J Formos Med Assoc
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To evaluate the perioperative outcome of laparoendoscopic two-site myomectomy (LETS-M). ⋯ LETS-M using conventional laparoscopic equipment is a minimally invasive surgical method that is safe, effective, and easy to learn for managing uterine myoma. It is useful to achieve a favorable perioperative outcome with acceptable operation time.
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Multicellular spheroid cultures have attracted increasing attention in the field of periodontal regeneration. However, very few studies have reported the periodontal ligament (PDL) cell spheroid formation via biomaterials-induced processes. This study investigated the biological characteristics of human PDL cell spheroids formed on two hydrophilic polymer-based biomaterials, namely chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol. ⋯ The biomaterial-induced formation of PDL cell spheroids suggests a novel strategy for cell delivery in research and clinical applications of periodontal regeneration.
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Upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC) is a relatively rare type of urothelial carcinoma. Additionally, only few reports have examined the sex differences in patients with UTUC. Therefore, the present study aimed to identify the sex factors affecting renal function in patients with UTUC who underwent radical nephroureterectomy (RNU). ⋯ The female sex is significantly associated with a higher prevalence of advanced CKD stage, and dialysis among patients with UTUC who underwent RNU in our institute. Sex differences in renal function needs to be considered when evaluating survival.
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The effect of roxadustat on iron homeostasis in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of roxadustat for the treatment of iron metabolism disorders in dialysis-dependent (DD) and non-dialysis-dependent (NDD) CKD patients. ⋯ Our findings suggest that roxadustat could effectively improve iron metabolism in patients with CKD.