The vicious circle of chronic kidney disease and hypertriglyceridemia: What is first, the hen or the egg?

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is documented to cause alterations in lipid metabolism, and this was considered a potent driver of increased cardiovascular risk. Among the diverse alteration of lipid traits in CKD, research endeavours have predominantly concentrated on low-density lipoproteins (LDL) in view of the potent pro-atherogenic role of these lipoprotein particles and the demonstration of protective cardiovascular effect of reducing LDL. However, few studies have focused on the metabolism of triglyceride-rich lipoproteins and even fewer on their role in causing kidney damage.

Exploring biomass derived microcrystalline cellulose from the waste aquatic plant Pistia stratiotes: A comprehensive characterization for polymer composite reinforcement.

The creation of polymer composites with better performance is a crucial thing. The cellulosic filler material gain popularity in polymer composites. In this study, aquatic plant Pistia stratiote leaves were used as a raw material for cellulose extraction.

Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Breast Cancer: Evaluation of the Impact on Surgical Outcomes and Prognosis.

The correlation between TNM staging and histology variations in a sample of patients who underwent neoadjuvant chemotherapy demonstrates a positive impact on both increasing conservative surgery and achieving pCR, resulting in better outcomes in terms of disease-free survival (DFS) and the risk of relapse. Benefits have also been highlighted in terms of cosmetic outcomes, postoperative complications, and psychological benefits. However, the overall outcomes must be evaluated according to the subtype and individual characteristics of the patients.

Amine functionalised graphene embedded polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and PVA-chitosan hydrogel composites.

A novel amine-functionalized graphene oxide (AFG) doped polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)/chitosan (PVA-Ch) composite film was developed using an eco-synthesis approach, eliminating the need for halogenated compounds. The resulting AFG-doped PVA/Chitosan (PVA-Ch/AFG) polymer film exhibited promising properties for controlled delivery and biosensing applications. The investigation included assessing the swelling behaviour, dissolution percent, gel fraction, and mechanical properties of the polymer film.

Effectiveness of an online multicomponent physical exercise intervention on the physical performance of community-dwelling older adults: A randomized controlled trial.

This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of an online multicomponent physical exercise intervention (MPE) on the physical performance (PP) of older adults. A randomized controlled trial was conducted, with 110 participants assigned to either the MPE group or the control group. The MPE group engaged in endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility exercises for at least three days per week, while the control group received educational sessions.