• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제10권4호
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• pp.514-517
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• 2000

Abstracts Six shikonin metabolites were obtained from human intestinal bacteria, Bacteriodes fragilis subsp. thetaotus. following biotransformation. The transformation of shikonin (1) was performed anaerobically for 3 day at $37^{\circ}C$ in thc bacterial suspension of B. Fagilis which was cultured overnight in GAM broth. The incubation mixture \vas extracted with EtGAc Lo give a dark-brown residue. The residue was apphed to a silica gel column, which was eluted successively with hexane (Fr. A), $CHCl_3$ (Fr. B), and $CHCl_3$:MeOH (9:I) (Fr. C). Six metabolites. Fr.A (2 and 3), Fr. B (6 and 7), and Fr. C (4 and 5) were isolated by repeated silica gel column chromatography, preparatlVe TLC, followed by Sephadex LH-20. In vitro cytotoxicities were tested against human tumor cell lines; PC-3 (prostate), ACHN (renal), A549 (lung), SW620 (colon), KS62 (leukemia), and Du145 (prostate). The shikonin metabolites 2. 4, 5, and 6 showed weaker cytotoxicity than the parenL shikonin (1). whereas shikonin monomenc metabolite 3 ($ED_{50}{\;}O.44-{\;}1.22{\;}\mu\textrm{g}/ml$) and dimeric metabolite 7 ($ED_{50}{\;}O.48-{\;}2.35{\;}\mu\textrm{g}/ml$) exhibited stronger activities compared with adriamycin, which was used as the positive control.ontrol.

• 대한약리학회지
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.91-100
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• 1990

Benzylacyclouridines (BAU and BBAU)는 uridine phosphorylase (UrdPase)의 선택적이고 강력한 상경억제제이다. 보고된 바에 의하면 (Cancer Res., 44: 1852, 1984) Benzylacyclouridines가 5-fluoro-2'-deoxyuridine (FdUrd)의 인체 암세포에 대한 독성을 증가시켜 준다고 하였지만, L5187Y 세포를 사용한 본 실험에서는 Benzylacyclouridines가 FdUrd를 포함하여 5-fluorouridine (FUra) 모두에 대해 조금도 세포 독성을 증가시키지 못하였을 뿐만아니라, 오히려 세포를 그들 독성으로부터 투여량에 비례하여 보호하였다. 복강내 주사에 의한 생체실험에서도 Benzylacyclouridines는 5-fluorinated pyrimidine에 의한 L5187Y를 지닌 쥐(mouse)의 life-span을 연장시켜 주지 못하였다. 본 실험에서 Benzylacyclouridines가 기대했던 fluorinated pyrimidine 항암제의 효과를 증진시키지 못한 이유는 nucleosides의 anabolism이 UrdPase와 orotate phosphoribosyltransferase이 의한 sequential 작용에 의하던가 또는 Benzylacyclouridines에 의한 nucleosides의 수송억제에 의하던가, 아니면 두가지 다 복합적으로 작용한 결과로 생각된다.

• ALGAE
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• 제32권3호
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• pp.261-273
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• 2017

Fine dust (FD) particles have become a major contributor to air pollution causing detrimental effects on the respiratory system and skin. Although some studies have investigated the effects of FD on the respiratory system, their possible effects on the skin remain under-explored. We investigated the FD mediated inflammatory responses in keratinocytes, present in the outer layers of skin tissues and the transfer of inflammatory potential to macrophages. We further evaluated the anti-inflammatory effects of the polyphenolic derivative, diphlorethohydroxycarmalol (DPHC) isolated from Ishige okamurae against FD-induced inflammation. Size distribution of FD particles was analyzed by scanning electron microscopy. FD particles induced the production of cyclooxygenase-2, prostaglandin E2 ($PGE_2$), interleukin (IL)-$1{\beta}$, and IL-6 in HaCaT keratinocytes and the expression of nitric oxide (NO), inducible nitric oxide synthases (iNOS), $PGE_2$, tumor necrosis factor-${\alpha}$ expression in RAW 264.7 macrophages. Further, we evaluated the inflammatory potential of the culture medium of inflammation-induced HaCaT cells in RAW 264.7 macrophages and observed a marked increase in the expression of NO, iNOS, $PGE_2$, and proinflammatory cytokines. DPHC treatment markedly attenuated the inflammatory responses, indicating its effectiveness in suppressing a broad range of inflammatory responses. It also showed anti-inflammatory potential in in-vivo experiments using FD-stimulated zebrafish embryos by decreasing NO and reactive oxygen species production, while eventing cell death caused by inflammation.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• 제41권5호
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• pp.562-570
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• 2014

Background Knee disarticulations (KD) are most commonly employed following trauma or tumor resection but represent less than 2% of all lower extremity amputations performed in the United States annually. KDs provide enhanced proprioception, a long lever arm, preservation of adductor muscle insertion, decreased metabolic cost of ambulation, and an end weight-bearing stump. The role for KDs in the setting of arterial insufficiency or overwhelming infection is less clear. The purpose of this study is to describe technique modifications and report surgical outcomes following KDs at a high-volume Limb Salvage Center. Methods A retrospective study of medical records for all patients who underwent a through-knee amputation performed by the senior author (C.E.A.) between 2004 and 2012 was completed. Medical records were reviewed to collect demographic, operative, and postoperative information for each of the patients identified. Results Between 2004 and 2012, 46 through-knee amputations for 41 patients were performed. The mean patient age was 68 and indications for surgery included infection (56%), arterial thrombosis (35%), and trauma (9%). Postoperative complications included superficial cellulitis (13%), soft tissue infection (4%), and flap ischemia (4%) necessitating one case of surgical debridement (4%) and four transfemoral amputations (9%). 9 (22%) patients went on to ambulate. Postoperative ambulation was greatest in the traumatic cohort and for patients less than 50 years of age, P<0.05. Alternatively, diabetes mellitus and infection reduced the likelihood of postoperative ambulation, P<0.01. Conclusions Knee disarticulations are a safe and effective alternative to other lower extremity amputations when clinically feasible. For patient unlikely to ambulate, a through-knee amputation maximizes ease of transfers, promotes mobility by providing a counterbalance, and eliminates the potential for knee flexion contracture with subsequent skin breakdown.

• 한국임상수의학회지
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• 제24권1호
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• pp.51-55
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• 2007

A 13-year-old male Yorkshire terrier was Presented with Persistent weight loss anorexia and dark brown urine of 3-month duration. On physical examination, a firm oval mass was palpated at left renal region. In hematology and blood chemistry, neutrophilia, anemia, thrombocytopenia and elevation of ALKP were found. Abdominal radiography, ultrasonography and ultrasound-guided percutaneous pyelogram revealed masses originated from left kidney, mildly dilated renal Pelvis and intact ureter. Urinalysis showed hematuria and proteinuria. Because the state of dog became deteriorated during transfusion and the frail renal tumor was suspected to be the cause of inflammation and anemia, nephrectomy was performed. Renal masses, approximately $2{\times}3cm\;and\;5{\times}4cm$ respectively in size, was surrounded by swollen and congested mesentery and ascites. Metastatic lesion was not found in other organs. During recovery, the dog showed cardiopulmonary arrest and did not respond to critical care. Histologically the kidney was affected by necrotic and hemorrhagic change. This hemangiosarcoma most likely arose from the renal parenchyma resulting In diffuse lesions in the kidneys thought to be the cause of chronic anorexia and weight loss.

• Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
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• 제22권2호
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• pp.6.1-6.10
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• 2019

Background: This study is aimed at identifying the anti-inflammatory properties of 70% ethanol extract produced from an edible brown seaweed Sargassum horneri (SJB-SHE) with industrial-scale production by Seojin Biotech Co. Ltd. S. horneri is a rich source of nutrient and abundantly growing along the shores of Jeju, South Korea. Methods: Here, we investigated the effect of SJB-SHE on LPS-activated RAW 264.7 macrophages. The cytotoxicity and NO production of SJB-SHE were evaluated using MTT and Griess assays, respectively. Additionally, protein expression and gene expression levels were quantified using ELISA, Western blots, and RT-qPCR. Results: Our results indicated that pre-treatment of RAW 264.7 macrophages with SJB-SHE significantly inhibited LPS-induced NO and $PGE_2$ production. SJB-SHE downregulated the proteins and genes expression of LPS-induced iNOS and COX2. Additionally, SJB-SHE downregulated LPS-induced production of pro-inflammatory cytokines (tumor necrosis factor-${\alpha}$, interleukin (IL)-6, and IL-$1{\beta}$). Furthermore, SJB-SHE inhibited nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-${\kappa}B$) activation and translocation to the nucleus. SJB-SHE also suppressed the phosphorylation of mitogen-activated protein kinases (ERK1/2 and JNK). Conclusions: Collectively, our results demonstrated that SJB-SHE has a potential anti-inflammatory property to use as a functional food ingredient in the future.

• 한국식생활문화학회지
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• 제37권5호
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• pp.438-445
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• 2022

Laminaria japonica is a type of brown algae widely consumed in Asian countries and contains many essential nutrients and exhibits anti-obesity, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. In this study, the antioxidant and immunomodulatory effects of a Laminaria japonica water extract (LJE) were investigated using an in vitro model. Mean total polyphenol content of LJE was 2.16±0.11 ㎍ GAE/mg, and LJE dose-dependently inhibited ABTS radical activity but did not scavenge DPPH radicals. In addition, LJE enhanced nitric oxide (NO) production and upregulated the mRNA expressions of proinflammatory cytokines (i.e., tumor necrosis factor-α and interleukin-6) in RAW 264.7 cells. On the other hand, LJE inhibited NO production and downregulated proinflammatory cytokine mRNA levels in endotoxin-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells. Thus, our data show that LJE has moderate antioxidant activity and biphasic immunomodulatory effects on RAW 264.7 cells. In summary, the study indicates that LJE has potential therapeutic use as a novel biphasic immuno-modulator.

• 대한영상의학회지
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• 제83권2호
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• pp.439-443
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• 2022

갈색지방종은 갈색지방조직의 드문 양성 종양이다. 저자들은 53세 여자 환자에서 액와부 갈색지방종의 다양한 영상 소견을 보고하고자 한다. 초음파에서 오른쪽 액와부에 4.5 cm의 경계가 분명한 타원형의 비균질한 고에코의 종괴였으며, 액와부 혈관들을 앞쪽으로 전위시키고 있었다. 조영 전 흉부 단층촬영에서 5 cm의 경계가 분명한 타원형의 저감쇠의 종괴로 보였다. 자기공명영상에서는 T1과 T2 강조영상에서 비균질한 중간 및 고신호강도의 5.5 cm 종괴였으며, 변연부에서 불규칙한 조영증강을 보였다. 환자는 초음파유도중심부바늘생검을 받아 최종적으로 갈색지방종으로 진단되었다.

• 대한영상의학회지
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• 제81권4호
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• pp.965-971
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• 2020

동면종은 갈색지방세포로부터 기원한 드문 양성종양이다. 척추에서 발생한 골 내 동면종은 매우 드물고, 근래에 들어서 문헌에 보고되기 시작하여 현재까지 단 12예만이 보고되어 있다. 우리는 우연히 발견된 흉추의 골 내 동면종의 다양한 영상 검사 소견과 병리학적 소견을 보고하고자 한다. 또한 문헌 고찰을 통해 이전에 보고되었던 증례들과 임상 양상 및 영상 소견을 비교하여 분석하였다.

• Radiation Oncology Journal
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• 제10권1호
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• pp.27-34
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• 1992

CIS-PLATINUM (DDP)을 제 3기, 제 4기 두경부종양환자에게 방사선 민감제로 사용한 임상연구 결과를 보고한다. 1984년부터 1987년까지 DDP 20 $mg/M^2$/day를 4일간 방사선 치료와 동시에 투여 하였으며 DDP는 3주 간격으로 반복투여 되었다. 치료는 종양세포 감소시기, 근치시기및 보조 치료 시기로 나누어 시행되었다. 본 논문에서 59명 환자의 치료결과및 합병증에 대하여 보고한다. 근치시기동안27명이 방사선치료45Gy 후 근치적 수술을 시행한 제I치료군으로, 29명이 근치적 방사선치료 65Gy를 시행한 제II치료군으로 분류되고 3명의 환자는 근치시기의 치료를 끝내지 못하였다. 종양세포 감소시기의 치료로 완전관해 $47.5\%$, 부분관해 $47.5\%$로 전체 반응률 $95\%$를 보였다. 근치시기 치료후 전체적으로는 $84\%$(47/56)의 완전 관해를 보였고, 제I치료군에서는 $96\%$(26/27), 제 II치료군에서는 $72\%$(21/29)가 완전 관해를 보였다. 제I치료군에서 원발병소의 $67\%$에서, 임파절 병변의 $70\%$에서 병리소견상 종양이 관찰되지 않았다. 근치시기치료후 완전관해 환자중 $34\%$에서 재발하였으며 재발까지의 평균시간은 8개월이었다. 전체 56명 환자의 4년 무병생존율은 $59\%$였고 근치시기에 완전관해를 보인 환자중 $51\%$(24/47)가 31개월의 평균 추적관찰기간(범위 : $10\~51$개월)동안 무병생존하였다. 제I치료군과 제II치료군사이에 전체생존율, 무병생존율에 있어서 유의한 차이는 보이지 않았다. 종양세포감소시기에 완전관해및 부분관해를 보인 환자들 사이에 생존율에서는 차이가 없었으며 가장 중요한 예후인자는 근치시기 치료로 완전관해 되었는지 여부이었다. 전체대상 환자의 합병증은 일반적인 치료시에 비하여 심하지 않았으며 치료에 잘 적응하였다. 본 연구에서 DDP가 비교적 적은 합병증을 동반한 의미있는 방사선 민감제임을 확인하였으며 치료효과를 증대시키기 위하여 DDP와 방사선치료의 적절한 투여 계획을 결정하는 전향적 연구가 필요하다고 생각한다.