Some issues of local drinking water supply of the population during martial law (using the example of Ukrainian cities with a population of over 100 thousand people). Part 2 by Yu. F. Rudenko, N. A. Yurkova, O. V. Gural, V. Yu. Saprykin

“…The long period of military action in Ukraine has revealed a number of problems associated with the stable functioning of a modern centralized water supply system in emergency situations. …”
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Use of an ejector to reduce the time of air injection during testing of the containment system at nuclear power plants by Sergii Surkov, Volodymyr Kravchenko, Iryna Korduba, Andrii Golovchenko, Oleksandr Butenko, Serhii Tsybytovskyi, Yuliia Trach

“…After each overload, this system is tested for its ability to perform its functions by determining the integral leakage, which should not exceed a certain value. …”
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Influence of forest structural complexity on small mammal body condition and its impact on tick burden and pathogen prevalence by Tosca Vanroy, Lander Baeten, An Martel, Bram Catfolis, Manoj Fonville, Luc Lens, Frank Pasmans, Hein Sprong, Diederik Strubbe, Elin Verbrugghe, Kris Verheyen

“…Abstract Background More and more forest management focuses on increasing structural complexity to improve environmental conditions for biodiversity and forest functioning. However, it remains uncertain whether animal populations also benefit from increased forest structure. …”
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Impact of experimental inflammation on the neuronal processing of cardiac interoceptive signals and heart rate variability in humans by Vera Flasbeck, Manfred Schedlowski, Martin Brüne, Harald Engler

“…We analyzed the effects of intravenous administration of lipopolysaccharide (LPS; 0.4 ng/kg) or placebo, on HEP amplitudes and ANS functioning in healthy, female participants (n = 52) during 8 min resting-state EEG and ECG recordings before and 2 h after injections. …”
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Current status of transcriptome sequencing technology in ruminants by Cui JiaYu, Song Lili, Wang Dawei, Liu ZhiLin, Zhang Xin, Jia Zelin, Zhang Yuhang, Xiong Huisheng, Wang Xueli

“…In order to maintain the sustainability of such agricultural products, animal production should be made more efficient through better management and production techniques. …”
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Comparing Surgical Approaches for Thumb Polydactyly Reconstruction in Wassel Type IV: K-wire Fixation Versus Non-K-wire Fixation by Chi Peng, MD, Che-Hsiung Lee, MD, Shih-Heng Chen, MD, Ren-Wen Huang, MD, Cheng-Hung Lin, MD, Yu-Te Lin, MD, MSc, FACS, Chung-Chen Hsu, MD

“…The primary goal of reconstructive surgery is to achieve a fully functional thumb with appropriate mobility, dimensions, and stable MPJ. …”
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Radiotherapy and breast cancer: finally, an lncRNA perspective on radiosensitivity and radioresistance by Fatemeh Yazarlou, Ivan Martinez, Leonard Lipovich, Leonard Lipovich, Leonard Lipovich, Leonard Lipovich, Leonard Lipovich

“…Thus, providing a clear picture of these lncRNAs’ underlying RT-relevant molecular mechanisms should help improve overall survival and optimize the best radiation dose for each individual patient. …”
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Neurological post-COVID syndrome is associated with substantial impairment of verbal short-term and working memory by Jeyanthan Charles James, Hannah Schulze, Nadine Siems, Christian Prehn, Daniel R. Quast, Nadine Trampe, Ralf Gold, Simon Faissner

“…Self-reported cognitive deficits of patients with neurologic PCS including fatigue, concentration, and memory deficits, are well mirrored in impaired performance of cognitive domains of concentration and working memory. The present results should be considered to optimize treatment algorithms for therapy and rehabilitation programs of PCS patients with neurologic symptoms.…”
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Promoting urban air quality resilience through communication: A stakeholder needs mapping and prioritisation study informed by design thinking by Roberto Cibin, Dean S. Venables, Marica Cassarino

“…The needs assessment revealed two key areas related to enhancing communication functions, channels and formats, and addressing policy and systemic issues. …”
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Single-cell sequencing reveals cell heterogeneity and aberrantly activated pathways associated with microvascular invasion in hepatocellular carcinoma by Jianwei Cui, Fanyi Zeng, Ming Tang, Ming Tang, Shiwu Yin, Shiwu Yin

“…Additionally, MARCKSL1 is linked to tumour resistance to multiple anticancer drugs.DiscussionThis study sheds light on the molecular characteristics and functional heterogeneity of MVI-associated malignant cell subpopulations. …”
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Development of an interdisciplinary microtia‐atresia care model: A single‐center 20‐year experience by Krupa R. Patel, Liliya Benchetrit, Evette A. Ronner, Jessica Occhiogrosso, Tessa Hadlock, David Shaye, Alicia M. Quesnel, Michael S. Cohen

“…Abstract Objectives Microtia and aural atresia are congenital ear anomalies with a wide‐ranging spectrum of phenotypes and varied functional and psychosocial consequences for patients. …”
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Metabolic positron-emission tomography/magnetic resonance imaging in primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal lobar degeneration subtypes: Reassessment of expected [18F]-fluo... by Ana M. Franceschi, Kiyon Naser-Tavakolian, Michael Clifton, Lev Bangiyev, Giuseppe Cruciata, Sean Clouston, Dinko Franceschi

“…While existing literature stresses left-dominant hypometabolism as a key imaging feature in the PPA subtypes, a third of our cases demonstrated right-dominant hypometabolism, suggesting that emphasis should be placed on the functionality of specific brain regions affected, rather than left versus right sidedness of hypometabolism patterns.…”
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Prevalence of disability in Iranian older adults in Tehran, Iran: A population-based study by Vahid Rashedi, Mohsen Asadi-Lari, Mahshid Foroughan, Ahmad Delbari, Reza Fadayevatan

“…Prevention strategies should focus on reducing the incidence of chronic disease and improving socioeconomic status of older adults.…”
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Patient experiences in multidisciplinary care for persistent somatic symptoms across four European countries: a cross-sectional comparison by Bernd Löwe, Angelika Weigel, Tim C Olde Hartman, Judith G M Rosmalen, Nick Mamo, Aleksandra Kustra-Mulder, Denise J C Hanssen, Lineke Tak

“…Objectives The aim of this study is to explore patients with persistent somatic symptoms and functional disorders’ (PSS/FD) experiences of and preferences for multidisciplinary care across Europe. …”
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Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Malayalam Version of the Vocal Tract Discomfort Scale by Sunil Kumar Ravi, Srushti Shabnam, Saraswathi Thupakula, Vijaya Kumar Narne, Krishna Yerraguntla, Abdulaziz Almudhi, Irfana Madathodiyil, Feby Sajan, Kochette Ria Jacob

“…<b>Background:</b> Voice disorders significantly impact individuals’ physical, functional, and emotional well-being, necessitating comprehensive assessment tools. …”
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Beyond “Fire” and “Ashes”: The Influence of Trait Characteristics on the Response to Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorders by Alfonso Tortorella, Francesca Scopetta, Gianmarco Cinesi, Ilaria Baldini, Antonio Russo, Kety Amantini, Filippo De Giorgi, Giulia Menculini

“…<i>Conclusions:</i> The present findings suggest that impulsivity and depressive temperament should be investigated as potential predictors of poor response to mood stabilizers in BD. …”
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Mortality in Elderly Patients Taking Furosemide: Prospective Cohorts Study by Alejandro Rodríguez-Molinero, Antonio Miñarro, Leire Narvaiza, César Gálvez-Barrón, Natalia Gonzalo León, Esther Valldosera, Eva De Mingo, Oscar Macho, David Aivar, Efren Pinzón, Adilis Alba, Jorge Passarelli, Nadia Stasi, Isabel Collado, José R. Banegas

“…If confirmed, this drug should be taken into account by prescribers and considered a confounder in BP studies.…”
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THE ROLE OF BRACHYTHERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF RETINAL CAPILLARY HEMANGIOMAS by V. V. Neroev, S. V. Saakyan, P. A. Ilyukhin, V. V. Valskiy, M. V. Ryabina, A. Yu. Novikova

“…However, in order to reduce postoperative complications and improve the functional result, a thorough preoperative selection of patients is needed, which should take into account the initial retinal status. …”
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Poor Sleep Quality and Associated Factors among People Living with HIV/AIDS Attending ART Clinic at Tirunesh Beijing Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by Atsede Tadesse, Kufa Badasso, Afework Edmealem

“…Healthcare providers should screen people living with HIV/AIDS for anxiety and encourage them to practice good sleep hygiene during follow-up.…”
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Youth obesity paradox from the perspective of vascular stiffness, blood pressure and metabolic status by M. E. Evsevieva, O. V. Sergeeva, A. V. Rusidi, M. V. Rostovtseva, V. D. Kudryavtseva, M. S. Kryuchkov, I. N. Gachkova, O. V. Ovchinnikova

“…Aim. To assess functional parameters of the middle and inner arterial wall layers in relation to body mass index (BMI) in young people from the perspective of their vascular aging phenotype and sex.Material and methods. …”
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