Impact of Radiotherapy on Endocrine Function and Gut Microbiota in Cervical Cancer Patients Undergoing Ovarian Transposition by Xie S, Liu M, Li W

“…Shuangshuang Xie,1 Miaomiao Liu,2 Wei Li3 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hebei North University, Zhangjiakou, 075000, People’s Republic of China; 2Hengshui Maternal and Child Health Hospital Internal Medicine, Hengshui, People’s Republic of China; 3Emergency Room, Shijiazhuang Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Shijiazhuang, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Shuangshuang Xie, Email xie07050344@163.comObjective: This study aims to investigate the effects of radiotherapy on ovarian function, endocrine function, and gut microbiota in cervical cancer patients who underwent ovarian transposition, compared to those who did not.Methods: This study included 100 cervical cancer patients treated from January to June 2024, divided into a control group (50 cases, radical surgery and radiotherapy) and an observation group (50 cases, ovarian transposition surgery plus radiotherapy). …”
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Social capital, functional health status and quality of life among adults in rural Southwest Nigeria by Promise Izuchukwu Okoroafor, Joshua Odunayo Akinyemi, Mobolaji Modinat Salawu, Olufunmilayo Ibitola Fawole

“…Therefore, this study explored the association(s) between structural social capital, functional health status, and quality of life among adults in rural southwest Nigeria. …”
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The impact of pathological factors on the structure and function of erythrocyte membranes: from the molecular level to clinical consequences by D.А. Liadov

“…Understanding the mechanobiology of erythrocytes offers opportunities for early diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy development aimed at preserving red cell function, preventing complications, and improving patient outcomes.…”
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Trends in pulmonary function in patients with Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome: a retrospective cohort study by Marie Moldt Holmager, Sarah Wordenskjold Stougaard, Ole Graumann, Marianne Præstegaard, Lilian Bomme Ousager, Lars Lund, Annette Schuster, Casper Falster, Jesper Rømhild Davidsen

“…Background Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome (BHD), a rare genetic disease characterized by multiple pulmonary cysts, can lead to spontaneous pneumothorax, cutaneous hamartomas, renal cysts, and renal cell cancer. The overall aim of this study was to assess clinical characteristics of patients with BHD-emphasizing on trends in pulmonary function patterns.Methods By use of data from electronic patient journals, we conducted a retrospective cohort study on clinical characteristics and pulmonary function tests (PFT) from patients with BHD, who were clinically followed-up in a Danish tertiary referral center for rare and interstitial lung diseases.Results A total of 101 patients (44 men (43.6%); mean age 48.4 years (SD ± 15.9 years)) with BHD were included. …”
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Biochemical and Histopathological Investigation of Nasturtium officinale on Thyroid Function: an Experimental Study on Models of Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism by Niloofar Nazari, Seyede Nargess Sadati Lamardi, Omid Sabzevari, Zahra Taghipour, Shokoufeh Hassani, Mahnaz Khanavi, Mehrdad Karimi, Roja Rahimi*

“…Conclusion: Watercress seems to be a suitable complementary medicine or functional food for hyperthyroidism; however, it may worsen hypothyroidism. …”
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Development of Mango-Mentha functional ready-to-serve (RTS) beverage and its shelf-life evaluation by Sonam Kumari, Abhishek Dutt Tripathi, Alisha Nandan, Arunima Tripathi, Aparna Agarwal

“…Abstract The present study aimed to develop and evaluate a Ready-to-Serve (RTS) beverage using mango juice (Banganapalle variety) and Mentha leaf powder in a 75:25 ratio (Mango: Mentha) along with its aqueous extract (1.0% of mango juice). …”
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Optimal exercise interventions for enhancing cognitive function in older adults: a network meta-analysis by Han Han, Jinhao Zhang, Fan Zhang, Fanghui Li, Zhijian Wu

“…While exercise is widely recognized for its cognitive benefits, the comparative efficacy of different exercise modalities and optimal intervention protocols for specific cognitive domains in older adults remains unclear.Objective: This network meta-analysis aimed to systematically compare the effects of five exercise modalities—resistance training, aerobic exercise, mind-body exercise, multicomponent exercise, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—on global cognitive function and major cognitive domains in cognitively healthy older adults, and to identify optimal intervention protocols and population subgroups most likely to benefit.Methods: A total of 58 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included, encompassing 4,349 healthy older adults from diverse geographical regions. …”
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The effect of drug treatment on functional outcomes of hip and knee joint replacement in patients with rheumatoid arthritis by S. I. Herasymenko, А. S. Herasymenko, I. V. Huzhevskyi, M. V. Poluliakh, A. M. Babko

“…The effect of drug treatment on functional outcomes of hip and knee joint replacement in patients with rheumatoid arthritis Aim – to determine the effect of drug antirheumatic therapy on the functional outcomes of hip and knee arthroplasty in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. …”
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The effect of pre-transplant dialysis duration on the relationship between delayed graft function and recipient death by Rui-Yu Wang, Dan Jia, Shuan-Hong Wang, Shang-Guo Wang, Bin Liu, Lei Yang, Wen-Qiang Zhang, Hao Wu, Bao-Shan Gao

“…Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of delayed graft function (DGF) on recipient death after kidney transplant from donors after brain death (DBD) stratified by pre-transplant dialysis duration. …”
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Development and characterization of functional beverage based on soursop (Annona muricata L.), inulin, and whey powders by S. Fernández-Huazo, I.I. Ruiz-López, C.E. Ochoa-Velasco, P. Hernández-Carranza

“…This study aimed to develop and evaluate ''functional'' beverages made from a blend of soursop (Annona muricata L.), whey, and/or inulin using a selected Lactobacillus strain. …”
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Association between renal function trajectories and risk of cardiovascular disease: a prospective cohort study by Xuehong Xu, Rulin Ma, Xianghui Zhang, Heng Guo, Mulatibieke Keerman, Xinping Wang, Yu Li, Remina Maimaitijiang, Jia He, Shuxia Guo

“…Introduction It is unclear whether changing trajectories of renal function will increase the risk prediction information of cardiovascular disease (CVD). …”
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A systematic review and dose response meta analysis of Omega 3 supplementation on cognitive function by Hossein Shahinfar, Zahra Yazdian, Neda Asgari Avini, Kimia Torabinasab, Sakineh Shab-Bidar

“…Abstract The dose-dependent effects of omega-3 supplementation on cognitive function remain unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between omega-3 dosage and cognitive outcomes in adults. …”
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Effects of ambulatory self-control on renal function and electrolyte metabolism in patients with severe heart failure by S. V. Berdnikov, V. I. Vishnevskyi, O. A. Berdnikova

“…Aim. To investigate the effects of the ambulatory self-control treatment strategy on renal function, electrolyte metabolism, functional status, and the number of repeat hospitalisations in patients with chronic heart failure (CHF). …”
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Value of transabdominal ultrasonography for diagnosing functional constipation in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Duc Long Tran, Phu Nguyen Trong Tran, Paweena Susantitaphong, Phichayut Phinyo, Palittiya Sintusek

“…Transabdominal ultrasonography is increasingly used as a novel modality for detecting pediatric functional constipation (FC). This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the diagnostic parameters of FC including rectal diameter (RD) and anterior rectal wall thickness. …”
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Effect of periodontal therapy on lung function: a twelve-month follow-up intervention study by Anders Røsland, Randi J. Bertelsen, Joachim Heinrich, Stein Atle Lie, Andrei Malinovschi, Dagmar F. Bunæs

“…Abstract Background Evidence suggest an inflammatory link between respiratory health and periodontitis. This study aims to evaluate the impact of periodontal therapy on lung function. …”
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Meta-analysis of the effects of multi-component exercise on cognitive function in older adults with cognitive impairment by Hualei Liu, Zhiyuan Sun, Zhiyuan Sun, Haiqing Zeng, Jincheng Han, Mengqi Hu, Dewei Mao, Dewei Mao, Xuewen Tian, Ran Li

“…This meta-analysis aimed to explore the effects of multi-component exercise on cognitive functions in elderly individuals with cognitive impairment and identify optimal prevention and treatment strategies. …”
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Social inference brain networks in autistic adults during movie-viewing: functional specialization and heterogeneity by Jasmin M. Turner, Lisa Byrge, Hilary Richardson, Paola Galdi, Daniel P. Kennedy, Dorit Kliemann

“…This study aimed to investigate the functional specialization, heterogeneity, and brain-behavior relationships of the ToM and Pain networks in autistic compared to neurotypical (NT) participants. …”
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Effect of Acute Exercise on Pulmonary Function in Young Adults with Anaemia: A Quasi-experimental Study by K Roopashree, An Jubin John, KC Devina Dilip, Prithika Shree Ragothaman, Aadhi Krishna

“…Aim: To estimate the prevalence of anaemia among first-year medical students and to study the effect of exercise on pulmonary function in individuals with anaemia. …”
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Effect of Wendan decoction granules on preventing endolymphatic hydrops and protecting vestibular function in Guinea pigs by Jingjing Xia, Tiancheng Xie, Jinli Liu, Weikang Cheng, Longyan Liao, Ming Chen, Haibing Hua, Xiaobing Hou

“…Abstract Objective The aim of this study is to assess the therapeutic effects of Wendan decoction on endolymphatic hydrops (EH), a condition characterized by excessive inner ear fluid accumulation that is associated with Meniere’s disease, in guinea pigs, offering insights for clinical application. …”
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Functional Reach Test between Dominant and Non Dominant Leg: A Cross-sectional Study by Danah Mohammed Alyahya

“…However, there is no scientific literature on the side preference (right or left) for performing a functional reach test. Aim: To determine the difference in functional reach test scores between the non dominant and the dominant leg. …”
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