Purpose: This study aimed to perform a genome characterization of Streptococcus mitis KHUD 011, a strain isolated from the oral microbiome of a healthy Korean individual, and to compare its genomic features with other S. mitis strains. Materials and Methods: The strain was identified through 16S rRNA gene sequencing, and its genome was sequenced using the PacBio Sequel II platform. De novo assembly and annotation were performed, followed by comparative genomic analysis with three additional strains (S. mitis NCTC 12261, S022-V3-A4, and B6). Pan-genome and phylogenetic analyses were conducted to identify strain-specific genes and assess inter-strain genomic diversity. Results: The genome of S. mitis KHUD 011 consisted of 1,782 protein-coding genes, with a G+C content of 40.24%. Pan-genome analysis identified 1,263 core gene clusters (50.0%), 496 dispensable clusters (19.7%), and 763 strain-specific clusters (30.3%). KHUD 011 displayed 88 strain-specific genes, particularly associated with cell wall/membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism. Phylogenetic analysis placed KHUD 011 closely with NCTC 12261, forming a distinct cluster apart from other strains. Conclusion The genome characterization of S. mitis KHUD 011 underscores substantial inter-strain genomic diversity influenced by host interactions, ecological niches, and health status. The identified strain-specific genes, particularly those associated with cell wall/ membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism, suggest adaptations to the oral microbiome and its interaction with the host. These findings highlight the ecological versatility of S. mitis and the importance of exploring strains from diverse environments to better understand their role within the host and the broader microbiome.

Purpose: This study aimed to perform a genome characterization of Streptococcus mitis KHUD 011, a strain isolated from the oral microbiome of a healthy Korean individual, and to compare its genomic features with other S. mitis strains. Materials and Methods: The strain was identified through 16S rRNA gene sequencing, and its genome was sequenced using the PacBio Sequel II platform. De novo assembly and annotation were performed, followed by comparative genomic analysis with three additional strains (S. mitis NCTC 12261, S022-V3-A4, and B6). Pan-genome and phylogenetic analyses were conducted to identify strain-specific genes and assess inter-strain genomic diversity. Results: The genome of S. mitis KHUD 011 consisted of 1,782 protein-coding genes, with a G+C content of 40.24%. Pan-genome analysis identified 1,263 core gene clusters (50.0%), 496 dispensable clusters (19.7%), and 763 strain-specific clusters (30.3%). KHUD 011 displayed 88 strain-specific genes, particularly associated with cell wall/membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism. Phylogenetic analysis placed KHUD 011 closely with NCTC 12261, forming a distinct cluster apart from other strains. Conclusion The genome characterization of S. mitis KHUD 011 underscores substantial inter-strain genomic diversity influenced by host interactions, ecological niches, and health status. The identified strain-specific genes, particularly those associated with cell wall/ membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism, suggest adaptations to the oral microbiome and its interaction with the host. These findings highlight the ecological versatility of S. mitis and the importance of exploring strains from diverse environments to better understand their role within the host and the broader microbiome.

Purpose: This study aimed to perform a genome characterization of Streptococcus mitis KHUD 011, a strain isolated from the oral microbiome of a healthy Korean individual, and to compare its genomic features with other S. mitis strains. Materials and Methods: The strain was identified through 16S rRNA gene sequencing, and its genome was sequenced using the PacBio Sequel II platform. De novo assembly and annotation were performed, followed by comparative genomic analysis with three additional strains (S. mitis NCTC 12261, S022-V3-A4, and B6). Pan-genome and phylogenetic analyses were conducted to identify strain-specific genes and assess inter-strain genomic diversity. Results: The genome of S. mitis KHUD 011 consisted of 1,782 protein-coding genes, with a G+C content of 40.24%. Pan-genome analysis identified 1,263 core gene clusters (50.0%), 496 dispensable clusters (19.7%), and 763 strain-specific clusters (30.3%). KHUD 011 displayed 88 strain-specific genes, particularly associated with cell wall/membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism. Phylogenetic analysis placed KHUD 011 closely with NCTC 12261, forming a distinct cluster apart from other strains. Conclusion The genome characterization of S. mitis KHUD 011 underscores substantial inter-strain genomic diversity influenced by host interactions, ecological niches, and health status. The identified strain-specific genes, particularly those associated with cell wall/ membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism, suggest adaptations to the oral microbiome and its interaction with the host. These findings highlight the ecological versatility of S. mitis and the importance of exploring strains from diverse environments to better understand their role within the host and the broader microbiome.

Purpose: This study aimed to perform a genome characterization of Streptococcus mitis KHUD 011, a strain isolated from the oral microbiome of a healthy Korean individual, and to compare its genomic features with other S. mitis strains. Materials and Methods: The strain was identified through 16S rRNA gene sequencing, and its genome was sequenced using the PacBio Sequel II platform. De novo assembly and annotation were performed, followed by comparative genomic analysis with three additional strains (S. mitis NCTC 12261, S022-V3-A4, and B6). Pan-genome and phylogenetic analyses were conducted to identify strain-specific genes and assess inter-strain genomic diversity. Results: The genome of S. mitis KHUD 011 consisted of 1,782 protein-coding genes, with a G+C content of 40.24%. Pan-genome analysis identified 1,263 core gene clusters (50.0%), 496 dispensable clusters (19.7%), and 763 strain-specific clusters (30.3%). KHUD 011 displayed 88 strain-specific genes, particularly associated with cell wall/membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism. Phylogenetic analysis placed KHUD 011 closely with NCTC 12261, forming a distinct cluster apart from other strains. Conclusion The genome characterization of S. mitis KHUD 011 underscores substantial inter-strain genomic diversity influenced by host interactions, ecological niches, and health status. The identified strain-specific genes, particularly those associated with cell wall/ membrane biogenesis, transcriptional regulation, and carbohydrate metabolism, suggest adaptations to the oral microbiome and its interaction with the host. These findings highlight the ecological versatility of S. mitis and the importance of exploring strains from diverse environments to better understand their role within the host and the broader microbiome.

. This study aims to compare the marginal fitness of two types of implant-supported fixed dental prosthesis, i.e., cementless fixation (CL.F) system and cement-retained type. MATERIALS AND METHODS. In each group, ten specimens were assessed. Each specimen comprised implant lab analog, titanium abutment fabricated with a 2-degree tapered axial wall, and zirconia crown. The crown of the CL.F system was retained by frictional force between abutment and relined composite resin. In the cement-retained type, zinc oxide eugenolcement was used to set crown and abutment. All specimens were sterilized with ethylene oxide, immersed in Prevotella intermedia culture in a 50 mL tube, and incubated with rotation. After 48 h, the specimens were washed thoroughly before separating the crown and abutment. The bacteria that penetrated into the crownabutment interface were collected by washing with 500 μL of sterile saline. The bacterial cell number was quantified using the agar plate count technique. The BacTiter-Glo Microbial Cell Viability Assay Kit was used tomeasure bacterial adenosine triphosphate (ATP)-bioluminescence, which reflects the bacterial viability. The t-test was performed, and the significance level was set at 5%. RESULTS. The number of penetrating bacterial cells assessed by colony-forming units was approximately 33% lower in the CL.F system than in the cement-retained type (P<.05). ATP-bioluminescence was approximately 41% lower in the CL.F system than in the cementretained type (P<.05). CONCLUSION. The CL.F system is more resistant to bacterial penetration into theabutment-crown interface than the cement-retained type, thereby indicating a precise marginal fit.

Background: Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is the most serious complication after total joint arthroplasty. The incidence and burden of PJI in North America have been reported.There might be potential differences according to ethnics and regional practices between western countries and East Asia. Nevertheless, its incidence in East Asia remains unknown.We aimed to evaluate the incidence and economic burden of PJI in Korea and to project the future burden. Methods: We identified numbers of total hip arthroplasties, total knee arthroplasties and PJIs in Korea from 2010 to 2018 using medical claim data of Korean Health Insurance and Review and Assessment. Annual incidence and medical cost of PJI were calculated. We projected future burden of PJI through 2030 using Quasi-poisson regression model. Results: The annual incidence of PJI ranged from 2.3% to 2.8% and the average cost per each PJI patient ranged from $4,361 to $6,016. Total annual cost of PJI increased from $8.0 million in 2010 to $18.0 million in 2018 and was projected to exceed $57.0 million by 2030. Conclusion The incidence of PJI in Korea is comparable with reported PJI incidence of 2.0%–2.7% in the United States. Our findings would be used for worldwide comparison of PJI epidemiology and establishment of healthcare policies for PJI in East Asia.

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BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a learning curve for internal fixation for nondisplaced femoral neck fractures using the cumulative sum (CUSUM) technique. We applied the CUSUM technique in monitoring performance of a single surgeon in internal fixation for nondisplaced femoral neck fractures. METHODS: Fifty consecutive patients who underwent internal fixation for nondisplaced femoral neck fractures were evaluated retrospectively. Loss of fixation within 6 months postoperatively was considered as failure of treatment. Patients were stratified into the early experience group (cases 1 to 25) and the late experience group (cases 26 to 50). The CUSUM method was used to analyze the learning curve. RESULTS: There was no failure of treatment during study period. The operation time became shorter with experience. Using the CUSUM analysis to plot the learning curve, there was no significant learning curve observed for multiple pinning for nondisplaced femoral neck fractures. CONCLUSIONS: The CUSUM analysis revealed there was no obvious learning curve to become proficient at internal fixation for nondisplaced femoral neck fractures, if technical principles were followed during the procedure.
Femoral Neck Fractures* ; Femur Neck* ; Fracture Fixation ; Humans ; Learning Curve* ; Learning* ; Methods ; Retrospective Studies

BACKGROUND: The purpose of our study was to evaluate the usefulness of hip arthroscopy including extensive capsulectomy for synovial chondromatosis of the hip. METHODS: From 2008 to 2016, 13 patients with synovial chondromatosis of the hip were treated with arthroscopic removal of loose bodies and synovectomy using three arthroscopic portals. An extensive capsulectomy was performed to allow the remaining loose bodies to be out of the extracapsular space, and the excised capsule was not repaired. All patients were assessed by clinical scores and the radiographs were reviewed to determine whether the remaining loose bodies disappeared at the last follow-up. RESULTS: Eight men and two women were followed up for a minimum of 1 year (mean, 3.8 years; range, 1 to 6.8 years) after hip arthroscopy. Clinical outcomes such as modified Harris hip score, University of California Los Angeles score, and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index score improved at the last follow-up. Although seven hips had remaining loose bodies after arthroscopic surgery, the remaining loose bodies disappeared in five hips (71.4%) at the last follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: Arthroscopic surgery was useful to treat synovial chondromatosis of the hip. In spite of limited removal of loose bodies, arthroscopic procedures including extensive capsulectomy could be effective for the treatment of synovial chondromatosis of the hip.
Arthroscopy* ; California ; Chondromatosis, Synovial* ; Female ; Follow-Up Studies ; Hip* ; Humans ; Male ; Ontario ; Osteoarthritis

BACKGROUND: The incidence of hip fractures has been reported to vary geographically, and its trend has also varied widely. However, the trend in the age-adjusted incidence of hip fractures has not been well studied in Korea. After we identified eligible studies presenting multiple age-adjusted incidences of hip fractures in the Korean population in PubMed, we evaluated changes in the absolute number of occurrence and calculated the annual percentage change (APC) of age-adjusted incidences of hip fractures. METHODS: We have searched PubMed for the original and English-language literature on the incidence of hip fractures in the Korean population published since 2000. The studies presenting multiple age-adjusted incidences of hip fractures were selected. We evaluated the change in the absolute number of hip fractures and calculated the APC of age-adjusted incidences of hip fractures for each study. RESULTS: Three eligible articles were identified. The absolute number of hip fractures for both genders increased over time in all three studies although the operational definition of hip fracture differed from one another. The APC of the age-adjusted incidence of hip fractures was positive for women and negative for men. However, the change was not statistically significant in both genders during each study period (2001–2004, 2005–2008, and 2006–2010, respectively). CONCLUSIONS: The age-adjusted incidence of hip fractures was stable among men and women, while the absolute number of hip fractures increased for both genders in Korea. Further studies with longer study periods on age-adjusted incidences are required to better determine the trend in the incidence of hip fractures in Korea.
Female ; Hip Fractures* ; Hip* ; Humans ; Incidence* ; Korea* ; Male