• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제44권4호
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• pp.279-285
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• 2014

Purpose: To assess the influence of anatomic location on the relationship between computed tomography (CT) number and X-ray attenuation in limited and medium field-of-view (FOV) scans. Materials and Methods: Tubes containing solutions with different concentrations of $K_2HPO_4$ were placed in the tooth sockets of a human head phantom. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans were acquired, and CT numbers of the $K_2HPO_4$ solutions were measured. The relationship between CT number and $K_2HPO_4$ concentration was examined by linear regression analyses. Then, the variation in CT number according to anatomic location was examined. Results: The relationship between $K_2HPO_4$ concentration and CT number was strongly linear. The slopes of the linear regressions for the limited FOVs were almost 2-fold lower than those for the medium FOVs. The absolute CT number differed between imaging protocols and anatomic locations. Conclusion: There is a strong linear relationship between X-ray attenuation and CT number. The specific imaging protocol and anatomic location of the object strongly influence this relationship.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제47권3호
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• pp.169-173
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• 2010

Objective : The normal anatomic relationships characteristic of the pituitary stalk area were previously thought to involve only one location. The purpose of this study was to re-evaluate the anatomic location of the pituitary stalk and possible varying locations in relation to the tuberculum sellae and dorsum sellae using morphometric evaluation and anatomic dissection of human cadaveric specimens. The surgical implications of the variations are discussed. Methods : The calvaria were removed via routine autopsy dissections, and the brains were removed from the skull while preserving the pituitary stalk. The diaphragma sellae, tuberculum sellae, and the location of the pituitary stalk were examined in 60 human cadaveric heads obtained from fresh adult cadavers. Empty sellae were excluded. Results : The openings of the diaphragma sellae averaged $6.62{\pm}1.606mm$ (range, 3-9 mm). The distance between the tuberculum sellae and the posterior part of the pituitary stalk was 1 to 8 mm. The upper face of the diaphragma sellae appeared flat in 26 (43%), concave in 24 (40%), and convex in 6 cases (10%), with a prominent tuberculum sellae in 4 cases (7%). The location of the chiasm was normal in 47 cases (78%), with a prefixed chiasm in 3 cases (5%) and a postfixed chiasm (17%) in the 10 cases. Four cadaver specimens had prominent tuberculum sellae and other parameters were not evaluated. Conclusion : When opening the chiasmatic cistern, neurosurgeons should be aware about the relationship between the pituitary stalk and the surrounding structures to prevent inadvertent injury to the pituitary stalk.

• Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
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• 제39권2호
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• pp.150-158
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• 1992

연구배경 : 수술을 시행했던 비소세포폐암에서 유체세포계산법(flow cytometry)으로 DNA ploidy를 측정했을때 aneuploid 종양이 diploid 종양 보다 생존기간이 짧은 것으로 보고되어 있는데, 소세포폐암을 포함한 폐암에서 기관지 솔질에 의한 세포학적 표본을 이용하여 측정한 DNA ploidy가 치료에 대한 반응을 잘 예측할 수 있을 것인지 알아보고자 연구를 하였다. 방법 : 기관지내시경검사시에 기관지 솔질을 해서 얻은 표본으로 DNA ploidy 검사를 시행하였고 조직학적으로 폐암으로 확진되었던 109예를 대상으로 해부적 생리적 병기와 DNA ploidy와의 관계를 검토하였고, 치료를 시작한지 8주 이상 지나서 반응을 검토할 수 있었던 58예를 대상으로 DNA ploidy에 따른 반응의 차이를 검토하였다. 결과 : 1) 세포 형태에 따라 aneuploid 혹은 고증식력(S+G2M>22%)의 발현 빈도는 차이가 없었다. 2) DNA ploidy와 해부적 생리적 병기는 유의한 관계에 없었으나 비소세포폐암에서 고증식력군때는 저증식력군에 비해 해부적 병기가 진행된 경우가 많았다(p<0.05). 3) 치료에 대한 반응은 해부적 병기에 따라 차이가 있었으며(소세포폐암 p=0.10, 비소세포폐암 p<0.005), 생리적 병기에 따라서는 비소세포폐암에서만 차이가 있었다(p<0.05). 4) DNA ploidy와 증식력에 따라서는 치료에 대한 반응에 유의한 차이는 없었다. 결론 : 기관지 솔질 표본을 이용하여 시행한 DNA ploidy 검사는 고증식력 유무가 해부적 병기와 관계가 있었으나 치료에 대한 단기 반응을 예측하는 데는 해부적 생리적 병기만큼 유용하지는 않았다.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제27권4호
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• pp.517-523
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• 2000

비인강폐쇄는 연구개, 인두측벽 그리고 인두후벽간의 움직임이 서로 조화되어 구강과 비강을 나누어주는 괄약근 기전으로서 연하, 호흡 및 발음 등의 생리적 기능에 중요한 역할을 한다. 이 기능에 문제가 생긴 경우를 비인강폐쇄부전이라하며 그 원인으로는 (1) 연구개의 길이 및 움직임이상, (2) 비인두강의 해부학적 공간문제, (3) 인두후벽과 측벽의 기능이상 등이 있다. 본 연구는 구개열 환자의 측면두부방사선 사진을 통해 비인두강을 해부학적으로 분석하고 동시에 산출된 각 모음의 과비음 정도를 평가하여 비인강폐쇄부전과의 연관성을 비교해 본 것이며, 얻어진 결과는 다음과 같다. 1. 연구개 길이는 정상인에 비해 현저히 짧았다. 2. adequate ratio는 정상인에 비해 작게 나타났다. 3. adequate ratio가 감소함에 따라 모음 조음시 anatomic mVPI가 점차 증가하였다. 4. 각 모음 조음시 anatomic VPI는 과비음정도와 비례관계를 보였다. 5. 고모음(/u/, /i/)의 과비음정도가 저모음(/a/)에 비하여 크게 나타났다. 결론적으로, 구개열환자에서 측면두부방사선 사진은 비인강폐쇄부전의 진단 및 평가에 유용하게 사용될 수 있으며, 비인두강의 해부학적 구조는 산출되는 과비음정도와 밀접한 연관성이 있었다.

• 치과방사선
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• 제21권1호
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• pp.7-13
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• 1991

하악절흔 내측 함요는 하악골의 하악절흔 전, 내, 하방에 함몰된 양상으로 나타나는 정상 해부학적 구조물이다. 이 구조물에 대한 해부학적 중요성이나, 발생이 선천적인가 아니면 출생 후 발생되는 것인가에 대하여는 알려져 있지 않다. Langlais는 하악절흔내측함요는 파노라마 방사선사진상에서 절흔, 또는 소공 모양의 방사선투과상으로 나타난다고 하였지만 이는 하악사측방향 촬영상 등에서도 나타날 수 있는 해부학적 구조물이다. 파노라마 방사선사진에서는 익상판, 연구개, 기도, 그외 다른 조직 등의 중첩으로 인하여, 이 구조물의 발견 빈도가 낮아진다. 저자는 78개의 하악골에서의 발생빈도, 위치, 크기 등을 조사하고, 이를 파노라마 방사선사진촬영하여 그 발생 빈도를 조사하였으며, 치과환자 500명의 파노라마 방사선사진에서의 발생 빈도도 알아보았다. 1. 하악골에서의 발생빈도는 62%였다(편측성 28%, 양측성 33%). 2. 하악골의 파노라마 방사선사진상의 발생빈도는 33%였다(편측성 14%, 양측성 19%). 3. 하악절흔내측함요의 중심 위치는 하악절흔 하방 6.0㎜, 전방 3.8㎜였다. 4. 크기는 수직 7.8㎜, 수평 8.3㎜이였다. 5 치과환자들의 파노라마 방사선사진상에서의 발생 빈도는 24%였다(편측성 18%, 양측성 7%).

• 대한추나의학회지
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• 제6권1호
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• pp.51-57
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• 2005

Objectives : The aim of this study was to try to embody the method of treating Tempromandibular Joint Disorder in Oriental Medicine. Methods : I had researched anatomic features and functions of TMJ, causes and symptoms of TMD and reviewed classic medicine books in Oriental Medicine on Sanjiao. Then, I tried to interpret the disorder in the point of Sanjiao's 'Cooperative Relationship'. Results and Conclusions : 1. Symptoms of TMD IS not limited at TMJ and spread in whole body by circulation of Sanjiaojing. 2. Sanjiao is a invisible organ to control the general physical functions as 'Cooperative Relationship'. 3. It is a due in improving the symptoms of TMD to regulate Sanjiao-Jing-qi and balance the Yin-Yang.

• 대한치과기공학회지
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• 제11권1호
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• pp.115-120
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• 1989

Many attempts for the compfrt, esthetics and improvement of Masticatory function of the patients with removable prosthesis have been made for several decades. The search for the ideal denture occlusion has been going on in an effort to find the tooth form which provides maximum denture stability and masticatory efficiency without damaging the health of the underlying bone. For the purpose, the basic concept of lingualized occlusion were suggested by payne(1941) and pound(1973) discussed a similar occlusal concept and used term " lingualized occlusion." The purpose of this literature study is to clarify and amplify a method to achieve bilateral balanced occlusion with the occlusal arrangement termed " lingualized occlusion." Lingualized occlusion can be achieved by use of anatomic teeth for the mandibular denture. Lingualized occlusion can be used in most denture combination. It is particulary helpful when the patient places high priority on esthetics but a nonanatomic occlusal scheme is indicated by oral conditions such a severe alveolar resorption, a class II jaw relationship or displaceable supporting tissue. Advantages of lingualized occlusion are summarized as follows : 1) Most of the advantages attributed to both the anatomic and nonanatomic forms are retained. 2) Cusp form is more natural in appearance compare to nonanatomic tooth form. 3) Good pnetration of the food bolus is possible. 4) Bilateral mechanical balanced occlusion is readily obtained for a region around arotric relation. 5) Bertical forces are centralized on the mandibular teeth. Lingualized occlusion provides a useful combination of several occlusal concept. Many. advantages of anatomic and nonanatomic occlusions are accomplished but the lingualized occlusal concept is not is not a panacea, and all other procedures still must be carefully excuted.

• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제41권3호
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• pp.135-137
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• 2011

Impaction of third molar is a common developmental abnormality. However, ectopic impaction of the mandibular third molar in condylar region is an extremely rare condition. This report describes a case of impacted tooth in the mandibular condyle without any associated pathologic condition. Also, this report presents the spatial relationship of the impacted mandibular third molar to the surrounding anatomic structures using cone beam computed tomography.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제51권1호
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• pp.2-13
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• 2024

Background Although osteotomy is commonly performed in rhinoplasty, it is difficult for less experienced surgeon to understand mechanism of the procedure. The primary goal of this study is to improve understanding of nasal osteotomy in Asians by considering the surface aesthetics and anatomy of the nose as well as their relationships with the surgical procedure. Methods Surface aesthetics, anatomic considerations, kinetics of medial and lateral osteotomy, fracture levels of osteotomy were discussed in detail by reviewing the previous publications and 18 years of our experience. Moreover, the technical details of osteotomy were explained and personal tips for performing successful osteotomy were described. Results Dorsal and lateral aesthetic lines, dorsal and basal widths are main characteristics related to the surface aesthetics of nose to perform the osteotomy. In addition, these features are different in Asian population due to the anatomic difference with Caucasians, which makes the procedure difficult and requires more attention to perform osteotomy. Conclusion Because osteotomy is one of the most traumatic and invasive part of the rhinoplasty, it is crucial for the rhinoplasty surgeon to understand the relationship between surface aesthetics and osteotomy techniques to produce consistent and reproducible results.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제42권1호
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• pp.35-41
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• 2007

Objective : Determining the location of paraclinoid aneurysms for microsurgery is important for selecting treatment options, especially when deciding on the release of the dural ring in direct clipping. We examined the reliability of using the optic strut as an anatomical landmark for evaluating the location of paraclinoid aneurysms. Methods : Cadaveric dissection was performed to establish the relationship of the optic strut to the dural ring. Results from these anatomic studies were compared with the three-demensional computed tomographic angiographic [3D-CTA] findings of nine patients with ten paraclinoid aneurysms between May 2004 and October 2005. These, 3D-CTA results were then compared with intraoperative findings. Results : The inferior boundary of the optic strut accurately localized the point at the proximal dural ring in cadaveric study. The optic strut and its relationship to the aneurysms was well observed on the multiplanar reformats of 3D-CTA. During microsurgery, nine of ten aneurysms were verified to arise from distal to the upper surface of the optic strut. Two aneurysms that had arisen between the inferior and superior boundary of the optic strut were observed to lie within the carotid cave. One aneurysm which had arisen at the inferior boundary of the optic strut and directed inferiorly was observed to lie within the cavernous sinus just after the release of the proximal ring. Conclusion : The optic strut, as identified with multiplanar reformats of 3D-CTA, provided a reliable anatomic landmark for the proximal rings and an important information about the location of aneurysms around the anterior clinoid process (ACP). Therefore, 3D-CTA and the optic strut could become an invaluable tool and a landmark in the assessment of the location of paraclinoid aneurysms for microsurgery.