Anti-inflammatory treatment using alpha melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH) does not alter osteoblasts differentiation and fracture healing by Johanna Graue, Melanie Timmen, Katharina Schmitz, Daniel Kronenberg, Markus Böhm, Kishor K. Sivaraj, M. Gabriele Bixel, Richard Stange

“…We can conclude from our results, that treatment of inflammatory diseases using α-MSH does not interfere significantly with bone regeneration in a murine fracture model and therefore treatment with α-MSH could be continued without negative effects on bone formation and bone regeneration in patients. Clinical trial number Not applicable.…”
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Direct superior approach versus posterolateral approach in mid-term clinical outcomes of total hip arthroplasty: a prospective randomized controlled study by Zhanqi Wei, Yiming Xu, Wei Zhu, Xisheng Weng, Bin Feng

“…Trial registration The study protocol was registered on Chinese Clinical Trial Register (ChiCTR) with the register number ChiCTR2000041186 (registration date: 2020/12/21).…”
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Norepinephrine titration in patients with sepsis-induced encephalopathy: cerebral pulsatility index compared to mean arterial pressure guided protocol: randomized controlled trial by Mai Salah Salem, Motaz Amr Abosabaa, Mohamed Samir Abd El Ghafar, Hala Mohey EI-Deen Mohamed EI-Gendy, Salah El-din Ibrahim Alsherif

“…Trial registration The clinical trial was registered on clinucaltrials.gov under the identifier NCT05842616 https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05842616?…”
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Association Between Weight-Adjusted Waist Index and Cognitive Function in Older Adults Without Diabetes: A Cross-Sectional Study by Wang Q, Yin Y, Liu W, Li L, Wang Z, Tian Y, Fan J

“…Attaining an optimal WWI may be vital for cognitive decline, highlighting its role in a potential preventative approach.Clinical Trial Registry Number and Website Where It Was Obtained: The study design and data are publicly accessible at www.cdc.gov/nchs/nhanes/.Keywords: cognitive function, non-diabetic, NHANES, cross-sectional study, weight-adjusted-waist index, WWI…”
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Extended-release amphetamine (Dyanavel XR) is associated with reduced immediate-release supplementation in adults with ADHD, regardless of baseline patient variables: a retrospecti... by Joel L. Young, Richard N. Powell, Anna Powell, Lisa L. M. Welling, Lauren Granata, Jaime Saal, Margot Nash

“…Considering its tendency to reduce IR supplementation and its relationship with improved ADHD and anxiety symptoms, Dyanavel XR may simplify treatment regimens and improve outcomes. Clinical trial number Not applicable.…”
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Pregnant Women, a Potential Reservoir for Onchocerca volvulus? A Cross Sectional Study in Maridi County, South Sudan by Chiara Trevisan, Amber Hadermann, Stephen Raimon Jada, Raphael A. Abong, Yak Yak Bol, Joseph N. Siewe Fodjo, Katja Polman, Robert Colebunders

“…Pregnant women in South Sudan are a reservoir for parasite transmission. A clinical trial evaluating the potential beneficial effect of treating O. volvulus infected pregnant women with IVM should be considered, as our preliminary results and the literature suggest that IVM intake might not affect the newborn.…”
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Association between latent toxoplasmosis and bipolar disorder: a case-control seroprevalence study by Abdol Sattar Pagheh, Adele Sadat Talebian, Tooran Nayeri, Ali Akbar Esmaeili, Fatemeh Rezaei, Eisa Nazar, Masood Ziaee

“…However, more studies with a larger sample size are recommended to clarify the development pathways of this disorder and provide new strategies for the prevention and treatment of this disease. Clinical trial Not applicable.…”
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Oleanolic Acid Cubic Liquid Crystal Nanoparticle-Based Thermosensitive Gel Attenuates Depression Symptoms in Chronic Unpredictable Mild Stress Rats by Shi Z, Wang Q, Li Q, Jia F, Xu W

“…Zhiqi Shi,1,2,* Qing Wang,1,* Qing Li,1,3 Fan Jia,1,3 Weifeng Xu1 1Wuxi Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Wuxi, Jiangsu, People’s Republic of China; 2Liangxi District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Wuxi, Jiangsu, People’s Republic of China; 3Wuxi Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Wuxi, Jiangsu, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Zhiqi Shi, Chinese Medicine Research Department, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214071, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 510-82725693, Email shi_mars@foxmail.com Weifeng Xu, Drug Clinical Trial Facility Office, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214071, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 510-82725693, Email 13585028501@163.comPurpose: Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a global health concern. …”
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Which PSMA PET/CT interpretation criteria most effectively diagnose prostate cancer? a retrospective cohort study by Le Ma, Yaxin Hao, Luoping Zhai, Wanchun Zhang, Xiaoming Cao, Kaiyuan Jia

“…This underscores the miPSMA score’s potential as a robust criterion for PCa and csPCa diagnosis, holding substantial promise for refining clinical decision-making and patient management strategies. Clinical trial number not applicable.…”
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Association between sleep duration and hypertension in southwest China: a population-based cross-sectional study by Yu Guo, Liming Li, Zhengming Chen, Qiang Sun, Pei Pei, Xianping Wu, Ningmei Zhang, Xiaofang Chen, Guojin Luo, John S Ji, Xiaoyu Chang, Xiaofang Chen*

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Short Term Outcome of High Dose Dexamethasone Versus Prednisone In Children With Acute Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Single Center Trial by Ahmed Osama Kaddah, Niveen Salama, Doaa Maged Ahmed, Mariam Saad Nassim

“…Materials and Methods: This prospective randomized controlled open label clinical trial was conducted on 60 children with newly diagnosed ITP randomized to either HD-DXM or PDN (30 patients in each group). …”
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Economic impact of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: insights from the ALDO‐DHF trial by Djawid Hashemi, Ludwig Dettmann, Tobias D. Trippel, Volker Holzendorf, Johannes Petutschnigg, Rolf Wachter, Gerd Hasenfuß, Burkert Pieske, Antonia Zapf, Frank Edelmann

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Under-five mortality and its associated factors in sub-Saharan Africa: a multilevel analysis of recent demographic and health surveys data based on Bayesian approach by Atalay Liknaw Birhanie, Zemenu Tadesse Tessema, Bekalu Endalew, Koku Sisay Tamirat

“…The adjusted odds ratio (AOR) and its 95% credible interval (CrI) were reported for significant factors associated with under-five mortality. Clinical trial number: not applicable. Results The prevalence of under-five mortality in sub Saharan Africa was 62 per 1000 live births (95%CI (56.29, 68.29). …”
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Effectiveness of Continuous Glucose Monitoring on Short-Term, In-Hospital Mortality Among Frail and Critically Ill Patients With COVID-19: Randomized Controlled Trial by Jiawei Shang, Ziming Yuan, Zuoyan Zhang, Quanhong Zhou, Yan Zou, Wei Wang

“…Trial RegistrationChinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR2200059733; https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.html?…”
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Using peer narrative support to promote return to work for cancer survivors: a protocol study of action research by Wenqian Que, Xiaoyun Hu, Tingting Wu, Haiyin Zhang, Yue Shi, Jingyi Zhao, Xiaoqin Su, Benxin Kuai, Yujie Guo

“…Trial registration This study has been registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (Registration number ChiCTR2300068403) on Feb 17, 2023. …”
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Implications of hormonal carcinogenesis for transgender and gender-diverse people undergoing gender-affirming hormone therapy: an up-to-date review by Matteo Lambertini, Filippo Pietrantonio, Dario Trapani, Francesco Perrone, Rossana Berardi, Saverio Cinieri, Chiara Cassani, Amelia Barcellini, Filippo Ghelardi, Alberto Giovanni Leone, Stefania Bonadonna, Marianna Sirico, Barbara Tagliaferri, Stefano Maccarone, Davide Dalu, Lorenzo Ruggieri, Simone Nardin, Nicla La Verde

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Assessing Sedation Depth with PSI in Elderly ERCP Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study by Huang L, Liu LL, Lu YD, Zhuang MY, Dou W, Liu H, Ji FH, Peng K

“…Our results showed a significant correlation between the PSI values and MOAA/S scores and suggested a PSI value of 50 with a range of 48 to 52 for maintaining adequate sedation.Trial Registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR2400079859).Keywords: endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, depth of sedation, elderly patients, Modified Observer’s Assessment of Alertness/Sedation, patient state index…”
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Comparative Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Manual and Electric Toothbrushes in Blind Children: A Randomised Controlled Trial by PS Thanalakshme, R Ramesh

“…Materials and Methods: A randomised controlled clinical trial conducted at a high school for the blind in Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, India on 120 blind chidren aged 6-12 years. …”
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Preterm preeclampsia screening and prevention: a comprehensive approach to implementation in a real-world setting by Stefania Ronzoni, Shamim Rashid, Aimee Santoro, Elad Mei-Dan, Jon Barrett, Nanette Okun, Tianhua Huang

“…Trial registration Clinical trial: NCT04412681 (2020–06-02).…”
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Brain development using a multicomponent intravenous lipid emulsion in preterm infants by Katherine M. Ottolini, Julius Ngwa, Sudeepta K. Basu, Kushal Kapse, Melissa Liggett, Jonathan Murnick, Catherine Limperopoulos, Nickie Andescavage

“…Trial registration Clinical trial number: Not applicable.…”
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