Is a thermal pulsation system (LipiFlow) effective as a standalone treatment for meibomian gland dysfunction and dry eye? A systematic review and meta-analysis by Kai-Yang Chen, Hoi-Chun Chan, Chi-Ming Chan

“…Meta-analyses were conducted using a random-effects model, and heterogeneity was assessed using I ² statistics. …”
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Identification of potentially effective drugs for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease against liver cirrhosis: In-silico drug repositioning-based retrospective cohort study by Chae Won Lee, Eun Seok Kang, Seogsong Jeong, Hyun Wook Han

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Protective effect of exercise on animals with sepsis: a systematic review of the existing literature by Na Yang, Nan Jiang, Chunming Shen, Ming Gao, Qian Tong, Jian Sun

“…Abstract Background Sepsis often led to multiple organ dysfunction (MODS) and even death. Although a variety of medicine were used to treat sepsis in clinic, there was still no specific and effective clinical medicine treatment. …”
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Research Progress on Mitochondrial Protective Effects of Plant Polyphenols by Yuxin LIU, Ru JIA, Annan WU, Quanhong LI, Xiaojun LIAO, Jing ZHAO

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Methods for diagnosing endothelial dysfunction by A. V. Shabrov, A. S. Galenko, Yu. P. Uspensky, K. A. Loseva

“…Endothelial dysfunction as a crucial factor in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases requires precise and effective diagnostic methods. …”
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ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION IN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS by Константин Александрович Бурдин, Павел Сергеевич Кызласов, Алексей Георгиевич Мартов, Юрий Дмитриевич Удалов, Евгений Владимирович Помешкин, Максим Васильевич Забелин

“…The article presents the analysis of the world data on the recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of erectile dysfunction in patients with multiple sclerosis. As advanced diagnostics, early detection in combination with effective medication allow these people to maintain a good quality and high standard of living.…”
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PLEIOTROPIC EFFECT OF NEBIVOLOL: RECENT DATA by O. Yu. Shaydyuk, E. O. Taratukhin

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Sexual dysfunction in anxiety disorders by M. I. Yagubov, I. Yu. Kan, N. V. Dobaeva, I. R. Ayriyants

“…However, untimely detection of sexual dysfunctions can reduce adherence and effectiveness of therapy.Materials and methods. …”
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The pharmacological management of erectile dysfunction by Andre Marais

“…The inability to attain or maintain a penile erection sufficient for sexual intercourse is a common problem experienced by a third of men over the age of 40 years. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a debilitating disease which can have profound psychological effects on personal relationships and the social well-being of the affected individual. …”
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DELIVERY AND PELVIC FLOOR DYSFUNCTION by Nezihe Kızılkaya Beji, Elif Zahide Çelebi, Nilgün Avcı

“…Urinary incontinence, anal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and sexual dysfunction are included in the definition of pelvic floor dysfunction. …”
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THE EFFECT OF BLADDER PAIN SYNDROME/INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS ON PARTNER SEXUAL FUNCTIONS by Kubilay Sarıkaya, Çağrı Şenocak, Muhammed Arif İbiş, Fahri Erkan Sadioğlu, Mehmet Çiftçi, Ömer Faruk Bozkurt

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Interventional effects of exercise on neuropathy in patients with diabetes: a systematic review with meta-analysis by Vanphuc Nguyen, Quangngoc Dinh, Fen Yu, Shuqi Jia, Xing Wang

“…Abstract Objective This study aims to systematically evaluate the effects of exercise interventions on neurological dysfunction in diabetic patients, addressing inconsistencies in existing research. …”
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Predictive value of asprosin combined with LAP for metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease in the physical examination population by Dan Lv, Zepu Wang, Yan Li, Shuchun Chen, Letian Li

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Association Between Treatment of Childhood Cancer and Its Late Effects on Gonadal or Growth Function in Childhood Cancer Survivors: A Retrospective Observational Study by Ryuta Urakawa, Amane Noi, Hiroto Kageyama, Mikiko Ueda, Yoshiko Hashii, Kenji Ikeda

“…Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the association between childhood cancer treatment and late effects on gonadal or growth function. Results Of the 191 eligible patients, 83 (43.5%) developed gonadal dysfunction and 38 (19.9%) developed growth dysfunction. …”
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Protective Effect of Tiger Nut (Cyperus Esculentus) Against Monosodium Glutamate-Induced Reproductive Dysfunction in Male Wistar Rats by Abraham Akinyemi, Olumide Ajani, Olumide Akinniyi

“…Future research should explore long-term effects and cellular mechanisms.…”
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Effect of Sustained Translatory Joint-play Techniques Combined with Stretching Technique on Shoulder Dysfunction after Rotator Cuff Injury by Mingliang JIN, Hua YUAN, Xiang MU, Qiang DUAN, Xu HU, Zhongqi LU

“…Objective:To investigate effects of sustained translatory joint-play techniques combined with stretching technique on the patients with shoulder dysfunction after rotator cuff injury.Methods:Thirty-six patients with shoulder dysfunction after rotator cuff injury were divided into control group and treatment group according to the random number table, with 18 cases in each group. …”
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Randomized controlled effect of treadmill walking exercise on liver enzymes, psychological burden, and erectile dysfunction in men with hepatitis C by Ali Ismail, Nadia Saad Sayed Ahmed El Gressy, Mona Darwish Hegazy, Ahmed Mohamed Abdel-Halim Elfahl, Omnia Saeed Mahmoud Ahmed

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Effect of Acupuncturing Zhaohai with Reducing Approach and Shenmai with Reinforcing Approach on Patients with Post-stroke Lower Limb Balance Dysfunction by Jian WANG, Xiaoxuan ZHOU, Juanjuan YAO

“…Objective:To observe the effect of acupuncturing Zhaohai and Shenmai on lower limb balance function of stroke patients.Methods:80 stroke patients with lower limb balance dysfunction were randomly assigned to the treatment group and control group, with 40 patients in each group. …”
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REDOX Imbalance and Oxidative Stress in the Intervertebral Disc: The Effect of Mechanical Stress and Cigarette Smoking on ER Stress and Mitochondrial Dysfunction by Hui Li, Joshua Kelley, Yiqing Ye, Zhi-Wei Ye, Danyelle M. Townsend, Jie Zhang, Yongren Wu

“…Given the unique microenvironment of the intervertebral disc (IVD)—characterized by hypoxia, glucose starvation, and region-specific cellular heterogeneity—the differential effects of environmental stressors on distinct IVD cell populations require further investigation. …”
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Feasibility and Preliminary Effects of Acupuncture for Cognitive Dysfunction in Diverse Cancer Survivors: A Pilot, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial by Xiaotong Li, Kaitlin Lampson, Tim A. Ahles, James C. Root, Q. Susan Li, Yuelin Li, Anam Ahsan, Jun J. Mao, Kevin T. Liou

“…(1) Background: This pilot study evaluates the feasibility and preliminary effects of acupuncture for cancer-related cognitive dysfunction (CRCD) in cancer survivors. (2) Methods: A randomized trial comparing real acupuncture (RA) to sham acupuncture (SA) and waitlist control (WLC) among cancer survivors reporting cognitive difficulties. …”
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