Family function, coping style and well-being affect job burnout among telecommunication employees: a cross-sectional study in China by Jingjing Song, Xinqing Xu, Hanzhong Zhang, Zhenyu Pan, Jinghua Zhu, Jiangang Shao, Liping Jia

“…In addition, coping style and well-being play a chain mediating role between family function and job burnout, contributing 14.10% (indirect effect size = −0.043) to the total effects.ConclusionThis study highlights that family function not only directly impacts job burnout in telecommunication employees but also exerts an indirect influence through the chain mediating effect of coping style and well-being. …”
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Clinical Outcomes of Double-row Fixation in Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability—Functional Success with Persistent Mechanical Laxity: A Retrospective Study by Jin Su Kim, Ken Meng Tai, Sang Bum Kim

“…However, a notable percentage of patients continue to demonstrate residual mechanical instability postoperatively. Future research should explore strategies to address residual mechanical laxity to optimize patient recovery and long-term prognosis. …”
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Effects of different exercise types on vascular endothelial function in individuals with abnormal glycaemic control: a systematic review and network meta-analysis by Zongxiang Li, Shengyao Luo, Xuebing Bai, Lu Huang, Hongyan Guo, Song Chen, Dan Wang

“…Background Brachial artery flow-mediated dilation (FMD) is a key marker of endothelial function, often impaired in individuals with abnormal glycemic control. …”
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Acceptability of the content and functionality of a just-in-time adaptive intervention for gambling problems: a mixed-methods evaluation of gambling habit hacker by S. N. Rodda, S. S. Merkouris, C. J. Greenwood, A. C. Thomas, D. I. Lubman, N. A. Dowling

“…Functionality improvements could also include the ability to save and adjust action plans in real time to enhance responsiveness in high-risk situations. …”
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Characteristics of Physical Exercise Programs and Their Effects on Quality of Life and Functional Capacity in Individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Scoping Revi... by Rafael Oliveira, João Paulo Brito, Halil İbrahim Ceylan, Maria de Brito Soares, Alexandre Duarte Martins, Tiago Vasconcelos, João Moutão, Susana Alves

“…Therefore, the objective of this study was to conduct a scoping review on the characteristics—frequency, intensity, time, and type (FITT)—and the effects of exercise programs on quality of life and functional capacity in individuals with COPD. <i>Materials and Methods:</i> The present review included 21 studies that were scoping-reviewed to describe their main findings and training characteristics. …”
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The Association Between Serum Pentraxin-3 Level at Admission and the Functional Outcome of Patients After Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Meta-Analysis by Yanrong Zhu, Kui Fan, Xujuan Zhao, Kaiwen Hou

“…Conclusion: Elevated serum PTX-3 levels at admission may serve as a prognostic biomarker for poor functional outcomes in AIS. Differences in PTX-3 cutoff values and potential residual confounding should also be considered. …”
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Characterization of feline nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug activated gene-1 (fNAG-1) and its protective function in kidney cells by Pattawika Lertpatipanpong, Hyunjin Moon, Jung Eun Seo, Minsu Kim, Seung Joon Baek

“…Future research should focus on further elucidating the molecular pathways involved and exploring therapeutic strategies to harness NAG-1 for managing obesity-related renal dysfunction in cats.…”
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Synergistic effects of PM2.5 components and ozone exposure on lung function in young adults: A cohort study in Shandong, China by Wenfeng Kang, Jia Zhang, Xiaoyan Wang, Yun Mu, Wenxiu Zheng, Yajuan Zhang, Mingyu Feng, Zhenzhong Wang, Yi Liu, Xiaoshuai Zhang, Peng Lu

“…Synergistic effects between PM2.5 components [organic matter (OM), nitrate (NO3-)] and O3 adversely impacted lung function. A more proactive policy should be adopted to address the synergistic effects of air pollution.…”
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Safety and effectiveness of non-invasive brain stimulation on mobility and balance function in children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Mengru Zhong, Yage Zhang, Jie Luo, Tingting Chen, Jingbo Zhang, Tingting Peng, Mingshan Han, Wen Le, Tingting Peng, Kaishou Xu

“…Statistical analysis focused on outcomes related to mobility and balance function immediately following intervention and one-month follow-up. …”
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Machine learning analysis of kinematic movement features during functional tasks to discriminate chronic neck pain patients from asymptomatic controls by Filippo Moggioli, Óscar Rodríguez-López, Elena Bocos-Corredor, Constantino Antonio García, Sonia Liébana, Tomás Pérez-Fernández, Cristina Sánchez, Susan Armijo-Olivo, José Angel Santos-Paz, Aitor Martín-Pintado-Zugasti

“…Abstract This study evaluated the discriminative potential of a machine learning model using movement features during functional tasks to distinguish between patients with non-traumatic chronic neck pain and asymptomatic controls. …”
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Functional improvement by tendon transfer for residual wrist dysfunction after botulinum therapy for severe upper limb spasticity: a case report by Takatoshi Hara, Yuta Miyazaki, Daisuke Nishida, Naho Takahashi, Keiko Sone, Yuki Hara, Ayano Matsui, Masahiro Abo

“…This case illustrates the critical role of tendon transfer surgery as a complementary intervention to overcome the limitations of conservative treatments, leading to substantial functional recovery. Future studies should aim to establish clear criteria for selecting candidates for tendon transfer surgery to ensure optimal functional outcomes for patients with severe spasticity.…”
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The effect of active video games on pain intensity, joint range of motion, and motor function in children with burns: a randomized clinical trial by Maryam Varzeshi, Kolsoum Deldar, Seyed Hasan Tavousi, Razieh Froutan, Hossein Nezami

“…These findings suggest that active video games could serve as a complementary approach for wrist rehabilitation in pediatric burn patients. Future studies should validate these effects on other joints (shoulder/elbow) and functional outcomes. …”
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The effects of maternal health literacy, family functioning and self-efficacy on antepartum depression in pregnant women in China: a moderated mediation model by Ling Zhang, Li Ren, Hongyu Li, Haiyan Qiu, Hong Yang, Xiaolan Shi, Honghui Rong, Chuanfen Zheng, Fengju Li, Ting Luo, Lu Lu, Enyu Lei, Dali Yi, Ji-an Chen

“…Maternal health literacy (MHL), family functioning (FF), and self-efficacy (SE) are important factors affecting antepartum depression (AD) in pregnant women. …”
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Influence of preoperative variables on the 3-month functional outcomes of the Vivity extended depth-of-focus intraocular lens: a prospective case series by Giacomo Savini, Alice Galzignato, Catarina P. Coutinho, Jinhai Huang, Yue Wu, Piero Barboni, João Mendanha Dias, Filomena J. Ribeiro, Domenico Schiano-Lomoriello

“…Abstract Background To investigate the functional results of the AcrySof IQ Vivity (Alcon, Fort Worth, TX) extended depth-of-focus intraocular lens (EDoF-IOL) and explore correlations between the preoperative biometric parameters and the postoperative functional outcomes. …”
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Clinical characteristics of patients with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease and risk factors for kidney function decline: a single-center study by Masato Minami, Shiroh Tanoue, Takumi Ejima, Tsubasa Uruta, Satomi Ichida, Hidehito Nakamura, Masayuki Otsuka, Takahiro Arima, Rei Obo, Yawara Yamashita, Haruhito Yoshimine, Masaharu Abe, Yozo Yoshimine, Masahide Furusho, Eiji Saeki, Shuji Kanmura, Akio Ido

“…Conclusions To prevent kidney function decline in patients with ADPKD, cyst growth, cyst infection, and proteinuria should be closely monitored.…”
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Impact of pre-acidification on the functionality and insoluble calcium levels of low-moisture part-skim mozzarella made from high-casein milk by Aakash Varsha Swaminathan, S⊘ren K. Lillevang, Selvarani Govindasamy-Lucey, John J. Jaeggi, Mark E. Johnson, J.A. Lucey

“…Composition, proteolysis, and microstructural and functional changes in the LMPS cheeses were monitored during 90 d of refrigerated storage. …”
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Long-Term Functional Outcomes and Quality of Life After Microvascular Reconstruction of Ankle and Foot Defects: A Monocentric Controlled Cohort Study by Sarah Pfeifenberger, Andrzej Hecker, Nikolaus Watzinger, Maximilian Moshammer, Anna-Lisa Pignet, Alexander Draschl, Ron Martin, Charalambos Louca, Lars-Peter Kamolz, Stephan Spendel

“…While the primary objective of microvascular free flap reconstructions of lower leg defects is limb preservation, there should be an effort to obtain the best functional and aesthetic results possible and to restore the patient’s quality of life. …”
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Impact of Baseline Kidney Function on the Rate of Progressive Kidney Disease After Pregnancy: A Population-Based Cohort Study Research Protocol by Lavanya Bathini, Nivethika Jeyakumar, Jessica Sontrop, Eric McArthur, Yuguang Kang, Bin Luo, Aminu Bello, David Collister, Sofia Ahmed, Padma Kaul, Erik Youngson, Branko Braam, Nir Melamed, Michelle Hladunewich, Amit X. Garg

“…Background: Better data are necessary to determine whether baseline level of kidney function affects the rate of progressive kidney disease following pregnancy. …”
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A Time Series Analysis for Supply Response Scenario of Food Grains in Bangladesh: The Quest of Structural Changes by Mohammad Ariful Islam

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Free Flap Reconstruction in Patients with Traumatic Injury of the Forefoot by Shin Hyuk Kang, Jeongseok Oh, Seok Chan Eun

“…In patients for whom flap reconstruction in the forefoot and big toe is planned, clinicians should pay close attention to flap survival as well as functional and cosmetic outcomes of surgery. …”
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