Serum IL-33/ST2 Axis Expression in Acute Exacerbations of COPD: Correlation with Pulmonary Function by Wei Y, Ling L, Zhu H, Huang Q

“…Logistic regression confirmed IL-33 (OR = 1.32, p < 0.001) and ST2 (OR = 1.29, p < 0.001) was associated with reduced pulmonary function. Subgroup analysis revealed more pronounced associations in older patients (≥ 67 years), males, and those with PH.Conclusion:  IL-33 and ST2 are promising biomarkers for identifying individuals at higher risk of reduced pulmonary function during AECOPD. …”
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Exposure to elevated relative humidity in laboratory chambers alters fungal gene expression in dust from the International Space Station (ISS) by Neeraja Balasubrahmaniam, Nicholas Nastasi, Bridget Hegarty, John M. Horack, Marit E. Meyer, Sarah R. Haines, Karen C. Dannemiller

“…Our results demonstrate that understanding microbial functional changes in response to elevated moisture will help develop more robust microbial monitoring standards for spacecraft environments to protect astronaut health and spacecraft integrity in low-Earth orbit and beyond.…”
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A Novel YOLO Algorithm Integrating Attention Mechanisms and Fuzzy Information for Pavement Crack Detection by Qingqing Li, Tianshu Wu, Tingfa Xu, Jianmei Lei, Jiu Liu

“…This model integrates fuzzy logic and fuzzy membership functions to handle uncertainty in crack detection. …”
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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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Prediction of pulmonary air leak after lobectomies by A. L. Akopov, A. S. Agishev, R. P. Mishra, M. G. Kovalev, E. V. Parshin, S. Yu. Dvoreckiy, Z. A. Zaripova, Yu. D. Rabik, R. D. Skvortsova, A. A. Obukhova

“…The patients were divided into three groups - group 1 (n=42, 59 %) - air leak through the drains stopped within a day after surgery; group 2 (n=10, 14 %) - the duration of air leak from the pleural cavity from 1 to 5 days; group 3 (n=19, 27 %) the duration of air leak more than 5 days after surgery.RESULTS. The average values of the main clinical, surgical and functional indicators, such as the frequency of concomitant COPD, the severity of its course, smoking status, access (thoracotomy / thoracoscopy) in the three groups were almost the same. …”
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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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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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Response of volume and osmoregulatory kidney function to infusion loading in patients with dopamine-dependent compensation of sepsis-induced hypotension by V. M. Konovchuk, A. V. Andrushchak

“…To study the response of volume and osmoregulatory kidney function to increased volume of extracellular space (IVECS) with dopamine-dependent compensation of sepsis-induced hypotension. …”
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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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Exploring Gender Differences in the Relationship Between Thyroid Function and Aggressive and Impulsive Behaviors in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder by Zhao S, Wang A, Han Y, Song C, Zhang H, He K, Chen J

“…In the future, longitudinal studies with larger sample sizes should be conducted to explore molecular mechanisms for more personalized treatments.Keywords: MDD, thyroid function, gender differences, aggressive and impulsive…”
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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

“…Conclusions: While the available literature on STE in acromegaly is limited, our analysis suggests potential applications in differentiating hypertrophy aetiologies and monitoring cardiac function post-treatment. The results underscore the need for more interdisciplinary research to optimise patient management. …”
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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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Processing speed impairment in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy patients: a cross-sectional study by Iara Senem, Carina Telarolli Spedo, Rodrigo Melo Conde, Geraldo Cassio dos Reis, Antônio Carlos dos Santos, Amilton Antunes Barreira, Wilson Marques Jr

“…Results We found statistical differences for both groups of CIDP patients in terms of PS, for the patients spent more time performing the PS tasks than the controls. …”
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Development of an IoT-based Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for stroke patients using QFD by Fitrah Japunk Lucky Anto, Syafira Widiyanti, Agung Prayogi, Ismianti Ismianti, Sylvert Prian Tahalea, Astrid Wahyu Adventri Wibowo, Vynska Amalia Permadi

“…It often results in brain damage that impairs the function of certain body parts, including the ability to communicate. …”
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Measurement of platelet thrombus formation in patients following severe thermal injury by Ali Asiri, Joshua M. J. Price, Jon Hazeldine, Kirsty C. McGee, Amanda V. Sardeli, Yung-Yi Chen, Jack Sullivan, Naiem S. Moiemen, Paul Harrison

“…This study suggests that measuring platelet dysfunction within a more physiological in vitro test may have potential clinical utility. …”
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Assessment of visual function under various lighting conditions in a cohort of active older drivers: dimensionality and principal metrics by Deyue Yu, Landon Perry, Thomas Kerwin, Jingzhen Yang, Zhong-Lin Lu, Zhong-Lin Lu, Zhong-Lin Lu

“…This study aims to investigate how visual functions vary across different lighting conditions, examine their correlations, and identify the principal visual function metrics that enable a more comprehensive assessment of active older drivers.MethodsTwenty active older drivers (aged 63 to 87 years; mean = 70 years) participated. …”
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Impact of Dental Treatment under General Anaesthesia on Oral Health-related Quality of Life, Weight and Oral Hygiene Measures in Children: A Quasi-experimental Study by Khlood Baghlaf, Haneen Baty, Ibtesam Alzain, Akram Qutob, Medhat Abdulla

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Non-invasive ventilation in COVID-19-related acute hypoxemic respiratory failure: a narrative review by Luigi Aronne, Raffaella Pagliaro, Angela Schiattarella, Susan FM Campbell, Maria Vitale, Fabio Perrotta, Klara Komici, Germano Guerra, Andrea Bianco, Filippo Scialò, Vanvitelli - Monaldi COVID Group

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Measurement of emerging neurocognitive and language skills in the HEALthy Brain and Child Development (HBCD) study by Julie A. Kable, Alexandra S. Potter, Natacha Akshoomoff, Patricia M. Blasco, Stefanie C. Bodison, Lucia Ciciolla, Sherry DeGray, Zoe Hulce, Emily S. Kuschner, Britley Learnard, Monica Luciana, Alexandra Perez, Miriam A. Novack, Tracy Riggins, So Yeon Shin, Sidney Smith, Jennifer Vannest, Eric.H. Zimak

“…., Bayley Scales of Infant Development-4) and more specific laboratory measures (e.g., deferred imitation) are included in the HBCD study battery. …”
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