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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

A chlorine releasing solution as an alternative for dental biofilm control.

Telles PYV, Oliveira VC, Geng Vivanco R et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports

To evaluate the antibiofilm activity of a chlorine-releasing solution (CRS) and its in vitro effects on enamel color stability, surface roughness, and microhardness. A mixed biofilm composed of Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, and…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Comparison of Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Two Intrathecal Morphine Doses (75 μg vs 100 μg) for Cesarean Delivery: A Double-Blind Randomized Study.

Veraza JA, Martinez MA, Angulo P et al. · 2026 · Cureus

Background Intrathecal morphine remains a cornerstone of post-cesarean analgesia due to its prolonged spinal effect; however, its use is limited by dose-dependent adverse effects. Contemporary practice trends favor dose minimization, yet…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Do the Pre-Existing Class III and Class V Composite Restorations Affect the Sealing Ability and Integrity of 3D-Printed Laminate Veneer Margins? An In Vitro Study.

Qaraghuli AM, Cagidiaco EF, Ferrari M · 2026 · Journal of functional biomaterials

Background: The application of veneer restorations over previously composite-restored anterior teeth presents significant clinical challenges, particularly in achieving optimal marginal sealing. Aim: This in vitro study aimed to evaluate…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Current status of 5-aminosalicylic acid in Crohn's disease treatment: a nationwide survey and analysis of perspectives and practice patterns among inflammatory bowel disease physicians.

Li Y, Chen C, Wang C · 2026 · Frontiers in gastroenterology (Lausanne, Switzerland)

Objective To investigate the perspectives and clinical practice patterns of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) physicians regarding the use of 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) in Crohn's disease (CD). Methods A 21-item questionnaire was…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Acute effects of the FIFA 11 + kids warm-up program compared with a judo-specific warm-up on explosive and functional performance in youth judo athletes: a randomized crossover study.

Mor H, Şar H, Arslan T et al. · 2026 · BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation

Background The FIFA 11 + Kids (FIFA 11+) warm-up program is effective for injury prevention and to enhance sports performance, including vertical jump (VJ), sprint, balance, and agility. However, no previous study has examined the acute…

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Failed Experiment ReportMedicine

Electroacupuncture ameliorates gastrointestinal motility and modulates PLC-IP3 signaling in a rat model of functional dyspepsia.

Yang D, Fang L, Chen Q et al. · 2025 · Acupuncture in medicine : journal of the British Medical Acupuncture Society

Objective The aim of this study was to determine whether electroacupuncture (EA) modulates the phospholipase C-inositol-1,4,5-trisphosphate (PLC-IP3) pathway and platelet-derived growth factor receptor (PDGFR)α + cells in a rat model of…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Delayed orocecal transit in pediatric gut-brain interaction disorders: A comparative study using the lactulose breath test.

Devanarayana NM, Rajindrajith S, de Silva DGH et al. · 2025 · World journal of gastrointestinal pathophysiology

Background Functional abdominal pain disorders (FAPDs) are common gut-brain interaction disorders with unclear pathophysiology. While impaired gastrointestinal motility is thought to play a key role, small intestinal dysmotility remains…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Non-tobacco nicotine dependence is associated with increased complications following clavicle open reduction internal fixation.

Adio AA, Goyal RK, Skiena A et al. · 2026 · Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery

Background Tobacco dependence is well established to impair bone healing and increase postoperative complications. However, the independent effects of nicotine, separate from combustion-related factors, remain unclear. This study aimed to…

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Abandoned HypothesisMedicine

[Clinical and genetic characteristics of infantile-onset Pompe disease​ and long-term efficacy of enzyme replacement therapy].

Sun YM, Wang YJ, Wang HF et al. · 2026 · Zhonghua er ke za zhi = Chinese journal of pediatrics

Objective: To analyze the clinical and genetic characteristics of infantile-onset Pompe disease (IOPD) and evaluate the long-term efficacy of enzyme replacement therapy (ERT). Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted on 24 IOPD…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Effects of Defatted Black Soldier Fly (<i>Hermetia illucens</i>) Meal on the Performance, Digestibility and Blood Parameters of Weaned Piglets.

Parreiras M, Pinheiro V, Moreira O et al. · 2026 · Animals : an open access journal from MDPI

This study investigated the effects of different inclusion levels of defatted black soldier fly ( Hermetia illucens : BSF) larval meal on growth performance, haematological and biochemical blood parameters, and nutrient digestibility in…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Effect of different feed particle size on digestive tract morphology, digesta viscosity, nutrient retention, and blood biochemical parameters in slow-growing broiler chickens.

Novotný J, Čumplík L, Horáková L et al. · 2026 · Veterinary and animal science

The study evaluated the effect of feed particle size on health and performance indicators in slow-growing broiler chickens. Performance traits, digestive tract morphology, digesta viscosity, nutrient retention, and blood biochemical…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Culture medium influences detectability of antimicrobial effects of autologous platelet concentrates against anaerobic periodontal pathogens.

Jansen EE, Braun A, Jansen P et al. · 2026 · BMC oral health

Background Autologous platelet concentrates (PRP, PRF, i-PRF) represent blood-derived biomaterials that have been reported to exhibit antimicrobial activity against oral microorganisms in vitro. In diffusion-based assays, visualization of…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Effects of lower limb joint manipulation on squat strength and ankle range of motion: a sham-controlled double-blind randomised cross-over trial.

Morley-Hart R, Losco B, Dempsey AR et al. · 2026 · Chiropractic & manual therapies

Background The back squat is a commonly prescribed exercise for developing lower body strength. The ability to squat can be affected by reduced ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (DF-ROM), leading to limited squat depth and dysfunctional…

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Replication FailureMedicine

BDNF rs6265 polymorphism is not associated with the occurrence of overactive bladder and its response to intradetrusor injection of botulinum neurotoxin type A in female patients.

Ciećwież SM, Lewandowska K, Boroń A et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports

Reports suggest increased urinary excretion of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor in patients with Overactive Bladder (OAB). The rs6265 (c.196G > A, p.Val66Met) polymorphism in the BDNF gene was previously associated with impaired secretion…

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