1.Study of surface electromyographic signal features of pelvic floor muscles in patients with complete spinal cord injury
Xueping LI ; Anliang CHEN ; Jun ZHOU ; Kai CHENG ; Yunlong YU ; Hongfei ZHANG ; Yige ZHOU ; Changjun YU
Chinese Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2008;30(12):816-818
Objective To investigate changes of surface electromyogr8phic(sEM G)signal of pelvic floor muscles in complete spinal cord injury(cSCI)patients with neurogenic bowel dysfunction.Methods Fifteen hospitalized patients with cSCI(observation group)and fifteen normal subjects(control group)were involved in this study.The root mean square(RMS)of sEMG signals were collected at pelvic floor muscles with rectal surface electrode when subjects'pelvic floor muscles were rest(10 s),fleetly contract(2 s×3),continually contract(10 s).Both groups'data of different contracting states of pelvic floor muscles were analyzed and compared.Results The max RMS and average RMS(16.61±2.83,13.52±2.22)at pelvic floor muscles'rest in observation group were higher than that in control group(8.41±5.55,3.45±1.53).There was statistical difference between two groups(P<0.01).In the subjects of observation group max RMS and average RMS(20.24±13.99,13.36±2.39)at continual contraction and average RMS(13.40±2.31)at fleet contraction were nearly the same as RMS value at pelvic floor muscles'rest.There was no statistical difference between these two states(P>0.05).Conclusion The sEMG could be a quantitative index in assessing function of pelvic floor muscles and the neurogenic bowel dysfunction after cSCI.It can supply some clinical value in framing the training of pelvic floor muscles and improving the bowel dysfunction.
2.A correlation study between ITGA6 gene, chromosome 8q24, MSMB genes and prostate cancer
Jianye WANG ; Ze YANG ; Dong WEI ; Xiaohong SHI ; Yaoguang ZHANG ; Ming LIU ; Xin WANG ; Changhu ZHOU ; Xin CHEN ; Jin HUANG ; Yige YANG
Chinese Journal of Urology 2011;32(7):471-476
Objective To explore the correlation between ITGA6 gene (rs12621278, G), MSMB gene (rs10993994, T), chromosome 8q24 (rs10086908, T) and prostate cancer (PCa) in Beijing residents, and to explore the correlation between genotype and phenotype in PCa patients. Methods PCa patient phenotypes were collected including clinical, genetic, dietary habits, hobbies and blood samples. ITGA6 gene (rs12621278, G), chromosome 8q24 (rs10086908, T) and MSMB gene (rs10993994, T) compared the allele distribution between 112 PCa and 91 healthy control age matched patients. The genotype and phenotype analysis was conducted in the 2 groups. Results Between the case and control groups, only rs10993994, T of MSMB gene (case 56.4%,control 46.2%) was significantly different (P=0.001; OR=1.97, 95%CI:1.28-3.04). The rs10086908, T of 8q24 (case 83.5%, control 79.2%) and rs12621278, G of ITGA6 gene (case 27.2%, control 27.0%) were not significantly associated with PCa in the study sample (P>0.05). Quantitative trait analysis showed that the disease duration of ITGA6 risk genotypes (G/G,1.40±0.55 years) in PCa patients was significantly shorter (P=0.003) than the other genotype carriers (A/G, 4.38±3.10 years; A/A, 2.37±1.84 years). Conclusion The genetic variation in MSMB is possibly associated with PCa susceptibility, suggesting that MSMB genes might be associated with PCa in a Chinese population.
3.Clinical significance of blood lipids, lipoproteins, PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, and CYFRA21-1 levels in patients with advanced gastric cancer
Yunbo BAI ; Kun LIU ; Yige ZHANG ; Zhigang FAN
Journal of Chinese Physician 2023;25(5):709-713,718
Objective:To investigate the significance of blood lipids [triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC)], lipoproteins [high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (LDL)], and serum levels of pentraxin-3 (PTX-3), thyroid transcription factor-1 (TTF-1), neuron specific enolase (NSE), and human cytokeratin 21-1 fragment (CYFRA21-1) in patients with advanced gastric cancer, and to provide a basis for the early, middle, and late diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer.Methods:127 gastric cancer patients admitted to 3201 Hospital from January 2019 to January 2022 were selected as the research subjects. They were divided into early stage group ( n=45), mild stage group ( n=43), and late stage group ( n=39) based on their condition. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect blood lipids (TG, TC), PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, CYFRA21-1, and chemical precipitation method was used to detect lipoprotein metabolism (HDL, LDL) in the three groups of patients. The differences in blood lipids, lipoproteins, PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, and CYFRA21-1 between three groups of gastric cancer patients and the late stage group of gastric cancer patients before and after surgery were analyzed. Logistic regression analysis was conducted to investigate the correlation between blood lipids (TG, TC), lipoprotein (HDL, LDL), PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, CYFRA21-1, and gastric cancer incidence. The predictive value of individual and combined detection of the above indicators for gastric cancer was analyzed using the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. Results:The results showed that the TG, TC, and LDL levels in the late stage group were higher than those in the mild stage and early stage groups (all P<0.05), while the HDL levels were lower than those in the mild stage and early stage groups (all P<0.05). The serum levels of PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, and CYFRA21-1 were higher than those in the mild stage and early stage groups (all P<0.05). The postoperative levels of TG, PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, CYFRA21-1, TC, and LDL in the late stage group were significantly lower than those before surgery (all P<0.05) and the HDL level was higher than that before surgery ( P<0.05). The levels of TG, TC, HDL, LDL, PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, and CYFRA21-1 were correlated with the late onset of gastric cancer (all P<0.05). The ROC curve showed that the area under the ROC curve (AUC) of PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, and CYFRA21-1 combined detection was significantly higher than that of PTX3, TTF1, NSE, and CYFRA211 alone. Among them, PTX-3+ TTF-1+ NSE+ CYFRA21-1 combined detection had the highest AUC, sensitivity, and specificity. Conclusions:Patients with advanced gastric cancer have abnormal levels of blood lipids (TG, TC), lipoprotein (HDL, LDL), and serum PTX-3, TTF-1, NSE, and CYFRA21-1. Effective intervention measures need to be developed based on the above indicators to improve survival rate.
4.Analysis of factors influencing stone recurrence and establishment of risk prediction model after laparoscopic common bile duct exploration combined with laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Xiaoyang ZHANG ; Hanxiang YU ; Junye WEN ; Wenjuan BAO ; Xing XU ; Yige SHI
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2024;30(10):766-770
Objective:To explore the risk factors for stone recurrence after laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (LCBDE) combined with laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) and to develop a risk prediction model.Methods:Clinical data of 344 patients with bile duct stones who underwent LCBDE combined with LC at Hebei General Hospital from January 2016 to March 2022 were retrospectively analyzed, including 165 males and 179 females, aged (62.72±13.56) years old. Patients were divided into two groups based on whether stones recurred during the follow-up period: recurrence group ( n=37) and non-recurrence group ( n=307). Clinical data such as common bile duct diameter, stone size, number of stones and duration of T-tube drainage were collected from the patients. Logistic regression was used to analyze the risk factors for postoperative stone recurrence, and then developed a logistic regression model. The predictive efficacy of the model was assessed by the area under the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve, and the Hosmer-Lemeshow test. Results:The results of multifactorial logistic regression analysis showed that patients with ≥2 choledochal stones had a high risk of stone recurrence after LCBDE combined with LC ( OR=3.094, 95% CI: 1.069-8.954, P=0.037). In contrast, regular postoperative oral choleretic medication was a protective factor for stone recurrence after LCBDE combined with LC ( OR=0.160, 95% CI: 0.072-0.354, P=0.001). A logistic regression model, based on the number of common bile duct stones and regular postoperative oral choleretic medication, was developed to predict the recurrence of bile duct stones in patients who underwent LCBDE combined with LC. The area under the ROC curve for this model was found to be 0.821 (95% CI: 0.758-0.885). The Hosmer-Lemeshow test, χ 2=7.26, P=0.509, suggested that there is good agreement between the model's predicted probabilities and ideal probabilities. Conclusions:The number of stones (≥2) is an independent risk factor for stone recurrence after LCBDE combined with LC in patients with bile duct stones. Regular postoperative oral choleretic medication is a protective factor for stone recurrence after LCBDE combined with LC. Predictive models based on the number of choledochal stones and regular postoperative oral choleretic medication have better efficacy in predicting postoperative stone recurrence.
5.Effect of minimally invasive transverse tibial bone transfer in the treatment of diabetic foot
Kai DING ; Yuan WANG ; Xiaoyu DAI ; Chenyang XU ; Yige ZHANG ; Wenge DING
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2024;44(16):1093-1103
Objective:To investigate the precautions and clinical effects of minimally invasive lateral bone transfer of tibia in the treatment of diabetic foot.Methods:A retrospective analysis was performed on 82 patients with diabetic foot admitted to the Trauma Department of Changzhou First People's Hospital from January 2019 to December 2022. According to the Wagner grade of diabetic foot, there were 12 cases of grade 2, 50 cases of grade 3, and 20 cases of grade 4. According to the surgical method, 45 patients were divided into bone transfer group. There were 29 males and 16 females, with an average age of 65.27±10.74 years (ranging from 44-87 years), who underwent minimally invasive bone transfer of tibia combined with local debridement treatment. In the non-bone transfer group, there were 37 cases (26 males and 11 females) with an average age of 66.05±11.08 years (ranging from 44 to 86 years), who were treated with local debridement. Gender, age, Wagner grade, surface temperature difference of the affected limb, visual analogue scale (VAS) score of the affected limb before and 1 month after surgery, wound healing rate 1 month after surgery, and recurrence rate of the affected foot 1 year after surgery were compared between the two groups. Outcomes of the cases of different Wagner grades were compared.Result:All 82 patients were followed up for 14.23±1.20 months. There was no significant difference in gender, age, Wagner grade and preoperative VAS between the two groups ( P>0.05). The skin temperature of the affected limb before and after surgery in the bone transfer group was significantly higher than that in the non-bone transfer group 1.93±0.31 ℃ ( P<0.05), and the VAS of the bone transfer group was 2.18±0.58 points 1 month after surgery, which was lower than that in the non-bone transfer group of 5.41±0.93. The VAS difference before and after surgery in the bone transfer group was 4.80±1.24 points, which was greater than that in the non-bone transfer group of 1.62±1.48 points with significant difference ( P<0.05). The wound healing rate was over 98.78%±2.17% in the bone transfer group and 52.57%±6.41% in the non-bone transfer group one month after surgery. No recurrence or recurrence was found in the bone transfer group one year after surgery, and the recurrence rate was 86% (32/37) in the non-bone transfer group with significant difference ( P<0.05). There was no difference in preoperative VAS for different grades of diabetic foot (grades 2, 3, and 4). There were significant differences in VAS, VAS decrease, postoperative limb surface temperature increase, local wound healing rate at 1 month, and lower limb ulcer recurrence or recurrence rate at 12 months in the bone transfer groups of Wagner grade 2, 3, and 4 ( P<0.05). Conclusion:Minimally invasive lateral bone transfer of tibia combined with local precision debridement could significantly increase the healing rate of diabetic foot ulcer, improve the peripheral microcirculation of the affected limb, reduce the pain of the affected limb, and decrease the recurrence rate of diabetic foot ulcer.
6.Effects of electroacupuncture preconditioning of "Neiguan"(PC 6) on myocardial ischemia reperfusion injury via Akt/mTOR pathway
Dongdong LIU ; Miaoying HE ; Yige ZHANG ; Dan LI ; Chengcheng ZHANG ; Chao WANG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2023;45(6):703-708
Objective:To observe the effects of electroacupuncture preconditioning on the autophagy-related pathway protein kinase B (Akt)/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) in myocardial tissue of rats with myocardial ischemia reperfusion injury (MIRI); To investigate the protective mechanism of "Neiguan"(PC 6) on myocardial injury.Methods:Totally 48 SD rats were randomly divided into blank group, sham-operation group, model group and Neiguan group ( n=12 in each group). The Neiguan group was applied to bilateral "Neiguan"(PC 6) by electroacupuncture for 30 min, once daily for consecutive 7 days before model replication. Except in the blank group, the MIRI model was established by ligation of the descending anterior branch of the left coronary artery in the rest groups after the intervention. The histomorphological changes in the myocardium of the rats were observed by HE staining, and the expression levels of Akt, phosphorylated Akt (p-Akt), mTOR and phosphorylated mTOR (p-mTOR) in the myocardium were measured by protein immunoblotting. The ratio of p-Akt/Akt and p-mTOR/mTOR was calculated. Results:In the blank group, the myocardial fibres were arranged regularly and neatly, and no inflammatory cell infiltration or haemorrhage was seen in the interstitium; in the sham-operation group, the arrangement of myocardial fibers was slightly irregular, no rupture was found, and a small amount of myocardial fiber gap was slightly enlarged; in the model group, the distribution of myocardial fibers was disordered, hypertrophic cardiomyocytes increased, some mitochondria were red and swollen or the outer membrane was ruptured, and inflammatory infiltration and hemorrhage were seen in the interstitium; the extent of myocardial lesions in the Neiguan group was less than that in the model group, with a small amount of interstitial hemorrhage and inflammatory cell infiltration. There was no statistical significance in the levels of Akt and mTOR in the myocardial tissues of the rats in each group ( P>0.05); compared with the sham-operation group, the levels of p-Akt, p-mTOR and p-Akt/Akt, p-mTOR/mTOR in the model group decreased ( P<0.01); compared with the model group, the levels of p-Akt, p-mTOR and p-Akt/Akt, p-mTOR/mTOR in the Neiguan group increased ( P<0.01). Conclusion:Electroacupuncture preconditioning may inhibit excessive autophagy by activating the Akt/mTOR pathway in cardiomyocytes of MIRI rats, thereby exerting a protective effect on the myocardium.
7.Surgical treatment method and short-term outcomes of high-energy injury type tibial plateau fracture combined with anterior cruciate ligament injury
Xiaoyu DAI ; Kejie WANG ; Kai DING ; Chenyang XU ; Yige ZHANG ; Wenge DING
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2023;43(22):1533-1542
Objective:To investigate the one-stage surgical treatment method and short-term therapeutic effect for combined anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in Schatzker IV-VI tibial plateau fractures.Methods:A retrospective study was conducted on 79 patients with Schatzker IV-VI tibial plateau fractures who underwent surgical treatment at the Department of Traumatic Orthopedics in The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University from April 2016 to February 2021 and there were 47 males and 32 females with a mean age of 51.5±13.2 years (ranging from 21 to 73 years old). Combined with preoperative MRI manifestations, meniscus injuries and avulsion fractures of collateral ligament complex were all repaired in one stage, primary reconstruction was not performed for the combined substantive injury of ACL body, and the displaced avulsion fracture of ACL insertion was only reduced without separate fixation during open reduction and internal fixation for fractures. Visual analogue scale (VAS), knee flexion range of motion, and American Hospital for Special Surgery Knee Joint (HSS) scores were used to evaluate the treatment outcomes at 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively and the last follow-up.Results:All 79 patients successfully completed the surgery and were followed up for 23.6±2.2 months. The incidence of combined ACL injury was approximately 23% (18/79) with the main manifestation being intercondylar ridge avulsion fracture of ACL (10/18, 56%), which was more common in SchatzkerIV fractures (60%, 6/10). Postoperative KT-1000 measurements on the side-to-side difference in forward displacement of the healthy and affected knee joint showed no significant change in patients with ACL avulsion fracture and body injury, and there was no statistically significant difference compared to the normal range ( P>0.05). No statistically significant difference could be observed in postoperative VAS between ACL avulsion fracture, ACL body injury, and non-ACL injury groups ( P>0.05). At 3, 6, 12 months and the last follow-up after surgery, knee flexion range of motion in patients with intercondylar eminence avulsion fracture of ACL 99.7°±8.9°, 110.5°±10.3°, 120.9°±10.5°, and 121.5°±10.2° was lower than that in patients without ACL injury 106.5°±10.1°, 119.1°±9.8°, 128.3°±10.4°, and 128.3°±9.3°, and the differences were statistically significant ( P<0.05). At 3 and 6 months after surgery, patients with intercondylar eminence avulsion fracture of ACL had lower HSS scores 72.7±5.3 and 80.4±4.6 points compared to those without ACL injury 76.3±4.1 and 83.6±4.5 points, and the differences were statistically significant ( P<0.05). Conclusion:During the surgical treatment of Schatzker IV-VI tibial plateau fractures, it is feasible to treat possible concomitant injuries such as meniscus on the basis of reduction and fixation of the fracture without reconstructing the ACL in one stage, and to treat displaced ACL intercondylar eminence avulsion fractures by correct reduction without separate fixation. This treatment method can achieve good short-term postoperative outcomes.
8.Effect of soft brace wearing on plantar dynamics in patients with chronic ankle instability
Yubao MA ; Zhibin HUANG ; Yige LI ; Zhijiao FAN ; Lihua ZHANG ; Fenglong SUN
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2024;30(5):613-620
Objective To investigate the effect of daily soft brace wearing on plantar dynamics during walking in patients with chronic ankle instability(CAI). Methods A total of 52 patients with unilateral chronic ankle instability(CAI)in Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital from February,2021 to January,2023 were randomly divided into control group(n=26)and experimental group(n=26).Both groups underwent an eight-week exercise training program.The control group wore placebo brace dur-ing daily activities,while the experimental group wore soft ankle brace.Plantar dynamic parameters were mea-sured using a pressure plate system during walking,including peak plantar pressure and plantar impulse before and after intervention. Results Six participants dropped out in the control group and five in the experimental group,resulting in a final inclu-sion of 41 participants.After intervention,there was no significant difference in peak plantar pressure and im-pulse on the affected side in the control group among different areas(P>0.05).In the experimental group,the peak pressure and impulse in the heel medial,heel lateral and forefoot medial areas increased(|t|>4.192,P<0.001),while the peak pressure and impulse in the midfoot and lateral forefoot areas decreased(t>2.984,P<0.05);the peak pressure and impulse in the heel medial,heel lateral and forefoot medial areas were higher in the experimental group than in the control group(|t|>2.126,P<0.05),and the peak pressure and impulse were low-er in the midfoot and forefoot lateral areas(t>2.133,P<0.05). Conclusion Wearing a soft brace during daily activities may optimize the distribution of peak plantar pressure and plan-tar impulse on the affected side in patients with CAI,which may prevent recurrence of sprains.
9.Analysis of pediatric flexible flatfoot screening and associated factors among children aged 7-8 in Changzhou City
Chinese Journal of School Health 2024;45(10):1471-1475
Objective:
To analyze the prevalence and related factors of pediatric flexible flatfoot (PFF) among 7-8 year old children in Changzhou, so as to provide a feasible basis for the prevention and treatment of PFF.
Methods:
From December 2023 to February 2024, a total of 1 685 children aged 7-8 from 10 primary schools in Changzhou were selected by stratified cluster random sampling method, and screened for PFF by using a foot optical assessment recording device. Information including sex, body mass index (BMI), diet, exercise and shoe wearing habits were collected. The valgus angle of the hindfoot was measured on the body surface by using an orthopedic measuring ruler in the standing position. Pain levels were evaluated by using visual analogue score (VAS) for children with flatfoot syndrome. Multivariate Logistic analysis was used to analyze related factors of PFF.
Results:
The overall detection rate of PFF was 27.4%, and there was a significant difference in the detection rate of PFF between boys and girls, with 30.3% and 24.1% respectively ( χ 2=7.96, P < 0.01 ). Most cases of PFF were mild flatfoot (60.8%) and bilateral ( 60.4% ). Approximately 13.2% of children with PFF had flatfoot syndrome, with a mean VAS of (2.86±0.73). About 56.1% of children with PFF had a normal valgus angle of the hindfoot. Sex, high BMI and preference for shoe last with front upturned shoe shape were positively correlated with the detection of PFF ( OR= 1.74, 1.54, 1.13, P <0.05). After stratified by sex, regular exercise in boys and age in girls were negatively correlated with the detection of PFF ( OR=0.40, 0.64, P <0.05).
Conclusions
The detection rate of PFF in 7-8 year old children is high. Additionally, PFF combined with flatfoot syndrome or valgus hindfoot is relatively rare and is likely to be underestimated, which emphasizes the importance of early detection and intervention for PFF.
10.Theoretical knowledge level of professional nurses engaged in enterostomy nursing in secondary and tertiary general hospitals in Henan Province
Yanli LI ; Yige XU ; Chengshu YANG ; Ke ZHANG ; Qingrong QU
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2021;27(27):3693-3697
Objective:To investigate the theoretical knowledge level of clinical nurses engaged in enterostomy nursing in secondary and tertiary general hospitals in Henan Province, so as to provide the basis for departments to carry out specialized training and improve the quality of enterostomy special nursing.Methods:On the basis of literature review and expert letter consultation, enterostomy knowledge test for clinical nurses was formed, including the dimensions of enterostomy special nursing and patient health education. Using the convenient sampling method, clinical nurses who engaged in enterostomy-related nursing work in 39 secondary and tertiary general hospitals in Henan Province were selected as the research objects from February to May 2019. The enterostomy knowledge test for clinical nurses was used to investigate enterostomy specialized knowledge of nurses, and their scores were analyzed by single factor analysis. In this study, a total of 420 tests were issued and 382 valid tests were effectively recovered, with an effective recovery rate of 90.95%.Results:The total score of the enterostomy knowledge test of 382 nurses was (65.80±13.84) , the total score of enterostomy special nursing dimension was (32.17±7.12) , and the total score of patient health education dimension was (33.64±7.66) . 62.83% (240/382) of nurses basically mastered the knowledge of enterostomy. In the enterostomy knowledge test for clinical nurses, the error rates of prevention and identification of complications, management of complications and clinical selection and application of stoma bag were relatively high. There were statistically significant differences in the scores of the enterostomy knowledge test among nurses of different hospital levels, highest educational background, technical title, working time limit and the time limit of engaging in enterostomy nursing work ( P<0.05) . Conclusions:Professional nurses engaged in enterostomy nursing do not have a comprehensive grasp of enterostomy related knowledge, so the departments should pay more attention to special nursing training of enterostomy and improve overall level of enterostomy nursing in the department.