• Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry
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• 제67권
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• pp.396-406
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• 2018

In this study, a polydioxanone (PDO) and poly(L-lactic acid) (PLLA) sheath-core biphasic monofilament was designed to develop an esophageal stent with improved mechanical properties and controlled biodegradability. The radial force of PDO/PLLA sheath-core stent was 10.24 N, while that of PDO stent was 5.64 N. Deteriorations of tensile strength, elastic modulus and elongation during degradation test were also delayed on PDO/PLLA group. Hyaluronic acid-dopamine conjugate and $BaSO_4/PDO$ conjugate coating layers provided improved tissue adhesion strength and reasonable X-ray contrast, respectively. Taken all together, the sheath-core filaments with tissue adhesive and radiopaque properties will be useful in designing esophageal stents.

• 대한임상검사과학회지
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• 제50권3호
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• pp.217-224
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• 2018

매선요법은 다른 시술에 비해 비침습적이고, 인체 내에서 생분해가 일어나는 물질로 제작되기 때문에 성형수술에서 각광받고 있다. 상업적으로 이용가능한 매선의 종류로는 poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA), polycarprolactone (PCL), polydioxanone (PDO) 등이 있으나, 매선으로 사용되는 생분해성 물질들의 종류에 따른 차이점이나, 콜라겐을 형성하는데 있어서 매선의 어떤 부분이 결정적으로 작용하는지에 대한 연구는 잘 알려져 있지 않다. 따라서 이 연구에서는 현재 판매되고 있는 3가지 생분해성 물질(PLLA, PCL, PDO)로 만들어진 매선을 동물모델에서 그 효과를 비교하고, 매선의 콜라겐생성능에 미치는 영향 인자가 무엇인지를 분석하였다. 매선을 랫드의 등에 삽입하여 2주, 4주, 8주, 12주동안 경과를 관찰하고 특수염색을 통해 콜라겐의 생성 정도를 비교하였다. 매선에 의한 조직학적 변화를 관찰하기 위해서, 조직검체는 H&E, Masson's trichrome, Herovici's collagen stain이 진행되었다. 그 결과 3가지 모두 다 동일한 시기에 비슷한 양의 신생콜라겐을 형성하는 것을 관찰할 수 있었고, 3가지 매선 모두 type 3의 콜라겐을 형성하는 것을 확인할 수 있었다. 또한 생성되는 콜라겐의 양은 매선이 피부조직에 닿는 면적이 크면 클수록 증가하는 것을 관찰할 수 있어 한 번의 시술만으로도 많은 양의 매선이 들어갈 수 있는 PDO cavern타입의 매선이 가장 많은 콜라겐을 형성하는 것을 확인할 수 있었다.

• 한국정밀공학회지
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• 제32권8호
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• pp.755-760
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• 2015

For proper wound healing, dermal contraction and remodeling are critical; during the natural healing process, differentiated fibroblasts called "myofibroblasts" typically undertake these functions. For severe wounds, however, a critical mass of dermal matrix and fibroblasts are lost, making self-regeneration impossible. To overcome this impairment, synthetic wound patches with embedded functional cells can be used to promote healing. In this study, we developed a polydioxanone (PDO)-based cell-embedded sheet on which dermal fibroblasts were cultured and induced for differentiation into myofibroblasts, whereby the following combinatorial physicochemical stimuli were also applied: aligned topology, electric field (EF), and growth factor. The results show that both the aligned topology and EF synergistically enhanced the expression of alpha smooth-muscle actin (${\alpha}$-SMA), a key myofibroblast marker. Our proof-of-concept (POC) experiments demonstrated the potential applicability of a myofibroblast-embedded PDO sheet as a wound patch.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제51권4호
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• pp.350-355
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• 2024

The clinical application of polydioxanone (PDO) threads, traditionally utilized for tissue lifting, is now being explored for its volumizing effects in midface rejuvenation. The novel approach involves employing PDO volumizing threads to achieve physical augmentation akin to a "solid filler." The study introduces a more convenient insertion method for these threads, prioritizing ease and efficacy. Clinical cases demonstrate the efficacy of volumizing threads in addressing midface concerns, such as nasolabial folds and midcheek grooves. Additionally, the integration of volumizing threads to provide support in sagging areas is examined for achieving natural-looking enhancements. While highlighting positive outcomes, potential side effects like thread protrusion are addressed, along with strategies for their mitigation. Volumizing threads are presented as a suitable procedure for patients wary of traditional fillers or seeking subtle enhancements, with the recommendation of combining them with cog threads for those desiring more pronounced changes in facial contour. In summary, volumizing thread offers a minimally invasive alternative with fewer side effects for midface rejuvenation.

• Medical Lasers
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.35-38
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• 2019

Thread-lifting is a minimally invasive procedure that shows good results and fewer complications as compared with those results and complications of standard surgery. Many procedures and techniques have been developed to create a younger appearance of facial/neck skin for aging people, and the demand for an improved aesthetic appearance is increasing. Since the incidence of side effects is much less than that of non-absorbable threads, which can lead to complications such as foreign body reactions, polydioxanone (PDO) threads are predominantly used for face lift procedures. A 66-year-old woman presented to our clinic with inflamed palpable masses. She had undergone a face lift with absorbable threads in our clinic 5 months previously. Excisional biopsy was performed with the patient under local anesthesia. During the operation, any threads were not detected and there was both fibrotic scar tissue and granulomatous tissue. For effectively promoting healing and managing the scars, treatment with LDM^®-MED was performed on the day after surgery. The treatment was performed according to the author's protocol. Although foreign body granuloma as a complication after using non-absorbable thread types have been previously reported, it is relatively rare to find this type of complication after using absorbable thread. In this report, we present a case in which a 66-year-old female with foreign body granuloma after undergoing a face lift using absorbable threads was treated with the application of dual-frequency ultrasound, which promoted wound healing.

• 한방안이비인후피부과학회지
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• 제36권4호
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• pp.113-121
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• 2023

Objectives : The purpose of this study is to analyze the treatment mechanism of Thread-embedding acupuncture, which is used in Korean medicine beauty treatment. Methods : After searching papers published up to January 1, 2023 using the keyword "Thread-embedding" through the OASIS site, we selected beauty papers that mentioned the treatment mechanism of Thread-embedding acupuncture. Results : A total of 60 papers were retrieved: 19 papers on the topic of cosmetic diseases, 35 papers on the theme of other diseases, and 6 papers written unrelated to diseases. Among the 19 papers on the topic of cosmetic diseases, one unreadable paper was excluded. Among the 18 papers, we finally selected 6 papers that mentioned treatment mechanisms: 2 on facial wrinkles, 2 on obesity, 1 on breast enlargement, and 1 on transdermal hydration. The treatment mechanism of Thread-embedding acupuncture is that in the case of facial wrinkles, polydioxanone(PDO) is embedded to fill the volume, and as it decomposes, it causes a tissue reaction around the area. In obesity, it promotes fat decomposition by improving circulation, and promotes breast enlargement and elasticity through collagen formation. In transdermal hydration, it induces the production of surrounding fibers to increase skin elasticity and moisture. Conclusions : Thread-embedding acupuncture appears to have a cosmetic effect through a mechanism that promotes the production of collagen and elastic fibers in the subepidermal dermal layer and increases the activity of skin moisturizing factors during the absorption process after the PDO suture is embedded.