1.MRI radiomics combined with ResNet101 deep learning for differentiating lumbar spine brucella spondylitis and spinal metastases
Yupu LI ; Pengfei ZHAO ; Xiaojuan ZHANG ; Zhaojing ZHANG ; Ziyi WANG ; Pengfei QIAO
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2025;41(6):958-962
Objective To observe the value of MRI radiomics combined with ResNet101 deep learning for differentiating lumbar spine brucella spondylitis(BS)and spinal metastases(SM).Methods Seventy-one cases of lumbar spine BS and the same amount of lumbar spine SM patients were retrospectively enrolled in training set,while 33 cases of lumbar spine BS and the same amount of lumbar spine SM patients were enrolled in test set.Clinical features were screened with univariate and multivariate logistic analysis,and a clinical model(Mclinic)was constructed.ROI of lesions were drawn on lumbar sagittal T 2WI,then radiomics features were extracted to construct a radiomics model(Mradiomics).ResNet101 deep learning was integrated with radiomics,then deep learning radiomics features were extracted to construct deep learning radiomics model(MDL+R).Finally a combined model(Mcombined)was constructed through combining clinical features and deep learning radiomics features.The efficacy of the above models for differentiating BS and SM were analyzed.Results Significant differences of patients' age and proportion of fever and accessory involvement were found between BS and SM patients in training and test sets(all P<0.05),and univariate and multivariate logistic analysis showed the latter two were clinical features(both P<0.001).The area under the curve(AUC)of Mclinic for differentiating lumbar spine BS and SM was 0.794 and 0.773 in training set and test set,of Mradiomics was 0.895 and 0.791,of MDL+R was 0.926 and 0.882,while of Mcombined was 0.967 and 0.906,respectively.AUC of Mcombined was the highest in training set(all P<0.05),while in test set,AUC of Mcombined was significantly higher than that of Mclinic and Mradiomics(both P<0.05).Conclusion MRI radiomics combined with ResNet101 deep learning was helpful for differentiating lumbar spine BS and SM.Combining with clinical data could improve its diagnostic efficacy.
2.Application of Kolb's experiential learning theory in teaching the course of Fundamentals of Surgery
Haoran WANG ; Pengfei QIAO ; Lei YAO
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2025;24(9):1223-1229
Objective:To evaluate the application effectiveness of Kolb's experiential learning theory in teaching the course of Fundamentals of Surgery.Methods:A total of 90 undergraduate clinical medicine students enrolled in 2019 and 2020 at Harbin Medical University were selected as the research subjects. The students enrolled in 2019 were assigned to the control group and those in 2020 to the research group, with 45 students in each group. The control group received traditional teaching, while the research group received a reconstructed teaching mode for the course of Fundamentals of Surgery guided by Kolb's experiential learning theory. The teaching content was designed through a four-stage cycle (specific experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation). The teaching effectiveness was verified using multiple evaluation indicators. The teaching effectiveness was evaluated through teaching evaluation and satisfaction evaluation. The t-test and chi-square test were performed using SPSS 24.0. Results:The research group scored higher than the control group in cognitive transformation [depth of incorrect attribution: (4.53±0.35) vs. (2.90±0.68)], clinical decision-making [reasonable index of surgical choice: (4.05±0.45) vs. (3.25±0.58)], and emotional attitude [metacognitive level: (4.57±0.34) vs. (2.75±0.72)] (all P<0.001). The teaching satisfaction survey showed that the depth of reflective guidance [(4.62±0.38) vs. (3.15±0.67)] and personalized support [(4.53±0.41) vs. (2.97±0.73)] were scored significantly higher in the research group than in the control group (both P<0.001). The two groups demonstrated no significant differences in basic operation efficiency [(4.25±0.38) vs. (4.20±0.42)] and technical equipment evaluation [(4.60±0.39) vs. (4.55±0.42)] (both P>0.05). Conclusions:Applying Kolb's experiential learning theory to teaching the course of Fundamentals of Surgery not only effectively cultivates the critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities of students, but also significantly enhances their knowledge transfer ability and self-learning awareness through structured reflection tools and personalized training programs. This approach provides an innovative teaching paradigm for the cultivation of surgical clinical talents.
3.Effects of Dex in anesthesia on stress response and brain metabolism and function in elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage
Yifan AN ; Hui QIAO ; Shuting LIANG ; Xiao WANG ; Beibei MAO ; Pengfei LIU
Chinese Journal of Geriatric Heart Brain and Vessel Diseases 2025;27(6):783-787
Objective To determine the effects of dexmedetomidine(Dex)in anesthesia on brain function,cerebral oxygen uptake rate(CERO2),difference in glucose content between cerebral ar-terial and venous blood(A-VDG)and jugular bulb oxygen saturation(SjvO2)and stress response in elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage.Methods A total of 96 elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage admitted to our hospital from January 2021 to June 2024 were recruited,and according to different anesthesia schemes,they were divided into the group A(propofol,remifentanil,sevoflurane combined with rocuronium anesthesia,48 cases)and group B(same anesthesia regimen as group A plus Dex).Glasgow coma(GCS)score and restlessness-sedation score 48 h after operation,postoperative recovery,stress indexes and cerebral glucose and oxygen metabolism before(T1)and at the end of operation(T2),and adverse reactions during the study were compared between the two groups.Results When compared with the group A,the group B had significantly higher GCS score 48 after surgery(13.95±0.28 vs 12.89±0.41,P<0.01),and shorter awakening time,time to regain spontaneous breathing,extubation time and response time(P<0.01).At T2,the levels of CERO2,A-VDG and SjvO2 were notably higher,while levels of cortisol,norepinephrine and epinephrine,and activity of renin were remarkably lower in the group B than the group A(P<0.01).At T2,the both groups obtained increased levels of cortisol,norepinephrine,epinephrine and renin activity and SjvO2,while decreased CERO2 and A-VDG levels than the corresponding levels at T1(P<0.05).The incidences of nausea and vomiting,cough,chills,restlessness and delirium was obviously lower in the group B than the group A(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion For elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage,application of Dex in anesthesia can improve cerebral glucose and oxygen metabo-lism,reduce stress response,maintain the stability of perioperative vital signs,decrease the severi-ty of coma and incidences of delirium,nausea and vomiting,cough,chills,restlessness and other adverse reactions,and thus promote postoperative recovery.
4.Application of Kolb's experiential learning theory in teaching the course of Fundamentals of Surgery
Haoran WANG ; Pengfei QIAO ; Lei YAO
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2025;24(9):1223-1229
Objective:To evaluate the application effectiveness of Kolb's experiential learning theory in teaching the course of Fundamentals of Surgery.Methods:A total of 90 undergraduate clinical medicine students enrolled in 2019 and 2020 at Harbin Medical University were selected as the research subjects. The students enrolled in 2019 were assigned to the control group and those in 2020 to the research group, with 45 students in each group. The control group received traditional teaching, while the research group received a reconstructed teaching mode for the course of Fundamentals of Surgery guided by Kolb's experiential learning theory. The teaching content was designed through a four-stage cycle (specific experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation). The teaching effectiveness was verified using multiple evaluation indicators. The teaching effectiveness was evaluated through teaching evaluation and satisfaction evaluation. The t-test and chi-square test were performed using SPSS 24.0. Results:The research group scored higher than the control group in cognitive transformation [depth of incorrect attribution: (4.53±0.35) vs. (2.90±0.68)], clinical decision-making [reasonable index of surgical choice: (4.05±0.45) vs. (3.25±0.58)], and emotional attitude [metacognitive level: (4.57±0.34) vs. (2.75±0.72)] (all P<0.001). The teaching satisfaction survey showed that the depth of reflective guidance [(4.62±0.38) vs. (3.15±0.67)] and personalized support [(4.53±0.41) vs. (2.97±0.73)] were scored significantly higher in the research group than in the control group (both P<0.001). The two groups demonstrated no significant differences in basic operation efficiency [(4.25±0.38) vs. (4.20±0.42)] and technical equipment evaluation [(4.60±0.39) vs. (4.55±0.42)] (both P>0.05). Conclusions:Applying Kolb's experiential learning theory to teaching the course of Fundamentals of Surgery not only effectively cultivates the critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities of students, but also significantly enhances their knowledge transfer ability and self-learning awareness through structured reflection tools and personalized training programs. This approach provides an innovative teaching paradigm for the cultivation of surgical clinical talents.
5.Effects of Dex in anesthesia on stress response and brain metabolism and function in elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage
Yifan AN ; Hui QIAO ; Shuting LIANG ; Xiao WANG ; Beibei MAO ; Pengfei LIU
Chinese Journal of Geriatric Heart Brain and Vessel Diseases 2025;27(6):783-787
Objective To determine the effects of dexmedetomidine(Dex)in anesthesia on brain function,cerebral oxygen uptake rate(CERO2),difference in glucose content between cerebral ar-terial and venous blood(A-VDG)and jugular bulb oxygen saturation(SjvO2)and stress response in elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage.Methods A total of 96 elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage admitted to our hospital from January 2021 to June 2024 were recruited,and according to different anesthesia schemes,they were divided into the group A(propofol,remifentanil,sevoflurane combined with rocuronium anesthesia,48 cases)and group B(same anesthesia regimen as group A plus Dex).Glasgow coma(GCS)score and restlessness-sedation score 48 h after operation,postoperative recovery,stress indexes and cerebral glucose and oxygen metabolism before(T1)and at the end of operation(T2),and adverse reactions during the study were compared between the two groups.Results When compared with the group A,the group B had significantly higher GCS score 48 after surgery(13.95±0.28 vs 12.89±0.41,P<0.01),and shorter awakening time,time to regain spontaneous breathing,extubation time and response time(P<0.01).At T2,the levels of CERO2,A-VDG and SjvO2 were notably higher,while levels of cortisol,norepinephrine and epinephrine,and activity of renin were remarkably lower in the group B than the group A(P<0.01).At T2,the both groups obtained increased levels of cortisol,norepinephrine,epinephrine and renin activity and SjvO2,while decreased CERO2 and A-VDG levels than the corresponding levels at T1(P<0.05).The incidences of nausea and vomiting,cough,chills,restlessness and delirium was obviously lower in the group B than the group A(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion For elderly patients with hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage,application of Dex in anesthesia can improve cerebral glucose and oxygen metabo-lism,reduce stress response,maintain the stability of perioperative vital signs,decrease the severi-ty of coma and incidences of delirium,nausea and vomiting,cough,chills,restlessness and other adverse reactions,and thus promote postoperative recovery.
6.MRI radiomics combined with ResNet101 deep learning for differentiating lumbar spine brucella spondylitis and spinal metastases
Yupu LI ; Pengfei ZHAO ; Xiaojuan ZHANG ; Zhaojing ZHANG ; Ziyi WANG ; Pengfei QIAO
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2025;41(6):958-962
Objective To observe the value of MRI radiomics combined with ResNet101 deep learning for differentiating lumbar spine brucella spondylitis(BS)and spinal metastases(SM).Methods Seventy-one cases of lumbar spine BS and the same amount of lumbar spine SM patients were retrospectively enrolled in training set,while 33 cases of lumbar spine BS and the same amount of lumbar spine SM patients were enrolled in test set.Clinical features were screened with univariate and multivariate logistic analysis,and a clinical model(Mclinic)was constructed.ROI of lesions were drawn on lumbar sagittal T 2WI,then radiomics features were extracted to construct a radiomics model(Mradiomics).ResNet101 deep learning was integrated with radiomics,then deep learning radiomics features were extracted to construct deep learning radiomics model(MDL+R).Finally a combined model(Mcombined)was constructed through combining clinical features and deep learning radiomics features.The efficacy of the above models for differentiating BS and SM were analyzed.Results Significant differences of patients' age and proportion of fever and accessory involvement were found between BS and SM patients in training and test sets(all P<0.05),and univariate and multivariate logistic analysis showed the latter two were clinical features(both P<0.001).The area under the curve(AUC)of Mclinic for differentiating lumbar spine BS and SM was 0.794 and 0.773 in training set and test set,of Mradiomics was 0.895 and 0.791,of MDL+R was 0.926 and 0.882,while of Mcombined was 0.967 and 0.906,respectively.AUC of Mcombined was the highest in training set(all P<0.05),while in test set,AUC of Mcombined was significantly higher than that of Mclinic and Mradiomics(both P<0.05).Conclusion MRI radiomics combined with ResNet101 deep learning was helpful for differentiating lumbar spine BS and SM.Combining with clinical data could improve its diagnostic efficacy.
7.The role and mechanism of FTO in the occurrence and development of gastrointestinal malignancies and research progress in its applications
Hao CHEN ; Yuanliang LI ; Haogang ZHANG ; Pengfei QIAO
Chinese Journal of General Surgery 2024;33(10):1714-1723
Gastrointestinal malignant tumors are common worldwide,particularly gastric cancer(GC)and colorectal cancer(CRC),with complex and not fully understood molecular mechanisms behind their occurrence and progression.Treatment typically involves a comprehensive approach centered on surgery,which,despite achieving good outcomes,still faces challenges due to high recurrence rates and low survival rates impacting patient health.N6-methyladenosine(m6A)is the most abundant internal modification in mRNAs and plays a crucial role in regulating RNA post-transcriptional modifications and downstream functions.Fat mass and obesity-associated protein(FTO)was the first identified m6A demethylase capable of removing dynamic,reversible m6A modifications.During the development of gastrointestinal malignancies,FTO regulates the expression of specific genes,affecting tumor cell proliferation and metastasis;modulates the expression of tumor-related cytokines and immune-related molecules,influencing the tumor microenvironment;and plays a significant role in sensitivity and resistance to chemotherapy.FTO is upregulated in most types of GC,indicating poor prognosis.High FTO expression enhances GC cell migration and invasion,increases chemoresistance,promotes tumor stem cell proliferation and differentiation,and inhibits apoptosis,thus facilitating GC progression.In CRC,many studies show that FTO is upregulated in tissues and cells,promoting CRC progression by enhancing cell proliferation,migration,invasion,and resistance to chemotherapy.Low FTO expression can also elevate m6Am levels in CRC cell cytoplasmic mRNA,promoting tumor stem cell proliferation,differentiation,tumor formation,and increasing resistance.In contrast,high FTO expression inhibits tumor stem cell proliferation and differentiation.FTO is also upregulated in other gastrointestinal tumors like pancreatic and esophageal cancers,where high expression promotes progression and indicates poor prognosis.FTO has both promoting and inhibitory effects on liver and biliary malignancies.As research confirms FTO's widespread oncogenic role in the gastrointestinal tract,developing FTO inhibitors and related drugs offers new avenues for treating gastrointestinal malignancies.Currently identified agents like CS1,omeprazole,and mupirocin significantly inhibit CRC and GC progression by directly or indirectly suppressing FTO.Tumors can evade immune surveillance through FTO-mediated mechanisms,suggesting that blocking FTO-mediated immune escape and enhancing the antitumor effects of immune cells could provide treatment options for gastrointestinal malignancies.Targeting FTO in combination with immunotherapy to inhibit GC and CRC growth and metastasis and reduce resistance presents broad therapeutic prospects.
8.Intravoxel incoherent motion and dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI for assessing abnormalities of brucellosis spondylitis without conventional MRI changes
Haohua WANG ; Pengfei ZHAO ; Pengfei QIAO
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2024;40(8):1226-1230
Objective To observe the value of intravoxel incoherent motion(IVIM)and dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI(DCE-MRI)for assessing abnormalities of brucellosis spondylitis(BS)without conventional MRI changes.Methods Data of 36 brucellosis patients with definite spinal lesions displayed on conventional MRI(BS1 group),14 cases without brucellosis infection nor abnormal spinal signals on MRI(control group)and 36 brucellosis patients without definite spinal lesions on conventional MRI(BS2 group)were retrospectively analyzed.The values of IVIM parameters,including perfusion fraction(f),pure water diffusion coefficient(D)and pseudo-diffusion coefficient(D*),also of DCE-MRI parameters,including time-intensity curve(TIC)type,volume transport constant(Ktrans),the rate constant(Kep)and volume fraction of extravascular extracellular space per unit tissue volume(Ve)were compared among groups.Univariate and multivariate logistic regression were used to screen independent factors for discriminating BS1 and BS2.Receiver operating characteristic curves were drawn,and the areas under the curve(AUC)were calculated to evaluate the efficiency of the above parameters for discriminating BS1 and BS2.Results Among IVIM parameters,compared with control group,D*values decreased but D values increased in BS1 group,while D*values increased in BS2 group(all adjusted P<0.05).Compared with BS2 group,BS1 group had higher values of f and D and lower D*(all adjusted P<0.05).In BS1 group,the TIC types were predominantly type Ⅰ(23/36,63.89%),which were wholly or predominantly type Ⅲ in BS2 group and control group,and of the former was significantly different with latter 2(both adjusted P<0.05).Compared with control group,Ktrans increased progressively in both BS1 and BS2 groups(both adjusted P<0.05).BS1 group had lower Kep and higher Ve than BS2 and control groups(all adjusted P<0.05).Among univariate logistic regression models,the model including only f had lower capability for discriminating BS1 and BS2(AUC=0.759)than those including D,Ktrans and Ve(AUC=0.951,0.833,0.894,all P<0.05).No significant different was found among multivariate logistic regression model including f and D,model including Ktrans and Ve nor model including all above parameters(all P>0.05).Conclusion Both IVIM and DCE-MRI could be used to evaluate BS abnormality without conventional MRI changes.
9.Application of comprehensive teaching based on multiple evaluation in general surgery practice teaching
Pengfei QIAO ; Haogang ZHANG ; Fujing WANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2023;22(4):573-577
Objective:To explore the practice of comprehensive teaching based on multiple evaluation in general surgery practice teaching.Methods:A total of 83 students were selected from the General Surgery Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University. Among them, 40 interns used traditional teaching (control group) and 43 interns used comprehensive teaching based on multiple evaluation (experimental group). After the teaching, the assessment results of the theoretical knowledge and skill operation of the two groups of interns were evaluated, and the instructor evaluated the comprehensive ability of the interns, and evaluated the teaching satisfaction and teaching feedback results. SPSS 24.0 was used for t-test and Chi-square test. Results:After the teaching, the examination scores of interns' theoretical knowledge and skill operation in the experimental group [(94.24±2.28) points and (92.33±2.58) points] were higher than those in the control group [(90.56±2.37) points and (88.75±2.41) points]. The scores of independent learning ability, independent thinking ability, logical thinking ability, group cooperation ability, and humanistic care ability of interns in the two groups after teaching were significantly higher than those before teaching, and the scores of each ability in the experimental group were higher than those in the control group ( P<0.05). The total satisfaction rate of interns in the experimental group [95.35% (41/43)] was higher than that in the control group [75.00% (30/40)], and the difference was statistically significant ( P<0.05). The experimental group in improving the participation and learning efficiency of interns in teaching activities [97.67% (42/43), 90.70% (39/43)] was significantly higher than the control group [75.00% (30/40), 70.00% (28/40)] ( P<0.05). Conclusion:The application of comprehensive teaching based on multiple evaluation in general surgery practice teaching can help improve the interns' theoretical knowledge and skill operation performance, improve their comprehensive ability and teaching satisfaction, and improve their learning enthusiasm and efficiency, which deserves promotion and application.
10.Imaging findings and related risk factors of small vessel cerebral vascular disease in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Yue MA ; Ning TIE ; Pengfei QIAO ; Sha NI ; Xueying MA
Chinese Journal of Rheumatology 2023;27(9):611-617
Objective:To explore the characteristics of imaging findings and related risk factors of small vessel cerebral vascular disease (CSVD) in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with different disease activity.Methods:One hundred and ninty four SLE patients were included. Patients were divided into three groups according to systemic lupus erythematosus disease activity index (SLEDAI): stable or mild active disease group (0~9 points) ( n=107), moderate active group (10~14 points) ( n=41), severe active group (≥ 15 points) ( n=46). Imaging findings, general clinical information laboratory tests of all patients were collected, and the imaging data were scored according to the small cerebral vessel score scale. CSVD-related risk factors of SLE patients in the three groups were analyzed by using ordered Logistic regression. Results:There were significant differences in TWMH score, TPVS score and CSVD score among the three groups ( H=6.07, 6.00, 9.63, P<0.05). Orderly logistic regression showed that age [ OR(95% CI)=1.119 (1.051, 1.891), P<0.001], HCT [ OR (95% CI)=1.531 (1.158, 2.026), P=0.003], anti-PM-Scl antibody [ OR (95% CI)=17.271 (1.442, 206.851), P=0.025] were risk factors for CSVD in the severe active disease group. RBC [ OR(95% CI)=0.011 (0.001, 0.155), P=0.001]、anti-Rib.p antibody [ OR(95% CI)=0.093 (0.018,0.047), P=0.004] were protective factors for CSVD. Conclusion:The manifestations of CSVD in SLE patients with different disease activity are different, and are affected by age, part of blood indicators and lupus antibodies.

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