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View article: Relationship of Social Support With General Health Among Older Adults in the West of Tehran, Iran
Relationship of Social Support With General Health Among Older Adults in the West of Tehran, Iran Open
Objectives The increase in the aged population in all countries, including Iran, is accompanied by economic, social, and healthcare challenges. This study aimed to investigate the relationship of social support with general health among ol…
View article: Relationship of prolonged sit-to-stand test duration and cardiovascular disease risk in Middle-aged and older adults: evidence from CHARLS.
Relationship of prolonged sit-to-stand test duration and cardiovascular disease risk in Middle-aged and older adults: evidence from CHARLS. Open
The 5STS test is a potential non-invasive predictor of CVD risk and may be useful for early detection in clinical settings. Further research across diverse populations is needed.
View article: Machine learning combine with nomogram to guide the establishment of endoscopic assistant system for gasless transaxillary endoscopic thyroidectomy.
Machine learning combine with nomogram to guide the establishment of endoscopic assistant system for gasless transaxillary endoscopic thyroidectomy. Open
It is necessary to train endoscopic assistant to build an endoscopic assistant system, and improve the surgical process by shortening CET, TRT and reduce LWT times. The importance of experience accumulation to improve the efficiency of sur…
View article: Association of Health Literacy with Components of Metabolic Syndrome Among Adults in Southwestern Districts of Bangladesh
Association of Health Literacy with Components of Metabolic Syndrome Among Adults in Southwestern Districts of Bangladesh Open
Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Health literacy (HL) influences health behaviors, disease prevention, and management. Desp…
View article: A retrospective analysis of bone scans in ageing Jordanian populations: Osteoporosis prevalence and risk factors
A retrospective analysis of bone scans in ageing Jordanian populations: Osteoporosis prevalence and risk factors Open
The worldwide health concern of osteoporosis is increasing. This syndrome worsens bone deterioration and shattering. How HPV spreads in Western countries are well understood, but its prevalence in Jordan and what factors make certain age g…
View article: Predicting mental health treatment outcomes using machine learning: Insights from a global survey dataset
Predicting mental health treatment outcomes using machine learning: Insights from a global survey dataset Open
The issue of mental health is still the major public health problem around the world, and it is strong evidence of the necessity of data-driven approaches for early detection and treatment. The current research applies machine-learning tec…
View article: Hemoglobin to red blood cell distribution width ratio inversely associated with heart failure in NHANES 2011–2018
Hemoglobin to red blood cell distribution width ratio inversely associated with heart failure in NHANES 2011–2018 Open
Hemoglobin-to-red cell distribution width ratio (HRR), a composite index reflecting both oxygen-carrying capacity and erythrocyte heterogeneity, has recently been proposed as a prognostic biomarker in cardiovascular disease. However, its a…
View article: Dietary antioxidants and CKM–depression comorbidity: a primary analysis with a secondary evaluation of all-cause mortality using six machine learning algorithms
Dietary antioxidants and CKM–depression comorbidity: a primary analysis with a secondary evaluation of all-cause mortality using six machine learning algorithms Open
Background We examined whether dietary antioxidant intake is associated with CKM–depression comorbidity (primary outcome) and all-cause mortality (secondary outcome) in US adults. Methods In an observational analysis of NHANES 2007–2010 wi…
View article: Evidence-based brief cessation advice plus active referral for emergency department patients who smoke: a single-arm, real-world clinical trial
Evidence-based brief cessation advice plus active referral for emergency department patients who smoke: a single-arm, real-world clinical trial Open
Background Emergency department (ED) visits present opportunities to promote smoking cessation, as patients seeking urgent care may be more receptive to adopting healthier behaviors. This study evaluated the efficacy of brief cessation adv…
View article: Retrospective analysis of cervical screening abnormalities in women with type 3 transformation zone without visible lesions
Retrospective analysis of cervical screening abnormalities in women with type 3 transformation zone without visible lesions Open
Objective Women with abnormal cervical screening but without visible lesions, particularly those with a type 3 transformation zone (TZ3), present a clinical challenge due to the non-visible squamocolumnar junction, increasing the risk of m…
View article: Multimodal Fusion of <scp>mpMRI</scp> Radiomics, Clinical Features, and Hematological Biomarkers Enhances Machine Learning‐Based Prediction of Biochemical Recurrence in Prostate Cancer Patients
Multimodal Fusion of <span>mpMRI</span> Radiomics, Clinical Features, and Hematological Biomarkers Enhances Machine Learning‐Based Prediction of Biochemical Recurrence in Prostate Cancer Patients Open
To develop and validate an interpretable machine‐learning model for early prediction of biochemical recurrence (BCR) by fusing multiparametric MRI radiomics, clinical variables, and hematological biomarkers. A total of 172 patients (115 BC…
View article: Changes in the estimated glucose disposal rate and incident cardiovascular disease in patients with cardiovascular–kidney–metabolic syndrome stages 0–3: a prospective cohort study in China
Changes in the estimated glucose disposal rate and incident cardiovascular disease in patients with cardiovascular–kidney–metabolic syndrome stages 0–3: a prospective cohort study in China Open
Background and aims Cardiovascular–kidney–metabolic syndrome (CKM) significantly increases the burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly in China, which has a rapidly aging population. The estimated glucose disposal rate (eGDR) …
View article: Machine learning meets maternal health: Uncovering spatial blind spots in antenatal care quality in Bangladesh
Machine learning meets maternal health: Uncovering spatial blind spots in antenatal care quality in Bangladesh Open
Background High-quality antenatal care (ANC) is defined as four or more antenatal visits with at least one to a medically trained provider, measurement of weight and blood pressure, testing of blood and urine, and receipt of information on…
View article: Predicting Lung Cancer Stages Using Data Mining and Machine Learning Techniques: A Comparative Analysis of Logistic Regression, Random Forest, and XGBoost Models
Predicting Lung Cancer Stages Using Data Mining and Machine Learning Techniques: A Comparative Analysis of Logistic Regression, Random Forest, and XGBoost Models Open
Lung cancer continues to be among the most common reasons for death caused by cancer all over the world, mainly because the diagnosis is often delayed and treatment options in advanced stages are limited. Besides, immediate recognition is …
View article: Detection of brain network abnormalities by graph invariants in Alzheimer’s disease using MRI images
Detection of brain network abnormalities by graph invariants in Alzheimer’s disease using MRI images Open
Alzheimer’s disease is a major cause of dementia in older adults. It involves gradual changes in brain function that result in cognitive decline, affecting memory, reasoning, and executive skills. The accurate detection of structural abnor…
View article: Serum Alkaline Phosphatase as a Biomarker for Skeletal Maturity Assessment and Growth Prediction in Individuals Aged 7 to 17 Years
Serum Alkaline Phosphatase as a Biomarker for Skeletal Maturity Assessment and Growth Prediction in Individuals Aged 7 to 17 Years Open
This study explored the association between serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) levels and skeletal maturity and assess its potential as a hypothesis-generating adjunctive biomarker. One-hundred fifty-one subjects aged 7 ‒ 17 years who underw…
View article: Multimorbidity patterns and cognitive frailty in adults aged over 50 years: China perspective
Multimorbidity patterns and cognitive frailty in adults aged over 50 years: China perspective Open
Introduction The multimorbidity underlying in cognitive frailty remain poorly understood. Methods A cross-sectional study was performed in non-dementia Chinese aged over 50 years, Cognitive frailty (cognitive impairment and slow gait [SG])…
View article: Predicting Parcel Damage Through Pattern Extraction and Machine Learning
Predicting Parcel Damage Through Pattern Extraction and Machine Learning Open
This research explores parcel-damage prediction using multiple pattern-extraction methods, including Apriori, FP-Growth, K-Means clustering, logistic regression, and a custom linear-algebra–based approach, for both pattern observation or d…
View article: An Otolaryngology‐Focused Risk Stratification for Postoperative Dysphagia in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
An Otolaryngology‐Focused Risk Stratification for Postoperative Dysphagia in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Open
Objectives To develop and validate a risk stratification model for postoperative dysphagia in pediatric cardiac surgery patients, focusing on factors relevant to otolaryngologic assessment and implications for Otolaryngology management. Me…
View article: Maternal and Neonatal Determinants of Admissions to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Kirehe District Hospital, Rwanda
Maternal and Neonatal Determinants of Admissions to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Kirehe District Hospital, Rwanda Open
Background: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) admissions demonstrate a big public health concern, particularly in low-resource settings. Understanding the determinants of these admissions is crucial for informing policies and interventio…
View article: How Internet use relates to mental health in older adults: findings from the Czech Republic and the Republic of Slovenia
How Internet use relates to mental health in older adults: findings from the Czech Republic and the Republic of Slovenia Open
Objectives Older adults face challenges in digital engagement, which may be linked to mental health. This study examines associations between Internet use and mental health indicators—depression, loneliness, and well-being—among older adul…
View article: Early Prediction Of Type 2 Diabetes Using Non-invasive Lifestyle Factors And Machine Learning
Early Prediction Of Type 2 Diabetes Using Non-invasive Lifestyle Factors And Machine Learning Open
This preprint presents a machine learning–based approach for predicting diabetes using non-invasive lifestyle factors. The study is based on a dataset of 1,000 patients and evaluates multiple ML models to identify the most effective one fo…
View article: Disparity between early radiographic decompression and one-year patient satisfaction after single-level LLIF: proposal of the structural improvement score (SIS) and QOL improvement score (QIS)
Disparity between early radiographic decompression and one-year patient satisfaction after single-level LLIF: proposal of the structural improvement score (SIS) and QOL improvement score (QIS) Open
Study design Retrospective cohort study. Purpose To develop and internally assess two exploratory composite measures—the Structural Improvement Score (SIS) and the QOL Improvement Score (QIS)—that integrate early postoperative radiographic…
View article: Examining Health-Related Quality of Life in Cancer Survivors: Cross-Sectional Associations with Comorbidities, Navigation Services Use, and Perceived Social Support
Examining Health-Related Quality of Life in Cancer Survivors: Cross-Sectional Associations with Comorbidities, Navigation Services Use, and Perceived Social Support Open
Background/Objectives: Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Puerto Rico, its impact worsened by an aging population. Many survivors experience long-term effects that reduce health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Chronic comorbid…
View article: Administrative data linkage to Census 2021 in Wales, UK: A cross-sectional study examining completeness and representativeness for population analytics
Administrative data linkage to Census 2021 in Wales, UK: A cross-sectional study examining completeness and representativeness for population analytics Open
IntroductionMeasuring population representativeness is an important methodological step in public health and epidemiological studies. ObjectivesTo explore the representativeness of Census 2021 data linkage when compared with the Welsh Demo…
View article: Comparative analysis of attitudes and threat perceptions towards physical activities in individuals with and without low back pain
Comparative analysis of attitudes and threat perceptions towards physical activities in individuals with and without low back pain Open
Background Low back pain (LBP) is a leading cause of disability, significantly impacting daily functioning and healthcare systems. Psychological factors, particularly fear-back pain attitudes beliefs, influence LBP progression and movement…
View article: Impact of pre-operative cervical spine function on post-operative functional rehabilitation in patients after laminoplasty
Impact of pre-operative cervical spine function on post-operative functional rehabilitation in patients after laminoplasty Open
Background Laminoplasty has been widely used for the treatment of multilevel degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM). However, patients often experience persistent axial symptoms, which affect post-operative functional rehabilitation. This …
View article: Socioeconomic status and motor coordination function among children with autism
Socioeconomic status and motor coordination function among children with autism Open
Objective To examine the association of socioeconomic status with the motor coordination impairment (probable DCD) of autism in a Chinese population. Methods Using cross-sectional data from the south region of China, 2020-2021, per capita …
View article: Determinants of Micronutrient Deficiency in Somalia (6–23 Months): An Integrated Spatial and Machine Learning Approach
Determinants of Micronutrient Deficiency in Somalia (6–23 Months): An Integrated Spatial and Machine Learning Approach Open
Background Micronutrient (MN) deficiency in early childhood is a significant public health issue in fragile environments, such as Somalia, where conflict, recurrent climate shocks, and weak health systems exacerbate “hidden hunger.” There …
View article: Data from Improving Lung Cancer Diagnosis with CT Radiomics and Serum Histoplasmosis Testing
Data from Improving Lung Cancer Diagnosis with CT Radiomics and Serum Histoplasmosis Testing Open
Background:Indeterminate pulmonary nodules (IPN) are a diagnostic challenge in regions where pulmonary fungal disease and smoking prevalence are high. We aimed to determine the impact of a combined fungal and imaging biomarker approach com…