Publications by authors named "Rui-Ting Wang"

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  • A comprehensive overview of Cochrane reviews was conducted to assess the effectiveness of various smoking cessation interventions, revealing diverse outcomes across studies.
  • The analysis included 71 reviews and 3022 trials, highlighting pharmacotherapy as a more reliable method for promoting long-term abstinence compared to non-pharmacological therapies, which showed considerable variability in effectiveness.
  • Overall, the methodological quality of the reviews was good, but further research is needed to better understand and integrate non-pharmacological interventions in smoking cessation efforts.
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Zearalenone (ZEN) has been shown to cause reproductive damage by inducing oxidative stress. Astaxanthin and L-carnitine are widely used to alleviate oxidative stress and promote sperm maturation. However, it remains uncertain whether they are effective in mitigating spermatogenesis disorders induced by ZEN.

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In eukaryotic organisms, the most common internal modification of messenger RNA (mRNA) is N6-methyladenosine (m6A). This modification can be dynamically and reversibly controlled by specific enzymes known as m6A writers and erasers. The fat-mass and obesity-associated protein (FTO) catalyzes RNA demethylation and plays a critical role in various physiological and pathological processes.

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Background: Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), the most common method in treating coronary artery disease (CAD), has a variety of side effects. Yiqi Huoxue therapy (YQHX) can effectively alleviate the symptoms of patients and reduce the side effects. However, a reliable and systematic assessment of the methodologies is not available.

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  • Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a serious complication of diabetes mellitus (DM) and a leading cause of severe kidney issues.
  • Recent research highlights the influence of gut microbiota on DM and DKD, specifically through metabolites that affect body processes.
  • The study focuses on understanding how gut microbiota contributes to DKD and explores potential treatments that involve altering gut bacteria composition or their metabolites.
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To investigate adherence to immunosuppressive medication (IM) in kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) and analyze the associated factors using the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). Data were collected at Time1 (T1) and 3 months later (T2). T1: the elements of the TPB, past behavior, beliefs about medicines, perceived social support were measured.

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(AP) is a traditionally used herbaceous plant, whose main active constituent is andrographolide. Andrographolide derivative medications and herbal preparations of AP are often used to treat respiratory tract infections. This study aims to systematically evaluate the safety of andrographolide derivative medications and herbal preparations of AP based on clinical studies.

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  • Myasthenia Gravis (MG) affects neuromuscular transmission, leading to varying levels of muscle weakness and disability; traditional treatments have side effects, and Chinese herbal medicines (CHM) may be a safer alternative with potential benefits.
  • A systematic search identified 19 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving 1283 participants, showing that nine different CHMs could help reduce MG symptoms and that Compound Huangqi, when combined with standard treatments, was especially effective.
  • The findings suggest that using CHMs might offer a safer option with fewer side effects than conventional treatments alone, but the evidence's reliability is moderate to low, and the impact on quality of life remains unclear.
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Objective: To evaluate the effects of Physical Therapies (PTs) on improvement in psychosomatic symptoms and quality of life (QOL) in breast cancer patients.

Data Sources: Seven databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane CENTRAL, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wangfang, VIP, and China Biology Medicine disc databases) were systematically searched from the database inception through May 18, 2021.

Study Selection: Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) which compared acupuncture or exercise with a sham control or usual care for the treatment of aromatase inhibitors (AIs)-related psychosomatic symptoms and QOL.

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Background: Influenza places a heavy public health burden in numerous countries every year. In addition to vaccines, there are some interventions that are effective in preventing influenza.

Objective: This overview of systematic reviews (SRs) aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of interventions for influenza prevention.

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Objectives: To investigate the effectiveness and safety of Xingnaojing Injection (XNJ, ) compared with naloxone for the treatment of acute alcohol intoxication (AAI), and provide the latest evidence through evidence-based approach.

Methods: Seven electro-databases including PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure Databases, Chinese Biomedical Literature Database, Chinese Science and Technology Periodical Database (VIP) and Wanfang Database were searched from the inception to January 2018. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing XNJ with naloxone for patients with AAI and reporting at least one of the below outcomes were included: patients' conscious recovery time, stay length in emergency department, disappearance time of the ataxia symptom, the severity of the symptoms, the blood alcohol content as well as the adverse events.

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Objective: To investigate the effect of intraluminal administration of ulinastatin (a protease inhibitor) in the intestine on intestinal inflammation in rats with hemorrhagic shock.

Methods: Twenty-eight Wistar rats were randomized into control group (A), intestinal saline perfusion group (B), ulinastatin intestinal perfusion group (C), and intravenous ulinastatin injection group (D) (n=7). The mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) and survival time of the rats were recorded.

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Objective: To investigate the effect of early goal-directed therapy (EGDT) on the incidence, severity and mortality of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS).

Methods: A prospective, randomized controlled trial was performed involving 273 patients in the early stage of shock at risk of potential MODS development. The patients were randomly divided into EGDT group (including 139 patients managed with EGDT) and control group (including 134 patients with conventional empirical therapy).

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