Soft Tissue/Bone Decomposition of Conventional Chest Radiographs Using Nonparametric Image Priors by Yunbi Liu, Wei Yang, Guangnan She, Liming Zhong, Zhaoqiang Yun, Yang Chen, Ni Zhang, Liwei Hao, Zhentai Lu, Qianjin Feng, Wufan Chen

“…The proposed method can produce soft tissue and bone images similar to those produced by the actual DES system. Conclusions. The proposed method can markedly reduce the visibility of bony structures in chest radiographs and shows potential to enhance diagnosis.…”
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The dual anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant effects of Jianpi Huashi Tongluo prescription on Rheumatoid Arthritis through inhibiting the activation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathw... by Fanfan Wang, Fanfan Wang, Jian Liu

“…Lastly, a co-culture system of RA patient-derived peripheral blood mononuclear cells (RA-PBMCs) and vascular endothelial cells (VECs) was established to mimic the in vivo microenvironment, and the anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant mechanisms of XFC were validated in vitro.ResultsData mining analysis revealed abnormally elevated levels of inflammatory and coagulation markers such as fibrinogen (FBG), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (Hs-CRP), and rheumatoid factor (RF) in RA patients (p < 0.001), and emphasized the close correlation between XFC treatment and the improvement of these markers including Hs-CRP, ESR, and RF (confidence >60% and lift >1). …”
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Unveiling the Microbial Symphony of Amasi: A Targeted Metagenomic 16S rRNA, ITS, and Metabolites Insights Using Bovine and Caprine Milk by Betty Olusola Ajibade, Titilayo Adenike Ajayeoba, Saheed Sabiu, Konstantin V. Moiseenko, Sizwe Vincent Mbona, Errol D. Cason, Tatyana V. Fedorova, Oluwatosin Ademola Ijabadeniyi

“…Amasi, a traditional fermented milk produced in Southern Africa, is associated with several health benefits, such as probiotic activities, immune system modulation, and pharmacological (antimicrobial, antitumor and antioxidant) potential. …”
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Automated classification of stress and relaxation responses in major depressive disorder, panic disorder, and healthy participants via heart rate variability by Sangwon Byun, Ah Young Kim, Min-Sup Shin, Hong Jin Jeon, Hong Jin Jeon, Chul-Hyun Cho, Chul-Hyun Cho

“…Stress affects the autonomic nervous system, which can be evaluated via heart rate variability (HRV). …”
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Postoperative symptom changes following uterine artery embolization for uterine fibroid based on FIGO classification by Yoshimi Nozaki, Shiori Takeuchi, Masafumi Arai, Yoshiki Kuwatsuru, Hiroshi Toei, Shingo Okada, Hitomi Kato, Naoko Saito, Takamichi Nobushima, Keisuke Murakami, Mari Kitade, Ryohei Kuwatsuru

“…Abstract Background Classifying uterine fibroid using the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) classification system assists treatment decision-making and planning. …”
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Medical Liability of Residents in Taiwan Criminal Court: An Analysis of Closed Malpractice Cases by Kuan-Han Wu, Po-Chun Chuang, Chih-Min Su, Fu-Jen Cheng, Chien-Hung Wu, Fu-Cheng Chen, Yii-Ting Huang

“…The verdicts pertaining to physicians recorded on the national database of the Taiwan justice system were reviewed. Main Outcome Measures. The characteristics of litigations were documented. …”
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Analysis of diabetes mortality characteristics among the residents in Fengxian District, Shanghai, 2012‒2021 by XU Haifeng, HU Yi, WU Zhenyu, CHEN Ying, DENG Zenan, XUE Ting, YUAN yuan, QIN Meng, TANG Haiying

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the trends in diabetes mortality rate and the characteristics of decreased population in Fengxian District, Shanghai from 2012 to 2021.MethodsData from the death registration records of the residents in Fengxian District between 2012 and 2021, sourced from the Shanghai Death Surveillance System, were analyzed. Indicators such as the crude mortality rate due to diabetes, the standardized mortality rate, years of life lost (YLL), and the probability of premature death were estimated. …”
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Revolutionary barium titanate-BlueP/TMDCs SPR sensor: Ultra-sensitive detection of urine glucose levels by Momen Sahriar Shoshi, Md Abu Huraiya, Vinoth Raj R, Abror Jawad, Chang Yi Kong, Hitoshi Tabata, Sankar Ganesh Ramaraj, S.M. Abdur Razzak

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Altered functional network topology properties to detect anxiety and depression caused by Crohn’s disease and disease severity by Jiaxing Yang, Kechen Yue, Jingwen Sun, Changjie Pan, Xintong Wu, Yongjun Cheng, Xiaomeng Wu, Haifeng Shi

“…The functional connectivity (FC) between the default mode network and visual network was increased, and the FC in the limbic system was decreased. In the CD group, local topological properties in the amygdala and precuneus were negatively correlated with HADS-A scores, and local topological properties in the superior occipital gyrus were positively correlated with SES-CD scores. …”
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A Live Video Resiliency Dyadic Intervention for Persons With Dementia and Their Care-Partners Early After Diagnosis: Protocol for Open Pilot of Resilient Together for Dementia by Sydney McCage, Kristin Walker, Talea Cornelius, Robert A Parker, Kristen Dams-O'Connor, Brad Dickerson, Christine Ritchie, Ana-Maria Vranceanu, Sarah Bannon

“…MethodsAll study procedures will be conducted on the web (via phone and health care system–supported videoconferencing) to optimize accessibility, inclusion, and representativeness. …”
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The role of ferroptosis in colorectal cancer and its potential synergy with immunotherapy by Wenhua Xia, Wenhua Xia, Yuanhao Lv, Yuanhao Lv, Yan Zou, Zhanting Kang, Zhaoyi Li, Jiaqi Tian, Hongyan Zhou, Wei Su, Wei Su, Jiateng Zhong, Jiateng Zhong, Jiateng Zhong, Jiateng Zhong

“…The mechanisms underlying ferroptosis, including intracellular iron levels, lipid peroxidation, and antioxidant system regulation, offer new insights into cancer treatment strategies. …”
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Diagnostic Accuracy of EndoFaster® and Narrow-Band Imaging Endoscopy in Patients with Impaired Gastric Acid Secretion: A Real-Time Prospective Study by M. Cazzato, G. Esposito, G. Galli, E. Pilozzi, E. Lahner, V. D. Corleto, A. Zullo, E. Di Giulio, B. Annibale

“…Evaluation of gastric mucosa in HR-white light was firstly performed, then with HR-NBI allowing to perform targeted biopsies on areas suspected for intestinal metaplasia; otherwise, biopsies were performed according to the updated Sydney System protocol and sent for histopathological evaluation. …”
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Gene networks and metabolomic screening analysis revealed specific pathways of amino acid and acylcarnitine profile alterations in blood plasma of patients with Parkinson’s disease... by A. A. Makarova, P. M. Melnikova, A. D. Rogachev, P. S. Demenkov, T. V. Ivanisenko, E. V. Predtechenskaya, S. Y. Karmanov, V. V. Koval, A. G. Pokrovsky, I. N. Lavrik, N. A. Kolchanov, V. A. Ivanisenko

“…To comprehensively analyze the pathophysiology of PD and VP, the methods of systems biology and gene network reconstruction are essential. …”
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Repressor Element 1 Silencing Transcription Factor (REST) Governs Microglia-Like BV2 Cell Migration via Progranulin (PGRN) by Tongya Yu, Yingying Lin, Yuzhen Xu, Yunxiao Dou, Feihong Wang, Hui Quan, Yanxin Zhao, Xueyuan Liu

“…And transwell coculture system was used to evaluate cell migration function of microglia-like BV2. …”
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Pharmacognostic analysis and antimalarial evaluation of quercetin in Ilex umbellulata bark using HPTLC, in vitro screening, molecular docking, and network pharmacology by James H. Zothantluanga, Dipak Chetia, Yasangam Umbon, T. C. Lalhriatpuii, Dhritiman Roy, Nidahun Lamare, Salem Lalvenhimi

“…Network pharmacology studies revealed that quercetin could potentially alleviate malaria mainly by inhibiting pro-inflammatory response through the action of IL-4, IL-10, and IL-13 and by triggering the immune system. Conclusions The pharmacognostic parameters of I. umbellulata bark may be used as quality control parameters to aid in identification and authentication and to prevent adulteration. …”
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Predictors of the Short‐Term Outcomes of Guillain–Barré Syndrome: Exploring Electrodiagnostic and Clinical Features by Yi‐Hsiang Chen, Chia‐Lun Wu, Wei‐Chieh Weng, Yi‐Chia Wei

“…ABSTRACT Background and Objectives Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS), an acute inflammatory disorder of the peripheral nervous system, is characterized by muscle weakness and paralysis. …”
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Fluorine‐Induced Lattice Oxygen Participation in 2D Layered Double Hydroxide/MXene Hybrids for Efficient Oxygen Evolution by Chengang Pei, Min‐Cheol Kim, Unbeom Baeck, Won Tae Hong, Jong Hun Kim, Hyungu Han, Jaekyum Kim, Sung Min Cho, Xu Yu, Jongwook Park, Ho Seok Park, Jung Kyu Kim

“…The water electrolyzer system with F‐LDH/MX as the anode offers the benchmark current density at a low cell voltage of 1.53 V, while the Zn‐air battery with F‐LDH/MX as the air electrode exhibits a higher power density of 75.43 mW cm−2. …”
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CO2 levels and SARS-CoV-2 transmission in public schools: A retrospective cohort study in Montreal (Canada) by Olivier Séguin, Dorra Ghorbal, Gabrielle Denault, Karine Trudeau, Patrick Poulin, Catherine Dea, Stéphane Perron

“…This study aims to evaluate the associations between ventilation system types, mid-class CO2 concentrations and SARS-CoV-2 transmission amongst Montreal's public school’s attendees during the 2020–2021 school year. …”
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Association of baseline and trajectory of triglyceride-glucose index with the incidence of cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy in type 2 diabetes mellitus by Qiong Huang, Wenbin Nan, Baimei He, Zhenhua Xing, Zhenyu Peng

“…Abstract Background Cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy (CAN), characterized by disrupted autonomic regulation of the cardiovascular system, is a frequent complication associated with diabetes. …”
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Management and Outcome of Parathyroid Carcinoma-Induced Primary Hyperparathyroidism: A Single-Centre Experience by Loredana De Pasquale, Antonio Mario Bulfamante, Giovanni Felisati, Luca Castellani, Giorgio Ghilardi, Alberto Maria Saibene

“…One patient was classed as high risk based on the Schulte classification system. All patients treated for PC were alive and disease-free at a mean follow-up of 38.4 months. …”
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