1.Imaging anatomy study on utilizing uncinate process "inflection point" as a landmark for anterior cervical spine decompression surgery.
Jianfeng JIANG ; Jun MA ; Maoyu YANG ; Yaozheng HAN ; Lintao SU ; Changyu LEI ; Chenguang GE ; Hui KANG
Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery 2025;39(3):332-340
OBJECTIVE:
To explore the anatomical parameters of the cervical uncinate process "inflection point" through cervical CT angiography (CTA) and MRI measurements, offering a reliable and safe anatomical landmark for anterior cervical decompression surgery.
METHODS:
A retrospective analysis was conducted on the cervical CTA and MRI imaging data of normal adults who met the selection criteria between January 2020 and January 2024. The CTA dataset included 326 cases, with 200 males and 126 females, aged 22-55 years (mean, 46.7 years). The MRI dataset included 300 cases, with 200 males and 100 females, aged 18-55 years (mean, 43.7 years). Based on the CTA data, three-dimensional models of C 3-C 7 were constructed, and the following measurements were obtained from the superior view: uncinate process "inflection point" to vertebral artery distance (UIVD), uncinate process tip to vertebral artery distance (UTVD), uncinate process "inflection point" to "inflection point" distance (UID), uncinate process long-axis to sagittal angle (ULSA), and uncinate process "inflection point" to transverse foramen-sagittal angle (UITSA). From the anterior view, the anterior uncinate process to sagittal angle (AUSA) was measured. From the posterior view, the posterior uncinate process to sagittal angle (PUSA) was measured. Based on the MRI data, uncinate process "inflection point" to dural sac distance (UIDD) and dural sac width (DSW) were measured. The trends in measurement parameters of C 3-C 7 were observed, and the differences in measurement parameters between genders and between the left and right sides of the same segment were compared, as well as the difference in UID and DSW within the same segment was compared.
RESULTS:
The measurement parameters from C 3 to C 7 in the CTA data showed a general increasing trend, with no significant difference between the left and right sides within the same segment ( P>0.05). The UIVD, UTVD, and UID were greater in males than in females, with significant differences observed in the UIVD and UTVD at C 3 and C 6 and UID at C 3, C 6, and C 7 ( P<0.05). The MRI measured DSW showed a general increasing trend from C 3 to C 7, and the DSW at C 6 was greater in females than in males, with a significant difference ( P<0.05). The UIDD showed a gradual decreasing trend, with the smallest value at C 6. There was no significant difference between males and females or between the left and right sides within the same segment ( P>0.05). The UID was greater than the DSW at C 3-C 7, and the differences were significant ( P<0.05).
CONCLUSION
The uncinate process "inflection point" is a constant anatomical structure located at the anteromedial aspect of the uncinate process tip and laterally to the dural sac. It maintains a certain safe distance from the vertebral artery. As a decompression landmark in anterior cervical spine surgery, it not only ensures surgical safety but also guarantees complete decompression.
Humans
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Adult
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Male
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Female
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Middle Aged
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Retrospective Studies
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Cervical Vertebrae/surgery*
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Decompression, Surgical/methods*
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Young Adult
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Adolescent
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Computed Tomography Angiography
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Imaging, Three-Dimensional
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Vertebral Artery/anatomy & histology*
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Anatomic Landmarks/diagnostic imaging*
2.Systematic review on medication risk prediction models for hospitalized adult patients
Yang YANG ; Xuefeng SHAN ; Haidong LI ; Yaozheng LI ; Qiwen ZHOU ; Hongmei WANG
China Pharmacy 2025;36(10):1254-1259
OBJECTIVE To systematically evaluate medication risk prediction models for hospitalized adult patients and provide references for their development and clinical application. METHODS Databases including PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, CNKI, Wanfang data, VIP and CBM were searched for studies on medication risk prediction models from their inception to May 2024. After screening the literature, extracting data, and evaluating the quality of the literature, descriptive analysis was performed on the results of the included studies. RESULTS A total of 13 studies were included, involving 12 models. Nine studies used Logistic regression algorithm for modeling, and the number of included predictive factors ranged from 3 to 11; the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve ranged from 0.65 to 0.865. The literature quality evaluation results showed that 10 studies had high risk of bias; 10 studies had high applicability risk. A total of 31 predictive factors were extracted, including 15 items of basic patient information, 3 test indicators, and 5 items of medication information, and 8 others. CONCLUSIONS The existing medication risk prediction models for hospitalized adult inpatients are mainly Logistic regression algorithm, with predictive factors mainly focusing on basic indicators such as demographics. The overall prediction performance of the models needs to be improved, and the overall risk of bias is relatively high.
3.Experience and needs of parental care for premature infants during the transition from hospital to home: a Meta-synthesis of qualitative studies
Xiaojiao WANG ; Li GAO ; Cuilian YANG ; Yaozheng XU
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(3):299-308
Objective:To systematically evaluate the experience and needs of parental care for premature infants during the transition from hospital to home.Methods:Qualitative studies on the experience and needs of parental care for premature infants transitioning from hospital to home were electronically searched in Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, PsycINFO, CINAHL, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP, China Biomedical Medline Disc, and WanFang Data. The search period was from the establishment of the database to June 3, 2023. The retrieved studies were evaluated using the quality evaluation criteria for qualitative research of the Joanna Briggs Institute Evidence-Based Health Care Center. The qualitative research results were integrated using the method of aggregation integration.Results:A total of 14 articles were included, 39 research results were extracted, categorized into nine categories. These categories were integrated into three synthesized results, namely the dependency period (parents of premature infants coexisted with joy and concern, and relied on professional support from medical and nursing staff), shock period (parents of premature infants developed negative emotions, faced dual difficulties in home care and role switching, and needed internal and external professional support from the family), adaptation period (parents of premature infants actively responded to changes, sought peer support, and transitioned to the "new normal" of life) .Conclusions:The transition from hospital to home is a dynamic process. During the transition process, parents of premature infants undergo complex emotional experiences and role transitions, requiring support from healthcare professionals, family members, and peers. Medical and nursing workers should pay attention to the psychological changes and diverse needs of parents, provide professional support and guidance to help them adapt to the role of parents, and promote the healthy growth of premature infants.
4.Network Meta-analysis of the effect of non-pharmacological intervention on benefit finding of breast cancer patients
Haolan WANG ; Li GAO ; Cuilian YANG ; Yu LIU ; Yaozheng XU ; Jun'e LIU
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(15):2027-2032
Objective:To evaluate the effect of non-pharmacological interventions on benefit finding of breast cancer patients by using network Meta-analysis.Methods:Randomized controlled trials on the effect of non-pharmacological interventions on the benefit finding of breast cancer patients were retrieved by computer from CNKI, VIP, Wanfang Date, China Biology Medicine disc, PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, EBSCO, Embase, Medline, Ovid, CINAHL and other databases. The retrieval time was from establishment of the databases to October 15th, 2023. Literature screening and data extraction were carried out independently by two researchers. The Cochrane Manual 5.1.0 randomised Controlled Trial Bias Risk Assessment Scale were used to evaluate the included literature. And the Stata 14.0 were used for Network Meta-analysis.Results:A total of 10 literatures were included. The results of Network Meta-analysis showed that cognitive behavior therapy was the best intervention in improving the benefit finding of breast cancer patients. The effects of different non-pharmacological intervention methods in descending order were cognitive behavior therapy, yoga, acceptance and commitment therapy, self disclosure and muscle stretching.Conclusions:Existing evidence suggests that cognitive behavioral therapy is most effective in improving benefiting finding in breast cancer patients, but more valuable evidence support and high-quality randomized controlled trial studies are needed to further validate.
5.Mesalamine-associated red-brown urine discoloration: a case report
Kunyu ZHENG ; Yue LI ; Yingzhen GU ; Yaozheng YANG ; Huijun SHU ; Lingyan ZUO
Chinese Journal of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases 2021;05(2):187-188
Mesalamine (5-aminosalicylic acid, 5-ASA) is used for ulcerative colitis, mild Crohn′s disease. The orally taken mesalamine is excreted primarily as N-acetyl-5-aminosalicylic acid (N-acetyl-5-ASA) via urine, renal damage and hematuria are rare. However, red-brown urine discoloration has been noted by some patients, which is associated with the reaction between N-acetyl-5-ASA and remaining hypochlorite in the disinfectant-containing water. This article reports a case of mesalamine-associated red-brown urine discoloration and reviews related literatures.
6.Mesalamine-associated red-brown urine discoloration: a case report
Kunyu ZHENG ; Yue LI ; Yingzhen GU ; Yaozheng YANG ; Huijun SHU ; Lingyan ZUO
Chinese Journal of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases 2021;05(2):187-188
Mesalamine (5-aminosalicylic acid, 5-ASA) is used for ulcerative colitis, mild Crohn′s disease. The orally taken mesalamine is excreted primarily as N-acetyl-5-aminosalicylic acid (N-acetyl-5-ASA) via urine, renal damage and hematuria are rare. However, red-brown urine discoloration has been noted by some patients, which is associated with the reaction between N-acetyl-5-ASA and remaining hypochlorite in the disinfectant-containing water. This article reports a case of mesalamine-associated red-brown urine discoloration and reviews related literatures.

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