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Correlation between central corneal thickness and intraocular pressure in various age groups [PDF]

Srpski Arhiv za Celokupno Lekarstvo, 2010
Introduction The Pascal Dynamic Contour Tonometer (DCT) is an ophthalmic investigational device which directly calculates the dynamic pulsatile fluctuations in intraocular pressure (IOP) using a piezoelectric pressure sensor embedded in the devices tip ...
Marjanović Ivan, Kontić Đorđe, Hentova-Senćanić Paraskeva, Marković Vujica, Božić Marija   +4 more
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Toward a new paradigm of convergence in lobby-state interactions: global challenges, communication, and transparency

Frontiers in Political Science
IntroductionAs decision-making processes and institutional structures have become more complex, lobbies have gained social relevance. Their role in the governance approach, as well as the strategies they use to exert influence, are constantly changing ...
Antonio Castillo-Esparcia, Ana Almansa-Martínez, Álvaro Serna-Ortega   +2 more
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Online communication of citizen pressure groups in the face of the phenomenon of touristification in Spain

Frontiers in Political Science
Spain is a proven tourist power, with a sector that contributes a high figure to the country’s economy. However, in recent years, tourist activity, especially in large cities, has encountered opposition from neighborhood groups that fight for a decrease ...
Francisco Javier Godoy-Martín
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Russian Foreign Policy Towards Japan: Domestic Factors

Японские исследования, 2022
The article analyses the domestic factors of Russian foreign policy towards Japan. The decision-making in this sphere is viewed in terms of the role played by various actors, and the points of view existing in today’s Russia over the development of ...
Dmitry V. Streltsov
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Inflection Points in Blood Pressure Trajectories Preceding Hypertension Onset in Different Age Groups

Journal of the American Heart Association: Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Disease, 2023
Background Understanding the natural history of elevated blood pressure (BP) is important to determine the window for primary prevention of hypertension.
Chengzhang Liu, Cheng Zu, Qiguo Meng, Rui Li, Yuanyuan Zhang, Panpan He, Chun Zhou, Mengyi Liu, Ziliang Ye, Xianhui Qin   +9 more
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Therapeutic Apheresis in Nigeria: A Multi‐Center Summary of Abstracts From the Inaugural Nigerian Society for Apheresis Scientific Meeting

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Therapeutic apheresis (TA) is an established treatment modality for hematologic, neurologic, and immunologic disorders, yet access remains severely limited in sub‐Saharan Africa. Donor apheresis, including platelet apheresis collection from healthy donors, represents an important complementary modality supporting blood product ...
Nosa Bazuaye, Chimezie Okwuonu, Evelyn Idam, Folasade Adelekan‐Popoola, Shakirat Gold‐Olufadi, Olufunto Olufela Kalejaiye, Abdullateef Ogala, Zinnah Aloziem, Blossom Amamchukwu, Patience Elimia, Mkpoikanabasi Obot‐Obot, Henry Mbakwe, Praises Maduagwuna, Olatunji Akinrodoye, Chiamaka Anyanwu, Benjamin Anyanwu, Adedamola Akinsiku, Oluwatoyin A. Akinsiku, Muzamil O. Hassan, Fatiu A. Arogundade, Olalekan E. Ojo, Homayemem Weli, Jesupelumi Adenihun, Aderemi Adelaja, Ebun Bamgboye, Olalekan Olatise, Ade E. Faponle, Ayoola Odeyemi, Michael Muoka, Stephen Asaolu, Qudrat Busari, Blessing Dawudu, Michael Naiyeju, Rasheed A. Balogun   +33 more
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Dynamic tabletop interfaces for increasing creativity [PDF]

, 2012
We designed a tabletop brainwriting interface to examine the effects of time pressure and social pressure on the creative performance. After positioning this study with regard to creativity research and human activity in dynamic environments, we present ...
AOUSSAT, Améziane, VERNIER, Frédéric, BUISINE, Stéphanie, CHABOISSIER, Jonathan, SCHMITT, Lara   +4 more
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Effectiveness of Resistance Intradialytic Exercise Compared to Aerobic Intradialytic Exercise for Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis commonly experience reduced physical function, fatigue, poor sleep quality, and impaired health‐related quality of life. Intradialytic exercise has been proposed as a non‐pharmacological strategy to improve these outcomes.
Klebson da Silva Almeida, Gisela Cristiane Miyamoto, Daniel da Costa Torres, Ian Setubal Reis Chaves, Jonas do Carmo Paschoalin, Braúlio Lima Nascimento, Luciana Dias Chiavegato   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Conception et validation d’un modèle d’analyse et de suivi pour l’élaboration d’une politique énergétique durable et acceptable : une étude comparative France-Québec sur l’énergie éolienne

VertigO, 2014
This article presents the main results of a doctoral thesis which analyze the various components involved in the development of a sustainable and socially acceptable energy policy for wind energy through a comparative study of France and Quebec.
Évariste Feurtey, Carol Saucier, Adrian Ilinca, Anas Sakout   +3 more
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Serum Myonectin Levels Are Positively Associated With Physical Function and Lower Frailty‐Related Limitation in Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) patients frequently suffer from frailty, characterized by reduced physical function and poor prognosis. Myokines, such as myonectin, secreted by muscle, are emerging regulators of systemic health. This study investigated the relationship between serum myonectin, adipokines (adiponectin, omentin), and ...
Kenichi Kono, Yoshifumi Moriyama, Koji Ohashi, Naoya Otaka, Minako Tatsumi, Toyoaki Murohara, Noriyuki Ouchi, Satoru Oshima   +7 more
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