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Real-world outcomes of glofitamab monotherapy in heavily pretreated patients with relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma: a multicenter Korean cohort

In a multicenter Korean cohort of heavily pretreated relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma patients, glofitamab monotherapy demonstrated meaningful efficacy and a manageable safety profile, particularly for those with a longer treatment-free interval, while identifying rapid disease progression as a predictor of limited benefit.

Changgon Kim, Youngil Koh, Youngwoo Jeon, Yoon Seok Choi, Seok Jin Kim, Won Seog Kim, Sang Eun Yoon2026-07-03
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Psychophysiological determinants of diagnostic confidence and repeat-scan risk in pediatric MRI: a multicenter structural equation modeling study

This multicenter study demonstrates that in children undergoing MRI, autonomic regulation (measured by heart rate variability) influences diagnostic confidence and repeat-scan risk through a pathway mediated by psychological distress and behavioral dysregulation, with preparation interventions significantly improving these outcomes.

Kousong Guo, Hong Wan, Ting Zhao, Lanying Wang, Qihua Guo2026-07-03
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Enabling Conditions and Sequencing for Sustainable Prosthetic and Orthotic Care: Development of the ROOTS Framework through Realist Evaluation in Post-Conflict Sierra Leone

Through a realist evaluation of a prosthetic and orthotic care initiative in post-conflict Sierra Leone, this study develops the ROOTS framework, which establishes that sustainable outcomes depend on a specific, non-shortcuttable sequence of foundational local capacity conditions—infrastructure, supply chain reliability, workforce development, and technical quality assurance—rather than prioritizing patient volume alone.

Francesca Riccio-Ackerman, Tarek Meah, Claudine Humure, Adikalie Kamara, Prince Kaili, Nathaniel Kargbo, Camila Planells (…)2026-07-03
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Individualized Prediction of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Following Thoracoscopic Lung Surgery Through a Penalized Multivariable Nomogram

This study developed and validated a machine learning-based penalized nomogram using 14 routine preoperative and intraoperative variables to accurately predict postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing thoracoscopic lung surgery, offering a practical tool for individualized risk stratification and prophylactic decision-making.

Xiuxiu Wang, Yingying Duan, Huihui Fan, Lulu Sun, Yueting Miao, Luyuan Xing, Yamin Hu, Tuo Zheng, Yingying Sang2026-07-03
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Prevalence of Chronic Respiratory Disease Symptoms and Associated Occupational Risk Factors among Certified Silicosis Patients in BalesarBlock, Jodhpur, Rajasthan

A cross-sectional study of 355 certified silicosis patients in Balesar Block, Rajasthan, reveals that 80.6% suffer from chronic respiratory disease symptoms, with continuous 8-hour daily work shifts and residing 6–10 km from quarries identified as the strongest independent predictors, underscoring the urgent need for stricter exposure limits and dust suppression measures.

Suresh Yadav, Pranali Ahir, Dinesh Singh Bhati2026-07-03
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Cataract Surgical Outcomes, Coverage, and Barriers to Surgery among Tribal Populations in Jhargram, West Bengal: Findings from a Population-Based Eye Health Survey

A population-based survey in Jhargram, West Bengal, reveals that while cataract surgical coverage for blindness is high among tribal populations, significant gaps in effective coverage persist due to suboptimal surgical outcomes, gender disparities, and barriers such as lack of perceived need and fear of surgery.

Ananta Basudev Sahu, Jhumki Kundu, Sudipta Mohanty, R. N. Mohanty2026-07-03
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Physical Therapy Intervention for Functional Decline in a Young Adult with End-Stage Renal Disease on Hemodialysis: A Case Report

This case report demonstrates that a structured 12-week physical therapy intervention delivered during hemodialysis sessions significantly improved functional strength, balance, and mobility in a young Ethiopian woman with end-stage renal disease, highlighting the potential of rehabilitation as an essential adjunctive care in low-resource settings.

Biruk Getiso Awata2026-07-03
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Strengthening regional public health intelligence: insights and experiences from the Pacific Public Health Surveillance Network, 2023

A 2023 evaluation of the Pacific Public Health Surveillance Network (PPHSN) involving 149 respondents found that the network effectively strengthens regional surveillance and response through its six service arms, particularly as a communication platform and early warning system, while highlighting critical challenges in workforce retention, data reporting, and sustainable funding.

Adeline Tinessia, Adam Craig, Peta-Anne Zimmerman, Rebecca Rockett, Jessica Hall, Sajani Nadeeka, Amy Simpson, Sala Sake (…)2026-07-03
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A Transparent Multidimensional Framework for Identifying Oncology Early Adopters Under Sparse Real-World Evidence

This paper proposes a transparent, multidimensional framework that identifies oncology early adopters under sparse real-world evidence by synthesizing clinical influence, patient opportunity, and therapeutic familiarity into a Euclidean readiness score, thereby enabling auditable prioritization for clinical education and evidence translation without relying on traditional labeled training data.

Sabyasachi Das Choudhury2026-07-03