Palmitic Acid Accelerates Endothelial Cell Injury and Cardiovascular Dysfunction via Palmitoylation of PKM2 by Yu He, Senlin Li, Lujing Jiang, Kejue Wu, Shanshan Chen, Linjie Su, Cui Liu, Peiqing Liu, Wenwei Luo, Shilong Zhong, Zhuoming Li

“…In ApoE−/−mice, 10 mg/kg−1 PA treatment induces blood pressure elevation, cardiac contractile dysfunction, endothelial dysfunction and atherosclerotic plaqueformation. …”
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TP53 germline testing and hereditary cancer: how somatic events and clinical criteria affect variant detection rate by Paula Rofes, Carmen Castillo-Manzano, Mireia Menéndez, Álex Teulé, Sílvia Iglesias, Elisabet Munté, Mireia Ramos-Muntada, Carolina Gómez, Eva Tornero, Esther Darder, Eva Montes, Laura Valle, Gabriel Capellá, Marta Pineda, Joan Brunet, Lidia Feliubadaló, Jesús del Valle, Conxi Lázaro

“…Results TP53 PVs were identified in blood DNA of 45 probands. Variant origin was elucidated in 39 of these: 72% patients had a constitutional PV, 10% were mosaics, and 18% had CHIP-associated PVs. …”
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Examining the therapeutic potential and side effects of calcium channel blockers in mortality and morbidity of patients with stroke: A systematic review of pre-clinical and clinica... by Sevak Hatamian, Asad Abdi, Fatemeh Sadat Seyedi Asl, Armin Tafazolimoghadam, Arian Tavasol, Seyed Ali Mousavi Nejad, Reza Madadi, Zohre Tajabadi, Mina Dehghani, Najmeh Ahmadpoor, Mobina Fathi, Mohammadreza Hajiesmaeili, Navid Nooraei

“…Background: Blood pressure control is one of the basic steps in preventing stroke and cerebrovascular events. …”
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Kidney Function and Incident Stroke and Dementia Using an Updated Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate Equation Without Race: The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis by Samuel R. Moen, Jeffrey R. Misialek, Timothy M. Hughes, Craig W. Johnson, Mark J. Sarnak, Sarah N. Forrester, W.T. Longstreth, Jr., Mercedes R. Carnethon, James S. Pankow, Sanaz Sedaghat

“…Kidney function is commonly estimated using inputs of blood proteins alongside demographic inputs of age, sex at birth, and race. …”
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A meta-analysis of epigenome-wide association studies of ultra-processed food consumption with DNA methylation in European children by Joana Llauradó-Pont, Nikos Stratakis, Giovanni Fiorito, Evangelos Handakas, Alexander Neumann, Henrique Barros, Anne Lise Brantsæter, Kiara Chang, Leda Chatzi, Janine F. Felix, Regina Grazuleviciene, Vincent W. V. Jaddoe, Marianna Karachaliou, Marion Lecorguillé, Carla Lopes, Christopher Millett, Rosemary R. C. McEachan, Eleni Papadopoulou, Remy Slama, Eszter P. Vamos, Paolo Vineis, Martine Vrijheid, John Wright, Trudy Voortman, Mariona Bustamante, Oliver Robinson, Camille Lassale

“…UPF consumption was defined applying the Nova food classification system (group 4), and DNA methylation was measured in blood with Illumina Infinium Methylation arrays. …”
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Diagnostic markers of severe diabetic macular edema in patients with type 2 diabetes by S.A. Suk, S.Yu. Mogilevskyy

“…In the pathogenesis of DME, the main role is played by the breakdown of the blood-retinal barrier as a result of an increase in vascular endothelial growth factor and the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines. …”
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Donor-derived cell-free DNA for detection of acute rejection in lung transplant recipients by Gökce Yavuz, Julia Walter, Julia Walter, Kaimo Hirv, Oliver Wachter, Andrea Dick, Julia Kovacs, Julia Zimmermann, Olaf M. Glueck, Maximilian Vorstandlechner, Nicole Samm, Jan M. Fertmann, Wulf Sienel, Sebastian Michel, Sebastian Michel, Michael Irlbeck, Nikolaus Kneidinger, Nikolaus Kneidinger, Nikolaus Kneidinger, Rudolf Hatz, Rudolf Hatz, Jürgen Behr, Jürgen Behr, Christian Schneider, Christian Schneider, Teresa Kauke, Teresa Kauke

“…This study aims to explore the potential utility of donor-derived cell-free DNA (ddcfDNA) as a non-invasive biomarker for detecting acute rejection in lung transplant recipients (LTR).MethodsWe developed a molecular method based on digital droplet PCR to determine the total amount and the proportion of ddcfDNA. Using blood samples collected sequentially post-transplant from a cohort of 81 LTR, we compared median levels of %ddcfDNA in patients with acute cellular rejection (ACR), antibody-mediated rejection (AMR), infection, or decline in pulmonary function (FEV1).ResultsMedian %ddcfDNA levels were significantly higher in groups with ACR (1.92% [0.70%, 2.30%], p=0.0006), AMR (1.27% [0.34%, 2.29%], p=0.0009), isolated lymphocytic bronchiolitis (0.54% [0.23%, 2.18%], p=0.03), and infection or prolonged ventilation over 30 days (0.50% [0.22%, 2.35%], p=0.005) versus stable allograft function group (0.26% [0.09%, 0.60%]). …”
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COVID-19 and HIV: Clinical Outcomes and Inflammatory Markers in a Cohort from a Reference Hospital in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by Nathalia Beatriz Ramos de Sá, Karine Venegas Macieira, Mariana Rosa Inacio Coelho, Milena Neira Goulart, Marcelo Ribeiro-Alves, Leonardo Azevedo da Silva Rosadas, Kim Mattos Geraldo, Maria Pia Diniz Ribeiro, Sandra Wagner Cardoso, Beatriz Grinsztejn, Valdiléa G. Veloso, Andressa da Silva Cazote, Dalziza Victalina de Almeida, Carmem Beatriz Wagner Giacoia-Gripp, Fernanda Heloise Côrtes, Mariza Gonçalves Morgado

“…Significant differences in clinical scores, symptoms (coughs), and the occurrence of HIV infection were found among the groups. Clinical blood parameters and plasma cytokines were analyzed among COVID-19 groups with distinct severity profiles. …”
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The Pathogenic Role of Expanded CD8⁺CD28^null Angiogenic T Cells in ANCA-Associated Vasculitis by Haomiao Shen, Jinlin Miao, Haoyang Sun, Kui Zhang, Renli Liu, Zichao Li, Leyang Zhang, Peiyan Zhang, Jiawei Wang, Bei Zhang, Longyu Chen, Zhaohui Zheng, Ping Zhu

“…<b>Results</b>: CD8⁺CD28^null Tang levels were significantly higher in the peripheral blood of AAV patients compared to HCs, and their levels were further increased in AAV patients with MPO⁺, p-ANCA⁺, or interstitial lung disease compared to their respective control groups. …”
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The HFA‐PEFF score identifies ‘early‐HFpEF’ phenogroups associated with distinct biomarker profiles by Michiel T.H.M. Henkens, Anne‐Mar vanOmmen, Sharon Remmelzwaal, Gideon B. Valstar, Ping Wang, Job A.J. Verdonschot, Mark R. Hazebroek, Leonard Hofstra, Vanessa P.M. vanEmpel, Joline W.J. Beulens, Hester M. denRuijter, Stephane R.B. Heymans

“…The aims of this pilot study are to (i) identify distinct phenogroups by cluster analysis of HFA‐PEFF domain scores in subjects that present with HF‐like symptoms and (ii) study whether these phenogroups may be associated with distinct blood proteome profiles. Methods and results Subjects referred to the Cardiology Centers of the Netherlands, location Utrecht, with non‐acute possibly cardiac‐related symptoms (such as dyspnoea or fatigue) were prospectively enrolled in the HELPFul cohort (N = 507) and were included in the current analysis. …”
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[Translated article] Preoperative instillation of epinephrine and lidocaine can reduce surgical time in the endoscopic treatment of GTPS by R. Seijas Vazquez, F. Montaña I Pararols, A. Ferré-Aniorte, P. Laiz Boada, M. Vázquez Gómez, R. Cugat

“…Future research should focus on more direct outcomes such as intraoperative blood loss and between different instillation protocols. …”
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Neutralizing antibody test supports booster strategy for young individuals after SARS-CoV-2 Omicron breakthrough by Yichuan Yao, Yunru Yang, Qiqin Wu, Mengyao Liu, Wei Bao, Qiutong Wang, Meijun Cheng, Yunuo Chen, Yiting Yu, Yuan Cai, Mei Zhang, Jingxue Yao, Hongliang He, Changjiang Jin, Changcheng Zheng, Tengchuan Jin, Dali Tong

“…Methods We tested the levels of IgG, IgA, and IgM specific to the prototype SARS-CoV-2 RBD (receptor-binding domain) in blood samples from 636 individuals by chemical luminescence assay, ELISA and pseudovirus-based neutralization assay. …”
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The effect of systemic intraoperative warming on cardiac function of patients after off-pump coronary bypass grafting (术中综合保温措施对非体外循环下冠状动脉搭桥术患者心功能的影响)... by CHANG Jia (常佳), HUANG Jing (黄静)

“…Swan-Ganz catheter was inscerted to mornitor the cardiac function. The blood temperature and the hemondynamics were recorded at pre-operation, after operation, pre-extubation and before extracting Swan-Ganz catheter. …”
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Incident Heart Failure in Atherosclerotic Renal Artery Stenosis: A Post Hoc Analysis of the CORAL Trial by Rajesh Gupta, Michelle M. Estrella, Rebecca Scherzer, Pamela S. Brewster, Lance D. Dworkin, Hanh T. Nguyen, Yanmei Xie, Joachim H. Ix, Michael G. Shlipak, Timothy P. Murphy, Donald E. Cutlip, Eldrin F. Lewis, Christopher J. Cooper

“…Settings and Participants: Patients with atherosclerotic RAS and elevated blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, or both, and without a history of HF at enrollment. …”
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Two-field mydriatic fundus photography to assess the prevalence of macular disorder in diabetes by T.A. Avanesova, Zh.G. Oganezova, V.V. Anisimova, A.B. Baeva, D.H. Miaev

“…There was a trend towards an increased prevalence of DM in smokers (20.83% vs. 11.60% in non-smokers, p=0.120). Elevated blood pressure did not affect the incidence of DM. …”
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Prevailing Antibiotic Resistance Patterns in Hospitalized Patients with Urinary Tract Infections in a Vietnamese Teaching Hospital (2014 &ndash; 2021) by Le HHL, Thuc LC, Ta TB, Tran TV, Hung DV, Kien HT, Le MN, Luong VH, Nguyen VTH, Pham HQ, Le HV, Viet NH, Hoang LH, Nguyen TT, Latsavong M, Le TD, Trong Tuan D, An NV

“…Hai Ha Long Le,1,2 Luong Cong Thuc,3 Thang Ba Ta,4 Tien Viet Tran,5 Dinh Viet Hung,6 Hoang Trung Kien,7 Minh Nhat Le,8,9 Vu Huy Luong,10,11 Vinh Thi Ha Nguyen,11,12 Hoa Quynh Pham,13 Hung Van Le,11,13 Nguyen Hoang Viet,14 Le Huy Hoang,15 Tram Thuy Nguyen,15 Mixay Latsavong,16 Tuan Dinh Le,17 Dao Trong Tuan,18 Nguyen Van An19 1Department of Clinical Microbiology and Parasitology, Faculty of Medical Technology, Hanoi Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 2Department of Biochemistry, Hematology and Immunology, National Hospital of Dermatology and Venereology, Hanoi, Vietnam; 3Cardiovascular Center, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 4Respiratory Center, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 5Department of Infectious Diseases, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 6Department of Psychiatry, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 7Department of Immunology, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 8Tay Nguyen Institute of Science Research, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, VAST, Hanoi, Vietnam; 9Antimicrobial Resistance Research Center, National Institute of Infectious Disease, Tokyo, Japan; 10Department of Laser and Skincare, National Hospital of Dermatology and Venereology, Hanoi, Vietnam; 11Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Hanoi Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 12Department of General Planning, National Hospital of Dermatology and Venereology, Hanoi, Vietnam; 13Department of Microbiology, Mycology and Parasitology, National Hospital of Dermatology and Venereology, Hanoi, Vietnam; 14Molecular Pathology Department, Faculty of Medical Technology, Hanoi Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 15Department of Bacteriology, National of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Hanoi, Vietnam; 16Department of Nephrology-Hemodialysis, Military Central Hospital 103, Vientiane, Laos; 17Department of Rheumatology and Endocrinology, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, Vietnam; 18ENT Department, Central Military Hospital 108, Hanoi, Vietnam; 19Department of Microbiology, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, VietnamCorrespondence: Nguyen Van An, Department of Microbiology, Military Hospital 103, Vietnam Military Medical University, Hanoi, 100000, Vietnam, Tel + 84 982 860 055, Email ank59hvqy@gmail.comPurpose: In a Vietnamese teaching hospital, this study examined the prevalence and patterns of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) of common bacteria isolated from hospitalized patients with urinary tract infections (UTIs) between 2014 and 2021.Methods: From 4060 urine samples collected, common pathogens were isolated using quantitative culture on brilliance UTI Clarity agar and blood agar. Bacterial identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and multidrug resistance (MDR) classification followed standardized techniques. …”
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Efficacy and safety of Jianpi Qinghua granules for non-erosive reflux disease with spleen deficiency and damp-heat syndrome: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-contro... by Tai Zhang, Tai Zhang, Tai Zhang, Tai Zhang, Guang Bai, Wei Wang, Lin Liu, Zhenghua Zhou, Haijie Ji, Beihua Zhang, Beihua Zhang, Beihua Zhang, Xudong Tang, Xudong Tang

“…Safety assessments involved routine blood, urine, and liver and kidney function tests.ResultsAfter 4 weeks, the improvement rate for reflux or heartburn symptoms was 79.49% in the JQ group vs. 58.97% in the placebo group (P &lt; 0.05). …”
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The synergetic effect of selenium or zinc oxide nanoparticles with chromium on mitigating thermal stress for sustainable production and improving antioxidant capacity and inflammat... by I. T. El-Ratel, K. H. El-Kholy, S. M. Elgmmal, S. F. Fouda, A.-K. E. Abdel-Khalek, M. A. Hassan, M. M. Azzam, M. Alagawany, A. Lestingi

“…<p>This study was conducted to evaluate the impacts of selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs), zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs), and a combination of SeNPs and chromium (Cr) or ZnONPs and Cr on growth, caecal microbiota, antioxidant capacity in blood and liver tissue, and inflammatory cytokines in heat-stressed rabbits. …”
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Psychophysiological components of the activities of operators of nuclear power plants as a factor of accidents in the conditions of the threat of social catastrophe by O.A. Shevchenko, O.V. Sheviakov, V.V. Kornienko, I.A. Burlakova, Y.A. Slavska, N.I. Zhyhaylo, V.V. Vakulik, I.S. Ostapenko, O.A. Gerasimchuk, E.Y. Doroshenko, V.V. Prykhodko, S.A. Chernihivska, O.M. Ivchenko, V.M. Tychonovych, S.B. Dorogan

“…The methods of psychological (reactive anxiety, mood, activity, mood, attention), physiological (cardiography, blood pressure) and psychophysiological (simple sensorimotor and psychophysical) research methods were used to empirically assess the intensity of activity of the operators of the block control panel of nuclear power plants. …”
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Local and distant response to intratumoral immunotherapy assessed by immunoPET in mice by Aurélien Marabelle, Louis Meyblum, Lambros Tselikas, Thierry de Baere, Sandrine Susini, Fréderic Deschamps, Baptiste Bonnet, Céline Chevaleyre, Benoit Jego, Dimitri Kereselidze, Vincent Lebon, Charles Truillet

“…Impacts on the tumor microenvironment were assessed by immunofluorescence and flow cytometry.Results Half of the dose was cleared into the blood 1 hour after intratumoral administration. Despite this, 7 days post-injection, 6–8% of the dose remained in the intratumoral-injected tumors. …”
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