Diagnosis of small pulmonary lesions by transbronchial lung biopsy with radial endobronchial ultrasound and virtual bronchoscopic navigation versus CT-guided transthoracic needle b... by Yeji Han, Hyun Jung Kim, Kyoung Ae Kong, Soo Jung Kim, Su Hwan Lee, Yon Ju Ryu, Jin Hwa Lee, Yookyoung Kim, Sung Shine Shim, Jung Hyun Chang

“…However, for lesions greater than 2 cm, the BR approach may be considered considering its diagnostic yield of over 80% and the low risk of procedure-related complications.…”
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“Oh, Another Overdose, for the Love of Pete”: First Responder Perspectives on Overdose Response Technology by William Rioux, Stephanie Jones, S. Monty Ghosh

“…Results: Participants discussed their current operating procedures, their current perspectives on overdose response hotlines and apps, how they would best integrate them into their current workloads, and how to raise awareness of these services within first-responder communities. …”
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Treatment of gas-containing lumbar disc cysts via a combination of posterior and extraforaminal approaches in arthroscopic-assisted uni-portal spine surgery: a case report and lite... by Guijun Zhang, Lei Ren, En Song, Shengjun Shen

“…The patient was treated using the AUSS technique. During the procedure, a unilateral posterior approach was initially employed to achieve unilateral laminotomy for bilateral decompression (ULBD) and excision of the intracanal cyst, followed by resection of the cysts in the foraminal and extraforaminal regions via an extraforaminal approach. …”
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Better care for children with appendicitis: implementation of antibiotic stewardship optimizes postoperative therapy by Beltz, Sebastian, Fischer, Stephanie, Huenger, Frank, Vahdad, Reza, Kalhoff, Hermann, Leutner, Andreas

“…Material and methods: We compared the quality of antibiotic therapy before and after the implementation of standard operating procedure (SOP) for the peri-/postoperative antibiotic treatment of appendicitis in 2020. …”
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Reduced opioids after total joint replacement surgery (REPAIRS): a pilot randomized controlled trial by Zhiwei Yang

“…Primary outcomes were screening to recruitment rate, percentage completing follow-ups, and acceptability of the trial procedures. Acceptability was measured quantitatively at weeks 1 and 2 post-discharge and qualitatively by interview at 6 weeks post-discharge. …”
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Impact of the atmosphere state on interaction of aircraft vortex and condensation trails by A. I. Zhelannikov, A. N. Zamyatin, Yu. M. Chinyuchin

“…This complex passed the required testing and state registration. Several procedures were executed to validate and verify the developed complex, confirming its program efficiency and the reliability of the results obtained. …”
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Containing Airborne Transmission of COVID-19 and Its Implications for Global Economic Recovery by Achintya Ray

“…Understanding the airborne transmission of coronavirus will help business leaders craft meaningful operational procedures to protect their stakeholders and minimize costly business disruptions. …”
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FLUORIDE-BASED AGENTS IN THE TREATMENT OF DENTIN HYPERSENSITIVITY by T.P. Skrypnykova, O.O. Kulai, T.A. Khmil, Yu.V. Tymoshenko, L.M. Khavalkina

“…To relieve pain associated with DH, numerous therapeutic agents and procedures are available. There is substantial evidence supporting the effect of fluorides on dentin sensitivity. …”
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Dual‐energy X‐ray absorptiometry for detecting neurogenic pulmonary edema in a mouse model of subarachnoid hemorrhage by Tatsushi Mutoh, Hiroaki Aono, Yushi Mutoh, Tatsuya Ishikawa

“…Herein, we present an imaging procedure involving dual‐energy X‐ray absorptiometry (DXA) to identify NPE in a murine model of SAH. …”
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Safety and efficacy of percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation with varying puncture trajectories for recurrent maxillary trigeminal neuralgia: a prospective study by Yuanyuan Du, Xiaohui Liu, Hongchen Shi, Guangzhao Liu, Yue Ren, Lulu Xi

“…Patients were divided into two groups based on the puncture pathway: the FO group and the PF group. All procedures were performed under local anesthesia and guided by computed tomography (CT). …”
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Synthesis of Phase-Correcting Elements Based on Band-Pass Filter and Their Application in Transmitarray Antenna by A. V. Stankovsky, S. V. Polenga, Ye. A. Strigova, A. D. Nemshon, E. R. Gafarov, Yu. P. Salomatov

“…This paper presents a procedure for synthesis of phase-correcting elements (PCE) based on band-pass filter using specialized software developed for these purposes. …”
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Treating fear of cancer recurrence with Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing: a sequential, randomized single-case experimental design by Pascalle A. I. Van der Wolf, Melanie P. J. Schellekens, Marije L. van der Lee

“…Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) including the flash forward procedure explicitly addresses these intrusions. The present study explored whether EMDR is effective in treating clinical FCR. …”
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Nurses Concerning Hospital Acquired Infections in Surgical Specialty Hospital- Erbil Cardiac Center by Niyan Anwar Omar, Karwan Mohammed M-Amen

“…Formulation and administration of an extensive program for infection control in hospitals is recommended to facilitate healthcare professionals to follow written instructions for using safety procedures against HAIs. …”
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The Impact of Rural Livelihood Diversification on Household Poverty: Evidence from Jimma Zone, Oromia National Regional State, Southwest Ethiopia by Tsehaynesh Abebe, Tamiru Chalchisa, Adugna Eneyew

“…A multistage sampling procedure was employed to select 385 sample household heads. …”
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Comparison between Keros and Gera Classifications on Paranasal Sinuses Computed Tomography Scan in One Teaching Hospital in Medan, Indonesia by Fingga Prahasti Nasution, Elvita Rahmi Daulay, Ferryan Sofyan

“…Background: Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is a surgical procedure for chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). Keros and Gera classification can be used to evaluate the height and angle of the lateral lamella (LL) on computed tomography (CT) scan of the paranasal sinuses (PNS) which is the most dangerous area and at risk of injury during FESS. …”
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Is Routine Voiding Cystourethrogram Necessary Following Endoscopic Subureteral Injection for Primary Low-Grade Vesicoureteral Reflux? by Jun-Koo Kang, Min Ji Park, Min Hyun Cho, Jun Nyung Lee

“…Purpose An endoscopic subureteral injection (EI) using a bulking agent is a highly successful surgical procedure, particularly for low-grade vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). …”
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Narrative coherence in neural language models by Alessandro Acciai, Lucia Guerrisi, Pietro Perconti, Alessio Plebe, Rossella Suriano, Andrea Velardi

“…The large number of stories ensures adequate sampling given the stochastic nature of the models, and was made possible thanks to the adoption of an automated coherence evaluation procedure. We initially asked the models to generate 192 autobiographical stories, which were then analyzed by a team of professional psychologists. …”
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Laparoscopic Removal of a Mesothelial Cyst of the Greater Omentum: Clinical Case by S. Yu. Trishchenkov, V. M. Nekoval, R. T. Rzaev, V. V. Balaban, P. V. Tsarkov

“…A thorough preoperative preparation and surgical risk assessment allowed a laparoscopic surgical procedure to be performed.Conclusion. The clinical case demonstrates that for such neoplasms, surgeons should give preference to laparoscopic access. …”
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Closure of esophageal perforation after stricture dilation with novel through-the-scope clip by Erica Loon, DO, Natalie Wilson, MD, Mohammad Bilal, MD

“…Results: The patient remained hemodynamically stable throughout the procedure and was admitted to the intensive care unit for close monitoring. …”
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“…They were just treating her Symptom by Symptom”: maternal experiences of having a child with spinal muscular atrophy in Ghana by Esther Doe-Yo Tawiah, Jacob Owusu Sarfo

“…The study adhered to ethical guidelines, including informed consent procedures and confidentiality measures to protect participants’ rights and privacy. …”
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