Optimizing extraction of microbial DNA from urine: Advancing urinary microbiome research in bladder cancer by Chuang-Ming Zheng, Ho Won Kang, Seongmin Moon, Young Joon Byun, Won Tae Kim, Yung Hyun Choi, Sung-Kwon Moon, Xuan-Mei Piao, Seok Joong Yun

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Relationship between Hyponatremia and Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients with Diabetes by Yongze Zhang, Chuanchuan Li, Lingning Huang, Ximei Shen, Fengying Zhao, Cailin Wu, Sunjie Yan

“…Low serum sodium levels were independently associated with DPN, even within the normal range of the serum sodium. We should pay more attention to avoid the low serum sodium level in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.…”
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Analysis of risk factors affecting the prognosis of external fixation in the treatment of unstable pelvic fractures in children: a retrospective study of 96 patients by Hanwen Zhang, Ronghao Zhao, Danjiang Zhu, Wei Feng, Baojian Song, Qiang Wang

“…Clinicians should consider these factors to improve outcomes. …”
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Prevalence and Correlates of Neurocognitive Disorders among HIV Patients on Antiretroviral Therapy at a Kenyan Hospital by A. G. Mugendi, M. N. Kubo, D. G. Nyamu, L. M. Mwaniki, S. K. Wahome, J. E. Haberer

“…HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND) represent a spectrum of cognitive abnormalities affecting attention, concentration, learning, memory, executive function, psychomotor speed, and/or dexterity. Our objectives in this analysis are to determine the prevalence of HAND and the covariates in a Kenyan population. …”
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In vitro study of size-dependent inhibition of human cytochrome P450 (P450) P450-1A2, P450-2A6, P450-2B6, P450-2C8, P450-2E1, P450-2J2, and P450-3A5 by zinc oxide nanoparticles (Zn... by Lamia Chowdhury, Yuh Fen Pung, Swee Yong Pung, Chin Eng Ong, Cin Kong, Yan Pan

“…Cytochrome P450 (P450-) isozymes, which play a crucial function in human bio-transforming drugs, can be inhibited by ZnONPs, leading to slower clearance of co-administrated drugs and elevated drug plasma concentrations. …”
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Current principles of effective therapy for ovarian cancer by L. A. Ashrafyan, V. I. Kiselev, E. L. Muizhnek, E. V. Gerfanova, I. B. Antonova, I. N. Kuznetsov, O. I. Aleshikova

“…In addition, the multitarget effect of indole-3-carbinol and epigallocathechin-3-gallate can effectively remodel the function of a cancer stem cell, the main source of recurrences and metastases, and may be considered as an important adjunct to the existing strategy of antitumor therapy.…”
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Three decades of progress: evolution of outcomes and prognostic indicators in biliary atresia management by Senol Emre, Yalim Benibol, Ali Ekber Hakalmaz, Buse Karakurt, Ayse Kalyoncu Ucar, Nuray Kepil, Ömer Faruk Beşer, Sebuh Kuruğoğlu, Osman Faruk Senyuz

“…Patients were stratified by preoperative ALBI (originally developed for HCC but applied here for its objective assessment of liver function), preoperative and postoperative APRI, and METAVIR scores. …”
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Impact of radiation dose to immune cells on survival in patients with esophageal cancer receiving neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy: a retrospective analysis by Junfeng Zhao, Kang Wang, Ying Li, Xinying Hu, Haoyu Liu, Jingjing Zhao, Li Li, Shuanghu Yuan

“…EDRIC was calculated as a function of the number of fractions and the average doses to the lungs, heart, and remaining body. …”
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Comparative chromato-mass spectrometric study of tinctures based on Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench by Y. I. Kornievskiy, D. Yu. Skoryna, V. H. Korniievska, N. V. Kandybei

“…Therefore, members of the genus Echinacea should be the subject of further in-depth chemical study. …”
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Unveiling the dynamic effects of major depressive disorder and its rTMS interventions through energy landscape analysis by Chun-Wang Su, Chun-Wang Su, Yurui Tang, Nai-Long Tang, Nai-Long Tang, Nian Liu, Nian Liu, Jing-Wen Li, Shun Qi, Hua-Ning Wang, Zi-Gang Huang, Zi-Gang Huang

“…IntroductionBrain dynamics offer a more direct insight into brain function than network structure, providing a profound understanding of dysregulation and control mechanisms within intricate brain systems. …”
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Effects of mental fatigue on biomechanical characteristics and risk associated with non-contact anterior cruciate ligament injuries during landing by Bosong Zheng, Bosong Zheng, Zeyang Zhang, Zeyang Zhang, Zeyi Zhang, Zeyi Zhang, Youping Sun, Youping Sun, Yao Xiao, Mengjie Li, Mengjie Li

“…No significant differences were found in hip flexion angle, knee adduction angle, or SEMG measures of rectus femoris, tibialis anterior, gastrocnemius lateral head, or biceps femoris root mean square.ConclusionMF partly influences NC-ACLI biomechanics and increases risk in both maneuvers—more pronounced in SJ than in SL—potentially due to MF’s impact on central nervous system function, cognition, and attention. MF should be considered in NC-ACLI prevention strategies.…”
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Risk factors for in-hospital mortality in surgical patients with abdominal sepsis in China: a nested case-control study by Yue Shi, Xiaofei Ye, Bo Ye, Tianzhu Tao, Weidong Mi, Jingsheng Lou

“…These findings underscore the necessity for more tailored perioperative management strategies for patients with sepsis characterised by advanced age, diabetes, higher preoperative SOFA score and reduced preoperative albumin levels. Clinicians should prioritise early recognition and aggressive management of these high-risk individuals, including timely surgical intervention, optimisation of nutritional status and vigilant monitoring of organ function. …”
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Therapeutic effect of focused-extracorporeal shockwave therapy on muscular and adjacent tissue stiffness and pain changes in myofascial pain syndrome: A randomized controlled trial... by Pijakkana Vasvit, Kultida Klarod, Oranat Sukkho, Sirirat Kiatkulanusorn, Phurichaya Werasirirat, Xue-Qiang Wang, Yong-Hui Zhang, Juntip Namsawang, Pornpimol Muanjai, Nongnuch Luangpon

“…Conclusion: fESWT was effective in reducing muscular pain, stiffness, and functional disability in patients. However, the potential psychological effects of sham-fESWT on VAS and function should be considered. …”
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Efficacy of Alpha Lipoic Acid Supplementation in Sperm Parameters: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials by Iago Zang Pires, Marília Oberto da Silva Gobbo, Renan Yuji Ura Sudo, Tanize Louize Milbradt, Nilson Marquardt Filho, Gustavo Franco Carvalhal, Carlos Teodosio Da Ros

“…However, there were no effects on pregnancy rates. ALA should be considered for patients with idiopathic infertility.…”
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The socioeconomic burden of meningococcal infection in the Russian Federation by Yu. V. Lobzin, A. S. Kolbin, A. A. Vilnits, A. A. Kurylev, Yu. E. Balykina, M. A. Proskurin

“…The burden of calculating GFMI as a function of disease severity is important for understanding its social significance.Objective. …”
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EFFICACY OF OPTIMIZED REMINERALIZING THERAPY IN POST-COVID-19 PATIENTS: EVALUATION OF RESULTS by N.M. Savielieva, M.E. Diasamidze

“…The most interesting macronutrients that attracted our attention during the study were calcium and phosphorus, which play a key role in the mineralizing function of saliva and are the main structural elements of enamel hydroxyapatites. …”
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Effect of Intramuscular Injection of Vitamin D on 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels, Glycaemic Control, and Liver Enzymes in Libyan Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by Hafsa M. Alemam, Mouna M. ElJilani, Abdulla M. Bashein

“…In addition, it has a positive effect on improving liver enzyme function. Aim This study was performed to examine the effect of intramuscular injection of vitamin D on serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels, glycemic control, and liver enzymes in Libyan patients suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) with vitamin D deficiency. …”
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Macroecology meets IPBES by Christian Hof, D. Matthias Dehling, Aletta Bonn, Neil D. Burgess, Felix Eigenbrod, Michael B. J. Harfoot, Thomas Hickler, Walter Jetz, Elisabeth Marquard, Henrique M. Pereira, Katrin Böhning-Gaese

“…<p>The Intergovernmental Platform for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), established in 2012 to counter the biodiversity crisis, requires the best scientific input available to function as a successful science-policy interface that addresses the knowledge needs of governments for safeguarding nature and its services. …”
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TRAF2 regulates the progression of pulmonary fibrosis through β-catenin-Snail signaling pathway by Zhijie Wan, Jingwen Gu, Wanli Duan, Yuanyuan Chen, Shuya Song, Jingyu Luo, Xide Zhang, Yanyong Yang, Yanyong Yang, Fu Gao, Fu Gao, Ying Xu

“…IntroductionPulmonary fibrosis (PF) is a devastating lung disease characterized by excessive extracellular matrix deposition and impaired pulmonary function, with limited therapeutic options. The pathogenesis of PF involves a complex network of molecular events, including epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), activation of fibroblasts, and dysregulated tissue remodeling. …”
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Abstract 185: Visual Recovery after Pituitary Apoplexy: Role of Intervention Timing and Treatment Modality by Nolan Brown

“…Conclusion In the present study, timing of surgical intervention for pituitary apoplexy was only found to be predictive of visual function recovery at the 7‐day timepoint, as has been reported by previous studies. …”
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