Effect of simvastatin on expression of Interleukins 6 & 10 and Matrix Metalloproteinase: 9 when used as an intracanal medicament in teeth with symptomatic apical periodontitis-a tr... by Nikhil Harikrishnan, Ravi Kumar Nesamani, S. Aysha Sherin, Kavitha Sanjeev, Mahalaxmi Sekar

“…All samples underwent enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to estimate IL-6, IL-10, and MMP-9 levels in pg/ml. …”
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Wound Healing in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Patients Using Combined Use of Platelet Rich Fibrin and Hyaluronic Acid, Platelet Rich Fibrin and Placebo: An Open Label, Randomized Controlled... by Ronald Winardi Kartika, Idrus Alwi, Franciscus D Suyatna, Em Yunir, Sarwono Waspadji, Suzana Immanuel, Saptawati Bardosono, Saleha Sungkar, Jusuf Rachmat, Mirta Hediyati, Todung Silalahi

“…On day-0, day-3 and day -7, samples and photographs were taken. Samples were analysed with ELISA and photographs were analysed with ImageJ to calculate granulation index (GI). …”
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The effects of a protection motivation theory–based online educational program on HPV vaccination intention among female medical students in Hubei province, China: A randomized con... by Huan Yang, Supattarayan Thongjit, Suneerat Yangyuen

“…MATERIALS AND METHODS: A randomized controlled trial was conducted, with 204 participants randomly allocated to the intervention and control groups (n = 102/group). …”
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The effect of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques compared to general aerobic exercise on balance, fear of falling, and quality of life in older adults living in n... by Mehrnaz Kajbafvala, Mina Ansari Eshlaghi, Shabnam ShahAli, Fateme Pourkazem, Anahita Hejazi

“…Analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) and paired samples t-test were utilized to between and within-group changes of variables. …”
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Comparative assessment of Omega-3 and CoQ10 as adjuncts to periodontal therapy and total antioxidant capacity of saliva in patients with chronic periodontitis: A double-blind, rand... by Amirhossein Farahmand, Marjan Talebi, Farzaneh Ramezani, Roghayeh Karami, Zahra Jafari Nodoushani, Neda Alsadat Ayatollahi, Seyed Abdulmajid Ayatollahi, Arezoo Alaee

“…The TAC of the non-stimulated saliva samples was evaluated to assess any changes before and after 2 months. …”
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A prospective randomized clinical trial and an in vitro evaluation of the microtensile bond strength of a chlorhexidine-containing dentin bonding agent and a bulk fill composite ma... by Hülya Altıntop, Hasibe Elif Kuru, Fahinur Ertuğrul, Murat Türkün, Ebru Küçükyılmaz

“…Materials and methods The study consisted of two parts: a prospective, single-blind, split-mouth randomized controlled clinical trial and an in vitro laboratory evaluation. …”
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Short-Term Effects of Fruit Juice Enriched with Vitamin D3, n-3 PUFA, and Probiotics on Glycemic and Insulinemic Responses: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial on Healthy Adults by Nikolaos Zacharodimos, Christina Athanasaki, Stamatia Vitsou-Anastasiou, Olga S. Papadopoulou, George-John Nychas, Chrysoula C. Tassou, Emilia Papakonstantinou

“…Capillary blood glucose and salivary insulin samples were collected at the baseline and for 180 min post consumption. …”
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Effect of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation on postoperative liver function in patients undergoing partial hepatectomy: a study protocol for a prospective, double-bl... by Yuanyuan Wang, Yuanyuan Wang, Zhengxiu Sun, Zhengxiu Sun, Yongao Lin, Yongao Lin, Mingshu Tao, Mingshu Tao, Wenxin Zhao, Wenxin Zhao, Jinling Liu, Jinling Liu, Xiaoqin Guo, Xiaoqin Guo, Chuyu Hang, Chuyu Hang, Mingyuan Wang, Mingyuan Wang, Wen Tan, Wen Tan, Xingyu Xiong, Xingyu Xiong, Jun-Li Cao, Jun-Li Cao, He Liu, He Liu, He Liu, He Liu

“…The primary outcome is alanine aminotransferase (ALT) level measured in venous blood samples collected at 7:00 a.m. on postoperative day 2. …”
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Considering the fragility index in reporting trials on diverticular disease by Andrew P. Zbar, Nir Horesh

“…Comparisons between studies and units are still dependent upon sample sizes and the numbers lost to follow-up even when some of the FI progeny (including a reverse FI, a fragility quotient dividing the FI by the sample size, or other incidence or generalized FI metrics) are utilized in assessment. …”
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Reliability Analysis of Hybrid Laser INS Under Multi-Mode Failure Conditions by Bo Zhang, Changhua Hu, Xinhe Wang, Jianqing Wang, Jianxun Zhang, Qing Dong, Xuan Liu, Feng Zhang

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Intelligent lithologic identification of sandy conglomerate reservoirs in District No.7 of Karamay oilfield by LU Ji, LIN Botao, SHI Can, ZHANG Jiahao

“…The accuracy of minority sample identification is higher than that of the traditional random forest model, with excellent applicability and generalization ability on imbalanced lithology identification. …”
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Rationale for a 4-month, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial to assess the Feasibility and Efficacy of a Remotely delivered exercise training intervention for Hispanics/Lat... by Victoria A. Flores, Stephanie L. Silveira, David X. Marquez, Dominique Kinnett-Hopkins, Augusto Miravalle, Fabian Sierra-Morales, Zulma Hernández-Peraza, Robert W. Motl

“…This study involves a randomized controlled trial (RCT) design and compares an MS-specific exercise training program with an active control condition over a 4-month period in a sample of 50 individuals who self-identified as Hispanic/Latino with MS. …”
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Iron supplementation in pregnancy: is less enough? by Benedicte Eskeland, Kirsti Malterud, Rune J. Ulvik, Steinar Hunskaar

“…The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of low dose iron supplementation with and without a heme component, prescribed for women in the second half of pregnancy. Method. A randomized, double‐blind, placebo controlled trial. …”
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The effect of life skills training on reducing domestic violence and improving treatment adherence in women with diabetes experiencing intimate partner violence: a randomized clini... by Shahrbanoo Rezaee, Razieh Bagherzadeh, Mahnoush Reisi, Leila Fotovat, Hakimeh Vahedparast

“…Methods This trial was conducted using a pretest-posttest design and follow-up after one month. The samples included 100 women selected by convenience sampling with random block allocation with type 2 diabetes and IPV. …”
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Optimal strategy for improved estimation of population mean of sensitive variable using non-sensitive auxiliary variable by Abdullah A. Zaagan, Dinesh K. Sharma, Ali M. Mahnashi, Mutum Zico Meetei, Subhash Kumar Yadav, Aakriti Sharma, Pranav Sharma

“…For a wide range of sensitive research applications, it is advisable to choose an estimator that possesses desirable sample properties and a minimized mean squared error (MSE).…”
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Pharmacokinetic Bioequivalence and Safety Assessment of Two Venlafaxine Hydrochloride Extended-Release Capsules in Healthy Chinese Subjects Under Fed Conditions: A Randomized, Open... by Yingxia He, Jie Wang, Fang Yao, Pan Lu, Yafang Xie, Xiuwen Li, Qiangwei Liu, Yang Liu, Dan Cao, Jun Liang, Dan Tian, Guan Liu

“…The bioequivalence of the two drugs was assessed using the area under the plasma concentration–time curve from time zero to the last sampling time (AUC0–t ) and the maximum observed concentration (C max). …”
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A systems analysis and improvement approach to optimizing syringe services programs' delivery of HIV testing and referrals: Study protocol for a parallel-group randomized controlle... by Angela R Bazzi, Alexis M Roth, Christopher F Akiba, Shelby L Huffaker, Sheila V Patel, Jessica Smith, Rose Laurano, Stephen Orme, Gary A Zarkin, Antonio Morgan-Lopez, Barrot H Lambdin

“…From 01/12/2023 to 01/07/2025, we will recruit a diverse sample of 32 SSPs nationally that directly provide HIV testing to participants. …”
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Construction of a Prediction Model for Energy Consumption in Urban Rail Transit Operations Using a Bottom–Up Approach by Boyu Chen, Ye Lin

“…This study aimed to categorize rail transit energy consumption factors into “traction energy consumption” and “non-traction comprehensive energy consumption” by employing a bottom–up approach and using a sample of urban rail transit operations in 122 Chinese cities from 2018 to 2022. …”
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Early Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Preserves Muscle Size and Quality and Maintains Systemic Levels of Signaling Mediators of Muscle Growth and Inflammation in Patients with... by Luciana Vieira, Paulo Eugênio Silva, Priscilla Flavia de Melo, Vinicius Maldaner, Joao Q. Durigan, Rita de Cassia Marqueti, Otavio Nobrega, Sunita Mathur, Chris Burtin, Fabrício Barin, Wilcelly Machado-Silva, Sergio Ramalho, Gaspar R. Chiappa, Nadia Oliveira Gomes, Celso R. F. Carvalho, Graziella F. B. Cipriano, Gerson Cipriano

“…Two-arm, single-blinded, parallel-group, randomized, controlled trial with a blinded assessment. …”
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Effect of caffeine on attack decision-making in trained beach volleyball players following prolonged cognitive effort induced by social media use: a randomized, single-blind, cross... by Yago P. Costa, Bianca Stefanny Lopes-da-Silva, Fabiano S. Fonseca, Maicon Albuquerque, Gilmário R. Batista, Leonardo S. Fortes

“…Considering the limitations of time and sample size, the results must be interpreted with caution. …”
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