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Prigerson HG, Singer J, Killikelly C. Prolonged Grief Disorder: Misconceptions about Misconceptions. A Reply to Eisma. Am J Geriatr Psychiatry 2024; 32:634. [PMID: 38267357 DOI: 10.1016/j.jagp.2024.01.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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- Holly G Prigerson
- Department of Medicine (HGP, JS, CK), Weill Cornell Medicine, New York City, NY.
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- Department of Medicine (HGP, JS, CK), Weill Cornell Medicine, New York City, NY
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- Department of Medicine (HGP, JS, CK), Weill Cornell Medicine, New York City, NY
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Ebrahimian M, Hosein Mohamadi M, Mahyad M, Rezaeitalab F. Association of early seizures after ischemic stroke with diffusion-weighted imaging-alberta stroke program early CT score (DWI-ASPECTS) and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio. Epilepsy Behav 2024; 155:109752. [PMID: 38640725 DOI: 10.1016/j.yebeh.2024.109752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2024] [Revised: 03/10/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/21/2024]
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BACKGROUND Post-stroke seizure (PSS) is a common considerable complication of acute ischemic stroke (AIS). Early risk assessment can clinical practitioners to plan effective prevention and management. We aimed to determine whether assessing Diffusion-Weighted Imaging-Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score (DWI-ASPECTS), and neutrophil indices allows for identifying patients at risk of PSS. METHODS This prospective study included AIS patients with cortical involvement admitted to a single academic center between January 2020 to October 2023. For all included subjects, DWI-Brain MRI, blood neutrophils, and platelet counts were obtained and the DWI-ASPECTS score was calculated. Then, the patients were followed up for 6 months in terms of PSS occurrence. Based on the occurrence of PSS, patients were divided into two groups of PSS and non-PSS. For analysis, imaging and laboratory data were compared between two groups. Logistic regression was applied to determine the relationship between DWI-ASPECTS and neutrophil indices, with early PSS. Finally, the sensitivity and specificity of these variables for PSS were estimated. RESULTS A total of 309 were included in the final statistical analysis. DWI-ASPECT and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) were significantly associated with early PSS with OR of 0.74 and OR of 1.13, respectively (P < 0.05). Further analysis showed that, a combination of DWI-ASPECTS, NLR had an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.72 for predicting the occurrence of early PSS. CONCLUSION DWI-ASPECTS and NLR are associated with the occurrence of early PSS after cortical ischemic stroke. A combination of these predictors had higher sensitivity and specificity for PSS rather than each factor alone. These findings may be helpful for determining the risk of PSS if validated in future studies.
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- Maryam Ebrahimian
- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran; Neurocsience Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Zakrzewski JJ, Doran N, Mayes TL, Twamley EW, Ayers CR. Rates of diagnosis and service utilization in veterans with hoarding disorder. Psychiatry Res 2024; 336:115888. [PMID: 38608540 DOI: 10.1016/j.psychres.2024.115888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Revised: 03/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024]
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Hoarding Disorder (HD) is a prominent and disabling neuropsychiatric condition defined by the inability to discard objects resulting in impairing levels of clutter. The prevalence rate is 2-6 % and increases with age. The aging Veteran population is a high risk group for impairment associated with HD. Medical and psychiatric comorbidities as well as associated rates of disability and poor quality of life are very common in both HD and the related disorder of OCD. We examined rates of HD and OCD diagnoses at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. Data were obtained from medical records for all Veterans with these diagnoses over 8-years and included information on medical and psychiatric care, homelessness services, and Care Assessment Needs (CAN) scores. Rates of diagnosis for both HD and OCD were well below epidemiological estimates. Veterans with HD were older, had higher rates of medical hospital admissions with longer stays; had more cardiac, neurological, and acquired medical conditions; had more psychiatric comorbidities; had more interactions with the suicide prevent team and homelessness services; and had higher CAN scores than Veterans with OCD. The low rate of diagnosis and high services utilization of Veterans with HD demonstrates an area of unmet need.
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- Jessica J Zakrzewski
- Research Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States; Department of Psychiatry, UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, United States.
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- Research Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States; Department of Psychiatry, UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, United States; Psychology Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry, UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, United States; Psychology Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States
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- Research Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States; Department of Psychiatry, UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, United States; Center of Excellence for Stress and Mental Health, VA San Diego Healthcare System, United States
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- Research Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States; Department of Psychiatry, UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA, United States; Psychology Service, VA San Diego Healthcare System, La Jolla, CA, United States.
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Ghadery AH, Abbasian L, Jafari F, Yazdi NA, Ahmadinejad Z. Correlation of clinical, laboratory, and short-term outcomes of immunocompromised and immunocompetent COVID-19 patients with semi-quantitative chest CT score findings: A case-control study. Immun Inflamm Dis 2024; 12:e1239. [PMID: 38577996 PMCID: PMC10996371 DOI: 10.1002/iid3.1239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND As the effects of immunosuppression are not still clear on COVID-19 patients, we conducted this study to identify clinical and laboratory findings associated with pulmonary involvement in both immunocompromised and immunocompetent patients. METHODS A case-control of 107 immunocompromised and 107 immunocompetent COVID-19 patients matched for age and sex with either positive RT-PCR or clinical-radiological findings suggestive of COVID-19 enrolled in the study. Their initial clinical features, laboratory findings, chest CT scans, and short-term outcomes (hospitalization time and intensive care unit [ICU] admission) were recorded. In addition, pulmonary involvement was assessed with the semi-quantitative scoring system (0-25). RESULTS Pulmonary involvement was significantly lower in immunocompromised patients in contrast to immunocompetent patients, especially in RLL (p = 0.001), LUL (p = 0.023), and both central and peripheral (p = 0.002), and peribronchovascular (p = 0.004) sites of lungs. Patchy (p < 0.001), wedged (p = 0.002), confluent (p = 0.002) lesions, and ground glass with consolidation pattern (p < 0.001) were significantly higher among immunocompetent patients. Initial signs and symptoms of immunocompromised patients including dyspnea (p = 0.008) and hemoptysis (p = 0.036), respiratory rate of over 25 (p < 0.001), and spo2 of below 93% (p = 0.01) were associated with higher pulmonary involvement. Total chest CT score was also associated with longer hospitalization (p = 0.016) and ICU admission (p = 0.04) among immunocompromised patients. CONCLUSIONS Pulmonary involvement score was not significantly different among immunocompromised and immunocompetent patients. Initial clinical findings (dyspnea, hemoptysis, higher RR, and lower Spo2) of immunocompromised patients could better predict pulmonary involvement than laboratory findings.
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- Abdolkarim Haji Ghadery
- Department of Radiology, Advanced Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Research Center(ADIR)Tehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Iranian Research Center for HIV/AIDS, Iranian Institute for Reduction of High Risk Behaviors, Department of Infectious Diseases, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, School of MedicineTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Iranian Research Center for HIV/AIDS, Iranian Institute for Reduction of High Risk Behaviors, Department of Infectious Diseases, Imam Khomeini Hospital Complex, School of MedicineTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Department of Radiology, Advanced Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Research Center (ADIR)Tehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Liver Transplantation Research Center, Imam Khomeini Hospital ComplexTehran University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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Banach A, Hata N, Crawford R, Piontek T. Supratrochlear Rim is Correlated with Isolated Patellar Chondromalacia on Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Knee. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2024; 6:100855. [PMID: 38328532 PMCID: PMC10847026 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2023.100855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Purpose To investigate the relationship between the supratrochlear rim and isolated patellar chondromalacia (PC) using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of the knee. Methods Patients without patellofemoral pain (control group) and patients with patellofemoral pain and diagnosed with stage III or IV PC based on MRI (defect group) were retrospectively identified. Patients with a history of patellar subluxation were excluded. We used patient MRI scans to perform 20 anatomical measurements of the patellofemoral joint. We also performed 2 measurements of the anterior femoral curvature. A total of 30 patients (29 ± 8.7 years) were in the control group, and 20 patients were in the defect group (29.4 ± 9.7 years). Results The maximum curvature (P < .001) and mean curvature (P < .001) of the anterior femoral condyle were found statistically significantly different between the groups. Patellotrochlear index (P = .03) and Insall-Salvati index (P < .001) were also found statistically significantly different between the 2 groups. Patella type III and trochlear dysplasia grade B were found more common in the defect group. Conclusions In this Level III prognostic, case-control study, we have shown through MRI knee measurements that the isolated patellar chondromalacia in patients without a history of patellar subluxation and dislocation is correlated with the increased anterior femoral curvature in combination with patella alta.
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- Artur Banach
- National Center for Image-guided Therapy, Department of Radiology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- National Center for Image-guided Therapy, Department of Radiology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A
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- Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department of Spine Disorders and Pediatric Orthopedics, University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland
- Rehasport Clinic, Poznan, Poland
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Johnson JC, Venna R, Alzweri L. Analysis of sexual dysfunction development among male and female living kidney donors. Sex Med Rev 2024; 12:183-191. [PMID: 38364301 DOI: 10.1093/sxmrev/qeae003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Revised: 12/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Living kidney donations (LKDs) face a persistent demand for patients with end-stage renal disease, emphasizing the importance of LKDs' growth and success. Although living kidney donors generally exhibit excellent survival rates, little research has explored the development of long-term sexual dysfunction following LKD. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to analyze differences in 5-year sexual dysfunction outcomes between male and female living kidney donors, utilizing the TriNetX database, a federated network of electronic medical records from multiple U.S. healthcare organizations. METHODS A propensity score-matched cohort study compared 45-year sexual dysfunction outcomes in adult male and female living kidney donors from December 2013 to December 2022. Cohorts were matched on age; sex; race and ethnicity; diabetes, cardiovascular, genitourinary, and psychiatric comorbidities; lifestyle-related factors; and medications that may impact normal sexual functioning. Primary outcomes included hazard ratio (HR) for decreased libido, sexual dysfunction (composite of male erectile dysfunction, ejaculatory disorders, vaginismus/dyspareunia, infertility, orgasmic disorders, arousal/desire disorders), and sexually transmitted diseases. Secondary outcomes assessed sex counseling and interpersonal relationship issues with spouses or partners. RESULTS The matched cohorts included 2315 patients each (male, female), and the mean age was 42.3 ± 12.5 years. At 5 years, male donors had a significantly higher HR for sexual dysfunction (HR, 3.768; 95% confidence interval, 1.929-7.358). Erectile dysfunction occurred in 1% of male patients, while vaginismus/dyspareunia affected <1% of female patients. Other sexual disorders, decreased libido, sexually transmitted diseases, and incidences of sexual and interspousal counseling were not significantly different. CONCLUSION Male living kidney donors faced a higher risk of developing sexual dysfunction 5 years after donation. While LKD remains a safe and viable alternative, clinicians and donors should be mindful of the potential association with sexual dysfunction postdonation. Further research may enhance support for the well-being of living kidney donors.
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- John C Johnson
- John Sealy School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77555-0655, United States
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- John Sealy School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77555-0655, United States
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- John Sealy School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77555-0655, United States
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX 77555-0655, United States
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Sarkhampee P, Junrungsee S, Tantraworasin A, Sirichindakul P, Ouransatien W, Chansitthichok S, Lertsawatvicha N, Wattanarath P. Survival outcomes of surgical resection in perihilar cholangiocarcinoma in endemic area of O. Viverrini, Northeast Thailand. Asian J Surg 2024:S1015-9584(24)00522-0. [PMID: 38519311 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2024.03.116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (pCCA) is an intractable malignancy and remains the most challenge for surgeon. This study aims to investigate survival outcomes and prognostic factors in pCCA patient. METHODS From October 2013 to December 2018, 240 consecutive patients with pCCA underwent surgical exploration were retrospectively reviewed. The clinicopathological parameters and surgical outcomes were extracted. Patients were divided into two groups: unresectable and resectable group. The restricted mean survival time between two groups were analyzed. Factors associated with overall survival in resectable group were explored with multivariable Cox regression analysis. RESULTS Of the 240 patients, 201 (83.75%) were received surgical resection. The survival outcomes of resectable group were better than unresectable group significantly. The restricted mean survival time difference were 0.5 (95%CI 0.22-0.82) months, 1.8 (95%CI 1.15-2.49) months, 4.7 (95%CI 3.58-5.87) months, and 9.1 (95%CI 7.40-10.78) months at four landmark time points of 3, 6, 12 and 24 months, respectively. The incidence of major complications and 90-day mortality in resectable group were 35.82% and 11.44%, respectively. Multivariable analysis revealed that Bismuth type IV (HR:4.43, 95%CI 1.85-10.59), positive resection margin (HR:4.24, 95%CI 1.74-10.34), and lymph node metastasis (HR:2.29, 95%CI 1.04-4.99) were all independent predictors of long-term survival. For pM0, R0 and pN0 patients, the median survival time was better than pM0, R1 or pN1/2 patients and pM0, R1 and pN1/2 patients (32.4, 10.4 and 4.9 months, respectively; p < 0.001) CONCLUSION: Surgical resection increased survival in pCCA. Bismuth type IV, positive resection margin and lymph node metastasis were independent factors for long-term survival.
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- Poowanai Sarkhampee
- Department of Surgery, Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
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- Clinical Surgical Research Center and Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chiangmai University, Chiangmai, Thailand.
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- Clinical Surgical Research Center and Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chiangmai University, Chiangmai, Thailand
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- Department of Surgery, Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
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- Department of Surgery, Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
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Xie H, Gao L, Fan F, Gong Y, Zhang Y. Research Progress and Clinical Value of Subendocardial Viability Ratio. J Am Heart Assoc 2024; 13:e032614. [PMID: 38471822 PMCID: PMC11009993 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.123.032614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with ischemic heart disease being a major contributor, either through coronary atherosclerotic plaque-related major vascular disease or coronary microvascular dysfunction. Obstruction of coronary blood flow impairs myocardial perfusion, which may lead to acute myocardial infarction in severe cases. The subendocardial viability ratio, also known as the Buckberg index, is a valuable tool for evaluation of myocardial perfusion because it reflects the balance between myocardial oxygen supply and oxygen demand. The subendocardial viability ratio can effectively evaluate the function of the coronary microcirculation and is associated with arterial stiffness. This ratio also has potential value in predicting adverse cardiovascular events and mortality in various populations. Moreover, the subendocardial viability ratio has demonstrated clinical significance in a range of diseases, including hypertension, aortic stenosis, peripheral arterial disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis. This review summarizes the applications of the subendocardial viability ratio, its particular progress in the relevant research, and its clinical significance in cardiovascular diseases.
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- Haotai Xie
- Department of Cardiology Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
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- Department of Cardiology Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
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- Department of Cardiology Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
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- Department of Cardiology Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
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- Department of Cardiology Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Peking University First Hospital Beijing China
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Stoica VC, Apostol D, Diculescu MM, Gârdan IP, Gârdan DA, Mărunțelu I, Constantinescu I. Time for micro-RNAs in steatotic liver disease: a case-control study. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1349524. [PMID: 38549763 PMCID: PMC10972903 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1349524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024] Open
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One of the challenges of modern-day living is to resist the temptation of overfeeding and sedentariness and maintain a healthy body and mind. On a favorable genetic and epigenetic background, a high-fat diet combined with lack of physical exercise constitutes the foundation for severe metabolic disturbances including steatotic liver disease. In our case-control study, we had the aim of establishing the role of selected micro-RNAs-miR-122, miR-192, miR-33a, and miR-33b-as superior biomarkers for the diagnosis and prognosis of steatotic liver in a 36-patient cohort compared to 12 healthy controls. Initial results confirmed the decline in miR-122 expression as fatty liver is progressing. However, combinations of ΔmiRs, such as ΔmiR33a_192, ΔmiR33a_122, and ΔmiR33b_122, correlate with ultrasound steatosis grade (R 2 = 0.78) while others such as ΔmiR33b_122 provide a high specificity and sensitivity in fatty liver disease with an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.85. Compared to classical biomarkers, micro-RNAs can be used for both diagnostic and prognostic purposes as their diminished expression in severe cases of steatosis is associated with higher risk of emerging hepatocellular carcinoma. Manipulating micro-RNAs through agomirs or antagomirs can be the answer to the yet unsolved problem of efficient therapy in MAFLD.
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- Victor Constantin Stoica
- Department of Gastroenterology, Fundeni Clinical Institute, Bucharest, Romania
- Immunology and Transplant Immunology, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- Immunology and Transplant Immunology, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Fundeni Clinical Institute, Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Gastroenterology, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy”, Bucharest, Romania
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- Immunology and Transplant Immunology, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
- Centre for Immunogenetics and Virology, Fundeni Clinical Institute, Bucharest, Romania
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- Immunology and Transplant Immunology, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
- Centre for Immunogenetics and Virology, Fundeni Clinical Institute, Bucharest, Romania
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Hoontrakul T, Leenanupunth C, Siantong M, Sirisreetreerux P, Phongkitkarn S, Kongchareonsombat W, Kijvikai K. Residual renal volume as a long-term independent predictive factor of developing chronic kidney disease after donor nephrectomy. Sci Rep 2024; 14:5341. [PMID: 38438514 PMCID: PMC10912707 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-55499-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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To assess the long-term association between the residual renal volume and the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in kidney donors following open or laparoscopic donor nephrectomy. A retrospective observational study involving 452 individuals who underwent open or laparoscopic donor nephrectomy at Ramathibodi Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand. The study spanned over a comprehensive 60-month monitoring period. Residual renal volume was determined through Computer Tomography. Patient characteristics, surgical techniques, donated kidney side, and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) were collected and analysed. In a multivariate analysis, a residual renal volume exceeding 50% of original volume is associated with an increased likelihood of developing CKD, with a hazard ratio (HR) of 1.675 (P < 0.05), and male gender has a hazard ratio (HR) of 4.013 (P < 0.001). Additionally, age is identified as a minor risk factor for developing CKD, with hazard ratio (HR) of 1.107 (P < 0.001). Higher residual renal volume, male gender, and older age were identified as independent risk factors for the development of CKD following open or laparoscopic donor nephrectomy during long-term follow-up.
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Ezer M, Güzel R, Uslu M, Güven S, Sarica K. Clinical characteristics of adult cases with urolithiasis from Turkey: A regional epidemiological study. Arch Ital Urol Androl 2024; 96:12181. [PMID: 38441087 DOI: 10.4081/aiua.2024.12181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/25/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the metabolic and clinical characteristics of adult cases with stone disease from a regional part of Turkey. METHODS The study included 2348 adult patients with sonography and/or computed tomography-proven urinary stones. All cases were given a questionnaire about the epidemiological features of urolithiasis. Aside from the type and severity of stoneforming risk factors, both patient (age, gender, BMI, associated comorbidities, first onset of stone disease, positive family history, educational level) and stone-related (size, number, location, chemical composition, previous stone attacks) factors have been thoroughly assessed. The data were evaluated in multiple aspects to outline the epidemiological features. RESULTS The overall mean age value of the cases was 43.3 years, and the M/F ratio was 1.34. The first onset of the disease was found to vary between 15-57 years, with a mean value of 32.4 years. While most of the stones were located in kidney and ureter, calcium-containing stones constituted the most common type (CaOx 69%, CaOxPO4 7%). More than 42% of the cases suffered from multiple stone attacks; positive family history was present in 31.6%. Among the associated comorbidities, hypertension was the most common pathology (45.8%), and the BMI index value was >30 in 31.3% of the cases. 57.7% of the patients had just one stone attack, and 42.2% had recurrent stone formation. CONCLUSIONS Our findings clearly show that important implications may be extracted from epidemiologic data acquired from local scale research to implement an effective preventative program and closely monitor the patients.
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- Mehmet Ezer
- Department of Urology, Kafkas University, Kars.
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- Department of Urology, Medistate Kavacık Hospital, Istanbul.
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- Department of Urology, Kafkas University, Kars.
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- Department of Urology, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya.
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- Department of Urology, Sancaktepe Sehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varank Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul; Department of Urology, Biruni University Medical School, Istanbul.
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Lacroix I. Adverse drug reactions on male fertility. Therapie 2024; 79:199-203. [PMID: 37973492 DOI: 10.1016/j.therap.2023.10.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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For several years, fertility disorders have been on the increase worldwide. These disorders affect both sexes, but are more pronounced in men; and in half of cases the etiology is unknown. The role of drugs in male infertility has been little studied to date. Most of the available data comes from experimental animal studies, with all their limitations. With the exception of a few drugs, such as certain anticancer agents, human data are rare. This article describes the mainly drugs known to have deleterious effects on male fertility, the mechanisms leading to these effects and methods used to assess the risk of drug-induced male infertility. It underlines the need for further work in experimental research, clinical trials and post-marketing surveillance to improve our knowledge of drugs that induce male infertility. Although these adverse effects are not life-threatening, they can have a significant impact on patients' lives.
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- Isabelle Lacroix
- "Drugs, Pregnancy and Breast-Feeding" Unit, Department of Medical and Clinical Pharmacology, Regional Centre for Pharmacovigilance, Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Information Centre (CRPV), Toulouse University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, INSERM 1295 CERPOP, 31000 Toulouse, France.
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Baghcheghi Y, Beheshti F, Seyedi F, Hedayati-Moghadam M, Askarpour H, Kheirkhah A, Golkar A, Dalfardi M, Hosseini M. The effects of pioglitazone and rosiglitazone on liver function in hypothyroid rats. J Complement Integr Med 2024; 21:123-130. [PMID: 38253264 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2023-0147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to investigate the antioxidant effect of rosiglitazone (ROG) and pioglitazone (POG) on oxidative damage and dysfunction of hepatic tissue in hypothyroid rats. METHODS The male rats were classified into six groups: (1) Control; (2) Hypothyroid, (3) Hypothyroid-POG 10, (4) Hypothyroid-POG 20, (5) Hypothyroid-ROG 2, and (6) Hypothyroid-ROG 4. To induction hypothyroidism in rats, propylthiouracil (PTU) (0.05 %w/v) was added to drinking water. In groups 2-6, besides PTU, the rats were also intraperitoneal administrated with 10 or 20 mg/kg POG or 2 or 4 mg/kg ROG for six weeks. Finally, after deep anesthesia, the blood was collected to measure the serum biochemical markers and hepatic tissue was separated for biochemical oxidative stress markers. RESULTS Administration of PTU significantly reduced serum thyroxin concentration, total thiol levels, activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) enzymes, and increased serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (Alk-P) and malondialdehyde (MDA) in the liver. Additionally, our results showed that prescription of POG or ROG for six weeks to hypothyroid rats resulted in an improvement in liver dysfunction (decrease in serum levels of AST, ALT, and ALK-P) through reducing oxidative damage in hepatic tissue (increase in CAT, SOD, or total thiols and decrease in MDA levels). CONCLUSIONS The findings of the present study presented that the IP administration of POG and ROG for six weeks improves liver dysfunction induced by hypothyroidism in juvenile rats by reducing oxidative damage.
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- Yousef Baghcheghi
- Bio Environmental Health Hazards Research Center, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
- Student Research Committee, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Neuroscience Research Center, Torbat Heydariyeh University of Medical Sciences, Torbat Heydariyeh, Iran
- Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Torbat Heydariyeh University of Medical Sciences, Torbat Heydariyeh, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, School of Medicine, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
- Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Clinical Research Development Center of Imam Khomeini Hospital, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Jiroft, Iran
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- Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Applied Biomedical Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Wesemann U, Renner KH, Rowlands K, Köhler K, Hüttermann N, Himmerich H. Incidence of mental disorders in soldiers deployed to Afghanistan who have or have not experienced a life-threatening military incident-a quasi-experimental cohort study. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1357836. [PMID: 38584933 PMCID: PMC10995976 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1357836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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Introduction There is very good international research on deployment-related mental disorders in military personnel. The incidence rates show a very wide range. A new strategy is therefore proposed in order to achieve better standardization and thus better comparability of the studies. In addition to a non-deployed comparison group, we propose to compare deployed soldiers with and without critical military incidents during the deployment. This additional distinction makes it possible to differentiate between the influencing variables of actual threat and general deployment stress. Methods N = 358 male combat soldiers deployed to Afghanistan were included in the study. Clinical interviews were conducted several days before deployment and after deployment. Of them, n = 80 soldiers suffered a life-threatening military incident during deployment, whereas 278 soldiers did not. Odds ratios (OR) were calculated for the groups with and without critical military incidents and the new onset for PTSD, anxiety disorders and depressive disorders. Results When comparing both groups, we found significantly higher 1-year incidence rates in the group with critical military incidents: 6.4% vs. 1.1% (OR 6.2) for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); 7.0% vs. 1.1% (OR 6.5) for depression; and 15.9% vs. 2.8% (OR 6.6) for anxiety disorders. The 1-year incidence rate of mental multimorbidity (PTSD with anxiety or depression) was 4.8% vs. 0.4% (OR 12.0). Discussion These results indicate that life-threatening military incidents during military deployment are important to mental health. As the different threat levels of the various missions are taken into account, additional predictors could be determined more precisely in further research.
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- Ulrich Wesemann
- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology, Bundeswehr Hospital Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Faculty of Human Sciences, Institute of Psychology, Bundeswehr University Munich, Neubiberg, Germany
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, King’s College London, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology, Bundeswehr Hospital Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology, Bundeswehr Hospital Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Psychotraumatology, Bundeswehr Hospital Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Department of Psychological Medicine, King’s College London, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), London, United Kingdom
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Gros DF, Pavlacic JM, Argyriou E, Acierno R, Hernandez-Tejada MA. Differential relations between breathing retraining, in vivo exposure, and imaginal exposure homework completion and treatment outcomes in veterans receiving prolonged exposure for PTSD. J Clin Psychol 2024. [PMID: 38367254 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.23662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Limited research exists that outlines the predictive relevance of the treatment components of prolonged exposure (PE) for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on PTSD and depression symptom outcomes. The goal of the present study was to investigate relations between participant completion of breathing retraining, in vivo exposure, and imaginal exposure exercises and symptom outcomes. METHODS A total of 58 participants completed a trial of PE as part of a larger trial on peer involvement and treatment adherence. Diagnostic and self-report measures were completed throughout treatment. Participants also recorded weekly completion of breathing retraining, in vivo exposure, and imaginal exposure exercises. Pearson correlations and hierarchical regression analyses were used to investigate relations between average weekly treatment component completion and treatment outcomes, controlling for relevant variables. RESULTS Although breathing retraining and in vivo exposures were associated with PTSD outcomes in the correlational findings, use of breathing retraining, in vivo exposures, and imaginal exposures were not reliably associated with PTSD symptom outcomes when controlling for other variables in the regression analysis. However, when investigating changes in comorbid symptoms of depression, greater use of breathing retraining was associated with decreased symptoms of depression at posttreatment. CONCLUSIONS Present findings demonstrate the differential relations between participation in various PE treatment components and posttreatment symptom outcomes. The importance of breathing retraining in addressing comorbid depressive symptoms is discussed, with emphasis on potentially increasing relaxation and positive activities more broadly to encourage further treatment benefits.
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- Daniel F Gros
- Mental Health Service, Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
- Department of Psychology & Behavioral Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Mental Health Service, Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
- Department of Psychology & Behavioral Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Mental Health Service, Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
- Department of Psychology & Behavioral Sciences, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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- Mental Health Service, Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System, Charleston, South Carolina, USA
- Louis A. Faillace, MD Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Louis A. Faillace, MD Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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Faramarzi S, Kiani B, Faramarzi S, Firouraghi N. Cancer patterns in Iran: a gender-specific spatial modelling of cancer incidence during 2014-2017. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:191. [PMID: 38342916 PMCID: PMC10860283 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-11940-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/13/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Cancer is a significant public health concern and the second leading cause of death. This study aims to visualize spatial patterns of top common cancer types and identify high-risk and low-risk counties for these cancers in Iran from 2014 to 2017. METHODS In this study, we analyzed 482,229 newly diagnosed cancer cases recorded by the Iranian National Population-Based Cancer Registry from 2014 to 2017. We employed a purely spatial scanning model and local Moran I analysis to explore spatial patterns across Iran. RESULTS Approximately 53% of all cases were male. The average age of cancer diagnosis was 62.58 ± 17.42 years for males and 56.11 ± 17.33years for females. Stomach cancer was the most common cancer in men. The northern and northwestern regions of Iran were identified as high-risk areas for stomach cancer in both genders, with a relative risk (RR) ranging from 1.26 to 2.64 in males and 1.19 to 3.32 in females. These areas recognized as high-risk areas for trachea, bronchus, and lung (TBL) cancer specifically in males (RR:1.15-2.02). Central regions of Iran were identified as high-risk areas for non-melanoma skin cancers in both genders, ranking as the second most common cancer (RR:1.18-5.93 in males and 1.24-5.38 in females). Furthermore, bladder cancer in males (RR:1.32-2.77) and thyroid cancer in females (RR:1.88-3.10) showed concentration in the central part of Iran. Breast cancer, being the most common cancer among women (RR:1.23-5.54), exhibited concentration in the northern regions of the country. Also, northern regions of Iran were identified as high-risk clusters for colon cancer (RR:1.31-3.31 in males and 1.33-4.13 in females), and prostate cancer in males (RR:1.22-2.31). Brain, nervous system cancer, ranked sixth among women (RR:1.26-5.25) in central areas. CONCLUSIONS The study's revelations on the spatial patterns of common cancer incidence in Iran provide crucial insights into the distribution and trends of these diseases. The identification of high-risk areas equips policymakers with valuable information to tailor targeted screening programs, facilitating early diagnosis and effective disease control strategies.
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- Sharareh Faramarzi
- Department of Medical Informatics, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- UQ Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Health Information Management School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Informatics, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Kathiria NV, Attur K, Bagda KM, Venkataraghavan KP, Patel K, Mustafa MB, Attur SK. Postendodontic Pain Using Single File System with Different Irrigation Protocols in Single-visit Root Canal Treatment: A Randomized Control Trial. J Contemp Dent Pract 2024; 25:180-185. [PMID: 38514417 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10024-3572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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AIM To evaluate the intensity of postendodontic pain (PEP) using final irrigation with side-vented needle (SV), EndoActivator (EA), and Ultra X (UX) in single-visit endodontics (SVE) with F-One rotary files. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total 150 patients indicated for endodontic treatment were selected. Single-visit endodontics treatment was performed under local anesthesia. For the final irrigation protocol, they were divided into three groups: group I (SV), group II (EA), and group III (UX). The severity of PEP was assessed using visual analogue scale (VAS) score after 6, 12, 24, and 48 hours. Analgesics taken by patients, for pain, were also recorded. Finally, the data were tabulated and statistically analyzed using SPSS 20.0 software at a level of significance being 0.05. RESULTS Postendodontic pain was less in group III (UX) and group II (EA) compared with group I (SV) at 6 and 12 hours, which is statistically significant (p < 0.05). There was no statistically significant difference found after 24 hours and 48 hours. CONCLUSION The intensity of PEP was minimum in patients treated with EndoActivator and ultrasonic along with single rotary file systems. The incidence of analgesic intake was similar in all three groups. How to cite this article: Kathiria NV, Attur K, Bagda KM, et al. Postendodontic Pain Using Single File System with Different Irrigation Protocols in Single-visit Root Canal Treatment: A Randomized Control Trial. J Contemp Dent Pract 2024;25(2):180-185.
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- Nishtha V Kathiria
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Visnagar, Gujarat, India, Phone: +91 9712994610, e-mail:
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Visnagar, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Goenka Research Institute of Dental Science, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shreyas Dental Clinic, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Visnagar, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College & Hospital, Visnagar, Gujarat, India
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Ahmed Z, Tahmin CI, Tahsin CT, Michopoulos V, Mohamed A, Wattero R, Albott S, Cullen KR, Lowe DA, Osborn J, Fonkoue IT. Higher arterial stiffness and blunted vagal control of the heart in young women with compared to without a clinical diagnosis of PTSD. Clin Auton Res 2024; 34:165-175. [PMID: 38324188 PMCID: PMC10947824 DOI: 10.1007/s10286-024-01014-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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PURPOSE Young women are typically thought to be protected from cardiovascular disease (CVD) before menopause. However, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) increases CVD risk in women by up to threefold. Data in predominantly male cohorts point to physiological mechanisms such as vascular and autonomic derangements as contributing to increased CVD risk. The purpose of the study reported here was to determine whether young women diagnosed with PTSD, compared to those without, present with arterial stiffness and impaired autonomic control of the heart. METHODS A total of 73 healthy young women, ranging in age from 18 to 40 years, with a history of trauma exposure were included in this study, 32 with and 41 without a clinical PTSD diagnosis. We measured resting pulse wave velocity (PWV), central hemodynamics, augmentation pressure and augmentation index (AI) via pulse wave analysis using applanation tonometry. Heart rate variability was also assessed via peripheral arterial tone. RESULTS In comparison to controls, women with PTSD showed higher central arterial pressure (mean ± standard deviation: systolic blood pressure 104 ± 8 vs. 97 ± 8 mmHg, p < 0.001; diastolic blood pressure 72 ± 7 vs. 67 ± 7 mmHg, p = 0.003), PWV (6 ± 0.3 vs. 5 ± 0.6 m/s, p < 0.001) and AI (22 ± 13 vs. 15 ± 12%, p = 0.007) but lower standard deviation of normal-to-normal intervals (SDNN; 44 ± 17 vs. 54 ± 18 ms, p = 0.005) and root mean square of successive differences between normal heartbeats (RMSSD; 37 ± 17 vs. 51 ± 22 ms, p = 0.002). CONCLUSION PTSD in young women is associated with higher brachial and central pressures, increased arterial stiffness and blunted parasympathetic control of the heart. These findings illustrate potential mechanisms underlying high risk for CVD in young women with PTSD, suggesting possible treatment targets for this at-risk group.
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- Zynab Ahmed
- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA
- Division of Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, USA
- Mental Health Service Line, Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Divisions of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, 420 Delaware St. SE (MMC 388), Minneapolis, MN, USA.
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Gao Y, Liu D, Zhou H, Dong Y, Xu X, Zhan X, Yimingniyizi N, Yao X, Xie T, Xu Y. Identification of biomarkers and potential therapeutic targets of kidney stone disease using bioinformatics. World J Urol 2024; 42:17. [PMID: 38197976 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-023-04704-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Kidney stone disease (KSD) is a common urological disease, but its pathogenesis remains unclear. In this study, we screened KSD-related hub genes using bioinformatic methods and predicted the related pathways and potential drug targets. METHODS The GSE75542 and GSE18160 datasets in the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) were selected to identify common differentially expressed genes (DEGs). We conducted Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analyses to identify enriched pathways. Finally, we constructed a hub gene-miRNA network and drug-DEG interaction network. RESULTS In total, 44 upregulated DEGs and 1 downregulated DEG were selected from the GEO datasets. Signaling pathways, such as leukocyte migration, chemokine activity, NF-κB, TNF, and IL-17, were identified in GO and KEGG. We identified 10 hub genes using Cytohubba. In addition, 21 miRNAs were predicted to regulate 4 or more hub genes, and 10 drugs targeted 2 or more DEGs. LCN2 expression was significantly different between the GEO datasets. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) analyses showed that seven hub gene expressions in HK-2 cells with CaOx treatment were significantly higher than those in the control group. CONCLUSION The 10 hub genes identified, especially LCN2, may be involved in kidney stone occurrence and development, and may provide new research targets for KSD diagnosis. Furthermore, KSD-related miRNAs may be targeted for the development of novel drugs for KSD treatment.
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- Yuchen Gao
- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China.
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200072, China.
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Temür BN, Aksoy N. Psychosocial Problems in Recipients of Kidney Transplant. EXP CLIN TRANSPLANT 2024; 22:187-191. [PMID: 38385395 DOI: 10.6002/ect.mesot2023.p18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The purpose of kidney transplant is to improve the quality of life of recipients. Improving quality of life of transplant recipients is crucial for their treatment adherence and transplant success. However, it is known that psychosocial problems experienced by kidney transplant recipients after transplant can threaten quality of life and increase mortality and morbidity rates. Therefore, in this study, we examined up-to-date literature and recommendations on psychological problems experienced by recipients after kidney transplant. MATERIALS AND METHODS Studies were identified by searching PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Web of Science databases for the past 5 years. The search terms used included "depression, anxiety," "kidney transplant recipients," "kidney transplantation," psychosocial problems," and "psychosocial issues." RESULTS Our search of relevant databases resulted in 1663 articles imported into EndNote: 243 from PubMed, 1198 from ScienceDirect, and 222 from Web of Science. Twenty-one studies that met the inclusion criteria were included. CONCLUSIONS Recent studies have indicated that kidney transplant recipients experience depression, anxiety, and stress during the posttransplant period. Support is recommended for recipients after kidney transplant, and interventions aimed at reducing depression, anxiety, and stress are needed.
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- Büşra Nur Temür
- From Faculty of Nursing, Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey
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Okorie IJ, Appiah-Kubi E, Owusu-Antwi P, Takyi E, Ugwendum D, Fernando A, Atere M, Nfonoyim J. Lupus-Induced Accelerated Heart Failure in a Young African American Female: Cardiovascular and Systemic Complications of Noncompliance to Maintenance Therapy and the Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Disease. Cureus 2024; 16:e51819. [PMID: 38327922 PMCID: PMC10847065 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune inflammatory disorder characterized by dysregulations of the immune system with intermittent and remitting symptoms. SLE affects multiple organs and systems, including the cardiovascular system. This condition is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, particularly in younger patients. Our case report describes a patient who rapidly developed structural, functional, and electrophysiological cardiac abnormalities due to lupus-induced cardiomyopathy. The accelerating cardiac events were the result of medication noncompliance. Myocarditis and other potentially fatal cardiac complications associated with SLE have been the subject of numerous studies. This presentation appears to be the first to emphasize the rarity of lupus-induced cardiomyopathy, the importance of treatment adherence, the adverse cardiac effects of targeted therapeutic interventions, and the influence of social determinants of cardiovascular health on a patient's prognosis.
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- Internal Medicine, American University of Antigua, New York, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Richmond University Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Internal Medicine, Richmond University Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Medicine, Richmond University Medical Center, New York, USA
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- Pulmonary and Critical Care, Richmond University Medical Center, New York, USA
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Hoffman RP, Yu CY. Hematologic and biochemical inflammatory markers increase with body mass and positively correlate in adolescents. Pediatr Res 2024; 95:223-226. [PMID: 37573380 DOI: 10.1038/s41390-023-02769-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease that has its origins in childhood. The goal of this study was to explore the relationships of hematologic inflammatory markers to body mass, biochemical inflammatory markers and cardiometabolic risk factors. METHODS Healthy, white, non-Hispanic identifying adolescents (n = 75, age 12 to 18 years) were enrolled. Measures studied included body mass index percentile (BMI%), neutrophil and platelet to lymphocyte ratio (NLR, PLR), pan immune inflammation value (PIV), lipids, augmentation index, reactive hyperemia, inflammatory markers (interleukin 6: IL6, c-reactive protein: CRP), complement (C3, C3a, C4, C4a, C5a) insulin secretion and insulin sensitivity (oral glucose tolerance test: Matusda index, and disposition index (DI)). RESULTS NLR (rS = 0.31, p < 0.01), PLR (rS = 0.32, p < 0.01), PIV (rS = 0.32, p < 0.01) and CRP (rS = 0.51, p < 0.001) all positively correlated with BMI% but IL-6 did not. NLR, PLR and PIV all positively correlated with each other. NLR correlated with the reactive hyperemia response (rS = 0.29, p < 0.02) but this relationship was lost when BMI% was included. NLR positively correlated with C3a, C4, CRP and IL6 even when BMI% was included. CONCLUSION In healthy adolescents hematologic markers of inflammation increase with increasing body mass and neutrocyte to lymphocyte ratio is associated with increased complement and inflammatory markers independent of obesity. IMPACT STATEMENT Hematologic and biochemical markers of inflammation increase with increased body mass in healthy adolescents. Hematologic and biochemical markers of inflammation are positively related independent of body mass in healthy adolescents. Hematologic inflammatory markers are not related to markers of cardiometabolic risk in healthy adolescents.
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- Robert P Hoffman
- Division of Endocrinology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, USA.
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- Center for Microbial Pathogenesis, The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, USA
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Öztürk C, Güngör Ö. Relationship between patellofemoral joint morphology and chondromalacia patella. Acta Radiol 2024; 65:62-67. [PMID: 37128163 DOI: 10.1177/02841851231169725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND For the normal functioning of the patellofemoral joint (PF), the relationship between the patella and the trochlear groove must be compatible. PURPOSE To investigate the relationship between patellofemoral joint morphology (PFM) and patellar chondromalacia. MATERIAL AND METHODS Overall, 136 knees of patients aged 20-55 years examined between March 2020 and March 2021 were included in this study. In all patients, trochlear sulcus angle, trochlear sulcus depth, trochlear facet asymmetry, patella alta (Insall-Salvati [IS] index), and patellar facet asymmetry were measured. Of these cases, 66 knees with an abnormality detected in any of the measurements for PFM were included in the case group. Moreover, 70 knees with demonstrating normal PFM measurements were included in the control group. RESULTS The incidence and grade of chondromalacia was higher in the case group than in the control group (P < 0.001). Between the patients with and without chondromalacia trochlear sulcus angle (mean = 138.25° ± 10.02° vs. 132.58° ± 7.24°; P = 0.001), IS index (mean = 1.25 ± 0.21 vs. 1.16 ± 0.15; P = 0.014), patellar facet asymmetry (mean = 0.77 ± 0.09 vs. 0.73 ± 0.12; P = 0.039), trochlear sulcus depth (mean = 5.39 ± 1.42 mm vs. 6.27 ± 1.04 mm; P < 0.001), and trochlear facet asymmetry (mean = 0.67 ± 0.11 vs. 0.71 ± 0.09; P = 0.023) measurements, there was a significant difference. CONCLUSION The presence of at least one of the measures indicating pathology in PFM is associated with the presence and severity of chondromalacia.
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- Cansu Öztürk
- Department of Radiology, Ankara Atatürk SanatoryumTraining and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Ankara Atatürk SanatoryumTraining and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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Thongprayoon C, Miao J, Jadlowiec C, Mao SA, Mao M, Leeaphorn N, Kaewput W, Pattharanitima P, Valencia OAG, Tangpanithandee S, Krisanapan P, Suppadungsuk S, Nissaisorakarn P, Cooper M, Cheungpasitporn W. Distinct clinical profiles and post-transplant outcomes among kidney transplant recipients with lower education levels: uncovering patterns through machine learning clustering. Ren Fail 2023; 45:2292163. [PMID: 38087474 PMCID: PMC11001364 DOI: 10.1080/0886022x.2023.2292163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Educational attainment significantly influences post-transplant outcomes in kidney transplant patients. However, research on specific attributes of lower-educated subgroups remains underexplored. This study utilized unsupervised machine learning to segment kidney transplant recipients based on education, further analyzing the relationship between these segments and post-transplant results. METHODS Using the OPTN/UNOS 2017-2019 data, consensus clustering was applied to 20,474 kidney transplant recipients, all below a college/university educational threshold. The analysis concentrated on recipient, donor, and transplant features, aiming to discern pivotal attributes for each cluster and compare post-transplant results. RESULTS Four distinct clusters emerged. Cluster 1 comprised younger, non-diabetic, first-time recipients from non-hypertensive younger donors. Cluster 2 predominantly included white patients receiving their first-time kidney transplant either preemptively or within three years, mainly from living donors. Cluster 3 included younger re-transplant recipients, marked by elevated PRA, fewer HLA mismatches. In contrast, Cluster 4 captured older, diabetic patients transplanted after prolonged dialysis duration, primarily from lower-grade donors. Interestingly, Cluster 2 showcased the most favorable post-transplant outcomes. Conversely, Clusters 1, 3, and 4 revealed heightened risks for graft failure and mortality in comparison. CONCLUSIONS Through unsupervised machine learning, this study proficiently categorized kidney recipients with lesser education into four distinct clusters. Notably, the standout performance of Cluster 2 provides invaluable insights, underscoring the necessity for adept risk assessment and tailored transplant strategies, potentially elevating care standards for this patient cohort.
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- Charat Thongprayoon
- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Transplant Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Military and Community Medicine, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Department of Internal Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathum Thani, Thailand
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Transplant Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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LaPointe S, Mehta A, Gaskins AJ. Diet and recreational drug use in relation to male reproductive health. Fertil Steril 2023; 120:1089-1097. [PMID: 37838140 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2023.10.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/16/2023]
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Diet and lifestyle interventions present promising avenues for the improvement of male fertility. Our objective was to review and synthesize the existing observational and experimental studies among humans on the associations of diet and recreational drug use with semen quality and fertility outcomes. The available data on this topic are limited and, at times, conflicting. Nevertheless, on the basis of this review, dietary patterns that are composed of higher intakes of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, low-fat dairy, and seafood, as well as lower intakes of red and processed meats, sweets, and sugar-sweetened beverages were identified as having the strongest evidence for associations with better sperm quality. However, whether these dietary patterns translate into positive associations with clinical fertility endpoints such as assisted reproductive technology success rates or time-to-pregnancy among couples trying to conceive without medical assistance remains unclear. Male caffeine and alcohol intake, within low-to-moderate ranges of intake, do not appear to be detrimental to semen quality. Yet high-quality research on this topic, focused on clinical fertility endpoints, should continue given the conflicting evidence, particularly in populations undergoing infertility treatment with assisted reproductive technology. Recreational drug use, including marijuana, electronic cigarettes, and other illicit drugs, does not appear to be beneficial for male reproductive health and should be avoided or ceased. In conclusion, men should be encouraged to consume a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, low-fat dairy, and seafood, as well as lacking in red and processed meats, sweets, and sugar-sweetened beverages, and to avoid recreational drug use for improved male reproductive health.
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- Sarah LaPointe
- Department of Epidemiology, Emory University Rollins School of Public Health, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Epidemiology, Emory University Rollins School of Public Health, Atlanta, Georgia.
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Kondashevskaya MV, Aleksankina VV, Artem'eva KA. The Search for Diagnostic Criteria to Divide the Wistar Rat Population into Phenotypes during Modeling of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Bull Exp Biol Med 2023; 176:235-240. [PMID: 38194068 DOI: 10.1007/s10517-024-06002-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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The levels of circulating hormones (corticosterone, testosterone, and leptin) and interleukins were studied in sexually mature male Wistar rats against the background of post-traumatic stress disorder (predator threat stress). It was found that in addition to the previously used anxiety index determined by animal behavior, the population of stressed individuals can be divided into stress-resistant and stress-sensitive phenotypes by the level of leptin and the index of anabolism (testosterone/corticosterone ratio). For the first time, it was determined that in stress-resistant rats, the levels of leptin and the testosterone/corticosterone index exceeds the control values, while in stress-sensitive individuals, these indicators are much lower.
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- M V Kondashevskaya
- A. P. Avtsyn Research Institute of Human Morphology, Petrovsky National Research Center of Surgery, Moscow, Russia.
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- A. P. Avtsyn Research Institute of Human Morphology, Petrovsky National Research Center of Surgery, Moscow, Russia
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- A. P. Avtsyn Research Institute of Human Morphology, Petrovsky National Research Center of Surgery, Moscow, Russia
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Alhamam A, Garabed LR, Julian S, Flannigan R. The association of medications and supplements with human male reproductive health: a systematic review. Fertil Steril 2023; 120:1112-1137. [PMID: 37898470 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2023.10.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Revised: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/30/2023]
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Some medications used to treat comorbidities and conditions in reproductive-aged individuals could have a negative impact on fertility. This may occur through hormonal disruption, toxicity to germ cells and spermatozoa, functional impact on the sperm, teratogenicity potential, or ejaculatory abnormalities. Having knowledge of these potential interactions between medications and reproductive potential is important for clinicians to be aware of and guide the patient, along with their treating clinicians, to reproductively favorable alternatives when available. This review aims to summarize the state of the literature regarding medication interactions with human male reproduction using the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System of medications.
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- Abdullah Alhamam
- Department of Urologic Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Department of Urology, College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Urologic Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Urologic Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Department of Urology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York.
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Gibson S, Johnson N, Simpson Brown S, Hartley S, Maloney K, Gossell-Williams M, Hunter T. Pregnancy outcomes in systemic lupus erythematosus: experience from a Caribbean center. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2023; 36:2204392. [PMID: 37127567 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2023.2204392] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune multi-system disorder frequently affecting black women of childbearing age. No published data exist on the obstetric outcomes in a Caribbean population. OBJECTIVE We analyzed pregnancy outcomes in an Afro-Caribbean cohort of women with SLE at a tertiary university hospital. METHODS A retrospective cohort study was performed of all pregnant women with SLE prior to pregnancy from January 1990 to December 2021 at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI), Jamaica. Maternal rheumatologic, obstetric, fetal/neonatal data were analyzed. Descriptive statistical analyses were performed. To determine if outcomes were associated with various factors, Spearman's rho was followed by logistic regression analysis to estimate unadjusted odds ratios with statistical significance at p < 0.05. RESULTS A total of 56 pregnancies in 47 women were identified with SLE. Live births were 87.5%, with 10.7% spontaneous miscarriages and no neonatal deaths. Prednisone was the most used drug in 67.9% of patients. 85% of women had an adverse outcome with an adverse fetal outcome occurring in 55% of cases. Prednisone was associated with an adverse fetal/neonatal outcome (Spearman's rho = 0.38; p = .004). CONCLUSION In this first Caribbean series on SLE in pregnancy, reasonably successful pregnancy outcomes are achievable in Afro-Caribbean women managed in multidisciplinary centers.
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- Shanea Gibson
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston
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- Department of Medicine, University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of the West Indies, Mona, Kingston
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Capuozzo M, Celotto V, Landi L, Ferrara F, Sabbatino F, Perri F, Cascella M, Granata V, Santorsola M, Ottaiano A. Beyond Body Size: Adiponectin as a Key Player in Obesity-Driven Cancers. Nutr Cancer 2023; 75:1848-1862. [PMID: 37873648 DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2023.2272343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/25/2023]
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Obesity, a complex and multifactorial disease influenced by genetic, environmental, and psychological factors, has reached epidemic proportions globally, posing a significant health challenge. In addition to its established association with cardiovascular disease and type II diabetes, obesity has been implicated as a risk factor for various cancers. However, the precise biological mechanisms linking obesity and cancer remain largely understood. Adipose tissue, an active endocrine organ, produces numerous hormones and bioactive molecules known as adipokines, which play a crucial role in metabolism, immune responses, and systemic inflammation. Notably, adiponectin (APN), the principal adipocyte secretory protein, exhibits reduced expression levels in obesity. In this scoping review, we explore and discuss the role of APN in influencing cancer in common malignancies, including lung, breast, colorectal, prostate, gastric, and endometrial cancers. Our review aims to emphasize the critical significance of investigating this field, as it holds great potential for the development of innovative treatment strategies that specifically target obesity-related malignancies. Furthermore, the implementation of more rigorous and comprehensive prevention and treatment policies for obesity is imperative in order to effectively mitigate the risk of associated diseases, such as cancer.
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- Oncology Unit, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry, University of Salerno, Baronissi, Salerno, Italy
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- Istituto Nazionale Tumori di Napoli, IRCCS "G. Pascale", Naples, Italy
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- Istituto Nazionale Tumori di Napoli, IRCCS "G. Pascale", Naples, Italy
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- Istituto Nazionale Tumori di Napoli, IRCCS "G. Pascale", Naples, Italy
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Lee T, Lee J, Shin DH, Lee H, Kim SK. Prognostic and Diagnostic Power of Delta Neutrophil Index and Mean Platelet Component in Febrile Patients with Suspected Sepsis. Biomedicines 2023; 11:3190. [PMID: 38137411 PMCID: PMC10740452 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11123190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The delta neutrophil index (DNI), a prognostic and diagnostic marker for sepsis, is based on the leukocyte count. Platelet activation, similar to leukocyte activation, plays a crucial role in host defense against pathogens and may serve as a predictor of sepsis outcome. However, the combined evaluation of mean platelet component (MPC) and DNI has rarely been used to assess sepsis. METHODS To assess the prognostic and diagnostic validity of the simultaneous evaluation of DNI and MPC in cases of human febrile sepsis, we conducted measurements of cellular indices, including DNI and MPC, as well as molecular biomarkers, including procalcitonin (PCT) and C-reactive protein (CRP). This study was carried out in patients admitted to the emergency department with suspected sepsis. RESULTS Using a cutoff value of 2.65%, the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), and negative predictive value (NPV) of the DNI in sepsis were found to be 69%, 73.9%, 77.9%, and 64.1%, respectively. Furthermore, significant differences in DNI and MPC levels were observed between the sepsis and non-sepsis groups (6.7 ± 7.8% versus 2.1 ± 2.2% (p = 0.000) and 26.0 ± 1.9 g/dL versus 26.8 ± 1.4 g/dL (p = 0.002), respectively). Notably, there was a negative correlation between DNI and MPC, with the strength of the correlation varying based on the cause of sepsis. By setting the cutoff value of the DNI to 6.2%, its sensitivity, specificity, and NPV improved to 100%, 80.3%, and 100%, respectively, although the PPV remained at 10.6%. CONCLUSIONS In our study, the DNI demonstrates superior effectiveness compared with other molecular biomarkers, such as CRP and procalcitonin, in distinguishing septic febrile patients from non-septic febrile patients. Additionally, a negative correlation exists between MPC and DNI, making MPC a valuable marker for differentiating the etiology of sepsis. These findings hold significant clinical implications, as DNI/MPC evaluation is a cost-effective and readily applicable approach in various impending sepsis scenarios. Notably, this study represents the first examination of the prognostic and diagnostic validity of employing the simultaneous evaluation of DNI and MPC in human cases of febrile sepsis.
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- Taehun Lee
- Department of Emergency Medicine, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Konyang University Hospital, Daejeon 35465, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Chuncheon 24253, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Microbiology, Wonju College of Medicine, Research Institute of Metabolism and Inflammation Research, Yonsei University, Wonju 26426, Republic of Korea
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Tiwari R, Gupta RP, Singh VK, Kumar A, Rajneesh, Madhukar P, Sundar S, Gautam V, Kumar R. Nanotechnology-Based Strategies in Parasitic Disease Management: From Prevention to Diagnosis and Treatment. ACS Omega 2023; 8:42014-42027. [PMID: 38024747 PMCID: PMC10655914 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c04587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Parasitic infections are a major global health issue causing significant mortality and morbidity. Despite substantial advances in the diagnostics and treatment of these diseases, the currently available options fall far short of expectations. From diagnosis and treatment to prevention and control, nanotechnology-based techniques show promise as an alternative approach. Nanoparticles can be designed with specific properties to target parasites and deliver antiparasitic medications and vaccines. Nanoparticles such as liposomes, nanosuspensions, polymer-based nanoparticles, and solid lipid nanoparticles have been shown to overcome limitations such as limited bioavailability, poor cellular permeability, nonspecific distribution, and rapid drug elimination from the body. These nanoparticles also serve as nanobiosensors for the early detection and treatment of these diseases. This review aims to summarize the potential applications of nanoparticles in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of parasitic diseases such as leishmaniasis, malaria, and trypanosomiasis. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of these applications and their market values and highlights the need for further research in this field.
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- Rahul Tiwari
- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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Microbiology, Department of Botany, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Department
of Medicine, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Department
of Medicine, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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- Centre
of Experimental Medicine & Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221 005, India
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Maiese K. The impact of aging and oxidative stress in metabolic and nervous system disorders: programmed cell death and molecular signal transduction crosstalk. Front Immunol 2023; 14:1273570. [PMID: 38022638 PMCID: PMC10663950 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1273570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Life expectancy is increasing throughout the world and coincides with a rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), especially for metabolic disease that includes diabetes mellitus (DM) and neurodegenerative disorders. The debilitating effects of metabolic disorders influence the entire body and significantly affect the nervous system impacting greater than one billion people with disability in the peripheral nervous system as well as with cognitive loss, now the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. Metabolic disorders, such as DM, and neurologic disease remain a significant challenge for the treatment and care of individuals since present therapies may limit symptoms but do not halt overall disease progression. These clinical challenges to address the interplay between metabolic and neurodegenerative disorders warrant innovative strategies that can focus upon the underlying mechanisms of aging-related disorders, oxidative stress, cell senescence, and cell death. Programmed cell death pathways that involve autophagy, apoptosis, ferroptosis, and pyroptosis can play a critical role in metabolic and neurodegenerative disorders and oversee processes that include insulin resistance, β-cell function, mitochondrial integrity, reactive oxygen species release, and inflammatory cell activation. The silent mating type information regulation 2 homolog 1 (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) (SIRT1), AMP activated protein kinase (AMPK), and Wnt1 inducible signaling pathway protein 1 (WISP1) are novel targets that can oversee programmed cell death pathways tied to β-nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), nicotinamide, apolipoprotein E (APOE), severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS-CoV-2) exposure with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and trophic factors, such as erythropoietin (EPO). The pathways of programmed cell death, SIRT1, AMPK, and WISP1 offer exciting prospects for maintaining metabolic homeostasis and nervous system function that can be compromised during aging-related disorders and lead to cognitive impairment, but these pathways have dual roles in determining the ultimate fate of cells and organ systems that warrant thoughtful insight into complex autofeedback mechanisms.
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- Kenneth Maiese
- Innovation and Commercialization, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, United States
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Jacob S, Mahalingam H. Medial condyle hypoplasia in adolescent and young adult patients with trochlear dysplasia: a retrospective study. Radiol Bras 2023; 56:321-326. [PMID: 38504818 PMCID: PMC10948159 DOI: 10.1590/0100-3984.2023.0051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/21/2024] Open
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Objective To determine the association between medial femoral condyle hypoplasia and trochlear dysplasia by analyzing the knee magnetic resonance imaging scans of young patients with or without trochlear dysplasia. Materials and Methods This was a retrospective analysis of magnetic resonance imaging scans of the knees of young individuals (16-35 years of age): 30 patients with trochlear dysplasia and 30 individuals with no signs of patellofemoral instability. The ratios between the depth, width, and height of the medial and lateral femoral condyles (dLC/dMC, wLC/wMC, and hLC/hMC, respectively) were calculated, as was the ratio between the width of the medial condyle and the total width of the femur (wMC/FW). All of the values were determined in consensus by two radiologists. Results We evaluated 60 patients: 30 with trochlear dysplasia and 30 without. The mean dLC/dMC, wLC/wMC, and hLC/hMC ratios were higher in the patients than in the controls (p < 0.05), whereas the mean wMC/FW ratio was lower in the patients (p < 0.05). The optimal cutoff values, obtained by calculating the areas under the receiver operating characteristic curves, were 1.0465 for the dLC/dMC ratio (76% sensitivity and 63.3% specificity), 0.958 for the wLC/wMC ratio (80% sensitivity and 73.3% specificity), and 1.080 for the hLC/hMC ratio (93.3% sensitivity and 93.3% specificity). Conclusion Our findings confirm our hypothesis that trochlear dysplasia is associated with medial condyle hypoplasia.
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- Sruthi Jacob
- Department of Radiodiagnosis, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and
Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and
Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Nielsen JLM, Majzoub A, Esteves S, Humaidan P. Unraveling the Impact of Sperm DNA Fragmentation on Reproductive Outcomes. Semin Reprod Med 2023; 41:241-257. [PMID: 38092034 DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1777324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/20/2024]
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In recent years, there has been a growing interest in identifying subcellular causes of male infertility, and sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) research has been at the forefront of this focus. DNA damage can occur during spermatogenesis due to faulty chromatin compaction or excessive abortive apoptosis. It can also happen as sperm transit through the genital tract, often induced by oxidative stress. There are several methods for SDF testing, with the sperm chromatin structure assay, terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase d-UTI nick end labeling (TUNEL) assay, comet assay, and sperm chromatin dispersion test being the most commonly used. Numerous studies strongly support the negative impact of SDF on male fertility potential. DNA damage has been linked to various morphological and functional sperm abnormalities, ultimately affecting natural conception and assisted reproductive technology outcomes. This evidence-based review aims to explore how SDF influences male reproduction and provide insights into available therapeutic options to minimize its detrimental impact.
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- Jeanett L M Nielsen
- The Fertility Clinic, Skive Regional Hospital, Skive, Denmark
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Viborg Regional Hospital, Viborg, Denmark
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- Department of Urology, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
- Department of Clinical Urology, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Doha, Qatar
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- ANDROFERT, Andrology and Human Reproduction Clinic, Campinas, Brazil
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
- Faculty of Health, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- The Fertility Clinic, Skive Regional Hospital, Skive, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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Nizamdeen FN, Quamri MA, Anzar Alam M. Efficacy of Habb-e-Asab in diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a randomized placebo control study. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol 2023; 34:735-744. [PMID: 35026880 DOI: 10.1515/jbcpp-2021-0330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a common diabetes complication. The prevalence of neuropathy is 55% for type 1 and 66% for type 2 diabetes. In Unani medicine neuropathy is known as Khidr (numbness). It is treated with drugs possessing hypoglycemic and analgesic properties, etc. Habb-e-Asab, a polyherbal Unani formulation used for the treatment of Waja-ul-Asab (neuralgia) is routinely used for its indications in neurological pain in Unani medicine. The aim of this study to investigate the efficacy of Habb-e-Asab in diabetic peripheral neuropathy. METHODS Thirty patients with DPN were randomly assigned to test (n=20) and control (n=10) groups in a randomized single-blind placebo control study. For 45 days, the test group was given 250 mg Habb-e-Asab twice a day and the control group 250 mg placebo twice a day. The subjective parameters Pain in feet, burning in feet, and tingling in feet was assessed by the arbitrary scale and VAS fortnightly and objective parameters MNSI, and VPT was assessed in pre-post-treatment. RESULTS The research drug revealed highly statistically significant with p<0.001 on VAS score and MNSI whereas VPT is significant with p<0.01 on few points. But control group exhibits no significant effect in any of the parameters. No adverse effects had been reported in either group. CONCLUSIONS Our finding indicated that the Habb-e-Asab for 45 days improved and reduced the severity of DPN in a patient with diabetes (CTRI/2018/02/011725).
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- Department of Moalajat, National Institute of Unani Medicine, Bangalore, India
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Castillo-Alonso C, Tabilo L, López-Lázaro S. Use of dimensions in posterior dentition for sex estimation in forensic contexts: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Oral Biol 2023; 155:105782. [PMID: 37611493 DOI: 10.1016/j.archoralbio.2023.105782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/05/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study assessed the validity of dimensions in posterior dentition for sex estimation in forensic contexts. DESIGN A systematic review was established following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA). After assessing the risk of bias and methodological quality with the QUADAS-2 system, the data were subjected to statistical tests for a meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy and I2 to verify the heterogeneity. RESULTS The search resulted in 15 studies that underwent qualitative testing, all were selected for quantitative analysis. The papers included: the mesiodistal of the upper first molar, lower first molar, and upper second molar, and the buccolingual of the upper first molar and upper second molar. The results showed that sensitivity and specificity rates were lower with the mesiodistal diameter, with rates of 0.577 for the lower first molar, 0.674 for the upper first molar, and 0.698 for the upper second molar, while the rates were higher with the buccolingual diameter, with 0.724 for the upper first molar, and 0.743 for the upper second molar. The power to estimate sex is greater for males than for females. High heterogeneity was detected among the studies of almost all dimensions, except sensibility for the lower first molar and specificity for the upper second molar. CONCLUSIONS None of the dimensions reached an accuracy of ≥80%, however, so they are not a reliable method for sex estimation in forensic practice.
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- Camila Castillo-Alonso
- Departamento de Antropología, Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, Universidad de Chile, Av. Ignacio Carrera Pinto 1045, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Antropología, Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, Universidad de Chile, Av. Ignacio Carrera Pinto 1045, Santiago, Chile
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- Departamento de Antropología, Facultad de Ciencias Sociales, Universidad de Chile, Av. Ignacio Carrera Pinto 1045, Santiago, Chile; Forensic Dentistry Lab, Centro de Investigación en Odontología Legal y Forense -CIO, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile.
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Sadeghi A, Niknam M, Momeni-Moghaddam MA, Shabani M, Aria H, Bastin A, Teimouri M, Meshkani R, Akbari H. Crosstalk between autophagy and insulin resistance: evidence from different tissues. Eur J Med Res 2023; 28:456. [PMID: 37876013 PMCID: PMC10599071 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-023-01424-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
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Insulin is a critical hormone that promotes energy storage in various tissues, as well as anabolic functions. Insulin resistance significantly reduces these responses, resulting in pathological conditions, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The management of insulin resistance requires better knowledge of its pathophysiological mechanisms to prevent secondary complications, such as cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Recent evidence regarding the etiological mechanisms behind insulin resistance emphasizes the role of energy imbalance and neurohormonal dysregulation, both of which are closely regulated by autophagy. Autophagy is a conserved process that maintains homeostasis in cells. Accordingly, autophagy abnormalities have been linked to a variety of metabolic disorders, including insulin resistance, T2DM, obesity, and CVDs. Thus, there may be a link between autophagy and insulin resistance. Therefore, the interaction between autophagy and insulin function will be examined in this review, particularly in insulin-responsive tissues, such as adipose tissue, liver, and skeletal muscle.
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- Asie Sadeghi
- Student Research Committee, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Noncommunicable Diseases Research Center, Fasa University of Medical Sciences, Fasa, Iran
- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Clinical Research Development Center "The Persian Gulf Martyrs" Hospital, Bushehr University of Medical Sciences, Bushehr, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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Golpasandi H, Rahimi MR, Ahmadi S, Łubkowska B, Cięszczyk P. Effects of Vitamin D3 Supplementation and Aerobic Training on Autophagy Signaling Proteins in a Rat Model Type 2 Diabetes Induced by High-Fat Diet and Streptozotocin. Nutrients 2023; 15:4024. [PMID: 37764807 PMCID: PMC10535215 DOI: 10.3390/nu15184024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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The aim of this study was to investigate the combined effects of vitamin D3 supplementation and aerobic training on regulating the autophagy process in rats with type 2 diabetic induced by a high-fat diet and streptozotocin. A total of 40 Wistar rats were divided into five groups: normal control (NC), diabetic control (DC), diabetic + aerobic training (DAT), diabetic + vitamin D3 (DVD), and diabetic + aerobic training + vitamin D3 (DVDAT). The rats underwent eight weeks of aerobic training with an intensity of 60% maximum running speed for one hour, along with weekly subcutaneous injections of 10,000 units of vitamin D3. The protein levels of different autophagy markers were assessed in the left ventricular heart tissue. The results showed that the protein levels of AMPK, pAMPK, mTOR, and pmTOR were significantly lower in the DC group compared to the NC group. Conversely, the levels of ULK, Beclin-1, LC3II, Fyco, and Cathepsin D proteins were significantly higher in the DC group. However, the interventions of aerobic training and vitamin D3 supplementation, either individually or in combination, led to increased levels of AMPK, pAMPK, mTOR, and pmTOR, and decreased levels of ULK, Beclin-1, LC3II, Fyco, and Cathepsin D (p < 0.05). Additionally, the aerobic capacity in the DAT and DVDAT groups was significantly higher compared to the NC, DC, and DVD groups (p < 0.05). These findings suggest that type 2 diabetes is associated with excessive autophagy in the left ventricle. However, after eight weeks of vitamin D3 supplementation and aerobic training, a significant reduction in excessive autophagy was observed in rats with type 2 diabetes.
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- Hadi Golpasandi
- Department of Exercise Physiology, University of Kurdistan, Sanandaj 66177-15175, Iran;
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj 66186-34683, Iran;
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- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gorskiego 1, 80-336 Gdansk, Poland; (B.Ł.); (P.C.)
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- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport, Gorskiego 1, 80-336 Gdansk, Poland; (B.Ł.); (P.C.)
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Zhou L, Mei J, Cao R, Liu X, Fu B, Ma M, Gong B, Luo L, Liu Y, Zhu Q, Meng X. Integrative analysis identifies AKAP8L as an immunological and prognostic biomarker of pan-cancer. Aging (Albany NY) 2023; 15:8851-8872. [PMID: 37683130 PMCID: PMC10522372 DOI: 10.18632/aging.205003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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A-kinase anchoring protein 8L (AKAP8L) belong to the A-kinase anchoring protein (AKAP) family. Recent studies have proved that AKAP8L is associated with the progression of various tumors. To establish a more complete understanding of the significance of AKAP8L across various types of cancers, we conducted a detailed analysis of multiple histological datasets, including the level of gene expression in pancancer, biological function, molecular characteristics, as well as the diagnostic and prognostic value of AKAP8L in pancancer. Furthermore, we focused on renal clear cell carcinoma (KIRC), and of explored the correlation of AKAP8L with clinical characteristics, prognosis of distinct patient subsets, co-expression genes and differentially expressed genes (DEG). We also performed the immunohistochemical staining and semi-quantitative verification of the monoclonal antibody established by AKAP8L. Our findings indicate that AKAP8L expression varied significantly not only across most cancer types, but also across different cancer molecules and immune subtypes. In addition, the robust ability to accurately predict cancer and its strong correlation with the prognosis of cancer strongly suggest that AKAP8L may be a potential biomarker for cancer diagnosis and prognosis. Furthermore, the high expression levels of AKAP8L were related to the worse overall survival (OS), disease-specific survival (DSS) as well as progression-free interval (PFI) of KIRC with statistical significance, especially among distinct clinical subgroups of KIRC. To sum up, AKAP8L has the potential to serve as a critical molecular biomarker for the diagnosis and prognosis of pancancer, an independent prognostic risk factor of KIRC, and a novel molecular target for cancer therapies.
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- Libo Zhou
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Pathology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Pathology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, P.R. China
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Abebe A, Kebede Z, Demissie DB. Practice of Pre-Hospital Emergency Care and Associated Factors in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Facility-Based Cross-Sectional Study Design. Open Access Emerg Med 2023; 15:277-287. [PMID: 37701880 PMCID: PMC10493197 DOI: 10.2147/oaem.s424814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023] Open
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Background Medical emergencies require quick field interventions and stabilization before transport, while rapid transportation to definitive healthcare with fewer field interventions improves trauma outcomes. Poor prehospital healthcare practices negatively impact patients' health, and limited studies exist on providers' practices in resource-limited areas like Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess the practice of pre-hospital emergency care and associated factors at pre-hospital health facilities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Methods A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted 191 pre-hospital healthcare providers, of which 20 randomly selected participants were participated in the observational study from October 2021 to February 2022 in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. Data was collected using a checklist and self-administered questionnaire. Data was cleaned, entered into Epi data version 4.4, and exported to SPSS software for analysis. Binary and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed, with a P-value of 0.05 considered statistically significant. Results The study found that 43% (82) of pre-hospital healthcare providers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, had good practice in pre-hospital emergency care. The identified factors that increased the odds of good practice in pre-hospital emergency care were: being able to provide advanced life support (AOR = 88.99; 95% CI: 27.143-291.603); adequate monitoring and defibrillators (AOR = 5.829; 95% CI: 1.430-23.765); having work experience of 4-5 years (AOR = 5.86; 95% CI: 1.424-24.109); and having the opportunity to continue education (AOR = 31.953; 95% 6.479-157.591). Conclusions and Recommendations The study found high levels of poor practice among pre-hospital healthcare providers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Factors contributing to good practice include being trained in advanced Life Support, adequate monitoring, defibrillators, work experience, and having the opportunity to continue education. Therefore, policymakers and health planners should establish teaching and training centres based on Ministry of Health and Education guidelines.
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- Azanaw Abebe
- Schools of Nursing, St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Schools of Nursing, St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Guile L, Lee A, Gutiérrez JM. Factors associated with mortality after snakebite envenoming in children: a scoping review. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg 2023; 117:617-627. [PMID: 37264929 PMCID: PMC10472879 DOI: 10.1093/trstmh/trad031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2023] [Revised: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023] Open
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Snakebite envenoming is an important public health issue in many tropical and subtropical countries, where the burden of morbidity and mortality falls particularly on impoverished rural communities. Children are an especially vulnerable group. This scoping review provides an overview of the extent, type and content of peer-reviewed evidence regarding factors associated with mortality in snakebite-envenomed children. A comprehensive literature search of MEDLINE and the Global Index Medicus yielded 623 articles, of which 15 met the criteria for inclusion; 67% of studies were conducted in India, with the remaining studies taking place in Papua New Guinea, Morocco and The Gambia. There was a notable scarcity of eligible studies from sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America despite the high burden of envenoming in these regions. The risk factors for mortality that were identified by the greatest number of studies were younger patient age (n=4), delay in administration of antivenom (n=4) and acute kidney injury (n=3). Identification of poor prognostic factors can assist clinicians in making timely referrals to centres with paediatric critical care capability. Future research must address the lack of studies from key geographical regions so that evidence-based improvements to the care of this vulnerable group can be implemented.
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- Lucy Guile
- Peninsula Medical School, University of Plymouth, Plymouth PL6 8BU, UK
- Department of Anaesthesia, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Plymouth PL6 8DH, UK
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- Peninsula Medical School, University of Plymouth, Plymouth PL6 8BU, UK
- Department of Anaesthesia, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, Plymouth PL6 8DH, UK
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- Instituto Clodomiro Picado, School of Microbiology, University of Costa Rica, San José 11501, Costa Rica
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Bhattarai HK, Bhusal S, Barone-Adesi F, Hubloue I. Prehospital Emergency Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review. Prehosp Disaster Med 2023; 38:495-512. [PMID: 37492946 PMCID: PMC10445116 DOI: 10.1017/s1049023x23006088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2023] [Revised: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/27/2023]
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BACKGROUND An under-developed and fragmented prehospital Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system is a major obstacle to the timely care of emergency patients. Insufficient emphasis on prehospital emergency systems in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) currently causes a substantial number of avoidable deaths from time-sensitive illnesses, highlighting a critical need for improved prehospital emergency care systems. Therefore, this systematic review aimed to assess the prehospital emergency care services across LMICs. METHODS This systematic review used four electronic databases, namely: PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, and SCOPUS, to search for published reports on prehospital emergency medical care in LMICs. Only peer-reviewed studies published in English language from January 1, 2010 through November 1, 2022 were included in the review. The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS) and Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist were used to assess the methodological quality of the included studies. Further, the protocol of this systematic review has been registered on the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) database (Ref: CRD42022371936) and has been conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. RESULTS Of the 4,909 identified studies, a total of 87 studies met the inclusion criteria and were therefore included in the review. Prehospital emergency care structure, transport care, prehospital times, health outcomes, quality of information exchange, and patient satisfaction were the most reported outcomes in the considered studies. CONCLUSIONS The prehospital care system in LMICs is fragmented and uncoordinated, lacking trained medical personnel and first responders, inadequate basic materials, and substandard infrastructure.
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- Hari Krishna Bhattarai
- Program in Global Health, Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Medicine, Università del Piemonte Orientale, Novara, Italy, and Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- CRIMEDIM – Center for Research and Training in Disaster Medicine, Humanitarian Aid and Global Health, Università del Piemonte Orientale, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium Research Group on Emergency and Disaster Medicine, Medical School, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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Ying R, Mittal A, Hajifathalian K. Rare Manifestation of Pancreaticobiliary Cancer With Extrahepatic Lesions. Cureus 2023; 15:e43276. [PMID: 37692734 PMCID: PMC10492588 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.43276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Pancreaticobiliary cancers are uncommon neoplasms, frequently diagnosed at an advanced stage with metastasis to the liver, lung, or peritoneum. Here, we report an extraordinary case of a patient presenting with both hepatic and extrahepatic lesions, including bone involvement, but without discernible disease in the biliary system or pancreas. Eventual pathological evidence supports the origin of primary pancreaticobiliary carcinoma. This case report aims to stimulate discourse regarding the consideration of pancreaticobiliary cancers as a potential cause of extrahepatic metastatic lesions. Increased awareness of such atypical presentations is crucial for early diagnosis and optimal patient management.
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- Ruochen Ying
- Department of Medicine, Rutgers University, New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Rutgers University, New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Rutgers University, New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA
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Liu F, Yang P, Wang Y, Shi M, Wang R, Xu Q, Peng Y, Chen J, Zhang J, Wang A, Xu T, Zhang Y, He J. HS-CRP Modifies the Prognostic Value of Platelet Count for Clinical Outcomes After Ischemic Stroke. J Am Heart Assoc 2023:e030007. [PMID: 37449575 PMCID: PMC10382093 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.123.030007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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Background We examined whether the relationship between baseline platelet count and clinical outcomes is modulated by HS-CRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein) in patients with ischemic stroke. Methods and Results A total of 3267 patients with ischemic stroke were included in the analysis. The primary outcome was a combination of death and major disability at 1 year after ischemic stroke. Secondary outcomes included major disability, death, vascular events, composite outcome of vascular events or death, and an ordered 7-level categorical score of the modified Rankin Scale at 1 year. Multivariate logistic regression and Cox proportional hazards regression models were used to assess the association between the baseline platelet count and clinical outcomes stratified by HS-CRP levels when appropriate. There was an interaction effect of platelet count and HS-CRP on the adverse clinical outcomes after ischemic stroke (all Pinteraction<0.05). The elevated platelet count was significantly associated with the primary outcome (odds ratio [OR], 3.14 [95% CI, 1.77-5.58]), major disability (OR, 2.07 [95% CI, 1.15-3.71]), death (hazard ratio [HR], 2.75 [95% CI, 1.31-5.79]), and composite outcome of vascular events or death (HR, 2.57 [95% CI, 1.38-4.87]) among patients with high HS-CRP levels (all Ptrend<0.05). Conclusions The HS-CRP levels had a modifying effect on the association between platelet count and clinical outcomes in patients with ischemic stroke. Elevated platelet count was significantly associated with adverse clinical outcomes in patients with ischemic stroke with high HS-CRP levels, but not in those with low HS-CRP levels. These findings suggest that strategies for anti-inflammatory and antiplatelet therapy should be developed according to the results of both platelet and HS-CRP testing.
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- Fanghua Liu
- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
- Department of Epidemiology Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine New Orleans LA
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Neurology Affiliated Hospital of North China University of Science and Technology Tangshan Hebei China
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- Department of Epidemiology Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine New Orleans LA
- Department of Medicine Tulane University School of Medicine New Orleans LA
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- Department of Neurology The 960th Hospital of People's Liberation Army Jinan Shandong China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health and Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Preventive and Translational Medicine for Geriatric Diseases Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University Suzhou China
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- Department of Epidemiology Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine New Orleans LA
- Department of Medicine Tulane University School of Medicine New Orleans LA
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Barrón-Cabrera E, Soria-Rodríguez R, Amador-Lara F, Martínez-López E. Physical Activity Protocols in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Management: A Systematic Review of Randomized Clinical Trials and Animal Models. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:1992. [PMID: 37510432 PMCID: PMC10379178 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11141992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is closely associated with other metabolic disease and cardiovascular disease. Regular exercise reduces hepatic fat content and could be the first-line treatment in the management of NAFLD. This review aims to summarize the current evidence of the beneficial effects of exercise training and identify the molecular pathways involved in the response to exercise to define their role in the resolution of NAFLD both in animal and human studies. According to the inclusion criteria, 43 animal studies and 14 RCTs were included in this systematic review. Several exercise modalities were demonstrated to have a positive effect on liver function. Physical activity showed a strong association with improvement in inflammation, and reduction in steatohepatitis and fibrosis in experimental models. Furthermore, both aerobic and resistance exercise in human studies were demonstrated to reduce liver fat, and to improve insulin resistance and blood lipids, regardless of weight loss, although aerobic exercises may be more effective. Resistance exercise is more feasible for patients with NAFLD with poor cardiorespiratory fitness. More effort and awareness should be dedicated to encouraging NAFLD patients to adopt an active lifestyle and benefit from it its effects in order to reduce this growing public health problem.
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- Elisa Barrón-Cabrera
- Faculty of Nutrition and Gastronomy Sciences, Autonomous University of Sinaloa, Culiacan 80010, Mexico
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- Program in Physical Activity and Lifestyle, University Center of Health Sciences, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44100, Mexico
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- Department of Medical Clinics, University Center of Health Sciences, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44100, Mexico
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- Institute of Translational Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics, Department of Molecular and Genomic Biology, University Center of Health Sciences, University of Guadalajara, Guadalajara 44100, Mexico
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Gajić M, Schröder-Heurich B, Horvat Mercnik M, Cervar-Zivkovic M, Wadsack C, von Versen-Höynck F, Mayer-Pickel K. The Impact of Hydroxychloroquine on Primary Feto-Placental Endothelial Cells from Healthy and Early-Onset Preeclamptic Placentas. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:10934. [PMID: 37446111 PMCID: PMC10341411 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241310934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), an anti-malarial drug, is suggested as a promising candidate for the treatment of pregnancy-related disorders associated with endothelial activation, among which there is preeclampsia (PE). Arterial feto-placental endothelial cells (fpECAs) were isolated from control (CTR) and early-onset preeclamptic (EO-PE) placentas. The aim of this study was to test potential protective effects of HCQ in an in vitro model of endothelial activation as well as in cells isolated from EO-PE placentas. To mimic PE conditions, CTR fpECAs were exposed to a pro-inflammatory environment consisting of tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), interleukin (IL)-6 and IL-1β (furtherly referred as MIX) with or without varying concentrations of HCQ (1 µg/mL and 10 µg/mL). Their effect on wound healing and endothelial barrier integrity was analyzed. Variations in the expression of IL-8 and leukocyte adhesion molecules (LAM) on both mRNA and protein levels were determined between CTR and PE fpECAs in the presence or absence of HCQ. MIX decreased wound healing and stability of the endothelial barrier, but HCQ did not affect it. Significant differences between CTR and EO-PE fpECAs were observed in IL-8 mRNA, protein secretion, and vascular cell adhesion protein 1 (VCAM-1) mRNA expression levels. After challenging CTR fpECAs with MIX, upregulation of both mRNA and protein levels was observed in all molecules. Combined treatment of HCQ and MIX slightly lowered VCAM-1 total protein amount. In CTR fpECAs, treatment with low concentrations of HCQ alone (1 µg/mL) reduced basal levels of IL-8 and VCAM-1 mRNA and secretion of IL-8, while in EO-PE fpECAs, a higher (10µg/mL) HCQ concentration slightly reduced the gene expression of IL-8. Conclusion: These results provide additional support for the safety of HCQ, as it did not adversely affect endothelial functionality in control fpECAs at the tested concentration. Furthermore, the observed limited effects on IL-8 secretion in EO-PE fpECAs warrant further investigation, highlighting the need for clinical trials to assess the potential therapeutic effects of HCQ in preeclampsia. Conducting clinical trials would offer a more comprehensive understanding of HCQ's efficacy and safety, allowing us to explore its potential benefits and limitations in a real-world clinical setting.
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- Maja Gajić
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 14, A-8036 Graz, Austria; (M.G.); (M.H.M.); (M.C.-Z.); (C.W.)
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- Gynecology Research Unit, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Strasse 1, D-30625 Hannover, Germany; (B.S.-H.); (F.v.V.-H.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 14, A-8036 Graz, Austria; (M.G.); (M.H.M.); (M.C.-Z.); (C.W.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 14, A-8036 Graz, Austria; (M.G.); (M.H.M.); (M.C.-Z.); (C.W.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 14, A-8036 Graz, Austria; (M.G.); (M.H.M.); (M.C.-Z.); (C.W.)
- BioTechMed-Graz, Mozartgasse 12/II, A-8010 Graz, Austria
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- Gynecology Research Unit, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Strasse 1, D-30625 Hannover, Germany; (B.S.-H.); (F.v.V.-H.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Strasse 1, D-30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 14, A-8036 Graz, Austria; (M.G.); (M.H.M.); (M.C.-Z.); (C.W.)
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Ortega R, Liu B, Persaud SJ. Effects of miR-33 Deficiency on Metabolic and Cardiovascular Diseases: Implications for Therapeutic Intervention. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:10777. [PMID: 37445956 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241310777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small noncoding RNAs that post-transcriptionally inhibit gene expression. These small molecules are involved in several biological conditions such as inflammation, cell growth and proliferation, and regulation of energy metabolism. In the context of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, miR-33 is of particular interest as it has been implicated in the regulation of lipid and glucose metabolism. This miRNA is located in introns harboured in the genes encoding sterol regulatory element-binding protein (SREBP)-1 and SREBP-2, which are key transcription factors involved in lipid biosynthesis and cholesterol efflux. This review outlines the role of miR-33 in a range of metabolic and cardiovascular pathologies, such as dyslipidaemia, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), obesity, diabetes, atherosclerosis, and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), and it provides discussion about the effectiveness of miR-33 deficiency as a possible therapeutic strategy to prevent the development of these diseases.
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- Rebeca Ortega
- Department of Diabetes, School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences, King's College London, Guy's Campus, London SE1 1UL, UK
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- Department of Diabetes, School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences, King's College London, Guy's Campus, London SE1 1UL, UK
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- Department of Diabetes, School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences, King's College London, Guy's Campus, London SE1 1UL, UK
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Lucarini V, Nardozi D, Angiolini V, Benvenuto M, Focaccetti C, Carrano R, Besharat ZM, Bei R, Masuelli L. Tumor Microenvironment Remodeling in Gastrointestinal Cancer: Role of miRNAs as Biomarkers of Tumor Invasion. Biomedicines 2023; 11:1761. [PMID: 37371856 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11061761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers are the most frequent neoplasm, responsible for half of all cancer-related deaths. Metastasis is the leading cause of death from GI cancer; thus, studying the processes that regulate cancer cell migration is of paramount importance for the development of new therapeutic strategies. In this review, we summarize the mechanisms adopted by cancer cells to promote cell migration and the subsequent metastasis formation by highlighting the key role that tumor microenvironment components play in deregulating cellular pathways involved in these processes. We, therefore, provide an overview of the role of different microRNAs in promoting tumor metastasis and their role as potential biomarkers for the prognosis, monitoring, and diagnosis of GI cancer patients. Finally, we relate the possible use of nutraceuticals as a new strategy for targeting numerous microRNAs and different pathways involved in GI tumor invasiveness.
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- Valeria Lucarini
- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome "Sapienza", Viale Regina Elena 324, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Via Montpellier 1, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome "Sapienza", Viale Regina Elena 324, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Via Montpellier 1, 00133 Rome, Italy
- Departmental Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Saint Camillus International University of Health and Medical Sciences, via di Sant'Alessandro 8, 00131 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Via Montpellier 1, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Via Montpellier 1, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome "Sapienza", Viale Regina Elena 324, 00161 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Via Montpellier 1, 00133 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome "Sapienza", Viale Regina Elena 324, 00161 Rome, Italy
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Tuno N, Farjana T, Uchida Y, Iyori M, Yoshida S. Effects of Temperature and Nutrition during the Larval Period on Life History Traits in an Invasive Malaria Vector Anopheles stephensi. Insects 2023; 14:543. [PMID: 37367359 DOI: 10.3390/insects14060543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2023] [Revised: 05/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Anopheles stephensi is an Asian and Middle Eastern malaria vector, and it has recently spread to the African continent. It is needed to measure how the malaria parasite infection in A. stephensi is influenced by environmental factors to predict its expansion in a new environment. Effects of temperature and food conditions during larval periods on larval mortality, larval period, female wing size, egg production, egg size, adult longevity, and malaria infection rate were studied using a laboratory strain. Larval survival and female wing size were generally reduced when reared at higher temperatures and with a low food supply during the larval period. Egg production was not significantly affected by temperature during the larval period. Egg size was generally smaller in females reared at higher temperatures during the larval period. The infection rate of mosquitoes that fed on blood from malaria-infected mice was not affected by rearing temperature or food conditions during the larval period. Higher temperatures may reduce infection. A. stephensi; however, larger individuals can still be infective. We suggest that routinely recording the body size of adults in field surveys is effective in finding productive larval breeding sites and in predicting malaria risk.
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- Nobuko Tuno
- Laboratory of Ecology, Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa 920-1192, Japan
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- Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh 2202, Bangladesh
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- Laboratory of Ecology, Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa 920-1192, Japan
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- Laboratory of Vaccinology and Applied Immunology, School of Pharmacy, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa 920-1192, Japan
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- Laboratory of Vaccinology and Applied Immunology, School of Pharmacy, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa 920-1192, Japan
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Martínez-Flórez I, Guerrero MJ, Dalmau A, Cabré M, Alcover MM, Berenguer D, Good L, Fisa R, Riera C, Ordeix L, Solano-Gallego L. Effect of Local Administration of Meglumine Antimoniate and Polyhexamethylene Biguanide Alone or in Combination with a Toll-like Receptor 4 Agonist for the Treatment of Papular Dermatitis due to Leishmania infantum in Dogs. Pathogens 2023; 12:821. [PMID: 37375511 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12060821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Revised: 05/11/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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Papular dermatitis is a cutaneous manifestation of canine Leishmania infantum infection associated with mild disease. Although it is a typical presentation, nowadays, there is still no established treatment. This study evaluated the safety and clinical efficacy of local meglumine antimoniate, locally administered polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) alone or PHMB in combination with a Toll-like receptor 4 agonist (TLR4a) for the treatment of papular dermatitis due to L. infantum and assessed parasitological and immunological markers in this disease. Twenty-eight dogs with papular dermatitis were divided randomly into four different groups; three of them were considered treatment groups: PHMB (n = 5), PHMB + TLR4a (n = 4), and meglumine antimoniate (n = 10)), and the remaining were considered the placebo group (n = 9), which was further subdivided into two sub-groups: diluent (n = 5) and TLR4a (n = 4). Dogs were treated locally every 12 h for four weeks. Compared to placebo, local administration of PHMB (alone or with TLR4a) showed a higher tendency towards resolution of papular dermatitis due to L. infantum infection at day 15 (χ2 = 5.78; df = 2, p = 0.06) and day 30 (χ2 = 4.; df = 2, p = 0.12), while local meglumine antimoniate administration demonstrated the fastest clinical resolution after 15 (χ2 = 12.58; df = 2, p = 0.002) and 30 days post-treatment (χ2 = 9.47; df = 2, p = 0.009). Meglumine antimoniate showed a higher tendency towards resolution at day 30 when compared with PHMB (alone or with TLR4a) (χ2 = 4.74; df = 2, p = 0.09). In conclusion, the local administration of meglumine antimoniate appears to be safe and clinically efficient for the treatment of canine papular dermatitis due to L. infantum infection.
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- Icíar Martínez-Flórez
- Departament de Medicina i Cirurgia Animals, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
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- AniCura Mediterrani Hospital Veterinari, 43204 Reus, Spain
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- Departament de Medicina i Cirurgia Animals, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
- Fundació Hospital Clínic Veterinari, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
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- Departament de Biologia, Sanitat i Medi Ambient, Secció de Parasitologia, Facultat de Farmàcia i Ciències de l'Alimentació, Universitat de Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Biologia, Sanitat i Medi Ambient, Secció de Parasitologia, Facultat de Farmàcia i Ciències de l'Alimentació, Universitat de Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Pathobiology and Population Sciences, The Royal Veterinary College, University of London, London NW1 0TU, UK
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- Departament de Biologia, Sanitat i Medi Ambient, Secció de Parasitologia, Facultat de Farmàcia i Ciències de l'Alimentació, Universitat de Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Biologia, Sanitat i Medi Ambient, Secció de Parasitologia, Facultat de Farmàcia i Ciències de l'Alimentació, Universitat de Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Medicina i Cirurgia Animals, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
- Fundació Hospital Clínic Veterinari, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
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- Departament de Medicina i Cirurgia Animals, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
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