Latent class analysis and influencing factor study of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among operating room nurses in tertiary hospitals by Xiaogui TANG, Li LI, Yue ZHAO, Ningning HU, Feng FU, Boya LI, Mengru YANG, Yinglan LI

“…ObjectiveTo estimate the prevalence of WMSDs among operating room nurses in tertiary hospitals, explore the characteristics and latent categories of WMSDs, and analyze the influencing factors associated with the occurrence of WMSDs. MethodUsing a randomized cluster sampling method, operating room nurses from nine tertiary hospitals in Urumqi were selected as study participants between December 2023 and January 2024. …”
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Bridging the gap: clinical translation of adipose-derived stem cells - a scoping review of clinical trials by Hankun Su, Hoksan Chau, Qilin Li, Fen Xiao, Yuanyuan Sun, Jingjing Chen, Yayi He, Jinyao Ning, Qin Hu, Yujie Xiao, Caiwen Li, Bixia Huang, Jing Zhao, Yanping Li, Hui Li

“…Key gaps included protocol heterogeneity (e.g., isolation methods, cryopreservation variability), regulatory fragmentation, limited long-term follow-up, and inconsistent clinical outcomes, particularly in neurology. …”
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Comparing exercise modalities during caloric restriction: a systematic review and network meta-analysis on body composition by Yongchao Xie, Yu Gu, Zhen Li, Lei Zhang, Yang Hei

“…In summary, LR + CR, MA + CR and MR + CR are at an advantageous level in improving various indicators.ConclusionCombining moderate-and low-intensity resistance or aerobic exercise with caloric restriction optimizes fat loss while preserving lean body mass, making it a superior strategy for body composition improvement.Systematic review registrationThis study was registered in PROSPERO under the identifier: CRD42024588241.…”
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Hydrogels Powered by Nanoemulsion Technology for the Topical Delivery of <i>Acmella oleracea</i> Extract by Eleonora Spinozzi, Marco Cespi, Marta Ferrati, Riccardo Petrelli, Filippo Maggi, Junbiao Wang, Sunday Segun Alimi, Diego Romano Perinelli, Giulia Bonacucina

“…<b>Results</b>: Only NEs provided a physically stable formulation, while the precipitation of solid hydrophobic components from the extract was observed during ME preparation under all tested conditions despite the use of ethyl oleate as an oily co-solvent. …”
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A comprehensive comparison of third generation epidermal growth factor receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitors in the treatment efficacy and adverse events: A Bayesian meta-analysis by Jinyu Yu, PhD, Hanyu Wu, BS, Lu Yang, MD, Wei Liu, PhD, Baoshan Cao, MD, Baosheng Liang, PhD, Yangchun Gu, MD

“…Background: It is a challenge for clinicians to choose the optimal third generation EGFR-tyrosine kinase inhibitors (EGFR-TKIs) treatment for individual patients. …”
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Impact of Phenological and Lighting Conditions on Early Detection of Grapevine Inflorescences and Bunches Using Deep Learning by Rubén Íñiguez, Carlos Poblete-Echeverría, Ignacio Barrio, Inés Hernández, Salvador Gutiérrez, Eduardo Martínez-Cámara, Javier Tardáguila

“…Traditional yield prediction methods are labor-intensive, subjective, and often restricted to advanced phenological stages. …”
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Cumulative Transcutaneous Spinal Stimulation with Locomotor Training Safely Improves Trunk Control in Children with Spinal Cord Injury: Pilot Study by Liubov Amirova, Anastasia Keller, Goutam Singh, Molly King, Parth Parikh, Nicole Stepp, Beatrice Ugiliweneza, Yury Gerasimenko, Andrea L. Behrman

“…This intervention shows potential synergistic benefits, warranting further research to confirm efficacy and optimize therapeutic protocols.…”
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Neuromuscular Strategies in Novice and Advanced Taekwondo Athletes During Consecutive Roundhouse Kicks by Mauricio Barramuño-Medina, Pablo Aravena-Sagardia, Pablo Valdés-Badilla, Jordan Hernandez-Martinez, Tomás Espinoza-Palavicino, Cristian Sandoval, Germán Gálvez-García

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> These findings suggest that advanced athletes refine motor control through increased co-contraction, improving stability and efficiency, while novices exhibit less optimized coordination patterns. …”
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Physician perspectives in treating obesity: an insight from Pakistan by Fatima Ibrar, Farzana Shafqat, Faisal Ali, Maliha Aziz, Abdur Rehman, Saira Akhlaq, Muslim Atiq

“…Objective: To explore physician barriers in obesity management and compare the perceptions and approaches of gastroenterologists and other medical specialists toward its pathogenesis and treatment, with a specific focus on behavioral and biological factors. Methods: This cross-sectional survey was conducted at gastroenterology and hepatology conferences in Karachi (September 2023) and Islamabad (December 2023), Pakistan. …”
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Seasonal Occurrence and Biodiversity of Insects in an Arid Ecosystem: An Ecological Study of the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve, Saudi Arabia by Abdulrahaman S. Alzahrani, Moutaman Ali Kehail, Sara A. Almannaa, Areej H. Alkhalifa, Abdulaziz M. Alqahtani, Mohammed H. Altalhi, Hussein H. Alkhamis, Abdullah M. Alowaifeer, Abdulwahed Fahad Alrefaei

“…Each living organism thrives best in a habitat that provides optimal conditions for flourishing, reproduction, and distribution within a certain area. …”
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Development of a training programme to improve health literacy and respectful compassionate care competencies among undergraduate student nurses: a quantitative study by Paulo L. Kidayi, Eyeshope J. Dausen, Menti Ndile, Jane Sixsmith, Zuhura M. Mawona, Karin Berntsen, Saturini E. Manangwa, Joya M. Smit, Jane Rogathi, Janine de Zeeuw

“…The undergraduate nursing program, while technically sound is inadequate in these areas. …”
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COVID-19 Vaccine Timing and Co-Administration with Influenza Vaccines in Canada: A Systematic Review with Comparative Insights from G7 Countries by Farah Al hashimi, Sherif Eneye Shuaib, Nicola Luigi Bragazzi, Shengyuan Chen, Jianhong Wu

“…Background/Objectives: Despite significant advancements in vaccine development and distribution, the optimal timing and integration of COVID-19 vaccination in Canada remain crucial to public health. …”
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Mapping the research landscape of PET/CT in lymphoma: insights from a bibliometric analysis by Die Zhang, Jianding Peng, Yingjie Zhu, Qiang Gong, Qing Wang, Chaodong Xiang, Hanjian Du, Xiaofei Hu

“…Original articles and reviews in English on PET/CT in lymphoma staging, response assessment, or prognosis were included, while case reports, meeting abstracts, and editorials were excluded. …”
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Synergistic enhancement of sugar beet root physico-mechanical properties using magnetically treated water and potassium nano-fertilizers for sustainable farming by Naema E. M. Salama, Mahmoud A. Abdelhamid, Muhammad Mayhoub, Alfadhl Y. Alkhaled, Hassan A. A. Sayed, Mahmoud Younis, Salwa Hassan Abdou

“…This approach highlights the potential of MIW and potassium nano-fertilizers to optimize sugar beet cultivation, offering a sustainable strategy to support future agriculture practices while minimizing environmental impact.…”
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Development and validation of a nomogram for predicting immunotherapy outcomes in lung cancer patients using clinical and blood biomarkers by Ting Ouyang, Fei Zhang, Yan Yang, Tianwei Luo, Ao Chen, Ning Han, Jun Qian, Xiaoyuan Chu, Chao Chen, Mi Yang

“…Thus, developing accurate and practical prognostic tools is essential to optimize treatment decision-making. Methods This retrospective study analyzed 436 lung cancer patients treated with ICIs, who were randomly divided into training (70%) and validation (30%) cohorts. …”
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Manufacturing Process Development for <i>Bison bison</i> Organ-Specific Lyophilized Extracts: Formulation and Benchmarking of Antioxidant Activities for Nutraceutical Preparations by Alexandre Porcello, Kim Girardet, Basste Hadjab, Kelly Lourenço, Corinne Scaletta, Philippe Abdel-Sayed, Nathalie Hirt-Burri, Lee Ann Applegate, Alexis E. Laurent

“…The first objective of this study was to develop an optimized and function-oriented manufacturing process for stabilized organ-specific extracts of American buffalo (<i>Bison bison</i>). …”
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Second-line Chemotherapy for Advanced Bladder Cancer: Taxanes Versus Vinflunine by Bilgin Demir, Ali Aytaç, Gökhan Çolak, Onur Yazdan Balçık, Ömer Acar

“…Vinflunine is the only agent approved by the European Medicines Agency for this setting, while taxanes are widely used off-label based on phase 2 data. …”
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Preparation and decolorization of sapindus mukurossi extract and its application in sebum-control shampoos by Kaibo Wan, Ling Ma, Diansong Chen, Zhizhen Li, Christos C. Zouboulis, Kuan Chang, Jing Wang

“…No significant changes in the skin moisture content and transepidermal water loss (TEWL) are observed within four weeks after using the product, while the scalp sebum level is significantly reduced. …”
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Anticoagulation Therapy for Atrial Fibrillation After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: National Database Insights by Koki Takegawa, Koshiro Kanaoka, Yoshitaka Iwanaga, Tetsuo Sasano, Yuichi Nishioka, Tomoya Myojin, Tatsuya Noda, Tomoaki Imamura, Yoshihiro Miyamoto

“…Background Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is increasingly used in patients with aortic stenosis; however, the optimal postoperative anticoagulation therapy for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) remains controversial. …”
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Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of ABO non-identical apheresis platelets with reduced plasma transfusion by DIAO Ronghua, RUAN Qianying, BAI Lu, ZHANG Hong, WANG Zerong, FU Lei, WANG Shichun

“…[Objective] To evaluate the safety and efficacy of ABO non-identical platelets with reduced plasma (ABO-NPRP) transfusion in patients with hematological diseases. [Methods] A retrospective analysis was conducted on 52 therapeutic doses of apheresis platelets with reduced plasma prepared at Chongqing Blood Center of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. …”
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