1.Clinical characteristics and perinatal outcomes of severe fetal growth restriction preceding preeclampsia
Xia XU ; Yanhong XU ; Yizheng ZU ; Guiying WANG ; Jianying YAN
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2024;27(9):722-728
Objective:To investigate the clinical characteristics and perinatal outcomes of preeclampsia (PE) with severe fetal growth restriction (FGR) as the initial symptom.Methods:This retrospective cohort study included cases of singleton live births with PE and severe FGR delivered at Fujian Maternity and Child Health Hospital from January 2012 to December 2022. The cases were divided into two groups based on the sequence of severe FGR and hypertension onset: the severe FGR-first group and the hypertension-first group. General data, clinical characteristics, pregnancy complications, and neonatal outcomes were analyzed between the two groups. Statistical analyses were performed using t-tests, Mann-Whitney U tests, and Chi-square tests. Multivariate linear regression or logistic regression analyses were used to adjust for the effects of confounding factors on perinatal outcomes. Results:(1) A total of 307 cases were included in the study, with 194 cases (63.2%) in the severe FGR-first group and 113 cases (36.8%) in the hypertension-first group. Compared to the hypertension-first group, the severe FGR-first group had a higher proportion of severe FGR before 32 weeks, later gestational age at PE diagnosis, lower proportion of early-onset PE, greater gestational age at pregnancy termination, and shorter interval from PE diagnosis to pregnancy termination [40.7% (46/113) vs. 59.3% (115/194), χ2=9.87; (32.8±5.1) weeks vs. (35.6±3.4) weeks, t=5.12; 52.2% (59/113) vs. 25.8% (50/194), χ2=21.80; (34.7±3.1) weeks vs. (36.0±3.2) weeks, t=3.43; all P<0.01]. There was no statistically significant difference in the interval between the diagnosis of severe FGR and hypertension between the two groups. (2) Compared to the hypertension-first group, the severe FGR-first group had a lower preterm birth rate and a higher incidence of premature rupture of membranes [69.0% (78/113) vs. 46.9% (91/194), χ2=14.12; 9.7% (11/113) vs. 19.1% (37/194), χ2=4.72; both P<0.05]. After adjusting for differences in gestational age at termination of pregnancy using multivariate logistic regression analysis, the results showed no statistically significant differences in the incidence of pregnancy complications between the two groups. (3) Compared with the hypertension-first group, the severe FGR-first group had higher neonatal birth weight [(1 757±605) g vs. (2 067±684) g, t=4.12], longer birth length [(41.7±4.3) cm vs. (43.4±4.6) cm, t=3.10], and heavier placentas [(399±158) g v s. (486±147) g, t=2.36]. The rates of cesarean section, severe small for gestational age, and low birth weight were lower [85.8% (97/113) vs. 68.6% (133/194), χ2=11.35; 65.5% (74/113) vs. 49.5% (96/194), χ2=7.40; 87.6% (99/113) vs. 69.6% (135/194), χ2=12.80; all P<0.05]. There were no statistically significant differences in the 1-minute Apgar scores and NICU admission rates between the two groups. After adjusting for differences in gestational age at termination of pregnancy using multivariate regression analysis, it was found that compared with the hypertension-first group, the severe FGR-first group had heavier neonates and a lower risk of cesarean section [ OR (95% CI) were 80.18 (0.95-159.42) and 0.51 (0.26-0.99), both P<0.05]. Conclusions:Pregnant women with severe FGR preceding PE have a later onset of PE and relatively better perinatal outcomes compared to those with hypertension preceding PE. It is necessary to strengthen the monitoring of blood pressure fluctuations in pregnant women with severe FGR preceding PE and fetal growth in pregnant women with hypertension preceding PE.
2.Establishment of a population pharmacokinetic model for linezolid in neonates with sepsis
Zong-Tai FENG ; Lian TANG ; Zu-Ming YANG ; Chu-Chu GAO ; Jia-Hui LI ; Yan CAI ; Lu-Fen DUAN
Chinese Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics 2024;26(11):1162-1168
Objective To establish the pharmacokinetic model of linezolid in neonates,and to optimize the administration regimen. Methods A prospective study was conducted among 64 neonates with sepsis who received linezolid as anti-infective therapy,and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry was used to measure the plasma concentration of the drug. Clinical data were collected,and nonlinear mixed effects modeling was used to establish a population pharmacokinetic (PPK) model. Monte Carlo simulation and evaluation was performed for the optimal administration regimen of children with different features. Results The pharmacokinetic properties of linezolid in neonates could be described by a single-compartment model with primary elimination,and the population typical values for apparent volume of distribution and clearance rate were 0.79 L and 0.34 L/h,respectively. The results of goodness of fit,visualization verification,and the Bootstrap method showed that the model was robust with reliable results of parameter estimation and prediction. Monte Carlo simulation results showed that the optimal administration regimen for linezolid in neonates was as follows:6 mg/kg,q8h,at 28 weeks of gestational age (GA);8 mg/kg,q8h,at 32 weeks of GA;9 mg/kg,q8h,at 34-37 weeks of GA;11 mg/kg,q8h,at 40 weeks of GA. Conclusions The PPK model established in this study can provide a reference for individual administration of linezolid in neonates. GA and body weight at the time of administration are significant influencing factors for the clearance rate of linezolid in neonates.
3.Simultaneous content determination of six constituents in Gaultheria leucocarpa var.yunnanensis by UPLC-MS/MS
Lin JIN ; Zu-Ying ZHOU ; Jia-Hua ZHOU ; Ming-Yan CHI ; Lin ZHENG ; Yong HUANG ; Wen HUANG
Chinese Traditional Patent Medicine 2024;46(1):22-28
AIM To establish an UPLC-MS/MS method for simultaneous content determination of protocatechuic acid,epicatechin,chlorogenic acid,quercitrin,gaultherin and gaultheroside A in Gaultheria leucocarpa var.yunnanensis.METHODS The analysis was performed on a 40℃thermostatic Waters BEH C18 column(100 mm×2.1 mm,1.7 μm),with the mobile phase comprising of water(containing 0.1%formic acid)-acetonitrile(containing 0.1%formic acid)flowing at 0.3 mL/min in a gradient elution manner,and electron spray inoization source was adopted in positive and negative ion scanning with multiple reaction monitoring(MRM)mode.Hierarchical cluster analysis(HCA)and principal component analysis(PCA)was used to screen important components that affect the quality of medicinal materials.RESULTS Six constituents showed good linear relationships within their own ranges(R2≥0.998 2),whose average recoveries were 98.76%-101.88%with the RSDs of 1.0%-2.5%.The constituents of G.leucocarpa in the roots and aerial parts were quite different.Gaultherin,epicatechin and protocatechuic acid may be the quality mark constituents of G.leucocarpa.CONCLUSION This accurate and efficient method can be used for the quality control of G.leucocarpa.
4.Clinical trial of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides in the continuation treatment of adults with mild and moderate depression
Shu-Zhe ZHOU ; Zu-Cheng HAN ; Xiu-Zhen WANG ; Yan-Qing CHEN ; Ya-Ling HU ; Xue-Qin YU ; Bin-Hong WANG ; Guo-Zhen FAN ; Hong SANG ; Ying HAI ; Zhi-Jie JIA ; Zhan-Min WANG ; Yan WEI ; Jian-Guo ZHU ; Xue-Qin SONG ; Zhi-Dong LIU ; Li KUANG ; Hong-Ming WANG ; Feng TIAN ; Yu-Xin LI ; Ling ZHANG ; Hai LIN ; Bin WU ; Chao-Ying WANG ; Chang LIU ; Jia-Fan SUN ; Shao-Xiao YAN ; Jun LIU ; Shou-Fu XIE ; Mao-Sheng FANG ; Wei-Feng MI ; Hong-Yan ZHANG
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(6):815-819
Objective To observe the efficacy and safety of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides in the continuation treatment of mild and moderate depression.Methods An open,single-arm,multi-center design was adopted in our study.Adult patients with mild and moderate depression who had received acute treatment of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides were enrolled and continue to receive Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides capsules for 24 weeks,the dose remained unchanged during continuation treatment.The remission rate,recurrence rate,recurrence time,and the change from baseline to endpoint of Hamilton Depression Scale(HAMD),Hamilton Anxiety Scale(HAMA),Clinical Global Impression-Severity(CGI-S)and Arizona Sexual Experience Scale(ASEX)were evaluated.The incidence of treatment-related adverse events was reported.Results The scores of HAMD-17 at baseline and after treatment were 6.60±1.87 and 5.85±4.18,scores of HAMA were 6.36±3.02 and 4.93±3.09,scores of CGI-S were 1.49±0.56 and 1.29±0.81,scores of ASEX were 15.92±4.72 and 15.57±5.26,with significant difference(P<0.05).After continuation treatment,the remission rate was 54.59%(202 cases/370 cases),and the recurrence rate was 6.49%(24 cases/370 cases),the recurrence time was(64.67±42.47)days.The incidence of treatment-related adverse events was 15.35%(64 cases/417 cases).Conclusion Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides capsules can be effectively used for the continuation treatment of mild and moderate depression,and are well tolerated and safe.
5.Astragaloside Ⅳ ameliorates irradiation-induced cardiomyocyte edema by modulating fluid metabolism
Shang-Zu ZHANG ; Li-Ying ZHANG ; Qi-Yang LI ; Yan CHEN ; Yang-Yang LI ; Yong-Qi LIU
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(13):1874-1877
Objective To investigate the effectiveness of astragalosideⅣ(AS-Ⅳ)in ameliorating radiation-induced cardiomyocyte edema and its molecular mechanism.Methods The AC 16 cells were divided into blank group,model group,AS-Ⅳ pre-irradiation administration group(Q group),post-irradiation administration group(H group)and pre-post-irradiation administration group(Q+H group).H group was incubated with 40 mol·L-1 AS-Ⅳ drug-containing medium,and the other groups were incubated with normal medium for 24 h.After 24 h of incubation,6 Gy X-ray irradiation was given to establish the cardiomyocyte edema model in all groups except the blank group,and group Q was replaced with normal medium,and group H was replaced with 40 mol·L-1 AS-Ⅳ drug-containing medium for 24 h of incubation.Calcein AM staining was used to observe the edema of AC 16 cells,Western blot method was used to detect the expression of key proteins of aqueous fluid metabolism,and Annexin-V/PI flow apoptosis assay was used to detect apoptosis of AC 16 cells.Results The area of cellular edema in blank,model,Q,H,and Q+H groups were 690.77±199.55,1 184.47±307.36,713.65±152.48,809.72±262.85 and 897.61±213.66;the relative expression levels of hypoxia inducible factor(HIF)-1α protein were 0.94±0.02,1.35±0.03,0.91±0.03,0.69±0.02 and 0.86±0.03;the relative expression levels of aquaporin 4(AQP4)protein were 0.66±0.03,1.07±0.04,0.67±0.02,0.56±0.03 and 0.56±0.02;the apoptosis rates were(3.90±0.76)%,(16.58±0.63)%,(12.91±0.51)%,(14.05±0.22)%and(12.13±0.38)%,respectively.Statistically significant differences were found between the above indicators in the blank,Q,H and Q+H groups when compared to the model group(all P<0.05).Conclusion AS-Ⅳ can regulate water-liquid metabolism,ameliorate radiation-induced cardiomyocyte edema,and attenuate apoptosis by inhibiting the abnormal activation of the HIF-1 α/AQP4 axis in irradiated AC 16 cells.
6.Status of fungal sepsis among preterm infants in 25 neonatal intensive care units of tertiary hospitals in China.
Xin Cheng CAO ; Si Yuan JIANG ; Shu Juan LI ; Jun Yan HAN ; Qi ZHOU ; Meng Meng LI ; Rui Miao BAI ; Shi Wen XIA ; Zu Ming YANG ; Jian Fang GE ; Bao Quan ZHANG ; Chuan Zhong YANG ; Jing YUAN ; Dan Dan PAN ; Jing Yun SHI ; Xue Feng HU ; Zhen Lang LIN ; Yang WANG ; Li Chun ZENG ; Yan Ping ZHU ; Qiu Fang WEI ; Yan GUO ; Ling CHEN ; Cui Qing LIU ; Shan Yu JIANG ; Xiao Ying LI ; Hui Qing SUN ; Yu Jie QI ; Ming Yan HEI ; Yun CAO
Chinese Journal of Pediatrics 2023;61(1):29-35
Objective: To analyze the prevalence and the risk factors of fungal sepsis in 25 neonatal intensive care units (NICU) among preterm infants in China, and to provide a basis for preventive strategies of fungal sepsis. Methods: This was a second-analysis of the data from the "reduction of infection in neonatal intensive care units using the evidence-based practice for improving quality" study. The current status of fungal sepsis of the 24 731 preterm infants with the gestational age of <34+0 weeks, who were admitted to 25 participating NICU within 7 days of birth between May 2015 and April 2018 were retrospectively analyzed. These preterm infants were divided into the fungal sepsis group and the without fungal sepsis group according to whether they developed fungal sepsis to analyze the incidences and the microbiology of fungal sepsis. Chi-square test was used to compare the incidences of fungal sepsis in preterm infants with different gestational ages and birth weights and in different NICU. Multivariate Logistic regression analysis was used to study the outcomes of preterm infants with fungal sepsis, which were further compared with those of preterm infants without fungal sepsis. The 144 preterm infants in the fungal sepsis group were matched with 288 preterm infants in the non-fungal sepsis group by propensity score-matched method. Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression analysis were used to analyze the risk factors of fungal sepsis. Results: In all, 166 (0.7%) of the 24 731 preterm infants developed fungal sepsis, with the gestational age of (29.7±2.0) weeks and the birth weight of (1 300±293) g. The incidence of fungal sepsis increased with decreasing gestational age and birth weight (both P<0.001). The preterm infants with gestational age of <32 weeks accounted for 87.3% (145/166). The incidence of fungal sepsis was 1.0% (117/11 438) in very preterm infants and 2.0% (28/1 401) in extremely preterm infants, and was 1.3% (103/8 060) in very low birth weight infants and 1.7% (21/1 211) in extremely low birth weight infants, respectively. There was no fungal sepsis in 3 NICU, and the incidences in the other 22 NICU ranged from 0.7% (10/1 397) to 2.9% (21/724), with significant statistical difference (P<0.001). The pathogens were mainly Candida (150/166, 90.4%), including 59 cases of Candida albicans and 91 cases of non-Candida albicans, of which Candida parapsilosis was the most common (41 cases). Fungal sepsis was independently associated with increased risk of moderate to severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) (adjusted OR 1.52, 95%CI 1.04-2.22, P=0.030) and severe retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) (adjusted OR 2.55, 95%CI 1.12-5.80, P=0.025). Previous broad spectrum antibiotics exposure (adjusted OR=2.50, 95%CI 1.50-4.17, P<0.001), prolonged use of central line (adjusted OR=1.05, 95%CI 1.03-1.08, P<0.001) and previous total parenteral nutrition (TPN) duration (adjusted OR=1.04, 95%CI 1.02-1.06, P<0.001) were all independently associated with increasing risk of fungal sepsis. Conclusions: Candida albicans and Candida parapsilosis are the main pathogens of fungal sepsis among preterm infants in Chinese NICU. Preterm infants with fungal sepsis are at increased risk of moderate to severe BPD and severe ROP. Previous broad spectrum antibiotics exposure, prolonged use of central line and prolonged duration of TPN will increase the risk of fungal sepsis. Ongoing initiatives are needed to reduce fungal sepsis based on these risk factors.
Infant
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Infant, Newborn
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Humans
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Birth Weight
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Intensive Care Units, Neonatal
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Retrospective Studies
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Tertiary Care Centers
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Infant, Extremely Low Birth Weight
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Gestational Age
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Infant, Extremely Premature
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Sepsis/epidemiology*
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Retinopathy of Prematurity/epidemiology*
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Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia/epidemiology*
7.Rapid health technology assessment of four oral Chinese patent medicines in treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders.
Ya-Qi ZU ; Jing-Hua LI ; Xing LIAO ; Qi YU ; Guo-Xiang LI ; Wen-Yan SHI ; Xu-Dong TANG
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2023;48(4):1116-1123
To provide proof of the evidence-based medicine and decision-making information for the clinical decision of functional gastrointestinal disorders(FGIDs), this study evaluated and compared the efficacy, safety, and economy of four oral Chinese patent medicines(CPMs) in the treatment of FGIDs using the method of rapid health technology assessment. The literature was systematically retrieved from CNKI, Wanfang, VIP, SinoMed, EMbase, PubMed, Cochrane Library and ClinicalTrials.gov from the establishment of the databases to May 1, 2022. Two evaluators screened out the literature, extracted data, evaluated the quality of the literature, and descriptively analyzed the results according to the prepared standard. Eventually, 16 studies were included, all of which was rando-mized controlled trial(RCT). The results showed that Renshen Jianpi Tablets, Renshen Jianpi Pills, Shenling Baizhu Granules, and Buzhong Yiqi Granules all had certain effects on the treatment of FGIDs. Renshen Jianpi Tablets treated FGIDs and persistent diarrhea. Shenling Baizhu Granules treated diarrhea with irritable bowel syndrome and FGIDs. Buzhong Yiqi Granules treated diarrhea with irritable bowel syndrome, FGIDs, and chronic diarrhea in children. Renshen Jianpi Pills treated chronic diarrhea. The four oral CPMs all have certain effects on the treatment of FGIDs and have specific advantages for specific patients. Compared with other CPMs, Renshen Jianpi Tablets have higher clinical universality. However, there are problems such as insufficient clinical research evidence, generally low quality of evidence, lack of comparative analysis among medicines, and lack of academic evaluation. More high-quality clinical research and the economic research should be carried out in the future, so as to provide more evidence for the evaluation of the four CPMs.
Child
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Humans
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Technology Assessment, Biomedical
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
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Diarrhea
8.Chemical constituents in Dolomiaea plants and their pharmacological activities: a review.
Yan-Hui LYU ; Wei CHEN ; Yan-Ping WEI ; Xin-Tong WEI ; Jie WANG ; Qian-Qian DING ; Zhan-Hong LI ; Ji-Xiang HE ; Xian-Peng ZU
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2023;48(6):1463-1482
Dolomiaea plants are perennial herbs in the Asteraceae family with a long medicinal history. They are rich in chemical constituents, mainly including sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids, triterpenes, and steroids. The extracts and chemical constituents of Dolomiaea plants have various pharmacological effects, such as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antitumor, anti-gastric ulcer, hepatoprotective and choleretic effects. However, there are few reports on Dolomiaea plants. This study systematically reviewed the research progress on the chemical constituents and pharmacological effects of Dolomiaea plants to provide references for the further development and research of Dolomiaea plants.
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Asteraceae
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Triterpenes
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Sesquiterpenes/pharmacology*
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Anti-Inflammatory Agents
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Phytochemicals/pharmacology*
9.Recent progress in the treatment of intractable sialolithiasis.
Deng Gao LIU ; Dan Ni ZHENG ; Ya Ning ZHAO ; Ya Qiong ZHANG ; Xin YE ; Li Qi ZHANG ; Xiao Yan XIE ; Lei ZHANG ; Zu Yan ZHANG ; Guang Yan YU
Journal of Peking University(Health Sciences) 2023;55(1):8-12
Sialolithiasis occurs in approximately 0.45% to 1.20% of the general population. The typical clinical symptom manifests as a painful swelling of the affected glands after a meal or upon salivary stimulation, which extremely affects the life quality of the patients. With the development of sialendoscopy and lithotripsy, most sialoliths can be successfully removed with preservation of the gland. However, sialoliths in the deep hilar-parenchymal submandibular ducts and impacted parotid stones located in the proximal ducts continue to pose great challenges. Our research center for salivary gland diseases (in Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology) has used sialendoscopy for 17 years and treated >2 000 patients with salivary gland calculi. The success rate was approximately 92% for submandibular gland calculi and 95% for parotid calculi. A variety of minimally invasive surgical techniques have been applied and developed, which add substantial improvements in the treatment of refractory sialolithiasis. Further, the radiographic positioning criteria and treatment strategy are proposed for these intractable stones. Most of the hilar-parenchymal submandibular stones are successfully removed by a transoral approach, including transoral duct slitting and intraductal basket grasping, while a small portion of superficial stones can be removed by a mini-incision in submandibular area. Impacted stones located in the distal third of parotid gland ducts are removed via "peri-ostium incision", which is applied to avoid a cicatricial stenosis from a direct ostium incision. Impacted parotid stones located in the middle and proximal third of the Stensen's duct are removed via a direct mini-incision or a peri-auricular flap. A direct transcutaneous mini-incision is commonly performed under local anesthesia with an imperceptible scar, and is indicated for most of impacted stones located in the middle third, hilum and intraglandular ducts. By contrast, a peri-auricular flap is performed under general anesthesia with relatively larger operational injury of the gland parenchyma, and should be best reserved for deeper intraglandular stones. Laser lithotripsy has been applied in the treatment of sialolithiasis in the past decade, and holmium ∶YAG laser is reported to have the best therapeutic effects. During the past 3 years, our research group has performed laser lithotripsy for a few cases with intractable salivary stones. From our experiences, withdrawal of the endoscopic tip 0.5-1.0 cm away from the extremity of the laser fiber, consistent saline irrigation, and careful monitoring of gland swelling are of vital importance for avoidance of injuries of the ductal wall and the vulnerable endoscope lens during lithotripsy. Larger calculi require multiple treatment procedures. The risk of ductal stenosis can be alleviated by endoscopic dilation. In summary, appropriate use of various endoscopy-assisted lithotomy helps preserve the gland function in most of the patients with refractory sialolithiasis. Further studies are needed in the following aspects: Transcervical removal of intraglandular submandibular stones, intraductal laser lithotripsy of impacted parotid stones and deep submandibular stones, evaluation of long-term postoperative function of the affected gland, et al.
Humans
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Salivary Gland Calculi/surgery*
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Constriction, Pathologic
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Endoscopy
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Salivary Ducts/surgery*
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Lithotripsy
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Treatment Outcome
10.Construction of exercise program for inpatients with diabetic foot based on evidence - based and Delphi method
Houjuan ZU ; Hongbing BU ; Qiaoyan LIU ; Xueqin YAN ; Yun CAO ; Wei YIN ; Suping BAI ; Dong WANG ; Lei XIA
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2023;39(13):1004-1011
Objective:The evidence-based and Delphi methods were used to construct the exercise program for hospitalized patients with diabetes foot to provide guidance for clinical practice.Methods:Evidence on exercise management of diabetic foot patients was systematically searched from BMJ Best Practice, UpToDate, Registered Nurses′ Association of Ontario and other domestic and foreign databases and professional association websites. The retrieval period was from the establishment of the database to April 2021. The quality of the included literature was independently evaluated, and the evidence of the literature meeting the quality standards was extracted and summarized to form the first draft of exercise program for inpatients with diabetic foot. After two rounds of Delphi expert letter consultation, the program items were revised, and the final draft of the exercise program for inpatients with diabetic foot suitable for clinical practice was formed.Results:The effective recovery rate of the two rounds of expert correspondence questionnaire both were15/15. The expert authority coefficient was 0.865 and 0.895 respectively. And the Kendall coordination coefficient was 0.232 and 0.291 (both P<0.01). An exercise program for inpatients with diabetic foot had been formed, including 5 modules(exercise evaluation, exercise prescription, exercise monitoring, post-exercise evaluation and exercise management), 12 items and 40 operational items. Conclusions:The exercise program for inpatients with diabetic foot constructed in this study is scientific and clinically applicable, which provide scientific guidance for clinical medical staff to carry out exercise practice.

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