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Background: Despite constant improvements, incontinence is one of the most relevant and quality-of-life-reducing side effects of radical prostatectomy (RP) and, in addition to patient-specific factors such as age, the experience of the surgeon/center and the surgical technique used play an important role.

Aims: To present current real-world data on short-term incontinence after RP from one of the largest German rehabilitation centers in 2022 and to compare it to the results from the same institution in 2016.

Methods And Results: Retrospective, unicentric, univariate analysis of data from 1394 men after RP in 2022 on admission and discharge from the rehabilitation clinic.

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Enhanced technologies of the future are gradually improving the digital landscape. Internet of Things (IoT) technology is an advanced technique that is quickly increasing owing to the development of a network of organized online devices. In today's digital era, the IoT is considered one of the most robust technologies.

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-rearranged Renal Cell Carcinoma (TFE3-RCC) is an aggressive subtype of RCC characterized by Xp11.2 rearrangement, leading to TFE3 fusion proteins with oncogenic potential. Despite advances in understanding its molecular biology, effective therapies for advanced cases remain elusive.

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Background: Dimethyl fumarate (DMF) is increasingly used in treating multiple sclerosis (MS) with controversial results of the safety and efficacy of different DMF doses. We aimed to systematically review the literature to examine the safety and efficacy of DMF for MS patients.

Methods: We searched PubMed Medline, Cochrane, Web of Science, Scopus databases and clinicaltrials.

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Although several antithrombotic strategies have been investigated for the management of cryptogenic strokes, ie, ischemic strokes without known etiologies, an optimal antithrombotic strategy for cryptogenic strokes is unknown. We aim to assess oral antithrombotic agents' comparative efficacy and safety after cryptogenic stroke to identify an optimal treatment.A systematic review and meta-analysis synthesizing evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) obtained from PubMed, Embase Cochrane, Scopus, and Web of Science until February 2024.

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Background: Anemia is frequently observed as a comorbidity in atrial fibrillation (AF), especially in elderly patients and in those on anticoagulation. This has been associated with poor clinical outcomes. We aim to investigate the impact of anemia on clinical outcomes in patients with AF on oral anticoagulation.

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The Klein-Gordon problem (KGP) is one of the interesting models that appear in many scientific phenomena. These models are characterized by memory effects, which provide insight into complex phenomena in the fields of physics. In this regard, we propose a new robust algorithm called the confluent Bernoulli approach with residual power series scheme (CBCA-RPSS) to give an approximate solution for the fractional nonlinear KGP.

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Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the impacts of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) severity on shoulder function including range of motion, strength, muscle activation patterns, and patient-reported disability.

Methods: A cross-sectional, observational study design was utilized. Seventy-five women with unilateral BCRL were recruited and categorized into mild, moderate, and severe groups based on limb swelling severity.

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For people with diabetes, controlling blood glucose level (BGL) is a significant issue since the disease affects how the body metabolizes food, which makes careful insulin regulation necessary. Patients have to manually check their blood sugar levels, which can be laborious and inaccurate. Many variables affect BGL changes, making accurate prediction challenging.

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A series of new quinazolin-2,4-dione derivatives incorporating amide/eight-membered nitrogen-heterocycles -, in addition, acylthiourea/amide/dithiolan-4-one and/or phenylthiazolidin-4-one - and -. The starting compound was prepared by reaction of 4-(2,4-dioxo-1,4-dihydro-2-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzoyl chloride with ammonium thiocyanate and cyanoacetic acid hydrazide. The reaction of with strong electrophiles, namely, -aminophenol, -amino thiophenol, and/or -phenylene diamine, resulted in corresponding quinazolin-2,4-dione derivatives incorporating eight-membered nitrogen-heterocycles -.

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Low Voltage Ride Through (LVRT) is considered one of the main and serious problems facing the electrical grid. It occurs due to three-phase symmetric faults and asymmetric faults such as a double line to ground fault that applies in this system. This paper applies Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) to improve the LVRT capability and dynamic performance of an electrical grid linked to a Photovoltaic (PV)/Wind hybrid system through grid disturbances.

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sST2 levels and 3D speckle tracking as predictors of CAD severity in chronic coronary syndrome.

Egypt Heart J

December 2024

Cardiology Division of Internal Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, South Valley University, Qena, 83523, Egypt.

Background: Previous studies on the relation of sST2 with atherosclerotic disease mostly focused on the predictive value of sST2 for heart failure. However, there is no definite conclusion about the correlation between sST2 level and a complex coronary lesion morphology detected with coronary angiography (CAG). The purpose of this work was to know sST2 level and 3D speckle-tracking echocardiography as predictor of coronary artery disease (CAD) severity in chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) individuals using Gensini score.

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(neem) extract was used to biologically synthesize magnesium oxide nanoparticles (MgO NPs). The synthesized NPs were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR), and UV-vis spectroscopy. Antioxidant, anticancer, antibacterial, antidiabetic, and anti-inflammatory activities were analyzed for the synthesized MgO NPs and neem extract.

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Hypertension is the predominant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and mortality. This study presents the first method for the simultaneous analysis of the co-administered antihypertensive drugs, Carvedilol (CAR) and Telmisartan (TEL) using a fast, highly sensitive, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective second derivative synchronous spectrofluorimetric approach. The fluorescence of CAR and TEL was quantified at 243 nm and 274.

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Background: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection increases the risks of chronic gastritis, peptic ulcer diseases, and the incidence of gastric cancer. However, antibiotic resistance and adverse effects led to the emergence of alternative treatments such as probiotics supplementation.

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An approach for classification of breast cancer using lightweight deep convolution neural network.

Heliyon

October 2024

Department of Information Technology, College of Computer and Information Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O.BOX 84428, Riyadh, 11671, Saudi Arabia.

The rapid advancement of deep learning has generated considerable enthusiasm regarding its utilization in addressing medical imaging issues. Machine learning (ML) methods can help radiologists to diagnose breast cancer (BCs) barring invasive measures. Informative hand-crafted features are essential prerequisites for traditional machine learning classifiers to achieve accurate results, which are time-consuming to extract.

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Implant Mismatch does not Affect Patient Outcomes in Primary Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty.

J Shoulder Elbow Surg

December 2024

Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Hôpital de La Tour, Rue J.-D. Maillard 3, 1217 Meyrin, Switzerland; Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Rue Michel-Servet 1, 1211 Geneva 4, Switzerland Division of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Geneva; University Hospitals, Rue Gabrielle-Perret-Gentil 4, CH-1211 Geneva 14, Switzerland; FORE (Foundation for Research and Teaching in Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Trauma, and Imaging in the Musculoskeletal System), Avenue J.-D. Maillard 3, 1217 Meyrin, Switzerland. Electronic address:

Background: There is a paucity of literature on manufacturer mismatch in reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA). It is unclear if use of different implant manufacturers for the glenoid side and the humeral side influences patient outcomes in primary RSA. We hypothesize that patients undergoing primary RSA with manufacturer mismatch such that humeral and glenoid components are from different manufacturers will not experience adverse outcomes when compared to a cohort of patients with humeral and glenoid components from the same manufacturer.

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  • Intestinal atresia is a congenital condition that results in a blockage of part of the intestine, often requiring surgical intervention for diagnosis and treatment.
  • A case study presented a preterm neonate with signs of intestinal atresia revealed through prenatal ultrasound and imaging, leading to the discovery of total intestinal atresia with no surgical options available.
  • The discussion highlights the need for improved diagnostic tools and further research into the causes of intestinal atresia due to the complex nature of the condition observed in this case.
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  • * Conducted as a double-blind, randomized controlled trial with 86 TKA patients, results showed that the DXM group experienced significantly less pain and fewer vomiting episodes compared to the placebo group, alongside improved mobility and muscle strength.
  • * The findings concluded that a single preoperative dose of dexamethasone is safe and effective for managing pain post-TKA, with no reported wound complications during the follow-up period. *
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Background: Cognitive Enhancers (CE) are central nervous system stimulant substances known to improve cognitive functions. Due to high-perceived stress and academic pressure, CEs are becoming increasingly popular among medical students. As a result, they are more likely to misuse these substances.

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COVID-19 vaccines play a crucial role in preventing complications and alleviating the impact of SARS-CoV-2. Nevertheless, these vaccines have been associated with side effects like pain, fatigue, fever, and, in rare instances, the development of sarcoidosis. This review seeks to provide an overview of research on sarcoidosis occurring after COVID-19 vaccination and attempt to identify potential factors that may contribute to this uncommon yet concerning complication.

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Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease of the central nervous system with unclear etiology involving genetic, environmental, and immunological factors. The potential link between head trauma and MS is controversial, with conflicting evidence. This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to assess the risk of developing MS following head trauma.

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  • * Most patients (69.2%) experienced pain due to infections or osteoarthritis, with various fracture types being treated through different surgical approaches, primarily the modified Stoppa.
  • * Despite a mean follow-up of 11.3 months showing decreased pain levels (VAS score from 6 to 1), the procedure carried significant complication risks, with intraoperative (30.8%) and postoperative (38.5%) issues reported, highlighting the need for experienced surgical teams.
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Background: Pediatric patients infected with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) have unique clinical characteristics. Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) is a proinflammatory cytokine that greatly contributes to tumor pathogenesis.

Purpose: To describe the presenting characteristics of COVID-19 infection among pediatric patients, and investigate the possible role of the TNF-α signaling pathway.

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Strawberries are susceptible to decay and destruction while being harvested and stored. This study had the following objectives: (1) the documentation of fungi and mycotoxin production associated with infected strawberry fruits; (2) the evaluation of the primary phytochemicals of and by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) analysis to identify the active chemical composition of the seaweed extracts; and (3) the assessment of the antifungal activity of five extracts from brown seaweeds both in vitro and in vivo against fungal infections on fresh fruit under post-harvest conditions. The most common fungi were 14.

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