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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

[Efficacy of photodynamic therapy in extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma].

Chen C, Liu HC, Wang RF et al. · 2026 · Zhonghua wai ke za zhi [Chinese journal of surgery]

Objective: To investigate the safety and efficacy of photodynamic therapy(PDT) combined with biliary stent implantation in the treatment of extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. Methods: A retrospective cohort analysis was conducted based on…

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Finite element analysis of the pedicle screw in lumbar transpedicular dynamic stabilization that penetrates the lateral cortex of the vertebral pedicle.

Zhao C, Zhang M, Li P et al. · 2026 · BMC musculoskeletal disorders

BACKGROUND: The mechanical stability of lumbar transpedicular dynamic stabilization (LTDS) was determined by simulating the degree to which the pedicle screws penetrated the lateral pedicle cortex. METHODS: A finite element model of the…

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Preoperative radiotherapy negatively affects early hypertrophy but has no effect on graft survival and union in patients treated with vascularized fibular grafts for bone tumors.

Bayram S, Atasoy İT, Salduz A et al. · 2026 · Journal of orthopaedic science : official journal of the Japanese Orthopaedic Association

Background Preoperative radiotherapy may impair bone healing and remodeling after wide resection and reconstruction using vascularized fibular grafts for bone tumors. This study evaluated whether preoperative radiotherapy affected union,…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Axial Length Asymmetry in Patients with Unilateral Retinal Detachment.

Wang H, Loke JY, Chan WO et al. · 2026 · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

Background and Objectives: Increased axial length is a major risk factor for retinal detachment. This study explored whether, in individuals presenting with unilateral disease, the longer eye was more likely to have rhegmatogenous disease.…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Dexmedetomidine and Apigenin Combination Mitigates Memory Deficits Caused by Microglial Activation and Hippocampal Neurogenesis Impairment in Methotrexate-Induced Chemo-Brain in Rats.

Yousef EM, Eldemerdash OM, Senousy MA et al. · 2026 · Neural plasticity

Dexmedetomidine (Dex), an α2-adrenergic receptor agonist, and apigenin (Api), a naturally occurring bioflavonoid, have recently shown neuroprotective effects in experimental models of methotrexate (MTX)-induced neurotoxicity; however, the…

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Can Lactate Values Predict Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation Following Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery? A Prospective Observational Study.

Temiztürk Z, Beyazal OF, Topçu AC et al. · 2026 · Brazilian journal of cardiovascular surgery

Introduction The aim of our study is to investigate the relationship and predictive significance of routinely measured serum lactate values with postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) in patients following isolated coronary artery bypass…

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Computed tomography based distal femoral morphology and comparative multi-implant total knee replacement fit analysis in a South East London population.

Eveson TE, Davis TP, Tindall AJ · 2026 · Journal of orthopaedics

Background Accurate medio-lateral sizing of the distal femur during total knee replacement (TKR) is essential to optimise implant fit and avoid over- or under-hang, which have been associated with suboptimal outcomes. National guidance…

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Survival Benefit of Adjuvant Radiotherapy After Surgery in Patients With T1-2N1M0 Hypopharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Dual-Cohort Analysis of SEER and Institutional Data.

Hu Z, Ma R, Wen Y et al. · 2026 · Cancer medicine

Background The optimal therapeutic strategy for patients with T2-3N0-3 M0 or T1N1-3 M0 hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPSCC) and the use of postoperative radiotherapy with or without systemic therapy for patients with T1-2N1M0…

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Effect of diode laser biostimulation on implant stability, post-surgical inflammation, and bone healing in immediate implant in the maxillary premolars. A randomized double-blind trial.

Kassem BA, Osman SM, El-Mahallawy Y · 2026 · Clinical oral investigations

INTRODUCTION: The stimulatory effects of laser Biostimulation on immediate implant clinical wound healing and radiographic bone quality analysis is with insufficient evidence. AIM: To evaluate the effect of low-level diode laser as a…

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Clinical characteristics and prognostic differences between elderly-onset and adult-onset ulcerative colitis: a two-center retrospective cohort study.

Li H, Ding S, Li J et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in medicine

Background The incidence of elderly-onset ulcerative colitis (EO-UC) has been gradually increasing. The unique characteristics of clinical manifestations, therapeutic strategies, and prognosis in EO-UC patients compared with adult-onset…

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Effectiveness of prophylactic single-dose IV antibiotic versus postoperative multi-dose oral antibiotic regimen for preventing surgical site infections: A prospective comparative study.

Pusdekar VP, Dare G, Bhojwani P et al. · 2026 · Turkish journal of surgery

Objective Surgical site infections (SSIs) are among the most common postoperative complications, contributing to morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and healthcare costs. Prophylactic antibiotics are widely used, but the optimal regimen…

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The effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation over the lateral parietal region on episodic future thinking and episodic memory.

Toufexis C, Grant JB, van Boxtel JJA et al. · 2026 · Consciousness and cognition

The left angular gyrus (AG) has been implicated in the level of detail elicited during both episodic memory (EM) and episodic future thinking (EFT). This study aimed to investigate whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation…

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Radiation Countermeasure Gamma-Tocotrienol Inhibits Accumulation of Lipid Peroxidation Products in the Serum of Nonhuman Primates Exposed to Partial- or Total-Body Radiation-A Hallmark of Inhibition of Irradiation-Induced Ferroptosis?

Brzóska K, Carpenter AD, Petrus SA et al. · 2026 · International journal of molecular sciences

Gamma-tocotrienol (GT3) is one of the constituents of vitamin E that demonstrated significant radioprotective efficacy in murine and nonhuman primate (NHP) models. Considering the antioxidant activity of GT3 and its role in terminating…

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Robotic-assisted <i>versus</i> laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a matched study in pediatric cases at a single center.

Ha S, Kwon H, Namgoong JM et al. · 2026 · Annals of surgical treatment and research

Purpose In the past decade, advancements in robotic surgery have significantly expanded its application into diverse fields, including urological, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and gynecological procedures. However, comparative outcome…

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Methods Dead-EndMedicine

A novel engineered vector for TA cloning of PCR products.

Samiei A, Najafabadi ZH, Akbari N et al. · 2026 · Journal of applied genetics

INTRODUCTION: Optimized vectors are crucial in modern molecular biology because they greatly enhance the efficiency of the DNA cloning procedure. This study aimed to design a novel engineered vector containing an HphI cassette to enhance…

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Methods Dead-EndOpen accessMedicine

Comparison of Three Behavior Modification Techniques for Management of Anxious Pediatric Dental Patients Aged 4-6 Years during Cavity Preparation Using Airotor: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Safoora AK, Vadakkepurayil K, Santhakumar M · 2026 · International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry

Background and objectives Dental anxiety is frequently observed in children and often poses a significant challenge to providing effective and high-quality dental care. Managing a child's anxiety in the clinical setting is a critical…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Transanastomotic Tube Use and Anastomotic Stricture: A Multicenter Prospective Randomized Trial in Neonates Undergoing Repair of Type C Esophageal Atresia with Distal Tracheoesophageal Fistula.

Lee J, Russell KW, Smith C et al. · 2026 · Annals of surgery

Objective Anastomotic stricture (AS) is the most common complication following repair of type C esophageal atresia with distal tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF). Retrospective studies suggest transanastomotic tube (TT) use may increase AS…

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Treatment Outcomes in Frail Patients with Advanced Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: A Real-World Comparison of Gemcitabine, S-1, and Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy.

Kim CH, Kim EJ, Lee TS et al. · 2026 · Oncology

Background Elderly patients or those with poor performance status are underrepresented in clinical trials of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), and optimal treatment strategies for this frail population remain unclear. In real-world…

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The outcome of pulp revascularization of necrotic mature permanent teeth with periapical lesions using platelet-rich fibrin versus induced bleeding: a prospective preliminary randomized clinical trial.

Awawdeh L, Almesleh B, Hammouri H et al. · 2026 · Clinical oral investigations

Objectives The present study evaluated clinically and radiographically the effectiveness of Regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs) using platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) versus induced bleeding (IB) in treating mature necrotic teeth.…

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Clinical Microbial Contamination of Multidose Brimonidine: A Prospective Comparison of Benzalkonium Chloride and Purite® Preservatives.

Karaca S, Yilmaz OF, Sarmis A et al. · 2026 · Journal of ophthalmology

Objective To compare microbial contamination between multidose brimonidine eye drops preserved with benzalkonium chloride (BAK-MDB) and multidose brimonidine eye drops preserved with Purite® (PUR-MDB) using a comparative approach on the…

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