BACKGROUND: While emotional distress, encompassing anxiety and depression, has been associated with negative clinical outcomes, its impact across various clinical departments and general hospitals has been less explored. Previous studies with limited sample sizes have examined the effectiveness of specific treatments (e.g., antidepressants) rather than a systemic management strategy for outcome improvement in non-psychiatric inpatients. To enhance the understanding of the importance of addressing mental health care needs among non-psychiatric patients in general hospitals, this study retrospectively investigated the impacts of emotional distress and the effects of early detection and management of depression and anxiety on hospital length of stay (LOS) and rate of long LOS (LLOS, i.e., LOS >30 days) in a large sample of non-psychiatric inpatients. METHODS: This retrospective cohort study included 487,871 inpatients from 20 non-psychiatric departments of a general hospital. They were divided, according to whether they underwent a novel strategy to manage emotional distress which deployed the Huaxi Emotional Distress Index (HEI) for brief screening with grading psychological services (BS-GPS), into BS-GPS ( n = 178,883) and non-BS-GPS ( n = 308,988) cohorts. The LOS and rate of LLOS between the BS-GPS and non-BS-GPS cohorts and between subcohorts with and without clinically significant anxiety and/or depression (CSAD, i.e., HEI score ≥11 on admission to the hospital) in the BS-GPS cohort were compared using univariable analyses, multilevel analyses, and/or propensity score-matched analyses, respectively. RESULTS: The detection rate of CSAD in the BS-GPS cohort varied from 2.64% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.49%-2.81%) to 20.50% (95% CI: 19.43%-21.62%) across the 20 departments, with a average rate of 5.36%. Significant differences were observed in both the LOS and LLOS rates between the subcohorts with CSAD (12.7 days, 535/9590) and without CSAD (9.5 days, 3800/169,293) and between the BS-GPS (9.6 days, 4335/178,883) and non-BS-GPS (10.8 days, 11,483/308,988) cohorts. These differences remained significant after controlling for confounders using propensity score-matched comparisons. A multilevel analysis indicated that BS-GPS was negatively associated with both LOS and LLOS after controlling for sociodemographics and the departments of patient discharge and remained negatively associated with LLOS after controlling additionally for the year of patient discharge. CONCLUSION Emotional distress significantly prolonged the LOS and increased the LLOS of non-psychiatric inpatients across most departments and general hospitals. These impacts were moderated by the implementation of BS-GPS. Thus, BS-GPS has the potential as an effective, resource-saving strategy for enhancing mental health care and optimizing medical resources in general hospitals.
Humans ; Retrospective Studies ; Male ; Length of Stay/statistics & numerical data* ; Female ; Middle Aged ; Adult ; Psychological Distress ; Inpatients/psychology* ; Aged ; Anxiety/diagnosis* ; Depression/diagnosis*

Objective:To construct a preventive maintenance path based on risk control model for medical equipment in the operating room,and analyze its application effect in the management for medical equipment in the operating room.Methods:Based on 7 key factors included equipment characteristics,usage duration,startup frequency,operating efficiency,operator skills,maintenance frequency,and technical support in risk control model,we followed management mode of preventive maintenance,and constructed a preventive maintenance path from six dimensions which included management of equipment application,preventive maintenance and upkeep,predictive maintenance,fault repair,post upkeep,and quality monitoring.A total of 215 used medical equipment in operating room at Xiaolan People's Hospital of ZhongShan from January 2022 to December 2022 were selected,and the equipment during January and December 2022 received maintenance management by using conventional management method,and these during January and December 2023 received maintenance management by using preventive maintenance path method based on risk control model for medical equipment(model management method).The quality of management and operation for equipment between two kinds of management methods were compared.A self-designed questionnaire was adopted to investigate the operators'satisfaction for service quality of equipment in operating rooms.Results:The average standardization degree of using equipment,efficiency of maintenance,timely maintenance,and qualification rate of quality inspection of adopting model management method were respectively(94.43±4.26)%,(97.74±1.53)%,(86.78±6.72)%and(96.48±3.02)%,all of which were higher than those of adopting conventional method(t=22.583,34.738,14.820,18.577,P<0.05).The average rate of starting equipment and self-repair rate of the model management method were significantly higher than those of the conventional method,and the differences were statistically significant(t=10.355,7.624,12.811,P<0.05).The satisfaction scores of operators who used management for adopting model management method were higher than those for adopting conventional management method in applying and managing equipment,preventive upkeep,predictive maintenance,fault repair,post upkeep and quality monitoring,and the differences were statistically significant(t=18.653,22.942,18.752,23.673,40.055,37.120,P<0.05).Conclusion:The preventive maintenance path based on risk control model for medical equipment in operating room can improve the management quality for equipment in operating room,and enhance management effectiveness and operators'satisfaction.

Acute pancreatitis(AP)is a frequently encountered acute abdominal syndrome in clinical settings,and the integrated model of traditional Chinese and Western medicine(TCM-WM)has demonstrated notable advantages in the diagnosis and treatment of AP.To systematize and standardize clinical practices related to develop clinical pathway for integrated TCM-WM diagnosis and treatment of AP,which enhances the efficiency and quality of patient care.This pathway focuses on AP,a common acute and life-threatening disease within the digestive system,and outlines that the central pathological mechanism involves pancreatic injury and localized inflammation resulting from the abnormal activation of pancreatic enzymes.It has the characteristics of rapid onset,multiple causes,and complex manifestations.Severe cases can be life-threatening.At present,conventional treatments encompass a diverse range of modalities.Moreover,traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)holds distinct advantages in alleviating relevant symptoms,and TCM-WM is gaining increasing prevalence.To enhance the standardization and consistency of diagnostic and therapeutic practices,this clinical pathway clearly delineates the target patient population,which includes individuals diagnosed with abdominal pain disorder according to TCM and with AP in accordance with WM criteria,as well as the corresponding inclusion standards.The diagnostic framework integrates both TCM and WM guidelines,and further incorporates disease staging,severity grading,and syndrome differentiation to support a comprehensive and integrated diagnostic strategy.The treatment integrates approaches from both TCM and WM.Within the WM framework,interventions consist of basic supportive care,infection control,nutritional support,and the management of complications.In the context of TCM,the protocol includes syndrome differentiation and corresponding therapeutic strategies(Distinct syndrome patterns are identified and managed during the acute and convalescent phases),such as acupuncture and retention enema.This clinical pathway addresses multiple key components,including preventive strategies,post-treatment follow-up,criteria for evaluating therapeutic efficacy,admission and discharge,admission examination protocols,discharge criteria,and the rationale for deviations or withdrawal from the pathway.It is designed to provide a systematic and standardized reference framework for relevant clinical practices.

Objective To investigate the anti-inflammatory protective effects of remimazolam on microglial cells and elucidates the potential molecular mechanisms underlying these effects. Methods The mouse microglial cell line (BV2) was selected as the research object. The following groups were set up:the control group (complete medium),the Rema group (200 μg/mL remimazolam),the model group (1 μg/mL lipopolysaccharide,LPS),and different-concentration administration groups (1 μg/mL LPS+50,100,200 μg/mL remimazolam). In the Rema group,cells were treated with 200 μg/mL remimazolam alone for 26 h. In the model group,cells were treated with LPS for 24 h. In the different-concentration administration groups,cells were pre-treated with different concentrations of remimazolam for 2 h,and then treated with LPS for 24 h. The effects of LPS and remimazolam on the morphology of BV2 cells were observed and evaluated using an optical microscope. Cell viability was determined using the CCK-8 assay,while the expression and secretion of inflammatory cytokines were quantified by quantitative real-time PCR and ELISA. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels were measured using a fluorescent probe. Additionally,malondial-dehyde (MDA) content,superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity,and glutathione peroxidase (GSH) activity were evaluated using respective assay kits. Western blot analysis was conducted to examine the protein expression levels of Bax,Bcl-2,IL-1β,RAGE,NF-κB,p-NF-κB,IκBα,p-IκBα,iNOS,and Arg-1. Immunofluorescence staining was employed to visualize NF-κB nuclear translocation and M1/M2 polarization in the cells. Results Compared to the control group,LPS-treated BV2 cells demonstrated significantly reduced cell viability,elevated expression and se-cretion of inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α,IL-6,IL-1β),decreased activities of SOD and GSH,and increased in-tracellular levels of MDA and ROS. Additionally,RAGE protein levels were upregulated,along with enhanced phos-phorylation of IκBα and NF-κB,leading to observable NF-κB nuclear translocation. The expression of the M1 marker iNOS was upregulated,while that of the M2 marker Arg-1 was downregulated. In contrast,in the LPS+Rema group,cell viability was restored,expression and secretion of inflammatory cytokines were attenuated,SOD and GSH activities were improved,and levels of MDA and ROS were reduced compared to the LPS group. Furthermore,RAGE protein expression and phosphorylation levels of IκBα and NF-κB were diminished,inhibiting NF-κB nuclear translocation. The expression of the M1 marker iNOS was downregulated,while that of the M2 marker Arg-1 was up-regulated. Conclusion Remimazolam mitigates LPS-induced inflammation by facilitating the transition of microglial cells from the M1 to the M2 phenotype via modulation of the NF-κB pathway and reduction of ROS production.

Objective To compare the therapeutic effects of laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal repair(TAPP)and Bassini herniorrhaphy in the treatment of inguinal hernia.Methods 107 patients with inguinal hernia from January 2021 to December 2024 were selected and divided into the Bassini group(53 cases were repaired by Bassini herniorrhaphy)and the TAPP group(54 cases were repaired by TAPP)by random number table method.The surgical-related indicators,pain degree,stress index levels,quality of life,rehabilitation effect and incidence of complications of the two groups of patients were compared.Results The operation time of the Bassini group was significantly shorter than that of the TAPP group,the intraoperative blood loss was significantly more than that in the TAPP group,and the hospital stay was significantly longer than that in the TAPP group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The visual analogue scale(VAS)score of the two groups of patients after surgery showed a trend of first increasing and then decreasing.The VAS scores of the TAPP group at 3 and 7 days after surgery were significantly lower than those of the Bassini group,and the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The levels of cortisol and norepinephrine in both groups of patients 3 days after the operation were significantly higher than those before the operation,and the Bassini group was significantly higher than the TAPP group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The total effective rate of the TAPP group was 98.15%,significantly higher than that of the Bassini group(83.02%),and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).The Short Form 36(SF-36)score of the two groups of patients one month after the operation was significantly higher than that before the operation,and the TAPP group was significantly higher than the Bassini group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The incidence of complications in the TAPP group was 3.70%,significantly lower than 18.87%in the Bassini group,and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).Conclusion Compared with Bassini herniorrhaphy,TAPP can effectively shorten the hospital stay,reduce intraoperative blood loss,lower postoperative pain and stress response,improve the postoperative quality of life of patients,enhance rehabilitation effect and reduce the incidence of complications.It is worthy of clinical promotion and application.

Objective To compare the therapeutic effects of laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal repair(TAPP)and Bassini herniorrhaphy in the treatment of inguinal hernia.Methods 107 patients with inguinal hernia from January 2021 to December 2024 were selected and divided into the Bassini group(53 cases were repaired by Bassini herniorrhaphy)and the TAPP group(54 cases were repaired by TAPP)by random number table method.The surgical-related indicators,pain degree,stress index levels,quality of life,rehabilitation effect and incidence of complications of the two groups of patients were compared.Results The operation time of the Bassini group was significantly shorter than that of the TAPP group,the intraoperative blood loss was significantly more than that in the TAPP group,and the hospital stay was significantly longer than that in the TAPP group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The visual analogue scale(VAS)score of the two groups of patients after surgery showed a trend of first increasing and then decreasing.The VAS scores of the TAPP group at 3 and 7 days after surgery were significantly lower than those of the Bassini group,and the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The levels of cortisol and norepinephrine in both groups of patients 3 days after the operation were significantly higher than those before the operation,and the Bassini group was significantly higher than the TAPP group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The total effective rate of the TAPP group was 98.15%,significantly higher than that of the Bassini group(83.02%),and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).The Short Form 36(SF-36)score of the two groups of patients one month after the operation was significantly higher than that before the operation,and the TAPP group was significantly higher than the Bassini group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).The incidence of complications in the TAPP group was 3.70%,significantly lower than 18.87%in the Bassini group,and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).Conclusion Compared with Bassini herniorrhaphy,TAPP can effectively shorten the hospital stay,reduce intraoperative blood loss,lower postoperative pain and stress response,improve the postoperative quality of life of patients,enhance rehabilitation effect and reduce the incidence of complications.It is worthy of clinical promotion and application.

Objective To investigate the anti-inflammatory protective effects of remimazolam on microglial cells and elucidates the potential molecular mechanisms underlying these effects. Methods The mouse microglial cell line (BV2) was selected as the research object. The following groups were set up:the control group (complete medium),the Rema group (200 μg/mL remimazolam),the model group (1 μg/mL lipopolysaccharide,LPS),and different-concentration administration groups (1 μg/mL LPS+50,100,200 μg/mL remimazolam). In the Rema group,cells were treated with 200 μg/mL remimazolam alone for 26 h. In the model group,cells were treated with LPS for 24 h. In the different-concentration administration groups,cells were pre-treated with different concentrations of remimazolam for 2 h,and then treated with LPS for 24 h. The effects of LPS and remimazolam on the morphology of BV2 cells were observed and evaluated using an optical microscope. Cell viability was determined using the CCK-8 assay,while the expression and secretion of inflammatory cytokines were quantified by quantitative real-time PCR and ELISA. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels were measured using a fluorescent probe. Additionally,malondial-dehyde (MDA) content,superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity,and glutathione peroxidase (GSH) activity were evaluated using respective assay kits. Western blot analysis was conducted to examine the protein expression levels of Bax,Bcl-2,IL-1β,RAGE,NF-κB,p-NF-κB,IκBα,p-IκBα,iNOS,and Arg-1. Immunofluorescence staining was employed to visualize NF-κB nuclear translocation and M1/M2 polarization in the cells. Results Compared to the control group,LPS-treated BV2 cells demonstrated significantly reduced cell viability,elevated expression and se-cretion of inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α,IL-6,IL-1β),decreased activities of SOD and GSH,and increased in-tracellular levels of MDA and ROS. Additionally,RAGE protein levels were upregulated,along with enhanced phos-phorylation of IκBα and NF-κB,leading to observable NF-κB nuclear translocation. The expression of the M1 marker iNOS was upregulated,while that of the M2 marker Arg-1 was downregulated. In contrast,in the LPS+Rema group,cell viability was restored,expression and secretion of inflammatory cytokines were attenuated,SOD and GSH activities were improved,and levels of MDA and ROS were reduced compared to the LPS group. Furthermore,RAGE protein expression and phosphorylation levels of IκBα and NF-κB were diminished,inhibiting NF-κB nuclear translocation. The expression of the M1 marker iNOS was downregulated,while that of the M2 marker Arg-1 was up-regulated. Conclusion Remimazolam mitigates LPS-induced inflammation by facilitating the transition of microglial cells from the M1 to the M2 phenotype via modulation of the NF-κB pathway and reduction of ROS production.

Objective:To construct a preventive maintenance path based on risk control model for medical equipment in the operating room,and analyze its application effect in the management for medical equipment in the operating room.Methods:Based on 7 key factors included equipment characteristics,usage duration,startup frequency,operating efficiency,operator skills,maintenance frequency,and technical support in risk control model,we followed management mode of preventive maintenance,and constructed a preventive maintenance path from six dimensions which included management of equipment application,preventive maintenance and upkeep,predictive maintenance,fault repair,post upkeep,and quality monitoring.A total of 215 used medical equipment in operating room at Xiaolan People's Hospital of ZhongShan from January 2022 to December 2022 were selected,and the equipment during January and December 2022 received maintenance management by using conventional management method,and these during January and December 2023 received maintenance management by using preventive maintenance path method based on risk control model for medical equipment(model management method).The quality of management and operation for equipment between two kinds of management methods were compared.A self-designed questionnaire was adopted to investigate the operators'satisfaction for service quality of equipment in operating rooms.Results:The average standardization degree of using equipment,efficiency of maintenance,timely maintenance,and qualification rate of quality inspection of adopting model management method were respectively(94.43±4.26)%,(97.74±1.53)%,(86.78±6.72)%and(96.48±3.02)%,all of which were higher than those of adopting conventional method(t=22.583,34.738,14.820,18.577,P<0.05).The average rate of starting equipment and self-repair rate of the model management method were significantly higher than those of the conventional method,and the differences were statistically significant(t=10.355,7.624,12.811,P<0.05).The satisfaction scores of operators who used management for adopting model management method were higher than those for adopting conventional management method in applying and managing equipment,preventive upkeep,predictive maintenance,fault repair,post upkeep and quality monitoring,and the differences were statistically significant(t=18.653,22.942,18.752,23.673,40.055,37.120,P<0.05).Conclusion:The preventive maintenance path based on risk control model for medical equipment in operating room can improve the management quality for equipment in operating room,and enhance management effectiveness and operators'satisfaction.

Acute pancreatitis(AP)is a frequently encountered acute abdominal syndrome in clinical settings,and the integrated model of traditional Chinese and Western medicine(TCM-WM)has demonstrated notable advantages in the diagnosis and treatment of AP.To systematize and standardize clinical practices related to develop clinical pathway for integrated TCM-WM diagnosis and treatment of AP,which enhances the efficiency and quality of patient care.This pathway focuses on AP,a common acute and life-threatening disease within the digestive system,and outlines that the central pathological mechanism involves pancreatic injury and localized inflammation resulting from the abnormal activation of pancreatic enzymes.It has the characteristics of rapid onset,multiple causes,and complex manifestations.Severe cases can be life-threatening.At present,conventional treatments encompass a diverse range of modalities.Moreover,traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)holds distinct advantages in alleviating relevant symptoms,and TCM-WM is gaining increasing prevalence.To enhance the standardization and consistency of diagnostic and therapeutic practices,this clinical pathway clearly delineates the target patient population,which includes individuals diagnosed with abdominal pain disorder according to TCM and with AP in accordance with WM criteria,as well as the corresponding inclusion standards.The diagnostic framework integrates both TCM and WM guidelines,and further incorporates disease staging,severity grading,and syndrome differentiation to support a comprehensive and integrated diagnostic strategy.The treatment integrates approaches from both TCM and WM.Within the WM framework,interventions consist of basic supportive care,infection control,nutritional support,and the management of complications.In the context of TCM,the protocol includes syndrome differentiation and corresponding therapeutic strategies(Distinct syndrome patterns are identified and managed during the acute and convalescent phases),such as acupuncture and retention enema.This clinical pathway addresses multiple key components,including preventive strategies,post-treatment follow-up,criteria for evaluating therapeutic efficacy,admission and discharge,admission examination protocols,discharge criteria,and the rationale for deviations or withdrawal from the pathway.It is designed to provide a systematic and standardized reference framework for relevant clinical practices.

Objective:To investigate the application of virtual reality (VR) technology on intraoperative pain in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD)-related procedures with local infiltration anesthesia and the satisfaction.Methods:It was a single-center, prospective, concurrent controlled study. Patients were divided into two groups: VR group and control group. In the VR group, patients wore a VR headset to watch soothing audio and video content during surgery, while the control group underwent routine procedures. Intraoperative pain and satisfaction were assessed using the visual analog scale (VAS) and a 5-point satisfaction scale within 30 minutes of surgery. In addition, tolerance of the VR experience in the VR group was assessed using the VR sickness questionnaire.Results:A total of 43 patients were included in the study, including 25 males (58.1%). Chronic glomerulonephritis [17 cases (39.5%)] and diabetic nephropathy [6 cases (14.0%)] were the main primary diseases. There were 23 cases in the control group and 20 cases in the VR group. There were no significant differences between the two groups in age, sex ratio, proportion of primary disease, diabetes, hypertension, distribution of operation methods, preoperative vital signs and operation time (all P>0.05). VAS pain score was significantly lower in the VR group than that in the control group (5.90±2.38 vs. 7.43±1.67, t=2.469, P=0.018). The percentage of patients who were satisfied was 89.5% (17/19) in the VR group and 78.3% (18/23) in the control group, but there was no significant difference (chi-square test for continuity correction, χ2=0.308, P=0.579). Three patients in the VR group withdrew from the study due to severe discomfort, while the remaining participants found the VR experience to be tolerable. Common adverse effects included fatigue and blurred vision. Conclusions:The application of VR technology in PD-related procedures has been effective in reducing intraoperative pain when combined with local infiltration anesthesia. Furthermore, the utilization of VR technology in PD-related procedures is associated with a safe and tolerable outcome, despite the observation of some adverse effects.