Plasma Diaphanous Related Formin 1 Levels Are Associated with Altered Glucose Metabolism and Insulin Resistance in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Case Control Study by Xing Li, Mingyu Liao, Jiaqing Shao, Weixin Li, Liu Shi, Dong Wang, Juan Ni, Qiuyue Shen, Fan Yang, Guiliang Peng, Ling Zhou, Yuling Zhang, Zheng Sun, Hongting Zheng, Min Long

“…All of the participants were divided into normal-weight (NW) and overweight/obese (OW) subgroups. Statistical analyses were performed with R studio. Results. …”
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Spatiotemporal Variations of PM2.5 and O3 Relationship during 2014–2021 in Eastern China by Yasong Li, Tijian Wang, Qin’geng Wang, Yawei Qu, Hao Wu, Min Xie, Mengmeng Li, Shu Li, Bingliang Zhuang

“…We quantified the spatiotemporal variations of them in the Yangtze River Delta (YRD) utilizing long-term integrated data during 2014–2021 and examined the evolution of their relationship at different time scales through statistical analysis. Based on our investigations, it was found that the yearly average level of PM2.5 presented a consistent diminish, falling from 55.8 µg m−3 (2014) to 31.9 µg m−3 (2021), while O3 increased by 7.2% during 2014–2017 but decreased by 1.9% in 2018–2021. …”
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Comparing physiological and psychological effects of virtual reality vs. traditional high-intensity interval training in healthy individuals: results from a preliminary pilot rando... by Jonathan Robinson, Mohammad Haziq Bin Abdul Razak

“…Physiological outcomes, including heart rate parameters (measured using a Polar HR monitor) and rating of perceived exertion (RPE, assessed using the Borg scale), as well as psychological outcomes of the flow experience (measured using the Flow State Scale questionnaire) were assessed. Results Statistical analysis showed no significant difference in heart rate parameters between the VR and non-VR groups, indicating that both interventions achieved comparable exercise intensity and meeting the recommended levels for health benefits. …”
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The effect of post-exercise heat exposure (passive heat acclimation) on endurance exercise performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Thomas P. J. Solomon, Matthew J. Laye

“…However, the certainty in the effect estimates was graded as low to very low across all outcomes due to small sample sizes, high risk of bias, risk of publication bias, imprecision in the effect estimates, and low statistical power. Conclusions The use of post-exercise heat exposure for improving exercise performance is uncertain. …”
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The Effect of Innovative Technology Benefits and E-Commerce Using Motivations on Customer Experience and Customer Information by Zahra Bigdelou, Alireza Rousta, Farzad Asayesh

“…Purpose: This study aims to determine the effect of technology benefits and motivations for using e-commerce on customer experience and consumer information with the mediating role of pleasure and timely use.Methodology: The present study is applied research regarding the purpose and a descriptive survey regarding the implementation method. The statistical population of the study was all customers of Digi Kala Co. …”
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The Effect of Visual Feedback on Knee Pain and Function in Women Aged 45–75 Following Total Knee Arthroplasty by Sandra Baltramonaitytė, Anelė Katinė

“…Balance and gait indicators, according to the Tinetti scale, improved statistically significantly in the control group by 27.6 percent, and in the study group by 45.1 percent. …”
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In Vitro Antagonistic Effect of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Fermented Beverage and Finfish on Pathogenic and Foodborne Pathogenic Microorganism in Ethiopia by Fitsum Dejene, Belayneh Regasa Dadi, Dagimawie Tadesse

“…Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and Tukey post hoc analysis was performed by SPSS 25 statistical software. Result. A total of 40 lactic acid bacteria were isolated; among them, 4 lactic acid bacteria, belonging to the genera Enterococcus, Leuconostoc, and Weisellia from fermented beverage and Pediococcus from fish, were screened for antimicrobial activity. …”
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Factors influencing minimum acceptable diet (MAD) intake among children aged 6–23 months in remote mid-Himalayan region of Sudurpaschim, Nepal by Basant Kumar Dhami, Dhirendra Nath, Rajendra Lamichhane

“…Adjusted odds ratios (aOR) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated and a p-value < 0.05 was used to determine whether a variable was statistically significant. Results The children were, on average, 16 months old, and over half (55.4%) were male. …”
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Associations of the triglyceride-glucose index and remnant cholesterol levels with the prevalence of Carotid Plaque in patients with type 2 diabetes: a retrospective study by Xin Xu, Tianrong Pan, Xing Zhong, Yijun Du, Deyuan Zhang

“…A multivariate logistic regression study indicated that, after adjusting statistically significant variables screened in LASSO regression, TyG index [OR (95% CI): 1.810 (1.077, 3.113)] and RC [OR (95% CI): 1.988 (1.034, 3.950)] remained the risk factors for carotid plaque presence. …”
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Burden and Determinant of Inadequate Dietary Diversity among Pregnant Women in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Hagos Degefa Hidru, Meresa Berwo Mengesha, Yared Hailesilassie, Fissaha Tekulu Welay

“…Random-effects model meta-analysis was used to estimate the pooled burden of inadequate dietary diversity and its determinants at a 95% confidence interval with its respective odds ratio (OR) using statistical R-software version 3.6.1. Moreover, quality appraisal of the included studies, publication bias, and level of heterogeneity were checked with subgroup analysis and sensitivity influential test. …”
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Experimental study of polishing systems on surface roughness and color stability of novel bulk-fill composite resins by Seda Nur Karakaş, Sevde Gül Batmaz, Volkan Çiftçi, Cihan Küden

“…The initial color parameters and those measured after 7 days were recorded to evaluate color change. Statistical analysis was performed using two-way ANOVA, followed by Tukey’s post-hoc tests (α = 0.05). …”
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Intestinal Parasitic Infections, Treatment and Associated Factors among Pregnant Women in Sao Tome and Principe: A Cross-Sectional Study by Alexandra Vasconcelos, Swasilanne Sousa, Nelson Bandeira, Marta Alves, Ana Luísa Papoila, Filomena Pereira, Maria Céu Machado

“…A p value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results. A total of 361 participants (210 IPI and 151 no-IPI) with a mean age of 26.96 (SD: 7.00) were included. …”
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A study on serum potassium and serum magnesium levels in acute myocardial infarction with special emphasis on rhythm disturbance by K.I.S.N. VAISHNAVI, Vignesh C., Mariraj I., N. Krishna Geetha, Gowri Shankar A.

“…Notably, arrhythmic changes in ECG were present in 62% of patients, with sinus tachycardia being the most prevalent (17%). However, statistical analysis revealed no significant correlation between serum magnesium, serum potassium, and rhythm changes (p >0.05). …”
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Effect of Artemisia annua on anticoccidial action, intestinal microbiota and metabolites of Hu lambs by Shuaiqi Liu, Shiheng Li, Shuqi Cheng, Manyu Liu, Jing Li, Senyang Li, Xiaoying Li, Longxian Zhang, Fuchun Jian

“…Unclassified_Muribaculaceae exhibited a significant positive correlation with ADG (P < 0.05) and a negative correlation with OPG, although the latter was not statistically significant (P > 0.05). Alistipes displayed a significant negative correlation with ADG (P < 0.05), and a positive correlation with OPG (P > 0.05). …”
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Determinants of Virologic Failure among Adult HIV Patients on First-Line Antiretroviral Therapy at Waghimra Zone, Northern Ethiopia: A Case-Control Study by Abrham Emagnu, Zenahebezu Abay, Abera Balcha Bulti, Yaregal Animut

“…A multivariate logistic regression analysis was carried out to identify factors associated with virological failure, and variables with a P value <0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results. This study revealed that poor adherence to ART (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 4.24, 95% confidence interval (CI): 2.17, 8.31), taking ART for longer than five years (AOR = 3.11, 95% CI: 1.17, 8.25), having drug toxicity (AOR = 3.34, 95% CI: 1.54, 7.23), age of PLHIV ≥ 35 years (AOR = 2.45, 95% CI: 1.29,4.64), and recent CD4 count <200 cells/mm³ (AOR = 3.06, 95% CI: 1.52, 6.13) were factors associated with virologic failure. …”
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Describing randomization in trials included in systematic reviews in orthopaedic surgery by Matthew Tang, Kimberley K. Lun, Adriane M. Lewin, Ian A. Harris

“…Publication year, an author with statistical or epidemiological qualifications, and journal impact factor were each associated with adequate randomization. …”
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Aortic lumen repair with glue-felt technique before proximal anastomosis in acute type a aortic dissection surgery by Muhammed Varol, Berk Arapi, Çiğdem Tel Üstünışık, Deniz Göksedef, Suat Nail Ömeroğlu, Gökhan İpek, Ozan Onur Balkanay

“…The effects of these two techniques on the development of intraoperative and postoperative complications and survival rates were statistically analyzed. Results The Glue + Felt technique was used for 76 patients, while the Bentall-De Bono technique was used for 32 patients. …”
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Comparison of the Efficacy and Tolerability of Dienogest and Dienogest Plus Ethinylestradiol on Endometriosis Related-Pain by Tolga Karacan, Huseyin Kiyak, Eser Ozyurek, Mevlide San, Engin Oral

“…At the 6-month follow-up, a 28% decrease in the pain scores related to deep dyspareunia in the dienogest group was statistically significant. Although the dienogest plus ethinylestradiol group also decreased by 20%, the difference was not significant. …”
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Frailty and Sarcopenia Assessment in Patients with Advanced Chronic Liver Disease in a Tertiary Center in Romania by Petruta Violeta Filip, Denisa Cuciureanu, Corina Silvia Pop, Andreea Nicoleta Marinescu, Florentina Furtunescu, Laura Sorina Diaconu

“…Biomarkers like albumin, sodium, C-reactive protein, bilirubin, and platelets were statistically significant as mortality predictors in all four groups. …”
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Sex-Specific Analysis of the Relationship Between Ventricular Premature Contractions Frequency Distribution and Heart Rate: A Cross-Sectional Study in Chinese Adults by Li Z, Fang Y, Wu J, Ma W

“…Despite these observed differences, a chi-square test did not reveal statistically significant differences in the distribution of VPC profiles between sexes (P=0.167). …”
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