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Impact of vaginal microbiota on the clinical efficacy and long-term recurrence of ketoconazole suppositories in treating severe vulvovaginal candidiasis: a secondary analysis of a multicentre randomised trial
CONCLUSION: The vaginal microbiota, particularly the dominant bacteria, may influence treatment efficacy and recurrence rates. In the treatment of severe vulvovaginal candidiasis, ketoconazole suppositories are not inferior to miconazole nitrate vaginal capsules in clinical efficacy and have a lower long-term recurrence rate. →
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Comparison of the efficacy of intense pulsed light, 0.05% cyclosporine A eye drops, and 3% diquafosol sodium eye drops in the treatment of moderate to severe dry eye: A prospective cohort study
The study aimed to compare the efficacy of intense pulsed light (IPL), 0.05% cyclosporine A (CsA) eye drops, and 3% diquafosol sodium (DQS) eye drops in treating moderate to severe dry eye. A cohort of 180 patients diagnosed with moderate to severe dry eye was enrolled in the Department of Ophthalmology at Quzhou People’s Hospital… →
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Impact of desflurane versus isoflurane on early cognitive function of the elderly undergoing lumbar surgery: a randomized clinical trial
CONCLUSION: Desflurane had less impact on postoperative cognitive function of the elderly patients and had less interference with expression of LINC01844. The relative level of LINC01844 in peripheral blood may be a potential biomarker for POCD. →
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From Image to 3D: The Structure from Motion in OpenCV
We capture the world with cameras that compress depth, texture, and geometry into flat pixel grids, yet our minds effortlessly reconstruct the 3D structure behind them. What if computers could do the same? Structure-from-Motion (SfM) is the technique that enables this. By analyzing how features shift across multiple images, SfM simultaneously recovers the camera motion… →
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Association of blood pressure control with atrial and ventricular ectopy in SPRINT
CONCLUSION: Intensive BP control did not reduce the incidence of cardiac ectopy in patients with hypertension. Given the variable nature of PAC and PVC burden, further studies with continuous monitoring or more frequent sampling in larger populations are warranted. →
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How Leaders Stay True to Themselves and Their Stakeholders
When we talk about the importance of authentic leadership, we often focus on how a leader is perceived and builds trust. But there can be a shadow side to authenticity that can have negative effects, when we see authenticity as a license to express our unfiltered selves. In his work with executives and research into… →
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Our Guide to the Winter 2026 Issue
How to Make Scenario Planning Stick Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis Key Insight: Companies are better able to respond to rising uncertainty when they combine scenario planning with other strategic practices. Top Takeaways: Scenario planning is a valuable tool for managing uncertainty in an organization, but its impact can be limited if the… →
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Broadening Future Perspectives at the Bank of England
Brian Stauffer Read More on Scenario Planning How to Make Scenario Planning Stick by Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis A Faster Way to Build Future Scenarios by Rafael Ramírez, Trudi Lang, Joakim Köhler, and Matt Mennell Assess What Is Certain in a Sea of Unknowns by Cynthia Selin Scenario Planning: A Tool for… →
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A Faster Way to Build Future Scenarios
Brian Stauffer Read More on Scenario Planning Broadening Future Perspectives at the Bank of England by Jacqueline Koay, John Lewis, Julia Giese, and Melissa Davey How to Make Scenario Planning Stick by Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis Assess What Is Certain in a Sea of Unknowns by Cynthia Selin Scenario Planning: A Tool… →
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Assess What Is Certain in a Sea of Unknowns
Brian Stauffer Read More on Scenario Planning Broadening Future Perspectives at the Bank of England by Jacqueline Koay, John Lewis, Julia Giese, and Melissa Davey How to Make Scenario Planning Stick by Paul J.H. Schoemaker and Shardul S. Phadnis A Faster Way to Build Future Scenarios by Rafael Ramírez, Trudi Lang, Joakim Köhler, and Matt… →