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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Objective This study identifies and describes global caesarean section (CS) training practices, comparing high‐income countries (HIC) and low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMIC). Methods A convergent parallel mixed‐methods study was conducted with a cross‐sectional survey.
Liesl de Waard +4 more
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In Memoriam: Ken Seng Tan and His Contributions to Actuarial Science, Finance, and Agricultural Insurance [PDF]
, 2023 Patrick L. Brockett
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Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, EarlyView.Abstract Background Muscle wasting is a hallmark of critical illness. We evaluated the effect of amino acid supplementation and mobilization on early muscle loss in critically ill patients. Methods We conducted a randomized parallel‐group trial involving adult patients admitted to the surgical intensive care unit of a tertiary hospital.
Lizl Veldsman +4 more
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The concept of comonotonicity in actuarial science and finance : theory. [PDF]
n an insurance context, one is often interested in the distribution function of a sum of random variables. Such a sum appears when considering the aggregate claims of an insurance portfolio over a certain reference period.
Denuit, Michel +4 more
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The reliability and validity of the Sexual Violence Risk-20 (SVR-20): An International Review [PDF]
, 2009 This article reports on the current state of research about the most commonly used Structured Professional Judgement (SPJ) guidelines for sexual offender risk assessment, the Sexual Violence Risk-20 (SVR-20).
Boer, Douglas Pieter +3 more
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Identification and separation of DNA mixtures using peak area information [PDF]
, 2004 We introduce a new methodology, based upon probabilistic expert systems, for analysing forensic identification problems involving DNA mixture traces using quantitative peak area information.
Cowell, R. +2 more
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Multivariate Tests for Comparing Lifetimes of Parallel Systems
Quality and Reliability Engineering International, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Life testing of engineering systems with dependent components requires robust multivariate methods. Parametric approaches depend on restrictive assumptions, limiting their use in complex or unknown lifetime distribution settings. This study evaluates nonparametric methods for comparing parallel system lifetimes under minimal sample ...
Niladri Chakraborty +2 more
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Statistical Research of Risks in Car Insurance [PDF]
The work presents recommendations related to the methodology of actuarial and statistical data research in car insurance sector that can be used in the majority of risk insurances.
Kornilov, Igor, Melnichenko, Egor
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Using queuing theory to analyse completion times in accident and emergency departments in the light of the government 4-hour target [PDF]
, 2006 This paper uses a queuing model to evaluate completion times in accident and emergency (A&E) departments in the light of the Government target of completing and discharging 98% of patients inside 4 hours.
Mayhew, L., Smith, D.
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UroPrecision, EarlyView.Abstract High‐intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) has emerged as a widely adopted, minimally invasive treatment for localized prostate cancer (PC). Although originally applied for whole‐gland treatment, recent advancements in imaging and technology have facilitated the adoption of HIFU as a focal therapy modality, targeting clinically significant ...
Sunao Shoji +7 more
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