The effect of vitamin D deficiency on platelet parameters in patients with COVID-19
DiscussionThe aforementioned results imply that maintaining an elevated concentration of vitamin D in COVID-19 patients is important because it is associated with a decrease in MPV, which in turn reduces susceptibility to diseases such as coronary artery disease. (Source: Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology)
Source: Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology - March 8, 2024 Category: Microbiology Source Type: research
Vitamin D and risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the SUN project: a prospective cohort study
ConclusionThe outcomes suggest that higher levels of vitamin D at baseline may be associated with a reduced risk of developing T2D. (Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation)
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - March 8, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
Risk factors of paclitaxel-induced peripheral neuropathy in patients with breast cancer: a prospective cohort study
ConclusionClinical attention should be paid to patients with these risk factors, and active and effective preventive measures should be taken to reduce the occurrence of CIPN and improve the quality of life. (Source: Frontiers in Oncology)
Source: Frontiers in Oncology - March 7, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Surgical Considerations for Osteoporosis, Osteopenia, and Vitamin D Deficiency
This issue of Orthopedic Clinics of North America focuses on bone health and its effect on surgical outcomes. Osteopenia and the more severe form of osteoporosis are major contributors to fragility fractures and adversely affect outcomes of orthopedic treatment. Lifestyle and age are factors associated with low bone density, but the condition also occurs in children and adolescents, is secondary to genetic bone disorders, chronic systemic and metabolic disorders, medications, and can even be idiopathic. (Source: Orthopedic Clinics of North America)
Source: Orthopedic Clinics of North America - March 7, 2024 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Frederick M. Azar Tags: Preface Source Type: research
Trimester-specific effect of maternal co-exposure to organophosphate esters and phthalates on preschooler cognitive development: The moderating role of gestational vitamin D status
Environ Res. 2024 Mar 3:118536. doi: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118536. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTOrganophosphate esters (OPEs) and phthalate acid esters (PAEs) are prevalent endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Humans are often exposed to OPEs and PAEs simultaneously through multiple routes. Given that fetal stage is a critical period for neurodevelopment, it is necessary to know whether gestational co-exposure to OPEs and PAEs affects fetal neurodevelopment. However, accessible epidemiological studies are limited. The present study included 2, 120 pregnant women from the Ma'anshan Birth Cohort (MABC) study. The concentr...
Source: Environmental Research - March 5, 2024 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Mengjuan Lu Gan Hong Qiong Zhou Feifei Han Xiaorui Wang Fu Zhang Juan Tong Kun Huang Hui Gao Shuangqin Yan Zhongxiu Jin Qunan Wang Fangbiao Tao Source Type: research
Exploring associations between pregnancy cravings and sociodemographic, lifestyle and health factors: insights from a cross-sectional population study in Jordan
Conclusion
Pregnancy cravings, particularly for food items, with sweets and salts being the most commonly craved, are prevalent among Jordanian women and are associated with the mother’s educational level, changes in weight and the presence of anaemia. Additionally, the study found that iron and vitamin D deficiencies are prevalent health issues among women experiencing these cravings in Jordan. This research has important implications, emphasising the pressing need for targeted nutritional interventions and healthcare strategies to address identified deficiencies and improve maternal health outcomes in the region. (Source: BMJ Open)
Source: BMJ Open - March 5, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: Kloub, S. M., Banihani, S. A. Tags: Open access, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, COVID-19 Obstetrics and gynaecology Source Type: research
A study to assess the relationship between vitamin D3 levels and the risk of acute exacerbation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Monaldi Arch Chest Dis. 2024 Mar 1. doi: 10.4081/monaldi.2024.2885. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the top three causes of mortality worldwide. Vitamin D deficiency in COPD has been associated with poor lung function and decreased muscle power, which further increases the risk of exacerbations. The role of vitamin D in preventing acute exacerbations of COPD has conflicting results in the literature. Hence, we planned this study to assess the relationship between vitamin D3 levels and the risk of acute exacerbations among COPD patients in a tertiary care center in north ...
Source: Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease - March 4, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Ankit Lakra Balbir Singh Ashok Kumar Janmeja Vanita Sharma Arjun Kumar Source Type: research
Bone biochemistry in children with fractures presenting with non-accidental injury
CONCLUSION: No clear predictors of NAI are demonstrated on biochemistry alone in young children with fractures.PMID:38431992 | DOI:10.1016/j.chiabu.2024.106693 (Source: Child Abuse and Neglect)
Source: Child Abuse and Neglect - March 3, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Angela K Lucas-Herald Owen Forbes Heather McDonald Jane McNeilly Therese Bradley Daniel Wood Helen McDevitt James Houston Avril Mason Source Type: research
Bone biochemistry in children with fractures presenting with non-accidental injury
CONCLUSION: No clear predictors of NAI are demonstrated on biochemistry alone in young children with fractures.PMID:38431992 | DOI:10.1016/j.chiabu.2024.106693 (Source: Child Abuse and Neglect)
Source: Child Abuse and Neglect - March 3, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Angela K Lucas-Herald Owen Forbes Heather McDonald Jane McNeilly Therese Bradley Daniel Wood Helen McDevitt James Houston Avril Mason Source Type: research
Bone biochemistry in children with fractures presenting with non-accidental injury
CONCLUSION: No clear predictors of NAI are demonstrated on biochemistry alone in young children with fractures.PMID:38431992 | DOI:10.1016/j.chiabu.2024.106693 (Source: Child Abuse and Neglect)
Source: Child Abuse and Neglect - March 3, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Angela K Lucas-Herald Owen Forbes Heather McDonald Jane McNeilly Therese Bradley Daniel Wood Helen McDevitt James Houston Avril Mason Source Type: research
IDF23-0320 Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency in patients with type 2 diabetes in Qingdao, China
(Source: Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice)
Source: Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice - March 1, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: L. Zhang, Q. Zhang, Z. Liu, P. Yang Tags: Other Complications Source Type: research
Vitamin D levels in idiopathic inflammatory myopathy patients: a meta-analysis
CONCLUSION: This meta-analysis showed correlations between vitamin D level and IIM. The results indicated, VDD may be a risk factor for IIM, a determinant of immune dysregulation in IIM, or a consequence of IIM. Also, it implied further research to determine whether vitamin D supplementation is beneficial for patients with IIM.PMID:38420733 | DOI:10.1080/00325481.2024.2325335 (Source: Postgraduate Medicine)
Source: Postgraduate Medicine - February 29, 2024 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Anji Xiong Shifeng Zhou Can Liu Ziyi Hu Chuanmei Xie Xiaoli Zheng Xiongyan Luo Source Type: research
