Platelet-albumin-bilirubin versus albumin–bilirubin as a predictor of long-term survival for hepatitis B-Induced hepatocellular carcinoma after hepatic resection by Haojie Yang, Shuang Shen, Yuting Yang, Houping Zhou, Bangde Xiang

“…Recently, both the albumin-bilirubin (ALBI) and platelet-albumin-bilirubin (PALBI) grade have been raised to be objective measurement indexes of liver function which can sufficiently stratify HCC patient survival. …”
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The Association between Addiction to Online Games and Students’ Academic Engagement: Determining the Mediating Role of Executive Function by Masoud Soltani Nazarlou, Mohammadagha Delavarpour, Seyed Musa Tabatabaee

“…Thus, it is important to understand the factors that influence it. This study aimed to investigate the correlation between online gaming addiction and academic engagement with the mediating role of executive functions among secondary school students.Methods: The present cross-sectional study included all secondary high school students in Tehran, Iran in the academic year of 2023-2024. …”
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The effect of in vitro fertilization on the cardiac health of mice by Zhirong Zhang, Li Li, Yuzhi Duan, Jiayi Zhou, Shuzhe Gao, Linlin Cui

“…Abstract Background/objectives The cardiovascular health of offspring born through in vitro fertilization (IVF) remains unclear, with limited comparative data. This study aimed to evaluate the cardiac structure, function, and blood pressure of the mice born through IVF at different developmental stages. …”
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Molecular mechanisms of inflammation in the pathogenesis of respiratory disorders in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis by M. Ye. Dyakova, N. B. Serebryanaya, L. D. Kiryukhina, D. S. Esmedlyaeva, P. K. Yablonskiy

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Effect of long-term exercise-based interventions on thyroid function in hypothyroidism: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Habiba Sundus, Sohrab Ahmad Khan, Sahar Zaidi, Charu Chhabra, Irshad Ahmad, Hiba Khan

“…Objective: This study aimed to assess the effects of exercise interventions of more than 8 weeks on thyroid function in adults with hypothyroidism through a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. …”
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Impact of body mass index on the association between kidney function and insulin resistance in diabetic and nondiabetic populations by Ruo Zhang, Malgorzata A Garstka, Chunhong Zhang, Shimei Ding, Jing Xu

“…ABSTRACT Aims/Introduction The kidneys play a role in regulating insulin metabolism, and kidney function may indicate the progression to insulin resistance (IR) in individuals with obesity and diabetes. …”
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The NCAN gene: schizophrenia susceptibility and cognitive dysfunction by Wang P, Cai J, Ni J, Zhang J, Tang W, Zhang C

“…Keywords: NCAN, schizophrenia, cognitive function, polymorphism, eQTL…”
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Cognitive function and its determinants in elderly Indonesians residing in long-term care: Insights from a cross-sectional study [version 2; peer review: 3 approved, 1 approved wit... by Jing-Jy Wang, Junaiti Sahar, Faizul Hasan, Utami Rachmawati, Winda Eriska, Etty Rekawati, Sri Susanty, Arief Andriyanto, Dwi Nurviyandari Kusuma Wati

“…This study aims to examine the relationship between cognitive function and associated risk factors in older persons living in long-term care facilities in Indonesia. …”
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Cognitive function and its determinants in elderly Indonesians residing in long-term care: Insights from a cross-sectional study [version 1; peer review: 3 approved] by Jing-Jy Wang, Junaiti Sahar, Faizul Hasan, Utami Rachmawati, Winda Eriska, Etty Rekawati, Sri Susanty, Arief Andriyanto, Dwi Nurviyandari Kusuma Wati

“…This study aims to examine the relationship between cognitive function and associated risk factors in older persons living in long-term care facilities in Indonesia. …”
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Education and urbanization improves cognitive function affected by altitude of adolescents: a cross-section study in Tibet, China by Yangzong Ciren, Jianhong Gong, Furong Li, Xiaofeng Gong, Dunzhu Danzeng, Yanping Ning, Tianheng Wang, Xiaobing Tian, Quzha Silang

“…BackgroundThe aim of the study was to examine the cognitive function of Tibetan adolescents at different altitudes and evaluate the influence of education and urbanization on child’s cognition at high altitudes.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2015 and September 2016 in four counties in Tibet. …”
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Parafoveal Microperimetric Retinal Sensitivity as a Key Parameter Associated with Vision Loss in Retinitis Pigmentosa by Yu-Ting Hsiao, Hsiu-Mei Huang, Ta-Ching Chen, Jung Lo, Yung-Jen Chen, Hsi-Kung Kuo, Jong-Jer Lee

“…Those with four or more deep scotoma points at the parafoveal inner ring are more likely to have functional low vision.…”
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High-altitude hypoxia exacerbates chemotherapy-induced myelosuppression by lowering serum G-CSF/GM-CSF and regulating apoptosis and proliferation by Jing Shi, Fuxing Zhao, Tianlei Qiu, Dengfeng Ren, Zitao Li, Junli Ma, Jiuda Zhao

“…Transcriptomic analysis of BMNCs demonstrated that high-altitude hypoxia might modulate the hematopoietic function in CTX-induced myelosuppression mice through pathways related to hematopoiesis, such as porphyrin metabolism, hematopoietic cell lineage, ECM-receptor interaction, and PI3K-Akt signaling pathway. …”
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The effect of general versus spinal anesthesia on perioperative innate immune function in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty by Lotte M. C. Jacobs, Veerle Bijkerk, Lucas T. van Eijk, Leo A. B. Joosten, Christiaan Keijzer, Jetze Visser, Michiel C. Warlé

“…Abstract Background Increasing evidence shows that postoperative innate immune dysregulation is associated with delayed recovery and infectious complications. The aim of this study was to compare the effects of general versus spinal anesthesia on innate immune function during and after total hip arthroplasty (THA). …”
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A comparison of the acute effects of high intensity interval training and moderate intensity continuous training on working memory and emotional state in adolescent women with subt... by Shiwei Yuan, Lili Lin, Libin Liu, Xinyuan Zhang, Qian Gu

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Effect of qigong exercise and acupressure rehabilitation program on pulmonary function and respiratory symptoms in patients hospitalized with severe COVID-19: A randomized controll... by Shu-ting Liu, Chao Zhan, Yun-jing Ma, Chao-yang Guo, Wei Chen, Xiao-ming Fang, Lei Fang

“…Conclusion: QARP plus standard therapies improved lung function and symptoms such as dyspnea and cough in patients with severe COVID-19 and shortened the length of hospital stay. …”
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Hypoxia disrupts human bronchial epithelial barrier integrity via tight junction protein remodeling and enhanced paracellular leakage by Jianmin Huang, Shan He, Qiuyun Zhang, Yunliang Liu, Yongjing You

“…At present, there are many studies on pulmonary hypoxia but few studies on bronchial injury. The study aimed to research the impact of hypoxia on the barrier function of human bronchial epithelial cells and the expression level of tight junction proteins. …”
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Cannabis Use and Age‐Related Changes in Cognitive Function From Early Adulthood to Late Midlife in 5162 Danish Men by Kirstine Maarup Høeg, Rasmus Ljungbeck Frodegaard, Marie Grønkjær, Merete Osler, Erik Lykke Mortensen, Trine Flensborg‐Madsen, Gunhild Tidemann Okholm

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Acromegaly in Speckle Tracking Echocardiography—A New Cardiac Hypertrophy Phenotype? Case Report and Review by Alexander Suchodolski, Monika Wójcik-Giertuga, Beata Kos-Kudła, Mariola Szulik

“…Furthermore, the interplay between acromegaly and diabetes influenced myocardial function. Drug treatment with somatostatin receptor ligands demonstrated a favourable impact on left ventricular systolic function. …”
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Impact assessment of uterine artery embolization on reproductive by N. A. Kalinina, A. N. Sulima, Z. S. Rumyantseva, P. N. Baskakov, V. D. Kalinin

“…The main clinicians' concerns are the risk of developing local endometrial ischemia able to lead to habitual miscarriage, premature birth and pathological placentation as well as decreased ovarian reserve due to impaired adequate ovarian blood supply.Aim: to analyze the literature data regarding UAE effect on reproductive function.Materials and Methods. …”
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Mehran vs. Mehran2 pre-procedure: which score better predicts risk of contrast-induced acute kidney injury in patients with acute coronary syndrome? by Matheus Santos Moitinho, Dulce Barbosa, Attilio Galhardo, Adriano Caixeta, Eduesley Santana-Santos, Maximina Cunha, Beatriz Santana Prado, Cassiane Dezoti da Fonseca

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