1.Study on the approach of promoting service trade of traditional Chinese medicine into Sri Lanka
Yichen HUANG ; Chengyu WANG ; Xinyang SONG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2019;41(1):5-7
Sri Lanka and China enjoy profound traditional friendship and active bilateral friendly cooperation. With the deepening of bilateral FTA negotiations, service trade of traditional Chinese enters into Sri Lanka is also promising. Though the current policy and law exists insufficiency, leveraging the FTA negotiations, TCM-Center binding Confucius Institute, providing TCM features and developing tour routes of medical tourism can help to push service trade of traditional Chinese medicine into Sri Lanka. The development of overseas Chinese medicine health services is not only benefit to the local, but also contribute to the new pattern of Chinese economic reformation.
2.Urothroplasty by using the mucosa of diverticulum secondary to recurrence of urethral stricture
Yiqing LYU ; Hua XIE ; Ling YU ; Yichen HUANG ; Xiaoxi LI ; Fang CHEN
Chinese Journal of Urology 2015;36(5):361-364
Objective To assess the efficacy of urethroplasty by using the mucosa of diverticulum as the distal urethral for the recurrence of urethral stricture.Methods We reviewed our experience about 6 cases from Jan.2007 to Oct.2012,including 5 hypospadias and 1 epispadias.The mean age of the patients was 28 ± 16 (12-45)month,range 12 to 45 months.The patients presenting urethral diverticulum should last for 6 months after urethroplasty,which should last for 6 months.The preoperative mean urinary flow rate was 5.1 ± 1.4 (range 3.1 to 7.3) ml/s.All the patients took the retrograde urethrography and cystoscopy to confirm the position and length of urethrostenosis.The positions of urethrostenosis were at the penis coronary in 5 cases and glans penis in 1 case.The mean length of stricture was 13.3 ±4.2(range 8.8 to 20.5) mm.The mean length of diverticulum was 37.5 ± 15.3 (range 21.8 to 55.2) mm.All patients received the urethral reconstruction by using the pedicel diverticulum mucosa.After resecting the stenosis urethra and exposed the whole diverticulum,we opened the diverticulum laterally and halved it.One was used for tabularized urethroplasty in situ,the other was flipped to the distal urethral as pedicel flap to remedy the defect of the urethral.Results Totally 6 cases received the procedure.The mean operating time was 133 ± 48 (range 84 to 192) min.Postoperatively,urethral catheter was remained 2 weeks.All the patients can urinate smoothly after removing the catheter.The postoperative mean urinary flow rate was 10o 9 ± 3.3 (range 6.3 to 15.9) ml/s.The mean follow-up time was 2.2 yrs(range 1 to 4 years).At the end point of follow-up,all patients had not experienced a recurrent diverticulum or stricture at the anastomotic site.Urethrocutaneous fistula in the coronary glan was reported in 2 patients,which were finally cured after 2nd repair.No complication was found in other 4 patients.Conclusions Urethroplasty by flipping the mucosa of diverticulum takes full advantage of urinary mucosa that already existing,which can be very useful in those patients who are lack of foreskin.This approach can also reduce the patient's pain by completing the urethroplasty in situ and avoiding staging operation.But up till now,it can only be applied to the urethral diverticulum secondary to urethrostenosis.It also demands flip flap skilled.And the long-term effects and complications still remain to be seen.
3.Forefoot reconstruction in application of the reverse dorsal metatarsal artery perforator flap: 43 cases report
Haoran SUN ; Dongxu HUANG ; Yichen DOU ; Laijin LU ; Tao WANG ; Jingyan REN ; Xueyuan JIA
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2017;40(3):234-236
Objective To discuss the clinical application of reverse dorsal metatarsal artery perforator flap for reconstruction of forefoot soft tissue defects.Methods Since January,2008 to March,2016,43 patients with forefoot soft tissue defect due to various causes were reconstructed with the flap based on dorsal metatarsal artery perforator.Dorsal pedis was used as a donor site with dorsal metatarsal artery perforator as the donor artery.The flap size varied from 2.0 cm × 4.0 cm to 6.0 cm × 8.0 cm.Among them,27,8,4 and 4 cases were reconstructed with flap based on first,second,third and fourth dorsal metatarsal artery perforator flap respectively.Results All the patients were followed-up which ranged from 3 months to 24 months.Six flaps suffered from post operative venous congestion.Out of 6,4 survived with early emergency management while the remaining 2 suffered epidermal necrosis which survived with regular dressing change.Eventually,all the flaps survived.They had good texture and they were elastic,good-looking and very wear-resisting.Walking function was normal.Conclusion Reverse dorsal metatarsal artery perforator flap is an ideal choice in reconstruction of small to medium sized soft tissue defects of forefoot.
4.Docetaxel-loaded nanoformulation based on star-shaped M-PLGA for cervical cancer therapy
Yichen DONG ; Xiaowei ZENG ; Wei TAO ; Yongfeng GAO ; Lin MEI ; Laiqiang HUANG
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2014;37(1):1-5,后插1
Objective Mannitol-poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) (M-PLGA),a star-shaped biodegradable polymer,was synthesized with the intent in this research,to provide novel nanoformulation for cervical cancer chemotherapy.Methods The novel star-shaped copolymer was prepared by ring-opening polymerization,and characterized by NMR.The docetaxel-loaded M-PLGA nanoparticles,prepared by modified nano-precipitation method,were observed to be near-spherical shape with narrow size distribution.Results The CLSM results showed the uptake level of M-PLGA NPs was higher than PLGA NPs in Hela cells.A significantly higher level of cytotoxicity was achieved by docetaxel-loaded M-PLGA NPs than that of commercial Taxotere and docetaxel-loaded PLGA NPs,indicating that the star-shaped biodegradable polymer M-PLGA could be superior to the linear polymer PLGA as a drug carrier.The study on drug loading and encapsulation efficiency also proved that star-shaped M-PLGA could carry higher level of drug than linear polymer,therefore could be more efficient for cancer treatment.Conclusions In conclusion,the star-shaped M-PLGA copolymer may be used as a potential and promising drug-loaded biomaterial applied in developing novel nanoformulations for cervical cancer therapy.
5.Preliminary results of robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty in children
Yiqing LYU ; Hua XIE ; Yichen HUANG ; Chuanliang XU ; Ling YU ; Xiaoxi LI ; Yan CHEN ; Zhi DING ; Ganggang YANG ; Li SUN ; Huizhen SUN ; Fang CHEN ; Yinghao SUN
Chinese Journal of Urology 2015;(10):721-725
Objective To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty in children .Methods A retrospective study was performed in patients who underwent robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty ( Anderson-Hynes ) at our institution between January 2014 to August 2014.Totally 6 boys were diagnosed as left ureteropelvic junction obstruction depending on the symptoms and radiographic studies .The mean age was 9 years ( range 4 -12 years ) .Results The procedure was performed successfully without conversion to open surgery in all of the cases .Mean operative time was 216 min (range 175-269 min), with a mean robotic anastomosis time of 45 min (range 30-60 min).Mean estimated blood loss was less than 15 ml.The mean hospitalization was 4.5 days.Mean follow-up period was 10 months ( range 7 -14 months ) .There were no perioperative complications , and recovery was uncomplicated (without recurrence, pyelonephritis, nephrarctia) in all of the patients.Conclusion Robotic-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty can be safely performed in children older than 4-year-old with ureteropelvic junction obstruction .
6.Live cell fluorescent imaging and cytotoxicity assessment of pH fluorescent probe based on styrylcyanine dyes.
Lixia HUANG ; Xiang LIU ; Danting CUI ; Yikai XU ; Wenwei YOU ; Yichen YAN ; Xinwei LU ; Ruiyuan LIU
Journal of Southern Medical University 2014;34(11):1642-1645
OBJECTIVETo prepare a pH fluorescence probe based on styrylcyanine dyes for live cell imaging.
METHODSThe Probe 1 was prepared by reaction of 4-pyridinecarboxaldehyde with 1,1,2-trimethylbenz[e]indole. The influence of pH on the fluorescent properties was examined, and the cell viability was examined using cell counting kit-8. The Probe 1 was used as a pH fluorescence probe in living cell.
RESULTSProbe 1 emitted green fluorescence under neutral and basic conditions but orange fluorescence under acid condition. Probe 1 selectively stained the cytoplasmic regions of living cells without significantly affecting the cell viability.
CONCLUSIONThe pH-sensitive fluorescent probe prepared based on styrylcyanine possesses good ability of cell membrane permeation for live cell fluorescent imaging.
Cells, Cultured ; Fluorescence ; Fluorescent Dyes ; Hydrogen-Ion Concentration ; Optical Imaging
7.Current situation and strategies on the development of traditional Chinese medicine service trade in Spain
Yichen HUANG ; Qin SHAO ; Xinyang SONG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2020;42(4):312-315
There is a long exchanges history between China and Spain. The acceptance of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and acupuncture therapy in Spain is increasing in recent years. However, the legal status of TCM has not yet been recognized by the Spanish government, who has a wait-and-see attitude towards acupuncture. The prospects of TCM and acupuncture are still unclear. We could try to gradually permeate TCM and Acupunction into Spain Health System by taking Chinese medicine insurance as a breakthrough, building Chinese medicine knowledge platform and optimizing overseas mergers and acquisitions so as to promote traditional Chinese medicine into the mainstream of Spain.
8.A comparative study of lumen-apposing metal stent and plastic stent for the treatment of pancreatic walled-off necrosis
Yichen QU ; Haitao HUANG ; Hangbin JIN ; Qifeng LOU ; Xiaofeng ZHANG ; Jianfeng YANG
Chinese Journal of Digestive Endoscopy 2022;39(8):635-640
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of lumen-apposing metal stent (LAMS) for the treatment of pancreatic walled-off necrosis (WON).Methods:A retrospective cohort study was performed on data of 43 consecutive patients with pancreatic WON who underwent endoscopic ultrasound-guided drainage by LAMS or plastic stents (PS) in Hangzhou First People's Hospital from December 2010 to June 2020. According to the type of stent used, the patients were divided into the LAMS group ( n=16) and the PS group ( n=27). The technical success rate, the clinical success rate, the operation time, the session of endoscopic necrosectomy, the stent insertion time and adverse events were compared between the two groups. Results:All 43 patients were successfully stented, indicating a technical success rate of 100% in both groups. For the LAMS group, the clinical success rate, the operation time, the session of endoscopic necrosectomy, the stent insertion time and overall incidence of adverse events were 75.0% (12/16), 26.0 (19.1, 39.8) min, 0.5 (0, 2.0) times, (41.3±28.4) days, and 43.7% (7/16), respectively, whereas these indices of the PS group were 37.0% (10/27) ( χ2=5.795, P=0.016), 31.0 (26.0, 48.0) min ( Z=1.221, P=0.222), 0 (0, 0) times ( Z=2.245, P=0.025), (176.1±99.1) days ( t=5.187, P<0.001) and 14.8% (4/27) ( χ2=8.893, P=0.064), respectively. Conclusion:LAMS placement is safe and effective for the treatment of pancreatic WON with a higher clinical success rate compared with PS. However, it requires more endoscopic intervention.
9.The clinical charactaristics analysis of the acute symptomatic ureteropelvic junction obstruction in children
Yaping WANG ; Hua XIE ; Ling YU ; Xiaoxi LI ; Li SUN ; Yiqing LYU ; Yichen HUANG ; Yan CHEN ; Yan LIANG ; Fang CHEN
Chinese Journal of Urology 2017;38(11):862-865
Objective To analyze the clinical charactaristics of acute symptomatic the ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) in children,who present abdominal pain as the primary symptom.Methods Retrospective analysis was performed in children of UPJO,who claimed abdominal pain as the primary symptom in our hospital from January 2009 to December 2016.Totally 48 cases were included.40 boys,8 girls.38 cases were dignosed as left UPJO,the others were right.The mean age was 7.2y (range 2.0-15.6y).Most patients are school age children.Renal ultrasonography was repeated to record the changes from the symptomatic to the asymptomatic stage.Diuretic renogram examination (ECT) was used to confirm UPJO and assess DRF(differential renal function)in all patients.Results 30 cases (62.5%) presented sole abdominal pain,while the other 18 cases (37.5%) had combined symptoms,such as nausea and vomiting,and hematuria.9 cases (20.5%) had abdominal pain only once,while the other 39 (79.5%) cases had recurrent abdominal pain.All cases showed significant differences in renal pelvis dilation and renal parenchyma thickness between the period of occurrence of abdominal pain[(35.5 ± 17.1) mm,(7.2 ± 4.9) mm] and normal condition [(23.4 ± 18.4) mm,(8.9-± 5.6) mm] (P < 0.05).All patients underwent preoperative ECT,and DRF were ≥40% in 31 cases (64.6%) and <40% in 17 cases (35.4%).48 cases underwent unilateral dismembered pyeloplasty.48 cases underwent unilateral dismembered pyeloplasty.During the operation,sole ureteropelvic junction stenosis were diagnosed in 28 cases,aberrant vascular compression in 9 cases,polyps in 6 cases,high ureteral insertion in 2 cases,and multi-factors in 3 cases.The average DRF caused by aberrant vascular compression or polyps was > 40%.All patients were followed up for 45.6 months,no abdominal pain was ever reported.Conclusions Acute symptomatic UPJO in children is more common in school-age children.The abdominal pain is intermittent,recurrent.It may happen with other symptoms.There is a significant increase in renal pelvis dilation and a decrease in renal parenchyma thickness on ultrasonography when the abdominal pain occures.US performed during the onset of abdominal pain and non-abdominal pain is an important method for the diagnosis of acute symptomatic UPJO in children.
10.Efficacy and safety of modified chitosan eye drops in the treatment of Candida albicanskeratitis in rabbits
Ruibo YANG ; Yichen GAO ; Meng ZHU ; Zhongwei NIU ; Chen ZHANG ; Hui LIU ; Yue HUANG ; Yunhua GAO ; Shaozhen ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Ophthalmology 2020;38(3):169-174
Objective:To evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of modified chitosan eye drops on rabbit Candida albicans keratitis model.Methods:Ten healthy female New Zealand rabbits were used to establish the superficial Candida albicans keratitis model by the corneal surface lens method in the right eye.Slit lamp microscopy and corneal scraping and microscopic examination were performed to preliminarily determine whether the keratitis model has been successfully established, the rabbits were then randomly divided into a model group and a modified chitosan group by the random number table method.The successfully established rabbit models which were determined by fungal culture results were retained.Five normal rabbits receiving no intervention served as a normal control group.The experimental eyes in the normal control and modified chitosan groups were treated with modified chitosan eye drops, Six times a day for one week, and subsequently four times a day for one week.No treatment was administered to the model group.The changes of corneal lesions and ocular surfaces were examined by slit lamp microscopy every day.At 1, 7, 14, 21 and 28 days after modeling, the eye condition and corneal clinical scores was assessed by slit lamp microscopy.The corneal conditions in each group was observed for two weeks after drug withdrawal.Results:The corneal scraping and microscopic examination results of eight rabbits models showed that the fungal hyphae and spores were positive.The fungal culture results showed that the separated pathogen was Candida albicans.The success rate of modeling was 80%(8/10). The clinical scores in the model group at 7, 14 and 21 days after modeling were 14.50±0.58, 6.25±0.50 and 2.50±0.58, respectively, and were significantly higher than 7.25±1.26, 2.75±0.50 and 1.25±0.50 in the modified chitosan group (all at P<0.05). In the model group, corneal edema was significantly aggravated, and the central white ulcer area was enlarged within seven days after modeling.Between 7 and 28 days after modeling, the corneal ulcer was gradually healed, while the central corneal scar and neovascularization were remained.The average healing time was (24.5±2.6)days.In the modified chitosan group, the corneal infiltration was significantly alleviated within seven days after modeling, and the fungal hyphae and spores of corneal scraping were negative on the 14th day after modeling.The average healing time in the modified chitosan group was (13.5±1.3)days, which was significantly shorter than that in the the model group (P<0.01). No recurrence of keratitis was observed in the modified chitosan group after two weeks of drug withdrawal.The cure rate was 100%.In the normal control group, the conjunctival hyperemia, corneal edema, and lesions were not observed during topical administration.Conclusion:The treatment with modified chitosan eye drop is effective in a rabbit superficial Candida albicans keratitis model, and have no obvious toxic effects on ocular tissues.