Development and validation of a decision tree model for prediction of insomnia risk among ischemic stroke convalescence patients by Xuefeng Sun, Zilin Wang, Yuqing Song, Deyu Cong, Shu Sun, Xinye Zhang, Ye Zhang, Hongshi Zhang

“…Anxiety and social support emerged as the most influential predictors, with fatigue, depression, BMI, and stroke severity collectively offering a comprehensive outlook for anticipating post-stroke insomnia. These results have implications for informing future strategies in managing insomnia. …”
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Harnessing probiotics and bacteriophages to fight Salmonella and limit the use of antibiotics in broilers: a study in commercial conditions by Irene Soffritti, Maria D’Accolti, Francesca Bini, Eleonora Mazziga, Antonella Volta, Matteo Bisi, Sante Mazzacane, Alessandra De Cesare, Valentina Indio, Gerardo Manfreda, Elisabetta Caselli

“…However, a comprehensive evaluation of the impact of probiotics and phages on commercial poultry farms is still lacking. To this aim, a pre-post study was conducted in a poultry farm experiencing recurrent Salmonella outbreaks, to assess the anti-Salmonella effectiveness of a combined probiotic-phage approach. …”
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Recovery of early postoperative muscle strength after deep neuromuscular block by means of ultrasonography with comparison of neostigmine versus sugammadex as reversal drugs: study... by Ying Xiao, Xuan Wang, Yingyuan Li, Chanyan Huang, Wei Xiong, Qin Zhou, Lijun Niu

“…We will assess geniohyoid muscle, parasternal intercostal muscle, diaphragm, abdominal wall muscle and handgrip strength at four time points: before anaesthesia, TOFr=0.9, cTOFr=0.9 and 30 min after admission to the post anaesthesia care unit. Our primary objective will be to compare the effects of neostigmine and sugammadex on the recovery of muscle strength of different muscle groups in the early postoperative period when TOFr=0.9 and cTOFr=0.9. …”
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Protein composition analysis of human plasma-derived and recombinant human serum albumin preparations based on 4D label-free proteomics by Li Ma, Peng Jiang, Zongkui Wang, Qing Liu, Jun Xu, Lu Cheng, Pan Sun, Xi Du, Changqing Li

“…Previous studies have documented extensively the disparities in post-translation modifications, redox states and antioxidant capacities among HSA preparations from different manufacturers. …”
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Insights from a decade of using the Motus network to track boreal bird species from Observatoire d’oiseaux de Tadoussac, Québec to temperate and tropical wintering grounds by Jacob Walker, Jean-François Therrien, Camille Bégin-Marchand, Pascal Côté, Alexandre Terrigeol, François Gagnon, Junior A. Tremblay

“…The array of Motus receivers in the region surrounding the tagging site detected many individuals clearly upon departure, allowing for comparisons of post-capture stopover duration and departure strategy. …”
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Microbial shifts in dental plaque of children with severe early childhood caries following comprehensive dental treatment under general anesthesia by Xinyue Wang, Xinyue Wang, Hui Huang, Hui Huang, Qizhao Ma, Qizhao Ma, Jing Zou, Jing Zou

“…Bioinformatics methods were employed to compare the dental plaque microbial diversity and compositions differences before and after comprehensive dental treatment under general anesthesia.ResultsSignificant enhancements in dental plaque microbial diversity were observed post-comprehensive treatment (P < 0.05). At the phylum level, the relative abundance of Actinobacteria significantly decreased after treatment (P < 0.05). …”
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Chronic respiratory failure in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease under home noninvasive ventilation: Real-life study by V. Durão, M. Grafino, P. Pamplona

“…However its effectiveness remains debatable.Aim To describe a follow-up of COPD patients under home NIV.Methods Retrospective descriptive study based on a prospective 3-year database that included COPD patients under home NIV between August 2011 and July 2014.Results Within the 334 patients initially screened, 109 (32.6%) had COPD with a mean ± SD post-bronchodilator FEV1 of 38.6 ± 14.9% predicted; age of 65.6 ± 9.6 years.The mean ± SD duration of ventilation was 63.4 ± 51.1 months. …”
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The influence of salivary pH on the adhesion of Candida albicans to acrylic prosthetic materials obtained using conventional and digital techniques by Hanan Al-Otaibi, Aseel Alomair, Latifa AlSewailem, Rana AlFadhel, Sarah Bin Durayhim, Fatimah Al-Otibi, Raedah Alharbi, Afnan Alfouzan, Sara Al Taweel, Huda Alshehri, Nawaf Labban

“…The obtained data were subjected to statistical analysis using one-way ANOVA and the Tukey HSD post hoc test (α = 0.05). Materials obtained by 3D printing had the highest surface roughness, while those ob-tained conventionally had the highest number of CFU (colony-forming unit). …”
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Confidential Audit of Perinatal Mortality in the Republic of Kazakhstan: A Pilot Study by Aizada Marat, Zaituna Khamidullina, Svetlana Muratbekova, Kulyash Jaxalykova, Bekturgan Karin, Nazerke Samatova, Umit Usmanova, Madina Sharipova, Aknur Kobetayeva, Milan Terzic, Yesbolat Sakko, Gulzhanat Aimagambetova

“…Most deaths occurred on the second day post-delivery. The analysis revealed that 93% of cases fell into categories indicating substandard or potentially inadequate care (categories 2 and 3). …”
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Academician Viktor Sergeyevich Savelyev (1928–2013) (on the 95th anniversary of his birth) by Al. A. Kurygin, V. V. Semenov

“…Savelyev was a major organizer of domestic healthcare, for 34 years he held the post of the chief surgeon of the Ministry of Health of Russia. …”
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Supramaximal interval training using anaerobic speed reserve or sprint interval training in rowers by Yu Tongwu, Zhong Jinghui, Ding Chuanwei, Zhang Zijian, Xu Yuxiong

“…The intervention involved 6 weeks of individualized HIIT, performed three times per week, with pre- and post-tests assessing VO2max, cardiovascular efficiency (Qmax), anaerobic power (MSP, CP), and 2,000-m rowing performance.ResultsAll interventions resulted in significant improvements in VO2max, Qmax, MSP, and 2,000-m rowing time trial performance (p < 0.05). …”
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Surveillance of anthelmintic treatments on ruminant farms to detect resistance in a low-prevalence area by Rosa D’Ambrosio, Loredana Baldi, Stefania Cavallo, Alessandro Nappa, Luigia Di Donato, Roberta Brunetti, Mirella Santaniello, Antonella Pesce, Marialuisa Buonanno, Laura Rinaldi, Antonio Bosco

“…A low efficacy for ALB has been detected in two sheep farms, with FECR value of 86.0% for Farm 1 and 92.4% for Farm 2 with predominant GIN genera of Trichostrongylus and Haemonchus on post-treatment samples. The EHA confirmed AR on both sheep farms with low efficacy in Farm 1 of 87.0% and in Farm 2 of 77.0%. …”
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O tratamento da tuberculose e atenção primária: repercussão da pandemia COVID-19 by Katia Lacerda de Souza, Erika Mayumi Takahashi, Stephanie Ribeiro, Thais Tiemi Yamamoto, Hugo Fernandes, Roxana Isabel Cardozo Gonzales, Paula Hino

“…Para a comparação das médias de alteração das ações de tratamento foi utilizado o post hoc de Bonferroni. Adotou-se p < 0,05 como medida mínima de significância estatística. …”
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SNP-based molecular diagnostic platform: rapid single-step identification of Theileria annulata and its buparvaquone-resistant strains by Jin Che, Yijun Chai, Shuaiyang Zhao, Jinming Wang, Jianxun Luo, Guiquan Guan, Hong Yin, Wei Li

“…Moreover, two-dimensional scatterplot visualization enabled clear genotype discrimination without post-PCR processing. Conclusions The developed dual probe-specific real-time PCR assay enables efficient detection of buparvaquone-resistant genotypes, providing important implications for guiding the treatment of tropical theileriosis and enhancing epidemiological surveillance of emerging resistance in endemic regions. …”
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The Ripple Effect: How Hallux Valgus Deformity Influences Ankle and Knee Joint Kinematics During Gait by Longzhou Hua, Chenglin Wu, Ye Luo, Longxiang Li, Mingwei Liu, Aoqing Huang, Fangfang Li, Zhongmin Shi, Shaobai Wang

“…These findings may inform both conservative management strategies and post-surgical rehabilitation regimens.…”
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From snared to swimming: Some observations on the rescue, treatment, release and monitoring of an injured Sri Lankan leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) by Andrew Marten Kittle, Anjali Chandraraj Watson, Tharaka Prasad, Manoj Akalanka Pinidiya, Arachchi Mudiyanselage Kasun Nilupa Kumarasiri, Madanperuma Arachchillage Priyantha Rohana Kumara, Weerasinha Mudiyanselage Nilantha Kumara Weerasinha, Gajanayaka M. Vidura, Luwisdura Neville Adrick deSilva, Dona Daphney Niranjala deSilva, Kalaichelvan Nizanantha, Hewapthiranage Dhanushka Sayani Hewapathirana

“…Here we report on the rescue and ex situ treatment and recovery of a snared young adult male leopard as well as its post‐recovery release and monitoring. This was the first GPS radio‐collared translocated leopard in Sri Lanka. …”
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Optimizing weed management in chickpea through planting date and fall-applied residual herbicides by Akamjot Brar, Qasim A. Khan, Fabian Menalled, Zach Miller, Clint Beiermann, Kent McVay, Lovreet Shergill

“…In 2022 and 2023, field experiments were conducted at two sites, the Montana State University (MSU) Southern Agricultural Research Center, in Huntley, and the MSU Post Agronomy Farm, in Bozeman, to evaluate broadleaf weed management by integrating planting date and fall-applied,soil-active herbicides to chickpea. …”
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A comparison of three executive function interventions on direct and far transfer in Chilean school children: a cluster-randomized controlled protocol by Nicholas Napolitano, Cristian A. Rojas-Barahona, Jorge Gaete, Ricardo Araya

“…Primary outcomes include the three core EF domains, assessed pre- and post-intervention. Secondary outcomes include literacy and mathematical skills. …”
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Contribution of modern industrial revolutions to securing socio-economic systems during the war against Ukraine by Leonid Melnyk, Laszlo Vasa, Oleksandr Kubatko, Inna Koblianska, Pavlo Hrytsenko

“…AcknowledgmentsThe paper is prepared within the scientific research projects “Digital Transformations to Ensure Civil Protection and post-war Economic Recovery in the Face of Environmental and Social Challenges” (No. 0124U000549) and “Fundamental Grounds for Ukraine’s transition to a digital economy based on the implementation of Industries 3.0; 4.0; 5.0” (No. 0124U000576).…”
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Sudden Cardiac Death Due to Ventricular Arrhythmia in Acute Coronary Occlusion: Potential Roles of the Sinoatrial Nodal Artery and Conus Artery by Justine Bhar-Amato, Aurojit Roy, Benjamin Lambert, Sofia Kassou, Stephen P. Hoole, Sharad Agarwal

“…Short-term mortality was higher in patients with cardiac arrest post-AMI, but beyond 30 days there was no significant difference.…”
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