Liver biochemical abnormalities have been reported in nearly half of patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection. The study aimed to determine the prevalence of altered liver biomarkers (alanine transaminase—ALT, aspartate aminotransferase—AST, lactate dehydrogenase—LDH, gamma-glutamyl transferase—GGT, and albumin) in COVID-19 patien...

By Aleksandar Rankovic, Vladimir Petrovic, Maja Cvetanovic, Milica Cosic Petkovic, Lidija Popovic Dragonjic, Jelena Spasic, Goran Radenković, Braca Kundalić, Nikola Milenkovic

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the development of several types of vaccines, among which messenger RNA (mRNA)-based vaccines have represented a significant breakthrough. This study aimed to evaluate attitudes towards COVID-19 and seasonal influenza vaccination among the general population and individuals with a medical background. A questionnaire...

By Katarina Petković, Dušanka Krajnović, Andijana Milošević-Georgijev, Brankica Filipić, Andjela Marinković, Valentina Marinković

Aronia melanocarpa (chokeberry, aronia) is rich in polyphenols and associated with vascular protective effects; however, comparative data on different aronia-derived products and their mechanisms remain limited. This study aimed to compare the vasorelaxant effects of aronia berry extract (AE), aronia waste extract (AWE), and aronia juice (AJ), and ...

By Milica Milutinović, Suzana Branković, Nada Ćujić Nikolić, Katarina Šavikin, Milica Randjelović, Bojana Miladinović, Dušanka Kitić

Tooth loss is a significant global issue, particularly among the elderly, as it impairs essential stomatognathic functions like chewing, swallowing, speech, and aesthetics. Edentulism can also affect nutrition, overall health, and quality of life, leading to functional, psychological, and social challenges. This research aimed to determine whether ...

By Anika Ćuković, Danimir Jevremović, Maja Pavlović, Michal Potran, Ana Jevremović

Temporomandibular disorders are a common problem in everyday dental practice. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of signs and symptoms of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) in the young Serbian population. The study comprised 500 participants between 18 and 25 years of age from various regions of Serbia. Among this sample, 325 persons were...

By Slobodan Dodić, Vladimir Sinobad, Srdjan D. Poštić

Body composition is strongly influenced by physical activity and dietary habits. Male students enrolled in Physical Education and Sport programs represent a distinct population because their curricula include systematic physical activity that directly affects physiological characteristics. This study aimed to establish a representative body composi...

By Valentin Leuciuc Florin, Elena Vizitiu Lakhdari, Dragoș Paul Florian, Vlad Teodor Grosu, Tatiana Dobrescu, Dalila Preljević, Saša Bubanj

Halogenated boroxine is an important enzyme inhibitor with potential applications in cancer therapy. This study aimed to evaluate its effects on hematological parameters in rats in vivo and creatine kinase activity in vitro. Halogenated boroxine, administered either intraperitoneally (IP) or orally, induced route-dependent changes in hematological ...

By Safija Herenda, Elma Hasković, Muhamed Fočak, Alem Bekan, Sabina Prevljak, Nenad Vanis, Mirza Halimić, Alen Džubur, Edhem Hasković

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the standard treatment for gallbladder disease; the carbon dioxide pneumoperitoneum required for the procedure may transiently affect liver function. The aim is to examine the evaluation of the impact of different levels of intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) and ASA score on postoperative liver biochemical parameters. A ...

By Mladen Kasalović, Gojko Igrutinović, Saša Dimić, Nikola Miljković, Aleksandar Jakovljević, Zlatan Elek, Marija Milanović

Anoctamin-1 (ANO1, TMEM16A), a transmembrane protein belonging to the ANO family, plays a role in the formation of calcium-activated chloride channels (CaCCs). It is involved in the regulation of physiological processes, including muscle contraction, gastrointestinal motility, secretion, and electrical excitability. Also, recent data suggest that A...

By Vladimir Petrovic, Aleksandra Veličkov, Marko Jović, Julija Radenković, Braca Kundalić, Dušan Miljković, Vukota Radovanović, Goran Radenković

The quality and number of remaining teeth, bone quality, feasibility of dental implant treatment, condition of the supporting tissues, and the patient's financial condition must be considered when planning prosthetic rehabilitation for partially edentulous patients. Herein, we report the prosthetic rehabilitation of a 59-year-old man with a unilate...

By Srdjan D. Poštić