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Gut Microbiota Comparison in Rectal Swabs Versus Stool Samples in Cats with Kidney Stones

Microorganisms
To investigate the role of the intestinal bacterial microbiota in the pathogenesis of calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis in cats, a condition characterized by the formation of kidney stones, it is desirable to identify a sample collection method that ...
Patrick Joubran, Françoise A. Roux, Matteo Serino, Jack-Yves Deschamps   +3 more
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Bladder Stone Secondary to Migration of an Intrauterine Device: A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Intravesical migration of intrauterine devices (IUDs) is an uncommon complication that may lead to recurrent urinary tract infections, lower urinary tract symptoms, and bladder stone formation. Diagnosis requires high clinical suspicion and confirmation through imaging and cystoscopy.
Mario Arturo Martin‐Dorantes, Erick Antonio Rochel‐Perez, Michel Alfredo Bastarrachea‐Solis, Juan Pablo Flores‐Tapia, Ashley Yael Sotelo‐Casas, Nina Méndez‐Domínguez   +5 more
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Weaning from ketogenic diet therapy in children with epilepsy: Insights from a retrospective study

Epilepsia, Volume 67, Issue 4, Page 1817-1826, April 2026.
Abstract Objective This study was undertaken to describe weaning practices following ketogenic diet therapy (KDT) in children with epilepsy and to identify clinical factors associated with seizure exacerbation or antiseizure medication adjustments during or after weaning from KDT.
Noémie Donnard, Blandine Dozières‐Puyravel, Katia Geraldes, Céline Perrot, Virginie Quéméner, Estelle Goujon, Pierre Truchy, Hala Nasser, François‐Xavier Mauvais, Marion Danse, Stéphane Auvin   +10 more
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Evidence and Equity Gaps in Clinical Care of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia in Portugal: A Real‐World, Multicentre, Cohort Study

eJHaem, Volume 7, Issue 2, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Objectives Targeted therapies have markedly improved outcomes in chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL), particularly among patients with TP53 alterations and unmutated IGHV. However, real‐world studies report persistent inequalities in access to optimal care.
Susana Esteves, Inês Coelho, José Carda, Sara Duarte, Inês Carvalhais, Daniela Alves, Rita Coutinho, Maria Gomes da Silva   +7 more
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Comparative Efficacy of Metabolic/Bariatric Surgery Versus GLP‐1 Receptor Agonists: A Network Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Obesity, Volume 34, Issue 4, Page 770-781, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Objective This study compared the efficacy of metabolic/bariatric surgery (MBS) and GLP‐1 receptor agonists (GLP‐1 RAs), including dual GLP‐1/GIP analogues, for weight and metabolic outcomes in adults with obesity. Methods A network meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials compared MBS or GLP‐1 RAs versus lifestyle intervention in adults ...
Lucas Sabatella, Patricia M. Ortega, Víctor Valentí Azcárate, Fernando Rotellar Sastre, Adriana Uriz Pagola, Ahmed Ahmed, Sanjay Purkayastha, Carlota Tuero Ojanguren, Nuria Blanco Asensio, Manuel F. Landecho   +9 more
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Composition and Morphology of Nanocrystals in Urines of Lithogenic Patients and Healthy Persons

Bioinorganic Chemistry and Applications, 2009
The composition and morphology of nanocrystals in urines of healthy persons and lithogenic patients were comparatively investigated by means of X-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
Bao-Song Gui, Rong Xie, Xiu-Qiong Yao, Mei-Ru Li, Jian-Ming Ouyang   +4 more
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Urinary lithiasis and urinary tract malformations in children: A retrospective study of 34 cases

African Journal of Paediatric Surgery, 2011
Background: Although the association of urinary lithiasis and urinary tract malformation is not rare, their management poses challenges. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between urolithiasis and malformations of the urinary system ...
Jamila Chahed, Riadh Jouini, Imed Krichene, Kaies Maazoun, Mohamed Ben Brahim, Abdellatif Nouri   +5 more
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URINARY LITHIASIS IN INFANCY [PDF]

Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, 1913
At first thought, urinary stone and especially stone in the kidney is a subject pertaining to adult life. The discovery of the condition, especially of renal stone, in an infant or small child provokes an additional interest and concern owing as well to the tender age of the patient as to its comparative rarity of discovery before death.
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Beyond a Conduit: The Evolution of Functional Biliary Stents From Active Intervention to Enabling Platforms

iNew Medicine, Volume 2, Issue 1, March 2026.
This review traces the evolution of functional biliary stents, outlining the paradigm shift from “active intervention” strategies that target stent failure to next‐generation “enabling platforms.” These platforms leverage biodegradable materials, 3D/4D printing, and smart sensors to achieve personalized, regenerative, and theranostic solutions ...
Muhan Li, Xu Liu, Xin Ye, Zhixia Dong, Xinjian Wan   +4 more
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Primary hiperoxaluria diagnosed after kidney transplantation: report of 2 cases and literature review

Brazilian Journal of Nephrology
Primary hyperoxaluria (PH) is a very rare genetic disorder; it is characterized by total or partial deficiency of the enzymes related to the metabolism of glyoxylate, with an overproduction of calcium oxalate that is deposited in different organs, mainly
John Fredy Nieto Rios, Monica Zuluaga, Lina Maria Serna Higuita, Adriana Florez, Diana Carolina Bello-Marquez, Arbey Aristizábal, Catalina Ocampo Kohn, Gustavo Adolfo Zuluaga   +7 more
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