This largest Asian case series confirms that posterior spinal fusion for SMA scoliosis is safe and effective despite severe deformity and markedly impaired pulmonary function. Meticulous multidisciplinary care, including advanced airway planning, hemodynamic support, blood management, and proactive electrolyte correction, is critical to optimizing ...
Ai Hu +7 more
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Utilization and Prognosis of Cardiac Device Implantation in AL Versus ATTR Amyloidosis
ABSTRACT Introduction Cardiac amyloidosis can cause congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and heart blocks, which frequently require cardiac device implantation (CDI). However, the differences between light chain (AL) amyloidosis and transthyretin (ATTR) amyloidosis CDI requirements are unknown. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted using the
Bilal Hussain +7 more
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Determinants of husbands' involvement in family planning: Evidence from a community-based cross-sectional study in Uttar Pradesh, India. [PDF]
Singh S +5 more
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In a rabbit surgical field model seeded with polymicrobial flora, a single dose of 222‐nm UV‐C (500 mJ/cm2) markedly reduced bacterial colonies, achieving a bactericidal effect comparable to 254‐nm UV‐C (200 mJ/cm2), while no UV‐C irradiation showed heavy growth. Wound healing did not differ among groups. Microbiota profiling detected SSI‐relevant taxa
Tomoaki Fukui +11 more
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Contraceptive use intention among women in Pakistan: Application of theory of planned behavior. [PDF]
Waqas Z +6 more
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Contraceptive use patterns among migrant and host community women in Türkiye: a decade of data from a tertiary family planning center. [PDF]
Göksu M, Karadeniz O.
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Periodontal and orthodontic management of impacted canines
Abstract The maxillary and mandibular canines are described by many clinicians as the “cornerstone” of the arch. When in their optimal position, they play a critical role in providing a well‐balanced occlusal scheme that contributes toward functional as well as neuromuscular stability, harmony, esthetics, and dentofacial balance.
Mohammad Qali +3 more
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Mapping research evidence on the use of contraceptives among adolescent girls in Africa: a scoping study. [PDF]
Lateef MA, Pillay JD.
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Long‐term stability of transcrestal sinus augmentation
Abstract Transcrestal sinus augmentation has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative to lateral window techniques for vertical bone augmentation in the edentulous maxilla. Since its early introduction and modification over the last several decades, this technique has demonstrated predictable outcomes for implant placement in regions with limited ...
Sandra H. Stuhr +4 more
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Integrating Clinical Perspectives in the Prevention of Teenage Pregnancy. [PDF]
Muluk E.
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