Association between primary care physicians' practice models and referral rates to specialists: A sex-based cross-sectional study. by Bahram Rahman, David Kirkwood, Glenda Babe, Lauren E Griffith, David Price, Rebecca H Correia, Darly Dash, Lauren Lapointe-Shaw, Andrew P Costa

“…Referrals from primary care physicians (PCPs) to specialists are a key function of the primary care system, enabling access to secondary and tertiary health care services. …”
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Optimization of utilizing the HHIE-S for hearing screening in older people: a cross-sectional study of associated factors by Xinyang Zhou, Xinxing Fu, Yi Zhang, Jian Zhou, Yao Cui, Bo Liu

“…Therefore, even when the HHIE-S ≤ 8 during hearing screening for the older people, there is still a possibility of hearing loss. Vigilance should be maintained associated factors such as living alone, smoking, cognitive decline and anxiety.…”
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A surge in food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic in a cohort in Mexico City. by Luis F Bautista-Arredondo, T Verenice Muñoz-Rocha, José Luis Figueroa, Martha M Téllez-Rojo, Libni A Torres-Olascoaga, Alejandra Cantoral, Laura Arboleda-Merino, Cindy Leung, Karen E Peterson, Héctor Lamadrid-Figueroa

“…Fluctuations in the average of food insecurity as a function of calendar time were modeled using kernel-weighted local polynomial regression. …”
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Investigating the tensile cracking mechanisms of rock masses containing random fissures from the perspective of meshless numerical method by Jinyu Chen, Yi Sun, Yi Sun, Wei Li, Bufan Zhang, Shuyang Yu

“…The traditional SPH smooth kernel function is re-written, a parameter к that can represent particle failure is introduced, the Mohr-Coulomb criterion is combined to judge particle failure, and the control equations are updated to simulate the progressive failure processes of particles. …”
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VERY LOW CALORIE DIETS AFFECT LONG TERM WEIGHT LOSS AND HEALTH OUTCOMES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW by Sheila Amara Putri, Shintia Yunita Arini, Dominikus Raditya Atmaka, S.Gz, MPH, Ardyanisa Raihan Kusuma, Anisah Firdaus Rahmawati, Mutiara Arsya Wijanarko, Norfezah Md Nor, Nadiatul Syima Mohd Shahid

“…VLCD benefits include improved insulin sensitivity, reduced fat, and better heart function, but it may have temporary negative effects on metabolism, aortic elasticity, constipation, sensitivity to cold, headache, and dizziness. …”
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Recent advances in diagnosis and treatment of primary membranous nephropathy by HU Xiaofan, XU Jing

“…Combination strategies (such as RTX combined with tacrolimus) are under investigation, but the balance between efficacy and safety needs to be carefully considered. Future efforts should focus on further optimizing risk stratification and individualized treatment strategies to improve the long-term prognosis of PMN patients.…”
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Selective lowest and upper instrumented vertebra for the correction of Lenke type 6C adolescent idiopathic scoliosis by Gengming Zhang, Emmanuel Alonge, Hongqi Zhang, Deng Ang.

“…However, the choice of UIV and LIV should be tailored to individual patient anatomy and surgical goals. …”
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The effect of time of day on anaerobic performance and blood lactate response in trained men: assessment in relation to chronotype by Yakup Köse, Mehmet Ulaş, Emrah Atay, Hilal Ertürk Yaşar

“…Differences in lactate accumulation and clearance suggest that time of day and chronotype should be considered when designing training and recovery strategies.…”
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Exploring the molecular characteristics of inflammatory bowel disease from the perspective of hypoxia-related genes by Lei Zheng, Lin Mou, Lingying Hao, Rui Chen, Yifei Wang, Miao Yu, Xueyan Zhang

“…Subsequent investigations should seek to confirm these biomarkers in clinical contexts and investigate therapeutic strategies targeting hypoxia-related pathways for effective IBD management.…”
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Comparation of two cystatin C-based eGFR equations in assessing risk of all-cause mortality and incident cardiovascular disease by Guangda Xin, Qianyu Li, Chen Sheng, Yining Zha, Kailiang Cheng

“…The cystatin C-based eGFR by CKD-EPI equation should be monitored in health practice, which needs further validation in other populations.…”
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Intrahepatic Cholestasis in Sickle Cell Disease: A Case Report by Denise Menezes Brunetta, Ana Cristina Silva-Pinto, Maria do Carmo Favarin de Macedo, Sarah Cristina Bassi, Joao Victor Piccolo Feliciano, Fernanda Borges Ribeiro, Benedito de Pina Almeida Prado, Gil Cunha De Santis, Ivan de Lucena Angulo, Dimas Tadeu Covas

“…The patient had a complete recovery of hepatic function. This case has shown that ET is an effective treatment of SCIC and should be introduced early on the onset of this severe complication.…”
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Spatiotemporal Characteristics of Soil Conservation and Protection Vacancies at Ganzhou City of Jiangxi Province by Zhou Junxin, Cai Meifang, Guo Fusheng, Huang Zhiqiang, Zhai Jiancheng

“…[Conclusion] Climate factors, land use changes, and topographic and geomorphic conditions were important factors affecting the spatial and temporal differentiation of soil and water conservation functions in Ganzhou City. Ecological protection and restoration strategies should be adopted for the protection of vacant areas and functionally degraded areas.…”
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Impact of environmental microplastic exposure on HepG2 cells: unraveling proliferation, mitochondrial dynamics and autophagy activation by Hana Najahi, Nicola Alessio, Massimo Venditti, Ida Lettiero, Domenico Aprile, Gea Oliveri Conti, Tiziana Cappello, Giovanni Di Bernardo, Umberto Galderisi, Sergio Minucci, Margherita Ferrante, Mohamed Banni

“…Given the increasing evidence of food chain MPs contamination and its possible harmful effects, our data should be carefully considered.…”
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Renal insufficiency caused by TMEM216 gene mutation: Case Report by Lingjun Sun, Meiqi Xu, Xiaoying Deng, Xiaoyan Liu

“…Future research on TMEM216-related nephropathy should aim to further elucidate its pathogenic mechanisms and explore potential therapeutic targets to enhance patient outcomes and advance precision medicine.…”
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BEHAVIORAL RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION IN MEN by Volodymyr I. Trishch, Oryna Z. Detsyk

“…The diagnosis of sexual dysfunctions was carried out using standardized questionnaires: International Index of Erectile Function and Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool. …”
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The influence of bronchial asthma control level on the quality of life indices by O. V. Herasymova, T. L. Protsiuk, L. O. Protsiuk, N. M. Surkova, L. D. Kotsur, O. V. Kuleshov

“…Along with traditional methods of assessment of respiratory function and laboratory indices of inflammatory process activity in bronchial asthma, study of physical and mental health, social activity, general well-being and many other parameters of quality of life, as well as the influence of treatment on these parameters should be carried out.…”
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Optimizing Physical Fitness Before Colorectal Cancer Surgery (CANOPTIPHYS): The Effect of Preoperative Exercise on Pre- and Postoperative Physical Fitness in Older people – A Rando... by Johanna Danielsson, Julia Engström Sid, Mikael Andersson, Malin Nygren-Bonnier, Monika Egenvall, Maria Hagströmer, Laura E. Vossen, Ing-Mari Dohrn, Elisabeth Rydwik

“…While we could not demonstrate an effect of preoperative exercise on any other outcomes, these results should be interpreted with caution due to a small sample size. …”
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Glutathione's Antioxidant Effects and Its Ability to Shield Mice's Hepatocytes From Damage Caused by Furan by Ibrahim, M. Ibrahim, Hend, M. Saleh, Alshaimaa, M. Hamouda

“…The study found that pretreatment with glutathione at 500 mg/kg/day reduced AST, ALT, and MDA activities in mice, while furan levels did not negatively impact kidney functions. It should be noted that all levels of furan increased tumor markers [Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP)] compared to the control (3.1 ng/ml), whereas glutathione reduced the level of AFP in groups taking furan at (2 and 4 mg/kg) to range (3.5–3.6 mg/ml) compared to (4.6–4.8 mg/ml) for the same groups taking furan at (2 and 4 mg/kg) without glutathione. …”
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Posterior Urethral Valves and Fertility: Insight on Paternity Rates and Seminal Parameters by Marcello Della Corte, Simona Gerocarni Nappo, Antonio Aversa, Sandro La Vignera, Francesco Porpiglia, Cristian Fiori, Nicola Mondaini

“…Despite recent improvements in patients’ outcomes thanks to prenatal ultrasound early diagnosis, PUVs can still impact sexual function and fertility. This study aims to review the available evidence on fertility in PUV patients, examining paternity rates and semen parameters. …”
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If not us, then who? Ethnographic insights into nurses’ role in redesigning a rural health service to meet changing demands by Helle Krone-Hjertstrøm, Bente Norbye, Birgit Abelsen, Aud Uhlen Obstfelder

“…The study indicates that the scope of practice for nurses is more extensive in rural areas and should receive greater attention. in both research, practice and health policy…”
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