Role of HbA1c in Mortality Among Patients With a Medical History of Ischemic Stroke and Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: A Systematic Review.

Elevated HbA1c, a marker of poor glycemic control, is associated with adverse cardiovascular outcomes and mortality. HbA1c influences outcomes through distinct mechanisms of vascular dysfunction and atherosclerosis in ischemic stroke, during atrial remodeling and thrombus formation in paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF). Optimal HbA1c thresholds are generally below optimal levels, with levels above this being linked to higher mortality in both populations.

Polyphenols as a strategy for improving male reproductive system.

Reproduction in males is one of the complicated processes that is mediated by many environmental factors, as well as by diet (e.g. supplements, nutritional value).

Health risk assessment of ciprofloxacin, tetracycline, and oxytetracycline residues in raw, frozen, and boiled broiler chicken available in a local area of Bangladesh.

Introduction: The misuse of antibiotics in poultry farming is a global issue.

Objective: The focus of this study was the health risk assessment of consumers from the determination of ciprofloxacin (CIP), tetracycline (TC), and oxytetracycline (OTC) in broiler chicken in the raw, frozen, and boiled stages using solid-phase extraction, high-performance liquid chromatography, and ultraviolet detection (SPE-HPLC-UV).

Materials And Methods: Chromatographic separation was achieved using 0.

Computer-Aided Diagnosis in Spontaneous Abortion: A Histopathology Dataset and Benchmark for Products of Conception.

Spontaneous abortion, commonly known as miscarriage, is a significant concern during early pregnancy. Histopathological examination of tissue samples is a widely used method to diagnose and classify tissue phenotypes found in products of conception (POC) after spontaneous abortion. Histopathological examination is subjective and dependent on the skill and experience of the examiner.

Incidence, Clinicopathological Features, and Outcomes of Signet Ring Colorectal Carcinoma: A Retrospective Study.

Background Signet ring cell carcinoma (SRCC) is a rare subtype of colorectal cancer with significant variations in clinical characteristics and poor prognosis. However, there is limited data available in Pakistan. Therefore, we analyzed to examine the incidence, clinicopathological features, treatments, and outcomes of SRCC in colorectal cancer cases in Pakistan.

Emerging Role of Gut Microbiota in Breast Cancer Development and Its Implications in Treatment.

The human digestive system contains approximately 100 trillion bacteria. The gut microbiota is an emerging field of research that is associated with specific biological processes in many diseases, including cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, brain disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and cancer. Emerging evidence indicates that the gut microbiota affects the response to anticancer therapies by modulating the host immune system.

Stabilizing Polyoxometalate for Enhanced OER Performance Using a Porous Manganese Oxide Support.

The oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is a critical challenge in electrocatalytic water splitting, hindered by high energy demands and slow kinetics. Polyoxometalates (POMs), recognized for their unique redox capabilities, structural archetypes, and molecular precision, are promising candidates for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER). Yet, their application is hindered by high water solubility, causing rapid degradation and efficiency loss under harsh OER conditions.

Comparative Study of Essential Oils Extracted From Miller Seeds Using Hydrodistillation, Steam Distillation, and Superheated Steam Distillation.

Miller is a highly valued aromatic and nutritious plant. The unique compositions of its essential oil make it more valuable in the flavor, fragrance, and medicinal industries. However, the potential of superheated steam distillation for obtaining essential oils from its seeds has not been explored in detail.

MiCK: a database of gut microbial genes linked with chemoresistance in cancer patients.

Cancer remains a global health challenge, with significant morbidity and mortality rates. In 2020, cancer caused nearly 10 million deaths, making it the second leading cause of death worldwide. The emergence of chemoresistance has become a major hurdle in successfully treating cancer patients.

Double extreme-cum-median ranked set sampling.

Extreme-cum-median ranked set sampling has been developed to address the problem of heterogeneity and outliers / extreme values. Double ranked set sampling has been suggested to obtain more reliable samples using the concept of degree of distinguishability. Dealing with heterogeneous and non-normal populations seems to be an area with a dearth of research.

Climate data dynamics: A high-volume real world structured weather dataset.

The dataset at hand is a unique resource, officially procured from the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the sole government institution that diligently monitors weather through 35 strategically placed weather stations across the nation. This dataset is a treasure trove of actual data spanning several decades, from the inception of each weather station to the present. It has been meticulously restructured and processed into four (Rainfall, Temperature, Humidity, and Sunshine) key weather parameters, presented in a highly organized and accessible format.

Therapeutic potential of silica nanoparticles, cisplatin, and quercetin on ovarian cancer: In vivo model.

The present study evaluated the effect of silica nanoparticles, quercetin, and cisplatin against ovarian cancer. Cisplatin is a potent antineoplastic agent but has greater toxicity against cancer. Quercetin is a powerful flavonoid with remarkable anti-cancer activity due to its anti-apoptotic nature.

Quantitative assessment of Tm isotope production: experimental data analysis and model validation.

Tm is an effective radioisotope for use in theragnostic purposes. This study aims to find the best alternative routes for producing Tm for appropriate cancer therapy and diagnostics. In this study, we comprehensively analyzed production cross-sections of Tm and investigated the behavior of these reactions using six different level density models and refined optical model potential (OMP) parameters with the nuclear reaction code TALYS 1.

Microscopic messengers: microbiota-derived bacterial extracellular vesicles in inflammatory bowel disease.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a persistent and complex condition accomplished by inflammation of the gastrointestinal system, encompassing Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). This condition is caused by the combination of genetic predispositions, environmental triggers, and dysregulated immunological responses, which complicates diagnosis and treatment. The latest developments in gastroenterology have revealed the critical significance of the gut microbiota in the pathogenesis of IBD.

Bismuth sensitized iron oxide on exfoliated graphene oxide (Bi-FeO@GO) for oxygen evaluation reaction.

Electrochemical water splitting is a promising approach towards a sustainable and renewable energy source. However, the demand for high anodic potential and sluggish kinetics of oxygen evolution reaction (OER) restrict the efficiency and feasibility of the water-splitting process. In this quest, transition metal oxides and alloys are considered potential candidates owing to their natural occurrence and high redox potential for OER.

Large Right Atrial Thrombus Alongside Left Atrial Thrombus in a Rheumatic Severe Mitral Stenosis Patient.

We present finding of right atrial thrombus concomitant with recurrent left atrial thrombus in a patient diagnosed with rheumatic severe mitral stenosis. Its significance lies in the potential complications associated with right atrial thrombus, including spontaneous or iatrogenic pulmonary embolism or paradoxical systemic embolization, underscoring the importance of thorough imaging.

Raising a child with cancer: Impact on parents' health-related quality of life.

Background: Having a child with a serious illness like cancer has a detrimental and negative impact on the parents' health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Many factors have been identified as being associated with poorer HRQOL. Acquiring knowledge about these factors is essential to enhancing the quality of life (QOL) of children as well as their parents.

Moderating effect of gender and marital status in the association between religiosity and happiness among Bangladeshi university students.

Background: Boosting university students' happiness is essential for personal development, familial harmony, social equilibrium, and national progress. The present study aimed to determine the significant influential factors of happiness, as well as whether gender and marital status have a moderating effect on the relationship between religiosity and happiness among Bangladeshi university students.

Methods: A total of 464 students were recruited for the present study, they were selected by multistage random sampling.

Giant tunnel electroresistance through a Van der Waals junction by external ferroelectric polarization.

The burgeoning interest in two-dimensional semiconductors stems from their potential as ultrathin platforms for next-generation transistors. Nonetheless, there persist formidable challenges in fully obtaining high-performance complementary logic components and the underlying mechanisms for the polarity modulation of transistors are not yet fully understood. Here, we exploit both ferroelectric domain-based nonvolatile modulation of Fermi level in transitional metal dichalcogenides (MoS) and quantum tunneling through nanoscale hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN).