1.Impact of donor kidney histopathological lesions on BK virus infection and its progression risk after kidney transplantation
Huimeng WANG ; Jiajia SUN ; Yongsheng LUO ; Xiaohu LI ; Jinfeng LI
Organ Transplantation 2025;16(3):443-452
Objective To investigate the impact of donor kidney histopathological lesions on the risk of BK virus (BKV) infection and progression after kidney transplantation. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 326 kidney transplant recipients from deceased donors at the Department of Kidney Transplantation, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, from January 2019 to June 2020. The recipients were divided into two groups based on whether BKV infection occurred after kidney transplantation: the BKV infection group (145 cases) and the non-BKV infection group (181 cases). The correlation between donor kidney histopathological findings from zero-hour biopsy and BKV infection, as well as the impact on the risk and progression of BKV infection, was analyzed. Results The incidence of BKV infection among the 326 kidney transplant recipients was 44.5% (145/326). The clearance rate of BKV after infection was 82.1% (119/145), while 17.9% (26/145) progressed to BKV viremia. Among the 326 qualified kidney biopsy specimens, 32 cases showed mild tubular atrophy, 324 cases had mild acute tubular injury, 27 cases exhibited mild hyaline arteriosclerosis, 10 cases had moderate to severe hyaline arteriosclerosis, 7 cases showed mild interstitial inflammation, 23 cases had mild interstitial fibrosis, 6 cases exhibited mild arterial intimal fibrosis, and 1 case had moderate to severe arterial intimal fibrosis. Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that male recipients, donor age and tubular atrophy were independent risk factors for BKV infection (all P<0.05). Tubular atrophy was also an independent risk factor for the progression from BKV uria to BKV viremia (P<0.05). Conclusions Donor kidney histopathological lesions have a certain impact on BKV infection and progression after kidney transplantation. Patients with more severe tubular atrophy in donor kidneys have a higher risk of BKV infection after kidney transplantation and are more likely to progress to BKV viremia.
2.Effects of lncRNA SNAI3-AS1 on the malignant biological behavior of prostate cancer cells by regulating the miR-367-3p/SOX4 axis
Journal of China Medical University 2024;53(10):914-922
Objective To investigate the effect of the long non-coding RNA(lncRNA)SNAI3-AS1 on the malignant biological behavior of prostate cancer(PC)cells by regulating the microRNA(miR)-367-3p/high-mobility group box protein 4(SOX4)axis.Methods Real-time polymerase chain reaction(PCR)was used to detect SNAI3-AS1,miR-367-3p,and SOX4 mRNA expressions in human PCa cell lines DU 145,LNCap,and PC-3,normal prostate epithelial cell line RWPE-1,PC tissue,and adjacent cancer tissues.LNCap in the loga-rithmic growth phase were collected and assigned to the blank,negative control(vector),SNAI3-AS1 overexpression(vector SNAI3-AS1),small interfering RNA negative control(siRNA)(si-NC),si-SNAI3-AS1 group,si-SNAI3-AS1+inhibitor negative control(NC inhibitor),and si-SNAI3-AS1+miR-367-3p inhibitor groups.Clone formation,transwell,and Hoechst33258 staining were used to detect cell clone formation ability,migration,invasion,and apoptosis,respectively.Real-time PCR was used to detect SNAI3-AS1,miR-367-3p,and SOX4 mRNA expressions in LNCap.Western blotting was used to detect SOX4 protein expression in LNCap,and double luciferase was used to verify the targeting relationship between miR-367-3p and SNAI3-AS1 and SOX4.Results SNAI3-AS1 and SOX4 mRNA expressions increased in DU 145,LNCap,PC-3,and PC tissues,whereas miR-367-3p expression significantly decreased(P<0.05).Compared with the blank and vector groups,the SNAI3-AS1 and SOX4 mRNA and protein expression,clone number,invasion,and migration in the vector SNAI3-AS1 group increased,whereas miR-367-3p expression and apoptosis decreased(P<0.05).Compared with the blank and si-NC groups,the SNAI3-AS1 and SOX4 mRNA and protein expression,clone number,invasion,and migration in si-SNAI3-AS1 group decreased,whereas miR-367-3p expression and apoptosis increased(P<0.05).Compared with the si-SNAI3-AS1+NC inhibitor group,the SOX4 mRNA and protein expression,clone number,invasion,and migration in si-SNAI3-AS1+miR-367-3p inhibitor group increased,whereas miR-367-3p expression and apoptosis decreased(P<0.05);however,SNAI3-AS1 expression had no statistically significant difference(P>0.05).miR-367-3p had a targets SNAI3-AS1 and SOX4.Conclusion SNAI3-AS1 inhibits the development of malignant behavior in PC cells by upregulating the miR-367-3p/SOX4 axis.
3.Progress in epidemiological research on hepatitis E virus in wild ruminant animals
Tongbao SUN ; Chenyu WU ; Zhaowen REN ; Na LI ; Yani WANG ; Xiaohu WANG ; Qiuyue WANG
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2024;44(10):2301-2308
Hepatitis E virus(HEV)is one of the most common pathogens in acute viral hepatitis.There are at least eight distinct genotypes of HEV.Only humans can contract HEV genotypes 1 and 2,but zoonotic viruses like genotypes 3 and 4 are mostly spread by eating undercooked or in-fected pork in some affluent nations.As a result,boars,both domestic and wild,are typically regar-ded as primary hosts of HEV.Nevertheless,during the past few years,a growing body of research has demonstrated that a number of other wild ruminant animals,such as wild deer and goats,are also susceptible to HEV infection.Determining their participation in the epidemiological cycle of hepatitis E thus requires an understanding of the risk variables that influence the transmission be-tween wild ruminants and humans.With an emphasis on published serological and molecular re-search,this review offers a broad summary of the body of knowledge currently available on the epi-demiology of HEV in wild ruminants.It addresses potential risk factors that could impact the spread of HEV among animals as well as their potential to serve as a source of infectious zoonotic illnesses.It presents an overview of the most recent developments in the epidemiology of HEV in wild ruminants and offers a framework for HEV prevention and management based on science.
4.Clinical features and pregnancy outcomes of fetal micrognathia: an analysis of 52 cases
Yaping LU ; Wen WANG ; Yuanyuan JIN ; Weiling LIU ; Guozhen HEI ; Xiaodan ZHU ; Xiaohu WANG
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2024;27(8):637-642
Objective:To summarize the clinical features and pregnancy outcomes of fetal micrognathia.Methods:This retrospective study enrolled 52 cases of fetal micrognathia diagnosed at Shandong Provincial Maternal and Child Health Hospital Affiliated to Qingdao University and Affiliated Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital of Nantong University from January 2014 to December 2022. Clinical features, genetic testing results, and pregnancy outcomes of the cases were summarized. These cases were divided into two groups based on whether they were complicated by other system anomalies: non-isolated micrognathia (49 cases) and isolated micrognathia (three cases). The non-isolated micrognathia cases were further divided into two subgroups: cleft palate group (21 cases) and non-cleft palate group (28 cases). Clinical features were compared between different groups. Statistical analysis was performed using two independent samples t-test, Chi-square test, or Fisher's exact test. Results:(1) The non-isolated micrognathia cases were complicated by one to six system anomalies, with the most common being facial anomalies (59.2%, 29/49), followed by circulatory system (51.0%, 25/49), musculoskeletal system (44.9%, 22/49), nervous system (34.7%, 17/49), digestive system (12.2%, 6/49), and urinary system anomalies (8.2%, 4/49). (2) Among 52 cases, nine non-isolated micrognathia cases received genetic testing, and the results indicated six with genetic abnormalities. (3) Forty-seven cases chose to terminate the pregnancies, while the other five cases continued the pregnancies (all fetuses were non-isolated micrognathia) and resulted in live births. Treatment was withdrawn in one live birth due to multiple anomalies, and the other four neonates required mechanical ventilation (two died after withdrawal of treatment; two underwent surgeries after birth and the prognosis of them was good during a one-year outpatient follow-up). (4) The proportion of women with polyhydramnios [28.6% (6/21) vs. 3.6% (1/28), Fisher's exact test, P=0.033] and the proportion of fetuses with confirmed Pierre Robin sequence [85.7% (18/21) vs. 7.1% (2/28), Fisher's exact test, P<0.001] were higher in the cleft palate group than those in the non-cleft palate group. Conclusions:Fetal micrognathia cases revealed by prenatal ultrasound should undergo a comprehensive screening for other system anomalies, especially cleft palate. Fetuses with micrognathia and multiple system anomalies often have a poor prognosis. Besides, it is recommended to take genetic testing. For fetuses with micrognathia, preparations for neonatal resuscitation at birth are essential to avoid adverse outcomes due to breathing difficulties.
5.Integration of Intellectual Technology and Public Health:Creating Smart Healthy Cities
Xi WANG ; Danlei WANG ; Chongyi WANG ; Ayan MAO ; Xiaoling YAN ; Minjiang GUO ; Xiaohu MENG ; Wei WANG ; Wuqi QIU
Journal of Medical Informatics 2024;45(7):1-6
Purpose/Significance Based on the concepts of healthy cities and smart cities,the paper introduces a new concept-smart healthy cities.It explores the definition,scope,function,challenges,and strategic responses associated with the concept.Meth-od/Process Through literature review and case study analysis,the theoretical foundations,characteristics,objectives,and implementa-tion strategies of healthy cities and smart cities are compared,revealing differences and points of convergence,proposing the origins,def-initions,and delineations of smart healthy cities,and exploring the relationships among healthy cities,smart cities,and smart healthy cit-ies.Result/Conclusion Smart healthy cities enhance urban health governance and the well-being of residents through technological in-novation.Effective integration of advanced technologies with urban governance policies is essential,alongside the implementation of di-verse strategies to drive progress.Future urban development should focus more on the theoretical and practical collaborative development within the smart healthy cities framework.
6.The Development Status and Trend of Intelligent Technologies Applied in the Medical Field in China
Zhongyuan ZHANG ; Lin MA ; Xiaohu MENG ; Wei WANG ; Zhiying LI ; Minjiang GUO ; Wuqi QIU
Journal of Medical Informatics 2024;45(7):7-13
Purpose/Significance To expound the development of the application of new generation intelligent technologies in the medi-cal field in China,and to provide ideas for the future development of intelligent medical technologies in China.Method/Process Literature related to the application of medical intelligence technology from 2000 to 2023 is searched and screened on CNKI,and the knowledge graph is drawn by descriptive statistical analysis and CiteSpace software for visualization analysis.Result/Conclusion The number of papers pub-lished in the application research field of domestic medical intelligence technology shows a trend of steady growth and then leveling off.The hot keywords mainly include smart medical care,health care,health management,etc.,forming 8 main cluster sets.Future research should strengthen cooperation and exchanges between researchers and organizations,and pay more attention to the challenges posed by the applica-tion of technology in terms of security and privacy,technology supervision,talent team construction and technological energy consumption.
7.The Technical Framework and Applications of Smart and Healthy City
Xiaohu MENG ; Wuqi QIU ; Tao YUN ; Haitian YU ; Xi WANG ; Xiaoling YAN ; Ayan MAO
Journal of Medical Informatics 2024;45(7):14-19
Purpose/Significance Based on the digital health community reference architecture,the technical framework for smart and healthy city is constructed to support the research and development of smart and healthy city.Method/Processs According to the ar-chitecture,combined with the needs and practices of the digitalization of the health industry,the"1+1+3+N"technical framework re-presenting the digital infrastructure and smart hub of the smart and healthy city is derived,namely,the one network,unified digital health foundation,three service platforms and N intelligent applications,application analysis is conducted.Result/Conclusion The framework can be used to crack the information interoperability problem,significantly release the value of medical and health data,and support in-dustry users and industry partners to hammer out scenario-based solutions for different business areas,and provide references for the top-level planning,construction and development of smart and healthy cities around the country.
8.Policy Analysis and Interpretation for Smart Healthy Cities
Xi WANG ; Chongyi WANG ; Danlei WANG ; Ayan MAO ; Xiaoling YAN ; Minjiang GUO ; Lin MA ; Xiaohu MENG ; Wei WANG ; Wuqi QIU
Journal of Medical Informatics 2024;45(8):35-40,63
Purpose/Significance To explore the technical key points and implementation paths of relevant policies,and provide ref-erence for the planning and construction of future smart healthy cities.Method/Process It reviews and analyzes domestic and internation-al policy progress in the field of smart healthy cities,deeply analyzes policy documents,reveals the evolution trajectory,core elements,and driving effects on urban health development.Result/Conclusion Establishing a framework for health informatization,resource net-working,intelligent services,and integrated supervision can effectively address urban health challenges,provide efficient health services,and improve residents'quality of life and hygiene level.Policies such as optimizing the allocation of medical resources,promoting coordi-nation and cooperation among medical institutions,and expanding the health industry will jointly promote the sustained progress of urban health ecosystems.
9.Application and Insights of Artificial Intelligence Technology in International Healthcare
Yihan RUAN ; Wei WANG ; Xiaohu MENG ; Tao YUN ; Ayan MAO ; Minjie ZHAO ; Wuqi QIU
Journal of Medical Informatics 2024;45(8):41-44
Purpose/Significance Based on international cases,the paper analyzes the application development of artificial intelli-gence(Al)technology in the medical field,and provides references for improving the application of AI technology in the medical field in China.Method/Process The literature is searched on CNKI,and institutions with high influence in the international health technology industry are selected according to the exclusion criteria for further analysis.Result/Conclusion A total of 8 AI medical technologies relat-ed to health technology industries or teams in 7 countries are selected and included,based on the convenience and advantages brought by them,to provide references to explore and improve the research and application of AI in the medical field.
10.Geometric Shape Validation of Knee Statistical Shape Model
Huabing DUAN ; Xuelian GU ; Xiaohu LI ; Jincheng ZHOU ; Yihao CHANG ; Jie WANG ; Xiaochen GUO
Journal of Medical Biomechanics 2024;39(2):243-249
Objective To obtain the range of anatomical parameters of healthy knee joints in Chinese males and validate a statistical shape model(SSM)based on the geometric shape of a healthy knee to provide references for the design of knee SSM-based prostheses.Methods Computed tomography(CT)images of knee joints from 112 healthy males were acquired to build three-dimensional(3D)knee joint models.Each model was the target model separately,and the remaining models were used as the training set for principal component analysis(PCA).The obtained knee SSM was fitted to the target model to predict the SSM.The exact anatomical measurement points were marked on the sample and SSM prediction models,and 17 linear and 3 angular parameters were derived.The values of the anatomical parameters were statistically tested using an independent samples t-test and Mann-Whitney U-test,and the validity of the SSM in terms of geometric shape was demonstrated if the resulting P-values were all greater than 0.05.Results Qualitative and quantitative comparative analyses of anatomical parameters showed that the mean deviation of linear parameters was less than 6 mm,and that of angular parameters was less than 2.5°.The results of statistical tests showed P>0.05 for all anatomical parameters,proving that the knee SSM prediction model was not statistically different from the true healthy model in terms of geometric shape.Conclusions This study derived a reference range of anatomical parameters for a healthy knee and demonstrated that the knee SSM model was consistent with the real healthy model in terms of shape.The results provide a reference for the design of knee SSM-based prostheses.

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