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Risk of Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury in Computed Tomography: A 16 Institutional Retrospective Cohort Study.

Invest Radiol

December 2024

From the Department of Biomedical Informatics, Ajou University Graduate School of Medicine, Suwon, South Korea (B.C., S.S., S.G., B.P., R.W.P.); Department of Radiology and Research Institute of Radiology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea (S.H., S.H.C., S.H.P.); Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic Rochester, Rochester, MN (J.S.M.); Department of Gastroenterology, Liver Center, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea (W.-M.C.); Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, South Korea (J.B.L.); Department of Neurology, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX (E.A.L.); Office of Biostatistics, Medical Research Collaborating Center, Ajou Research Institute for Innovative Medicine, Ajou University Medical Center, Suwon, South Korea (B.P.); Department of Nephrology, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, South Korea (H.J.C.); Department of Radiology, Keimyung University, Dongsan Hospital, Daegu, South Korea (B.J.K.); Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea (S.Y.R.); Department of Radiology, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Busan, South Korea (S.B.H.); Division of Cardiology, Incheon Sejong Hospital, Incheon, South Korea (K.-H.K.); Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, Catholic University of Daegu, South Korea (Y.H.L.); and Department of Radiology, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine, Cheonan Hospital, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea (S.S.K.).

Objectives: Concern about contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI) may delay the timely administration of contrast media for computed tomography (CT). The precise causative effect of iodinated contrast media on CI-AKI and its relevant risk factors remains an area of ongoing investigation. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the risk of CI-AKI following contrast-enhanced CT and its predisposing risk factors.

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The association between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and sarcopenia has been suggested. We investigated sarcopenia's impact on NAFLD severity and its relationship with cardiometabolic risk in adolescents. We conducted a retrospective study on 122 patients aged 13-18 years and diagnosed with both NAFLD and sarcopenia by laboratory tests, abdominal ultrasound (US), and multifrequency bioelectrical impedance analysis.

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Cancer and the 10-Year Incidence of Chronic Low Back Pain in 407,314 Adults Followed in General Practices in Germany.

J Clin Med

November 2024

Research and Development Unit, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, CIBERSAM, ISCIII, Dr. Antoni Pujadas, 42, 08830 Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain.

There is a scarcity of data on the long-term relationship between cancer and chronic low back pain (CLBP). Therefore, this retrospective cohort study investigated the association between cancer and the 10-year incidence of CLBP in Germany. Data collected in 1293 German general practices between 2005 and 2022 were used for the study.

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Full-endoscopic lumbar spine surgery using working-channel endoscopes: technical tips for practical effectiveness.

Expert Rev Med Devices

November 2024

Department of Neurosurgery, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea.

Article Synopsis
  • Full-endoscopic spine surgery (FESS) is a minimally invasive technique used to treat degenerative lumbar spine conditions, utilizing a uniportal approach and endoscopes.
  • The review discusses various approaches for performing FESS, highlights important technical tips, and emphasizes the need for surgeons to familiarize themselves with the equipment to improve outcomes.
  • Overall, FESS is considered a reliable method for treating issues like lumbar disk herniation, with quick recovery times and few complications, but ongoing development in instruments and techniques is essential for its standardization in practice.
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Prognostic efficacy of lymph node parameters in resected ampullary adenocarcinoma based on long-term follow-up data after adjuvant treatment.

World J Surg Oncol

November 2024

Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital, 101 Daehak-Ro, Jongno-Gu, Seoul, 03080, Republic of Korea.

Article Synopsis
  • * Analyzed data from 86 patients showed that multiple LN metrics were linked to overall survival (OS), disease-free survival (DFS), and distant metastasis-free survival (DMFS), particularly highlighting the number of metastatic LNs (LNN) as a strong predictor in multivariable analysis.
  • * Key findings included LNN ≥ 2 as a significant factor for OS, DFS, and DMFS, while lymph node ratio (LNR) was notable for DFS and DMFS; however, certain parameters like log odds of positive
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Study Design: Retrospective cohort study.

Objective: To evaluate the feasibility of anterior column support through a posterior approach using an anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) cage.

Summary Of Background Data: Anterior fusion is an effective way to maintain spinal lordosis; however, it may be technically difficult in some cases.

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Long-Term Autoimmune Inflammatory Rheumatic Outcomes of COVID-19.

Ann Intern Med

November 2024

Center for Digital Health, Medical Science Research Institute, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine; Department of Pediatrics, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine; and Department of Regulatory Science, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, South Korea.

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Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered daily routines and lifestyle behaviors worldwide, potentially significantly impacting physical activity levels, especially among adolescents. Understanding these changes is crucial for developing targeted interventions to promote health and well-being in this vulnerable population. This paper will explore longitudinal trends of physical activities (PA) in Korean adolescents, focusing on changes between the pre and late-COVID-19 pandemic periods.

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Resolving metabolic heterogeneity in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) gives them access to precision medicine. Despite ethnic diversity in pathophysiological processes in individuals with T2DM, studies on subtypes of diabetes related to clinical characteristics in Asians are insufficient. This study aims to identify metabolic patterns in middle-aged patients with T2DM in Republic of Korea (Korea) and determine the incidence of diabetes-related complications according to patterns.

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This multicentre, prospective, single-arm study evaluated safinamide as add-on therapy to levodopa in Korean patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) with motor fluctuations with ≥ 1.5 h of "off" time daily, who took levodopa ≥ 3 times/day (n = 199). Baseline levodopa and dopamine agonist doses were maintained without escalation during the 18-week treatment period.

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Background: Changes in limb length and coronal pelvic tilt, which occur along with changes in limb alignment, may affect the functional lateral acetabular coverage of the hip joint under weightbearing conditions.

Purpose: To analyze the functional lateral acetabular coverage after unilateral closed-wedge and open-wedge high tibial osteotomies with a large wedge correction of ≥10 mm.

Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3.

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Background: Dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel is the standard treatment for acute ischemic stroke (AIS). Cilostazol has emerged as a safe alternative with pleiotropic effects that prevent stroke without increasing the risk of bleeding and has been shown to reduce neurological deterioration (ND) in the acute phase. Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) has also been reported to improve neurological impairment following AIS.

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Urinary sediment mRNA as a potent biomarker of IgA nephropathy.

BMC Nephrol

November 2024

Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University Medical Center, 26, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 02447, Republic of Korea.

Background: The quantification of mRNA expression in urinary sediments is a reliable biomarker for various diseases. However, few studies have investigated the clinical relevance of urinary mRNA levels in IgA nephropathy (IgAN). Thus, we investigated the expression of urinary mRNAs and their clinical significance in IgAN.

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Lecanemab (product name Leqembi®) is an anti-amyloid monoclonal antibody treatment approved for use in Korea for patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The Korean Dementia Association has created recommendations for the appropriate use of lecanemab to assist clinicians. These recommendations include selecting patients for administration, necessary pre-administration tests and preparations, administration methods, monitoring for amyloid related imaging abnormalities (ARIA), and communication with patients and caregivers.

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Objective: Data on the global prevalence of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is significantly varied and limited across countries and over time. Therefore, we aimed to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the global, regional, and national burden of CRS from the years 1980 to 2021, as well as identify those factors that influence levels of such burden.

Design: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of general population-based observational studies focusing on CRS.

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Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the sleep patterns of patients with nocturnal enuresis (NE) using a wearable brain-wave-sensing device.

Materials And Methods: We prospectively analyzed 10 of the 14 patients who visited the hospital for NE between August 2023 and July 2024 and agreed to participate in the study. Four patients were excluded owing to pairing errors and loss to follow-up.

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Objective: Although thyroid disease is a common condition, there is limited research examining the prevalence of thyroid disease over a long period of time, including both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, we aimed to investigate sociodemographic aspects that might be associated with thyroid disease and how its prevalence has varied during the pandemic.

Methods: We assessed the prevalence of thyroid disease among Korean adults by using data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 1998 to 2021.

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Background: Worldwide, cardiovascular diseases are the primary cause of death, with hypertension as a key contributor. In 2019, cardiovascular diseases led to 17.9 million deaths, predicted to reach 23 million by 2030.

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  • Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are common chronic joint disorders, with research indicating that the prevalence of these conditions differs by sex, yet few studies have explored the underlying sociological reasons and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This study seeks to chart trends in the prevalence of osteoarthritis and RA by sex from 2005 to 2021, focusing on factors that may increase vulnerability during the pandemic.
  • Analysis of data from 110,225 individuals in South Korea revealed a higher prevalence of both conditions among females, particularly those aged 60 and older, with significant association found between obesity and osteoarthritis vulnerability in females but not in males.
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Peyronie's disease is an acquired condition characterized by penile deformities caused by fibrosis of the penile tunica albuginea, leading to symptoms such as penile pain, erectile dysfunction, and other associated issues. Despite extensive research, the pathophysiology of this condition remains poorly understood, and standardized diagnostic and treatment protocols are lacking. While clinical guidelines from several professional societies exist, they do not consistently account for factors such as patient ethnicity, geography, and socioeconomic status.

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