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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Impact of perioperative esketamine on the perioperative neurocognitive dysfunction: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled studies by Lu Chen, Chao Li, Xin Yuan, Yanan Zhao, Shufang Liu, Jiayu Zhu, Xuesen Su, Zixuan Wang, Yihe Tian, Shouyuan Tian

“…This systematic review and meta-analysis offers valuable data for PND research and clinical drug intervention strategies.PROSPERO registration number CRD42024538438.…”
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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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Prevention of relapses with levamisole as adjuvant therapy in children with a first episode of idiopathic nephrotic syndrome: study protocol for a double blind, randomised placebo-... by Lotte Haverman, Ron A A Mathôt, Floor Veltkamp, Djera H Khan, Christa Reefman, Susan Veissi, Hedy A van Oers, Elena Levtchenko, Sandrine Florquin, Joanna A E van Wijk, Michiel F Schreuder, Antonia H M Bouts

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Demographic, Chemical, and Helicobacter pylori Positivity Assessment in Different Types of Gallstones and the Bile in a Random Sample of Cholecystectomied Iranian Patients with Cho... by Mohammad Bagher Jahantab, Amir Abbas Safaripour, Sajad Hassanzadeh, Mohammad Javad Yavari Barhaghtalab

“…This work provides an objective basis for further research into gallbladder stone formation; meanwhile, it has great significance in the treatment and prevention of gallbladder stones. Trial registration. The project was found to be in accordance to the ethical principles and the national norms and standards for conducting research in Iran with the approval ID IR.YUMS.REC.1399.147 and date 2020.09.23, and this project is the result of a residency dissertation to obtain the specialty in general surgery, which has been registered with the research project number 960159 in the Vice Chancellor for Research and Technology Development of the Yasuj University of Medical Sciences, Yasuj, Iran, URL: https://ethics.research.ac.ir/EthicsProposalViewEn.php?…”
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Effects of Remote Web-Based Interventions on the Physiological and Psychological States of Patients With Cancer: Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis by Lv Tian, Yixuan Wen, Jingmiao Li, Jiexin Guan, Tao Li, Jun Fan

“…However, due to the low certainty of evidence, more rigorous randomized controlled trials are needed to validate these findings further. Trial RegistrationPROSPERO CRD42024611768; https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/view/CRD42024611768…”
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Comparison of outcomes between pulsatile gonadotropin releasing hormone and combined gonadotropin therapy of spermatogenesis in patients with congenital hypogonadotropic hypogonadi... by Yi Zheng, Heng-Zhou Bai, Gui-Cheng Zhao, Kun Tian, Jun-Tao Yue, Ding-Ming Li, Xiao-Hui Jiang

“…It was necessary for patients to have more information about spermatogenesis therapy in order to make reasonable medical decisions. Clinical trial registration number Chinese Clinical Trial Registry. …”
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Effects of exercise intervention on body morphology in obese college students: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Wengao Liao, Wenlu Yu, Yuanji Zhao, Zonglin Ma, Jie Xie

“…Due to the lack of a systematic review of the effects of exercise intervention on the body shape of obese college students, this study aims to systematically evaluate the effects of exercise intervention on the body shape of obese college students, to provide a reference for the development of an effective exercise intervention program for the group of obese college students.MethodsFive databases, Web of Science, PubMed, Embase, MEDLINE, and The Cochrane Library, were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the effects of exercise interventions on obese college student populations from the date of establishment. …”
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Economic evaluation protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial to compare Smartphone Cardiac Rehabilitation, Assisted self-Management (SCRAM) versus usual care cardiac... by Clara Chow, John Amerena, Marj Moodie, Kylie Ball, Brian Oldenburg, Jonathan Rawstorn, Sarah McNaughton, Karen Lamb, Voltaire Nadurata, Christopher Neil, Stuart Cameron

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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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mHealth application for improving treatment outcomes for patients with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in Vietnam: an economic evaluation protocol for the V-SMART trial by Virginia Wiseman, Binh Hoa Nguyen, Viet Nhung Nguyen, Guy B Marks, Qinglu Cheng, Kavindhran Velen, Tho Dang, Dinh Hoa Vu, Thu Thuong Do, Thu-Anh Nguyen, Chuong Huynh Long, Truong-Minh Vu, Manisha Yapa, Gregory J Fox

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Effects of a closed-loop mindfulness-based program for reducing stress in family caregivers of people with dementia: a study protocol of a randomized controlled trial by Patrick Pui Kin Kor, Kee Lee Chou, Alex Pak Lik Tsang, Winnie W. S. Mak, Julieta Galante, Rainbow Tin Hung Ho, Samuel Yeung Shan Wong, Daphne Sze Ki Cheung, Justina Yat Wa Liu, Steven H. Zarit

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The comparison of two types of physiotherapy techniques on selected weaning indices of patients requiring mechanical ventilation: a single blind randomized controlled trial by Fatemeh Azimi, Amir Mohamad Nazari, Farokh Yadollahi, Shahram Etemadifar, Soleiman Kheiri, Reza Masoudi

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Effects of Prehabilitation With Advanced Technologies in Patients With Musculoskeletal Diseases Waiting for Surgery: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Stefania Guida, Jacopo Antonino Vitale, Eva Swinnen, David Beckwée, Silvia Bargeri, Federico Pennestrì, Greta Castellini, Silvia Gianola

“…Certainty of evidence was assessed for the primary outcome with the GRADE (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation) system. The primary outcome was function. …”
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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

“…One of the key and mandatory prerequisites for the creation and approbation of new veterinary preparations, both in the context of national legislation and the requirements of the International Community for Registration of Veterinary Medicines, is clinical studies in compliance with the provisions of “Good clinical practice” (GCP). …”
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One-year follow-up effects of the informed health choices secondary school intervention on students’ ability to think critically about health in Uganda: a cluster randomized trial... by Ronald Ssenyonga, Andrew D. Oxman, Esther Nakyejwe, Faith Chesire, Michael Mugisha, Allen Nsangi, Matt Oxman, Christopher James Rose, Sarah E. Rosenbaum, Jenny Moberg, Margaret Kaseje, Laetitia Nyirazinyoye, Astrid Dahlgren, Simon Lewin, Nelson K. Sewankambo

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Navigating family-witnessed resuscitation in hospitals: content analysis of free-text survey data by Annette Waldemar, Ingela Thylén

“…Such initiatives can enhance healthcare practice by balancing patient and family needs with ethical and professional standards. Study registration: Not registered.…”
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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

“…The key challenge for future interventions will be achieving these aims in a way that is effective, consistent and practical.Trial registration details Open Science Framework (https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/ECYS8).…”
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