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  1. Article ; Online: Estimation of the causal effects of time-varying treatments in nested case-control studies using marginal structural Cox models.

    Takeuchi, Yoshinori / Hagiwawa, Yasuhiro / Komukai, Sho / Matsuyama, Yutaka

    Biometrics

    2024  Volume 80, Issue 1

    Abstract: When estimating the causal effects of time-varying treatments on survival in nested case-control (NCC) studies, marginal structural Cox models (Cox-MSMs) with inverse probability weights (IPWs) are a natural approach. However, calculating IPWs from the ... ...

    Abstract When estimating the causal effects of time-varying treatments on survival in nested case-control (NCC) studies, marginal structural Cox models (Cox-MSMs) with inverse probability weights (IPWs) are a natural approach. However, calculating IPWs from the cases and controls is difficult because they are not random samples from the full cohort, and the number of subjects may be insufficient for calculation. To overcome these difficulties, we propose a method for calculating IPWs to fit Cox-MSMs to NCC sampling data. We estimate the IPWs using a pseudo-likelihood estimation method with an inverse probability of sampling weight using NCC samples, and additional samples of subjects who experience treatment changes and subjects whose follow-up is censored are required to calculate the weights. Our method only requires covariate histories for the samples. The confidence intervals are calculated from the robust variance estimator for the NCC sampling data. We also derive the asymptotic properties of the estimator of Cox-MSM under NCC sampling. The proposed methods will allow researchers to apply several case-control matching methods to improve statistical efficiency. A simulation study was conducted to evaluate the finite sample performance of the proposed method. We also applied our method to a motivating pharmacoepidemiological study examining the effect of statins on the incidence of coronary heart disease. The proposed method may be useful for estimating the causal effects of time-varying treatments in NCC studies.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Proportional Hazards Models ; Probability ; Computer Simulation ; Case-Control Studies ; Research Design ; Models, Statistical
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-23
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 213543-7
    ISSN 1541-0420 ; 0099-4987 ; 0006-341X
    ISSN (online) 1541-0420
    ISSN 0099-4987 ; 0006-341X
    DOI 10.1093/biomtc/ujae005
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  2. Article: [Medical Statistics as a Foundation of Biomedical Research].

    Murakami, Yoshitaka / Takeuchi, Yoshinori

    Brain and nerve = Shinkei kenkyu no shinpo

    2022  Volume 74, Issue 4, Page(s) 341–351

    Abstract: Biomedical research commonly deals with measured values in humans, laboratory animals, and cells. These collections of measured variables, termed data, are analyzed to achieve scientific objectives. In this review, we present an overview of medical ... ...

    Abstract Biomedical research commonly deals with measured values in humans, laboratory animals, and cells. These collections of measured variables, termed data, are analyzed to achieve scientific objectives. In this review, we present an overview of medical statistics, including its concepts, methods, and tips, for biomedical research applications. We first introduce various concepts of medical statistics, such as true values (that would never be seen in the real world), measured values (actual measurements), bias, and random error. Medical statistics deals with the removal of bias and control of random errors to generate scientific evidence. As a statistical method, data description (or data visualization) is the first step that analysts use to examine data. Data descriptions reveal the patterns, trends, and relationships of the variables. Subsequently, data are analyzed using interval estimation (95% confidence intervals) and statistical hypothesis testing to guide conclusions. Herein, we address the limitations of hypothesis testing and the advantages of using 95% confidence intervals. Moreover, we provide a summary of multiple comparison procedures that allow the simultaneous testing of two or more null hypotheses.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Biomedical Research ; Humans ; Public Health ; Research Design
    Language Japanese
    Publishing date 2022-04-18
    Publishing country Japan
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 390389-8
    ISSN 1344-8129 ; 1881-6096 ; 0006-8969
    ISSN (online) 1344-8129
    ISSN 1881-6096 ; 0006-8969
    DOI 10.11477/mf.1416202041
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  3. Article ; Online: The utility of the self-controlled study design for pharmacoepidemiological studies without an active comparator medication using a medical information database: An application to assess the risk of varenicline on cardiovascular outcomes.

    Yokoyama, Ryo / Takeuchi, Yoshinori / Kumamaru, Hiraku / Matsuyama, Yutaka

    Pharmacoepidemiology and drug safety

    2023  Volume 32, Issue 10, Page(s) 1068–1076

    Abstract: Purpose: To illustrate the utility of the self-controlled study design for studies without an active comparator, we compared the results of a cohort design study with a non-user comparator with those of a self-controlled design study in evaluating the ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To illustrate the utility of the self-controlled study design for studies without an active comparator, we compared the results of a cohort design study with a non-user comparator with those of a self-controlled design study in evaluating the risk of varenicline on cardiovascular outcomes, using a Japanese medical claims database.
    Methods: The participating smokers were identified from health-screening results collected between May 2008 and April 2017. Using a non-user-comparator cohort study design, we estimated the hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of varenicline on initial hospitalization with cardiovascular outcomes using Cox's model adjusted for patients' sex, age, medical history, medication history, and health-screening results. Using a self-controlled study design, the within-subject HR was estimated using a stratified Cox's model adjusted for medical history, medication history, and health-screening results. The estimate from a recent meta-analysis was considered the gold standard (risk ratio: 1.03).
    Results: We identified 460 464 smokers (398 694 males [86.6%]; mean (standard deviation) age: 42.9 [10.8] years) in the database. Of these, 11 561 had been dispensed varenicline at least once, and 4511 had experienced cardiovascular outcomes. The estimate of the non-user-comparator cohort study design exceeded the gold standard (HR [95% CI]: 2.04 [1.22-3.42]), whereas that of the self-controlled study design was close to the gold standard (within-subject HR [95% CI]: 1.12 [0.27-4.70]).
    Conclusions: The self-controlled study design is useful alternative to a non-user-comparator cohort design when evaluating the risk of medications relative to their non-use, based on a medical information database.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Adult ; Varenicline/adverse effects ; Bupropion ; Smoking Cessation/methods ; Cohort Studies ; Proportional Hazards Models
    Chemical Substances Varenicline (W6HS99O8ZO) ; Bupropion (01ZG3TPX31)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1099748-9
    ISSN 1099-1557 ; 1053-8569
    ISSN (online) 1099-1557
    ISSN 1053-8569
    DOI 10.1002/pds.5634
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  4. Article ; Online: Genome-wide screening of upstream transcription factors using an expression library.

    Yahagi, Naoya / Takeuchi, Yoshinori

    F1000Research

    2021  Volume 10, Page(s) 51

    Abstract: The identification of upstream transcription factors regulating the expression of a gene is generally not an easy process.  To facilitate this task, we constructed an expression cDNA library named Transcription Factor Expression Library (TFEL), which is ... ...

    Abstract The identification of upstream transcription factors regulating the expression of a gene is generally not an easy process.  To facilitate this task, we constructed an expression cDNA library named Transcription Factor Expression Library (TFEL), which is composed of nearly all the transcription factors in the mouse genome. Genome-wide screening using this library (TFEL scan method) enables us to easily identify transcription factors controlling any given promoter or enhancer of interest in a chromosomal context-dependent manner. Thus, TFEL scan method is a powerful approach to explore transcriptional regulatory networks.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-01-28
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2699932-8
    ISSN 2046-1402 ; 2046-1402
    ISSN (online) 2046-1402
    ISSN 2046-1402
    DOI 10.12688/f1000research.27532.2
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  5. Article ; Online: Genome-wide screening of upstream transcription factors using an expression library [version 2; peer review

    Naoya Yahagi / Yoshinori Takeuchi

    F1000Research, Vol

    2 approved]

    2021  Volume 10

    Abstract: The identification of upstream transcription factors regulating the expression of a gene is generally not an easy process. To facilitate this task, we constructed an expression cDNA library named Transcription Factor Expression Library (TFEL), which is ... ...

    Abstract The identification of upstream transcription factors regulating the expression of a gene is generally not an easy process. To facilitate this task, we constructed an expression cDNA library named Transcription Factor Expression Library (TFEL), which is composed of nearly all the transcription factors in the mouse genome. Genome-wide screening using this library (TFEL scan method) enables us to easily identify transcription factors controlling any given promoter or enhancer of interest in a chromosomal context-dependent manner. Thus, TFEL scan method is a powerful approach to explore transcriptional regulatory networks.
    Keywords Medicine ; R ; Science ; Q
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher F1000 Research Ltd
    Document type Article ; Online
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  6. Article: Real-world burden and treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis in Japan: A retrospective claims database analysis.

    Yoshikawa, Mamoru / Sunaga, Yoshinori / Koshiba, Ryuji / Inukai, Miho / Takeuchi, Makiko

    Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology

    2023  Volume 8, Issue 2, Page(s) 346–356

    Abstract: Objectives: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a heterogeneous disease, which can be subdivided into CRS with (CRSwNP) or without (CRSsNP) nasal polyps. An intractable form of CRSwNP that is associated with an eosinophil-dominant inflammatory cell ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a heterogeneous disease, which can be subdivided into CRS with (CRSwNP) or without (CRSsNP) nasal polyps. An intractable form of CRSwNP that is associated with an eosinophil-dominant inflammatory cell infiltration (eosinophilic CRS) has become more prevalent in Japan. There is currently limited information on the burden of CRS in Japan and treatment approaches used in real-world practice.
    Methods: This retrospective, observational, comparative cohort study used information from the Japanese JMDC insurance claims database (study period April 1, 2015, to March 31, 2020). A CRS cohort was identified and matched with a control group without CRS. The primary objective was to clarify disease burden and treatment approaches by comparing comorbidities, healthcare resource utilization (HRU), and drug prescriptions in the CRS and non-CRS groups.
    Results: In total, 23,256 individuals with CRS (1762 with CRSwNP and 21,494 with CRSsNP) were matched with 23,256 controls. The mean age was 45 years and the majority of individuals were male (57%). Individuals with CRS had a higher disease burden than controls, with more frequent comorbidities (particularly, type 2 inflammatory disease [e.g., allergic rhinitis and asthma], and those caused by systemic corticosteroids [SCS]), and higher HRU (including outpatient visits, laboratory examinations and surgical procedures). Further, individuals with CRS were prescribed more medications, both for CRS (including SCS) and non-CRS conditions, than controls.
    Conclusion: In Japan, CRS is associated with a high disease burden, and multiple treatment approaches are used in affected individuals, including long-term SCS, which is generally not recommended.
    Level of evidence: 3.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2378-8038
    ISSN 2378-8038
    DOI 10.1002/lio2.1027
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  7. Article ; Online: Future health insurance system in an aged society with a low birth rate.

    Sasai, Yoshinori / Suzuki, Yusuke / Takeuchi, Yoshimasa

    Journal of prosthodontic research

    2020  Volume 64, Issue 4, Page(s) 515–516

    MeSH term(s) Birth Rate ; Insurance, Health
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-02-13
    Publishing country Japan
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 2470657-7
    ISSN 2212-4632 ; 1883-1958
    ISSN (online) 2212-4632
    ISSN 1883-1958
    DOI 10.1016/j.jpor.2019.10.004
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  8. Article: Association Between Ego-Resilience and Social Isolation Among Urban Older People.

    Hashimoto, Kazuaki / Takeuchi, Takeaki / Ihara, Kazushige / Obuchi, Shuichi / Kawai, Hisashi / Hirano, Hirohiko / Fujiwara, Yoshinori / Hunkyung, Kim / Watanabe, Yutaka / Hashizume, Masahiro

    Gerontology & geriatric medicine

    2024  Volume 10, Page(s) 23337214241238069

    Abstract: Social isolation among older adults affects their physical and mental health. Ego-resilience is associated with flexible adaptation to various environments and acceptable behaviors. However, its association with social isolation among older people is ... ...

    Abstract Social isolation among older adults affects their physical and mental health. Ego-resilience is associated with flexible adaptation to various environments and acceptable behaviors. However, its association with social isolation among older people is unclear. Therefore, a health survey was conducted with 510 adults aged 65 years or older to assess social isolation, its associated factors, and ego resilience. The results showed that the social isolation group had a lower median ego-resiliency scale score (42.0) compared to the non-social isolation group (38.0). The social isolation group were mostly males without spouses, took time to move, had more depressive moods, and poorer subjective health status. The non-social isolated group had faster maximum walking speed. Low ego-resilience was newly identified as a factor associated with social isolation among older people, as were being male, having no spouse, and depressive symptoms. Mediation analysis revealed that ego-resilience affected social isolation and was partially mediated by depressive symptoms.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2844974-5
    ISSN 2333-7214 ; 2333-7214
    ISSN (online) 2333-7214
    ISSN 2333-7214
    DOI 10.1177/23337214241238069
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  9. Article ; Online: Late-Stage Derivatization of Oleanolic Acid-Based Anti-HIV-1 Compounds.

    Takeuchi, Reon / Fujimoto, Junko / Taguchi, Yoshinori / Ide, Ryuji / Kyan, Ryuji / Sato, Kohei / Mase, Nobuyuki / Yokoyama, Masaru / Harada, Shigeyoshi / Narumi, Tetsuo

    Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin

    2024  Volume 72, Issue 3, Page(s) 330–335

    Abstract: A 12-keto-type oleanolic acid derivative (4) has been identified as a potent anti-human immunodeficiency virus type-1 (HIV-1) compound that demonstrates synergistic effects with several types of HIV-1 neutralizing antibodies. In the present study, we ... ...

    Abstract A 12-keto-type oleanolic acid derivative (4) has been identified as a potent anti-human immunodeficiency virus type-1 (HIV-1) compound that demonstrates synergistic effects with several types of HIV-1 neutralizing antibodies. In the present study, we used a common key synthetic intermediate to carry out the late-stage derivatization of an anti-HIV compound based on the chemical structure of a 12-keto-type oleanolic acid derivative. To execute this strategy, we designed a diketo-type oleanolic acid derivative (5) for chemoselective transformation, targeting the carboxy group and the hydroxyl group on the statine unit, as well as the 3-carbonyl group on the oleanolic acid unit, as orthogonal synthetic handles. We carried out four types of chemoselective transformations, leading to identification of the indole-type derivative (16) as a novel potent anti-HIV compound. In addition, further optimization of the β-hydroxyl group on the statine unit provided the R-4-isobutyl γ-amino acid-type derivative (6), which exhibited potent anti-HIV activity comparable to that of 4 but with reduced cytotoxicity.
    MeSH term(s) Oleanolic Acid/chemistry ; HIV-1
    Chemical Substances Oleanolic Acid (6SMK8R7TGJ)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-16
    Publishing country Japan
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 213307-6
    ISSN 1347-5223 ; 0009-2363
    ISSN (online) 1347-5223
    ISSN 0009-2363
    DOI 10.1248/cpb.c23-00891
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  10. Article: SeV C Protein Plays a Role in Restricting Macrophage Phagocytosis by Limiting the Generation of Intracellular Double-Stranded RNA.

    Morita, Naoko / Tanaka, Yukie / Takeuchi, Kenji / Kitagawa, Yoshinori / Sakuma, Ryusuke / Koide, Naoki / Komatsu, Takayuki

    Frontiers in microbiology

    2022  Volume 13, Page(s) 780534

    Abstract: Macrophages play a central role in the innate immune response to respiratory viral infections through pro-inflammatory factor secretion and phagocytosis. However, as a countermeasure, viral pathogens have evolved virulence factors to antagonize ... ...

    Abstract Macrophages play a central role in the innate immune response to respiratory viral infections through pro-inflammatory factor secretion and phagocytosis. However, as a countermeasure, viral pathogens have evolved virulence factors to antagonize macrophage function. In our recent
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-21
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2587354-4
    ISSN 1664-302X
    ISSN 1664-302X
    DOI 10.3389/fmicb.2022.780534
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