Publications by authors named "D T F B Mahmood"

Background: Repeated intravesical activation of protease-activated receptor-4 (PAR4) serves as a model of persistent bladder hyperalgesia (BHA) in mice, which lasts several days after the final stimulus. Spinal macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) and high mobility group box 1 (HMGB1) are critical mediators in the persistence of BHA.

Objective: We aimed to identify effective systemic treatments for persistent BHA using antagonists or transgenic deletions.

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Over the past century, significant shifts in daily living have led to an increased prevalence of mental disorders, often linked to hormonal imbalances. Among these, anxiety and depression stand out as prevalent diagnoses, particularly in industrialized nations. Depression, according to the DSM-5, is a heterogeneous condition that affects emotional, cognitive, and physical functioning, with symptoms including insomnia, sexual dysfunction, and weight changes.

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  • The study investigates the challenges in assessing the acceptability of total knee replacement (TKR) radiographs due to the replacement of anatomical landmarks by implant components, aiming to establish a range of acceptable knee rotation.
  • Researchers analyzed rejected TKR radiographs by measuring rotation and having orthopedic surgeons evaluate them, finding strong reliability in radiographic measurements but only slight agreement in the surgeons' ratings.
  • The findings suggest that the established rotation range (0-5.29 mm AP and 0-6.01 mm lateral) could help radiographers in clinical practice, with recommendations for future studies on different knee implants and a consensus on acceptable rotation criteria.
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Background: Obesity represents a prevalent and escalating health concern among vascular surgery patients. Evidence pertaining to the influence of body mass index (BMI) on clinical outcomes after fenestrated-branched endovascular aneurysm repair (B/FEVAR) remains unclear. This study aims to assess the effect of obesity on short- and midterm clinical outcomes among individuals undergoing B/FEVAR.

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