Kinematic alignment in Japanese patients shows significant improvement 2 years after total knee replacement surgery by Takao Yamamoto, Shigenobu Fukushima, Shuji Toyono, Takahiro Miyaji, Taku Nakajima, Yoshihiro Wanezaki, Takashi Ito

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Urine non-contact sensor that evaluates multiple urination using capacitance change to inform when to replace inner diaper by Keisuke Shichitani, Keisuke Shichitani, Kazuki Nakajima

“…In this study, we developed a diaper sensor system that uses capacitance changes to quantitatively evaluate the volume of urine absorbed by diapers from different manufacturers and different approximate numbers of absorption (ANA) and to inform caregivers when to replace diapers.MethodsThree experiments, α: comparative verification by urination pattern, β: effect of ANA, and γ: evaluation by each diaper manufacturer, were conducted using a plastic torso filled with saline as a phantom. …”
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Calcification Characteristics of Low-Flow Low-Gradient Severe Aortic Stenosis in Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement by Barbara E. Stähli, Thi Dan Linh Nguyen-Kim, Cathérine Gebhard, Thomas Frauenfelder, Felix C. Tanner, Fabian Nietlispach, Francesco Maisano, Volkmar Falk, Thomas F. Lüscher, Willibald Maier, Ronald K. Binder

“…Aortic valve calcification patterns of LFLGAS as compared to non-LFLGAS have not yet been thoroughly assessed. 137 patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) with preprocedural multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) and postprocedural transthoracic echocardiography were enrolled. …”
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Mechanical Properties and Structural Design of PVA Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composites with Fly Ash Replacement for Natural Sand Aggregates by Camelia Maria Negrutiu, Pavel Ioan Sosa, Cristina Mihaela Campian, Maria Ileana Pop

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Positively selected amino acid replacements within the RuBisCO enzyme of oak trees are associated with ecological adaptations. by Carmen Hermida-Carrera, Mario A Fares, Ángel Fernández, Eustaquio Gil-Pelegrín, Maxim V Kapralov, Arnau Mir, Arántzazu Molins, José Javier Peguero-Pina, Jairo Rocha, Domingo Sancho-Knapik, Jeroni Galmés

“…It has been hypothesized that RuBisCO has evolved differentially depending on the environmental conditions and leaf traits governing internal gas diffusion patterns. Here, we show, using PAML, that amino acid replacements at the residue positions 95, 145, 251, 262 and 328 of the RuBisCO large subunit have been the subject of positive selection along particular Quercus lineages associated with the leaf traits and climate characteristics. …”
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A Novel Detection-and-Replacement-Based Order-Operator for Differential Evolution in Solving Complex Bound Constrained Optimization Problems by Sichen Tao, Sicheng Liu, Shoya Ohta, Ruihan Zhao, Zheng Tang, Yifei Yang

“…This paper systematically reviews the functional differences between mechanism improvements and operator improvements in terms of exploration and exploitation capabilities, based on the general patterns of algorithm enhancements. It proposes a theoretical hypothesis: operator improvement is more directly associated with the enhancement of an algorithm’s exploitation capability. …”
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Potential role of vector-mediated natural selection in dengue virus genotype/lineage replacements in two epidemiologically contrasted settings by Olivia O’Connor, Tey Putita Ou, Fabien Aubry, Stéphanie Dabo, Sylvie Russet, Dominique Girault, Saraden In, Marine Minier, Sebastian Lequime, Thavry Hoem, Sébastien Boyer, Philippe Dussart, Nicolas Pocquet, Valérie Burtet-Sarramegna, Louis Lambrechts, Veasna Duong, Myrielle Dupont-Rouzeyrol

“…A similar but more subtle pattern was observed for the DENV-1 lineage 4 replacement in Cambodia. …”
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Effects of Physiological Loading from Patient-Derived Activities of Daily Living on the Wear of Metal-on-Polymer Total Hip Replacements by Benjamin A. Clegg, Samuel Perry, Enrico De Pieri, Anthony C. Redmond, Stephen J. Ferguson, David E. Lunn, Richard M. Hall, Michael G. Bryant, Nazanin Emami, Andrew R. Beadling

“…The current pre-clinical testing standards for total hip replacements (THRs), ISO standards, use simplified loading waveforms that do not fully replicate real-world biomechanics. …”
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Machine learning cluster analysis identifies increased 12-month mortality risk in transcatheter aortic valve replacement recipients by Thomas Meredith, Thomas Meredith, Thomas Meredith, Farhan Mohammed, Amy Pomeroy, Sebastiano Barbieri, Sebastiano Barbieri, Erik Meijering, Louisa Jorm, David Roy, Jason Kovacic, Jason Kovacic, Jason Kovacic, Jason Kovacic, Michael Feneley, Michael Feneley, Michael Feneley, Christopher Hayward, Christopher Hayward, Christopher Hayward, David Muller, David Muller, David Muller, Mayooran Namasivayam, Mayooran Namasivayam, Mayooran Namasivayam

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Variations in bone mineral density after joint replacement: A systematic review examining different anatomical regions, fixation techniques and implant design by Domenico Alesi, Raffaele Zinno, Maria Scoppolini Massini, Giuseppe Barone, Davide Valente, Erika Pinelli, Stefano Zaffagnini, Agostino Igor Mirulla, Laura Bragonzoni

“…Conclusions The periprosthetic BMD decreases progressively after joint replacement. The fixation technique and implant design influence the extent and pattern of this decline. …”
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Audit of Nicotine Replacement Therapy Practices and Vaping Use in Inpatients: Adherence to Dual NRT Regimen and Documentation of Smoking Cessation Plans by Marianne Bergman, Akeem Sule

“…Aims: This audit aimed to assess nicotine use patterns in inpatients and evaluate adherence to the Essex Partnership University Trust Nicotine prescribing guidelines, as well as British Thoracic Society’s recommended dual nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) regimen. …”
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Comparison of Non-Water Proof Mascara Adhesion on the Surface of Different Two-week Frequent Replacement Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses by Mimura T, Nakagomi R

“…Non-waterproof mascara was randomly applied in a cross-pattern on the SiHySCL surface using the Latin squares method. …”
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The effect application of nitrogen levels and intercropping ratios of pea (Pisum sativum) and lettuce (Lactuca sativa) by Elham Raftari, Ali Nakhzari Moghaddam, Mehdi Mollashahi, Hossein Hosseini Moghaddam

“…Materials & Methods In order to study the effect of nitrogen rates and planting patterns of pea and lettuce on quality and quantity of green pea seeds, a factorial layout based on a Randomized Complete Block Design was conducted with three replications at Gonbad Kavous University during 2014-2015 growing season. …”
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Geological characteristics and key technologies for exploration and development of the Yanchuannan coalbed methane field, Ordos Basin by Xipeng HE, Cui XIAO, Yuqiao GAO, Xin LI, Tao GUO, Xiao CAI

“…By highlighting the suitability of the well pattern and fracture networks, this study established a well pattern – fracture network – productivity – economic benefit integrated strategy tailored to varying geological conditions. …”
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The bumpy road to recovery: older adults’ experiences during the first year after hip replacement surgery - a longitudinal qualitative study by Lina Bergman, Amina Guenna Holmgren, Ulrica Nilsson, Anahita Amirpour, Helen Conte, Jeanette Eckerblad

“…The data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis, following a Pattern-Oriented Longitudinal approach to inductively describe experiences over time. …”
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Defining the cellular environment in the organ of Corti following extensive hair cell loss: a basis for future sensory cell replacement in the Cochlea. by Ruth R Taylor, Daniel J Jagger, Andrew Forge

“…Kir4.1 was down regulated but KCC4, GLAST, microtubule bundles, connexin expression patterns and pathways of intercellular communication were retained. …”
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Geographical and ethnic differences of osteoarthritis-associated hip and knee replacement surgeries in New Zealand: a population-based cross-sectional study by Chunhuan Lao, David Lees, Sandeep Patel, Douglas White, Ross Lawrenson

“…The SMRs were decreasing over time. The patterns of 30 days, 90 days and 1 year mortality were similar to the SMR.Conclusions The numbers of publicly funded osteoarthritis-associated primary hip and knee replacements are steadily increasing. …”
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Should CDK4/6 inhibitors replace chemotherapy in HR+ /HER2− metastatic breast cancer with visceral crisis? Evaluating the emerging evidence by Armando Orlandi

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Maternal home meal replacement use and attitudes, and young children’s preferences by usage frequency in meals for young children: a cross-sectional study by Bo-Yeon Kim, Mi-Hyun Kim, Jee-Young Yeon

“…The questionnaire assessed mothers’ perceptions of HMR, consumption patterns, and their children’s preferences for HMR. …”
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Finite Element Analysis of the Mechanical Performance of an Innovative Beam-Column Joint Incorporating V-Shaped Steel as a Replaceable Energy-Dissipating Component by Lin Zhang, Yiru Hou, Yi Wang

“…Furthermore, the paper conducts a detailed analysis of the joint’s failure mode, stress distribution, and strain patterns using ABAQUS 2022 finite element software, thereby elucidating the failure mechanisms, load transfer pathways, and energy dissipation characteristics of the joint. …”
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