Development of the ultrasonic sensor based modification coordination test device. by Widiastuti Widiastuti, Muhamad Syamsul Taufik, Yasep Setiakarnawijaya, Kuswahyudi Kuswahyudi, Muhammad Zulqarnain Mohd Nasir, Hendro Wardoyo, Karisdha Karisdha, Adi Wijayanto, Sunanto Sunanto, Nur Ahmad Muharram, Heni Yuli Handayani, Abdul Hafidz, Rivan Saghita Pratama, Septyaningrum Putri Purwoto

“…In this study, researchers selected 33 futsal players from Universitas Suryakancana students. …”
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Decision-making under epistemic, strategic and institutional uncertainty during COVID-19: findings from a six-country empirical study by Clare Wenham, Alexandra L Phelan, Winifred Ukponu, Sumegha Asthana, Tahmina Shirin, Claire J Standley, Adachioma Chinonso Ihueze, Sanjana Mukherjee, Ibrahim B Gobir, Mohannad Al Nsour, JJ Woo, Mohammad Mushtuq Husain, Nevashan Govender, Roujia Lin, Sumit Asthana, Renee Vongai Mutare

“…We collected data through desk reviews, stakeholder interviews and focus group discussions with stakeholders from government, academia and civil society from six purposefully selected countries: Nigeria, Singapore, South Africa, Bangladesh, Jordan and the UK.Results Regardless of political, geographic and economic context, all six countries adopted common strategies to make decisions under three types of uncertainties. …”
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The HEALERS: a patient, community, and stakeholder advisory board focus group series to refine a novel virtual world-based cardiac rehabilitation intervention and clinical trial by Helayna Abraham, Grace Patrice Anyetei-Anum, Ashton Krogman, Donald Clark, Melvin Echols, Michael E. Hall, Karen Hodgman, Brian Kaihoi, Stephen Kopecky, Shawn Leth, Shaista Malik, Jill Marsteller, Lena Mathews, Robert Scales, Phillip Schulte, Adam Shultz, Julie Becker, Bryan Taylor, Randal Thomas, Nathan D. Wong, Thomas Olson, LaPrincess C. Brewer, LaPrincess C. Brewer

“…Destination Cardiac Rehab, a virtual world-based CR (VWCR) program designed by our team in collaboration with patients and community members to mitigate the barriers to CR participation, has demonstrated feasibility and acceptability. …”
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Epidemiological Profile and Risk Factors for Malaria in Rural Communities Before the Operationalization of the Singrobo–Ahouaty Dam, Southern Côte d’Ivoire by Taki Jean Deles Avenié, Kigbafori Dieudonné Silué, Négnorogo Guindo-Coulibaly, Naférima Koné, Sadikou Touré, Kouamé Laurent Valian, Kouassi Séraphin Kouadio, Alloua Marie Joelle Bédia, Boza Fulgence Déabo, Klotcholman Diabagaté, Christian Nsanzabana, Jean Tenena Coulibaly

“…A cross-sectional survey was carried out in randomly selected households. Blood samples were analyzed using thick/thin smears and rapid diagnostic tests, while sociodemographic and behavioral data were collected via questionnaires. …”
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The Intelligent Infectious Disease Active Surveillance and early warning system in China: An application of dengue prevention and control by Liangyu Kang, Jian Hu, Kangning Cai, Wenzhan Jing, Min Liu, Wannian Liang

“…Based on these multi-channel data, users can select appropriate warning indicators and AI models to automatically trigger early warnings. …”
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Cacao Agroforestry in Mahakam Ulu: Transformation Strategy from Traditional to Good Agricultural Practices and Smart Agroforestry System by Catur Budi Wiati, Eddy Mangopo Angi, Karmilasanti Karmilasanti, Murniati Murniati, Sri Suharti, Indra A.S.L.P. Putri, Aris Pudji Hadi, Muhammad Furkan, Belasius Anyeq, Krista Tala, Veronica Carolina, Awaluddin Aziz, Ria Andiana, Yuliara Limbong, Yosua Naibaho, Mukrimin Mukrimin

“…This requires multi-stakeholder collaboration from the regional level, comprising farmers and village government to the central government. …”
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Visual impairments associated with the treatment of malignant tumors of the female reproductive system: a literature review and practical recommendations for oncogynecologists by Y. A. Chuikova, O. A. Odintsova, D. V. Skalozub, A. G. Antonyuk, A. A. Kabartai, A. N. Nurmamatova, R. M. Azimov, P. A. Snatenkova, A. A. Silantyev, S. R. Osina, D. S. Minasyan, S. A. Lashevich, I. A. Isaeva, E. A. Rukhlyadyeva

“…The importance of multidisciplinary collaboration between oncologists, gynecologists, and ophthalmologists is emphasized to ensure timely identification and management of visual impairments. …”
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The early market access vehicle – An innovative demand-driven model to catalyse introduction of new optimal health products in low- and middle-income countries by Ademola Osigbesan, Ikechukwu Amamilo, Aayush Solanki, Robert Matiru, James Conroy, Alya Omar, Karin Hatzold, Carolyn Amole, Kehinde Onasanya, Janet Ginnard

“…EMAVs are designed to link catalytic donations to pathways for sustainable access. Unitaid, in collaboration with its partners, has leveraged the EMAV to introduce two innovative health products in a number of LMICs. …”
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Participation their way: a mixed methods study on engaging Australian adolescents in non-communicable disease prevention by Stephanie R. Partridge, Mariam Mandoh, Allyson R. Todd, Sara Wardak, Dominik Mautner, Fulin Yan, Philayrath Phongsavan, Julie Redfern, Hoi Lun Cheng, Annabel Lee, Jie Fang, Marlee Bower, Amarina Donohoe-Bales, Seema Mihrshahi, Rebecca Raeside

“…Methods To enable both breadth and depth, a mixed-methods study design was selected comprising cross-sectional online survey and focus groups, underpinned by community-based participatory research approach. …”
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Voluntary information and price sharing database – a scoping review of the pricing and procurement landscape across eight Commonwealth Member States by Bridget Kebirungi, Phyllis Ocran, Nduta Kamere, Lynette Keneilwe Mabote, Ngozi Osi, Meghna Joshi-von Heyden, Emily Gilmour, Janneth Mghamba, Layne Robinson, Zaheer-Ud-Din Babar, Helena Rosado, Victoria Rutter

“…Vincent and the Grenadines. Nations were selected to represent diverse health systems, population sizes, and procurement practices. …”
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Leveraging digital health systems maturity assessments to guide strategic priorities by Phiona Vumbugwa, Nancy Puttkammer, Moira Majaha, Andrew Likaka, Sonora Stampfly, Paul Biondich, Jennifer E. Shivers, Kendi Mburu, Olusegun O. Soge, Chris Longenecker, Jan Flowers, Caryl Feldacker

“…Methods: This qualitative, descriptive study utilised key informant interviews conducted via Zoom with 14 conveniently selected leaders. We used Dedoose Version 9.0 to develop themes based on the health system’s building blocks. …”
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Effectiveness of a Cognitive Stimulation Program in Older Adults with Mild Neurocognitive Disorder: Insights from fNIRS Analysis in a Randomized Controlled Trial by Susana I. Justo-Henriques, Rosa C. G. Silva, Janessa O. Carvalho, João L. A. Apóstolo, Débora Nogueira, Telmo A. S. Pereira

“…Methods: A sample of 36 older adults were selected from a central region of Portugal. The intervention group (<i>n</i> = 18) received 24 iCS sessions, twice weekly for 12 weeks. …”
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Laparoscopic Versus Robotic Ventral Hernia Repair With Intraperitoneal Mesh: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Comparing the Perioperative Outcomes Randomised Controlled Trials by Anurag Singh, Wei H. Toh, Nada Elzahed, Goldie Khera, Mirza K. Baig, Andrei Mihailescu, Muhammad S. Sajid

“…ObjectiveThe objective of this meta-analysis is to compare the perioperative surgical outcomes and cost-effectiveness of robotic ventral hernia repair (RVHR) versus laparoscopic ventral hernia repair (LVHR) with intraperitoneal mesh.MethodsRandomised control trials (RCTs) reporting perioperative outcomes and costs in patients undergoing RVHR versus LVHR were selected from medical electronic databases and meta-analysis was conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the Cochrane Collaboration using statistical software RevMan version 5.ResultsFour RCTs on 337 patients reporting perioperative outcomes and cost comparison were included. …”
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Sexual and reproductive health from the perspective of patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases in Mexico: a qualitative study by Dionicio Angel Galarza-Delgado, Ingris Peláez-Ballestas, Cassandra Michelle Skinner-Taylor, Lorena Perez-Barbosa, Abraham Yair Lujano-Negrete, Fanny Arévalo-Nieto, Maria Eugenia Corral-Trujillo, Andrea Aguilar-Leal, Génesis Guadalupe Sandoval-Torres, Cecilia Rodríguez-Ruiz, Melanie Gabriela Rios-Medina, Amaranta Manrique de Lara

“…These findings emphasise the need for rheumatologists to provide clearer guidance on these issues and collaborate closely with gynaecologists and other specialists to ensure comprehensive, patient-centred care. …”
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Temporal consistency of behavior trait measurements in guide dogs by Emma K. Hilby, Aaron Rendahl, Jane Russenberger, Jane Russenberger, Madeline Zimmermann, Madeline Zimmermann, James R. Mickelson, Molly E. McCue

“…Guide dog organizations have strict criteria to breed, raise, and select dogs to assist people with visual impairments. …”
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Near-Infrared Reflectance Imaging in Retinal Diseases Affecting Young Patients by Solmaz Abdolrahimzadeh, Chiara Ciancimino, Flaminia Grassi, Edoardo Sordi, Serena Fragiotta, Gianluca Scuderi

“…A literature search of the MEDLINE database was performed using the terms “near-infrared reflectance” and “spectral-domain optical coherence tomography.” Articles were selected if they described the diagnostic use of NIR in children or young adults. …”
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Radiation therapist (RTT) perspectives on developing image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) protocols for reirradiation by Aileen Duffton, Lynsey Devlin, Aoife Williamson, Derek Grose, Eilidh Tolmie, Linda MacLaren, Sharon McFadden, Rebecca Muirhead

“…Methods: A quantitative and qualitative service improvement approach was selected, using a plan, do, check approach. RTT participants working in a single RT centre participated in focus group/nominal group technique sessions. …”
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Visualisation of research hotspots in the surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease based on the web of science database by Xueyi Xue, Xueyi Xue, Baodong Liao, Baodong Liao, Hao Zeng, Hao Zeng, Guihe Lin, Dongbo Xu, Shuangming Lin

“…Bibliometric metadata from each selected paper was extracted for analysis. VOSviewer was utilized to visualize the results.ResultsA total of 6,239 papers met the inclusion criteria. …”
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Facilitators and barriers to chronic non-communicable disease management under family doctor contracting services in China by Rui Jiang, Yuze Xin, Shuangjie Peng, Yuhan Zhou, Xinyi Zhang, Yu Shi, Guangming Chang, Min Yang, Lvzhuang Huang, Lingling Xu, Xinrui Wei, Yongchen Wang

“…Significant barriers included low health literacy levels, limited awareness about NCD, insufficient healthcare professionals and medical resources, poor publicity and regulation, limited multisectoral collaboration, and inadequate audit and feedback systems. …”
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Characterization of Dried Blood Spot Quality Control Materials for Lysosomal Enzyme Activity Assays Using Digital Microfluidic Fluorometry to Detect Lysosomal Storage Disorders in... by Paul Dantonio, Tracy Klug, Golriz Yazdanpanah, Christopher Haynes, Hui Zhou, Patrick Hopkins, Robert Vogt, Rachel Lee, Carla Cuthbert, Konstantinos Petritis

“…The screening tests measure activities of selected lysosomal enzymes on dried blood spot (DBS) specimens collected from newborns by the heel stick method Because these assays measure enzyme activity, the quantitative results are dependent on the particular analytical method. …”
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