Comparison of TAP block and epidural analgesia for postoperative analgesia after robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy by O.O. Volkov, Lutsenko V.V., M.O. Plis, M.V. Pavlenko, Krishtafor D.A.

“…Mobilization of patients in both groups occurred in 8 hours without statistical difference (p=0.094). A direct medium strength significant correlation was found between the method of analgesia and weakness in one of the lower limbs at the time of mobilization (r=0.69; p=0.039), a direct medium strength significant correlation was found between the size of the prostate and the time to tracheal extubation (r=0.39; p=0.041). …”
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Comprehensive analysis of phagocytosis regulatory genes in bladder cancer: implications for prognosis and immunotherapy by Xueming Ma, Xueming Ma, Xueming Ma, Dongnuan Yao, Dongnuan Yao, Dongnuan Yao, Weitao Yu, Weitao Yu, Weitao Yu, Gongping Wu, Gongping Wu, Gongping Wu, Chengwei Fan, Chengwei Fan, Chengwei Fan, Junqiang Tian, Junqiang Tian, Junqiang Tian

“…Its incidence and mortality rates are on the rise, and the existing treatment methods are difficult to meet the prognostic needs of patients. …”
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Influence of Nd:YAG Laser Melting on an Investment-Casting Co-Cr-Mo Alloy by Francisco Cepeda Rodríguez, Carlos Rodrigo Muñiz Valdez, Juan Carlos Ortiz Cuellar, Jesús Fernando Martínez Villafañe, Jesús Salvador Galindo Valdés, Gladys Yerania Pérez Medina

“…The ability to fine-tune parameters such as laser power density and scanning speed facilitates the optimization of the treated layers’ thickness and homogeneity, thereby addressing many of the shortcomings inherent in conventional methods. …”
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Magnetic nanoparticles for eliminating endocrine-disrupting compounds in water treatment – a quantitative systematic analysis by Juliana Guimarães, Igor Taveira, Thuane Mendes Anacleto, Alex Enrich-Prast, Alex Enrich-Prast, Alex Enrich-Prast, Fernanda Abreu

“…EDCs can cause harm to humans and animals and unbalance the aquatic ecosystem even at low concentrations. Several methods are applied to remove EDCs, and recently, magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs), a low-cost and magnetically-responsive approach, have been introduced as modern innovative tools for this purpose. …”
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Towards the Performance Characterization of a Robotic Multimodal Diagnostic Imaging System by George Papaioannou, Christos Mitrogiannis, Mark Schweitzer, Nikolaos Michailidis, Maria Pappa, Pegah Khosravi, Apostolos Karantanas, Sean Starling, Christian Ruberg

“…This study presents several performance characterization experiments from a new robotic multimodal imaging system using specially designed calibration methods at different system configurations. Additional musculoskeletal imaging and imaging from a pediatric brain stroke patient without anesthesia are presented for comparisons. …”
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Chemistry of Mezcal: Volatile Profile of Artisanal Mezcal Made from Wild Agaves of Oaxaca by Rosa Elvira Sánchez-Fernández, Artemio Pérez-López, Anabel Morales-Solis, Yesenia Manilla-Tellez, Erika Daniela Reyes-Carmona, Graciela Avila-Uribe

“…The findings highlight the influence of fermentation, distillation, and storage conditions on mezcal’s chemical profile and demonstrate the importance of standardized analytical methods for product authentication. Proper management of variables during fermentation and optimization of the final distillation cuts is necessary to fully comply with regulatory parameters and ensure product quality. …”
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Effectiveness of Ivermectin treatment among adult patients infected with Strongyloides stercoralis in East Gojam zone, Northwest Ethiopia by Gashaw Azanaw Amare, Yenesew Mihret Wondmagegn, Abebaw Setegn, Mekuriaw Belayneh, Yalew Muche, Abateneh Melkamu, Kassahun Misgana, Agenagnew Ashagre, Temesgen Baylie, Mohammed Jemal, Mamaru Getinet, Abebe Fenta, Habtamu Belew, Adane Adugna

“…Age, residential area, and other factors have been found to influence treatment outcomes, warranting further investigation into potential resistance factors and optimizing treatment for different populations.…”
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Tongue-LiteSAM: A Lightweight Model for Tongue Image Segmentation With Zero-Shot by Daiqing Tan, Hao Zang, Xinyue Zhang, Han Gao, Ji Wang, Zaijian Wang, Xing Zhai, Huixia Li, Yan Tang, Aiqing Han

“…This study aims to construct an efficient model with zero-shot suitable for tongue image segmentation in TCM. Methods: We developed the Tongue-LiteSAM model by improving the SAM (Segment Anything Model) framework to suit tongue segmentation. …”
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Effects of Selenium/Iodine Foliar Application and Seasonal Conditions on Yield and Quality of Perennial Wall Rocket by Alessio Vincenzo Tallarita, Nadezhda Golubkina, Stefania De Pascale, Agnieszka Sękara, Robert Pokluda, Otilia Cristina Murariu, Eugenio Cozzolino, Vincenzo Cenvinzo, Gianluca Caruso

“…The biofortification of leafy vegetables with selenium (Se) and iodine (I) provides the basis for the Se/I status optimization and preservation of human health. The effect of foliar Se, I, and Se + I supply in three different crop cycles (autumn, autumn–winter, and winter) on yield, quality, and mineral composition of wall rocket leaves was investigated using biochemical and ICP-MS methods of analysis. …”
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Effect of family management styles on the outcomes of children with complex congenital heart disease after palliative surgery by Yuxian Xia, Rui Yang, Yuemeng Zhang, Di Yin, Wen Zhang, Qi Jiang, Yifan Zhu, Haibo Zhang, Renjie Hu, Wei Dong

“…BackgroundThis study aimed to explore family management style (FMS) after palliative surgery in children with complex congenital heart disease (CCHD) and evaluate its influence on their outcomes.MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted among 252 families of children with CCHD who underwent palliative surgery at our center. …”
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Standardizing multidrug resistance definitions and visualizations to support surveillance across One Health by Claudia Cobo Angel, Ava Glowney, Emma Lin, Abdolreza Mosaddegh, Kurtis Sobkowich, Zvonimir Poljak, J. Scott Weese, Casey L. Cazer

“…Objective: This study aimed to understand the current use of visualizations for multidrug resistance (MDR) data across the One Health spectrum and the visualization preferences and definitions of MDR used by antimicrobial resistance experts, with emphasis on the animal health sector of One Health, which lacks standardized MDR definitions. Methods: A rapid scoping review was conducted to synthesize current approaches to visualize MDR. …”
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The Influence of Region, Sex, and Age on the Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Parasites in Alpacas (<i>Vicugna pacos</i>) in Poland by Bogumiła Pilarczyk, Renata Pilarczyk, Marta Juszczak-Czasnojć, Małgorzata Bąkowska, Agnieszka Tomza-Marciniak, Beata Seremak, Paulius Matusevičius, Ramutė Mišeikienė

“…Examination was performed using the direct flotation and McMaster methods. The average prevalence of gastrointestinal parasitic infections was 74.4%; 68.8% of alpacas were infected with nematodes and 34.8% with protists of the genus <i>Eimeria</i>. …”
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A Celecoxib-Loaded Emulsion Gel for Enhanced Drug Delivery and Prevention of Postoperative Adhesion by Heesang Yang, Dongmin Kim, Jong-Ju Lee, Ye Ji Kim, Seungeun Song, Sooho Yeo, Sung-Joo Hwang

“…This study developed a pectin-based emulsion gel loaded with celecoxib to prevent adhesions and provide localized pain relief. <b>Methods</b>: Formulations (F1–F4) with different pectin concentrations were evaluated for rheological properties, mucoadhesion, degradation rate, and celecoxib release. …”
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A fully automated machine-learning-based workflow for radiation treatment planning in prostate cancer by Jan-Hendrik Bolten, David Neugebauer, Christoph Grott, Fabian Weykamp, Jonas Ristau, Stephan Mende, Elisabetta Sandrini, Eva Meixner, Victoria Navarro Aznar, Eric Tonndorf-Martini, Kai Schubert, Christiane Steidel, Lars Wessel, Jürgen Debus, Jakob Liermann

“…The proposed workflow was designed to create a clinically acceptable radiotherapy plan within the inter-observer variation of conventional plans. Methods: We evaluated the fully-automated workflow on five low-risk prostate cancer patients treated with external beam radiotherapy and compared the results with conventional optimized and inverse planned radiotherapy plans based on the contours of six different experienced radiation oncologists. …”
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Factors influencing the posterior tibial slope after medial opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy by Junwei Li, Qingqing Yang, Min Zhang, Jie Yao, Bolun Liu, Yichao Luan, Yunlin Chen, Chaohua Fang, Chaohua Fang, Cheng-Kung Cheng

“…However, the factors influencing PTS and methods for maintaining PTS stability remain controversial.MethodsA lower limb geometric model was constructed based on the CT data from a patient with medial knee osteoarthritis and varus knee. …”
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Investigation of the Influence of the Extraction System and Seasonality on the Pharmacological Potential of <i>Eugenia punicifolia</i> Leaves by Kidney O. G. Neves, Samuel O. Silva, Marinildo S. Cruz, Josiana Moreira Mar, Jaqueline A. Bezerra, Edgar A. Sanches, Natasha Marques Cassani, Giovanna A. Antoniucci, Ana Carolina Gomes Jardim, Francisco C. M. Chaves, Leonard D. R. Acho, Emersom S. Lima, Marcos B. Machado, Alan D. C. Santos

“…Quantitative ¹H NMR, combined with the PULCON method, was used to quantify phenolic compounds such as quercetin, myricetin, catechin, and gallic acid. …”
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From Oral to Sublingual: A Redefined Avanafil Tablet with a Breakthrough in Bioavailability and First-Pass Metabolism Avoidance by Asar TO, Al-hejaili OD, El-Sawy HS, Abd-Allah FI, Omar AM, Ahmed TA, El-Say KM

“…Enhancing its solubility and choosing an alternative delivery route may enhance its effectiveness and duration of action.Methods: Eight complex formulations were elaborated and analyzed at various ratios using different polyethylene glycols and hydroxypropyl-beta-cyclodextrin (HP-β-CD). …”
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The Relationship Between Stiff Knee Gait Runner’s Dystonia and Musculoskeletal Knee Pathology: A Case Series by Jared A. Stowers, Derek S. Day, Steven Jow, Sarah Heins, Euan Forrest, Yonathan M. Assefa, Paige M. Lind, Afreen Mushtaheed, Frances T. Sheehan, Katharine E. Alter

“…This case series examines the relationship between stiff knee gait RD and musculoskeletal (MSK) knee pathology. Methods: Eight RD cases, evaluated at the NIH Movement Disorders Clinic since 2018, were retrospectively reviewed. …”
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Impact of embryo transfer strategies on children health outcomes: a retrospective national cohort study in Taiwan by Chih-Ting Chang, Shih-Feng Weng, Shih-Feng Weng, Shih-Feng Weng, Hui-Yu Chuang, Chia-Yi Hsu, Chia-Yi Hsu, Eing-Mei Tsai, Eing-Mei Tsai

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the impact of different assisted reproductive technology (ART) embryo transfer strategies on neonatal and early childhood health outcomes, focusing on fresh versus frozen transfers and cleavage versus blastocyst stages.DesignRetrospective cohort study analyzing data from Taiwan’s national assisted reproduction database (2013–2017).MethodsThe study included 10,803 ART-conceived singleton births and 894,615 naturally conceived singletons. …”
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MARC, a novel modular chimeric antigen receptor, improves T cell-based cancer immunotherapies by preventing early T cell exhaustion and enhancing persistence by Jean-Sebastien Delisle, Susan Moore, Etienne Gagnon, Margaux Tual, Angélique Bellemare-Pelletier, Delphine Guipouy, Negar Farzam-Kia, Leila Jafarzadeh, Jordan Quenneville, Benoit Barrette, Marc K Saba-El-Leil

“…In a clinically relevant mouse leukemia model, MARC-T cells exhibited remarkable long-term persistence and a less exhausted phenotype compared with conventional CAR-T cells.Conclusions With its modular architecture, the MARC offers unparalleled opportunities for optimization and broad applicability across different cell types, paving the way for transformative advancements in cell-based therapies. …”
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