• Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing Administration
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• v.9 no.1
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• pp.63-73
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• 2003

Purpose : The purpose of this study is to analyze the comparison of organizational climate and job satisfaction of nurses between a secondary hospital and a tertiary hospital. Method : The subjects of this study were 50 nurses who were working in a secondary hospital and 50 working in a tertiary hospital. The data was collected by self-reporting questionnaires. The data were analysed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficient, regression analysis. Result : 1) There was no statistical significance of the difference of organizational climate between a secondary hospital and a tertiary hospital. However, there was a statistical significance of the difference of job satisfaction. 2) In the organizational climate, there was a significant difference by income in a secondary hospital, and by position in a tertiary center. 3) In the job satisfaction, there was significant differences by age, marriage, position, and duration of working in a secondary hospital, otherwise. there was no significant difference in a tertiary hospital. 4) There was significant positive correlation between organizational climate and job satisfaction. Organizational climate significantly affected job satisfaction. Conclusion : It is suggested that the nursing organizational effectiveness program should be developed with reflecting on organizational characteristics that the nurses perceived.

• Journal of Oral Medicine and Pain
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• v.41 no.4
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• pp.195-199
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• 2016

Central sensitization represents a functional change of second order neuron induced by continuous deep pain input and maintained by psychosocial factors. When afferent neurons are involved with central sensitization, secondary hyperalgesia can appear. Secondary hyperalgesia is an increased sensitivity to stimulation without a local cause. Reports on secondary hyperalgesia to heat stimuli are relatively rare compared to mechanical stimuli. And there were few reports of secondary hyperalgesia to heat stimuli in the oral cavity. We presented a case of secondary hyperalgesia to heat stimuli in the gingival area induced by continuous odontogenic pain with a review of the related literature.

• The Journal of Internal Korean Medicine
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• v.28 no.3
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• pp.645-654
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• 2007

The purpose of this study is to present a case of secondary dementia caused by diffuse axonal injury. We diagnosed this patient with diffuse axonal injury by using brain computerized tomography(CT) and magnetic resonance imaging(MRI), and also diagnosed secondary dementia based on DSM-IV. To evaluate prognosis of the patient, we used K-DRS(Korean-Dementia Rating Scale) and gave him a written test. As a result of treating this patient with oriental medicine, the K-DRS score increased and the overall clinical symptoms improved. In oriental medicine, case studies of diffuse axonal injury are yet insufficient, hence more clinical studies and researches will be needed.

• Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science
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• v.11 no.1
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• pp.109-114
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• 1994

We studied the incidence and results of treatment of secondary hypertension in Yeungnam University Hospital. Ntneteen hundred fifty patients with hypertension were included from march 1990 to march 1994. We analysed the prevalence of secondary hypertension and results of treatment. The incidence of secondary hypertension in Yeungnam University Hospital was six percent. The most common underlying causes of secondary hypertension was renal parenchymal disease. Patients with three forms of potentially reversible secondary hypertension, namely, renovascular hypertension, endocrine disease exogenous hormone, were assed to determine whether surgery or withdrawal of the exogenous hormone had led to an improvement in blood pressure control. The incidence of secondary hypertension in Yeungnam University Hospital was low(6%), but some of these are curable. Thus it is very inportant that evaluate the secondary hypertension.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• v.29 no.7
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• pp.929-934
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• 2000

Objective : The results of secondary transsphenoidal surgery(TSS) for either residual or recurring pituitary adenomas have been reported to be unfavorable. To evaluate the effectiveness of secondary TSS, we analyzed the surgical results of residual or recurred pituitary adenomas in patients who underwent secondary TSS from 1992 to 1998. Material and Methods : Among the 95 patients who underwent TSS during this period, 14(15%) received repeated TSS. Two of the 14 patients underwent three TSS. Among the 11 patients with pituitary adenomas, three had nonfunctioning tumors ; six prolachnomas ; two GH-secreting adenomas. The remaining three patieats had craniopharyngioma, pituitary abscess and hemangioendothelioma respectively. The interval between the two surgical procedures ranged from one week to 33 months(mean ; 12 months). Causes of the secondary TSS were tumor recurrence in 11 patients, intentional staged operation in three, persistent disease despite medical therapy and CSF leak after initial operation in one respectively. Treatments prior to secondary TSS were medical treatment only in eight patients. Results : During the repeated operationtss some adhesion was noted in septal mucous membrane. The sphenoid cavity was filled with fibrous tissue which correlated with the methods of reconstruction of the sellar floor at the previous operation. There was no statistically significant difference in success rate of surgery between the initial and the second TSS(86% vs 81%). The complication rate was similar between the two procedures. There was no statistically significant factors affecting the results of second TSS. Conclusion : Transsphenoidal reoperation was regarded as a suitable approach for treating recurrent pituitary adenomas in spite of some degree of operative difficulties. In patients with transsphenoidally resectable tumor residuals or recurrences confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging, remissions can be obtained with high probability, especially in secondary surgery after an staged decompression.

• Advances in pediatric surgery
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• v.13 no.2
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• pp.105-111
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• 2007

We reviewed the records of 25 patients who were re-operated upon after primary repair of esophageal atresia with or without fistula at the Department of Pediatric Surgery, Seoul National University Children's Hospital, from January 1997 to March 2007. Types of the esophageal atresia anomalies were Gross type A in 5 patients, C in 18, and E in 2. The indications for re-operation were anastomosis stricture (n = 14), tracheo-bronchial remnant (n = 4), persistent anastomosis leakage (n = 3), recurrent tracheo-esophageal fistula (n = 2) and esophageal web (n = 2). The interval between primary and secondary surgery was from 48 days to 26 years 5 months (mean: 2 years and 4 months). Four patients required a third operation. The interval between the second and third operation was between 1 year 1 month and 3 year 10 month (mean: 2 years 5 months). Mean follow up period after last operation was 35 months (1 years-8 years 6 months). The secondary surgery was end-to-end esophageal anastomosis in 15, esophagoplasty in 5, gastric tube replacement in 5. After secondary operation, 6 patients had anastomosis stricture (4 patients were relieved of the symptoms by balloon dilatation, 2 patients underwent tertiary operation). Five patients had leakage (sealed on conservative management in all). Two patients had recurrent tracheo-esophagel fistula (1 patient received chemical cauterization and 1 patient underwent tertiary operation). Currently, only one patient has feeding problems. There were no mortalities. Secondary esophageal surgery after primary surgery for esophageal atresia was effective and safe, should be positively considered when complications do not respond to nonoperative therapy.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
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• v.48 no.6
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• pp.590-598
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• 2021

Background Although the initial projection after primary nipple reconstruction is excellent, nipple projection gradually flattens in most cases due to multiple causes. Although various methods have been reported to rebuild the nipple after nipple flattening, the most effective method of secondary nipple reconstruction remains unknown. The aim of this study was to review our institution's experiences with secondary nipple reconstruction. Methods We conducted a retrospective review from March 2012 to January 2019. We performed secondary nipple reconstruction if the primary reconstructed nipple height differed by more than 6 mm from the normal nipple height. We chose the method of nipple revision according to the degree of tissue scarring and the remaining nipple projection. Results We performed secondary nipple reconstruction on a total of 27 nipples, using purse-string sutures for 19 nipples and star flaps in eight nipples. The median follow-up period was 8 months (range, 6-19 months) after the final nipple reconstruction. Among the 19 nipples reconstructed using purse-string sutures, 10 (53%) demonstrated acceptable projection of more than 5 mm. Among the eight nipples reconstructed using star flaps, six (75%) showed acceptable projection of more than 5 mm. Most of the patients (73%) were satisfied (scores of 4 or 5) with the nipple reconstruction overall. Conclusions Few studies have presented favorable outcomes of secondary nipple reconstruction. When the star flap and purse-string suture methods were used depending on the remaining nipple height and scarring, appropriate projection could be achieved.

• The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology
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• v.31 no.4
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• pp.108-116
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• 2018

Objectives : A Report on the Improvement of korean medical treatment of Secondary Raynaud's Syndrome Caused by Systemic Sclerosis. Methods : We treated a Secondary Raynaud's syndrome 59-year-old woman with herbal medicine and acupuncture treatment for 3 months. The evaluation of treatment was confirmed by photographs before and after treatment, VAS, and palm skin temperature. Results : After treatment, the color of both fingernails and finger skins recovered from white to purplish red, and Raynaud phenomenon and palm flaring were decreased. VAS decreased from 8 to 2 and palm skin temperature increased by left hand 1.4 degrees right hand 1.2 degrees. Conclusions : It was shown that korean medical treatment was effective in the conservative treatment of Secondary Raynaud's syndrome caused by systemic sclerosis.

• The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine
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• v.20 no.3
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• pp.97-104
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• 2006

Objectives : There were few reports on Erysipelas, from Secondary Skin Infection after Herpes Zoster. We treated Erysipelas, from Secondary Skin Infection after Herpes Zoster with Oriental medical approach, and got a significant results. So We are reporting this case. Methods : Herb medication, acupuncture treatment were applied for treating patient`s chief symptoms (erythema, heat sensation, swelling, pain, itching and general weakness) Results : The patient was 5-year-old boy who had the symptoms caused by Erysipelas, which was caused by secondary skin infection after herpes zoster. He had erythema, heat sensation, swelling, pain, itching and general weakness. We judged him as Soyangin(少陽人), and prescribed Hyeongbangsaback-san. After he took Hyeongbangsaback-san, the symptom and general condition were improved. In this report, we want to explain the healing process and the result of the treatment of Erysipelas. Conclusions : More study about oriental treatment on Erysipelas, from Secondary Skin Infection after Herpes Zoster is needed.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• v.44 no.3
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• pp.225-228
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• 2011

Background: Conventional treatment (i.e. chest tube insertion and chemical pleurodesis) still remains standard for patients with secondary spontaneous pneumothorax because the risk of surgical bullectomy is deemed high in this subset. However, it has been suggested that surgical treatment using thoracoscopy may expedite postoperative recovery and, thus, may reduce hospital stay. Materials and Methods: Retrospective review of 61 patients with secondary spontaneous pneumothorax, who underwent conventional treatment (n=39) or video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) (n=22) between January 2007 and December 2009, was performed. Talc was used for chemical pleurodesis in both groups. Results: Hospital stay of conventional treatment group and VATS group was $14.2{\pm}14.2$ days (4~58 days) and $10.6{\pm}5.8$ days (5~32 days), respectively, with statistically significant difference (p=0.033). Recurrence rate of conventional treatment group was also significantly higher (12/39, 30%) compared to VATS group (1/22, 4.5%) (p=0.016). Conclusion: In selected patients with secondary spontaneous pneumothorax with continuous air leak or inadequate lung expansion, thoracoscopic surgery with chemical pleurodesis using talc results in shorter hospital stay and lower recurrence rate compared to conventional approach.