Sexual distress among men with cancer – a cross-sectional study by Jonas Nahavandipour, Christoffer Johansen, Annamaria Giraldi, Bolette Skjøft Rafn, Annika von Heymann

“…However, many studies investigating sexual impairments fail to consider whether such impairments are perceived as distressing, i.e. create sexual distress. We investigated the prevalence of sexual distress, overlap with sexual impairment, and sociodemographic and clinical characteristics and other symptoms associated with sexual distress in a heterogeneous male cancer population. …”
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Feasibility of a family-oriented mHealth intervention for Chinese Americans with type 2 diabetes: A pilot randomized control trial. by Lu Hu, Yun Shi, Judith Wylie-Rosett, Mary Ann Sevick, Xinyi Xu, Ricki Lieu, Chan Wang, Huilin Li, Han Bao, Yulin Jiang, Ziqiang Zhu, Ming-Chin Yeh, Nadia Islam

“…<h4>Objectives</h4>To test the feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy of a mHealth intervention tailored for Chinese immigrant families with type 2 diabetes (T2D).<h4>Methods</h4>We conducted a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) with baseline, 3-, and 6-month measurements. …”
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Renal Failure Associated with APECED and Terminal 4q Deletion: Evidence of Autoimmune Nephropathy by Mohammed Al-Owain, Namik Kaya, Hamad Al-Zaidan, Ibrahim Bin Hussain, Hadeel Al-Manea, Hindi Al-Hindi, Shelley Kennedy, M. Anwar Iqbal, Hamad Al-Mojalli, Albandary Al-Bakheet, Anne Puel, Jean-Laurent Casanova, Saleh Al-Muhsen

“…Terminal 4q deletion is also a rare cytogenetic abnormality that causes a variable syndrome of dysmorphic features, mental retardation, growth retardation, and heart and limb defects. We report a 12-year-old Saudi boy with mucocutaneous candidiasis, hypoparathyroidism, and adrenocortical failure consistent with APECED. …”
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Optimal Vase Solution for <i>Gerbera hybrida</i> Cut Flower Keeping Fresh by Activating SA and Cytokinin Signaling and Scavenging Reactive Oxygen Species by Chaoshui Xia, Yiyang Cao, Weixin Gan, Huifeng Lin, Huayang Li, Fazhuang Lin, Zhenhong Lu, Weiting Chen

“…The aim of this study was to improve the freshness of gerbera cut flowers through the optimal solution (OS) and to analyze its preservation mechanism. We used chitosan (COS), calcium chloride (CaCl₂), and citric acid (CA) as the main ingredients of the vase solution and determined the OS ratio of 104 mg/L of COS, 92 mg/L of CA, and 93 mg/L of CaCl₂ using the Box–Behnken design-response surface method (BBD-RSM). …”
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Implementation of a Cost and Variation Reduction Program for Hemostasis Products at a Large Academic Medical Center: A Multi-Stakeholder Perspective by Shah T, Brethauer S, Danker III WA, Doshi I, O'Hara M, Silber A, Vasileff WK

“…However, few studies provide details on hospital stakeholder experiences or learnings from implementing such initiatives. Thus, we sought to evaluate hospital stakeholder satisfaction with conversion to a sole supplier for hemostasis products, in addition to economic and clinical impacts, to help develop best practices for implementation.Methods: This cross-sectional study assessed satisfaction with converting to a sole supplier for hemostasis products at a large US academic medical center using qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys with clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, on the decision-making process, conversion, and vendor-supported hemostasis optimization program (HOP) post-implementation (February 2022–May 2022). …”
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Effects of Simultaneously Performed Dual-Task Training with Aerobic Exercise and Working Memory Training on Cognitive Functions and Neural Systems in the Elderly by Hikaru Takeuchi, Daniele Magistro, Yuka Kotozaki, Kosuke Motoki, Keyvan Kashkouli Nejad, Rui Nouchi, Hyeonjeong Jeong, Chiho Sato, Salvatore Sessa, Ryoichi Nagatomi, Massimiliano Zecca, Atsuo Takanishi, Ryuta Kawashima

“…In particular, the effects have been investigated of dual-task training that combines a walking or standing activity (balance exercise) simultaneously performed with cognitive training (which is ecologically difficult for the elderly). In this study, we investigated the effects of simultaneously performed dual-task training incorporating both AET and WMT (SDAEWMT), using a recumbent ergocycle bicycle and a WMT program that provided a portable console and made the training ecologically easy for the elderly. …”
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Expanding diversity in developmental profiles of very-low-birth-weight infants during 6 years after birth by Kyoko Watanabe, Reina Ogata, Kenta Kajiwara, Hirosuke Inoue, Yoshihiro Sakemi, Masako Ichiyama, Toru Sawano, Kazuaki Yasuoka, Takahide Watabe, Hiroaki Kurata, Toshinori Nakashima, Yuri Sonoda, Pin Fee Chong, Satoshi Akamine, Masayuki Ochiai, Takuro Ohno, Hironori Yamashita, Yasunari Sakai, Shouichi Ohga

“…Abstract Very-low-birth-weight infants (VLBWIs) are at high risk for neurodevelopmental problems after age 3 years. We investigated the association between the developmental quotient (DQ) of VLBWIs and their growth profiles during 6 years after birth. …”
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A high-valence bismuth(V) nanoplatform triggers cancer cell death and anti-tumor immune responses with exogenous excitation-free endogenous H2O2- and O2-independent ROS generation by Yizhang Tang, Xujiang Yu, Liangrui He, Meng Tang, Wenji Yue, Ruitong Chen, Jie Zhao, Qi Pan, Wanwan Li

“…Abstract Reactive oxygen species with evoked immunotherapy holds tremendous promise for cancer treatment but has limitations due to its dependence on exogenous excitation and/or endogenous H2O2 and O2. Here we report a versatile oxidizing pentavalent bismuth(V) nanoplatform (NaBiVO3-PEG) can generate reactive oxygen species in an excitation-free and H2O2- and O2-independent manner. …”
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Clinical Outcomes and Patterns of Traumatic Injuries Associated with Subway Incidents at a Level 1 Trauma Center by Bharti Sharma, Aubrey May B. Agcon, George Agriantonis, Sittha Cheerasarn, Navin D. Bhatia, Zahra Shafaee, Jennifer Whittington, Kate Twelker

“…Objectives: Subway-related accidents have risen with advancements in the system. We aim to study the injury patterns from these incidents. …”
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Efficacy of Anakinra for Various Types of Crystal-Induced Arthritis in Complex Hospitalized Patients: A Case Series and Review of the Literature by A. Aouba, S. Deshayes, L. Frenzel, A. Decottignies, C. Pressiat, B. Bienvenu, F. Boue, G. Damaj, O. Hermine, S. Georgin-Lavialle

“…There are few data on anakinra use after failure of conventional medications for crystal-induced peripheral arthritis and/or crowned dens syndrome among complex hospitalized patients. Methods. We retrospectively analyzed the outcome of six patients affected with subacute crystal-induced arthritis who had received anakinra in second or third line therapy, including three patients with crowned dens syndrome and three others with gouty arthritis. …”
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Acer palmatum thumb. Ethanol Extract Alleviates Interleukin-6-Induced Barrier Dysfunction and Dextran Sodium Sulfate-Induced Colitis by Improving Intestinal Barrier Function and Re... by Kwang-Youn Kim, Tae-Woo Oh, Hyun Ju Do, Ju-Hye Yang, In Jun Yang, Yong Hyun Jeon, Young-Hoon Go, Soon-Cheol Ahn, Jin-Yeul Ma, Kwang-Il Park

“…Ulcerative colitis is one inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and is caused by diverse factors, including the extent and duration of intestinal inflammation. We investigated the effect of Acer palmatum thumb. ethanol extract (KIOM-2015E) on the expression of tight junction proteins and the levels of inflammation in the cell model induced with interleukin-6- (IL-6-) and mouse model of dextran sodium sulfate (DSS) induced with acute colitis. …”
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Extrapolating empirical measurements of wastewater exfiltration from sanitary sewers to estimate watershed-scale fecal pollution loading in urban stormwater runoff by Joshua A. Steele, Adriana González-Fernández, John F. Griffith, Darcy Ebentier McCargar, Sierra Wallace, Kenneth C. Schiff

“…The human-specific genetic marker HF183, which is highly concentrated in raw sewage, was used as a surrogate for human fecal pollution and was measured in nearly every stormwater sample collected. We extrapolated measured exfiltration to the entire 419 km2 watershed and estimated up to 4.25 × 106 L exfiltrate each day. …”
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The structural characteristics of dietary fibers from Tremella fuciformis and their hypolipidemic effects in mice by Shanshan Zhang, Xinle Xu, Xu Cao, Tingting Liu

“…The structure of dietary fibers from tremella was studied by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). We analyzed their lipid-lowering properties in vitro (water holding, oil holding swelling cholesterol and sodium cholate binding capacitises) and the hypolipidemic effects in mice. …”
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The role of partial splenic artery embolization in the management of refractory esophageal variceal bleeding due to portal vein thrombosis by Büşra Tetik Dinçer, Nafiye Urgancı, Aylin Hasanefendioğlu Bayrak, Özlem Durmaz, İlgin Özden

“…Medical, endoscopic, angiographic, and surgical interventions can be utilized in treatment. In this case report, we describe partial splenic artery embolization for refractory GEVH due to portal vein thrombosis. …”
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Effect of potent nucleos(t)ide analog on alpha fetoprotein changes and occurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with chronic hepatitis B by Qianqian Ma, Junzhao Ye, Ling Luo, Yanhong Sun, Wei Wang, Shiting Feng, Bing Liao, Bihui Zhong

“…The purpose of this study was to evaluate this issue in those treated with entecavir (ETV) versus tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF). Methods We prospectively enrolled treatment-naive CHB adults who commenced treatment with ETV or TDF. …”
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Circulating Levels of Glial Cell Line-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (GDNF) in Schizophrenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Omran Davarinejad, Saeid Komasi, Mohammad-Taher Moradi, Farzaneh Golmohammadi, Maryam Bahrami, Hamed Esmaeil Lashgarian, Masumeh Jalalvand, Sara Hookari, Fatemeh Kazemisafa

“…However, GDNF levels remain unclear in affected individuals compared to healthy controls. Therefore, we aimed to calculate a pooled estimate of GDNF levels in patients with SCZ in comparison with healthy controls. …”
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Impact of cognition and psychoemotional status on falls in multiple sclerosis by R. Godelienė, E. Sukockienė, V. Danielius, V. Stankunavičiūtė, D. Mickevičienė

“…In our study, falls were experienced by one-third of the patients, they had higher disability. We found no impact of cognition on falls; however, fallers had higher anxiety, depression, and fatigue levels. …”
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Human Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells Encapsulated with Pluronic F-127 Enhance the Regeneration and Angiogenesis of Thin Endometrium in Rat via Local IL-1β Stimulation by Shuling Zhou, Yu Lei, Ping Wang, Jianying Chen, Liting Zeng, Ting Qu, Martin Maldonado, Jihua Huang, Tingting Han, Zina Wen, Erpo Tian, Xiangqian Meng, Ying Zhong, Jiang Gu

“…However, the treatments for thin endometrium have not been well developed. In this study, we aim to determine the role of Pluronic F-127 (PF-127) encapsulation of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (hUC-MSCs) in the regeneration of thin endometrium and its underlying mechanism. …”
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Association of preoperative body mass index with postoperative complications and survival for patients with gastric cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Zhenzhen Li, Lili Cui, Jing Sun, Wanlu Liu

“…This study aimed to evaluate this association using a meta-analysis.<h4>Method</h4>We conducted a systematic search of the PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases up to February 25, 2024. …”
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BRCA1 is involved in sustaining rapid antler growth possibly via balancing of the p53/endoplasmic reticulum stress signaling pathway by Qianqian Guo, Zhen Wang, Jiping Li, Chao Ma, Junjun Zheng, Hengxing Ba, Guokun Zhang, Chunyi Li

“…Antler regeneration is based on the proliferation and differentiation of antler stem cells (AnSCs). Results We identified 39 hub genes which may function in regulating the balance between rapid proliferation and genomic stability in the AnSCs during antler regeneration. …”
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