The Perioperative NonaGEnaRIan And cenTenarian suRgICal (GERIATRIC) Risk Stratification Tool by Laurence Weinberg, PhD, Dong Kyu Lee, PhD, Luke Fletcher, MD, Bobby Ou Yang, MD, Jadon Karp, MD, Anoop N Koshy, PhD, Ranjan Guha, FANZCA, Hugh Slifirski, MD, Michael R D’Silva, MD, Rinaldo Bellomo, PhD, Leonid Churilov, PhD

“…The primary outcome was the ability of the risk stratification tool to effectively classify patients into those who may or may not experience a postoperative complications or mortality within their index hospital stay. …”
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A deep learning based ultrasound diagnostic tool driven by 3D visualization of thyroid nodules by Yahan Zhou, Chen Chen, Jincao Yao, Jiabin Yu, Bojian Feng, Lin Sui, Yuqi Yan, Xiayi Chen, Yuanzhen Liu, Xiao Zhang, Hui Wang, Qianmeng Pan, Weijie Zou, Qi Zhang, Lu Lin, Chenke Xu, Shengxing Yuan, Qingquan He, Xiaofan Ding, Ping Liang, Vicky Yang Wang, Dong Xu

“…Abstract Recognizing the limitations of computer-assisted tools for thyroid nodule diagnosis using static ultrasound images, this study developed a diagnostic tool utilizing dynamic ultrasound video, namely Thyroid Nodules Visualization (TNVis), by leveraging a two-stage deep learning framework that involved three-dimensional (3D) visualization. …”
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I-RANT: Training session on a novel, scripted, bystander microaggression intervention tool for medical students by Emily Grass, Caroline Astemborski, James M Lewis

“…The study goal was to assess the ability of a training session to impact learners’ recognition of microaggressions, confidence in intervening, and competency in applying the I-RANT tool. …”
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Comparison of the ability to diagnose gestational diabetes mellitus between glycated albumin or fructosamine and hemoglobin A1c—a meta-analysis of diagnostic studies by Satoru Kodama, Takaho Yamada, Noriko Yagyuda, Nanako Tanaka, Sijia Wu, Efrem D’Avila Ferreira, Khin Laymon, Kazuya Fujihara, Chika Horikawa, Yoko Yachi, Hirohito Sone

“…Although there was no statistically significant difference in diagnostic ability between GA or Fruc and A1C, the value of the positive likelihood ratio indicated that GA or Fruc was somewhat more useful than A1C as a rule-in test for the diagnosis of GDM. …”
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EVALUATION OF A DIDACTIC MODEL USING A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH: AN INNOVATIVE TOOL APPLIED TO ECOLOGY TEACHING by Natalia A. Grigorash

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THE IMPACT OF E-COMIC AS A LEARNING TOOL ON SHORT STORY WRITING AMONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS by yunita widodo

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A Novel Tool Improves Existing Estimates of Recent Tuberculosis Transmission in Settings of Sparse Data Collection. by Parastu Kasaie, Barun Mathema, W David Kelton, Andrew S Azman, Jeff Pennington, David W Dowdy

“…We tested these tools on a set of unrelated simulations (validation set), and compared their performance against that of the traditional 'n-1' approach. …”
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Pathogen-specific epitopes as epidemiological tools for defining the magnitude of Mycobacterium leprae transmission in areas endemic for leprosy. by Marcia V S B Martins, Marjorie M da S Guimarães, John S Spencer, Mariana A V B Hacker, Luciana S Costa, Fernanda M Carvalho, Annemieke Geluk, Jolien J van der Ploeg-van Schip, Maria A A Pontes, Heitor S Gonçalves, Janvier P de Morais, Tereza J P G Bandeira, Maria C V Pessolani, Patrick J Brennan, Geraldo M B Pereira

“…In a previous study, 58 synthetic peptides derived from these sequences were tested for their ability to induce production of IFN-γ in PBMC from endemic controls (EC) with unknown exposure to M. leprae, household contacts of leprosy patients and patients, indicating the potential of these synthetic peptides for the diagnosis of sub- or preclinical forms of leprosy. …”
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Artificial MiRNA Knockdown of Platelet Glycoprotein lbα: A Tool for Platelet Gene Silencing. by Tim Thijs, Katleen Broos, Stefaan J Soenen, Aline Vandenbulcke, Karen Vanhoorelbeke, Hans Deckmyn, Isabelle I Salles-Crawley

“…Hence, we believe that artificial miRNAs are suitable tools to unravel the role of a protein of interest in stem cells, megakaryocytes and platelets, thereby expanding their application to novel fields of basic and translational research.…”
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ConciliaMed: an interactive mobile and web tool to reconcile chronic medications of patients undergoing elective surgery by Bernardo Santos-Ramos, Eva Rocío Alfaro-Lara, María Dolores Santos-Rubio, Pablo Ciudad-Gutiérrez, Paloma Suárez-Casillas, Ana Belén Guisado-Gil

“…A higher level of satisfaction with the tool was achieved by the test participants (4.67±0.58). …”
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“Lingo Climb” for vocabulary learning: Developing a game-based learning tool for elementary EFL students by Nina Sofiana, Aprilia Riyana Putri, Muhammad Alie Muzakki, Husni Mubarok

“…Results indicated significant improvements in students’ vocabulary mastery, with teachers and students praising the tool for its cultural relevance, practicality, and ability to foster engagement and collaboration. …”
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The validation of the CTS-6 Evaluation Tool for diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in Thai wheelchair users. by Montana Buntragulpoontawee, Siam Tongprasert, Jiraporn Khorana, Kittipong Kitisak, Waris Karinuntakul, Sineenard Pornjaksawan, Phichayut Phinyo

“…<h4>Objective</h4>The CTS-6 Evaluation Tool is a clinical diagnostic tool for carpal tunnel syndrome. …”
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Computer Vision as a Tool to Support Quality Control and Robotic Handling of Fruit: A Case Study by Estêvão Vale Filho, Luan Lang, Martim L. Aguiar, Rodrigo Antunes, Nuno Pereira, Pedro Dinis Gaspar

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Self‐Report Tool for Identification of Individuals With Coronary Atherosclerosis: The Swedish CardioPulmonary BioImage Study by Göran Bergström, Eva Hagberg, Elias Björnson, Martin Adiels, Carl Bonander, Ulf Strömberg, Jonas Andersson, Mattias Brunström, Carl‐Johan Carlhäll, Gunnar Engström, David Erlinge, Isabel Goncalves, Anders Gummesson, Emil Hagström, Ola Hjelmgren, Stefan James, Magnus Janzon, Lena Jonasson, Lars Lind, Martin Magnusson, Viktor Oskarsson, Johan Sundström, Per Svensson, Stefan Söderberg, Raquel Themudo, Carl Johan Östgren, Tomas Jernberg

“…For comparison, we also developed a tool using variables from laboratory tests, physical examinations, and self‐report (clinical tool) and evaluated both models using receiver operating characteristic curve analysis, external validation, and benchmarked against factors in the pooled cohort equation. …”
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Comparing the Postural Assessment Scale for Stroke and Berg Balance Scale for predicting community walking ability at discharge in subacute stroke: a prospective cohort study by Chutipa Worraridthanon, Maria Justine, Akkradate Siriphorn

“…Conclusions PASS and BBS assessed at admission are highly accurate tools for predicting community ambulation at discharge in subacute stroke patients, with BBS demonstrating a slight advantage, particularly in its positive predictive value. …”
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A confirmatory factor analysis of scientific critical thinking in secondary school by Ronnakorn Rattanachaithada, Parama Kwangmuang, Pornsawan Vongtathum, Romwarin Gamlunglert, Sanit Srikoon

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Perceptions on Genetic and Genome Screening among College Students in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi by Habiba Alsafar, Deema Islayem, Reem Almansoori, Tahnoon Alnahyan, Abdulla Alhammadi, Raven Haan, Guan Tay

“…The main factors that affected knowledge and attitude were gender and prior knowledge of genetic testing. Conclusion: This study used surveys as an effective tool to evaluate the general knowledge of genetic testing of the general public. …”
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Effectiveness of adjunctive screening tools for potentially malignant oral disorders and oral cancer: A systematic review by Khalid Zabin Alotaibi, Shaul Hameed Kolarkodi

“…Background and objectives: To enhance the abilities of healthcare professionals to make informed treatment decisions and establish accurate diagnoses, it is essential to assess the diagnostic reliability of different adjunctive aids. …”
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Reliability and objectivity of the susceptibility test of the body injuries during a fall of physiotherapy students by Jarosław Klimczak, Michał Oleksy, Bartłomiej Gąsienica-Walczak

“…This non-apparatus test is a reliable and easy to use tool, available for experts dealing with falls and their consequences, and preventive approaches. …”
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Smart medical report: efficient detection of common and rare diseases on common blood tests by Ákos Németh, Ákos Németh, Gábor Tóth, Péter Fülöp, György Paragh, Bíborka Nádró, Zsolt Karányi, György Paragh, Zsolt Horváth, Zsolt Csernák, Zsolt Csernák, Erzsébet Pintér, Erzsébet Pintér, Dániel Sándor, Dániel Sándor, Gábor Bagyó, István Édes, János Kappelmayer, Mariann Harangi, Bálint Daróczy, Bálint Daróczy

“…IntroductionThe integration of AI into healthcare is widely anticipated to revolutionize medical diagnostics, enabling earlier, more accurate disease detection and personalized care.MethodsIn this study, we developed and validated an AI-assisted diagnostic support tool using only routinely ordered and broadly available blood tests to predict the presence of major chronic and acute diseases as well as rare disorders.ResultsOur model was tested on both retrospective and prospective datasets comprising over one million patients. …”
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