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The health care situation of geriatric patients is often multifaceted, complex and often overlaps with social living conditions. Due to the lack of cross-sectoral and interprofessional health care geriatric patients often, receive insufficient care. Only a holistic view enables a comprehensive evaluation of the complex... |
3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propionic acid (HMPA), also known as dihydroferulic acid, is a hydroxycinnamic acid derivative that can be derived from the microbial transformation of dietary polyphenols or naturally obtained from fermented foods. Although numerous studies have documented its antioxidant and anti-obesity ... |
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection is a major cause of lower respiratory tract infection, especially in infants, and increases the risk of recurrent wheezing and asthma. Recently, researchers have proposed a possible association between respiratory diseases and microbiome alterations. However, this connection ... |
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a serious and preventable postoperative complication. However, the predictive significance of perioperative biochemical parameters for VTE after minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery remains unclear. Methods A total of 149 patients undergoing minimally invasive colorectal cancer s... |
We previously reported that four hyperglycemia loci are located on three chromosomes in the Nagoya-Shibata-Yasuda (NSY) mouse model, commonly used to study type 2 diabetes. However, we did not search for hyperglycemia loci across all chromosomes. In this study, we performed quantitative trait loci (QTLs) mapping of lon... |
Human breast milk (HBM) effectively prevents and cures neonatal bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). Exosomes are abundant in breast milk, but the function of HBM‐derived exosomes (HBM‐Exo) in BPD is still unclear. This study was to investigate the role and mechanism of HBM‐Exo in BPD. Overall lung tissue photography and ... |
The implantable cardiac defibrillator/cardiac resynchronization therapy with defibrillator‐based HeartLogic™ algorithm has recently been developed for early detection of impending decompensation in heart failure (HF) patients; but whether this novel algorithm can reduce HF hospitalizations has not been evaluated. We in... |
The world has witnessed a high morbidity and mortality caused by SARS-CoV-2, and global death toll is still rising. Exaggerated inflammatory responses are thought to be more responsible for infiltrated immune cells accumulation, organ damage especially lung, dyspnea, and respiratory failure rather than direct effect of... |
Calcium (Ca 2+ ) influx into mitochondria occurs through a Ca 2+ -selective uniporter channel, which regulates essential cellular processes in eukaryotic organisms. Previous evolutionary analyses of its pore-forming subunits MCU and EMRE, and gatekeeper MICU1, pinpointed an evolutionary paradox: the presence of MCU hom... |
The COVID-19 pandemic has implied worldwide the imposition of confinement measures and mobility restrictions, to a greater or lesser extent. It has also meant the closure of some public medical services such as reproductive care. This situation may have impacted the health-related behaviour and quality of life of women... |
Most epidemiologic studies assessing the relationship between chronic kidney disease (CKD) and sarcopenia have been performed in dialysis patients. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), proteinuria, and sarcopenia in patients with non-dialysis-dependent CKD. ... |
Intracranial germ cell tumors (IGCTs) are rare, highly curable neoplasms. KRAS is a gene in the KIT/RAS signaling pathway, and KRAS mutations have been reported in patients diagnosed with IGCTs. Objectives: To describe the clinicopathologic and molecular features of KRAS mutation and the treatment outcome of children d... |
Crohn’s disease represents a challenge for patients concerned with the modified diet regimen as well as practitioners who seek the best nutritional therapy. Crohn’s disease can alter the body’s ability to digest food and to absorb nutrients, resulting in severe vitamin deficiencies, malnutrition and sometimes life-thre... |
Health and lifespan are influenced by dietary nutrients, whose balance is dependent on the supply or demand of each organism. Many studies have shown that an increased carbohydrate–lipid intake plays a critical role in metabolic dysregulation, which impacts longevity. Caenorhabditis elegans has been successfully used a... |
Since its development in 2008, FRAX has booked its place in the standard day to day management of osteoporosis. The FRAX tool has been appreciated for its simplicity and applicability for use in primary care, but criticised for the same reason, as it does not take into account exposure response. To address some of thes... |
Hyperamylasemia was found in a group of patients with COVID-19 during hospitalization. However, the evolution and the clinical significance of hyperamylasemia in COVID-19, is not well characterized. Design: In this retrospective cohort study, the epidemiological, demographic, laboratory, treatment and outcome informati... |
Craniosynostosis is a major congenital craniofacial disorder characterized by the premature fusion of cranial suture(s). Patients with severe craniosynostosis often have impairments in hearing, vision, intracranial pressure and/or neurocognitive functions. Craniosynostosis can result from mutations, chromosomal abnorma... |
The Veterans Health Administration (VA) serves Veterans in the nation’s largest integrated healthcare system. VA seeks to provide high quality of healthcare to Veterans, but due to the VA Choice and MISSION Acts, VA increasingly pays for care outside of its system in the community. This systematic review compares care ... |
Existing research indicates that tea drinking may exert beneficiary effects on mental health. However, associations between different types of tea intake and mental health such as depression have not been fully examined. The purpose of this study was to examine the associations of green tea, fermented tea, and floral t... |
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is the most prevalent chronic liver disease and can affect individuals without producing any symptoms. We aimed to explore the value of serum sirtuin-1 (Sirt-1) in the diagnosis of MASLD. Methods This case-control study analyzed data collected from 190 in... |
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global health problem associated with a number of comorbidities. Recent evidence implicates increased hemichannel-mediated release of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) in the progression of tubulointerstitial fibrosis, the main underlying pathology of CKD. Here, we evaluate the effect of da... |
In a nationwide study of 3818 charts from patients with fatal COVID-19, we found that geographical differences in Dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP4) inhibitors use did not correlate with diabetes prevalence among COVID-19 deaths, thus not supporting the hypothesis of a clinically relevant involvement of DPP4 inhibition in C... |
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), is a chronic immune-mediated disorder characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. Patients with IBD are susceptible to various complications, including the coexistence of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI)... |
Diabetes mellitus-induced erectile dysfunction (DMED) lacks targeted therapies. This study investigates the mechanisms and targets of Radix Paeoniae Rubra and Radix Angelicae Sinensis Granules (RAG) in treating DMED using network pharmacology and animal models. Methods We identified RAG’s active ingredients and potenti... |
CG23-I lineage constitutes the majority of hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae . A diabetic patient suffered six episodes of infections caused by CG23-I K. pneumoniae . A total of nine isolates were collected in 2020. We performed whole-genome sequencing to elucidate the within-patient evolution of CG23-I K. pneumoniae... |
Macrophages, a major subset of innate immune cells, are main infiltrating cells in the kidney in lupus nephritis. Macrophages with different phenotypes exert diverse or even opposite effects on the development of lupus nephritis. Substantial evidence has shown that macrophage M2 polarization is beneficial to individual... |
Significance This review discusses the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pathophysiology in the context of diabetes and intracellular reactions by COVID-19, including mitochondrial oxidative stress storms, mitochondrial ROS storms, and long COVID. Recent advances The long COVID is suffered in ~10% of the COVID-19 pat... |
Social media influencers are becoming an increasingly popular strategic communication tactic used across industry verticals, including entertainment, fashion, and beauty, to engage directly with consumers. Pharmaceutical companies have also recently entered the social media marketing arena and—within the bounds of gove... |
Patients with recurrent urinary tract infection (rUTI) have limited knowledge of preventive strategies to lower the risk of UTI. We aimed to develop and test the feasibility of an eHealth system for women with rUTI, named myRUTIcoach, and explored the facilitators and barriers related to its adoption. Methods We develo... |
Victoria, Australia provides a centralised state ECMO service, supported by ambulance retrieval. Equity of access to this service has not been previously described. Objective Describe the characteristics of ECMO recipients and quantify geographical and socioeconomic influence on access. Design Retrospective observation... |
There is a substantial disparity in coronary artery disease (CAD) burden between Iran and other nations that place a strong emphasis on the assessment of CAD risk factors and individuals’ awareness and ability to control them. Methods Two thousand participants of a community-based Iranian population aged 20–74 years we... |
16-66% of COVID-19 positive patients may have abdominal symptoms and findings in abdominal CT. The yield of abdominal CT scan in patients having abdominal complaints is not known. Objectives The aim of this study was to explore the various abdominal imaging manifestations of COVID-19 and COVID-19 associated Mucormycosi... |
The What Matters Most (WMM) study was initiated to evaluate symptoms, AD-related impacts, treatment-related needs, preferences, and priorities among individuals with or at risk for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and their care partners. The objective of this qualitative study phase was to identify a comprehensive set of conc... |
Even a tiny functioning pituitary adenoma could cause symptoms; hence, accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for management. However, it is difficult to diagnose a small pituitary adenoma using conventional MR sequence. Deep learning-based reconstruction (DLR) using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) enables high-... |
Cognitive function such as reasoning, attention, memory, and language is strongly correlated with brain aging. Compared to non-Hispanic whites, Hispanics/Latinos have a higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia. The genetic determinants of cognitive function have not been widely explored in this diverse and admi... |
Significance: The crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) increases dramatically despite all efforts to use available antibiotics or last resort antimicrobial agents. The spread of the AMR, declared as one of the most important health-related issues, warrants the development of new antimicrobial strategies. Recent Adv... |
A causal relationship concerning coffee intake and diabetic nephropathy (DN) is controversial. We conducted a Mendelian randomization study to assess the causal nature of these associations. Methods 40 independent single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) associated with coffee intake were selected from the UK Biobank stu... |
Diabetes is increasing rapidly in low-income and middle-income countries. We aimed to estimate the prevalence of diabetes, describe its correlates and its associated dietary intake in urban adults from Colombia. Setting The Colombian Study of Nutritional Profiles was a population-based, cross-sectional, multi-stage pro... |
The influence of ionizing radiation on the physicochemical properties of quercetin and rutin in the solid state was studied. Quercetin and rutin were irradiated with the standard recommended radiation dose (25 kGy) according to EN 522 standard. The samples were irradiated by electron beam radiation. EPR studies indicat... |
Right ventricular failure (RVF) after cardiac surgery is associated with an in-hospital mortality rate of up to 75%. Microaxial flow pumps are one of the mechanical circulatory supports (MCS) options available for the treatment of RVF, however the specifics of timing and indication for MCS, as well as predictors for su... |
While Cre-dependent viral systems permit the manipulation of many neuron types, some cell populations cannot be targeted by a single DNA recombinase. Although the combined use of Flp and Cre recombinases can overcome this limitation, insufficient recombinase activity can reduce the efficacy of existing Cre+Flp-dependen... |
Crocin, a glycoside of crocetin, has been known as the principal component responsible for saffron’s antidiabetic, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory effects. Crocetin, originating from the hydrolytic cleavage of crocin in biological systems, was subjected to ligand-based virtual screening in this investigation. Subsequ... |
Type 2 diabetes affects 9.4% of US adults with higher rates among racial and ethnic minorities and individuals of low socioeconomic status. The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) is an evidence-based and widely disseminated behavioral intervention to reduce diabetes incidence through modest weight loss. Howeve... |
The incidence of allergic diseases and their complications are increasing worldwide. Today, people increasingly use natural products, which has been termed a “return to nature”. Natural products with healing properties, especially those obtained from plants and bees, have been used in the prevention and treatment of nu... |
Recent accessibility to specialized high-throughput “omics” technologies including single cell RNA sequencing allows researchers to capture cell type- and subtype-specific expression signatures. These omics methods are used in the enteric nervous system (ENS) to identify potential subtypes of enteric neurons and glia. ... |
This study investigated whether the lower extremity muscle mass index (LMI) mediates the relationship between general obesity, central obesity, and knee osteoarthritis in middle-aged and elderly women in Korea. METHODS Data of 2,843 women aged ≥50 years were collected from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Exami... |
Chronic infectious diseases are threatening human health today, and their public health severity is increasing. The efficacy issues of drugs and the increase in drug-resistant pathogens require new response strategies for chronic infectious diseases, and therapeutic vaccines have recently been proposed as an effective ... |
Arterial stiffness is a common manifestation of viral pneumonia infections, including COVID-19. Nevertheless, the relationship between the center-to-periphery arterial stiffness gradient and pulse pressure amplification (PPA) in infectious diseases remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate this relationship util... |
Sepsis can cause sepsis-associated encephalopathy (SAE), but whether SAE was induced or exacerbated by ferroptosis remains unknown. In this study, the rat sepsis model was constructed using the cecal ligation and puncture method. The blood–brain barrier (BBB) permeability was measured by Evans blue dye (EBD) in vivo. T... |
We aimed to investigate the association between short- and long-term opioid use and long-term mortality in Korea. Methods In this population-based retrospective cohort study, data were obtained from the National Health Insurance Service of South Korea. The study included all adult individuals who were prescribed opioid... |
Data for Asian kidney transplants are very limited. We investigated the relative importance of prognostic markers in Asian kidney transplants by using Korean Organ Transplantation Registry (KOTRY) cohort. Prediction models were developed by data-driven variable selection approach. The relative importance of the selecte... |
To investigate the main causes, risk factors, and prognosis of patients hospitalized with syncope. Methods The patients admitted due to syncope were included. We analyzed the etiology, risk factors, and prognosis of patients with an average follow‐up of 15.3 months. Results High‐risk factors for cardiogenic syncope inc... |
Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is becoming the leading cause of chronic kidney disease, especially in the industrialized world. Despite mounting evidence has demonstrated that immunity and inflammation are highly involved in the pathogenesis and progression of DKD, the underlying mechanisms remain incompletely understoo... |
To understand differences in measures of depression, stress, and social support by gender among those diagnosed with glaucoma. Methods We obtained a cohort of glaucoma patients (any type) ages 18 years and over who answered the COVID-19 Participant Experience (COPE) survey of the NIH All of Us Research Program . We ana... |
The weight of skeletal muscle accounts for approximately 40% of the whole weight in a healthy individual, and the normal metabolism and motor function of the muscle are indispensable for healthy life. In addition, the skeletal muscle of the maxillofacial region plays an important role not only in eating and swallowing,... |
For patients with bilateral age-related cataracts, sequential phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation is a common treatment. However, it remains unclear whether surgery on the first eye has an impact on the second eye, as current research results are inconsistent. This study will explore whether surgery o... |
Tryptophan (TRP) and its indole metabolites exhibit numerous biological effects, especially their antioxidant properties. This study used untargeted metabolomics in conjunction with targeted metabolomics to investigate the differential expression of tryptophan and its indole metabolites in follicular fluid (FF) of dimi... |
Postoperative delirium (POD) is a common complication along with poor prognosis in geriatric intertrochanteric fracture (ITF) patients. However, the prevention and treatment of POD remain unclear. Previous studies have confirmed that POD is essentially a consequence of neuro-inflammatory responses. Dexamethasone is a g... |
Metabolic landscape and sensitivity to apoptosis induction play a crucial role in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) resistance. Therefore, we investigated the effect of metformin, a medication that also acts as an inhibitor of oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS), and MCL-1 inhibitor S63845 in AML cell lines NB4, KG1 and chem... |
Impairments in skeletal muscle microvascular function are frequently reported in patients with various cardiometabolic conditions for which older age is a risk factor. Whether aging per se predisposes the skeletal muscle to microvascular dysfunction is unclear. We used contrast‐enhanced ultrasound (CEU) to compare skel... |
Accumulating evidence suggests that ketogenic diets (KDs) mediate the rise of circulating ketone bodies and exert a potential anti-inflammatory effect; however, the consequences of this unique diet on colitis remain unknown. We performed a series of systematic studies using a dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) animal model o... |
Insulin secretagogues and angiotensin‐converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) are commonly co‐prescribed for patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Case reports suggesting that co‐administration of insulin secretagogues with ACEIs is associated with an increased risk of serious hypoglycemia have led to warnings regarding a ... |
Glycerol monocaprylate (GMC) is a glycerol derivative of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) and is widely used as a preservative in food processing. However, GMC and its hydrolytic acid (octylic acid) have antibacterial properties that may affect the physiology and intestinal microecology of the human body. Therefore, in... |
With advances in high‐throughput, large‐scale in vivo measurement and genome modification techniques at the single‐nucleotide level, there is an increasing demand for the development of new technologies for the flexible design and control of cellular systems. Computer‐aided design is a powerful tool to design new cells... |
Alveolar and endothelial injury may be differentially associated with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) severity over time. Objectives To describe alveolar and endothelial injury dynamics and associations with COVID-19 severity, cardiorenovascular injury, and outcomes. Methods This single-center observational study enroll... |
Diatoms represent one of the most abundant groups of microalgae in the ocean and are responsible for approximately 20% of photosynthetically fixed CO 2 on Earth. Due to their complex evolutionary history and ability to adapt to different environments, diatoms are endowed with striking molecular biodiversity and unique ... |
Since 2010, several guidelines and consensus papers have been proposed to support surgeons in the decision-making process (Cuccurullo et al. in Hernia 17(5):557–566, 2013; Silecchia et al. in Surg Endosc 29:2463–2484, 2015; Bittner et al. in Surg Endosc 33(11):3511–3549, 2015) with the conclusion that laparoscopic repa... |
Metabolites from medicinal plants continue to hold significant value in the exploration and advancement of novel pharmaceuticals. In the search for plants containing compounds with anti-inflammatory effects, we observed that the ethanol (EtOH) extract obtained from the aerial components of Gouania leptostachya DC. var.... |
Chronic anal fissure is called the reaching the muscle layer under the skin by deepening of the fissure in the breech skin. Our purpose is to enable the tissue to heal by relaxing the anal sphincter with caudal epidural injection. Methods: One hundred twenty cases were included in this randomized, controlled study. The... |
Abundant evidence has shown benefits of antivascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapies in neovascular eye diseases. However, the high cost, side effects, and inconvenience of frequent injections demand alternative novel drug candidates. This study aimed to analyze antiangiogenic effects of peptide H-KI20 ... |
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder of the central nervous system which is associated with numerous comorbidities. These include cardiovascular disease, psychiatric and neurologic disturbances, restless leg syndrome, migraine, cancer, autoimmune diseases, and metabolic disorders. Comorbid disease i... |
It is well recognized that both smoke and Candida infection are crucial risk factors for oral mucosal diseases. The nucleotide-binding domain-like receptor family pyrin domain containing 3 (NLRP3) inflammasome and its downstream effectors, interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-18, are pivotal to the host defense against Candida a... |
Thymoquinone, a well-known phytoconstituent derived from the seeds of Nigella sativa , exhibits unique pharmacological activities However, despite the various medicinal properties of thymoquinone, its administration in vivo remains challenging due to poor aqueous solubility, bioavailability, and stability. Therefore, a... |
Patients with kidney failure (KF) have a high incidence of cardiovascular (CV) disease, partly driven by insufficient clearance of uremic toxins. Recent investigations have questioned the accepted effects of adverse lipid profile and CV risk in uremic patients. Therefore, we related a panel of uremic toxins previously ... |
Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes-mediated retinal microvascular disease that is the leading cause of blindness in the working-age population worldwide. Interleukin (IL)-17A is an inflammatory cytokine that has been previously shown to play a pivotal role in the promotion and progression of diabetic retinopathy. Retin... |
As the human–primate interface expands, many nonhuman primate (NHP) populations exploit anthropogenic foods to survive, while some populations opportunistically target them. Though anthropogenic food consumption is sometimes associated with greater reproductive output and survival in these populations, there is a deart... |
There are limited data regarding the factors associated with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) patients without cirrhosis. We sought to determine the prevalence and factors associated with HCC in NAFLD patients with or without cirrhosis. Methods Adults with NAFLD (June 2015 to ... |
We developed a new optical sensor for tracing Hg(II) ions. The detection affinity examines within a concentration range of 0–4.0 µM Hg(II). The sensor film is based on Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-(((2S,2’R,3a’S,5R)-2-isopropyl-5,5’-dimethyl-4’-oxotetrahydro-2’H-spiro[cy-clohexane-1,6’-im-idazo[1,5-b]isoxazol]-2’-yl)methyl)-5-me... |
Several recent global events may have impacted adolescent sleep and exacerbated pre-existing disparities by social positions (i.e., social roles, identity or sociodemographic factors, and/or group memberships that are associated with power and oppression due to the structures and processes in a given society at given t... |
The Surviving Sepsis Campaign published the Hour-1 Sepsis Bundle in 2018. The first-hour management of patients with sepsis in the emergency department (ED) is important, as suggested in the Hour-1 Sepsis Bundle. The objectives of the present study were to evaluate 28-day mortality and delayed septic shock with use of ... |
Kaempferol (KPF) is a flavonoid with antiparasitic activity including experimental giardiasis which mechanism of action is unknown. OBJECTIVE To analyse the cytotoxic effects of KPF on Giardia duodenalis trophozoites and to identify a likely parasite target of this compound. METHODS We used inhibitory concentrations of... |
Dravet syndrome (DS) is a severe and catastrophic epilepsy with childhood onset. The incidence and prevalence of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) are significantly higher in DS patients than in general epileptic populations. Although extensive research conducted, the underlying mechanisms of SUDEP occurring ... |
This study intends to predict in-hospital and 6-month mortality, as well as 30-day and 90-day hospital readmission, using Machine Learning (ML) approach via conventional features. A total of 737 patients remained after applying the exclusion criteria to 1101 heart failure patients. Thirty-four conventional features wer... |
The brain plays a key role in energy homeostasis, detecting nutrients, metabolites and circulating hormones from peripheral organs and integrating this information to control food intake and energy expenditure. Here, we show that a group of neurons in the Drosophila larval brain expresses the adiponectin receptor (Adip... |
Dysglycemia is a major and increasingly prevalent cardiometabolic risk factor worldwide, but is often undiagnosed even in high-risk patients. We evaluated the impact of protocolized screening for dysglycemia on the prevalence of prediabetes and diabetes among patients presenting with ST-segment elevation myocardial inf... |
This study aimed to examine the association between meeting 24-h movement guidelines and cardiometabolic health in Chilean adults. We used cross-sectional data of 2618 adults from the Chilean National Health Survey 2016–2017. Meeting the 24-h movement guidelines was defined as ≥ 600 MET-min/week of physical activity; ≤... |
Increasing expectancy of life and levels of activity in the growing geriatric population lead to a rising number of prosthetic implants of the hip and consequently the incidence of periprosthetic fractures of the femur increase. The fracture pattern and the possible instability of the stem are a challenge to the orthop... |
To determine changes in incretins, systemic inflammation, intestinal permeability and microbiome modifications 12 months after metabolic RYGB (mRYGB) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and their relationship with metabolic improvement. Materials and methods Prospective single-center non-randomized controlled study,... |
Aplasia cutis congenita is a heterogeneous disorders group with a rare reported incident of 0.5 to 1 in 10,000 births. ACC can be associated with physical defects or syndrome that may help in diagnosis, prognosis and further evaluation of the patient. Trisomy 13 is one of the most common fetal life limiting diagnosis w... |
A multidisciplinary heart team approach has been recommended by revascularisation guidelines, but how to organise and implement the heart team in a standardised way has not been validated. Inter-team and intra-team decision instability existed in the guideline-based heart team protocol, and our standardised heart team ... |
The voltage-gated potassium channel K V 1.3 is an important therapeutic target for the treatment of autoimmune and neuroinflammatory diseases. The recent structures of K V 1.3, Shaker-IR (wild-type and inactivating W434F mutant) and an inactivating mutant of rat K V 1.2-K V 2.1 paddle chimera (K V Chim-W362F+S367T+V377... |
Transepidermal clearance of altered collagen and excessive excretion of keratin are characteristics of a rare cutaneous disorder known as reactive perforating collagenosis (RPC). There are different forms of RPC; however, the acquired form is the most prevalent and inherited. Reactive perforating collagenosis is rarely... |
Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is known for its beneficial effects on functional capacity and is a key component within current cardiovascular disease management strategies. In addition, a larger increase in functional capacity is accompanied by better clinical outcomes. However, not all patients respond in a similar way ... |
This study aimed to determine the optimal conditions to measure the percentage of the area considered as pneumonia (pneumonia volume ratio [PVR]) and the computed tomography (CT) score due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) using the Ziostation2 image analysis software (Z2; Ziosoft, Tokyo, Japan), which is popular ... |
Burnout affects approximately half of all nurses, physicians, and other clinicians. Alcohol use may impair performance in work-related tasks, leading to decreased productivity and morale. The present study’s aim was to determine whether a causal relationship existed between alcohol use, work-related burnout (WB), and m... |
Sarcopenia is a common condition in older individuals, especially in the elderly with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The aim of the present study was to examine the risk factors for sarcopenia in elderly individuals with T2DM and the effects of metformin. Methods A total of 1732 elderly with T2DM were recruited to th... |
The objective of this study was to understand how participants referred to a childhood obesity intervention programme prefer to receive health information, and secondly, to determine acceptability of digital technologies such as a social media platform or IT application for programme engagement. This study includes a s... |
Malnutrition is a major problem among older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Some studies suggest that well glycaemic control increases the risk of frailty due to reduced intake. Therefore, it could be hypothesised that adequate glycaemic controlled patients may be at risk of malnutrition. This study aimed ... |
The prevalence and mortality of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) are high in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, there is still a lack of recommendations for the medication therapy of these patients in the guideline so far. Methods We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysi... |
The use of natural language processing (NLP) in mental health research is increasing, with a wide range of applications and datasets being investigated. Objective This review aims to summarize the use of NLP in mental health research, with a special focus on the types of text datasets and the use of social determinants... |
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