Investigation of the Adequacy of 100 IU/Kg Unfractionated Heparin Loading Dose by Activated Clotting Time In Children With Congenital Heart Disease During Cardiac Catheterization by Nimet Cındık, Mahmut Gokdemır

“…Results: Median age, weight, and ACT value at procedure were 6.41(IQR:2.01–32.21) months, 6.13(IQR:3.79-11.9) kg, and 212(IQR:190-240) sec, respectively. …”
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Two Clusters of Meningococcal Meningitis in Bunyangabu District, Uganda: October, 2017 by Doreen Birungi, Miriam Nakanwagi, Bernard Wandera, Steven Ndugwa Kabwama, Alex Riolexus Ario

“…A cerebro spinal fluid (CSF) sample from one case-patient for laboratory analysis was collected and tested using standard gram staining procedure. Results: Between 1 September and 30 October 2017, 5 cases with 3 deaths (case fatality rate = 60%) occurred in Bunyangabu District. …”
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Miniaturized side-firing intracardiac photoacoustic imaging catheter for monitoring radiofrequency ablation by Shang Gao, Yang Wang, Ryo Murakami, Hiroshi Ashikaga, Young-Ho Kim, Mohammad Mehrmohammadi, Henry R. Halperin, Haichong K. Zhang

“…Its flexibility and small diameter allow for maneuverability through cardiac vessels, enhancing its utility for intraoperative feedback during RF ablation procedures. This advancement offers a practical tool for improving the precision and effectiveness of RF ablation in A-fib treatment by integrating high-resolution imaging and maneuverability into a PA imaging catheter, potentially facilitating its adoption in clinical practice.…”
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Investigation of the levels of oxidative stress parameters in HIV and HIV-TB co-infected patients by Olufunsho Awodele, Sunday O Olayemi, Joseph A Nwite, Titilope A Adeyemo

“…Measurements of antioxidant enzyme activity and lipid peroxidation were performed according to standard procedures. Haematological parameters were determined using a fully automated hematology analyzer. …”
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Evaluation of Workers and Customers Exposure to Noise Level in Delta Mall and Robinson Plaza, Delta State, Nigeria by Ado Umar Farouq, Peter I Ahonsi

“…At Robinson plaza, the noise was measured in 13 different locations and they are numbered Block A – N with an exception of Block I. The procedure was carried out in the morning (9:00am – 9:30am), afternoon (1:00pm – 1:30pm), and evening (6:00pm – 6:30pm) measurements for a period of 30 days. …”
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Patient Experiences of Seeking Specialized Mental Health Care in Norway: A Qualitative Study by Silje Sørum, Veronica Lockertsen, Sara Rivenes Lafontan

“…Conclusion: Patients frequently experienced feeling unsupported and overwhelmed due to poor GP engagement, inadequate information, and complex referral procedures. Enhancing GP mental health literacy, providing decision-making aids, and creating a centralized digital referral platform could significantly improve patient experiences, reduce waiting times, and foster a more effective, equitable, and patient-centered mental health care system.…”
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Enhancing archaeological knowledge dissemination: the pivotal role of digital representation and BIM interoperability for preservation, FEA, and XR of Villa dei Quintili in Rome by Fabrizio Banfi, Francesca Romana Paolillo, Clara Spallino, Alberto Viskovic, Libbio Antonelli

“…Given these paramount considerations, the study emphasizes the urgency of establishing interoperable procedures and cultivating a comprehensive understanding of digital representation as a crucial informational medium.…”
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Bone Remodeling Regulators in Central Giant Cell Granuloma: a Study of RANK and Osteocalcin Expression by Jawaher M TAHER, Zinah A. HAMDALA, Noor Natik RAHEEM, Karrar N. SHAREEF

“…Polyclonal antibodies for RANK and osteocalcin (OC) were used for immunohistochemical (IHC) procedures, and their expression and staining-intensity-distribution (SID) scores were analyzed. …”
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A congenital fibular notch synostosis of the left distal leg: a case report by Olubunmi Balogun, Oladayo oyedun, Olaniran Morakinyo, Olusegun Ajeleti, Olaleye Olabiyi, Gideon Ojo, Abayomi Olubintan

“…The case presented here shows a fusion of the tibia and fibula at the fibular notch which is not secondary to a fracture, hematoma, or any procedure done to fix the distal tibiofibular joint, as shown by the x-ray radiograph. …”
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COMBINING ALLOMETRY AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE TO ESTIMATE ABOVEGROUND BIOMASS AT THE INDIVIDUAL TREE LEVEL by Marín Pompa-García, Jaime Roberto Padilla-Martínez, Eduardo Daniel Vivar-Vivar, Jose Israel Yerena-Yamallel

“…Combining field data with the use of a DJI Phantom 4 Multispectral UAV, we explored TH as a predictor variable of AGB using regression procedures. Results: In the PAW were classified four genera: Pinus, Quercus, Arbutus, and Juniperus, the first was the most abundant genus. …”
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Isolation, Molecular, and Metabolic Profiling of Benzene-Remediating Bacteria Inhabiting the Tannery Industry Soil by Hussain Nadia, Mohiuddin Farhan, Muccee Fatima, Bunny Saboor Muarij, Al Haddad Amal H.I.

“…Its remediation from environmental resources using conventional procedures has always been challenging due to high cost and incomplete benzene degradation. …”
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Binaural masking of amplitude modulation by M. Kordus, A. Sęk, J. Kociński

“…Using a Three-Alternative Forced-Choice (3AFC) procedure the binaural and monaural masked thresholds of amplitude modulation were determined. …”
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Screening for More than 1,000 Pesticides and Environmental Contaminants in Cannabis by GC/Q-TOF by Philip L. Wylie, Jessica Westland, Mei Wang, Mohamed M. Radwan, Chandrani G. Majumdar, Mahmoud A. ElSohly

“… A method has been developed to screen cannabis extracts for more than 1,000 pesticides and environmental pollutants using a gas chromatograph coupled to a high-resolution accurate mass quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometer (GC/Q-TOF). An extraction procedure was developed using acetonitrile with solid phase extraction cleanup. …”
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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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Bladder tumor unveiled by acute limb ischemia: a case report by Nader Gharbia, Kays Chaker, Ali Chakroun, Alia Zehani, Eya Azzouz, Boutheina Mosbahi, Yassine Ouanes, Mokhtar Bibi, Yassine Nouira

“…Additionally, a bladder tumor resection was conducted under general anesthesia, due to the nature of the procedure and the patient's distress. Histopathological examination confirmed malignancy with muscle invasion. …”
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