COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE SEMIOTICS OF DISSEMINATED PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS AND EXOGENOUS ALLERGIC ALVEOLITIS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DATA OF COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY by R. B. Amansakhedov, I. V. Limarova, A. V. Perfiliev, R. Yu. Abdullaev, A. T. Sigaev, A. E. Ergeshov

“…Objective: to improve the differential diagnosis of disseminated pulmonary tuberculosis (DPT) and exogenous allergic alveolitis (EAA) via comparative investigation of their computed tomography (CT) semiotics and identification of the most informative diagnostic criteria. Material and methods. 70 patients, including 40 patients with DPT in a phase of infiltration and 30 patients with acute EAA, were studied using a Somatom Emotion 16 multi-slice spiral CT scanner (Siemens). …”
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Relationships between Running Biomechanics, Hip Muscle Strength, and Running-Related Injury in Female Collegiate Cross-country Runners by Elena N. Venable, Lily A. Seynaeve, Scott T. Beale, Albert Gamez Jr., Antoinette Domingo, Michael D. Rosenthal, Mitchell J. Rauh

“… # Study Design Prospective observational cohort. # Methods Participants included twenty female NCAA collegiate XC runners from Southern California universities who competed in the 2019-20 intercollegiate season. …”
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Treating Frozen Shoulder with Integrative Medicine Approach by the Energy Accumulator by Kevin Ki-Wai Ho, Anthony Wai-Leung Kwok, Wai Wang Chau, Leung-Kim Hung

“…Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of localized heat therapy using the energy accumulator on acupoints combined with mobilization exercise for the treatment of frozen shoulder. Methods: Thirty-eight subjects (26 females, 12 males) of age 45–65 (mean age 55.43) were recruited. …”
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Revision of Recurrent Hallux Valgus Deformity Using a Percutaneous Distal Transverse Osteotomy: Surgical Considerations and Mean 3.6 Year Results by Thomas L. Lewis BSc (Hons) MBChB (Hons) FRCS (Tr&Orth) MFSTEd, Robbie Ray MBChB, ChM(T&O), FRCSed(Tr&Orth) FEBOT, Evelyn Murphy MBBCh BAO MCh FRCS (Tr & Orth), Min Jia Chua MB BS FRCSEd, Clare Watt BNurs, Peter Lam MBBS (Hons), FRACS, FAOA

“…This paper identifies technical challenges of percutaneous HV surgery for recurrent HV deformity as well as strategies to address and mitigate these. Methods: This was a multicenter retrospective review of adult patients who had recurrent hallux valgus deformity (defined as hallux valgus angle>15° and having previously undergone primary surgical intervention for HV deformity correction) who were treated with a percutaneous metatarsal extra-capsular transverse osteotomy (META) technique between 5/12/2013 and 8/1/2022, with at least one year of follow-up data. …”
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Mobile health technologies supporting colonoscopy preparation: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. by Maria El Bizri, Mariam El Sheikh, Ga Eun Lee, Maida J Sewitch

“…<h4>Objective</h4>To systematically review the literature evaluating the effectiveness of mHealth technologies supporting colonoscopy preparation on patient and clinical outcomes.<h4>Methods</h4>MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and CENTRAL were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that evaluated the effectiveness of mHealth technologies for colonoscopy preparation on patient and clinical outcomes. …”
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The Association of Retinal Disease with Vision Impairment and Functional Status in Medicare Patients by Vincent Garmo, Xiaohui Zhao, Carmen D. Ng, Aimee Near, Tania Banerji, Keiko Wada, Gary Oderda, Diana Brixner, Joseph Biskupiak, Ferhina S. Ali, Archad M. Khanani, Alicia Menezes, Ibrahim M. Abbass

“… # Objectives This study examined patient-reported survey data linked with Medicare claims to describe the burden of these vision-threatening retinal diseases (VTRDs) among Medicare beneficiaries. # Methods Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey data linked with Medicare Fee-for-Service claims data from 2006 to 2018 were used in a nationally representative retrospective pooled cross-sectional population-based comparison study. …”
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Percutaneous pedicle screw fixation in the surgical treatment of monosegmental pyogenic spondylodiscitis by Zhen-Zhong Chen, Ke-Jun Zhu, Bin Pan, Chao Lou, Wei-Yang Yu, Deng-Wei He

“…Abstract Objective The study assessed the efficacy of percutaneous pedicle screw fixation (PPSF) as a treatment approach for monosegmental pyogenic spondylodiscitis (PS), particularly in patients with compromised health conditions that reduce their ability to endure extensive surgical procedures. Methods From January 2019 and December 2021, a total of 38 patients with PS who underwent PPSF at our hospital were included in the study. …”
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Safety and Efficacy of Mirogabalin in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Patients with Peripheral Neuropathic Pain on NSAIDs: Post Hoc Analysis of the MiroTAS Study by Takuya Nikaido, Shunsuke Tabata, Kazuhito Shiosakai, Taichi Nakatani, Hiroshi Sakoda

“…Abstract Introduction The primary analysis of the MiroTAS study in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs showed that mirogabalin add-on therapy further improved pain and quality of life (QOL) without new safety concerns. Methods This post hoc analysis of the MiroTAS study examined the timing of onset of mirogabalin-related adverse drug reactions (mrADRs) (composite of somnolence, dizziness, edema, and peripheral edema), factors affecting safety and efficacy, and the relationships between baseline numbness severity (by spine painDETECT questionnaire [SPDQ] score), EQ-5D-5L scores, leg pain improvement (by visual analogue scale [VAS]), and patient satisfaction (by Patient Global Impression of Change [PGIC] scores). …”
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589 Who you gonna call? The Data Group: Creating a team and process for responding to evolving data needs of a limited health benefits program by Danielle Stollar, Albeliz Santiago-Colón, Kendra Smith, Nicholas Chovancek, Ruiling Liu, Kevin Pressley, Rachael Shaw

“…Over time, the Group’s role expanded to include comprehensive data leadership and providing data-based support for decision-making. Methods/Study Population: The Program provides medical monitoring and treatment for WTC-related conditions to those directly affected by the 9/11 attacks. …”
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The efficacy of training on the four quadrant brain processes on cognitive functions of students with mathematical disorders by zohreh sadat moeini, farnaz Keshavarzi Arshadi, Masoud Gholam Ali Lavasani, SAEED hasanzadeh

“…Aims: This research aims to investigate the effectiveness of training on the four quadrant brain processes on the cognitive functions of students with mathematical learning disorders. Methods: This study falls into the category of semi-experimental research with a pre-test-post-test design and follow-up, using a matched group. …”
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The effect of protein intake levels on early postoperative outcomes following impacted mandibular third molar removal: a pilot study by Canseda Avağ, Merve Safa Avağ, Özgür Sakarya, Attila Vural

“…Abstract Background This study aimed to evaluate the effect of protein intake on early wound healing following the surgical removal of impacted mandibular third molars, and to explore its associations with postoperative outcomes such as trismus, edema, pain, and oral health-related quality of life. Methods Patients with asymptomatic impacted mandibular third molars classified as easy or medium difficulty according to the Pernambuco index were included. …”
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Effects of hormone replacement therapy on lens opacity, serum inflammatory cytokines, and antioxidant levels by Donghyun Jee, Sang Hee Park, Ho Sik Hwang, Hyun Seung Kim, Man Soo Kim, Eun Chul Kim

“…Purpose To evaluate the effect of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on lens opacity as measured by Scheimpflug densitometry, serum inflammatory cytokines, and antioxidant levels.Methods A total of 264 women who were at least five years beyond menopause were included. …”
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Antimycobacterial activity of the plectasin derivative NZ2114 by Camilla Davids, Komal Rao-Fransson, Nitya Krishnan, Erik Tenland, Erik Tenland, Matthias Mörgelin, Brian Robertson, Gabriela Godaly

“…In this study, we investigated another plectasin variant, NZ2114, known for its effectiveness against Gram-positive bacteria, as a potential antimycobacterial peptide both in vitro and in vivo.MethodsThe resazurin microtiter assay (REMA) was used to determine MIC; a time-kill assay was performed to evaluate long-term effects; scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was employed to visualize peptide impact; a checkerboard assay assessed drug compatibility; MTT and WST-8 assays were used to estimate peptide toxicity; intracellular killing was evaluated using primary macrophages; peptide stability was assessed in human serum; and a murine tuberculosis (TB) infection model was used to verify the peptide’s efficacy.ResultsNZ2114 effectively killed mycobacteria at a minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC99) of 6.1 µM, was non-toxic to primary human cells, and remained resistant to serum degradation while preserving its antimycobacterial capacity. …”
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HIGH TIBIAL OSTEOTOMY IN THE TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH STAGE II–III OF KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS. IMMEDIATE RESULTS AND FACTORS INFLUENCING THE OUTCOME by V. E. Byalik, S. A. Makarov, L. I. Alekseeva, E. I. Byalik, S. V. Arkhipov, S. I. Glukhova

“…Objective: to investigate the efficiency of HTO for stage II–III knee OA and the impact of age, body mass index (BMI), and correction angle on the immediate result of surgery. Subjects and methods. Thirty-five HTOs were carried out in 32 patients in 2003 to 2016. …”
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A Regression Analysis Study on the Presence of Pain in Specific Body Regions Based on Smartphone Usage Posture, Smartphone Addiction, Smartphone Usage Patterns by YiXin Wang, Ye-Jin Kim, Kyeong-Ah Moon, Hye-Seon Jeon

“…This study aimed to comprehensively elucidate the factors contributing to the pain associated with smartphone use. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 316 participants aged 20–59 years. …”

Knowledge level of diagnostic procedures and risk factors for oral cancer among oral healthcare providers in Germany by Rieke Scharbrodt, Sarah Habig, Michael Kalab, Eva Baumann, Lisa Felgendreff, Astrid Dempfle, Katrin Hertrampf

“…This study assessed dental healthcare providers’ knowledge of diagnostic procedures and risk factors for oral cancer. Methods A cross-sectional, observational study was conducted using a validated survey of 38 items focusing on knowledge of diagnostic procedures and risk factors, and questions on continuing education. …”
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Preoperative inflammatory markers in pediatric appendicitis: associations with disease severity, postoperative recovery, pain, and surgical outcomes by Xi Li, Shungang Gong, Yuan Ding, Yijia Chen, Zhengbo Yu

“…Abstract Objective This study aims to evaluate the associations between preoperative inflammatory markers and both disease severity, postoperative outcomes (recovery, pain, complications) and postoperative outcomes (recovery, pain, complications) among pediatric patients with pathologically confirmed acute appendicitis. Methods This retrospective cohort study analyzed 150 pediatric patients with pathologically confirmed acute appendicitis and included 150 healthy controls solely to establish baseline inflammatory marker levels. …”
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Analysis of risk factors and construction of nomogram model for arthroscopic single-row rivet repair by Hao Fan, YuLong Ouyang, ShuiLin Chen, DeFei Zhao, GuiCai Sun

“…Purpose To explore the factors related to the postoperative outcome of arthroscopic single-row rivet rotator cuff repair in patients with rotator cuff injury and to construct the related nomogram risk prediction model. Methods 207 patients with rotator cuff injury who underwent arthroscopic single-row rivet rotator cuff repair were reviewed. …”
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CGF with Bio-Oss collagen as grafting materials for simultaneous implant placement after osteotome sinus floor elevation: a prospective study by Bashar Shahood, Seba Harphoush, Belal O. M. Muhaisen, Jing Qiu

“…The purpose of this study was to radiologically evaluate the efficacy of using Bio-Oss Collagen with Concentrated Growth Factor (CGF) as grafting materials for OSFE with simultaneous implant placement in the atrophic maxilla after one year of functional loading. Methods A total of 126 implants were placed for 123 patients. …”
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The Association of Myopia Progression with Changes in Retinal Thickness among Primary School Students with Myopia by Jing Shang Zhang, Jing Li, Jin Da Wang, Ying Xiong, Kai Cao, Meng Li, Kai Jie Wang, Ying Yan Mao, Jian Ying Liu, Xiu-Hua Wan

“…To observe the relationship between myopia progression and changes in retinal thickness during one year of follow-up among primary school children. Methods. The study included 1161 eyes of 708 myopic children, with 616 (53.06%) right eyes and 545 (46.94%) left eyes. …”
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