1.Epidemic characteristics of child injury cases in Pingshan District, Shenzhen, in 2021-2022
Maozhen FU ; Wenjun LI ; Xiaoyu LIU
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2025;36(1):140-143
Objective To analyze the distribution and epidemic characteristics of child injury cases in Pingshan District from 2021 to 2022, and to provide evidence for the prevention and control of child injuries. Methods The injury monitoring data of Pingshan District from 2021 to 2022 were collected χ2 and Post hoc testing were used for data analysis and comparison. Results From 2021 to 2022 , a total of 6 941 child injury cases were reported in Pingshan District, accounting for 20.58% of the total reported cases. Children aged 1 to 4 years old tended to be injured at home (58.49%, AR=23.75) and at night (43.74%, AR=5.34), and the injury causes mainly were falls/drops (49.22%, AR=4.66) and burns/scalds (2.98%, AR=7.15). Children aged 5 to 9 tended to be injured in schools and public places (26.55%%, AR=6.63) and public living places (18.51%, AR=3.33), and the injury causes mostly were animal attacks (26.48%, AR=6.97). Children aged 10 to 14 tended to be injured in schools and public places (31.39%, AR=10.81), highways/streets (17.71%, AR=3.78), as well as sports and activity places (12.20%, AR=15.66), and the injury causes tended to be knife/sharp instrument injuries. In the morning, injuries mostly occurred in schools and public places (17.98%, AR=3.24). In the afternoon, injuries tended to occur in schools and public places (39.41%, AR=9.89) as well as sports and activity places (37.50%, AR=3.52), and in the evening, injuries mostly occurred at home (46.49%, AR=10.17) and in public living places (46.07%, AR=5.44). Conclusion Governments, institutions, communities, and families should speed up the construction of a child injury prevention system with the participation of the whole society, and jointly create child-friendly environments in families, schools, public places, sports places, and road traffic . At the same time, it is necessary to strengthen injury prevention education , improve the injury prevention awareness and skills of students and guardians, and effectively reduce the occurrence of children's injuries starting from primary prevention.
2.Research progress on the manufacturing technology of hollow microneedles.
Shengshuo ZHOU ; Huajian ZHOU ; Xiaoyu DU ; Ziye YU ; Tongle XU ; Shun ZHAO ; Peiqiang SU ; Leian ZHANG ; Guangyang FU ; Xuelei LIU
Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2025;42(2):423-430
Drug administration via hollow microneedles (HMN) have the advantages of painlessness, avoidance of first-pass effect, capability of sustained infusion, and no need for professional personnel operation. In addition, HMN can also be applied in the fields of body fluid extraction and biosensors, showing broad application prospects. However, traditional manufacturing technologies cannot meet the demand for low-cost mass production of HMN, limiting its widespread application. This paper reviews the main manufacturing technologies used for HMN in recent years, which include photolithography and etching, laser etching, sputtering and electroplating, micro-molding, three-dimensional (3D) printing and drawing lithography. It further analyzes the characteristics and limitations of existing manufacturing technologies and points out that the combination of various manufacturing technologies can improve production efficiency to a certain extent. In addition, this paper looks forward to the future trends of HMN manufacturing technology and proposes possible directions for its development. In conclusion, it is expected that this review can provide new ideas and references for follow-up research.
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3.Genome-wide investigation of transcription factor footprints and dynamics using cFOOT-seq.
Heng WANG ; Ang WU ; Meng-Chen YANG ; Di ZHOU ; Xiyang CHEN ; Zhifei SHI ; Yiqun ZHANG ; Yu-Xin LIU ; Kai CHEN ; Xiaosong WANG ; Xiao-Fang CHENG ; Baodan HE ; Yutao FU ; Lan KANG ; Yujun HOU ; Kun CHEN ; Shan BIAN ; Juan TANG ; Jianhuang XUE ; Chenfei WANG ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Jiejun SHI ; Shaorong GAO ; Jia-Min ZHANG
Protein & Cell 2025;16(11):932-952
Gene regulation relies on the precise binding of transcription factors (TFs) at regulatory elements, but simultaneously detecting hundreds of TFs on chromatin is challenging. We developed cFOOT-seq, a cytosine deaminase-based TF footprinting assay, for high-resolution, quantitative genome-wide assessment of TF binding in both open and closed chromatin regions, even with small cell numbers. By utilizing the dsDNA deaminase SsdAtox, cFOOT-seq converts accessible cytosines to uracil while preserving genomic integrity, making it compatible with techniques like ATAC-seq for sensitive and cost-effective detection of TF occupancy at the single-molecule and single-cell level. Our approach enables the delineation of TF footprints, quantification of occupancy, and examination of chromatin influences on TF binding. Notably, cFOOT-seq, combined with FootTrack analysis, enables de novo prediction of TF binding sites and tracking of TF occupancy dynamics. We demonstrate its application in capturing cell type-specific TFs, analyzing TF dynamics during reprogramming, and revealing TF dependencies on chromatin remodelers. Overall, cFOOT-seq represents a robust approach for investigating the genome-wide dynamics of TF occupancy and elucidating the cis-regulatory architecture underlying gene regulation.
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4.Expression of placenta expressed transcription factor 1 in ovarian tissue of polycystic ovary syndrome rats and its effect on proliferation of rat ovarian granulosa cells
Lulu FU ; Yinggang ZOU ; Xiaoyu ZHENG ; Xueying ZHANG ; Jingshun ZHANG ; Min WANG ; Qiang ZHANG ; Lianwen ZHENG
Journal of Jilin University(Medicine Edition) 2025;51(5):1177-1184
Objective:To investigate the expression of placenta expressed transcript 1(Plet1)in ovarian tissue of the letrozole-induced model rats of polycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS)and its effect on the proliferation of rat ovarian granulosa cells,and to clarify the possible mechanism by which Plet1 may contribute to the pathogenesis of PCOS.Methods:The ovarian tissue samples from the rats collected in previous studies were used and divided into control and PCOS groups.Real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR(RT-qPCR)and Western blotting methods were used to detect the expression levels of Plet1 mRNA and protein in ovarian tissue of the rat in two groups.Additionally,twenty-four rats underwent vaginal smear cytology were divided into four groups by estrous cycle phase:proestrus,estrus,metestrus and diestrus.RT-qPCR was used to detect the expression level of Plet1 mRNA in ovarian tissue of the rats in various groups,and immunohistochemistry(IHC)method was used to detect the location of Plet1 expression in the rat ovarian tissue in various groups.The rat ovarian granulosa cells were transfected and divided into control group,si-Plet1-rat-266 group,si-Plet1-rat-383 group,and si-Plet1-rat-554 group.Cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)method was used to assess the cell proliferation activities of rat ovarian granulosa cells in various groups,and RT-qPCR method was used to detect the expression levels of cyclin-d epend ent kinase 6(CDK6)and P53 mRNA in rat ovarian granulosa cells in various groups.Results:The RT-qPCR results revealed that Plet1 mRNA was expressed in the ovaries of normal rats,while no statistically significant difference was observed across estrous cycle phases(P>0.05).The immunohistochemistry results showed that the expression of Plet1 protein was mainly localized in ovarian granulosa cells and luteal cells in the rat ovarian tissue.Compared with control group,the expression levels of Plet1 mRNA and protein in ovarian tissue of the rats in PCOS group were significantly decreased(P<0.05).The RT-qPCR results showed that compared with control group,the expression level of Plet1 mRNA in ovarian granulosa cells in si-Plet1-rat-383 group was decreased(P<0.01),exhibiting the most pronounced reduction.Compared with control group,the proliferation activity of rat ovarian granulosa cells in si-Plet1-rat-383 group was decreased(P<0.05).Compared with control group,the expression levels of CDK6 and P53 mRNA in rat ovarian granulosa cells in si-Plet1-rat-383 group were significantly decreased(P<0.05 or P<0.01).Conclusion:Plet1 protein is predominantly expressed and localized in granulosa cells and luteal cells in normal rat ovarian tissue.Its expression is downregulated in the ovarian tissue of PCOS model rats,and interference with Plet1 gene expression may inhibit the proliferation of rat ovarian granulosa cells.
5.Research progress in biomechanical parameter of Tuina rolling manipulation
Fanyi LI ; Xiaoyu ZHI ; Yuetong LI ; Fengjiao REN ; Shifang FU ; Yanguo WANG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;47(1):132-136
Rolling manipulation is one of the swing techniques with strong operational skills in massage therapy. This article summarized the biomechanical parameters and mechanism of the massage operation from multiple perspectives, including three-dimensional motion, force trajectory, dynamic parameters, force effect relationship, and mechanism. It is found that the massage operation could exert force in the vertical and horizontal directions of the body surface, and the movement trajectories of the front and back were generally symmetrical. The anterior force was approximately three times the retraction force, and the brachioradialis, pectoralis major, triceps, and deltoids were the main muscles that could exert force during manual manipulation. The method can have effects on hemodynamics, cellular anti-inflammatory effects, and improve the physiological function of tissues and organs. However, there is currently a lack of objective and unified norms and standards for the specific strength, frequency, and specific parameter combinations of massage methods, so the further improvement is still needed.
6.Determination of carbon disulfide in workplace air by portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry
Yan ZHANG ; Xiaoyu HU ; Jing ZHANG ; Qiaozhen GUO ; Jia FU ; Lei ZHONG ; Yedong GUO ; Donglin LI ; Dongdong CAO ; Liu LIU
China Occupational Medicine 2025;52(6):682-685
Objective To establish a portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) method for determining carbon disulfide in workplace air. Methods Samples were collected using the built-in Tenax GR adsorption tube in the portable GC-MS, followed by thermal desorption. The analytes were separated on a DB-1 chromatographic column and detected by a 3D ion trap mass spectrometer, with 1,3,5-tris(trifluoromethyl)benzene used as the internal standard. Qualitative analysis was based on retention time and characteristic ions, and quantitative analysis was performed using the internal standard method. Results The method showed a linear range of 0.034-0.340 mg/m³ with a correlation coefficient of 0.999 4 using the adsorption tube enrichment mode. The detection limit was 0.007 mg/m³, and the lower limit of quantification was 0.022 mg/m³. The average recovery ranged from 97.5% to 104.0%. The within-run and between-run relative standard deviation was 2.7%-10.4% and 8.8%-14.8%, respectively. Conclusion A rapid, green, highly sensitive, and interference-resistant on-site detection method was established. As a supplement to existing national standard methods, this method is suitable for real-time monitoring of carbon disulfide in workplace air and for occupational exposure risk assessment.
7.A sericin hydrogel scaffold for sustained dexamethasone release modulates macrophage polarization to promote mandibular bone defect repair in rats
Yiping FAN ; Menglin LUO ; Dongzong HUANG ; Lin LIU ; Bo FU ; Xiaoyu WANG ; Miaosheng GUAN ; Hongbo LI
Journal of Southern Medical University 2024;44(3):533-540
Objective To evaluate the efficacy of a modified sericin hydrogel scaffold loaded with dexamethasone(SMH-CD/DEX)scaffold for promoting bone defect healing by stimulating anti-inflammatory macrophage polarization.Methods The light-curable SMH-CD/DEX scaffold was prepared using dexamethasone-loaded NH2-β-cyclodextrin(NH2-β-CD)and sericin hydrogel and characterized by scanning electron microscopy(SEM),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),biocompatibility assessment and drug release test.THP-1 macrophages incubated with the scaffold were examined for protein expressions of iNOS and Arg-1,mRNA expressions of IL-6,Il-10,Arg-1 and iNOS,and surface markers CD86 and CD206 using Western blotting,RT-qPCR,and flow cytometry.In a co-culture system of human periodontal ligament stem cells(HPDLSCs)and THP-1 macrophages,the osteogenic ability of the stem cells incubated with the scaffold was evaluated by detecting protein expressions of COL1A1 and Runx2 and expressions of ALP,Runx2,OCN and BMP2 mRNA,ALP staining,and alizarin red staining.In a rat model of mandibular bone defect,the osteogenic effect of the scaffold was assessed by observing bone regeneration using micro-CT and histopathological staining.Results In THP-1 macrophages,incubation with SMH-CD/DEX scaffold significantly enhanced protein expressions of Arg-1 and mRNA expressions of IL-10 and Arg-1 and lowered iNOS protein expression and IL-6 and iNOS mRNA expressions.In the co-culture system,SMH-CD/DEX effectively increased the protein expressions of COL1A1 and Runx2 and mRNA expressions of ALP and BMP2 in HPDLSCs and promoted their osteogenic differentiation.In the rat models,implantation of SMH-CD/DEX scaffold significantly promoted bone repair and bone regeneration in the bone defect.Conclusion The SMH-CD/DEX scaffold capable of sustained dexamethasone release promotes osteogenic differentiation of stem cells and bone defect repair in rats by regulating M2 polarization.
8.The effect of mandibular retrusion on cerebral blood flow and stroke recovery in rats
Chunfeng FU ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Quancheng HAN ; Xiuyun ZHENG ; Qin MEI ; Yuhe CHENG ; Tingting WU
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2024;59(10):1814-1822
Objective To explore the changes in cerebral blood flow caused by mandibular retrusion,as well as the impact and potential mechanisms on stroke recovery.Methods 6-week-old SD male rats were selected as experi-mental subjects.The metal cannula was bonded to the rat maxillary incisor for one week,forcing mandibular retru-sion(MR).Cerebral blood flow was detected by laser speckle imaging.Cognitive function was detected by the Morris water.Then,the stroke model was constructed in MR rats by using the middle cerebral artery occlusion(MCAO)method for one week.Meanwhile,metal cannulae were then removed in rats to restore the lower jaw's position(MCAO RO),serving as a positive control group.Consequently,rats were randomly divided into the fol-lowing groups:Sham groups,MCAO groups,MCAO MR groups,and MCAO RO groups.Neurological recovery was assessed through the modified neurological severity score(mNSS).The area of cerebral infarction was evalua-ted by using triphenyltetrazolium(TTC)staining.The changes in nerve cells were observed by using hematoxylin eosin(HE)staining.The protein expression level of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF)was detected by immunohistochemistry.The protein expression levels of platelet-endothelial cell adhesion molecule(CD31),sirtuin 6(SIRT6),and thioredoxin interaction protein(TXNIP)were detected by Western blot.The mRNA expression levels of SIRT6,TXNIP,and VEGF were determined by qRT-PCR.Microglia activation marker molecule 1(IBA-1)was detected by immunofluorescence.Resluts Because of mandibular retrusion,laser speckle showed de-creased cerebral blood flow,and the water maze showed decreased cognitive function.Compared to other groups,MCAO MR showed a larger ischemic area in TTC staining,while HE staining and neurological scoring showed poo-rer neurological function recovery.Western blot and qRT-PCR showed that the MCAO MR group inhibited the mR-NA and protein expression levels of SIRT6,upregulated the mRNA and protein expression levels of TXNIP,and in-creased the activation of microglia.Conclusion Mandibular retrusion reduces cerebral blood flow and alters cogni-tive function in rats.Mandibular retrusion inhibits recovery in stroke through the SIRT6/TXNIP axis.
9.Discussion on the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Children Enuresis Based on the Theory "Kidney-Marrow-Brain" Axis and "Yin Heel Channel (阴跷脉)"
Bo ZHANG ; Xianqing REN ; Wen FU ; Yuying SUN ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Chundong SONG ; Xia ZHANG ; Qingyin GUO ; Ying DING
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(9):909-914
Guided by the theory of "kidney generates marrow", the study elaborates the viewpoint that the route of Yin Heel Channel (阴跷脉) is consistent with the "kidney-marrow-brain" axis from the perspective of the circulation of the meridians and the relationship between the zang-fu organs. Accordingly, it is believed that disease of Yin Heel Channel and dysfunction of the "kidney-marrow-brain" axis are the core pathogenesis of children enuresis, and it is elaborated from the following three major aspects, firstly, insufficient kidney essence, dysfunction of the "kidney-marrow-brain" axis, secondly, disease of Yin Heel Channel and deficiency and cold in lower jiao, and thirdly, disease of Yin Heel Channel and loss of nourishment of Chong Vessel. It is proposed to use the mode of "firstly needle, secondly moxibustion, and lastly consolidation" to treat children enuresis. Needle is to adjust yin and yang, warm yang and tonify kidney, and wake up the brain and open the orifices. The acupoints in Yin Heel Channel such as Zhaohai (KI 6), Jiaoxin (KI 8) and confluence points of the eight extraordinary vessels such as Waiguan (TE 5), Zulinqi (GB 41) are used, together with Baihui (GV 20), Yintang (EX-HN 3), Guanyuan (CV 4), Qixue (KI 13), Dazhong (KI 4). Moxibustion is to reinforce healthy qi and warm yang, bank up the root and consolidate the original qi by moxibustion at Shenque (CV 8), Mingmen (GV 4), and Xuanshu (GV 5). Consolidation is to use acupoints application to consolidate the therapeutic effect, and Guanyuan (CV 4) & Pangguangshu (BL 28), Qihai (CV 6) & Zhishi (BL 52), and Shenque (CV 8) & Ciliao (BL 32) are commonly used as the three groups of acupoints to warm the kidney and stop collapse, regulate and tonify the qi and blood.
10.Clinical value of routine electroencephalogram combined with serum miR-146a and miR-129-5p levels in diagnosis of drug-resistant epilepsy patients
Meina WU ; Weizheng DAI ; Yudun PAN ; Maolin FU ; Xiaoyu CHEN
Tianjin Medical Journal 2024;52(11):1207-1211
Objective To investigate the clinical diagnostic value of routine electroencephalogram(EEG)combined with serum miR-146a and miR-129-5p levels in drug-resistant epilepsy.Methods Sixty patients with refractory epilepsy admitted to our hospital from June 2021 to June 2023 were included in the refractory epilepsy group,and 40 healthy volunteers were included in the control group.Human microvascular endothelial drug-resistant cells(HBMECs)continuously exposed to PHT2 were cultured in vitro and transfected with miR-NC(the miR-NC group),miR-146a mimics(the miR-146a mimics group)and miR-129-5p mimics(the miR-129-5p mimics group),respectively.Western blod assay was used to detect the expression of high-mobility group protein B1(HMGB1)in each group.Serum miR-146a and miR-129-5p levels were detected by fluorescent quantitative PCR(polymerase chain reaction),and serum HMGB1 protein expression was detected by Western blod assay.The sensitivity,specificity and accuracy of routine EEG,serum miR-146a and miR-129-5p levels and combined diagnosis of drug-resistant epilepsy were evaluated using the comprehensive consultation results of several expert physicians as the gold standard,and ROC curves were drawn.Results Compared with the control group,the expression of HMGB1 was significantly decreased in the drug-resistant group.Compared with the miR-NC group,HMGB1 expression was significantly decreased in the miR-129-5p mimics group and the miR-146a mimics group(P<0.05).Compared with the healthy group,the serum HMGB1 protein expression was down-regulated and miR-146a and miR-129-5p expression levels were significantly up-regulated in the refractory epilepsy group.ROC curve analysis indicated that the area under the curve,sensitivity,specificity and accuracy of conventional EEG combined with serum miR-146a and miR-129-5p levels were higher in the diagnosis of refractory epilepsy than that of single diagnostic method.Conclusion The combination of routine EEG and serum miR-129-5p and miR-146a levels can provide help for the diagnosis of drug-resistant patients.


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