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Open AccessMetformin modifies plasma microbial-derived extracellular vesicles in polycystic ovary syndrome with insulin resistance
This study investigated changes in plasma microbial-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome and insulin resistance (PCOS-IR) before and after metformin treatment, and ai...
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Open AccessReducing primary cesarean delivery rate through implementation of a smart intrapartum surveillance system
The rapid changes in clinical maternity situations that occur in a labor and delivery unit can lead to unpredictable maternal and newborn morbidities. Cesarean section (CS) rate is a key indicator of the acces...
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Open AccessIncidence, prognosis, and perinatal outcomes of and risk factors for severe twin–twin transfusion syndrome with right ventricular outflow tract obstruction in the recipient twin after fetoscopic laser photocoagulation
Right ventricular outflow tract obstruction (RVOTO) is the most frequently encountered congenital heart disease in patients with twin –twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) and is especially prevalent in the recipi...
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Open AccessThe impact of prenatal screening tests on prenatal diagnosis in Taiwan from 2006 to 2019: a regional cohort study
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of prenatal screening tests on prenatal diagnosis in Taiwan’s 14 years from 2006 to 2019.
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Open AccessPrenatal transplantation of human amniotic fluid stem cell could improve clinical outcome of type III spinal muscular atrophy in mice
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a single gene disorder affecting motor function in uterus. Amniotic fluid is an alternative source of stem cell to ameliorate SMA. Therefore, this study aims to examine the the...
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Open AccessPlacental glucose transporter 1 and 3 gene expression in Monochorionic twin pregnancies with selective fetal growth restriction
In monochorionic twin (MC) gestations with selective fetal growth restriction (FGR), the discordant fetal growth usually is due to unequal placental sharing. Glucose, which is essential for oxidative metabolis...
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Open AccessEffects and outcomes of septostomy in twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome after fetoscopic laser therapy
To evaluate the incidence and outcomes of septostomy in twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) after fetoscopic laser therapy.
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Open AccessPredisposing factors and neonatal outcomes for twin-twin transfusion syndrome cases develo** transient donor hydrops after fetoscopic laser coagulation: a case control study
Transient donor hydrops (TDH) is defined as donor hydrops developed within days after laser therapy for twin–twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) followed by resolution later. The purpose of this study was to eval...
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A Method for Balancing Hybrid Torque-Vectoring Differential (H-TD) System with Optimized Counterweight
Hybrid torque-vectoring differential (referred as H-TD hereafter) is a differential system which integrates both torque-vectoring and electric hybrid functionality. The system is basically based on a conventio...
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The interfacial bilayer Cu6Sn5 formed in a Sn–Ag–Cu flip-chip solder joint incorporating Au/Pd metallization during solid-state aging
A solid-state reaction between the Sn–Ag–Cu solder and Ni metallization resulted in the formation of interfacial bilayer Cu6Sn5-based intermetallic compounds (IMCs) in a solder joint incorporating Au/Pd metalliza...
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Open AccessPlacental erythropoietin expression is upregulated in growth-restricted fetuses with abnormal umbilical artery Doppler findings: a case–control study of monochorionic twins
We previously reported that fetal plasma erythropoietin (EPO) concentrations are significantly increased in growth-restricted fetuses with abnormal umbilical artery (UA) Doppler. During hypoxia in an ovine mod...
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Open AccessPopulation-based trends and risk factors of early- and late-onset preeclampsia in Taiwan 2001–2014
Preeclampsia, a multisystem disorder in pregnancies complicates with maternal and fetal morbidity. Early- and late-onset preeclampsia, defined as preeclampsia developed before and after 34 weeks of gestation, ...
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The dissolution and reprecipitation behavior of the AuSn4 intermetallic compound in a solder joint during liquid-state and solid-state reactions
The present study investigated the reaction behavior of the AuSn4 intermetallic compound in the Ni/Sn1.8Ag+Sn3Ag0.5Cu/Au/Pd/Cu solder joint when subjected to multiple reflow for five cycles and solid-state aging ...
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Open AccessLow-molecular-weight-heparin can benefit women with recurrent pregnancy loss and sole protein S deficiency: a historical control cohort study from Taiwan
Heritable thrombophilias are assumed important etiologies for recurrent pregnancy loss. Unlike in the Caucasian populations, protein S and protein C deficiencies, instead of Factor V Lieden and Prothrombin mut...
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Open AccessNonsynonymous variants in MYH9 and ABCA4 are the most frequent risk loci associated with nonsyndromic orofacial cleft in Taiwanese population
Nonsyndromic orofacial cleft is a common birth defect with a complex etiology, including multiple genetic and environmental risk factors. Recent whole genome analyses suggested associations between nonsyndromi...
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Characterization of Human Pregnancy Specific Glycoprotein (PSG) Gene Copy Number Variations in Pre-eclampsia Patients
Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy-specific hypertensive disorder that affects 2–8 % of pregnancies. This disorder can lead to seizure, multi-organ failure and maternal death. The best approach to prevent pre-eclamp...
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Application of the Taguchi Method to the Warpage for Light Guide Plate
In recent years, the LED backlight module has become the main development of the thin film transistor liquid crystal display (TFT-LCD) module. The light guide plate warpage is the major source of ripple phenom...
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Department Identification, Professional Identification, and Attitudes Toward Agriculture in Agriculture College Students
The purpose of this study was to investigate the department identification, professional identification, and attitude toward agriculture of agriculture students. As the scope of agricultural higher education ...
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Parallel Operation of the Piezoelectric Energy Harvest Using the Taguchi Method
This chapter investigates a technique for a piezoelectric generator system using the synchronized switch harvesting on inductor (SSHI) electronic interface. Piezoelectric materials can convert mechanical energ...
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A randomized controlled trial of antenatal pelvic floor exercises to prevent and treat urinary incontinence
The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of antenatal pelvic floor muscle exercise (PFME) in the prevention and treatment of urinary incontinence during pregnancy and postpartum period.
