Authors: Jean-Eric Blatteau, Alf O. Brubakk, Emmanuel Gempp, Olivier Castagna, Jean-Jacques Risso, Nicolas Vallée DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0060639 Abstract Summary Contrary to expectations, sildenafil (Viagra) worsened decompression sickness in rats. While nitric oxide-releasing agents show promise...
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Authors: Xiaohua Pei, Wanyuan Yang, Shengnan Wang, Bei Zhu, Jianqing Wu, Jin Zhu, Weihong Zhao DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0057852 Abstract Summary Researchers successfully improved three kidney function equations for Chinese patients using mathematical algorithms. The modified...
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Authors: Hassan Khan, Ather M. Taqui, Muhammad Rizwanulhaq Khawaja, Zafar Fatmi DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0000632 Abstract Summary Problem-based learning (PBL) may better prepare medical students for research careers than traditional lectures. A study of 150 Pakistani...
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Authors: Amanda Wilson, Billie Bonevski, Alison Jones, David Henry DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0004831 Abstract Summary Australian media analysis of 1,230 health stories (2004-2008) reveals persistent quality gaps in medical reporting. Broadsheet newspapers scored highest (58% satisfactory),...
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Authors: Mardjaneh Karbalaei Sadegh, Mari Ekman, Catarina Rippe, Bengt Uvelius, Karl Swärd, Sebastian Albinsson DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0035882 Abstract Summary MicroRNAs regulate bladder smooth muscle function, impacting urination patterns. Researchers used Dicer knockout mice with reduced...
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