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Author Nakatani, Ayami|
Published Date 2020-08-04
Publication Title American Ethnologist
Volume volume47
Issue issue3
Publisher Wiley
Start Page 343
End Page 344
ISSN 0094-0496
NCID AA0004824X
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
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Author Shikata, Kenichi| Haneda, Masakazu| Ninomiya, Toshiharu| Koya, Daisuke| Suzuki, Yoshiki| Suzuki, Daisuke| Ishida, Hitoshi| Akai, Hiroaki| Tomino, Yasuhiko| Uzu, Takashi| Nishimura, Motonobu| Maeda, Shiro| Ogawa, Daisuke| Miyamoto, Satoshi| Makino, Hirofumi| the Diabetic Nephropathy Remission and Regression Team Trial in Japan (DNETT‐Japan) collaborative group|
Keywords Diabetic kidney disease Diabetic nephropathy Diabetic Nephropathy Remission and Regression Team Trial in Japan
Published Date 2020-08-08
Publication Title Journal of Diabetes Investigation
Volume volume12
Issue issue2
Publisher Wiley
Start Page 207
End Page 216
ISSN 2040-1116
NCID AA12488319
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
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PubMed ID 32597548
NAID 120006880216
DOI 10.1111/jdi.13339
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FullText URL 74_4_365.pdf
Author Chuma, Masayuki| Kondo, Masateru| Zamami, Yoshito| Takechi, Kenshi| Goda, Mitsuhiro| Okada, Naoto| Shibata, Akitomo| Asada, Mizuho| Oto, Jun| Yanagawa, Hiroaki| Ishizawa, Keisuke|
Abstract Cystatin C-guided vancomycin (VCM) dosing is useful in critically ill patients. Its usefulness in septic patients with bacterial meningitis remains unknown, as there are no published reports. In this study, we sought to clarify its benefit. Cystatin C was used to guide VCM dosing in a septic bacterial meningitis patient with normal kidney function, according to therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM). Using cystatin C, the Bayesian method-based TDM made optimal VCM dosing possible, and decreased the predicted error (4.85 mg/L) compared to serum creatinine (16.83 mg/L). We concluded TDM of VCM using cystatin C can be considered in sepsis patients with bacterial meningitis with normal kidney function.
Keywords vancomycin, therapeutic drug monitoring cystatin C bacterial meningitis sepsis
Amo Type Case Report
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 365
End Page 370
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843769
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700013
NAID 120006880215
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60375
FullText URL 74_4_359.pdf
Author Inaba, Mototaka| Naito, Hiromichi| Muramatsu, Tomoyoshi| Yamada, Taihei| Sakata, Taizo| Nakao, Atsunori|
Abstract During major flooding in June/July 2018, the Mabi Memorial Hospital in Kurashiki, Okayama, Japan was flooded and patients were stranded in the hospital. Peace Winds Japan, a non-governmental organization, collaborated with the Japanese Disaster Medical Assistance Team and Self-Defense Force Public to transport 8 critical patients from the hospital by helicopter. Ultimately, 54 patients and hospital staff members were safely evacuated. The evacuation was accomplished without any casualties, despite the severe conditions. Public and private organizations can work together and continue to seek ways to collaborate and cooperate in disaster settings.
Keywords natural disaster transportation rain relief work public-private sector partnerships
Amo Type Case Report
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 359
End Page 364
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843768
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700012
NAID 120006880214
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60374
FullText URL 74_4_351.pdf
Author Utsumi, Masashi| Aoki, Hideki| Yabuki, Takayuki| Nagahisa, Seiichi| Nishimura, Seitaro| Une, Yuta| Kimura, Yuji| Watanabe, Megumi| Taniguchi, Fumitaka| Arataa, Takashi| Katsuda, Koh| Tanakaya, Kohji| Sato, Yumiko|
Abstract Post-operative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains the most common complication after distal pancreatectomy (DP). In this retrospective study, we reviewed the data from patients who underwent DP between 2008 and 2019 in our institute to determine whether the late phase/early phase ratio (L/E ratio) by preoperative computed tomography (CT) scan in the pancreas could predict POPF occurrence after DP. We examined the relationship between preoperative or intraoperative factors and the occurrence of POPF after DP using statistical methods in 23 males and 21 females with a mean age of 73. The mean L/E ratio was significantly lower in the POPF group than the non-POPF group (p=0.035). The L/E ratio had moderate diagnostic accuracy, with a calculated optimal cutoff value of 0.77. In univariate analysis, a significant association was noted between POPF and stump thickness ≥ 16.9, body mass index ≥ 27.5, and L/E ratio ≤ 0.77. In the multivariate analysis, the L/E ratio (odds ratio, 5.96; p=0.036) was an independent risk factor for POPF. Our findings suggest that the pancreatic L/E ratio may predict the occurrence of POPF after DP. This measure may be useful in preoperative risk stratification, patient counseling, and perioperative patient management, improving clinical outcomes after DP.
Keywords late phase/early phase ratio pancreatic fistula distal pancreatectomy
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 351
End Page 358
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843767
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700011
NAID 120006880213
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60373
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Author Tanaka, Takaaki| Furumatsu, Takayuki| Hiranaka, Takaaki| Okazaki, Yuki| Masudaa, Kenji| Senoa, Noritaka| Ozaki, Toshifumi|
Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate tunnel coalition and inter-tunnel distance by comparing the tibial tunnel position in double-bundle anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction performed with a conventional guide versus a posterolateral (PL) divergence (PLD) guide. Subjects were 43 patients (ACL tip aimer: 20 knees; PLD guide: 23 knees) who underwent double-bundle ACL reconstruction between September 2014 and December 2017. In all cases, the tibial tunnel position, tunnel edge distance and tunnel angles were evaluated based on CT images. Clinical outcome was evaluated using the Lachman test, pivot-shift test, and Lysholm score. Tibial tunnel positions were similar between the conventional and PLD guide groups, while tibial tunnel edge distance was significantly less in the conventional group. Tunnel coalition was observed in 5 knees in the conventional and no knees in the PLD guide group. Distance between two tibial tunnel centers was 9.1 mm for the tip aimer, and 10.5 mm for the PLD guide. Creation of the PL tunnel tended to involve insertion from a more medial aspect for the PLD guide group than the conventional guide group. No differences in clinical outcomes were noted. The PLD guide can be used to create anatomically-positioned PL tunnels, and reduce the probability of occurrence of tunnel coalition.
Keywords anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction tibial tunnel position PL divergence guide tunnel coalition
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 345
End Page 350
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843766
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700010
NAID 120006880212
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60372
FullText URL 74_4_335.pdf
Author Yamamoto, Yumiko| Hayashi, Yoshihiro| Murakami, Ichiro|
Abstract Since the discovery of the NAB2-STAT6 gene fusion in 2013, solitary fibrous tumor (SFT) and hemangiopericytoma (HPC) have been considered the same disease. STAT6 nuclear stain is approved as a highly sensitive and specific marker to diagnose SFT/HPC from other tumors with similar histology. As the next step, detection of fusion variants that may predict clinical malignancy of SFT/HPC has been attempted. However, no fusion variants with a clear relation to malignancy have been identified. In this study, the clinical and histological backgrounds of 23 Japanese patients diagnosed with SFT/HPC from 2000 to 2019 at Kochi University Hospital were examined to identify factors potentially related to recurrence. A significant relationship to recurrence was detected for mitosis ≥ 1/10 HPF (400×), necrosis, and Ki-67>5%. These findings indicate that a deliberate investigation of histological features such as mitosis and necrosis is crucial for the clinical observation of SFT/ HPC patients. In addition, Ki-67 was revealed to be a useful parameter to predict recurrence in SFT/HPC patients.
Keywords solitary fibrous tumor hemangiopericytoma Ki-67 NAB2-STAT6 WHO classification WHO grading criteria Marseille Grading System
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 335
End Page 343
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843765
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700009
NAID 120006880211
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60371
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Author Yamamoto, Ken-ichi| Kagawa, Hiroko| Arimoto, Sakae| Tan, Xian Wen| Yasui, Kento| Oshiki, Toshiyuki| Sakaguchi, Masakiyo|
Abstract An increasing accumulation of microplastics and further degraded nanoplastics in our environment is suspected to have harmful effects on humans and animals. To clarify this problem, we tested the cytotoxicity of two types of plastic wrap on human cultured liver cells and mouse primary cultured liver cells. Alcohol extracts from plastic wrap, i.e., polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC), showed cytotoxic effects on the cells. Alcohol extracts of polyethylene (PE) wrap were not toxic. The commercially available PVDC wrap consists of vinylidene chloride, epoxidized soybean oil, epoxidized linseed oil as a stiffener and stabilizer; we sought to identify which component(s) are toxic. The epoxidized soybean oil and epoxidized linseed oil exerted strong cytotoxicity, but the plastic raw material itself, vinylidene chloride, did not. Our findings indicate that plastic wraps should be used with caution in order to prevent health risks.
Keywords plastic wrap plasticizer, cytotoxicity, liver cells in vitro
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 327
End Page 334
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843764
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700008
NAID 120006880210
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60370
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Author Isoyama, Satoshi| Kimura, Satoshi| Morimatsu, Hiroshi|
Abstract Little is known about the role of a strong ions in humans with respiratory abnormalities. In this study, we investigated the associations between partial carbon dioxide pressure (pCO2) and each of sodium ion (Na+) concentrations, chloride ion (Cl−) concentrations and their difference (SIDNa-Cl). Blood gas data were obtained from patients in a teaching hospital intensive care unit between August 2013 and January 2017. The association between pCO2 and SIDNa-Cl was defined as the primary outcome. The associations between pCO2 and [Cl−], [Na+] and other strong ions were secondary outcomes. pCO2 was stratified into 10 mmHg-wide bands and treated as a categorical variable for comparison. As a result, we reviewed 115,936 blood gas data points from 3,840 different ICU stays. There were significant differences in SIDNa-Cl, [Cl−], and [Na+] among all categorized pCO2 bands. The respective pCO2 SIDNa-Cl, [Cl−], and [Na+] correlation coefficients were 0.48, −0.31, and 0.08. SIDNa-Cl increased and [Cl−] decreased with pCO2, with little relationship between pCO2 and [Na+] across subsets. In conclusion, we found relatively strong correlations between pCO2 and SIDNa-Cl in the multiple blood gas datasets examined. Correlations between pCO2 and chloride concentrations, but not sodium concentrations, were further found to be moderate in these ICU data.
Keywords acid-base phenomena Stewart approach strong ion difference chlorine ion partial carbon dioxide pressure
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 319
End Page 325
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843763
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700007
NAID 120006880209
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60369
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Author Nagamine, Yuichi| Hasibul, Khaleque| Ogawa, Takaaki| Tada, Ayano| Kamitori, Kazuyo| Hossain, Akram| Yamaguchi, Fuminori| Tokuda, Masaaki| Kuwahara, Tomomi| Miyake, Minoru|
Abstract We examined the effect of D-Tagatose on the growth of oral bacteria including Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans). Saliva collected from 10 healthy volunteers was plated on BHI medium (to culture total oral bacteria) and MBS medium (to culture S. mutans, specifically). Agar plates of BHI or MBS containing xylitol or D-Tagatose were cultured under aerobic or anaerobic conditions. We then counted the number of colonies. In BHI plates containing D-Tagatose, a complete and significant reduction of bacteria occurred under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. In MSB medium, significant reduction of S. mutans was also observed. We then performed a doubleblind parallel randomized trial with 19 healthy volunteers. They chewed gum containing xylitol, D-Tagatose, or both for 4 weeks, and their saliva was collected weekly and plated on BHI and MSB media. These plates were cultured under anaerobic conditions. Total bacteria and S. mutans were not effectively reduced in either the D-Tagatose or xylitol gum group. However, S. mutans was significantly reduced in volunteers chewing gum containing both D-Tagatose and xylitol. Thus, D-Tagatose inhibited the growth of S. mutans and many types of oral bacteria, indicating that D-Tagatose intake may help prevent dental caries, periodontitis, and many oral diseases.
Keywords D-Tagatose xylitol Streptococcus mutans oral bacteria chewing gum
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 307
End Page 317
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843762
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700006
NAID 120006880208
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Author Takahashi, Kei| Kitamura, Yoshihisa| Ushio, Soichiro| Sendo, Toshiaki|
Abstract Ketamine has been clinically proven to ameliorate depression, including treatment-resistant depression. The detailed mechanism of action of ketamine in treatment-resistant depression remains unclear. We examined the effects of ketamine on the immobility times of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)-treated rats during the forced swim test, and we explored the mechanism by which ketamine acts in this model. We investigated the neuroanatomical site of action by microinjecting ketamine into the medial prefrontal cortex of rats. A significant reduction of the rats’ immobility during the forced swim test was observed after the intraperitoneal injection of ketamine in both saline- and ACTH-treated rats. The microinjection of ketamine into the medial prefrontal cortex also decreased immobility during the forced swim test in both saline- and ACTH-treated rats. The immobility-decreasing effect of intraperitoneally injected ketamine was blocked by administering WAY100635, a 5-HT1A receptor antagonist, into the medial prefrontal cortex. These findings contribute to the evidence that ketamine can be useful against treatment-resistant depressive conditions. The immobility-reducing effects of ketamine might be mediated by 5-HT1A receptor activity in the medial prefrontal cortex.
Keywords ketamine adrenocorticotropic hormone forced swim test medial prefrontal cortex 5-HT1A receptor
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 301
End Page 306
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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PubMed ID 32843761
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700005
NAID 120006880207
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60367
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Author Yoshioka, Takashi| Omae, Kenji| Kawada, Tatsushi| Inoue, Yosuke| Sugimoto, Morito| Oeda, Tadashi| Uehara, Shinya| Araki, Motoo| Fukuhara, Shunichi|
Abstract In this retrospective single-center cohort study, we investigated the impact of preoperative use of an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor (AR) blocker on the outcome of single-session extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) in 193 male patients who underwent SWL for a single ureteral calculus between 2006 and 2016. We reviewed their medical records to obtain the data on the preoperative use of alpha-1 AR blockers. The primary outcome was treatment success after single-session SWL. We performed a multivariable logistic regression analysis adjusting for clinically important confounders to examine the association between preoperative use of alpha-1 AR blockers and the treatment success of SWL. Among the 193 patients, 15 (7.8%) were taking an alpha-1 AR blocker preoperatively. A multivariable analysis showed that preoperative use of an alpha-1 AR blocker was a significant negative predictor for treatment success of SWL (adjusted odds ratio 0.17; 95% confidence intervals, 0.04-0.74). Our findings suggest that the preoperative use of an alpha-1 AR blocker was a negative predictor of treatment success of SWL in male patients with a single ureteral calculus. Clinicians should pay more attention to the preoperative drug use in determining an appropriate stone therapy modality.
Keywords urolithiasis extracorporeal shockwave therapy adrenergic alpha-1 receptor antagonists
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 293
End Page 299
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843760
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700004
NAID 120006880206
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Author Kitamura, Shinji| Takahashi, Kensaku| Sang, Yizhen| Fukushima, Kazuhiko| Tsuji, Kenji| Wada, Jun|
Keywords immunofluorescent image renal pathology artificial intelligence deep learning diabetic nephropathy
Published Date 2020-07-09
Publication Title Diagnostics
Volume volume10
Issue issue7
Publisher MDPI
Start Page 466
ISSN 2075-4418
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
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PubMed ID 32660112
DOI 10.3390/diagnostics10070466
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Author Tsukahara, Kohei| Naitou, Hiromichi| Yorifuji, Takashi| Nosaka, Nobuyuki| Yamamoto, Hirotsugu| Osako, Takaaki| Nakao, Atsunori| the JaRPAC Study Group|
Abstract The importance of centralizing treatment services for severely ill children has been well established, but such entralization remains difficult in Japan. We aimed to compare the trauma and illness severity and mortality of children admitted to two common types of ICUs for children. According to the type of management and disposition of the medical provider, we classified ICUs as pediatric ICUs [PICUs] or general ICUs, and analyzed differences in endogenous and exogenous illness settings between them. Overall, 1,333 pediatric patients were included, with 1,143 patients admitted to PICUs and 190 patients to general ICUs. The Pediatric Cerebral Performance Category score (PCPC) at discharge was significantly lower in the PICU group (adjusted OR: 0.45; 95%CI: 0.23-0.88). Death and unfavorable neurological outcomes occurred less often in the PICU group (adjusted OR: 0.29; 95%CI: 0.14-0.60). However, when limited to exogenous illness, PCPC scores (adjusted OR: 0.38; 95%CI: 0.07-1.99) or death/unfavorable outcomes (adjusted OR: 0.72; 95%CI: 0.08-6.34) did not differ between the groups. PCPC deterioration and overall sequelae/death rates were lower in PICUs for children with endogenous illnesses, although the outcomes of exogenous illness were similar between the 2 unit types. Further studies on the necessity of centralization are warranted.
Keywords kids critical care mortality morbidity centralization
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 285
End Page 291
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
File Version publisher
Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843759
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700003
NAID 120006880204
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60364
FullText URL 74_4_275.pdf
Author Muro, Taiko| Nakamura, Shinichiro| Takaki, Akinobu| Onishi, Hideki| Wada, Nozomu| Yasunaka, Tetsuya| Uchida, Daisuke| Oyama, Atsushi| Adachi, Takuya| Shiraha, Hidenori| Okada, Hiroyuki|
Abstract Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a promising method for controlling tumors, although it does not entirely eliminate recurrence. Oxidative stress is associated with the progression of hepatocarcinogenesis, while also acting as an anticancer response. The objective of the present study was to investigate the factors influencing post-RFA outcomes. We recruited 235 newly diagnosed HCC patients who received RFA for single tumors. The patients with recurrence were sub-grouped into early and segmental recurrence groups. The characteristics of the sub-grouped patients were evaluated, including by measuring oxidative stress marker reactive oxygen metabolites and antioxidant marker OXY-adsorbent tests. The factors associated with poor survival were a high Child-Pugh score and early recurrence within 2 years in the same segment. The patients who experienced recurrence within 2 years in the same segment showed a larger tumor diameter than did others. According to a multivariate analysis, the OXY values were also significantly low in these patients. In conclusion, maintaining the antioxidant reservoir function with a high OXY value might be necessary to prevent early recurrence within the RFA-treated segment.
Keywords oxidative stress hepatocellular carcinoma recurrence, radiofrequency ablation
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 275
End Page 283
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
File Version publisher
Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843758
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700002
NAID 120006880203
JaLCDOI 10.18926/AMO/60363
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Author Inokuchi, Toshihiro| Hiraoka, Sakiko| Yasutomi, Eriko| Oka, Shohei| Yamasaki, Yasushi| Kinugasa, Hideaki| Takahar, Masahiro| Kawano, Seiji| Harada, Keita| Okada, Hiroyuki| Kato, Jun|
Abstract Determining factors that predict a favorable disease course without anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) agents would help establish a more cost-effective strategy for Crohn’s disease (CD). A retrospective chart review was performed for CD patients with disease durations > 10 years who had not received anti-TNF agents as first-line therapy. Patients were divided into 2 groups: those who received neither anti-TNF agents nor bowel resection (G1), and those who had received an anti-TNF agent and/or bowel resection (G2). The patient backgrounds, therapies and clinical courses were compared between the groups. A total of 62 CD patients met the inclusion criteria (males: 71%; median duration of follow-up: 19 years). Six patients were included in G1; they were significantly less likely to have upper gastrointestinal lesions than G2 (p=0.007). A multivariate analysis revealed that the significant factors for avoidance of bowel resection without anti-TNF treatment were non-stricturing and non-penetrating behaviors, and absence of upper gastrointestinal lesions at the diagnosis (hazard ratios 0.41 and 0.52; p=0.004 and 0.04, respectively). In consideration of the long treatment course of CD, patients with non-stricturing and non-penetrating behaviors and no upper gastrointestinal lesions should not be treated with anti-TNF agents as first-line therapy.
Keywords Crohn’s disease anti-TNF agent upper gastrointestinal lesion bamboo joint-like appearance
Amo Type Original Article
Publication Title Acta Medica Okayama
Published Date 2020-08
Volume volume74
Issue issue4
Publisher Okayama University Medical School
Start Page 265
End Page 274
ISSN 0386-300X
NCID AA00508441
Content Type Journal Article
language English
Copyright Holders CopyrightⒸ 2020 by Okayama University Medical School
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Refereed True
PubMed ID 32843757
Web of Science KeyUT 000562508700001
NAID 120006880202
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Author Yamashiro, Keisuke| Ideguchi, Hidetaka| Aoyagi, Hiroaki| Yoshihara-Hirata, Chiaki| Hirai, Anna| Suzuki-Kyoshima, Risa| Zhang, Yao| Wake, Hidenori| Nishibori, Masahiro| Yamamoto, Tadashi| Takashiba, Shogo|
Keywords high mobility group box 1 inflammation periodontal regeneration periodontitis osseointegration tooth movement wound healing
Published Date 2020-07-14
Publication Title Frontiers in Immunology
Volume volume11
Publisher Frontiers Media
Start Page 1461
ISSN 1664-3224
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
Copyright Holders © 2020 Yamashiro et al.
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PubMed ID 32760399
DOI 10.3389/fimmu.2020.01461
Web of Science KeyUT 000556581900001
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Author Morikawa, Yuko| Morimoto, Setsuyo| Yoshida, Eri| Naka, Shuhei| Inaba, Hiroaki| Matsumoto-Nakano, Michiyo|
Keywords Streptococcus mutans glutamine transporter biofilm membrane protein glnP
Published Date 2020-08-04
Publication Title Journal of Oral Microbiology
Volume volume12
Issue issue1
Publisher Taylor & Francis
Start Page 1797320
ISSN 2000-2297
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
Copyright Holders © 2020 The Author(s).
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DOI 10.1080/20002297.2020.1797320
Web of Science KeyUT 000555592200001
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Author Nanki, Yoshiko| Chiyoda, Tatsuyuki| Hirasawa, Akira| Ookubo, Aki| Itoh, Manabu| Ueno, Masaru| Akahane, Tomoko| Kameyama, Kaori| Yamagami, Wataru| Kataoka, Fumio| Aoki, Daisuke|
Published Date 2020-07-28
Publication Title Scientific Reports
Volume volume10
Issue issue1
Publisher Nature
Start Page 12581
ISSN 2045-2322
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
Copyright Holders © The Author(s) 2020
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PubMed ID 32724113
DOI 10.1038/s41598-020-69488-9
Web of Science KeyUT 000556398500004
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Author Yumoto, Yasuhiro| Hanafusa, Tadashi| Nagamatsu, Tomohiro| Okada, Shigeru|
Keywords low level radioactive sample (LLRS) low energy β-emitter Imaging Plate experimental incineration system
Published Date 1999-05-15
Publication Title Radioisotopes
Volume volume48
Issue issue5
Publisher 日本アイソトープ協会
Start Page 320
End Page 326
ISSN 00338303
NCID AN00351589
Content Type Journal Article
language English
OAI-PMH Set 岡山大学
NAID 10002684844