Hidden cause of paralysis: tight filum terminale in spinal cord injury without radiographic abnormality by Yi Yuan, Yi Yuan, Zong Jian An, Fei Gao, Zhi Hui Li, Wei Li Xu, Yong Sun

“…For children with SCIWORA accompanied by tethered cord syndrome, we recommend early surgical intervention to perform laminectomy and release the tethered cord, which may aid in the recovery of neurological function.…”
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Modified iris system: initial experience with a new technology for safety in hiatal surgery in pediatric patients by Joel Cazares, Eduardo De la Rosa-Bustamante, Jorge Colín-Garnica, Arturo Guillen-Cárdenas, Marbella Sepulveda-Valenzuela, Miguel Torres-Salas, Jorge Alberto Cantú-Reyes

“…The IRIS U-kit, originally designed for urology, was adapted to aid esophageal visualization. This system utilized an illuminated ureteral stent with optical fibers inserted into a feeding tube (bougie). …”
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The Complete Mitochondrial Genome of the American Palm Cixiid, Haplaxius crudus (Hemiptera: Cixiidae) by Lidia Komondy, Jose Huguet-Tapia, Marina S. Ascunce, Ericka E. Helmick, Erica M. Goss, Brian W. Bahder

“…These data provide a useful resource for developing novel primer sets that could aid in either phylogenetic studies or population genetic studies. …”
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Preventive Adolescent Health Care in Family Practice: A Program Summary by Barry Knishkowy, Moshe Schein, Alexander Kiderman, Aliza Velber, Richard Edman, John Yaphe

“…Many previously undetected health issues, particularly psychosocial and behavioral, are revealed during these visits. A concerns checklist aids in addressing personal health concerns.…”
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Toward Sustainable Biocultural Ecotourism: An Integrated Spatial Analysis of Cultural and Biodiversity Richness in Colombia by Alejandra Echeverri, Natasha M. Batista, Stacie Wolny, Guido A. Herrera‐R, Federico Andrade‐Rivas, Allison Bailey, Anaid Cardenas‐Navarrete, Armando Dávila Arenas, Andres Felipe Díaz‐Salazar, Katherine Victoria Hernandez, Kelley E. Langhans, Bryam E. Mateus‐Aguilar, Dallas Levey, Andrew Neill, Oliver Nguyen, Andres Felipe Suárez‐Castro, Felipe Zapata, Natalia Ocampo‐Peñuela

“…Abstract Ecotourism plays a vital role in both economic development and depending on the scale, it can also aid environmental conservation. Ecotourism planning often considers culture‐based and nature‐based tourism separately, failing to recognize the synergies between them, with the potential to market locations as biocultural destinations. …”
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Spin-bearing molecules as optically addressable platforms for quantum technologies by Kuppusamy Senthil Kumar, Hunger David, Ruben Mario, Goldner Philippe, Serrano Diana

“…Crucially, by harnessing the molecular design protocols, the optical and spin (electronic and nuclear) properties of molecules can be tailored, aiding the design of optically addressable spin qubits and quantum sensors. …”
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Quantifying 3D coral reef structural complexity from 2D drone imagery using artificial intelligence by Aviv Suan, Simone Franceschini, Joushua Madin, Elizabeth Madin

“…A scalable, high-resolution method such as we present will provide a more cost-effective and nuanced understanding of reef habitats, ultimately aiding in their conservation and management amid ongoing environmental challenges.…”
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The feasibility of using liver function indices and FibroScan in combination to predict the occurrence of anti-tuberculosis drug-induced liver injury in Patients with liver disease by Shaoqiang Wu, Qiaohua Yang, Huai Li, Yongzhong Li

“…The results highlight the importance of baseline liver health assessment and offer promising implications for clinical practice, aiding in individualized risk estimation and therapeutic decision-making for patients with liver disease initiating anti-tuberculosis therapy. …”
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Development and validation of the respite care model for adults with cancer in Iran: study protocol for a multimethod research project by Vahid Pakpour, Fatemeh Sadeghi-Ghyassi, Azad Rahmani, Nasrin Kheibar, Maryam Rassouli

“…Respite care has been acknowledged as an effective strategy to aid primary caregivers, and different models have been established in Western nations. …”
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Assessment of XCI skewing and demonstration of XCI escape region based on single-cell RNA sequencing: comparison between female Grave’s disease and control by In-Cheol Baek, Soo Yeun Sim, Byung-Kyu Suh, Tai-Gyu Kim, Won Kyoung Cho

“…Conclusions These results could aid in understanding the immunogenetics of gender differences in various autoimmune disease pathophysiologies.…”
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Development of a comprehensive sustainability index for extractive and mining companies: Integrating the Sustainable Development Goals by Marta Fernández-Hernández, Pedro Mora, Marcelo F. Ortega, Juan Pous Cabello

“…The practical application of this index is critical, providing a step-by-step guide for extractive and mining companies to adopt and utilize the sustainability index, aiding in compliance with future regulations.The results of this study show that the system of SDGs, targets, aspects, and metrics is naturally weighted towards social issues. …”
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The impact of pre-hospital emergency medical services on the outcomes of patients with burn: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Ahmed Alanazy, Abdullah Alruwaili

“…Specialized burn centres are only sometimes available near the site of burn injury. First aid greatly impacted the outcomes of burns by evaluating the severity of the burn and associated injuries. …”
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Association of the triglyceride glucose index with obesity indicators and hypertension in American adults based on NHANES 2013 to 2018 by Pingping Huang, Hongwei Zhang, Gaocan Ren, Yifei Wang, Shuangqing Fu, Yicheng Liu, Zhibo Zhang, Lijun Guo, Xiaochang Ma

“…These findings suggested that TyG and related indices are associated with hypertension and may aid in understanding risk stratification in this context.…”
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Intelligent imaging technology applications in multidisciplinary hospitals by Ke Fan, Lei Yang, Fei Ren, Xueyuan Zhang, Bo Liu, Ze Zhao, Jianwen Gu, Yuanyuan Ji

“…Consequently, it significantly aids in the detection and diagnosis of clinical diseases. …”
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Ascorbic acid-immobilized zinc selenide for electrochemical monitoring of hydrogen peroxide in liver cancer samples by Shan E Zahra Jawad, Sibtain Ahmed, Dilshad Hussain, Javerya Najeeb, Ayub Alam, Muhammad Najam-ul-Haq, Batool Fatima

“…Ascorbic acid (AsA), an antioxidant for H2O2 redox behavior, is immobilized on Zn-Se NPs to aid H2O2 detection through cyclic voltammetry (CV). …”
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Self-assembled Human Serum Protein-based Core-shell Nanoparticles to inhibit key oncogenic signalling in Drug-Resistant Leukemia by Archana Payickattu Retnakumary, Lekshmi G Kumar, Neeraj Sidharthan, Pavithran Keechilat, Giridharan L. Malarvizhi, Prasanna L Hanumanthu, Madhavan V Thampi, Deepthy Menon, Krishnakumar Menon, Shantikumar V Nair, Manzoor Koyakutty

“…We hypothesized that these dual-drug-loaded CS-NPs would effectively target both BCR-ABL and STAT5 pathways, with the transferrin nanoshell aiding in precise delivery to refractory CML cells overexpressing TfR1 due to STAT5 activity. …”
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<i>Tribulus terrestris</i> Fruit Extract: Bioactive Compounds, ADMET Analysis, and Molecular Docking with Penicillin-Binding Protein 2a Transpeptidase of Methicillin-Resistant <i>S... by Khalid J. Alzahrani

“…Further characterization of compounds extracted from <i>Tribulus terrestris</i> may aid in identifying novel PBP2a inhibitory agents for managing MRSE infections.…”
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Exploring Caregivers’ Perceptions on the Impact of Nyaope and Alcohol Use on Tuberculosis Treatment Adherence in Limpopo Province, South Africa: A Qualitative Investigation by Hulisani Matakanye, Takalani Grace Tshitangano

“…This approach not only aids in the comprehensive care of TB patients but also addresses underlying issues that could potentially hinder their treatment adherence and overall recovery.…”
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A predictive nomogram-based model for lower extremity compartment syndrome after trauma in the United States: a retrospective case-control study by Blake Callahan, Darwin Ang, Huazhi Liu

“…Our nomogram-based risk calculator is a tool that will aid in screening for high-risk patients for ACS and help in clinical decision-making.…”
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Normative Parameters of Gastrocnemius Muscle Stiffness and Associations with Patient Characteristics and Function by Larisa R Hoffman, Shane L Koppenhaver, Cameron W MacDonald, Johnny M Herrera, Joshua Streuli, Zachary L Visco, Nicole Wildermuth, Stephanie R Albin

“…# Background Quantifying muscle stiffness may aid in the diagnosis and management of individuals with muscle pathology. …”
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