Early detection to improve outcome in people with undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis: the PROMPT research programme including RCT by Neil McHugh, Laura Bojke, Mel Brooke Turfrey, Rachel Charlton, Myka Ransom, Laura C Coates, Howard Collier, Claire Davies, Emma Dures, Philip Helliwell, Jana James, Anya Lissina, Vishnu B Madhok, Alison L Nightingale, Jonathan Packham, Catherine Smith, Eldon Spackman, Cerys Tassinari, William Tillett, Sarah T Brown

“…To compare the performance of screening tools for detecting undiagnosed psoriatic arthritis (COMparison of Psoriatic Arthritis scREening tools study). …”
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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Cervical Lesion Among Married Women With Low Socioeconomic Status: A Study Based on a Cervical Cancer Screening Program by Mingyu Zhang, Mingyu Zhang, Haoyue Wang, Haoyue Wang, Ruoxi Ding, Wen Li, Ping He, Hui Li, Hui Li

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Changes in HIV incidence among people who inject drugs in Taiwan following introduction of a harm reduction program: a study of two cohorts. by Yen-Fang Huang, Jyh-Yuan Yang, Kenrad E Nelson, Hsu-Sung Kuo, Chin-Yin Lew-Ting, Chin-Hui Yang, Chang-Hsun Chen, Feng-Yee Chang, Hui-Rong Liu

“…The aim of this study was to determine the association between harm reduction programs and HIV incidence among PWID.<h4>Methods and findings</h4>The study included two populations. …”
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A comparison of cognitive and health assessment tools used in a dementia prevention and risk management program for urban-dwelling older aboriginal Australians (DAMPAA) by Zoë Hyde, Carmela Pestell, Lynette Yappo, Glennette Dowden, Alex Lalovic, Lesley Markey, Michael Bynder, Emma-Jane Hunt, Dawn Bessarab, Kay Cox, Leon Flicker, Dina LoGiudice, Keith D. Hill, Sandra Thompson, Aaron Basile, Kate Smith

“…Discussion: A high prevalence of possible depression and anxiety suggest mental health support may be required for people participating in dementia prevention programs. The KICA-Cog is the only valid screening tool for dementia in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, but its clinical utility could potentially be improved to better detect mild neurocognitive disorder.…”
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Algorithmic Coverage Quantification and Visualization in Range-Free Sensor Networks by Maria S. Zakynthinaki, Ioannis S. Barbounakis, Emmanuel N. Antonidakis

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Novel PCR-Based Detection Methods for the Lettuce Bacterial Leaf Spot Pathogen, <i>Xanthomonas hortorum</i> pv. <i>vitians</i> Morinière et al., 2020 by Emma R. Martinez, Mozhde Hamidizade, Ana B. Zacaroni, Carolee T. Bull

“…Our protocol demonstrated <i>Xhv</i>-specific detection from two sample types, including genomic DNA extracts and bacterial suspensions. …”
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Expressions of plasma cystatin C, D-dimer and hypersensitive C-reactive protein in patients with intracranial progressive hemorrhagic injury after craniocerebral injury, and their... by Qibin PENG, Jiannong ZHAO, Pengcheng WANG, Chuixue HUANG, Baozhi CHEN, Jian SONG, Guozheng XU

“…ABSTRACT Objective To investigate the expressions of plasma cystatin C (Cys-C), D-dimer (D-D) and hypersensitive C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) in patients with intracranial progressive hemorrhagic injury (IPHI) after craniocerebral injury, and their clinical significance. …”
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ESR1 testing on FFPE samples from metastatic lesions in HR + /HER2- breast cancer after progression on CDK4/6 inhibitor therapy by Konstantinos Venetis, Giulia Cursano, Roberta Scafetta, Pier Paolo Maria Berton Giachetti, Alberto Concardi, Elisa De Camilli, Marianna D’Ercole, Eltjona Mane, Chiara Frascarelli, Antonio Marra, Sara Gandini, Francesco Pepe, Simone Scagnoli, Silvia Maria Rossi, Raffaella Troiano, Elena Speziale, Carmine De Angelis, Giancarlo Troncone, Umberto Malapelle, Giuseppe Perrone, Andrea Botticelli, Giuseppe Viale, Giuseppe Curigliano, Elena Guerini Rocco, Carmen Criscitiello, Nicola Fusco

“…Next-generation sequencing (NGS) was performed on FFPE biopsy samples obtained from metastatic sites at the time of disease progression. ESR1 mutations were detected in 24 out of 38 patients (63.2%), with p.D538G identified in 10 patients (45.5%) and p.Y537S in 6 patients (27.2%) as the most frequent alterations. …”
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Integrating web-based and objective structured clinical examination training programs for nurses on ultrasound hip screening during neonatal and infant home visits: a case study by Kyoko Yoshioka-Maeda, Hiroshige Matsumoto, Chikako Honda, Takeshi Kinjo, Kiyoshi Aoki, Tadashi Hattori, Keita Okada, Mana Shirouchi, Misa Shiomi, Noriko Hosoya, Kenta Fujiwara

“…Abstract Background Ultrasound hip screening is crucial for the early detection of developmental dysplasia (DDH), but little is known about standardized training approaches for nurses. …”
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卵圆孔未闭诊断方法与技术的研究进展 Research Progress of the Diagnostic Methods and Techniques for Patent Foramen Ovale by 朱佳倩1，曹黎明2

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Functional Near‐Infrared Spectroscopy Signal as a Potential Biomarker for White Matter Hyperintensity Progression in Patients With Subcortical Vascular Cognitive Impairment: A Pilo... by Qi Wang, Byoung‐Soo Shin, Sun‐Young Oh, Seungbae Hwang, Ko Woon Kim

“…Abstract Background White matter hyperintensities (WMH) are a common cause of subcortical vascular cognitive impairment (SVCI). The silent yet progressive nature of WMH in cognitive decline underscores the need for reliable biomarkers for early detection and monitoring of its progression. …”
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Myopic choroidal neovascularization with dilated choroid vessels is prone to progression into subretinal fibrosis following anti-vascular endothelial growth factor therapy: a retro... by Xiangjun She, Qiwei Cai, Wangjing Yao, Shixin Zhao, Zhe Lv, Suyan Shan, Jiwei Tao, Yun Zhang

“…The presence of DCV under the fovea compared to the peripheral zone achieved a poorer therapeutic response and was prone to progress to SF after anti-VEGF therapy (P = 0.041). …”
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Comprehensive review and updated analysis of DNA methylation in hepatocellular carcinoma: From basic research to clinical application by Lin Su, Jiawen Bu, Jiahui Yu, Mila Jin, Guanliang Meng, Xudong Zhu

“…Epigenetic alterations, particularly DNA methylation, have emerged as pivotal factors associated with HCC diagnosis, therapy, prognosis and malignant progression. However, a comprehensive analysis of the DNA methylation mechanism driving HCC progression and its potential as a therapeutic biomarker remains lacking. …”
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Application of YOLO-based deep learning and UAV imagery in hybrid maize seed production by Marcelo Araújo Junqueira Ferraz, Pablo de Sousa Arantes, Adriano Teodoro Bruzi, Adão Felipe dos Santos

“…ABSTRACT In maize breeding programs, emasculation is a critical step in the production of hybrid seeds, occurring prior to anthesis. …”
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Feasibility and effectiveness of the mindfulness-based stress reduction programs on relieving burnout of healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic: a pilot randomized contr... by Ruochen Gan, Shulin Chen, Jiang Xue

“…The aim of the study was to examine the feasibility and effectiveness of the mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program on relieving burnout of healthcare providers during the pandemic. …”
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Bilateral Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome by Theresa Gladiola B. Merca, MD, Manuel B. Agulto, MD, Rainier Victor A. Covar, MD, MMed

“…Results: A 12-year old female consulted for a one-year history of progressive blurring of vision in both eyes associated with abnormal pupils and occasional eye pain. …”
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The impact of ctDNA on metastatic cancer management: Current trends and future directions by Omveer Singh, Usha Kumari Sah, Jay Chandra, Saraswati Patel

“…This report examines recent advancements in ctDNA technology and its impact on oncology. ctDNA enables early cancer detection with high sensitivity (up to 85 %) and specificity (95 %) and provides valuable insights into disease progression and treatment efficacy. …”
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Edaravone-Dexborneol slows down pathological progression and cognitive decline via inhibiting S100A9 in APPswe/PS1dE9 mice by Rui Mao, Shu Shu, Min Sun, Jiang Chen, Mengsha Hu, Lei Ye, Siyi Xu, Junqiu Jia, Wenxuan Shao, Xinyu Bao, Yun Xu, Xiaolei Zhu

“…Conclusion Our results indicate that EDB can improve cognitive function and slow down AD progression, and it may serve as a potential agent for AD and other S100A9-related diseases.…”
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m6A-modified circXPO1 accelerates colorectal cancer progression via interaction with FMRP to promote WWC2 mRNA decay by Xiaowen Zhu, Pengxia Zhang

“…Abstract Background Recent evidence has demonstrated the vital roles of circular RNAs (circRNAs) in the progression of colorectal cancer (CRC); however, their functions and mechanisms in CRC need to be further explored. …”
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Population-level scale-up of cervical cancer prevention services in a low-resource setting: development, implementation, and evaluation of the cervical cancer prevention program in... by Groesbeck P Parham, Mulindi H Mwanahamuntu, Sharon Kapambwe, Richard Muwonge, Allen C Bateman, Meridith Blevins, Carla J Chibwesha, Krista S Pfaendler, Victor Mudenda, Aaron L Shibemba, Samson Chisele, Gracilia Mkumba, Bellington Vwalika, Michael L Hicks, Sten H Vermund, Benjamin H Chi, Jeffrey S A Stringer, Rengaswamy Sankaranarayanan, Vikrant V Sahasrabuddhe

“…<h4>Methods</h4>In a public sector cervical cancer prevention program in Zambia, nurses provided visual-inspection with acetic acid (VIA) and cryotherapy in clinics co-housed with HIV/AIDS programs, and referred women with complex lesions for histopathologic evaluation. …”
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