Spine
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Retrospective cohort study. ⋯ The 10 Coins Test allows for the quantitative evaluation of complex movements. It is convenient and highly useful for assessing upper limb function in patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy.
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This research utilized bioinformatics and in vitro modeling to assess the effects of mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles (MSC-EVs) containing specific microRNAs (miRNAs) on the autophagy and degeneration of nucleus pulposus (NP) cells in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD). ⋯ MSC-EVs carrying specific miRNAs can effectively modulate gene expression, reduce degenerative processes, and promote cellular proliferation in IDD, indicating a promising therapeutic strategy for treating IDD and potentially other degenerative diseases. Further investigations are warranted to explore MSC-EV applications in regenerative medicine.
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Multicenter Study
Imaging Characteristics of Non-Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With Retro-Odontoid Pseudotumor: A Multicenter Case-Control Study.
Multicenter case-control study. ⋯ The development of ROP was associated with degeneration of facet joints and intervertebral disks in the middle and lower cervical spine. Our findings suggest that decreased mobility of the middle and lower cervical spine may cause instability in the upper cervical spine, leading to the formation of ROP.
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Psychometric study. ⋯ The YouthBAQ is a quick and easily understood measure of function with good validity and reliability in adolescents with LBP. The YouthBAQ is a more appropriate measure of functional ability than the ODI or MFS in this population.