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In this study, we selected 12 guanidine derivatives from the previously described ligand library and determined their affinity at histamine H and H receptors (HR and HR, respectively). Moreover, we also checked their intrinsic activity toward HR and muscarinic M, M, and M receptors (MR, MR, and MR, respectively). Since ADS1017 has been proved to be the most selective and highly potent H antagonist in our series, we chose it as the lead structure for further biological evaluation.

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Hypereosinophilic diseases represent a heterogeneous group that poses a significant medical challenge. An increased number of eosinophils in the blood can be a dominant symptom of hematologic diseases, such as myeloid hematopoietic cancers or lymphomas. However, it is more commonly associated with other health conditions, such as allergies, infections, and systemic inflammatory diseases.

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The surface integrity of gutta-percha cones is a crucial factor in the success of endodontic procedures. Disinfecting solutions play a pivotal role in sterilizing gutta-percha cones, but their influence on gutta-percha surface topography remains a subject of concern. This systematic review aimed to present a qualitative synthesis of available laboratory studies assessing the influence of disinfecting solutions on the surface topography of gutta-percha and offers insights into the implications for clinical practice.

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Introduction: Classical risk factors such as hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, pre-diabetes, diabetes and obesity can predict adverse cardiovascular events, but they are less prognostic in patients aged < 60 years. Polygenic risk scores (PRS) can be effective in predicting adverse coronary events in younger and middle-aged patients. Our main aim is to assess the utility of a new PRS created for the Polish population in predicting mortality during an 8-year follow-up in the nationwide LIPIDOGEN2015 population.

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JCO SEQUOIA (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT03336333) is a phase III, randomized, open-label trial that compared the oral Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitor zanubrutinib to bendamustine plus rituximab (BR) in treatment-naïve patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma (CLL/SLL). The initial prespecified analysis (median follow-up, 26.

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Background: Understanding the dynamics of HIV-1 transmission is essential for developing effective screening and intervention strategies. Viral genetic sequences provide valuable information that can be used to infer the history and patterns of viral transmission.

Purpose: Our study explores the structure and dynamics of HIV transmissions in Poland from 1999 to 2022 to elucidate key patterns related with national epidemics.

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Background And Aim: Diabetes has been shown in last decades to be associated with a significantly higher mortality among patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) treated with primary PCI (PPCI). Therefore, the aim of current study was to evaluate the impact of diabetes on times delays, reperfusion and mortality in a contemporary STEMI population undergoing PPCI, including treatment during the COVID pandemic.

Methods And Results: The ISACS-STEMI COVID-19 is a large-scale retrospective multicenter registry involving PPCI centers from Europe, Latin America, South-East Asia and North-Africa, including patients treated from 1st of March until June 30, 2019 and 2020.

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This comprehensive review explores the pivotal roles of glycation and oxidative stress in the aging process of the skin, emphasizing their targeted therapeutic applications in aesthetic and regenerative medicine, as well as anti-aging interventions. Glycation, a biochemical process involving the non-enzymatic attachment of sugars to proteins, lipids, or nucleic acids, culminates in the formation of Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs). These AGEs are significant contributors to aging and various chronic ailments, triggering oxidative stress and inflammatory pathways, thereby manifesting as wrinkles, diminished skin elasticity, and other age-related dermal alterations.

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  • Contrast-induced encephalopathy (CIE) is a rare but serious complication after coronary angiography, often presenting as transient cortical blindness; however, this case reports the first instance of CIE accompanied by visual and auditory hallucinations.
  • An 80-year-old female patient experienced confusion and hallucinations following an elective coronary procedure, after complications were encountered during the angiography; stroke was initially suspected but ruled out through MRI.
  • The patient was diagnosed with CIE and treated with sedation and quetiapine for her hallucinations, ultimately leading to the resolution of her symptoms within five days.
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  • The study investigates pyroptosis, a form of programmed cell death, in the context of status epilepticus (SE), a condition marked by prolonged seizures, and how it relates to neurodegeneration.
  • Researchers induced SE in mice using pilocarpine and found increased levels of inflammatory markers and TRPM7 expression, identifying TRPM7 as a key player in neuronal damage and hyperexcitability.
  • The findings suggest that targeting TRPM7 and NLRP3 could be a potential treatment strategy for SE, as inhibiting these pathways alleviated neuronal hyperexcitability and pyroptosis.
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Positive allosteric modulation of µ-opioid receptor - A new possible approach in the pain management?

Biochem Pharmacol

November 2024

Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland. Electronic address:

The antinociceptive effect of the opioid drugs is achieved through activation of the µ-opioid receptor (MOP). The orthosteric and allosteric sites of opioid receptors may be modulated, orthosteric site by endogenous i.e.

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Human B-cells can form Hetero-aggregates with Blood Platelets: A Novel Insight into Adaptive Immunity Regulation in Multiple Sclerosis.

J Mol Biol

November 2024

University of Lodz, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, Department of General Biochemistry, Pomorska 141/143, 90-236 Lodz, Poland.

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  • - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that leads to inflammation and damage to nerve tissues, and this study investigates the interactions between blood platelets and immune cells (leukocytes) in MS patients.
  • - Researchers found that there is a significant increase in the movement of leukocytes towards platelets in MS, indicating that these immune interactions are enhanced, particularly in patients with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) and secondary progressive MS (SPMS).
  • - The study highlights the importance of the CD40-CD40L pathway in the communication between platelets and B-cells, suggesting that this interaction may play a key role in the progression of MS and could be a target for future therapeutic strategies.
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Contemporary scientific discussions are increasingly focusing on due to its complex influence on intestinal physiology. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the various effects has on intestinal inflammation, while also exploring its potential associations with obesity and cardiovascular diseases. A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate with the following keywords: , obesity, cardiovascular risk, and inflammatory bowel diseases.

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  • - The study aims to address the ongoing symptoms of depression, particularly focusing on residual hypersomnia, which significantly impacts daily life and is under-researched.
  • - A systematic review analyzed data from multiple databases to assess the prevalence and treatment options for residual hypersomnia in depression, finding that current treatments, including modafinil and CPAP for patients with sleep apnea, show limited long-term effectiveness.
  • - The research highlights challenges like unclear definitions and a lack of rigorous trials, emphasizing the need for more studies to improve the understanding and management of residual hypersomnia in depressed patients.
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Unlabelled: This phase 2 study investigated pevonedistat + azacitidine + venetoclax ( = 83) versus azacitidine + venetoclax ( = 81) in patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) ineligible for intensive chemotherapy. The study was stopped early following negative results from PANTHER, which evaluated pevonedistat in higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes/chronic myelomonocytic leukemia or low-blast AML. Outcomes were analyzed up to the datacut.

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Introduction: Chronic pruritus is one of the most common symptoms in geriatric patients. Pathogenesis of pruritus is multifactorial.

Aim: To evaluate the prevalence and characteristics of pruritus in geriatric patients and to characterise pruritus and explore its possible underlying causes.

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A lesson in symmetry.

Nat Struct Mol Biol

December 2024

Department of Haemostasis and Haemostatic Disorders, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland.

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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography training conditions, results from a pan-European survey: Between vision and reality.

United European Gastroenterol J

November 2024

Junge Gastroenterologie (JuGa) - German Young Gastroenterology Study Group of the DGVS - German Society for Digestive and Metabolic Diseases, Berlin, Germany.

Background: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) still has a relatively high complication rate, underscoring the importance of high-quality training. Despite existing guidelines, real-world data on training conditions remain limited. This pan-European survey aims to systematically explore the perceptions surrounding ERCP training.

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Introduction: Vestibular schwannomas are benign tumors that account for 8% of all intracranial tumors. Due to their location in the cerebellopontine angle and internal auditory canal, access to these lesions requires disruption of the temporal bone. The pneumatization of this bone varies between individuals, and literature reports suggest that it may influence the frequency of cerebrospinal fluid leaks.

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