Self-Expanding Metal Stents as an Alternative to Palliative Surgery in Advanced Obstructive Colorectal Cancer-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. [PDF]
Rotaru V+4 more
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The Emerging 4D Printing of Shape‐Memory Thermomorphs for Self‐Adaptative Biomedical Implants
4D printing enables the creation of smart implants that adapt to changing conditions in the human body over time. At the core of this technology are shape‐memory thermomorphs (SMTMs). This review offers an in‐depth analysis of 4D printing with SMTMs, emphasizing the latest advancements in smart materials, stimuli, programming principles, and their ...
Aixiang Ding, Fang Tang, Eben Alsberg
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Impact of Obesity on Surgical Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Emergency Laparotomy: A Prospective Observational Study. [PDF]
Marahanumaiah S+3 more
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This study presents a novel approach to designing and fabricating high‐porosity 3D‐printed scaffolds using a customized resin. Scaffold geometry, cellular interactions, and mechanical properties are analyzed to demonstrate these engineered bone models.
Sera Choi+6 more
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The NIDDK Takes on the Complications of Type 1 Diabetes: The Diabetes Control and Complications Trial/Epidemiology of Diabetes Interventions and Complications (DCCT/EDIC) Study. [PDF]
Braffett BH+7 more
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Mesenchymal stem cell‐derived nanoghosts (MSC‐NGs) mimic naturally secreted extracellular vesicles (MSC‐EVs) in structure and physicochemical properties but can be synthesized at more translatable yields. As osteogenic agents, MSC‐NGs demonstrate superior outcomes compared to MSC‐EVs.
Antoine Karoichan+4 more
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Safety and Efficacy Outcomes of Robotic, Laparoscopic, and Laparotomic Surgery in Severe Obese Endometrial Cancer Patients: A Network Meta-Analysis. [PDF]
Ronsini C+8 more
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Making Photoresponsive Metal–Organic Frameworks an Effective Class of Heterogeneous Photocatalyst
This review summarizes photoresponsive MOFs for photocatalytic applications, focusing on their capacity to enhance light harvesting, charge transfer, and surface reactions. While existing studies provide foundational insights, emerging characterization techniques enable a deeper understanding of photoresponsive MOFs.
Rui Liu+3 more
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Piccolo Device for Treating Patent Ductus Arteriosus Beyond Premature Newborn Patients, a Novel Experience in South America: A Retrospective Study. [PDF]
Aristizabal AM+5 more
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