Study protocol for a randomised controlled trial evaluating the benefits from bimodal solution with cochlear implant and hearing aid versus bilateral hearing aids in patients with... by Jesper Hvass Schmidt, Yeliz Jakobsen, Lou-Ann Christensen Andersen

“…All participants will receive new replacement HAs. After 1 month they will be randomly assigned (1:1) to the intervention group (CI+HA) or to the delayed intervention control group (HA+HA). …”
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Research on strata movement control in deep areas of super-thick and weak-cemented overlying strata during local backfill mining—A case study based on Yingpanhao Coal Mine by Leixiang Peng, Guojian Zhang, Huaiwen Wang, Shuo Sun, Yan Zhang, Zhiyong Liu, Zhi-yang Wang

“…Therefore, this paper studies the secondary compression deformation characteristics of the composite lithology gangue filling body under the coupling effect of high in-situ stress and water environment and establishes a PFC-FLAC coupling model for local filling mining in Yingpanhao Coal Mine to study the influence law of the local filling mining method and the secondary compression deformation of the composite lithology gangue filling body on the control of rock layer movement. …”
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Impact of Preoperative Quality of Life and Related Factors on the Development of Surgical Site Infections Following Primary Total Joint Arthroplasty: A Prospective Case-Control Stu... by Styliani Iliopoulou-Kosmadaki, Argyris C. Hadjimichael, Angelos Kaspiris, Ioanna Lianou, Marina Kalogridaki, Ioannis Trikoupis, Panagiotis Touzopoulos, Emmanuel Velivasakis, Ioannis Sperelakis, Emmanouela Dionysia Laskaratou, Dimitra Melissaridi, Elias Vasiliadis, Georgios Kontakis, Panagiotis J. Papagelopoulos, Olga D. Savvidou

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Impact of Electronic Collimation on Reducing Unnecessary Patient Dose in Digital Radiography by Amir Mohammad Esmaeilian, Saeedeh Aliakbari, Payman Hejazi, Majid Jadidi

“…As technology has evolved, electronic collimation has become the preferred method due to its effectiveness in digital imaging systems, replacing traditional film-screen systems.Objective: The current study aimed to investigate the prevalence of cropping in digital radiography and its potential impact on patient radiation dose because of improper collimation practices.Material and Methods: This retrospective analysis was conducted on digital X-ray machine images. …”
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An Echo State Network Approach for Parameter Variation Robustness Enhancement in FCS-MPC for PMSM Drives by Xiao Zeng, Jing Li, Pengcheng Yang, Hongda Cai, Yongzhi Zhou, Daren Li

“…Initially, the ESN is trained offline using data derived from a PMSM-MPC control environment. Subsequently, the trained ESN replaces the predictive model of the MPC controller, enabling online learning under varying PMSM driving conditions. …”
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Does app-based unguided self-management improve mental health literacy, patient empowerment and access to care for people with mental health impairments? Study protocol for a rando... by Christine Knaevelsrud, André Kerber, Ina Beintner, Sebastian Burchert

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The Efficacy of Sodium Bicarbonate Ringer’s Solution and Lactate Ringer’s Solution in Patients Undergoing Long-Term Abdominal Open Surgery: A Multicenter Prospe... by Zhou S, Zhao K, Liu C, Luo H, Shi J, Liu C, Li X, Gao F, Wu X, Shen Q, Yuan W, Chai X, Wei X

“…The aim is to investigate the effects of sodium bicarbonate Ringer’s solution on lactate metabolism, acid-base balance, and clinical outcomes in patients undergoing extended-duration open abdominal surgery, with the objective of refining fluid replacement strategies for this patient population.Patients and Methods: A multicenter randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 112 patients undergoing open abdominal surgery. …”
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Optimal Management in the Operation of Complex Technical Systems by Dyadyura K., Oborskyi G., Prokopovych I., Khamitov V., Holubiev M.

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Mobile-Based Platform With a Low-Calorie Dietary Intervention Involving Prepackaged Food for Weight Loss for People With Overweight and Obesity in China: Half-Year Follow-Up Result... by Xi Wang, Suyuan Wang, Lingyu Zhong, Chenghui Zhang, Yanhong Guo, Mingxia Li, Li Zhao, Shuming Ji, Junjie Pan, Yunhong Wu

“…ObjectiveIn this 2-arm, parallel-designed, randomized study, we explored the effectiveness and safety of the Metawell (Weijian Technologies Inc) weight loss program in China, which combines prepackaged biscuits, a wireless scale, and a mobile app. MethodsParticipants in the intervention group were guided to use food replacement products and a scale for weight loss and monitoring, whereas participants in the control group received printed material with a sample diet and face-to-face education on weight loss at enrollment. …”
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Verification Technical Scheme for Deep Learning Algorithm Based on Interactive Zero Knowledge Protocol by LYU Yanfeng, LYU Xuesheng, HUANG Shenghui, LIANG Qinglei

“…Although there are corresponding military control verification methods now, the shielding methods for sensitive information are still not perfect. …”
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Analysis of the Effect of the Degree of Mixing of Synthetic Ester with Mineral Oil as an Impregnating Liquid of NOMEX^® 910 Cellulose–Aramid Insulation on the Time Charac... by Adam Krotowski, Stefan Wolny

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Extension of Distribution Transformer Life in the Presence of Smart Inverter-based Distributed Solar Photovoltaic Systems by Kanhaiya Kumar, Saran Satsangi, Ganesh Balu Kumbhar

“…The transformer aging models, alongside advanced control functionalities of grid-tied smart inverter-based SPV systems, are implemented in MATLAB. …”
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eHealth versus face-to-face support for remission of type 2 diabetes by calorie restriction (eHealth DIabetes remission Trial): study protocol for a non-inferiority parallel group... by Lars Lindholm, Per Liv, Julia Otten, Anna Winkvist, Andreas Stomby, Youssef Chninou, Anna Tellström, Claudia Schien

“…Our second hypothesis is that eHealth support will be more cost-effective than face-to-face support.Methods and analysis The eHealth DIabetes remission Trial is a multicentre, two-arm, non-inferiority, open-label, randomised controlled parallel group trial with blinded endpoint assessment conducted at two centres in Sweden. …”
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Enhanced cancer cell sorting using lab-on-a-disk pattern design with magnetic and centrifugal forces by Bill Cheng, Wei-Cheng Chao, Yi-Han Chen, Yao-Tsung Lin

“…Using microfluidic flow for biological detection is a non-invasive method that can replace traditional invasive testing methods to achieve fast and accurate results. …”
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Biomarker-guided implementation of the KDIGO guidelines to reduce the occurrence of acute kidney injury in patients after cardiac surgery (PrevAKI-multicentre): protocol for a mult... by Joachim Gerss, Melanie Meersch, Carola Wempe, Alexander Zarbock, Gudrun Kunst, Marlies Ostermann, Sara Campos, Neus Grau Novellas, Gary Thomson, Michael Haffner, Christian Arndt, Hinnerk Wulf, Marc Irqsusi, Fabrizio Monaco, Ambra Di Prima, Mercedes Garcia Alvarez, Stefano Italiano, Virginia Cegarra SanMartin, Shrijit Nair, Camilla L'Acqua, Eric A J Hoste, Wim Vandenberghe, John Kellum, Lui Forni, Philippe Grieshaber, Raphael Weiss, Patrick M Honore

“…In this feasibility study, we aim to evaluate whether the study protocol can be implemented in a multicentre setting in preparation for a large multicentre trial.Methods and analysis We plan to conduct a prospective, observational survey followed by a randomised controlled, multicentre, multinational clinical trial including 280 patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass. …”
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Open-label randomised clinical trial investigating whether robot-assisted kidney transplantation can reduce surgical complications compared to open kidney transplantation (ORAKTx):... by Milla Ortved, Julia Dagnæs-Hansen, Hein V. Stroomberg, Thomas Kistorp, Malene Rohrsted, Søren Schwartz Sørensen, Andreas Røder

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Plant-based dietary index and body weight in people with type 1 diabetes: a secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial by Hana Kahleova, Ilana Fischer, Reagan Smith, Joseph Himmelfarb, Tatiana Znayenko-Miller, Richard Holubkov, Neal D. Barnard, Neal D. Barnard

“…ObjectiveThis secondary analysis tested the relationship of a plant-based diet index (PDI), healthful PDI (hPDI), and unhealthful PDI (uPDI), with weight loss in adults with type 1 diabetes.MethodsFifty-eight adults with type 1 diabetes were randomized to follow an ad libitum low-fat vegan (n = 29) or a portion-controlled, energy-restricted diet (n = 29) for 12 weeks. …”
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Effects of an extended therapeutic strategy versus standard-of-care therapy on persistent acute kidney injury in high-risk patients after major surgery: study protocol for the rand... by Joachim Gerss, Melanie Meersch, Carola Wempe, Alexander Zarbock, John Kellum, Christian Strauss, Thilo von Groote, Mahan Sadjadi, Hendrik Booke, Ludwig Maximilian Schöne, Leonie Sauermann

“…However, it is still unknown whether the implementation of nephroprotective measures in patients with an already established moderate/severe AKI can positively influence the trajectory of AKI and patients’ outcome.Methods and analysis The PrevProgAKI trial is a randomised, controlled, single-centre trial designed to evaluate the effectiveness of nephroprotective measures in patients with established moderate/severe AKI. …”
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Exploring Sorghum Flour as a Sustainable Ingredient in Gluten-Free Cookie Production by Simona Bukonja, Jelena Tomić, Mladenka Pestorić, Nikola Maravić, Saša Despotović, Zorica Tomičić, Biljana Kiprovski, Nebojša Đ. Pantelić

“…Despite these compositional changes, textural measurements showed no significant differences in hardness or fracturability compared with the control. Sensory profiling using the Rate-All-That-Apply (RATA) method demonstrated that both samples (C20 and C40) achieved balanced results in terms of aroma as well as texture and were generally well accepted by the panel. …”
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Comparing the Effect of Beractant (Beraksurf™) with That of Poractant Alfa (Curosurf®) on the Need for Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation in Neonatal Respiratory Distress S... by Yosra Khazani, Sirous Fathi Manesh, Elnaz Shaseb, Parvin Sarbakhsh

“…Abstract Introduction Randomized controlled trial (RCT) data are analyzed by two challengeable adjusted and non-adjusted approaches. …”
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