Nonlinear association between proteinuria levels and the risk of cardiovascular disease events and all-cause mortality among chronic kidney disease patients by Haiying Song, Yuheng Liao, Haofei Hu, Qijun Wan

“…Background The association between proteinuria levels and cardiovascular disease (CVD) development and all-cause mortality in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients remains controversial.Methods In this investigation, we conducted a retrospective analysis involving 1138 patients who were registered in the CKD-Research of Outcomes in Treatment and Epidemiology (ROUTE) study. …”
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Impact of kidney volume on incidence of in-hospital kidney-related adverse outcomes in patients with acute heart failure by Akira Saito, Taku Asano, Nobuyuki Komiyama, Sachiko Ohde

“…Abstract Background Recent studies revealed an association between small kidney volume and progression of kidney dysfunction in particular settings such as kidney transplantation and transcatheter aortic valve implantation. …”
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Association between ambient temperature and increased total length of hospital stay of patients with cardiopulmonary disease in Hong Kong by Chenxiang Long, Shengyu Guo, Ping Tian, Yingying Sun

“…BackgroundWhile temperature extremes have been shown to be associated with an increased risk of hospital admissions, evidence of their impact on the length of hospital stay, which may capture the lingering effects of temperature extremes, is scarce.ObjectivesWe aimed to evaluate the association between daily variation in ambient temperature and daily variation in daily total length of stay (daily TLOS), a composite measure encompassing the daily count of hospital admissions and their corresponding length of hospital stay among cardiopulmonary patients. …”
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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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Symptom scale for anxiety and depression disorders (ESTAD): psychometric properties and sociodemographic profile in Peruvian university students by Nicolás Valle-Palomino, Danae de Lourdes Talledo-Sebedón, Mirtha Mercedes Fernández-Mantilla, Boris Ricardo Córdova-Cánova, Miguel Ángel Saldarriaga-Villar, María de Fátima Montero-Chuyes, Brunella Orlandini-Valle, Mariana Belén Carrera-Risco, Favio André Reyes-Quezada, Óscar Manuel Vela-Miranda

“…Abstract Background Anxiety and depression are two of the main psychological disorders that affect thousands of people in the world, including university students. …”
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Modifications to the National Early Warning Score 2: a Scoping Review by Victoria Riccalton, Lynsey Threlfall, Ananya Ananthakrishnan, Cen Cong, Madison Milne-Ives, Peta Le Roux, Chris Plummer, Edward Meinert

“…Abstract Background The National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2) has been adopted as the standard approach for early detection of deterioration in clinical settings in the UK, and is also used in many non-UK settings. …”
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The independent and joint relationships between dietary antioxidant intake with risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and all-cause mortality: insights from NHANES by Yifeng Xu, Zhaoqi Yan, Keke Li, Liangji Liu, Lei Xu

“…BackgroundNumerous studies have indicated that a diet rich in antioxidants can prevent Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). …”
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Prognostic value of serum angiopoietin-like protein 2 in patients with acute coronary syndrome by Guangfeng Zuo, Juan Zhang, Hao Xie

“…Abstract Background Angiopoietin-like protein 2 (Angptl2) is a cytokine that is released to stimulate inflammation and accelerate atherogenesis. …”
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Psychometric properties of the perceived stress scale (PSS‐10) among pregnant women in China by ZiYang Zhang, Qingzhi Wang, Qingzhi Wang

“…BackgroundPregnancy, a transformative phase, is often fraught with considerable psychological stress. …”
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Predictors of Helmet CPAP Failure in COVID-19 Pneumonia: A Prospective, Multicenter, and Observational Cohort Study by Pierachille Santus, Stefano Pini, Francesco Amati, Marina Saad, Marina Gatti, Michele Mondoni, Francesco Tursi, Maurizio Rizzi, Davide Alberto Chiumello, Valter Monzani, Francesco Blasi, Stefano Aliberti, Dejan Radovanovic

“…Background. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) can be beneficial in acute respiratory failure (ARF) due to coronavirus (COVID-19) pneumonia, but delaying endotracheal intubation (ETI) in nonresponders may increase mortality. …”
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Validation of the Malay version of the Diabetes Health Literacy Scale among Malaysian adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus by Pei Ling Ng, Wan Nor Arifin, Wan Mohd Izani Wan Mohamed, Rosnani Zakaria, Yee Cheng Kueh

“…Background The aims of this study were to translate and adapt the Diabetes Health Literacy Scale (DHLS) to Malay, and to determine the validity and reliability of the Malay version of the DHLS (DHLS-M) among Malaysian adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). …”
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Absorption spectra and crystal chemistry of quartz implanted with cobalt ions by A. I. Bakhtin, A. V. Mukhametshin, O. N. Lopatin, V. F. Valeev, V. I. Nuzhdin, R. I. Khaibullin

“…Taking into account the quantum-optical properties of cobalt spinel (laser shutters), the method of ion-beam modification of mineral crystal structures, quartz in particular, is highly promising in terms of creating new composite materials based on natural and artificial mineral raw materials.…”
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Examining the association between maternal junk food consumption and obesity among children: evidence from a cross-sectional survey in India by Antaryami Dash, Shalem Balla, Shankar Das, Srinivas Goli

“…Abstract Background Childhood obesity is not only a concern for the immediate health of children but also imposes varied health implications throughout the life course and a significant burden on the healthcare system. …”
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Combined Risk Stratification With Patient Characteristics and Biomarkers in Patients Treated With the Impella for Cardiogenic Shock by Yuichi Saito, Yuki Shiko, Kazuya Tateishi, Koichi Toda, Goro Matsumiya, Yoshio Kobayashi

“…Background In patients with cardiogenic shock (CS), a percutaneous microaxial ventricular assist device (Impella, Abiomed, Danvers, MA) is a choice for temporary mechanical circulatory support. …”
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The impact of health behaviours on incident cardiovascular disease in Europeans and South Asians--a prospective analysis in the UK SABRE study. by Anne Eriksen, Therese Tillin, Laura O'Connor, Soren Brage, Alun Hughes, Jamil Mayet, Paul McKeigue, Peter Whincup, Nish Chaturvedi, Nita G Forouhi

“…<h4>Background</h4>There is consistent evidence on the impact of health behaviours on risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in European populations. …”
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Increased galanin-galanin receptor 1 signaling, inflammation, and insulin resistance are associated with affective symptoms and chronic fatigue syndrome due to long COVID. by Wasim Talib Mahdi Al Masoodi, Sami Waheed Radhi, Habiba Khdair Abdalsada, Mengqi Niu, Hussein Kadhem Al-Hakeim, Michael Maes

“…<h4>Background</h4>Patients with Long COVID (LC) often experience neuropsychiatric symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), collectively referred to as the physio-affective phenome of LC. …”
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Socioeconomic factors and all cause and cause-specific mortality among older people in Latin America, India, and China: a population-based cohort study. by Cleusa P Ferri, Daisy Acosta, Mariella Guerra, Yueqin Huang, Juan J Llibre-Rodriguez, Aquiles Salas, Ana Luisa Sosa, Joseph D Williams, Ciro Gaona, Zhaorui Liu, Lisseth Noriega-Fernandez, A T Jotheeswaran, Martin J Prince

“…<h4>Background</h4>Even in low and middle income countries most deaths occur in older adults. …”
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Predictors and development patterns of approximal caries: a retrospective cross-sectional radiographic assessment by Fatma Yilmaz

“…Abstract Background The varied presentation of approximal caries in clinical practice complicates their prediction. …”
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Textbook outcomes in the laparoscopic common bile duct exploration of choledocholithiasis: a new comprehensive quality evaluation criterion by Da Teng, Yue Xu

“…BackgroundThe textbook outcome (TO) is an innovative composite criterion that encompasses multiple perioperative events. …”
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Cardiovascular outcomes 50 years after antenatal exposure to betamethasone: Follow-up of a randomised double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. by Anthony G B Walters, Greg D Gamble, Caroline A Crowther, Stuart R Dalziel, Carl L Eagleton, Christopher J D McKinlay, Barry J Milne, Jane E Harding

“…<h4>Background</h4>Antenatal corticosteroids for women at risk of preterm birth reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality, but there is limited evidence regarding their effects on long-term health. …”
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