Publications by authors named "J Radic"
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by persistent inflammation, joint pain, and progressive cartilage and bone erosion. Despite advancements in RA management with disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologics, some patients remain refractory to conventional treatments. Tetracyclines, such as minocycline and doxycycline, exhibit anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, making them potential supplementary treatments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objectives: Regular physical activity (PA) and Mediterranean diet (MeDi) adherence independently improve glycemic control and clinical outcomes in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study examined the associations between PA, body composition (BC), MeDi adherence, and glycemic control in Dalmatian T2DM patients.
Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the University Hospital of Split (November-December 2023) during an open call for T2DM patients.
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- The study investigates the essential oils from kumquat, a small citrus fruit, focusing on their chemical profile, bioactive components, and biological activities using various extraction methods (microwave-assisted distillation and Clevenger hydrodistillation).
- It assesses the cytotoxic effects of kumquat essential oils on different cancer cell lines (HeLa, HCT116, U2OS) and a healthy cell line (RPE1), finding the oils showed notable cytotoxicity in cancer cells but less effect on healthy cells.
- Besides cytotoxicity, the essential oils exhibited antioxidant and antibacterial activities, with major components like limonene remaining stable post-digestion, contributing to their potential for health benefits.
In this paper, a signal conditioner intended for use in variable impedance sensors is presented. First, an inductive linear displacement sensor design is described, and the signal conditioner discrete realization is presented. Second, based on this system's requirements, the integrated conditioner is proposed.
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- Kidney disease (KD) is a serious complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), leading to increased risks of kidney failure and other serious health issues.
- A study involving 252 T2DM patients revealed that while many received dietary guidance, only a small fraction actually adhered to recommended diets, with 31% of participants diagnosed with KD despite only 6% believing they had it.
- The findings indicate a concerning lack of awareness about KD and underscore the need for better education on healthy lifestyles and regular screenings among T2DM patients to mitigate health risks.