Comment from the Editor of the Special Issue: "Lung Disease on COPD, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Lung Cancer Screening, IPF".

abstract：BACKGROUND:To investigate insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism in pregnant lean and overweight polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) patients vs. lean and overweight controls without PCOS. METHODS:Prospective cohort study on 67 pregnant women (31 with PCOS and 36 controls, subdivided into overweight or obese and norm...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Feichtinger M,Linder T,Rosicky I,Eppel D,Schatten C,Eppel W,Husslein P,Tura A,Göbl CS

更新日期：2020-12-24 00:00:00

abstract：:We sought to clarify the correlation between non-protein respiratory quotient (npRQ) in indirect calorimetry and serum zinc (Zn) level in chronic liver diseases (CLDs, n = 586, 309 liver cirrhosis (LC) patients, median age = 63 years). Clinical parameters potentially linked to npRQ <0.85 (best cutoff point for the pro...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Nishikawa H,Takata R,Enomoto H,Yoh K,Iwata Y,Sakai Y,Kishino K,Shimono Y,Ikeda N,Takashima T,Aizawa N,Hasegawa K,Ishii N,Yuri Y,Nishimura T,Iijima H,Nishiguchi S

更新日期：2020-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Since an association between myocardial infarction (MI) and respiratory infections has been described for influenza viruses and other respiratory viral agents, understanding possible physiopathological links between severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and acute coronary syndromes (ACS) is of t...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Schiavone M,Gobbi C,Biondi-Zoccai G,D'Ascenzo F,Palazzuoli A,Gasperetti A,Mitacchione G,Viecca M,Galli M,Fedele F,Mancone M,Forleo GB

更新日期：2020-06-02 00:00:00

abstract：:The Scapula Reposition Test (SRT) is proposed to determine if a relationship exists between scapular dyskinesis and shoulder pathology. The purpose of this study was to evaluate intra-rater and inter-rater reliability of the SRT in subjects with rotator cuff tendinopathy and scapular dyskinesis. In addition, we compar...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Fernandez-Matias R,Gallardo-Zamora P,Sanchez-Aguilera CL,Mardones-Varela H,Gallego-Izquierdo T,Pecos-Martin D

更新日期：2019-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of acute and chronic pancreatitis is increasing in the United States. Rates of acute pancreatitis (AP) are similar in both sexes, but chronic pancreatitis (CP) is more common in males. When stratified by etiology, women have higher rates of gallstone AP, while men have higher rates of alcohol- and tobacc...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Drake M,Dodwad SJ,Davis J,Kao LS,Cao Y,Ko TC

更新日期：2021-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Although head and/or neck pain attributed to orthostatic hypotension is included in international guidelines, its mechanisms and relevance remain unknown. This study examined the term's relevance and aimed to elucidate the associated clinical features. METHODS:An active stand test was performed to e...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Go S,Yamanaka G,Kasuga A,Kanou K,Takamatsu T,Takeshita M,Morishita N,Morichi S,Ishida Y,Oana S,Kashiwagi Y,Mitsufuji T,Araki N,Kawashima H

更新日期：2020-12-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The heat produced during implant site osteotomy can potentially interfere with and influence the osseointegration process of a dental implant. The objective of this in vitro investigation was to measure the temperature changes during simulated osteotomies in bovine rib bone. The measurements were made at the...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Scarano A,Lorusso F,Noumbissi S

更新日期：2020-01-05 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of artificial intelligence (AI) to support clinical medical decisions is a rather promising concept. There are two important factors that have driven these advances: the availability of data from electronic health records (EHR) and progress made in computational performance. These two concepts are interrelated...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Chumbita M,Cillóniz C,Puerta-Alcalde P,Moreno-García E,Sanjuan G,Garcia-Pouton N,Soriano A,Torres A,Garcia-Vidal C

更新日期：2020-01-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abdominal trauma, leading to intra-abdominal bleeding, is a life-threatening condition that might need emergency surgical intervention. Sonography and Computed Tomography (CT) are most commonly used to detect free intra-abdominal fluid. This study investigates the accuracy of CT to distinguish between ascite...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Kerschbaum M,Schurr LA,Riedl M,Mayr A,Weiß I,Klute L,Popp D,Pfeifer C,Ernstberger A,Alt V,Dendl LM

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：:The ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in efforts to identify therapies to ameliorate adverse clinical outcomes. The recognition of the key role for increased inflammation in COVID-19 has led to a proliferation of clinical trials targeting inflammation. The purpose of this review is to c...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Campbell CM,Guha A,Haque T,Neilan TG,Addison D

更新日期：2020-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:When a rescuer walks alongside a stretcher and compresses the patient's chest, the rescuer produces low-quality chest compressions. We hypothesized that a stretcher equipped with wing boards allows for better chest compressions than the conventional method. METHODS:In this prospective, randomized, crossover...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Nakashima Y,Saitoh T,Yasui H,Ueno M,Hotta K,Ogawa T,Takahashi Y,Maekawa Y,Yoshino A

更新日期：2020-05-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyperkalemia may cause life-threatening cardiac and neuromuscular alterations, and it is associated with high mortality rates. Its treatment includes a multifaceted approach, guided by potassium levels and clinical presentation. In general, treatment of hyperkalemia may be directed towards stabilizing cell membrane po...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Esposito P,Conti NE,Falqui V,Cipriani L,Picciotto D,Costigliolo F,Garibotto G,Saio M,Viazzi F

更新日期：2020-07-22 00:00:00

abstract：:We aimed to determine if low body weight (LBW) status (<50 kg) is independently associated with increased risk of ischemic stroke and bleeding in Thai patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). (1) Background: It has been unclear whether LBW influence clinical outcome of patients with NVAF. (2) Methods: Th...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Krittayaphong R,Chichareon P,Komoltri C,Kornbongkotmas S,Yindeengam A,Lip GYH

更新日期：2020-08-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are limited data for non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) impact on outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and valvular heart diseases (VHDs). METHODS:We identified patients with AF and associated Evaluated Heartvalves, Rheumatic or Artificial (EHRA) type 2 VHDs, and who h...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Moon I,Lee SR,Choi EK,Lee E,Jung JH,Han KD,Cha MJ,Oh S,Lip GYH

更新日期：2019-10-04 00:00:00

abstract：:Periodontal ligament-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hPDLSCs) possess immunomodulatory abilities which are strongly enhanced by various inflammatory cytokines. Vitamin D3 has anti-inflammatory effects on hPDLSCs and immune cells. However, no study to date has directly compared the influence of 1,25(OH)2D3 on the immun...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Behm C,Blufstein A,Gahn J,Kubin B,Nemec M,Moritz A,Rausch-Fan X,Andrukhov O

更新日期：2019-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Successful implementation of postpartum lifestyle interventions first requires the identification of effective core components, such as strategies for behavioural change. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to describe the associations between behavioural strategies and changes in weight, diet, and physical...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Lim S,Hill B,Pirotta S,O'Reilly S,Moran L

更新日期：2020-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Mutations in the protein DJ-1 cause autosomal recessive forms of Parkinson's disease (PD) and oxidized DJ-1 is found in the brains of idiopathic PD individuals. While several functions have been ascribed to DJ-1 (most notably protection from oxidative stress), its contribution to PD pathogenesis is not yet clear. Here...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Repici M,Giorgini F

更新日期：2019-09-03 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors wish to make the following corrections to this paper [...]. ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Kim YG,Jeon JY,Kim HJ,Kim DJ,Lee KW,Moon SY,Han SJ

更新日期：2019-03-20 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated the prognostic value of standard electroencephalography, a 30-min recording using 21 electrodes on the scalp, during the early post-cardiac arrest period, and evaluated the performance of electroencephalography findings combined with other clinical features for predicting favourable outcomes in comatos...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Kim YJ,Kim MJ,Koo YS,Kim WY

更新日期：2020-04-13 00:00:00

abstract：:In the past two decades, multiple studies have been undertaken to elucidate the genetic cause of the predisposition to mismatch repair (MMR)-proficient nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (CRC). Here, we present the proposed candidate genes according to their involvement in specific pathways considered relevant in heredita...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Terradas M,Capellá G,Valle L

更新日期：2020-06-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The American Indian Navajo and Goshute peoples are underserved patient populations residing in the Four Corners area of the United States and Ibupah, Utah, respectively. METHODS:We conducted a cross-sectional study of epidemiological factors and lipid biomarkers that may be associated with type II diabetes,...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Hicks PM,Haaland B,Feehan M,Crandall AS,Pettey JH,Nuttall E,Self W,Hartnett ME,Bernstein P,Vitale A,Shakoor A,Shulman JP,Sieminski SF,Kim I,Owen LA,Murtaugh MA,Noyes A,DeAngelis MM

更新日期：2020-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Hypertrophy of facet joints is associated with a high risk of central lumbar spinal stenosis (CLSS). However, no research has reported the effect of inferior articular process hypertrophy in CLSS. We hypothesize that the inferior articular process's cross-sectional area (IAPCSA) is larger in patients with CLSS compare...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Lee S,Lim T,Lim YS,Kim YU

更新日期：2020-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To test a novel diagnostic technique to assess radial artery perfusion after transradial catheterization. BACKGROUND:Despite being mostly asymptomatic, radial artery occlusion (RAO) is not a benign complication, and its diagnosis is frequently missed because it requires time-consuming diagnostic testing. We...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Indolfi C,Passafaro F,Sorrentino S,Spaccarotella C,Mongiardo A,Torella D,Polimeni A,Sabatino J,Curcio A,De Rosa S

更新日期：2018-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：:This study proposes a method for measuring the volumetric change of alveolar bone after dental implant surgery using computed tomography (CT). A total of 40 implants in 20 patients (15 males and 5 females) were selected. The types of implants used were group 1: 24 CMI IS-II Active implants (Neobiotech Co., Seoul, Repu...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Lim YW,Lim YJ,Kim B,Lee SP

更新日期：2020-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study is to describe the Minimally Invasive Intraoral Approach (MIIA) performed on selected cases of abscesses and neck phlegmons of odontogenic origin when the infection has not spread beyond the inferior mandibular margin. This technique allows us to avoid cervicotomy by a direct approach to the ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Galli M,Fusconi M,Federici FR,Candelori F,De Vincentiis M,Polimeni A,Testarelli L,Cassese B,Miccoli G,Greco A

更新日期：2020-09-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study aimed to investigate the outcome of therapeutic penetrating keratoplasty (TPK) for medically-uncontrolled infectious keratitis, and to determine the factors associated with the recurrence of infection after TPK. METHODS:A 10-year retrospective study of medically-uncontrolled infectious keratitis ...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Moon J,Yoon CH,Kim MK,Oh JY

更新日期：2020-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It has been recommended that any invasive treatment performed in patients with central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) not be initiated earlier than four months after disease onset due to the potential for spontaneous remission of symptoms. The goal of this study was to examine the outcome of transfoveal sub...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Gawęcki M,Jaszczuk-Maciejewska A,Jurska-Jaśko A,Kneba M,Grzybowski A

更新日期：2019-09-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Thyroid hormones (THs) exert pleiotropic effects in different mammalian organs, including gonads. Genetic and non-genetic factors, such as ageing and environmental stressors (e.g., low-iodine intake, exposure to endocrine disruptors, etc.), can alter T4/T3 synthesis by the thyroid. In any case, peripheral T3, controll...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Colella M,Cuomo D,Giacco A,Mallardo M,De Felice M,Ambrosino C

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preterm infants are at higher risk for both symmetrical and asymmetrical head molding. This study involved 3D stereophotogrammetry to assess the cranial growth, molding, and incidence of deformational plagiocephaly (DP) in preterm children compared to term born children. Thirty-four preterm infants and 34 term born co...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Launonen AM,Aarnivala H,Kyteas P,Vuollo V,Heikkinen T,Kau CH,Pirttiniemi P,Harila V,Valkama AM

更新日期：2019-10-11 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of our study was to evaluate redox status, enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidant barriers, oxidative damage of proteins, lipids and DNA, as well as concentration of coenzyme Q10 and vitamins A and E in patients with chronic granulomatous disease (CGD). The study was performed on fifteen Caucasian individuals...

journal_title：Journal of clinical medicine

authors： Heropolitanska-Pliszka E,Berk K,Maciejczyk M,Sawicka-Powierza J,Bernatowska E,Wolska-Kusnierz B,Pac M,Dabrowska-Leonik N,Piatosa B,Lewandowicz-Uszynska A,Karpinska J,Zalewska A,Mikoluc B

更新日期：2020-05-09 00:00:00