26
|
Yoo JY, Kwak HJ, Ha EJ, Min SK, Kim JY. Comparison of McGrath videolaryngoscope-assisted insertion versus standard blind technique for flexible laryngeal mask airway insertion in adults. Singapore Med J 2022; 63:342-344. [DOI: 10.11622/smedj.2022080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
|
27
|
Min SK. Campaign for the optimal treatment of varicose veins: welcoming the declaration of the Code of Ethics issued by the Korean Society for Phlebology. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 2022. [DOI: 10.5124/jkma.2022.65.4.188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: Varicose veins (VV) is a common chronic venous disorder that is often left untreated due to its minor symptoms. However, recent developments in minimal invasive surgery has resulted in a rapid increase of VV treatment cases. Unfortunately, there have been some ethical issues regarding the high cost of intervention and non-professional treatment administered for VV at some private clinics.Current Concepts: Most endovenous therapies for VV are not reimbursed by the national health insurance but are only covered by personal health insurance plans in Korea. Rapid increase in the coverage costs for VV treatment has led to conflicts between the insurance companies and doctors in several cases. Recently, the Korean Society for Phlebology declared the Code of Ethics to support evidence-based treatment and warn against unethical practices related to interventions for VV.Discussion and Conclusion: The Korean Society for Vascular Surgery and Korean Society for Phlebology have just launched a campaign for the optimal treatment of VV on their YouTube channel, which shares accurate information regarding VV treatment to inform patients and doctors. To strengthen doctor-patient relationship and to avoid falling prey to unethical practitioners, it is critical to educate and update patients and healthcare service providers regarding the options available for VV treatment.
Collapse
|
28
|
Ahn S, Jo EA, Mo H, Jung IM, Kim HK, Han A, Min S, Min SK, Ha J. The True Incidence of Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: 20-Year Multicenter Review. J Vasc Surg 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2022.01.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
|
29
|
Min SK. Critical Tips on How to Respond to Peer Reviewers. Vasc Specialist Int 2022; 38:8. [PMID: 35361743 PMCID: PMC8971667 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.223811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
|
30
|
Ko H, Min SK. Successful Treatment of Recurrent Renal Artery Stenosis in a Patient with Moyamoya Disease by Aorto-Renal Bypass with Autogenous Vein Graft. Vasc Specialist Int 2022; 38:1. [PMID: 35042835 PMCID: PMC8763621 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.210079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 12/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
|
31
|
Jo EA, Choi KW, Han A, Ahn S, Min S, Jae H, Lee M, Min SK. Percutaneous Mechanical Thrombectomy of Submassive Pulmonary Embolism and Extensive Deep Venous Thrombosis for Early Thrombus Removal. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:47. [PMID: 35008066 PMCID: PMC8752335 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.210061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2021] [Revised: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Traditional treatment with anticoagulation in nonfatal submassive pulmonary embolism can result in serious sequelae of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension or poor exercise tolerance, and functional impairment. To prevent long-term complications in previously healthy young patients, other treatment options to actively resolve existing thrombi should be considered. Despite recommendations for use in only severe clinical presentations, endovascular interventional techniques could serve as suitable treatment options for such patients. Here we report the case of a previously healthy 23-year-old female with submassive pulmonary embolism and extensive deep vein thrombosis in the inferior vena cava down to the right popliteal vein. The patient was initially treated with catheter-directed thrombolysis. However, she continued to show extensive venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Percutaneous thrombectomy and aspiration using an AngioJet successfully removed the main pulmonary artery embolism and venous thrombus. The patient's recovery was uneventful, and 3-month follow-up showed no signs of recurrence or discomfort.
Collapse
|
32
|
Min SK. Controversies in the Treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (I): Is the NICE Guideline Nice to Patients? Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:39. [PMID: 34961750 PMCID: PMC8720577 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.213741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
|
33
|
Jo EA, Min S, Kim HK, Han A, Ahn S, Choi K, Min SK, Han J. Clinical implication of C1q deposition in kidney transplantation. KOREAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION 2021. [DOI: 10.4285/atw2021.or-1207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
|
34
|
Choi KW, Min S, Jo EA, Han A, Ahn S, Min SK, Ha J. ABO-incompatibility and donor-specific antibodies existence effect on antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplantation. KOREAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION 2021. [DOI: 10.4285/atw2021.op-1066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
|
35
|
Han A, Kim HK, Ahn S, Min SK, Kim S, Jeong C, Park H, Min S, Ha J. Immunomodulatory effects of probiotic Bifidobacterium bifidum with tacrolimus and sirolimus in mouse skin graft model. KOREAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION 2021. [DOI: 10.4285/atw2021.or-1175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
|
36
|
Kim JH, Lee HC, Kim SJ, Yoon SB, Kong SH, Yu HW, Chai YJ, Choi JY, Lee KE, Lee KW, Min SK, Shin CS, Park KJ. Perioperative hemodynamic instability in pheochromocytoma and sympathetic paraganglioma patients. Sci Rep 2021; 11:18574. [PMID: 34535733 PMCID: PMC8448751 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-97964-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2020] [Accepted: 09/02/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
Abstract
For pheochromocytoma and sympathetic paraganglioma (PPGL), surgery can be used as a curative treatment; however, the life-threatening risk of perioperative hemodynamic instability (HI) presents challenges. This study aimed to analyze the incidence and predictive factors of perioperative HI. The electronic medical records of 114 consecutive patients who underwent surgery for PPGLs at our institution were retrospectively reviewed. HI was defined as one or more episodes of systolic blood pressure > 200 mmHg or mean blood pressure < 60 mmHg during surgery. The factors predictive of perioperative HI were determined using both univariate and multivariate analyses. Intraoperative HI occurred in 79 (69.3%) patients. In multivariate analysis, α-adrenergic receptor blocker duration (days) (odds ratio, 1.015; 95% confidence interval, 1.001–1.029) was a predictor for intraoperative HI. Postoperative hypotension occurred in 36 (31.6%) patients. Higher urine epinephrine levels, and greater preoperative highest heart rate (HR) were predictive factors for postoperative hypotension in PPGL patients. Caution should be taken in perioperative management for PPGL, especially with long duration of α-adrenergic receptor blocker use, higher urine epinephrine levels, and greater preoperative highest HR.
Collapse
|
37
|
Han A, Park T, Kim HJ, Min S, Ha J, Min SK. Editor's Choice - Paclitaxel Coated Balloon Angioplasty vs. Plain Balloon Angioplasty for Haemodialysis Arteriovenous Access Stenosis: A Systematic Review and a Time to Event Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2021; 62:597-609. [PMID: 34420890 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2021.05.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2020] [Revised: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) was performed to determine the effectiveness and safety of drug coated balloon (DCB) angioplasty compared with uncoated plain balloon (PB) angioplasty in treating arteriovenous access stenosis. METHODS MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched for RCTs comparing paclitaxel coated DCB and PB angioplasty for arteriovenous access stenosis. The last date of the literature search was 31 December 2020. Risk of bias of the retrieved studies was assessed with the Cochrane Collaboration tool for assessing risk of bias (RoB 2.0). The random effects model was used to estimate the risk of loss of target lesion patency (six and 12 months) and circuit patency (six and 12 months). Procedure related adverse events and mortality rate were also compared. Patency results were pooled using the time to event meta-analytical method and the quality of evidence was assessed according to the GRADE approach. RESULTS Sixteen eligible trials, including 1 682 lesions, were included in the quantitative analysis for the efficacy and safety of paclitaxel coated DCBs. DCBs were associated with a lower risk of loss of target lesion patency at six months (HR 0.53, 95% CI 0.42 - 0.66) and 12 months (HR 0.60, 95% CI 0.47 - 0.76), and were also associated with improved six and 12 month circuit patency. Overall quality of evidence was moderate to low. Procedural complications were rare, and the risk of death up to 12 months was similar between the two groups (OR 1.03, 95% CI 0.68 - 1.56). CONCLUSION Paclitaxel coated DCBs reduced the risk of loss of target lesion patency and circuit patency in arteriovenous access stenosis compared with PBs. Considering the heterogeneity of the included trials, there is a need to investigate optimal treatment regimens regarding drug dose and agent of the DCB and the treatment procedure.
Collapse
|
38
|
Kim SM, Kim SH, Min SK. Electronic Publication of VSI Articles One by One: A Paradigm Shift for Easy Accessibility, More Citations, and Survival of the Fitter. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:24. [PMID: 34344841 PMCID: PMC8336602 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.213731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
|
39
|
Min SK. Geriatric Vascular Surgery: Time to Build Optimal Resources for the Perioperative Care of Elderly and Fragile Vascular Patients. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:19. [PMID: 34210914 PMCID: PMC8255165 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.213721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
|
40
|
Chung CTY, Min S, Min SK. Do Not Tunnel the Small Bowel during the Tunneling of a Femoro-Femoral Bypass. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:16. [PMID: 34176804 PMCID: PMC8236880 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.210036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
Abstract
A 62-year-old male with a history of femoro-femoral crossover bypass surgery 31 months previously presented with recurrent symptoms of fever and chills, along with a previous positive blood culture. Computed tomography showed vegetation in the bypass graft located in the peritoneal cavity, closely abutting the small bowel and soft tissue lesions in the right proximal thigh and distal calf. Under high suspicion of graft-enteric fistula with metastatic infection, surgery was performed to remove the previous graft and insert a new femoro-femoral bypass graft subcutaneously. Small bowel resection and anastomosis were also performed because the graft penetrated the small bowel mesentery and eroded into the small bowel. The patient had a patent graft without infection for more than 10 years. This case demonstrates the importance of tunneling in femoro-femoral crossover bypass free from the small bowel or other intraperitoneal organs.
Collapse
|
41
|
Kim H, Ahn S, Kim M, Chung CTY, Choi KW, Ko H, Han A, Min S, Min SK, Ha J. Comparison between autogenous brachial-brachial upper-arm elevated direct arteriovenous fistulas and prosthetic brachial-antecubital indirect forearm arteriovenous grafts. J Vasc Access 2021; 23:936-945. [PMID: 34058911 DOI: 10.1177/11297298211018020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVES The National Kidney Foundation Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (NKF-KDOQI) guidelines recommend forearm arteriovenous grafts (AVGs) as an alternative procedure to transposed basilic vein fistulas for providing secondary access during hemodialysis. Recently, autogenous elevated brachial-brachial vein fistulas (BVE) have become increasingly popular. The aim of this study was to compare the outcomes of BVE and forearm loop AVG (AVG) for secondary access in hemodialysis. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of patients who had received a BVE or forearm AVG at a single center from January 2015 to April 2019. In total, 19 BVE were created via two-stage operations and two via a one-stage operation; 53 forearm AVG's were performed. RESULTS The AVG group was twice as likely to suffer loss of primary patency compared with the BVE group (odds ratio [OR], 2.666; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.108-6.412; p = 0.029) per the multivariate analysis. The primary patency and primary assisted patency of the BVE group were superior those of the AVG group, except for secondary patency (p = 0.02, p = 0.07, p = 0.879, respectively). In subgroup analysis, there were no significant differences in primary, primary assisted, or secondary patency between AVG and BVE when brachial vein was used for AVG outflow. In addition, no significant differences were noted regarding the infection rate (12.5% vs 12.3%, p = 0.331, severity >0), postoperative bleeding rate (14.5% vs 3.5%, p = 0.191, severity >1), early thrombus rate (0.0% vs 10.5%, p = 0.122), and early failure rate (7% vs 4.8%, p = 0.591). CONCLUSIONS The primary patency and primary assisted patency rates of BVE were significantly better than those observed in AVGs, but the complication rates were similar. The appropriate procedure to provide vascular access should be determined by the individual patient's condition and the surgical skill of the operating surgeon.
Collapse
|
42
|
Ko H, Min S, Ahn S, Han A, Kim J, Min SK. Stump Length Changes after Endovenous Cyanoacrylate Closure or Radiofrequency Ablation for Saphenous Vein Incompetence. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:14-21. [PMID: 33795549 PMCID: PMC8021488 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.210006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2021] [Revised: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Purpose The aim of this study was to analyze changes in stump length over time in patients with saphenous vein incompetence treated with cyanoacrylate closure (CAC) or radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Methods Materials and We retrospectively analyzed data collected from patients with saphenous vein incompetence who underwent either CAC or RFA at Seoul National University Hospital between November 2015 and December 2018. The stump lengths were measured using duplex ultrasonography (DUS) within 1 month and 6 months after treatment. The Venous Clinical Severity Score (VCSS) and Aberdeen Varicose Vein Questionnaire (AVVQ) score were used to assess clinical outcomes. Results A total of 97 veins (64 great saphenous veins and 33 small saphenous veins) were analyzed. The stump length was not significantly different between the two groups at <1 month (P=0.311). However, the stump length in the CAC group was significantly longer than that in the RFA group at 6 months (P=0.004). At 6 months, the mean change in stump length was 1.41±2.28 cm in the CAC group and 0.51±0.54 cm in the RFA group (P=0.006). The VCSSs and AVVQ scores significantly improved after both procedures but were not significantly different between the two groups. Conclusion DUS at 6 months after treatment showed that the stump length in the CAC group increased more than that in the RFA group. No other factors affected the changes in stump length.
Collapse
|
43
|
Kim HK, Han A, Ahn S, Min S, Ha J, Min SK. Intravascular Fasciitis in the Femoral Vein with Hypermetabolic Signals Mimicking a Sarcoma: The Role of Preoperative Imaging Studies with Review of Literature. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:50-57. [PMID: 33775935 PMCID: PMC8021498 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.200079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2020] [Revised: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Intravascular fasciitis (IVF) is a very rare disease that is difficult to diagnose preoperatively. Frequently, it can be misdiagnosed as a malignancy or deep vein thrombosis. A 26-year-old man presented with a 6-month history of intermittent cramping pain in the right calf. Duplex ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and positron emission tomography were performed in various hospitals. The work-up revealed a hypermetabolic mass in the femoral vein, suggestive of a malignancy, such as leiomyosarcoma. The tumor was located inside the femoral vein with no invasion, and the mass was resected en bloc with the vein wall. Intraoperative frozen section biopsy revealed no malignancy, and the final pathological diagnosis was IVF. Herein, we report a case of IVF and discuss the role of imaging studies in its preoperative diagnosis, with an extensive literature review.
Collapse
|
44
|
Min SK. Ethics and Responsibilities of Peer Reviewers to the Authors, Readers, and Editors. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:1-3. [PMID: 33753576 PMCID: PMC8021489 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.213711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
|
45
|
Kim HK, Han A, Ahn S, Ko H, Chung CTY, Choi KW, Min S, Ha J, Min SK. Better Efficacy of Balloon Assisted Maturation in Radial-Cephalic Arteriovenous Fistula for Hemodialysis. Vasc Specialist Int 2021; 37:29-36. [PMID: 33795551 PMCID: PMC8021496 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.210003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 03/02/2021] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
Purpose Native arteriovenous fistula (AVF) is the first choice for hemodialysis access; however, the maturation failure rate remains high. Hence, balloon-assisted maturation (BAM) is increasingly being used to overcome maturation failure. This study evaluated the outcomes of BAM and compared the differences between radial-cephalic (RC) and brachial-cephalic (BC) AVF. Methods Materials and Between January 2013 and December 2017, 1,622 new AVFs were created. BAM was considered if the AVF did not satisfy the criteria for hemodynamic maturation (6-mm diameter and 500-mL/min flow rate within 8 weeks after the operation). Results Of the 1,622 AVFs, BAM was performed in 142 patients (8.75%). There were 92 RC and 50 BC AVFs. Multivariate analyses revealed that ipsilateral central vein catheter history was the sole risk factor for maturation failure after BAM. One-year functional primary patency (FPP) and functional secondary patency (FSP) in RC AVFs were higher than those in BC AVFs without statistical significance (FPP, RC vs. BC: 70.9% vs. 50.9%, P=0.099; FSP, 95.5% vs. 81.1%, P=0.146). Further, based on the multivariate analysis, the independent risk factors for FPP in the RC and BC AVFs were the number of BAMs (odds ratio [OR], 3.05; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.11-8.37; P=0.03) and age (OR, 1.04; 95% CI, 1.00-1.07; P=0.04), respectively. Conclusion BAM is a relatively good salvage method with tolerable patency. However, the risk factors for patency and the outcomes of BAM differ between RC and BC AVFs.
Collapse
|
46
|
Song EJ, Ahn S, Min SK, Ha J, Oh GT. Combined application of rapamycin and atorvastatin improves lipid metabolism in apolipoprotein E-deficient mice with chronic kidney disease. BMB Rep 2021. [PMID: 33050984 PMCID: PMC8016660 DOI: 10.5483/bmbrep.2021.54.3.136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
Abstract
Atherosclerosis arising from the pro-inflammatory conditions associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) increases major cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Rapamycin (RAPA) is known to inhibit atherosclerosis under CKD and non-CKD conditions, but it can cause dyslipidemia; thus, the co-application of lipid-lowering agents is recommended. Atorvastatin (ATV) has been widely used to reduce serum lipids levels, but its synergistic effect with RAPA in CKD remains unclear. Here, we analyzed the effect of their combined treatment on atherosclerosis stimulated by CKD in apolipoprotein E-deficient (ApoE−/−) mice. Oil Red O staining revealed that treatment with RAPA and RAPA+ ATV, but not ATV alone, significantly decreased the atherosclerotic lesions in the aorta and aortic sinus, compared to those seen in the control (CKD) group. The co-administration of RAPA and ATV improved the serum lipid profile and raised the expression levels of proteins involved in reverse cholesterol transport (LXRα, CYP7A1, ABCG1, PPARγ, ApoA1) in the liver. The CKD group showed increased levels of various genes encoding atherosclerosis-promoting cytokines in the spleen (Tnf-α, Il-6 and Il-1β) and aorta (Tnf-α and Il-4), and these increases were attenuated by RAPA treatment. ATV and RAPA+ATV decreased the levels of Tnf-α and Il-1β in the spleen, but not in the aorta. Together, these results indicate that, in CKD-induced ApoE−/− mice, RAPA significantly reduces the development of atherosclerosis by regulating the expression of inflammatory cytokines and the co-application of ATV improves lipid metabolism.
Collapse
|
47
|
Min SK, Chung JW. Comment on "A 35 Year History of Stent Grafting and How EVAR Conquered the World". Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg 2021; 61:865. [PMID: 33549469 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2020.11.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2020] [Accepted: 11/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
|
48
|
Min SK, Chung JW. Forgotten Stories of the First Fenestrated Endovascular Aneurysm Repair in Human Performed in 1995 and Published in 1996. Vasc Specialist Int 2020; 36:203-206. [PMID: 33229628 PMCID: PMC7790698 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.203641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
|
49
|
Choi JS, Ko H, Kim HK, Chung C, Han A, Min SK, Ha J, Min S. Renal transplantation in patients with an augmentation cystoplasty. KOREAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION 2020; 34:238-243. [PMID: 35770106 PMCID: PMC9188940 DOI: 10.4285/kjt.20.0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2020] [Revised: 10/25/2020] [Accepted: 10/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Background The effects of renal transplantation in patients with augmentation cystoplasty are still controversial. We retrospectively analyzed nine patients who underwent renal transplantation after augmentation cystoplasty. Methods A total of nine patients who underwent augmentation cystoplasty prior to renal transplantation between January 1990 and May 2020 were reviewed. Basic information on augmentation cystoplasty, transplant procedures, and long-term outcomes of renal transplantation were analyzed. Results The bowel segments utilized for augmentation cystoplasty were the stomach in two patients (one patient needed revision using the ileum), the ileum in four patients, the ileocolic pouch in one patient, the sigmoid in one patient, and the ureter in one patient. All the cystoplasties were performed prior to renal transplantation. The mean follow-up period after transplantation was 161 months (range, 2–341 months). Two patients had an episode of acute rejection each; however, their graft functions were well-maintained. Five patients had recurrent urinary tract infections, and three of these patients progressed to allograft failure. One patient died from bladder cancer with a functioning graft. Five of nine patients showed well-maintained graft function. Conclusions Renal transplantation after bladder augmentation surgery is a major operation requiring a high level of surgical skill. Based on our long-term experiences, we recommend diligent postoperative monitoring for urinary tract infections, optimal catheter use, and use of appropriate antibiotic prophylaxis to avoid severe complications.
Collapse
|
50
|
Ko H, Han A, Chang H, Min SK. Carotid Blowout Syndrome of an Infected Pseudoaneurysm after Radiation Therapy of Parotid Cancer: Successful Multidisciplinary Treatment with Coiling, Pseudoaneurysm Excision, Debridement, and Plastic Reconstruction. Vasc Specialist Int 2020; 36:268-269. [PMID: 33408293 PMCID: PMC7790700 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.200082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Accepted: 12/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
|