WALLABY Pilot Survey: Star Formation Enhancement and Suppression in Gas-rich Galaxy Pairs by Qifeng Huang, Jing Wang, Xuchen Lin, Se-Heon Oh, Xinkai Chen, B. Catinella, N. Deg, H. Dénes, B. -Q. For, B. S. Koribalski, K. Lee-Waddell, J. Rhee, A. X. Shen, Li Shao, K. Spekkens, L. Staveley-Smith, T. Westmeier, O. I. Wong, A. Bosma

“…Collecting the observational evidence, we provide a coherent picture of the evolution of galaxy pairs and discuss how the tidal effects and hydrodynamic processes shape the SFR enhancement. …”
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Anti-motilities and anti-biofilm effects of Ageratum conyzoides L. methanol extract by Eli Compaoré, Moussa Compaoré, Vincent Ouédraogo, Ablassé Rouamba, Alimata Bancé, Mignini R. Dofini, Martin Kiendrebeogo

“…Contribution: This study provided additional scientific evidence to support the use of A. conyzoides in traditional medicine against bacterial infections.…”
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Robotic Assistance in Simultaneous Bilateral Medial Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 126 Knees Demonstrating Enhanced Radiographic Accuracy and C... by Valentina Rossi, MD, Constant Foissey, MD, Andreas Fontalis, MD, MSc, MRCS, Gabriel Gaggiotti, MD, Stefano Gaggiotti, MD, Elvire Servien, MD, PhD, Sébastien Lustig, MD, PhD

“…Radiographic findings indicated improved implant positioning, suggesting potential benefits in implantation accuracy that warrant further research. Level of Evidence: IV.…”
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Reduced functional independence and multimorbidity increases the risk of severe infection among older patients with Omicron: a multicenter retrospective cohort study by Wan Yu, Runnian Huang, Shuning Sun, Li Bu, Xin Chen, Yunhua Di, Shuwu Lin, Qian Li, Yang Yang, Xingyue Ye, Wenxu Wang, Rui Ren, Linze Xi, Ru Zhang, Yi Li, Xin Li, Tianbo Hou, Zibo Ning, Yang Peng, Difei Wang

“…Conclusions Our results provide further scientific evidence on the association between FI, multimorbidity, and disease severity in older COVID-19 patients, contributing to future health decision-making for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.…”
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Qatar residents' satisfaction for using the Doha Metro Rail System: An analysis for sustainable transportation by Larry C. Flores, Ardvin Kester S. Ong, Maela Madel L. Cahigas, Ma. Janice J. Gumasing, Crisha Mae M. Cedron

“…Crisis management, accessibility, and perceived economic benefits all had a considerable positive impact on passenger trust. Evidently, passenger trust has a favorable impact on customer satisfaction. …”
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A smartphone-guided secondary prevention digital health application reduces systolic blood pressure in patients with chronic coronary syndrome and insufficient blood pressure contr... by Philip Düsing, Stephan H. Schirmer, Sebastian Schäfer, Alexander Krogmann, Jan-Malte Sinning, Nikos Werner, Florian Bönner, Alexander Sedaghat, Cornelius Müller, Irina Eckardt, Georg Nickenig, Andreas Zietzer

“…The CHANGE study aimed to provide evidence for optimizing secondary prevention in CCS patients using a smartphone application.MethodsThe CHANGE-Study is a prospective, randomized, controlled trial performed in 9 centers in Germany. …”
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Patients’ satisfaction and efficacy of modern conventional hearing aids: A comprehensive analysis of the self-reported user experiences in adult people by Daniele Portelli, Cosimo Galletti, Sabrina Loteta, Leonard Freni, Francesco Ciodaro, Angela Alibrandi, Giuseppe Alberti

“…Conclusions: The study highlights the importance of addressing subjective perceptions and aesthetic concerns in hearing aid adoption, emphasizing the need for personalized rehabilitation strategies to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. Level of evidence: Level 3.…”
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Recommendations of the Russian Gastroenterological Association in Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease by V. T. Ivashkin, I. V. Maev, A. S. Trukhmanov, T. L. Lapina, O. A. Storonova, O. V. Zayratyants, O. B. Dronova, Yu. A. Kucheryavyy, S. S. Pirogov, R. G. Sayfutdinov, Yu. P. Uspenskiy, A. A. Sheptulin, D. N. Andreev, D. E. Rumyantseva

“…GERD is diagnosed with medical history and laboratory examination evidence. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGDS) allows detection of reflux esophagitis of various severity and cylindrical epithelial metaplasia of esophagus. …”
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Molecular insight into reproductive toxicity and transgenerational effects of Cadmium exposure on Drosophila melanogaster by Yi Pan, Ke Fan, Linhao Zong, Yantao Luo, Xin Ni, Dong Chen, Jinjun Qian, Fei Ma, Jie Cheng, Miao Guan

“…Cadmium (Cd), a widespread and serious environmental pollutant, has recently garnered increasing scientific scrutiny due to its profound adverse effects. Although the evidence for Cd-induced reproductive toxicity is well established, it remains elusive on the intricate dose-response relationship and underlying molecular mechanisms, especially for transgenerational toxicity in animals. …”
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The impact of death and caring for the dying and their families on surgeons - an AI assisted systematic scoping review by Jun Rong Tan, Yun Ting Ong, Victoria Jia En Fam, Annushkha Sinnathamby, Nila Ravindran, Yaoyi Ng, Lalit Kumar Radha Krishna

“…Methods Guided by the Systematic Evidence-based Approach (SEBA), we conducted a systematic scoping review (SSR). …”
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The effect of psychosocial stimulation on the development, nutrition, and treatment outcomes of hospitalised children with severe acute malnutrition in Southern Ethiopia: a cluster... by Tesfalem Teshome Tessema, Andamlak Gizaw Alamdo, Eyoel B. Mekonnen, Tewodros G. Yirtaw, Fanna A. Debele, Teklu Gemechu, Tefera Belachew

“…However, there is currently limited scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of the intervention. …”
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Impact of pharmacist-prescriber partnerships to track antibiotic prescribing in publicly funded primary care in the Cape Town metropole, South Africa: An implementation study by O Van Hecke, Y Adegoke, M Allwood, K von Pressentin, M Namane, C Butler, M Mendelson, R Coetzee

“…Our findings have filled a fundamental gap in the evidence base that will inform antibiotic stewardship innovations, guideline development and future interventions. …”
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Ultrasound radiomics-based logistic regression model for fibrotic NASH by Fei Xia, Wei Wei, Junli Wang, Yuhe Wang, Kun Wang, Chaoxue Zhang, Qiwei Zhu

“…To forecast the non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) probability accompanied by significant fibrosis, we propose to develop and validate a nomogram liver imaging reporting and data system, providing robust evidence for preventing and treating clinical liver diseases. …”
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Standardization in the management of gram-negative bloodstream infections after implementation of a clinical care guideline at a large academic, safety-net institution: a quasi-exp... by Michael A. Deaney, Katherine C. Shihadeh, Alexandra Craig, Margaret M. Cooper, Paul D. Paratore, Timothy C. Jenkins

“…These findings support the effectiveness of institutional guidelines in standardizing care, optimizing resource utilization, and promoting evidence-based practices in infectious disease management. …”
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Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with chronic coronary artery disease (CAD) - current state of knowledge and perspective... by Hubert Bochenek, Anna Bielicka, Michał Bzoma, Julia Gugulska, Irmina Czerepak, Marcin Kapij, Karolina Niewczas, Adrianna Brzozowska

“…Alternatives include shortening DAPT to 1–3 months for patients with high bleeding risk or intensifying it with stronger antiplatelet agents like ticagrelor or prasugrel for those at high ischemic risk. However, evidence supporting these alternatives remains limited, and require further investigation. …”
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Global magnitude and temporal trends of stroke attributable to lead exposure from 1990 to 2021 by Ying Wang, Ran Liu, Wenxia Li, PengNan Bao, JinWei Zhang, Wei Yue

“…Socio-demographic and regional disparities were evident, with low- and low-middle SDI regions bearing the highest burden. …”
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Healthy dietary patterns and the incidence of chronic kidney disease: results from a prospective cohort study by Yong-Ping Lu, Bin Xia, Xiao-Hua Wang, Qiang-Sheng He, Chang-Bo Qu, Ying-Ying Xie, Tian-Jiao Cui, Si-Qing Wu, Jin-Yu Zhao, Zhi-Hua Zheng, Ting Zhu, Jin-Qiu Yuan, Chun Tang

“…Conclusion This study provides robust evidence linking healthy dietary patterns to a reduced risk of CKD. …”
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Peripheral Nerve Blocks Are Associated With Decreased Early Medical Complications, Dislocations, and Opioid Consumption Following Total Hip Arthroplasty by Brian P. McCormick, MD, Sean B. Sequeira, MD, Mark D. Hasenauer, MD, Robert P. McKinstry, MD, Frank R. Ebert, MD, Henry R. Boucher, MD

“…Conclusions: PNBs are associated with decreased risk of deep vein thrombosis, urinary tract infection, and dislocation and decreased perioperative opioid consumption following THA. Level of evidence: III, Retrospective review.…”
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tDCS cranial nerve Co-stimulation: Unveiling brainstem pathways involved in trigeminal nerve direct current stimulation in rats by Alireza Majdi, Liyi Chen, Lars E. Larsen, Robrecht Raedt, Myles Mc Laughlin

“…Background: The effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) are generally thought to result from the polarization of cortical neurons by the weak electric fields it creates. However, recent evidence suggests that some tDCS effects may be mediated through co-stimulation of peripheral or cranial nerves, particularly the trigeminal nerve (TN). …”
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Functional Outcome of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Vs. Hyaluronic Acid in Knee Osteoarthritis Kellgren-Lawrence Grade I-III At 6-and 12-Months Follow-Up: A Meta-Analysis by I Gusti Ngurah Wien Aryana, Febyan, Shianita Limena

“…Stem cell therapy, especially mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), has revolutionized the treatment of knee OA. However, clinical evidence for MSCs in the treatment of knee OA is insufficient. …”
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