Autostable-II stent versus bicanalicular silicon intubation for management of lacrimal canalicular obstruction by Zamzam M.A. Khalil, Raafat M.A. Abdallah, Ahmed M.K. Elshafei, Amr A.M. Abdelrahman

“…Purpose To compare the anatomical and functional results of the use of Autostable-II self-retaining stent (A-II SRS) and bicanalicular silicone tube (BST) in the treatment of epiphora due to distal or common canalicular obstruction. Setting and design This prospective, comparative, interventional study was conducted at El Minia University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. …”
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The combined therapy of chronic hepatitis with pegilated interferon <i>a</i>-2а and ribavirin in patients with HIV-infection and patients with HCV monoinfection by N. D. Yuschuk, S. L. Maximov, L. M. Ivanova, Ye. K. Klimova, O. O. Znoyko, A. V. Kravchenko

“…The study had open, non-randomized, retrospective and prospective design.Results. The rate of achievement of sustained virologic response as a result of therapy of CHC at the HIVinfected patients is comparable to that for CHC patients without HIV-infection. …”
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Barriers and Facilitators of Research in Pediatric Sports Medicine Practitioners: A Survey of the PRiSM Society by Dai Sugimoto, Michael Del Bel, Lauren Butler

“…The survey was designed to ask respondents to identify their top barrier and facilitator to conducting research. …”
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The Relationship Between First-Trimester Aneuploidy Markers and Birth Weight by Cenk Soysal, Hatice Sari, Ozlem Erten, Ismail Biyik, Onur Ince, Yasemin Tasci, Nadi Keskin

“… OBJECTIVE: We aimed to determine the relationship between the first-trimester aneuploidy screeningma and the predicted weight at birth: Small for gestational age and large for gestational age. STUDY DESIGN: 594 low-risk pregnant women with a singleton pregnancy, who underwent first-trimester aneuploidy screening by measuring nuchal translucency, maternal serum free beta-human chorionic gonadotropin, and pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A were included in the study. …”
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Agreement Between Isokinetic Dynamometer and Hand-held Isometric Dynamometer as Measures to Detect Lower Limb Asymmetry in Muscle Torque After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruc... by Angelica Ivarsson, Anna Cronström

“… # Purpose The purpose of this study was to assess agreement between a hand-held dynamometer and an isokinetic dynamometer, used to assess lower limb symmetry in knee muscle torque one year after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. # Study design Cross-sectional measurement study # Methods Seventy-two participants who had undergone ACL reconstruction (35 men, 37 women; age= 25.8 ± 5.4 years) were included. …”
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Differences in Thigh Muscle Activation Between Standing and Landing Exercises for Knee Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation by Jesper Bencke, Mark Strøm, Derek J. Curtis, Thomas Bandholm, Mette K. Zebis

“… # Purpose To investigate (1) how balance devices with progressing degrees of instability influence the activity of muscles controlling the knee joint in typical balance exercises with different demands on postural control, and (2) if any between-sex differences exist. # Study design Cross-sectional study. # Methods Twenty habitually active healthy adults (11 males) participated in this cross-sectional study. …”
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Analysis of building envelope for energy consumption and indoor comfort in a near-zero-energy building in Northwest China by Xiaofei Zhen, Shange Li, Jianming Peng, Zhouyang Zhao, Xu Zhang, Chuanxi Tan, Ruonan Jiao, Wenbing Wu

“…The results indicate that optimized envelope designs, particularly those incorporating rock wool insulation and a suitable window-to-wall ratio, can significantly reduce energy consumption, especially during the heating season, while maintaining indoor thermal comfort. …”
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Isometric Knee Strength is Greater in Individuals Who Score Higher on Psychological Readiness to Return to Sport After Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction by Barrie S. Sugarman, Zach B. Sullivan, Daniel Le, Carolyn Killelea, Mallory S. Faherty, Lee H. Diehl, Jocelyn R Wittstein, Jonathan C. Riboh, Alison P. Toth, Annunziato Amendola, Dean C. Taylor, Timothy C. Sell

“… # Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate differences in functional performance and psychological readiness to return to sport among athletes who have undergone primary ACL reconstruction (ACLR). # Study Design Descriptive cohort study # Methods Eighteen athletes who had undergone primary ACLR were tested at time of RTS clearance. …”
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SURVIVING HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN NIGERIA: COPING STRATEGIES OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS (IDP) IN BENUE STATE, NORTHCENTRAL, NIGERIA by ISAAC OLAWALE ALBERT, JOEL ABAH

“…The IDP therefore remain in very inhabitable conditions, for which they have to, through resilience, design survival strategies for themselves as individuals, households and community. …”
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Improving the Utility, Safety, and Ethical Use of a Passive Mood-Tracking App for People With Bipolar Disorder Using Coproduction: Qualitative Focus Group Study by Laurence Astill Wright, Matthew Moore, Stuart Reeves, Elvira Perez Vallejos, Richard Morriss

“… BackgroundCoproduction with users of new digital technology, such as passive mood monitoring, is likely to improve its utility, safety, and successful implementation via improved design and consideration of how such technology fits with their daily lives. …”
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Meningkatkan Penguasaan Kosa Kata dengan Metode Mimicry Memorization: Studi Kasus MIN 4 Jombang by Uzair Hasan Hidayatulloh, Moch. Anang Afiffudin, Hisbullah Huda

“…Method – This study employs a quantitative approach with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. A total of 58 students were divided into experimental (28 students) and control (30 students) groups. …”
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UAV launch methods by Oleksandr Dobrodomov, Vladyslav Proroka, Oleksii Kulyk

“…A crucial aspect of UAV development is the method of launch, as it directly impacts the overall system design, efficiency, cost, and operational conditions. …”
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Advancing education through e-learning innovation: the case of the Crocodile Chemistry program in higher education by Nawal Alqallaf, Zahra Almahmeed, Ahmad Alsaber, Bedour Alboloushi, Anwaar Alkandari, Fatimah Alhashem

“…This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Crocodile Chemistry program in improving students’ understanding of chemical concepts, academic performance, and motivation at the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET).MethodsA quasi-experimental design compared an experimental group (n = 102) using Crocodile Chemistry with a control group (n = 103) following traditional laboratory instruction. …”
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The effect of liquid inorganic fertilizer on the growth of seven sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.) clones for sugar factory in Indonesia by Wiharyanti Nur Lailiyah, Setyo Budi, Arofatuz Zumroh, Isnaini Maulidatu Nisa, Indah Nurjanah, Mochammad Jamaluddin Husain

“…This study used a one-factor Randomized Group Design (RAK) with 9 treatments and 3 replications. …”
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Assessment of air pollutants when burning alternative fuels by Olena Levytska, Artem Sikorsky

“…The aim of the work is to identify potential agricultural waste that can become energy sources, which will significantly reduce the cost of the operation of small and medium-sized boilers and provide cost savings for small and medium-sized businesses. Design / Method / Approach. An analytical review of scientific articles, information from Internet resources is carried out in order to determine the most common and suitable for the purposes of energy production using agricultural waste, as well as the experience of enterprises in the production of alternative fuels is analyzed. …”
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ExPRession-based E-Worksheet (EBEW): An effort to enhance student' computational thinking skills by Kartini Herlina, Abdurrahman Abdurrahman, Ahmad Naufal Umam, Ayu Nurjanah, Ghani Fadhil Rabbani, Ficha Aulia Indah Pratiwi

“…A quantitative approach with a pre-test and post-test quasi-experimental design was employed, involving 59 students divided into two groups. …”
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Adherence, perceptions and knowledge of an HIV PMTCT programme: A mother-baby pair study by Sthembiso Mabuka, Mygirl P. Lowane, Tintswalo V. Nesengani, Thembi V. Simbeni

“…Background: Prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) programmes are designed to prevent HIV transmission to infants and children. …”
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Wide FOV metalens for near-infrared capsule endoscopy: advancing compact medical imaging by Moghaddasi Mojtaba, Perez Coca Erik Edilson, Ye Danni, Flores Diego Alejandro, Wu Xudong, Jalal Abdul, Ren Ziming, Abrinaei Fahimeh, Hu Bin

“…This study presents the design, fabrication, and characterization of a wide field-of-view (FOV) metalens optimized for capsule endoscopy. …”
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Neutrophil Lymphocyte Ratio, Platelet Lymphocyte Ratio and Mean Platelet Volume; which one is More Predictive in the Diagnosis of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease? by Kerem Doğa Seçkin, Mehmet Fatih Karslı, Burak Yücel, Burak Özköse, Doğukan Yıldırım, Berna Aslan Çetin, Halil Aslan

“… OBJECTIVE: In the present study, we aimed to assess and compare the utility of complete blood count (CBC) parameters and C-reactive protein (CRP) in the diagnosis of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). STUDY DESIGN: Sixty-six patients diagnosed with PID, and 200 healthy control subjects were included in this case-control study. …”
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Impact of Postpartum Dexamethasone on Postpartum Disease Stabilization in Women with HELLP Syndrome by Ayla Sargın Oruç, Figen Türkçapar, Serdar Oğuz, Necati Hançerlioğulları, Ümit Bilge, Nuri Danışman

“… OBJECTIVE: To investigate the impact of postpartum corticosteroid therapy on maternal disease in women with HELLP (hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelets) syndrome. STUDY DESIGN: Thirty-eight patients diagnosed with HELLP syndrome were randomly assigned to treatment (n= 19) and control (n=19) groups. …”
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