Effectiveness of low dose thyroxine in patients with subclinical hypothyroidism and migraine; systematic review and meta-analysis by Alia Alokley, Maryam N. ALNasser, Razan Anwar Alabdulqader, Faisal Abdulhamid Aljohni, Duaa Hussain Alqadhib, Rose Khalid Aljuaid, Montather Akeel Alshik Ali, Shahad Shadi Hanbazazah, Abdullah Almaqhawi

“…Further research is required to elucidate the underlying mechanisms, optimize treatment protocols, and explore potential comorbidities.…”
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Novel Nanomaterials for Developing Bone Scaffolds and Tissue Regeneration by Nazim Uddin Emon, Lu Zhang, Shelby Dawn Osborne, Mark Allen Lanoue, Yan Huang, Z. Ryan Tian

“…Therefore, the assimilation of a specialized research design, while upholding ethical standards, will elucidate the challenge and questions we are presently encountering.…”
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Linking gas production to microbial fuel cell output: a novel approach to assess soybean processing and selenium bioavailability by Vahid Vegari, Akbar Taghizadeh, Ali Hosseinkhani, Maghsoud Besharati, Kasim Sakran Abass, Maximilian Lackner

“…Results highlight that thermal processing, particularly microwaving, optimizes nutrient utilization, while nano-Se enhances rumen microbial functions. …”
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Effects of coconut meal inclusion on growth performance, nutrient utilization, carcass characteristics, and meat quality in Awassi Lambs by Ja’far Al-Khaza’leh, Belal Obeidat

“…Further research is warranted to determine optimal inclusion rates under varying production systems.…”
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Adherence to Antidiabetic Medications among Women with Gestational Diabetes by Michelle Asiedu-Danso, Irene A. Kretchy, Jeremiah Kobby Sekyi, Augustina Koduah

“…Background. Optimal adherence to prescribed medications in women with gestational diabetes is relevant for perinatal outcomes. …”
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Differential Immunostimulatory Effects of EGFP and +36 GFP on Immune Cells by Parisa Moradi Pordanjani1, Elnaz Agi2, Azam Bolhassani1⁎

“…Introduction: Green fluorescent protein (GFP) and its variants are pivotal in tracking gene expression across various gene delivery systems. While GFP is typically employed for intracellular reporting, it can be modified to display on cell surfaces for labeling. …”
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Student Critical Self-Reflection and Perceptions of Video-Based Pro-Section Computer-Assisted Instruction by Emily S. Ho, Erica Dove, Lorna Aitkens, Andrea Duncan, Anne M. R. Agur

“…Strategic course and curriculum design with integrated and hands-on learning opportunities are needed to optimize student anatomy learning experience and academic outcomes while using this type of CAI.…”
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Beyond chronological age: exploring how different future time perspective influences the health tourism intention by Caisheng Liao, Huiqing Xiao, Zhao Li, Yuki Todo

“…Limited future time perspective (LFTP) positively influenced health tourism intention, while open-ended future time perspective (OFTP) did not have a significant effect on health tourism intention. …”
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Efficacy of caerulomycin A in modulating macrophage polarization and cytokine response in a murine model of lipopolysaccharide-induced sepsis by Jun Zhang, Shiyue Tang

“…The effects of Caerulomycin A (caeA), a known STAT1 phosphorylation inhibitor, on macrophage polarization and inflammatory markers were explored using a lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced sepsis mouse model. Methods A sepsis model was established in C57BL/6 mice induced by intraperitoneal injection of LPS, and the survival rate of mice was observed after treatment with different doses of caeA to determine the optimal therapeutic dose. …”
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Pain Localization Shift During the Convalescence Period of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fracture by Oded Hershkovich, Mojahed Sakhnini, Raphael Lotan

“…All initially suffered MTL over the VCF; BKP patients showed local VCF pain resolution after 3.5 weeks following surgery while lasting seven weeks under conservative treatment. …”
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Systematic review of thyroid function in NKX2-1-related disorders: Treatment and follow-up. by Beatriz Carmona-Hidalgo, Estefanía Herrera-Ramos, Rocío Rodríguez-López, Laia Nou-Fontanet, José C Moreno, Juan Antonio Blasco-Amaro, Juliane Léger, Juan Darío Ortigoza-Escobar, NKX2-1-Related Disorders Guideline Working Group

“…<h4>Methods</h4>Adhering to PRISMA guidelines, the review includes 42 studies involving 110 genetically confirmed NKX2-1-RD patients with hypothyroidism. …”
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5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy for the treatment of basal and squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review by Nathalie C. Zeitouni, Todd Schlesinger, Meenal Kheterpal, Puneet S. Jolly, Jared Jagdeo

“…Conclusions: This review provides a comprehensive summary of evidence-based ALA-PDT protocols for BCC, BD, and SCC, but published protocols are heterogeneous without a clear consensus. While ALA-PDT is effective, safe, and cosmetically favorable for less invasive tumors, protocol variability underscores the need for further randomized controlled trials to determine optimal treatment parameters.…”
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The role of early weight bearing in the aftertreatment of unilateral displaced intraarticular calcaneal fractures: a systematic review and pooled analysis by Coen Verstappen, Mitchell L. S. Driessen, Lloyd Brandts, Michael J. R. Edwards, Martijn Poeze, Erik Hermans, Pishtiwan H. S. Kalmet

“…Abstract Background Displaced intraarticular calcaneal fractures (DIACFs) remain a complex challenge in orthopedic practice due to their complexity and the intricate nature of surgical interventions. While surgical techniques have evolved, postoperative rehabilitation is equally crucial for achieving optimal outcomes. …”
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Navigating Pregnancy Testing in Chronic Pain Management for Women of Reproductive Age by Tamura S, Vardhan S, Breidenbach K, Shaparin N, Vydyanathan A, Gritsenko K

“…Despite national recommendations from organizations like the American College of Radiology (ACR), implementation of pregnancy screening in the pain management context remains limited.Methods: This review synthesizes current literature and practice guidelines to assess the gaps in pregnancy screening protocols within chronic pain management settings. …”
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Green-Synthesized Ag and ZnO Nanoparticles using Cassia fistula Leaf Extract: Biocompatibility and Growth Response in Early Plant Development by A.h.m. Maniruzzaman Rabbani, Syeda Nyema Jannat, Md. Shahed Al Shishir, Md. Shaheen Alam, Atiqur Rahman, Md. Shohidul Alam

“…These findings highlight that while green-synthesized nanoparticles hold agricultural potential, their use must be carefully optimized to avoid phytotoxic effects. …”
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Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on lung cancer screening utilization and outcome: a health examination center retrospective study by Chi-Shen Chen, Cai-Sin Yao, Fu-Zong Wu

“…Future policies must prioritize high-risk individuals, optimize resources, and enhance early detection to improve outcomes and crisis preparedness.…”
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Exploring secular trends and types of tuberculosis burden in India over past three decades through insights from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 by Krittika Bhattacharyya, Ravi Prakash Jha, Deepak Dhamnetiya, Priyanka Patel, Neha Shri, Mayank Singh

“…Strengthening early detection, optimizing treatment strategies, and raising community awareness will be essential to curb the spread and impact of resistant TB forms, while mitigating the broader implications of AMR.…”
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Real-world safety profile of etelcalcetide in dialysis-related secondary hyperparathyroidism: a pharmacovigilance analysis of FAERS data by Cong Zou, Xing Wang, Ruizhen Huang, Honglin Hu

“…Purpose The real-world safety of etelcalcetide in the treatment of dialysis-related secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) was evaluated by analyzing associated adverse events (AEs) and assessing their clinical significance.Methods Data from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) (2017–2024) were analyzed. …”
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The effects of dance interventions on reducing the risk of falls in older adults: a network meta-analysis by Ying Li, Zhaoguo Wang, Jiahao Li, Honghao Yang, Zilong Fang

“…ObjectiveThe efficacy of dance in reducing fall risks among older adults highlights its potential for geriatric health, but the optimal dance style remains uncertain. The present study endeavors to systematically analyze the effects of various dance forms on reducing the risk of falls among older adult, with the aim of providing evidence-based insights into the most efficacious dance styles for this population.DesignThe network meta-analysis of the existing literature was conducted to synthesize the available evidence regarding the effectiveness of various dance interventions in reducing the risk of falls among older adults.MethodsWe searched seven databases for randomized controlled trials on dance interventions for fall prevention in older adults and used Stata 17.0 for network meta-analysis.ResultsTwenty-seven studies (n = 1,219 older adults) were included. …”
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Novel Approach for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Biological Drugs in Patients with Plaque Psoriasis: Real-World Experience of a Single-Centre Study in Poland by Kimak-Pielas A, Robak E, Zajdel R, Żebrowska A

“…Anti-IL-17AF therapy achieved complete remission (PASI-100) in the shortest time (53.8 days vs 101.7 days for a total population, p&lt; 0.05). While treatment effectiveness did not differ between bio-naive and non-bio-naive patients overall, repeated exposures to anti-TNF and anti-IL-12/23 therapies were associated with a diminished clinical response.Conclusion: The study highlights the critical importance of strategic selection of the treatment to optimize long-term outcomes.Keywords: plaque psoriasis, biological drugs, effectiveness, psoriasis severity, PASI…”
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