1.Current state and prospect of dengue prevention and control
China Tropical Medicine 2024;24(1):40-
engue fever is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by dengue virus and transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. Affected by globalization, urbanization, and climate change, the prevalence of dengue fever is expanding globally, and the number of infections is still increasing continuously, making its prevention and control situation increasingly severe. In preventing and controlling dengue fever, the control of vector Aedes mosquitoes remains the most effective method. Aedes mosquito control should take into account the combination of conventional control and emergency control, the overall coordination and complementation of comprehensive environmental control, biological control, chemical control, and other control means, and the adoption of sustainable control strategies and measures in accordance with the local conditions; in addition, scientific research and international cooperation should be strengthened in the monitoring, diagnosis and treatment of dengue infections, and the development of vaccines and specific drugs, to add more effective options for the prevention and control of dengue fever. Currently, the prevention and control of dengue fever still faces many challenges, such as the continued geographical expansion of dengue prevalence, the widespread resistance of Aedes mosquito populations to insecticides, and an increase in severe cases caused by antibody-dependent enhancement. This article reviews the global and domestic dengue epidemic and control situations, as well as future challenges and strategies, providing evidence for dengue fever prevention and control.
2.Fast-track surgery in laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer
Zhiwei JIANG ; Yang BAO ; Lei LIU ; Qiang LENG ; Gang WANG ; Lifei XIE ; Haibo HUANG ; Nin LI
Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition 2009;16(6):335-337
Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of fast track surgery in laparoscopic gastrectomy for gastric cancer. Methods: All patients received elective gastric cancer resection, and were divided into three groups: group Ⅰ (open gastrecomy, n = 30) , group Ⅱ (open gastrecomy with fast track surgery, n = 30) , and group Ⅲ (laparoscopic gastrecomy with fast track surger-y ,n =30) . Clinical data and gut function were assessed in three groups. Results: There were no significant differences in postoperative complication and the number of lymph node harvest between 3 groups. Blood loss was less in group Ⅲ than group Ⅰ and group Ⅱ (P <0.01) ,but its operative time was longer and its cost was more than other two open surgery groups (P < 0. 01). Recovery of bowel function in group Ⅲ was faster,and postoperative hospital stay was shorter than group Ⅰ (P<0.01). However, recovery of bowel function and postoperative hospital stay in group Ⅲ was not different from group Ⅱ (P > 0. 05). Conclusion: Postoperative hospital stay can be shorter and recovery of bowel function can be faster in laparoscopic gastrectomy with fast track surgery plan compared to traditional care group. But when using fast track surgery plan, laparoscopic gastrectomy was not superior to open surgery.
3.Clinical analysis of 46 cases with systemic lupus-associated pancreatitis
Qiang WANG ; Yan LI ; Min SHEN ; Xiaomei LENG ; Xiaofeng ZENG ; Fengchun ZHANG ; Jiaming QIAN
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners 2014;13(9):737-741
Objective To determine the clinical features of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients with pancreatitis.Methods The medical records of 46 patients with pancreatitis among 5 233 SLE patients admitted into Peking Union Medical College Hospital from January 1983 to January 2012 were reviewed for retrospective analyses of clinical manifestations,laboratory tests,radiological findings,treatments and prognosis.Results The prevalence of pancreatitis was 0.88% (46/5 233) in SLE patients.There were 7 males and 39 females with an average age of (33 ± 13) yeats.Acute pancreatitis (n =40) occurred more frequently than chronic pancreatitis (n =6).It appeared mostly in active course of SLE with an involvement of more organs.Hypertriglyceridemia was found in 81.0% (17/21) lupus-associated acute pancreatitis patients.The average level of triglycerides in severe acute pancreatitis was higher than that in mild acute pancreatitis (P =0.023).The mortality rate of lupus-associated acute pancreatitis was 37.5% (15/40).Most patients received high-dose glucocorticoid and immunosuppressants.Acute pancreatitis appeared in only 5 patients during the course of steroids pulse therapy and most symptoms were mild.Concomitant infections were correlated with poor prognosis (P < 0.01).The most common manifestations of lupus-associated chronic pancreatitis were abdominal pain,jaundice and pancreatic enlargement.Autoimmune pancreatitis could be the initial manifestation of lupus.Conclusions Pancreatitis with SLE includes acute and chronic pancreatitis.Among them,acute pancreatitis is more common and severe and it usually occurs in patients with active SLE with a high mortality.Hypertriglyceridemia may induce and aggravate lupus-associated acute pancreatitis.Early aggressive management with high-dose steroids and immunosuppressants is recommended.Concomitant infection is a risk factor of poor prognosis.
4.Comparison of the effectiveness of BG-trap mosquito traps using carbon dioxide versus BG-lure attractants
JIN Shu-qing ; FAN Jian ; CAO Hui ; GAO Qiang ; LENG Pei-en
China Tropical Medicine 2022;22(10):954-
Abstract: Objective To compare the mosquito trapping effect of BG-trap mosquito trap using carbon dioxide versus BG-lure attractant under filed conditions. Methods In August and September 2020, two areas were set with a distance of 100 m. Two sites were set at each area, and one mosquito trap BG trap was set with a distance of 5 m. Each site was set with different flow of CO2 and different amount of BG-lure attractants. The BG-trap mosquito traps on the same area would exchange positions every other day. The mosquitoes captured by each mosquito trap was collected and classified. and the species, sex and number of mosquitoes captured were recorded and counted. Results The densities of Aedes albopictus captured by BG+/CO2-and BG-/CO2+were 14 and 31, and that of Culex pipiens pallens were 2 and 16, respectively. The differences were statistically significant (Aedes albopictus, t=-2.675, P<0.05; Culex pipiens pallens, t=-4.873, P<0.05). With BG-lure attractant, the females of Aedes albopictus and Culex pipiens pallens in the CO2+group were 2.6 (25/9.5) and 12.0 (12 /1) times higher than those in the CO2-group, and the differences were statistically significant (female Aedes albopictus, t=-4.119, P<0.01; female Culex pipiens pallens, t=-4.592, P<0.01), suggesting that the most important attractant to female mosquitoes is CO2. With BG-lure attractant, the male Aedes albopictus in the CO2+ group was 3.0 (12/4) times higher than that in the CO2-group, and the difference was statistically significant (male Aedes albopictus, t=-3.284, P<0.01). Without BG-lure attractant, female Aedes albopictus and female Culex pipiens pallens in the CO2 + group were 1.8 (18 / 10) and 15.5 (15.5/1.0) times higher than those in the CO2-group, and the difference was statistically significant (female Aedes albopictus, t=-2.868, P<0.05; female Culex pipiens pallens, t=-5.259, P<0.05). Without BG-lure attractant, the male Aedes albopictus in the CO2+group was 2.0 (9.0/4.5) times higher than that in the CO2-group, with a statistically significant difference (t=-2.508, P<0.05). With CO2, Aedes albopictus and Culex pipiens pallens in the BG + attractant group were 1.4 (43.5/31) and 0.78 (12.5/16.0) times higher than those in the BG-attractant group, and the differences were not statistically significant (Aedes albopictus, t=-0.943, P>0.05 ; Culex pipiens pallens, t=0.709, P>0.05). Without CO2, Aedes albopictus and Culex pipiens pallens in the BG + attractant group were 1.0 (14/14) and 2.0 (2.0/1.0) times higher than those in the BG + attractant group, and the differences were not statistically significant (Aedes albopictus, t=-0.500, P>0.05; Culex pipiens pallens, t=-1.000, P>0.05). Without BG-lure attractant, the densities of female Aedes albopictus captured by adding 0, 1 and 2 parts of dry ice were 10, 17.5 and 18 respectively, and the difference was statistically significant among the three groups (F=3.942, P<0.05). The densities of female Culex pipiens pallens captured were 1, 13 and 18 respectively, and the difference was statistically significant among the three groups (F=13.881, P<0.05). However, there was no significant difference between the capture of female Aedes albopictus and female Culex pipiens pallens by adding 1 part of dry ice and 2 parts of dry ice (female Aedes albopictus, t=0.112, P>0.05; female Culex pipiens pallens, t=-0.540, P>0.05). Without CO2, 10, 10, 9.5 and 1, 1 and 1.5 female Aedes albopictus and Culex pipiens pallens were captured by adding 0, 1 and 2 portions of BG-lure attractants, respectively. There were no significant differences between the three groups (female Aedes albopictus, F=0.120, P>0.05; female Culex pipiens pallens, F=0.477, P>0.05). Conclusions In the monitoring of BG-trap mosquito trap, the mosquito trapping effect of CO2 is better than that of BG-lure attractant. When the same monitoring effect is obtained, the use of CO2 (100 mL/min) can save the use cost.
5.The clinical application of intra-radiation stenting for the treatment of esophageal carcinoma
Qiang LI ; Shixin CHEN ; Yongchong ZHAO ; Xiao HU ; Yali WANG ; Baoshan LENG ; Yuyun ZHANG ; Zhimin WANG ; Hongxin ZHANG
Journal of Interventional Radiology 2010;19(3):230-232
Objective To discuss the feasibility and curative effect of intra-radiation stenting(125Iparticle stent)for the treatment of advanced esophageal cancers.Methods Fifteen patients with advanced esophageal cancer were enrolled in this study.Under X-ray guidance the esophageal stent,which was tied up with 125I radioactive particles,was orally inserted to the diseased region of the esophagus.The clinical manifestations and imaging findings were observed and the results were analyzed.Results After the operation all the clinical symptoms such as dysphasia showed an obvious improvement.No serious complications such as infection,hemorrhage,radiation pneumonia,etc.Occurred.The re-examination at 3-6 months after the treatment showed that the tumor size Was decreased in a certain degree in 14 patients,and in the remaining one patient the lesion became bigger and grew to the upper opening of the stent,resulting in esophageal restenosis.Conclusion The intra-esophageal implantation of radioactive stent is a feasible and safe treatment for the advanced esophageal cancers with excellent curative results.
6.The impact of fast track surgery on host cell-mediated immunity and inflammatory responses for colorectal cancer patients
Haizhi WANG ; Zhiwei JIANG ; Zhiming WANG ; Yang BAO ; Xingxing LIU ; Qiang LENG ; Gang WANG ; Lifei XIE ; Jieshou LI
Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition 2009;16(4):195-196,200
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of fast track surgery on host cell-mediated immunology and inflammatory responses in colorectal cancer patients.Methods: Sixty colorectal cancer patients were prospectively divided into fast track surgery(FTS)group(n=30)and conventional perioperative care group(n=30).In addition to clinical parameters(recovery of gastrointestinal function,complication rates and postoperative length of stay), the parameters of perioperative cell-mediated immunology function,and the serum level changes of CRP and IL-6 were determined.Results: FTS group was associated with a significantly shorter postoperative hospital stay compared with conventional care group(P<0.05).Serum concentration of CRP and IL-6 in FTS group were lower(P<0.05) than in the conventional care group on postoperative day(POD) 1 and POD 3(P<0.05).CD4/CD8 ratio in FTS group were higher(P<0.05) than in the conventional care group on postoperative day(POD)1 and POD 3(P<0.05).Conclusion: Fast track surgery for colorectal cancer patients can preserve cell-mediated immunity and control inflammatory responses when compared with conventional postoperative care.
7.Optimization of One-step Pelletization Technology of Rouganbao Granules with Orthogonal Test Methodology
Xiao-Hong GUO ; Jing LENG ; Jie LI ; Chong XU ; Qiang RAN ; Yi HUANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2018;25(6):95-98
Objective To optimize the process conditions of one-step pelletization of Rouganbao Granules. Methods The factors influencing the pelletization of Rouganbao Granules were investigated by L9(34)orthogonal test, with the indexes of forming rate and fluidity. Results The spraying speed had the greatest effect on one-step pelletization, followed by atomization pressure and material temperature, and wind temperature had the smallest effect. At last, the best process parameters were relative density 1.15 (60 ℃), spray speed 55 mL/min, atomization pressure 0.25 MPa, wind temperature 75 ℃, material temperature 55 ℃, and critical relative humidity was 63%. Conclusion One-step pelletization technology can improve the preparation level and product quality, which can be used for the industrial production of Rouganbao Granules.
8.A randomized trial on the efficacy and safety of Advagraf vs tacrolimus in prevention of acute liver allograft rejection
Guangming LI ; Shushen ZHENG ; Yongfeng LIU ; Zhijun ZHU ; Qiang XIA ; Jian ZHOU ; Zhiren FU ; Lei HUANG ; Jiye ZHU ; Xisheng LENG
Chinese Journal of Organ Transplantation 2011;32(4):217-220
Objective To evaluate the efficacy and safety of tacrolimus exposure in stable liver transplant recipients converted from FK506 twice a day to Advagraf (tacrolimus extended-release capsules) once daily. Methods This was an open-label, random, control and multi-center study.Eligible patients were 19 to 70 years of age, 6 months post-transplant with stable renal and hepatic function and receiving stable doses of tacrolimus twice a day for 2 weeks prior to enrollment. There were 86 patients in the experimental group and the control group, separately. The average age of experimental group and control group was 46 ± 10 and 49 ± 9, respectively. Patients in experimental group received Advagraf, once daily, and the dose was adjusted according to the drug concentration,and the drug concentration was between 2 to 10 μg/L. The control group given tacrolimus, twice daily, and the drug concentration was between 2 to 10 μg/L. Results The incidence of acute rejection reaction was 1.20 % and 1.18 % respectively in experimental group and control group, and the 95 %confidence interval was -3.25% ~3.31 % and -3.26% ~ 3.34 %, individually. There was 1 case of acute rejection reaction in experimental group and control group, respectively. The patient and organ survival rate was 100%. Sixteen adverse events occurred in 15 patients (17.65 %) of the experimental group, and 10 adverse events occurred in 10 patients (11.63 %) of control group. Severe adverse events relating to the test drug in experimental group occurred in 4 patients (4. 71 %). and 2 patients (2. 33) in control group.Conclision Clinical trials indicated that Advagraf has efficacy and safety profiles similar to those of tacrolimus. The drug is safe and may improve patient compliance.
9.Environmental management and mosquito control
Pei-En LENG ; Qiang GAO ; Hong-Xia LIU
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2016;28(10):687-692
With global warming, mosquitoes and mosquito-borne diseases are spreading rapidly in many regions across the world and producing substantial morbidity and mortality.According to recent studies, mosquito population structure, density and distribution in urban environment are under dynamical changes with continuous urbanization and the consequent environment changes.Surface sewers and under-ground catch basins are becoming major mosquito breeding habitats. Population structure in surface sewers varies with the environment, Aedes albopictus is the dominant species in residential areas.Charac-terized with high population density and mobility, residential areas are easier for mosquito-borne disease spreading, so more attention should be paid to Aedes albopictus control in urban residential areas.Increased underground garages and subway traffic generated new breeding habitats and over wintering sites for mosquitoes in urban environment, control measures should be taken for such environments, since urban underground spaces are always the transit hub of vehicles, which may facilitate the spread of mosquito and its vectored virus, particularly, Culex molestus, Aedes albopictus and Culex tritaeniorhynchus can all be found breeding in underground catch basins.Frequent reports of Culex tritaeniorhynchus breeding in urban surface and underground environment suggest that Culex tritaeniorhynchus is gradually adapted to the new urbanized habitats, which may produce great effect for mosquito population structures in urban environment.Breeding habitats management is the most effective measures for mosquito control, qualified mosquito surveillance can help understand the fluctuation of mosquito species and provide timely warning, at the same time, regular risk assessment for mosquito-borne disease is essential for disease control and prevention.
10.The changes in the tumor necrosis factor alpha, interleukin-6 and interleukin-8 levels in the lymph and of the dynamics of the lymphokines during shock stage of rats with major burns.
Hu XIAO ; De-chang WANG ; Xiang-feng LENG ; Yong-qiang FENG ; Ran HUO
Chinese Journal of Burns 2005;21(2):132-134
OBJECTIVETo study the dynamic changes in the lymphokines and the changes in tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-8 (IL-8) levels in the lymph during shock stage of rats with major burns.
METHODSForty-two male adult Wistar rats were randomly divided into burn resuscitation group (A, n = 18), burn non-resuscitation (B, n = 18) and the control (C, n = 6) groups. The TNF-alpha, IL-6 and IL-8 levels in the lymph were determined with radioimmunoassay at 6, 24, 48 postburn hours (PBH). The lymphokines in the mesenteric lymphatic vessels was observed at 6, 24 and 48 PBH with inverted microscopy and digital image processing, and the contraction frequency of the lymphatic was calculated. The lymph was collected by cannulation of the chylous cistern, and its speed of flow was calculated.
RESULTSThe lymphatic contents of TNF-alpha and IL-6 in both A and B groups began to increase at 6PBH, reaching the peak values at 24 PBH (TNF-alpha in A and B groups were 1.61 +/- 0.27 ug/L and 1.86 +/- 0.34 ug/L, respectively; IL-6 in A and B groups were 398 +/- 67 ng/L and 572 +/- 97 ng/L, respectively), and they were significantly higher than those in C group at each time points (P < 0.01), meanwhile there was also obvious difference in them between A and B groups (P < 0.01). The lymphatic contents of IL-8 in A and B groups began to increase at 24 PBH, and continued to increase till 48PBH (540.29 +/- 0.32 ng/L in A group, 863.48 +/- 105.16 ng/L in B group), which were evidently higher than those in C group (P < 0.01). There was significant difference in IL-8 contents between A and B groups (P < 0.01). The contraction frequency of the mesenteric lymphatic vessels in A and B groups were decreased, especially so at 24 PBH (P < 0.01). The speed of lymphatic flow in A and B groups was increased at each time points (P < 0.01). The central chylous vessels in the villi of the small intestine were extremely dilated as seen under microscope.
CONCLUSIONAfter burn injury, the lymphatic vessels dilated, with its motility decreased and speed of flow increased, and the contents of TNF-alpha, IL-6 and IL-8 in lymph were increased during the shock stage of burn rats. Fluid resuscitation could improve the lymph circulation.
Animals ; Burns ; metabolism ; physiopathology ; Disease Models, Animal ; Interleukin-6 ; metabolism ; Interleukin-8 ; metabolism ; Lymph ; metabolism ; physiology ; Male ; Rats ; Rats, Wistar ; Shock, Traumatic ; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha ; metabolism