Hypotrophy of the Thigh MusculatureRecovery of Muscle Diameter Relative muscle atrophy was objectified by measuring the difference in quadriceps muscle diameter at the level of 1 cm distal to the apex of the large trochanter of the thigh bone, comparing the operated and non-operated side in millimeters (mm)
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Additionally, DSIP appears to be regulated by glucocorticoids, and its signaling may interact with the MAPK cascade through homology with glucocorticoid-induced leucine zipper (GILZ), suggesting potential roles in cellular stress responses
(d) patient is clinically stable with or without medications and interventions for a period of at least 2 weeks prior to study enrollment