A Cross Sectional Study of Assessment of Hearing in Infants of Gestational Diabetes Mothers by Srikanth Gopinath, Arulmozhi Sakthignanavel, Atul Mukul Bage, Rajan ND, Sasmita Mishra

“…Present study is aimed to assess the impact of hearing among babies born to gestational diabetic mothers. Material & Methods: This study was conducted among 100 pregnant mothers who gave birth in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department in a medical college in Pondicherry from December 2020 to July 2022. 50 pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) were assigned to Group 1 and 50 pregnant women who had no GDM were assigned to Group 2. …”
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Characteristics of Cenozoic volcanic edifices in the Pingnan area, Xihu Sag by Naiquan SUN, Donghui JIANG, Jie PAN, Yang GAO, Renhai PU, Xinxu DONG

“…In this zone, the increased local geotemperature caused by magmatic activity produced significant impacts on the thermal evolution of source rocks and the formation of secondary pores in sandstone reservoirs and also serves as a significant indicator of regional tectonic movements, thus holding great significance for understanding the regional geological history. Objective and Methods This study aims to determine the formation stages and distribution patterns of igneous rocks as the cap rocks in the southern Pinghu slope zone. …”
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The rectus abdominis tendon insertion to the pubic bone and its clinical implications: A cadaveric study by Tourvas Evangelos A., Zibis Aristidis H., Klontzas Michail E., Karantanas Apostolos H., Bastian Johannes D., Tosounidis Theodoros H.

“…Purpose: The primary aim of this study is to determine the rectus abdominis tendon (RAT) insertional anatomy and consequently clarify the extension of secure mobilization of the tendon from the pubic bone in the setting of anterior approaches in pelvic and acetabular reconstruction surgery. Materials and methods: Eleven fresh frozen cadaveric pelvises were dissected by two fellowship-trained orthopaedic trauma surgeons utilizing the anterior intrapelvic approach (AIP). …”
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Efficacy and safety of antifibrotic drugs for interstitial lung diseases other than IPF: A systematic review, meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis. by Mei Yang, Yuying Tan, Ting Yang, Dan Xu, Mei Chen, Lei Chen

“…However, its efficacy and safety for interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) other than IPF are not fully understood.<h4>Methods</h4>We updated a systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis (TSA) of randomized controlled trials and prospective studies on antifibrotic drug (nintedanib or pirfenidone) vs other intervention (placebo, no intervention or conventional treatment) in non-IPF ILDs. …”
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Sex differences in anaerobic performance in CrossFit® athletes: a comparison of three different all-out tests by Tomás Ponce-García, Jerónimo García-Romero, Laura Carrasco-Fernández, Alejandro Castillo-Domínguez, Javier Benítez-Porres

“…Therefore, the primary purpose of this study was to determine the anaerobic performance differences between sexes in CF athletes in terms of absolute and relative values. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted over 2 weeks. …”
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Evaluating the association of depressive symptoms on serum folate and erythrocyte folate levels based on the 2017–2020 NHANES database by Yunhong Yang, Huaqian Qi, Jiahao Zhang, Jie Jia, Yunsong Yang, Hong Zhao

“…ObjectiveTo improve further the management of the nutritional status and dietary habits of depressed patients.MethodsThis study investigated the effect of different severity states of depressive symptoms on serum and erythrocyte folate levels using the Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) database from 2017 to 2020. …”
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Effectiveness of Percutaneous Hypodermic Needle Release of Trigger Finger: A Prospective Study by R Sahaya Jose, M Syed Moosa, SL Binesh

“…Our aim of the study is to assess the pain and functional outcome following the percutaneous release of the trigger finger by using the visual analog scale (VAS), quick disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand (Q-DASH) score, and Quinnell's criteria, respectively, at regular follow-up intervals of 1, 3, 6 months, and 1 year. Material and methods: This is a prospective study conducted between March 2021 and February 2023. …”
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Cost Effectiveness of Insulin Glargine versus Neutral Protamin Hagedorn Insulin in the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Patients in Turkey by Ilhan Satman, Hayley Bennett, Candeger Yilmaz, Sazi Imamoglu, Goksun Ayvaz, Abdurrahman Comlekci, Demet Ozkaya, Toros Sahin

“…**Objective:** To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of insulin glargine compared to NPH insulin in patients with T2DM in Turkey, from a Social Security Institution perspective. **Methods:** A previously published discrete event simulation model of T2DM progression was utilised to characterise the cost-effectiveness of insulin glargine in a Turkish population given the benefits observed in clinical practice. …”
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A prospective model of the potential clinical and economic impact of cervical cancer screening supported by a mobile phone app. by Fredrick Chite Asirwa, Brian W Bresnahan, Faith Yego, Dana Duncan, James K Karichu, Louis P Garrison

“…Increasing the use of mobile technology can support follow-up care in cervical cancer screening programs.<h4>Methods</h4>We developed a prospective clinico-economic model to assess the potential impact of a mobile phone-based application ("app") communicating laboratory results and recommendations to improve follow-up care for cervical cancer screening in Kenya. …”
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Study of Treatment in Heart Disease Patients Installation in Undata Hospital, Central Sulawesi by Niluh Puspita Dewi, Indah Kurnia Utami, Al'vira Gunawan, Muh. Thamrin Tahir, Syafika Alaydrus, Nani Astria Polontalo

“…The purposesof this study was to describe t he characteristics and use of heart disease drugs based on parameters of rationality of drug use in Undata Hospital, Central Sulawesi Province including gender, age, heart drug class, complementary drug class, length of hospitalization, laboratory data, comorbidities , appropriate indications, the right drugs and the right dose. Methods: This researchsis a non-experimental type of research conducted prospectively during February-April 2022. …”
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MiR-18a-LncRNA NONRATG-022419 pairs targeted PRG-1 regulates diabetic induced cognitive impairment by regulating NGF\BDNF-Trkb signaling pathway by Qiong Xiang, Hu Lin, Jia-Sheng Tao, Chuan-Jun Fu, Li-Ni Liu, Jing Deng, Xian-Hui Li

“…The aim of current study was to provide insight into molecular mechanism and cellular heterogeneity underlying DCD, and investigate the functional role of PRG-1 involved in this process. Methods Combined Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) and RNA transcriptome analysis, the distinct sub-populations, functional heterogeneity as well as potential enriched signaling pathways of hippocampal cells could be elucidated. …”
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Patient Perspective on Robotic-Assisted Total Joint Arthroplasty by Siddhartha Dandamudi, BBA, Kyleen Jan, MD, Madelyn Malvitz, BS, Anne DeBenedetti, MSc, Omar Behery, MD, MPH, Brett R. Levine, MD, MS

“…This study aims to assess patients' expectations on robotic technology in TJA. Methods: A 9-question survey assessing patient understanding and expectations of the use of robotics in TJA was distributed to preoperative and postoperative hip and knee patients of five surgeons at a high-volume academic center. …”
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Investigation Report and Analysis Knowledge, attitudes and vaccination status regarding HPV vaccines among female healthcare workers at vaccination clinics in Beijing city: a surve... by Haikun QIAN, Wenyan JI, Luodan SUO

“…ObjectiveTo understand the knowledge level, attitudes, and vaccination behaviors regarding Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines among female healthcare workers providing HPV vaccination services in Beijing′s immunization clinics, and to provide references for improving HPV vaccination rates in Beijing. MethodsIn June 2023, a self-designed online questionnaire was distributed through work groups to female healthcare workers involved in HPV vaccination services at all Beijing immunization clinics providing HPV vaccines. …”
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The decision-making process and experiences of women returning to work after parental leave: a qualitative systematic review protocol by Safiye Sahin, Sabine S. Dunbar, Gurmeet Sehgal, Lisa R. Roberts, Jan M. Nick

“…Studies from diverse cultural and geographical settings, including peer-reviewed journals and gray literature, will be considered without restrictions on publication date or language. Methods The review will adhere to the JBI approach for qualitative systematic reviews. …”
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Understanding sociodemographic differences in climate behavior, climate policy acceptance, and political participation by Lena Lehrer, Lennart Hellmann, Cornelia Betsch

“…Yet, the sociodemographic effects may vary for the single facets of the readiness to act against climate change—namely individual climate-friendly behavior, acceptance of climate-protection policies, and political participation. Methods: Data from four waves (2022–2023) of the Planetary Health Action Survey (PACE) were analyzed (N = 3,830, nonprobabilistic representative German sample). …”
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No Difference in Two-Dimensional Kinematic Assessment of a 45-Degree Sidestep Cut Compared to Qualitative Assessment by Lauren Butler, Charles Wyatt, Alexa Martinez, Ashley Erdman, Eryn Milian, Dai Sugimoto, Alex Loewen, Jeffrey Fernandez, Kristin Hayden, Amie DeVerna, Kirsten Tulchin-Francis, Sophia Ulman

“… # Study Design Observational cohort, repeated measures reliability study # Methods Twenty-five healthy female athletes (age 13.8±1.4 years) performed three sidestep cuts with two-dimensional video capturing frontal and sagittal views. …”
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Novice Inter-Rater Reliability on the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) After a 4-Hour Training Session by Brent Harper, Adrian Aron

“… # Study Design Inter-rater reliability study. # Methods Two novice raters received training on assessing movement using the SFMA. …”
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A Prospective Study of Lumbar Facet Arthroplasty in the Treatment of Degenerative Spondylolisthesis and Stenosis: Early Cost-effective Assessment from the Total Posterior Spine Sys... by Jared D. Ament, Amir Vokshoor, Yaser Badr, Todd Lanman, Kee D. Kim, J. Patrick Johnson

“…**Objective:** To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of TOPS™ compared with TLIF. **Methods:** The study patient population was extracted from a multicenter RCT with current enrollment at n=121 with complete 1-year follow-up. …”
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Swasthya Pahal (Health for All) Using a Sustainable, Multisector, Accessible, Affordable, Reimbursable, and Tailored Informatics Framework in Rural and Urban Areas of Chennai, Tami... by Ashish Joshi, Krishna Mohan Surapaneni, Ashoo Grover, Harpreet Kaur, Sofia Rani Saggu, Doilyn Oliveira

“…This objective can be met by generating risk factor profiles of individuals enrolled and enhancing their self-management of NCDs using a portable health information kiosk that uses the Sustainable, Multisector, Accessible, Affordable, Reimbursable, and Tailored (SMAART) model. MethodsA quantitative study will be conducted on a convenient sample of 2800 individuals from selected hospital and community settings in rural (n=1400) and urban areas (n=1400) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. …”
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Interpersonal Coordination between Female Soccer Players: Leader-Follower Roles within a Collision-Avoidance Task by Courtney A Fernandes, Grant E Norte, Sarah M Schwab, Alli Gokeler, Amanda Murray, David M Bazett-Jones, David A Sherman

“… # Study Design Cross-Sectional # Methods Nine female athletes with a history of lower extremity injuries and nine without injuries were paired into dyads. …”
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