Studying the role of cadherin-11 as a novel biomarker of kidney fibrosis by Saeed Abdelwahab, Hayam Aref, Manal Salman, Abdelrahman Khedr, Ghada Gaafar, Abdelrahman Elbraky

“…While biopsy is widely regarded as the preferred diagnostic method, it is an invasive procedure with inherent limitations. Alternatively, cadherin-11 (CDH-11) serves as an exceptional noninvasive biomarker for kidney fibrosis. …”
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Método de avaliação da suspensão do SMAS no rejuvenescimento facial A method to evaluate the SMAS suspension in facelift by Ithamar Nogueira Stocchero, Gustavo Flosi Stocchero, Guilherme Flosi Stocchero, Alexandre Siqueira Franco Fonseca

“…<br>BACKGROUND: The superficial musculo-aponeurotic system (SMAS) suspension is a globally accepted procedure in rhytidoplasties. In order to evaluate the efficacy of suspension performed with the round block SMAS treatment, the authors planned a method in which the wound area reduction is measured to assure its functionality, based in clear evidence. …”
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Entrepreneurial agility and organizational performance of IT firms: A mediated moderation model by Leul Girma Haylemariam, Stephen Oduro, Zewdu Lake Tegegne

“…IMPLICATIONS: The findings imply that IT firms should emphasize adopting agile procedures and structures that allow them to react to new problems and opportunities swiftly by building a culture of innovation through the adoption of OI strategies (inbound, outbound, and coupled) to tap into the broader range of expertise and resources in the business environment. …”
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Exploring perceptions of dignity among older adults living in nursing homes: a qualitative study by Kejimu Sunzi, Hui Luo, Lina Yin, Yadi Li, Xin Zhou, Cheng Lei

“…All interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and thematically analyzed using Colaizzi’s phenomenological procedure. Reporting adhered to SRQR guidelines.ResultsThe following four themes were identified: Older people’s perception of dignity, The influence of dignity on the older people, Factors affecting the promotion of dignity, Dignity maintenance strategies for the older people.ConclusionDignity in nursing-home settings is deeply influenced by physical dependence, the quality of staff–resident interactions, and the availability of meaningful social engagement. …”
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Geoinformation monitoring of the educational risk in educational institutions of higher education by Aleksandr N. Kolesenkov, Dmitry S. Zhuravlyov

“…The effect, received by a person and society from mastering the basic professional educational programs is problematic to quantify, which leads to the emergence of a risk that characterizes the quality of management decision-making procedures for implementing the educational process in higher education institutions in terms of the level of achievement of the set criteria and indicators.The aim of the work is the development of technology for monitoring of the educational risk based on the geoinformation approach and methods of data mining. …”
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Bone filler and adhesive at the same time: in-vitro analysis in a porcine fracture model by Stefanie Hoelscher-Doht, Nicola Zufall, Maximilian Heilig, Philipp Heilig, Martin Cornelius Jordan, Rainer Heribert Meffert, Uwe Gbureck, Lea Hüls

“…In the other two groups, plate osteosynthesis was performed first, as in the current standard operative procedure, followed by the injection of a bone graft substitute through a gap in the fracture area of the tibia, group B with MgP cement, group C with hydroxyapatite cement. …”
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Lipoaspiração associada à miniabdominoplastia com abaixamento do umbigo sem desinserção umbilical Mini-abdominoplasty associated with liposuction and lowering of the umbilical scar... by Gustavo Gonzalez Assumpção

“…CONCLUSIONS: Mini-abdominoplasty surgery is safe with no severe complications such as infection, pulmonary embolism, and perforation of cavities or skin necrosis. This procedure is effective for the aesthetic treatment of the abdominal region and is easy, fast, and safe to perform.…”
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Categorización fonológica por infantes de 9 a 12 meses de edad aprendices del español. Laboratorio de Infantes, Facultad de Psicología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México... by Alberto Falcón Albarrán, Elda Alva Canto, Jesús Antonio Franco Rodríguez

“…The head-turn preference procedure was used in two experiments with infants from 9 to 12 months of age. …”
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The PRO‐HOME Project. A multicomponent intervention for the protected discharge from the hospital of multimorbid and polytreated older individuals by using innovative technologies:... by Alberto Pilotto, Erica Volta, Marina Barbagelata, Alessandra Argusti, Antonio Camurri, Niccolò Casiddu, Carlo Berutti‐Bergotto, Carlo Custodero, Alberto Cella

“…Results We presented the study design of the PRO‐HOME programme, including architectural and technological components, the enrolment procedures, the components of the intervention that is physical activity, cognitive training and life‐style education and the evaluation method of the intervention based on the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment to explore the changes in the individual domains that are target of the multicomponent intervention. …”
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Educational trajectories of school graduates of the Russian industrial region by I. A. Aleshkovski, A. I. Moteva, N. E. Savina, A. T. Gasparishvili, O. V. Krukhmaleva

“…At the stage of data analysis in the SPSS 25 functional environment, primary data were processed and the results were presented using descriptive statistics methods; an in-depth analysis of empirical information was carried out using multidimensional methods of analytical statistics, including the Pearson’s χ2 significance test, the procedures of factor, correlation and regression analysis (p &lt; 0.001).Research results and scientific novelty. …”
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Discrepancies between clinical and pathologic staging in tumors of the larynx: Evaluation of the probable causes and influence in overall survival by António Fontes Lima, Filipa Carvalho Moreira, Cátia Azevedo, Isabel Costa, Fernando Milhazes Mar, Miguel Sá Breda, Nuno Ribeiro Costa, Luís Dias

“…Pathological staging (pTNM) is based on histopathological analysis after the surgical procedure. Discrepancies between cTNM and pTNM in larynx cancer have been reported in the literature, but some controversies remain.  …”
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Effect of ultrasound-guided thoracolumbar interfascial plane block on postoperative recovery in patients undergoing posterior lumbar intervertebral fusion: a prospective observatio... by Ying Zhang, Quanmei Lu, Jiaojiao Gao, Yongxing Sun, Wenqi Lu, Yanzhi Luo

“…Abstract Background Posterior lumbar intervertebral fusion (PLIF) is a common surgical procedure, but postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction remains a concern. …”
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Perilesional dominance: radiomics of multiparametric MRI enhances differentiation of IgG4-Related ophthalmic disease and orbital MALT lymphoma by Jie Li, Chenran Zhou, Xiaoxia Qu, Lianze Du, Qinghai Yuan, Qinghe Han, Junfang Xian

“…This approach highlights the transformative potential of spatial radiomics analysis in resolving diagnostic uncertainties and reducing reliance on invasive procedures for orbital lesion characterization.…”
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Problems of optimization and the experience of making medical decisions at the admission of patients with thromboembolism of the branches of the pulmonary artery by M. A. Mel'nikov, S. E. Katorkin, M. Yu. Kushnarchuk, O. E. Kushnarchuk

“…In the multidisciplinary Clinics of the Samara Medical University, an SOP (standard operating/working procedures) was developed and implemented, which streamlined the distribution of tasks by competence, quality assurance and logical sequence of actions in the treatment of VTE and PE. …”
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Qualidade da água subterrânea para irrigação na bacia hidrográfica do Rio Piauí, em Sergipe Groundwater quality for irrigation purposes in Piauí River Basin in the State of Sergipe... by Julio R. A. de Amorim, Marcus A. S. Cruz, Ronaldo S. Resende

“…Maps of spatial distribution of groundwater quality indicators in the watershed were prepared by ordinary kriging procedures. Groundwaters showed good quality for irrigation use, mainly in the center-downstream portion of the river basin. …”
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Development of Suppositories Silicone Molds Using Additive Technologies by K. A. Gusev, O. A. Terenteva, D. N. Maimistov, Yu. E. Generalova, K. O. Sidorov, E. V. Flisyuk

“…Suppositories with paracetamol were made. A procedure for cleaning the obtained silicone molds has been developed.Conclusion. …”
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Barriers to the Utilization of Research and Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice Among Nurses in Sabah, Malaysia: A Cross-Sectional Study by Nadirah Sulaiman, Peter Seah Keng Tok, Juhanah Gimbo, Ammar Rafidah Saptu, Phylis Bridget Philip, Yau Kim Yain, Lilyiana Pengui, Drina Dalie, Norfairuziana Tinggal

“…The top three barriers to the utilization of research were ‘the nurse does not feel she/he has enough authority to change patient care procedures’ (35.9%), ‘the nurse does not have time to read research’ (27.8%), and ‘research reports/articles are not published fast enough’ (25.8%). …”
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Impact of stress and preoperative psychological preparation on immunity, inflammatory responses, and surgical outcomes in adults undergoing elective surgery with general anesthesia... by Sahar Yaseen, Rawan Morgan, Reem Yaseen, Jihad Zohd, Ahmad Salhab, Johnny Amer, Ahmad A. Hanani

“…A total of 71.4% of patients suffering from postoperative complications were stressed before the procedures, with a strong association (P value of 0.003). …”
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Economic analysis of the use of holmium enucleation of the prostate and laparoscopic simple prostatectomy in the surgical treatment of large-volume prostatic hyperplasia by S. N. Volkov, D. Yu. Pushkar, K. B. Kolontarev, V. S. Stepanchenko, V. I. Tereshchenko, A. R. Dzharimok, A. E. Shevyakina, M. A. Daurov

“…Laparoscopic simple prostatectomy (LSP) has now emerged as an alternative to transurethral procedures. In addition to ensuring clinical efficacy, optimal approaches to surgical management of large-volume BPH must also be financially viable, which underlines the significance of this study.Objective. …”
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Preoperative patient teaching practices and associated factors among nurses working at hospitals in West Shoa Zone, Ethiopia, 2022: a cross-sectional study by Lammi Atomsa, Sidise Temesgen, Abebe Dechasa, Mulatu Ayana, Nimona Amena, Dawit Teklehymanot, Firaol Regea

“…IntroductionPreoperative teaching is fundamental nursing activity in which a nurse educates the patient about surgery and what to anticipate following the procedure. It is a process via which nurses give standard preoperative information to patients before surgery, and it enables the patients to understand their diagnosis and treatment, actively participate in their own care, overcome feelings of incapacity in relation to their condition, regain health, and maintain home care. …”
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