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Smell and taste dysfunction after total laryngectomy: A cross-sectional study comparing patient and physician perspectives.

Bilen YE, Sinanoğlu N, Külekci Ç · 2026 · European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Purpose Total laryngectomy disrupts nasal airflow, often resulting in significant olfactory and gustatory dysfunction. While these sensory losses may adversely affect patients' quality of life and psychological well-being, they typically…

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Comparative Evaluation of Serum Hepcidin and Fecal Calprotectin for Disease Activity Assessment in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Akıncıoğlu P, Dağlı Ü, Koca E · 2026 · The Turkish journal of gastroenterology : the official journal of Turkish Society of Gastroenterology

Background/aims Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, is a chronic inflammatory disorder commonly associated with iron deficiency anemia and anemia of chronic disease. Hepcidin is a key…

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The Effect of EMG biofeedback in female patients with stress urinary incontinence: a randomized sham controlled blinded clinical study.

Cigdem-Karacay B, Bayramoglu-Demirdogen E, Konar NM et al. · 2026 · Irish journal of medical science

AIM: The effectiveness of EMG-BF in SUI has not yet been proven. This study aimed to the effectiveness of EMG-BF on pelvic floor muscle activity, pad test, severity of complaints, and quality of life in female patients with Stress Urinary…

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Efficacy of Testosterone Replacement Therapy Combined With Exercise on Body Composition in Hypogonadal Men.

Shigehara K, Shinzawa R, Sakatoku N et al. · 2026 · International journal of urology : official journal of the Japanese Urological Association

Objectives We assessed the efficacy of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) combined with exercise on body composition in hypogonadal men. Methods Two hundred-fourteen patients were enrolled. All patients were divided into four groups:…

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Safety and efficacy of Esculin and Digitalis glycosides eye drops in individuals with presbyopia.

Zhang Y, Wang J, Hao M et al. · 2026 · Graefe's archive for clinical and experimental ophthalmology = Albrecht von Graefes Archiv fur klinische und experimentelle Ophthalmologie

PURPOSE: This proof-of-concept study aimed to detect preliminary signals of efficacy and assess the short-term safety of Esculin and Digitalis glycoside eye drops for the management of presbyopia. METHODS: This study was a 30-day,…

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Comparison of sesame oil wafers and lozenges as saliva substitutes for dry mouth in head and neck cancer patients: A crossover randomized control trial.

Abbas Amanat M, Srichana T, Takahashi Yupanqui C et al. · 2026 · Pakistan journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Background Dry mouth is a condition associated with significant morbidity. It not only causes discomfort but also increases risk of many health and oral health problems. Objectives This study compared the efficacy and patient satisfaction…

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Feasibility and advantages of delivering radiofrequency ablation treatment for haemorrhoids under local anaesthesia in the outpatient setting in the UK: our initial experience.

Rajendiran A, Maharjan A, Gerrard AD et al. · 2026 · Techniques in coloproctology

Introduction Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for haemorrhoids has emerged as a minimally invasive treatment for grade II-III haemorrhoids, offering reduced postoperative pain and faster recovery compared with conventional surgery. However,…

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Patterns of recovery after arthroscopic repair of the rotator cuff over a 2-year follow-up period: are they similar regardless of the tear size?

Seok HG, Park SG · 2026 · Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery

INTRODUCTION: The recovery patterns following arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs are influenced by several factors, including the size of the tear and the degree of patient compliance. This study aimed to ascertain whether a correlation…

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Mini-open Corpectomy and Posterior Spinal Fixation with Single-Position Surgery in Lateral Decubitus Position for Osteoporotic Thoracolumbar Vertebral Collapse in Elderly Patients.

Ikuma H, Hirose T, Kawasaki K et al. · 2026 · Acta medica Okayama

We evaluated the clinical outcomes and limitations of anterior and posterior combined surgery with a mini-open corpectomy applying an expandable cage (Xcore®) and percutaneous pedicle screw (PPS) fixation using single-position surgery in…

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Evaluation of 980nm diode laser as adjunct to flap surgery.

Patil S, Raju KN, S Kotnoor S et al. · 2026 · Bioinformation

The additional clinical benefit of diode laser irradiation as an adjunct to open flap debridement (OFD) in the treatment of chronic periodontitis remains uncertain. Therefore, it is of interest to evaluate the impact of diode laser…

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Maintenance of occupational therapy for individuals with dementia: Findings from a pragmatic randomized controlled trial.

Pimouguet C, Kret M, Francis-Oliviero F et al. · 2026 · Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD

BackgroundThere is increasing interest in non-pharmacological approaches to address the needs of patients with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. However, previous research highlighted the need to adapt interventions to the healthcare…

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Motivational interviewing and air cleaners for smokers with COPD (MOVE): a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Hansel NN, Putcha N, Woo H et al. · 2026 · American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine

Rationale Indoor particulate matter (PM) is linked to worse respiratory outcomes in adults with chronic obstructive -pulmonary disease (COPD). It is unclear if reducing indoor pollutants can improve respiratory health among current…

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Effectiveness of a Telemedicine Exercise Program to Improve Lung Function in Young Adults After COVID-19: A Pilot Study.

Wong ECH, Lo RWM, Kwan RLC et al. · 2026 · Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)

Background : COVID-19 can have adverse effects on individuals' lung functions for up to 6 months or more after the episode. As a result, people may be reluctant to exercise, and this can have further adverse effects on their lung capacity…

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Adolescents Who Underwent Revision Hip Arthroscopy Showed Comparable Magnitude of Improvement but Had Lower Clinical Benefit Rates and Higher Risk of Subsequent Surgeries Compared to a Propensity-Matched Primary Group at 2-Year Follow-Up.

Maldonado DR, Schab AR, Sikligar D et al. · 2026 · Arthroscopy : the journal of arthroscopic & related surgery : official publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association

Purposes To compare minimum 2-year patient-reported outcomes measures (PROMs) between adolescents undergoing primary and revision hip arthroscopy. Methods Data were prospectively collected and retrospectively reviewed for adolescents who…

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Outcomes of Maximal Conventional Therapy Before Biological Treatment in Recurrent Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps.

Topan YE, Bayar Muluk N, Yavuz R et al. · 2026 · The Journal of craniofacial surgery

Objective To determine whether biological therapy is a viable option for individuals with recurrent chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), we will assess the clinical outcomes of maximal conventional therapy (MCT). Methods For…

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Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation in Children: Prospective Clinical Outcomes of a Low-Cost Endovascular Balloon.

Hassan AM, Elgarem HF, Sheta E et al. · 2026 · Otology & neurotology : official publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology

Objective Balloon dilation of the Eustachian tube (BDET) is increasingly used to treat pediatric obstructive Eustachian tube dysfunction (OETD); however, its broader adoption is limited by the cost of commercially available devices.…

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