Apolipoprotein E dysfunction in Alzheimer’s disease: a study on miRNA regulation, glial markers, and amyloid pathology by Printha Wijesinghe, Hao Ran Li, Zhengyuan Ai, Matthew Campbell, Si Xuan Chen, Jeanne Xi, Wellington Pham, Wellington Pham, Joanne A. Matsubara, Joanne A. Matsubara

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Global, regional, and national burden inequality of chronic kidney disease, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the global burden of disease study 2021 by Jingxun Guo, Jingxun Guo, Zhen Liu, Zhen Liu, Pengjun Wang, Heming Wu, Kai Fan, Kai Fan, Jianbo Jin, Jianbo Jin, Lan Zheng, Lan Zheng, Zeyu Liu, Zeyu Liu, Renyi Xie, Renyi Xie, Renyi Xie, Cheng Li, Cheng Li, Cheng Li, Cheng Li

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Optical coherence tomography angiography study on retinochoroidal thickness and blood flow changes after posterior scleral reinforcement surgery by Yongqi Mao, Hao Chen, Yunhua Tang, Haoming Geng, Fuwen Zhang

“…Conclusion: This study demonstrates that posterior scleral reinforcement achieves axial stabilization through mechanical reinforcement, mitigates vitreous traction forces on the retina and choroid, enhances visual acuity, improves choroidoretinal microcirculation, and optimizes fundus architecture.…”
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Protein supplementation on muscle recovery and soreness after intense badminton training sessions by Palraj Balaji, Chandrababu Suresh, Irina Pomeshchikova, Alina Melnyk, Swamynathan Sanjaykumar

“…Muscle soreness was assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) at 24, 48 and 72 hours post-exercise, and recovery was measured through the Perceived Recovery Status (PRS) scale. …”
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Patient-related outcome measures and clinical evaluation of dental implant therapy in the elderly population-a cross - sectional study by Dragović Svetlana, Lazić Zoran, Dragović Miroslav, Vukadinović Miroslav, Miličić Biljana, Špadijer-Gostović Aleksandra

“…All participants agreed to respond to the Oral Health Impact Profile-14 (OHIP-14) questionnaire and another questionnaires on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) related to their experiences and satisfaction with the overall implant treatment. …”
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A propensity-matched study of patients with symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis opting for surgery versus not by Casper Friis Pedersen, Søren Eiskjær, Mikkel Østerheden Andersen, Leah Yacat Carreon, Peter Doering

“…The outcomes was walking improvement measured by item 4 of the Oswestry Disability Index, EQ-5D-3L, global assessment (GA) of back/leg pain, back and leg pain on the Visual Analogue Scale and the Short Form 36 transition item 2. …”
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The respiratory exercise significance in the olfaction restoration in the postcovid period by V. N. Nikolenko, M. V. Sankova, M. V. Zoller, M. V. Oganesyan, V. G. Zilov, D. A. Garkavy, A. E. Strizhkov

“…A promising medicine direction that helps restore microcirculation, increase blood oxygenation, improve metabolism and regenerate olfactory epithelial cells is the Nadi Shodhana breathing exercise technique.Objective: To assess the possibilities of using the pranayama technique as a method of restorative olfactory treatment in the post‑covid period.Materials and methods: 79 persons aged 22 to 68 years with olfactory disturbances occurring at COVID‑19 and persisting in the post‑covid period were examined. …”
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PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF 18F-FDG POSITRON EMISSION TOMOGRAPHY IN THE EARLY EVALUATION OF THE EFFICIENCY OF TREATMENT IN PATIENTS WITH NON-HODGKIN LYMPHOMAS by M. M. Khodzhibekova, L. A. Tyutin, N. A. Kostenikov, N. V. Il’in, Yu. N. Vinogradova

“…Objective: to define the role of 18F-FDG positron emission tomography (PЕT) performed after 2–3 chemotherapy cycles in the prediction of disease prognosis and to identify a group of patients requiring more intensive treatment.Material and methods. Seventy-one patients with nonHodgkin lymphoma of different histological types were examined. …”
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Efficacy of Unilateral Greater Occipital Nerve Block in Migraine Management: A Focused Approach for Targeted Relief by Ceyhun Sayman, Yılmaz Çetinkaya, Kerim Şahin, Gizem Gürsoy, Buse Hasırcı Bayır

“…This study, therefore, assessed unilateral GON block to treat migraine.Methods: A total of 35 patients with migraine were included in this prospective study. …”
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Short Wavelength Automated Perimetry and Peripapillary Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer in Early Diabetes by Nikki Doreen S. Angbue Te, MD, Pearl M. Tamesis-Villalon, MD, Joseph Anthony J. Tumbocon, MD, Kristine D. Corpus, MD, Romulo N. Aguilar, MD

“…All subjects underwent HBA1C, SWAP, peripapillary RNFL thickness measurement and fundus photo. Visual field indices: MD and PSD as well as average RNFL thickness were compared among the 2 groups. …”
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GBCHV an advanced deep learning anatomy aware model for accurate classification of gallbladder cancer utilizing ultrasound images by Md. Zahid Hasan, Md. Awlad Hossen Rony, Sadia Sultana Chowa, Md. Rahad Islam Bhuiyan, Ahmed A. Moustafa

“…Moreover, the decision-making process of the proposed model is further explained visually through the utilization of Gradient-weighted Class Activation Mapping (Grad-CAM). …”
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Potential Factors Affected Safety and Efficacy of Transcatheter Plug Closure for Pediatric Hemoptysis with Anomalous Bronchial Arteries by Hong-Yu Kuang, Qiang Li, Ping Xiang, Chuan Feng, Qi-Jian Yi, Tie-Wei Lu

“…The repeat occlusion was applied for unclosed BAs leading to visual recurrent hemoptysis, the average interval time of which was 5.4 ± 3.6 mon. …”
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: clinical features, comorbidities and quality of life in Colombia by Hector Castellanos, Gloria A. Vargas, Lili Rueda, Liliana Gonzalez, Esperanza Melendez, Maria I Arredondo, Janeth T Acosta

“…This study aims to describe the severity of symptoms, sociodemographic factors and quality of life of HS patients in Colombia.  Material and Methods: This is an exploratory, multicenter, observational, cross-sectional study conducted in 8 dermatology centers in Colombia.  …”
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A systematic review on the relationship between marine pollution and human health in small island developing states by Alisha Morsella, Carolina Castagna, Rosaria Messina, Nicolò Scarsi, Walter Ricciardi, Chiara Cadeddu

“…Methods: This review follows the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. …”
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Evaluation of Hemodynamic Changes in Third Molar Surgery: An Observational Study by Dinesh Chand Patidar, Ramesh Ram Fry, Aayush Malhotra, Dinesh Kumar, Nikita Suri, Deepika Patidar

“…Aim: To evaluate the hemodynamic changes during third molar surgery and also to assess whether these changes are associated with anxiety of patients towards the surgery. Materials and methods: A prospective study was done on 40 healthy patients (14 male and 26 female) with a mean age of 28.48 years (Age range 19–48 years) who underwent surgical extraction of the third molar. …”
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Ophthalmologic Baseline Characteristics and 2-Year Ophthalmologic Safety Profile of Pramipexole IR Compared with Ropinirole IR in Patients with Early Parkinson’s Disease by William Seiple, Danna Jennings, Richard B. Rosen, Leona Borchert, Lee Canale, Nora Fagan, Mark Forrest Gordon

“…Comprehensive ophthalmologic assessments (COA) included corrected acuity, Roth 28-color test, slit-lamp biomicroscopy, intraocular pressure, computerized visual field test, fundus photography, and electroretinography. …”
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A White Dwarf Catalog from LAMOST DR11 Using Deep Learning by Shengwen Zhang, Yanxia Zhang, Chao Liu

“…This surge in observational data has underscored the pressing need for efficient analysis and categorization of newly discovered white dwarfs. Traditional methods for star classification heavily rely on manual visual identification, which is a laborious and time-consuming process. …”
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The use of intraoperative tractography in brain tumor and epilepsy surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Holly Aylmore, Fiona Young, Kristian Aquilina, Chris A. Clark, Jonathan D. Clayden

“…IntroductionTractography is the only available technique for visualizing whitematter pathways within the living brain. …”
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Virtual embodiment training is associated with relative alpha power modulation by Soraya Miremadi, Kai Wai Yang, Akshat Kalra, Sri Lasya Malladi, Julia A. Scott

“…In a healthy population, this study assessed neuroimaging markers for cognitive processes involved in VET or pain perception.MethodsEEG was collected in 16 healthy individuals during VR-VET. …”
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Analyzing research trends in glioblastoma metabolism: a bibliometric review by Jiaxin Dai, Jiaxin Dai, Siyun Song, Pengyu Chen, Pengyu Chen, Qixuan Huang, Qixuan Huang, Hubin Duan, Hubin Duan

“…BackgroundA bibliometric and visual analysis of articles related to glioblastoma metabolism was conducted to reveal the dynamics of scientific development and to assist researchers in gaining a global perspective when exploring hotspots and trends.MethodsThe Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) was employed to search, screen, and download articles about glioblastoma metabolism published between 2014 and 2024. …”
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