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Lithium (Li) is present in human nutrition based on food intake, and several studies recommend it for treating mood disorders, even if the biological proprieties and biochemical mechanisms represent the basis for its use as an essential element. The Li content was evaluated using the inductively coupled plasma mass spe…

BACKGROUND: Mean platelet volume (MPV) has been reported significantly higher in patients with metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), suggesting a thrombogenic effect with an inconclusive link to excess risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). The aim of this cross-sectional study was to elucid…

OBJECTIVE: In recent years, many studies have investigated the triggers, perpetuating factors, and outcomes of Fear of Cancer Recurrence (FCR), highlighting its complexity with multiple dimensions that encompass both antecedents and consequences. In this sense, the cognitive approach to FCR has explored variables such…

Incisional hernias often occur after laparoscopic colorectal surgery, but the precise risk factors are not fully understood. This study's primary aim was to compare the incidence of incisional hernias following laparoscopic right colectomy with intracorporeal anastomotic reconstruction (ICA) versus extracorporeal anast…

OBJECTIVE: Analyses of individual differences in change may be unintentionally biased when versions of a neuropsychological test used at different follow-ups are not of equivalent difficulty. This study's objective was to compare mean, linear, and equipercentile equating methods and demonstrate their utility in longitu…

Estimating the incidence of lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) of the breast is challenging because it lacks both clinical and mammographic signs and is usually an incidental finding in breast biopsies performed for other reasons. In general, population-based studies are believed to provide the most accurate measures, bu…

BACKGROUND: Children with neurodevelopmental conditions in low-resource urban settings often remain undiagnosed and excluded from care. Reliable epidemiological data is crucial for addressing this issue, but in Ecuador, official data are limited. To address this, an door-to-door screening survey was carried out in an u…

Mechanical cassava processing technologies have been recently introduced in Tanzania, yet their economic viability and farmer-level profitability remain underexplored. This study provides one of the first multidimensional evaluations of cassava mechanization in coastal regions (Tanga and Pwani) by integrating Net Prese…

Empathy is crucial in forming a good relationship between patients and healthcare providers. Research on empathy in health care has largely focused on healthcare providers and students and less on the patient's perspective. This study's aim was to investigate patients' experience of empathy in healthcare interactions,…

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Although buprenorphine is effective and approved for treating opioid use disorder (OUD), it remains underutilized in primary care settings. This study's objective was to explore what primary care teams need to overcome barriers in treating OUD, and to assess whether those needs change after r…

BACKGROUND: Numerous earlier studies examining the association of air pollution with maternal and foetal health estimated maternal exposure to air pollutants based on the women's residential addresses. However, residential addresses, which are personally identifiable information, are not always obtainable. Since a majo…

BACKGROUND: Digital parent training programs (DPTs) have emerged as a scalable solution for treating childhood oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), offering remote access and reduced barriers to care. However, there is limited data on their potential to reach untreated populations and their effectiveness during times o…

BACKGROUND: Small, preliminary studies and the systematic reviews on superior capsular reconstruction (SCR) that collate data are at increased risk spin. This study's primary objective was to identify, describe, and account for the incidence of spin in systematic reviews of SCR. This study's secondary objective was to…

Relationships between physicians and pharmaceutical sales representatives (PSRs) often create conflicts of interest, not least because of the various benefits received by physicians. Many countries attempt to control pharmaceutical industry marketing strategies through legal regulation, and this is true in Poland where…

Multiple myeloma (MM) accounts for 10% of hematologic cancers in the U.S.; however, incidence and mortality occur disproportionately between racial groups in real-world settings. Our study's objective was to systematically characterize the disparities in overall survival (OS) among Black and White patients with MM in t…

Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) is a hereditary disorder of connective tissue, often presenting with complex symptoms can include chronic pain, fatigue, and dysautonomia. Factors influencing functional disability in the pediatric hEDS population are incompletely studied. This study's aims were to assess facto…

BACKGROUND: Utilization of large-volume clinical registries for observational research has gained popularity in orthopaedic literature. However, concerns exist regarding inadequate reporting of methodology in this type of research. Despite these concerns, the reproducibility of such studies has not been adequately asse…

BACKGROUND: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a chronic, debilitating condition that causes numerous long-lasting complications. The cognitive health of people with DM is crucial for ensuring holistic development, academic success, and participation in daily life activities. This study aimed to assess the neurocognitive profil…

BACKGROUND: The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of 12-weeks dance training with balance training on fall risk, physical and cognitive functions. The study's second aim was to evaluate the association between physical and cognitive functions with circulating markers of neurodegeneration and cognitive impairment…

BACKGROUND: Hypertension is a prevalent chronic medical condition that can impact health-related quality of life (HRQoL). While a relationship between mental disorders and hypertension is established, the incremental impact of co-occurring mental disorders on HRQoL in hypertensive individuals has not been well-quantifi…