1.Bloodletting at Auricular Points versus Acupuncture at Specific Points for Analgesia in Acute Lumbar Sprain
Shanghai Journal of Acupuncture and Moxibustion 2016;(1):56-57
Objective To compare the effects between bloodletting at auricular points and acupuncture at specific points [Yintang (GV 29) or Yanglao (SI 6)] for analgesia in acute lumbar sprain.Method Totally 100 patients with acute lumbar sprain were randomized into a treatment group and a control group, 50 cases in each group. The treatment group was intervened by bloodletting at auricular points, while the control group was by acupuncture at specific points [Yintang (GV 29) or Yanglao (SI 6). The Present Pain Intensity (PPI) from the Short-form McGill Pain Questionnaire was taken as the observation index. The changes of PPI were compared respectively 10 min and 30 min after treatment.Result The PPI scores were significantly changed 30 min after treatment in both groups (P<0.05). The PPI scores in the treatment group were significantly different from that in the control group both 10 min and 30 min after intervention (P<0.05).Conclusion Bloodletting at auricular points and acupuncture at specific points are both effective in releasing pain in acute lumbar sprain, while bloodletting at auricular points can produce a more significant real-time analgesic effect.
2.Bacillus anthracis Infection and Bioterrorism
Journal of Environment and Health 1992;0(05):-
The bioterrorism-related anthrax, the general situation of anthrax prevalence in China and the latest advances in laboratory diagnosis of Bacillus anthracis were reviewed. The control and prevention measures on anthrax were also introduced and the measures responding to the possible bioterrorism-attack were proposed in this paper.
3.Factors affecting spontaneous premature birth in singleton pregnancy
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;36(3):251-254
Objective:
To investigate the factors affecting spontaneous preterm birth in singleton pregnancy, so as to provide insights into reducing the risk of preterm birth.
Methods:
A total of 230 lying-in women with spontaneous preterm birth in singleton pregnancies admitted to the Hangzhou Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital were selected as the case group, and lying-in women with full-term birth in singleton pregnancies in the hospital during the study period were selected as controls. Basic information and pregnancy status were collected through the hospital information system, and factors affecting spontaneous preterm birth in singleton pregnancies were analyzed using a multivariable logistic regression model.
Results:
The lying-in women in the case group had a mean age of (33.40±3.16) years and a mean gestational weeks at delivery of (34.72±2.15) weeks. The lying-in women in the control group had a mean age of (28.30±3.92) years and a mean gestational weeks at delivery of (39.84±2.09) weeks. Multivariable logistic regression analysis identified age of 35 years and older (OR=1.280, 95%CI: 1.022-1.603), induced abortion three times and above (OR=3.122, 95%CI: 1.368-7.121), history of preterm birth (OR=3.769, 95%CI: 1.725-8.240), premature rupture of membranes (OR=12.708, 95%CI: 4.836-33.391), gestational hypertension (OR=2.934, 95%CI: 1.313-6.550), gestational diabetes (OR=2.510, 95%CI: 1.249-5.038) and cervical canal length ≤25 mm (OR=5.832, 95%CI: 2.380-14.279) as factors affecting spontaneous preterm birth in singleton pregnancies.
Conclusion
Spontaneous preterm birth in singleton pregnancy may be associated with age, number of induced abortions, premature rupture of membranes, complications in pregnancy and cervical canal length.
4.Research on the Method for the Limit Detection of Aconitine in Wuqi Shujin Tongluo Tablet
Zhenyao CHEN ; Jinying CHEN ; Weisheng YAO
China Pharmacy 2015;26(36):5144-5146
OBJECTIVE:To establish a method for the limit detection of aconitine in Wuqi shujin tongluo tablet. METHODS:TLC was conducted to identify the aconitine;TLC plate was silica gel G plate,developing solvent was toluene-ethyl acetate-chloro-form-acetone-ammonia(20:18:3:6:1,V/V/V/V/V),chromogenic agent was bismuth potassium iodide test solution and sodium ni-trite ethanol test solution;and durability investigation and detection limit detection were used to optimize the TLC plate,tempera-ture and humidity. RESULTS:TLC showed the aconitine had clear spots and negative control without interference. The durability was good;detection limit was 0.9 μg;available TLC plate was Merck HPTLC prefabricated plate, silica gel G TLC plate setf-made silica gel G TLC plate with adhesive of sodium carboxymethycellulose;temperature was 5-16 ℃ and humidity was 32%-72%. CONCLUSIONS:The method is simple and reproducibility,and can be used for the limit detection of aconitine in Wuqi shujin tongluo tablet.
5.Detection of the Virulence-associated Genes in Vibrio Cholerae by Multiplex PCR Assay
Liangyi JING ; Jinying CHEN ; Shumei WANG
Journal of Environment and Health 1989;0(06):-
Objective To study a rapid and sensitive method for determination of virulence-associated genes in O1El Tor,O139,non-O1/non-O139Vibrio cholerae strains.Methods Five pairs of primers were designed respectively ac-cording to cholera toxin sub-unit A gene(ctxA),accessory cholera enterotoxin gene(ace),zonula occludens toxin gene(zot),toxin coregulated pilus A gene(tcpA)and toxR regulatory protein gene(toxR).Multiplex PCR(MPCR)procedures for simultaneously detecting those five genes were established.The gene information of the virulence-associated genes in the Vibrio cholerae strains was obtained through agar gel electrophoresis for products of single amplification of the MPCR.Results The five virulence-associated genes in the positive control Vibrio cholerae O139(MO45strain)could be detected and the results were correct,which could meet the designed request for the method.In the other tested strains(O1EL Tor,O139,non-O1/non-O139)could be detected1to5kinds of the virulence-associated genes.Based on the results of the variety of carried virulence-associated genes,the tested Vibrio cholerae strains could be classified as5kinds of genetypes,and the Vibrio cholerae could be distinguished between toxic and non-toxic strains.The sensitivity of the MPCR approach reached to10 2 cfu/ml.Conclusion This method is rapid,specific and sensitive,which possess great value for practical application.
6.Design and Construction of G2 Glycoprotein Multi-epitope Antigen Gene of Hantavirus
Dongjing YANG ; Jinying CHEN ; Xu SU
Journal of Environment and Health 1993;0(01):-
Objective To construct the multi-epitope antigen(mea) gene of G2 glycoprotein of Hantavirus SEO type L99 strain.Methods The B cell epitopes was chosen and connected by three-peptide GPG after the amino acid sequence of G2 protein was analyzed and predicted by bioinformatical soft wares.The corresponding gene mea was constructed by overlap PCR,and cloned into the prokaryotic expression plasmid pET32a(+).Results The mea gene was successfully constructed by the five epitopes being chosen.The recombinant plasmid pET32a-mea was acquired by directional cloning.Conclusion The mea and its expression system E.coli BL21/pET32a-mea were constructed for the first time.The foundation was laid for the expression of the mea and its immunological applications.
7.Study on Screening the High-Efficiency Predominant Bacteria for Decompounding the Organic Wastes in Rubber Industry Wastewater
Jinying CHEN ; Jianghua LI ; Wei QI
Journal of Environment and Health 1993;0(01):-
Objective To screen the high-efficiency predominant bacteria which can decompound 2-mercaptobenzothiazole, the accelerant for producing latex, in the organic wastewater. Methods Sampling from manufacturing environment, we got the predominant bacteria by primary screening, isolating and functional tests, and performed simulated test ground decompounding tests by using all bacteria. The enrichment of the predominant bacteria was followed by screen and identification to select the high-efficiency bacteria. Results 75 strains of predominant bacteria were obtained by primary screening. The simulated decompounding tests were performed after the mixed bacteria were tamed. The ratio of elimination for chemical oxygen demand (COD) was about 60.8%-97.7%, and the average was 77.2%. The predominant bacteria adhered to the surface of the active carbon, the carrier, and formed the biological film. Through screening and identification the Bacillus cereus showed to be predominant (90%). Conclusion The technology of high-efficiency predominant bacteria can be used for decompounding 2-mercaptobenzothiazole in the organic wastewater.
8.Effects of health and safety management for elderly patients receiving gastroenteroscopy under sedation
Jinying QI ; Yue ZHANG ; Yajing CHEN
Chinese Journal of Geriatrics 2021;40(3):311-314
Objective:To investigate the clinical effects of health and safety management in elderly patients receiving gastroenteroscopy under sedation.Methods:From February 2018 to November 2019, 126 elderly patients admitted to the cadre medicine and gerontology department of our hospital to undergo gastroenteroscopy under sedation were included as research subjects.According to the digital random number method, they were divided into the control group and the test group(n=63, each group). The control group was given routine management, while the test group was given routine management plus health and safety management.Clinical effects and safety were analyzed and compared between the two groups.Results:There was no significant difference in scores of the Hamilton anxiety scale(HAMA)and the Hamilton depression scale(HAMD)between the two groups before intervention.After intervention, the scores of HAMA and HAMD were lower in the test group than in the control group[(39.2±3.1)scores vs.(48.6±2.1)scores, (40.1±4.1)scores vs.(52.6±5.5)scores, t=19.926 and 14.463, both P=0.000]. The incidence of postoperative complications was lower in the test group than in the control group(7.94% or 5/63 vs.19.05% or 12/65, χ2=14.209, P=0.002). The differences between maximum and minimum values of heart rate(HR), diastolic blood pressure(DBP), respiratory rate(RR)and systolic blood pressure(SBP)were lower in the test group than in the control group(all P<0.05). The length of the procedure was shorter and the anesthetic dose was lower in the test group than in the control group(9.11±2.56 min vs.13.56±3.05 min, 15.35±2.66 ml vs.21.67±6.15 ml, t=8.870 and 7.486, both P=0.000). Patient satisfaction was higher in the test group than in the control group( χ2=16.383, P=0.014). Conclusions:Health and safety management can improve emotional health, stabilize vital signs and enhance satisfaction in elderly patients undergoing gastroenteroscopy under sedation.
9.Analysis of Bacterial Resistance in a Hospital during 2013 and 2015
Jinying ZHUANG ; Jinwang CHEN ; Liqing GUAN ; Yifang LIAO ; Xuemei XIANG
China Pharmacist 2017;20(8):1423-1425
Objective: To analyze the distribution and drug resistance characteristics of clinical separation germ in a hospital from 2013 to 2015 to provide reference and basis for the prevention and control of nosocomial infection and rational use of antibiotics.Methods: The microbial susceptibility of isolated strains was detected using the conventional methods, and the drug sensitivity was analyzed by BioMerieux ATB 1.22.The drug sensitivity was determined according to CLSI 2014 criteria.Results: A total of 18 421 specimens were isolated during 2013 and 2015, and a total of 3 744 strains were isolated with the total positive rate of 20.32%.The separation and identification of pathogenic bacteria at the top 5 were Escherichia coli (967 strains, 44.34%), Bauman Acinetobacter (323 strains, 14.81%), Klebsiella pneumoniae (312 strains, 14.31%), Staphylococcus aureus (297 strains 13.62%) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (282 strains, 12.92%).Besides the natural resistance of Klebsiella pneumoniae to amoxicillin, the resistance rate of Escherichia coli to piperacillin was over 75%, while the sensitivity rate of Klebsiella pneumoniae to piperacillin and tazobactam was more than 90%.The sensitivity of Acinetobacter baumannii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa to clinical antibiotics was basically below 40%, and the overall resistance level was higher than that of Bauman.MRSA was sensitive to nitrofurantoin, minocycline, quinupristin-Dafoe and leptin glycopeptide antibiotics (such as teicoplanin and vancomycin).Conclusion: The hospital should strengthen the monitoring of bacterial resistance and track the results in a timely manner so as to provide reference for the rational drug use in clinical practice.
10.Characterization of a novel gene R049 in uropathogenic Escherichia coli
Wei ZHANG ; Wenwen SUN ; Xin GE ; Bennan Lü ; Jinying CHEN
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2011;31(8):702-706
Objective To investigate the character and location of a novel gene R049 and its expressed protein in uropathogenic Escherichia coli(UPEC) strain 132 isolated in China. MethodsThe chromosome library of UPEC132 was constructed by a shotgun strategy and the sequence analysis was carried out by a high-throughput pyrophosphate sequencing. Sequence reads were assembled with the Newbler program.The characters of R049-associated specific fragment were analyzed using the bioinformatics methods. Outer and inner membrane proteins of UPEC132 were extracted and then detected by SDS-PAGE and Western blot analysis together with the whole-cell lysates. ResultsThe 169 022 bp contig containing gene R049 was obtained and its sequence was very similar to the chromosome associated sequence of UPEC strain 536. It showed that a 20 773 bp fragment including R049 replaced the pathogenicity island PAI Ⅲ536 of UPEC536 in above 169 022 bp contig. The fragment had a lower GC content (46.97%) and 16 bp direct repeats in two ends. Significantly it also was adjacented to thrW tRNA, insertion element and genes coding integrase. Thus the 20 773 bp fragment was named R049 genome island(R049-GI). There were 25 ORFs in R049-GI, and gene R049 was located in the thirteenth ORF. The results of SDS-PAGE and Western blot revealed gene R049 encoded an outer membrane protein in the size of 47.0× 103. ConclusionGene R049, encoding an outer membrane protein, was a component part of the genome island in UPEC 132 chromosome acquired by horizontal gene transfer.