Establishment of an evaluation system for conversion to laparotomy in laparoscopic cholecystectomy and exploration of surgical grading management by ZHANG Nannan, GUO Jinxing, WU Gang, YI Hui, ZHOU Yuanhang, LIAO Zhiwei, HUANG Qi, DONG Jian

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Surgeons’ perspectives for a future obstetric fistula classification system: exploring the key parameters by Elad T Fraiman, Rachel Pope

“… # Methods Members of the International Society of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons were surveyed using a non-validated questionnaire to explore their experience and factors they think were most important to include in an updated comprehensive obstetric fistula classification scheme. …”
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Exploring Everyday Experiences of Adolescents Living With Asthma Through Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory by Tzu‐Jung Tseng, Chiung‐Jung (Jo) Wu

“…Design Exploratory qualitative study using semi‐structured face‐to‐face interviews, framed within Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory. Methods Data were collected until saturation was reached. …”
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On the resilience of health systems: A methodological exploration across countries in the WHO African Region. by Humphrey Cyprian Karamagi, Regina Titi-Ofei, Hillary Kipchumba Kipruto, Aminata Benitou-Wahebine Seydi, Benson Droti, Ambrose Talisuna, Benjamin Tsofa, Sohel Saikat, Gerard Schmets, Edwine Barasa, Prosper Tumusiime, Lindiwe Makubalo, Joseph Waogodo Cabore, Matshidiso Moeti

“…We assessed face validity of the computed index, to ensure derived values were representative of the different elements of resilience, and were predictive of health outcomes, and computed bias-corrected non-parametric confidence intervals of the emergency preparedness and response (EPR) and inherent system resilience (ISR) sub-indices, as well as the overall resilience index, using 1000 bootstrap replicates. …”
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Exploring Use of a Protein Cage System for Producing Bioactive Peptides in Escherichia coli by Maxim D. Harding, Mark A. Jackson, Edward K. Gilding, Kuok Yap, David J. Craik, Frank Sainsbury, Nicole Lawrence

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Thematic analysis of six Asian prehospital emergency medical systems to explore development principles by Amila Ratnayake, Dinesh Bagaria, April B. Llaneta, Ratrawee Pattanarattanamolee, Bui Hai Hoang, Takaaki Suzuki, Kenji Fukushima, Minh Nguyen, Weerasak Phongphuttha, Patrick Joseph G. Tiglao, Niladri Banerjee, Sohan de Silva, Srilal De Silva, Harshit Agarwal, Emelia B. Santamaria, Kriangsak Pintatham, Xuan Quy Le, Shinji Nakahara

“…This study was a thematic analysis of the development of EMS systems in six Asian countries. Experts in emergency care were selected through convenience sampling. …”
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Exploring psychological distress among lung cancer patients through the stress system model by Yuxiu Liu, Wei Wu, Shuzhen Li, Xin Wang, Lan Zhang

“…Statistical analysis, conducted with SPSS 25.0, utilized univariate, correlation, and binary logistic regression analyses to systematically explore the interrelationships and influence mechanisms of these factors on psychological distress from a holistic stress system model perspective. …”
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Exploring Potential of a Remote Plasma Electrolysis System (RPES) for Fruit Surface Sterilization by Thana Phuthidhorn, Jaikua Mathin, Maitip Jakkrawut, Ungwiwatkul Sunisa, Prasertboonyai Kanyarak, Rueangwong Athitta, Promsart Woranika

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Exploring the attitudes of healthcare professionals towards primary healthcare in northwest Syria by Sara Basha, Aravinda Guntupalli, Diana Rayes, Abdulkader Mohammad, Mahmoud Hariri, Lena Basha, Safwan Alchalati, Yamama Bdaiwi, Aula Abbara

“…Semi-structured interviews were conducted with stakeholders who had experience of the Syrian health system before and after the conflict. …”
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Exploring the effects of feeding methods on the growth and meat flavor of Wenchang chicken by Tieshan Xu, Qicheng Jiang, Chaohua Xu, Zhepeng Xiao, Xinli Zheng, Lihong Gu

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Meta-Exploration of Machine Learning in Smart Cities by Afeef Obaid, Beenish Ayesha Akram, Amna Zafar, Fareed Ud Din Jafri, Talha Waheed

“…This survey, using databases like IEEE Explorer, Web of Sciences, and Google Scholar, thoroughly investigated 22 papers published between 2021 and 2023. …”
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Exploring Trust in Health Insurers: Insights from Enrollees’ Perceptions and Experiences by Frank J. P. van der Hulst, Sanne Huijgen, Anne E. M. Brabers, Judith D. de Jong

“…Managed competition is a key driver in healthcare systems in countries like Germany, Switzerland, and The Netherlands. …”
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Exploring the Cardiovascular Potential of Artichoke—A Comprehensive Review by Henrique Silva, Avina Mahendra Daia

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Exploration of Hub Genes and Pathogenetic Pathways in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Complicated with Early Onset Atherosclerosis by Han Zhang, Yinde Huang, Xin Li, Wenbin Chen, Yu Lun, Jian Zhang

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Brain Model Based on the Canonical Ensemble with Functional MRI: A Thermodynamic Exploration of the Neural System by Chenxi Zhou, Bin Yang, Wenliang Fan, Wei Li

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System-wide targeted analysis of oxylipins and lipoproteins in chronic peripheral neuropathic pain—an explorative study by Mika Jönsson, Emmanuel Bäckryd, Stefan Ljunggren, Nina Ottosson, Amaia Jauregi-Miguel, Sara I. Liin, Antonio Checa, Craig E. Wheelock, Bijar Ghafouri

“…Analysis of protein carbonylation showed oxidation of 6 proteins in HDL, of which 3 were unique to patients. No oxidized proteins were observed in LDL. …”
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Exploring Platinum Thin Films as Electrodes for High‐Temperature and ‐Pressure Electrochemical Studies in Aqueous Systems by Muna Abdulaziz, Ariel Petruk, Tony George, Nicolette Shaw, German Sciaini, Liliana Trevani

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Exploring the contribution of phosphatidylcholine and triglyceride on the formation of beef aroma-active compounds with thermal oxidation system by Yujie Shi, Jing Li, Longzhu Zhou, Junmin Zhang, Xiaohui Feng, Weihai Xing, Chaohua Tang, Yueyu Bai

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EXPLORING INTRA-CITY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM AS A CATALYST FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN CALABAR, NIGERIA by Akpanika Ekenyong NYONG, Nnana Okoi OFEM, Udeme Akaninyene UMO, Tangban Egbe EBAGU, Inyang Jenny BENJAMIN, Anthony Okon BEN, Mbaze-Ebock Vivian ARREY, Edem EBONG, Paul Odah EBIALA, Lilian Anwulika OKORO, Emmanuel Nnamdi NWOBU, Eja lwara EJA, University of Calabar, Department of Tourism Studies, Calabar, Nigeria, e-mail: ejaiwara43@gmail.com, Inuaesiet Victoria UTITOFON, Iwuchukwu Goodluck NDUBUISI

“…This research explores the role of intra-city transportation systems as a catalyst for sustainable tourism development in Calabar, Nigeria. …”
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Exploring patient perspectives on shared decision making about bariatric surgery in two healthcare systems by Kathleen McTigue, Anita Courcoulas, Robert Wellman, Ali Tavakkoli, Joanna Eavey, Emily Klawson, Jane Anau, Robin Garcia, Diana Stilwell, Bestoun Ahmed, Gary S. Fischer, John Maier, Kathleen Paul, Matt Handley, Shireesh Saurabh, Christopher Daigle, Glyn Elwyn, David Arterburn

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