1.Applied anatomy of recurrent branch of median nerve and microsurgical treatment of its compression syndrome
Huanyou YANG ; Bin WANG ; Ruiguo LI ; Wei WANG ; Jian ZHANG ; Qun LI
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2023;46(3):320-325
Objective:To observe the anatomy of the recurrent branch of median nerve, summarize the injury mechanism of the recurrent branch of median nerve, and explore the surgical method and clinical effect of the compression.Methods:From February 2018 to October 2021, 12 fresh hand specimens were used in Department of Hand Surgery in the Second Hospital of Tangshan, including 6 male specimens, 3 left and 3 right hands, and 6 female specimens, 3 left and 3 right hands. Anatomy of the recurrent branch of median nerve and observation of its location, measurement of the length of each muscle branch innervating thenar muscle and the easy-to-jam position of the recurrent branch of median nerve in the course of running. The measurement results uses nonparametric test of statistical analysis by side and gender. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant. From January 2020 to January 2022, 21 patients with entrapment of the recurrent median nerve of wrist were treated, 14 males and 7 females. The age ranged from 31 to 65 years old, with an average of 46.2 years old. All patients developed thenar muscular atrophy. Before operation, the recurrent branch of median nerve was marked into the muscle point, and the thenar projection on palm surface was pressed, which caused fatigue and soreness. Electromyography examination: the motor latency of median nerve endings was more than 4.5 ms, and both fibrillation potential and positive potential appeared. The motor conduction velocity of all patients was less than 30 m/s, and the motor nerve amplitude was less than 10 mV. Surgical exploration of the recurrent branch of median nerve revealed that the trunk of the recurrent branch of median nerve made the tendon arch thickened at the starting point of the superficial head of flexor pollicis brevis, and there was compression between the deep layer of the palmar aponeurosis and the thenar musculocutaneous membrane, which was completely released during the operation to relieve the compression factor. All 21 patients had followed-up in outpatient. Results:Distance from the origin of the recurrent branch of median nerve to the distal edge of transverse carpal ligament. The distance from the origin of the recurrent branch of median nerve to the distal edge of transverse carpal ligament were (0.30, 0.31, 0.32) cm and (0.31, 0.32, 0.32) cm in male left and right groups, respectively, with no statistical significance ( Z=-0.943, P=0.346); The female left and right groups were (0.28, 0.28, 0.28) cm and (0.29, 0.30, 0.30) cm, respectively, and the difference was statistically significant ( Z=-2.121, P=0.034). The length and transverse diameter of the trunk of the recurrent branch of the median nerve, the length of the superficial head branch of flexor pollicis brevis and the length of the palmar muscle branch of the thumb had no significant difference between the left and right sides of males and females( P > 0.05). The length of abductor pollicis brevis muscle branch: the male left and right groups were (1.45, 1.27, 1.31) cm and (1.54, 1.38, 1.47) cm, respectively, and there was no statistical difference ( Z=-1.528, P = 0.127); The female left and right groups were (1.21, 1.18, 1.15) cm and (1.25, 1.24, 1.25) cm respectively, and the difference was statistically significant ( Z=-1.993, P=0.046). All the 21 patients were entered in follow-up for 9-24 (average 15) months. After operation, the wounds of all patients healed in the first stage, the soreness at thenar disappeared, and the thenar muscle was full in appearance. In 21 patients, the thumb abduction function returned to normal, the thumb to palm opposition returned to normal in 19 cases, and was slightly limited in 2 cases. After operation, thenar muscle strength recovered to grade 5 in 19 cases and grade 4 in 2 cases. At the last follow-up, electromyography showed that the motor latency of median nerve endings was less than 4.5 ms, and the motor conduction velocity was greater than 40 m/s; Motor nerve amplitudes were all greater than 10 mV. According to the functional evaluation standard of carpal tunnel syndrome recommended by Gu Yudong, 19 cases were excellent, 2 cases were good, and the excellent and good rate was 100%. Conclusion:The length of each nerve branch of the recurrent median nerve innervates thenar muscle is different, and there are many factors that cause the recurrent median nerve to get stuck. It is of high clinical value to master the anatomical structure of the recurrent median nerve and the mechanism of the entrapment, and to completely loosen vulnerable parts by surgery.
2.Short-term effect of targeted drugs on quality of life in patients with radioactive iodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer
Yanhui JI ; Xuan WANG ; Xue LI ; Danyang SUN ; Ruiguo ZHANG ; Yajing HE ; Zhaowei MENG ; Qiang JIA ; Jian TAN ; Wei ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging 2022;42(11):656-660
Objective:To analyze the short-term effect of targeted drugs on quality of life in patients with radioactive iodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer (RAIR-DTC).Methods:From February 2020 to April 2022, 19 RAIR-DTC patients (10 males, 9 females; age (54.5±14.5) years) who received targeted drugs therapy (sorafenib, lenvatinib or anlotinib) in Tianjin Medical University General Hospital were prospectively enrolled. The thyroglobulin (Tg) levels prior and 1, 3, 6 months post the targeted treatment, and the adverse events were measured and recorded. Response evaluation criteria in solid tumors (RECIST) 1.1 version was used to evaluate the treatment response. The quality of life based on five-level EuroQol five-dimensional questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L) was monitored prior and 3 months post the targeted treatment, and the prevalence rates of mobility, self-care, usual activities, pain/discomfort, and anxiety/depression were analyzed, and the scores of health assessment were assessed. Paired t test, Kruskal-Wallis rank sum test and χ2 test were used to analyze data. Results:The prevalence rates of mobility (8/19), self-care (6/19), usual activities (10/19), pain/discomfort (10/19), and anxiety/depression (12/19) in 3 months post treatment were higher than those prior treatment (1/19, 1/19, 1/19, 2/19, 2/19; χ2 values: 4.38-11.31, all P<0.05). The score of health assessment prior treatment was (84.37±6.25), which was higher than that at 3 months post treatment (71.63±9.14; t=5.02, P=0.001). After targeted treatment, 10 patients were with skin toxicity, 8 patients were with hypertension, 8 patients were with weight loss, 7 patients were with diarrhea, 6 patients were with fatigue, 5 patients were with hepatic dysfunction, 2 patients were with proteinuria, 2 patients were with muscle pain and 1 patient was with oral ulcer. Of 19 patients, 17 insisted on continuing treatment, and the other two stopped treatment. The Tg levels at 1, 3 and 6 months post treatment were 56.26(44.60, 210.50), 53.36(41.25, 203.07) and 54.35(34.71, 223.52) mg/L, respectively, which were lower than the level prior treatment with no significant difference (110.16(49.63, 294.50) mg/L; H=2.42, P=0.490). After 3 months of targeted treatment, the progression-free survival (PFS) rate was 16/17, including 7 patients with partial response (PR), 9 patients with stable disease (SD), and 1 patient with progression of disease (PD). After 6 months of targeted treatment, the PFS rate was 10/17, including 5 patients with PR, 5 patients with SD, and 7 patients with PD. Conclusion:After 3-6 months of targeted treatment, the tumor markers of most patients are decreased with metastases improved, but the adverse events of targeted drugs have a great impact on quality of life in patients with RAIR-DTC.
3.Effect of Morindae Officinalis Radix Processed with Different Proportions of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma on Improvement of Renal Function and HPG Axis of Kidney Yang Deficiency Model Rats Induced by Adenine
Zurong LI ; Baoyu ZHENG ; Ruiguo WANG ; Peng WANG ; Mingqing HUANG ; Zaixing CHENG ; Hong CHEN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2022;28(19):128-138
ObjectiveTo explain the scientific connotation of Morindae Officinalis Radix (MOR) processed by Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma (Gly) by comparing the effect of raw products of MOR and processed products of MOR with different proportions of Gly (GMOs) on the improvement of renal function and hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis, the protein expression of Wnt/β-catenin and transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1)/Smad signal pathways in kidney Yang deficiency model rats induced by adenine. MethodGMOs were prepared according to method under MOR in 2020 edition of Chinese Pharmacopoeia. Rat model of kidney Yang deficiency was established by intragastrical administration of adenine, levels of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estradiol (E2) and testosterone (T) were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Levels of urea nitrogen (BUN) and serum creatinine (SCr) were measured by spectrophotometry, hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was used to evaluate the pathological changes of kidney, testis and epididymis. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) was used to analyze the protein expression of E-cadherin, α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA), Wnt2b, β-catenin, Smad1 and Smad4. ResultMOR processed with 100∶6 and 100∶12 proportions of Gly (short for GMO/100∶6 and GMO/100∶12) had the most obvious improvement on the body posture of kidney Yang deficiency model rats. GMO/100∶12 had the best effect on reducing the levels of BUN, SCr, FSH, LH and the ratio of E2/T. GMO/100∶6 and GMO/100∶12 had the best effect on regulating the protein expression of E-cadherin, α-SMA, Wnt2b, β-catenin, Smad1 and Smad4. ConclusionGMO/100∶6 and GMO/100∶12 have the a good effect on the improvement of renal function and HPG axis in kidney Yang deficiency model rats induced by adenine, which is related with the fact that they can regulate Wnt/β-catenin pathway in renal and testicular tissue and TGF-β1/Smads pathway in testicular tissue.
4.Correlation between white matter hyperintensities and stroke etiology classification in patients with acute isolated penetrating artery territory infarction
Xin WANG ; Yujie CHEN ; Yueyue LI ; Ran XU ; Ruiguo DONG
International Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases 2021;29(1):6-12
Objective:To investigate the correlation between white matter hyperintensities (WMHs) and stroke etiology classification in patients with acute isolated penetrating artery territory infarction.Methods:Patients with first-ever acute isolated penetrating artery territory infarction admitted to the Department of Neurology, the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University from January 2017 to May 2020 were enrolled retrospectively. According to the Chinese Ischemic Stroke Subclassification (CISS) system, they were divided into large artery atherosclerosis (LAA) and perforating artery disease (PAD). According to the distribution of infarcts, they were divided into lenticulostriate artery (LSA) territory infarction and paramedian pontine artery (PPA) territory infarction. The demographics, vascular risk factors, baseline clinical data, WMHs location, and Fazekas Scale scores were documented. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to identify the independent influencing factors of stroke etiology classification. Results:A total of 440 patients with acute isolated penetrating artery territory infarction were enrolled, including 120 (27.3%) in the LAA group, and 320 (72.7%) in the PAD group; 213 (48.4%) with LSA territory infarction, and 227 (51.6%) with PPA territory infarction. The proportion of patients with total Fazekas score 3-6 and periventricular WMHs (PWMHs) score 2-3 in the PAD group was significantly higher than those in the LAA group (all P<0.05). In patients with LSA territory infarction, the proportion of the patients with hypertension, WMHs total Fazekas score 3-6 and PWMHs score 2-3 in PAD subgroup was significantly higher than those in the LAA subgroup, while the proportion of the patients with hyperlipidemia was significantly lower than that in LAA subgroup (all P<0.05). In patients with PPA territory infarction, the levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and homocysteine in the PAD subgroup were significantly lower than those in the LAA subgroup. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that PWMHs score 2-3 was an independent correlation factor of PAD (odds ratio [ OR] 2.220, 95% confidence interval [ CI] 1.085-4.541; P=0.029). In patients with LSA territory infarction, hyperlipidemia was independently correlated with LAA ( OR 0.432, 95% CI 0.192-0.972; P=0.042), and PWMHs score 2-3 was independently correlated with PAD ( OR 3.846, 95% CI 1.193-12.397; P=0.024). In patients with PPA territory infarction, higher low-density lipoprotein cholesterol ( OR 0.660, 95% CI 0.494-0.883; P=0.005), homocysteine ( OR 0.958, 95% CI 0.930-0.987; P=0.005) and C-reactive protein ( OR 0.987, 95% CI 0.977-0.997; P=0.008) were independently correlated with LAA. Conclusions:WMHs are common in patients with acute isolated perforating territory infarction caused by LAA and PAD, and more severe PWMHs suggest that PAD is more likely to be the cause of the acute isolated perforating territory infarction, especially in patients with LSA territory infarction.
5.Index finger porximal dosal island flap supplied by the second dosal metacarpal artery in repair of the soft tissue defect of thumb
Huanyou YANG ; Bin WANG ; Ruiguo LI ; Lei HUANG ; Wei WANG
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2021;44(3):276-278
Objective:To investigate the method and outcome of reconstruction of thumb soft tissue defect by index finger proximal dorsal island flap supplied by the second dorsal metacarpal artery (SDMA).Methods:From August, 2015 to December, 2017, 12 cases of thumb soft tissue defect were treated by index finger proximal dorsal island flap supplied by SDMA. The site of defect ranged from 2.0 cm×2.4 cm to 5.5 cm×3.0 cm, and the flap area ranged from 2.2 cm×2.6 cm to 6.0 cm×3.3 cm. The donor site was repaired by split-thickness skin graft from the forearm of the injured limb. All patients received regular outpatient follow-up after surgery. The appearance, texture, sensory recovery and donor site of the flap were observed.Results:All the 12 flaps had 5-16 (8.8 in average) months follow-up and survived, the donor site and wounds healed in primary stage. The appearance, sensory and function of the flaps were good. There were no scar contracture on the donor sites, and no pain and limitation of motion in the joints. At the last follow-up, according to the Criteria for Function Assessment of Upper Limbs by the Branch of Hand Surgery of Chinese Medicine Association, the thumb functions were excellent in 11 cases and good in 1 case.Conclusion:Index finger proximal dorsal island flap supplied by SDMA is easy to operate, and has constant blood supply, improved rotation angle of the flap vessel base. It is a good method to repair the soft tissue defect of thumb.
6.Antitumor effect of 131 I-labeled anti-VEGFR2 targeted nanoparticles in anaplastic thyroid carcinoma mouse models
Renfei WANG ; Ruiguo ZHANG ; Yueqian ZHANG ; Hongbin CHEN ; Ning LI ; Fuhai ZHANG ; Hanjie WANG ; Jin CHANG ; Guizhi ZHANG ; Jian TAN
Chinese Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging 2018;38(11):716-720
Objective To investigate the radioactivity distribution of 131 I-bovine serum albumin ( BSA )-mesoporous silica nanoparticles ( MSNs )-anti-vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 (VEGFR2) in anaplastic thyroid carcinoma (ATC) and to explore its antitumor efficacy in ATC-bearing nude mouse models. Methods 131 I-BSA-MSNs-anti-VEGFR2 and 131 I-BSA-MSNs were constructed. FRO tumor xenografts were established and the SPECT/CT images of tumor-bearing mice were acquired at differ-ent time points after intratumoral injection with 131 I-BSA-MSNs-anti-VEGFR2 ( targeting group) , 131 I-BSA-MSNs ( non-targeting group) , Na131 I ( Na131 I group) and saline ( control group) , respectively. The changes of body mass and tumor volume in each group were recorded. Two-sample t test and log-rank test were used to analyze the data. Results After incubation for 3 h, the fluorescence intensity in targeting group was higher than that in non-targeting group (345.26±16.35 vs 280.61±9.65;t=5.90, P<0.05). After injection for 1-3 weeks, the radioactivity detected by SPECT/CT in targeting group was obviously stronger than that in non-targeting group ( t values:7.060-12.780, all P<0.05) . At the end of the observation, the tumor vol-ume of Na131I group, control group, non-targeting group and targeting group increased to (278.3±19.3)%, (296.6±24.2)%, (198.7±13.2)% and (103.7±6.2)% of the original volume, respectively. The body mass of the first 2 groups decreased to (88.6±3.0)% and (86.2±3.1)% of the original body mass respec-tively, while that of the latter 2 groups increased to (102.1±3.1)% and (116.2±3.4)% of the original body mass respectively. Survival analysis showed that the median survival time in targeting group ( 38 d) was sig-nificantly longer than that in non-targeting group (34 d;χ2=8.05, P<0.05). Conclusion 131I-BSA-MSNs-anti-VEGFR2 can effectively inhibit the tumor growth of ATC and prolong the survival of tumor-bearing nude mice, which gives a good suggestion for the treatment and prognosis evaluation of ATC.
7.Design of intelligent platform for medical treatment quality management in perioperative period and its implementation
Delin ZHANG ; Pei LI ; Haiyuan ZHENG ; Xuewu LI ; Hui ZHAO ; Fei CAO ; Ruiguo DONG
Chinese Journal of Medical Library and Information Science 2017;26(4):12-16
After the status quo of medical treatment quality management and its relevant problems were analyzed, how to build the platform for medical treatment quality management was proposed by establishing perioperative clinical data center and intelligent management engine through data sharing, integration and reconstitution based on the present hospital information system in order to standardize perioperative medical behaviors and protect the safety of patients.
8.Simultaneous Detection of 21 Kinds of Mycotoxins and Their Metabolites in Animal Plasma with Impurity Adsorption Purification Followed by Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Ruiguo WANG ; Xiaoou SU ; Peilong WANG ; Wei ZHANG ; Yan XUE ; Yu LI
Chinese Journal of Analytical Chemistry 2017;45(2):231-237
A novel method for simultaneous detection of mycotoxins (e.g.,aflatoxin B1) or their metabolic residues in animal plasma with impurity adsorption purification followed ultra performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS) was developed.Extraction of mycotoxins and their metabolites from animal plasma sample was performed with 0.1% formic acid-acetonitrile solution after addition of sodium chloride and hydrous magnesium sulfate.The extract was then dehydrated and purified with hydrous magnesium sulfate,C18,primary secondary amine,and alumina-A.3 mL of the supernatant was evaporated and re-dissolved with 0.5 mL of 0.1% formic acid aqueous solution/acetonitrile (70∶ 30,V/V) for UPLC-MS/MS detection.The analytes were separated by a C18 column utilizing gradient elution with 0.1% formic acid aqueous solution containing 0.5 mmol of ammonium acetate and 0.1% formic acid-methanol solution,and finally detected by tandem mass spectrometry in positive/negative ESI mode.Identification and quantification were achieved by LC-MS/MS with multi-reaction monitoring (MRM).Good linearity in response was obtained in the analytes concentration range of 0.05-100 ng/mL with correlation coefficients larger than 0.99.The limits of quantification (S/N=10) were around 0.05-0.5 ng/mL.The recoveries of mycotoxins and their metabolites spiked in blank plasma samples were in the range of 62.0%-116.4%,with relative standard deviations (RSDs) less than 19.0%.
9.Long term outcomes of posterior leaflet triangular resectionvalvuloplasty formitral valve regurgitation
Ruiguo QIAO ; Xinsheng HUANG ; Chuan WANG ; Fan ZHANG ; Chen BAI ; Jingxing LI
Chinese Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2017;33(10):580-582
Objective To explorethe long-term prognosis of the triangular resectionvalvuloplasty for posterior mitral valve prolapse and provide a reference for the clinical treatment.Methods We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 61 pa-tients with posterior mitral valve prolapse underwent the mitral valvuloplasty in our hospital from Match 2008 to December 2016.30 patients who underwent triangular resection for posterior mitral valve prolapse.31 patients who underwentstandard quadrangular resection.The cardiac functional parameters and condition of mitral regurgitation were compared among the period of preoperation,discharging and follow-up.Results The mean follow-up period was 42 ±34(3-106)months.left atrium and left ventricular diameter were decreased(P<0.05).Inresrarch group,there was 1 patient who have moderate regurgitation,ar-rhythmia is one.In control group,there was arrhythmia in 1 cases,moderate regurgitation in 2 cases and death in 1 cases.Rate of freedom from reregurgitation was(97 ±6)% in research group and was(97 ±4)% in control group.There was no SAM in two groups.There were no significant differences of survival or risk of reoperation.There was a statistic difference of NYHA classification of cardiac function in the phase of follow-up than that of discharging(P<0.05).Conclusion Triangular resec-tion of a prolapsed posterior mitral leaflet is a simplified,reliable, reproducible, and durable procedure,like quadrangular re-section of a prolapsed posterior leaflet.
10.Comparison of clinical features between radiological isolated syndrome and classical multiplesclerosis
Pugang LI ; Shuangshuang ZHENG ; Weikang CHEN ; Yan'an TANG ; Liping LU ; Ruiguo DONG ; Haipeng MA
Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine 2016;39(4):306-310
Objective To compare the clinical features between radiological isolated syndrome (RIS) and classical multiple sclerosis (CMS), in order to improve the understanding of the RIS. Methods All 35 patients with RIS and 32 patients with CMS were selected. The epidemiological and clinical findings, cerebrospinal fluid, neural electrophysiological examination and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data were analyzed. Results There were no statistical differences in sex ratio and onset age between RIS patients and CMS patients (P>0.05). The main symptoms of in patients with RIS were headache (45.7%, 16/35), dizziness (40.0%, 14/35), hypomnesis (20.0%, 7/35) and psychiatric disorders (11.4%, 4/35). But the main symptoms of in patients with CMS were limb weakness (75.0%, 24/32), sensory abnormalities (68.8%, 22/32) and ocular symptoms (34.4%,11/32). The incidences of limb weakness, sensory abnormalities and ocular symptoms in patients with CMS were significantly higher than those in patients with RIS:75.0%(24/32) vs. 0, 68.8%(22/32) vs. 0 and 34.4%(11/32) vs. 0, and there were statistical differences (P<0.01). The 18 patients with RIS and 21 patients with CMS underwent the examination of cerebrospinal fluid, and there was no significant difference in leukocyte between patients with RIS and patients with CMS (P>0.05). The cerebrospinal fluid protein and the incidences of IgG index>0.7 in patients with RIS were significantly lower than those in patients with CMS:0.175 (0.03-0.69) g/L vs. 0.440 (0.04-1.09) g/L and 3/18 vs. 47.6%(10/21), and there were statistical differences (P<0.05). The 15 patients with RIS and 22 patients with CMS underwent the examination of neural electrophysiological, and the abnormality rates of visual evoked potential (VEP) and brain stem auditory evoked potential (BAEP) in patients with RIS were significantly lower than those in patients with CMS:4/15 vs. 63.6%(14/22) and 3/15 vs. 54.5%(12/22), and there were statistical differences (P<0.05). But there was no statistical difference in the abnormality rate of somatosensory evoked potential (SEP) between patients with RIS and patients with CMS (P>0.05). On MRI, the demyelinating lesions of RIS and CMS were both mainly distributed in the periventricular, semi-oval center, infratentorial white matter, partly involving corpus callosum or cortical. The rates of demyelinating lesions in brainstem and cerebellum in patients with RIS were significantly lower than those in patients with CMS:5.7%(2/35) vs. 34.4% (11/32) and 2.9% (1/35) vs. 25.0% (8/32), and there were statistical differences (P<0.01 or <0.05). Comparison with CMS lesions, RIS lesions mainly showed patching and stippled, and there were statistical differences (P<0.01 or <0.05). The rates of lesions enhancement and spinal cord injury in patients with RIS were significantly lower than those in patients with CMS: 2/17 vs. 45.0% (9/20) and 1/14 vs. 43.5% (10/23), and there were statistical differences (P<0.05). Conclusions There are differences in clinical findings, cerebrospinal fluid, neural electrophysiological examination and MRI appearances between RIS and CMS.

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