1.Predictive value of controlling nutritional status score in the prognosis of patients with advanced diffuse large B-cell lymphoma
Huirong SHAN ; Xicheng CHEN ; Hao ZHANG ; Yuqing MIAO ; Fei WANG ; Yuye SHI ; Ling WANG ; Jingjing YE ; Ziyuan SHEN ; Wei SANG ; Hongfeng GE
Journal of Leukemia & Lymphoma 2024;33(2):104-109
Objective:To investigate the predictive value of controlling nutritional status (CONUT) score in the prognosis of patients with advanced diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL).Methods:A retrospective case series study was performed. The clinical data of 654 patients newly diagnosed with advanced DLBCL diagnosed in 7 medical centers in Huaihai Lymphoma Working Group from October 2009 to January 2022 were retrospectively collected. All the patients received rituximab-based immune chemotherapy regimens. The patients were randomly assigned to the training set (458 cases) and the validation set (196 cases) in a 7:3 ratio. The clinicopathological data of patients were collected, and the CONUT score was calculated based on albumin, lymphocyte count, and total cholesterol. The optimal critical value of CONUT scote was determined by using MaxStat method. Kaplan-Meier method was used to draw survival curves; Cox proportional hazards model was used to make univariate analysis and multivariate analysis on the factors influencing overall survival (OS). The efficacy of CONUT score in combination with the International prognostic index (IPI) and an enhanced IPI (NCCN-IPI) in predicting OS was evaluated by using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves.Results:The median follow-up time of 654 patients was 38.1 months (95% CI: 35.3 months- 40.9 months), and the 5-year OS rate was 49.2%. According to the MaxStat method, the optimal critical value for CONUT score was determined to be 6 points. All the patients were classified into the normal nutritional status group (CONUT score ≤ 6 points, 489 cases) and the poor nutritional status group (CONUT score > 6 points, 165 cases). The results of the multivariate analysis showed that CONUT score > 6 points, male, lactate dehydrogenase >240 U/L, high white blood cell count, low hemoglobin level and age > 60 years were independent risk factors for OS of patients with advanced DLBCL (all P < 0.05). Patients in the poor nutritional status group (CONUT score > 6 points) had worse OS compared with that in the normal nutritional status group in the overall cohort of advanced DLBCL. Subgroup analysis revealed that among patients with Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group-performance status (ECOG PS) score < 2 points, IPI low-intermediate risk, IPI intermediate-high risk, NCCN-IPI low-intermediate risk, and NCCN-IPI intermediate-high risk, the patients in the poor nutritional status group (CONUT score > 6 points) had worse OS compared with that in the normal nutritional status group (CONUT score ≤ 6 points) (all P < 0.05). Conclusions:CONUT score has a certain value in the assessment of the prognosis of patients with advanced DLBCL, and its predictive efficacy is further improved when combined with IPI and NCCN-IPI.
2.Mechanism of Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction on improving slow-transmission constipation in rats by regulating AMPK/eNOS signaling pathway
Changying XIE ; Xuchao YU ; Wei GE ; Chengcheng WU ; Huirong XIAO ; Shenqi LIN ; Jinlian LIU
China Pharmacy 2022;33(13):1617-1623
OBJECTIVE To investigate the mechanism of Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction on improving slow-transmission constipation(STC)in rats by regulating AMP activated protein kinase (AMPK)/endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS)signaling pathway. METHODS The rats were randomly divided into blank group ,model group ,Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction low-dose,medium-dose and high-dose groups (6,12,18 mg/kg),with 10 rats in each group. Except for blank group ,other groups were given Compound diphenoxylate suspension to induce STC model. After modeling ,blank group and model group were given normal saline intragastrically ,and Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction groups were given relevant medicine intragastrically , once a day ,for consecutive 2 weeks. The number of feces and water content of feces in each group were observed before and after treatment;the carbon powder propulsion rate of rats in each group was calculated ;the pathological structure of colon in each group was observed ;the levels of nitric oxide (NO)and nitric oxide synthase (NOS)in colon tissues of rats in each group were detected;the expressions of AMPK ,eNOS,mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR),tuberous sclerosis complex 1(Tsc-1), Tsc-2 and eukaryotic promoter 4E binding protein (4ebp)were also detected. The active ingredients of Cannabis sativa ,Citrus aurantium and Rehmannia glutinosa were screened from Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction. The active ingredients with high Degree value were docked with AMPK and eNOS ,to verify the interaction. RESULTS Compared with before treatment ,the number and water content of feces were increased significantly in Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction groups (P<0.05). Compared with blank group ,carbon powder propulsion rate of model group was decreased significantly (P<0.05); colonic structure was disordered ,and a large number of inflammatory cells were seen in submucosa ;the levels of NO and NOS in colon tissue as well as the protein expressions of AMPK ,eNOS,mTOR,Tsc-1,Tsc-2 and 4ebp were increased significantly (P<0.05). Compared with model group ,above indexes of Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction groups (except for NOS in low-dose group )were reserved significantly (P<0.05). In the molecular docking experiment ,the active components with the highest Degree values in C. sativa ,C. aurantium and R. glutinosa were(Z)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl)-N-[2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethyl] acrylamide,nobiletin and stigmasterol. The binding energies of AMPK with these three components were -5.15,-4.61 and -4.83 kJ/mol,the binding energies of eNOS with these three components were -6.11,-5.40 and -5.91 kJ/mol. The conformations of these three compounds with AMPK and eNOS were stable and their binding activities were high. CONCLUSIONS Mayuan tongbian zhitong decoction can improve the constipation symptoms and intestinal function in STC model rats ,and its specific mechanism may be related to the inhibition of AMPK/eNOS signaling pathway.
3.Emergency knowledge and training strategy of disaster nursing for nurses in tertiary general hospitals
Li ZANG ; Jiajia LIU ; Huirong CHEN ; Wei JIANG
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2021;37(27):2093-2097
Objective:To understand the mastery of disaster nursing knowledge of clinical nurses in tertiary general hospitals, so as to provide reference basis for formulating disaster nursing training program.Methods:A total of 374 clinical nurses in tertiary general hospitals in Xi ′an, Shaanxi Province from September to October 2020 were investigated by Nursers Disaster Nursing Emergency Knowledge Scale. Results:The score of the included 374 clinical nurses on disaster nursing emergency knowledge was 2.74±0.98 points. The "accident command system" score was 2.55±1.04 points and the "special care and isolation decontamination" score was 2.93±1.00 points which was the lowest and highest respectively. The followings were important factors which influence the score of emergency knowledge: age, education background, working years, professional title, department, post, hearing of disaster nursing or not, participating in disaster rescue training or not, and participating in disaster rescue or not ( F values were 22.093-2 103.285, P<0.001). Conclusions:The disaster nursing knowledge of clinical nurses in tertiary general hospitals is at a relatively low level. It is necessary to strengthen the training of junior nurses and encourage clinical nurses to actively participate in disaster nursing relevant work to enhance disaster nursing capabilities.
4.Ultrasound diagnosis of neonatal fracture
Jing LIU ; Huali WEI ; Huirong ZHAO ; Li ZHANG ; Ruxin QIU ; Yueqiao GAO ; Chen CHEN
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2020;23(4):245-248
Objective:To investigate the feasibility and characteristics of ultrasound imaging in diagnosing fractures in neonates.Methods:Thirty neonates with bone fracture in Beijing Chaoyang District Maternal and Child Healthcare Hospital during January 2018 to June 2019 were retrospectively recruited. The causes and ultrasound imaging features of these cases were analyzed. The ultrasound findings were compared with the results of X-ray examination.Results:Among the 30 cases, 29 (96.7%) were diagnosed as fracture due to birth trauma, including 28 (93.3%) of clavicle fracture and one (3.3%) of humerus fracture, and one (3.3%) with rib fracture probably caused by metabolic osteopathy. The ultrasound imaging characteristics included interruption of bone continuity, dislocation and/or angulation of fracture ends, and callus formation during recovery. All of the 30 cases were diagnosed by ultrasound. However, X-ray examination failed in the diagnosis of one clavicle fracture.Conclusions:Ultrasound is an accurate and reliable method for the diagnosis of neonatal fracture. The main characteristics of ultrasound imaging include interruption of bone continuity, dislocation and/or angulation of fracture ends and callus formation.
5.Prenatal diagnosis and pregnancy outcomes in 42 fetuses with pleural effusion
Qinghua WU ; Xiyang MA ; Huirong SHI ; Xiangdong KONG ; Huina LIU ; Zhenling WEI ; Nan BAI ; Junhong ZHAO ; Ruonan ZHU ; Shumin REN ; Ning LIU ; Qiaoling BAI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2017;20(7):521-526
Objective To investigate the value of prenatal diagnosis in identifying the etiology and predicting the prognosis of fetal pleural effusion (FPE).Methods Forty-two cases of FPE were recruited in this study from January 2012 to September 2016.Ultrasound scan and genetic tests were performed on all fetuses.Seven fetuses with severe FPE were given pleurocentesis.Pregnancy outcomes of all the fetuses were followed up.Results FPE was commonly accompanied with other abnormalities,such as ascites,hydrops,hydramnion,hygroma colli,abnormal posturing,joint contractures,arrhythmia and micromandible.Chromosomal abnormality was detected in 11 fetuses (26.2%),of which ten were further confirmed by karyotype analysis,including six with 45,X,three trisomy 21 and one trisomy 18,and one was detected with a 9.83 Mb uniparental disomy (UPD) located at 12q24.21q24.31 by gene chip.One fetus was diagnosed with--SEA/--SEA thalassemia.All of the 12 families decided to terminate the pregnancies after genetic counseling.Among the other 30 fetuses,seven with severe FPE and normal karyotype underwent pleurocentesis.Five of the seven cases were with favorable outcomes,one with progressive hydrops was aborted and one neonate with severe hydrops died after birth.Spontaneous regression of FPE with good outcome was found in two cases.Parents of the other 21 fetuses chose to terminate the pregnancies.Conclusions Prenatal diagnosis is important to identify the etiology and predict the outcome of FPE.Chromosomal abnormality is a relatively common cause of FPE,and 45,X and trisomy 21 are the most common abnormalities.Intrauterine intervention is beneficial for FPE without chromosomal or other definite genetic abnormalities.Genetic test may be of great value for pregnant counseling.
6.Effects of Clemastine Fumarate on Expression of Toll Like Receptor 4 in Lung Ischemia-Reperfusion
Ning LIU ; Wei WANG ; Rui ZHANG ; Huirong HAN
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2016;32(18):2988-2991
Objective To explore the expression change of Toll Like Receptor 4 (TLR4) in lung ischemia-reperfusion injury in rabbits and the influence of clemastine fumarate on it. Methods Fifty rabbits were divided into five groups randomly (n=10): Sham (N+S), reperfusion for 2 hours (N+I1/R2), reperfusion for 4 hours (N+I1/R4), clemastine fumarate + reperfusion for 2 hours (F+I1/R2) and clemastine fumarate+reperfusion for 4 hours (F+I1/R4). The ischemia time in each group was 1 hour and normal saline was given respectively in groups of N+S , N+I1/R2 and N+I1/R4. Western blotting , RT-PCR and immunofluorescence were used to detect the expression of TLR4 in lung tissue , and the changes of ultrastructure in ischemia-reperfusion lung tissue were observed by electron microscope. Result The expression of TLR4 was elevated obviously in ischemia-reperfusion lung tissue (P<0.05), and there was positive correlation between the increased TLR4 level and reperfusion time (P<0.05), the swelled and thick-ridge mitochondria were observed in type II alveolar epithelial cells after LIRI (P<0.05); but clemastine fumarate inhibited the expression of TLR4 in lung tissue significantly caused by LIRI (P<0.05). And the mitochondria injury was reduced in the groups of clemastine fumarate. Conclusion TLR4 expression is elevated in lung tissue after LIRI; clemastine fumarate inhibits the expression of TLR4 caused by LIRI and protects the lung tissue from LIRI in rabbits.
7.Effect of clemastine fumarate on lung ischemia-reperfusion injury in rabbits
Wei WANG ; Ning LIU ; Huirong HAN ; Ning LI ; Rui ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Anesthesiology 2016;36(10):1193-1196
Objective To investigate the effect of clemastine fumarate on lung ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury in rabbits.Methods Fifty New Zealand white rabbits of both sexes,weighing 2.0-3.0 kg,were divided into 3 groups using a random number table:sham operation group (Sham group,n =10),I/R group (n =20) and clemastine fumarate group (Cle group,n =20).The model of lung I/R was established by clamping the left hilum of lung and decreasing the tidal volume followed by restoration of perfusion and ventilation 1 h later in I/R and Cle groups.At 3 h of ventilation in group Sham and 2 and 4 h of reperfusion in I/R and Cle groups,blood samples were collected for determination of serum tumor necrosis factoralpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-8 (IL-8) concentrations by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.The left lung was lavaged,and the broncho-alveolar lavage fluid (BALF) was colleted for determination of white blood cell count.Lung specimens were obtained for microscopic examination of the ultrastructure of lung tissues and for determination of wet/dry weight ratio (W/D ratio),expression of IL-1β and IL-6 mRNA (by real-time polymerase chain reaction) and cell apoptosis (by TUNEL).The apoptosis rate was calculated.Results Compared with Sham group,the W/D ratio,white blood cell count in BALF,serum concentrations of TNF-α and IL-8 and apoptosis rate were significantly increased,and the expression of IL-1β and IL-6 mRNA was up-regulated in I/R and Cle groups (P<0.05 or 0.01).Compared with I/R group,the W/D ratio,white blood cell count in BALF,serum concentrations of TNF-α and IL-8 and apoptosis rate were significantly decreased,and the expression of IL-1β and IL-6 mRNA was down-regulated in Cle group (P<0.05 or 0.01).The pathological changes of lung tissues were significantly attenuated in Cle group than in I/R group.Conclusion Clemastine fumarate can attenuate lung I/R injury in rabbits.
8.Current situation analysis of blood pressure and blood lipids in overweight and obese population from coastal areas of Fujian province
Huirong LIN ; Pengli ZHU ; Huazhen XIAO ; Xinnuan WEI ; Fan LIN ; Feng HUANG
Chinese Journal of cardiovascular Rehabilitation Medicine 2016;25(1):6-11
Objective:To investigate current situation of overweight and obesity among population from coastal areas of Fujian province ,and study their correlation with blood pressure (BP) and blood lipids . Methods :A total of 3343≥30 years people from coastal areas of Fujian province were enrolled using cross -sectional survey .Body height and mass ,BP ,waist circumference (WC) ,blood glucose and blood lipids etc .were measured .The correlation among BP ,blood lipids and BMI were statistically analyzed . Results:Detection rates of overweight and obesity were 34.6% and 10.0% respectively .Overweight rate of men was significantly higher than that of women (40.4% vs . 30.7% , P<0.05);percentages of overweight and obese population gradually rose along with age increased before 70 years ,and it showed declining trend after 70 years .Compared with normal weight people of corresponding age , BP and WC significantly rose in overweight and obese young people (<40 years) , P<0.01 all;there were signifi‐cant rise in BP ,WC ,TC and LDL‐C levels ,and significant reduction in HDL‐C level in overweight and obese mid‐dle-aged and aged people (>40 years) , P<0.05 or <0.01. Partial correlation analysis indicated that BMI was positively correlated with WC ,SBP ,DBP ,TC ,LDL‐C and HbA1c levels ( r=0.701 ,0.218 ,0.238 ,0.068 ,0.120 , 0.135 ,P<0.01 all) ,and inversely correlated with TG and HDL‐C levels (r= -0.069 both ,P<0.01 both) .Mul‐tifactor linear regression analysis indicated that BMI was significantly correlated with WC ,sex ,age ,DBP ,HDL‐C and FBG levels .After controlling age ,sex and blood glucose etc .,binary Logistic regression analysis indicated that overweight (OR=2.283 ,95% CI 1.915~2.721) and obesity (OR=4.419 ,95% CI 3.329~5.865) were risk fac‐tors for hypertension and dyslipidemia [overweight (OR= 1.356 ,95% CI 1.160~ 1.584) ,obesity (OR= 1.691 , 95% CI 1.319~2.167 )] , P<0.01 all .Conclusion:Prevalence rates of overweight and obesity are high in coastal population in Fujian province .Percentages of hypertension ,dyslipidemia ,DM and cardiovascular risk factor aggre‐gation significantly rise among overweight and obese people ,so controlling body mass is of important significance for prevention and treatment of chronic diseases ,including hypertension ,DM and dyslipidemia etc .
9.4.4 Å Resolution Cryo-EM structure of human mTOR Complex 1.
Huirong YANG ; Jia WANG ; Mengjie LIU ; Xizi CHEN ; Min HUANG ; Dan TAN ; Meng-Qiu DONG ; Catherine C L WONG ; Jiawei WANG ; Yanhui XU ; Hong-Wei WANG
Protein & Cell 2016;7(12):878-887
Mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) complex 1 (mTORC1) integrates signals from growth factors, cellular energy levels, stress and amino acids to control cell growth and proliferation through regulating translation, autophagy and metabolism. Here we determined the cryo-electron microscopy structure of human mTORC1 at 4.4 Å resolution. The mTORC1 comprises a dimer of heterotrimer (mTOR-Raptor-mLST8) mediated by the mTOR protein. The complex adopts a hollow rhomboid shape with 2-fold symmetry. Notably, mTORC1 shows intrinsic conformational dynamics. Within the complex, the conserved N-terminal caspase-like domain of Raptor faces toward the catalytic cavity of the kinase domain of mTOR. Raptor shows no caspase activity and therefore may bind to TOS motif for substrate recognition. Structural analysis indicates that FKBP12-Rapamycin may generate steric hindrance for substrate entry to the catalytic cavity of mTORC1. The structure provides a basis to understand the assembly of mTORC1 and a framework to characterize the regulatory mechanism of mTORC1 pathway.
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10.Meta-analysis comparing robotic right colectomy with laparoscopic right colectomy on clinical short-term outcomes.
Wei WANG ; Huirong XU ; Zengjun LI ; Yanlai SUN ; Zhongfa XU
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2015;18(5):463-468
OBJECTIVETo compare the clinical short-term safety and efficacy between robotic right colectomy (RRC) and laparoscopic right colectomy(LRC) with meta-analysis.
METHODSA search of the Medline, Embase, Ovid, CNKI and WANFANG databases was performed for studies comparing clinical or oncologic outcomes of RRC with LRC before July 2014. The RevMan 5.2 software was used for meta-analysis. The operative time, estimated blood loss, length of hospital stay, conversion rate to open surgery, postoperative complications and related outcomes were evaluated.
RESULTSSix studies including 217 RRC cases and 400 conventional LRC cases were enrolled and analyzed. The meta-analysis showed that RRC had longer operative time (MD=48.05, 95% CI: 26.52 to 69.57, P<0.01), less estimated blood loss (MD=-17.74, 95% CI: -28.32 to -7.16, P=0.01), faster postoperative intestinal peristalsis recovery (MD=-0.79, 95% CI: -1.10 to -0.48, P<0.01), lower postoperative overall complications (OR=0.63, 95% CI: 0.42 to 0.93, P=0.02). Conversion rate and postoperative hospital stay between the two groups were not significantly different (all P>0.05).
CONCLUSIONCompared to LRC, RRC is associated with less estimated blood loss, faster postoperative intestinal peristalsis recovery, lower postoperative overall complications, and longer operative time.
Colectomy ; Humans ; Laparoscopy ; Length of Stay ; Operative Time ; Postoperative Complications ; Postoperative Period ; Robotic Surgical Procedures

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