Scenario-based assessment design: an implementation and analysis of Iranian EFL learners’ writing performance by Masumeh Rahimivand, Saeideh Ahangari, Nasrin Hadidi Tamjid

“…The SBA model’s effectiveness in improving argumentative essays in the Iranian EFL context is underexplored. …”
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ENERGY PROTECTORS IN TREATMENT OF ANGINA AND HEART FAILURE FOLLLOWING A LONG TERM AFTER CABG by V. E. Malikov, S. V. Rogov, L. V. Petrunina, A. S. Yusifov, E. S. Serova, G. V. Sukoyan, N. V. Karsanov

“…We performed a comparative evaluation of effectiveness of Energostim and refracterin in 58 coronary patients following 5 to 7 years after CABG and/or resection of post-MI LV aneurysm in which angina at effort or rest had recurred, heart failure NYHA I-IV had developed, with atherosclerosis progressing.A 10-days course of Energostim in patients with NYHA I-II and LV EF of 45% (once the maximal effect of nifedipine, nitrates and aspirin has been reached) clearly decreases angina and heart failure severity, almost eliminates angina at rest, decreases by 50% the incidence of ST depression and results in a marked decrease of ventricular extrasystoles, accompanied by LV EF increased by 6.5% (p<0.01) and increased heart resistance to stress and improved life quality.A 10-days course of Refracterin combined with diuretics, ACE inhibitors, nitrates and aspirin, performed in 31 coronary patients with NYHA III-IV and EF<45%, decreases the functional class of angina to a greater extent than traditional treatment, promotes deremodeling and increases pump function, decreases creatinine and urea levels, as well as atherogenity index, markedly improves life quality.We therefore recommend Refracterin and Energostim as drugs of choice in the remote floow-up after CABG in patients with heart failure and arrhythmias.…”
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Effect of Designed Ureteral Stent Instructions on Patient Recovery by Safaa M. Hamed, Rasha F. M. Gaballah

“…The study also showed a statistically significant improvement of study group’s knowledge in the post-operative and follow-up phases (p<0.017, <0.003), as well as a decrease in total mean score in ureteral stent symptoms and ureteral stent discomfort test (p<0.001), immediately and after designed instructions. …”
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COST AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS UNDERWENT HIP ARTHROPLASTY IN A BRAZILIAN HOSPITAL by Maria-Roxana Viamont-Guerra, Alex Takao Sasai, Júlia Martins Rodrigues, Rodrigo Guimarães, Eliane Antonioli, Mario Lenza

“…Methods: Of the 1061 patients included, pre- and peri-operative data, total costs, pre- and post-operative functional scores (HOOS, WOMAC) and quality of life scores (EQ-5D) were collected over 2 years. …”
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TKN3 affects cell expansion to regulate fruit development in tomato by Shuai Sun, Yaqin Yuan, Meng Xu, Zhiqiang Liu, Xiaowei Yuan, Xingsheng Li, Ren Li, Xia Cui

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Synergistic Effects of Furfurylated Natural Fibers and Nanoclays on the Properties of Fiber–Cement Composites by Thamires Alves da Silveira, Felipe Vahl Ribeiro, Cristian Conceição Gomes, Arthur Behenck Aramburu, Sandro Campos Amico, André Luiz Missio, Rafael de Avila Delucis

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A Contribution of Beef to Human Health: A Review of the Role of the Animal Production Systems by Dario Pighin, Adriana Pazos, Verónica Chamorro, Fernanda Paschetta, Sebastián Cunzolo, Fernanda Godoy, Valeria Messina, Anibal Pordomingo, Gabriela Grigioni

“…Quality traits of beef, as well as its nutritional properties, depend on animal genetics, feeding, livestock practices, and post mortem procedures. Available data show that emerging beef production systems are able to improve both, quality and nutritional traits of beef in a sustainable way. …”
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Cold-water immersion for reducing IL-6 and CK in female footballers by Mahendra Wahyu Dewangga, Anindita Antya Candrika, Tri Novaliano Rechtsi Medistianto, Ribka Vlorentyna Wilger

“…This finding suggests that CWI supports biological repair and functional recovery within 48 hours post-match. Conclusions: Cold-water immersion significantly improved physiological recovery in female soccer players, as indicated by lower IL-6 and CK levels and improved vertical jump performance over time compared to the control group. …”
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Transoral incisionless fundoplication as rescue therapy for gastroesophageal reflux in a lung transplant recipient by William King, MD, Hannah Zuercher, MD, Manuel Amaris, MD, Amir Emtiazjoo, MD, Mindaugas Rackauskas, MD, PhD, Bashar Qumseya, MD, MPH

“…This case also supports the use of TIF as rescue therapy for post-lung transplant GERD.…”
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Combined unstable damage to the pelvis and abdominal organs. Justification of treatment tactics by O.A. Burianov, V.Р. Kvasha, V.M. Diomin, V.M. Lianskorunskyi, D.V. Miasnikov

“…In the experimental group, 6 months post-injury, excellent and good functional outcomes were noted in 7 patients (77.8 %) versus 2 patients (50.0 %) in the comparison group. …”
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Impact of peripheral skin cooling on neuroendocrine leukocytic and hematological reactions during Hypergravity by Michael Nordine, Niklas Kagelmann, Jan Kloka, Hanns-Christian Gunga, Viktor Heinz, Niklas Pilz, Oliver Opatz, Tomas L. Bothe

“…Peripheral skin cooling (PSC) may enhance neuroendocrine function, potentially improving +Gz resiliency and influencing leukocyte and hematologic factors. …”
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Evaluation and Management of Urological Complications Following Pediatric Kidney Transplantation: Experience from a Single Tertiary Center by Maria Sangermano, Enrico Montagnani, Serena Vigezzi, Marco Moi, Alessandro Morlacco, Nicola Bertazza Partigiani, Elisa Benetti

“…<i>Conclusions:</i> Regular post-transplant follow-up is crucial, especially for patients with known risk factors, to allow for timely detection and treatment of urological complications, avoiding detrimental effects on graft function and improving transplantation outcomes.…”
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Upper Limb Neural Tension Test and Spinal Biomechanics: Insights from a Longitudinal Pilot Study by Massimo Rossi, Marianna Signorini, Ali Baram, Mario De Robertis, Gabriele Capo, Marco Riva, Maurizio Fornari, Federico Pessina, Carlo Brembilla

“…Following intervention in the AS group, significant improvements were noted in neurodynamic parameters and T1-T4_VERT, with no significant between-side differences post-intervention. …”
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Abstract 185: Visual Recovery after Pituitary Apoplexy: Role of Intervention Timing and Treatment Modality by Nolan Brown

“…Almost all patients in this study exhibited improved vision post‐decompression, including 19/19 (100%) in the post‐72‐hour cohort. …”
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Intraosseous endoscopic-assisted lesion debridement combined with free fibular vascularized transplantation for non-traumatic femoral head necrosis: A comparative study with core d... by Yalong Yang, Zhao Zhang, Yuanyuan Wei, Yang Li, Junliang Liu, Bo Wang, Shouhu Mi, Jintong Liu, Yongqiang Zhang, Yongming Guo, Meng Wu

“…Conclusion Intraosseous Endoscopic-assisted lesion debridement combined with free fibular grafting shows superior clinical efficacy compared to CD in the treatment of femoral head necrosis. It effectively improves femoral head morphology, alleviates pain, restores joint function, and has a lower complication rate, making it a promising approach for further clinical application and promotion.…”
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Vagus nerve stimulation: a promising strategy to combat pyroptosis and inflammation in traumatic brain injury through the OX-A/NLRP3/caspase-1/GSDMD signaling pathway by Junwei Kang, Binkai Ren, Jia Wang, Yunliang Tang, Xiaoyang Dong

“…A modified Feeney's method was utilized to induce TBI, followed by VNS administration. Neurological functions post-TBI were assessed using the modified neurological severity scale (mNSS) and morris water maze (MWM). …”
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Effects of Using a Smart Bassinet on the Mental Health of Military-Affiliated Pregnant Women: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Sleep Health and Mood in Newly Expectant Military... by Michele L Okun, Jennifer L Payne, Lauren M Osborne, Leilani Feliciano, Andrew Lac

“…Blood samples will also be collected at baseline (late pregnancy) and at 3 months and 6 months post partum to assess immune functioning. The primary outcomes for this study will be postpartum mood (depressive and anxiety symptoms) and infant and maternal sleep. …”
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Efficacy and safety of Lactobacillus plantarum GCWB1001 for respiratory health in a double blind randomized placebo controlled trial by Min-Gyu Kang, Jeong-Hee Choi, Sang-Heon Kim, Tae Bin Jeong, Joo-Young Kim, Jea-Won Kim, Chang Youl Lee

“…Abstract Respiratory symptoms like prolonged cough and breathlessness have increased post-COVID-19, even in those with normal chest X-rays and FEV1/FVC ratios. …”
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Productive, Physiological, and Environmental Implications of Reducing Crude Protein Content in Swine Diets: A Review by André Martinho de Almeida, Maria Angeles Latorre, Javier Alvarez-Rodriguez

“…Losses are particularly relevant during the post-weaning phase, whereas in finishing pigs, it may bring additional benefits, such as high intramuscular fat contents in some markets or improved gut barrier function with benefits to the animals’ health and welfare, as well as decreased ammonia emissions to the environment.…”
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Assembly of MSCs into a spheroid configuration increases poly(I:C)-mediated TLR3 activation and the immunomodulatory potential of MSCs for alleviating murine colitis by Chao-Ting Ho, Ying-Chi Kao, Yueh-Ming Shyu, I-Ching Wang, Qiao-Xuan Liu, Shao-Wen Liu, Shih-Chen Huang, Han Chiu, Li-Wen Hsu, Tzu-Sheng Hsu, Wan-Chen Hsieh, Chieh-Cheng Huang

“…However, the therapeutic efficacy of these cells remains suboptimal, primarily due to the harsh peritoneal microenvironment, which compromises MSC viability and functional capacity after transplantation. Methods To address these limitations, this study aimed to improve MSC engraftment and functionality by assembling MSCs into three-dimensional (3D) spheroids and priming them with the Toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3) agonist polyinosinic-polycytidylic acid (poly(I:C)). …”
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