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Diurnal Variations in Anterior and Posterior Corneal Thickness and Curvature in Healthy Eyes: Global and Sector-Based Metrics and Lifestyle Associations.

Barberán-Bernardos L, Ariza-Gracia MA, Büchler P et al. · 2026 · Life (Basel, Switzerland)

This study aims to characterize diurnal changes in corneal geometry of the anterior and posterior cornea in healthy eyes using global and sector-based metrics, and to explore their associations with lifestyle-related factors. A prospective…

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Peripapillary Retinal Nerve Fibre and Ganglion Cell Layer Changes Following Intravitreal Aflibercept 8 mg Therapy in Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Longitudinal OCT Study.

Volpe G, Bonanata M, Peyla A et al. · 2026 · Ophthalmology and therapy

Introduction Intravitreal anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapy is the standard of care for neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) and other retinal vascular diseases. However, transient post-injection…

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Two-year follow-up of musculoskeletal outcomes and quality of life in patients with mucopolysaccharidosis type IV and VI.

Genç E, Bilekyiğit Kurt C, Evrim Karadağ Saygi N et al. · 2026 · Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism : JPEM

Objectives Musculoskeletal abnormalities are common to mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) and can negatively affect the patient's quality of life. Data on course of musculoskeletal findings of MPS type IVA and VI are very insufficient. This study…

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Impact of ETI therapy on bone health, body composition and cardiopulmonary fitness in children with CF.

Holden A, Burns P, Devenny A et al. · 2026 · Journal of cystic fibrosis : official journal of the European Cystic Fibrosis Society

Background Improved survival in cystic fibrosis (CF) has shifted clinical focus toward late complications, including altered body composition, bone health and cardiopulmonary fitness. The effects of Elexacaftor/Tezacaftor/Ivacaftor (ETI)…

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Salivary characteristics and oral microbial dynamics in patients before and after maxillectomy with obturator prosthesis: a pilot prospective cohort study.

Asbi T, Mayer Y, Sarikov R et al. · 2026 · The Saudi dental journal

Maxillectomy produces extensive oral and maxillofacial defects that disrupt normal physiology and often require obturator prostheses for functional and aesthetic rehabilitation. Although these devices are routinely used, their influence on…

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Chemotherapy-induced anemia as a prognostic factor for overall survival in patients with bladder cancer treated with neoadjuvant cisplatin-based chemotherapy and cystectomy.

Lafitte E, Sfumato P, Walz J et al. · 2026 · World journal of urology

Introduction Preoperative anemia (PA) and red blood cell transfusion (RBT) are associated with decreased survival in several cancers. In muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC), anemia is frequent and may be worsened by neoadjuvant…

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Longitudinal and Bidirectional Relationships Between Reading Ability, Internalising Symptoms, and Academic Self-Concept in Adolescence: Evidence from the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children.

Jones A, Johnco C, Beyersmann E et al. · 2026 · Child psychiatry and human development

Poor reading ability is associated with internalising symptoms in children; however, little research has been done with adolescents. The current study used self- and parent-report data from two cohorts of the Longitudinal Study of…

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Comparing the effects of sitting meditation and body scan on working memory in undergraduate healthcare students: a single-blind randomised trial.

Yaemrattanakul W, Manachamni K, Ruangrattanapong J et al. · 2026 · BMC psychology

Background Healthcare undergraduate students often face high cognitive and emotional stress, negatively affecting their working memory and well-being. Mindfulness-based practices, such as sitting meditation and body scan, are proposed to…

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The Role of the Tear Film in Refraction: Quantitative Evaluation Before and After Rexon-Eye Therapy.

Stankovičová V, Nováček VL, Rozsíval P · 2026 · Ceska a slovenska oftalmologie : casopis Ceske oftalmologicke spolecnosti a Slovenske oftalmologicke spolecnosti

Aim The aim of this study was to assess the effect of Rexon-Eye therapy, based on quantum molecular resonance (QMR) technology, optical parameters, tear film stability, and patients' subjective symptoms. Material and methods A total of 30…

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Sexual function in perimenopausal women treated with relugolix and add back therapy for uterine fibroids: an observational study.

Mancarella M, Novara L, Carignano S et al. · 2026 · The European journal of contraception & reproductive health care : the official journal of the European Society of Contraception

Objectives Uterine leiomyomas may cause disorders such as bleeding and bulky symptoms impacting on quality of life; a recent therapeutic option is relugolix, a GnRH antagonist effective in controlling bleeding and reducing the size of…

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Corneal Biomechanics Before and After Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty in Patients with Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy.

Reinprayoon U, Yaisawang S, Israsena N et al. · 2026 · Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)

Purpose Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) is a surgical intervention for restoring endothelial function in Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD). However, changes in corneal biomechanical properties assessed using…

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Effects of an 8-Week Time-Restricted Eating and Walking Exercise on Regional Fat Distribution and Lean Mass in Women with Hidden Obesity: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Chen S, Kortas J, Ren Y et al. · 2026 · Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)

Objectives : Explore and compare the effects of 8-week time-restricted eating (TRE), walking exercise, and their combination on fat and lean muscle distribution in female college students with hidden obesity. Methods : A total of 68…

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