Randomized study FARVATER: Part II. Atorvastatin effects on endothelial function, vascular wall distensibility and stiffness by A. V. Susekov, T. A. Rozhkova, M. I. Tripoten’, O. A. Pogorelova, B. D. Kulev, T. V. Balakhonova, M. Yu. Zubareva, V. P. Masenko, A. N. Rogoza, V. V. Kukharchuk

“…Aim. To study atorvastatin (10 and 20 mg/d) effects on lipid, C-reactive protein, and fibrinogen levels, vascular wall structure and function in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) and primary hyperlipidemia (PHL). …”
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One‐Year Functional Outcome of Patients After Surgery for Acute Stanford Type A Aortic Dissection by Murat Yildiz, Maria Nucera, Selim Mosbahi, Kai Münker, Cem Kapkin, Silvan Jungi, Matthias Siepe, Florian Schoenhoff

“…Background Our aim was to report the functional outcome of Stanford type A aortic dissection (TAAD) after 1 year as well as morbidity and mortality. …”
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Effect of regulating gut microbiota using probiotics on functional changes in the brain: protocol for a systematic review by Tian Tian, Ling Zhao, Siyuan Zhou, Mingsheng Sun, Jiao Chen, Xixiu Ni, Lu Liu, Xiao Li, Fengmei Li

“…Therefore, we aim to summarise literatures evaluating the potential association between probiotics, gut microbiota and functional changes in the brain to elucidate whether probiotics influence gut microbiota and affect functional changes in the brain through gut microbiota.Methods and analysis China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data, VIP Databases (the Chongqing VIP Chinese Science and Technology Periodical Database), SinoMed, PubMed, Web of Science, MEDLINE (The National Library of Medicine), EMBASE (Excerpt Medica Database), Scopus, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and ClinicalTrials.gov will be searched until July 2019. …”
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Analysis of Data on Adverse Drug Reactions and Functional Flaws of the Pharmacovigilance System Associated with Self-Treatment with Antibiotics by N. V. Verlan, T. L. Moroz, E. O. Kochkina, E. N. Bochanova, E. A. Beigel

“…The safety of medicines in circulation relies upon the proper functioning of the pharmacovigilance system, both in general and in the case of self-medication ADRs.The aim of the study was to analyse data on the serious ADRs attributed to self-treatment with antibiotics and reported to the Regional Centre for Drug Safety Monitoring of the Irkutsk Region, as well as on the pharmacovigilance problems associated with self-treatment.Materials and methods: the study analysed the suspected ADR reporting forms from the database accumulated by the Regional Centre for Drug Safety Monitoring of the Irkutsk Region in 2011–2019. …”
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Promoting family functioning through physical activity: a randomized trial to evaluate the “All in the Family” program by Alfred S. Y. Lee, Chris M. Blanchard, Mark R. Beauchamp, Valerie Carson, Sheri Madigan, Shaelyn Strachan, Leigh M. Vanderloo, Evangeline Streight, Sandy Courtnall, Ryan E. Rhodes

“…Abstract Background Effective family functioning, such as communication, family organization, and family cohesion, is essential for family well-being and child development. …”
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Clinical and functional eye condition changes in the dry form of age macular degeneration depending on the AREDS stage by D. A. Teuvazhukova, L. L. Arutyunyan, T. G. Tlupova

“…Purpose: to assess the functional state of the eyes in age-related macular degeneration depending on the AREDS classification stage.Material and methods. …”
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FUNCTIONAL ROLE OF SHRUB COMMUNITIES IN THE FORMATION OF MOSAIC ECOTONE COMMUNITIES OF COASTAL ECOSYSTEM OF NORTHWEST OF THE CASPIAN LOWLAND by M.-R. D. Magomedov, M. M.-R. Magomedov, S. M.-Kh. Akhtaeva

“…Aim. Complex estimation of the ecological role of shrubs in the structure-functional relationships of arid complexes of the Northwest of the Caspian lowland. …”
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Intrinsic capacity, functional and psychosocial aspects of older adults participating in a multicomponent physical exercise program by Sarah Giulia Bandeira Felipe, Clarisse Bielh Printes, Fabiane de Oliveira Brauner, Douglas Katusohi Sato, Rafael Reimann Baptista, Rafael Reimann Baptista

“…Multicomponent exercise programs are recommended to enhance IC, but research in Brazil on their comprehensive impact is limited. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of such a program on IC, functional, and psychosocial aspects in older adults.MethodsThis pre- and post-study assessed older adults in Brazil enrolled in a multicomponent training program, evaluating IC as the main outcome using specific tests for each domain. …”
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Short‐Term Multicomponent Exercise Impact on Muscle Function and Structure in Hospitalized Older at Risk of Acute Sarcopenia by Mikel L. Sáez de Asteasu, Nicolás Martínez‐Velilla, Fabricio Zambom‐Ferraresi, Yesenia García‐Alonso, Arkaitz Galbete, Robinson Ramírez‐Vélez, Eduardo L. Cadore, Mikel Izquierdo

“…Whether tailored inpatient exercise prevents acute sarcopenia is unknown. This study aimed to examine the effect of a multicomponent exercise programme on muscle and physical function in hospitalized older adults. …”
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Two decades after the arterial switch operation: stable right ventricular function but reduced exercise capacity by Renée S Joosen, Marielle C van de Veerdonk, Anneloes E Bohte, Tim Takken, Abraham van Wijk, Michael G Dickinson, Gregor J Krings, Michiel Voskuil, Johannes M.P.J. Breur

“…We aim to longitudinally evaluate RV dimensions, global function and exercise capacity after ASO, comparing patients with and without RV pressure overload. …”
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Regulation of Isoleucine on Colonic Barrier Function in Rotavirus-Infected Weanling Piglets and Analysis of Gut Microbiota and Metabolomics by Changsheng Jiang, Weiying Chen, Yanan Yang, Xiaojin Li, Mengmeng Jin, Ahmed H. Ghonaim, Shenghe Li, Man Ren

“…Isoleucine (Ile), a branched-chain amino acid, is crucial for regulating nutrient metabolism and has been found to help mitigate diarrhea. This study aimed to assess the impact of isoleucine supplementation in feed on colonic barrier function, colonic microbiota, and metabolism in RV-infected weanling piglets. …”
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Effects of Pueraria extracts on growth performance, immune function, and immune-related gene expression of Wuzhishan piglets by Hongzhi Wu, Weiqi Peng, Xilong Yu, Xiaoyu Zhang, Fengjie Ji, Qian Shen, Renlong Lv

“…However, there are relatively few reports regarding their application in piglets, particularly in local pig breeds. The experiment aimed to investigate the effects of dietary Pueraria extracts on the growth performance, immune function, and immune-related gene expression of Wuzhishan piglets. …”
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EFFECT OF IRON-MOLYBDENUM NANOCLUSTER POLYOXOMETALATES ON THE FUNCTIONAL ACTIVITY OF MACROPHAGES AND THE STATE OF BONE MARROW ERYTHROBLASTIC ISLANDS by A. A. Titova, M. O. Tonkushina, A. A. Ostroushko, M. V. Ulitko, S. A. Brilliant, I. G. Danilova

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Is Oral Function Associated with the Development of Sarcopenic Obesity and Sarcopenia in Older Adults? A Prospective Cohort Study by Sho Shirotori, Yoko Hasegawa, Koutatsu Nagai, Hiroshi Kusunoki, Shogo Yoshimura, Kana Tokumoto, Hirokazu Hattori, Kayoko Tamaki, Kazuhiro Hori, Hiromitsu Kishimoto, Ken Shinmura

“…Herein, we aimed to examine the association between oral function and the incidence of sarcopenic obesity. …”
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THE INFLUENCE OF A POLYPEPTIDE PREPARATION ON A STRUCTURAL-FUNCTIONAL STATE PERIODONT IN ADJURANT PERIODONITIS (EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH) by G.M. Silenko, O.B. Belikov, N.I. Belikova, M.V. Khrebor, Y.I. Silenko

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Utilisation of Rosehip Waste Powder as a Functional Ingredient to Enrich Waffle Cones with Fibres, Polyphenols, and Carotenoids by Alexandra Raluca Borşa (Bogdan), Adriana Păucean, Melinda Fogarasi, Floricuța Ranga, Andrei Borșa, Anda Elena Tanislav, Vlad Mureșan, Cristina Anamaria Semeniuc

“…The solid waste generated from processing rosehip fruits into jam is valuable due to its rich content in fibres, polyphenols, and carotenoids; it could be valorised as a functional ingredient in a powder form to enrich food products. …”
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Extensive Dynamic Functional Network Connectivity Alterations in Diabetic Retinopathy Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes by Liu H, Gu ZX, Li XT, Huang X

“…Prior neuroimaging research has indicated that patients with DR exhibit diverse levels of disrupted brain function alongside a variety of ocular symptoms. Nevertheless, past investigations have predominantly focused on static brain activity changes, leaving uncertainties regarding the modifications in dynamic large-scale brain networks among DR patients.Purpose: The aim of this study was to investigate the alterations in dynamic large-scale functional network connectivity in DR patients and its medical significance.Methods: Forty-six patients with DR (type 2 diabetes mellitus) and 46 healthy controls, matched for age, gender, and education level, were enrolled in this study. …”
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Factors contributing to transient and persistent worsening renal function in elderly patients with acute decompensated heart failure by Yu-qing Sun, Lei-ming Luo, Zhi-yan Wang, Qiang Lv, Xin Du, Jian-zeng Dong

“…Abstract Background The aim of this study is to analyze the distinct characteristics and risk factors contributing to the development of worsening renal function (WRF) in elderly patients with acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), while also examining the subset of persistent WRF among elderly patients with ADHF. …”
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Nutritional Status Predicts Functional Recovery and Adverse Outcomes in Older Adults: A Prospective Cohort Study by Ludiane Alves doNascimento, Marlon Juliano Romero Aliberti, Natalia Golin, Erika Suíter, Christian Valle Morinaga, Thiago Junqueira Avelino Silva, Pedro Kallas Curiati

“…ABSTRACT Background Despite the high prevalence of malnutrition in acutely ill older patients, nutritional status is rarely assessed in emergency departments (EDs), and the impact of nutritional risk screening on functional recovery is poorly understood. This study aimed to investigate the association between nutritional parameters and a range of outcomes in older patients admitted through the ED. …”
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Association between measures of kidney function and preserved ratio impaired spirometry in diabetes: NHANES 2007–2012 by Hui Xu, Coen D A Stehouwer, Jin-Yan Zhang, Ikramulhaq Patel, Hong-Jian Gong, Yin-He Chai, Yu-Shun Qiao, Meng-Ting Zhang, Jianbo Zhou

“…Objectives This study aimed to examine the relationship between measures of kidney function and impaired lung function in individuals with diabetes and to assess all-cause mortality risk associated with having chronic kidney disease (CKD) and or impaired lung function.Design Cross-sectional and retrospective cohort study.Setting The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2007–2012.Participants A total of 10 809 participants aged over 20 years were included in this study: 9503 with normal spirometry, 951 with preserved ratio impaired spirometry (PRISm) and 355 with variable obstruction (VO).Exposure and outcome measures Kidney function measures, including estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and urinary albumin to creatinine ratio (UACR), were considered exposure variables. …”
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