The Correlation Between Electrodiagnostic Severity and Patient-Reported Disability Among Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Patients by Gülay Soykök, Emel Güler

“…In this study, we aimed to evaluate how electrophysiologic data were reflected in the clinical data of the patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Methods: This study included 102 patients with definitive CTS based on electroneuromyography. …”
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A case study of the assistive technology network in Sierra Leone before and after a targeted systems-level investment by Stephanie Huff, Emma M Smith, Malcolm MacLachlan

“…The research explored the nature and strength of the AT stakeholder network in Sierra Leone over the course of one year, presenting a snapshot of the network before and after a targeted systems level investment. # Methods Mixed-method surveys were distributed via the Qualtrics software twice, in December 2021 and September 2022 to n=20 and n=16 participants (respectively). …”
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The Impact of Real-Time Biofeedback on Partial Weightbearing Training: A Comparative Study by Leonard Lisitano, Zarek Hezrrai DaSilva, Nicholas Koch, Willie Dong, Tyler Thorne, Timon Röttinger, Daniel Pfeufer, Justin Haller

“…. # Methods Sixty healthy participants were randomized into SOC or Biofeedback (BF) training groups, practicing 20 kg PWB using a standardized protocol. …”
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Research trends of music in children with autism: a bibliometric analysis by Ye Tao, Chun Yu

“…Bibliometric and visual analyses were performed with VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and R version 4.3.3.ResultsA total of 411 research papers were identified, with significant publication growth noted post-2009. …”
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An in vitro evaluation of biofilm removal from simulated root canals using sodium hypochlorite irrigation solution at various temperature settings. by Kevser Şenel, Ismail Uzun, Rawan Alqawasmi

“…Following irrigation, scanning electron microscope (SEM) imaging was conducted at varying magnifications to visualize the remaining biofilm areas in the root canals and the isthmus. …”
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Global Trends and Hotspots in the Association between Chronic Kidney Disease and Cardiovascular Diseases: A Bibliometric Analysis from 2010 to 2023 by Binghao Chen, Xiangqiu Wang, Dikang Pan, Jingyu Wang

“… Introduction: This study endeavors to evaluate the distribution patterns and research frontiers within the international literature on the association between chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular diseases in the medical field, through bibliometric analysis and visualized information. Methods: The Web of Science Core Collection database was selected as the data source from 2010 to 2023, and articles related to the association between chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular diseases were retrieved. …”
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Photodynamic treatment without verteporfin in chronic central serous chorioretinopathy by Bilge Batu Oto, Oğuzhan Kılıçarslan, Seda Sert, Hüseyin Yetik

“…Study design A prospective study which includes 44 eyes of 38 patients were treated with PST and followed up for at least 24 months. Methods PST was performed by administering light energy delivered to the area using a 689 nm diode laser. …”
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Possible Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Patients with Postherpetic Neuralgia: A Prospective, Single-Arm, Open-Label Clinical Study by Mohammed Abu El-Hamd, Shereen G. Abd Elaa, Ashraf Abdelwahab

“…Patient’s assessment included severity of pain through visual analogue scale (VAS), numerical rating scale (NRS), and verbal rating scale (VRS), in addition to Medical Outcomes Study 36 Item Short-Form (SF-36). …”
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A 2-year longitudinal evaluation of the iStent inject® system for open-angle glaucoma in East Asian eyes by Ru Jian Jonathan Teoh, Rupini Yogesvaran, Felicia Foo Yuen Cheng, Roslinah Muji

“…BACKGROUND: The aim of the study was to assess the midterm efficacy and safety of the iStent glaucoma device in patients with open-angle glaucoma (OAG). MATERIALS AND METHODS: We conducted a retrospective case series of all patients implanted with iStent inject® in OAG. …”
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Outcomes of Application Two-Piece Microkeratome-Assisted Mushroom Keratoplasty by S. V. Trufanov, E. A. Budnikova, V. N. Rozinova

“…Best spectaclecorrected visual acuity (BSCVA) 1 year after surgery averaged 0.54 ± 0.20. …”
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Effects of Massages Administered by Spouses on Labor Pain and Delivery Duration among Primiparous Women by Pi-Hui Chen, Chien-Huei Kao, Su-Chen Gou, Chieh-Yu Liu, Panchalli Wang, Chia-Lung Shih

“…Pain levels during labor were measured using the Visual Analog Scale. Results A total of 100 women, with 50 in each group, were included in the analysis. …”
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Goal and shot prediction in ball possessions in FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: a machine learning approach by Iyán Iván-Baragaño, Antonio Ardá, José L. Losada, Rubén Maneiro

“…The predictive capacity was tested using Random Forest and XGBoost and finally and SHAP values were calculated and visualized to understand the influence of the predictors.ResultsRandom Forest technique showed greater efficacy, with recall and sensitivity above 93% in the resampled dataset. …”
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Soft-contact-lenses-induced complications by Suvajac Gordana

“…All the necessary ophthalmologic examinations were done (visual acuity, refractokeratometry, the quantity of tear film, biomicroscopic examination of anterior eye segment). …”
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The Case of the Congenital Cataract Development in a Child with Kabuki’s Makeup Syndrome by T. B. Kruglova, N. S. Egiyan

“…Purpose: to describe a clinical case of diagnosis and treatment of congenital cataracts in a child with Kabuki syndrome.Material and methods. Child M.,15 years old with syndrome Kabuki make-up. …”
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THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING PHYSICS TO STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW by Frank Angelo Pacala

“…The most commonly studied disability was visual impairment, followed by intellectual disabilities. …”
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Management of Acquired Hypothalamic Obesity After Childhood-Onset Craniopharyngioma—A Narrative Review by Hermann L. Müller

“…Decisions on treatment strategies focusing on the preservation of visual, neuroendocrine, and hypothalamic integrity should be made by experienced multidisciplinary teams. …”
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Molecular identification and genetic diversity of biting midges (Diptera: Ceratopogonidae) in the tropical environment on Hainan Island, China by Yaj Lu, Jie Su, Shi Cheng, Yax Hu, Qianf Xia

“…Background & objectives: Biting midges are hematophagous arthropods responsible for zoonotic infectious diseases and have a wide distribution in temperate and tropical latitudes of the world. Methods: The genomic DNA of midge samples was extracted using the Chelex method and the ITS1gene was amplified by PCR to identify the midge species via BLAST. …”
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Crafting inclusive parenting programs– considerations for deaf families: a qualitative study by Asher Emmanuel Ikwara, Rebecca Nabagesera, Isaac Isiko

“…Cultural sensitivity and education were deemed essential, as visual tools and district associations were used. …”
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Real-world assessment of second-generation trabecular micro-bypass stents in open-angle glaucoma patients by Vishal Vohra, Indira Madgula, Harshika Chawla

“…Background: To assess the safety and efficacy of iStent inject placement in individuals with glaucoma with open angles in real world clinical settings. Methods: A review was conducted on the medical records of individuals who received iStent inject implants starting from March 2018. …”
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Social media and constructing the digital identity of organizations: A bibliometric analysis by Wojciech Czakon, Monika Jedynak, Aneta Kuźniarska, Karolina Mania

“…We used a bibliometric visual analysis to provide a comprehensive overview of the field. …”
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