Long-term outcomes after a radioactive iodine treatment for a single autonomous functioning thyroid nodule in Japan by Ai Yoshihara, Jaeduk Yoshimura Noh, Kosuke Inoue, Masakazu Koshibu, Rei Hirose, Masahiro Ichikawa, Nami Suzuki, Masako Matsumoto, Miho Fukushita, Natsuko Watanabe, Kiminori Sugino, Koichi Ito

“…We retrospectively studied 201 patients with an AFTN who received RAIT at a dose of 500 MBq and were followed up for more than 2 years. Thyroid function at diagnosis, thyroid antibody positivity, treatment with antithyroid drugs before RAIT, cystic components of the nodule, and 131I uptake outside the nodule were assessed. …”
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Body composition and functional capacity as determinants of physical activity in middle-aged and older adults: a cross-sectional analysis by Matti Hyvärinen, Anna Kankaanpää, Timo Rantalainen, Taina Rantanen, Eija K. Laakkonen, Laura Karavirta

“…Conclusions Reduced functional capacity may be a key factor limiting physical activity, with its impact becoming more pronounced as functional capacity declines with age. …”
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Executive function at baseline and follow-up in opioid maintenance patients and its relation to psychiatric comorbidity and substance use patterns by John Hanson Högberg, Björn Philips, Jonas Nielsen, Stina Richter Simsek, Kristina Berglund

“…Conclusions Executive function impairment is common in patients starting OMT, with specific functions more affected. …”
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Ratio and interconnections of functional fitness structure key components of elite combat athletes at the stage of maximum realization of individual capabilities by Oleksander Pryimakov, Sergii Iermakov, Jerzy Eider, Stanislav Prysiazhniuk, Anatoly Skrypko, Natalija Mazurok

“…Complex application of different methods of testing athletes provides more efficient approach to the problem of monitoring and managing functional fitness and special work capacity of wrestlers at the stage of maximum realization of individual capacities. …”
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Functional transformation of settlements in coal exploitation zones: A case study of the municipality of Stanari in Republic of Srpska (Bosnia and Herzegovina) by Delić Dragica, Gatarić Dragica, Ratkaj Ivan, Mandić Mira, Poljašević Branka Zolak, Sabljić Luka, Lukić Tin

“…The most pronounced transformations occurred in settlements near the mine, where exploitation led to increased employment in industry and services, while more distant settlements retained their functional type with minor modifications. …”
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Effects of Functional Partial Body Weight Support Treadmill Training on Mobility in Children with Ataxia: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Alexandra Lepoura, Sofia Lampropoulou, Antonis Galanos, Marianna Papadopoulou, Georgios Gkrimas, Magda Tziomaki, Vasiliki Sakellari

“…<b>Conclusions:</b> The FPBWSTT is more effective on the mobility and functionality of children with ataxia who are 8–18 years old, compared to typical physiotherapy. …”
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Analysis of structural and functional central nervous system abnormalities associated with prenatal exposure to ethanol in children of primary school age by E. V. Fadeeva, A. M. Lanovaya, A. Yu. Nenastieva, G. A. Korchagina

“…The identification of structural abnormalities to the CNS was carried out on the basis of assessing the correspondence of the occipital frontal circumference of the child’s head with the normative values for a specific sex and age, determination of functional abnormalities was carried out on the basis of an assessment of intellectual development based on the results of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children and behavioral characteristics according to the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales.The presence of structural abnormalities to the CNS, manifested by a decrease in the occipital frontal circumference 2 or more standard deviations below the mean for the age norm, was revealed in 59 patients (77%). …”
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Inhibition of IL-6 trans-signaling promotes post-stroke functional recovery in a sex and dose-dependent manner by Cassandra Hall, Dustin T. Nguyen, Kate Mendoza, Chunfeng Tan, Anjali Chauhan

“…Results Improved long-term functional outcomes were observed in male, but not female mice. …”
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Differences in Right Heart Function After Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Patients With Pulmonary Valve Stenosis Versus Tetralogy of Fallot by Alexander C. Egbe, C. Charles Jain, Omar Abozied, Luke J. Burchill, Ahmed Younis, Snigdha Karnakoti, Marwan H. Ahmed, Heidi M. Connolly

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Functional characterisation of CD8+ T cells mobilised with acute supramaximal high‐intensity interval exercise: implications for immune surveillance by Anna Strömberg, Mirko Mandić, Brennan J Wadsworth, Sebastian Proschinger, Seher Alam, Lisa MJ Eriksson, Laura Barbieri, Eric Rullman, Helene Rundqvist

“…CD8+ T cells play a crucial role in immune surveillance, and in this study, we performed an in‐depth analysis of the impact of supramaximal high‐intensity exercise (HIIT) on CD8+ T‐cell dynamics and function, which are currently lacking in the literature. …”
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Effectiveness of computer-assisted cognitive training on cognitive function and activities of daily living in patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment by Xiaoyang Feng, Xiaolin Sun, Jia Liu, Yan Li, Yunhai Yao, Jianming Fu, Xudong Gu

“…Secondary outcomes were the Trail Making Test (TMT), the Symbol-Digit Modalities Test (SDMT), the Auditory Verb Learning Test-Huashan version (AVLT-H), the Boston Naming Test (BNT), and the Clock Drawing Test (CDT), which assessed cognitive function across specific domains.ResultsBoth groups showed significant improvements in MMSE, MBI, amplitude of P300, and latency of P300, with the intervention group demonstrating more pronounced improvements compared to the control group. …”
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Modification mechanism of silver nanoparticles-functionalized MW-CNT and GGBFS and CQDs on the structural properties of geopolymer reinforced-composite beam by Mehmet Serkan Kırgız, Jamal Khatib, Raul D. S. G. Campilho, Ayub Elahi, Ahmed Ashteyat, Roberto A. Gonzalez-Lezcano, Touhami Tahenni, Gideon Bamigboye, Nagaraj Nagaprasad, Krishnaraj Ramaswamy

“…Abstract This article provides a concise overview of the modification mechanism of silver nanoparticles-functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotube (Ag-PM-WCNT), ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS), and carbon quantum dots (CQD) on the mechanical and reliability properties of structural geopolymer reinforced-composite beams (GR-CBs). …”
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LARS-like symptoms in the general population may suggest the significance of postoperative functional problems and emotional implications of rectal surgery by Tudor-Cristian Frunza, Sorinel Lunca, Iustina Baciu, Iulia Axinia, Cezar Valentin Mocanu, Andreea Crudu, Narcis Bujor, Lucia Flavia Livenschi, Claudiu Alexandru Nicolaiev, Andreea Hulubencu, Anca Diaconu, Emilia Valasciu, Ioana Jalobceastai, Malina Tibirna, Mihail Gabriel Dimofte

“…Sphincter-saving rectal surgery is prone to cause changes in bowel function associated with Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS). …”
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Pelvic floor‐related sexual functioning in the first 24 months postpartum: Findings of a large cross‐sectional study by Carsten Hagenbeck, Jan Kössendrup, Johannes Soff, Fabinshy Thangarajah, Nadine Scholten

“…At the same time, the pelvic floor plays a crucial role in female sexual functioning (FSF). Whereby FSF encompasses different dimensions, from subjective satisfaction to physiological aspects, such as lack of pain and orgasm ability. …”
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Integrating functional and techno-economic analyses to optimize black bean protein extraction: a holistic framework for process development by Jasmin S. Yang, Fernanda F.G. Dias, Karen A. McDonald, Juliana M.L.N. de Moura Bell

“…This work offers valuable insights into the interconnected impacts of extraction conditions on protein yields, nutritional properties, and functionality, all while considering economic feasibility. …”
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MAN2B1 in immune system-related diseases, neurodegenerative disorders and cancers: functions beyond α-mannosidosis by Yuwen Han, Yuanshuai Zhou, Jinlin Pan, Minxuan Sun, Jiao Yang

“…Future studies are required to shed more light on the intricate functioning of MAN2B1. …”
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Predicting the treatment outcomes of major depressive disorder interventions with baseline resting-state functional connectivity: a meta-analysis by Yanyao Zhou, Na Dong, Letian Lei, Dorita H. F. Chang, Charlene L. M. Lam

“…Although findings have been mixed, resting-state functional connectivity (rsFC) at baseline shows promise as a predictive biomarker. …”
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Sweet spot for resting-state functional MRI effect of deep brain stimulation in dystonia lies in the lower pallidal area by Pavel Filip, Andrej Lasica, Dimitra Kiakou, Karsten Mueller, Jiří Keller, Dušan Urgošík, Daniel Novák, Robert Jech

“…This effect was much more pronounced during the stimulation in the lower GPi area or beneath it than in slightly higher positions, with stimulation-related changes detected by both metrics of interest in the sensorimotor cortex, striatum, thalamus and cerebellum. …”
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Agreement and disagreement in pediatric functional neurological symptom disorders: Comparing patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) and clinician assessments by S. Barak, J. Landa, E. Eisenstein, M. Gerner, T. Ravid Vulkan, E. Neeman-Verblun, T. Silberg

“…Youth with functional neurological symptom disorder (FNSD) often perceive themselves as having limited capabilities, which may not align with clinical evaluations. …”
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Bi-branch Neural Network for Urban Functional Zone Mapping: Combining Remote Sensing Imagery and Point-of-Interest Data by L. Ying, X. Chen, X. Chen, X. Chen, X. Chen, J. Zhao, Y. Zhang, H. Sun, W. Tu, W. Tu, W. Tu, W. Tu

“…Urban functional zone (UFZ) classification is essential for understanding city dynamics, supporting urban planning, and enabling effective resource allocation. …”
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