Changes in ventilatory and gas exchange pulmonary functions when the endobronchial valve block is effectively implanted to those with destructive pulmonary tuberculosis by L. A. Popova, E. A. Shergina, T. R. Bagdasaryan, N. A. Chernykh, N. F. Sidorova, O. V. Lovacheva

“…The level of PaCO2 increased in 7.0% of patients, and went down in 20.0% of them.After the successful endobronchial valve block, improvement of ventilatory lung capacity, determined by FEV1 increase, was more frequent in the patients who had it below the norm initially versus the normal level (23.4% versus 6.1%, p < 0.05), the same was observed in VC (47.3 and 14.3%, p < 0.05).If the endobronchial valve block is implanted for a longer period of time due to disseminated and severe tuberculosis, the frequency of positive changes of functional rates increases (according to values to FEV1, VC, Tiffeneau's test, PEF), as well as gas exchange parameters (according to РаО2, SаO2 and PaCO2). …”
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Nutritional risk, functional decline, and symptom burden in lung cancer: a study based on PG-SGA scores and biochemical data by Shasha Shen, Shasha Shen, Shiyun Xing, Shiyun Xing, Tingting Shen, Li Niu, Xiaojing Tian, Xiaojing Tian, Hu Ma, Hu Ma, Xiaoxia Gou, Xiaoxia Gou

“…Patients with higher PG-SGA scores had significantly lower scores in physical functioning, role functioning, emotional functioning, and social functioning, alongside more severe symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, and pain. …”
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The interaction networks of small rubber particle proteins in the latex of Taraxacum koksaghyz reveal diverse functions in stress responses and secondary metabolism by Silva Melissa Wolters, Natalie Laibach, Jenny Riekötter, Kai-Uwe Roelfs, Boje Müller, Jürgen Eirich, Richard M. Twyman, Iris Finkemeier, Dirk Prüfer, Dirk Prüfer, Christian Schulze Gronover

“…Their sequence diversity and different expression profiles indicated distinct functions and the latex interactomes obtained for TkSRPP3/4/5 suggested that TkSRPP4 is a promiscuous hub protein that binds many partners from different compartments, whereas TkSRPP3 and 5 have more focused interactomes. …”
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Analytical evaluation of the Uehling potential using binomial expansion theorems by Э. Чопуроглу, Т. Мехметоглу

“…The correcting of vacuum-polarization for an electron in a nuclear Coulomb field can be defined more precisely by the use of Uehling potential. From this point of view, the determination of explicit and closed-form analytical expressions for Uehling potential is very important. …”
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Enhanced solar light photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline by aero-GaN and ZnO microtetrapods functionalized with noble metal nanodots by Vladimir Ciobanu, Tatiana Galatonova, Pavel Urbanek, Tudor Braniste, Florica Doroftei, Milan Masar, Pavol Suly, Veaceslav Ursaki, Barbora Hanulikova, Tomas Sopik, Vladimir Sedlarik, Ivo Kuritka, Ion Tiginyanu

“…This paper presents a highly efficient photocatalytic material for water purification: a three-dimensional ultra-porous structure of interconnected GaN hollow microtetrapods (aero-GaN), its performance being further enhanced by noble metal nanodot functionalization. This novel aero-nanomaterial achieves more than 90 % of tetracycline degradation within 120 min under UV and solar irradiation, demonstrating its effectiveness in both static and dynamic flow conditions, with the potential for reuse and recyclability. …”
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Glycoproteomics analysis of complement factor H and its complement-regulatory function during Streptococcus pneumoniae-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome by Laura M. Baas, Kioa L. Wijnsma, Fokje Zijlstra, Nicole C. A. J. van de Kar, Lieke ter Steeg, Antonia H. M. Bouts, Marloes A. H. M. Michels, Marloes A. H. M. Michels, Jeroen D. Langereis, Dirk Lefeber, Dirk Lefeber, Hans J. C. T. Wessels, Lambertus P. van den Heuvel, Lambertus P. van den Heuvel, Lambertus P. van den Heuvel, Lambertus P. van den Heuvel, Lambertus P. van den Heuvel

“…In conclusion, our findings show that FH’s N-glycosylation is severely altered in the acute phase in SP-HUS patients, comprising more than just the loss of sialic acids. However, these changes do not directly affect FH’s complement regulatory function. …”
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Nonlinear water stress response functions can improve the performance of the DSSAT-CERES-Wheat model under water deficit conditions by Ning Yao, Yingnan Wei, Kunhao Jiang, Jian Liu, Yi Li, Hui Ran, Tehseen Javed, Hao Feng, Qiang Yu, Jianqiang He

“…Convex functions (WSRF 1–3) were superior to concave functions (WSRF 4–6), enhancing overall simulation accuracy by 13.7 %. …”
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Effects of different levels of chili straw supplementation on growth performance, rumen fungal community structure, function and economic benefits in sheep by Jinlong Li, Jinlong Li, Jinlong Li, Congbin Xu, Congbin Xu, Congbin Xu, Linjiao He, Linjiao He, Linjiao He, Yong Tuo, Yong Tuo, Yong Tuo, Yuxia Yang, Yuxia Yang, Yan Ma, Yan Ma, Tongjun Guo, Tongjun Guo

“…FUNGuild functional prediction indicated increased relative abundances of symbiotrophic and pathotrophic fungi and decreased saprotrophic fungi in CS groups (P > 0.05). …”
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Effectiveness of school-based active breaks on classroom behavior, executive functions and physical fitness in children and adolescent: a systematic review by Tomás Reyes-Amigo, Gabriel Salinas-Gallardo, Edgardo Mendoza, Camilo Ovalle-Fernández, Jessica Ibarra-Mora, Nicolás Gómez-Álvarez, Hernaldo Carrasco-Beltrán, Jacqueline Páez-Herrera, Juan Hurtado-Almonácid, Rodrigo Yañez-Sepúlveda, Rafael Zapata-Lamana, Rafael Zapata-Lamana, Felipe Sepúlveda-Figueroa, Jorge Olivares-Arancibia, Jorge Mota

“…However, the effects of active breaks on executive functions and physical fitness are unclear. More research is needed to fully understand the benefits of implementing active break programs in the classroom.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO, CRD42023448267, available from: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?…”
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Biosynthesis of a dual growth factors (GFs) functionalized silk sericin hydrogel to promote chronic wound healing in diabetic mice by Hanxin Deng, Fangyu Wang, Yujuan Zhou, Hexu Lei, Hongji Zhou, Siyu Chen, Zihan Meng, Mengyao He, Ding Tu, He Wang, Xian Li, Qingyou Xia, Xueming Li, Feng Wang

“…The two GFs functionalized silk raw materials were used to fabricate a dual GFs sericin hydrogel (E/P-SH) delivering system with tunable material performances for better cell adhesion and biocompatibility, sustainable release of the dual GFs to synergistically promote cell proliferation and migration, which realized the significant healing of chronic full-thickness skin wound in diabetic mice within 12 days with more organized collagen arrangement and better epithelialization degree by reducing inflammatory response and promoting vascularization. …”
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Effects of gender affirming hormone therapy with testosterone on renal function of assigned female at birth transgender people: a meta-analysis by Daniele Tienforti, Daniele Tienforti, Luca Spagnolo, Luca Piscitani, Camilla Tonni, Vittoria Donatelli, Vittoria Donatelli, Giuliana Cordeschi, Marco Giorgio Baroni, Arcangelo Barbonetti

“…Further research is warranted to identify more accurate tools for evaluating kidney function in this population, particularly during the early months of treatment or in individuals with pre-existing renal conditions.Systematic review registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/, identifier CRD42024596106.…”
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Improving the shelf-life and functionality of an orange juice by the addition of polyphenol-enriched extracts obtained using natural deep eutectic solvents by Clara Gomez-Urios, Lorenzo Siroli, Davide Gottardi, Simona Benedetti, Rosalba Lanciotti, Ana Frigola, Susanna Buratti, Jesus Blesa, Mattia Di Nunzio, Francesca Patrignani, Maria J Esteve

“…Overall, this study demonstrates the feasibility of extending the shelf life and enhancing the functionality of orange juice using NADES extracts and without compromising its organoleptic properties.…”
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Proposal for a revised Barthel index classification based on mortality risk assessment in functional dependence for basic activities of daily living by Vicente Martín Moreno, Vicente Martín Moreno, María Inmaculada Martínez Sanz, Amanda Martín Fernández, Sara Guerra Maroto, Eva Sevillano Fuentes, Elena Pérez Rico, Irene Sánchez González, Miriam Fernández Gallardo, Julia Herranz Hernando, María Palma Benítez Calderón, Laura Calderón Jiménez, Elena Sánchez Rodríguez, Miguel Recuero Vázquez, Helena Alonso Samperiz, Irene León Saiz, Juana Marcos Guerra

“…IntroductionFunctional dependence on the performance of basic activities of daily living (ADLs) is associated with increased mortality. …”
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Morphological and functional characteristics of retrosternal adipose tissue and their relation to arterial stiffness parameters in patients after coronary artery bypass grafting by N. V. Naryzhnaya, O. A. Koshelskaya, O. A. Kharitonova, N. Y. Zhigaleva, O. A. Zhuravleva, V. V. Evtushenko, S. L. Andreev, A. V. Evtushenko, A. A. Boshchenko

“…This pool of fat cells is formed at the site of the thymic involution and has a significant volume. However, their functional activity and participation in the development of cardiovascular pathology remain unexplored.Aim. …”
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Leveraging deep feature learning for handwriting biometric authentication by Parvaneh Afzali, Abdoreza Rezapour, Ahmad Rezaee Jordehi

“…Additionally, a combined loss function is employed to achieve more accurate discrimination between the handwriting styles of different writers. …”
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Comparison of long-term ankle joint function after one-stage and staged microsurgical repair of open achilles tendon defects by Jianjie Mao, Yang Xiang, Hui Chu, GenYang Jin, Guangyan Su, Chang zeng Liu, Feng Zhu

“…Conclusion The use of a one-stage microsurgical reconstruction method for open Achilles tendon defects is more conducive to Achilles tendon healing and results in a better long-term ankle joint function prognosis. …”
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Identifying the predictors of ultra early neurological improvement and its role in functional outcome after endovascular thrombectomy in acute ischemic stroke by Yuzheng Lai, Mohammad Mofatteh, José Fidel Baizabal-Carvallo, José Fidel Baizabal-Carvallo, Jianfeng He, Wenhao Wu, Daohong Wang, Wenshan Yan, Jicai Ma, Sijie Zhou, Yu Sun, Yu Sun, Yi He, Shumei Li, Hao Sun

“…Background and purposeUsing post-treatment methods to predict functional outcomes of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients undergoing endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) is crucial in stroke medicine. …”
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Comparative and synergistic impacts of lime and biochar on soil properties, nitrogen transformation, and microbial function in acidic soils under tobacco cropping by Bianhong Zhang, Lina Tang, Zhicheng Chen, Xiaoyan Chen, Lindong You, Ruixin Pan, Ting Chen, Yifei Liu, Wenxiong Lin, Wenxiong Lin, Jinwen Huang

“…Four treatments were applied: control (CK), lime alone (L), biochar alone (B), and a lime-biochar combination (L+B).ResultsThe results indicated that all treatments significantly improved NUE, with increases ranging from 20.07% to 27.17% compared to CK. Biochar (B) was more effective than lime (L), and the combined treatment (L+B) showed comparable effects to biochar alone. …”
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Impact of low-load blood flow restriction training on knee osteoarthritis pain and muscle strength: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Qiuxiang Lin, Qiuxiang Lin, Debiao Yu, Debiao Yu, Debiao Yu, Yuping Zhang, Xiaoting Chen, Jiawei Qin, Fuchun Wu, Fuchun Wu, Fuchun Wu

“…For patients with KOA aged >65 years, LL-BFRT was more effective in alleviating pain, while for patients aged ≤65 years, it demonstrated more significant improvements in quadriceps strength and 30STS performance.ConclusionLimited evidence suggests that LL-BFRT may be more effective than conventional resistance training in improving pain, quadriceps muscle strength, and 30STS performance in patients with KOA, while exhibiting a comparable effect on TUG test.Systematic Review Registrationhttps://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/#myprospero, identifier CRD42024603542…”
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Comparison of Ultrasound-guided Intra-articular Injection of Platelet-rich Plasma and Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Reduction of Pain and Functional Improvement in Primary Temporo... by Shruti Pandey, Longjam Nilachandra Singh, Akoijam Joy Singh, Monica Moirangthem, S. U. Priyanka

“…Results: Both the treatment groups showed significant improvements in pain and function. However, the PRP group demonstrated more substantial and sustained benefits. …”
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