Effect of AGTR1 A1166C genetic polymorphism on coronary artery lesions and mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction.

The pathogenesis and prognosis of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) may be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Findings on the relationship of polymorphisms in various genes encoding the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system with coronary artery lesions and mortality in AMI patients are inconsistent. The aim of this study was to determine whether the AGTR1 A1166C genetic polymorphism affects coronary artery lesions and 1-year mortality in post-AMI patients.

Outcomes of balloon angioplasty and stent placement for iliac artery lesions classified as TASC II A, B: a single-center study.

Background: Iliac artery stenosis or occlusion is a critical condition that can severely impact a patient's quality of life. The effectiveness of balloon angioplasty and intraluminal stenting for the treatment of iliac artery lesions classified as TASC II A and B was evaluated in this single-center prospective study.

Methods: Conducted between October 2016 and September 2020 at Cho Ray Hospital's Vascular Surgery Department, this prospective study involved PAD patients categorized by TASC II A and B classifications who underwent endovascular intervention.

Hospital-acquired pneumonia due to Burkholderia cepacia in a thalassemia pregnancy with postoperative eclampsia: A case report.

There are limited case reports on individuals infected with who do not have typical risk factors, particularly pregnant women with beta-thalassemia. A 34-year-old pregnant female with beta-thalassemia trait and hypertension was admitted to the hospital. The patient was diagnosed with eclampsia and underwent a cesarean section.

Optimal timing for the first cystoscopic follow-up using time-to-treatment initiation analysis of oncologic outcomes in primary non-muscle invasive bladder cancer.

Various guidelines recommend the first follow-up cystoscopy at 3 months; however, no data exist on the optimal timing for initial follow-up cystoscopy. We tried to provide evidence on the timing of the first cystoscopy after the initial transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TUR-BT) for patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) using big data. This was a retrospective National Health Insurance Service database analysis.

Has the role of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in patients with cardiogenic shock following acute myocardial infarction been fully determined? A case report.

Background: The persistent challenge of high mortality rates in acute myocardial infarction-induced cardiogenic shock endures notwithstanding advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of this disease over the past two decades. While recent studies present conflicting evidence on the efficacy of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO), observational research supports the benefits of early VA ECMO initiation. However, the current lack of robust support from randomized clinical trials for VA ECMO use in this context highlights the ongoing uncertainty surrounding its effectiveness.

Adaptive response of under serial ciprofloxacin exposure.

Understanding the evolution of antibiotic resistance is important for combating drug-resistant bacteria. In this work, we investigated the adaptive response of to ciprofloxacin. Ciprofloxacin-susceptible ATCC 9027, CIP-E1 ( ATCC 9027 exposed to ciprofloxacin for 14 days) and CIP-E2 (CIP-E1 cultured in antibiotic-free broth for 10 days) were compared.

A Web-Based Dynamic Nomogram to Predict the Risk of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcal Infection in Patients with Pneumonia.

The aim of this study was to create a dynamic web-based tool to predict the risks of methicillin-resistant spp. (MRS) infection in patients with pneumonia. We conducted an observational study of patients with pneumonia at Cho Ray Hospital from March 2021 to March 2023.

Different Impacts of Traffic-Related Air Pollution on Early-Onset and Late-Onset Asthma.

Background: Early-onset asthma (EOA) and late-onset asthma (LOA) are two distinct phenotypes. Air pollution has been associated with an increase in poorer asthma outcomes. The objective of this study was to examine the effects of traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) on asthma outcomes in EOA and LOA patients.

Acquired Cystic Disease-Associated Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Acquired cystic disease-associated renal cell carcinoma (ACD-RCC) is a common subtype of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) in end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients. The current systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to evaluate the clinicopathological, and genetic characteristics of patients with ACD-RCC. A systematic search on three electronic databases including the Pubmed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases were performed until December 31, 2022.

Cardiovascular disease risk assessment and multidisciplinary care in prostate cancer treatment with ADT: recommendations from the APMA PCCV expert network.

Purpose: Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is the mainstay approach for prostate cancer (PCa) management. However, the most commonly used ADT modality, gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists, has been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Methods: The PCa Cardiovascular (PCCV) Expert Network, consisting of multinational urologists, cardiologists and oncologists with expertise in managing PCa, convened to discuss challenges to routine cardiovascular risk assessment in PCa management, as well as how to mitigate such risks in the current treatment landscape.

Multi-Omics Analysis Reveals the IFI6 Gene as a Prognostic Indicator and Therapeutic Target in Esophageal Cancer.

The role of the IFI6 gene has been described in several cancers, but its involvement in esophageal cancer (ESCA) remains unclear. This study aimed to identify novel prognostic indicators for ESCA-targeted therapy by investigating IFI6's expression, epigenetic mechanisms, and signaling activities. We utilized public data from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) and the Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) to analyze IFI6's expression, clinical characteristics, gene function, pathways, and correlation with different immune cells in ESCA.

The First Report of Infection in Vietnam.

Unlabelled: Infection caused by ha s rapidly become a global health threat. created a significant healthcare burden due to various complicating factors, including misidentification by commercial identification methods, potent antifungal resistance, high mortality rates and the possibility of nosocomial outbreaks through direct contact. In Vietnam, there are currently no clinical reports on infections.

High expression of autotaxin is associated with poor recurrence-free survival in cholangiocarcinoma.

Background And Aim: Autotaxin (ATX) is an extracellular lysophospholipase D that catalyzes the hydrolysis of lysophosphatidylcholine into lysophosphatidic acid (LPA). Recent accumulating evidence indicates the biological roles of ATX in malignant tumors. However, the expression and clinical implications of ATX in human cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) remain elusive.

NAA10 gene expression is associated with mesenchymal transition, dedifferentiation, and progression of clear cell renal cell carcinoma.

Introduction: We aimed to investigate the expression and prognostic role of NAA10 in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC).

Material And Methods: We performed a gene expression and survival analysis based on the human cancer genome atlas database of ccRCC patients (TCGA-KIRC).

Results: The patients in the TCGA-KIRC (n = 537) were divided into two subgroups: NAA10-low and NAA10-high expression groups.

A real-world cohort study of first-line afatinib in patients with EGFR-mutant advanced non-small cell lung cancer in Vietnam.

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and side effects of first-line afatinib treatment in a real-world setting in Vietnam.

Methods: This retrospective study was conducted across nine hospitals in Vietnam. Advanced epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)-mutant non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients who received afatinib as first-line therapy between April 2018 and June 2022 were included, and patient medical records were reviewed.

Multi-Class Deep Learning Model for Detecting Pediatric Distal Forearm Fractures Based on the AO/OTA Classification.

Common pediatric distal forearm fractures necessitate precise detection. To support prompt treatment planning by clinicians, our study aimed to create a multi-class convolutional neural network (CNN) model for pediatric distal forearm fractures, guided by the AO Foundation/Orthopaedic Trauma Association (AO/ATO) classification system for pediatric fractures. The GRAZPEDWRI-DX dataset (2008-2018) of wrist X-ray images was used.

Gender and age differences in KDIGO treatment targets among people on maintenance hemodialysis: Findings from a tertiary hospital in Vietnam.

Age and gender are 2 important factors in the treatment of end-stage chronic kidney disease with hemodialysis. Understanding the influence of these 2 factors can help optimize treatment for this population. This study evaluated gender and age differences in achievement of Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) treatment targets.

Vision-Based Assistance for Vocal Fold Identification in Laryngoscopy with Knowledge Distillation.

Laryngoscopy images play a vital role in merging computer vision and otorhinolaryngology research. However, limited studies offer laryngeal datasets for comparative evaluation. Hence, this study introduces a novel dataset focusing on vocal fold images.

Urethral Recurrence After Cystectomy and Orthotopic Bladder Reconstruction: A Rare Case of Recurrent Bladder Cancer After 12 Years and Review of the Literature.

Introduction: Radical cystectomy combined with orthotopic urinary diversion is a chosen approach for treating invasive bladder cancer. However, urothelial cell carcinoma is characterized by its potential for recurrence and the development of multiple tumors in the urinary tracts. In the natural progression of transitional cell carcinoma, the remaining ureteral stump is considered a predicted site for possible recurrence after radical cystectomy.

The dataset of duplex ultrasound assessment of the internal mammary artery in women with unilateral mastectomy followed by radiotherapy for breast cancer.

Adjuvant radiotherapy for breast cancer may involve some incidental exposure of the ipsilateral internal mammary artery to ionizing radiation. However, the relevant evidence is limited and inconsistent. The dataset presented in this article contains the information used to assess the effects of accidental radiation exposure on the internal mammary artery in patients with unilateral total mastectomy followed radiotherapy for breast cancer.