Ten-Year Sepsis Rates Comparing Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy and Ureterorenoscopic Laser Lithotripsy in an Australian Population by Matthew Farag, Clancy Mulholland, Deanne Soares, Lih Ming Wong, Damien Bolton, Daniel Lenaghan

“…ObjectivesTo compare the rate and predictors of septic complications after shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) and flexible ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy (FURS) in an Australian population. MethodsHospital admission data were extracted from the Victorian Admitted Episodes Dataset (VAED) regarding all elective admissions for SWL and FURS for treatment of intrarenal stones from 2009 to 2018, inclusive. …”
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Efficacy of ultrasound-guided lumbar plexus block in reducing emergence agitation in children undergoing hip surgery by Xiaofeng Wang, Yonglin Chen, Hai Yan, Yongzhu Chen, Yonggang Yang, Ruyi Xing, Yu Zhang, Tao Xu, Hui Zhang

“…We aim to investigate the effect of ultrasound-guided lumbar plexus block on emergence agitation in children undergoing hip surgery.MethodsThis prospective, randomized, controlled study was conducted in children aged 1–6 year undergoing elective hip surgery. …”
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Receptivity to Bariatric Surgery in Qualified Patients by Michael Fung, Sean Wharton, Alison Macpherson, Jennifer L. Kuk

“…The objective of this study is to determine the factors influencing receptivity to bariatric surgery among those who qualify for the procedure. Methods. Patients attending a publicly funded weight management clinic who qualified for bariatric surgery were asked to complete an elective questionnaire between February 2013 and April 2014. …”
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Cardiosurgical endovascular intervention during pregnancy by S. O. Siromakha, Yu. V. Davydova, A. Yu. Limanska, B. V. Cherpak, V. V. Lazoryshynets

“…Modern views on impact of ionized radiation and contrast substances on fetus were presented, and the methods of lowering of their potential harm. Conclusion. …”
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Comparative Efficacy of Ultrasound-Guided Transversalis Fascia Plane Block Versus Quadratus Lumborum Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Inguinal Hernia Repair by P Naveenkumar, Naveena Pandian, Shanu Shanmugasundaram, B. Arun Kumar, Panneerselvam Periasamy

“…Methods: A prospective randomized double-blinded study was conducted at Vinayaka Missions Kirupananda Variyar Medical College and Hospitals, involving 60 adult patients (aged 18–80 years) undergoing elective unilateral hernioplasty. …”
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Preventing postoperative pulmonary complications by establishing a machine-learning assisted approach (PEPPERMINT): Study protocol for the creation of a risk prediction model. by Britta Trautwein, Meinrad Beer, Manfred Blobner, Bettina Jungwirth, Simone Maria Kagerbauer, Michael Götz

“…However, prevention and treatment methods for POPC that are considered effective tie up human and technical resources. …”
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Perceived learning gaps in paediatric anaesthesia training: A cross-sectional survey by Vasudha Devi, Vinod Pallath, Balasubramaniam Gayathri, Shantanu S. Patil

“…To address this, a survey was conducted among anaesthesia trainees and teachers to identify perceived learning gaps. Methods: A self-administered Google questionnaire was used to gather input on teaching and learning paediatric anaesthesia. …”
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Cultural Beliefs and Decision-making in Induced Abortion: Facilitator and Barriers to Safe Abortion Services in Rural Haryana, India – A Qualitative Study by Arunangshu Bhattacharyya, Bhavik Bansal, MBBS 2019-Batch A, Aswani Kumar Seth, Ankit Chandra, Harshal Ramesh Salve, Puneet Misra, Rakesh Kumar

“…Both traditional and modern methods of abortion were prevalent in the community. …”
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95% effective dose of remimazolam in brachial plexus block assistedsedation and its efficacy and safety by SI Zenghao，WANG Jinfeng，GAO Yuan，CHEN Bowen，WANG Weilian，ZHANG Kun

“…Objective To investigate the 95% effective dose（ED95）of remimazolam for brachial plexus block（BPB）-assisted sedation and its effectiveness and safety, and to compare it with propofol. Methods Two-part clinical trials were conducted in patients undergoing elective BPB for upper limb surgery from December 2023 to May 2024 at Jingzhou Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University. …”
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Effective Dose of Oliceridine Fumarate Co-Administered with Remimazolam in Suppressing Gastroscope Insertion Responses for Adults by Yang W, Zhou R, Zhou X, Chen X, Zhou D, Zhang X

“…Weilin Yang,1,* Rui Zhou,2,* Xinyu Zhou,1 Xuemeng Chen,1 Dan Zhou,1 Xianjie Zhang1 1Department of Anesthesiology, Deyang People’s Hospital, Deyang, 618000, People’s Republic of China; 2Shanghai Key Laboratory of Anesthesiology and Brain Functional Modulation, Translational Research Institute of Brain and Brain‑Like Intelligence, Clinical Research Center for Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Shanghai Fourth People’s Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200434, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Dan Zhou, Department of Anesthesiology, Deyang People’s Hospital, NO. 173, Section 1 of North Taishan Road, Jingyang District, Deyang, Sichuan Province, 618000, People’s Republic of China, Email zd13069617@163.com Xianjie Zhang, Department of Anesthesiology, Deyang People’s Hospital, NO. 173, Section 1 of North Taishan Road, Jingyang District, Deyang, Sichuan Province, 618000, People’s Republic of China, Email zhangxianjie791002@163.comObjective: To determine the 50% effective dose (ED50) and 95% effective dose (ED95) of oliceridine in suppressing gastroscope insertion responses during painless gastroscopy when combined with 0.3 mg/kg remimazolam.Methods: This prospective study enrolled 52 patients scheduled for elective painless gastroscopy. …”
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Perfusion index as a predictor of hypotension after spinal anesthesia in lower extremity orthopedic surgery: a prospective observational trial by Fatma Kavak Akelma, Milas Mafizer, Burak Nalbant

“…This study aims to investigate the role of the perfusion index (PI) in predicting spinal anesthesia-induced hypotension (SAIH) during orthopedic lower extremity surgery and its relationship with age. Methods We conducted a single-center, prospective, observational study of 120 elective patients over 18 years of age, classified as ASA I-II-III risk groups, undergoing lower extremity surgery in the supine position under spinal anesthesia. …”
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“Impact of regional data reporting and feedback on rectal cancer surgery quality metrics in the Surgical Care Outcomes Assessment Program (SCOAP)” by Alex J. Charboneau, MD, MS, Chad Cragle, MD, PhD, Joseph Frankhouse, MD, Shalini Kanneganti, MD, Jenny A. Kaplan, MD, Ravi Moonka, MD, Laila Rashidi, MD, Vlad V. Simianu, MD, MPH

“…This study was designed to describe the impact of targeted feedback at the institutional level on improving achievement of rectal cancer quality metrics. Methods: Adult elective rectal cancer resections performed at institutions that continuously participated in SCOAP between 2011 and 2022 were included for analysis. …”
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Nomogram Predictive Model for Vaginal Birth after One Prior Cesarean Section: A Retrospective Study by Fangyuan Zheng, Yangfang Sun, Xuening Liang, Jinying Zhou, Yun Chen

“…Background: Repeat cesareans pose significant maternal risks, whereas vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) offers better outcomes, with a complication rate of 2.4% compared with 3.6% for elective repeat cesareans and 14.1% for failed trial of labor after cesarean (TOLAC). …”
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Effect of transcranial direct current stimulation on postoperative delirium in elderly patients undergoing hip fracture surgery: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial by Li-Chao Xue, Hai-Jie Ji, Sha-Sha Fan, Qing Niu, Jun-Yan Zhang, Ai-Li Fang, Ping-Zhi Wang, Shou-Yuan Tian, Hua Zheng, Hua Zheng

“…ObjectiveTo evaluate the efficacy of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in reducing the incidence of postoperative delirium (POD) in elderly patients undergoing hip fracture surgery.Methods and analysisThis single-center, double-blind, randomized controlled trial will enroll 160 participants aged 65 years and older, scheduled for elective hip surgery under spinal anesthesia. …”
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Effects of Dexmedetomidine on Minimum Alveolar Concentration of Sevoflurane for Blunting Sympathetic Response to Pneumoperitoneum: A Randomized Trial by Yuan Y, Zheng G, Guan J, Zhou C, Gao W, Li J, Dai D, Yao Y

“…This study evaluates dexmedetomidine’s impact on sevoflurane requirements for blocking sympathetic responses during laparoscopic pneumoperitoneum.Patients and Methods: This prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial enrolled 90 adults (aged 18– 45 years) classified as American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status I–II scheduled for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy. …”
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Cognition and experience of surgical incisions in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgery with enhanced recovery after surgery protocol: A qualitative study by Hongxia Xu, Yihong Xu, Gongjie Shi, Jiaqi Lu, Liping Zhu, Guibing He, Xiao Liang

“…The data were analyzed via the framework method to identify themes related to incision experiences. …”
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Clinical and pathogenetic justification for the use of therapeutic plasma exchange in the complex of preoperative preparation of patients with non-small cell lung cancer complicate... by N. D. Ushakova, D. A. Rozenko, S. N. Tikhonova, D. A. Kharagezov, N. N. Popova

“…Determination of pathogenetic substantiation and indication criteria for the inclusion of extracorporeal detoxification methods in preoperative preparation of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) complicated by inflammation.Patients and methods. …”
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Maternal Risk Factors & Perinatal Outcomes in Women with Placenta Previa: A Cross Sectional Study by Zanwer Sabir Mahmood, Ariana Khalis Jawad

“…This study was conducted to determine risk factors for placenta previa and subsequent maternal and perinatal outcomes. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted at Maternity Teaching Hospital, Erbil City, Kurdistan region, Iraq, from August 2020 to August 2021. …”
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Development of neuro-didactic content aimed at developing the intelligence of younger schoolchildren by Zhazira Zhumabayeva, Rabiga Bazarbekova, Sazhila Nurzhanova, Assel Stambekova, Sholpan B. Kalbergenova

“…This study explores the implementation and impact of the elective course “Neurogymnastics,” designed to develop cognitive intelligence, self-regulation, memory, attention, and effective learning strategies among primary school students.MethodsApproved by the City Scientific and Methodological Center for New Educational Technologies, the course was integrated into the 2024–2025 academic curriculum at School-Gymnasium No. 185 (Alatau District, Almaty) and Ozat School (Auezov District, Almaty). …”
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Olympic education as a component of professional training of university students by Nadezhda Sergeevna Leontyeva, Lyubov Sergeevna Leontyeva, Maria Vadimovna Koreneva, Maya Victorovna Makhinova

“…The following methods were used in the research: collection, analysis and systematization of primary sources, comparison and contrast, mental experiment, inductive and deductive methods. …”
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