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Using multi-trait polygenic scores to predict lithium responsiveness in patients with bipolar disorder

Background The predictive power of polygenic scores (PGSs) for lithium treatment response in bipolar disorder remains limited. Aims To enhance the prediction of lithium responsiveness by developing a multi-trait PGS (mt-PGS) combining genetic information from multiple phenotypes...

Sexual Health in Psychiatry: Bridging the Communication Gap and Training Needs between Patients and Clinicians – A Cross-Sectional Exploratory Pilot Study

Sexual health is integral to mental well-being, yet it remains under-addressed in psychiatric care. Mental disorders and psychotropic medications can cause sexual dysfunctions. Despite its clinical relevance, sexual health is often not routinely assessed or discussed in psychiatr...

Surgical anatomy, biomechanics and clinical outcomes of latissimus dorsi transfer for irreparable rotator cuff tears: a review

BACKGROUND: Latissimus dorsi transfer is a well-established joint-preserving option for irreparable rotator cuff tears in young, active patients without glenohumeral arthritis. Originally described by Gerber in 1988 for posterosuperior tears, indications now also include anterosu...

Do not smile when acquiring consumer selfies for multi-attribute skin profiling and baseline deep learning evaluation

Abstract The increasing demand for personalized skincare solutions highlights a significant gap: many consumers struggle to find suitable products without professional guidance. While the commercial potential for tailored product recommendations is vast, a key challenge remains t...