State-dependent inter-network functional connectivity development in neonatal brain from the developing human connectome project by Zhiyong Zhao, Ruolin Li, Yihan Wu, Mingyang Li, Dan Wu

“…This study aimed to investigate dynamic functional network connectivity (dFNC) using resting-state functional MRI in 244 full-term (age: 37–44 weeks) and 36 preterm infants (age: 37–43 weeks) from the dHCP dataset. …”
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Rapidity of hematoma resolution after fibrinolytic therapy for intracerebral hemorrhage has a favorable effect on functional outcome by Vesna Malinova, Regina Schwiddessen, Christian von der Brelie, Dorothee Mielke, Veit Rohde

“…The odds of reaching favorable outcome were four-fold higher in patients with a volume reduction of more than 50% after 24 h (OR 4.23, 95%CI 3.05 to 5.66, p = 0.007). …”
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Functional results of surgical treatment of macular holes fully preserving the internal limiting membrane as compared with the traditional method by P. V. Lyskin, P. L. Volodin, I. R. Makarenko

“…The anatomical result was assessed by optical coherence tomography data. To assess the functional results, the patients were tested for the best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and subjected to microperimetry. …”
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Pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase 1 is essential for transplantable mouse bone marrow hematopoietic stem cell and progenitor function. by Camilla Halvarsson, Pernilla Eliasson, Jan-Ingvar Jönsson

“…<h4>Principle findings</h4>Here we demonstrate that PDK1 activity is crucial for transplantable HSC function. Whereas Pdkl, Pdk2, and Pdk3 transcripts were expressed at higher levels in different subtypes of HSCs compared to differentiated cells, we could not detect any major differences in expression between LT-HSCs and more short-term HSCs and multipotent progenitors. …”
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Comparison of two respiratory function monitors for newborn mask ventilation: A randomised crossover study using simulation by C.M. Ní Chathasaigh, A.E. Curley, E. O Currain

“…Objectives: Respiratory function monitors (RFM) provide objective feedback on respiratory parameters during face mask ventilation. …”
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A study on resting-state functional near-infrared spectroscopy in patients with different outcomes of prolonged disorders of consciousness by Yanli Liang, Xin Liang, Yijiang Li, Chaowen Wang, Yinuo Bi, Yuan Xue, Wenyu Jiang

“…BackgroundTo explore the characteristics of resting-state functional connectivity in patients with different outcomes of prolonged disorders of consciousness (pDoC) by studying resting-state near-infrared imaging in patients with pDoC.Methods60 patients with pDoC were processed with resting-state near-infrared imaging and divided into unresponsive wakefulness syndrome/vegetative state (UWS/VS) group, minimally conscious state (MCS) group and escape minimally conscious state (EMCS) group according to the post-treatment state of consciousness, to analyze the difference of resting-state functional connectivity in patients with different outcomes of patients with pDoC.ResultsFunctional connectivity (FC) between frontal lobe and left occipital lobe, frontal lobe and right occipital lobe, and left and right occipital lobes decreased in the UWS/VS group compared with the MCS group; functional connectivity between frontal lobe and left occipital lobe, frontal lobe and right occipital lobe, and left and right occipital lobes decreased in the UWS/VS group compared with the EMCS group; functional connectivity did not show any significant difference between the EMCS and MCS groups; and functional connectivity was more centralized in the MCS group and EMCS group.ConclusionDifferent outcomes of patients with pDoC have different degrees of decline in functional connectivity between frontal lobe and occipital lobe and between occipital lobe, resting-state functional near-infrared spectroscopy has a certain reference significance for the prognosis of patients with pDoC, and it is helpful for exploring the exploration of the conscious residual brain areas.…”
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Comparing the functionality of ontology design software with an emphasis on Persian language: Designing an evidence-based medical ontology prototype by Adeleh asadi

“…Since Protege software is more compatible with the standards of ontology design, this software was selected for the design of evidence-based medical ontology and was designed through 7 steps. …”
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Perinatal Exposure of Dams to a High Salt Diet Impaired Vascular Function and Elevated Biomarkers of Inflammation in the Offspring by Ahmed Kolade Oloyo, Santan Modokpe Olley, Esther Ngozi Ohihoin, Abdullahi Adeyinka Adejare, Khadijah Bolanle Ismail-Badmus, Esther Udo Asamudo, Olusoga Adekunle Sofola

“…Conclusion: Findings from this study show that maternal perinatal HSD increased biomarkers of inflammation, impaired endothelial function and elevated BP in the adult offspring. These findings suggest maternal perinatal consumption of high dietary salt renders the offspring more susceptible to hypertension in adulthood.…”
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Change in lung function abnormalities in patients treated for first ever pulmonary tuberculosis in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania by Reinhard Elisania Lema, Grace Ambrose Shayo, Zuhura Nkrumbih, Tumaini Joseph Nagu

“…Objectives: To document abnormalities in pulmonary function (PF) and associated factors in patients completing treatment for microbiologically confirmed, first-ever pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB).From August 2020 to May 2021, we recruited 332 patients aged ≥15 years. …”
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Urine anion and osmolality gaps in the comprehensive evaluation of acid base balance across different levels of kidney function by Saeko Hatanaka Ito, Go Kanzaki, Hideaki Kuno, Takahito Niikura, Kosuke Honda, Yasuyuki Nakada, Nobuo Tsuboi, Takashi Hasegawa, Takashi Yokoo

“…Although UOG has traditionally been considered superior, our findings suggest that UAG demonstrated more consistent associations with kidney function parameters. …”
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Association between relative fat mass and cognitive function among US older men: NHANES 2011–2014 by Linlin Liu, Anshi Wu, Shengnan Yang

“…It was observed that the negative correlation that exists between RFM and Z-scores became more pronounced when RFM exceeded 35.78. Furthermore, subgroup analyses showed that the association between RFM and cognitive function was significantly impacted by education level, poverty-income ratio (PIR), smoking status, and drinking status. …”
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Neuronal Populations Involved in Motor Function Show Prominent Expression of Sbno1 During Postnatal Brain Development by Sunjidmaa Zolzaya, Dai Ihara, Munkhsoyol Erkhembaatar, Shinsuke Ochiai, Ayaka Isa, Mariko Nishibe, Jean-Pierre Bellier, Takahiro Shimizu, Satoshi Kikkawa, Ryo Nitta, Yu Katsuyama

“…They also indicate that while Sbno1 may play a general role across all neurons, it may also serve more specialized functions in certain neuronal types and/or for certain cellular activities related to particular neuronal pathways.…”
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Sustainable co-fermentation of seagrape (Caulerpa lentillifera) and coffee cherry pulp: Enhancing bioactivity and stability for functional beverages by Churairat Moukamnerd, Supanut Pothimoi, Saranya Peerakietkhajorn, Chittipong Tipbunjong

“…Sensory evaluation confirmed that the fermented beverage was more accepted than the unfermented counterpart, with improvements in taste, mouthfeel, and overall preference. …”
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Understanding the role of electrostatic force, van der Waals force, and osmotic pressure in retinal function and barrier integrity by Khayry Al-Shami, Jafar Shatnawi, Khaled Qasagsah, Salman Almurabi, Ghayda’ Shatnawi, Tasnim Darawsheh, Shahed Karaja

“…Abstract The retina’s intricate interplay of forces and structures, with a focus on the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) and photoreceptors, is essential for retinal health and function. Among these forces, electrostatic forces play a crucial role, working alongside van der Waals forces and oncotic pressure to maintain the retina’s attachment to the RPE and ensure the integrity of the blood-retina barrier (BRB). …”
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Changes in walking capacity, pain, and self-reported physical function after derotational osteotomy in adolescents with rotational deformities by Ramon J. Boekesteijn, Katrijn Smulders, Janke H. van Gelder, Noël L.W. Keijsers, Pepijn Bisseling

“…Abstract Background Derotational osteotomy aims to alleviate pain and enhance physical functioning in adolescents with a rotational deformity of the lower extremities, but remains a topic of controversy. …”
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Drying Parameters of Half-Cut and Ground Figs (Ficus carica L.) var. Mission and the Effect on Their Functional Properties by Juan José Martínez-García, José Alberto Gallegos-Infante, Nuria Elizabeth Rocha-Guzmán, Patricia Ramírez-Baca, María Guadalupe Candelas-Cadillo, Rubén Francisco González-Laredo

“…Dehydrating ground figs was faster and maintained its functional properties better than half-cut figs.…”
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Association between the geriatric nutritional risk index and cognitive function in the rural elderly population of a county in Guangxi by Kaisheng TENG, Qinyi GUAN, Qiumei LIU, Jiansheng CAI, You LI, Zhiyong ZHANG, Jian QIN

“…When the GNRI exceeded 101.94, the risk of cognitive impairment in the elderly population showed a decreasing trend, and this trend was more pronounced in the female population. However, the mediation effect of HDL-C in the association between GNRI and cognitive function was not statistically significant. …”
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Role of AI and 3D quantitative computed tomography in obstructive airway diseases in correlation with pulmonary function tests by Amira Abdalla saad, Ahmed M. Osman, Hossam M. Abdelhamid, Mai Mohammad Sedik

“…Aim of the study To evaluate the usefulness of artificial intelligence (AI) and three-dimensional (3D) quantitative computed tomography (CT) in the assessment of lung volume, the wall thickness of the airway, the volume of emphysematous changes, and the verification of the relation between the structural changes of the bronchial tree and the airflow limitation in patients with obstructive airway diseases in correlation with pulmonary function tests (PFT). Methods A retrospective prospective observational study included fifty-two patients with suspicion of obstructive airway diseases who underwent a pulmonary function test followed by a high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scan. …”
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Circulating endothelial progenitor cells as a marker of left ventricular pump function in ischemic chronic heart failure by A. A. Kremzer

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Total Joint Replacement in the Past Does Not Relate to a Deteriorated Functional Level and Health Status in the Oldest Old by Wiebe Chr. Verra, Anton J. M. de Craen, Coen C. M. M. Jaspars, Jacobijn Gussekloo, Gerard Jan Blauw, Rudi G. J. Westendorp, Andrea B. Maier, Rob G. H. H. Nelissen

“…We compared health-related and functional characteristics of oldest olds with and without TJR. …”
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