Efficacy of external warming in attenuation of hypothermia in surgical patients by Zeba Snježana, Šurbatović Maja, Marjanović Milan, Jevđić Jasna, Hajduković Zoran, Karkalić Radovan, Jovanović Dalibor, Radaković Sonja

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of external warming system in alleviation of cold stress and hypothermia in patients who underwent major surgical procedures. Methods. The study was conducted in the Military Medical Academy in Belgrade. …”
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Construction of a Nomogram Model for Predicting Prognosis in Breast Cancer Patients Based on the Expression of THRSP and ACACA Proteins Tissues by Wei B, Li F, Yan H, Shen J

“…In addition, a nomogram model to predict the prognosis of breast cancer patients was constructed in this study.Methods: Retrospective analysis of 202 cases of breast cancer patients who underwent surgical treatment in our hospital from October 2019 to March 2021, and collection of patients’ cancer tissues and non-Tumor tissue specimens. …”
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Development and Evaluation of Aloperine-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for the Treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension by Liu H, Liu S, Ma P, Ma L, Liu Y, Zhao F, Zhou R

“…Hui Liu,1,* Siyun Liu,1,* Pengsheng Ma,1 Long Ma,1 Yuxin Liu,1 Fang Zhao,2 Ru Zhou1,3,4 1School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China; 2General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China; 3NHC Key Laboratory of Metabolic Cardiovascular Diseases Research, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China; 4Ningxia Characteristic Traditional Chinese Medicine Modernization Engineering Technology Research Center, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Ru Zhou, School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Xingqing, Ningxia, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China, Email zhou-ru926@163.com Fang Zhao, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Xingqing, Ningxia, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China, Email ysj119zf@163.comObjective: This study focuses on the development and evaluation of nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs) loaded with aloperine as a potential therapeutic approach for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.Methods: The NLCs were designed to enhance the solubility, stability, and bioavailability of aloperine, a compound with vasodilatory and anti-inflammatory properties. …”
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The Prevalence, Characteristics, and Factors Associated with Chinese Herbal Medicine Use Among Chinese Middle-Aged and Older Adults with Chronic Lung Disease: A Cross-Sectional Stu... by Tian H, Zhu X, Liu H, Liao Y, Cui K, Liu J, Gong X

“…This study aims to examine the prevalence and influencing factors of CHM use among middle-aged Chinese patients with CLD.Patients and Methods: The data analyzed in this study were extracted from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study in 2018. …”
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Study of the Chemical Composition and Anti-Inflammatory Mechanism of Shiyiwei Golden Pill Based on UPLC-Q-TOF/MS and Network Pharmacology by Han C, Chen J, Shen C, Liang Q, An Y, Zhou C, Liu K, Xia Q, He Q, Zhang H

“…This study aimed to investigate the chemical composition and anti-inflammatory effects of SYW, as well as its potential mechanisms.Methods: The components of SYW were identified using ultrahigh-performance liquid chromatography with quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-Q-TOF/MS). …”
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Behavioral Changes During COVID-19 Omicron Variant Infection on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in China by Ye F, Hou X, Chen J, Qin H, Xu X, Liu D, Liu J, Sun Q, Liu H, Hu F, Zhou Y, Xu P, Zhang Q

“…Fang Ye,1,* Xiaonan Hou,1,* Jie Chen,1 Hui Qin,1 Xiaojing Xu,1 Die Liu,1 Jing Liu,2 Qi Sun,1 Haiyan Liu,3 Fang Hu,4 Yuwan Zhou,5 Pengfei Xu,1,* Qi Zhang1,* 1Department of Pediatrics, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 2Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Pediatrics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi an, People’s Republic of China; 4Guangzhou Women and Children’s Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, 510623, People’s Republic of China; 5Department of Prevention Care, The First People’s Hospital of Yunnan Province, The Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, Yunnan, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Pengfei Xu; Qi Zhang, Department of Pediatrics, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, No. 2 East Yinghua Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100029, People’s Republic of China, Email xpf@263.net; zhangqi0355@sina.comPurpose: The objective of this study was to investigate the behavioral changes in the core features and challenging behaviors of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during the COVID-19 Omicron wave (from December 2022 to January 2023) in China.Patients and Methods: A total of 515 caregivers of children with ASD completed an online survey. …”
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Prevalence and Molecular Characteristics of 16S rRNA Methylase Genes in Clinical Isolates of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacterales by Li C, Zhang F, Li G, Wang W

“…Caiyun Li,1,* Fa Zhang,1,* Gang Li,2,3 Wen Wang2,3 1Department of Clinical Laboratory, Nanjing Pukou People’s Hospital, Nanjing, 211800, People’s Republic of China; 2Center of Medical Laboratory, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China; 3Ningxia Key Laboratory of Clinical and Pathogenic Microbiology, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, 750004, People’s Republic of China*These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Wen Wang, Email 42170662@qq.comObjective: To analyze the prevalence and molecular characteristics of 16S rRNA methylase genes in clinical isolates of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales, for clinical doctors provide a reference basis for the rational use of drugs.Methods: The Enterobacterales isolated from our hospital from 2020 to 2022 were selected and identified by VITEK 2 Compact automatic bacterial identification instrument. …”
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Assessing Racial and Gender Disparities in Asthma Education, Knowledge, and Healthcare Access Among Adolescents by Abballe A, Forman A, Jamet KE, Pant J

“…The goal is to identify gaps in asthma education and knowledge, as well as other barriers that may contribute to the underdiagnosis of asthma within these groups.Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional survey included adolescents aged 10– 18 years, with responses collected through Qualtrics. …”
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Level of physical activity of students from the police force academy in Bratislava by Gabriel Bujdos, Štefan Adamčák, Michal Marko, Anna Kozaňáková

“…The results of the questionnaire were later compared based on the participants gender and analysed using homogeneity test of two independent samples, two-sample t-test with equality and inequality of variances and the chi-square test at the level of significance p < 0.01 or p < 0.05. …”
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Compound Probiotics Improve Neuropathic Pain Prognosis in a Murine Model of Chronic Constriction Injury by Wang X, Chen Y, Qian S, Kong J, Su Z, Wang Q, Liao L

“…This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of compound probiotic treatment on neuropathic pain.Methods: Thirty mice were randomly divided into three groups: 1) sham group, 2) mouse with chronic constrictive injury (CCI), and 3) probiotic gavage with CCI (CCI+Prob). …”
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Effect of Outdoor Cycling, Virtual and Enhanced Reality Indoor Cycling on Heart Rate, Motivation, Enjoyment and Intention to Perform Green Exercise in Healthy Adults by Luca Poli, Gianpiero Greco, Michele Gabriele, Ilaria Pepe, Claudio Centrone, Stefania Cataldi, Francesco Fischetti

“…No significant differences were found between VRC and ERC in promoting intentions for outdoor activities, suggesting both technologies could be equally effective.…”
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Investigation of the Influence of Deletional and Non-Deletional Hemoglobin H Disease on Pregnancy Outcomes by Zhao KS, Pan QA, Yang HY, Su JY, Deng L

“…Kai Sun Zhao,1,&ast; Qiao Ai Pan,2,&ast; Hong Yan Yang,2 Jun You Su,2 Li Deng2 1Department of Obstetrics, The Second Nanning People’s Hospital (The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University), Nanning, Guangxi, 530031, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Obstetrics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530007, People’s Republic of China&ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Li Deng; Junyou Su, Department of Obstetrics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, No. 166, Daxuedong Road, Xixiangtang District, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 13877105871 ; +86 15277199813, Email dengli@gxmu.edu.cn; sujunyou@sr.gxmu.edu.cnObjective: The study aimed to provide clinical evidence regarding the perinatal management of HbH disease by comparing and analyzing blood routine, anemia characteristics, and their influence on pregnancy outcomes in patients with common deletional and non-deletional HbH disease at various pregnancy stages.Patients and Methods: From May 2017 to October 2023, a comparative analysis was conducted on pregnant women undergoing treatment at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University and the Second Nanning People’s Hospital. …”
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Stress, Cortisol, and Lipid Profiles Among Rwandan Undergraduate Students: A Cross-Sectional Study by Mushumba P, Uwineza DN, Nsanzimana V, Mapira HT, Gori E, Musarurwa C

“…This study aimed to investigate the relationship between serum cortisol levels, lipid profiles, and stress among undergraduate students at the University of Rwanda’s Huye Campus.Methods: A cross-sectional study recruited 247 undergraduate students using stratified sampling. …”
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Massa Medicata Fermentata treated spleen deficiency constipation by mediating intestinal microbiota and serum peptide by Kangxiao Guo, Kangxiao Guo, Yuan Tang, Tao Yang, Yongwang Yan

“…After the model was finished, CG was infused with 0.15 g/mL Massa Medicata Fermentata water infusion at a dose of 4 g/(kg·day), twice a day, at 0.4 mL. An equal amount of distilled water was infused in CC and CM for 7 days. …”
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Opening wedge high tibial osteotomy yields comparable to superior outcomes to unicompartmental knee arthroplasty at 2 years of follow‐up in patients suffering from Ahlbäck III knee... by Shintaro Onishi, Christophe Jacquet, Hiroshi Nakayama, Jean Noël Argenson, Matthieu Ollivier

“…Conclusions OWHTO can provide outcomes equal to or better than UKA at 24 months post‐operatively in patients with advanced knee OA. …”
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The Pendulum of Adherence: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis of Psoriasis Treatment Discontinuation by Xiao Z, Jiang Y, Samah NA, Zhou H, Wang J

“…Frequent treatment discontinuation often results in disease recurrence and poorer health outcomes, highlighting the need for a comprehensive understanding of psoriasis patients&amp;rsquo; lived experiences concerning treatment adherence.Methods: A phenomenological research approach was employed to explore psoriasis patients&amp;rsquo; lived experiences concerning treatment adherence. …”
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Exploring Factors Influencing Dietary Management in Chinese Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Based on the COM-B Model: A Qualitative Study by Zhang N, Fan S, Wang S, Zhao Y, Liu H, Wei Y, Li Z, Wang W, Liu F

“…Given this knowledge gap, we aimed to explore the factors influencing dietary management in patients with chronic kidney disease based on the capability, opportunity, motivation, and behavior (COM-B) model and provide culturally suitable insights for the creation of focused interventions.Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted between September and November 2024 at the Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Central Hospital of Jiangnan University, with 45 participants, including 19 patients with chronic kidney disease, 10 caregivers, and 16 healthcare professionals. …”
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A Retrospective Study on the Effect of STA Anesthesia Technique in the Extraction of Impacted Teeth in Dental Outpatients and Its Impact on Patient Anxiety Levels by Xu J, Su J, Liu G, Ying W, Yuan F

“…Jie Xu,1,&amp;ast; Junsen Su,1,&amp;ast; Guangfeng Liu,2 Wanggui Ying,3 Fang Yuan4 1Department of Stomatology, High-Tech District, Jinan Stomatological Hospital, Jinan, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Stomatology, Wendeng Hospital of Traditional Chinese Orthopedics and Traumatology of Shandong Province, Weihai, Shandong, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Stomatology, Shungeng District, Jinan Stomatological Hospital, Jinan, People’s Republic of China; 4Department of Prosthodontics, Jinan Stomatological Hospital, Jinan, People’s Republic of China&amp;ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Wanggui Ying, Email ywy117@126.com Fang Yuan, Email ynfm053@163.comObjective: To analyze the effect of the Single Tooth Anesthesia (STA) technique in dental outpatient patients undergoing the extraction of impacted teeth and its impact on patient anxiety levels.Methods: This retrospective study included clinical data from 130 patients who underwent the extraction of a single mandibular impacted tooth in our dental outpatient department between April 2022 and June 2024. …”
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Synaptic Structure and Transcriptomic Profiling of Reward and Sensory Brain Areas in Male Mice of Fentanyl Addiction by Feng J, Xu N, Wang L, Wang H, Zhou Y, Shen Q

“…The side effects of fentanyl abuse have been well recognized, yet the underlying molecular adaptations across brain regions upon fentanyl exposure remain elusive.Methods: The transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and next-generation RNA-sequencing (RNA-seq) were used to investigate the ultrastructure synaptic alterations and transcriptional profiling changes of reward and sensory brain regions in mice after fentanyl exposure.Results: The naloxone-precipitated acute withdrawal symptoms were observed in mice exposed to fentanyl. …”
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Research Trends and Hotspots of Acupuncture Therapy on Allergic Diseases From 2004 to 2024: A Bibliometric Analysis by Lv Y, Jiang Z, Zhang J, Zheng X, Tian X, Liu J, Yang J

“…Yanrong Lv,1,&amp;ast; Ziyi Jiang,1,&amp;ast; Jingwen Zhang,2 Xiaoyan Zheng,1 Xiaoping Tian,1 Jia Liu,2 Jie Yang1,2 1Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West China Second University Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China&amp;ast;These authors contributed equally to this workCorrespondence: Jie Yang, Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 37 Shierqiao Road, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610075, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 13882296714, Email jenny_yang_jie@126.com Jia Liu, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West China Second University Hospital of Sichuan University, 24, Southern Section1, 1st Ringroad, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China, Email 5214400@qq.comBackground: Over the past two decades, acupuncture has increasingly been applied in the treatment of allergic diseases, with a corresponding increase in the number of published articles.Objective: To investigate the hotspots and frontiers of global scientific output in acupuncture research for allergic diseases over the past two decades.Methods: The Web of Science Core Collection was used to collect literature on acupuncture therapy for allergic diseases, which spanned from 2004 to 2024. …”
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