Unfavorable outcomes and their predictors in patients treated for perforated peptic ulcer disease in Ethiopia: systematic review and meta-analysis by Destaw Endeshaw, Ousman Adal, Abiyu Abadi Tareke, Natnael Kebede, Amare Mebrat Delie, Eyob Ketema Bogale, Tadele Fentabel Anagaw, Misganaw Guadie Tiruneh, Eneyew Talie Fenta

“…Notably, presentation after 24 h exhibited 4 times higher odds (95% CI: 1.79–8.95) of developing complications, while low systolic blood pressure (AOR 4.81; 95% CI: 1.75–13.20) was associated with increased complication risk. …”
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Non-invasive electrophysiological monitoring vs conventional monitoring during labour in a tertiary obstetric care centre in the Netherlands: study protocol of a cohort interventio... by S G Oei, P B Q Berben, N D de Klerk, M van der Ven, A F Fransen, H J Niemarkt, E R van den Heuvel, M B van der Hout-van der Jagt, J O E H van Laar

“…Electrophysiological monitoring is an alternative technique that has been developed over the past decades to improve signal quality. …”
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A CT-based subregional radiomics nomogram for predicting local recurrence-free survival in esophageal squamous cell cancer patients treated by definitive chemoradiotherapy: a multi... by Jie Gong, Jianchao Lu, Wencheng Zhang, Wei Huang, Jie Li, Zhi Yang, Fan Meng, Hongfei Sun, Lina Zhao

“…Abstract Background To develop and validate an online individualized model for predicting local recurrence-free survival (LRFS) in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) treated by definitive chemoradiotherapy (dCRT). …”
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Strengthening the WHO Emergency Care Systems Framework: insights from an integrated, patient-centered approach in the Copenhagen Emergency Medical Services system—a qualitative sys... by Simone Böbel, Jeske Verhoeven, Mirjam Scholz, Bart Penders, Lorraine Frisina Doetter, Helle Collatz Christensen, Thomas Krafft

“…Abstract Background The World Health Organization Emergency Care Systems Framework (WHO ECSF) was designed to offer guidance in establishing and developing effective Emergency Medical Services (EMS) systems. …”
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Factors influencing patients’ willingness to share their digital health data for primary and secondary use: A theory- and evidence-based overview of reviews by Sabrina Fesl, Caroline Lang, Jochen Schmitt, Stefanie Brückner, Stephen Gilbert, Stefanie Deckert, Madlen Scheibe

“…High-quality SRs are urgently needed to provide reliable recommendations and to develop a holistic, practical framework. Protocol registration number CRD42023429302…”
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School-based Hygiene Intervention to Prevent HelicObacter Pylori infection among childrEn (SHIP HOPE): protocol for a cluster-randomised controlled trial by Jing Qi, Yang Guo, Mengge Zhou, Feng Cheng, Yuhong Zeng, Yu'e Xi, Sitong Luo, Guanqi Zhao, Yamei Sun

“…The findings of this study will be actively disseminated through scientific publications and conference presentations.Trial registration number ChiCTR2200056191.…”
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A synchronous virtual surgical lecture series on cardiothoracic, vascular, oncology, and transplant surgery for surgical trainees in Sub-Saharan Africa: the COSECSA learner perspec... by Abebe Bekele, Oluwaseun Ojomo, Jules Iradukunda, Niraj Bachheta, Callum Forbes, Pierrette Ngutete Mukundwa, Victor Mithi, Michael Mwachiro, Robert Riviello, Dereje Gulilat, Stella Itungu, Barnabas Tobi Alayande

“…Methods The Center for Equity in Global Surgery at the University of Global Health Equity partnered with COSECSA to develop and deliver interactive sessions on common cardiothoracic, vascular, and transplant surgical topics facilitated by faculty from the COSECSA region and global partner institutions. …”
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Cardiovascular Benefit of Colchicine in Relation to Baseline Risk: A Secondary Analysis of the LoDoCo2 Trial by Niekbachsh Mohammadnia, Britta E. Wesselink, Willem A. Bax, Stefan M. Nidorf, Arend Mosterd, Aernoud T.L. Fiolet, Aysun Cetinyurek‐Yavuz, Peter L. Thompson, Shrikant I. Bangdiwala, John W. Eikelboom, Jan H. Cornel, Saloua El Messaoudi

“…First, a LoDoCo2 risk score was developed by Cox regression to identify high‐risk features for the primary end point. …”
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Do Swedish rock-climbers exhibit more eating disorder and body dissatisfaction symptoms than non-climbers? A cross-sectional study by Ulrika Tranaeus, Klara Edlund, Isabel Nigicser, Mikael Sansone, Fredrik Identeg, Henrik Hedelin, Niklas Forsberg

“…In sports where the importance of low body weight is considerate, there is an increased risk of developing eating disorders (EDs). There is sparse research on EDs among rock-climbers. …”
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Feasibility and Efficacy of a Novel Mindfulness App Used With Matcha Green Tea in Generally Healthy Adults: Randomized Controlled Trial by Ryohei Tanaka-Kanegae, Koji Yamada, Chad M Cook, Traci M Blonquist, Kristen D Taggart, Koichiro Hamada

“…A novel set of prototypes has been developed, incorporating principles of mindful eating. …”
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Accuracy and Precision Evaluation of Image-Based Computer Assisted Surgical System for Total Ankle Arthroplasty by Matthew C. Rueff MSc, Zach Tupper, Matthew Hamilton PhD, Prudhvi Chinimilli, Scott Gulbransen, Laureline Prouvost, Edward T. Haupt MD, Laurent Angibaud, Dipl Ing.

“…Therefore, a TAA application for CAS system was developed using CT-based alignment alongside required fluoroscopy with the intent of facilitating the procedure and improving accuracy of bone resections. …”
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Evaluation morphofunctional state of broiler chickens body's under the applica-tion of various doses of Combiiod by M. I. Zhyla, O. M. Pyatnychko, H. I. Kotsyumbas, N. V. Shkodyak, Yu. S. Stronskyi, R. I. Palonko

“…The company “Brovafarma” LLC has developed a new form of drug based on Povidone-iodine and sodium selenite for oral use of poultry for the treatment and prevention of diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, myxomycetes, protozoa organisms sensitive to iodine, and for metabolic disorders. …”
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Evaluating musculoskeletal imaging communication interventions using behavioural science: a scoping review using the COM-B model by Andrew Bateman, Edward Kirby, Andrew MacMillan, Andrew Brinkley, Bernard X W Liew

“…This study aims to identify the Behaviour Change Techniques (BCTs), the behavioural targets and the theoretical basis of interventions seeking to affect the communication of MSK imaging.Design Scoping review using the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation - Behaviour (COM-B) model.Data sources Searches of MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, AMED and PsycINFO from inception to 9 February 2024.Eligibility criteria for selecting studies We included studies that have developed or evaluated interventions which target the communication of MSK imaging findings. …”
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The effect of the modified basic package of oral care on adolescent dental caries status in Zambia; a cluster randomized trial by Severine N. Anthony, Severine N. Anthony, Severine N. Anthony, Hawa S. Mbawalla, Febronia K. Kahabuka, Seter Siziya, Anne N. Åstrøm

“…BackgroundThe Basic Package of Oral Care (BPOC) was developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) in order to improve oral health care worldwide, yet evidence of its effectiveness is scarce. …”
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Parenthood in a Swedish prospective cohort of 1,378 adolescents and young adults banking semen for fertility preservation at time of cancer diagnosis by Kristina Weibring, Kristina Weibring, Frida E. Lundberg, Frida E. Lundberg, Gabriella Cohn-Cedermark, Gabriella Cohn-Cedermark, Kenny Alexandra Rodriguez-Wallberg, Kenny Alexandra Rodriguez-Wallberg, Kenny Alexandra Rodriguez-Wallberg

“…Although a low utilization rate of cryopreserved sperm was found in this cohort, its use was highly effective in the group that developed infertility. At present there are no standardized predictors of testicular toxicity after cancer treatment, and inter-individual variability is high. …”
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A phase 1 randomized safety, reactogenicity, and immunogenicity study of Typhax: A novel protein capsular matrix vaccine candidate for the prevention of typhoid fever. by Robert T Cartee, Ann Thanawastien, Thomas J Griffin Iv, John J Mekalanos, Stephan Bart, Kevin P Killeen

“…<h4>Background</h4>Typhoid fever remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries especially in children ≤5 years old. …”
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Frequency, intensity and duration of physical activity is associated with frailty in older adults with cardiac aging by Laureen Y. T. Wang, Wee Shiong Lim, Ru-San Tan, Louis L. Y. Teo, Shu Yun Tan, Chun How Ooi, Alvin Cong Wei Ong, Jean-Paul Kovalik, Jorming Goh, Fei Gao, Angela S. Koh

“…These results highlight the importance of tailoring physical activity characteristics based on cardiac frailty phenotypes for developing individualized preventive interventions. …”
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Assessment of cortisol as a neonatal pain biomarker in the application of non-pharmacological analgesia therapies: systematic review and meta-analysis by Inmaculada García-Valdivieso, Jorge Sánchez-Infante, Pablo Pando Cerra, Benito Yáñez-Araque, Sonsoles Hernández-Iglesias, Fernando Peña Cambón, Celia Álvarez-Bueno, Abel Checa Peñalver, Juan Manuel Pérez-Pozuelo, Sagrario Gómez-Cantarino

“…The search identified 1075 articles, of which 10 studies met the inclusion criteria and had the necessary data to develop the meta-analysis. Furthermore, in each meta-analysis, subgroups were performed: non-pharmacological analgesia vs. placebo, and pre-post intervention by gestational age. …”
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Validation of the German Life-Space Assessment (LSA-D): cross-sectional validation study in urban and rural community-dwelling older adults by Paul Gellert, Sandra Angelika Mümken, Malte Stollwerck, Julie Lorraine O'Sullivan, Joern Kiselev

“…Objectives To develop a German version of the original University of Alabama at Birmingham Study of Aging Life-Space Assessment (LSA-D) for measurement of community mobility in older adults within the past 4 weeks and to evaluate its construct validity for urban and rural populations of older adults.Design Cross-sectional validation study.Setting Two study centres in urban and rural German outpatient hospital settings.Participants In total, N=83 community-dwelling older adults were recruited (n=40 from urban and n=43 from rural areas; mean age was 78.5 years (SD=5.4); 49.4% men).Primary and secondary outcome measures The final version of the translated LSA-D was related to limitations in activities and instrumental activities of daily living (ADL/iADL) as primary outcome measure (primary hypothesis); and with sociodemographic factors, functional mobility, self-rated health, balance confidence and history of falls as secondary outcome measures to obtain construct validity. …”
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Perceived barriers and facilitators of staff recruiting participants to a randomised controlled trial of a community rehabilitation intervention following hip fracture by Kathryn Harvey, Penelope Ralph, Llinos Haf Spencer, Kodchawan Doungsong, Val Morrison, Andrew Lemmey, Miriam Golding-Day, Susanna Dodd, Ben Hardwick, Shanaz Dorkenoo, Sophie Hennessey, Nefyn Williams

“…This approach, which included tailored initial information on the trial, reduced participant stress by increasing patient familiarity with recruiting staff and allowing staff time to develop relationships with patients. Conclusion This paper identifies barriers and facilitators of recruitment to FEMuR III with six broad themes for both barriers and facilitators identified in the qualitative data synthesis. …”
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