examined the effects of structured podcast-based speaking instruction on three key dimensions: Informal Digital Learning of English (IDLE), academic engagement (AE), and speaking skills. …”
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Knowledge Graphs and Their Reciprocal Relationship with Large Language Models by Ramandeep Singh Dehal, Mehak Sharma, Enayat Rajabi

“…Conversely, KGs serve as structured and interpretable data sources that improve the transparency, factual consistency and reliability of LLM-based applications, mitigating challenges such as hallucinations and lack of explainability. …”
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The pattern of self-medication practice among adult patients attending primary healthcare centers at NGHA in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by Ghadah Alhabs, Bader A. Altulaihi, Ftoon Alenezi, Joana Mandoorah, Rahaf Almuslamani, Rawan Alhelal, Somaya Alyahya

“…Non-probability convenience sampling was used, with data collected through a well-structured questionnaire that assessed sociodemographic factors, self-medication habits, and awareness levels. …”
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