Development of bacteriostatic central venous port using photobiomodulation: a comparative in vitro study.

Photobiomodulation (PBM) occurs when a cell is exposed to low energy intensities. A novel central venous port (CVP) with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that emits red light with a wavelength of 680 nm via wireless energy transmission technology has been established. This comparative in vitro study examined whether PBM can reduce the growth of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a common cause of central venous (CV) infections, in vitro.

Efficacy of uterine artery embolization (UAE) for uterine fibroids according to FIGO classification: a single-center experience.

Objective: This study aims to retrospectively evaluate the outcomes of uterine artery embolization (UAE) for uterine fibroids (UFs), specifically submucosal UFs, according to the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) classification of UFs.

Materials And Methods: Forty-two patients with symptomatic UFs underwent UAE with Embosphere between July 2016 and November 2021. MRI was performed before, at 3 and 6 months after the UAE.

Application of wireless energy transmission technology into central venous ports with light-emitting diodes.

Implantable central venous (CV) ports are widely used for chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition. Generally, CV ports are used safely; however, some patients suffer from drug leakage around the port septum due to mispuncture. Therefore, we developed a CV port that is visible under the skin.

Usefulness of Percutaneous Drainage in Determining the Causative Microorganism in Patients with Spondylodiscitis: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study.

Purpose: To determine the usefulness of CT-guided percutaneous drainage for the causative microorganism detection in patients with spondylodiscitis.

Materials And Methods: Data of patients who underwent CT-guided percutaneous drainage for spondylodiscitis from January 2014 to April 2022 were extracted from the radiological database of our hospital and investigated. The administration rate of antibiotics prior to blood culture and CT-guided percutaneous drainage (CTPD) were analyzed.