Prediction of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Status in Breast Cancers with PET/CT Negative Axilla by Sheela Chinnappan, Piyush Chandra, Senthil Kumar, M.B. Sridev, Deepti Jain, Ganesan Chandran, Satish Nath

“…Various primary tumor (PT) pathological variables and metabolic variables on PET/CT such as maximum standardized uptake value (PT-SUVmax), metabolic tumor volume (PT-MTV), and total lesion glycolysis (PT-TLG) were compared using univariate and multivariate analyses for prediction of SLNB status. …”
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Factors Influencing User Information Adoption in Virtual Communities of Interest: A Study Based on SEM and fsQCA by Long HAN, Jincheng GUO, Yiting LU, Qun ZHOU

“…Together, these modes comprise six distinct configurations, suggesting that users' adoption intentions are influenced by combinations of factors rather than isolated variables. This study thus highlights the unique value of fsQCA in uncovering the complex interplay of factors in virtual communities and providing detailed insights into user behavior. …”
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Clinical chemistry reference intervals of healthy adult populations in Gojjam Zones of Amhara National Regional State, Northwest Ethiopia. by Zewdie Mekonnen, Asmare Amuamuta, Wondemagegn Mulu, Mulat Yimer, Yohannes Zenebe, Yesuf Adem, Bayeh Abera, Wondemu Gebeyehu, Yakob Gebregziabher

“…But, studies conducted in different African countries have indicated differences between locally and western derived reference values. Different studies also indicated considerable variation in clinical chemistry reference intervals by several variables such as age, sex, geographical location, environment, lifestyle and genetic variation.…”
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استعمال رأس المال العلائقي لتعزيز التعلم التنظيمي "دراسة تطبيقية لأراء عينة من الموظفين في رئاسة جامعة الكوفة... by أزهار عزيز العبيدي, حيدر جاسم الجبوري, أمير نعمة الكلابي

“…The research sample used as intentional staff has been selected as a sample to assess paper variables, and their number was (225) people and represent the proportion (42%) of the community. …”
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Development and Validation of a Risk Predictive Model for Adverse Postoperative Health Status of Elderly Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery Using Lasso-Logistic Regression by Wang Y, Yang Y, Li W, Wang Y, Zhang J, Wan J, Meng X, Ji F

“…The Hosmer–Lemeshow test, with a P-value of 0.835, indicates that the model was well-fitted. …”
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Factors associated with hypertension among patients with type 2 diabetes: evidence from a resource-limited setting—Southern Ethiopia by Begidu Yakob, Eskinder Israel, Mesfin Menza Jaldo, Awoke Abraham, Tagese Yakob

“…For descriptive statistics, both bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were employed. Variables with a p-value <0.05 in the multivariable logistic regression analysis were declared as significantly associated with outcome variables.ResultsA total of 407 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) were included in the current study with a response rate of 99.5%, and the mean age of the study participants was 57.1 years (SD ±9.91). …”
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Deporte en edad escolar y agentes sociales: estudio preliminar sobre la relación entre familia, monitores y deportistas en la provinicia de León (School age sport and social agents... by Concepción Tuero del Prado, Belén Zapico Robles, René González Boto

“…Se realizó un análisis descriptivo y correlacional de variables, así como un análisis de varianza (ANOVA) para la comparación de medias. …”
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Multimodal ultrasound-based radiomics and deep learning for differential diagnosis of O-RADS 4–5 adnexal masses by Song Zeng, Haoran Jia, Hao Zhang, Xiaoyu Feng, Meng Dong, Lin Lin, XinLu Wang, Hua Yang

“…Despite this, no studies to date have explored the application of CEUS-based radiomics for differentiating adnexal masses. This study aims to develop and validate a multimodal US-based nomogram that integrates clinical variables, radiomics, and deep learning (DL) features to effectively distinguish adnexal masses classified as O-RADS 4–5. …”
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Role of Computed Tomography Scan in Preoperative Planning for Tillaux-Chaput Fractures in Adults by Jafet Massri-Pugin MD, Gabriel Matamoros MD, Sergio Morales MD, MSc, Pablo Mery MD, María Jesús Lira MSc, Jorge Filippi MD, MBA

“…Forward stepwise regression was performed to determine which variables are associated with the change in operative planning. …”
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Investigating Spatial Effects through Machine Learning and Leveraging Explainable AI for Child Malnutrition in Pakistan by Xiaoyi Zhang, Muhammad Usman, Ateeq ur Rehman Irshad, Mudassar Rashid, Amira Khattak

“…Firstly, OLS was used to analyse and test the linear relationships among selected variables. Secondly, Spatial Durbin Error Model (SDEM) was used to detect and capture the impact of spatial spillover on childhood stunting. …”
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Assessment of willingness and determinants to receive the COVID-19 vaccine among the general population of the Somali region, Eastern Ethiopia: a 2021 cross-sectional study by Maereg Wolde, Yosef Wasihun, Trhas Tadesse, Addisalem Melesse, Rachana Sharma, Hnin Su Mon, Andinet Challa, Tesfaye Simireta, Hailemariam Addisu

“…Both bivariable and multivariable binary logistic regression methods were applied, with variables having a p value below 0.2 considered for inclusion in the final model, where statistically significant factors were identified at p<0.5.Primary outcome measure Willingness to take the vaccine.Results A total of 1010 respondents participated in this study. …”
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Comparative effects of methamphetamine, cannabis, and polysubstance use on oral health by Osman Hasan Tahsin Kılıç, Duygu Kürklü Arpaçay, Onur Çağdaş Gezen, Zehra Nur Bayram, Aysel Başer

“…Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 26.0, applying t-tests, ANOVA, Chi-square tests, and Pearson correlation to evaluate group differences and relationships between variables. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.ResultsThe study revealed significant differences in oral health among substance users compared to the control group. …”
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The role of triglycerides in predicting new-onset arthritis in the general population over 45 years old: evidence from the China health and retirement longitudinal study by Weiwei Ma, Honggu Chen, Jing Deng, Qipeng Yuan, Huanan Li, Huanan Li

“…The findings suggest that interventions targeting reduced TG levels and enhanced HDL function may have potential value in arthritis prevention. Future studies should focus on lipid metabolism intervention strategies to reduce arthritis risk and delay disease progression, providing a new scientific basis for arthritis management.…”
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Unveiling the Antioxidant Power and Secondary Metabolites of <i>Tabebuia chrysantha</i> (Jacq.) Leaves and Flowers from Ecuador by Raluca A. Mihai, Ramiro Fernando Vivanco Gonzaga, Nelson Santiago Cubi Insuaste, Nilo Rigoberto Maza Morocho, Rodica D. Catana

“…Nichols, commonly known as Guayacan, is a prominent species within the Bignoniaceae family known for its medicinal value and ecological significance. This study aimed to characterize the antioxidant capacity and secondary metabolite composition of Guayacan leaves and flowers grown in Ecuador, a region where its chemical profile remains unexplored. …”
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经颅多普勒卧立位试验在脑血管病中的应用进展 Application Progress of the Recumbent-Upright Test Using Transcranial Doppler in Cerebrovascular Diseases by 王静祎1，2，李华1，2，曹黎明3，4 (WANG Jingyi1,2, LI Hua1,2, CAO Liming3,4 )

“…This paper aims to provide a reference for maximizing its clinical utility.…”
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Incidence of tuberculosis and its predictors among children on antiretroviral therapy in Amhara Region, Ethiopia: a multicentre institution-based retrospective follow-up study by Wubet Tazeb Wondie, Bruck Tesfaye Legesse, Gebrehiwot Berie Mekonnen, Fikadie Dagnew Baye

“…Ultimately, a 95% CI adjusted HR (AHR) was calculated, and variables with a p value less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant.Results A total of 421 children with a record completeness rate of 97.9% were analysed in the study. …”
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Which Ovarian Reserve Marker is More Reliable in IVF Patients with AMH and AFC Discordance? by Eun Hee Yu, Hyun Joo Lee, Jong Kil Joo, Yong Jin Na

“…Such discordance can potentially lead to inappropriate clinical decisions, thereby diminishing the clinician’s confidence in managing a patient’s long-term journey through assisted reproductive technology (ART). This study aims to clarify such discordance and identify the more reliable marker between the two, analyzing ART outcomes among Korean infertility patients with AMH and AFC discordance; furthermore, the study elaborates data to evaluate possible patient-related factors contributing to discordance. …”
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Development and internal validation of the Edmonton Obesity Staging System-2 Risk screening Tool (EOSS-2 Risk Tool) for weight-related health complications: a case-control study in... by Evan Atlantis, P Fahey, Kathryn Williams, Paul Dugdale, James Rufus John, SL Hocking, Kath Peters

“…Of 14 candidate risk factors, 6 (family history of diabetes, hypertension, high sugar in blood/urine, high cholesterol and self-reported bodily pain and disability) were automatically included based on definitional or obvious correlational criteria. Three variables were retained in the final multivariate model (age, self-assessed health and history of depression/anxiety). …”
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Spatial distribution of mixed milk feeding and its determinants among mothers of infants aged under 6 months in Ethiopia: Spatial and geographical weighted regression analysis. by Mekuriaw Nibret Aweke, Muluken Chanie Agimas, Moges Tadesse Abebe, Tigabu Kidie Tesfie, Meron Asmamaw Alemayehu, Werkneh Melkie Tilahun, Gebrie Getu Alemu, Worku Necho Asferie

“…The Global Moran's I statistic was 0.14, with a Z-score of 3.18 and a p-value of < 0.001, indicating a significant spatial clustering of MMF prevalence. …”
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Willingness, Attitude, and Associated Factors towards Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting among Healthcare Providers in Mizan Tepi University Teaching Hospital, Southwest Ethiopia by Jafer Siraj, Miftah Shafi, Fikadu Ejeta, Diriba Feyisa, Oliyad Kebede, Suleman Hassen

“…Furthermore, the logistic regression model was fitted to see the association between attitude items and demographic characteristics. Variables with P value <0.05 were considered as statistically significant. …”
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