BACKGROUND:Degenerative scoliosis is defined as a condition that occurs in adulthood with a coronal cobb angle of the spine>10° accompanied by sagittal deformity and rotational subluxation,which often produces symptoms of spinal cord and nerve compression,such as lumbar pain,lower limb pain,numbness,weakness,and neurogenic claudication.The finite element method is a mechanical analysis technique for computer modelling,which can be used for spinal mechanics research by building digital models that can realistically restore the human spine model and design modifications. OBJECTIVE:To review the application of finite element method in the etiology and treatment of degenerative scoliosis. METHODS:The literature databases CNKI,PubMed,and Web of Science were searched for articles on the application of finite element method in degenerative scoliosis published before October 2023.Search terms were"finite element analysis,biomechanics,stress analysis,degenerative scoliosis,adult spinal deformity"in Chinese and English.Fifty-four papers were finally included. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)The biomechanical findings from the degenerative scoliosis model constructed using the finite element method were identical to those from the in vivo experimental studies,which proves that the finite element method has a high practical value in degenerative scoliosis.(2)The study of the etiology and treatment of degenerative scoliosis by the finite element method is conducive to the prevention of the occurrence of the scoliosis,slowing down the progress of the scoliosis,the development of a more appropriate treatment plan,the reduction of complications,and the promotion of the patients'surgical operation.(3)The finite element method has gradually evolved from a single bony structure to the inclusion of soft tissues such as muscle ligaments,and the small sample content is increasingly unable to meet the research needs.(4)The finite element method has much room for exploration in degenerative scoliosis.

OBJECTIVE To analyze the clinical data of the immunocompromised patients complicated with Pneumo-cystis jirovecii pneumonia(PJP)and explore the values of G test and lymphocyte subsets in diagnosis of the PJP in the immunocompromised patients.METHODS A total of 78 immunocompromised patients who were treated in respiratory intensive care unit of the First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University from Jan.2019 to Dec.2021 wee recruited as the research subjects,39 of whom had PJP and were assigned as the PJP group,39 did not have PJP and were assigned as the non-PJP group.The clinical data were compared between the two groups.The values of the clinical laboratory test indexes in diagnosis of PJP in the immunocompromised patients were analyzed by means of receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curves.RESULTS The mortality rate of the PJP group was higher than that of the non-PJP group(P＜0.05).There were significant differences in the white blood cell(WBC)counts,neutrophils(Neu)counts,platelet distribution width(PDW),procalcitonin(PCT),C-reac-tive protein(CRP)and GM test between the PJP group and the non-PJP group;the G test was(1843.59±1621.41)pg/ml in the PJP group,(87.15±111.01)pg/ml in the non-PJP group;the percentage of CD8 lympho-cyte was(36.22±19.34)％in the PJP group,(25.99±13.10)％in the non-PJP group,and there were significant differences(P＜0.05).The areas under the curves(AUCs)of the G test and the percentage of CD8 lymphocyte were respectively 0.981 and 0.714 in diagnosis of PJP in the immunocompromised patients,and the cutoff values were 368.40 pg/ml and 31.30％,respectively.CONCLUSIONS It is necessary for the clinicians to pay great attention to the high mortality rate of the immunocompromised patients complicated with severe pneumonia.The G test and the percentage of CD8 lymphocyte have certain values in diagnosis of PJP in the immunocompromised patients.

BACKGROUND:The highest incidence of spinal fracture is in the thoracolumbar segment,and its symptoms are back pain,posterior convexity deformity,activity limitation,or with spinal cord nerve injury causing lower limb pain,numbness,and even paraplegia and other complications.The finite element method is a digital computer modeling technique,which can simulate the physical model and carry out force analysis realistically.OBJECTIVE:To review the application of finite element method in thoracolumbar spine fractures.METHODS:We searched the Chinese and English literature databases PubMed,Web of Science,and CNKI for relevant literature on the application of the finite element analysis method in spinal thoracolumbar fracture published before March 2024.The search terms in Chinese and English were:finite element analysis methods,biomechanical phenomena,stress analysis,thoracolumbar fractures,spinal fractures.Finally,55 papers were included.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)The exploration of thoracolumbar fractures caused by different etiologies(osteoporotic,traumatic,and pathological)through the finite element method is conducive to a deeper understanding of the biomechanics of various types of thoracolumbar fractures,and to improve the individualized and fine-tuned treatment of thoracolumbar fractures.(2)The finite element analysis of a single sample or a small number of samples has the chance,and a larger number of samples are required for the future finite element analysis to reduce the chance caused by the sample.(3)The rigid structure of bones alone cannot meet the biomechanical working conditions of the integrity of the physical object,and future finite element models need to incorporate all the structures of the physical object(e.g.,soft tissues,such as muscles and ligaments)as far as possible.(4)The finite element method has been used in more studies on osteoporotic and traumatic thoracolumbar spine fractures,which will need to be more in-depth in the future,and less in the field of pathologic thoracolumbar fractures,which has a wider scope for future research.

Homo- or heterodimeric compounds that affect dimeric protein function through interaction between monomeric moieties and protein subunits can serve as valuable sources of potent and selective drug candidates. Here, we screened an in-house dimeric natural product collection, and panepocyclinol A (PecA) emerged as a selective and potent STAT3 inhibitor with profound anti-tumor efficacy. Through cross-linking C712/C718 residues in separate STAT3 monomers with two distinct Michael receptors, PecA inhibits STAT3 DNA binding affinity and transcription activity. Molecular dynamics simulation reveals the key conformation changes of STAT3 dimers upon the di-covalent binding with PecA that abolishes its DNA interactions. Furthermore, PecA exhibits high efficacy against anaplastic large T cell lymphoma in vitro and in vivo, especially those with constitutively activated STAT3 or STAT3^Y640F. In summary, our study describes a distinct and effective di-covalent modification for the dimeric compound PecA to disrupt STAT3 function.

Objective To investigate and analyze the epidemiological characteristics and the causes of a suspected outbreak of carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii(CRAB)infection,and provide basis for healthcare-asso-ciated infection(HAI)prevention and control.Methods Information of 3 patients with CRAB positive culture from the respiratory intensive care unit(RICU)of a hospital in May 2024 was collected.Microbiological sampling was performed in patients' ward environment,and the specimens were cultured and strains were identified.CRAB strains detected from the environment and patients were performed whole genome sequencing(WGS).Multiple de-partments jointly formulated and implemented comprehensive infection control measures,and the effectiveness were evaluated.Results CRAB was cultured from specimens of sputum and bedside office mice of 3 patients.WGS de-tection showed that ST2158 and ST1791 resistance genes were detected from both sputum and bedside office mice of 2 patients.After comprehensive assessment,2 patients were confirmed with HAI and 1 patient was confirmed with colonization,ruling out an outbreak of HAI.A total of 24 environmental specimens were taken for environmental hygiene monitoring,with a CRAB detection rate of 58.33％.CRAB detected from bedside mice and patients' spu-tum specimen had consistent CRAB drug susceptibility testing results.After implementing measures such as in-creasing the frequency of cleaning and disinfection of ward environment,strengthening the implementation of hand hygiene,and enhancing the supervision of department personnel as well as HAI prevention and control training,HAI was effectively controlled.Conclusion The possible transmission route of this suspected CRAB outbreak in RICU is the contamination of office mice,which caused healthcare workers carrying CRAB in their hands,leading to cross infection due to poor hand hygiene implementation of healthcare workers.Strengthening the cleaning and dis-infection of environmental surface and the management of hand hygiene of healthcare workers are key measures to prevent CRAB HAI.

Gestational hyperglycemia is associated with a range of maternal and fetal complications and adverse outcomes. Monitoring and controlling blood glucose levels are essential for the health of both mother and child. Current methods for blood glucose monitoring include self-monitoring, glycosylated hemoglobin, glycosylated albumin testing, and continuous glucose monitoring. Among these techniques, continuous glucose monitoring tracks blood glucose levels throughout the day, providing a comprehensive and precise assessment of blood glucose levels and fluctuations, which serves as a basis for individualized treatment strategies, leading to better glycemic control and improved maternal and fetal outcomes. This article provides an overview of continuous glucose monitoring, including the significance of its key parameters, target population and timing of use, and practical considerations of its clinical application, aiming to serve patients with gestational hyperglycemia better.

Objective: To understand the impact of left behind experience on the mental health of secondary vocational school students, so as to provide theoretical basis for the psychological health education of secondary vocational school students. Methods: From September to December in 2019, a total of 3 401 students from Duyun, Guiding and Pingtang County were selected by multi stage cluster random sampling method. Self designed questionnaire and Symptom Check List-90(SCL-90) were used to investigate mental health status. A total of 1 415 left behind students and 1 415 non left behind students were matched by using propensity score matching (PSM). Wilcoxon test and Logistic regression analysis were conducted. Results: Before the matching of propensity score, there were statistically significant differences in the distribution of family structure, mother s educational level, family residence,family harmony and children s past health among the students with or without left behind experience ( χ 2=28.17, 52.40, 96.31, 29.75 , 19.10, P <0.05). After the matching, there were no statistically significant differences in the distribution of the above variables among the students with or without left behind experience ( χ 2=0.02-4.32, P >0.05). Before the matching of propensity scores, there were significant differences in the scores of 10 dimensions of SCL-90, including somatization (1.67,1.58), interpersonal sensitivity (2.00,1.89), anxiety (1.90,1.70), obsessive compulsive symptoms (2.20, 2.10), depression (2.00, 1.85), hostility (1.83, 1.67), terror (1.85, 1.71), paranoia (1.83, 1.67), psychotic (1.70, 1.60) and other (1.85, 1.71) dimensions among secondary vocational school students with or without left behind experience ( Z=-5.15 to -2.84, P <0.05). After propensity score matching, there were significant differences in scores remained only in three factors for interpersonal sensitivity [(2.00(1.56,2.67)，2.00(1.44,2.56)], paranoia [1.83(1.33,2.50)，1.83(1.33,2.33)] and psychoticism [1.70(1.30,2.30)，1.70(1.20,2.20)] in SCL- 90 among secondary vocational students with or without left behind experience ( Z=-2.45, -2.12, -2.23, P <0.05). Conclusion The impact of left behind experience on the mental health of vocational school students is mainly reflected in interpersonal sensitivity, paranoia, and psychoticism, which should be identified as key areas of psychological education for secondary vocational school students.

OBJECTIVE To investigate the incidence of hospital-associated infections among the neurosurgery de-partment patients undergoing brain tumor resection and analyze the economic cost so as to provide scientific bases for formulating prevention strategies.METHODS Totally 1027 patients who underwent brain tumor resection in neurosurgery department of the First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University from Jan.1,2020 to Dec.31,2024 were recruited as the research subjects.The 36 patients who had postoperative hos-pital-associated infections were assigned as the infection group,and 991 patients who did not have hospital-associ-ated infection were assigned as the no infection group.The patients of the infection group and the non-infection group were matched in a 1∶1 ratio by using propensity score matching method(caliper value 0.005).The length of hospital stay and costs of medical items were compared between the infection group and the non-infection group,and the economic burden due to the hospital-associated infections was estimated.RESULTS The incidence of hospital-associated infections was 3.51％among the patients undergoing brain tumor resection,and totally 36 pairs were matched successfully with the propensity score.The hospitalization cost of the infection group was 109,103.81(73,370.21,163,628.37)yuan after the matching,which was increased by 50,087.69 yuan as com-pared with the non-infection group(Z=-5.237,P＜0.001);the length of hospital stay was 23.00(17.25,36.00)days,which was prolonged by 8.50 days(Z=-3.764,P＜0.001).Among the costs of medical items,the medial costs of western medicine,treatment materials and clinical laboratory tests increased most.CONCLUSIONS The control of the costs of western medicine,treatment materials and clinical laboratory tests is the key to reduce the costs of brain tumor resection patients with hospital-associated infections.It is necessary to carry out the real-time monitoring of the hospital-associated infections and early warning of suspected cases and reduce the incidence of hospital-associated infections so as to reduce the economic costs.

Gestational hyperglycemia is associated with a range of maternal and fetal complications and adverse outcomes. Monitoring and controlling blood glucose levels are essential for the health of both mother and child. Current methods for blood glucose monitoring include self-monitoring, glycosylated hemoglobin, glycosylated albumin testing, and continuous glucose monitoring. Among these techniques, continuous glucose monitoring tracks blood glucose levels throughout the day, providing a comprehensive and precise assessment of blood glucose levels and fluctuations, which serves as a basis for individualized treatment strategies, leading to better glycemic control and improved maternal and fetal outcomes. This article provides an overview of continuous glucose monitoring, including the significance of its key parameters, target population and timing of use, and practical considerations of its clinical application, aiming to serve patients with gestational hyperglycemia better.

Objective To investigate and analyze the epidemiological characteristics and the causes of a suspected outbreak of carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii(CRAB)infection,and provide basis for healthcare-asso-ciated infection(HAI)prevention and control.Methods Information of 3 patients with CRAB positive culture from the respiratory intensive care unit(RICU)of a hospital in May 2024 was collected.Microbiological sampling was performed in patients' ward environment,and the specimens were cultured and strains were identified.CRAB strains detected from the environment and patients were performed whole genome sequencing(WGS).Multiple de-partments jointly formulated and implemented comprehensive infection control measures,and the effectiveness were evaluated.Results CRAB was cultured from specimens of sputum and bedside office mice of 3 patients.WGS de-tection showed that ST2158 and ST1791 resistance genes were detected from both sputum and bedside office mice of 2 patients.After comprehensive assessment,2 patients were confirmed with HAI and 1 patient was confirmed with colonization,ruling out an outbreak of HAI.A total of 24 environmental specimens were taken for environmental hygiene monitoring,with a CRAB detection rate of 58.33％.CRAB detected from bedside mice and patients' spu-tum specimen had consistent CRAB drug susceptibility testing results.After implementing measures such as in-creasing the frequency of cleaning and disinfection of ward environment,strengthening the implementation of hand hygiene,and enhancing the supervision of department personnel as well as HAI prevention and control training,HAI was effectively controlled.Conclusion The possible transmission route of this suspected CRAB outbreak in RICU is the contamination of office mice,which caused healthcare workers carrying CRAB in their hands,leading to cross infection due to poor hand hygiene implementation of healthcare workers.Strengthening the cleaning and dis-infection of environmental surface and the management of hand hygiene of healthcare workers are key measures to prevent CRAB HAI.