Enhancing tomato fruit antioxidant potential through hydrogen nanobubble irrigation.

Eating fruits and vegetables loaded with natural antioxidants can boost human health considerably and help fight off diseases linked to oxidative stress. Hydrogen has unique antioxidant effects. However, its low-solubility and fast-diffusion has limited its applications in agriculture.

Clinical and digital assessment of tooth wear.

The aim of this study was to compare the assessment of tooth wear performed on digital models with the one conducted at the clinical examination. Seventy-eight volunteers (29 males and 49 females, age range 20-30 years) with at least 24 teeth, normal oral function, and a neutral transverse relationship were examined. During the clinical examination, dental wear was registered according to the Basic Erosive Wear Examination (BEWE) index.

Effect of biosolid-derived dissolved organic matter on orthophosphate sorption to soils depends on clay mineralogy and solution composition.

Dissolved organic matter (DOM) from biosolids can alter the sorption of orthophosphate (inorganic phosphorus (IP)) to soils and, therefore, affect the bioavailability of IP. It is not clear how clay mineralogy and solution composition interfere with DOM effects on IP sorption by soils. Hence, we studied the effect of DOM on IP sorption to five semi-arid soils dominated by either illite/smectite (I/S) or kaolinite clays.

Orofacial function and temporomandibular disorders in Parkinson's Disease: a case-controlled study.

Background: The difficulties and challenges faced by people with Parkinson's disease (PD) in performing daily orofacial function are not systematically investigated. In this study, specific orofacial non-motor and motor symptoms and functions were systematically examined in PD patients in comparison to a matched control group.

Methods: The clinical case-controlled study was conducted from May 2021 to October 2022 and included persons with PD and age- and gender-matched persons without PD.

Postpartum hemorrhage among twin pregnancies - Medically assisted versus spontaneously conceived.

Introduction: In singleton pregnancies, an increased risk of Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) have been linked with assisted reproductive technology (ART) and abnormal placentation. It is unknown wheather such association exists in twin pregnancies conceived by Medically assisted reproduction (MAR). The aim of the current study was to compare maternal blood loss among twin pregnancies conceived by different types of MAR treatments to spontaneously conceived twins and to identify the cycle characteristics if an association exits.

Dental care utilization among persons with Parkinson's disease in Denmark.

Objectives: Persons with Parkinson's disease (PD) have a higher prevalence of oral diseases and orofacial dysfunction, but knowledge about the use of dental care and whether their dental care needs are met is sparse. This study aimed to investigate the dental attendance and usage of dental care services of the total PD population in Denmark and compare it with a control group.

Methods: National registers were used to identify the total PD population in Denmark (n = 6874) and to obtain data on their dental care from 2015 to 2019.

Should pregnant women be screened for SARS-CoV-2 infection? A prospective multicenter cohort study.

Objective: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), ranges from asymptomatic to severe infection. We aimed to compare the prevalence of COVID-19 in asymptomatic pregnant versus nonpregnant women in order to establish recommendations for a COVID-19 screening strategy.

Methods: A prospective multicenter cohort study was conducted.

Perimortem and postmortem sperm acquisition: review of clinical data.

Purpose: To provide the clinicians with the most comprehensive medical information about sperm acquisition peri/postmortem.

Methods: The review was conducted according to the PRISMA statement. MEDLINE and Cochrane databases were searched up to January 2021.

Biosolids increase phosphate adsorption of semi-arid Mediterranean soils.

The impact of biosolid compost on the adsorption of orthophosphate (IP) to Mediterranean-type soils was studied. Eight soils were amended with a stable biosolid compost (ADSC) at 9:1 and 97:3 ratios (w/w). Four soils were amended with the dissolved organic matter (DOM) fraction of the ADSC at the amount added at the 9:1 mixture (810 mg C kg).

Progesterone and estrogen levels are associated with live birth rates following artificial cycle frozen embryo transfers.

Purpose: Does an association exist between serum progesterone and estradiol levels and live birth rates in artificial cycle frozen embryo transfer (AC-FET)?

Methods: Retrospective cohort study was based on prospectively collected data at a university-affiliated fertility center. Included were all cycles using an artificial endometrial preparation with estradiol hemihydrate (Estrofem, 2 mg/8 h) and vaginal progesterone (Endometrin 100 mg/8 h), autologous oocytes, and cleavage stage embryo transfers. Serum progesterone and estradiol levels were measured 14 days after FET.

Electrocardiographic changes in young patients with spontaneous pneumothorax: A retrospective study.

Primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) commonly occurs in adolescents. PSP symptoms can mimic cardiac event. We aimed to examine electrocardiography (ECG) changes that accompanied PSP in relation to side and size of pneumothorax.

Effect of orofacial physiotherapeutic and hygiene interventions on oral health-related quality of life in patients with Parkinson's disease: A randomised controlled trial.

Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) has a negative effect on oral health and orofacial function, but the subjective experience of orofacial symptoms and their impact on the quality of life is not fully investigated. In addition, knowledge of how to improve the subjective oral symptoms is lacking.

Objectives: To assess the self-reported orofacial function and oral health in patients with PD.

Human umbilical cord perivascular cells prevent chemotherapeutic drug-induced male infertility in a mouse model.

Objective: To study whether intratesticular (IT) administration of 2 sources of human umbilical cord perivascular cells (HUCPVC), rich and potent sources of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC), before chemotherapy can prevent infertility in a mouse model.

Design: Two control groups of CD1 male mice without busulfan (BUS) administration (untreated and IT media injection groups) were included. Experimental groups included IT administration of media, first trimester (FTM) HUCPVCs or term HUCPVCs (n = 5 each) injected 3 days before BUS treatment (20 mg/kg).

Plasma Cytokines Profile in Subjects with Alzheimer's Disease: Interleukin 1 Alpha as a Candidate for Target Therapy.

Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the main cause of the neurodegenerative disorder, which is not detected unless the cognitive deficits are manifested. An early prediagnostic specific biomarker preferably detectable in plasma and hence non-invasive is highly sought-after. Various hypotheses refer to AD, with amyloid-beta (Aβ) being the most studied hypothesis and inflammation being the most recent theory wherein pro-and anti-inflammatory cytokines are the main culprits.

Should the modified natural cycle protocol for frozen embryo transfer be modified? A prospective case series proof of concept study.

Objective: Modified natural cycles for frozen embryo transfer utilize an ovulation trigger which assists in embryo transfer scheduling and simplifies cycle monitoring. There have been conflicting results with this protocol and modifications may be sought. We wanted to ascertain whether a modified natural protocol for frozen embryo transfer without triggered ovulation but with luteal progesterone support disconnecting the timing of embryo transfer from the timing of the LH surge can achieve a high pregnancy rate.

Ideal lag time from ovulation to oocyte aspiration using a GnRH agonist trigger.

Background: In ART, oocyte maturation (M2) and ovulation is stimulated by a hormonal trigger. For maturation to occur, sufficient "lag time" must elapse between the trigger and aspiration, ranging from 32 to 38 hours. Premature aspiration can result in poor yields; late aspiration risks spontaneous ovulation.

Planned oocyte cryopreservation (Planned OC): systematic review and meta-analysis of cost-efficiency and patients' perspective.

Background: Advances in vitrification techniques have enabled planned oocyte cryopreservation ('Planned OC').

Objectives: To explore the cost-efficiency and utilisation of planned OC, as well as patients' perspectives on the process.

Search Strategy: A systematic search in PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Database and PsychINFO, for all relevant studies published between January 2007 and December 2019.

Effects of the origins and stabilization of biosolids and biowastes on their phosphorous composition and extractability.

Phosphorous dissolution and ensuing chemical redistribution of P in organic amendments (OA) were studied by applying a modified Hedley selective fractionation to eight water-extracted and unextracted OAs. Nine 7-day, repeated extractions were applied using a 60:1 water:dry OA (v:w) ratio at pH 8. Eight OAs were tested including five biosolids, broiler litter, dairy manure compost and municipal solid waste compost.

Improvement of oral function and hygiene in Parkinson's disease: A randomised controlled clinical trial.

Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder. It is associated with reduced oral health and impaired oro-facial function, but besides recommendations of dental visits and drooling treatment, there are little documented odontological treatment options.

Objectives: To evaluate the effect of standardised home exercise jaw opening and chewing programmes, as well as home oral hygiene measures instructed and controlled by a trained dentist.

Serum pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines and the pathogenesis of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis.

Experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) as an experimental model of multiple sclerosis (MS) is characterized by demyelination, infiltration of inflammatory cells into the nervous system and dysregulation of serum inflammatory cytokines. We investigated the correlation of serum cytokines and other inflammatory markers with the EAE pathogenesis. After EAE induction, the levels of different serum cytokine/inflammatory mediators were measured.

Fertility preservation for transgender adolescents and young adults: a systematic review.

Background: Many transgender individuals choose to undergo gender-affirming hormone treatment (GAHT) and/or sex reassignment surgery (SRS) to alleviate the distress that is associated with gender dysphoria. Although these treatment options often succeed in alleviating such symptoms, they can also negatively impact future reproductive potential.

Objective And Rationale: The purpose of this systematic review was to synthesize the available psychosocial and medical literature on fertility preservation (FP) for transgender adolescents and young adults (TAYAs), to identify gaps in the current research and provide suggestions for future research directions.

Industrial wastes: Fly ash, steel slag and phosphogypsum- potential candidates to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from paddy fields.

Waste management and global warming are the two challenging issues of the present global scenario. Increased human population has set the platform for rapid industrialization and modern agriculture. The industries such as energy, steel, and fertilizers play a significant role in improving the social, and economic status of human beings.