1.Labial protuberances of anterior alveolar bone in orthodontic treatment: a case report and literature review
ZHOU Wei ; TANG Ya ; XIAO Jianping ; HAO Jing ; TAN Baochun
Journal of Prevention and Treatment for Stomatological Diseases 2025;33(5):393-400
Objective:
This study aims to explore the influencing factors, formation mechanisms, and treatment methods of labial protuberance in the anterior maxilla during orthodontic treatment, providing a reference for clinical practice.
Method:
This study reports a case where the absence of upper anterior teeth 11 and 21, and the retraction tilting movement of teeth 12 and 22, resulted in labial protuberance and gingival hyperplasia. Alveolar osteoplasty and gingivoplasty were performed. The specific changes in the alveolar bone during the retraction of the anterior teeth and the characteristics of its remodeling were analyzed. Combined with relevant literature, the factors influencing the formation of labial protuberance in orthodontic patients, mechanisms, and methods for prevention and treatment were summarized.
Results:
After periodental surgery follow-up for 6 months, the gingival color and shape of teeth 12 and 22 were good, the labial alveolar bone was normal, and the overall condition was stable. A review of the literature showed that labial protuberance is more common in adult orthodontic patients, and the distance (>4 mm) and speed of retraction of anterior teeth are related to its formation, with the main mechanism likely being differential remodeling of the alveolar bone. In adult patients, the number of active osteoblasts and osteoclasts in the alveolar bone decreases, along with a reduction in metabolic activity and overall cellular activity, which diminishes the reactivity of the alveolar bone. After treatment of anterior teeth retraction, there is insufficient labial bone resorption. Moreover, the lack of mechanical stress-mediated periodontal ligament in the interdental space leads to reduced bone remodeling stimulation in this area, resulting in thickening of the labial alveolar bone of the upper anterior teeth. The remodeling rates of cortical and trabecular bone differ, with active trabecular bone proliferation near the tooth root surface and slow cortical bone resorption near the outer surface, which ultimately results in increased bone thickness at the labial cervical region. Specific case analysis indicates that the retraction distance of the upper anterior teeth in this case was about 6 mm. The alveolar bone at the missing sites of teeth 11 and 21, lacking periodontal ligament stimulation, showed less remodeling and absorption, likely appearing as hyperplasia. The prevention of labial bone protrusion mainly involves controlling the speed and distance of retraction of anterior teeth. Smaller labial protuberances generally do not require treatment, but those affecting function and aesthetics can be addressed with periodontal alveolar osteoplasty.
Conclusion
After the retraction of anterior teeth in orthodontics, a prominent, hard bone protuberance on the labial side can sometimes occur, which may be due to differential remodeling efficiency in different regions of the alveolar bone. For bone protuberance that influences aesthetics or function, periodontal alveolar osteoplasty can be a reliable option.
2.Research progress on mechanism of antidepressant action of curcumin
Jianping ZHOU ; Yuting XI ; Hao FU ; Ce ZHOU
China Pharmacy 2025;36(9):1147-1152
Curcumin is a natural yellow pigment, a natural phenolic antioxidant extracted from the rhizomes of Curcuma longa and Curcumae Rhizoma of the ginger family, with anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor and antioxidant properties. In recent years, it has been found that curcumin also has good antidepressant properties, and it is considered a safe and effective antidepressant potential drug. The mechanism of curcumin’s antidepressant efficacy mainly includes regulating neurotransmitters, modulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, regulating brain-derived neurotrophic factor, inhibiting neuroinflammation, inhibiting oxidative stress, and regulating gut microbiota, etc., and there is an overlapping and synergistic therapeutic effect of the above mechanisms. At present, the antidepressant mechanism of curcumin is still not fully understood, and will be combined with multi-omics technology, new formulation technology, and clinical trials to obtain further breakthroughs in the future.
3.Quality control protocol for adult overweight and obesity screening in health management (examination) institutions (2025 edition)
Jianling FAN ; Tiejun WANG ; Pengfei YANG ; Keke DING ; Xiaoning HAO ; Sunfang JIANG ; Ankang LÜ ; Jianping LU ; Sheng RONG ; Weibin SHI ; Shengwei SUN ; Yan TAN ; Qilei TU ; Zhiping WANG ; Bing WANG ; Jianyun WANG ; Weijian WANG ; Yan WANG ; Qun XU ; Chenli ZHANG ; Fan ZHANG ; Ping ZHANG ; Yansong ZHENG ; Jieru ZHOU ; Dan CHEN ; Jiaoyang ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Clinical Medicine 2025;32(6):1097-1111
Obesity, as a chronic recurrent disease, has become a major public health challenge in China. To implement the requirements of the Healthy China Initiative (2019—2030), under domestic guidelines or consensus statements on overweight and obesity, and in alignment with the latest scientific advances globally, the Quality control protocol for adult overweight and obesity screening in health management (examination) institutions (2025 edition) was developed. This protocol was drafted by the Health Management Center of Shanghai Changzheng Hospital and formulated through multiple rounds of deliberation by experts in China’s health examination quality control field. The protocol establishes unified standards for screening facilities, personnel qualifications, and measurement or testing procedures. It defines specific screening items, outlines a standardized screening pathway, and sets requirements for the final medical review, ensuring the scientific validity, effectiveness, and safety of the screening process. The implementation of this protocol will enhance the consistency of weight management practices for adults across health examination institutions and strengthen the quality control of overweight and obesity screening programs.
4.A study on the difference in anesthetic depth monitoring during total knee arthroplasty with ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block combined with general anesthesia
Hao FAN ; Jianping ZHONG ; Fangfang ZHANG ; Zhen ZENG
Journal of Clinical Surgery 2025;33(5):549-552
Objective To explore the differences between various monitoring methods of anesthetic depth during total knee arthroplasty under general anesthesia combined with ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block.Methods From January 2021 to March 2021,60 patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty under ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block combined with general anesthesia were randomly divided into IoC group and BIS group,30 cases in each group.IoC group awareness index(Index of Consciousness,IoC)monitoring;bIS group was monitored by bispectral index(BIS)to guide the use of sedative and analgesic drugs during operation.The primary outcome measure was the time of first eye opening,and the secondary outcome measures included the average target concentration of sedative and analgesic drugs during operation,the number of perioperative adverse events and the quality of recovery.Results The average difference in the first eye opening time between the two groups was 1.57 min(95%confidence interval:-0.61~2.63).The upper limit of the 95%confidence interval was 2.63 min,which was less than the non-inferiority boundary value(δ=2.8 min),suggesting that the non-inferiority hypothesis of the main efficacy indicators was established.There was no significant difference in the dosage of propofol and sufentanil and the quality of recovery between the two groups(P>0.05).The target-controlled concentration of remifentanil in IoC group(8.55±1.45)ng/ml was significantly higher than that in BIS group(4.62±0.96)ng/ml,and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).At the same time,compared with BIS group,the number of stress hypertension(10 vs 32)in IoC group was significantly reduced and the number of bradycardia(17 vs 6)was significantly increased,the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).At the same time,no intraoperative awareness and body movement were found in both groups.Conclusion During total knee arthroplasty surgery under general anesthesia combined with ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block:1.IoC monitoring is not inferior to BIS monitoring in terms of awakening speed and quality.2.The increased use of remifentanil in the IoC group and the reduced incidence of hypertension may indicate that IoC monitoring is more sensitive to intraoperative nociceptive stimuli.
5.Role of copper transporter 1 in regulating cuproptosis and its potential value in tumor therapy
Yixian WANG ; Chongyang OU ; Lu HAO ; Yang JIAO ; Jianping CAO
Academic Journal of Naval Medical University 2025;46(8):1055-1061
As a new manner of cell death,cuproptosis depends on the accumulation of copper ions in cells.Copper ion is an essential trace element in normal physiological state of organisms.The excess of free copper in cells not only has toxic effect on normal cells,but also plays its specific killing function on tumor cells.Copper transporter 1(CTR1)is a key transporter of transmembrane uptake of copper ions by cells.As a regulator of cuproptosis,its mutation and expression changes in tumors have an impact on the distribution of copper ions inside and outside the cells.It may participate in multiple biological processes such as proliferation,invasion and migration of tumor cells by regulating the pathway of cuproptosis.This article reviews the cuproptosis pathway mediated by CTR1 and the potential value of CTR1 in tumor treatment,elaborates the importance of copper ion homeostasis regulation for normal life activities and the mechanism of CTR1 in regulating cuproptosis,and discusses the potential value of CTR1 as a new target for tumor therapy,so as to provide a theoretical basis for the treatment of tumor patients.
6.Application and management status of midline catheters in 1 954 hospitals
Lele BEN ; Jianping CAI ; Chunyan LI ; Fangfang DONG ; Jingzhi GENG ; Wei GAO ; Caixia GUO ; Ruonan HAO ; Qiaofang YANG ; Lei WANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(14):1920-1925
Objective:To investigate the application and management status of midline catheters in 1 954 hospitals, providing a basis for optimizing intravenous therapy nursing practices.Methods:This study used convenience sampling. From November 2023, members of the Intravenous Therapy Nursing Professional Committee of the Chinese Nursing Association selected 1 954 hospitals across various regions of China. Questionnaire on the Current Status of Intravenous Therapy in Hospitals at All Levels designed by the committee, based on literature review and expert discussions, was used to collect data on intravenous therapy practices in different hospitals. Multiple response analysis was applied to analysis the results of multiple-choice questions, where response numbers represent the total number of times each option was selected, and response rates refer to the proportion of selected times for each option out of all selected responses.Results:A total of 1 954 questionnaires were distributed across 31 provinces/municipalities/autonomous regions, and 1 954 valid questionnaires were returned, achieving a 100.0% valid response rate. Among the hospitals surveyed, 844 used midline catheters. Regarding the skin disinfection area for midline catheter insertion, the highest response rate was for a range of>20 cm. The highest response rate for catheter insertion techniques was ultrasound-guided Seldinger puncture. The highest response rate for maintenance interval was once a week. The top three responses for nursing documentation related to midline catheters were informed consent for intubation, puncture record, and maintenance record. The most frequently chosen processes were catheter placement, maintenance, removal, and complication management processes. The qualification for midline catheter intravenous therapy specialist nurses was mostly obtained through specialized nurse training, followed by hospital-based and department-based training.Conclusions:The application of midline catheters has rapidly developed but still reveals some deficiencies, including the choice of puncture tools, infection control, and catheter maintenance. It is recommended to improve nursing documentation and management processes related to midline catheters, establish industry standards suitable for China's national conditions, and strengthen and standardize the specialized training of intravenous therapy nurses to promote the healthy development of intravenous therapy in China.
7.A study on the difference in anesthetic depth monitoring during total knee arthroplasty with ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block combined with general anesthesia
Hao FAN ; Jianping ZHONG ; Fangfang ZHANG ; Zhen ZENG
Journal of Clinical Surgery 2025;33(5):549-552
Objective To explore the differences between various monitoring methods of anesthetic depth during total knee arthroplasty under general anesthesia combined with ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block.Methods From January 2021 to March 2021,60 patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty under ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block combined with general anesthesia were randomly divided into IoC group and BIS group,30 cases in each group.IoC group awareness index(Index of Consciousness,IoC)monitoring;bIS group was monitored by bispectral index(BIS)to guide the use of sedative and analgesic drugs during operation.The primary outcome measure was the time of first eye opening,and the secondary outcome measures included the average target concentration of sedative and analgesic drugs during operation,the number of perioperative adverse events and the quality of recovery.Results The average difference in the first eye opening time between the two groups was 1.57 min(95%confidence interval:-0.61~2.63).The upper limit of the 95%confidence interval was 2.63 min,which was less than the non-inferiority boundary value(δ=2.8 min),suggesting that the non-inferiority hypothesis of the main efficacy indicators was established.There was no significant difference in the dosage of propofol and sufentanil and the quality of recovery between the two groups(P>0.05).The target-controlled concentration of remifentanil in IoC group(8.55±1.45)ng/ml was significantly higher than that in BIS group(4.62±0.96)ng/ml,and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).At the same time,compared with BIS group,the number of stress hypertension(10 vs 32)in IoC group was significantly reduced and the number of bradycardia(17 vs 6)was significantly increased,the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).At the same time,no intraoperative awareness and body movement were found in both groups.Conclusion During total knee arthroplasty surgery under general anesthesia combined with ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block:1.IoC monitoring is not inferior to BIS monitoring in terms of awakening speed and quality.2.The increased use of remifentanil in the IoC group and the reduced incidence of hypertension may indicate that IoC monitoring is more sensitive to intraoperative nociceptive stimuli.
8.Application and management status of midline catheters in 1 954 hospitals
Lele BEN ; Jianping CAI ; Chunyan LI ; Fangfang DONG ; Jingzhi GENG ; Wei GAO ; Caixia GUO ; Ruonan HAO ; Qiaofang YANG ; Lei WANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(14):1920-1925
Objective:To investigate the application and management status of midline catheters in 1 954 hospitals, providing a basis for optimizing intravenous therapy nursing practices.Methods:This study used convenience sampling. From November 2023, members of the Intravenous Therapy Nursing Professional Committee of the Chinese Nursing Association selected 1 954 hospitals across various regions of China. Questionnaire on the Current Status of Intravenous Therapy in Hospitals at All Levels designed by the committee, based on literature review and expert discussions, was used to collect data on intravenous therapy practices in different hospitals. Multiple response analysis was applied to analysis the results of multiple-choice questions, where response numbers represent the total number of times each option was selected, and response rates refer to the proportion of selected times for each option out of all selected responses.Results:A total of 1 954 questionnaires were distributed across 31 provinces/municipalities/autonomous regions, and 1 954 valid questionnaires were returned, achieving a 100.0% valid response rate. Among the hospitals surveyed, 844 used midline catheters. Regarding the skin disinfection area for midline catheter insertion, the highest response rate was for a range of>20 cm. The highest response rate for catheter insertion techniques was ultrasound-guided Seldinger puncture. The highest response rate for maintenance interval was once a week. The top three responses for nursing documentation related to midline catheters were informed consent for intubation, puncture record, and maintenance record. The most frequently chosen processes were catheter placement, maintenance, removal, and complication management processes. The qualification for midline catheter intravenous therapy specialist nurses was mostly obtained through specialized nurse training, followed by hospital-based and department-based training.Conclusions:The application of midline catheters has rapidly developed but still reveals some deficiencies, including the choice of puncture tools, infection control, and catheter maintenance. It is recommended to improve nursing documentation and management processes related to midline catheters, establish industry standards suitable for China's national conditions, and strengthen and standardize the specialized training of intravenous therapy nurses to promote the healthy development of intravenous therapy in China.
9.Methodology for Developing Patient Guideline (3):Reporting Frameworks and Presentation
Lijiao YAN ; Ning LIANG ; Haili ZHANG ; Nannan SHI ; Ziyu TIAN ; Ruixiang WANG ; Xiaojia NI ; Yufang HAO ; Wei CHEN ; Yingfeng ZHOU ; Dan YANG ; Shuyu YANG ; Yujing ZHANG ; Ziteng HU ; Jianping LIU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(22):2304-2309
Standardized reporting is a crucial factor affecting the use of patient guidelines (PGs), particularly in the reporting and presentation of recommendations. This paper introduced the current status of PG reporting, including the research on PG content and presentation formats, and provided comprehensive recommendations for PG reporting from aspects such as overall framework, recommendations, presentation format, and readability. First, the presentation of PG recommendations should include clearly defined clinical questions, recommendations and their rationale, and guidance on how patients should implement the interventions; for specific content in the PG, such as level of evidence, level of recommendation, it is recommended to explain in text the reasons for giving different levels of recommendation, i.e., to present the logic behind giving the level of recommendation to the patient; additional information needed in the recommendation framework should be supplemented by tracing references or authoritative textbooks and literature that support the recommendations. Subsequently, the PG text should be written based on the Reporting Checklist for Public Versions of Guidelines (RIGHT-PVG) reporting framework. Finally, to enhance readability and comprehension, it is recommended to refer to the Patient Education Materials Assessment Tool (PEMAT) for translating PG content. To enhance the readability of PGs, it is suggested to present the PG content in a persona-lized and layered manner.
10.Methodology for Developing Patient Guideline(1):The Concept of Patient Guideline
Lijiao YAN ; Ning LIANG ; Ziyu TIAN ; Nannan SHI ; Sihong YANG ; Yufang HAO ; Wei CHEN ; Xiaojia NI ; Yingfeng ZHOU ; Ruixiang WANG ; Zeyu YU ; Shuyu YANG ; Yujing ZHANG ; Ziteng HU ; Jianping LIU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(20):2086-2091
Since the concept of patient versions of guidelines (PVGs) was introduced into China, several PVGs have been published in China, but we found that there is a big difference between the concept of PVG at home and abroad, and the reason for this difference has not been reasonably explained, which has led to ambiguity and even misapplication of the PVG concept by guideline developers. By analyzing the background and purpose of PVGs, and the understanding of the PVG concept by domestic scholars, we proposed the term patient guidelines (PGs). This refers to guidelines developed under the principles of evidence-based medicine, centered on health issues that concern patients, and based on the best available evidence, intended for patient use. Except for the general attribute of providing information or education, which is typical of common health education materials, PGs also provide recommendations and assist in decision-making, so PGs include both the patient versions of guidelines (PVG) as defined by the Guidelines International Network (GIN) and "patient-directed guidelines", i.e. clinical practice guidelines resulting from the adaptation or reformulation of recommendations through clinical practice guidelines.


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