Author contributions: Dr. Masiello, Dr. Frunzo, Dr. Padula and Dr. Triggiani developed the concept and designed the study. Drafting the article was made by Dr. Masiello and Dr. Mastrogiovanni, Critical revision was made mainly by Dr. Iesu. All other authors contributed to data analysis collection, statistics, critical revision and approval of the article.
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