1.Analysis of postoperative lipid control status and influencing factors in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting surgery
Xiaoyu XU ; Zehua ZHANG ; Tianyu JIA ; Bangrong SONG ; Ran DONG ; Yang LIN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(04):605-610
Objective To understand the current status of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) control in patients after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Methods Clinical data of patients who underwent isolated CABG in Beijing Anzhen Hospital in 2023 were collected. All patients returned to our hospital approximately one year after surgery (10-13 months) for a lipid level recheck. We analyzed their LDL-C attainment status and influencing factors. Patients were categorized into two groups based on whether their LDL-C met the target: a LDL-C attainment group and a LDL-C non-attainment group. Results This study included 1456 patients who underwent CABG, including 320 females and 1136 males, with an average age of (61.41±9.12) years. One year post-surgery, 234 patients achieved the LDL-C target, with an attainment rate of 16.07%. The proportion of patients in the LDL-C attainment group who were ultra-high risk (77.35% vs. 92.06%, P<0.001), female (16.24% vs. 23.08%, P=0.021), and those with comorbid hypertension (55.98% vs. 63.18%, P=0.038) was significantly lower than those in the LDL-C non-attainment group. Additionally, the baseline body mass index (BMI) [(25.37±3.24) kg/m2 vs. (26.03±3.56) kg/m2, P=0.017], total cholesterol levels [(3.30±0.84) mmol/L vs. (4.01±1.03) mmol/L, P<0.001], LDL-C [(1.62±0.63) mmol/L vs. (2.25±0.85) mmol/L, P<0.001], and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol [(0.98±0.26) mmol/L vs. (1.02±0.24) mmol/L, P=0.049] upon admission in the attainment group were all lower than those in the non-attainment group. Moreover, the lipid-lowering drug usage rate in the attainment group (100.00% vs. 96.24%, P=0.003) and the proportion using two types of drugs together (25.21% vs. 10.72%, P<0.001) were both higher than those in the non-attainment group, while the statin monotherapy rate was lower than that in the non-attainment group (74.79% vs. 85.19%, P<0.001). Logistic regression analysis showed that baseline BMI (OR=0.928, P=0.012) and baseline LDL-C levels (OR=0.207, P<0.001), patient cardiovascular risk stratification (OR=0.155, P<0.001) and lipid-lowering drug treatment regimen (OR=3.758, P<0.001) are significant factors affecting the LDL-C control status. Conclusion The LDL-C compliance rate of patients undergoing CABG is at a relatively low level 1 year after surgery. Patients with very high risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, high baseline LDL-C levels, and overweight or obesity should be strengthened lipid management. For these patients, the intensity of lipid-lowering drug use or combination medication should be increased upon discharge.
2.Effects of prostaglandin E2 injection into the median preoptic nucleus on body temperature in female mice and its mechanisms
Ya LI ; Yi’an SONG ; Qiaofeng JI ; Lei XU ; Jie ZHANG ; Jianhui XU ; Xiaoyu HOU
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(2):250-257
ObjectiveTo investigate the effects of prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) microinjection into the median preoptic nucleus (MnPO) on core body temperature in female mice, and to clarify its underlying mechanism. MethodsMicroinjection cannula were implanted into the MnPO of female mice using stereotaxic surgery.Subsequently, a multi-channel temperature acquisition system was used to simultaneously monitor rectal and brown adipose tissue (BAT) temperatures before and after intra-MnPO injections of different reagents.To investigate the thermoregulatory effects of the microinjection of PGE2 into the MnPO, 12 female C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into a saline group (n=6) and a PGE2 group (n=6), which were injected with 0.1 μL saline and PGE2 (2.8 mmol/L), respectively.To determine whether E-series prostaglandin receptor (EP)1, EP3, and EP4 receptors mediate the thermoregulatory effects of PGE2, 15 female C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into 3 groups (n=5 per group).Mice in each group first received an injection of 0.1 μL PGE2 (2.8 mmol/L) into the MnPO. After their body temperature returned to baseline levels, they were subsequently injected with a mixture of either EP1, EP3 or EP4 antagonist (ant) (20 mmol/L) + PGE2 (2.8 mmol/L). ResultsCompared with baseline level, the rectal temperature (P<0.01) and BAT temperature (P<0.001) of female mice both increased significantly after microinjection of PGE2 into the MnPO.Compared with the saline group, the increases in rectal temperature (P<0.001) and BAT temperature (P<0.000 1) were significantly greater in the PGE2 group of mice.Furthermore, following the injection of PGE2 into MnPO, the increase in BAT temperature was found to be significantly greater than that in rectal temperature in mice (P<0.001).Compared to the administration of PGE2 alone, co-injection of an EP3 ant + PGE2 into the MnPO of mice resulted in a significantly smaller increase in both rectal temperature (P<0.001) and BAT temperature (P<0.001).In contrast, the increases in rectal and BAT temperatures following MnPO injection of either EP1 ant + PGE2 or EP4 ant + PGE2 were not statistically significant (P>0.05). ConclusionInjection of PGE2 into the MnPO elevates BAT and core body temperature in female mice via the EP3 receptor.
3.Eye-tracking analysis reveals the influence of professional background and gender on gaze patterns toward lateral profiles
Tingting WU ; Xiuyun ZHENG ; Xinyi SONG ; Xiaoyu LIU
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(2):335-343
ObjectiveTo explore the visual attention distribution across different lateral facial profiles and analyze the influence of observer gender and professional background on aesthetic evaluation, providing an aesthetic basis for the design of clinical orthodontic treatment. MethodsEye-tracking technology was employed to record the gaze paths of 136 subjects (orthodontists, non-orthodontic dentists, and non-medical professionals) when evaluating three types of male and female lateral profiles (convex, straight, and concave). A questionnaire survey was conducted using a visual analog scale (VAS). Data differences and the consistency between eye-tracking and questionnaire results were analyzed through t-tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Kappa coefficient analysis. ResultsThe questionnaire scores for straight profiles were significantly higher than those for convex and concave profiles (P<0.05). Eye-tracking revealed that subjects primarily focused on the eye and nasal regions (P<0.001), followed by the mouth. However, orthodontists showed no significant difference in attention between the mouth and eye-nasal areas (P>0.05). Additionally, gender differences were notable. Female observers prioritized the mouth (P<0.05), while male observers paid later attention to the oral-buccal region. The forehead and chin rapidly attracted attention during the initial evaluation phase, particularly in female concave profiles (P<0.05). Eye-tracking data demonstrated high consistency with questionnaire results (κ=0.868). ConclusionThis study, utilizing eye-tracking technology, finds that the eye and nasal regions are the core focus areas for aesthetic evaluation of lateral profiles. Gender differences result in distinct gaze preferences (males emphasize the nose, while females emphasize the eyes), whereas orthodontists focus more on the lips and forehead. As aesthetic baselines, the forehead and chin, with their profile characteristics, should be prioritized in treatment. This research provides a basis for developing personalized orthodontic plans and establishing aesthetic consensus between clinicians and patients.
4.Atorvastatin inhibits orthodontic tooth movement in rats by promoting periodontal bone formation
Xinyi SONG ; Siqi DING ; Yuhe CHENG ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Tingting WU
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(2):344-354
ObjectiveTo investigate the effects of atorvastatin (ATV) on the proliferation and differentiation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs), periodontal ligament stem cells (PDLSCs), and dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs) in vitro, and to validate the regulatory effect of ATV on periodontal bone formation and tooth movement using a rat orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) model. MethodsThe effects of ATV on the proliferation and osteogenic/odontogenic differentiation of rat BMSCs, PDLSCs, and DPSCs were assessed in vitro. CCK-8 assay was used to detect the proliferation of the three types of cells. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) staining and Alizarin Red staining were employed to evaluate osteogenic differentiation capacity. Western blot was used to detect the expression of osteogenesis-related proteins [collagen type I (COL-I), Runt-related transcription factor 2 (Runx2), bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2), osteocalcin (OCN)] and the odontogenesis-related protein dentin sialophosphoprotein (DSPP) in BMSCs, PDLSCs and DPSCs. An OTM rat model was established, with rats randomly assigned to an ATV gavage group and a control group. The ATV gavage group received daily oral administration of ATV at a dose of 20 mg/kg, while the control group received an equal volume of solvent by gavage. Tooth movement distance was measured via Micro-CT on days 7, 14, and 21. Histomorphology of periodontal tissues was observed using Hematoxylin and Eosin (HE) staining and Masson staining. The gene and protein expression levels of osteogenic markers (BMP-2, Runx2, OCN) on the tension side of the first molar were detected by qRT-PCR and immunohistochemistry, respectively. ResultsATV at concentrations of 1×10⁻⁶ mol/L and 1×10⁻⁷ mol/L significantly promoted the proliferation and osteogenic/odontogenic differentiation of BMSCs, PDLSCs, and DPSCs, manifested as enhanced ALP activity, increased mineralized nodule formation, and up-regulated expression of osteogenic/odontogenic proteins COL-I, Runx2, BMP-2, OCN, and DSPP (P<0.001). In the OTM model, compared with the control group, the ATV gavage group showed a significant reduction in tooth movement distance (P<0.05), enhanced osteogenic activity in periodontal tissues, and significantly increased gene (P<0.001) and protein (P<0.05) expression of BMP-2, Runx2, and OCN on the tension side of the first molar. ConclusionATV enhances periodontal osteogenesis by promoting osteogenic/dentinogenic differentiation, thus inhibiting tooth movement.
5.Effect of Wei's Huoxue Tongluo Formula(韦氏活血通络方)on Visual Function and Fundus Blood Flow in Treating Atrophic-Stage Non-Arteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy with Qi Deficiency and Blood Stasis
Yan WANG ; Linlin CAO ; Meiling HAO ; Xiaoding SHUI ; Simin SONG ; Kun DING ; Rilong ZHOU ; Yu LUO ; Yize HUANG ; Xiaoyu LIANG ; Liang LIAO
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(10):1062-1070
ObjectiveTo evaluate the efficacy and possible mechanism of Wei's Huoxue Tongluo Formula (韦氏活血通络方,WHTF) in treating atrophic-stage non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) with qi deficiency and blood stasis. MethodsA total of 82 atrophic-stage NAION patients with qi deficiency and blood stasis were randomly divided into a treatment group and a control group, with 41 cases in each group. The treatment group was given oral administration of WHTF twice a day plus acupoint injection of distilled water 2 ml at Taiyang (EX-HN5) once daily, while the control group received injection of compound anisodine injection 2 ml at Taiyang (EX-HN5) once daily and oral administration of WHTF placebo twice a day. Both groups received treatment for a course of 14 days. The best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), optic disc perfusion density (PD), flux index (FI), macular superficial PD, vascular density (VD), and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndrome scores were compared between groups before treatment and on day 7 and day 14 of treatment. Additionally, mean defect (MD) and mean sensitivity (MS) of visual fields were measured before treatment and on day 14, along with safety evaluation. ResultsAfter treatment, both groups showed significant improvement in BCVA, visual field MD and MS, and TCM syndrome scores (P<0.05 or P<0.01). On day 14 of treatment, the TCM syndrome score in the treatment group was significantly lower than that in the control group (P<0.05). There was no significant improvement in optic disc PD and FI, and macular superficial PD and VD after treatment in either group (P>0.05) except that on day 7 the macular superficial foveal PD in the control group was significantly better than that in the treatment group (P<0.05). During the treatment period, no serious adverse events occurred in either group. ConclusionWHTF can improve the visual function indicators including visual acuity and visual field, as well as TCM syndrome scores in atrophic-stage NAION patients with qi deficiency and blood stasis. It shows clinical safety, although it does not appear to have a significant effect on optic disc or macular blood flow.
6.Effect of visuomotor integration training on unilateral spatial neglect after stroke
Jie ZHOU ; Zhicheng HE ; Xiaoyu ZHANG ; Xue WANG ; Damei LIU ; Ning SONG ; Jun WU
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2026;32(7):745-751
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of Sanet Vision Integrator (SVI)-based visuomotor integration training on the severity of neglect symptoms, upper limb motor function and activities of daily living (ADL) in patients with post-stroke unilateral spatial neglect (USN). MethodsFrom July, 2023 to September, 2025, 41 patients with post-stroke USN in Beijing Bo'ai Hospital were enrolled and randomly assigned to control group (n = 20) and experimental group (n = 21). Both groups received conventional rehabilitation and visual scanning training, while the experimental group received supplementary SVI-based visuomotor integration training, including saccadic, rotation and hand-eye coordination training, for eight weeks. They were assessed with Chinese Behavioral Inattention Test-Hong Kong version (CBIT-HK), Fugl-Meyer Assessment-Upper Extremities (FMA-UE) and modified Barthel Index (MBI) before and after treatment. ResultsAfter treatment, all the scores significantly improved in both groups (|t| > 4.004, P < 0.001), and the total scores of CBIT-HK and the core visual search sub-items (star cancellation, line crossing and letter cancellation), FMA-UE and MBI were better in the experimental group than in the control group (t > 2.096, P < 0.05). ConclusionSVI-based visuomotor training can effectively alleviate the USN symptoms, broaden the span of visual attention, facilitate the functional recovery of the affected upper extremity, and improve ADL in patients after stroke.
7.Investigation of the current status and related factors of vancomycin-associated acute kidney injury in critically ill patients
Jie LI ; Ying ZHANG ; Danfei SONG ; Kunming PAN ; Xiaoyu LI ; Qianzhou LYU
China Pharmacy 2026;37(16):2144-2149
OBJECTIVE To investigate the incidence and outcomes of vancomycin-associated acute kidney injury (VA-AKI) in critically ill patients, to analyze the independent risk factors for the development of VA-AKI and renal function outcomes in VA-AKI patients, and to evaluate the predictive performance of vancomycin treatment duration for VA-AKI occurrence, so as to provide reference for the rational and safe use of this drug.METHODS Clinical data of critically ill patients who received vancomycin during hospitalization in the intensive care unit of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University,from January 2022 to December 2024 were retrospectively collected. Patients were divided into the VA‑AKI group and the non‑AKI group according to the occurrence of VA‑AKI. Multivariate Logistic regression analysis was performed to screen for independent risk factors for VA‑AKI development and renal function outcomes in patients with VA‑AKI. The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to analyze the predictive performance of vancomycin treatment duration for VA‑AKI.RESULTS A total of 1 484 patients were enrolled, among whom 287 developed VA‑AKI, with an incidence of 19.3%. The overall median time to onset was 2.5 days after vancomycin administration. Complicated hypertension, cardiac or renal insufficiency, hospital‑acquired sepsis/bacteremia, multiple organ failure, invasive mechanical ventilation during hospitalization, vancomycin treatment duration ≥10 days, and concomitant use of carbapenems or tacrolimus were independent risk factors for VA‑AKI ( P <0.05). Concomitant use of vasopressors was an independent risk factor for renal function outcomes in patients with VA‑AKI ( P <0.05). The area under the ROC curve (AUC) of the model using vancomycin treatment duration of predict the occurrence of VA-AKI was 0.624. At the optimal cut‑off value of 9.7 days, the sensitivity and specificity were 47.4% and 74.9%, respectively.CONCLUSIONS Critically ill patients have a relatively high incidence of VA-AKI, which mostly occurs in the early stage of vancomycin therapy. Patients with underlying cardiac-renal diseases, severe infection, requirement for mechanical ventilation, prolonged vancomycin therapy, and concomitant administration of carbapenems or tacrolimus are at high risk for VA-AKI. Concomitant vasopressor use affects renal function recovery in patients with VA-AKI. The predicted risk of acute kidney injury is higher when vancomycin treatment duration is ≥10 days.
8.Mining and Identifying Key Genes on the Biosynthetic Pathway of Indigo and Indirubin in Baphicacanthus cusia(Nees)Bremek
Xiaoyu HAN ; Song YANG ; Chong FENG ; Jianli YAN ; Zhimin ZHAO ; Depo YANG
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(7):2063-2077
Objective To study mine and identify the key genes on the biosynthetic pathway of indigo and indirubin in Baphicacanthus cusia(Nees)Bremek.(B.cusia).Methods A weighted co-expression network analysis of transcriptome and metabolome data was conducted to screen out candidate genes.Selected genes were further cloned by homologous recombination in Escherichia coli and Saccharomyces cerevisiae to confirm their function.The LC-MS analysis was used to test the metabolic products.Results The enzyme encoded by gene FMO-EVM0009245 recombined in Escherichia coli could oxidize indole to indigo and indirubin,While the enzyme encoded by gene CYP-EVM0022856 and CYP-EVM0028891 recombined in Saccharomyces cerevisiae could oxidize indole to indigo.Conclusion This article lays a foundation for further elucidating the molecular mechanism of indigo and indirubin biosynthesis and provided research basis for increasing the content of medicinal components of B.cusia.
9.Practice, effectiveness and prospects of standardized management of vaccination clinics in China
Qingsong YU ; Li LI ; Lei CAO ; Jiakai YE ; Yifan SONG ; Zhaonan ZHANG ; Xiaoyu WANG ; Jiayu HE ; Rongna HUANG ; Liang WANG ; Wenzhou YU ; Zundong YIN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2025;59(9):1454-1461
As an important setting for the administration of vaccinations, the reasonable setting up and standardized management of vaccination clinics will enhance immunization service quality, public satisfaction, and improve the vaccination rate to protect people′s health. In recent years, various provinces in China are continuously promoting the standardized construction and management of vaccination clinics. However, the level of standardization management remains unbalanced, and the capacity of vaccination services needs to be further improved. This paper reviews the standardized management process of vaccination clinics, summarizes the practice and achievements in various regions, and analyzes the challenges and issues during these processes, to provide reference for improving the standardized management level of vaccination clinics in the future.
10.Association of parental neglect with internalizing problem behaviors and aggressive behaviors in adolescents
Xiaoyu SONG ; Tianyuan WEI ; Jianing WANG
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2025;39(10):902-909
Objective:To explore the relationship between parental neglect and adolescents' internalizing problem behaviors and aggressive behaviors using network analysis methods,as well as the influence of gender on their relationship.Methods:A survey was conducted in 889 middle and high school students with the Child Psycho-logical Abuse and Neglect Scale,Chinese Short Version of Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale(DASS-21),and Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire.Include different dimensions of parental neglect and internalizing problem be-haviors and aggressive behaviors as nodes,and use R software for network analysis.Results:In the total sample,the strength of emotional neglect(strength=1.14),anxiety(strength=0.99)and anger(strength=1.06)was high-est.the strength of emotional neglect(strength=1.14)was the highest in parental neglect,the strength of anxiety(strength=0.99)was the highest in internalizing problem behaviors,and the strength of anger(strength=1.06)was the highest in aggressive behaviors.In the male group,the bridge strength of anger(bridge strength=0.44)was the highest.In the female group,the bridge strength of stress(bridge strength=0.27)was the highest.Conclusion:There is a positive correlation between parental neglect,internalizing problem behaviors and aggressive behaviors,and significant gender differences were observed in network structures.

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