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Three-Dimensional Speckle-Tracking Echocardiography-Derived Aortic Valve Annular Plane Systolic Excursion and Left Ventricular Volumes Are Not Associated in Healthy Adults (Insights from MAGYAR-Healthy Study).

Nemes A, Ambrus N, Szili-Török T et al. · 2026 · Journal of clinical medicine

Introduction : The left ventricular (LV) function can be characterized by the spatial displacement of the aortic valve annulus (AVA), represented by the AVA plane systolic excursion (AAPSE). AAPSE, measured using 3DSTE, has been shown to…

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EEG connectivity changes in early response to antidepressant treatment.

Kathpalia A, Vlachos I, Hlinka J et al. · 2026 · Clinical neurophysiology : official journal of the International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology

Objective Finding indicators of early response to antidepressant treatment in EEG signals recorded from patients suffering from major depressive disorder. Methods Functional brain connectivity networks based on weighted imaginary coherence…

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Statistical shape modeling of MRI-based morphological response of lumbar intervertebral discs to a unilateral side lying spinal rotation mobilization.

Putos J, Atkinson HF, Walton DM · 2026 · Osteoarthritis and cartilage open

Objectives The acute response of lumbar intervertebral discs (IVD) to spinal rotation mobilization (SRM) is poorly understood. We evaluated sustained morphological changes in lumbar IVDs following a rotation mobilization commonly used to…

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Acute and Long-Term Effects of Spinning-Based High-Intensity Interval Training on Inducible Nitric Oxide Synthase: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Uysal A, Soslu R, Soslu R · 2026 · Journal of strength and conditioning research

Abstract Uysal, A and Soslu, R. Acute and long-term effects of spinning-based high-intensity interval training on inducible nitric oxide synthase: a randomized controlled trial. J Strength Cond Res XX(X): 000-000, 2026-This study…

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Cerebellar iTBS Modulates Cortical Network Properties: An fNIRS Study.

Guo C, Geng A, Wang Q et al. · 2026 · Journal of integrative neuroscience

Background The cortex and cerebellum have a closely connected closed-loop circuit. Intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) targeting the cerebellum has shown promise in improving balance function and inducing neuroplasticity. This…

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Cortical-Subthalamic Interplay During Eyes-Open and Eyes-Closed Resting States in Parkinson's Disease Patients.

Sanmartino F, Rashid-López R, López-Sosa F et al. · 2026 · International journal of neural systems

Resting-state eye conditions modulate cortical oscillations, but their impact on subthalamic nucleus (STN) and cortico-STN dynamics in Parkinson's disease (PD) remains poorly understood. Here, we characterized electrophysiological changes…

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Periodontal health of endodontically treated molars restored with composite CAD/CAM endocrowns versus stainless steel crowns in Egyptian children: a randomized controlled trial.

Mabkhot BA, Taha SEE, Kamel MH et al. · 2026 · BMC oral health

BACKGROUND: Subgingival crown margins have been linked to chronic gingival inflammation in pediatric patients. This clinical trial evaluated periodontal outcomes in first permanent molars that had undergone root canal therapy and were…

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Long-Term Betaine Supplementation Increases Creatinine Clearance and Upregulates MAS and AT2 Receptor Expression in Spontaneously Hypertensive Rat Kidneys.

Koper M, Jaworska K, Kopacz W et al. · 2026 · Kidney & blood pressure research

Hypertension contributes to renal dysfunction, partly through dysregulation of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS). Betaine, an osmolyte that helps maintain medullary osmotic gradients, has demonstrated renoprotective effects in models of…

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Gait and Balance Function Improves After 12 Weeks of Moderate Intensity Endurance Exercise in Persons with HIV-related Distal Symmetrical Polyneuropathy: A Randomised Controlled Trial.

Yakasai AM, Maharaj SS, Danazumi MS · 2026 · American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation

Objective This study evaluated the efficacy of endurance exercise on balance impairment and gait disturbance among individuals living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-related distal symmetrical polyneuropathy (DSPN). Design This was…

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Effect of a 24-hour praziquantel bath on the haematological and biochemical profile and selected parameters of oxidative stress in grass carp (<i>Ctenopharyngodon idella</i>).

Dobsikova R, Marsalek P, Velisek J et al. · 2026 · Veterinarni medicina

This study assessed the effect of a 24-hour bath with praziquantel (2 and 4 mg/l) on grass carp ( Ctenopharyngodon idella ) by monitoring the haematological parameters, plasma biochemical profile, and oxidative stress indices. Fish were…

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Research on the effects of signature size on experts' opinions.

Di̇ncer M, Canturk N, Dagalp R et al. · 2026 · Forensic science international

A signature is writing and/or signs that contain the signatory's personal characteristics and are used to indicate that people accept the authenticity of the formal and private transactions made by themselves in their daily lives and…

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Features and trends of marine heat waves and marine cold spells along the Western Iberian Coast from four decades of satellite data.

Biguino B, Haigh ID, Dias JM et al. · 2025 · Scientific reports

Marine Heat Waves (MHWs) have been the focus of numerous studies due to the dramatic consequences they can have on coastal systems. However, Marine Cold Spells (MCSs) can also have harmful effects on the environment while play an important…

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Inclusion of high-pressure-treated grape pomace to modulate barbecued Frankfurter sausages: insights into oxidation and PAH generation during barbecuing.

Andrés AI, Martín-Mateos MJ, D'Arrigo M et al. · 2026 · Food chemistry

This study evaluated the effects of high hydrostatic pressure (HHP)-treated white (WGP) and red grape pomace (RGP) on oxidative stability, volatile compounds, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in barbecued Frankfurter sausages.…

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