1.The value of coronary CT angiography-based traditional features and radiomics in identification of culprit plaques to cause acute myocardial infarction
Pei NIE ; Shuo ZHANG ; Yan DENG ; Shifeng YANG ; Xinxin YU ; Kaiyue ZHI ; He ZHU ; Peng LI ; Jingjing CUI ; Wenjing CHEN ; Yanmei WANG ; Yuchao XU ; Dapeng HAO ; Ximing WANG
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2025;59(9):1017-1028
Objective:To investigate the value of coronary CTA (CCTA)-based traditional features and radiomics of plaque in the identification of culprit lesions that caused acute myocardial infarction (AMI).Methods:This was a retrospective multicenter study. From July 2016 to November 2023, a total of 344 patients from the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University (training cohort, n=184), Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University (validation cohort, n=88) and Qilu Hospital of Shandong University (test cohort, n=72) who received percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) due to AMI and underwent CCTA within 48 hours of AMI were enrolled. The culprit plaques and non-culprit plaques were identified using a combination of electrocardiogram, CCTA, and angiographic findings. The vessel, plaque location, plaque type, Coronary Artery Disease-Reporting and Data System (CAD-RADS) score, high-risk plaque characteristics, plaque length, plaque volume, and burden were analyzed, and 1 904 radiomics features were extracted for each plaque. The traditional imaging model, the radiomics model, and the combined model were established by using multivariate Logistic regression analysis. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) was used to evaluate the performance of each model in identifying culprit lesions. The DeLong test was used for the comparison of AUC between every two models. The net reclassification index (NRI) was used to evaluate the incremental value of the combined model to the traditional imaging model and the radiomics model. The decision curve analysis (DCA) was used to assess the clinical net benefit of these models. A correlation heatmap was used to evaluate the correlation between the radiomics score and traditional CCTA factors. The interpretable analysis of the decision process of the combined model was performed by the Shapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP). Results:In the validation cohort and the test cohort, the AUC of the traditional imaging model developed by the vessel, plaque type, positive remodeling and CAD-RADS score was 0.898 (95% CI 0.869-0.922) and 0.881 (95% CI 0.848-0.910), respectively. The radiomics model developed by six radiomics features was 0.863 (95% CI 0.831-0.891) and 0.863 (95% CI 0.827-0.864), respectively. The AUC of the combined model was 0.930 (95% CI 0.905-0.950)and 0.919 (95% CI 0.889-0.942), respectively. In the validation cohort and the test cohort, the AUC of the combined model was higher than that of the traditional imaging model ( Z=4.013, 4.272, P<0.001) and that of the radiomics model ( Z=4.819, 3.784, P<0.001), respectively. In the validation cohort, the combined model yielded an NRI of 20.43% (95% CI 10.43%-30.44%, P<0.001) and 20.21% (95% CI 9.62%-30.80%, P<0.001) for identifying culprit lesions compared with the traditional imaging model and the radiomics model, respectively. In the test cohort, the combined model yielded an NRI of 28.05% (95% CI 16.72%-39.38%, P<0.001) and 23.57% (95% CI 13.58%-33.56%, P<0.001) for identifying culprit lesions compared with the traditional imaging model and the radiomics model, respectively. DCA showed the combined model had the highest clinical net benefit. The correlation heatmap showed the radiomics score was not correlated or only weakly correlated with traditional CCTA factors. SHAP indicated the radiomics and CAD-RADS score contributed significantly to the model. Conclusion:The CCTA-based traditional features and radiomics of plaque have favorable performance for the identification of culprit plaques in patients with AMI.
2.Research progress on the role of cancer-associated fibroblasts in cholangiocarcinoma
Xiaojun SUI ; Lei YANG ; Dihua LI ; Dapeng ZHANG ; Xiangyu SUN
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2025;31(10):792-796
Cholangiocarcinoma has an extremely poor prognosis, and the efficacy of existing treatment methods is limited. In the highly desmoplastic tumor microenvironment of cholangiocarcinoma, cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are the core regulators. Their significant heterogeneity and complex intercellular crosstalk network are not only key factors driving cholangiocarcinoma progression and drug resistance, but also highly promising therapeutic targets. This review focuses on the characteristics of CAFs in cholangiocarcinoma and the key crosstalk mechanisms between CAFs and tumor cells as well as immune cells, and summarizes the research progress and limitations of current therapeutic strategies targeting CAFs.
3.The value of coronary CT angiography-based traditional features and radiomics in identification of culprit plaques to cause acute myocardial infarction
Pei NIE ; Shuo ZHANG ; Yan DENG ; Shifeng YANG ; Xinxin YU ; Kaiyue ZHI ; He ZHU ; Peng LI ; Jingjing CUI ; Wenjing CHEN ; Yanmei WANG ; Yuchao XU ; Dapeng HAO ; Ximing WANG
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2025;59(9):1017-1028
Objective:To investigate the value of coronary CTA (CCTA)-based traditional features and radiomics of plaque in the identification of culprit lesions that caused acute myocardial infarction (AMI).Methods:This was a retrospective multicenter study. From July 2016 to November 2023, a total of 344 patients from the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University (training cohort, n=184), Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University (validation cohort, n=88) and Qilu Hospital of Shandong University (test cohort, n=72) who received percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) due to AMI and underwent CCTA within 48 hours of AMI were enrolled. The culprit plaques and non-culprit plaques were identified using a combination of electrocardiogram, CCTA, and angiographic findings. The vessel, plaque location, plaque type, Coronary Artery Disease-Reporting and Data System (CAD-RADS) score, high-risk plaque characteristics, plaque length, plaque volume, and burden were analyzed, and 1 904 radiomics features were extracted for each plaque. The traditional imaging model, the radiomics model, and the combined model were established by using multivariate Logistic regression analysis. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC) was used to evaluate the performance of each model in identifying culprit lesions. The DeLong test was used for the comparison of AUC between every two models. The net reclassification index (NRI) was used to evaluate the incremental value of the combined model to the traditional imaging model and the radiomics model. The decision curve analysis (DCA) was used to assess the clinical net benefit of these models. A correlation heatmap was used to evaluate the correlation between the radiomics score and traditional CCTA factors. The interpretable analysis of the decision process of the combined model was performed by the Shapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP). Results:In the validation cohort and the test cohort, the AUC of the traditional imaging model developed by the vessel, plaque type, positive remodeling and CAD-RADS score was 0.898 (95% CI 0.869-0.922) and 0.881 (95% CI 0.848-0.910), respectively. The radiomics model developed by six radiomics features was 0.863 (95% CI 0.831-0.891) and 0.863 (95% CI 0.827-0.864), respectively. The AUC of the combined model was 0.930 (95% CI 0.905-0.950)and 0.919 (95% CI 0.889-0.942), respectively. In the validation cohort and the test cohort, the AUC of the combined model was higher than that of the traditional imaging model ( Z=4.013, 4.272, P<0.001) and that of the radiomics model ( Z=4.819, 3.784, P<0.001), respectively. In the validation cohort, the combined model yielded an NRI of 20.43% (95% CI 10.43%-30.44%, P<0.001) and 20.21% (95% CI 9.62%-30.80%, P<0.001) for identifying culprit lesions compared with the traditional imaging model and the radiomics model, respectively. In the test cohort, the combined model yielded an NRI of 28.05% (95% CI 16.72%-39.38%, P<0.001) and 23.57% (95% CI 13.58%-33.56%, P<0.001) for identifying culprit lesions compared with the traditional imaging model and the radiomics model, respectively. DCA showed the combined model had the highest clinical net benefit. The correlation heatmap showed the radiomics score was not correlated or only weakly correlated with traditional CCTA factors. SHAP indicated the radiomics and CAD-RADS score contributed significantly to the model. Conclusion:The CCTA-based traditional features and radiomics of plaque have favorable performance for the identification of culprit plaques in patients with AMI.
4.Research progress on the role of cancer-associated fibroblasts in cholangiocarcinoma
Xiaojun SUI ; Lei YANG ; Dihua LI ; Dapeng ZHANG ; Xiangyu SUN
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2025;31(10):792-796
Cholangiocarcinoma has an extremely poor prognosis, and the efficacy of existing treatment methods is limited. In the highly desmoplastic tumor microenvironment of cholangiocarcinoma, cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are the core regulators. Their significant heterogeneity and complex intercellular crosstalk network are not only key factors driving cholangiocarcinoma progression and drug resistance, but also highly promising therapeutic targets. This review focuses on the characteristics of CAFs in cholangiocarcinoma and the key crosstalk mechanisms between CAFs and tumor cells as well as immune cells, and summarizes the research progress and limitations of current therapeutic strategies targeting CAFs.
5.Effects of oscillating field stimulation on the proliferation of endogenous neural stem cell and recovery of motor function in rats after spinal cord injury
Kunkun ZHANG ; Chen SHAO ; Shaolin QIAO ; Dapeng QIU ; Zhengjie LIU
China Modern Doctor 2025;63(19):12-15,41
Objective To investigate the effec of oscillating field stimulation on the proliferation of endogenous neural stem cell(ENSC)and recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury(SCI)in rats.Methods The SCI model was established by using the improved Allen's strike method and was randomly divided into experimental group and control group,with 60 rats in each group.The experimental group received an oscillating field implant as the intervention,while the control group was equipped with the same device but without activation.After successful modeling,the spinal cord of rats was removed on the 3rd,7th and 14th day,respectively.The proliferation of ENSC was detected by neuroepithelial stem cell protein(Nestin)/5-bromodeoxyuridine(BrdU)immunofluorescence,and the expression of Wnt-3a protein in spinal cord was detected by immunohistochemistry.At the 4th,6th and 8th week,the spinal cord was stained with osmic acid to observe the formation of myelin sheath in rats,and Basso-Beattle-Bresnahan(BBB)functional score of each group of rats was performed before sampling.Results The immunofluorescence results showed that Nestin/BrdU double positive cells in the injured area could be seen in both groups on the 3rd day after SCI,reaching a peak on the 7th day,and gradually decreased on the 14th day,and still maintained at a high level.At the same time,number of Nestin/BrdU double positive cells in experimental group rats at each time point was more than that in control group.The immunohistochemical results showed that the expression level of Wnt-3a protein in experimental group rats at each time point was higher than that in control group(P<0.05).At the 6th and 8th weeks,the number of myelin sheaths in experimental group rats was significantly higher than that in control group(P<0.05).At the 4 th,6th and 8th weeks,the BBB scores of rats in experimental group were significantly higher than those in control group(P<0.05).Conclusion The oscillating field stimulation can induce the proliferation of ENSC after SCI by activating Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway,promote myelin regeneration,and improve motor function of rats.
6.The impact of body constitutional metabolic phenotype on the outcomes of hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage patients one year after onset.
Yue ZHANG ; Zhiwei XU ; Yuxin LI ; Dapeng DAI ; Aimin LI
Clinical Medicine of China 2025;41(3):175-181
Objective:To explore the impact of body constitutional metabolic phenotype on the outcomes of hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage (HICH) patients one year after onset.Methods:This study retrospectively studied the clinical data of 467 HICH patients admitted to the First People's Hospital of Lianyungang City from May 2021 to May 2023. Based on telephone follow-up after one year, the patients were categorized into two groups: a good outcome group (287 cases) and a poor outcome group (180 cases). According to the patients' body mass index (BMI) and metabolic status, the population was divided into six phenotypes: metabolically healthy with normal weight (MH-NW), metabolically healthy with overweight (MH-OW), metabolically healthy obesity (MHO), metabolically unhealthy normal weight (MU-NW), metabolically unhealthy with overweight (MU-OW), and metabolically unhealthy with obesity (MUO). The baseline data of the two groups were compared between two groups. The influencing factors of adverse outcomes in patients with HICH one year after onset were analyzed. Quantitative data that conforms to normal distribution were represented by xˉ±s, and independent sample t-test was used for comparison between two groups; The measurement data of skewed distribution was represented by M ( Q1, Q3), and Mann Whitney U test was used for comparison between the two groups; Count data was presented as an example (%), and comparison between groups was conducted using the χ2 test. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to analyze the influencing factors of poor prognosis in HICH patients one year after onset. Results:BMI, high density lipoprotein cholesterol(HDL-C) levels and baseline Glasgow coma score(GCS) score in the poor outcome group were lower than those in the good outcome group [23.8 (22.4, 26.1) kg/m 2 vs. 25.0 (22.5, 27.4) kg/m 2, Z=-2.31, P=0.021; 1.1 (1.0,1.4) mmol/L vs. 1.3 (1.0,1.6) mmol/L, Z=-4.18, P<0.001; 14 (13,15) score vs. 10 (7,13) score, Z=-10.20, P<0.001]. The incidence of hemorrhage into the ventricle, cerebral hernia, pulmonary infection and hydrocephalus [43.3%(78/180) vs. 23.7% (68/287). 5.6%(10/180) vs. 0.7% (2/287), 48.9%(88/180) vs. 6.6% (19/287), 5.0%(9/180) vs. 1.4% (4/287), χ2=19.86, P<0.001, χ2=10.43, P<0.001, χ2=111.90, P<0.001, χ2=5.32, P=0.021], proportion of surgical removal of hematoma [41.1%(74/180) vs. 19.5% (56/287), χ2=25.69, P<0.001], systolic blood pressure [158 (141,173) mmHg vs. 152 (138,169) mmHg, Z=-2.18, P=0.029] and fasting blood glucose [6.9 (5.7,8.2) mmol/L vs. 6.3 (5.4,7.8) mmol/L, Z=-2.08, P=0.038] were higher than those in good outcome group. The metabolic phenotypes in the poor conversion group were as follows: 41 cases (22.8%) of MH-NW, 23 cases (12.8%) of MH-OW, 9 cases (5.0%) of MHO, 54 cases (30.0%) of MU-NW, 33 cases (18.3%) of MU-OW, and 20 cases (11.1%) of MUO. Conversely, the metabolic phenotypes in the good conversion group were as follows: 67 cases (23.3%) of MH-NW, 77 cases (26.8%) of MH-OW, 31 cases (10.8%) of MHO, 40 cases (13.9%) of MU-NW, 46 cases (16.0%) of MU-OW, and 26 cases (9.1%) of MUO. Regarding metabolic types, the poor conversion group comprised 73 healthy cases (40.6%) and 107 unhealthy cases (59.4%), whereas the good conversion group had 177 healthy cases (61.7%) and 110 unhealthy cases (38.3%). In terms of body mass, the poor conversion group included 94 cases (52.2%) of normal weight, 57 cases (31.7%) of overweight, and 29 cases (16.1%) of obesity. Conversely, the good conversion group had 108 cases (37.6%) of normal weight, 122 cases (42.5%) of overweight, and 57 cases (19.9%) of obesity.There were statistically significant differences in the composition ratios of physical metabolic phenotype, metabolic type, and xBMI type between the two groups of patients ( χ2=29.56, P<0.001, χ2=19.83, P<0.001, χ2=9.68, P=0.008). Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that after adjusting for other risk factors related to the prognosis of HICH, HDL-C ( OR=0.30, 95% CI: 0.12-0.75, P=0.010), admission GCS score ( OR=0.71, 95% CI:0.64-0.79, P<0.001), MH-OW ( OR=0.38, 95% CI: 0.17-0.82, P=0.013) and MHO ( OR=0.30, 95% CI:0.09-0.99, P=0.048) were all protective factors for adverse outcomes in patients with HICH 1 year after the onset of the disease, and hemorrhage into the ventricle ( OR=2.46, 95% CI:1.41-4.32, P=0.002) and pulmonary infection ( OR=9.13, 95% CI: 4.78- 17.44, P<0.001) were risk factors for adverse outcomes. Conclusions:MH-OW and MHO are beneficial to the prognosis of HICH patients 1 year after the onset of HICH. The secondary prevention of HICH patients should pay attention to the BMI level and comprehensive metabolic status of the patients.
7.Analysis of risk factors for early death in hyperleukocytic acute leukemia
Minghuan SU ; Zhangsong YAN ; Qiuling LI ; Jiayuan ZHANG ; Yanke YIN ; Bo HU ; Yongze LIU ; Dapeng LI ; Yingchang MI
Chinese Journal of Hematology 2025;46(1):53-57
Objective:This study analyzed the clinical characteristics and early mortality risk factors in patients with hyperleukocytic acute leukemia (HAL) to provide a basis for predicting early prognosis.Methods:Data were retrospectively collected from 211 patients with primary HAL who visited the Emergency Center of the Hematology Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, between July 1, 2019 and November 30, 2021. The value of each indicator in early risk stratification and prognosis was analyzed.Results:The early-death group exhibited higher WBC, peripheral blood immature cell proportions, prothrombin times (PT), fibrinogen degradation products (FDP), and D-dimer levels than the non-early death group ( P<0.05). Mortality in hyperleukocytic AML (20.5% ) was significantly higher than that in hyperleukocytic ALL (9.3% ) ( P<0.05). There were significant differences in age, creatinine, PT, fibrinogen (FIB) levels, WBC, lactic dehydrogenase (LDH), uric acid, blood potassium, blood calcium, and blood phosphorus levels between the two groups of patients ( P<0.05). A WBC threshold of 255.96×10?/L predicted early mortality with 65.6% sensitivity and 69.0% specificity, with higher WBC levels associated with a 5.164-fold increased mortality risk ( P<0.05). The age, WBC, LDH, urea, PT, FDP and D-dimer of patients at the time of consultation are risk factors affecting the survival of HAL ( P<0.05) . Conclusion:HAL is a life-threatening condition with a high early mortality. Age, WBC, LDH, urea, PT, FDP and D-dimer are risk factors for early death in HAL.
8.Expert consensus on holistic integrative management of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma
Moyi SUN ; Zongxuan HE ; Qianwei NI ; Xiaoying LI ; Lin KONG ; Qing XI ; Wei GUO ; Zhangui TANG ; Guoxin REN ; Zhijun SUN ; Jian MENG ; Jie ZHANG ; Jichen LI ; Yue HE ; Chunjie LI ; Lizheng QIN ; Kai YANG ; Bing HAN ; Yan SUN ; Haijun LU ; Xiaohong ZHAN ; Dapeng HAO ; Kai SONG ; Haoyue XU ; Lingxue BU ; Jieying LI ; Man HU ; Mingjin XU ; Yun LI ; Wei SHANG
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2025;41(3):293-304
Oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma(OPSCC)is a malignant tumor originating from the squamous epithelium of the oro-pharyngeal mucosa,accounting for more than 90%of oropharyngeal malignancies.In recent years,human papillomavirus(HPV)infec-tion has become one of the primary etiological factors of oropharyngeal squamous carcinoma.The incidence of HPV-associated oropharyn-geal squamous carcinoma has been rising annually,with a noticeable trend toward younger populations,posing a significant threat to hu-man health.Due to the distinct biological behavior and clinical characteristics of HPV-associated oropharyngeal squamous carcinoma com-pared to its non-HPV-related counterpart,the diagnostic and treatment strategies for oropharyngeal squamous carcinoma have undergone substantial changes.Prevention and screening for oropharyngeal squamous carcinoma are of critical importance.The diagnostic and treat-ment process involves multi-disciplinary collaboration,including oral and maxillofacial surgery,otolaryngology,head and neck surgery,oncology,radiology and pathology.Based on evidence from clinical practice,a comprehensive,integrated diagnostic and therapeutic ap-proach has been established,centered around the concept of"prevention,screening,diagnosis,treatment,and rehabilitation",covering the entire patient lifecycle and providing a valuable reference for clinical practice.
9.Application effect of combination treatment of laparoscope and resectoscope for bladder diverticula(report of 9 cases)
Chao WANG ; Meixia ZHENG ; Rongyuan ZHANG ; Shiqing ZHANG ; Dapeng YU ; Lei XING ; Kuan JIA ; Chuan LÜ ; Yuehai YU
China Journal of Endoscopy 2025;31(5):84-88
Objective To evaluate the surgical technique and clinical value of laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy guided by inserting ureteral catheters into the diverticulum under plasmakinetic resectoscope.Methods From December 2018 to May 2024,9 patients underwent laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy in combination with resectoscope.Each patient had a solitary bladder diverticulum with a median maximum diameter of 6.40(5.70,7.40)cm(range:5.0~8.5 cm).Among the 9 patients,3 patients had concurrent benign prostatic hyperplasia(BPH)and simultaneously underwent transurethral plasmakinetic resection of the prostate;1 patient had concurrent both BPH and bladder calculi,requiring simultaneously underwent plasmakinetic resection of the prostate and bladder calculi removal;2 patients required ureteral reimplantation as the diverticulum was directly involving the ureteral orifice;1 case underwent ureteroscopic double-J stent implantation because the opening of the ipsilateral ureter was adjacent to the entrance of the diverticulum.Results Bladder diverticulectomy was successfully performed in the all patients.Median operative time was 160.00(120.00,317.50)min(range:85~345 min).Median estimated blood loss was 20.00(10.00,150.00)mL(range:10~300 mL).No iatrogenic injuries to adjacent organs were observed.Pelvic drains were removed 1~3 d postoperatively,with no urine leakage.Urinary catheters were maintained for 7~10 d after operation.Follow-up at 3~12 months showed no recurrence or hydronephrosis in any of the patients.Conclusion Laparoscopic resection of bladder diverticula guided by ureteral catheter placed into bladder diverticula by means of resectoscope has the advantages of less trauma,less bleeding and faster recovery,and is an effective measure for the treatment of bladder diverticula.
10.Working practices in eliminating the public health crisis caused by viral hepatitis in Hainan Province of China
Weihua LI ; Changfu XIONG ; Taifan CHEN ; Bin HE ; Dapeng YIN ; Xuexia ZENG ; Feng LIN ; Biyu CHEN ; Xiaomei ZENG ; Biao WU ; Juan JIANG ; Lu ZHONG ; Yuhui ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(2):228-233
In 2022, Hainan provincial government launched the project for the prevention and control of viral hepatitis with the goals of a hepatitis B screening rate of 90%, a diagnostic rate of 90%, and a treatment rate of 80% among people aged 18 years and above by the year 2025, and the main intervention measures include population-based prevention, case screening, antiviral therapy, and health management. As of December 31, 2024, a total of 6.875 million individuals in the general population had been screened for hepatitis B, with a screening rate of 95.6%. A total of 184 710 individuals with positive HBsAg were identified, among whom 156 772 were diagnosed through serological reexamination, resulting in a diagnostic rate of 84.9%. A total of 50 742 patients with chronic hepatitis B were identified, among whom 42 921 had hepatitis B-specific health records established for health management, with a file establishment rate of 84.6%. A total of 31 553 individuals received antiviral therapy, with a treatment rate of 62.2%. A total of 2.503 million individuals at a high risk of hepatitis C were screened, among whom 4 870 tested positive for HCV antibody and 3 858 underwent HCV RNA testing, resulting in a diagnostic rate of 79.2%, and 1 824 individuals with positive HCV RNA were identified, among whom 1 194 received antiviral therapy, with a treatment rate of 65.5%. In addition, 159 301 individuals with negative HBsAg and anti-HBs and an age of 20 — 40 years were inoculated with hepatitis B vaccine free of charge. Through the implementation of the project for the prevention and control of viral hepatitis, a large number of hepatitis patients have been identified, treated, and managed in the province within a short period of time, which significantly accelerates the efforts to eliminate the crisis of viral hepatitis.

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