Regular versus as-needed treatments for mild asthma in children, adolescents, and adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Prapaporn Pornsuriyasak, Sunatee Sa-nguansai, Kunlawat Thadanipon, Pawin Numthavaj, Gareth J. McKay, John Attia, Ammarin Thakkinstian

“…The risk of bias was assessed using the Revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB2). This review followed the PRISMA reporting guideline and the PRISMA checklist is presented in Additional file 2. …”
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The association between stress-induced hyperglycemia ratio and cardiovascular events as well as all-cause mortality in patients with chronic kidney disease and diabetic nephropathy by Boning Cao, Zhendong Guo, Dan-Ting Li, Le-Ying Zhao, Zhen Wang, Ya-Bin Gao, Yao-Xian Wang

“…This study seeks to investigate the clinical value of SHR as a predictive tool for all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in these patient groups. …”
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Bilateral Ground Reaction Force Prediction Using Deep Learning Models and Custom Force Plate by Ying Heng Yeo, Muhammad Fauzinizam Razali, Zaidi Mohd Ripin, Nur-Akasyah J., Mohamad Ikhwan Zaini Ridzwan, Alexander Wai Teng Tan, Jia Yi Tay

“…The results demonstrated the potential of TFU and custom force plate as a GRF measurement tool to perform bio-mechanical analysis. ABSTRAK: Beberapa plat daya kos rendah telah dicadangkan sebagai alternatif kepada plat daya berkualiti makmal. …”
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Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Training in Improving Outcomes for Dialysis Patients: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Xin Kang, Yiping Zhang, Chaonan Sun, Jiaxin Zhang, Zhe Che, Jinhui Zang, Rongzhi Zhang

“…Further studies with larger sample sizes and more refined experimental designs are recommended to validate these results and support VR as a complementary tool in the holistic care of dialysis patients.…”
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Perancangan dan Implementasi Game Edukasi Kesehatan Gigi “Tooth and Fairy” berbasis Android Menggunakan Unity Engine by Sussi Sussi, Sri Astuti, Nurwulan Fitriyanti, Nyoman Bogi Aditya Karna, Nizar Rizky Awany, Muhammad Fajar Firdiansyah, Rafli Noveri Alfariji, Dhea Dearly Herman, Muhammad Risqi Risfianda, Muh Nurkhaliz

“…The game "Tooth and Fairy" tells the adventure of a tooth to collect scores by avoiding and fighting tooth decaying food using a tooth cleaning tool. The game consists of three levels where each level has increasing enemies and challenges. …”
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Quality Assessment of Systematic Review of the Bariatric Surgery for Diabetes Mellitus by Xinye Jin, Jinjing Wang, Xueqiong Li, Ping An, Haibin Wang, Wenfeng Mao, Qi Zhou, Yaolong Chen, Jie Wang, Kang Chen, Yiming Mu

“…Objective. Using the AMSTAR tool, this study evaluated the quality of systematic reviews (SRs) that assessed the efficacy of bariatric surgery in diabetic patients. …”
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Anemia, Hyperglycemia, and Reduced Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction Improve the GRACE Score’s Predictability for In-hospital Mortality in Acute Coronary Syndrome; Single-Ce... by Turu' Allo IJ, Pramudyo M, Akbar MR

“…The modified GRACE score offers a more robust risk stratification tool for clinical practice and decision-making.Plain Language Summary: Predicting in-hospital mortality risk in acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is crucial for clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. …”
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Assessment of maternal healthcare services among the women of reproductive age in the rural municipality of Nepal: a cross-sectional study by Mukesh Adhikari, Manish Rajbanshi, Anita Karki, Richa Aryal, Bishnu Prasad Choulagai

“…This study assesses the utilisation and factors associated with maternal healthcare services among reproductive-aged women in the Shubhakalika Rural municipality of Nepal.Methods A cross-sectional study using proportionate simple random sampling was performed to select 180 participants. A Nepali-translated tool based on Andersen’s Behaviour Model of healthcare service utilisation was used to collect the data. …”
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Disproportionate Distribution of HBV Genotypes A and D and the Recombinant Genotype D/E in the High and Low HBV Endemic Regions of Uganda: A Wake-Up Call for Regional Specific HBV... by Hussein Mukasa Kafeero, Dorothy Ndagire, Ponsiano Ocama, Charles Drago Kato, Eddie Wampande, Henry Kajumbula, David Kateete, Abdul Walusansa, Ali Kudamba, Kigozi Edgar, Fred Ashaba Katabazi, Maria Magdalene Namaganda, Jamilu E. Ssenku, Hakim Sendagire

“…The NCBI HBV genotyping tool (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/projects/genotyping/formpage.cgi) was used for determination of genotype for each HBV sequence. …”
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Evaluating the Benefit of Home Support Provider Services for Positive Airway Pressure Therapy in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Protocol for an Ambispective International R... by Sarah Alami, Manuella Schaller, Sylvie Blais, Henry Taupin, Marta Hernández González, Frédéric Gagnadoux, Paula Pinto, Irene Cano-Pumarega, Lieven Bedert, Ben Braithwaite, Hervé Servy, Stéphane Ouary, Céline Fabre, Fabienne Bazin, Joëlle Texereau

“…Prospective data collected using an electronic patient-reported outcome tool include health status, OSA-related factors, patient-reported outcomes including quality of life and symptoms, OSA and PAP literacy, patient-reported experience, and satisfaction with PAP therapy and service. …”
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Usability of volatile organic compounds from exhaled breath compared with those from ruminal fluid, serum, urine, and milk to identify diet-specific metabolite profiles in lactatin... by J. Eichinger, A.-M. Reiche, A. Münger, L. Eggerschwiler, G. Pimentel, P. Fuchsmann, K. Huber, F. Dohme-Meier

“…Exhaled breath may be a promising, sensitive, and less invasive tool to follow diet- and time-related metabolic changes.…”
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Diagnostic Accuracy of Non-Invasive Diagnostic Tests for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis by Sun Y, Hu D, Yu M, Liang SB, Zheng Y, Wang X, Tong G

“…The methodological quality of included studies was assessed using the QUADAS-2 tool.Results: Out of 15,877 studies, 180 were included in the quantitative synthesis, and 102 were used in head-to-head meta-analyses. …”
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Analisis dan Perancangan Aplikasi Chatbot Menggunakan Framework Rasa dan Sistem Informasi Pemeliharaan Aplikasi (Studi Kasus: Chatbot Penerimaan Mahasiswa Baru Politeknik Astra) by Laksmi Anindyati

“…The results of the literature study, the RASA Framework were chosen as a tool to develop chatbots. RASA Framework performs well with the Rasa NLU and Rasa Core. …”
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Meta-Analysis of Acupuncture on Physical and Activity Participation Related Functions of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders by CHEN Qiang, KAN Mengfan, JIANG Xiaoyu, LIU Huifen, SUN Wenyu, BI Hongyan

“…Two researchers independently conducted literature screening, data extraction and quality assessment, and the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool was used for quality assessment. Review Manager 5.4 software was used for meta-analysis, continuous variables were expressed with a 95% confidence interval (95% <italic>CI</italic>). …”
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Performance evaluation of inset feed microstrip patch antenna parameters with different substrate materials for 5G wireless applications by Kebbekoppalu Shrinivasa Praveena, M Patil Chandrashekar

“…The study optimized the MSPA design for each material and thickness, followed by detailed simulations using the Advanced System Design (ADS) tool. The approach included parametric analysis and systematic comparisons across the chosen substrate materials, quantifying their performance using specified metrics. …”
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Comparing the efficacy of 3D-printing-assisted surgery with traditional surgical treatment of fracture: an umbrella review by Lin Xiao, Peiyuan Tang, Shengwu Yang, Jingyue Su, Wenbo Ma, Han Tan, Ying Zhu, Wenfeng Xiao, Ting Wen, Yusheng Li, Shuguang Liu, Zhenhan Deng

“…The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) standards were adhered to in this review. The Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews (AMSTAR) 2 was used to rate the quality and reliability of the meta-analyses (MAs), and Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) was used to grade the outcomes. …”
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30 Years of Research in Brand Personality: Mapping Knowledge and Analyzing the Thematic Structure by a Scientometrics Approach by Mohammad Rahim Esfidani, Mohsen Nazari, Shahriar Gharibzadeh, Nakisa Rezaie

“…Additionally, a scientometric analysis was conducted, including co-occurrence analysis, co-citation analysis, and thematic analysis of the brand personality field using VOSviewer © software and the Bibliometrix R tool. Using scientometric analysis of keywords, clusters of frequently used keywords were created as thematic areas. …”
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Development of a real-time duplex PCR assay for simultaneously diagnosis of KHV and CEV in common carp and koi by Khumaira Puspasari, Adityawati Fajar Rini, Noviana Dewi, Ratih Ismayasari

“…Due to the severe impact of both viruses, a robust diagnostic tool was required, capable of detecting and distinguishing both infections with high accuracy and precision. …”
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Surgeon Preference and Clinical Outcome of 3D Vision Compared to 2D Vision in Laparoscopic Surgery: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials by Rawin Amiri, BSc, Maurice J. W. Zwart, PhD, Leia R. Jones, BSc, Mohammad Abu Hilal, PhD, FRCS, Harrie P. Beerlage, PhD, FEBU, Mark I. van Berge Henegouwen, PhD, Wytze W. Lameris, PhD, Willem A. Bemelman, PhD, Marc G. Besselink, MD, MSc, PhD

“…The level of evidence and quality was assessed according to the Cochrane risk of bias tool. Results:. Overall, 25 RCTs with 3003 patients were included. …”
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Clinical evaluation of a multiplex droplet digital PCR for diagnosing suspected bloodstream infections: a prospective study by Yaqin Peng, Ruijie Xie, Yifeng Luo, Yifeng Luo, Yifeng Luo, Penghao Guo, Zhongwen Wu, Yili Chen, Pingjuan Liu, Jiankai Deng, Bin Huang, Kang Liao

“…BackgroundThough droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) has emerged as a promising tool for early pathogen detection in bloodstream infections (BSIs), more studies are needed to support its clinical application widely due to different ddPCR platforms with discrepant diagnostic performance. …”
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