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Assessing pyridoxine adjuvant therapy effects on blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes: A randomized clinical trial
Pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP) is the bioactive derivative of vitamin B6, functioning as a coenzyme in over 150 metabolic pathways. Insufficient PLP levels could be associated with the onset and progression of diabetes. This study...
Endometrial receptivity defects MUC-1 and COX-2 polymorphisms in endometriosis
The endometrium produces MUCIN-1 (MUC-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), which are essential for implantation. MUC-1 is required for adhesion, while COX-2 is necessary for decidualization. Variations or polymorphisms in MUC-1 and...
Assessing the cardioprotective effect of necrosulfonamide in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity in mice
This study aimed to determine the cardioprotective effect of necrosulfonamide (NSA), a pyroptosis and necroptosis inhibitor, against acute doxorubicin cardiotoxicity. Fifteen male mice were divided into three groups (n=5/group)....
Evaluating the effect of ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) in comparison with dexamethasone and diclofenac in a rat model of rheumatoid arthritis
Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) is known for its major effects on the liver, but its impact on autoimmune diseases is not well understood. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of UDCA in controlling rheumatoid arthritis (RA)...
Surgical management of periocular squamous cell carcinoma: case report
This report describes the case of a 72-year-old female patient admitted to the ophthalmology clinic for a large round-oval tumor with a long-standing keratotic lesion on her lower eyelid, without extending to the free margin of...
Severe penile torsion of 180 degrees in an adult patient: a uro-radiological case report
Penile torsion is the abnormal three-dimensional twisting of penile corporal bodies. It can be classified as mild, moderate, or severe, depending on the degree of torsion. Severe penile torsion (>90°) is a very rare...
Assessing psychometric challenges and fatigue during the COVID-19 pandemic
Environmental hazards and/or pandemics may push humans to use different protective methods to maintain their well-being. This study aimed to identify populations vulnerable to psychometric challenges and fatigue during the...