| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54608 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_429.pdf |
| Author | Asano, Takeru| Matsuoka, Ken-ichi| Iyama, Satoshi| Ohashi, Kazuteru| Inamoto, Yoshihiro| Ohwada, Chikako| Murata, Makoto| Satake, Atsushi| Yoshida, Chikamasa| Nakase, Koichi| Mori, Yasuo| Tanimoto, Mitsune| |
| Abstract | Chronic graft versus host disease (cGVHD) remains a major problem for long survivors after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). Currently, corticosteroid therapy is effective for cGVHD as the first line therapy. However, prolonged therapy with corticosteroids causes various severe adverse events. To develop the new therapeutic strategy of cGVHD, we have launched a multicenter phase I/IIa clinical trial of low dose subcutaneous interleukin-2 (IL-2) for treatment of steroid refractory cGVHD, which is constituted of 2 sequential phases (induction phase and maitanance phase). This study will provide the new therapeutic option for patients with refractory cGVHD after allogeneic HSCT. |
| Keywords | chronic GVHD allogeneic HSCT steroid refractory IL-2 |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 429 |
| End Page | 433 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777442 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700019 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54607 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_425.pdf |
| Author | Tamura, Tomoki| Hirata, Taizo| Tabata, Masahiro| Hinotsu, Shiro| Hamada, Akinobu| Motoki, Takayuki| Iwamoto, Takayuki| Mizoo, Taeko| Nogami, Tomohiro| Shien, Tadahiko| Taira, Naruto| Matsuoka, Junji| Doihara, Hiroyoshi| |
| Abstract | Docetaxel is a standard treatment for patients with advanced or recurrent breast cancer. The recommended dose is 60 to 100 mg/m2. Previous study have shown that the tumor response rates of patients who received docetaxel monotherapy at doses of 60, 75, and 100 mg/m2 were 22.1% , 23.3% , and 36.0% , respectively, and there was a significant relationship between the dose and response. In Europe and the United States, docetaxel is approved at a dose of 100 mg/m2, and Japanese guidelines also recommend a dose of 100 mg/m2. However, the approved dose in Japan is up to 75 mg/m2. We have launched a phase I trial evaluating 100 mg/m2 docetaxel in patients with advanced or relapsed breast cancer. The major eligibility criteria are as follows: age ≥20 years, pathologically diagnosed breast cancer, recurrent or advanced breast cancer, a good performance status, and HER2 [human epidermal growth factor receptor 2] negative. The primary endpoint is demonstrated safety of 100 mg/m2 docetaxel. This study will clarify whether 100mg/m2 docetaxel can be administrated safely in Japanese patients with advanced or recurrent breast cancer. |
| Keywords | breast cancer phase I trial docetaxel |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 425 |
| End Page | 427 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777441 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700018 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54606 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_421.pdf |
| Author | Ohki, Takashi| Sugimoto, Seiichiro| Kurosaki, Takeshi| Otani, Shinji| Miyoshi, Kentaroh| Yamane, Masaomi| Miyoshi, Shinichiro| Oto, Takahiro| |
| Abstract | Stent placement is an essential treatment for airway diseases. Although self-expandable metallic stents and silicone stents are commonly applied for the treatment of airway diseases, these stents are unsuitable for the treatment of small airway diseases encountered in pediatric patients and lung transplant recipients with airway complications. Currently, only vascular balloon-expandable metallic stents are available for the treatment of small airway diseases; however, little research has been conducted on the use of these stents in this field. We have launched a prospective feasibility study to clarify the safety and efficacy of balloon-expandable metallic stents for the treatment of airway diseases. |
| Keywords | metallic stent airway disease lung transplantation airway complication airway malignancy |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 421 |
| End Page | 424 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777440 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700017 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54605 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_417.pdf |
| Author | Mizukawa, Sho| Kato, Hironari| Muro, Shinichiro| Akimoto, Yutaka| Uchida, Daisuke| Tomoda, Takeshi| Matsumoto, Kazuyuki| Yamamoto, Naoki| Horiguchi, Shigeru| Tsutsumi, Koichiro| Okada, Hiroyuki| Inoue, Hirofumi| Tanaka, Noriyuki| |
| Abstract | Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) is a standard procedure for precise histological diagnosis of pancreas tumors, but it is sometimes difficult to obtain adequate specimens. EUS Sonopsy CY® is a newly designed needle with original features. This randomized study will compare the tissue collection rate of EUS Sonopsy CY® to that of a conventional needle in EUS-FNA. The major eligibility criteria are as follows: Patients with a pancreatic mass referred for EUSFNA; age ≥20 years, and performance status＜4. The primary outcome is the tissue collection rate. This study will elucidate the efficacy of EUS Sonopsy CY®. |
| Keywords | endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration pancreatic cancer Menghini type needle tip |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 417 |
| End Page | 420 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777439 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700016 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54604 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_413.pdf |
| Author | Murakami, Takashi| Kawanabe, Noriaki| Kataoka, Tomoki| Hoshijima, Mitsuhiro| Komori, Hiroki| Fujisawa, Atsuro| Kamioka, Hiroshi| |
| Abstract | Although accurate bracket placement is essential for orthodontic treatment, many practitioners apply brackets indiscriminately with direct or indirect bonding techniques. Nonetheless, there have been few prospective clinical comparisons of the 2 techniques. We will therefore conduct a single-center, randomized control trial in 100 patients aged ≥12 years and diagnosed with malocclusion. All patients will receive orthodontic treatment using brackets with direct or indirect bonding techniques. The primary endpoints will be the total treatment time, occlusal index, discomfort at bonding, and oral hygiene after bonding. This study will clarify whether indirect bonding can improve the efficiency of orthodontic treatment. |
| Keywords | indirect bonding comprehensive evaluation bracket |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 413 |
| End Page | 416 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777438 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700015 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54603 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_409.pdf |
| Author | Maeda, Yoshinobu| Nishimori, Hisakazu| Inamoto, Yoshihiro| Nakamae, Hirohisa| Sawa, Masashi| Mori, Yasuo| Ohashi, Kazuteru| Fujiwara, Shin-ichiro| Tanimoto, Mitsune| |
| Abstract | Chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a major cause of late death and morbidity following allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HSCT). Retinoic acid (tamibarotene) exerts multiple effects on cell differentiation and is clinically used for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia. Tamibarotene down-regulates both Th1 and Th17 differentiation in donor T cells after allogeneic HSCT, resulting in attenuation of experimental chronic GVHD. Based on preclinical data, we have launched a phase II study of tamibarotene in patients with steroid-refractory chronic GVHD. This study will clarify whether tamibarotene can exert beneficial effects in patients with steroid-refractory chronic GVHD. |
| Keywords | Am80 tamibarotene retinoid chronic GVHD steroid-refractory GVHD |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 409 |
| End Page | 412 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777437 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700014 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54602 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_405.pdf |
| Author | Tomoda, Takeshi| Kato, Hironari| Mizukawa, Sho| Muro, Shinichiro| Akimoto, Yutaka| Uchida, Daisuke| Matsumoto, Kazuyuki| Yamamoto, Naoki| Horiguchi, Shigeru| Tsutsumi, Koichiro| Okada, Hiroyuki| |
| Abstract | Acute pancreatitis is the major complication of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). A preliminary research suggested that the administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) with nitroglycerin might reduce the incidence of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) more effectively than NSAIDs alone. We conduct a two-arm, multicenter, prospective, randomized, superiority trial to evaluate the additional effect of nitroglycerin for prevention of PEP. A total of 900 patients randomly receive 50 mg diclofenac suppository either alone or with 5 mg isosorbide dinitrate sublingual tablet. The primary endpoint is the occurrence of PEP. This study will clarify whether NSAIDs plus nitroglycerin can prevent PEP. |
| Keywords | post-ERCP pancreatitis NSAIDs nitroglycerin |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Note | the word “nitroglycerin” should be corrected to “nitrate” throughout the manuscript.| |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 405 |
| End Page | 408 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777436 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700013 |
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| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54601 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_401.pdf |
| Author | Kuroda, Shinji| Kikuchi, Satoru| Nishizaki, Masahiko| Kagawa, Shunsuke| Hinotsu, Shiro| Fujiwara, Toshiyoshi| |
| Abstract | Although intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) has become common as perioperative prophylaxis for venous thromboembolism (VTE) consisting of pulmonary thromboembolism (PE) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT), the prophylactic effect against VTE, especially lethal PE, is not yet satisfactory. Therefore, pharmacologic prophylaxis, such as with enoxaparin, is desirable. While the efficacy and safety of enoxaparin have been proven in several clinical trials, concern about bleeding with longterm (at least 7 days) use have potentially decreased its widespread adoption. We have launched a phase II study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of short-term (3 days) enoxaparin, in which a total of 70 gastric cancer patients undergoing gastrectomy will be recruited, and the primary endpoint is the incidence of DVT. This study could contribute to making pharmacologic prophylaxis for VTE more common. |
| Keywords | venous thromboembolism enoxaparin short-term use gastric cancer surgery |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 401 |
| End Page | 404 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777435 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700012 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54600 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_397.pdf |
| Author | Akagi, Satoshi| Nakamura, Kazufumi| Akagi, Teiji| Nakagawa, Koji| Takaya, Yoichi| Sarashina, Toshihiro| Ejiri, Kentaro| Ito, Hiroshi| |
| Abstract | A treatment strategy for patients with pulmonary hypertension (PH) and atrial septal defect (ASD) remains unclear. This study was designed to evaluate the effects of initial repair of ASD followed by treatment with PH-specific drugs in patients with PH and ASD. Eligible patients receive transcatheter ASD closure followed by treatment with bosentan and sildenafil. Right heart catheterization is performed at baseline and at 12, 24 and 48 weeks. The primary endpoint is change in pulmonary artery pressure and pulmonary vascular resistance from baseline to follow-up. This study should provide valuable information to establish a therapeutic strategy for PH and ASD. |
| Keywords | pulmonary hypertension atrial septal defect repair and treat transcatheter closure |
| Amo Type | Clinical Study Protocols |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 397 |
| End Page | 400 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777434 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700011 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54599 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_393.pdf |
| Author | Kanaya, Nobuhiko| Aoki, Hideki| Yamasaki, Rie| Morihiro, Toshiaki| Takeuchi, Hitoshi| |
| Abstract | We report a case of a granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF)-producing gallbladder tumor associated with fever in a middle-aged female. Preoperative blood analysis showed leukocytosis with elevated levels of C-reactive protein and G-CSF. We resected the liver at S4a＋S5, with regional lymph node dissection and partial resection of the duodenum. Histology revealed undifferentiated carcinoma with spindle and giant cells and papillary adenocarcinoma. Immunohistochemistry revealed Stage IIIB G-CSF-producing gallbladder cancer. Postoperatively, leukocyte and serum G-CSF levels decreased to within normal limits. Adjuvant gemcitabine chemotherapy was administered for 16 months, and she has been recurrence-free for 48 months. |
| Keywords | gallbladder cancer G-CSF unidentified fever leukocystosis adenocarcinoma |
| Amo Type | Case Reports |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 393 |
| End Page | 396 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777433 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700010 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54598 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_389.pdf |
| Author | Nishimura, Takeshi| Kohama, Keisuke| Osako, Takaaki| Yamada, Taihei| Tanaka, Hiroyuki| Nakao, Atsunori| Kotani, Joji| |
| Abstract | Advances in critical care medicine have made it possible to sustain vital organ systems in brain-dead patients. One clinical scenario besides donor organ retrieval in which a benefit may be gained from continuing life support is pregnancy. A pregnant woman in her late 30ʼs at 23 weeks gestation exhibiting worsening depression was referred to the Department of Psychiatry. One day after admission she attempted suicide by hanging and suffered a cardiopulmonary arrest. A fetal heart beat and fetal motion was confirmed immediately after resuscitation. Three days after admission, an emergency Cesarean section (CS) was performed because of her unstable hemodynamic situation. The baby was born and the mother died after delivery. The baby presented neurological complications. Such a case should be managed collaboratively among professional experts in several medical teams. Consensus and recommendations for the management of similar scenarios may also be adjusted. |
| Keywords | brain-dead mother suicide somatic support |
| Amo Type | Case Reports |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 389 |
| End Page | 392 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777432 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700009 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54597 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_383.pdf |
| Author | Nishiwaki, Masatake| Hagiya, Hideharu| Kamiya, Toru| |
| Abstract | Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a benign cause of self-limiting subacute necrotizing lymphadenitis. KFD is rarely complicated with reactive hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), and the clinical features of the simultaneous occurrence of these conditions are uncertain. A 30-year-old Japanese man with a persistent fever and sore throat presented to our hospital for treatment. Laboratory analysis showed bicytopenia, and radiological studies showed systemic lymphadenopathy accompanied by splenomegaly. A bone marrow examination showed hemophagocytic macrophages, suggesting HLH. Malignant lymphoma was suspected as a possible underlying disease, but the histology of the lymph nodes led to a final diagnosis of KFD and treatment with prednisolone (1 mg/kg/day), resulting in clinical improvement. This case highlighted the importance and difficulty of differentiating KFD from malignant lymphoma as an underlying condition of HLH. The literature review showed that patients with HLH-associated KFD may have higher serum ferritin and lactate dehydrogenase levels compared to typical KFD cases. Definite diagnosis based on pathological examination is essential for a better understanding of this rare disease. The presence of systemic lymphadenopathy does not exclude the possibility of KFD. This case serves to remind physicians that KFD is a potential etiology of HLH. |
| Keywords | hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis hemophagocytic syndrome histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis Kikuchi disease Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease |
| Amo Type | Case Reports |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 383 |
| End Page | 388 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777431 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700008 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54596 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_377.pdf |
| Author | Kawakami, Yoshio| Katayama, Takashi| Kishida, Masayuki| Oda, Wakako| Inoue, Yasuro| |
| Abstract | A 71-year-old man presented with a high fever, polyarthralgia, petechiae and palpable purpura accompanied by livedoid change on his legs and feet. Histopathological findings of the purpura revealed perivascular infiltration of neutrophils, mononuclear cells, and nuclear debris, and extravasation of red cells mainly in the upper dermis: all signs consistent with leukocytoclastic vasculitis. Small vessel thrombi, which are characteristic features of septic vasculopathy, were also observed. Direct immunofluorescence showed negative results. Blood culture revealed the growth of gram-negative bacilli. Subsequently, 16S rRNA sequencing of DNA confirmed the organism as Streptobacillus moniliformis, which is the causative pathogen of rat-bite fever. He had frequently encountered wild rats in his house although there was no evidence of rat bite on his body. Empiric therapy with intravenous administration of ceftriaxone in combination with azithromycin hydrate led to a prompt resolution of the symptoms. Precise history-taking related to contact with rats and detection of skin eruptions suggestive of leukocytoclastic vasculitis on the extremities, especially on the feet, can be clues to Streptobacillus moniliformis infection. Familiarity with its cutaneous features is important for early diagnosis; the evidence herein may also help in understanding its underlying pathogenesis. |
| Keywords | livedo vasculitis rat bite fever polyarteritis nodosa septic vasculopathy |
| Amo Type | Case Reports |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 377 |
| End Page | 381 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777430 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700007 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54595 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_371.pdf |
| Author | Noda, Yasuko| Masumizu, Toshiki| Mori, Akitane| |
| Abstract | Methylguanidine (MG) is a known nephrotoxin and neurotoxin, and an intracisternal injection of MG can induce convulsions in experimental animals. In this in vitro study, we examined the inhibitory effects of the antiepileptic agent zonisamide (ZNS) on hydroxyl radicals (•OH) generated from MG by using an electron spin resonance (ESR) technique. ZNS scavenged •OH generated from MG in a dose-dependent manner through direct scavenging during the auto-oxidation of MG. The rate constant of ZNS reacting with the •OH was at a near diffusion-controlled rate. These findings indicate that ZNS might detoxify MG and could thus protect against convulsive disorders. |
| Keywords | methylguanidine zonisamide convulsions hydroxyl radical electron spin resonance |
| Amo Type | Short Communication |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 371 |
| End Page | 375 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777429 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700006 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54594 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_363.pdf |
| Author | Takagi, Kosei| Yagi, Takahito| Yoshida, Ryuichi| Shinoura, Susumu| Umeda, Yuzo| Nobuoka, Daisuke| Kuise, Takashi| Watanabe, Nobuyuki| Fujiwara, Toshiyoshi| |
| Abstract | Sarcopenia following liver surgery has been reported as a predictor of poor prognosis. Here we investigated predictors of outcomes in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and attempted to establish a new comprehensive preoperative assessment protocol. We retrospectively analyzed the cases of 254 patients who underwent curative hepatectomy for HCC with Child-Pugh classification A at our hospital between January 2007 and December 2013. Sarcopenia was evaluated by computed tomography measurement. The influence of sarcopenia on outcomes was evaluated. We used multivariate analyses to assess the impact of prognostic factors associated with outcomes, including sarcopenia. Of the 254 patients, 118 (46.5%) met the criteria for sarcopenia, and 32 had an American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status ≥3. The sarcopenic group had a significantly lower 5-year overall survival rate than the non-sarcopenic group (58.2% vs. 82.4% , p＝0.0002). In multivariate analyses of prognostic factors, sarcopenia was an independent predictor of poor survival (hazard ratio [HR]＝2.28, p＝0.002) and poor ASA status (HR＝3.17, p＝0.001). Sarcopenia and poor ASA status are independent preoperative predictors for poor outcomes after hepatectomy. The preoperative identification of sarcopenia and ASA status might enable the development of comprehensive approaches to assess surgical eligibility. |
| Keywords | sarcopenia American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status hepatectomy hepatocellular carcinoma prognostic factor |
| Amo Type | Original Articles |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 363 |
| End Page | 370 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777428 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700005 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54593 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_353.pdf |
| Author | Katayama, Akihiko| Miyatake, Nobuyuki| Nishi, Hiroyuki| Ujike, Kazuhiro| Hashimoto, Hiroo| Kurato, Risa| Koumoto, Kiichi| |
| Abstract | In a longitudinal study, we examined the link between changes in physical activity and changes in health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in patients on chronic hemodialysis. Seventy-one patients (43 males, 28 females; aged 70.9±10.6 years) on chronic hemodialysis in September 2013 were enrolled. The data of the 43 patients whose complete measurements were taken again in September 2014 were used for the longitudinal analysis. Clinical parameters including age, height, dry weight, duration of hemodialysis, blood pressure (BP), blood triglyceride and HDL cholesterol levels, physical activity, and HRQOL were evaluated. Physical activity was measured by a tri-accelerometer, and HRQOL was evaluated by the EuroQol questionnaire (EQ-5D). In the first cross-sectional analysis, EQ-5D scores were significantly correlated with daily step counts (steps per day) on all days and non-hemodialysis days. In the second longitudinal analysis, in the women, changes in EQ-5D scores were positively correlated with changes in daily step counts on all days. In all patients, changes in EQ-5D were weakly and negatively correlated with changes in physical activity (1-3 METs: min per day) on hemodialysis days. Promoting daily physical activity may improve the HRQOL in patients on chronic hemodialysis, especially in women. |
| Keywords | hemodialysis health related quality of life (HRQOL) physical activity |
| Amo Type | Original Articles |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 353 |
| End Page | 361 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777427 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700004 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54592 |
|---|---|
| FullText URL | 70_5_345.pdf |
| Author | Maruyama, Hidehiko| Nakata, Yusei| Kanazawa, Akane| Kikkawa, Kiyoshi| |
| Abstract | We sought to clarify the survival and neurodevelopmental outcomes of very low birth weight infants (VLBWIs) and to identify risk factors for death or neurodevelopmental impairment (NDI) in VLBWIs at our hospital. The total study population was 217 infants born in 2005-2012 weighing ≤1,500 g. We compared their outcomes with those from previous reports analyzed the causes of death. Risk factors for death after discharge or NDI were evaluated by a multivariate logistic regression analysis. The incidences of death or NDI reported revealed in this study and the database of Neonatal Research Network of Japan were 25.3% and 19.6% (p＝0.039), respectively. The main causes of death before discharge were intraventricular hemorrhage, sepsis, and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn. The significant risk factors for death after discharge or NDI were early gestational age (weeks) and periventricular leukomalacia (adjusted odds ratio [95% confidence interval, p-value], 0.72 [0.54-0.94, 0.017] and 6.90 [1.35-38.25, 0.021], respectively). These factors must be addressed in order to improve treatment strategies for VLBWIs. |
| Keywords | intraventricular hemorrhage periventricular leukomalacia persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn sepsis very low birth weight infants |
| Amo Type | Original Articles |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 345 |
| End Page | 352 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777426 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700003 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54591 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_339.pdf |
| Author | Miyata, Manabu| Nakahara, Ryuichi| Hamasaki, Ichiro| Hasebe, Satoshi| Furuse, Takashi| Ohtsuki, Hiroshi| |
| Abstract | Although a 0.3 Bangerter filter, which reduces visual acuity, is frequently used for treating moderate amblyopia, the effects on gross stereopsis are not well known. This study quantitatively evaluated whether gross stereopsis is degraded by a Bangerter filter. Seven healthy subjects (median age: 29 years) participated in this psychophysical study. Targets with crossed disparities of 1°, 2°, 3°, 4°, and 5° were randomly presented on a three-dimensional television display. The subjects indicated the point at which the targets popped out from the television screen (matching method). The distance from the screen to the point was defined as the degree of stereopsis. This experiment was performed with and without a 0.3 Bangerter filter. The corrected monocular visual acuities were decreased to about 20/63 by the filter in all subjects. No significant difference was observed for any of the disparities (1°-5°), between the degree of stereopsis visualized with and without filters for either the dominant or the non-dominant eye. The degree of stereopsis was not degraded by the reduced visual acuity induced by the use of 0.3 Bangerter filters. In this regard, the use of 0.3 Bangerter filters may be considered safer than occlusion eye patches for the patients with normal binocular vision. |
| Keywords | amblyopia Bangerter filter binocular vision stereopsis |
| Amo Type | Original Articles |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 339 |
| End Page | 344 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777425 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700002 |
| JaLCDOI | 10.18926/AMO/54590 |
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| FullText URL | 70_5_331.pdf |
| Author | Iida, Atsuyoshi| Nosaka, Nobuyuki| Yumoto, Tetsuya| Knaup, Emily| Naito, Hiromichi| Nishiyama, Chihiro| Yamakawa, Yasuaki| Tsukahara, Kohei| Terado, Michihisa| Sato, Keiji| Ugawa, Toyomu| Nakao, Atsunori| |
| Abstract | In recent years, it has become evident that molecular hydrogen is a particularyl effective treatment for various disease models such as ischemia-reperfusion injury; as a result, research on hydrogen has progressed rapidly. Hydrogen has been shown to be effective not only through intake as a gas, but also as a liquid medication taken orally, intravenously, or locally. Hydrogenʼs effectiveness is thus multifaceted. Herein we review the recent research on hydrogen-rich water, and we examine the possibilities for its clinical application. Now that hydrogen is in the limelight as a gaseous signaling molecule due to its potential ability to inhibit oxidative stress signaling, new research developments are highly anticipated. |
| Keywords | hydrogen antioxidant effect medical gas gaseous signaling molecule clinical tests |
| Amo Type | Review |
| Publication Title | Acta Medica Okayama |
| Published Date | 2016-10 |
| Volume | volume70 |
| Issue | issue5 |
| Publisher | Okayama University Medical School |
| Start Page | 331 |
| End Page | 337 |
| ISSN | 0386-300X |
| NCID | AA00508441 |
| Content Type | Journal Article |
| language | English |
| Copyright Holders | CopyrightⒸ 2016 by Okayama University Medical School |
| File Version | publisher |
| Refereed | True |
| PubMed ID | 27777424 |
| Web of Science KeyUT | 000388098700001 |
