Impact of type 2 diabetes mellitus on low-grade inflammation in patients with ST-elevated myocardial infarction by M.V. Bielinskyi, N.M. Seredyuk, A.I. Vytryhovskiy, V.D. Koroliuk

“…In summary, the findings from the study provide compelling evidence to support the notion that patients who suffer from both STEM and T2DM exhibit a more robust inflammatory response and higher platelet count, compared to those with STEMI alone. …”
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Hip Adduction and Abduction Strength Profiles Among Bantam, High School, Juniors, and Collegiate American Ice Hockey Players by Morgan L. Olson, Gary Schindler

“…Results align well with previously established cross-sectional data from Australian football, with ratios of 103% in high school players, 107% in semi-professional players, and 113% in collegiate players. # Level of Evidence Level 3…”
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Sensitive windows for within- and trans-generational plasticity of anti-predator defences by Tariel-Adam, Juliette, Luquet, Émilien, Plénet, Sandrine

“…However, the sensitive window also persisted until late developmental stages for some defences, providing evidence that the early-life is not the only sensitive window as empirical and theoretical studies often state. …”
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Safety and efficacy of edoxaban monotherapy after bioabsorbable polymer everolimus-eluting stent implantation in a human-like coronary atherosclerotic porcine model by Daisuke Kitano, Suguru Migita, Yuxin Li, Yutaka Koyama, Katsunori Fukumoto, Sayaka Shimodai-Yamada, Akira Onishi, Daiichiro Fuchimoto, Shunichi Suzuki, Yoshiyuki Nakamura, Atsushi Hirayama, Hiroyuki Hao, Yasuo Okumura

“…These results provide important preclinical evidence supporting the potential of DOAC monotherapy as an antithrombotic strategy after DES implantation and warrant further investigation in clinical trials.…”
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Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of Camellia sinensis L. extract as a potential therapeutic for atopic dermatitis through NF-κB pathway inhibition by Min Jung Kim, Ye Jin Yang, Ga-Yul Min, Ji Woong Heo, Jae Dong Son, Young Zoo You, Hun Hwan Kim, Gon Sup Kim, Hu-Jang Lee, Ju-Hye Yang, Kwang Il Park

“…Thus, based on this evidence, the authors suggest that CSE should be studied further for its anti-inflammatory activities and topical application in the treatment of AD.…”
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Palmitic Acid Methyl Ester Induces G2/M Arrest in Human Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells via the p53/p21 Pathway by Jian-Hong Lin, Pei-Ching Ting, Wen-Sen Lee, Hung-Wen Chiu, Chun-An Chien, Chin-Hung Liu, Li-Yi Sun, Kun-Ta Yang

“…Bone marrow-derived mesenchymal cells (BM-MSCs) are able to differentiate into adipocytes, which can secrete adipokines to affect BM-MSC proliferation and differentiation. Recent evidences indicated that adipocytes can secrete fatty acid metabolites, such as palmitic acid methyl ester (PAME), which is able to cause vasorelaxation and exerts anti-inflammatory effects. …”
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Effect of Sex and Lateral Ankle Sprain History on Dorsiflexion Range Of Motion Asymmetry During the Weight Bearing Lunge Test by kathrine P Cady, Mark De Ste Croix, Martine Deighan

“…The results also indicate that interlimb asymmetries in DFROM are present in athletes, therefore practitioners should exercise caution when using bilateral comparisons in injury and return to play assessments. # Level of Evidence 2b.…”
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IMPLICITINĖ PREDIKATO KVANTIFIKACIJA IR PORT ROYALIO LOGIKA by Laisvūnas Šopauskas

“…The conclusions of this investigation are following: first, it is possible to attribute to Arnauld and Nicole negation of the IQP thesis and the thesis of analogous structure – thesis of implicit quantification of the subject; second, chapters of Port-Royal logic discussing conversion provide the evidence not for attribution of IQP thesis, but only for the attribution of a weaker proposition and, third, William Hamilton should be held to be the first adherent of IQP thesis. …”
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Machine Learning and Intelligent Diagnostics in Dental and Orofacial Pain Management: A Systematic Review by Taseef Hasan Farook, Nafij Bin Jamayet, Johari Yap Abdullah, Mohammad Khursheed Alam

“…The risk of bias was assessed by JBI-DTA critical appraisal, and certainty of the evidence was evaluated using the GRADE approach. Information regarding the quantification method of dental pain and disease, the conditional characteristics of both training and test data cohort in the machine learning, diagnostic outcomes, and diagnostic test comparisons with clinicians, where applicable, were extracted. …”
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Quantifying the Burden of Shoulder and Hip Pain In Water Polo Players Across Different Playing Levels by Michael Girdwood, Marilyn Webster

“…Future research should determine whether any modifiable risk factors exist that may reduce the burden of injury in this population. # Level of Evidence 2b…”
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Does Health System Responsiveness Differ between Insured and Uninsured Outpatients in Primary Health Care Facilities in Asagirt District, Ethiopia? A Cross-Sectional Study by Wubshet Debebe Negash, Asmamaw Atnafu, Desale Bihonegn Asmamaw, Chalie Tadie Tsehay

“…An effective designation of health facilities improves the facility’s ability to respond to patients’ legitimate expectations. Limited evidence exists regarding the association between health system responsiveness and financial fairness in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Ethiopia. …”
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Systematic review of the application of the Kidney Failure Risk Equation and Oxford classification in estimating prognosis in IgA Nephropathy by M. P. Toal, R. Fergie, M. P. Quinn, C. J. Hill, C. O’Neill, A. P. Maxwell

“…Conclusion There is currently insufficient evidence to compare the accuracy of the KFRE and OC in determining outcomes in IgAN. …”
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Procedural sedative effect of remimazolam in ICU patients on invasive mechanical ventilation: a randomised, prospective study by Youli Tian, Jintong Li, Minggen Jin, YiHua Piao, Jisheng Sheng, Zhixiong Mei, Qingsong Cui, Lilin Li

“…Conclusion Remimazolam is a novel benzodiazepine that has demonstrated promising applications in general anaesthesia and procedural sedation; however, its use in ICU sedation is still in the early stages of research. Current evidence suggests that remimazolam is a safe sedative that is particularly well suited for patients with haemodynamic instability. …”
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Flexor-Pronator Mass Training Exercises Selectively Activate Forearm Musculature by Takumi Fukunaga, Connor Fedge, Timothy Tyler, Michael Mullaney, Brandon Schmitt, Karl Orishimo, Malachy McHugh, Stephen Nicholas

“…Training this muscle group is essential for overhead athletes, however, there is lack of evidence supporting use of training exercises. The purpose of this study was to measure the extent of EMG activity of the flexor pronator musculature during two distinct forearm strengthening exercises using resistance bands. …”
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What are parents' preferences for Human Papillomavirus vaccination promotion messages and communication? Application of a discrete choice experiment to a French Caribbean setting by Frédérique G. E. Dorleans, Jonathan Sicsic, Valérie Henry, Isabelle Bonmarin, Gwladys Nadia Gbaguidi, Lucie Leon, Jocelyn Raude, Jacques Rosine, Judith E. Mueller

“…For vaccine eagerness, we observe significant positive effects of communication content overall when stating high vaccination uptake in adolescents or scientific evidence along with age or mentioning cancer prevention. …”
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NCAPD3-mediated ferroptosis of 2,3,5,4’-Tetrahydroxystilbene-2-O-β-D-glucoside inhibits proliferation in T47D cells by Jianfen Shen, Shuo Zhang, Shuo Zhang, Yan Song, Yan Song, Leiming Yang, Leiming Yang, Qi Huang, Qi Huang, Pengyu Wang, Pengyu Wang, Youzhi Zhang, Youzhi Zhang

“…ObjectiveNon-SMC condensin II complex subunit D3 (NCAPD3) has recently been demonstrated as a crucial oncogenic factor, nevertheless, the biological role of NCAPD3 in the pathogenesis of breast cancer has not been elucidated. Evidence suggests that targeting ferroptosis can inhibit the progression of breast cancer. …”
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The role of solar thermal hydrogen production technologies in future energy solutions: A review by Md. Shameem Hossain, Md. Nasirul Islam, Khaza Shahriar, Mohammad Mujtaba Hasan, Md. Sohag Hossain

“…The work utilizes a systematic review approach by examining the evidence from the published literature and databases limited to solar thermal hydrogen production technologies. …”
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Microplastics: A threat to Fetoplacental unit and Reproductive systems by Abass Toba Anifowoshe, Md Noor Akhtar, Abisola Majeed, Asem Sanjit Singh, Toyyibah Funmilayo Ismail, Upendra Nongthomba

“…Traditionally viewed as a protective barrier safeguarding the fetus, emerging evidence suggests that the placenta may also act as a site for the accumulation of plastic particles, thereby compromising its function. …”
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Augmented Feedback Response Prediction by Peak Vertical Ground Reaction Force in Adolescent Female Athletes by Hannah Jaime, Drew Rutherford, Becky Heinert, C. Nate Vannatta, Sherwin Toribio, Thomas W Kernozek

“…Assessing initial response to training may be necessary to more accurately identify individuals most likely to benefit from augmented feedback training and who may require further evaluation and training. # Level of Evidence 2b…”
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Comparison of Endogenous Endophthalmitis in Patients with and Without COVID-19 Infection by Ehsan Namvar, Mehdi Moallem, Mehrdad Afarid, Alireza Bolkheir

“…Patients were divided into 2 groups: (i) the case group (EE patients with confirmed COVID-19 infection; n = 7) and (ii) the control group (EE patients without a history or evidence of COVID-19 infection; n = 7). Age, sex, presenting and final visual acuity, systemic diseases and risk factors for EE, anterior segment and fundus findings, hospitalization due to COVID-19, intensive care unit (ICU) admission, systemic steroid therapy, results of the sepsis workup, causative microorganism, types of treatment (pars plana vitrectomy vs. intravitreal or antifungal antibiotics), and follow-up period were recorded. …”
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