Publications by authors named "H P Yuen"

This study explores the therapeutic potential of ω-3 algal oil (rich in DHA) and ω-7 sea buckthorn oil (rich in palmitoleic acid) in addressing hyperlipidemia and associated metabolic disorders. These oils regulate lipid metabolism through the PPARγ-LXRα-ABCA1/ABCG1 signaling pathway, reducing cholesterol accumulation, oxidative stress, and inflammation. In high-fat diet-induced hyperlipidemic mice, supplementation with these oils significantly improved lipid profiles, alleviated hepatic steatosis, and promoted cardiovascular health.

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  • Individuals at ultra-high risk (UHR) for psychosis with persistent attenuated psychotic symptoms (APS) show worse clinical and functional outcomes compared to those who remit, closely resembling individuals who transition to psychosis.
  • After an initial period, the symptom and functioning trajectories for those with persistent APS diverge quickly from those who remit.
  • Prediction of non-remission improves significantly with longitudinal data (6-month follow-up) rather than relying on baseline data alone, indicating the need for consistent monitoring and intervention for UHR individuals with persistent APS.
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Retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) is an oxidation-resistant cell. But if it is subjected to various harmful stimuli for a prolonged period, an excessive amount of oxyradical will be generated to cause retinal dysfunction. We investigated and elucidated the protective mechanism of proanthocyanidins (SBP) against oxidative damage in RPE.

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Immunoglobulin G4-related ophthalmic disease (IgG4-ROD) is an emerging, immune-mediated fibroinflammatory orbital disease, characterized by tumefactive lesions with noticeable IgG4+ plasma cell infiltration and distinctive pathohistological features. This disease is often associated with elevated serum IgG4 concentrations. IgG4-ROD may affect any ophthalmic tissues, particularly the lacrimal gland, extraocular muscles, and trigeminal nerves.

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The concept of ultra-high risk for psychosis (UHR) has been at the forefront of psychiatric research for several decades, with the ultimate goal of preventing the onset of psychotic disorder in high-risk individuals. Orygen (Melbourne, Australia) has led a range of observational and intervention studies in this clinical population. These datasets have now been integrated into the UHR 1000+ cohort, consisting of a sample of 1,245 UHR individuals with a follow-up period ranging from 1 to 16.

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