Comparison of Effectiveness and Safety of Apixaban, Dabigatran, and Rivaroxaban in Patients With Valvular Atrial Fibrillation: A Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized-Control Trials and Observational Studies.

The objective of this network meta-analysis was to assess the efficacy and safety of apixaban, dabigatran, rivaroxaban, and edoxaban in patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and valvular heart disease. A comprehensive search was conducted across various electronic databases, including PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science, from inception to February 15, 2024. The search strategy utilized a combination of medical subject headings (MeSH) terms and relevant keywords related to valvular heart disease, atrial fibrillation, anticoagulant therapy, and study design, such as randomized controlled trials and observational studies.

Sacroiliitis in inflammatory bowel disease on abdominal computed tomography: prevalence, misses, and associated factors.

Objective: To evaluate the prevalence and rate of a missed diagnosis of sacroiliitis on abdominal computed tomography (CT) in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Factors associated with sacroiliitis were also assessed.

Method: This retrospective study included 210 patients with IBD (mean age 31.

"All Women of Nagoya are Beautiful": Travel Records of a Korean Diplomat in 1764.

The aim of this study is to ascertain how women of that era looked to a Korean diplomat who visited Japan in the 18th century. During 1763-1764, the "Documents on Joseon Tongsinsa (diplomatic mission)" contain 10 records of Korea and 2 records of Japan. Among them, "The Song of a Grand Trip to Japan" (), a Joseon gasa, was reviewed.

Anthropometric Analysis of the Faces of Chinese Women in Leadership Roles.

The aim of this study was to investigate the appearance of the faces of Chinese women in leadership positions through an anthropometric analysis of Women of China from 1949 to 2022. Photographs of cover women of Women of China were gathered and a total of 380 frontal and 101 lateral photographs were collected. The photographs were divided into 3 time phases: phase I (1949-1978): from the launch of Women of China magazine, up until the time of reform and opening; phase II (1978-2010): from the time of reform and opening until when Google China was blocked; and phase III (2010-2022): to the present.

A comparative study in left-sided breast cancer treated with moderate deep inspiratory breath hold versus free breathing.

Background: The moderate deep inspiratory breath hold (mDIBH) is a modality famed for cardiac sparing. Prospective studies based on this are few from the eastern part of the world and India. We intend to compare the dosimetry between mDIBH and free-breathing (FB) plans.

Clinical Impact of Dyspnea after Ticagrelor Treatment and the Effect of Switching to Clopidogrel in Patients with Myocardial Infarction.

Background:  Dyspnea is frequent during ticagrelor-based dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) for acute myocardial infarction (AMI). However, its clinical characteristics or management strategy remains uncertain.

Methods:  The study assessed 2,617 AMI patients from the Ticagrelor versus Clopidogrel in Stabilized Patients with AMI (TALOS-AMI) trial.

Volumetric assessment of ulnar nerves in cubital tunnel syndrome with 3D modeling of the MRI and its relationship with electrodiagnostic findings.

Background: Thickened nerve cross-sectional areas (CSA) have been investigated in compressive neuropathy, but the longitudinal extent of nerve swelling has yet to be evaluated. We did a volumetric assessment of the ulnar nerve in cubital tunnel syndrome (CuTS) with three-dimensional (3D) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) modeling and investigated this relationship with clinical and electrodiagnostic parameters.

Methods: We compared 40 CuTS patient elbow MRIs to 46 patient elbow MRIs with lateral elbow epicondylitis as controls.

Endoscopic transorbital approach in children: surgical technique and early results.

Objective: In this study, the authors aimed to describe the endoscopic transorbital approach (ETOA) in children.

Methods: Six pediatric patients (2 girls and 4 boys) underwent the ETOA for paramedian skull base lesions at a single institution between September 2016 and February 2023.

Results: The median age at the time of surgery was 7.

Hand of the 42-armed Avalokiteśvara Holding A Skull Rod.

The skull most commonly symbolizes death, mortality, and the unachievable nature of immortality. However, in Korean Buddhist art, skulls are rarely found. The aim of this study was to explore the image and meaning of the skull in the Joseon dynasty (1392 to 1910) of Korea.

Clinical Outcomes of Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction Using Fascia Lata Autograft Versus Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty in Patients 65 Years and Older With Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Background: Arthroscopic superior capsular reconstruction (ASCR) and reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) have both shown favorable outcomes in patients with irreparable rotator cuff tears (IRCTs).

Purpose: To (1) compare the clinical outcomes of ASCR versus RSA in patients aged ≥65 years with IRCTs and (2) compare serial changes in clinical outcomes between treatment groups.

Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3.

Detection Rate of Small Pancreas Cysts and Intrareader Reliability of the Cysts Size Measurements on Transabdominal Ultrasonography.

This study aimed to assess the detection rate of small (<10 mm) pancreas cyst and intrareader reliability for cyst size measurements on transabdominal ultrasonography (US). From 2020 to 2022, 194 pancreas cysts in 173 patients, incidentally detected on computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging, were evaluated on US by 1 of 2 radiologists (readers 1 and 2). Intrareader agreements of cyst size measurements on US were assessed by intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC).

The Association Between Breastfeeding and Growth Among Infants with Moderately Low Birth Weight: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Objective: To assess the association between breastfeeding competency, as determined by Latch, Audible swallowing, Type of nipple, Comfort, and Hold (LATCH) and Preterm Infant Breastfeeding Behavior Scale (PIBBS) scores, and exclusive breastfeeding and growth among infants with low birth weight (LBW) in India, Malawi, and Tanzania.

Study Design: We conducted LATCH and PIBBS assessments among mother-infant dyads enrolled in the Low Birthweight Infant Feeding Exploration (LIFE) observational study of infants with moderately LBW (1500g-2499 g) in India, Malawi, and Tanzania. We analyzed feeding and growth patterns among this cohort.

Anthropometric analysis of the faces of Chinese beauty pageant winners, from the early 20th century to the present.

The aim of this study was to investigate the aesthetic characteristics of Chinese beauty through an anthropometric analysis of beauty pageant winners from 1952 to 2021. Photographs from 5 renowned Chinese beauty pageants (Miss World Pageant, Miss Earth Pageant, Miss Universe Pageant, Miss International Pageant, and Miss Chinese Cosmos Pageant) were gathered and a total of 294 frontal and 31 lateral photographs were collected. The photos were divided into 3 time phases: phase I (1952-1977): from the first time when Chinese girls participated in beauty pageants, up until the time of reform and opening; phase II (1978-2002): from reform and opening to the re-opening of the Miss Chinese Cosmos Pageant; phase III (2003-2021): to the present.

Treatment approaches to Motor Speech Disorders: A step towards Evidence Based Practice.

Motor Speech Disorders is an umbrella term for a set of separate dysfunctions of speech outcome associated with neurological disorders. Motor speech disorders (MSD) are classified as Speech Motor delay (SMD), Childhood dysarthria (CD), Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), and Concurrent CD and CAS. The incidence and prevalence of MSD in population is uncertain.

Improvement of Valgus Deviation of the Lesser Toes of Moderate to Severe Hallux Valgus After Proximal Chevron Metatarsal Osteotomy and Akin Osteotomy.

Background: This study examines the correction of lesser toe valgus deviation following proximal chevron metatarsal osteotomy (PCMO) and Akin osteotomy in moderate to severe hallux valgus patients, while identifying influencing factors.

Method: Among 89 patients (116 feet), those with moderate to severe hallux valgus underwent PCMO and Akin osteotomy. Radiologic assessments included preoperative metatarsus adductus angle (MAA), hallux valgus angle (HVA), intermetatarsal angle (IMA), valgus angles of the second to fourth metatarsophalangeal joints, and hallux valgus recurrence.

OUTCOME OF EYES TREATED FOR RETINOPATHY OF PREMATURITY IN POSTERIOR ZONE I: An Eastern India Study.

Purpose: To analyze the outcomes of eyes treated for retinopathy of prematurity in posterior Zone I.

Methods: In a part retrospective (9 years) and part prospective (1 year) interventional study, we analyzed eyes treated for retinopathy of prematurity in posterior Zone I with a minimum follow-up for 6 months.

Results: This study included 109 eyes of 56 infants; mean gestational age and birth weights were 29.

Prognostic value of initial and longitudinal changes in body composition in metastatic pancreatic cancer.

Background: Sarcopenia or visceral adipose tissue has been reported to be related to pancreatic cancer prognosis. However, clinical relevance of the comprehensive analysis of body compositions and their longitudinal changes is lacking. This study analysed the association between body composition changes after chemotherapy and survival in patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer.

Characteristics of Hirayama Disease in Young South Korean Soldiers.

Background And Purpose: The purpose of this study was to describe the clinical presentation and features in electrodiagnostic and imaging investigations of young South Korean males diagnosed with Hirayama disease (HD).

Methods: We reviewed the electronic medical records of South Korean enlisted soldiers who were diagnosed with HD and discharged from military service during 2011-2021. We investigated the clinical characteristics and results of electrodiagnostic and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) investigations.

Medial Patellar Plica Thickness as a Morphologic Predictor of the Medial Patellar Plica Syndrome.

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between medial patellar plica (MPP) syndrome and the morphological features of the MPP, including length, width, and thickness, on knee magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Materials And Methods: From 2018 to 2022, 167 patients diagnosed with isolated MPP syndrome based on both MRI and arthroscopic findings were included in the "study group" and 226 patients without knee pathology on both MRI and physical examination were included in the "control group." Finally, 393 patients (mean age, 38.

Cochlear duct length in Pakistani cochlear implant recipients gender, age and side association: A Radiological Measure.

Objectives: To analyze the gender, age and side association of cochlear duct length in Pakistani-Asian cochlear implant recipient population based on computed tomography imaging study.

Methods: Current study retrospectively studied charts of cases who underwent cochlear implantation at the Department of Otolaryngology & Auditory Implant Centre, Capital Hospital Islamabad, over a period of two years from 1st May 2017 to 30th April 2019. These included 200 cases of both genders and of any age.