Integrating Deep Learning and Radiomics in Differentiating Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma from Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma with Ultrasound Images by Yu B, He H, Zheng Q, Ai Y, Yu X, Li S, Zhang J, Jin J, Jin X, Yu W

“…Radiomics signature and five deep learning networks, such as visual geometry group 13 (VGG13), VGG16, VGG19, AlexNet, and EfficientNet, were generated for papillary thyroid carcinoma and papillary thyroid microcarcinoma differentiation. …”
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Genicular Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation for Chronic Knee Joint Pain Using a V-Shaped Active Tip Needle: A Single-Center Retrospective Observational Study by Lo Bianco G, Pugliesi M, Misseri G, Li S, Day M, Schatman ME, Abd-Elsayed A, Yong RJ, Robinson CL

“…This retrospective, single-center observational study investigated whether using a novel V-shaped active tip needle—which creates larger lesions—could improve outcomes.Methods: Fifty patients with symptomatic knee OA or CPSP, who had a ≥ 50% reduction in pain after diagnostic genicular nerve blocks, underwent GNRFA with a V-shaped active tip needle between September 2020 and January 2022. …”
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Facilitators, barriers, and strategies for the implementation of peer-led tuberculosis active case finding among people who use drugs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. by Lilian Tina Minja, Liana Monica Minja, Kilian Mlalama, Doreen Pamba, Jerry Hella, Samwel Likindikoki, Cassian Nyandindi, Jessie Mbwambo, Klaus Reither, Jennifer M Belus

“…This study aimed to explore facilitators and barriers to implementing peer-led TB ACF, as perceived by both, current and potential service users.<h4>Methods</h4>We conducted in-depth interviews among purposively selected adult PWUD in Dar-es-Salaam region, Tanzania. …”
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DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICAL SKILLS IN FOREIGN STUDENTS DURING EDUCATION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF PROPEDEUTICS OF SURGICAL DENTISTRY by I.A. Kolisnyk, A.I. Pankevych, A.M. Hohol, V.M. Novikov, E.Yu. Rezvina, M.A. Korostashova

“…The use of a laptop in the WiFi network allows you to use it in the clinical room and, in the same way as domestic students, demonstrate patient management: survey, inspection, basic methods of examination, choice of anesthesia and tools. …”
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Exploring Youth Perspectives on Digital Mental Health Platforms: Qualitative Descriptive Study by Sarah Daniel, Lauren Volcko, Emilie Bassi, Julia Hews-Girard, Katherine Bright, Marianne Barker, Lia Norman, Karina Pintson, Geneca Henry, Sumaya Soufi, Chukwudumbiri Efrem Omorotionmwan, Melanie Fersovitch, Leanne Stamp, Karen Moskovic, David W Johnson, Gina Dimitropoulos

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to explore youth perspectives on the implementation of the Innowell platform, identifying key factors influencing uptake, engagement, and long-term retention. MethodsA qualitative descriptive approach was used to examine youth perspectives. …”
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The clinical prediction model to distinguish between colonization and infection by Klebsiella pneumoniae by Xiaoyu Zhang, Xifan Zhang, Deng Zhang, Jing Xu, Jingping Zhang, Xin Zhang

“…ObjectiveTo develop a machine learning-based prediction model to assist clinicians in accurately determining whether the detection of Klebsiella pneumoniae (KP) in sputum samples indicates an infection, facilitating timely diagnosis and treatment.Research methodsA retrospective analysis was conducted on 8,318 patients with KP cultures admitted to a tertiary hospital in Northeast China from January 2019 to December 2023. …”
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Liposomal bupivacaine versus conventional anesthetics in adductor canal block for total knee arthroplasty: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Xiaoli Ye, Kaixi Shang, Lina Zhao, Quan Liang, Huanzhen Luo, Jing Shi

“…This meta-analysis aimed to compare LB with conventional anesthetics in ACB for TKA. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, we systematically searched PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science up to December 15, 2024, for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating adult patients undergoing TKA who received ACB with either LB or conventional anesthetics. …”
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Fu’s subcutaneous needling for knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xiaohu Zhao, Jingxuan Liu, Dake Li, Shangkun Si, Xuanhe Tian, Deke Zhang, Ping Jiang, Ping Jiang

“…The objective of this systematic review is to compare the efficacy and safety of FSN to routine acupuncture therapy (RAT) for KOA.MethodsChina National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP, China Biomedical Literature Database, Wanfang Medical, Embase, PubMed, Ovid, and the Cochrane Library were searched from inception to March 2025, and randomized controlled trials on FSN for KOA were included. …”
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Analgesic application of a novel non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug imrecoxib after total knee arthroplasty: a prospective randomized controlled study by Guoyang Bai, Xiangxiang Sun, Qunli Dou, Bowei Li, Kai Qin, Xiaobo Sun, Jianbing Ma, Chao Xu, Yuanchi Huang

“…Therefore, this study aims to explore the clinical efficacy and safety of imrecoxib in postoperative analgesia after TKA. Methods The 120 patients were randomly assigned to two groups. …”
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The study of functional asymmetry in students and schoolchildren practicing martial arts by Vyacheslav V. Romanenko, Olha O. Podrihalo, Leonid V. Podrigalo, Sergii S. Iermakov, Zhanna V. Sotnikova-Meleshkina, Oksana V. Bobrova

“…The study of functional asymmetry in students and schoolchildren practicing martial arts using a computer test. Material and Methods. The study involved students and schoolchildren (n = 38) practicing the martial arts (taekwondo, karate). …”
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The efficacy of core stabilization exercise in mild and moderate adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xiaomei Liu, Yanyang Wang, Min Liu, Yu Zhang, Qiang Wu, Qian Wang

“…Objective To determine the efficacy of CSE in the patients with AIS in comparison with different intervention programs. Methods A comprehensive search was conducted across PubMed, Embase, The Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Wan Fang, Wei Pu, and CNKI databases, encompassing literature from their inception through December 31st, 2024. …”
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Reduction in Artemisia Pollen-Specific IgE Levels During House Dust Mite Allergen Immunotherapy in Polysensitized Allergic Rhinitis Patients: A Three-Year Retrospective Study in No... by Sun X, Li X, Gao T, Liu P, Liu N, Jin P, Zhi L

“…This study investigates the impact of house dust mite AIT on IgE responses to both dust mites and non-target allergens, specifically Artemisia pollen, in polysensitized allergic rhinitis patients.Methods:  This retrospective study included polysensitized patients aged 18 or older with a diagnosis of allergic rhinitis or rhinitis with asthma and positive IgE for both house dust mites and Artemisia pollen. …”
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Study of anatomy-diagnostic features of leaves of <i>Cynara scolymus</i> L. grown under the conditions of the Kyrgyz Republic by S. C. Chubakova, N. T. Farmanova, N. V. Bobkova, T. A. Mamatov

“…To study the macro and micromorphological characters of C. scolymus leaves for introduction into medical practice.Materials and methods. Dried leaves of artichoke (Cynara scolymus L.), collected in the flowering phase (June) of 2023, in the Osh region of the Kyrgyz Republic, were used as the object of the study. …”
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Features of ankylosing spondylitis at different stages in men and women by I. A. Cherentsova, E. N. Otteva

“…The incidence of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) has recently increased with a substantial rise in the proportion of female patients, making this investigation relevant.Objective: to investigate the clinical and laboratory parameters of inflammatory activity and functional status in male and female patients with AS at different stages of the disease.Patients and methods. Examinations were performed in 119 patients (82 men and 37 women) (mean age, 36.4±0.9 years) with AS and 34 patients (24 men and 10 women) (mean age 27.0±1.6 years) with non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA). …”
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Treatment Planning Strategies for Interstitial Ultrasound Ablation of Prostate Cancer by Pragya Gupta, Tamas Heffter, Muhammad Zubair, I-Chow Hsu, E. Clif Burdette, Chris J. Diederich

“…This involves the integration with a FDA 510(k) cleared catheter-based ultrasound interstitial applicators and delivery system. Methods: A 3D generalized &#x201C;prostate&#x201D; model was developed to generate temperature and thermal dose profiles for different applicator operating parameters and anticipated perfusion ranges. …”
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Spatiotemporal analysis of rainfall variability using satellite precipitation in watersheds by M.D. Syaifullah, A. Purwandani, M. Kudsy, Tukiyat , S. Tikno, A.E. Sakya, F.H. Widodo, S. Bahri, Muktiyono

“…This study aims to investigate how geomorphological and topographical differences across the Toba-Asahan, Brantas, and Larona-Malili watersheds in Indonesia influence rainfall distribution and trends, in order to support adaptive and sustainable watershed management.METHODS: This study analyzes rainfall variability in three distinct Indonesian watersheds, Toba-Asahan, Brantas, and Larona-Malili, using climate hazards group infrared precipitation with Station version 2 satellite precipitation data. …”
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Hymecromone Administration in Real Clinical Practice: Results of the Prospective Multicentre Observational Study in the Republic of Kazakhstan by A. V. Nersesov, D. A. Kaybullaeva, V. S. Rakhmetova, I. A. Lozinskaya, A. K. Kurmangalieva, V. S. Ayupova, A. B. Orazbaeva, A. K. Kanabaeva, Yu. O. Shulpekova

“…The objectives of the study included collection of clinical characteristics of patients, evaluation of Odeston effects in treatment of biliary pain and changes in the gallbladder emptying, evaluation of compliance to therapy, and treatment effect satisfaction.Materials and methods. The study was conducted from July 2020 to April 2021 at the premises of 60 study sites in 4 cities of the Republic of Kazakhstan. …”
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Keratinocyte-derived VEGF-A is an essential pro-migratory autocrine mediator, acting through the KDR/GEF-H1/RhoA pathway by Vida Maksimoska, Vida Maksimoska, Qinghong Dan, Neetu Rambharack, Neetu Rambharack, Katalin Szászi, Katalin Szászi, Katalin Szászi, Katalin Szászi

“…The overall objective of the current study was to explore the connection between inflammation-induced keratinocyte mediator release and enhanced migration, and to identify specific RhoA regulators involved.MethodsThe study was done using HaCat cells and primary adult keratinocytes. …”
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Predicting Short-Term Risk of Cardiovascular Events in the Elderly Population: A Retrospective Study in Shanghai, China by Zhu W, Tan S, Zhou Z, Zhao M, Wang Y, Li Q, Zheng Y, Shi J

“…This study aimed to develop a short-term risk prediction model for CVD events among individuals aged ≥ 60 years in Shanghai, China.Methods: Stratified random sampling recruited elderly individuals. …”
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A multicenter, prospective, randomized trial of the efficacy and safety of Alflutop® in an alternating dosing regimen versus the standard one. Communication 2: Evaluation of the ef... by E. P. Sharapova, L. I. Alekseeva, E. A. Taskina, N. G. Kashevarova, S. G. Anikin, E. A. Strebkova, A. M. Lila, V. I. Mazurov, N. A. Shostak, E. I. Shmidt, E. P. Ilivanova

“…From this point of view, therapy seems to be relevant when the latter involves drugs that have both symptom- and structure-modifying properties and have a high safety profile.Objective: to compare the safety of alternating and standard treatment regimens with Alflutop® in patients with knee OA.Patients and methods. 130 patients were enrolled in the trial who had Kellgren-Lawrence Grade II–III primary tibiofemoral knee OA with pain intensity on walking ≥40 mm on a visual analogue scale and who needed to take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (≥30 days in the previous 3 months). …”
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