Addressing inequities in research for early to mid-career women scientists in low- and middle-income countries: “Supporting Women in Science” programme by Jai K. Das, Masooma Raza, Zahra Ali Padhani, Narjis Fatima Hussain, Jose Villar, Stephen Kennedy, Zulfiqar A. Bhutta, Zulfiqar A. Bhutta

“…The Supporting Women in Science (SWIS) programme aims to address these barriers by enhancing research capacity among early- and mid-career women scientists from LMIC regions such as South-Central Asia and East Africa, in bespoke areas of health and health-related sustainable development goals (HHSDGs).MethodsThe SWIS programme utilizes online and distance learning with a self-paced approach. …”
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Obesity and spinal surgery: a systematic review by A.V. Evsyukov, O.G. Prudnikova, E.A. Matveev, M.S. Strebkova

“…A systematic review of the outcomes of surgical treatment of patients with spinal pathology in obesity. Material and Methods. A search was conducted in the Pubmed, EMBASE, ELibrary and Google databases for studies assessing the impact of obesity on the results and outcomes of spinal surgeries, the frequency and type of complications, and clinical and functional outcomes. …”
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Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt for the treatment of portal hypertension complications: A single-center retrospective cohort by Jianbin Zhang, MD, Qiangqiang Nie, MD, Bin He, MD, Bo Ma, MD, Xueqiang Fan, MD, Peng Liu, MD, Zhidong Ye, MD

“…Objective: We evaluated the efficacy and safety of transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) for the treatment of portal hypertension complications. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the demographics, treatment details, and outcomes data of 89 patients with portal hypertension complications treated with TIPS from March 2020 to June 2023. …”
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Algorithm for timing of delivery in placenta accreta spectrum: role of cervical length and number of antepartum bleeding by Mevlut Bucak, Mary Ellen Mangione, Sifa Turan, Ozhan Turan

“…This study aimed to evaluate whether a measurable algorithm based on these parameters could guide individualized delivery timing within this gestational range. Methods We conducted a retrospective cohort study including 145 PAS cases managed at a single tertiary center between May 2015 and December 2024. …”
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Effect of obesity on postoperative complications in ulcerative colitis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis by L. M. Tóth, H. Székely, A. Rancz, Á. Zolcsák, M. D. Sárközi, S. Ábrahám, L. Földvári‐Nagy, B. Erőss, P. Hegyi, P. Miheller

“…Objective Our aim was to compare postoperative complications between obese (defined by a body mass index (BMI) over 30 kg/m2) and non‐obese UC patients who underwent total proctocolectomy with ileal pouch‐anal anastomosis (IPAA). Methods Our preregistered protocol can be found on PROSPERO (CRD42022377761). …”
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Association of the central venous-to-arterial carbon dioxide difference with low cardiac output-related outcomes after cardiac surgery in children: a prospective cohort study by Pornnicha Chaiwiriyawong, Jirayut Jarutach, Kantara Saelim, Pongsanae Duangpakdee, Polathep Vichitkunakorn, Pharsai Prasertsan

“…We evaluated the association of VACO2 with LCOS-related outcomes and the correlation with other surrogate markers such as lactate levels and oxygen extraction ratio.MethodsThis prospective cohort study was conducted at an intensive care unit in a tertiary academic hospital. …”
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Pain assessment in fentanyl-propofol combination: two dosage levels by A. A. Sahib, Q. A. Yaqoob, M. A.Z. Sasaa, T. K. Atabi, M. R. Ahmed

“…Therefore, the objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a low dose of fentanyl in the fentanyl-propofol combination for reducing propofol injection pain.The objective of our study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of two distinct doses of fentanyl in mitigating the pain associated with propofol injection.Materials and methods. The study enrolled 90 patients classified as ASA I–II who were scheduled for elective surgery. …”
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Topical larynx lidocaine Spraying reduces cardiovascular stress response caused by suspension laryngoscopic surgery by Liu Huan, Bu Wenhao, Chen Xiangdong, Wu Zhilin

“…Objective: This study aimed to investigate the potential reduction of cardiovascular stress response caused by suspension laryngoscopic surgery through the application of lidocaine spray on the larynx and trachea. Methods: A total of 68 patients scheduled for elective suspension laryngoscopic surgery were randomly assigned to either the lidocaine group (Group L, n = 34) or the control group (Group C, n = 33). …”
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The effect of preoperative oral carbohydrate administration on postoperative glucometabolic response, subjective well being and quality of life in patients undergoing colorectal su... by Murat Urkan, Cemile Celebi, Ulvi Mehmet Meral, Ikbal Cavdar

“…Objectives This study aimed to examine the effects of preoperative oral carbohydrate ingestion on postoperative glucometabolic response, subjective well-being, quality of life, and surgical clinical outcomes in patients undergoing colorectal surgery. Methods A prospective, randomized controlled double-blind study was conducted in a hospital in the Aegean region of Türkiye, including 50 patients scheduled for elective colorectal surgery. …”
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Effect of Controlled Hypotension by Esmolol Versus Remifentanil on Cerebral Oxygen Saturation in Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial by Demet Altun, Serkan Ünsal, Levent Aydemir, Hakan Kara, Özlem Turhan, Ali Emre Çamcı

“…Objective: In this prospective, single blind-randomized study, we aimed to investigate the effect of controlled hypotension by esmolol vs. remifentanil on cerebral oxygen saturation (rSO2) by near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) in patients undergoing functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).Material and Methods: One hundred fifty patients undergoing elective FESS under controlled hypotension were evaluated for study inclusion. …”
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Optimizing post-thoracotomy pain management: comparing erector spinae vs. paravertebral block in thoracotomy patients: a prospective randomized study by Kerem Baser, Ozal Adiyeke, Ergun Mendes, Funda Gumus Ozcan

“…The aim of this study was to demonstrate the effectiveness of erector spinae plane block (ESPB) and paravertebral block (PVB) in managing acute postoperative pain and preventing the development of PTPS in patients undergoing thoracotomy and lobectomy. Methods This prospective, randomized study included American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) class II-III patients aged 18–70 years who underwent elective unilateral lobectomy via a thoracotomy. …”
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Descriptive Epidemiology of Venous Thromboembolism in Pediatric Orthopedic Patients by Hillary Brenda Nguyen, BA, Ryan M. Sanborn, BA, Danielle Cook, MA, Benjamin J. Shore, MD, MPH, FRCSC, Keith D. Baldwin

“…Our objective was to explore the incidence and epidemiology of VTE within pediatric orthopedics through a multicenter review across the United States. Methods:. Encompassing 13 pediatric centers nationwide, VTE incidence rates with 95% confidence interval (CIs) were determined for all pediatric nonorthopedic patients (PNOPs) in general (age 0-18 years) and compared with pediatric orthopedic patients (POPs) from both inpatient and outpatient settings between 2014 and 2017. …”
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Effect of perioperative probiotic intervention on postoperative cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients: a randomized double- blinded and placebo-controlled trial by Sunan Gao, Hongyu Dai, Qian Hao, Jiale Song, Kang Ji, Hongwei Xu, Gang Chen, Jian Lu

“…Therefore, this study aims to investigate the preventive effect of perioperative probiotic intervention on POCD in elderly patients, and further explore the mechanism of probiotics in improving postoperative cognitive function. Methods After obtaining ethical approval and written informed consent, 190 patients aged 65 years or older scheduled for elective lower-extremity orthopedic surgery were enrolled in this randomized, single-center, double-blind trial. …”
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Relationship Between Peripheral Serum Adiponectin and Cerebrospinal Fluid TNF-α, IL-1β, Lactic Acid, Pyruvic Acid and Perioperative Neurocognitive Dysfunction in Elderly... by Guo L, Wang D, Lai X, Chi Y, Liu S, Su X, Chen H, Su B, Xie H

“…We hypothesize that the level of peripheral blood adiponectin (APN) is correlated with PND, potentially through inhibiting the central inflammatory response and regulating brain energy metabolism.Methods: Fifty elderly patients undergoing elective hip arthroplasty under continuous epidural spinal anesthesia (CESA) were included. …”
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Effect of different prophylactical doses of ondansetron for the hemodynamic stability in patients undergoing cesarean section: a randomized controlled study by Rui Qin, Xiangzhao Xu, Na Zhao, Yongqiang Shi, Yi Chen, Jinhua Chen, Xinli Ni

“…We investigated the effect of prophylactic ondansetron on hemodynamic stability in patients undergoing cesarean section following spinal anesthesia.MethodsPatients scheduled for elective cesarean section (n = 120) were randomly allocated to three groups (NS group, 4 mg group, 8 mg group) of 40: those given 4 mL of normal saline (NS), and those given either 4 mg or 8 mg ondansetron (4 mL) before spinal anesthesia. …”
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Effects of Malnutrition on Perioperative Outcomes of Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Adam Aziz, BA, James B. Bluhm, BS, Tyler K. Williamson, DO, Cameron Atkison, MD, Andrew Eck, MD, Chance Moore, MD, Frank A. Buttacavoli, MD

“…The purpose of this review is to characterize definitions of malnutrition in total hip arthroplasty (THA) and analyze its effects on postoperative outcomes. Methods: A systematic search was conducted using iterations of the key terms “total hip arthroplasty” and “malnutrition.” …”
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The electromyographic single twitch stimulation for monitoring the effect of rocuronium on vocal cord opening – a randomised controlled trial by Jennifer Herzog-Niescery, Maximilian von der Gönna, Sarah Joline Werner, Thomas Peter Weber, Adrian Iustin Georgevici

“…Secondarily, we focused on rocuronium dose-related differences between single twitch amplitude and maximum vocal cord aperture. Methods Thirty-six adult patients undergoing elective surgery with tracheal intubation using rocuronium were included. …”
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Apnoeic oxygenation with nasal cannula oxygen at different flow rates in anaesthetised patients: a study protocol for a non-inferiority randomised controlled trial by Lorenz Theiler, Fabian Schneeberg, Thomas Riedel, Heiko Kaiser, Thomas Riva, Robert Greif

“…We hypothesise that CO2 clearance is non-inferior when applying low oxygen flow rates.Methods and analysis In this single-centre, single-blinded, randomised controlled trial, we randomly assign 100 patients planned for elective surgery to either control (oxygen 70 L/min, airway opened by laryngoscopy) or one of three intervention groups: oxygen 70, or 10, or 2 L/min, all with jaw thrust to secure airway patency. …”
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Safety of Co-Crystal of Tramadol-Celecoxib (CTC) in Patients with Acute Moderate-to-Severe Pain: Pooled Analysis of Three Phase 3 Randomized Trials by Eugene R. Viscusi, Richard Langford, Adelaida Morte, Anna Vaqué, Jesús Cebrecos, Mariano Sust, José María Giménez-Arnau, Oscar de Leon-Casasola

“…We sought to better understand the safety and tolerability of CTC in patients with acute postoperative pain. Methods We conducted a pooled analysis of safety data from three phase 3 randomized controlled trials in adults with acute moderate-to-severe pain following oral surgery, bunionectomy, and elective abdominal hysterectomy. …”
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Congenital Heart Defects in Paediatric Patients with Congenital Urogenital Abnormalities: A Cross-sectional Study by Sonal Khatavkar, Nayana Raveendran, Dhananjay Dilip Vaze

“…Aim: To investigate the incidence of CHD in congenital urogenital abnormalities in paediatric patients. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Dr. …”
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