Zinc levels in severe eating disorders by Kara Leach, Dan V. Blalock, Judy Oakes, Melanie Hebert, Marina Foster, Philip S. Mehler

“…We investigated whether zinc levels correlated with severe malnutrition, with particular subtypes of eating disorders (EDs), and the effect of the refeeding process. Methods This prospective study included 92 adult patients with severe AN or ARFID hospitalized in a medical stabilization unit. …”
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A comprehensive analysis of percutaneous liver biopsy characteristics and pathological manifestations in a large patient cohort (2009–2024) by Minling Cao, Jiayi Zeng, Jiayu Wang, Junmin Jiang

“…Abstract Objective This study aimed to analyze the characteristics of patients undergoing percutaneous liver biopsies and investigate the pathological manifestations of four major liver diseases across different age groups. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted of 4,717 liver pathology reports from 2009 to 2024. …”
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Metasomatism and REE mineralization of the Zilair Formation sedimentary rocks in the Khudolaz complex gabbro massif exocontact zone (Chebarkul area, Southern Urals) by Evgeny I. Mikheev, Ildar R. Rakhimov, Elena O. Shaparenko, Elena I. Soroka

“…Mineralogical and geochemical characteristics of metasedimentary rocks from exocontact zone of the Khudolaz complex gabbro massif, study of rare earth minerals, determination of the formation conditions and sources of mineralizing fluids. Methods. Minerals were studied using optical and scanning electron microscopy; the bulk composition of the rocks was determined by XRF and ICP-MS analytical techniques; vapor-liquid fluid inclusions in calcite were studied using microthermometry and Raman spectroscopy; the isotopic composition of carbon and oxygen was determined for metasedimentary silicate-carbonate metasomatites. …”
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Receipt of specialized palliative care and health care utilization at the end of life in hematological cancer patients – the Stockholm experience by Lena von Bahr, Peter Strang, Torbjörn Schultz, Per Fürst

“…Therefore, the aim was to study the receipt of specialized palliative care (SPC) and how it affects health care utilization, in relation to sex, age, socioeconomics, and frailty risk (Hospital Frailty Risk Score [HFRS]). Methods: In a retrospective, observational registry study, all patients who died of a hematological malignancy during the years 2015–2021 in the Stockholm County were included and analyzed with descriptive statistics and logistic regression models. …”
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The impact of death and caring for the dying and their families on surgeons - an AI assisted systematic scoping review by Jun Rong Tan, Yun Ting Ong, Victoria Jia En Fam, Annushkha Sinnathamby, Nila Ravindran, Yaoyi Ng, Lalit Kumar Radha Krishna

“…It is hoped that the insights gained will better guide support and assessment of surgeons in their evolving roles. Methods Guided by the Systematic Evidence-based Approach (SEBA), we conducted a systematic scoping review (SSR). …”
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Global, regional, and national burdens of low back pain in women of childbearing age from 1990 to 2021: an analysis based on the global burden of disease study 2021 by Shiwen Zhang, Xuan Ma, Yao Yao, Huashan Pan, Lijuan Zou

“…Abstract Background Low back pain (LBP) is very common in women of child bearing age (WCBA) and is a major burden on individuals and society, but studies about it have not been reported. Methods Trend analyses were based on data from the Global Burden of Disease, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021. …”
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Health-Related Quality of Life and Psychological Outcomes in Participants with Symptomatic and Non-Symptomatic Knees after ACL Reconstruction by Johanna M. Hoch, Ansley Swann, Rachel Kleis, Matthew C. Hoch, Carrie Baker, Dee Dlugonski

“… # Study design Cross-sectional, survey # Methods Participants at least one-year after ACLR were recruited for the study and completed the Tegner Activity Scale, the Brief Resilience Scale (BRS), the modified Disablement in the Physically Active Scale (mDPA), and the Fear-Avoidance Belief Questionnaire (FABQ) at one time-point. …”
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Reliability of the Tuck Jump Assessment Using Standardized Rater Training by Kevin Racine, Meghan Warren, Craig Smith, Monica R. Lininger

“… # STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional reliability. # METHODS A website was created by a physical therapist (PT) with videos, written descriptors of the 10 TJA technique flaws, and examples of what constituted no flaw, minor flaw, or major flaw (0,1,2) using published standards. …”
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Visceral obesity augments prescription use: An analysis of the cross-sectional study of NHANES 2011-2018. by Maximino Acevedo-Fernández, Renata Ochoa Precoma, Leonardo M Porchia, Victor M Posadas, Enrique Torres-Rasgado, M Elba Gonzalez-Mejia, Esther López-Bayghen

“…Here, the aim was to evaluate the association between VATob and prescription use.<h4>Methods</h4>Data was collected from the NHANES dataset (2011-2018). …”
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Efficacy of rifaximin in the treatment of chronic relapsing diverticulitis by S. I. Achkasov, A. I. Moskalyov, Yu. L. Trubachyova, A. F. Filon

“…To estimate efficacy of rifaximin in complex conservative treatment of chronic diverticulitis.Material and methods. The main group included 43 patients that received 200 mg rifaximin every 8 h within conservative treatment mode for 14 days. …”
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Point-of-care lung ultrasound in detecting pneumonia: A systematic review by Iqra Abid, Nadia Qureshi, Nicola Lategan, Simon Williams, Sidra Shahid

“…This review aimed to investigate the benefits of point-of-care LUS for the early diagnosis of pneumonia compared to traditional chest X-rays (CXR) in a subgroup analysis including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. # Material and Methods This systematic review examined systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and original research from 2017 to 2021, comparing point-of-care LUS and CXR in diagnosing pneumonia among adults, pediatrics and geriatrics. …”
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Inhaled corticosteroids' effect on COVID-19 patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Yasra Badi, Mohamed Hammad, Abdelrahman G. Tawfik, Mona Muhe Eldeen Eshag, Mahmoud M. Elhady, Khaled Mohamed Ragab, Anas Zakarya Nourelden, Mohamed Hesham Gamal, Ahmed Hashem Fathallah

“…This study synthesizes current evidence of the effectiveness of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) on mortality, hospital length-of-stay (LOS), and improvement of smell scores in patients with COVID-19. # Methods We searched Embase, Web of Science, PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Scopus until Aug 2022. …”
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Mechanisms and regulatory pathways of recessive land use transition by TAN Lin, CHEN Lan

“…Clarifying the scientific connotation and intrinsic mechanisms of recessive land use transition and exploring regulatory pathways to address urban-rural economic and social transitions can provide a basis for optimizing territorial spatial patterns and promoting high-quality development. [Methods] Based on the improved social development model, we constructed a framework for the mechanisms of recessive land use transition. …”
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Retrospective Analysis of RSV Infection in Pediatric Patients: Epidemiology, Comorbidities, Treatment, and Costs in Dubai (2014-2023) by Jean Joury, Nawal Al Kaabi, Sara Al Dallal, Bassam Mahboub, Mostafa Zayed, Mohamed Abdelaziz, Jennifer Onwumeh-Okwundu, Mark A. Fletcher, Subramanyam Kumaresan, Badarinath C. Ramachandrachar, Mohamed Farghaly

“…**Objectives:** This study aimed to assess among children (<18 years) diagnosed with RSV the epidemiology, seasonality, comorbidities, treatment patterns, length of hospital stay, healthcare resource utilization (HCRU), and costs associated with pediatric infection in Dubai, UAE. **Methods:** This 10-year retrospective cohort study (Jan. 1, 2014–Sept. 30, 2023) utilized Dubai Real-World Database, a private insurance claims database. …”
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Exploring SME owners’ motivation to learn and acquire new skills for the adoption of e-commerce by Naledi D.D. Gallant, Anthea P. Amadi-Echendu, Elriza Esterhuyzen

“…Setting: The study focussed on Soweto-based SMEs in Johannesburg, South Africa. Methods: A qualitative methodology was deployed by drawing on the theoretical frameworks of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Motivational Model (MM). …”
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Modern modes of chronic hepatitis B treatment in daily clinical practice by M. V. Mayevskaya, M. A. Morozova, S. A. Ondos, V. T. Ivashkin

“…The low level of virologic response at of PEG-IFN treatment should be mentioned as well. Nowadays detailed international and Russian guidelines on with chronic hepatitis B patient management are developed. …”
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Predicting postoperative nausea and vomiting after cesarean section: a nomogram model combined with gastric ultrasound by Yingchao Liu, Huohu Zhong, Zhisen Dai, Yuxin Huang, Yibin Liu, Hefan He, Yuewen Liao, Weifeng Liu

“…Abstract Background To investigate the independent risk factors associated with postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) following Cesarean section procedures, and establish and validate a nomogram to predict them. Methods The clinical data of 116 adult patients who underwent Cesarean section procedures between August 2022 and February 2023 were included. …”
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Electrochemical properties of hydroxyapatite immobilization material for potential cytosensor fabrication by Dennis Adusei, Bernard O. Asimeng, Francis D. Krampa, Elvis K. Tiburu

“…In this regard, the electrochemical properties (EPs) of hydroxyapatite (HAp) material for the direct immobilisation of cells was investigated. Methods: Snail shell HAp (SHAp) material was synthesised from Achatina achatina snail shells and phosphate-containing solutions. …”
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A Nation-Wide Survey of High School Baseball Coaches’ Perceptions Indicates their Arm Care Programs Play a Role in Injury Prevention by K A Matsel, E E Weiss, R J Butler, M C Hoch, P M Westgate, T R Malone, T L Uhl

“… # Study Design Descriptive cross-sectional survey # Methods A 29-item online survey was emailed to 18,500 high school baseball coaches throughout the United States. …”
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Prophylactic antibiotics in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: Reducing postoperative infection risk–A meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis by Shufeng Wang, Qing Gao, Xiaogang Qi, Lihua Hong, Hai Huang

“…This meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis aims to assess the efficacy of prophylactic antibiotics in reducing the risk of postoperative infection following laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods: Multiple databases including PubMed, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, and Web of Science were systematically searched to identify relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published from inception to January 23, 2024. …”
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