BMC Med Imaging
October 2024
The incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is increasing in racial and ethnic minority groups. Cutaneous extraintestinal manifestations (EIMs) of IBD are well-known comorbid conditions that can occur in both active and quiescent IBD. Historically, cutaneous EIMs of IBD are described in White skin with a lack of literature describing these conditions in darker skin tones.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFXenotransplantation of acellular adipose matrix (AAM) has come to prominence as an intriguing option for soft tissue reconstruction. However, the presence of immunogenic antigens within AAM can trigger unfavorable immune reactions, leading to inadequate regeneration outcomes. Therefore, the development of advanced technology capable of modulating immune responses is crucial for the therapeutic implementation of AAM xenografts.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Biochemical recurrence (BCR) following radical prostatectomy (RP) is a significant concern for patients with prostate cancer. Reliable prediction models are needed to identify patients at risk for BCR and facilitate appropriate management. This study aimed to develop and validate a clinical-radiomics model based on preoperative [18 F]PSMA-1007 PET for predicting BCR-free survival (BRFS) in patients who underwent RP for prostate cancer.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: We encountered patients with a congenital cutaneous sinus tract in the sternoclavicular joint region, which we designate as "congenital sternoclavicular sinus (CSCS)." The aim of this investigation is to enhance recognition of this subtle yet noteworthy entity and develop standardized protocols for its management.
Patients And Methods: Between 2013 and 2023, 172 patients, including 78 males and 94 females, were referred to our institution for the management of CSCS.
We aim to clarify the specific role of Karyopherin α2 (KPNA2) in the progression of laryngeal cancer, a kind of malignant tumor with a poor curative effect. We performed the bioinformatic analysis to obtain the ferroptosis-related differentially expressed genes. KPNA2 was screened out.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic dermatosis with high incidence worldwide characterized by skin barrier abnormalities and immune dysregulation. Conventional therapies are usually limited by side effects and high cost. Given the antiinflammatory and repairing properties, adipokines are increasingly considered as promising therapeutic agents for dermatoses.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The complications of large-volume fat grafting (LVFG) for breast augmentation remain unpredictable and include palpable breast nodules, oil cysts, and calcifications.
Aims: This study was aimed to provide an optimal treatment option for breast nodules after LVFG and evaluate their pathological characteristics.
Patients/methods: We effectively performed complete resection of breast nodules in 29 patients after LVFG using a minimal skin incision with the vacuum-assisted breast biopsy (VABB) system under ultrasound guidance.
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Adipose tissue engineering plays a key role in the reconstruction of soft-tissue defects. The acellular adipose matrix (AAM) is a promising biomaterial for the construction of engineered adipose tissue. However, AAM lacks sufficient adipoinduction potency because of the abundant loss of matrix-bound adipokines during decellularization.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFExtracellular matrix (ECM) components confer biomechanical properties, maintain cell phenotype and mediate tissue homeostasis. ECM remodeling is complex and plays a key role in both physiological and pathological processes. Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a group of enzymes responsible for ECM degradation and have been accepted as a key regulator in ECM remodeling.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: Gallium-68 (Ga)-labeled somatostatin analog (SSA) PET imaging has been widely used in clinical practice of neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs). Compared with Ga, F has a great practical and economic advantage. Although a few studies have shown the characteristics of [F] AlF-NOTA-octreotide ([F]-OC) in healthy volunteers and small NEN patient groups, its clinical value needs further investigation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi
February 2023
To investigate the embryologic origin and diagnosis and management of cutaneous cartilage remains of gill origin in the neck. A total of 15 patients with cervical chondrocutaneous branchial remnants treated in Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital from January 2005 to December 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. They had a common feature showing a tumor in the lower third of the front of sternocleidomastoid muscle.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi
February 2023
To discuss the clinical application and significance of the modified piriform fossa fistulectomy based on segmental anatomy of fistula. The clinical data of 84 patients with CPSF treated by modified pyriform sinus fistulectomy were analyzed retrospectively. The modified piriform fossa fistula resection adopts the fistula anterograde anatomy method to fine dissect the fistula.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Skin filler is an option for treating skin aging and wrinkles; however, currently used fillers are limited by poor biocompatibility, rapid degradation, and possible hypersensitivity reactions. Autologous adipose tissue-derived products have been recognized as promising options for skin rejuvenation.
Objectives: This study aimed to develop a novel adipose-derived product for skin filling.
Regenerative medicine affords an effective approach for restoring defect-associated diseases, and biomaterials play a pivotal role as cell niches to support the cell behavior and decide the destiny of cell differentiation. Except for chemical inducers, mechanical properties such as stiffness, pore size and topography of biomaterials play a crucial role in the regulation of cell behaviors and functions. Stiffness may determine the adipogenesis or osteogenesis of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) the translocation of yes-associated protein (YAP) and the transcriptional coactivator with a PDZ-binding motif (TAZ).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFClinical unpredictability and variability following fat grafting remain non-negligible problems due to the unknown mechanism of grafted fat retention. The role of the extracellular matrix (ECM), which renders cells with structural and biochemical support, has been ignored. This study aimed to clarify the ECM remodeling process, related cellular events, and the spatiotemporal relationship between ECM remodeling and adipocyte survival and adipogenesis after fat grafting.
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