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Effect of methylphenidate on height in pediatric attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Methylphenidate (MPH), a first-line treatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) management, has been the focus of debate for decades regarding its effect on growth. The aim of this PRISMA met...
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Open AccessEffect of patient-related factors on hospitalization service satisfaction and recommendation intention of medical institutions in Korea
This study examined the factors that influence the 'Overall Satisfaction' and 'Intention to Recommend' of medical institutions used using the Korea Medical Service Experience Survey (2019–2021).
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Open AccessA randomized controlled trial of postoperative rehabilitation using digital healthcare system after rotator cuff repair
A digital healthcare system based on augmented reality (AR) has promising uses for postoperative rehabilitation. We compare effectiveness of AR-based and conventional rehabilitation in patients after rotator c...
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Open AccessEffect of medial open wedge high tibial osteotomy on progression of patellofemoral osteoarthritis
This study aimed to investigate the effect of medial open wedge high tibial osteotomy (MOWHTO) on patellofemoral joint osteoarthritis (PF OA) progression and its outcome according to the degree of preexisting ...
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Open AccessTreatment patterns and cost of exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease using multiple inhaler triple therapy in South Korea
Multiple inhaler triple therapy (MITT), comprising inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), long-acting beta-agonists (LABA), and long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMA), has been used as an escalation treatment for p...
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Morphological changes in the superficial medial collateral ligament on knee MR imaging: association with medial meniscal extrusion and posterior root medial meniscus abnormality
To assess the association between morphological changes in the superficial medial collateral ligament and meniscal extrusion with medial meniscus posterior root tear.
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Open AccessUtility of ultra-rapid real-time PCR for detection and prevalence of Rickettsia spp. in ticks
Rickettsia spp. are important tick-borne pathogens that cause various human and animal diseases worldwide. A tool for rapid and accurate detection of the pathogens from its vectors is necessary for prevention of ...
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Preoperative percutaneous needle lung biopsy techniques and ipsilateral pleural recurrence in stage I lung cancer
A recent meta-analysis of individual patient data revealed that preoperative percutaneous transthoracic needle lung biopsy (PTNB) was associated with an increased risk of ipsilateral pleural recurrence in stag...
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Evaluating subscapularis tendon tears on axillary lateral radiographs using deep learning
To develop a deep learning algorithm capable of evaluating subscapularis tendon (SSC) tears based on axillary lateral shoulder radiography.
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Open AccessDoes meniscectomy have any advantage over conservative treatment in middle-aged patients with degenerative medial meniscus posterior root tear?
The best treatment for degenerative medial meniscus posterior root tear (MMPRT) remains controversial. This study aimed to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes of arthroscopic meniscectomy and conser...
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Open AccessFat-suppressed T2 map** of human knee femoral articular cartilage: comparison with conventional T2 map**
There is paucity of studies applying fat suppressed (FS) technique to T2 map** to overcome chemical shift artifacts. The purpose of the study is to difference between FS T2 and conventional T2 map** and re...
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High Prevalence of Chronic Viral Hepatitis and Liver Fibrosis Among Mongols in Southern California
Mongolia is a highly endemic region for chronic hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis delta (HDV), and hepatitis C (HCV) infections. Aim of this study was to comprehensively characterize chronic viral hepatitis among M...
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Correction to: Gene expression profiles of pro-inflammatory mediators in the conjunctiva of patients with epiblepharon
In the original publication, affiliations 1 and 4 are the same. Yuri Seo's affiliaiton should also be changed to Yongin Severance Hospital.
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Gene expression profiles of pro-inflammatory mediators in the conjunctiva of patients with epiblepharon
To investigate the gene expression of pro-inflammatory mediators in the conjunctiva of pediatric patients with epiblepharon in a case-control study.
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Open AccessAstilbe Chinensis ethanol extract suppresses inflammation in macrophages via NF-κB pathway
Macrophages play a crucial role in inflammation. Astilbe chinensis is one of perennial herbs belonging to the genus Astilbe. Plants in the genus have been used for pain, headaches, arthralgia, and chronic bronchi...
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Open AccessTherapeutic potential of CKD-506, a novel selective histone deacetylase 6 inhibitor, in a murine model of rheumatoid arthritis
Histone deacetylase (HDAC) 6 promotes inflammation. We investigated the anti-arthritic effects of CKD-506, a novel HDAC6 inhibitor, in vitro and in a murine model of arthritis as a novel treatment option for r...
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Open AccessCost analysis of depression using the national insurance system in South Korea: a comparison of depression and treatment-resistant depression
The incidence and burden of depressive disorders are increasing in South Korea. There are many differences between pharmaceutically treated depression (PTD) and treatment-resistant depression (TRD), including ...
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Intra-articular facet joint steroid injection–related adverse events encountered during 11,980 procedures
To analyze the incidence and characteristics of intra-articular facet joint injection (FJI)–related adverse events requiring hospitalization and emergency room visits.
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Activating CCT2 triggers Gli-1 activation during hypoxic condition in colorectal cancer
Hypoxia, or the deficiency of oxygen, in solid tumors is majorly responsible for the progression of cancer and remains unaffected by chemotherapy, but still requires definitive definition of the hypoxia signal...
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Open AccessThe ameliorative effect of monotropein, astragalin, and spiraeoside on oxidative stress, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and mitochondrial signaling pathway in varicocelized rats
Monotropein, astragalin, and spiraeoside (MAS) are active compounds extracted from medicinal herbs; monotropein from Morinda officinalis How (Rubiaceae), astragalin (kaempferol 3-O-glucoside) from Cuscuta chin...