Enhancing work life through social cognition: the effect of SCIT in bipolar disorder by Zeynep Anaforoglu Bikmaz, Zeynep Mackali, Sibel Cakir

“…Outcome measures were assessed using a suite of tools, including the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS), Young Mania Rating Scale (YMRS), Eyes Test (ET), Metacognition Scale (MCI), Internalized Stigma of Mental Illnesses (ISMI), and Functioning Assessment Short Test (FAST). Given the small sample size, non-parametric tests were employed for data analysis. …”
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L-shaped association between oxidative balance score and vision-related functional burden in adults in the United States, NHANES 2005–2008 by Juntong Li, Juntong Li, Sheng Ye, Xiang Li, Xiang Li, Hui Liu, Yue Yang, Xuelei Lu, Heyue Jin, Li Liu, Li Liu

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to investigate the relationship between oxidative balance score (OBS) and vision-related functional burden (VRFB) in US adults.MethodsThe study utilized data from two consecutive cycles of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2005 to 2008. …”
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Development and external validation of a dynamic nomogram for predicting the risk of functional outcome after 90 days in patients with acute intracerebral hemorrhage by Shaojie Li, Hongjian Li, Jiani Chen, Baofang Wu, Jiayin Wang, Chaocan Hong, Changhu Yan, Weizhi Qiu, Yasong Li, Hongzhi Gao

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Clavulanic Acid-Mediated Increases in Anterior Cingulate Glutamate Levels are Associated With Decreased Cocaine Craving and Brain Network Functional Connectivity Changes by Joya Maser, MS, Mary F. Morrison, MD, Helene Philogene Khalid, PhD, Ronan Cunningham, Daohai Yu, PhD, M. Ingre Walters, MD, Xiaoning Lu, Nicolas R. Bolo, PhD

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Assessment of functioning using the WHODAS 2.0 among people with myasthenia gravis-associated disability: a nationwide follow-up study by Jia-Pei Hong, Chih-Hong Lee, Chien Tai Hong, Lung Chan, Chen-Chih Chung, Prangthip Charoenpong, Hou-Chang Chiu, Tsan-Hon Liou

“…The GEE analysis indicated that younger patients with MG experienced functional changes comparable to older patients. …”
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Recipient pre-existing chronic hypotension is associated with delayed graft function and inferior graft survival in kidney transplantation from elderly donors. by Caterina Dolla, Alberto Mella, Giacinta Vigilante, Fabrizio Fop, Anna Allesina, Roberto Presta, Aldo Verri, Paolo Gontero, Fabio Gobbi, Roberto Balagna, Roberta Giraudi, Luigi Biancone, Luigi Biancone

“…Although a relationship with delayed graft function (DGF) has been hypothesized, available data are still scarce and inconclusive.…”
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Sensor-Derived Measures of Motor and Cognitive Functions in People With Multiple Sclerosis Using Unsupervised Smartphone-Based Assessments: Proof-of-Concept Study by Matthew Scaramozza, Aurélie Ruet, Patrizia A Chiesa, Laïtissia Ahamada, Emmanuel Bartholomé, Loïc Carment, Julie Charre-Morin, Gautier Cosne, Léa Diouf, Christine C Guo, Adrien Juraver, Christoph M Kanzler, Angelos Karatsidis, Claudia Mazzà, Joaquin Penalver-Andres, Marta Ruiz, Aurore Saubusse, Gabrielle Simoneau, Alf Scotland, Zhaonan Sun, Minao Tang, Johan van Beek, Lauren Zajac, Shibeshih Belachew, Bruno Brochet, Nolan Campbell

“…However, these assessments typically provide a plethora of sensor-derived measures (SDMs), and selecting the most suitable measure for a given context of use is a challenging, often overlooked problem. ObjectiveThis analysis aims to develop and apply an SDM selection framework, including automated data quality checks and the evaluation of statistical properties, to identify robust SDMs that describe the cognitive and motor function of people with multiple sclerosis (MS). …”
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Comprehensive prognostic gene identification and functional characterization of GRAMD1A in Wilms tumor: development of risk prediction models and therapeutic implications by Qiang Zeng, Junfeng Tao, Lilu Qin, Yong Zeng, Zhong Liu, Mingxian Xu, Linshan Zeng

“…Identified differentially expressed genes (DEGs) underwent Gene Ontology (GO) and KEGG pathway enrichment analysis to explore biological functions and pathways associated with WT progression. …”
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A surface-based cross-sectional fMRI study on brain function differences between comorbid mild or moderate depression and insomnia by Zhongxian Li, Zhongxian Li, Limei Chen, Limei Chen, Yingxin Huang, Yingxin Huang, Luda Yan, Luda Yan, Junquan Liang, Junquan Liang, Min Peng, Min Peng, Yifu Zhou, Yifu Zhou, Jiliang Fang, Mengyao Li, Mengyao Li, Peng Zhou, Peng Zhou

“…Data were analyzed using a surface-based computational method to examine differences in amplitude of low-frequency fluctuations (ALFF) and functional connectivity (FC) across the brain.ResultsSignificant ALFF differences were found in the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) between CmiDaI and CmoDaI. …”
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Technology acceptance of the video game-based swallowing function training system among healthcare providers and dysphagia patients: A qualitative study by Bohan Zhang, Ping Ding, Vivian Hui, Ka Po Wong, Yue Liu, Zihan Liu, Qian Xiao, Jing Qin

“…Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim, and the data were analyzed using theory-driven thematic analysis methods based on the technology acceptance model. …”
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Prolonged apnea in a boy with epilepsy and a novel gain-of-function missense CACNA1A variant indicating SUDEP risk by Simone Pelizzari, Marta Campiglio, Yousra El Ghaleb, Tatjana Bierhals, Maja Hempel, Jonas Denecke, Bernhard E. Flucher, Jessika Johannsen

“…Genetic testing showed a novel de novo missense variant in CACNA1A (c.5398T>A, p.Phe1800Ile). Functional analysis revealed a gain of channel function as the molecular pathomechanism. …”
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Bone substitute made from a Brazilian oyster shell functions as a fast stimulator for bone-forming cells in an animal model. by Ricardo Coringa, Eduardo Martins de Sousa, Juliana Nunes Botelho, Rafael Soares Diniz, Joicy Cortez de Sá, Maria Carmen Fontoura Nogueira da Cruz, Marco Aurelio Beninni Paschoal, Letícia Machado Gonçalves

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Functional outcomes of microdiscectomy in Bertolotti syndrome: the relationship between lumbosacral transitional vertebrae and lumbar disc herniation: a prospective study in Greece by Stylianos Kapetanakis, Krikor Gkoumousian, Nikolaos Gkantsinikoudis, Constantinos Chaniotakis

“…Overview of Literature There is limited data in the literature on the functional outcomes of patients with LSTV who undergo microdiscectomy. …”
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Genome-wide identification of APX genes in flax (Linum usitatissimum) and functional characterization of LuAPX12 in osmotic and salinity stress responses by Yuan-Dong Li, Rong Ma, Yu-Xi Zheng, Li-Qiong Xie

“…Conclusions A comprehensive genome-wide characterization of the flax APX gene family was conducted, and the function of the APX-R gene LuAPX12 under osmotic and salt stress was preliminarily validated. …”
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Understanding the role of resourcefulness in family functioning: mediating effects of family coping and social support in caregivers of young and middle-aged lymphoma patients by Panpan Cui, Ruibo Wang, Hengyu Hu, Shengjie Guo, Ting Li, Xiaohui Miao, Chunyan Cheng

“…Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in the oncology units of two tertiary hospitals in China from May to November 2022. Data were collected on caregiver resourcefulness, family coping, perceived social support, and family functioning, and were analyzed using parallel mediation techniques. …”
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The efficacy of remote ischemic conditioning in improving neurological function and short-term prognosis in acute ischemic stroke: a prospective controlled study by Peiqi Huang, Kun Lin, Liling Wei, Qiong Zeng

“…Binary Logistic Regression Analysis indicated that, after adjusting for baseline factors, the treatment effect of RIC remained statistically significant.ConclusionRIC treatment enhances neurological function and improves short-term prognosis in AIS patients. …”
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Comparison of respiratory symptoms and pulmonary functions of adult male cigarette smokers and non-smokers in Sri Lanka; A comparative analytical study. by Prasanna Herath, Savithri Wasundara Wimalasekera, Thamara Dilhani Amarasekara, Manoj Sanjeewa Fernando, Sue Turale

“…According to the Multiple regression analysis, smoking significantly contributed to deteriorated pulmonary function variables.…”
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Evaluation of the effect of 48 weeks of BIC/F/TAF and DRV/c/F/TAF on platelet function in the context of rapid ART start by Akif A. Khawaja, Gary Whitlock, Sarah Fidler, Alfredo Soler-Carracedo, Merle Henderson, Graham P. Taylor, Marta Boffito, Michael Emerson

“…This sub-study aimed to evaluate potential off-target cardiovascular impact by examining ex vivo platelet function. Methods Platelets were isolated by centrifugation of citrated blood from participants attending Chelsea and Westminster Hospital or St Mary’s Hospital at Week 48 following enrolment. …”
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Does Syndesmotic Fixation Technique Impact Complication Rates and Functional Outcomes Measured by PROMIS Scores Following Operative Repair of Ankle Fractures? by Steven Hadley BA, Rachel Bergman MD, John Peabody MD, Sarah Westvold MPH, Ryan Filler MD, Milap Patel DO, Anish Kadakia MD

“…Multiple extremity injuries, open fractures, and pilon variants were excluded. 328 patients with syndesmotic ruptures were sent post-operative questionnaires. 159 patients with minimum one-year follow-up were analyzed for complications. 70 patients who completed PROMIS CATs were analyzed for functional outcomes. Due to rarity of complications and perfect separation in the data, we were unable to use statistical tests to compare complication incidence across techniques. …”
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Prognostic and functional role of PPAR-alpha and SNP receptor (Leu162Val) in acute coronary syndrome: a potential novel target by Abdullah Abdulsattar Raeef, Hassan H. Al-Saeed, Sami Mekhlif Mishlish

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