Objective: To investigate the associations between maternal vitamin D metabolite profiles at birth and childhood anthropometry. Key Findings: Trends of associat
Objective: To investigate the association between H. pylori infection and serum lipid levels, specifically triglycerides. Key Findings: H. pylori-positive parti
Objective: To validate a method for calculating gastric pouch volume using geometric formulas and practical measurements, which may improve clinical outcomes in
Objective: To systematically assess the clinical effectiveness of combining fenofibrate with statins in treating patients with diabetes mellitus and hyperlipide
Objective: To evaluate the association between platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) and vertebral fracture risk in osteoporosis patients, highlighting its potenti
Objective: To explore the evolutionary aspects of bipolar disorder (BD) and their implications for understanding the disorder's traits, stigma, and clinical per
Bipolar Disorder is a progressive illness characterized by episodes of mania and depression, leading to worsening functional outcomes over time.
The evolutionary perspective on bipolar disorder highlights adaptive traits like increased energy and creativity, aiming to reduce stigma associated with the condition.
Genetic factors contribute significantly to the risk of bipolar disorder, with heritability estimates as high as 85%, though no single genetic variant has been conclusively identified.
Bipolar II Disorder, while less severe, can still cause significant impairment and is often challenging to recognize due to the absence of delusions.
The complex clinical course of bipolar disorder is influenced by environmental factors and psychosocial stressors, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
Objective: To explore the social and ethical implications of peer-to-peer sharing of personal health data in public health interventions, emphasizing the need f
Peer-to-peer sharing of health data on social media is increasingly utilized to support public health goals and encourage healthy behaviors.
Participants in a study expressed discomfort with sharing sensitive health information but felt a moral obligation to contribute for collective benefit.
The tension between personal privacy and communal obligations raises significant ethical concerns regarding data sharing practices.
Ethical frameworks are needed to address social pressures, consent, and emotional aspects of health data sharing in public health interventions.
Further qualitative research is essential to understand how individuals navigate obligations and risks in technology-mediated health care.
Objective: To assess the diagnostic value of immune-inflammatory biomarkers for early and established diabetic kidney disease (DKD) in patients with type 2 diab
Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of preoperative splenic artery embolization (SAE) in alleviating portal hypertension in patients undergoing major hepat
Objective: Emphasize the significance of identifying sociodemographic and emotional correlates. Key Findings: Add implications of findings. Interpretation: Incl
Caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities (ID) report significantly lower quality of life (QOL) compared to caregivers of children without ID.
Higher levels of anxiety and depression are observed in caregivers of children with ID, impacting their overall well-being.
Sociodemographic factors, such as caregiver kinship and family income, are associated with QOL among caregivers of children with ID.
Anxiety independently predicts lower psychological well-being and social relationships, while depression predicts lower environmental QOL in ID caregivers.
The study highlights the need for psychosocial support and family-centered services for caregivers of children with ID in China.
Objective: To investigate the trainability of Psychological Combat Readiness (PCR) and its predictive value for tactical performance, specifically in Close Quar
Psychological Combat Readiness (PCR) enhances mental performance and operational preparedness in military special forces.
The study assessed PCR trainability during the basic training of the German Army Special Forces Command from 2023 to 2025.
Experimental training significantly improved Hardiness and Functional Work Attitude, leading to better performance in Close Quarter Battle and hand-to-hand combat.
Hardiness and Comradeship were found to predict successful commando eligibility in the German Army Special Forces.
Integrating psychological training into special forces education is essential for enhancing individual preparedness and team effectiveness.
Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic agreement between AI-assisted teleultrasound and expert consensus in thyroid nodules classified as C-TIRADS 4A or higher d
The study evaluated diagnostic agreement between AI-assisted teleultrasound and expert consensus for thyroid nodules classified as C-TIRADS 4A or higher.
Among 587 thyroid nodules, 80 classified as C-TIRADS 4A or higher were analyzed using an AI diagnostic system and compared to expert assessments.
Diagnostic consistency between community medical institutions and teleultrasound was poor, while the AI system showed good agreement with teleultrasound.
The AI system achieved a sensitivity of 97.1% and specificity of 100.0% at the C-TIRADS 4A threshold, indicating high diagnostic performance.
AI-assisted teleultrasound can improve diagnostic agreement in evaluating thyroid nodules, achieving consistency comparable to expert-level assessments.
Objective: To determine the impact of branch vessel involvement on angiographic occlusion, clinical outcomes, recurrence, and retreatment after endovascular coi
Objective: To delineate the longitudinal relationships among peripheral inflammation, kynurenine pathway dysregulation, immune-cell redistribution, and cognitiv
Objective: To assess the nutritional risk status and identify factors associated with malnutrition in long-term hospitalized schizophrenia patients in China, hi
Objective: To explore the potential of Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) in revolutionizing healthcare by enabling data utilization while safeguarding priva
Privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) are recognized as a Top Ten Emerging Technology for 2024, aiming to revolutionize healthcare data utilization.
PETs facilitate secure data sharing across institutions, promoting precision medicine while safeguarding patient privacy and compliance with regulations.
Synthetic data generation and differential privacy techniques are crucial for overcoming data scarcity and protecting sensitive medical information.
Challenges in implementing PETs include maintaining data quality, mitigating bias, and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks like GDPR.
A collaborative approach among stakeholders is essential for developing standards and business models to effectively apply PETs in healthcare.
Objective: To highlight the limitations of current animal models for ADHD and advocate for innovative approaches, such as gene-environment frameworks and refine
