2.Environmental and Microbial Factors in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Model Establishment: A Review Partly through Mendelian Randomization
Zesheng LIN ; Wenjing LUO ; Kaijun Z ZHANG ; Shixue DAI
Gut and Liver 2024;18(3):370-390
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a complex condition resulting from environmental, microbial, immunologic, and genetic factors. With the advancement of Mendelian randomization research in IBD, we have gained new insights into the relationship between these factors and IBD. Many animal models of IBD have been developed using different methods, but few studies have attempted to model IBD by combining environmental factors and microbial factors. In this review, we examine how environmental factors and microbial factors affect the development and progression of IBD, and how they interact with each other and with the intestinal microbiota. We also summarize the current methods for creating animal models of IBD and compare their advantages and disadvantages. Based on the latest findings from Mendelian randomization studies on the role of environmental factors in IBD, we discuss which environmental and microbial factors could be used to construct a more realistic and reliable IBD experimental model. We propose that animal models of IBD should consider both environmental and microbial factors to better mimic human IBD pathogenesis and to reveal the underlying mechanisms of IBD at the immune and genetic levels.We highlight the importance of environmental and microbial factors in IBD pathogenesis and offer new perspectives and suggestions for improving experimental animal modeling. Our goal is to create a model that closely resembles the clinical picture of IBD.
3.Research on minimally invasive release treatment of stenosing tenosynovitis of flexor digitorum.
China Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology 2013;26(5):438-440
The minimally invasive release treatment of TCM Small Needle-Knife for the stenosing tenosynovitis of flexor digtorum-"trigger finger" has a more satisfied efficacy. In recent years, many clinicians use self-made small sharp scalpels, iris knives, small sickles, push shear knives, and other improved alternatives to instead of the traditional small needle-knives. Changing the original small needle-knife vertical stabbed cutting method, take a mini-incision, along the traveling direction of flexor tendon make a vertical hook cut, pick cut, straight push cut and any other cuts, completely cut the stenosis of the tendon sheath pulley, to achieve the release therapeutic purposes. The experience of most scholars is: Detailed and thorough understanding refers to the anatomical level of the flexor tendon and surrounding tissue, the structural relationship; Strictly adhere to the indications of minimally invasive release therapy; Proficiency in a dedicated minimally invasive release needle-knives, scalpels, and standardized methods of operation; Accurate positioning before surgery, in surgery traveling direction along flexor tendon, continuous incision to release the middle along the tendon. It can achieve the same or even higher incision release efficacy than the traditional treatment, at the same time also avoids common adverse complications.
Finger Joint
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surgery
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Fingers
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surgery
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Humans
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Tendon Entrapment
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surgery
4.Measurement and analysis of cochlea in children with congenital sensorineural hearing loss with normal inner ear structure.
Yy HONG ; W L LIU ; Q X ZENG ; S L GAO ; R Z LUO
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2018;32(17):1316-1318
The cochlea of children with congenital sensorineural hearing loss with normal inner ear structure was measured and analyzed by high-resolution temporal bone CT(HRCT) imaging technique,its application value before cochlear implantation was evaluated and the appropriate electrode was selected.We collected temporal bone HRCT images of 120 patients with congenital sensorineural hearing loss,according to gender divided into two groups,including 60 males and 60 females.We used the PACS software to measure the distance A(the largest distance from the round window to the lateral wall) and the distance H(height of the cochlea) and calculate the cochlear duct length. Reproducibility of these data were evaluated and the results between the different groups were compared.Measurement of parameter values between the intraobserver and interobserver showed great reproducibility. In the male children group,the measured values are shown as distance A[(8.55±0.31)mm],distance H[(4.57±0.28)mm]and the cochlear duct length(CDL)[(27.59±1.23)mm]; and in the female children group, the measured values are shown as distance A[(8.45±0.32)mm],distance H[(4.42±0.34)mm]and the cochlear duct length(CDL)[(27.20±1.17)mm.The A,H,and CDL of the male cochlea were greater than those of the female, the difference was statistically significant(<0.05).Measuring the distance A and distance H of the cochlea and calculating the cochlear duct length CDL can be used to select a suitable length of electrode or to customize a personalized electrode. This is a simple and effective assessment method before cochlear implantation..
5.Chinese burn referral criteria (2018 version).
Chinese Burn Association ; Society of Burn Surgery of Chinese Medical Doctor Association ; Editorial Committee of Chinese Journal of Burns ; Burn Medicine Branch of China International Exchange and Promotion Association for Medical and Healthcare ; Burn and Trauma Branch of Chinese Geriatrics Society ; G X LUO ; Z Q YUAN ; Y Z PENG ; J WU ; Y S HUANG
Chinese Journal of Burns 2018;34(11):E001-E001
There is no national referral criteria for burns in China till now, which brings inconvenience and confusion. Based on the oversea experiences and the actual situation in China, many famous experts on burns discussed and developed this Chinese burn referral criteria (2018 version). We hope these referral criteria will be helpful in clinical practice in burn field and can be improved continuously during application.
Burn Units
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standards
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Burns
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therapy
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China
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Humans
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Practice Guidelines as Topic
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standards
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Referral and Consultation
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standards
6.Immunogenicity of inacitivated quadrivalent influenza vaccine in adults aged 18-64 years: A systematic review and Meta-analysis.
Z Y MENG ; J Y ZHANG ; Z G ZHANG ; D LUO ; X M YANG
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2018;39(12):1636-1641
Objective: To evaluate the immunogenicity of inactivated quadrivalent influenza vaccine (QIV) in adults aged 18-64 years, through a Meta-analysis. Methods: Literature was retrieved by searching the Medline, Cochrane Library, Science Direct in the past decade. All the studies were under random control trial (RCT) and including data related to immunogenicity which involving sero-protection rate (SPR) and sero-conversion rate (SCR) of the QIV, versus inactivated trivalent influenza vaccine (TIV) in the population aged 18 to 64. Revman 5.3 software was employed to manipulate the pooled date of the included literature. Result: A total of 8 studies for the SPR and SCR of the shared strains (two A lineage and one B lineage) were included. There appeared no significant differences in the response rates between the two vaccines. As for QIV versus TIV (B/Yamagata), the pooled RR of the SPR for B/Victoria was 1.28 (95%CI: 1.08-1.51, P<0.05), with the pooled RR of the SCR for B/Victoria as 1.94 (95%CI: 1.50-2.50, P<0.05). For QIV versus TIV (B/Victoria), the pooled RR of the SPR for B/Yamagata as 1.10 (95%CI: 1.02-1.18, P<0.05), and the pooled RR of SCR for B/Yamagata as 1.99 (95%CI: 1.34-2.97, P<0.05). Conclusion: In the population aged 18-64 years, inactivated QIV was equivalently immunogenic against the shared three strains included in the activated TIV while a superior immunogenic effect was noticed in the vaccine strain which did not include the inactivated QIV.
Adolescent
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Adult
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Antibodies, Viral/blood*
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Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
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Hemagglutination Inhibition Tests
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Humans
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Influenza A virus/immunology*
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Influenza B virus/immunology*
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Influenza Vaccines/immunology*
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Influenza, Human/prevention & control*
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Middle Aged
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Vaccines, Inactivated/immunology*
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Young Adult
7.Burden of cardiovascular diseases attributable to metabolism disorders, in Jiangsu province.
H YU ; Z Q FAN ; P F LUO ; J SU ; R Q HAN ; J Y ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2018;39(12):1596-1601
Objective: To quantify the burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) deaths that attributed to metabolic disorders in population aged ≥25 years in Jiangsu province. Methods: The data we used were from the following three sources: 1) 2015 Jiangsu Chronic Disease Risk Factor and Nutrition Survey, 2) death surveillance, 3) results of the 2016 Global Burden of Disease Study, based on population attributable fractions (PAF), to analyze related parameters as mortality, years of life lost (YLL), life expectancy (LE) and premature mortality. Results: Most people died from ischemic stroke (IS) showed the standard mortality as 87.48/100 000. High SBP appeared as the major cause on CVD deaths. PAF with high cholesterol and high BMI decreased along with the increase of age while high fasting plasma glucose increased. Deaths due to ischemic heart diseases, IS or hemorrhagic stroke that attributed to metabolism disorders would reduce the LE by 1.08, 1.07 or 0.55 years, respectively. Males appeared to have higher YLL than females and were more likely to die from premature CVD, as the consequence of having metabolism disorders. Conclusions: Blood pressure control should be considered an important approach to reduce the burden of CVD. According to the characteristics of gender-related risks and the distinct impact of age-related metabolism disorders on different CVD diseases, stratified strategies should be strengthened for comprehensive prevention and control of CVD, in Jiangsu province.
Adult
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Blood Pressure
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Cardiovascular Diseases/epidemiology*
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Chronic Disease
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Cost of Illness
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Female
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Humans
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Life Expectancy
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Male
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Metabolic Diseases/epidemiology*
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Mortality/trends*
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Mortality, Premature
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Risk Factors
9.Dairy product intake and influencing factors in residents of Shanghai.
Z Y WANG ; Z N ZHU ; J J ZANG ; S R ZOU ; B Z LUO ; X D JIA ; C Y GUO ; J X WANG ; S F SUN ; F WU
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2018;39(7):886-891
Objective: To understand the dairy product intake in residents of Shanghai, its seasonal changes and the influencing factors. Methods: A group of representative residents was surveyed and followed up in four seasons in Shanghai during 2012-2014. Information of the dairy product intake was collected by food frequency questionnaire. Results: Liquid milk and yogurt were the main dairy products consumed by the residents of Shanghai. The annual dairy product intake rate was 41.8%, and the median of dairy intake of milk was 145.3 g/d, accounting for 48.4% of reference dietary intake value, and only 4.5% of people's diary product intake reached intake reference value. The area specific differences in intake rate of liquid milk, yogurt and total dairy product intake were significant in four seasons and in whole year (P<0.05). The area specific differences in total dairy product intake were significant (P<0.05) in spring, summer and winter. In general, it was shown that dairy product intake in urban area was higher than that in suburban area and in rural area. The data of Shanghai and urban area showed that the total dairy product intake was significant different among four seasons (P<0.05), but no significant difference was observed among four seasons in suburban and rural areas. The logistic regression analysis results showed that people with average household income higher than local average level or higher education levels were more likely to consume dairy products daily. People who reported to have good health status or sleep quality were more likely to drink milk compared to those who have worse health status or sleep quality (P<0.05). Conclusions: Even though dairy product intake rate and volume have been improved in residents in Shanghai, it is still stay at lower level, especially in rural area. To promote consumption of dairy products, it is necessary to control diary product price from macro perspective, and strengthen healthy education about the importance of dairy product intake and guide residents to select suitable dairy products.
Animals
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China
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Dairy Products
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Diet
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Humans
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Milk
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Seasons
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Surveys and Questionnaires
10.Analysis on voluntary blood donation and associated factors in men who have sex with men in 3 cities in China.
X J MENG ; T J JIA ; H L YIN ; Z Z LUO ; Y DING ; W Y CHEN ; S J HUANG ; H P ZHENG ; B YANG ; A GRULICH ; Y LU ; Z Y WANG ; Y H QIAN ; H C ZOU
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2018;39(11):1443-1448
Objective: To assess the prevalence of blood donation and associated factors in men who have sex with men (MSM) in China. Methods: Our observational study was conducted between January and August, 2017 in 3 cities: Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Wuxi. Eligible participants were MSM (≥18 years old) who had either ≥2 male sex partners or unprotected anal sex with casual partners, or had been diagnosed with STI in the past 6 months. A self-completed tablet-based questionnaire was used to collect the information about MSM's socio-demographic characteristics, sexual behaviors and blood donation history. Results: A total of 603 MSM were enrolled in our study, including 302 in Guangzhou, 152 in Shenzhen and 149 in Wuxi, with a mean age of 27.9 years (SD=7.8). Overall, 29.2% (176/603) of the MSM reported a history of blood donation, and 33.1% (100/302)in Guangzhou, 27.6% (42/152) in Shenzhen and 22.8% (34/149) in Wuxi, the differences were not significant (χ(2)=6.421, P=0.093). Multivariate logistic regression analysis indicated that MSM had ever tested for HIV for ≥2 times in the past 12 months (vs. MSM tested for HIV one time, aOR=1.49, 95%CI: 1.08-2.19) or who had ever used gay dating app (vs. MSM who not used gay dating app, aOR=2.13, 95%CI: 1.12-4.44) were more likely to donate blood. Conclusions: Blood donation was common in MSM in China. Health education about blood donation in MSM should be strengthened to ensure the blood safety.
Adolescent
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Adult
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Blood Donors
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China
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Cities
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Cross-Sectional Studies
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Homosexuality, Male/statistics & numerical data*
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Humans
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Male
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Sexual Behavior
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Sexual Partners
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Surveys and Questionnaires