Outcome and Complications in Surgical Treatment of Lumbar Stenosis or Spondylolisthesis in Geriatric Patients.

abstract：:After glioma pathogenesis-related protein 1 (GLIPR1/Glipr1) was identified, the expression of GLIPR1 was shown to be down-regulated in human prostate cancer, owing in part to methylation in the regulatory region of this gene in prostate cancer cells. Additional studies showed that GLIPR1/Glipr1 expression is induced b...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Thompson TC

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Owing to the recommendations of the Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines, protocol-based resuscitation or goal-directed therapy (GDT) is broadly advocated for the treatment of septic shock. However, the most recently published trials showed no survival benefit from protocol-based resuscitation in septic shock p...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lee WK,Kim HY,Lee J,Koh SO,Kim JM,Na S

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Label adherence for non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) has not been well evaluated in Asian patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF). The present study aimed to assess label adherence for NOACs in a Korean AF population and to determine risk factors of off-label prescriptions of NOA...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lee SR,Lee YS,Park JS,Cha MJ,Kim TH,Park J,Park JK,Lee JM,Kang KW,Shim J,Uhm JS,Kim J,Kim C,Kim JB,Park HW,Joung B,Choi EK

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Different difficulties can be encountered during removal of an intramedullary femoral nail depending partly upon the design of the nail but mainly on bone ingrowth. This possibility is higher in younger patients and when nail removal is attempted long after initial insertion. We present a case of difficult nail remova...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Bombaci H,Gorgec M

更新日期：2003-12-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Two Korean women (41 and 23-years of age) presented with painful breast enlargement and redness. The involved breast was confirmed as metastatic signet ring cell carcinoma. Although metastatic signet ring cell carcinoma of the breast shows similar clinical symptoms to inflammatory breast cancer, the difference between...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Kwak JY,Kim EK,Oh KK

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is considered an independent risk factor for hypertension. However, it is still not clear which clinical factors are related with the presence of hypertension in OSA patients. We aimed to find different physical features and compare the sleep study results which are associated with...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Min HJ,Park AY,Kim DH,Lee JG,Park S,Cho HJ

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:House dust mites (HDMs) are an important source of indoor allergens associated with asthma, rhinitis and atopic dermatitis. Chicken immunoglobulin (Ig) Y is known to be a good alternative to mice and rabbit antibody production. In this study, we produced IgYs specific to HDMs and investigated their IgE immunore...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lee KE,Han BK,Han JY,Hong JY,Kim MN,Heo WI,Sohn MH,Kim KW,Kim KE

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Most studies on immune tolerance of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have been performed using MSCs derived from bone marrow, cord blood, or adipose tissue. MSCs also exist in the craniofacial area, specifically in teeth. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the mechanisms of immune tolerance of dental pulp-d...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Hong JW,Lim JH,Chung CJ,Kang TJ,Kim TY,Kim YS,Roh TS,Lew DH

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Endoscopic papillectomy (EP) is currently employed for the treatment of ampullary adenoma. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical, endoscopic, and histologic characteristics related to complications and long-term outcomes of EP. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirty-nine patients underwent EP for ampullary adenoma. ...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Shim CN,Chung MJ,Bang S,Park SW,Song SY,Chung JB,Park JY

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To inform on shoulder pathology and to identify the disabilities and level of quality of life (QOL) associated with shoulder pain in patients with breast cancer- related lymphedema (BCRL). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Using patient history, physical examination, and ultrasound (US), we classified patients with BCRL i...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Jeong HJ,Sim YJ,Hwang KH,Kim GC

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although cysticercosis is the most common parasitic disease affecting the central nervous system, spinal cysticercosis is rare. A rare form of spinal cysticercosis involving the whole spinal canal is presented. A 45-year-old Korean male had a history of intracranial cysticercosis and showed progressive paraparesis. Sp...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Shin DA,Shin HC

更新日期：2009-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty with metal stent placement has become a well-developed treatment modality for coronary stenotic lesions. Although infection involving implanted stents is rare, it can, however, occur with high morbidity and mortality. We describe herein a case of an inserted coronary sten...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lai CH,Lin YK,Lee WL,Chang WC

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The objective of this study is to define the clinical implications of consolidations in nodular bronchiectatic type Mycobacterium avium complex (NBMAC) infection. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 69 patients (M : F = 17 : 52; mean age, 64 years; age range, 41-85 years) with MAC isolated in the sputum culture a...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Im SA,Park HJ,Park SH,Chun HJ,Jung WS,Kim SH

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We evaluated the incidence, predictors, and prognosis of coronary artery aneurysm (CAA) after second-generation drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A total of 976 consecutive patients (1245 lesions) who underwent follow-up angiography after second-generation DES implantation were analy...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Hong SJ,Kim H,Ahn CM,Kim JS,Kim BK,Ko YG,Hong BK,Choi D,Jang Y,Hong MK

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to examine a J-shaped relationship between alcohol consumption and depression among the elderly in South Korea. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Cross-section data were drawn from a community-based sample of individuals 60 years of age and older (n=1819). Respondents completed the Alcohol Us...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Kim SA,Kim E,Morris RG,Park WS

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Imbalances between osteogenic and adipogenic differentiation leads to diseases such as osteoporosis. The aim of our study was to demonstrate the differences in extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) phosphorylation during both adipogenesis and osteogenesis of human bone marrow-derived stem cells (BMSCs). ...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Jung HS,Kim YH,Lee JW

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Presently, allergy diagnosis and therapy procedures are undergoing a transition phase in which allergen extracts are being step-by-step replaced by molecule-based products. The new developments will allow clinicians to obtain detailed information on sensitization patterns, more accurate interpretation of allergic symp...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Ferreira F,Wolf M,Wallner M

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) have been reported to possess the capacity to colonize vascular grafts and hold promise for therapeutic neovascularization. However, limited quantities of EPCs have been the major factor impeding effective research on vasculoangiogenesis. In this study, cytokine and culture conditio...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Shin JW,Lee DW,Kim MJ,Song KS,Kim HS,Kim HO

更新日期：2005-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare malignancy with poor prognosis, and it can be classified as either a functional or nonfunctional tumor. Affected patients usually present with abdominal pain or with symptoms related to the mass effect or hormonal activity of the tumor. Several cases of spontaneously ruptured n...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Chung JO,Cho DH,Lee JH,Kwon DD,Chung DJ,Chung MY

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Numerous studies have assessed the association of SP110 gene variants with tuberculosis (TB), but the results were inconsistent. Through a comprehensive review and meta-analysis, our study aimed to clarify the nature of genetic risks contributed by 11 polymorphisms for the development of TB. MATERIALS AND METH...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Zhang S,Wang XB,Han YD,Wang C,Zhou Y,Zheng F

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To observe changes in audiology, intellectual development, behavior development, and physical growth during systematic follow-up of infants with asymptomatic congenital human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) infection. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Fifty-two infants diagnosed with asymptomatic congenital HCMV infection from Jul...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Shan R,Wang X,Fu P

更新日期：2009-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：:In most cases, while schwannoma is sporadically manifested as a single benign neoplasm, the presence of multiple schwannomas in one patient is usually indicative of neurofibromatosis 2. However, several recent reports have suggested that schwannomatosis itself may also be a distinct clinical entity. This study examine...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Ahn JY,Kwon SO,Shin MS,Shim JY,Kim OJ

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Simple decompression of the ulnar nerve has outcomes similar to anterior transposition for cubital tunnel syndrome; however, there is no consensus on the proper technique for patients with an unstable ulnar nerve. We hypothesized that 1) simple decompression or anterior ulnar nerve transposition, depending on n...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Kang HJ,Oh WT,Koh IH,Kim S,Choi YR

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The human major histocompatibility complex HLA is located on the short arm of chromosome 6. It is known to be the most polymorphic genetic system in humans. The biological role of the HLA class I and class II molecules is to present processed peptide antigens. The HLA system is clinically important as transplantation ...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Choo SY

更新日期：2007-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of an extremely rare neoplasm, malignant granular cell tumor (MGCT). The patient was a 21-year-old woman, who was 5 months pregnant. The tumor occurred in the retrotracheal space, extending from the level of the larynx to the thoracic inlet. In addition, there were multiple, variable-sized tumor nodul...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Yang SW,Hong SW,Cho MY,Kang SJ

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Respiratory muscle training is one of the major methods for enhancing the vocal function. Singers who must use their voice most frequently are well aware of the importance of respiration. However, most of them do not know precisely how to exercise their abdominal respiration. Using a respiratory training device, singe...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Nam DH,Lim JY,Ahn CM,Choi HS

更新日期：2004-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study was undertaken to evaluate the long-term treatment of esophageal strictures in children with corrosive esophagitis and to determine the effect of self-bougienage on recurrent strictures. MATERIALS AND METHODS:We reviewed the medical records of nine children that were treated for corrosive esophageal...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lee HJ,Lee JH,Seo JM,Lee SK,Choe YH

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pathogenic bacteria have increasingly been resisting to antimicrobial therapy. Recently, resistance problem has been relatively much worsened in Gram-negative bacilli. Acinetobacter spp. are typical nosocomial pathogens causing infections and high mortality, almost exclusively in compromised hospital patients. Acineto...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lee K,Yong D,Jeong SH,Chong Y

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The clinical and radiological characteristics of the double aortic arch (DAA) and its differentiation from conotruncal malformations (CTM) were reported in order to familiarize pediatric practitioners with these congenital heart diseases. MATERIALS AND METHODS:From July 1994 to December 2006, a total of 6 pati...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Lee ML

更新日期：2007-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Surgery for lumbar spinal degeneration disease is widely performed. While posterior decompression and fusion are popular, anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) is also used for treatment. Extreme lateral interbody fusion (XLIF) is commonly used for noninvasive ALIF; however, several complications, such as spi...

journal_title：Yonsei medical journal

authors： Ohtori S,Orita S,Yamauchi K,Eguchi Y,Ochiai N,Kishida S,Kuniyoshi K,Aoki Y,Nakamura J,Ishikawa T,Miyagi M,Kamoda H,Suzuki M,Kubota G,Sakuma Y,Oikawa Y,Inage K,Sainoh T,Sato J,Fujimoto K,Shiga Y,Abe K,Toyone T

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00