Identification and validation of prognostic biomarkers in ccRCC: immune-stromal score and survival prediction by Fang Lyu, Yuxin Zhong, Qingliu He, Wen Xiao, Xiaoping Zhang

“…Gene expression was confirmed in ccRCC cell lines (786-O, Caki-1) and tumor tissues. Functional assays, such as wound healing and Transwell assays, were employed to evaluate tumor invasion and migration. …”
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Effectiveness of horizontal posts to support MOD cavities compared with other restorative approaches in endodontically treated teeth: systematic review with meta-analysis of labora... by Mohammed Ahmed Alghauli, Ahmed Yaseen Alqutaibi, Redhwan Saleh Al-Gabri, Abdulmajeed Abdulaziz Baik, Anas Mazen Mahrous, Arwa Bafail, Samah Saker

“…These supporting concepts are crucial in achieving complications-free restorations that maintain long-term clinical functionality.…”
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Improvements in quality of life of patients with multiple sclerosis receiving alemtuzumab in clinical practice: the LEMVIDA study by José Eustasio Meca-Lallana, Sara Eichau, Bonaventura Casanova, Elena Álvarez Rodríguez, Antonio Pato, Mireia Forner, Baldo Toledo

“…Conclusions These results indicate early and substantial improvements in patients’ perception of their QoL and functioning with alemtuzumab that were sustained over three years.…”
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A survey into the utilization of probiotics and medicinal plants among individuals afflicted with gastrointestinal disorders in healthcare institutions in Saïda, Algeria by Lamia Abir Tazi, Yasmina Benabdesslem, Sabrina Amara, Kadda Hachem

“…Aim: Functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are recognized as a major public health concern worldwide. …”
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Title of the study: finite element analysis of five internal fixation modalities for Schatzker type IV‒C tibial plateau fractures by Zulong Zhou, Run Fang, Yulong Liu, Mingxiang Liu, Lingchao Kong, Rende Ning

“…Abstract Background This study aims to evaluate the biomechanical performance of five different internal fixation strategies for Schatzker type IV-C tibial plateau fractures using three-dimensional finite element analysis. …”
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Analysis of Drug and Health Resource Use Before and After COVID-19 Lockdown in a Population Undergoing Treatment for Depression or Anxiety by Ana Lear-Claveras, Ana Clavería, Ana Clavería, Ana Clavería, Sabela Couso-Viana, Sabela Couso-Viana, Patrice Nabbe, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez, Bárbara Oliván-Blázquez

“…IntroductionThe arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic modified the functions of Primary Care (PC) teams, which were forced to focus their resources on the diagnosis and treatment of SARS-CoV-2 infected patients. …”
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CLINICAL PRESENTATION AND PATIENT MANAGEMENT DIFFERENCES IN CONFIRMED AND NON-CONFIRMED PULMONARY THROMBOEMBOLISM by D. V. Duplyakov, T. V. Pavlova, T. V. Mullova, E. A. Kurakina, S. M. Khokhlunov

“…Aim. to study differences in clinical course and patient management in patients with confirmed and non-confirmed thromboemboly of pulmonary artery. …”
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Factors contributing to the vulnerability of healthcare providers in the Bandundu Health Zone and their impact on the ineffectiveness of epidemiological surveillance within the One... by S. L. Manta, A. F. B. Ngwamah, Jean-Paul Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, M. Mawunu, B. B. L. Mukandu, B. N. Ntoto

“…Statistically significant associations were observed between knowledge of surveillance functions (χ² = 12.8, dof = 1, p = 0.00) and the failure to involve veterinarians and agronomists in the process (χ² = 17.9, dof = 1, p = 0.00). …”
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Correlation between postprandial hypotension and post-induction hypotension in the elderly: a protocol for a prospective cohort study by Li Xu, Lu Che, Quexuan Cui, Han Zang, Tianchun Li

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Disease control and quality of life in chronic spontaneous urticaria and recurrent angioedema are strongly linked, but not in all patients by Sophia Neisinger, Pascale Salameh, Annika Gutsche, Felix Aulenbacher, Frank Siebenhaar, Marcus Maurer

“…Different domains of the QoL PROMs showed different degrees of influence on disease control, with “Itching/Embarrassment” showing the strongest correlation with the UCT (CR −0.804; p < 0.001) and “Functioning” with the AECT3mo (CR −0.824; p < 0.001). …”
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Normative structural connectome constrains spreading transient brain activity in generalized epilepsy by Jie Xia, Siqi Yang, Jiao Li, Yao Meng, Jinpeng Niu, Huafu Chen, Zhiqiang Zhang, Wei Liao

“…However, the connectome-based mechanisms shaping these abnormalities remain largely unknown. We aimed to investigate how the normative structural connectome constrains abnormal brain activity spread in genetic generalized epilepsy with generalized tonic–clonic seizure (GGE-GTCS). …”
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Determination of the Most Suitable Cut-Off Point of the Cervical Foraminal Cross-Sectional Area at the C5/6 Level to Predict Cervical Foraminal Bony Stenosis by Joohyun Lee, Jee Young Lee, Keum Nae Kang, Jae Ni Jang, Sukhee Park, Young Uk Kim

“…<b>Background</b>: Cervical foraminal bony stenosis (CFBS) is a common degenerative spinal condition that causes radicular pain and functional impairment in the upper extremities. Accurate and objective diagnosis of CFBS remains challenging due to the absence of standardized morphometric criteria. …”
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6G RIS in Indoor Environments: Assessment of Exposure Variability in Human Users and Non-Users by Silvia Gallucci, Martina Benini, Serena Fiocchi, Gabriella Tognola, Marta Parazzini

“…The aim of the present work is to assess the exposure of human users and non-users in indoor scenarios due to novel technology that will be integrated in 6G network in order to overcome the obstacles in NLOS area: Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS), here tuned in FR1-band. …”
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Cognitive Training Mobile Apps for Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment: App Store Search and Quality Evaluation by Leyi Wu, Jiajuan Pan, Chuwen Dou, An Gu, An Huang, Hong Tao, Xiaoyan Wang, Chen Zhang, Lina Wang

“…Global quality scores based on the MARS dimensions ranged from 2.38 to 4.13, with a mean (SD) of 3.57 (0.43) across 24 apps, indicating generally acceptable quality. The functionality dimension received the highest score, while engagement scored the lowest. …”
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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Syndrome as a Risk Factor for Ventricular Tachycardia in Chronic Heart Failure with Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction by M. V. Fadeeva, M. R. Skhirtladze, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Aim. To identify the relationship between rhythm disturbances, including ventricular tachycardia (VT), and the small intestinal bowel bacterial overgrowth syndrome in chronic heart failure (CHF) with left ventricular systolic dysfunction. …”
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Cardiopulmonary factors associated with atrial fibrillation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by E. I. Leonova, G. G. Shechyan, V. S. Zadionchenko, T. V. Adasheva, A. D. Deev, I. V. Fedorova

“…Aim. To study the relationships between clinical and functional features of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and status of cardiovascular system with focus on identifying factors associated with the atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with COPD.Material and methods. …”
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Whey protein-based bigels for co-encapsulation of curcumin and gallic acid: Characterization, stability and release kinetics by Behnaz Hashemi, Mehdi Varidi, Narjes Malekjani, Seid Mahdi Jafari

“…Bigels are a class of soft matter systems with great promise for the food industry as food analogs or as enhanced ingredient substitutes. This work aimed to improve the curcumin (CUR) and gallic-acid (GA) stability, antioxidant capabilities, and controlled release by co-encapsulating them within bigels. …”
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Orofacial myofunctional and anthropometric characteristics of children with and without microcephaly: a case-control study by Andréa Monteiro Correia MEDEIROS, Gabriela Rodrigues Dourado NOBRE, Geyse do Espírito Santo REZENDE, Íkaro Daniel de Carvalho BARRETO, Jonan Emi Valencia CARDENAS, Sarah Catarina Santos NASCIMENTO, Anna Luiza dos Santos MATOS, Asenate Soares de Matos PEREIRA, Ricardo Queiroz GURGEL, Giédre BERRETIN-FELIX

“…Abstract Objective This study aimed to describe and compare morphofunctional orofacial aspects between subjects with and without Zika virus-related microcephaly. …”
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Age-related changes in DNA methylation in a sample of elderly Brazilians by Hayley Welsh, Caio M. P. F. Batalha, Weili Li, Nadja C. Souza-Pinto, Yeda A. O. Duarte, Michel S. Naslavsky, Esteban J. Parra

“…Gene ontology (GO) pathway enrichment analyses were performed to explore the functional significance of identified DMPs and DMRs. …”
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The role of targeted physiotherapy in the group of patients diagnosed with epilepsy by Elżbieta Szczygieł-Pilut, Elżbieta Mirek, Magdalena Filip, Daniel Pilut, Justyna Totoń-Żurańska

“…All patients also reported oral improvement in the sense of postural stability after the completion of the rehabilitative treatment.Conclusions: Targeted physiotherapy in a group of patients with diagnosed epilepsy of undetermined etiology, and accompanying balance disorders has a positive impact on their daily functioning.…”
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