1.Construction of a quality control index system for intravenous medication admixture
Gancheng WANG ; Yawei DU ; Yinchu CHENG ; Rongsheng ZHAO
China Pharmacy 2026;37(5):559-564
OBJECTIVE To construct a scientific and systematic quality control index system for intravenous medication admixture, so as to ensure the safety of drug use and improve the quality of medical service. METHODS Based on literature analysis and cross-sectional survey, an initial indicator framework was formulated. Opinions were then gathered through two rounds of Delphi expert consultations, and the expert authority coefficient and Kendall’s coefficient of concordance were calculated to evaluate the consistency. Ultimately, the analytic hierarchy process was employed to determine the weights of each indicator and test for consistency in order to establish a scientific and systematic quality control indicator system for intravenous medication admixture. RESULTS The study conducted two rounds of expert consultation with an average positive coefficient of 95.92% and an average authority coefficient of 0.983. In the second round of the Delphi consultation, the Kendall’s coefficients of concordance for the first-, second-, and third-level indicators were 0.306, 0.440, and 0.394, respectively, all significantly higher than those in the first round (0.211, 0.274, 0.379). The final quality control system for intravenous medication admixture consisted of 6 first-level indicators (personnel, medicines and consumables, facilities and equipment, process management, environmental hygiene, and outcomes), 17 second-level indicators (e.g., education and training, staffing structure, workload, medication management, consumables management, and equipment maintenance), and 44 third-level indicators (e.g., average daily workload per person, proportion of pharmacy professionals, competency assessment pass rate, work system assessment pass rate, continuing education frequency and pass rate, and medication inventory accuracy). CONCLUSIONS The quality control system for intravenous medication admixture developed in this study demonstrates strong authority and scientific rigor, providing a theoretical basis and practical tool for the standardized management of intravenous medication admixture quality in hospitals.
2.Construction and validation of circadian rhythm genes-related prognostic risk model for lung adenocarcinoma
Yanqi CUI ; Hu ZHAO ; Yawei ZHANG ; Lin NI ; Duohuang LIAN ; Jingrong YANG ; Shixin YE ; Fengfeng XU ; Jincan ZHANG ; Zhiyong ZENG
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(04):550-558
Objective To explore the relationship between circadian rhythm genes and the occurrence, development, prognosis, and tumor microenvironment (TME) of lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD). Methods The Cancer Genome Atlas data were used to evaluate the expression, copy number variation, and somatic mutation frequency of circadian gene sets in LUAD. Gene ontology, Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes, and gene set enrichment analysis were used to explore the potential mechanisms by which circadian rhythm genes affected LUAD progression. Cox regression, least absolute shrinkage and selection operator regression, support vector machine recursive feature elimination, and random forest screened circadian genes and established prognostic models, and on this basis constructed nomogram to predict patients’ 1-, 3-, and 5-year survival rates. Kaplan-Meier survival curves, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves, and time-dependent ROC curves were drawn to evaluate the predictive ability of the model, and the external dataset of GEO further verified the prognostic value of the prediction model. In addition, we evaluated the association of the prognostic model with immune cells and immune checkpoint genes. Single cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) analysis was used to explore the molecular characteristics between prognostically relevant circadian genes and different immune cell populations in TME. Results Differentially expressed circadian rhythm genes were mainly enriched in biological processes related to cGMP-PKG signaling pathway, lipid and atherosclerosis, and JAK-STAT signaling pathway. Seven circadian rhythm genes: LGR4, CDK1, KLF10, ARNTL2, RORA, NPAS2, PTGDS were screened out, and a RiskScore model was established. According to the median RiskScore, samples were divided into a high-risk group and a low-risk group. Compared with patients in the low-risk group, patients in the high-risk group showed a poorer prognosis (P<0.001). Immunological characterization analysis showed that there were differences in the infiltration of multiple immune cells between the low-risk group and high-risk group. Most immune checkpoint genes had higher expression levels in the high-risk group than those in the low-risk group, and RiskScore was positively correlated with the expression of CD276, TNFSF4, PDCD1LG2, CD274, and TNFRSF9, and negatively correlated with the expression of CD40LG and TNFSF15. The scRNA-seq analysis showed that RORA and KLF10 were mainly expressed in natural killer cells. Conclusion The prognostic model based on seven feature circadian rhythm genes has certain predictive value for predicting survival of LUAD patients. Dysregulated expression of circadian genes may regulate the occurrence, progression as well as prognosis of LUAD through affecting TME, which provides a possible direction for finding potential strategies for treating LUAD from the perspective of mechanism by which circadian disorder affects immune cells.
3.Anti-osteoporosis Effect of Isorhamnetin: A Review
Shilong MENG ; Xu ZHANG ; Yawei XU ; Yang YU ; Wei LI ; Yanguang CAO ; Xiaolin SHI ; Wei ZHANG ; Kang LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(5):347-352
Osteoporosis is a common senile bone metabolism disease, clinically characterized by decreased bone mass, destruction of bone microstructure, increased bone fragility, and easy fracture. It tends to occur in the elderly and postmenopausal women, seriously threatening the quality of life and physical and mental health of the elderly. At present, the treatment of osteoporosis is mainly based on oral western medicines, such as calcium, Vitamin D, and bisphosphonates. Still, there are drawbacks such as a long medication cycle and many adverse reactions. In recent years, due to the advantages of multi-component, multi-pathway, and multi-target, some traditional Chinese medicines and effective ingredients can regulate the osteogenic and osteoclastic differentiation process in both directions and are widely used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Hippophae rhamnoides is a commonly used herbal medicine, and its fruits are rich in flavonoids, polyphenols, fatty acids, vitamins, and trace elements, which have been proven to have a good anti-osteoporosis effect. Isorhamnetin is the main effective ingredient of Hippophae rhamnoides fruits, which has many pharmacological effects such as anti-inflammation, anti-oxidative stress, anti-aging, and anti-tumor. Studies have shown that isorhamnetin can participate in the regulation of bone metabolism and has a good anti-osteoporosis effect. However, the pharmacological effects and related mechanisms of isorhamnetin against osteoporosis have not been systematically summarized. Therefore, this paper reviewed the pharmacological effects and related mechanisms of isorhamnetin against osteoporosis by referring to relevant literature to provide more basis for the development and application of isorhamnetin.
4.Analysis on Clinical Characteristics and Medication Patterns of 2 999 Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis Treated with Wangbi Tablets Based on the Real World
Kuayue ZHANG ; Chao LI ; Zhuoyun WU ; Yawei DONG ; Yuzhi LIU ; Jiaming LIN ; Yuefeng CHEN ; Baohong MI ; Chunzhu GONG ; Fuhui LIN ; Weiheng CHEN
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(2):156-163
Objective To study the clinical characteristics and medication patterns of Wangbi Tablets in treating patients with knee osteoarthritis(KOA)in the real world and to analyze the advantages and specific features of Chinese patent medicines in treating advantage disease.Methods A prospective case registry study was conducted,registering 3 000 patients from 30 TCM and Western medicine hospitals across China from April 2019 to December 2021.Data on gender,age,BMI,Chinese medicine staging(CMS),K-L grading,medication duration,VAS score,medical history and combined medication were collected for descriptive analysis.Comparisons were made between different stages and between single-use and combined-use groups.The Apriori algorithm was used for association analysis of combined medications.Results A total of 2 999 patients were included,with 2 063 females(68.79%)and 936 males(31.21%).The average age was(56.89±8.90)years.The average BMI was(23.80±2.88)kg/m2.The proportion of patients in CMS I was 512(17.07%),with a VAS median score of 8,while the proportion of patients in CMS Ⅱ was 2 181(72.73%),with a VAS median score of 6.The proportion of patients in CMS Ⅲ was 306(10.20%),with a VAS median score of 3;316 cases(10.54%)were classified as K-L grade I,2 477 cases(82.59%)as grade Ⅱ,204 cases(6.80%)as grade Ⅲ,and 2 cases(0.07%)as grade Ⅳ.Medication analysis indicated that the single-use group(1507 cases,50.25%)was larger than the combined-use group(1 492 cases,49.75%).In terms of the number of drugs used in combination,one(39.01%)and two(38.14%)were the main types;in terms of medication types,combination therapy with Western medicine(62.27%)and simultaneous use of Western medicine and other Chinese materia medica(26.14%)were the main methods;the top three drugs with the highest frequency of combination use were glucosamine capsules,imrecoxib tablets and sodium hyaluronate injection.The top three drug combinations with the highest support were"Huoxue Zhishang Powder+imrecoxib tablets","glucosamine capsules+imrecoxib tablets"and"glucosamine capsules+sodium hyaluronate injection".Inter-group comparisons showed that the medication duration for Wangbi Tablets in CMS I was longer than in CMS Ⅱ and CMS Ⅲ(P<0.01).The proportion of patients on monotherapy in CMS I(62.11%)was higher than in CMS Ⅱ(46.54%)and CMS Ⅲ(56.86%)(P<0.001).Among patients in CMS I(16.41%)and CMS Ⅲ(21.24%),the highest proportion used one combined medication,whereas in CMS Ⅱ,the highest proportion was for those using two combined medications(20.50%).In all three groups,CMS I(19.53%),CMS Ⅱ(33.70%)and CMS Ⅲ(30.72%),the highest proportion of combined medications was Western medicine.Conclusion More than half of the patients treated KOA with Wangbi Tablets alone.Approximately one-fifth of the patients were in CMS I,with a median pain score of 8.The average duration of medication for patients in CMS I,CMS Ⅱ and CMS Ⅲ decreases,and there is no obvious pattern in the medication method at different stages;combination therapy is represented by"Huoxue Zhishang Powder+imrecoxib tablets"and"glucosamine capsules+imrecoxib tablets".
5.Comparison of intraocular stability of intraocular lenses with different haptic designs after cataract surgery and its influencing factors
Shengnan WANG ; Xiao LI ; Yingjie CHI ; Yawei LI ; Guangying ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Ophthalmology 2025;43(3):256-262
Objective:To observe and analyze the intraocular stability of intraocular lens (IOL) with different haptic designs after cataract surgery by swept-source optical coherence tomography (SS-OCT) and analyze its influencing factors.Methods:A cohort study was conducted.Medical records of 130 consecutive patients (130 eyes) diagnosed with age-related cataract, who underwent phacoemulsification and IOL implantation at The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University from August 2021 to August 2022 were collected.According to the type of IOL implanted, the patients were divided into four groups, L-haptic group with 34 cases (34 eyes), modified C-haptic group with 30 cases (30 eyes), plate-haptic group with 36 cases (36 eyes), four-haptic group with 30 cases (30 eyes).Before surgery, the patient's axial length and IOL diopter were measured with an optical biometer, and the angle kappa and angle alpha were measured with corneal topography.At 3 months after surgery, the anterior chamber depth, decentration and tilt of IOL, the space area between IOL and posterior capsule (AREAP) of the four groups were measured using SS-OCT.And anterior chamber depth changes and diopter changes were calculated.This study complied with the Declaration of Helsinki.The study protocol was reviewed and approved by the Medical Ethics Committee of The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University (No.2022-KY-1222-002).All subjects were aware of the purpose and significance of this study and voluntarily signed the informed consent form.Results:The average decentration and tilt of the modified C-haptic, L-haptic, plate-haptic, and four-haptic IOL decreased successively at 3 months after surgery, with no statistically significant differences ( H=7.055, F=5.162; all P>0.05).The postoperative anterior chamber depth, the anterior chamber depth change, the diopter change and the AREAP of the modified C-haptic, L-haptic, plate-haptic, and four-haptic IOL decreased successively at 3 months after surgery, and the differences were statistically significant (all P<0.05).Preoperative angle kappa was positively correlated with postoperative 3-month IOL tilt ( r=0.554, P<0.001).Preoperative angle alpha was positively correlated with postoperative 3-month IOL tilt ( r=0.469, P<0.001).The multiple linear regression model constructed with preoperative angle kappa and preoperative angle alpha as independent variables and IOL tilt as dependent variable was statistically significant ( F=39.526, P<0.001, R2=0.384).For every 1 mm increase in preoperative angle kappa, postoperative tilt will increase by 0.438°; for every 1 mm increase in preoperative angle alpha, postoperative tilt will increase by 0.300°. Conclusions:All four IOLs with different haptic designs have good horizontal centering stability.The plate-haptic and the four-haptic IOLs have superior vertical stability compared to L-haptic and modified C-haptic designs.Preoperative angles kappa and alpha can be used as indicators to predict postoperative IOL tilt.
6.Role of MYADM in the cholesterol mediated proliferation and metastasis of lung adenocarcinoma
Yuan ZHAO ; Lizhen ZHANG ; Guangdong CHENG ; Yawei SUN ; Jinben MA ; Yanliang LIN
Chinese Journal of Oncology 2025;47(11):1080-1093
Objective:To explore the role and related mechanism of myeloid related differentiation markers (MYADM) in lung adenocarcinoma metastasis induced by high cholesterol diet.Methods:(1) Cell experiments: Using lung adenocarcinoma A549 and H1975 cells, the cells were treated with 0.8 mg/ml cholesterol and then transfected with a lentivirus to knock down MYADM. The overexpression of MYADM was achieved by transfecting the cells with an overexpression plasmid. Western blotting was used to detect the expression levels of MYADM, E-cadherin, β-catenin, MMP-2, MMP-9, and vimentin in the cells. The proliferation ability of the cells was assessed using the plate clonal formation assay, while the migration and invasion ability were evaluated using the Transwell assay. Western blot was used to determine the effects of MYADM knockdown or overexpression on these proteins. Western blot and immunofluorescence assays were conducted to investigate the impact of Akt phosphorylation on the expression of MYADM and Rac1 in cholesterol-treated lung adenocarcinoma cells, as well as the phosphorylation of c-Myc. Western blot was also used to assess the effect of c-Myc knockdown on the expression of MYADM and MCT1 in lung adenocarcinoma cells. Chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) assays were performed to investigate the impact of cholesterol on the binding between c-Myc and the promoters of MYADM and MCT1 in lung adenocarcinoma cells. (2) Animal experiment: A549 cells or A549 cells with MYADM knockdown were intravenously inoculated into BALB/c nude mice, which were then divided into a normal diet group and a high cholesterol diet group. Using a live imaging system, the growth and metastasis of tumors in the mice were monitored. After 42 days, lung tissues were collected for immunohistochemical staining to detect changes in relevant proteins.Results:After cholesterol treatment, the expression level of MYADM in A549 cells increased from 1.00±0.18 to 3.28±0.28 ( P<0.001), and in H1975 cells, it increased from 1.00±0.06 to 2.03±0.10 ( P<0.001). Compared with the control group, the expression of E-cadherin in lung adenocarcinoma cells after MYADM knockdown increased ( P<0.01), while the expressions of β-catenin, MMP-2, MMP-9, and vimentin decreased (all P<0.01). After MYADM knockdown, the number of clonal plates decreased in A549 cells (203±23 vs 60±18, t=8.48, P=0.001) and H1975 cells (298±64 vs 137±51, t=3.41, P=0.271). The number of invasive cells also decreased in A549 cells (212±18 vs 99±34, t=5.09, P=0.007) and H1975 cells (268±34 vs 134±14, t=6.31, P=0.003). Additionally, the number of migratory cells decreased in A549 cells (353±37 vs 124±29, t=8.44, P=0.001) and H1975 cells (279±41 vs 79±19, t=7.67, P=0.002). In the lung adenocarcinoma cells overexpressing MYADM, the expression of E-cadherin decreased ( P<0.01), while the levels of β-catenin, MMP-2, MMP-9, and vimentin increased (all P<0.01). The number of plate clonal colonies formed by lung adenocarcinoma cells overexpressing MYADM increased significantly in A549 cells, (94±26 vs 298±34, t=8.26, P=0.001) and H1975 cells (83±13 vs 331±24, t=15.74, P<0.001). The number of invasive A549 cells also increased (118±17 vs 193±24, t=4.41, P=0.012) and (156±19 vs 321±12, t=12.72, P<0.001). Additionally, the number of migrating cells increased in A549 cells (171±22 vs 284±15, t=7.35, P=0.002) and in H1975 cells (178±7 vs 263±12, t=10.6, P<0.001). Experiments related to the molecular mechanism showed that overexpression of MYADM promotes the expression of MCT1 in lung adenocarcinoma cells (all P<0.01). Cholesterol not only enhances the expression of MYADM in lung adenocarcinoma cells, but also boosts the expression of Rac1 and MCT1, as well as the phosphorylation of Akt and c-Myc (all P<0.05). Immunoprecipitation experiments revealed that in A549 cells treated with cholesterol, MYADM-Rac1 interaction levels increased from (100.0±15.9)% to (191.0±26.7)% ( P=0.007), while in H1975 cells, the levels increased from (100.0±18.2)% to (170.0±27.5)% ( P=0.021). ChIP confirmed that cholesterol treatment enhances the binding of c-Myc to the promoters of MYADM and MCT1. In vivo experiments demonstrated that a high-cholesterol diet promotes the metastasis of lung adenocarcinoma cells in mice, inducing the expression of MYADM, MCT1, and Rac1, as well as the phosphorylation of Akt and c-Myc in mouse lung tissue. Conversely, knocking down MYADM inhibits the metastasis of lung adenocarcinoma cells in mice, suppressing the expression of MYADM, MCT1, and Rac1, as well as the phosphorylation of Akt and c-Myc in mouse lung tissues. Conclusion:Cholesterol may induce lung adenocarcinoma cells proliferation and metastasis by regulating the MYADM/Rac1/Akt/c-Myc/MCT1 axis.
7.Observation on the therapeutic effect of Salvia miltiorrhiza polyphenolate injection combined with tirofiban on patients with acute cerebral infarction
Yawei ZHANG ; Saiqing QI ; Zhiguo SHEN ; Junchao LI
Tianjin Medical Journal 2025;53(2):203-207
Objective To investigate the influence of Salvia miltiorrhiza polyphenolate injection combined with tirofiban on the curative effect,macrophage migration inhibitory factor(MIF)level and hemorheology in patients with acute cerebral infarction(ACI).Methods A total of 116 patients with ACI were divided into the western medicine group(treated with tirofiban)and the combined group(treated with Salvia miltiorrhiza polyphenolate injection combined with tirofiban)by random number table method,with 58 cases in each group.Neurological deficit score(NIHSS)reduction was calculated,and the therapeutic effect was evaluated.Serum MIF,interleukin(IL)-6 and IL-1β levels were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA)before and after treatment.Changes of hemorheological indexes(whole blood viscosity,whole blood low tangential viscosity and fibrinogen)of ACI patients were detected by SA-6600 automatic hemorheometer before and after treatment.The occurrence of adverse reactions during treatment was recorded.The modified Rankin Scale(mRS)was used to evaluate the clinical outcome at 90 days of onset,and the Barthel index was used to evaluate the living ability of the patients before and after treatment.Results The total clinical effective rate of ACI patients was higher in the combined group than that in the western medicine group(89.66%vs.74.14%,P<0.05).After treatment,the levels of MIF,whole blood viscosity,whole blood low shear viscosity,fibrinogen,IL-6 and IL-1β were lower in 2 groups than those before treatment,and those were lower in the combined group than those in the western medicine group(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the total incidence of adverse reactions between the two groups(P>0.05).The Barthel index was higher after treatment in the two groups,and which was higher in the combined group than that of the western medicine group(P<0.05).The good outcome rate was higher in the combination group than that of the western medicine group(51.72%vs.32.76%,P<0.05).Conclusion Salvia miltiorrhiza polyphenolate injection combined with tirofiban has a obvious effect for ACI patients,which can reduce serum levels of MIF and inflammatory factors,improve hemorheology indicators and has a high safety.
8.Comparison of intraocular stability of intraocular lenses with different haptic designs after cataract surgery and its influencing factors
Shengnan WANG ; Xiao LI ; Yingjie CHI ; Yawei LI ; Guangying ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Ophthalmology 2025;43(3):256-262
Objective:To observe and analyze the intraocular stability of intraocular lens (IOL) with different haptic designs after cataract surgery by swept-source optical coherence tomography (SS-OCT) and analyze its influencing factors.Methods:A cohort study was conducted.Medical records of 130 consecutive patients (130 eyes) diagnosed with age-related cataract, who underwent phacoemulsification and IOL implantation at The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University from August 2021 to August 2022 were collected.According to the type of IOL implanted, the patients were divided into four groups, L-haptic group with 34 cases (34 eyes), modified C-haptic group with 30 cases (30 eyes), plate-haptic group with 36 cases (36 eyes), four-haptic group with 30 cases (30 eyes).Before surgery, the patient's axial length and IOL diopter were measured with an optical biometer, and the angle kappa and angle alpha were measured with corneal topography.At 3 months after surgery, the anterior chamber depth, decentration and tilt of IOL, the space area between IOL and posterior capsule (AREAP) of the four groups were measured using SS-OCT.And anterior chamber depth changes and diopter changes were calculated.This study complied with the Declaration of Helsinki.The study protocol was reviewed and approved by the Medical Ethics Committee of The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University (No.2022-KY-1222-002).All subjects were aware of the purpose and significance of this study and voluntarily signed the informed consent form.Results:The average decentration and tilt of the modified C-haptic, L-haptic, plate-haptic, and four-haptic IOL decreased successively at 3 months after surgery, with no statistically significant differences ( H=7.055, F=5.162; all P>0.05).The postoperative anterior chamber depth, the anterior chamber depth change, the diopter change and the AREAP of the modified C-haptic, L-haptic, plate-haptic, and four-haptic IOL decreased successively at 3 months after surgery, and the differences were statistically significant (all P<0.05).Preoperative angle kappa was positively correlated with postoperative 3-month IOL tilt ( r=0.554, P<0.001).Preoperative angle alpha was positively correlated with postoperative 3-month IOL tilt ( r=0.469, P<0.001).The multiple linear regression model constructed with preoperative angle kappa and preoperative angle alpha as independent variables and IOL tilt as dependent variable was statistically significant ( F=39.526, P<0.001, R2=0.384).For every 1 mm increase in preoperative angle kappa, postoperative tilt will increase by 0.438°; for every 1 mm increase in preoperative angle alpha, postoperative tilt will increase by 0.300°. Conclusions:All four IOLs with different haptic designs have good horizontal centering stability.The plate-haptic and the four-haptic IOLs have superior vertical stability compared to L-haptic and modified C-haptic designs.Preoperative angles kappa and alpha can be used as indicators to predict postoperative IOL tilt.
9.Clinical characteristics and risk factors of delayed viral clearance in 562 Chikungunya fever patients in Shunde region, Guangdong Province, 2025
Zuning REN ; Guotao LYU ; Qun LIN ; Zhifeng HONG ; Shuichun WAN ; Feng KANG ; Yanling OUYANG ; Chunhua TU ; Guo RAO ; Hua LIANG ; Yawei LIU ; Yan ZHU ; Jie PENG ; Jie SHEN ; Hong LI
Chinese Journal of Infectious Diseases 2025;43(8):449-456
Objective:To analyze the clinical characteristics of the Chikungunya fever outbreak in Shunde District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province in July 2025 and the risk factors associated with delayed viral RNA clearance.Methods:A total of 562 patients with Chikungunya fever admitted to three designated hospitals in Shunde District from July 10 to 30, 2025 were enrolled. Demographic data, clinical manifestations, and laboratory findings were collected. Patients were categorized into four age groups including minors (<18 years), young adults (18 to 39 years), middle-aged adults (40 to 64 years) and elderly adults (≥65 years). The differences of clinical characteristics among these age groups were analyzed. Intergroup comparisons were performed using chi-square test, one-way analysis of variance, or Kruskal-Wallis H test. Pairwise comparisons between groups were conducted using the Bonferroni or Games-Howell or Dunn method. Binary logistic regression was employed to analyze risk factors associated with delayed viral RNA clearance (>7 days). Results:The mean age of the 562 enrolled Chikungunya fever patients was (44.8±21.3) years. Fever, arthralgia and rash were the three core symptoms, with incidence rates of 87.5% (492/562), 88.4%(497/562) and 69.6%(391/562), respectively. At discharge, only 54.1%(304/562) of patients achieved complete symptom resolution, while 26.5%(149/562) still had arthralgia and 36.1%(203/562) had residual rash. Significant differences were observed among age groups in the incidence of fever ( χ2=9.43, P=0.024), peak body temperature ( F=6.54, P<0.001), incidence of arthralgia ( χ2=26.89, P<0.001), duration of arthralgia ( F=12.68, P=0.001), incidence of rash ( χ2=68.99, P<0.001), rate of residual rash at discharge ( χ2=32.37, P<0.001), lymphocyte count ( F=12.94, P<0.001), platelet count ( F=14.95, P<0.001), and C-reactive protein levels (CRP) ( H=94.18, P<0.001). Further pairwise comparisons revealed that compared to the middle-aged and elderly groups, the minor group had a higher incidence of fever and a lower incidence of arthralgia, and the duration of arthralgia was shorter than the elderly group (all P<0.008 3). Compared with the other three groups, the elderly group had lower incidence and residual rate of rash, and lower platelet counts (all P<0.008 3), and higher levels of CRP (all P<0.05). The elderly group had lower lymphocyte counts compared to the minor and young adult groups (both P<0.05). Significant differences were found among age groups in the time to viral RNA clearance ( F=5.77, P=0.003) and length of hospital stay ( F=11.64, P<0.001), with the elderly group having significantly longer duration for both compared to the other three groups (all P<0.05). Multivariate analysis showed that advanced age (odds ratio ( OR)=1.049, 95% confidence interval ( CI) 1.015 to 1.083), longer duration of fever ( OR=1.529, 95% CI 1.086 to 2.155) and longer duration of arthralgia ( OR=1.927, 95% CI 1.318 to 2.817) were independent risk factors for delayed viral RNA clearance (all P<0.05). Conclusions:Patients with Chikungunya fever in Shunde District primarily present with fever, arthralgia and rash. The incidence and characteristics of these three core symptoms show age-related variations. Elderly patients and those with longer durations of fever or arthralgia are more likely to experience delayed viral clearance.
10.Evaluation of ATP bioluminescence technology for cleaning and disinfection of flexible endoscopes: a meta-analysis
Can ZHAO ; Longsong LI ; Ke HAN ; Yawei BI ; Enqiang LINGHU ; Ningli CHAI
Chinese Journal of Digestive Endoscopy 2025;42(8):639-644
Objective:To systematically evaluate the efficacy of ATP bioluminescence technology versus traditional microbiology detection method in assessing flexible endoscope cleaning and disinfection.Methods:Eight Chinese and English databases, including PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, CNKI, Wanfang Database, VIP Chinese Medical Journal Database and China Biology Medicine disc, were searched from inception to October 1, 2023. Comparative studies on evaluating post-reprocessing endoscope quality using both methods were included. Positive sample numbers and positive rates were taken as the main effect indicators, and the fixed effect model was used to conduct a meta-analysis of the included literature.Results:A total of 14 Chinese and English articles were included, involving 4 569 samples (gastroscopes, colonoscopes, duodenoscopes and fiberbronchoscopes). The pooled analysis demonstrated low heterogeneity across studies ( I2=23%), with a combined odds ratio ( OR) of 1.57 (95% CI: 1.27-1.94). It indicated a statistically significant difference in positive detection rates between the two methods ( P<0.001). However, funnel plot analysis suggested potential publication bias. Conclusion:ATP bioluminescence correlates with microbiological methods for monitoring endoscope reprocessing. While ATP offers rapid assessment advantages, its consistently higher positive rates preclude replacement of conventional microbiological verification for terminal disinfection.

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