Yonsei medical journal
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Yonsei medical journal · Sep 2014
Comparative StudySurgical outcomes of robotic radical hysterectomy using three robotic arms versus conventional multiport laparoscopy in patients with cervical cancer.
To compare surgical outcomes of robotic radical hysterectomy (RRH) using 3 robotic arms with those of conventional laparoscopy in patients with early cervical cancer. ⋯ Surgical outcomes of RRH and pelvic lymphadenectomy were comparable to that of laparoscopic approach, with significantly less blood loss and early postoperative complications.
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Yonsei medical journal · Sep 2014
Long-term survival analysis of korean breast cancer patients at a single center: improving outcome over time.
The prognosis of breast cancer has been consistently improving. We analyzed our cohort of breast cancer patients with a long-term follow up at a single center over time. ⋯ In the Korean breast cancer cohort with a long-term follow up, our data show an improved prognosis over the past decades, and harbor the contribution of advances in adjuvant treatment. Moreover, we provided new insight regarding comparison of the prognostic impact between the tumor burden and subtypes.
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Yonsei medical journal · Sep 2014
Development and validation of the Korean version of the Female Sexual Function Index-6 (FSFI-6K).
To evaluate the validity and reliability of the Korean version of the Female Sexual Function Index-6 (FSFI-6K). ⋯ The FSFI-6K has high internal consistency and acceptable reliability. This validated questionnaire can be used for the Korean population.
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Yonsei medical journal · Sep 2014
Relationship of vitamin D binding protein polymorphisms and lung function in Korean chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Multiple genetic factors are associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The association of gene encoding vitamin D binding protein (VDBP, GC) with COPD has been controversial. We sought to investigate the types of GC variants in the Korean population and determine the association of GC variants with COPD and lung function in the Korean population. ⋯ This study suggested that GC polymorphism might be associated with lung function and risk of COPD in Korean population. GC1S variant and genotype 1S-1S were more frequently observed in control than in COPD. Moreover, GC1S variant was more common in non-decliners than in rapid decliners among COPD.
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Yonsei medical journal · Sep 2014
Surgical experience with infective endocarditis and aortic root abscess.
This study was conducted to evaluate the surgical outcomes of active infective endocarditis with aortic root abscess formation. ⋯ Surgical treatment for active endocarditis with aortic root abscess is still challenging, and was associated with high operative mortality. Nevertheless, long-term survival was excellent with good functional capacity after recovery from the early postoperative period.