Preoperative Bevacizumab Does Not Significantly Increase Postoperative Complication Rates in Patients Undergoing Hepatic Surgery for Colorectal Cancer Liver Metastases by Kesmodel, Susan

“…Purpose Although bevacizumab (BV) increases survival rates when used with chemotherapy (CTX) in patients who have metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC), an increase in wound complications has been observed in patients who undergo surgery while receiving BV. …”
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Significance of microscopically incomplete resection margin after esophagectomy for esophageal cancer by Markar, Sheraz R.

“…There were significant differences between the groups in postoperative histology, with an increase in pathological stage III and TRG 4–5 in the R1 group. …”
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Policy Brief: Addressing Barriers and Empowering Entrepreneurs in Lebanon. by Haj Youssef, Moustafa

“…This policy brief examines the key factors influencing entrepreneurial success in Lebanon, focusing on gender dynamics, socio-cultural barriers, and systemic challenges. …”
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Barriers of Adopting Artificial Intelligence Tools in Engineering Construction Projects by ALKAABI, ABDULLA

“…Engineering construction projects using AI technologies create obstacles. Barriers prevent AI integration in construction. Insufficient knowledge and understanding of AI, data management and integration issues, legal and regulatory hurdles, financial considerations, reluctance to change, and interoperability issues all hinder AI system adoption and implementation. …”
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Breast cancer screening in Lebanon: Understanding knowledge, attitudes and barriers by Elias-Rizk, Tamina

“…Furthermore, 38.5 % encountered obstacles to mammography screening. Education significantly affected BC knowledge. Interestingly, increased knowledge of BC reduced barriers to mammographic screening. …”
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The Environmental Barriers to Active School Travel Among Private School Students in Dubai by ElBendary, Neveen Hassan

“…Among built environment features, street connectivity and traffic calming measures are significant factors. Since most of the private school students in Dubai are living beyond the walking distance threshold, it may be concluded that distance between home and school is the main barrier to AST.…”
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Breaking barriers: unveiling motivations, challenges and policy recommendations for women’s entrepreneurship in Vietnam by Christodoulou, Ioannis

“…Women’s entrepreneurship holds economic significance, driving local economies and creating opportunities. …”
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Policy Brief on Entrepreneurship in Lebanon Unlocking Potentials: Addressing Barriers and Empowering Entrepreneurs in Lebanon by Haj Youssef, Moustafa

“…However, many lack the necessary skills and resources to succeed, indicating the need for comprehensive training programs and increased access to startup capital. Key success factors for Lebanese entrepreneurs include access to funding, a supportive regulatory framework, and networking opportunities. …”
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The Association of Hypertension with Increased Mortality Rate During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Update with Meta-analysis by Ahmad R. Al-Qudimat (17337808)

“…</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p dir="ltr">This systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that hypertension may not be the only risk factor associated with the increased mortality rate during the COVID-19 pandemic. …”

Kefir exhibits anti‑proliferative and pro‑apoptotic effects on colon adenocarcinoma cells with no significant effects on cell migration and invasion by Khoury, Nathalie

“…Results from RT‑PCR showed that kefir decreases the expression of transforming growth factor α (TGF‑α); and transforming growth factor‑β1 (TGF‑β1) in HT‑29 cells. …”
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Predictors, barriers, and facilitators to refugee women’s employment and economic inclusion: A mixed methods systematic review by Areej Al-Hamad (17770842)

“…The qualitative synthesis uncovers three key themes: the meaning and significance of employment; barriers to employment; and facilitators and coping for employment. …”

Attitudes, motivators, and barriers toward influenza vaccination for children: a study from a conflict-ridden country by Wesam S. Ahmed (10170053)

“…The largest percentage of the participants who expressed hesitancy toward children’s vaccination cited multiple reasons to reject the vaccine (39.7%), with concerns regarding the safety of the vaccine being the predominant barrier to its acceptance for children (29.6%). On the other hand, motivating factors for vaccinating children included the validation of the vaccine’s safety and efficacy, endorsement of the vaccine by the government and physicians, integration of the vaccine into the national immunization program, and the provision of the vaccine free of charge and through schools. …”

Risk factors for microscopic hematuria in women by Ritcher, Lee A.

“…When stratifying the quantity of MH, women with increased red blood cells per high power field were more likely to have significant findings on their imaging results. …”
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Correlation of MPTP neurotoxicity in vivo with oxidation of MPTP by the brain and blood-brain barrier in vitro in five rat strains by Riachi, Naji J.

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Policy Brief on Entrepreneurship in UAE Fostering Inclusive Growth for Nascent Entrepreneurs in the UAE: Addressing Gender and Cultural Barriers by Haj Youssef, Moustafa

“…This paper highlights the significant progress the UAE has made in developing its entrepreneurial landscape while emphasizing persistent challenges faced by women. …”
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What drives cryptocurrency pump and dump schemes: Coin versus market factors? by Lanouar, Charfeddine

“…Additionally, the analysis shows that macroeconomic factors and specific time-related effects – such as Sundays, certain months, and the COVID-19 period – are significant in explaining the frequency of pump occurrences. …”
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12/15-Lipoxygenase-Derived Lipid Metabolites Induce Retinal Endothelial Cell Barrier Dysfunction: Contribution of NADPH Oxidase by Amira Othman (380131)

“…Treatment of REC with HETE also increased ROS generation and expression of NOX2 and pVEGF-R2 and decreased pSHP1 expression. …”

Increasing consultant-level staffing as a proportion of overall physician coverage improves emergency department length of stay targets by Dominic Jenkins (9983446)

“…</p><h3>Conclusions</h3><p dir="ltr">At the study site, in models that adjusted for overall on-duty EP numbers as well as myriad other operational factors, increasing numbers of on-duty Consultants was associated with a statistically and operationally significant reduction in ED LOS.…”

Motivational Factors Affecting Emirati English Learners by Watt, Rachael

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Auto-immunoproteomics analysis of COVID-19 ICU patients revealed increased levels of autoantibodies related to the male reproductive system by Frank Schmidt (207186)