1.Development of a nomogram model to predict the postoperative prognosis of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma undergoing hepatectomy
Lu LU ; Chunlong WU ; Huifei ZHANG ; Yufen ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2025;31(10):737-743
Objective:To develop a nomogram model based on the preoperative neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio and gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT) -to-platelet ratio (NLR-GPR) score to predict the prognosis of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) undergoing hepatectomy.Methods:Clinical data of 284 patients with HCC who underwent curative resection at Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province between January 2012 and September 2016 were retrospectively analyzed, including 235 males and 49 females, aged 57(51, 65) years. Clinical data, including gender, age, neutrophil count, lymphocyte count, platelet count, GGT, and total bilirubin, were collected. The Cox proportional hazards regression model was employed to assess the relationship between the preoperative NLR-GPR score and patient disease-free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS). A nomogram was constructed based on the results of the multivariate analysis. Survival curves were generated using the Kaplan-Meier method, and differences between groups were evaluated using the log-rank test. The performance of the model was assessed by the concordance index (C-index).Results:The NLR-GPR score was found to be negatively correlated with both DFS and OS (both P<0.05), where a higher score indicated a poorer prognosis. Multivariate analysis identified the NLR-GPR score as an independent risk factor for both DFS ( HR=1.463, 95% CI: 1.135-1.887, P=0.003) and OS ( HR=1.734, 95% CI: 1.300-2.313, P<0.001). A nomogram was deve-loped based on the variables selected from the multivariate Cox regression analysis, including postoperative pleural effusion, AJCC stage, vascular invasion, and the NLR-GPR score. This nomogram demonstrated good predictive accuracy, with C-indices for DFS and OS of 0.676 and 0.726, respectively. Conclusion:The nomogram model, constructed based on the preoperative NLR-GPR score and relevant clinicopathological factors, can effectively predict the postoperative survival of patients with HCC undergoing hepatectomy.
2.Analysis and prediction of disease burden of stroke and its subtypes in China from 1990 to 2040.
Jing WANG ; Chunlong XIAO ; Zhao CHENG ; Hongxiang LIU ; Weixi ZHANG ; Chuanhua YU
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(19):2452-2463
BACKGROUND:
In China, stroke burden remains severe as it is a major cause of mortality and disability. Detailed analyses across different subtypes will help optimize intervention strategies, enhance resource allocation efficiency, and ultimately reduce the overall disease burden.
METHODS:
We conducted a descriptive analysis of the incidence, prevalence, mortality, disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), years of life lost (YLLs), and years lived with disability (YLDs) of stroke and its subtypes using data (1990-2021) from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) database. A Joinpoint regression model was applied to quantitatively analyze the indicators and calculate the annual percentage change (APC) and average annual percentage change (AAPC). We applied the Bayesian age-period-cohort (BAPC) model to project trends for 2022-2040.
RESULTS:
Incidence of stroke increased by 100.64% from 1990 to 2021, with ischemic stroke (IS) exhibiting the largest increase (201.13%) among all the subtypes, and the incidence being consistently higher in males than in females. The YLL/YLD ratio for stroke and its subtypes has decreased, with the YLL/YLD ratio falling from 20.13 to 9.48 in 1990-2021, indicating an increase in non-fatal burden. After adjusting for age, the age-standardized incidence rates (ASIRs) of stroke and its subtypes declined, except for IS. The age-standardized mortality rate (ASMR) for subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) decreased significantly (APC: -15.31%; 2000-2004), with the largest reduction in the age-standardized DALY rate (ASDR) also occurring during this period (APC: -14.22%). Furthermore, BAPC projections (2022-2040) indicate that stroke ASIRs in males will slightly decline but increase in females. Meanwhile, the ASIR of IS is expected to continue to rise. Overall, the ASMR and ASDR are projected to decline.
CONCLUSIONS
Although China has made some progress in stroke prevention and control, several challenges remain. Controlling IS must be prioritized, especially due to the high stroke burden among males.
3.Comprehensive reconstruction of gradeⅠ-Ⅱdigital defects with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flap of great toe: a report of 9 cases
Gangyi LIU ; Jie ZHANG ; Weichao YANG ; Chunxu WANG ; Jianmei LI ; Chunlong XI ; Xiaoni LI ; Yalan YAN ; Zhimin ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2025;48(4):388-393
Objective:To observe the clinical effect of comprehensive reconstruction of grades Ⅰ-Ⅱ thumb and finger defects with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flaps of great toe.Methods:This is a retrospective study. From June 2020 to December 2023, comprehensive reconstruction surgery for Grade Ⅰ-Ⅱ digital defect were performed with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flaps of great toe for 3 thumbs and 7 fingers in 9 patients in the Department of Hand and Microsurgery of Baoji Third Hospital. Causes of digital injury were: 4 of machine crush, 3 of electric saw cut, 1 of door crush, and 1 of electrical burn. There were 6 grade I digital defects (beyond the nail root) and 4 grade Ⅱ defects (last segment of digit). The defects of the digits were reconstructed by taking references of the shape and structure of the contralateral normal thumbs and fingers. Then the hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flaps of great toe were designed and harvested accordingly from the left and right great toes. Donor sites were covered by skin grafting or local dressing change. One patient was treated in emergency surgery, 6 in sub-emergency surgery and 2 in elective surgery. Integrated perioperative patient management was provided to all of the patients. Postoperative follow-ups were conducted through the visit of outpatient clinic, telephone calls or WeChat interviews. Flap survival, appearance and sensation recovery were evaluated according to the Evaluation Standard of Upper Limb Functional of Hand Surgery of Chinese Medical Association.Results:Vascular insufficiency of 1 digit occurred in surgery, and relieved by local treatment with lidocaine and warm saline. All 10 digits successfully survived, and all donor sites healed spontaneously. The postoperative follow-up period was 10 to 30 months, with an average of 18 months. One transferred nail was found in poor appearance (not flat), the rest of the reconstructed digits were good in appearance and function. The nail, finger print and fine sensation (TPD 5~8 mm), as well as digital flexion, extension, grasping and opposition of the reconstructed digits were all good. According to the Evaluation Standard of Upper Limb Functional of Hand Surgery of Chinese Medical Association, at the last follow-up visit, 5 digits were in excellent, 4 in good and 1 in fair.Conclusion:The comprehensive reconstruction of grades Ⅰ-Ⅱ digital defects with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flap of great toe is an ideal surgical technique that can reconstruct the nail, finger print and sensation of a digit, with good postoperative function as well as an aesthetic and realistic appearance.
4.Comprehensive reconstruction of gradeⅠ-Ⅱdigital defects with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flap of great toe: a report of 9 cases
Gangyi LIU ; Jie ZHANG ; Weichao YANG ; Chunxu WANG ; Jianmei LI ; Chunlong XI ; Xiaoni LI ; Yalan YAN ; Zhimin ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2025;48(4):388-393
Objective:To observe the clinical effect of comprehensive reconstruction of grades Ⅰ-Ⅱ thumb and finger defects with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flaps of great toe.Methods:This is a retrospective study. From June 2020 to December 2023, comprehensive reconstruction surgery for Grade Ⅰ-Ⅱ digital defect were performed with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flaps of great toe for 3 thumbs and 7 fingers in 9 patients in the Department of Hand and Microsurgery of Baoji Third Hospital. Causes of digital injury were: 4 of machine crush, 3 of electric saw cut, 1 of door crush, and 1 of electrical burn. There were 6 grade I digital defects (beyond the nail root) and 4 grade Ⅱ defects (last segment of digit). The defects of the digits were reconstructed by taking references of the shape and structure of the contralateral normal thumbs and fingers. Then the hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flaps of great toe were designed and harvested accordingly from the left and right great toes. Donor sites were covered by skin grafting or local dressing change. One patient was treated in emergency surgery, 6 in sub-emergency surgery and 2 in elective surgery. Integrated perioperative patient management was provided to all of the patients. Postoperative follow-ups were conducted through the visit of outpatient clinic, telephone calls or WeChat interviews. Flap survival, appearance and sensation recovery were evaluated according to the Evaluation Standard of Upper Limb Functional of Hand Surgery of Chinese Medical Association.Results:Vascular insufficiency of 1 digit occurred in surgery, and relieved by local treatment with lidocaine and warm saline. All 10 digits successfully survived, and all donor sites healed spontaneously. The postoperative follow-up period was 10 to 30 months, with an average of 18 months. One transferred nail was found in poor appearance (not flat), the rest of the reconstructed digits were good in appearance and function. The nail, finger print and fine sensation (TPD 5~8 mm), as well as digital flexion, extension, grasping and opposition of the reconstructed digits were all good. According to the Evaluation Standard of Upper Limb Functional of Hand Surgery of Chinese Medical Association, at the last follow-up visit, 5 digits were in excellent, 4 in good and 1 in fair.Conclusion:The comprehensive reconstruction of grades Ⅰ-Ⅱ digital defects with hallux osteo-onychocutaneous flap of great toe is an ideal surgical technique that can reconstruct the nail, finger print and sensation of a digit, with good postoperative function as well as an aesthetic and realistic appearance.
5.Development of a nomogram model to predict the postoperative prognosis of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma undergoing hepatectomy
Lu LU ; Chunlong WU ; Huifei ZHANG ; Yufen ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2025;31(10):737-743
Objective:To develop a nomogram model based on the preoperative neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio and gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT) -to-platelet ratio (NLR-GPR) score to predict the prognosis of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) undergoing hepatectomy.Methods:Clinical data of 284 patients with HCC who underwent curative resection at Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province between January 2012 and September 2016 were retrospectively analyzed, including 235 males and 49 females, aged 57(51, 65) years. Clinical data, including gender, age, neutrophil count, lymphocyte count, platelet count, GGT, and total bilirubin, were collected. The Cox proportional hazards regression model was employed to assess the relationship between the preoperative NLR-GPR score and patient disease-free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS). A nomogram was constructed based on the results of the multivariate analysis. Survival curves were generated using the Kaplan-Meier method, and differences between groups were evaluated using the log-rank test. The performance of the model was assessed by the concordance index (C-index).Results:The NLR-GPR score was found to be negatively correlated with both DFS and OS (both P<0.05), where a higher score indicated a poorer prognosis. Multivariate analysis identified the NLR-GPR score as an independent risk factor for both DFS ( HR=1.463, 95% CI: 1.135-1.887, P=0.003) and OS ( HR=1.734, 95% CI: 1.300-2.313, P<0.001). A nomogram was deve-loped based on the variables selected from the multivariate Cox regression analysis, including postoperative pleural effusion, AJCC stage, vascular invasion, and the NLR-GPR score. This nomogram demonstrated good predictive accuracy, with C-indices for DFS and OS of 0.676 and 0.726, respectively. Conclusion:The nomogram model, constructed based on the preoperative NLR-GPR score and relevant clinicopathological factors, can effectively predict the postoperative survival of patients with HCC undergoing hepatectomy.
6.Study on the Influence of Different Honey Preparation Methods on Dissolution of Willow Leaf Baiqian in vitro
Chunlong XUE ; Yating WANG ; Xiya ZHANG ; Zhengyan DONG ; Yinan WANG ; Yuhang GUO ; Xiujun DUAN
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;26(9):2415-2424
Objective To evaluate the effect of different honey processing methods on the dissolution of Cynanchum salicifolia in vitro.Methods High performance liquid chromatography ① Carotene and β-Determination method of sitosterol content:chromatographic column:Dia monosil C18(250 mm×4.6 mm,5 μm).Mobile phase:methanol:0.05%phosphoric acid water=99∶1.Isocratic elution;Flow rate 1.0 mL·min-1;Detection wavelength 209 nm;Injection volume 10 μL.The column temperature is 30℃.②Determination method of glucose and fructose:the chromatographic column is Inspire NH2 sugar analysiscolumn(250 mm×4.6 mm,5 μm).The mobile phase was acetonitrile water(77∶23).The flow rate is 0.8 mL·min-1;The column temperature is 35℃;Injection volume 10 μL;Evaporative light scattering detector(ELSD):the drift tube temperature is 100℃,and the carrier gas flow rate is 2.8 L·min-1.Results ①The results showed that carotene and β-the determination of sitosterol showed a good linear relationship in the range of mass concentration(r>0.9999).The average recoveries were 99.71%and 98.83%.The RSD of precision,stability and repeatability were all less than 2.0%.②The established method of glucose fructose showed a good linear relationship in the range of 0.05-0.50 mg·mL-1(r=0.9991).Conclusion The content determination method and in vitro dissolution test methodology of the study meet the requirements,which provides a scientific basis for the establishment of quality standards and modern research of honey roasted Paeonia salicifolia.
7.Research progress on the AMPK signaling pathway-based pharmacological mechanism of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury
Chenfei HE ; Chiyuan MA ; Chunlong RAN ; Haoge CHENG ; Shu ZHANG ; Senyu WANG ; Hanlin YU ; Xiangzhe LIU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2024;34(9):127-136
Cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury(CIR1)refers to the recovery of blood supply after cerebral ischemia,which leads to further damage and the dysfunction of brain tissue.Modern medicine has made some progress in the prevention and treatment of CIRI,but it still faces some challenges and limitations.Therefore,it is of great clinical value to find effective interventions to prevent and treat CIRI.AMP-activated protein kinase(AMPK)and its downstream proteins are important targets for the treatment of CIRI and play key roles in the regulation of cellular energy homeostasis.Traditional Chinese medicine for CIRI has multi-target and multi-pathway activities and multiple effects.It can activate a cascade of reactions in the AMPK signaling pathway and can be used to treat CIRI by regulating autophagy,oxidative stress,inflammatory response,and apoptosis,and has achieved certain result.Therefore,this paper summarizes the structure and mechanisms of the AMPK-related signaling pathway,elaborates on its relationship with CIRI,and systematically summarizes the research status of traditional Chinese medicine's ability to regulate the AMPK signaling pathway in the prevention and treatment of CIRI.This paper aims to provide new ideas for the prevention and treatment of CIRI using traditional Chinese medicine and the development of new drugs.
8.Detection and analysis of brain function in patients with pelvic floor overactive bladder by resting state functional magnetic resonance imaging with amplitude of low-frequency fluctuation
Zhongqing WEI ; Yunpeng LI ; Chunlong LI ; Sumin ZHAO ; Liucheng DING ; Sicong ZHANG ; Qingbing ZHANG ; Qiang XIA
Journal of Modern Urology 2024;29(9):781-784
Objective The amplitude of low-frequency fluctuation(ALFF)resting state functional magnetic resonance imaging(rs-fMRI)was used to investigate the signals image in the brain functional areas of overactive bladder(OAB)patients.Methods OAB patients treated in 3 participating hospitals during Mar.2021 and Mar.2023 were selected as the OAB group(n=14).Healthy subjects matching the gender,age and years of education of the patients in the OAB group were collected as the control group(NC group,n=14).Changes in the over active bladder symptom score(OABSS),quality of life scale(QoL),self-rating depression scale(SDS),self-rating anxiety scale(SAS)were analyzed.All subjects underwent rs-fMRI to collect blood oxygen level dependent magnetic resonance signals,which were then processed with ALFF.Two-sample t-test was conducted on the results to obtain the different brain regions.Results The OABSS[(8.07±0.37)vs.(1.21±0.18)],QoL[(4.85±0.21)vs.(0.64±0.13)],SAS[(60.14±1.40)vs.(37.64±1.57)]and SDS[(52.50±1.29)vs.(36.14±0.34)]scores of the OAB group were higher than those of the NC group,with significant differences(P<0.05).The brain regions with significant differences in ALFF were located in the left supplementary motor area,left medial superior frontal gyrus and right anterior central gyrus(P<0.000 1).Conclusion The abnormal spontaneous activity and coordination ability of the brain in resting state may lead to OAB symptoms,which are displayed in the abnormal functions of the left supplementary motor area,left medial superior frontal gyrus and right anterior central gyrus.
9.Diagnosis and treatment of complicated stress urinary incontinence in women
Zhongqing WEI ; Zhengsen CHEN ; Chunlong LI ; Qiang XIA ; Qingbing ZHANG
Journal of Modern Urology 2024;29(12):1029-1032
Compared with simple stress urinary incontinence (SUI), complicated female SUI is more diverse in etiology and more difficult to treat.Based on domestic and foreign literature and our diagnosis and treatment experience, this paper makes a detailed introduction to the definition, diagnosis, evaluation and clinical treatment of complicated female SUI, so as to provide guidance and reference for the treatment of this disease.
10.Analysis of risk factors and their warning effectiveness for postoperative intestinal barrier dysfunction in patients with severe traumatic brain injury
Chunlong DING ; Junjie CHEN ; Shaodong XI ; Qinwei ZHOU ; Huijun WANG ; Jie QIU ; Huize LIU ; Yelei ZHANG ; Yunxu ZHENG ; Fukang DONG
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2024;40(2):127-132
Objective:To investigate the risk factors and their warning effectiveness for postoperative intestinal barrier dysfunction (IBD) in patients with severe traumatic brain injury (sTBI).Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted to analyze the clinical data of 101 patients with sTBI admitted to Wuxi Branch of Zhongda Hospital Affiliated to Southeast University from May 2020 to February 2023, including 63 males and 38 females, aged 21-81 years [(53.4±14.2)years]. All the patients underwent emergency surgery. The patients were divided into IBD group ( n=67) and non-IBD group ( n=34) according to whether or not they had IBD after surgery. The gender, age, basic diseases (hypertension and diabetes), types of intracranial hematoma (subdural, epidural, and intracerebral hematoma), preoperative Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), cerebral hernia, intraoperative initial intracranial pressure (iICP), operation time, removal of bone flap, treatment time in ICU, initiation time of enteral nutrition, and use of broad-spectrum antibiotics were recorded in the two groups. Univariate and multivariate binary Logistic regression analyses were conducted to assess the correlations between above-mentioned indicators and incidence of postoperative IBD in sTBI patients and determine the independent risk factors for sTBI. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and area under the curve (AUC) were used to evaluate the warning effectiveness of each risk factor for IBD. Results:The results of the univariate analysis showed that preoperative GCS, cerebral hernia, intraoperative iICP, removal of bone flap, treatment time in ICU, initiation time of enteral nutrition, and use of broad-spectrum antibiotics were significantly correlated with the incidence of IBD in sTBI patients ( P<0.05 or 0.01), while there were no correlations of IBD with gender, age, basic diseases, types of intracranial hematoma and operation time ( P>0.05). The results of the multivariate binary Logistic regression analysis showed that preoperative GCS≤5 points ( OR=2.49, 95% CI 1.17, 5.32, P<0.05), intraoperative iICP>23 mmHg (1 mmHg=0.133 kPa)( OR=1.20, 95% CI 1.03, 1.39, P<0.05), and initiation time of enteral nutrition>24 hours ( OR=10.03, 95% CI 1.26, 80.21, P<0.05) were highly correlated with postoperative IBD in sTBI patients. The results of the ROC curve analysis showed that intraoperative iICP had the highest warning value (AUC=0.91, 95% CI 0.85, 0.96), followed by preoperative GCS (AUC=0.88, 95% CI 0.82, 0.95), and initiation time of enteral nutrition had the lowest warning value (AUC=0.78, 95% CI 0.69, 0.87). Conclusions:Preoperative GCS≤5 points, intraoperative iICP>23 mmHg, and initiation time of enteral nutrition>24 hours are independent risk factors for postoperative IBD in sTBI patients. The warning value of intraoperative iICP ranks the highest for postoperative IBD in sTBI patients, followed by preoperative GCS, with initiation time of enteral nutrition having the lowest warning value.

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