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Effectiveness of Auricular Acupressure Combined with Medication and Medical Advice for Smoking Cessation

Sivapornpun V, Eamlaorsuk M, Junyapoon S

Specific auricular acupressure using Wang Bu Liu Xing combined with medication and medical advice is an effective and safe treatment method for relieving nicotine withdrawal symptoms (NWS).

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Association between Gender Affirmation, Parental Attachment, and Suicide-Related Behaviors in Individuals with Gender Dysphoria

Thitiseranee L, Kiatrungrit K, Thongpan M, Lorterapong P, Hataiyusuk S, Korpaisarn S, Chinthakanan O

The study demonstrates the overwhelming prevalence of NSSI, other self-harm behaviors, and suicidal ideation among individuals with gender dysphoria. Gender-affirming surgery and secure attachment with parents may contribute to lower rates of NSSI and suicidal ideation among them.

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Post-Operative Lower Eyelid Massage Versus Standard Care for Prevention of the Lower Eyelid Scar Contracture after Subciliary Approach in Traumatic Facial Fracture Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Kuawatcharawong N, Sirimaharaj W

Lower eyelid massage demonstrated potential benefits in preventing lower eyelid scar contracture following traumatic facial repair. However, its impact on eyelid malpositioning and comfort scores was not statistically significant in the present study. Further study with larger sample sizes is warranted to validate these findings.

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Clinical and Echocardiographic Predictors of the In-Hospital Mortality and the Association with the Microorganisms in Patients with Infective Endocarditis

Osateerakul A, Ratanasit N

Infective endocarditis (IE) remains a serious disease with the high mortality. The predictors of in-hospital mortality in patients with IE were age, renal insufficiency and high pulmonary artery systolic pressure.

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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Low Vitamin D Level in Adults with Epilepsy: A Cross-sectional Study at a Single Tertiary Neurological Center in Thailand

Aungsumart S, Yingsathapornanant J, Assavaveeradech K

The prevalence of low vitamin D levels in the present study was significantly higher than that observed in the previous studies, which is consistent with the findings of the recent studies in many countries. The authors strongly recommend screening for vitamin D levels in Thai adults with epilepsy, particularly in females. Early diagnosis and management of this condition are beneficial for patients with epilepsy and can help mitigate the various complications resulting from low vitamin D levels.