1.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.
2.Diagnosis and Treatment of a Case of Spironolactone-Associated Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia After Renal Transplantation
Yun XIAO ; Xiaoyu HAN ; Chao ZHENG ; Yu FU ; Hanbin XIONG ; Bin ZOU ; Baolin WANG ; Hua ZOU ; Chenglong YIN ; Zhengyao JIANG ; Sheng ZOU ; Anle DU ; Guohui LI ; Xiaohui GUO ; Lin ZHONG ; Jiake HE
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(10):1562-1565
Objective To explore the identification method,pathogenesis,clinical characteristics and individualized pharmacotherapy of asymptomatic hyperuricemia after renal transplantation.Methods The pharmacist was on duty at the organ transplant outpatient clinic.During this time,they analyzed and sorted out the medications,identified and differentiated a case of asymptomatic hyperuricemia related to spironolactone in a patient who had undergone a renal transplant,and provided comprehensive care throughout the entire process.Results The asymptomatic hyperuricemia in this patient might be associated with spironolactone,and the adverse reactions of the patient were alleviated by pharmacists through optimizing clinical treatment.Up to now,no hyperuricemia occurred.Conclusions Pharmacists are required to collaborate closely with clinicians to establish medication profiles for patients under long-term follow-up and to closely monitor and evaluate drug-related adverse reactions.Additionally,they should assess the renal function and immune status of transplant recipients promptly and formulate individualized treatment plans in order to enhance the long-term survival of both the transplanted kidneys and the recipients.
3.Expression changes and selection of different internal control proteins in acute hypoxia-induced lung injury by acute high-altitude
Jia LIU ; Xiaoyu ZHANG ; Yiman ZHANG ; Fei WANG ; Baochang LAI ; Jun ZHANG ; Tana WUREN ; Xiaohui ZHENG ; Hongyan TIAN ; Qian YIN
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(3):90-99,146
Objective The pathophysiological process of acute high-altitude hypoxia-induced lung injury affects protein expression levels,which are mainly evaluated by Western blot.No systematic study has investigated changes in internal control proteins as calibration loading amounts.Methods Lung injury at an altitude of 6000 m was induced in a low-pressure,low-oxygen chamber for 8,24,and 72 h using C57BL/6J mice.Establishment of the model was confirmed by hematoxylin and eosin staining.Expression levels of various internal control proteins,including vinculin,α-tubulin,eukaryotic translation initiation factor 5(EIF5),β-actin,and glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase(GAPDH)were detected by Western blot,and total protein expression was detected by Coomassie blue staining.Furthermore,the lung injury model in vitro was establised by using,Bronchial epithelial cell(BZAS-2B)andhunman umbilical vein endothelial cells(HUVECS)confirmed by TUNEL staining.Expression levels of internal control proteins were detected by Western blot,and total protein expression was detected by Coomassie Blue staining.Results Acute 8,24,and 72 h hypoxic models were successfully established in lung tissue,demonstrating consistent total protein expression and stable levels of the internal reference proteins vinculin,α-tubulin,EIF5,andβ-actin.GAPDH expression was elevated in the HH8 h,HH24 h,and HH72 h groups compared with the normoxia(Nor)group,but only the increase at HH72 h groups was significant.Similarly,8,24,and 48 h hypoxic models were successfully established in BEAS-2B cells and HUVECs,with consistent total protein expression.In BEAS-2B cells,expression levels of the internal reference proteins β-actin and GAPDH were consistent with the normoxic control(NC)group,while vinculin,α-tubulin,and EIF5 expression levels were significantly reduced under hypoxic conditions for up to 24 h.In HUVECs,vinculin and α-tubulin expression levels were also consistent with the NC group,while EIF5,β-actin,and GAPDH expression levels were significantly reduced at 8 h and increased at 48 h.Conclusions Acute hypoxia induces lung tissue injury,and protein expression levels of the internal reference proteins vinculin,α-tubulin,EIF5,and β-actin are stable,making them suitable internal references for Western blot.Additionally,Western blot detected differential expression levels of the internal reference proteins vinculin,α-tubulin,EIF5,β-actin,and GAPDH in BEAS-2B cells and HUVECs,as the most important in vitro lung tissue models of hypoxia-induced injury.
4.Expression changes and selection of different internal control proteins in acute hypoxia-induced lung injury by acute high-altitude
Jia LIU ; Xiaoyu ZHANG ; Yiman ZHANG ; Fei WANG ; Baochang LAI ; Jun ZHANG ; Tana WUREN ; Xiaohui ZHENG ; Hongyan TIAN ; Qian YIN
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(3):90-99,146
Objective The pathophysiological process of acute high-altitude hypoxia-induced lung injury affects protein expression levels,which are mainly evaluated by Western blot.No systematic study has investigated changes in internal control proteins as calibration loading amounts.Methods Lung injury at an altitude of 6000 m was induced in a low-pressure,low-oxygen chamber for 8,24,and 72 h using C57BL/6J mice.Establishment of the model was confirmed by hematoxylin and eosin staining.Expression levels of various internal control proteins,including vinculin,α-tubulin,eukaryotic translation initiation factor 5(EIF5),β-actin,and glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase(GAPDH)were detected by Western blot,and total protein expression was detected by Coomassie blue staining.Furthermore,the lung injury model in vitro was establised by using,Bronchial epithelial cell(BZAS-2B)andhunman umbilical vein endothelial cells(HUVECS)confirmed by TUNEL staining.Expression levels of internal control proteins were detected by Western blot,and total protein expression was detected by Coomassie Blue staining.Results Acute 8,24,and 72 h hypoxic models were successfully established in lung tissue,demonstrating consistent total protein expression and stable levels of the internal reference proteins vinculin,α-tubulin,EIF5,andβ-actin.GAPDH expression was elevated in the HH8 h,HH24 h,and HH72 h groups compared with the normoxia(Nor)group,but only the increase at HH72 h groups was significant.Similarly,8,24,and 48 h hypoxic models were successfully established in BEAS-2B cells and HUVECs,with consistent total protein expression.In BEAS-2B cells,expression levels of the internal reference proteins β-actin and GAPDH were consistent with the normoxic control(NC)group,while vinculin,α-tubulin,and EIF5 expression levels were significantly reduced under hypoxic conditions for up to 24 h.In HUVECs,vinculin and α-tubulin expression levels were also consistent with the NC group,while EIF5,β-actin,and GAPDH expression levels were significantly reduced at 8 h and increased at 48 h.Conclusions Acute hypoxia induces lung tissue injury,and protein expression levels of the internal reference proteins vinculin,α-tubulin,EIF5,and β-actin are stable,making them suitable internal references for Western blot.Additionally,Western blot detected differential expression levels of the internal reference proteins vinculin,α-tubulin,EIF5,β-actin,and GAPDH in BEAS-2B cells and HUVECs,as the most important in vitro lung tissue models of hypoxia-induced injury.
5.Expert consensus on the model informed precision dosing of tacroli-mus in patients receiving anti-rejection therapy
Bing CHEN ; Xiaocong ZUO ; Xingang LI ; Dewei SHANG ; Peijun ZHOU ; Junjie DING ; Xiaoq-iang XIANG ; Xiaoyan QIU ; Zhuo WANG ; Xiaoyu LI ; Yi ZHANG ; Wei ZHAO ; Yuzhu WANG ; Jianjun GAO ; Zheng JI-AO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2025;30(4):433-445
There is significant inter-individual variation of pharmacokinetics and pharmacody-namics in patients receiving tacrolimus(TAC)for an-ti-rejection therapy,which cause the rejection or toxic action.Based on results of therapeutic drug monitoring and pathophysiological index of trans-plant patients,the individualized dosing regimen can be designed and adjusted by using model in-formed precision dosing(MIPD).The patients'clini-cal outcome can be improved.In the consensus,the different methods of MIPD used for patients re-ceived TAC for anti-rejection therapy were intro-duced,which can be used for the designing and ad-justing doing regimen,predicting adverse drug reac-tion,improving medication adherence and econom-ics during therapy.
6.Construction and evaluation of hepatocellular carcinoma models in mice with different immune microenvironments
Yujie ZHONG ; Yuyang DAI ; Shijie FU ; Kanglian ZHENG ; Chaofan ZHU ; Guang CAO ; Liang XU ; Chuanxin NIU ; Xiaoyu FAN ; Xiaodong WANG
Chinese Journal of Interventional Imaging and Therapy 2025;22(4):260-266
Objective To construct mice hepatocellular carcinoma models with different tumor immune microenvironments(TIME)and explore the differences.Methods H22 and hepa1-6 were used to construct subcutaneous transplantation tumor model of C57 mice as homologous hepatocellular carcinoma cell lines(denoted as H22 group and hepal-6 group,each n=8),and the differences of TIME were evaluated.Immunohistochemistry was used to detect and quantify the infiltration of T cells,CD4+T cells,CD8+T cells,regulatory T cells and B cells in TIME.Flow cytometry was performed to detect the differences of composition of immune cell subpopulations in peripheral blood and tumor parenchyma.Gene expression profile characteristics of tumor tissue were analyzed based on high-throughput transcriptome sequencing technology,and enrichment analyses of immune-related signaling pathways were evaluated combined with gene ontology(GO)and Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes(KEGG).Results H22 group showed cold and hepa1-6 group showed hot TIME characteristics.The number of T cells,CD4+T cells and CD8+T cells in tumor tissue of H22 group were all lower,while the proportion of T cells,CD4+T cells and CD8+T cells in peripheral blood were all higher than those of hepa1-6 group(all P<0.05).Compared with H22 group,up-regulated genes of tumor tissue in hepa1-6 group expressed significantly enriched in tumor immune activation-related signaling pathways.Conclusion H22 and hepa1-6 hepatocellular carcinoma models showed distinct TIME characteristics of cold and hot tumors,respectively,and the amount of immune cells in tumor tissue of the former were significantly lower than those in the latter.
7.Effects of quadratus lumborum block at the lateral supra-arcuate ligament versus erector spinae plane block on early postoperative recovery in patients undergoing posterior lumbar surgery
Yuling ZHONG ; Rong WEI ; Liuyu LU ; Xiaoyu KANG ; Yang LU ; Zheng GONG
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(17):2689-2695
Objective To compare the effects of quadratus lumborum block at the lateral supra-arcuate ligament(QLB-LSAL)and erector spinae plane block(ESPB)on early postoperative recovery in patients undergoing posterior lumbar surgery.Methods Ninety-three patients,aged 25~70 years,BMI 18~30 kg/m2 and ASA physical status Ⅱ or Ⅲ and scheduled for posterior lumbar surgery,were randomly divided into QLB-LSAL combined with general anesthesia(Group Q),ESPB combined with general anesthesia(Group E),and general anesthesia alone(Group N).Postoperatively,all groups received patient-controlled intravenous analgesia(PCIA).The following parameters were recorded:the scores of Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale(RASS)and Bergman Comfort Scale(BCS)at awakening,6 h,12 h,and 24 h postoperatively;Likert scale score at PCIA cessation;the scores of Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI)and Early Postoperative Quality of Recovery-15(QoR-15)at 1 day preopera-(P<0.05).(2)Compared with Group N,group Q exhibited lower PSQI scores and higher QoR-15 scores at 1 and 3 days postoperatively(P<0.05).No statistically significant difference in PSQI scores was observed between group E and N(P>0.05),while group E had higher QoR-15 score than group N only at 1 day postoperatively(P<0.05).Both at 1 and 3 days postoperatively,group Q had lower PSQI scores and higher QoR-15 scores than group E(P<0.05).(3)Postoperative awakening time,extubation time,PACU stay time,time to first anal exhaust and time to first ambulation were significantly shorter in group Q than those in group N(P<0.05).Group E only showed shorter time to first anal exhaust compared to group N(P<0.05).Furthermore,group Q had a significantly shorter PACU stay time than group E(P<0.01).(4)There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of adverse reactions among the three groups of patients.(P>0.05).Conclusions Both QLB-LSAL and ESPB effectively improve postoperative analgesia and early recovery quality.However,QLB-LSAL demonstrates advantages in enhancing patient comfort,analgesia satisfaction,sleep quality,and accelerating overall postoperative recovery.
8.Distribution characteristics and influencing factors of ultra-long hospitalization in patients with malig-nant tumors
Xiaoyu YANG ; Weiping WANG ; Hongtao WANG ; Yi LIU ; Jiameng ZHOU ; Zehua MA ; Xibei ZHOU ; Bo ZHANG ; Jinpo ZHENG
Modern Hospital 2025;25(8):1223-1226
Objective To analyze the distribution characteristics and influencing factors of ultra-long hospitalization in malignant tumor patients and to explore strategies to reduce the average length of stay and enhance the efficiency of medical re-source utilization.Methods Ultra-long hospitalization was defined as the 99th percentile of hospital stay duration(P99=31 days).Data from patients discharged with malignant tumors in a specialized cancer hospital in 2024 were collected.The distribu-tion characteristics and influencing factors were analyzed using chi-square tests and logistic stepwise regression.Results Among the 36 097 patients with malignant tumors,the average length of stay was 4.95 days,with 375 cases classified as ultra-long hospi-talizations,accounting for 1.04%.These patients were predominantly over 55 years old,with a higher proportion of males.Pa-tients with stage Ⅲ malignant tumors,primary tumors classified as T2~T3,and primary sites in the esophagus,pancreas,and maxillofacial regions had a higher incidence of ultra-long hospitalizations.Significant factors influencing ultra-long hospitalization included treatment modality,complications(OR=20.319),number of discharge diagnoses(OR=6.915),ICU transfers(OR=4.714),unplanned reoperations(OR=4.416),tumor type,extent,and stage.Conclusion Medical institutions are advised to address the influencing factors of ultra-long hospitalizations by optimizing diagnostic and treatment processes,enhan-cing quality control systems,establishing early warning mechanisms,and strengthening information systems.These measures aim to improve the standardization of malignant tumor diagnosis and treatment,ensuring patient safety.
9.Construction and evaluation of hepatocellular carcinoma models in mice with different immune microenvironments
Yujie ZHONG ; Yuyang DAI ; Shijie FU ; Kanglian ZHENG ; Chaofan ZHU ; Guang CAO ; Liang XU ; Chuanxin NIU ; Xiaoyu FAN ; Xiaodong WANG
Chinese Journal of Interventional Imaging and Therapy 2025;22(4):260-266
Objective To construct mice hepatocellular carcinoma models with different tumor immune microenvironments(TIME)and explore the differences.Methods H22 and hepa1-6 were used to construct subcutaneous transplantation tumor model of C57 mice as homologous hepatocellular carcinoma cell lines(denoted as H22 group and hepal-6 group,each n=8),and the differences of TIME were evaluated.Immunohistochemistry was used to detect and quantify the infiltration of T cells,CD4+T cells,CD8+T cells,regulatory T cells and B cells in TIME.Flow cytometry was performed to detect the differences of composition of immune cell subpopulations in peripheral blood and tumor parenchyma.Gene expression profile characteristics of tumor tissue were analyzed based on high-throughput transcriptome sequencing technology,and enrichment analyses of immune-related signaling pathways were evaluated combined with gene ontology(GO)and Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes(KEGG).Results H22 group showed cold and hepa1-6 group showed hot TIME characteristics.The number of T cells,CD4+T cells and CD8+T cells in tumor tissue of H22 group were all lower,while the proportion of T cells,CD4+T cells and CD8+T cells in peripheral blood were all higher than those of hepa1-6 group(all P<0.05).Compared with H22 group,up-regulated genes of tumor tissue in hepa1-6 group expressed significantly enriched in tumor immune activation-related signaling pathways.Conclusion H22 and hepa1-6 hepatocellular carcinoma models showed distinct TIME characteristics of cold and hot tumors,respectively,and the amount of immune cells in tumor tissue of the former were significantly lower than those in the latter.
10.Effects of quadratus lumborum block at the lateral supra-arcuate ligament versus erector spinae plane block on early postoperative recovery in patients undergoing posterior lumbar surgery
Yuling ZHONG ; Rong WEI ; Liuyu LU ; Xiaoyu KANG ; Yang LU ; Zheng GONG
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(17):2689-2695
Objective To compare the effects of quadratus lumborum block at the lateral supra-arcuate ligament(QLB-LSAL)and erector spinae plane block(ESPB)on early postoperative recovery in patients undergoing posterior lumbar surgery.Methods Ninety-three patients,aged 25~70 years,BMI 18~30 kg/m2 and ASA physical status Ⅱ or Ⅲ and scheduled for posterior lumbar surgery,were randomly divided into QLB-LSAL combined with general anesthesia(Group Q),ESPB combined with general anesthesia(Group E),and general anesthesia alone(Group N).Postoperatively,all groups received patient-controlled intravenous analgesia(PCIA).The following parameters were recorded:the scores of Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale(RASS)and Bergman Comfort Scale(BCS)at awakening,6 h,12 h,and 24 h postoperatively;Likert scale score at PCIA cessation;the scores of Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI)and Early Postoperative Quality of Recovery-15(QoR-15)at 1 day preopera-(P<0.05).(2)Compared with Group N,group Q exhibited lower PSQI scores and higher QoR-15 scores at 1 and 3 days postoperatively(P<0.05).No statistically significant difference in PSQI scores was observed between group E and N(P>0.05),while group E had higher QoR-15 score than group N only at 1 day postoperatively(P<0.05).Both at 1 and 3 days postoperatively,group Q had lower PSQI scores and higher QoR-15 scores than group E(P<0.05).(3)Postoperative awakening time,extubation time,PACU stay time,time to first anal exhaust and time to first ambulation were significantly shorter in group Q than those in group N(P<0.05).Group E only showed shorter time to first anal exhaust compared to group N(P<0.05).Furthermore,group Q had a significantly shorter PACU stay time than group E(P<0.01).(4)There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of adverse reactions among the three groups of patients.(P>0.05).Conclusions Both QLB-LSAL and ESPB effectively improve postoperative analgesia and early recovery quality.However,QLB-LSAL demonstrates advantages in enhancing patient comfort,analgesia satisfaction,sleep quality,and accelerating overall postoperative recovery.

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