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Trustworthiness In The Future: The Enduring Principles, Values, And Virtues Of Professionalism In Medicine, Thomas J. Nasca, Charles W. Thomas

Department of Medicine Faculty Papers

No abstract provided.

Cover And Contents

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Lactulose Hydrogen Breath Test Findings In Children And Adolescents With Duodenogastric Reflux And Suspected Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: A Pilot Study ​, Hati̇ce Yilmaz Dağli, Zafer Şahi̇n, Dudu Duygu Ci̇van, Reha Artan, Aygen Yilmaz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: This study aimed to identify small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) in children and adolescents with persistent symptoms of duodenogastric reflux disease (DGRD).

Materials and methods: Patients aged 5–18 years who were diagnosed with DGRD between 2021 and 2023 were identified. Patients with two or more of 10 symptoms suggestive of SIBO (nausea, vomiting, weight loss, diarrhea, fatigue, joint pain, bloating, depression, acne rosacea, malnutrition) underwent lactulose hydrogen breath testing (LHBT).

Results: A total of 112 patients with DGRD were identified. Seven patients who could not be reached via the telemedicine method were excluded from the study. LHBT was not …

Delta Lactate-To-Albumin Ratio Predicts Major Complications In Patients With Cytoreductive Surgery And Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy ​, Aytaç Polat, Selcuk Gulmez, Deni̇z Avan, Azi̇z Serkan Senger, Orhan Uzun, Mursi̇t Di̇ncer, Nuri̇ Havan, Erdal Polat, Mustafa Duman

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC) imposes substantial physiological stress and carries a high risk of major postoperative complications. This study aimed to evaluate the predictive value of the delta lactate-to-albumin ratio (ΔLAR) for major complications following CRS/HIPEC.

Materials and methods: This retrospective cohort study evaluated 150 consecutive adult patients undergoing CRS/HIPEC. Δ-Lactate was calculated as the difference between arterial lactate levels measured before general anesthesia induction and at the end of surgery. ΔLAR was calculated by dividing Δ-lactate by serum albumin measured at 6–9 h postoperatively. Major postoperative complications were defined as Clavien–Dindo grade ≥III complications within …

Reporting Consistency And Functional Interpretation In Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Of Older Adults With Heart Failure ​, Ahmet Aykut

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Intrafamilial Variability In Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease Due To A Shared Pkd1 Mutation: A Potential Signal Of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 (Sglt2) Inhibitor Benefit ​, Sai̇de Eli̇f Güllülü Boz, Hande Aypek, Gökhan Öngen, Gülşah Çeçener, Alparslan Ersoy, Abdulmeci̇t Yildiz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Appendix: Montana Science Teachers Association (Msta) Presentation, 2026, Garon C. Smith

G. Wiz’s Book of Spells

This appendix contains the PowerPoint file that was presented as the keynote address to the Montana Science Teachers Association at the Montan Federation of Public Employees convention on October 15, 2026 at Charles M. Russell High School in Great Falls. The talk that accompanied the slides was focused on how I use dramatic demos to introduce a new concept to my class. If you can capture their interest going into a new unit by letting them experience first-hand what its content concerns, you are more likely to keep them engaged. It gives them a real experience to associate with abstract …

Effect Of Multiple Uses And Sterilization Of Abutment-Level Peek Implant Scan Bodies On Complete-Arch Intraoral Digital Scans Trueness: An In Vitro Study, Georgio Zeidan, Maryse Nassif, Ghida Lawand, Hani Tohme

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introduction: Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implant scanbodies (ISBs) offer favorable optical properties for digital impressions but may be susceptible to wear and dimensional changes with repeated clinical use and sterilization. While previous studies have examined these variables separately, no investigation has simultaneously evaluated their combined effects on abutment-level PEEK ISBs in complete-arch implant situations.

Aim: To evaluate the effect of multiple uses and autoclave sterilization of abutment-level PEEK implants can bodies on the trueness of complete-arch intraoral digital scans in an in vitro setting.

Methods: A maxillary edentulous reference cast with four implants in an All-on-4 configuration was fabricated …

Lived Experiences Of Transformational Leaders In Rural Agribusiness During Economic Uncertainty, Gina Hayes-Walton

College of Business

This qualitative hermeneutic phenomenological study explored how transformational leaders in rural agribusiness understood and interpreted their leadership role and which behaviors they identified as meaningful for sustaining their organizations during the economic uncertainty spanning March 2020 through December 2023. Rural agribusinesses in Alabama's Black Belt operate with limited capital, aging infrastructure, and constrained access to institutional resources, conditions that place unusual weight on internal leadership capacity. Twelve agribusiness leaders with decision-making authority in producer, distributor, and supplier operations across the 18-county Black Belt region completed individual semi-structured interviews. Leadership responsibility extended beyond the individual enterprise to land, workforce, and community, …

2026 Open Access Month Presentation, Jennifer Jordan

Open Access Week

No abstract provided.

Ronald Emrit V. Kim Kardashian

2026 Decisions

USDC for the Western District of Pennsylvania

David Moss V. Jeanne E. Moss

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Lillie Coley V. Supreme Court Of New Jersey

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Sylvester Tuohy V. New Jersey Division Of Taxation

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Myron Crisdon V. North Gate 1 Apartments

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

George Arsenis V. Blue Foundry Bancorp

2026 Decisions

USDC for the District of New Jersey

Words And Places That Shape Behavior, Nicole J. Olynk Widmar,, Michael L. Smith, Erin Robinson

Purdue University Press Books

Words and Places That Shape Behavior, the sixth installment in the Consumer Corner series, brings the concept of place to the forefront, connecting what people say to where they actually go. By combining insights from online and social media conversations with real-world foot traffic data, the book reveals how consumers’ stated preferences align with—or diverge from—their actions..

From the rhythms of back-to-school shopping and childcare to the draw of state fairs, lakes, and local landmarks, this book explores how everyday choices shape the places where people gather and spend their time. It examines seasonal shopping and dining trends, what …

Efficacy Of Diode Laser As An Adjunct To Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy In The Treatment Of Stage Ii And Iii Periodontitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Heba Samir, Ayat Gamal-Abdelnaser, Marwa Elsayed

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: The goal of periodontal therapy is to reduce the bacterial deposits in the pockets; which is mainly achieved by non surgical periodontal therapy (NSPT). Despite effective, it may sometimes be insufficient. Laser offered several advantages as bactericidal, disinfectant and healing accelerator. The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of the use of adjunctive diode laser to NSPT compared to NSPT alone in the treatment of periodontitis.

Methods: In this randomized controlled study with parallel groups, 12 periodontitis patients were randomly assigned to either control group (NSPT only, n=6) or intervention group (laser + NSPT, …

Influence Of Head Posture In Sitting And Standing Positions On The Vertical Dimension Of Rest Value In Dentate Patients: A Comparative Clinical Study, Mia Bardawil, Carole Abi Ghosn, Jihad Fakhouri

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introduction: This study investigates the value of the vertical dimension of rest (VDR) in dentate patients in different head postures, supported and unsupported by the headrest of the dental chair, as well as in standing position.

Methods: The VDR was measured and compared in 60 dentate individuals aged 20–25 in different positions (sitting with and without head support, and standing) three times per position. The head was aligned according to the Frankfurt plane when unsupported or standing. Data were analyzed using the Shapiro-Wilk test for normality and ANOVA to assess the effects of posture, gender, and their interaction. …

The Immediate Impact Of Fixed Appliances And Aligners On Perioral Soft Tissues And Speech: A Comparative Approach, Nissi Gurindapalli, Lakshmi Mani Kumari Nachu, Divya Bhavani Vasamsetti, Ramesh Kumar Budumuru, Lakshmi Manojna Nachu, Mohan Kumar Pasupuleti

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Background and Objective: Facial aesthetics and self-presentation assume significant importance in modern society and augmenting interest in orthodontic treatment practices. Fixed labial, or regular, appliances, namely braces, and clear aligners are the most common orthodontic modalities, and these two vary in their effects on perioral soft tissues and speech. The objective of this study was to compare the immediate effects of fixed labial appliances and clear aligners on perioral soft tissues and speech.

Methods: Anin-vivo comparative study was conducted at Vishnu Dental College. The samples included an equal number of orthodontic patients who were randomly allocated into two …

Comparative Evaluation Of The Effect Of Different Desensitising Methods On The Retention Of Crowns Cemented With Resin Modified Gic: An In-Vitro Study, Zainab Inayatullah, Kartika N. Kumar, Punit Rs Khurana, Anju Aggarwal, Aditya Chaudhary, Naila Perween

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introductions: This in vitro study aimed to evaluate and compare the effect of three different desensitizing methods— Admira Protect, dentin bonding agent (Tetric N Bond), and diode laser—on the retention of porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns cemented with resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC).

Methods: Forty extracted, non-carious human premolars were prepared for full-coverage crowns and divided into four groups (n = 10): Group I (Control, no desensitizer), Group II (Admira Protect), Group III (Dentin bonding agent), and Group IV (Diode laser). Standardized tooth preparations were performed and PFM crowns were fabricated and cemented using RMGIC (RelyX Luting 2, 3M ESPE). …

Interdisciplinary, Delphi-Driven Consensus Guidelines On The Use Of Intravenous Ketamine Infusions For Depressive Disorders From The American Society Of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists, And Practitioners (Askp3), David S Mathai, Madeleine Cluck, Amna M Aslam, Erin Amato, Arsalan Azam, Michael Banov, Kathleen A Barrett, Carl J Bonnett, David Feifel, Nicolas Grundmann, H Samuel Ko, Rupert Mcshane, Sandhya Prashad, Tatiana Santini, Lowan H Stewart, Patrick Sullivan, Stefany D Wolfsohn, Jill O Robinson, Amy L Mcguire, L Alison Mcinnes

Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy Staff Publications

Background: Off-label use of intravenous ketamine (IVK) for depression is a widespread practice with limited regulation in the United States. There is an urgent need for current, evidence-informed treatment guidelines to facilitate patient safety, clinical decision-making, and care quality in real-world contexts.

Methods: The American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists and Practitioners (ASKP3) convened an interdisciplinary working committee tasked with creating guidelines for use of IVK for depression in outpatient settings. Guideline development followed a two-stage process: 1) a hybrid systematic and targeted evidence review and preliminary drafting by the committee, and 2) consensus refinement through a modified Delphi method …

Spectator 2026-10-15, Editors Of The Spectator

The Spectator

No abstract provided.

Spartan Daily, October 15, 2026, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily, 2026

Volume 167, Issue 24

2026-10-15 Fair Pricing Policy Protects Grocery Store Customers, Mattħew Mai

The Spectator Online

No abstract provided.

Quaker Campus, October 15, 2026 (Vol. 25, Issue 4), Whittier College

Quaker Campus

No abstract provided.

Infographic: Australian’S Views Of The Teaching Profession, Dominique Russell

Teacher infographics

The third annual Australian Beliefs and Attitudes Towards Science survey asked 1,255 adult respondents about their beliefs and attitudes towards science and various professions, including teachers. Here, we share some of their responses.

Collateral Circulation As A Predictor Of Reperfusion Injury: Insights From Mechanical Thrombectomy In Stroke Patients ​, Eli̇f Uzun Ata, Asi̇ye Sözeri̇, Gürdal Orhan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association between collateral circulation (CC) status on preprocedural brain CT angiography (BCTA) and the development of postthrombectomy hemorrhagic transformation (HeT) and contrast extravasation (CE) in patients with acute ischemic stroke.

Materials and methods: This retrospective, single-center study included 185 patients with middle cerebral artery occlusion who underwent mechanical thrombectomy (MT) between February 2019 and October 2022 and achieved complete angiographic reperfusion with a final Thrombolysis in Cerebral Infarction grade of 3. Preprocedural CC was assessed on biphasic BCTA using a modified threecategory grading approach and classified as good, moderate, or …

Clinical And Prognostic Significance Of Glomerulonephritis In Clinically Indicated Kidney Allograft Biopsies ​, Hati̇ce Şahi̇n, Fatma Ayerden Ebi̇nç, Gülay Ulusal Okyay, Emre Yaşar, Ebru Gök Oğuz, Fevzi̇ Coşkun Sökmen, Kadi̇r Gökhan Atilgan, Ebru Şebnem Ayva, Mehmet Deni̇z Ayli

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Posttransplant glomerulonephritis (GN) is an underrecognized but clinically important cause of allograft dysfunction. It remains uncertain whether GN detected in a clinically indicated kidney allograft biopsy provides prognostic information beyond graft function and chronic histological injury. The present study evaluates the association between biopsy-detected GN and death-censored graft loss.

Materials and methods: Included in this retrospective single-center study were kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) who underwent clinically indicated allograft biopsy between May 2012 and October 2025. The primary outcome was death-censored graft loss, defined as a return to kidney replacement therapy. Postbiopsy graft survival was assessed using Kaplan–Meier analysis and …

Patterns And Clinical Outcomes Of Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections: A 5-Year Single-Center Cohort Study ​, Mert Can Rador, Ahmet Can Tuzluklu, Gaye Fi̇li̇nte, Kaan Gi̇deroğlu, Alperen Kahraman, Bi̇lal Eryildirim, Hasan Fehmi̇ Küçük

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Necrotizing soft tissue infections are uncommon but rapidly lethal, and their perineal form, Fournier’s gangrene, is most often referred for reconstruction. Whether routine admission findings identify the highest-risk patients more accurately than severity scores remains uncertain, and whether sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, which are widely used in patients with diabetes, influence clinical outcomes also remains unclear.

Materials and methods: We retrospectively studied consecutive adults with necrotizing soft tissue infection at a tertiary referral center over 5 years. A subcohort of 70 patients who underwent plastic and reconstructive surgery was identified within the full institutional cohort of 137. Admission findings …