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Comparison of ischemic cardiovascular events between dapagliflozin and empagliflozin in combination with metformin: A nationwide population-based cohort study
The comparative effectiveness of individual sodium–glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT-2is) in preventing ischemic cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains uncertain. Thus, this study compared the in...
Investigating the common genetic basis between inflammatory bowel disease and metabolic syndrome through genomic structural equation modeling
Background Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and metabolic syndrome (MetS) exhibit a complex interplay, with clinical evidence indicating an increasing incidence of their co-occurrence. However, curren...
Partial volume effect on kidney stones and lung nodules in CT imaging
Rationale and Objectives To examine the impact of the partial volume effect (PVE) on the imaging of spherical objects depending on their size, density and center voxel position. Materials and Method...
Retraction: IoT based battery energy monitoring and management for electric vehicles with improved converter efficiency
MG-DIFF: A novel molecular graph diffusion model for molecular generation and optimization
Recent advancements in denoising diffusion models have revolutionized image, text, and video generation. Inspired by these achievements, researchers have extended denoising diffusion models to the fie...
Nonlinear association between TyG-BMI and MAFLD: A cross-sectional study
Background The relationship between the triglyceride glucose-body mass index (TyG-BMI) and the incidence of metabolic associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a trending research area. This associati...
Exploring the do-it-yourself approach in subjective refraction
Purpose To evaluate the precision and accuracy of a novel do-it-yourself (DIY) subjective refraction technique utilizing a manual tunable spherical lens and an adjustable astigmatic lens. Methods Si...
Mapping of shore area wetlands in Lake Tana Biosphere Reserve, Northwest Ethiopia using Sentinel-1A SAR and multi-source data
Shore area wetlands (lacustrine fringe) play a critical role as ecotones that support biodiversity, provide habitats for spawning and refuge, and exhibit high levels of primary productivity. They faci...
The effects of RYSEN-induced supportive, propelling and impeding forces on step parameters and muscular control in walking after stroke
Background Body weight support (BWS) devices are increasingly used for gait training after stroke. The RYSEN not only allows for vertical BWS but also for the addition of mediolateral and anteroposter...
The knowledge level and influencing factors of sarcopenia among Chinese community-dwelling older adults
Aim This study aimed to assess the knowledge level of sarcopenia and its influencing factors among Chinese community-dwelling older adults. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study using the soc...
Simulate the natural four-season fermentation system for high-salt diluted-state soy sauce brewing: Application in flavor promotion regulation
The seasonal temperature dependency of soy sauce fermentation poses significant challenges to flavor consistency, particularly under low-temperature conditions (e.g., 15°C in winter), where diminished...
Relationships between hemoglobin levels at admission and adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes in patients with preeclampsia
Background Maternal hemoglobin is very important for maternal and perinatal outcomes. Due to the pathophysiological changes in patients with preeclampsia, the influence of hemoglobin on pregnancy outc...
Exogenous salicylic acid, abscisic acid, and shikimic acid enhance drought tolerance in tea by modulating antioxidant defense and osmotic regulation
Tea (Camellia sinensis), a widely cultivated crop across more than 50 countries, is highly vulnerable to drought stress, which impairs growth and reduces yield. This study examines the potential of ex...
Pre-pandemic mental health and brain characteristics predict adolescent stress and emotions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic had profound effects on developing adolescents that, to date, remain incompletely understood. Youth with preexisting mental health problems and associated brain alterations were...
Influence of age and antiepileptic comedication on lacosamide concentrations in children with epilepsy: A retrospective cohort study
Object To explore the influencing factors of lacosamide serum concentration in children with epilepsy, and to provide evidence-based guidance for individualized dosing strategies. Methods Clinical d...
Geometric and arithmetic characterization of D-module flatness with applications to tensor products
This paper establishes a comprehensive framework for studying flatness properties and tensor products of D-modules across algebraic, geometric, and arithmetic contexts. We develop new criteria charact...
Identification of genes that differentiate Mannheimia haemolytica genotypes 1 and 2 using a pangenome approach
Mannheimia haemolytica is an opportunistic bacterial pathogen associated with the economically costly bovine respiratory disease. Two genotypes have been described, of which genotype 2 is more strongl...
Unveiling the influence of social network characteristics on sustainable performance in small and medium-sized enterprises: A dynamic capabilities perspective
Gaining a deeper understanding of the mechanism through which social networks influence sustainable performance and exploring the role of resource bricolage in enhancing competitiveness are valuable....
BONE-Net: A novel hybrid deep-learning model for effective osteoporosis detection
Osteoporosis is a prevalent bone disease characterized by reduced bone density and an elevated risk of fractures, especially in older adults and postmenopausal women. The clinical consequences of oste...
Correction: The effect of dietary interventions on inflammatory biomarkers among people with multiple sclerosis: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Co-designing accessible and inclusive patient information resources for gastrointestinal endoscopy using Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles
Co-designing accessible and inclusive patient information resources for gastrointestinal endoscopy using Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Principles. Intro...
Arsenic and heavy metal contamination in drinking water from an industrial zone in Dhaka District, Bangladesh
Heavy metals (HMs), even in trace concentrations, can pose serious health risks when consumed over time. In Bangladesh, the widespread use of tube wells for drinking water, coupled with industrial act...
Unveiling hidden threats: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons pollution in the glacial waters of the Meili Snow Mountains in the southeastern Tibetan Plateau
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) have posed considerable threats to both ecosystems and human health. To explore their characteristics and risks in temperate glacial watersheds, water samples f...
Open Science practices in a Portuguese nursing higher education institution: An exploratory, descriptive study
Open Science has emerged as an epistemological paradigm that promotes open and dynamic access to knowledge, fostering the sharing of scientific findings, collaboration between academia and society, an...
A contrastive adversarial encoder for multi-omics data integration
Early and accurate cancer detection is crucial for effective treatment, prognosis, and the advancement of precision medicine. Analyzing omics data is vital in cancer research. While using a single typ...