Serum Vitamin D Concentration ≥75 nmol/L Is Related to Decreased Cardiometabolic and Inflammatory Biomarkers, Metabolic Syndrome, and Diabetes; and Increased Cardiorespiratory Fitn... by Vijay Ganji (8710491)

Morphological changes in amblyopic eyes in choriocapillaris and Sattler’s layer in comparison to healthy eyes, and in retinal nerve fiber layer in comparison to fellow eyes through... by Masri, Oussama Samer

“…Results The method of measuring reflectivity is good to excellent reliability for all regions of interest except the fourth. The mean reflectivity of the choriocapillaris and Sattler’s layer in amblyopic eyes were significantly lower than in healthy eyes (p = 0.003 and p = 0.008 respectively). …”
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Nonlinear Control of Brushless Dual-Fed Induction Generator With a Flywheel Energy Storage System for Improved System Performance by Mohammed Hamidat (3722086)

“…After optimization, the SMC settling time was significantly reduced from 0.7 seconds to 19.97 milliseconds, achieving a 96.9% improvement in response speed, while its steady-state error decreased from 0.48 to 0.06, marking an 87.5% reduction in tracking error. …”

Nurses’ work environment and intent to leave in Lebanese hospitals by Dimassi, Hani

“…Regression analysis revealed that for every 1 point score decrease on career development there was a 93% increase in likelihood of reporting intent to leave country. …”
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Sleeve Gastrectomy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: Anthropometric and Cardiometabolic Improvements at 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 years—Are the Initial Benefits Sustained? by Wahiba Elhag (5245547)

“…Mean HbA1c significantly decreased from 8.1%preop to 6.77%_{year 9}. …”

Risk of Malignancy in Indeterminate Liver Nodules Among Patients with Cirrhosis: A Retrospective Cohort Study by Yousef Yahia (19756989)

“…Multivariate Cox regression analysis revealed significant independent associations with nodule diameters 1 cm to < 2 cm (adjusted HR 3.35, 95% CI 1.06–10.60) and greater than 2 cm (adjusted HR 5.85, 95% CI 1.10–31.16), as well as with LI-RADS 3 lesions (adjusted HR 3.75, 95% CI 1.16–12.11) with adjusting other potential predictors and covariates.…”

Examining time-to-transport decisions in Emergency Medical Services by Hassan Farhat (9000509)

“…The impact of these variables on the time-to-handover was evaluated through a Cox regression model.</p><h3>Results</h3><p dir="ltr">Figure 1 indicates the transport probabilities as inferred from the Cox regression. …”

Hyper-Hypo study: A Retrospective Observational Study of Neonatal Hypoglycemia Related to Maternal Hypertension by Thiruveni Ramkumar (17075051)

“…On the other hand, neonates of hypertensive mothers administered with methyldopa showed a significant decrease of initial blood glucose reading.…”

The value of amniotic fluid interleukin-6 determination in patients with preterm labor and intact membranes in the detection of microbial invasion of the amniotic cavity by Khoury, Alfred

“…Receiver-operator characteristic curve analysis, logistic regression analysis, and Cox's proportional-hazards model were used to explore the relationship between several explanatory and outcome variables. …”
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Rescue cerclage by Khoury, Alfred

“…Advanced dilation of 3 cm and/or prolapsed membranes (n = 18) did not decrease the likelihood of reaching 28 weeks. Mean gestational age at delivery for this subset of patients was 30.7 ± 7.2 weeks. …”
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Mortality and associated risk factors of COVID-19 infection in dialysis patients in Qatar: A nationwide cohort study by Tarek Abdel Latif Ghonimi (16328413)

“…Mortality due to COVID-19 among our dialysis cohort was 15%. Univariate Cox regression analysis for risk factors associated with COVID-19-related death  in dialysis patients showed significant increases in risks with age (OR 1.077, CI 95%(1.018– 1.139), p = 0.01), CHF and COPD (both same OR 8.974, CI 95% (1.039–77.5), p = 0.046), history of DVT (OR 5.762, CI 95% (1.227–27.057), p = 0.026), Atrial fibrillation (OR 7.285, CI 95%(2.029–26.150), p = 0.002), hypoxia (OR: 16.6; CI 95%(3.574–77.715), p = <0.001), ICU admission (HR30.8, CI 95% (3.9–241.2), p = 0.001), Mechanical ventilation (HR 50.07 CI 95% (6.4–391.2)), p<0.001) and using inotropes(HR 19.17, CI 95% (11.57–718.5), p<0.001). …”

Food safety knowledge attitude and practices of oncology nurses, in Lebanese hospitals by Angy, Mallah

“…Knowledge scores were higher among nurses holding a graduate degree (mean = 85; p < 0.05), and those who attended a training course (mean = 79; p < 0.05). …”
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The effect of self-reported flossing behavior on cardiovascular disease events and mortality Findings from the 2009-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys by Nebu, Philip

“…Participants who answered the flossing question were divided into 4 groups according to their frequency of flossing: not flossing (0 d/wk); occasional flossing (1-3 d/wk); frequent flossing (4-6 d/wk); and daily flossing (7 d/wk). Multiple logistic regression and Cox proportional hazard regression were used for analysis. …”
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Adherence as a Predictor of Glycemic Control Among Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes: A Retrospective Study Using Real-world Evidence by Sohayla A. Ibrahim (17380351)

“…The combined effect of the determinants of glycemic control among adolescents with T1DM that were included in the multiple regression model was able to explain approximately 9% of the variances in glycemic control (Cox and Snell R2 = 0.092).…”

Sex differences on quality of life and mental health outcomes when using a brief cognitive-behavioral skill building intervention with adolescent Syrian refugees: a secondary analy... by Kazandjian, Chant

“…Among males only, significant decreases in depression and anxiety scores were observed with significant improvement in total QOL.…”
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Food safety knowledge attitude and practices of oncology nurses, in Lebanese hospitals by Angy Mallah (17831954)

“…Knowledge scores were higher among nurses holding a graduate degree (mean = 85; p < 0.05), and those who attended a training course (mean = 79; p < 0.05). …”

Epidemiology and Survival of Colorectal Cancer in Lebanon: A Sub-National Retrospective Analysis by Chatila, Rajaa

“…The cox regression showed while controlling for age and gender that patients diagnosed at stage IV had a hazard ratio of 8.81 (3.20–24.22) compared to those who were diagnosed at stage I (P = .047). …”
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Combined anticoagulant and antiplatelet therapy is associated with an improved outcome in hospitalised patients with COVID-19 by Matli, Kamal

“…Results 242 patients were included in the study and divided into four subgroups: Therapeutic anticoagulation (TAC), prophylactic anticoagulation+antiplatelet (PACAP), TAC+antiplatelet (TACAP) and prophylactic anticoagulation (PAC) which was the reference for comparison. Multivariable Cox regression analysis and propensity matching were done and showed when compared with PAC, TACAP and TAC were associated with less in-hospital all-cause mortality with an adjusted HR (aHR) of 0.113 (95% CI 0.028 to 0.449) and 0.126 (95% CI 0.028 to 0.528), respectively. …”
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Risk Factors for Acute Pancreatitis Following Intragastric Balloon Insertion: A 7-Year Retrospective Cohort Study by Yousef Yahia (19756989)

“…</p><h3>Methods</h3><p dir="ltr">A retrospective time-to-event study was conducted over 7 years, encompassing patients who received IGBs between January 2017 and 2024. Cox regression analyses were performed to identify risk factors. …”

Investigating the impact of remittance outflows and oil price on economic growth in Gulf Cooperation Council countries by Mouyad Alsamara (17823668)

“…These findings have significant implications for labor markets and nationalization policies in the GCC countries.…”