Ambulatory BP monitoring was performed in a patients with pheochromocytoma before and after removal of the tumor. Before surgery, it did not show any significant diurnal variation. But, after surgery the diurnal variation was restored.
Blood Pressure Monitoring, Ambulatory* ; Blood Pressure* ; Humans ; Pheochromocytoma*

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Chronic Periodontitis* ; Diabetes Mellitus ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2* ; Humans* ; Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinase-1

PURPOSE: The renal histological and hemodynamic changes and the expressions of hypoxia inducible factor-1alpha (HIF-1alpha) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) were evaluated according to the differential renal function (DRF) during total ureteral obstruction (TUO) in a rabbit model. MATERIALS AND METHODS: In forty-nine control (5) and 16 experimental rabbits (16 in TUO 3 days, 13 in TUO 7 days and 15 in TUO 14 days), the renal blood flow (RBF) and 99mTc-DTPA renal scan were measured both before and after TUO. The cut-off of the DRF group was 40%. The histological changes and expressions of HIF-1alpha and VEGF were evaluated using H&E and immunohistochemical stain, respectively. RESULTS: The entire control group demonstrated more than 40% DRF. Contrary to the control group, the DRF was less than 40% in 4 (25%), 7 (53%) and 6 rabbits (40%) in TUO 3, 7 and 14 day groups, respectively. The postobstructive compared to preobstructive RBF was decreased in each group. The RBF was more decreased in the lower than the higher DRF group (more than 40%) in all of the experimental groups. Abnormal histological changes were more prominent in the experimental groups, and increased with the obstruction time. However, there was no difference in relation to the DRF. The expressions of HIF-1alpha and VEGF were more prominent in the experimental and lower DRF groups. CONCLUSIONS: During acute TUO, the decreased RBF and hypoxia may play a role in preservation of the DRF.
Anoxia* ; Hemodynamics ; Hypoxia-Inducible Factor 1 ; Rabbits ; Renal Circulation ; Ureter* ; Ureteral Obstruction* ; Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A*

PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of estrogen on the expression of the alpha1 receptor and nitric oxide synthase (NOS) in rat urethra and bladder after oophorectomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Forty-five mature female Sprague-Dawley rats (aged 10-11 weeks, 235-250 g) were randomly assigned to one of three groups: control group, oophorectomy group (Opx), or oophorectomy and estradiol replacement group (Opx+ Est). The degree of expression of alpha1 receptor (alpha1A and D) and NOS (neuronal NOS [nNOS] and endothelial NOS [eNOS]) in bladder and urethral tissues was investigated by using immunohistochemical staining and Western blotting. RESULTS: In the bladder, the expression rates of alpha1 receptor (alpha1A and alpha1D) increased in the Opx group but decreased in the Opx+Est group. These changes were not statistically significant. The alpha1A and alpha1D receptor of the urethra decreased in the Opx group but increased in the Opx+Est group. These changes were not statistically significant. In the bladder and urethra, the expression rates of nNOS and eNOS significantly increased in the Opx group but decreased in the Opx+Est group (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS: These data suggest that estrogen depletion increases NOS and alpha1 receptor expression in the rat bladder. However, these changes could be restored by estrogen replacement therapy.
Animals ; Collagen/metabolism ; Estradiol/analogs & derivatives/blood/pharmacology ; Estrogen Replacement Therapy/*methods ; Female ; Muscle, Smooth/pathology ; Nitric Oxide Synthase/*metabolism ; Ovariectomy ; Rats, Sprague-Dawley ; Receptors, Adrenergic, alpha-1/*metabolism ; Urethra/drug effects/*metabolism/pathology ; Urinary Bladder/drug effects/*metabolism/pathology

No abstract available.
Ectopia Cordis* ; Hernia, Umbilical*

Verapamil overdose results in cardiac arrhythmia including the complete A-V block, and hypotension due to decreased peripheral resistance and decreased myocardial contractility. However, sustained-release verapamil overdose frequently has atypical presentations, such as delayed and prolonged course of toxic signs and symptoms. Although several cases of sustained-release verapamil overdose have been reported worldwidely, the specific treatment modalities and prognostic indicators for verapamil overdose have not been well-defined. Recently, we experienced a case of sustained-release verapamil overdose in 30-year-old female. 10 hours after verapamil ingestion she presented in severe bradycardia and hypotensive shock state. Initial EKG showed the complete AV block and her systolic blood pressure was below 60 mmHg. Temporary cardiac pacemaker was performed and she was treated with activated charcoal, glucagon, amrinone, and several sympathomimetics, and 48 hours after admission, she was fully recovered.
Adult ; Amrinone ; Arrhythmias, Cardiac ; Atrioventricular Block ; Blood Pressure ; Bradycardia ; Charcoal ; Eating ; Electrocardiography ; Female ; Glucagon ; Humans ; Hypotension ; Shock ; Sympathomimetics ; Vascular Resistance ; Verapamil*

OBJECTIVES: To investigate clinicopathologic findings of patients with small cell carcinoma of uterine cervix, and to evaluate the recurrence pattern and prognosis of patients with small cell carcinoma of the uterine cervix. Methods: From Jan. 1990, to Dec. 1997, 23 patients with small cell carcinoma of the uterine cervix were registered and followed-up at Korea Cancer Center Hospital. Clinical characteristics, survival of these patients were studied retrospectively. RESULTS: Among the 23 cases of small cell carcinoma of uterine cervix, 17 cases(74%) were of the neuroendocrine type (NE group), and 6 cases(26.0%) of the squamous cell type (SCC group). The median age, FIGO stage, and treatment modality were not significant difference between two groups. Pelvic lymph node metastases were found 53% in NE group, and 33% in SCC group, but there were not significant difference between two groups(p>0.05). Three patients showed distant metastases in NE group(bone 18%, bladder 9%), but there was no distant metastasis in SCC group. The 3 year survival rate was 50.0% in SCC group and 32.1% in NE group, but there were not statistical significance(p>0.05). Six patients showed recurrence after treatment (4/17 cases in NE group, 2/6 cases in SCC group). Recurrence sites were liver (3/6, 50%), and lung (2/6, 33%), brain (2/6, 33%), retroperitoneum (1/6, 17%), and axillae lymph node (1/6, 17%). CONCLUSION: This study showed neuroendocrine small cell carcinoma may have more aggressive than squamous small cell carcinoma, but there were not significant difference in prognosis between the two groups. Because of limitation of number of patients, further large scaled multicenter studies are needed.
Axilla ; Brain ; Carcinoma, Small Cell* ; Cervix Uteri* ; Female ; Humans ; Korea ; Liver ; Lung ; Lymph Nodes ; Neoplasm Metastasis ; Prognosis ; Recurrence ; Retrospective Studies ; Survival Rate ; Urinary Bladder ; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms

OBJECTIVES: This non-randomized retrospective study was to investigate the clinical characteristics and to evaluate the actual 5-year survival rate of the patients with invasive cancer of the cervix. METHODS: 489 evaluable patients with invasive cancer of the cervix were treated at Korea Cancer Center Hospital from January to December 1992. In this retrospective study, we studied the clinico-pathologic characteristics(age, FIGO stage, histologic type, nodal metastasis) and treatment modalities by the review of medical records. Especially, the survival was confirmed by the support of the police and government office. RESULTS: The most common subsets of patients were found in the group of FIGO stage IIb(32.5%) and age between 51 and 60(33%). Surgery was the main treatment in stage Ib/IIa(65%) and radiation in stage IIb or more(97%). Nodal metastasis were surgically identified in 6% of stage Ib, 29% of stage IIa and 36% of stage IIb. Overall actual 5-year survival rate was 72.2%; stage Ia(100%), Ib(94%), IIa(82%), IIb(63%), IIIa(36%), IIIb(47%), and IV(0%). The five-year survival rate according to LN status in surgically confirmed FIGO stage Ib-II patients were 91.9% in negative patients and 73.1% in positive patients respectively. Five-year survival rate was significantly different according to stage(P < 0.02) and nodal metastasis(p < 0.01). However, age and histologic type did not show any significant differences in survival. CONCLUSION: Overall actual five-year survival rate of 489 evaluable patients with invasive cancer of the cervix who were treated at Korea Cancer Center Hospital from January to December 1992 was 72.2%. Five-year survival rate was different according to stage and nodal metastasis.
Humans ; Korea ; Medical Records ; Neoplasm Metastasis ; Police ; Retrospective Studies ; Survival Rate ; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms*

OBJECTIVE: Pulmonary metastasis from carcinoma of the uterine cervix is relatively rare, and their clinical outcomes are not still remain unknown. This study is to evaluate survival and prognostic factors in recurrent cervical cancer patients showing lung metastasis. METHODS: From Jan. 1993 to Dec. 1996, 53 recurrent cervical cancer patients showing lung metastasis, registered in Korea Cancer Center Hospital, were retrospectively evaluated with respect to their clinical characteristics, response rate to salvage therapy, survival and prognostic factors. RESULTS: Median age of patients at recurrence was 58 years, and median interval of initial diagnosis to recurrence was 17 months. The most common histologic type was squamous cell carcinoma(82%), followed by adenocarcinoma(6%), adenosquamous(6%), and others(6%). Response rate to salvage therapy was 47%(complete response rate 23.5%, partial response rate 23.5%), and median survival was 10 months(range 1-39). 3 year survival rate was 18%. Age, initial stage, initial tumor size, interval of recurrence and type of chemotherapeutic regimen were not significant prognostic factors, but squamous cell carcinoma antigen(SCC) level at recurrence and response to salvage therapy was significant(p=0.0087, p=0.0104). CONCLUSION: Survival of recurrent cervical cancer patients with lung metastasis was poor despite salvage therapy. Those patients who showed low SCC level at recurrence and good response to salvage therapy had favorable outcomes.
Carcinoma, Squamous Cell ; Cervix Uteri ; Diagnosis ; Female ; Humans ; Korea ; Lung* ; Neoplasm Metastasis* ; Prognosis ; Recurrence ; Retrospective Studies ; Salvage Therapy ; Survival Rate ; Uterine Cervical Neoplasms*

OBJECTIVE: To assess neurotoxicity of intrathecal restorative fluid leakage in the course of the intradiscal restorative fluid injection. METHOD: Twenty male Sprague-Dawley rats, body weight range of 300~350 gm, were divided randomly into four groups. Control group, group A (mixed solution of glucosamine hydrochloride 5%, chondroitin sulfate 5%, and bupivacaine hydrochloride 2%), group B (glucosamine hydrochloride 8%, chondroitin sulfate 2%, and bupivacaine hydrochloride 2%) and group C (glucosamine hydrochloride 16%, chondroitin sulfate 2%, and bupivacaine hydrochloride 2%). The behavioral test for cold allodynia (tail flick test) was conducted 1 day prior to the injection and 7 days postoperatively. Histopathologic evaluation was performed using light microscopy by a neuropathologist. The severity of nerve and cord injury were graded according to injury scoring system. RESULTS: Each group showed no significant difference in sensory function test using tail flick test before and after intrathecal restorative fluid injection. Cold allodynia was not showed statistically significant difference among the group. Histological examination showed statistically significant difference between control group and group B, group C, and between group A and group B, C in both cord and root. CONCLUSION: Intrathecal injection of restorative fluid shows neurotoxic changes in roots and spinal cord in histopathologic studies. Although same ingredients of restorative solution, the different concentration of the ingredients revealed different neurotoxicity.
Animals ; Body Weight ; Bupivacaine ; Chondroitin Sulfates ; Glucosamine ; Humans ; Hyperalgesia ; Injections, Spinal ; Male ; Microscopy ; Rats* ; Rats, Sprague-Dawley ; Sensation ; Spinal Cord