Objective To investigate the prescription patterns and potential therapeutic mechanisms of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)in treating laryngopharyngeal reflux disease(LPRD)based on data mining and network pharmacology.Methods The clinical data from 1 016 LPRD patients treated at the Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine between February 1,2012,and December 30,2023 were collected.Frequency analysis,property and flavor analysis,meridian tropism analysis,efficacy classification,association rule mining,and cluster analysis were performed on the effective TCM prescriptions to identify medication rules.Core herbs were screened,and their therapeutic mechanisms were explored using network pharmacology.Results A total of 1 976 prescriptions involving 139 medicinals(23 644 medicinal frequencies)were analyzed.The top five most frequently-used medicinals were Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma(Gancao),Poria(Fuling),Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium(Chenpi),Bombyx Batryticatus(Jiangcan),and Galli Gigerii Endothelium Corneum(Jineijin).The herbs predominantly exhibited sweet flavor and neutral property,with a primary affinity for the lung meridian.The most common therapeutic categories were deficiency-tonifying herbs and phlegm-resolving herbs.The herb combination"Gancao-Chenpi-Fuling"was identified as the core prescription for LPRD.Network pharmacology analysis of this combination revealed 11 shared targets between the core herbs and LPRD,including three key targets.The core herbs may alleviate LPRD by modulating the interleukin-17(IL-17)signaling pathway,tumor necrosis factor(TNF)signaling pathway,and cancer-related pathways.Conclusion TCM treatment for LPRD should primarily target the lung,and employs herbs with mild-sweet properties and tonifying effects,supplemented by phlegm-resolving herbs.The core combination"Gancao-Chenpi-Fuling"may exert therapeutic effects by regulating key targets such as IL-1B,TNF,and IL-6,thereby modulating the IL-17 signaling pathway,TNF signaling pathway,and cancer-related pathways to mitigate inflammatory responses in LPRD.

Objective To investigate the therapeutic efficacy of combining fractional CO2 laser with triam-cinolone acetonide and econazole nitrate cream for the treatment of vulvar lichen sclerosus(VLS).Methods The clinical data of 113 patients with vulvar lichen sclerosus(VLS)were retrospectively analyzed.The patients were divided into an observation group and a control group based on different treatments received.Clinical symptoms(vulvar itching,painful intercourse)and signs(vulvar skin color,vulvar skin elasticity,range of vulvar lesions)were scored using the Cattaneo scoring criteria.The Cattaneo scores before and after treatment were recorded for each patient,and comparisons were made between groups in terms of Cattaneo scores and occurrence of adverse reac-tions.The therapeutic efficacy of fractional CO2 laser combined with triamcinolone acetonide and econazole nitrate cream was evaluated.Results After three treatments,both groups exhibited a significant decrease in Cattaneo scores,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.05).The study group demonstrated a significantly greater reduction in Cattaneo scores compared to the control group(P<0.05).Furthermore,the cure rate of VSL was higher in the study group than in the control group(25.86%vs.10.91%,P<0.05).Regarding adverse effects,there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups(P>0.05).Conclusions Compared to the single application of fractional CO2 laser,the combination of fractional CO2 laser with triamcinolone acetonide and econazole nitrate cream demonstrates enhanced efficacy in alleviating signs and symptoms among patients with vulvar sclerosing tundra,while minimizing adverse reactions.This approach holds significant potential for clinical implementation.

As the guiding theory for the diagnosis and treatment of encephalopathy in traditional Chinese medicine （TCM）， The marrow sea theory has important theoretical connotation and clinical value. This paper summarized the clinical research literature on the differentiation and treatment of common encephalopathy based on the marrow sea theory published in recent years， analyzed the treatment method and effects from eight aspects in terms of stroke， dizziness， insomnia， headache， constraint syndrome， dementia， tremor syndrome， and atrophy syndrome， and discussed the possible mechanism based on the relevant basic research. It is believed that marrow sea depletion is the common pathogenesis of encephalopathy in TCM. Guided by the method of supplementing essence and boosting marrow， the corresponding formulas and medicinals are recommended in accordance with differentiated syndromes， which can effectively improve the symptoms of the disease， delay the progression， increase the daily life ability of the patients， and improve the quality of life. Based on the marrow sea theory， the method of supplementing essence and boosting marrow， rectifying healthy qi and dispelling pathogen can be used to highlight the advantages of TCM and provide ideas for the diagnosis and treatment of encephalopathy in TCM.

【Objective】 To assess the epidemiological characteristics and transmission risk of asymptomatic COVID-19 infection in Shaanxi Province. 【Methods】 A dense population database of COVID-19 cases in Shaanxi Province was constructed as of March 26, 2020, and 28 asymptomatic infected patients were selected through case epidemiological investigation report for descriptive analysis. 【Results】 In Shaanxi Province, the majority of asymptomatic COVID-19 infections were in the 20-59 years old group, and women took up a higher proportion than men. 82.14% of asymptomatic infections were found in the centralized isolation state. Nearly 80% of asymptomatic infections and confirmed cases were mainly exposed by living together in the family. The median number of days from last contact with the source of infection for all asymptomatic infected persons was 13, with 3 (10.71%) showing clinical symptoms. Epidemiological investigations showed that asymptomatic infections could spread as a result of shared family life. 【Conclusion】 At present, imported cases in Shaanxi Province continue to exist. Considering the concealed transmission of asymptomatic infections, prevention and control work is still facing challenges.

Objective:To design 3D printed prosthesis in an individualized way and explore the short-term clinical efficacy of reconstruction of segmental defect after resection of bone tumor in lower extremities with 3D-printed prosthesis.Methods:From January 2017 to June 2019, 6 patients with lower limb bone tumor who met the inclusion criteria were recruited, including 3 males and 3 females, aged 8.67±1.11 years (range 6-11 years). All 6 cases were primary bone tumors, and the Enneking stages were all IIB, including 3 cases of left tibial tumors, 2 cases of right tibial tumors, and 1 case of right femoral tumor. These 3D-printed prostheses were designed based on the preoperative imaging data. The mechanical stability of the prosthesis was evaluated by three-dimensional finite element analysis. After tumor resection, the 3D-printed prosthesis was installed and fixed to reconstruct the segmental bone defect. All patients were clinically followed up and evaluated by imaging regularly after operation. The functional status was assessed by the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) score. Oncology results and complications were recorded in detail.Results:All operations were successfully performed, including 3 cases underwent left tibial tumor resection, 2 cases underwent right tibial tumor resection, and 1 case underwent right femoral tumor resection. The length of the bone defect after tumor resection was 18.19±3.74 cm, the average operation time was 165.83±54.17 min, and the average intraoperative bleeding was 233.33±133.33 ml. These finite element analysis data show that the overall stress of these prostheses are lower than the maximum mechanical strength of the corresponding materials. These 3D printed prostheses match well with the excision defect and meet the expected effect. There were no adverse reactions during the operation. The mean follow-up period was 16.83±7.17 months. At the last follow-up, all patients survived without tumor recurrence or metastasis. Postoperative imaging results showed that all the implants were stable without complications such as peripheral infection, aseptic loosening, prosthesis fracture. These 3D-printed prostheses composite resulted in substantial bone integration at follow-up. The average MSTS score was 83.67%±9.11%.Conclusion:The individualized 3D printed prosthesis can be used to reconstruct the bone defect after the resection of osteosarcoma in the lower extremities, and the clinical efficacy was satisfactory in the short-term follow-up.

Objective:By analyzed the transmission patterns of 4 out of the 51 COVID-19 cluster cases in Shaanxi province to provide evidences for the COVID-19 control and prevention.Methods:The epidemiological data of RT-PCR test-confirmed COVID-19 cases were collected. Transmission chain was drawn and the transmission process was analyzed.Results:Cluster case 1 contained 13 cases and was caused by a family of 5 who traveled by car to Wuhan and returned to Shaanxi. Cluster case 2 had 5cases and caused by initial patient who participated family get-together right after back from Wuhan while under incubation period. Cluster case 3 contained 10 cases and could be defined as nosocomial infection. Cluster case 4 contained 4 cases and occurred in work place.Conclusion:Higher contact frequency and smaller places were more likely to cause a small-scale COVID-19 cluster outbreak, with potential longer incubation period. COVID-19 control strategies should turn the attention to infection prevention and control in crowded places, management of enterprise resumption and prevention of nosocomial infection.

Objective:To understand the incidence trend and epidemiological characteristics of COVID-19 in Shaanxi province.Methods:The incidence data of COVID-19 reported in Shaanxi as of 22 February, 2020 were collected for an epidemiological descriptive analysis.Results:A total of 245 confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Shaanxi. Most cases were mild (87.76%). As time passed, the areas where confirmed cases were reported continued to increase. The case number in Xi’an was highest, accounting for nearly half of the total reported cases in the province. The epidemic pattern in Shaanxi had gradually shifted from imported case pattern to local case pattern, and the transmission of local cases was mainly based on family cluster transmission. The confirmed cases from different sources had caused the secondary transmission in Shaanxi. After February 7, the number of reported cases began to fluctuate and decrease stably, indicating a decrease-to-zero period.Conclusions:At present, the overall epidemic of COVID-19 in Shaanxi has gradually been mitigated. However, considering the approaching of return to work and study and the increasing of imported cases from other countries, the prevention and control of COVIS-19 in Shaanxi will face new challenges.

A total of 245 cases of COVID-19 in Shaanxi Province reported in the China information system for disease control and prevention as of February 24, 2020 were selected as the research objects, the cases are divided into imported cases (116 cases, 47.3%) and local cases (129 cases, 52.7%), their basic characteristics, time distribution, transmission mode, intergenerational interval and latent period transmission are analyzed. The age of local cases [(51.74±15.67) years old], female patients (69 cases, 53.5%), housework and retired staff (40 cases, 31.0%), and patients isolated at the time of onset (50 cases, 38.8%) were higher than imported cases, respectively[(40.66±15.41) years old, (45 cases, 38.8%), (21 cases, 18.1%), (17 cases, 14.6%)] ( P values were < 0.05); The infection rate was 0.8% (31/3 666) in close contacts with local cases, which was lower than imported cases 2.0% (69/3 435) ( P<0.001); The main source of infection in local cases was relatives (70 cases, 54.3%), and the main way of infection was living together and party (90 cases, 69.8%); the proportion of latent period transmission in our province was 15.5% (20 cases), and the interval between the second-generation case and the source of infection was about 4 days, and the interval between generations was about 6 days. In summary, the main way of infection of local cases in Shaanxi Province was living together and party, there were a certain proportion of latent period transmission cases at present, it's suggested that the investigation of close contacts should be started 4 days or earlier before the onset of the case.

A total of 245 cases of COVID-19 in Shaanxi Province reported in the China information system for disease control and prevention as of February 24, 2020 were selected as the research objects, the cases are divided into imported cases (116 cases, 47.3%) and local cases (129 cases, 52.7%), their basic characteristics, time distribution, transmission mode, intergenerational interval and latent period transmission are analyzed. The age of local cases [(51.74±15.67) years old], female patients (69 cases, 53.5%), housework and retired staff (40 cases, 31.0%), and patients isolated at the time of onset (50 cases, 38.8%) were higher than imported cases, respectively[(40.66±15.41) years old, (45 cases, 38.8%), (21 cases, 18.1%), (17 cases, 14.6%)] ( P values were < 0.05); The infection rate was 0.8% (31/3 666) in close contacts with local cases, which was lower than imported cases 2.0% (69/3 435) ( P<0.001); The main source of infection in local cases was relatives (70 cases, 54.3%), and the main way of infection was living together and party (90 cases, 69.8%); the proportion of latent period transmission in our province was 15.5% (20 cases), and the interval between the second-generation case and the source of infection was about 4 days, and the interval between generations was about 6 days. In summary, the main way of infection of local cases in Shaanxi Province was living together and party, there were a certain proportion of latent period transmission cases at present, it's suggested that the investigation of close contacts should be started 4 days or earlier before the onset of the case.

There exists unbalanced development of medical technology and uneven quality of medi-cal staff in our current medical status,so it is urgent to reform the training mode of talents. Through the analysis of the shortcomings of traditional talents training and based on the thought of training applied talents, we explore the best training model of application-oriented professionals of otolaryngology head and neck surgery which is suitable for our country's national conditions by reforming clinical teaching methods, theo-retical teaching curriculum revision and clinical skills training, in order to strengthen the quality of person-nel training.