Knowledge and attitudes about tetanus and rabies: a population-based survey from Karachi, Pakistan [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate public knowledge regarding predisposing factors, fatality and prevention of Tetanus and Rabies and attitudes toward vaccination and post-exposure prophylaxis. METHODS: A population-based, cross-sectional survey was conducted in all
Azam, Iqbal+8 more
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Towards Robotic Companions: Understanding Handler-Guide Dog Interactions for Informed Guide Dog Robot Design [PDF]
Dog guides are favored by blind and low-vision (BLV) individuals for their ability to enhance independence and confidence by reducing safety concerns and increasing navigation efficiency compared to traditional mobility aids. However, only a relatively small proportion of BLV individuals work with dog guides due to their limited availability and ...
arxiv
A review of artificial intelligence in brachytherapy
Abstract Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize brachytherapy's clinical workflow. This review comprehensively examines the application of AI, focusing on machine learning and deep learning, in various aspects of brachytherapy.
Jingchu Chen+4 more
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Haptic Information Feedback Given to Handles in Guide Dog Training [PDF]
In guide dog training, trainers use haptic information transmitted through the handle of the harness worn by the guide dog to understand the dog's state. They then apply appropriate force to the handle to train the dog to make correct judgments.
arxiv
Classification of Naturally Occurring Arterial Disease in the Dog [PDF]
Donald F. Kelly
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Abstract Purpose To assess the predictive capability of CT radiomics features for early recurrence (ER) of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). Methods Postoperative PDAC patients were retrospectively selected, all of whom had undergone preoperative CT imaging and surgery. Both patients with resectable or borderline‐resectable pancreatic cancer met
Xinze Du+7 more
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Tumor monitoring and detection of lymph node metastasis using quantitative ultrasound and immune cytokine profiling in dogs undergoing radiation therapy: a pilot study [PDF]
Quantitative ultrasound (QUS) characterizes the composition of cells to distinguish diseased from healthy tissue. QUS can reflect the complexity of the tumor and detect early lymph node (LN) metastasis ex vivo. The objective in this study was to gather preliminary QUS and cytokine data from dogs undergoing radiation therapy and correlate QUS data with ...
arxiv
Antibiotic prophylaxis in pediatric dog bite injuries: Infection rates and prescribing practices
Objective Pediatric dog bite injuries are a major public health concern and antibiotic prophylaxis is often prescribed due to concern about the development of infection.
Courtney Coyle+2 more
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Sialadenitis associated with periorbital disease in a dog [PDF]
Warren G. Simison
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