• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제12권2호
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• pp.184-191
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• 2021

Background: Hearing protection devices (HPDs) are often used in the workplace to prevent hearing damage caused by noise. However, a factor that can lead to hearing loss in the workplace is improper HPD fitting, and the previous literature has shown that instructing workers on how to properly insert their HPDs can make a significant difference in the degree of attenuation. Methods: Two studies were completed on a total of 33 Hydro One workers. A FitCheck Solo field attenuation estimation system was used to measure the personal attenuation rating (PAR) before and after providing one-on-one fitting instructions. In addition, external ear canal diameters were measured, and a questionnaire with items related to frequency of use, confidence, and discomfort was administered. Results: Training led to an improvement in HPD attenuation, particularly for participants with poorer PARs before training. The questionnaire results indicated that much HPD discomfort is caused by heat, humidity, and communication difficulties. External ear canal asymmetry did not appear to significantly influence the measured PAR. Conclusion: In accordance with the previous literature, our studies suggest that one-on-one instruction is an effective training method for HPD use. Addressing discomfort issues from heat, humidity, and communication issues could help to improve the use of HPDs in the workplace. Further research into the effects of canal asymmetry on the PAR is needed.

• 구강회복응용과학지
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.299-307
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• 2013

가철성 국소의치의 장착시 조정의 목적은 가장 좋은 보철물을 환자에게 제공하여 환자로 하여금 새 의치에 잘 적응하도록 하는 것이다. 이 과정에서는 다음과 같은 것들이 포함된다: (1) 완성된 보철물의 검사, (2) 국소의치의 구강내 안착, (3) 의치상 적합도의 평가, (4) 의치상 변연의 평가, (5) 교합조정, (6) 진료실 재부착, (7) 환자교육.

• 전자공학회논문지CI
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• 제44권2호
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• pp.1-10
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• 2007

분기 명령어에 대한 분기 예측 정확도는 시스템 전체의 성능 향상에 중대한 영향을 미친다. 본 논문에서는 분기 예측의 정확도를 높이기 위한 방법의 하나로, 각 분기 명령어 별로 사용되는 History 길이를 동적으로 조절할 수 있는 "각 분기별 동적 History 길이 조절 기법"을 소개한다. 제안된 기법은, 분기 예측에 있어서 관련된 레지스터들 사이의 데이터 종속성을 추적하여, 최종적으로 관련이 있는 레지스터를 포함하도록 유도하는 분기를 파악한 후, 관련 분기의 History만을 사용하게 해 주는 방식이다. 이를 위해 본 논문에서는, 데이터 종속성을 추적할 수 있는 알고리즘과 관련 하드웨어 모듈을 소개하였다. 실험 결과 제안된 기법은, 기존의 고정 길이 History를 사용하는 방식에 비하여 최대 5.96% 분기 예측 정확도의 향상을 가져 왔으며, 프로파일링을 통해 확인된 각 응용 프로그램 별 Optimal History 길이와 비교해서도 성능 향상을 보였다.

• Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain
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• 제48권1호
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• pp.31-36
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• 2023

This report presents the case of a 14-year-old male with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in both temporomandibular joints (TMJs), in whom a bone scan and laboratory tests were used to confirm the diagnosis. The patient visited the Department of Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine at the affiliation hospital with a complaint of a 1-year history of bilateral TMJ pain and sound. Clinical examination revealed bilateral TMJ and masseter muscle pain during mouth opening and palpation. Radiological examination revealed no significant morphological changes in either TMJ. The patient was prescribed medications at the first visit to address the pain, inflammation, and stiffness. A bone scan and laboratory tests were planned/scheduled for differential diagnosis between simple arthralgia and osteoarthritis. The bone scan revealed increased radiotracer uptake in both TMJs. The laboratory tests revealed a RA factor of 82.4 IU/mL, which is more than four times the normal range. The final diagnoses were bilateral TMJ early rheumatoid arthritis (ERA) and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. We created a stabilization splint and referred the patient to the Department of Rheumatology for further evaluation of the ERA. After fitting of the stabilization splint and giving instructions regarding its use, the patient has been receiving monthly follow-up checks for symptoms and undergoes follow-up blood tests every 3 months. About 14 months after the initial visit, the pain had significantly decreased from a Visual Analog Scale score of 5 to 1, and the RA factor decreased to 66.6 IU/mL. A regular follow-up check will continue until the end of growth.