The Resident Cosmetic Clinic: An Institutional Review and Outcomes Analysis of the Loma Linda University Experience.

Background: As the number of dermatologists offering cosmetic procedures continues to increase, so does the need for hands-on exposure to cosmetic dermatology during residency. A resident cosmetic clinic (RCC) model presents as a mutually beneficial opportunity for trainees to obtain first-hand experience, while patients have access to more affordable pricing.

Objectives: (1) To assess volume and variety of cosmetic dermatological procedures during residency.

Rapid and Electronic Identification and Quantification of Age-Specific Circulating Exosomes via Biologically Activated Graphene Transistors.

Increasing access to modern clinical practices concomitantly extends lifespan, ironically revealing new classes of degenerative and inflammatory diseases of later years. Here, an electronic graphene field-effect transistor (gFET) is reported, termed EV-chip, for label-free, rapid identification and quantification of exosomes (EV) associated with aging through specific surface markers, CD63 and CD151. Studies suggest that blood-derived exosomes carry specific biomolecules that can be used toward diagnostic applications of age and health.

The Microfluidic Toolbox for Analyzing Exosome Biomarkers of Aging.

As the fields of aging and neurological disease expand to liquid biopsies, there is a need to identify informative biomarkers for the diagnosis of neurodegeneration and other age-related disorders such as cancers. A means of high-throughput screening of biomolecules relevant to aging can facilitate this discovery in complex biofluids, such as blood. Exosomes, the smallest of extracellular vesicles, are found in many biofluids and, in recent years, have been found to be excellent candidates as liquid biopsy biomarkers due to their participation in intercellular communication and various pathologies such as cancer metastasis.

Fermented Citrus Lemon Reduces Liver Injury Induced by Carbon Tetrachloride in Rats.

Fermented lemon juice displays a variety of important biological activities, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capabilities. The aim of the present study is to investigate hepatic-protective effects of no-sugar-added fermented lemon juice (FLJ) for liver inflammation caused by carbon tetrachloride (CCl) in rats. Rats are divided into six groups: HO, CCl + HO, CCl + silymarin, and CCl plus three different FLJ doses by oral administration, respectively.

Association of congenital anomalies with fracture of spine, trunk, and upper and lower limbs among young people: A population-based matched cohort study in Taiwan.

According to the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, congenital anomalies are caused by kidney malfunctions, which decreased the bone quality, and may eventually result in bone fractures. This retrospective cohort study investigated the relationship between congenital anomalies and fracture of spine, trunk, and upper and lower limbs in young people. We utilized data from the National Health Insurance Research Database of Taiwan.

Association of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and hemorrhoids: A nationwide cohort study.

According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory, a specific physiological and pathological relationship exists between the lungs and the large intestine. The aim of this study is to delineate the association of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hemorrhoids in order to verify the "interior-exterior" relationship between the lungs and the large intestine. A retrospective cohort study is conceived from the National Health Insurance Research Database, Taiwan.

Exploring the effect and mechanism of Hibiscus sabdariffa on urinary tract infection and experimental renal inflammation.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn., also known as roselle, is used in folk medicine as an anti-inflammatory agent. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common problem in long-term care facilities.

Retrospective study using MRI to measure depths of acupuncture points in neck and shoulder region.

Objectives: There are safety issues associated with acupuncture treatment. Previous studies regarding needling depth of acupuncture points revealed inconsistent results due to vague depth definition, acupuncture point localisation and measuring tools. The objective of this study is to find and compare the differences of the mean depths of 11 acupuncture points in the neck and shoulder region between subjects, with variables including gender and body mass index (BMI).

Ginger and Zingerone Ameliorate Lipopolysaccharide-Induced Acute Systemic Inflammation in Mice, Assessed by Nuclear Factor-κB Bioluminescent Imaging.

Ginger is a commonly used spice in cooking. In this study, we comprehensively evaluated the anti-inflammatory activities of ginger and its component zingerone in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced acute systemic inflammation in mice via nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) bioluminescent imaging. Ginger and zingerone significantly suppressed LPS-induced NF-κB activities in cells in a dose-dependent manner, and the maximal inhibition (84.

An exploration of the needling depth in acupuncture: the safe needling depth and the needling depth of clinical efficacy.

Objective. To explore the existing scientific information regarding safe needling depth of acupuncture points and the needling depth of clinical efficacy. Methods.

Interleukin-11 increases cell motility and up-regulates intercellular adhesion molecule-1 expression in human chondrosarcoma cells.

Interleukin-11 (IL-11) was originally identified as the cytokine that could induce the proliferation of human cells. Recent studies have shown that IL-11 plays a critical role in tumor growth, angiogenesis, and metastasis. Chondrosarcoma is a type of highly malignant tumor with a potent capacity to invade locally and cause distant metastasis.

Safe needling depth of acupuncture points.

Objectives: The objective of this review is to investigate the existing scientific information on the safe needling depth of acupuncture points.

Methods: The PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane, AMED (Allied and Complementary Medicine), NCCAM (The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine), and CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) databases were searched to identify relevant monographs from 1991 to 2009. Additional articles were also identified from the reference list of identified articles.

[Development of the public health insurance system of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Taiwan and the current situation].

The establishment of the public health system is no doubt one of the most important milestones in modern human civilization. The public health system for Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) developed later than for Western medicine in Taiwan. It is important for people to understand TCM's development from a historical perspective as the World Health Organization (WHO) has already confirmed its contribution to human health.

Effects of electroacupuncture treatment on impaired cognition and quality of life in Taiwanese stroke patients.

Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of electroacupuncture on cognitive function and health-related quality of life in patients who have had a stroke.

Design: This clinical trial employed a prospective, randomized, single-blind design.

Settings/location: The study was conducted at the department of rehabilitation medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.

[Current situation of the university education and examination system of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in Taiwan].

The TCM education is most crucial to the heritage and development of TCM. During the republican period of China there were many TCM colleges set up in succession to train doctors of TCM in some places throughout the country, but none in Taiwan. In 1951, Mr.

Femoral head resection as a salvage procedure for the severely dysplastic hip in nonambulatory children with cerebral palsy.

Background: Proximal femoral head resection (FHR) has been used as a treatment option in patients with cerebral palsy (CP) who suffer from pain, contractures, and impaired personal hygiene. We analyzed the overall functional outcome following this surgery and associated patient satisfaction.

Methods: This study was a retrospective case series with a follow-on questionnaire.

[Development of traditional Chinese medicine in Taiwan before 1960s].

It is important for people to view the early development of traditional Chinese medicine in Taiwan from a historical perspective as the World Health Organization (WHO) has already confirmed that traditional Chinese medicine is a great contribution to human civilization. In this article, we will introduce the early development of traditional Chinese medicine in Taiwan chronologically.