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Bruxism, temporomandibular disorders, and pressure pain thresholds during fixed orthodontic treatment in adults: A prospective controlled cohort study.

Incerti Parenti S, Evangelisti E, Maglioni A et al. · 2026 · Cranio : the journal of craniomandibular practice

Objective To investigate whether fixed orthodontic treatment affects sleep and awake bruxism activities, temporomandibular disorder (TMD) prevalence, and pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) of masticatory muscles in healthy adults. Methods In…

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Calcium Hydroxide Associated With Chitosan Nanoparticles and Propolis: Effects on the Sealer-Dentin Interface.

Jacob G, Lourenço PR, Diniz FMM et al. · 2026 · Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.]

Objective This study evaluated the effect of calcium hydroxide-based intracanal medication protocols on the sealer-dentin interface, considering bond strength, adhesive interface adaptation, failure pattern, and dentin gelatinolytic…

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Eight-Week Minimal Dose Training Reduces Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms but Does Not Influence Coping Strategies: A Nonrandomized Study.

Soares EADS, Crisp AH, Fernandes PT et al. · 2026 · Scandinavian journal of psychology

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of symptoms related to hormonal changes occurring during the premenstrual period. Effective coping strategies for managing PMS have not been clearly established, and it remains unclear whether these…

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Impact of Far-Infrared-Radiation on the Proportion of Interventions in Arteriovenous Fistulas in Patients on Hemodialysis: A Randomized Trial.

Lindhard K, Hansen HP, Gliese K et al. · 2026 · Clinical journal of the American Society of Nephrology : CJASN

Introduction In patients on hemodialysis, the risk of arteriovenous fistula (AVF) failure is unacceptably high. Up to 67% of AVFs need an intervention within one year after placement. There are no effective treatments to prolong AVF…

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A Retrospective Analysis of Perinatal Stroke: Hemostasis Abnormalities, Neonatal Seizures, Epilepsy Recurrence, and 2-Year Neurological Outcome.

Van Daele A, Labarque V, Dereymaeker A et al. · 2026 · Neuropediatrics

Background Neonatal stroke is a rare but potentially severe condition that may lead to long-term neurological impairment. Several factors may influence both its occurrence and outcomes. Methods In this retrospective, single-center cohort…

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High-Color-Temperature Lighting Is Associated With Activation of MAPK/ERK-nNOS Signaling and MMP-2-Related Pathways in Ocular Tissues.

Chiang YW, Chang JY, Yeh KL et al. · 2026 · Investigative ophthalmology & visual science

Purpose To investigate whether exposure to artificial lighting with different correlated color temperatures (CCTs) affects ocular structure and myopia-related molecular signaling pathways before axial elongation in a murine model. Methods…

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The effects of acute ketone monoester supplementation on brain insulin responsiveness and cognitive performance: Results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial in older men with overweight.

Nijssen KMR, Adam TC, Mensink RP et al. · 2026 · Metabolism: clinical and experimental

Introduction Nutritional ketosis may prevent age-related cognitive decline, but underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study investigated acute ketone monoester (KME) supplementation on brain insulin responsiveness and cognitive…

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Acute and chronic effects of mixed nuts on energy metabolism in women at cardiometabolic risk: a randomized clinical trial.

Bonifácio DB, da Silva A, Estrada YMF et al. · 2026 · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD

Background and aims The effect of consuming a mix of Brazilian nuts on energy metabolism has not been explored. Thus, the present study aimed to evaluate the effects of acute and chronic consumption of mixed nuts on markers of energy…

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Effects of Partial Replacement of Wheat Bran with Poplar Wood Composite Fiber on Growth Performance, Nutrient Apparent Digestibility, Immune Function, and Gut Microbiota in Growing Pigs.

Fan Y, Gao G, Jiang X et al. · 2026 · Veterinary sciences

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of partially replacing wheat bran with poplar wood composite fiber (PWCF) on growth performance, immune status, apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD), and gut microbial…

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Carcass traits and gastrointestinal morphological responses to rumen-protected methionine supplementation in grazing beef heifers under tropical conditions.

Lelis ALJ, da Silva LAF, Casali DM et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports

This study evaluated the effects of rumen-protected metabolizable methionine (RPM) supplementation on performance, carcass traits, ruminal morphometry, cecal histology, and meat quality of crossbred heifers finished on Urochloa brizantha…

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Outcome and factors affecting prognosis in treat and extend treatment for neovascular age-related macular degeneration-a real world study.

Akkan Aydogmus FS, Gursoy T, Ozdemir O et al. · 2026 · BMC ophthalmology

Background To evaluate the outcome of treat and extend (T&E) for neovascular age related macular degeneration (nAMD) at 12, 18 and 24 months and the impact of clinical characteristics on treatment success defined as extension of treatment…

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Return to duty after non-surgical treatment of a non-neurological thoracic or lumbar spine fracture in French military patients: a retrospective analysis of 54 patients.

Lines JB, Cungi PJ, Da Silva C et al. · 2026 · BMJ military health

Introduction Non-surgical management of non-neurological thoracic or lumbar spine (TL) fractures seems to provide good results in the civilian population, leading to return to work in most cases. However, data on the military population…

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Dynamic chitosan-hyaluronic acid hydrogels for extrusion printing: Combined effects of polymer molecular weight and carbon nanofillers

García-García A, Goyoaga M, Nuño F et al. · 2026 · Carbohydrate Polymers.

Despite the increasing interest on self-healing hydrogels in the fabrication of customized scaffolds for tissue engineering applications, their optimal printability is still a challenge due to the weak mechanical stability of dynamic…

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Impact of atrial arrhythmias on long-term survival in non-small cell lung cancer patients.

Pu Y, Gampa A, Simon C et al. · 2026 · Journal of investigative medicine : the official publication of the American Federation for Clinical Research

Atrial arrhythmias (AA), including atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter, are a significant clinical problem in oncological patients. The effect of AA on clinical outcome of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is not…

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