On average, our sample was taller in comparison with UK reference data of the early 1990s (P < 0.05 in both sexes), but did not differ in BMI (Table 1). Relative to WHO reference data however, both sexes had greater weight and BMI SDS but were not taller. The numbers ...
4 and 5). The maximum and minimum values of the pre- and postoperative HKA of the study population, and the 25–75% interval are shown in Fig. 5. The tibial plateau was divided into three equal zones (lateral = L, central = C, medial = M). The mechanical axis that ...
This fact also offers a great opportunity in terms of resource protection, since a clever adaption to soil substrate and climatic factors can be considered a valuable option to adapt and mitigate the impact of climate change and to face socio-economic demands of a growing population. In ...
In this analysis, we have used data of 2302 deaths for which verbal autopsy was performed (population aged 12 years or older). For each deceased, age, gender, cause of death, and date of death were obtained. International classification of Diseases (ICD)-10 codes were assigned by a physici...
For example, approximately 25% of US residents and half of the population of North Carolina utilize septic systems [1]. Conventional-style septic systems collect raw wastewater and discharge septic tank effluent to the subsurface. Pollutants in the effluent are treated in soil via various processes...
It is also likely that social desirability bias played a greater role in the 24HR, which were conducted by a dietitian via telephone interview, than the FFQs, which were self-administered online. This may explain some of the proportional bias; that participants who reported the highest sugars ...