Classification and definition of epilepsy. Position paper by the International League Against Epilepsy on Nosology and Definitions of Epilepsy Syndromes dated 2021 by K. Yu. Mukhin, O. A. Pylaeva, V. S. Kakaulina, M. Yu. Bobylova

“…When developing the criteria for each epilepsy syndrome, the ILAE Task Force used the latest literature data, including Internet resources and the opinion of experts in this area. …”
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Screening for delirium: a quality improvement audit in geriatric care by Jazba Yousaf, Shams Ud Duja, Areeba Asghar, Sami Mehdi, Faiza Khan

“…Staff education: ongoing training for healthcare professionals on delirium recognition and the use of structured screening tools (CAM, 4AT) should be prioritised to ensure staff competency8; 2. …”
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Sentiment Dynamics Among Informal Caregivers in Web-Based Alzheimer Communities: Systematic Analysis of Emotional Support and Interaction Patterns by Congning Ni, Qingyuan Song, Qingxia Chen, Lijun Song, Patricia Commiskey, Lauren Stratton, Bradley Malin, Zhijun Yin

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to examine the dynamics of sentiment scores, a major indicator of mental well-being, among informal ADRD caregivers, specifically how their sentiment changes as they participate in caregiving experience discussions within 2 ADRD web-based communities. MethodsWe collected data from 2 large web-based ADRD caregiving communities, ALZConnected (from November 2011 to August 2022) and TalkingPoint (from March 2003 to November 2022). …”
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Translation, Adaptation, and Validation of a Traditional Chinese Version of the Family Caregiver Medication Administration Hassle Scale by Ku TL, Wu SY, Chie WC, Huang YM

“…Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was performed to investigate the FCMAHS-TC’s factor structure. Qualitative data from interviews were analyzed using content analysis to provide triangulated evidence of scale adaptability.Results: The FCMAHS-TC demonstrated strong internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.94) and test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.78). …”
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Reasons for non-participation and dropout in a longitudinal study of an app-based support service among adult patients in a psychiatric outpatient setting during the COVID-19 pande... by Luisa Kaufmann, Sabrina Baldofski, Konstanze Golsong, Elisabeth Kohls, Elisabeth Kohls, Christine Rummel-Kluge, Christine Rummel-Kluge

“…Differences between dropouts and completers in sociodemographic, clinical, app-related, and daily mood data were analyzed.ResultsOf N = 88 persons approached for potential study participation, n = 57 (64.8%) participated in the app study, while n = 31 (35.2%) declined. …”
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Bacterial Infections Transmitted by Ticks in Barnaul: Epidemiological and Epizootological Situation, Diagnostic Problems by T. A. Chekanova, A V. Rakov, K. Petremgvdlishvili, A. V. Timonin, N. V. Lukyanenko, T. V. Safyanova, S. V. Shirokostup, N. Ya. Lukyanenko, U. V. Kalinina, I. G. Pashchenko

“…The contribution of other tick-borne infections (TBI) to the structure of overall morbidity in the subject is significantly lower. …”
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Personality Traits and Social Support: Their Role in Postpartum Depression by Richa S, Parveen S, Abullais SS, Mahmood SE, Alsamghan A, Alshaikh AA

“…Analyses included descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, moderation testing with PROCESS macro (SPSS v4.2), and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM).Results: The average EPDS score was 7.9 (SD = 4.3), indicating generally low to moderate levels of PPD. …”
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Optimizing Genomic Selection Methods to Improve Prediction Accuracy of Sugarcane Single-Stalk Weight by Zihao Wang, Chengcai Xia, Yanjie Lu, Qi Liu, Meiling Zou, Fenggang Zan, Zhiqiang Xia

“…The research results indicate that it is crucial to fully consider genomic structural regions, population structure characteristics, and fixed effects in GS predictions.…”
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Variability in anticoagulation duration and follow-up for deep venous thrombosis: a retrospective cohort study by Adam Darnley, Thomas Knight, Jecko Thachil

“…Current guidelines recommend a minimum of 3 months of anticoagulation, followed by reassessment to determine the need for continued therapy.1 However, no structured follow-up pathway exists within our Trust. …”
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Employee retention through effective human resource management practices in Maldives: Mediation effects of compensation and rewards system by Zubair Hassan

“…METHODOLOGY: A sample of 250 respondents among the employees working in the retail sector in Capital City of Maldives was selected using the random probability sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was distributed, and data was collected. …”
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Effective Experiences in Developing Managers' Strategic Thinking: A Phenomenological Approach by Mohammad Abooyee Ardakan, Fereshteh Mohammadi, Hamid Reza Yazdani, Ali Heidary

“…The study engaged 14 senior managers in the financial technology sector, delving into their personal and professional journeys. Data analysis was conducted using the Colaizzi method, which involves a thorough process of transcribing interviews, detailed reading and re-reading of the transcripts, extracting significant statements, and formulating meaningful interpretations for each statement. …”
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A qualitative pilot study exploring the acceptability of a peer provider delivered substance use brief intervention from the perspective of youth in Kenya by Florence Jaguga, Matthew C. Aalsma, Leslie A. Enane, Matthew Turissini, Edith Kamaru Kwobah, Edith Apondi, Julius Barasa, Gilliane Kosgei, Yvonne Olando, Mary A. Ott

“…Methods We conducted qualitative semi-structured interviews with youth participants (n = 25) to explore acceptability of a substance use BI. …”
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Neuroinflammation and Natural Antidepressants: Balancing Fire with Flora by Ana Clara Figueiredo Godoy, Fernanda Fortes Frota, Larissa Parreira Araújo, Vitor E. Valenti, Eliana de Souza Bastos Mazuqueli Pereira, Claudia Rucco P. Detregiachi, Cristiano M. Galhardi, Flávia Cristina Caracio, Rafael S. A. Haber, Lucas Fornari Laurindo, Masaru Tanaka, Sandra M. Barbalho

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Dry Eye Epidemiology in Patients before Refractive Operations by S. N. Sakhnov, S. V. Yanchenko, A. V. Malyshev, Y. A. Kalantaevskaya, R. A. Ismaylova, E. M. Ehieva, M. V. Grishenko, I. V. Gorbunova, O. F. Ozhug, O. A. Klokova

“…Conclusion: Raising the awareness of ophthalmologists about the prevalence of early DE manifestations in patients before refractive surgery will help optimize the detection of this pathology. The obtained data on the structure of DE clinical and pathogenetic variants and the etiological prerequisites can serve as a basis for the development of therapy. …”
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St. Louis enhancing engagement and retention (STEER) in HIV/AIDS care: a participatory intersectional needs assessment for intervention and implementation planning by Debbie L. Humphries, Phillip Marotta, Yue Hu, Victor Wang, Greg Gross, Darius Rucker, Johnnie Jones, Faiad Alam, Tawnya Brown, Donna Spiegelman, Chelsey R. Carter

“…The needs assessment integrated information from existing data, (1) interviews with (a) PLWH (n = 12), (b) community leaders (n = 5), (c) clinical leaders (n = 4), and (d) community health workers (CHWs) (n = 3) and (e) CHW supervisors (n = 3) who participated in a Boston University-led project on CHWs in the context of HIV and (2) focus groups (2 FG, 12 participants) with front-line health workers such as peer specialists, health coaches and outreach workers. …”
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Left Atrium Involvement in Lymphoma Patients: Single Center Observational Study by E. Yu. Salakheeva, I. Ya. Sokolova, O. V. Lyapidevskaya, K. A. Zhbanov, S. A. Tsatsurova, N. I. Kanevskiy, V. O. Stebakova, E. V. Privalova, I. S. Ilgisonis, Yu. N. Belenkov, A. A. Shchendrygina

“…Aim. To assess the structure and performance of left atrium (LA) before and after 3 cycles of anticancer treatment in lymphoma patients, as well as the incidences of supraventricular arrhythmia (SVA) and the levels of biomarkers of inflammation.Material and Methods. …”
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Validation of the Traditional Chinese Version of the Belief About Medicines Questionnaire-Specific Among Adults with Type 2 Diabetes in Taiwan by Huang YM, Yang YM, Wang T, Ho YF, Chan HY

“…These satisfactory properties were further supported by predictive validity data, which demonstrated the impact of treatment beliefs on adherence levels. …”
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The Impact of Chinese Foreign Direct Investment on US Industry by Baghirzade Manaf, Deniss Djakons, Daria Bilokon

“…Thus, while FDI is closely associated with improved industrial outcomes, its influence appears to be contemporaneous rather than predictive, shaped more by structural alignment than by temporal causality.…”
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Genome-Wide Identification and Expression Analysis of <i>NAC</i> Gene Family Members in Seashore Paspalum Under Salt Stress by Xuanyang Wu, Xiaochen Hu, Qinyan Bao, Qi Sun, Pan Yu, Junxiang Qi, Zixuan Zhang, Chunrong Luo, Yuzhu Wang, Wenjie Lu, Xueli Wu

“…A phylogenetic tree was constructed, and the genes were classified into 18 groups according to their topological structure. The physicochemical properties of the <i>PvNAC</i> gene family proteins, their conserved motifs and structural domains, cis-acting elements, intraspecific collinearity analysis, GO annotation analysis, and protein–protein interaction networks were analyzed. …”
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A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE ASSORTMENT OF DIFFERENT MEDICATION GROUPS USED IN THE CENTRAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF THE MUNICIPAL REGION AND THE REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF THE FEDERAL STATE... by B. G. Bochkarev, I. V. Kalinin, T. I. Kabakova

“…The aim of this study was to analyze the structure of medication consumption in comparable hospitals in the penitentiary and civilian healthcare systems. …”
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