1.Diagnosis and treatment of myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody related inflammatory demyelinating diseases in children
International Journal of Pediatrics 2021;48(2):127-131
Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein(MOG)is expressed in oligodendrocytes of the mammalian central nervous system, which is located on the surface and an important component of the myelin sheath.MOG antibody related inflammatory demyelinating disease is a hot topic in the field of neurology in recent years, and its clinical phenotype spectrum varies.Currently, cell-based assay(CBA)is recommended to detect MOG antibodies in peripheral blood.Due to the complexity and diversity of the clinical manifestations, and different manifestations in different age groups, it is difficult to make the clinical diagnosis.The exact pathogenesis is still unclear, and the therapeutic options and long-term prognosis remain controversial.In this article, the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, treatment options and clinical prognosis of MOG antibody related inflammatory demyelinating diseases will be reviewed.
2.Value of the ultrasonography in guiding closed reduction and intramedullary nail fixation for femoral shaft fractures
Jun LAN ; Mingping ZHOU ; Chongbin ZHOU ; Jiwei WANG ; Kaiyue ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2016;25(7):616-619
Objective To study the ultrasonic image characteristics of the displaced femoral shaft fracture before and post reduction,and to explore its clinical significance in guiding the closed reduction and intramedullary nail fixation.Methods Ultrasonic imaging features of 21 cases of femoral shaft fractures were observed.Closed reduction was completed under ultrasound monitoring,and the characteristics of ultrasonic imaging after fracture reduction were observed.Fixation of femoral fractures with intramedullary nails after closed reduction was completed.Results On the long axis of the femoral shaft,the ultrasonograms displayed a gap between two hyperechoic bands(step sign).On the cross section,two short arc hyperechoic bands can be seen(double short arc sign).After the completion of closed reduction,the step sign and double short arc sign disappeared.In the front and rear of the femoral shaft,there were 2 echo lines connected to a straight line.The line in front of the femoral parallel to the rear(continuous parallel sign).Continuous parallel sign indicated that reduction was achieved,the intramedullary nail guide pin could be successfully inserted into the femoral shaft,to complete the intramedullary nail fixation.Conclusions Ultrasound imaging shows step sign and double short arc syndrome when femoral shaft fracture displaced.Post fracture reduction,the imaging shows continuous parallel sign.Observing ultrasonic image characteristics of the displaced femoral shaft fracture is effective in assisting closed reduction and intramedullary nailing for femoral shaft fractures.
3.Advances in NFIX gene function and related diseases
International Journal of Pediatrics 2024;51(7):489-492
The nuclear factor I(NFI)family is a group of important transcription factors,consisting of four members:NFIA,NFIB,NFIC,and NFIX. The members of the NFI family are highly conserved in the N-terminal DNA binding and dimerization domain. The NFIX gene is expressed in many parts of the body,including the brain,prostate,muscles,skin,fat,and ovaries.It plays an important role in a variety of biological processes,including nervous system development,tumorigenesis,muscle and bone development,hematopoietic cell proliferation,and spermatogenesis.Currently,there are few studies and clinical reports on the NFIX gene in China,and its specific mechanism remains unclear,requiring further investigation. To draw the attention of clinicians and enhance the understanding of NFIX gene associated diseases,this article summarizes recent literature and reviews the function and clinical progress of the gene.