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So Young Lim

Sungkyunkwan University · Medicine

About the Lab

Professor So Young Lim's research lab specializes in pediatric craniofacial disorders, with a focus on the genetic, pathological, and clinical aspects of benign tumors and malformations such as fibrous dysplasia, neurofibromatosis, venous malformations, and capillary malformations. The lab investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying these conditions, particularly the role of somatic mutations (e.g., GNAQ) and their clinical manifestations, while also evaluating surgical outcomes and regrowth patterns post-resection. The research integrates clinical imaging, molecular diagnostics, and surgical management to improve diagnosis and treatment strategies in pediatric patients.

craniofacial malformationssomatic mosaicismpediatric surgeryvascular anomaliesfibrous dysplasia

Research Overview

Papers
105
Total Citations
806
Papers (5y)
15
Primary Field
Medicine

Research Output Trend

Figures are computed from collected data and may differ slightly.

Publications per year (5y)
15total
2020
2021
2022
2024
2025
Citations per year (5y)
99total
20202021202220242025

Selected Papers

15
1
Article|212 citations·2015
Mutations in DDX58, which Encodes RIG-I, Cause Atypical Singleton-Merten Syndrome
Mi‐Ae Jang, Eun Kyoung Kim, Hesung Now, Nhung Nguyen, Woo Jong Kim, Joo‐Yeon Yoo, Jinhyuk Lee, Yun‐Mi Jeong, Cheol‐Hee Kim, Ok‐Hwa Kim, Seongsoo Sohn, Seong-Hyeuk Nam
SJR Q1The American Journal of Human GeneticsOA
Molecular BiologyBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
2
Review|110 citations·2016
Nutritional Factors Affecting Mental Health
So Young Lim, Eun Jin Kim, Arang Kim, Hee Jae Lee, Hyun Jin Choi, Soo Jin Yang
Clinical Nutrition ResearchOA

Dietary intake and nutritional status of individuals are important factors affecting mental health and the development of psychiatric disorders. Majority of scientific evidence relating to mental health focuses on depression, cognitive function, and dementia, and limited evidence is available about other psychiatric disorders including schizophrenia. As life span of human being is increasing, the more the prevalence of mental disorders is, the more attention rises. Lists of suggested nutritional

PhysiologyMedicine
3
Article|40 citations·2015
Long-term outcomes of surgical treatment for dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans according to width of gross resection margin
Kyong-Je Woo, Sa Ik Bang, Goo‐Hyun Mun, Kap Sung Oh, Jai‐Kyong Pyon, So Young Lim
SJR Q1Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
Pulmonary and Respiratory MedicineMedicine
4
Review|36 citations·2013
Is Late Seroma a Phenomenon Related to Textured Implants? A Report of Rare Complications and a Literature Review
Bo Young Park, Dong-Han Lee, So Young Lim, Jai‐Kyong Pyon, Goo‐Hyun Mun, Oh Kap-Sung, Sa Ik Bang
SJR Q1Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
SurgeryMedicine
5
Article|32 citations·2007
Radiofrequency Volumetric Reduction for Masseteric Hypertrophy
Young Jin Park, Yong Woo Jo, Sa Ik Bang, Hyung Joon Kim, So Young Lim, Goo‐Hyun Mun, Won Sok Hyon, Kap Sung Oh
SJR Q1Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
NeurologyMedicine
6
Article|31 citations·2018
Reliable manifestations of increased intracranial pressure in patients with syndromic craniosynostosis
So Young Kim, Jung Won Choi, Hyung-Jin Shin, So Young Lim
SJR Q1Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
GeneticsBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
7
Article|26 citations·2007
Radiofrequency Volume Reduction of Gastrocnemius Muscle Hypertrophy for Cosmetic Purposes
Young Jin Park, Yong Woo Jo, Sa Ik Bang, Hyung Joon Kim, So Young Lim, Goo‐Hyun Mun, Won Sok Hyon, Kap Sung Oh
SJR Q1Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
SurgeryMedicine
8
Article|25 citations·2022
Current concepts of neurofibromatosis type 1: pathophysiology and treatment
Jaemin Choi, Sungbin An, So Young Lim
SJR Q2Archives of Craniofacial SurgeryOA

Neurofibromatosis type 1 is the most common tumor predisposition syndrome inherited in an autosomal dominant (100% penetrance) fashion with a wide variety of expressivity. From the perspective of plastic surgery, the most significant clinical symptoms, including disfiguration, peripheral neurologic symptoms, and skeletal abnormalities, are caused by various tumors originating from the affected nerves. Surgical removal is the standard of care for these tumors. However, the outcome is frequently u

NeurologyMedicine
9
Article|24 citations·2009
Secondary revisions due to unfavourable results after microtia reconstruction
Tae Sung Lee, So Young Lim, Jai‐Kyong Pyon, Goo‐Hyun Mun, Sa Ik Bang, Kap Sung Oh
SJR Q1Journal of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
SurgeryMedicine
10
Article|17 citations·2020
Evaluation of natural growth rate and recommended age for shaving procedure by volumetric analysis of craniofacial fibrous dysplasia
Jin‐Woo Park, Jae Hoon Jung, Sun‐June Park, So Young Lim
SJR Q1Head & Neck

BACKGROUND: We evaluated the preoperative natural growth pattern of craniofacial fibrous dysplasia and postoperative volume changes in patients undergoing shaving procedures. METHODS: Thirty-three patients who underwent serial computed tomography (CT) preoperatively and/or postoperatively were identified. The natural tumor growth rate was assessed using preoperative CT scans. The postoperative tumor regrowth rates and relevant variables were analyzed. RESULTS: The preoperative tumor growth rates

RheumatologyMedicine
11
Review|16 citations·2017
Determining the fate of cranial sutures after surgical correction of non-syndromic craniosynostosis
So Young Kim, Hyung-Jin Shin, So Young Lim
SJR Q1Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
GeneticsBiochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
12
Article|14 citations·2019
Phenotypic association of presence of a somatic GNAQ mutation with port‐wine stain distribution in capillary malformation
Kyeong‐Tae Lee, Jong Eun Park, Yeseul Eom, Ha Seong Lim, Chang‐Seok Ki, So Young Lim
SJR Q1Head & Neck

BACKGROUND: A somatic mutation of GNAQ (c.548G>A, p.Arg183Gln) plays a key role in capillary malformation development. The present study aimed to evaluate clinical manifestations of port-win stain (PWS) associated with this genetic mutation. METHODS: Skin tissue was obtained from 70 patients with capillary malformation who had been treated with excision for lesions. Droplet digital polymerase chain reaction was used to quantify the abundance of cells with the GNAQ mutation. RESULTS: The GNAQ mut

SurgeryMedicine
13
Article|13 citations·2000
Interneuronal survival and calbindin-D28k expression following motoneuron degeneration
So Young Lim, R J Guiloff, Roberto Navarrete
SJR Q1Journal of the Neurological Sciences
NeurologyMedicine
14
Article|11 citations·2013
Aesthetic Refinement of Secondary Cranioplasty Using Methyl Methacrylate Bone Cements
So‐Eun Han, So Young Lim, Jai‐Kyung Pyon, Goo‐Hyun Mun, Sa Ik Bang, Kap Sung Oh
SJR Q1Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
NeurologyMedicine
15
Article|9 citations·2017
Experience with specially designed pored polyacetal mold dressing method used in McIndoe-style vaginoplasty
So‐Eun Han, Ju Young Go, Doo Seok Choi, Gi Hong Seo, So Young Lim
SJR Q2Journal of Pediatric Urology
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational HealthMedicine

Research Areas

SurgeryGeneticsEpidemiologyNeurologyDermatologyRheumatology

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