Innovative Cardiac Rehabilitation: Effects of Adaptive Postural Balance Exercise on Coronary Artery Disease and Type 2 Diabetes by Qin D, Liu G, Zhang J, Lin S, Liu X, Zhao J, Zhang Q, Ma M, Wang S

“…Specifically, we compared the efficacy of APBCRE with aerobic exercise (AE) alone and irregular exercise (IE).Patients and Methods: This randomized controlled trial included 348 patients with CAD, comprising 261 patients with T2DM and 87 non-diabetic CAD patients as a control group. …”
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Six-month intervention effect of a digital movement behavior intervention on parent- and child intermediary outcomes—results from the Let’s Grow randomized controlled trial by Johanna Sandborg, Katherine L. Downing, Liliana Orellana, Rachael W. Taylor, Lisa M. Barnett, Valerie Carson, Kylie D. Hesketh

“…The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of a digital intervention, intended to help parents promote healthy movement behaviors in toddlers on these intermediary outcomes. Methods This study utilized data from the Let’s Grow trial (n = 1165). …”
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A study of the relationship between social support, caregiving experience and depressed mood of family caregivers of home-dwelling older adults with disability- - a cross-sectional... by Qianqian Yu, Lingfeng Xu, Lifang Zhou, XiaoLi Jiang, Na Xu, Zihan Lang, Yixuan Wu, Chengliang Yin

“…This study investigates the relationships among social support, caregiving experiences, and depressed mood in family caregivers of home-dwelling older adults with disabilities, aiming to provide theoretical guidance for enhancing caregivers’ physical and mental well-being and optimizing home-based care services. Methods A random sample of 494 family caregivers from three districts in a specified city was surveyed. …”
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Forecasting antimicrobial resistance in China using a hybrid ARIMA-GM(1,1) model by Feng Liu, Caixia Dang, Hengliang Lv, Ziqian Zhao, Sijin Zhu, Yang Wang, Hongbin Song, Yuanyong Xu, Hui Chen

“…Abstract Objective To evaluate the application value of the ARIMA-GM(1,1) combined model in predicting the resistance rates of key drug-resistant bacteria in China, providing a scientific basis for optimizing antimicrobial management strategies. Methods Based on data from the China Antibacterial Resistance Surveillance Network from 2014 to 2023, we selected six types of key drug-resistant bacteria, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and cefotaxime/ceftriaxone-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CTX/CRO-R-KP), to construct the ARIMA-GM(1,1) combined model. …”
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A Comparative Study of Esketamine-Propofol and Sufentanil-Propofol for Analgesia and Sedation During Breast Minimally Invasive Rotary Resection with Local Anesthesia: A Randomized... by Li N, Qi X, Bao J, Gu Y, Zhou X, Wang T, Jiang N, Wang Y, Ye Q

“…This study aims to compare the safety and efficacy of esketamine versus sufentanil as adjuncts to propofol for analgesia and sedation during breast MIRR.Patients and Methods: A total of 90 patients undergoing elective breast MIRR were randomly assigned to receive either sufentanil-propofol or esketamine-propofol for analgesia and sedation. …”
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Functional prognosis analysis of glioma resection in the left middle precentral gyrus and posterior middle frontal gyrus by WANG Yi-jie, HU Rui-ping, ZHOU Yu-yao, LU Jun-feng

“…Objective To investigate the functional outcomes for patients undergoing glioma resection in the left middle precentral gyrus and posterior middle frontal gyrus, and evaluate the efficacy of current surgical strategies. Methods A retrospective analysis was performed on the data of 7 patients who underwent glioma resection in the left middle precentral gyrus and posterior middle frontal gyrus in Huashan Hospital, Fudan University from January 2013 to July 2024. …”
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Computational Risk Stratification of Preclinical Alzheimer’s in Younger Adults by Oriehi Anyaiwe, Nandini Nataraj, Bhargava Sai Gudikandula

“…This research presents a computational modeling framework to predict cognitive impairment progression and stratify individuals into risk zones based on age-specific biomarker thresholds. <b>Methods:</b> The model integrates sigmoid-based data generation to simulate non-linear biomarker trajectories reflective of real-world disease progression. …”
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Scoping Review of Adult Emergency Department Discharge Interventions by Mary-Kate Gorlick, Shriman Balasubramanian, Gregory Han, Andy Hickner, Pranita Talukder, Peter AD Steel, Lynn Jiang

“…Introduction: The discharge process is a crucial component of the emergency department (ED) encounter, with poor discharge quality often leading to negative patient outcomes. While numerous interventions have been implemented to improve this process, a comprehensive review of these interventions has not been conducted. …”
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Perceptions about hepatitis C and barriers and enablers to screening and treatment among Egyptian immigrants to Canada: a theory-informed qualitative study by Sameh Mortazhejri, Isabella M. Thomas, Andrea M. Patey, Amjad Alghamyan, Curtis Cooper, Sarah Mansour, Smita Pakhale, Justin Presseau, Jeremy M. Grimshaw, Christina Greenaway

“…Therefore, we aimed to understand immigrants’ perceptions and beliefs about HCV, as well as the barriers and enablers to HCV care among immigrants, with a focus on individuals from Egypt, given the country’s high endemic rates of HCV infection and the large Egyptian community in Canada. Methods We established a Community Advisory Group to provide advice at all stages. …”
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Utility of Emergent Spine MRI in the Emergency Department by Farid Hajibonabi, Dan Cohen-Addad, Francisco Delgado, Po-Han Chen, Bing Fang Wang, Shamie Das, Tarek N. Hanna

“…In this study we aimed to characterize emergent spine MRI frequency and positivity in the ED, and its impact on ED length of stay (LOS), admission rates, and the necessity for surgical interventions. Methods: We performed a retrospective chart review of a consecutive group of patients who had emergent spine MRI (cervical, thoracic, lumbar) ordered from the EDs at four hospitals from January 1, 2017–December 31,2022 were included for traumatic and atraumatic patients. …”
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Digital health tools for hypertension self-management: evaluating user experience and effectiveness in referral hospital in Imo state by Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Gift Uchechi Daniel, Clara Ogechi Raphael, Kelechukwu Celestine Nosike Dozie, Chioma Judith Nnadede, Igwe Chidinma Nkem, Agwoko Anthony, Ikechukwu Nosike Simplicius Dozie

“…This study was conducted in a selected referral hospital in Imo State, Nigeria. Methods This is a descriptive study design conducted in hospital setting with three hundred and thirty five (335) persons serving as the respondents. …”
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Impact of COVID-19 control measures on influenza positivity among patients with acute respiratory infections, 2018–2023: an interrupted time series analysis by Wei Chen, Huabin Wang, Xianlin Ten, Miao Fu, Meili Lin, Xiaoping Xu, Yongjun Ma

“…This study aims to investigate the impact of implementation and lifting of COVID-19 control measures on influenza positivity among patients with acute respiratory infections (ARI) from 2018 to 2023. Methods The data were collected from January 2018 to December 2023 in two designated sentinel hospitals in Jinhua. …”
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LED lights and plant growth regulators enhance the in vitro mass propagation of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) by Jelena Davidović Gidas, Svjetlana Zeljković, Nikolina Đekić, Gordana Đurić

“…However, commonly used methods for rosemary propagation have various limitations that impose the need to create appropriate protocols for in vitro propagation of this species. …”
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Vestibular function tests are helpful in differentiating between Menière’s disease and vestibular migraine by Eleonora G. M. Vosbeek, Eleonora G. M. Vosbeek, Meinie Seelen, Aliede M. Vingerhoed, Tjard R. Schermer, Tjard R. Schermer, Suzanne C. Cannegieter, Suzanne C. Cannegieter, Gisela M. Terwindt, Tjasse D. Bruintjes, Tjasse D. Bruintjes

“…To assist in the differentiation between the two, this study aimed to compare auditory and vestibular symptoms and functions in MD and VM, and to assess the diagnostic value of the video head impulse test (vHIT) and caloric test.MethodsA cohort study was performed at a tertiary dizziness clinic in the Netherlands in MD and VM patients seen in our clinic from January 2018 until September 2024. …”
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Is the both column fixation corridor a universally valid and consistent fixation pathway in pelvic and acetabular surgery? by Vedat Öztürk, Malik Çelik, Murat Tıngır, Furkan Özönder, Cemal Kural, Mustafa Gökhan Bilgili

“…This study aims to validate the BCFC as a consistent fixation pathway across genders, evaluate its axial fluoroscopic visualization, and investigate gender-specific anatomical variations for surgical planning. Materials and methods In this study, pelvic CT data from 400 adults (200 males, 200 females) were analyzed using Fujifilm-Synapse 3D software. …”
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Biomechanical stability and stress distribution before talus prosthesis design: effects of ligament removal and cartilage overlay thickness using finite element analysis by Gang Zeng, Yujun Sun, Min Liang, Wenzhou Liu, Yanbo Chen, Jionglin Wu, Jiayuan Zheng, Taolue Zhou, Huiying Zhao, Weidong Song, Yue Ding

“…Aim This study investigates the mechanical stability and stress distribution changes in a talus prosthesis after the sequential removal of surrounding ligaments and the application of varying thicknesses of cartilage overlays. Methods Finite element analysis (FEA) was employed using CT data to create a 3D model of the talus prosthesis. …”
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Unveiling Sodium Diffusion Kinetics and Locking Mechanisms for High‐Performance CZTSSe Photovoltaics by Shuyu Li, Chaoran Li, Chu Liu, Jiachen Wu, Letu Siqin, Yuan Li, Guonan Cui, Yanchun Yang, Ruijian Liu, Hongmei Luan, Chengjun Zhu

“…Crucially, this substrate‐derived Na regulation paradigm outperforms conventional extrinsic doping methods through its self‐limiting diffusion characteristics, ensuring compositional stability while eliminating secondary phase risks. …”
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The Impact of a Plant-Based Diet on Inflammatory Symptoms In Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Review by Justyna Moszkowicz, Tomasz Ufniarski, Aleksandra Piech, Martyna Grodzińska, Maria Kleczkowska, Karol Poplicha, Piotr Sobkiewicz, Karolina Pasierb, Patrycja Kardasz, Bartłomiej Siuzdak, Marta Jutrzenka

“…Proposed mechanisms include decreased pro-inflammatory cytokines, improved gut microbiota diversity, weight reduction, and modulation of immune pathways such as autophagy. While the results are promising, further large-scale randomised controlled trials are necessary to clarify the optimal dietary approaches and their long-term benefits in RA management. …”
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Trends in vascular access among patients on hemodialysis; a nationwide survey from Egypt by Eman Nagy, Karem Salem, Mostafa Abdelsalam, Rasha Shemies, Nehal Elshabrawy, Ahmed M. Abd Elwahab, Alaa Sabry, Alaa A. Elsawi, Ahmed Albeyaly, Hamed Eleraky, Hala Mahmoud, Mohamed Elsayed, Nayel Zaki, Ahmed Noureldin, Ahmed Megahed, Hassan Foula, Basma Sultan, Mohamed Hamed Brawy, Walaa H. Ibrahim, Alshaimaa S. Mubarak, Bishoy Tanagho, Aber-Halim Attallah, Mohamed Ellawag, Hazem Abo Shousha, Emad Samaan

“…Aim To examine trends in VA use and associated characteristics in patients on HD based on data from a nationwide survey in Egypt. Methods This cross-sectional study targeted patients on maintenance hemodialysis across Egypt, using stratified cluster sampling from 11 representative governorates. …”
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Comparison of biodegradable and metal occluders in patients with PFO and migraine: study design and rationale of BioMetal Trial by Ziping Li, Jie Dong, Jing Dong, Yiming Yan, Manchen Gao, Fang Fang, Fengwen Zhang, Wenbin Ouyang, Shouzheng Wang, Chuangshi Wang, Xiangbin Pan, BioMetal investigators

“…Methods The Comparison of Biodegradable and Metal Occluders in Patients with PFO and Migraine (BioMetal) trial is a prospective, multicenter, single-blind, randomized controlled, superiority study comparing a biodegradable occluder with a nickel-titanium alloy occluder in PFO patients with medication-refractory migraine with aura (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT06203873). …”
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