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Residential radon exposure and lung cancer histology and stage: a population-based ecological study in Central Germany.

Ernst P, Rachow T, Henn S et al. · 2026 · Journal of cancer research and clinical oncology

Purpose Residential radon exposure is recognised as one of the leading environmental risk factors for lung cancer and acts synergistically with tobacco smoking. Thuringia, Germany, exhibits high geogenic radon potential; however,…

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The impact of drains on postoperative seroma and infection after mastectomy: A retrospective study in Danish women with breast cancer.

Palshof FK, Korsholm RHR, Duriaud HM et al. · 2026 · European journal of surgical oncology : the journal of the European Society of Surgical Oncology and the British Association of Surgical Oncology

Introduction Postoperative drains are commonly used after mastectomy to reduce seroma formation, but evidence of the benefit remains unclear. We evaluated the effect of postoperative drains on seroma formation and infection after…

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Hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs) mobilization following high-intensity interval exercise in cancer patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation: preliminary results from a randomized controlled trial.

Zarekar T, Ahmadizad S, Hajifathali A et al. · 2026 · Stem cell research & therapy

Background and objective Hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs) mobilization is essential for successful bone marrow transplantation but may be impaired in cancer patients due to prior treatments. High-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) has…

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Amplicon sequencing reveals impact of imidacloprid residues on diversity profile of grape fructosphere microbiota.

Deore P, Upadhyay A, Thekkumpurath AS et al. · 2026 · World journal of microbiology & biotechnology

In grape, fructosphere microbiota play an important role in nutrient cycling, pathogen suppression, berry quality, and fermentation processes. Insecticide imidacloprid (IM) is used to manage several insect pests of grape. However, the…

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Clinical Outcome of EMG-Based Pelvic Floor Biofeedback in Patients With Constipation-Impact of Prior Anorectal Manometry/Balloon Expulsion Test for Patient Selection. A Retrospective Study.

Kochhar S, Channapragada T, Shenoy V et al. · 2026 · Neurogastroenterology and motility

Introduction Pelvic floor biofeedback therapy (BFT) is the mainstay treatment for dyssynergic defecation, a condition defined by the Rome criteria. This retrospective study compares outcomes between patients referred for EMG-based BFT…

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Comparison of Urodynamic Outcomes of Surgery Using the Photoselective Vaporization 180 W XPS System and Transurethral Resection of the Prostate: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis in Real-World Clinical Practice.

Saito Y, Kyoda Y, Nofuji S et al. · 2026 · International journal of urology : official journal of the Japanese Urological Association

Objectives No previous studies have directly compared pre- and postoperative pressure flow study (PFS) outcomes between transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and photoselective vaporization of the prostate using the GreenLight XPS…

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Rose danio (Danio roseus): A native Mekong basin alternative to zebrafish for acute, developmental, and neurobehavioral toxicity testing.

Seetapan K, Nobsathian S, Bullangpoti V et al. · 2026 · Environmental toxicology and chemistry

The fish embryo toxicity test is widely used as an alternative to conventional acute fish toxicity assays, but its ecological relevance may be limited when the model species is nonnative to the region of interest. Here, we evaluated rose…

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Advancements in Breast Lipofilling: A 12-Year Retrospective Comparative Analysis of Patient Satisfaction and Complication Rates across Fat Preparation Methods.

Loucas R, Loucas M, Müller R et al. · 2026 · Plastic and reconstructive surgery

Background Breast lipofilling is a commonly utilized method in plastic surgery for breast reconstruction and augmentation. However, the procedure is often limited by the unpredictable survival of fat grafts, leading to dissatisfied…

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Balancing relief and reflux: A prospective comparative study on gastric myotomy length and post-operative outcomes in laparoscopic Heller's myotomy for achalasia.

Yadav S, Kiran SP, Gurjar SK et al. · 2026 · Journal of minimal access surgery

Introduction Laparoscopic Heller's myotomy (LHM) with a partial fundoplication is the standard surgical therapy for achalasia cardia. However, the ideal gastric extension of the myotomy remains controversial, as it may influence both…

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Association Between Epicardial Adipose Tissue Thickness and Early Arrhythmia Recurrence After Electrical Cardioversion for Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter in Patients With and Without Heart Failure-An Observational Study.

Kadum F, Benko K, Batičić L et al. · 2026 · Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

Background and Objectives : Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter are associated with significant morbidity. While electrical cardioversion (ECV) is a standard treatment for sinus rhythm restoration, early arrhythmia recurrence is…

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Short Versus Extended Duration of Triple Antithrombotic Therapy After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Patients Requiring Oral Anticoagulation: A Retrospective Single-Center Study.

Kurpad KP, Vorla M, Bin-Farooq T et al. · 2026 · Catheterization and cardiovascular interventions : official journal of the Society for Cardiac Angiography & Interventions

Background Balancing ischemic and bleeding risks in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) who require anticoagulation remains a clinical challenge. While dual antithrombotic therapy (DAT) with a P2Y12 inhibitor and…

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Pediatric Robotic Cochlear Implantation: Hearing Outcomes.

Marie A, Leclere JC, Fleming Y et al. · 2026 · Audiology & neuro-otology

Introduction Cochlear implantation is the standard of care for children with severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss, offering substantial improvements in speech intelligibility, tonal audiometry perception, language acquisition, and…

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Generativity in Physician Assistants: Insights Amid a Preceptor Shortage.

Chung K · 2026 · The journal of physician assistant education : the official journal of the Physician Assistant Education Association

Introduction Amid a preceptor shortage, this pilot study examined the relationship between generativity, a psychosocial construct reflecting concern for guiding the next generation, and demographic characteristics among physician…

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Effectiveness of dexmedetomidine versus fentanyl on postoperative pain and recovery after pediatric tonsillectomy: A retrospective cohort study.

Jallad M, AlAnazi B, Aloqbawi A et al. · 2026 · Saudi journal of anaesthesia

Background Pediatric tonsillectomy is commonly associated with significant postoperative pain. Opioids remain a mainstay for perioperative analgesia but carry risks of respiratory depression and prolonged recovery, especially in patients…

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The interplay of APOE genotype, plasma levels, and cognitive functions in middle-aged adults with a parental history of Alzheimer's disease.

Mattar YA, Refaat O, El-Makawi S et al. · 2026 · The world journal of biological psychiatry : the official journal of the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry

Background Family history and APOE ε4 carriage represent the strongest non-modifiable Alzheimer's disease (AD) risk factors after advancing age. Early identification of cognitive markers in individuals at risk is essential for effective…

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Axial Force Transmission Through Orthosis Straps in a Neonatal Hip Flexion-Abduction Orthosis: An Exploratory In Vivo Study in Infants with Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip.

Schwanitz von Keitz P, Liebau KH, Mittelmeier W et al. · 2026 · Children (Basel, Switzerland)

Background: Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is the most common congenital musculoskeletal disorder in newborns. Flexion-abduction orthoses are widely used in early treatment; however, in vivo data on their biomechanical load…

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