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  1. Article ; Online: Placental metastasis from maternal NUT carcinoma: diagnostic pitfalls and challenges.

    Lai, Jonathan K / Panasci, Lawrence / Patey, Natalie Gabrielle / Wang, Hangjun

    BMJ case reports

    2024  Volume 17, Issue 4

    Abstract: We report a young pregnant woman with large midline thoracic mass and markedly elevated serum alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels. Initially suspected as a germ cell tumour (GCT) due to age, site, and high AFP levels, a biopsy unveiled a high-grade malignant ... ...

    Abstract We report a young pregnant woman with large midline thoracic mass and markedly elevated serum alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels. Initially suspected as a germ cell tumour (GCT) due to age, site, and high AFP levels, a biopsy unveiled a high-grade malignant tumour characterised by undifferentiated monotonous cells. Although tumour cells exhibited positive AFP, the overall immunoprofile did not provide additional evidence to support GCT. Further work-up showed positive for NUT (nuclear protein in testis) immunostaining and the presence of BRD4-NUT1 fusion, confirming the diagnosis of NUT carcinoma. On radiology, there were extensive metastases to lungs, liver, vertebrae, and placenta. Despite aggressive chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy, she did not respond to the therapies. Fortunately, her child was not affected by the carcinoma. This is the first case highlighting that thoracic lung primary NUT carcinoma can spread to the placenta and manifest with elevated serum AFP levels, potentially leading to misdiagnosis as GCT both clinically and pathologically.
    MeSH term(s) Female ; Humans ; Pregnancy ; alpha-Fetoproteins/metabolism ; Bromodomain Containing Proteins ; Carcinoma/pathology ; Cell Cycle Proteins ; Nuclear Proteins ; Placenta/pathology ; Transcription Factors
    Chemical Substances alpha-Fetoproteins ; BRD4 protein, human ; Bromodomain Containing Proteins ; Cell Cycle Proteins ; Nuclear Proteins ; Transcription Factors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-02
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1757-790X
    ISSN (online) 1757-790X
    DOI 10.1136/bcr-2023-259538
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  2. Article ; Online: Efficacy of Resisted Sled Sprint Training Compared With Unresisted Sprint Training on Acceleration and Sprint Performance in Rugby Players: An 8-Week Randomized Controlled Trial.

    Panascì, Marco / Di Gennaro, Simone / Ferrando, Vittoria / Filipas, Luca / Ruggeri, Piero / Faelli, Emanuela

    International journal of sports physiology and performance

    2023  Volume 18, Issue 10, Page(s) 1189–1195

    Abstract: Purpose: To compare the effects between resisted sled sprint training (RSS) and unresisted sprint training (URS) on sprint and acceleration performance, vertical jump, and maximal strength during an 8-week period of preseason training.: Methods: ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To compare the effects between resisted sled sprint training (RSS) and unresisted sprint training (URS) on sprint and acceleration performance, vertical jump, and maximal strength during an 8-week period of preseason training.
    Methods: Twenty-six recreational active rugby players were randomly divided into either RSS or URS training groups and then performed 8 weeks of training, 2 sessions/wk of sprint-specific training program. The RSS group performed sprints by towing a sled overloaded with 12.6% of body mass for 2 of the 3 sets of 3 × 20-m sprints, plus one set was carried out with unresisted modality. The URS groups performed 3 sets of 3 × 20-m unresisted sprints. The measures of 10- and 30-m sprint times, vertical jump, and 3-repetition-maximum (3-RM) squat tests were performed at baseline and after 8 weeks.
    Results: Ten- and 30-m sprint times (P < .05 and ηp2>.44) improved significantly more in RSS than in URS. Both groups improved significantly in vertical jump and 3-RM squat tests; however, no significant differences (P > .1 and ηp2<.11) between groups were found.
    Conclusions: Our findings indicate that an 8-week program of RSS is more effective than URS for enhancing sprint time performance in male recreational active rugby players. In addition, these data suggest that a sled overload corresponding to 12.6% of body mass can induce positive effects on both acceleration and speed performance in recreational active rugby players.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Running ; Resistance Training ; Rugby ; Athletic Performance ; Acceleration
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Randomized Controlled Trial ; Journal Article
    ISSN 1555-0273
    ISSN (online) 1555-0273
    DOI 10.1123/ijspp.2023-0103
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  3. Article ; Online: PARP Inhibition Sensitizes Breast Cancer Cells to Eribulin.

    Sharif-Askari, Bahram / Panasci, Lawrence / Aloyz, Raquel

    Frontiers in bioscience (Landmark edition)

    2023  Volume 28, Issue 3, Page(s) 52

    Abstract: Background: Poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases 1 and 2 (PARP1, 2), and 3 mediate protein modifications that facilitate the recruitment of DNA repair factors to single and double strand breaks. PARP3 is unique in that it is also required for efficient mitotic ... ...

    Abstract Background: Poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases 1 and 2 (PARP1, 2), and 3 mediate protein modifications that facilitate the recruitment of DNA repair factors to single and double strand breaks. PARP3 is unique in that it is also required for efficient mitotic progression and stabilization of the mitotic spindle. Eribulin, an anti-microtubule agent used clinically to treat breast cancer, exerts its cytotoxicity by altering microtubule dynamics resulting in cell cycle arrest and apoptosis. Herein, we hypothesize that the pan PARP inhibitor olaparib has the potential to enhance the cytotoxicity of eribulin by halting mitosis through inhibition of PARP3.
    Methods: The effect of olaparib on eribulin cytotoxicity was assessed using the Sulforhodamine (SRB) assay, with two triple negative breast cancer cell lines and an estrogen receptor positive (ER+)/human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 negative (HER2-) breast cancer cell line. Alteration by the treatments on PARP3 activity and microtubule dynamics were assessed utilizing a chemiluminescent enzymatic assay and immunofluorescence, respectively. The effect of the treatments on cell cycle progression and apoptosis induction were assessed by flow cytometry using propidium iodide and Annexin V staining, respectively.
    Results: Our results demonstrate that non-cytotoxic concentrations of olaparib sensitize breast cancer cells regardless of ER status. Mechanistically, our results indicate that olaparib potentiates eribulin-induced cell cycle arrest at the G2/M boundary, PARP3 inhibition and microtubule destabilizing resulting in mitotic catastrophe and apoptosis.
    Conclusions: In breast cancer (regardless of ER status) settings, treatment outcomes could be improved by the incorporation of olaparib in eribulin treatment regimens.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Female ; Poly(ADP-ribose) Polymerase Inhibitors/pharmacology ; Poly(ADP-ribose) Polymerase Inhibitors/therapeutic use ; Breast Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Breast Neoplasms/genetics ; Cell Line, Tumor ; Antineoplastic Agents/pharmacology ; Antineoplastic Agents/therapeutic use
    Chemical Substances Poly(ADP-ribose) Polymerase Inhibitors ; eribulin (LR24G6354G) ; Antineoplastic Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-01
    Publishing country Singapore
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2704569-9
    ISSN 2768-6698 ; 2768-6698
    ISSN (online) 2768-6698
    ISSN 2768-6698
    DOI 10.31083/j.fbl2803052
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  4. Article ; Online: Shuttle Running Within a Small-Sided Game: Effects on Internal and External Workloads, in Young Elite Soccer Players.

    Panascì, Marco / Ferrando, Vittoria / Bisio, Ambra / Filipas, Luca / Ruggeri, Piero / Faelli, Emanuela

    International journal of sports physiology and performance

    2022  , Page(s) 1–8

    Abstract: Purpose: To compare the effects of 2 small-sided games (SSGs), shuttle running within the bout (SSG-S) versus possession play only (SSG-P) on acute physiological and metabolic responses, perception of effort, and performance.: Methods: Ten young ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To compare the effects of 2 small-sided games (SSGs), shuttle running within the bout (SSG-S) versus possession play only (SSG-P) on acute physiological and metabolic responses, perception of effort, and performance.
    Methods: Ten young elite male soccer players (age 18.6 [1.9] y) performed two 5vs5 SSG formats (SSG-S and SSG-P) consisting of 4 × 4 minutes with 1 minute of passive recovery between bouts, 2 times each, once a week, and in a randomized order. Heart rate, blood lactate concentration, and rating of perceived exertion were assessed as indices of internal workload. Total and relative distances, distance at moderate and high speed, distances traveled in accelerations (≥2 m·s-2) and decelerations (≤-2 m·s-2; DDEC), and average metabolic power were chosen as indices of external workload and collected with a 10-Hz portable global positioning system device.
    Results: Total distance, distances traveled in acceleration, distances traveled in deceleration, average metabolic power (always P < .01 and g > 1.62-large effect), and distance at moderate speed (P = .03 and g = 0.84-large effect) were significantly higher in SSG-S than in SSG-P. Moreover, the SSG-S showed higher blood lactate concentration (P = .0001, g = 12.58-large effect) and rating of perceived exertion (P = .03, g = 1.14-large effect) values than SSG-P. No significant differences in peak heart rate, relative distance, and distance at high speed were found.
    Conclusions: Our study showed, in young competitive male soccer players, the effectiveness of an SSG format that includes shuttle running within each bout in the development of more relevant internal and external workloads. These experimental data should encourage coaches to use this new SSG regimen within the traditional weekly training program.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-12-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1555-0273
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    DOI 10.1123/ijspp.2022-0203
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  5. Article ; Online: High-Intensity Interval Training for Rowing: Acute Responses in National-Level Adolescent Males.

    Faelli, Emanuela / Panascì, Marco / Ferrando, Vittoria / Codella, Roberto / Bisio, Ambra / Ruggeri, Piero

    International journal of environmental research and public health

    2022  Volume 19, Issue 13

    Abstract: ... HIIT testing sessions: short (S-HIIT) and long (L-HIIT). In S-HIIT, the rowers performed 25 reps of 30 ... s at 100% power at VO2max (Pmax) interspersed with 30 s at P@20% Pmax; whereas in L-HIIT, the rowers ... concentration and heart rate (always p < 0.0001) were significantly higher in L-HIIT than in S-HIIT ...

    Abstract Background: This study investigated the acute effects of two high-intensity interval training (HIIT) programs on physiological responses and internal workload. Methods: Ten national-level adolescent male rowers (age: 15.7 ± 0.2 years; maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max): 60.11 ± 1.91 mL∙kg−1∙min−1) performed two HIIT testing sessions: short (S-HIIT) and long (L-HIIT). In S-HIIT, the rowers performed 25 reps of 30 s at 100% power at VO2max (Pmax) interspersed with 30 s at P@20% Pmax; whereas in L-HIIT, the rowers executed 4 × 4 min at P@90% Pmax interspersed with 3 min of active recovery (P@30% Pmax). Results: The acute physiological responses and internal workload were evaluated. The significance level was set at p < 0.05. Oxygen uptake (VO2) (p < 0.05), time spent per session at ~90% VO2max (p < 0.01), total VO2 consumed (p < 0.01), total distance (p < 0.001), the rating of perceived exertion, blood lactate concentration and heart rate (always p < 0.0001) were significantly higher in L-HIIT than in S-HIIT. However, peak power output was significantly lower in L-HIIT compared to S-HIIT (p < 0.0001). Conclusion: In adolescent rowers, both HIIT tests stimulated aerobic and anaerobic systems. The L-HIIT test was associated with acute cardiorespiratory and metabolic responses, as well as higher perceptions of effort than the S-HIIT test. In adolescent rowers, HIIT emerges as an asset and could be introduced into a traditional in-season, moderate-intensity and endurance-based rowing program once a week.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Heart Rate/physiology ; High-Intensity Interval Training ; Humans ; Male ; Oxygen/metabolism ; Oxygen Consumption/physiology ; Water Sports
    Chemical Substances Oxygen (S88TT14065)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-02
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2175195-X
    ISSN 1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
    ISSN (online) 1660-4601
    ISSN 1661-7827
    DOI 10.3390/ijerph19138132
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  6. Article ; Online: The Effect of Static and Dynamic Stretching during Warm-Up on Running Economy and Perception of Effort in Recreational Endurance Runners.

    Faelli, Emanuela / Panascì, Marco / Ferrando, Vittoria / Bisio, Ambra / Filipas, Luca / Ruggeri, Piero / Bove, Marco

    International journal of environmental research and public health

    2021  Volume 18, Issue 16

    Abstract: This randomized crossover counterbalanced study investigated, in recreational runners, the acute effects of pre-exercise stretching on physiological and metabolic responses, endurance performance, and perception of effort. Eight male endurance runners ( ... ...

    Abstract This randomized crossover counterbalanced study investigated, in recreational runners, the acute effects of pre-exercise stretching on physiological and metabolic responses, endurance performance, and perception of effort. Eight male endurance runners (age 36 ± 11 years) performed three running-until-exhaustion tests, preceded by three warm-ups, including the following different stretching protocols: static (SS), dynamic (DS), and no-stretching (NS). During the SS and DS sessions, the warm-up consisted of 10 min of running plus 5 min of SS or DS, respectively, while during the NS session, the warm-up consisted of 15 min of running. Physiological and metabolic responses, and endurance running performance parameters, were evaluated. The perception of effort was derived from the rating of perceived exertion (RPE). Running economy significantly improved after SS (
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Cross-Over Studies ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Muscle Stretching Exercises ; Nutritional Status ; Perception ; Physical Endurance ; Random Allocation ; Warm-Up Exercise
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    Publishing date 2021-08-08
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2175195-X
    ISSN 1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
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  7. Article ; Online: High-Intensity Interval Training for Rowing

    Emanuela Faelli / Marco Panascì / Vittoria Ferrando / Roberto Codella / Ambra Bisio / Piero Ruggeri

    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol 19, Iss 8132, p

    Acute Responses in National-Level Adolescent Males

    2022  Volume 8132

    Abstract: ... performed two HIIT testing sessions: short (S-HIIT) and long (L-HIIT). In S-HIIT, the rowers performed 25 ... reps of 30 s at 100% power at VO 2 max (Pmax) interspersed with 30 s at P@20% Pmax; whereas in L-HIIT ... lactate concentration and heart rate (always p < 0.0001) were significantly higher in L-HIIT than in S ...

    Abstract Background: This study investigated the acute effects of two high-intensity interval training (HIIT) programs on physiological responses and internal workload. Methods: Ten national-level adolescent male rowers (age: 15.7 ± 0.2 years; maximal oxygen uptake (VO 2 max): 60.11 ± 1.91 mL∙kg −1 ∙min −1 ) performed two HIIT testing sessions: short (S-HIIT) and long (L-HIIT). In S-HIIT, the rowers performed 25 reps of 30 s at 100% power at VO 2 max (Pmax) interspersed with 30 s at P@20% Pmax; whereas in L-HIIT, the rowers executed 4 × 4 min at P@90% Pmax interspersed with 3 min of active recovery (P@30% Pmax). Results: The acute physiological responses and internal workload were evaluated. The significance level was set at p < 0.05. Oxygen uptake (VO 2 ) ( p < 0.05), time spent per session at ~90% VO 2 max ( p < 0.01), total VO 2 consumed ( p < 0.01), total distance ( p < 0.001), the rating of perceived exertion, blood lactate concentration and heart rate (always p < 0.0001) were significantly higher in L-HIIT than in S-HIIT. However, peak power output was significantly lower in L-HIIT compared to S-HIIT ( p < 0.0001). Conclusion: In adolescent rowers, both HIIT tests stimulated aerobic and anaerobic systems. The L-HIIT test was associated with acute cardiorespiratory and metabolic responses, as well as higher perceptions of effort than the S-HIIT test. In adolescent rowers, HIIT emerges as an asset and could be introduced into a traditional in-season, moderate-intensity and endurance-based rowing program once a week.
    Keywords HIIT ; rowing ; workload ; adolescent ; RPE ; Medicine ; R
    Subject code 796
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher MDPI AG
    Document type Article ; Online
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  8. Article ; Online: Not Breathing During the Approach Phase Ameliorates Freestyle Turn Performance in Prepubertal Swimmers.

    Faelli, Emanuela / Strassera, Laura / Ottobrini, Sara / Ferrando, Vittoria / Bisio, Ambra / Puce, Luca / Panascì, Marco / Lagorio, Cesare / Ruggeri, Piero / Bove, Marco

    Frontiers in sports and active living

    2021  Volume 3, Page(s) 731953

    Abstract: This study compared the effects of two breathing conditions during the freestyle turn approach phase in swimmers. Thirty-four prepubertal swimmers (mean ± SD: 10.59 ± 0.97 years) were divided into two groups: No Breath (NB), not breathing at the last ... ...

    Abstract This study compared the effects of two breathing conditions during the freestyle turn approach phase in swimmers. Thirty-four prepubertal swimmers (mean ± SD: 10.59 ± 0.97 years) were divided into two groups: No Breath (NB), not breathing at the last stroke, and Breath Stroke (BS). Swimmers performed three turns with 5 min of rest between the repetitions. Kinematic parameters were recorded with two underwater and two surface cameras. Total turn time (NB: 9.31 ± 1.34 s; BS: 10.31 ± 1.80 s;
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-10-05
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2624-9367
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    DOI 10.3389/fspor.2021.731953
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  9. Article ; Online: Effects of Bilateral Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex High-Definition Transcranial Direct-Current Stimulation on Physiological and Performance Responses at Severe-Intensity Exercise Domain in Elite Road Cyclists.

    Gallo, Gabriele / Geda, Elisabetta / Codella, Roberto / Faelli, Emanuela / Panascì, Marco / Ranieri, Luis Eduardo / Pollastri, Luca / Brighenti, Stefania / Molino, Luigi / Riba, Ugo / Luzi, Livio / Ruggeri, Piero / Filipas, Luca

    International journal of sports physiology and performance

    2022  Volume 17, Issue 7, Page(s) 1085–1093

    Abstract: Purpose: To investigate the effects of bilateral dorsolateral prefrontal cortex high-definition transcranial direct-current stimulation (HD-tDCS) on physiological and performance responses during exercise at the upper limit of the severe-intensity ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To investigate the effects of bilateral dorsolateral prefrontal cortex high-definition transcranial direct-current stimulation (HD-tDCS) on physiological and performance responses during exercise at the upper limit of the severe-intensity exercise domain in elite-level road cyclists.
    Methods: Eleven elite-level road cyclists (VO2peak: 71.8 [3.1] mL·kg-1·min-1) underwent the HD-tDCS or SHAM condition in a double-blind, counterbalanced, and randomized order. After 20 minutes of receiving either HD-tDCS on dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3 and F4) or SHAM stimulation, participants completed a 10-minute constant-load trial (CLT1) at 90% of the first ventilatory threshold and a 2-minute CLT (CLT2) at peak power output. Thereafter, they performed a simulated 2-km time trial (TT). Maximal oxygen uptake, respiratory exchange ratio, heart rate, and rating of perceived exertion were recorded during CLT1 and CLT2, whereas performance parameters were recorded during the TT.
    Results: In 6 out of 11 cyclists, the total time to complete the TT was 3.0% faster in HD-tDCS compared to SHAM. Physiological and perceptual variables measured during CLT1 and CLT2 did not change between HD-tDCS and SHAM.
    Conclusions: HD-tDCS over the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex seemed to improve cycling TT performance within the upper limit of the severe-intensity exercise domain, suggesting that an upregulation of the prefrontal cortex could be critical even in this exercise intensity domain. However, the limited dimension and the high interindividual variability require further studies to test these putative ergogenic effects.
    MeSH term(s) Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex ; Double-Blind Method ; Exercise/physiology ; Humans ; Prefrontal Cortex/physiology ; Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-04-21
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Randomized Controlled Trial
    ISSN 1555-0273
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    DOI 10.1123/ijspp.2022-0019
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  10. Article ; Online: The Effect of Verbal Encouragement on Performance and Muscle Fatigue in Swimming.

    Puce, Luca / Trompetto, Carlo / Currà, Antonio / Marinelli, Lucio / Mori, Laura / Panascì, Marco / Cotellessa, Filippo / Biz, Carlo / Bragazzi, Nicola Luigi / Ruggieri, Pietro

    Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

    2022  Volume 58, Issue 12

    Abstract: Background and Objectives: Verbal encouragement (VE) can be used to enhance performance in several sports, even though no studies have been conducted among swimmers and only a few effects have been reported in elite athletes. Besides influencing motor ... ...

    Abstract Background and Objectives: Verbal encouragement (VE) can be used to enhance performance in several sports, even though no studies have been conducted among swimmers and only a few effects have been reported in elite athletes. Besides influencing motor performance, VE is also known to enhance the physical load, thus potentially increasing the probability of developing fatigue. With this in mind, this study aimed to explore the effects of VE in swimmers in order to fill in the knowledge gap concerning the aquatic environment. Materials and Methods: Each athlete swam a maximal 200 m freestyle trial under two different conditions: one trial with VE and the other without VE. The two main outcome measures were: (1) performance velocity (m/s); and (2) muscle fatigue, investigated by means of surface electromyography. Sixty swimmers were recruited, aged 18.63 ± 3.46 years (median 18 years), 28 men (47%), and 32 women (53%), with 7.03 ± 3.9 years of experience. Results: With VE, performance significantly improved in the swim trial (p < 0.001, effect size (ES) −0.95, large). When breaking the results down into the first half (first (0−100 m) vs. the second half (100−200 m)), the ES was large in the first part (−1.11), indicating an improvement in performance. This worsened, however, in the second part of the trial (ES 0.63). In the multivariate analysis, years of experience were found to be a significant predictor of the change in overall performance (p = 0.011). There was a significant increase in muscle fatigue induced by VE, overall, and during the second half, but not during the first half of the trial. Conclusions: The present study indicates that VE during a middle-distance event (200 m) increases performance most in swimmers with little experience. However, it has a negative impact on fatigue.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Female ; Muscle Fatigue ; Athletic Performance/physiology ; Swimming/physiology ; Athletes ; Electromyography
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-23
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2188113-3
    ISSN 1648-9144 ; 1010-660X
    ISSN (online) 1648-9144
    ISSN 1010-660X
    DOI 10.3390/medicina58121709
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