• 한국육종학회지
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• 제43권4호
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• pp.265-272
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• 2011

This study is to generate SCARs markers for identification of Perilla species. A SCAR is a genomic DNA fragment at a single genetically defined locus that is identified by PCR amplification using a pair of specific oligonucleotide primers. We derived SCARs by sequencing and cloning the both ends of the amplified products of RAPD markers. Sixteen sequence-specific primers were synthesized from eight RAPD markers, which were completely sequenced. We developed the species-specific SCAR markers which could be used successfully in detecting genetic variation in four Perilla species. These markers could be used to verify species-origins of various forms of Perilla germplasms.

• Molecules and Cells
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• 제42권2호
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• pp.104-112
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• 2019

Tracking the fate of individual cells and their progeny through lineage tracing has been widely used to investigate various biological processes including embryonic development, homeostatic tissue turnover, and stem cell function in regeneration and disease. Conventional lineage tracing involves the marking of cells either with dyes or nucleoside analogues or genetic marking with fluorescent and/or colorimetric protein reporters. Both are imaging-based approaches that have played a crucial role in the field of developmental biology as well as adult stem cell biology. However, imaging-based lineage tracing approaches are limited by their scalability and the lack of molecular information underlying fate transitions. Recently, computational biology approaches have been combined with diverse tracing methods to overcome these limitations and so provide high-order scalability and a wealth of molecular information. In this review, we will introduce such novel computational methods, starting from single-cell RNA sequencing-based lineage analysis to DNA barcoding or genetic scar analysis. These novel approaches are complementary to conventional imaging-based approaches and enable us to study the lineage relationships of numerous cell types during vertebrate, and in particular human, development and disease.

• The Plant Pathology Journal
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• 제35권2호
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• pp.164-171
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• 2019

An assay for detecting Apple scar skin viroid (ASSVd) was developed based on nucleic acid sequence based amplification (NASBA) in combination with realtime detection during the amplification process using molecular beacon. The ASSVd specific primers for amplification of the viroid RNA and molecular beacon for detecting the viroid were designed based on highly conserved regions of several ASSVd sequences including Korean isolate. The assay had a detection range of $1{\times}10^4$ to $1{\times}10^{12}$ ASSVd RNA $copies/{\mu}l$ with reproducibility and precision. Following the construction of standard curves based on time to positive (TTP) value for the serial dilutions ranging from $1{\times}10^7$ to $1{\times}10^{12}$ copies of the recombinant plasmid, a standard regression line was constructed by plotting the TTP values versus the logarithm of the starting ASSVd RNA copy number of 10-fold dilutions each. Compared to the established RT-PCR methods, our method was more sensitive for detecting ASSVd. The real-time quantitative NASBA method will be fast, sensitive, and reliable for routine diagnosis and selection of viroid-free stock materials. Furthermore, real-time quantitative NASBA may be especially useful for detecting low levels in apple trees with early viroid-infection stage and for monitoring the influence on tree growth.

• 식물병연구
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• 제27권2호
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• pp.79-83
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• 2021

The aim of the present study was to develop a sensitive and specific detection method for the rapid detection of apple scar skin viroid (ASSVd) in apple leaves. The resulting reverse transcription recombinase polymerase amplification (RT-RPA) assay can be completed in 10 min at 42℃, is 10 times more sensitive than conventional reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, and can specifically amplify ASSVd without any cross-reactivity with other common apple viruses, including apple stem grooving virus, apple stem pitting virus, and apple chlorotic leaf spot virus. The reliability of the RT-RPA assay was assessed, and the findings suggested that it can be successfully utilized to detect ASSVd in field-collected samples. The RT-RPA assay developed in the present study provides a potentially valuable means for improving the detection of ASSVd in viroid-free certification programs, especially in resource-limited conditions.

• Medical Lasers
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.90-95
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• 2021

Background and Objectives Surgery for harvesting costal cartilage is often required for revision septorhinoplasty due to a lack of septal cartilage in patients with a severely contracted nose, and postoperative scarring on the anterolateral rib cage commonly requires additional treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of combined polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) and microlens array (MLA)-type nanosecond-domain neodymium (Nd):yttrium-aluminum-garnet (YAG) laser treatment for postoperative scars after costal cartilage harvest surgery. Materials and Methods Nine Korean patients with scars after costal cartilage harvest surgery treated with PDRN injections and MLA-type Nd:YAG laser treatments were retrospectively reviewed. Results Most of the scar lesions exhibited clinical improvement at 2 weeks after PDRN and MLA-type nanosecond-domain laser treatments, and the lesions further improved after adding more treatment sessions. The median Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS) score decreased from 6 (interquartile range [IQR]: 6-7) before combined intralesional PDRN injection and MLA-type, nanosecond-domain Nd:YAG laser treatments to 3 (IQR: 2-4) thereafter. Patient satisfaction after the combination treatments was rated as satisfactory. None of our patients reported major adverse events. Conclusion This case series study demonstrated that combined PDRN and MLA-type, nanosecond-domain Nd:YAG laser treatments are effective and safe for treating scars from costal cartilage harvest surgery.

• 대한화상학회지
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• 제24권2호
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• pp.74-76
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• 2021

Postburn scar contracture of sole can cause musculoskeletal deformity, restricted range of motion, and decreased quality of life. It is very important to exhibit similar characteristics of the sole when reconstructing the sole because it has to resist shearing force and weight bearing. In this case, we performed medialis pedis free flap for the postburn scar contracture of the sole and the flap survived without complication. The patient satisfied with functional and aesthetic outcomes. Medialis pedis free flap, which is harvested adjacent to the sole, can show similar characteristic of the sole and maintain adequate contour. Moreover, this flap can be harvested without sacrifice of major vessel or nerve. Due to these advantages, medialis pedis free flap can be an ideal option for the reconstruction of the sole.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제36권4호
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• pp.432-436
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• 2009

Purpose: Negative pressure therapy has been used in various conditions to promote wound healing. It has also been used to secure a skin graft by improving microcirculation and improving tight adhesion between the graft and the recipient bed. To reduce post burn scar contracture and improve aesthetical result, many types of dermal substitutes have been invented and used widely. The goal of this study was evaluate usefulness of the VAC (Kinetic concepts Inc., San Antonio, TX) in improving the take rate and time to incorporation of Integra$^{(R)}$ in reconstruction of burn scar contracture. Methods: A retrospective study was performed from October, 2006 to December, 2008. The VAC was utilized for 11 patients. The average patient's age was 19.7 years (range 5 - 27) and average surface area was $785cm^2$ (range 24 - 1600). The burn scars were excised deep into normal subcutaneous tissue to achieve complete release of the scar, Integra$^{(R)}$ was sutured in place with skin staple와 Steri - strip$^{(R)}$. Then slit incisions were made on silicone sheet only with No.11 blade for effective drainage. The VAC was used as a bolster dressing over Integra$^{(R)}$. Negative - Pressure ranging from 100 to 125 mm Hg was applied to black polyurethane foam sponge trimmed to the appropriate wound size. An occlusive seal over the black polyurethane foam sponge was maintained by a combination of the occlusive dressing, OP - site$^{(R)}$. The VAC dressing changes were performed every 3 or 4 days until adequate incorporation was obtained. The neodermis appeared slightly yellow to orange color. When the Integra$^{(R)}$ deemed clinically incorporated, The VAC was removed and take was estimated with visual inspection. Very thin STSG(0.006 ~ 0.008 inches) was performed after silicone sheet removal. Result: The mean time for clinically assessed incorporation of Integra$^{(R)}$ was 10.00 days (range 9 - 12). The mean dressing change was 3.5 times until take was obtained. In All patients, Integra$^{(R)}$ had successful incorporation in tissue without serious complications. Conclusion: Integra$^{(R)}$ in combination with Vacuum - Assisted Closure(VAC) may be incorporated earlier than conventional dressing method.

• Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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• 제31권6호
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• pp.501-508
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• 2005

21세 여자의 이하선에 발생한 다형성 선종과 15세 남자의 이하선에 발생한 신경섬유종에 대하여 변형된 이내 및 경부접근법을 사용한 외과적 절제술을 시행하였다. 우리가 사용한 변형된 이내 및 경부접근법은 Starck 등의 변형된 이내접근법과 Gutierrez의 경부 연장술을 병용한 새로운 접근법이다. 우리는 이 접근법을 사용하여 특별한 문제없이 이하선에 접근하여 종양을 절제하였고, 수술 후 반흔은 외이와 머리카락 내에 감춰져 심미적으로 만족할 만하였다. 이 접근법은 이하선 종양에 이용될 수 있을뿐 아니라 경부 연장을 하지 않고 변형된 이내접근법만을 시행할 경우 악관절수술에도 이용될 수 있다.

• Korean Journal of Radiology
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• 제22권7호
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• pp.1044-1053
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• 2021

Objective: Motion-corrected averaging with a single-shot technique was introduced for faster acquisition of late-gadolinium-enhancement (LGE) cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging while free-breathing. We aimed to evaluate the image quality (IQ) of free-breathing motion-corrected single-shot LGE (moco-ss-LGE) in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Materials and Methods: Between April and December 2019, 30 patients (23 men; median age, 48.5; interquartile range [IQR], 36.5-61.3) with HCM were prospectively enrolled. Breath-held single-shot LGE (bh-ss-LGE) and free-breathing moco-ss-LGE images were acquired in random order on a 3T MR system. Semi-quantitative IQ scores, contrast-to-noise ratios (CNRs), and quantitative size of myocardial scar were assessed on pairs of bh-ss-LGE and moco-ss-LGE. The mean ± standard deviation of the parameters was obtained. The results were compared using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Results: The moco-ss-LGE images had better IQ scores than the bh-ss-LGE images (4.55 ± 0.55 vs. 3.68 ± 0.45, p < 0.001). The CNR of the scar to the remote myocardium (34.46 ± 11.85 vs. 26.13 ± 10.04, p < 0.001), scar to left ventricle (LV) cavity (13.09 ± 7.95 vs. 9.84 ± 6.65, p = 0.030), and LV cavity to remote myocardium (33.12 ± 15.53 vs. 22.69 ± 11.27, p < 0.001) were consistently greater for moco-ss-LGE images than for bh-ss-LGE images. Measurements of scar size did not differ significantly between LGE pairs using the following three different quantification methods: 1) full width at half-maximum method; 23.84 ± 12.88% vs. 24.05 ± 12.81% (p = 0.820), 2) 6-standard deviation method, 15.14 ± 10.78% vs. 15.99 ± 10.99% (p = 0.186), and 3) 3-standard deviation method; 36.51 ± 17.60% vs. 37.50 ± 17.90% (p = 0.785). Conclusion: Motion-corrected averaging may allow for superior IQ and CNRs with free-breathing in single-shot LGE imaging, with a herald of free-breathing moco-ss-LGE as the scar imaging technique of choice for clinical practice.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제48권9호
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• pp.998-1003
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• 2005

목 적 : 소아에서 급성 신우신염 후에 신반흔이 형성될 수 있고, 형성된 신반흔은 고혈압, 신부전을 야기 시킬 수 있다. 이러한 신반흔을 일으킬 수 있는 요인으로 대표적인 것이 방광 요관 역류의 존재였다. 그러나 계속적으로 신반흔과 방광 요관 역류가 상관이 없다는 연구 결과가 있어 이에 대한 다른 관찰이 필요하였다. 본 연구는 요로 감염 후 일측성 방광 요관 역류를 보이는 환아를 모아서 신반흔의 발생에 대하여 살펴보았다. 방 법 : 1996년 1월에서 2004년 12월까지 부산 왈레스기념 침례병원 소아과에 요로 감염으로 입원한 환아 중 VCUG를 시행하여 일측성 방광 요관 역류를 보인 35명의 환아를 대상으로 하였다. 입원초기에 ESR, CRP, 신장초음파 검사를 시행하였고 요로 배양검사 음성 후 VCUG 검사를 하였다. 4-6개월 후 DMSA 스캔을 시행하였고 신반흔 발생 유무와 나이, 성별, 발열 기간, ESR, CRP, 방광 요관 역류의 유무, 방광 요관 역류 정도에 대하여 조사하였다. 결 과 : 1) 방광 요관 역류를 보이는 35신단위에서 신반흔 발생률은 29%로 방광 요관 역류가 없는 35신단위의 3%에 비해 유의하게 높았다(P<0.05). 2) 방광 요관 역류가 있으면서 신반흔을 보인 10신단위의 역류 등급은 3등급 이상으로 역류 정도가 심할수록 신반흔 발생이 유의하게 높았다(P<0.05). 3) 나이에 따른 신반흔 발생은 1세 이하와 1세 이상으로 나누었을 때 유의한 차이를 보이지 않았다(P>0.05). 4) 치료 전 발열 기간이 길수록 신반흔 형성이 유의하게 높았다(P<0.05). 5) 진단시의 CRP, ESR 염증수치는 신반흔 형성 신단위에서 $12.8{\pm}7.3mg/dL$, $56.3{\pm}23.8mm/hr$이고 신반흔 무형성군에서 $3.9{\pm}3.8mg/dL$, $27.9{\pm}18.1mm/hr$으로 신반흔 형성군에서 유의하게 높았다(P<0.05). 결 론 : 신반흔의 형성에는 방광 요관 역류와 강한 연관성이 있었고 이외에 방광 요관 역류 정도, 발열 기간, CRP, ESR 등과 유의한 관련성을 가졌고 나이와는 무관하였다. 요로 감염 뒤의 신반흔 형성에 방광 요관 역류가 큰 영향을 미치므로 요로 감염을 앓은 환아에서 VCUG 검사를 통하여 방광 요관 역류의 유무를 알아내어 적절하게 치료함으로써 신반흔을 예방하여 고혈압, 신부전과 같은 합병증의 발생을 막는 것이 중요할 것으로 생각된다.