1.Effect of 72h weightlessness simulation on processing speed of mental rotation of males
Tianli ZHU ; Qianru ZHANG ; Yang LIAO ; Xufeng LIU
Chinese Journal of Behavioral Medicine and Brain Science 2012;(11):1022-1024
Objective To explore the effect of weightlessness simulation on processing speed of mental rotation of males in 72 h head-down tilt,in order to further reveal human performance changes caused by weightlessness.Methods During 72 h weightlessness simulation (9 am day 1 to 9 pm day 4,head-down tilt started from 9 pm day 1),16 male subjects were processed speed of rotation data byhand picture mental rotation (test 8 times),using self cross-references design,and the variation of processing speed of mental rotation by duration was analyzed.Results The linear regression analysis showed,the reaction time of each time point for each subject as the independent variable,the angle of rotation as the dependent variable,with the extension of simulated weightlessness time.The intercept(constant term of the regression equation),indicating the processing speed of non-rotation,were gradually increased with HDT time,but didn(t) reached significantly difference (F(3,14) =0.551,P =0.650) ;the slope(Regression coefficient of the regression equation),indicating the processing speed of rotation.were gradually increased with HDT time,and reached the significantly difference (F(3,14) =4.338,P =0.009).The value of intercept and slope was like upside-down U in three days,and reached the highest value at day 2.Conclusion Weightlessness simulation have affection on the speed of mental rotation,especially on the rotation speed.
2.Trend of treatment and rehabilitation rates among people with psychiatric disability from 2007 to 2013 in China
Tianli LIU ; Gong CHEN ; Xu WEN ; Xiaoying ZHENG
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2017;31(3):195-202
Objective:To describe health service use and trend of treatment and rehabilitation rates among people with psychiatric disability from 2007 to 2013.Methods:Data collected by the 2006 Second China National Sample Survey and the 2007-2013 National Disability Monitoring Survey were utilized and analyzed.The 2006 National Sample Survey on Disabilities investigated 2 526 145 non-institutionalized representative civilians in 734 counties across mainland China.Psychiatric disability was diagnosed by clinical psychiatrists according to ICD-10 and WHO DAS Ⅱ criteria.The 2007 to 2013 National Disability Monitoring Survey selected 1 to 2 study sites among each of the 734 study counties that had been investigated by the Second China National Sample Survey.Information on living conditions,health service use,education and employment were recorded.Results:The data showed that treatment and rehabilitation rates for people with psychiatric disability had largely increased from 2007 to 2013 among adults aged 18 years or older,with the treatment and rehabilitation rates from 49.52% and 21.8% to 66.9% and 58.7% respectively,and the rates among those with 17 years or younger from 23.5% to 43.9%.However,with regard to the effect of the treatment and rehabilitation services,a much larger proportion of people with psychiatric disability reported that the effect was soso instead of good or very good.In addition,among those who received rehabilitation service,most received day care or psychotherapy service,only less than 8% participated work therapy,farming therapy or working skill trainings.Conclusion:The results suggest treatment and rehabilitation rates among people with psychiatric disability are largely increased from 2007 to 2013,while the quality of the service needs further attention.
3.MiR-146a regulate the proliferation and interleukin-2 production of T helpers from primary biliary cirrhosis patients
Zhijun HAN ; Zhide HU ; Jingbo LIU ; Zihe YAN ; Tianli REN ; Anmei DENG ; Renqian ZHONG
Chinese Journal of Rheumatology 2012;16(8):541-544
Objective To investigate the effect of miR-146a on the proliferation and interleukin (IL)-2 production of T helper cells from primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) patients.Methods MiR-146a in the peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC),monocytes,T helper cells,cytotoxic T cells and B cells from 20 confirmede PBC patients and age/sex matched healthy controls were detected by quantitative PCR.By gainand-loss of function,the miR-146a's effect on anti-CD3/anti-CD28 activated T helper's proliferation and IL-2 production ability were measured by CCK-8 approach and enzyme linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA),respectively.Statistical analysis were carried out by t-test.Results PBMCs (0.46±0.20 vs 1.00±0.26; t=7.47,P<0.01),T helpers (0.33±0.13 vs 1.00±0.14; t=6.15,P<0.01) and monocytes (0.56±0.11 vs 1.00±0.11; t=4.97,P<0.05),but not B cells (0.91±0.06 vs 1.00±0.14; t=0.97,P>0.05) and cytotoxic T cells (0.98±0.15vs 1.00±0.12; t=0.22; P>0.05) from PBC patients had lower miR-146a expression level than that of healthy controls.Inducible up expression of miR-146a was observed in PBC patients'T helpers stimulated with antiCD3/anti-CD28 (1.00±0.18 vs 9.12±2.05; t=8.81; P<0.01).The activated T helpers from PBC patients had higher proliferative ability [PBC:0.35±0.06 (A); healthy controls:0.26±0.04 (A); t=2.83; P<0.05] and increased IL-2 production [PBC: (685.60±109.19 pg/ml)]; Healthy controls: [(512.20±72.26) pg/ml; t=2.96; P<0.05 ] than those of healthy controls.For activated T helpers,the proliferation ability,as well as IL-2 production,was enhanced by miR-146a.Conclusion MiR-146a can down regulate the proliferation and IL-2 releasing of activated T helpers.The reduced miR-146a expression enhances IL-2 production and promotes proliferation of T helper of PBC patients,thus,may be involved in the pathogenesis of PBC.
4.Research on clinical value of soluble triggering receptor expressed on myeloid cells-1 in the treatment and therapeutic effect evaluation of patients with an exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Rao LIU ; Faping ZHONG ; Wenjun PEI ; Tianli WANG ; Zegang YANG ; Yeqiang ZOU
Journal of Chinese Physician 2015;17(9):1331-1334
Objective To investigate the clinical value of serum soluble triggering receptor expressed on myeloid cells-1 (sTREM-1) in the treatment and therapeutic effect evaluation of patients with an exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Methods The levels of serum sTREM-1,procalcitonin (PCT) and C-reactive protein (CRP) were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) in 49 exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) subjects [acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) group],49 stable COPD subjects(sCOPD group) after treatment and 49 healthy volunteers as healthy control group.The levels of sTREM-1,PCT and CRP in different groups were compared and the relationship between the level of sTREM-1 in AECOPD and sCOPD groups,and PCT,and CRP was analyzed,respectively.Results The content of sTREM-1,PCT and CRP between different groups had significant difference(P <0.05).The level of sTREM-1 in both AECOPD and sCOPD groups was significantly positive correlated with PCT (P < 0.05) and negative correlated with CRP (P > 0.05).Conclusions For guiding the treatment and curative effect evaluation of patients with AECOPD,sTREM-1 has important clinical reference value.
5.First detection of Francisella-like endosymbionts in Hyalomma asiaticum asiaticum from China-Kazakhstan border
Xiaoping YIN ; Shanshan ZHAO ; Dan LIU ; Yanhe TIAN ; Teer BA ; Tianli CHENG ; Jiangguo ZHANG ; Yuanzhi WANG
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses 2017;33(2):170-172,177
We conducted the detection the Francisella spp.nucle acid from Hyalomma asiaticum asiaticum that main distribution is on railway line area from China-Kazakhstan border.The free-living ticks were collected and then identified by morphological and molecular methods.After species identification,they were detected by PCR targeting 16S rRNA and sdhA of Francisella spp.The amplified products were sequenced and the sequences was analyzed by using the Blast.A phylogenetic tree was constructed using MEGA 6 software.A total of 243 fleas were identified as H.asiaticum asiaticum.Only 35 samples were detected for Francisella spp.positive and the positive rate was 14.4%.Sequence analysis showed that two different sequences (seql and seq2) and all belong to Francisella-like endosymbionts (FLEs).Phylogenetic analyses showed that two FLEs were belong to the same cladd.This is first detection of FLEs nucleic acid from H.asiaticum Railway line area of China-Kazakhstan border.
6.Therapeutic effect of modified Shengjiang Powder acupoint application for hypertension patients with phlegm-heat syndrome
Tianli LIU ; Yan LIANG ; Huiling DUO ; Lei CHEN ; Yu LAI ; Shuwan WANG ; Songxu HUANG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2021;43(6):541-545
Objective:To evaluate the effect of modified Shengjiang Powder acupoint application on hypertension patients with phlegm-heat syndrome. Methods:A total of 61 patients in Shijiazhuang hospital of traditional chinese medicine (TCM) meeting the inclusion criteria from September 2018 to September 2019 were randomly divided into two groups, the treatment group was 30 cases, the control group was 31 cases. The control group was given Amlodipine Besylate Tablets orally, and the treatment group added modified Shengjiang Powder acupoint application, and both groups were treated for 4 weeks. TCM syndrome scores were performed before and after treatment, and 24 h ambulatory blood pressure were measured with an ambulatory blood pressure monitor, including daytime mean systolic blood pressure (dMSBP), daytime mean diastolic blood pressure (dMDBP), night time mean systolic blood pressure (nMSBP), and night time mean diastolic blood pressure (nMDBP), 24-hour mean systolic blood pressure (24 hMSBP), 24-hour mean diastolic blood pressure (24 hMDSBP) and blood pressure circadian rhythm detection. Results:After treatment, the nMSBP and 24 hMSBP in the treatment group were significantly lower than those control group ( t values were -2.331,-1.511, P values were 0.045, 0.033), the blood pressure circadian rhythm [(8.87 ± 8.33)% vs. (6.94 ± 6.12)%, t=1.034] of the treatment group was significantly higher than those of the control group ( P<0.05); mdizziness, headache, head wraps, vomiting, sputum salivation, upset, mouth pain, insomnia scores of the treatment group after treatment were significantly lower than those in the control group ( P<0.05). Conclusion:The modified Shengjiang Powder acupoint application can reduce the blood pressure level of hypertension patients with phlegm-heat syndrome, especially for the improvement of night blood pressure, and improve the clinical symptoms.
7.Macrolide resistance and molecular mechanisms in Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Deli XIN ; Xu HAN ; Zuhuang MI ; Jing LI ; Ling QIN ; Tianli WEI ; Xiaogeng CHEN ; Xijie LIU ; Ancun HOU ; Gui LI
Chinese Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2008;31(5):543-546
Objective To investigate status of macrolide resistance and determine molecular mechanisms in Mycoplasma pneumoniae.Nethods All of 370 throat swab specimens were cultured to isolate Mycoplasma pneumoniae.Mycoplasma pneumoniae isolates were identified by nested PCR for specific 16SrRNA gene.Antibiotic susceptibility test was done to identify acrolide resistant strains.23SrRNA gene wag amplified by nested PCR followed by direct automatic sequencing method.The DNA sequences were compared to the sequence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae M129(accession no.X68422)to find molecular mechanisms of drug resistance.Results Fifty clinical strains were isolated from 370 specimens.Of 50 strains.4 strains were susceptible to macrulide,46 strains were macrolide resistant with the percentage of 92%.MICs of resistant strains to erythromycin.Azithromycin and josamycin were elevated.The sequence of 23SrRNA gene in 4 Susceptible strains and the reference strain FH was identical to Mycoplagma pneumoniae gene in GenBank.46 resistant strains arbored a point mutation respectively,among them,40 strains had all A to G transition at position 2063.1 strain had an A to C transition at position 2063,the other five strains showed an A to G transition at position 2064.Conclusions Macrolide resistance in Mycoplasma pneumoniae iS very serious health conceru.The point mutation in 23SrRNA.Xpecailly predominant position 2063 mutation contributed to the macrolide resistance in Mycoplagma pneumoniae.The MICs of resistant strains to erythromycin,azithromycin and iosamycin are much higher than Mycoplasma pneumoniae reference strain FH.
8.Needs and influencing factors of patients with cerebrovascular disease and their caregivers in rural areas
Chunru WANG ; Xin LI ; Xiaoshuang XIA ; Tianli ZHANG ; Peilu WANG ; Qi DONG ; Lin WANG ; Ming LIU ; Liping WANG
International Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases 2017;25(2):134-139
Objective To inves1tigate the needs and influencing factors of patients with cerebrovascular disease and their caregivers in rural areas.Methods An online questionnaire designed by World Stroke Organization for stroke patients and their caregivers was used,and modified appropriately according to China's national conditions.A questionnaire survey about general situation,and needs for psychological support,stroke-related knowledge,diagnosis and nursing,social support,and functional recovery in inpatients with cerebrovascular disease and their caregivers in rural areas was performed.Results A total of 514 patients with stroke and their caregivers (n =514) completed the questionnaires.93.0% of the patients had the needs for mental support,followed by clinical diagnosis and nursing (84.8%),stroke knowledge (74.7%),social support and functional recovery (53.5%);95.1% of the caregivers had the needs for mental support,followed by stroke knowledge (89.9%),clinical diagnosis and nursing (84.0%),social support,and functional recovery (66.3%).The degree of need for stroke knowledge,social support,and functional recovery in caregivers was higher than that in the patients (all P < 0.05).Multiple linear regression analysis showed that age,gender,degree of education,the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale score,and the time from the first stroke onset were the influencing factors of needs for patients with cerebrovascular disease and their caregiver.Conclusions Many needs have not been met in patients with cerebrovascular disease and their caregivers,especially the psychological demand.The regional and individual services should be provided according to the different demands in patients with cerebrovascular disease and their caregivers,enhance the awareness of the prevention and treatment of stroke,and continuously improve the construction of rural health service system.
9.Characteristics of co-morbid psychiatric disability and injury caused disability in Chinese population
Tianli LIU ; Lihua PANG ; Xu WEN ; Gong CHEN ; Xiaoying ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2015;36(4):344-348
Objective To investigate the relations between psychiatric disability and co-morbid disability caused by injury,severity of the disabilities,as well as the unmet health care need among people living with both disabilities.Methods Data collected through both the Second China National Sample Survey on Disabilities in 2006 and the Follow-up Studies in 2009,were utilized.Sampling weights were considered to appropriately estimate situations in the total Chinese population.Results Among people with psychiatric disability,2.7% of them were affected by other injurycaused disabilities as visual,hearing,speech,psychical and intellectual disabilities.Among people with disability that caused by injuries,1.8% of them were living with psychiatric disability as well.The prevalence rates of psychiatric disability and injury caused disability were as 0.94% and 0.63%,respectively.More than half of the co-morbid people were living with profound disabilities while 46.32% of the people living with both disabilities developed co-morbid disabilities in the same year.Data from the follow-up program showed that 56.25% of the people living with co-morbid disabilities did not receive any psychiatric treatment which were in need.Conclusion There seemed a close but bidirectional relationship existed between the mental disorders and injuries that calling for better mental health services provided for people with psychiatric disabilities.
10.Prevalence of Hydatid Cysts in Livestock Animals in Xinjiang, China.
Meng QINGLING ; Wang GUANGLEI ; Qiao JUN ; Zhu XINQUAN ; Liu TIANLI ; Song XUEMEI ; Zhang JINSHENG ; Wang HUISHENG ; Cai KUOJUN ; Chen CHUANGFU
The Korean Journal of Parasitology 2014;52(3):331-334
Hydatid worms, hosted by humans and animals, impose serious human health risk and cause significant livestock production loss. To better understand the disease infection status in Xinjiang, China, we investigated the disease epidemics in 4 livestock animals, i.e., cattle, sheep (both sheep and goat), camels, and horses, slaughtered at the abattoirs in Urumqi, Yining, Tacheng, and Altay areas. The results showed that the animals were infected at different rates, in the order of sheep (9.8%), cattle (8.4%), camels (6.8%), and horses (4.3%). The infection rates were found to be different between the abattoirs in various regions even for the same animals. For sheep, the rates increased significantly as the animals grew older. It was 1.9% before 1 year of age and increased to 8.2% in the age of 1-2 years, and further increased to 12.3% when the animals were 3-4 years old, and reached 17.2% when they were 5-6 year old. Sheep older than 6 years had an infection rate of 19.5%. This study demonstrates that the 4 livestock animals in the pastoral areas in Xinjiang were infected by the parasites to various extend. This study is the first systematic investigation of the hydatid worms in various livestock animals in Xinjiang, China, which provides epidemiological information about the infection of hydatid worms in livestock, and is valuable in developing strategies for prevention and control of the hydatid disease.
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