Developing and validating a risk prediction model for caesarean delivery in Northwest Amhara comprehensive specialized hospitals by Mulat Ayele, Eyob Shitie Lake, Befkad Derese Tilahun, Gizachew Yilak, Abebaw Alamrew, Getinet Kumie, Tegene Atamenta Kitaw, Biruk Beletew Abate, Getnet Gedefaw Azeze, Nigus Bililign Yimer

“…Therefore, this study aimed to develop and validate a risk prediction model for predicting caesarean delivery risk using maternal demographic and obstetric variables. …”
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The Effect of the Level of Goat Liver Addition to Goat Minced Meat on the Near-Infrared Spectra, Colour, and Shelf Life of Samples by Louwrens Christiaan Hoffman, Wencong Wu, Shuxin Zhang, Michel Beya, Daniel Cozzolino

“…This study aimed to evaluate the utilisation of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy combined with chemometric techniques to identify the addition of goat liver to goat minced meat and to monitor the shelf life of the samples up to 8 days of storage. …”
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Determination of Optimal Dose of Gandharva Taila Bhrushta Haritaki Churna Ayurvedic Oral Preparation in the Management of Krura Koshtha (Severe Bowel Movements): A Randomised Clini... by Nitin Ashok Dhawas, Vaishali Kuchewar, Mohnish Gokhale

“…Data will be analysed using the Chi-square test to find significant differences between the three groups concerning categorical variables of the Bristol stool chart, with a significance level set at p-value <0.05.…”
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Integrating human services and criminal justice data with claims data to predict risk of opioid overdose among Medicaid beneficiaries: A machine-learning approach. by Wei-Hsuan Lo-Ciganic, Julie M Donohue, Eric G Hulsey, Susan Barnes, Yuan Li, Courtney C Kuza, Qingnan Yang, Jeanine Buchanich, James L Huang, Christina Mair, Debbie L Wilson, Walid F Gellad

“…C-statistic = 0.871; 95%CI = 0.863-0.878), with small corresponding improvements in the NNE and positive predictive value. Nine of the top 30 most important predictors in the integrated model were human services and criminal justice variables. …”
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Dual contraceptive use among women living with HIV on anti-retroviral therapy in Boset district, Ethiopia by Yohanes Abera Belachwe, Midekso Sento, Melese Negash Gobena, Mihiret Shawel Getahun, Yohannes Mekuria Negussie

“…Bivariable and multivariable binary logistic regression analyses were performed to assess the association between the outcome and explanatory variables. In the multivariable analysis, an adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence interval (CI) was used to show the strength of the association, and the level of significance was set at a p-value of &lt;0.05.ResultsThe magnitude of dual contraceptive use was 33.7% (95% CI: 28–40). …”
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Incidence and predictors of hyperglycemic emergencies among adult diabetic patients at public hospitals of Sidama Region and Gedeo Zone, Southern Ethiopia: a survival analysis by Kasie Gebeyehu Tiruneh, Migbar Sibhat Mekonnen, Addisu Getnet Zemeskel, Mequanint Ayehu Akele, Abinet Meno Abose, Ashenafi Zewde Wendimu

“…The Cox proportional hazard regression model was used to determine the association and identify the predictor variables. A statistical significance was declared at a p -value of <0.05 in line with a 95% confidence interval (CI) and hazard ratios. …”
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Risk Factors for Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes in Patients with Antiphospholipid Syndrome by Yuke Hou, Lei Hou, Ziyi Song, Liang Luo, Jiayang Jin, Xuewu Zhang, Chun Li

“…This study aims to explore the risk factors for APOs in patients with obstetric APS. …”
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Determinants of COVID-19 Related Perception among University of Gondar Academic Staff, Gondar, Ethiopia, 2021: A Structural Equation Modeling Approach by Amare Zewdie, Adane Nigusie, Maereg Wolde, Elyas Melaku Mazengia, Aysheshim Belaineh Haimanot, Adane Habtie, Anteneh Kassa

“…Structural equation modeling was performed to identify determinants of COVID-19 related perception. A p value less than 0.05 and a 95% confidence interval of β were used to declare the statistical significance of the variables. …”
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The association of preoperative serum free fatty acid levels with survival in breast cancer patients by Liuran Li, Liang Jin, Lili You, Qiang Liu, Li Yan

“…However, the prognostic value of preoperative serum FFA levels and breast cancer (BC) remains unclear. …”
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Socio-Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of Iraqi Crystal Meth Users by Hussein Al-Ka'aby, Marwa Jameel, Adnan Yaseen, Ahmed Al-Imam, Nesif Al-Hemiary

“…Although males were slightly older than their female counterparts (26.7 versus 25.5, p-value=0.696), this difference was not statistically significant. …”
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Financial and non–financial factors in companies’ adaptation process towards sustainability and sustainable business models by Magdalena Zioło, Elżbieta Szaruga, Anna Spoz

“…The data are divided into two groups of variables: financial and non-financial. The research is based on clusters analysis and ANOVA. …”
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Evaluation of the incidence of congenital uterine anomalies in polycystic ovarian syndrome: tertiary center experience by Onur Yavuz, Aslı Akdöner, Kadir Alper Mankan, Kadircan Gündoğan, Recep Emre Okyay, Ömer Erbil Doğan

“…Analyses were performed with SPSS version 26.0. Variables that did not show a normal distribution were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney U-test. …”
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From peer influence to parental roles: factors associated with teenage pregnancy in Dire Dawa city, Eastern Ethiopia by Mawerdi Adem, Saba Hailu, Nega Assefa, Tesfaye Assebe Yadeta

“…Modified passion regression was done to assess the association between of teenage pregnancy and predictor variables and significantly associated at p-value < 0.05. …”
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Validity and reliability of local endemic language version of the SARI Sigma Scale questionnaire for assessing stigma in leprosy patients by Tri Rahayu, Dewi Friska, Yoslien Sopamena, Sri Linuwih Menaldi, Kahlil Gibran, Dadun, Ida Ruwaida, Yunia Irawati

“…For validity assessment, coefficients of corrected item-total correlation ensured scale accuracy for measuring stigma.ResultsReliability analysis revealed significant high internal consistency (α and ICC value &gt;0.7) across all four domains, with CA values ranging from 0.71 to 0.94 and strong consistency among responses, with ICC ranging from 0.71 to 0.94 across domains. …”
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Formulation and evaluation of probiotic starter culture: impact on Ethiopian cottage cheese “Ayib” safety, stability, sensory acceptability and antioxidant potential by Zerihun Asefa, Anteneh Tesfaye, Asnake Desalegn, Tadesse Daba, Tsion Haile

“…Abstract Background Ayib is a traditionally processed dairy product in Ethiopia that demonstrates significant variability in shelf life, sensory attributes, and safety, primarily own to the spontaneous fermentation of milk and differing household practices. …”
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Knowledge about mother to child transmission of HIV/AIDS, its prevention and associated factors among reproductive-age women in sub-Saharan Africa: Evidence from 33 countries recen... by Achamyeleh Birhanu Teshale, Zemenu Tadesse Tessema, Adugnaw Zeleke Alem, Yigizie Yeshaw, Alemneh Mekuriaw Liyew, Tesfa Sewunet Alamneh, Getayeneh Antehunegn Tesema, Misganaw Gebrie Worku

“…Finally, the adjusted odds ratio with its 95% confidence interval was reported, and variables with p-value≤0.05 were considered as significant predictors of knowledge of MTCT of HIV/AIDS and its prevention.…”
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Prevalence, risk factors, and outcomes of malnutrition in older adults hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia: a retrospective study by Xiao-lu Zheng, Xing Zhang, Jia-hui Yuan, Lu-tian Yi

“…Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were used for variables of interest. The receiver operating characteristic curve was applied to evaluate the risk factors.ResultsA total of 511 eligible patients were included in this study. …”
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Factors associated with beliefs and implementation of evidence-based practice among nurses: a cross-sectional study by Manisha Mehra, C. Bellson Raj, Rimple Sharma, Anuj Singh, Surya Kant Tiwari

“…However, its integration remains limited in many settings, particularly in developing countries. This study aimed to assess EBP beliefs and implementation among nurses in India and identify associated sociodemographic factors. …”
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A correlational study of plasma galectin-3 as a potential predictive marker of postoperative delirium in patients with acute aortic dissection by Fei Jiang, Meiling Cai, Yanchun Peng, Sailan Li, Zhenzhen Wang, Qiong Pan, Chunsheng Wang, Liangwan Chen, Yanjuan Lin

“…Abstract This study aimed to demonstrate whether plasma galectin-3 could predict the development of postoperative delirium (POD) in patients with acute aortic dissection (AAD). …”
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Does the Temperature of the Distension Medium Affect Pain Perception in Patients undergoing Ambulatory Hysteroscopy? by Sai Kalmegh, Meenal Patvekar

“…Mild pain (0-3) was reported by 15 women in Group A and 24 women in Group B (p-value=0.041). Moderate pain was experienced by 10 women in Group A and 6 in Group B. …”
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