Publications by authors named "Jiyeon Ham"

: Peritoneal stretching from CO insufflation is a primary mechanism of pain associated with laparoscopy. Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors are promising anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of celecoxib on postoperative pain reduction and associated changes in peritoneal gene expression after laparoendoscopic single-site (LESS) surgery for benign gynecologic disease.

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Background Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is anticipated to alter radiology workflows, requiring a clinical value assessment for frequent examinations like chest radiograph interpretation. Purpose To develop and evaluate the diagnostic accuracy and clinical value of a domain-specific multimodal generative AI model for providing preliminary interpretations of chest radiographs. Materials and Methods For training, consecutive radiograph-report pairs from frontal chest radiography were retrospectively collected from 42 hospitals (2005-2023).

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Cyano-(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl]3-(2,2-dichloroethenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropane-1-carboxylate (cypermethrin) is a pyrethroid insecticide that is widely used to repel insects, such as cockroaches and ants. In addition to the target insects, its hazards have been outlined for carp; mice; and the nervous, reproductive, and gastrointestinal systems of humans. However, the effects of cypermethrin on the mammary tissue and milk production in dairy cattle remain unknown.

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  • Resmethrin is a pyrethroid pesticide known for controlling insects, but it can be harmful to other organisms, particularly affecting the testes of mice.
  • In this study, researchers found that resmethrin inhibited cell growth and disrupted mitochondrial function in mouse Leydig and Sertoli cells, showing a significant reduction in proteins associated with mitochondrial membranes.
  • The exposure to resmethrin led to disturbances in calcium balance and triggered stress signals in the endoplasmic reticulum, but the use of an ER stress inhibitor helped restore cell growth impacted by the pesticide.
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  • Resmethrin is an insecticide used to control pests in homes and farms, but it can leave harmful residues in the environment and living things.
  • Previous research found that resmethrin can cause serious health issues, like damage to the brain and liver, but its effects on women's reproductive health were not well studied.
  • In this study, researchers found that resmethrin can harm certain cells related to reproduction, making it harder for them to grow and work properly, which could affect pregnancy.
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  • Prostate cancer is a major health issue for men, and despite treatment advancements, there are still challenges that need new therapies.
  • The study found that osthole, a natural compound, effectively inhibited cancer cell growth while sparing normal prostate cells, indicating its potential as a cancer treatment.
  • Osthole disrupts mitochondrial function and alters cell signaling pathways, suggesting it could be used in managing prostate cancer by targeting specific cellular mechanisms.
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Pyrethroid insecticides, such as beta-cyfluthrin, are used extensively globally, including in households and agriculture, and have been detected in the milk and urine of humans and cattle. Beta-cyfluthrin exhibits toxic effects, including neurotoxicity and male reproductive toxicity; however, few studies have investigated female reproductive toxicity despite its wide environmental distribution. The present study investigates effects of beta-cyfluthrin on implantation in porcine cells (pTr from the trophectoderm and pLE from the endometrial luminal epithelium).

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Environmental pollutants, including endocrine disruptors, heavy metals, nanomaterials, and pesticides, have been detected in various ecosystems and are of growing global concern. The potential for toxicity to non-target organisms has consistently been raised and is being studied using various animal models. In this review, we focus on pesticides frequently detected in the environment and investigate their potential exposure to livestock.

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Until non-hormonal therapeutic targets for endometriosis are suggested, we focused on mitochondrial function and autophagy regulation in the disease. Transcrocetin is a carotenoid and retinoic acid with high antioxidant potency and antiproliferative effects in several diseases. In this study, we demonstrated the therapeutic mechanisms of transcrocetin in endometriosis using the End1/E6E7 and VK2/E6E7 cell lines.

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Background: Osthole is active constituent of Cnidium monnieri (L.) Cuss. with various physiological functions including anti-inflammation and anti-lipedemic effects.

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Background: Fraxetin, a phytochemical obtained from Fraxinus rhynchophylla, is well known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic properties. However, fraxetin regulates the progression of endometriosis, which is a benign reproductive disease that results in low quality of life and infertility.

Hypothesis/purpose: We hypothesized that fraxetin may have therapeutic effects on endometriosis and aimed to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of mitochondrial function and tiRNA regulation.

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Cypermethrin is a pyrethroid insecticide that is used to control insects and protect crops. However, pesticide residues and their possible toxicity to non-target animals such as mammals are concerning. Although cypermethrin reduces testosterone levels, the molecular mechanisms involved, particularly those regarding endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and autophagy regulation, have not yet been fully elucidated.

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Alpinumisoflavone is an isoflavonoid extracted from the fruit and . It has various physiological functions, such as anti-inflammation, anti-proliferation, and apoptosis, in malignant tumors. However, the effect of alpinumisoflavone is still not known in chronic diseases and other benign reproductive diseases, such as endometriosis.

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Oxyfluorfen, a phenoxy phenyl-type herbicide, causes significant damage to ecosystems through chronically effecting invertebrates, fish, and mammals. Considering its adverse effect on ecosystem conservation, it is necessary to investigate its toxic effects on animals. However, the mechanisms of oxyfluorfen toxicity on bovines are not well established.

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Tetraconazole is a type of fungicide that eliminates pathogens in plants and fruit. To date, studies have focused on the direct exposure of plants and fruits to residual tetraconazole, but no studies have been conducted on the indirect effects of tetraconzaole. Given the importance of cows as milk-producing animals and their potential exposure to pesticides via plant consumption, we analyzed the mechanism by which tetraconazole influences milk production.

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Oryzalin is a dinitroaniline pesticide for the control of weed growth via suppression of microtubule synthesis. There are studies about the deleterious effects of dinitroaniline pesticides on the reproductive system. Therefore, we attempted to demonstrate the toxic mechanisms of oryzalin on early pregnancy using porcine uterine epithelial cells (pLE) and trophectoderm (pTr) cells.

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  • Endometriosis involves abnormal growth of endometrial-like cells outside the uterus, and melatonin, a hormone, shows potential therapeutic effects.
  • Research demonstrated that melatonin, alongside dienogest, effectively reduced endometriotic lesions in mice by promoting cell death and disrupting calcium balance in affected cells.
  • The study also revealed that melatonin negatively impacts energy production in endometriotic cells by altering mitochondrial function and downregulating key genes, suggesting it could be a promising treatment for managing endometriosis.
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Some colorectal cancer (CRC) patients are resistant to 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), and high expression levels of thymidylate synthase (TS) contribute to this resistance. This study investigated whether quercetin, a representative polyphenol compound, could enhance the effect of 5-FU in CRC cells. Quercetin suppressed TS levels that were increased by 5-FU in CRC cells and promoted the expression of p53.

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Alpinumisoflavone is a natural prenylated isoflavonoid extracted from the raw fruit of . Several studies have reported the beneficial characteristics of alpinumisoflavone, such as its antioxidant, anti-inflammation, anti-bacterial, osteoprotective, and neuroprotective effects. Alpinumisoflavone also has anti-cancer effects on thyroid, renal, and ovarian cancers, but its therapeutic effects on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) have not yet been demonstrated.

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Objective: We used paclitaxel and cisplatin, known to be effective in intraperitoneal chemotherapy, in a novel prototype of rotational intraperitoneal pressurized aerosol chemotherapy (RIPAC) and evaluated the pharmacokinetics, tissue concentrations, and toxicities in a pig model.

Methods: We developed RIPAC, including the nozzle with the conical pendulum motion, and used 10% of intravenous doses of paclitaxel and cisplatin. We used high-performance liquid chromatography followed by tandem mass spectrometry to analyze serum and tissue concentrations.

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Ethalfluralin, a dinitroaniline-type herbicide, has been used for decades. As a result, its residues are detected on some farmlands. To determine the molecular mechanisms underlying the detrimental effects of ethalfluralin on early pregnancy, porcine luminal epithelium and trophectoderm cell lines were used.

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This study investigated the effects of a synbiotic combination (Syn) of 505 (505) and leaf extract (CT) on the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis in mice under chronic stress. Unpredictable chronic mild stress (UCMS) significantly increased the serum levels of corticosterone, however, treatment with Syn suppressed UCMS-induced increases. Histopathological analysis of the testes showed that these organs experienced some damage during UCMS, but this was repaired following treatment with Syn.

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Alpinumisoflavone is a prenylated isoflavonoid derived from the fruit and . Alpinumisoflavone has anticancer properties in a variety of cancer cells, including colorectal, esophageal, renal and hepatocellular carcinoma. However, its mechanisms and effects in ovarian cancer remain unexplored.

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Phytosterols, which are derived from plants, have various beneficial physiological effects, including anti-hypercholesterolemic, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal activities. The anticancer activities of natural products have attracted great attention, being associated with a low risk of side effects and not inducing antineoplastic resistance. β-sitosterol, a phytosterol, has been reported to have anticancer effects against fibrosarcoma and colon, breast, lung, and prostate cancer.

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Colon cancer is a disease with a high prevalence rate worldwide, and for its treatment, a 5-fluorouracil (5-FU)-based chemotherapeutic strategy is generally used. However, conventional anticancer agents have some limitations, including the development of drug resistance. Therefore, there has recently been a demand for the improvement of antitumor agents using natural products with low side effects and high efficacy.

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