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Preimplantation embryo development might be influenced by a specific set of transcripts that are delivered to the oocyte by the sperm. The aim of the study was to determine the relationship between the level of selected transcripts in spermatozoa and preimplantation development of the embryos in couples with severe oligozoospermia undergoing intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) procedure. Therefore, we assessed messenger RNA (mRNA) levels of genes involved in fertilization events, oocyte activation, chromatin remodeling, and DNA repair in severe oligozoospermic compared with normozoospermic men as well as morphokinetic parameters of embryos using the time-lapse imaging system. mRNA profiling (44 genes), in mature sperm, was carried out with custom-designed 384-well TLDA Cards. The morphokinetic parameters of zygotes and embryos were recorded by using a time-lapse imaging system. The transcript levels of 21 genes were significantly decreased in the severe oligozoospermic group. Most were associated with fertilization events, oocyte activation and embryonic genome activation. Among them, mRNA of AKAP4 and PTK7 was greatly reduced, moreover, the transcripts of PLCζ and POU5F1, essential for OA and EGA, were not detected at all in patients with severe oligozoospermia. Moreover, the reduced expression of genes important for spermatogenesis, chromatin remodeling and DNA repair was also observed in this group. Time-lapse analysis revealed that fertilization failure occurred in 14% of retrieved oocytes and 90% of all degenerated embryos did not reach morula stage. This study provides preliminary results indicating a significant decrease in transcripts of genes important for spermatogenesis and early preimplantation development in the mature sperm of men with severe oligozoospermia.
Exposure-based interventions (EBIs) are the first-line treatment for anxiety disorders and posttraumatic stress disorder. Although common, the association between EBIs and benzodiazepines is controversial. Therefore, we systematically reviewed the literature to evaluate if benzodiazepines could undermine the efficacy of EBIs in treating these disorders.

We conducted a systematic review aiming for randomized clinical trials (RCTs) in ISI Web of Science, Scopus, PubMed/MEDLINE, and PsycINFO databases. We scrutinized the reference list of selected papers and other systematic reviews. Finally, we evaluated the methodological quality and the scientific evidence of the studies.

We screened 1,529 studies and included 12 RCTs in this review (all showing some concerns or high risk of bias). Benzodiazepines did not impact the efficacy of EBIs in nine studies at posttreatment, improved efficacy in two, and reduced it in one. In the follow-up, benzodiazepines (after its discontinuation) did not impact the efficacy in six studies and reduced it in five. The scientific level of evidence achieved was B for both phases.

Until now there is no definitive evidence that benzodiazepines could hinder the EBIs' efficacy for treating posttraumatic stress disorder and anxiety disorders.
Until now there is no definitive evidence that benzodiazepines could hinder the EBIs' efficacy for treating posttraumatic stress disorder and anxiety disorders.Arsenic is a highly toxic heavy-metal pollutant which poses a significant health risk to humans and other ecosystems. In this work, the natural ability of wild-type plants to pre-concentrate and extract arsenic from the belowground environment is exploited to engineer plant nanobionic sensors for real-time arsenic detection. Near-infrared fluorescent nanosensors are specifically designed for sensitive and selective detection of arsenite. These optical nanosensors are embedded in plant tissues to non-destructively access and monitor the internal dynamics of arsenic taken up by the plants via the roots. selleck chemicals The integration of optical nanosensors with living plants enables the conversion of plants into self-powered autosamplers of arsenic from their environment. Arsenite detection is demonstrated with three different plant species as nanobionic sensors. Based on an experimentally validated kinetic model, the nanobionic sensor could detect 0.6 and 0.2 ppb levels of arsenic after 7 and 14 days respectively by exploiting the natural ability of Pteris cretica ferns to hyperaccumulate and tolerate exceptionally high level of arsenic. The sensor readout could also be interfaced with portable electronics at a standoff distance, potentially enabling applications in environmental monitoring and agronomic research.Fabrication of high-energy-density and high-power-density packaged long-cycle-life rechargeable microbatteries remains a considerable challenge. Here, high-performance microbatteries with high active volume fraction, thick, 3D-structured electrodes (V2 O5 cathode and Li metal anode) are realized through a combination of imprint lithography, self-assembly, and electrodeposition. To assist the critical challenge of hermetic packaging, the microbattery is infilled with a gel electrolyte. The packaged cell exhibits high areal energy and power densities of 1.24 J cm-2 and 75.5 mW cm-2 , respectively, and can be cycled 550 times in argon or 200 times in air with 75% capacity retention of the initial discharge capacity. An unpackaged cell, using a liquid electrolyte, provides a power density of 218 mW cm-2 . As far as it is known, the microbatteries have the highest peak power density among all reported microbatteries.
The purpose of this study was to explore, via an online survey, how therapists assess, diagnose and manage hemiplegic shoulder pain (HSP) in the United Kingdom. The objectives were to explore (1) how therapists assessed HSP, (2) what the aims of therapy were, (3) what interventions therapists used, (4) what outcome measures therapists used, (5) what training of HSP therapists had, and (6) what barriers therapists experienced in the management of HSP.

An online survey was distributed to physiotherapists (PTs) and occupational therapists (OTs) working in stroke rehabilitation via professional bodies' interest groups.

Sixty-seven responses were received 40 (60%) were PTs and 27 (40%) were OTs. Therapists routinely screened for HSP (n = 59, 89%). When HSP was assessed, 33 (50%) spent <10 min and 34 (50%) spent >10 min on assessment. Patient-reported pain was used for assessment of HSP by 66 (99%) of respondents. Frequent interventions included positioning (n = 62, 94%), posture re-education (n = 57, 8 management. Time constraints (n = 41, 62%) and lack of diagnosis of HSP (n = 33, 54%) were identified as barriers to providing appropriate care to people with HSP CONCLUSION Study findings showed varied practice in the assessment and treatment for HSP and indicate that time constraints are a considerable barrier to the management of these patients. Further research is required to establish best practice which may help improve outcomes and care for people with poststroke shoulder pain.Solid-state Li-O2 batteries possess the ability to deliver high energy density with enhanced safety. However, designing a highly functional solid-state air electrode is the main bottleneck for its further development. Herein, we adopt a hybrid electronic and ionic conductor to build solid-state air electrode that makes the transition of Li-O2 battery electrochemical mechanism from a three-phase process to a two-phase process. The solid-state Li-O2 battery with this hybrid conductor solid-state air electrode shows decreased interfacial resistance and enhanced reaction kinetics. The Coulombic efficiency of Li-O2 battery is also significantly improved, benefiting from the good contact between discharge products and electrode materials. In situ environmental transmission electron microscopy under oxygen was used to illustrate the reversible deposition and decomposition of discharge products on the surface of this hybrid conductor, visually verifying the two-phase reaction.Extrinsic compression of the left main coronary artery (LMCA) by a dilated pulmonary artery (PA) in the setting of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is an increasingly recognized disease entity. LMCA compression has been associated with angina, arrhythmia, heart failure, and sudden cardiac death in patients with PAH. Recent studies suggest that at least 6% of patients with PAH have significant LMCA compression. Screening for LMCA compression can be achieved with computed coronary tomography angiography, with a particular emphasis on assessment of PA size and any associated downward displacement and reduced takeoff angle of the LMCA. Indeed, evidence of a dilated PA (>40 mm), a reduced LMCA takeoff angle ( less then 60°), and/or LMCA stenosis on CCTA imaging should prompt further diagnostic evaluation. Coronary angiography in conjunction with intravascular imaging has proven effective in diagnosing LMCA compression and guiding subsequent treatment. While optimal medical therapy and surgical correction remain in the clinician's arsenal, percutaneous coronary intervention has emerged as an effective treatment for LMCA compression. Given the prevalence of LMCA compression, its associated morbidity, and mortality, and the wide array of successful treatment strategies, maintaining a high degree of suspicion for this condition, and understanding the potential treatment strategies is critical.Oxidative stress has a considerable influence on endothelial cell dysfunction and atherosclerosis. Acacetin, an anti-inflammatory and antiarrhythmic, is frequently used in the treatment of myocarditis, albeit its role in managing atherosclerosis is currently unclear. Thus, we evaluated the regulatory effects of acacetin in maintaining endothelial cell function and further investigated whether the flavonoid could attenuate atherosclerosis in apolipoprotein E deficiency (apoE-/- ) mice. Different concentrations of acacetin were tested on EA.hy926 cells, either induced or non-induced by human oxidized low-density lipoprotein (oxLDL), to clarify its influence on cell viability, cellular reactive oxidative stress (ROS) level, apoptotic ratios and other regulatory effects. In vivo, apoE-/- mice were fed either a Western diet or a chow diet. Acacetin pro-drug (15 mg/kg) was injected subcutaneously two times a day for 12 weeks. The effects of acacetin on the atherosclerotic process, plasma inflammatory factors and lipid metabolism were also investigated. Acacetin significantly increased EA.hy926 cell viability by reducing the ratios of apoptotic and necrotic cells at 3 μmol/L. Moreover, 3 μmol/L acacetin clearly decreased ROS levels and enhanced reductase protein expression through MsrA and Nrf2 pathway through phosphorylation of Nrf2 and degradation of Keap1. In vivo, acacetin treatment remarkably attenuated atherosclerosis by increasing reductase levels in circulation and aortic roots, decreasing plasma inflammatory factor levels as well as accelerating lipid metabolism in Western diet-fed apoE-/- mice. Our findings demonstrate the anti-oxidative and anti-atherosclerotic effects of acacetin, in turn suggesting its potential therapeutic value in atherosclerotic-related cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
Imaging has played a pivotal role in the diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Recent reports suggest that T
-weighted MRI could be sensitive to monitor signal-intensity modifications of the lung parenchyma, which may relate to the disease activity in IPF. However, there is a lack of automated tools to reproducibly quantify the extent of the disease, especially using MRI.

To assess the feasibility of T
interstitial lung disease signal-intensity volume quantification using a semiautomated method in IPF.

Single center, retrospective.

A total of 21 adult IPF patients and four control subjects without lung interstitial abnormalities.

Both free-breathing ultrashort echo time (TE) lung MRI using the spiral volume interpolated breath hold examination (VIBE) sequence (3D-UTE) and T
-BLADE at 1.5T.

Semiautomated segmentation of the lung volume was done using 3D-UTE and registered to the T
-BLADE images. The interstitial lung disease signal-intensity volume (ISIV) was quantified using a Gaussian mixture model clustering and then normalized to the lung volume to calculate T
-ISIV.
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