Evaluation of nutritional status and related factors in children with cystic fibrosis by Aylin Yücel, Sevgi Pekcan, Beray Selver Eklioğlu, Hasan Ali Yüksekkaya, Gökçen Ünal, Aslı İmran Yılmaz

“… Background. This study aimed to evaluate the nutritional status and body composition in children with cystic fibrosis (CF), in accordance with the new nutritional targets defined by European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN), the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) and the European Cystic Fibrosis Society (ECFS) 2016. …”
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Multimodal evaluation of cerebrospinal fluid from breast cancer leptomeningeal metastases using circulating tumor cell detection, single-cell sequencing, and proteomics by Elnaz Rahbarlayegh, Alexandre Wojcinski, Natsuko Nomura, Tiffany M. Juarez, Barbara Blouw, Santosh Kesari

“…Abstract Background Patients with human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 positive (HER2+) or triple-negative breast cancer are at higher risk than those with other breast cancer subtypes for developing brain metastases, including leptomeningeal metastases. …”
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Evaluation of factors affecting the physiological levels of copper and iron in sheep and cattle in some areas of Diyala Governorate, Iraq by Al-Zubaidi Raad Mahmood Hussein, Marah Salim Hameed, Waleed Ibrahim Jalil, Ali Ibrahim Ali AL-Ezzy

“…Background: Trace minerals are important components of many physiological functions, including growth, development, and the immune response. …”
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Health-related outcomes of youth sport participation: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Dennis Bengtsson, Joar Svensson, Virginia Wiman, Andreas Stenling, Erik Lundkvist, Andreas Ivarsson

“…Abstract Background Participating in youth sports can benefit individuals’ psychological (e.g., fewer depressive symptoms, improved self-esteem), social (e.g., improved social skills, learning to work with others as a team), and physical health-related outcomes (e.g., higher physical activity levels, lower body fat), aligning with global sustainable development goals. …”
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Influencing factors of rehabilitation participation among patients with pneumoconiosis in Chongqing, China by Xiaodong Wang, Lvsu Ye, Lijie Long, Xiaoya Huang, Yongyi Wang

“…BackgroundPneumoconiosis is the most serious and common occupational disease in China. …”
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Presence of the Anopheles culicifacies complex species A in southeast Iran by Seyed Massoud Madjdzadeh, Nahid Behi, Mohammad Amin Gorouhi, Arsalan Amirkafi, Mohammad Ali Oshaghi

“…Abstract Background The Anopheles culicifacies complex is one of the most important malaria vectors in Southeast Asia and Southeastern Iran. …”
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Fluoroscopy-Guided Blockade of the Greater Occipital Nerve in Cadavers: A Comparison of Spread and Nerve Involvement for Different Injectate Volumes by Zhanfeng Song, Shuming Zhao, Jianqing Ma, Zhanyong Wu, Sidong Yang

“…Background. Fluoroscopy-guided blockade of the greater occipital nerve (GON) is an accepted method for treating the symptoms of cervicogenic headaches (CGHs). …”
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Optimal Enteral Nutrition Support Preserved Muscle Mass in Critically Ill Children by Kantisa Sirianansopa, Chavisa Rassameehirun, Sirinuch Chomtho, Orapa Suteerojntrakool, Lalida Kongkiattikul

“…Background. Inflammation and immobility are the most relevant mechanisms that alter protein synthesis and increase protein breakdown. …”
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Impact of ketogenic diets on cancer patient outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Meiying Zhang, Qing Zhang, Sheng Huang, Yifu Lu, Mengyun Peng

“…BackgroundThe ketogenic diet, characterized by high fat, moderate protein, and extremely low carbohydrate intake, has been widely used as a medical treatment for various conditions and has gained increasing attention in recent years due to its health benefits.ObjectivesThis study aims to investigate the effectiveness of a ketogenic diet on outcomes in cancer patients compared to conventional non-ketogenic diets.Materials and methodsStudies that assigned cancer patients to either a ketogenic diet or a standard diet control group were included. …”
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Perceptions of the Role of Short-Term Volunteerism in International Development: Views from Volunteers, Local Hosts, and Community Members by Bethina Loiseau, Rebekah Sibbald, Salem A. Raman, Benedict Darren, Lawrence C. Loh, Helen Dimaras

“…Background. Short-term international volunteer trips traditionally involve volunteers from high-income countries travelling to low- and middle-income countries to assist in service-related development activities. …”
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Inclusiveness in mental health research: a survey of attitudes, awareness, and actions among journal editors by Patrizia Pezzoli, Weili Zhai, Joan Marsh, Essi Viding

“…Background: Improving inclusiveness in mental health research merits attention as we seek to reduce inequalities in mental health. …”
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Forecast of elements of petroleum systems in the joint zone of the Siberian platform and adjacent structures in the southwestern part of the Laptev sea by D. A. Pavelkina, K. A. Guzeyeva, I. S. Avdeeva, I. S. Ustinov

“…Their study within the framework of a single model can extend the understanding of the development of sedimentary basins and the petroleum systems included in their composition.Aim. Identification of effective petroleum systems in the joint zone of the Siberian Platform and adjacent structures in the southwestern part of the Laptev Sea.Materials and methods. …”
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Comparison of Endoscopic Radiofrequency Ablation and Argon Plasma Coagulation in Patients with Gastric Low-Grade Intraepithelial Neoplasia: A Large-Scale Retrospective Study by Nanjun Wang, Ningli Chai, Longsong Li, Huikai Li, Yaqi Zhai, Xiuxue Feng, Shengzhen Liu, Wengang Zhang, Enqiang Linghu

“…Background. Gastric low-grade intraepithelial neoplasia (LGIN) is a precancerous lesion of gastric cancer. …”
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Effect of pulsed current frequency on alloy chemistry, microstructure, and mechanical responses of Hastelloy B-2 superalloy in gas tungsten arc welding process by Mehdi Khalasi Dezfuli, Ali Heidary Moghadam, Mehdi Ghobeiti Hasab, Rouholah Ashiri

“…The welding operation was performed with a constant background current (Ib) of 40 A and a peak current (Ip) of 60 A, while the pulse frequency was adjusted to three levels: 8 Hz, 12 Hz, and 16 Hz. …”
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Effectiveness of biofilm-targeted therapy in managing and preventing dental caries: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis by Venkata Suresh Venkataiah, Mohmed Isaqali Karobari

“…Abstract Background Dental caries is a biofilm-dependent disease that continues to challenge conventional preventive strategies, such as fluoride application and mechanical plaque removal. …”
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Gold and gold-bearing volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits of the Central Cuba by D. De la Nuez Colon, M. Santa Cruz Pacheco

“…Background. Volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits (VMS) are the most important sources of Cu and Zn; they account for a large share of the world production of Pb, Ag, Au, Se, Te, Bi and Sb, as well as small amounts of many other metals. …”
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Complexities of <i>Candida</i> Colonization and Oral Microbiome in Oral Lichen Planus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Israyani, Christine Anastasia Rovani, Erni Marlina, Chung-Ming Liu

“…<b>Background/objectives:</b> Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic autoimmune disorder affecting various age groups and is associated with multiple factors. …”
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Phase angle as a predictor of mortality in elderly patients with multimorbidity: a matched case-control study by Yao Wang, Tingting Liu, Tianru Zheng, Yun Zhang, Li Li, Maolong Gao

“…Background We aimed to investigate the value of phase angle (PhA) as a prognostic marker for mortality in elderly patients with multimorbidity using a matched case-control study. …”
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Chevrel Phase Materials: Advances in Synthesis and Thermoelectric Applications by Zhenyu Chen, Zongchen Jiang, Shengnan Zhang, Botao Shao, Chengshan Li, Jianfeng Li, Pingxiang Zhang

“…The review highlights the importances of rapid preparation method of high‐purity CPs and tuning the electronic structure and chemical composition of CPs to enhance their thermoelectric properties. …”
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A Single Dose of Goji Berries Does Not Affect Postprandial Energy Expenditure and Substrate Oxidation in Healthy, Overweight Men by José J. van den Driessche, Jogchum Plat, Guy Plasqui, Ronald P. Mensink

“…In addition, markers of lipid and glucose metabolism were measured. Methods. Seventeen healthy, overweight men received in a random order a meal containing 25 grams of dried Lycium barbarum fruit or a control meal matched for caloric content and macronutrient composition. …”
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