Early sST2 Liberation after Implantation of a Left Ventricular Assist Device in Patients with Advanced Heart Failure by Philipp Opfermann, Elisabeth Simader, Alessia Felli, Michele Bevilacqua, Caroline Holaubek, Martin Dworschak, Mohamed Mouhieddine, Daniel Zimpfer, Jan Hendrik Ankersmit, Barbara Steinlechner

“…While 1-year survivors had persistently lower sST2 values compared to nonsurvivors during the first 3 weeks after LVAD implantation (p=0.012), no differences were observed in the temporal pattern of IL-6 or IL-33. …”
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Neoadjuvant pyrotinib and trastuzumab in HER2-positive breast cancer with no early response (NeoPaTHer): efficacy, safety and biomarker analysis of a prospective, multicentre, resp... by Fei Wang, Yongjiu Wang, Bin Xiong, Zhenlin Yang, Jingfen Wang, Yumin Yao, Lixiang Yu, Qinye Fu, Liang Li, Qiang Zhang, Chao Zheng, Shuya Huang, Liyuan Liu, Chun Liu, Huaibo Sun, Beibei Mao, Dong-Xu Liu, Zhigang Yu

“…No new adverse events were observed with the addition of pyrotinib. Patients with co-mutations of TP53 and PIK3CA exhibited lower rates of early partial response compared to those without or with a single gene mutation (36.0% vs. 60.0%, P = 0.08). …”
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Features of the functioning of the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis in mice with Lewis carcinoma on the background of induced hyperthyroidism by E. M. Frantsiyants, V. A. Bandovkina, I. V. Kaplieva, I. V. Neskubina, E. I. Surikova, A. I. Shikhlyarova, L. K. Trepitaki, M. A. Gusareva, I. A. Udalenkova, E. O. Vasilieva, N. D. Cheryarina, V. V. Pozdnyakova

“…In males, in 73 % of the observations, the T3 level was increased against the background of high T4 and FT4 values and unchanged TSH levels. …”
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Prediction of digestible energy requirement in growing finishing stage of pigs using machine learning models by Nibas Chandra Deb, Jayanta Kumar Basak, Sijan Karki, Elanchezhian Arulmozhi, Dae Yeong Kang, Niraj Tamrakar, Eun Wan Seo, Junghoo Kook, Myeong Yong Kang, Hyeon Tae Kim

“…While evaluating the model's performance under different datasets, it was observed that the RFR model exhibited the best performance with DS4, explaining over 97 % and 95 % of actual and predicted data during the training and testing phases, respectively, while MLR model demonstrated the worst accuracy (R2 < 0.93 and RMSE >6.1 MJ/pig day) compared to the other models. …”
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Associations between hypovitaminosis D, adiposity indices and insulin resistance in adolescents: mediation analyses from NHANES 2011–2018 by Yaping Deng, Yingting Luo, Yilei Shen, Yong Zhao, Wei Cao, Jie Cao, Lijuan Xu, Lin Kong

“…Notably, subgroup analysis indicated a pronounced hypovitaminosis D -adiposity association in female adolescents, which was not observed in males. The XGBoost algorithm pinpointed obesity and blood lipid indicators significantly affecting IR, with total fat mass, triglyceride, cholesterol, BMI, and FMI ranked by descending importance. …”
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Markers of Glomerular and Tubular Damage in the Early Stage of Kidney Disease in Type 2 Diabetic Patients by Agnieszka Żyłka, Paulina Dumnicka, Beata Kuśnierz-Cabala, Agnieszka Gala-Błądzińska, Piotr Ceranowicz, Jakub Kucharz, Anna Ząbek-Adamska, Barbara Maziarz, Ryszard Drożdż, Marek Kuźniewski

“…Decline in eGFR was observed in 17 patients and increase in uACR in 10 patients. …”
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The novel manualized RELIEVE-group treatment for burdened relatives of cancer patients: a feasibility study by Jessica Neumann, Jessica Neumann, Jil Beckord, Jil Beckord, Helen Samira Hesse, Helen Samira Hesse, Carl Martin, Carl Martin, Carlotta Mons, Carlotta Mons, Diana Chur, Diana Chur, Jörg Hense, Jörg Hense, Mitra Tewes, Martin Teufel, Martin Teufel, Eva-Maria Skoda, Eva-Maria Skoda

“…No significant improvements were observed in self-efficacy, work and social security needs, and quality of life in the social relationships domain.DiscussionThe RELIEVE intervention demonstrated high feasibility and acceptance among emotionally affected relatives of cancer patients, addressing a gap in previous interventions that were often limited in scope and lacked standardised manuals.ConclusionThis feasibility study on treatment acceptance underlines the importance of measures that are tailored to the specific needs of cancer patients’ relatives, and of integrating them into the general healthcare system.…”
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Waist circumference and altered metabolic indices are associated with increased resting pulse rate in middle-aged adults by Laith Ashour, Zaid Taimeh, Moaiad Hussein, Zeid Jarrar, Nicola Hanna Madani, Noor Mnaa, Layan Ayesh, Ahmad Odeh, Sama Samer Abu Monshar, Muath Mohammad Dabas, Rawan Almejaibal

“…A significant increase was also observed in individuals with hypertension stage 1 and 2 [p<0.001 for both; coefficients = 2.98 (95% CI: 1.45-4.52) and 7.2 (95% CI: 5.28-9.12), respectively]. …”
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Effects of a novel non-pharmacological intervention based on respiratory biofeedback, neurofeedback and median nerve stimulation to treat children with ADHD by Eduardo Santamaría-Vázquez, Eduardo Santamaría-Vázquez, Eduardo Santamaría-Vázquez, Anayali Estudillo-Guerra, Lna Ali, Diana Martinez, Roberto Hornero, Roberto Hornero, Leon Morales-Quezada

“…Correlations between EEG changes and clinical outcomes were observed, suggesting a potential relationship between neurophysiological markers and ADHD symptoms measured by standardized scales.DiscussionThe study findings suggest that the proposed R-BFB/NFB intervention may be an effective non-pharmacological therapy for ADHD, with the additional application of MNS potentially enhancing its effects.…”
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Genotypic and ecological variability of zinc content in the grain of spring bread wheat varieties in the international nursery KASIB by V. P. Shamanin, P. Flis, T. V. Savin, S. S. Shepelev, O. G. Kuzmin, A. S. Chursin, I. V. Pototskaya, I. E. Likhenko, I. Yu. Kushnirenko, A. A. Kazak, V. A. Chudinov, T. V. Shelaeva, A. I. Morgounov

“…The most favorable environmental conditions for accumulation of zinc in wheat grain were observed in the Omsk region. In Omsk, the average zinc content in all studied varieties was 50.4 mg/kg, with 63.7 mg/kg in the best variety ‘OmGAU 100’. …”
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Cx43 Inhibition Attenuates Sepsis-Induced Intestinal Injury via Downregulating ROS Transfer and the Activation of the JNK1/Sirt1/FoxO3a Signaling Pathway by Zhaowei Zou, Bin Liu, Lisi Zeng, Xianzi Yang, Renli Huang, Cheng Wu, Huijuan Zhu, Yi Gao, Dongdong Yuan, Jinlong Yu

“…Firstly, different methods, such as Cx43 inhibitors (18-α-GA and oleamide) or siRNA targeting Cx43 and N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) (a kind of ROS scavenger), were used to observe the effects of Cx43 channels mediating ROS transfer on intestinal injury. …”
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Leveraging Autofluorescence for Tumor Detection, Diagnosis, and Accurate Excision with Surgical Margin Assessment in Tumor Excision by Antonis Perdiou, Ramona Dumitrescu, Daniela Jumanca, Octavia Balean, Ruxandra Sava-Rosianu, Serban Talpos, Dacian Virgil Lalescu, Atena Galuscan

“…<b>Results:</b> Statistically significant differences were observed in tumor-free margins between the control (73.17%) and experimental (97%) groups (<i>p</i> = 0.003). …”
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Considerations for determining warm-water coral reef tipping points by P. Pearce-Kelly, A. H. Altieri, J. F. Bruno, C. E. Cornwall, M. McField, A. I. Muñiz-Castillo, J. Rocha, R. O. Setter, C. Sheppard, R. M. Roman-Cuesta, C. Yesson

“…., 2023a) and a literature search to identify and summarise the diverse range of interacting stressors that need to be considered for determining tipping point thresholds for warm-water coral reef ecosystems. Considering observed and projected stressor impacts, we endorse the global tipping point revision's conclusion of a global mean surface temperature (relative to pre-industrial) tipping point threshold of 1.2 <span class="inline-formula">°C</span> (range 1–1.5 <span class="inline-formula">°C</span>) and the long-term impacts of atmospheric <span class="inline-formula">CO₂</span> concentrations above 350 ppm, while acknowledging that comprehensive assessment of stressors, including ocean warming response dynamics, overshoot, and cascading impacts, have yet to be sufficiently realised. …”
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Outcomes of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) in HIV patients by Nikhitha Mantri, Haozhe Sun, Sameer Datta Kandhi, Nishant Allena, Muhammad Yasir Anwar, Vibha Hayagreev, Shalini Penikilapate, Ahmed Alemam, Hassan A Muntazir, Trishna Acherjee, Harish Patel, Jasbir Makker

“…Conclusion This study underscores the need for heightened vigilance and tailored management strategies when considering PEG tube procedures in the context of HIV, given the observed elevated bleeding risks and increased 1-year mortality rates in this patient population. …”
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Effectiveness of multicomponent interventions in primary healthcare settings to promote continuous smoking cessation in adults: a systematic review by Carlos Martín Cantera, Elisa Puigdomènech, Jose Luis Ballvé, Olga Lucía Arias, Lourdes Clemente, Ramon Casas, Lydia Roig, Santiago Pérez-Tortosa, Laura Díaz-Gete, Sílvia Granollers

“…Both nicotine replacement and bupropion therapy were safe and effective, with no observed differences.Conclusions Multicomponent/complex interventions in PC are effective and safe, appearing to achieve greater long-term continuous smoking cessation than usual care and counselling alone. …”
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Associations of early life per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) exposure with body mass index and risk of overweight or obesity at age 2–18 years: Mixture analysis in the pro... by Zeyu Li, Guoying Wang, Joseph M. Braun, Xiumei Hong, Giehae Choi, Shawn P. O’Leary, Chang Ho Yu, Colleen Pearson, William G. Adams, Zhihua (Tina) Fan, Jessie P. Buckley, Xiaobin Wang

“…Conclusions: Early life exposure to individual PFAS and their mixture were associated with a higher risk of childhood OWO, with stronger associations observed in older child age groups and in children of non-OWO mothers. …”
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The Relationship between Simple Snoring and Metabolic Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study by Juanjuan Zou, Fan Song, Huajun Xu, Yiqun Fu, Yunyan Xia, Yingjun Qian, Jianyin Zou, Suru Liu, Fang Fang, Lili Meng, Hongliang Yi, Jian Guan, Huaming Zhu, Bin Chen, Shankai Yin

“…A significant linear trend was observed between snoring intensity and metabolic score. …”
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The Role of 3D Virtual Anatomy and Scanning Environmental Electron Microscopy in Understanding Morphology and Pathology of Ancient Bodies by Sara Salucci, Mirko Traversari, Laura Valentini, Ilaria Versari, Luca Ventura, Emanuela Giampalma, Elena Righi, Enrico Petrella, Pietro Gobbi, Gianandrea Pasquinelli, Irene Faenza

“…Environmental scanning electron microscope, with the advantage of observing mummified samples without prior specimen preparation, details on the state of tissue fragments. …”
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Chinese patent medicine tongxinluo capsule as a supplement to treat chronic coronary syndromes: a GRADE-assessed systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Shi-Bing Liang, Shi-Bing Liang, Shi-Bing Liang, Yi-Fei Wang, Yi-Fei Wang, Yi-Fei Wang, Zhen-Chao Niu, Zhen-Chao Niu, Yu-Fei Li, Hui-Min Zheng, Hui-Min Zheng, Jia-Ming Huan, Jie Yuan, Nicola Robinson, Nicola Robinson, Jian-Ping Liu, Yun-Lun Li, Yun-Lun Li, Yun-Lun Li

“…No increase in adverse events was observed when TXL was added to WM [RR 1.02, 95% CI (0.70, 1.49); NNT = 149].ConclusionsOur review suggests that TXL may offer additional therapeutic benefits for CCS patients and appears to be safe when combined with WM. …”
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Safety and Immunogenicity of the Tetravalent Recombinant COVID-19 Protein Vaccine SCTV01E in Children and Adolescents Aged 3 to 17 Years: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Contro... by Fengcai Zhu, Ting Huang, Pengfei Jin, Linglin Zhang, Zhongqiang Jin, Wenli Zhang, Dongya Yuan, Zhong Wang, Yusong Deng, Jiaxin Li, Xiao Shen, Yongpan Fu, Jian Li, Xinjie Yang, Jing Li, Liangzhi Xie

“…<b>Objective</b>: This Phase 2 trial assessed the safety and immunogenicity of SCTV01E in healthy children and adolescents aged 3 to 17 years, to establish immunobridging with that observed in adults from the efficacy pivotal trial (NCT05308576). …”
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