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Immune checkpoint inhibitor combined with chemotherapy versus chemotherapy alone in the first-line treatment for recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma: a meta-analysis of random controlled trials
Immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) monotherapy and chemotherapy (CT) have been used to treat recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (R/M-NPC), with demonstrated survival benefits and good safety. Howe...
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Open AccessNocturnal urination is associated with the presence of higher ventilatory chemosensitivity in patients with obstructive sleep apnea
Chemosensitivity is an essential part of the pathophysiological mechanisms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This study aims to use the rebreathing method to assess hypercapnic ventilatory response (HCVR) and ...
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Immediate SVF-Gel Injection Reduced Incision Scar Formation: A Prospective, Double-Blind, Randomized, Self-control Trial
Skin incision scars are cosmetically displeasing; the effects of current treatments are limited, and new methods to reduce scar formation need to be found.
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Relationship between dietary diversity and sleep quality: a Chinese community-based study
The objective of this study was to examine the association between dietary diversity and sleep quality among Chinese middle-aged and older adults.
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Fatigue and sleep quality in Chinese adults with connective tissue disease: A cross-sectional study
This study aims to evaluate fatigue and sleep quality among adults with connective tissue disease (CTD), and the interrelationship.
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The efficacy of steroid-eluting stents on the local inflammation of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis after endoscopic sinus surgery: a multicenter prospective longitudinal study
Attenuating local inflammation of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) after endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) was crucial. Corticosteroids were generally exploited to ameliorate the postoperative st...
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Prevalence and risk factors of hearing loss among the middle-aged and older population in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis
This paper was aimed at estimating the prevalence and risk factors of hearing loss (HL) among the middle-aged and elderly in China.
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Open AccessClinical phenotypes of obstructive sleep apnea: a cluster analysis based on sleep perception and sleep quality
To determine obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) phenotypes using cluster analysis including variables of sleep perception and sleep quality and to further explore factors correlated with poor sleep quality in diffe...
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Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy for Achalasia in Older Adults: A Retrospective Analysis of 39 Cases with a Minimum Follow-Up of 5 Years
Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has demonstrated favorable short-term safety and efficacy in older adults, while a comprehensive understanding of the long-term outcomes were vague. We aimed to evaluate clini...
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Meta-Analysis of the Oncological Safety of Autologous Fat Grafting After Breast Cancer on Basic Science and Clinical Studies
The purpose of the present study was to comprehensively evaluate the oncological safety of autologous fat grafting after breast cancer by combining experimental and clinical studies.
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Diagnostic value of myeloperoxidase and eosinophil cationic protein in nasal secretions for endotypes of chronic rhinosinusitis
To explore associations between inflammatory endotypes and clinical presentations in CRS. To investigate the value of secretions myeloperoxidase (MPO) and eosinophilic cationic protein (ECP) detections in the ...
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Open AccessImmediate extubation after single-stage laryngotracheal reconstruction for subglottic stenosis in children
To evaluate the feasibility and clarify the appropriate indications for extubation immediately after single-stage laryngotracheal reconstruction (SS-LTR) in pediatric subglottic stenosis (SGS).
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Aberrant dynamic functional network connectivity in vestibular migraine patients without peripheral vestibular lesion
This study aimed to investigate changes in dynamic functional network connectivity (FNC) in patients with vestibular migraine (VM) and explore their relationship with clinical manifestations.
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Congenital first branchial cleft anomalies in children: a study of 100 surgical cases and a review of the literature
To investigate the clinical features and surgical outcomes of pediatric congenital first branchial cleft anomalies (CFBCAs).
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NKX3.1 Expression in Salivary Gland “Intraductal” Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm: A Low-Grade Subtype of Salivary Gland Mucinous Adenocarcinoma
Salivary gland intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (SG IPMN) is a recently proposed entity characterized by a papillary-cystic proliferation of mucin-producing cells. Because of overlap** histologic feat...
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Positive impacts of e-aid cognitive behavioural therapy on the sleep quality and mood of nurses on site during the COVID-19 pandemic
To investigate the positive impact of e-aid cognitive behavioural therapy on the sleep quality, anxiety, and depression of nurses on site during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tear Trough Ligament Release and Autologous Fat Injection as a New Method for Tear Trough Deformity Correction
Even though the tear trough (TT) deformity is only 2 cm in length, it can give a worn, even haggard appearance on the face. The authors developed a novel approach and presented findings from the clinical effect.
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Is This Novel Incision for Benign Parotid Tumors the Answer for Improved Esthetics and Access?
Incision scars and postoperative cosmesis are critical in the management of benign parotid tumors. Traditional incisions have a typical visible scar in the retromandibular area or require wide skin flaps.
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A Comprehensive Review of Microneedling as a Potential Treatment Option for Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedling refers to a minimally invasive technique that uses multiple fine needles targeted skin epidermis for mechanical stimulation to obtain therapeutic or cosmetic effects. It is suitable for the treat...
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Mitigation of Hearing Damage After Repeated Blast Exposures in Animal Model of Chinchilla
High-intensity sound or blast-induced hearing impairment is a common injury for Service members. Epidemiology studies revealed that the blast-induced hearing loss is associated with the traumatic brain injury ...