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Understanding sensitivity, specificity and predictive values [PDF]

Vojnosanitetski Pregled, 2014
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Stojanović Miodrag, Anđelković-Apostolović Marija, Stojanović Dijana, Milošević Zoran, Ignjatović Aleksandra, Mitić-Lakušić Vesna, Golubović Mlađan   +6 more
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Length of the middle finger of hand as a simple and reliable predictor of optimal size of uncuffed endotracheal tube in paediatric patients: An observational study

Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, 2021
Background and Aims: A recent study suggested middle finger length-based formula as a better predictive guide compared with age-based formula for selecting uncuffed endotracheal tubes (ETTs) in children.
Priyam Saikia, Rohan S Thottan
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On the properties of regression tests of stock return predictability using dividend-price ratios [PDF]

, 2013
This article investigates, both in finite samples and asymptotically, statistical inference on predictive regressions where time series are generated by present value models of stock prices.
Moon, Seongman, Velasco, Carlos
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Potential Early Risk Biomarkers for Reduced Forced Expiratory Volume in Children Post‐Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT We sought to identify potential early risk biomarkers for lung disease in children post‐allogeneic HCT. Patients with pulmonary function tests 3 months post‐transplant and plasma samples between days 7 and 14 post‐HCT were included. Six of 27 subjects enrolled had reduced forced expiratory volume 1 (FEV1) z scores.
Isabella S. Small, Pi Chun Cheng, April L. Rahrig, Courtney M. Rowan   +3 more
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Melanoma risk prediction models [PDF]

Vojnosanitetski Pregled, 2014
Background/Aim. The lack of effective therapy for advanced stages of melanoma emphasizes the importance of preventive measures and screenings of population at risk. Identifying individuals at high risk should allow targeted screenings and follow-
Nikolić Jelena, Lončar-Turukalo Tatjana, Sladojević Srđan, Marinković Marija, Janjić Zlata   +4 more
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Predictive Value of the Clock Drawing Test [PDF]

Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders, 2008
<i>Background/Aims:</i> The Clock Drawing Test (CDT) assesses cognition focusing on executive function and praxis in contrast to the more language-based Mini-Mental State Exam. The CDT may allow early identification of cognitive decline. <i>Methods:</i> A systematic review of the literature was used to identify studies that had ...
Ruth Peters, Elisabete M. Pinto
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The Role of Self-Collection by Vaginal Lavage for the Detection of HPV and High-Grade Intraepithelial Neoplasia [PDF]

, 2017
The Role of Self-Collection by Vaginal Lavage for the Detection of HPV and High-Grade Intraepithelial NeoplasiaObjective: To compare the results of cervical cytology and high-risk HPV tests using samples obtained using two different collection modalities
Antoniazzi, Márcio, Fregnani, José Humberto Tavares Guerreiro, Kuil, Larissa de Melo, Longatto Filho, Adhemar, Lorenzi, Adriana Tarla, Resende, Júlio César Possati, Scapulatempo-Neto, Cristovam, Stein, Maíra Degiovani   +7 more
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Psychosocial Outcomes in Patients With Endocrine Tumor Syndromes: A Systematic Review

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction The combination of disease manifestations, the familial burden, and varying penetrance of endocrine tumor syndromes (ETSs) is unique. This review aimed to portray and summarize available data on psychosocial outcomes in patients with ETSs and explore gaps and opportunities for future research and care.
Daniël Zwerus, Floortje Strobbe, Annemarie A. Verrijn Stuart, Hanneke M. van Santen, Gerlof D. Valk, Sasja A. Schepers, Rachel S. van Leeuwaarde   +6 more
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The value of Persian Weaning Tool in Prediction of patients’ weaning outcome compared with Physician- directed approach: A Diagnostic Accuracy Study

Journal of Research Development in Nursing and Midwifery, 2020
Background: One of the important criteria in patients receiving artificial respiration is the time of weaning from the mechanical ventilator. As physician’s decision might be somehow subjective, several tools have been suggested for prediction of the ...
Jamileh Mirzaali, Mohammadali Vakili, Homeira Khoddam   +2 more
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Survival for Children Diagnosed With Wilms Tumour (2012–2022) Registered in the UK and Ireland Improving Population Outcomes for Renal Tumours of Childhood (IMPORT) Study

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background The Improving Population Outcomes for Renal Tumours of childhood (IMPORT) is a prospective clinical observational study capturing detailed demographic and outcome data on children and young people diagnosed with renal tumours in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.
Naomi Ssenyonga, Angela Lopez‐Cortes, Reem Al‐Saadi, Suzanne Tugnait, Kristina Dzhuma, Catriona Duncan, Gordan Vujanic, Tanzina Chowdhury, Claudia Allemani, Michel P. Coleman, Kathy Pritchard‐Jones, the Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) Renal Tumour Special Interest Group, Hugh Bishop, Anthony McCarthy, Pamela Kearns, Helen Rees, Amos Burke, Meriel Jenney, Jane Pears, Hamish Wallace, Milind Ronghe, Tanzina Chowdhury, Susan Picton, Emma Ross, Lisa Howell, Bernadette Brennan, Gail Halliday, Richard Grundy, Shaun Wilson, Sucheta Vaidya, Daniel Yeomanson, Jessica Bate, Vesna Pavasovic, Jessica Bate, Sabine Irtan, Jesper Brok, Minou Oostveen, Kristina Dzhuma, Mark Weeks, Richard Williams, Mark Powis, Max Pachl, Bruce Okoye, Naima Smeulders, Gordan Vujanic, Oystein Olsen, Tom Watson, Susan Shelmerdine, Dan Saunders, Angela Lopez-Cortes, Taryn Treger, Tom Jackson, Suzanne Tugnait, Lisa Howell, Tanzina Chowdhury, Sam Behjati, Angela Polanco   +56 more
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