1.Establishment of a predictive model for the risk of hypoalbuminemia after partial hepatectomy based on machine learning methods
Dongqing CAI ; Shanhua TANG ; Yuancan XIAO ; Xiru LEI ; Suicheng LI ; Jie ZHOU
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(5):1109-1118
ObjectiveTo investigate the application value of a machine learning model based on preoperative clinical indicators in predicting the risk of hypoalbuminemia after partial hepatectomy. MethodsA retrospective analysis was performed for the clinical data of 700 patients who underwent partial hepatectomy in Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, from January 2018 to January 2023, including demographic data, history of underlying diseases, tumor characteristics, preoperative laboratory markers, and perioperative indicators. The research data were divided into a training set and a test set at a ratio of 7∶3. The two-independent-samples t test was used for comparison of normally distributed continuous data between two groups; the two-independent-samples Wilcoxon rank-sum test was used for comparison of continuous data with skewed distribution between two groups; the chi-square test or the Fisher’s exact test was used for comparison of categorical data between two groups. The least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) regression analysis was used to identify characteristic variables, and 7 machine learning algorithms were used to construct predictive models, i.e., logistic regression, decision tree, artificial neural network, K-nearest neighbors (KNN), support vector machine, eXtreme gradient boosting, and light gradient boosting machine. The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and the area under the ROC curve (AUC) were used to assess the discriminatory ability of models, and the DeLong test was used for comparison of AUC. The calibration curve and decision curve analysis were used to assess the calibration and clinical practicability of models, and the models were compared with albumin-bilirubin (ALBI) score and Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) score. SHapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) were used to interpret the key influencing factors for the optimal model. ResultsA total of 700 patients were finally enrolled, 283 (40.42%) developed hypoalbuminemia after surgery. The LASSO regression analysis identified 8 predictive factors of age, hepatitis B, fatty liver, blockade time, preoperative albumin (Alb), time of operation, intraoperative blood loss, and preoperative aspartate aminotransferase (AST). Among the 7 machine learning models, the KNN model showed the best overall predictive performance, with an AUC of 0.835 (95% confidence interval: 0.781 — 0.889), a sensitivity of 84.0%, and a specificity of 65.5% in the test set. ALBI and MELD scores had an AUC of 0.652 and 0.524, respectively, and the KNN model had a better predictive performance than these two scores (Z=5.309 and 8.945, both P <0.001). The calibration curve showed good consistency between predicted probabilities and actual incidence rates, and the decision curve analysis showed that the KNN model had net clinical benefit across a wide threshold range. The SHAP analysis showed that preoperative Alb, hepatitis B, time of operation, and age were the most significant influencing factors, and a synergistic effect was observed between hepatitis B and age/time of operation. ConclusionThe KNN machine learning model constructed based on preoperative clinical indicators can effectively predict the risk of hypoalbuminemia after partial hepatectomy and has a better performance than traditional scoring models, which provides a reference for the early identification of high-risk patients in clinical practice.
2.A prospective cohort study on the associations between dietary patterns in early childhood and myopia 5 years later among children
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(8):1080-1085
Objective:
To investigate the longitudinal associations between dietary patterns in early childhood and myopia among children, so as to provide evidence for improving early childhood dietary patterns and promoting healthy ocular development among children.
Methods:
Participants were derived from the Ma-anshan Birth Cohort (MABC). A total of 1 432 children were included. Dietary patterns at 2.5 years of age were collected in 2017 using a food frequency questionnaire completed by parents. In 2022, cycloplegic refraction and ocular biometric parameters were measured in children aged 7-8 years. Food components were grouped into tertiles ( T1-T 3), and latent class analysis (LCA) was used to identify dietary pattern at the age of 2.5. Log-binomial regression and multiple linear regression model were applied to examine the associations of dietary patterns and their latent classes with myopia, spherical equivalent (SE), and axial length (AL).
Results:
The prevalence of myopia among children was 23.9%. After adjusting for covariates, the T 2 group of cereals and tubers was negatively associated with myopia rate ( RR=0.72, 95%CI =0.57-0.90) and AL ( β=-0.15, 95%CI =-0.24 to -0.05), and positively associated with SE ( β=0.21, 95%CI =0.06-0.35)(all P <0.05). Linear regression models showed that the T 2 group of fruits and vegetables was positively associated with AL ( β=0.09, 95%CI =0.00- 0.19 ); the T 3 group of high sugar foods ( β=0.11, 95%CI =0.00-0.21) and the T 3 group of processed foods ( β= 0.10 , 95%CI =0.00-0.19) were positively associated with AL; total scores for high sugar foods ( β=0.07, 95%CI =0.00-0.14) and processed foods ( β=0.09, 95%CI =0.01-0.17) were positively associated with AL (all P <0.05). After adjusting for sex, age, and parental myopia, the comprehensive high intake pattern was positively associated with AL ( β=0.12, 95%CI =0.00-0.23, P <0.05). After further adjusting for daily screen time and daily outdoor activity time, the association was no longer statistically significant ( β= 0.11 , 95%CI =-0.00-0.23, P >0.05).
Conclusions
Moderate consumption of cereals and tubers in early childhood may reduce the risk of myopia and delay AL growth. In contrast, high sugar and highly processed diets may promote AL and increase myopia risk. Establishing healthy dietary habits in early childhood and limiting intake of high sugar and processed foods is crucial for promoting ocular development in children.
3.Treatment of Children Adenoid Hypertrophy Using the "Opening the Orifices and Regulating Qi Method"
Zhihao DIAO ; Shuai SONG ; Jingzhi ZHANG ; Yiyang SUN ; Dongqing DU ; Longtao ZHANG ; Yufei HU ; Yuxia MA
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(18):2011-2015
This paper summarizes the clinical experience in treating children adenoid hypertrophy using the "opening the orifices and regulating qi method". It is considered that the pathogenesis of adenoid hypertrophy in children is rooted in dysfunction of zangfu (脏腑) organs, with binding of phlegm and stasis as the branch. Obstruction of the cervical passes and rebellious, chaotic qi flow run through the entire course of the disease. The "opening the orifices and regulating qi method" is proposed, which emphasizes the regulation of the lung, spleen, liver, and stomach. By opening the cervical passes, regulating zangfu organs, and eliminating phlegm and stasis to harmonize the ascent and descent of qi, a comprehensive application of external traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapies, such as acupuncture, umbilical moxibustion with medicinals, collateral bloodletting, and sole therapy, is utilized. Addressing both root and branch causes, this approach provides new perspectives for treating children adenoid hypertrophy using external TCM therapies.
4.Discussion on the Performance-Based Salary Distribution Reform in Public Hospitals under the Requirements of High-Quality Development
Chang LU ; Dongqing ZHANG ; Xinyue LIU
Chinese Health Economics 2025;44(8):33-35,41
Building a scientific and reasonable performance-based salary distribution system is a key measure for public hospitals to adapt to new policies and environments,enhance operational management capabilities,and improve medical service levels.Based on the high-quality development of public hospitals,combined with medical reform policies and hospital development needs,it analyzes the current situation and problems of performance-based salary distribution in public hospitals,and proposes reform and optimization suggestions to promote high-quality development of public hospitals.
5.Associations between sleep and executive function development in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Dongqing KUANG ; Feilong ZHU ; Baohua XU ; Shengqi LIN ; Xiaoyu BI ; Xiaotong ZHU ; Yuanchun REN
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2025;39(12):1043-1049
Objective:To investigate the sleep characteristics and executive function development in children aged 6-12 years with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD),and to examine the relationship between them.Methods:A total of 112 children diagnosed with ADHD according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,Fourth Edition(DSM-Ⅳ),and 45 age-and gender-matched typically developing children were recruited.Sleep characteristics were assessed with the Chinese version of Children's Sleep Habits Questionnaire(CSHQ)and ActiGraph GT9X Link Three-axis acceleration body dynamometert.Core ADHD symptoms and multi-ple dimensions of executive function were evaluated withthe Swanson,Nolan,and Pelham scale,Fourth Edition(SNAP-Ⅳ)assessment scale,Stroop Color-Word Test(SCWT),Rey-Osterrieth Complex Figure Test(ROCFT),and Trail Making Test(TMT).Results:Compared with controls,children with ADHD showed significantly higher total CSHQ scores,sleep resistance,sleep anxiety,and sleep maintenance time(P<0.05),and had significantly lower sleep efficiencies measured by ActiGraph GT9X Link(P<0.05).In the SCWT,children with ADHD re-quired more time in the word interference and color interference tests(P<0.05).In the ROCFT,the scores of im-mediate details,delayed details,immediate structure,and delayed structure were lower in the children with ADHD(P<0.05).In the TMT,the number of errors in the digit connection and the time and number of errors in the digit-letter connection were higher in the children with ADHD(P<0.05).The total CSHQ scores of ADHD children were negatively correlated with the working memory scores and positively correlated with the core symptom scores.Conclusion:Children with ADHD exhibit notable sleep disturbance and underdeveloped executive func-tion.the sleep problems,as measured by CSHQ are associated significantly with deficits in executive function.
6.Exploration on the Mechanism of Intervention of Modified Sijunzi Decoction in Premature Ovarian Failure Based on PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway Mediated by PTEN
Yating DAI ; Jing LI ; Yuying SANG ; Rujuan XIN ; Dongqing WEI ; Xinbin WANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(11):77-83
Objective To explore the mechanism of modified Sijunzi Decoction in the intervention of premature ovarian failure(POF)rats through PTEN-mediated PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.Methods Totally 50 SPF-grade healthy female SD rats were divided into normal group(10 rats)and model group(40 rats).The model group was injected with cyclophosphamide to establish a POF model,and then randomly divided into model group and TCM low-,medium-and high-dosage group,with 10 rats in each group,TCM low-,medium-and high-dosage group were given modified Sijunzi Decoction 6.3,12.6,25.2 g/kg by gavage,the normal group and model group were given equal volume of normal saline,once a day for 28 days.The general condition and body mass of rats in each group were observed and recorded daily.After administration,the ovarian index was measured,HE staining was used to observe the morphology of ovarian tissue,ELISA was used to detect the contents of serum estradiol(E2)luteinizing hormone(LH),follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH),anti-Müllerian hormone(AMH),gonadotropin-releasing hormone(GnRH)and β-endorphin(β-EP),RT-PCR was used to detect the mRNA expression of PTEN,PI3K and AKT in ovarian tissue,Western blot was used to detect the protein expression of PTEN,PI3K,AKT,p-PI3K and p-AKT,immunohistochemistry was used to detect the positive expression of PTEN,PI3K and AKT.Results Compared with the normal group,the rats in the model group were depressed,the hair fell off,the diet and drinking water were reduced,the stools became thinner,the body mass was reduced(P<0.05),and the ovarian index was reduced(P<0.05),the ovarian tissue structure was disordered,the number of follicles decreased,and the contents of serum LH,FSH and GnRH increased(P<0.05),the contents of E2,AMH and β-EP decreased(P<0.05),the expression of PTEN mRNA and protein decreased(P<0.05),the expressions of PI3K and AKT mRNA and protein increased(P<0.05),and the expressions of p-PI3K and p-AKT protein increased(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,the general condition of rats in each dosage of TCM groups improved significantly,the body mass increased(P<0.05),ovarian index increased(P<0.05),the number of follicles in rat ovarian tissue increased,the contents of LH,FSH and GnRH decreased(P<0.05),the contents of E2,AMH and β-EP increased(P<0.05),the expression of PTEN mRNA and protein increased(P<0.05),the expression of PI3K and AKT mRNA and protein decreased(P<0.05),and the protein expression of p-PI3K and p-AKT decreased(P<0.05).Conclusion Modified Sijunzi Decoction may regulate the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway mediated by PTEN,repair the excessive consumption of follicles in ovarian tissue of POF rats,improve the ovarian function,so as to intervene the process of POF.
7.Literature Quality Evaluation of Randomized Controlled Trials on Acupuncture Treatment for Diminished Ovarian Reserve
Ningning MENG ; Na ZHANG ; Yiyang SUN ; Dongqing DU ; Yuxia MA
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(5):39-46
Objective To evaluate the methodological quality and literature report quality of randomized controlled trials(RCTs)on acupuncture treatment for diminished ovarian reserve published both domestically and internationally;To provide reference for future related clinical research.Methods RCTs on acupuncture treatment for diminished ovarian reserve were retrieved from Cochrane Library,PubMed,Embase,Web of Science,CBM,CNKI,Wanfang Data and VIP from the establishment of the databases to 16th,March 2024.Literature was screened according to the inclusion criteria,and basic research features were extracted from literature.Cochrane Collaborative Network randomized controlled trial bias risk assessment tool RoB2 was used for methodological quality evaluation,and CONSORT statement and STRICTA checklist were used for literature report quality evaluation.Results Totally 19 RCTs were included.The evaluation results of RoB2 showed that 18 RCTs(94.74%)had a certain risk of bias,and 1 RCT(5.26%)had a high risk of bias.In the evaluation of the CONSORT statement,there were a total of 24 items with a research report rate of less than 50%,accounting for 64.86%of all items,and 14 items with a report rate of less than 10%,accounting for 37.84%of all items;in the evaluation of the STRICTA list,there were a total of 3 items with a research report rate of less than 50%,accounting for 17.65%of all items,and 2 items with a report rate of less than 10%,accounting for 11.76%of all items.Conclusion Currently,the overall number of RCTs for acupuncture treatment of diminished ovarian reserve is relatively small,the methodological quality of the study is generally low,and the risk of bias is high.The literature reporting rate of the CONSORT statement items is low.Researchers should further strengthen clinical trial design and methodological training,improve the level of clinical research,and strictly follow the CONSORT statement and STRICTA checklist for standardized reporting.
8.Analysis of latent classes and root cause of kinesiophobia in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Dongqing CAI ; Huimin DING ; Qun YANG ; Limin DAI
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(4):439-445
Objective To explore the development trajectory and root cause of kinesiophobia in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.Methods By the convenience sampling method,240 diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients who were hospitalized in the Department of Endocrinology of a tertiary A hospital in Jiangsu Province from May 2022 to November 2022 were selected.The baseline data of the patients are collected using a general questionnaire,the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia,the Chinese version of the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory-20,the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index,the Social Support Rate Scale,and the Numerical Rating Scale for Pain.At the time of discharge,and at 3,6,and 12 months post-discharge,the level of kinesiophobia in the patients is assessed.The growth mixture model was used to classify the trajectory of kinesiophobia and analyze its root causes.Results Ultimately,227 patients in this study completed the survey.The trajectories of kinesiophobia in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy were divided into 3 latent classes:persistent high kinesiophobia group(22.5%),moderate kinesiophobia decline group(44.9%)and persistent low kinesiophobia group(32.6%).The results of multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that age,frequency of hypoglycemia,complications,sleep quality,fall history within a year,pain and fatigue score were influencing factors of the latent classes of kinesiophobia trajectories in patients with DPN(P<0.05).Conclusion Within 12 months after discharge,the kinesiophobia of patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy shows population heterogeneity.Medical staff should give targeted interventions according to the developmental trajectories of kinesiophobia and root cause analysis.
9.Effect of traditional Chinese medicine hot ironing on limb function and balance ability in stroke patients with hemiplegia during the recovery period
Yuanyuan MA ; Hui YIN ; Dongqing YANG ; Dongjing LI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(10):721-726
Objective:To observe the effect of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) hot ironing on limb function and balance ability in stroke patients with hemiplegia during the recovery period, and to provide more reference schemes for clinical rehabilitation of stroke patients with hemiplegia.Methods:A randomized controlled study was conducted. Stratified random sampling was used to select stroke patients with hemiplegia during the recovery period admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine from June 2023 to January 2024. The patients were divided into a control group and an observation group using the random envelope method. The control group received limb positioning techniques combined with conventional acupuncture intervention, while the observation group received additional TCM hot ironing intervention. Before and after the intervention, the Brunnstrom motor function grading, three-level assessment method, and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) scale were used to evaluate the patients′ limb function, balance function, and daily living ability.Results:Among the 66 patients included, with 33 patients in the control group, includinng 19 males and 14 females, aged (51.02 ± 8.34) years old, and 33 patients in the observation group, including 21 males and 12 females, aged (49.65 ± 8.21) years old. Before the intervention, there were no statistically significant differences in Brunnstrom upper limb motor function, Brunnstrom lower limb motor function, sitting balance, standing balance, and ADL scores between the two groups (all P>0.05). After the intervention, the observation group showed significant improvements in Brunnstrom upper limb motor function (0 cases at levelⅠ, 33 cases at levelⅡor above), Brunnstrom lower limb motor function (1 case at levelsⅠ-Ⅲ, 32 cases at level Ⅳ or above), sitting balance (0 cases at levelsⅠ-Ⅱ, 33 cases at level Ⅲ), and standing balance (1 case at levelsⅠ-Ⅱ, 32 cases at level Ⅲ). The control group showed less improvement in Brunnstrom upper limb motor function (10 cases at levelⅠ, 23 cases at level Ⅱor above), Brunnstrom lower limb motor function (14 cases at levelsⅠ-Ⅲ, 19 cases at level Ⅳ or above), sitting balance (9 cases at levelsⅠ-Ⅱ, 24 cases at level Ⅲ), and standing balance (11 cases at levelsⅠ-Ⅱ, 22 cases at level Ⅲ). The differences between the two groups were statistically significant ( Z values were 9.39-15.51, all P<0.05). The ADL score in the observation group was (80.25 ± 8.89) points, higher than the control group′s score of (69.97 ± 8.17) points, the difference was statistically significant ( t=4.89, P<0.05). Conclusions:TCM hot ironing can effectively improve limb dysfunction, motor function, balance ability, and walking mobility in stroke patients with hemiplegia during the recovery period, thereby enhancing their daily living ability.
10.Analysis of latent classes and root cause of kinesiophobia in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Dongqing CAI ; Huimin DING ; Qun YANG ; Limin DAI
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(4):439-445
Objective To explore the development trajectory and root cause of kinesiophobia in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.Methods By the convenience sampling method,240 diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients who were hospitalized in the Department of Endocrinology of a tertiary A hospital in Jiangsu Province from May 2022 to November 2022 were selected.The baseline data of the patients are collected using a general questionnaire,the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia,the Chinese version of the Multidimensional Fatigue Inventory-20,the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index,the Social Support Rate Scale,and the Numerical Rating Scale for Pain.At the time of discharge,and at 3,6,and 12 months post-discharge,the level of kinesiophobia in the patients is assessed.The growth mixture model was used to classify the trajectory of kinesiophobia and analyze its root causes.Results Ultimately,227 patients in this study completed the survey.The trajectories of kinesiophobia in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy were divided into 3 latent classes:persistent high kinesiophobia group(22.5%),moderate kinesiophobia decline group(44.9%)and persistent low kinesiophobia group(32.6%).The results of multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that age,frequency of hypoglycemia,complications,sleep quality,fall history within a year,pain and fatigue score were influencing factors of the latent classes of kinesiophobia trajectories in patients with DPN(P<0.05).Conclusion Within 12 months after discharge,the kinesiophobia of patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy shows population heterogeneity.Medical staff should give targeted interventions according to the developmental trajectories of kinesiophobia and root cause analysis.


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