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Evaluating the degree of difficulty of laparoscopic colorectal surgery
Published 2008“…These concerns have now been addressed in randomized controlled trials that have shown that the laparoscopic approach is associated with the same significant short-term benefits without a compromise in oncological long-term outcomes.7- 10 It is therefore anticipated that there will be an increased demand for laparoscopic colorectal procedures in the future, with many surgeons entering this field. …”
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Proteomic Characterization Of Clinical Candida glabrata Isolates With Varying Degrees Of Virulence And Resistance To Fluconazole
Published 2024“…Candida glabrata, an opportunistic fungal pathogen, is a significant contributor to mortality among individuals with weakened immune systems. …”
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The Role of Project Management Soft Skills in Increasing Project Success
Published 2017“…As the world economy shifts towards an increasingly globalised market, the degree of competition becomes a more significant challenge which organisations face. …”
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Implementation of corporate governance rules and procedures in lebanese firms
Published 2014“…The results suggest that, in order to enhance and improve the implementation level of corporate governance disclosures, Lebanese firms should increase the level of knowledge and education of corporate governance benefits, especially at the top management level. …”
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Efficacy and safety of the newer oral hypoglycemic agents in patients with T2DM during Ramadan: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Published 2020“…Glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) agonist therapy was associated with a significant decrease in Hb<sub>A1c</sub> (%) (SMD -0.68) and a non-significant decrease in weight (kg) (SMD -2.57) and systolic blood pressure (SBP) (mmHg) (SMD -3.50) after Ramadan. …”
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Diabetes mellitus and renal failure
Published 2001“…Independent of the degree of renal failure, a fall in the glomerular filtration rate was also associated with increased aortic PWV. …”
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Walking around the preferred speed: examination of metabolic, perceptual, spatiotemporal and stability parameters
Published 2024“…While metabolic, perceptual and spatiotemporal values were sensitive to the smallest change in speed (i.e., 0.5 km·h<sup>−1)</sup>, a significant increase in the rate of carbohydrate oxidation and decrease in % fat oxidation were only observed at speeds above PWS. …”
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Pharmacological evaluation of aqueous extract of Althaea officinalis flower grown in Lebanon
Published 2011“…Increasing the dose to 500 mg/kg body weight caused a significant decrease in stool water content. No adverse effect on liver enzymes was observed. …”
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Spatial and temporal assessment of metal pollution in the sediments of the Qaraoun reservoir, Lebanon
Published 2016“…Total metal concentrations and the environmental indices indicated increased pollution with time. Total organic carbon data showed a remarkable and significant increase in the organic fraction in 2013 relative to previous years. …”
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Oral contraceptive pills and possible adverse effects
Published 2014“…Since their introduction to the market, there have been significant changes in the drug content and formulations of these products, in part to decrease the risk of adverse effects. …”
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Elemental distributions in the marine sediments off Doha, Qatar: role of urbanisation and coastal dynamics
Published 2024“…The Geoaccumulation Index resulted in a slight pollution of Cd, while other elements are unpolluted. The Degree of Contamination reveals low degree of contamination of sediments, and the Pollution Load Index illustrates no significant pollution in the sediments off Doha.…”
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Willingness to Pay for Clean Air: Evidence from the UK
Published 2023“…Results show that increases in NO2, PM10 and PM2.5 significantly decrease the odds of longterm happiness and short-term mental health in the UK. …”
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Occupational Violence at Lebanese Emergency Departments
Published 2011“…Exposure to verbal abuse was associated with serious outcomes including significantly higher levels of occupational burnout and an increased likelihood to quit current job. …”
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Potential Medical Applications of Chitooligosaccharides
Published 2022“…COS can be produced through enzymatic conversions using chitinases, physical and chemical applications, or a combination of these strategies. COS is of significant interest for pharmacological and medical applications due to its increased water solubility and non-toxicity, with a wide range of bioactivities, including antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, neuroprotective, anticancer, and antioxidant effects. …”
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Competition vs cooperation: An agent based model for sustainable tomatoes’ import system
Published 2024“…Based on the research findings, a competitive global market can bring economic benefits to Qatar as an importing nation, but this approach also entails substantial <u>water consumption</u> and results in significant environmental emissions. …”
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The antiproliferative and pro-apoptotic effect of kefir on human leukemic cell lines. (c2008)
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