Ideal timing for aggressive screening to detect developmental dysplasia of the hip in term and preterm infants

한원호 대한소아청소년과학회 2022 Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics (CEP) Vol.65 No.7

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A Comparison of Totally Laparoscopic Pylorus Preserving Gastrectomy and Laparoscopy-Assisted Pylorus Preserving Gastrectomy for Early Gastric Cancer

한원호,김영우,엄방울,윤홍만,류근원,김덕희 대한내시경복강경외과학회 2019 Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery Vol.22 No.3

Purpose: Pylorus-preserving gastrectomy (PPG) is known to have both nutritional and functional advantages over distal gastrectomy for the treatment of early gastric cancer. Although laparoscopic surgery is a popular choice, intracorporeal anastomosis is a newly developed technique that is gaining popularity. This study aimed to determine any differences in the oncological, surgical, and functional outcomes of intracorporeal and extracorporeal anastomosis after PPG. Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed on 90 patients for cT1N0 gastric cancer who underwent laparoscopic pylorus preserving gastrectomy from January 2015 to June 2017 at the OOO, Korea; 38 patients underwent intracorporeal (TLPPG) and 52 underwent extracorporeal (LAPPG) anastomosis. The postoperative oncological, surgical, and functional outcomes were compared between the two groups. In order to compare the outcomes in obese patients, the postoperative and functional outcomes in patients with a BMI of ≥25, and in those with abdominal wall thickness measuring ≥28 mm, were evaluated. Results: The TLPPG group showed a significantly reduced wound size (4 cm (3~4) vs 5 cm (5~6), p<0.001) and had fewer wound complaints than the LAPPG group (0.0% vs 15.4%, p=0.01). Postoperative complications were not significantly different between the two groups. In the BMI ≥25 subgroup, the first flatus time after operation was shorter in the TLPPG group (2.9±0.5 vs 3.5±0.8 days, p=0.04). Conclusion: The study demonstrates that both TLPPG and LAPPG are safe and feasible, and that there is a potential benefit for obese patients.

Recent Trends in Neonatal Mortality in Very Low Birth Weight Korean Infants: In Comparison with Japan and the USA

한원호,장지영,장윤실,심계식,배종우 대한의학회 2011 Journal of Korean medical science Vol.26 No.4

With regard to the outcome of intensive neonatal care, one of the most important concerns in neonatology is the mortality rate of very low birth weight infants (VLBWI; birth weight < 1,500 g) and extremely low birth weight infants (ELBWI; birth weight < 1,000 g). The present study was conducted to analyze and compare the mortality of VLBWI and ELBWI and neonatal care among Korean, Japanese, and American newborns. In Korea, the survival rates of VLBWI have increased significantly; they were 31.8% in the early 1960s,65.8% in the early 1990s, 77.5% in 2002, 84.7% in 2007, and 85.7% in 2009. The survival rates of ELBWI have also increased; they were 8.2% in the early 1960s, 37.4% in the early 1990s, 56.1% in 2002, 67.7% in 2007, and 71.8% in 2009. The survival rates of VLBWI and ELBWI have significantly improved over the past 50 yr in Korea. However, the Korean survival rates of VLBWI and ELBWI are still lower than for similar groups in Japan and the USA. To achieve better outcomes that reach the level of these countries, the organization of perinatal care centers, nationwide neonatal perinatal research networks,and regionalization are needed in Korea.

침습적 및 비침습적 감염 환자에서 분리된 A군 연구균의 T 혈청형과 emm 유전자형의 비교 연구

한원호,김세진,고한석,정사준,차성호,이희주,이경원,Hahn, Wonho,Kim, Sejin,Ko, Hansoek,Jung, Sajun,Cha, Sungho,Lee, Heejoo,Lee, Kyungwon 대한소아감염학회 2006 Pediatric Infection and Vaccine Vol.13 No.2

목 적 : A군 연구균은 인두염, 성홍열과 같은 경증감염으로부터 심각한 치명률을 보이는 중증 침습적 감염의 원인균이 된다. 역학, 항생제 내성발생 등을 조사, 연구하는 데에 혈청형과 유전자형이 이용되고 있다. 이에 침습적 질환에서 혈청형과 유전자형이 비침습적 질환과 비교하여 어떤 차이점이 있는지 알아보기 위하여 본 연구를 시행하였다. 방 법 : 2004년 1~12월간 신촌세브란스병원에서 침습적 A군 연구균 질환으로 진단된 환자의 검체에서 39개의 균주를 동정, 미국 미네소타 대학의 WHO Collaboratory Center에 보내어 T혈청형 및 emm 유전자형을 분석하였고, 이를 1998~2002년 및 2003~2004년에 비침습적 질환에 대해 본 기관에서 연구하였던 결과와 비교하였다. 결 과: 2003~2004년 비침습적 질환대상 연구결과와 비교해 T2/28, 3, 5/27/44, 9, NT형은 상대적으로 많았는데, NT형이 통계적으로 유의하게 많았다(P=0.019). emm 유전자형은 emm 3, 9, 18, 44, STG485 형이 상대적으로 많았는데, STG485형은 통계적으로 유의하게 많았다(P=0.000). 높은 EM 내성과 관련된 T12, 4는 17.9%에 불과하였으며, 이는 비침습적 질환대상 연구 결과인 47%, 47.9%보다 통계적으로 유의하게 낮은 결과였다(P=0.002, P=0.000). 류마티스열의 발생과 재발에 관련하는 emm(M) 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 18형은 41%로 비침습적 질환 연구결과인 26%(2003~2004) 보다 높았으나 통계적 의미는 없었다. 새로운 emm 유전자형이 발견되었다. 결 론 : T혈청형 분석으로 추정한 EM 내성률은 침습적 질환군에서 더 높지는 않을 것으로 생각되었다. emm 유전자형 결과 류마티스열의 발생과 재발 가능성이 더 높을 수도 있어 균주의 감시와 인두염의 철저한 치료가 필요할 것으로 사료된다. 향후에도 항생제 내성균 감시 및 새로운 형의 발견을 위해 혈청형 및 유전자형 분석을 계속해야 할 것이다. Purpose : Studying the serotypes and emm genotype of group A streptococci(GAS) hold a key role in the investigation of epidemiology, pathogenesis, and resistance to antibiotics. We planed to find out the possible differences in serotypes and genotypes between the invasive and the non-invasive GAS infection. Methods : We obtained 39 isolates from the patients hospitalized in 2004 with the diagnosis of invasive GAS infectious diseases in the Severance Hospital, Yonsei University. We sent the isolates to the WHO Collaboratory Center in University of Minnesota and analyzed T serotypes and emm genotypes. These results were compared with non-invasive GAS infections in our hospital. Results : Compared this data with the results of 2003 to 2004, T2/28, T3, T5/27/44, T9 and NT were more prevalent. The NT showed statistically significant difference(P=0.019). The emm 3, emm 9, emm 18, emm 44 and emm provision type STG485 were more frequent genotypes compared with the study in 2003~2004, relatively. The emm provision type STG485 had statistically significant difference(P=0.000). The incidence of T12 plus T4, known as erythromycin(EM) resistant serotypes, was as low as 17.9% in this study, compared with those of non-invasive strains. Conclusion : The incidence of EM-resistant strains is supposed not to be higher in invasive GAS infection. We could find out possible higher incidence of rheumatogenic strains in the invasive GAS infections. It seems to be important to have an effort on studying of serotyping and genotyping for the monitoring of strains and to know the epidemiologic characteristics.

신생아에서 신기능 지표로서의 Cystatin C

한원호,송준환,오명호 대한신생아학회 2013 Neonatal medicine Vol.20 No.3

The prediction of acute kidney injury (AKI) is important in the management of neonates, and several renal biomarkers have been tested for clinical application. Cystatin C (CysC) is a promising marker of renal function, and its application in neonatal care showed several benefits. First, CysC levels are not affected by endogenous substances such as bilirubin, hemoglobin, and ketones in laboratory tests. Second, its level is not influenced by inflammation (e.g., sepsis), muscle mass, age,gender, or nutritional status. Third, CysC is not transmitted through the placenta. Fourth, standardized automated measurement methods are available. Fifth, CysC was shown to reflect renal maturation better than creatinine. Lastly, CysC was reported to change with a wider amplitude than creatinine, which allows a more sensitive detection of renal deterioration. Recently, several reference CysC levels for neonates, including premature infants, were reported. In the present review, we summarized information on serum CysC reference values from different studies. Few studies investigated the usefulness of CysC for predicting AKI in neonates with various diseases such as neonatal respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, and neonatal asphyxia. Recent studies showed an association between serum CysC level and cardiovascular diseases or Alzheimer’s disease, indicating that CysC may play a role as a marker for various diseases in the future. Although the use of CysC as a marker in neonatal care showed several benefits, reliable and detailed reference ranges need to be established, including those for neonates with diseases. In addition, other novel renal markers need to be tested in neonates.

COVID-19 시대에 중환자실 전담의사 감독 하에 두경부 전문의에 의해 시행된 기관절개술에 대한 후향적 분석 연구

한원호,이윤임,백선화,석준걸 대한후두음성언어의학회 2022 대한후두음성언어의학회지 Vol.33 No.2

Background and Objectives Tracheostomy is a relatively safe procedure, and the recent emergence of COVID-19 has raised the need to perform tracheostomy immediately in the bed of an intensive care unit (ICU) rather than an operating room. The purpose of this study was to determine the occurrence of complications related to surgical tracheotomy performed in the ICU by an ENT specialist.Materials and Method From March 2019 to January 2022, a total of 101 patients underwent tracheostomy in the ICU. Demographics and complications were classified according to postoperative period.Results Within 24 hours after the procedure, bleeding events were confirmed in 2 patients (2.0%) with mild bleeding. One case (1.0%) of ventricular fibrillation occurred shortly after the procedure. There were no complications from 24 hours to 1 week after procedure. After one week, 4 patients (4.5%) had a local infection, and 3 patients (3.4%) had a tube obstruction. During all follow-up periods, there were no serious side effects such as death, major vascular injury, pneumothroax. No complications were observed throughout the entire period in 6 COVID-19 patients.Conclusion The number of complications of surgical tracheotomy in the ICU performed by a specialist was lower than in previous studies, and there were no complications that delayed treatment or endangered life. The ENT training hospitals should provide sufficient training opportunities for residents to perform surgical tracheostomy and strive to minimize complications associated with the procedure and pre- and post-operative management under the detailed guidance and supervision of specialists.

Predicting factors associated with prolonged intensive care unit stay of patients with COVID-19

한원호,이재훈,Chun June Young,최영주,김유석,한미라,김지희 대한중환자의학회 2023 Acute and Critical Care Vol.38 No.1

Background Predicting the length of stay (LOS) for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) is essential for efficient use of ICU resources. We analyzed the clinical characteristics of patients with severe COVID-19 based on their clinical care and determined the predictive factors associated with prolonged LOS. Methods We included 96 COVID-19 patients who received oxygen therapy at a high-flow nasal cannula level or above after ICU admission during March 2021 to February 2022. The demographic characteristics at the time of ICU admission and results of severity analysis (Sequential Organ Failure Assessment [SOFA], Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation [APACHE] II), blood tests, and ICU treatments were analyzed using a logistic regression model. Additionally, blood tests (C-reactive protein, D-dimer, and the PaO2 to FiO2 ratio [P/F ratio]) were performed on days 3 and 5 of ICU admission to identify factors associated with prolonged LOS. Results Univariable analyses showed statistically significant results for SOFA score at the time of ICU admission, C-reactive protein level, high-dose steroids, mechanical ventilation (MV) care, continuous renal replacement therapy, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, and prone position. Multivariable analysis showed that MV care and P/F ratio on hospital day 5 were independent factors for prolonged ICU LOS. For D-dimer, no significant variation was observed at admission; however, after days 3 and 5 days of admission, significant between-group variation was detected. Conclusions MV care and P/F ratio on hospital day 5 are independent factors that can predict prolonged LOS for COVID-19 patients.

2007년 한국의 전국 57개 종합병원에서 조사한 신생아 출생 및 신생아중환자실 사망률 통계 보고

한원호,장지영,배종우 대한신생아학회 2009 Neonatal medicine Vol.16 No.1

Purpose : To evaluate the neonatal statistics on a national basis, data for birth characteristics and neonatal mortality were collected and analyzed from 57 hospitals in Korea. Methods : Questionnaires were distributed to determine the characteristics of neonatal births and mortality rates in 57 hospitals in Korea during 2007. We analyzed the characteristics of all inborn births and hospitalized neonates in the neonatal care units (NICUs) and compared the results with published Korean data from 1996 and 2002. Results : A total of 40,433 inborn live births were reported from the 57 hospitals during 2007. Pre-term, term, and post-term births comprised 24.2%, 75.6%, and 0.2% of the neonates, respectively. Low birth weight infants (LBWIs), very low birth weight infants (VLBWIs), and extremely low birth weight infants (ELBWIs) made up 22.0%, 4.6%, and 1.7% of the neonates, respectively. A total of 21,957 (collected by gestational period) and 21,356 (collected by birth weight) neonates were hospitalized in the 57 NICUs. Pre-term, term, and post-term neonates comprised 39.8%, 59.8%, and 0.4% of the neonates, respectively. LBWIs, VLBWIs, and ELBWIs made up 37.3%, 9.5%, and 3.3% of the neonates, respectively. Pre-term, term, and post-term neonates had mortality rates of 4.5%, 0.7%, and 3.7%, respectively, while the mortality rates of LBWIs, VLBWIs, and ELBWIs were 4.7%, 15.3%, and 32.2%, respectively. In comparison with prematurity data from 1996 and 2002, LBWIs, and ELBWIs had a marked increase in birth frequency and a decreased mortality rate in Korea during 2007. Conclusion : The number of live births and the survival rate of pre-term neonates, especially VLBWIs and ELBWIs, are increasing. Even though the outcomes of neonatal care are improving, further efforts to manage these premature infants are needed.

The enabled homolog gene polymorphisms are associated with susceptibility and progression of childhood IgA nephropathy

한원호,Jin-Soon Suh,조병수,Sung-Do Kim 생화학분자생물학회 2009 Experimental and molecular medicine Vol.41 No.11

The enabled homolog gene (ENAH, hMena) is abundantly expressed in mesangial tissue, and might play an important role in inflammatory processes of IgA nephropathy (IgAN). The present study was conducted to investigate the association between single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of the ENAH and childhood IgAN. We analyzed 12 SNPs of ENAH in 176 patients with childhood IgAN and 397 healthy controls. In addition, IgAN patients were dichotomized and compared with respect to several clinical and pathological parameters. Genotyping data showed significant differences between IgAN patients and controls in the frequency of rs2039620, rs12034829, and rs3795443. On comparison of patients with proteinuria to those without proteinuria (≤ or > 4 mg/m2/h), rs12043633 was significantly different between the two groups. With regard to maximum proteinuria (≤ or > 4 mg/m2/h), rs3795443, rs4653643, rs6751, rs10799319, rs7555139, rs576861, and rs487591 showed significant allele frequency differences. For patients with and without gross hematuria, rs4653643, rs6751, rs10799319, rs7555139, rs576861, and rs487591 showed significant allele frequency differences. The rs3795443 was found to be associated with progression of pathological findings. Our results suggest that ENAH polymorphisms are associated with increased susceptibility, development of proteinuria and gross hematuria, and pathological progression of childhood IgAN.

Decreased Expression of Surfactant Protein Genes Is Associated with an Increased Expression of Forkhead Box M1 Gene in the Fetal Lung Tissues of Premature Rabbits

한원호,장지영,이경숙,배종우 연세대학교의과대학 2013 Yonsei medical journal Vol.54 No.6

Purpose: Recently, Forkhead box M1 (FoxM1) was reported to be correlated with lung maturation and expression of surfactant proteins (SPs) in mice models. However,no study has been conducted in rabbit lungs despite their high homology with human lungs. Thus, we attempted to investigate serial changes in the expressions of FoxM1 and SP-A/B throughout lung maturation in rabbit fetuses. Materials and Methods: Pregnant New Zealand White rabbits were grouped according to gestational age from 5 days before to 2 days after the day of expected full term delivery (F5, F4, F3, F2, F1, F0, P1, and P2). A total of 64 fetuses were enrolled after Cesarean sections. The expressions of mRNA and proteins of FoxM1 and SP-A/B in fetal lung tissue were tested by quantitative reverse-transcriptase real-time PCR and Western blot. Furthermore, their correlations were analyzed. Results: The mRNA expression of SP-A/B showed an increasing tendency positively correlated with gestational age, while the expression of FoxM1 mRNA and protein decreased from F5 to F0. A significant negative correlation was found between the expression levels of FoxM1 and SP-A/B (SP-A: R=-0.517, p=0.001; SP-B: R=-0.615, p<0.001). Conclusion: Preterm rabbits demonstrated high expression of FoxM1 mRNA and protein in the lungs compared to full term rabbits. Also, the expression of SP-A/B was inversely related with serial changes in FoxM1 expression. This is the first report to suggest an association between FoxM1 and expression of SP-A/B and lung maturation in preterm rabbits.