Surgical technique for single-port laparoscopy in huge ovarian tumors: SW Kim`s technique and comparison to laparotomy

( Jeong Sook Kim ),( In Ok Lee ),( Kyung Jin Eoh ),( Young Shin Chung ),( Inha Lee ),( Jung-yun Lee ),( Eun Ji Nam ),( Sunghoon Kim ),( Young Tae Kim ),( Sang Wun Kim ) 대한산부인과학회 2017 Obstetrics & Gynecology Science Vol.60 No.2

Objective This study aimed to introduce a method to remove huge ovarian tumors (≥15 cm) intact with single-port laparoscopic surgery (SPLS) using SW Kim`s technique and to compare the surgical outcomes with those of laparotomy. Methods Medical records were retrospectively reviewed for patients who underwent either SPLS (n=21) with SW Kim`s technique using a specially designed 30×30-cm2-sized 3XL LapBag or laparotomy (n=22) for a huge ovarian tumor from December 2008 to May 2016. Perioperative surgical outcomes were compared. Results In 19/21 (90.5%) patients, SPLS was successfully performed without any tumor spillage or conversion to multi-port laparoscopy or laparotomy. There was no significant difference in patient characteristics, including tumor diameter and total operation time, between both groups. The postoperative hospital stay was significantly shorter for the SPLS group than for the laparotomy group (median, 2 [1 to 5] vs. 4 [3 to 17] days; P<0.001). The number of postoperative general diet build-up days was also significantly shorter for the SPLS group (median, 1 [1 to 4] vs. 3 [2 to 16] days; P<0.001). Immediate post-operative pain score was lower in the SPLS group (median, 2.0 [0 to 8] vs. 4.0 [0 to 8]; P=0.045). Patient-controlled anesthesia was used less in the SPLS group (61.9% vs. 100%). Conclusion SPLS was successful in removing most large ovarian tumors without rupture and showed quicker recovery and less immediate post-operative pain in comparison to laparotomy. SPLS using SW Kim`s technique could be a feasible solution to removing huge ovarian tumors.

국내 수집 야생버섯류 추출물의 생리활성 비교

안기홍,한재구,김옥태,조재한,An, Gi-Hong,Han, Jae-Gu,Kim, Ok-Tae,Cho, Jae-Han 한국버섯학회 2021 한국버섯학회지 Vol.19 No.1

국내 자생하는 야생버섯 추출물의 생리활성 성분을 평가하기 위하여 각지에서 수집된 야생버섯 70% 에탄올추출물에 대한 DPPH 라디컬 소거능, 총 폴리페놀 및 총 플라보노이드 함량, 철 환원 항산화능, 환원력의 항산화 활성, 아질산염 소거능 및 야생버섯의 건조시료를 이용하여 베타글루칸 함량을 분석하였다. 본 연구에서 수집된 10종의 야생버섯류 중에서 영지(OK1362) 에탄올추출물의 DPPH 라디컬 소거능(73.2%), 총 폴리페놀 함량(28.9 mg GAE/g) 및 총 플라보노이드 함량(10.0 mg QE/g)철 환원 항산화능(0.134), 환원력(0.155), 아질산염 소거능(56.3%)이 다른 버섯류에 비하여 유의적으로 가장 높았다. 그 이외에도 아까시흰구멍버섯(OK1360), 광대버섯속의 A. lanigera (OK1398), 졸각무당버섯(OK1406)이 높은 항산화능 및 아질산염 소거능을 가지고 있음을 확인하였다. 또한 베타글루칸 함량은 영지(OK1362)가 25.2%를 나타내며 가장 높았으며, 그 외에 구름버섯속의 T. lactinea (OK1457)가 24.5%로 높은 것으로 나타났다. 본 연구의 결과는 국내 자생하는 야생버섯류 중 새로운 천연물 유래 생리활성 물질을 탐색하기 위한 기초자료로서 활용 가능성을 기대한다. The aim of the study was to obtain the extracts of various native wild mushrooms and select the useful resources though biological activity evaluation. The anti-oxidant potential, nitrite scavenging activity, and ��-glucan content of wild mushrooms collected from Eumseong and Bonghwa in Korea were investigated. Based on the results of this study, Ganoderma lingzhi (OK1362) showed the highest DPPH radical scavenging activity (73.2%), ferric reducing anti-oxidant power (0.134), reducing power (0.155), nitrite scavenging activity (53.6%), total polyphenol content (28.9 mg GAE/g), flavonoid content (10.0 mg QE/g), and ��-glucan content (25.2%) when compared to other wild mushrooms sampled in this study. In addition, it was confirmed that Perenniporia fraxinea (OK1360), Amanita sp. (OK1398), and Russula sp. (OK1406) had relatively high anti-oxidant and nitrite scavenging potentials. In conclusion, our results can provide fundamental data for extracting beneficial compounds from wild mushrooms.

웃음을 이용한 다중음성치료기법(SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP>)이 성대용종 환자의 음성개선에 미치는 효과

김성태(Seong-Tae Kim),정옥란(Ok-Ran Jeong),안철민(Cheol Min Ahn) 한국음성학회 2008 음성과학 Vol.15 No.2

Vocal polyp is one of the representative chronic diseases of vocal folds, and it can be cured by voice therapy and/or laryngeal microsurgery. However, the existing therapeutic methods about vocal polyp are in great demand. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of vocal improvement between laryngeal microsurgery and SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP>(Seong-Tae Kim's Multiple Voice Therapy Technique), which was designed by the author. We identified 37 patients, who were diagnosed with unilateral vocal polyp, aged from 21 to 62 years(mean age: 46 years). 21 patients were treated by the SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP> and the other 16 patients were only treated by the laryngeal microsurgery. All patients who were treated by the SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP>, received 12 sessions of treatment, and were evaluated before therapy and after finishing the 12th session. The patients who were treated by laryngeal microsurgery, were evaluated prior to and at least 8 weeks after surgery. The results showed that the SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP> produced better results compared to the laryngeal microsurgery alone. The SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP> produced better results, especially, at the initial stage of voice therapy compared with those of laryngeal microsurgery. In this study, we can suggest that SKMVTT<SUP>®</SUP> may be useful in improving the voice qualities of vocal polyp patients. However, more data should be collected and evaluated to be widely used in other clinics.

Progastrin-releasing peptide as a diagnostic and therapeutic biomarker of small cell lung cancer

오형주,( Ha Young Park ),( Tae Ok Kim1 ),( Chul Kyu Park ),( Hong Jun Shin ),( Hee Jung Ban ),( In Jae Oh ),( Yong Soo Kwon ),( Yu Il Kim ),( Sung Chul Lim ),( Young Chul Kim ),( Soo Hyun Kim ),( Myung G 대한결핵 및 호흡기학회 2015 대한결핵 및 호흡기학회 추계학술대회 초록집 Vol.120 No.-

Background: Progastrin-releasing peptide (proGRP) is a recently identified biomarker of small cell lung cancer (SCLC). We aimed this study for evaluating the usefulness of automated proGRP measurement for diagnosis and treatment monitoring in patients with SCLC. Methods: From January 2011 to December 2013, plasma samples were prospectively collected from 452 [213 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), 104 SCLC, 135 other diseases] patients visited for tissue diagnosis and tested by two-step automated immunoassay using the ARCHITECT proGRP assay kit (Abbott Diagnostics, USA). The cutoff level of proGRP was set at 63 pg/mL. Results: The mean proGRP was higher in SCLC (1823.0 ± 2684.0 pg/mL) than in NSCLC (61.0 ± 341.7 pg/mL) and other diseases (51.5 ± 222.6 pg/mL, p<0.001). The sensitivity of proGRP was 85.7% (90/105) in SCLC and 11.8% (25/212) in NSCLC. The specificity was 90.2%, positive predictive value was 72.5%, and negative predictive value was 95.4% in SCLC. The mean proGRP was higher in extensive disease (2158.1 ± 2980.6 pg/mL) than in limited disease (901.4 ± 1216.0 pg/mL, p=0.033). Among the 39 patients with SCLC could be followed, the mean proGRP levels of 23 responders were significantly decreased after chemotherapy (from 1651.5 ± 1386.4 pg/mL to 290.0 ± 524.8 pg/mL, p<0.001), whereas those of the 16 non-responders were not. (from 572.5 ± 790.3 pg/mL to 494.4 ± 610.9 pg/mL, p=0.583). Conclusion: Plasma proGRP could be a useful biomarker of SCLC for diagnosis and treatment monitoring. And the initial level may represent the tumor extent of SCLC.

Clinical Experience of Single-Session Percutaneous Aspiration and OK-432 Sclerotherapy for Treatment of Simple Renal Cysts: 1-Year Follow-Up

Choi, Young Deuk,Ham, Won Sik,Kim, Won Tae,Cho, Kang Su,Lee, Joo Hyoung,Cho, Soung Yong,Seo, Ju Wan,Jin, Ok Hyun Mary Ann Liebert 2009 Journal of endourology Vol.23 No.6

<P>PURPOSE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of single-session OK-432 sclerotherapy for the treatment of renal cysts. MATERIALS AND METHODS: From October 2005 to November 2006, 48 patients (61 simple renal cysts) were included in the study. Indications were determined as flank discomfort (n = 37) or patient reassurance due to increasing size (n = 11). The simple renal cysts were aspirated under ultrasonography (US), at which point OK-432 was injected into the cyst. Follow-up was performed with US or computed tomography scan every 3 months until 1 year. Complete regression of the renal cyst or more than 70% reduction in size with no symptoms indicated a successful treatment. RESULTS: Among 61 renal cysts of 48 patients, the overall success rate was 98.4%. Complete regression occurred in 46 cysts (75.4%), and more than 90% reduction in size occurred in 6 cysts (9.8%). A size reduction of 80% to 90% and 70% to 80% occurred in five (8.2%) and three cysts (4.9%), respectively. A size reduction less than 70% occurred in only one cyst (1.6%). The success of cyst regression was correlated with cyst volume. Clinical symptoms resolved in 100% of patients with symptomatic cysts, and there was no enlargement of the aspirated cysts at the 1-year follow-up. After the procedure, there were only some minor complications, such as mild fever, flank pain, and leukocytosis, which subsided with the conservative treatment. CONCLUSIONS: Percutaneous OK-432 sclerotherapy is simple, safe, and effective, and it can be an alternative first-line therapy for simple renal cysts.</P>

Distribution of Aquaporins (Water Channels) in the Rat Salivary Glands

정지연(Ji-Yeon Jung),한창룡(Chang-Ryoung Han),정연진(Yeon-Jin Jeong),오원만(Won-Mann Oh),김미원(Mi-Won Kim1),김선헌(Sun-Hun Kim),김옥준(Ok-Joon Kim),김현진(Huyn-Jin Kim),고정태(Jeong-Tae Koh),최홍란(Hong-Ran Choi),김원재(Won-Jae Kim) 대한해부학회 2002 Anatomy & Cell Biology Vol.35 No.3

침샘은 하루 1.5 l의 침을 분비하며, 일반적으로 침샘에서 수분이동은 능동적 염분 이동에 따른 삼투현상에 의해 일어난다. 따라서 침샘에서 높은 수분투과성으로 인해 수분통로 단백인 aquaporin (AQP)들이 풍부하게 존재할 수 있다. 지금까지침샘에 4가지 형태의 AQP이 존재한다고 알려져 있지만 침샘에서 정확한 위치와 수분 이동에 대한 각 AQP들의 역할은 아직 확실치 않다. 본 연구는 300 g 정도의 흰쥐를 pentobarbital sodium (50 mg/kg, IP) 마취하에서 carbarchol (10 μg/kg)을 복강 내 투여한 후 AQP들의 역할과 분포를 면역조직화학방법으로 조사하였다. AQP1은 침샘의 미세혈관의 내피세포와 샘세포와 샘관 주위에 존재하는 근육상피세포에 존재하였다. AQP4는 침샘관의 마지막 부위인 배출관에 존재하였다. AQP5는 주로 장액세포의 바닥가쪽과 세포사이 분비소관을 포함한 세포꼭대기쪽막 에 존재하였으며 콜린성 분비 자극으로 세포꼭대기쪽막으로 이동되어 밀집되었다. AQP5는 모든 침샘의 사이관과 줄무늬 관에도 존재하였으며 점액세포는 약하게 존재하였다. AQP8은 AQP5처럼 장액세포의 바닥쪽막과 세포사이 분비소관을 포함한 세포꼭대기쪽막에 존재하였으며 콜린성 침분비 자극으로 세포꼭대기쪽막쪽으로 이동되어 밀집되었다. 이상의 실험결과는 AQP5와 AQP8이 장액세포에서 일차 침 형성시 일어나는 수분이동의 주된 통로임을 시사하였다. The salivary glands produce 1.5 l of fluid per day. As in other organs, the general paradigm in the salivary glands is that water movement occurs secondary to osmotic driving forces created by active salt transport. Therefore, high water permeability in salivary glands is expected to need a variety of aquaporin (AQP), a water channel. Although four AQPs have been known to reside in salivary glands, the precise location and roles of AQPs have been not well examined. This study is aimed to investigate the distribution of AQPs in 3 major salivary glands and their changes after cholinergic stimulation using immunohistochemical study in Sprague Dawley rats weighing 300 g under pentobarbital sodium anesthesia. AQP1 was localized in the endothelial cells of all salivary capillary vessels and the myoepithelial cells. AQP4 was demonstrated in the epithelium of the excretory ductal cells of all salivary glands. AQP5 and 8 were abundantly present in the basolateral membrane and apical membranes of the serous acini including intercellular secretory canaliculi, whereas AQP5 was weakly present in mucous acini. In addition, AQP5 was found in the epithelium of the intercalated and striated ducts. Upon stimulation of carbachol (10 μg/kg, I.P). AQP5 and 8 tended to translocate from basolateral membrane to the apical membrane, appearing as clusters of dots. These results suggest that AQP5 and 8 are the candidate molecules responsible for the water movement in salivary acinar cells.

Cloning of Notl-linked DNA Detected by Restriction Landmark Genomic Scanning of Human Genome

Kim Jeong-Hwan,Lee Kyung-Tae,Kim Hyung-Chul,Yang Jin-Ok,Hahn Yoon-Soo,Kim Sang-Soo,Kim Seon-Young,Yoo Hyang-Sook,Kim Yong-Sung Korea Genome Organization 2006 Genomics & informatics Vol.4 No.1

Epigenetic alterations are common features of human solid tumors, though global DNA methylation has been difficult to assess. Restriction Landmark Genomic Scanning (RLGS) is one of technology to examine epigenetic alterations at several thousand Notl sites of promoter regions in tumor genome. To assess sequence information for Notl sequences in RLGS gel, we cloned 1,161 unique Notl-linked clones, compromising about 60% of the spots in the soluble region of RLGS profile, and performed BLAT searches on the UCSC genome server, May 2004 Freeze. 1,023 (88%) unique sequences were matched to the CpG islands of human genome showing a large bias of RLGS toward identifying potential genes or CpG islands. The cloned Notl-loci had a high frequency (71%) of occurrence within CpG islands near the 5' ends of known genes rather than within CpG islands near the 3' ends or intragenic regions, making RLGS a potent tool for the identification of gene-associated methylation events. By mixing RLGS gels with all Notl-linked clones, we addressed 151 Notl sequences onto a standard RLGS gel and compared them with previous reports from several types of tumors. We hope our sequence information will be useful to identify novel epigenetic targets in any types of tumor genome.

Two silver(I) coordination solids in a single crystallization: Flexible metallacyclodimer versus helical channel network

Kim, Chi Won,Noh, Tae Hwan,Jung, Ok-Sang Elsevier 2011 Inorganica chimica acta Vol.365 No.1

<P><B>Graphical abstract</B></P><P>Self-assembly of AgClO<SUB>4</SUB> with 1,2-bis(dimethyl(4-pyridyl)silyl)ethane (L) affords two morphologies, block and thin-plate crystals that are consisting of metallacyclodimers and ligand-induced helical networks, respectively.</P><ce:figure id='f0030'></ce:figure> <P><B>Abstract</B></P><P>Studies on the self-assembly of AgClO<SUB>4</SUB> with 1,2-bis(dimethyl(4-pyridyl)silyl)ethane (L) were carried out. The slow diffusion of an organic solution of L into an aqueous solution of AgClO<SUB>4</SUB> affords two different single crystalline solids, block and thin-plate crystals. The block crystal consists of metallacyclodimers of, [Ag(L)]<SUB>2</SUB>(ClO<SUB>4</SUB>)<SUB>2</SUB> whereas the thin-plate crystal consists of unique ligand-induced helical channel networks, [Ag<SUB>2</SUB>(L)<SUB>3</SUB>](ClO<SUB>4</SUB>)<SUB>2</SUB>. The block and thin-plate crystals form in a ratio of 1:9, respectively, in a mixture of water and ethanol, but the ratio is depending on solvents and concentrations. In addition, the block crystal has two significantly different metallacyclodimeric structures in a unit cell, presumably owing to the flexible 26-membered cyclodimer including a flexible transannular argentophilic interaction. Such subtle effects may be ascribed to the existence of a variety of eclipsed, gauche, or anti-conformers of L.</P>

Optimization of supercritical carbone dioxide extraction of anthocyanin from black seed coated soybean (Glycine max L.)

Tae Joung Ha,Byong Won Lee,Hyun Tae Kim,Won Young Han,Sang Ok Shin,Kang Bo Shim,Jong Ki Lee,In Youl Baek 한국육종학회 2011 한국육종학회 학술발표회 발표요지 Vol.43 No.-

CT fluoroscopy-guided lung biopsy versus conventional CT-guided lung biopsy: a prospective controlled study to assess radiation doses and diagnostic performance

Kim, Ga Ram,Hur, Jin,Lee, Sang Min,Lee, Hye-Jeong,Hong, Yoo Jin,Nam, Ji Eun,Kim, Hua Sun,Kim, Young Jin,Choi, Byoung Wook,Kim, Tae Hoon,Choe, Kyu Ok Springer-Verlag 2011 European radiology Vol.21 No.2