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Hypoglycemic Effect of Eriobotrya japonica(E. japonica) in db/db Mice (db/db 마우스에서 비파의 혈당 저하 효과)

  • Kim, Eun;Kim, Min-Sook;Rhyu, Dong-Young;Min, Oh-Jin;Baek, Hum-Young;Kim, Yung-Jae;Kim, Hyeon-A
    • The Korean Journal of Food And Nutrition
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    • v.22 no.2
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    • pp.159-165
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    • 2009
  • E. japonica is a well-known medicinal plant in Japan. The leaves of E. japonica were reported to have a hypoglycemic action. However, seeds of E. japonica are discarded and not used. To elucidate for anti-diabetic effects of E. japonica, Type 2 diabetic mice were allocated to control group, E. japonica leaf, and seed extract group. Animals were fed a 2018S Teklad global 18% protein rodent diet. Animals were received daily oral injections of E. japonica leaf or seed extract at a dose of 200 mg/kg body weight for 6 weeks. Body weight, food intake and water intake, and total adipose tissue weight of animals were significantly reduced by feeding of E. japonica leaf extract. All E. japonica extract groups significantly decreased fasting blood glucose, glycosylated hemoglobin levels, size of adipocytes and serum adiponectins. However, they did not have a beneficial effect on the serum triglyceride and cholesterol in the diabetic animals. These results suggest that E. japonica seed and leaf extracts have a antidiabetic effect by controlling of blood glucose and decrease of size of adipocytes in db/db mice and seed extract is more effective in hypoglycemic action than leaf extract.

Effect of Eriobotrya japonica Leaf and Seed Extracts on Adipogenesis (비파잎과 씨 추출물의 지방생성 억제효과)

  • Min, Oh-Jin;Oh, Jin;Kim, Hyeon-A;Kim, Min-Sook;Baek, Hum-Young;Kim, Yong-Jae;Rhyu, Dong-Young
    • Korean Journal of Pharmacognosy
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    • v.41 no.4
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    • pp.270-274
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    • 2010
  • Obesity is caused from an imbalance between energy intake and expenditure, which may lead to pathologic growth of adipocytes and accumulation of fat in tissue. We examined the inhibitory effects of Eriobotrya japonica leaf and seed extracts on lipid absorption in vitro and fat accumulation during the differentiation of 3T3-L1 to adipocytes. 3T3-L1 preadipocytes were stimulated with DMEM media containing 10% FBS, 0.5 mM 3-isobuthyl-1-methyxanthine (IBMX), $5\;{\mu}g/ml$ insulin, and $1\;{\mu}g/ml$ dexamethasone for differentiation to adipocytes. E. japonica leaf extract at concentration of 0.5 or 1 mg/ml inhibited pancreatic lipase activity. The cell viability of 3T3-L1 adipocytes slightly reduced about 3% by treatment of E. Japonica leaf and seed extracts. The leaf and seed extracts of E. japonica effectively inhibited the accumulations of lipid droplet and expression of $C/EBP{\alpha}$ promoting adipogenesis. Thus, this data suggest that E. japonica leaf and seed extracts inhibit fat accumulation through regulation of $C/EBP{\alpha}$, and leaf extract is more effective in lipid absorption and adipogenesis than seed extract.

Comparison and Analysis of the Results of Preventive Medicine Sutdy in a Medical College (의과대학 예방의학 성적의 비교 분석)

  • Yu, Seung-Hum;Roh, Jae-Hoon;Jung, Sang-Hyuk;Nam, Chung-Mo
    • Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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    • v.22 no.2 s.26
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    • pp.242-247
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    • 1989
  • The purpose of this study was to find a better evaluation methody by comparison and analysis of the subdivision-score for preventive medicine with other subjects and the total score. Among the 475 students who were second grade in 1983, 1984 and 1985, we analyzed the stores for all subjects at Yonsei University College of Medicine obtained by 443 students, with the exception of 32 students who had had a temporary absence from school, failed or had been expelled. And we analyzed the score for preventive medicine of 162 students who were second grade in 1987 and 179 students who were second grade in 1988. Statistical analysis of the above data was done using the correlation analysis, chi-square test and discriminating index. The results were as fellows: 1. The correlations of the subdivision of preventive medicine in 1984, 1987 and 1988 were statisticall significantly high(r=0.36-0.56). 2. The grades obtained for preventive medicine and for other subjects except pediatrics (clerkship) were not independent. 3. The discriminating indices that determined whether or not a pertinent evaluation was made were 0.42 in 1983, 0.52 in 1984 and 0.54 in 1985. These results were classified as excellent. These results suggest that the score of a subject is determined not by the characteristics of the subject, but by the amount of personal study.

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Geographical Distribution of Physician Manpower by Specialty and Care Level (의사인력의 지역별 분포 -전문과목과 진료수준을 중심으로-)

  • Yu, Seung-Hum;Jung, Sang-Hyuk;Cheon, Byung-Yool;Sohn, Tae-Yong;Oh, Hyohn-Joo
    • Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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    • v.26 no.4 s.44
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    • pp.661-671
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    • 1993
  • In order to compare the geographical distribution of physician by level of medical care and specialty, a log linear model was applied to the annual registration data of the Korean Medical Association as of the end of December, 1991 which was supplemented from related institutions and adjusted with relevant sources. Those physicians in primary and secondary care institutions were not statistically significantly unevenly distributed by province-level catchment area. There were some differences in physician distribution among big cities, medium and small-sized cities, and counties; however, those physicians for primary care level were equitably distributed between cities and counties. Specialties for secondary care physicians were less evenly distributed in county areas than in city areas, and generalists are distributed more evenly in cities and counties than in big cities. There is a certain limitation due to underregistration in the annual physician registration to the Korean Medical Association; however, the geographical distribution of physicians has been improved quantitatively. It is strongly suggested that specialties and the level of medical care should be considered for further physician manpower studies.

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Changes in Medical Practice Pattern before and after Covering Intraocular Lens in the Health Insurance (인공수정체 보험급여 전.후 진료양상의 변화)

  • Choi, No-Ah;Yu, Seung-Hum;Min, Hey-Young;Chung, Eun-Wook
    • Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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    • v.27 no.4 s.48
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    • pp.807-814
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    • 1994
  • This study is to find out changes in medical practice at a university hospital before and after covering intraocular lens (IOL) from the health insurance benefit. The coverage started on March 1, 1993 and a total of 596 cases who were discharged from July 1 to December 31, 1992 and 580 cases who were discharged from July 1 to December 31, 1993 were analyzed. Since the standard reimbursement scheme was changed from March 1, 1993, the charges for 1992 were transformed into 1993 scheme. Major findings are as follows: Average length of stay was statistically significantly decreased from 8.24 days in 1992 to 6.86 days in 1993. Charges except IOL has been statistically significantly decreased from 501,000 Won in 1992 to 444,000 Won in 1993. Charges for drugs and injection have been reduced. However, charge per day for them was not much different. This is due to decrease in length of stay. Charges for laboratory tests and radiologic examination were quite the same. Charges which are not covered by the insurance remained the same. The revenue of the hospital was reduced as expected. However, the hospital reduced the length of stay and increase the turnover rate In order to compensate the potential loss of revenue due to the difference of reimbursement between the out-of-pocket expense and the insurance coverage. By introducing the IOL benefit in the insurance, the insured pays less, hospital generates more revenue through shortening the hospital stay, and the total medical care cost becomes less nationwidely.

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Evaluation of the Utility of SSG Algorithm for Image Restoration of Landsat-8 (Landsat 8호 영상 복원을 위한 SSG 기법 활용성 평가)

  • Lee, Mi Hee;Lee, Dalgeun;Yu, Jung Hum;Kim, Jinyoung
    • Korean Journal of Remote Sensing
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    • v.36 no.5_4
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    • pp.1231-1244
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    • 2020
  • Landsat satellites are representative optical satellites that have observed the Earth's surface for a long-term, and are suitable for long-term changes such as disaster preparedness/recovery monitoring, land use change, change detection, and time series monitoring. In this paper, clouds and cloud shadows were detected using QA bands to detect and remove clouds simply and efficiently. Then, the missing area of the experimantal image is restorated through the SSG algorithm, which does not directly refer to the pixel value of the reference image, but performs restoration to the pixel value in the Experimental image. Through this study, we presented the possibility of utilizing the modified SSG algorithm by quantitatively and qualitatively evaluating information on variousl and cover conditions in the thermal wavelength band as well as the visible wavelength band observing the surface.

Physicochemical Characteristics of Rehmanniae Radix Preparata Powder by Milling with Pre-freezing Temperatures (예비동결 온도에 따른 숙지황 분말의 이화학적 특성)

  • Jang, Gwi Yeong;Park, Chan Hum;Choi, Jehun;Yoon, Ji Hye;Shin, Yu Su;Jeong, Heon Sang;Kim, Dong Hwi
    • Korean Journal of Medicinal Crop Science
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    • v.26 no.1
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    • pp.1-7
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    • 2018
  • Background: Rehmanniae radix preparata (RRP) has been used as a traditional medicine and is one of the most important oriental herbal medicines. However, the physical characteristics of RRP are not suitable for use in industry. The present study was under-taken to determined the preparation method of RRP powder and the physicochemical characteristics of RRP powder by milling under different pre-freezing temperatures. Methods and Results: Moisture content, powder yield, particle size, bulk density, compressive stress, extraction yield, and 5-HMF content of PRR powders by milling with pre-freezing temperatures (-20, -40, -60, and $-80^{\circ}C$) were analyzed, and correlation among these factors was determined. Powder yield increased and particle size decreased in a pre-freezing temperature-dependent manner from -20 to $-60^{\circ}C$. The Hausner ratio increased from 1.186 to 1.225 with decreasing temperature from -20 to $-80^{\circ}C$, whereas compressive stress showed the opposite trend. Extraction yield and 5-HMF content were not significantly different between RRP powder. Significant correlations were observed among pre-freezing temperature and physical characteristics (e.g., yield, particle size, Hausner ratio, and compressive stress). Conclusions: These results suggest that the pre-freezing temperature is an important factor affecting the physical characteristics of PRR powder and applicable to the industrial production of RRP powder.

Targeting a Safe Entry Point for C2 Pedicle Screw Fixation in Patients with Atlantoaxial Instability

  • Chun, Hyoung-Joon;Bak, Koang-Hum
    • Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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    • v.49 no.6
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    • pp.351-354
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    • 2011
  • Objective : This investigation was conducted to evaluate a new, safe entry point for the C2 pedicle screw, determined using the anatomical landmarks of the C2 lateral mass, the lamina, and the isthmus of the pars interarticularis. Methods : Fifteen patients underwent bilateral C1 lateral mass-C2 pedicle screw fixation, combined with posterior wiring. The C2 pedicle screw was inserted at the entry point determined using the following method : 4 mm lateral to and 4 mm inferior to the transitional point (from the superior end line of the lamina to the isthmus of the pars interarticularis). After a small hole was made with a high-speed drill, the taper was inserted with a 30 degree convergence in the cephalad direction. Other surgical procedures were performed according to Harm's description. Preoperatively, careful evaluation was performed with a cervical X-ray for C1-C2 alignment, magnetic resonance imaging for spinal cord and ligamentous structures, and a contrast-enhanced 3-dimensional computed tomogram (3-D CT) for bony anatomy and the course of the vertebral artery. A 3-D CT was checked postoperatively to evaluate screw placement Results : Bone fusion was achieved in all 15 patients (100%) without screw violation into the spinal canal, vertebral artery injury, or hardware failure. Occipital neuralgia developed in one patient, but this subsided after a C2 ganglion block. Conclusion : C2 transpedicular screw fixation can be easily and safely performed using the entry point of the present study. However, careful preoperative radiographic evaluation, regardless of methods, is mandatory.

Ara - C유도체의 항암작용에 관한 연구 (1) : 암세포에 대한 Ara-C 유도체의 항암효과에 대한 in vivo 연구

  • Lee, Hyung-Hwan;Cho, Dong-In;Ji, Yong-Hoon;Lee, Chul-Kyu;Kang, Heon;Choi, Hee-Baek;Lee, Hye-Yeol;Kim, Eun-Tae;Kanter, P.M.;Creaven, P.J.;West, C.R.
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society of Applied Pharmacology
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    • 1994.04a
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    • pp.199-199
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    • 1994
  • Thioglycerol과 glycerol로부터 rac-1-S-octa-decyl-2-O-palmitoyl-1-S-thioglycerol-3-phosphate (DL -PTBA-P)와 rac-1-O-octadecyl-2-O-palmitoyl-g1ycerol-3-phosphate (DL-PBA-P)등을 합성하였고, 이들에 ara-C 유도체인 ara-CMP morpholidate를 반응시켜 최종 산물인 ara-CDP-DL-PCA, ara-CDP-DL-PBA, ara-CDP-DL-PTCA 및 ara-CDP-DL-PTBA등을 합성하였다. 이들 최종산믈의 항암효과는 L1210 lymphoid leukemia, colon 26 carcioma, M5076 sarcoma, C-1300 neuroblastoma, 3-Lewis lung carcinoma, WEHI-3B leukemia, human colon cancer, hum an pancreatic cancer 등의 암세포주를 사용하여 실험하였다. L1210를 DB/2J의 뇌막 또는 복강, DBA/1J의 복강내에 이식하여 ara-C, Ehss thioether lipid의 ara-C 유도체 (ara-CDP-L-DP, ara-CDP-DL-PCA, ara-CDP-DL-PBA, ara -CDP-DL-PTCA, ara-CDP-D-PTBA, ara-CDP-L-PTBA, ara-CDP-DL-PTBA)를 단일 투여 또는 중복 투여하였고, 3-Lewis는 C57BL/6 의 발바닥 피하, colon26은 BALB/C의 견갑상부 히아조직, M5076은 C57BL/6의 피하, WEHI-3B는 BALB/C의 복강, C-1300는 A/strong Ros에 각각 이식한 후 ara-C 또는 ara-CDP-DL-PTBA를 단일 또는 중복 투여하였다.

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Analysis of sight deviation between the panelists and the camera of digital broadcasting (디지털 방송 카메라와 토론자 간의 시각 편차 해석)

  • Choi, Chul-Jae;Joo, Seok-Hum;Lee, Tae-Hee
    • The Journal of the Korea institute of electronic communication sciences
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    • v.9 no.7
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    • pp.835-840
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    • 2014
  • In this paper, we analyze the visual deviation for the sight mismatch between the digital broadcast camera during shooting and panelists due to sideways frequently the digital stopwatch for panelists who participated in the election broadcast to check the time limit. Match the sight of the on-air broadcast camera discussion and participants in the debate, such as the small studio is relatively stable. However, if a large number of participants in the discussion and broadcasting of the forum is a serious sight deviation occurring by sideways large LCD monitor stopwatch that is installed in the center. Therefore, in this paper, the number of panelists, the length of the desk, to discuss the analysis of fair value changes in accordance with the height and distance the distance between the digital stopwatch, and digital broadcast camera.