Artificial intelligence-driven automation of nasoalveolar molding device planning: A systematic review.

Statement Of Problem: Despite the increasing number of publications on applying artificial intelligence (AI) in the dental field, clarity regarding the performance of different approaches for nasoalveolar molding (NAM) planning and designing is lacking. Additionally, the overall robustness of the evidence in this field remains uncertain.

Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review was to evaluate the role of AI in automating the prediction of anatomic landmarks and the design of NAM appliances.

Complete chloroplast genome of a montane plant Spathoglottis aurea Lindl.: Comparative analyses and phylogenetic relationships among members of tribe collabieae.

The yellow-flowered Spathoglottis aurea (tribe Collabieae; family Orchidaceae) is native to the mountainous areas of Peninsular Malaysia. The species is well known as an ornamental plant and for its role in artificial hybrid breeding. There is an interesting evolutionary relationship between S.

Rhizobacterial-assisted phytoremediation for accelerated petroleum-hydrocarbon removal in crude-oil sludge.

Almost over ten years, environmental experts have concentrated on implementing risk-based management strategies for the remediation of sites contaminated with total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPHs), which can potentially have detrimental ecological impacts. Phytoremediation widely recognized as a green technology a plant-based and economically efficient technology, emerges as a promising method to offer an alternative to existing treatment technologies in TPH contaminated ecosystems. The utilization of Scirpus grossus, a perennial plant, has been proposed as a practical, safe, and cost-effective method for remediating soil contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbons.

Is Arabic online patient-centered information about dental extraction trustworthy? An infodemiological study.

Background: Assessment of the Arabic online patient-centered information is understudied. The study aims to assess the quality and readability of the Arabic web-based knowledge about dental extraction.

Methods: The first 100 Arabic websites focusing on dental extraction were gathered using popular terms from Google, Bing, and Yahoo searches.

The chloroplast genome inheritance pattern of the Deli-Nigerian prospection material (NPM) × Yangambi population of Jacq.

Background: The chloroplast genome has the potential to be genetically engineered to enhance the agronomic value of major crops. As a crop plant with major economic value, it is important to understand every aspect of the genetic inheritance pattern among individuals to ensure the traceability of agronomic traits.

Methods: Two parental individuals and 23 of their F progenies were collected and sequenced using the next-generation sequencing (NGS) technique on the Illumina platform.

Rain, rain, go away, come again another day: do climate variations enhance the spread of COVID-19?

The spread of infectious diseases was further promoted due to busy cities, increased travel, and climate change, which led to outbreaks, epidemics, and even pandemics. The world experienced the severity of the 125 nm virus called the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a pandemic declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2019. Many investigations revealed a strong correlation between humidity and temperature relative to the kinetics of the virus's spread into the hosts.

Assessment of the microbial electrochemical sensor (SENTRY™) as a potential wastewater quality monitoring tool for common pollutants found in Malaysia.

Bioelectrochemical sensors for environment monitoring have the potential to provide facility operators with real-time data, allowing for better and more timely decision-making regarding water and wastewater treatment. To assess the robustness and sensitivity of the Sentry™ biosensor in local conditions, it was tested in Malaysia using domestically available wastewater. The study objectives included (1) enrich the biosensor locally, (2) operate and test the biosensor with local domestic wastewater, and (3) determine the biosensor's responsiveness to model pollutants through pollutant spike and immersion test as well as response to absence of wastewater.

Cleft Lip and Palate Research Trends in Saudi Arabia: A Bibliometric Analysis.

As Saudi Arabia advances in medical education and patient care, assessing its contribution to cleft lip and palate (CLP) research is vital. This bibliometric analysis aims to map the trends, collaborations, and impact of Saudi research in CLP. Utilizing the Web of Science database, this study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of CLP research related to Saudi Arabian publications.

Safety and efficacy of Rucaparib in the treatment of ovarian cancer and patients with BRCA mutation: a systematic review and meta-analysis of phase III randomized clinical trials.

Introduction: Our systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of Rucaparib, a PARP inhibitor (PARPi), in patients with ovarian cancer and BRCA mutation.

Methods: Online databases were comprehensively searched for all phase III Randomized trials that used Rucaparib therapy for ovarian cancer patients and patients having BRCA mutation. Efficacy results are progression-free survival and overall response rate in addition to addressing its safety concerns.

Microplastic Removal in Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTPs) by Natural Coagulation: A Literature Review.

Urban industrialization has caused a ubiquity of microplastics in the environment. A large percentage of plastic waste originated from Southeast Asian countries. Microplastics arising from the primary sources of personal care items and industrial uses and the fragmentation of larger plastics have recently garnered attention due to their ubiquity.

Assessment of Quality and Readability of Web-Based Arabic Knowledge About Cleft Lip and/or Palate: An Infodemiology Study.

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the quality and readability of the Arabic web-based information about cleft lip and/or palate (CL/P).: Searching in three engines and checking eligibility for the first 300 websites. The quality of the included websites (72) was assessed using the DISCERN questionnaire, JAMA benchmarks, and HON code.

Gastrointestinal stromal tumor in North Africa and the middle east: updates in presentation and management from an 11-year retrospective cohort.

Objectives: This study described the epidemiological, clinical, and survival profiles of patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) in North Africa and the Middle East (AfME).

Methods: This regional, multicenter, observational, retrospective study collected 11-year data on demographics, medical history, disease characteristics, current treatment approaches of GIST, the safety of the most common tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), second cancers, and survival status.

Results: Data of 201 eligible patients were analyzed: mean age was 56.

Integrating phytoremediation and mycoremediation with biosurfactant-producing fungi for hydrocarbon removal and the potential production of secondary resources.

Treatment of petroleum-contaminated soil to a less toxic medium via physical and chemical treatment is too costly and requires posttreatment. This review focuses on the employment of phytoremediation and mycoremediation technologies in cleaning hydrocarbon-contaminated soil which is currently rare. It is considered environmentally beneficial and possibly cost-effective as it implements the synergistic interaction between plants and biosurfactant producing mycorrhiza to degrade hydrocarbon contaminants.

The effect of dosage on the protective efficacy of whole-sporozoite formulations for immunization against malaria.

Immunization with Plasmodium sporozoites, either attenuated or administered under the cover of an antimalarial drug, can induce strong protection against malaria in pre-clinical murine models, as well as in human trials. Previous studies have suggested that whole-sporozoite (WSpz) formulations based on parasites with longer liver stage development induce higher protection, but a comparative analysis of four different WSpz formulations has not been reported. We employed a rodent model of malaria to analyze the effect of immunization dosage on the protective efficacy of WSpz formulations consisting of (i) early liver arresting genetically attenuated parasites (EA-GAP) or (ii) radiation-attenuated sporozoites (RAS), (iii) late arresting GAP (LA-GAP), and (iv) sporozoites administered under chemoprophylaxis, that are eliminated upon release into the bloodstream (CPS).

Crusted scabies in a rabbit model: a severe skin disease or more?

Background: Around 200-300 million people are estimated to be affected by scabies annually worldwide. However, the mechanisms by which this disease may affect the general condition of the host are not entirely clear. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the systemic changes that may accompany crusted scabies in both treated and non-treated experimental animals.

Is Online Patient-Centered Information About Implant Bone Graft Valid?

Background A dental implant is one of the most commonly used treatments to replace missing teeth. A reasonable number of implant cases necessitate using a bone graft before or at the time of implant placement. This study aims to evaluate the quality and readability of online patient-centered information about implant bone grafts.

Rapid Surface Modification of Stainless Steel 304L Electrodes for Microbial Electrochemical Sensor Application.

Electrogenic microorganisms serve as important biocatalysts for microbial electrochemical sensors (MESes). The electrical signal produced is based on the rate of electron transfer between the microbes and electrodes, which represents the biotoxicity of water. However, existing MESes require complex and sophisticated fabrication methods.

Assessment of the Relation Between Patterns of Third-Molar Impaction and Blood Group: A Retrospective Study.

Background The prevalence of impacted third molars is high in the global general population. The etiology of impacted third molars is not fully understood, but it is thought to result from combined genetic and environmental factors. Some studies have suggested a link between the blood group and the risk of impacted third molars.

Perception and Attitude of Parents of Children With Orofacial Clefts Regarding the Use of Presurgical Orthopedics and Feeding Obturators.

Objective: This study aims to evaluate the parents' attitude and their perception regarding the management of orofacial cleft (OFC) children with presurgical nasoalveolar molding (PNAM), DynaCleft and/or feeding obturators.

Material And Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive and observational retrospective survey-based study was conducted among parents of OFC children treated with PNAM, DynaCleft and/or feeding obturators who attended a primary dental health care center in Al-Madinah, Saudi Arabia, from 2019 to 2023. A validated questionnaire was used after translating it from English to Arabic.

The impact of β-glucan on the therapeutic outcome of experimental Trichinella spiralis infection.

Trichinellosis is a cosmopolitan zoonosis that is caused mainly by Trichinella spiralis infection. The human disease ranges from mild to severe and fatality may occur. The treatment of trichinellosis still presents a challenge for physicians.

Evaluation of the scabicidal effect of a single dose of fluralaner in a rabbit model of crusted scabies.

Recently, scabies was included in the WHO roadmap for neglected tropical diseases 2021-2030. Till now, ivermectin is the only available oral drug that is currently approved for treating crusted scabies in humans. Concerns regarding its efficacy and safety have prompted research efforts to find new alternatives.

Effectiveness of pedometer- and accelerometer-based interventions in improving physical activity and health-related outcomes among college students: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Although the pedometer- and accelerometer-based interventions (PABI) have demonstrated efficacy in improving physical activity (PA) and health-related outcomes, the dearth of empirical evidence in college students warrants further investigation.

Objective: This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to examine the effects of PABI on improving PA and health-related outcomes among college students.

Methods: PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library, and PsycINFO were searched for relevant literature from inception to 20 February 2022.

Coagulation-flocculation treatment for batik effluent as a baseline study for the upcoming application of green coagulants/flocculants towards sustainable batik industry.

The batik industry has been one of the main family businesses in most of the east-coast region of the Malaysian peninsula for many years. However, appropriate water treatment is still a major challenge for this industry. Stringent laws introduced by the Malaysian authorities and the intention to protect the environment are factors that drive researchers to search for suitable, appropriate, affordable and efficient treatment of batik wastewater.

Condylar Resorption After Orthognathic Surgery: A Review of Risk Factors With a Proposed Algorithm of Treatment.

This study aimed to critically reanalyze systematic reviews of patients suffering from condylar resorption (CR) and summarize the current scientific pieces of evidence with a focus on a possible relationship between CR and orthognathic surgery (OS). The work followed the "Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis Protocol" guidelines and was registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (registration number: CRD42020168660). The search strategy produced 143 articles.