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Does Tibial Tunnel Placement Affect Postoperative Function and Isokinetic Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Anatomical Single-Bundle Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Hamstring Autograft?

Arslantaş, Deveci, Ozdemir et al. · 2026 · The journal of knee surgery

Tunnel malposition is a frequent complication of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. We evaluated whether the tibial tunnel location of patients who underwent anatomical single-bundle ACL reconstruction with hamstring tendons…

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Comparison of early-onset and average-onset colorectal cancer in Saudi Arabia: A multicenter retrospective cohort study.

Alessy, Al-Bawardy, Alabdullah et al. · 2026 · Saudi journal of gastroenterology : official journal of the Saudi Gastroenterology Association

Although overall colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence has stabilized or declined in some regions, early-onset CRC (EO-CRC) is increasing in many countries. We aimed to compare EO-CRC with average-onset CRC (AO-CRC) to inform screening and…

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Stool Microbiota, Metabolites, and Fecal Incontinence in Women.

Arya, Kashyap, Carnes et al. · 2026 · Urogynecology (Philadelphia, Pa.)

Stool metabolites influencing gut motility and sensation may contribute to fecal incontinence (FI). The objective of this study was to test whether FI is associated with higher levels of butyrate and Clostridiales taxa in stool. Stool…

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Comparative effectiveness of tirzepatide versus GLP-1 receptor agonists on the risk of venous thromboembolism in patients with obesity: a real-world cohort study.

Wu, Lee, Huang et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in medicine

Venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), represents a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with obesity. Although glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)…

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An Analysis of Thyrotropin Levels in Patients With Nonscarring Alopecia: A Single-Center Retrospective Comparative Study.

Alomary, Baker, Schell et al. · 2026 · The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology

To compare thyrotropin (TSH) levels across nonscarring alopecia (NSA) subtypes-alopecia areata (AA), telogen effluvium (TE), and androgenetic alopecia (AGA)-in a primary analysis of all patients, a secondary analysis of euthyroid patients…

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The Influence of Congenital Heart Defect Repair Through a Right Subaxillary Thoracotomy on Postoperative Pulmonary Function and Prognosis in Small Infants.

Wang, Li, He et al. · 2026 · Reviews in cardiovascular medicine

The influence of repair of congenital heart defect (CHD) via a right subaxillary thoracotomy (RSAT) on postoperative pulmonary function and prognosis in small infants is a key consideration. Data were collected from infants who underwent…

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Comparative efficacy of ripertamab, rituximab, and efgartigimod in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy: an exploratory real-world multicenter cohort study.

Wu, Zhou, Yin et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in immunology

To analyze and compare the efficacy of ripertamab, rituximab, and efgartigimod in patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), focusing on treatment response rates, relapse rates, drug safety, long-term clinical…

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Monitoring cardiac symptoms during teleprehabilitation prior to coronary artery bypass grafting: a digital cardiac counselling trial subanalysis.

van Susante, van Mierlo, Scheenstra et al. · 2026 · European heart journal. Digital health

The purpose of this subanalysis was to explore whether or not teleprehabilitation leads to worsening cardiac symptoms in patients accepted for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). A subgroup of patients accepted for CABG (including…

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Masticatory Muscle Activity in a Group of Thai Children with Skeletal and Dental Malocclusions: A Pilot Study Using Surface Electromyography.

Saleechan, Pumklin, Puapichartdumrong et al. · 2026 · European journal of dentistry

This pilot study aimed to investigate masseter muscle (MM) and anterior temporal muscle activity, symmetry, synergy, and effort in Thai children with skeletal and dental malocclusions. Children aged 9 to 12 years were recruited ( N…

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support Before Pediatric Heart Transplantation: A Comparison of Two Eras.

Bilgili, Abu-Mowis, Jeng et al. · 2026 · ASAIO journal (American Society for Artificial Internal Organs : 1992)

The United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) Database was studied to evaluate the state of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) utilization before pediatric heart transplantation and to compare outcomes over the last two decades. A…

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Effectiveness of Forum Play to promote respectful maternity care: A pilot intervention investigating self-reported perception and behaviour among care providers in urban Nepal.

Paudel Ghimire, Dahal, Joshi et al. · 2026 · PloS one

Ensuring respectful maternity care is crucial to promote positive childbirth experiences among women. Globally, 22-100% women report experiencing at least one form of disrespect and abuse during facility-based birth, with a study in Nepal…

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The Effect of Isotonic Versus Isometric Strength Exercise for Pain and Strength in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: A Randomized Crossover Trial.

Rich, Ford, Cook et al. · 2026 · Clinical journal of sport medicine : official journal of the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine

The effect of isometric exercise on pain and strength for various tendinopathies has been investigated but there are no published studies on proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT). The objective of this trial was to determine the…

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Multiparametric MRI-Based Habitat Radiomics Combined with Deep Transfer Learning for Predicting Extrathyroidal Extension in Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma.

Li, Zeng, Wang et al. · 2026 · Journal of imaging informatics in medicine

The objective of the study is to develop and validate a multiparametric MRI (mpMRI)-based model that integrated with habitat-based radiomics, deep transfer learning (DTL), and quantitative parameters for the preoperative prediction of…

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Early orthodontic traction does not compromise root development in inversely impacted maxillary central incisors: a three-year cone-beam computed tomography evaluation.

Yang, Dong, Cheng et al. · 2026 · Clinical oral investigations

To evaluate whether early orthodontic traction of inversely impacted maxillary central incisors with curved roots affects subsequent root development and labial/palatal alveolar bone support. A retrospective cone-beam computed tomography…

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Venous thromboembolic events in traumatic brain injury. Does timing of prophylaxis matter? A single-center retrospective cohort study.

Hernandez, Christensen, Shumaker et al. · 2026 · Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center)

Patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are at increased risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) due to immobilization and a hypercoagulable state. The administration and optimal timing for chemoprophylaxis remain unclear because of…

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Phacoemulsification with IOL implantation combined with goniosynechialysis and goniotomy in primary angle-closure glaucoma following failed trabeculectomy: short-term effectiveness and safety outcomes.

Zhou, Ge, Jin et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in medicine

To evaluate the short-term effectiveness and safety of Phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation combined with goniosynechialysis and goniotomy (PEI-GSL-GT) in eyes with prior failed trabeculectomy compared to surgically…

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Efficacy and cost-effectiveness of intraoperative cell salvage for patients with placenta previa during cesarean section: a retrospective comparison analysis.

Zhang, Lu, Hua et al. · 2026 · Open medicine (Warsaw, Poland)

This study aimed to evaluate whether intraoperative cell salvage (ICS) and retransfusion reduce allogeneic blood transfusion (ABT) requirement and treatment costs in patients with placenta previa undergoing cesarean section. We…

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