Spatiotemporal prediction of alpine wetlands under multi-climate scenarios in the west of Sichuan, China by Haijun Wang, Xiangdong Kong, Onanong Phewnil, Ji Luo, Pengju Li, Xiyong Chen, Tianhui Xie

“…However, due to the limitations of computational models, previous studies have been unable to adequately understand the spatiotemporal change trends of these alpine wetlands. Methods We employed a large sample and composite supervised classification algorithms to classify alpine wetlands and generate wetland maps, based on the Google Earth Engine cloud computing platform. …”
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J-shaped association between serum glucose potassium ratio and prognosis in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction with stronger predictive value in non-diabetic patients by Liang Shan, Keyang Zheng, Wenlong Dai, Peng Hao, Yintang Wang

“…Abstract Background: The relationship between serum glucose/potassium ratio (GPR) and the adverse outcomes in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) has not been completely clarified. …”
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Visual Perception and Fixation Patterns in an Individual with Ventral Simultanagnosia, Integrative Agnosia and Bilateral Visual Field Loss by Isla Williams, Andrea Phillipou, Elsdon Storey, Peter Brotchie, Larry Abel

“…Background/Objectives: As high-acuity vision is limited to a very small visual angle, examination of a scene requires multiple fixations. …”
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Patient-reported long-term sexual morbidity in prostate cancer survivors treated with external beam radiation therapy alone or combined with high-dose-rate brachytherapy by Trude B. Wedde, Milada S. Hagen, Kari M. Vatne, Line B. Nilsen, Taran P. Hellebust, Wolfgang Lilleby

“…The aim of this long-term cross-sectional study was to compare patient-reported sexual function, hormonal symptoms and quality of life (QoL) after EBRT-only or HDR-BT+.  Methods: In 2016, minimum 5 years after treatment, men treated with HDR-BT+ (n = 248) or EBRT-only (n = 91) responded to a questionnaire containing the Expanded Prostate Cancer Index Composite (EPIC)-26 and the Short Form-12 (SF-12).  …”
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Unicortical Locking Screws Provide Comparable Rigidity to Bicortical Compression Screws in Tranverse Mid-Shaft Clavicle Fracture Plate Fixation Constructs by Curtis W. Hartman, Nicholas C. Branting, Matthew A. Mormino, Timothy J. Lackner, Bradford P. Zitsch, Edward V. Fehringer, Hani Haider

“…The purpose of this study was to compare bicortical compression and unicortical locked clavicle plate constructs biomechanically. <b>Materials and Methods</b>: Ten fourth-generation composite transverse mid-shaft clavicle osteotomy specimens were assigned to two groups, and each clavicle was fixed with an eight-hole second-generation 3.5 mm pelvic reconstruction plate placed superiorly. …”
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Gut microbiome in patients with early-stage and late-stage endometriosis by Zhaoxia Cai, Ziwei Zhou, Sixia Huang, Song Ma, Yuying Chen, Yuzhen Cao, Ying Ma

“…Abstract Background Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory gynecological disease. …”
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The inferred modulation of correlated vaginal microbiota and metabolome by cervical differentially expressed genes across distinct CIN grades by Wenkui Dai, Yu Liu, Xin Jiang, Ruinan Xu, Chunlei Guo, Jun Hou, Di Wu, Changzhong Li, Hui Du, Ruifang Wu

“…Abstract Background In vitro studies have demonstrated the modulation of vaginal microbiota (VM) by cervical peptides which levels varied with the status of HPV infection and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) grades. …”
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An intervention framework for the adoption of solar home system technology in rural Vhembe district, South Africa by Ranganai Chidembo, Joseph Francis, Simbarashe Kativhu

“…Abstract Background Solar photovoltaic technology is one of the promising renewable energy solutions of the twenty-first century. …”
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Qualitative exploration of determinants of active mobility and social participation in Urban neighborhoods: individual perceptions over objective factors? by Lukas Bollenbach, Martina Kanning, Christina Niermann

“…Abstract Background Urban neighborhood environments play an important role in facilitating or hindering residents to engage in active mobility and social participation. …”
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Multi-omics analysis reveals Lactobacillus and Indolelactic acid involved in small intestinal adaptation of piglet with short bowel syndrome by Weipeng Wang, Ying Lu, Bo Wu, Shicheng Peng, Wei Cai, Yongtao Xiao

“…Abstract Background Short bowel syndrome (SBS) is a condition characterized by malabsorption that occurs when a patient loses a significant amount of bowel length or function, often necessitating lifelong parenteral nutrition support. …”
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The impact of internet use on the health status of the older adults in China: a chain mediating model of social interaction and physical exercise by Jiangwei Hu, Haoxian Mai, Chunyun Tan, Yingying Du

“…BackgroundAs China’s population aging intensifies, older adults face growing health risks. …”
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Work stress and burnout among radiology nurses: a cross-sectional study on the mediating role of effort-reward imbalance by ChunQiao Wu, Qian Sun, Ping Liu, Jianbo Ni, Jianhua Gu

“…BackgroundRadiology nurses face escalating occupational stressors associated with technological advancements and expanding clinical roles; however, evidence on burnout determinants in this specialized population remains limited. …”
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Ante-mortem cognitive trajectories associated with Aβ and tau biomarker profiles in older adults with cerebrovascular disease: a longitudinal cohort study by Emily Rosenich, Yen Ying Lim, on behalf of the National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center

“…Abstract Background Beta-amyloid (Aβ) plaques and tau tangles are pathological hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease (AD); however, autopsy studies reveal that most older adults also present with cerebrovascular disease (CVD) markers. …”
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Neutrophil percentage-to-albumin ratio mediates the association between life’s crucial 9 with cardiorenal syndrome: a secondary data analysis from NHANES by Zhe Fang, Jiawen Zhao, Hongyang Gong

“…Abstract Background Several studies have suggested a potential link between cardiovascular health, inflammation, and cardiorenal syndrome (CRS). …”
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Psychometric characteristics of the Chinese version of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale among people with mental health diagnosis by Sanrong Xiao, Qing Ge, Ting Wang, Minxuan Zhang, Anquan Hu, Xiangyang Zhang

“…Abstract Background Die by suicide is a significant public health issue globally, especially among individuals with mental health diagnoses. …”
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Impact of smoking cessation on cardiovascular outcomes in patients with myocardial infarction with nonobstructive coronary arteries by Side Gao, Sizhuang Huang, Xinming Liu, Mengyue Yu, Lin Zhao

“…Background: : Smoking is a preventable risk factor for incident cardiovascular disease. …”
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Determinants of improvement trends in health workers' compliance with outpatient malaria case-management guidelines at health facilities with available "test and treat" commodities... by Beatrice Amboko, Kasia Stepniewska, Lucas Malla, Beatrice Machini, Philip Bejon, Robert W Snow, Dejan Zurovac

“…<h4>Background</h4>Health workers' compliance with outpatient malaria case-management guidelines has been improving in Africa. …”
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The effect of exposure to the COVID-19 pandemic on nutritional status and cognitive, motor, and behavioural development among children aged 20 months in rural Bangladesh: A repeate... by Jena Derakhshani Hamadani, Saiful Alam Bhuiyan, Mohammed Imrul Hasan, Sally Grantham-McGregor, S M Mulk Uddin Tipu, Diego Parra Alvarez, Shamima Shiraji, Laura Becerra Luna, Syed Nazmul Huda, Norbert Rudiger Schady, Alaka Holla

“…<h4>Background</h4>Past studies have documented detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the learning and mental health of preschool- and school-age children. …”
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Development of the nursing practice scale to enhance resilience in family caregivers and evaluation of its reliability and validity by Ruxin Lei, Kazuaki Tanabe, Chie Teramoto, Hiroyuki Sawatari, Mikako Yoshihara, Hisae Nakatani

“…Abstract Background Home-visiting nurses play a pivotal role in helping family caregivers adapt to home-based care. …”
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Clinical and radiographic outcomes of endocrowns fabricated from two different CAD-CAM materials versus stainless steel crowns in restoring first permanent molars in children: a ra... by Ahmed Ismail Taha, Aya Ehab Saad

“…Abstract Background Restoring first permanent molars after endodontic treatment in children is challenging. …”
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