• Childhood Kidney Diseases
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• 제13권2호
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• pp.189-196
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• 2009

목적 : 신증후군에서 사구체 단백 투과성이 증가하는 것은 전신적인 순환 인자와 관련되어 있는 것으로 여겨진다. 전신적인 순환 인자의 사구체 외 기관에서의 영향과 관련하여, 본 연구에서는 복막 투석 중인 steroid resistant nephrotic syndrome (SRNS) 환자에서의 복막투석을 통한 단백 소실 정도를 파악하고자 하였다. 방법 : 2001년부터 2009년까지 복막 투석 중인 신증후군 환자 12명(SRNS)과 대조군 14명을 대상으로 후향적 환자-대조군 연구를 시행하였다. 성별, 투석 시작 시 연령, 체중, 신장, 투석 방법, 투석양, 투석 시작 시 검사 소견(혈액 요소 질소, 혈청 크레아티닌, 혈청 단백, 혈청 알부민, 24시간 투석액 부피, 24시간 투석액 단백, Kt/V)과 1년 뒤 투석 시 검사 소견(24시간 투석액 단백)을 조사하였다. 단백질 섭취 정도를 평가하기 위해 nPNA (normalized protein equvalent of total nitrogen appearance)를 측정하였다. 결과 : SRNS군과 대조군은 nPNA를 비롯한 다른 지표에 의미 있는 차이를 보이지 않았으나, SRNS군에서 혈청 알부민이 $3.7{\pm}0.3$ g/dL로 대조군($4.0{\pm}0.4$ g/dL, P=0.021)보다 낮았다. 복막액을 통한 단백 소실량은 SRNS군에서 대조군보다 통계학적으로 의미 있게 높았으며($3,044.4{\pm}837.6\;mg/m^2$/day vs. $1,791.6{\pm}1,244.0\;mg/m^2$/day, P=0.007), 혈장 단백에 대한 복막의 투과성은 SRNS군에서 대조군보다 2배 가량 높았다($1.06{\pm}0.46%$ vs. $0.58{\pm}0.43%$, P=0.010). SRNS군과 대조군 모두 초기와 1년 뒤 복막 단백 소실량이 증가하였으나 대조군에서 더 큰 차이를 보였으며 복막 단백 소실량의 시간 경과에 따른 변화는 두 군(SRNS군 vs. 대조군)간에 의미있게 차이가 있었다(P=0.023). 결론 : 신증후군을 앓고 있는 소아 환자에서 복막 투석을 시행할 때는 이들의 영양상태, 성장 및 발달에 평가가 보다 적극적으로 이루어져야 하고, 복막을 통한 단백 소실을 모니터링하여 이를 보충하려는 노력 또한 필요하리라 생각된다.

• 성인간호학회지
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• 제16권2호
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• pp.288-296
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• 2004

Purpose: Illness intrusiveness (illness induced lifestyle disruption) by symptoms was investigated in 439 patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Method: The cross-sectional and retrospective survey design was used. Fatigue, disability, pain, and depression were considered as symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Result: Patients were reported to perceive more illness intrusiveness than other chronic disease patients such as end stage renal disease, bipolar disorder, and peritoneal dialysis patients. They were especially intrusive into work, health, and active recreation domains. Stepwise regression analysis identified four variables counting for 26% of illness intrusiveness variances: fatigue, disability, marital status, and depression. All of the symptoms except pain were found to significantly predict illness intrusiveness. Fatigue explained 16% of illness intrusiveness variances. Conclusion: Fatigue and depression usually overlooked by health professionals must be carefully assessed and managed to reduce perceived illness for rheumatoid arthritis patients.

• 성인간호학회지
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• 제28권4호
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• pp.415-423
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• 2016

Purpose: This study was designed to identify the structural relationships among psychosocial variables related to sick role behavioral compliance among patients undergoing hemodialysis. Methods: The subjects were 476 patients from seven major hospitals and twelve dialysis centers located in D and P cities. Data were collected using self-report questionnaires. Data analysis was done by using SPSS/WIN 18.0 and AMOS 18.0 programs for structural equation modeling, to estimate the hypothesized model. Results: This findings support that a modified path model is efficient and appropriate to explain sick role behavioral compliance among hemodialysis patients. These factors account for 80.1% of the variance of sick-role behavioral compliance among hemodialysis patients. The variables having direct effect on sick role behavioral compliance were knowledge related to hemodialysis, social support, attitude, self-efficacy and intention. Conclusion: The modified model explains the integration process of psychosocial and behavior variables for sick-role behavioral compliance among patients undergoing hemodialysis.

• Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care
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• 제27권1호
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• pp.1-10
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• 2024

This article underscores the importance of integrating comprehensive palliative care for noncancer patients who are undergoing hemodialysis, with an emphasis on the aging populations in Asian nations such as Taiwan, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and China. As the global demographic landscape shifts towards an aging society and healthcare continues to advance, a marked increase has been observed in patients undergoing hemodialysis who require palliative care. This necessitates an immediate paradigm shift to incorporate this care, addressing the intricate physical, psychosocial, and spiritual challenges faced by these individuals and their families. Numerous challenges impede the provision of effective palliative care, including difficulties in prognosis, delayed referrals, cultural misconceptions, lack of clinician confidence, and insufficient collaboration among healthcare professionals. The article proposes potential solutions, such as targeted training for clinicians, the use of telemedicine to facilitate shared decision-making, and the introduction of time-limited trials for dialysis to overcome these obstacles. The integration of palliative care into routine renal treatment and the promotion of transparent communication among healthcare professionals represent key strategies to enhance the quality of life and end-of-life care for people on hemodialysis. By embracing innovative strategies and fostering collaboration, healthcare providers can deliver more patient-centered, holistic care that meets the complex needs of seriously ill patients within an aging population undergoing hemodialysis.

• The Korean journal of internal medicine
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• 제39권3호
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• pp.488-500
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• 2024

Background/Aims: Roxadustat, an oral medication for treating renal anemia, is a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor used for regulating iron metabolism and promoting erythropoiesis. To investigate the efficacy and safety of roxadustat in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) with erythropoietin hyporesponsiveness. Methods: Single-center, retrospective study, 81 PD patients (with erythropoietin hyporesponsiveness) were divided into the roxadustat group (n = 61) and erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) group (n = 20). Hemoglobin (Hb), total cholesterol, intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH), brain natriuretic peptide (BNP), related indicators of cardiac function and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) were collected. Additionally, adverse events were also recorded. The follow-up period was 16 weeks. Results: The two groups exhibited similar baseline demographic and clinical characteristics. At baseline, the roxadustat group had a mean Hb level of 89.8 ± 18.9 g/L, while the ESAs group had a mean Hb level of 95.2 ± 16.0 g/L. By week 16, the Hb levels had increased to 118 ± 19.8 g/L (p < 0.05) in the roxadustat group and 101 ± 19.3 g/L (p > 0.05) in the ESAs group. The efficacy of roxadustat in improving anemia was not influenced by baseline levels of hs-CRP and iPTH. Cholesterol was decreased in the roxadustat group without statin use. An increase in left ventricular ejection fraction and stabilization of BNP were observed in the roxadustat group. Conclusions: For PD patients with erythropoietin hyporesponsiveness, roxadustat can significantly improve renal anemia. The efficacy of roxadustat in improving renal anemia was not affected by baseline levels of hs-CRP0 and iPTH.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제40권4호
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• pp.247-255
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• 2007

배경: 일반적으로 선천성 심장질환의 수술교정에는 체외 심폐 순환(체외순환)이 이용된다. 체외순환과 관련된 폐손상이 잘 알려져 있는데, 임상적으로 산소화의 저하, 폐유순도의 감소, 폐혈관의 저항과 반응성의 증가의 소견을 보이며 수술 후 합병증 및 사망의 중요한 원인이 된다. 이러한 폐손상의 원인은 보체의 할성화, 호중구의 축적, 산소라디칼손상을 포함하여 아주 다양하지만, 폐혈관 내피의 손상과 그에 의한 endothelin-1 발현의 변화가 주된 원인이라고 보고되고 있다. 저자들은 복막 투석이 혈장 endothelin-1의 제거에 기여할 수 있는지 여부에 대한 연구를 하였다. 대상 및 방법: 2005년 3월 부터 2006년 3월 사이에 18명의 환자를 대상으로 하였다. 혈장 검체는 수술 전후로 채취하였고, 수술 후 복막 투석 카테터를 삽입하여 체외순환 이탈 후의 복막 유출액 검체를 채취하였다. Endothelin-1의 농도측정은 ELISA (enzyme Linked Immunosorbent assay)로 시행하였다. 결과: 술 전에 측정된 endothelin-1 값이 술 전 폐혈류 혹은 폐동맥압의 증가의 진단을 가진 환아에서 유의하게 높았다 (4.2 vs 1.8 pg/mL, p<0.001). 수술 전 혈장 endothelin-1의 평균 농도는 $3.61{\pm}2.17pg/mL$이었고, 체외순환 이탈 직후는 $5.33{\pm}3.72 pg/mL$로 가장 높게 측정되었다. 복막 투석 시작 후, 농도는 감소하기 시작하여 체외순환 이탈 직후에 비해 18시간째에는 유의하게 낮은 농도를 나타내었다(p=0.036). 결론: 혈장 endothelin-1 농도가 체외순환 이탈 직후에 가장 높게 측정되었고, 복막 투석 후 감소하기 시작하는 소견은 복막 투석으로 혈장 endothelin-1이 제거될 수 있는 가능성을 강하게 시사한다.

• Childhood Kidney Diseases
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• 제13권2호
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• pp.197-206
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• 2009

목적 : 소아에서 정맥용 철분 제제 투여에 대해서는 활용할 수 있는 연구 결과가 제한되어 있다. 이번 연구에서는 만성 투석 환아에게 정맥용 철분 수크로즈 제제를 투여함에 있어서 효과 및 결과 예측 인자, 안정성을 확인해 보고자 한다. 방법 : 혈청 페리틴 농도가 100 ng/mL 이하이거나 트랜스페린 포화도가 20% 이하인 21명의 만성 투석 환자가 선정되었다. 12명의 복막 투석 환자에게 철분 수크로즈를 체표면적당 200 mg의 용량으로 2주 간격으로 4회 투여하였고, 9명의 혈액 투석 환자에게 동일한 제제를 체중당 3 mg의 용량으로 일주일 간격으로 8회 투여하였다. 결과 : 치료 후 혈청 페리틴 농도는 양측 환자에서 유의한 상승을 보였고 복막 투석 환자에서는 트랜스페린 포화도가 유의한 상승을 보였다. 그러나 혈색소 수치는 양측 환자에서 모두 의미 있는 상승을 보이지는 않았다. 기저 혈색소 수치가 10 g/dL 이하이거나 기저 트랜스페린 포화도가 20% 이하인 환자는 정맥용 철분 제제 투여 후 의미있는 혈색소 상승을 보였다. 대조적으로 기저 혈색소 수치와 트랜스페린 포화도가 높았던 환자들은 치료 후 혈청 페리틴 수치의 상승을 보였다. 심각한 부작용은 없었으나 치료하는 과정에서 6명의 복막 투석 환자에서 50% 이상의 트랜스페린 포화도를 보였다. 결론 : 본 연구에서 혈액 투석 환아에서 일주일 간격으로 체중당 3 mg의 철분제제의 정맥 투여는 안전하게 사용될 수 있음을 확인할 수 있었던 반면, 복막 투석 환자에서 격주 간격으로 체표면적당 200 mg의 철분제제의 정맥 투여는 과도한 트랜스페린 포화도를 보일 수 있다.

• 정신신체의학
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• 제1권1호
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• pp.25-34
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• 1993

The author reviewed the general principle in the use of psychotropics for patients with renal diseases. who have psychiatric problems. Durgs which are dialyzable and metabolized or eliminated by kidney should not be used for patients with renal failure. However, lithium can be effectively used in a single dose$(300{\sim}600 mg/day)$ after each dialysis. though lithium has the double negative components. It is recommended that serum lithium level should be frequently monitored and the dose of lithium should be gradually increased to minimize its side effect Most of other psychotropics such as benzodiazepine anxiolytics tricyclic or tetracyclic antidepressants, and neuroleptics are metabolized in the liver, and they can be used in renal patients. The dose of these drugs should be reduced in two-thirds of the standard dose. In addition. it is necessary for liaison psychiatrists and other physicians to understand the interactions between psychotropics and drugs often used for treatment of renal diseases in order to prescribe psychotropics safely and effectively in renal patients.

• 근관절건강학회지
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.119-130
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• 2003

Illness intrusiveness(illness induced lifestyle disruption) was investigated in 902 patients with arthritis and compared between rheumatoid arthritis(N=439) and osteoarthritis(N=463) patients. Arthritis patients were reported to perceive illness intrusiveness similar to patients with ESRD(end stage renal disease), bipolar disorder and peritoneal dialysis. Especially they were intrusive into health, work, and active recreation domains. And patients with rheumatoid arthritis were significantly more intrusive into activities, especially in diet, financial situation, family relations, other social relations, self-expression/self improvement, religious expression, and community and civic involvement. Differences in treatment regimens and age were hypothesized to account for these differences in illness intrusiveness.

• 지역사회간호학회지
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• 제19권2호
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• pp.157-166
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• 2008

This study was conducted with whole home care nurses nationwide to provide secondary analyzed data to understand on their usage of medical equipments and their need of them for a month. This study found that treatments given by home care nurses were nelaton catheterization, bladder washing/urethral washing, newborn care, exchange and care for nasogastric tube and suction in that order of frequency. Second, instruments and equipments used for home care were reported to be stethoscope, patient monitor, blood pressure measuring equipment, air flotation mattresses, beds for patients, mattresses, suctioning device sets, enteral feeding equipment and dressing set in that oder of frequency. Moreover, need assessment of medical instruments and equipments showed renal dialysis was most needed and patient monitor, blood pressure measuring equipment, enteral feeding equipment, solution and other supplies for renal dialysis and beds for patient were necessary in that order. In conclusion, the results of this study investigating special treatments and medical instruments and equipments used for home care patients and analyzing patients' need, were expected to be useful for expansion of application of long-term care insurance for the elderly and health insurance as well as for quality control of home care and development of medial instruments and equipments used at home.