From Disruption to Reconstruction: Implementing Peer Support in Homelessness During Times of Crisis for Health and Social Care Services by Mathieu Isabel, Daniel Turgeon, Émilie Lessard, Andreea-Cătălina Panaite, Gwenvaël Ballu, Odile-Anne Desroches, Ghislaine Rouly, Antoine Boivin

“…This article presents a narrative case study analysis of the specific data on implementation derived from this project. …”
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From Polydeoxyribonucleotides (PDRNs) to Polynucleotides (PNs): Bridging the Gap Between Scientific Definitions, Molecular Insights, and Clinical Applications of Multifunctional Bi... by Cíntia Marques, Alexandre Porcello, Marco Cerrano, Farid Hadjab, Michèle Chemali, Kelly Lourenço, Basste Hadjab, Wassim Raffoul, Lee Ann Applegate, Alexis E. Laurent

“…To specifically address this PDRN/PN ambiguity, this narrative review proposes a standardized structure-based nomenclature for these DNA-derived polymers, the “Marques Polynucleotide Cutoff”, set at 1500 kDa. …”
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Role of artificial intelligence in imaging and endoscopy for the diagnosis, monitoring and prognostication of inflammatory bowel disease: a scoping review protocol by Mallory Chavannes, Bram Verstockt, Mariangela Allocca, David T Rubin, Kerri Novak, Lynn Kysh, Noa Krugliak Cleveland, Michael Todd Dolinger, Tom S Robbins, Shintaro Sagami

“…The results will have an accompanying narrative review.Ethics and dissemination Considering the nature of the project, ethical review by an institutional review board is not required. …”
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Towards Personalized Radiotherapy in Pelvic Cancer: Patient-Related Risk Factors for Late Radiation Toxicity by Anna C. Nuijens, Arlene L. Oei, Nicolaas A. P. Franken, Coen R. N. Rasch, Lukas J. A. Stalpers

“…Various dosimetric parameters have been shown to influence the incidence of late toxicity, and the literature available on this topic is extensive. This narrative review examines patient-related determinants of late toxicity following external beam radiotherapy for pelvic tumors, with a focus on prostate and cervical cancer patients. …”
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Using maternal sepsis patient journeys to map and prioritise barriers to quality maternal healthcare in Malawi: a multidisciplinary stakeholder consultation workshop by Yamikani Chimwaza, Dalisto Ndaferankhande, Leonard Mndala, Chifundo Ndamala, Emily Lifa, Mercy Machilika, Esther Mwagomba, Bernard Dossie, Meliya Kwelepeta, Bertha Maseko, David Lissauer, Maria Lisa Odland

“…Methods In February 2024, in Blantyre, Malawi, using a modified nominal group technique, 28 stakeholders reviewed the patient journeys of three women hospitalised at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital, who had sepsis after childbirth. Patient journeys narrate events experienced within a healthcare system in the patient’s words. …”
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A Review on Complications and Management of Aluminium Phosphide (Rice Pill) and Zinc Phosphide Poisoning by Khadijeh Saravani, Anahita Alizadeh Ghamsari, Bita Dadpour, Alireza Ghassemi Toussi, Seyed Reza Mousavi, Farah Pouramiri

“…Materials and Methods: This study was a narrative review conducted in 2023. Search keywords aluminium  phosphide, zinc phosphide, intravenous L-carnitine, and poisoning in Persian and English languages in databases including Magiran, PubMed, Wiley, Science Direct, web of Sciences, SID, Scopus, and Google Scholar were done from 1970 to 2022. …”
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Omega-3 long chain fatty acids and their metabolites in pregnancy outcomes for the modulation of maternal inflammatory- associated causes of preterm delivery, chorioamnionitis and... by Jose Miguel Rizo, Theresa Steeb, Johanna Eiblwieser, Pedro Antonio Regidor

“…Several published guidelines, studies and recommendations have highlighted the importance of supplementation of omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) during pregnancy. This narrative review aims at giving an overview on the modern perception of inflammatory processes and the role of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) in their resolution, especially in obstetrics. …”
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Economic evaluation of proton pump inhibitors in patients with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: a systematic review by Aziz Rezapour, Sajad Moeini, Somayeh Afshari, Aghdas Souresrafil, Mohammad Barzegar, Seidamir Pasha Tabaeian

“…Only articles published in English were eligible for inclusion.Eligibility criteria Studies were included if they were full economic evaluations comparing PPIs with surgical or alternative therapies for GORD. Excluded were narrative reviews, non-peer-reviewed articles, and studies not reporting cost-effectiveness outcomes.Data extraction and synthesis Two reviewers independently extracted data on study design, comparators, time horizon, and cost-effectiveness outcomes. …”
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“Restoration of the Past Scenery-Realm”: A Research on the Scenery-Realm Restoration of Jiang’s Fu Garden During Qing Dynasty in the Historical Revolution of the Humble Administrat... by Qian BIAN

“…The Jiang’s Fu Garden play a prominent role in the historical narratives of the Humble Administrator’s Garden during Qing Dynasty. …”
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Çin Siyasi Düşüncesi ve Siyasi Tarihi Bağlamında Çinli Siyasi Elitler by Tuğrul Keskin

“…Readers unfamiliar with Chinese history might struggle with the narrative, especially when it delves into specific figures and events without much background. …”
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Analysis of Verena Klemm's Portrayal of the Personality of Hazrat Fatima (PBUH) by Shahla Bakhtiari, Mahdieh Poursaleh Kachomesghali

“…Not paying attention to the religious insight of the text not referring to the advanced and authentic sources of Twelve Imami Shiites and relying on books that have weak and fictional narrations, like Manaqib Al Abi-Talib, are other reasons for Klemm's analysis. …”
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Case Reports: The core of practice-based evidence by Antonio Villa

“…The narrative should also include a discussion of the rationale for any conclusions and any take-away messages. …”
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Social Confrontation with Menstruation: A Feminist Ethnography of Menstrual Experience among Female Instagram Users by Rana Mohammad Taghinejad Esfahani, Majid Movahed, Halimeh Enayat, Aliyar Ahmadi

“…Through sharing their experiences, women were transforming the narrative around menstruation, breaking the stigma, and paving the way for a more informed, open, and compassionate society where women could discuss their issues freely, without fear or shame.…”
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Exploring the influence of pregnancy on cognitive function in women: a systematic review by Jana Younis, Malak Bleibel, Jad El Masri, Ali Ismail, Linda Abou‑Abbas

“…Due to the diverse outcomes in identified studies, a meta-analysis was not feasible, and therefore, a narrative synthesis was conducted to summarize findings. …”
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Why heads matter in palaeoanthropology: The impacts and consequences of collecting skulls by Lauren Schroeder, Paige Madison, Rebecca R. Ackermann

“…We also explore how the ownership of skulls and ownership of narrative in the discipline have been intertwined throughout its history. …”
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Surgical Treatment Intensity at the End of Life in Patients With Cancer: A Systematic Review by Samuel Lawday, BMBS, MByRes, Benjamin E. Zucker, MA, MBBS, MRCS, Shona Gardner, MBChB, MRCS, James Robb, MBChB, MA, Lorna Leandro, MA, BM, BCh, William Hollingworth, PhD, Jane Blazeby, MBChB, MD, Angus G.K. McNair, PhD, FRCS, Charlotte Chamberlain, PhD, MRCP

“…A risk of bias tool assessed quality and a narrative synthesis of findings was completed. Results:. …”
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Developing a translational research framework for MDD: combining biomolecular mechanisms with a spiraling risk factor model by Max van Baalen, Lars van der Velden, Toon van der Gronde, Toon van der Gronde, Toine Pieters

“…This manuscript aims to: 1) investigate the underlying biomolecular mechanisms of MDD using a modeling approach, and 2) integrate this knowledge into a comprehensive ‘spiraling risk factor model’ to develop a biopsychosocial translational research framework for the prevention and treatment of MDD.MethodsFor the first aim, a systematic review (PROSPERO registration) was conducted using PubMed, Embase, and Scopus to query literature published between 2016–2020, with select additional sources. A narrative review was performed for the second aim.ResultsIn addition to genetics and neurobiology, research consistently indicates that hyperactivation of the HPA axis and a pro-inflammatory state are interrelated components of the MGBA and likely underlying mechanisms of MDD. …”
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Tax Incentives and Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria by Iyen Don-Pedro Izevbigie

“…It is therefore recommended that the Nigerian Government should as a matter of urgency give policy direction targeted are granting tax incentives to entrepreneurs in its fiscal policy implementations to be able to attract more persons into the entrepreneurship and allied activities, as this will go a long way in changing the current narrative of mass unemployment in Nigeria. …”
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Future perspectives for PDE5 inhibitors bridging the gap between cardiovascular health and psychological status by Andrea Sansone, Eugenia Guida, Susanna Dolci, Valeria Frangione, Amanda Asso, Gilberto Bellia, Emmanuele A. Jannini

“…Some patients might desire to fulfill the unmet need for privacy linked to the stigma of being treated for ED or might be enticed by the idea of buying drugs online, either because of shame or cheaper prices, without knowing the risks associated with counterfeit drugs. The aim of this narrative revision of the current literature is to demonstrate that (i) the orodispersible film of sildenafil is safe from a CV perspective; (ii) it is a discreet formulation that respects the need for privacy; and (iii) it is virtually the unique PDE5i formulation too expensive to produce outside the correct channels, making it impossible to be counterfeit.…”
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Integration of Multi-Source Archival Data for 3D Reconstruction of Non-Existent Historical Buildings by Beata Calka, Paulina Jaczewska, Justyna Slowik

“…By leveraging cartographic heritage with digital advancements, a unique perspective on Warsaw’s narrative can be gained, enriching the understanding of its past for both residents and professionals such as historians, archivists, and cartographers.…”
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