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This study tested whether a newer 3D breast X-ray (tomosynthesis) is better than standard 2D mammography at finding breast cancer early in women aged 45-74. Over 26,000 women participated. The goal was to see if the 3D method reduces the number of advanced cancers and cancers fou…

This study tested a new way to biopsy suspicious breast calcifications (tiny calcium spots) found on mammograms. The new method uses contrast dye to guide the biopsy, while the standard method uses X-ray guidance. The goal was to see which method more accurately samples the most …

This study tested whether a sitting position that centers the hip joints can prevent hip dislocation in children with severe cerebral palsy who cannot walk. Seventeen children aged 1 to 6 years took part. Researchers compared the special sitting method to standard care over two y…

This study looked at how freezing changes platelets (blood cells that help stop bleeding) for possible use in cancer patients. Ten healthy donors gave platelets, which were frozen, thawed, and tested in a lab. The goal was to see if frozen platelets still work well enough to prev…

This study looked at how braces (orthoses) affect sitting, standing, and walking in 80 people with spinal muscular atrophy types 2 and 3. Researchers reviewed past medical records to see when and how often these skills were achieved. The goal was to better understand the role of …