Publications by authors named "C H Chu"

Background: We investigated the perioperative outcome and oncologic safety of performing nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) through a single axillary incision (NSM-SAI) compared with performing NSM through a conventional incision (NSM-C).

Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 725 patients who underwent NSM for breast cancer between January 2010 and December 2023; 333 patients who underwent NSM with immediate reconstruction (IR) were enrolled. Surgical outcomes and oncologic outcomes of NSM-C (n = 184), NSM performed through SAI with a freehand approach (NSM-SAI-F; n = 92), and with an endoscopic approach (NSM-SAI-E; n = 57) were demonstrated.

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Background: Central obesity and breast cancer (BC) have been identified as relevant by empirical research. The weight-adjusted-waist index (WWI) is a novel methodology for quantifying central obesity. Inspection of the association between WWI and BC in American adult women was the primary goal of the current investigation.

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Background: Neonatal seizures are common with acute brain injury. Up to 25% of survivors develop postneonatal epilepsy. We hypothesized postneonatal epilepsy diagnosed by age 24 months would increase risk for early markers of neurobehavioral disorders than acute provoked neonatal seizures alone.

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Aims: This study evaluated the effectiveness of a pressure injury educational intervention on nurses' knowledge, attitudes, self-efficacy and perceived barriers.

Background: Pressure injuries remain a global healthcare challenge. Efficient teaching strategies like immersive learning are crucial to translating theoretical knowledge into practical skills.

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Background: -acyl homoserine lactones (AHLs) are small signalling molecules predominantly secreted in Gram-negative bacteria.

Objective: The aim is to provide a comprehensive overview of AHLs in oral health.

Methods: Two independent researchers conducted a systematic search of English language publications up to 30 June 2024 in PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science.

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