1.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Caused by Idiopathic Tumoral Calcinosis: A Case Report
Joong Hyuk KIM ; Hyeon Gyu LIM ; Jae Hyoung KIM ; Shin Woo NAM ; Il-Tae JANG ; Eui-Jin CHO
The Nerve 2025;11(1):15-20
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common form of hand mononeuropathy that is typi-cally caused by median nerve compression. Although it is often idiopathic, CTS can also result from various conditions, including space-occupying lesions. Tumoral calcinosis, a rare condition characterized by periarticular deposition of calcified masses, is an un-common cause of secondary CTS. We present a case of a 78-year-old woman with idio-pathic tumoral calcinosis that caused secondary CTS. Despite conservative treatments, her symptoms persisted, and diagnostic imaging, including radiographs, computed to-mography, and magnetic resonance imaging, revealed a calcified mass in the carpal tun-nel. A surgical intervention involving carpal tunnel release and excisional biopsy con-firmed the diagnosis of tumoral calcinosis. Postoperatively, the patient showed complete resolution of symptoms, with no recurrence on follow-up radiographs. This case high-lights the importance of considering space-occupying lesions, such as tumoral calcinosis, as a rare but treatable cause of secondary CTS.
2.Advanced technique of biportal endoscopic transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for revision surgery: a technical note
Young-Il KO ; Jin Young LEE ; Hun-Chul KIM ; Hyeon Guk CHO ; Jeong Woo PARK ; Sang-Ho HAN
Asian Spine Journal 2025;19(2):267-274
The application area of biportal endoscopic spine surgery (BESS) is gradually expanding. Compared with conventional fusion surgery, transforaminal interbody fusion (TLIF) using BESS (BESS-TLIF) has the advantages of less bleeding, minimal postoperative pain, and faster recovery. This technical note highlights its application in managing complex conditions such as scar tissue adhesion, altered anatomy, and implant removal, common in reoperations. The method focuses on precise dissection, endoscopic visualization, and careful tissue handling to ensure effective decompression and stabilization. Three representative cases, including reoperations for recurrent disc herniation, adjacent segment disease (ASD) following prior fusion, and ASD with nonunion of the prior fusion site requiring fusion extension, were described. All three cases exhibited clinical improvement following surgery. BESS is an effective and safe method for spinal revision surgery not only in simple decompression surgery but also in cases that required fusion surgery. As BESS is advancing, its role in complex spinal surgeries is expected to expand, potentially setting new standards in minimally invasive spine surgery.
3.The KAPARD guidelines for atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents:Part II. Systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy
Hwan Soo KIM ; Eun LEE ; Kyunghoon KIM ; Taek Ki MIN ; Dong In SUH ; Yoon Ha HWANG ; Sungsu JUNG ; Minyoung JUNG ; Young A PARK ; Minji KIM ; In Suk SOL ; You Hoon JEON ; Sung-Il WOO ; Yong Ju LEE ; Jong Deok KIM ; Hyeon-Jong YANG ; Gwang Cheon JANG ;
Allergy, Asthma & Respiratory Disease 2025;13(1):3-11
Atopic dermatitis is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease in children and adolescents. The Korean Academy of Pediatric Allergy and Respiratory Disease published the Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Guideline in 2008, which has been helpful in atopic dermatitis treatment until now. Various reports on the development and effectiveness of new drugs have suggested that there is a need to develop and revise old treatment guidelines. Part 1 aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations for skin care management and topical treatment for atopic dermatitis. Part 2 focuses on systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy. The goal of this guideline is intended to assist front-line doctors treating pediatric and adolescent atopic dermatitis patients make safer, more effective, and more rational decisions regarding systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy by providing evidence-based recommendations with a clear level of evidence and benefit regarding treatment.
4.The KAPARD guidelines for atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents:Part II. Systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy
Hwan Soo KIM ; Eun LEE ; Kyunghoon KIM ; Taek Ki MIN ; Dong In SUH ; Yoon Ha HWANG ; Sungsu JUNG ; Minyoung JUNG ; Young A PARK ; Minji KIM ; In Suk SOL ; You Hoon JEON ; Sung-Il WOO ; Yong Ju LEE ; Jong Deok KIM ; Hyeon-Jong YANG ; Gwang Cheon JANG ;
Allergy, Asthma & Respiratory Disease 2025;13(1):3-11
Atopic dermatitis is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease in children and adolescents. The Korean Academy of Pediatric Allergy and Respiratory Disease published the Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Guideline in 2008, which has been helpful in atopic dermatitis treatment until now. Various reports on the development and effectiveness of new drugs have suggested that there is a need to develop and revise old treatment guidelines. Part 1 aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations for skin care management and topical treatment for atopic dermatitis. Part 2 focuses on systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy. The goal of this guideline is intended to assist front-line doctors treating pediatric and adolescent atopic dermatitis patients make safer, more effective, and more rational decisions regarding systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy by providing evidence-based recommendations with a clear level of evidence and benefit regarding treatment.
5.Advanced technique of biportal endoscopic transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for revision surgery: a technical note
Young-Il KO ; Jin Young LEE ; Hun-Chul KIM ; Hyeon Guk CHO ; Jeong Woo PARK ; Sang-Ho HAN
Asian Spine Journal 2025;19(2):267-274
The application area of biportal endoscopic spine surgery (BESS) is gradually expanding. Compared with conventional fusion surgery, transforaminal interbody fusion (TLIF) using BESS (BESS-TLIF) has the advantages of less bleeding, minimal postoperative pain, and faster recovery. This technical note highlights its application in managing complex conditions such as scar tissue adhesion, altered anatomy, and implant removal, common in reoperations. The method focuses on precise dissection, endoscopic visualization, and careful tissue handling to ensure effective decompression and stabilization. Three representative cases, including reoperations for recurrent disc herniation, adjacent segment disease (ASD) following prior fusion, and ASD with nonunion of the prior fusion site requiring fusion extension, were described. All three cases exhibited clinical improvement following surgery. BESS is an effective and safe method for spinal revision surgery not only in simple decompression surgery but also in cases that required fusion surgery. As BESS is advancing, its role in complex spinal surgeries is expected to expand, potentially setting new standards in minimally invasive spine surgery.
6.The KAPARD guidelines for atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents:Part II. Systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy
Hwan Soo KIM ; Eun LEE ; Kyunghoon KIM ; Taek Ki MIN ; Dong In SUH ; Yoon Ha HWANG ; Sungsu JUNG ; Minyoung JUNG ; Young A PARK ; Minji KIM ; In Suk SOL ; You Hoon JEON ; Sung-Il WOO ; Yong Ju LEE ; Jong Deok KIM ; Hyeon-Jong YANG ; Gwang Cheon JANG ;
Allergy, Asthma & Respiratory Disease 2025;13(1):3-11
Atopic dermatitis is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease in children and adolescents. The Korean Academy of Pediatric Allergy and Respiratory Disease published the Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Guideline in 2008, which has been helpful in atopic dermatitis treatment until now. Various reports on the development and effectiveness of new drugs have suggested that there is a need to develop and revise old treatment guidelines. Part 1 aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations for skin care management and topical treatment for atopic dermatitis. Part 2 focuses on systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy. The goal of this guideline is intended to assist front-line doctors treating pediatric and adolescent atopic dermatitis patients make safer, more effective, and more rational decisions regarding systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy by providing evidence-based recommendations with a clear level of evidence and benefit regarding treatment.
7.The KAPARD guidelines for atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents:Part II. Systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy
Hwan Soo KIM ; Eun LEE ; Kyunghoon KIM ; Taek Ki MIN ; Dong In SUH ; Yoon Ha HWANG ; Sungsu JUNG ; Minyoung JUNG ; Young A PARK ; Minji KIM ; In Suk SOL ; You Hoon JEON ; Sung-Il WOO ; Yong Ju LEE ; Jong Deok KIM ; Hyeon-Jong YANG ; Gwang Cheon JANG ;
Allergy, Asthma & Respiratory Disease 2025;13(1):3-11
Atopic dermatitis is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease in children and adolescents. The Korean Academy of Pediatric Allergy and Respiratory Disease published the Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Guideline in 2008, which has been helpful in atopic dermatitis treatment until now. Various reports on the development and effectiveness of new drugs have suggested that there is a need to develop and revise old treatment guidelines. Part 1 aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations for skin care management and topical treatment for atopic dermatitis. Part 2 focuses on systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy. The goal of this guideline is intended to assist front-line doctors treating pediatric and adolescent atopic dermatitis patients make safer, more effective, and more rational decisions regarding systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy by providing evidence-based recommendations with a clear level of evidence and benefit regarding treatment.
8.The KAPARD guidelines for atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents:Part II. Systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy
Hwan Soo KIM ; Eun LEE ; Kyunghoon KIM ; Taek Ki MIN ; Dong In SUH ; Yoon Ha HWANG ; Sungsu JUNG ; Minyoung JUNG ; Young A PARK ; Minji KIM ; In Suk SOL ; You Hoon JEON ; Sung-Il WOO ; Yong Ju LEE ; Jong Deok KIM ; Hyeon-Jong YANG ; Gwang Cheon JANG ;
Allergy, Asthma & Respiratory Disease 2025;13(1):3-11
Atopic dermatitis is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease in children and adolescents. The Korean Academy of Pediatric Allergy and Respiratory Disease published the Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Guideline in 2008, which has been helpful in atopic dermatitis treatment until now. Various reports on the development and effectiveness of new drugs have suggested that there is a need to develop and revise old treatment guidelines. Part 1 aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations for skin care management and topical treatment for atopic dermatitis. Part 2 focuses on systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy. The goal of this guideline is intended to assist front-line doctors treating pediatric and adolescent atopic dermatitis patients make safer, more effective, and more rational decisions regarding systemic treatment, novel therapeutics, and adjuvant therapy by providing evidence-based recommendations with a clear level of evidence and benefit regarding treatment.
9.Advanced technique of biportal endoscopic transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion for revision surgery: a technical note
Young-Il KO ; Jin Young LEE ; Hun-Chul KIM ; Hyeon Guk CHO ; Jeong Woo PARK ; Sang-Ho HAN
Asian Spine Journal 2025;19(2):267-274
The application area of biportal endoscopic spine surgery (BESS) is gradually expanding. Compared with conventional fusion surgery, transforaminal interbody fusion (TLIF) using BESS (BESS-TLIF) has the advantages of less bleeding, minimal postoperative pain, and faster recovery. This technical note highlights its application in managing complex conditions such as scar tissue adhesion, altered anatomy, and implant removal, common in reoperations. The method focuses on precise dissection, endoscopic visualization, and careful tissue handling to ensure effective decompression and stabilization. Three representative cases, including reoperations for recurrent disc herniation, adjacent segment disease (ASD) following prior fusion, and ASD with nonunion of the prior fusion site requiring fusion extension, were described. All three cases exhibited clinical improvement following surgery. BESS is an effective and safe method for spinal revision surgery not only in simple decompression surgery but also in cases that required fusion surgery. As BESS is advancing, its role in complex spinal surgeries is expected to expand, potentially setting new standards in minimally invasive spine surgery.
10.Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy-Assisted Thoracic Interbody Cage Insertion for the Treatment of Proximal Junctional Failure
Hun-Chul KIM ; Jin Young LEE ; Hyeon Guk CHO ; Jeong Woo PARK ; Sang-Ho HAN ; Young-Il KO
Journal of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Technique 2025;10(Suppl 1):S75-S80
In the thoracic spine, when disc herniation causes cord compression in the anterior region, it is difficult to access the disc space. When using the unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) technique, the disc can be accessed from various angles with minimal damage to normal tissue. We performed cage insertion using UBE when treating a patient with thoracic myelopathy due to proximal junctional failure in the thoracic spine. A 77-year-old woman with prior spinal fusions and recent proximal junctional kyphosis presented with myelopathy. The patient first visited our hospital due to gait instability and decreased muscle strength that had occurred 2 months previously. The imaging findings confirmed cord compression due to disc herniation at the T10–11 level. Interbody fusion was performed at the T10–11 level using the UBE technique, and fusion was performed up to the T8 level. UBE offers a viable alternative to traditional approaches in thoracic spinal surgery, providing improved visualization and reducing pulmonary complications. This technique, combined with open surgery, effectively addresses the challenges of thoracic interbody cage insertion, demonstrating its potential to overcome the limitations of conventional methods.

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