Impairment of White Matter Microstructure in Alcohol Use Disorders and Its Association With Symptoms by Shuqi He, Qinghui Zhang, Li Wan, Yang Liu

“…Background: Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a global health concern, with alcohol abuse leading to structural damage to white matter (WM) fiber tracts, which are crucial for cognitive and emotional functions. …”
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Clinical utility of echocardiography in internal medicine: a narrative review by Nicola Mumoli, Stefania Marengo

“… Echocardiography has emerged as an invaluable tool in internal medicine, providing real-time, non-invasive evaluation of cardiac structure and function. Its clinical utility spans a wide range of applications, including the diagnosis and management of heart failure, valvular heart diseases, and cardiomyopathies, as well as systemic conditions like sepsis and chronic kidney disease. …”
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A review of the complex interplay between chemoresistance and lncRNAs in lung cancer by Ghaliah Obaid Alnefaie

“…The mechanisms by which lncRNAs affect chemoresistance include the modulation of gene expression, chromatin structure, microRNA interactions, and signaling pathways. …”
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Retinal degenerative diseases: role of dietary supplements in retinal health by D. Mohan Kumar, Priti Talwar

“…Dietary supplements have been proposed as an ideal source for preventing retinal degeneration, especially supplements containing significant levels of antioxidants that help to reduce the damage to retinal cells. Notably, dietary interventions with carotenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals have shown positive effects in both preclinical and clinical studies by preserving the retinal structure, revitalizing retinal health, delaying disease progression, and improving visual function. …”
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Recent advances in dermal fibroblast senescence and skin aging: unraveling mechanisms and pioneering therapeutic strategies by Li Nan, Pengchao Guo, Wang Hui, Fang Xia, Chenggang Yi

“…However, their dysfunction contributes to structural deterioration, chronic inflammation, and impaired regenerative capacity. …”
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Mechanism and Treatment of Right Ventricular Failure Due to Pulmonary Hypertension in Children by Bibhuti B. Das

“…RVF is a clinical syndrome resulting from complex structural and functional remodeling of the right heart, leading to inadequate pulmonary circulation, reduced cardiac output, and elevated venous pressure. …”
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In situ optical mapping of voltage and calcium in the heart. by Peter Lee, Fouad Taghavi, Ping Yan, Paul Ewart, Euan A Ashley, Leslie M Loew, Peter Kohl, Christian Bollensdorff, Christopher E Woods

“…Optical mapping of cardiac electrophysiology combines high spatiotemporal resolution of anatomy and physiological function with fast and simultaneous data acquisition. …”
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Between Aesthetics and Politics in Climate Activism: A Material-Discursive Analysis of the A22 Network by Elmira Sharipova

“…Drawing on the theoretical contributions of Gregory Sholette, Boris Groys, and Jacques Rancière, the article addresses the structural tension between the transformative function and the spectacular neutralization of activist art, exploring the concepts of “bare art” and defunctionalizing aestheticization. …”
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Gpbar1-mediated SIRT1-PGC-1α axis maintains mitochondrial homeostasis and mitigates renal injury in obstructive jaundice by Mingchen Li, Kai Luo, Xu Sun, Yuting Zhao, Haiyang Chen, Courtney Quan, Caiming Xu, Guixin Zhang

“…In the rat OJ model, the model group exhibited injury-related pathological changes compared to control group. Liver and kidney function markers and TUNEL-positive cells significantly increased, and structural and functional damage in the kidneys occurred. …”
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Vaginal microbiota transplantation alleviates vaginal atrophy in ovariectomized mice by Zhonglei Xu, Qiyin Zhu, Junchi Zou, Yun Lu, LiMing Wang, Qianli Zou, Wenyan Wang

“…There were also significant differences in the structure and metabolites of VM. Vaginal transplantation of microbiota from ovary-intact mice significantly alleviated the vaginal atrophy of ovariectomized mice and altered the structure and metabolism of VM. …”
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Gut-Microbiota-Driven Lipid Metabolism: Mechanisms and Applications in Swine Production by Shuqi Xiong

“…<b>Results:</b> This review outlines the structural and functional roles of lipids in bacterial membranes and examines the influence of gut microbiota on the metabolism of key lipid classes, including cholesterol, bile acids, choline, sphingolipids, and fatty acids. …”
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Multifaceted roles of Galectins: from carbohydrate binding to targeted cancer therapy by Nan Zhang, Qiao Liu, Daihan Wang, Xiaoyun Wang, Zhaoping Pan, Bo Han, Gu He

“…The capacity of Galectins to engage in multivalent interactions allows them to regulate a variety of signaling pathways, thereby affecting cell fate and function. In cancer, Galectins contribute to tumor cell transformation, angiogenesis, immune evasion, and metastasis, making them critical targets for therapeutic intervention. …”
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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: An Essential Tool in Diagnosing Patellar Tendon Injuries by Robert C. Manske, Phil Page, Michael Voight, Chris Wolfe

“…It allows for accurate visualization of the patellar tendon's structure and function, thereby facilitating the identification of pathological changes such as thickening, thinning, or disruption which aids in diagnosing conditions such as tendonitis, partial tears, and ruptures. …”
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Androgens as the “old age stick” in skeletal muscle by Giulia Gentile, Ferdinando De Stefano, Carmela Sorrentino, Rosa D’Angiolo, Carmine Lauretta, Pia Giovannelli, Antimo Migliaccio, Gabriella Castoria, Marzia Di Donato

“…Abstract Aging is associated with a reduction in skeletal muscle fiber size and number, leading to a decline in physical function and structural integrity—a condition known as sarcopenia. …”
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Beyond the Neuron: The Integrated Role of Glia in Psychiatric Disorders by André Demambre Bacchi

“…In addition to their structural role, these cells actively modulate neurotransmitter homeostasis and influence neuronal plasticity, thereby affecting cognition, mood, and behavior. …”
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‘Time is of the essence’: upper-body aerobic exercise to improve cardiovascular health during inpatient rehabilitation within the first year following spinal cord injury – protocol... by Samuel J E Lucas, Tom E Nightingale, Naveen Kumar, Shin-Yi Chiou, Afroditi Stathi, Manish Kalla, Daniel D Hodgkiss, Shane J T Balthazaar, Aheed E F Osman, Srinivasa C Budithi, Joy Roy Chowdhury

“…Secondary outcomes include assessments of (1) blood biomarkers linked to CVD, (2) cardiac structure and function, (3) extracranial vasculature, (4) HRQOL, (5) cognitive function, (6) physical activity level, (7) cardiorespiratory fitness, (8) motor function and (9) feasibility outcomes. …”
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Evidence Based of Swallowing Therapy for Post-Stroke Dysphagia: a Literature Review by Anna Kurnia, Yunie Armiyati, Khoiriyah Khoiriyah

“…Swallowing exercises are effective in supporting the recovery of post-stroke dysphagia. These interventions are recommended as integral components of structured dysphagia rehabilitation programs.…”
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Left amygdala alterations mediate the effects of negative symptoms on social dysfunction in schizophrenia by Jin Fang, Yunshan Hu, Yan Li, Chaoran Wu, Yiding Lv, Xiaowei Tang, Xinyu Fang, Xiangrong Zhang, Chao Zhou

“…This study investigated whether structural and functional alterations in the AMYG mediate the effects of negative symptoms on social functioning in SCZ. …”
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Fermented foods affect the seasonal stability of gut bacteria in an Indian rural population by Kumaraswamy Jeyaram, Leo Lahti, Sebastian Tims, Hans G. H. J. Heilig, Antonie H. van Gelder, Willem M. de Vos, Hauke Smidt, Erwin G. Zoetendal

“…Abstract The effect of fermented foods on healthy human gut microbiota structure and function, particularly its seasonal preference and frequent long-term consumption, has been largely uncharacterised. …”
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Applicability of the decomposed theory of planned behavior for the evaluation of community-dwelling older adults’ acceptance in continuous usage of robot-assisted board games for c... by Chiu-Mieh Huang, Su-Fei Huang, Yu-Ting Chen, Ching-Hao Chang, Hsiu-Chun Chien, Ying-Jie Chang, Kuei-Yu Huang, Jong-Long Guo

“…Background Improving cognitive function in healthy older adults is a global concern. …”
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