Article
Biophysics
Dermot O'Rourke, Belinda R. Beck, Amy T. Harding, Steven L. Watson, Peter Pivonka, Saulo Martelli
Summary: Exercise induces spatially heterogeneous bone changes in the proximal femur, with 3D-DXA technology able to assess these changes. However, there were significant differences in bone strength under different loading configurations before and after exercise intervention. The study suggests caution when interpreting the results of 3D-DXA technology in individual cases.
JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Fernanda Fernandes-Breitenbach, Melise Jacon Peres-Ueno, Luis Fernando Gadioli Santos, Victor Gustavo Balera Brito, Robson Chacon Castoldi, Mario Jeferson Quirino Louzada, Antonio Hernandes Chaves-Neto, Sandra Helena Penha Oliveira, Rita Cassia Menegati Dornelles
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the combined effects of oxytocin (OT) and strength training (ST) on the bone remodeling process in the femoral neck of Wistar rats during periestropause. The results showed that the combination of OT and ST had a greater impact on bone density, bone-related biomarkers, and mechanical properties compared to isolated interventions.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Mikkel Bo Brent, Ulf Simonsen, Jesper Skovhus Thomsen, Annemarie Bruel
Summary: Exposure to hypobaric hypoxia at high altitude is detrimental to bone health. Acetazolamide and zoledronate are potential treatments, with zoledronate being more effective in preventing bone loss.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Adam Tibor Schlegl, Viktoria Nyakas, Daniel Kovacs, Peter Maroti, Gergo Jozsa, Peter Than
Summary: The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of widely used conventional X-ray-based (2D) neck-shaft angle measurements with 3D reconstruction. The study found no significant difference in accuracy between the four examined 2D methods, but the deviation between 2D and 3D results was considerable. Only femoral torsion had a significant influence on the difference. It is recommended to use any 3D imaging method for surgical planning and in uncertain cases.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sipho Moyo, Ishmael Festus Jaja, Keletsho Mopipi, Patrick Masika, Voster Muchenje
Summary: Increasing levels of Imbrasia belina worm meal in broiler chick diets did not significantly affect blood lipid profile, bone morphometric and mineral content, except for triglycerides where treatment 3 showed the highest levels.
ANIMAL FEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Ning Xia, Yun Cai, Wei Wang, Chen Bao, Yunming Li, Qingyun Xie, Wei Xu, Da Liu
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between bone-related biomarkers and femoral neck bone mineral density (BMD) and maximum load (L-max), in order to find an indicator that can reflect femoral neck bone loss and reduced bone strength. The results showed that serum CTX was more sensitive to differences in bone mass and bone strength of femoral neck compared to other indicators, and it could be considered as a surrogate marker for OPN and COL-I. Early measurement of CTX could facilitate the diagnosis of osteopenia and provide a theoretical basis for delaying the occurrence of femoral neck OP and fragility fractures.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Alice Dudle, Yvan Gugler, Michael Pretterklieber, Serge Ferrari, Kurt Lippuner, Philippe Zysset
Summary: Osteoporosis is currently diagnosed based on 2D DXA scans, but this method does not consider the 3D bone geometry and density distribution. QCT scans combined with FE analysis can provide improved femoral strength predictions, but high radiation dose and cost limit its usage. The 3D-Shaper software reconstructs the 3D shape and density distribution of the femur from 2D DXA scans, which could provide a more accurate estimation of femoral strength.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Madhusmita Misra, Miriam A. Bredella
Summary: Adolescent metabolic and bariatric surgery is associated with reductions in areal bone mineral density and increases in marrow adipose tissue of the axial skeleton. Sleeve gastrectomy is linked to an increase in cortical bone mineral density and a decrease in peripheral skeleton marrow adipose tissue. No reductions in peripheral strength estimates have been reported.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Aleksandar Cirovic, Ana Cirovic, Danica Djukic, Danijela Djonic, Vladimir Zivkovic, Slobodan Nikolic, Marija Djuric, Petar Milovanovic
Summary: In this study, inter-individual and intra-individual differences in femoral neck cortical microstructure were analyzed. High porosity and/or low thickness were found in specific subregions and segments of the femoral neck. These findings provide anatomical evidence for explaining fracture initiation at various sites of the superolateral neck.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Anna Moilanen, Juho Kopra, Heikki Kroger, Reijo Sund, Toni Rikkonen, Joonas Sirola
Summary: This study monitored long-term changes in bone mineral density (BMD) in postmenopausal women over a 25-year period. It found that higher baseline BMD was associated with higher bone loss rate, while lower baseline BMI and greater BMI increase helped protect against postmenopausal bone loss. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) users had lower bone loss compared to non-users.
JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Milos Stojkovic, Milan Trifunovic, Jelena Milovanovic, Stojanka Arsic
Summary: This paper addresses the digital reconstruction of femoral neck fracture and introduces the concept of User-Defined (geometric) Feature (UDF) which proves to be convenient in the reconstruction of bone regions. The proposed method is validated by statistical analysis of CT scans of 24 Caucasian adults and comparing the congruency between the raw CT scan models and the reconstructed models.
FACTA UNIVERSITATIS-SERIES MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kyeong-Hyeon Park, Chang-Wug Oh, Joon-Woo Kim, Hee-Jun Kim, Dong-Hyun Kim, Jin-Han Lee, Won-Ki Hong, Jong-Keon Oh
Summary: Prophylactic neck fixation may be considered as an alternative biomechanical solution to prevent proximal femoral fractures when performing intramedullary nailing for osteoporotic femoral fractures.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Ning Xia, Yun Cai, Qianhua Kan, Jian Xiao, Lin Cui, Jiangjun Zhou, Wei Xu, Da Liu
Summary: This study investigated the role and weight of microscopic properties on femoral neck maximum load (L-max) and found that elastic modulus had the strongest correlation with L-max. Evaluation of microscopic parameters on femoral neck cortical bone can clarify the effects of microscopic properties on L-max, providing a theoretical basis for femoral neck osteoporosis and fragility fractures.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pinaki Bhattacharya, Qiao Li, Damien Lacroix, Visakan Kadirkamanathan, Marco Viceconti
Summary: The study proposes a method to define scale based on measurement limitations and variations in time and space, and uses it to construct a multiscale modelling methodology. This methodology can be easily adapted to a wide range of engineering problems.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Zheng Wang, Yong Yang, Gangning Feng, Haohui Guo, Zhirong Chen, Yaogeng Chen, Qunhua Jin
Summary: This study compared the biomechanical properties of three different internal fixation methods for unstable femoral neck fractures. The results showed that the InterTan nail had the highest axial and A-P bending stiffness, followed by the FNS system and then three cannulated screws. The torsional stiffness of the FNS system was comparable to that of the InterTan nail. The FNS system, as a novel minimally invasive implant, can create a favorable mechanical environment for the healing of unstable femoral neck fractures.
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING ONLINE
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Hyung Jin Ahn, Ye-Jee Kim, Ho-Su Lee, Jin Hwa Park, Sung Wook Hwang, Dong-Hoon Yang, Byong Duk Ye, Jeong-Sik Byeon, Seung-Jae Myung, Suk-Kyun Yang, Beom-Jun Kim, Sang Hyoung Park
Summary: The study revealed that newly diagnosed IBD patients have a significantly increased risk of vertebral and hip fractures, especially in those with Crohn's disease (CD), regardless of corticosteroid exposure.
CLINICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ji Yeon Baek, Il-Young Jang, Hee-Won Jung, So Jeong Park, Jin Young Lee, Eunah Choi, Yun Sun Lee, Eunju Lee, Beom-Jun Kim
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between serum irisin levels and muscle health, finding no definitive association between irisin levels and muscle-related parameters.
EXPERIMENTAL GERONTOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Yousun Ko, Heeryoel Jeong, Seungwoo Khang, Jeongjin Lee, Kyung Won Kim, Beom-Jun Kim
Summary: This study investigated the influence of pheochromocytoma on human body composition, revealing that sympathetic hyperactivity may contribute to increased lipolysis in visceral and subcutaneous adipose tissues but has an unclear impact on human skeletal muscle.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Seong Hee Ahn, Hee-Won Jung, Eunju Lee, Ji Yeon Baek, Il-Young Jang, So Jeong Park, Jin Young Lee, Eunah Choi, Yun Sun Lee, Seongbin Hong, Beom-Jun Kim
Summary: Higher serum sclerostin levels are associated with a lower risk of sarcopenia, low muscle mass, and weak muscle strength in Korean older adults.
ENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISM
(2022)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Beom-Jun Kim
Summary: This review discusses the research on muscle-bone crosstalk, highlighting that mechanical forces are not the only mechanism by which muscle-derived signals affect bone metabolism, and emphasizing the significance of skeletal muscles as an endocrine organ that secretes bone-regulatory factors. Both mechanical and biochemical aspects should be considered to fully understand the interaction between muscles and bones.
ANNALS OF GERIATRIC MEDICINE AND RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jae-Chan Ryu, Jae-Han Bae, Sang Hee Ha, Jun Young Chang, Dong-Wha Kang, Sun U. Kwon, Jong S. Kim, Chung Hee Baek, Bum Joon Kim
Summary: This study found that the association between END and BPV parameters varies according to renal function in minor ischemic stroke patients. BPV was more strongly associated with END in patients with renal impairment, but less so in those with normal renal function.
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
Soo Jeong, Sang Hee Ha, Jun Young Chang, Bum Joon Kim
Article
Clinical Neurology
J. -H. Bae, J. -C. Ryu, S. H. Ha, B. J. Kim, D. -W. Kang, S. U. Kwon, J. -S. Kim, J. Y. Chang
Summary: Left vertebral artery hypoplasia is associated with cardiac embolism in the posterior circulation and leads to poor functional outcomes.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF NEURORADIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ho Geol Woo, Hyug-Gi Kim, Kyung Mi Lee, Sang Hee Ha, HangJin Jo, Sung Hyuk Heo, Dae-il Chang, David S. Liebeskind, Bum Joon Kim
Summary: This study compared the differences in plaque characteristics and hemodynamic parameters in patients with MCA atherosclerosis according to stroke mechanism. It found that stroke caused by artery-to-artery embolism was associated with plaque enhancement and the highest maximum wall shear stress (WSS), and had a greater variability in maximum WSS.
Article
Neurosciences
Sang Hee Ha, So Young Yang, Soo Jeong, Jae Young Park, Jun Young Chang, Dong-Wha Kang, Sun U. Kwon, Jong-Sung Kim, Bum Joon Kim
Summary: This study compares the propensity for lesion lateralization in atrial fibrillation-related cardiac embolic stroke and identifies factors associated with lesion laterality. The results show that enlarged left atrium and single confluent lesion pattern are strongly related to right-sided propensity.
JOURNAL OF STROKE & CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jae-Chan Ryu, Jae-Han Bae, Sang Hee Ha, Boseong Kwon, Yunsun Song, Deok Hee Lee, Bum Joon Kim, Dong-Wha Kang, Sun U. U. Kwon, Jong S. S. Kim, Jun Young Chang
Summary: This study investigated the association between changes in lipid profiles and the risk of in-stent restenosis. The results showed that improvement of HDL-C levels, TC/HDL-C ratio, and LDL-C/HDL-C ratio were associated with a decreased risk of in-stent restenosis.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Minjae Kim, Seung Chai Jung, Soo Chin Kim, Bum Joon Kim, Woo-Keun Seo, Byungjun Kim
Summary: This study aims to assess the current practice of acute stroke imaging protocols at tertiary hospitals in South Korea and propose standardized and feasible imaging protocols for constructing an artificial intelligence database. The survey revealed considerable heterogeneity in imaging protocols, highlighting the need for standardized guidelines.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Darda Chung, Tae-Jin Song, Bum Joon Kim, Sung Hyuk Heo, Jin-Man Jung, Kyungmi Oh, Chi Kyung Kim, Sungwook Yu, Kwang Yeol Park, Jeong-Min Kim, Jong -Ho Park, Man-Seok Park, Joon-Tae Kim, Yang -Ha Hwang, Yong -Jae Kim, Jong -Won Chung, Oh Young Bang, Gyeong-Moon Kim, Woo-Keun Seo, Jay Chol Choi
Summary: This study found that major bleeding risk was independently associated with stroke-specific factors in anticoagulated patients with stroke and AF.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Kyung Chul Noh, Hye-Yeon Choi, Ho Geol Woo, Jun Young Chang, Sung Hyuk Heo, Dae-Il Chang, Bum Joon Kim
Summary: Despite the use of antiplatelet agents, high-on-aspirin platelet reactivity (HAPR) can lead to recurrent ischemic stroke, especially in cases of large-artery atherosclerosis. HAPR is more commonly associated with stroke due to extracranial atherosclerosis and inadequate antiplatelet inhibition. Artery-to-artery embolism is independently associated with HAPR in both types of stroke.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Letter
Clinical Neurology
Kwan Young Park, Dong Young Jeong, Sang Hee Ha, Bum Joon Kim
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
(2022)