1.Using fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis.
Epidemiology and Health 2014;36(1):e2014038-
No abstract available.
3.The Role of Viruses in the Inception of Chronic Rhinosinusitis
Hyeon Seung LEE ; Sophia J VOLPE ; Eugene H CHANG
Clinical and Experimental Otorhinolaryngology 2022;15(4):310-318
Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a complex inflammatory disorder that affects between 2% and 16% of adults in the United States, with estimated healthcare costs between 4 and 12 million USD. Viruses are a common etiologic factor for URIs, are frequently identified in the sinuses of patients with CRS, and trigger CRS exacerbations. Therefore, investigating the role of viruses provides an opportunity to identify their role in the pathogenesis of CRS. In this review, we identified the viruses frequently isolated in patients with CRS, as well as their associated immunologic responses and contributions to inflammation. Rhinovirus, parainfluenza virus, influenza virus, and respiratory syncytial virus are the viruses commonly found in patients with CRS. This information allows us to target pathways early in the pathogenesis of CRS, thereby playing a significant role in slowing the progression of this chronic disease.
4.Comparison of alveolar ridge preservation methods using three-dimensional micro-computed tomographic analysis and two-dimensional histometric evaluation.
Young Seok PARK ; Sungtae KIM ; Seung Hee OH ; Hee Jung PARK ; Sophia LEE ; Tae Il KIM ; Young Kyu LEE ; Min Suk HEO
Imaging Science in Dentistry 2014;44(2):143-148
PURPOSE: This study evaluated the efficacy of alveolar ridge preservation methods with and without primary wound closure and the relationship between histometric and micro-computed tomographic (CT) data. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Porcine hydroxyapatite with polytetrafluoroethylene membrane was implanted into a canine extraction socket. The density of the total mineralized tissue, remaining hydroxyapatite, and new bone was analyzed by histometry and micro-CT. The statistical association between these methods was evaluated. RESULTS: Histometry and micro-CT showed that the group which underwent alveolar preservation without primary wound closure had significantly higher new bone density than the group with primary wound closure (P<0.05). However, there was no significant association between the data from histometry and micro-CT analysis. CONCLUSION: These results suggest that alveolar ridge preservation without primary wound closure enhanced new bone formation more effectively than that with primary wound closure. Further investigation is needed with respect to the comparison of histometry and micro-CT analysis.
Alveolar Process*
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Bone Density
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Bone Substitutes
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Durapatite
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Membranes
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Osteogenesis
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Polytetrafluoroethylene
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Wounds and Injuries
5.The mediation effects of psychological factors in the relationship between mouth dryness and oral health related quality of life.
Hee Jung PARK ; Minsung SOHN ; Jun Hyup LEE ; Bo Hyoung JIN ; Sophia LEE ; Tae Il KIM
Journal of Korean Academy of Oral Health 2014;38(1):31-40
OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to investigate the role of psychological factors as mediators in the casual relationship between mouth dryness and oral health-related quality of life of adults and to explore gender differences in what psychological factors play an important role in mediating the path of mouth dryness to quality of life. METHODS: Self-administered questionnaires were distributed to 321 adults who are above 20 and under 65 years of age. Collected data were analyzed via statistical packages using a multi-group analysis through the SEM (Structural Equation Model). RESULTS: Based on the statistical analysis, stress was a major psychological factor in male subjects. While depression served as a main mediator in female subjects. We discovered that the path coefficients of the following paths showed significant gender differences: mouth dryness --> depression, depression --> quality of life, stress --> quality of life. CONCLUSIONS: A gender-specific approach regarding effective prevention of stress and depression may be important for understanding the relationship between mouth dryness and quality of life.
Adult
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Depression
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Mouth*
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Negotiating*
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Oral Health*
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Psychology*
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Quality of Life*
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Surveys and Questionnaires
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Xerostomia*
6. Correlation between incidence of dengue and climatic factors in the Philippines: An ecological study
Ann Kashmer D. Yu ; Sophia Isabel E. Ytienza ; Airees Mae D. Yu ; Vincent Christopher S. Yu ; Keith Alexius K. Wangkay ; Maria Antonia R. Wong ; Marielle Alyanna B. Zamudio ; Eljine Mae T. Zhang ; Wally D. Yumul ; Zakhira Maye R. Zipagan ; Arianna Krystelle R. Yaranon ; Jake Byron C. Zapanta ; Gija B. Ysip ; Catherine Danielle Duque-Lee
Health Sciences Journal 2020;9(2):60-68
INTRODUCTION:
Dengue continues to be a major health concern in the Philippines. This study aimed to establish trends and correlations between the incidence of dengue and rainfall, humidity and temperature, respectively, in the different regions.
METHODS:
Using 2018 records obtained from DOH and PAGASA, correlations were made between monthly
measurements of climatic factors and the incidence of dengue using Pearson’s r, while maps and interpolations were generated using quantum geographical information system software.
RESULTS:
There was a significant positive but weak correlation between the incidence of dengue and rainfall
(r = 0.379, 95% CI 0.255, 0.491; p < 0.001) and humidity (r = 0.215, 95% CI 0.080, 0.342; p = 0.002).
There was a significant negative but weak correlation between the incidence of dengue and temperature (r = -0.145, 95% CI -0.277, -0.008; p = 0.039). A strong positive correlation was noted between the incidence of dengue, and rainfall and humidity, respectively, in several regions. Multiple regression indicates that rainfall, humidity and temperature are poor predictors of the incidence of dengue (R2 = 0.1436, 0.0461 and 0.0209, respectively).
CONCLUSION
This study showed overall a significant but weak correlation between an increased incidence
of dengue and heavy rainfalls and high relative humidity, and a weak negative correlation for temperature. A high positive correlation of an increased incidence of dengue and heavy rainfalls and high relative humidity was observed in several regions.
Dengue
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humidity
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temperature