1.Characteristics of weight gain during pregnancy and its relationship with gestational diabetes mellitus in women with weight loss in early pregnancy
Kaiwen MA ; Wei ZHENG ; Xianxian YUAN ; Puyang ZHANG ; Lili XU ; Guanghui LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(1):36-42
Objective:To investigate the characteristics of weight gain in the mid and late pregnancy of women with early pregnancy weight loss, and the relationship between weight gain and weight gain rate before the diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and GDM.Methods:A retrospective study was conducted on 2 614 singleton pregnant women who underwent prenatal care and delivered at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, from January 2014 to December 2021, and whose weight decreased compared to pre-pregnancy weight by 16 weeks of gestation. The rate of weight gain in mid and late pregnancy, also weight gain and weight gain rate at each stage were analyzed. Multivariate logistic regression was used to analyze the impact of total weight gain and weight gain rate at each stage before the diagnosis of GDM on the risk of GDM.Results:The rates of weight gain in mid and late pregnancy for women with early pregnancy weight loss who were underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese before pregnancy were (0.60±0.15), (0.59±0.18), (0.53±0.20), and (0.42±0.20) kg/week, respectively, all higher than the "Chinese Recommended Standards for Weight Gain During Pregnancy" [which are (0.37-0.56), (0.26-0.48), (0.22-0.37), and (0.15-0.30) kg/week, respectively]. The weight gain rates at each stage of mid and late pregnancy in women with early pregnancy weight loss showed a "bimodal" trend, with the first peak in weight gain rate occurring at 16-20 or 20-24 weeks of gestation [weight gain rates for underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese women before pregnancy were 0.75 kg/week (0.44-1.00 kg/week), 0.74 kg/week (0.50-1.00 kg/week), 0.63 kg/week (0.39-0.86 kg/week), and 0.50 kg/week (0.25-0.74 kg/week), respectively] and the second peak occurring at 28-32 weeks [weight gain rates for underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese women before pregnancy were 0.63 kg/week (0.50-1.00 kg/week), 0.63 kg/week (0.38- 0.88 kg/week), 0.60 kg/week (0.25-0.88 kg/week), and 0.50 kg/week (0.22-0.75 kg/week). As of 28 weeks and 36 weeks of gestation, 53.7% (1 404/2 614) and 77.4% (1 946/2 512) of pregnant women, respectively, reached the lower limit of the recommended weight gain for the corresponding gestational weeks. No association was found between insufficient weight gain ( aOR=0.828, 95% CI: 0.639-1.071, P=0.151) or excessive weight gain ( aOR=0.936, 95% CI: 0.598-1.465, P=0.773) before the diagnosis of GDM and the risk of GDM. However, obese women with a weight loss greater than 5% of their pre-pregnancy weight in early pregnancy and a rapid weight gain rate (> P 75) between 16-20 weeks of gestation had an increased risk of developing GDM ( aOR=32.870, 95% CI: 1.625-664.775, P=0.023). Conclusions:In clinical practice, dynamic monitoring of weight changes at various stages of pregnancy in women who lose weight in early pregnancy is recommended. Targeted weight management during mid-pregnancy for women who are obese before pregnancy and experience significant weight loss in early pregnancy may help prevent excessive gestational weight gain and decrease the risk of GDM.
2.Relationship between early pregnancy triglyceride-glucose index and gestational diabetes mellitus in twin pregnancies
Xianxian YUAN ; Lirui ZHANG ; Tengda CHEN ; Xin YAN ; Wei ZHENG ; Guanghui LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(1):43-50
Objective:To investigate the relationship between the early pregnancy triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in twin pregnancies.Methods:This retrospective study involved twin-pregnant women who visited Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University from October 2015 to February 2021. Based on the results of the 75 g oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) performed at 24-28 weeks of gestation, the women were divided into the GDM and the control groups. The groups were further stratified based on maternal age (<35 years or ≥35 years), pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) (<24.0 or ≥24.0 kg/m2), and conception method [assisted reproductive technology (ART) or natural conception]. The correlation between early pregnancy TyG index and GDM, as well as the predictive value of the early pregnancy TyG index for the risk of GDM in twin pregnancies, were analyzed. The TyG index in early pregnancy was then divided into tertiles, and the risks of GDM in low, medium, and high TyG index groups were analyzed. Statistical analyses were performed using independent sample t-test, non-parametric test, Chi-square test, and binary logistic regression analysis. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to evaluate the predictive value of the early pregnancy TyG index for GDM in twin pregnancies. Results:(1) A total of 1 684 twin-pregnant women were included, with an average age of 32.3 years (29.8-34.9 years) and a pre-pregnancy BMI of 22.0 kg/m2 (20.0-24.3 kg/m2). Among them, 319 (18.9%) were multiparas, 982 (58.3%) conceived through ART, and 357 (21.2%) were monochorionic twins. Of the 1 684 women, 367 (21.8%) were diagnosed with GDM (GDM group), whereas the remaining 1 317 were classified as the control group. (2) Compared to the control group, the GDM group had older maternal age [(32.2±3.7) years vs. (33.3±3.8) years, t=-4.92], higher pre-pregnancy weight, and BMI [57.5 kg (52.0-65.0 kg) vs. 60.0 kg (55.0-67.3 kg), U=279 901.50; 21.8 kg/m2 (19.8-24.0 kg/m2) vs. 22.9 kg/m2 (20.9-25.5 kg/m2), U=288 435.00]. The proportions of a family history of diabetes, history of GDM and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) were all higher in the GDM group compared to the control group [9.6% (127/1 317) vs. 19.1% (70/367), χ 2=24.71; 0.8% (2/1 317) vs. 10.8% (8/367), χ 2=20.00; 9.1% (120/1 317) vs. 15.3% (56/367), χ 2=11.59] (all P<0.001). The GDM group had higher early pregnancy fasting blood glucose, triglyceride, and TyG indices compared to the control group [4.51 mmol/L (4.28-4.75 mmol/L) vs. 4.68 mmol/L (4.42-4.97 mmol/L), U=7.14; 1.23 mmol/L (0.93-1.57 mmol/L) vs. 1.43 mmol/L (1.09-1.89 mmol/L), U=4.81; 8.39±0.41 vs. 8.59±0.43, t=6.46]. The incidence of gestational anemia and weight gain were lower in the GDM group compared to the control group [39.2% (516/1 317) vs. 33.0% (121/367), χ 2=4.71; 17.0 kg (13.7-20.5 kg) vs. 15.0 kg (12.0-18.3 kg), U=187 966.00] (all P<0.05). The proportion of male newborns in the GDM group was higher than in the control group [52.5% (1 384/2 634) vs. 46.7% (343/734), χ 2=7.77, P=0.005]. (3) Early pregnancy TyG index was associated with GDM in twin pregnancies ( OR=3.164, 95% CI: 2.371-4.220, P<0.001). After adjusting for maternal age, pre-pregnancy BMI, history of GDM, history of macrosomia, and family history of diabetes, the early pregnancy TyG index remained associated with GDM ( OR=2.560, 95% CI: 1.884-3.478, P<0.001). Analysis of the early pregnancy TyG index divided into tertiles (corresponding TyG indices of 8.25 and 8.59) revealed that, compared to those with a low TyG index, those with a mid TyG index had a 0.555-fold increased risk of GDM ( OR=1.555, 95% CI: 1.119-2.159, P=0.008), and those with a high TyG index had a 1.564-fold increased risk of GDM ( OR=2.564, 95% CI: 1.836-3.530, P<0.001). Stratified analysis by age, BMI, and mode of conception showed that the early pregnancy TyG index was associated with GDM in twin pregnancies (all P<0.001). (4) The threshold value for the early pregnancy TyG index to predict GDM in twin pregnancies was 8.33, with an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.632, 95% CI: 0.600-0.665, sensitivity of 0.744, and specificity of 0.436. The AUC in twin pregnancies for those who conceived via ART was 0.635 (95% CI: 0.593-0.676, P<0.001), slightly higher than in those who conceived naturally (AUC=0.628, 95% CI: 0.576-0.681, P<0.001). After adjusting for maternal age, pre-pregnancy BMI, history of GDM, and family history of diabetes, the AUC for the early pregnancy TyG index to predict GDM in twin pregnancies was 0.675 (95% CI: 0.644-0.707). For those who conceived via ART, the AUC (95% CI) was 0.675 (0.634-0.717), slightly lower than for those who conceived naturally [0.682 (0.632-0.733)] (all P<0.001). Conclusion:A high TyG index in the first trimester is a risk factor for GDM in twin pregnancies, but its predictive value for GDM in twin pregnancies needs further research to be confirmed.
3.Hemin regulates mitochondrial pathway of oxidative stress in mouse chondrocytes
Guanghui HE ; Jie YUAN ; Yanqin KE ; Xiaoting QIU ; Xiaoling ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(6):1183-1191
BACKGROUND:Studies have shown that mitochondrial oxidative stress has an important role in the development of knee osteoarthritis,and Hemin can regulate the expression of mitochondria-related proteins. OBJECTIVE:To study the regulatory effect of Hemin on oxidative stress in mouse chondrocytes and its interventional effect and mechanism in knee osteoarthritis. METHODS:(1)In vitro cell experiment:Primary chondrocytes from C57BL/6 mice were extracted and induced with 10 ng/mL interleukin-1β to construct an in vitro chondrocyte model of osteoarthritis.The optimal concentration of Hemin(0,1,10,20,40,80,and 160 μmol/L)for the intervention in mouse chondrocytes was determined by cell counting kit-8 method.Chondrocytes were randomly divided into control group,model group(interleukin-1β)and Hemin group(interleukin-1β+Hemin).Reactive oxygen species,mitochondrial membrane potential and apoptosis of chondrocytes in each group were detected.(2)In vivo experiment:Adult C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into normal group,model group(osteoarthritis)and Hemin group(osteoarthritis+Hemin),with eight mice in each group.After 4 weeks of Hemin treatment,the behavioral test and histopathological observation of the knee joint were performed in each group.Changes in extracellular matrix-related protein expression and apoptosis in chondrocytes and the expression level of Nrf2/HO-1 protein in cartilage tissue were detected. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:In vitro experiment:the optimal concentration of Hemin on primary chondrocytes was 40 μmol/L.Compared with the model group,the level of reactive oxygen species was significantly reduced,the mitochondrial membrane potential was significantly improved,and the apoptosis of chondrocytes was reduced in the hemin-treated interleukin-1β-induced chondrocytes.In vivo experiment:After 4 weeks of treatment,compared with the model group,the lower limb function of mice in the Hemin group was significantly improved,the histopathological score was significantly improved,and the apoptosis of knee chondrocytes was significantly reduced.All these findings indicate that Hemin can alleviate oxidative stress,restore mitochondrial function and reduce apoptosis in mouse chondrocytes induced by interleukin-1β.Hemin can improve extracellular matrix degradation,promote chondrocyte anabolism,reduce catabolism and reduce chondrocyte apoptosis in knee osteoarthritis.It may act by activating the chondrocyte Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway in the inflammatory environment.
4.Investigation on the current status and optimization strategies for the standardized on-the-job training for community clinical pharmacists in Shanghai
Yangjiayi XIANG ; Jing SHENG ; Liping WANG ; Lie LUO ; Yuan YUAN ; Xiaodan ZHANG ; Yan LI ; Bin WANG ; Guanghui LI
China Pharmacy 2025;36(13):1568-1573
OBJECTIVE To systematically investigate the current status and effectiveness of the standardized on-the-job training program for community clinical pharmacists in Shanghai,and to provide a scientific basis for optimizing the training scheme.METHODS A questionnaire survey was conducted to collect the data from trainees and mentor pharmacists who participated in the program between 2016 and 2024.The survey examined their basic information,evaluations of the training scheme,satisfaction with training outcomes,and suggestions for improvement.Statistical analyses were also conducted.RESULTS A total of 420 valid responses were collected,including 340 from trainees and 80 from mentor pharmacists.Before training,only 30.29%of trainees were engaged in clinical pharmacy-related work,whereas this proportion increased to 73.24%after training.Most mentor pharmacists had extensive experience in clinical pharmacy(76.25%with≥5 years of experience)and mentoring(78.75%with≥3 teaching sessions).Totally 65.59%of trainees and 55.00%of mentor pharmacists believed that blended training yielded the best learning outcomes.Over 80.00%of both trainees and mentor pharmacists considered the overall training duration,theoretical study time,and practical training time to be reasonable.More than 95.00%of trainees and mentor pharmacists agreed that the homework and assessment schemes were appropriate.Trainees rated the relevance of training content to their actual work highly(with an average relevance score>4.5),though they perceived the chronic disease medication therapy management module as significantly more challenging than the prescription review and evaluation module and the home-based pharmaceutical care module.The average satisfaction score of trainees and mentor pharmacists with the training effectiveness of each project was above 4 points,indicating a high overall satisfaction.Inadequate provision of teaching resources was unanimously recognized by trainees and mentor pharmacists as the key area requiring improvement.CONCLUSIONS The standardized on-the-job training program for community clinical pharmacists in Shanghai has contributed to improving pharmaceutical services in community healthcare settings.However,ongoing improvements must concentrate on content design,resource development,and faculty cultivation.
5.Relationship between early pregnancy triglyceride-glucose index and gestational diabetes mellitus in twin pregnancies
Xianxian YUAN ; Lirui ZHANG ; Tengda CHEN ; Xin YAN ; Wei ZHENG ; Guanghui LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(1):43-50
Objective:To investigate the relationship between the early pregnancy triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in twin pregnancies.Methods:This retrospective study involved twin-pregnant women who visited Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University from October 2015 to February 2021. Based on the results of the 75 g oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) performed at 24-28 weeks of gestation, the women were divided into the GDM and the control groups. The groups were further stratified based on maternal age (<35 years or ≥35 years), pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) (<24.0 or ≥24.0 kg/m2), and conception method [assisted reproductive technology (ART) or natural conception]. The correlation between early pregnancy TyG index and GDM, as well as the predictive value of the early pregnancy TyG index for the risk of GDM in twin pregnancies, were analyzed. The TyG index in early pregnancy was then divided into tertiles, and the risks of GDM in low, medium, and high TyG index groups were analyzed. Statistical analyses were performed using independent sample t-test, non-parametric test, Chi-square test, and binary logistic regression analysis. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to evaluate the predictive value of the early pregnancy TyG index for GDM in twin pregnancies. Results:(1) A total of 1 684 twin-pregnant women were included, with an average age of 32.3 years (29.8-34.9 years) and a pre-pregnancy BMI of 22.0 kg/m2 (20.0-24.3 kg/m2). Among them, 319 (18.9%) were multiparas, 982 (58.3%) conceived through ART, and 357 (21.2%) were monochorionic twins. Of the 1 684 women, 367 (21.8%) were diagnosed with GDM (GDM group), whereas the remaining 1 317 were classified as the control group. (2) Compared to the control group, the GDM group had older maternal age [(32.2±3.7) years vs. (33.3±3.8) years, t=-4.92], higher pre-pregnancy weight, and BMI [57.5 kg (52.0-65.0 kg) vs. 60.0 kg (55.0-67.3 kg), U=279 901.50; 21.8 kg/m2 (19.8-24.0 kg/m2) vs. 22.9 kg/m2 (20.9-25.5 kg/m2), U=288 435.00]. The proportions of a family history of diabetes, history of GDM and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) were all higher in the GDM group compared to the control group [9.6% (127/1 317) vs. 19.1% (70/367), χ 2=24.71; 0.8% (2/1 317) vs. 10.8% (8/367), χ 2=20.00; 9.1% (120/1 317) vs. 15.3% (56/367), χ 2=11.59] (all P<0.001). The GDM group had higher early pregnancy fasting blood glucose, triglyceride, and TyG indices compared to the control group [4.51 mmol/L (4.28-4.75 mmol/L) vs. 4.68 mmol/L (4.42-4.97 mmol/L), U=7.14; 1.23 mmol/L (0.93-1.57 mmol/L) vs. 1.43 mmol/L (1.09-1.89 mmol/L), U=4.81; 8.39±0.41 vs. 8.59±0.43, t=6.46]. The incidence of gestational anemia and weight gain were lower in the GDM group compared to the control group [39.2% (516/1 317) vs. 33.0% (121/367), χ 2=4.71; 17.0 kg (13.7-20.5 kg) vs. 15.0 kg (12.0-18.3 kg), U=187 966.00] (all P<0.05). The proportion of male newborns in the GDM group was higher than in the control group [52.5% (1 384/2 634) vs. 46.7% (343/734), χ 2=7.77, P=0.005]. (3) Early pregnancy TyG index was associated with GDM in twin pregnancies ( OR=3.164, 95% CI: 2.371-4.220, P<0.001). After adjusting for maternal age, pre-pregnancy BMI, history of GDM, history of macrosomia, and family history of diabetes, the early pregnancy TyG index remained associated with GDM ( OR=2.560, 95% CI: 1.884-3.478, P<0.001). Analysis of the early pregnancy TyG index divided into tertiles (corresponding TyG indices of 8.25 and 8.59) revealed that, compared to those with a low TyG index, those with a mid TyG index had a 0.555-fold increased risk of GDM ( OR=1.555, 95% CI: 1.119-2.159, P=0.008), and those with a high TyG index had a 1.564-fold increased risk of GDM ( OR=2.564, 95% CI: 1.836-3.530, P<0.001). Stratified analysis by age, BMI, and mode of conception showed that the early pregnancy TyG index was associated with GDM in twin pregnancies (all P<0.001). (4) The threshold value for the early pregnancy TyG index to predict GDM in twin pregnancies was 8.33, with an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.632, 95% CI: 0.600-0.665, sensitivity of 0.744, and specificity of 0.436. The AUC in twin pregnancies for those who conceived via ART was 0.635 (95% CI: 0.593-0.676, P<0.001), slightly higher than in those who conceived naturally (AUC=0.628, 95% CI: 0.576-0.681, P<0.001). After adjusting for maternal age, pre-pregnancy BMI, history of GDM, and family history of diabetes, the AUC for the early pregnancy TyG index to predict GDM in twin pregnancies was 0.675 (95% CI: 0.644-0.707). For those who conceived via ART, the AUC (95% CI) was 0.675 (0.634-0.717), slightly lower than for those who conceived naturally [0.682 (0.632-0.733)] (all P<0.001). Conclusion:A high TyG index in the first trimester is a risk factor for GDM in twin pregnancies, but its predictive value for GDM in twin pregnancies needs further research to be confirmed.
6.Characteristics of weight gain during pregnancy and its relationship with gestational diabetes mellitus in women with weight loss in early pregnancy
Kaiwen MA ; Wei ZHENG ; Xianxian YUAN ; Puyang ZHANG ; Lili XU ; Guanghui LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(1):36-42
Objective:To investigate the characteristics of weight gain in the mid and late pregnancy of women with early pregnancy weight loss, and the relationship between weight gain and weight gain rate before the diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and GDM.Methods:A retrospective study was conducted on 2 614 singleton pregnant women who underwent prenatal care and delivered at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, from January 2014 to December 2021, and whose weight decreased compared to pre-pregnancy weight by 16 weeks of gestation. The rate of weight gain in mid and late pregnancy, also weight gain and weight gain rate at each stage were analyzed. Multivariate logistic regression was used to analyze the impact of total weight gain and weight gain rate at each stage before the diagnosis of GDM on the risk of GDM.Results:The rates of weight gain in mid and late pregnancy for women with early pregnancy weight loss who were underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese before pregnancy were (0.60±0.15), (0.59±0.18), (0.53±0.20), and (0.42±0.20) kg/week, respectively, all higher than the "Chinese Recommended Standards for Weight Gain During Pregnancy" [which are (0.37-0.56), (0.26-0.48), (0.22-0.37), and (0.15-0.30) kg/week, respectively]. The weight gain rates at each stage of mid and late pregnancy in women with early pregnancy weight loss showed a "bimodal" trend, with the first peak in weight gain rate occurring at 16-20 or 20-24 weeks of gestation [weight gain rates for underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese women before pregnancy were 0.75 kg/week (0.44-1.00 kg/week), 0.74 kg/week (0.50-1.00 kg/week), 0.63 kg/week (0.39-0.86 kg/week), and 0.50 kg/week (0.25-0.74 kg/week), respectively] and the second peak occurring at 28-32 weeks [weight gain rates for underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese women before pregnancy were 0.63 kg/week (0.50-1.00 kg/week), 0.63 kg/week (0.38- 0.88 kg/week), 0.60 kg/week (0.25-0.88 kg/week), and 0.50 kg/week (0.22-0.75 kg/week). As of 28 weeks and 36 weeks of gestation, 53.7% (1 404/2 614) and 77.4% (1 946/2 512) of pregnant women, respectively, reached the lower limit of the recommended weight gain for the corresponding gestational weeks. No association was found between insufficient weight gain ( aOR=0.828, 95% CI: 0.639-1.071, P=0.151) or excessive weight gain ( aOR=0.936, 95% CI: 0.598-1.465, P=0.773) before the diagnosis of GDM and the risk of GDM. However, obese women with a weight loss greater than 5% of their pre-pregnancy weight in early pregnancy and a rapid weight gain rate (> P 75) between 16-20 weeks of gestation had an increased risk of developing GDM ( aOR=32.870, 95% CI: 1.625-664.775, P=0.023). Conclusions:In clinical practice, dynamic monitoring of weight changes at various stages of pregnancy in women who lose weight in early pregnancy is recommended. Targeted weight management during mid-pregnancy for women who are obese before pregnancy and experience significant weight loss in early pregnancy may help prevent excessive gestational weight gain and decrease the risk of GDM.
7.Impact of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and preeclampsia on neonatal heel blood methionine levels
Tengda CHEN ; Xin YAN ; Jinqi ZHAO ; Lulu LI ; Xianxian YUAN ; Shunan WANG ; Yuanyuan KONG ; Guanghui LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(9):739-745
Objective:This study aimed to evaluate the effects of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), including their clinical subtypes, on neonatal heel blood methionine levels and explore potential dose-effect relationships.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted among 11 007 singleton pregnancies and their neonates delivered at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, from July 2021 to October 2022. Participants were stratified into an HDP group [ n=992; 480 with gestational hypertension, 512 with preeclampsia (including 229 severe cases)] and a non-HDP control group ( n=10 015). Methionine concentrations were measured using tandem mass spectrometry from heel blood dried filter paper samples collected within 72 hours post-delivery. Statistical analyses included non-parametric tests to compare intergroup differences, multiple linear regression to evaluate the effects of HDP on methionine levels, and multivariate logistic regression to identify risk factors for hypermethioninemia (>50 μmol/L). Results:(1) Baseline data: Maternal age was higher in the HDP group compared to controls [33 (30-36) vs. 33 (30-35) years, Z=-2.29, P=0.022], with elevated pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) [23 (21-26) vs. 21 (20-23) kg/m2, Z=-17.15, P<0.001] and increased gestational hyperglycemia prevalence [26.5% (263/992) vs. 19.8% (1 986/10 015), χ2=27.95, P<0.001]. (2) Methionine level: Neonates in the HDP group exhibited higher methionine levels [25.96 (21.58-30.89) vs. 24.77 (20.45-29.53) μmol/L, Z=-5.26, P<0.001], with a severity-dependent gradient: gestational hypertension [25.83 (21.77-30.61)], preeclampsia [26.05 (21.23-31.11)], and severe preeclampsia [26.15 (21.25-32.13)] ( Z=2.97, 3.92, 2.26; all P<0.05). Trend analysis confirmed a dose-effect relationship between HDP and neonatal methionine ( χ2=7.82, P=0.005). (3) Multivariate analysis: After adjusting for confounding factors such as maternal age and BMI, HDP remained independently associated with elevated methionine levels ( β=0.93, 95% CI: 0.47-1.40, t=3.92, P<0.001) and increased hypermethioninemia risk ( OR=2.75, 95% CI: 1.13-6.68). Subgroup analysis revealed ORs of 3.20 (95% CI: 1.07-9.57) for gestational hypertension, 3.25 (95% CI: 1.09-9.72) for preeclampsia, and 5.23 (95% CI: 1.54-17.82) for severe preeclampsia (all P<0.05). (4) Neonatal outcomes: Neonates in the HDP group had lower birth weights [3 230 (2 910-3 560) vs. 3 335 (3 070-3 600) g, Z=-7.43, P<0.001] and higher fetal growth restriction rates [10.3% (102/992) vs. 3.1% (306/10 015), χ2=136.47, P<0.001]. Conclusions:HDP demonstrates an elevation of neonatal methionine levels, correlating with disease severity, particularly in severe preeclampsia. These findings underscore the necessity for enhanced metabolic monitoring and long-term follow-up in offspring of mothers with HDP, especially those with severe preeclampsia.
8.Impact of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and preeclampsia on neonatal heel blood methionine levels
Tengda CHEN ; Xin YAN ; Jinqi ZHAO ; Lulu LI ; Xianxian YUAN ; Shunan WANG ; Yuanyuan KONG ; Guanghui LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(9):739-745
Objective:This study aimed to evaluate the effects of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), including their clinical subtypes, on neonatal heel blood methionine levels and explore potential dose-effect relationships.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted among 11 007 singleton pregnancies and their neonates delivered at Beijing Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital, Capital Medical University, from July 2021 to October 2022. Participants were stratified into an HDP group [ n=992; 480 with gestational hypertension, 512 with preeclampsia (including 229 severe cases)] and a non-HDP control group ( n=10 015). Methionine concentrations were measured using tandem mass spectrometry from heel blood dried filter paper samples collected within 72 hours post-delivery. Statistical analyses included non-parametric tests to compare intergroup differences, multiple linear regression to evaluate the effects of HDP on methionine levels, and multivariate logistic regression to identify risk factors for hypermethioninemia (>50 μmol/L). Results:(1) Baseline data: Maternal age was higher in the HDP group compared to controls [33 (30-36) vs. 33 (30-35) years, Z=-2.29, P=0.022], with elevated pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) [23 (21-26) vs. 21 (20-23) kg/m2, Z=-17.15, P<0.001] and increased gestational hyperglycemia prevalence [26.5% (263/992) vs. 19.8% (1 986/10 015), χ2=27.95, P<0.001]. (2) Methionine level: Neonates in the HDP group exhibited higher methionine levels [25.96 (21.58-30.89) vs. 24.77 (20.45-29.53) μmol/L, Z=-5.26, P<0.001], with a severity-dependent gradient: gestational hypertension [25.83 (21.77-30.61)], preeclampsia [26.05 (21.23-31.11)], and severe preeclampsia [26.15 (21.25-32.13)] ( Z=2.97, 3.92, 2.26; all P<0.05). Trend analysis confirmed a dose-effect relationship between HDP and neonatal methionine ( χ2=7.82, P=0.005). (3) Multivariate analysis: After adjusting for confounding factors such as maternal age and BMI, HDP remained independently associated with elevated methionine levels ( β=0.93, 95% CI: 0.47-1.40, t=3.92, P<0.001) and increased hypermethioninemia risk ( OR=2.75, 95% CI: 1.13-6.68). Subgroup analysis revealed ORs of 3.20 (95% CI: 1.07-9.57) for gestational hypertension, 3.25 (95% CI: 1.09-9.72) for preeclampsia, and 5.23 (95% CI: 1.54-17.82) for severe preeclampsia (all P<0.05). (4) Neonatal outcomes: Neonates in the HDP group had lower birth weights [3 230 (2 910-3 560) vs. 3 335 (3 070-3 600) g, Z=-7.43, P<0.001] and higher fetal growth restriction rates [10.3% (102/992) vs. 3.1% (306/10 015), χ2=136.47, P<0.001]. Conclusions:HDP demonstrates an elevation of neonatal methionine levels, correlating with disease severity, particularly in severe preeclampsia. These findings underscore the necessity for enhanced metabolic monitoring and long-term follow-up in offspring of mothers with HDP, especially those with severe preeclampsia.
9.Current status of post competency evaluation index system for general practitioners in China: a systematic review
Ting LI ; Yuan LIN ; Xiaoqin LU ; Guanghui JIN
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners 2024;23(4):345-353
Objective:To explore the current status of the post competency evaluation index systems of Chinese general practitioners (GPs), and to summarize the post competency evaluation index systems of GPs in China.Methods:This study was a systematic review. We searched China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Data Knowledge Service Platform, China Science and Technology Journal Database (CQVIP), SinoMed, PubMed and other databases using "general practitioner" or "family doctor" or "standardized training for residents" or "post competency" or "evaluation system" or "core capability" or "assessment" or "evaluation" etc. as search terms and adding free words. The search was conducted from data establishment to October 2022. Literature screening and data extraction were carried out independently by 2 researchers using strict inclusion and exclusion criteria. The Ekman quality evaluation tool was used to evaluate the quality of the included literature. Excel was used to extract data information, including basic information of literatures, basic information of index systems and index content.Results:A total of 1 284 literatures were retrieved and 33 studies were included. A total of 15 research methods were used, and 28 (84.8%) applied 3 or more methods. There were 14 studies (42.4%) with good reliability and validity, and 17 studies (51.5%) with index weights. There were 12 applied theoretical bases, of which 20 studies (60.6%) used mature foreign competency models as a reference, 14 studies (42.4%) combined the job analysis and position requirements of GPs, and 11 studies (33.3%) interpreted policy documents. The content analysis method yielded 1 537 initial indicators, 1 268 indicators after eliminating repeated indicators, and 6 first-level indicators and 31 second-level indicators after combining and summarizing. Among the first-level indexes, "patient care" appeared most frequently (36.4% (462/1 268)); the secondary index with the highest frequency in this dimension was "master medical theoretical knowledge" followed by "community-oriented care ability" and "treatment and follow-up of common and frequently-occurring diseases"; the indicators "family-based care ability" and "human-centered care concept" reflected the characteristics of general medical practice. The frequency of "professional spirit and moral quality" (16.3%(207/1 268)), "clinical teaching and learning ability" (14.3%(181/1 268)) and "system-based practical ability"(11.1%(141/1 268)) ranked second, third and fourth among the first-level indicators respectively. The frequency of "basic public health service ability" (11.0%(139/1 268)) ranked the fifth, and the secondary indicator "health management of key community groups" reflected the concept of the whole life cycle of residents and the basic principle of continuity of care in general medicine. The frequency of "interpersonal and communication skills"(10.9%(138/1 268)) ranked sixth.Conclusions:There have been numerous researches on the post competency index evaluation system of GPs in China, but more research is still needed. There are many research methods with rich theoretical basis and Chinese characteristics. This study summarized the post competency evaluation index systems of GPs in China, generalized 6 first-level indicators and 31 second-level indicators that reflect the basic principles and characteristics of general medicine.
10.Weak SARS-CoV-2-specific responses of TIGIT-expressing CD8 + T cells in people living with HIV after a third dose of a SARS-CoV-2 inactivated vaccine.
Junyan JIN ; Xiuwen WANG ; Yongzheng LI ; Xiaodong YANG ; Hu WANG ; Xiaoxu HAN ; Jin SUN ; Zhenglai MA ; Junyi DUAN ; Guanghui ZHANG ; Tao HUANG ; Tong ZHANG ; Hao WU ; Xin ZHANG ; Bin SU
Chinese Medical Journal 2023;136(24):2938-2947
BACKGROUND:
T-cell immunoreceptor with immunoglobulin and immunoreceptor tyrosine-based inhibition motif domains (TIGIT), an inhibitory receptor expressed on T cells, plays a dysfunctional role in antiviral infection and antitumor activity. However, it is unknown whether TIGIT expression on T cells influences the immunological effects of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) inactivated vaccines.
METHODS:
Forty-five people living with HIV (PLWH) on antiretroviral therapy (ART) for more than two years and 31 healthy controls (HCs), all received a third dose of a SARS-CoV-2 inactivated vaccine, were enrolled in this study. The amounts, activation, proportion of cell subsets, and magnitude of the SARS-CoV-2-specific immune response of TIGIT + CD4 + and TIGIT + CD8 + T cells were investigated before the third dose but 6 months after the second vaccine dose (0W), 4 weeks (4W) and 12 weeks (12W) after the third dose.
RESULTS:
Compared to that in HCs, the frequency of TIGIT + CD8 + T cells in the peripheral blood of PLWH increased at 12W after the third dose of the inactivated vaccine, and the immune activation of TIGIT + CD8 + T cells also increased. A decrease in the ratio of both T naïve (T N ) and central memory (T CM ) cells among TIGIT + CD8 + T cells and an increase in the ratio of the effector memory (T EM ) subpopulation were observed at 12W in PLWH. Interestingly, particularly at 12W, a higher proportion of TIGIT + CD8 + T cells expressing CD137 and CD69 simultaneously was observed in HCs than in PLWH based on the activation-induced marker assay. Compared with 0W, SARS-CoV-2-specific TIGIT + CD8 + T-cell responses in PLWH were not enhanced at 12W but were enhanced in HCs. Additionally, at all time points, the SARS-CoV-2-specific responses of TIGIT + CD8 + T cells in PLWH were significantly weaker than those of TIGIT - CD8 + T cells. However, in HCs, the difference in the SARS-CoV-2-specific responses induced between TIGIT + CD8 + T cells and TIGIT - CD8 + T cells was insignificant at 4W and 12W, except at 0W.
CONCLUSIONS
TIGIT expression on CD8 + T cells may hinder the T-cell immune response to a booster dose of an inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, suggesting weakened resistance to SARS-CoV-2 infection, especially in PLWH. Furthermore, TIGIT may be used as a potential target to increase the production of SARS-CoV-2-specific CD8 + T cells, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of vaccination.
Humans
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Antibodies, Viral
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CD8-Positive T-Lymphocytes
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COVID-19/complications*
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COVID-19 Vaccines/immunology*
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HIV Infections/complications*
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Receptors, Immunologic
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SARS-CoV-2

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