1.Association of polymorphisms of the acetyl-coA acetyltransferase 1 gene and the melatonin receptor 1B gene with the susceptibility to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Lei MA ; Xinxin HU ; Bo ZHAO ; Qiang WAN ; Lin ZHOU ; Zhenzhen ZHAO ; Yongning XIN
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(4):700-705
ObjectiveTo investigate the association of the polymorphisms of the acetyl-CoA acetyltransferase 1 (ACAT1) gene and the melatonin receptor 1B (MTNR1B) gene with the susceptibility to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). MethodsA total of 164 healthy controls and 228 NAFLD patients were enrolled in this study. PCR and sequencing methods were used to determine the genotypes of the polymorphisms of the ACAT1 gene at the rs1044925 and rs1157651 loci and the MTNR1B gene at the rs10830963 locus, and fasting venous blood samples were collected for biochemical analysis. The t-test was used for comparison of normally distributed continuous data between groups, and the non-parametric Mann-Whitney U test was used for comparison of non-normally distributed continuous data between groups; the chi-square test was used for comparison of categorical data between groups. ResultsThere were no significant differences between the NAFLD group and the healthy control group in the genotype distribution of the ACAT1 gene at the rs1044925 and rs1157651 loci and the MTNR1B gene at the rs10830963 locus (all P>0.05). The carriers of AA genotype at the rs1044925 locus of the ACAT1 gene had a significantly higher level of low-density lipoprotein than the carriers of C allele (Z=-2.08, P=0.04), and the carriers of G allele at the rs10830963 locus of the MTNR1B gene had a significantly higher level of fasting blood glucose than the carriers of CC genotype (Z=-3.01, P<0.01). ConclusionThe polymorphisms of the ACAT1 gene at the rs1044925 and rs1157651 loci and the MTNR1B gene at the rs10830963 locus were not associated with the susceptibility to NAFLD. The rs1044925 locus of the ACAT1 gene and the rs10830963 locus of the MTNR1B gene are associated with the levels of low-density lipoprotein and fasting blood glucose, respectively.
2.Cellular therapy in pancreatic cancer
Chengyang HU ; Qi ZHANG ; Tingbo LIANG
Tumor 2024;44(12):1191-1208
Pancreatic cancer has an insidious onset and a high degree of malignancy,and due to the limited efficacy of traditional treatments such as surgery and chemotherapy,this tumor has been one of the malignant tumors with the highest morbidity and mortality rates.In recent years,cell therapy,which utilizes and modifies the patient's own immune cells to target and kill tumor cells,is gradually becoming one of the potential alternatives to traditional treatment of tumors,and has achieved positive results in hematologic tumors.However,cell therapy in solid tumors,such as pancreatic cancer,is still in the research stage,and although it has achieved some efficacy,it is still full of challenges.In this review,the mechanism of chimeric antigen receptor-T cells(CAR-T),T cell receptor-T cells(TCR-T),and tumor infiltrating lymphocytes(TILs)in cell therapy and the efficacy in the treatment of pancreatic cancer were thoroughly discussed.Meanwhile,the main reasons for the poor effect of cell therapy in pancreatic cancer and the current research progress in improving the effect of cell therapy are preliminarily analyzed.
3.Cellular therapy in pancreatic cancer
Chengyang HU ; Qi ZHANG ; Tingbo LIANG
Tumor 2024;44(12):1191-1208
Pancreatic cancer has an insidious onset and a high degree of malignancy,and due to the limited efficacy of traditional treatments such as surgery and chemotherapy,this tumor has been one of the malignant tumors with the highest morbidity and mortality rates.In recent years,cell therapy,which utilizes and modifies the patient's own immune cells to target and kill tumor cells,is gradually becoming one of the potential alternatives to traditional treatment of tumors,and has achieved positive results in hematologic tumors.However,cell therapy in solid tumors,such as pancreatic cancer,is still in the research stage,and although it has achieved some efficacy,it is still full of challenges.In this review,the mechanism of chimeric antigen receptor-T cells(CAR-T),T cell receptor-T cells(TCR-T),and tumor infiltrating lymphocytes(TILs)in cell therapy and the efficacy in the treatment of pancreatic cancer were thoroughly discussed.Meanwhile,the main reasons for the poor effect of cell therapy in pancreatic cancer and the current research progress in improving the effect of cell therapy are preliminarily analyzed.
4.Efficacy and safety of tenofovir alafenamide fumarate in treatment of chronic hepatitis B patients aged ≥60 years in Qingdao, China
Yuwen SONG ; Lizhen CHEN ; Wenwen JIN ; Ning GENG ; Yang ZHANG ; Shuixian DU ; Bentian ZHAO ; Jianping DUAN ; Yong ZHOU ; Chunhua BI ; Lei MA ; Xinxin HU ; Jihong ZHANG ; Jiantao SUN ; Jie TAN ; Yongning XIN
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2023;39(5):1061-1069
Objective To investigate the application value of tenofovir alafenamide fumarate (TAF) in elderly patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) and its influence on bones and kidneys. Methods A total of 36 CHB patients, aged ≥60 years, who received TAF antiviral therapy in Qingdao Municipal Hospital, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao Sixth People's Hospital, Chengyang People's Hospital, and Jimo People's Hospital from June 2021 to October 2022 were enrolled in this study, and all patients received TAF (25 mg/d) antiviral therapy. Related data were collected at baseline and weeks 24 and 48 of treatment, including virological indicators, biochemical parameters, urinary protein electrophoresis indices, transient elastography (FibroScan), and bone mineral density. Virological indicators included high-sensitivity HBV DNA quantification; biochemical parameters included total bilirubin, direct bilirubin (DBil), indirect bilirubin (IBil), alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, alkaline phosphatase, gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase, total bile acid (TBA), glucose, blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, estimated glomerular filtration rate, and cystatin C (Cys C); urinary protein electrophoresis indices included urinary β2 microglobulin (β2-MG), urinary retinol (URBP), and urinary α1 microspherin (α1-MG). The paired t -test was used for comparison of normally distributed continuous data before and after treatment, and the Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used for comparison of non-normally distributed continuous data before and after treatment; the chi-square test or the Fisher's exact test was used for comparison of categorical data. Results A total of 36 CHB patients completed 24 weeks of follow-up. The complete virological response rate after 24 weeks of treatment was higher than that at baseline [83.3% (30/36) vs 77.8% (28/36), χ 2 =0.36, P =0.55], and there were significant reductions in DBil ( t =-2.42, P =0.02) and Cys C ( t =-4.34, P < 0.001) from baseline to week 24. A total of 18 CHB patients completed 48 weeks of follow-up. The complete virological response rate after 48 weeks of treatment was higher than that at baseline (94.4% vs 77.8%, χ 2 =2.22, P =0.34), and there were significant increases in IBil ( t =2.43, P =0.03), TBA ( Z =-2.24, P =0.03), and bone mineral density T score of lumbar vertebra ( t =2.92, P = 0.01) and femoral neck ( t =2.42, P =0.03) and a significant reduction in liver stiffness measurement ( t =-2.31, P =0.03). There were no significant changes in β2-MG, URBP, and α1-MG after treatment (all P > 0.05). Conclusion TAF has a good antiviral effect in CHB patients aged ≥60 years and can help more CHB patients achieve complete virological response, without causing damage to the kidney, and it can also improve bone mineral density and liver fibrosis degree.
5.Association of fat mass- and obesity-associated gene (FTO) polymorphisms with susceptibility to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Lei MA ; Anhua HAO ; Xinxin HU ; Zhenzhen ZHAO ; Lin ZHOU ; Yongning XIN
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2022;38(12):2723-2727
Objective To investigate the relationship between Fat Mass- and obesity-associated gene (FTO) polymorphisms and the susceptibility of non-alcohol-related fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in a Han population from Qingdao region of China. Methods A total of 119 NAFLD patients were recruited from Qingdao Municipal Hospital and Chengyang District People's Hospital and 187 control individuals who received annual physical examination were also included. Their clinicopathological information and study questionnaire were collected. Their fasting venous blood was extracted for biochemical analyses and FTO polymorphism genotyping using the polymerase chain reaction combined with DNA sequencing. The data were statistically assessed. Results The data showed statistically significant differences in age, BMI, ALT, GGT, TG and Bil between NAFLD patients and normal controls (all P < 0.05). FTO polymorphism genotyping data showed three genotypes of FTO rs1421085 (TT, CT, and CC), rs8050136 (TT, CT, and CC) and rs9939609 (TT, AT, AA). However, there was no statistical difference in both allele frequency and genotype of FTO rs1421085, rs9939609, and rs8050136 between NAFLD and controls (all P > 0.05) and there was also no statistical difference in clinical parameters among these genotype carriers (all P > 0.05). Conclusion NAFLD patients showed significantly statistical differences in age, BMI, ALT, GGT, TG, and BIL vs. those of normal controls. However, this study did not find any association of FTO rs1421085, rs9939609, and rs8050136 polymorphisms with NAFLD susceptibility in this Qingdao region of Han Chinese population.
6.Group risk perception and selfefficacy with individual prevention/control behaviors among college students during the COVID 19 pandemic
Chinese Journal of School Health 2022;43(10):1539-1543
Objective:
To explore the relationship between group risk perception, self efficacy and attitudes among college students, and its associations with individual prevention and control behaviors regarding COVID 19 pandemic.
Methods:
From October to November 2021, data were collected among 4 092 undergraduate students from eight colleges and universities in Anhui Province,using a multi stage stratified cluster sampling method. A t test and analysis of variance were performed for comparison between groups, while multiple linear regression was employed to investigate group risk perception, self efficacy and attitudes among college students in terms of individual COVID 19 prevention and control measures.
Results:
The total scores of group emotional risk perception (ARP), cognitive risk perception (CRP), distance perception (DIP) and self efficacy were (19.72±4.01)(14.56±3.64)(18.04±5.33) and (27.27±6.74), respectively. The total score of attitudes and beliefs was (26.15±4.54), while individual prevention and control behavior was (25.67±4.45). Emotional risk perception ( β=0.16 ), cognitive risk perception ( β=0.08 ), attitudes ( β=0.23 ) and self efficacy ( β=0.13 ) were positively correlated with individual prevention and control behaviors of college students( P <0.05). However, distance risk perception had no significant effect ( P >0.05).
Conclusion
Risk perception, self efficacy and attitude of college students are correlated with individual COVID 19 prevention and control behaviors. Therefore, colleges and universities should strengthen general self efficacy and attitude,and improve risk awareness towards COVID 19 among college students, and promote the effective prevention and control of campus epidemic.
7.Efficacy of low dose whole-lung irradiation for the treatment of moderate to severe COVID-19 pneumonia: Meta-analysis
Junwei LI ; Hui LUO ; Yongqiang HU ; Shaobei LI ; Chengyang SHENG
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2022;42(10):765-770
Objective:To systematically evaluate the efficacy of low dose whole-lung irradiation in COVID-19 pneumonia based on the present evidence.Methods:All literature related to the application of low dose whole-lung irradiation in COVID-19 pneumonia were retrieved from Pubmed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Google scholar, Scoupus, CNKI, Wanfang database, VIP database until May 2022. Two researchers independently screened the literature. For the literature that met the inclusion criteria, both data extraction and literature quality evaluation were blinded. Revman 5.3 software was used for statistical analysis.Results:A total of 5 controlled clinical trials involving 194 patients met the inclusion criteria. No statistically significant differences were detected in the low dose whole-lung irradiation group compared with the best supportive care group for clinical recovery rates, intubation rates, radiographic improvement rates and 28 d-overall survival.Conclusions:In patients of COVID-19 pneumonia, low dose whole-lung irradiation conferred no significant benefit to clinical outcomes. Currently, the routine use of low dose whole-lung irradiation for the treatment of moderate to severe COVID-19 pneumonia is not recommended.
8.The role of rejection sensitivity in the relationship between the psychological resilience and social adaptability of college students with left behind experience
YANG Xiaojing, DING Kun, HUANG Kai, CHENG Xin, ZHANG Kangdi, HU Chengyang, ZHANG Xiujun
Chinese Journal of School Health 2021;42(6):867-871
Objective:
To explore the role of rejection sensitivity in the relationship between the psychological resilience and social adaptability of college students with left behind experience, so as to provide reference for college students to beffer adapt to the society.
Methods:
Self designed questionnaire, the Conor Davidson Resilience Scale(CD-RISC), the Chinese College Students Adaptation Scale(CCSAS), and the Rejection Sensitivity Questionnaire (RSQ) were administered among 3 418 college students from four universities in Anhui Province with the stratified cluster sampling method. This research investigation used AMOS version 21.0 to construct a structural equation model of rejection sensitivity, psychological resilience, and social adaptability, to analyze the mediation effect.
Results:
There were 1 324 college students with lefe behind experience. Compared with college students without left behind experience[(64.47±13.79)(197.90±25.57)(10.86±2.98)], students with left behind experience exhibited lower levels of psychological resilience, social adaptability, and rejection sensitivity[(63.26±13.69)(195.14±24.60)(10.45±2.91)](t=-2.50, -3.12, -3.87, P<0.05); Rejection sensitivity was negatively associated with social adaptability, and psychological resilience among college students with left behind experience(r=-0.24, -0.22, P<0.01), while social adaptability was positively correlated with psychological resilience(r=0.64, P<0.01). The results of the mediation model showed that psychological resilience affected the mediation path of social adaptability by rejection sensitivity (mediation effect value=0.02, 95%CI=0.01-0.05, P<0.05).
Conclusion
Left behind experience had a negative impact on the psychological resilience and social adaptability of undergraduates. With respect to the psychological resilience of undergraduates with left behind experience, rejection sensitivity played a mediating role in the social adaptability relationship.
9.Relationships among psychological stress, achievement motivation and psychological capital in college students
Chinese Journal of School Health 2021;42(11):1645-1649
Objective:
This study explored the relationships among psychological stress, achievement motivation and psychological capital in college students to provide a reference for improving the level of psychological capital in college students.
Methods:
A multi stage stratified cluster sampling method was used to select 9 940 college students from ten universities in Anhui Province. The achievement motivation scale (AMS), psychological stress scale (SRQ-20) and psychological capital scale (PPQ) were applied. The moderating effect of the questionnaire was analyzed with χ 2 tests, Spearman rank correlation and stratified regression.
Results:
Statistical differences were found in psychological stress according to major, whether students leader, family economic status and whether students had left behind experience ( χ 2=15.50, 10.25, 28.61, 25.55, P <0.05). The rank correlation results indicated that psychological stress was negatively correlated with the pursuit of success ( r =-0.27) and four dimensions of self efficacy,optimism,hope and resilence in psychological capital ( r =-0.43, -0.41,-0.36,-0.45)( P <0.05), and was positively correlated with the avoidance of failure ( r =0.25, P <0.05). The stratified regression model indicated that psychological stress in the dimensions of college students achievement motivation (pursuit of success: β =0.02, Δ R 2=0.01, P <0.01; failure avoidance: β = 0.03 , Δ R 2=0.01, P <0.01) played a moderating role in the relationship between psychological capital and psychological capital.
Conclusion
Being female, senior students, low household economic status, and left behind experience are associated with more psychological stress among college students. Psychological stress is correlated with achievement motivation and psychological capital, and has a moderating effect on the relationship between achievement motivation and psychological capital.
10.Associate factors of mobile phone dependence and predictive value of psychological resilience among college students
HUANG Kai, CHEN Sifan, OUYANG Le, JIANG Wen, HUA Xiaoguo, LI Fengli, HU Chengyang, ZHANG Xiujun
Chinese Journal of School Health 2019;40(7):1050-1052
Objective:
To explore associated factors of mobile phone dependence and its relation with psychological resilience among college students.
Methods:
College students from 5 universities in Hefei were randomly selected through multi-stage sampling (stratified clustering) and investigated with questionnaires. A total of 2 502 college students were included in the analysis.
Results:
Mobile phone dependence among college students differed by gender (χ2=18.25, P<0.01), residence (χ2=17.71, P<0.01), whether in a relationship(χ2=8.09, P<0.01), grade(χ2=19.58, P<0.01), only child(χ2=7.48, P<0.01), family economic status (χ2=17.43, P<0.01) and time spent in mobile phone (χ2=73.46,P<0.01) while no similar differences were found by family structure and length of mobile phone ownership. Spearman correlation showed negative correlation (P<0.01) between mobile phone dependence and psychological resilience. Logistic regression model results showed that female, not in a relationship, lower grade, less time spent in mobile phone and high psychological resilience were negatively correlated with mobile phone dependence. Compared with students from rural areas, urban area was positively associated with mobile phone dependence. Emotional control, family support, and interpersonal assistance associated with lower risk for mobile phone dependence.
Conclusion
Mobile phone dependence is affected by gender, relationship status, grade, usage duration, and residence. High psychological resilience associated negatively with risk for mobile phone dependence.


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