Publications by authors named "H Koda"
Proteic plasmid addiction systems, such as the control of cell death (Ccd), have been used for efficient plasmid DNA recombination. The CcdB toxin, which has a relatively long sequence of 309 bp, has been the predominant choice for this purpose. However, the need for shorter peptide toxins has emerged.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- Non-Dupuytren's contracture, often resulting from trauma or surgery, usually doesn't need surgery; however, in this case, an 81-year-old woman had a series of surgeries for finger issues, leading to ongoing complications.
- During her surgeries, procedures like limited fasciectomy, flexor tenolysis, and joint mobilization were performed, but the flexion contracture persisted after initial attempts.
- Ultimately, despite multiple interventions including excision of the cord and attempts to improve motion, the flexion contracture recurred, highlighting the need to anticipate potential recurrence in surgical planning for non-Dupuytren's contracture.
Sprint performance plays a crucial role in various sports. Short sprints vary depending on the size of the court/playing field and on competitive characteristics, but are common in many sports. Although the relationship between age and muscle strength has been explored in short sprints, there is limited understanding of how various physical factors interact, particularly concerning differences in the acceleration phase.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- Peroral cholangioscopy improves endoscopic treatment for difficult stones, but treating intrahepatic stones remains tough, with a high incidence of cholangitis.
- This study assessed the efficacy and safety of endoscopic treatment for intrahepatic and common bile duct stones in 70 patients treated at Tottori University Hospital.
- Results showed intrahepatic stones were smaller and more numerous, with a higher cholangitis incidence in that group (36% vs. 8%), though all cases were mild, suggesting careful monitoring of bile duct pressure during procedures.
Treatment Selection and Characteristics of Patients With Preiser Disease.
J Hand Surg Glob Online
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- Preiser disease is challenging due to its unclear causes and lack of consensus on the best treatment methods, prompting this study to examine treatment choices based on patient characteristics.
- The study analyzed nine patients treated for Preiser disease, separating them into elderly and nonelderly groups, and assessed their disease stages and treatment methods.
- Findings revealed that elderly patients often presented with advanced disease and commonly received nonsurgical treatment, while nonelderly patients were more likely to be in the early stages and received a mix of treatments, including both surgical and nonsurgical options.