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Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Zhihua Hao, Mian Wang, Qiuxiao Zhu, Jie Li, Zibo Liu, Lingling Yuan, Yue Zhang, Lihui Zhang
Summary: Studies have found associations between cardio-metabolic disorders and socioeconomic status in less developed areas of North China. This study suggests that screening for cardio-metabolic disorders should be emphasized in these areas.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xuhua Ying, Shuyue Yang, Songtao Li, Meifang Su, Na Wang, Yue Chen, Qingwu Jiang, Chaowei Fu
Summary: The study found a relatively high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MS) in rural Chinese adults, with females more likely to be affected than males. Risk factors for MS included being elderly, having lower income, lower education level, and being unemployed, with females at higher risk. There were sex-specific associations between socioeconomic status and MS.
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Jisu Park, Ilsu Park
Summary: This study analyzed the impact of household type on the prevalence of metabolic syndrome in Koreans. The results showed that household type had a certain influence on the prevalence of metabolic syndrome, but it alone could not fully explain the differences in prevalence.
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Respiratory System
Seong-Woo Choi, Jeong-Ja Im, Sang-Eun Yoon, Seo-Hee Kim, Jun-Hwi Cho, So-Jung Jeong, Kyung-Ae Park, Young-Sung Moon
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between tuberculosis rates and socioeconomic status in South Korea and found substantial correlations. People with lower income and education levels were more likely to have tuberculosis, and current tuberculosis treatment was also related to socioeconomic status.
BMC PULMONARY MEDICINE
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hyero Kim, Heejo Koo, Euna Han
Summary: The study found that visually impaired individuals are more likely to see their socioeconomic and physical health status deteriorate following impairment onset compared to non-impaired individuals, with severely visually impaired individuals being more likely to become recipients of medical aid.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Seungmin Jeong, Sung-il Cho, So Yeon Kong
Summary: This study found that simultaneous diagnosis of the main components of metabolic syndrome played a significant mediator role between income level and stroke incidence. A lower income level was associated with a higher risk of being diagnosed with multiple components of metabolic syndrome and a higher risk of stroke. In individuals receiving medical aid, the simultaneous diagnosis of metabolic components acted as an important mediator between income levels and stroke incidence.
DIABETOLOGY & METABOLIC SYNDROME
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hee Yeon Lee, Kyung-Do Han, In Sook Woo, Hyuk-Sang Kwon
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the association of metabolic syndrome (MetS) with kidney cancer and the impact of age and gender on such an association. The study used the Korean National Health Insurance Service database to follow up 9,932,670 subjects who had check-ups in 2009 until the diagnosis of kidney cancer or death or until 2019. The results showed that kidney cancer was significantly associated with MetS, with a higher association in younger age groups and higher associations with obesity and central obesity in younger aged male population.
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Food Science & Technology
Xiangxiang Dou, Yonghwan Kim, Hyunsik Chu
Summary: Environmental factors, including physical activity, dietary habits, and mental and socioeconomic status, have an impact on the risk of metabolic syndrome (MetS) in adolescents. This study analyzed the prevalence of MetS in Korean middle- and high-school students and found that the risk was higher for boys, individuals with depression, and high-school students. Factors such as low aerobic activity, high calorie intake, and low weekly breakfast consumption frequency increased the risk of MetS, while high aerobic activity, low sedentary time, and frequent breakfast consumption were associated with a lower risk.
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Oncology
Chi Lan Tran, Kui Son Choi, Sun-Young Kim, Jin-Kyoung Oh
Summary: This study examined the effects of socioeconomic status (SES) and unhealthy lifestyle on cancer incidence and mortality. Low income increased the risk of cancer-related death with a social gradient, while unhealthy behaviors increased the risk of cancer incidence and mortality. The joint effect was strongest for certain types of cancer, and the effect was stronger with cancer-specific mortality than with incidence.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Somayeh Hosseinpour-Niazi, Bahar Bakhshi, Parvin Mirmiran, Fereidoun Azizi
Summary: This study demonstrated a negative association between nut consumption and MetS risk, especially walnuts and pistachios could reduce the risk of MetS. Among adults, consuming nuts higher than the median and engaging in moderate to high physical activity levels significantly decreased the risk of MetS. Non-smokers were more likely to reduce their risk of MetS, and individuals with higher education levels also showed a tendency to lower their risk of MetS.
CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Chao Zhang, Ying Shen, Anxin Wang, Da Wang, Lei Cao, Wei Yue
Summary: This study provides new insights on the prevalence of cardiovascular disease in China, showing a significant negative relationship between regional and individual socioeconomic status and cardiovascular disease. The results suggest the importance of targeted interventions for prevention, screening, and treatment in individuals at high risk for cardiovascular disease. Proofreading and editing services were utilized to enhance the quality of the manuscript.
RISK MANAGEMENT AND HEALTHCARE POLICY
(2023)
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Psychology, Developmental
Isabel Iguacel, Claudia Boernhorst, Nathalie Michels, Christina Breidenassel, Jean Dallongeville, Marcela Gonzalez-Gross, Frederic Gottrand, Anthony Kafatos, Eva Karaglani, Mathilde Kersting, Stefaan de Henauw, Christina-Paulina Lambrinou, Lorenza Mistura, Denes Molnar, Esther Nova, Marc J. Gunter, Alejandro de la O. Puerta, Azahara I. Ruperez, Kurt Widhalm, Inge Huybrechts, Luis A. Moreno
Summary: This study found that socioeconomic disadvantages in adolescents were associated with a higher risk of metabolic syndrome independent of lifestyle factors. There was a dose-response relationship between the number of accumulated socioeconomic disadvantages and the risk of MetS. Adolescents with low-educated mothers or who accumulated more than three disadvantages demonstrated a higher MetS risk score compared to non-disadvantaged groups.
JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT HEALTH
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Hyungchul Rah, Seok-Hwa Choi
Summary: Over 110,000 companion animals are abandoned in Republic of Korea each year, and it is important to analyze the causes and implement policies. Veterinary costs have been blamed for this issue above other factors such as socioeconomic status, cost and behavior issues of the animals, or housing restrictions. This study found a significant correlation between veterinary costs, socioeconomic factors, and animal abandonment in Republic of Korea.
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Endocrinology & Metabolism
Nader Saki, Seyed Jalal Hashemi, Seyed Ahmad Hosseini, Zahra Rahimi, Fakher Rahim, Bahman Cheraghian
Summary: This study aimed to assess the relationship between socioeconomic indicators and Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). The results showed that skill level and Townsend index were significantly associated with MetS, while educational level and wealth status were not.
BMC ENDOCRINE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Fujian Song, Tim Elwell-Sutton, Felix Naughton, Sarah Gentry
Summary: This study projected future smoking prevalence by socioeconomic status in England and revealed the need to reduce both absolute and relative inequalities in smoking. Smoking prevalence is expected to decline overall, but with substantial differences across socioeconomic groups. Meeting England's tobacco-free ambition target requires reducing inequalities in smoking by socioeconomic status.
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Albert Youngwoo Jang, Philipp E. Scherer, Jang Young Kim, Soo Lim, Kwang Kon Koh
Summary: Adiponectin, a cytokine derived from adipocytes, has cardioprotective effects. While early and epidemiologic studies did not find a relationship between adiponectin and coronary artery disease, larger-scale studies reported a paradoxical increase in all-cause and cardiovascular mortality with higher adiponectin levels. The underlying mechanisms behind this paradox are still unclear. Differentiating between different subtypes of heart failure may help understand the adiponectin-mortality relationship. Mendelian randomization studies should be interpreted with caution due to potential confounding factors.
CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH
(2022)
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Byung Sik Kim, Mi-Yeon Yu, Jin-Kyu Park, Jinho Shin, Jeong-Hun Shin
Summary: Proteinuria in hypertensive crisis is associated with all-cause mortality, with even trace proteinuria increasing the risk of mortality. Dipstick urine test could be a simple and useful method for assessing mortality risk in these patients.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Yonggu Lee, Jeong-Hun Shin, Byung Sik Kim, Hyungdon Kook, Woohyeun Kim, Ran Heo, Young-Hyo Lim, Jinho Shin, Chun Ki Kim, Jin-Kyu Park
Summary: Early-onset hypertension is associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation in the general population, with the AF risk decreasing as the age of hypertension onset increases. Surveillance for atrial fibrillation should be considered at a younger age in individuals with hypertension.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Choon Ta Ng, Li Ling Tan, Il Suk Sohn, Hilda Gonzalez Bonilla, Toru Oka, Teerapat Yinchoncharoen, Wei -Ting Chang, Jun Hua Chong, Maria Katrina Cruz Tan, Rochelle Regina Cruz, Astri Astuti, Vivek Agarwala, Van Chien, Jong-Chan Youn, Jieli Tong, Joerg Herrmann
Summary: Cardio-oncology is an emerging field aiming to reduce cancer treatment-related cardiovascular toxicities and improve outcomes in Asia, where cancer and cardiovascular diseases are growing exponentially. This state-of-the-art review discusses the unique challenges in establishing cardio-oncology in Asia, including socio-economic disparity, ethnical and racial diversity, and limited training opportunities. It also provides strategies to overcome these barriers and help advance the field of cardio-oncology in Asia.
KOREAN CIRCULATION JOURNAL
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hui-Jeong Hwang, Il Suk Sohn, Eun-Sun Jin, Yoon-Jong Bae
Summary: This study found that twice-daily dosing of non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) may lead to reduced drug adherence and worsen clinical outcomes in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). The adherence to each NOAC and the subsequent clinical outcomes were compared between different dosing regimens. The results showed that adherence was high and similar between once- and twice-daily dosing regimens, but patients with low adherence had poorer clinical outcomes regardless of the dosing frequency.
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Peripheral Vascular Disease
Byung Sik Kim, Jeong-Hun Shin
Summary: This study investigated the association between plasma D-dimer levels and long-term mortality in patients with acute severe hypertension. The results showed that patients with higher D-dimer levels had a significantly increased risk of all-cause mortality within three years.
CLINICAL HYPERTENSION
(2023)
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Psychiatry
Eunju Kim, Daniel Rim, Jeong-Hun Shin, Denise Wong, Dong Wook Kim
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the use of phentermine in obese patients taking antipsychotic medications. The results showed that phentermine had a significant weight loss effect and the combination therapy with anticonvulsants augmented the weight loss effect of phentermine.
PSYCHIATRY INVESTIGATION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tae-Geom Lee, Pil-Gyu Park, Yong-Beom Park, Ji-Hye Huh, Sang-Won Lee
Summary: This study investigated whether the BARD score at diagnosis could predict all-cause mortality in patients with antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis (AAV). The study found that among AAV patients, a BARD score ≥ 3 could predict all-cause mortality during follow-up.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Hyun Joon Choi, Pil Gyu Park, Yong-Beom Park, Ji Hye Huh, Sang-Won Lee
Summary: This study found that the hepatic steatosis index (HSI) at diagnosis of antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis (AAV) can predict poor outcomes during the disease course, especially the increased risk of end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
JOURNAL OF RHEUMATIC DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tram Tran, Daniel Sungku Rim, Eric Nolen-Doerr, Maryellen Lopez, Youngdoh Nah, Kavita Sharma, Jeong-Hun Shin, Dong Wook Kim
Summary: Hepatic dysfunction is common in TPN patients and can be caused by steatosis, cholestasis, and cholecystitis. Regular assessments are necessary, even for stable patients on long-term TPN. It is important to establish a differential diagnosis and investigate other potential causes of elevated liver enzymes. We present a case of a malnourished patient on TPN who had significantly elevated liver enzymes due to concurrent use of traditional Chinese herbal medications. Liver enzymes returned to normal levels after discontinuing the herbal medications.
JOURNAL OF INVESTIGATIVE MEDICINE HIGH IMPACT CASE REPORTS
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Yong Whi Jeong, Jun Hyuk Koo, Ji Hye Huh, Young-Jin Kim, Hoyeon Jeong, Eun Young Kim, Dae Ryong Kang
Summary: This study proposes a new equation for estimating low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in South Koreans, which showed significantly improved performance compared to existing estimation equations. It reduces the underestimation rate and provides more accurate measurements for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels.
JOURNAL OF KOREAN MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Mi-Yeon Yu, Jin-Kyu Park, Byung Sik Kim, Hyun-Jin Kim, Jinho Shin, Jeong-Hun Shin
Summary: Microscopic hematuria is associated with increased long-term mortality risk in patients with hypertensive crisis. It can be a useful prognostic marker for early detection of patients at high risk of death.
JOURNAL OF NEPHROLOGY
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Jeong-Hun Shin, Byung Sik Kim, Woohyeun Kim, Hyung-Jin Kim
JOURNAL OF HYPERTENSION
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Jeong-Hun Shin, Byung Sik Kim, Hyung-Jin Kim, Mi-Yeon Yu
JOURNAL OF HYPERTENSION
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Dae-Hee Kim, In-Jeong Cho, Woohyeun Kim, Chan Joo Lee, Hyeon-Chang Kim, Jeong-Hun Shin, Si-Hyuck Kang, Mi-Hyang Jung, Chang Hee Kwon, Ju-Hee Lee, Hack Lyoung Kim, Hyue Mee Kim, Iksung Cho, Dae Ryong Kang, Hae-Young Lee, Wook-Jin Chung, Kwang Il Kim, Eun Joo Cho, Il-Suk Sohn, Sungha Park, Jinho Shin, Sung Kee Ryu, Seok-Min Kang, Wook Bum Pyun, Myeong-Chan Cho, Ju Han Kim, Jun Hyeok Lee, Sang-Hyun Ihm, Ki-Chul Sung
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between cardiovascular events and elevated on-treatment diastolic blood pressure at different levels in individuals who achieved systolic blood pressure targets. The results showed that elevated on-treatment diastolic blood pressure according to the JNC7 definition was associated with a higher risk of major cardiovascular events, while elevated diastolic blood pressure according to the 2017 ACC/AHA definition was only associated with a higher risk of stroke.
KOREAN CIRCULATION JOURNAL
(2022)
