Effect of high and low flux hemodialysis on vascular endothelial cell growth factor and interleukin-1 beta levels in maintenance hemodialysis patients by WANG Wen-zheng, ZHANG Jin-ping, WANG Jia, YANG Xiao-ping

“…Objective To invesigate the effects of the different dialysis procedures on vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF) and interleukin-1 beta(IL-1β) levels in maintenance hemodialysis(MHD) patients to provide a theoretical basis for a reasonable choice for dialysis,and for improving the prognosis of patients with hemodialysis.Methods From June 2012 to June 2014 in the Blood Purification Center of the First Affiliated Hospital of Shihezi University,32 patients with MHD were selected,including high flux hemodialysis group of 16 cases,and low flux hemodialysis group of 16 cases.The 16 healthy volunteers served as control group.Related biochemical indexes were determined,and ELISA was used to detect the plasma levels of VEGF and IL-1β.Results As compared with control group,the plasma VEGF level in patients with MHD was significantly increased(P<0.05),and that in HFHD group was significantly lower than in LFHD group(P<0.05).The single factor correlation analysis showed that plasma VEGF level was positively correlated with dialysis age,intact parathyroid hormone(iPTH),and low density lipoprotein(r= 0.65,0.605,and 0.284,P<0.05).As compared with control group,plasma IL-1β was significantly increased,and that was statistically reduced in HFHD group as compared with LFHD group(P<0.05).The single factor correlation analysis showed there was a negative correlation between IL-1β and age(r=-0.261,P<0.05),but a positive correlation between IL-1β with low density lipoprotein,dialysis age,iPTH and VEGF(r =0.274,0.722,0.658,and 0.783,P<0.01).Single factor correlation analysis showed that plasma VEGF and IL-lβ levels showed a positive correlation(r = 0.783,P<0.01).Conclusions As compared with LFHD,HFHD can reduce micro-inflammatory state in MHD patients and protect endothelial function more effectively,and improve the prognosis of patients.…”
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The role of endoscopic investigation in expertise and rehabilitation diagnostics of patients and disabled persons after stomach surgery by K. A. Velikolug, Zh. M. Sizova, Ye. K. Baranskaya

“…Authors give a new definition to the term «expertise and rehabilitational endoscopy» and the new diagnostic procedure is introduced into practice of medical and social examination for the first time.Conclusions. …”
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A Cross-Sectional Study to Assess Capacity of Health Facility Laboratories in Zone One of Afar Regional State, Ethiopia by Chalachew Genet Akal, Tesfaye Andualem

“…Availability of laboratory related national guidelines and standard operating procedure varies among HFs studied. In 42 selected laboratory equipment and materials assessed, their availability shows variations among HFs from 13 (30.2%) to 32 (74.4%). …”
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Preparation and characterization of hyaluronic acid-based fixable materials for prevention of postsurgical adhesion by Hyun Ho Shin, Seungwon Hong, Seongyeon Jo, Hong Kee Kim, Ji Hyun Ryu

“…Postsurgical adhesions are frequent complications of surgical procedures that cause significant morbidity in patients. …”
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A Diagnostic Model of Breast Cancer Based on Digital Mammogram Images Using Machine Learning Techniques by Farouk A. K. Al-Fahaidy, Belal Al-Fuhaidi, Ishaq AL-Darouby, Faheem AL-Abady, Mohammed AL-Qadry, Abdurhman AL-Gamal

“…The followed step-by-step procedure of the proposed method is performed by passing the Mammographic Image Analysis Society (MIAS) through five steps of image preprocessing, image segmentation using seeded region growing (SRG) algorithm, feature extraction using different feature’s extraction classes, and important and effectiveness feature selection using the Sequential Forward Selection (SFS) technique, and finally, the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm is used as a binary classifier in two classification levels. …”
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The effect of the use of positioning materials and hand-face maneuvers on physiologic parameters and stress symptoms in preterm newborns by Işıl Ar, Serap Balcı

“…In addition, it was determined that the Neonatal Stress Scale score before the first position was significantly higher in the experiment1 and experiment2 groups compared in the control group, and there was no difference between the groups after the procedure. Conclusion This study emphasizes the importance of individualized care in the NICU, particularly through hand-face maneuvers and proper positioning to reduce stress in preterm infants. …”
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Gull-wing Stacked Profunda Artery Perforator Flap for Unilateral Breast Reconstruction by Hajime Matsumine, MD, PhD, Yosuke Niimi, MD, PhD, Hiroyuki Sakurai, MD, PhD

“…Further studies are necessary to optimize the procedure and evaluate long-term outcomes.…”
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Socioeconomic Status as Predictors of Adherence to COVID-19 Protocols by Market Men and Women in Ogun State, Nigeria by Samuel Adesina Okueso, Olayinka Buraimo, Adewale Olugbemiga Adeleye, Folajimi Adebolu Adekoya

“…Multi-stage sampling procedure was employed to select the sample for the study from the old Ijebu and Egba components of the State, including Ita-Osu new market in Ijebu-Ode and Oba Lipede Market in Abeokuta were purposively selected for the study. …”
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China tuberculosis policy at crucial crossroads: comparing the practice of different hospital and tuberculosis control collaboration models using survey data. by Xiaolin Wei, Guanyang Zou, John Walley, Jia Yin, Knut Lonnroth, Mukund Uplekar, Weibing Wang, Qiang Sun

“…Diagnostic and treatment procedures were reviewed from medical charts of the surveyed patients to compare with national guidelines.…”
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Sham Acupressure Controls Used in Randomized Controlled Trials: A Systematic Review and Critique. by Jing-Yu Tan, Lorna K P Suen, Tao Wang, Tao Wang, Alexander Molassiotis, Alexander Molassiotis

“…<h4>Objectives</h4>To explore the commonly utilized sham acupressure procedures in existing acupressure trials, and to assess whether different types of sham interventions yield different therapeutic outcomes, and, as far as possible, to identify directions for the future development of an adequate sham acupressure method.…”
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Physico-mechanical characterization of 3D-printed PLGA for patient-specific resorbable implants in craniofacial surgery by Dimitri Kulker, Julie Pepin, Benoit Rosa, Boris Laure, Mathieu Venin, Jordan Biglione, Arnaud Pare

“…Abstract Patient-specific implant (PSI) has optimized the management for a wide range of complex craniofacial deformity over the past years by increasing the accuracy of surgical procedures and lowering the operating time. In hypertelorism (HTO) surgery particularly, the orbital bone repositioning is nowadays guided by patient-specific bone fixation plates that are usually made from non-resorbable alloplastic material (e.g., titanium). …”
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World practice of providing scientific advice on the development and authorisation of innovative medicines by E. V. Melnikova, O. V. Merkulova, V. A. Merkulov

“…The paper summarises the results of analysis of regulations establishing the procedure for providing scientific advice by EU, USA, and Russian regulatory authorities, and analyses the advice provided for the human cell- and tissue-based products which are now authorised in the EU and USA. …”
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THE TASK OF MINIMAX ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT OF INNOVATIVE PROCESSES AT AN ENTERPRISE WITH RISK ASSESSMENT by Vitalina Babenko, Elena Alisejko, Zoya Kochuyeva

“…The following conclusions are made: the suggested method makes it possible to work out efficient numerical procedures that enable computer modelling the dynamics of the target task, developing adaptive minimax management of EIP and obtaining an optimal guaranteed result. …”
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Influence of social media on the intent to undergo cosmetic facial injections among Lebanese university students by Rami Salameh, Elie Ghadban, Elio El Murr, Charlie Hanna

“…Abstract Background With the emergence of social media accounts promoting noninvasive cosmetic procedures, young adults are increasingly seeking for newer beauty trends, in compliance with certain beauty standards. …”
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Diffuse Reflectance Spectrophotometers Based on C12880MA and C11708MA Mini-Spectrometers Hamamatsu by V. A. Firago, N. V. Levkovich, K. I. Shuliko

“…Its use in the connection scheme has simplified data exchange with the control computer via USB interface and the formation of all the signals that are needed to control the mini-spectrometer.Two experimental samples of spectrophotometers based on C12880MA and C11708MA mini-spectrometers and STM32 microprocessors were created and their characteristics were studied. The calibration procedure and features of the software for these spectrophotometers are presented. …”
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Triple Endobutton with Coracoacromial Ligament Transfer: A Modified Technique for Fixation of Acromioclavicular Joint Dislocation by Vikas Kesari, Jatin Prakash, Jyoti Garg, Divesh Jalan, Karan Maggo, Naval Bhatia

“…Materials and Methods: A prospective analysis was conducted on a cohort of patients with ACJ dislocation who were treated using the triple Endobutton and CAL transfer techniques. In this procedure, the lateral end of the clavicle, the coracoid, and the CAL were exposed. …”
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Comparing hair-morphology and molecular methods to identify fecal samples from Neotropical felids. by Carlos C Alberts, Bruno H Saranholi, Fernando Frei, Pedro M Galetti

“…For this molecular approach, we simulated some field conditions by postponing sample-conservation procedures. A blind test of the identification key obtained a nearly 70% overall success rate, which we considered equivalent to or better than the results of some molecular methods (probably due to DNA degradation) found in other studies. …”
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COMPARATIVE PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF CREATINE PHOSPHOKINASE MB AND TROPONIN T IN THE DIAGNOSTICS OF PERIPROCEDURAL MYOCARDIAL DAMAGE by S. A. Akinina

“…The levels of CK-MB and TrT were measured before PCI and 8 and 24 hours after the procedure. Results. After PCI, CK-MB and TrT levels were elevated in 11 (8,9%) and 24 (19,4%) patients, respectively. …”
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Developing a reliable predictive model for the biodegradability index in industrial complex effluent by Sadegh Partani, Amin Arzhangi, Hamidreza Azari, Hamidreza Moheghi

“…Backward elimination regression analysis was employed as an integrated procedure to find out effective model removing ineffective independent variables. …”
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Degloving Injury of the Thigh: A Case Report by Fatmah Abdulziz Alsomali, Imad Khojahm, Uthman Alamoudi

“…The patient recovered uneventfully and was discharged 48 hours after the procedure. Conclusion: This case highlights the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for MLLs in patients with post-traumatic swelling, even in the absence of fractures or significant injuries. …”
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