Comparison of a Novel Herbal Medicine and Omeprazole in the Treatment of Functional Dyspepsia: A Randomized Double-Blinded Clinical Trial by Ghasem Bordbar, Mohammad Bagher Miri, Mahmoud Omidi, Saeed Shoja, Malihe Akhavan

“…Methods. The present study was a randomized double-blind clinical trial with parallel groups in Iran. …”
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Effect of exercise training on cardiac autonomic function in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Sohini Raje, G Arun Maiya, Padmakumar R, Mukund A. Prabhu, Krishnananda Nayak, Shivashankara KN, BA Shastry, Megha Nataraj

“…The objective of the present meta-analysis was to examine exercise’s effect on cardiac autonomic function using CARTs in T2DM. …”
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Melatonin administered postoperatively lowers oxidative stress and inflammation and significantly recovers heart function in patients undergoing CABG surgery by Neshat Mohammadi, Mehdi Alizadeh, Samad Akbarzadeh, Mikaeeil Rezaei, Marzieh Mahmoodi, Thomas Netticadan, Ali Movahed

“…The comparison of serum biomarkers between the two treatment groups showed that 10 mg of melatonin was more effective than 5 mg, but the difference was not significant (P > 0.05). Conclusion The present study showed that as a potential antioxidant, melatonin could alleviate oxidative stress and inflammation associated with CABG and is essential in improving overall heart function. …”
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Influence of elastic lumbar support belts on trunk muscle function in patients with non-specific acute lumbar back pain. by Christoph Anders, Agnes Hübner

“…Similarly, pain intensity (VAS) and functional impairment (ODI) over time were recorded in both groups.…”
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Chromatin structure and 3D architecture define the differential functions of PU.1 regulatory elements in blood cell lineages by Kevin Qiu, Duc C. Vu, Leran Wang, Nicholas N. Nguyen, Anna K. Bookstaver, Katia Sol-Church, Hui Li, Thang N. Dinh, Adam N. Goldfarb, Daniel G. Tenen, Bon Q. Trinh

“…A subset of these elements localizes within an 8-kb-wide cluster exhibiting enhancer features, including open chromatin, demethylated DNA, enriched enhancer histone marks, present enhancer RNAs, and PU.1 occupation, presumably mediating PU.1 autoregulation. …”
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Alleviation of Anxiety/Depressive-Like Behaviors and Improvement of Cognitive Functions by Lactobacillus plantarum WLPL04 in Chronically Stressed Mice by Xuan Sun, Hong-Fei Zhang, Chao-Lin Ma, Hua Wei, Bao-Ming Li, Jie Luo

“…However, its effects on brain functions remain unknown. The present study aims to evaluate the potential effect of L. plantarum WLPL04 on anxiety/depressive-like behaviors in chronically restrained mice. …”
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Abnormal spontaneous regional brain activity in primary insomnia: a resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging study by Li C, Ma X, Dong M, Yin Y, Hua K, Li M, Li C, Zhan W, Li C, Jiang G

“…In addition, we found that the duration of PI negatively correlated with ALFF values in the left orbitofrontal cortex/inferior frontal gyrus, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index score negatively correlated with ALFF values in the left inferior parietal lobule. Conclusion: The present study added information to limited studies on functional specialization and provided evidence for hyperarousal hypothesis in PI. …”
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Harnessing microalgae as a bioresource for nutraceuticals: advancing bioactive compound exploration and shaping the future of health and functional food innovation by Anjuman Ayub, Farida Rahayu, Aniswatul Khamidah, Sri Satya Antarlina, Kasma Iswari, Khojin Supriyadi, Elya Mufidah, Anjuvan Singh, Chirag Chopra, Atif Khurshid Wani

“…Despite these hurdles, microalgae present a transformative solution to address the growing demand for bioactive compounds and sustainable health interventions. …”
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The development of functional glutamatergic and GABAergic synaptic connections between vestibulo-ocular projection neurons and oculomotor motoneurons in the chicken embryo by Hiraku Mochida, Joel C. Glover

“…Introduction and methodsWe assessed the functional development of synapses from defined vestibulo-ocular projection neurons to motoneurons (MNs) in the oculomotor nuclear complex in the chicken embryo using optical recording of postsynaptic responses with the calcium-sensitive probe Calcium Green Dextran Amine (CGDA). …”
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Differences in Right Heart Function After Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Patients With Pulmonary Valve Stenosis Versus Tetralogy of Fallot by Alexander C. Egbe, C. Charles Jain, Omar Abozied, Luke J. Burchill, Ahmed Younis, Snigdha Karnakoti, Marwan H. Ahmed, Heidi M. Connolly

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Physicochemical and functional properties of cassava flour produced by controlled fermentation using mixed culture from various bacteria and yeast by Sri Widowati, Misgiyarta, Nurdi Setyawan, Heny Herawati, Widaningrum, Sintha Suhirman, Kartika Noerwijati, Rohmad Budiono, Santi Dwi Astuti, Rudy Tjahjohutomo, Astu Unadi, Uning Budiharti

“…The study aimed to characterize the physicochemical and functional properties of cassava flour derived from six cassava cultivars widely grown in Indonesia fermented using mixed culture of various bacteria and yeast. …”
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Cortical Surface Spatial Analysis Reveals Altered Brain Functional Network Topology in T2DM With Mild Cognitive Impairment by YanJun fan, Jing Tian, XiaoMei Yu, Chen Yang, HuiYan Zhang, Jian Tan, YiWei Zhao, Jing Wei, Gang Huang, JiangPing Liu, LianPing Zhao

“…However, the specific alternations in T2DM with MCI (T2DM‐MCI)‐related brain functional networks (BFN) remain unclear. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the alterations in the topological properties of BFN in T2DM patients with and without MCI, utilizing a cortical surface‐based graph theory analysis of resting‐state functional magnetic resonance imaging data. …”
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Vitamin D Supplementation in Functional Recovery of Subjects with Severe Acquired Brain Injury: A Pilot Controlled Randomized Study by Domenico Intiso, Antonello Marco Centra, Michele Gravina, Massimiliano Copetti, Andrea Fontana, Michelangelo Bartolo, Serena Filoni, Filomena Di Rienzo

“…Severe acquired brain injury (sABI) subjects have low VD levels and disabling conditions requiring rehabilitation. The aim of the present study was to evaluate if VD supplementation produced a better clinical course and a better functional outcome in sABI during rehabilitation. …”
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Unveiling the Microbial Signatures of Arabica Coffee Cherries: Insights into Ripeness Specific Diversity, Functional Traits, and Implications for Quality and Safety by Gabriela N. Tenea, Victor Cifuentes, Pamela Reyes, Marcelo Cevallos-Vallejos

“…Arabica coffee, one of the most valuable crop commodities, harbors diverse microbial communities with unique genetic and functional traits that influence bean safety and final coffee quality. …”
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The financial basis for the functioning of Western Siberian departments of the Imperial Orthodox Palestine Society at the end of XIX - beginning of XX century by Tsys' Valerii, Tsys' Olga

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PromarkerD Versus Standard of Care Biochemical Measures for Assessing Future Renal Function Decline in Type 2 Diabetes by Kirsten E. Peters, Isabella A. Joubert, Scott D. Bringans, Wendy A. Davis, Richard J. Lipscombe, Timothy M. E. Davis

“…<b>Background/Objectives:</b> The current standard of care for assessing chronic kidney disease complicating diabetes (DKD) includes measurement of estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and urinary albumin:creatinine ratio (uACR) but both tests have limitations. The present study compared the biomarker-based Promarker^®D test with conventional biochemical measures for predicting future kidney function decline in adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D). …”
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Effects of phrenic nerve magnetic stimulation on respiratory function in stroke patients: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial by Jun Ni, Zhiyong Wang, Xiaoli Xu, Qiong Han, Zhipeng Yan

“…This study aims to assess the effect of magnetic phrenic nerve stimulation on respiratory muscle function and lung function in adults with stroke. The results of this study may provide a promising approach to managing respiratory dysfunction in stroke patients.Methods and analysis This randomised controlled trial is designed to compare the effectiveness of bilateral magnetic phrenic nerve stimulation (rPMS) and conventional rehabilitation training in enhancing respiratory muscle strength, lung function indicators, diaphragmatic excursion and diaphragm thickness in patients with respiratory muscle weakness. …”
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Black Chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa (Michx.) Elliot) Fruits and Functional Drinks Differ Significantly in Their Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity by Petko Denev, Maria Kratchanova, Ivalina Petrova, Daniela Klisurova, Yordan Georgiev, Manol Ognyanov, Irina Yanakieva

“…We also investigated the relationship between the chemical composition of berries and chemical compositions and antioxidant activity of aronia functional drinks—juices and nectars. The differences in the chemical composition of the fruits resulted in functional foods that differ significantly in their chemical composition and antioxidant activity. …”
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A Study on the Functional Outcome of Hybrid External Fixator in Type 5 and Type 6 Schatzker Tibial Plateau Fracture by Praveen K. Prasannan, Nandu M. S. Nair, E. Kaizar Ennis, Praveen R. Iyer

“…With this technique, soft-tissue complications particularly surgical infections are expected to be significantly reduced. The present study aimed to evaluate the functional outcome of hybrid external fixator in type 5 and type 6 Schatzker tibial plateau fracture. …”
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Aqueous extract of Solanum americanum Mill. relieves functional constipation by modulating the enteric nervous system and gut micro-ecosystems by Xiaoyu Gao, Xiaoyu Gao, Xiaoyu Gao, Yanan Li, Yifan Hu, Yifan Hu, Weixing Yang, Lei Peng, Jun Sheng, Yang Tian, Lu Yao, Yan Zhao

“…However, no studies have been reported on its treatment in constipation. The present study evaluated the laxative activity of Solanum americanum Mill. aqueous extract (SAAE) using loperamide-induced functional constipation (FC) mouse model. …”
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