Loneliness among adult cancer survivors in the United States: prevalence and correlates by Christopher W. Wheldon, Avishek Choudhury, Bryan P. McCormick, Juan R. Albertorio-Díaz

“…Abstract Loneliness is recognized as a significant public health concern, affecting quality of life and health outcomes, including cancer-related outcomes. …”
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Management of Recurrent Lung Infections in a Case of Hyperimmunoglobulinemia E (or Job’s) Syndrome by M Arsenault, V Echave, C Fish, J-P Praud

“…Since this intervention, the patient has had an improved quality nf life, takes part in regular sports activities, without recurrence of severe pulmonary infections, and has had near normal pulmonary function studies. …”
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Acute Toxicity and Neuroprotective Effect of “RJ6601”, a Newly Formulated Instant Soup, in Geriatric Rats by Rujikarn Chaisanam, Jintanaporn Wattanathorn

“…Given its antioxidant effects and central nervous system benefits, we hypothesized that RJ6601 should improve neurodegeneration in the hippocampus, a region critical for cognition and the maintenance of quality of life (QoL). To assure its safety, a single fixed dose of 2000 mg/kg BW was administered to female Wistar rats (250–450 g, 18 months old) to test the acute toxicity of RJ6601. …”
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Bringing Motor Imagery BCI systems outside of the laboratory into daily activities by Sonal Santosh Baberwal, Shirley Coyle

“…These efforts aim to unlock MI-BCIs' transformative potential, empowering individuals with impaired mobility to regain independence and improve quality of life.…”
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Robotic versus Open Thyroidectomy for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer: An Evidence-Based Review by Shirley Yuk Wah Liu, Enders Kwok Wai Ng

“…In terms of morbidity, quality of life outcomes, and short-term recurrence rates, RT and OT are comparable. …”
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Surgery for chronic pyothorax after failed amplatzer closure of bronchopleural fistula by Yohann Vincent, Alessandra Lenzini, Amir Hanna, Nicolas Leymarie, Brendan Le Picault, Elie Fadel

“…Despite closure by an Amplatzer device, the patient had chronic pyothorax and severely deteriorated general health and quality of life. An attempt at Amplatzer device removal through an open window thoracostomy failed. …”
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Continent Ileostomy as an Alternative to End Ileostomy by Xian-rui Wu, Hao-xian Ke, Ravi P. Kiran, Bo Shen, Ping Lan

“…Previously, most of these patients would be referred for an end ileostomy, with an associated poor quality of life. In this circumstance, we propose that CI may deserve a reappraisal and serve as an alternative. …”
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Review of upper extremity passive joint impedance identification in people with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy by Suzanne J. Filius, Kyriacos Papa, Jaap Harlaar

“…The incurable nature of the disease shifts the focus to improving quality of life, including assistive supports to improve arm function. …”
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Neoantigen immunotherapy: a novel treatment for bladder cancer by Ruiyang Lv, Zhenzhu Liu, Maoxin Lv, Yuze Song, Junlin Wang, Huizhi Mu, Yu Zhang, Xuejian Wang

“…Consequently, there is an urgent need to develop new treatment methods to improve the survival rate and quality-of-life of patients with bladder cancer. Over recent years, the rapid development of tumor immunotherapy has become a significant alternative to traditional treatment, and provides new hope to patients. …”
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A Unique Case for Spinal Cord Stimulation: Successful Treatment of Small Fiber Neuropathy Pain Using Multiple Spinal Cord Stimulators by Maxim Eckmann, Alexander Papanastassiou, Mark Awad

“…He reported a poor quality of life. He was diagnosed with small fiber neuropathy with anhydrosis, suggestive of idiopathic erythromelalgia. …”
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Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) transforming multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis by Landoline Bonnin, Pascal Bourdon, Carole Guillevin, Remy Guillevin, Clement Giraud, Christine Fernandez-Maloigne

“…This would reassure doctors and patients like Anna, and potentially improve their quality of life by enabling earlier and more precise treatment.…”
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Do NSAID/COX-2 Inhibitors Increase Nonunion After Fracture Surgery? Dilemma and Consideration In Use by Azmi

“…Background: Nonunion accounts for 2% to 10% of fracture complications, diminishing quality of life and increasing mortality risk. Several factors, including smoking, metabolic disorders, dietary inadequacy, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), may predict nonunion development. …”
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How Fatigue Is Experienced and Handled by Female Outpatients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease by Anne Beck, Palle Bager, Peter Errboe Jensen, Jens F. Dahlerup

“…Fatigue is a significant aspect of everyday life for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and it influences their health-related quality of life. Little is known about fatigue from the patient’s perspective. …”
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Algorithm of Development for Stabilization of Socio-Ecological Situation in Karakalpakstan by Alisher Abdullaev

“…It is designed to improve the population’s quality of life, sustainable development and balanced interaction with the environment. …”
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Combination Olanzapine and Samidorphan for the Management of Schizophrenia and Bipolar 1 Disorder in Adults: A Narrative Review by Hannah W. Haddad, Elena Boardman, Brooke Williams, Rama Mouhaffel, Adam M. Kaye, Alan D. Kaye

“…Effective treatments are needed for both schizophrenia and B1D to reach the treatment goals of reducing the debilitating symptomology, improving social functioning and quality of life, and increasing the chances of recovery and more favorable long-term outcomes. …”
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Minimally invasive exoscope-assisted coccygectomy: A novel approach for chronic refractory coccydynia by Barnabas Obeng-Gyasi, Danielle Wilmes, Matthew P. Blackwell, Jae H. Kwon, Gordon Mao

“…Conclusion: Postoperative recovery showcased significant pain reduction and improved quality of life, emphasizing the method's potential for better outcomes and fewer complications. …”
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Long-Term Followup after Electrocautery Transurethral Resection of the Prostate for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia by F. Kallenberg, T. A. Hossack, H. H. Woo

“…International prostate symptom score (IPSS), quality of life (QOL) and peak urinary flow rate (Qmax⁡), and postvoid residual (PVR) were recorded. …”
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Obesity and Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders in Middle East and UAE by Mayank G. Vats, Bassam H. Mahboub, Hassan Al Hariri, Ashraf Al Zaabi, Deepa Vats

“…Apart from direct medical, psychological, and quality of life related adverse effects of obesity, many indirect medical comorbidities, namely, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), diabetes mellitus (DM), hypertension (HTN), and metabolic syndrome, imposes a significant health burden on the individual and community with consequent morbidity and mortality. …”
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A Severe Case of Overlap of Morphea and Eosinophilic Fasciitis after Burn Injuries by Hania Sami, Faria Sami, Shahzad Ahmed Sami, Abdulqadir J. Nashwan

“…Generalized morphea with concomitant EF indicates some degree of therapeutic resistance and poor prognosis with a low quality of life. Burn injuries can be a trigger factor for this overlap syndrome. …”
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Barriers to urban management in the viability of cities, Case study: Semnan city by abbas Babaei, zeinab korke abadi, saeid kamyabi

“…In fact, municipalities have the main task of serving the citizens and play the most important role in improving the quality of life of citizens. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the viability level of Semnan city and analyze the problems of Semnan city from the perspective of different groups (officials-elites). …”
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