POEMS syndrome presenting with Vibrio vulnificus–like cutaneous lesions: a CARE guidelines-compliant case report by Xiaomei Li, Xiaomei Li, Bihong Lin, Liping Lin, Conghua Song

“…After six cycles, ascites resolved and neurological function partially recovered.ConclusionThis case expands the spectrum of POEMS-associated skin changes to include V. vulnificus–like bullous lesions. …”
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Safety and efficacy of feed additives consisting of an essential oil and tincture from the berries of Juniperus communis L. (juniper oil and juniper tincture) for use in all animal... by EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP), Vasileios Bampidis, Giovanna Azimonti, Maria de Lourdes Bastos, Henrik Christensen, Mojca Durjava, Maryline Kouba, Marta López‐Alonso, Secundino López Puente, Francesca Marcon, Baltasar Mayo, Alena Pechová, Mariana Petkova, Fernando Ramos, Yolanda Sanz, Roberto Edoardo Villa, Ruud Woutersen, Paul Brantom, Andrew Chesson, Johannes Westendorf, Paola Manini, Birgit Dusemund

“…The additives under assessment should be considered as irritants to skin and eyes, and as skin and respiratory sensitisers. …”
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Emerging Technologies and Clinical Practice: A Systematic Review of Jugular Venous Assessment Techniques by Yichen Cao, Rawan S. Abdulsadig, Esther Rodriguez-Villegas

“…Jugular venous (JV) assessment can be a fundamental component of cardiovascular examination, providing valuable insights into right-sided heart function and central venous pressure. Traditional methods are subjective and prone to inter-observer variability, affecting diagnostic accuracy. …”
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Kinome capture sequencing of high-grade serous ovarian carcinoma reveals novel mutations in the JAK3 gene. by Lorenza Mittempergher, Anna M Piskorz, Astrid J Bosma, Magali Michaut, G Bea A Wisman, Roelof J C Kluin, Marja Nieuwland, Wim Brugman, Kevin J W van der Ven, Francesco Marass, James Morris, Nitzan Rosenfeld, Mercedes Jimenez-Linan, Steven de Jong, Ate G J van der Zee, James D Brenton, René Bernards

“…Although p.T1022I JAK3 mutations are rare, our functional validation shows that if detected they should be considered as potentially actionable for therapy. …”
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Targeting the Electron Transport System for Enhanced Longevity by Marko Radovic, Lucas P. Gartzke, Simon E. Wink, Joris A. van der Kleij, Frouwkje A. Politiek, Guido Krenning

“…The key question moving forward is whether these interventions should be applied chronically to sustain mitochondrial health or intermittently during episodes of stress. …”
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The survival rate of tuberculosis patients in HIV-treated cohort of 2008-2018 in Almaty, Kazakhstan by Ainur Zhandybayeva, Nune Truzyan, Elina Shahumyan, Aizat Kulzhabaeva, Zhamilya Nugmanova, Alfiya Denebayeva, Marat Tukeyev

“…The medical decision- and policy-makers should take this into consideration when implementing targeted improvements in the national HIV and TB programs. …”
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Investigating the role of KARS in lung adenocarcinoma via single-cell RNA sequencing by Huafang Hu, Yan Zhong, Guangbiao Li, Ru Deng, Jingfu Lin, Wenkun Wu, Yonghong Li

“…In summary, this study examined the expression and function of KARS in various LUAD cell populations using single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) to identify its prognostic value as well as potential implications for therapy. …”
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Development of a core outcome set for studies on prevention and management of pregnancy-associated venous thromboembolism (COSPVenTE): a study protocol by Rohan D’Souza, Alexandria King, Lizabeth Teshler, Nadine Shehata, Ann K Malinowski

“…Lastly, to determine how the identified core outcomes should be measured, another literature review and Delphi process will be carried out as necessary.Ethics and dissemination This study has been approved by the Mount Sinai Hospital Research Ethics Board (REB 18-0314-E). …”
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Management challenges in primary hyperoxaluria type 1 with end-stage kidney disease: A case report by Mahdi Awwad, Nasim Afif AbuKaresh, Hamza A. Abdul-Hafez, Ma'moun Qawasmeh, Mohanad Jaber, Ahmad Thiab Albaw, Mohammad Alnees

“…Despite initiating hemodialysis, his kidney function deteriorated, necessitating a liver and kidney transplant. …”
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Lateral view fulcrum bending radiographs predict postoperative hypokyphosis after selective thoracic fusion in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis by Victoria Yuk Ting Hui, Jason Pui Yin Cheung, Prudence Wing Hang Cheung

“…Persistent hypokyphosis causes reduced pulmonary function and spinopelvic malalignment. Indications for Ponte osteotomies and releases to improve postoperative kyphosis restoration in patients with hypokyphosis are still unclear. …”
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Micronutrient and protein-energy supplementation enhance vaccine responses in undernourished children: Evidence from a systematic review [version 3; peer review: 2 approved, 1 not... by Paul-Samson Lusamba Dikassa, Mala Ali Mapatano, Oscar Luboya Numbi, Michel Kabamba Nzaji, Guillaume Ngoie Mwamba

“…Background Malnutrition impairs immune function and vaccine responses, particularly in low-income settings. …”
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Analysis of Turkish Translations of Snow White by the Brothers Grimm In the Context of the Skopos Theory by Uğur Cansız, Lokman Tanrıkulu

“…This is especially important in an intercultural context, where misunderstandings should be avoided and cultural values accurately conveyed. …”
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The role of an ophthalmologist in the Alström syndrome diagnosis by Karadžić Jelena, Pantelić Jelica, Kovačević Igor, Trenkić-Božinović Marija

“…The patient’s cardiac function was normal and the echocardiography did not indicate any abnormalities at the time. …”
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Effect of a Novel Training Program in Patients With Chronic Shoulder Pain Based on Implicit Motor Learning: Pilot and Feasibility Study. by Annelies Maenhout, Wieger Heijenk, Peter Glashouwer, Lore Quatacker, Luna Praet, Dorien Borms

“…Both feasibility and clinical effects of the program on pain and function was acceptable. Future studies should incorporate a control group, provide longer follow up and include objective measurements…”
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Predictors of frequency of CF care in the US Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Patient Registry. by Alexandra C Hinton, Edmund H Sears, Jonathan B Zuckerman, Sara Lopez-Pintado

“…Risk factors for gaps in care should inform changes to CF care recommendations going forward.…”
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Survival status and determinants of under-five mortality in Sudan: Evidence from the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey 2014 by Huda Mohamed Mukhtar AHMED, Hiba Abbas Omer ELKARIB, Mutaz Fikri Mohamed Osman DIGNA

“…Non-parametric methods such as Kaplan–Meier survival function and log-rank were used to assess the effect of socioeconomic and demo- graphic variables on under-five mortality. …”
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Physical activity and health-related quality of life after lung cancer surgery– cross-sectional analyses 3 and 12 months postoperatively by Marcus Jonsson, Anita Hurtig-Wennlöf, Anders Ahlsson, Elisabeth Westerdahl

“…The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that all adults, including cancer survivors, should engage in at least 150 to 300 min of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity per week. …”
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Virtual Reality as a Tool for Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Rett Syndrome: Reducing Stereotypies and Improving Motor Skills by Rosa Angela Fabio, Martina Semino, Michela Perina, Matteo Martini, Emanuela Riccio, Giulia Pili, Danilo Pani, Manuela Chessa

“…Virtual Reality (VR) has shown promise in enhancing motor function and reducing stereotypic behaviors in RTT. …”
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The Impact of Nature Reserves on the Ecological Network of Urban Agglomerations—A Case Study of the Urban Agglomeration in the Middle Reaches of the Yangtze River by Weidi Li, Xiaoxu Liang, Anqiang Jia, John Martin

“…Secondly, the impact of nature reserves on the ecological network is closely related to the spatial scale of patches, and patch scale consistency should be considered to prevent network functionality loss. …”
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Motor and Cognitive Trajectories in Infants and Toddlers with and at Risk of Cerebral Palsy Following a Community-Based Intervention by Kanishka Baduni, Allison McIntyre, Caitlin P. Kjeldsen, Larken R. Marra, William C. Kjeldsen, Melissa M. Murphy, Owais A. Khan, Zhulin He, Kristin Limpose, Nathalie L. Maitre

“…Participants with higher functional motor abilities (GMFCS levels I–II, <i>p</i> = 0.052; mini-MACS levels I–II, <i>p</i> = 0.004) demonstrated better cognitive scores at 5 months, adjusted for baseline scores, than those with lower functional motor abilities. …”
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