Severe acute kidney injury induced by crescentic glomerulonephritis in a child with infective endocarditis by Neslihan Yılmaz, Selçuk Yüksel, Dolunay Gürses, İlknur Girişgen, Tülay Becerir, Münevver Yılmaz, Furkan Ufuk, Gülsün Gülten

“…She was discharged on the 45th day of treatment with normal kidney function tests and negative acute phase reactants. …”
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Response to Fishing Decisions and Changes in Fishing Income during Extreme Weather: A Behavioural Economy Study of Small-Scale Coastal Fisher Households by Abd. Rahim, Abdul Malik, Diah Retno Dwi Hastuti

“…Adaptation strategies include income diversification, adjusting fishing locations, and modifying gear to cope with climate uncertainties. 5. Policies should support climate adaptation, financial security, and alternative livelihoods for small-scale fishing communities.     …”
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Gut dysbiosis narrative in psoriasis: matched-pair approach identifies only subtle shifts correlated with elevated fecal calprotectin by Bayazit Yunusbayev, Anna Bogdanova, Nadezhda Nadyrchenko, Lavrentii Danilov, Viktor Bogdanov, Grigory Sergeev, Radick Altinbaev, Fanil Bilalov, Milyausha Yunusbaeva

“…Hence, the dominant narrative about gut microbiome alterations’ impact on disease should be evaluated critically with more data and a well-powered approach. …”
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Implementing modified constraint-induced movement therapy after stroke in an early-supported discharge rehabilitation service: a process evaluation using RE-AIM QuEST by Ashan Weerakkody, Erin Godecke, Barby Singer

“…Abstract Background Modified constraint-induced movement therapy (mCIMT) improves upper limb (UL) function after stroke. Despite extensive evidence supporting its efficacy and multiple clinical practice guidelines recommending its provision, very few eligible stroke survivors receive mCIMT internationally. …”
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Exploring district implementation of national guidelines and maintenance of essential health services during the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda by Fredrick E Makumbi, Freddie Ssengooba, Charles Olaro, Dorit Talia Stein, Adrian Ssessanga, Jesca Nsungwa Sabiiti, Betty Kyaddondo, Catherine Mbabazi

“…Future emergency responses should consider how to balance local adaptations with central support by identifying which health system functions districts can more easily manage and adjust independently.…”
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Influence of hip morphology on gluteal muscle biomechanics: a computational modeling study by Shangcheng Wang, Ryan Serbin, Kirby Bonvillain, Josef Jolissaint, Nahir Habet, Durham Weeks

“…For clinical assessment, iliac width measurement may help identify at-risk patients and guide preventive interventions, while neck shaft angle should be evaluated within a broader anatomical context.…”
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A race against time: A case report of fulminant myocarditis leading to cardiogenic shock by Martin Joseph, Tasnim Ahmed

“…Emergency Medicine physicians, often the first to encounter FM, should remember that the early initiation of inotropes and mechanical circulatory support are life-saving tools in its treatment and can potentially lead to improved long-term outcomes. …”
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Nutritional Status and Associated Factors among Primary Schoolchildren from Pastoral Communities, Mieso-Mulu District, Sitti Zone, Somali Regional State, Eastern Ethiopia: Institut... by Alayou Geletaw, Gudina Egata, Fitsum Weldegebreal, Gesessew Kibr, Mohammed Semaw

“…Child undernourishment is the disturbance of body function arising from a dietary imbalance between body demand and supply, which is the most serious public health problem in developing countries. …”
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Shapley additive explanations based feature selection reveals CXCL14 as a key immune-related gene in predicting idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis by Bin Chen, Lu Huan, Junyu Lu, Jinhe Yuan

“…BackgroundIdiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a progressive lung disease marked by excessive fibrous tissue accumulation in the lung interstitium, leading to a gradual deterioration of respiratory function and significantly impairing patients’ quality of life. …”
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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in Reproductive Medicine: A Critical Review of PRP Therapy in Low-Reserve and Premature Ovarian Insufficiency by Efthalia Moustakli, Anastasios Potiris, Athanasios Zikopoulos, Athanasios Zachariou, Spyridon Topis, Periklis Panagopoulos, Ekaterini Domali, Peter Drakakis, Sofoklis Stavros

“…As women with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR), poor response to stimulation, or premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) seek fertility solutions, PRP provides a scientifically plausible—yet exploratory—strategy to restore or augment ovarian function. The proposed pathways include the stimulation of local stem cells, tissue remodeling, neoangiogenesis, and the potential reawakening of dormant follicles. …”
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Women-specific reference ranges for serum TSH in Liguria: the impact of age and year of collection in a single-center cross-sectional study by Massimo Giusti, Marilena Sidoti

“…Abstract Background TSH is the first-line test of thyroid function, and the normal TSH references provided by manufacturers are generally used in diagnoses. …”
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Intermittent Fasting: Weighing the Benefits and Drawbacks for Health and Longevity – A Comprehensive Literature Review by Marta Wojtczak, Michał Pniak, Paweł Miklis, Maciej Mawlichanów, Aleksandra Ciesielska, Aleksandra Sieradzka, Krzysztof Szerej, Alicja Kot, Natalia Myśliwiec, Adrian Różycki

“…It focuses on weight management, glucose metabolism, cardiovascular health, cognitive function, circadian rhythm, and sports performance, while addressing challenges related to safety and sustainability. …”
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Electrical modelling of a grid-connected battery energy storage system via EMS and BMS data by Mirko Ledro, Jan Martin Zepter, Morten Paludan, Mattia Marinelli

“…With growing popularity of grid-connected battery energy storage systems (BESSs), operators require electrical models for optimal utilisation. These models should be provided by suppliers or manufacturers based on testing methods applied to individual cells or modules in specialised laboratories. …”
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The impact of physical exercise interventions on social, behavioral, and motor skills in children with autism: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by YanAn Wang, Guoping Qian, Sujie Mao, Shikun Zhang

“…This study supports exercise interventions as an effective method to enhance multiple abilities in children with ASD and emphasizes the importance of designing personalized intervention programs tailored to different ages and needs. Future research should focus on larger sample sizes and long-term follow-ups to confirm the sustainability and generalizability of intervention effects.…”
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Health Consequences Among COVID-19 Convalescent Patients 30 Months Post-Infection in China by Yu Yin, Yi Guo, Mingzhong Xiao, Qinlin Chen, Pinpin Long, Xi Wang, Jingzhi Wang, Zuoyu Shao, Yutong Qiu, Yixuan Lu, Yuchan Yang, Xueqin Shi, Wei Ni, Shanshan Cheng, Qi Wang, Li Liu, Tangchun Wu, Xiaodong Li, Hao Wang, Yu Yuan

“…The majority of COVID-19 convalescent patients were in good overall health 30 months post-infection and returned to work. More attention should be paid to convalescent patients who are older, female, physically inactive, and not vaccinated.…”
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Maximal and Explosive Muscle Strength During Hip Adduction Squeeze and Hip Abduction Press Test Using A Handheld Dynamometer: An Intra- and Inter-tester Reliability Study by Lasse Ishøi, Kristian Thorborg, Laura Krohn, Lars Louis Andersen, Asger Møller Nielsen, MIkkel Bek Clausen

“…# Background Hip adduction and abduction muscle function plays an important role for risk of groin pain in athletes. …”
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Reduced Complexity of Pulse Rate Is Associated With Faster Cognitive Decline in Older Adults by Chenlu Gao, Andrew S. P. Lim, Shahab Haghayegh, Ruixue Cai, Jingyun Yang, Lei Yu, Agustin Ibanez, Aron S. Buchman, David A. Bennett, Lei Gao, Kun Hu, Peng Li

“…Subclinical cardiovascular functional changes, such as cardiac autonomic dysfunction, precede cardiovascular diseases and improve risk stratification. …”
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Geospatial analysis of healthcare and older adult care institutions in Wuhan: a multimethod approach to assessing spatial equity by Bo Li, JingYi Long, JingYi Long, Yi Li, Yi Li, Yi Li

“…To address these disparities, policymakers should prioritize spatial equity in planning decisions, ensuring balanced service distribution that supports healthy aging objectives and the goals of “Healthy China 2030. …”
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Sex differences in electrical activity of the brain during sleep: a systematic review of electroencephalographic findings across the human lifespan by Rhea Chapman, Sarasa Najima, Thaisa Tylinski Sant’Ana, Christy Chi Kiu Lee, Francesco Filice, Jessica Babineau, Tatyana Mollayeva

“…Future research on sex differences in sleep should be discussed in relevance to functional or clinical outcomes. …”
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Comparison of efficacy and safety of His-Purkinje system pacing versus cardiac resynchronisation therapy in patients with pacing-induced cardiomyopathy: protocol for a randomised c... by Junjun Chen, Liting Cheng, Junmeng Zhang, Zefeng Wang, Zhuo Liang, Jieruo Chen, Yongquan Wu, Xiao Du, Ruiqing Dong, Fei Hang, Xinlu Wang, Ziyu Wang

“…Introduction Recent studies have shown that the His-Purkinje system pacing (HPSP) can achieve electrocardiomechanical synchronisation, and thus improve cardiac function. For patients with pacing-induced cardiomyopathy (PICM) who should be treated with pacemaker upgrade, the HPSP is a viable alternative to cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT). …”
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