Biocompatibility of new cement based capping material prepared from eggshell and biopolymer (chitosan). by Hemn M. Sarmamy, Dara H. Saeed

“…At 14 days time period, the edematous inflammatory reaction appeared to be reduced and the collagen fibers arranged closer to each other when compared with the previous time period this was the same for other the groups.At 21 days time period For control, Experimental, MTA and Biodentine group there were complete resolution of the edematous reaction with the formation of thick collagen bundles accompanied by typical fibroblast cells. …”
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A pilot cluster randomized controlled trial assessing uptake of PrEP and contraception in hair salons in South Africa by Ingrid V. Bassett, Joyce Yan, Sabina Govere, Sthabile Shezi, Lungile M. Ngcobo, Shruti Sagar, Jana Jarolimova, Dani Zionts, Anele Khumalo, Zinhle Zwane, Christina Psaros, Nduduzo Dube, Robert A. Parker

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A randomised trial comparing preoperative administration of single-dose kefazolin to kefazolin plus metronidazole as prophylactic antibiotics at caesarean section by R Lamfel, L Snyman, L Seopela, G Jahn, P Becker

“…Postpartum infection is multifactorial and there are multiple factors that can be addressed in strengthening the sepsis care bundle. We do not recommend the addition of metronidazole to kefazolin as prophylaxis at caesarean section. …”
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The impact of gestational age limits on abortion-related outcomes: a synthesis of legal and health evidence by Fiona de Londras, Amanda Cleeve, Maria I. Rodriguez, Alana Farrell, Magdalena Furgalska, Antonella F. Lavelanet

“…Results GLs do not prevent people from seeking abortion but do operate as a regulatory barrier that can result in people seeking abortion outside of the formal health system or unwillingly continuing pregnancy. In many jurisdictions, they interact with the criminalization of abortion, with significant health and non-health impacts. …”
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Modelling the mode choice behaviour of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) users in the Solent area of the UK by Nazam Ali, Seda Sucu Sagmanli, Nima Dadashzadeh, Djamila Ouelhadj

“…Some policy insights for successful implementation of MaaS programme; such as integrated shared modes with frequent public transport during morning and evening peak hours, inclusion of accessible taxis and rehabilitation buses, and stepwise discounted bundling system, are recommended. This study serves as a comprehensive guide to investigate the factors affecting the mode choice of MaaS users and provides a basis for future research to improve the understanding of factors for stakeholders to improve the operations of MaaS for successful implementations.…”
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Defining and measuring long COVID fatigue: a scoping review by Deborah Edwards, Jennifer Davies, Christine Bundy, Rachael Pattinson, Bethan Thomas, Carys Dale, Benjamin Jenkins, Helena Lande

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Improving antibiotic utilization in West Africa: enhancing interventions through systematic review and evidence synthesis by Eric S. Donkor, Abdul-Halim Osman, Bill Clinton Aglomasa, Aaron Awere-Duodu, Alex Odoom, Bismark Opoku-Asare, Gilbert Lazarus

“…AMS was effective to varying degrees with bundled interventions and gamified antimicrobial stewardship decision support application being the most effective. …”
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Intranasal Testing and Treatment for Staphylococcus aureus With Intravenous Vancomycin and Intranasal Povidone-iodine Prior to Posterior Spinal Fusion: A Retrospective Cohort Study... by Jason Malone, DO, Alex Lee-Norris, DO, Austin Wynn, MD, Kaitlin Maher, PA-C, John Lovejoy, III, MD, Ryan Illgenfritz, MD, Margaret Baldwin, MD, Adriana Cadilla, MD, Kathryn Farrell, MSN, Emily Craver, MS

“…Both hospitals had the same preoperative surgical bundle except that Group B included testing for S. aureus and treatment preoperatively if positive. …”
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Valores de referencia para TSH y T4 libre en la población de Medellín, Colombia by Maria Antonia Rico Mesa, Sara León-Aldana, Marta Gómez, Liliana Ocampo, Silvana Builes, Verónica Abad

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