Identification of inflammation related gene signatures for bladder cancer prognosis prediction by Yonggui Xiao, Danping Xu, Erhao Bao, Zijie Liu, Xiaomao Zhou, Xia Li, Lijun Li

“…Abstract Early diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer are crucial, and since inflammation plays a role in all stages of bladder cancer, this study aims to develop a model based on inflammation-related genes to accurately predict patient prognosis. The data were initially processed through differential analysis and prognostic correlation analysis, then a Least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) regression model was constructed by M-cohort and a nomogram was designed to increase the model readability. …”
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Understanding Safety in Online Mental Health Forums: Realist Evaluation by Paul Marshall, Neil Caton, Zoe Glossop, Steven Jones, Rachel Meacock, Paul Rayson, Heather Robinson, Fiona Lobban

“…A bespoke survey was used to obtain descriptive quantitative data regarding user perceptions of forum safety. …”
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The interplay of entrepreneurial ecosystem actors and conditions in FinTech ecosystems: An empirical analysis by Mari Avarmaa, Lasse Torkkeli, Laivi Laidroo, Ekaterina Koroleva

“…The framework is implemented through a comparative case study of FinTech ecosystems in Tallinn and Moscow, with data drawn from 35 semi-structured interviews and processed by means of thematic analysis. …”
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PATHOGENESIS OF OSTEOARTHRITIS AND SUBSTANTIATION OF THE USE OF STRONTIUM RANELATE by Elena Mikhailovna Zaitseva, L I Alekseeva, E L Nasonov

“…Although OA is a progressive disease causing disability, rapid progression is observed only in some patients. According to the data obtained by different authors, the progressive course of gonarthrosis is typical of 34–55% patients, which is likely to be attributed to variability of the risk factors of disease progression that every single patient has. …”
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Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Sediment Transport Pathways: Sand Apron Bars and Islands of Tokelau and Kiribati, Central Pacific by Eugene C. Rankey, Tion Uriam, Mika Perez

“…Data reveal how granular materials that make up bars and islands on reef flats respond to physical oceanographic processes via sedimentary-geomorphical change across temporal scales, from “instantaneous” impacts of cyclones or swell events to seasonal to multi-decadal shifts. …”
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How, why and when are delayed (back-up) antibiotic prescriptions used in primary care? A realist review integrating concepts of uncertainty in healthcare by Monsey Mcleod, Anne Campbell, Benedict Hayhoe, Aleksandra J. Borek, Sarah Tonkin-Crine, Michael V. Moore, Christopher C. Butler, A. Sarah Walker, Alison Holmes, Geoff Wong, on behalf of the STEP-UP study team

“…Results Data were included from 76 articles and 41 interviews to develop a program theory comprising nine key and 56 related CMOCs. …”
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Images in Black and White: Disparities in Utilization of Computed Tomography and Ultrasound for Older Adults with Abdominal Pain by Ijeoma C. Unachukwu, Michael N. Adjei-Poku, Olivia C. Sailors, Rachel Gonzales, Eugenia South, Zach Meisel, Rachel R. Kelz, Anne R. Cappola, Ari B. Friedman

“…In this study we used nationally representative data to examine racial/ethnic differences in cross-sectional imaging for older adults presenting to the ED with abdominal pain. …”
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Palliative care in acute care surgery: research challenges and opportunities by Gail T Tominaga, Lisa M Kodadek, Vanessa Ho, Zara Cooper, Thaddeus J Puzio, Rachel S Morris, Amelia W Maiga, Masami Tabata-Kelly

“…Palliative care research in acute care surgery can rely on either primary data collection or secondary and administrative data. …”
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ANALYSIS OF THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN PROLONGED CELL PHONE USE AND BACK PAIN IN HIGH SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN BRAZIL by BIANCA LUNNA PEREIRA DA SILVA COSTA BARROS, MARIA BáRBARA TODISCO DE FREITAS, MARIA EDUARDA ANDRADE LUCIANO, LUCAS FORNAZIERO, ALCIDES HANNISCH FILHO, THIAGO JOSÉ ALVARES LOPES DAS NEVES, LOURDES CONCEIÇÃO MARTINS, MARIA CÉLIA CUNHA CIACCIA

“…Method: This study is a cross-sectional analysis of data collected during the 2021 academic year. We used questionnaires that collected demographic and socioeconomic data, as well as the SPAI-BR questionnaire, the Smartphone Addiction Inventory (SPAI), and the Neck Disability Index. …”
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Geochemical Fingerprinting of Rising Deep Endogenous Gases in an Active Hypogenic Karst System by A. Fernandez-Cortes, R. Perez-Lopez, S. Cuezva, J. M. Calaforra, J. C. Cañaveras, S. Sanchez-Moral

“…The cave environment is characterized by a prevailing combination of rising warm air with large CO2 outgassing (>1%) and highly diluted CH4 with an endogenous origin. The δ13CCO2 data, which ranges from −4.5 to −7.5‰, point to a mantle-rooted CO2 that is likely generated by the thermal decarbonation of underlying marine carbonates, combined with degassing from CO2-rich groundwater. …”
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An analysis of the factors influencing engagement metrics within the dissemination of health science misinformation by Ruofei Chen, Guoyong Chen, Li Zhang, Ruiqian Xie, Ruopeng Chen

“…ObjectiveThe proliferation of health misinformation on social media platforms presents a significant challenge.MethodsData were collected from WeChat, video websites, and Weibo in November 2024. …”
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Factors influencing knowledge and performance of selfcare practices among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients in a teaching hospital in Nigeria by Oluwaseun O Abiodun, Timothy Aghogho Ehwarieme, Otowve Agofure

“…Also, beliefs and attitude about life (OR=2.533) and knowledge of the disease process and severity (OR=2.706) were twice more likely to have been more associated with better performance of SCP.…”
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Analysis of the Contextual Factors Influencing the Expansion of Construction Violations with an Emphasis on the Role and Position of Key Urban Stakeholders (Case Study: Isfahan Met... by Ahmad Shahivandi, Afsaneh Talebi Varnosfaderani

“…IntroductionIn recent decades, the rise of construction violations has become a significant concern for residents and city managers alike. Factors like high construction costs, lengthy permit processes, citizens' reluctance to renovate, and inconsistencies in city hall policies have made these violations more justifiable in the eyes of the public (Pong et al., 2009, p. 18).This issue is particularly prevalent in developing countries. …”
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SUCCESSFUL TREATMENT OF PERIPROSTHESIS INFECTION BY TIGECYCLINE by S. K. Yarovoy, R. A. Khromov

“…In terms of the ineffectiveness of glycopeptides and carbapenems inflammatory process was docked with the help of new antibacterial agents "Tigecyclin" belonging to the class of glycylcyclines, structurally similar to tetracycline.The article is supplemented with a short analysis of the current data on antimicrobial resistance the most likely causative agents of infectious-inflammatory complications after Falloprosthesis. …”
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Transfusion in trauma: empiric or guided therapy? by Liam Barrett, Nicola Curry

“…Finally, we summarize relevant new data on this topic presented at the 2024 ISTH Congress.…”
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Study of Shale Gas Source Rock S-Wave Structure Characteristics via Dense Array Ambient Noise Tomography in Zhangjiakou, China by Si Chen, Zhanwu Lu, Haiyan Wang, Qingyu Wu, Wei Cai, Guowei Wu, Guangwen Wang

“…Integration of the velocity model with regional geological data facilitated a comprehensive interpretation and structural analysis of the prospective shale gas zone. …”
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A retrospective clinical audit: Use of abbreviations in written informed consent of anaesthesia for elective oncosurgeries by Solanki Rekha Nileshbhai, Gosai Nita Dhirubhai, Sanghavi Priti Rashmin, Shah Priyanka Nareshkumar, Bhimani Prashantkumar Vasantray

“…A straightforward educational training intervention can improve consent quality and safety of patients and prevents likely medico-legal repercussions for institutions and persons as well involved in providing healthcare.…”
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Julius Kruopis – the pioneer of applied statistics in Lithuania by Vilijandas Bagdonavičius, Vydas Čekanavičius, Rūta Levulienė, Pranas Vaitkus

“…A detailed analysis of the obtained results was carried out using real data. In addition, the thesis presents the assessment of the transition probabilities of Markov processes with migration. …”
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flexZhouse by Mohd Zairul

“…It describes in detail the basic procedures that were used, such as the data collection strategy and the data analysis approach. …”
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The built environment and the determination of fault in urban pedestrian crashes: Toward a systems-oriented crash investigation by Jonathan Stiles, Harvey Miller

“… This study identifies built environmental factors that influence the determination of fault in urban pedestrian crashes in the United States, with implications for both safety and equity. Using data from Columbus, Ohio, we apply regression modeling, spatial analysis, and case studies, and find pedestrians are more likely to be found at fault on fast, high-volume arterial roads with bus stops. …”
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