Diagnostic value of reflux episodes in gastroesophageal reflux-induced chronic cough: a novel predictive indicator [PDF]
Background: Multichannel intraluminal impedance and pH-monitoring (MII-pH) is an essential testing modality for gastroesophageal reflux-induced chronic cough (GERC), while the existing diagnostic criteria still have some inherent defects.
Bai, Xiao +9 more
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Value of Kyoto gastritis score and modified prediction model in diagnosing Helicobacter pylori infection status under gastroscopy in Chinese population [PDF]
Objective: To validate the application value of Kyoto gastritis score in diagnosing Helicobacter pylori (Hp) infection status under gastroscopy in Chinses population, and to construct a modified prediction model to improve the diagnostic value of Hp ...
QIAN Danye, MENG Xiangjun, ZHU Liming
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Association of extravascular lung water with clinical outcomes in stages 4 and 5 chronic kidney diseases: a prospective cohort study [PDF]
Objective To evaluate the impact of extravascular lung water volume on cardiovascular events, renal replacement therapy and mortality in pre-dialysis patients with stages 4 and 5 chronic kidney diseases.
Wang Jiawei, Luo Qiong, Lu Laishun, Hong Chunyan, Tang Xiaoling
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Impact of body dose parameters on circulating immune cells in locally advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients: a retrospective cohort study [PDF]
Background and purpose: The implementation of intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) has significantly enhanced the survival outcomes for patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC).
JIANG Jianyun, ZHAI Ruiping, YING Hongmei
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Predictive Value of Serum Uric Acid in Perioperative Acute Ischemic Stroke in Patients with Non-small Cell Lung Cancer [PDF]
Background Perioperative acute ischemic stroke (POAIS) is a severe complication of surgery, which can increase surgical mortality and reduce patients' quality of life. The pathogeneses are complex and rarely explored, especially in patients with non-
BAI Haiwei, MI Xiaokun, LIU Qingrui, ZHU Lin, WANG Yingnan, LIU Junyan, HAN Ying
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Latent profile analysis of multiple symptom distress in children and adolescents with cancer and its effect on their physical activity [PDF]
Objective·To describe the level of multiple symptom distress and physical activity in children and adolescents with cancer, analyze symptom distress profiles, and explicit the relationship between latent profiles and physical activity.Methods·
HE Mengxue +4 more
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The Effect of Simulation on Iranian Elementary EFL Learners’ Willingness to Communicate [PDF]
Little research has so far concentrated on the virtual reality settings for elementary learners using language effectively in real situations. Although previous research has focused on the benefits of using simulation in EFL classrooms by using real ...
Houman Bijani +2 more
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Timing of surgery and risk of postoperative thrombotic complications after recovery from Covid-19 in breast cancer patients [PDF]
Background and purpose: The incidence of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) for patients with breast cancer after surgery is 2.00%-6.40%. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between postoperative DVT complications and surgical timing in ...
CHENG Weihao, WANG Weili, BI Zhao, ZHANG Chaopeng, SUN Xiao, ZHAO Jiaxian, QIU Pengfei, CHEN Peng, WANG Yongsheng
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Predictive value of logistic regression model based on high-resolution CT signs for high-grade pattern in stage ⅠA lung adenocarcinoma [PDF]
Background and purpose: Studies have shown that when high-grade histological patterns (micropapillary and solid patterns) are present, patients with lung adenocarcinoma have a significantly poorer prognosis and often require more aggressive treatment ...
DONG Hao, QIU Yonggang, WANG Xinbin, YANG Junjie, LOU Cuncheng, YIN Lekang, YE Xiaodan
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Prediction and Management of People at High Risk of Sudden Death after Myocardial Infarction Who are not Covered by Guidelines [PDF]
The prevention of sudden cardiac death after myocardial infarction in contemporary clinical practice primarily relies on the evaluation of left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) .
HUANG Baotao
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