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kn-title=Implicit effect of visual long-term memory for nonverbal objects on recognition judgment
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kn-abstract=This study uses an indirect recognition procedure to examine whether prior exposure to nonverbal visual objects affects recognition judgments in later, unrelated recognition tests. We also examined the effect of matching operations between study and test on recognition judgments. The experiment consisted of two sessions. The first session was an incidental learning task: Each object was presented twice, and participants were asked to count the number of corners of the presented object. In the second session after 3 weeks, participants performed the same task as in the first session and then performed an unexpected recognition test. In this test, participants were asked to identify whether the presented object had appeared in the second session. To unify the operation between study and test, some participants were required to count the number of corners of the presented object before the recognition judgment. The results revealed that recognition performance for the objects that appeared in the first session was significantly different from that of objects that had not appeared, even when participants were not asked to recall the episode of the first session when performing the recognition test. Although the results of the effect of the matching operation suggested a negative effect on recognition, the results were unclear. This finding indicates that representations for nonverbal objects are preserved for at least 3 weeks. This also highlights the need to consider the implicit effect of a brief prior experience on recognition judgments.
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en-aut-name=MasuokaTomoe
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en-affil=Department of Criminal Psychology, University of Human Environments
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en-affil=Faculty of Education, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Faculty of Education, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Visual perception
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kn-title=The response to thermospermine is fine-tuned by the balance between SAC51 and LHW family proteins in Arabidopsis thaliana
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kn-abstract=Thermospermine negatively regulates xylem formation. In Arabidopsis, SAC51 and SACL3, members of the SAC51 gene family encoding basic loop-helix-loop (bHLH) proteins play a key role in this regulation. These mRNAs contain an upstream open-reading-frame (uORF) that is highly conserved across species, and its inhibitory effect on the main ORF translation is alleviated by thermospermine. A double knockout of SAC51 and SACL3 results in thermospermine insensitivity at high concentrations that normally inhibit xylem formation and shoot growth in the wild type. Conversely, uORF mutants of SAC51, SACL3, and SACL1 suppress the excessive xylem formation and dwarf phenotype of acl5, a mutant defective in thermospermine biosynthesis. In this study, we generated genome-edited uORF mutants of SACL2 and confirmed that they partially recover the acl5 phenotype. All uORF mutants exhibited increased sensitivity to thermospermine. SACL3 represses the function of LHW, a key bHLH transcription factor required for xylem proliferation, through direct interaction. We found that the lhw mutant is also hypersensitive to thermospermine, while this sensitivity was suppressed by the sac51 sacl3 double knockout. Yeast two-hybrid assays demonstrated that all four SAC51 family members interact with LHW and its family members. These findings suggest that overaccumulation of SAC51 family proteins leads to thermospermine hypersensitivity by repressing the function of LHW family proteins, whose activity must be fine-tuned to ensure proper xylem development.
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en-aut-name=XuYao
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en-aut-name=MotoseHiroyasu
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en-aut-name=TakahashiTaku
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Arabidopsis thaliana
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kn-title=RNA processing/modifying enzymes play key roles in the response to thermospermine in Arabidopsis thaliana
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kn-abstract=Thermospermine is involved in negative regulation of xylem differentiation by enhancing the translation of mRNAs of the SAC51 gene family in Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana). These mRNAs contain conserved upstream open reading frames (uORFs) that interfere with the translation of the main ORF. To investigate the mechanism by which thermospermine acts in this process, we isolated mutants insensitive to thermospermine, named ‘its’. We show that the four genes responsible for these mutants, its1 to its4, encode: (i) a homolog of SPOUT RNA methyltransferase, (ii) an rRNA pseudouridine synthase CBF5/NAP57, (iii) a putative spliceosome disassembly factor STIPL1/NTR1, and (iv) a plant-specific RNA-binding protein PHIP1. These four mutants were found to have much higher levels of thermospermine than the wild-type. While all these mutants except its1 appear almost normal, they enhance the dwarf phenotype of a mutant of ACL5, which encodes thermospermine synthase, resulting in tiny plants resembling a double knockout of ACL5 and SACL3, a member of the SAC51 family. Reporter assays revealed that GUS activity from the CaMV 35S promoter-SAC51 5′-GUS fusion construct was significantly reduced in its1 and its4 or not affected in its2 and its3, while it was slightly increased in its1, its3, and its4, or not changed in its2 by thermospermine. These findings underscore the critical role of RNA processing and modification in the thermospermine-dependent translational regulation of uORF-containing transcripts.
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en-aut-name=SaraumiMitsuru
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en-aut-name=TanakaTakahiro
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en-aut-name=KoyamaDaiki
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en-aut-name=TakahashiYoshihiro
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en-aut-name=MotoseHiroyasu
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en-aut-name=TakahashiTaku
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Engineering, Kyushu Sangyo University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Life Science, Faculty of Life Science, Kyushu Sangyo University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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dt-pub-year=2025
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kn-title=Effect of environmental conditions on seed germination and seedling growth in Cuscuta campestris
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kn-abstract=Dodder (Cuscuta) is an obligate parasitic plant that cannot survive without a host and causes significant damage to crop yields. To understand its growth characteristics before parasitism, we examined the effects of environmental conditions on seed germination and seedling growth in Cuscuta campestris Yunck. Among various factors, we focused on the effects of light, pH, temperature, sugars, salts, hormones, amino acids and polyamines on seeds sown on agar plates. Regarding the effect of light on germination, far-red light was preferable rather than red light and the reversible response of seeds to red and far-red light was confirmed, implicating a phytochrome-mediated signaling pathway opposite to that in many seed plants. Among the amino acids, aspartic acid and alanine had a promotive effect, while histidine had an inhibitory effect on germination. We further found that, in addition to gibberellic acid, methyl jasmonate stimulated both germination and shoot elongation. While 2,4-D extended the viability of trichomes around the root cap, kinetin induced the formation of scale leaves on the shoot and undifferentiated cell clusters at the base of the shoot and root tip. Real-time reverse transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR) experiments confirmed that the expression of a putative RbcS gene for photosynthesis showed no response to light, whereas that of a Phytochrome A homolog increased in the dark. Our results indicate that some of the molecular mechanisms involved in responding to light and hormone signals are uniquely modified in dodder seedlings, providing clues for understanding the survival strategy of parasitic plants.
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en-aut-name=NagaoKoki
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en-aut-mei=Koki
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
en-aut-name=TakahashiTaku
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en-aut-mei=Taku
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en-aut-name=YokoyamaRyusuke
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Life Sciences, Tohoku University
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en-keyword=Cuscuta
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en-keyword=Environmental conditions
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en-keyword=Hormone responses
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article-no=
start-page=e94062
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dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20251007
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kn-title=Refractive Error Correction With Glasses in Congenital Ocular Fundus Anomalies: A Retrospective Series of 18 Children With Different Disease Entities Followed Up for More Than 10 Years
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kn-abstract=Objectives: Children with congenital anomalies of the posterior segment of the eye are in the process of visual development, and thus, their refractive errors should be detected by cycloplegic refraction testing to prescribe full-correction glasses, if required, and to help their visual acuity develop with growth. This study aimed to review refractive correction in children with congenital ocular fundus anomalies.
Methods: A retrospective review was conducted on 18 consecutive children (11 female and seven male children) who were diagnosed with ocular fundus anomalies and followed for 10 years or more by a single ophthalmologist at a referral-based hospital. The age at the initial visit ranged from 10 days after birth to 11 years, with a median of one year and four months, and the age at the last visit ranged from 10 to 32 years, with a median of 15 years. The follow-up periods ranged from 10 to 21 years at a median of 15 years.
Results: The diagnoses were familial exudative vitreoretinopathy (FEVR) in eight children, persistent fetal vasculature (PFV) in five, morning glory disc anomaly in two, optic nerve and choroidal coloboma (CHARGE syndrome) in two, and Coats disease in one. Full-correction glasses were prescribed in eight children, while the remaining 10 children did not wear glasses. Among nine children with the uncorrected visual acuity of 1.0 or better in one eye and the visual acuity in the other eye ranging from light perception to 0.01, eight children did not wear glasses, and one child wore glasses with hyperopic correction. The diagnoses in these nine children were PFV in five children, morning glory disc anomaly in two, FEVR in one, and Coats disease in one. In seven children who wore full-correction glasses, the best corrected visual acuity in the better eye ranged from 0.2 to 0.9 at a median of 0.5. In contrast, the visual acuity in the other eye ranged from light perception to 0.1 at a median of 0.03. The diagnoses of these seven children were FEVR in five children and CHARGE syndrome in two. The five children with FEVR showed myopic astigmatism in both eyes, while the two children with CHARGE syndrome showed hyperopic astigmatism in both eyes.
Conclusion: Children with unilateral eye anomalies such as PFV and morning glory disc anomaly did not wear glasses since their healthy eyes had good uncorrected visual acuity. In contrast, children with involvement of both eyes in FEVR and CHARGE syndrome wore full-correction glasses. Rough information regarding full-correction glasses in each category would help clinicians cope with rare congenital eye diseases. However, this conclusion is generally applicable to the standard practice of pediatric ophthalmology.
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en-aut-name=MatsuoToshihiko
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en-affil=Department of Ophthalmology, Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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en-keyword=charge syndrome
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en-keyword=familial exudative vitreoretinopathy (fevr)
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kn-title=Cancer-associated fibroblast-derived SOD3 enhances lymphangiogenesis to drive metastasis in lung adenocarcinoma
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kn-abstract=Despite advancements in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality due to its aggressive metastatic potential. Extracellular superoxide dismutase (SOD3) is an antioxidant enzyme that regulates oxidative stress and is regarded as a tumor suppressor. However, studies have demonstrated that SOD3 can either promote or inhibit cell proliferation and survival in various cancers, and its molecular mechanisms within the tumor microenvironment are poorly understood. In this study, we report a breakthrough in uncovering the role of SOD3 derived from cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) in LUAD. Using LUAD xenograft models co-implanted with SOD3-overexpressing CAFs (CAFSOD3), we observe an aggressive tumor phenotype characterized by increased lymphangiogenesis and lymphatic vessel invasion (LVI) of the tumor. Additionally, LUAD patients with elevated SOD3 levels exhibit a higher incidence of LVI and metastasis. Notably, RNA sequencing of CAFSOD3 reveals that SOD3-mediated VEGF-dependent tumor progression and lymphangiogenesis are up-regulated. Furthermore, single-cell transcriptomic analysis of LUAD clinical samples confirms a strong correlation between SOD3 expression in fibroblasts and characteristics of tumor exacerbation, such as lymphangiogenesis and metastasis. These findings underscore new insights into the role of CAF-derived SOD3 in LUAD progression and highlight its potential as a biomarker and therapeutic target.
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en-aut-name=OoMay Wathone
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aut-affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=School of Medicine, Kobe University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Oral Pathology and Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Thoracic Surgery, National Hospital Organization, Shikoku Cancer Center
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of General Thoracic Surgery and Breast and Endocrinological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Pathophysiology and Drug Discovery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Cancer-associated fibroblast
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en-keyword=Superoxide dismutase 3
kn-keyword=Superoxide dismutase 3
en-keyword=Lymphangiogenesis
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en-keyword=Angiogenesis
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en-keyword=Metastasis
kn-keyword=Metastasis
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kn-title=Development and validation of an algorithm for identifying patients undergoing dialysis from patients with advanced chronic kidney disease
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kn-abstract=Background Identifying patients on dialysis among those with an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)?15 mL/min/1.73 m2 remains challenging. To facilitate clinical research in advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) using electronic health records, we aimed to develop algorithms to identify dialysis patients using laboratory data obtained in routine practice.
Methods We collected clinical data of patients with an eGFR?15 mL/min/1.73 m2 from six clinical research core hospitals across Japan: four hospitals for the derivation cohort and two for the validation cohort. The candidate factors for the classification models were identified using logistic regression with stepwise backward selection. To ensure transplant patients were not included in the non-dialysis population, we excluded individuals with the disease code Z94.0.
Results We collected data from 1142 patients, with 640 (56%) currently undergoing hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis (PD), including 426 of 763 patients in the derivation cohort and 214 of 379 patients in the validation cohort. The prescription of PD solutions perfectly identified patients undergoing dialysis. After excluding patients prescribed PD solutions, seven laboratory parameters were included in the algorithm. The areas under the receiver operation characteristic curve were 0.95 and 0.98 and the positive and negative predictive values were 90.9% and 91.4% in the derivation cohort and 96.2% and 94.6% in the validation cohort, respectively. The calibrations were almost linear.
Conclusions We identified patients on dialysis among those with an eGFR?15 ml/min/1.73 m2. This study paves the way for database research in nephrology, especially for patients with non-dialysis-dependent advanced CKD.
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kn-title=Computed tomography versus aortography for transcatheter patent ductus arteriosus closure in adults
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kn-abstract=Accurate sizing of the patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is essential for successful transcatheter closure. While aortography is the standard imaging modality, computed tomography (CT) may offer superior anatomical visualization. This study aimed to compare the accuracy and procedural outcomes of preprocedural CT versus aortography alone in adult patients undergoing transcatheter PDA closure. We retrospectively analyzed 54 adult patients who underwent PDA closure using the Amplatzer? Duct Occluder between 2009 and 2024. Nineteen patients were treated based on aortography alone and 35 based on preprocedural CT. We compared procedural characteristics and outcomes, including device size exchange and procedure time. A simulation study was also conducted in which two blinded implanters independently predicted occluder size based on CT and aortography, with actual implanted device size used as the reference. The CT group had significantly larger PDA sizes and implanted device sizes. Device replacement was required in three patients in the aortography group but none in the CT group. Procedure time was shorter in the CT group (60?±?9 vs. 70?±?14 min, p?=?0.003). Simulation results showed that CT more accurately predicted the actual implanted device size (85% vs. 63%, p?=?0.008). PDA size at the pulmonary artery end was significantly underestimated by aortography. Preprocedural CT improved procedural efficiency and device selection accuracy in adult PDA closure. These findings suggest that CT imaging may enhance planning and safety in transcatheter PDA interventions.
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kn-title=Cardiac Myosin Inhibitors in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: From Sarcomere to Clinic
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kn-abstract=Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a primary myocardial disease characterized by unexplained left ventricular hypertrophy, often resulting from pathogenic variants of sarcomeric protein genes. Conventional treatments, such as the use of beta blockers or calcium channel blockers, focus on symptomatic control but do not address the underlying hypercontractility at the sarcomere level. Recent advances in molecular understanding have led to the development of cardiac myosin inhibitors that directly modulate sarcomeric function by reducing myosin?actin cross-bridge formation and adenosine triphosphatase (ATPase) activity. Mavacamten and aficamten have shown promising results in phase 2 and 3 clinical trials, improving symptoms, exercise capacity, and left ventricular outflow tract gradients in patients with obstructive HCM. This review summarizes the current understanding of HCM pathophysiology, diagnostic strategies, and conventional treatments with a focus on the mechanisms of action of myosin inhibitors, clinical evidence supporting their use, and future directions for improvement. We also discuss their potential applications in non-obstructive HCM and the importance of precision medicine guided by genetic profiling.
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kn-title=Study on an Effective Coolant Supply Method in the Side Plunge Grinding Process
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kn-abstract=Grinding is widely used for finishing components with journal and thrust surfaces, such as crankshafts. Side-plunge grinding enables the simultaneous finishing of thrust and cylindrical surfaces in a single plunge. However, compared to cylindrical grinding, it involves a larger contact area between the grinding wheel and the workpiece, leading to increased heat generation. In particular, poor coolant penetration near internal corners can degrade surface quality, potentially causing stress concentrations and cracks. To enhance coolant effectiveness in side-plunge grinding, this study installs a high-pressure nozzle that supplies coolant from the side of the grinding wheel. The effectiveness of this setup is experimentally verified. Additionally, the distribution of coolant flow within the contact area between the grinding wheel and the workpiece is measured to determine the optimal nozzle position for efficient coolant delivery. The nozzle’s performance is evaluated by measuring the workpiece surface temperature using a wire/workpiece thermocouple, the amount of coolant discharged from the grinding wheel, and the residual stress distribution. The results show that coolant penetrates the grinding wheel and effectively reaches the grinding zone, enhancing the cooling effect. This study clarifies the relationship between effective coolant supply and the position of the side nozzle. Considering physical constraints, such as potential interference during grinding, the optimal nozzle location is as close as possible to both the edge of the grinding wheel and the workpiece. This positioning ensures maximum coolant delivery, reduces grinding temperature, and helps suppress drastic variations in residual stress.
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kn-title=Persistent homology elucidates hierarchical structures responsible for mechanical properties in covalent amorphous solids
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kn-abstract=Understanding how atomic-level structures govern the mechanical properties of amorphous materials remains a fundamental challenge in solid-state physics. Under mechanical loading, amorphous materials exhibit simple affine and spatially inhomogeneous nonaffine displacements that contribute to the elastic modulus through the Born (affine) and nonaffine terms, respectively. The differences between soft local structures characterized by small Born terms or large nonaffine displacements have yet to be elucidated. This challenge is particularly complex in covalent amorphous materials such as silicon, where the medium-range order (MRO) plays a crucial role in the network structure. To address these issues, we combined molecular dynamics simulations with persistent homology analysis. Our results reveal that local structures with small Born terms are governed by short-range characteristics, whereas those with large nonaffine displacements exhibit hierarchical structures in which short-range disorder is embedded within the MRO. These hierarchical structures are also strongly correlated with low-energy localized vibrational excitations. Our findings demonstrate that the mechanical responses and dynamic properties of covalent amorphous materials are intrinsically linked to the MRO, providing a framework for understanding and tailoring their properties.
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kn-title=Data inventory, processing, and reporting on plant blindness among high school students in three schools in West Java
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kn-abstract=Plant blindness is a problem related to a person's inability to realize, recognize, and know the benefits and roles of plants. After some research, there was a shift in the term, from Plant Blindness to Plant Awareness Disparity. This study aims to find out the prevalence of Plant Blindness in three high schools in West Java. The method used in this study is descriptive Cross sectional. The results of this study revealed that there were differences in the level of plant awareness in the three schools studied. One of the schools in the city of Bandung showed the highest plant awareness rate. In addition, it was also found that students who had a high level of plant awareness had a high perception of plant awareness. As a follow-up, further research can be carried out to collect more data so that it becomes a whole population. In addition, researchers can then use additional instruments so that more things can be revealed about plant blindness.
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en-aut-name=SorayaPuan Helwa Rezha
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affil-num=4
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en-keyword=Descriptive statistics
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kn-title=Fully-gapped superconductivity with rotational symmetry breaking in pressurized kagome metal CsV3Sb5
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kn-abstract=The discovery of the kagome metal CsV3Sb5 has generated significant interest in its complex physical properties, particularly its superconducting behavior under different pressures, though its nature remains debated. Here, we performed low-temperature, high-pressure 121/123Sb nuclear quadrupole resonance (NQR) measurements to explore the superconducting pairing symmetry in CsV3Sb5. At ambient pressure, we found that the spin-lattice relaxation rate 1/T1 exhibits a kink at T ~ 0.4 Tc within the superconducting state and follows a T3 variation as temperature further decreases. This suggests the presence of two superconducting gaps with line nodes in the smaller one. As pressure increases beyond Pc ~ 1.85?GPa, where the charge-density wave phase is completely suppressed, 1/T1 shows no Hebel-Slichter peak just below Tc, and decreases rapidly, even faster than T5, indicating that the gap is fully opened for pressures above Pc. In this high pressure region, the angular dependence of the in-plane upper critical magnetic field Hc2 breaks the C6 rotational symmetry. We propose the s + id pairing at P > Pc which explains both the 1/T1 and Hc2 behaviors. Our findings indicate that CsV3Sb5 is an unconventional superconductor and its superconducting state is even more exotic at high pressures.
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affil-num=9
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kn-title=Application of LMM-Derived Prompt-Based AIGC in Low-Altitude Drone-Based Concrete Crack Monitoring
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kn-abstract=In recent years, large multimodal models (LMMs), such as ChatGPT 4o and DeepSeek R1?artificial intelligence systems capable of multimodal (e.g., image and text) human?computer interaction?have gained traction in industrial and civil engineering applications. Concurrently, insufficient real-world drone-view data (specifically close-distance, high-resolution imagery) for civil engineering scenarios has heightened the importance of artificially generated content (AIGC) or synthetic data as supplementary inputs. AIGC is typically produced via text-to-image generative models (e.g., Stable Diffusion, DALL-E) guided by user-defined prompts. This study leverages LMMs to interpret key parameters for drone-based image generation (e.g., color, texture, scene composition, photographic style) and applies prompt engineering to systematize these parameters. The resulting LMM-generated prompts were used to synthesize training data for a You Only Look Once version 8 segmentation model (YOLOv8-seg). To address the need for detailed crack-distribution mapping in low-altitude drone-based monitoring, the trained YOLOv8-seg model was evaluated on close-distance crack benchmark datasets. The experimental results confirm that LMM-prompted AIGC is a viable supplement for low-altitude drone crack monitoring, achieving >80% classification accuracy (images with/without cracks) at a confidence threshold of 0.5.
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kn-title=Reduced Thermal Conductivity of Hydrous Aluminous Silica and Calcium Ferrite‐Type Phase Promote Water Transportation to Earth's Deep Mantle
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kn-abstract=Subduction of oceanic slabs introduces chemical heterogeneities in the Earth's interior, which could further induce thermal, seismic, and geodynamical anomalies. Thermal conductivity of slab minerals crucially controls the thermal evolution and dynamics of the subducted slab and ambient mantle, while such an important transport property remains poorly constrained. Here we have precisely measured high pressure-temperature thermal conductivity of hydrous aluminous post-stishovite (ΛHy-Al-pSt) and aluminum-rich calcium ferrite-type phase (ΛCF), two important minerals in the subducted basaltic crust in the lower mantle. Compared to the dry aluminous stishovite and pure stishovite, hydration substantially reduces the ΛHy-Al-pSt, resulting in ?9.7?13.3 W m?1 K?1 throughout the lower mantle. Surprisingly, the ΛCF remains at ?3?3.8 W m?1 K?1 in the lower mantle, few-folds lower than previously assumed. Our data modeling offers better constraints on the thermal conductivity of the subducted oceanic crust from mantle transition zone to the lowermost mantle region, which is less thermally conductive than previously modeled. Our findings suggest that if the post-stishovite carries large amounts of water to the lower mantle, the poorer heat conduction through the basaltic crust reduces the slab's temperature, which not only allows the slab bringing more hydrous minerals to greater depth, but also increases slab's density and viscosity, potentially impacting the stability of heterogeneous structures at the lowermost mantle.
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kn-title=Presence of a Deletion Mutation of Myostatin (MSTN) Gene Associated With Double-Muscling Phenotype in Japanese Black Cattle Population
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kn-abstract=Mutations in the bovine myostatin (MSTN) gene have been identified as the causative factor for the double-muscling phenotype in several European cattle breeds, including Belgian Blue, Piedmontese, and Shorthorn. In Japan, following the Meiji Restoration, several European breeds, including Shorthorn, Brown Swiss, Devon, Simmental, and Ayrshire, were introduced and crossbred with native cattle to develop modern Japanese beef cattle breeds, such as Japanese Black cattle. Historical records regarding the breeding of Japanese Black cattle indicate that the double-muscling phenotype, referred to as “Butajiri,” occasionally appeared in Japanese Black cattle population. These historical observations suggest the potential presence of MSTN gene mutation in the Japanese Black cattle population. The aim of this study was, therefore, to investigate the presence of MSTN gene mutation in the current Japanese Black cattle population. Through screening 400 reproductive females, we identified one cow carrying an 11-bp deletion in the MSTN gene. While further investigation of the animals in the pedigree of this cow could not reveal any living animals with this mutation, this is the first report demonstrating the presence of the MSTN mutation in the Japanese Black cattle population.
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kn-title=Post-spinel-type AB2O4 high-pressure phases in geochemistry and materials science
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kn-abstract=Post-spinel-type AB2O4 compounds are stable at higher pressures than spinel phases. These compounds have garnered much interest in geo- and materials science for their geochemical importance as well as potential application as high ionic conductors and materials with strongly correlated electrons. Here, large-volume high-pressure syntheses, structural features and properties of post-spinels are reviewed. Prospects are discussed for future searches for post-spinel-type phases by applying advanced large-volume high-pressure technology.
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en-aut-name=AkaogiMasaki
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en-aut-name=IshiiTakayuki
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en-aut-mei=Takayuki
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en-aut-name=YamauraKazunari
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en-affil=Department of Chemistry, Gakushuin University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Institute for Planetary Materials, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Research Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA), National Institute for Materials Science
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no-vol=17
cd-vols=
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article-no=
start-page=e93012
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250923
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en-title=
kn-title=Impact of a Peer-Led International Training Program on Work Motivation Among Early-Career Psychiatrists: A Mixed-Methods Study
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kn-abstract=Background
The Japan Young Psychiatrists Organization (JYPO) has conducted a Course for Academic Development of Psychiatrists (CADP), a peer-led residential international training program, since 2002 to promote the professional development of early-career psychiatrists. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of CADP on participants' work motivation using a psychometric scale and to identify the factors contributing to these changes.
Methods
We conducted a mixed-method study with 23 Japanese participants of the 21st CADP from March 8 to 10, 2024, in Himeji, Japan. Work motivation was assessed using the abbreviated version of the Measure of Multifaceted Work Motivations (MWM-12) at two time points: two weeks before and three months after the course. The total and subitem scores of the MWM-12 were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Furthermore, free-text responses collected before and after the course were subjected to qualitative analyses.
Results
Significant improvements were observed in the MWM-12 total score from pre-course to post-course. Significant increases were also identified in specific sub-items: M1 (directionality of achievement-oriented motivation), M4 (directionality of competition-oriented motivation), M6 (sustainability of competition-oriented motivation), and M9 (sustainability of cooperation-oriented motivation). Qualitative analysis revealed changes in key categories, including growth as a psychiatrist, personal networking, personal growth, and increased motivation. The integration of quantitative and qualitative findings suggested that enhanced career perspectives (M1), professional growth and peer interaction (M4), and increased self-confidence and support networks (M6 and M9) contributed to improved motivation.
Conclusion
This study demonstrated that a three-day, two-night peer-led training program positively influenced work motivation among early-career psychiatrists.
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en-affil=Department of Psychiatry, Fukkoukai Tarumi Hospital
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Psychiatry, Aizu Medical Center
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Psychiatry, The University of Osaka
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Co-learning Community Healthcare Re-innovation Office, Graduate School of Medicine, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Epileptology and Psychiatry, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Psychiatry, Association for the Improvement of Mental Health Programs (AIMHP)
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en-title=
kn-title=Integration of Cholesterol Oxidase‐Based Biosensors on a Smart Contact Lens for Wireless Cholesterol Monitoring from Tears
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kn-abstract=Cholesterol plays a critical role in physiological functions, but elevated levels increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Regular cholesterol monitoring is essential for elderly or obese individuals. Current methods, such as blood tests, are invasive, inconvenient, and require a professional operator. In contrast, tears, as an accessible body fluid, offer a promising alternative for noninvasive monitoring due to their correlation with blood cholesterol levels. Herein, a noninvasive approach for monitoring cholesterol levels in tears using a biosensor integrated into a smart contact lens is reported. The biosensor employs cholesterol oxidases as the biocatalyst, coupled with an osmium-based mediator, to detect cholesterol concentrations ranging from 0.1?mM to 1.2?mM in artificial tears. A key challenge is the extremely low cholesterol concentration in tears, which is addressed using a parity-time (P-T) symmetry-based magnetic resonance coupling system. This system enables wireless signal reading and achieves high sensitivity due to its high-quality (Q) factor, which can achieve a detection limit of 0.061?mM. This portable, high-sensitivity smart contact lens demonstrates significant potential as a wearable device for continuous, noninvasive cholesterol monitoring. The findings contribute to advancing tear-based diagnostic systems and highlight the scientific importance of utilizing tear biomarkers for health monitoring.
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kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=CuiYang
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en-aut-name=AzhariSaman
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aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=
en-aut-name=MiyakeTakeo
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en-affil=Graduate school of Information, Production and Systems, Waseda University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate school of Information, Production and Systems, Waseda University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate school of Information, Production and Systems, Waseda University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate school of Information, Production and Systems, Waseda University
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en-keyword=cholesterol
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=14
cd-vols=
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article-no=
start-page=6049
end-page=
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250826
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en-title=
kn-title=Photon-Counting CT Enhances Diagnostic Accuracy in Stable Coronary Artery Disease: A Comparative Study with Conventional CT
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Coronary CT angiography (CCTA) is a cornerstone in evaluating stable coronary artery disease (CAD), but conventional energy-integrating detector CT (EID-CT) has limitations, including calcium blooming and limited spatial resolution. Photon-counting detector CT (PCD-CT) may overcome these drawbacks through enhanced spatial resolution and improved tissue characterization. Methods: In this retrospective, propensity score?matched study, we compared CCTA findings from 820 patients (410 per group) who underwent either EID-CT or PCD-CT for suspected stable CAD. Primary outcomes included stenosis severity, high-risk plaque features, and downstream invasive coronary angiography (ICA) referral and yield. Results: The matched cohorts were balanced in demographics and cardiovascular risk factors (mean age 67 years, 63% male). PCD-CT showed a favorable shift in stenosis severity distribution (p = 0.03). High-risk plaques were detected less frequently with PCD-CT (22.7% vs. 30.5%, p = 0.01). Median coronary calcium scores did not differ (p = 0.60). Among patients referred for ICA, those initially evaluated with PCD-CT were more likely to undergo revascularization (62.5% vs. 44.1%), and fewer underwent potentially unnecessary ICA without revascularization (3.7% vs. 8.0%, p = 0.001). The specificity in diagnosing significant stenosis requiring revascularization was 0.74 with EID-CT and 0.81 with PCD-CT (p = 0.04). Conclusions: PCD-CT improved diagnostic specificity for CAD, reducing unnecessary ICA referrals while maintaining detection of clinically significant disease. This advanced CT technology holds promise for more accurate, efficient, and patient-centered CAD evaluation.
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en-aut-name=NakashimaMitsutaka
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of General Internal Medicine 3, Kawasaki Medical School General Medicine Centre
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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article-no=
start-page=1135
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250910
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en-title=
kn-title=Heart failure-specific cardiac fibroblasts contribute to cardiac dysfunction via the MYC?CXCL1?CXCR2 axis
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kn-abstract=Heart failure (HF) is a growing global health issue. While most studies focus on cardiomyocytes, here we highlight the role of cardiac fibroblasts (CFs) in HF. Single-cell RNA sequencing of mouse hearts under pressure overload identified six CF subclusters, with one specific to the HF stage. This HF-specific CF population highly expresses the transcription factor Myc. Deleting Myc in CFs improves cardiac function without reducing fibrosis. MYC directly regulates the expression of the chemokine CXCL1, which is elevated in HF-specific CFs and downregulated in Myc-deficient CFs. The CXCL1 receptor, CXCR2, is expressed in cardiomyocytes, and blocking the CXCL1?CXCR2 axis mitigates HF. CXCL1 impairs contractility in neonatal rat and human iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes. Human CFs from failing hearts also express MYC and CXCL1, unlike those from controls. These findings reveal that HF-specific CFs contribute to HF via the MYC?CXCL1?CXCR2 pathway, offering a promising therapeutic target beyond cardiomyocytes.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Frontier Cardiovascular Science, Graduate School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine
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affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=18
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affil-num=19
en-affil=Department of Cardiology, Keio University School of Medicine
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affil-num=20
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=21
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cd-vols=
no-issue=10
article-no=
start-page=146
end-page=
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250901
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kn-title=Duganella hordei sp. nov., Duganella caerulea sp. nov., and Duganella rhizosphaerae sp. nov., isolated from barley rhizosphere
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kn-abstract=Akimotoite, ilmenite-type MgSiO3 high-pressure polymorph can be stable in the lower-mantle transition zone along average mantle and subducting slab geotherms. Significant amounts of Al2O3 can be incorporated into the structure, having the pyrope (Mg3Al2Si3O12) composition. Previous studies have investigated the effect of Al2O3 on its crystal structure at nearly endmember compositions. In this study, we synthesized high-quality ilmenite-type Mg3Al2Si3O12 phase at 27 GPa and 1073 K by means of a Kawai-type multi-anvil press and refined the crystal structure at ambient conditions using a synchrotron X-ray diffraction data via the Rietveld method to examine the effect of Al2O3. The unit-cell lattice parameters were determined to be a = 4.7553(7) ?, c = 13.310(2) ?, and V = 260.66(6) ?3, with Z = 6 (hexagonal, R3?
). The volume of the present phase was placed on the akimotoite-corundum endmember join. However, the refined structure showed a strong nonlinear behavior of the a- and c-axes, which can be explained by Al incorporation into the MgO6 and SiO6 octahedral sites, which are distinctly different each other. Ilmenite-type Mg3Al2Si3O12 phase may be found in shocked meteorites and can be a good indicator for shock conditions at relatively low temperatures of 1027?1127 K.
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kn-title=Low-Threshold Raman Silicon Lasers Using Photonic Crystal High-Q Nanocavities
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kn-abstract=By utilizing stimulated Raman scattering, it is possible to generate continuous-wave laser light in silicon, an indirect bandgap semiconductor. The first part of this chapter explains the mechanism of the Raman laser using a silicon resonator with a high-quality factor (Q). In the second part, the mechanism of the ultra-low threshold Raman silicon laser using a photonic crystal high-Q nanocavity is summarized, and recent advancements are explained.
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kn-title=Prognostic Impact of Gastrointestinal Immune-Related Adverse Events Depends on Nutritional Status in Cancer Patients Treated with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
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kn-abstract=Background: Gastrointestinal immune-related adverse events (GI-irAEs) are recognized complications of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), but their prognostic relevance and associated risk factors remain unclear. This study aimed to assess whether baseline nutritional status, measured using the prognostic nutritional index (PNI), modifies the prognostic impact of GI-irAEs, and to identify clinical factors associated with their occurrence. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 1104 cancer patients treated with ICIs at a single institution. GI-irAEs were defined as gastrointestinal symptoms requiring clinical intervention. Patients were stratified by irAE type and PNI (?40 vs. <40), and differences in survival and treatment response were evaluated. Potential risk factors for developing GI-irAEs were also examined. Results: GI-irAEs occurred in 2.7% of patients and were associated with prolonged overall survival (median: 28.7 vs. 14.0 months) among those with PNI ? 40. This survival advantage was not observed in patients with PNI < 40. The PNI-dependent prognostic pattern was specific to GI-irAEs and not observed for non-GI irAEs. Similar trends were confirmed in 4- and 8-week landmark analyses. Differences in objective response rate and disease control rate by PNI status were most pronounced in patients with GI-irAEs. The use of anti-CTLA-4 antibodies was significantly associated with GI-irAE development (odds ratio 4.24; 95% confidence interval 1.73?10.39). Conclusions: GI-irAEs appear to confer a survival benefit primarily in patients with preserved nutritional status. PNI may serve as a useful tool to contextualize the clinical relevance of GI-irAEs and help identify patients most likely to benefit from immune activation during ICI therapy.
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kn-title=Evaluation of the Diagnostic Performance of the Brush/Biopsy Rapid On-Site Evaluation (B-ROSE) in Cases of Bile Duct Stricture: A Prospective, Pilot Study
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Evaluation of the Diagnostic Performance of the Brush/Biopsy Rapid On-Site Evaluation (B-ROSE) in Cases of Bile Duct Stricture: A Prospective, Pilot Study
by Nao Hattori 1,Daisuke Uchida 1,2,*,Kei Harada 1,Ryosuke Sato 1ORCID,Taisuke Obata 1,Akihiro Matsumi 1ORCID,Kazuya Miyamoto 1ORCID,Hiroyuki Terasawa 1ORCID,Yuki Fujii 1,Koichiro Tsutsumi 1ORCID,Shigeru Horiguchi 1,Kazuyuki Matsumoto 1ORCID andMotoyuki Otsuka 1
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Department of Gastroenterology, Okayama University Hospital, 2-5-1 Shikata-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama 700-8558, Japan
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Center for Innovative Clinical Medicine, Okayama University Hospital, 2-5-1 Shikata-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama 700-8558, Japan
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J. Clin. Med. 2025, 14(17), 6207; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14176207
Submission received: 23 June 2025 / Revised: 21 August 2025 / Accepted: 26 August 2025 / Published: 2 September 2025
(This article belongs to the Section Gastroenterology & Hepatopancreatobiliary Medicine)
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Abstract
Background: Biliary strictures are diagnosed using endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) with brush cytology and biopsy. However, brush cytology shows a sensitivity of 9?56.1% and a diagnostic accuracy of 43?65.4%, while biopsy demonstrates a sensitivity of 48%. Both methods exhibit high specificity but limited sensitivity. While rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) is effective in endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA), its application in ERCP-obtained samples remains underexplored. Methods: This prospective pilot study was conducted at Okayama University Hospital from April 2019 to July 2024. Patients requiring ERCP-guided sampling for bile duct strictures were included. ROSE was applied to brush cytology with up to three additional attempts and to imprint cytology from biopsy samples with up to two attempts. Diagnostic accuracy was assessed based on pathology and clinical course. Results: Among 37 patients (median age: 73 years, add range, and male?female ratio: 27:10), 18 had hilar and 19 had distal bile duct strictures. Brush cytology required one, two, or three attempts in twenty-six, six, and five cases, respectively, whereas biopsy required one or two attempts in thirty-five and two cases, respectively. Among the thirty-seven cases, thirty-five were malignant and two were benign. The B-ROSE group showed a sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of 71.4%, 100.0%, and 73.0%, respectively, compared to lower accuracy in the conventional group, where single brush cytology attempts yielded a sensitivity of 48.6% and an accuracy of 48.6%, and single biopsy attempts showed a sensitivity of 68.6% and an accuracy of 70.3%. Conclusions: B-ROSE improves diagnostic accuracy, reduces repeat sampling, and minimizes patient burden in ERCP-based diagnosis of bile duct strictures, making it a valuable addition to current diagnostic protocols.
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Impact of SMC Property on Axial-Flux Permanent Magnet Machine in Traction Applications
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kn-abstract=This paper investigates the impact of soft magnetic composite (SMC) properties on an axial flux permanent magnet machine (AFPM) employing ferrite permanent magnet (PM) in traction applications. In general, the efficiency of an AFPM increases as the iron loss of the SMC decreases. However, the torque and output power of the AFPM also decrease at higher speed above the base speed due to the decrease in magnetic permeability because, typically, when the iron loss of an SMC decreases, the permeability also decreases. In this paper, many virtual SMC materials with different iron loss and permeability are used for finite element analysis of the proposed AFPM in order to clarify the sensitivity to SMC characteristics. First, the impact of the permeability on the torque and output power is investigated because the output power is very important in traction applications. Additionally, the total energy loss of AFPMs employing various SMCs is evaluated using the WLTC driving cycle. Furthermore, accuracy of simulation is evaluated using experiments of downscaled and actual size prototypes employing some SMC materials. Finally, this paper shows the newly developed SMC materials and discusses suitable SMC properties from the perspective of efficiency and output power in traction applications.
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en-aut-name=TsunataRen
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en-affil=Division of Industrial Innovation Sciences Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Division of Industrial Innovation Sciences Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Division of Industrial Innovation Sciences Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd.
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd.
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en-keyword=Axial gap electrical machine
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kn-title=Pseudohypoxia induced by iron chelator activates tumor immune response in lung cancer
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kn-abstract=Hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) signaling plays a critical role in immune cell function. Pseudohypoxia is characterized as iron-mediated stabilization of HIF-1α under normoxic conditions, which can be induced by iron chelators. This study explored whether iron chelators exert antitumor effects by enhancing tumor immune responses and elucidating the underlying mechanisms. The iron chelators Super?polyphenol 10 (SP10) and Deferoxamine (DFO) were used to create iron-deficient and pseudohypoxia conditions. Pseudohypoxia induced by iron chelators stimulates IL-2 secretion from T cells and from both human and murine nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC) cell lines (A549, PC-3, and LLC). Administration of SP10 reduced tumor growth when LLC tumors were implanted in C57BL/6 mice; however, this was not observed in immunodeficient RAG1-deficient C57BL/6 mice. SP10 itself did not directly inhibit LLC cells proliferation in vitro, suggesting an activation of the tumor immune response. SP10 synergistically enhanced the efficacy of PD-1 antibody therapy in lung cancer by increasing the number of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs). In conclusion, iron chelation-induced pseudohypoxia activates tumor immune responses by directly upregulating HIF-1α, augmenting T cell function, and inducing IL-2 secretion from T cells, and cancer cells, thereby amplifying the immune efficacy of the PD-1 antibody in lung cancer treatment.
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en-aut-name=HamadaYusuke
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en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Oral Pathology and Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Lung cancer
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en-title=
kn-title=An Alternative Approach Based on Skin Electrical Impedance to Determine Transepidermal Water Loss for Skin Barrier Function Assessments
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kn-abstract=Purpose: The transepidermal water loss (TEWL) has long been measured as an indicator to assess the skin barrier function in dermatological research and clinical practice. However, practical limitations such as time requirement, environmental sensitivity, and measurement complexity hinder the widespread uptake of conventional TEWL measurements in clinical settings and routine monitoring. Consequently, there is a growing need for rapid, robust, and clinically applicable alternatives to conventional TEWL measurements. Here, we present a simple, non-invasive, and time-efficient method based on the skin electrical impedance for skin barrier function assessments.
Methods: The skin electrical impedance, TEWL, stratum corneum (SC) thickness, and SC surface water content of 25 healthy adult participants with no history of dermatological diseases were measured at two adjacent forearm sites: intact site with a normal skin barrier and tape-stripped site with an impaired skin barrier. The measured impedance was used to calculate the SC thickness and surface water content, from which the TEWL was estimated and then compared against the TEWL measured using a Tewameter. The estimation accuracy was evaluated by determining the correlation coefficient (R) and root mean square error (RMSE) between estimated and measured TEWL.
Results: A strong correlation (R?=?0.891) was observed between estimated and measured TEWL, with an RMSE of 6.05 g/m?/h, indicating high accuracy of the proposed method.
Conclusion: This impedance-based method provides accurate estimations of the TEWL, indicating its potential as a practical alternative to conventional TEWL measurements for skin barrier function assessments, particularly in clinical or high-throughput settings.
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kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=UeharaOsamu
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aut-affil-num=1
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en-affil=Department of Radiological Technology, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Radiological Technology, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Transepidermal water loss
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dt-pub-year=2025
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kn-title=Augmentation of the Benzyl Isothiocyanate-Induced Antiproliferation by NBDHEX in the HCT-116 Human Colorectal Cancer Cell Line
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kn-abstract=Increased drug metabolism and elimination are prominent mechanisms mediating multidrug resistance (MDR) to not only chemotherapy drugs but also anti-cancer natural products, such as benzyl isothiocyanate (BITC). To evaluate the possibility of combined utilization of a certain compound to overcome this resistance, we focused on glutathione S-transferase (GST)-dependent metabolism of BITC. The pharmacological treatment of a pi-class GST-selective inhibitor, 6-(7-nitro-2,1,3-benzoxadiazol-4-ylthio)hexanol (NBDHEX), significantly increased BITC-induced toxicity in human colorectal cancer HCT-116 cells. However, NBDHEX unexpectedly increased the level of the BITC?glutathione (GSH) conjugate as well as BITC-modified proteins, suggesting that NBDHEX might increase BITC-modified protein accumulation by inhibiting BITC?GSH excretion instead of inhibiting GST. Furthermore, NBDHEX significantly potentiated BITC-induced apoptosis with the enhanced activation of apoptosis-related pathways, such as c-Jun N-terminal kinase and caspase-3 pathways. These results suggested that combination treatment with NBDHEX may be an effective way to overcome MDR with drug efflux and thus induce the biological activity of BITC at lower doses.
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kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=SunRuitong
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental and Life Science, Okayama University
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kn-title=Optimized Ensemble Deep Learning for Real-Time Intrusion Detection on Resource-Constrained Raspberry Pi Devices
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kn-abstract=The rapid growth of Internet of Things (IoT) networks has increased security risks, making it essential to have effective Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) for real-time threat detection. Deep learning techniques offer promising solutions for such detection due to their superior complex pattern recognition and anomaly detection capabilities in large datasets. This paper proposes an optimized ensemble-based IDS designed specifically for efficient deployment on edge hardware. However, deploying such computationally intensive models on resource-limited edge devices remains a significant challenge due to model size and computational overhead on devices with limited processing capabilities. Building upon our previously developed stacked Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) model integrated with ANOVA feature selection, we optimize it by integrating dual-stage model compression: pruning and quantization to create a lightweight model suitable for real-time inference on Raspberry Pi devices. To evaluate the system under realistic conditions, we combined with a Kafka-based testbed to simulate dynamic IoT environments with variable traffic loads, delays, and multiple simultaneous attack sources. This enables the assessment of detection performance under varying traffic volumes, latency, and overlapping attack scenarios. The proposed system maintains high detection performance with accuracy of 97.3% across all test scenarios, while efficiently leveraging multi-core processing with peak CPU usage reaching 111.8%. These results demonstrate the system’s practical viability for real-time IoT security at the edge.
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affil-num=2
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kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=School of Informatics, Computing, and Cyber Systems, Northern Arizona University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Internet of things
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kn-abstract=Lattice-based post-quantum cryptography (PQC) has attracted significant attention as a promising solution to the security challenges posed by quantum computing. Unlike traditional cryptographic algorithms, lattice-based schemes are expected to remain secure even in the presence of quantum attacks, making them essential for securing future data. Despite their strong theoretical foundations, lattice-based schemes face several practical challenges, particularly in optimizing performance and scalability for real-world applications. This survey provides a novel taxonomy that categorizes lattice-based PQC designs, with an emphasis on computational paradigms and security considerations. We systematically evaluate lattice-based PQC implementations across both software platforms, including central processing units and graphics processing units, as well as hardware platforms like field-programmable gate arrays and application-specific integrated circuits, highlighting their strengths and limitations. In addition, we explore the practical applications of lattice-based cryptography in fields such as secure communication, critical infrastructure, privacy-preserving data analytics, artificial intelligence, and trust and authentication systems. By offering a comprehensive overview of the current state of lattice-based PQC, this survey aims to provide valuable insights into the ongoing advancements and future research directions in the field as we transition to a post-quantum era.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=School of Informatics, Computing, and Cyber Systems, Northern Arizona University
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kn-title=Metachronic development of cholangiocarcinoma during treatment for IgG4-related sclerosing cholangitis
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kn-abstract=We report a case of obstructive jaundice due to recurrent distal biliary stricture during 3 years of treatment for immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4)-related sclerosing cholangitis (IgG4-SC) associated with autoimmune pancreatitis. Although a relapse of IgG4-SC was initially suspected, imaging findings, laboratory tests, and histopathological examinations led to the diagnosis of metachronous cholangiocarcinoma. The patient underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy, and no cancer recurrence was noted 6 months postoperatively. Distal cholangiocarcinoma and IgG4-SC remission were observed in the resected specimen. In patients with recurrent biliary strictures during IgG4-SC treatment, comprehensive evaluations are essential because of the risk of disease relapse and development of metachronous cholangiocarcinoma.
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kn-abstract=The capacity of articular cartilage for self-repair is limited. Therefore, wide-ranging cartilage damage rarely resolves spontaneously, leading to the development of osteoarthritis. Previously, we developed human-induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC)-derived expandable human limb-bud-like mesenchymal (ExpLBM) cells with stable expansion and high chondrogenic capacity. In this study, various forms of articular cartilage-like tissue were fabricated using ExpLBM technology and evaluated to examine their potential as biomaterials. ExpLBM cells derived from hiPSCs were used to produce particle-like cartilage tissue and plate-like cartilage tissue. The cartilaginous particles and cartilaginous plates were transplanted into a minipig osteochondral defect model, and cartilage engraftment was histologically evaluated. For both transplanted cartilaginous particles and cartilaginous plates, good Safranin O staining and integration with the surrounding tissue were observed. Cartilaginous particles and cartilaginous plates made using hiPSCs-derived ExpLBM cells are effective for the regeneration of cartilage after injury.
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kn-title=High-Definition Topographic Archiving and Educational Applications in Regions Affected by the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake
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kn-abstract=The 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake (Mw 7.5) caused extensive damage in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, and surrounding areas, with considerable coastal uplift and tsunami flooding. Past 100 years’ records show no earthquake above Mw 7.0 in the Noto Peninsula, so for everyone alive today, this event is truly without precedent. Therefore, we aimed to support disaster prevention education by developing teaching materials using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) based on digitally archived topographic changes. High-definition topographic data collected from multiple UAV surveys were processed into digital and analog formats, including 3D models, spherical panorama images, and 3D printings. These materials were designed to provide detailed and intuitive representations of post-disaster landforms and were used as educational tools in schools. The learning materials were introduced during a workshop for disaster-affected teachers, featuring hands-on activities to help participants familiarize themselves with the materials, and explore their integration into geography and science classes. Feedback from participants indicated that these tools were highly effective in enhancing classroom learning. The results of this study are expected to contribute to preserving disaster records while enhancing disaster awareness in educational settings and local communities.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Education, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Center for Spatial Information Science, The University of Tokyo
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kn-title=Impact of pre-reconstruction filtering with butterworth filter on 111In-pentetreotide SPECT image quality and quantitative accuracy: A phantom study
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kn-abstract=Introduction: This study evaluates the image quality and quantitative accuracy of SPECT images with pre- and post-reconstruction smoothing filters in somatostatin receptor scintigraphy using phantom data.
Methods: We evaluated the spatial resolution, the contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR), and the quantitative accuracy using a NEMA IEC body phantom filled with a 111In solution. SPECT images were obtained with a Siemens Symbia T16 SPECT/CT system. Quantitative accuracy refers to the ability to accurately estimate the radioactive concentration of 111In in the phantom from the image. SPECT reconstructions were performed using three methods: post-reconstruction Gaussian filtering (post-G), pre-reconstruction Gaussian filtering (pre-G), and pre-reconstruction Butterworth filtering (pre-B). To verify each filtering method, the cut-off frequency of the Butterworth filter and the full width at half maximum (FWHM) of the Gaussian filter were each changed to eight different settings.
Results: FWHMs were 21.2, 19.8, and 18.0 mm for post-G, pre-G, and pre-B. CNRs (37-mm sphere) were 47.2, 63.8, and 69.5. Pre-B showed a 12.0 % error rate at 0.40 cycles/cm, while post-G and pre-G showed 20.2 % and 22.0 % at 7.2-mm FWHM. Pre-B outperformed other methods for resolution, CNR, and quantitative accuracy.
Conclusion: For 111In-pentetreotide SPECT images, image reconstruction with a Butterworth filter applied to the projection image before reconstruction was found to be superior to reconstruction with a Gaussian filter in terms of image quality and quantitative accuracy.
This method can be easily implemented in routine clinical SPECT imaging workflows and has the potential to improve diagnostic confidence.
Implications for practice: The proposed method with a pre-reconstruction Butterworth filter has great potential to improve the image quality and quantitative accuracy of 111In-SPECT images.
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en-affil=Department of Radiological Technology, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-abstract=Photosynthetic symbiosis occurs across diverse animal lineages, including Porifera, Cnidaria, Xenacoelomorpha and Mollusca. These associations between animal hosts and photosynthetic algae often involve the exchange of essential macronutrients, supporting adaptation to a wide range of aquatic environments. A small yet taxonomically widespread subset of animals host photosymbionts from the core chlorophytes, a phylogenetically expansive clade of green algae. These rare instances of ‘plant-like’ animals have arisen independently across distantly related lineages, resulting in striking ecological and physiological diversity. Although such associations provide valuable insights into the evolution of symbiosis and adaptation to novel ecological niches, animal?chlorophyte photosymbioses remain relatively understudied. Here, we present an overview of photosymbioses between animals and chlorophytes, highlighting their independent evolutionary origins, ecological diversity and emerging genomic resources. Focusing on Porifera, Cnidaria and Xenacoelomorpha, we review shared and lineage-specific adaptations underlying these associations. We also contrast them with dinoflagellate-based systems to demonstrate their distinct ecological and cellular features. Our work sets the stage for elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying these associations, enhancing our understanding of how interspecies interactions drive adaptation to unique ecological niches through animal?chlorophyte symbiosis.
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en-title=The 2024 Incentive Award of the Okayama Medical Association in Cancer Research (2024 Hayashibara Prize and Yamada Prize)
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en-title=The 2024 Incentive Award of the Okayama Medical Association in General Medical Science (2024 Yuuki Prize)
kn-title=令和6年度岡山医学会賞 総合研究奨励賞(結城賞)
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en-title=The 2024 Incentive Award of the Okayama Medical Association in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research (2024 Sunada Prize)
kn-title=令和6年度岡山医学会賞 胸部・循環研究奨励賞(砂田賞)
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kn-title=Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio affects the impact of proton pump inhibitors on efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors in patients with non?small-cell lung cancer
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kn-abstract=Background The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) at the initiation of immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy is a known predictor of prognosis. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) reportedly attenuate the therapeutic efficacy of ICIs. However, the attenuation effects are not consistently observed across all patients. This study aimed to evaluate whether NLR serves as a stratification factor to determine the impact of PPI on the efficacy of ICI.
Methods This retrospective study was conducted in patients with NSCLC treated with ICI monotherapy. Patients were stratified into two groups (higher NLR (??4) and lower NLR (4)). PPI use was defined as the administration of PPIs within 30 days before or after ICI initiation. The primary outcome was progression-free survival (PFS) and the secondary outcome was overall survival (OS).
Results Among the 132 patients included, PPI users exhibited significantly shorter median PFS and OS than non-PPI users. In the higher NLR group (n?=?61), PPI users had a markedly shorter PFS and OS than non-PPI users (median PFS: 1.6 vs. 8.2 months; p?0.01, median OS: 3.3 vs. 19.6 months; p?=?0.015). Conversely, in the lower NLR group (n?=?71), no significant difference in PFS and OS was observed between PPI users and non-PPI users (median PFS: 2.8 vs. 7.3 months, p?=?0.83, median OS: 17.6 vs. 24.4 months, p?=?0.40).
Conclusion NLR may be a significant stratification factor for evaluating the impact of PPI on PFS and OS in patients with NSCLC undergoing ICI monotherapy.
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kn-title=Cerebral Braak stage and amygdala granular fuzzy astrocyte status have independent effects on neuronal 3R-tau and 4R-tau accumulations in the olfactory bulb, respectively, in cases with low to intermediate AD neuropathologic change
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kn-title=Optimization of Preemptive Therapy for Cytomegalovirus Infections With Valganciclovir Based on Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Protocol for a Phase II, Single-Center, Single-Arm Trial
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kn-abstract=Background: Valganciclovir (VGCV) is the first-line drug for preemptive therapy of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections. However, even when administered at the dose specified in the package insert, there is significant interindividual variability in the plasma concentrations of ganciclovir (GCV). In addition, correlations have been reported between the area under the concentration?time curve and therapeutic efficacy or adverse events. Therefore, therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) can be used to improve the efficacy and safety of preemptive VGCV therapy.
Objective: This study aims to evaluate whether the dosage adjustment of VGCV based on TDM in patients undergoing preemptive therapy for CMV infections is associated with the successful completion rate of treatment without severe hematological adverse effects.
Methods: This phase II, single-center, single-arm trial aims to enroll 40 patients admitted at the Department of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, Kobe University Hospital, who will receive oral VGCV as preemptive therapy for CMV infections. Participants will begin treatment with VGCV at the dose recommended in the package insert, with subsequent dose adjustments based on weekly TDM results. The primary end point will be the proportion of patients who achieve CMV antigenemia negativity within 3 weeks without severe hematological adverse events. The secondary end points will include weekly changes in CMV antigen levels, total VGCV dose, and duration of preemptive therapy. For safety evaluation, the occurrence, type, and severity of VGCV-related adverse events will be analyzed. Additionally, this study will explore the correlations between the efficacy and safety of preemptive therapy and the pharmacokinetic parameters of GCV, CMV-polymerase chain reaction values, and nudix hydrolase 15 (NUDT15) genetic polymorphisms. The correlation between GCV plasma concentrations obtained from regular venous blood and blood concentrations will be examined using dried blood spots.
Results: This study began with patient recruitment in September 2024, with 5 participants enrolled as of June 16, 2025. The target enrollment is 40 participants, and the anticipated study completion is set for July 2027.
Conclusions: This is the first study to investigate the impact of TDM intervention in patients receiving VGCV as preemptive therapy. The findings are postulated to provide valuable evidence regarding the utility of TDM in patients receiving VGCV as preemptive therapy.
Trial Registration: Japan Registry of Clinical Trials jRCTs051240080; https://jrct.mhlw.go.jp/latest-detail/jRCTs051240080
International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID): DERR1-10.2196/72549
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en-affil=Department of Pharmacy, Kobe University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Pharmacy, Kobe University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Kobe Pharmaceutical University
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en-affil=Department of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine
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kn-title=Adequacy evaluation of 22‐gauge needle endoscopic ultrasound‐guided tissue acquisition samples and glass slides preparation for successful comprehensive genomic profiling testing: A single institute experience
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kn-abstract=Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the successful sequencing rate of Foundation One CDx (F1CDx) using small tissue samples obtained with a 22-gauge needle (22G) through endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle acquisition (EUS-TA) and to propose guidelines for tissue quantity evaluation criteria and proper slide preparation in clinical practice.
Methods: Between June 2019 and April 2024, 119 samples of 22G EUS-TA collected for F1CDx testing at Himeji Red Cross Hospital were retrospectively reviewed. Tissue adequacy was only assessed based on tumor cell percentage (?20%). The procedure stopped when white tissue fragments reached 20 mm during macroscopic on-site evaluation. The specimens were prepared using both ‘tissue preserving sectioning’ to retain tissue within formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded blocks and the ‘thin sectioning matched needle gauge and tissue length’ method with calculation to ensure minimal unstained slides for the 1 mm3 sample volume criterion. Tissue area from HE slides and sample volume were measured, and F1CDx reports were analyzed.
Results: Of 119 samples, 108 (90.8%) were suitable for F1CDx. Excluding the cases not submitted for testing, in the 45 cases where F1CDx was done using 22G EUS-TA samples, eight (17.8%) had a sum of tissue area tissue of 25 mm2 or greater in the HE-stained sample. However, all cases met the F1CDx 1 mm3 volume criterion by submitting > 30 unstained slides per sample. As a result, 43 of 45 cases (95.6%) were successfully analyzable.
Conclusions: The 22G EUS-TA needle is an effective tool for providing the sufficient tissue volume required for F1CDx.
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affil-num=2
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kn-title=Craniofacial Fibrous Dysplasia to Affect or Not the Optic Nerve in Long-Term Follow-Up of Three Cases
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kn-abstract=Fibrous dysplasia of the bone is characterized by immature fibrous bones of trabeculae and fibrovascular proliferation in the medulla. In this study, we report three consecutive patients with craniofacial fibrous dysplasia with or without optic nerve involvement. In Case 1, a 43-year-old man with blurred vision in the right eye at the first visit was well until the age of 54 years, when he came back with symptoms suggestive of paranasal sinusitis. Computed tomography scans disclosed a mucocele in the right sphenoid sinus and thickened bilateral ethmoid, sphenoid, and frontal bones. He underwent an emergency nasal endoscopic surgery to make a drainage opening to the sphenoid and ethmoid sinuses on the right side with incomplete success. The pathology of the resected tissue confirmed fibrous dysplasia. With intravenous antibiotics, he recovered from blepharoptosis, complete ophthalmoplegia, and visual acuity decrease on the right side. He was well until the age of 71 years when he had a self-limiting episode of visual field cloudiness caused by the right sphenoid sinus mucocele. At the age of 75 years, he developed abrupt vision loss to no light perception in the right eye. He underwent an open skull surgery to extirpate the sphenoid mucocele on the right side and died of an unknown cause two years later. In Case 2, a 29-year-old man had a two-week-long headache, and computed tomography scans revealed fibrous dysplasia in the bilateral sphenoid bones. Nasal biopsy at the spheno-ethmoid recess proved a pathological diagnosis of fibrous dysplasia. Goldmann perimetry showed normal visual fields in both eyes. He was followed every year by magnetic resonance imaging to maintain normal visual fields until the latest visit at the age of 41 years. In Case 3, a 12-year-old girl was referred to an ophthalmologist to check her vision. She had been diagnosed with fibrous dysplasia of the left maxillary bone at the age of six years by a dentist. She had a gingival resection on the left maxilla at the age of 15 years and had a left maxillary bone resection at 18 years at another hospital. One month after the resection, Goldmann perimetry showed superior peripheral field depression in the left eye, in contrast with the normal visual field in the right eye. She maintained the visual acuity of 1.5 in both eyes until the last visit at the age of 21 years. In fibrous dysplasia as a rare disease, functional and cosmetic problems, including vision problems, should be considered in a case-based approach.
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en-affil=Department of Pathology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Otorhinolaryngology, School of Medicine, International University of Health and Welfare
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kn-title=Development and Characterization of a Three-Dimensional Organotypic In Vitro Oral Cancer Model with Four Co-Cultured Cell Types, Including Patient-Derived Cancer-Associated Fibroblasts
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Cancer organoids have emerged as a valuable tool of three-dimensional (3D) cell cultures to investigate tumor heterogeneity and predict tumor behavior and treatment response. We developed a 3D organotypic culture model of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) to recapitulate the tumor?stromal interface by co-culturing four cell types, including patient-derived cancer-associated fibroblasts (PD-CAFs). Methods: A stainless-steel ring was used twice to create the horizontal positioning of the cancer stroma (adjoining normal oral mucosa connective tissue) and the OSCC layer (surrounding normal oral mucosa epithelial layer). Combined with a structured bi-layered model of the epithelial component and the underlying stroma, this protocol enabled us to construct four distinct portions mimicking the oral cancer tissue arising in the oral mucosa. Results: In this model, α-smooth muscle actin-positive PD-CAFs were localized in close proximity to the OSCC layer, suggesting a crosstalk between them. Furthermore, a linear laminin-γ2 expression was lacking at the interface between the OSCC layer and the underlying stromal layer, indicating the loss of the basement membrane-like structure. Conclusions: Since the specific 3D architecture and polarity mimicking oral cancer in vivo provides a more accurate milieu of the tumor microenvironment (TME), it could be crucial in elucidating oral cancer TME.
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en-affil=Division of Reconstructive Surgery for Oral and Maxillofacial Region, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Department of Oral Health and Welfare, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Division of Biomimetics, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Division of Biomimetics, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Division of Biomimetics, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Division of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Division of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Division of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Division of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Neutron Therapy Research Center, Okayama University
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en-affil=Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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en-affil=Department of Respiratory Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Juntendo University
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en-affil=Division of Biomimetics, Faculty of Dentistry & Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Niigata University
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kn-title=Association Between Chewing Status and Steatotic Liver Disease in Japanese People Aged ?50 Years: A Cohort Study
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: In this longitudinal study, the relationship between chewing status and steatotic liver disease (SLD) was examined in 3775 people aged ?50 years who underwent medical checkups at Junpukai Health Maintenance Center in Okayama, Japan. Methods: Participants without SLD at the time of a baseline survey in 2018 were followed until 2022. Chewing status was assessed by a self-administered questionnaire. The presence or absence of SLD was ascertained from the medical records of Junpukai Health Maintenance Center. Results: A total of 541 participants (14%) were diagnosed as having a poor chewing status at baseline. Furthermore, 318 (8%) participants were newly diagnosed with SLD at follow-up. In multivariate logistic regression analyses, the presence or absence of SLD was found to be associated with the following characteristics at baseline: sex (male: odds ratio [ORs] = 1.806; 95% confidence interval [CIs]: 1.399?2.351), age (ORs = 0.969; 95% CIs: 0.948?0.991), body mass index (?25.0 kg/m2; ORs = 1.934; 95% CIs: 1.467?2.549), diastolic blood pressure (ORs = 1.017; 95% CIs: 1.002?1.032), and chewing status (poor: ORs = 1.472; 95% CIs: 1.087?1.994). Conclusions: The results indicate that a poor chewing status was associated with SLD development after 4 years. Aggressively recommending dental visits to participants with poor chewing status may not only improve their ability to chew well but may also reduce the incidence of SLD.
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en-affil=Department of Community Oral Health, School of Dentistry, Asahi University
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en-affil=Department of Preventive Dentistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Community Oral Health, School of Dentistry, Asahi University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Community Oral Health, School of Dentistry, Asahi University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Community Oral Health, School of Dentistry, Asahi University
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en-affil=Department of Preventive Dentistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Preventive Dentistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Preventive Dentistry, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Community Oral Health, School of Dentistry, Asahi University
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kn-title=Occupational therapist‐guided exercise increased white blood cell and neutrophil counts during clozapine treatment: A case report
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kn-abstract=Background: Moderate exercise increases white blood cells and neutrophils. However, there are no reports on the relationship between exercise intensity and these cells. We observed a patient taking clozapine whose white blood cell and neutrophil counts were borderline. Supervised exercise therapy with an occupational therapist stabilized these counts.
Case Presentation: A 50-year-old woman with treatment-resistant schizophrenia was prescribed clozapine. By Day 63, the clozapine dosage had been increased to 450?mg/day. Additionally, she was advised to perform a 30-min walking exercise program 1 h before blood tests. Exercise therapy supervised by an occupational therapist was performed eight times, and self-training was performed five times. Exercise intensity was monitored using the Borg Scale for subjective evaluation and the Karvonen formula for objective evaluation. Supervised exercise therapy with an occupational therapist resulted in greater increases on the Borg Scale and Karvonen formula than did self-training. It also induced increases in white blood cells and neutrophils. Her psychiatric symptoms improved, and she was discharged on Day 71. A blood test taken after discharge revealed that her white blood cell and neutrophil counts were within the normal range and she continued to take clozapine for 2 years. She has since been able to enjoy a calm and relaxed life at home.
Conclusion: Exercise involving subjective and objective evaluation by an occupational therapist effectively increased white blood cells and neutrophils during clozapine treatment. Supervised exercise therapy by an occupational therapist is important when self-exercise is insufficient for continuing clozapine treatment.
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en-affil=Department of Neuropsychiatry, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Neuropsychiatry, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Neuropsychiatry, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Neuropsychiatry, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Coronary cross-sectional area stenosis severity determined using coronary CT highly correlated with coronary functional flow reserve: a pilot study
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kn-abstract=Fractional flow reserve (FFR) is the gold standard for assessing the physiological significance of coronary stenosis. We examined the potential correlation between digitally measured coronary cross-sectional area stenosis using coronary computed tomography (CT) angiography and FFR. We analyzed data of 32 consecutive patients with stenoses who underwent invasive FFR determination. The cross-sectional area was assessed using 128-slice coronary detector-based spectral CT angiography. Power analysis revealed that the sample size enabled the detection of an area under the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve (AUC) of 0.90. FFR???0.8 and?>?0.8 were defined as FFR-positive and FFR-negative, respectively. Intra- and interobserver differences were negligible. Percentage cross-sectional area stenosis was calculated as 100?×?(A?B)/A, where A is the cross-sectional area at non-stenotic pre-stenotic segment and B is the cross-sectional area of the most severe stenotic lesion. AUC indicated that percentage cross-sectional area stenosis effectively discriminated between FFR-positive and FFR-negative cases, yielding a sensitivity of 0.882 and specificity of 0.933 at a cutoff of 50% area reduction, with an AUC of 0.976. Lesions with less than 45% cross-sectional area stenosis on coronary CT angiography were not FFR-positive. When ROC analysis was conducted for lesion characteristics, AUC did not significantly improve. In conclusion, the percent coronary cross-sectional area stenosis measured using coronary CT angiography distinguished between FFR-positive and FFR-negative lesions with high accuracy. The severity of coronary cross-sectional area stenosis determined using CT angiography is clinically useful for predicting FFR.
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en-affil=Okayama University Graduate School of Health Sciences
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en-affil=Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama Heart Clinic
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en-affil=Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama Heart Clinic
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en-affil=Division of Cardiovascular Intervention, Okayama Heart Clinic
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kn-title=Histidine-rich glycoprotein inhibits TNF-α?induced tube formation in human vascular endothelial cells
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kn-abstract=Introduction: Tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α)-induced angiogenesis plays a critical role in tumor progression and metastasis, making it an important therapeutic target in cancer treatment. Suppressing angiogenesis can effectively limit tumor growth and metastasis. However, despite advancements in understanding angiogenic pathways, effective strategies to inhibit TNF-α-mediated angiogenesis remain limited.
Methods: This study investigates the antiangiogenic effects of histidine-rich glycoprotein (HRG), a multifunctional plasma protein with potent antiangiogenic properties, on TNF-α-stimulated human endothelial cells (EA.hy926). Tube formation assays were performed to assess angiogenesis, and gene/protein expression analyses were conducted to evaluate HRG’s effects on integrins αV and β8. The role of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (NRF2) in HRG-mediated antiangiogenic activity was also examined through nuclear translocation assays and NRF2 activation studies.
Results: At physiological concentrations, HRG effectively suppressed TNF-α-induced tube formation in vitro and downregulated TNF-α-induced expression of integrins αV and β8 at both the mRNA and protein levels. HRG treatment promoted NRF2 nuclear translocation in a time-dependent manner. Furthermore, activation of NRF2 significantly reduced TNF-α-induced tube formation and integrin expression, suggesting that NRF2 plays a key role in HRG-mediated antiangiogenic effects.
Discussion and Conclusion: Our findings indicate that HRG suppresses TNF-α-induced angiogenesis by promoting NRF2 nuclear translocation and transcriptional activation, which in turn inhibits integrin αV and β8 expression. Given the essential role of angiogenesis in tumor progression, HRG’s ability to regulate this process presents a promising therapeutic strategy for cancer treatment.
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kn-title=From sewage sludge to agriculture: governmental initiatives, technologies, and sustainable practices in Japan
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kn-abstract=Sewage sludge (SS), an underutilized but valuable resource for agriculture, contains essential nutrients, such as phosphorus. In Japan, where dependence on imported fertilizers is high and global price fluctuations persist, using SS as fertilizer presents a sustainable alternative aligned with circular economy goals. This review analyzes Japan’s current efforts to repurpose SS, focusing on technological developments and key policy initiatives that promote safe and effective application. Selective phosphorus recovery technologies mitigate resource depletion, while holistic approaches, such as composting and carbonization, maximize sludge utilization for agricultural applications. Government-led initiatives, including public awareness campaigns, quality assurance standards and research support, have facilitated the adoption of sludge-based fertilizers. To contextualize Japan’s position, international trends, particularly in the EU, are also examined. These comparisons reveal both common strategies and areas for policy and technological advancement, especially regarding regulation of emerging contaminants. By integrating national case studies with global perspectives, the study offers insights into the economic, environmental, and social benefits of SS reuse, contributing to Japan’s goals of resource self-sufficiency and carbon neutrality, while also informing broader sustainable agriculture transitions worldwide.
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en-affil=Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Water Supply and Sewerage Department, National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Water Supply and Sewerage Department, National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management
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affil-num=5
en-affil=R & D Department, Japan Sewage Works Agency
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affil-num=6
en-affil=1St Research Department, Japan Institute of Wastewater Engineering and Technology
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Institute for Rural Engineering, NARO
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Institute for Rural Engineering, NARO
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Institute for Agro-Environmental Sciences, NARO
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-title=
kn-title=Elucidation of the relationship between solid‐state photoluminescence and crystal structures in 2,6‐substituted naphthalene derivatives
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are known to exhibit fluorescence in solution, but generally do not emit in the solid state, with the notable exception of anthracene. We previously reported that PAHs containing multiple chromophores show solid-state emission, and we have investigated the relationship between their crystal structures and photoluminescence properties. In particular, PAHs with herringbone-type crystal packing, such as 2,6-diphenylnaphthalene (DPhNp), which has a slender and elongated molecular structure, exhibits red-shifted solid-state fluorescence spectra relative to their solution-phase counterparts. In this study, we synthesized 2,6-naphthalene derivatives bearing phenyl and/or pyridyl substituents (PhPyNp and DPyNp) and observed distinct, red-shifted emission in the solid state compared with that in solution. Crystallographic analysis revealed that both PhPyNp and DPyNp adopt herringbone packing motifs. These findings support our hypothesis that the spectral characteristics of PAH emission are closely linked to crystal packing arrangements, providing a useful strategy for screening PAH candidates for applications in organic semiconducting materials.
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en-aut-name=YamajiMinoru
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en-affil=Department of Applied Chemistry, Division of Materials and Environment, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Gunma University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Materials and Environmental Science, Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Technology Transfer Service Corporation
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Materials and Environmental Science, Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering, Kyushu University
kn-affil=
affil-num=6
en-affil=Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering, Kyushu University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Hamamatsu Photonics K.K
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Environment, Life, Natural Sciences and Technology, Okayama University
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start-page=43
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250220
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en-title=
kn-title=Fan-Shaped Pneumatic Soft Actuator that Can Operate Bending Motion for Ankle-Joint Rehabilitation Device
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Nowadays, owing to declining birthrates and an aging population, patients and the elderly requiring rehabilitation are not getting enough physical activity. In addressing this issue, devices for rehabilitating them have been researched and developed. However, rehabilitation devices are almost exclusively used for patients who can get up, rather than those who are bedridden. In this study, we aim to develop a rehabilitation device that can provide passive exercise for bedridden patients. The ankle joint was selected as the target joint because the patients who have undergone surgery for cerebrovascular disease remain bedridden, and early recovery in the acute stage is highly desirable. We proposed and tested a fan-shaped pneumatic soft actuator (FPSA) that can expand and bend stably at angles when supply pressure is applied as an actuator for a rehabilitation device to encourage patient exercise. However, the previous FPSA’s movement deviates from the arch of the foot owing to increased supply pressure. In the ideal case, FPSA should push the arch of the foot in an arc motion. This study proposes and tests the FPSA that can operate a bending motion to provide passive exercise to the ankle joint using tensile springs and a winding mechanism powered by a servo motor. The proposed FPSA has a significant advantage of exhibiting no hysteresis in its pressure-displacement characteristics. The configuration and static analytical model of the improved FPSA are described.
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en-aut-name=ShimookaSo
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en-aut-name=YokoyaHirosato
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en-aut-name=UeharaTakenori
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en-aut-name=HirayamaTakahiro
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en-aut-name=KamegawaTetsushi
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en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NHO Okayama Medical Center
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=fan-shaped pneumatic soft actuator
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start-page=e70090
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dt-accepted=
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en-title=
kn-title=Changes in body mass index during early childhood on school‐age asthma prevalence classified by phenotypes and sex
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background: Few studies have explored the relationship between changes in body mass index(BMI) during early childhood and asthma prevalence divided by phenotypes and sex, and the limited results are conflicting. This study assessed the impact of BMI changes during early childhood on school-age asthma, classified by phenotypes and sex, using a nationwide longitudinal survey in Japan.
Methods: From children born in 2001 (n =?47,015), we divided participants into BMI quartiles (Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4) and the following BMI categories: Q1Q1 (i.e., Q1 at birth and Q1 at age 7), Q1Q4, Q4Q1, Q4Q4, and others. Asthma history from ages 7 to 8 was analyzed, with bronchial asthma (BA) further categorized as allergic asthma (AA) or nonallergic asthma (NA) based on the presence of other allergic diseases. Using logistic regression, we estimated the asthma odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for each BMI category.
Results: Q1Q4 showed significantly higher risks of BA, AA, and NA. In boys, BA and NA risks were significantly higher in Q1Q4 (adjusted OR: 1.47 [95% CI: 1.17?1.85], at 1.56 [95% CI: 1.16?2.1]), with no significant difference in AA risk. In girls, no increased asthma risk was observed in Q1Q4, but AA risk was significantly higher in Q4Q4 (adjusted OR: 1.78 [95% CI: 1.21?2.6]).
Conclusion: Our results demonstrated that BMI changes during early childhood impact asthma risks, particularly that the risk of NA in boys increases with BMI changes during early childhood, and the risk of AA in girls increases with consistently high BMI.
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en-affil=Department of Pediatrics, Okayama University Medical School
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Pediatrics, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Pediatrics, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=Association between cesarean delivery and childhood allergic diseases in a longitudinal population-based birth cohort from Japan
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kn-abstract=The association between cesarean delivery and childhood allergic diseases, such as atopic dermatitis, food allergy, and bronchial asthma, remains unclear, with limited evidence from Asian populations. We analyzed population-based data of 2,114 children born in Japan in 2010 from the Longitudinal Survey of Babies in the 21st Century, linked to the Perinatal Research Network Database. Comparisons were made between children born by cesarean delivery and those born vaginally. Longitudinal outcomes were atopic dermatitis, food allergy, and bronchial asthma during childhood for each age group up to 9 years of age. We performed Poisson regression analyses with robust variance, and adjusted for child and parent variables, followed by supplementary analyses using generalized estimating equations (GEE). Children born by cesarean delivery did not have a higher risk of most outcomes compared to those born vaginally. GEE analysis found no association between cesarean delivery and atopic dermatitis (adjusted risk ratio [aRR] 0.8, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.5?1.2), food allergy (aRR 1.1, 95% CI 0.7?1.7), bronchial asthma (aRR 1.0, 95% CI 0.8?1.4), or allergic rhinoconjunctivitis (aRR 0.9, 95% CI 0.8?1.1). This study shows no clear evidence of an association between delivery mode and childhood allergic diseases in Japan.
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en-aut-name=YorifujiTakashi
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en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Epidemiology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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no-vol=32
cd-vols=
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article-no=
start-page=1334
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dt-pub-year=2024
dt-pub=20241203
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kn-title=Hemodynamic Assessment Using SPY Laser Fluorescence Imaging During Pancreatoduodenectomy with Common Hepatic Artery Resection
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kn-abstract=Background. Pancreatectomies combined with arterial resection can be indicated for pancreatic cancer. In a pancreatectomy with arterial resection, intraoperative confirmation of blood flow through reconstructed vessels is crucial. This study highlights the usefulness of SPY laser fluorescence imaging during a pancreatoduodenectomy with common hepatic artery resection (PD-CHAR).
Patient and Methods. A 55-year-old man with borderline resectable pancreatic head cancer underwent a PD-CHAR. After confirming tumor resectability, reconstruction of the CHA to the proper hepatic artery was performed. Subsequently, the superior mesenteric vein was reconstructed.
Results. SPY laser fluorescence imaging demonstrated arterial blood perfusion to the liver through the reconstructed hepatic artery, followed by perfusion from the portal vein. The operation lasted 493 min, with an estimated blood loss of 400 mL. The postoperative course was uneventful with good arterial blood flow.
Conclusion. The SPY Portable Handheld Imager could be valuable for visualizing blood flow in reconstructed vessels and assessing tissue perfusion during a pancreatectomy combined with vascular reconstruction.
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=Pancreatectomy
kn-keyword=Pancreatectomy
en-keyword=Pancreatic cancer
kn-keyword=Pancreatic cancer
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en-keyword=indocyanine green
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en-keyword=Laser fluorescence imaging
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no-vol=31
cd-vols=
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article-no=
start-page=8741
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2024
dt-pub=20240927
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Robot-Assisted Pancreaticoduodenectomy Using the Anterior Superior Mesenteric Artery-First Approach for Pancreatic Cancer
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en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background. The superior mesenteric artery (SMA)-first approach for pancreatic cancer (PC) is common surgical technique in pancreaticoduodenectomy. To date, few studies have reported SMA-first approach in robot-assisted pancreaticoduodenectomy (RPD). Herein, we present the anterior SMA-first approach for PC during RPD.
Patient and Method. A 75-year-old man with resectable PC underwent RPD after neoadjuvant chemotherapy. As pancreatic head tumor contacted with the superior mesenteric vein (SMV), the anterior SMA approach was applied. After the mesenteric Kocher maneuver, the jejunum was divided and the left side of the SMA was dissected. Subsequently, the anterior plane of the SMA was dissected. Following the division of branches from the mesenteric vessels, the SMA was taped, and the circumferential dissection around the SMA was performed to detach the pancreatic neck from the SMA completely. Finally, the dissection between the SMV and the tumor was performed under vascular control to remove the specimen.
Conclusions. The anterior SMA-first approach can be optional in patients with PC undergoing RPD. This unique approach allows for the circumferential dissection around the SMA during RPD.
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en-aut-name=TakagiKosei
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aut-affil-num=3
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=Robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy
kn-keyword=Robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy
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kn-keyword=Superior mesenteric artery approach
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dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2024
dt-pub=202408
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en-title=
kn-title=The state of robotic vs. open pancreatoduodenectomy
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kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=TakagiKosei
en-aut-sei=Takagi
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
en-aut-name=FujiTomokazu
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en-aut-name=YasuiKazuya
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aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=
en-aut-name=YamadaMotohiko
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en-aut-name=NishiyamaTakeyoshi
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=Robotic surgery
kn-keyword=Robotic surgery
en-keyword=open surgery
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en-keyword=pancreatoduodenectomy (PD)
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en-keyword=outcomes
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=43
cd-vols=
no-issue=2
article-no=
start-page=282
end-page=289
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2024
dt-pub=20240917
dt-online=
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Evaluation of a novel central venous access port for direct catheter insertion without a peel-away sheath
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Purpose This study retrospectively evaluated the feasibility and safety of implanting a newly developed central venous access port (CV-port) that allows catheter insertion into a vein without the use of a peel-away sheath, with a focus on its potential to minimize risks associated with conventional implantation methods.
Materials and methods All procedures were performed using a new device (P-U CelSite Port? MS; Toray Medical, Tokyo, Japan) under ultrasound guidance. The primary endpoint was the implantation success rate. The secondary endpoints were the safety and risk factors for infection in the early postprocedural period (30 days).
Results We assessed 523 CV-port implantations performed in a cumulative total of 523 patients (240 men and 283 women; mean age, 61.6?±?13.1 years; range, 18?85 years). All implantations were successfully performed using an inner guide tube and over-the-wire technique through 522 internal jugular veins and one subclavian vein. The mean procedural time was 33.2?±?10.9 min (range 15?112 min). Air embolism, rupture/perforation of the superior vena cava, or hemothorax did not occur during catheter insertion. Eleven (2.1%) intraprocedural complications occurred, including Grade I arrhythmia (n?=?8) and subcutaneous bleeding (n?=?1), Grade II arrhythmia (n?=?1), and Grade IIIa pneumothorax (n?=?1). Furthermore, 496 patients were followed up for???30 days. Six early postprocedural complications were encountered (1.1%), including Grade IIIa infection (n?=?4), catheter occlusion (n?=?1), and skin necrosis due to subcutaneous leakage of trabectedin (n?=?1). These six CV-ports were withdrawn, and no significant risk factors for infection in the early postprocedural period were identified.
Conclusion The implantation of this CV-port device demonstrated comparable success and complication rates to conventional devices, with the added potential benefit of eliminating complications associated with the use of a peel-away sheath.
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en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Central venous catheters
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kn-keyword=Vascular access device
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no-vol=17
cd-vols=
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article-no=
start-page=2406
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dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250721
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kn-title=Definitions of, Advances in, and Treatment Strategies for Breast Cancer Oligometastasis
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kn-abstract=Oligometastasis represents a clinically relevant state of limited metastatic disease that could be amenable to selected local therapies in carefully chosen patients. Although initial trials such as SABR-COMET demonstrated a survival benefit with aggressive local treatment, breast cancer was underrepresented. Subsequent breast cancer-specific trials, including NRG-BR002, failed to show a clear survival benefit, highlighting uncertainties and the need for further refinement in patient selection and integration with systemic approaches. The definitions of oligometastasis continue to evolve, incorporating radiological, clinical, and biological features. Advances in imaging and molecular profiling suggest that oligometastatic breast cancer might represent a distinct biological subtype, with potential biomarkers including PIK3CA mutations and YAP/TAZ expression. Organ-specific strategies using stereotactic radiotherapy, surgery, and proton therapy have shown favorable local control in certain settings, though their impact on the overall survival remains under investigation. Emerging techniques, including circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) analysis, are being explored to improve patient selection and disease monitoring. Ongoing trials may provide further insight into the role of local therapy, particularly in hormone receptor-positive or HER2-positive subtypes. Local and systemic strategies need to be carefully coordinated to optimize the outcomes. This review summarizes the current definitions of and evidence and therapeutic considerations for oligometastatic breast cancer and outlines potential future directions.
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kn-title=Primary tumour resection plus systemic therapy versus systemic therapy alone in metastatic breast cancer (JCOG1017, PRIM-BC): a randomised clinical trial
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kn-abstract=Background: Several prospective studies have evaluated the benefit of primary tumour resection (PTR) in de novo Stage IV breast cancer (BC) patients, but it remains controversial. We aimed to investigate whether PTR improves the survival of de novo stage IV BC patients.
Methods: De novo stage IV BC patients were enrolled in the first registration and received systemic therapies according to clinical subtypes. Patients without progression after primary systemic therapy for 3 months were randomly assigned 1:1 to systemic therapy alone (arm A) or PTR plus systemic therapy (arm B). The primary endpoint was overall survival (OS), and the secondary endpoints included local relapse-free survival (LRFS).
Results: Five hundred seventy patients were enrolled between May 5, 2011, and May 31, 2018. Of these, 407 were randomised to arm A (N?=?205) or arm B (N?=?202). The median follow-up time of all randomised patients was 60 months. The difference in OS was not statistically significant (HR 0.86 90% CI 0.69?1.07, one-sided p?=?0.13). Median OS was 69 months (arm A) and 75 months (arm B). In the subgroup analysis, PTR was associated with improved OS in pre-menopausal patients, or those with single-organ metastasis. LRFS in arm B was significantly longer than that in arm A (median LRFS 20 vs. 63 months: HR 0.42, 95% CI 0.33?0.53, p?0.0001). There were no treatment-related deaths.
Conclusions: PTR did not prolong OS. However, it improved local control and might benefit a subset of patients, such as those with premenopausal status or with single-organ metastasis. It also improved local relapse-free survival (LRFS), which is a clinically meaningful outcome in trials of systemic therapy.
Clinical trial registration: UMIN Clinical Trials Registry (UMIN000005586); Japan Registry of Clinical Trials (jRCTs031180151).
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kn-title=Immediate breast reconstruction surgery for breast cancer: current status and future directions
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kn-abstract=Background Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) has become increasingly recognized in Japan as an important component of breast cancer care, improving patients’ quality of life after mastectomy. While the adoption of IBR is growing, the reconstruction rate in Japan remains lower than in Western countries. To clarify the current practice and challenges, the Japanese Breast Cancer Society (JBCS) conducted a nationwide survey.
Methods We conducted a comprehensive web-based questionnaire survey among all JBCS-certified institutions between December 2020 and February 2021. The survey assessed institutional capabilities, surgical techniques, decision-making criteria for BR, and the integration of adjuvant therapy.
Results A total of 429 institutions responded, with 72.5% offering BR and 61.7% capable of providing immediate reconstruction. Nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM) was performed at 73.7% of institutions offering reconstruction. Multidisciplinary conferences with plastic surgeons were held at 70.5% of institutions. Approximately 30% of institutions discontinued IBR if sentinel lymph node metastases were detected intraoperatively, and 62.8% avoided recommending IBR for patients likely to require postoperative radiation therapy. In 94% of institutions, BR did not cause delays in the administration of adjuvant chemotherapy. However, 15% of institutions modified their radiation therapy approach in reconstructed patients. Additionally, 27% of physicians still believed that BR could negatively affect prognosis.
Conclusions The survey confirmed that IBR is widely performed and feasible in Japan. However, institutional differences, limited access to plastic surgeons, and persistent misconceptions remain significant barriers. Strengthening multidisciplinary collaboration and establishing standardized guidelines will help improve BR rates and patient outcomes in Japan.
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Medical School
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Medical School
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Medical School
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Medical School
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Medical School
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Medical Neurobiology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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start-page=350
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kn-title=N-Phenylphenothiazine Radical Cation with Extended π-Systems: Enhanced Heat Resistance of Triarylamine Radical Cations as Near-Infrared Absorbing Dyes
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kn-abstract=N-Phenylphenothiazine derivatives extended with various aryl groups were designed and synthesized. These derivatives have bent conformation in crystal and exhibit high solubility. Radical cations obtained by one-electron oxidation of these derivatives gave stable radical cations in solution and showed absorption in the near-infrared region. A radical cation was isolated as a stable salt, which exhibited heat resistance up to around 200 °C. A design strategy for radical cation-based near-infrared absorbing dyes, which are easily oxidized and stable not only as a solution but in solid form, is described.
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en-aut-name=YanoMasafumi
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en-affil=Faculty of Chemistry, Material and Bioengineering, Kansai University
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en-affil=Faculty of Chemistry, Material and Bioengineering, Kansai University
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en-affil=Faculty of Chemistry, Material and Bioengineering, Kansai University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Division of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Osaka Research Institute of Industrial Science and Technology
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en-keyword=triarylamines
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dt-pub=202501
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kn-title=Clinical impact of combined assessment of myocardial inflammation and fibrosis using myocardial biopsy in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy: a multicentre, retrospective cohort study
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kn-abstract=Background Among patients with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), myocardial inflammation and fibrosis are risk factors for poor clinical outcomes. Here, we investigated the combined prognostic value of these two factors, as evaluated using myocardial biopsy samples.
Methods This retrospective and multicentre study included patients with DCM?defined as LVEF of ?45% and left diastolic diameter of >112% of predicted value, without evidence of secondary or ischaemic cardiomyopathy. In myocardial biopsy samples, inflammatory cells were counted using immunohistochemistry, and Masson’s Trichrome staining was performed to quantify the myocardial fibrosis as collagen area fraction (CAF). Higher myocardial inflammation was defined as leucocytes of ?14/mm?, including ?4 monocytes/mm?, with CD3+ T lymphocytes of?7/mm?. Greater myocardial fibrosis was defined as CAF of>5.9% by the Youden’s index. The primary endpoint was cardiac death or left ventricular assist device implantation.
Results A total of 255 DCM patients were enrolled (average age, 53.1 years; 78% males). Within this cohort, the mean LVEF was 28.0%, mean CAF was 10.7% and median CD3+ cell count was 8.3/mm2. During the median follow-up period of 2688 days, 46 patients met the primary endpoint. Multivariable Cox proportional hazard analyses revealed that CD3+ cell count and CAF were independent determinants of the primary endpoint. Kaplan?Meier analysis showed that patients with both higher myocardial inflammation and greater fibrosis had the worst prognosis (log-rank p<0.001). When myocardial inflammation was graded as one of three degrees: T lymphocytes of <13/mm? (low); 13 of 13.1?23.9/mm? (moderate); and T lymphocytes of ?24?/mm? (high), patients with moderate inflammation exhibited a superior survival rate when CAF was ?5.9%, but a worse survival rate when CAF was >5.9%.
Conclusions Having both biopsy-proven higher myocardial inflammation and greater fibrosis predicted the worst clinical prognosis in patients with DCM.
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en-aut-name=NakayamaTakafumi
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en-aut-name=OgoKeiko Ohta
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en-aut-name=KanamoriHiromitsu
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kn-title=Hydrogen Embrittlement Characteristics of Austenitic Stainless Steels After Punching Process
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kn-abstract=This study investigates the influence of microstructural characteristics on the hydrogen embrittlement of SUS304 austenitic stainless steel. The investigation utilized SUS304 sheets with a thickness of 1.5 mm, which were processed by punching with an 8 mm diameter to make specimens. Severe plastic deformation was localized near the punching edge, with the extent of deformation determined by the punching speed. Slower punching speeds induced more pronounced plastic strain, which was closely associated with work hardening and strain-induced martensitic (SIM) transformation. The SIM phase was predominantly observed within a depth of approximately 0.1 mm from the punched edge when processed at a punching speed of 0.25 mm/s, corresponding to roughly 10% of the cross-sectional area of the sample. These microstructural changes led to a significant reduction in tensile and fatigue strength, thereby exacerbating susceptibility to severe hydrogen embrittlement, despite the limited extent of microstructural alteration. Based on these findings, a modified Goodman diagram for SUS304 austenitic stainless steel, incorporating mechanical properties and hydrogen embrittlement behavior, was proposed.
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kn-title=Clinical and Genetic Analyses of SPG7 in Japanese Patients with Undiagnosed Ataxia
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kn-abstract=Objective Spastic paraplegia 7 (SPG7) is an autosomal recessive neurodegenerative disorder caused by biallelic pathogenic variants in SPG7. It is predominantly characterized by adult-onset slowly progressive spastic paraparesis. While SPG7 presenting with ataxia with or without spasticity is relatively common in Europe and North America, it is considered rare in Japan. This study aimed to identify SPG7 patients among those with undiagnosed ataxia within the Japanese population.
Methods We retrospectively selected 351 patients with undiagnosed ataxia, excluding those with secondary and common spinocerebellar ataxia. Whole-exome sequence analysis was conducted, and homozygosity of the identified variants was confirmed using droplet digital polymerase chain reaction (ddPCR).
Results Among the 351 patients, 2 were diagnosed with SPG7, and homozygosity was confirmed by ddPCR. Both patients carried homozygous pathogenic variants in SPG7: c.1948G>A, p.Asp650Asn, and c.1192C>T, p.Arg398Ter (NM_003119.4). Clinically, both patients presented with progressive ataxia. In addition, Patient 1 exhibited partial ophthalmoplegia and spastic paraparesis, whereas Patient 2 demonstrated cerebellar ataxia without spasticity.
Conclusion The rarity of SPG7 in Japan may be attributed to variation in the minor allele frequency of the c.1529C>T, p.Ala510Val variant, which is more prevalent in Europe and North America than in other areas.
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affil-num=2
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Neurology, International University of Health and Welfare Mita Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Precision Medicine Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Neurology, International University of Health and Welfare Mita Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Precision Medicine Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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dt-pub-year=2025
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kn-title=The Asia-Pacific Body Mass Index Classification and New-Onset Chronic Kidney Disease in Non-Diabetic Japanese Adults: A Community-Based Longitudinal Study from 1998 to 2023
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Obesity is a risk factor for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Asians. The Asia-Pacific body mass index (BMI) classification sets lower obesity cutoffs than the conventional BMI classification for all races, generally reflecting the lower BMIs in Asians. This longitudinal study evaluated the association between BMI, as classified by the Asia-Pacific BMI system, and CKD development in non-diabetic Asian adults. Methods: A population-based longitudinal study (1998?2023) was conducted in non-diabetic Japanese adults (hemoglobin A1c < 6.5%) in Zentsuji City (Kagawa Prefecture, Japan). The generalized gamma model was used to assess the relationship between time-varying BMI categories and CKD development, stratified by sex. CKD was defined as an estimated glomerular filtration rate of <60 mL/min/1.73 m2. BMI was calculated as weight (kg) divided by the square of height (m2) and categorized per the Asia-Pacific classification as overweight (23.0?24.9 kg/m2), obesity class I (25.0?29.9 kg/m2), and obesity class II (?30.0 kg/m2). Results: CKD developed in 34.2% of 3098 men and 34.8% of 4391 women. The mean follow-up times were 7.41 years for men and 8.25 years for women. During follow-up, the BMI distributions for men were 5.0% underweight, 43.3% normal weight, 25.6% overweight, 24.1% obesity class I, and 2.0% obesity class II; those for women were 7.7%, 50.5%, 20.5%, 18.3%, and 2.9%, respectively. Compared with normal weight, obesity class I was associated with a 6% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 2?10%) shorter time to CKD onset in men and 5% (95% CI: 2?7%) in women. In both sexes, obesity class II showed shorter survival times than normal weight by point estimates, although all 95% CIs crossed the null value. Conclusions: Obesity, as classified by the Asia-Pacific BMI system, shortened the time to CKD onset in non-diabetic Asians. The conventional BMI cutoff for obesity (?30.0 kg/m2) may be too high to identify CKD risk in this population. The findings of this study may be useful for public health professionals in designing interventions to prevent CKD.
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en-affil=Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=Clinical, neuroimaging and genetic findings in the Japanese case series of CLCN2-related leukoencephalopathy
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Fuefuki Central Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Fuefuki Central Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
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kn-title=Long‐term outcomes of endoscopic resection of superficial esophageal squamous cell carcinoma in late‐elderly patients
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kn-abstract=Background and Aim: As the population ages, the number of elderly patients with superficial esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) is increasing. We aimed to clarify the indications for endoscopic resection (ER) in late-elderly patients with ESCC in terms of life expectancy.
Methods: Patients aged ?75 years who underwent ER for ESCC at our institution from January 2005 to December 2018 were enrolled. Clinical data, including the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status, American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status (ASA-PS), Charlson comorbidity index, and prognostic nutritional index (PNI), were collected at the time of ER. The main outcome measure was overall survival (OS).
Results: Two hundred eight consecutive patients were enrolled. The patients' median age was 78 years (range, 75?89 years). The 5-year follow-up rate was 88.5% (median follow-up period, 6.6 years). The 5-year OS rate was 79.2% (95% confidence interval [CI], 72.2?84.8), and 5-year net survival standardized for age, sex, and calendar year was 1.04 (95% CI, 0.98?1.09). In the multivariate analysis, an ASA-PS of 3 (hazard ratio, 2.45; 95% CI, 1.16?5.17) and PNI of <44.0 (hazard ratio, 2.73; 95% CI, 1.38?5.40) were independent prognostic factors. When neither of these factors was met, the 5-year OS rate was 87.8% (95% CI, 80.0?92.9), and 5-year net survival was 1.08 (95% CI, 1.02?1.14).
Conclusions: ER for ESCC in late-elderly patients may improve life expectancy. ER is recommended in patients with a good ASA-PS and PNI.
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kn-abstract=A 38-year-old Japanese man was diagnosed with extranodal marginal zone lymphoma of the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue in the stomach (gastric MALT lymphoma). Fluorescence in situ hybridization analysis revealed the absence of t (11;18) (q21;q21) translocation but the presence of extra copies of MALT1, indicating tetrasomy 18. Helicobacter pylori eradication led to complete remission (CR). However, the gastric MALT lymphoma relapsed after 11 years old. This case underscores the need for long-term observation (>10 years) of patients with gastric MALT lymphoma. Further investigation is warranted to elucidate the correlation between trisomy/tetrasomy 18 and the recurrence propensity.
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kn-abstract=The development of multiple squamous cell carcinomas (SCC) in the upper aerodigestive tract, which includes the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, and esophagus, is explained by field cancerization and is associated with alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking. We reviewed the association between alcohol consumption, multiple Lugol-voiding lesions, and field cancerization, mainly based on the Japan Esophageal Cohort study. The Japan Esophageal Cohort study is a prospective cohort study that enrolled patients with esophageal SCC after endoscopic resection. Enrolled patients received surveillance by gastrointestinal endoscopy every 6 months and surveillance by an otolaryngologist every 12 months. The Japan Esophageal Cohort study showed that esophageal SCC and head and neck SCC that developed after endoscopic resection for esophageal SCC were associated with genetic polymorphisms related to alcohol metabolism. They were also associated with Lugol-voiding lesions grade in the background esophageal mucosa, the score of the health risk appraisal model for predicting the risk of esophageal SCC, macrocytosis, and score on alcohol use disorders identification test. The standardized incidence ratio of head and neck SCC in patients with esophageal SCC after endoscopic resection was extremely high compared to the general population. Drinking and smoking cessation is strongly recommended to reduce the risk of metachronous esophageal SCC after treatment of esophageal SCC. Risk factors for field cancerization provide opportunities for early diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment. Lifestyle guidance of alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking for esophageal precancerous conditions, which are endoscopically visualized as multiple Lugol-voiding lesions, may play a pivotal role in decreasing the incidence and mortality of esophageal SCC.
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en-affil=Department of Therapeutic Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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en-affil=Department of Health and Promotion, National Institute of Public Health
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, National Cancer Center Hospital East
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en-affil=Endoscopy Division, National Cancer Center Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Kitasato University School of Medicine
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en-affil=Division of Endoscopy, Hokkaido University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Ishikawa Prefectural Central Hospital
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en-affil=Division of Gastroenterology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Therapeutic Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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en-affil=Division of Endoscopy, Shizuoka Cancer Center
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en-affil=Department of Surgery, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Practical Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Kanagawa Cancer Center
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en-affil=Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Showa University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Kumamoto Regional Medical Center
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affil-num=16
en-affil=Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Marianna University School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Surgery, Kawasaki Municipal Kawasaki Hospital
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affil-num=18
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Tochigi Cancer Center
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en-affil=Department of Therapeutic Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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en-affil=Department of Therapeutic Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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en-affil=Department of Therapeutic Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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en-affil=Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kyoto University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kitasato University School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Public Health, Wakayama Medical University School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Head and Neck Surgery, National Cancer Center Hospital East
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affil-num=26
en-affil=Department of Molecular-Targeting Prevention, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine
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affil-num=27
en-affil=Clinical Research Unit, National Hospital Organization Kurihama Medical and Addiction Center
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affil-num=28
en-affil=Department of Therapeutic Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
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en-keyword=alcohol
kn-keyword=alcohol
en-keyword=esophageal cancer
kn-keyword=esophageal cancer
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en-keyword=head and neck cancer
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cd-vols=
no-issue=8
article-no=
start-page=e18026
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dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=202508
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en-title=
kn-title=Commissioning of respiratory‐gated 4D dynamic dose calculations for various gating widths without spot timestamp in proton pencil beam scanning
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kn-abstract=Background: Proton pencil beam scanning (PBS) is susceptible to dose degradation because of interplay effects on moving targets. For cases of unacceptable motion, respiratory-gated (RG) irradiation is an effective alternative to free breathing (FB) irradiation. However, the introduction of RG irradiation with larger gate widths (GW) is hindered by interplay effects, which are analogous to those observed with FB irradiation. Accurate estimation of interplay effects can be performed by recording spot timestamps. However, our machine lacks this feature, making it imperative to find an alternative approach. Thus, we developed an RG 4-dimensional dynamic dose (RG-4DDD) system without spot timestamps.
Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the accuracy of calculated doses from the RG-4DDD system for PBS plans with varying breathing curves, amplitudes, and periods for 10%?50% GW.
Methods: RG-4DDDs were reconstructed using in-house developed software that assigned timestamps to individual spots, integrated start times for spills with breathing curves, and utilized deformable registrations for dose accumulation. Three cubic verification plans were created using a heterogeneous phantom. Additionally, typical liver and lung cases were employed for patient plan validation. Single- and multi-field-optimized (SFO and IMPT) plans (ten beams in total) were created for the liver and lung cases in a homogeneous phantom. Lateral profile measurements were obtained under both motion and no-motion conditions using a 2D ionization chamber array (2D-array) and EBT3 Gafchromic films on the CIRS dynamic platform. Breathing curves from the cubic plans were used to assess nine patterns of sine curves, with amplitudes of 5.0?10.0 mm (10.0?20.0 mm target motions) and periods of 3?6 sec. Patient field verifications were conducted using a representative patient curve with an average amplitude of 6.4 mm and period of 3.2 sec. Additional simulations were performed assuming a ± 10% change in assigned timestamps for the dose rate (DR), spot spill (0.08-s), and gate time delay (0.1-s) to evaluate the effect of parameter selection on our 4DDD models. The 4DDDs were compared with measured values using the 2D gamma index and absolute doses over that required for dosing 95% of the target.
Results: The 2D-array measurements showed that average gamma scores for the reference (no motion) and 4DDD plans for all GWs were at least 99.9 ± 0.2% and 98.2 ± 2.4% at 3%/3 mm, respectively. The gamma scores of the 4DDDs in film measurements exceeded 95.4% and 92.9% at 2%/2 mm for the cubic and patient plans, respectively. The 4DDD calculations were acceptable under DR changes of ±10% and both spill and gate time delays of ±0.18 sec. For the 4DDD plan using all GWs for all measurement points, the absolute point differences for all validation plans were within ±5.0% for 99.1% of the points.
Conclusions: The RG-4DDD calculations (less than 50% GW) of the heterogeneous and actual patient plans showed good agreement with measurements for various breathing curves in the amplitudes and periods described above. The proposed system allows us to evaluate actual RG irradiation without requiring the ability to record spot timestamps.
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en-aut-name=TominagaYuki
en-aut-sei=Tominaga
en-aut-mei=Yuki
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en-aut-name=WakisakaYushi
en-aut-sei=Wakisaka
en-aut-mei=Yushi
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aut-affil-num=2
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en-aut-name=KatoTakahiro
en-aut-sei=Kato
en-aut-mei=Takahiro
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aut-affil-num=3
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en-aut-name=IchiharaMasaya
en-aut-sei=Ichihara
en-aut-mei=Masaya
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aut-affil-num=4
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en-aut-name=YasuiKeisuke
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aut-affil-num=5
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en-aut-name=SasakiMotoharu
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en-aut-name=OitaMasataka
en-aut-sei=Oita
en-aut-mei=Masataka
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en-aut-name=NishioTeiji
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en-affil=Department of Radiotherapy, Medical Co. Hakuhokai, Osaka Proton Therapy Clinic
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Radiotherapy, Medical Co. Hakuhokai, Osaka Proton Therapy Clinic
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Radiological Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Fukushima Medical University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Medical Physics Laboratory, Division of Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Osaka
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affil-num=5
en-affil=School of Medical Sciences, Fujita Health University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Faculty of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Medical Physics Laboratory, Division of Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Osaka
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en-keyword=4D dynamic dose
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=16
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no-issue=1
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start-page=77
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dt-pub=20240410
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en-title=
kn-title=Impact of amyloid and tau positivity on longitudinal brain atrophy in cognitively normal individuals
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background Individuals on the preclinical Alzheimer's continuum, particularly those with both amyloid and tau positivity (A?+?T?+), display a rapid cognitive decline and elevated disease progression risk. However, limited studies exist on brain atrophy trajectories within this continuum over extended periods.
Methods This study involved 367 ADNI participants grouped based on combinations of amyloid and tau statuses determined through cerebrospinal fluid tests. Using longitudinal MRI scans, brain atrophy was determined according to the whole brain, lateral ventricle, and hippocampal volumes and cortical thickness in AD-signature regions. Cognitive performance was evaluated with the Preclinical Alzheimer's Cognitive Composite (PACC). A generalized linear mixed-effects model was used to examine group?×?time interactions for these measures. In addition, progression risks to mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia were compared among the groups using Cox proportional hazards models.
Results A total of 367 participants (48 A?+?T?+?, 86 A?+?T???, 63 A???T?+?, and 170 A???T???; mean age 73.8 years, mean follow-up 5.1 years, and 47.4% men) were included. For the lateral ventricle and PACC score, the A?+?T???and A?+?T?+?groups demonstrated statistically significantly greater volume expansion and cognitive decline over time than the A???T???group (lateral ventricle: β?=?0.757 cm3/year [95% confidence interval 0.463 to 1.050], P?.001 for A?+?T???, and β?=?0.889 cm3/year [0.523 to 1.255], P?.001 for A?+?T?+?; PACC: β?=????0.19 /year [??0.36 to???0.02], P?=?.029 for A?+?T???, and β?=????0.59 /year [??0.80 to???0.37], P?.001 for A?+?T?+). Notably, the A?+?T?+?group exhibited additional brain atrophy including the whole brain (β?=????2.782 cm3/year [??4.060 to???1.504], P?.001), hippocampus (β?=????0.057 cm3/year [??0.085 to???0.029], P?.001), and AD-signature regions (β?=????0.02 mm/year [??0.03 to???0.01], P?.001). Cox proportional hazards models suggested an increased risk of progressing to MCI or dementia in the A?+?T?+?group versus the A???T???group (adjusted hazard ratio?=?3.35 [1.76 to 6.39]).
Conclusions In cognitively normal individuals, A?+?T?+?compounds brain atrophy and cognitive deterioration, amplifying the likelihood of disease progression. Therapeutic interventions targeting A?+?T?+?individuals could be pivotal in curbing brain atrophy, cognitive decline, and disease progression.
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en-aut-name=FujishimaMotonobu
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en-aut-mei=Motonobu
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aut-affil-num=1
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en-aut-name=KawasakiYohei
en-aut-sei=Kawasaki
en-aut-mei=Yohei
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aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=
en-aut-name=MitsuhashiToshiharu
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en-aut-mei=Toshiharu
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aut-affil-num=3
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en-aut-name=MatsudaHiroshi
en-aut-sei=Matsuda
en-aut-mei=Hiroshi
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aut-affil-num=4
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Radiology, Kumagaya General Hospital
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Biostatistics, Graduate School of Medicine, Saitama Medical University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Center for Innovative Clinical Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Biofunctional Imaging, Fukushima Medical University
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en-keyword=Preclinical
kn-keyword=Preclinical
en-keyword=Alzheimer’s disease
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en-keyword=Longitudinal MRI
kn-keyword=Longitudinal MRI
en-keyword=Tau
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en-keyword=Amyloid-β
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=25
cd-vols=
no-issue=1
article-no=
start-page=434
end-page=
dt-received=
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dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250605
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=A study on the timing of small-bowel capsule endoscopy and its impact on the detection rate of bleeding sources
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kn-subtitle=
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kn-abstract=Background Small-bowel capsule endoscopy (SBCE) is an essential diagnostic tool for obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, particularly for identifying bleeding sources in the small intestine. The timing of SBCE is thought to affect its diagnostic yield; however, the optimal timing remains unknown.
Methods This retrospective study analyzed 131 patients with overt gastrointestinal bleeding managed with SBCE at our institution between May 2015 and December 2022. Patients were categorized into four groups based on the interval between their last bleeding episode and SBCE: 1?7, 8?14, 15?28, and ??29 days.
Results Positive findings were observed in approximately 50% of the cases across all intervals, with no statistically significant differences in the detection rates. Vascular lesions were detected primarily within 1?14 days, whereas inflammatory lesions, tumors, and diverticula were identified across all intervals. Notably, 25% of the patients with negative SBCE findings were later diagnosed with sources of non-small bowel bleeding, highlighting the value of follow-up endoscopic evaluations.
Conclusions Our findings suggest that SBCE can be effective regardless of the time after a bleeding event, contrary to previous recommendations emphasizing its early use. Clinicians should consider performing SBCE whenever feasible to improve the diagnostic outcomes for gastrointestinal bleeding, irrespective of the elapsed time since the last episode.
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en-aut-name=KametakaDaisuke
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en-aut-mei=Daisuke
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en-aut-name=IwamuroMasaya
en-aut-sei=Iwamuro
en-aut-mei=Masaya
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aut-affil-num=2
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en-aut-sei=Inokuchi
en-aut-mei=Toshihiro
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en-aut-mei=Seiji
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en-aut-name=HiraokaSakiko
en-aut-sei=Hiraoka
en-aut-mei=Sakiko
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aut-affil-num=5
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en-aut-name=OtsukaMotoyuki
en-aut-sei=Otsuka
en-aut-mei=Motoyuki
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en-affil=Division of Endoscopy, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=Diagnostic yield
kn-keyword=Diagnostic yield
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kn-keyword=Obscure Gastrointestinal bleeding
en-keyword=Retrospective study
kn-keyword=Retrospective study
en-keyword=Small-bowel capsule endoscopy
kn-keyword=Small-bowel capsule endoscopy
en-keyword=Timing of endoscopy
kn-keyword=Timing of endoscopy
en-keyword=Vascular lesions
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=40
cd-vols=
no-issue=6
article-no=
start-page=1435
end-page=1445
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250515
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Real-World Effectiveness and Safety of Vedolizumab in Patients ??70 Versus 70?Years With Ulcerative Colitis: Multicenter Retrospective Study
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background and Aim: Vedolizumab (VDZ) is often used in older patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) in clinical practice; however, real-world evidence is still limited, including in those with late-onset UC.
Methods: This post hoc analysis of a multicenter, retrospective, observational chart review, enrolling 370 patients with UC receiving VDZ between December 2018 and February 2020, compared effectiveness and safety of VDZ among patients ??70 (n?=?40) versus 70?years (n?=?330), and among patients ??70?years with and without late-onset UC (age at disease onset: ??70 [n?=?13] versus 70?years [n?=?26]).
Results: There were no differences between patients ??70 and 70?years in clinical remission rates (week 6: 57.5% vs. 47.6%, p?=?0.9174; week 14: 62.5% vs. 54.8%, p?=?0.1317; week 54: 47.5% vs. 46.4%, p?=?0.8149), primary nonresponse (10.0% vs. 15.5%, p?=?0.6248), loss of response (12.5% vs. 9.4%, p?=?0.5675), or overall safety. Among patients ??70?years, the incidence of adverse drug reactions was numerically greater in those with concomitant corticosteroids than in those without. For older patients with and without late-onset UC, week 54 remission rates were 23.1% versus 57.7% (p?=?0.0544); surgery was reported in 3/13 versus 2/26 patients and hospitalization in 5/13 versus 6/26 patients. One death was reported in patients with late-onset UC.
Conclusions: VDZ effectiveness and safety were similar in patients ??70 and 70?years; VDZ may be a suitable treatment option for patients ??70?years with UC. Patients with late-onset UC tended to have more frequent surgery/hospitalization and lower effectiveness than those without, possibly necessitating greater caution when using VDZ.
Trial Registration: Japanese Registry of Clinical Trials registration number: jRCT-1080225363
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en-aut-name=HibiToshifumi
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyorin University School of Medicine
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Center for Advanced IBD Research and Treatment, Kitasato University Kitasato Institute Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Sapporo-Kosei General Hospital
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Institute of Science Tokyo
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Yokohama City University Medical Center
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Juntendo University School of Medicine
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Kyorin University School of Medicine
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affil-num=8
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kn-affil=
affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, IBD Center, Tsujinaka Hospital Kashiwanoha
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, St. Marianna University School of Medicine
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Kitasato University School of Medicine
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Fukuoka University Chikushi Hospital
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affil-num=13
en-affil=Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital
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affil-num=14
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Saiseikai Utsunomiya Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=15
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Dokkyo Medical University
kn-affil=
affil-num=16
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, NHO Nagoya Medical Center
kn-affil=
affil-num=17
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Medicine, Fukuoka University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=18
en-affil=Japan Medical Office, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
kn-affil=
affil-num=19
en-affil=Japan Medical Office, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
kn-affil=
affil-num=20
en-affil=Japan Medical Office, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
kn-affil=
affil-num=21
en-affil=Japan Medical Office, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
kn-affil=
affil-num=22
en-affil=Center for Advanced IBD Research and Treatment, Kitasato University Kitasato Institute Hospital
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en-keyword=elderly
kn-keyword=elderly
en-keyword=inflammatory bowel diseases
kn-keyword=inflammatory bowel diseases
en-keyword=onset age
kn-keyword=onset age
en-keyword=vedolizumab
kn-keyword=vedolizumab
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=29
cd-vols=
no-issue=7
article-no=
start-page=920
end-page=927
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250228
dt-online=
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en-subject=
kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=The association of fasting triglyceride variability with renal dysfunction and proteinuria in medical checkup participants
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Background The association between the variability of triglyceride (TG) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression remains unclear. We examined whether intraindividual variability in fasting TG was associated with the exacerbation of CKD.
Methods We conducted a retrospective and observational study. 18,339 participants, who went through medical checkups and had checked their estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and semi-quantitative proteinuria by urine dipstick every year since 2017 for 4 years were registered. Variability in fasting TG was determined using the standard deviation (SD), and maximum minus minimum difference (MMD) between 2017 and 2021. The primary end point for the analysis of eGFR decline was eGFR?60 mL/min/1.73 m2. The secondary end point for the analysis of proteinuria was the incidence of proteinuria???(?±) by urine dipstick.
Results The renal survival was lower in the higher-SD, and higher-MMD groups than in the lower-SD, and lower-MMD groups, respectively (log-rank test p?0.001, and?0.001, respectively). Lower SD and lower MMD were significantly associated with renal survival in the adjusted model (hazard ratio (HR), 1.12; 95% confidence intervals (CI), 1.04?1.21, and HR, 1.13; 95% CI 1.05?1.23, respectively). The non-incidence of proteinuria was lower in the higher-SD, and higher-MMD groups than in the lower-SD, and lower-MMD groups, respectively (log-rank test p?0.001 and?0.001, respectively).
Conclusion Fasting TG variability was associated with CKD progression in participants who went through medical checkups.
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en-aut-name=Matsuoka-UchiyamaNatsumi
en-aut-sei=Matsuoka-Uchiyama
en-aut-mei=Natsumi
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
en-aut-name=UchidaHaruhito A.
en-aut-sei=Uchida
en-aut-mei=Haruhito A.
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=
en-aut-name=AsakawaTomohiko
en-aut-sei=Asakawa
en-aut-mei=Tomohiko
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kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=
en-aut-name=SakurabuYoshimasa
en-aut-sei=Sakurabu
en-aut-mei=Yoshimasa
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aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=
en-aut-name=KatayamaKatsuyoshi
en-aut-sei=Katayama
en-aut-mei=Katsuyoshi
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aut-affil-num=5
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en-aut-name=OkamotoShugo
en-aut-sei=Okamoto
en-aut-mei=Shugo
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aut-affil-num=6
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OnishiYasuhiro
en-aut-sei=Onishi
en-aut-mei=Yasuhiro
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aut-affil-num=7
ORCID=
en-aut-name=TanakaKeiko
en-aut-sei=Tanaka
en-aut-mei=Keiko
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kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=8
ORCID=
en-aut-name=TakeuchiHidemi
en-aut-sei=Takeuchi
en-aut-mei=Hidemi
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=9
ORCID=
en-aut-name=TakemotoRika
en-aut-sei=Takemoto
en-aut-mei=Rika
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aut-affil-num=10
ORCID=
en-aut-name=UmebayashiRyoko
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en-aut-mei=Ryoko
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aut-affil-num=11
ORCID=
en-aut-name=WadaJun
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en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=eGFR decline
kn-keyword=eGFR decline
en-keyword=Proteinuria
kn-keyword=Proteinuria
en-keyword=Renal dysfunction
kn-keyword=Renal dysfunction
en-keyword=Triglyceride variability
kn-keyword=Triglyceride variability
en-keyword=Fasting triglyceride
kn-keyword=Fasting triglyceride
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=35
cd-vols=
no-issue=1
article-no=
start-page=245
end-page=
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250614
dt-online=
en-article=
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en-subject=
kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Favorable clinical outcomes are achieved in both male and female following medial meniscus posterior root repair
en-subtitle=
kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Purpose In recent years, medial meniscus (MM) posterior root tears (PRT) have received increasing attention due to their association with rapidly progressive knee osteoarthritis. MM posterior root (PR) repair has been reported to yield good clinical outcomes, but no study has yet to compare the postoperative outcomes after MMPR repair between sexes. The purpose of this study is evaluating the postoperative clinical outcomes following MMPR pullout repair by sex.
Methods Eighty-six patients who underwent pullout repair for isolated MMPRTs at our institution between October 2016 and November 2019 were evaluated. Patients were divided into two groups according to sex, and their clinical outcomes were compared preoperatively and at 2 years postoperatively.
Results The cohort was comprised of 21 male and 65 female patients. Three factors related to physical status (height (p?0.01), body weight (p?0.01), and BMI (p?=?0.02)) were significantly higher in male patients. No significant differences were observed in preoperative clinical scores between male and female. All clinical scores significantly improved at 2 years postoperatively in both sexes. In the clinical scores, the KOOS-symptom (p?=?0.03), KOOS-QOL (p?=?0.03), and Tegner activity scores (p?0.01) showed significantly better scores in male patients.
Conclusion Following MMPR pullout repair, the clinical outcomes significantly improved in both sexes. These results indicate that MMPR pullout repair is a universally effective technique regardless of the disadvantages of females in morphological characteristics.
en-copyright=
kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=KatayamaHaruyoshi
en-aut-sei=Katayama
en-aut-mei=Haruyoshi
kn-aut-name=
kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
en-aut-name=FurumatsuTakayuki
en-aut-sei=Furumatsu
en-aut-mei=Takayuki
kn-aut-name=
kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OkazakiYuki
en-aut-sei=Okazaki
en-aut-mei=Yuki
kn-aut-name=
kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=
en-aut-name=HigashiharaNaohiro
en-aut-sei=Higashihara
en-aut-mei=Naohiro
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=
en-aut-name=YokoyamaYusuke
en-aut-sei=Yokoyama
en-aut-mei=Yusuke
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=5
ORCID=
en-aut-name=TamuraMasanori
en-aut-sei=Tamura
en-aut-mei=Masanori
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=6
ORCID=
en-aut-name=KawadaKoki
en-aut-sei=Kawada
en-aut-mei=Koki
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=7
ORCID=
en-aut-name=HasegawaTsubasa
en-aut-sei=Hasegawa
en-aut-mei=Tsubasa
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=8
ORCID=
en-aut-name=KoharaToshiki
en-aut-sei=Kohara
en-aut-mei=Toshiki
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=9
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OzakiToshifumi
en-aut-sei=Ozaki
en-aut-mei=Toshifumi
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=10
ORCID=
affil-num=1
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=2
en-affil=Okayama Red Cross General Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=4
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=6
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=7
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=8
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=9
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=10
en-affil=Okayama University Hospital
kn-affil=
en-keyword=Clinical outcome
kn-keyword=Clinical outcome
en-keyword=Medial meniscus
kn-keyword=Medial meniscus
en-keyword=Posterior root tear
kn-keyword=Posterior root tear
en-keyword=Pullout repair
kn-keyword=Pullout repair
en-keyword=Sex difference
kn-keyword=Sex difference
END
start-ver=1.4
cd-journal=joma
no-vol=12
cd-vols=
no-issue=2
article-no=
start-page=e70139
end-page=
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=202504
dt-online=
en-article=
kn-article=
en-subject=
kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Progression of patellofemoral joint cartilage degeneration within 1 year after medial meniscus posterior root repair: A retrospective study
en-subtitle=
kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Purpose: To assess postoperative progression of patellofemoral (PF) cartilage degeneration after medial meniscus posterior root (MMPR) repair and identify potential risk factors.
Methods: Data from patients who underwent transtibial pullout repair for complete radial MMPR tears between April 2018 and October 2021 were retrospectively investigated. Patients with severe chondral lesions of the PF joint at primary surgery were excluded. All patients underwent second-look arthroscopy at 12 months postoperatively. Postoperative changes using the International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS) grade were evaluated. Associated open magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings were assessed.
Results: In total, 40 patients (30 women, 10 men; mean age: 64.0 years) were evaluated. PF joint cartilage degeneration progressed significantly postoperatively. Abnormal signal intensity (ASI) of the infrapatellar fat pad (IPFP) was observed in 15 (37.5%) patients. Arthroscopic findings in groups between IPFP with and without ASI were compared. The incidence of postoperative ICRS grade worsening (?2 grades) on the patella or trochlea was significantly higher among patients with ASI (53%) than among those without (20%, p?=?0.04). ICRS grade worsening in the medial femorotibial compartment and meniscus-healing status were comparable between the groups. Patients with ASI of the IPFP showed greater decrease in the distance between the patellar and anterior cruciate ligament insertions on knee flexion MRI (?1.5?±?0.7?mm) than that in those without (?0.2?±?0.3?mm, p?0.01). A delayed rehabilitation protocol was a risk factor according to the logistic regression analysis (p?=?0.01).
Conclusions: Progressive PF cartilage degeneration occurred following MMPR repair, highlighting the need for diligent postoperative PF joint management.
Level of Evidence: Level IV case series.
en-copyright=
kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=TamuraMasanori
en-aut-sei=Tamura
en-aut-mei=Masanori
kn-aut-name=
kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
en-aut-name=FurumatsuTakayuki
en-aut-sei=Furumatsu
en-aut-mei=Takayuki
kn-aut-name=
kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=
en-aut-name=YokoyamaYusuke
en-aut-sei=Yokoyama
en-aut-mei=Yusuke
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OkazakiYuki
en-aut-sei=Okazaki
en-aut-mei=Yuki
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=
en-aut-name=KawadaKoki
en-aut-sei=Kawada
en-aut-mei=Koki
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=5
ORCID=
en-aut-name=HasegawaTsubasa
en-aut-sei=Hasegawa
en-aut-mei=Tsubasa
kn-aut-name=
kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=6
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OzakiToshifumi
en-aut-sei=Ozaki
en-aut-mei=Toshifumi
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=7
ORCID=
affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Japanese Red Cross Okayama Hospital
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
en-keyword=medial meniscus
kn-keyword=medial meniscus
en-keyword=posterior root tear
kn-keyword=posterior root tear
en-keyword=pullout repair
kn-keyword=pullout repair
en-keyword=rehabilitation
kn-keyword=rehabilitation
en-keyword=second‐look arthroscopy
kn-keyword=second‐look arthroscopy
END
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=12
cd-vols=
no-issue=2
article-no=
start-page=e70276
end-page=
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=202504
dt-online=
en-article=
kn-article=
en-subject=
kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Occupational motions such as kneeling and squatting are associated with the increased development of medial meniscus posterior root tears, regardless of the medial posterior tibial slope angle
en-subtitle=
kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Purpose: The relationship between occupational motions and the medial posterior tibial slope (MPTS) with the development of medial meniscus posterior root tears (MMPRTs) has not been investigated. The development of non-traumatic degenerative MMPRTs may be influenced by repetitive occupational motions and bone morphological characteristics. Herein, we examined the association between occupational motions and MPTS in patients with MMPRT development.
Methods: During the first medical examination, MPTS was measured using lateral knee radiographic images, and occupational motions were investigated in 559 patients (591 knees). Occupational motions were classified as kneeling and squatting, standing and walking, sitting, lifting heavy weights, and housework. Mann?Whitney U test was used to compare patient characteristics between male and female patients and MPTS relative to occupational motion.
Results: The most frequent occupational motion was housework (160/559 patients, 28.6%), followed by kneeling and squatting (140/559, 25.0%), standing and walking (128/559, 22.9%), sitting (82/559, 14.7%), and lifting heavy weights (49/559, 8.8%). Furthermore, housework (10.0?±?2.6°) involved significantly greater MPTS than kneeling and squatting (9.3?±?2.7°; p?=?0.012). However, the MPTS associated with other occupational motions was not significantly different from that associated with housework.
Conclusion: The most frequent occupational motion among patients with MMPRTs was housework, followed by kneeling and squatting. Patients who performed housework tended to have a higher MPTS. Occupational motions such as kneeling and squatting potentially increase the development of MMPRTs, even without a high MPTS.
Level of Evidence: Level IV.
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kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=KawadaKoki
en-aut-sei=Kawada
en-aut-mei=Koki
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
en-aut-name=YokoyamaYusuke
en-aut-sei=Yokoyama
en-aut-mei=Yusuke
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=2
ORCID=
en-aut-name=TamuraMasanori
en-aut-sei=Tamura
en-aut-mei=Masanori
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=3
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OkazakiYuki
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en-aut-mei=Yuki
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kn-aut-sei=
kn-aut-mei=
aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=
en-aut-name=OzakiToshifumi
en-aut-sei=Ozaki
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kn-aut-sei=
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aut-affil-num=5
ORCID=
en-aut-name=FurumatsuTakayuki
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en-aut-mei=Takayuki
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aut-affil-num=6
ORCID=
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=kneeling
kn-keyword=kneeling
en-keyword=meniscus
kn-keyword=meniscus
en-keyword=occupational motion
kn-keyword=occupational motion
en-keyword=posterior root tear
kn-keyword=posterior root tear
en-keyword=posterior tibial slope
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cd-vols=
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start-page=30
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dt-received=
dt-revised=
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kn-title=Transtibial pullout repair improved short-term clinical outcomes in patients with oblique medial meniscus posterior root tear comparable to radial root tear
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kn-abstract=Purpose Medial meniscus (MM) posterior root tears (PRT) can lead to excessive knee loading and unsatisfactory clinical outcomes after non-operative treatment or meniscectomy. Although favourable clinical outcomes after MM posterior root (PR) repair have been reported, no study has specifically investigated the outcomes of different types of MMPRT. This study aimed to compare the clinical outcomes of patients with complete radial and oblique MMPRT following MMPR repair.
Methods Forty patients who had undergone MMPR repair were retrospectively investigated. Patients with type 2 (20 knees) and 4 MMPRT (20 knees) were included in this study. The MMPRT type was classified according to the LaPrade classification. Plain radiographs, magnetic resonance images, arthroscopic findings, and pre- and postoperative clinical outcomes were evaluated.
Results At 1 year postoperatively, clinical outcomes notably improved in patients with type 2 and 4 MMPRT. No significant differences were observed in any of the evaluations between these patients, both before and after the surgery.
Conclusion Patients with type 2 and type 4 MMPRT exhibited significantly improved clinical outcomes. MMPR repair is beneficial in treating type 2 and type 4 MMPRT.
Level of evidence IV
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kn-title=Mimicking Contralateral Pneumothorax during Thoracoscopic Bullectomy Associated with Intraoperative Hyperinflation of a Large Bulla in an Obese Patient
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kn-abstract=A 55-year-old obese Japanese male with left pneumothorax presented to our hospital. Bilateral pulmonary emphysema was confirmed. Persistent air leakage was observed, and a thoracoscopic bullectomy was performed. Although the thoracoscopic bullectomy was completed uneventfully, pre-extubation chest X-ray imaging indicated hyper-lucency occupying the right upper part of the thoracic cavity, suggesting right-sided pneumothorax. CT imaging indicated a right-upper-lobe expanded bulla. Extubation was performed, and the hyperinflated bulla gradually deflated. Careful management of bulla expansion and respiratory status may be necessary for patients with obesity and large bullae, especially in one-lung ventilation cases.
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kn-title=A Rare Presentation of Pneumonic-Type Adenocarcinoma Hidden behind Empyema
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kn-abstract=Pneumonic-type adenocarcinoma (P-ADC) can closely mimic pneumonia. We report a P-ADC initially diagnosed as pneumonia which developed into a pulmonary abscess and empyema. A 50-year-old Japanese male diagnosed with pneumonia, pulmonary abscess, and empyema was administered antibiotics and a chest tube for drainage, which improved his symptoms and blood test results. However, chest computed tomography showed an enlarged infiltrative shadow. The patient underwent bronchoscopy and was diagnosed with an adenocarcinoma. This case highlights the importance of considering P-ADC in differential diagnoses when a pneumonia-like shadow enlarges post-empyema treatment. Diagnostic and clinical tests, e.g., bronchoscopy, should be performed in such cases.
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kn-abstract=Pulmonary cement embolism (PCE) is a rare but severe complication following percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP). Calcium phosphate cement (CPC) has emerged as an alternative to traditional materials for vertebral augmentation. There appear to be no established guidelines for managing symptomatic PCE, and there is scarce literature on CPC embolisms. This is a first report of a case of pulmonary CPC embolism following PVP. The patient, a 63-year-old Chinese female, was administered anticoagulant treatment and achieved a satisfactory outcome. Her case highlights the severe potential morbidity associated with CPC leakage and emphasizes the efficacy of anticoagulant treatment for managing pulmonary CPC embolisms.
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kn-title=Effectiveness of Pallidal Stimulation for Dystonic Storm and Subsequent Ssevere Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome in a Patient with GNAO1 Variant
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kn-abstract=GNAO1 variant affects primarily the brain and neurodevelopment, leading to a range of motor disorders including seizures beginning in infancy and involuntary movements such as dyskinesia and dystonia. Our patient, a 15-year-old Japanese female, began exhibiting involuntary movements at age 4. A de novo missense mutation (NM_020988.3: c.228C>G, NP_066268.1: p.(Asn76Lys)) in the GNAO1 gene was identified when the patient was 15, and during the same year she developed influenza pneumonia, accompanied by dystonic storm. She required intensive care with mechanical ventilation and underwent a tracheostomy. She also developed posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome. Globus pallidal stimulation was administered, leading to an improvement in the dystonic storm. Early consideration of globus pallidal stimulation is recommended when treating difficult-to-manage dystonic storms.
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kn-title=Anterior Uveitis Secondary to an Infected Postoperative Maxillary Cyst
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kn-abstract=A 76-year-old man presented with right eyelid swelling and deteriorated vision. Examination revealed anterior uveitis with hypopyon and a visual acuity of 20/2,000 in the right eye, with no abnormalities in the left. Computed tomography revealed enlargement of the right maxillary sinus and internal fluid accumulation, suggesting a postoperative maxillary cyst (POMC). Nasal endoscopic surgery drained the pus by opening the lower wall of the maxillary cyst. Following the procedure, intraocular inflammation resolved, and visual acuity in the right eye improved to 24/20. This is the first reported case of uveitis secondary to POMC.
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affil-num=8
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affil-num=10
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kn-title=Long-Term Survival Following Extended Cholecystectomy for Synchronous Gallbladder and Regional Lymph Node Metastasis of Lung Adenocarcinoma, with Subsequent Pulmonary Lobectomy
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kn-abstract=An 80-year-old male underwent an extended cholecystectomy for node-positive gallbladder adenocarcinoma. Two weeks later, hemoptysis revealed a left hilar tumor obstructing the bronchus, which was diagnosed as adenocarcinoma. Three months post-cholecystectomy, a left upper pulmonary lobectomy was performed. Histological similarity and positive thyroid transcription factor-1 (TTF-1) immunostaining in both tumors confirmed lung adenocarcinoma with gallbladder metastasis. Despite the generally poor prognosis for gallbladder metastasis from lung cancer, the patient achieved 3 years of survival. Patients with isolated synchronous gallbladder metastasis from lung cancer may benefit from oligometastasectomy.
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kn-title=Femoral and Global Femoral Offset, but not Anteroposterior Offset, to Improve Postoperative Outcomes Following Total Hip Arthroplasty: Considerations Independent of the Contralateral Side
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kn-abstract=The global femoral offset (the sum of the acetabular and femoral offsets) influences outcomes after total hip arthroplasty (THA). The optimal offset using plain radiographs has been reported, but internal and external rotations of the hip affect the offset value, producing unclear results when the nonsurgical side is not intact. We investigated the relationship between a functional hip score, i.e., the Harris Hip Score (HHS) and its effect on the post-THA anteroposterior and lateral offsets, and we sought to identify the optimal offset value. The cases of 158 patients with hemilateral hip osteoarthritis who underwent THA at a single center were retrospectively analyzed in this cross-sectional study. Three-dimensional pelvic and femoral models generated from computed tomography were used to examine several parameters, and the results revealed a significant binomial correlation among the modified HHS and femoral and global femoral offsets, with maximum values of 21.3 mm and 40 mm/100 cm body height, respectively. Pelvic and femoral parameters were measured and evaluated via alignment with a specific coordinate system. Our findings indicate that preoperative planning using these parameters may improve postoperative hip function, even when the nonoperative side is unsuitable for use as a reference, as in bilateral hip osteoarthritis cases.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Outcome of Decompression Surgery Following Rapid Neurological Deterioration in Patients with Spinal Cord Injury Without Radiographic Evidence of Trauma (SCIWORET)
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kn-abstract=Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) and ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL) increase the likelihood of spinal cord injury without radiographic evidence of trauma (SCIWORET). Opinions regarding the optimal timing for surgery in such cases vary, however. We retrospectively investigated the demographics and outcomes of patients with SCIWORET who underwent surgery shortly after experiencing rapid neurological deterioration, and we matched patients who underwent standby surgery for CSM or OPLL. Although the optimal timing of surgery for SCIWORET remains unclear, our findings suggest that early stage surgery for SCIWORET may yield favorable neurological improvements.
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affil-num=7
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kn-title=A Study of Periprosthetic Femoral Stem Fractures in Hip Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fracture
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kn-abstract=This study investigated the risk factors for bone fragility and perioperative periprosthetic femoral stem fractures in patients undergoing hip arthroplasty for femoral neck fractures. The records of 215 patients (42 male, 173 female; mean age, 84.4 years) were analyzed to assess correlations among periprosthetic fracture rates and sex, age, body mass index (BMI), Dorr classification, femoral stem fixation type (cemented/cementless), and bone mineral density (BMD) of the contralateral proximal femur. The overall prevalence of perioperative periprosthetic fractures was 4.7%. All patients with periprosthetic fractures were female, and all but one were ? 80 years of age. Fracture rates were higher in patients with lower BMI, although this difference was not significant. The fracture rates were 0%, 4.7%, and 7.9% for Dorr types A, B, and C, respectively, and 0% and 5.3% for patients who received cemented and cementless stems, respectively. The findings indicated that female patients, those of advanced age, those with lower BMI, and those with Dorr type C had lower BMDs. Although BMD was significantly lower in patients who received cemented stems compared to those who received cementless stems, no fractures were observed in the former group, suggesting that the use of cemented stems is safe for this high-risk population.
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en-aut-name=MiyakeYoshiaki
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kn-title=The Work Productivity of Cancer-survivor and Non-cancer-survivor Workers
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kn-abstract=We investigated the work productivity levels of employed cancer survivors and non-cancer-survivor workers by conducting a cross-sectional study in Japan between February and March 2019, using an online survey. A total of 561 employed individuals aged 20-64 years were analyzed. Work productivity was assessed using the Work Productivity and Activity Impairment-General Health questionnaire which evaluates absenteeism, presenteeism, and overall work productivity loss. The questionnaire responses demonstrated that the cancer survivors within 1 year of diagnosis had significantly higher absenteeism compared to the non-cancer workers (p=0.048). Although presenteeism and overall work productivity loss were also higher in the non-cancer-survivor group, the differences were not significant. Cancer survivors within 1 year of diagnosis exhibited higher absenteeism, but their work productivity appeared to recover to levels comparable to those of the non-cancer workers over time. These findings may contribute to workplace policies supporting cancer survivors’ return to work.
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=6
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kn-title=Bloodstream Infections Caused by Gram-Negative Bacteria in Geriatric Patients: Epidemiology, Antimicrobial Resistance and The Factors Affecting Mortality
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kn-abstract=Bloodstream infections (BSIs) are an important cause of morbidity and mortality in geriatric patients. We retrospectively analyzed the cases of geriatric patients who developed BSIs due to gram-negative bacteria in order to evaluate the epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, and the factors affecting mortality. The cases of 110 patients aged ? 65 years admitted to our hospital between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2022 were assessed; 70 (63.6%) of the BSIs were healthcare-associated BSIs. The urinary system was the most common detectable source of infection at 43.6%. The most frequently isolated bacteria were Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Klebsiella pneumoniae, in that order. Carbapenem resistance was detected in 17 patients (15.5%), and extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) production from Enterobacterales family members was detected in 37 (51.4%) patients. Multivariate analysis revealed that (i) the probability of mortality in the patients with total bilirubin was increased by approx. sixfold and (ii) the likelihood of mortality for those with a Pitt bacteremia score (PBS) ? 4 points was approx. 17 times higher. PBS and simplified qPitt scores can help predict mortality and manage geriatric patients. There is a significant increase in mortality among patients with procalcitonin (PCT) levels at ? 2 nm/ml.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Infectious Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Namik Kemal University
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
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kn-title=Organ Donation after Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Clinical and Ethical Perspectives
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kn-abstract=Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has evolved into a life-saving therapy for select cardiac arrest patients, yet a growing body of evidence suggests it also holds promise as a bridge to organ donation in non-survivors. This review explores the clinical outcomes, ethical complexities, and evolving policies surrounding organ donation after ECPR. We summarize recent international and Japanese data demonstrating favorable graft function from ECPR donors, with the exception of lung transplantation. The ethical challenges ? particularly those involving brain death determination on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and adherence to the dead donor rule ? are discussed in the context of Japan’s recent regulatory reforms. Additionally, we highlight the importance of structured end-of-life communication through multidisciplinary team meetings in facilitating ethically sound transitions from rescue efforts to donation pathways. Moving forward, improvements in donor management, standardized legal frameworks, and public and professional education are essential to optimizing the life-saving and life-giving potential of ECPR.
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Emergency, Critical Care and Disaster Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=brain death
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kn-title=Quadriceps muscle strength of the affected limb in medial meniscus posterior root tears is negatively correlated with the progression of postoperative medial joint space narrowing
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kn-abstract=Purpose: The effect of quadriceps muscle strength on medial joint space (MJS) narrowing after repair for medial meniscus (MM) posterior root tears (MMPRTs) has not yet been determined. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of preoperative and postoperative quadriceps muscle strength on the change in MJS (ΔMJS) in MMPRTs.
Methods: Thirty patients who underwent pullout repair for MMPRTs were retrospectively evaluated. The MJS width using fixed-flexion view radiographs, MM extrusion (MME) using magnetic resonance imaging, quadriceps muscle strength using the Locomo Scan-II and clinical scores were measured and compared preoperatively and 1 year postoperatively. Correlations between the ΔMJS, change in MME (ΔMME), and preoperative and postoperative quadriceps muscle strength were evaluated using Spearman's rank correlation coefficient.
Results: MJS narrowing and MME progressed significantly at 1 year postoperatively (p?0.001). Quadriceps muscle strength in MMPRT knees and all clinical scores significantly improved at 1 year postoperatively (p?0.001). ΔMJS and ΔMME showed a significant positive correlation (0.50?±?0.70 and 1.22?±?0.92?mm, respectively; r = 0.516, p?=?0.004). Both preoperative and postoperative quadriceps muscle strength in MMPRT knees showed significant negative correlations with ΔMJS (preoperative: r?=??0.529, p?=?0.003; postoperative: r =??0.477, p?=?0.008) and ΔMME (preoperative: r?=??0.431, p?=?0.018; postoperative: r?=??0.443, p?=?0.014).
Conclusions: In pullout repair for MMPRTs, preoperative and postoperative quadriceps muscle strength in MMPRT knees was negatively correlated with the progression of MJS narrowing and MME. Rehabilitation with a focus on quadriceps muscle strengthening, including preoperative rehabilitation, may delay knee-osteoarthritis progression after pullout repair for MMPRTs.
Level of Evidence: Level IV.
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=Determinants of residual myometrial thickness after cesarean delivery: Comparative analysis of barbed versus conventional sutures?A sub‐analysis from the SPIRAL trial
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kn-abstract=Objective: This sub-analysis aimed to determine whether conventional suture-associated risk factors for cesarean scar defect show similar outcomes with barbed continuous suturing, and to identify factors influencing residual myometrial thickness when using barbed continuous sutures.
Methods: This sub-analysis of a multicenter, parallel-group, randomized controlled trial across four Japanese obstetrics and gynecology departments included 1211 women who had their first cesarean delivery between May 2020 and March 2023. Among them, 298 women underwent a C-section, with 253 follow-up through July 2023. Singleton pregnancies were randomly assigned to receive either barbed or conventional double-layered continuous sutures in a 1:1 ratio; they were monitored from consent through their 6- to 7-month check-up. The effects of cervical ripening, facility characteristics, and surgeon experience were investigated using a two-way ANOVA.
Results: Of the remaining 253 patients, 33 were lost to follow-up and 220 completed follow-up (110 per group). One institution enrolled the largest proportion of participants (45.9%), whereas two other institutions had more experienced surgeons. Two-way ANOVA revealed that surgeon experience (P?=?0.020) and institutional factors (P?0.001) significantly influenced the residual myometrial thickness at 6?7?months after surgery, whereas cervical dilation during active labor did not (P?=?0.215). Additionally, a significant interaction was observed between institutional factors and suture type (barbed vs. conventional) on residual myometrial thickness (Pinteraction?<0.001).
Conclusion: Institutional factors and surgeon experience represent significant determinants of residual myometrial thickness when using barbed sutures for cesarean closure, highlighting the importance of standardized surgical protocols and training across facilities.
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Synergistic Antimicrobial Activity of BrSPR20-P1 Peptide and Silver Nanoparticles Against Pathogenic Bacteria
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kn-abstract=Bacterial infection is a cause of life-threatening diseases. The emergence of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria exacerbates this situation, highlighting the need for the discovery of new antimicrobial agents. Our previous study identified a novel antimicrobial peptide, BrSPR20-P1 (P1), which showed potential activity against MRSA. Additionally, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) exhibit broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, capable of killing multidrug-resistant bacteria. The combination of antimicrobial agents presents a novel strategy for combating these pathogens. This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of the combination of P1 and AgNPs. It revealed that the combinations showed synergy. The P1 and AgNP mixture at a concentration of 1 and 8 ?g/mL (1:8) doubled the activity against S. aureus and MRSA, while that combination of 64 and 64 ?g/mL (64:64) exhibited broad-spectrum activity, expanding to E. coli with a 32-fold increase. These combinations exhibited a bactericidal effect, showing the rapid killing of tested bacteria at 10× MIC, with killing rates during the first 3 h ranging from 4.04 ± 0.01 to 4.31 ± 0.03 h?1. The P1 and AgNP mixtures caused a low risk of antibacterial resistance up to 30 passages. It was demonstrated that the synergistic activity of P1 and AgNPs occurred through the disruption of cell walls and membranes, leakage of intracellular materials, and cell lysis. Additionally, the mixtures appeared to interact with bacterial genomic DNA, as indicated by a gel retardation assay. These activities of the combinations were concentration-dependent. The 1:8 ?g/mL mixture caused low hemolysis and cytotoxicity and did not impede the wound healing process. In contrast, although the 64:64 ?g/mL mixture showed excellent antibacterial efficacy, it was toxic to erythrocytes and mammalian cells. It implies that dose optimization is required to balance its efficacy and toxicity. Therefore, the P1 and AgNP combinations exhibit synergistic antimicrobial activity and have the potential to resolve bacterial infections.
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en-affil=Drug Delivery System Excellence Center and Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prince of Songkla University
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kn-title=Real‐World Data of Comprehensive Cancer Genomic Profiling Tests Performed in the Routine Clinical Setting in Sarcoma
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kn-abstract=Introduction: Next-generation sequencing-based comprehensive cancer genomic profiling (CGP) tests are beneficial for refining diagnosis and personalized treatment of various cancers. However, the clinical impact of CGP, as covered by public health insurance in the management of sarcomas, remains unknown. Especially, the data on the utility of the newly emerging dual DNA?RNA panel compared to the conventional DNA-only panel in clinical settings is lacking. Therefore, we evaluated the utility of CGP in routine clinical practice for sarcoma treatment.
Patients and Methods: In this study, three types of DNA panel and one DNA?RNA panel, reimbursed by Japanese public health insurance, were utilized. We detected oncogenic and druggable gene mutations and genotype-matched therapies.
Results: One hundred and thirty-six patients were included in this study. Based on the detection of highly histology-specific translocations in the sequencing results, 2.2% of patients were re-classified. In patients with translocation-related sarcomas, a DNA?RNA panel identified more histology-specific fusion genes than DNA panels (p?=?0.0035). Specifically, 86.8% and 39.0% of patients had oncogenic and druggable genomic alterations, respectively. Of these, 9.6% underwent genotype-matched therapy, with a 36.3% response rate and an 81.8% disease control rate. Patients who were administered genomically matched therapy had better overall survival (OS) than those who did not in patients with metastatic or advanced sarcoma with no prior chemotherapy (3-year OS: 83.3% vs. 48.0%, p?=?0.42). Patients with TP53 and RB1 mutations had worse OS than those without. Germline findings were detected in 11.0% of the patients, one of whom had a truly germline origin.
Conclusions: This study suggests that publicly reimbursed CGP tests, particularly the dual DNA?RNA panel, could be beneficial for refining diagnostic precision in selected sarcoma subtypes, treatment decisions, detecting the germline findings, and prognosis prediction in routine clinical settings for sarcoma. The implementation of genotype-matched therapies showed favorable clinical outcomes and improved the prognosis.
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en-affil=Department of Regenerative Science, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Clinical Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Clinical Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Pathology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Center for Clinical Oncology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=multiplex gene panel test
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kn-title=Distinct age-related effects of homologous recombination deficiency on genomic profiling and treatment efficacy in gastric cancer
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kn-abstract=Background The incidence of gastric cancer among younger patients is increasing globally, with growing attention being paid to the role of homologous recombination deficiency (HRD). However, the effect of HRD on treatment outcomes and prognosis in this population remains unclear.
Methods We analyzed clinical and genomic data from the Center for Cancer Genomics and Advanced Therapeutics database. Younger patients (??39 years, n?=?140) were compared with older patients (??65 years, n?=?1118) diagnosed with gastric cancer. This study focused on mutations in homologous recombination repair (HRR) genes and their association with tumor mutation burden (TMB), microsatellite instability (MSI), and treatment outcomes.
Results In older patients, HRD was associated with higher TMB and microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) status, whereas no such correlations were observed in younger patients. Notably, MSI-H status was not observed in the younger group. Younger patients with HRD had a significantly shorter time to treatment failure (TTF) and overall survival (OS) than those without HRD. Conversely, in older patients, there was no significant difference in TTF or OS based on HRD status.
Conclusion HRR gene mutations influence genomic profiling, TMB, and MSI differently depending on the age of gastric cancer onset, suggesting potential effects on treatment efficacy and prognosis.
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en-affil=Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Clinical Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Clinical Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Center for Comprehensive Genomic Medicine, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Faculty of Medicine, Department of Practical Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-affil=Faculty of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Homologous recombination repair gene
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kn-title=Immune evasion through mitochondrial transfer in the tumour microenvironment
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kn-abstract=Cancer cells in the tumour microenvironment use various mechanisms to evade the immune system, particularly T?cell attack1. For example, metabolic reprogramming in the tumour microenvironment and mitochondrial dysfunction in tumour-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) impair antitumour immune responses2,3,4. However, detailed mechanisms of such processes remain unclear. Here we analyse clinical specimens and identify mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) mutations in TILs that are shared with cancer cells. Moreover, mitochondria with mtDNA mutations from cancer cells are able to transfer to TILs. Typically, mitochondria in TILs readily undergo mitophagy through reactive oxygen species. However, mitochondria transferred from cancer cells do not undergo mitophagy, which we find is due to mitophagy-inhibitory molecules. These molecules attach to mitochondria and together are transferred to TILs, which results in homoplasmic replacement. T?cells that acquire mtDNA mutations from cancer cells exhibit metabolic abnormalities and senescence, with defects in effector functions and memory formation. This in turn leads to impaired antitumour immunity both in vitro and in vivo. Accordingly, the presence of an mtDNA mutation in tumour tissue is a poor prognostic factor for immune checkpoint inhibitors in patients with melanoma or non-small-cell lung cancer. These findings reveal a previously unknown mechanism of cancer immune evasion through mitochondrial transfer and can contribute to the development of future cancer immunotherapies.
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start-page=613
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kn-title=Association study of GBA1 variants with MSA based on comprehensive sequence analysis -Pitfalls in short-read sequence analysis depending on the human reference genome-
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kn-abstract=Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by various combinations of autonomic failure, parkinsonism, and cerebellar ataxia. To elucidate variants associated with MSA, we have been conducting short-read-based whole-genome sequence analysis. In the process of the association studies, we initially focused on GBA1, a previously proposed susceptibility gene for MSA, to evaluate whether GBA1 variants can be efficiently identified despite its extraordinarily high homology with its pseudogene, GBA1LP. To accomplish this, we conducted a short-read whole-genome sequence analysis with alignment to GRCh38 as well as Sanger sequence analysis and compared the results. We identified five variants with inconsistencies between the two pipelines, of which three variants (p.L483P, p.A495P?p.V499V, p.L483_M489delinsW) were the results of misalignment due to minor alleles in GBA1P1 registered in GRCh38. The miscalling events in these variants were resolved by alignment to GRCh37 as the reference genome, where the major alleles are registered. In addition, a structural variant was not properly identified either by short-read or by Sanger sequence analyses. Having accomplished correct variant calling, we identified three variants pathogenic for Gaucher disease (p.S310G, p.L483P, and p.L483_M489delinsW). Of these variants, the allele frequency of p.L483P (0.003) in the MSA cases was higher than that (0.0011) in controls. The meta-analysis incorporating a previous report demonstrated a significant association of p.L483P with MSA with an odds ratio of 2.85 (95% CI; 1.05 ? 7.76, p = 0.0400).
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kn-title=A novel brief questionnaire using a face rating scale to assess dental anxiety and fear
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kn-abstract=PURPOSE This study aimed to evaluate the reliability and validity of a four-item questionnaire using a face rating scale to measure dental trait anxiety (DTA), dental trait fear (DTF), dental state anxiety (DSA), and dental state fear (DSF).
MATERIALS AND METHODS Participants were consecutively selected from patients undergoing scaling (S-group; n = 47) and implant placement (I-group; n = 25). The S-group completed the questionnaire both before initial and second scaling, whereas the I-group responded on the pre-surgery day (Pre-day), the day of implant placement (Imp-day), and the day of suture removal (Post-day).
RESULTS The reliability in the S-group was evaluated using the test-retest method, showing a weighted kappa value of DTA, 0.61; DTF, 0.46; DSA, 0.67; DSF, 0.52. Criterion-related validity, assessed using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory’s trait anxiety and state anxiety, revealed positive correlations between trait anxiety and DTA/DTF (DTA, ρ = 0.30; DTF, ρ = 0.27, ρ: correlation coefficient) and between state anxiety and all four items (DTA, ρ = 0.41; DTF, ρ = 0.32; DSA, ρ = 0.25; DSF, ρ = 0.25). Known-group validity was assessed using the initial data and Imp-day data from the S-group and I-group, respectively, revealing significantly higher DSA and DSF scores in the I-group than in the S-group. Responsiveness was gauged using I-group data, showing significantly lower DSA and DSF scores on post-day compared to other days.
CONCLUSION The newly developed questionnaire has acceptable reliability and validity for clinical use, suggesting its usefulness for research on dental anxiety and fear and for providing patient-specific dental care.
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kn-title=Severe traumatic tricuspid regurgitation detected 8?years after chest trauma
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=7
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affil-num=8
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=11
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affil-num=13
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kn-title=Comparable Clinical Outcomes Between Segmentectomy and Lobectomy for NSCLC With Unsuspected N1/N2: A Multicenter Real-World Data Study
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kn-abstract=Background Segmentectomy for lung cancer has been increasingly performed. However, evidence regarding the necessity of additional surgical resection after the diagnosis of unsuspected N1 or N2 lymph node metastasis is limited.
Methods We conducted a multicenter, real-world data study of patients with any clinical T and N0 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who underwent lobectomy or segmentectomy between 2012 and 2021 and who subsequently received a diagnosis of pathologic N1 or N2 lymph node metastasis. Patients were categorized into lobectomy and segmentectomy groups. We analyzed overall survival (OS), recurrence-free survival (RFS), cumulative recurrence rates, and recurrence patterns using both unadjusted and propensity score?adjusted cohorts.
Results A total of 736 patients were in the lobectomy group, and 70 were in the segmentectomy group. In the unadjusted cohort, segmentectomy-treated patients were older, had a lower preoperative percentage of vital capacity, had smaller tumors, and received less postoperative adjuvant chemotherapy. The 5-year OS was significantly worse in the segmentectomy group (P = .011), with no significant differences in 5-year RFS or cumulative recurrence rates. In the propensity score?adjusted cohort, there were no significant differences in OS, RFS, or recurrence rates; however, the segmentectomy group had a higher rate of local recurrence.
Conclusions In patients with unsuspected N1 or N2 NSCLC, analysis using a cohort adjusted for patient background with propensity scores revealed no differences in OS, RFS, or cumulative recurrence rates between segmentectomy and lobectomy. This finding suggests that additional resection of the remaining segments may not be necessary for these patients. However, the higher rate of local recurrence in the segmentectomy group warrants careful consideration.
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kn-title=Clinical outcomes following medial meniscus posterior root repairs: A minimum of 5‐year follow‐up study
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kn-abstract=Purpose: This study assessed the clinical outcomes of the FasT-Fix dependent modified Mason-Allen suture (F-MMA) and two simple stitches (TSS) on mid-term postoperative outcomes following medial meniscus (MM) posterior root repair.
Methods: Forty-three patients who underwent transtibial pullout repair for MM posterior root tear (PRT) between November 2016 and September 2018 were initially enrolled. Patients with a femorotibial angle ? 180°, Kellgren?Lawrence grade of 0?2, and modified Outerbridge grade I or II cartilage lesions were included. The Lysholm, Tegner activity, International Knee Documentation Committee score, pain visual analogue scale and Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome scores were assessed as clinical outcomes. Conversion surgery to knee arthroplasty was considered as the endpoint. Surgeries other than second-look arthroscopy and plate or screw removal were also recorded.
Results: The mean follow-up period was 5.9 years. All evaluated 5-year postoperative clinical outcomes were significantly improved compared to the preoperative outcomes (p?0.001). Both the F-MMA and TSS significantly improved all clinical scores at 5 years postoperatively in patients with MMPRT, whereas the F-MMA and TSS groups showed no significant differences in the pre- and postoperative clinical scores. None of the patients required ipsilateral knee arthroplasty during the follow-up, and the survival rate after pullout repair was 100%. However, the progression of osteoarthritis could not be completely suppressed, although there were no Kellgren?Lawrence grade 4 cases. The rate of subsequent knee-related surgical treatment was 11.6% in pullout-repaired knees, including arthroscopic debridement for arthrofibrosis with a limited range of motion, an additional all-inside suture repair and partial meniscectomy.
Conclusion: Both F-MMA and TSS pullout repairs yielded satisfactory clinical outcomes in patients with MMPRT with a mean follow-up of 5.9 years, and no conversion to knee arthroplasty was required. Further follow-up is warranted to assess long-term survival rates.
Level of Evidence: Level III.
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kn-title=Advances in liquid biopsy for bone and soft-tissue sarcomas
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kn-abstract=Bone and soft-tissue sarcomas are a heterogeneous group of malignant tumors originating from mesenchymal tissues, accounting for approximately 1% of adult solid malignancies and 20% of pediatric solid malignancies. While blood-based tumor markers are available in major types of cancers, evidence demonstrating useful circulating biomarkers is limited in bone and soft-tissue sarcomas. Despite the development of combined modality treatments, a significant proportion of sarcoma patients respond poorly to chemotherapy or radiotherapy, leading to local relapse or distant metastasis. However, imaging methods, such as X-ray, computed tomography, positron emission tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and scintigraphy, are mostly used to detect or monitor tumor development. Liquid biopsy is an emerging minimally invasive diagnostic technique that detects tumor-derived molecules in body fluids, including circulating tumor cells, circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), circulating tumor RNA (ctRNA), and circulating extracellular vesicles. This method offers new possibilities for early tumor detection, prognostic evaluation, and therapeutic monitoring and may serve as a benchmark for treatment modification. This review focuses on the current technological advances in liquid biopsy for bone and soft-tissue sarcoma and explores its potential role in guiding personalized treatments. If these modalities could determine resistance to ongoing therapy or the presence of minimal residual disease at the end of the treatment protocol, the obtained data would be important for determining whether to change treatment approaches or add adjuvant therapies.
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kn-title=Biallelic variants in DNAJC7 cause familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis with the TDP-43 pathology
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kn-abstract=Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the progressive degeneration of motor neurons. ALS pathology primarily involves the failure of protein quality control mechanisms, leading to the accumulation of misfolded proteins, particularly TAR DNA-binding protein 43 (TDP-43). TDP-43 aggregation is a central pathological feature of ALS. Maintaining protein homeostasis is critical and facilitated by heat shock proteins (HSPs), particularly the HSP40 family, which includes co-chaperones such as DNAJC7. Here, we report a family with three siblings affected by ALS who carry a homozygous c.518dupC frameshift variant in DNAJC7, a member of the HSP40 family. All three patients exhibited progressive muscle weakness, limb atrophy, bulbar palsy, and respiratory failure. Pathological examination revealed degeneration of both upper and lower motor neurons, with phosphorylated TDP-43-positive neuronal cytoplasmic inclusions in the frontal and temporal cortices. Immunoblot analysis were consistent with a type B pattern of phosphorylated TDP-43 in the precentral gyrus. Immunohistochemistry and RNA sequencing analyses demonstrated a substantial reduction in DNAJC7 expression at both the protein and RNA levels in affected brain regions. In a TDP-43 cell model, DNAJC7 knockdown impaired the disassembly of TDP-43 following arsenite-induced stress, whereas DNAJC7 overexpression suppressed the assembly and promoted the disassembly of arsenite-induced TDP-43 condensates. Furthermore, in a zebrafish ALS model, dnajc7 knockdown resulted in increased TDP-43 aggregation in motor neurons and reduced survival. To the best of our knowledge, this study provides the first evidence linking biallelic loss-of-function variants in DNAJC7 to familial ALS with TDP-43 pathology.
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kn-title=Autoantibody spark response predicts treatment outcome in patients receiving chemoradiation followed by durvalumab therapy
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kn-abstract=The PACIFIC regimen, comprising chemoradiotherapy (CRT) followed by maintenance with the immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) durvalumab, has become the standard of care for patients with unresectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Although ICI is used to prevent recurrence by targeting residual microtumors, biomarkers capable of monitoring immune activity during this phase remain lacking. Here, we evaluated whether temporal changes in serum autoantibody levels can predict treatment efficacy. This retrospective study included 20 patients with unresectable stage II or III NSCLC who received the PACIFIC regimen. Serum autoantibodies against 130 antigens were quantified before CRT, after CRT, and two weeks after the first ICI dose. The primary outcome was progression-free survival (PFS), and its association with autoantibody dynamics was examined. We observed an immediate and strong autoantibody response (spark response [SR]) after ICI initiation in patients with favorable treatment outcomes. Patients with SR and programmed death ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression???50% showed better PFS (two-year PFS; 72.9% vs. 18.2%, p?=?0.0021). These findings suggest that serial monitoring of serum autoantibodies can provide a noninvasive approach to assess immune activity and predict treatment outcomes in patients receiving CRT or ICI therapy.
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en-affil=Department of Radiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine
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kn-title=Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacillus induces pyroptosis in human lung fibroblasts
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kn-abstract=We previously reported that live, but not dead, virulent Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) H37Rv bacilli induce cell death in human lung fibroblast cell lines, MRC-5, MRC-9, and TIG-1. Here, using two distinct Mtb strains from two different lineages (HN878 lineage 2 and H37Rv lineage 4), we confirmed cell death at day 2 after infection with a device that measures cell growth/cytotoxicity in real time (Maestro-Z [AXION]). Mtb bacilli uptake by the fibroblast was confirmed with a transmission electron microscope on day 2. Expressions of inflammatory cytokines and interleukin (IL)?1β, IL-6, and IL-8 were observed when exposed to live, but not dead bacteria. The cell death of fibroblasts induced by both Mtb strains tested was prevented by caspase-1/4 and NLRP3 inflammasome inhibitors, but not by caspase-3 and caspase-9 inhibitors. Therefore, we classified the fibroblast cell death by Mtb infection as pyroptosis. To investigate the biological and pathological relevance of fibroblast cell death by Mtb infection, we performed dual RNA-Seq analysis on Mtb within fibroblasts and Mtb-infected fibroblasts at day 2. In Mtb bacilli tcrR, secE2, ahpD, and mazF8 genes were highly induced during infection. These genes play roles in survival in a hypoxic environment, production of a calcium-binding protein-inducing cytokine, and regulation of transcription in a toxin-antitoxin system. The gene expressions of IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-8, caspase-4, and NLRP3, but not of caspase-3 and caspase-9, were augmented in Mtb bacilli-infected fibroblasts. Taken together, our study suggests that Mtb bacilli attempt to survive in lung fibroblasts and that pyroptosis of the host fibroblasts activates the immune system against the infection.
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en-affil=Department of Molecular Immunology, Research Institute for Microbial Diseases, The University of Osaka
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en-affil=Texas Biomedical Research Institute and International Center for the Advancement of Research & Education (I?CARE)
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en-affil=Texas Biomedical Research Institute and International Center for the Advancement of Research & Education (I?CARE)
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en-affil=Laboratory of Applied Microbial Chemistry, ?mura Satoshi Memorial Institute, Kitasato University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Oral Microbiology, Graduate School of Medicine, Density and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Hygienic Chemistry, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Cell Signaling, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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affil-num=12
en-affil=Department of Hygienic Chemistry, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagoya City University
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dt-pub-year=2024
dt-pub=20240826
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kn-title=A Characteristic Magnetic Resonance Imaging Finding to Identify Morton Neuroma: The Slug Sign
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kn-abstract=Background: Morton neuroma is a common cause of forefoot pain and sensory disturbances, but it is difficult to identify on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The aim of this study was to verify the usefulness of a characteristic MRI finding (slug sign) for identifying Morton neuroma and to clarify the relationship between excised neuroma characteristics and preoperative MRI findings.
Methods: Twenty-two web spaces were retrospectively assessed from the second and third intermetatarsal spaces of 11 feet of 10 patients (7 women and 3 men, aged average 59.5?years) who underwent surgical excision of Morton neuroma between 2017 and 2022. Asymptomatic web spaces were used as control. Neuromas with 2 branches of the plantar digital nerves on axial T1-weighted MRI (MRI-T1WI) were considered the slug sign. We investigated the preoperative presence of the slug sign in Morton neuroma and asymptomatic control web spaces. We also investigated the relationship between the maximum transverse diameter of the excised specimen and that estimated on coronal MRI-T1WI.
Results: A total of 15 Morton neuromas were excised and assessed. The slug signs were present in 10 intermetatarsal spaces in 15 web spaces with Morton neuroma whereas the sign was found in 1 intermetatarsal space in 7 asymptomatic web spaces. The sensitivity and specificity for the slug sign to diagnose Morton neuroma was 66.7% and 85.7%, respectively. The positive and negative predictive values were 90.9% and 54.5%, respectively. The mean maximum transverse diameter of excised neuromas was 4.7?mm. The mean maximum transverse diameter of neuromas on coronal MRI-T1WI was 3.4?mm. A significant positive correlation was found between the maximum transverse diameters of excised specimens and diameters estimated on coronal MRI-T1WI (r?=?0.799, P?.001).
Conclusion: The slug sign may be a useful indicator of Morton neuroma on MRI to confirm nerve involvement after bifurcation.
Level of Evidence: Level IV, retrospective series.
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en-affil=Department of Sports Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Morton neuroma
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cd-vols=
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start-page=348
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kn-title=Coronal Cementum and Reduced Enamel Epithelium on Occlusal Surface of Impacted Wisdom Tooth in a Human
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kn-abstract=Background: There is only limited research on the coronal cementum of a tooth, and the mechanisms of its forming process are not well-defined. This report presents a coronal cementum on the occlusal surfaces of enamel in an impacted wisdom tooth in a human, which is not nearly the cervical portion. Materials and Methods: The tooth (Tooth #1) was derived from a 46-year-old female. Histological analysis, including hematoxylin and eosin (HE) and toluidine blue (TB) staining, and Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometer (SEM-EDS) analysis of the extracted tooth were conducted. Radiographic examination showed that Tooth #1 was horizontally impacted in the maxilla and had the apex of a single root placed between the buccal and palatal roots of Tooth #2. Results: Coronal cementum was distributed widely on the enamel, and reduced enamel epithelium was also found with enamel matrix proteins histologically. The formation of acellular cementum was observed to be more predominant than that of the cellular cementum in Tooth #1. SEM showed that the occlusal cementum connected directly with enamel. Calcium mapping revealed an almost similar occlusal cementum and enamel. In addition, the spectrum of elements in coronal cementum resembled the primary cementum according to SEM-EDS. Discussion: Thus, coronal cementogenesis in impacted human teeth might be related to the existence of reduced enamel epithelium.
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affil-num=8
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kn-abstract=Ensuring freshwater resources is a vital issue for human beings worldwide. Fog harvesting is one promising way to provide water from unconventional sources. However, clogging by the captured liquid depresses the fog harvesting performance. Here, a harp-shaped Janus harvesting system, which has thin wires with a superhydrophobic side facing the fog stream and a superhydrophilic back side to transport the droplets, is used to yield simultaneous fog capturing and water transport abilities. Attached droplets on the Janus wire transported along the periphery avoided clogging and enhanced the performance. The Janus system thus suppressed the increase and fluctuations of actual shade coefficients, which indicated blockage of the fog stream. This optimized the design of the harvester. Experiments using a multilayered Janus harvester demonstrated a significant enhancement compared with that constructed with mono-wettability wires. Overall, the results indicated the promise of droplet transportation on single wires for improving fog harvesting, as well as for other applications such as oil mist recovery and demulsification.
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affil-num=4
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kn-title=1,2-naphthoquinone enhances IFN-γ-induced MHC-I expression in dendritic cells, thereby inducing CD8 T cell activation
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kn-abstract=Dendritic cells play a crucial role in immune responses by capturing pathogens and presenting antigens to T cells via major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules, thus triggering adaptive immune responses. 1,2-naphthoquinone (1,2-NQ), a quinone found in diesel exhaust and cigarette smoke, has various physiological functions. In this study, we investigated the effect of 1,2-NQ on the expression of antigen presentation-related molecules in the dendritic cell line DC2.4. The results revealed that 1,2-NQ enhanced the IFN-γ-induced upregulation of MHC-I expression at the transcriptional level. Moreover, it upregulated the expression of NLRC5, a transcriptional activator of MHC-I. 1,2-NQ is a reactive oxygen species (ROS) producing reagent. The 1,2-NQ-induced upregulation of MHC-I expression and downregulation of MHC-II expression were abolished by the ROS scavenger N-acetylcysteine. Similar effects on MHC expression were also observed with ROS-inducing reagents, such as paraquat and diethyl maleate. In addition, dendritic cells stimulated with 1,2-NQ exhibited enhanced efficacy in CD8 T cell activation, which was accompanied by increased IFN-γ production by T cells. These findings demonstrate that 1,2-NQ enhances the IFN-γ-induced activation of dendritic cells and promotes the activation of CD8 T cells.
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kn-title=Structural insights into a citrate transporter that mediates aluminum tolerance in barley
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kn-abstract=HvAACT1 is a major aluminum (Al)-tolerance gene in barley, encoding a citrate transporter that belongs to the multidrug and toxic compound extrusion (MATE) family. This transporter facilitates citrate secretion from the roots, thereby detoxifying external Al ions?a major constraint of crop production on acidic soils. In this study, we present the outward-facing crystal structure of HvAACT1, providing insights into a citrate transport mechanism. The putative citrate binding site consists of three basic residues?K126 in transmembrane helix 2 (TM2), R358 in TM7, and R535 in TM12?creating substantial positive charges in the C-lobe cavity. Proton coupling for substrate transport may involve two pairs of aspartate residues in the N-lobe cavity, one of which corresponds to the essential Asp pair found in prokaryotic H+-coupled MATE transporters belonging to the DinF subfamily. Structural coupling between proton uptake in the N-lobe and citrate extrusion in the C-lobe can be enabled by an extensive, unique hydrogen-bonding network at the extracellular half of the N-lobe. Mutation-based functional analysis, structural comparisons, molecular dynamics simulation, and phylogenic analysis suggest an evolutionary link between citrate MATE transporters and the DinF MATE subfamily. Our findings provide a solid structural basis for citrate transport by HvAACT1 in barley and contribute to a broader understanding of citrate transporter structures in other plant species.
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en-aut-name=Nguyen ThaoTran
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Research Core for Plant Stress Science, Institute of Plant Science and Resources, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Division of Superconducting and Functional Materials, Research Institute for Interdisciplinary Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=9
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affil-num=10
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kn-title=Synthesis and biochemical characterization of naphthoquinone derivatives targeting bacterial histidine kinases
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kn-abstract=Waldiomycin is an inhibitor of histidine kinases (HKs). Although most HK inhibitors target the ATP-binding region, waldiomycin binds to the intracellular dimerization domain (DHp domain) with its naphthoquinone moiety presumed to interact with the conserved H-box region. To further develop inhibitors targeting the H-box, various 2-aminonaphthoquinones with cyclic, aliphatic, or aromatic amino groups and naphtho [2,3-d] isoxazole-4,9-diones were synthesized. These compounds were tested for their inhibitory activity (IC50) against WalK, an essential HK for Bacillus subtilis growth, and their minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) against B. subtilis. As a result, 11 novel HK inhibitors were obtained as naphthoquinone derivatives (IC50: 12.6?305??M, MIC: 0.5?128??g?ml?1). The effect of representative compounds on the expression of WalK/WalR regulated genes in B. subtilis was investigated. Four naphthoquinone derivatives induced the expression of iseA (formerly yoeB), whose expression is negatively regulated by the WalK/WalR system. This suggests that these compounds inhibit WalK in B. subtilis cells, resulting in antibacterial activity. Affinity selection/mass spectrometry analysis was performed to identify whether these naphthoquinone derivatives interact with WalK in a manner similar to waldiomycin. Three compounds were found to competitively inhibit the binding of waldiomycin to WalK, suggesting that they bind to the H-box region conserved in HKs and inhibit HK activity.
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affil-num=5
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Graduate School of Education, Okayama University
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affil-num=10
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affil-num=17
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kn-title=Generation and characterization of cerebellar granule neurons specific knockout mice of Golli-MBP
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kn-abstract=Golli?myelin basic proteins, encoded by the myelin basic protein gene, are widely expressed in neurons and oligodendrocytes in the central nervous system. Further, prior research has shown that Golli?myelin basic protein is necessary for myelination and neuronal maturation during central nervous system development. In this study, we established Golli?myelin basic protein-floxed mice to elucidate the cell-type-specific effects of Golli?myelin basic protein knockout through the generation of conditional knockout mice (Golli?myelin basic proteinsfl/fl; E3CreN), in which Golli?myelin basic proteins were specifically deleted in cerebellar granule neurons, where Golli?myelin basic proteins are expressed abundantly in wild-type mice. To investigate the role of Golli?myelin basic proteins in cerebellar granule neurons, we further performed histopathological analyses of these mice, with results indicating no morphological changes or degeneration of the major cellular components of the cerebellum. Furthermore, behavioral analysis showed that Golli?myelin basic proteinsfl/fl; E3CreN mice were healthy and did not display any abnormal behavior. These results suggest that the loss of Golli?myelin basic proteins in cerebellar granule neurons does not lead to cerebellar perturbations or behavioral abnormalities. This mouse model could therefore be employed to analyze the effect of Golli?myelin basic protein deletion in specific cell types of the central nervous system, such as other neuronal cells and oligodendrocytes, or in lymphocytes of the immune system.
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kn-title=What is the identity of Gerota fascia? Histological study with cadavers
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kn-abstract=Objectives: The advancement of laparoscopic surgery has allowed surgeons to see finer anatomical structures during surgery. As a result, several issues have arisen regarding Gerota fascia that cannot be explained by previous interpretations, such as its various forms observed during surgery. To address these issues, we histologically examined the structure of Gerota fascia.
Methods: Specimens for study were prepared from kidneys with Gerota fascia from four cadavers, and the structure was studied histologically. Its thickness and collagen fiber area ratios were measured using ImageJ and compared to those of the epimysium of the rectus abdominis muscle.
Results: Connective tissue that appeared to be Gerota fascia was observed in 26 specimens. Histologically, the basic structure of Gerota fascia was a sandwich-like structure with a thin layer of thick, long collagen fibers in the central layer, and small granular collagen fibers scattered at the edges. However, not all areas observed had a similar structure; eight specimens were composed only of small granular collagen fibers. The average thickness of the Gerota fascia was 466?μm, and the area ratio of collagen was 27.1%. In contrast, the epimysium was much thicker than Gerota fascia, and its collagen fibers were much thicker and denser.
Conclusions: Gerota fascia, unlike the epimysium, was a very thin and fragile layer of collagen fibers, and its structure was diverse. This explains why Gerota fascia was observed in various states during surgery. It is important for surgeons to understand the properties of Gerota fascia and to treat it appropriately.
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Organ Transplant Center, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Human Morphology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Electrostatically‐Driven Collapse of Polyelectrolytes: The?Role of the Solvent's Dielectric Constant
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kn-abstract=We experimentally confirm a longstanding theoretical prediction of counterion-induced
polyelectrolyte collapse in low dielectric media. The scattering behavior of polystyrene sulfonate in different solvents with dielectric permittivities in the range of ε ? 12 ? 180 is investigated. For high and intermediate ε media, typical polyelectrolyte behavior is observed: the correlation length (ξ) scales with concentration (c) as ξ ? c?1?2, as predicted by various theories. When the dielectric constant of the solvent decreases below ? 22, a scaling of ξ ? c?1?3, characteristic of partially collapsed polyelectrolytes, is observed. For these solvents, the correlation peak disappears at high concentrations. Interestingly, polyelectrolyte collapse is observed under both solvophilic and solvophobic conditions, supporting the existence of attractive electrostatic interactions. These results are in qualitative agreement with theoretical predictions which expect chain collapse in low dielectric media due to the influence of condensed counterions, either via dipolar attraction and/or charge-correlation-induced attractions.
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en-aut-name=LopezCarlos G.
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en-affil=Institute of Physical Chemistry, RWTH Aachen University
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en-affil=Materials Science and Engineering Department, The Pennsylvania State University, State College
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science, and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Materials Science and Engineering Department, The Pennsylvania State University, State College
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kn-title=Ultrahigh‐Field MR‐Compatible Mechanical Tactile Stimulator for Investigating Somatosensory Processing in Small‐Bodied Animals
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kn-abstract=Common marmosets (Callithrix jacchus), small-bodied New World primates that share similar sensory processing pathways with human beings, have gained great interests. Their small body size allows imaging of brain activity with high spatial resolution and on a whole-brain scale using ultrahigh-field (UHF) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners. However, the strong magnetic field and the small size of the hand and forearm pose challenges in delivering tactile stimulation during fMRI experiments. In the present study, we developed an MR-compatible tactile dual-point stimulator to provide high-precision mechanical stimulation for exploring somatosensory processing in small-bodied animals. The study population consisted of a water phantom and three male common marmosets. Cerebral blood volume (CBV) weighted fMRI data were obtained with a gradient echo (GE), echo-planar imaging (EPI) sequence at 7T scanner. The output performance of the device was tested by a pressure sensor. The MR compatibility of the device was verified by measuring the temporal signal-to-noise ratio (tSNR) of a water phantom. To test the effectiveness of tactile stimulation, we conducted block designed tactile stimulation experiments on marmosets. A one-way repeated measures ANOVA was conducted for comparing the tSNR results. We performed one-sample t-tests to investigate the negative response of the forearm and hand stimulation with a threshold of t > 1.96 (p < 0.05). Performance tests revealed that mechanical stimulation (averaged force: 31.69?g) was applied with a delay of 12?ms. Phantom experiments confirmed that there was no significant difference in the tSNR among three (10?Hz, 1?Hz, and no-stimulus) conditions (F (2, 798) = 0.71, p = 0.49). The CBV activity results showed that the stimulator successfully elicited hand and forearm somatosensory activations in primary somatosensory areas. These results indicated that the device is well suited for small-bodied animal somatosensory studies.
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en-aut-name=WangChenyu
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en-aut-mei=Chenyu
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en-affil=Innovation Research Center for Quantum Medicine, Gifu University School of Medicine
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en-affil=Section of Brain Function Information, National Institute for Physiological Sciences
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en-affil=Graduate School of Human and Environmental Studies, Kyoto University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Neurophysiology, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Integrated Neuroanatomy and Neuroimaging, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine
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en-affil=Department of Integrated Neuroanatomy and Neuroimaging, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine
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en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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kn-title=Usefulness of Interventions Using a Smartphone Cognitive Behavior Therapy Application for Children With Mental Health Disorders: Prospective, Single-Arm, Uncontrolled Clinical Trial
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kn-abstract=Background: The prevalence of mental health disorders among children in Japan has increased rapidly, and these children often show depressive symptoms and reduced quality of life (QOL). We previously developed a smartphone-based self-monitoring app to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), implemented it in healthy children, and reported its effectiveness for health promotion.
Objective: This study aims to examine the usefulness of the CBT app for improvement in depressive symptoms and QOL in children with mental health disorders.
Methods: The participants were 115 children with mental health disorders (eg, school refusal, orthostatic hypotension, eating disorders, developmental disorders, among others) and aged 12‐18 years. The CBT app?based program comprised 1 week of psychoeducation followed by 1 week of self-monitoring. After reading story-like scenarios, participants created a self-monitoring sheet with 5 panels: events, thoughts, feelings, body responses, and actions. All participants received regular mental health care from physicians in addition to the app-based program. To evaluate the participants’ depressive symptoms and QOL, Patient Health Questionnaire for Adolescents (PHQ-9A), Depression Self-Rating Scale for Children (DSRS-C), and Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) were measured at the beginning of the intervention, and at 2 and 6 months thereafter. Questionnaire for Triage and Assessment with 30 items (QTA30), and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) were also used to measure their health and self-esteem. Participants were divided into 4 groups on the basis of the PHQ-9A score (above or below the cutoff; PHQ-9A?5 or PHQ-9A<5) and completion or noncompletion of the CBT app?based program (app [+] or app [-]). The primary outcome was improvement in the DSRS-C score, and secondary outcomes were improvement in other psychometric scales including PedsQL, QTA30, and RSE. A paired-samples t test was used for statistical analysis. The Medical Ethics Committee of Fukuoka University Faculty of Medicine (approval U22-05-002) approved the study design.
Results: There were 48, 18, 18, and 7 participants in the PHQ-9A?5 app (+), PHQ-9A?5 app (-), PHQ-9A<5 app (+), and PHQ-9A<5 app (-) groups, respectively. A total of 24 participants dropped out. No improvement in the DSRS-C score was observed in all groups. However, PedsQL scores improved significantly at 2 and 6 months in the PHQ-9A<5 app (+) group (t17=6.62; P<.001 and t17=6.11; P<.001, respectively). There was a significant positive correlation between the PHQ-9A scores and the number of self-monitoring sheets completed.
Conclusions: The CBT app was useful for improving PedsQL scores of children with mental health disorders. However, a higher-intensity CBT program is necessary for more severely depressed children.
Trial Registration: University Hospital Medical Information Network Clinical Trials Registry UMIN000046775; center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr_e/ctr_view.cgi?recptno=R000053360
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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kn-abstract=Meticulous clinical examination is essential for spinal disorders to utilize the diagnostic methods and technologies that strongly support physicians and enhance clinical practice. A significant change in the approach to diagnosing spinal disorders has occurred in the last three decades, which has enhanced a more nuanced understanding of spine pathology. Traditional radiographic methods such as conventional and functional X-rays and CT scans are still the first line in the diagnosis of spinal disorders due to their low cost and accessibility. As more advanced imaging technologies become increasingly available worldwide, there is a constantly increasing trend in MRI scans for detecting spinal pathologies and making treatment decisions. Not only do MRI scans have superior diagnostic capabilities, but they also assist surgeons in performing meticulous preoperative planning, making them currently the most widely used diagnostic tool for spinal disorders. Positron Emission Tomography (PET) can help detect inflammatory lesions, infections, and tumors. Other advanced diagnostic tools such as CT/MRI fusion image, Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI), Upright and Kinetic MRI, magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) could play an important role when it comes to detecting more special pathologies. However, some technical difficulties in the daily praxis and their high costs act as obstacles to their further spread. Integrating artificial intelligence and advancements in data analytics and virtual reality promises to enhance spinal procedures’ precision, safety, and efficacy. As these technologies continue to develop, they will play a critical role in transforming spinal surgery. This paradigm shift emphasizes the importance of continuous innovation and adaptability in improving the diagnosis and treatment of spinal disorders.
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=A Novel Technique for Basilar Invagination Treatment in a Patient with Klippel?Feil Syndrome: A Clinical Example and Brief Literature Review
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kn-abstract=Objectives and Background: To present a novel technique of treatment for a patient with basilar invagination. Basilar invagination (BI) is a congenital condition that can compress the cervicomedullary junction, leading to neurological deficits. Severe cases require surgical intervention, but there is debate over the choice of approach. The anterior approach allows direct decompression but carries high complication rates, while the posterior approach provides indirect decompression and offers good stability with fewer complications. Materials and Methods: A 15-year-old boy with severe myelopathy presented to our hospital with neck pain, bilateral upper limb muscle weakness, and hand numbness persisting for 4 years. Additionally, he experienced increased numbness and gait disturbance three months before his visit. On examination, he exhibited hyperreflexia in both upper and lower limbs, muscle weakness in the bilateral upper limbs (MMT 4), bilateral hypoesthesia below the elbow and in both legs, mild urinary and bowel incontinence, and a spastic gait. Radiographs revealed severe basilar invagination (BI). Preoperative images showed severe BI and that the spinal cord was severely compressed with odontoid process. Results: The patient underwent posterior surgery with the C-arm free technique. All screws including occipital screws were inserted into the adequate position under navigation guidance. Reduction was achieved with skull rotation and distraction. A follow-up at one year showed the following results: Manual muscle testing results and sensory function tests showed almost full recovery, with bilateral arm recovery (MMT 5) and smooth walking. The cervical Japanese Orthopedic Association score of the patient improved from 9/17 to 16/17. Postoperative images showed excellent spinal cord decompression, and no major or severe complications had occurred. Conclusions: Basilar invagination alongside Klippel?Feil syndrome represents a relatively uncommon condition. Utilizing a posterior approach for treating reducible BI with a C-arm-free technique proved to be a safe method in addressing severe myelopathy. This novel navigation technique yields excellent outcomes for patients with BI.
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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start-page=2715
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kn-title=Predicting Surgical Site Infections in Spine Surgery: Association of Postoperative Lymphocyte Reduction
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kn-abstract=Objective: Postoperative lymphopenia is reported as an excellent indicator to predict surgical-site infection (SSI) after spine surgery. However, there is still controversy concerning which serological markers can predict spinal SSI. This study aims to evaluate excellent and early indicators for detecting SSI, focusing on spine instrumented surgery. Materials and Methods: This study included 268 patients who underwent spinal instrumented surgery from January 2022 to December 2023 (159 female and 109 male, average 62.9 years). The SSI group included 20 patients, and the non-SSI group comprised 248 patients. Surgical time, intraoperative blood loss, and glycemic levels were measured in both groups. The complete blood cell counts, differential counts, albumin, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels were measured pre-surgery and postoperative on Days 1, 3, and 7. In comparing the groups, the Mann?Whitney U test analysis was used for continuous variables, while the chi-squared test and Fisher’s exact test were used for dichotomous variables. Results: The incidence of SSI after spinal instrumentation was 7.46% and was relatively higher in scoliosis surgery. The SSI group had significantly longer surgical times (248 min vs. 180 min, p = 0.0004) and a higher intraoperative blood loss (772 mL vs. 372 mL, p < 0.0001) than the non-SSI group. In the SSI group, the Day 3 (10.5 ± 6.2% vs. 13.8 ± 6.0%, p = 0.012) and Day 7 (14.4 ± 4.8% vs. 18.8 ± 7.1%, p = 0.012) lymphocyte ratios were lower than the non-SSI group. Albumin levels on Day 1 in the SSI group were lower than in the non-SSI group (2.94 ± 0.30 mg/dL vs. 3.09 ± 0.38 mg/dL, p = 0.045). There is no difference in CRP and lymphocyte count between the two groups. Conclusions: SSI patients had lower lymphocyte percentages than non-SSI patients, which was a risk factor for SSI, with constant high inflammation. The Day 3 lymphocyte percentage may predict SSI after spinal instrumented surgery.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-title=Retrospective Cohort Study of Early versus Delayed Ballon Kyphoplasty Intervention for Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture Treatment
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kn-abstract=Objectives: To investigate the outcomes of early balloon kyphoplasty (BKP) intervention compared with late intervention for osteoporotic vertebral fracture (OVF). Background: Osteoporotic vertebral fracture can lead to kyphotic deformity, severe back pain, depression, and disturbances in activities of daily living (ADL). Balloon kyphoplasty has been widely utilized to treat symptomatic OVFs and has proven to be a very effective surgical option for this condition. Furthermore, BKP is relatively a safe and effective method due to its reduced acrylic cement leakage and greater kyphosis correction. Materials and Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted at our hospital for patients who underwent BKP for osteoporotic vertebral fractures in the time frame between January 2020 and December 2022. Ninety-nine patients were included in this study, and they were classified into two groups: in total, 36 patients underwent early BKP intervention (EI) at <4 weeks, and 63 patients underwent late BKP intervention (LI) at ?4 weeks. We performed a clinical, radiological and statistical comparative evaluation for the both groups with a mean follow-up of one year. Results: Adjacent segmental fractures were more frequently observed in the LI group compared to the EI group (33.3% vs. 13.9%, p = 0.034). There was a significant improvement in postoperative vertebral angles in both groups (p = 0.036). The cement volume injected was 7.42 mL in the EI, compared with 6.3 mL in the LI (p = 0.007). The mean surgery time was shorter in the EI, at 30.2 min, compared with 37.1 min for the LI, presenting a significant difference (p = 0.0004). There was no statistical difference in the pain visual analog scale (VAS) between the two groups (p = 0.711), and there was no statistical difference in cement leakage (p = 0.192). Conclusions/Level of Evidence: Early BKP for OVF treatment may achieve better outcomes and fewer adjacent segmental fractures than delayed intervention.
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Okayama Rosai Hospital
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kn-title=Endoscopic Bridging Stent Placement Improves Bile Leaks After Hepatic Surgery
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kn-abstract=Background: Endoscopic treatment is one of the first-line treatments for bile leaks after hepatic surgery. However, detailed reports of endoscopic treatment for bile leaks after hepatic resection (HR) or liver transplantation (LT) are scarce. The outcomes of endoscopic treatment for bile leaks after hepatic surgery were examined, and factors related to successful treatment were identified. Methods: A total of 122 patients underwent endoscopic treatment for bile leaks after hepatic surgery. The diagnosis of a bile leak is based on the ISGLS criteria. The decision to perform endoscopic retrograde cholangiography (ERC) is made based on the amount of drainage output, laboratory data, clinical symptoms, and CT scan findings. In our study, the site of the bile leak was assessed using ERC. Endoscopic stents were placed to bridge across the bile leak site as much as possible. Otherwise, stents were placed near the leak site. Endoscopic stents were replaced every 2?3 months until an improvement in the bile leak was observed with or without biliary strictures. The outcomes of endoscopic treatment and the factors related to clinical success were evaluated. Results: Seventy-four patients with HR and forty-eight patients with LT were treated endoscopically. Technical and clinical success was achieved in 89% (109/122) and 82% (100/122) of patients, respectively. Three (2%) patients died from uncontrollable bile leaks. Bridging stent placement (p < 0.001), coexistent percutaneous drainage (p = 0.0025), and leak severity (p = 0.015) were identified as independent factors related to the clinical success of endoscopic treatment. During a median observation period of 1162 days after the achievement of clinical success, bile leak recurrence was observed in only three cases (3%). Conclusions: Endoscopic treatment is safe and effective for bile leaks after hepatic surgery. Bridging stent placement across the leak site is the most crucial factor for clinical success.
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-affil=Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Okayama University Hospital
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en-keyword=bile leak
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kn-title=Employment of artificial intelligence for an unbiased evaluation regarding the recovery of right ventricular function after mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair
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kn-abstract=Aims Long-standing severe mitral regurgitation (MR) leads to left atrial (LA) enlargement, elevated pulmonary artery pressures, and ultimately right heart failure. While mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (M-TEER) alleviates left-sided volume overload, its impact on right ventricular (RV) recovery is unclear. This study aims to use both conventional echocardiography and artificial intelligence to assess the recovery of RV function in patients undergoing M-TEER for severe MR.
Methods and results The change in RV function from baseline to 3-month follow-up was analysed in a dual-centre registry of patients undergoing M-TEER for severe MR. RV function was conventionally assessed by measuring the tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion (TAPSE). Additionally, RV function was evaluated using a deep learning model that predicts RV ejection fraction (RVEF) based on two-dimensional apical four-chamber view echocardiographic videos. Among the 851 patients who underwent M-TEER, the 1-year survival rate was 86.8%. M-TEER resulted in a significant reduction in both LA volume and estimated systolic pulmonary artery pressure (sPAP) levels (median LA volume: from 123?ml [interquartile range, IQR 92?169?ml] to 104?ml [IQR 78?142?ml], p?0.001; median sPAP: from 46?mmHg [IQR 35?58?mmHg] to 41?mmHg [IQR 32?54?mmHg], p?=?0.036). In contrast, TAPSE remained unchanged (median: from 17?mm [IQR 14?21?mm] to 18?mm [IQR 15?21?mm], p?=?0.603). The deep learning model confirmed this finding, showing no significant change in predicted RVEF after M-TEER (median: from 43.1% [IQR 39.1?47.4%] to 43.2% [IQR 39.2?47.2%], p?=?0.475).
Conclusions While M-TEER improves left-sided haemodynamics, it does not lead to significant RV function recovery, as confirmed by both conventional echocardiography and artificial intelligence. This finding underscores the importance of treating patients before irreversible right heart damage occurs.
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en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine I, Klinikum rechts der Isar, TUM University Hospital, School of Medicine and Health, Technical University of Munich
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en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine I, Klinikum rechts der Isar, TUM University Hospital, School of Medicine and Health, Technical University of Munich
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en-affil=Department of Internal Medicine I, Klinikum rechts der Isar, TUM University Hospital, School of Medicine and Health, Technical University of Munich
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kn-title=Exercise hemodynamic evaluation in the management of dasatinib-related pulmonary arterial hypertension: a case report
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kn-abstract=Background Dasatinib-related pulmonary arterial hypertension is a rare complication of chronic therapy for hematological malignancies. Pulmonary hypertension often persists despite drug discontinuation and might require vasodilators. Normalizing pulmonary hemodynamics and avoiding the long-term use of vasodilators is challenging.
Case presentation Patient was a 55-year-old Japanese man complaining of progressive dyspnea on effort and fatigue. He had a history of hypertension and chronic myeloid leukemia treated with dasatinib. He was diagnosed with dasatinib-related pulmonary arterial hypertension by a right heart catheterization at rest, demonstrating a mean pulmonary artery pressure of 31 mmHg and a normal pulmonary arterial wedge pressure of 6 mmHg. Symptoms and hemodynamics significantly improved after the discontinuation of dasatinib and the initiation of upfront combination therapy of vasodilators. An exercise right heart catheterization, performed more than 2 years after the initiation of vasodilators, showed a mean pulmonary artery pressure of 15 mmHg at rest and 29 mmHg at peak exercise (normal reference value,?30 mmHg), suggesting normal pulmonary microcirculation. On the basis of these findings, pulmonary vasodilators were discontinued. Notably, a repeat exercise right heart catheterization demonstrated preserved pulmonary microcirculation, and the patient has remained asymptomatic for more than 2 years after discontinuing pulmonary-arterial-hypertension-targeted therapy.
Conclusions The evaluation of pulmonary microcirculation by exercise right heart catheterization can be useful for withdrawing pulmonary vasodilators safely in the management of patients with dasatinib-related pulmonary arterial hypertension.
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kn-title=Maternal circadian rhythms during pregnancy dictate metabolic plasticity in offspring
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kn-abstract=Tissue-level oscillation is achieved by tissue-intrinsic clocks along with network-dependent signals originating from distal organs and organismal behavior. Yet, it remains unexplored whether maternal circadian rhythms during pregnancy influence fetal rhythms and impact long-term susceptibility to dietary challenges in offspring. Here, we demonstrate that circadian disruption during pregnancy decreased placental and neonatal weight yet retained transcriptional and structural maturation. Intriguingly, diet-induced obesity was exacerbated in parallel with arrhythmic feeding behavior, hypothalamic leptin resistance, and hepatic circadian reprogramming in offspring of chronodisrupted mothers. In utero circadian desynchrony altered the phase-relationship between the mother and fetus and impacted placental efficiency. Temporal feeding restriction in offspring failed to fully prevent obesity, whereas the circadian alignment of caloric restriction with the onset of the active phase virtually ameliorated the phenotype. Thus, maternal circadian rhythms during pregnancy confer adaptive properties to metabolic functions in offspring and provide insights into the developmental origins of health and disease.
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kn-title=Body weight and eating attitudes influence improvement of depressive symptoms in children and pre-adolescents with eating disorders: a prospective multicenter cohort study
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kn-abstract=Background Pediatric patients with eating disorders in a multicenter joint study on 11 facilities were enrolled and prospectively investigated to determine whether improvement in body weight, eating attitudes, and psychosocial factors in children with eating disorders would also improve depressive symptoms.
Methods In this study, 91 patients were enrolled between April 2014 and March 2016. The severity of underweight was assessed using the body mass index-standard deviation score (BMI-SDS), eating behavior was assessed using the children's eating attitude test (ChEAT26), the outcome of childhood eating disorders was assessed using the childhood eating disorder outcome scale, and depressive symptoms were assessed using the Children's Depression Inventory (CDI) score.
Results After 12 months of treatment, depressive symptoms were evaluated in 62 of the 91 cases where it was evaluated at the initial phase. There was no difference in background characteristics between the included patients and the 29 patients who dropped out. A paired-sample t-test revealed a significant decrease in CDI scores after 12 months of treatment (p?0.001, 95% CI: 2.401?7.373) and a significant increase in the BMI-SDS (p?0.001, 95% CI:???2.41973?1.45321). Multiple regression analysis revealed that BMI-SDS and ChEAT26 scores at the initial phase were beneficial in CDI recovery. In addition, BMI-SDS at the initial phase was useful for predicting BMI-SDS recovery after 12 months of treatment.
Conclusions Depressive symptoms in children with eating disorders improved with therapeutic intervention on body weight and eating attitudes.
Trial registration The Clinical Trial Number for this study is UMIN000055004.
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kn-abstract=Cardiomyopathies are a heterogeneous group of heart muscle diseases that can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and sudden cardiac death. Traditional animal models and in vitro systems have limitations in replicating the complex pathology of human cardiomyopathies. Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) offer a transformative platform by enabling the generation of patient-specific cardiomyocytes, thus opening new avenues for disease modeling, drug discovery, and regenerative therapy. This process involves reprogramming somatic cells into iPSCs and subsequently differentiating them into functional cardiomyocytes, which can be characterized using techniques such as electrophysiology, contractility assays, and gene expression profiling. iPSC-derived cardiomyocyte (iPSC-CM) platforms are also being explored for drug screening and personalized medicine, including high-throughput testing for cardiotoxicity and the identification of patient-tailored therapies. While iPSC-CMs already serve as valuable models for understanding disease mechanisms and screening drugs, ongoing advances in maturation and bioengineering are bringing iPSC-based therapies closer to clinical application. Furthermore, the integration of multi-omics approaches and artificial intelligence (AI) is enhancing the predictive power of iPSC models. iPSC-based technologies are paving the way for a new era of personalized cardiology, with the potential to revolutionize the management of cardiomyopathies through patient-specific insights and regenerative strategies.
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kn-title=Percutaneous cryoablation versus robot-assisted partial nephrectomy for small renal cell carcinoma: a retrospective cost analysis at Japanese single-institution
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kn-abstract=Background: No direct cost comparison has been conducted between percutaneous cryoablation (PCA) and robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) for clinical T1a renal cell carcinoma (RCC) in Japan. This study aimed to compare their costs.
Methods: We retrospectively analyzed data from 212 PCAs (including 155 with transcatheter arterial embolization) and 119 RAPN cases performed between December 2017 and May 2022.
Results: PCA patients were older with higher American Society of Anesthesiologists scores, Charlson Comorbidity Index, and history of previous RCC treatment, cardiovascular disease, and antithrombotic drug use than RAPN patients. PCA was associated with a significantly shorter procedure time and hospitalization duration with fewer major complications than those associated with RAPN. While PCA incurred a slightly lower total cost (1,123,000 vs. 1,155,000 yen), it had a significantly higher procedural cost (739,000 vs. 693,000 yen) and markedly worse total (? 93,000 vs. 249,000 yen) and procedural income-expenditure balance (? 189,000 vs. 231,000 yen) than those of RAPN. After statistical adjustment, PCA demonstrated significantly higher total (difference: 114,000 yen) and procedural costs (difference: 72,000 yen), alongside significantly worse total (difference: ? 358,000 yen) and procedural income-expenditure balances (difference: ? 439,000 yen). The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio was more favorable for PCA than for RAPN.
Conclusion: For high- risk patients, PCA demonstrated a safer option with shorter hospitalization duration than those of RAPN. Although PCA was more cost-effective, its higher procedural cost and unfavorable income-expenditure balance require careful evaluation, especially for large tumors that require three or more needles.
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en-affil=Department of Radiology, Okayama University Hospital
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kn-abstract=Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are a key component of first-line treatment for metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC). However, predicting treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs) remains challenging. This study investigated the utility of eosinophil-related biomarkers as predictors of Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events grade???3 TRAEs in mRCC patients undergoing ICI combination therapy. In this retrospective analysis across 21 hospitals in Japan, we examined 180 patients treated with ICI/ICI therapy and 216 patients treated with ICI/tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) therapy. Grade???3 TRAEs occurred in 39.4% and 31.9% of patients in the ICI/ICI and ICI/TKI groups, respectively. An elevated eosinophil proportion of???2.0% (odds ratio [OR]: 2.36; 95% CI [confidence interval] 1.23?4.54, p?=?0.01) and a low neutrophil/eosinophil ratio (NER) of???40.0 (OR: 2.78, 95% CI 1.39?5.53, p?=?0.004) were significant predictors of severe TRAEs in the ICI/ICI group. However, no significant associations were found in the ICI/TKI group. These findings may help identify patients who suffer from grade???3 TRAEs and help determine individualized treatment strategies in patients with mRCC.
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Tokyo Medical University
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=LAG3 regulates antibody responses in a murine model of kidney transplantation
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kn-abstract=Lymphocyte activation gene 3 (LAG3) is a coinhibitory receptor expressed by various immune cells. Although the immunomodulatory potential of LAG3 is being explored in cancer and autoimmunity, there is no information on its role after organ transplantation. Our study investigated the functions of LAG3 in a mouse model of renal allograft rejection. LAG3?/? recipients rapidly rejected MHC-mismatched renal allografts that were spontaneously accepted by WT recipients, with graft histology characteristic of antibody-mediated rejection. Depletion of recipient B cells but not CD8+ T cells significantly extended kidney allograft survival in LAG3?/? recipients. Treatment of WT recipients with an antagonistic LAG3 antibody enhanced anti-donor immune responses and induced kidney damage associated with chronic rejection. The studies of conditional LAG3?/? recipients and mixed bone marrow chimeras demonstrated that LAG3 expression on either T or B cells is sufficient to regulate anti-donor humoral immunity but not to induce acute allograft rejection. The numbers and proinflammatory functions of graft-infiltrating NK cells were markedly increased in LAG3?/? recipients, suggesting that LAG3 also regulates the effector stage of antibody-mediated rejection. These findings identified LAG3 as a regulator of immune responses to kidney allografts and a potential therapeutic target for antibody-mediated rejection prevention and treatment.
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affil-num=11
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kn-title=Distribution of Fimbrial Genes and Their Association with Virulence and Levofloxacin Resistance/Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Production in Uropathogenic Escherichia coli
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kn-abstract=Background: Urinary tract infection (UTI) is predominantly caused by uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC). Previous studies have reported that the fimbriae of UPEC are involved in virulence and antimicrobial resistance. We aimed to analyze the fimbrial gene profiles of UPEC and investigate the specificity of these expressions in symptomatic UTI, urinary device use, and levofloxacin (LVFX) resistance/extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) production. Methods: A total of 120 UPEC strains were isolated by urine culture between 2019 and 2023 at our institution. They were subjected to an antimicrobial susceptibility test and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to identify 14 fimbrial genes and their association with clinical outcomes or antimicrobial resistance. Results: The prevalence of the papG2 gene was significantly higher in the symptomatic UTI group by multivariate analyses (OR 5.850, 95% CI 1.390?24.70, p = 0.016). The prevalence of the c2395 gene tended to be lower in the symptomatic UTI group with urinary devices (all p < 0.05). In LVFX-resistant UPEC strains from both the asymptomatic bacteriuria (ABU) and the symptomatic UTI group, the expression of the papEF, papG3, c2395, and yadN genes tended to be lower (all p < 0.05). Conclusion: The fimbrial genes of UPEC are associated with virulence and LVFX resistance, suggesting that even UPEC with fewer motility factors may be more likely to ascend the urinary tract in the presence of the urinary devices. These findings may enhance not only the understanding of the virulence of UPEC but also the management of UTI.
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=fimbriae
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article-no=
start-page=258
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dt-pub=20241118
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kn-title=Postoperative infections after robotic‐assisted radical prostatectomy in a single large institution: Effect of type and duration of prophylactic antibiotic administration
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kn-abstract=Objective: We evaluated the incidence of and risk factors for postoperative infections after robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) according to the type and duration of prophylactic antibiotic administration.
Methods: A total of 1038 patients underwent RARP at our institution from 2010 to 2021; 1026 patients (201 in the cefazolin [CEZ] group and 825 in the ampicillin/sulbactam [ABPC/SBT] group) were analyzed, and 12 who used other antibiotics were excluded. The primary endpoint was the incidence of urinary tract infection (UTI), surgical site infection (SSI), and remote infection (RI). T-tests, propensity score matching (PSM) and inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) were performed. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to evaluate the effect of type and duration of prophylactic antibiotic administration.
Results: The incidence of UTI was 2.5% (5/201) in the CEZ group and 3.2% (26/825) in the ABPC/SBT group, with no significant difference between groups (p?=?0.622). The rates of SSI and RI were comparable between groups (p?=?0.680 and 0.906, respectively). Although the duration of antimicrobial therapy was longer in the ABPC/SBT group (p?0.001), there was no significant difference in the incidence of UTI/SSI/RI after PSM and IPTW (all p?>?0.05). Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that neither the type of antibiotic nor the duration of administration affected the incidence of UTI/SSI/RI.
Conclusion: The risk of postoperative UTI/SSI/RI after RARP did not change with the type and duration of antimicrobial therapy.
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kn-title=Influence of tumor?associated factors on the treatment selection between partial nephrectomy and ablation therapy for small renal tumors (Review)
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kn-abstract=For small renal tumors, nephron?preserving treatment, including partial nephrectomy or ablation therapy, is recommended. According to major guidelines, ablation therapies are advised for patients who are deemed not suitable to undergo surgery due to an advanced age or the presence of comorbidities. However, compared with surgery, ablation therapy can result in superior safety and functional outcomes. The present review discusses the factors affecting decision?making as regards treatment options for small renal tumors. When determining an appropriate treatment option, tumor locations, as well as the condition and preferences of the patient, are considered. Scoring systems, such as the RENAL Nephrometry Score can assist in guiding treatment decisions. However, surgery may be the preferred approach for tumors near major vessels and collecting systems. For endophytic tumors, partial nephrectomy can be challenging due to the difficulty in visualizing intra?parenchymal tumors during the procedure, whereas ablation therapies may be inferior to partial nephrectomy. Although treatment selection for small renal tumors can be affected by tumor location, partial nephrectomy remains the gold standard for numerous cases.
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en-affil=Department of Urology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=small renal mass
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en-keyword=partial nephrectomy
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cd-vols=
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start-page=1444
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dt-pub=20250516
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en-title=
kn-title=A Canine c-kit Novel Mutation Isolated from a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Retains the Ability to Form Dimers but Lacks Autophosphorylation
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kn-abstract=Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are mesenchymal tumors that develop in the gastrointestinal tract; KIT mutations are present in both canine and human GISTs. In this study, genomic DNA was extracted from formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) sections of 55 canine GIST cases, and mutation searches were performed for exons 8, 9, and 11. The results revealed novel mutations, A434T and F436S, in exon 8. In contrast to the A434T mutation without functional changes, the F436S mutant retained its dimerization ability, but lost its phosphorylation function and attenuated downstream Akt signaling, which is reflected in wound healing and migration activities. A comparison of the subcellular localization of WT KIT and the F436S mutant revealed no differences. In silico simulations indicated that the F436S mutation alters the structure of the near-membrane region and that its effects may extend to the transmembrane and intracellular domains compared to the WT. F436S is a point mutation that affects the entire molecule because co-mutation with the F436S mutation and the known autophosphorylation mutation reduces the autophosphorylation abilities.
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en-affil=Laboratory of Veterinary Hygiene, School of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University
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en-affil=Laboratory of Veterinary Pharmacology, School of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University
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en-affil=Laboratory of Veterinary Reproduction, School of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Laboratory of Veterinary Clinical Pathology, School of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University
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en-affil=Laboratory of Urology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Laboratory of Veterinary Hygiene, School of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Laboratory of Veterinary Hygiene, School of Veterinary Science, Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University
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dt-pub=20250512
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en-title=
kn-title=Acute effect of multipoint pacing and fused AV delay in patients receiving cardiac resynchronization therapy
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kn-abstract=Background: Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is an established treatment for patients with heart failure with dyssynchrony. However, one-third of patients do not respond positively to it. Recently, multipoint pacing (MPP), which involves pacing from two sites on the left ventricle, has been found to improve symptoms and hemodynamics compared to conventional CRT. An automatic fused atrioventricular (AV) delay that performs fused pacing for intrinsic conduction has also been introduced. However, the combined effect of MPP and fused AV delay on acute hemodynamics is unknown.
Objective: To evaluate the acute hemodynamic effects of MPP and fused AV delay in patients undergoing CRT.
Methods: A pressure wire was delivered to the left ventricle, and dp/dt was compared with single atrial stimulation pacing in 52 patients with various pacing configurations.
Results: Delta dp/dt was greater in MPP than in conventional CRT (10.5?±?1.0% vs. 8.2?±?1.0%, p?0.001) and in fused AV delay than in short AV delay (10.4?±?0.8% vs. 8.3?±?1.1, p?0.001). Hemodynamic parameters significantly most improved with the combination of MPP and fused AV delay. Delta dp/dt was greater in LV pacing than in biventricular (BiV) pacing with MPP and fused AV delay; however, the delta QRS duration was shorter in LV pacing than in BiV pacing. Delta dp/dt and delta QRS duration were negatively correlated. The super-responder rate was 66%.
Conclusion: Combining MPP and fused AV delay has an additional effect. Shortening the QRS duration can increase the dp/dt, but the estimated line differs between LV and BiV pacing.
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Therapeutics, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Therapeutics, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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dt-pub=20250728
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en-title=
kn-title=Acquired Radioresistance Through Adaptive Evolution with Gamma Radiation as Selection Pressure: Increased Expression and Induction of Anti-Stress Genes
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kn-abstract=Elucidating the mechanisms of radioresistance in highly radiotolerant organisms can provide valuable insights into the adaptation and evolution of organisms. However, research has been limited on many naturally occurring radioresistant organisms due to a lack of information regarding their genetic and biochemical characteristics and the difficulty of handling them experimentally. To address this, we conducted an experiment on adaptive evolution using gamma radiation as the selection pressure to generate evolved Escherichia coli with gamma radiation resistance approximately one order of magnitude greater than that of wild-type E. coli. Gene expressions in all wild-type and evolved radioresistant E. coli in the presence or absence of gamma irradiation were analyzed and compared using RNA sequencing. Under steady-state conditions, the genes involved in survival, cell recovery, DNA repair, and response following stress exposure were upregulated in evolved E. coli compared with those in wild-type E. coli. Furthermore, the evolved E. coli induced these genes more efficiently following gamma irradiation and greater DNA repair activity than that in the wild-type E. coli. Our results indicate that an increased steady-state expression of various anti-stress genes, including DNA repair-related genes, and their highly efficient induction under irradiation are responsible for the remarkable radioresistance of evolved E. coli.
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en-aut-name=SaitoTakeshi
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en-affil=Division of Radiation Life Science, Institute for Integrated Radiation and Nuclear Science, Kyoto University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Radiation Research, Advanced Science Research Center, Okayama University
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start-page=e2024GL114146
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dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250718
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en-title=
kn-title=Unraveling the Complex Features of the Seismic Scatterers in the Mid‐Lower Mantle Through Phase Transition of (Al, H)‐Bearing Stishovite
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kn-subtitle=
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kn-abstract=Small-scale scatterers observed in the mid-lower mantle beneath the subduction zones are thought to result from the phase transition of stishovite within subducted oceanic crusts. Here we investigate the phase transition of (Al, H)-bearing stishovite with four compositions at simultaneously high P-T conditions combining Raman spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction. These experimental results reveal that the incorporation of 0.01 a.p.f.u Al into stishovite with H/Al ratio of ?1/3 lowers the transition pressure by 6.7(3) GPa. However, the Clapeyron slope of this transition is nearly unaffected by changes in the Al content and has a value of 12.2?12.5(3) MPa/K. According to our results, Al content variation ranging from 0 to 0.07 a.p.f.u in SiO2 can reasonably explain the depth distribution from 800 to 1,900 km of the seismic scatterers observed in the circum-Pacific region. These results deepen our understanding on the complex features of mid-lower mantle seismic scatterers and corresponding dynamic processes.
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aut-affil-num=4
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kn-title=Biocompatibility of Water-Dispersible Pristine Graphene and Graphene Oxide Using a Close-to-Human Animal Model: A Pilot Study on Swine
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kn-abstract=Graphene-based materials (GBMs) are of considerable interest for biomedical applications, and the pilot study on the toxicological and immunological impact of pristine graphene (GR) and graphene oxide (GO) using swine as a close-to-human provides valuable insights. First, ex vivo experiments are conducted on swine blood cells, then GBMs are injected intraperitoneally (i.p.) into swine. Hematological and biochemical analyses at various intervals indicate that neither GO nor GR cause systemic inflammation, pro-coagulant responses, or renal or hepatic dysfunction. Importantly, no systemic toxicity is observed. Analysis of a panel of 84 immune-related genes shows minimal impact of GO and GR. The animals are sacrificed 21 days post-injection, and transient absorption imaging and Raman mapping show the presence of GO and GR in the mesentery only. Histological evaluation reveals no signs of alterations in other organs. Thus, clusters of both materials are detected in the mesentery, and GO aggregates are surrounded only by macrophages with the formation of granulomas. In contrast, modest local reactions are observed around the GR clusters. Overall, these results reveal that i.p. injection of GBMs resulted in a modest local tissue reaction without systemic toxicity. This study, performed in swine, provides essential guidance for future biomedical applications of graphene.
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kn-abstract=Follicular lymphoma mostly takes an indolent course, and thus, observation with watchful waiting is a main therapeutic strategy. Recent long-term studies suggest earlier treatment with rituximab monotherapy may benefit patients by delaying the need for treatment in the later phase of exacerbation. In this study, we reported a patient with bilateral orbital follicular lymphoma who received four-time weekly rituximab monotherapy as an induction therapy only and maintained the remission for 5 years with no treatment. The patient was a 51-year-old woman who developed a right upper orbital mass and was diagnosed with follicular lymphoma grade 1 by the excisional biopsy. Two years later, at the age of 53 years, she developed a left lacrimal gland mass and underwent excision. The pathological diagnosis was follicular lymphoma grade 1. She did not have any other systemic lesions by fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography. At the age of 54 years, she developed a new mass on the nasal side of the right orbit and underwent weekly rituximab monotherapy (375 mg/m2) four times a month, leading to the reduction of the mass in 3 months. Two high uptake sites on the temporal and nasal side of the right superior orbit by fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography disappeared one year later at the age of 55 years. She was followed with no treatment for 6 years until the age of 60 years at the latest visit. In case of a local orbital relapse, local radiotherapy would be the standard, but rituximab monotherapy as an induction therapy only was chosen in the present patient. Rituximab monotherapy in place of local radiotherapy would be a treatment option for orbital follicular lymphoma.
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kn-abstract=Kernel memory corruption attacks against operating systems exploit kernel vulnerabilities to overwrite kernel data. Kernel address space layout randomization makes it difficult to identify kernel data by randomizing their virtual address space. Control flow integrity (CFI) prevents unauthorized kernel code execution by verifying kernel function calls. However, these countermeasures do not prohibit writing to kernel data. If the virtual address of privileged information is specified and CFI is circumvented, the privileged information can be modified by a kernel memory corruption attack. In this paper, we propose a restricted kernel page mechanism (RKPM) to mitigate kernel memory corruption attacks by introducing restricted kernel pages to protect the kernel data specified in the kernel. The RKPM focuses on the fact that kernel memory corruption attacks attempt to read the virtual addresses around the privileged information. The RKPM adopts page table mapping handling and a memory protection key to control the read and write restrictions of the restricted kernel pages. This allows us to mitigate kernel memory corruption attacks by capturing reads to the restricted kernel page before the privileged information is overwritten. As an evaluation of the RKPM, we confirmed that it can mitigate privilege escalation attacks on the latest Linux kernel. We also measured that there was a certain overhead in the kernel performance. This study enhances kernel security by mitigating privilege escalation attacks through the use of software or hardware based restricted kernel pages.
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en-affil=Department of Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=Safety of Adenosine-assisted Clipping Surgery for Unruptured Cerebral Aneurysms: Interim Results of a Single-center, Single-arm Study
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kn-abstract=The aim of this single-center, single-arm study was to evaluate the safety of adenosine-assisted clipping surgery for unruptured cerebral aneurysms. Five patients underwent aneurysmal clipping during adenosine-induced hypotension at ?60 mmHg. The mean age of patients was 63.4±8.5 years, and the mean aneurysm size was 5.3±1.1 mm. The prevalence of patients with modified Rankin Scale scores of zero 30 days after surgery was 100%. The degree of aneurysm obliteration was complete in 4 patients and residual dome in 1 patient. The mean total dosage of adenosine was 37.4±18.8 mg. The mean duration of systolic blood pressure at ?60 mmHg was 64.2±28.3 secs. No patients exhibited paroxysmal atrial fibrillation within 24 hours after adenosine administration or elevation of high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T on postoperative day 1. There was no reduction in either motor-evoked or somatosensory-evoked potential amplitude during surgery. Adenosine-induced hypotension is a safe procedure in clipping surgery for unruptured cerebral aneurysms.
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en-affil=Department of Neurological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-affil=Department of Neurological Surgery, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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kn-title=Development of an Antimicrobial Coating Film for Denture Lining Materials
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kn-abstract=Background/Objectives: Denture hygiene is essential for the prevention of oral candidiasis, a condition frequently associated with Candida albicans colonization on denture surfaces. Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC)-loaded montmorillonite (CPC-Mont) has demonstrated antimicrobial efficacy in tissue conditioners and demonstrates potential for use in antimicrobial coatings. In this study, we aimed to develop and characterize CPC-Mont-containing coating films for dentures, focusing on their physicochemical behaviors and antifungal efficacies. Methods: CPC was intercalated into sodium-type montmorillonite to prepare CPC-Mont; thereafter, films containing CPC-Mont were fabricated using emulsions of different polymer types (nonionic, cationic, and anionic). CPC loading, release, and recharging behaviors were assessed at various temperatures, and activation energies were calculated using Arrhenius plots. Antimicrobial efficacy against Candida albicans was evaluated for each film using standard microbial assays. Results: X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed the expansion of montmorillonite interlayer spacing by approximately 3 nm upon CPC loading. CPC-Mont showed temperature-dependent release and recharging behavior, with higher temperatures enhancing its performance. The activation energy for CPC release was 38 kJ/mol, while that for recharging was 26 kJ/mol. Nonionic emulsions supported uniform CPC-Mont dispersion and successful film formation, while cationic and anionic emulsions did not. CPC-Mont-containing coatings maintained antimicrobial activity against Candida albicans on dentures. Conclusions: CPC-Mont can be effectively incorporated into nonionic emulsion-based films to create antimicrobial coatings for denture applications. The films exhibited temperature-responsive, reversible CPC release and recharging behaviors, while maintaining antifungal efficacy, findings which suggest the potential utility of CPC-Mont-containing films as a practical strategy to prevent denture-related candidiasis.
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en-affil=National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Health and Medical Research Institute
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en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Dental School, Advanced Research Center for Oral and Craniofacial Science, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Prosthodontics, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Hokkaido University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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kn-title=Spider mite tetranins elicit different defense responses in different host habitats
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kn-abstract=Spider mites (Tetranychus urticae) are a major threat to economically important crops. Here, we investigated the potential of tetranins, in particular Tet3 and Tet4, as T. urticae protein-type elicitors that stimulate plant defense. Truncated Tet3 and Tet4 proteins showed efficacy in activating the defense gene pathogenesis-related 1 (PR1) and inducing phytohormone production in leaves of Phaseolus vulgaris. In particular, Tet3 caused a drastically higher Ca2+ influx in leaves, but a lower reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation compared to other tetranins, whereas Tet4 caused a low Ca2+ influx and a high ROS generation in the host plants. Such specific and non-specific elicitor activities were examined by knockdown of Tet3 and Tet4 expressions in mites, confirming their respective activities and in particular showing that they function additively or synergistically to induce defense responses. Of great interest is the fact that Tet3 and Tet4 expression levels were higher in mites on their preferred host, P. vulgaris, compared to the levels in mites on the less-preferred host, Cucumis sativus, whereas Tet1 and Tet2 were constitutively expressed regardless of their host. Furthermore, mites that had been hosted on C. sativus induced lower levels of PR1 expression, Ca2+ influx and ROS generation, i.e., Tet3- and Tet4-responsive defense responses, in both P. vulgaris and C. sativus leaves compared to the levels induced by mites that had been hosted on P. vulgaris. Taken together, these findings show that selected tetranins respond to variable host cues that may optimize herbivore fitness by altering the anti-mite response of the host plant.
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en-affil=Department of Biological Science and Technology, Faculty of Advanced Engineering, Tokyo University of Science
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en-affil=Center for Ecological Research, Kyoto University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin
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en-affil=Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin
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en-affil=Institute of Plant Science and Resources (IPSR), Okayama University
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kn-title=Alkoxy‐Substituted Anthrabis(Thiadiazole)‐Terthiophene Copolymers for Organic Photovoltaics: A Unique Wavy Backbone Enhances Aggregation, Molecular Order, and Device Efficiency
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Research Institute for Interdisciplinary Science, Okayama University
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kn-title=Shoot-Silicon-Signal protein to regulate root silicon uptake in rice
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kn-abstract=Plants accumulate silicon to protect them from biotic and abiotic stresses. Especially in rice (Oryza sativa), a typical Si-accumulator, tremendous Si accumulation is indispensable for healthy growth and productivity. Here, we report a shoot-expressed signaling protein, Shoot-Silicon-Signal (SSS), an exceptional homolog of the flowering hormone “florigen” differentiated in Poaceae. SSS transcript is only detected in the shoot, whereas the SSS protein is also detected in the root and phloem sap. When Si is supplied from the root, the SSS transcript rapidly decreases, and then the SSS protein disappears. In sss mutants, root Si uptake and expression of Si transporters are decreased to a basal level regardless of the Si supply. The grain yield of the mutants is decreased to 1/3 due to insufficient Si accumulation. Thus, SSS is a key phloem-mobile protein for integrating root Si uptake and shoot Si accumulation underlying the terrestrial adaptation strategy of grasses.
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en-affil=Institute of Plant Science and Resources, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Institute of Plant Science and Resources, Okayama University
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en-affil=Institute of Plant Science and Resources, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang Agriculture & Forestry University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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start-page=20715
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kn-title=Trends in the incidence of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome in Japan: an observational study from 2013 to 2022
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kn-abstract=We aimed to determine the 10-year trend in the incidence of Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) in Japan. This retrospective observational study used a publicly available national database. Trends in the incidence of SFTS with annual percent changes (APC) were examined using Joinpoint regression analysis with stratification by patient age, season, and region. The association between disease incidence and environmental factors was investigated using Spearman’s rank correlation. Between 2013 and 2022, there were 803 notified cases (397 males and 406 females) of SFTS, with 79.5% aged???65 years. The annual incidence rate increased continuously with an APC of 9.6%. The incidence peaked between May and June, with 80.8% of cases observed between May and October. The incidence was predominantly higher in western Japan, and the mean annual incidence rate was the highest in Miyazaki prefecture, with 0.89 per 100,000 people. Correlations between the SFTS incidence rates and environmental factors were observed in western Japan, with forest area (correlation coefficient, 0.80), followed by agricultural population rate (0.70). SFTS incidence is continuously increasing in Japan, especially among the elderly population. Environmental factors such as broader forest areas and increased agricultural population were possibly associated with the incidence.
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of General Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Health Data Science, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Infectious Diseases, Okayama University Hospital
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en-keyword=Epidemiology
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kn-keyword=Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS)
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kn-title=Tumor Microvessels with Specific Morphology as a Prognostic Factor in Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
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kn-abstract=Background Angiogenesis is essential for tumor progression. Microvessel density (MVD) is a widely used histological method to assess angiogenesis using immunostained sections, but its prognostic significance in esophageal cancer remains controversial. Recently, the evaluation of microvascular architecture has gained importance as a method to assess tumor aggressiveness. The present study aimed to identify the histological characteristics of tumor microvessels that are associated with the aggressiveness of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
Patients and Methods A total of 108 esophageal squamous cell carcinoma tissues were immunohistochemically stained with blood vessel markers and angiogenesis-related markers, including CD31, alpha smooth muscle actin, vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A), CD206, and D2-40. MVD, microvessel pericyte coverage index (MPI), and tumor vascular morphology were evaluated by microscopy.
Results MVD was significantly associated with patient outcomes, whereas neither MPI nor VEGF-A expression throughout the tumor showed a significant correlation. In addition, the presence of blood vessels encircling clusters of tumor cells, termed C-shaped microvessels, and excessively branching microvessels, termed X-shaped microvessels, was significantly associated with poor prognosis. These vessel types were also correlated with clinicopathological parameters, including deeper invasion of the primary tumor, presence of lymph node metastasis, advanced pathological stage, and distant metastasis. Focal VEGF-A immunoexpression in tumor cells was higher in areas containing C-shaped or X-shaped microvessels compared with areas lacking these vessel morphologies.
Conclusions The data suggest that tumor microvessels with specific morphologies (C-shaped and X-shaped microvessels) may serve as a promising prognostic factor in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Pathology and Experimental Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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kn-title=A high-protein diet-responsive gut hormone regulates behavioral and metabolic optimization in Drosophila melanogaster
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kn-abstract=Protein is essential for all living organisms; however, excessive protein intake can have adverse effects, such as hyperammonemia. Although mechanisms responding to protein deficiency are well-studied, there is a significant gap in our understanding of how organisms adaptively suppress excessive protein intake. In the present study, utilizing the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, we discover that the peptide hormone CCHamide1 (CCHa1), secreted by enteroendocrine cells in response to a high-protein diet (HPD), is vital for suppressing overconsumption of protein. Gut-derived CCHa1 is received by a small subset of enteric neurons that produce short neuropeptide F, thereby modulating protein-specific satiety. Importantly, impairment of the CCHa1-mediated gut-enteric neuronal axis results in ammonia accumulation and a shortened lifespan under HPD conditions. Collectively, our findings unravel the crosstalk of gut hormone and neuronal pathways that orchestrate physiological responses to prevent and adapt to dietary protein overload.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Biological Science and Technology, Faculty of Advanced Engineering, Tokyo University of Science
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Life Sciences, Tohoku University
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affil-num=6
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affil-num=7
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kn-title=Mutagenesis Targeting the S153 Residue Within the Transmembrane β-Hairpin of Mosquito-Larvicidal Mpp46Ab Affects Its Toxicity and the Synergistic Toxicity with Cry4Aa
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kn-abstract=We constructed a library of Mpp46Ab mutants, in which S153 within the transmembrane β-hairpin was randomly replaced by other amino acids. Mutagenesis and subsequent primary screening yielded 10 different Mpp46Ab mutants in addition to the wild type. Remarkably, S153 was replaced with a more hydrophobic amino acid in most of the mutants, and the S153I mutant in particular exhibited significantly increased toxicity. Electrophysiologic analysis using artificial lipid bilayers revealed that the single-channel conductance and PK/PCl permeability ratio were significantly increased for S153I pores. This suggests that the formation of highly ion-permeable and highly cation-selective toxin pores increases the influx of cations and water into cells, thereby facilitating osmotic shock. In addition, the S153F, S153L, and S153I mutants exhibited significantly reduced synergistic toxicity with Cry4Aa. Electrophysiologic analysis showed that the S153F, S153L, and S153I mutants form toxin pores with a significantly reduced PK/PNa permeability ratio and a significantly increased PK/PCa permeability ratio compared to wild-type pores. Thus, our results suggest that pore formation is central to the insecticidal activity of Mpp46Ab and that the ion permeability of toxin pores is a potential indicator correlated with both toxicity and synergistic toxicity with other toxins.
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en-aut-name=HayakawaTohru
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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affil-num=4
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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en-title=
kn-title=Cryo-EM Analysis of a Tri-Heme Cytochrome-Associated RC-LH1 Complex from the Marine Photoheterotrophic Bacterium Dinoroseobacter Shibae
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kn-abstract=The reaction center-light harvesting 1 (RC-LH1) complex converts solar energy into electrical energy, driving the initiation of photosynthesis. The authors present a cryo-electron microscopy structure of the RC-LH1 isolated from a marine photoheterotrophic bacterium Dinoroseobacter shibae. The RC comprises four subunits, including a three-heme cytochrome (Cyt) c protein, and is surrounded by a closed LH ring composed of 17 pairs of antenna subunits. Notably, a novel subunit with an N-terminal “helix-turn-helix” motif embedded in the gap between the RC and the LH ring is identified. The purified RC-LH1 complex exhibits high stability in solutions containing Mg2+ or Ca2+. The periplasmic Cyt c2 is predicted to bind at the junction between the Cyt subunit and the membrane plane, enabling electron transfer from Cyt c2 to the proximal heme of the tri-heme Cyt, and subsequently to the special pair of bacteriochlorophylls. These findings provide structural insights into the efficient energy and electron transfer processes within a distinct type of RC-LH1, and shed light on evolutionary adaptations of photosynthesis.
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kn-title=Neurotransmitter and Receptor Mapping in Drosophila Circadian Clock Neurons via T2A-GAL4 Screening
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kn-abstract=The circadian neuronal network in the brain comprises central pacemaker neurons and associated input and output pathways. These components work together to generate coherent rhythmicity, synchronize with environmental time cues, and convey circadian information to downstream neurons that regulate behaviors such as the sleep/wake cycle. To mediate these functions, neurotransmitters and neuromodulators play essential roles in transmitting and modulating signals between neurons. In Drosophila melanogaster, approximately 240 brain neurons function as clock neurons. Previous studies have identified several neurotransmitters and neuromodulators, including the Pigment-dispersing factor (PDF) neuropeptide, along with their corresponding receptors in clock neurons. However, our understanding of the neurotransmitters and receptors involved in the circadian system remains incomplete. In this study, we conducted a T2A-GAL4-based screening for neurotransmitter and receptor genes expressed in clock neurons. We identified 2 neurotransmitter-related genes and 22 receptor genes. Notably, while previous studies had reported the expression of 6 neuropeptide receptor genes in large ventrolateral neurons (l-LNv), we also found that 14 receptor genes?including those for dopamine, serotonin, and γ-aminobutyric acid?are expressed in l-LNv neurons. These findings suggest that l-LNv neurons serve as key integrative hubs within the circadian network, receiving diverse external signals.
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en-aut-name=FukudaAyumi
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en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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kn-title=Efficient single-channel current measurements of the human BK channel using a liposome-immobilized gold probe
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kn-abstract=The human BK channel (hBK) is an essential membrane protein that regulates various biological functions, and its dysfunction leads to serious diseases. Understanding the biophysical properties of hBK channels is crucial for drug development. Artificial lipid bilayer recording is used to measure biophysical properties at the single-channel level. However, this technique is time-consuming and complicated; thus, its measurement efficiency is very low. Previously, we developed a novel technique to improve the measurement efficiency by rapidly forming lipid bilayer membranes and incorporating ion channels into the membrane using a hydrophilically modified gold probe. To further improve our technique for application to the hBK channel, we combined it using the gold probe with a liposome fusion method. Using a probe on which liposomes containing hBK channels were immobilized, the channels were efficiently incorporated into the lipid bilayer membrane, and the measured channel currents showed the current characteristics of the hBK channel. This technique will be useful for the efficient measurements of the channel properties of hBK and other biologically important channels.
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en-aut-name=HiranoMinako
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en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering in Health Systems, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Human BK channel
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kn-title=Carnosol, a Rosemary Ingredient Discovered in a Screen for Inhibitors of SARM1-NAD+ Cleavage Activity, Ameliorates Symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy
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kn-abstract=Sterile alpha and Toll/interleukin receptor motif-containing protein 1 (SARM1) is a nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) hydrolase involved in axonal degeneration and neuronal cell death. SARM1 plays a pivotal role in triggering the neurodegenerative processes that underlie peripheral neuropathies, traumatic brain injury, and neurodegenerative diseases. Importantly, SARM1 knockdown or knockout prevents the degeneration; as a result, SARM1 has been attracting attention as a potent therapeutic target. In recent years, the development of several SARM1 inhibitors derived from synthetic chemical compounds has been reported; however, no dietary ingredients with SARM1 inhibitory activity have been identified. Therefore, we here focused on dietary ingredients and found that carnosol, an antioxidant contained in rosemary, inhibits the NAD+-cleavage activity of SARM1. Purified carnosol inhibited the enzymatic activity of SARM1 and suppressed neurite degeneration and cell death induced by the anti-cancer medicine vincristine (VCR). Carnosol also inhibited VCR-induced hyperalgesia symptoms, suppressed the loss of intra-epidermal nerve fibers in vivo, and reduced the blood fluid level of phosphorylated neurofilament-H caused by an axonal degeneration event. These results indicate that carnosol has a neuroprotective effect via SARM1 inhibition in addition to its previously known antioxidant effect via NF-E2-related factor 2 and thus suppresses neurotoxin-induced peripheral neuropathy.
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en-aut-name=MurataHitoshi
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en-aut-name=OgawaKazuki
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en-aut-name=TomonobuNahoko
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en-aut-name=YamamotoKen-Ichi
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en-aut-name=SakaguchiMasakiyo
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aut-affil-num=11
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Tama Biochemical Co., Ltd.
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
kn-affil=
affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=8
en-affil=Tama Biochemical Co., Ltd.
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affil-num=9
en-affil=Tama Biochemical Co., Ltd.
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affil-num=10
en-affil=Department of Translational Research and Drug Development, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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affil-num=11
en-affil=Department of Cell Biology, Okayama University Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
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en-keyword=SARM1
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dt-pub-year=2025
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kn-title=Development of a Vinylated Cyclic Allene: A Fleeting Strained Diene for the Diels?Alder Reaction
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kn-abstract=Fleeting molecules possessing strained multiple bonds are important components in organic synthesis due to their ability to undergo various chemical reactions driven by the release of strain energy. Although the use of strained π-bonds as 2π components, represented by dienophiles in Diels?Alder reactions, has been well studied, “the strained diene (4π component) approach” for molecular construction remains underexplored. Herein, we report the design of a vinyl cyclic allene (1-vinyl-1,2-cyclohexadiene) as a highly reactive strained diene and the development of its Diels?Alder reactions. Experimental and computational studies of vinyl cyclic allenes revealed that this diene system undergoes cycloaddition with dienophiles regio- and stereoselectively under mild reaction conditions. These studies also provide insight into the reactivity and selectivity of the system. The strained diene approach enables the convergent construction of polycyclic molecules through bond disconnections distinct from conventional retrosynthetic analysis, thus offering an efficient strategy for the assembly of functional molecules.
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en-aut-name=MizoguchiHaruki
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en-aut-mei=Haruki
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en-aut-name=ObataTakumi
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en-aut-mei=Takumi
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en-aut-name=HiraiTaiki
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en-aut-name=SakakuraAkira
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aut-affil-num=5
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en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=4
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Graduate School of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Activation strain model
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kn-keyword=Diels?Alder reaction
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en-keyword=Vinylated cyclic allene
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dt-pub-year=2025
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kn-title=Efficacy of transcatheter patent foramen ovale closure for drug-resistant migraine: initial experience in Japan and long-term outcome
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kn-abstract=This study evaluates the efficacy and safety of transcatheter patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure for the treatment of drug-resistant migraine in Japan. Previous studies have suggested a potential benefit for migraine with aura, although large-scale trials in the United States and Europe have failed to confirm efficacy as a primary endpoint. The study included 27 patients (mean age 36.4 years, 15 female, 21 with aura) who had more than two migraine attacks per month despite medication. All had PFO confirmed by transesophageal echocardiography and underwent transcatheter closure with the Amplatzer PFO Occluder. Patients were followed up to 12 months with migraine severity monitored by headache specialist. The procedure was successful and without complications in all cases. One patient required a larger occluder (35 mm) due to the size of PFO. At 12 months, 22 of 27 (81%) patients reported either complete resolution or improvement of migraine. Specifically, 10 of 21 (48%) patients with aura experienced complete resolution of migraine at one year. Patients without aura had a lower response rate, with only one case of complete resolution. Despite limitations such as the lack of a control group and potential patient selection bias, the study demonstrated that PFO closure may provide significant relief for patients with drug-resistant migraine, particularly those with aura. These findings support further investigation to better define its clinical indications and potential benefits.
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en-aut-name=AkagiTeiji
en-aut-sei=Akagi
en-aut-mei=Teiji
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aut-affil-num=1
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en-aut-name=TakayaYoichi
en-aut-sei=Takaya
en-aut-mei=Yoichi
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aut-affil-num=2
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en-aut-name=MikiTakashi
en-aut-sei=Miki
en-aut-mei=Takashi
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ORCID=
en-aut-name=NakayamaRie
en-aut-sei=Nakayama
en-aut-mei=Rie
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aut-affil-num=4
ORCID=
en-aut-name=NakagawaKoji
en-aut-sei=Nakagawa
en-aut-mei=Koji
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ORCID=
en-aut-name=NakashimaMitsuki
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en-aut-mei=Mitsuki
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aut-affil-num=6
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en-aut-name=TakahashiYoshiaki
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en-aut-mei=Yoshiaki
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en-aut-name=HishikawaNozomi
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en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=5
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=6
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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affil-num=7
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=8
en-affil=Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=9
en-affil=Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Patent foramen ovale
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en-keyword=Migraine
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en-keyword=Headache
kn-keyword=Headache
en-keyword=Stroke
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en-keyword=Catheter
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cd-journal=joma
no-vol=32
cd-vols=
no-issue=4
article-no=
start-page=773
end-page=782
dt-received=
dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250508
dt-online=
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kn-title=Japanese translation of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast?+?4 (FACT-B?+?4) following international guidelines: a verification of linguistic validity
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kn-abstract=Background For breast cancer patients, postoperative lymphedema and upper limb movement disorders are serious complications that absolutely reduce their quality of life (QOL). To evaluate this serious complication, we used “Quick Dash” or “FACT-B”, which can assess a patient's physical, social, emotional, and functional health status. To evaluate their breast cancer surgery-related dysfunction correctly, “FACT-B?+?4” was created by adding four questions about “arm swelling'' and “tenderness”. We have translated it into Japanese according to international translation guidelines.
Methods At the beginning, we contacted FACT headquarters that we would like to create a Japanese version of FACT-B?+?4. They formed the FACIT Trans Team (FACIT) following international translation procedures, and then, we began translating according to them. The steps are 1: perform “Forward and Reverse translations” to create a “Preliminary Japanese version”, 2: request the cooperation of 5 breast cancer patients and “conduct a pilot study” and “questionnaire survey”, and 3: amendments and final approval based on pilot study results and clinical perspectives.
Result In Step1, FACIT requested faithful translation of the words, verbs, and nouns from the original text. In Step2, patients reported that they felt uncomfortable with the Japanese version words such as “numb'' and “stiffness'' and felt that it might be difficult to describe their symptoms accurately. In Step3, we readjusted the translation to be more concise and closer to common Japanese language, and performed “Step1” again to ensure that the translation definitely retained the meaning of the original.
Conclusion A Japanese version of FACT has existed until now, but there was no Japanese version of FACT-B?+?4, which adds four additional items to evaluate swelling and pain in the upper limbs. This time, we have created a Japanese version that has been approved by FACT.
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en-aut-name=TsukiokiTakahiro
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en-aut-name=DennisSaya R.
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en-aut-mei=Saya R.
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en-aut-name=TerataKaori
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aut-affil-num=4
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aut-affil-num=5
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affil-num=9
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kn-title=CyNER: Information Extraction from?Unstructured Text of?CTI Sources with?Noncontextual IOCs
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kn-abstract=Cybersecurity threats have been increasing and growing more sophisticated year by year. In such circumstances, gathering Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and following up with up-to-date threat information is crucial. Structured CTI such as Structured Threat Information eXpression (STIX) is particularly useful because it can automate security operations such as updating FW/IDS rules and analyzing attack trends. However, as most CTIs are written in natural language, manual analysis with domain knowledge is required, which becomes quite time-consuming.
In this work, we propose CyNER, a method for automatically structuring CTIs and converting them into STIX format. CyNER extracts named entities in the context of CTI and then extracts the relations between named entities and IOCs in order to convert them into STIX. In addition, by using key phrase extraction, CyNER can extract relations between IOCs that lack contextual information, such as those listed at the bottom of a CTI, and named entities. We describe our design and implementation of CyNER and demonstrate that it can extract named entities with the F-measure of 0.80 and extract relations between named entities and IOCs with the maximum accuracy of 81.6%. Our analysis of structured CTI showed that CyNER can extract IOCs that are not included in existing reputation sites, and that it can automatically extract IOCs that have been exploited for a long time and across multiple attack groups. CyNER is thus expected to contribute to the efficiency of CTI analysis.
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en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=2
en-affil=Research & Development Group, Hitachi, Ltd.
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Research & Development Group, Hitachi, Ltd.
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affil-num=4
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start-page=292
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dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2023
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en-title=
kn-title=Analyzing Post-injection Attacker Activities in IoT Devices: A Comprehensive Log Analysis Approach
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kn-abstract=With the continuous proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, malware threats that specifically target these devices continue to increase. The urgent need for robust security measures is predicated on a comprehensive understanding of the behavioral patterns of IoT malware. However, previous studies have often overlooked the analysis of command sequences in Telnet logs. This study bridges this research gap by examining the post-injection behaviors of attackers. By analyzing a vast dataset comprising more than ten million logs collected from an IoT honeypot, we reveal three distinct post-injection activity patterns, each with unique characteristics. These patterns provide pivotal insights that not only help distinguish between legitimate operations and attempted attacks, but also drive the development of robust cybersecurity measures that effectively deter such behaviors. The nuances discovered in this study contribute significantly to IoT security by enhancing our understanding of malware tactics and informing targeted defense strategies.
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Malware analysis
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2023
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en-title=
kn-title=Prevention Method for Stack Buffer Overflow Attack in TA Command Calls in OP-TEE
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kn-abstract=TEE systems provide normal world and secure world. It is impossible to gain access to the secure world directly from the normal world. However, vulnerabilities in the secure world can cause attacks to compromise the secure world. In this study, we investigate the security features applied to trusted applications (TA) in OP-TEE and clarify the lack of protection against stack buffer overflow in TA command calls. We also propose a method for preventing attacks that exploit stack buffer overflows in TA command calls. In addition, the experimental results show that attacks on the vulnerable TAs can be prevented with the proposed method and the overhead can be evaluated.
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en-aut-name=ShibaKaito
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ORCID=
en-aut-name=KuzunoHiroki
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ORCID=
en-aut-name=YamauchiToshihiro
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affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
kn-affil=
affil-num=2
en-affil=Graduate School of Engineering, Kobe University
kn-affil=
affil-num=3
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Trusted execution environment
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start-page=161
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en-title=
kn-title=Evaluation of Effectiveness of MAC Systems Based on LSM for Protecting IoT Devices
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Numerous active attacks targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices exist. They exploit the latest vulnerabilities discovered in IoT devices. Therefore, Mandatory Access Control (MAC) systems based on Linux Security Modules (LSM), such as SELinux and AppArmor, are effective security features for IoT devices because they can mitigate the impact of attacks even if software vulnerabilities are discovered. However, they are not adopted by most IoT devices. The existing approaches are insufficient for investigating the causes of this problem.In this study, we comprehensively investigated what factors can affect the applicability of MAC systems based on LSM in IoT devices. We focused on how frequently cases can occur where they cannot be adopted, owing to each factor. To increase the comprehensiveness of the factors affecting the adoption of MAC systems in IoT devices, we investigated the kernel version, CPU architecture, and support for BusyBox in addition to the investigation of resources, which conducted in previous studies. We also conducted simulated experiments based on the attack method of Mirai to investigate whether MAC systems can protect against IoT malware. Finally, we discuss the impact of a combination of these factors on MAC system adoption.
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ORCID=
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ORCID=
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ORCID=
affil-num=1
en-affil=Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Mandatory Access Control System
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no-issue=
article-no=
start-page=236
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2023
dt-pub=20230623
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en-title=
kn-title=Non Real-Time Data Transmission Performance Analysis of PROFINET for Assuring Data Transmission Quality
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=The industrial Ethernet PROFINET supports three different data transmission modes: isochronous real-time (IRT), real-time (RT), and non real-time (NRT) transmitting data requiring hard, soft, and no real-time performances, respectively. The data transmission latency in the NRT increased with the amount of data transmission in the IRT, RT, and NRT. Therefore, the quality of data transmission in NRT may degrade as the amount of data transmission in IRT, RT, and NRT increases. In this study, we derived the average data transmission latency in an NRT with data transmission in IRT and RT by applying stochastic processes. This allowed us to maintain the quality of data transmission in the NRT by adjusting the number of devices connected to the network and the number of applications transmitting data in the NRT so that the average latency of data in the NRT does not exceed a certain value.
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kn-copyright=
en-aut-name=NorimatsuTakashi
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en-aut-name=YamauchiToshihiro
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
en-affil=Faculty of Environmental, Life, Natural Science and Technology, Okayama University
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en-keyword=Industrial Ethernet
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start-page=267
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dt-accepted=
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en-title=
kn-title=Supporting Multiple OS Types on Estimation of System Call Hook Point by Virtual Machine Monitor
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Methods to hook system calls issued by a guest operating system (OS) running on a virtual machine using a virtual machine monitor are proposed. The address of the hook point is derived from the guest OS’s source code and established prior to the kernel startup process. Due to changes in system call processing in OS updates and address space layout randomization, the addresses of these hook points cannot always be pre-determined before the kernel startup process. To address this challenge, a method for estimating the system call hook point is proposed in Linux by analyzing the guest OS memory on x86-64 CPUs rather than pre-calculation. Although the method supports Linux, the method can be extended to support other OS types. In this paper, we propose a method to extend the method to support additional OSes. Specifically, we present analysis results and a novel method for estimating hook points on FreeBSD, NetBSD, and OpenBSD. The effectiveness of our proposed method is also demonstrated through evaluation.
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kn-copyright=
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aut-affil-num=1
ORCID=
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en-aut-name=YamauchiToshihiro
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
en-affil=Okayama University
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affil-num=4
en-affil=Okayama University
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en-title=
kn-title=Investigation Towards Detecting Landing Websites for?Fake Japanese Shopping Websites
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=Recently, the number of victims of fake shopping websites that imitate legitimate ones to defraud people has been increasing. It has been shown that fake shopping websites use legitimate defaced landing websites as their leading paths. Therefore, if the detection of landing websites for fake shopping websites can be achieved, it can assist in addressing these websites and reduce the opportunities for users to be redirected to fake shopping websites. In this study, we collect and investigate existing landing websites that redirect users to fake Japanese shopping websites and identify effective features for detecting them. We identified effective search terms for collecting landing websites for fake Japanese shopping websites and found that using Google searches with queries of top-level domain and product names was effective. We also investigated the conditions for activating analytical evasion functions in the collected landing websites for fake Japanese shopping websites and clarified the differences in search results between crawlers and users.
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ORCID=
en-aut-name=KobayashiSatoru
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affil-num=1
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affil-num=2
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affil-num=3
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250624
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kn-subject=
en-title=
kn-title=Managing Persistent Pupillary Membranes With Surgery or Medication: A Report of Three Cases
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kn-subtitle=
en-abstract=
kn-abstract=The persistent pupillary membrane, as a congenital anomaly, is a remnant of a network of feeding blood vessels for the lens of the eye, called tunica vasculosa lentis. This study reports three patients with persistent pupillary membrane in both eyes who presented in different situations and were managed differently to achieve better vision. The first child (Case 1) who had been seen initially at the age of two years complained of severe photophobia even though he had good visual acuity, and hence, he and his family chose surgical resection of the pupillary membrane in both eyes at the age of six years just before the admission to an elementary school. He did not develop any surgical complications, such as cataract and glaucoma, and maintained the visual acuity in decimals of 1.2 in both eyes at the age of 17 years.
The second child (Case 2), who was seen first at the age of one month, had persistent pupillary membranes in both eyes, together with Peters' anomaly in the left eye. The iris process adhesion to the corneal inner surface was visualized later by optical coherence tomography. She wore full-correction glasses and obtained the visual acuity of 0.7 in the right eye, so she had no problem studying at an elementary school. She used topical 1% atropine once a week in both eyes to maintain pupillary dilation and also used 0.5% timolol and 1% brinzolamide as pressure-lowering eye drops in the left eye with Peters' anomaly.
The third patient (Case 3) with persistent pupillary membranes in both eyes complained of vision problems for the first time at the age of 49 years when she developed cataract. Surgical resection of the pupillary membrane was done in the initial phase of cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation in both eyes. At surgical resection of the pupillary membrane, a safe and efficient way was to cut the root of the pupillary membrane on the iris surface with scissors, and then the isolated tissues of the pupillary membrane were pulled out with forceps from the side port at the corneal limbus. Pathological examinations of the excised tissues showed blood vessels with red blood cells in the lumen. In such a rare congenital disease as the persistent pupillary membrane, a case-based approach to choose a better option in different conditions from individual to individual is still required to have a better vision in learning at school and in daily working life.
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en-aut-name=MatsuoToshihiko
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en-affil=Department of Pathology, Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Okayama University
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dt-revised=
dt-accepted=
dt-pub-year=2025
dt-pub=20250610
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en-title=
kn-title=Whole-Eye Radiation for the Local Control of Choroidal Lymphoma in Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma: A 14-Year Case Study
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kn-abstract=Involved-site radiation therapy is effective for curative and palliative treatments of cancers, including lymphoma. This case study describes the use of whole-eye radiation for primary intraocular lymphoma occurring during primary central nervous system lymphoma. The patient, a 68-year-old man, developed personality changes and apathy two weeks after cataract surgery combined with vitrectomy for vitreous opacity in the left eye. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a mass lesion in the left frontal lobe, and biopsy by craniotomy confirmed diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. He underwent chemotherapy using rituximab combined with high-dose methotrexate and high-dose cytarabine in association with intrathecal methotrexate and cytarabine injections, leading to complete remission. At age 75, he noticed forgetfulness, and fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed a relapse of lymphoma in the splenium of the corpus callosum. He underwent chemotherapy using rituximab combined with high-dose methotrexate, followed by monthly rituximab monotherapy for one year and then rituximab monotherapy every two months for one year. He maintained complete remission with no treatment until age 78, when he developed subretinal choroidal lesions in the left eye and underwent whole-eye radiation at 40 Gy. One year later, he developed subretinal choroidal lesions in the right eye and underwent whole-eye radiation at 40 Gy. At age 81, he had lower limb weakness with disorientation. Magnetic resonance imaging showed a relapse of lymphoma in the right frontal to temporal lobe. The brain lesions showed a marked response to four weeks of oral tirabrutinib as a salvage therapy, but the lesions regrew, and the patient died seven months later. Throughout the treatment, he maintained a visual acuity of 0.7 (decimal scale) in both eyes. In conclusion, whole-eye radiation should be considered as a treatment option for the local control of active intraocular lymphoma, especially choroidal lesions, for patients with primary central nervous system lymphoma with no active brain lesions and without systemic treatment.
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kn-title=Nephronophthisis and Retinitis Pigmentosa (Senior-Loken Syndrome) After Living-Donor Kidney Transplantation: Twelve-Year Follow-Up in a Young Woman
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kn-abstract=Senior-Loken syndrome is a hereditary ciliopathy with recessive trait that manifests as nephronophthisis and retinitis pigmentosa. This report described an 18-year-old woman who was referred to a University Hospital to set up a treatment plan for chronic renal failure of an unknown cause. She had experienced nocturnal polyurea from the age of 12 years and was found to have an elevated level of serum creatinine at 3 mg/dL at the age of 15 years. She underwent renal biopsy at a hometown regional hospital which showed global glomerulosclerosis in six of the 13 glomeruli examined, renal tubular dilation in irregular shape, and marked interstitial fibrosis with lymphocytic infiltration. At the age of 19 years, she received a living-donor kidney transplant from her 46-year-old father as a preemptive therapy. At surgery, biopsy of the father’s donor kidney showed two glomeruli with global sclerosis out of 24 glomeruli examined, in association with minimal interstitial fibrosis and lymphocytic infiltration. She began to have extended-release tacrolimus 4 mg daily and mycophenolate mofetil 1,000 mg daily. According to the standard protocol, she underwent biopsy of the transplanted donor kidney to reveal interstitial fibrosis and lymphocytic infiltration, in addition to no sign of rejection and no glomerular deposition of immunoglobulins and complements, both 4 weeks and 14 months after the kidney transplantation. At the age of 23 years, 4 years after the kidney transplantation, she was, for the first time, diagnosed retinitis pigmentosa, and hence, Senior-Loken syndrome. She was followed up in the stable condition with basal doses of tacrolimus 5 mg daily, mycophenolate mofetil 1,000 mg daily, and prednisolone 5 mg daily up until now in 12 years after the kidney transplantation. The interstitial fibrosis with lymphocytic infiltration in the donor kidney might be a milder presentation of the disease with recessive inheritance.
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kn-title=Detailed Ophthalmic and Pathological Features of Choroidal Metastasis From Breast Cancer: A Case Series of Five Patients
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kn-abstract=Breast cancer causes choroidal metastases on rare occasions. This study presented the eye manifestations of choroidal metastases from breast cancer and their response to treatments in detail as well as their pathological correlation in five patients. The patients' age at the diagnosis of breast cancer ranged from 24 to 69 years (median: 37 years). The time from the diagnosis of breast cancer to the detection of metastases was concurrent in one patient, two years later in three patients, and six years later in the other patient. The time from the detection of systemic metastases to the detection of choroidal metastases was the same in one patient, while it ranged from one to seven years later in four patients. Choroidal metastases were in the unilateral eye of four patients, whereas they were in both eyes of one patient. Choroidal metastases manifested as one or a few nodular or flat choroidal lesions with serous retinal detachment. As for the treatment of choroidal metastases, enucleation of the right eye was chosen based on the patient's wish as well as the family's wish in the earliest patient when cancer notification was not the norm in Japan. In the other four patients, whole-eye radiation was performed to reduce the choroidal metastatic lesions. As regards the prognosis, which was available in four patients, three patients died within one year from the diagnosis of choroidal metastases, while one patient died one year and eight months later. Regarding the pathology of breast cancer, which was available in four patients, immunostaining of the preserved enucleated eye in the earliest patient revealed that breast cancer cells in the choroidal metastatic lesion were positive for estrogen receptor and negative for progesterone receptor and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2). Invasive ductal carcinoma in two patients was positive for estrogen receptor and negative for HER2, while invasive ductal carcinoma in the other patient was triple-negative for estrogen receptor, progesterone receptor, and HER2 with a high Ki-67 index. In conclusion, the prognosis for life was poor in patients with breast cancer who developed choroidal metastases. Choroidal metastatic lesions showed a response to whole-eye radiation to improve the quality of vision at the end of life. Vision-related symptoms should be monitored in the course of chemotherapy for systemic metastases.
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kn-title=Sulphur‐Acquisition Pathways for Cysteine Synthesis Confer a Fitness Advantage to Bacteria in Plant Extracts
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kn-abstract=Bacteria and plants are closely associated with human society, in fields such as agriculture, public health, the food industry, and waste disposal. Bacteria have evolved nutrient-utilisation systems adapted to achieve the most efficient growth in their major habitats. However, empirical evidence to support the significance of bacterial nutrient utilisation in adaptation to plants is limited. Therefore, we investigated the genetic and nutritional factors required for bacterial growth in plant extracts by screening an Escherichia coli gene-knockout library in vegetable-based medium. Mutants lacking genes involved in sulphur assimilation, whereby sulphur is transferred from sulphate to cysteine, exhibited negligible growth in vegetable-based medium or plant extracts, owing to the low cysteine levels. The reverse transsulphuration pathway from methionine, another pathway for donating sulphur to cysteine, occurring in bacteria such as Bacillus subtilis, also played an important role in growth in plant extracts. These two sulphur-assimilation pathways were more frequently observed in plant-associated than in animal-associated bacteria. Sulphur-acquisition pathways for cysteine synthesis thus play a key role in bacterial growth in plant-derived environments such as plant residues and plant exudates.
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kn-title=International Consensus Histopathological Criteria for Subtyping Idiopathic Multicentric Castleman Disease Based on Machine Learning Analysis
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kn-abstract=Idiopathic multicentric Castleman disease (iMCD) is a rare lymphoproliferative disorder classified into three recognized clinical subtypes?idiopathic plasmacytic lymphadenopathy (IPL), TAFRO, and NOS. Although clinical criteria are available for subtyping, diagnostically challenging cases with overlapping histopathological features highlight the need for an improved classification system integrating clinical and histopathological findings. We aimed to develop an objective histopathological subtyping system for iMCD that closely correlates with the clinical subtypes. Excisional lymph node specimens from 94 Japanese iMCD patients (54 IPL, 28 TAFRO, 12 NOS) were analyzed for five key histopathological parameters: germinal center (GC) status, plasmacytosis, vascularity, hemosiderin deposition, and “whirlpool” vessel formation in GC. Using hierarchical clustering, we visualized subgroups and developed a machine learning-based decision tree to differentiate the clinical subtypes and validated it in an external cohort of 12 patients with iMCD. Hierarchical cluster analysis separated the IPL and TAFRO cases into mutually exclusive clusters, whereas the NOS cases were interspersed between them. Decision tree modeling identified plasmacytosis, vascularity, and whirlpool vessel formation as key features distinguishing IPL from TAFRO, achieving 91% and 92% accuracy in the training and test sets, respectively. External validation correctly classified all IPL and TAFRO cases, confirming the reproducibility of the system. Our histopathological classification system closely aligns with the clinical subtypes, offering a more precise approach to iMCD subtyping. It may enhance diagnostic accuracy, guide clinical decision-making for predicting treatment response in challenging cases, and improve patient selection for future research. Further validation of its versatility and clinical utility is required.
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en-aut-name=NishimuraMidori Filiz
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affil-num=13
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affil-num=15
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kn-title=Metatranscriptomic Sequencing of Sheath Blight-Associated Isolates of Rhizoctonia solani Revealed Multi-Infection by Diverse Groups of RNA Viruses
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kn-abstract=Rice sheath blight, caused by the soil-borne fungus Rhizoctonia solani (teleomorph: Thanatephorus cucumeris, Basidiomycota), is one of the most devastating phytopathogenic fungal diseases and causes yield loss. Here, we report on a very high prevalence (100%) of potential virus-associated double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) elements for a collection of 39 fungal strains of R. solani from the rice sheath blight samples from at least four major rice-growing areas in the Philippines and a reference isolate from the International Rice Research Institute, showing different colony phenotypes. Their dsRNA profiles suggested the presence of multiple viral infections among these Philippine R. solani populations. Using next-generation sequencing, the viral sequences of the three representative R. solani strains (Ilo-Rs-6, Tar-Rs-3, and Tar-Rs-5) from different rice-growing areas revealed the presence of at least 36 viruses or virus-like agents, with the Tar-Rs-3 strain harboring the largest number of viruses (at least 20 in total). These mycoviruses or their candidates are believed to have single-stranded RNA or dsRNA genomes and they belong to or are associated with the orders Martellivirales, Hepelivirales, Durnavirales, Cryppavirales, Ourlivirales, and Ghabrivirales based on their coding-complete RNA-dependent RNA polymerase sequences. The complete genome sequences of two novel RNA viruses belonging to the proposed family Phlegiviridae and family Mitoviridae were determined.
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en-aut-name=UrzoMichael Louie R.
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en-aut-name=YanoriaMary Jeanie T.
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en-affil=Fit-for-Future Genetic Resources Unit, Rice Breeding Innovations Department, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), University of the Philippines Los Ba?os
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en-affil=Institute of Weed Science, Entomology, and Plant Pathology, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Ba?os
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en-affil=Traits for Challenged Environments Unit, Rice Breeding Innovations Department, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), University of the Philippines Los Ba?os
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en-affil=Traits for Challenged Environments Unit, Rice Breeding Innovations Department, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), University of the Philippines Los Ba?os
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affil-num=8
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kn-title=Effects of Sampling Frequency on Human Activity Recognition with Machine Learning Aiming at Clinical Applications
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kn-abstract=Human activity recognition using wearable accelerometer data can be a useful digital biomarker for severity assessment and the diagnosis of diseases, where the relationship between onset and patient activity is crucial. For long-term monitoring in clinical settings, the volume of data collected over time should be minimized to reduce power consumption, computational load, and communication volume. This study aimed to determine the lowest sampling frequency that maintains recognition accuracy for each activity. Thirty healthy participants wore nine-axis accelerometer sensors at five body locations and performed nine activities. Machine-learning-based activity recognition was conducted using data sampled at 100, 50, 25, 20, 10, and 1 Hz. Data from the non-dominant wrist and chest, which have previously shown high recognition accuracy, were used. Reducing the sampling frequency to 10 Hz did not significantly affect the recognition accuracy for either location. However, lowering the frequency to 1 Hz decreases the accuracy of many activities, particularly brushing teeth. Using data with a 10 Hz sampling frequency can maintain recognition accuracy while decreasing data volume, enabling long-term patient monitoring and device miniaturization for clinical applications.
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en-aut-name=YamaneTakahiro
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kn-title=Outcomes of allogeneic SCT versus tisagenlecleucel in patients with R/R LBCL and poor prognostic factors
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kn-abstract=This study investigated the efficacy of tisagenlecleucel (tisa-cel) and allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (allo-SCT) for patients with relapsed and/or refractory (r/r) large B-cell lymphoma (LBCL) with poor prognostic factors, defined as performance status (PS)???2, multiple extranodal lesions (EN), chemorefractory disease, or higher lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). Overall, the allo-SCT group demonstrated worse progression-free survival (PFS), higher non-relapse mortality, and a similar relapse/progression rate. Notably, the tisa-cel group showed better PFS than the allo-SCT group among patients with chemorefractory disease (3.2 vs. 2.0 months, p?=?0.092) or higher LDH (4.0 vs. 2.0 months, p =?0.018), whereas PFS in the two cellular therapy groups was similar among those with PS???2 or multiple EN. Survival time after relapse post-cellular therapy in patients with poor prognostic factors was 1.6 with allo-SCT and 4.6 months with tisa-cel. These findings were confirmed in a propensity score matching cohort. In conclusion, tisa-cel resulted in better survival than allo-SCT in patients with poor prognostic factors. However, patients who relapsed post-cellular therapy had dismal outcomes regardless of therapy. Further strategies are warranted to improve outcomes in these patients.
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en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital, Okayama University
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en-affil=Department of Hematology and Oncology, Okayama University Hospital, Okayama University
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kn-title=Two Cases of Autosomal Recessive Spinocerebellar Ataxia-8 Showing Two Novel Variants of SYNE1 in Japanese Families
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kn-abstract=Autosomal recessive spinocerebellar ataxia-8 (SCAR8) is a neurodegenerative disorder caused by the biallelic pathogenic variants of SYNE1. It is characterized by slowly progressive cerebellar ataxia and atrophy. We identified two SCAR8 families using exome analyses and two novel variants, c.2127delG (p.Met709Ilefs) and c.15943G>T (p.Gly5315*), in SYNE1 (NM_182961.4). Pathogenic variants of SYNE1 cause various symptoms, including cerebellar ataxia, pyramidal tract disorders, and joint disorders, and the pathogenic variants discovered in this study were located in a region prone to cerebellar ataxia.
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kn-title=Stability and water solubility of calcium ferrite-type aluminum-rich phase: implications for deep water cycle caused by subducting basaltic crusts
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kn-abstract=The subducting crustal materials serve as a crucial channel for transporting water to the lower mantle. Recent experimental studies suggest that crustal materials such as basaltic crust can be a main water carrier and reservoir playing an important role on water cycling in the lower mantle. Despite being a primary mineral in crustal materials, the water solubility of calcium ferrite-type (CF) phase and its stability are unclear yet. A recent phase relation study of hydrous basalts showed Na-depletion in lower-mantle minerals, suggesting the presence of fluid possibly with high Na concentration and the absence of CF phase along the low-temperature slab geotherms, where Al-rich hydrous phase H and ferropericlase appear instead. These phases could consequently produce Na-depleted CF phase when reaching the dehydration temperature of Al-rich hydrous phase H. In this study, we investigated the stability and water solubility of CF-type MgAl2O4, which is a main CF component in a hydrous basalt, in water-bearing systems at 26?32 GPa and 1200?1900 °C using a Kawai-type multi-anvil press. Our results indicate that the stability of the CF phase is strongly influenced by water content in the system. Water contents of recovered CF phases estimated by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy show a limited variation between 73 and 87 ppm wt at a pressure of 26 GPa and temperatures of 1500?1900 °C. We suggest that CF phase could not be a primary water carrier at lower mantle depths. This emphasizes contributions of hydrous aluminous silica minerals to Earth’s deep water cycling and heterogeneous structures in the lower mantle due to the strong water partitioning to this phase compared with other constituent minerals.
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en-aut-name=ZhangXinyue
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kn-title=In-frame deletion variant of ABCD1 in a sporadic case of adrenoleukodystrophy
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kn-abstract=Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), an X-linked leukodystrophy caused by pathogenic variants in ABCD1, exhibits a broad range of phenotypes from childhood-onset cerebral forms to adult-onset adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN). We report a rare in-frame ABCD1 deletion c.1469_71delTGG (p.Val490del) in a man with AMN. Although this variant has been interpreted as ‘uncertain significance’ in ClinVar, biochemical analysis along with clinical evaluation confirmed the pathogenicity of this variant, underscoring the importance of functional assessment of in-frame deletions.
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kn-abstract=Intra-sexual selection has been observed across a wide range of species. Male-male combat can not only determine the winner and loser but also affect subsequent reproductive success. The effects of combat outcomes on reproduction are thought to depend on the reproductive ecology of the target species. However, to our knowledge, studies examining the impact of combat outcomes on sperm competition and fitness remain limited. In the giant mealworm (Zophobas atratus), male’s combat involves biting each other's hind legs. Females mated to the losers of leg-biting contests had significantly fewer eggs and fewer offspring than females mated to males that were not in a contest. Possible explanations for this fitness reduction include the inability of males to transfer sperm effectively due to the combat outcome or the inability of their sperm to fertilize eggs due to female cryptic sperm choice, and the mechanisms underlying this reduction remain unclear. Previous studies have observed distorted mating postures in losing males, leading us to hypothesize that leg-biting during combat might affect sperm transfer. To test this, we allowed uncontested males, winners, losers, and males with a draw outcome to mate with females and compared the number of sperm within the female’s spermatheca. Additionally, we examined the correlation between combat duration and sperm count. Results showed that losers and males with draw transferred fewer sperm than non-combat males. Moreover, the longer the combat duration, the fewer sperm males were able to transfer. These findings suggest that the reduction in sperm transferred was affected by both losing in combat and prolonged combat duration in leg-biting encounters.
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kn-abstract=In Staphylococcus aureus, a gram-positive pathogen, vancomycin-resistant strains become susceptible to β-lactam antibiotics, referred to as the “seesaw effect.” However, in gram-negative bacteria, the phenomenon is less clear. Here, we analyzed the gene-knockout effects of eight lytic transglycosylases (slt, mltA, mltB, mltC, mltD, mltE, mltF, mltG) on antibiotic sensitivity in Escherichia coli. Knockout of both slt and mltG increased sensitivity to β-lactam antibiotics and reduced sensitivity to vancomycin. The β-lactam antibiotic sensitivity and vancomycin resistance of the slt-knockout mutant were abolished by the introduction of the wild-type slt gene but remained unchanged by the introduction of the mutant slt gene encoding an amino acid substitution variant of the transglycosylase catalytic centre. The double-knockout strain for slt and mltB was more sensitive to ampicillin and more resistant to vancomycin than each single-knockout strain. The double-knockout strain for slt and mltG was more sensitive to ampicillin and more resistant to vancomycin than each single-knockout strain. These results suggest that loss of lytic transglycosylase activity causes β-lactam antibiotic sensitivity and vancomycin resistance in E. coli.
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kn-abstract=Photosynthetic organisms exhibit remarkable diversity in their light-harvesting complexes (LHCs). LHCs are associated with photosystem I (PSI), forming a PSI-LHCI supercomplex. The number of LHCI subunits, along with their protein sequences and pigment compositions, has been found to differ greatly among the PSI-LHCI structures. However, the mechanisms by which LHCIs recognize their specific binding sites within the PSI core remain unclear. In this study, we determined the cryo-electron microscopy structure of a PSI supercomplex incorporating fucoxanthin chlorophyll a/c-binding proteins (FCPs), designated as PSI-FCPI, isolated from the diatom Thalassiosira pseudonana CCMP1335. Structural analysis of PSI-FCPI revealed five FCPI subunits associated with a PSI monomer; these subunits were identified as RedCAP, Lhcr3, Lhcq10, Lhcf10, and Lhcq8. Through structural and sequence analyses, we identified specific protein?protein interactions at the interfaces between FCPI and PSI subunits, as well as among FCPI subunits themselves. Comparative structural analyses of PSI-FCPI supercomplexes, combined with phylogenetic analysis of FCPs from T. pseudonana and the diatom Chaetoceros gracilis, underscore the evolutionary conservation of protein motifs crucial for the selective binding of individual FCPI subunits. These findings provide significant insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying the assembly and selective binding of FCPIs in diatoms.
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