The network structures of depressive and insomnia symptoms among cancer patients using propensity score matching: Findings from the Health and Retirement Study (HRS).

Objective: Both depression and insomnia are found to be more prevalent in cancer patients compared to the general population. This study compared the network structures of depression and insomnia among cancer patients versus cancer-free participants (controls hereafter).

Method: The 8-item Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale (CESD-8) and the 4-item Jenkins Sleep Scale (JSS-4) were used to measure depressive and insomnia symptoms, respectively.

Global prevalence of poor sleep quality in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: Poor sleep quality is common in patients with cancer, but the prevalence rates varied widely across studies. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the pooled prevalence of poor sleep quality among patients with cancer.

Methods: Systematic literature searches were independently conducted in the major databases (Web of Science, PubMed, EMBASE and PsycINFO).

A network model of depressive and anxiety symptoms: a statistical evaluation.

Background: Although network analysis studies of psychiatric syndromes have increased in recent years, most have emphasized centrality symptoms and robust edges. Broadening the focus to include bridge symptoms within a systematic review could help to elucidate symptoms having the strongest links in network models of psychiatric syndromes. We conducted this systematic review and statistical evaluation of network analyses on depressive and anxiety symptoms to identify the most central symptoms and bridge symptoms, as well as the most robust edge indices of networks.

F-labeled somatostatin analogs for somatostatin receptors (SSTRs) targeted PET imaging of neuroendocrine tumors (NETs).

Purpose: A novel F-radiolabeled somatostatin analogue, [AlF]NODA-MPAA-HTA, was synthesized and evaluated for positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). [AlF]NODA-MPAA-HTA was designed and synthesized by conjugating F nuclide with a modified KE108 peptide, a somatostatin analog with high affinity for all five subtypes of somatostatin receptors (SSTR 1-5), through coupling a bifunctional chelator (NODA) to target somatostatin receptor (SSTR) positive tumors.

Methods: The amino group of KE108 peptide, a SSTRs-targeting pharmacophore, was conjugated with the carboxyl group of NODA by a condensation reaction to obtain the labeling precursor of [AlF]NODA-MPAA-HTA, in which its precursor was obtained through Fmoc solid-phase methods.

Global prevalence of poor sleep quality in military personnel and veterans: A systematic review and meta-analysis of epidemiological studies.

Poor sleep quality is prevalent among members of the military but rates of poor sleep quality vary between studies. This study examined the global prevalence of poor sleep quality in military personnel and veterans as well as possible moderators of prevalence differences between studies. PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and PsycINFO were systematically searched from their inception dates to September 1, 2022.

Schizophrenia and oxidative stress from the perspective of bibliometric analysis.

Background: A growing number of studies has implicated oxidative stress in the pathophysiology of psychiatric disorders including schizophrenia. The aim of this study was to explore the field of schizophrenia and oxidative stress-related research from a bibliometric perspective.

Methods: All relevant publications on schizophrenia and oxidative stress were obtained from Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) database from its inception date to November 8, 2022.

Development and technical application of SSR-based individual identification system for Chamaecyparis taiwanensis against illegal logging convictions.

Chamaecyparis taiwanensis is an endemic plant suffering illegal logging in Taiwan for its high economic value. Lack of direct evidence to correlate stump and timber remains a hurdle for law enforcement. In this report, 23 polymorphic Genomic Simple Sequence Repeat (gSSR) and 12 Expressed Sequence Tag (EST)-SSR markers were developed and their transferability was assessed.

miR-122 Exerts Inhibitory Effects on Osteoblast Proliferation/Differentiation in Osteoporosis by Activating the PCP4-Mediated JNK Pathway.

Osteoporosis is characterized by the reduction of bone mineral density and deterioration of bone quality which leads to high risk of fractures. Some microRNAs (miRNAs) have been confirmed as potential modulators of osteoblast differentiation to maintain bone mass maintenance. We aimed to clarify whether miR-122 could regulate osteoblast differentiation in ovariectomized rats with osteoporosis.

Different Valsalva Manoeuvre Procedures for the Diagnosis of Right-to-Left Shunt by Contrast-Transcranial Doppler.

The main purpose of this study was to compare two contrast agent injection times during the Valsalva manoeuvre (VM) for the diagnosis of right-to-left shunt using contrast-transcranial Doppler (c-TCD). In total, 992 consecutive patients underwent testing. All patients underwent step 1, and then a coin toss was used to determine the order of steps 2 and 3.

[Effects of recombinant human erythropoietin on brain-derived neurotrophic factor expression in different brain regions of aging rats].

Objective: To explore the effect of recombinant human erythropoietin (rhEPO) on expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in different brain regions of aging rats.

Methods: Forty male SD rats were randomized equally into negative control group, D-galactose group, EPO treatment group, and positive control group. Rat models of subacute aging were established by continuous subcutaneous injection of 5% D-galactose.

External fixation versus open reduction and internal fixation for tibial pilon fractures: A meta-analysis based on observational studies.

Purpose: Tibial pilon fractures remain challenging for an orthopaedic surgeon to repair. External fixation (ExFix) and open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) are two widely used methods for repairing tibial pilon fractures. However, conclusions of comparative studies regarding which method is superior are controversial.

[Comparison of two contrast agents for diagnosis of patent foramen ovale by contrast transcranial Doppler].

Objective: To compare agitated saline solution (AS) and the mixture of AS with blood (ASb) as the contrast agents in contrast transcranial Doppler (c-TCD) in the diagnosis of patent foramen ovale (PFO).

Methods: We recruited 248 consecutive patients for c-TCD examination between November 2015 and January 2016, and the sequence of the use of AS (9 mL saline solution mixed with 1 mL air) and ASb (9 mL saline solution and a drop of the patient's blood mixed with 1 mL air) was determined by coin-tossing method. Before the examination, the contrast agent was injected with or without Valsalva maneuvers (VM), and the number of microbubbles within 25 s after the contrast agent injection and the time of first appearance of microbubbles were recorded by observing the TCD spectrum.

Concurrent oxidation and reduction of pentachlorophenol by bimetallic zerovalent Pd/Fe nanoparticles in an oxic water.

Under the oxic condition, the most effective removal of pentachlorophenol (PCP) with Pd/Fe nanoparticles (NPs) is demonstrated as compared to the anoxic condition. Concurrent oxidation and reduction of polychlorinated compounds such as PCP by zerovalent Pd/Fe were first observed. The optimal Pd content of the bimetallic NPs is only around 0.

Effect of geochemical properties on degradation of trichloroethylene by stabilized zerovalent iron nanoparticle with Na-acrylic copolymer.

Stable nanoscale zero-valent iron (NZVI) particles have been developed to remediate chlorinated compounds. The degradation kinetics and efficiency of trichloroethylene (TCE) by a commercial stabilized NZVI with Na-acrylic copolymer (acNZVI) were investigated and compared with those by laboratory-synthesized NZVI and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)-stabilized NZVI particles. Results show that the degradation of TCE by acNZVI was faster than that by NZVI and CMC-NZVI.

Genetic polymorphisms of 12 X-chromosomal STR loci in Taiwanese individuals and likelihood ratio calculations applied to case studies of blood relationships.

Allele frequencies for the 12 short tandem repeat loci of the Investigator Argus X-12 kit were obtained from 514 unrelated Taiwanese individuals (327 males and 187 females). Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium tests with samples demonstrated no significant deviation from expected values for all 12 loci (p > 0.05).

The effect of tenocyte/hyaluronic acid therapy on the early recovery of healing Achilles tendon in rats.

The aim of this study was to explore the potential for a better recovery outcome for the Achilles tendon at an early healing stage when a mixed biomaterial-tenocyte injection is used. The experimental animals underwent single limb Achilles tendon transection followed by suturing repair. A solution of either hyaluronic acid with or without tenocytes or normal saline was randomly chosen to be injected around the injury site after surgery.

Video-based gait analysis for functional evaluation of healing achilles tendon in rats.

Video-based walking track systems have been developed for gait analysis in rat models. However, there is no previous study using video-based tracking systems to address the gait parameters to evaluate the recovery of Achilles tendon rupture models. This study conducted a comprehensive gait analysis using a video-based image processing system.

Macrophage migration inhibitory factor increases cell motility and up-regulates αvβ3 integrin in human chondrosarcoma cells.

The macrophage migration-inhibitory factor (MIF) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine first known for its effect on macrophage migration and activation. Recent studies have shown that MIP plays a critical role in tumor growth, angiogenesis, and metastasis. Chondrosarcoma is a type of highly malignant tumor with a potent capacity to invade locally and cause distant metastasis.

IL-8 increases integrin expression and cell motility in human chondrosarcoma cells.

Chondrosarcoma is a type of highly malignant tumor with a potent capacity to invade locally and cause distant metastasis. Chondrosarcoma shows a predilection for metastasis to the lungs. Interleukin-8 (IL-8), a chemokine with a defining CXC amino acid motif, is known to possess tumorigenic and proangiogenic properties.

Nephroblastoma overexpressed gene (NOV) enhances cell motility and COX-2 upregulation of human osteosarcoma involves αvβ5 integrin, ILK and AP-1-dependent pathways.

Osteosarcoma is characterized by a high malignant and metastatic potential. Cyclooxygenase (COX)-2, the inducible isoform of prostaglandin synthase, has been implicated in tumor metastasis. Nephroblastoma overexpressed gene (NOV), also called CCN3, was regulated proliferation and differentiation of cancer cells.