1.DNA chip and its applications in medicine
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 1986;0(02):-
The development of DNA chip has been strongly driven by modern approaches of life science and microelectronics. The broad of DNA chip applications include the detection of pathogens,the detection of mutations in genes involved in human diseases or affected during cancer progression, sequence analysis, the pattern of gene expression monitoring and pharmacy studies .This review explains the technology, its scope, and impact on medicine, as well as its cost and possible limitations.
2.Evaluation of single family room effects on preterm infants in the neonatal intensive care unit
Jian LI ; Lingling HUA ; Xuehua LI ; Wei LOU ; Li MO ; Zhe JIA
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2018;34(33):2615-2619
Objective To explore the impact of family single room practices in NICU on maternal anxiety and breastfeeding status and neuropsychological development in preterm infants. Methods One-hundred NICU-born preterm infants were divided into the experimental group (n= 48) and the control group (n=52) according to random number table. Neonates in the experimental group were guaranteed parental care in the family ward for at least 4 hours a day during hospitalization in NICU, while the control group used a traditional video-based approach for daily scheduled visits. Finally, the results of exclusive breastfeeding, nosocomial infection, maternal anxiety, parental satisfaction, and full-term NBNA score after correction of gestational age were collected and recorded. Results The rates of exclusive breastfeeding were 82.50%(33/40),42.50%(17/40)during hospitalization and six months old in the experimental group, and 17.07%(7/41),12.20%(5/41)in the control group. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant during hospitalization and at 6 months of age (χ2=32.25, 9.40,P <0.01). The score of maternal anxiety was 33.00(31.00, 41.75)in the experimental group, and 43.00(34.50, 46.00)in the control group. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant (Z=-2.97, P =0.003).The NBNA score in the experimental group was 38.50(38.00, 40.00), and 37.00(36.00, 39.00)in the control group. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant(Z=-2.86, P<0.01). Conclusions The development of family ward is conducive to raising the rate of exclusive breastfeeding, reducing the incidence of nosocomial infection, relieving the anxiety of mother-infant separation and enhancing the satisfaction of parents, which can promote the behavioral and neuropsychological development of preterm infants.
3.Combined intraoral and cutaneous using of long pulsed 1064 nm and 2940 nm lasers in facial rejuvenation: a prospective study of two consecutive patients
Yaqing MO ; Xiaodong DING ; Yanfang DANG ; Pei LIU ; Xuehua LIAO
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2020;26(5):368-371
Objective:To study the effectiveness and safety of combined intraoral and cutaneous using of long pulsed 1064 nm Nd∶YAG and 2940 nm Er∶YAG lasers in facial rejuvenation.Methods:Twenty-one female patients with different grades of nasolabial fold were treated with 6 sessions of the combination lasers therapy once a month. Standardized photographs of VISIA were taken before and after treatment to record any changes of facial contour and nasolabial folds. The efficacy assessment was judged by two non-group experienced dermatologists using modified Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scale (MFWS), based on the VISIA photos at base line, twelve-week and six-month after treatment. Self-scoring of 5-level satisfaction from patients was also collected and analyzed. Any side effects and complications were recorded.Results:At 12 weeks, mild and moderate nasolabial folds were improved notably, the mean value of MFWS decreased from 1.59 to 0.90, whereas severe nasolabial folds had no remarkable improvement. Six-month after treatment, 18 patients had notable improved, among them: five out of 7 mild cases, 9 out of 10 moderate cases and 2 out of 4 severe cases, and the mean value of MFWS significantly decreased to 0.57 ( P<0.001). The general satisfactory rate of self-scoring was 86%. Two patients had tolerable light burning pain during treatment and two patients got temporary pigmentation that vanished in three months. There were no other adverse reactions and complications. Conclusion:Combined intraoral and cutaneous using oflong pulse 1064 nm Nd∶YAG laser and 2940 nm Er∶YAG laser is a safe and effective therapy for facial rejuvenation.