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Kim SY, Cho S, Lee JH, Kim JT, Kim WH. Myocardial Protective Effect of Antegrade Cardioplegic Cardiac Arrest Versus Ventricular Fibrillation During Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Immediate Postoperative and Mid-Term Left Ventricular Function in Right Ventricular Outflow Tract Surgery. Artif Organs 2017; 41:988-996. [PMID: 28670776 DOI: 10.1111/aor.12898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2016] [Revised: 11/01/2016] [Accepted: 11/02/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The objective of this study is to examine the myocardial protective effect of antegrade cardioplegic cardiac arrest (ACC) versus ventricular fibrillation (VF) on short-term and mid-term left ventricular (LV) function in right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT) surgery. RVOT operations conducted from January 2006 to December 2015 were reviewed. The numbers of cases using ACC and VF were 71 and 49, respectively. Postoperative mortality and morbidity were compared between the two groups. Before and after propensity score matching, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and left ventricular end-systolic/end-diastolic diameter (LVESD/LVEDD) in echocardiography were measured immediately after operation and at mid-term follow-up between postoperative 6 and 24 months. There was no perioperative mortality or cerebrovascular accident. There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of ventricular and atrial arrhythmia. In the overall patient group, LVESD was significantly decreased in the ACC group compared to the VF group immediately after operation (-0.65 ± 3.55 mm vs. 2.99 ± 4.98 mm, P = 0.001). Mid-term follow-up data demonstrated that LVEF at midterm was higher in the ACC group than in the VF group (64.80% ± 7.40% vs. 60.24% ± 7.93%, P = 0.022). However, the increased amount compared to preoperative value was not statistically significant (1.94% ± 12.65% vs. -2.94% ± 9.41%, P = 0.059). After propensity score matching, the LVEF was significantly improved in the ACC group compared to the VF group at the mid-term follow-up (6.16% ± 6.77% vs. -5.41% ± 9.05%, P = 0.001). Multiple linear regression model demonstrated that lower preoperative LVEF, ACC rather than VF, and exclusion of RVOT reconstruction procedure were positive prognostic factors for the improvement of LVEF at mid-term follow up. The results of this study suggest that myocardial protection using ACC is safe and may be more beneficial in LV function recovery up to the mid-term follow-up after pulmonary valve replacement and other RVOT procedures.
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Lee YY, Yoon W, Kim SK, Baek BH, Kim GS, Kim JT, Park MS. Acute Basilar Artery Occlusion: Differences in Characteristics and Outcomes after Endovascular Therapy between Patients with and without Underlying Severe Atherosclerotic Stenosis. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2017; 38:1600-1604. [PMID: 28546252 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a5233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2017] [Accepted: 03/24/2017] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Prediction of underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis before endovascular therapy might be helpful for appropriate therapeutic planning in patients with acute ischemic stroke. This study aimed to compare the characteristics and treatment outcomes in patients with acute basilar artery occlusion relative to the existence or nonexistence of underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty-two patients with acute basilar artery occlusion underwent multimodal endovascular therapy. All patients underwent stent-retriever thrombectomy as a first-line endovascular therapy. Patients with underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis underwent additional intracranial angioplasty and stent placement. The clinical and imaging characteristics and treatment outcomes were retrospectively analyzed and compared between patients with and without intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis. RESULTS Underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis was identified at the occlusion site in 15 patients (24.1%). Occlusion in the proximal segment of the basilar artery was more common in patients with intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (60% versus 6.4%, P < .001), whereas occlusion in the distal segment was more common in those without it (91.5% versus 26.7%, P < .001). Bilateral thalamic infarction on a pretreatment DWI was less common in patients with intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis (0% versus 27.7%, P = .027) compared with those without it. There were no significant differences in the rates of successful revascularization, favorable outcome, symptomatic hemorrhage, and mortality between the 2 groups. CONCLUSIONS Underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis was not uncommon in patients with acute basilar artery occlusion. The occlusion segment of the basilar artery and the presence or absence of bilateral thalamic infarction on a pretreatment DWI might be helpful for predicting underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis in patients with acute basilar artery occlusion. Patients with and without underlying intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis who underwent endovascular therapy had similar outcomes.
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Song IK, Ji S, Kim EH, Lee JH, Kim JT, Kim HS. Heart rate variability may be more useful than pulse transit time for confirming successful caudal block under general anesthesia in children. Anesth Pain Med (Seoul) 2017. [DOI: 10.17085/apm.2017.12.2.140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Jang YE, Kim EH, Song IK, Lee JH, Ryu HG, Kim HS, Kim JT. Prediction of the mid-tracheal level using surface anatomical landmarks in adults: Clinical implication of endotracheal tube insertion depth. Medicine (Baltimore) 2017; 96:e6319. [PMID: 28328810 PMCID: PMC5371447 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000006319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Endotracheal tube (ETT) should be placed at the optimal level to avoid single lung ventilation or accidental extubation. This study was performed to estimate the mid-tracheal level by using surface anatomical landmarks in adult patients.Neck computed tomography images of 329 adult patients between the ages of 16 and 79 years were reviewed. In the midline sagittal plane, the levels corresponding to the vocal cords, cricoid cartilage, suprasternal notch, manubriosternal junction, and carina were identified. The surface distances from the cricoid cartilage to the suprasternal notch (extCC-SSN) and that from the suprasternal notch to the manubriosternal junction (extSSN-MSJ) were measured. The relationship between mid-tracheal level and the surface distances was analyzed using Bland-Altman plot.The difference between the extCC-SSN and the mid-tracheal level was -6.6 (12.5) mm, and the difference between the extSSN-MSJ and the mid-tracheal level was -19.2 (6.1) mm. The difference between the extCC-SSN and the mid-tracheal level was smaller in females compared with males [-1.7 (11.7) mm vs -12.8 (10.7) mm; P < 0.001].The mid-tracheal level, which is helpful in planning the insertion depth of an ETT, can be predicted by the surface distance between the cricoid cartilage and suprasternal notch in adults, especially in females.
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Kim EH, Ji SH, Song IK, Lee JH, Kim JT, Kim HS. Simple method for obtaining the optimal laryngoscopic view in children: A prospective observational study. Am J Emerg Med 2017; 35:867-870. [PMID: 28139308 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2017.01.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2016] [Revised: 01/18/2017] [Accepted: 01/23/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Head and neck positioning has an important effect on laryngeal visualization during laryngoscopy. For small children and infants, a head-flat position is traditionally assumed; however, during laryngoscopy, the optimal head position may result in a superior laryngeal view in certain patients. METHODS We investigated whether the alignment of the external auditory meatus and the sternal notch with a pillow with an individualized height is associated with improved laryngeal visualization during direct laryngoscopy in pediatric patients. We enrolled 49 pediatric patients (3 to 6years old) receiving general anesthesia. The percentage of glottic opening score and ease of handling the laryngoscope (range 0-10) were recorded before and after head positioning with the pillow. RESULTS Most of the children, except two patients, needed a pillow beneath their head to align the external auditory meatus and the sternal notch. The percentage of glottic opening score was significantly higher after pillow adjustment compared to that in the neutral position (50 [20-80] vs. 90 [37.5-100]; p<0.0001). Handling of the laryngoscope improved with pillow adjustment (7 [6.0-8.0] vs. 9 [8.0-10.0]; p<0.0001). There were no significant complications during intubation. CONCLUSIONS Positioning of the head in order to align it with the external auditory meatus and sternal notch was associated with superior laryngoscopic visualization in pediatric patients. This resulted, in a more straightforward laryngoscopic procedure. TRIAL REGISTRATIONS http://cris.nih.go.kr identifier: KCT 0001156.
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Lee JH, Oh HW, Song IK, Kim JT, Kim CS, Kim HS. Determination of insertion depth of flexible laryngeal mask airway in pediatric population—A prospective observational study. J Clin Anesth 2017; 36:76-79. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2016.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2016] [Revised: 10/04/2016] [Accepted: 10/29/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Kim JT, Hong SH, Park HJ, Kim YS, Suh JY, Lee JK, Park JM, Maity T, Eckert J, Kim KB. Deformation mechanisms to ameliorate the mechanical properties of novel TRIP/TWIP Co-Cr-Mo-(Cu) ultrafine eutectic alloys. Sci Rep 2017; 7:39959. [PMID: 28067248 PMCID: PMC5220307 DOI: 10.1038/srep39959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2016] [Accepted: 11/28/2016] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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In the present study, the microstructural evolution and the modulation of the mechanical properties have been investigated for a Co-Cr-Mo (CCM) ternary eutectic alloy by addition of a small amount of copper (0.5 and 1 at.%). The microstructural observations reveal a distinct dissimilarity in the eutectic structure such as a broken lamellar structure and a well-aligned lamellar structure and an increasing volume fraction of Co lamellae as increasing amount of copper addition. This microstructural evolution leads to improved plasticity from 1% to 10% without the typical tradeoff between the overall strength and compressive plasticity. Moreover, investigation of the fractured samples indicates that the CCMCu alloy exhibits higher plastic deformability and combinatorial mechanisms for improved plastic behavior. The improved plasticity of CCMCu alloys originates from several deformation mechanisms; i) slip, ii) deformation twinning, iii) strain-induced transformation and iv) shear banding. These results reveal that the mechanical properties of eutectic alloys in the Co-Cr-Mo system can be ameliorated by micro-alloying such as Cu addition.
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Park YH, Yoo DH, Kim EH, Song IK, Lee JH, Kim HS, Kim WH, Kim JT. Optimal Transducer Level for Atrial and Pulmonary Arterial Pressure Measurement in Patients with Functional Single Ventricle. Pediatr Cardiol 2017; 38:44-49. [PMID: 27696307 DOI: 10.1007/s00246-016-1481-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2016] [Accepted: 09/23/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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This study aimed to investigate the optimal transducer level for accurate measurement of atrial and pulmonary arterial pressures in the supine position for patients with functional single ventricle. Contrast-enhanced chest computed tomographic images of 108 patients who underwent either the bidirectional cavopulmonary shunt (BCPS) placement or the Fontan procedure were reviewed. Vertical distances from the skin of the back to the uppermost levels of fluid in the single atrium or the pulmonary artery confluence and their ratios to the greatest anteroposterior (AP) diameter of the thoracic cage were determined. In patients who underwent BCPS, the ratios of the uppermost levels of blood in the atrium and pulmonary artery confluence to the greatest AP diameter of the thorax were 76.0 ± 8.1 and 56.3 ± 5.5 %, respectively. The distance (mm) between these two levels was calculated as 24.2 + 0.31 × age (years) (r 2 = 0.08, P < 0.03). In patients who underwent the Fontan procedure, the ratios were 79.3 ± 10.0 and 58.3 ± 5.8 %, respectively. The distance (mm) between these two levels was calculated as 31.1 + 0.44 × age (years) (r 2 = 0.05, P < 0.11). The optimal transducer levels for measuring atrial and pulmonary arterial pressures in the supine position are 75-80 and 55-60 % of the AP diameter of the thorax, respectively, in patients with functional single ventricle. We should consider the difference of the pressure when atrial and pulmonary arterial pressures were measured with the same level of transducers.
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Kim Y, Son S, Chun C, Kim JT, Lee DY, Choi HJ, Kim TH, Cha EJ. Effect of PEG addition on pore morphology and biocompatibility of PLLA scaffolds prepared by freeze drying. Biomed Eng Lett 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s13534-016-0241-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022] Open
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Song IK, Ro S, Lee JH, Kim EH, Kim HS, Bahk JH, Kim JT. Reference Levels for Central Venous Pressure and Pulmonary Artery Occlusion Pressure Monitoring in the Lateral Position. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2016; 31:939-943. [PMID: 27919724 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2016.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2016] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate reference levels for central venous pressure or pulmonary artery occlusion pressure monitoring in a lateral position. DESIGN Retrospective observational study. SETTING A tertiary university hospital. PARTICIPANTS A total of 204 adults who underwent chest computed tomography scan in the 90° lateral position from November 2006 to February 2015. INTERVENTIONS None. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS Distances from the mid-sternum to the uppermost and lowermost blood levels of both atria were measured. Ratios of the distance from the bottom of the thorax to the uppermost and the lowermost blood levels of both atria to the largest diameter of the thorax were calculated. There were significant differences between the distances from the mid-sternum to the uppermost and the lowermost blood levels of the right atrium and those of the left atrium in the right and left lateral positions, respectively. There were significant differences in the uppermost (3.3±0.1 cm; 95% confidence interval [CI] 3.1-3.5) and the lowermost (4.4±0.1 cm; 95% CI 4.2-4.7) blood levels of the right atrium between the right and left lateral positions. Although the uppermost (1.5±0.1 cm; 95% CI 1.3-1.8) and the lowermost (0.4±0.1 cm; 95% CI 0.2-0.6) blood levels of the left atrium between the right and left lateral positions showed differences, their extent was smaller than the right atrium. The uppermost and the lowermost blood levels of the right atrium lay lower than those of the left atrium in the 90° right lateral position. In contrast, in the 90° left lateral position, the uppermost and the lowermost blood levels of the right atrium lay higher than those of the left atrium. CONCLUSIONS When monitoring the central venous pressure and pulmonary artery occlusion pressure with patients in the lateral position, changes in the blood level of both atria should be considered when releveling the reference transducer.
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Song IK, Kim SH, Ryu J, Lee E, Oh HM, Kim EH, Lee JH, Kim HS, Kim JT. Prediction of the midtracheal level based on external anatomical landmarks: implication of the optimal insertion depth of endotracheal tubes in pediatric patients. Paediatr Anaesth 2016; 26:1142-1147. [PMID: 27542329 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Optimal positioning of endotracheal tubes (ETTs) decreases the risk of accidental extubation or endobronchial intubation. This study evaluated the usefulness of external anatomical landmarks as practical references for determining an insertion depth of an ETT in pediatric patients. METHODS Computed tomography images of the necks of 183 pediatric patients (≤16 years of age) were reviewed. Levels corresponding to the vocal cords, cricoid cartilage, suprasternal notch, manubriosternal junction, and carina were identified on sagittal reconstructed images. The surface measurements from the cricoid cartilage to the suprasternal notch and that from the suprasternal notch to the manubriosternal junction were determined. Bland-Altman analysis was used to interpret the relationship between the midtracheal level and the surface measurements. RESULTS The difference between the midtracheal level and the surface distance from the cricoid cartilage to the suprasternal notch was 3.5 ± 7.0 mm, which was closer to zero than that between the midtracheal level and the surface distance from the suprasternal notch to the manubriosternal junction of 15.1 ± 6.1 mm. CONCLUSION The midtracheal level, helpful in planning the insertion depth of an ETT, can be predicted by measuring the surface distance from the cricoid cartilage to suprasternal notch in pediatric patients.
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Jung JY, Kim EH, Song IK, Lee JH, Kim HS, Kim JT. The influence of age on positions of the conus medullaris, Tuffier's line, dural sac, and sacrococcygeal membrane in infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Paediatr Anaesth 2016; 26:1172-1178. [PMID: 27562404 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12998] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/01/2016] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to analyze the distances between the conus medullaris and the Tuffier's line, and between the dural sac and the sacrococcygeal membrane (SCM) in the same pediatric population. METHODS Spinal magnetic resonance images and simple X-ray images of 350 patients aged from 1 month to 20 years were reviewed. Positions of the conus medullaris, Tuffier's line, the dural sac, and the SCM were identified. Each position was recorded in relation to the corresponding vertebral body segments. The distances between the conus medullaris and Tuffier's line, and between the dural sac and the SCM, were measured and then assessed according to age using an analysis of variance and a linear regression analysis. RESULTS The median levels of the conus medullaris and Tuffier's line were in the lower third of L1 [the first lumbar vertebral body] and the middle third of L5, respectively. The levels of the conus medullaris and Tuffier's line were lower in younger populations. The distance between the conus medullaris and Tuffier's line ranged from 1.5 to 4.75 vertebral body height. However, a narrow range of 1.5-2.5 vertebral height was observed only in children younger than 2 years. The level of the dural sac did not differ greatly by age, but the upper limit of the SCM was lower in older populations. The distance between the dural sac and the upper limit of the SCM increased with age. CONCLUSIONS In children, there is a distance of 1.5-4.75 vertebral body height between the conus medullaris and the Tuffier's line. However, these distances were narrower among younger populations. The distance between the dural sac and the upper limit of the SCM increased with age.
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Shimasaki T, Kim JT, DeMille D. Production of RbCs Molecules in the Rovibronic Ground State via Short-Range Photoassociation to the 2 1 Π 1 , 2 3 Π 1 , and 3 3 Σ1+ States. Chemphyschem 2016; 17:3677-3682. [PMID: 27762048 DOI: 10.1002/cphc.201600933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2016] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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We report the production of ultracold 85 Rb133 Cs molecules in their rovibronic ground state X 1 Σ+ (v=0; J=0), by short-range photoassociation (PA) to the 2 1 Π1 , 2 3 Π1 , and 3 3 Σ1+ states. In the PA frequency range from 11650 to 12150 cm-1 (corresponding to energy levels 15500-16000 cm-1 above the bottom of the X potential), we have observed 40 sets of new PA lines. For selected PA states, we investigate vibrational branching, rotational branching, and saturation behavior. Among these 40 new PA lines, the 3 3 Σ1+ (v=3) state has the highest molecule production rate of 2 x 103 molecules s-1 into the rovibronic ground state.
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Chun C, Lee DY, Kim JT, Kwon MK, Kim YZ, Kim SS. Effect of molecular weight of hyaluronic acid (HA) on viscoelasticity and particle texturing feel of HA dermal biphasic fillers. Biomater Res 2016; 20:24. [PMID: 27606073 PMCID: PMC5013587 DOI: 10.1186/s40824-016-0073-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2016] [Accepted: 07/26/2016] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Background Hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal biphasic fillers are synthesized for their efficacy in correcting aesthetic defects such as wrinkles, scars and facial contouring defects. The fillers consist of crosslinked HA microspheres suspended in a noncrosslinked HA. To extend the duration of HAs within the dermis and obtain the particle texturing feel, HAs are crosslinked to obtain the suitable mechanical properties. Results Hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal biphasic fillers are prepared by mixing the crosslinked HA microspheres and the noncrosslinked HAs. The elastic modulus of the fillers increased with raising the volume fraction of the microspheres. The mechanical properties and the particle texturing feel of the fillers made from crosslinked HA (1058 kDa) microspheres suspended in noncrosslinked HA (1368 kDa) are successfully achieved, which are adequate for the fillers. Conclusions Dermal biphasic HA fillers made from 1058 kDa exhibit suitable elastic moduli (211 to 420 Pa) and particle texturing feel (scale 7 ~ 9).
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Chun C, Kim Y, Son S, Lee DY, Kim JT, Kwon MK, Kim YZ, Kim SS. Viscoelasticity of Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers Prepared by Crosslinked HA Microspheres. POLYMER-KOREA 2016. [DOI: 10.7317/pk.2016.40.4.600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Kwon MJ, Kim EH, Song IK, Lee JH, Kim HS, Kim JT. Optimizing Prone Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Identifying the Vertebral Level Correlating With the Largest Left Ventricle Cross-Sectional Area via Computed Tomography Scan. Anesth Analg 2016; 124:520-523. [PMID: 27454066 DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000001369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND Placing the patient in the prone position frequently is required for some surgical procedures. If cardiac arrest occurs and the patient cannot be safely turned supine, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) may need to be performed with the patient in the prone position. Although clear landmarks have been defined for supine CPR, the optimal hand position for CPR in the prone position has not been clearly determined. The purpose of this study was to determine anatomically the optimal hand position for CPR in the prone position. METHODS We reviewed retrospectively the chest computed tomography images of 100 patients taken in the prone position. The vertebral body levels crossing the medial angle of the scapula, the inferior angle of the scapula, and the spinous process of the vertebral body connected to the most inferior rib were identified, and we selected the image level at which the left ventricular (LV) cross-sectional area was the largest. This level was defined as the optimal compression level and correlated to surface anatomical landmarks. We calculated the ratio of the distance from the C7 spinous process to the level of the largest LV cross-sectional area divided by the distance from the C7 spinous process to the spinous process of the vertebral body connected with the most inferior rib. RESULTS The level of the largest LV cross-sectional area in the prone position was 1 vertebral segment below the inferior angle of the scapula in 45% (99% confidence interval [CI], 33-58) of patients and 0 to 2 vertebral segments below that in 95% (99% CI, 86-98) of patients. The mean (SD) ratio of the distance from the C7 spinous process to the level of the largest LV cross-sectional area divided by the distance from the C7 spinous process to T12 spinous process was 67% ± 7% (99% CI, 65-69). CONCLUSIONS When the patient is positioned prone, the largest LV cross-sectional area is 0 to 2 vertebral segments below the inferior angle of the scapula in at least 86% of patients. Further studies are needed to determine whether this position is optimal for chest compressions in the prone position.
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Kim DK, Jhang WK, Ahn JY, Lee JS, Kim YH, Lee B, Kim GB, Kim JT, Huh J, Park JD, Chung SP, Hwang SO. Part 6. Pediatric advanced life support: 2015 Korean Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Clin Exp Emerg Med 2016; 3:S48-S61. [PMID: 27752646 PMCID: PMC5052919 DOI: 10.15441/ceem.16.132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2016] [Revised: 03/19/2016] [Accepted: 03/19/2016] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Lee JS, Ahn JY, Kim DK, Kim YH, Lee B, Jhang WK, Kim GB, Kim JT, Huh J, Park JD, Chung SP, Hwang SO. Part 5. Pediatric basic life support: 2015 Korean Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Clin Exp Emerg Med 2016; 3:S39-S47. [PMID: 27752645 PMCID: PMC5052915 DOI: 10.15441/ceem.16.131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2016] [Revised: 03/19/2016] [Accepted: 03/19/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Song IK, Lee JH, Jung S, Kim JT, Kim HS. Estimation of the plasma effect site equilibration rate constant of sufentanil in children using the time to peak effect of heart rate and blood pressure. Indian J Pharmacol 2016; 47:360-4. [PMID: 26288466 PMCID: PMC4527054 DOI: 10.4103/0253-7613.161251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2014] [Revised: 01/17/2015] [Accepted: 04/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Objectives: Although targeting the effect site concentration may offer advantages over the traditional forms of administering intravenous anesthetics, it is not applicable for sufentanil in children because its plasma effect site equilibration rate constant (ke0) is not known yet. We estimated ke0 of sufentanil in children using the time to peak effect (tpeak) method. Materials and Methods: Under general anesthesia, sufentanil tpeak was measured after administration of a submaximal bolus dose by means of the decrease in heart rate, blood pressure and calculated approximate entropy (ApEn) of electroencephalogram in 105 children (age range: 3–11 years). ke0 was estimated using tpeak and known sufentanil pharmacokinetic parameters in normal children. Results: The mean tpeaks were measured as 44 ± 22 s and 227 ± 91 s by heart rate and by mean blood pressure respectively. The estimated ke0 were 5.16/min and 0.49/min by heart rate and blood pressure respectively. tpeak could not be measured using the ApEn, thus ke0 could not be calculated by ApEn in children. Conclusions: Shorter measured sufentanil tpeak by heart rate compared to blood pressure indicate that the heart rate decrease faster than decreasing of blood pressure. Moreover, the calculated sufentanil ke0 in children depends on the pharmacodynamics parameters.
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Song IK, Kim DH, Kim EH, Lee JH, Kim JT, Kim HS. Efficacy of bioelectrical impedance analysis during the perioperative period in children. J Clin Monit Comput 2016; 31:625-630. [DOI: 10.1007/s10877-016-9881-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2015] [Accepted: 04/15/2016] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Lee JH, Kim EK, Song IK, Kim EH, Kim HS, Kim CS, Kim JT. Critical incidents, including cardiac arrest, associated with pediatric anesthesia at a tertiary teaching children's hospital. Paediatr Anaesth 2016; 26:409-17. [PMID: 26896152 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/28/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Analysis of critical incidents provides valuable information to improve the quality and safety of patient care. This study identified and analyzed pediatric anesthesia-related critical incidents including cardiac arrests in a tertiary teaching children's hospital. METHODS All pediatric anesthesia-related critical incidents reported in a voluntary departmental reporting system between January 2008 and August 2013 were included in the analysis. A critical incident was defined as (i) any incident that altered patients' vital signs and affected the management of patients while they were under the care of an anesthesiologist, and (ii) human factor: where patient injury or accidents were as a result of human error. Changes in vital signs that recovered spontaneously were excluded. RESULTS During the 6-year study period, a total of 229 critical incidents were reported from 49,373 anesthetic procedures. The most frequently reported incidents were associated with the respiratory system (55%), with tracheal tube-related events accounting for 40.9% of respiratory incidents followed by laryngospasm (17.3% of respiratory incidents). Cardiac arrest occurred in 42 cases in this study (8.5 cases per 10,000 anesthetics). Cardiovascular problems were the major causes of cardiac arrest (66.7%), and incidents of cardiogenic shock and hemorrhage/hypotension contributed equally to the cardiac arrest induced by cardiovascular problems (each 16.7%). Human factor-related events accounted for 58.5% of all critical incidents of which 53.7% were respiratory events. CONCLUSION Despite recent improvements in safety of pediatric anesthesia, many preventable factors still remain that can lead to critical incidents.
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Song IK, Park YH, Lee JH, Kim JT, Choi IH, Kim HS. Randomized controlled trial on preemptive analgesia for acute postoperative pain management in children. Paediatr Anaesth 2016; 26:438-43. [PMID: 26890267 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/28/2016] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Preemptive analgesia is an anti-nociceptive treatment that starts before surgery and prevents the establishment of central sensitization. Whether preemptive analgesia is more effective than conventional regimens for managing postoperative pain remains controversial. This study evaluated the efficacy of intravenous preemptive analgesia for acute postoperative pain control in pediatric patients. METHODS In this prospective randomized controlled trial, 51 children aged 3-7 years, scheduled for corrective osteotomy were randomized into control (group C) or preemptive (group P) group. Both groups received standardized general anesthesia, including intravenous patient-controlled analgesia (IV-PCA) with fentanyl, which was started before skin incision in group P or 5 min thereafter in group C. IV-PCA data, pain scores using verbal rating scale (VRS) and Wong-Baker FACES(®) pain rating scale (WBFS), emergence agitation score (EAS) using the Pediatric Anesthesia Emergence Delirium (PAED) scale, analgesic requirements, and complications were recorded. RESULTS The primary outcome, pain score at postoperative 1 h, showed no difference between the groups. Both groups did not demonstrate emergence agitation (PAED cutoff value ≥ 12), although the EAS at admission to the postanesthetic care unit (PACU) was lower in group P than in group C (P = 0.002; mean difference 4.85, 95% CI 1.97-7.73). There were no differences in the delivered volume of IV-PCA, frequency of pushing the IV-PCA button, effective push attempts, VRS, WBFS, EAS at discharge from the PACU, additional analgesic requirements, and complications. CONCLUSION Preemptive analgesia using IV-PCA with fentanyl showed no significant advantages for postoperative analgesia after corrective osteotomy in pediatric patients.
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Kim JT, Kim D, Liberzon A, Chamorro LP. Three-dimensional Particle Tracking Velocimetry for Turbulence Applications: Case of a Jet Flow. J Vis Exp 2016:53745. [PMID: 26967544 DOI: 10.3791/53745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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3D-PTV is a quantitative flow measurement technique that aims to track the Lagrangian paths of a set of particles in three dimensions using stereoscopic recording of image sequences. The basic components, features, constraints and optimization tips of a 3D-PTV topology consisting of a high-speed camera with a four-view splitter are described and discussed in this article. The technique is applied to the intermediate flow field (5 <x/d <25) of a circular jet at Re ≈ 7,000. Lagrangian flow features and turbulence quantities in an Eulerian frame are estimated around ten diameters downstream of the jet origin and at various radial distances from the jet core. Lagrangian properties include trajectory, velocity and acceleration of selected particles as well as curvature of the flow path, which are obtained from the Frenet-Serret equation. Estimation of the 3D velocity and turbulence fields around the jet core axis at a cross-plane located at ten diameters downstream of the jet is compared with literature, and the power spectrum of the large-scale streamwise velocity motions is obtained at various radial distances from the jet core.
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Kim EH, Lee JH, Song IK, Kim HC, Kim HS, Kim JT. Influence of caudal traction of ipsilateral arm on ultrasound image for supraclavicular central venous catheterization. Am J Emerg Med 2016; 34:851-5. [PMID: 26947376 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2016.01.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2015] [Revised: 01/28/2016] [Accepted: 01/31/2016] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The first step for successful ultrasound (US)-guided subclavian vein (SCV) catheterization using a supraclavicular approach is to obtain a good longitudinal image of SCV for in-plane needle placement. We evaluated the efficacy of caudal traction of ipsilateral arm on the exposure of the SCV. METHODS We enrolled 20 infants, 20 children, and 20 adults undergoing general anesthesia. After tracheal intubation, US probe was applied as the supraclavicular approach, and the longitudinal US image of SCV was obtained in 3 different ipsilateral arm positions: neutral, caudal traction, and abduction. The length of puncturable SCV, the diameter of SCV, and the available angle for needle insertion in 3 different arm positions were analyzed. RESULTS In all patients, the length of puncturable SCV and the available angle for needle insertion were significantly increased after caudal traction (35.6% ± 27.1% and 25.0% ± 19.3%, respectively) and decreased after the abduction (36.6% ± 22.9% and 29.5% ± 23.8%, respectively) compared to neutral position. The diameter of SCV was not changed after applying the caudal traction in infants and children. However, in adults, the caudal traction slightly increased the diameter of SCV (P = .012). CONCLUSION The caudal traction of ipsilateral arm toward to the knee improves the longitudinal US view of SCV for the supraclavicular approach, without reducing its size. Proper caudal traction of the arm might ensure the high success rate with safe needle insertion technique. Abduction should be avoided during US-guided supraclavicular SCV catheterization.
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Kim YH, Hwang KT, Kim JT, Kim SW. What is the ideal interval between dressing changes during negative pressure wound therapy for open traumatic fractures? J Wound Care 2016; 24:536, 538-40, 542. [PMID: 26551646 DOI: 10.12968/jowc.2015.24.11.536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is effective in infection control during treatment of severe open fractures. However frequent dressing changes during NPWT are costly and cause patient discomfort. If the interval between dressing changes could be extended, these problems would be reduced. In this article we compare the outcomes of open IIIB fractures with 3-day versus 7-day intervals between dressing changes. METHOD Patients who sustained Gustilo IIIB open fractures were included. All underwent conventional orthopaedic fixation with delayed latissimus dorsi flap coverage. Group 1 had 3-day intervals between dressing changes and group 2 had 7-day intervals. The final outcomes in the two groups were analysed. RESULTS There were 38 patients in group 1 and 34 patients in group 2. Although the period between admission and final operation was similar in the two groups, the mean number of NPWT changes was 4.54 in 3 day in group 1 and 1.95 in group 2 (p<0.001). This led to a difference in NPWT-related costs; $341.26 in group 1 and $237.49 in group 2 (p<0.001). There was no difference in the frequency of complications such as infection or non-union of fractures. CONCLUSION NPWT is useful treatment option for open fractures, to bridge between initial debridement and final microsurgical tissue transfer. Considering patient comfort, the costs related to the NPWT, and the final flap results, a 7-day interval between changes of the NPWT is acceptable.
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Khoroshun AN, Chernykh AV, Tsimbaluk AN, Kirichenko JA, Yezhov PV, Kuzmenko AV, Kim JT. Properties of an Axial Optical Vortex Generated with the Use of a Gaussian Beam and Two Ramps. JOURNAL OF NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY 2016; 16:2105-2107. [PMID: 27433739 DOI: 10.1166/jnn.2016.12029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The behavior of an axial optical vortex (OV), which is generated with the use of a Gaussian beam and two ramps implemented by a phase-only spatial light modulator (SLM), is studied as a function of the parameters of two ramps. The analytic solution of a wave equation is obtained in the Fresnel approximation for the diffraction of a Gaussian beam on the two-ramp structure. Nonlinear dependences of the ellipticity gamma of the intensity distribution in the OV core, as well as the angle (phi between the x-axis and the major ellipse axis of the vortex core, on the ramp phase gradient K, are analyzed. The values of given parameters obtained in optical and numerical experiments are in good agreement. It is shown that, as the gradients of the phases of two ramps vary in the limits of 3pi rad/cm, the ellipticity and the slope angle of the major axis ellipse are changed, respectively, by 0.3 and 56 degrees. This gives possibility to efficiently control the parameters of OVs.
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Lee JH, Min SH, Song IK, Kim HS, Kim CS, Kim JT. Control of Cardiopulmonary Bypass Flow Rate Using Transfontanellar Ultrasonography and Cerebral Oximetry During Selective Antegrade Cerebral Perfusion. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2016; 30:186-91. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2015.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2015] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Yuan J, Zhao Y, Ji Z, Li Z, Kim JT, Xiao L, Jia S. The determination of potential energy curve and dipole moment of the (5)0(+) electronic state of (85)Rb(133)Cs molecule by high resolution photoassociation spectroscopy. J Chem Phys 2015; 143:224312. [PMID: 26671380 DOI: 10.1063/1.4936914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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We present the formation of ultracold (85)Rb(133)Cs molecules in the (5)0(+) electronic state by photoassociation and their detection via resonance-enhanced two-photon ionization. Up to v = 47 vibrational levels including the lowest v = 0 vibrational and lowest J = 0 levels are identified with rotationally resolved high resolution photoassociation spectra. Precise Dunham coefficients are determined for the (5)0(+) state with high accuracy, then the Rydberg-Klein-Rees potential energy curve is derived. The electric dipole moments with respect to the vibrational numbers of the (5)0(+) electronic state of (85)Rb(133)Cs molecule are also measured in the range between 1.9 and 4.8 D. These comprehensive studies on previously unobserved rovibrational levels of the (5)0(+) state are helpful to understand the molecular structure and discover suitable transition pathways for transferring ultracold atoms to deeply bound rovibrational levels of the electronic ground state.
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Lee DY, Cheon C, Song S, Kim YZ, Kim JT, Jang JW, Kim SS. Influence of Molecular Weight on Swelling and Elastic Modulus of Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers. POLYMER-KOREA 2015. [DOI: 10.7317/pk.2015.39.6.976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Song IK, Lee JH, Kang JE, Park YH, Kim HS, Kim JT. Continuous glucose monitoring system in the operating room and intensive care unit: any difference according to measurement sites? J Clin Monit Comput 2015; 31:187-194. [PMID: 26561080 DOI: 10.1007/s10877-015-9804-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2015] [Accepted: 11/06/2015] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Given the benefit of glucose control in the perioperative period, we evaluated the accuracy and performance of the continuous glucose monitoring system (CGMS) depending on different measurement sites in the operating room (OR) and in the intensive care unit (ICU). Patients over 18 years of age scheduled for elective surgery and ICU admission were enrolled prospectively. Two CGMS sensors were inserted into the subcutaneous tissue of the proximal lateral thigh and the lateral abdomen. The rate of successful measurements from thigh and abdomen in the OR and in the ICU were calculated separately. Each CGMS values were compared with the time-matched arterial blood glucose measurements. CGMS values from both measurement sites were also compared. A total of 22 patients undergoing cardiac surgeries were studied. The rate of successful measurements was higher in the ICU (73.2 %) than in the OR (66.0 %) (P = 0.01); however, that from thigh (72.9 %) and from abdomen (58.7 %) showed statistically significant difference only in the OR (P = 0.04). The Pearson correlation coefficient of thigh and abdomen versus arterial values was 0.67 and 0.60, respectively (P < 0.001). In Clarke error grid analysis, 94.6 % (89.3 % in the OR and 96.1 % in the ICU) of values from thigh fell into clinically acceptable zones compared to 93.7 % (89.0 % in the OR and 95.4 % in the ICU) from abdomen. There were no statistically significant differences in the accuracy according to measurement sites. The CGMS showed high measurement failure rate, especially in the OR. In the OR, the rate of successful measurement was higher from thigh than from abdomen. The CGMS showed low accuracy compared to arterial reference values. Nevertheless, there was no difference in the accuracy of the CGMS between two measurement sites. Perioperative performance of the CGMS still needs to be improved considering relatively low successful measurement rates.
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Song IK, Lee JH, Kang JE, Oh HW, Kim HS, Park HP, Kim JT. Comparison of central venous catheterization techniques in pediatric patients: needle vs angiocath. Paediatr Anaesth 2015; 25:1120-6. [PMID: 26248059 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND A needle or an angiocath has been generally used as a route for inserting a guide wire during central venous catheterization. We compared the needle with the angiocath for ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization in pediatric patients concerning accuracy and easiness. METHODS One hundred and thirty-two patients aged between 1 day and 5 years were randomized into the needle and the angiocath groups. The study was separately carried out in two age groups: newborns vs infants and children. The primary outcome was time to successful insertion of the guide wire. Secondary outcomes including other time variables (time to 1st successful puncture of the vein, time between 1st successful puncture of the vein and successful insertion of the guide wire, total time to successful central venous catheterization), frequency variables (number of the puncture attempts, number of the guide wire insertion attempts), success rates (1st successful puncture rate, 1st successful guide wire insertion rate), and complications. RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences in time and frequency variables, success rates, and complications between both the age groups. Time to 1st successful puncture of the vein (36.8 ± 31.7 vs 19.8 ± 27.1 s; 95% CI of mean difference 2.2-31.8; P = 0.03) and number of puncture attempts (1.6 ± 0.7 vs 1.3 ± 0.8; P = 0.02) were significantly greater in newborns with the needle, whereas with the angiocath, the number of puncture attempts was larger in newborns than in infants and children (1.7 ± 1.2 vs 1.2 ± 0.7; P = 0.02). CONCLUSION The angiocath showed no superiority over the needle for ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization in pediatric patients. Regardless of the needle or the angiocath, puncture of the vein was more difficult in newborns than in infants and children.
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Hwang KS, Jeon YS, Lee YH, Hwangbo S, Kim JT. Epitaxially-Grown Europium-Doped Barium Titanate Films on Various Substrates for Red Emission. JOURNAL OF NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY 2015; 15:7848-7852. [PMID: 26726427 DOI: 10.1166/jnn.2015.11187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Intense red photoluminescence under ultraviolet excitation was observed in epitaxially-grown europium-doped perovskite BaTiO3 thin films deposited on the SrTiO3 (100), MgO (100) and sapphire (0001) substrates using metal carboxylate complexes. Precursor films prepared by spin coating were pyrolyzed at 250 °C for 120 min in argon, followed by final annealing at 850 °C for 60 min in argon. Crystallinity and epitaxy of the films were analyzed by X-ray diffraction θ-2θ scan and pole-figure analysis. Photoluminescence of the thin films at room temperature under 254 nm was confirmed by a fluorescent spectrophotometer. The obtained epitaxial BaTiO3 thin films on the SrTiO3 (100) and MgO (100) substrates show an intense red-emission lines at 615 nm corresponding to the (5)D0 --> (7)F2 transitions on Eu(3+) with broad bands at 595 and 650 nm.
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Song IK, Lee JH, Kim EH, Kim HS, Kim JT. Inverted Prosthetic Valve Detected by Transesophageal Echocardiography After Mitral Valve Replacement. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2015; 29:e78-9. [PMID: 26409921 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2015.06.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2015] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Kim JT, Kim BS, Jeong HS, Heo YK, Shin SW, Lee JY, Shim YH, Lee DY. Effect of surface-treatments on flexibility and guided bone regeneration of titanium barrier membrane. JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN CRYSTAL GROWTH AND CRYSTAL TECHNOLOGY 2015. [DOI: 10.6111/jkcgct.2015.25.3.098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Park YH, Chung EJ, Lee JH, Kim JT, Kim CS, Kim HS. Determination of the 95% effective dose of remifentanil for the prevention of coughing during extubation in children undergoing tonsillectomy (with or without adenoidectomy). Paediatr Anaesth 2015; 25:567-72. [PMID: 25559991 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/14/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Limited data are available regarding the 95% effective dose (ED95 ) of remifentanil to prevent the cough response during emergence from general anesthesia in children. METHODS This study included 40 patients aged 3-12 years who underwent elective tonsillectomy with or without adenoidectomy. A predetermined remifentanil dose was infused continuously with desflurane during surgery and was continued until extubation. In the emergence period, the cough response during awake extubation was assessed to determine the remifentanil dose for the next patient. The first patient received remifentanil at the rate of 0.01 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) , and subsequent patients received a 0.01 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) higher dose than the previous patient if there was more than moderate coughing detected, and the patient after those with less than mild coughing received either the same dose (95% probability) or a 0.01 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) lower dose (5% probability) using the biased coin design. Times to extubation and adverse events were recorded. The ED95 was calculated using the maximum-likelihood estimation. RESULTS The ED95 of remifentanil for preventing coughing during extubation was 0.060 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) (95% confidence interval, 0.037-0.068). There was moderate coughing in all groups receiving 0.01-0.06 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) of remifentanil, but no cough response occurred in the group receiving remifentanil 0.07 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) . Time to extubation was weakly correlated with remifentanil infusion rate (r = 0.331). One patient who received remifentanil 0.07 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) showed desaturation over 5 s immediately after extubation, but recovered after receiving 100% oxygen. CONCLUSION The ED95 of the continuous remifentanil infusion rate was 0.060 μg·kg(-1) ·min(-1) to prevent the cough response during extubation in children after tonsillectomy.
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Kang JE, Park SK, Song IK, Lee JH, Kim JT, Kim HS. Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Different Doses of Propacetamol for Postoperative Pain Control after Breast Surgery. Pain Manag Nurs 2015; 16:367-71. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pmn.2014.08.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2014] [Revised: 08/28/2014] [Accepted: 08/29/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Lee HJ, Kim JT, Shin MH, Choi DY, Park YS, Hong JT. The ossification pattern in paediatric occipito-cervical spine: is it possible to estimate real age? Clin Radiol 2015; 70:835-43. [PMID: 25979852 DOI: 10.1016/j.crad.2015.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2014] [Revised: 03/03/2015] [Accepted: 04/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM To retrospectively analyse the synchondrosis from the occipital bone to the whole cervical spine and determine the feasibility and validity of age estimation using computed tomography (CT) images. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 231 cervical spine or neck CT images of young children (<7 years of age) were examined. Twelve ossification centres were assessed (occiput: n = 2; atlas: n = 2; axis, n = 6; whole sub-axial vertebra: n = 2), and the ossification process was graded as open (O, fully lucent), osseous bridging (B, partially ossified), and fusion (F, totally ossified). After the first analysis was completed, the resulting chronological chart was used to estimate the age of 10 new cases in order to confirm the usefulness of the chart. RESULTS Infancy was easily estimated using the sub-axial or C2 posterior ossification centres, while the posterior occipital regions provided good estimation of age between 1-2 years. The most difficult period for accurate age estimation was between 2-4 years. However, the C2 anterior (neurocentral ossification) and C1 posterior regions did yield information to help determine the age around 3 years. The anterior occipital region was useful for age estimation between 4-5 years, and the C1-anterior region was potentially useful to help decide among the other parameters. The test for age estimation (TAE) had a very high ICC score (0.973) among the three observers. CONCLUSION Segmentalised analysis can enhance the ability to estimate real age, at least by the year. The analysis of the occipital bone made a strong contribution to the usefulness of the chorological chart. An organised chronological chart can provide readily available information for age estimation, and the primary application of the above data (TAE) demonstrated the validity of this approach.
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Kang JE, Song IK, Lee JH, Hur M, Kim JT, Kim HS. Pulse transit time shows vascular changes caused by propofol in children. J Clin Monit Comput 2015; 29:533-7. [DOI: 10.1007/s10877-015-9680-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2014] [Accepted: 02/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Lee JH, Nam K, Park YH, Kim JT. Iatrogenic supravalvular aortic stenosis detected by transesophageal echocardiography in a pediatric patient undergoing cardiac surgery. Anesth Analg 2015; 120:26-29. [PMID: 25625252 DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000000486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Lee DY, Kim JT, Song YS, Kim BY. Influence of Calcination Temperature on Crystal Structure of Pt-TiO2 Nanofibers. JOURNAL OF NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY 2015; 15:566-569. [PMID: 26328403 DOI: 10.1166/jnn.2015.8325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Platinum (Pt) doped TiO2 nanofibers were prepared by a sol-gel derived electrospinning and subsequent calcination for 3 h at temperatures from 500 degrees C to 700 degrees C in air. The influence of calcination temperature on crystal structure of the Pt-TiO2 nanofibers was investigated by using an X-ray diffractometer (XRD) and a transmission electron microscope (TEM). The fibers possessed both anatase and rutile phases of TiO2 as a function of the calcination temperature. At 500 degrees C, only anatase phase was observed. However, the rutile phase started to grow with increasing the temperature. At 700 degrees C, 47% of rutile phase with a crystallite size of 31 nm was detected. The continuous and smooth Pt-TiO2 fibers with a diameter of 38 nm were changed to the particulate morphology (at 700 degrees C) with increasing the temperature. This result is particularly important because the calcination temperature is attributed to the fiber morphology and the crystal structure.
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Lee JH, Park YH, Song HG, Park HP, Kim HS, Kim CS, Kim JT. The effect of lidocaine on apoptotic neurodegeneration in the developing mouse brain. Korean J Anesthesiol 2014; 67:334-41. [PMID: 25473463 PMCID: PMC4252346 DOI: 10.4097/kjae.2014.67.5.334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2014] [Revised: 07/31/2014] [Accepted: 08/08/2014] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background General anesthetics induce neuronal apoptosis in the immature brain. Regional anesthesia using local anesthetics can be an alternative to general anesthesia. Therefore, this study investigated the possible effect of lidocaine on neuronal apoptosis. Methods Fifty-one 7-day-old C57BL6 mice were allocated into control (group C), lidocaine (group L), lidocaine plus midazolam (group LM) and isoflurane (group I) groups. Group C received normal saline administration. Groups L and LM were injected with lidocaine (4 mg/kg, subcutaneously) only and the same dose of lidocaine plus midazolam (9 mg/kg, subcutaneously). Group I was exposed to 0.75 vol% isoflurane for 6 h. After 6 h, apoptotic neurodegeneration was assessed using caspase-3 immunostaining and terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick-end labelling (TUNEL) staining. Results For the entire brain section, neuronal cells exhibiting caspase-3 activation were observed more frequently in group I than in group C (P < 0.001). In the thalamus, apoptosis of group L was more frequent than that of group C (P < 0.001), but less freqent than that of groups LM and I (P = 0.0075 and P < 0.001, respectively). In the cortex, group I experienced more apoptosis than group L and C (all Ps < 0.001). On TUNEL staining, the difference in apoptosis between the lidocaine and control groups was marginal (P = 0.05). Conclusions Lidocaine induced minimal apoptosis in the developing brain compared with isoflurane and lidocaine plus midazolam. However, we cannot fully exclude the possible adverse effect of subcutaneously administered lidocaine on the developing brain.
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Park YH, Lee JH, Byon HJ, Kim HS, Kim JT. Transthoracic echocardiographic guidance for obtaining an optimal insertion length of internal jugular venous catheters in infants. Paediatr Anaesth 2014; 24:927-32. [PMID: 24853395 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/24/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND There are multiple methods of determining the optimal position of central venous catheter (CVC) tips. The purpose of this study was to assess the feasibility of transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), and compare TTE and height-based method for correct positioning of CVCs in infants undergoing cardiac surgery. METHODS Ultrasonography-guided central venous catheterization was performed via the right internal jugular vein. Longitudinal images of the right atrium and superior vena cava were obtained using TTE. The catheter tip was located 10 mm above the crista terminalis. If the catheter tip was not clearly visualized, the probe was rotated to obtain transverse images and the CVC tip was positioned at the level of the pulmonary artery bifurcation. The mean distance from the catheter tip to the level of the carina was compared with that calculated using a height-based formula. RESULTS Among 106 cases, positioning of the CVC tip under TTE guidance failed in four patients; thus, the success rate was 96.2%. The mean distance from the CVC tip to the level of the carina was different for positioning using the TTE method (-3.8 ± 8.2 mm; 95% confidence interval, -5.5 to -2.2 mm) and that using the height-based formula (6.1 ± 9.6 mm; 95% CI, 4.2 to 8.0 mm; P = 0.001). The distance was consistent regardless of the height when the insertion length was determined using TTE (r = -0.048, P > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Transthoracic echocardiography is a practical method for the correct placement of the CVC tip with less variability compared to the height-based method.
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Jang WS, Kim WH, Choi K, Nam J, Kim JT, Lee JR, Kim YJ, Kim GB. Aortopexy with preoperative computed tomography and intraoperative bronchoscopy for patients with central airway obstruction after surgery for congenital heart disease: postoperative computed tomography results and clinical outcomes. Pediatr Cardiol 2014; 35:914-21. [PMID: 24509564 DOI: 10.1007/s00246-014-0875-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2013] [Accepted: 01/23/2014] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Bronchoscopy-guided aortopexy is a surgical management option for patients with central airway obstruction after congenital heart surgery. This study aimed to evaluate the usefulness of bronchoscopy-guided aortopexy based on midterm follow-up evaluation with computed tomography (CT) and clinical outcome. From January 2004 to August 2011, bronchoscopy-guided aortopexy was performed for 16 patients (median age 0.5 years, M:F = 10:6) who had central airway obstruction caused by extrinsic compression (13 in the left main bronchus, 2 in the trachea, 1 in the diffuse trachea and bronchus) after congenital heart surgery. The surgical site for aortopexy was determined by the anatomic relationship between the aorta and the compressed bronchus according to preoperative CT and intraoperative bronchoscopy. The median follow-up period was 2.3 years. The ratios of the diameter and area of stenosis at the narrowed point were estimated using pre- and postoperative CT. Almost all the patients (15/16) showed relief of their preoperative symptoms. The median extubation time was 18 h. The stenosis diameter and area ratios significantly improved, as shown by with the immediate postoperative CT (7.7-48.5%, p = 0.003; 54.8-80.5%, p = 0.006). Airway stenosis of more than 75% (p = 0.013), immediate diameter ratio improvement of <50% (p = 0.015), preoperative severe respiratory insufficiency (p = 0.038), and male sex (p = 0.024) were associated with recurrent minor respiratory susceptibility. Bronchoscopy-guided aortopexy is a safe and reliable surgical management choice for central airway obstruction after congenital heart surgery. Furthermore, airway improvement after aortopexy was maintained during the midterm follow-up evaluation, according to CT measurements.
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Chung HW, Yun CM, Kim JT, Kim SW, Oh J, Huh K. Retinal sensitivity assessed by microperimetry and corresponding retinal structure and thickness in resolved central serous chorioretinopathy. Eye (Lond) 2014; 28:1223-30. [PMID: 25081286 DOI: 10.1038/eye.2014.185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2013] [Accepted: 06/26/2014] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the relationship between retinal sensitivity (RS) assessed by microperimetry (MP) and retinal structural changes in patients with resolved central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC). METHODS Spectral domain optical coherence tomography (OCT) examination and MP tests were performed in patients with resolved CSC. Point-to-point correlation was performed between RS and corresponding retinal structural changes using Pearson's correlation analysis. In addition, in a 1-mm zone in the central fovea, a correlation was calculated between the mean RS and the mean central retinal thickness (CRT). RESULTS Eighty-four eyes were analyzed. The total number of MP test points was 1092 (84 eyes × 13 points). The mean RS and retinal point thickness (RPT) of all test points were 13.53±3.84 dB and 208.6±48.0 μm, respectively. The RS and RPT were significantly decreased in the test points with loss of the ellipsoid portion of the inner segments (EPIS) (P<0.0001). Within the 1-mm foveal center zone, there was a significant correlation between mean RS and mean CRT (r=0.432, P<0.0001) and between RS and the corresponding RPT (r=0.339, P<0.0001). CONCLUSION RS was dependent on the status of the EPIS in patients with resolved CSC. The correlation between mean RS and mean CRT was compatible with the point-to-point correlation between RS and the corresponding RPT.
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Lee JH, Park YH, Kim HS, Kim JT. Comparison of two devices using near-infrared spectroscopy for the measurement of tissue oxygenation during a vascular occlusion test in healthy volunteers (INVOS® vs. InSpectra™). J Clin Monit Comput 2014; 29:271-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s10877-014-9595-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2014] [Accepted: 06/28/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Lee JH, Park YH, Kim JT, Kim CS, Kim HS. The effect of sevoflurane and ondansetron on QT interval and transmural dispersion of repolarization in children. Paediatr Anaesth 2014; 24:421-5. [PMID: 24372925 DOI: 10.1111/pan.12339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/28/2013] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study evaluated the prolongation of QT interval by the combination of sevoflurane and ondansetron in pediatric patients. Additionally, transmural dispersion of repolarization as interval between the peak and end of the T wave (Tp-e) and Tp-e/QT ratio was also measured to assess the risk of ventricular arrhythmia. METHODS The 3-lead electrocardiography (ECG) in lead II was sampled at three stages: at preinduction, just before (Sevo alone) and finally, after administration of ondansetron (Sevo+Ondansetron) in 41 children aged from 3 to 12 years. The QT interval was corrected for heart rate using Bazett's formula. And, Tp-e interval was obtained, and Tp-e/QT ratio was calculated. For analysis of the changes of parameters, a repeated-measures analysis of variance was used to identify significant differences in QTc, Tp-e interval and Tp-e/QT ratio at the three epochs. RESULTS The mean QTc at preinduction period was 413.8 (20.8) ms. The mean Sevo alone and Sevo+Ondansetron QTcs were 432.5 (28.1) and 439.2 (27.6) ms, and the differences in QTc prolongation between stages were all significant (P < 0.01). Ondansetron increased Tp-e interval significantly; however, Tp-e/QT ratio was not different among three stages. There were no ECG abnormalities such as atrial or ventricular arrhythmia and T-wave abnormality in any patient. CONCLUSIONS Sevoflurane prolongs the QTc interval and its combination with ondansetron further increased this effect in children. However, the dispersion of ventricular repolarization was not significantly affected, and there were no adverse events such as ventricular arrhythmia in this study. The combination of sevoflurane and ondansetron may be clinically safe, but careful ECG monitoring is still advisable.
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Lee HC, Nam K, Lee JH, Park YH, Kim HS, Kim CS, Kim JT. Anesthetic management of laparoscopic pheochromocytoma excision in a patient with a Fontan circulation: a case report. Korean J Anesthesiol 2014; 66:252-5. [PMID: 24729851 PMCID: PMC3983425 DOI: 10.4097/kjae.2014.66.3.252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2012] [Revised: 02/15/2013] [Accepted: 02/15/2013] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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An 18-year-old male with a Fontan circulation underwent excision of a pheochromocytoma after conversion from laparoscopic surgery. The pneumoperitoneum established for laparoscopic surgery may have adverse effects on the Fontan circulation, because it increases the intra-abdominal pressure (IAP), intra-thoracic pressure, pulmonary vascular resistance, and systemic vascular resistance (SVR), and decreases cardiac preload and cardiac output. Meticulous monitoring is also required during carbon dioxide exsufflation, because a rapid decrease in IAP can provoke hemodynamic deterioration by decreasing venous return and SVR. Furthermore, catecholamines released by the pheochromocytoma can worsen the hemodynamic status of Fontan circulation during surgery. Therefore, sophisticated intraoperative anesthetic care is required during laparoscopic pheochromocytoma excision in patients with a Fontan circulation.
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Kang SH, Song I, Kang JE, Lee JH, Kim JT. Anesthetic management for transfusion-free Rastelli's procedure in a pediatric Jehovah's Witness patient. Korean J Anesthesiol 2014; 65:S87-8. [PMID: 24478887 PMCID: PMC3903875 DOI: 10.4097/kjae.2013.65.6s.s87] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Park YH, Kim JT. In response. Anesth Analg 2014; 118:482. [PMID: 24445646 DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000000029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Baek JM, Yoon W, Kim SK, Jung MY, Park MS, Kim JT, Kang HK. Acute basilar artery occlusion: outcome of mechanical thrombectomy with Solitaire stent within 8 hours of stroke onset. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol 2013; 35:989-93. [PMID: 24335542 DOI: 10.3174/ajnr.a3813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Mechanical thrombectomy with a stent retriever applied shortly after symptom onset could increase good functional outcomes and improve survival in patients with acute basilar artery occlusion, but this has not yet been studied. This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of mechanical thrombectomy with a Solitaire stent within 8 hours of stroke onset in patients with acute basilar artery occlusion. MATERIALS AND METHODS We analyzed 25 consecutive patients with acute basilar artery occlusion who were treated with mechanical thrombectomy by use of the Solitaire stent within 8 hours of stroke symptom onset. Successful recanalization was defined as TICI grade 2b or 3. Good outcome was defined as mRS score of 0-2 at 3 months. Clinical and radiologic data in patients with good outcomes were compared with those with poor outcomes. RESULTS Successful recanalization was achieved in 96% (24/25) of patients, and 48% (12/25) of patients had good outcomes. Eighty-eight percent (22/25) of patients survived to 3 months. The median NIHSS score on admission was significantly lower in patients with good outcomes than in those with poor outcomes (9.5 versus 14, P = .005). Procedure-related complications occurred in 2 patients (8%). No symptomatic intracerebral hemorrhages occurred. CONCLUSIONS The current study suggests that mechanical thrombectomy by use of a Solitaire stent within 8 hours of stroke onset increases good outcomes and improves survival in patients with acute basilar artery occlusion.
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