Yonsei medical journal
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Yonsei medical journal · May 2015
Mean platelet volume is elevated in patients with psoriasis vulgaris.
This retrospective study was done to investigate the mean platelet volume (MPV) level in patients with psoriasis vulgaris and its relationship with disease severity. ⋯ We have shown that MPV is increased in psoriasis patients and correlates with disease severity. Therefore, MPV levels may be considered as a marker of disease severity of psoriasis.
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Yonsei medical journal · May 2015
Stimulating effect of a novel synthesized sulfonamido-based gallate ZXHA-TC on primary osteoblasts.
This study is intended to investigate the effects of plants or plant-derived antioxidants on prevention of osteoporosis through the maintenance of reactive oxygen species (ROS) at a favorable level. ⋯ This study may hold promise for the development of a novel agent for the treatment of osteoporosis.
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Yonsei medical journal · May 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialSparing effects of sufentanil on epidural ropivacaine in elderly patients undergoing transurethral resection of prostate surgery.
This study examined the sparing effect of sufentanil on the median effective concentration (EC₅₀) of epidural ropivacaine in elderly patients undergoing elective transurethral resection of prostate (TURP). ⋯ Administration of 5 μg of epidural sufentanil caused a 37% reduction in the EC₅₀ of epidural ropivacaine in elderly patients who underwent TURP surgery. Thus, sufentanil addition during surgery of TURP can decrease the dose of ropivacaine anesthesia required.