Adequacy and implications of antimicrobial prophylaxis for elective surgeries in a tertiary hospital: a cross sectional and retrospective cohort study (ADEQUAP) by Marco Piscaglia, Dolores Martín Sierra, Antonio Huelva Millán, Maria Teresa Garcia Poo, Jesús Rodríguez Baño, Maria Dolores del Toro López

“…This study assessed SAP adequacy and its association with SSI and other nosocomial infections (NI) to identify areas for improvement. Methods This cross-sectional and retrospective cohort study included adults undergoing elective cardiovascular, orthopaedic, colorectal surgeries and cystectomy in 2022 at a teaching hospital. …”
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Effect of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol on maternal and fetal outcomes following elective cesarean section: an observational trial by Miray Gözde Özdemir, Berrin Gunaydin, Merih Bayram, İbrahim Murat Hirfanoglu

“…Abstract Background We aimed to investigate the maternal, fetal, and neonatal outcomes in parturients scheduled to undergo cesarean section (CS) receiving either standard care or enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol. Methods After approval of ethics committee (Gazi University Protocol Record Decision no: 502/31.05.2021) and registry to clinical trials (NCT06753058, Date 12/30/2024) 450 ASA II-III parturients at ≥ 18 years of age scheduled for elective CS under spinal anesthesia using bupivacaine plus opioids were included (n = 150, ERAS group and n = 300, control group). …”
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Reduced-dose of bivalirudin (without the post-procedure infusion) in patients with acute coronary syndrome undergoing elective percutaneous coronary intervention by Qian Wang, Yan Liu, Lin Yang, Tienan Zhou, Quanyu Zhang, Zhiqiang Zhang, Dongyuan Sun, Xiaozeng Wang

“…Methods This was a single-center, retrospective study. …”
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Prognostic value of global coronary flow reserve before and after elective percutaneous coronary intervention in patients with chronic coronary syndrome by Kai Nogami, Masahiro Hoshino, Eisuke Usui, Yoshihisa Kanaji, Tomoyo Sugiyama, Masahiro Hada, Tatsuhiro Nagamine, Hiroki Ueno, Mirei Setoguchi, Tomohiro Tahara, Tatsuya Sakamoto, Takashi Mineo, Tsunekazu Kakuta

“…This study aimed to investigate the prognostic value of G-CFR improvement, as evaluated using PC-CMR imaging pre- and post-percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Methods: In this single-center study, 320 patients with chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) who underwent pre- and post-PCI PC-CMR measurements were followed up to determine major adverse cardiac or cerebrovascular events (MACCE) predictors. …”
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A secondary analysis of cortical atrophy and plasma amyloid β patterns in older patients with cognitive frailty undergoing elective surgery by Rudolf Mörgeli, Friedrich Borchers, Insa Feinkohl, Sophie K. Piper, Tobias Pischon, Arjen J.C. Slooter, Claudia Spies, Janine Wiebach, Georg Winterer, Norman Zacharias, Florian Lammers-Lietz

“…Methods Cognitive frailty (CF) was defined as the co-occurrence of (pre-)frailty and cognitive impairment (CI). …”
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The Detrimental Effect of Metabolic Syndrome on Long-term Renal Function in Patients Undergoing Elective Partial Nephrectomy for Small Renal Masses by Pietro Scilipoti, Giuseppe Rosiello, Federico Belladelli, Marco Gambirasio, Francesco Trevisani, Arianna Bettiga, Chiara Re, Giacomo Musso, Francesco Cei, Lucia Salerno, Zhe Tian, Pierre I. Karakiewicz, Alexandre Mottrie, Isaline Rowe, Alberto Briganti, Roberto Bertini, Andrea Salonia, Francesco Montorsi, Alessandro Larcher, Umberto Capitanio

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Melatonin versus midazolam in the premedication of anxious children attending for elective surgery under general anaesthesia: the MAGIC non-inferiority RCT by Christopher Deery, Robert Bolt, Diana Papaioannou, Matthew Wilson, Marie Hyslop, Esther Herbert, Nikki Totton, Zoe Marshman, Tracey Young, Jennifer Kettle, Sondos Albadri, Simon Atkins, Katie Biggs, Janet Clarkson, Chris Evans, Laura Flight, Jacqui Gath, Fiona Gilchrist, Kate Hutchence, Nicholas Ireland, Amanda Loban, Amy Norrington, Hamish Paton, Jaydip Ray, Helen Rodd, Elena Sheldon, Richard Simmonds, Christopher Vernazza

“…The aim of this non-inferiority trial was to evaluate the effectiveness of melatonin compared to midazolam in reducing anxiety in children undergoing general anaesthesia. Methods We undertook a randomised-controlled, parallel-group, double-blind, non-inferiority trial in 20 United Kingdom National Health Service trusts, with an embedded qualitative study and health economic evaluation. …”
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Vaginal delivery versus cesarean section for term breech delivery by Babović Ivana, Plešinac Snežana, Radojičić Zoran, Opalić Jasna, Argirović Rajka, Mladenović-Bogdanović Zorica, Plećaš Darko

“…For breech presentation elective cesarean section remains the major delevery method in nuliparous older than 35 years, while vaginal delivery is considered to be the method of choice in younger multiparous with ultrasonographically estimated neonatal birth weight 2 500-3 500 grams.…”
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Patients´ experiences of TENS as a postoperative pain relief method in the post-anesthesia care unit after laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a qualitative study by Eva Angelini, Charlotta Josefsson, Cecilia Ögren, Paulin Andréll, Axel Wolf, Mona Ringdal

“…This study investigates patients’ experiences and perceptions of TENS as a complementary approach to traditional pharmacological pain management in postoperative care. Method Patients undergoing elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy were offered TENS as an alternative to conventional pain treatment with IV opioids. …”
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Access to healthcare: waiting time until the surgical procedure by Cassiane de Santana Lemos, Ana Maria Muller Magalhães, Danielle Saraiva Tuma dos Reis, Alessandra Yuri Takehana de Andrade, Karla Cristina de Almeida, Fabiana Zerbieri Martins, Nancy Reynolds, Vanessa de Brito Poveda

“…Background Understanding the determinants that limit the population’s access to surgical care in health services is highly relevant in order to provide data to support political interventions.Objective This study aimed to evaluate the time between diagnosis and elective surgery in adult patients with the longest waiting lists in Brazil; identify the determinants that interfere with access to the health service to perform surgery; and analyze the quality of life after the indicative diagnosis of surgical intervention.Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted with adult patients treated at three hospitals in the Southeast, North and South regions of Brazil, from October 2020 to October 2022. …”
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BENTUK PENYELESAIAN SENGKETA PROSES PEMILIHAN UMUM by Yanto M P. Ekon, Rian Van Frits Kapitan, Ellon B. C Mau

“…The research methods used in this paper are the case approach method, conceptual approach method and statutory approach method. …”
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Penyelesaian Pelanggaran Administrasi Pemilu oleh Bawaslu by Maksimus Lefteuw, Lidia Priscilla Pattiasina

“…Purposes of the Research: This writing aims to find out and analyze how to resolve violations of general election administration by Bawaslu. Methods of the Research: The research method used is normative, that is, research that primarily examines positive legal provisions and legal principles, explain and predicts in the direcrion of future legal developments Results Originality Findings of the Research: The findings of this study prove that in legal arrangements regarding the settlement of election administrative violations by Bawaslu and the settlement mechanism that in an effort to resolve administrative violations, Bawaslu has the authority to resolve administrative violations in accordance with the provisions of the Bawaslu laws and regulations and the General Election Commission. …”
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Boundary-Crossing and Integration: Strategies for Cultivating Interdisciplinary Competence in Master of Education Programs at Top-Tier Universities in the United States by HOU Yanan, LIU Junren

“…The instructional approach focuses on enhancing interdisciplinary lite-racy, with theme-based and problem-based teaching methods integrated throughout the entire training process. …”
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Technological and vocational education - A basic component in modern education by MIHAELA FLOREA

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Maternal satisfaction and birth experiences after elective induction vs. spontaneous onset in late-term pregnancy: a register-based study by Sahruh Turkmen, Linnea Binfare

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Sonographic Caval/Aorta Diameter And Inferior Vena Cava Collapsibility Indices For Assessment Of Preoperative Intravascular Volume Status In Elective Surgery Patients by Sushila Lama Moktan, Mona Sharma

“…Two indices, the Caval/aorta diameter index (IVC/Ao) and inferior venacava collapsibility index (IVCCI), have shown a promise in evaluating intravascular volume status. Methods: This observational study included adult patients undergoing elective non-cardiac surgery. …”
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Political Brokers in Head of Village Elections (A Case Study in Sangal Village and Rantau Bangkiang Village, Central Kalimantan Province, Indonesia) by Novie Revlie Pioh, Jovano Deivid Palenewen, Katerina Bataha

“…This research employs qualitative methods to elucidate the phenomenon of political brokers in village head elections. …”
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A Five‐Year Retrospective Analysis Comparing Morbidity and Mortality Outcomes of Previous Myomectomy Surgical Delivery, and Elective Repeat Caesarean Section by Michelle Bailey, Marvin Reid, Vernon DaCosta

“…Methods One hundred and ninety‐four women were enrolled consecutively from the labour ward booklist at the University Hospital, during 2015–2020. …”
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Prevalence and associated factors for preoperative anxiety among women undergoing elective cesarean delivery in eastern Sudan: a cross-sectional study by Bahaeldin Hassan, Gamal K. Adam, Khalid Nasralla, Nadiah ALhabardi, Ishag Adam

“…This research aims to evaluate the prevalence and associated factors of preoperative anxiety in Sudanese women scheduled for elective cesarean delivery. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among women scheduled for elective cesarean delivery at Gadarif Maternity Hospital. …”
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Impact of early postoperative oral hydration in paediatric patients undergoing elective surgery after general anaesthesia. A randomised controlled trial by Mridul Dhar, Jyoti Rawat, Yashwant S Payal, Sanjay Agrawal, Ruhi Sharma, Vaishali Gupta

“…Secondary objectives were to compare the incidence of complications, perioperative clinical parameters and parental satisfaction. Methods: A single-blind, randomised trial was conducted in children of both genders, aged 1–5 years, undergoing elective surgery. …”
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