Correlation between standard deviation of red blood cell distribution width，platelet/lymphocyte ratio and left ventricular hypertrophy in patients with diabetic kidney disease by Shang Shi-li, Chen Jing-shan, Sun Zi-juan, Bi Li-na, Luo Sha, Li Jun

“…The changes of heart structure were detected by color Doppler ultrasound. …”
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Assessment of right ventricular endocardial fibroelastosis in fetuses with critical pulmonary stenosis and pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum by Yue Wang, Gang Luo, Yi Sun, Taotao Chen, Silin Pan

“…BackgroundThis study aimed to assess right ventricular (RV) endocardial fibroelastosis (EFE) in fetuses with critical pulmonary stenosis (CPS) and pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum (PA-IVS) and to investigate the implications of RV EFE for circulatory outcomes.MethodsFetal echocardiographic data from July 2018 to January 2021 were collected. …”
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Contraceptive use of HIV-positive women attending an HIV treatment center in Osogbo, Nigeria by Samuel Olowookere, Akindele Ajayi, Ajibola Idowu, Adeola Ajayi, Babatunde Afolabi

“…Data collected were analyzed with SPSS version 17. …”
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Foodborne outbreak investigation in elementary school, Gunungkidul District, January 2024: A cohort retrospective study design by Oxy Handika Denis, Imam Utama Muhamad, Rizki Ananda Dwi, Maula Ahmad Watsiq, Ahmad Riris Andono, Hery Sukoco Sidig

“…In-depth interviews with structured questionnaires were used for data collection. …”
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A comparison of modeling approaches for static and dynamic prediction of central line-associated bloodstream infections using electronic health records (part 2): random forest mode... by Elena Albu, Shan Gao, Pieter Stijnen, Frank E Rademakers, Christel Janssens, Veerle Cossey, Yves Debaveye, Laure Wynants, Ben Van Calster

“…Models including multiple outcome events (multinomial and competing risks) display a different internal structure compared to binary and survival models, choosing different variables for early splits in trees. …”
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Students’ safety culture at tertiary level academic institutes in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study by Abu Hossain Muhammad Ahsan, Md. Khalid Hasan, Maruf Hasan Rumi, Taufique Ahmed, Tanjin Kabir Aunto

“…A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1676 students from 16 universities and medical colleges in Bangladesh to gather data. The survey consisted of a paper-based structured questionnaire with three scales: a 17-item safety beliefs and values scale, a 10-item safety perception and awareness scale, and a 14-item safety attitudes scale. …”
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Overcoming barriers to implementation of patient engagement in clinical trials: feasibility testing of an embedded study by Geneviève Castonguay, Sylvain Bédard, Anick Dubois, Émilie Lessard, Léna Rivard, Ghislaine Rouly, Antoine Boivin

“…Data were analyzed using qualitative thematic analysis. …”
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The personal and health service impact of falls in 85 year olds: cross-sectional findings from the Newcastle 85+ cohort study. by Joanna Collerton, Andrew Kingston, John Bond, Karen Davies, Martin P Eccles, Carol Jagger, Thomas B L Kirkwood, Julia L Newton

“…<h4>Measurements</h4>Structured interview with research nurse. Cost-consequence analysis of fall-related healthcare costs.…”
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Occupational accidents among rice farmers in Northern Vietnam by My Ha Nguyen, Toan Van Ngo, Anh Quynh Tran, Linh Gia Vu, Nga Thu Phan, Son Truong Pham, Duc Minh Nguyen, Hai Minh Vu

“…A multi-stage random sampling method was used to select 1,171 rice farmers from six communes. Data were collected through structured interviews at the participants’ homes using a pilot-tested questionnaire that gathered information on occupational accidents in the previous six months, including their causes, frequency, and related injuries. …”
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New trends in the housing market and supply in the urban area of Pécs, Hungary by Nagy Gábor

“…To point out the recent changes, we used a quantitative methodology, based on different data sources (CSO, self-built) and find some correlation between some basic indicators. …”
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Men and women choose moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and sedentary behaviors with a “hot” mind rather than a “cold” one by Albertas Skurvydas, Natalja Istomina, Ruta Dadeliene, Dovile Valanciene, Ausra Lisinskiene, Ieva Egle Jamontaite, Asta Sarkauskiene, Daiva Majauskiene

“…Sleep duration weakly affects activity structure but inversely relates to SB. While Cognitive Reflection Test (CRT) scores—an indicator of logical reasoning—do not show a significant positive impact on physical activity levels (MPA, VPA, or MVPA) in either gender, they are associated with increased sedentary behavior in women. …”
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The death education needs of patients with advanced cancer: a qualitative research by Shenghuan Yang, Chao Yan, Jing Li, Yinglu Feng, Huizini Hu, Yonghong Li

“…Methods A qualitative research based on phenomenology was used to select 19 patients with advanced cancer from November 2022 to June 2023. Semi-structured interviews were used to interview, and Colaizzi 7-step analysis method was used to organize and analyze the data. …”
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A Newly Introduced Millet-based Take Home Ration: Utilization, Strength & Challenges in Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Gujarat by Kunj Gajjar, Mital Barad, Sonal M. Shah, Aparajita Shukla, Bhavin Joshi

“…Using WHO cluster sampling and Probability Proportional to Size methodology, a total of 1,627 beneficiaries were surveyed—comprising children aged 6 months to 3 years (n1=1178), pregnant women (n2=220), and lactating mothers (n3=229). Data were collected in April 2024, four months post-implementation, using a structured, pilot-tested questionnaire. …”
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What do physicians want at the end? An international qualitative study on physicians’ personal end-of-life preferences and what influences them by Sarah Mroz, Frederick Daenen, Sigrid Dierickx, Freddy Mortier, Ludovica De Panfilis, Luca Ghirotto, Toby Campbell, Kenneth Chambaere, Luc Deliens

“…Data collection and analysis were informed using the reflexive thematic analysis approach. …”
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Compatibility of endoscopic examination using i-scan technology with histopathology results in laryngeal carcinoma: prospective observational study by Gracia Cintia Massie, Agung Dinasti Permana, Shinta Fitri Boesoirie, Lina Lasminingrum, Melati Sudiro, Yussy Afriani Dewi

“…Fiber optic laryngoscopy examination with i-scan is a non-invasive technology used to visualize changes in the structure of the mucosa and blood vessels, aiding in better identification of malignancies. …”
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Relatives’ experiences of unsuccessful out-of-hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation attempts: a qualitative analysis by Caroline Huxley, Eleanor Reeves, Justin Kearney, Galina Gardiner, Karin Eli, Rachael Fothergill, Gavin D. Perkins, Michael Smyth, Anne-Marie Slowther, Frances Griffiths

“…Results Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 relatives of OHCA non-survivors. …”
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Prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation and Antithrombotic Therapy in Hemodialysis Patients: Cross-Sectional Results of the Vienna InVestigation of AtriaL Fibrillation and Thromboembolis... by Oliver Königsbrügge, Florian Posch, Marlies Antlanger, Josef Kovarik, Renate Klauser-Braun, Josef Kletzmayr, Sabine Schmaldienst, Martin Auinger, Günther Zuntner, Matthias Lorenz, Ella Grilz, Gerald Stampfel, Stefan Steiner, Ingrid Pabinger, Marcus Säemann, Cihan Ay

“…A structured interview with each patient was performed, recent and archived ECGs were viewed and medical histories were verified with electronic records.…”
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School life during COVID-19: a qualitative study exploring English secondary school staff and pupils’ experiences of the school-based mitigation measures by Sarah Bell, Jane Williams, Sabi Redwood, Jeremy Horwood

“…Participants were purposively sampled from English schools serving diverse communities participating in the CoMMinS (COVID-19 Mapping and Mitigation in Schools) study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted remotely, and data were analysed thematically. …”
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Cell-free cryopreserved biological agents for cardiac protection in autoimmune myocarditis: A morphofunctional animal model study by Hladkykh Fedir V., Liadova Tetiana I., Komorovsky Roman R.

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Creating healthy remote store food environments: use of the Store Scout App in practice by Amanda Hill, Meaghan Christian, Gina Absalom, Brianna Sanderson, Hannah Downes, Sheida Navidi, Anna Murison, Emma McMahon, Grace Dwyer, Julie Brimblecombe

“…Usability was assessed qualitatively using semi-structured interviews with the nutrition professionals based on the Modified System Usability Scale. …”
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