Clinicopathological and molecular analysis of multinodular and vacuolating neuronal tumors of the cerebrum

Choi, Euno,Kim, Seonk-Ik,Won, Jae-Kyung,Chung, Chun Kee,Kim, Seung Ki,Choi, Seung-Hong,Choi, Seongmin,Han, Bome,Ahn, Bokyung,Im, Sun-Wha,Park, Sung-Hye Elsevier 2019 Human pathology Vol.86 No.-

<P><B>Summary</B></P> <P>Multinodular and vacuolating neuronal tumor (MVNT) of the cerebrum is a recently recognized rare neuronal tumor, and its pathogenesis is unclear. We analyzed 7 cases of histologically typical MVNT: 6 were adults (mean age, 43.0 years [range, 23-56 years]) and 1 was a child (age, 10 years). The most common symptoms were seizures (n = 4) and headache (n = 2). The tumors were supratentorial (temporal, 5; frontal lobes, 2) in origin as reported. Vacuolated tumor cells were robustly positive for α-INA and Olig2 and at least partly positive for synaptophysin and MAP2, but negative for Neu-N, nestin and CD34. GFAP and vimentin were expressed in reactive astrocytes but not in tumor cells. Negative results were obtained for p53, IDH-1, BRAF<SUP>V600E</SUP>, H3 K27M, EGFR, Lin28A, and L1CAM. ATRX, BRG1, INI-1, and TMHH were retained. The Ki-67 labeling index was very low (<1%), and pHH3 revealed no mitotic figure. Ultrastructural features of tumor cells were comparable with those of immature neuronal cells, with several intracytoplasmic myelin-like autophagosomes and pericellular vacuolization. No <I>IDH1</I>/<I>IDH2</I> and <I>BRAF</I> <SUP> <I>V600E</I> </SUP> mutations were found upon direct sequencing. Whole-exome sequencing revealed <I>FGFR2</I>-<I>ZMYND11</I> gene fusion in 1 case. After gross total resection, all patients were alive without seizures. There was no tumor recurrence during an average period of 68 months (range, 23-101 months). The analysis of 7 typical cases of MVNT suggested that these lesions may be clonal tumors because <I>FGFR2</I>-<I>ZMYND11</I> fusion was found (1 case).</P> <P><B>Highlights</B></P> <P> <UL> <LI> “MVNT” of the cerebrum is a recently recognized rare epileptogenic neuronal tumor. </LI> <LI> Whole-exome sequencing revealed <I>FGFR2</I>-<I>ZMYND11</I> gene fusion in one of our MVNT cases. </LI> <LI> The tumor cell is robustly positive for α-INA and Olig2, but negative for Neu-N. </LI> <LI> Ultrastructurally, tumor cells have autophagolysosomes with pericellular vacuolization. </LI> <LI> There was no tumor recurrence during an average period of 68 months. </LI> </UL> </P>

김치에서 분리한 Lactobacillus sp. JC-7과 Lactobacillus acidophilus 88간의 Electrofusion 최적조건 설정

조영배,최현정,백형석,전홍기 부산대학교 유전공학연구소 1997 분자생물학 연구보 Vol.13 No.-

김치 발효 숙성기간을 연장하고 신선도를 오랫동안 유지 할 수 있는 김치발효 starter의 개발을 목적으로 최적숙성기에 있는 김치로부터 bacteriocin생성능이 없는 유산균을 분리하여 동정하였으며, bacteriocin생성능이 우수한 L.acidophilus 88을 융합시키기 위해 electrofusion에 대한 최적 조건을 검토하였다. 분리균주는 Lactobacillus속으로 동정되어 Lactobacillus sp. JC-7이라 명명하였다. Electrofusion에 의해 생성된 융합주를 식별하기 위해 streptomycin(2.5㎎/ml)에 내성을 나타내는 Lactobacillus sp. JC-7변이주와 kanamycin(600㎍/ml)에 내성을 나타내는 L.acidophilus 88변이주를 분리하였다. Electrofusion을 100V/㎝, 120msec(72ohms,1670 capacitance) 에서 수행했을 때 융합효율이 가장 양호하였으며 전기장의 세기와 시간이 중가할수록 융합 효율이 현저히 감소하였다. 2가 양이온은 농도가 중가할수록 대체적으로 융합효율을 감소시키는 경향을 나타내었으나 1mM MGCl_2에서는 대조군에 비해 융합효율이 약간 증가하였다. PEG매개에 의한 융합법의 융합효율을 비교한 결과, 융합효율은 chemical fusion<electrofusion<electrofusion+20% PEG순을 나타내었다. Evaluation of Optimum Conditions for the Electrofusion between Lactobacillus sp. JC-7 Isolated from Kimchi and Lactobacillus acidophilus 88. Young-Bae Jo, Hyun-Jung Choi, Hyung-Suk Baik and Hong-Ki Jun*. Department of Microbiology, Pusan National University, Pusan 609-735,Korea-A lactic acid bacterium was isolated from kimchi. The isolated strain was identified as the genus Lactobacillus thrugh its morphological characteristics and named as Lactobacillus sp. JC-7. The optimum conditions for the electrofusion between streptomycin(2.5㎎/ml)resistant mutant of Lactobacillus acidophilus 88 and kanamycin(600㎍/ml) resistant mutant Lactobacillus sp. JC-7 were evaluated. The highest number of fusants were obtained at a capacitance value of 120msec(1670㎌), a field strength of 100V/㎝,and a pulse controller setting of 72Ω. The potimum pH of elecroporation buffer was 7.5 and the concentration of divalent cation was 1mM MG^2+. Electrofusants were efficiently obtained by addition 20% polyethylene glycol to electroporation buffer. The yield of fusion was better than that of using polyethylene glycol mediated chemical induction.

농촌지역 노인들의 우울증상에 관련된 요인들의 특성

송미숙,전기홍,송현종,김정은,박승구,신상건,이동훈,정성현,최연주,최완철,최민규,황재철,홍지만 아주대학교 1997 아주의학 Vol.2 No.2

This study was performed to identify risk factors for depression among the elderly in a rural area. A survey was done for the elderly living in Gosam-myenn, Ansung-kun during the period of July 28, 1997 and July 30, 1997. Demographic and sodoeconornic characteristics, and functional and health Status were assessed using a structured questionnaire, and the level of depression was measured by GDS score. The data obtained were analyzed by frequencies, percentage, t-test, ANOVA, and multiple regression, and the results were as follows: 1. The total sample consisted of 133 elderly. Of them, 47 elderly (35.4%) showed significant depressive Symptoms. 2. The GDS score was the highest for the group over 85 years of age (p < 0.05). Those living alone or widowed showed lower GDS score than those living with someone or married (p < 0.05). 3. The GDS score was the highest in the absolutely dependent group, followed by the partially dependent group, and the independent group (p < 0.01). The elderly who perceived their health Status as excellent showed the lowest GDS score. In contrast, those who had more than five chronic diseases showed the highest GDS score. 4. The elderly receiving financial and emotional support from their family or friends showed lower GDS score compared to those without any support. 5. The economically dependent group showed higher GDS score than that of independent group. 6. The elderly who involved in leisure activities showed lower GDS score than those without any involvement. 7. In terms of risk factors for depression, we found that perceived health Status, subjective economic Status, leisure activities, living arrangement and financial support were inversely associated with GDS score, whereas labor support was positively associated with GDS score. Based upon the above findings, this study suggests that these risk factors for depression in the elderly should be taken into consideration for a comprehensive mental health program for the elderly living in the rural area.

광선각화증, 보웬병, 편평상피세포암에서 Ki-67, Cyclin A, p53, p16의 발현 양상

이효진 ( Hyo Jin Lee ),신동훈 ( Dong Hoon Shin ),최종수 ( Jong Soo Choi ),김기홍 ( Ki Hong Kim ) 대한피부과학회 2012 대한피부과학회지 Vol.50 No.4

Background: Actinic keratosis (AK) and bowen`s disease (BD) are pre-cancerous diseases, and are regarded as an early squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). AK and BD can be progressed into SCC. In this process, tumor suppressor and cell proliferative proteins may play important roles. Objective: To investigate the differences of expression patterns of the immunohistochemical (IHC) staining and useful markers for differential diagnosis in AK, BD and SCC. Methods: Biopsy had proven 17 cases of AK, 20 cases of BD and 17 cases of SCC, which were all selected. IHC staining for Ki-67 and cyclin-A, as cell proliferative markers, p53 and p16 as tumor suppressor markers, were performed. Labeling index (LI) and distribution pattern of IHC expressions were measured. Results: LI of Ki-67 in AK, BD and SCC were 30.6%, 60.2% and 54.8%, respectively. LI of cyclin-A in AK, BD and SCC were 9.2%, 24.4% and 24.1%, respectively. LI of p53 in AK, BD and SCC were 20.7%, 37.9%, and 39.9%, respectively. LI of p16 in AK, BD and SCC were 10.6%, 38.3% and 39.9%, respectively. Lower 1/3 was the most frequent distribution pattern in AK in all IHC stains, full thickness lower 2/3 were the most frequent distribution pattern in BD and SCC in all IHC stains. Conclusion: LI and distribution pattern of Ki-67, cyclin-A, and p16, as well as the distribution pattern of p53 may be useful markers to differentiate AK from BD and SCC. Higher degree and full-thickness distribution pattern IHC expressions in all stains may be helpful in the diagnosis of BD, rather than AK. (Korean J Dermatol 2012;50(4):290∼298)

Expression of Wnt Target Genes in Solid Pseudopapillary Tumor of the Pancreas: A Pilot Study

Kang, Chang Moo,Kim, Hyun Ki,Kim, Hoguen,Choi, Gi Hong,Kim, Kyung Sik,Choi, Jin Sub,Lee, Woo Jung Lippincott Williams Wilkins, Inc. 2009 PANCREAS Vol.38 No.2

OBJECTIVES:: Solid pseudopapillary tumor (SPT) of the pancreas is very rare. This study was performed to analyze the expression of Wnt signal target genes (matrix metalloproteinase-7 [MMP-7], cyclin-D1, and c-myc) and Ki-67 in resected SPTs to determine their clinicopathologic characteristics according to their expression. METHODS:: From January 1995 to December 2005, 23 patients underwent pancreatic resections for SPT of the pancreas. Among 23 formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissues, 12 were evaluated as a pilot study. Immunohistochemistry was performed using various detection and antigen retrieval methods to detect MMP-7, cyclin-D1, c-myc, and Ki-67. The expression of Wnt target genes was correlated with clinicopathologic features of the patients. RESULTS:: Solid pseudopapillary tumors of the pancreas always showed cytoplasmic/nuclear accumulation of &bgr;-catenin, frequent expression of cyclin-D1, and low proliferation index. MMP-7, cyclin-D1, c-myc, and Ki-67 were not correlated with microscopic features suggesting malignant potential (P > 0.05). Tumor size was closely related to microscopic features of malignant potential and apparently has an inverse relationship with the expression of cyclin-D1 and Ki-67 (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS:: Low proliferative index and associated MMP-7 expression may cause an unpredictable clinical course in this tumor. Subtle changes in the intracellular environment, not pathologic (morphologic) changes, may elucidate the unpredictable clinical course of this tumor.

관동맥질환에서 저밀도 지단백 입자 크기의 분포

임효영,김인숙,승기배,강동헌,전두수,장기육,박준철,이수영,홍순조,최규보 대한순환기학회 1998 Korean Circulation Journal Vol.28 No.8

노인의 영적 간호요구

최미혜,김경희,김귀옥,김기숙,김수강,김정신,김춘숙,노흥진,박지연,성혜연,오명선,이선희,이원옥,이윤영,이현수,장명재,차혜경,채정선,홍상희 중앙대학교 의과대학 간호학과 간호과학연구소 2001 중앙간호논문집 Vol.5 No.1

This study was designed to exam the aged's needs for spiritual nursing care. The purpose was to serve as a basis for the development of spiritual nursing practice. The major findings are as follows : 1. The degree of needs for spiritual nursing care as area was that needs of love and relationship mean 22.0, needs of meaning and object mean 28.2, needs of forgiving mean 13.5. Total needs for spiritual nursing care mean 63.7, which was on the upper middle level. The needs of meaning and object was rated highest. 2. Among the general characteristics of the subjects, needs of love and relatiohship wasn't significanlty different. 3. Among the general characteristics of the subjects, needs of meaning and object was significantly different according to two factors : age(F=7.260, p=0.001), religion(F=5.275, p=0.001). Higher needs of meaning and object was possessed by the older than the younger, by the one who have religion than the other. 4. Among the general characteristics of the subjects, four factors made a significantly difference to needs of forgiving : sex(t=-2.851, p=0.006), age(F=8.201, p=0.001), religion(F=6.928, p=0.000), disease(t=2.327, p=0.024). Higher needs of forgiving was possessed by man than woman, by the older than the younger, by the one who have religion than the other, by the one who have disease than the other.

Substance P restores normal skin architecture and reduces epidermal infiltration of sensory nerve fiber in TNCB-induced atopic dermatitis-like lesions in NC/Nga mice

Choi, Hyeongwon,Kim, Dong-jin,Nam, Seungwoo,Lim, Sunki,Hwang, Jae-Sung,Park, Ki Sook,Hong, Hyun Sook,Won, Younsun,Shin, Min Kyung,Chung, Eunkyung,Son, Youngsook Elsevier 2018 JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGICAL SCIENCE Vol.89 No.3

<P><B>Abstract</B></P> <P><B>Background</B></P> <P>Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder characterized by intense pruritus and eczematous lesion. Substance P (SP) is an 11-amino-acid endogenous neuropeptide that belongs to the tachykinin family and several reports recently have supported the anti-inflammatory and tissue repairing roles of SP.</P> <P><B>Objective</B></P> <P>In this study, we investigated whether SP can improve AD symptoms, especially the impaired skin barrier function, in 2, 4, 6-trinitrochlorobenzene (TNCB)-induced chronic dermatitis of NC/Nga mice or not.</P> <P><B>Method</B></P> <P>AD-like dermatitis was induced in NC/Nga mice by repeated sensitization with TNCB for 5 weeks. The experimental group designations and topical treatments were as follows: vehicle group (AD-VE); SP group (AD-SP); and SP with NK1R antagonist CP99994 (AD-SP-A) group. Histological analysis was performed to evaluate epidermal differentiation, dermal integrity, and epidermal nerve innervation in AD-like lesions. The skin barrier functions and pruritus of NC/Nga mice were evaluated by measuring transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and scratching behavior, respectively.</P> <P><B>Result</B></P> <P>Topical SP treatment resulted in significant down-regulation of Ki67 and the abnormal-type keratins (K) K6, K16, and K17, restoration of filaggrin and claudin-1, marked reduction of TEWL, and restoration of basement membrane and dermal collagen deposition, even under continuous sensitization of low dose TNCB. In addition, SP significantly reduced innervation of itch-evoking nerve fibers, gelatinase activity and nerve growth factor (NGF) expression in the epidermis but upregulated semaphorin-3A (Sema3A) expression in the epidermis, along with reduced scratching behavior in TNCB-treated NC/Nga mice. All of these effects were completely reversed by co-treatment with the NK1R antagonist CP99994. In cultured human keratinocytes, SP treatment reduced expression of TGF-α, but upregulated TGF-β and Sema3A.</P> <P><B>Conclusion</B></P> <P>Topically administered SP can restore normal skin barrier function, reduce epidermal infiltration of itch-evoking nerve fibers in the AD-like skin lesions, and alleviate scratching behavior. Thus, SP may be proposed as a potential medication for chronic dermatitis and AD.</P> <P><B>Highlights</B></P> <P> <UL> <LI> Topical Substance P treatment reduced AD-like symptoms in TNCB-induced NC/Nga mice. </LI> <LI> Topical Substance P treatment reduced epidermal acanthosis and expressed normal keratin profiles in AD-like mice. </LI> <LI> Topical Substance P treatment regulated both small nerve attraction and repulsion factors in AD-like skin. </LI> <LI> Topical Substance P treatment recovered skin barrier function and reduced pruritus in AD-like mice. </LI> </UL> </P>

壓挫시킨 家兎 軟骨의 生存

최동원,송중원,한기환,강진성,정재홍 大韓成形外科學會 1990 Archives of Plastic Surgery Vol.17 No.2

The deviated nose regardless whether it is due to traumatic or congenital origin results in troublesome symptoms coming from airway obstruction. Numerous methods for straightening the severely deviated septum have been described by many authors but none is wholly satisfactory. A new method that the crooked septal cartilage is being flattened by crushing and reimplanting into the septal pocket is introduced. The authors are desirous of knowing about the fate of the crushed cartilage graft. Forty rabbits weighing 2 to 3 kg were divided into 2 groups, septal group and conchal group. The cartilages were obtained from the nasal septum and ear; these cartilages were placed under the paraspinal subcutaneous tissue. Prior to paraspinal iplantation the obtained cartilage was halved; one piece of cartilage being crushed by Cottle's cartilage crusher before its placement into the recipient site and the other was placed without crushing. The cartilage specimens were removed at 6 and 12 weeks postoperatively and these were examined by the naked eyes and light microscope. The results were as follows: 1. The fissures and cleavages of cartilage developed during crushing process are restored to normal by 6 weeks postoperatively. 2. All of the ujncrushed cartilages remained viable in the subcutaneous pockets. The crushed cartilages not only appeared viable but also induced a new cartilage formation beneath the perihondrium at 12 weeks postoperatively and the thickness being increased compaired to the cartilage before crushing. 3. Crushed cartilage remained flat at 12 weeks postoperatively. 4. The degree of strength of the crushed cartilage is increased due to new cartilage formation and fibrosis of perichondrium at 12 weeks postoperatively. These findings support the clinical impression that the crushed autogenous cartilage is viable and can be reshaped according to the contour of the recipient site.

폐모세포종 : 1례보고 A Case Report

최영호,서홍주,임영혁,김정중,박성강,이석기,임진수,김은규 조선대학교 2001 The Medical Journal of Chosun University Vol.26 No.2

Pulmonary blastoma is a very rare primary neoplasm of the lung. We experienced a case of pulmonary blastoma in a 40 years old man. The mediobasal segmentectomy of the right lower lobe was performed. The patient was discharge on the postoperative days 6. There is no evidence of recurrence or metastasis on followup study during 7 months period after operation.