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Sweet's syndrome: a cutaneous harbinger of ovarian carcinoma
Amanda Nickles Fader,Abigail Duncan Winder,Samith Sandadi,Robert DeBernardo 대한부인종양학회 2012 Journal of Gynecologic Oncology Vol.23 No.4
Sweet's syndrome, or acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, is a condition characterized by fever, neutrophilia, erythematous skin lesions, and a dermal infiltrate consisting predominantly of mature neutrophils on histology. Sweet's syndrome is a reactive phenomenon and should be considered a cutaneous marker of systemic disease, including underlying malignancy. We present a case of a 56-year-old woman who presented with vague abdominal symptoms and a tender, erythematous rash on her extremities. Biopsy of her skin lesions revealed Sweet's syndrome. A work-up for malignancy eventually demonstrated a pelvic mass and carcinomatosis, and a diagnosis of advanced-stage papillary serous ovarian carcinoma was subsequently made. In postmenopausal women who present with Sweet's syndrome, a comprehensive evaluation for malignancy is indicated. In women with a known diagnosis of cancer, Sweet's syndrome may manifest in the detection of persistent or recurrent disease.
Deviant Sexuality and Positive Outcomes in Ulysses and The Waste Land
( Amanda Greenwood ) 한국제임스조이스학회 2013 제임스조이스저널 Vol.19 No.2
This essay aims to highlight the forms of deviant sexuality in the “Nausicaa” episode of Ulysses and the sections “A Game of Chess” and “The Fire Sermon” in The Waste Land. At the same time, uncovering biographical details from the authors` personal lives can help us to understand why they were so fixated on this type of sexuality and may aid us in understanding why these deviant behaviors can be a form of positive outcomes and liberation for the characters and/or societies in the works.
Amanda Veglia,Paul A. Demers,Manisha Pahwa 한국산업안전보건공단 산업안전보건연구원 2017 Safety and health at work Vol.8 No.1
Background: Despite our knowledge of the causes of cancer, millions of workers are involuntarily exposed to a wide range of known and suspected carcinogens in the workplace. To address this issue from a policy perspective, we developed a policy framework based on a prospective health policy analysis. Use of the framework was demonstrated for developing policies to prevent cancers associated with diesel engine exhaust (DEE), asbestos, and shift work, three occupational carcinogens with global reach and large cancer impact. Methods: An environmental scan of existing prospective health policy analyses was conducted to select and describe our framework parameters. These parameters were augmented by considerations unique to occupational cancer. Policy-related resources, predominantly from Canada, were used to demonstrate how the framework can be applied to cancers associated with DEE, asbestos, and shift work. Results: The parameters of the framework were: problem statement, context, jurisdictional evidence, primary prevention policy options, and key policy players and their attributes. Applying the framework to the three selected carcinogens illustrated multiple avenues for primary prevention, including establishing an occupational exposure limit for DEE, banning asbestos, and improving shift schedules. The framework emphasized the need for leadership by employers and government. Conclusion: To our knowledge, this is the first proposal for a comprehensive policy framework dedicated to the primary prevention of occupational cancer. The framework can be adapted and applied by key policy players in Canada and other countries as a guide of what parameters to consider when developing policies to protect workers’ health.
Amanda Fish 이화여자대학교 국제지역연구소 2022 Asian International Studies Review Vol.23 No.1
This study attempted to examine to what extent hybrid peacebuilding would be applicable in Xinjiang’s ethnic conflict between the Han and Uighurs. After situating hybrid peacebuilding within the liberal peacebuilding literature, for further contextualization, the study then extrapolated key information from several other Asian cases of hybrid peacebuilding. It then overviewed the conflict (the parties involved and their various perspectives), outlined the modern efforts to resolve the conflict, and determined how they remain problematic. Finally, the study qualitatively analyzed the theoretical applicability of hybrid peacebuilding, its potential benefits, and potential drawbacks. The study concluded that hybrid peacebuilding has theoretical potential in Xinjiang, especially in the future, but its current drawbacks hinder its chances of success.
3D printing PCL/nHA bone scaffolds: exploring the influence of material synthesis techniques
Amanda Zimmerling,Zahra Yazdanpanah,David M. L. Cooper,James D. Johnston,Xiongbiao Chen 한국생체재료학회 2021 생체재료학회지 Vol.25 No.1
Background: It is known that a number of parameters can influence the post-printing properties of bone tissue scaffolds. Previous research has primarily focused on the effect of parameters associated with scaffold design (e.g., scaffold porosity) and specific scaffold printing processes (e.g., printing pressure). To our knowledge, no studies have investigated variations in post-printing properties attributed to the techniques used to synthesize the materials for printing (e.g., melt-blending, powder blending, liquid solvent, and solid solvent). Methods: Four material preparation techniques were investigated to determine their influence on scaffold properties. Polycaprolactone/nano-hydroxyapatite 30% (wt.) materials were synthesized through melt-blending, powder blending, liquid solvent, and solid solvent techniques. The material printability and the properties of printed scaffolds, in terms of swelling/degradation, mechanical strength, morphology, and thermal properties, were examined and compared to one another using Kruskal-Wallis nonparametric statistical analysis. Results: Material prepared through the liquid solvent technique was found to have limited printability, while meltblended material demonstrated the highest degree of uniformity and lowest extent of swelling and degradation. Scaffolds prepared with powder-blended material demonstrated the highest Young’s modulus, yield strength, and modulus of resilience; however, they also demonstrated the highest degree of variability. The higher degree of inhomogeneity in the material was further supported by thermal gravimetric analysis. While scaffolds printed from melt-blended, powder-blended, and solid solvent materials demonstrated a high degree of micro-porosity, the liquid solvent material preparation technique resulted in minimal micro-porosity. Conclusions: Study results indicate that specific techniques used to prepare materials influence the printing process and post-printing scaffold properties. Among the four techniques examined, melt-blended materials were found to be the most favorable, specifically when considering the combination of printability, consistent mechanical properties, and efficient preparation. Techniques determined to be favourable based on the properties investigated should undergo further studies related to biological properties and time-dependent properties beyond 21-days.
The NEAT Predictive Model for Survival in Patients with Advanced Cancer
Amanda Zucker,Chiaojung Jillian Tsai,John Loscalzo,Pedro Calves,Johnny Kao 대한암학회 2018 Cancer Research and Treatment Vol.50 No.4
Purpose We previously developed a model to more accurately predict life expectancy for stage IV cancer patients referred to radiation oncology. The goals of this study are to validate this model and to compare competing published models. Materials and Methods From May 2012 to March 2015, 280 consecutive patients with stage IV cancer were prospectively evaluated by a single radiation oncologist. Patients were separated into training, validation and combined sets. The NEAT model evaluated number of active tumors (“N”), Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status (“E”), albumin (“A”) and primary tumor site (“T”). The Odette Cancer Center model validated performance status, bone only metastases and primary tumor site. The Harvard TEACHH model investigated primary tumor type, performance status, age, prior chemotherapy courses, liver metastases, and hospitalization within 3 months. Cox multivariable analyses and logistical regression were utilized to compare model performance. Results Number of active tumors, performance status, albumin, primary tumor site, prior hospitalization within the last 3 months, and liver metastases predicted overall survival on uinvariate and multivariable analysis (p < 0.05 for all). The NEAT model separated patients into four prognostic groups with median survivals of 24.9, 14.8, 4.0, and 1.2 months, respectively (p < 0.001). The NEAT model had a C-index of 0.76 with a Nagelkerke’s R2 of 0.54 suggesting good discrimination, calibration and total performance compared to competing prognostic models. Conclusion The NEAT model warrants further investigation as a clinically useful approach to predict survival in patients with stage IV cancer.
Amanda Wright,김은미,변인수 이화여자대학교 국제지역연구소 2019 Asian International Studies Review Vol.20 No.2
Women account for over eighty percent of recent North Koreandefectors arriving in South Korea, yet there is dearth ofgender-based research. Given the speed with which the dialogueon denuclearization with the Democratic People’s Republic ofKorea (DPRK, North Korea) has progressed since 2017, there isa surprising gap in research on possible health threats. Ifsanctions are eased, interactions with these previously isolatedpeople will increase leading to potential health problems. Thisarticle reviews studies published since 2000 to understandphysical and mental health faced in DPRK, among North Koreandefectors to South Korea, and to provide policy recommendations. A content analysis of ninety studies found that mental healthchallenges are severe for North Korean defectors, and thatwomen suffer differently than men during defection and itsaftermath. We recommend a more nuanced and genderedapproach for future research in order to devise tangible solutionsto improve the health of North Koreans in general, and defectorwomen and children in particular.