Browsing Research Week 2023 by Title
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Demographics of individuals refusing cancer treatment and reported pain compared to those in treatment: An analysis of the 2017-2020 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: More than 1.6 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year.1 Despite the different treatment options available for cancer, many individuals refuse treatment for various reasons. However, there is little ... -
Depression screening scores in osteopathic medical students
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Purpose: As burnout of health-care workers continues to rise, checking the mental health of future health care providers may provide insight into the future of burnout trends. Our study seeks to determine the relationship ... -
Determination of presence of ADAMTS7 in several human cell lines
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: According to studies, ADAMTS7 is associated with coronary atherosclerotic diseases. To understand the regulation of ADAMTS7, we have cultured the following laboratory available human cell lines to 3 or 4 passages: ... -
Development of an orally administered nanoparticle vaccine to combat clostridioides difficile infections
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clostridioides difficile is a gram+, spore forming, toxin producing anaerobe that is found throughout the environment. C. difficile is the leading agent of hospital acquired infections. Symptoms of C. difficile infection ... -
Disparities in diabetic foot examinations: A cross-sectional analysis of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a growing problem in the US and causes serious health complications such as cardiovascular disease, end-stage renal disease, peripheral neuropathy, foot ulcers, and amputations. There ... -
Do all bunions need surgery? An investigation of Google searches for Hallux Valgus
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: Hallux valgus (HV) or a bunion is one of the most common forefoot deformities. Approximately one in four adults will develop HV with a higher prevalence in adult females. Given the high prevalence of HV along ... -
Doxycycline vs. penicillin G benzathine for the treatment of syphilis in patients with HIV
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: Syphilis is a highly prevalent sexually transmitted infection which can lead to serious health complications if not treated effectively. Historically, penicillin G benzathine has been the primary agent used to ... -
Effect menstrual cycles phases have on ligament laxity as a risk factor for ACL injuries in female athletes: A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Women are 2-6 times at a higher risk of suffering from an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) rupture compared to men; hormonal factors are thought to predispose them to this injury. Given the ramifications ... -
Effect of aerobic exercise for improving concussion symptoms compared to traditional rest or placebo-like stretching in adolescents
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Children under the age of 18 are still developing physically, cognitively, neurologically, and emotionally. When adolescents obtain a concussion, it can hinder their developmental skills and put them at ... -
Effect of hip range of motion on upper extremity pitching kinematics
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Baseball pitchers suffer from a variety of upper extremity injuries. It is hypothesized that deficits in hip range of motion can lead to compensations in the upper extremity, increasing injury risk. -
Effect of vitamin D supplementation on Serum 25(OH)D and its association with stress fractures in high-risk, physically active adults: A critically appraised topic
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: In collegiate athletic and military populations alike, the repetitive and intense training increase the risk of experiencing a stress fracture. Stress fractures are an overuse injury resulting from ... -
Effectiveness of global postural re-education in reducing chronic non-specific low back pain and improving daily function in adults
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Clinical Scenario: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common complaints in adults. Research indicates that the implementation of global postural re-education may decrease pain in those with chronic low back pain and ... -
Effects of gender and age on the progress of depression and anxiety measures across treatment sessions
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: Depression and anxiety are among the most common disorders affecting the U.S. population. They can severely impact an individual’s daily life, which causes them to seek treatment. Treatment centers will use ... -
Effects of statin therapies on individuals taking antipsychotics: A systematic review
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: Patients with a severe mental illness (SMI) taking antipsychotics may develop side effects such as dyslipidemia. Our objective is to provide an update to a previous systematic review showing statin therapy ... -
Endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism journals adherence to reporting guidelines: A systematic review
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: Clinicians rely on evidence-based research for clinical practice to ensure safe, efficacious patient care. Reporting guidelines and clinical trial registration improve the quality of this research by increasing ... -
Endometrial receptivity testing and subsequent adjustment to window of implantation timing improve pregnancy success rates of women undergoing assisted reproductive technology
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: For decades, REI research focused solely on the creation of a viable embryo to increase pregnancy rates. Recently, research has identified the impact of endometrial adhesion molecule expression during the ... -
Evaluation of adherence to reporting guidelines among immunology journals: A meta-epidemiological study
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: Reporting guidelines and trial registration policies have been used to reduce bias and improve the quality of published research. It is unclear how well immunology and allergy journals adhere to the use of these ... -
Factors associated with health inequities in access to kidney transplantation in the USA: A scoping review
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Background: The kidney is the most needed organ for transplantation in the United States. However, demand and scarcity of this organ has caused significant inequities for historically marginalized groups. In this review, ... -
Family medicine journals’ adherence to reporting guidelines and trial registration: A systematic review
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Reporting guidelines have been developed as a method of mitigating inadequate reporting quality. Reporting guidelines such as the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) for randomized control trials have shown ... -
Feasibility of using biomarkers to examine associations between commercial cigarette smoking and glycemic levels during a smoking cessation attempt
(Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, 2023-02-17)Introduction: American Indians have a higher prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and commercial cigarette smoking compared to other racial groups. The complex relationship between smoking, cessation, and glycemic ...