BACKGROUND: The available evidence regarding the benefits of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) on patients receiving dialysis with coronary artery disease (CAD) is limited and inconsistent. This study aimed to evaluate the association between PCI and clinical outcomes as compared with medical therapy alone in patients undergoing dialysis with CAD in China. METHODS: This multicenter, retrospective study was conducted in 30 tertiary medical centers across 12 provinces in China from January 2015 to June 2021 to include patients on dialysis with CAD. The primary outcome was major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), defined as a composite of cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, and non-fatal stroke. Secondary outcomes included all-cause death, the individual components of MACE, and Bleeding Academic Research Consortium criteria types 2, 3, or 5 bleeding. Multivariable Cox proportional hazard models were used to assess the association between PCI and outcomes. Inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) and propensity score matching (PSM) were performed to account for potential between-group differences. RESULTS: Of the 1146 patients on dialysis with significant CAD, 821 (71.6%) underwent PCI. After a median follow-up of 23.0 months, PCI was associated with a 43.0% significantly lower risk for MACE (33.9% [ n  = 278] vs . 43.7% [ n  = 142]; adjusted hazards ratio 0.57, 95% confidence interval 0.45-0.71), along with a slightly increased risk for bleeding outcomes that did not reach statistical significance (11.1% vs . 8.3%; adjusted hazards ratio 1.31, 95% confidence interval, 0.82-2.11). Furthermore, PCI was associated with a significant reduction in all-cause and cardiovascular mortalities. Subgroup analysis did not modify the association of PCI with patient outcomes. These primary findings were consistent across IPTW, PSM, and competing risk analyses. CONCLUSION This study indicated that PCI in patients on dialysis with CAD was significantly associated with lower MACE and mortality when comparing with those with medical therapy alone, albeit with a slightly increased risk for bleeding events that did not reach statistical significance.
Humans ; Percutaneous Coronary Intervention/methods* ; Male ; Female ; Coronary Artery Disease/drug therapy* ; Retrospective Studies ; Renal Dialysis/methods* ; Middle Aged ; Aged ; China ; Proportional Hazards Models ; Treatment Outcome

The study was designed to investigate the peripheral anti-inflammatory effect of nicotinamide riboside(NR)in experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis(EAE)mice and its mechanisms.Female C57BL/6 mice were induced by MOG35-55 to prepare EAE model,which then randomly divided into EAE model group and NR treatment group.Mice in EAE model group were given normal saline at a dose of 200 μl/d and mice in NR treatment group were given NR at a dose of 500 mg/kg(200 μl/d)by intragastric administration.Clinical score and body weight of mice in each group were observed and recorded.After mice were sacrificed on the 28th day after immunization,frozen sections of spleen and spinal cord were prepared and proteins of spinal cord were extracted.HE staining was used to detect peripheral inflammatory cells infiltrating spinal cord;immunofluorescence staining was used to detect the number of CD4+T cells and CD68+macrophages in spinal cord of mice;Western blot was used to detect the expression of IFN-γ and IL-1β in spinal cord of mice;immunofluorescence staining was used to detect the number of ROCK-Ⅰ+cells,TLR4+cells,p-NF-κB+cells,TNF-α+cells,IL-1β+cells,IFN-γ+cells,IL-6+cells,IL-10+cells,IL-17+cells,iNOS+cells and Arg-1+cells in spleen of mice.Data showed that compared with EAE model group,NR significantly delayed the onset time of EAE mice(P<0.05),decreased clinical score(P<0.05 or P<0.01),alleviated weight loss,prevented peripheral inflammatory cells from infiltrating spinal cord,decreased the number of CD4+T cells and CD68+macrophages in spinal cord(P<0.01),down-regulated the expression of IFN-γ and IL-1β of spinal cord(P<0.05),inhibited the expression of ROCK-Ⅰ,TLR4 and p-NF-κB in spleen of mice(P<0.01),reduced the secretion of IFN-γ,iNOS,IL-6 and other pro-inflammatory factors in spleen(P<0.05 or P<0.01),and increased the secretion of anti-inflammatory factors Arg-1 and IL-10 in spleen(P<0.05 or P<0.01).In conclusion,NR can effectively alleviate the clinical symptoms of EAE mice and significantly reduce inflammatory response of peripheral and central nervous system,and its mechanism may be related to the inhibition of Rho/ROCK signaling pathway and TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway in spleen of EAE mice.

BACKGROUND:In the initial stage of multiple sclerosis,central immune cells activate and release a large number of inflammatory factors,causing white matter demyelination and even involving gray matter neurons.The equilibrium of differentiation between different subsets of CD4+ T cells plays an important role in the progression of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis.The previous results of the research group showed that the active ingredient astragalus glycoprotein in astragalus can regulate the immune response in experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis mice,and whether it has a regulatory effect on the differentiation of T cell subsets has not been determined. OBJECTIVE:To explore the therapeutic effects and immune regulatory mechanisms of astragaloside IV on experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis mice. METHODS:Female C57BL/6 mice were divided into the normal control group,experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis disease model group,and astragaloside IV treatment group(n=8 per group).Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein peptides 35-55 were used for experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis model induction in the last two groups.On day 10 to 28 after immunization,the astragaloside IV treatment group was treated with 40 mg/kg per day astragaloside IV intragastrically.Body weight and clinical scores of mice in each group were recorded from the immunization day to the 28th day.On the 28th day after immunization,the mouse spinal cord was taken and made into frozen sections for hematoxylin-eosin staining and Lux fast blue staining to observe pathological changes in the spinal cord.Percentage of splenic T cell subsets was detected using flow cytometry.Western blot assay was used to determine the protein expression of interferon-γ,interleukin-17 and interleukin-6 in the spinal cord.Levels of interferon-γ,interleukin-17,interleukin-6 and interleukin-4 in supernatants of cultured splenocytes were determined by ELISA. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)Compared with the experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis disease model group,astragaloside IV could reduce the degree of weight loss in experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis mice(P<0.05),ameliorate clinical symptoms(P<0.05),inhibit the infiltration of inflammatory cells and alleviate myelin loss(P<0.01,P<0.05).(2)Compared with the experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis disease model group,astragaloside IV could inhibit the proportion of CD4+T cell subsets expressing interferon-γ(P<0.001)and interleukin-17(P<0.001),but increase percentages of CD4+ interleukin-10+(P<0.001)and CD4+ transforming growth factor-β+(P<0.01)T cell subsets.(3)Astragaloside IV could inhibit the expression of interferon-γ(P<0.05,P<0.01),interleukin-17(P<0.05,P<0.05),and interleukin-6(P<0.05,P<0.05)in the spinal cord and spleen,and up-regulate the expression of interleukin-4(P<0.01)in spleen.(4)These findings confirm that astragaloside IV alleviates clinical symptoms in experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis mice,which may be related to regulating the splenic T cell subsets,therefore,inhibiting the infiltration of inflammatory cells into the center and reducing the demyelination.

Objective To explore potential genes associated with the pathogenesis of hypospadias using weighted Gene co-expression network analysis(WGCNA).Methods The WGCNA algorithm was used to process the hypospadias-related dataset GSE35034,and then a gene co-expression weight network was constructed to screen the modules with the highest correlation with hypospadias,and the genes in the modules were enriched and detected by gene ontology(GO),Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG).Differential analysis was also performed to screen out differential genes.The differential genes were imported into the String database.Using Cytoscape software,the hub genes in the network were identified.The results screened by the above three methods were combined and analyzed,and the core genes in the intersection set were screened.Using the external dataset GSE121712,the core genes were verified by mRNA expression changes and subject work characterization receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve diagnosis.Results Fifteen co-expression modules were obtained based on the WGCNA method.Ninety-three common differential genes meeting the conditions were obtained by differential analysis.Ten core genes were finally obtained by Cytoscape software analysis.Finally MEbrown module,differential genes and the 10 core genes yielded a total of 2 intersecting genes:FBXL16 and SYNDIG1.ROC curves verified that the intersecting genes were differentially expressed in patients with hypospadias versus normal subjects.Conclusion In this study,two key genes with significant correlation with hypospadias were obtained by WGCNA,which may be used for the early diagnosis and treatment of hypospadias after further study.

Breast augmentation using polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAHG) was widely used in China. We present the first case of delayed breast inflammation after 2019 novel coronavirus(2019-nCoV) infection in a patient who recieved breast augmentation with PAHG 20 years ago, without any other predispositions. The 45-year-old female patient complained of severe breast swelling and pain three weeks after 2019-nCoV infection. The swelling extended from the upper clavicle to the upper abdomen. Delayed inflammation reaction was diagnosed, followed by emergency surgery. During the surgery, the injected material was observed to gush out in a form of greenish and thin paste, with a foul odor. The wound had extensive diffuse oozing and hemoglobin decreased significantly. The patient was discharged one week after surgery. During a three-month follow-up, she experienced weakness and fatigue with no complications. There are still many unknown areas of the impact of 2019-nCoV on human foreign bodies and immune system, which is diverse and complex. Reporting various possible symptoms and mechanisms is conducive to improving the level of awareness and intervention of plastic surgeons.

Breast augmentation using polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAHG) was widely used in China. We present the first case of delayed breast inflammation after 2019 novel coronavirus(2019-nCoV) infection in a patient who recieved breast augmentation with PAHG 20 years ago, without any other predispositions. The 45-year-old female patient complained of severe breast swelling and pain three weeks after 2019-nCoV infection. The swelling extended from the upper clavicle to the upper abdomen. Delayed inflammation reaction was diagnosed, followed by emergency surgery. During the surgery, the injected material was observed to gush out in a form of greenish and thin paste, with a foul odor. The wound had extensive diffuse oozing and hemoglobin decreased significantly. The patient was discharged one week after surgery. During a three-month follow-up, she experienced weakness and fatigue with no complications. There are still many unknown areas of the impact of 2019-nCoV on human foreign bodies and immune system, which is diverse and complex. Reporting various possible symptoms and mechanisms is conducive to improving the level of awareness and intervention of plastic surgeons.

Objective:By analyzing the clinical phenotypic characteristics and gene sequences of two patients with Treacher Collins syndrome（TCS）, the biological causes of the disease were determined. Then discuss the therapeutic effect of hearing intervention after bone bridge implantation. Methods:All clinical data of the two family members were collected, and the patients signed the informed consent. The peripheral blood of the proband and family members was extracted, DNA was extracted for whole exome sequencing, and Sanger sequencing was performed on the family members for the mutation site.TCOF1genetic mutations analysis was performed on the paitents. Then, the hearing threshold and speech recognition rate of family 2 proband were evaluated and compared under the sound field between bare ear and wearing bone bridge. Results:In the two pedigrees, the probands of both families presented with auricle deformity, zygomatic and mandibular hypoplasia, micrognathia, hypotropia of the eye fissure, and hypoplasia of the medial eyelashes. The proband of Family 1 also presents with specific features including right-sided narrow anterior nasal aperture and dental hypoplasia, which were consistent with the clinical diagnosis of Treacher Collins syndrome. Genetic testing was conducted on both families, and two heterozygous mutations were identified in the TCOF1 gene: c. 1350_1351dupGG（p. A451Gfs*43） and c. 4362_4366del（p. K1457Efs*12）, resulting in frameshift mutations in the amino acid sequence. Sanger sequencing validation of the TCOF1 gene in the parents of the proband in Family 1 did not detect any mutations. Proband 1 TCOF1 c. 1350_1351dupGG heterozygous variants have not been reported previously. The postoperative monosyllabic speech recognition rate of family 2 proband was 76%, the Categories of Auditory Performance（CAP） score was 6, and the Speech Intelligibility Rating（SIR） score was 4. Assessment using the Meaningful Auditory Integration Scale（MAIS） showed notable improvement in the patient's auditory perception, comprehension, and usage of hearing aids. Evaluation using the Glasgow Children's Benefit Inventory and quality of life assessment revealed significant improvements in the child's self care abilities, daily living and learning, social interactions, and psychological well being, as perceived by the parents. Conclusion:This study has elucidated the biological cause of Treacher Collins syndrome, enriched the spectrum of TCOF1 gene mutations in the Chinese population, and demonstrated that bone bridge implantation can improve the auditory and speech recognition rates in TCS patients.
Child ; Humans ; Mandibulofacial Dysostosis/genetics* ; Quality of Life ; Speech ; Parents ; Mutation ; Nuclear Proteins/genetics* ; Phosphoproteins/genetics*

Tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) are the main immune cells in the tumor microenvironment, mainly divided into M1 type macrophages which are pro-inflammatory and anti-tumor and M2 type macrophages that are anti-inflammatory and can promote the growth of tumor. M2 macrophages play a crucial role in the occurrence, development and metastasis of tumor, are often closely related to poor prognosis, and have become an important target of tumor immunotherapy. Nanomedicine can achieve specific targeting of TAMs and improve drug safety. Therefore, the use of nanomedicine to regulate TAMs has broad application prospects. Using nanoparticles to deplete TAMs, inhibit their recruitment or reprogram M2 macrophages into M1 macrophages, or using TAMs to deliver nanomedicine has shown great potential for clinical application. In this paper, the role of TAMs-based nanomedicine in tumor immunotherapy was elaborated, and the existing problems and suggestions were discussed.

Toxoplasma gondii is an obligate intracellular parasite and causes serious harm to human and ani-mal health.In recent years,a large amount of research has been conducted on the immunological mechanism of toxo-plasmosis,especially in the immune privileged regions of the host,such as brain,eyes,and placenta.This review summaries the immunological mechanism required for resistance to toxoplasmosis,which may provide a valuable ref-erence for the diagnosis,treatment,and prevention studies.

Objective:To explore the effect of adaptive nursing based on one point and two sources on the psychological resilience and self-care of patients with arrhythmia.Methods:From December 2020 to May 2021, patients with arrhythmias in Beijing Anzhen Hospital affiliated to Capital Medical University were selected by convenience sampling as research objects. The patients admitted from December 2020 to February 2021 were set in the control group ( n=163) , and the patients admitted from March to May 2021 were set in the observation group ( n=175) . The control group received routine nursing, while the observation group received adaptive nursing based on one point and two sources on the basis of the control group. The scores of the Chinese version of Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) and Exercise of Self-care Agency (ESEA) were compared between the two groups before and after intervention. Results:Before the intervention, there were no significant differences in the scores of CD-RISC and ESEA between the two groups ( P>0.05) . After intervention, the scores of CD-RISC and ESEA in the observation group were statistically higher than those in the control group ( P<0.01) . Conclusions:Adaptive nursing based on one point and two sources can effectively improve the psychological resilience of patients with arrhythmia, and improve their self-care, which is worth popularizing in clinical practice.