Changes in Quality of Life, Depression, and Menopausal Symptoms After Surgical Menopause and the Efficacy of Hormone Replacement Therapy in Gynecological Cancer Survivors: A One-Ye... by Noriko Karakida, Shintaro Yanazume, Natsuko Uchida, Mika Sakihama, Tsutomu Douchi, Hiroaki Kobayashi

“…QOL, depression, and menopausal symptoms were assessed using the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General (FACT-G), Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D), and Endocrine Symptoms Subscale-19 (ESS-19), respectively. …”
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Differentiating healthy orthorexia from orthorexia nervosa: sociodemographic, psychological and dietary characteristics in a French sample by Eva Hanras, Emilie Boujut, Juan Ramón Barrada, Géraldine Dorard

“…Conclusions: HeOr seems to be part of a healthy lifestyle in general. In contrast, OrNe falls into the category of an ED and is associated with more problematic psychological functioning. …”
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Evaluating malaria reactive surveillance and response strategies in northeast Cambodia: a mixed-methods study by Win Han Oo, Sovannaroth Siv, Kaungmyat Khant, Win Htike, Meach Monyth Molyta, Thet Lynn, Nilar Aye Tun, Paul A. Agius, Freya J. I. Fowkes

“…Conclusion The RASR strategy implemented in northeast Cambodia was generally functioning well despite some challenges. …”
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Prevalence and Pattern of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain among Older Adults and its Sociodemographic and Pain Intervention Correlates in a Tertiary Hospital in North Central Nigeria by Oluwatoyin A. Abolarin, Samuel A. Adefemi, Adetutu Babalola, Mustapha Mamman, Philip N. Gara, Ezekiel U. Sheshi, Yusuf Ibrahim

“…BackgroundChronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) is a prevalent condition among older adults globally, contributing significantly to reduced quality of life, functional limitations, and healthcare burden. In low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria, the complexity of managing chronic pain is exacerbated by sociocultural factors, underreporting, and limited access to healthcare services. …”
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Bioelectrical Brain Activity in Schizophrenic Female Patients with Auditory Verbal Hallucinations by Daria A. Leonovich, Olga V. Shevaldova, Alexandr V. Vartanov, Maria D. Krysko, Valeria I. Zakurazhnaya, Alexandra G. Ochneva

“…Given that schizophrenic symptoms are gender-specific, the present study focused exclusively on female patients. Understanding the functional characteristics of inner speech in women with schizophrenia has important clinical implications. …”

Use of Remote Assessment Tools to Substitute Routine Outpatient Care: Scoping Review by Jayne Barclay, Clair Sullivan, Michael Beckmann, Graeme Mattison, Rebecca Runciman, Elizabeth Martin

“…Data extraction and analysis were performed by independent reviewers, with a focus on the functionalities of the tools and their alignment with the Quadruple Aim of Healthcare. …”
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Longitudinal Observational Study on Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Wounds Using DLQI and EQ-5D by David Palomar-Albert, Jorge Zamora-Ortiz, Federico Palomar-Llatas, Marta Escudero-Martínez, Alba Naranjo-Cuellar, Maria Isabel Pastor-Orduña

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Age-related changes in the quadriceps tendon: Collagen fibril diameter decreases with aging by Yoshihiro Ishida, Yasushi Takata, Tatsuya Ishikawa, Mitsuhiro Kimura, Naoki Takemoto, Manase Nishimura, Noriyuki Ozaki, Satoru Demura, Junsuke Nakase

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The tree of life of copper-containing amine oxidases by Zaibao Zhang, Tao Xiong, Kejia Li, Kexin Huang, Siyu Wu, Luhui Wu

“…To understand the evolutionary history and functional divergence of CuAOs, we conducted phylogenetic and expression analyses of CuAOs in plants and animals. …”
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AI in dermatology: a comprehensive review into skin cancer detection by Kavita Behara, Ernest Bhero, John Terhile Agee

“…This study systematically reviews current AI applications in skin cancer classification, providing a comprehensive overview of their advantages, challenges, methodologies, and functionalities. Methodology In this study, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in the classification of skin cancer. …”
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The profile of disability grant applicants in Bishop Lavis, Cape Town by Thirumani Govender, Gubela Mji

“…Most applicants had a chronic medical condition and reported functional restrictions but only received a temporary grant. …”
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THE PUBLIC’S ROLE IN DEVELOPING STATE CUSTOMS POLICY: ECONOMIC AND LEGAL ASPECTS by Ivan Yaromiy, Viktor Rekun, Yaroslav Stupnyk

“…The methodology employed in this study encompassed a range of approaches to scientific knowledge, including systems analysis, dialectical methods, formal-logical methods, and structural-functional methods. …”
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Reliability assessment of convertible aircraft with hybrid propulsion system and multirotor lifting system by A. V. Redkin, Yu. A. Yaloza, I. E. Kovalev

“…In accordance with the adopted structural diagram, the main functional groups of the hybrid propulsion system of convertible aircraft operating in different flight modes are determined. …”
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Exploring risk factors for comorbid depression in osteoarthritis: a scoping review protocol by Markus Ritter, Wolfgang Hitzl, Antje van der Zee-Neuen, Bibiane Steinecker-Frohnwieser, Kathrin Maria Bogensberger, Dagmar Schaffler-Schaden, Eva Perl

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Psychological, psychiatric, and behavioral sciences measurement scales: best practice guidelines for their development and validation by Alberto Stefana, Stefano Damiani, Umberto Granziol, Umberto Provenzani, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Marco Solmi, Eric A. Youngstrom, Eric A. Youngstrom, Eric A. Youngstrom, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Paolo Fusar-Poli, Paolo Fusar-Poli

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Efficacy of valgus osteotomy in treating nonunion of femoral neck fractures post-internal fixation by Haohao Xu, Shenda Yang, Yuanyuan Zheng, Ao Tian, Ruofei Wu, Xiaoyu Zhang, Yujiang Mao

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Comparison of the inflammatory biomarkers IL- 6, TNF-α, and CRP to predict the effect of nutritional therapy on mortality in medical patients at risk of malnutrition by Carla Wunderle, Elisabeth Martin, Alma Wittig, Pascal Tribolet, Thomas A. Lutz, Christina Köster-Hegmann, Zeno Stanga, Beat Mueller, Philipp Schuetz

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3D cell cultures: prospects for use in virology by Tatyana A. Kuznetsova, M. R. Aliev, A. А. Mikhalko, M. Yu. Shchelkanov

“…The hallmark characteristics of organoids is imitation of tissue organization, functionality and genetic specificity in a specific tissue or part of an organ. …”
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Revascularization impact: quality of life enhancement in chronic limb-threatening ischemia by Cristian Traian Paius, Vlad Denis Constantin, Alexandru Carap, Andrei Tarus, Grigore Tinica

“…The SF-36 questionnaire showed low data reliability for the General Health and Social Functioning domains. Additionally, the Hybrid Surgery group had poorer preoperative perception in the Body Pain category. …”
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Mineral composition in mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis and clam Tapes decussatus from Faro Lake of Messina: risk assessment for human health by Fabio Bruno, Vincenzo Nava, Sebastiano Zappalà, Giovanna Lucrezia Costa, Francesco Fazio, Vincenzo Parrino, Patrizia Licata

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