Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science

Review article

Essential micronutrients in children and adolescents with a focus on growth and development: a narrative review: Sukjin Hong; J Yeungnam Med Sci. 2025;42:25. Published online February 1, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12701/jyms.2025.42.25 [Epub ahead of print]

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Abstract PDF: This comprehensive review examines the crucial role of micronutrients in the health of children and adolescents, focusing on their growth and development. Micronutrients, including vitamins and trace elements, are essential for various biochemical processes and biological functions. We explored the roles, assessment methods, deficiency patterns, and intervention strategies for six essential micronutrients: iron, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin D, iodine, and folate. These nutrients were selected based on their fundamental importance in pediatric development. By analyzing the current literature from PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases, we synthesized findings regarding the impact of these micronutrients on health outcomes in children and adolescents, examining both regional and global prevalence data, with particular attention paid to Korean population data. This review provides evidence-based insights into the assessment and management of micronutrient status in children and adolescents and offers recommendations for clinical practice.

Original article

Factors to be considered in designing a faculty development program for medical education: local experience from the Western region of Saudi Arabia: Hussein Algahtani, Bader Shirah, Lana Alshawwa, Ara Tekian, John Norcini; Yeungnam Univ J Med. 2020;37(3):210-216. Published online April 21, 2020; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12701/yujm.2020.00115

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Background
Among the different aims of medical education, the provision of society with skilled, professional, and knowledgeable healthcare workers who maintain and develop their expertise over a lifetime career is important. The achievement of this goal is linked with the professional development of both faculty members and healthcare workers. This study aims to measure the perception of faculty members regarding their views about the goals of faculty development programs, practices and activities, and factors that determine their achievement.
Methods
A cross-sectional survey was conducted in multiple universities in the Western region of Saudi Arabia. The participants were given a pre-designed self-administered questionnaire generated from literature. The survey questionnaire consisted of three sections that were designed to assess the faculty members’ perception on the faculty development program.
Results
A total of 210 faculty members participated in the study. The most important perceived goal was to motivate teachers to become better teachers. The most important perceived practice was establishing a positive climate for teaching and learning. The most important perceived factor was skilled and dedicated staff support.
Conclusion
The results of this study demonstrate that faculty members have positive perceptions regarding all aspects of faculty development programs. This study will raise awareness regarding the importance of faculty development programs in sustaining educational vitality. We recommend the implementation and maintenance of comprehensive faculty development programs in Saudi universities.

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Original Article

Arthrographic Evaluation in Developmental Dislocation of the Hip: Comparison Between Hip Arthrogram and Operative Findings.: Se Dong Kim, Yun Seok Lee; Yeungnam Univ J Med. 1998;15(2):263-274. Published online December 31, 1998; DOI: https://doi.org/10.12701/yujm.1998.15.2.263

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Abstract PDF: One of the main purposes in the treatment of developmental dislocation of the hip is to achieve and maintain concentric, congruent, and stable reduction. The arthrogram perform an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental dislocation of the hip. The arthrogram provides much information about the soft tissue status of the hip joint. Limbus and ligamentum teres is exactly evaluated so we can plan the reduction and treatment before operation. 18 preoperative hip arthrograms of 17 children treated for developmental dislocation of the hip from 1992 to 1998 were reviewed. The limbus, ligamentum teres and transverse acetabular ligament were compared with the pathoanatomy seen at the time of open reduction. Arthrography proved reliable in identifying the limbus and ligamentum teres. So we recommend that arthrography must be performed before closed or open reduction. Also, we recorded the radiographic parameters: acetabular index, acetabular floor thickness, center edge(CE) angle of Wiberg, and Y-coordinate. The center edge(CE) angle of Wiberg obtained from arthrography was measured more accurately than from simple roentgenograms because the ossification of the femoral head was frequently located eccentrically in the developmental dislocation of the hip.

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