• Journal of Trauma and Injury
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• 제25권4호
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• pp.109-114
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• 2012

Purpose: Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary thromboembolism are major causes of death after severe multiple trauma. Although various means of prevention have been presented and utilized, still, there are no standard guidelines for anticoagulation of multiple trauma because of some contraindications. Methods: A retrospective study of adult major trauma patients whose injury severity scores (ISSs) were over 16 and who had visited one university hospital in Daegu city was performed. We compared some features of patients diagnosed DVT or PTE with those of patients without DVT by computed tomography or ultra sonography. Those features included accompanying various kinds of intracranial hemorrhages, possibility of ambulation, emergent operation, early transfusion, and suspicious symptoms. Results: The mean age of the 58 subjects included in this study was $50.9{\pm}17.2years$, the mean ISS was $22.7{\pm}6.0$, and the mean hospital stay was $55.2{\pm}37.9days$. Ten(17.2%) patients had emergent surgery, and 44(75.9%) experienced delayed surgery. Early transfusion was needed in 34(58.6%) patients. Among the 18 patients diagnosed with DVT, accompanying intracranial hemorrhages were noted in 8(44.4%) patients; one of the 8 also had PTE. Among the same 18 patients, early transfusions were required in 11(61.1%) patients; one of the 11 also had PTE. Conclusion: The risk of DVT is increased in cases of severe multiple trauma, and many difficulties in applying anticoagulants are experienced. Though we need additional studies to decide proper prophylaxis for DVT and PTE, if the patient's general condition permits, a screening test for DVT as soon as possible could be an effective method to reduce the possibility of a bad outcome.

• Preventive Nutrition and Food Science
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• 제19권4호
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• pp.247-260
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• 2014

The impact of folate on health and disease, particularly pregnancy complications and congenital malformations, has been extensively studied. Mandatory folic acid fortification therefore has been implemented in multiple countries, resulting in a reduction in the occurrence of neural tube defects. However, emerging evidence suggests increased folate intake may also be associated with unexpected adverse effects. This literature review focuses on contemporary issues of concern, and possible underlying mechanisms as well as giving consideration the future direction of mandatory folic acid fortification. Folate fortification has been associated with the presence of unmetabolized folic acid (PteGlu) in blood, masking of vitamin $B_{12}$ deficiency, increased dosage for anti-cancer medication, photo-catalysis of PteGlu leading to potential genotoxicity, and a role in the pathoaetiology of colorectal cancer. Increased folate intake has also been associated with twin birth and insulin resistance in offspring, and altered epigenetic mechanisms of inheritance. Although limited data exists to elucidate potential mechanisms underlying these issues, elevated blood folate level due to the excess use of PteGlu without consideration of an individual's specific phenotypic traits (e.g. genetic background and undiagnosed disease) may be relevant. Additionally, the accumulation of unmetabolized PteGlu may lead to inhibition of dihydrofolate reductase and other enzymes. Concerns notwithstanding, folic acid fortification has achieved enormous advances in public health. It therefore seems prudent to target and carefully monitor high risk groups, and to conduct well focused further research to better understand and to minimize any risk of mandatory folic acid fortification.

• 대한본초학회지
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• 제30권2호
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• pp.25-30
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• 2015

Objectives : Laver (Porphyra tenera), a red algae species, is one of the most widely consumed edible seaweed in Korea. Laver contains various substances such as essential amino acid, fiber, minerals and polyphenols that benefit human health. In the present study, we prepared ethanol extracts from commercially processed product of Porphyra tenera, and evaluated the growth inhibitory effect against human oral squamous carcinoma YD-10B cells. Methods : Cell viability was measured by MTT assay. Apoptosis was confirmed by TUNEL assay and flow cytometry with the green fluorescent dye FITC annexin V entering apoptotic cells and the red fluorescent dye PI not entering. The expression of the relevant proteins was detected using Western blot. Results : Ethanol extracts of Porphyra tenera (PTE, $50-200{\mu}g/m{\ell}$) caused a significant decrease of cell viability in a dose dependant manner. The cell death occurred as a result of apoptotic process as determined by TUNEL assay and flow cytometric analysis. In line with this observation, decrease in procaspase proteins and increase in cytosolic cytochrome c were observed in cells treated with PTE. In addition, exposure to PTE decreased the expression levels of Bcl-2, and induced PARP cleavage and AIF translocation from mitochondria to nucleus. Conclusions : In conclusion, PTE exerts anti-cancer effects by inducing apoptosis via caspase activation and AIF nuclear translocation in YD-10B cells. These results provide evidence for the possible therapeutic effect of Porphyra tenera in oral cancer cells.

• Journal of Veterinary Science
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• 제25권3호
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• pp.36.1-36.15
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• 2024

Importance: The intravenous administration of adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells (AdMSCs) in veterinary medicine is an attractive treatment option. On the other hand, it can result in severe complications, including pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE). Objective: The present study assessed the occurrence of PTE after the intravenous infusion of canine AdMSCs (cAdMSCs) into experimental animals. Methods: Five-week-old male BALB/c hairless mice were categorized into groups labeled A to G. In the control group (A), fluorescently stained 2×10⁶ cAdMSCs were diluted in 200 µL of suspension and injected into the tail vein as a single bolus. The remaining groups included the following: group B with 5×10⁶ cells, group C with 3×10⁶ cells, group D with 1×10⁶ cells, group E with 1×10⁶ cells injected twice with a one-day interval, group F with 2×10⁶ cells in 100 µL of suspension, and group G with 2×10⁶ cells in 300 µL of suspension. Results: Group D achieved a 100% survival rate, while none of the subjects in groups B and C survived (p = 0.002). Blood tests revealed a tendency for the D-dimer levels to increase as the cell dose increased (p = 0.006). The platelet count was higher in the low cell concentration groups and lower in the high cell concentration groups (p = 0.028). A histological examination revealed PTE in most deceased subjects (96.30%). Conclusions and Relevance: PTE was verified, and various variables were identified as potential contributing factors, including the cell dose, injection frequency, and suspension volume.

• 대한수의학회지
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• 제56권3호
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• pp.177-181
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• 2016

Mini-pigs have been widely employed in preclinical studies to explore new therapeutic strategies for diseases of the human urinary system; however, the normal reference of the renal artery has not been clearly investigated in the mini-pig model. Therefore, we aimed to establish a normal reference of the radiological morphology of the renal artery in mini-pigs by renal angiography via catheterization of the carotid artery. The renal angiographies obtained from 15 mini-pigs were evaluated to determine the orifice from the aorta, facing direction, size and the number of branches of renal arteries. Cranio-laterally facing renal arteries with 2 distal branches were mainly observed in the renal artery of mini-pigs. Both sides of the renal artery presented symmetrical sizes; however, the right renal artery orifice from the aorta was located more cranially than the left counterpart. The results of this study will contribute to radiological diagnosis of the renal artery as well as preclinical studies of mini-pigs.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제53권4호
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• pp.1318-1322
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• 2021

To unveil and delineate the elements applicable to the radiation protection of a femoral entry shield, calculate its mass attenuation coefficient, and demonstrate its dose reduction efficacy for interventional radiologist performing transarterial embolization (TAE) of ruptured hepatocellular carcinoma (rHCC). The lead equivalency of the shield was firstly validated. Electron microscopy was used to confirm the femoral entry shield being lead-free and to analyze the elemental content, with which the mass attenuation coefficient of the shield was calculated. An adult phantom, irradiated at the upper abdomen to simulate the TAE of rHCC, was used together with a dosimeter attached to the palm of a hand phantom. The dose rates at the hand phantom were measured, with the rHCC clinical protocol, without and with the femoral entry shield placed over the right femoral access site of the adult phantom. Without using the shield, the average hand dose rate was measured to be 0.325 µSv/sec. While using the shield, it was determined to be 0.110 µSv/sec. There was significant 66% dose reduction to the hand dose of IRs performing angiographic intervention with the femoral entry shield.

• Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
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• 제47권5호
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• pp.669-680
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• 1999

연구배경: 폐색전증은 조기진단으로 신속한 치료를 요하는 치명적인 질환으로 관심여부에 따라서는 비슷한 조건의 병원규모라 하더라도 진단율이 상이한 차이를 나타내는 것으로 알려져있다. 폐색전증 진단에서 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술은 높은 민감도와 특이도를 나타낸다고 알려져있다. 저자들은 폐색전증에서 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술의 2, 3차원 영상소견과 진단적 가치를 평가하였고, 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술과 폐관류 스캔을 비교하였다. 방 법: 1997년 9월에서부터 1998년 8월까지 20명의 환자에서 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술을 시행하였고, 이 중 14명의 환자에서 폐관류 스캔을 동시에 시행하여 그 임상적 기록과 함께 분석하였다. 또한 색전의 위치에 따른 혈관 분포 및 동반된 폐실질의 변화를 분석하였다. 결 과: 폐색전증의 색전의 위치에 따른 분포양상을 보면, 좌측 혜(n=103) 보다 우측 폐(n=129)에, 좌 우측폐의 상엽과 중엽을 합친 것(n=101)보다 하엽(n=116)에 많은 빈도를 보였고, 세분절이하로 갈수록 많은 빈도를 보이는데 하엽에서는 5 번째에서 감소되는데, 이것은 세분절이하 혈관 색전에서 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술의 낮은 발견율 및 동반된 폐경색과 무기폐 등이 주로 하엽에 생기기 때문에 가려진 것으로 생각된다. 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술로 폐색전증 진단시, 1명에서 위음성을 보여 95%(19명/20명)의 발견율을 보였고, 급성 및 만성 소견이 각각 16명, 3명이었고, 폐경색, 무기폐, 흉막삼출이 각각 9명(45%), 4명(20%), 6명(30%)이었다. 결 론: 2, 3차원 영상이 포함된 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술은 폐색전증에서 비침습적인 진단 방법으로 1) 폐실질을 포함하여 색전의 전체적 분포를 용이하게 알 수 있으며, 2) 진단시 높은 발견율을 보이며, 3) 비교적 급성과 만성의 구분이 되고, 4) 동반된 폐실질의 변화와 흉막삼출을 보는데 유용한 진단방법이며, 5) 폐관류 스캔 소견과 높은 연관성을 보였다. 제한점으로는 세분절이하에서 인지 장애(perception error)가 있다. 또한, 만성 폐쇄성 폐질환, 천식, 결핵 등이 동반된 호흡기 질환에서는 색전이 나선식 전산화 단층촬영 혈관조영술에서 간과(missing) 될 수 있다.

• 석유와에너지
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• 4호통권158호
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• pp.62-71
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• 1994

이 자료는 AP Energy Business Publications Pte Ltd에서 발간한 Petromin 지 ('93. 12월호)에서 옮긴것이다. -편집자 주-

• 석유와에너지
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• 10호통권152호
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• pp.109-111
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• 1993

이 자료는 싱가포르의 AP Energy Business Publications Pte Ltd가 발간한 "Petromin" 지 (1993.5월호)에서 중국의 석유산업부분을 발췌하여 옮긴 것이다. <편집자 주>

• 대한원격탐사학회:학술대회논문집
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• 대한원격탐사학회 2004년도 Proceedings of ISRS 2004
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• pp.381-381
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• 2004