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Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ming Jiang, Jinyu Sun, Huayiyang Zou, Menghuan Li, Zhenyang Su, Wei Sun, Xiangqing Kong
Summary: In this study, researchers found that a high neutrophil counts to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (NHR) was associated with increased all-cause and cardiovascular mortality rates. This suggests that NHR could be used as a predictor for mortality risk.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Sina Naghshi, Omid Sadeghi, Bagher Larijani, Ahmad Esmaillzadeh
Summary: There is considerable controversy regarding the association between milk and dairy consumption and mortality risk. This systematic review and meta-analysis found that high-fat milk consumption was significantly associated with a higher risk of all-cause, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and cancer mortality. However, total dairy consumption was associated with a lower risk of CVD mortality.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Qi Cheng, Xiao-cong Liu, Chao-lei Chen, Yu-qing Huang, Ying-qing Feng, Ji-yan Chen
Summary: The study found a U-shaped association between non-HDL-C and mortality in hypertensive population, with a significant decrease in all-cause mortality for every 10 mg/dl increase below the threshold of 158 mg/dl, and a significant positive association with cardiovascular mortality above 190 mg/dl. Similar results were seen in subgroups such as participants under 65 years old, non-white population, non-users of lipid-lowering drugs, and those with a BMI >= 25 kg/m(2).
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Zhen-Wei Wang, Min Li, Jing-Jie Li, Nai-Feng Liu
Summary: This study found a significant association between Lp(a) and the risk of all-cause and CVD-related mortality.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Chuanfei Zeng, Caixia Yan, Shan Guo, Hengmei Zhu, Yanbing Chen, Xiaojiang Zhan
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between HAR and all-cause mortality in PD patients, finding that a high HAR was associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality. Specifically, males, patients under 55 years old, and patients without diabetes or CVD had a higher risk of all-cause mortality with a high HAR.
NUTRITION METABOLISM AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Le Wang, Hongliang Cong, Jingxia Zhang, Yuecheng Hu, Ao Wei, Yingyi Zhang, Hua Yang, Libin Ren, Wei Qi, Wenyu Li
Summary: The study demonstrated the predictive value of the TG/HDL-C ratio for all-cause mortality and cardiovascular death in diabetic patients with CAD treated with statins. A higher ratio was associated with increased risk, and the predictive value was consistent across all subgroups.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Sang Heon Suh, Tae Ryom Oh, Hong Sang Choi, Chang Seong Kim, Eun Hui Bae, Seong Kwon Ma, Kook-Hwan Oh, Seung Hyeok Han, Soo Wan Kim
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between serum non-HDL-C levels and cardiovascular outcomes in non-dialysis chronic kidney disease patients. The study found that high serum non-HDL-C levels were associated with an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, and this association was not affected by clinical factors such as age, gender, body mass index, estimated glomerular filtration rate, and albuminuria.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Yu Huang, Meng Qi Yan, Dan Zhou, Chao Lei Chen, Ying Qing Feng
Summary: This study investigated the association between non-HDL-C and cardiovascular and all-cause mortality using national representative data. The results showed a U-shaped relationship between non-HDL-C and mortality, with both low levels (<4 mmol/L) and high levels (>4.9 mmol/L) associated with increased mortality.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mojgan Amiri, Hamidreza Raeisi-Dehkordi, Auke J. C. F. Verkaar, Yahong Wu, Anniek C. van Westing, Kirsten A. Berk, Wichor M. Bramer, Dagfinn Aune, Trudy Voortman
Summary: This study investigates the association between circulating lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) and risk of mortality in the general population and in patients with chronic diseases. The results indicate that higher levels of Lp(a) are associated with increased risk of all-cause mortality and cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality. The study suggests that measuring Lp(a) levels at least once in each adult person's lifetime may be beneficial in identifying individuals at higher risk of mortality.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Sina Naghshi, Mohammad Naemi, Omid Sadeghi, Manije Darooghegi Mofrad, Mehrasa Moezrad, Leila Azadbakht
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between calcium intake and mortality risk. The findings suggested that moderate intake of total and dietary calcium were inversely associated with mortality risk, while supplemental calcium intake showed no significant association. Nonlinear relationships were observed between calcium intake and all-cause, CVD, and cancer mortality risk.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ji Hye Huh, Sang Wook Park, Tae-Hwa Go, Dae Ryong Kang, Sang-Hak Lee, Jang-Young Kim
Summary: The study found that LDL-C levels >= 100 mg/dL in non-statin users and >= 130 mg/dL in statin users were associated with an increased risk of CVD. Even individuals with lower LDL-C levels had a significantly higher risk of CVD if their fasting plasma glucose levels were >= 110 mg/dL.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Amir Bagheri, Sina Naghshi, Omid Sadeghi, Bagher Larijani, Ahmad Esmaillzadeh
Summary: The study found that higher dietary magnesium intake was associated with a reduced risk of all-cause and cancer mortality, but not CVD mortality. There were no significant associations between supplemental and total magnesium intakes with the risk of mortality. Linear dose-response analysis revealed that each additional intake of 100 mg/d of dietary magnesium was linked to a decreased risk of all-cause and cancer mortality.
ADVANCES IN NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Paolo Blanco Villela, Sonia Carvalho Santos, Glaucia Maria Moraes de Oliveira
Summary: This study analyzed the interactions between underlying and multiple causes of death related to heart failure in Brazil from 2006 to 2016. It found that the frequency of heart failure as a multiple cause of death was nearly three times higher than as an underlying cause of death. The study highlights the importance of considering heart failure as a complex syndrome with multiple components in analyzing mortality trends for public health management programs.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Shamima Akter, Tetsuya Mizoue, Akiko Nanri, Atsushi Goto, Mitsuhiko Noda, Norie Sawada, Taiki Yamaji, Motoki Iwasaki, Manami Inoue, Shoichiro Tsugane
Summary: The study found a U-shaped association between low-carbohydrate diet (LCD) score and total mortality among Asians, with high animal protein and fat in LCD associated with higher mortality risk. Conversely, a LCD high in plant-based sources of protein and fat was associated with a lower risk of total and cardiovascular mortality.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Hui Yang, Di Sun, Yating Yang, Ruilang Lin, Jiaqin Xu, Jingyi Wu, Xiaorui Cui, Jiong Li, Guoyou Qin, Xiaojie Han, Yongfu Yu
Summary: This study found that depression was associated with all-cause mortality among individuals at a high baseline risk of CVD, but no significant association was observed in people at a low baseline risk of CVD.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yeo Wool Lee, Jeong Yeon Seon, Seung Heon Lee, In Hwan Oh
Summary: During the early stages of the COVID-19 epidemic in South Korea, infections, ICU admissions, and mortality from COVID-19 were more prevalent among socioeconomically and physically vulnerable groups. Tuberculosis was found to be associated with ICU care for COVID-19, though the relationship between tuberculosis, COVID-19, and mortality was uncertain due to potential under-reporting of TB cases and the limited number of TB patients.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Taeeung Kim, So-Youn Park, In-Hwan Oh
Summary: The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between modes of physical activity and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in disabled people in Korea. The study finds that a higher frequency of physical activity is associated with a more positive HRQoL. Factors such as age, severity of disability, education level, disease burden, and lifestyle affect the HRQoL of disabled people. Therefore, supporting disabled people to be independent and active in physical activity can help improve their HRQoL.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Soo-Young Choi, Hyeon-Kyoung Cheong, Min-Kyeong Lee, Jeong-Wook Kang, Young-Chan Lee, In-Hwan Oh, Young-Gyu Eun
Summary: The development of head and neck cancer is influenced by metabolic diseases. Obesity reduces the risk of HNC in men, while underweight and diabetes are risk factors for both men and women. High cholesterol and LDL levels decrease the risk in men. Each metabolic disease affects HNC differently.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Soon Su Shin, Eun Hye Yang, Hyo Choon Lee, Seong Ho Moon, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: This study investigated the association between urinary blood lipid profiles and metabolites of benzene and toluene in Korean adults. The results showed that benzene and toluene metabolites were significantly and positively associated with hypertriglyceridemia, but negatively associated with high levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Sung Keun Park, Ju Young Jung, Min -Ho Kim, Chang-Mo Oh, Eunhee Ha, Soon Su Shin, Hyo Choon Lee, Woo Yeon Hwang, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: This study examined the association between changes in proteinuria and the risk of cerebral infarction. The results showed that all types of proteinuria changes were associated with an increased risk of cerebral infarction.
DIABETES RESEARCH AND CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Young Jin Kim, Chang-Mo Oh, Sung Keun Park, Ju Young Jung, Min-Ho Kim, Eunhee Ha, Do Jin Nam, Yeji Kim, Eun Hye Yang, Hyo Choon Lee, Soon Su Shin, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: In this retrospective cohort study, the association between fasting blood glucose and the incidence of pancreatic cancer in Korea was investigated. The study found a significant association between fasting blood glucose, even in the pre-diabetic range, and the development of pancreatic cancer in Koreans.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Soonsu Shin, Eun Hye Yang, Hyo Choon Lee, Seong Ho Moon, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: This study examined the relationship between the usage of visual display terminal (VDT) and symptoms related to computer vision syndrome (CVS) in a large population including both white-collar and blue-collar workers. Results showed that the risk of headache/eyestrain and suspected CVS significantly increased in the group with the highest VDT usage at work. Regardless of occupational classification, the use of VDT in the workplace was found to increase the risk of headache/eyestrain, highlighting the importance of paying attention to the health of VDT workers and improving their working conditions.
ANNALS OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Hong Jun Yang, Yeon Pyo Hong, Tai-Young Yoon, Jae-Hong Ryoo, Joong-Myung Choi, Chang-Mo Oh
Summary: This study examined the independent and synergistic associations of aerobic physical activity and resistance exercise with NAFLD. The results showed that both highly active aerobic physical activity and resistance exercise were significantly associated with a decreased risk of NAFLD. Furthermore, combining both exercises had a synergistic preventive effect on NAFLD.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Sung Keun Park, Min-Ho Kim, Ju Young Jung, Chang-Mo Oh, Eunhee Ha, Do Jin Nam, Eun Hye Yang, Woo Yeon Hwang, Sangho Lee, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: Long-term and heavy smoking increases the risk of microvascular complications, including nephropathy and neuropathy, in patients with diabetes mellitus. Quitting smoking and reducing smoking amount are crucial in preventing microvascular complications in diabetic patients.
DIABETES-METABOLISM RESEARCH AND REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ju Young Jung, Chang-Mo Oh, Eugene Kim, Sung Keun Park
Summary: This study investigated the association between sodium intake and sleep quality, sleep duration, and nocturnal urination. The results showed that high sodium intake was associated with poor sleep quality, short sleep duration, and nocturnal urination.
NUTRITION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hyo Choon Lee, Eun Hye Yang, Soonsu Shin, Seoung Ho Moon, Nan Song, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: There is insufficient research on the link between commute time and mental health among Koreans. Using the 6th Korean Working Conditions Survey (KWCS), this study aimed to identify the relationship between commute time and subjective mental health. The results showed that long commute times were associated with increased risk of depression, anxiety, and fatigue.
ANNALS OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Chang-Mo Oh, Yangha Kim, Jieun Yang, Sunhye Choi, Kyungwon Oh
Summary: This study used the Korea Youth Risk Behavior Survey (KYRBS) database to investigate changes in health behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic. The prevalence of current cigarette smoking and alcohol drinking decreased, while obesity increased during the pandemic. In terms of physical activity and dietary behaviors, fast food consumption increased and fruit consumption decreased. Efforts are needed to reduce obesity and promote healthy dietary behaviors.
EPIDEMIOLOGY AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Soonsu Shin, Min-Ho Kim, Dong-Young Lee, Hyejin Chun, Eunhee Ha, Hyo Choon Lee, Seong-Ho Moon, Sangho Lee, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: Decreased eGFR was significantly associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer in the Korean population, indicating the need for further studies to explore this relationship in other ethnic groups.
JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Soonsu Shin, Jae-Hong Ryoo
Summary: This study aimed to identify modifiable factors related to urinary BPA levels in Korean children. Through an environment-wide association study and machine learning-based regression analysis, two factors, urinary cotinine levels and the use of slime or clay toys, were found to be positively associated with urinary BPA levels in preschoolers.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)