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Immunohistochemical analysis of insulin-like growth factor 1 and its receptor in sporadic schwannoma/peripheral nerve sheath tumour
Conclusions As IGF-1 and IGF-1R immunoreactivity was detected in the majority of sporadic schwannoma specimens regardless of their anatomical location, these findings suggest that an IGF-1/IGF-1R loop could play a role in the tumorigenesis and progression of schwannomas via an autocrine–paracrine mechanism. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Matsubara, F., Katabami, T., Asai, S., Ariizumi, Y., Maeda, I., Takagi, M., Keely, M. M., Ono, K., Maekawa, T., Nakamura, Y., Tanaka, Y., Sasano, H. Tags: Clinical Reports Source Type: research

A 5-year analysis of semen parameters in Saudi Arabian men attending infertility clinics
Conclusions In this study, smoking and the presence of varicocele had negative effects on semen parameters in infertile men. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Al-Turki, H. A. Tags: Clinical Reports Source Type: research

Assessment of associations between ischaemic attacks in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and air concentrations of particulate matter
Conclusion The results of this study confirmed an association between PM2.5 and ischaemic attacks in high-risk patients. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Hoshino, T., Hoshino, A., Nishino, J. Tags: Clinical Reports Source Type: research

The effect of anticancer therapy on anti-hepatitis B antibody titres in patients with haematological malignancies and solid tumours
Conclusion High levels of anti-HBs may have a protective effect against the reactivation of HBV especially in patients with haematological malignancies who received immunosuppressive anticancer therapy. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Yilmaz, B., Erdem, D., Teker, F., Goren, I., Yildirim, B., Kut, E., Sarikaya, D., Atay, M. H., Yucel, I. Tags: Clinical Reports Source Type: research

Postoperative renormalization of C-reactive protein with adjuvant lienal polypeptide and its association with tumour recurrence in T1 clear cell renal cell carcinoma
Conclusion Postoperative renormalization of elevated CRP is associated with decreased risk of recurrence in CCRCC. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Guo, Y., Hu, Q., Sun, C., Gu, B., Xu, K., Xia, G. Tags: Research Notes Source Type: research

Comparison of the clinical effectiveness of 3D and 2D imaging systems for laparoscopic radical cystectomy with pelvic lymph node dissection
Conclusions With the assistance of 3D stereoscopic imaging, surgeons may be able to reduce both the duration of lymph node dissection and overall operative time during laparoscopic RC with pelvic lymph node dissection, without increasing postoperative hospital stay or total cost. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Tang, F. J., Qi, L., Jiang, H. C., Tong, S. Y., Li, Y. Tags: Research Notes Source Type: research

Efficacy of intravenous fluid warming during goal-directed fluid therapy in patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery: a randomized controlled trial
Conclusion IV fluid warming was associated with a smaller drop in core temperature than room temperature IV fluids in laparoscopic colorectal surgery incorporating goal-directed fluid therapy. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Choi, J.-W., Kim, D.-K., Lee, S.-W., Park, J.-B., Lee, G.-H. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Development and validation of the hypoglycaemia problem-solving scale for people with diabetes mellitus
Conclusions The HPSS was verified as being valid and reliable. Future studies should further test and improve the instrument to increase its effectiveness in helping people with diabetes manage their hypoglycaemia-related problems. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Wu, F.-L., Juang, J.-H., Lin, C.-H. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

An investigation into potential gender-specific differences in myocardial triglyceride content assessed by 1H-Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy at 3Tesla
Conclusions The study showed that 1H-MRS is a capable, noninvasive tool for acquisition of myocardial triglyceride metabolites. Myocardial triglyceride concentration was shown to be unrelated to gender in this group of healthy volunteers. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Petritsch, B., Köstler, H., Gassenmaier, T., Kunz, A. S., Bley, T. A., Horn, M. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Hydroxysafflor yellow A improves established monocrotaline-induced pulmonary arterial hypertension in rats
Conclusions Experimental MCT-induced PAH may be reduced by HSYA treatment, and the mechanism may involve suppression of inflammation and oxidative stress. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Han, X., Zhang, Y., Zhou, Z., Zhang, X., Long, Y. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Use of a knowledge-attitude-behaviour education programme for Chinese adults undergoing maintenance haemodialysis: Randomized controlled trial
Conclusion These preliminary findings suggest that the knowledge-attitude-behaviour model appears to be a valuable tool for the health education of MHD patients. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Liu, L., Liu, Y.-P., Wang, J., An, L.-W., Jiao, J.-M. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Effects of midazolam or tramadol premedication on early cognitive function in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): A randomized, controlled, double-blind study
Objectıve To evaluate the sedative efficacy and effects on early period cognitive function of premedication in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Methods Forty patients (18–70 years; American Society of Anesthesiology risk category I–III) undergoing elective ERCP were randomized to receive oral premedication with 0.15 mg/kg midazolam or 1 mg/kg tramadol. Cognitive function was determined by mini-mental test (MMT). Target scores for effective sedation were determined as a Bispectral index score of 70–90 and modified Ramsay Sedation Scale score (mRSS) of 2–4. Results Globa...
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Ulusoy, H., Coskun, I., Arslan, M. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Emotion, working memory, and cognitive control in patients with first-onset and previously untreated minor depressive disorders
Conclusions Healthy subjects showed a stronger emotional response to positive emotional stimuli than patients with first onset and previously untreated minor depression, but there were no differences in response to negative emotions. There were no statistically significant between-group differences in terms of speed of cognitive response, but this may have been due to the relatively small samples sizes assessed. Studies with larger sample populations are required to further investigate these results. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Li, M., Lu, S., Wang, G., Feng, L., Fu, B., Zhong, N. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Polymorphism 2184A/G in the AGER gene is not associated with diabetic retinopathy in Han Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes
Conclusion The 2184A/G polymorphism in the AGER gene is not associated with DR in Han Chinese patients with T2DM. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Li, J., Cai, W., Zhang, W., Zhu, W.-F., Liu, Y., Yue, L.-X., Zhu, L.-Y., Xiao, J.-R., Liu, J.-Y., Xu, J.-X. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Identification of downstream target genes regulated by the nitric oxide-soluble guanylate cyclase-cyclic guanosine monophosphate signal pathway in pulmonary hypertension
Conclusion These results may provide new insights into the molecular mechanisms of PH. (Source: Journal of International Medical Research)
Source: Journal of International Medical Research - May 24, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Zou, L., Xu, X., Zhai, Z., Yang, T., Jin, J., Xiao, F., Wang, C. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research