Short- and long-term effects of musculoskeletal health education: evidence from the performing arts students by Štefan Adamčák, Michal Marko, Pavol Bartík, Zora Kľocová Adamčáková

“…Statistical analysis was performed using non-parametric Wilcoxon and Mann–Whitney tests, with significance set at p < .05.ResultsThe experimental group showed statistically significant improvements in all dynamic spine function tests post-intervention (e.g., Schober's: from 2.71 ± .81 cm to 5.60 ± .68 cm, p < .05) with partial retention at follow-up (4.03 ± .79 cm). …”
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Long-term safety and efficacy of ivabradine after direct percutaneous coronary intervention in patients with acute myocardial infarction complicated by heart failure: a single-cent... by Xiaohua Guo, Wenwen Yang, Yingchao Cui, Rongxin Guo, Yangyang Zhu, Tong Liu, Kangyin Chen, Changle Liu

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Changes in the extracellular matrix under the influence of anticoagulant therapy in patients with Q-myocardial infarction after thrombolysis by S. M. Kyselov

“…Serum levels of matrix metalloproteinases and their inhibitors were evaluated by immunoassay analysis. Echocardiography was used for remodeling, systolic and diastolic function of the heart evaluation. …”
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Influence of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system block on the systemic inflammation activity and left ventricle remodeling in patients with Q-myocardial infarction after thromboly... by S. M. Kyselov

“…In order to study the influence of treatment on the condition of systemic inflammatory markers, the incidence of post-infarction aneurysm and thrombus formation in the left ventricle of patients with Q-wave myocardial infarction after thrombolytic therapy serum levels of interleukin-6, interleukin-1-beta, von-Willebrand factor, fibrinogen were studied in 92 patients with immunoassay analysis. …”
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THE MESSAPIC ELEMENT -IHI: A NEW INTERPRETATION by Kujtim Mani

“…The lexical item -ihi~aihi in Messapic epigraphy poses a significant challenge for scholars, functioning as a vital grammatical and semantic component in inscriptions. …”
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Reflections of the Ethics on Coexisting with Disaster by H.W. Angela Lo, Vincent Shieh, Yung-Jong Shiah

“…The case studies serve as a platform for the discussion of principles of bioethics and the analysis of the process of self-discipline of the workers of human services in hope of ultimately establishing bioethical principles for heteronomy during disasters and work indicators for post-disaster community restoration. …”
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Chloride Ion Transport Simulation of Concrete with Added Glazed Hollow Bead Considering Thermal Damage by JIN Zhuoyang, LI Minghou, SELYUTINA Nina, SMIRNOV Ivan, LIU Yuanzhen, ZHANG Yu

“…[Conclusions] According to parameter analysis, the durability limit state function considering the influence of high temperature is finally established through single factor correlation analysis and multivariate nonlinear analysis methods. …”
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THE ROLE OF EU’S CONTROL MECHANISMS IN THE CONSOLIDATION OF THE RULE OF LAW IN ROMANIA. MECHANISM OF COOPERATION AND VERIFICATION by Bianca Elena RADU

“…Post-communist societies tend to function in a manner which contradicts the European integration model, placing the respect for democratic norms and values on a secondary position. …”
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Sex- and ALDH2-dependent differences in alcohol metabolism and psychomotor performance: a study in Han Chinese adults after binge drinking by Yi Ye, Yidie Lin, Takeshi Haseba, Fan Chen, Fanlai Cui, Xiaoqin Yi, Weihao Fan, Gangqin Li

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A Single-Center Experience of En Bloc vs. Single Renal Transplantation on Adult Recipients by Yoon-Jung Chang, Samuel Simpson, Megan Charette, Obi Ekwenna

“…<b>Results</b>: This study demonstrated that the post-operative results in recipients of pediatric en bloc kidneys consisting of serum creatinine and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) values were lower and higher, respectively, and had a comparable improvement in kidney function at post-transplant, 1-week, 1-month, 3-months, and 1-year post-op marks. …”
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Pelvic floor muscle training in women with urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse: A protocol study. by Maria Letícia A S de Carvalho, Lívia Oliveira Bezerra, Joyce Maria Pereira Oliveira, Maria Clara Eugênia Oliveira, Maria T A B C Micussi

“…All volunteers will be assessed and reassessed using the same protocol: assessment form, gynecological examination, functional evaluation of PFM, and questionnaires to assess quality of life, urinary function, and sexual function. …”
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Daily physical activity following unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: A pilot study by Kevin A. Wu, Eric S. Dilbone, David N. Kugelman, Rahul K. Goel, Sean P. Ryan, Samuel S. Wellman, Michael P. Bolognesi, Thorsten M. Seyler

“…Conclusion The study findings suggest that UKA improves daily physical activity levels, reflected by enhanced mobility and function. While gait speed did not significantly change, improvements in step count, steadiness, standing duration and the six‐minute walk test distance indicate enhanced functional capacity and endurance post‐operatively. …”
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Cognitive and emotional benefits of individual reminiscence therapy in elderly stroke survivors: study protocol for a randomized controlled study by Shan Wang, Miaomiao Hu, Yehua Xue, Yeping Chen, Kunpeng Li, Lu Dong, Libing Liang, Jieting Jiang, Xuemin Li, Caiqin Wu

“…Abstract Background Post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) and depression affect over 60% of elderly stroke survivors, severely impairing functional recovery and quality of life. …”
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Radiographic and tomographic findings of excretory urography of avian kidneys after induced nephropathy in broiler chicken as a model by Mahsa Zangisheh, Majid Masoudifard, Seyed Ahmad Madani, Alireza Vajhi, Hamideh hasannejhad, Ameneh Ghojoghi

“…Objective The aim of this study is to assess the intraosseous excretory urography (IOEU) in order to introduce a new method for evaluation of kidney's function in broilers as a primary model of birds. Methods A total of 10 male broiler chickens at the age of 20 days were included and evaluated with plain and serial post‐contrast radiography and computed tomography (CT) scan to check the time and concentration of the contrast media (CM) passage from the kidney. …”
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Reduction in the incidence of cognitive impairment and related costs through an innovative health awareness programme in rural Japan. by Ayako Shoji, Kenichi Kudo, Koichi Murashita, Shigeyuki Nakaji, Ataru Igarashi

“…We compared the incidence rates between the pre- and post-CHAP groups using Cox proportional hazard analysis. …”
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Green solvent extraction of health boosting phenolics from pigeon pea husk by Deepika Goswami, Manju Bala, D. Mridula, Rajesh Kumar Vishwakarma, P. N. Guru

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Cadaveric kidney allotransplantation at Krasnoyarsk Regional Clinical Hospital by V. S. Arutyunyan, A. V. Keosyan, M. A. Firsov, D. P. Evdokimov, M. R. Tsokaev, O. S. Amelchugova, E. V. Lukicheva

“…Post-transplant complications were noted in 23 (32.39%) patients, of whom 12 (16.9%) had early post-transplant complications, while 15 (21.13%) encountered complications in the late post-transplant period. …”
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Neuroprotective role of nitric oxide inhalation and nitrite in a Neonatal Rat Model of Hypoxic-Ischemic Injury. by Peter Jung, Euntaik Ha, Meijuan Zhang, Carolyn Fall, Mindy Hwang, Emily Taylor, Samuel Stetkevich, Aditi Bhanot, Christopher G Wilson, Johnny D Figueroa, Andre Obenaus, Shannon Bragg, Beatriz Tone, Saburi Eliamani, Barbara Holshouser, Arlin B Blood, Taiming Liu

“…<h4>Results</h4>Pretreatment of pups with iNO decreased survival in the Rice-Vannucci model of HII, while iNO administered post-insult did not. MRI analysis demonstrated that pre-HII iNO at 40 ppm and post-HII iNO at 20 ppm decreased the brain lesion sizes from 6.3±1.3% to 1.0±0.4% and 1.8±0.8%, respectively. …”
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Blurring the lines: an empirical examination of the interrelationships among acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility by Zoe Fehlberg, Zornitza Stark, Marlena Klaic, Stephanie Best

“…To categorize interrelationships and generate feedback loops, survey data were analyzed using descriptive and correlation statistics and interpreted alongside interview data analyzed using content analysis. Results The survey results (pre n = 53 and post n = 40) for each outcome showed a similar midpoint mean, wide ranges, and little change post implementation (Acceptability: pre M = 3.55, range 2–5 post M = 3.56, range 1.5–5; Appropriateness: pre M = 3.35, range 1–5, post M = 3.48, range 1–5; Feasibility: pre M = 3.30, post M = 3.32; range 1.25–5). …”
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Left ventricle strain and T1 mapping evaluation in a mouse model with myocardial infarction by Khaoula Bouazizi, Thulaciga Yoganathan, Frank Kober, Gwennhael Autret, Perrine Marsac, Clément Delacroix, Shannon Soulez, Mohamed Zarai, Vincent Nguyen, Adil Squalli, Paul Alayrac, Estelle Robidel, Bertrand Tavitian, Alban Redheuil, Jean-Sébastien Hulot, Nadjia Kachenoura

“…Abstract Myocardial strain and T1 mapping offer precise evaluation of cardiac function and tissue characteristics. The aim of this study is to provide normative myocardial strain and T1 values in mice model along with their changes after myocardial infarction (MI) using a tailored acquisition and analysis protocol. …”
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