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Radiation dose for common pediatric computed tomography examinations and evaluation of clinical image quality in pediatric chest CT scans.

Findikli I, Yalcin A, Kasapgil O et al. · 2026 · Applied radiation and isotopes : including data, instrumentation and methods for use in agriculture, industry and medicine

The increasing use of computed tomography (CT) in pediatric patients has prompted researchers to investigate the radiation dose associated with pediatric CT scans. Studies optimizing image quality and minimizing radiation dose in pediatric…

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Psychological Resilience Moderates Autonomous Motivation After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Randomized Controlled Trial of a Remote Walking Program.

Chang YC, Tsai HF, Shi RS et al. · 2026 · The Journal of head trauma rehabilitation

Objective The aim of this study was to evaluate whether a 12-week remotely delivered walking program based on self-determination theory (SDT) improves autonomous exercise motivation in adults with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) versus…

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Marine heatwaves have no impact on fertilization, early development and sensitivity to metal toxicity in the sea urchin Paracentrotus lividus.

Gambardella C, Soro P, Miroglio R et al. · 2026 · Marine environmental research

Marine Heatwaves (MHWs) have become more severe and frequent worldwide under global warming. They are projected to intensify under different climate scenarios, with unknown consequences for the marine biota. In this study we assess the…

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Incidence of Gastrointestinal Adverse Events Following Left Hepatic Lobe Radiation Segmentectomy for the Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

De La Garza-Ramos C, Silver C, Islam F et al. · 2026 · Cardiovascular and interventional radiology

Purpose Describe the incidence and severity of gastrointestinal tract-related adverse events (GIAE) following radiation segmentectomy (RS) for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in the left hepatic lobe. Materials and methods A single-center…

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Evaluation of squid shiokara products marketed in Japan using sensory tests, amino acid and organic acid profiles, and analysis of bacterial communities

Mizusawa N, Nishimura K, Ouchi D et al. · 2026 · Fish Sci

Shiokara is a traditional Japanese salted and fermented seafood product. The aim of this study was to compare various commercially available squid shiokara products in Japan by examining their NaCl content, free amino acid content (all…

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Dung beetles do not profit from enhanced spatial heterogeneity in temperate production forests: A forest manipulation experiment

Asch J, Scherer‐Lorenzen M, Pierick K et al. · 2026 · Journal of Applied Ecology.

Central European forest management strategies promoting structurally homogeneous closed‐canopy forests have led to landscape‐level declines in biodiversity and ecosystem multifunctionality. Conservation‐targeted management programs aim at…

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Exopolysaccharide biosynthesis and regulation in Leuconostoc mesenteroides influences water holding capacity of fermented plant-based milks.

Sukarno AS, Dong A, Gumulya Y et al. · 2026 · International journal of food microbiology

Physical instability remains a major challenge in fermented plant-based yoghurts in the absence of added texturizing agents. Cultures can improve water holding capacity (WHC) through production of exopolysaccharide (EPS). This study…

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The influence of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis on hip joint development: a two-year longitudinal evaluation of the hip center-edge angle.

Matsumoto T, Yokoe T, Takahashi T et al. · 2026 · European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society

PURPOSE: Several studies have reported an association between adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and hip decentration (HD). However, these previous studies evaluated the hip center-edge (CE) angle at only a single time point. This study…

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Non-modifiable cardiovascular risk factors and coronary plaque characteristics in patients with acute coronary syndromes.

Scalamera R, Covani M, Andreaggi S et al. · 2026 · European heart journal. Cardiovascular Imaging

Aims Cardiovascular risk factors predict adverse clinical outcomes, including acute coronary syndromes (ACS). A recent study showed a close correlation between the number of modifiable risk factors and plaque vulnerability. However, the…

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Bark beetles as ecosystem engineers: triggered tree mortality rearranges the assemblage of Tree-related Microhabitats in old-growth coniferous forest

Przepióra F, Ciach M · 2025 · Forest Ecology and Management.

Although species with ecosystem engineering capabilities like woodpeckers, ungulates or saproxylic insects may initiate the formation of Tree-related Microhabitats (TreMs), their overall impact on TreM assemblages remains unexplored. Bark…

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Heat-Killed <i>Enterococcus faecalis</i> EF-2001 Promotes Systemic Th1-Skewed Immune Activation Without Detectable Reduction of Influenza Viral Load in Mice.

Ohashi T, Hagihara M, Asai N et al. · 2026 · Microorganisms

Heat-killed Enterococcus faecalis EF-2001 (EF-2001) is a postbiotic preparation reported to modulate host immunity. However, its specific impact on host immune responses and virological outcomes during the early phase of influenza…

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Impact of neoadjuvant immunotherapy on postoperative cardiac adverse events in NSCLC: insights from a bidirectional cohort.

Yan C, Zhang X, Hu S et al. · 2026 · International journal of surgery (London, England)

The impact of neoadjuvant chemo-immunotherapy (nCIT) on perioperative cardiac safety in patients undergoing lung cancer resection remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the incidence and risk factors of postoperative cardiac adverse…

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Effect of acute intraperitoneal injection of methylglyoxal on organ injury and oxidative stress in chicks (Gallus gallus domestics).

Okino M, Makino R, Aoki M et al. · 2026 · Comparative biochemistry and physiology. Part A, Molecular & integrative physiology

Methylglyoxal (MGO) is an α-dicarbonyl compound and produced from several metabolic pathways, including glucose metabolism. This compound induces oxidative stress and organ damage in mammals and is associated with various diseases,…

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Shortening the perioperative prophylactic antimicrobial duration in pediatric ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt insertion.

Tada A, Ihara S, Suwa J et al. · 2026 · Pediatrics international : official journal of the Japan Pediatric Society

Background Perioperative antimicrobial therapy is important to prevent central nervous system (CNS) infections following cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt insertion, but the optimal duration remains unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the…

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Impact of offset polyethylene liners on acetabular component loosening : an Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry-based analysis.

Shafiei SH, Latorre MR, Shimmin A · 2026 · Bone & joint open

Aims Restoring native hip biomechanics is essential for the long-term success of total hip arthroplasty (THA). Lateralized (offset) acetabular liners were developed to increase global offset and improve soft-tissue tension, but their…

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Effectiveness of a Remote Physical Activity Intervention in Individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and their Caregivers: Results from a Randomized Trial.

Ptomey LT, Helsel BC, Montgomery RN et al. · 2026 · Medicine and science in sports and exercise

Purpose Individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers often experience reduced physical activity (PA), diminished functional fitness, and heightened health risks. Remotely delivered PA interventions…

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Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis B: Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate Vs. Tenofovir Alafenamide: A Korean Nationwide Study.

Yang J, Lim J, Kim YJ et al. · 2026 · Journal of medical virology

Tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) exhibits antiviral efficacy comparable to tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF). Nonetheless, concerns persist regarding TAF's impact on the lipid profile and potential atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease…

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The Effect of High-Intensity Interval Training on Neuroplasticity-Related Proteins in the Cerebrum of Postnatally Growth-Restricted Mice.

Kim SH, Quinn MA, Ananyev J et al. · 2026 · Medicine and science in sports and exercise

Introduction Childhood growth restriction can lead to lasting developmental changes, increasing susceptibility to chronic diseases and neurodegenerative conditions in adulthood. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) elevates…

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A randomized trial of I-SLEEP: A patient education and empowerment intervention on inpatient sleep duration and medical sleep disruptions.

Sunderrajan A, Cursio J, Mason N et al. · 2026 · Journal of hospital medicine

Background Sleep is essential for recovery in hospitalized patients, yet frequent disruptions from medical care make rest difficult. Most prior efforts have focused on environmental modifications, often overlooking patients' role in…

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Effect of ruminally protected lysine on growth and nitrogen balance of grain-finished beef cattle fed diets of decreasing protein concentration.

Herzog DS, Jo J, Nakajima D et al. · 2026 · Translational animal science

Two experiments were conducted to determine the effect of ruminally protected lysine (AjiPro-L) supplementation on performance and nitrogen (N) balance of feedlot cattle fed decreasing concentrations of dietary protein. Diets contained (DM…

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Nirsevimab Implementation and Primary Management of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections in Infants in Spain: A Quasi-Experimental Study.

Medina Muñoz M, Gallego Campillo S, Martín Peinador Y et al. · 2026 · Indian pediatrics

Objective Lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) are a common cause of primary care visits in infants. This study was done to evaluate the course of LRTIs before-and-after the introduction of nirsevimab and to identify the associated…

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Impacts of temporal discrepancies between basal sap flow and canopy transpiration on estimating canopy ozone uptake in a warm temperate coniferous forest.

Tanaka R, Tokai S, Oi N et al. · 2026 · The Science of the total environment

Sap flow measured at basal trunk (Fd_base) has been used to estimate canopy transpiration and ozone uptake in forests. Although diurnal patterns of Fd_base do not always correspond to those of canopy transpiration, little is known about…

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The effect of Sebia's CZE IFCC-converted results on carbohydrate-deficient transferrin (CDT) interpretation in driver's license assessments.

Debunne N, De Letter K, Delanghe J et al. · 2026 · Clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine

Objectives Carbohydrate-deficient transferrin (CDT) is a specific biomarker for chronic excessive alcohol consumption. The IFCC Working Group on CDT Standardization recommends 2-sialo-transferrin (2-sialo-Tf) as the sole measurand, with a…

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