Search Results - T. Kono

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Objective: Animal migration can spread different diseases from farm to farm without being noticed. Despite bovine brucellosis being endemic in Myanmar, seroprevalence and risk related to farmers' behaviors and cattle migration remain unclear. Thus, understanding brucellosis in seasonal catt...

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Abstract Background LGBTQ+ patients often face discrimination in a healthcare setting, and LGBTQ+ healthcare professionals experience disproportionately high levels of workplace stress. The purpose of this research is (i) to explore healthcare professionals' experiences about LGBTQ+ patients an...

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Multilayered hemodialysis devices enable blood flow without the need for an external pump, whereas hollow fiber-type devices require a pump due to significant pressure loss across the fibers. This highlights a key advantage of multilayered devices for implantable applications, where a simpler and li...

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Background: After pancreatic surgery, impaired glucose tolerance may occur as a consequence of surgery, which has the potential to predispose a patient to diabetes. Aim: This study investigated the effects of rikkunshito (TJ-43) on incretin hormones and blood glucose tolerance in rats undergoing dis...

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IntroductionThe large number of elderly patients with dementia and mild cognitive impairment with cognitive decline in Japan has become a social problem. In this study, a food intervention study was conducted to test whether a food intervention approach targeting intestinal microbiota can improve co...

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Free tarsal grafts, the palatal mucosa, and auricular cartilage are commonly used in the reconstruction of the posterior lamella of the eyelid. However, reports describing the sole use of periosteal flaps are limited. We described the cases of two female patients, aged 72 and 85 years, with sebaceou...

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Abstract Torinido‐shoujoubae, as it is called in Japanese, is a flightless Drosophila sp. that is sold commercially in Japan. This Drosophila sp. is often used as feeds for model organisms such as reptiles and spiders. There is no scientific name provided for the fruit fly that is known as Torinido‐...

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Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems are major energy consumers in buildings, challenging the balance between efficiency and occupant comfort. While prior research explored generative AI for HVAC control in simulations, real-world validation remained scarce. This study addresses...

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Abstract Background Laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal patch (TAPP) is now commonly used in the repair of inguinal hernia. Barbed suture can be a fast and effective method of peritoneal closure. We report two rare cases of small bowel obstruction and perforation caused by barbed suture after...

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Abstract Background Hydrocele of canal of Nuck (HCN) is a rare disease in adult female. The diagnosis and treatment of HCN is still a challenge for surgeons. Case presentation A 56-year-old female presented with recent onset of occasional pain during exercise and an asymptomatic left groin swelling....

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Abstract Background Accurate diagnosis and complete resection of hydrocele of canal of Nuck (HCN) is still a challenge for surgeons. Case presentation A 28-year-old woman presented with a suspected inguinal hernia due to swelling in her right groin and was introduced for surgical treatment. Computed...

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The speciation of iodine in basalts has been investigated by combining in situ X-ray diffraction at high pressures and temperatures up to 4.9 GPa and 1600 °C, and Raman spectroscopy on recovered high pressure glasses at ambient conditions. Both methods point to iodine being oxidized in basalts, whet...

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Abstract Background Gastric hamartomatous inverted polyp (GHIP) is a pathological condition where enlarged gastric glands with cystic dilatation grow in the submucosa. It is difficult to excise the tissue due to its location. In addition, even if the tissue is taken correctly, making an accurate dia...

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Sand Casting is the most basic metal manufacturing process. The cast metals are used in almost all sectors, such as automobiles, the aviation sector, etc. Due to the restrictions in the sand mining process and to achieve sustainable manufacturing, it is important to reduce usage and the wastage of f...

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Abstract Background Situs inversus totalis (SIT) is a relatively rare condition, in which the thoracic and abdominal organs are reversed or mirrored from their normal positions. Here, we reported a case of a patient with SIT and advanced gastric cancer with lymph node metastasis who underwent laparo...

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Abstract Background Undifferentiated carcinoma of the colon is rare, and its prognosis is very poor. We report a case of undifferentiated carcinoma of the colon with rhabdoid features developed during treatment of non-small lung carcinoma (NSCLC) with pembrolizumab. Case presentation A 58-year-old m...

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Abstract Background McKittrick–Wheelock syndrome (MKWS) is caused by a villous tumor of the rectosigmoid colon with hypersecretion of mucus containing electrolytes. Complete resection of the tumor is needed to cure this disease. Transanal total mesorectal excision (TaTME) is currently a promising tr...

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