1.Significance of combined detection of serum tumor markers in the diagnosis of NSCLC
Fei MENG ; Heng WANG ; Xin LIANG
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2014;(19):2638-2639,2643
Objective To investigate the diagnostic significance of combined detection of neuron specific enolase (NSE ) , cytokeratin 19 fragment(CYFRA21-1) ,carcinoembryonic antigen(CEA) ,carbohydrate antigen 125(CA125) ,carbohydrate antigen 19-9(CA19-9) and serum ferritin(SF) in non-small-cell lung cancer(NSCLC) .Methods NSE ,CYFRA21-1 ,CEA ,CA125 ,CA19-9 and SF were detected by chemiluminescent immunoassay in 52 patients with NSCLC(NSCLC group) ,35 patients with benign lung diseases(benign lung diseases group) and 44 healthy controls(control group) .Results These serum tumor markers in NSCLC group were significantly higher than those in benign lung diseases group and control group(P<0 .01) .Serum level of CEA was ob-viously higher ,while CYFRA21-1 was lower in patients with adenocarcinoma than those in patients with squamous carcinoma(P<0 .05) .The sensitivity(96 .2% ) ,specificity(87 .3% ) and accuracy(90 .8% ) of combined detection of these tumor markers preceded any single ones .Conclusion The combined detection of NSE ,CYFRA21-1 ,CEA ,CA125 ,CA19-9 and SF can improve the diagnos-tic sensitivity and accuracy of NSCLC ,which could provide higher clinical value in the diagnosis of NSCLC .
2.Progress in Defining Treatment Endpoint of Crohn’s Disease
Liang ZHAO ; Xiaojian WANG ; Lina MENG
Chinese Journal of Gastroenterology 2015;(5):304-307
Crohn’s disease( CD)is a gastrointestinal progressive granulomatous disease with unknown etiology. It is characterized as active stage alternating with remission stage,long-term course with many complications,sometimes needing surgery and having the tendency of relapse in patient ’s whole life. Therefore,it is important to define an effective therapeutic endpoint to ameliorate the natural course of CD. This article reviewed the progress in defining treatment endpoint of CD.
3.Role of Environmental Factors in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Xiaojian WANG ; Liang ZHAO ; Lina MENG
Chinese Journal of Gastroenterology 2015;(3):174-176
Inflammatory bowel disease( IBD)includes ulcerative colitis( UC)and Crohn’s disease( CD),its incidence is increasing yearly in our country. With the progress of molecular biology,genetics,the understanding of IBD is deepen,however,the exact pathogenesis of IBD is still not fully clear,and it may be related to gene,environment, immunity,microorganism. Studies have shown that smoking,vitamin D,sex hormones,emotions,diet may be related with the occurrence of IBD. This article reviewed the role of environmental factors in IBD.
4.Effects of arthroscopic patelloplasty combined with lateral patellar retinaculum release and circumpatellar denervation in treatment of moderate and severe patellofemoral osteoarthritis
Liang WANG ; Ruqing YE ; Xianwu CHEN ; Meng WANG
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2017;33(8):743-749
Objective To investigate the clinical effects of arthroscopic patelloplasty combined with lateral patellar retinaculum release and circumpatellar denervation for treatment of moderate and severe patellofemoral osteoarthritis.Methods A retrospective case-control study was done on 80 patients with moderate to severe patellofemoral osteoarthritis who were treated in our hospital between March 2013 and March 2015.According to treatment methods,the patients were divided into two groups:Group A including 40 cases (22 cases of Outerbridge grade Ⅲ degree and 18 cases of Outerbridge grade Ⅳ) undergone arthroscopic debridement,and Group B including 40 cases (22 cases of Outerbridge grade Ⅲ degree and 18 cases of Outerbridge grade Ⅳ) undergone arthroscopic patelloplasty combined with lateral patellar retinaculum release and circumpatellar denervation.The Kujula scores and Lysholm scores of the patellofemoral joint were compared between the two groups before and after operation.The lateral patellofemoral angle was measured according to patellar axial X-ray performed 3 months after operation to evaluate patellofemoral joint function.Results All patients were followed up for 13-36 months (average 19.8 months).The patellofemoral joint scores of the two groups was increased at different degrees after operation.In moderate patellofemoral osteoarthritis patients,at 3 months after operation and the last follow-up of Group B,Kujula scores [(85.1 ± 6.8)points,(86.8 ± 4.6)points] and Lysholm scores [(88.1 ± 1.8) points,(88.4 ± 2.3) points] were higher than that of Group A [(78.1 ± 5.7) points,(78.3±5.3)points,(82.4 ±2.9)points,and (82.5 ±2.5)points] (P<0.05).In each group,the Kujula scores and Lysholm scores at 3 months after operation and the last follow-up were improved to be higher than preoperation (P < 0.05),with insignificant statistical difference between the two groups (P > 0.05).According to the Lysholm scores,the excellent rate after operation in Group B (86%) was higher than that of Group A (55%) (P < 0.05).For patients with severe patellofemoral osteoarthritis,Kujula scores [(72.3 ± 5.3) points,(72.7 ± 3.6) points] and Lysholm scores [(75.1 ± 1.9) points,(75.3 ± 2.3) points] at 3 months postoperatively and at the last follow-up in Group B were higher than that of Group A [(70.8 ± 5.2) points,(71.1 ± 4.2) points,(73.4 ± 2.8) points,and (73.6 ± 2.5) points],but the difference was not statistically significant (P > 0.05).Within each group,although the Kujula scores and Lysholm scores at 3 months postoperatively and at the last follow-up were improved compared with before operation,but the difference was not statistically significant (P > 0.05).According to the Lysholm scores,although the excellent rate after operation of Group B (33%) was higher than that of Group A (28%),with insignificant statistical difference (P > 0.05).No matter Outerbridge Ⅲ or Ⅳ patellofemoral osteoarthritis a patient was,the lateral patellofemoral angle of Group A after operation had no significant improvement (P > 0.05),while Group B showed significant improvement after operation (P <0.01).Group B had better improvements than that of Group A (P <0.01).Conclusions Compared with simple arthroscopic debridement,patelloplasty combined with lateral patellar retinaculum release and circumpatellar denervation can better relieve the symptoms of moderate patellofemoral osteoarthritis and improve knee function.But for patients with severe patellofemoral osteoarthritis,this method is not effective.
5.Ultrasound radiofrequency-data technique assessment of carotid: a reproducibility study
Liang WANG ; Meng YANG ; Na SU ; Yang GUI ; Qing DAI
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2014;23(6):484-488
Objective To evaluate the reproducibility of quality intima-media thickness(QIMT) and quality arterial stiffness (QAS) technique in assessment of carotid under different measuring methods.Methods Between December 2012 and January 2014,carotid QIMT and QAS examinations were carried out in 30 health volunteers.QIMT and QAS indicators included IMT in QIMT and distensibility coefficient (DC),compliance coefficient(CC),stiffness index α(α),stiffness index β(β),pulse wave velocity(PWV) in QAS.The measurement employed unilateral/once,bilateral/twice,and unilateral/twice methods.Using intra observer and inter-observer variability,the reproducibility was compared between different QIMT and QAS indicators and measuring methods.Results Extremely high level of intra-observer reproducibility was found for both QIMT and QAS technique (ICC>0.8).QIMT also showed an excellent inter observer reproducibility (ICC>0.8).In contrast,the reproducibility of QAS technique varied in different indicators (PWV > β ≈ α > CC > DC) and method ( unilateral/once > bilateral/twice > unilateral/twice).Conclusions QIMT measurement was highly reproducible.Whereas the reproducibility of QAS technique varied in different indicators and methods.Due to low reproducibility,the study result did not support the clinical application of DC indicator and unilateral/once method.
6.Clinical significance of CXCL9 expression in peripheral blood of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Xiaoyan YE ; Yongjiang DAI ; Bingxin MENG ; Yuanzhi WANG ; Xiongan LIANG
Chongqing Medicine 2015;(5):655-656,659
Objective To investigate the expression and significance of CXCL 9 in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE ) . Methods The level of CXCL9 in peripheral blood from 20 patients with SLE and 20 normal controls were measured by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay .Compare the difference of the expression level of CXCL 9 in peripheral blood between two groups and analyzed their correlation with ages ,duration ,SLE diseases activity index (SLEDAI) .Results The level of CXCL9 in peripheral blood in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus was (1 549 .14 ± 362 .74)pg/L ,but in normal controls was(602 .54 ± 83 .70)pg/L .The level of CXCL9 in peripheral blood in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus was obviously higher than that in controls by statistical analysis ,there was significant difference between the two groups (P<0 .01) .The expression level of CXCL9 in pe‐ripheral blood of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus was positively correlated with SLEDAI (r=0 .892 ,P<0 .01) .Conclu‐sion CXCL9 may be involved in the pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus .
7.Clinical Observation of the Application of Alprostadil Combined with Papaverine in Uremic Hemodialysis Patients after Initial Arteriovenous Fistula
Jing LIANG ; Yuan ZHANG ; Xianglong MENG ; Li WANG
China Pharmacy 2017;28(8):1069-1071
OBJECTIVE:To observe the effects of alprostadil combined with papaverine on blood coagulation indexes and complications in uremic hemodialysis patients after initial arteriovenous fistula.METHODS:One hundred and eighteen uremic hemodialysis patients undergoing initial arteriovenous fistula in our hospital during Feb.-Jun.2015 were divided into control group and observation group according to random number table,with 59 cases in each group.Both groups received local irradiation with hemodialysis internal fistula repair instrument 30 min,tid,from 3 days before surgery to 10 days after surgery.Control group was treated with Alprostadil injection 10 μg,iv,qd,immediately after surgery.Observation group was additionally treated with Papaverine in jection 30 mg,iv,qd,on the basis of control group.Both groups received treatment for 10 d.The orificium fistulae blood flow,hemodialysis blood flow and the time of initial hemodialysis were compared between 2 group.The plasma prothrombin time (PT),activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT),fibrinogen (Fib),platelet count (PLT) and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels were observed in 2 groups before and after surgery.The occarrence of postoperative complications was observed.RESULTS:The orificium fistulae blood flow and hemodialysis blood flow of observation group were significantly higher than those of control group,and ini tial hemodialysis time was significantly shorter than control group,with statistical significance (P<0.05).Before surgery,there was no statistical significance in PT,APTT,Fib,PLT and CRP between 2 groups (P>0.05).After surgery,APTT and CRP of 2 groups were increased significantly,Fib was decreased significantly;the above indexes of observation group was significantly better than that of control group,with statistical significance (P<0.05).There was no statistical significance in PT,PLT between 2 groups (P>0.05).There was no statistical significance in the incidence of internal fistula infection and postoperative wound bleeding volume> 10 mL between 2 groups (P>0.05).The incidence of internal fistula occlusion and orificium fistulae thrombus in observation group were significantly lower than control group,with statistical significance (P<0.05).CONCLUSIONS:The application of alprostadil combined papaverine on uremic hemodialysis patients after initial arteriovenous fistula can effectively prevent inflammation reaction,fistula thrombus formation and fistula occlusion,and improve the maturation of fistula.
8.Cardiac atrioventricular conduction improved by autologous transplantation of mesenchymal stem cells in canine atrioventricular block models
Xiaoqing REN ; Jielin PU ; Shu ZHANG ; Liang MENG ; Fangzheng WANG
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology 2007;4(4):238-243
Objective Atrioventricular block (AVB) is a common and serious arrhythmia. At present, there is no perfect method of treatment for this kind of arrhythmia. The purpose of this study was to regenerate cardiac atrioventricular conduction by autologous transplantation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), and explore new methods for therapy of atrioventricular block. Methods Eleven Mongrel canines were randomized to MSCs transplantation (n=6) or control (n=5) group. The models of permanent and complete AVB in 11 canines were established by ablating His bundle with radiofrequency technique. At 4 weeks after AVB, bone marrow was aspirated from the iliac crest. MSCs were isolated and culture-expanded by means of gradient centrifugal and adherence to growth technique, and differentiated by 5-azacytidine in vitro. Differentiated MSCs (1ml, 1.5×107cells) labeled with BrdU were autotransplanted into His bundle area of canines by direct injection in the experimental group, and 1ml DMEM in the control group. At 1-12 weeks after operation,the effects of autologous MSCs transplantation on AVB models were evaluated by electrocardiogram, pathologic and immunohistochemical staining technique. Results Compared with the control group, there was a distinct improvement in atrioventricular conduction function in the experimental group. MSCs transplanted in His bundle were differentiated into analogous conduction system cells and endothelial cells in vivo, and established gap junction with host cardiomyocytes. Conclusions The committed-induced MSCs transplanted into His bundle area could differentiate into analogous conduction system cells and improve His conduction function in canine AVB models.
9.Self-efficacy and influencing factors of clinical nurses with needlestick injuries
Peirong LIANG ; Xiaoling XUE ; Hongyan MENG ; Aichao RUAN ; Shanshan WANG
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2013;(7):57-59
Objective To investigate the level and influencing factors of self-efficacy among nurses with needlestick injuries and explore effective strategies to improve self-efficacy.Methods 713 clinical nurses with needlestick injuries had been enrolled by convenience and stratified sampling method to comphte the investigation using the self-designed demographic questionnaire and General Self-Efficacy Scale.Results The average score of the self-efficacy was (2.70 ±0.52) points.69.1% of the needlestick injury nurses had the sclf-efficacy score at the middle level; only 19.1% of them had a higher level score on self-efficacy.Gender,title,section,initiative report,work environment,and occupational safety training were identified as the influencing factors of the self-efficiency.Conclusions Even though more than half of the nurses with needlestick injuries had a middle level self-efficacy,they need further improvement.Other influencing factors should be explored in future in order to develop the corresponding management intervention which can strengthen the self-efficacy of nurses with needlestick injuries.
10.The equality of financing and compensation of New Rural Cooperative Medical Scheme:An empirical analysis in an eastern province in China
Xiaohe WANG ; Yu QIAN ; Xianhong HUANG ; Meng ZHANG ; Liang ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Health Policy 2014;(6):28-34
Objective:To analyse the degree of equality of New Rural Cooperative Medical Scheme (NRCMS) in different economic regions. We provide a reference for equal development of the NRCMS and the reform of the political system and mechanism under the provincial-controlled county fiscal system. Methods:A typical province was chosen with provincial-controlled county fiscal system was fully implemented several years. We collected data on coverage, financing and compensation for the NRCMS from 2005 to 2011. We used the variable coefficient, uniformity coefficient, Theil Index for comprehensive evaluation. Results:Per capita financing has not reached the bottom line. From 2005 to 2011, inter-re-gional and intra-regional variation coefficient, Theil index of service coverage, financing level and hospital actual compen-sation has declined year by year. The degree of inequality in economically developed regions was greater than in less eco-nomically developed regions and economic medium region. Conclusion:The degree of equalization of the NRCMS in the province continuously improved. Innovation of provincial-controlled county fiscal system and mechanism provides a favora-ble environment and forming conditions for equalizing the development of the NRCMS. The paper suggested exploring and building fiscal classification step transfer payment institution and dynamic prediction model of the NRCMS, further optimi-zing financing mechanism, promoting the provincial management system of the NRCMS as soon as possible in order to pro-mote the equalization development.