Translation, validity and reliability of the Malay version of the adult carer quality of life questionnaire (AC-QOL) in informal caregivers of stroke survivors in Kelantan, Malaysi... by Erwan Ershad Ahmad Khan, Wan Nor Arifin, Kamarul Imran Musa

“…Abstract Background The caregiving role for stroke survivors profoundly impacts one’s quality of life, presenting distinct challenges and rewards. …”
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N-glycans in lung tissue specimens: a prospective target for enhanced cancer diagnosis and prognosis by Erika Lattova, Jana Skrickova, Jitka Hausnerova, Karolina Krystofova, Zbynek Zdrahal, Leos Kren, Mikulas Popovic

“…Statistical analysis was conducted using methods following principles of compositional data analysis. …”
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The relationship between pan-immune inflammation value and different stages of diabetic retinopathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a prospective cross-sectional study by Aykut Bulu, Sinem Keser

“…Abstract Background Diabetic retinopathy (DR), a major complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), remains a growing global health concern. …”
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Comparison of different approaches in handling missing data in longitudinal multiple-item patient-reported outcomes: a simulation study by Minqian Yan, Lizhi Zhou, Chongye Zhao, Chen Shi, Chunquan Ou

“…The performances of eight methods were compared, including a mixed model for repeated measures (MMRM) with and without imputation at the item level, multiple imputation by chained equations (MICE) at the composite score and item levels, and three control-based pattern mixture models (PPMs) and the last observation carried forward (LOCF) imputation at the item level. …”
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Bond Strength of Orthodontic Brackets to Temporary Crowns: In Vitro Effects of Surface Treatment by Suliman Y Shahin, Tahani H. Abu Showmi, Sadeem H. Alzaghran, Hoda Albaqawi, Latifah Alrashoudi, Mohammed M. Gad

“…This study aimed to evaluate the effect of different grit sizes of diamond burs and sandblasting surface treatment on the shear bond strength of orthodontic brackets to provisional crowns. Materials and Methods. A total of 75 discs were fabricated from a bisacrylic composite and divided into 5 groups (n = 15) according to surface treatment by black, blue, and green diamond burs and sandblasting in addition to a control group. …”
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New Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Materials: Biochars, Scaffolds, Rare Earth, and Ferrite-Based Materials by Dragana Marinković, Slađana Dorontić, Dejan Kepić, Kamel Haddadi, Muhammad Yasir, Blaž Nardin, Svetlana Jovanović

“…In this review, a comprehensive systematic study of the research background, developments, classification, trends, and advances over the past few years in research on new electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding materials will be described. …”
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Maternal and perinatal outcomes in early versus late onset pre-eclampsia – A comparative study by Nirmita Saha, Sandip Sarkar, Rupali Modak, Lipika Adhikari, Debdatta Ghosh

“…Aims and Objectives: This prospective study examined the effects of early-onset pre-eclampsia (EO-PE) and late-onset pre-eclampsia (LO-PE) on composite maternal and perinatal outcomes. Materials and Methods: Pregnant women booked, unbooked or referred having pre-eclampsia admitted in Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital from march 2023 to february 2024 were included in the study. …”
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Curcumin and Papain-Loaded Liposomal Natural Latex Dressings with Phototherapy: A Synergistic Approach to Diabetic Wound Healing by Franciéle M. Silva, Jaqueline R. Silva, Wellington Rodrigues, Breno A. S. M. Sousa, Thamis F. S. Gomes, Mario F. F. Rosa, Suélia S. R. F. Rosa, Marcella L. B. Carneiro

“…<b>Background:</b> Wound healing in diabetic individuals is a prolonged process, often complicated by infections and impaired tissue regeneration. …”
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Maternal Metabolic Health and Mother and Baby Health Outcomes (MAMBO): Protocol of a Prospective Observational Study by Sarah A L Price, Digsu N Koye, Alice Lewin, Alison Nankervis, Stefan C Kane

“… BackgroundMetabolic disease is increasingly impacting women of reproductive age. …”
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Extraction Socket Seal Technique for Socket Preservation after Tooth Extraction: An Innovative Approach. by Abduljaleel Azad Samad, Jodal M Ahmed, Hundren M Ali, Omed Shihab, Ahmed Haider, Dainius Karpavicius

“… Background and objectives: Tooth extraction triggers the loss of surrounding alveolar soft tissue and bone. …”
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Compatibility of Dual-Cure Core Materials with Self-Etching Adhesives by Zachary K. Greene, Augusto A. Robles, Nathaniel C. Lawson

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: A material incompatibility has been established between self-etching adhesives and amine-containing dual-cure resin composite materials used for core buildups. …”
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Comparative evaluation on the masking ability of different tooth colored restoration over blackish discoloration caused by 38% silver diamine fluoride: an in -vitro study by Prajval Mahajan, Anupama Nayak P, Srikant Natarajan, Karuna Yarmunje Mahabala, Kiran N Baliga, Ashwin Rao, Charisma Thimmaiah

“…Aim To assess the potential color masking ability of tooth colored restorative material over discoloration caused by 38% SDF using a UV‒VIS-NIR spectrophotometer. Material and methods 20 extracted teeth were taken and randomly divided into 4 groups: Group A: 38% SDF + GIC; Group B: 38% SDF + RMGIC; Group C: 38% SDF+ Composite; Group D: 38% SDF+ Cention N. …”
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The significance of C-reactive protein for the prediction of net-adverse clinical outcome in patients with acute pulmonary embolism by Milić Rade, Džudović Boris, Subotić Bojana, Obradović Slobodan, Soldatović Ivan, Petrović Marina

“…Background/Aim. Acute pulmonary embolism (APE) may have different clinical manifestations. …”
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Molecular mechanisms explaining sex-specific functional connectivity changes in chronic insomnia disorder by Liyong Yu, Zhifu Shen, Wei Wei, Zeyang Dou, Yucai Luo, Daijie Hu, Wenting Lin, Guangli Zhao, Xiaojuan Hong, Siyi Yu

“…Abstract Background This study investigates the hypothesis that chronic insomnia disorder (CID) is characterized by sex-specific changes in resting-state functional connectivity (rsFC), with certain molecular mechanisms potentially influencing CID's pathophysiology by altering rsFC in relevant networks. …”
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Clinical Outcomes of Ezetimibe Plus Statins in Patients With Lower Extremity Artery Disease by Yoshihiro Iwasaki, MD, PhD, Takenobu Shimada, MD, PhD, Takefumi Kishimori, MD, Atsuyuki Wada, MD, PhD, Jumpei Koike, MD, Takehiro Matsumoto, MD, PhD, Takafumi Yagi, MD, Masaharu Okada, MD, PhD

“…Background: The beneficial outcomes of ezetimibe plus statin therapy are well-established in coronary artery disease, but these remain unknown in lower extremity artery disease (LEAD). …”
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Physiological measures variability and risks of heart disease and stroke: evidence from three cohort studies by Wei Liu, Lieyang Fan, Da Shi, Linling Yu, Jiahao Song, Ruyi Liang, Xuefeng Lai, Hao Wang, Yongfang Zhang, Shuhui Wan, Yueru Yang, Bin Wang

“…Methods We constructed a composite score (0 ~ 3) of variability in physiological measures, including blood pressure, pulse rate, and body mass index, in older adults from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) 2011 ~ 2015, the Health and Retirement Study (HRS) 2006/2008 ~ 2014/2016, and the UK Biobank 2006 ~ 2019. …”
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Design of a phase III, double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial of BI 1015550 in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (FIBRONEER-IPF) by Toby M Maher, Michael Kreuter, Vincent Cottin, Susanne Stowasser, Marlies S Wijsenbeek, Yi Liu, Fernando J Martinez, Luca Richeldi, Arata Azuma, Justin M Oldham, Claudia Valenzuela, Maud Gordat, Donald F Zoz

“…Methods and analysis In this placebo-controlled, double-blind, phase III trial, patients are being randomised in a 1:1:1 ratio to receive 9 mg or 18 mg of BI 1015550 or placebo two times per day over at least 52 weeks, stratified by use of background antifibrotics (nintedanib/pirfenidone vs neither). …”
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QFR measurements post CTO percutaneous coronary intervention: Can the long term outcome be predicted? by Yanguo Xin, Jiayu Li, Xiaosong Ding, Xuhe Gong, Li Zhou, Hui Chen

“…Background: QFR, a non-invasive tool using 3D coronary artery imaging and fluid dynamics, helps assess revascularization benefits in patients with coronary chronic total occlusion (CTO). …”
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Creatine monohydrate pilot in Alzheimer's: Feasibility, brain creatine, and cognition by Aaron N. Smith, In‐Young Choi, Phil Lee, Debra K. Sullivan, Jeffrey M. Burns, Russell H. Swerdlow, Emma Kelly, Matthew K. Taylor

“…Abstract BACKGROUND Preclinical studies suggest that creatine monohydrate (CrM) improves cognition and Alzheimer's disease (AD) biomarkers. …”
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Real-world antithrombotic strategies in patients with atrial fibrillation and recently developed acute coronary syndrome by Hiroshi Iwata, Katsumi Miyauchi, Shuko Nojiri, Yuji Nishizaki, Yuichi Chikata, Hiroyuki Daida, Akashi Akasaka, Yukio Ozaki, Yoshihisa Nakagawa, Kenichi Tsujita, Takafumi Ueno, Ken Kozuma, Junya Ako, Kazuhiro Yamamoto, Yoshihiro Morino, Wataru Shimizu, Yasushi Sakata

“…Background: The antithrombotic strategy for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and coronary artery disease following percutaneous coronary intervention is shifting towards less intensive. …”
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