1.Surveillance for Distribution and Resistance Rate of Clinical Strains from Neonatal Sepsis
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2006;0(05):-
OBJECTIVE To investigate the distribution and resistance rate of clinical isolates from neonatal sepsis in Hubei hospitals.METHODS The antimicrobial susceptibility of clinical isolates from(neonates) blood culture derived from sixteen hospitals in Hubei from 2000 to 2004,was retrospectively analyzed and tested by KirbyBauer(method).RESULTS A total of 1 019 strains were isolated from blood specimens,Gram-positive and Gram(-negative)(bacteria) accounted for 93% and 7% of these isolates,respectively.The main isolates were coagulase(-negative) staphylococci(CNS,79.8%),Enterococcus spp(7.0%),Staphylococcus aureus(SAU4.5%),Klebsiella spp(1.7%),Stenotrophomonas maltophilia(1.2%),and Escherichia coli(0.9%).71.3% CNS and 19.6% SAU were meticillin resistant,46.5% enterococci resistant to ampicillin and almost strains were susceptible to(vancomycin)(except E.gallinarum).ESBLs were detected in isolates of 56% E.coli and 35% K.pneumoniae.S.maltophilia was susceptible to trimethoprim(-sulfamethoxazole) and levofloxacin with resistance rate of 8.3% and 0%.In strains of other Gram-negative rods,resistance rate to imipenem,amikacin and fluoroquinolones were detected between 0% to 15%,and to cephalosporins Ⅰ-Ⅳ were between 20% to 70%.CONCLUSIONS Gram-positive cocci are important pathogens in neonatal sepsis,antimicrobials should be used on the result of(antimicrobial) susceptibility test.It is more important to reduce health care-associated(nosocomial) infections.
2.A Follow-up Study on MMPI in Police Recruitment
Zhutian SUN ; Chunxiang LIU ; Yue WANG
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2002;0(08):-
Objective:To study the validity of MMPI in police recruitment.Methods:9096 police applicants had been tested with MMPI from 1989 to 2004.Results:1694 male applicants were not accepted, they got higher MMPI(Chinese version) T-scores on scale Hs(61.9?10.0/45.4?6.6,t=8.76), Pa (61.6?12.7/46.6?8.1,t=5.85), Pt (58.7?10.1/43.3?7.6,t=6.45), Sc (65.4?7.8/44.6?6.6,t=11.46), and Ma, so did the female ones on scale Pt (60.9?3.7/42.2?8.2 ,t=3.79), Sc (68.9?3.0/45.2?8.2,t=4.96), and Ma (63.5?4.1/50.1?9.2, t=2.48). After a 16-year follow up, the results showed that in the group enrolled, none had suffered mental illness. 43 out of 70 applicants who were not accepted during 1989 to 1990 were investigated. Two of them had been sent to psychiatric hospital for schizophrenia.Conclusion:Result of MMPI is valuable in police recruitment.
3.Validation study of intravascular Doppler sonography for determination of blood flow velocity
Lin YIN ; Chunxiang LIU ; Rongjiang WANG
Chinese Journal of Radiology 1994;0(06):-
Objective To determine the validation of measuring blood flow velocity intravascularly using a new Doppler microprobe. Methods Catheterization and signal recording were investigated using a new 0.3 mm diameter microprobe in 40 patients during routine cerebral angiography (45 vessels). Blood flow velocity was determined using this technique (intravascualar Doppler sonography, IVDS) in another 14 patients with femoral-popliteal stenosis before and after percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA). Results IVDS was successful in 95.6% healthy vessels (43/45) and recorded the same typical flow-pulse curve as seen in transcutaneous measurement. Measurement of blood flow velocity was successful in 12 out of 14 patients (86%) with femoral-popliteal stenosis before and after PTA. IVDS could verify that blood flow velocity increased significantly after successful PTA (t= 4.01, P
4.Role of vacuum sealing drainage in treatment of wound infection after surgical operation of traumatic brain injury
Yu GUO ; Shenghui LI ; Chunxiang LIU
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2013;29(9):827-831
Objective To compare the application of debridement combined with vacuum sealing drainage (VSD) versus debridement combined with conventional dressing change in patients with subscalp infection following surgical treatment of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and investigate the effect of VSD in treatment of wound infection associated with surgery for TBI.Methods A retrospective review was conducted on clinical data of 60 TBI patients with combined wound infection after decompressive craniotomy between August 2005 and January 2012.According to the treatment modalities after admission,the patients were divided into debridement combined with VSD group (Group A) and debridement combined with conventional dressing change group (Group B),with 30 patients per group.Then wound healing,infection relapse rate and length of hospital stay were compared between the two groups.Results All 60 patients were followed up for 12-36 months (mean 21.6 months).The wound infection did not recur after surgery in Group A and sutures were removed in time.Seven patients (23%) in Group B presented with recurrent wound infection after the removal of wound drainage tube,which was healed after an additional debridement and drainage as well as the delay of suture removal.Wound healing time (13 d vs 22 d),dressing change frequency (3 times vs 8 times),length of hospital stay (17 d vs 26 d),antibiotic use duration (7 d vs 14 d),and time to drop the body temperature to normal after operation (2 d vs 4 d) in Group A and B respectively showed significant difference (P < 0.05).Conclusion In treatment of wound infection associated with decompressive craniotomy for TBI,VSD is beneficial for rapid healing of the infected wound and is worthy of wide clinical use.
5.Efficient amplification of NK cells and their anti-tumor cytotoxic activity in vitro
Chunxiang LIU ; Yi ZHANG ; Huiying LU
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2017;33(8):1186-1190,1196
Objective:To efficiently amplify NK cells and determine their cytotoxic activity against a variety of tumor cell lines in vitro,thereby providing evidence for potential clinical application.Methods: PBMCs were isolated from adult peripheral blood and co-cultured with K562 cells that were genetically modified to express 4-1BBL,IL-15 and IL-21 on the surface for 15 days to effectively amplify NK cells.The total cell number and Purity of CD3-CD56+ cells were measured.Granzyme B and perforin expression of the amplified NK cells were detected by flow cytometry and real-time PCR.The anti-tumor effect on different cancer cells was evaluated.Results: This method obtained a more than 1.1×1010 CD3-CD56+ NK cells with 95% purity over a 15 day amplification procedure.The expanded NK cells could efficiently release granzyme B and Perforin.The cytotoxicity against different tumor cells was followed the order from strong to weak:gastric,pancreatic,cervical,ovarian and renal cancer cells,with the highest activity against gastric cancer cell line A549 (90% at E∶T=10∶1) (P<0.05).A time-dependent killing effect of activated NK cells on cervical,liver and pancreatic cancer cells was observed.Conclusion: This amplification procedure can consistently generate large amounts of pure NK cells with effective cytotoxic function against a variety of tumor cells.
6.Effect of Doctor-led Telephone Interview on State of Anxiety for Patients with Epilepsy
Ruihua ZHANG ; Xingqi YAO ; Chunxiang LIU
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2010;16(10):976-978
ObjectiveTo observe the effect of the doctor-led telephone interview on the state of anxiety for outpatients with epilepsy.Methods100 outpatients with epilepsy and state of anxiety were divided into two groups: intervention group (doctor-led telephone interview) and control group (outpatient face-to-face visit in the epileptic clinic), 50 cases in each group. Doctor-let semi-structured telephone interview was performed in the intervention group, while routine face-to-face interview in outpatient was performed in the control group for 6 months. Self-rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) was used to assess the anxiety state before and 6 months after intervention. The state of anxiety and the patients' contents in the two groups were analyzed.ResultsThe scores of SAS in two group decreased 6 months after intervention and the intervention group was better than the control group.ConclusionThe doctor-led telephone interview can improve the state of anxiety for the patients with epilepsy.
7.Ciprofloxacin-resistant Rate of Escherichia coli and Its Main Impact Factors
Bo LI ; Linna CHEN ; Chunxiang WANG ; Liqin ZHOU ; Ling LIU
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2006;0(02):-
OBJECTIVE To retrospectively investigate the ciprofloxacin-resistance rate of Escherichia coli(ECO) and its main impact factors,and then guide empiric therapy for its infection. METHODS We looked up relative data in Hubei Network for Surveillance of Bacterial Antimicrobial Resistance.WHONET 5.2 Software was used to analyze resistance rates,and SAS software to perform univariate and multivariate Logistic regression assay. RESULTS Ciprofloxacin-resistance rate of ECO was and is on the rising,meanwhile,its resistance rates were different for laboratory,patient origin,age group,gender and so on,and the differences were all very significant(P
8.A systematic review for Qili Qiangxin Capsule for chronic heart failure
Chunxiang LIU ; Jingyuan MAO ; Xianliang WANG ; Yazhu HOU ; Chuan ZHANG
Chinese Traditional Patent Medicine 1992;0(04):-
AIM: To evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of Qili Qiangxin Capsule(Radix Astragali,Radix Aconiti lateralis praeparata,Radix et Rhizoma Salviae miltiorrhizae,Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng,Semen Lepidii,Semen Descurainiae,Flos Carthami,Pericarpium Citri reticulatae,Rhizoma Alismatis,Cortex Periplocae,Rhizoma Polygonati odorati,Ramulus Cinnamomi) with chronic heart failure(CHF).METHODS: Seven randomized controlled trials were reviewed.RESULTS: The meta-analysis indicated that the treatment group of Qili Qiangxin Capsule could decrease the cardiac functional grading of NYHA with 1.21 of the relative risk,and 95% confidence interval(CI) from 1.08 to 1.36;increase 6 minute walking distance with the weighted mean difference(WMD) was 37.39,and 95% confidence interval was from 22.58 to 52.20;raise left ventricular ejection fraction(WMD = 3.97[2.09,5.85]),decrease the left ventricular end-diastolic diameter(WMD = 2.81[1.41,4.22]),lower the level of B-type natriuretic peptide(WMD = 118.00[4.44,231.56]) and N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide(WMD = 476.90[371.26,582.54]) in blood plasma and drop the score of Minnesota living with heart failure questionnaire(WMD =8.00[3.48,12.52]),but Qili Qiangxin Capsule for reduction in left ventricular end-diastolic volume,left ventricular end-systolic volume,heart rate and blood pressure also need to be confirmed.Besides,individual ca-ses occurred adverse reactions like dry cough,epigastric discomfort,gastric distention.However,It could be tolerated and hadn't significant statistical difference with comparison to control group.CONCLUSION: Qili Qiangxin Capsule is effective and safe for the patients of chronic heart failure in improving the heart function and living quality.
9.Enhancement MRI evaluation of neuroblastoma staging in children
Xin LI ; Peifang LIU ; Chunxiang WANG ; Bin ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2000;0(11):-
Objective To evaluate the value and limitation of Gd-DTPA enhanced MRI for neuroblastoma staging in children. Methods Twelve cases of neuroblastoma proved by operation or bone marrow aspiration were examined by gadolinium-enhanced MRI. The age ranged from seven months to five years, mean 3.7 years. Eight tumors originated from adrenal, and four from posterior mediastinum. Conventional sequences, double dose gadolinium-enhanced MRI, and 3D CEMRA were used in all patients. Six cases were examined by CT in same time. Imaging staging on surgic-histopathological-based International Neuroblastoma Staging System (INSS) was performed. Results Six patients were staged by CT, including stage Ⅰ-Ⅱ in 2 cases, stage Ⅲ in 4 cases, and stage Ⅳ in none. Twelve patients were staged by conventional MRI, including stage Ⅰ-Ⅱ in 2 cases, stage Ⅲ in 9 cases, and stage Ⅳ in 1 case. Twelve patients were staged by double dose gadolinium-enhanced MRI, including stage Ⅰ-Ⅱ in 1 case, stage Ⅲ in 1 case, and stage Ⅳ in 10 cases. Conclusion Gadolinium-enhanced MRI was a single best imaging modality for neuroblastoma, most useful for distal to diaphragm metastasis, dumbbell tumor intraspinal extension, and bone marrow metastasis that was not detected by aspirate examination. Enhancement MRI was important in evaluating the therapy and was also helpful in assessing the therapeutic efficacy and relapse. 3D CEMRA helps demonstrate large vascular encasement and tumor erosion into important organs, and it is useful in assessing the respectability. Long examination time and lack in showing the characteristic calcium were the limitations.
10.Three-dimensional CT features of occipital squama normal anatomy, anatomic variations and fractures
Jungang LIU ; Xin LI ; Chunxiang WANG ; Lin ZHANG ; Wanhua GUO
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2013;(4):361-363
Objective To evaluate 3D CT features of normal anatomy,anatomic variations and fractures of occipital squama.Methods The 3D CT features on MIP,VR images were analyzed retrospectively in 589 pediatric cases.The normal anatomy,anatomic variations and fractures of occipital squama were observed respectively,and the differential diagnostic features including the individual location,appearance and extension were analyzed.Results Four hundred and thirty-three patients (75.2%) showed normal anatomy,including 154 patients with adult occipital anatomical features,279 patients with posterior intraoccipital synchondrosis,and 37 patients with Kerckring-supraoccipital synchondrosis.When cases with recent trauma history were excluded,113 patients (19.1%) showed anatomic variants,including unpenetrating sutures and penetrating sutures.The former could be subdivided to Mendosal sutures in 23 cases,superior median fissures in 19 cases,and midline supraoccipital fissures in 4 cases,while the latter could be subdivided to the interparietal bone variations in 54 cases,wormian bones in 23 cases,and accessory bones in 7 cases.Two or more variations coexisted in 33 cases.The occipital squama fractures were shown in 34 cases (5.6%),including linear fractures in 27 cases,comminuted fractures in 3 cases,with depression fracture in one case,separation of cranial sutures in 3 cases,and other fractures associated with variants in 3 cases.The fractures were sharp,or jagged,without limitation of the occification.Conclusion There are different 3D CT features of normal anatomy,anatomic variations and fractures of occipital squama in children,which are important for making the accurate diagnosis.