Yonsei medical journal
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Yonsei medical journal · Nov 2022
Perceptions and Knowledge of Women Regarding Contraception and Current Trends in Contraceptive Use in Korea.
This study aimed to investigate the perceptions and behaviors of Korean women of reproductive age in regards to contraception counseling. ⋯ The majority of Korean women are familiar with condoms and natural methods, but lack knowledge about alternative contraceptive methods, including LARC. Women who used LARC reported higher levels of satisfaction than those who used other methods.
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Yonsei medical journal · Nov 2022
Population Prevalence, Cancer Risk, and Mortality Risk of Turner Syndrome in South Korean Women Based on National Health Insurance Service Data.
In South Korea, investigations into Turner syndrome (TS) prevalence and TS-associated cancer and mortality are lacking. Accurate data were estimated from the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) and the Rare Diseases Registry (RDR) records. ⋯ National prevalence of TS was suggested, and an increased risk of TS-associated thyroid cancer and mortality were observed in this study.
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Yonsei medical journal · Nov 2022
Factors Related to Hospital Readmission of Frail Older Adults in Korea.
Frail older adults have a higher risk of hospital readmission due to decline in physical, functional, and psychological health status. The impact of readmission on individuals, families, or the healthcare system is tremendously devastating. This study aimed to investigate factors associated with hospital readmission of frail older adults. ⋯ After discharge, both medical services to manage the medical condition and intervention to maintain physical function are needed to prevent frail older adults from being readmitted to the hospital.
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Yonsei medical journal · Nov 2022
Neutrophil Recruitment in Arterial Thrombus and Characteristics of Stroke Patients with Neutrophil-Rich Thrombus.
Neutrophils contribute to thrombosis. However, there is limited information on the temporal course of neutrophil recruitment in thrombosis, the contribution of neutrophils to thrombus growth, and the characteristics of stroke patients with neutrophil-rich thrombi. ⋯ Neutrophils were recruited and increased in arterial thrombosis in a time-dependent manner; however, they were not associated with the growth of formed thrombi. Neutrophil fractions in the thrombi of stroke patients appeared to be associated with atrial fibrillation and erythrocyte fraction.
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Yonsei medical journal · Nov 2022
Antitumor Effect of Low-Dose of Rapamycin in a Transgenic Mouse Model of Liver Cancer.
We investigate whether low-dose rapamycin is effective in preventing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) growth and treating HCC after tumor development in transgenic mice. ⋯ Low-dose rapamycin might be effective to prevent HCC growth, but may be ineffective as a treatment option after HCC development.