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Assessment of mesh shrinkage using fibroblast-populated collagen matrices: a proof of concept for in vitro hernia mesh testing
PurposeThis study uses free-floating contractile fibroblast-populated collagen matrices (FPCMs) to test the shrinkage of different hernia mesh...
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‘Concept creep’ in perceptions of mental illness — an experimental examination of prevalence-induced concept change
The perception of what constitutes mental illness is influenced by various social and medical developments. Prevalence-induced concept change is a...
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Postoperative cognitive dysfunction: a concept analysis
BackgroundPost-operative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is a concern for clinicians that often presents post-surgery where generalized anesthesia has...
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Maternal Health Literacy in Pregnant Women: A Concept Analysis
ObjectivesMaternal health literacy (MHL) plays a vital role in pregnancy outcomes, healthcare researchers should further analyze, refine, and develop...
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High capacity clinical SARS-CoV-2 molecular testing using combinatorial pooling
BackgroundThe SARS-CoV-2 pandemic led to unprecedented testing demands, causing major testing delays globally. One strategy used for increasing...
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New framework to assess tracing and testing based on South Korea’s response to COVID-19
South Korea’s remarkable success in controlling the spread of COVID-19 during the pre-Omicron period was based on extensive contact tracing and...
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Who Am I? Self-concept in Adults with Cystic Fibrosis: Association with Anxiety and Depression
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a progressive condition resulting in reduced lung function and strongly associated with elevated anxiety and depression...
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Transcutaneous Discrimination of Fetal Heart Rate from Maternal Heart Rate: A Fetal Oximetry Proof-of-Concept
Intrapartum care uses electronic fetal heart rate monitoring (EFHRM) for over 50 years to indirectly assess fetal oxygenation. However, this approach...
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Maintaining the working state of firefighters by utilizing self-concept clarity as a resource
The working state of firefighters is important for their own safety as well as that of the general public. The purpose of this study is to...
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Randomized Clinical Trial of Stigma Counseling and HIV Testing Access Interventions to Increase HIV Testing Among Black Sexual Minority Men and Transwomen
Advances in HIV prevention tools have outpaced our ability to ensure equitable access to these tools. Novel approaches to reducing known barriers to...
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A digital teleneuropsychology platform for the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment: from concept to certification as a medical device
BackgroundInnovative digital solutions are sha** a new concept of dementia care, opening additional venues for prevention, diagnosis, monitoring...
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Mixed Esophageal Disease (MED): A New Concept
We define mixed esophageal disease (MED) as a disorder of esophageal structure and/or function that produces variable signs or symptoms,...
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Including Young Children in the Development and Testing of Patient Reported Outcome (PRO) Instruments: A Sco** Review of Children’s Involvement and Qualitative Methods
BackgroundQualitative research during the development/testing of Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) is recommended to support content...
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Sociocultural and perceived public image of nurses among nursing students: the mediating role of self-concept
BackgroundStudying the public perception of nurses among nursing students is vital in establishing strategic solutions to recruit and retain more...
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How is Value Defined in Molecular Testing in Cancer? A Sco** Review
ObjectiveTo identify how value is defined in studies that focus on the value of molecular testing in cancer and the extent to which broadening the...
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Translation, cultural adaptation, and validation of the Nurse Self-Concept Questionnaire (NSCQ) for Portuguese nursing students
BackgroundThe professional self-concept of nursing students significantly influences their attitude and identity within the profession, ultimately...
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Proof-of-concept for a novel nanotechnology-based treatment for urolithiasis
Proof-of-concept of photonic lithotripsy in an in vitro setting and its ability to fragment the most common stone types is demonstrated....
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Self-concept mediates the relationships between childhood traumatic experiences and adolescent depression in both clinical and community samples
BackgroundChildhood trauma is a pivotal risk factor for adolescent depression. While the association between childhood trauma and depression is...
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Do community measures impact the effectiveness of a community led HIV testing intervention. Secondary analysis of an HIV self-testing intervention in rural communities in Zimbabwe
BackgroundThere is a growing body of evidence for the role that communities can have in producing beneficial health outcomes. There is also an...
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Develo** a design-based concept to improve hand hygiene in the neonatal intensive care unit
BackgroundHand hygiene (HH) is the most critical measure in the prevention of nosocomial infections in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)....
