Multidrug-Resistant Pathogen Clonal Spread in Nigeria: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [0.03%]
Emmanuel N Ugbo,Felicitas N Afiukwa,Mustofa H Effendi et al.
Emmanuel N Ugbo et al.
Background and aim: The rapid dissemination of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial clones poses a global health threat and limits treatment options. Understanding the dynamics of bacterial clones in Nigeria is essential f...
Effect of Social Support Reciprocity on Mental Health Status Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study of the Kashiwa Cohort Study [0.03%]
Natsumi Hirose,Toshiaki Takahashi,Tomoki Tanaka et al.
Natsumi Hirose et al.
Background and aims: Reciprocity of informal social support is associated with improved mental health in older adults. While several studies have examined support provision or receipt separately, this study clarifies reci...
Association Between Air Pollutants and Infectious Epiglottitis Incidence: A Observational Study [0.03%]
Pengcheng Yu,Rui Fang,Chao Xue
Pengcheng Yu
Background and aims: Infectious epiglottitis is inflammation of epiglottis and surrounding structures and may be life-threatening without treatment. Air pollution is a critical risk factor for human health. This study aim...
Primary Barbed Suture Versus T-Tube Drainage After Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration: A Randomized Controlled Trial [0.03%]
Lipeng Niu,Kesai Yang,Yongtao Li
Lipeng Niu
Background and aims: T-tube drainage has traditionally been used after laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) to reduce the risk of bile leakage; however, it is associated with prolonged hospital stay and tube-...
Research Utilization: A Cross-Sectional Survey of the Barriers and Facilitators Among Clinical Nurses in Ghana [0.03%]
Bayor Surazu,Alhassan Salifu Sharif,Mikare Danang Maurice
Bayor Surazu
Background and aims: The involvement of clinical nurses in the utilization of nursing research in practice has been reported to be minimal. Globally, several studies have reported a host of challenges that hinder the effo...
Leonurine: A Multifaceted Bioactive Alkaloid-From Pharmacological Mechanisms to Clinical Translation: A Narrative Review [0.03%]
Zhouyue Gu
Zhouyue Gu
Background: Leonurine (LEO), a bioactive alkaloid derived from the Leonurus genus, exhibits diverse pharmacological activities including uterotonic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiapoptotic, Antitumor, and vasoprotec...
Assessment of Clinical Hematology Laboratory Performance Using Sigma Metrics and Associated Factors in Total Testing Process at the Dessie Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northeast, Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study [0.03%]
Zewudu Mulatie,Endris Ebrahim,Mihreteab Alebachew et al.
Zewudu Mulatie et al.
Background and aims: Clinical laboratory test results play a fundamental role in clinical decision making, influencing approximately 70% of medical decisions. Numerous studies have shown that errors can occur throughout t...
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Infection Prevention Among Healthcare Professionals and Their Predictors at a Tertiary Hospital in Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study [0.03%]
Abebe Dukessa Dubiwak,Mulualem Tadesse,Belay Zewdie et al.
Abebe Dukessa Dubiwak et al.
Background: Assessing healthcare professionals' existing knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding infection prevention and control (IPC) is essential for identifying gaps and informing strategies to mitigate he...
Establishment of Age-Specific Reference Intervals for 16 Coagulation Parameters in Chinese Children Using Sysmex CN-6000 Analyzer: A Cross-Sectional Study [0.03%]
Liping Luo,Qiuyue Duan,Juan Huang et al.
Liping Luo et al.
Background and aims: Children's coagulation system undergoes dynamic changes during development, necessitating age-specific reference intervals (RIs). This study aimed to establish RIs for 16 coagulation parameters in Chi...
Characteristics of Menstrual Cycles, Prevalence of Menstrual Disorders in Young Women and Their Relationship to Hormonal Contraceptive Use [0.03%]
Noelia Sánchez-Millán,Sergio Martínez-Vázquez,Ana Ballesta-Castillejos et al.
Noelia Sánchez-Millán et al.
Introduction: Menstrual disorders and abnormal uterine bleeding are among the most frequent reasons for gynecological consultation among women, especially young women. ...