St Mary's Hospital

Expanding the spectrum of post-HSCT hemolysis: from passenger lymphocyte syndrome to host- and graft-associated alloimmune hemolytic anemia

Abstract Immune-mediated alloimmunization and hemolytic anemia can complicate ABO-incompatible hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). After major ABO-incompatible HSCT, clinical manifestations may include pure red cell aplasia and delayed hemolysis. Passenger lymphocyte...

Extended treatment duration and recurrence in successfully treated drug-susceptible pulmonary tuberculosis with cavity on chest radiograph

Background Cavity on chest radiograph is recognized as an independent risk factor for recurrence in pulmonary tuberculosis (TB), but evidence supporting extended treatment in these patients remains limited, particularly in real-world data from Korea. Methods We performed a retros...

Development of a multidimensional scale for discomfort related to personal protective equipment and its exploratory association with musculoskeletal symptoms among Korean healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic required healthcare workers (HCWs) to use personal protective equipment (PPE) for prolonged periods, raising concerns about its possible relationship with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). PPE-related discomfort, however, is multidimensional, encompassing bo...

Effects of Glycemic Status and Antidiabetic Agents on the Recurrence of Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps: A Multicenter Study

Background Although several reports suggest that antidiabetic agents may exert anti-inflammatory effects, the influence of glycemic status and antidiabetic agents on chronic rhinosinusitis remains unexplored. Objective This study aimed to assess the impact of glycemic status and...