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Factors affecting the Degree of Conversion of 1 Universal Adhesives
(2019)Universal adhesives are advertised as having a simplified application technique, however all still require multiple steps. This study tested the effect of solvent evaporation, oxygen inhibition layer (OIL) formation, and ... -
Factors and signals regulating expression of the pro-hypertrophic, high molecular weight FGF-2, by human cardiac myofibroblasts
(2012-03-12)Bacl{gl'Ound. Chronic activation of the renin-aogiotensin-aldosterone axis causes maladaptive cardiac remodeling leading to heart failure. This is partially due to the conversion of cardiac fibroblasts to an 'activated' ... -
Factors associated with cyber-victimization among immigrants and non-immigrants in Canada: a cross-sectional nationally-representative study
(2020-10-16)Abstract Objectives There is a paucity of research on patterns of cyber-victimization in minority groups, including immigrants. This study aimed to identify individual, ... -
Factors associated with reporting of the Prevention of Falls Network Europe (ProFaNE) core outcome set domains in randomized trials on falls in older people: a citation analysis and correlational study
(2022-08-26)Abstract Background Core outcome sets are advocated as a means to standardize outcome reporting across randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and reduce selective outcome ... -
Factors Associated with Spontaneous Clearance of Hepatitis C Virus in Chinese Population
(2014-7-16)Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections spontaneously clear in approximately 15–45% of infected individuals. Factors which influence spontaneous HCV clearance remain to be identified. The purpose of the present study was to ... -
Factors influencing H1N1 vaccine behavior among Manitoba Metis in Canada: a qualitative study
(2015-02-12)Abstract Background During the first wave of the H1N1 influenza pandemic in 2009, Aboriginal populations in Canada experienced disproportionate rates of infection, particularly ... -
Factors obstetricians, family physicians and midwives consider when counselling women about a trial of labour after caesarean and planned repeat caesarean: a qualitative descriptive study
(2020-06-18)Abstract Background Repeat caesarean sections (CSs) are major contributors to the high rate of CS in Canada and globally. Women’s decisions to have a planned repeat CS (PRCS) or a trial of labour after CS (TOLAC) are ... -
Factors that influence Canadian physician assistants to practice rurally: a survey response
(2020)Introduction: A shortage of healthcare professionals is thought to be a driving force behind access barriers in rural Canada. The use of Physician assistants (PAs) as healthcare providers in remote areas can help mitigate ... -
Fast tracking in cardiac surgery: is it safe?
(2022-04-06)Abstract Background While fast track clinical pathways have been demonstrated to reduce resource utilization in patients undergoing cardiac surgery, it remains unclear as to ... -
Feasibility and acceptability of commonly used screening instruments to identify frailty among community-dwelling older people: a mixed methods study
(2020-04-22)Abstract Background Frailty exposes older people to an elevated risk of a range of negative outcomes. Emerging evidence that frailty can be effectively treated within community settings has stimulated calls for more ... -
Feasibility and Success of Hiv Point-of-Care Testing in an Emergency Department in an Urban Canadian Setting
(2013-1-1)BACKGROUND: Approximately 26% of Canadians living with HIV are unaware of their status. Point-of-care (POC) HIV tests have been introduced to simplify and expand HIV testing.OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the feasibility and ... -
Feasibility of the Enhancing Participation In the Community by improving Wheelchair Skills (EPIC Wheels) program: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
(2013-10-24)Abstract Background Many older adults rely on a manual wheelchair for mobility but typically receive little, if any, training on how to use their wheelchair effectively and independently. ... -
Fertility and family planning in Uttar Pradesh, India: major progress and persistent gaps
(2019-08-23)Abstract Background Uttar Pradesh (UP) is the most populous state in India with historically high levels of fertility rates than the national average. Though fertility levels ... -
Fibrothorax and Severe Lung Restriction Secondary to Lupus Pleuritis and Its Successful Treatment by Pleurectomy
(2002-1-1)Pleural disease is a common pulmonary manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that usually responds to corticosteroids and other immunosuppressive agents. In the present report, a new approach, pleural ... -
Fidaxomicin: A Novel Agent for the Treatment of Clostridium difficile Infection
(2015-1-1)BACKGROUND: Due to the limitations of existing treatment options for Clostridium difficile infection (CDI), new therapies are needed.OBJECTIVE: To review the available data on fidaxomicin regarding chemistry, mechanisms ... -
Field note use in family medicine residency training: learning needs revealed or avoided?
(2021-08-27)Abstract Background Field notes (FNs) are used in Family Medicine residency programs to foster reflective learning and facilitate formative assessment. Residents assess their ... -
Filtering genetic variants and placing informative priors based on putative biological function
(2016-02-03)Abstract High-density genetic marker data, especially sequence data, imply an immense multiple testing burden. This can be ameliorated by filtering genetic variants, exploiting or accounting for correlations ... -
First Nations and Metis peoples’ access and equity challenges with early childhood oral health: a qualitative study
(2021-06-07)Abstract Background Inequities in early childhood oral health are evident amongst Indigenous peoples and communities in Manitoba, Canada. Early childhood caries (ECC) is decay ... -
Fish Oil Mediated Cardiovascular Complications in ApoEKO Mice
(2012-03-12)BACKGROUND: Atherosclerosis is the principle cause of cardiovascular disease. Due to their spontaneous development of atherosclerosis, apolipoprotein E knockout mice (ApoEKO) are one of the best studied animal models of ... -
Fit-for-purpose curated database application in mass spectrometry-based targeted protein identification and validation
(2014-07-10)Abstract Background Mass spectrometry (MS) is a very sensitive and specific method for protein identification, biomarker discovery, and biomarker validation. Protein identification is commonly ...