The association between sedentary behavior and obstructive sleep apnea: a cross-sectional study from the NHANES (2007-2008 to 2015-2020).

Background: Sedentary behavior (SB) may contribute to obesity and lower extremity fluid retention, which may favor the development of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). However, linking sedentary behavior to OSA is unclear. The purpose of this study was to determine if there is an association between SB and OSA.

Heel bone mineral density and various oral diseases: a bidirectional Mendelian randomization.

Introduction: Observational studies demonstrated that the relationship between bone mineral density and oral diseases is mixed. To access the association between heel bone mineral density and various oral diseases, we conducted the Mendelian randomization analysis to explore the association.

Materials And Methods: Two-sample bidirectional Mendelian analysis was used to explore the relationship between heel bone mineral density and various oral diseases.

HJURP is a prognostic biomarker for clear cell renal cell carcinoma and is linked to immune infiltration.

Background: Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) is the most prevalent and highly malignant pathological type of kidney cancer. Finding more precise biomarkers is critical for enhancing the prognosis of patients with ccRCC. Multiple studies have suggested that Holliday junction recognition protein (HJURP) promotes tumor progression and predicts poor prognosis in a variety of cancers.

Recombinant human insulin-like growth factor-1 promotes osteoclast formation and accelerates orthodontic tooth movement in rats.

Background: IGF-1 may be an important factor in bone remodeling, but its mechanism of action on osteoclasts during orthodontic tooth movement is complex and unclear.

Methodology: The closed-coil spring was placed between the left maxillary first molar and upper incisors with a force of 50 g to establish an orthodontic movement model. Eighty SD rats were randomized to receive phosphate buffer saline or 400 ng rhIGF-1 in the lateral buccal mucosa of the left maxillary first molar every two days.

The association between rs16917496 T/C polymorphism of gene and cancer risk in Asian populations: a meta-analysis.

Epidemiological studies have demonstrated close associations between rs16917496 T/C polymorphism and cancer risk, but the results of published studies were not consistent. We therefore performed this meta-analysis to explore the associations between rs16917496 T/C polymorphism and cancer risk. Five online databases were searched.

No Association Between MicroRNA-608 rs4919510 G>C Polymorphism and Digestive System Cancers Susceptibility: A Meta-Analysis Based on 10,836 Individuals.

Previous epidemiologic studies have revealed a possible association between microRNA-608 rs4919510 G>C polymorphism and digestive system cancers (DSCs) risk, but the results were not consistent. We therefore performed an updated meta-analysis to explore the association between microRNA-608 rs4919510 G>C polymorphism and DSCs risk. Crude odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated to assess the relationship between the microRNA-608 rs4919510 G>C polymorphism and DSCs risk.

Significant association between interleukin-10 gene polymorphisms and cervical cancer risk: a meta-analysis.

Previous studies have suggested that interleukin-10 (IL-10) polymorphisms may be associated with an increased risk of developing cervical cancer. However, the published results on this subject matter are controversial. The aim of this study was to conduct a meta-analysis of published reports to more precisely investigate the relationship between IL-10 polymorphisms and cervical cancer risk.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of effectiveness and safety of therapy for overactive bladder using botulinum toxin A at different dosages.

Purpose: To assess the effectiveness and safety of botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) at different dosages for overactive bladder (OAB).

Materials And Methods: The MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Controlled Trials Register databases were searched through November 3, 2016 to identify relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

Results: Eleven studies were identified in this meta-analysis.

Association between microRNA-196a2 rs11614913, microRNA-146a rs2910164, and microRNA-423 rs6505162 polymorphisms and esophageal cancer risk: A meta-analysis.

Many observational studies have found that microRNA-196a2 rs11614913, microRNA-146a rs2910164, and microRNA-423 rs6505162 are associated with esophageal cancer risk. However, the results were mixed and inconsistent among these studies. We conducted a meta-analysis to assess the relationship between the polymorphisms of three microRNAs and esophageal cancer susceptibility.

Association Between Cd Exposure and Risk of Prostate Cancer: A PRISMA-Compliant Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Several observational studies on the association between Cd exposure and risk of prostate cancer have yielded inconsistent results. To address this issue, we conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate the correlation between Cd exposure and risk of prostate cancer.Relevant studies in PubMed and Embase databases were retrieved until October 2015.

Increased intake of vegetables, but not fruits, may be associated with reduced risk of hip fracture: A meta-analysis.

Association between dietary intake of vegetables and fruits and risk of hip fracture has been reported for many years. However, the findings remain inconclusive. We conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate the relationship between intake of vegetables and fruits, and risk of hip fracture.

Association between cadmium exposure and renal cancer risk: a meta-analysis of observational studies.

Cadmium (Cd) is a widespread environmental pollutant and has been a recognized carcinogen for several decades. Many observational studies reported Cd exposure might be one cause of renal cancer. However, these findings are inconsistent.

Exposure to fluoride in drinking water and hip fracture risk: a meta-analysis of observational studies.

Background: Many observational studies have shown that exposure to fluoride in drinking water is associated with hip fracture risk. However, the findings are varied or even contradictory. In this work, we performed a meta-analysis to assess the relationship between fluoride exposure and hip fracture risk.

Exposure to ionizing radiation during dental X-rays is not associated with risk of developing meningioma: a meta-analysis based on seven case-control studies.

Background: Many observational studies have found that exposure to dental X-rays is associated with the risk of development of meningioma. However, these findings are inconsistent. We conducted a meta-analysis to assess the relationship between exposure to dental X-rays and the risk of development of meningioma.

[A preliminary investigation on plasma of non-syndromic cleft lip and/or palate using nuclear magnetic resonance-based metabonomics].

Objective: To access the feasibility of employing metabonomics method in clinical studies. This pilot study intends to introduce nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)-based metabonomics method to elucidate the metabolism of non-syndromic cleft lip and/or palate (NSCLP) patients.

Methods: High-resolution 1H NMR spectroscopy was performed on blood plasma obtained from NSCLP and non-malformed children.

[The experimental study on biodegradable gel membrane applied to prevention of postoperative adhesion of abdominal cavity surgery].

Objective: To develop a new type of anti-adhesion gel membrane and explore its applying technique.

Methods: 24 adult New Zealand white rabbits were used for the experiment research project, the animals were divided into two groups: the experiment group (18 adult New Zealand white rabbits) and the control group (6 adult New Zealand white rabbits). The animal models were established via the abdominal cavity.