1.A multicenter retrospective study of secondary transport on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in critically ill children
Zhe ZHAO ; Ye CHENG ; Xiaohong WU ; Yingyue LIU ; Mai LI ; Xiaoyu HE ; Wenzhe CHENG ; Feng WANG ; Yuxiong GUO ; Mingxia ZHANG ; Guodong HUANG ; Guoping LU ; Yuhan CHEN ; Kenan FANG ; Xiaoyang HONG
Chinese Journal of Pediatrics 2025;63(3):243-248
Objective:To evaluate the safety and efficacy of secondary transport on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for critically ill children.Methods:This was a retrospective cohort study. Data from 222 pediatric patients who underwent ECMO transport from May 2019 to May 2024 at 5 ECMO centers and Chinese Database of Pediatric Extracorporeal Life Support Organization were collected. The cases were divided into primary and secondary transport groups by nature of transport. The clinical data, including demographics, ECMO indications, transport distance, pre-transport lab results, prognosis and complications were analyzed. Two independent samples t-test, Wilcoxon test, and χ2 test or Fisher′s exact probability method were used to compare the differences between 2 groups and evaluate the safety and efficacy of secondary transport. Results:Among the 222 children transported with ECMO, there were 135 males and 87 females, with an age of 3.0 (0.2, 7.0) years. There were 202 cases in the primary transport group and 20 cases in the secondary transport group. All secondary transport patients had failed attempts at weaning ECMO before transfer. The patients in the secondary transport group were older, had higher rates of surgical cannulation, circulatory support, and pre-ECMO lactate levels compared to the primary transport group (7.0 (2.8, 10.0) vs. 3.0 (0.2, 6.0) years old, 55.0% (11/20) vs. 3.6% (7/202), 80.0% (16/20) vs. 41.6% (84/202), (10±4) vs. (7±6) mmol/L, Z=3.41, χ 2=66.31, 10.99, t=2.24, all P<0.05). In the secondary transport group, the vasoactive-inotropic scores of patients on circulatory support and the oxygenation index for patients requiring respiratory support were higher than those in the primary transport group (83±33 vs. 82±68, 51.0±1.8 vs. 37.4±10.2, t=2.36, 2.63, respectively; both P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences between the 2 groups in sex, transport distance, pre-ECMO creatinine, arterial blood gas BE values, and ECMO duration (all P>0.05). No life-threatening complications occurred during the transport in either group. Two patients in the secondary transport group underwent heart transplantation, and 1 patient underwent radiofrequency ablation. The overall survival rate between the 2 groups showed no statistically significant difference (45.0% (9/20) vs. 55.4% (112/202), χ2=1.15, P>0.05). Conclusions:Secondary ECMO transport for critically ill children don't increase mortality or life-threatening complications during transport. ECMO patients who cannot receive effective treatment locally can benefit from secondary transport to an advanced ECMO center provides further treatment opportunities.
2.A multicenter retrospective study of secondary transport on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in critically ill children
Zhe ZHAO ; Ye CHENG ; Xiaohong WU ; Yingyue LIU ; Mai LI ; Xiaoyu HE ; Wenzhe CHENG ; Feng WANG ; Yuxiong GUO ; Mingxia ZHANG ; Guodong HUANG ; Guoping LU ; Yuhan CHEN ; Kenan FANG ; Xiaoyang HONG
Chinese Journal of Pediatrics 2025;63(3):243-248
Objective:To evaluate the safety and efficacy of secondary transport on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for critically ill children.Methods:This was a retrospective cohort study. Data from 222 pediatric patients who underwent ECMO transport from May 2019 to May 2024 at 5 ECMO centers and Chinese Database of Pediatric Extracorporeal Life Support Organization were collected. The cases were divided into primary and secondary transport groups by nature of transport. The clinical data, including demographics, ECMO indications, transport distance, pre-transport lab results, prognosis and complications were analyzed. Two independent samples t-test, Wilcoxon test, and χ2 test or Fisher′s exact probability method were used to compare the differences between 2 groups and evaluate the safety and efficacy of secondary transport. Results:Among the 222 children transported with ECMO, there were 135 males and 87 females, with an age of 3.0 (0.2, 7.0) years. There were 202 cases in the primary transport group and 20 cases in the secondary transport group. All secondary transport patients had failed attempts at weaning ECMO before transfer. The patients in the secondary transport group were older, had higher rates of surgical cannulation, circulatory support, and pre-ECMO lactate levels compared to the primary transport group (7.0 (2.8, 10.0) vs. 3.0 (0.2, 6.0) years old, 55.0% (11/20) vs. 3.6% (7/202), 80.0% (16/20) vs. 41.6% (84/202), (10±4) vs. (7±6) mmol/L, Z=3.41, χ 2=66.31, 10.99, t=2.24, all P<0.05). In the secondary transport group, the vasoactive-inotropic scores of patients on circulatory support and the oxygenation index for patients requiring respiratory support were higher than those in the primary transport group (83±33 vs. 82±68, 51.0±1.8 vs. 37.4±10.2, t=2.36, 2.63, respectively; both P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences between the 2 groups in sex, transport distance, pre-ECMO creatinine, arterial blood gas BE values, and ECMO duration (all P>0.05). No life-threatening complications occurred during the transport in either group. Two patients in the secondary transport group underwent heart transplantation, and 1 patient underwent radiofrequency ablation. The overall survival rate between the 2 groups showed no statistically significant difference (45.0% (9/20) vs. 55.4% (112/202), χ2=1.15, P>0.05). Conclusions:Secondary ECMO transport for critically ill children don't increase mortality or life-threatening complications during transport. ECMO patients who cannot receive effective treatment locally can benefit from secondary transport to an advanced ECMO center provides further treatment opportunities.
3.Safety evaluation of sintilimab in combination with chemotherapy for the treatment of cholangiocarcinoma
Hao ZHONG ; Hang LIN ; Yaxin LU ; Haiyan MAI
China Pharmacy 2025;36(4):482-485
OBJECTIVE To assess the safety profile of sintilimab in combination with chemotherapy for the treatment of cholangiocarcinoma.METHODS The data of patients with cholangiocarcinoma from January 1st,2021 to December 31st,2022 were collected and divided into control group(29 cases)and observation group(18 cases)based on different medication regimens.Patients in the control group were treated with Gemcitabine hydrochloride for injection+Cisplatin for injection or Oxaliplatin for injection,the observation group was treated with Sintilimab injection based on the control group.Patients in each group underwent blood routine,liver and kidney function,biochemical and other examinations before and after each treatment cycle to observe the occurrence of adverse drug reactions.The correlation of adverse drug reactions with drugs was evaluated with Naranjo's scale.RESULTS The correlation between blood toxicity and drug use was deemed"probable"in both groups;however,the observation group exhibited a significantly higher score,indicating a stronger correlation.In the control group,hepatotoxic reactions were classified as"suspicious"whereas in the observation group,they were categorized as"probable".The correlation of gastrointestinal symptoms between the two groups was considered"possible".Systemic symptoms,skin toxicity,musculoskeletal toxicity,endocrine toxicity and renal toxicity were all classified as having a"suspicious"correlation with drug use.The total incidence of blood toxicity in the observation group was significantly higher than control group(P=0.014).There was no statistically significant difference in the total incidences of hepatotoxic,gastrointestinal symptoms,systemic symptoms,skin toxicity,musculoskeletal toxicity,endocrine toxicity,renal toxicity,or the incidence of grade 3 or higher blood toxicity,hepatotoxic between the two groups(P>0.05).For the patients experiencing adverse drug reactions,the symptoms were alleviated following drug discontinuation or symptomatic supportive treatment.No fatalities occurred during the treatment period.CONCLUSIONS Sintilimab combined with chemotherapy may significantly increase the risk of blood toxicity in patients with cholangiocarcinoma,especially thrombocytopenia,but the adverse reactions are within a controllable range,and the overall safety is good.
4.Application Values of New Ultrasound Technologies in the Diagnosis of Hepatic Sinusoidal Obstruction Syndrome
Xiao LU ; Jiaojiao MA ; Mai SUN ; Bo ZHANG
Acta Academiae Medicinae Sinicae 2024;46(4):575-580
Hepatic sinusoidal obstruction syndrome(HSOS),a toxic liver injury,can lead to multiple organ failure in severe cases and is even fatal.Early diagnosis is of great significance for the selection of treatment regimens and prognosis.Currently,ultrasound,as the preferred diagnostic method for liver diseases,has been recommended in expert consensus and criteria for the diagnosis of HSOS.However,there are no definitive ima-ging diagnostic standards.This paper summarizes the sonographic features of ultrasound and new ultrasound tech-nologies in HSOS research.Analyzing the characteristic sonographic images from gray-scale ultrasonography,Doppler ultrasonography,ultrasound elastography,and contrast-enhanced ultrasonography at different stages of the dis-ease enables the establishment and refining of the corresponding imaging diagnostic standards and provides effec-tive auxiliary examination methods for the early diagnosis and differential diagnosis of HSOS.
5.Comparative study on the anti-interference characteristics of different chemical synaptic neuron networks
Yingjian SONG ; Mai LU ; Xiang LI
Chinese Journal of Medical Physics 2024;41(11):1392-1403
Objective Based on 5 different chemical synaptic models,the anti-interference characteristics of neural network based on Hodgkin-Huxley neuron model are compared and studied.Methods The Hodgkin-Huxley neuron model and chemical synapses were used to construct biological neuron networks with different topologies by numerical simulation.By constructing different chemical synaptic neuron networks,the specificity of neuron anti-interference under the stimulation of sine wave signal superimposed with certain Gaussian white noise was studied,and the signal transmission mode of neuron networks under different stimulation signals was analyzed.The correlation coefficient method was used to calculate the correlation coefficient of the 0-50 ms of neuron 10 in the network under two kinds of stimulation signals,and the quantitative analysis was carried out.Results The anti-interference characteristics of the neural network were related to the chemical synaptic model,and the anti-interference waveforms of neural networks constructed based on different chemical synaptic models were different.Under the two stimulation signals,the correlation coefficients of the first 50 ms of neuron 10 in the network constructed by the 5 types of chemical synapses were 0.141 2,0.914 5,0.9965,0.567 3 and 0.881 6,respectively.The types 2 and 3 chemical synapses exhibited better anti-interference ability than the other types;the types 2 and 3 chemical synapse model were the most complex;and the types 4 and 5 chemical synapses had the fastest delayed response.Conclusion The types 2 and 3 chemical synapse models are most suitable for studying the anti-interference characteristics of neural networks.This study provides some insights into the selection of chemical synapses in the construction of neuron networks.
6.The value of a machine learning-based biparametric MRI radiomics model in predicting clinically significant prostate cancer in the transitional zone
Lu LI ; Xu YAN ; Ke MA ; Yuting WANG ; Qin JIN ; Yiqi PAN ; Qi SUN ; Xiaoli MAI
Journal of Practical Radiology 2024;40(11):1837-1842
Objective To evaluate the value of a machine learning-based biparametric magnetic resonance imaging(bpMRI)radiomics model in predicting clinically significant prostate cancer(csPCa)in the transitional zone.Methods A retrospective analysis was con-ducted on 507 cases in two medical centers.All patients underwent prostate MRI examinations before surgery,with complete patho-logical data.The case distribution was as follows:256 cases of csPCa,97 cases of clinically insignificant prostate cancer(ciPCa),and 154 cases of benign prostatic hyperplasia(BPH).Using the R language,the data from Center One was randomly divided into training and test groups at a ratio of 7∶3,and the data from Center Two as an independent external validation group.The image features from T2 WI and diffusion weighted imaging(DWI)were extracted,and the least absolute shrinkage and selection operator(LASSO)was used to reduce dimensionality and filter features.Two datasets were constructed based on T2 WI features alone and combined T2 WI and DWI features.Six prediction models were established using random forest(RF),logistic regression(LR),and support vector machine(SVM).The efficacy of six models of T2 WI features and combined T2 WI and DWI features in the diagnosis of prostate dis-eases through receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve,area under the curve(AUC),and decision curve analysis(DCA)were compared and evaluated.Results In the training group,feature screening identified 7 and 8 features from the T2WI single sequence and the T2WI with DWI dual sequence for csPCa prediction in the transitional zone.The results showed that the T2WI with DWI dual sequence RF model had the highest AUC performance.The AUC of the training,test,and validation groups were 0.950,0.866,and 0.818,respectively.The test group accuracy was 0.805,sensitivity was 0.690,and specificity was 0.920;the validation group accu-racy was 0.726,sensitivity was 0.661,and specificity was 0.793.DCA showed that within a wide probability threshold range,the T2 WI with DWI dual sequence RF model had the greatest net benefit.Conclusion Based on the bpMRI radiomics model,non-invasive prediction of csPCa in the transitional zone can be achieved before surgery,which helps to make clinical diagnosis and treatment decisions.
7.Application of"Learning by Doing"in the Teaching of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing for Undergraduate Nursing Students
Ying ZHU ; BAI YI LA·Nu er da wu lie ti ; Qingqing NIE ; MAI WU LU DAI·Ha si mu ; Zhenli WANG
Journal of Kunming Medical University 2024;45(12):172-177
Objective To explore the application of the"learning by doing"learning theory and methods in the teaching of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing for undergraduate nursing students.Method By setting up an experimental group of 151 students and a control group of 152 students in the teaching of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing for undergraduate nursing students,practicing"learning by doing"and evaluating the teaching effect.Result The experimental group students held a positive attitude towards the implementation of"learning by doing"in the teaching of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing for undergraduate nursing students,with higher scores in both theoretical and skill exams than the control group(P<0.05),and achieved good practical results.Conclusion By comparing the theoretical and skill exam scores of the experimental group and the control group,the experimental group had a higher average score than the control group(P<0.05).The application of"learning by doing"in the teaching of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing for undergraduate nursing has improved students'self-learning ability and empowered their innovative and collaborative growth.
8.Coil design and simulation analysis of magnetic induction hyperthermia in rats
Chinese Journal of Medical Physics 2024;41(1):101-108
A Helmholtz coil is selected to generate the alternating magnetic field,and the relevant model is established with a rat brain tumor as the research object.Based on the Pennes bioheat transfer equation,the electromagnetic field distribution and temperature field distribution are calculated in COMSOL simulation software,and the factors affecting the outcome of magnetic induction hyperthermia are analyzed.The results show that both magnetic field distribution and temperature field distribution meet the requirements for magnetic induction hyperthermia.The magnetic field distribution in the tumor treatment area is uniform,and the central magnetic induction strength is 12.847 mT.The temperature rise in the tumor area is significant,and the temperature at the tumor center is 46℃or above,basically reaching the treatment temperature.The therapeutic efficacy of magnetic induction hyperthermia is affected by the number of turns,current,radius and spacing,magnetic field frequency and other parameters.The study provides reference for the clinical application of magnetic induction hyperthermia and the coil design.
9.Comparative study on the information encoding mode of neuronal networks based on Hodgkin-Huxley model
Chinese Journal of Medical Physics 2024;41(2):212-219
Objective To propose two different types of information encoding methods for the information encoding mode of neuronal networks based on Hodgkin-Huxley(HH)model.Methods The biological neuronal networks with different topologies were built with numerical simulations using HH model and chemical synapses.The specificities of two information encoding methods,namely average frequency encoding and interspike interval encoding,under the stimulus of sinusoidal signals and random audio signals were investigated,and the information encoding mode of neuronal networks stimulated by different signals was also analyzed.Results The information encoding mode of the neuronal networks was correlated with the stimulus signal type.When being stimulated by a continuous periodic signal,the neuronal network would generate a discharge sequence with periodicity corresponding to the stimulus signal.When the stimulus signal was a random signal,the discharge rate of the neuronal network would change with the stimulus signal intensity,and the higher the stimulus signal intensity was,the higher the action potential discharge rate was.Under the same stimulus signal,the temporal structure of the neuronal network discharge sequence was affected by the topology of the neuronal network.Conclusion The information encoding mode of neuronal networks is correlated with the stimulus signal,and the temporal structure of the discharge sequence of neuronal networks with different topologies is different.Interspike interval encoding has higher accuracy and contains more information,and the combination with the average frequency encoding can effectively express the dynamic change of the information encoding mode of neuronal networks under the stimulus.
10.Blinatumomab as bridging therapy in two children with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia complicated by invasive fungal disease.
Xiao-Fei LIU ; Xue TANG ; Lu-Lu WANG ; Ying WANG ; Shi-Lin LIU ; Gui-Chi ZHOU ; Tong-Hui LI ; Hui-Rong MAI
Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics 2023;25(12):1282-1286
This article reports two cases of children with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) complicated by invasive fungal disease (IFD) who received bridging treatment using blinatumomab. Case 1 was a 4-month-old female infant who experienced recurrent high fever and limb weakness during chemotherapy. Blood culture was negative, and next-generation sequencing (NGS) of peripheral blood, bronchoalveolar lavage fluid, and cerebrospinal fluid were all negative. Chest CT and cranial MRI revealed obvious infection foci. Case 2 was a 2-year-old male patient who experienced recurrent high fever with multiple inflammatory masses during chemotherapy. Candida tropicalis was detected in peripheral blood and abscess fluid using NGS, while blood culture and imaging examinations showed no obvious abnormalities. After antifungal and blinatumomab therapy, both cases showed significant improvement in symptoms, signs, and imaging, and B-ALL remained in continuous remission. The report indicates that bridging treatment with blinatumomab in children with B-ALL complicated by IFD can rebuild the immune system and control the underlying disease in the presence of immunosuppression and severe fungal infection.
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