1.Application of Exercise Therapy in Ankylosing Spondylitis (review)
Yamei ZHOU ; Jinli RU ; Huaming ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2013;19(12):1144-1146
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a systemic disease, which mainly causes to axial joint chronic inflammation. Spine, thoracic and peripheral joints may have varying degrees of activity limitation, and somatic activity is also likely to decline. Ankylosis of the spine and movement disorder of hip are the mainly causes of AS patients' disability, which not only affect the patients' motor function, and but also affect their social interaction, role affordability, mental state and daily living skills. Exercise therapy is the treatment unarmed or with equipment, for injuries, disease, residual patients, to restore or improve dysfunction. There are a number of studies about exercise therapy for joint function of patients with AS, confirmed that exercise therapy plays a crucial role in the treatment of AS patients, on the basis of the medications control.
2.Study of Qingluo Tongbi Compound treating rheumatoid arthritis based on miRNA network
Yamei ZHU ; Lingling ZHOU ; Xiaowu PENG ; Shan GENG ; Xueping ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2016;32(4):495-499
Objective:To study the mechanism of Qingluo Tongbi Compound (QLT) treating rheumatoid arthritis(RA)by observing miRNA Network of QLT on collagen-induced arthritis ( CIA) mice.Methods:The model of RA was induced by collagenⅡin DBA/1 mice and randomly divided into control group , CIA group, QLT group.Differently expressed miRNAs were detected by miRCURYTM LNA Array.Real-time PCR was applied to verify the reliability of miRNA array.Results:The bioinformatics software and database were applied to predict and analyze target genes.MiRNA array results showed that 221 miRNAs changed in CIA group compared with the control group ,and 169 miRNAs changed in QLT group compared with CIA group.And the results of real-time PCR were consistent with the array.Compared with the control group ,miR-143 was significantly reduced in CIA group ,intervention of QLT obviously upregulated the expression of miR-143.The target genes of miR-143 were significantly stored in VEGF , T cell receptor, MAPK,signaling pathway.Conclusion: Multiple abnormal expression of miRNAs involved in the pathological process of CIA.QLT affected the expression of various miRNAs ,which might be related to immunity ,inflammation,pain pathological process of RA and miR-143 could be a potential target in the treatment.
3.Study on airway management of patients with double-lumen tracheal intubation during anesthesia recovery period
Yamei ZHOU ; Zhengyi ZHAN ; Genzhi ZHOU ; Chuanguang WANG
Chinese Journal of Biochemical Pharmaceutics 2017;37(6):410-412
Objective To explore the airway management strategy of patients with double-lumen tracheal intubation during anesthesia recovery period.MethodsA retrospective analysis of clinical data of 60 patients who underwent double-lumen tracheal intubation were enrolled from december 2014 to december 2016 in oue hospital was conducted.The mean arterial pressure (MAP), blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), heart rate (HR) and respiration (R) of all patients were measured at different time points,before and after operation, before and after extubation.ResultsThere was no significant difference in MAP and SpO2 between before and after operation,the levels of MAP and SpO2 before extubation and in extubation were significantly higher than those before operation (P<0.05), and five to ten minutes after extubation returned to the preoperative level.There was no significant difference in HR and R indexes between before and after operation, and the HR and R indexes in extubation and before extubation were significantly higher than those before operation, the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05), which was returned to preoperative level ten minutes after extubation.ConclusionIn the patients with double-lumen tracheal intubation, the observation and scientific care of the airway in the recovery period of anesthesia can not only ensure the stability of the vital signs, but also improve the safety of the patients.It is worthy of clinical application.
4.Comparison of abnormal expression of miRNAs in peripheral blood of rheumatoid arthritis patients and osteoclasts in rat and analysis of any miRNAs
Chengchen YUAN ; Shan GENG ; Yamei ZHU ; Xiaowu PENG ; Xueping ZHOU ; Lingling ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2017;33(5):715-720
Objective:To analyze the different expressions of miRNAs in peripheral blood of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients and the osteoclasts in rats,and to verify the key miRNAs in RA.Methods: The miRNAs expressions in monocyte and the co-cultured osteoclasts,peripheral blood of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients and normal were detected by miRCURYTM LNA Array.Real time PCR was applied to verify the reliability of miRNA array.The bioinformatics software and database were applied to predict and analyze target genes.Results: miRNA array results showed that 189 miRNAs changed in RA patients compared with the normal;211 miRNAs were changed in osteoclasts group compared with monocytes group.The expressions of ten miRNAs were all abnormal in RA patients and osteoclasts in rats.The results of Real time PCR were consistent with the array.Results of bioinformatics analysis showed that the target gene of miRNA significantly enriched in signaling pathways such as VEGF,MAPK signaling pathways.Conclusion: Some miRNAs had similar abnormal expressions in different species,and these miRNAs may influence the differentiation of the osteoclasts through regulating the related signal passways.
5.Feasibility of using lumbar plexus block for unilateral extremity artificial vascular graft between femoral artery and deep femoral artery in elderly patients
Wu WANG ; Shaofang WU ; Wangfu ZHENG ; Wei WU ; Yamei ZHOU ; Lipei LEI
Chinese Journal of Anesthesiology 2014;34(10):1234-1236
Objective To evaluate the feasibility of using lumbar plexus block for unilateral extremity artificial vascular graft between femoral artery and deep femoral artery in elderly patients.Methods Forty ASA physical status Ⅱ or Ⅲ patients,aged 67-81 yr,weighing 47-65 kg,scheduled for extremity artificial vascular graft between femoral artery and deep femoral artery,were randomly divided into 2 groups (n =20 each) using a random number table:spinal anesthesia group (group S) and lumbar plexus block group (group L).In group S,0.5 % hyperbaric ropivacaine 3 ml was injected into the subarachnoid space.In group L,lumbar plexus block was performed with 30 ml of 0.5 % ropivacaine under the guidance of a nerve stimulator.The onset time and duration of sensory block,anesthetic efficacy,and requirement for ephedrine and volume of fluid infused during operation,and development of lumbar plexus block-related adverse events were recorded.Results Compared with group S,the onset time and duration of sensory block were significantly prolonged,the requirement for ephedrine and volume of fluid infused during operation were decreased,and no significant change was found in anesthetic efficacy in group L.No lumbar plexus block-related adverse events developed in group L.Conclusion Lumbar plexus block can be used for unilateral extremity artificial vascular graft between femoral artery and deep femoral artery in elderly patients.
6.Retrospective analysis in 13 children with Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon and review of literature
Yamei ZHAO ; Yijin GAO ; Ying ZHOU ; Jing MA ; Ci PAN ; Jingyan TANG
Journal of Clinical Pediatrics 2017;35(6):458-461,466
Objective To improve understanding of the clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of childhood Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon (KMP). Methods The clinical data of 13 patients admitted for KMP to XXX from January 2010 to January 2016 was retrospectively analyzed, with a review of relevant literature. Results The patients were 10 males and 3 females. The age of presentation varied from newborn to 5 months. 12 patients had cutaneous manifestations, like petechiae, ecchymosis, jaundice, skin masses, etc, 1 patient had pleural effusion. The location of lesions varied. The laboratory hallmark consists of profound thrombocytopenia and hypofibrinogenemia with elevated D-dimers. The median time from initial presentation to diagnosis was 60 days. After approaches like surgery, corticosteroids, propranolol, interferon, sirolimus, etc, 10 patients got remission while 3 patients died. 6 patients treated with sirolimushad complete response. Conclusions KMP is characterized with vascular tumor, severe thrombocytopenia and consumptive coagulopathy. Clinically, KMP often presents with early-onset and delay in diagnosis. Surgery is an effective approach for KMP. Sirolimus appears to be a promising treatment for KMP.
7.Effect of additives on absorption of Coptis chinensis total alkaloids and pharmacokinetics in mice.
Yamei LI ; Xiaoli YE ; Xuemei LI ; Haofeng CHU ; Guoyin LIU ; Yan ZHU ; Xin CHEN ; Jiazhou ZHOU ; Xuegang LI
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2009;34(3):344-348
OBJECTIVETo evaluate the effect of additives on absorption of Coptis chinensis total alkaloid and their pharmacokinetics in mice.
METHODThe mice were fed with the mixture of C. chinensis total alkaloids and additives (1:1). And then the feces and orbital blood were taken to detect the content of total alkaloids by HPLC and their pharmacokinetics.
RESULTGlutin could make the absorption of jatrorrhizine, coptisine, berberine and total alkaloids increased by 30%. Tween 80 and arabic gum did not affect the absorption of berberine, but inhibit that of other alkaloids. There had no influence of lecithin on the absorption of alkaloids. The peak time of total alkaloids in blood were 2 h (Cmax 1=5.9 mg x L(-1)) and 5.0 h (Cmax 2=3.4 mg x L(-1)), respectively, AUC was 17.6 mg x h x L(-1), the elimination of Half-life t1/2 was 5.2 h. After addition of glutin, the peak time of total alkaloids in blood were 1.5 h (Cmax 1=7.6 mg x L(-1)) and 4.8 h (Cmax 2=8.5 mg x L(-1)), AUC was up to 31.1 mg x h(-1) x L(-1), the elimination of Half-life t1/2 was 6.2 h.
CONCLUSIONGlutin could accelerate the mice on the absorption of C. chinensis total alkaloids, to extend the elimination half-life, increase the blood concentration and bioavailability.
Absorption ; drug effects ; physiology ; Alkaloids ; blood ; pharmacokinetics ; Animals ; Berberine ; analogs & derivatives ; blood ; Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid ; Coptis ; chemistry ; Diterpenes ; pharmacology ; Drug Interactions ; Female ; Food Additives ; pharmacology ; Half-Life ; Male ; Mice
8. Study of Basal metabolic rate of 81 young adults aged 20-29 years old in Changsha
Xu ZHOU ; Deqian MAO ; Jiayou LUO ; Jinghuan WU ; Qin ZHUO ; Yamei LI
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2017;51(7):642-646
Objective:
To determine the basal metabolic rate (BMR) of young adults aged between 20-29 years old in Changsha.
Methods:
We recruited volunteers to join in our research project from April to May, 2015. All recruited volunteers must meet the inclusion criteria: aged 20-29 years old, height between 164-180 centimeters in males and 154-167 centimeters in females, in good health condition, and with no habit of regular physical exercise in last year. Finally, 81 qualified volunteers were selected as research objects, including 43 males and 38 females. The BMR, resting lying metabolism rate and resting sitting metabolism rate of the subjects were detected, and the determined BMR was compared with the calculated
results:
from the adjusted Schofield equation. Results The BMR, resting lying metabolism rate and resting sitting metabolism rate among males were (166.10±22.09), (174.22±24.56), and (179.54±23.35) kJ·m-2·h-1, respectively, which were all higher than those among females were (137.70±20.04), (149.79±19.25), and (167.78±26.02) kJ·m-2·h-1, respectively, (
9.Research progress on risk assessment tools for venous leg ulcer
Jinhong YING ; Chunmei ZHANG ; Yamei WU ; Zhenhua HE ; Honghua ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2019;25(31):4117-4119
This paper summarizes the development status of prognostic risk assessment tools for venous leg ulcer(VLU) wounds at home and abroad, summarizes and analyses the risk factors affecting the long-term prognosis of patients with VLU, aims to summarize the practical experience of the development and application of risk assessment for VLU at home and abroad to guide the clinical nursing work in China, so as to form a risk assessment scale for VLU.
10.The clinical value of coronary flow reserve via dynamic single photon emission computed tomography in evaluating coronary microcirculation function in patients with heart failure
Yu SONG ; Xiaotong CUI ; Yamei XU ; Jingmin ZHOU ; Junbo GE
Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine 2024;47(9):785-790
Objective:To study the value of coronary flow reserve (CFR) via dynamic single photon emission computed tomography (D-SPECT) in evaluating coronary microcirculation dysfunction (CMD) in patients with heart failure.Methods:A prospective research method was adopted. One hundred and ninety-four patients with heart failure from September 2019 to September 2020 in Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University were selected. The patients were tested for CFR using D-SPECT, and CFR<2 was defined as CMD. The general data were recorded, including age, gender, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, heart rate, smoking history, New York Heart Association (NYHA) heart function classification, comorbidities and medication situation. The laboratory test results were recorded, including blood urea nitrogen, blood creatinine, blood uric acid, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), cardiac troponin T (cTnT) and N terminal pro B type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP). The left atrial diameter (LAD), left ventricular end diastolic diameter (LVEDD), left ventricular end systolic diameter (LVESD), interventricular septal thickness (IVST), pulmonary artery systolic pressure (PASP) and left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) were measured by cardiac ultrasound. After discharge, patients were followed up in outpatient or telephone contact, with the primary endpoint event being a composite endpoint consisting of cardiovascular death and heart failure readmission. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to analyze the risk factors of CFR. The Kaplan-Meier survival curve was draw, and the log-rank test was used to evaluate the effect of CFR on prognosis.Results:Among 194 patients, 133 patients had CMD (CMD group), and the incidence of CMD was 68.56%; 61 patients did not have CMD (non-CMD group). There were no statistical differences in gender composition, BMI, smoking history proportion, blood pressure, heart rate, hypertension rate, atrial fibrillation rate, diabetes mellitus rate, renal dysfunction rate, medication situation, LAD, LVEDD, IVST, PASP, blood urea nitrogen, blood creatinine, blood uric acid, eGFR and hs-CRP between two groups ( P>0.05). The age, rate of NYHA heart function classification Ⅲ to Ⅳ grade, rate of myocardial infarction or revascularization history, LVESD, cTnT and NT-proBNP in CMD group were significantly higher than those in non-CMD group: (60.7 ± 14.0) years old vs. (55.9 ± 15.8) years old, 54.89% (73/133) vs. 26.23% (16/61), 22.56% (30/133) vs. 1.64% (1/61), (48.8 ± 13.1) mm vs. (44.6 ± 11.4) mm, 0.023 (0.015, 0.046) μg/L vs. 0.015 (0.010, 0.023) μg/L and 1 591 (751, 3 409) ng/L vs. 1 132 (288, 1 860) ng/L, the LVEF was significantly lower than that in non-CMD group: (40.9 ± 14.2)% vs. (45.5 ± 14.1)%, and there were statistical differences ( P<0.05 or <0.01). Multiple linear regression analysis result showed that the cTnT was an risk factor of CFR ( β = - 0.18, 95% CI - 0.82 to - 0.06, P = 0.025). The median followed up time was 230 (136 to 330) d, 10 patients were lost to follow-up, with 58 patients in CMD group completing follow-up and 126 patients in the non-CMD group. The incidences of primary endpoint event and heart failure readmission in CMD group were significantly higher than those in non-CMD group: 23.02% (29/126) vs. 3.45% (2/58) and 15.87% (20/126) vs. 3.45% (2/58), and there were statistical differences ( P<0.01); there was no statistical difference in incidence of cardiovascular death between two groups ( P>0.05). Kaplan-Meier survival curve analysis result showed that the event free survival rate in CMD group was significantly lower than that in non-CMD group, and there was statistical difference (log-rank χ2 = 11.92, P<0.01). Conclusions:CMD is highly prevalent in patients with heart failure, and it is associated with poor prognosis. Improving CMD for improving coronary microcirculation may be potential targets for the treatment of heart failure.