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View article: Splenectomy and the subsequent development of type 2 diabetes: a 9-year nationwide retrospective cohort study
Splenectomy and the subsequent development of type 2 diabetes: a 9-year nationwide retrospective cohort study Open
Background Although the spleen plays a vital role in immune modulation and metabolic regulation, its long-term metabolic consequences, including the risk of type 2 diabetes, remain unclear. We aimed to investigate the association between s…
View article: Effects of Physical Activity on Medical Expenses among Individuals with Obesity in Korea: Insights from a Nationwide Study
Effects of Physical Activity on Medical Expenses among Individuals with Obesity in Korea: Insights from a Nationwide Study Open
Background : Research on the relationship between physical activity and medical expenses among individuals with obesity has been sparse. This study investigates that association using nationwide data from Korea. Methods : We analyzed data …
View article: Effects of Physical Activity on Medical Expenses among Individuals with Obesity in Korea: Insights from a Nationwide Study
Effects of Physical Activity on Medical Expenses among Individuals with Obesity in Korea: Insights from a Nationwide Study Open
In this nationwide study of individuals with obesity, lower physical activity levels were associated with increased medical expenses. Consistently engaging in physical activity might significantly lower medical expenses, particularly among…
View article: Polydopamine-coated double emulsion capsules for on-demand drug release with reduced passive leakage
Polydopamine-coated double emulsion capsules for on-demand drug release with reduced passive leakage Open
Double emulsions (DEs) are widely explored in pharmaceuticals due to their ability to encapsulate both hydrophilic and hydrophobic drugs. However, their inherent instability limits their effectiveness in controlled drug delivery. Double em…
View article: 2024 Obesity Fact Sheet in Korea: Prevalence of Obesity, Abdominal Obesity, Obesity Defined by Body Fat Percentage, and Underweight in Adults in Korea from 2013 to 2022
2024 Obesity Fact Sheet in Korea: Prevalence of Obesity, Abdominal Obesity, Obesity Defined by Body Fat Percentage, and Underweight in Adults in Korea from 2013 to 2022 Open
This study presents updated data on the prevalence of obesity, abdominal obesity, underweight, and obesity defined by body fat percentage and low muscle mass. These findings highlight the need for timely strategies for obesity prevention a…
View article: Differences between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity Management: Medical, Social, and Public Health Perspectives
Differences between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity Management: Medical, Social, and Public Health Perspectives Open
Obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are among the most urgent global public health challenges, yet differ markedly in recognition and management across medical, social, infrastructure, and policy domains. T2DM is supported by clear…
View article: Associations of body mass index and waist circumference with incidence of overall and of 27 site‐specific cancers: a population‐based retrospective cohort study
Associations of body mass index and waist circumference with incidence of overall and of 27 site‐specific cancers: a population‐based retrospective cohort study Open
Background Overweight and obesity are known risk factors for cancer. The aim of this study was to investigate associations of body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC) with incidence of 27 site‐specific cancers stratified by sex a…
View article: Recent advances in the pharmacological treatment of obesity
Recent advances in the pharmacological treatment of obesity Open
Purpose: Obesity is a chronic disease associated with substantial health consequences, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Although lifestyle modifications remain foundational to treatment, pharmacothera…
View article: Clinical and preclinical obesity: cardiovascular implications of a new diagnostic paradigm
Clinical and preclinical obesity: cardiovascular implications of a new diagnostic paradigm Open
The traditional definition of obesity, relying solely on body mass index, inadequately captures individual health status and is insufficient for guiding therapeutic interventions. In January 2025, The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commis…
View article: Body Mass Index and Medical Expenses Covered by the National Health Insurance Service in Korean Adults
Body Mass Index and Medical Expenses Covered by the National Health Insurance Service in Korean Adults Open
All types of average annual medical expenses increased in higher BMI groups in Korean adults, particularly in women. Individuals with the highest BMI quintile incurred the greatest medical expenses among women and across all age groups. St…
View article: Anti-Inflammatory and Pain-Relieving Effects of Arnica Extract Hydrogel Patch in Carrageenan-Induced Inflammation and Hot Plate Pain Models
Anti-Inflammatory and Pain-Relieving Effects of Arnica Extract Hydrogel Patch in Carrageenan-Induced Inflammation and Hot Plate Pain Models Open
Arnica montana (AM), which belongs to the daisy family Asteraceae, has a longstanding traditional use in Europe and North America for pain and inflammation treatment. This study investigates the inhibitory effects of ‘Arnica montana extrac…
View article: Age at Menopause and Development of Type 2 Diabetes in Korea
Age at Menopause and Development of Type 2 Diabetes in Korea Open
Importance There is limited evidence regarding the association between age at menopause and incident type 2 diabetes (T2D). Objective To investigate whether age at menopause and premature menopause are associated with T2D incidence in post…
View article: Changes in physical activity and all-cause mortality among individuals with dementia: a cohort study using the National Health Insurance Service Database in Korea
Changes in physical activity and all-cause mortality among individuals with dementia: a cohort study using the National Health Insurance Service Database in Korea Open
Objective To examine associations between the amount and changes in regular physical activity (PA) before and after diagnosis of dementia and all-cause mortality risk, and whether these associations differ by PA intensity (light, moderate …
View article: Association Between Body Mass Index Changes and All-Cause Mortality in Parkinson’s Disease
Association Between Body Mass Index Changes and All-Cause Mortality in Parkinson’s Disease Open
Background: Whether body weight changes are associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD) mortality remains uncertain. Objective: To investigate the association between changes in body mass index (BMI) and all-cause mortality in patients with P…
View article: 2023 Obesity Fact Sheet: Prevalence of Obesity and Abdominal Obesity in Adults, Adolescents, and Children in Korea from 2012 to 2021
2023 Obesity Fact Sheet: Prevalence of Obesity and Abdominal Obesity in Adults, Adolescents, and Children in Korea from 2012 to 2021 Open
Our study provides information on the current status of obesity prevalence based on the 2023 Obesity Fact Sheet, emphasizing the urgency of implementing timely strategies to reverse this increasing trend.
View article: Association of Body Mass Index and Waist Circumference with Osteoarthritis among Korean Adults: A Nationwide Study
Association of Body Mass Index and Waist Circumference with Osteoarthritis among Korean Adults: A Nationwide Study Open
Background: Evidence on the association between obesity parameters, including body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC), and osteoarthritis is limited. This study aimed to investigate these associations in Korean adults.Methods: T…
View article: Association of low muscle strength with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease: A nationwide study
Association of low muscle strength with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease: A nationwide study Open
BACKGROUND There is limited evidence regarding the association between muscle strength and metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). AIM To investigate the association between muscle strength and MAFLD in the general po…
View article: Association Between Premature Menopause and Cardiovascular Diseases and All‐Cause Mortality in Korean Women
Association Between Premature Menopause and Cardiovascular Diseases and All‐Cause Mortality in Korean Women Open
Background Mortality from cardiovascular diseases in Asian populations is considerable. Menopause is a risk‐enhancing factor for cardiovascular disease, but it is unclear whether menopause is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular d…
View article: EP22.04: Ultrasonographic measurement of alpha and beta angles of hip joints in term fetus: a pilot study for predicting developmental dysplasia of the hip
EP22.04: Ultrasonographic measurement of alpha and beta angles of hip joints in term fetus: a pilot study for predicting developmental dysplasia of the hip Open
Term breech presentation increases the risk of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in infants as well as delivery-related complications. In this pilot study, we aimed to find out whether prenatal ultrasonography can predict the possib…
View article: EP26.15: Endometrial effect of hormone therapy in patients with breast cancer: a multicentre retrospective study
EP26.15: Endometrial effect of hormone therapy in patients with breast cancer: a multicentre retrospective study Open
Electronic poster abstracts at 51 years of age.Two years later, the disease was complicated by autoimmune hemolytic anemia, treated with prednisolone and rituximab.After 3 years of stable disease, with no symptoms, the patient presented ab…
View article: Differential Impact of Obesity on the Risk of Diabetes Development in Two Age Groups: Analysis from the National Health Screening Program
Differential Impact of Obesity on the Risk of Diabetes Development in Two Age Groups: Analysis from the National Health Screening Program Open
Background: The effect of obesity on the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) in different age groups remains unclear. We assessed the impact of obesity on the development of DM for two age groups (40-year-old, middle age; 66-year-…
View article: Association of Sustained Low or High Income and Income Changes With Risk of Incident Type 2 Diabetes Among Individuals Aged 30 to 64 Years
Association of Sustained Low or High Income and Income Changes With Risk of Incident Type 2 Diabetes Among Individuals Aged 30 to 64 Years Open
Importance Evidence of the association between income fluctuation and risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) is scarce. Objective To investigate whether sustained low or high income and income changes are associated with incidence of T2D. Design, S…
View article: Association of Dental Diseases and Oral Hygiene Care With the Risk of Heart Failure in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: A Nationwide Cohort Study
Association of Dental Diseases and Oral Hygiene Care With the Risk of Heart Failure in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: A Nationwide Cohort Study Open
Background To evaluate the association of dental diseases and oral hygiene care with incidence of heart failure (HF) among patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods and Results This study included 173 927 patients with type 2 diabetes aged ≥4…
View article: Evaluation and Treatment of Obesity and Its Comorbidities: 2022 Update of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity by the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity
Evaluation and Treatment of Obesity and Its Comorbidities: 2022 Update of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity by the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity Open
The goal of the 8th edition of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Obesity is to help primary care physician provide safe, effective care to patients with obesity by offering evidence-based recommendations to improve the quality of treatm…