Int J Med Sci
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To validate a previously developed prediction model for vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) using a Japanese cohort. ⋯ The previously published prediction model for VBAC developed in the USA is also available to Japanese women.
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Smokeless tobacco use is common in various parts of the world. In Turkey a type of smokeless tobacco called "Maras powder" is widely used in southeastern region. Smoking is known to have an adverse effect on nitric oxide and cardiovascular risk factors. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether there is difference between the effects of Maras powder and cigarette smoking on the cardiovascular risk factors and nitric oxide levels. ⋯ We conclude that Maras powder has similar adverse effects on nitric oxide level and cardiovascular risk parameters and thereby it appears to be harmful as cigarette smoking.
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To detect the functional deficit of the visual cortex in anisometropic amblyopia children using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) technique, and investigate the relationship between visual acuity and visual cortex function. ⋯ BOLD-fMRI revealed the independent striate and extrastriate cortical deficits in anisometropic amblyopes. In addition, the visual acuity lesion and the striate and extrastriate cortical deficits were not parallel, and results of fMRI examination have much potential value in the evaluation of amblyopia.
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Comparative Study
What questions do people ask on a human papillomavirus website? A comparative analysis of public and private questions.
In 2004, we launched the question and answer (Q&A) section on a human papillomavirus (HPV) website (www.hpvkorea.org) that provides ample and regularly updated information about HPV. The purpose of this study is to collect data pertaining to questions posed on this website about HPV and its related diseases and analyze the type of questions and frequency before and after introduction of HPV vaccine in Korea. Using these results, we intend to determine the clinical and practical implications for doctors treating HPV and for HPV website providers. ⋯ Our results show that when people consult an internet site about HPV, they actually want to seek about "treatment of HPV and cervical dysplasia", "HPV transmission", "HPV remission", "genital warts", and "risk of cervical cancer" (in this order). Also, our results showed that "genital warts" and "HPV & pregnancy" may have been considered embarrassing topics. Thus, these findings can be used to make informed recommendations for future clinical or internet-based communications with patients and the general public.
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To assess the internal validity and reliability of a multisource feedback (MSF) program by China Medical Board for resident physicians in China. ⋯ The current MSF assessment tools are internally valid and reliable for assessing resident physician professionalism and interpersonal and communication skills in China.