Improving cellular fitness of human stem cell-derived islets under hypoxia by Xi Wang, Shlomi Brielle, Jennifer Kenty-Ryu, Nataly Korover, Danny Bavli, Ramona Pop, Douglas A. Melton

“…Abstract Stem cell-derived islet cell therapy can effectively treat type 1 diabetes, but its efficacy is hindered by low oxygen supply post-transplantation, particularly in subcutaneous spaces and encapsulation devices, leading to cell dysfunction. …”
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Bone transport combined with internal fixation in post-traumatic distal humerus defects and nonunions: retrospective analysis of 16 patients by Xiriaili Kadier, Aierbanjiang Shali, Yimurang Hamiti, Yang Xin, Alimujiang Abulaiti, Xiayimaierdan Maimaiti, Aihemaitijiang Yusufu

“…According to the ASAMI criteria, the treatment outcome was excellent in 6 cases, good in 8, and fair in 2. Elbow function significantly improved (p<0.01) post-operatively according to the DASH score. …”
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The impact of perioperative hyperglycemia on postoperative cognitive function: A comprehensive review by Jiale Song, Shuqin Li, Heng Zhao, Qian Hao, Hongyuan Sui, Hongmei Zhou, Jian Lu

“…This will protect cognitive functions and improve overall patient outcomes, bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical application, thereby setting the stage for advancements that could transform perioperative management standards.…”
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Role of visceral adiposity in functional recovery after myocardial infarction in females by Yu. Zhukova, M. Zak

“…Despite its clinical significance, visceral adiposity is often under-assessed in post-MI rehabilitation. Objective: To evaluate the effect of visceral adiposity on functional recovery and rehabilitation outcomes in obese female patients following a first myocardial infarction. …”
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Prognostic implications of functional tricuspid regurgitation in asymptomatic degenerative mitral regurgitation by Christophe Tribouilloy, Yohann Bohbot, Benjamin Essayagh, Giovanni Benfari, Jeroen J. Bax, Thierry Le Tourneau, Yan Topilsky, Clemence Antoine, Dan Rusinaru, Francesco Grigioni, Nina Ajmone Marsan, Aniek vanWijngaarden, Aviram Hochstadt, Jean Christian Roussel, Prabin Thapa, Michelena Hector I, Maurice Enriquez‐Sarano

“…Abstract Aims Functional tricuspid regurgitation (FTR) associated with degenerative mitral regurgitation (DMR) accentuates the severity of heart failure and is a marker of poor prognosis. …”
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Impact of Physical Exercise on the Executive Function and Mental Health of Heroin Addicts by Chun-Lu Fang, Guo-Hua Zheng

“…Participants in the aerobic exercise group demonstrated significant reductions in reaction times on the 2-back working memory and switch cognitive flexibility tests, whereas performance accuracy significantly improved across all executive function tests. Additionally, the scores on the 10 subscales of the SCL-90-R showed a statistically significant decrease in the post-exercise period compared with the pre-exercise period. …”
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Efficacy assessment for NMES in improving muscle strength in patients with SAP complicated by ARDS by FAN Dingrong, ZHOU Hengyu, CAI Ying

“…However, it does not significantly affect diaphragm function or mortality rates. …”
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Brainwide Analysis of Functional Connectivity Patterns in Specific Phobia and Its Treatment by Markus Muehlhan, Judith Schäfer, Kevin Hilbert, Esther Seidl, Katja Beesdo-Baum

“…Conclusions: Given the known functions of the identified networks, it is possible that the changes in connectivity measured after treatment indicate improved action control, enabled by more accurate prediction of the environment and stronger coupling of perceptual and action regions with higher-order control regions.…”
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Predicting kidney graft function and failure among kidney transplant recipients by Yi Yao, Brad C. Astor, Wei Yang, Tom Greene, Liang Li

“…It is of clinical interest to develop a prognostic model for both graft function, quantified by estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), and the risk of graft failure. …”
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New ways to admire zebrafish: progress in functional genomics research methodology by Cathleen Teh, Serguei Parinov, Vladimir Korzh

“…The main challenge of the post-genomic era is to functionally characterize genes identified by the genome sequencing projects. …”
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Rectal Reconstruction after Total Mesorectumectomy: Functional Outcomes and Quality of Life by A. O. Rasulov, A. B. Baychorov, A. M. Merzlyakova, A. I. Ovchinnikova, A. V. Semyanikhina

“…The J-pouch formation after low anterior resection ameliorates anal continence at months 3–6 post-surgery, reduces low anterior resection syndrome and improves quality of life (FIQL). …”
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Binary program taint analysis optimization method based on function summary by Pan YANG, Fei KANG, Hui SHU, Yuyao HUANG, Xiaoshao LYU

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The Effects of Functional Exercise Interventions on Quality of Life and Selected Physical Fitness by Cüneyt Şensoy, Alper Cenk Gürkan, Mehmet Söyler

“…Groups were comparable in terms of demographic characteristics such as age (Group 1: 72.1 ± 6.2; Group 2: 71.8 ± 5.9, p&gt;0.05) and physical activity levels (sedentary majority in both groups). Balance scores improved significantly in Group 1 (pre: 44.3 ± 8.7; post: 54.1 ± 7.5, F=16.45, p0.05). …”
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A decade's experience of robotic buccal ureteroplasty for post-ureteroscopic laser lithotripsy-induced strictures—Should this be the new standard? by Deerush Kannan Sakthivel, Pratik Taur, Rajesh Paul, Pravin Meenashi Sundaram, Deepak Raghavan

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Program of functional instruction in reading comprehension of poems in elementary school students by Néstor Miguel Velarde Corrales, Aldo Bazán-Ramírez

“…A prior evaluation of the group showed that 28 of the 30 students had a low level of reading comprehension, therefore, it was formed in a random manner, a group of eleven students who took a training course for reading comprehension, which consisted of six sessions. A pre- and post-treatment analysis showed that the 11 children exposed to the training improved their performance in reading activities. …”
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of neuromuscular electrical stimulation post-botulinum toxin injection in children with cerebral palsy by Fu-An Yang, Jie-Ren Mi Le, Chia-Hsiang Lu, Chao-Chun Huang, Hung-Chou Chen

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Advancing agriculture with functional NM: “pathways to sustainable and smart farming technologies” by Mir Waqas Alam, Pir Mohammad Junaid, Yonis Gulzar, Buzuayehu Abebe, Mohammed Awad, S. A. Quazi

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Current status of Tele-speech language therapy by type and support for patients with post-stroke aphasia: A scoping review. by Yuhei Kodani, Shinsuke Nagami, Ayaka Yokozeki, Shinya Fukunaga, Katsuya Nakamura, Hikaru Nakamura

“…This study particularly aimed to identify gaps that prevent the establishment of Tele-SLT, a field that has gained significant attention post-COVID-19 pandemic.<h4>Design</h4>A scoping review was conducted following the PRISMA-ScR guidelines.…”
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Pre-mRNA Splicing Functions in Plant Sexual Reproduction Development by Dongjie Shao, Xinqi Gao, Yiming Wei

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Functional Electrical Stimulation for Male Urinary Incontinence: A Literature Review by Warsono Warsono, Pipit Lestari

“…Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) has emerged as a promising adjunctive therapy to enhance pelvic floor muscle function and accelerate continence recovery. …”
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