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Investigating the lasting effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection and the lung microbiome: no persistent microbial alterations in recovered COVID-19 patients with persistent radiological or respiratory abnormalities.

Teng NMY, Vijayakumar B, Smith DJF et al. · 2026 · Access microbiology

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was a global pandemic where infected individuals experienced mild or severe disease. Unfortunately, some patients who experienced severe disease also had lasting abnormalities.…

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β2-microglobulin is superior to lactate dehydrogenase and bulky disease for risk stratification in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma patients with IPI 1-2.

Chang H, Hung YS, Kuo MC et al. · 2026 · Annals of hematology

The International Prognostic Index (IPI) is the classical assessment tool to evaluate prognosis of diffuse large B cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Although the IPI is simple, reproducible, well validated and widely utilized, it is not entirely…

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Risk of postpartum hemorrhage according to the ultrasound measurement of the lower uterine segment before delivery of women with a prior cesarean delivery: secondary exploratory research of the Lower Uterine Segment Trial.

Jeremy B, Rozenberg P · 2026 · American journal of obstetrics & gynecology MFM

Background Women with a previous cesarean delivery have a higher risk of postpartum hemorrhage, including after successful vaginal birth after cesarean. Mechanisms underlying this excess risk remain unclear and may involve impaired…

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Effects of shoulder rotation and table tilt maneuvers on the lumbar and thoracic paramedian acoustic window in older adults: a quasi-experimental study.

Nunes de Souza MV, Caetano AMM, Duarte NMC et al. · 2026 · Brazilian journal of anesthesiology (Elsevier)

Background Shoulder rotation and table tilt have been reported to increase the acoustic window for spinal ultrasonography. However, evidence in older adults remains scarce. This study evaluated their anatomical effects on lumbar (L3-L4)…

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Short-term outcomes following reconstruction or direct repair of the ulnar collateral ligament.

Sribhashyam S, Talaski GM, Yazdanpanah S et al. · 2026 · Journal of ISAKOS : joint disorders & orthopaedic sports medicine

Introduction Medial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries substantially impair athletic performance due to pain, instability, and diminished throwing capabilities. While UCL reconstruction is the primary surgical treatment due to its…

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Comparison of the illness perception between age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma patients living in a middle-income country.

Germano-Morrel CS, Tomishige KS, Macchione RM et al. · 2026 · Journal of health psychology

The aim of this cross-sectional study was to compare the cognitive and emotional representations of illness in patients with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) living in a developing country. All…

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Bulimia Nervosa in Adolescents: Impact of Childhood and Adolescent Sexual Abuse History and the Mediating Role of Social Media.

Alvarez-Tueros EX, Alcántara-Obando MO, Caycho-Rodríguez T et al. · 2026 · The International journal of social psychiatry

The aim of this study was to analyze whether exposure to esthetic content aligned with beauty standards on social media mediates the relationship between a history of childhood/adolescent sexual abuse and bulimic symptomatology in…

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Effect of Continuous Theta-Burst Stimulation on Postoperative Delirium in Older Patients Who Undergo Cardiac Surgery.

Zhang J, Zhu Y, Yin Y et al. · 2026 · Neuromodulation : journal of the International Neuromodulation Society

Objectives Postoperative delirium (POD) is a common complication after cardiac surgery in older patients, associated with higher mortality and prolonged stays. Continuous theta-burst stimulation (cTBS), a noninvasive neuromodulation…

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Oxidative DNA Damage as an Integrative Marker of Redox Dysfunction Associated with Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity in Pediatric Leukemia.

Gándara-Mireles JA, Reyes Espinoza EA, Loera-Castañeda V et al. · 2026 · Current issues in molecular biology

Doxorubicin (Dox) is a cornerstone in the treatment of pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), but its use is limited by dose-dependent cardiotoxicity. Oxidative stress, arising from mitochondrial dysfunction, enzymatic generation of…

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Impact of sleep disorders and cardiovascular disease comorbidity on memory function decline in middle-aged and older adults: a 10-year trajectory analysis based on CHARLS

Peng M, Yuan Z, Lu Y et al. · 2026 · Preprint

Abstract Objective This study aims to investigate the effects of sleep disorders and cardiovascular disease comorbidity on the decade-long trajectory of memory function in middle-aged and elderly populations, thereby offering a scientific…

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Predictive value of peak left atrial reservoir strain combined with left atrial appendage flow velocity for atrial fibrillation recurrence after pulsed field ablation.

Wang S, Miao J, Tang F et al. · 2026 · BMC cardiovascular disorders

Background The recurrence rate after ablation for atrial fibrillation (AF) remains high, and the predictive performance of existing predictors is limited. Left atrial dysfunction plays a key role in the occurrence and progression of AF.…

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Association Between Individual Functional Movement Screen™ Tasks and Sports Injury Occurrence in University Basketball Players: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Kikumoto T, Kobayashi M, Hori S et al. · 2026 · International journal of sports physical therapy

The Functional Movement Screen™ (FMS™) is widely used to evaluate movement quality and attempt to identify athletes at risk of injury. However, the predictive value of the total score is inconsistent, and it remains unclear whether…

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Multidimensional Physiologic Adaptations to a 14-Day Detraining Period in Elite Powerlifters: Neuromuscular, Morphological, and Hormonal Responses.

Yılmaz U, Buzdağlı Y, Bilgin S et al. · 2026 · Journal of strength and conditioning research

Abstract Yılmaz, U, Buzdağlı, Y, Bilgin, S, Sepil, Y, Ozan, M, Bağaçlı, UH, Şıktar, E, Baygutalp, F, and Kılıç Baygutalp, N. Multidimensional physiologic adaptations to a 14-day detraining period in elite powerlifters: Neuromuscular,…

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Accessory renal arteries in prenatal hydronephrosis as a pathophysiologic contributor or incidental vascular finding: a prospective observational study.

Avcı EA, Bülbül GA, Tsakır B et al. · 2026 · BMC pregnancy and childbirth

Background Accessory renal arteries (ARAs) are recognized as an extrinsic cause of hydronephrosis in children; however, their relationship with prenatally detected hydronephrosis remains unclear. This prospective study aimed to evaluate…

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Preoperative CT-Based Pelvic Sarcopenia and Subcutaneous Adiposity Are Associated with Anaemia and Operative Time in Acetabular Fracture Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Okur KT, Abdulaliyev F, Yalçın S et al. · 2026 · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

Background and Objectives : Acetabular fracture surgery is associated with substantial perioperative blood loss and prolonged operative time. Routine preoperative pelvic computed tomography (CT) carries information about body composition…

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Addition of antibiotic-impregnated bone cement discs for reduction of periprosthetic infection in implant-based breast reconstruction.

Connor CH, Katsnelson JY, Paul BJ et al. · 2026 · Journal of plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery : JPRAS

Periprosthetic infection is a frequent complication of implant-based breast reconstruction, often resulting in implant removal, additional surgery, and increased costs. This study evaluated whether polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) discs…

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