Low-dose radiation ameliorates doxorubicin-induced renal injury via reducing oxidative stress and protecting mitochondrial function. by Mengmeng Chen, Kang He, Kai Wang, Yibo Cai, Zhaohui Ying, Xueting Li, Yating Liu, Liting Xiang, Pingping Yang, Hongjuan Wu, Jian Jiang

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The influence of olfactory training on depressive symptoms and olfactory function in patients with olfactory dysfunction – A prospective observational pilot study by Emilie Keusters, Marnick Clijsters, Kristof Vansteelandt, Laura Van Gerven, Filip Bouckaert

“…Introduction: Olfaction plays an important role in different aspects of our daily functioning and there is a positive correlation between olfactory dysfunction (OD) and depressive symptoms. …”
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Current source density and functional connectivity extracted from resting-state electroencephalography as biomarkers for chronic low back pain by Keita Ueno, Keiko Yamada, Masaya Ueda, Yasuo Naito, Ryouhei Ishii

“…Understanding the neural mechanisms of CLBP should contribute to developing effective therapies. …”
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Cross-sectional study of correlates and prevalence of functional and high-risk multimorbidity in an academic HIV practice in New York City by Elizabeth Mauer, Eugenia Siegler, Jerad Moxley, Marshall Glesby

“…Associated with a higher number of functional comorbidities were age (p<0.001), being a cisgender female (p<0.001), being Hispanic (p=0.01) and more years with an HIV diagnosis (p<0.001).Conclusions Comorbidities with functional impact increase with age in parallel to those with a more direct impact on mortality and should be assessed and monitored, especially as the population with HIV ages.…”
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Selective molecular inhibition of the HDAC6 ZnF-UBP binding domain impairs multiple myeloma cell function by Rafael Rincón, Isabel F. Coira, Antoine Richieu, Fedaa Attana, Muriel Urwyler, Shozeb Haider, Carole Bourquin, Philippe Bertrand, Muriel Cuendet

“…These results indicate that a non-functional ZnF-UBP binding domain impacts the function of multiple myeloma cells. …”
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Assessment of Visual Function in Patients Undergoing Prone Positioning for COVID-19-Related ARDS: A Qualitative Observational Study by Iacopo Cappellini, Elena Schirru, Laura Vannucci, Federico Scandagli, Vittorio Pavoni

“…Conclusions: Prone positioning improves respiratory outcomes but may have unintended visual consequences. Monitoring visual function should be integrated into ICU follow-up programs to mitigate long-term visual impairment.…”
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Association between functional disability and depressive symptoms among older adults in rural China: a cross-sectional study by Hong Ding, Jian Rong, Xueqin Wang, Yanhong Ge, Guimei Chen

“…Objectives The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between functional disability and depressive symptoms, focusing on whether an interaction exists between functional disability, demographic characteristics and depressive symptoms among older adults in rural China.Design A cross-sectional study using multistage, stratified random sampling.Setting Data from 18 villages in Anhui Province of China between January to July 2018.Participants 3491 Chinese participants aged 60 and over.Primary and secondary outcome measures The 30-item Geriatric Depression Scale and WHO Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 were used to evaluate depressive symptoms and functional disability, respectively. …”
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Correlation between infection of herpes virus family and liver function parameters: a population-based cross-sectional study by Yali Cui, Xiaocui Huang, Xia Wang, Yingying Li, Chao Tang, Hong Wang, Yongmei Jiang

“…Conclusions: Seropositivity to herpes virus family was correlated with abnormal liver function parameters across years of age. Clinicians should aim to protect the liver function of children infected with herpes viruses. …”
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What do we know about intratumoral functional activity: a scoping review of imaging and intra-surgery results by Ilaria Guarracino, Marta Maieron, Serena D’Agostini, Tamara Ius, Barbara Tomasino

“…We discussed the clinical implications of these aspects, as a functional intratumoral area has a high impact on both planning and outcome, and we addressed the role of intra-surgery cognitive monitoring that should encompass a wide variety of functions.…”
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Therapeutic validity and effectiveness of preoperative exercise on functional recovery after joint replacement: a systematic review and meta-analysis. by Thomas J Hoogeboom, Ellen Oosting, Johanna E Vriezekolk, Cindy Veenhof, Petra C Siemonsma, Rob A de Bie, Cornelia H M van den Ende, Nico L U van Meeteren

“…Future review studies on therapeutic exercise should address therapeutic validity.…”
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Exploring Peripheral and Respiratory Muscle Weakness and Functional Impairments in ICU Patients: Insights From a Resource-Constrained Setting by Shanita Chhiba, M Phyiso, Susan D. Hanekom, PhD, Alison R. Lupton-Smith, PhD

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Rural Water Point Functionality Estimates and Associations: Evidence From Nine Countries in Sub‐Saharan Africa and South Asia by Anna L. Murray, Gabriela Stone, Audrey R. Yang, Nicholas F. Lawrence, Hannah Matthews, Georgia L. Kayser

“…Water points in communities with fewer available water points, those with operational water management committees (which meet often, collect fees, and can name someone for maintenance), and those with financial savings were associated with higher functionality. As piped water system provision increases in line with international development goals, our results suggest that the benefits of providing higher levels of water service should be carefully considered alongside the technological, institutional, and financial investment required to operate and maintain more complex piped water systems in rural settings.…”
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Institutional distrust and levels of functional impairment related to indoor air-associated symptoms: A Finnish population-based study by Sanna Selinheimo, Einar Eidstø, Jussi Lampi, Anniina Salmela, Juha Pekkanen

“…These findings should be considered in communication on and prevention of IA-associated health issues.…”
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Markers of Gut Health in Small Animals: Focus on Fatty Acids and Amino Acids as Indicators of Intestinal Functionality and Microbiome Activity by Ana I. Rey, Cristina Higueras, Patricia Olmeda, Angel Sainz, Beatriz G. Gálvez, Mar Larrosa

“…Chronic inflammatory enteropathies (CIEs) in companion animals represent a group of idiopathic, immune-mediated gastrointestinal disorders in which the intestinal epithelium can be altered, affecting intestinal functionality, nutrient absorption, and microbiota composition. …”
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Effects of antioxidant nutrients on muscle mass, strength and function in COPD patients: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. by Qinman He, Pan Yang, Ye Wang, Wanmei Xu, Yi Feng, Fei Xie, Guixiang Xu

“…<h4>Aim</h4>To comprehensively investigate the effects of antioxidant nutrients on muscle mass, strength and function in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients.…”
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Return to Play and Functional Outcomes Following Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Dexter Seow MB BCh, MRCSI, Braydon Bak MB BCh, Yu Ze Evan Teo MBBS, MMed, FRCS, Muhammed Yaser Hasan MBBS (AKU), MCI (NUS), MMed (Ortho), FRCSEd (Ortho), Christopher J. Pearce MB ChB, MFSEM (UK), FRCS (TrOrth)

“…Return to play (RTP) and functional outcomes are critical to treatment success for acute Achilles tendon rupture (AATR). …”
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Autonomic nervous system in pregnant women under martial law: the impact of forced relocation and stress on the functioning of autonomous regulation by M.Y. Malachynska

“…The aim of this study was to assess the impact of war-related stress on the functioning of the autonomic nervous system in pregnant women who were relocated to the Lviv region from various parts of Ukraine. …”
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Functional relationship between crop raiding by the savannah elephant and habitat variables of the Red Volta Valley in north-eastern Ghana by Patrick Adjewodah, William Oduro, Alex Asase

“… We investigated the degree to which crop raiding by elephants in the Red Volta Valley is a function of: the density and diversity of their natural browse, extent of degradation of their habitat, and proximity of crop enclaves to the nearest forest boundary. …”
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Plant Functional Traits and Soil Nutrients Drive Divergent Symbiotic Fungal Strategies in Three Urban Street Tree Species by Yifan Xue, Yao Wang, Jiang Shi, Jingyao Wei, Qiong Wang, Wenchen Song

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Compatibility of pulse–pulse intervals with R–R intervals in assessing cardiac autonomic function and its relation to risks of atherosclerosis by Cheuk-Kwan Sun, Cyuan-Cin Liu, Wei-Min Liu, Hsien-Tsai Wu, Ruay-Ming Huang, An-Bang Liu

“…Conclusion: PPI may be an alternative parameter for effectively assessing cardiac autonomic function in nonoverweight healthy individuals. It should be used carefully in overweight, elderly, or diabetic individuals.…”
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