1.Diagnostic value of serum lncRNA H19 and miR-22-3p in patients with acute myocardial infarction
Sheng ZHAO ; Dinghong LIU ; Mengyu ZHU ; Li RONG ; Wei CHENG ; Yanlin GAO
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(5):855-860
ObjectiveTo explore the expression levels of long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) H19 and microRNA-22-3p (miR-22-3p) in the serum of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and their diagnostic value for AMI. MethodsA total of 176 AMI patients were selected as the experimental group and were divided into ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) group (n=95) and non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) group (n=81) based on their medical history and electrocardiogram. Meanwhile, 156 patients with negative angiography during the same period were selected as the control group (CON group). The relative expression levels of lncRNA H19 and miR-22-3p in the serum of the two groups were detected by real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction. The diagnostic value of miR-22-3p and lncRNA H19 in AMI was evaluated by receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) analysis. The levels of serum cardiac troponin I (cTnI), creatine kinase (CK), creatine kinase MB isoenzyme (CK-MB), and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) were detected in all study subjects. Spearman correlation analyses were used to evaluate the correlations between lncRNA H19 and miR-22-3p and cTnI, CK, CK-MB and CRP. ResultsCompared with the control group, the expression level of lncRNA H19 was upregulated and the expression level of miR-22-3p was downregulated in the AMI group (all P<0.01); compared with the NSTEMI group, the expression level of lncRNA H19 was upregulated and the expression level of miR-22-3p was downregulated in the STEMI group (P<0.01). The areas under the ROC curves (AUC) for the diagnosis of AMI by miR-22-3p, lncRNA H19 and their combination were 0.555, 0.977, and 0.983, respectively. lncRNA H19 was positively correlated with cTnI, CK, CK-MB and CRP (P<0.05), and negatively correlated with left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) (P<0.001); miR-22-3p was negatively correlated with cTnI, CK and CRP, and positively correlated with LVEF (P<0.05). ConclusionThe expression level of lncRNA H19 is elevated and the expression level of miR-22-3p decreased in AMI patients, and their levels may have potential value as an auxiliary biomarker for AMI diagnosis and cardiac function assessment.
2.Pregnancy outcomes in dichorionic twins: comparing assisted reproductive technology and spontaneous conception
Jiancai YIN ; Ziyan ZHAO ; Baojing ZHAO ; Zhen YU ; Yuanyuan YANG
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(5):908-913
ObjectiveTo investigate the differences in pregnancy outcomes between dichorionic diamniotic (DCDA) twin pregnancies conceived via assisted reproductive technology (ART) and those from spontaneous conception, in order to provide evidence for the perinatal management of ART-conceived DCDA twins. MethodsA retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 549 DCDA twin parturients. Based on the mode of conception, they were divided into ART group (423 cases) and spontaneous conception group (126 cases). The baseline characteristics, pregnancy complications and neonatal outcomes were compared between the two groups. ResultsRegarding baseline characteristics, the ART group had higher maternal age, number of previous abortions, proportions of primiparas, proportions of advanced maternal age and greater 24-hour postpartum blood loss, but lower parity and proportion of scarred uterus compared to the spontaneous conception group (P<0.05). For pregnancy complications, the ART group exhibited higher incidences of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, placental adhesion, postpartum hemorrhage and a higher application rate of uterine artery ascending branch ligation (P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences in neonatal-related indicators between the two groups. After adjusting for confounding factors such as age, number of abortions and parities, ART remained an independent risk factor for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, placental adhesion and postpartum hemorrhage (P<0.05), while it did not increase the risk of adverse neonatal outcomes. Further subgroup analysis by gestational age showed that in the late preterm subgroup, the risk of ART-related pregnancy complications remained elevated (P<0.05). Additionally, neonatal outcomes showed no significant difference between the two groups in both the late preterm and term subgroups. ConclusionART increases the risk of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, placental adhesion and postpartum hemorrhage in DCDA twin parturients. Clinically, enhanced monitoring of blood pressure during pregnancy and blood loss during delivery and postpartum, along with targeted prevention and management of these complications, are crucial for improving pregnancy outcomes.
3.Application value of deep learning reconstruction technology in enhancing the imaging efficiency and quality of HASTE and DWI sequences for liver MRI
Lulu FENG ; Zhili PAN ; Yingming ZHAO
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(5):937-942
ObjectiveTo explore the value of deep learning reconstruction (DLR) in liver magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) by comparing the single-shot half-fourier rapid spin-echo sequence with DLR (HASTEDLR) and diffusion-weighted imaging sequence with DLR (DWIDLR) against the conventional BLADE and conventional DWI sequences. Methods70 patients underwent MRI examinations. Two observers independently evaluated the image quality of each sequence (including liver edge, blood vessels, lesion clarity, etc.). Additionally, quantitative evaluation was conducted by measuring the signal to noise ratio (SNR) of liver parenchyma and lesions, contrast to noise ratio (CNR) of lesions, as well as apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) values from conventional DWI and DWIDLR. Intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was used to evaluate the consistency between the two observers. ResultsThe inter-observer consistency was high (ICC: 0.84-0.97). The scanning time was reduced by 92.63% for HASTEDLR and 50% for DWIDLR sequences, respectively. The lesion clarity score of the HASTEDLR group was significantly better than that of the BLADE group (P<0.001), with artifacts reduced in both DLR sequences (P< 0.05). The HASTEDLR group demonstrated higher SNR and CNR, while the DWIDLR group showed higher SNR and ADC values (all P<0.05). ConclusionThe DLR technology can enhance the efficiency of liver MRI scans, improve image quality, and reduce artifacts, demonstrating promising application prospects.
4.Mechanisms and current applications of mechanical forces in cranial bone defect repair
Bingcheng DU ; Qi CHEN ; Yu WANG ; Zhijun ZHAO
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(5):961-968
Cranial bone defect repair remains a significant challenge in craniomaxillofacial surgery, particularly when defects exceed the critical size defect (CSD) threshold, rendering them incapable of spontaneous healing without external intervention. Mechanical forces—including compression, tension, and shear stress—play a pivotal role in cranial development and regeneration. These forces regulate osteoblast differentiation and bone regeneration by activating key mechanotransduction pathways, such as the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, the piezoelectric mechanosensitive ion channel Piezo1, and the transcriptional co-activators Yes-associated protein (Yes-Associated Protein,YAP) and Transcriptional co-activator with PDZ-binding motif (Transcriptional co-activator with PDZ-binding motif,TAZ). Distinct types of mechanical forces exert specific effects on cellular behavior and the microenvironment. Clinically, applications such as Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) have demonstrated efficacy in promoting angiogenesis-osteogenesis coupling, while tensile forces stimulate the dura mater to secrete osteogenic factors. Preliminary studies using artificial periosteum and other biomaterials have further validated that appropriate mechanical stimulation enhances bone repair. This review summarizes the effects of various mechanical forces and their associated signaling pathways on osteoblasts and their microenvironment, alongside an overview of current technological applications in this field.
5.Expert consensus on the clinical application of domestic ultra-high-definition medical endoscopes in cardiovascular surgery (2026 edition)
Junfei ZHAO ; Biaochuan HE ; Yun TENG ; Xiaohua LI ; Zerui CHEN ; Chungeng LIU ; Yijiu REN ; Chang CHEN ; Nianguo DONG ; Jimei CHEN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(06):857-865
This consensus focuses on the clinical application of domestic ultra-high-definition (UHD) medical endoscopes in cardiovascular surgery, addressing their clinical value, key technical aspects, and strategies for broader implementation. It traces the evolution of domestic endoscopic platforms from high-resolution imaging toward integrated advanced functionalities such as fluorescence imaging, three-dimensional visualization, and intelligent assistance. The document outlines standardized procedural steps and perioperative management pathways for minimally invasive endoscopic cardiovascular surgery and summarizes specific application scenarios and technical considerations in congenital heart disease, valvular disorders, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and cardiac tumors. Furthermore, recommendations are provided regarding professional training, multicenter collaboration, the establishment of clinical evaluation systems, and coordinated policy-industry support to promote standardized adoption and high-quality dissemination of domestic medical devices. Based on available evidence and expert agreement, 16 consensus statements are presented, aiming to offer authoritative and actionable guidance for clinical practice.
6.Effect evaluation of short video based health education on e-cigarette awareness improvement among junior high school students
LI Da,WANG Xiaodan,LI Lei,LIU Na,ZHAO Lei
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(6):799-803
Objective:
To evaluate the efficacy of a short video based health education model in enhancing e-cigarette awareness among junior high school students, so as to provide empirical evidence for optimizing school based health education in the digital era.
Methods:
In December 2024, a cluster sampling method was applied to recruit 465 eighth grade students from a middle school in Kunming for a survey. The intervention was implemented through playing short videos produced by the research team in the classroom, and a self designed adolescent e-cigarette questionnaire was used to conduct assessments before and after intervention, along with qualitative interviews with 60 teachers and students by purposive sampling. Pre and post intervention outcomes were compared by using paired t-test and Chi-square test. Qualitative data underwent a three stage coding process of "open, axial, and selective coding" to construct an explanatory framework.
Results:
Quantitative analysis showed significant post intervention increases in both baseline awareness scores(92.1±6.6)and deep awareness scores (70.0±17.6) compared with pre intervention( 78.2± 14.0,46.1±20.5)( t =23.54,26.72,both P <0.05), both meeting the criteria for large effect sizes (Cohen s d =1.09, 1.24). The improvement in deep awareness was particularly pronounced, specifically regarding addictive ingredients, illicit additives(tiletamine,metomidate,etomidate), and misconceptions about smoking cessation efficacy ( χ 2=150.54,113.27,117.40,112.92, 69.93 , all P <0.01). Qualitative insights revealed that narrative transportation and visual enhancement were the core mechanisms of efficacy: 87.3% of students preferred contextualized narratives, 85.5% of students decoded cognitive bottlenecks more effectively because of visual enhancement, and 72.7% relied on short videos for micro learning.
Conclusion
Short video based health education can effectively enhance e-cigarette awareness among junior high school students, offering a pragmatically viable digital pathway for school based health education.
7.Protocol for patient version of the cancer symptom management guideline
Jing CHI ; Lanfang ZHANG ; Tingting YANG ; Shihui XIE ; Chaixiu LI ; Shisi DENG ; Jianyao TANG ; Chuhan ZHONG ; Bingqian GUO ; Qiuyan REN ; Yuman LI ; Zhengya QIN ; Ping ZHAO ; Yanni WU
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(06):900-907
Effective symptom management can alleviate the physical and psychological distress experienced by patients with cancer, improve quality of life, and contribute to treatment adherence and improve clinical outcomes. However, most existing guidelines are developed for healthcare professionals, and patients and the public have limited access to standardized and comprehensible guidance on symptom management. To address this gap and to facilitate effective communication and shared decision-making, this study proposes the development of a patient version of the cancer symptom management guideline. The development process will adhere to the methodological framework recommended by the Guidelines International Network and the World Health Organization. The GRADE approach will be employed to assess the certainty of evidence and to formulate recommendations. In addition, the process will be informed by the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation Ⅱ (AGREE Ⅱ) instrument and the Reporting Items for Practice Guidelines in Healthcare-Public or Patient Versions of Guidelines (RIGHT-PVG). This protocol outlines the establishment of the guideline working group, the identification and prioritization of key questions, evidence retrieval and appraisal, and the formulation of recommendations, with the aim of ensuring methodological rigor and transparency in the development of the patient guideline and providing methodological reference for similar guideline initiatives.
8.Long-term prognosis after sublobar resection for T1a-bN0M0 non-small cell lung cancer: A propensity-score matching study
Zhao WANG ; Yanqing PAN ; Yungang SUN ; Feng SHAO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(06):913-919
Objective To evaluate the long-term survival of patients with T1a-bN0M0 non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) after sublobar resection. Methods Patients with T1a-bN0M0 NSCLC who underwent sublobar resection from 2004 to 2015 were selected from the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database, and divided into a segmentectomy group and a wedge resection group according to the resection method. After propensity-score matching at a ratio of 1:1, the overall survival (OS) and disease-specific survival (DSS) of patients were analyzed using Cox regression model, log-rank test, and restricted mean survival time (RMST). Results A total of 3262 patients were included in the study, including 1321 males and 1941 females, with a median age of 69.0 years. Among them, 2419 patients were in the wedge resection group and 843 patients were in the segmentectomy group. After matching, 843 pairs of patients were obtained. The results showed that the 10-year DSS rate (68.0% vs. 60.6%, P=0.011) and 10-year OS rate (40.8% vs. 37.0%, P=0.049) of the segmentectomy group were better than those of the wedge resection group, while there was no statistical difference in the 5-year DSS rate (82.9% vs. 79.5%, P=0.112) or 5-year OS rate (68.9% vs. 64.9%, P=0.096). Multivariate Cox regression analysis revealed that male gender [HR=1.54, 95%CI (1.28-1.86), P<0.001] and age [HR=1.02, 95%CI (1.01-1.03), P<0.001] were independent risk factors for DSS, while increased number of regional nodes dissected (RND) [HR=0.98, 95%CI (0.96-1.00), P=0.018] and segmentectomy [HR=0.82, 95%CI (0.68-0.98), P=0.030] served as protective factors. For OS, male gender [HR=1.54, 95%CI (1.35-1.75), P<0.001], age [HR=1.04, 95%CI (1.03-1.04), P<0.001], and histological subtypes of squamous cell carcinoma [HR=1.62, 95%CI (1.41-1.86), P<0.001] or large cell carcinoma [HR=1.64, 95%CI (1.07-2.52), P=0.023] were identified as independent risk factors, whereas increased RND was a protective factor [HR=0.98, 95%CI (0.97-0.99), P=0.002]. Surgical approach was not an independent prognostic factor for OS. Subgroup analysis showed that segmentectomy had a better 10-year OS-RMST in patients with adenocarcinoma (P=0.045), right lower lobe tumor (P=0.014), and tumor diameter ≤1.6 cm (P=0.006). Conclusion Increasing lymph node dissection during sublobar resection may improve prognosis. Compared with wedge resection, segmentectomy may improve the long-term DSS rate of patients with T1a-bN0M0 NSCLC.
9.Chinese expert consensus on salvage esophagectomy for esophageal cancer after definitive chemoradiotherapy
Zhaoxian LIN ; Yang HU ; Lei XIAN ; Yun LI ; Jinbo ZHAO ; Xiaobin HOU ; Shuangping ZHANG ; Sunkui KE ; Changying GUO ; Songping XIE ; Haitao WEI ; Yong LI
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(07):977-987
Definitive chemoradiotherapy (dCRT) has become a cornerstone in the treatment of locally advanced esophageal cancer; however, local control remains suboptimal, and persistent lesions or locoregional recurrences after treatment are not uncommon. For patients without distant metastases but with local failure, whether surgical intervention can still offer curative potential remains a major clinical dilemma. Salvage esophagectomy (SE) offers potential long-term survival for selected patients, but this procedure is performed in the context of severe fibrosis, impaired local blood supply, and obscured anatomical planes following chemoradiotherapy, resulting in significantly higher perioperative risk compared to primary esophagectomy. Consequently, controversies exist regarding patient selection, preoperative restaging, choice of surgical approach, extent of lymphadenectomy, gastrointestinal reconstruction, and perioperative management. In recent years, with the refinement of restaging modalities such as PET/CT, the accumulation of experience in high-volume centers, and emerging evidence from clinical studies, the clinical role of SE has gradually shifted from a "high-risk salvage measure" to a "selective curative strategy aimed at achieving long-term survival in carefully selected patients". Nevertheless, standardized guidelines for patient selection, technical approaches, and perioperative management are still lacking. Based on current evidence and clinical experience, experts organized by the Integrated Esophageal Cancer Committee of Chinese Anti-Cancer Association systematically reviewed key issues regarding SE, including its definition, indications, preoperative evaluation, choice of surgical approach, lymphadenectomy, gastrointestinal reconstruction, and perioperative management, and formulated a Chinese expert consensus. This consensus aims to provide guidance for standardized assessment, appropriate referral, individualized surgical decision-making, and optimized perioperative management of patients with locoregional failure after dCRT. Ultimately, this will increase the likelihood of R0 resection, reduce the risk of severe complications, and promote the safer, more judicious, and standardized implementation of SE in high-risk scenarios.
10.Study on synthetic process of 18α-glycyrrhizic acid
Yuxing LI ; Xueyan MA ; Ke ZHAO ; Jiaxing ZHAO
Journal of China Pharmaceutical University 2026;57(3):288-294
In this study, the synthetic process of 18α-glycyrrhizic acid was optimized. Using 18β-glycyrrhizic acid monoammonium salt as the starting material, the target compound 18α-glycyrrhizic acid was obtained through isomerization, esterification, and hydrolysis, with a total yield of 9.43%, purity of 99.23% and key impurity A of 0.17% (HPLC). The optimized process significantly improved the isomerization conversion rate, reduced the formation of related substances, simplified the purification steps, and enhanced both industrial scalability and cost efficiency.


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