Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital

Association of Estimated Arterial Stiffness with Collateral Status and Functional Outcome after Endovascular Thrombectomy: A Secondary Analysis of the OPTIMAL-BP Trial

PURPOSE: Estimated pulse wave velocity (ePWV) is a surrogate of arterial stiffness that may influence stroke outcomes and potentially affect collateral circulation. We examined the association of ePWV with collateral status and 3-month functional outcome after successful endovasc...

The burden of neck pain across US states, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis of Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 data

Purpose: Neck pain is a leading musculoskeletal cause of disability in the United States. This study aimed to assess temporal, geographic, and demographic disparities in its burden across US states from 1990 to 2021. Methods: Global Burden of Disease 2021 data for all 50 US state...

Development of a customized three-dimensional bolus using transparent gel wax and its application in electron beam therapy

Abstract Purpose: This study aimed to develop a customized bolus using commercially available transparent gel wax (TGW) without requiring 3D printing technology and to evaluate its applicability in radiotherapy, including its physical and dosimetric characteristics. Methods: A de...

Prenatal PM2.5 exposure drives epigenetic reprogramming of fetal macrophages linked to atopic dermatitis

Abstract Prenatal environmental exposures are increasingly recognized as contributors to atopic dermatitis (AD), yet the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Fine particulate matter (PM 2.5 ), a complex mixture of airborne pollutants, has been associated with elevated risk of al...

Nutritional support for critically ill patients by the Korean Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition—part II: a clinical practice guideline

Purpose: Nutritional therapy is an essential component of intensive care management. Appropriate nutritional support may reduce infectious and metabolic complications and promote recovery in critically ill patients. However, nutritional practices vary across institutions, and int...