1.Clinical application of interferon gamma release assays for diagnosis of latent tuberculosis infection in children
Journal of Clinical Pediatrics 2010;(2):116-119
Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is defined as a patient is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, without signs and symptoms or radiographic evidence of tuberculosis (TB). Until recently, the only test to identify latent tuberculosis infection was the tuberculin skin test (TST). But in BCG-vaceinated or non-mycobacterium tuberculosis infected individuals TST may be false positive and some babies or immunocompromised individuals have negative results on TST even they were proved to be with TB disease. So it is in need of a new method with higher sensitivity and specificity to diagnose LTBi. More recently, a new diagnostic method of interferon gamma release assays (IGRA) was paid close attention, and in some countries it replaced TST and became the final diagnostic method of LTBI. IGRA has high specificity for Mycobacterium tuberculosis without being influenced by BCG vaccinated or non-mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. In people with normal immune systems, the sensitivity of IGRA is same as TST for TB disease, and in immunocompromised individuals the sensitivity of IGRA is higher than TST. IGRA will have important application in diagnosis of LTBI although it cannot absolutely take the place of TST.
2.CHANGES IN T CELL SUBSETS OF MICE AFTER ACUTE IRRADIATION INJURY
Lian ZHAO ; Bo DONG ; Guoli XIONG
Medical Journal of Chinese People's Liberation Army 1981;0(04):-
In order to evaluate the changes in T cell subsets after acute irradiation injury, and investigate the mechanism of deficiency of cellular immunity in acute irradiation syndrome, Balb/c mice were exposed to a single total body irradiation of 5Gy gamma rays from a 60 Co source. On days 10, 28 and 120, the amounts of CD4 + and CD8 + subsets in spleen cells were evaluated by flow cytometry (FCM), and expression of IL 4 gene in ConA stimulated spleen cells was evaluated by reverse transcription linked polymerase chain reaction, in which ?-actin gene was used as an internal control. It was found that after irradiation, the ratio of CD4 + /CD8 + became significantly higher than that of the controls, and then the ratio lowered gradually until day 120. However, it still did not return to the level of the controls. On day 10, expression of IL 4 gene at mRNA level increased significantly. The results indicated that CD8 + subset was more radiosensitive than CD4 + , and the pattern of cytokine seeretion shifted to that of Th2 soon after irradiation.
3.On the current situation of the knowledge-attitude-practice of clinical scientific research ability of pediatric residents in standardized residency training
Lijun TIE ; Ding DING ; Yonghua YANG ; Guoli LIAN ; Furong CAO ; Jiayi WANG ; Yanping HUANG ; Xiaohong LIU
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2020;19(9):1074-1078
Objective:To understand the clinical research knowledge, attitude and practice of pediatrics residents in standardized residency training, and to provide scientific basis for improving their capability of clinical medical scientific research.Methods:A self-complied questionnaire survey including demographic information, knowledge and attitudes toward capability of medical scientific research as well as personal interview was conducted in 22 pediatric residents during the standardized residency training from April to July, 2017. Data were analyzed by (mean±standard deviation) and percentage for description, and qualitative data were analyzed by classification and induction. SPSS 18.0 was used to analyze the data.Results:Firstly, the total score of basic knowledge in clinical scientific research was (54.14±23.06), with the scores between 31 and 60 being the most. Secondly, all these residents believed that capability of clinical medical scientific research was very important for them and clinical research training was necessary for them during the standardized residency training. Thirdly, the residents had the scientific research practices but no article published during the standardized residency training. Fourthly, the residents hoped to improve their capability of clinical scientific research by various means during the training.Conclusion:It is indicated that basic knowledge on capability of clinical medical research is still insufficient in standardized residency training of pediatrics residents, so relevant measures should be taken to cultivate their capability of clinical scientific research.
4.Application on the basic knowledge of clinical medical scientific research in standardized training of pediatrics residents based on PDCA circle
Lijun TIE ; Yonghua YANG ; Jie ZHENG ; Guoli LIAN ; Yu CAO ; Furong CAO ; Jiayi WANG ; Yanping HUANG ; Xiaohong LIU
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2019;18(3):320-324
Objective To explore application on improving basic knowledge of clinical scientific research based on PDCA circle in the standardized training of pediatrics residents and to provide scientific basis for improving the capability of clinical scientific research in standardized training of pediatrics residents. Methods Based on previous research results, the training courses of improving the capability of clinical scientific research based on conception of PDCA were practiced . The examination of basic knowledge of clinical scientific research before and after training and satisfaction questionnaire in pattern, contents , time arrangements as well as effect of training courses were conducted among 22 pediatrics residents from April to July, 2017. Data were analyzed using Mean, Standard deviation and proportion for description and the data before and after training were given a independent-sample t test. The training courses were taken for 3 months. Results ①Compared with the training courses before, the average scores of basic knowledge in capability of clinical scientific research were improved after training [(54.14±23.06) vs. (73.63±21.05)]. ②Insufficiency of some basic clinical scientific research knowledge still existed and there was no statistical difference between the results before and after the training in those areas. ③ In the standardized training, pediatrics residents were satisfied with the pattern, contents and results of training courses, except for the time arrangement. Conclusion The training courses based on PDCA circle can significantly improve the capability of clinical scientific research in the standardized training of pediatrics residents.
5.Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for children with severe aplastic anemia: a retrospective analysis from a single center
Min HE ; Qiqi YI ; Hailing LIU ; Ding DING ; Man XU ; Guoli LIAN ; Xiaoning WANG
Chinese Pediatric Emergency Medicine 2024;31(7):507-511
Objective:To evaluate the clinical efficacy of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation(allo-HSCT)in children with severe aplastic anemia(SAA).Methods:Twenty-seven cases with SAA who had been treated with allo-HSCT from January 2020 to December 2022 were retrospectively analyzed and reviewed.Results:(1)A total of 27 SAA patients were enrolled,including 18 males and 9 females,with a median age of 8 (2-15) years.There were 20 cases of SAA-Ⅰ type,7 cases of SAA-Ⅱ type.Based upon donor sources,three cases of matched sibling donors hematopoietic stem cell transplantation,and 24 cases of haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplantation were adopted.(2)Hematopoietic reconstruction was achieved in all 27 cases.The median implantation time of neutrophils and platelets was 10(9-20)days and 12(7-26)days respectively.The cumulative incidence of acute graft-versus-host disease(GVHD)was 66.67%(18/27).The incidence of grade Ⅰ-Ⅱ was 55.56%(15/27)and that of grade Ⅲ-Ⅳ was 11.11%(3/27).The incidence of chronic GVHD was 7.41%(2/27).Transplant-associated thrombotic microangiopathy (TA-TMA) occurred in 7.41%(2/27)patients,cytomegalovirus viremia in 62.96%(17/27)patients,epstein-barr virus infection in 33.33%(9/27)patients,and 14.81%(4/27)patients progressed to post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD).(3)The median follow-up time was 12 (2-28) months.The overall survival rate was 96.29%.Twenty-six patients survived,and one patient died due to multiple complications of severe acute GVHD,TA-TMA,cytomegalovirus infection,PTLD and secondary epilepsy.Conclusion:Allo-HSCT is an effective therapy for SAA in children.The effective rate of this research is 96.29%.Acute GVHD is still the key to therapy.The incidence rate of acute GVHD is 66.67% in this study.The blood incompatibility of donor and recipient may affect the incidence of GVHD.The intensity of GVHD prevention should be reduced after HLA-matched sibling donor-hematopoietic stem cell transplantation so as to avoid the complications of virus recurrence and PTLD.
6.Investigation on the impact of centralized volume-based procurement of dental implant consumables on corruption risk prevention and control in public hospitals
Linling LIAN ; Lingfei REN ; Fei TENG ; Guoli YANG
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration 2024;40(5):334-338
Objective:To analyze the impact of the implementation of the policy of centralized volume-based procurement of dental implant consumables on the prevention and control of corruption risk in public hospitals, and provide reference for improving the construction of corruption risk prevention and control in public hospitals.Methods:Develop a survey questionnaire for three entities: the Discipline Inspection Commission of public hospitals, dental implant doctors in public hospitals, and dental implant consumables distribution enterprises. The questionnaire content for the Discipline Inspection Commission of public hospitals mainly included the impact of the implementation of the policy of centralized volume-based procurement of dental implant consumables on the prevention and control of hospital integrity risks, as well as the development of supporting policies in hospitals; The questionnaire content for dental implant doctors mainly included their understanding of the centralized volume-based procurement policy, their communication with distribution companies, and their awareness of integrity; The questionnaire content for dental implant consumables distribution enterprises mainly included the situation of the distribution enterprises entering the centralized volume-based procurement catalog for implants, and the subsequent adjustment of business strategies.Using convenience sampling method, a questionnaire survey was conducted from February to June 2023 on the Discipline Inspection Commission of public hospitals in Zhejiang Province, dental implant doctors in public hospitals nationwide, and distribution enterprises of dental implant consumables in Zhejiang Province. Descriptive analysis was conducted on the questionnaire data.Results:Effectively collected 16 questionnaires filled out by the Discipline Inspection Commission leaders of public hospitals in Zhejiang Province. Among them, the Discipline Inspection Commission leaders of 11 public hospitals believed that the implementation of the policy of centralized volume-based procurement of dental implant consumables could reduce the existing corruption risks of public hospitals, 1 believed that it would create new corruption risks, and 4 believed that both aspects of the impact existed; 12 leaders believed that the policy′s strengthening of corruption risk prevention and control was mainly reflected in squeezing implant prices, reducing selection and procurement risks, and reducing red envelopes and kickbacks. 270 questionnaires from dental implant doctors in public hospitals were effectively collected. Regarding the implementation of the centralized volume-based procurement policy, 187 people believed that it would inhibit the development of the dental implant industry, 148 people expected their personal salaries to decrease, 78 people would participate more in lectures and training organized by enterprises, and 39 people would recommend implant systems outside the centralized volume-based procurement catalog to patients; 140 people were unable to accurately grasp all the contents of the " Nine Guidelines on Integrity for Staff of Medical Institution" ; Only 202 people believed that compliance contact with distribution companies could only be based on listening to their introduction to the implant system. 23 questionnaires were effectively collected from dental implant consumables distribution companies. Among them, 22 companies would reduce their expenses in maintaining relationships with clinical doctors after the implementation of the centralized procurement policy, and 14 companies would reduce their sales position expenses. All distribution companies believed that the phenomenon of medical institution staff receiving red envelopes and kickbacks would decrease or disappear after the implementation of the centralized volume-based procurement policy.Conclusions:The implementation of the policy of centralized volume-based procurement of dental implant consumables is beneficial for reducing the existing corruption risks in public hospitals, but if regulatory oversight is inadequate, new corruption risks will arise in the early stages of policy implementation. Public hospitals should improve the supporting system for centralized volume-based procurement of dental implant consumables, standardize the procurement process of dental implant consumables outside the centralized volume-based procurement catalog, strengthen supervision and inspection of centralized procurement, and further strengthen corruption risk prevention and control by implementing anti-corruption education.
7.A novel nomogram-based model to predict the postoperative overall survival in patients with gastric and colorectal cancer
Siwen WANG ; Kangjing XU ; Xuejin GAO ; Tingting GAO ; Guangming SUN ; Yaqin XIAO ; Haoyang WANG ; Chenghao ZENG ; Deshuai SONG ; Yupeng ZHANG ; Lingli HUANG ; Bo LIAN ; Jianjiao CHEN ; Dong GUO ; Zhenyi JIA ; Yong WANG ; Fangyou GONG ; Junde ZHOU ; Zhigang XUE ; Zhida CHEN ; Gang LI ; Mengbin LI ; Wei ZHAO ; Yanbing ZHOU ; Huanlong QIN ; Xiaoting WU ; Kunhua WANG ; Qiang CHI ; Jianchun YU ; Yun TANG ; Guoli LI ; Li ZHANG ; Xinying WANG
Chinese Journal of Clinical Nutrition 2024;32(3):138-149
Objective:We aimed to develop a novel visualized model based on nomogram to predict postoperative overall survival.Methods:This was a multicenter, retrospective, observational cohort study, including participants with histologically confirmed gastric and colorectal cancer who underwent radical surgery from 11 medical centers in China from August 1, 2015 to June 30, 2018. Baseline characteristics, histopathological data and nutritional status, as assessed using Nutrition Risk Screening 2002 (NRS 2002) score and the scored Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment, were collected. The least absolute shrinkage and selection operator regression and Cox regression were used to identify variables to be included in the predictive model. Internal and external validations were performed.Results:There were 681 and 127 patients in the training and validation cohorts, respectively. A total of 188 deaths were observed over a median follow-up period of 59 (range: 58 to 60) months. Two independent predictors of NRS 2002 and Tumor-Node-Metastasis (TNM) stage were identified and incorporated into the prediction nomogram model together with the factor of age. The model's concordance index for 1-, 3- and 5-year overall survival was 0.696, 0.724, and 0.738 in the training cohort and 0.801, 0.812, and 0.793 in the validation cohort, respectively.Conclusions:In this study, a new nomogram prediction model based on NRS 2002 score was developed and validated for predicting the overall postoperative survival of patients with gastric colorectal cancer. This model has good differentiation, calibration and clinical practicability in predicting the long-term survival rate of patients with gastrointestinal cancer after radical surgery.