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  1. Article ; Online: Towards a replacement therapy for stimulant betel quid dependence: A proof of concept study.

    Osborne, Peter G / Pasupuleti, Ragavendra Rao / Lee, Chien-Hung / Ponnusamy, Vinoth Kumar

    Addiction biology

    2024  Volume 29, Issue 2, Page(s) e13371

    Abstract: Stimulant betel quid (SBQ) containing Piper betle leaf (L), green unripe Areca catechu nut (AN) and the alkalizing agent, slaked lime, is an addictive, carcinogenic stimulant, with no pharmacotherapy, chewed by millions of people in the Asia/Pacific ... ...

    Abstract Stimulant betel quid (SBQ) containing Piper betle leaf (L), green unripe Areca catechu nut (AN) and the alkalizing agent, slaked lime, is an addictive, carcinogenic stimulant, with no pharmacotherapy, chewed by millions of people in the Asia/Pacific region. We compared the in vivo physiological profile of chewing (1) non-stimulant P. betle leaf+AN (LAN), (2) SBQ utilizing slaked lime and (3) a novel SBQ utilizing Mg(OH)
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Areca ; Proof of Concept Study ; Tandem Mass Spectrometry ; Calcium Compounds ; Oxides
    Chemical Substances lime (C7X2M0VVNH) ; Calcium Compounds ; Oxides
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-21
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1324314-7
    ISSN 1369-1600 ; 1355-6215
    ISSN (online) 1369-1600
    ISSN 1355-6215
    DOI 10.1111/adb.13371
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  2. Article: Longitudinal Assessment of Quality of Life in Nasopharyngeal Cancer Patients Treated with Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy at Different Time Points.

    Liao, Kuan-Cho / Huang, Yu-Jie / Tsai, Wen-Ling / Lee, Chien-Hung / Fang, Fu-Min

    Cancers

    2024  Volume 16, Issue 6

    Abstract: Purpose: This retrospective cohort study aims to compare the quality of life (QoL) in patients with nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) treated with intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) versus volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) at different time ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: This retrospective cohort study aims to compare the quality of life (QoL) in patients with nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) treated with intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) versus volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) at different time points.
    Materials and methods: We conducted a longitudinal assessment of QoL on 287 newly diagnosed NPC patients (IMPT: 41 and VMAT: 246). We collected outcomes of global QoL, functional QoL, C30 symptoms, and HN35 symptoms from EORTC QLQ-C30 and QLQ-HN35 questionnaires at pre-radiotherapy, during radiotherapy (around 40 Gy), 3 months post radiotherapy, and 12-months post radiotherapy (RT). The generalized estimating equation was utilized to interpret the group effect, originating from inherent group differences; time effect, attributed to RT effects over time; and interaction of the group and time effect.
    Results: IMPT demonstrated superior mean dose reductions in 12 of the 16 organs at risk compared to VMAT, including a significant (>50%) reduction in the oral cavity and larynx. Both groups exhibited improved scores of global QoL, functional QoL, and C30 symptoms at 12 months post RT compared to the pre-RT status. Regarding global QoL and C30 symptoms, there was no interaction effect of group over time. In contrast, significant interaction effects were observed on functional QoL (
    Conclusions: Compared to VMAT, dose reduction attributed to IMPT could translate into better functional QoL and HN35 symptoms, but the effect is time dependent and exclusively observed during the RT phase.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-20
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2527080-1
    ISSN 2072-6694
    ISSN 2072-6694
    DOI 10.3390/cancers16061217
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  3. Article ; Online: A Study of the Relationship between Phthalate Exposure and the Occurrence of Adult Asthma in Taiwan.

    Duh, Tsai-Hui / Yang, Chih-Jen / Lee, Chien-Hung / Ko, Ying-Chin

    Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

    2023  Volume 28, Issue 13

    Abstract: Although phthalate esters contribute to airway remodeling by increasing bronchial cells' migration and proliferation, the relationship between human exposure to phthalates and asthma is not understood. We measured phthalate exposure in the human body and ...

    Abstract Although phthalate esters contribute to airway remodeling by increasing bronchial cells' migration and proliferation, the relationship between human exposure to phthalates and asthma is not understood. We measured phthalate exposure in the human body and evaluated its effect on asthma. Asthma (
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Adult ; Female ; Taiwan/epidemiology ; Phthalic Acids/toxicity ; Diethylhexyl Phthalate ; Asthma/chemically induced ; Asthma/epidemiology ; Environmental Exposure/adverse effects ; Environmental Exposure/analysis ; Environmental Pollutants/analysis
    Chemical Substances phthalic acid (6O7F7IX66E) ; mono-(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (FU2EWB60RT) ; monobutyl phthalate (ZI46LWZ45G) ; Phthalic Acids ; Diethylhexyl Phthalate (C42K0PH13C) ; Environmental Pollutants
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-05
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1413402-0
    ISSN 1420-3049 ; 1431-5165 ; 1420-3049
    ISSN (online) 1420-3049
    ISSN 1431-5165 ; 1420-3049
    DOI 10.3390/molecules28135230
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  4. Article ; Online: Linking metabolic syndrome with low bone mass through insights from BMI and health behaviors.

    Lee, Chun-Ying / Chuang, Yun-Shiuan / Lee, Chien-Hung / Wu, Ming-Tsang

    Scientific reports

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 1, Page(s) 14393

    Abstract: The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between metabolic syndrome (MetS), and bone density in a 30- to 50-year-old Taiwanese population, and to explore the combined effects of BMI and health behaviors on this association. A total ... ...

    Abstract The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between metabolic syndrome (MetS), and bone density in a 30- to 50-year-old Taiwanese population, and to explore the combined effects of BMI and health behaviors on this association. A total of 52,912 individuals aged 30-50 years from the Taiwan Biobank were included in this cross-sectional study. Bone density status was assessed using quantitative ultrasound (QUS). The joint effect was assessed by including an interaction term in the multi-logistic regression models to test the association between MetS, BMI, and bone density while controlling for potential confounders. MetS was associated with reduced bone density, with the risk of severe low bone density (SLBD) higher among BMI < 24 kg/m
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Adult ; Middle Aged ; Metabolic Syndrome/complications ; Metabolic Syndrome/epidemiology ; Body Mass Index ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Health Behavior ; Bone Diseases, Metabolic
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-01
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2615211-3
    ISSN 2045-2322 ; 2045-2322
    ISSN (online) 2045-2322
    ISSN 2045-2322
    DOI 10.1038/s41598-023-41513-7
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  5. Article ; Online: Impact of Vitiligo on Life Quality of Patients: Assessment of Currently Available Tools.

    Yang, Ting-Ting / Lee, Chien-Hung / Lan, Cheng-Che E

    International journal of environmental research and public health

    2022  Volume 19, Issue 22

    Abstract: Background: How different tools for evaluating health-related quality of life (QoL) reflect the burden of vitiligo has rarely been compared. In this study, we aim to evaluate the impact of vitiligo on QoL using currently available tools.: Methods: A ... ...

    Abstract Background: How different tools for evaluating health-related quality of life (QoL) reflect the burden of vitiligo has rarely been compared. In this study, we aim to evaluate the impact of vitiligo on QoL using currently available tools.
    Methods: A single-center, cross-sectional study of vitiligo patients was performed. QoL was evaluated using the dermatology life quality index (DLQI), short form-36 (SF-36), and willingness to pay (WTP). As the original DLQI cutoff score (>10) indicating aginificantly impated QoL was found to underestimate QoL, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was use to determine a new cutoff point discriminating vitiligo patients with positive mental stress (SF-36 mental health ≤ 52).
    Results: Of the 143 patients enrolled, 24.5% were identified having significant mental stress by SF-36 mental health domain score ≤ 52 while there were only 13.3% patients with significantly hampered QoL indicated by DLQI >10. Using ROC analysis, DLQI ≥ 7 was found to be a more appropriate DLQI cutoff value for identifying mental stress in vitiligo patients. Additionally, the median WTP for treating vitiligo was comparable to other inflammatory skin diseases.
    Conclusions: There exist discrepancies in the outcomes identifying significant disease burden of vitiligo using DLQI and SF-36, making the current DLQI cutoff score (>10) for identifying significantly affected QoL inappropriate for these patients.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Quality of Life/psychology ; Vitiligo ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Cost of Illness
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-13
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2175195-X
    ISSN 1660-4601 ; 1661-7827
    ISSN (online) 1660-4601
    ISSN 1661-7827
    DOI 10.3390/ijerph192214943
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  6. Article ; Online: Betel quid-associated cancer: Prevention strategies and targeted treatment.

    Ko, Albert Min-Shan / Lee, Chien-Hung / Ko, Ying-Chin

    Cancer letters

    2020  Volume 477, Page(s) 60–69

    Abstract: Betel quid (BQ) and areca nut use are at risk of cancer. This review includes the latest evidence of carcinogenesis caused by BQ exposure, suggests possible prevention strategies. We conducted a systematic literature search in the PubMed and Web of ... ...

    Abstract Betel quid (BQ) and areca nut use are at risk of cancer. This review includes the latest evidence of carcinogenesis caused by BQ exposure, suggests possible prevention strategies. We conducted a systematic literature search in the PubMed and Web of Science databases to identify relevant articles published in the past 10 years according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses criteria. Arecoline N-oxide, a metabolite of areca nut, is likely an initiator in carcinogenesis and is detoxified by N-acetylcysteine. Oral potentially malignant disorder and reactive oxygen species involved in carcinogenesis pathways may be treatable using antioxidants. Screening programs conducted by trained physicians are useful for identifying patients with early stages of oral cancer in high-risk groups. Anti-inflammatory medications may be used as chemopreventive agents in the disease-free stage after surgery. The association between survival and tumor somatic mutations in patients who chew BQ should be addressed in cancer studies. Current evidence on the natural course from BQ exposure to cancer occurrence and development provides information for developing primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies against BQ-associated cancer at clinical or translational levels.
    MeSH term(s) Acetylcysteine/metabolism ; Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal/therapeutic use ; Areca/adverse effects ; Areca/toxicity ; Arecoline/analogs & derivatives ; Arecoline/toxicity ; Carcinogens/toxicity ; Cyclic N-Oxides/toxicity ; Humans ; Inactivation, Metabolic ; Mass Screening ; Mouth Neoplasms/etiology ; Mouth Neoplasms/mortality ; Mouth Neoplasms/prevention & control ; Mouth Neoplasms/therapy ; Mutation
    Chemical Substances Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal ; Carcinogens ; Cyclic N-Oxides ; arecoline 1-oxide ; Arecoline (4ALN5933BH) ; Acetylcysteine (WYQ7N0BPYC)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-02-26
    Publishing country Ireland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Review
    ZDB-ID 195674-7
    ISSN 1872-7980 ; 0304-3835
    ISSN (online) 1872-7980
    ISSN 0304-3835
    DOI 10.1016/j.canlet.2020.02.030
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  7. Article: Temporal Clustering of Skin Sympathetic Nerve Activity Bursts in Acute Myocardial Infarction Patients.

    Liu, Chun / Lee, Chien-Hung / Lin, Shien-Fong / Tsai, Wei-Chung

    Frontiers in neuroscience

    2021  Volume 15, Page(s) 720827

    Abstract: Backgrounds: ...

    Abstract Backgrounds:
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-11-30
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2411902-7
    ISSN 1662-453X ; 1662-4548
    ISSN (online) 1662-453X
    ISSN 1662-4548
    DOI 10.3389/fnins.2021.720827
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  8. Article ; Online: Betel Quid Dependence Effects on Working Memory and Remote Memory in Chewers with Concurrent Use of Cigarette and Alcohol.

    Lee, Chih-Ying / Wang, Wei-Han / Lee, Chien-Hung / Ho, Ming-Chou

    Substance use & misuse

    2021  Volume 57, Issue 1, Page(s) 105–113

    Abstract: Objective: The current study asked whether BQ dependence level could affect working memory (WM) and remote memory for the chewers with concurrent use of cigarettes and alcohol, a common phenomenon in Taiwan.: Methods: The standardized ... ...

    Abstract Objective: The current study asked whether BQ dependence level could affect working memory (WM) and remote memory for the chewers with concurrent use of cigarettes and alcohol, a common phenomenon in Taiwan.
    Methods: The standardized neuropsychological tests (Wechsler Memory Scale III (WMS-III) and Remote Memory Test) were adopted to address the BQ chewers' verbal WM, spatial WM and remote memory. The Spatial Span Test and the Digit Span Test from WMS-III and the Remote Memory Test were adopted. The Betel Nut Dependency Scale (BNDS), the Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND), and the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) were adopted to measure the dependence levels.
    Results: The BQ dependence level and Last BQ did not affect spatial WM, verbal WM, and remote memory. Last Cigarette is critical in affecting WM; namely, longer interval led to worse performance. Finally, higher alcohol dependence level could lead to better remote memory.
    Conclusions: To our knowledge, there are no BQ studies addressing the effects of concurrent use of cigarettes and alcohol on memory.
    MeSH term(s) Alcoholism ; Areca ; Humans ; Mastication ; Memory, Long-Term ; Memory, Short-Term ; Taiwan ; Tobacco Products
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-10-22
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1310358-1
    ISSN 1532-2491 ; 1082-6084
    ISSN (online) 1532-2491
    ISSN 1082-6084
    DOI 10.1080/10826084.2021.1990338
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  9. Article ; Online: Body composition modify the association between ambient particulate matter and lung function among asthma patients.

    Lin, Fang-Chi / Chen, Pei-Shih / Lin, Yuan-Chung / Lin, Meng-Chih / Wu, Chao-Chien / Chen, Kang-Shin / Lee, Chien-Hung / Wang, Tsu-Nai

    Environmental science and pollution research international

    2023  Volume 30, Issue 37, Page(s) 88060–88071

    Abstract: The effect of ambient ... ...

    Abstract The effect of ambient PM
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Particulate Matter/analysis ; Air Pollution/analysis ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Environmental Exposure/analysis ; Air Pollutants/analysis ; Asthma/epidemiology ; Asthma/chemically induced ; Obesity/chemically induced ; Body Composition ; Lung/chemistry
    Chemical Substances Particulate Matter ; Air Pollutants
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-12
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1178791-0
    ISSN 1614-7499 ; 0944-1344
    ISSN (online) 1614-7499
    ISSN 0944-1344
    DOI 10.1007/s11356-023-28597-4
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  10. Article: LC-MS/MS measurement of alkaloids in alkaline extracts of Areca nut preparations and their physiological effects

    Osborne, Peter G. / Pasupuleti, Raghavendra Rao / Wu, Ming-Tsang / Lee, Chien-Hung / Ponnusamy, Vinoth Kumar

    Process biochemistry. 2022 July, v. 118

    2022  

    Abstract: Betel quid (BQ) containing Piper betle leaf (L), green unripe Areca catechu nut (AN) and slaked lime (Ca(OH)₂) is an addictive carcinogenic stimulant, with no pharmacotherapy, chewed by millions of people in Asia. We measured the effect of the ... ...

    Abstract Betel quid (BQ) containing Piper betle leaf (L), green unripe Areca catechu nut (AN) and slaked lime (Ca(OH)₂) is an addictive carcinogenic stimulant, with no pharmacotherapy, chewed by millions of people in Asia. We measured the effect of the constituents of slaked lime, NaOH and Ca(OH)₂, on the levels of endogenous alkaloids in aqueous extracts of AN alone and L+AN (LAN) using UHPLC-MS/MS. Alkaloid levels in AN and LAN extracts were arecoline> >guvacoline>arecaidine>guvacine. In vitro hydrolyzation of extracts of AN and LAN by NaOH or Ca(OH)₂, as occurs in vivo when BQ is chewed, dose-dependently decreased levels of muscarinic esters, arecoline (maximum 65%↓) and guvacoline (maximum 69%↓), and increased carboxylic acid GABA uptake inhibitors, arecaidine (maximum 275%↑) and guvacine (maximum 18%↑). In five volunteers, chewing BQ but not LAN, increased heart rate (maximum 19b/min), forehead temperature (maximum 1 °C), facial flushing and sweating, all symptoms of BQ stimulation. Hydrolysis of compounds in LAN is necessary to induce stimulant effects. Levels of arecoline, considered to mediate stimulant and addictive properties of BQ, negatively correlate with the physiological stimulant effects while levels of GABA uptake inhibitors positively correlate. Unripe, green AN warrants investigation as replacement therapy in the treatment of BQ substance use disorder.
    Keywords Areca catechu ; Piper betle ; arecoline ; betel ; betel nut ; calcium hydroxide ; carcinogenicity ; drug therapy ; heart rate ; hydrolysis ; leaves ; temperature ; Asia
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-07
    Size p. 65-73.
    Publishing place Elsevier Ltd
    Document type Article
    ISSN 1359-5113
    DOI 10.1016/j.procbio.2022.04.018
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