1.Stress and morphological characteristics of intervertebral foramen of cervical rotation-traction manipulation for treating cervical spondylotic radiculopathy:a three-dimensional finite element analysis
Xu WANG ; Haimei WANG ; Songhao CHEN ; Tianxiao FENG ; Hanmei BU ; Liguo ZHU ; Duanduan CHEN ; Xu WEI
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(3):441-447
BACKGROUND:Cervical rotation-traction manipulation is effective and safe in the treatment of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy,and has been widely used in clinical work.However,its effects on the biomechanics of cervical vertebra and intervertebral disc and the area of intervertebral foramen have not been systematically clarified. OBJECTIVE:Based on the finite element analysis technique,a relevant research and analysis were carried out to provide digital evidence for the mechanism of effect of cervical rotation-traction manipulation in the treatment of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy. METHODS:The CT image data of a volunteer with no neck diseases were selected as the finite element model material at its left-handed physiological limit position.The initial construction of the finite element model was completed by Mimics 19.0 software,Geomagic Studio 2013 software,Hypermash 14.0 software,and ANSYS Workbench 2020 R2 software,respectively.Based on the literature,the grid division of cervical structure and the assignment of elastic modulus and elastic coefficient were completed.Based on the previous work of the team,the mechanical effects of cervical rotation-traction manipulation were simulated on the model.Effects of cervical rotation-traction manipulation on the mechanical parameters of each vertebral body and intervertebral disc in C3-T1 segment and on the cervical lateral foramen area were analyzed. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)During cervical rotation-traction manipulation,the stress of bone structure was significantly higher than that of soft tissue such as intervertebral disc.(2)When operating the technique,the stress at the top of each cervical vertebra was higher,the stress at the bottom was lower,and the stress at the facet joint and transverse process was lower.The stress at the top of the intervertebral disc was lower,the stress at the bottom was higher,but the highest point of the intervertebral disc stress was outside the top.(3)In addition,after loading the lifting force,the projected area of the C6/C7 intervertebral foramen increased significantly compared with that before loading.(4)It is indicated that the cervical rotation-traction manipulation has the mechanical characteristics of changing the stress structure of the cervical spine itself,and can expand the C6/7 intervertebral cervical foramen area on the opposite side of the patient's cervical rotation,so as to achieve the purpose of treating cervical spondylotic radiculopathy.
2.Economic evaluations of postoperative complications after colorectal cancer surgery
Tianxiao WEI ; Tingfei GU ; Zhouqiao WU ; Fei SHAN ; Ziyu LI ; Jiafu JI
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(1):41-47
Objective:This study aims to analyze the economic impact of postoperative complications after colorectal cancer surgery.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted. Patients with a preoperative pathological diagnosis of colorectal cancer who met surgical indications and underwent surgical treatment were included, while those with incomplete hospitalization cost data were excluded. From March 2017 to March 2022, three hundred and ninety-two colorectal cancer patients treated at Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute Gastrointestinal Cancer Center I, were enrolled. Descriptive statistics were performed on the incidence of complications, hospitalization costs, and postoperative length of stay. A cohort was established based on the presence of postoperative complications (POC) and absence of postoperative complications (non-POC) to study economic differences. Propensity score matching analysis was employed to reduce potential confounding factors.Results:Among 392 colorectal cancer patients, 90 (23.0%) developed POC (POC group), while 302 were in the non-POC group. Significant statistical differences were found between the two groups in terms of operation duration, extent of resection, and stoma creation (all P < 0.05); other baseline indicators showed no significant differences (all P>0.05). The median hospitalization cost for patients with postoperative anastomotic leakage was 115 973 yuan, an increase of 38 941 yuan (50.5%) over the non-POC group's 77 059 yuan; the median hospitalization cost for patients with mechanical obstruction was 111 477 yuan, an increase of 34 418 yuan (44.7%) over the non-POC group; and the median hospitalization cost for patients with wound infection was 95 860 yuan, an increase of 18 801 yuan (24.4%) over the non-POC group. The median postoperative length of stay for patients with anastomotic leakage, mechanical obstruction, and wound infection was 22.0 days, 22.0 days, and 18.5 days, respectively, compared to 9.0 days in the non-POC group, extending by 13.0 days, 13.0 days, and 9.5 days. After propensity score matching, each group had 68 patients, and there were no statistically significant differences in preoperative and intraoperative observations between the two groups (all P>0.05); compared to the non-POC group, the hospitali- zation costs in the POC group significantly increased (89 165 yuan vs. 75 437 yuan, P<0.001), and the postoperative length of stay also significantly extended (14.0 days vs. 8.0 days, P<0.001). Conclusions:The occurrence of POC after colorectal cancer surgery significantly increases hospitalization costs and length of stay. This study provides specific and accurate reference data for subsequent health economic decision-making. This is the first detailed economic impact analysis of postoperative complications of colorectal cancer with a large sample size, which includes an economic impact analysis for each POC and subgroup.
3.Insecticide resistance status and resistance gene mutation analysis of Aedes albopictus, the vector of dengue fever in Hangzhou in 2023
Binbin JIN ; Lingya WEI ; Tianxiao DUAN ; Yinghong WANG ; Hui JIN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(8):626-631
Objective:To study the resistance of Aedes albopictus to commonly used insecticides in Hangzhou, and to investigate the polymorphism distribution characteristics of voltage-gated sodium channel (VGSC) and acetylcholinesterase (AchE) 1 (Ace-1) genes in Aedes albopictus in the region, providing a scientific basis for control of Aedes albopictus in Hangzhou. Methods:From May to June 2023, Aedes albopictus larvae and pupae were collected from residential areas across divided different urban areas by directions in Hangzhou. They were reared in the laboratory, and their resistance to malathion, propoxur, pyrethroid insecticides (permethrin, deltamethrin, and beta-cypermethrin) was evaluated using the World Health Organization-recommended adult mosquito contact tube method. The 24 h mortality rates of adult mosquito of 98% - 100% was susceptible, 80% - < 98% was suspected resistance, < 80% was resistant. Genomic DNA was extracted from adult Aedes albopictus, and mutations in the VGSC and Ace-1 genes were detected through PCR amplification and Sanger sequencing. Results:The 24 h mortality rates of adult Aedes albopictus exposed to 0.5% malathion, 0.05% propoxur, 0.4% permethrin, 0.03% deltamethrin, and 0.08% beta-cypermethrin in Hangzhou were 100% (75/75), 96.00% (72/75), 41.43% (29/70), 17.33% (13/75), and 32.86% (23/70), respectively. A total of 146 surviving Aedes albopictus were tested for VGSC gene mutations at diagnostic doses of pyrethroid insecticides. Among them, 6 Aedes albopictus (4.11%) had a gene mutation at position V1016, and 146 Aedes albopictus (100%) had a gene mutation at position F1534. A total of 63 Aedes albopictus that died at diagnostic doses of pyrethroid insecticides were analyzed for VGSC gene mutations. No gene mutation was detected at position V1016, while 63 Aedes albopictus (100%) had a gene mutation at position F1534. One non synonymous mutation was detected at position V1016 of the VGSC gene, which was a heterozygous mutation of V1016V to V1016V/G. Two non synonymous mutations were detected at position F1534 of the VGSC gene, namely F1534F to F1534S or a F1534F/S heterozygous mutation. No Ace-1 gene mutation was detected in all Aedes albopictus exposed to 0.05% propoxur ( n = 75). Conclusions:The Aedes albopictus in Hangzhou has developed resistance to permethrin, deltamethrin, and beta-cypermethrin. It shows suspected resistance to propoxur and sensitivity to malathion. Moreover, a high frequency of mutations in the VGSC gene has been observed in these mosquitoes. It is crucial to enhance resistance monitoring in Aedes albopictus populations in Hangzhou and to implement the rational rotation of chemical insecticides to slow down the progress of drug resistance.
4.Economic evaluations of postoperative complications after colorectal cancer surgery
Tianxiao WEI ; Tingfei GU ; Zhouqiao WU ; Fei SHAN ; Ziyu LI ; Jiafu JI
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(1):41-47
Objective:This study aims to analyze the economic impact of postoperative complications after colorectal cancer surgery.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted. Patients with a preoperative pathological diagnosis of colorectal cancer who met surgical indications and underwent surgical treatment were included, while those with incomplete hospitalization cost data were excluded. From March 2017 to March 2022, three hundred and ninety-two colorectal cancer patients treated at Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute Gastrointestinal Cancer Center I, were enrolled. Descriptive statistics were performed on the incidence of complications, hospitalization costs, and postoperative length of stay. A cohort was established based on the presence of postoperative complications (POC) and absence of postoperative complications (non-POC) to study economic differences. Propensity score matching analysis was employed to reduce potential confounding factors.Results:Among 392 colorectal cancer patients, 90 (23.0%) developed POC (POC group), while 302 were in the non-POC group. Significant statistical differences were found between the two groups in terms of operation duration, extent of resection, and stoma creation (all P < 0.05); other baseline indicators showed no significant differences (all P>0.05). The median hospitalization cost for patients with postoperative anastomotic leakage was 115 973 yuan, an increase of 38 941 yuan (50.5%) over the non-POC group's 77 059 yuan; the median hospitalization cost for patients with mechanical obstruction was 111 477 yuan, an increase of 34 418 yuan (44.7%) over the non-POC group; and the median hospitalization cost for patients with wound infection was 95 860 yuan, an increase of 18 801 yuan (24.4%) over the non-POC group. The median postoperative length of stay for patients with anastomotic leakage, mechanical obstruction, and wound infection was 22.0 days, 22.0 days, and 18.5 days, respectively, compared to 9.0 days in the non-POC group, extending by 13.0 days, 13.0 days, and 9.5 days. After propensity score matching, each group had 68 patients, and there were no statistically significant differences in preoperative and intraoperative observations between the two groups (all P>0.05); compared to the non-POC group, the hospitali- zation costs in the POC group significantly increased (89 165 yuan vs. 75 437 yuan, P<0.001), and the postoperative length of stay also significantly extended (14.0 days vs. 8.0 days, P<0.001). Conclusions:The occurrence of POC after colorectal cancer surgery significantly increases hospitalization costs and length of stay. This study provides specific and accurate reference data for subsequent health economic decision-making. This is the first detailed economic impact analysis of postoperative complications of colorectal cancer with a large sample size, which includes an economic impact analysis for each POC and subgroup.
5.Insecticide resistance status and resistance gene mutation analysis of Aedes albopictus, the vector of dengue fever in Hangzhou in 2023
Binbin JIN ; Lingya WEI ; Tianxiao DUAN ; Yinghong WANG ; Hui JIN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(8):626-631
Objective:To study the resistance of Aedes albopictus to commonly used insecticides in Hangzhou, and to investigate the polymorphism distribution characteristics of voltage-gated sodium channel (VGSC) and acetylcholinesterase (AchE) 1 (Ace-1) genes in Aedes albopictus in the region, providing a scientific basis for control of Aedes albopictus in Hangzhou. Methods:From May to June 2023, Aedes albopictus larvae and pupae were collected from residential areas across divided different urban areas by directions in Hangzhou. They were reared in the laboratory, and their resistance to malathion, propoxur, pyrethroid insecticides (permethrin, deltamethrin, and beta-cypermethrin) was evaluated using the World Health Organization-recommended adult mosquito contact tube method. The 24 h mortality rates of adult mosquito of 98% - 100% was susceptible, 80% - < 98% was suspected resistance, < 80% was resistant. Genomic DNA was extracted from adult Aedes albopictus, and mutations in the VGSC and Ace-1 genes were detected through PCR amplification and Sanger sequencing. Results:The 24 h mortality rates of adult Aedes albopictus exposed to 0.5% malathion, 0.05% propoxur, 0.4% permethrin, 0.03% deltamethrin, and 0.08% beta-cypermethrin in Hangzhou were 100% (75/75), 96.00% (72/75), 41.43% (29/70), 17.33% (13/75), and 32.86% (23/70), respectively. A total of 146 surviving Aedes albopictus were tested for VGSC gene mutations at diagnostic doses of pyrethroid insecticides. Among them, 6 Aedes albopictus (4.11%) had a gene mutation at position V1016, and 146 Aedes albopictus (100%) had a gene mutation at position F1534. A total of 63 Aedes albopictus that died at diagnostic doses of pyrethroid insecticides were analyzed for VGSC gene mutations. No gene mutation was detected at position V1016, while 63 Aedes albopictus (100%) had a gene mutation at position F1534. One non synonymous mutation was detected at position V1016 of the VGSC gene, which was a heterozygous mutation of V1016V to V1016V/G. Two non synonymous mutations were detected at position F1534 of the VGSC gene, namely F1534F to F1534S or a F1534F/S heterozygous mutation. No Ace-1 gene mutation was detected in all Aedes albopictus exposed to 0.05% propoxur ( n = 75). Conclusions:The Aedes albopictus in Hangzhou has developed resistance to permethrin, deltamethrin, and beta-cypermethrin. It shows suspected resistance to propoxur and sensitivity to malathion. Moreover, a high frequency of mutations in the VGSC gene has been observed in these mosquitoes. It is crucial to enhance resistance monitoring in Aedes albopictus populations in Hangzhou and to implement the rational rotation of chemical insecticides to slow down the progress of drug resistance.
6.Impact and intervention of postoperative complications after gastric cancer surgery from a health economics perspective
Tianxiao WEI ; Zhouqiao WU ; Jiafu JI
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2024;27(5):516-520
Gastric cancer ranks as the third most prevalent malignant tumor in our nation, imposing a substantial health and economic burden. The occurrence of postoperative complications in gastric cancer not only hinders patient recovery but also significantly increases the medical expenditures of patients, contributing supplementary health economic challenges to both society and healthcare institutions. Conducting health economic analysis on postoperative complications in gastric cancer provides evidence for the formulation of health policies, offers guidance for hospital cost control, and furnishes economic insights for the development of new technologies in the prevention and treatment of complications. This paper, through a thorough review of domestic and international literature, comprehensively examines the impact of complication severity on healthcare expenses, delineates the principal contributors to healthcare costs in patients with postoperative complications, and proposes practical strategies to alleviate the health economic burden resulting from such complications. Furthermore, this study delves into and analyzes the health economic considerations associated with postoperative complications within the framework of the Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG) billing model.
7.Interpretation of key points of International Framework for Examination of the Cervical Region for potential of vascular pathologies of the neck prior to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy(OMT)Intervention:International IFOMPT Cervical Framework
Tianxiao FENG ; Hanmei BU ; Xu WANG ; Liguo ZHU ; Xu WEI
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2024;28(9):1420-1425
BACKGROUND:The evaluation and management of cervical vascular pathologies before orthopedic manual therapy have great significance for reducing risks,ensuring patients'interests and promoting optimal clinical decision-making.However,the research and exploration of this field in China are still in its infancy.In 2020,the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists(IFOMPT)released the International Framework for Examination of the Cervical Region for potential of vascular pathologies of the neck prior to Orthopaedic Manual Therapy(OMT)Intervention:International IFOMPT Cervical Framework(2020).This framework has important references and guiding values for the clinical practice of cervical manipulation in China. OBJECTIVE:To integrate and interpret the core content of the framework,to provide a reference for the clinical practice of cervical manual therapy in China. METHODS:On the basis of a full study of the framework,the authors interpret the core content of the framework from eight aspects including clinical reasoning,patient history,planning the physical examination,physical examination,risk and benefit.Meanwhile,seven databases including PubMed,EMbase,Cochrane Library,CNKI,WanFang,VIP and China Biomedical Literature Service System databases were searched by computer to screen clinical practice guidelines and expert consensus on neck pain.Through longitudinal comparison of multiple high-quality guidelines and consensus,the authors combine with the clinical practice in China to carry out discussion and analysis. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:This framework expounds the management strategy and implementation path of cervical vascular disease evaluation before cervical manipulation from multiple dimensions,suggesting that we should improve clinicians'attention to cervical vascular disease evaluation before manipulation,and construct evaluation criteria and implementation path with Chinese clinical characteristics.Meanwhile,we should further carry out basic scientific research with multidisciplinary techniques and promote shared decision-making and teaching model innovation to achieve the best clinical decision.
8.Impact and intervention of postoperative complications after gastric cancer surgery from a health economics perspective
Tianxiao WEI ; Zhouqiao WU ; Jiafu JI
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2024;27(5):516-520
Gastric cancer ranks as the third most prevalent malignant tumor in our nation, imposing a substantial health and economic burden. The occurrence of postoperative complications in gastric cancer not only hinders patient recovery but also significantly increases the medical expenditures of patients, contributing supplementary health economic challenges to both society and healthcare institutions. Conducting health economic analysis on postoperative complications in gastric cancer provides evidence for the formulation of health policies, offers guidance for hospital cost control, and furnishes economic insights for the development of new technologies in the prevention and treatment of complications. This paper, through a thorough review of domestic and international literature, comprehensively examines the impact of complication severity on healthcare expenses, delineates the principal contributors to healthcare costs in patients with postoperative complications, and proposes practical strategies to alleviate the health economic burden resulting from such complications. Furthermore, this study delves into and analyzes the health economic considerations associated with postoperative complications within the framework of the Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG) billing model.
9.Detection of resistance and knock down resistance gene mutation of Culex pipiens pallens to pyrethroid insecticides in Hangzhou City
Binbin JIN ; Lingya WEI ; Tianxiao DUAN ; Bing WANG ; Hui JIN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2024;43(7):523-527
Objective:To investigate the resistance of Culex pipiens pallens to pyrethroid insecticides in Hangzhou City, and explore the mutation of knock down resistance (kdr) gene of Culex pipiens pallens, providing scientific basis for control of Culex pipiens pallens in the region. Methods:In September 2022, larvae and pupae of Culex pipiens pallens were collected from various locations at national monitoring sites in Shangcheng District and Gongshu District of Hangzhou City. They were bred in the laboratory and their resistance to three commonly used pyrethroid insecticides (permethrin, deltamethrin and beta-cypermethrin) was determined using the adult mosquito contact tube method and larval immersion method recommended by the World Health Organization. The genomic DNA was extracted from individual adult mosquito, and kdr gene mutation was detected via PCR amplification and Sanger sequencing. Results:The 24-hour mortality rates of adult mosquitoes of Culex pipiens pallens exposed to 0.25% permethrin, 0.025% deltamethrin, and 0.025% beta-cypermethrin were 20.00% (15/75), 17.33% (13/75), and 18.67% (14/75), respectively, indicating resistance. The resistance ratios of Culex pipiens pallens larvae to permethrin, deltamethrin, and beta-cypermethrin were 27.08, 341.00, and 15.88, respectively. Among 183 adult mosquitoes that survived under the diagnostic doses of pyrethroid insecticides, 180 mosquitoes (98.36%) had mutation at the L1014 site of the kdr gene. Among 42 adult mosquitoes that died under the diagnostic doses of pyrethroid insecticides, 5 mosquitoes (11.90%) had L1014 mutation in the kdr gene. Conclusions:Culex pipiens pallens in Hangzhou City has developed varying degrees of resistance to permethrin, deltamethrin and beta-cypermethrin, with a high frequency of kdr gene mutation in resistant mosquitoes. We should strengthen the monitoring of the resistance of Culex pipiens pallens in Hangzhou City and use chemical insecticides reasonably.
10.Ecological surveillance result of flies and resistance of Musca domestica to commonly used insecticides in Hangzhou, 2023
Binbin JIN ; Lingya WEI ; Jiabao XU ; Tianxiao DUAN ; Yinghong WANG ; Hui JIN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2024;43(11):916-921
Objective:To investigate the distribution and seasonal fluctuations of flies in Hangzhou, study the resistance of Musca domestica ( M. domestica) to five commonly used sanitary insecticides and changing patterns in Hangzhou and provide a basis for scientific control of flies. Methods:From April to November 2023, the cage trap method was used for ecological monitoring of flies. From May to June 2023, the swing net method was used to collect M. domestica from various districts (counties and cities) in Hangzhou. After indoor breeding, the resistance of F1 generation female adult flies to five commonly used sanitary insecticides was determined using the micro-drop method. Probit regression model was used to calculate the median lethal dose (LD 50), 95% confidence interval ( CI) and virulence regression equation. Results:In 2023, the fly density in Hangzhou was 5.99 flies/cage, with a higher density of flies belonging to the Sarcophagus family (2.39 flies/cage), making it the dominant fly species in Hangzhou. Among different monitoring points, the fly density in Linping District was relatively high (20.97 flies/cage). In different habitats, the fly density in agricultural markets was relatively high (fly density from April to November: 2.86, 5.39, 8.86, 16.86, 31.32, 6.39, 3.75 and 1.89 flies/cage). The seasonal fluctuation of fly density showed a unimodal pattern, with the higher density in August (13.45 flies/cage). The M. domestica population in Hangzhou was sensitive to dichlorvos [resistance ratio ( RR): 3.08 times]. Different degrees of resistance were developed to propoxur, deltamethrin, beta-cypermethrin, and beta-cyhalothrin. The degree of resistance from high to low was propoxur (> 336.36 times), beta-cypermethrin (906.61 times), beta-cyhalothrin (432.29 times), and deltamethrin (72.56 times). Based on the monitoring results from 2003 to 2023, the RR of dichlorvos reached the higher level in 2008 (33.47 times) and gradually decreased to a sensitive level. The resistance level of propoxur had been at an extremely high level over the years. Three types of pyrethroid insecticides all had high resistance. Conclusions:The species of flies in the Sarcophagus family are the dominant population in Hangzhou, and M. domestica has developed high resistance to four commonly used insecticides except for dichlorvos. The use of physical control techniques is advocated to reduce the use of chemical pesticides, and prevent the continuous increase of resistance in M. domestica.

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