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BackgroundRandomised controlled trials (RCTs) are widely accepted as the preferred study design for evaluating healthcare interventions. When the sample size is determined, a (target) difference is typically specified th...

ABSTRACT Research syntheses and meta‐analyses have been widely used to combine primary applied research studies. To date, there has been little work applying these methods to combine Monte Carlo studies, however narrat...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) is a monogenic autoinflammatory disease caused by mutations in the MEFV gene, resulting in recurrent inflammatory episodes and a risk of developing amyloido...

Purpose – This study investigates how recontextualizing EFL reading instruction through local-wisdom-based Problem-Based Learning (PBL) supports students’ reading comprehension and learning experiences. Methodology ...

Background Low-value care (LVC) research originates predominantly from Western healthcare systems. This narrative review offers the first synthesis of LVC patterns, determinants and reduction initiatives across six diver...

Background. Viral infections remain a major global health threat despite advances in vaccines and antiviral drugs due to the rapid emergence of resistance and new viral pathogens. Antiviral peptides (AVPs) are promising ...

Background. Obesity arises as a global health issue, increasingly affecting children and adolescents. Excess body weight is associated with multiple metabolic risks and poor quality of life. Lifestyle therapy remains the...

BackgroundFibromyalgia affects 2%–8% of the global population with suboptimal treatment outcomes. Emerging evidence suggests histamine intolerance, mediated by diamine oxidase (DAO) deficiency, may contribute to fibrom...

BackgroundHip fractures in older adults are costly and often fatal. Cognitive impairment (CI) complicates pain assessment, raises delirium risk, and hinders early mobilization and rehabilitation. This review synthesizes ...

Background Researcher identity and positionality shape how studies of health inequalities are conceptualised, conducted, and interpreted, particularly within culturally diverse teams. Yet there is no consolidated map of ...

ObjectiveTo systematically map the evolution, academic network structure, and emergent research fronts of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) applications in prolonged disorders of consciousness (pDoC) through b...

IntroductionUnderstanding the progression of dental caries in children, characterized by transitions between distinct health states, may benefit the development of prevention and disease modeling frameworks. This systema...

Background. Stress fractures are a prevalent overuse injury in athletes, with female athletes consistently reporting higher incidence rates than males. This disparity is driven by an interplay of anatomical, hormonal, b...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Africa has significant challenges in meeting its vaccination needs, including inadequate manufacturing capacity, infrastructure deficiencies, a scarcity of experienced personnel, regulatory h...

Background. Fibromyalgia, as a multidimensional syndrome, requires interventions that target multiple aspects of the disease simultaneously. This complexity underscores the importance of non-pharmacological strategies ai...

ABSTRACT Background Leonurine (LEO), a bioactive alkaloid derived from the Leonurus genus, exhibits diverse pharmacological activities including uterotonic, antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory, antiapoptotic, Antitumor, and...

The purpose of research. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, characterized by metabolic, hormonal, reproductive, and psychological disturbances. Its pa...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Infectious keratitis (IK) is classified as a critical ophthalmic emergency, with the potential to result in vision‐impairing complications. The treatment approach involves the use of pharma...

Abstract Background The rising global aging population has increased the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a condition with limited treatment options, making non-pharmacological interventions essential. While mob...

Abstract Background The use of digital health technologies holds potential benefits for palliative care. Their implementation is fundamentally shifting routines and care practices. These shifts entail social implications...

Problem: Existing approaches to European security governance remain fragmented, focusing either on traditional deterrence or on sector-specific risk management. Such compartmentalization fails to capture the systemic com...

ABSTRACT Background and Aims Human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a leading cause of acute respiratory tract infections, particularly in children, older adults, and individuals with immunocompromising conditions. Despite incr...

Abstract BackgroundArtificial intelligence (AI) integrated with point-of-care imaging is a promising approach to expand access in settings with limited specialist availability. However, no systematic review h...

In the digital age, authentication is essential for accessing the web and mobile platforms, yet many mechanisms still overlook the accessibility challenges faced by people with disabilities. In this work, a systematic li...