Vol. 3 (2026)

Articles

2 articles

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  A translational mathematical model linking systemic biomarkers to disease recurrence in diabetic macular edema: a proof-of-concept analysis

  Tan Aik Kah

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.131

  • 386 abstract views
  • 310 PDF
  • 216 Appendix A
  • 206 Appendix B
  • 170 Appendix C
  • 131 Appendix D

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  Exercise pain and alexithymia: exploring the relationship

  Maria Matsangidou, Jakob W.C. Yianni, Alexis R. Mauger

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.128

  • 313 abstract views
  • 725 PDF

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Theoretical Articles

4 articles

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  A conceptual framework and proposed adverse outcome pathway for micro- and nanoplastics accumulation and neurovascular toxicity in the human retina

  Tan Aik Kah

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.220

  • 100 abstract views
  • 29 PDF

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  Virtual reality-induced dopamine reward hypothesis for opioid addiction

  Sarah Katz

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.212

  • 116 abstract views
  • 117 PDF

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  The retinal age gap-particulate hypothesis: environmental exposure as a latent contributor to deep learning-based retinal age prediction

  Tan Aik Kah

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.207

  • 222 abstract views
  • 160 PDF

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  Virtual reality as a treatment for acute antiemetic-induced akathisia

  Sarah Katz

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.144

  • 213 abstract views
  • 505 PDF

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Reviews

13 articles

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  Otolaryngologic-cutaneous associations, mechanisms, and diagnostic distinctions: a narrative review

  Rahib K. Islam, Ahmed I. Anwar, Victoria T. Tong, Yasmeen Magharehabed, Michael P. Simons, Cara D. Ramos, Jacob Hagen, Jordan Book, Kelly R. Sala, Brennan Hagan, Alexis Draper, Lacey M. Falgout, Jonathan M. Joseph, Collins T. Langley, Kazi N. Islam, Alan D. Kaye

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.213

  • 13 abstract views
  • 2 PDF

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  ‘Scromiting’ and compulsive hot showering in cannabis users

  Robert B. Raffa, Joseph V. Pergolizzi, Jr., Frank J. Breve, Eugene Vortsman

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.215

  • 69 abstract views
  • 54 PDF

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  Opioids as part of responsible pain management: a global crisis of extremes

  Frank J. Breve, Giustino Varrassi, Joseph V. Pergolizzi, Jr., Robert B. Raffa

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.210

  • 103 abstract views
  • 102 PDF

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  Gallbladder and common bile duct actinomycosis: a comprehensive systematic review of literature

  Shewaz Tariq Latif, Berun A. Abdulla, Suhaib H. Kakamad, Sasan M. Ahmed, Dahat A. Hussein, Dilan Hikmat, Shvan H. Mohammed

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.208

  • 179 abstract views
  • 90 PDF
  • 44 Supplementary

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  Publishing practices in non-recommended journals in thoracic field - implications for scientific integrity

  Fahmi H. Kakamad, Berun A. Abdulla, Farman J. Ahmed, Dana HB. Mohammed Saeed, Harem K. Ahmed, Yousif M. Mahmood, Shvan H. Mohammed, Hiwa O. Abdullah, Meer M. Abdulkarim, Hawkar A. Nasralla, Ayman M. Mustafa, Kaiwan Talib Saeed

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.209

  • 184 abstract views
  • 93 PDF

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  Clinical translational nephrology in global primary care: bridging innovation, prevention, and equity

  Syed Shahmeer Raza, Mariana Amer, Abid Nawaz Khan Adil, Giustino Varrassi

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.211

  • 110 abstract views
  • 108 PDF

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  Microbial signatures of pain: the microbiome-immune-neural axis in pain chronification

  Matteo Luigi Giuseppe Leoni, Y Van Tran, Phong Van Pham, Dariusz Myrcik, Annalisa Caruso, Ameen Abdulhasan Al Alwany, Giacomo Farì, Giustino Varrassi

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.134

  • 188 abstract views
  • 109 PDF

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  EEG-CBF integration in calf slaughter neurophysiology: a narrative review

  Y Van Tran, Phong Van Pham, Ameen A. Al Alwany, Dariusz Myrcik, Giacomo Farì, Nicola Cimini, Matteo Luigi Giuseppe Leoni, Giustino Varrassi

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.140

  • 287 abstract views
  • 248 PDF
  • 51 Supplementary

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  Artificial intelligence applications for wound management in nursing palliative care: a narrative review

  Daniela Nigrelli, Marika Lo Monaco, Mariachiara Figura, Angela Peghetti, Laura Iacorossi, Roberto Latina , Giuliano Anastasi

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.136

  • 279 abstract views
  • 189 PDF

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  Enhancing rigor in narrative reviews: protocol for the validation of a structured narrative review framework via Delphi consensus

  Matteo Luigi Giuseppe Leoni, Y Van Tran, Van Phong Pham, Giustino Varrassi

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.142

  • 376 abstract views
  • 263 PDF

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  Reframing chronic pain through the microbiota-gut-brain axis: from mechanisms to clinical meaning

  Kakhaber Chelidze, Matteo Luigi Giuseppe Leoni, Dariusz Myrcik, Y Van Tran, Phong Van Pham, Giustino Varrassi

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.139

  • 460 abstract views
  • 353 PDF
  • 93 Supplementary

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  Therapeutic target for reversal of overdose-induced respiratory depression: BK channels in the carotid body

  Robert B. Raffa

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.135

  • 248 abstract views
  • 255 PDF

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  Hold my paw: the unseen exchange in our homes and its impact on health

  Alberto Corriero, Mariateresa Giglio, Lou’i Al-Husinat, Pham Van Phong, Y Van Tran, Giustino Varrassi, Filomena Puntillo

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.133

  • 283 abstract views
  • 264 PDF

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Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis

1 article

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  Physiotherapeutic management of primary dysmenorrhea for adolescent students: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  Wanbie Wan Yu Tsang, Alkisti Giannaki, Hassouna Mohamed

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.129

  • 565 abstract views
  • 870 PDF
  • 143 Supplementary

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Commentary

2 articles

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  Anorectal examination can be crucial in classifying spinal cord injuries, but there is much more to explore - it is one piece of the puzzle, but not the entire puzzle

  Alfredo A. Lopes, Augusta Silva, João Luz

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.141

  • 191 abstract views
  • 199 PDF

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  Postoperative respiratory depression and pulmonary complications: serious but underappreciated

  Joseph V. Pergolizzi, Jr., Giustino Varrassi, Robert B. Raffa

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.132

  • 516 abstract views
  • 200 PDF

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Editorials

1 article

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  From symptom control to biological restoration: the expanding role of microfragmented adipose tissue in pain and regenerative medicine

  Giustino Varrassi, Pierfrancesco Dauri

  DOI https://doi.org/10.4081/ahr.2026.143

  • 245 abstract views
  • 216 PDF

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