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Open AccessMenopausal status induces vaginal dysbiosis in women with human papillomavirus infection
In this study, we examined the difference in the vaginal microbiota of women infected with human papillomavirus (HPV), according to menopausal status. A total of 75 cervicovaginal swab samples from 38 pre- and...
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Open AccessDevelopment and validation of artificial intelligence-based analysis software to support screening system of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
Cervical cancer, the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide, often proves fatal and stems from precursor lesions caused by high-risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) infection. Accurate and early diagnos...
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Open AccessUnique inverse association between allergic rhinitis and periodontitis: a nationwide population-based study
The increase in fine dust levels in the atmosphere has been associated with a growth in the incidence of environmental diseases, including allergic rhinitis (AR). Nasal obstruction caused by AR can impact the ...
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Prognostic value of textural features obtained from F-fluorodeoxyglucose (F-18 FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) in patients with locally advanced cervical cancer undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy
To evaluate whether textural features obtained from F-18 FDG PET/CT offer clinical value that can predict the outcome of patients with locally advanced cervical cancer (LACC) receiving concurrent chemoradiothe...
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Sequentially dip-coated processed MAyFA1−yPbI3−xBrx perovskite layers from an aqueous halide-free lead precursor for efficient perovskite solar cells
A facile all-sequential-dip-coating deposition of MAyFA1−yPbI3−xBrx perovskite layers from an aqueous halide-free lead precursor, Pb(NO3)2 were carried-out towards an efficient, low cost, and an environmentally f...
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Simple preparation of highly efficient MAxFA1−xPbI3 perovskite films from an aqueous halide-free lead precursor by all dip-coating approach and application in high-performance perovskite solar cells
All sequential-dip-coating deposition of mixed organic cationic MAxFA1−xPbI3 perovskite films from an aqueous non-halide lead precursor solution was effectively developed. Efficient crystal phase and surface morp...
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Open AccessNationwide population-based study of prevalence and trend of borderline ovarian tumors in the Republic of Korea
Borderline ovarian tumors (BOTs) represent noninvasive tumors with uncertain malignant potential. They have a favorable prognosis although they can also recur or be fatal. There are limited population-based da...
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Exploring the prognostic significance of preoperative high normocalcemia in epithelial ovarian carcinoma
We investigated the association between serum ionized calcium and prognosis of EOC and determined the optimal cutoff value of ionized calcium level to predict the prognosis of EOC.
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Open AccessAssociation of cervical microbial community with persistence, clearance and negativity of Human Papillomavirus in Korean women: a longitudinal study
The present study aimed to identify the cervical microbes that are associated with HPV negativity, HPV clearance and HPV persistence and to assess the microbes’ longitudinal associations as related to HPV infe...
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Liquid Crystallinity of p-Aramid/Multi-walled Carbon Nanotube Composites
A systematic study regarding the liquid crystallinity of p-Aramid and MWCNTs composite at various p-Aramid and MWCNTs concentrations in sulphuric acid was investigated and optimized by solution viscosity measurem...
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Assessment and identification of nitrogen pollution sources in the Cheongmi River with intensive livestock farming areas, Korea
This study aimed to develop methods for assessing and identifying nitrogen sources in the Cheongmi River, Korea, that has intensive livestock farming areas (ILFA) in its watershed. The assessment focused on th...
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Open AccessAll Sequential Dip-Coating Processed Perovskite Layers from an Aqueous Lead Precursor for High Efficiency Perovskite Solar Cells
A novel, sequential method of dip-coating a ZnO covered mesoporous TiO2 electrode was performed using a non-halide lead precursor in an aqueous system to form a nanoscale perovskite film. The introduction of a Zn...
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Antimicrobial effect of photodynamic therapy using methylene blue and red color diode laser on biofilm attached to sandblasted and acid-etched surface of titanium
The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial effect of photodynamic therapy (PDT) on biofilm attached to sandblasted and acid-etched (SLA) surfaces.
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Effect of drug-loaded TiO2 nanotube arrays on osseointegration in an orthodontic miniscrew: an in-vivo pilot study
Osseointegration was evaluated for the surface of miniscrews with TiO2 nanotube arrays containing drugs in this in-vivo study. The diameter and length of the TiO2 nanotube arrays were about 70 nm and 5 μm, respec...
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Open AccessTailored CVD graphene coating as a transparent and flexible gas barrier
The chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method to obtain tailored graphene as a transparent and flexible gas barrier has been developed. By separating nucleation step from growth, we could reduce early graphene nu...
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Synthesis and characterization of poly(cyclohexylthioacrylate) (PCTA) with high refractive index and low birefringence for optical applications
In this study, a new development in thermoplastics was examined: a poly(cyclohexylthioacrylate) containing a sulfur atom in a polymer chain with a high refractive index. The poly(cyclohexylthioacrylate) was sy...
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Effect of TiO2 nanotubes arrays on osseointegration of orthodontic miniscrew
To increase the stability of orthodontic miniscrews, TiO2 nanotube arrays were fabricated on the surface of Ti miniscrews and the effect of those arrays on the osseointegration of miniscrews was evaluated. Highly...
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Comparison of Two Types of Double-J Ureteral Stents that Differ in Diameter and the Existence of Multiple Side Holes along the Straight Portion in Malignant Ureteral Strictures
This study was decided to evaluate the impact of diameter and the existences of multiple side holes along the straight portion of double-J ureteral stents (DJUS) on early dysfunction of stents placed for malig...
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Metabolic components and recurrence in early-stage cervical cancer
Epidemiological evidence suggests that the metabolic syndrome (MetS) is associated with increased risk of cervical cancer. However, research on the impact of MetS on prognosis in cervical cancer is lacking. Th...
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Open AccessMuscle weakness and myalgia as the initial presentation of serous ovarian carcinoma: a case report
Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) has one of the worst prognoses among gynecologic cancers. An appropriate screening method is not available for EOC, and the initial symptoms such as abdominal pain or bloating, ...
