Prevalence and determinants of depression and its association with social support among cancer patients: implications for enhancing oncology care.

Background: Early detection of depression in cancer patients is essential for improving health outcomes. This study assessed the prevalence and determinants of depression among cancer patients and examined its association with social support.

Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Al Amal Cancer Center, Al-Thawra Hospital, Hodeida City, Yemen (January-March 2023).

Impact of combined high-intensity bodyweight interval training and breathing exercise on cardiometabolic health in normal-weight middle-aged adults with hypertension.

Background: High-intensity interval training and breathing exercises alone have well-documented health benefits in people with hypertension. This study aimed to investigated the effects of combining the two methods on physical health among adults with hypertension.

Methods: Ninety-six adults (59.

Characterization and machine learning analysis of hybrid alumina-copper oxide nanoparticles in therminol 55 for medium temperature heat transfer fluid.

Efficient heat dissipation is crucial for various industrial and technological applications, ensuring system reliability and performance. Advanced thermal management systems rely on materials with superior thermal conductivity and stability for effective heat transfer. This study investigates the thermal conductivity, viscosity, and stability of hybrid AlO-CuO nanoparticles dispersed in Therminol 55, a medium-temperature heat transfer fluid.

Identification and validation of hub genes associated with biotic and abiotic stresses by modular gene co-expression analysis in Oryza sativa L.

Rice, a staple food consumed by half of the world's population, is severely affected by the combined impact of abiotic and biotic stresses, with the former causing increased susceptibility of the plant to pathogens. Four microarray datasets for drought, salinity, tungro virus, and blast pathogen were retrieved from the Gene Expression Omnibus database. A modular gene co-expression (mGCE) analysis was conducted, followed by gene set enrichment analysis to evaluate the upregulation of module activity across different stress conditions.

The cranial base and midface characteristics in apert and Crouzon syndrome: A 3-dimensional analysis of morphological variations.

The craniofacial morphology in patients with syndromic craniosynostosis varies from one spectrum to another. Our study aims to explore the craniofacial morphology and growth pattern in patients with Apert and Crouzon syndrome. This study involved 39 computed tomographic scans of skull (Apert = 11, Crouzon = 10, Control = 18), divided into 2 age subgroups.

The influence of fluid resuscitation strategy on outcomes from dengue shock syndrome: a review of the management of 691 children in 7 Southeast Asian hospitals.

Introduction: The pathognomonic feature of dengue shock syndrome (DSS) is a transient capillary leak syndrome resulting in profound intravascular volume depletion. WHO management guidelines recommend particular parenteral fluid regimens during the critical leakage phase, including synthetic colloid solutions in certain circumstances. We set out to describe the actual fluid management strategies employed in different settings and to investigate relationships with clinical outcomes.

Production of polysaccharide and protein edible films: Challenges and strategies to scale-up.

Polymeric films are among the main packaging materials used by food industry, and they can be produced using petrochemical-based polymers and biopolymers. Although the use of petrochemical-based polymers for food packaging is associated with a harmful impact on the environment, and human health through direct contact with food, the food industry cannot avoid their use due to the lack of fully viable alternatives. Therefore, there is an imperative need for potential food packaging alternatives made from natural, bio-based polymers that should be safe and biodegradable.

Recent advances in recycling and upcycling of hazardous plastic waste: A review.

Plastic is a widely used material across various industries, including construction, packaging, healthcare, and automotive, among others. Global plastic production was estimated at 311 million tonnes in 2014 and is expected to double within two decades, continuing to rise towards 2050. As plastic pollution poses significant environmental and health risks, effective recycling and upcycling strategies are crucial for sustainable waste management.

Characterizing the genetic diversity and population structure of Plasmodium knowlesi in Aceh Province, Indonesia.

As in other parts of Southeast Asia, efforts to achieve or sustain malaria elimination in Indonesia have been threatened by the emergence of human infection with the primate species P. knowlesi. To understand the transmission dynamics of this species, investigation of P.

Influence of psychosocial and health-seeking behaviour on the risk of falling among persons living with type 2 diabetes in the Malaysian Elders Longitudinal Research (MELoR) cohort.

Background: Older persons with diabetes have an increased falls risk that could lead to serious complications including death.

Aim: To determine the influence of psychosocial factors and health-seeking behaviour on the risk of falling among individuals with type 2 diabetes.

Methods: This prospective study included community-dwelling adults aged ≥55 years selected through stratified random sampling from three neighbouring parliamentary constituencies.

Exploring Acceptance of Digital Health Technologies for Managing Non-Communicable Diseases Among Older Adults: A Systematic Scoping Review.

This review explores the acceptance of digital health (DH) technologies for managing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among older adults (≥ 50 years), with an extended focus on artificial intelligence (AI)-powered conversational agents (CAs) as an emerging notable subset of DH. A systematic literature search was conducted in June 2024 using PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and ACM Digital Library. Eligible studies were empirical and published in English between January 2010 and May 2024.

Protective effects of pyridoxine, amlodipine, and their combination in a vasopressin-induced angina model in rats.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) vitamins are of interest in preventative and protective strategies in cardiovascular disease. However, the safety and efficacy of vitamin B6 has been questioned. The aim of this study was to study the protective effect of pyridoxine, amlodipine, and their combination against vasopressin-induced angina model in rats.

Clinical Outcomes of Hypertonic Saline vs Mannitol Treatment Among Children With Traumatic Brain Injury.

Importance: The use of hypertonic saline (HTS) vs mannitol in the control of elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) secondary to neurotrauma is debated.

Objective: To compare mortality and functional outcomes of treatment with 3% HTS vs 20% mannitol among children with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) at risk of elevated ICP.

Design, Setting, And Participants: This prospective, multicenter cohort study was conducted between June 1, 2018, and December 31, 2022, at 28 participating pediatric intensive care units in the Pediatric Acute and Critical Care Medicine in Asia Network (PACCMAN) and the Red Colaborativa Pediátrica de Latinoamérica (LARed) in Asia, Latin America, and Europe.

Rapid Detection of Aeromonas veronii Using GGDEF Gene-Based Colorimetric Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification.

Aeromonas veronii has emerged as an important fish pathogen that poses threats to the aquaculture industry worldwide, and rapid detection is essential to minimise negative economic impact. In this study, a colorimetric loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) assay was developed to rapidly detect A. veronii, targeting a gene encoding GGDEF domain-containing diguanylate cyclase.

Global Prevalence of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has increased worldwide in recent years, becoming a significant public health concern. One of the most important complications experienced by individuals with OSA is excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). This study aims to investigate the prevalence of EDS in patients with OSA through a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Challenges in Managing a Case of Penetrating Neck Injury Complicated with Vascular Injury and Unrevealed Retained Foreign Body.

Penetrating neck injury is an emergency requiring urgent radiological and surgical attention. Delay in treatment results in significant morbidity and mortality. While computed tomography angiography (CTA) is a commonly used diagnostic tool, it has limitations and may fail to detect high-density foreign bodies or active bleeding due to compression by blood clots.

Constitutive overexpression of gene simultaneously improves starch and protein content in bioengineered cassava ( Crantz).

Cassava is a crucial source of daily calorie intake for millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) but has an inferior protein content. Despite numerous attempts utilizing both traditional and biotechnological methods, efforts to address protein deficiency in cassava have yet to meet with much success. We aim to leverage modern biotechnologies to enhance cassava's nutritional value by creating bioengineered cassava cultivars with increased protein and starch content.

Domain decomposition and mortar mixed approach for nonlinear elliptic equations modeling flow in porous media.

The equations describe the behavior of steady state flow in porous medium generally results in elliptic partial differential equations with coefficient represents the permeability of the medium. This article presents the extension of mortar mixed method for second order nonlinear elliptic equations that describes flow in porous media. The domain is decomposed into non-overlapping regions with each partitioned independently.

Unified resilience model using deep learning for assessing power system performance.

Energy resilience in renewable energy sources dissemination components such as batteries and inverters is crucial for achieving high operational fidelity. Resilience factors play a vital role in determining the performance of power systems, regardless of their operating environment and interruptions. This article introduces a Unified Resilience Model (URM) using Deep Learning (DL) to enhance power system performance.

Tough hydrogel-coated containment capsule of magnetic liquid metal for remote gastrointestinal operation.

Gallium-based liquid metals, when combined with magnetic agents, emerge as intelligent materials with potential applications in soft robotics within biomedical engineering. However, concerns have arisen from the residual presence of liquid metal, raising long-term biological risks. Herein, we propose a containment method that involves the rolling of magnetic liquid-metal droplets in lyophilized powders, resulting in the formation of intact hydrogel coatings upon hydration.

Surgical Experience in Pre-Operative Measurement of Cochlear Duct Length in Cochlear Implant Surgery.

Unlabelled: Cochlear implant surgery is an auditory prosthesis that helps to restore the hearing in people who have severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss. In view of the variations in individual's cochlear size, appropriate selection of cochlear electrode is important to enable appropriate pitch detection in cochlear implant surgery. In traditional 24 mm electrodes were used in earlier the days.

Ocular Surface Disease Index questionnaire in different languages.

Background: The Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) questionnaire was first introduced and developed in 1997 by the Outcomes Research Group, and was adopted by Allergan, Inc. (Irvine, Goleta, CA). While several tools are available for evaluating dry eye syndrome (DES), the OSDI questionnaire is known to have high reliability and validity.

FGFR1 variation in the divergent settings of congenital hypopituitarism and pituitary tumours.

Purpose: Pituitary tumours are relatively common, and familial in approximately 5% of cases. However, germline genetic contributions to pituitary tumour development are incompletely characterised. Preliminary evidence suggests pituitary tumours may be promoted by variants in pituitary organogenesis genes.