Novel patented minimally invasive technique for surgical treatment of varicocele: technique overview by P. S. Kyzlasov, G. G. Abuev, A. T. Mustafaev, A. I. Bokov

“…To evaluate the effectiveness of a new minimally invasive method of surgical treatment of varicocele using the author's method.Materials & methods. …”
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Understanding Powder Behavior in Continuous Feeding: Powder Densification and Screw Layering by Sara Fathollahi, Pauline H. M. Janssen, Bram Bekaert, Dirk Vanderroost, Valerie Vanhoorne, Bastiaan H. J. Dickhoff

“…Background: Precise continuous feeding of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients is crucial in a continuous powder-to-tablet manufacturing setup, as any inconsistency can affect the final tablet quality. Method: This study investigated the impact of various materials on the performance of a continuous twin-screw loss-in-weight (LIW) feeder. …”
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The Use of Extracorporeal Liver Support Systems In Acute Decompensated Liver Failure by R. A. Ibadov, Ye. L. Ismailov, S. Kh. Ibragimov

“…The aim of the study: to evaluate the efficacy of extracorporeal liver support systems in patients with acute liver failure of various etiologies.Material and methods. The study included 117 patients with acute liver failure of various etiologies. …”
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Evaluation and Implementation of Green Building in Office Building (Case Study: Munara 99 Sabilulungan Building) by Rina Marina Masri, Iskandar Muda Purwaamijaya, Veily Vitada, Alya Sekar Hapsari

“…A descriptive method with an evaluative approach was chosen to describe and compare the existing condition of the building with the greenship assessment tool for new buildings v1.2. …”
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Microstructure and Anti - Ablation Property of Plasma Sprayed ZrO2/SiO2 Coating on C/C Composites by SUN Shi-jie, MA Zhuang, LIU Yan-bo, JIAO Jian, JIAO Chun-rong, Yang Jin-hua

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French dentists' communication quality on clinical oral dermatology cases in Facebook groups: a cross-sectional study by Théry Mathilde, Bedez Maxime

“…Objectives: This study evaluates the communication quality of French dentists when sharing oral dermatology cases on Facebook. Material and methods: A cross-sectional analysis was conducted over six months, examining cases shared in both general dentistry and specialized oral dermatology groups. …”
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Out-patient diagnostics of psycho-autonomic status in pregnant women with various stages of blood pressure increase by I. E. Mishina, T. S. Polyatykina, S. V. Andreeva, O. V. Bezrukova

“…To investigate autonomic regulation and personality traits in pregnant women with increased blood pressure (BP), for better predicting possible pregnancy complications.Material and methods. Seventy-eight women were examined: 30 women with chronic arterial hypertension (CAH), 16 – with high normal BP (HNBP), and 32 – with normal BP (controls). …”
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Selection of equipment for fluorography and chest radiography based on assessment of image quality and patient exposure levels by Ilya V. Soldatov, A. V. Vodovatov, Z. A. Lantukh, A. V. Solovev, A. K. Smorchkova, Z. R. Artyukova, P. S. Druzhinina

“…The choice of appropriate X-ray diagnostic equipment is one of the key aspects of ensuring radiation protection. Materials and Methods: The study analyzed X-ray diagnostic machines and digital fluorographs with different imaging technologies (detector types), using the example of lung surveys. …”
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[Translated article] Subchondral bone damage has no influence in 12-week clinical outcome in patients with knee osteoarthritis treated with intraarticular platelet-rich plasma: A r... by R. Escribano Rey

“…Objective: To determine if subchondral bone damage can influence the clinical results of intraarticular platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) treatment in knee osteoarthritic patients. Material and methods: A retrospective review of patients treated with intraarticular PRP injections for knee osteoarthritis who previously underwent a magnetic resonance (MR) of the knee was performed. …”
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The Effectiveness of Instruction Based on the Four-Component Instructional Design (4C-ID) Model on Meaningful Learning and Critical Thinking in Sixth-Grade Students of Ardabil by Nader Heidari Raziabad, Vahid Rahimzadeh, Ali Khaleghkhah

“…Introduction One important aspect that provides a favorable learning situation is the teaching method. Previous research shows that the most important effective variable in the teaching process is the teacher's teaching method, which is based on the organization of course materials, the use of learning theories, and the use of various teaching techniques in the classroom (Goldberg & et al, 2021). …”
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SOME ASPECTS OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT IN THE SYSTEM OF CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION by A. G. Gorbunov

“…Methodology and research methods. Development of the advanced and high level of foreign language competence is possible via introduction of institutional discursive practices into the educational process. …”
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Zonation of Debris Cones and Talus Slopes in Aghlaghan Chay Basin (South Western Slope of Sabalan Mountain) by aghil Madadi, ata gafari, elnaz piroozi

“…The purpose of this study is Assessment and zonation Debris cones and Talus slopes. 2- Materials and Methods In this research, two methods of library and field study have been utilized to gather data and information. …”
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Comparison of cosmetic results after treatment in women with breast cancer who received additional radiation to the tumor bed by I. A. Akulova, S. N. Novikov, A. I. Tseluyko, A. V. Chernaya, Zh. V. Bryantseva, P. V. Krivorotko, S. V. Kanaev

“…Objective: to compare cosmetic result of two techniques of boost delivery to the tumor bed after breast concerving treatment.Materials and methods. A retrospective analysis of the results of treatment of patients with stage IA–IIIA breast cancer from three groups was carried out: 1) 45 women received tumor bed boost with interstitial brachytherapy; 2) 48 women with electrons (energies from 6 to 18 MeV); 3) 59 women did not receive additional irradiation of the removed tumor bed. …”
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Impacto de la gamificación en el aprendizaje y satisfacción de estudiantes de odontología de una universidad peruana by Sheila Trigo-Cano, Peggy Griselda Coa-Serrano, Sonia Caroll Macedo-Valdivia, Fernando Amilcar Chávez-Fernandez

“…However, there is little evidence of its application in dental students, so the present study investigated its effectiveness in learning and satisfaction of this population. Material and methods: Face-to-face escape rooms were designed in which 65 dental students participated. …”
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Dynamics of global longitudinal strain of the left ventricular myocardium and blood biomarker levels in patients with rheumatoid arthritis treated with biologic disease-modifying a... by Yu. N. Gorbunova, I. G. Kirillova, T. V. Popkova, M. E. Diatroptov, T. I. Nevretdinov, A. M. Lila

“…Material and methods. The study included 50 patients with RA (ACR/EULAR criteria, 2010): 84 % were women, median age 51.0 [40.0; 59.0] years, median duration of RA was 4.5 [3.0; 14.0] years, median DAS28 5.7 [5.2; 6.4] points. 78 % of patients were positive for IgM rheumatoid factor, 66 % for antibodies to cyclic citrullinated peptide. …”
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Digital Informed Consent/Assent in Clinical Trials Among Pregnant Women, Minors, and Adults: Multicountry Cross-Sectional Evaluation of Comprehension and Satisfaction by Jaime Fons-Martinez, Carlos Murciano-Gamborino, Cristina Ferrer-Albero, Carlos Vergara-Hernandez, Javier Diez-Domingo

“…Materials were co-designed using participatory methods, including design thinking sessions with minors and pregnant women, and online surveys with adults. …”
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Zygomaticofacial foramen in dry adult human skulls: a morphological study by Stanislav Malakhov, Petra Lukáčiková, Andrej Mifkovič, Ladislava Wsólová, Oleg Vovk, Štefan Polák

“…This study aimed to estimate the shape, diameter, and location of the ZFF and their relationships with anatomical landmarks. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A study was conducted on 53 dry adult human skulls. …”
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Investigating Key Processes in the Transition of A Non-Teaching Hospital to aTeaching Hospital by Niusha Shahidi Sadeghi, Mohammadreza Maleki, Bahram Mohaghegh, Soudabeh Vatankhah, Amir Mokhtari

“…This study aimed to investigate the key processes involved in this transition. Materials and methods: This research was conducted using a mixed-methods qualitative approach. …”
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A new type of dense silicon nitride-based metamaterial by Lujie Wang, Xuejian Liu, Qian Qi, Dewei Ni, Hui Zhang, Jie Yin, Zhuhui Qiao, Zhengren Huang

“…Electromagnetic metamaterials have attracted widespread attention because of their unique properties, and the introduction of conductive metals or carbon into an insulating matrix is the main method for preparing metamaterials. Silicon nitride ceramics have become an ideal matrix for electromagnetic metamaterials because of their high degree of insulation, high thermal conductivity, high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and excellent mechanical properties. …”
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“Antimicrobial Activity of the Latex of Jatropha Curcas Against Cutaneous Wound and Burns Infection” by Al-Shami AS, Alzomor M

“…Jatropha curcas latex has long been used to treat infections.Objective: Compare the antimicrobial activities of both Jatropha curcas latex and the used antibiotics against the isolated microorganisms which cause wound burn infection.Methods: An experimental study was carried out in Sana’a City, Yemen, to assess the antimicrobial properties of J. curcas latex. …”
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