Journal of Korean medical science
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · Dec 2024
ReviewConcise Recommendations for EDitorials: Enhancing Narratives and Composition Effectively (CREDENCE).
An editorial article is a type of scholarly communication providing expert views and critical analysis of issues. It may reflect the view of the author(s) or of the organization/journal on a certain topic. An editorial may also comment on a published paper. ⋯ Critical arguing should be supported by relevant references. A declaration of any potential conflicts of interests is essential to maintain objectivity and fairness. The current article aims to provide a primer, along with a checklist, on writing editorials.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · Dec 2024
Multicenter StudyPrognostic Value of Retinoblastoma in Small Intestinal Adenocarcinoma: A Multicenter Retrospective Study.
The retinoblastoma (RB) protein which is encoded by RB gene selectively provides a cell type-specific function in malignancies. In colorectal carcinoma, RB has been highly expressed and related cyclin/cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 inhibitors have shown improved therapeutic effects in some patients. However, little is known about RB in small intestinal adenocarcinoma (SIAC). ⋯ RBHigh was related to favorable clinicopathologic SIAC characteristics and indicated better patient prognosis. The prognostic predictability of RB was found in SIACs with lower stages, independent of MSI status. RB expression is a reliable and potent prognostic indicator for SIAC and may aid in selecting chemotherapy for patients.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · Dec 2024
Gender Difference of Moderated Mediating Effect of Grit Between Occupational Stress and Suicidal Ideation in Korean Workers.
This study examined gender differences in occupational stress, depressive symptoms, and suicidal ideation by considering the potential moderating effect of grit on Korean employees. ⋯ These findings contribute to understanding of the gender differences in the impact of depressive symptoms on the relationship between occupational stress and suicidal ideation, as well as the protective effect of grit. These findings highlight the need for gender-specific approaches to prevent suicidal ideation among employees.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · Dec 2024
Cesarean Delivery Upon Request in Pregnancies Following Vaginal Delivery: A Nationwide Study.
The increasing rate of cesarean delivery (CD) is a significant concern in many societies worldwide. Vaginal delivery (VD) is preferred over CD for subsequent pregnancies after successful VD, for women with no specific obstetrical indications, primarily because of concerns about potential complications arising from the surgical procedure. However, the factors that influence the decision of requesting a CD have not yet been thoroughly investigated. This study aimed to examine the underlying reasons that lead mothers to choose CDs in subsequent pregnancies following a VD. ⋯ CD after VD was more prevalent among women with certain demographic characteristics and obstetric histories. Investigating the factors influencing women to request CD can be helpful in making informed decisions about safe delivery methods and may also affect the CD rate.
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J. Korean Med. Sci. · Dec 2024
Role of Genetic Testing in Diagnosis and Prognosis Prediction in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Korea.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) needs careful differentiation from other cardiomyopathies. Current guidelines recommend genetic testing, but genetic data on differential diagnoses and their relation with clinical outcomes in HCM are still lacking. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of genetic variants and the proportion of other cardiomyopathies in patients with suspected HCM in Korea and compare the outcomes of HCM according to the presence of sarcomere gene mutation. ⋯ Genetic testing is helpful in diagnosing HCM, and sarcomere gene mutations in HCM are significantly associated with clinical outcomes.