1.Detection of food-specific IgE and IgG in sera from patients with psoriasis
Dexu WANG ; Wei ZHANG ; Dongbao SU ; Binglun YU ; Ruiqin WANG
Chinese Journal of Dermatology 2013;46(10):744-745
Objective To detect food-specific IgE and IgG in patients with psoriasis.Methods Serum samples were collected from 102 patients with psoriasis,30 patients with chronic eczema,30 patients with chronic urticaria,and 30 healthy check-up examinees.Food-specific IgE and IgG were detected by commercial kits in these samples.Results No significant difference was observed in the detection rate of food-specific IgE or IgG among patients with psoriasis,patients with chronic eczema and patients with chronic urticaria (both P > 0.05).Meanwhile,the detection rate of food-specific IgE and IgG in healthy examinees were statistically different from those in the three groups of patients (all P < 0.05).Conclusions Food allergens seem to be implicated in the development of psoriasis.Moreover,the sources and kinds of food allergens in patients with psoriasis differ from those in patients with chronic eczema and patients with chronic urticaria,which deserves further research.
2.Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Docking a Novel Hirudin-likeAnti-coagulant Protein to Thrombin
Yao FAN ; Jin WANG ; Shan YANG ; Xiang YANG ; Lina ZHANG ; Zichun HUA ; Dexu ZHU
Progress in Biochemistry and Biophysics 2001;28(1):86-89
Hirudin is one of the most potent anti-coagulant protein ever found, and its C-terminus is a key domain for inhibiting thrombin.In order to enhance its specificity,a novel anti-coagulant protein was constructed via fusing the C-terminus of hirudin to Annexin V, which was expected to sustain both anti coagulant activity and phorspholipid affinity. The structure of the designed protein was predicted with both molecular mechanics and dynamics. Molecular dynamics was adopted to simulate the docking interaction between the fusion protein and thrombin. The results showed the inhibitory activity of the fusion protein to thrombin.
3.Research progress of research on the effect of quorum-sensing system on periodontal pathogens
Dexu WANG ; Xiaojie LUO ; Xiaotao CHEN
STOMATOLOGY 2023;43(3):267-272
Periodontitis is one of the most common oral diseases in humans. As the initiating factor of periodontitis, dental plaque bacteria, is the primary factor leading to periodontitis. Quorum-sensing system relies on quorum-sensing signaling molecules to regulate and strengthenthe communication between different kinds of bacteria, strengthen the communication between bacteria, and promote the occurrence and development of diseases. Quorum-sensing system also plays an important role in promoting the formation of dental plaque biofilm by dental plaque bacteria. In recent years, many studies have shown that quorum-sensing inhibitors can effectively attenuate quorum sensing between bacteria and inhibit and reduce the formation of plaque biofilms between bacteria and the expression of their virulence factors. In this paper, we will review the progress of research on the effects of quorum-sensing signaling molecules on periodontitis pathogens.
4.Managiment of portal hypertension complicated with hyperthyroidism
Xinbao WANG ; Zhen YANG ; Dexu LI ; Dapeng LI ; Fazu QUI ; Xiaorong DENG
Chinese Journal of Practical Surgery 2001;21(3):152-153
ObjectiveTo summarize the experience of managing portal hypertension( PHT) complicated with hyperthyroidism. Methods5 patients with hyperthyroidism complicated PHT were performed with splenectomy plus pericardial devascularization after preoperative management, and the experience of pre- and postoperative management was summarized. Results1 patient occurred postoperative thyroid crisis and was cured with tranquilizing, prenisone and sodium iodide;the other 4 went through perioperation safely. The preoperative WBC,RBC,Hb and Pt were(2.018±0.536)×109/L,(2.97±0.42)×1012/L,(87±15.6)g/L and (38.4±13.24)×109/L, respectively, which rose to (6.54±0.398)×109/L, (3.636±0.387)×1012/L, (108.6±9.633)g/L and (240.4±84.54)×109 /L, respectively after operation. WBC and platelets of all patients reached normal level postoperatively. ConclusionProper perioperative management ensures that patients with hyperthyroidism complicated PHT survive the splenectomy plus pericardial devascularization, which renders opportunity for treating hyperthyroidism with medicine or surgery.
5.Family correlates of physical aggression among students in concentrated poverty-stricken minority areas
BI Dexu, CHANG Liping, WANG Qin, WU Wen
Chinese Journal of School Health 2019;40(2):239-241
Objective:
To explore family correlates of physical aggression among students in concentrated poverty-stricken minority areas.
Methods:
By using cluster sampling, questionnaire survey was conducted among 2 960 students in Dongjing county, Wucun county and Babie village in Baise City. Information of general demographic characteristics and physical aggression was collected.
Results:
Family economic status, family structure, family education system, family emotional atmosphere and household function showed significant effects on physical aggression(F/t=35.15, -5.78, 5.57, 9.54, 60.86, P<0.05).From multivariate logistic regression showed that family structure, parenting style, family emotional atmosphere and household function significantly accounted for variation of physical aggression, with one-unit improve of above indicators resulted in 0.11, 0.17, 0.17 and 0.36 decrease in physical aggression, respectively.
Conclusion
Parents should be encouraged to construct a harmonious family atmosphere, democratic parenting and well-functioning family, and cultivate positive attitude and outlook on life of their children through active life perspectives, aiming to reduce physical aggression and promote physical and mental well-being.
6.Detection of allergen-specific serum IgE in patients with eczema or dermatitis:a multicenter study
Xueyan LU ; Dexu WANG ; Jing JIANG ; Qinfeng LI ; Xiao ZHOU ; Li CHEN ; Hongyi LI ; Bin LI ; Jianqin JIA ; Danqi DENG ; Yuhuan ZHANG ; Linfeng LI
Chinese Journal of Dermatology 2015;(9):616-620
Objective To identify common allergens in patients with eczema or dermatitis by using serum IgE tests, and to explore their clinical significance. Methods A retrospective study was carried out on eczema or dermatitis patients with at least one positive serum IgE test result from 10 hospitals in China. Results Totally, 458 patients were included in this study with an average age of 28.13 ± 23.11 years. Of these patients, 209 (45.63%)were male, and 249 (54.37%)were female. The top three allergens were cockroaches(180/458, 39.30%), dust mite mix(152/458, 33.19%) and peanuts (116/458, 25.33%). Polysensitization (sensitization to more than one allergen)was observed in 89.66%(26/29)of patients with atopic dermatitis and 86.84%(33/38)of patients with facial eczema. Moreover, the rate of polysensitization was significantly higher in patients with generalized lesions than in those with circumscribed lesions (80%(88/110)vs. 70.40%(245/348),χ2=3.880, P=0.049). The positive rate of specific IgE against inhaled allergens was highest in the age group of 11-20 years(39/43, 90.70%), while the specific IgE against milk(26.53%, 26/98)and beef (19.39%, 19/98)was mainly observed in children aged less than 3 years. In addition, patients in northern areas showed increased positive rates of specific IgE to mugwort (10.35% vs. 1.61%,χ2= 4.917, P< 0.05), cockroaches (42.42%vs. 19.35%,χ2=11.959, P<0.05), milk (14.39%vs. 3.23%,χ2=5.958, P<0.05), soybeans (13.89%vs. 3.23%,χ2=5.594, P<0.05), beef(11.36%vs. 1.61%,χ2=5.641, P<0.05)and fresh-water fish(13.38%vs. 3.23%,χ2 = 5.235, P< 0.05)compared with those in southern areas. Conclusions Cockroaches are a common allergen in patients with eczema or dermatitis, and their clinical significance is worthy of further study. Polysensitization seems to be more frequent in patients with facial eczema or atopic dermatitis. Age is an important factor influencing allergen sensitization, and there is a regional difference in the distribution of common allergens.
7.HBV infection among blood donors from 18 domestic blood stations of prefecture-level cities
Dingding WANG ; Youhua SHEN ; Jianling ZHONG ; Hui ZHANG ; Zhibin TIAN ; Lin BAO ; Huixia ZHAO ; Jian ZHANG ; Peng WANG ; Yanqin HE ; Wei ZHANG ; Li LI ; Hao LI ; Dexu CHU ; Ying WANG ; Xin ZHANG ; Shouguang XU ; Min HUANG ; Yan QIU
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2023;36(2):172-176
【Objective】 To analyze the hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection data of blood donors from 18 domestic blood stations, so as to investigate the HBV infection situation of blood donors. 【Methods】 The positive rate of HBV and its distribution characteristics of regions, the percentage of HBsAg+ ELISA in first-time vs repeated blood donors, and the percentage of HBsAg-/HBV DNA+ blood donors of 18 domestic blood stations during 2017 to 2020 were collected from the Working Platform for Practice Comparison of Blood Centers, and the HBV infection among blood donors were statistically analyzed. 【Results】 From 2017 to 2020, the positive rate of HBV in blood donors among 18 domestic blood stations was 13.48/10 000-144.02/10 000, with the average HBV positive rate in eastern, central and western region at 26.14/10 000, 51.98/10 000 and 41.00/10 000, respectively. The HBsAg+ rate by ELISA among first-time and repeated blood donors was 14.55/10 000-305.39/10 000 vs 1.04/10 000-87.43/10 000 The HBsAg-/HBV DNA+ yield was 1.80/10 000-35.31/10 000. 【Conclusion】 The distribution of HBV infection in blood donors has regional characteristics, and HBV prevalence was low in repeated blood donors. HBsAg ELISA combined with HBV DNA detection can better ensure blood safety.
8.Study on the production efficiency of platelet components in 24 prefecture-level blood stations in China
Minyu HUA ; Wei NIU ; Jian YAO ; Shouguang XU ; Yuxia QIU ; Li LI ; Dongmei ZHAO ; JiaYu WAN ; Feng YAN ; Hongzhi JIA ; Hao LI ; Jiaqi QIIAN ; Peng WANG ; Zhenxing WANG ; Lin BAO ; Shan WEN ; Sheng YE ; Xuefang FENG ; Man ZHANG ; Xiaobo CAI ; Wei ZHANG ; Dexu CHU ; Youhua SHEN ; Peifang CONG ; Hui ZHANG ; Yan QIU
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2022;35(9):937-942
【Objective】 To learn the production efficient of platelet components among prefecture-level blood stations in China, to provide supporting data for those blood stations to optimize the production mode of platelet components and continuously improve production efficiency and supply capacity. 【Methods】 The data from 2017 to 2020 was obtained from 24 prefecture-level blood stations who were the members of the practice comparison network for blood institutes in China. The collection units of apheresis platelets, the number of dual-collections of apheresis platelets and plasma, the average apheresis units of one platelet apheresis procedure, the discarded rate of apheresis platelets, the amount of expired apheresis platelets and the amount of apheresis platelets issued were collected. For concentrated platelets, the prepared amount of platelet concentrates and the amount of expired platelet concentrates were collected; both the quantity of qualified and issued concentrated platelets were submitted for statistical analysis.The total output and efficiency of platelet components were calculated based on the collected data. 【Results】 The average annual growth rate of apheresis platelets collection in 24 prefecture-level blood stations was 12.23%, accounting for 99.80% of the total platelet output; the average collection unit of one platelets apheresis procedure was 1.75; from 2019 to 2020, only 5 blood stations performed dual-collection of platelet and plasma during one apheresis procedure; the discarded rate of apheresis platelets was 0.28%, of which 0.007% was due to expiration. A total of 1 621.2 therapeutic units of concentrated platelets were prepared, and 13.03% of them was discarded due to the expiration. The production efficiency of platelet components was 97.56%, of which the production efficiency of apheresis platelets was 97.61% and the production efficiency of concentrated platelets was 74.43%. 【Conclusion】 There are large regional differences in the supply capacity of platelet components in prefecture-level blood stations. Apheresis platelets are the main resource of platelet components product, and the collection capacity is increasing over the years with the characteristics of high production efficiency and low expiration scrapping rate. However, the preparation of concentrated platelets are still limited with relatively low production and high expiration discarded rate.