Childhood trauma associations with changes in body mass index over 12 months of treatment in first-episode schizophrenia spectrum disorders.
Childhood trauma (CT) is a risk factor for the development of adulthood obesity, both in the general population, and in patients with schizophrenia. We examined the associations between CT exposure […]
Diet-induced inflammation is associated with fatty pancreas in patients with common bile duct stones.
Inflammation has been proven to be associated with chronic diseases. We hypothesized that higher diet-induced inflammation is associated with increased risk of fatty pancreas (FP). Among 278 patients with common […]
Effects of CB2 Receptor Modulation on Macrophage Polarization in Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Macrophages play a crucial role in maintaining intestinal homeostasis and can exhibit either pro-inflammatory M1 or anti-inflammatory M2 phenotypes. The cannabinoid receptor type 2 (CB2) is involved in immune regulation […]
Comparison of 12- and 15-mm endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation combined with a limited endoscopic sphincterotomy for large bile duct stones: A propensity score-matched analysis.
Endoscopic papillary large balloon dilation (EPLBD) combined with endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) has been increasingly used to remove large common bile duct (CBD) stones. However, the clinical outcomes of stone extraction […]
Sociodemographic influences on substance use in psychosis in an African cohort.
Substance use is common among individuals with psychotic disorders, but limited research exists on the variations in substance use across countries in Africa. This study aims to investigate the frequency […]
Renal vascular patterns assessment before robot-assisted partial nephrectomy: a video-based correlation with hilum dissection.
Surgical video review (SVR) is an emerging tool for assessing patient outcomes, especially in complex surgeries such as robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN). Adhesive probability and morphological scores are used to […]
Abnormal Structural Nodes of the Reward Network Associated with Impulsive Traits in Cannabis Use Disorder.
Cannabis use exerts adverse effects on the brain. However, the structural gray matter change and its relationship with impulsive traits in young adults with cannabis use disorder (CUD) were still […]
A Potential Contribution of S100A11 to Skin Fibrosis and Pulmonary Involvement in Systemic Sclerosis.
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is characterised by immune dysregulation, vasculopathy and fibrosis, driven by genetic and environmental factors. S100 proteins, which constitute a unique class of calcium-binding proteins, have been shown […]
Minimal Endoscopic Sphincterotomy with Papillary Balloon Dilation Using a Novel Non-slip Balloon Catheter for the Treatment of Common Bile Duct Stones: A Prospective Pilot Study.
Endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES) with minimal incision followed by balloon dilation (ESBD) is a promising hybrid technique for the treatment of common bile duct (CBD) stones. However, balloon slippage during dilation […]
Within-Person Bidirectional Relations Between Sleep Problems and Alcohol, Cannabis, and Co-Use Problems in a Representative U.S. Sample.
: Despite associations between sleep problems and substance use, many adults use alcohol and cannabis as sleep aids. However, little is known about the potential reciprocal relations among problems with […]
The impact of cannabis use on cortical excitability and inhibitory mechanisms: A case-control study.
Cannabis use has been linked to alterations in brain function, yet its effects on cortical excitability and inhibition remain unclear. This study aimed to assess the impact of cannabis use […]
Relationship between an adult-use Cannabis law and Cannabis use by type in a cohort of New Jersey young adults.
Limited research has evaluated the impact of cannabis policies on young adult cannabis use, after full implementation (retail outlets opened), nor on cannabis product type. This study examined the relationship […]
Cognitive performance in young adults who endorse a cannabis use disorder.
Cannabis use disorder (CUD) is highly prevalent with ∼44 million cases worldwide. CUD has been associated with compulsive use despite experiencing adverse psychosocial outcomes. Such adverse outcomes of CUD have […]
Ever cannabis use and biomarkers of male fecundity – A study in the Danish National Birth Cohort.
Reports of low semen quality have led to investigations of potential risk factors, including cannabis use. Cannabis affects the endocannabinoid system, which in part regulates spermatogenesis and hormonal balance, but […]
Comparison of the current characteristics and management of congenital biliary dilatation with and without a fetal diagnosis: report of 231 consecutive cases from the Kyushu Pediatric Surgery Study Group in Japan over the past decade.
The aim of this study is to investigate and to compare the current characteristics and management of congenital biliary dilatation (CBD) with and without fetal diagnosis (FD) based on a […]
SUDEP risk is influenced by longevity genomics: a polygenic risk score study.
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) is a rare and tragic outcome in epilepsy, identified by those with the condition as their most serious concern. Although several clinical factors are […]
Fast-Sequence Limited Magnetic Resonance Imaging Brain Protocol for Surveillance for Subependymal Lesions and Associated Hydrocephalus in Pediatric Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.
Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a genetic disorder that can cause multiorgan hamartomas. The brain is often affected by cortical tubers, subependymal nodules, and subependymal giant cell astrocytoma (SEGA). Consensus […]
Associations between airborne crude oil chemicals and neurological symptoms among workers in the gulf long-term follow-up study.
Many volatile organic compounds may be neurotoxic at occupational levels. However, little is known about the neurotoxicity of these chemicals below occupational exposure limits, including among oil spill response and […]