Background: Metastasis is the primary cause of cancer deaths, warranting further investigation.This study assessed microRNA-153 (miR-153) expression in bladder cancer tissues and investigated the underlying molecular mechanism of miR-153-mediated regulation of bladder cancer cells.Methods: Paired tissue specimens from 45 bladder cancer patients wer
Oxidative stress plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease (CAD), with both beneficial and detrimental effects on cardiovascular health.On one hand, the excessive production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) contributes to endothelial dysfunction, inflammation, and vascular remodeling, which are central
The cranchiid Teuthowenia pellucida, like many deep-sea squid species, possesses large eyes that maximise light sensitivity in a nearly aphotic environment.To assess ontogenetic changes in the visual system, we conducted morphometric and histological analyses of the eyes using specimens from New Zealand collections.While the ratio between eye diame
Introduction: After posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF), trabecular bone remodeling (TBR) occurs in the vertebral body.This study aimed to investigate whether imaging findings obtained with PLIF are applicable to lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF).Methods: A total of 53 cases who underwent one- or two-level LLIF with polyether ether ketone