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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Vitamin B 12 Availability and Interaction with Bacterium Mesorhizobium loti Affect Growth and Biochemical Composition of Mixotrophic Alga Euglena Gracilis.

Ghimire, Sohrabi, Zhou et al. · 2026 · Microbial ecology

Over 90% of the mixotrophic algae surveyed require vitamin B 12 (B 12 ), a micronutrient synthesized exclusively by certain prokaryotes. Bacteria-mediated B 12 supply presents an important but poorly understood control on physiology and…

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Bile duct segmental resection versus pancreaticoduodenectomy for middle-third extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma: A propensity-matched, single-center retrospective analysis.

Park, Kim, Kim et al. · 2026 · Annals of hepato-biliary-pancreatic surgery

The optimal surgical approach for middle-third extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (MCC)-bile duct segmental resection (BDSR) or pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD)-remains controversial. This study aimed to compare the short- and long-term outcomes…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

[Study on the incidence of adverse reactions following single versus simultaneous administration of the domestic diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis combined vaccine after immunization schedule adjustment].

Shao, Feng, Yang et al. · 2026 · Zhonghua yu fang yi xue za zhi [Chinese journal of preventive medicine]

This study compared the incidence of adverse reactions following single versus simultaneous administration of the domestic diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis combined vaccine (DTaP) after the immunization schedule adjustment in…

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Thyroid hormones and thyroid hormone sensitivity indices correlate with volumetric bone mineral density and vertebral fracture risk among the osteoporotic population in northern China.

Meicen, Wei, Yanai et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in endocrinology

Thyroid hormones play critical roles in regulating bone turnover and maintaining bone mass. However, the relationship among thyroid hormones, their sensitivity indices, bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture risk remained unclear in the…

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Timing for green prescription: comparing the immediate and cumulative effects of different duration horticultural therapy programs on college students' mental health.

Liu, Chen, Sun et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in psychology

Although the mental health benefits of horticultural therapy (HT) are well-established, the influence of intervention duration and the temporal dynamics of effects remain insufficiently explored, lacking evidence for optimal protocol…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

Risk Factors and Survival Analysis of Epstein-Barr Virus Infection After Pediatric Liver Transplantation.

Li, Li, Xie et al. · 2026 · Pediatrics international : official journal of the Japan Pediatric Society

To explore the risk factors affecting Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection after pediatric liver transplantation (PLT) and analyze the survival outcomes of EBV infection in PLT. A retrospective analysis was conducted on clinical data from…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

[Targeted muscle reinnervation for treatment of painful stump neuroma].

Xiong, Shali, Kadier et al. · 2026 · Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery

To investigate the effectiveness of incorporating small gap anastomosis (SGA) and epineurial sheath tube (EST) sleeve coaptation into conventional targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) for the treatment of post-amputation painful stump…

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[Comparative study on effectiveness of bioinductive patch-augmented arthroscopic rotator cuff repair].

Sun, Yao, Gu et al. · 2026 · Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery

To evaluate the effectiveness of using a bioinductive patch on tendon healing, functional recovery, and safety in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. A non-concurrent controlled study with prospective enrollment of the intervention group and…

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Negative / Null Result ReportMedicine

[Effectiveness analysis of single-incision treatment for adjacent two-segmental lumbar disc herniation using uni-portal non-coaxial spinal endoscopic surgery].

He, Li, Xiao et al. · 2026 · Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery

To investigate the feasibility and effectiveness of uni-portal non-coaxial spinal endoscopic surgery (UNSES) via a single incision for the treatment of adjacent two-segmental lumbar disc herniation (LDH). A retrospective analysis was…

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Effect of ammonia-free silver fluoride and silver diammine fluoride on immediate microshear bond strength of resin-modified glass ionomer to demineralised primary tooth dentine.

Abedinzade Zare, Vafadar, Behroozibakhsh et al. · 2026 · European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry

This study aimed to compare the effect of water-based ammonia-free silver fluoride (SF) and silver diammine fluoride (SDF) on the microshear bond strength (MSBS) of resin-modified glass ionomer (RMGIC) to artificially demineralised primary…

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Biologically enhanced anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: Platelet-rich plasma or bone marrow aspirate concentrate does not lead to better clinical or radiological outcomes-A randomized controlled trial of 175 cases with 2 years of follow-up.

Mokhtar, Gawish, Abdelgawad et al. · 2026 · Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA

To compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) augmented with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) (1) or bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) (2) against a control group undergoing standard…

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Impact of central adiposity on the heart rate and calorie estimation accuracy of diverse smartwatches and the resulting subjective exercise experience.

Lertyongphati, Udomkhwamsuk, Amornrungrojanakul et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in sports and active living

In light of the growing global trend toward health awareness, wearable technologies like smartwatches have become essential for monitoring physiological indicators such as heart rate (HR). However, their utility faces two critical…

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Transcervical carotid artery stenting compared to transfemoral carotid artery stenting and carotid endarterectomy: perioperative and short-term results from a single center.

Jin, Ni, Huang et al. · 2026 · Frontiers in cardiovascular medicine

Carotid artery stenosis is a major cause of ischemic stroke. Various revascularization strategies exist, including Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA), Transfemoral Carotid Artery Stenting (TF-CAS), and Transcervical Carotid Artery Stenting…

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Accuracy of Visual Inspection of Thickened Liquids: Implications for Multidisciplinary Dysphagia Management and Clinical Nutrition.

Fong, Kwan · 2026 · Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association

To evaluate the accuracy of visually estimating thickened liquid volume via video-observed conditions and to determine whether clinical experience or thickener composition influences judgement reliability. A cross-sectional online survey…

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Evaluation of 5B9 as a Calibrator or Expression of Results in Absorbance Values for the Diagnosis of Hit With a PF4/Heparin Specific Elisa.

Pouplard C, Charuel N, Archer E et al. · 2026 · International journal of laboratory hematology

Background Immunoassays detecting anti-PF4/H antibodies must be sensitive to exclude heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), and optical density (OD) values are useful for confirming HIT, but no calibration is currently available.…

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Negative / Null Result ReportOpen accessMedicine

Bilateral Subdural Hematoma Caused by Cervical Traction.

Mano T · 2025 · Clinical medicine insights. Case reports

Cervical traction therapy is commonly used for cervical spondylosis; however, complications, such as subdural hematomas can occur. Possible mechanisms include cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage and bridging vein damage. A 51-year-old…

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