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Abstract Factor analysis may be considered as a classifier analysis and mostly does the same function as cluster analysis. Cluster analysis and factor analysis are applied to the standard prices of certain nine consumer ...

ABSTRACT some variables may have nominal or ordinal scale, this causes a failure of analyzing the Pearson's correlation matrix by factor analysis. However, it was suggested to replace the elements of the correlation matr...

BackgroundHyponatremia is a prevalent electrolyte disorder in patients with acute spinal cord injury (SCI), which can significantly increase the risk of adverse complications and impair long-term prognosis. Despite its c...

BackgroundSurgical procedures can increase the incidence of stress ulcers. This study aims to investigate the occurrence of postoperative stress gastric ulcers in a high-altitude environment and to identify independent r...

ObjectiveThis study aimed to explore the influencing factors and structural changes in hospitalization expenses for heart failure (HF) patients under the Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) payment system reform, providing a s...

ObjectiveThis study aims to investigate the correlation between trace element concentrations, 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels, and the severity of tic disorders (TD) in children from the Hubei region. Additionally, ...

The development of a system of indicators and methodologies for monitoring and assessing progress toward achieving the goals of the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation N 312 of May 7, 2024, «On the Nationa...

Abstract To investigate the current status of occupational calling among psychiatric nurses, identify its correlated factors, and explore the probabilistic dependencies and network structure using a Bayesian network mode...

ObjectiveThis study aimed to analyze the factors associated with infection after kidney transplantation and to explore the predictive value of Th17/Treg cells and cytokine levels for infection.MethodsA retrospective anal...

This paper aims to assess the impact of financial factors on the dividend payout ratio, and the purpose is to research factors affecting dividend payout in less developed markets and compare them with the results of pr...

Single Pilot Operations (SPO) have drawn significant attention during the last years, as a result of the increased dual flight crew expenses, and as a remedy to the impending pilot shortage which is estimated to manifest...

Yao Hu,1,* Yan Chen,1,* Gaolian Li,1 Qingjing Zou,1 Jiawei Zhan,2 Dongmei Li3 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jingzhou Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University, Jingzhou Central Hospital, Jingz...

Abstract Introduction Quality of life (QoL) is a core aspect of healthy ageing, reflecting the ability of older persons to adapt and maintain well-being in later life. Urban–rural differences pose distinct challenges, ...

Despite the widely use and multiple validations of the EURO-D scale, its factor structure is still under debate. Exploratory Graph Analysis (EGA), a novel network psychometric method, offers a promising approach to exami...

Abstract This study explored the different categories of parenting concerns and their influencing factors in young and middle-aged breast cancer patients. 490 young and middle-aged breast cancer patients were recruited f...

Abstract Background Community-based health insurance (CBHI) schemes are crucial for households to avoid financial hardship, improve healthcare quality, and engage in health policies. Household satisfaction is a key indic...

Abstract Objective This study aimed to explore and summarize the changes in depressive symptoms and their influencing factors among the elderly before and after the outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pan...

Abstract Background The growing global aging population and the high prevalence of oral diseases among the elderly significantly affect their quality of life. This study aimed to assess the current status of oral health ...

BackgroundEvidence suggests that 41% of ICU patients acquired postextubation dysphagia, substantially increasing the risk of aspiration and malnutrition. Studies on its prevalence and risk factors showed considerable var...

Abstract Background Identification of risk and protective factors for canine visceral leishmaniasis (CVL) is essential to understand the epidemiology of the disease and direct prevention and control strategies. Building ...

Abstract Background The occurrence of potential drug‒drug interactions (pDDIs) is a serious global issue that affects all age groups, with the elderly population being the most vulnerable. This is due to their relative...

Abstract Background Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a major global public health problem, causing approximately 1.19 million deaths and 50 million injuries annually, with a disproportionate burden in low- and middle-...

Introduction and aims: Understanding the trend and associated factors are essential for enhancing equitable access to care, particularly given persistent disparities in healthcare utilisation across different population ...

ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the clinical and ultrasonographic characteristics of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) located in the thyroid isthmus and to identify independent risk factors predicting cervical ...