Impact of myosteatosis on prognosis in multiple myeloma patients: A subgroup analysis of 182 cases and development of a nomogram by Jun-Peng Liu, Xing-Chen Yao, Ming Shi, Zi-Yu Xu, Yue Wu, Xiang-Jun Shi, Meng Li, Xin-Ru Du

“…Background: This study aims to explore the prognostic value of myosteatosis in multiple myeloma (MM) and to analyze the factors influencing myosteatosis. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 182 patients treated for MM at our institution from 2009 to 2020 who underwent MRI examinations. …”
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Stress Reduction in Perioperative Care: Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial by Haridimos Kondylakis, Irene Alice Chicchi Giglioli, Dimitrios Katehakis, Hatice Aldemir, Paul Zikas, George Papagiannakis, Santiago Hors-Fraile, Pedro L González-Sanz, Konstantinos Apostolakis, Constantine Stephanidis, Francisco J Núñez-Benjumea, Rosa M Baños-Rivera, Luis Fernandez-Luque, Angelina Kouroubali

“…The intervention program also makes use of advanced data-driven techniques to deliver tailored patient education and lifestyle support. MethodsA total of 74 patients scheduled for surgery across 4 hospitals in 3 European countries were enrolled in this study from September 2021 to March 2022. …”
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Long-Term Surgical Outcome of Trabeculectomy with Mitomycin C: A Comparison Between Primary and Secondary Glaucoma in Thailand by Arampinyokul P, Rojananuangnit K

“…Preoperative IOP, number of anti-glaucoma medications, and visual acuity were significantly different between the two groups. …”
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A Review of Degradation and Reliability Analysis of a Solar PV Module by Zafar Ullah Khan, Adnan Daud Khan, Khalid Khan, Soliman Abdul Karim Al Khatib, Shahbaz Khan, Muhammad Qasim Khan, Abid Ullah

“…Data-driven analytical methods, such as DL (Deep Learning) ML (Machine Learning) models, have astounding computational abilities to process large amounts of data, with diverse features, and with minimal computation time. …”
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Monitoring Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) distribution in the Southern Ocean: environmental DNA (eDNA) adds to the toolbox by Leonie Suter, Leonie Suter, Alicia Burns, Alicia Burns, Alicia Burns, Sophie Bestley, Sophie Bestley, Jez Bird, Madeleine J. Brasier, Madeleine J. Brasier, Martin Cox, Martin Cox, Derek Hamer, Olivia J. Johnson, So Kawaguchi, So Kawaguchi, So Kawaguchi, Rob King, Rob King, Andreas Klocker, Jessica Melvin, Christine K. Weldrick, Christine K. Weldrick, Simon Wotherspoon, Ben Raymond, Ben Raymond

“…Both methods detected Antarctic krill at great depths (recent eDNA: 4300 m; visual: 3080 m). …”
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Investigation of white matter functional networks in young smokers by Junxuan Wang, Ting Xue, Daining Song, Fang Dong, Yongxin Cheng, Juan Wang, Yuxin Ma, Mingze Zou, Shuailin Ding, Zhanlong Tao, Wuyuan Xin, Dahua Yu, Kai Yuan

“…Aims: This study investigated the changes in the organizational and intrinsical activities of the white matter functional networks (WMFNs) in young smokers using resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging. Methods: A data-driven approach was used to characterize the WMFNs of 30 young smokers and 30 non-smokers. …”
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Evaluation of the risk factors for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment associated with choroidal detachment from the viewpoint of treatment patterns: a retrospective study by Kai Gao, Zi-Ye Chen, Zhuang-Ling Lin, Ya-Ping Liu, Bao-Yi Liu, Yuan Ma, Zi-Tong Chen, Rebiya●Tuxun, Lan Jiang, Zhuo-Jun Xu, Chin-Ling Tsai, Kun-Bei Lai, Tao Li

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The Effect of Protein and Protein Source on Appetite in Older Adults: Preliminary Findings from the FortiPhy Study by Ezgi Ozen, Katherine Roberts-Thomson, Rachel Smith, Claire Sulmont-Rosse, Lisa Methven, Miriam Clegg

“…Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess the effect of the meals fortified with protein from different sources on satiety and appetite. Methods: In this single-blind randomised crossover study, the effect of protein fortification on satiety and appetite was investigated in 10 healthy older adults (n = 7 women and n = 3 men) with a mean age of 76 (SD 3) years and a BMI of 23.7 (SD 2.6). …”
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Network localization of regional homogeneity alterations in Parkinson’s disease by Yuanying Song, Hucheng Yang, Hucheng Yang, Siyu Gu, Yingling Zhu, ZhenYu Dai, Pinglei Pan, Xianxian Zhang

“…Functional Connectivity Network Mapping (FCNM) offers an approach to test this hypothesis.MethodsWe conducted a systematic literature search (PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, CNKI, and Wanfang) for studies reporting whole-brain ReHo differences (PD vs. healthy controls). …”
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Scarf osteotomy combined with akin osteotomy for the treatment of patients with moderate hallux valgus: a retrospective study combining plantar pressure testing and gait analysis by Peng Lu, Songchuan Su, Xin Li, Liqi Ng, Xiaotian Xiong, Qiuping Zhang, Yusong Liu, Yu Zhou

“…Clinical assessment measures encompassed the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and the Japanese Society for Surgery of the Foot (JSSF) HV scale. …”
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Evaluating Sperm Recovery Time and Efficacy of Monotherapy vs. Combination Therapies in Men with Congenital Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Edoardo Pozzi, Vishal Ila, Francis Petrella, Christian Corsini, Armin Ghomeshi, Rohan Dureja, Daniel Boaretto, Tharun Somasundar, Andrea Salonia, Ranjith Ramasamy

“…We aimed to investigate the time and rates to recover spermatogenesis among azoospermic CHH men receiving monotherapy vs. combination therapy. Materials and Methods: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis following the PRISMA guidelines. …”

Mobile Therapeutic Attention for Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia (m-RESIST) Solution for Improving Clinical and Functional Outcomes in Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia: Prospect... by Jussi Seppälä, Eva Grasa, Anna Alonso-Solis, Alexandra Roldan-Bejarano, Marianne Haapea, Matti Isohanni, Jouko Miettunen, Johanna Caro Mendivelso, Cari Almazán, Katya Rubinstein, Asaf Caspi, Zolt Unoka, Kinga Farkas, Elisenda Reixach, Jesus Berdun, Judith Usall, Susana Ochoa, Iluminada Corripio, Erika Jääskeläinen

“…ObjectiveWe aim to evaluate the effects of m-RESIST on the clinical and functional outcomes and on the perceived quality of life in people with TRS. MethodsA feasibility study without a control group was performed to test the m-RESIST solution on patients with TRS. …”
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PROGNOSTIC FACTORS FOR THE RESPONSE TO TOCILIZUMAB THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH JUVENILE IDIOPATHIC ARTHRITIS WITHOUT SYSTEMIC MANIFESTATIONS: A COHORT STUDY by Ekaterina I. Alexeeva, Tatyana M. Dvoryakovskaya, Kseniya B. Isaeva, Tatyana V. Sleptsova, Rina V. Denisova, Margarita A. Soloshenko, Olga L. Lomakina, Anna N. Fetisova, Mariya G. Rudnickaya, Dariya D. Vankova, Alina A. Alshevskaya, Andrei V. Moskalev, Anna V. Mamutova

“…Our aim was to reveal early predictors for the response to tocilizumab therapy in patients with JIA without systemic symptoms.Methods. A retrospective cohort study enrolled patients with JIA without systemic symptoms who received tocilizumab therapy between July 2009 and August 2017. …”
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Dynamic Anterior Shoulder Stabilization Using a Long Head of the Biceps Transfer and Bankart Repair Improves Clinical Outcomes in Patients With Subcritical Bone Loss: A Systematic... by Neil Jain, M.D., Jonathan McKeeman, M.D., M.B.A., Margaret Higgins, M.D., Alexander Johnson, M.D., Tyler Smith, D.O., Brian Waterman, M.D.

“…Purpose: To assess the clinical outcomes of dynamic anterior stabilization using a long head of the biceps transfer (DAS-LHB) with Bankart repair for management of anterior shoulder instability with subcritical glenoid bone loss. Methods: Using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, a review of the PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, and Medline databases was performed in March 2025. …”
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The Use of Specialized Neuropsychological Training for the Rehabilitation of Patients with Neglect Syndrome by Maria S. Kovyazina, Nataliya A. Varako, Georgiy K. Stepanov, Daria D. Yurina, Victoria A. Propustina, Svetlana A. Vasilyeva, Vadim D. Daminov, Yury P. Zinchenko

“…Currently, insufficient attention is being paid to methods of rehabilitation of patients with negleсt syndrome. …”
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Donor Perceptions and Preferences of Telemedicine and In-Person Visits for Living Kidney Donor Evaluation by Ellie Kim, Hannah C. Sung, Katya Kaplow, Victoria Bendersky, Carolyn Sidoti, Abimereki D. Muzaale, Jasmine Akhtar, Macey Levan, Suad Esayed, Amir Khan, Christina Mejia, Fawaz Al Ammary

“…We aimed to deeply understand donor experiences and preferences using hybrid telemedicine video/in-person visits to ease access to donor evaluation or counseling. Methods: We conducted in-depth, semistructured interviews with donors or donor candidates who completed their evaluation through telemedicine/in-person, or in-person only visits at a tertiary transplant center between November 27, 2019 and March 1, 2021. …”
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Development of the 10-question household foodwork interactional assessment questionnaire (FIA-Q10) by Leah E. Cahill, Sharon I. Kirkpatrick, Catherine L. Mah, Jennifer LP. Protudjer, Cynthia Kendell, Mary E. Jung, Helen Wong, Ellen T. Crumley, Meghan Day, Karen T. Y. Tang, Yan Huang, Jyoti Sihag, Laura Brady, Karthik K Tennankore, Navdeep Tangri, Rebecca C. Mollard, Dylan MacKay

“…The objective of the present research was to develop the first stand-alone household foodwork assessment tool. Methods Through informal interviews with partners with lived experience, clinicians, and researchers, a literature review, a stakeholder meeting of advisors, and a two-round electronic Delphi process including face/content validation by expert panelists (n = 21), we developed the 10-question household foodwork interactional assessment questionnaire (FIA-Q10). …”
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Assessing thermal and economic performance of solar dryers in sustainable strategies for bottle gourd and tomato preservation by Subbarama Kousik Suraparaju, Elavarasan Elangovan, Guna Muthuvairavan, Mahendran Samykano, P. V. Elumalai, Sendhil Kumar Natarajan, Reji Kumar Rajamony, Dhinesh Balasubramanian, Yasser Fouad, Manzoore Elahi M. Soudagar, Zhang Miao, Krishna Moorthy Sivalingam

“…Abstract The traditional approach of open-sun drying is facing contemporary challenges arising from the widespread adoption of energy-intensive methods and the quality of drying. In response, solar dryers have emerged as a sustainable alternative, utilizing solar thermal energy to effectively dehydrate vegetables. …”
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The Effect of Virtual Reality Training on Anticipatory Postural Adjustments in Patients with Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Preliminary Study by Zhicheng Li, Qiuhua Yu, Haizhen Luo, Wenzhao Liang, Xin Li, Le Ge, Siyun Zhang, Le Li, Chuhuai Wang

“…This study is aimed at exploring the effects of virtual reality (VR) training on postural control, measured by anticipatory and compensatory postural adjustments (APAs and CPAs, respectively), in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNLBP) and the potential neuromuscular mechanism of VR training. Methods. Thirty-four patients were recruited and randomly assigned to the VR group (n=11), the motor control exercise group (MCE, n=12) and the control group (CG, n=11). …”
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The Long Head of Biceps Tendon Tenotomy in Idiopathic Glenohumeral Adhesive Capsulitis Surgery Improves Early Rehabilitation Outcomes by Jia‐Long Luo, Ye‐Bin Huang, Xing‐Hao Deng, Jing‐Song Wang, Yu‐Heng Li, Wei‐Ping Li, Chuan Jiang, Zheng‐Zheng Zhang, Zhong Chen

“…The study aimed to verify that LHBT tenotomy, compared with leaving it in situ, could provide better pain reduction and shoulder mobility in early rehabilitation of post‐arthroscopic IFS capsule release surgery. Methods From January 2020 to January 2022, 73 patients with idiopathic adhesive capsulitis were divided into two groups based on the preoperative LHBT lesions and treatment received for LHBT: tenotomy or left in situ. …”
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