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Prognostic value of lymph node metrics in lung squamous cell carcinoma: an analysis of the SEER database.

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Introduction: Although the Tumor-Node-Metastasis (TNM) staging system is widely used for staging lung squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC), the TNM system primarily emphasizes tumor size and metastasis, without adequately considering lymph node involvement. Consequently, incorporating lymph node metastasis as an additional prognostic factor is essential for predicting outcomes in LSCC patients.

Methods: This retrospective study included patients diagnosed with LSCC between 2004 and 2018 and was based on data from the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database of the National Cancer Institute.

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Materials And Methods: Data were collected from two large samples of adults ( = 3,011) and adolescents ( = 1,021) representative of the German-speaking population in Germany.

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Introduction: Evidence shows the inconsistencies in perceived harm of e-cigarettes between direct (single question) and indirect (assessing perceived harm separately by a single question and subtracting their score) measures. While the validity of both measures was tested by assessing their association with criterion variables (i.e.

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What are the risk factors and microorganism profiles of periprosthetic hip joint infections with a concomitant sinus tract?

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Introduction: A sinus tract, an abnormal channel between the skin and joint, is a major criterion that proves the presence of an underlying periprosthetic joint infection. Its presence not only increases failure rates but also leads to poor outcomes. Despite its clinical relevance, little is known about risk factors and underlying microorganism profiles.

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