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The topic-prominence parameter [PDF]

, 2013
This article aims to recast the properties of topic-prominent languages and their differences from subject-prominent languages as documented in the functionalist literature into the framework of the Principle-and-Parameter approach.
Xu, Liejiong
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A Low Psoas Muscle Index Was Associated With a Poorer Overall Survival in Patients Who Underwent Percutaneous Nephrostomy

Aging and Cancer, EarlyView.
In patients with malignant ureteral obstruction undergoing percutaneous nephrostomy, sarcopenia defined by a low psoas muscle index was independently associated with poor overall survival on multivariate Cox regression analysis, suggesting that preoperative assessment of psoas muscle index may aid prognostic stratification in this population.
Kota Shimokihara, Takashi Kawahara, Kazuhide Makiyama, Hiroji Uemura   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

RNA Sequencing Resolves Cryptic Pathogenic Variants in Mitochondrial Disease

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Mitochondrial diseases are the most common inherited metabolic disorders, characterized by pronounced clinical and genetic heterogeneity that complicates molecular diagnosis. Although DNA‐based sequencing approaches have become standard in genetic testing, up to half of patients remain without a definitive diagnosis.
Zhimei Liu, Xin Duan, Fatemeh Peymani, Jia Wang, Chengjia Bao, Chaolong Xu, Ying Zou, Zixuan Zhang, Yunxi Zhang, Tongyue Li, Martin Pavlov, Junling Wang, Minhan Song, Tianyu Song, Xiaodi Han, Mingxi Sun, Danmin Shen, Ruoyu Duan, Huafang Jiang, Manting Xu, Holger Prokisch, Fang Fang   +21 more
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OnabotulinumtoxinA for neurogenic detrusor overactivity and dose differences: a systematic review

International Brazilian Journal of Urology, 2015
Purpose To evaluate the efficacy and safety of onabotulinumtoxinA for patients with neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO). Materials and Methods We searched the Cochrane Library, PUBMED, EMBASE, Chinese Bio-medicine database, China Journal Full-text ...
Rui Zhang, Yongteng Xu, Shengping Yang, Hui Liang, Yunxin Zhang, Yali Liu   +5 more
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The efficacy of topical tranexamic acid in total hip arthroplasty: a meta-analysis [PDF]

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, 2016
Topical tranexamic acid (TXA) has been shown to be effective in reducing blood loss and the need for transfusion after total knee arthroplasty. However, the effectiveness of topical TXA use in total hip arthroplasty (THA) still remains unclear. The purpose of this meta-analysis is to examine the safety and efficacy of topical use of TXA following THA ...
Chen, Shubiao, Wu, Kezhou, Kong, Gengbin, Feng, Weili, Deng, Zhihua, Wang, Hu   +5 more
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Exploring heterogeneity in meta-analysis: Meta-regression analysis. [PDF]

, 2020
Meta-regression is simply the extension of the regression analysis. Whereas in the regression analysis, the outcome and the covariates are measured for each subject, in meta-regression, the outcome and the covariates are measured on the level of the
Spineli, Loukia M, Pandis, Nikolaos, Spineli LM, Pandis N   +3 more
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Acute Kidney Injury After Mechanical Thrombectomy for Stroke in Patients With Pre‐Existing Renal Impairment

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common but often underrecognized complication in ischemic stroke patients undergoing mechanical thrombectomy, particularly among those with pre‐existing renal impairment. This study evaluated the incidence, risk factors, and clinical impact of AKI in this high‐risk population.
Michał Borończyk, Marcel Pilarek, Emilia Jaworska, Natalia Kardas, Oliwia Barnaś, Julia Woźniak, Iga Machała, Julia Węgrzynek‐Gallina, Joanna Siuda, Anna Hawrot‐Kawecka, Anetta Lasek‐Bal   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficacy and safety of systemic morphine for persistent breathlessness in adults with advanced nonmalignant disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials

Palliative Medicine in Practice
BACKGROUND: Morphine is used for persistent breathlessness despite uncertainty about its efficacy and safety in advanced nonmalignant diseases. We evaluated its symptomatic, functional, physiologic, and adverse effects. METHODS: We conducted a systematic
Roxana Valentina Barrezueta Román, Alexandra Elizabeth Rosales Cevallos, Ronald Manuel Palma Sanchez   +2 more
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Response to “Topical agent therapy for prevention and treatment of radiodermatitis: a meta-analysis” [PDF]

Supportive Care in Cancer, 2013
To the Editor; It was with interest that I read the recent article by Zhang et al. published in Supportive Care in Cancer [1]. This paper highlighted the importance of radiodermatitis (RD) being an unresolved and distressing clinical issue in patients with cancer undergoing radiation therapy.
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Memory and Resting‐State Connectivity in Acute Transient Global Amnesia: A Case–Control fMRI Study

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background and Objectives Transient global amnesia (TGA) is a striking model of isolated amnesia. While hippocampal lesions are well described, the network‐level mechanisms and the precise neuropsychological profile remain debated. Our objective was thus to characterize functional and neuropsychological correlates of acute TGA and their ...
Elias El Otmani, Emmanuel Barbeau, Béatrice Lemesle, Emilie Milongo‐Rigal, Sophie Fernandez, Sandrine Charpentier, Jean‐François Albucher, Nicolas Raposo, Fabrice Bonneville, Patrice Péran, Jérémie Pariente   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source