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Pre-Operative Microbiome Signatures as Independent Predictors of Aggressive Prostate Cancer Phenotypes

This prospective cohort study demonstrates that pre-operative microbiome signatures, specifically the concurrent colonization of *Enterococcus faecalis* and *Klebsiella pneumoniae*, serve as independent predictors of aggressive prostate cancer phenotypes and significantly improve risk stratification beyond conventional clinical markers like PSA.

Pavlov Valentin Nikolaevich, Samuel Olalekan Akinyemi, VICTOR OLAMIPOSI OLAIYA, Urmantsev Marat Fayazovich, Tuguzbaeva G (…)2026-07-10
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The Mediating Role of Object Relations Quality and Defense Mechanisms in the relationship between ICD-11 Five-Factor Personality Traits and Current Suicidal Ideation in Major Depressive Disorder

This study of 386 outpatients with Major Depressive Disorder reveals that while specific ICD-11 personality traits directly influence suicidal ideation, the quality of object relations and defense mechanisms serve as significant mediating factors, highlighting the importance of targeting these psychodynamic structures in therapeutic interventions.

Matin Khanpayeh, Kaveh Qaderi Bagajan, Soheib Amini, Kiyana Mardani, Bita zardar, Bakhtiar Piroozi2026-07-10
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Hemodynamic and ventilation/perfusion effects of continuous anterior chest compression in acute respiratory distress syndrome

In patients with moderate-to-severe ARDS, continuous anterior chest compression improves right ventricular function and reduces afterload in those who exhibit a paradoxical decrease in plateau pressure due to overdistension, whereas it worsens ventilation/perfusion matching by increasing shunt in non-responders.

Pascale Labedade, Samuel Tuffet, Paul Masi, Elsa Moncomble, Mohamed Boujelben, Anne-Fleur Haudebourg, François Bagate, A (…)2026-07-10
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Recurrent stroke following left atrial appendage closure in patients with ischemic stroke under oral anticoagulation: a systematic review and meta-analysis

This systematic review and meta-analysis of 1,091 high-risk elderly patients with prior ischemic stroke despite oral anticoagulation found that left atrial appendage closure is associated with a residual annual ischemic stroke recurrence rate of 3.1%, highlighting the need for prospective trials to optimize post-procedural antithrombotic strategies.

Tommaso Bini, Marco Gamardella, Antanas Gasys, Roberto Galea, Laurent Roten, David Seiffge, Lorenz Räber, George CM Sion (…)2026-07-10
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Soluble P2X7 Receptor (sP2X7R) as a Marker of Inflammation in Pregnancy

This study demonstrates that circulating soluble P2X7 receptor (sP2X7R) levels progressively increase throughout normal pregnancy, reflecting physiological inflammatory adaptations and serving as a potential biomarker for maternal-fetal immune interactions and specific pregnancy-related conditions.

Valentina Vultaggio-Poma, Selene Schio, Cristina Taliento, Rosa Galasso, Simonetta Falzoni, Claudia D'Angiolillo, Sara G (…)2026-07-10
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Antibody-drug conjugates for advanced/recurrent high-grade endometrial cancer: potential targets, strategies and challenges

This review examines the emerging role of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) as a therapeutic option for advanced or recurrent high-grade endometrial cancer by summarizing their current clinical applications, preclinical evidence, and early-phase trial results, while also addressing the mechanisms of resistance and future challenges in overcoming them.

Yusuke Matoba, Esther Rodman, Maryam Azimi Mohammadabadi, Sara Bouberhan, Oladapo Yeku, Bo Rueda2026-07-10
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Health in All Policies: The Impact of the Healthy City Pilot Policy on Cognitive Health and Cognitive Health Inequality Among Older Adults in China—Evidence from Difference-in-Differences and Double Machine Learning

This study demonstrates that China's Healthy City pilot policy significantly improved cognitive health and reduced cognitive health inequality among older adults by enhancing living environments, health behaviors, social participation, and digital inclusion, with effects varying across demographic and regional groups.

Jialin Xu, Longyi Huang, Qianwen Sun, Yang Luo, zixuan JiaoYang, Aijun Xu, Zhi Liu, Xuebin Qiao2026-07-10
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Selective versus complete caries removal in deep posterior lesions: a six-month prospective pilot

This six-month prospective pilot study comparing selective and complete caries removal in deep posterior lesions found that selective removal showed a clinically relevant, numerically higher success rate and pulp sensibility than complete removal, although the difference did not reach statistical significance in a two-sided analysis, highlighting the need for larger, longer-term trials.

Ana Iglesias Poveda2026-07-10
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Neuromuscular electrical stimulation versus combined aerobic and resistance exercise versus health literacy intervention for glycemic control in institutionalized older adults with type 2 diabetes: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

This study protocol outlines a three-arm randomized controlled trial comparing the efficacy of neuromuscular electrical stimulation, supervised combined aerobic and resistance exercise, and health literacy education on glycemic control and secondary outcomes in institutionalized older adults with type 2 diabetes over a 12-week period.

Carlos Tavares, Rui Soles Gonçalves, Rocío Llamas-Ramos2026-07-10
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Tirzepatide Attenuates Diabetes-Associated Testicular Inflammation and Sperm DNA Fragmentation in Obese Diabetic Mice: Potential Pleiotropic Effects Beyond Glycemic Control

This study demonstrates that tirzepatide ameliorates diabetes-induced testicular inflammation, oxidative stress, and sperm DNA fragmentation in obese diabetic mice through a GIPR-mediated mechanism in testicular macrophages, offering protective effects beyond its glycemic control capabilities.

Yusaku Mori, Naoya Osaka, Michishige Terasaki, Hironori Yashima, Tomomi Saito, Daiki Tokado, Madoka Ogino, Makoto Ohara (…)2026-07-10