Publications by authors named "M H Bang"

Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) is an acute febrile illness caused by the SFTS virus (SFTSV). We conducted this study to propose a scientific evidence-based treatment that can improve prognosis through changes in viral load and inflammatory cytokines according to the specific treatment of SFTS patients. This prospective and observational study was conducted at 14 tertiary referral hospitals, which are located in SFTS endemic areas in Korea, from 1 May 2018 to 31 October 2020.

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  • Laparoscopically Harvested Pedicled Omental Flap (LHPOF) is becoming a popular method for breast reconstruction due to its minimally invasive nature, leading to less pain and scarring post-surgery.
  • A study analyzed imaging results from eight patients who had LHPOF for breast reconstruction, showing changes like fat replacing glandular tissue and the presence of internal vessels; one case of cancer recurrence was found.
  • The findings highlight the importance of monitoring imaging results for patients with omental flap reconstruction to catch potential recurrences effectively.
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  • - Neuralgic amyotrophy (NA) is a rare condition characterized by sudden shoulder pain followed by weakness in the arm, primarily affecting the upper brachial plexus, and can often mimic cervical radiculopathy due to its similar symptoms.
  • - A 76-year-old male developed NA after hip surgery, experiencing shoulder pain and arm weakness; diagnostic imaging confirmed brachial plexopathy and unique signs of NA including a focal constriction at the suprascapular nerve.
  • - Treatment for NA involved corticosteroids and physical therapy, leading to significant recovery in shoulder muscle strength within a month, highlighting the importance of recognizing NA's distinct features for accurate diagnosis.
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We aimed to gather evidence on the feasibility of using simulator-based driving assessments for prescribing powered mobility devices (PMDs). Therefore, we compared the driving characteristics of real driving and two types of simulated driving. Thirty participants with difficulty walking more than 100 meters independently were enrolled.

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A focus on positive child development among Indigenous children has largely been absent from developmental science. In this special section of Child Development, we sought to address continuing inequity in representation and valuing Indigenous knowledge and voices by soliciting articles that identified cultural and strengths-based factors Indigenous children, youth, and families cultivate and leverage to promote positive development. In this introduction to the special section, we provide an overview of the four empirical articles included, with attention to the ways these articles advance Indigenous paradigms and methodologies by focusing on the unique histories and strengths of four distinct Indigenous communities.

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