Journal of Korean medical science
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · May 2020
Multicenter StudySeasonal Variations and Associated Factors of Gout Attacks: a Prospective Multicenter Study in Korea.
We purposed to evaluate the seasonality and associated factors of the incidence of gout attacks in Korea. ⋯ In this prospective study, the most common season and month of gout attacks in Korea are spring and March, respectively. Alcohol is the most common provoking factor, particularly during summer. Diurnal temperature changes on the day of the attack and humidity changes from the day before the attack to the day of the attack are associated with gout attack in our cohort.
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Influenza is an epidemical acute respiratory disease caused by viral infection. Several complications in the respiratory tract, such as pneumonia can occur. However, rare but serious neurological complications are also observed. ⋯ None of the patients had severe cough, low blood pressure (BP) or dehydration. Patients suffered with frequent dizziness before syncope. Patient with long duration of loss of consciousness was more observed in those with high fever or positive orthostatic BP drop.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · May 2020
Case ReportsClinical Significance of a High SARS-CoV-2 Viral Load in the Saliva.
Patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can unknowingly spread the virus to several people during the early subclinical period. ⋯ SARS-CoV-2 viral load was consistently high in the saliva; it was relatively higher than that in the oropharynx during the early stage of COVID-19. Chlorhexidine mouthwash was effective in reducing the SARS-CoV-2 viral load in the saliva for a short-term period.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · May 2020
Risk of Graft Failure in Kidney Recipients with Cured Post-Transplant Cancer.
Post-transplant cancer (PTC) is a critical complication after kidney transplantation. However, whether successfully cured PTC affects the long-term graft outcome remains unclear. ⋯ Appropriate monitoring of graft function is necessary in patients with cured PTCs.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · May 2020
Acute Stroke Care in Korea in 2013-2014: National Averages and Disparities.
This study aimed to describe the current status of acute stroke care in Korea and explore disparities among hospitals and regions. ⋯ This study describes the current status of acute stroke care in Korea. Despite quite acceptable quality of stroke care, it suggests regional and hospital disparities. Expansion of stroke units, stroke center certification or accreditation, and connections between stroke centers and emergency medical services are highly recommended.