Causal associations between iron levels in subcortical brain regions and psychiatric disorders: a Mendelian randomization study by Wei Du, Biqiu Tang, Senhao Liu, Wenjing Zhang, Su Lui

“…Utilizing two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis, this study investigates the causal associations between iron level changes in 16 subcortical nuclei and eight major psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia (SCZ), major depressive disorder (MDD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and insomnia. …”
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Free vibrational analysis of composite beams reinforced with randomly aligned and oriented carbon nanotubes, resting on an elastic foundation by Mohammed Chatbi, Zouaoui Rabie Harrat, Tahir Ghazoul, Mohamed Bachir Bouiadjra

“…In this study the CNT’s are considered either aligned or randomly oriented on the matrix. A refined high-order beam theory (RBT) is adopted in the present analysis using a new shape function. …”
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Investigation of the association between circulating inflammatory proteins and encephalitis risk in Europeans by two-sample Mendelian randomization analysis by Yanwei Liu, Xilong Wang, Qiang Zhao, Jun Wei, Shiqiang Yang

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The relationship between blood pressure and risk of atrial fibrillation: a combined and sex-stratified Mendelian randomization study by Yingying Sun, Ping Hou

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Effect of vortioxetine versus venlafaxine on cognitive functions in adults with major depressive disorder: A randomized-controlled trial by Chayan K. Manna, Rajeev Ranjan, Pankaj Kumar, Shamshad Ahmad, Santanu Nath

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Causal relationship between matrix metalloproteinase and pulmonary embolism: a bidirectional two-sample Mendelian randomization study by Xiaowei Gong, Yadong Yuan

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Comparing the Therapeutic Impact of Strain-Counterstrain and Exercise on Low Back Myofascial Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Trial by Koura GMR, Elshiwi AMF, Selim MN, Asiri AAM, Alqahtani RHJ, Elimy DA, Alshehri MA, Alnakhli HH, Assiri SM, Ahmad F, Ahmad I

“…This study evaluates the effects of SCS combined with exercise on pain severity, lumbar range of motion (ROM), and functional disability in patients with chronic LBP.Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 30 participants aged 45– 55 years, divided into Group A (SCS + Exercise) and Group B (Exercise Only). …”
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Efficacy and safety of LiWei capsule in chronic non-atrophic gastritis with erosions: a randomized controlled trial by Danyang Cui, Xiao Geng, Juan Wang, Xu Han, Zhijun Huang, Miao Jiang, Yang Gong

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Web-based Mental Health Literacy Education Program for Adolescent Students: A Randomized Control Study Protocol by Özlem Özkan, Fatma Şeyda Özbıçakçı

“…Participants will be randomly assigned to the control or intervention group. …”
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The Effect of Expressive Writing on the Experiences of Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Radiotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Jiayuan Li, Zhuoran Gao, Siyu Li, Xia Zhong

“…Methods We conducted a single‐blind, pretest, posttest, three‐group randomized controlled trial. A total of 147 patients with HNC were randomly assigned to a benefit‐finding writing group, neutral writing group, or control group. …”
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Health Economic Evaluation of Patients With Colorectal Liver Metastases Randomized to ALPPS or TSH: Analysis From the LIGRO Trial by Kristina Hasselgren, MD, PhD, Martin Henriksson, PhD, Bård I. Røsok, MD, PhD, Peter N. Larsen, MD, PhD, Ernesto Sparrelid, MD, PhD, Gert Lindell, MD, PhD, Nicolai A. Schultz, MD, PhD, Bjorn A. Bjørnbeth, MD, PhD, Bengt Isaksson, MD, PhD, Magnus Rizell, MD, PhD, Anna Lindhoff Larsson, RN, Per Sandström, MD, PhD, Bergthor Björnsson, MD, PhD

“…One hundred patients with colorectal liver metastases (CRLM) and standardized future liver remnant <30% were randomized to associating liver partition and portal vein ligation for staged hepatectomy (ALPPS) or two-staged hepatectomy (TSH). …”
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Beta-Blockers for Primary Prevention of Anthracycline-Induced Cardiac Toxicity: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials by Armin Attar, Arman Karimi Behnagh, Mehrasa Hosseini, Foad Amanollahi, Paria Shafiekhani, Ali Kabir

“…Methods. We assessed randomized trials and observational studies where a prophylactic intervention was compared with a control arm in patients with a normal left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) receiving Anthracyclines. …”
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Dexmedetomidine for delirium prevention in adult patients following cardiac surgery: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Chang Meng, Duo Wang, Yue Zhao, Jing Sun, Guobin Miao, Lijuan Chen, Ying Bai, Peng Liu

“…Methods We searched the PubMed, Embase and Cochrane Library databases for randomized controlled trials from the last 10 years up to March 10, 2024. …”
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Application of Mendelian randomization analysis to explore causal associations of aspirin use with bone mineral density and risk of fracture by Qi-Pei Liu

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Virtual reality-based vestibular rehabilitation therapy in patients with acute unilateral vestibulopathy: a randomized controlled trial by Jae Woo Lee, Chul Young Yoon, Chul Young Yoon, Jae Ha Kim, Jae Ha Kim, Young Joon Seo, Young Joon Seo, Young Joon Seo, Tae Hoon Kong, Tae Hoon Kong, Tae Hoon Kong

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Safety and Efficacy of an Intravaginal Prebiotic Gel in the Prevention of Recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis: A Randomized Double-Blind Study by Isabelle Coste, Philippe Judlin, Jean-Pierre Lepargneur, Sami Bou-Antoun

“…This study was performed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a prebiotic treatment in the balance recovery of the vaginal flora in subjects previously treated for bacterial vaginosis (BV). Study Design. A randomized trial was carried out on 42 subjects with an active prebiotic group compared to a placebo group. …”
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Evidence from mendelian randomization identifies several causal relationships between primary membranous nephropathy and gut microbiota by Jianwei Wu, Jing Zhang, Gang Huang, Yinglian Zhong, Yi Yang, Peng Deng

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A Randomized Comparative Trial on the Therapeutic Efficacy of Topical Aloe vera and Calendula officinalis on Diaper Dermatitis in Children by Yunes Panahi, Mohamad Reza Sharif, Alireza Sharif, Fatemeh Beiraghdar, Zahra Zahiri, Golnoush Amirchoopani, Eisa Tahmasbpour Marzony, Amirhossein Sahebkar

“…Sixty-six infants with DD (aged < 3 years) were randomized to receive either Aloe cream (n=32) or Calendula ointment (n=34). …”
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Causal association of sex hormone-related traits with Alzheimer’s disease: a multivariable and network Mendelian randomization analysis by Yan Zhang, Zhen-dong Sun, Yu-shen Yang, Wei-dong Fu

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Gene prediction of immune cells association between gut microbiota and colorectal cancer: a Mendelian randomization study by Yan Zhong, Guanglei Chen, Menglu Chen, Junsong Cui, Qianren Tan, Zhenghua Xiao

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