Tomoki Mizuno
YOU?
Author Swipe
View article: A Possible Increase in Penicillin-Resistant Strains of <i>Treponema pallidum</i>
A Possible Increase in Penicillin-Resistant Strains of <i>Treponema pallidum</i> Open
View article: Convolutional neural networks-based red blood cell detection and tracking with automatic data generation
Convolutional neural networks-based red blood cell detection and tracking with automatic data generation Open
Understanding the flow characteristics of red blood cell (RBC) is crucial to comprehending the oxygen supply mechanism of microcirculation. Quantification of the RBC partitioning in bifurcating channels is necessary; however, most measurem…
View article: Object Pose Estimation by Camera Arm Control Based on the Next Viewpoint Estimation
Object Pose Estimation by Camera Arm Control Based on the Next Viewpoint Estimation Open
We have developed a new method to estimate a Next Viewpoint (NV) which is effective for pose estimation of simple-shaped products for product display robots in retail stores. Pose estimation methods using Neural Networks (NN) based on an R…
View article: Simultaneous boost radiotherapy versus conventional dose radiotherapy for patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma: a multi-institutional analysis
Simultaneous boost radiotherapy versus conventional dose radiotherapy for patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma: a multi-institutional analysis Open
We compared survival outcomes of high-dose concomitant boost radiotherapy (HDCBRT) and conventional dose radiotherapy (CRT) for newly diagnosed glioblastoma (GB). Patients treated with intensity-modulated radiation therapy for newly diagno…
View article: Ensitrelvir in patients with SARS-CoV-2: A retrospective chart review
Ensitrelvir in patients with SARS-CoV-2: A retrospective chart review Open
Antivirals with proven effectiveness against the Omicron SARS-CoV-2 variant are required for COVID-19 treatment in hospitalized patients, particularly those with severe underlying conditions. Ensitrelvir, a 3C-like protease inhibitor, rece…
View article: Red blood cell partitioning including white blood cell in bifurcating microchannel
Red blood cell partitioning including white blood cell in bifurcating microchannel Open
View article: Dosimetric and radiobiological analyses of a de-escalation strategy for elective nodal regions in human papillomavirus-associated oropharyngeal cancer
Dosimetric and radiobiological analyses of a de-escalation strategy for elective nodal regions in human papillomavirus-associated oropharyngeal cancer Open
A de-escalation strategy with elective nodal regions is a promising treatment to prevent a decline in the quality of life in patients with HPV-associated OPC, particularly xerostomia, dysphagia, and hypothyroidism.
View article: Ensitrelvir Fumaric Acid in Patients with SARS-CoV-2: A Retrospective Chart Review
Ensitrelvir Fumaric Acid in Patients with SARS-CoV-2: A Retrospective Chart Review Open
Introduction Antivirals with differing mechanisms of action are needed for COVID-19 treatment; remdesivir is mainly used in hospitalized patients, but additional antivirals are needed in this setting. Ensitrelvir, a 3C-like protease inhibi…
View article: Red Blood Cell Partitioning Using a Microfluidic Channel with Ladder Structure
Red Blood Cell Partitioning Using a Microfluidic Channel with Ladder Structure Open
This study investigated the partitioning characteristics of red blood cells (RBCs) within capillaries, with a specific focus on ladder structures observed near the end of the capillaries. In vitro experiments were conducted using microflui…
View article: CNN-based red blood cell detection and tracking with automatic train data generation
CNN-based red blood cell detection and tracking with automatic train data generation Open
View article: Use of a multiplex polymerase chain reaction assay for the early detection of an outbreak of human parainfluenza virus type 3 infection in a nursery school during the COVID-19 pandemic
Use of a multiplex polymerase chain reaction assay for the early detection of an outbreak of human parainfluenza virus type 3 infection in a nursery school during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
We identified an outbreak of PIV-3 in a nursery school during the COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation of the outbreak highlighted that it was important not to overlook other respiratory infections including PIV-3 during the COVID-19 pande…
View article: Identification of Brain Regions Activated by Sevoflurane and Propofol and Regional Changes in Gene Expression
Identification of Brain Regions Activated by Sevoflurane and Propofol and Regional Changes in Gene Expression Open
General anesthetics have different efficacies and side effect incidences based on their mechanism of action. However, detailed comparative studies of anesthetics are incomplete. In this study, target brain regions and gene expression chang…
View article: Atelectasis in the Self-Prone Position in a Patient with COVID-19
Atelectasis in the Self-Prone Position in a Patient with COVID-19 Open
View article: Dosimetric Comparison of Helical Tomotherapy and Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy in Hippocampus- and Scalp-Sparing Whole Brain Radiotherapy
Dosimetric Comparison of Helical Tomotherapy and Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy in Hippocampus- and Scalp-Sparing Whole Brain Radiotherapy Open
Objective: Cognitive decline and alopecia after radiotherapy are challenging problems. We aimed to compare whole brain radiotherapy (WBRT) plans reducing radiation dose to the hippocampus and scalp between helical tomotherapy (HT) and inte…
View article: Dosimetric Comparison of Helical Tomotherapy, Volumetric-Modulated Arc Therapy, and Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy for Angiosarcoma of the Scalp
Dosimetric Comparison of Helical Tomotherapy, Volumetric-Modulated Arc Therapy, and Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy for Angiosarcoma of the Scalp Open
Objective: We compared radiotherapy plans among helical tomotherapy (HT), volumetric-modulated arc therapy (VMAT), and intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) for angiosarcoma of the scalp (AS). Methods: We conducted a planning study for…
View article: Molecular and Epidemiological Characteristics of Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates in Japan
Molecular and Epidemiological Characteristics of Carbapenemase-Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates in Japan Open
Carbapenems serve as a last resort for the clinical treatment of multidrug-resistant infections. Therefore, the rapid spread of carbapenemase-producing strains represents a serious public health threat, further limiting antibiotic choices.…
View article: Impact of advanced radiotherapy techniques and dose intensification on toxicity of salvage radiotherapy after radical prostatectomy
Impact of advanced radiotherapy techniques and dose intensification on toxicity of salvage radiotherapy after radical prostatectomy Open
View article: Comparison of the inoculum size effects of antibiotics on IMP-6 β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae co-harboring plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes
Comparison of the inoculum size effects of antibiotics on IMP-6 β-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae co-harboring plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance genes Open
Almost all cases of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae infections in Japan are caused by blaIMP-positive Enterobacteriaceae (especially blaIMP-6) and infections caused by other types of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae ar…
View article: Inoculum size effects in <i>bla</i><sub><i>IMP-6</i></sub> and plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance gene-positive Enterobacteriaceae in Japan
Inoculum size effects in <i>bla</i><sub><i>IMP-6</i></sub> and plasmid-mediated quinolone resistance gene-positive Enterobacteriaceae in Japan Open
The aim of this study was to examine the resistance genes in clinical isolates which produced IMP-6 type metallo-β-lactamase lactamase (MBL) and had mildly reduced susceptibilities to levofloxacin and/or amikacin. The inoculum size effect …
View article: Therapeutic implication of genetic variants of <i><scp>IL</scp>13</i> and <i><scp>STAT</scp>4</i> in airway remodelling with bronchial asthma
Therapeutic implication of genetic variants of <i><span>IL</span>13</i> and <i><span>STAT</span>4</i> in airway remodelling with bronchial asthma Open
Summary Background Several gene variants identified in bronchial asthmatic patients are associated with a decrease in pulmonary function. The effects of this intervention on pulmonary function have not been fully researched. Objective We d…