• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제48권1호
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• pp.25-32
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• 2015

Background: We evaluated operative outcomes after third or more cardiac operations for valvular heart disease, and analyzed whether pericardial coverage with artificial membrane is helpful for subsequent reoperation. Methods: From 2000 to 2012, 149 patients (male : female=70 : 79; mean age at operation, $57.0{\pm}11.3$ years) underwent their third to fifth operations for valvular heart disease. Early results were compared between patients who underwent their third operation (n=114) and those who underwent fourth or fifth operation (n=35). Outcomes were also compared between 71 patients who had their pericardium open during the previous operation and 27 patients who had artificial membrane coverage. Results: Intraoperative adverse events occurred in 22 patients (14.8%). Right atrium (n=6) and innominate vein (n=5) were most frequently injured. In-hospital mortality rate was 9.4%. Total cardiopulmonary bypass time ($225{\pm}77$ minutes vs. $287{\pm}134$ minutes, p=0.012) and the time required to prepare aortic cross clamp ($209{\pm}57$ minutes vs. $259{\pm}68$ minutes, p<0.001) increased as reoperations were repeated. However, intraoperative event rate (13.2% vs. 20.0%), in-hospital mortality (9.6% vs. 8.6%) and postoperative complications were not statistically different according to the number of previous operations. Pericardial closure using artificial membrane at previous operation was not beneficial in reducing intraoperative events (25.9% vs. 18.3%) and shortening operation time preparing aortic cross clamp ($248{\pm}64$ minutes vs. $225{\pm}59$ minutes) as compared to no-closure. Conclusion: Clinical outcomes of the third or more operations for valvular heart disease were acceptable in terms of intraoperative adverse events and in-hospital mortality rates. There were no differences in the incidence of intraoperative adverse events, early mortality and postoperative complications between third cardiac operation and fourth or more.

• Journal of Korean Biological Nursing Science
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• 제11권1호
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• pp.68-76
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• 2009

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the hemodynamic changes in degree and duration that occur during Valsalva maneuver (VM). Furthermore, we wanted to investigate the patterns and mechanisms of physiological hemodynamic control. Method: Thirty six healthy college students were recruited from Y university. Each participant was provided with written informed consent. Blood pressure (BP), heart rate (HR), cardiac output (CO) were continuously recorded using the Finometer. Result: During the phase I of VM, means of systolic and diastolic pressures were increased by 32.15% and 38.28%, respectively, compared with basal values. HR and CO were decreased by 9.91% and 13.01%, respectively. Immediately after the maneuver (phase III), systolic and diastolic pressures were decreased by 5.05% and 6.24%, respectively, compared with those obtained in the phase II. HR and CO were elevated by 13.33% and 11.93%, respectively, compared to the levels of earlier phases. BPs were represented with overshoot in the phase IV, and recovered by baseline values about 20 sec after VM. Conclusion: These results demonstrated that hemodynamic changes are variable in the event of VM even in healthy humans. It will be valuable to accumulate more quantitative hemodynamic information in special populations such as the elderly and the patients with cardiovascular problems.

• 대한전기학회:학술대회논문집
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• 대한전기학회 1999년도 하계학술대회 논문집 B
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• pp.994-996
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• 1999

In this paper, we proposed complex demodulation method(CDM) to visualize the instantaneous frequency change of LF component and HF component of HRV signals, which represent the dynamics of sympathetic and parasympathetic (vagal) tone, respectively. As we know the range of the center frequencies of each autonomic tones, we could apply complex demodulation method. To simulate the heart rate variability signal, the IFPM model was adopted for generation of simulated cardiac event series. Then, we can visualize and access the dynamic changes of LF and HF component of autonomic tones in the time-frequency domain.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제25권1호
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• pp.57-65
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• 1992

St.Jude Medical cardiac valve replacement was performed in 322 patients: 191 had mitral, 58 had aortic, 72 had double valve and 3 had tricuspid valve replacement. Motality rate in early period was 2.8%[9 patients]. The most common cause of early death was low cardic output syndrome. Follow up extended from 1 to 90 months[mean: 34 months] in 292 patients among 313 in all surviving patients [93.6%]. There were thrombolic complications in eighteen patients. The probability of free from thromboembolism at 5 yerars in MVR, AVR and DVR were 84.7%, 91.8% and 90.2% respectively. And also, actuarial event free rate at 5 years in MVR, AVR and DVR were 80.1%, 82.2%, and 81.4% respectively. There were fourteen late death during follow up period: six from thromboembolism, one from hemorrhage and the others from non valve related -or unknown complications. The acturial survival rate at 5 years were 93.1% in mitral, 92.1% in aortic and 97.1% in double valve replacement. In conclusion, the performance of the St. Jude Mecanical valve compares most favorably with other artificial valves. But it remains still hazards of mechanical prosthesis such as thromboembolism and anticoagulant related hemorrhage.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제19권3호
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• pp.464-469
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• 1986

Pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum, and with VSD were uncommon congenital anomalies with high mortality in the neonatal period. Those survivals depend on an adequate interatrial communication or interventricular communication and pulmonary flow via large aortopulmonary collateral including PDA. Recently we experienced surgical correction of 2 cases pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum and with VSD. On case 1, 10-years old male patient was confirmed as pulmonary valvular membranous atresia with intact ventricular septum combined with large functioning PFO and mild tricuspid incompetence. So we performed total correction under the E.C.C, that was PDA ligation, RVOT reconstruction with monocusp valved outflow patch [16mm], repair of tricuspid insufficiency and closure of PFO. Post-operative hemodynamic result was good and there was no event during hospital course. On case 2, 16-years old female patient was diagnosed as pulmonary atresia with VSD and PDA. MPA was absent, remained fibrous cord like remnant and type of VSD was subaortic defect [3cm by 3cm in the size]. PDA was located at the usual site. Under the E.C.C. VSD patch closure through the right ventriculotomy, anastomosis between the right ventricular outflow tract and the pulmonary bifurcated site with the extra-cardiac Hancock valved conduit [22cm] and PDA ligation were performed.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제64권11호
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• pp.582-587
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• 2021

Background: Syncope is a common problem in children and adolescents. However, a large proportion of syncope cases have no underlying cause. Purpose: This study aimed to identify the factors affecting the severity of syncope using tissue Doppler imaging (TDI). Methods: This retrospective study included 61 children and adolescents with syncope who underwent echocardiography. The head-up-tilt test (HUT) was performed when there was a more severe syncopal event. We compared the echocardiographic findings between the execute HUT and nonexecute HUT, negative HUT result and positive HUT result, and normal electrocardiogram (ECG) and abnormal ECG groups. Data were analyzed using an unpaired t test post hoc analysis. Results: In the execute and nonexecute HUT groups, the odds ratios were 0.55 for medial E/E' (P=0.040) and 0.64 for lateral E/E' (P=0.049). Comparison of the results of the decreased, normal, and increased groups for lateral E/E' revealed a significant difference in the execution HUT and nonexecute HUT groups (overall, P=0.004; decreased vs. increased, P=0.003; normal vs. increased, P=0.050). Conclusion: Medial E/E' and lateral E/E' were decreased in patients with severe syncopal events. These findings suggest that the presence of left ventricular diastolic deterioration may cause hypoperfusion even in the absence of organic causes and, consequently, increase syncope severity and frequency. The TDI measured by echocardiography can be used as an index to predict syncope recurrence and/or severity.

• The Korean journal of internal medicine
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• 제33권6호
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• pp.1039-1049
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• 2018

The populations of Asian countries are expected to age rapidly in the near future, with a dramatic increase in the number of heart failure (HF) patients also anticipated. The need for palliative and end-of-life care for elderly patients with advanced HF is currently recognized in aging societies. However, palliative care and active treatment for HF are not mutually exclusive, and palliative care should be provided to reduce suffering occurring at any stage of symptomatic HF after the point of diagnosis. HF patients are at high risk of sudden cardiac death from the early stages of the disease onwards. The decision of whether to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency is challenging, especially in elderly HF patients, because of the difficulty in accurately predicting the prognosis of the condition. Furthermore, advanced HF patients are often fitted with a device, and device deactivation at the end of life is a complicated process. Treatment strategies should thus be discussed by multi-disciplinary teams, including palliative experts, and should consider patient directives to address the problems discussed above. Open communication with the HF patient regarding the expected prognosis, course, and treatment options will serve to support the patient and aid in future planning.

• 대한신경집중치료학회지
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• 제11권2호
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• pp.124-128
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• 2018

Background: Secundum atrial septal defect (ASD) is a common congenital heart defect in adults. Patients with ASDs at high risk of cardiovascular complications undergo either surgical repair or percutaneous device closure. Case Report: We report the case of an 85-year-old male with unusual recurrent cerebral infarctions. The patient has undergone repair of secundum ASD 12 years ago. Evaluation by transesophageal echocardiography revealed a mobile mass at the patch repair site in the left atrium. The mass was surgically removed due to recurrent stroke during the anticoagulation. Conclusion: This case emphasizes the importance of regular cardiac checkup and the need to consider cardioembolic source as being part of the etiology of stroke recurrence, even if the event occurs many years after intracardiac shunt closures.

• Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
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• 제45권1호
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• pp.153-168
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• 1998

연구배경: 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자들에서 동반될 수 있는 전신성 고혈압과 심부정백을 포함한 심혈관계 기능 부전은 장기사망률을 증가시키는 중요한 요인으로 생각되고 있다. 그러나 이들 환자에서 심혈관계 기능부전이 발생하는 병태생리학적 기전에 관한 정설은 확립 되지 못한 실정이다. 방 법: 저자들은 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자 29명과 대조군 25명을 대상으로 수면다원검사, 각성시와 수면 중 요 catecholamines 농도 측정, 24 시간 활동중 심전도 및 혈압 감시를 실시하여 자료를 비교 분석함으로써 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡이 전신성 혈압, 심조율 및 요 catecholamines 농도 변화에 미치는 영향을 이해하고자 하였다. 결 과: 1) 요 norepinephrine (UNE) 및 epinephrine(UEP) 농도는 페쇄성 수면 무호흡증후군환자와 대조군 모두에서 각성시에 비하여 수면중에 유의하게 감소하였다(P<0.01). 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자들의 수면중 UNE 농도는 대조군에 비하여 유의하게 높았으나(P<0.05), 각성시 UNE 농도는 대조군과 유의한 차이가 없었다. 두군 모두에서 전신성 고혈압의 동반 여부와 각성시 및 수면중 UNE 및 UEP 농도 상호간의 관련성은 없었다. 2) 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자들에서는 수면 중 혈압 하강이 없는 경우 (non-dipper) 가 통계적으로 유의하지는 않았으나 대조군에 비하여 많은 경향을 보였으며(P=0.089), 수면중 혈압 하강의 유무와 전신성 고혈압의 동반 여부와는 상호 관련성이 없었다. 3) 전체 연구 대상에서 각성시 및 수면중 평균 수축기 혈압은 무호흡지수, 무호흡-저호흡지수, 수면중 최저 산소포화도, 수면중 산소 탈포화정도와 상호 관련성이 있었으며, 수면중 UNE 농도는 무호흡지수, 무호흡-저호흡지수, 수면중 최저 산소포화도 및 산소 탈포화정도, 수면중 평균 수축기 혈압과 관련성이 있었다. 4) 무호흡지수가 20 이상인 14명의 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자들에서 무호흡 시기 동안의 섬박동수는 무호흡이 시작되기 전에 비하여 감소하였고, 무호흡이 끝나고 호흡이 재개되는 시기에는 우호흡이 시작되기 전에 비하여 유의한 증가를 보였으며 (P<0.01), 이러한 변화는 무호흡의 기간이 길수록 더욱 현저하였다 (P<0.01). 무호흡 시기와 무호흡이 끝나고 호흡이 재개되는 시기의 심박동수 차이 (${\Delta}HR$) 는 무호흡 발생 전후의 동맥혈 산소포화도의 차이 (${\Delta}SaO_2$)와 매우 유의한 상관관계를 보였다 (r=0.223, P<0.001). 5) 심부정맥의 발생 빈도는 두군 사이에 유의한 차이가 없었으며, 대조군에서는 심실성 기외수축이 각성시에 비하여 수면중에 현저히 감소하였으나(P<0.05), 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자들에서는 수면중에도 각성시와 차이가 없었다. 결 론: 폐쇄성 수면 무호흡 증후군 환자들은 수면중에 무호홉, 저산소증 및 각성의 주기가 반복됨으로써 교감신경계 활성도의 변화가 초래될 수 있으며, 반복되는 저산소증과 교감신경계 활성도 증가는 전신성 혈압 및 심기능의 변화를 포함한 여러 가지 심혈관계 기능부전의 발생에 영향을 미칠 것으로 생각된다.

• 한국임상약학회지
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• 제27권1호
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• pp.15-21
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• 2017

Objective: The perioperative management of antithrombotic therapy is often challenging and it requires a fine balance between the risk of hemorrhage and thrombosis. We aimed to evaluate the antithrombotic management for moderate to high risk patients in real world setting. Methods: Among the patients who were consulted to the neurologist for the evaluation of perioperative risk from 2010 to 2012, patients undergoing moderate to high risk surgery and taking antithrombotics within 30 days were identified. We analyzed the timing of discontinuation and reinitiation of antithrombotic drugs before or after surgery as well as the status of bridging therapy. In addition, the conformity with the guideline suggested by American College of Chest Physicians was assessed. The rate of thromboembolic event and major hemorrhage were also investigated. Results: A total of 329 patients were included. The concordance rate of warfarin stop and restart time with guideline was 23.4% and 10.3%, respectively. Continuing aspirin in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery or non-cardiac surgery in patients with high risk for cardiovascular events were 59.2% and 2.6%, respectively. Bridging therapy was adopted in 92.9% and 81.2% in patients who had received anticoagulant before surgery and who were at high and low risk thromboembolism, respectively. In entire cohorts, 30-day incidence of major bleeding and thromboembolic event were 31.9% and 3.0%. Co-morbid renal disease were shown as independent predictor for major bleeding (adjusted OR 2.65. 95% CI 1.33-5.28). Conclusion: The concordance rate with guideline regarding perioperative antithrombotic use was low and bridging therapy was prevalent in patients undergoing moderate to high risk surgery.