A Comparative Analysis on the Classification of Pineapple Varieties Using Thermal Imaging Coupled With Transfer Learning.

Advanced intelligent systems are becoming a significant trend, especially in the classification of tropical fruits due to their unique flavor and taste. As one of the most popular tropical fruits worldwide, pineapple (Ananas comosus) has a great chemical composition and is high in nutritional value. A non-destructive method for the determination of pineapple varieties was developed, which utilized thermal imaging and deep learning techniques.

Patient Comfort and Response Pattern Following Pulsed-Field Ablation Compared to Radiofrequency Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation.

Background: Pulsed-field ablation (PFA) for atrial fibrillation (AF) offers several advantages compared to thermal ablation, however direct comparisons of patient-reported outcomes after PFA and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) are limited. This study aimed to assess patient experience following PFA or RFA in AF ablation performed under general anesthesia.

Methods: A retrospective study across a single integrated health system was conducted on consecutive patients who underwent PFA or RFA for AF under general anesthesia from March 2024 to December 2024.

Inhibition of YB-1 phosphorylation enhances cisplatin activity and disrupts cell division in pleural mesothelioma.

Background: The cold-shock domain protein YB-1 is overexpressed in pleural mesothelioma (PM) and was shown to contribute to increased cell migration and platinum resistance.

Methods: Phosphorylation of YB-1 at position serine 102 was analysed by immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence and immunoblotting in PM tissue specimens and cell lines. Intracellular localisation experiments involved immunoblotting, transfection of fluorescent protein-tagged YB-1 and confocal imaging.

Exploring the impact of age on microvascular function: Insights from the coronary microvascular disease registry.

Background: Coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) contributes to angina without obstructive coronary artery disease (ANOCA). Although aging is known to impact cardiovascular health, its effect on coronary microvascular function remains unclear. This study examined the relationship between age and microvascular function in patients with ANOCA.

adhesins, specifically Als3, a key target to understand and mitigate.

The emergence of , a multidrug-resistant fungal pathogen with unique heterogenic characteristics and clades, raised significant concerns globally, particularly in healthcare settings. pathogenicity resides in its adaptability and resilience, with the ability to form robust biofilms and adhere to host tissues and medical devices. Adhesins, particularly Als3, primarily mediate these processes.

Multiple sclerosis patients' journey delay in diagnosis and treatment: a multicenter study.

Objective: To determine factors that contribute to delayed diagnosis and treatment of MS patients. Additionally, the study aimed to evaluate the correlation between diagnostic and therapeutic delay and disease outcome.

Methods: The current cohort observational multicenter study was performed at neurology clinics in four cities in Egypt.

Knowledge attitudes and practices regarding the use of prebiotics and probiotics for respiratory infections among Saudi healthcare students.

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 823 health science students to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of health science students regarding honey as a prebiotic and yoghurt as a probiotic, using an online questionnaire. Prebiotics and probiotics offer health benefits for the digestive system, respiratory health, and immune system, and healthcare providers should be well-informed to advise patients effectively. Data was analyzed using SPSS software.

bFuzzy logic-based approach for porcine DNA determination in meat products.

Ensuring halal food integrity requires detecting porcine DNA, as contamination may occur during processing despite the use of halal-certified ingredients. This study presents a fuzzy logic (FL) framework to determine the presence of porcine DNA in processed meat by analyzing cycle threshold (Ct) values of four target genes: Cytochrome B, 18 s RNA, 12 s RNA, and D-loop mitochondria. The framework utilizes 12 fuzzy rules, 12 input functions, and 5 output functions, validated with 48 data points from laboratory and historical analyses.

Matrix Tropism Influences Endometriotic Cell Attachment Patterns.

The initiation of endometriotic lesions is not well understood or characterized because endometriosis is typically diagnosed at an advanced stage. Endometriotic lesions are most often found on pelvic tissues and organs, especially the ovaries. To investigate the role of tissue tropism on ovarian endometrioma initiation, we adapted a well-characterized polyacrylamide microarray system to investigate the role of tissue-specific extracellular matrix and adhesion motifs on endometriotic cell attachment, morphology, and size.

Telemedicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Scoping Review of Enhancing Access and Outcomes in Modern Healthcare.

Telemedicine has transformed obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN), accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aims to synthesize evidence on the adoption, effectiveness, barriers, and technological innovations of telemedicine in OB/GYN across diverse healthcare settings. This scoping review synthesized 63 peer-reviewed studies (2010-2023) using PRISMA-ScR guidelines to map global applications, outcomes, and challenges.

Dysmagnesemia in the ICU: A Comparative Analysis of Ionized and Total Magnesium Levels and Their Clinical Associations.

Magnesium (Mg) is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in various physiological processes, including enzyme regulation, neuromuscular function, and cardiovascular health. Dysmagnesemia has been associated with arrhythmias, neuromuscular dysfunction, and poor outcomes in intensive care unit (ICU) settings, representing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. However, the relationship between dysmagnesemia and health outcomes in the ICU remains inadequately defined.

NSAID overuse leading to cardiac aneurysm: Unveiling a missed diagnosis of Behçet's disease: A case report.

Rationale: Behçet disease (BD) is a chronic inflammatory vasculitis that primarily affects young males and is associated with severe vascular complications. Prolonged nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use may mask early inflammatory signs, delaying diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Patient Concerns: A 28-year-old pharmacist experienced syncope, chest pain, and leg swelling after prolonged NSAID use.

Risk Genes and Anti-C1q Autoantibodies in Upper Egyptian Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis-High Frequency of HLA-DRB1*04:05-DQA1*03-DQB1*02 Risk Haplotype in Lupus Nephritis Patients.

This study was performed to determine anti-C1q serum level, genetic polymorphism in cytotoxic T lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 gene (CTLA-4 gene) (rs 231775), and HLA class II genes in susceptibility and early prediction of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and lupus nephritis (LN) in Upper Egyptian patients. A total of 60 unrelated cases of SLE (30 cases with LN) and 60 healthy controls were studied for HLA-DQB1, HLA-DQA1, and HLA-DRB1 (DR4 subtypes) alleles. Anti-C1q level was estimated by ELISA.

Influence of molar incisor hypomineralization on oral health-related quality of life in 8-10-year-old children: a cross-sectional study.

Aim: This study used the Child Perceptions Questionnaire (CPQ8-10) to compare the Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) of children with and without molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) and to evaluate the effect of MIH severity on OHRQoL in children 8-10 years of age.

Materials And Methods: The sample consisted of 272 children (132 males, 48.5% and 140 females, 51.

A review on anthracnose disease caused by Colletotrichum spp. in fruits and advances in control strategies.

Fruits are a vital source of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants necessary for human health and well-being. However, fruit production is often hampered by diseases that cause substantial yield losses and compromise fruit quality. Among these, anthracnose caused by various species of the Colletotrichum genus stands out as a particularly destructive disease, affecting a wide range of fruit crops and resulting in significant preharvest and postharvest losses worldwide.

Starch/ polyvinyl alcohol/Brazilein film with enhanced stability by using medium-chain triglycerides emulsion for real-time meat freshness monitoring.

Brazilein natural dye (BR) and various concentrations of medium-chain triglycerides emulsion (EM) were added to a starch/polyvinyl alcohol (S/PA) base film to monitor beef and shrimp freshness in a novel intelligent food packaging film. The color of the BR solution changed from yellow to dark red at pH levels ranging from 2.0 to 12.

Effects on Jump Shooting Accuracy when Using Unstable Surfaces for Functional Balance Training of Youth Basketball Players.

This study examined the effects of a 10-week functional balance training program using unstable surfaces on dynamic postural control, lower-limb power, and technical shooting performance in adolescent male basketball players. Twenty-one participants were assigned to an experimental group (n = 11; age 16.14 ± 1.