Maternal complication of instrumental vaginal delivery and its associated factors: Systematic review and meta-analysis. by Hinsermu Bayu Abdi, Elias Bekele Wakwaya, Beyene Sisay Damtew, Beker Ahmed Hussen, Teresa Kisi Beyen

“…<h4>Background</h4>While instrumental vaginal delivery is generally a safe procedure, but it is associated with significant risks for both the mother and the newborn in developing countries. However, burden of maternal instrumental delivery complications and its predictors in Ethiopia is highly varied and there isn't data that indicate nation-level cumulative evidence. …”
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Own Experience in the Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Diagnosis of Esophageal Achalasia by O. A. Storonova, N. I. Kanevskii, A. S. Trukhmanov, V. T. Ivashkin

“…The web application, developed on the basis of this model, is capable of analyzing manometric data and establishing one of three types of achalasia in patients. …”
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Phase 3 evaluation of an innovative simple molecular test for the diagnosis of malaria in different endemic and health settings in sub-Saharan Africa (DIAGMAL). by Francois Kiemde, Halidou Tinto, Jane Carter, Toussaint Rouamba, Daniel Valia, Lesong Conteh, Elisa Sicuri, Bryony Simmons, Bakri Nour, Davis Mumbengegwi, Asrat Hailu, Stephen Munene, Albadawi Talha, Mulugeta Aemero, Paul Meakin, René Paulussen, Scott Page, Norbert van Dijk, Petra Mens, Henk Schallig

“…Consequently, there is a pressing need to develop and evaluate more sensitive and accurate diagnostic tests. …”
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Role of the inferior vena cava collapsibility index in predicting propofol-induced hypotension in patients undergoing colonoscopy by Zhou Zhou, Yujie Li, Jinxian Zhu, Yingge Liu, Yuxin Wang, Xiaoqiao Sang, Xinxin Wang, Xiaobao Zhang

“…After induction,30 patients developed hypotension. The area under the curve (95% confidence interval) was 0.72 (0.595 to 0.849) for IVC-CI. …”
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The Cognivue Amyloid Risk Measure (CARM): A Novel Method to Predict the Presence of Amyloid with Cognivue Clarity by James E. Galvin, Michael J. Kleiman, Heather M. Harris, Paul W. Estes

“…This finding was leveraged to develop an amyloid-specific marker, combining the three subtests with age using machine learning to create the 4-point Cognivue Amyloid Risk Measure (CARM). …”
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Phase I trial of an alhydrogel adjuvanted hepatitis B core virus-like particle containing epitopes of Plasmodium falciparum circumsporozoite protein. by Aric L Gregson, Giane Oliveira, Caroline Othoro, J Mauricio Calvo-Calle, George B Thorton, Elizabeth Nardin, Robert Edelman

“…Depending on the ICC-1132 vaccine concentration, 95 to 100% of volunteers developed antibody responses to the ICC-1132 immunogen and HBc after two injections; however, only 29-75% and 29-63% of volunteers, respectively, developed malaria-specific responses measured by the malaria repeat synthetic peptide ELISA and IFA; 2 of 8 volunteers had positive reactions in the CSP assay. …”
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Effectiveness of a Randomized Controlled Lifestyle Intervention to Prevent Obesity among Chinese Primary School Students: CLICK-Obesity Study. by Fei Xu, Robert S Ware, Eva Leslie, Lap Ah Tse, Zhiyong Wang, Jiequan Li, Youfa Wang

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A cluster randomized controlled trial was developed among grade 4 students from 8 urban primary schools (638 students in intervention, 544 as control) in Nanjing City, China. …”
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Accuracy of Machine Learning Models for Early Prediction of Major Cardiovascular Events Post Myocardial Infarction: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Yi Xiang, Dong Liu, Leilei Guo, Yuhua Zheng, Xiaoman Xiong, Tao Xu

“…With the widespread application of machine learning (ML), researchers have attempted to develop models for predicting MACEs following MI. …”
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Update on Noma: systematic review on classification, outcomes and follow-up of patients undergoing reconstructive surgery after Noma disease by Benjamin Langridge, Sophie Speiser, Moira Melina Birkl, Harald Kubiena, Will Rodgers

“…Introduction Noma is a significant yet neglected disease which affects some of the least developed countries in the world. The long-term benefit and safety of Noma surgical reconstructive missions have recently been under scrutiny due to a perceived lack of measurable outcomes and appropriate follow-up. …”
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Antiretroviral therapy for prevention of tuberculosis in adults with HIV: a systematic review and meta-analysis. by Amitabh B Suthar, Stephen D Lawn, Julia del Amo, Haileyesus Getahun, Christopher Dye, Delphine Sculier, Timothy R Sterling, Richard E Chaisson, Brian G Williams, Anthony D Harries, Reuben M Granich

“…<h4>Background</h4>Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is the strongest risk factor for developing tuberculosis and has fuelled its resurgence, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. …”
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[18F]FDG PET/CT to reduce the need for sentinel lymph node biopsy in early-stage oral cancer: PETN0-study protocol. by Roosmarijn S Tellman, Dominique N V Donders, Anne I J Arens, Koos Boeve, Adrienne H Brouwers, Simone E J Eerenstein, Sylvia L van Egmond, Thomas J W Klein Nulent, W Martin C Klop, Martin Lacko, Jochem A J van der Pol, Daphne D D Rietbergen, Robert P Takes, Joris Tim, Wouter V Vogel, Gerben J C Zwezerijnen, Bart de Keizer, Remco de Bree

“…The aim of the PETN0 study, a prospective Dutch multicenter cohort study (registration number NL83442.041.22), is to reduce the need for SLNB by developing scoring criteria for [18F]FDG PET/CT with a high positive predictive value (PPV) in patients with early-stage OSCC. …”
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Predicting ESWL success for ureteral stones: a radiomics-based machine learning approach by Ran Yang, Dan Zhao, Chunxue Ye, Ming Hu, Xiao Qi, Zhichao Li

“…Abstract Objectives This study aimed to develop and validate a machine learning (ML) model that integrates radiomics and conventional radiological features to predict the success of single-session extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for ureteral stones. …”
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Effectiveness of Adaptation of a Resilience-Building Intervention Among Individuals With Adverse Childhood Experience: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial by Jun Kiat, Mahadir Ahmad, Caryn Mei Hsien Chan, Satirah Zainalabidin, Michael Ungar, Ponnusamy Subramaniam

“…There is an indication that developing resilience can help youth overcome these ACEs. …”
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Effect of problem-based learning approach program on meta-cognitive thinking skills and cooperative learning attitude among nursing students: quasi experimental study by Shymaa Abdelhafez Mohamed, Sanaa Abd Elazim Ibrahim, Marwa Mohamed Abdelaalem, Noura Elgharib Mohamed Eldiasty

“…Conclusion The problem-based learning program effectively enabled nursing students to develop mastery in meta-cognitive thinking skills and improved cooperative learning attitudes. …”
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Low lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio and accelerated temperature rise in epidural-related maternal fever: a prospective cohort study by Jianxiong Huang, Yongle Li, Jiao Duan, Junjian Wen, Jingyou He, Zurong Hu

“…Results Totally, 543parturients, 20.4% of whom developed ERMF. Lower LMR was associated with an increased incidence of ERMF (adjusted OR = 0.50, 95% CI: 0.36–0.69, P < 0.001). …”
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Behavioral risk assessment of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among workers of petrochemical industries: protocol of a mixed method study by Zohreh Moradi, Sedigheh Sadat Tavafian, Fazlollah Ahmadi, Omran Ahmadi

“…Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are one of the common health risks and the most important cause of absenteeism due to disability in various industries, including the petrochemical industry, in developed and developing countries. These disorders have important social economic, and significant financial consequences due to direct and hidden costs. …”
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Voices from the clinic: a qualitative analysis of physiotherapy strategies in musculoskeletal care for knee osteoarthritis patients by Jennifer Nguyen, Justine M. Naylor, Sarah Dennis, Rebecca Livings, Kathryn Mills, Siobhan M. Schabrun, Jeanette M. Thom

“…Participants identified notable areas of potential service improvement including developing stronger and more effective reimbursement models, increased consult times and improved patient access. …”
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Study protocol for the POPART study—Prophylactic Oropharyngeal surfactant for Preterm infants: A Randomised Trial by Peter Doran, Marie Galligan, Madeleine Claire Murphy, Brenda Molloy, Rabia Hussain, Colm O'Donnell

“…Introduction Many preterm infants develop respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), a condition characterised by a relative lack of surfactant. …”
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Predictors of homework engagement in internet-delivered Parent-Child Interaction Therapy for children with developmental delay: what about acculturation and enculturation? by Anastassia Cafatti Mac-Niven, Anastassia Cafatti Mac-Niven, Jonathan S. Comer, Jonathan S. Comer, Daniel M. Bagner, Daniel M. Bagner

“…IntroductionFamilies from racial/ethnic minoritized backgrounds and families of children with developmental delay (DD) often face more obstacles to engaging in psychosocial interventions compared to White families and families of typically developing children. …”
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Digital Technologies Are a Strong Basis for Improving the Statistical Activities of the Republic of Uzbekistan by B. A. Begalov, I. E. Zhukovskaya, Sh. G. Odilov

“…The main purpose of this article is to identify the main directions, means and methods of applying digital technological solutions in the static activities of the Republic of Uzbekistan and develop new recommendations for further improvement of this area of the national economy in the context of digital transformation of the world economic system.Materials and methods. …”
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