Translation, cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the composite physical function scale in Chinese community-dwelling older adults by Jiaying Qi, Jing Xu, Hui Zhang, Mingshuai Feng, Hongyan Meng, Li Wang

“…Conclusions The C-CPF scale serves as a valid and practical tool for widespread health screening to measure the level of comprehensive physical function and its decline amongst Chinese older adults. Further research is needed to explore the eligibility of the application of the C-CPF in a broad range of populations.…”
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Effect of power training on physical functional performance of patients with Parkinson's disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. by Samuel Brito de Almeida, Emmanuelle Silva Tavares Sobreira, Charles Phillipe de Lucena Alves, Danielle Pessoa Lima, Janine de Carvalho Bonfadini, Manoel Alves Sobreira-Neto, Thiago Holanda Freitas, Simony Lira do Nascimento, Pedro Braga-Neto

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>PT did not improve PFP compared to control or alternative interventions. More studies are needed to explore PT effects (e.g., higher volume, intensity, and combined types) in PD patients.…”
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The effect of magnesium supplementation on serum concentration of lipid profile: an updated systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis on randomized controlled trials by Mitra Hariri, Masoudreza Sohrabi, Ali Gholami

“…However, due to high heterogeneity, we must note that more research is needed to make robust recommendations regarding magnesium supplementation in clinical practice. …”
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Efficacy and safety of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in the treatment of male smokers with tobacco use disorder: a randomized controlled trial by Salma W. Mousa, Adel A. Badawy, Gehan F. Attia, Wesam A. Ghareeb

“…These findings align with previous studies supporting the efficacy of r-TMS in addiction treatment. Further research is needed to optimize treatment protocols, explore combined therapies, and assess long-term outcomes to improve smoking cessation in diverse populations.…”
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The COVID‐19 pandemic and associated declines in cancer incidence by race/ethnicity and census‐tract level SES, rurality, and persistent poverty status by Benmei Liu, Mandi Yu, Jeffrey Byrne, Katheen A. Cronin, Eric J. Feuer

“…Further investigation is needed to understand the specific effects of COVID‐19 on different population groups of interest.…”
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Sleep duration in adolescence buffers the impact of childhood trauma on anxiety and depressive symptoms by Toni Coote, Emma Barrett, Lucinda Grummitt

“…Conclusions Obtaining optimal amounts of sleep each night may help mitigate anxiety and depressive symptoms for non-clinical adolescents exposed to trauma, however, longitudinal research is needed to confirm the directionality of the relationships between trauma, sleep, and mental health symptoms. …”
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Factors Influencing Background Parenchymal Enhancement in Breast Contrast-Enhanced Mammography: A Retrospective Study by Xue J, Qu T, Li Z, Shi B, Yang G, Rong X, Li Y, Lin G, Ping Y

“…BPE level increased significantly from 3 to 9 minutes post-contrast injection (P< 0.001, t=− 10.7).Conclusion: BPE in CEM is significantly associated with age and menopausal status. Further research is needed to clarify the relationship between BPE and breast density and menstrual cycle phase. …”
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Gasoline Direct Injection Engine Emissions of OC and EC: Laboratory Comparisons with Port Fuel Injection Engine by Jie Zhang, John Liggio, Tak W. Chan, Lin Huang, Jeffrey R. Brook

“…Once the GDI vehicle was equipped with a GPF, the removal efficiency of EC was > 98%, but OC emissions could increase as a result of regeneration, suggesting that the effect of a GPF on total carbon emitted to the atmosphere needs further evaluation, especially considering the formation of secondary organic aerosol.…”
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Developing a new clinical governance framework for chronic diseases in primary care: an umbrella review by Walter Ricciardi, Gianfranco Damiani, Alessandra Buja, Vincenzo Baldo, Mark H Ebell, Roberto Toffanin, Mirko Claus

“…This approach demands the implementation of a system of organisational, functional and professional management based on a population health needs assessment, resource management, evidence-based and patient-oriented research, professional education, team building and information and communication technologies that support the delivery system. …”
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Comparing Prednisone and Methotrexate to Off-label Biologic Infliximab for Management of Ocular Uveitis: A Cost-minimization Analysis by William V. Padula, Miguel Cordero-Coma, Taygan Yilmaz, William V. Padula, Michéal J. Gallagher, Jonathan D. Campbell

“…Clinical trials of infliximab in the uveitis population are needed to reduce the uncertain estimates of inflixmab treatment success and the drug’s cost-effectiveness.…”
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The development and validation of an UV-Vis spectrophotometric method for the determination of ciprofloxacin in raw material and dosage forms by Timothé Mavanga Mabaya, Jocelyn Mankulu Kakumba, Mannix Mayangi Makola, Adelard Mbenza Puati, Didi Mana Kialengila, Jean Mavar Tayey Mbay, Jeremie Mbinze

“…Conclusion The validated method is suitable for routine quantification of ciprofloxacin HCl as raw API or in tablet forms, with revalidation needed for other pharmaceutical forms. …”
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Optimal needle characteristics for classical inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia: a systematic review by Mennat Allah Ashraf Abd-Elsabour, Ayat Gamal-AbdelNaser

“…Clinical relevance Thinner needles are favored for less pain during insertion; but standardized future studies are essentially needed for solid conclusions. A detailed standard protocol is, therefore, proposed.…”
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Anticancer properties of Dillenia suffruticosa (Griffith Ex. Hook. F. &amp; Thomsom) Martelli by Ika Rahayu, Susana Elya Sudrajat, Kris Herawan Timotius

“…These extracts inhibit cancer cell growth, induce apoptosis, and target pathways like p53/p21, JNK, PI3K/AKT, and NFκB, with effects linked to mitochondrial dysfunction. Further research is needed to explore its roles in autophagy, cell differentiation, and the tumor microenvironment.…”
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Hospitalization outcomes in people living with HIV on Dolutegravir-based regimen in Mwanza, Tanzania: a comparative cohort by Godfrey A. Kisigo, Eric Barongo, Benson Issarow, Cody Cichowitz, Bahati Wajanga, Samuel Kalluvya, Robert N. Peck

“…Clinical trials are urgently needed to test novel interventions for improving survival in this high-risk group. …”
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IL-6–174 G/C transversion might decrease male infertility risk: A case-control study by Tayyebeh Zamani-Badi, Mohammad Karimian, Javad Amini Mahabadi, Atieh Rafatmanesh, Hossein Nikzad

“…Despite the growing recognition of genetic factors in male infertility, the specific association between the IL-6–174 G/C genetic polymorphism and male infertility remains an area that needs further investigation. Objective: This investigation explores the correlation between the IL-6–174 G/C transversion and male infertility. …”
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Gastrostomy uptake in motor neurone disease: a mixed-methods study of patients’ decision making by Natalie James, Emma Power, Anne Hogden, Julie Labra, Victoria M Flood

“…Other reported factors included: reducing carer burden, improving quality of life, increasing independence, continuing participation in social outings and gaining control.Conclusions Future research may give greater insight into how healthcare organisations can better facilitate gastrostomy decision making, to meet the needs of people living with MND. Larger, prospective, multisite studies may build on these findings to better inform clinical guidelines and minimise the impacts of delayed gastrostomy insertion.…”
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Qualitative focus group study investigating experiences of accessing and engaging with social care services: perspectives of carers from diverse ethnic groups caring for stroke sur... by Geoffrey Cloud, Nan Greenwood, Jess Holley, Theresa Ellmers, Gill Mein

“…Many themes were common to all the included ethnic groups but some related to specific groups.Conclusions Across ethnic groups there were many similarities in the experiences of people caring for stroke survivors with complex, long-term care needs. Accessing services demands effort and persistence on carers’ part. …”
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Assessment of Knowledge and Practice of Various Eye Diseases in Sulaimani: A Descriptive Study by Abdulrahman M. Ibrahem, Salah Q. Mahmood, Muhammed Babakir-Mina, Salar Ibrahim Ali, Bakhtyar Kamal Talabany

“…Health education campaigns are needed to improve personal awareness about vision related problems and for better eye health. …”
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Associations of four obesity indices with diabetes mellitus in Korean middle-aged and older adults using the Korean Genome and Epidemiology Study (KoGES) by Yiseul Lee, Nam-Kyoo Lim, Hyun-Young Park

“…Therefore, age-related index criteria for DM, especially in women, were needed for the effective prevention and management of DM.…”
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Serum Carboxy-terminal Cross-linking Telopeptide Fragments of Type-2 Collagen Level in the General Population: A Pilot Study by Rajat Khanna, Divyam Jindal, Sudhir Singh

“…However, a multicentric study with stringent subject selection criteria is needed to corroborate the results of this pilot study.…”
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