anthonyyazdaniml/gliner-biomed-curated-corpus huggingface dataset:
Infants born prematurely are at significant risk for hemorrhagic and ischemic brain injury. Despite improved survival rates among this population in recent years, these forms of brain injury remain frequent and have considerable consequences. Periventricular leukomalacia (PVL), a disease characterized by necrosis of the cerebral white matter in a characteristic distribution, is one of the most common types of brain injury seen in premature infants. MRI technology now allows for better anatomical resolution resulting in improvements in diagnostic accuracy. The current standard practice is not to perform routine MRI examinations on premature infants, nor is it routine to perform surveillance brain imaging in children after leaving the NICU. In their 2002 Practice Parameter for neuroimaging in the neonate, the American Academy of Neurology and the Practice Committee of the Child Neurology Society acknowledge the superiority of MRI in detection of brain lesions in premature infants, but fall short of recommending routine MRI scanning on the basis of a lack of information correlating MRI findings to neurodevelopmental outcomes. We now have a unique opportunity to help provide such information.
Twin studies have long been a valuable tool for examining the relative role of environment and heredity in health issues such as disease and drug response. For example, twin studies in the 1960's and 1970's showed for the first time that variability in the elimination of many drugs was largely influenced by heredity. Monozygotic twin pairs showed little variability in the elimination of various drugs while dizygotic twin pairs, sharing only about one half of their genes, showed much greater variability. It is now known that the some of the variability in drug elimination observed in dizygotic twins was due to genetic differences in drug metabolizing enzymes, such as the cytochrome P450's. However, genetic variation in other genes, such as membrane transporters may also contribute to variability in drug response.

Membrane transporters play multiple roles in the body; they help to maintain cellular homeostasis through import and export mechanisms and also play an important role in drug response, affecting both the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drugs. Animal studies using mice genetically deficient in drug transporters and reports of drug interaction studies involving transporter substrates have provided convincing evidence that the level of function of several important drug transporters is an important determinant of drug response.

The current study will examine differences in the renal clearance of metformin in monozygotic and dizygotic twin pairs. Metformin is an antidiabetic drug that has no significant hepatic metabolism and is actively secreted by the kidneys. Studies in our lab have shown that metformin is a substrate of the human organic cation transporter, hOCT2, which appears to be a major transporter involved in the renal secretion of cationic drugs. Data in the literature indicate that there is substantial variation in the net secretory clearance of metformin in normal, healthy volunteers. In five healthy volunteers, the ratio of renal clearance to creatinine clearance ranged from 1.5 to 4.2, nearly a 3-fold variation. We hypothesize that genetic variation in secretory transporters in the kidney, like hOCT2, may be responsible for the inter-individual differences in the secretory clearance of metformin and other drugs. Studies examining renal clearance of metformin in monozygotic and dizygotic twins will allow us to better understand the influence of heredity on variation in renal elimination. Furthermore, genotyping monozygotic and dizygotic twin pairs with significant differences in renal clearance of metformin may give us insight into the genes responsible for this variability.
Two female (FL 1, FL 2) and one male (ML) 11-wk-old, intact, captive African lion cubs (Panthera leo leo) were presented with a history of mild vestibular signs. Initial serum vitamin A concentrations were low (140 nmol/L) for ML. Calvarial hyperostosis was confirmed using computed tomography (CT) of the head and cervical vertebrae in each cub. CT measurements were adapted in relation to the skull width. ML showed the most pronounced thickening of the tentorium cerebelli and occipital bone, represented by a tentorium cerebelli to skull width ratio (TCR) of 0.08 (FL 1: 0.06, FL 2: 0.05) and a basisphenoid to skull width ratio (BBR) of 0.07 (FL 1: 0.06, FL 2: 0.04). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed cerebellar herniation and cervical intramedullary T2-weighted hyperintensity from C1, extending caudally for at least two cervical vertebrae in all cubs. Treatment was initiated with subcutaneous vitamin A supplementation and feeding of whole carcasses. Improvement in ataxia was noticed 3 wk later. Follow-up CT and MRI examinations were performed in ML after 3 and 8 mon. The affected bones appeared slightly less thickened and TCR and BBR had decreased to 0.05 after 3 mon. The cerebellum remained mildly herniated, accompanied by amelioration of cervical T2w hyperintensities. After 8 mon, evaluation and diagnostic imaging revealed further improvement regarding the neurologic status and measurements (TCR 0.05, BBR 0.04) despite persistence of a subtle cerebellar herniation. In conclusion, bone remodeling and improvement in clinical signs may be achievable in young lion cubs presented with calvarial hyperostosis and may be attributable to high-dose vitamin A supplementation.
Patients using podofilox gel should receive the following information and instructions. This information is intended to aid in the safe and effective use of this medication. It is not intended to disclose all possible adverse or intended effects.

1) This medication should be used only as directed by the health care provider. Patients should be instructed to wash their hands thoroughly before and after each application. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.

2) Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than for which it was prescribed.

3) Patients should report any signs of adverse reactions to the health care provider.

4) If no improvement is observed after 4 weeks of treatment, discontinue the medication and consult the health care provider.
This arm comprises all placebo treated participants in trial part MD, regardless of the dose group in which they were treated. Participants were randomized within each dose group in a 3:1 ratio (test treatment to placebo). Participants were administered from Day 1 to Day 11 one time per day (qd) an oral dose of placebo film-coated tablets or two times per day (bid) an oral dose of placebo together with about 240 milliliter (mL) of water. Participants took a normal caloric meal 30 minutes (min) before drug administration. Subjects fasted for 4 hours (h) after intake of morning dose. One authorized employee of the trial site was witness of the administration of the trial medication.
Risk Summary

No adequate human data are available to establish whether PREVYMIS poses a risk to pregnancy outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, embryo-fetal developmental toxicity (including fetal malformations) was observed in rats during the period of organogenesis at letermovir exposures (AUC) 11 times higher than human exposure at the recommended human dose (RHD). In rabbits, no embryo-fetal developmental toxicity was noted at exposures that were not maternally toxic (up to letermovir exposures 2 times higher than human exposure at the RHD). In a rat pre/post-natal development study, total litter loss was observed at maternal letermovir exposures approximately 2 times higher than human exposure at the RHD (see Data).

The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively.

Data

Animal Data

Letermovir was administered orally to pregnant rats at 0, 10, 50 or 250 mg/kg/day from gestation days 6 to 17. Developmental toxicities, including skeletal malformations and umbilical cord shortening, were observed at 250 mg/kg/day (approximately 11 times higher than human exposure at the RHD). In addition, decreased fetal body weight and skeletal variations (due to maternal toxicity) were observed at this dose. No embryo-fetal toxicities were observed at 50 mg/kg/day (approximately 3 times higher than human exposure at the RHD).

Letermovir was administered orally to pregnant rabbits at 0, 25, 75 or 225 mg/kg/day from gestation days 6 to 20. Developmental toxicities, including spontaneous abortion, increased post-implantation loss, and skeletal variations, were observed at a maternally toxic dose (225 mg/kg/day; approximately 2 times higher than human exposure at the RHD). No embryo-fetal toxicities were observed at 75 mg/kg/day (less than human exposure at the RHD).

In the pre/post-natal development study, letermovir was administered orally to pregnant rats at 0, 10, 45 or 180 mg/kg/day from gestation day 6 to lactation day 22. At 180 mg/kg/day (approximately 2 times higher than human exposure at the RHD), total litter loss due to stillbirth or possible maternal neglect was observed in 5 of 23 pregnant females by post-partum/lactation day 4. In surviving offspring, slight developmental delays in vaginal opening and pinna unfolding were accompanied by reduced body weight gain at this dose. No toxicities were observed at 45 mg/kg/day (similar to human exposure at the RHD).
A method and system for selecting an intraocular lens, with a controller having a processor and tangible, non-transitory memory. A plurality of machine learning models is selectively executable by the controller. The controller is configured to receive at least one pre-operative image of the eye and extract, via a first input machine learning model, a first set of data. The controller is configured to receive multiple biometric parameters of the eye and extract, via a second input machine learning model, a second set of data. The first set of data and the second set of data are combined to produce a mixed set of data. The controller is configured to generate, via an output machine learning model, at least one output factor based on the mixed set of data. An intraocular lens is selected based in part on the at least one output factor.
OBJECTIVE: To observe the effect of Fu's subcutaneous needling in the treatment of non-acute idiopathic facial paralysis and its effect on serum levels of nitric oxide (NO) and endothelin (ET).
METHODS: A total of 76 patients with non-acute idiopathic facial paralysis were randomly divided into an observation group (38 cases, 2 cases dropped out) and a control group (38 cases, 2 cases dropped out). The patients in the control group received basic treatment (mecobalamin tablets orally, specific electromagnetic spectrum irradiation, facial muscle rehabilitation training). The patients in the observation group were treated with Fu's subcutaneous needling on the basis of the control group. The needling points included brachioradialis muscle, sternocleidomastoid muscle, trapezius muscle, etc., and the needling was inserted around the affected muscle, and the reperfusion activity was carried out at the same time, once every other day, 3 times a week. Both groups were treated for 4 weeks. The House-Brackmann (H-B) grade and H-B symptom score were observed before treatment, after 2 and 4 weeks of treatment in the two groups. The facial disability index (FDI) score [including physical function (FDIP) score and social life function (FDIS) score] and the serum levels of NO and ET were compared before and after 4 weeks of treatment in the two groups. The clinical effect and safety of the two groups were assessed.
RESULTS: After 2 and 4 weeks of treatment, the H-B grade of the two groups was lower than that before treatment, and the H-B symptom scores were higher than those before treatment (P<0.001, P<0.05); the H-B grade of the observation group was lower than that of the control group, and the H-B symptom score was higher than that of the control group (P<0.01, P<0.05). After 4 weeks of treatment, the FDIP scores of the two groups were higher than those before treatment, and the FDIS scores were lower than those before treatment (P<0.05 ); the FDIP score of the observation group was higher than that of the control group, and the FDIS score was lower than that of the control group (P<0.05). After 4 weeks of treatment, the serum level of NO in the observation group was higher than that before treatment, and the serum level of ET was lower than that before treatment (P<0.05); the increase of serum level of NO and the decrease of serum level of ET in the observation group were greater than those in the control group (P<0.05). The cure rate of the observation group was 55.6% (20/36), which was higher than 22.2% (8/36) of the control group (P<0.05). There were no serious adverse reactions in both groups.
CONCLUSION: Fu's subcutaneous needling combined with basic treatment can effectively improve the motor function of facial muscles in patients with non-acute idiopathic facial paralysis, which may be related to the regulation of serum NO and ET levels.
Methotrexate has the potential for serious toxicity (see BOXED WARNINGS). Toxic effects may be related in frequency and severity to dose or frequency of administration but have been seen at all doses. Because they can occur at any time during therapy, it is necessary to follow patients on methotrexate closely. Most adverse reactions are reversible if detected early. When such reactions do occur, the drug should be reduced in dosage or discontinued and appropriate corrective measures should be taken. If necessary, this could include the use of leucovorin calcium and/or acute, intermittent hemodialysis with a high-flux dialyzer (see OVERDOSAGE). If methotrexate therapy is reinstituted, it should be carried out with caution, with adequate consideration of further need for the drug and increased alertness as to possible recurrence of toxicity. 

The clinical pharmacology of methotrexate has not been well studied in older individuals. Due to diminished hepatic and renal function as well as decreased folate stores in this population, relatively low doses should be considered, and these patients should be closely monitored for early signs of toxicity.

Some of the effects mentioned under ADVERSE REACTIONS, such as dizziness and fatigue, may affect the ability to drive or operate machinery.
This review explores the progression of pancreatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PanIN) to pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma through a dual lens of intrinsic molecular alterations and extrinsic microenvironmental influences. PanIN development begins with Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene (KRAS) mutations driving PanIN initiation. Key additional mutations in cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor 2A (CDKN2A), tumor protein p53 (TP53), and mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 4 (SMAD4) disrupt cell cycle control and genomic stability, crucial for PanIN progression from low-grade to high-grade dysplasia. Additional molecular alterations in neoplastic cells, including epigenetic modifications and chromosomal alterations, can further contribute to neoplastic progression. In parallel with these alterations in neoplastic cells, the microenvironment, including fibroblast activation, extracellular matrix remodeling, and immune modulation, plays a pivotal role in PanIN initiation and progression. Crosstalk between neoplastic and stromal cells influences nutrient support and immune evasion, contributing to tumor development, growth, and survival. This review underscores the intricate interplay between cell-intrinsic molecular drivers and cell-extrinsic microenvironmental factors, shaping PanIN predisposition, initiation, and progression. Future research aims to unravel these interactions to develop targeted therapeutic strategies and early detection techniques, aiming to alleviate the severe impact of pancreatic cancer by addressing both genetic predispositions and environmental influences.
LEXIVA Tablets may be taken with or without food.

Adults should take LEXIVA Oral Suspension without food. Pediatric patients should take LEXIVA Oral Suspension with food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. If emesis occurs within 30 minutes after dosing, re-dosing of LEXIVA Oral Suspension should occur.

Higher-than-approved dose combinations of LEXIVA plus ritonavir are not recommended due to an increased risk of transaminase elevations [see Overdosage (10)].

When LEXIVA is used in combination with ritonavir, prescribers should consult the full prescribing information for ritonavir.
Participants receive abexinostat PO BID on days -7 to -4 of the lead-in period, and days 1-4, 8-11 of each treatment cycle and pembrolizumab over 30 minutes on day 1. Courses repeat every 21 days in the absence of disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Silicosis, one of the occupational health illnesses is caused by inhalation of crystalline silica. Deposition of extracellular matrix and fibroblast proliferation in lungs are linked to silicosis development. Mitochondrial dysfunction plays critical role in some diseases, but how these processes progress and regulated in silicosis, remains limited. Detailed study of silica induced pulmonary fibrosis in mouse model, its progression and severity may be helpful in designing future therapeutic strategies.
METHODS: In present study, mice model of silicosis has been developed after repeated silica exposures which may closely resemble clinical symptoms of silicosis in human. In addition to efficiently mimicking the acute/chronic transformation processes of silicosis, this is practical and efficient in terms of time and output, which avoids mechanical injury to the upper respiratory tract due to surgical interventions. Sonicated sterile silica suspension (120 mg/kg) was administered through intranasal route thrice a week at regular intervals (21, 28 and 35 days).
RESULTS: Presence of minute to larger silicotic nodules in H&E-stained lung sections were observed in all silica induced model groups. Enhanced ECM deposition was noted in MT stained lung sections of silica exposure groups as compared to control which were confirmed by significantly higher MMP9 expression levels and hydroxyproline content in silica 35 days group. Increase in Reactive oxygen species (ROS), inflammatory cell recruitment mainly, neutrophils and macrophage were observed in all three silica exposure groups. Transmission electron microscopic analysis has confirmed presence of many aberrant shaped mitochondria (swollen, round shape) in 35 days model where autophagosomes were minimum. Western blot analysis of mitophagy and autophagy markers such as Pink1, Parkin, Cytochrome c, SQSTM1/p62, the ratio of light chain LC3B II/LC3B I was found higher in 21 and 28 days which were significantly reduced in 35 days silica model.
CONCLUSIONS: Higher MMP9 activity and MMP9 /TIMP1 ratio demonstrate excessive extracellular matrix damage and deposition in 35 days model. Significantly reduced expressions of autophagy and mitophagy markers have also confirmed progression in fibrosis severity and its association with repeated silica exposures in 35 days model group.
Preoperative chemoradiotherapy could improve the local control of locally advanced rectal cancer, but the role was limited, only 5%. The adverse event cause by radiotherapy was severe. This single phase II trial was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of triplet regimen (FOLFOXIRI) in treating patients with locally advanced rectal cancer. All patients will receive the study regimen every 2 weeks for 4-6 cycles. MRI of the pelvic will be performed after 4 cycles of chemotherapy to assess clinical response. If the tumor response over 20% after 4 cycles of treatment, the patient will go to surgery (TME) directly or 2 more cycles of treatment before surgery under the decision of MDT. On the contrary, if the tumor show poor response (\<20%), radiotherapy will be performed before operation. After surgery, 6-8 cycles of mFOLFOX6 will be given as adjuvant chemotherapy.
A sterile field monitoring system is presented. The system includes a camera with a field of view that captures a video feed comprising the field of view. The system also includes an initial sterile field detector configured to detect, within the field of view, a sterile area. The system also includes a contamination tracker configured to detect a contamination within the sterile area. The contamination tracker tags a contaminated portion of the sterile area as a contaminated area. The system also includes a sterile field updater that updates a sterile field by removing the contaminated area from the sterile field. The initial sterile field detector, contamination tracker and sterile field updater are actuated by a processor when the video feed is received by the camera.
Docetaxel is a CYP3A4 substrate. In vitro studies have shown that the metabolism of docetaxel may be modified by the concomitant administration of compounds that induce, inhibit, or are metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4.   
In vivostudies showed that the exposure of docetaxel increased 2.2-fold when it was coadministered with ketoconazole, a potent inhibitor of CYP3A4. Protease inhibitors, particularly ritonavir, may increase the exposure of docetaxel. Concomitant use of BEIZRAY and drugs that inhibit CYP3A4 may increase exposure to docetaxel and should be avoided. In patients receiving treatment with BEIZRAY, close monitoring for toxicity and a BEIZRAY dose reduction could be considered if systemic administration of a potent CYP3A4 inhibitor cannot be avoided [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.7), Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3)] .
At the completion of the above intensive care study recruitment, demographic data of the interventional immersive virtual reality arm would analysed to recuit 10 age-matched healthy volunteers with no known cognitive disorders or visual impairment. This is to compare study data with healthy controls. A 25 minute session consisting of 15 minutes of immersive virtual reality and 5 minutes of EEG recording with the EEG headband before and after the intervention would be performed. Eye-tracking and EEG data from these groups of patients would be compared against subjects in both arms of the study performed in the intensive care unit to investigate for exploratory differences.
Participants assigned to this group each received the intervention of 5 initial class instructions in the Transcendental Meditation technique, followed by 6 additional classes over the 4-month study period. Group participants were expected to practice the technique for 20 minutes twice per day for 4-months.