Research Insights

This section focuses on recent global studies and discoveries in the various fields of healthcare.

Patient perceptions of physical activity after patent foramen ovale (PFO)-associated stroke and transcatheter closure: A qualitative study

The presence of a patent foramen ovale PFO in the heart is a risk factor for stroke due to the potential for paradoxical embolism Given the implication of the heart in PFOassociated stroke and transcatheter

Data subdivision approach enhances machine learning-based mortality prediction in pediatric ICU patients

To evaluate machine learningbased models for predicting allcause mortality in pediatric ICU patients using comprehensive biochemical panels

Automatic early detection of pathological signs following primary total hip arthroplasty using radiographs, clinical scores, and comorbidities

The growing prevalence of total hip arthroplasty THA revisions along with their generally poorer outcomes compared to primary procedures emphasizes the urgent need for early detection of primary THA failure

Computer-aided diagnosis system for thoracic computed tomography of rib fractures in older emergency patients: A preliminary study

The peculiarities of older individuals related to osteoporosis and hyperostosis may lead to a higher rate of misdiagnosis of rib fractures on computed tomography CT images in older than in middleagedyoung people

Dressing-induced hemodynamic instability in patients with heart failure: Implications for nursing care

Heart failure HF restricts activities of daily living impacting prognosis and quality of life Dressing requires sustained upperlimb movements postural transitions and finemotor tasks that may impose cardiovascular

Comparison of local large language models for extraction of signs and symptoms data from electronic health records

Electronic health records EHRs provide a large source of data that can be used for research purposes Extraction of information from unstructured clinical notes in EHRs can be automated by large language models LLMs

Patient perspectives on delays in care for kidney stones: A qualitative analysis

Traditional insurance claims dataset analyses have exposed disparities in treatment delays for kidney stones along lines of socioeconomic status particularly among patients who are underinsured andor racialethnic minorities

Patients’ preference for receiving healthcare services from out-of-area hospitals based on the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP): A mixed-methods study

Meeting patients needs and expectations is one of the core responsibilities of healthcare delivery organizations in any region Patients have two options for receiving services either they go to hospitals

The journey to diagnosis and care of functional neurological disorder (FND)

Functional neurological disorder FND is a common condition associated with high disability and healthcare costs and poor treatment access This qualitative study aimed to explore participants

Patient perceptions and knowledge of corticosteroid injections: A cross-sectional survey study

Although cortisone injections are commonly used patient understanding of cortisone is variable and often affected by misconceptions This study explores patient perspectives identifies misconceptions