Frequency of thyroid dysfunctions during interferon alpha treatment of single and combination therapy in hepatitis C virus-infected patients: a systematic review based analysis. by Chandrasekharan Nair Kesavachandran, Frank Haamann, Albert Nienhaus

“…Variations in IFN dosage, treatment duration of IFN, definition/criteria followed in each study for thyroid dysfunction and irregular thyroid function testing during treatment in different studies influence the outcome of the single studies and jeopardise the validity of a pooled risk estimate of side effects of thyroid dysfunction. …”
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Development of Non-Genetic Risk Stratification Model of Severe Allopurinol Hypersensitivity (NoG-ALLOH Score): A Multicenter Study in Thailand by Patapong Towiwat, Suppachai Lawanaskol, Wichittra Tassaneeyakul, Chonlaphat Sukasem, Niwat Saksit, Nontaya Nakkam, Duangkamon Poolpun, Ticha Rerkpattanapipat, Jettanong Klaewsongkram, Pawinee Rerknimitr, Worawit Louthrenoo

“…The data of non-genetic factors particularly sex, age, renal function, co-diuresis, starting dosage of allopurinol and serum uric acid (SUA) of non-SAH cases selected the first description of allopurinol. …”
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The origin of dyspnea and its role in the reduction of exercise endurance in patients with rheumatoid arthritis by Mikhail Vasil'evich Sheyanov, V A Sulimov, Mikhail Vasilyevich Sheyanov, V A Sulimov

“…Of importance in its occurrence are the involvement of the lung and bronchi in the pathological process irrespective of the lung function, as well as RA-associated factors (including anemia), and nosogenic emotional disorders (anxiety and/or depression).…”
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Erythrocyte sodium buffering capacity status correlates with self-reported salt intake in a population from Livingstone, Zambia. by Sepiso K Masenga, Leta Pilic, Malani Malumani, Benson M Hamooya

“…However, future studies need to validate vascular function status when using ESS testing by including established vascular function assessments to determine its pathophysiological and clinical implications.…”
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Association of social and environmental exposures at the neighborhood level with child brain volume by Lina V. Dimitrov, Grace M. Christensen, Benson S. Ku, Benjamin B. Risk, Anke Huels

“…Background: Prior studies show that neighborhood disadvantage negatively impacts children’s cognitive function and brain volume. However, despite their co-occurrence, there is a lack of cohesive examination of the joint effects of environmental and social factors on brain volumes. …”
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Metabolomics profiling of apples of different cultivars and growth locations by Kang Chen, Raghunath Pariyani, Yajing Li, Jindong Li, Xiongwu Qiao, Shu Qin, Baoru Yang

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Sleep architecture and quality and pain experience in individuals with persistent low back pain and asymptomatic controls. by Xuewen Wang, Jennifer M C Vendemia, Erin E Kishman, John R Gilliam, Alexandria M Reynolds, Sheri P Silfies

“…Pain, psychosocial factors, and lumbar movement control were evaluated using standard testing.…”
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A comprehensive protocol to study the effects of multilingualism on cognition and the brain in patients with progressive neurological diseases by Christos Pliatsikas, Mark Antoniou, Jon Andoni Duñabeitia, Marco Calabria

“…However, the evidence remains inconsistent due to methodological shortcomings, including variations in defining multilingualism and inadequate accounting for other lifestyle factors that may also promote cognitive reserve. To address these limitations, we developed a comprehensive protocol which incorporates detailed measurement of factors that are related to cognitive reserve, including multilingual experiences, standardized clinical and experimental cognitive assessments suitable for multilingual patients diagnosed with the above progressive neurological diseases, as well as thorough neuroimaging testing batteries. …”
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Impact of cognitive impairment on heart failure prognosis: insights into central nervous system mechanism by Zhiyong Shi, Mingkai Yun, Binbin Nie, Enjun Zhu, Wei Fu, Baoci Shan, Sijin Li, Xiaoli Zhang, Xiang Li

“…Results We retrospectively enrolled 72 patients with HFrEF who underwent gated myocardial perfusion imaging, heart and brain 18F-FDG positron emission tomography/computed tomography imaging, and cognitive testing. Cognitive function was evaluated using the Mini-Mental State Examination. …”
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Current Developments in Dementia Risk Prediction Modelling: An Updated Systematic Review. by Eugene Y H Tang, Stephanie L Harrison, Linda Errington, Mark F Gordon, Pieter Jelle Visser, Gerald Novak, Carole Dufouil, Carol Brayne, Louise Robinson, Lenore J Launer, Blossom C M Stephan

“…New developments in dementia risk prediction include the testing of non-APOE genes, use of non-traditional dementia risk factors, incorporation of diet, physical function and ethnicity, and model development in specific subgroups of the population including individuals with diabetes and those with different educational levels. …”
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Delays in Blood Work and Disease Burden: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Unmet Blood Work Need and Seven Key Health Conditions Across 21 Countries by Eunice Chung, Louisa Ewald, Nicholas J. Kassembaum, Nicholas J. Kassembaum, Taylor Noyes, Emmanuela Gakidou, Emmanuela Gakidou, Ali H. Mokdad, Ali H. Mokdad

“…ObjectivesThis study analyzes survey data across 21 countries to explore correlations between delays in blood testing and the prevalence of seven health conditions: thalassaemias, sickle cell disorders, malaria, HIV, high fasting plasma glucose, impaired kidney function, and high LDL cholesterol.MethodsWe analyzed Pandemic Recovery Survey data via multivariable logistic regression to compare blood test delays between individuals with and without medical conditions, while adjusting for sociodemographic factors. …”
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A genome-wide SNP-SNP interaction analysis exploring novel interacting loci associated with the risk of recurrence in colorectal cancer. by Aaron A Curtis, Yajun Yu, Megan Carey, Yildiz E Yilmaz, Sevtap Savas

“…<h4>Background</h4>Genetic factors can influence and predict patient outcomes. …”
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The Reliability of the GNRB® Knee Arthrometer in Measuring ACL Stiffness and Laxity: Implications for Clinical Use and Clinical Trial Design by Kayla Smith, Nicole Miller, Steve Laslovich

“…# Background Stability of the knee is dependent on multiple factors including integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). …”
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Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors Modified Warm-Up Model: A Development Study For Football Players Post Ankle Injury by Liza Liza, Bafirman Bafirman, Masrum Masrum, Alimuddin Alimuddin, Rahmat Putra Perdana, Agung Wahyudi, Mikkey Anggara Suganda, Didi Suryadi, Trisnar Adi Prabowo, Makan Sacko

“…Based on the results of the data obtained from the large-scale test and the effectiveness test, it can be concluded that the warm-up model for football players after ankle injury can reduce pain levels and improve functional abilities so that it can be accepted as a warm-up model that can be used to treat ankle injuries. …”
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Assessment of Patient Experience During Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer by Devon M. Langston, Matthew J. DePuccio, Ann Scheck McAlearney, Sooyoung Kim, Alice A. Gaughan, Alicia Scimeca, Shawn Dason, Tasha Posid, John O. DeLancey

“…Anxiety and urinary function were key factors influencing quality of life. …”
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Genetics of Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Current Understanding and Future Directions by P. K. Chandra Sekar, R. Veerabathiran

“…IBD is a complex gastrointestinal disorder influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Genetic variants, including NOD2, ATG16L1, and IL23R, contribute to dysregulation of immune responses, epithelial barrier function, and mucosal homeostasis. …”
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Blinatumomab in pediatric B-acute lymphoblastic leukemia by Yifang Cheng, Aiguo Liu

“…As one of the representatives of cutting-edge immunotherapy for pediatric ALL, blinatumomab plays a crucial role in precision medicine against the backdrop of current genetic testing. Clinical efficacy is influenced by factors such as tumor burden, endogenous T-cell function, CD19 antigen loss, and lineage switch. …”
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Pathways to sustainability: Higher education and green productivity. by Yongchun Sun

“…Higher education has a more significant impact on green productivity the greater the level of regional economic growth, according to a further nonlinear test utilizing the partial linear function coefficient (PLFC) model. …”
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Recent Progress in the Application of Organoid Technology in the Field of Health Foods by ZHANG Shaoshi, ZHAO Jian, GUO Yu, YAN Wenjie

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Early rehabilitation after orthotopic heart transplantation: a case study by Natalya V. Fedorova, Yulia A. Argunova, Ekaterina N. Prilutskaya, Olga L. Barbarash

“…However, these patients also face factors that may limit the rapid recovery of functional capacity and quality of life. …”
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