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In the past two decades, major breakthroughs that improve our understanding of the pathophysiology and therapy of kidney stones (KS) have been lacking. The disease continues to be challenging for patients, physicians, and healthcare systems alike.
Kyriaki Stamatelou, D. Goldfarb
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Abstract The stoned proteins, stoned A (STNA) and stoned B (STNB), are essential for normal vesicle trafficking in Drosophila melanogaster neurons, and deletion of the stoned locus is lethal. Although there is a growing body of research aimed at defining the roles of these proteins, particularly for STNB where homologues have now been identified in all
A Marie, Phillips +2 more
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The essay poses a question about the cultural representation of mountains and minerals in the Islamic tradition. Drawing on the most basic resource of the Qur’anic text, it observes that stones, mountains and other elements of the subterranean world ...
Jakub Koláček
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Context: Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) has inferior results in the lower calyceal stones, especially in obese patients. Aims: This study aimed at evaluating of the efficacy of extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy, with modified position of
Mohamed Abou-Farha +4 more
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Flying Roadside Stones—a Deadly Risk in a Crash
The crash of a coach with 58 occupants at 100 kmph revealed the danger of covering ditch areas with sharp stones 5–20 cm in size. Stones and dirt were sprayed into the coach compartment resulting in serious injuries and death.
Ulf Björnstig, Johanna Björnstig
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In the current study, the mechanistic understanding of the adsorption isotherm and thermodynamic aspects of cationic methylene blue (MB) dye adsorption onto cellulosic olive stones biomass from wastewater were investigated.
M. Al‐Ghouti, Rana S. Al-Absi
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Risk of Kidney Stones: Influence of Dietary Factors, Dietary Patterns, and Vegetarian–Vegan Diets
Nephrolithiasis is a common medical condition influenced by multiple environmental factors, including diet. Since nutritional habits play a relevant role in the genesis and recurrence of kidney stones disease, dietary manipulation has become a ...
P. M. Ferraro +3 more
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Hydroacoustic Mapping of Geogenic Hard Substrates: Challenges and Review of German Approaches
Subtidal hard substrate habitats are unique habitats in the marine environment. They provide crucial ecosystem services that are socially relevant, such as water clearance or as nursery space for fishes.
Svenja Papenmeier +3 more
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Flexible ureteroscopy and laser lithotripsy for renal stones 2 cm or greater
With improvements in endoscopy and laser technology, flexible ureteroscopy (FURS) has been a viable treatment option for large renal stones. Here, we share our experience of the FURS treatment for renal stones 2 cm or greater.
Jian-sheng Huang +5 more
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