OBJECTIVE To prepare an intelligent responsive liposome-hydrogel nanopreparation co-loaded with gambogic acid （GA）， and characterize its antitumor activity in vitro . METHODS GA-ICG-Lip-gel was prepared by ethanol injection and cold dissolution， incorporating GA and the photosensitizer indocyanine green （ICG）. The appearance and microscopic morphology of GA-ICG-Lip-gel were observed， its encapsulation efficiency and drug loading capacity were measured， and its photothermal conversion performance， photothermal stability， and infrared imaging properties were investigated， along with the determination of its in vitro release profile. Human breast cancer MCF-7 cells were used as objects to investigate the effects of GA-ICG-Lip-gel （or with near-infrared light irradiation） on cell viability， migration ability， and the cellular uptake capacity of GA-ICG-Lip-gel. RESULTS GA-ICG-Lip-gel existed in a solution state at room temperature and transformed into a gel state at 37 ℃. Its microstructure was dense with small pores， and its encapsulation efficiency and drug loading were （96.07±0.86） % and （6.28±1.16） %， respectively. After exposure to near-infrared light， the temperature of GA-ICG-Lip-gel rose above 42 ℃， with no significant attenuation observed in the heating curve. The heating efficiency was dependent on both the irradiation time and drug concentration. Compared to media without gelatinase， the cumulative release rate of GA-ICG-Lip-gel increased in media containing gelatinase. In vitro studies showed that GA-ICG-Lip-gel could be efficiently taken up by MCF-7 cells； GA-ICG-Lip-gel significantly inhibited the viability and migration ability of MCF-7 cells （ P ＜0.05）， and this inhibitory effect was further enhanced under near-infrared light irradiation. CONCLUSIONS This study successfully prepares GA-ICG-Lip-gel， which exhibits favorable photothermal conversion properties and temperature/enzyme dual-responsive drug release characteristics， and demonstrates significant inhibitory effects on the proliferation and migration of breast cancer cells.

Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and trend of hospitalization of the patients with herpes zoster in Beijing from 2017 to 2022.Methods:In this retrospective study, the information of hospitalization of herpes zoster patients were collected from all medical institutions at the first level and above in Xicheng, Changping, and Miyun districts of Beijing. The age and gender specific hospitalization rates and age-standardized hospitalization rates were calculated. Joinpoint regression model was used to explore the trend of the hospitalization rates, and the influencing factors of the hospital stay length and complications were analyzed.Results:The age-standardized hospitalization rate of the patients with herpes zoster was 10.82/100 000-18.43/100 000 in Beijing from 2017 to 2022 [annual percent change (APC) =5.86%, 95% CI: -2.80%-15.98%]. The age-standardized hospitalization rate of the cases with herpes zoster as the main diagnosis showed an upward trend (APC=11.35%, 95% CI: 7.21%-16.23%). The age-standardized hospitalization rate showed an upward trend in women (APC=14.34%, 95% CI: 7.95%-22.37%). The hospitalization rate showed a downward trend in age group 30-39 years (APC=-24.92%, 95% CI: -48.56% - -1.85%) and showed upward trends in age group 70-79 years and 80-109 years (APC=23.18%, 95% CI: 13.53%-35.58%; APC=4.90%, 95% CI: 1.18%-9.19%). Complications occurred in 66.28% (680/1 026) of the patients. The median hospital stay length was 9 (5,15) days, and the patients with high age (≥80 years) and two or more complications had longer hospital stay, which were 12 (6, 23) and 14 (7, 27) days respectively ( P<0.001). Conclusions:The hospitalization rate in women and the elderly aged ≥70 years with herpes zoster as the main diagnosis showed upward trends in Beijing in recent years. The elderly aged ≥80 years usually had longer hospital stay, showing a relatively disease burden level. More attention should be paid to development of intervention strategies, such as vaccine, for this population.

Objective:To understand the incidence rate of herpes zoster (HZ) and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) in Beijing, and analyze the incidence trend of HZ and PHN from 2015 to 2022.Methods:Cases of HZ and PHN from 2015 to 2022 were retrieved from the Hospital Information Systems (HIS) of all primary and above hospitals/clinics in three districts representing the urban, inner suburban, and outer suburban areas of Beijing. After duplication screening, the first visit cases were screened, and the incidence characteristics were described. The incidence rate of HZ and PHN in each year by sex and age group and the age-standardized incidence rate were calculated. The annual percentage increase (APC) of incidence rate was calculated using the Joint regression model, and the change trend was analyzed.Results:The age-standardized incidence rate of HZ in Beijing from 2015 to 2022 ranged from 7.44‰ to 10.05‰, with an average annual incidence rate of 8.95 ‰, significantly increasing with age ( P<0.001). The Joinpoint regression model showed that the overall age-standardized incidence of HZ remained relatively stable, with no significant difference (APC=2.28%, t=1.56, P=0.170). However, the incidence rate among the 0-19-year-old group exhibited a trend of decrease (APC=-10.70%, t=-6.29, P<0.001). For PHN, the age-standardized incidence in Beijing ranged from 0.77‰ to 2.67‰, with an average annual incidence rate of 1.59‰ and a proportion of 9.48% to 26.86% among HZ cases. Both the incidence of PHN and its proportion among HZ cases increased with age ( P<0.001). The age-standardized incidence of PHN increased annually (APC=18.56%, t=9.02, P<0.001). Conclusion:The incidence rate of HZ and PHN in Beijing continues to be at a high level, and PHN shows an increasing trend over time.

Objective:To investigate the optimal processing technology for Sophorae Fructus Carbonisata(char-coal-processed immature fruit of Sophora japonica)by integrating thermal analysis,response surface methodology(RSM),and intelligent sensory technology.Methods:The thermal analysis technology was used to simulate the processing process of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM),the pyrolysis characteristics of Sophorae Fructus powder were studied,and the processing process was discussed by intelligent sensory analysis to determine the temperature range.Using the contents of genistein,kaempferol,and quercetin as comprehensive evaluation indices,the RSM was applied to optimize the processing technology for Sophorae Fructus Carbonisata.Results:The optimal process-ing technology for Sophorae Fructus Carbonisata was identified as:Stir-frying temperature was 290 ℃,Stir-frying time was 14 min.Conclusion:The integrated approach of thermal analysis-RSM and intelligent sensory technology has successfully established an accurate predictive model for active components in Sophorae Fructus.The optimized processing technology not only enhances the reproducibility of charcoal processing but also lays a foundation for the formulation of national quality standards for this TCM.

Purpose To investigate the diagnostic value of quantitative 123I-Metaiodobenzylguanidine(MIBG)xSPECT/CT imaging in bone metastases of neuroblastoma in children.Materials and Methods We retrospectively assessed 123I-MIBG xSPECT/CT images of 61 children with neuroblastoma confirmed by pathology analyzed the influencing factors of bone metastatic lesions and normal bone quantitative parameters from March 2022 to March 2023 in Beijing Friendship Hospital,Capital Medical University,and compared the differences in standard uptake value(SUV).We used receiver operating characteristics curves to determine the optimum maximum standard uptake value(SUVmax),average standard uptake value(SUVavg),minimum standard uptake value(SUVmin)and peak standard uptake value(SUVpeak)cut-off value to diagnose bone metastatic lesions.Results There was no statistically significant difference in normal bone SUV values among different physical parameters(r=-0.204-0.071,all P>0.05).SUVmax,SUVavg,SUVmin and SUVpeak of bone metastatic lesions were significantly higher than those of normal bone(Z=-10.118--9.703,all P<0.000 1),and there was no significant statistical difference in SUV measurements of bone metastatic lesions among different Curie score intervals(H=0.226,0.107,0.149,0.342,all P>0.05).The area under the curve of SUVmax,SUVavg,SUVmin and SUVpeak were 0.929(95%CI 0.884-0.974),0.948(95%CI 0.906-0.989),0.935(95%CI 0.890-0.981),0.942(95%CI 0.899-0.985);sensitivity was 90.9%,90.2%,93.7%,92.3%,and specificity was 86.9%,93.4%,85.2%,88.5%,respectively,with statistically significant differences(P<0.000 1).The optimal diagnostic thresholds for SUVmax,SUVavg,SUVmin and SUVpeak were 0.39 g/ml,0.33 g/ml,0.20 g/ml and 0.33 g/ml,respectively.Conclusion We demonstrate that SUVavg above 0.33 g/ml in neuroblastoma patients have best diagnostic efficacy in the diagnosis of bone metastasis of neuroblastoma.Quantitative indexes of xSPECT/CT increase the specificity of diagnosing bone metastases of neuroblastoma,demonstrating the high diagnostic efficiency of 123I-MIBG xSPECT/CT imaging quantitative analysis and its potential usefulness as a diagnostic aid for visual evaluation.

Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and trend of hospitalization of the patients with herpes zoster in Beijing from 2017 to 2022.Methods:In this retrospective study, the information of hospitalization of herpes zoster patients were collected from all medical institutions at the first level and above in Xicheng, Changping, and Miyun districts of Beijing. The age and gender specific hospitalization rates and age-standardized hospitalization rates were calculated. Joinpoint regression model was used to explore the trend of the hospitalization rates, and the influencing factors of the hospital stay length and complications were analyzed.Results:The age-standardized hospitalization rate of the patients with herpes zoster was 10.82/100 000-18.43/100 000 in Beijing from 2017 to 2022 [annual percent change (APC) =5.86%, 95% CI: -2.80%-15.98%]. The age-standardized hospitalization rate of the cases with herpes zoster as the main diagnosis showed an upward trend (APC=11.35%, 95% CI: 7.21%-16.23%). The age-standardized hospitalization rate showed an upward trend in women (APC=14.34%, 95% CI: 7.95%-22.37%). The hospitalization rate showed a downward trend in age group 30-39 years (APC=-24.92%, 95% CI: -48.56% - -1.85%) and showed upward trends in age group 70-79 years and 80-109 years (APC=23.18%, 95% CI: 13.53%-35.58%; APC=4.90%, 95% CI: 1.18%-9.19%). Complications occurred in 66.28% (680/1 026) of the patients. The median hospital stay length was 9 (5,15) days, and the patients with high age (≥80 years) and two or more complications had longer hospital stay, which were 12 (6, 23) and 14 (7, 27) days respectively ( P<0.001). Conclusions:The hospitalization rate in women and the elderly aged ≥70 years with herpes zoster as the main diagnosis showed upward trends in Beijing in recent years. The elderly aged ≥80 years usually had longer hospital stay, showing a relatively disease burden level. More attention should be paid to development of intervention strategies, such as vaccine, for this population.

Objective:To investigate the optimal processing technology for Sophorae Fructus Carbonisata(char-coal-processed immature fruit of Sophora japonica)by integrating thermal analysis,response surface methodology(RSM),and intelligent sensory technology.Methods:The thermal analysis technology was used to simulate the processing process of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM),the pyrolysis characteristics of Sophorae Fructus powder were studied,and the processing process was discussed by intelligent sensory analysis to determine the temperature range.Using the contents of genistein,kaempferol,and quercetin as comprehensive evaluation indices,the RSM was applied to optimize the processing technology for Sophorae Fructus Carbonisata.Results:The optimal process-ing technology for Sophorae Fructus Carbonisata was identified as:Stir-frying temperature was 290 ℃,Stir-frying time was 14 min.Conclusion:The integrated approach of thermal analysis-RSM and intelligent sensory technology has successfully established an accurate predictive model for active components in Sophorae Fructus.The optimized processing technology not only enhances the reproducibility of charcoal processing but also lays a foundation for the formulation of national quality standards for this TCM.

Objective:To understand the incidence rate of herpes zoster (HZ) and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) in Beijing, and analyze the incidence trend of HZ and PHN from 2015 to 2022.Methods:Cases of HZ and PHN from 2015 to 2022 were retrieved from the Hospital Information Systems (HIS) of all primary and above hospitals/clinics in three districts representing the urban, inner suburban, and outer suburban areas of Beijing. After duplication screening, the first visit cases were screened, and the incidence characteristics were described. The incidence rate of HZ and PHN in each year by sex and age group and the age-standardized incidence rate were calculated. The annual percentage increase (APC) of incidence rate was calculated using the Joint regression model, and the change trend was analyzed.Results:The age-standardized incidence rate of HZ in Beijing from 2015 to 2022 ranged from 7.44‰ to 10.05‰, with an average annual incidence rate of 8.95 ‰, significantly increasing with age ( P<0.001). The Joinpoint regression model showed that the overall age-standardized incidence of HZ remained relatively stable, with no significant difference (APC=2.28%, t=1.56, P=0.170). However, the incidence rate among the 0-19-year-old group exhibited a trend of decrease (APC=-10.70%, t=-6.29, P<0.001). For PHN, the age-standardized incidence in Beijing ranged from 0.77‰ to 2.67‰, with an average annual incidence rate of 1.59‰ and a proportion of 9.48% to 26.86% among HZ cases. Both the incidence of PHN and its proportion among HZ cases increased with age ( P<0.001). The age-standardized incidence of PHN increased annually (APC=18.56%, t=9.02, P<0.001). Conclusion:The incidence rate of HZ and PHN in Beijing continues to be at a high level, and PHN shows an increasing trend over time.

Purpose To investigate the diagnostic value of quantitative 123I-Metaiodobenzylguanidine(MIBG)xSPECT/CT imaging in bone metastases of neuroblastoma in children.Materials and Methods We retrospectively assessed 123I-MIBG xSPECT/CT images of 61 children with neuroblastoma confirmed by pathology analyzed the influencing factors of bone metastatic lesions and normal bone quantitative parameters from March 2022 to March 2023 in Beijing Friendship Hospital,Capital Medical University,and compared the differences in standard uptake value(SUV).We used receiver operating characteristics curves to determine the optimum maximum standard uptake value(SUVmax),average standard uptake value(SUVavg),minimum standard uptake value(SUVmin)and peak standard uptake value(SUVpeak)cut-off value to diagnose bone metastatic lesions.Results There was no statistically significant difference in normal bone SUV values among different physical parameters(r=-0.204-0.071,all P>0.05).SUVmax,SUVavg,SUVmin and SUVpeak of bone metastatic lesions were significantly higher than those of normal bone(Z=-10.118--9.703,all P<0.000 1),and there was no significant statistical difference in SUV measurements of bone metastatic lesions among different Curie score intervals(H=0.226,0.107,0.149,0.342,all P>0.05).The area under the curve of SUVmax,SUVavg,SUVmin and SUVpeak were 0.929(95%CI 0.884-0.974),0.948(95%CI 0.906-0.989),0.935(95%CI 0.890-0.981),0.942(95%CI 0.899-0.985);sensitivity was 90.9%,90.2%,93.7%,92.3%,and specificity was 86.9%,93.4%,85.2%,88.5%,respectively,with statistically significant differences(P<0.000 1).The optimal diagnostic thresholds for SUVmax,SUVavg,SUVmin and SUVpeak were 0.39 g/ml,0.33 g/ml,0.20 g/ml and 0.33 g/ml,respectively.Conclusion We demonstrate that SUVavg above 0.33 g/ml in neuroblastoma patients have best diagnostic efficacy in the diagnosis of bone metastasis of neuroblastoma.Quantitative indexes of xSPECT/CT increase the specificity of diagnosing bone metastases of neuroblastoma,demonstrating the high diagnostic efficiency of 123I-MIBG xSPECT/CT imaging quantitative analysis and its potential usefulness as a diagnostic aid for visual evaluation.

Objective:To investigate the effect of folding and filling the orbicularis muscle flap of the inferiorcentral pedicle in correction of sunken upper eyelids.Methods:From August 2020 to April 2022, 39 female patients aged 36-63 (47.1±6.3) years with dermatochalasis and sunken upper eyelid were admitted to the Plastic Surgery Department of the First Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University. During the surgery, the orbicularis oculi muscle in the skin resection area was preserved and a muscle flap was formed with the central part of the lower margin of the incision as the pedicle, which was folded deep and filled in the anterior orbital septal space. 6 months after surgery, the Park method was used to compare the effects before and after surgery, and the doctors and patients were scored on the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale, respectively.Results:Unilateral upper eyelid hematoma appeared in 1 patient and healed after local acupuncture and aspiration, unilateral incision induration appeared in 2 patients, and gradually disappeared after 6 months of follow-up. The wounds of other patients healed in one stage. All the 39 patients were followed up for 6-12 months. The scores of the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale at 6 months after surgery were (4.12±0.95) for doctors and (3.82±1.27) for patients. Park method showed that the degree of sunken upper eyelid after surgery was significantly better than that before surgery, and the difference was statistically significant ( Z=-7.721, P=0.000). Conclusions:The folding and filling of the orbicularis muscle flap of the eye with the inferior central pedicle can correct the laxity of the upper eyelid and improve the sunken upper eyelid. This operation can make full use of local tissue, and the effect is simple and lasting.