Comparison of regional and general anesthesia for retrograde intrarenal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Yen Ho, Yu-Ching Wen, Yu-Ching Wen, Liang-Ming Lee, Ke-Hsun Lin, Chi-Hao Hsiao, Chi-Hao Hsiao, Syuan-Hao Syu, Benjamin Chung-Howe Lai, Cho-Hsing Chung, Yung-Wei Lin, Yung-Wei Lin

“…ObjectiveTo evaluate the effectiveness and safety of retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) for urolithiasis under different anesthesia methods based on current evidence.Materials and methodsIn March 2022, systematic research was conducted using the databases PubMed, Embase, Google Scholar, and the Cochrane Library to compare outcomes of RIRS with regional anesthesia (RA) or general anesthesia (GA) through randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies. Data analysis was performed using the comprehensive meta-analysis software version 3.ResultsEight RCTs and one retrospective study, involving a total of 2,111 individuals, were included in the current review. …”
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The alteration of the sensorimotor network in trigeminal neuralgia after microvascular decompression surgery: a follow-up study using independent component analysis by Yan Zhang, Yan Zhang, Xueju Wang, Xuefeng Wang, Gengdi Huang

“…Recent advances in neuroimaging have enhanced visualization of the trigeminal nerve’s vascular anatomy, deepening insights into TN pathophysiology and paving the way for improved diagnostics and therapies. Resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs-fMRI) has been extensively applied in studies of TN, uncovering alterations in brain activity, functional connectivity, cortical thickness and neural networks.MethodsIndependent component analysis (ICA) presents a powerful alternative for analyzing fMRI data, offering several advantages over traditional region of interests (ROIs) approaches. …”
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Rosuvastatin in patients with arterial hypertension and dyslipidemia: effects on microcirculation and pulse wave parameters by O. M. Drapkina, O. N. Korneeva, L. O. Palatkina, E. V. Zyatenkova, N. P. Balakhonova, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Statin therapy improved not only blood lipid levels, but also MC, vascular stiffness, and endothelial function parameters, which was more pronounced in the rosuvastatin group.…”
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Stochastic modeling and first-passage-time analysis of oncological time metrics with dynamic tumor barriers by Olusegun Michael Otunuga

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Residential blue space, cognitive function, and the role of air pollution in middle-aged and older adults: A cross-sectional study based on UK biobank by Kaitai Yang, Fabin Lin, Xuefei Wang, Huaicheng Wang, Yisen Shi, Lina Chen, Yanhong Weng, Xuanjie Chen, Yuqi Zeng, Yinqing Wang, Guoen Cai

“…Cognitive function was assessed using touch screens at UK Biobank Assessment Centre, while residential blue space exposure within a 300-meter radius was estimated from land-use data. …”
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The effect of intraoperative inosine infusion on transplant outcomes in deceased-donor kidney transplant recipients by You Luo, Yang Zhang, Zuofu Tang, Jinhua Zhang, Ning Na, Hengjun Xiao

“…The endpoints of the analysis included recipient recovery after transplantation as assessed by delayed graft function (DGF), peak estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) after transplantation, and unfavorable graft function recovery.Results Given the high dimensionality of the donor and recipient variables, propensity score weighting analyses were conducted. …”
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The Use of Enhanced External Counterpulsation in the Treatment of Patients with Coronary Artery Disease by K. S. Karaganov, A. S. Lishuta, Y. N. Belenkov

“…Patients (n=70) with verified stable CAD (angina pectoris class II-III) complicated by CHF class II-III (NYHA) were included in non-randomized uncontrolled study. Data from 67 patients (48 to 74 years old; 47 men and 20 women) were included in the final analysis. …”
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Co-Community Network Analysis Reveals Alterations in Brain Networks in Alzheimer’s Disease by Xiaodong Wang, Zhaokai Zhang, Lingli Deng, Jiyang Dong

“…<b>Background</b>: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a common neurodegenerative disease. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) can be used to measure the temporal correlation of blood-oxygen-level-dependent (BOLD) signals in the brain to assess the brain’s intrinsic connectivity and capture dynamic changes in the brain. …”
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TENOR AS A MULTIMODAL REGISTER CHARACTERISTIC OF THE INSTAGRAM PROFILE (a compared analysis of Queen Rania’s official website and Instagram profile in Arabic and English) by Oksana A. Babelyuk, Yuliya Ya. Zaza

“…The applied socio- semantic analysis of multimodal signs on Queen Rania’s profile revealed a correlation between the interpersonal and ideational functions. …”
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MODERN TRANSFORMATIONS OF ACCOUNTING, MANAGEMENT, AND MARKETING OF AN ENTERPRISE IN THE CONTEXT OF DIGITALIZATION by Василь Головачко, Оксана Королович, Олеся Гаврилець

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Assessment of rainfall trends and extremes in the southeastern Chittagong region of Bangladesh using multiple statistical approaches by Md. Mahfuzar Rahman, Fatema TuzZohora Niha, Md. Zillur Rahman

“…The Mann–Kendall, modified Mann–Kendall trend model, and Sen’s slope estimator were applied for trend analysis. Different probability distribution functions (PDFs), including Normal, Log-Normal, Pearson Type-III, Log Pearson Type-III, Generalized Extreme Value, and Gumbel, were applied to estimate return periods (RPs). …”
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Effects of virtual reality technology on early mobility in critically ill adult patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Yansha He, Yansha He, Qin Yang, Xiaoxia Dai, Tian Chen, Huan Wu, Kunjie Li, Shiqiong Zhu, Yanlin Liu, Hua Lei

“…ObjectiveThe study aimed to explore the effects of virtual reality (VR) technology on motor function rehabilitation in critically ill patients.MethodsAdhering to the PRISMA systematic evaluation method for developing the literature ranking criteria and search strategy, the following databases were systematically searched: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, CNKI, Wanfang Data, Chinese Medical Journal Full-Text Database, and SINOMED. …”
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Analysis of High Levels of Urine Proteins as a Sign of Impaired Kidney Function in Communities Around a Nickel Mining Industry in Morosi District, Southeast Sulawesi by Tasnim Tasnim, Rahmawati Rahmawati, Yunita Amraeni, La Djabo Buton, Titi Saparina.L, Sri Mulyani, La Ode Tasrun, Noviati Noviati

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Análisis de las funciones del profesorado universitario y sus limitaciones para realizar investigación / Universities functions analysis teaching staff and obstacles for research by Marco Antonio Zamora Antuñano, Jesús Salvador Zamora Aboytes, José Antonio Cano López

“…A descriptive methodology has been implemented, and surveys have been used as tool for collecting data. Based on data analysis, these are the main results from the point of view of the teaching staff: (1) the definition of the institutional policies of research, (2) the lack of incentive and (3) the balance between teaching and management. …”
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Different supplements improve insulin resistance, hormonal functions, and oxidative stress on overweight and obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and met... by Xiaoyan Ren, Wenjuan Wu, Qiufan Li, Wen Li, Xujuan Wang, Gang Wang

“…Moreover, a meta-analysis was performed using the data from the RCTs.ResultsA total of 25 RCTs were carried out, and 1636 women were enrolled. …”
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Use of Oral Celecoxib Preoperatively Reduces Risk of Delirium and Favors Functional Recovery in Elderly Patients with Femoral Neck Fracture: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis by Ju M, Han X, He L, Jiang J, Wang M, Lin W, Liu Y

“…Minyan Ju,1 Xiaofei Han,2 Li He,1 Jingjing Jiang,1 Mengmeng Wang,1 Wenting Lin,1 Yuan Liu1 1Orthopaedics Department, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, People’s Republic of China; 2Orthopaedics Department, Wuxi No. 9 People’s Hospital, Wuxi, Jiangsu, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Yuan Liu, Orthopaedics Department, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 0700014, People’s Republic of China, Email liuyuan_81811@163.comBackground: We aim to explore whether the effect of oral celecoxib (OC) preoperatively in elderly patients with femoral neck fracture (FNF) receiving surgery on the pain control, complications, functional outcomes, and mortality.Methods: We collected data on elderly patients with FNF in two hospitals between Jan. 2020 and May. 2024. …”
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Functional Analysis of Promoters, mRNA Cleavage, and mRNA Secondary Structure on <i>esxB-esxA</i> in <i>Mycolicibacterium smegmatis</i> by Ryan G. Peters, Jessica M. Kelly, Sarah Bibeau, Ying Zhou, Scarlet S. Shell

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Evaluation of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation for improving pain and cognitive function in elderly patients around the perioperative period of hip replacement surger... by Sujuan Xu, Kai Huang, Qing Jiang

“…<h4>Conclusions</h4>Our meta-analysis demonstrated that TEAS significantly reduces pain and improves cognitive function in patients undergoing hip replacement surgery. …”
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Prehabilitation is effective in relieving pain after knee arthroplasty, but has little effect on length of stay and knee function: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Weishuai Zhang, Xuchao Lu, Nannan Yang, Xianyou Zhu, Haotian Hu

“…Existing studies have reported inconsistent results regarding its benefits. This meta-analysis aims to evaluate the impact of prehabilitation on hospital length of stay, postoperative pain, and knee function in patients undergoing knee arthroplasty.MethodsPubMed, Cochrane, Embase, and Web of Science were searched from their establishment to 16 January 2024. …”
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Sodium benzoate treatment decreased amyloid beta peptides and improved cognitive function among patients with Alzheimer’s disease: secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial... by Chieh-Hsin Lin, Hsien-Yuan Lane

“…The current study aimed to explore whether oral sodium benzoate was able to reduce Aβ peptides in AD patients and whether Aβ before treatment was correlated with cognitive improvement after treatment. This secondary analysis used data from a double-blind trial, in which 149 patients with mild AD were randomized to receive oral placebo or one of three benzoate doses (500, 750, or 1000 mg/day). …”
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