1.Free carnitine levels in peripheral blood of healthy pregnant women in third trimester and their relationship with maternal and fetal cardiac function and structure
Wenhong DING ; Gang CUI ; Xiang DING ; Meng FU ; Lihong WANG ; Jinrong SONG ; Wen SHANGGUAN ; Ling HAN
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2021;24(2):97-104
Objective:To investigate the levels of periphreal blood free carnitine and amino acids in healthy pregnant women in the third trimester and their association with maternal, fetal, and neonatal cardiac function and structure.Methods:This prospective descriptive study included healthy singleton pregnancies who underwent routine obstetric examination and delivered in two district maternal and child health hospitals (one in the urban and one in the suburb an area) in Beijing from June 2017 to February 2018. All recruiters had serology Down's syndrome screening test at (18±1) gestational weeks. Besides measurement of amino acids and free carnitine levels in whole blood and urine samples by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry, all cases underwent maternal and fetal echocardiography at (35±1) weeks of gestation. And neonatal echocardiography was performed after delivery to assess the heart function and structure. Antenatal factors were also collected, including maternal education background, age at first marriage and conception, gravidity, and folic acid supplement in early pregnancy. Statistical analysis was performed using t-test, ANOVA, Chi-square test, Pearson correlation coefficient, and Kappa test. Results:A total of 493 mother-neonate dyads were enrolled in this study. Blood free carnitine levels in the healthy pregnant women in the third trimester ranged from 5.09 to 59.17 μmol/L (reference value: 10.00-50.00 μmol/L) with an average value of (13.03±3.87) μmol/L. None was found with structural abnormalities by cardiac ultrasound, showing an average left ventricular end diastolic diameter (LVEDD) and end systolic diameter (LVESD) of (45.70±3.08) mm and (29.17±3.12) mm, respectively, and left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) of all cases were over 55%. No cardiac malformation was detected by the third-trimester fetal echocardiography. The average birth weight of the 493 newborns was (3 340±313) g. Those whose birth weight <2 500 g and >4 000 g were accounted for 1.0% (5 cases) and 3.0% (15 cases) with the average maternal blood free carnitine level of (13.25±2.17) μmol/L (10.46-19.21 μmol/L) and (12.64±2.50) μmol/L (8.78-17.73 μmol/L) ( t=0.42, P>0.05). The average LVEDD and LVESD of the 493 newborns were (17.21±1.27) mm and (11.03±1.30) mm, respectively. For the 64 newborns (13.0%) whose LVEF<60%, the maternal blood free carnitine level was (12.93±2.78) μmol/L (7.34-22.13 μmol/L), showing no statistical difference ( t=-0.29, P>0.05) with those 59 neonates (12.0%) whose LVEF over 75% and maternal carnitine level of (13.09±3.24) μmol/L (8.66-27.49 μmol/L). All cases were divided into four groups based on the quartiles of maternal blood free carnitine level and no significant difference in maternal or neonatal LVEDD or LVEF was observed among these groups (all P>0.05). Conclusions:Blood free carnitine concentration in healthy pregnant women in the third trimester is at the lower limit of normal range, and no significant effect on maternal cardiac function and fetal cardiac structure is seen. However, the effect of low maternal carnitine level in the third trimester on children's myocardial function and whether carnitine should be supplemented in the third trimester are worthy of further investigation with larger sample size.
2.Histology study on the dorsal root ganglia of rats with 125I seed brachytherapy at intervertebral foramen
Wenyi ZHANG ; Huixing WANG ; Yanqiu DING ; Ximei QU ; Liqin WANG ; Zhongchao LIU ; Songye CUI ; Ling JIAO
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2012;32(3):259-262
Objective To investigate the effect of the histological changes on rat dorsal root ganglia (DRG) after 125I seed brachytherapy.Methods Twelve adult male Sprague-Dawley rats ( 150-180g each) were randomly divided into 6 groups,125I seeds with different activities of 0 (Titanium shell),14.8,18.5,22.2,25.9 and 29.6 MBq were implanted to 6 groups of rats respectively and the behavioral changes of rats were observed.The rats were killed in different periods after implantation,the morphological changes in DRG and surrounding muscle tissue were observed with an Olympus BX51 optical microscope and then the irradiation doses were estimated.Results After 125I seed implantation,the movement function of rats was not affected and the weight of rats gained after 7 days.After the titanium shell implantation,very few mild swelling was induced in neuroganglion cells that still had clear nucleolus and normal cytoplasm.At 14 days after 18.5 MBq seed implantation,cell swelling was more serious and cell dehydrating,nuclear condensation and nuclear fragmentation appeared after 30 days.At 60 days after 29.6 MBq of seed implantation,nuclear dissolution and cytoplasmic shrinkage were induced in a large number of cells.In general,the severity of fibrosis was aggravated with the time post-irradiation and the dose in the muscles around the ganglion.Conclusions After 125I seed implantation,the injury degree of DRG tissue is dose-dependent,and the 125I seed irradiation would have analgesic effect on releasing intractable pain.
3.Clinical Features and Treatment of Human Parvovirus B_(19) Infection Associated Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
yu-hong, CAO ; guang-yun, ZHANG ; guo-cheng, ZHANG ; xin-wei, YANG ; cui-ling, DING
Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2004;0(09):-
0.05),but the latter was superior to the former in extinction of exanthem.4.B_(19)-DNA clearance of hormone group was 25.0%,that of gamma globulin group was 81.82%,and there was significant difference between 2 groups(P
4.Detection of Serum S-100? in Children with Acute Carbon Monoxide Poisoning and Its Clinical Significance
yu-hong, CAO ; guang-yun, ZHANG ; guo-cheng, ZHANG ; cui-ling, DING ; ru-ying, LI
Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2006;0(18):-
Objective To explore the changes serum S-100? in children with acute carbon monoxide poisoning and its clinical significance.Methods The levels of serum S-100? of 28 children with acute carbon monoxide poisoning and those of 20 healthy children were mea-sured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.Results The serum S-100? levels of the study group and control group were(0.517?0.346)and(0.037?0.014)?g/L respectively,there was significant difference between two groups(t=6.197 P
5. Bat-related coronavirus
Academic Journal of Second Military Medical University 2020;41(9):935-940
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Dec. 2019 sounded another alarm for humanbeing, with the first being the outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) in 2003. Researchers found that the natural host of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the pathogen of COVID-19, may be the Rhinolophus sinicus. There have been four outbreaks of coronaviruses (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus [SARS-CoV], Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus [MERS-CoV], swine acute diarrhea syndrome coronavirus [SADS-CoV] and SARS-CoV-2) worldwide since the beginning of 21st century, and they have caused huge threats and losses to human health, public health, economic development, and social stability. A large amount of evidence suggests that the natural host of all these four coronaviruses may be bats. This article reviews the species and global geographic distribution of bat-related coronaviruses, and the above-metioned four coronaviruses causing severe outbreaks.
6.Epidemiological characteristics of natural focus and vector borne infectious diseases in Zibo City Shandong Province between 2004 and 2015
Ling WANG ; Ping WANG ; Tao WANG ; Ling ZHANG ; Shuxia YANG ; Feng CUI ; Zhiqiang WANG ; Wenji ZHAI ; Xianjun WANG ; Shujun DING
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2017;36(6):428-433
Objective To analyze the incidence trends and epidemiological characteristics of natural focus and vector borne infectious diseases in Zibo City between 2004 and 2015,and to provide evidence for control and prevention of the diseases.Method Surveillance data of natural focus and vector borne infectious diseases in Zibo City between 2004 and 2015 from the National Disease Reporting Information System were analyzed via descriptive epidemiological methods.Results A total of 10 natural foci and vector borne infectious diseases and 3 287 cases including 55 death cases were reported in Zibo City from 2004 to 2015.The average annual incidence was 6.24/100 000 and the case fatality rate was 1.67% (55/3 287).The incidence rate increased in recent years after the lowest rate in 2009 (2.83/100 000),and the rate in 2015 was 8.83/100 000.The top three diseases with higher incidence were hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (3.44/100 000),brucellosis (1.48/100 000) and tsutsugamushi fever (0.53/100 000).The top three high-prevalence areas with higher incidence were Yiyuan County (13.22/100 000),Zichuan District (9.73/100 000) and Boshan District (6.13/100 000).The cases mainly occurred from March to May and September,October,which accounting for 27.47% (903/3 287) and 24.64% (810/3 287),respectively of the total.The 40-59 year-oldage group was the highest,accounting for 48.13% (1 582/3 287)of the total.And 75.48% (2 481/3 287) of reported cases were farmers.Conclusions The overall incidence of the natural focus and vector borne infectious diseases in Zibo City has a annual increasing trend in recent years,while the incidence of brucellosis and tsutsugamushi fever have continued to rise since 2004.These diseases have showed a significant seasonal distribution and population distribution.It is necessary to conduct targeted prevention and control strategies.
7.Preparation of influenza A (H1N1) split-virus vaccine and preliminary clinical trail
Jinfeng ZHANG ; Yufen GUO ; Yunkai YANG ; Chenglin XU ; Haiping CHEN ; Wei KE ; Jin ZHANG ; Meili CHEN ; Ling DING ; Chunming DONG ; Fu LI ; Wenxuan ZHANG ; Hui WANG ; Xuanlin CUI
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2010;30(1):36-40
Objective To prepare an influenza A(H1N1) split-virus vaccine and observe its safe-ty and effectiveness. Methods According to the process for preparing seasonal flu split-virus vaccine two batches of vaccine were prepared with the flu A (H1N1) vaccine virus strain recommended by WHO. The pilot products were tested against the requirements of flu split-virus vaccine. Results The quality of the pi-lot vaccine has been tested by National Control Laboratory and conformed to the requirements. Nine hundred and sixty volunteers received one dose of vaccine containing either 15 μg or 30 μg of hemagglutinin. The re-suits indicated the both seroconversion rate and protection rate were higher the 70%. The GMT of HIAb of the volunteers who received 1 dose of 15 μg increased significantly by 15, 39, 37 and 25 times compared to those before vaccination in the age groups of 3-11, 12-17, 18-59 and ≥60, respectively. And 26, 72, 68 and 36 times rise were found in the postvaccinated volunteers of 30 μg group. The total adverse reaction rates of 15 μg and 30 μg dose group were 29.38% and 43.75%, respectively. The grade 2 adverse reaction rates of 15 μg and 30 μg dose group were 6.25% and 15.42%, and the grade 3 adverse reaction rates of 15 μg and 30 μg dose group were 0.83% and 1.46%, respectively. No serious adverse reactions were found. Conclusion The influenza A (H1N1) split-virus vaccine prepared according to the requirements of season-al flu vaccine is safe and effective.
8.Effect of opening point method of ziwu liuzhu on myocardial ischemia in the patient of stroke.
Zun-Hui GUAN ; Rong YI ; Jian YE ; Li-Ling DING ; Xiao-Yun ZHU ; Cui-Ping GUO
Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion 2005;25(11):823-824
OBJECTIVETo observe effect of opening point method of ziwu liuzhu on myocardial ischemia in the patient of stroke.
METHODSThirty cases of stroke with myocardial ischemia were treated with opening acupoint according to time of the combination of reinforcing mother point and reducing son point of the heart channel in nazi method of ziwu liuzhu, and 30 cases in the control group were treated with acupuncture at Guangming (GB 37). Changes of electrocardiogram before and after treatment were recorded.
RESULTSST-T segment raised significantly 30 min after treatment with ziwu liuzhu needling method as compared with the control group (P < 0.05), the treatment group being better than the control group.
CONCLUSIONExcessive and deficient changes of the qi and blood in the meridians and collaterals are correlated with time rhythm, and ziwu liuzhu needling method can increase clinical therapeutic effect.
Acupuncture Points ; Acupuncture Therapy ; Humans ; Meridians ; Myocardial Ischemia ; Stroke ; therapy
9.Study on Ancient Books of Medication Nursing for Pectoral Stuffiness Pain Based on the Theory of Syndrome Factors
Chunhua ZHANG ; Chunguang YU ; Huixin DING ; Peiyao LI ; Ling WANG ; Wenwen ZHAO ; Kaiyue CUI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2020;36(16):1240-1244
Objective:Through the analysis of the ancient books for pectoral stuffiness pain, to explore the relevant Chinese herbal medicine prescriptions, the main syndrome factors corresponding to the prescriptions and the content of medication nursing.Methods:We used the database of Chinese Medical Code (5th Edition) as the data source, and established a database, extracted relevant contents. In the end we carried out statistical analysis and discussion.Results:Four main syndrome factors were extracted from the 102 kinds of prescriptions, which were cold coagulation, qi stagnation, blood stasis and turbid phlegm. The corresponding medication nursing measures mainly contained five aspects, including the temperature, time, frequency, solution of taking medicine and medication taboo. Among them, the temperature of taking medicine was mainly warm and hot; the time of taking medicine was mainly before eating, after eating, empty stomach, before breakfast, at noon, Before sleep and regardless of the time; the frequency of taking medicine was mainly two times a day, three times a day, three times a day and once a night; the solution of taking medicine was mainly wine, porridge, ginger decoction, orange peel decoction, Chen-pi decoction, vinegar decoction and so on; the medication taboo was mainly onions, pork, cold, cabbage, mutton and so on.Conclusion:The study of medication nursing for pectoral stuffiness pain based on the theory of syndrome factors is beneficial to promote the theoretical and clinical research for the disease. It can promote the standardization of medication nursing, improve the nursing staff's ability of syndrome differentiation nursing, and provide a reference for clinical medication nursing of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
10.Analysis of research hotspot of syndrome differentiation nursing of pectoral stuffiness pain (coronary disease)based on CiteSpace software
Chunhua ZHANG ; Chunguang YU ; Huixin DING ; Peiyao LI ; Ling WANG ; Wenwen ZHAO ; Kaiyue CUI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2020;36(22):1754-1759
Objective:To understand the research status and research hotspots of syndrome differentiation nursing of pectoral stuffiness pain(coronary disease), analyze its existing problems, and provide reference for the development of related research in the future.Methods:The China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI) database was used as a data source to search for relevant literatures. We analyzed the authors, institutions and keywords with CiteSpace 5.3.R8 software, and drew the distribution map of the number of literature published by the related authors and institutions with GraphPad Prism 6.07 software.Results:A total of 356 articles were included in the study. The research power in the field of syndrome differentiation nursing of pectoral stuffiness pain(coronary disease) was mainly concentrated in the Affiliated Hospital of Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The researchers were mainly Lin Xiaoli and Yang Yuzhu. After clustering 58 keywords, 6 research hotspots of syndrome differentiation nursing for pectoral stuffiness pain(coronary disease) were discovered: importance of emotional nursing; exploration of different nursing forms; study of prognostic significance; embodiment of clinical application value; syndrome differentiation nursing of integrating Chinese and Western medicine; application of characteristic nursing technology of Traditional Chinese Medicine.Conclusions:Among the six research hotspots, the emotional nursing, syndrome differentiation nursing of integrating Chinese and Western medicine and application of characteristic nursing technology of Traditional Chinese Medicine are the research hotspots in recent years(2011-2018). In addition, in order to promote the progress and development of this field, it is necessary to strengthen cooperation and exchanges between authors and institutions, and conduct more in-depth research on the basis of existing research, constantly explore new research directions, and further improve the system of syndrome differentiation nursing.