Incidence of eclampsia and related complications across 10 low- and middle-resource geographical regions: Secondary analysis of a cluster randomised controlled trial. by Nicola Vousden, Elodie Lawley, Paul T Seed, Muchabayiwa Francis Gidiri, Shivaprasad Goudar, Jane Sandall, Lucy C Chappell, Andrew H Shennan, CRADLE Trial Collaborative Group

“…<h4>Background</h4>In 2015, approximately 42,000 women died as a result of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy worldwide; over 99% of these deaths occurred in low- and middle-income countries. …”
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Achievement of treatment targets and maintenance of response with upadacitinib in patients with moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis in real-world practice: 1-year outcomes from... by Andrew Östör, Eugen Feist, Prodromos Sidiropoulos, Jérôme Avouac, Martin Rebella, Rajaie Namas, Erin McDearmon-Blondell, Tianming Gao, Ivan Lagunes-Galindo, Sander Strengholt, Devy Zisman, Suzan Attar

“…Abstract Background Upadacitinib (UPA), an oral Janus kinase inhibitor, has shown efficacy with an acceptable safety profile in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) clinical trials. …”
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General ecosystem health indicators – A scoping review by Gillian Penn, Luís Pedro Carmo, Elena Boriani, Michelle Gallagher, Christi Piper, John Berezowski, Barry J. McMahon, Thomas Jaenisch

“…Abstract Background: Assessing the health status of a natural ecosystem is important across all natural fields of study. …”
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Predictive Validity of Hospital-Associated Complications of Older People Identified Using Diagnosis Procedure Combination Data From an Acute Care Hospital in Japan: Observational S... by Seigo Mitsutake, Tatsuro Ishizaki, Shohei Yano, Takumi Hirata, Kae Ito, Ko Furuta, Yoshitomo Shimazaki, Hideki Ito, Alison Mudge, Kenji Toba

“… BackgroundA composite outcome of hospital-associated complications of older people (HAC-OP; comprising functional decline, delirium, incontinence, falls, and pressure injuries) has been proposed as an outcome measure reflecting quality of acute hospital care. …”
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The predictive role of the hs-CRP/HDL-C ratio for long-term mortality in the general population: evidence from a cohort study by Yifeng Wang, Li Wang, Zongquan Zhao, Song Yin, Xuejun Tang, Kerui Zhang

“…Abstract Background The high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) ratio, a composite marker of low-grade inflammation and lipid metabolism, is reportedly associated with the occurrence of new cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in certain people. …”
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Uptake of DU145 and LNCaP prostate cancer cell line derived extracellular vesicles is inversely correlated with blood–brain barrier integrity in vitro by Ana Špilak, Adrián Klepe, Sophia Theresa Kriwanek, Heinz-Peter Friedl, Andreas Brachner, Christa Nöhammer, Winfried Neuhaus

“…This study investigated the interaction and effects of sEVs derived from low (LNCaP) and moderately metastatic (DU145) prostate cancer (PCa) cell lines with the human brain endothelial cell line hCMEC/D3. Methods Systematic optimization of the cell culture membrane insert set-up for sEV transport studies was accomplished with inserts with different pore sizes, varied coating procedures and medium compositions. …”
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Delta troponin does not distinguish acute coronary syndrome in emergency department patients with renal impairment and an initial positive troponin by Praveen Mital, John Forrester, Samuel Abecassis, John Haverty, Ximena Arata, Margaret Gorlin, Thomas Perera

“…Abstract Background In emergency department (ED) patients with renal impairment, troponin concentrations can be positive without myocardial ischemia. …”
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Sources of risk communication, knowledge and preventive practices toward Lassa fever in Bauchi State, Nigeria by Benjamin Bukky Ilesanmi, Nathanael Afolabi, Olayinka Badmus, Munkail Titilola, Abdulmajid Ahmad, Usman Inuwa, Matthew Okoh, Hajara Aliyu, Shittu Abdu-Aguye, Foyeke Oyedokun-Adebagbo

“…Abstract Background Lassa fever (LF) is a zoonotic disease that persistently threaten public health and Bauchi is among the most affected states in Nigeria. …”
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Slowing fetal growth velocity from the mid-trimester may signal increased risks of perinatal morbidity and mortality: a retrospective cohort study by Chloe Jamieson-Grigg, Pawel Kalinowski, Stephen Tong, Esther Turner, Sarah A. Banting, Susan P. Walker, Teresa M. MacDonald

“…Abstract Background Undetected fetal growth restriction is a major risk factor for stillbirth. …”
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Adverse cardiovascular events and cardiac imaging findings in patients on immune checkpoint inhibitors. by Jennifer M Kwan, Miles Shen, Narjes Akhlaghi, Jiun-Ruey Hu, Ruben Mora, James L Cross, Matthew Jiang, Michael Mankbadi, Peter Wang, Saif Zaman, Seohyuk Lee, Yunju Im, Attila Feher, Yi-Hwa Liu, Shuangge S Ma, Weiwei Tao, Wei Wei, Lauren A Baldassarre

“…<h4>Background</h4>There is an urgent need to better understand the diverse presentations, risk factors, and outcomes of immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI)-associated cardiovascular toxicity. …”
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The impact of particulate matter exposure on global and domain-specific cognitive function: evidence from the Chinese Square Dancer Study by Jingyi Zhu, Shuaibo Wang, Peizheng Li, Fengping Li, Benchao Li, Lu Ma, Shuang Rong, Jingling Liao

“…Abstract Background There is growing evidence that exposure to particulate matter (PM) is associated with impaired cognitive function. …”
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A scoring model integrating CXCL9, GDF15, FGF21, and NfL, predicts long-term mortality in type 2 diabetes: a retrospective study by Matilde Sbriscia, Sara Caccese, Francesca Marchegiani, Rina Recchioni, Giulia Matacchione, Chiara Giordani, Emanuele Francini, Stefano Salvioli, Maria Conte, Matteo Landolfo, Anna Rita Bonfigli, Federica Turchi, Jacopo Sabbatinelli, Fabiola Olivieri, Angelica Giuliani

“…Abstract Background Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic metabolic disorder associated with aging, systemic inflammation, and increased long-term mortality. …”
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Prognostic value of lipoprotein(a) for cardiovascular events after lower limb revascularization in diabetic patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia by Federico Biscetti, Maria Margherita Rando, Maria Anna Nicolazzi, Flavia Angelini, Roberto Iezzi, Luis H. Eraso, Paul J. Dimuzio, Dario Pitocco, Massimo Massetti, Antonio Gasbarrini, Andrea Flex

“…Abstract Background Chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI) presents a major clinical challenge in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), requiring lower extremity revascularization (LER) to mitigate adverse cardiovascular and limb outcomes. …”
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The Influence of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress on Ageism Among Undergraduates: Mediating Roles of Life Satisfaction, Gratitude, and Prosociality by Chen S, Wan Z

“…Following data cleaning, 1174 responses were included for analysis.Methods: Data were collected using online questionnaires. …”
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The effects of rhythm control strategies versus rate control strategies for atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter: A systematic review with meta-analysis and Trial Sequential Anal... by Naqash J Sethi, Joshua Feinberg, Emil E Nielsen, Sanam Safi, Christian Gluud, Janus C Jakobsen

“…<h4>Background</h4>Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter may be managed by either a rhythm control strategy or a rate control strategy but the evidence on the clinical effects of these two intervention strategies is unclear. …”
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Proton Pump Inhibitor Use Following Esophageal Variceal Ligation and Its Impact on Clinical Outcomes: Real-World Data from the TriNetX Global Collaborative Network by Nisar Amin, Harleen Chela, Muhammad Faisal Mubarak, Mark Ayoub, Ebubekir Daglilar

“…<b>Background:</b> Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are frequently used after endoscopic variceal ligation (EVL) to reduce post-procedural bleeding, though studies have shown mixed results regarding their efficacy. …”
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Predicting Transvaginal Surgical Mesh Exposure Outcomes Using an Integrated Dataset of Blood Cytokine Levels and Medical Record Data: Machine Learning Approach by Mihyun Lim Waugh, Tyler Mills, Nicholas Boltin, Lauren Wolf, Patti Parker, Ronnie Horner, Thomas L Wheeler II, Richard L Goodwin, Melissa A Moss

“… Abstract BackgroundTransvaginal insertion of polypropylene mesh was extensively used in surgical procedures to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) due to its cost-efficiency and durability. …”
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Catalytic hydroprocessing of yellow dodolla oil using thermally stable and mesoporous AlPO4-18 supported β-Mo2C, Ni3C, and WC nanoparticles to produce bio-jet fuel by Zinnabu Tassew Redda, Steffen Kadow, Mirko Barz, Abubeker Yimam, Hartmut Wesenfeld, Daniel Brennecke, Asnakech Laß-Seyoum

“…Abstract Background The transition from fossil-derived jet fuels to sustainable aviation fuels represents one of the most viable strategies to decarbonize air transport and mitigate CO2 emissions generated by fossil fuel combustion. …”
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The impact of deprivation and neighbourhood food environments on home food environments, parental feeding practices, child eating behaviours, food preferences and BMI: The Family F... by Andrea D Smith, Alice Kininmonth, Kristiane Tommerup, David Boniface, Chiara Gericke, Tiffany Denning, Carolyn Summerbell, Christina Vogel, Clare Llewellyn

“…Abstract Background Childhood obesity inequalities in England persist despite targeted interventions focused on promoting healthy diets and food environments. …”
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Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors and cardiovascular events among patients with type 2 diabetes and low-to-normal body mass index: a nationwide cohort study by Yuichiro Mori, Toshiaki Komura, Motohiko Adomi, Ryuichiro Yagi, Shingo Fukuma, Naoki Kondo, Motoko Yanagita, O. Kenrik Duru, Katherine R. Tuttle, Kosuke Inoue

“…Abstract Background Patients with low-to-normal body mass index (BMI; < 25.0 kg/m2) were underrepresented in major randomized controlled trials on sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors for type 2 diabetes. …”
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