Anorectal manometry and urodynamics in children with spina bifida: can we predict the colonic dysmotility from bladder dysfunction? by Ali İhsan Anadolulu, Ragibe Büşra Erdoğan, Arzu Canmemiş, Şeyhmus Kerem Özel, Çiğdem Ulukaya Durakbaşa

“…Of these, 14 were male and 15 were female. Bladder function differed among the patients in the lower defect (LD, n:18) and upper defect (UD, n:11) groups. …”
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Low-dose esketamine combined with propofol versus fentanyl-propofol for preventing hypoxemia during gastroscopy sedation in high-altitude residents: a randomized controlled trial by Hui Xue, Pan Wei, Yun Wen, Shuhua He, Lan Yuan, Wei Song

“…Methods A single-center, double-blind, randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 168 patients residing at an altitude of 3200 m who were scheduled for elective gastroscopy. …”
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Ecological Pea Production in Hungary: Integrating Conservation Tillage with the Application of <i>Rhizobium</i> spp., <i>Ensifer</i> spp., <i>Pseudomonas</i> spp., and <i>Bacillus<... by Jana Marjanović, Abdulrahman Maina Zubairu, Sandor Varga, Shokhista Turdalieva, Réka Erika Döbröntey, Mária Ágnes Fodor, Apolka Ujj

“…This ongoing study focuses on evaluating the long-term effects of crop rotation on key agricultural parameters, aiming to optimize practices over time. Statistical analysis (one-way ANOVA) revealed no significant differences across most parameters <i>(p</i> > 0.05), except for total sugar content (<i>p</i> < 0.05), which aligns with expectations given the limited tillage prior to the study. …”
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Prediction of risk factors of plastic bronchitis in children with severe Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia by Shiyin Mu, Jia Zhai, Yongsheng Guo, Bing Huang, Yingxue Zou

“…This study aimed to identify risk factors associated with PB in children with SMPP and develop a comprehensive risk factor scoring system. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on SMPP patients who underwent bronchoscopy between January 2018 and October 2023. …”
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Structural barriers and facilitators to accessing postsurgical rehabilitation in adults who were treated with surgery for low back pain: protocol for a scoping review by Jessica J. Wong, Jen Rinaldi, Paulo Pereira, Silvano Mior, Lauren Ead, Alanna Veitch, Kent Murnaghan, Pierre Côté

“…Methods We will conduct a scoping review of the literature based on Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) scoping review guidance and report it according to PRISMA-Scoping Reviews. …”
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Retrospective analysis of open reduction and locking plate fixation in three and four part proximal humeral fractures with efficacy and complications by Haiqiang Ma, Jianbin Sun, Xu Ma, Zhipeng Yang, Huanhuan Sun, Donghui Cao, Liangguo Si, Peijie Zhao, Zewen Qiao

“…Their occurrences were highly correlated with factors such as age, diabetes, osteoporosis, fracture healing time, rotator cuff repair, rehabilitation methods, medial cortical bone defect, calcar screw, calcar distance, calcar ratio, reduction quality, and so on. …”
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The Impact of a Line Probe Assay Based Diagnostic Algorithm on Time to Treatment Initiation and Treatment Outcomes for Multidrug Resistant TB Patients in Arkhangelsk Region, Russia... by Platon Eliseev, Grigory Balantcev, Elena Nikishova, Anastasia Gaida, Elena Bogdanova, Donald Enarson, Tara Ornstein, Anne Detjen, Russell Dacombe, Elena Gospodarevskaya, Patrick P J Phillips, Gillian Mann, Stephen Bertel Squire, Andrei Mariandyshev

“…There was no statistically significant difference in smear and culture conversion rates between the two algorithms.…”
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Perioperative temperature management and coagulation: effects of mild hypothermia in a prospective study by Alena Trčková, Tereza Bönischová, Tereza Bönischová, Hana Zelinková, Petr Štourač, Petr Štourač

“…The secondary objective was to identify potential risk factors for the development of both hypothermia and coagulopathy.MethodsA prospective cohort study was conducted, forming the second part of our study “Perioperative Management of Temperature in Children and the Influence of Hypothermia on Blood Clotting in Children” (Peritemp). …”
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Utilization and Costs of Laboratory Monitoring in Biological and Non-Biological Psoriasis Treatment &amp;ndash; Large-Scale Claims Data Analysis by Wagner JN, Hagenström K, Müller KS, Stephan B, Augustin M, von Kiedrowski R

“…A specific focus was placed on the differences by treatment modality, patient characteristics, and economic burden to the payers.Patients and Methods: A retrospective longitudinal analysis was conducted using German health insurance data from the DAK-Gesundheit. …”
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Evaluation of Evaporative Degradation of Arc Torch Cathodes in Hydrocarbon-Containing Plasmas for Spraying, Thermal Protection Testing and Related Technologies by A. V. Gorbunov, V. A. Gorbunova, O. G. Devoino, G. Petraconi Filho, A. A. Halinouski

“…For this procedure, as the first stage, thermodynamic methods can be used to simulate the composition and properties of reactive C–H–O–N–Ar–Me-systems with variable set of such input parameters as the ratio of components of plasma-forming mixture, its pressure and temperature. …”
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Auto-Segmentation and Auto-Planning in Automated Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer by Sijuan Huang, Jingheng Wu, Xi Lin, Guangyu Wang, Ting Song, Li Chen, Lecheng Jia, Qian Cao, Ruiqi Liu, Yang Liu, Xin Yang, Xiaoyan Huang, Liru He

“…<b>Objective:</b> The objective of this study was to develop and assess the clinical feasibility of auto-segmentation and auto-planning methodologies for automated radiotherapy in prostate cancer. <b>Methods</b>: A total of 166 patients were used to train a 3D Unet model for segmentation of the gross tumor volume (GTV), clinical tumor volume (CTV), nodal CTV (CTVnd), and organs at risk (OARs). …”
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Tricuspid valve replacement with mechanical versus biological prostheses: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Muhammad Abdul Qadeer, Ali Abdullah, Amber Noorani, Abdul Hadi Khan, Muhammad Saqlain Mustafa, Zain Ali Nadeem, Shahzaib Samad, Muhammad Usama Siddiq, Rabeeya Qutub Uddin Siddiqui, Sameh M. Said

“…Our analysis provides clinicians with evidence-based guidance for optimizing outcomes in TVR, offering a foundation for informed decision-making in this intricate surgical landscape. …”
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Acute, dose–response effects of guayusa leaf extract on mood, cognitive and motor-cognitive performance, and blood pressure, heart rate, and ventricular repolarization by Nathaniel J. Helwig, Laura E. Schwager, Alexander C. Berry, Anna C. Zucker, Jacob S. Venenga, Samantha C. Sterbenz, Nathaniel D.M. Jenkins

“…Lower dosages of GLE (e.g. 600 mg) appear to optimize cognitive and mood-related outcomes while limiting side-effects such as jitteriness in women, and higher dosages may be necessary (e.g. 1200 mg) to promote improvements in motor-cognitive performance.…”
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Evaluation of a Telemonitoring System Using Electronic National Early Warning Scores for Patients Receiving Medical Home Care: Pilot Implementation Study by Cheng-Fu Lin, Pei‐Jung Chang, Hui-Min Chang, Ching-Tsung Chen, Pi-Shan Hsu, Chieh-Liang Wu, Shih-Yi Lin

“…MethodsThe study was conducted at a medical center and its affiliated home health agency in central Taiwan from November 1, 2022, to October 31, 2023. …”
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Reactive Behaviour of Platinum(II) Salts with Ethylenediamine in Sustainable Water/Choline Chloride-Based Deep Eutectic Solvents Mixtures by Nicola Garofalo, Francesco Messa, Alessandra Barbanente, Francesco Paolo Fanizzi, Antonio Salomone, Nicola Margiotta, Paride Papadia

“…This study investigates the simple model reaction between K₂PtCl₄ and ethylenediamine (<i>en</i>), exploring the behaviour in DES environment, to optimize the synthesis of simple cisplatin-like platinum compounds with the potential objective of improving the traditional methods, decreasing the number of steps required for obtaining target compounds and reducing chemical waste. …”
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P-103 AN ELEVATED BASELINE LEVEL OF ALKALINE PHOSPHATASE, ALANINE AMINOTRANSFERASE, AND ASPARTATE AMINOTRANSFERASE PREDICT A LACK OF BIOCHEMICAL RESPONSE TO UDCA THERAPY AMONG HISP... by LUIS ALEJANDRO ROSALES RENTERIA, José David Prieto Nava, Giovanni Francisco Pérez Roa, César Salcido Yáñez, Adrián Sandez Araiza, María Saraí González Huezo

“…Identifying predictors of non-response is crucial for optimizing treatment strategies and improving patient outcomes. …”
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Risk Factors of Aseptic Loosening After Total Hip Arthroplasty With Collum Femoris Preserving Stem: A Long‐Term Follow‐Up Study by Yongbo Ma, Yansong Liu, Zeming Liu, Jiangqi Chang, Mengnan Li, Tao Wu

“…This study aims to investigate the possible factors associated with aseptic loosening. Methods This study retrospectively analyzed patients who underwent primary THA with the CFP stem from January 2004 to December 2009 in our institution. …”
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Performance of PCA3 and TMPRSS2:ERG Within the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial Risk Calculator Version 2 in a Lithuanian Cohort by Kemesiene J, Nicolau C, Cholstauskas G, Zviniene K, Lopeta M, Veneviciute S, Asmenaviciute I, Tamosauskaite K, Pikuniene I, Jievaltas M

“…However, no significant differences were noted in distinguishing csPCa from non-csPCa.Conclusion: Incorporating PCA3 and T:E into PCPTRC2 substantially enhances diagnostic accuracy for detecting PCa in biopsy-naïve patients. …”
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Prognostic value of the combination of serial APACHE II with serum lactate for predicting post-operative mortality in gastrointestinal perforation peritonitis: a prospective cohort... by Ram Prasad Subedi, Navin Kumar, Summi Karn, V. Arunkumar, Nirmal Raj, Parth Maheshwari, Dipendra Singh, Sanketh Edem, Asish Das, Farhanul Huda, Somprakas Basu

“…Methods In this prospective cohort study, 120 adult patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal perforation peritonitis and undergoing emergency laparotomy were enrolled after obtaining ethical approval and informed consent. …”
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Plasma cholinergic markers are associated with post-stroke walking recovery—revisiting the STROKEWALK study by Sumonto Mitra, Taher Darreh-Shori, Erik Lundström, Staffan Eriksson, Staffan Eriksson, Staffan Eriksson, Tommy Cederholm, Maria Eriksdotter, Maria Eriksdotter, Birgit Vahlberg

“…IntroductionOptimizing post-stroke rehabilitation strategies remains imperative for improving patient outcomes. …”
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