1.Randomized Controlled Trail of Ganlu Qingwen Prescription for Treatment of Community-acquired Pneumonia
Xiangpeng LI ; Fengsen LI ; Ling WANG ; Zheng LI ; Dan XU ; Jiangtao LI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(11):225-236
ObjectiveTo explore the regulatory effect of Ganluqingwen prescription on inflammation and immunity by observing the clinical efficacy of Ganluqingwen prescription in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), so as to provide a clinical basis for the treatment of CAP by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). MethodsA randomized controlled trial was conducted by selecting patients who were diagnosed with CAP and identified as wind-heat attacking lungs in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Hospital of TCM from January 2024 to May 2024 and assigning the patients to a control group (treated by western medicine treatment) or an experimental group (treated by Ganluqingwen prescription combined with western medicine). The data of the enrolled patients before treatment, for three-day treatment, for seven-day treatment, and for 14-day treatment were collected, including basic information, medical history, pneumonia severity index (PSI) classification, and distribution and difference of laboratory and imaging information indexes. The peripheral blood specimens were collected from the patients. and the changes of inflammatory factors in peripheral blood were detected by using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) reagent kits and flow-type multifactor microarrays to evaluate the clinical safety and efficacy of Ganluqingwen prescription in CAP. ResultsCompared with those in the groups before treatment, the total scores of TCM syndromes significantly decreased in both groups (P<0.05). Compared with those in the control group after treatment, the total scores of TCM syndromes decreased more significantly in the experimental group (P<0.05). Compared with the control group after treatment, the experimental group displayed a significantly reduced number of days of fever in patients (P<0.05). Compared with those in the groups before treatment, the leukocyte, neutrophil counts, C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin (PCT), interleukin (IL)-6, alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), creatinine (Cr), creatine kinase (CK), and creatine kinase isoenzymes (CK-MB) in both groups decreased (P<0.05) after treatment. Compared with that in the control group after treatment, the decrease of leukocyte, neutrophil counts, CRP, PCT, IL-6, ALT, AST, Cr, CK, and CK-MB was more pronounced in the experimental group (P<0.05). Compared with those in the group before treatment, the partial pressure of carbon dioxide increased in the experimental group for 3 d of treatment (P<0.05), and the standard alkali residual, actual alkali residual, standard bicarbonate concentration, and actual bicarbonate concentration increased in the experimental group for 7 d of treatment (P<0.05). Compared with that in the group before treatment, D-dimer decreased in the control group for 7 d of treatment (P<0.05). D-dimer and activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) decreased in the experimental group for 3 d of treatment (P<0.05), and D-dimer, fibrinogen (FIB), and APTI significantly decreased in the group for 7 d of treatment (P<0.05). Compared with the group for 3 d of treatment, the experimental group for 7 d of treatment showed decreased FIB (P<0.05). Compared with those in the groups before treatment, the levels of inflammatory factors IL-4, IL-10, and IL-13 were elevated in the peripheral blood of the two groups after treatment, and the levels of B lymphocyte chemoattractant (BLC), interferon gamma-induced protein 10 (IP-10), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1), CRP, IL-2, IL-6, IL-8, IL-17, IL-22, and IL-23p19 were significantly reduced (P<0.01). Compared with the control group after treatment, the experimental group exhibited more significant improvement in indexes above (P<0.01). ConclusionThe group treated by Ganluqingwen prescription combined with western medicine shows more significant effects on reducing total scores of TCM syndromes, lowering the ability of leukocyte and neutrophil counts, decreasing BLC, IP-10, TNF-α, IFN-γ, MCP-1, CRP, IL-2, IL-6, IL-8, IL-17, IL-22, and IL-23p19 in the peripheral blood of the patients, and elevating levels of IL-4, IL-10, and IL-13 than the group treated by western drugs alone.
2.Randomized Controlled Trail of Ganlu Qingwen Prescription for Treatment of Community-acquired Pneumonia
Xiangpeng LI ; Fengsen LI ; Ling WANG ; Zheng LI ; Dan XU ; Jiangtao LI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(11):225-236
ObjectiveTo explore the regulatory effect of Ganluqingwen prescription on inflammation and immunity by observing the clinical efficacy of Ganluqingwen prescription in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP), so as to provide a clinical basis for the treatment of CAP by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). MethodsA randomized controlled trial was conducted by selecting patients who were diagnosed with CAP and identified as wind-heat attacking lungs in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Hospital of TCM from January 2024 to May 2024 and assigning the patients to a control group (treated by western medicine treatment) or an experimental group (treated by Ganluqingwen prescription combined with western medicine). The data of the enrolled patients before treatment, for three-day treatment, for seven-day treatment, and for 14-day treatment were collected, including basic information, medical history, pneumonia severity index (PSI) classification, and distribution and difference of laboratory and imaging information indexes. The peripheral blood specimens were collected from the patients. and the changes of inflammatory factors in peripheral blood were detected by using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) reagent kits and flow-type multifactor microarrays to evaluate the clinical safety and efficacy of Ganluqingwen prescription in CAP. ResultsCompared with those in the groups before treatment, the total scores of TCM syndromes significantly decreased in both groups (P<0.05). Compared with those in the control group after treatment, the total scores of TCM syndromes decreased more significantly in the experimental group (P<0.05). Compared with the control group after treatment, the experimental group displayed a significantly reduced number of days of fever in patients (P<0.05). Compared with those in the groups before treatment, the leukocyte, neutrophil counts, C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin (PCT), interleukin (IL)-6, alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), creatinine (Cr), creatine kinase (CK), and creatine kinase isoenzymes (CK-MB) in both groups decreased (P<0.05) after treatment. Compared with that in the control group after treatment, the decrease of leukocyte, neutrophil counts, CRP, PCT, IL-6, ALT, AST, Cr, CK, and CK-MB was more pronounced in the experimental group (P<0.05). Compared with those in the group before treatment, the partial pressure of carbon dioxide increased in the experimental group for 3 d of treatment (P<0.05), and the standard alkali residual, actual alkali residual, standard bicarbonate concentration, and actual bicarbonate concentration increased in the experimental group for 7 d of treatment (P<0.05). Compared with that in the group before treatment, D-dimer decreased in the control group for 7 d of treatment (P<0.05). D-dimer and activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) decreased in the experimental group for 3 d of treatment (P<0.05), and D-dimer, fibrinogen (FIB), and APTI significantly decreased in the group for 7 d of treatment (P<0.05). Compared with the group for 3 d of treatment, the experimental group for 7 d of treatment showed decreased FIB (P<0.05). Compared with those in the groups before treatment, the levels of inflammatory factors IL-4, IL-10, and IL-13 were elevated in the peripheral blood of the two groups after treatment, and the levels of B lymphocyte chemoattractant (BLC), interferon gamma-induced protein 10 (IP-10), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1), CRP, IL-2, IL-6, IL-8, IL-17, IL-22, and IL-23p19 were significantly reduced (P<0.01). Compared with the control group after treatment, the experimental group exhibited more significant improvement in indexes above (P<0.01). ConclusionThe group treated by Ganluqingwen prescription combined with western medicine shows more significant effects on reducing total scores of TCM syndromes, lowering the ability of leukocyte and neutrophil counts, decreasing BLC, IP-10, TNF-α, IFN-γ, MCP-1, CRP, IL-2, IL-6, IL-8, IL-17, IL-22, and IL-23p19 in the peripheral blood of the patients, and elevating levels of IL-4, IL-10, and IL-13 than the group treated by western drugs alone.
3.Practice and effect evaluation of refined setting of evidence-based reference prescription pre-audit rules in anes-thesiology department
Xiaomin XING ; Xiangpeng LI ; Xinyi WANG ; Lina WEI ; Wenjing LI ; Jing LI
China Pharmacy 2024;35(14):1690-1695
OBJECTIVE To optimize the pre-audit rules for anesthesia prescriptions, improve the audit quality and rational drug use. METHODS The inpatient medical orders of anesthesia department from prescription pre-audit system of the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University (hereinafter referred to as “our hospital”) were analyzed from April 1 to 30, 2023. The classification statistics and evidence-based inquiry were carried out for irrational drug use issues; combined with our hospital’s current implementation of the Anesthesiology Clinical Pathway Medication Standards, the audit rules were set in details, and audit management and communication feedback processes were established. The total number of monthly audited orders, the number of pre-audit pop ups, system interception rate, physician modification rate after system audit, pharmacist audit rate, and reasonable rate of medical orders after refined setting of rules (May-December in 2023) were compared with before setting (April in 2023); the average medication cost per anesthesia session after refined setting of rules was also compared with before setting (May- December in 2022). RESULTS Irrational drug use in the anesthesia department mainly included inappropriate indications, inappropriate administration routes, inappropriate usage and dosage, inappropriate compatibility, medication problems in special populations, and improper medication during the perioperative period. After the refinement of the rules, the number of pre-audit pop ups in the anesthesia department significantly decreased over time, and gradually reached a stable state after continuous improvement. Compared with before setting, the system interception rate after the refinement of rules (P<0.001), physician modification rate after system audit (P<0.001) both increased significantly, while the pharmacist audit rate significantly decreased (P<0.001). There was a linear trend between the reasonable rate of medical orders and the month from May to December in 2023 (P<0.05). Compared with before the setting, the average medication cost of anesthesia per session decreased from 720.72 yuan to 528.21 yuan, with a decrease of 26.71%. CONCLUSIONS Based on evidence-based reference, refining pre-audit rules for anesthesia prescriptions can significantly improve the quality of prescription examination, promote rational drug use, and save patient’s medical expenses.
4.Optimization of processing technology and quality characterization of wine-steamed Taxillus chinensis
Huifeng LI ; Hui LI ; Shuang MENG ; Xiaotao WANG ; Zhiwei WANG ; Xiangpeng KONG ; Haixian ZHAN ; Yingli WANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(11):1320-1326
OBJECTIVE To optimize the steaming and processing technology of wine-steamed Taxillus chinensis, and to characterize its quality. METHODS Using the content of avicularin, quercitrin, quercetin and appearance traits as evaluation indicators, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP)-entropy weight method was used to determine the weights of each indicator, and the comprehensive scores of those indicators were used as response values. Box-Behnken response surface method was used to investigate the effects of solid-liquid ratio (g/mL), soaking time, and steaming time on the processing technology of wine-steamed T. chinensis, optimize the best processing technology, and verify it. Fifteen batches of T. chinensis decoction pieces from different origins were used to prepare wine-steamed T. chinensis using the best processing technology, and their qualities were characterized. RESULTS The optimal processing technology for wine-steamed T. chinensis was to take 100 g of T. chinensis decoction pieces, add 20 mL of yellow wine, seal and moisten for 2 h, steam at normal pressure for 1 h, take out and dry at 50 ℃. The surface of wine-steamed T. chinensis prepared by the optimal processing technology was reddish brown or brownish, and its powder was dark brown, with a hard or brittle texture that was easy to break, and had a slight aroma of alcohol, and an astringent taste. Results of microscopic and thin-layer identification for the stem cross-section of wine-steamed T. chinensis were the same as those of raw T. chinensis. The contents of moisture, total ash and acid-insoluble ash were 3.92%-8.75%, 2.27%-5.08%, and 0.19%-0.82%, respectively; the contents of water-soluble extract were 11.28%-18.56%, and the contents of alcohol-soluble extract were 3.36%-8.58%; the contents of avicularin, quercitrin, and quercetin were 0.22-1.64, 0.26-2.45, and 0.01-0.38 mg/g, respectively. CONCLUSIONS This study successfully optimized the processing technology of wine-steamed T. chinensis and preliminarily characterized its quality, which can provide reference for the standardized processing and establishment of quality standards for wine-steamed T. chinensis decoction mail:wyl@sxtcm.edu.cn pieces.
5.Optimization of processing technology and quality characterization of wine-steamed Taxillus chinensis
Huifeng LI ; Hui LI ; Shuang MENG ; Xiaotao WANG ; Zhiwei WANG ; Xiangpeng KONG ; Haixian ZHAN ; Yingli WANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(11):1320-1326
OBJECTIVE To optimize the steaming and processing technology of wine-steamed Taxillus chinensis, and to characterize its quality. METHODS Using the content of avicularin, quercitrin, quercetin and appearance traits as evaluation indicators, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP)-entropy weight method was used to determine the weights of each indicator, and the comprehensive scores of those indicators were used as response values. Box-Behnken response surface method was used to investigate the effects of solid-liquid ratio (g/mL), soaking time, and steaming time on the processing technology of wine-steamed T. chinensis, optimize the best processing technology, and verify it. Fifteen batches of T. chinensis decoction pieces from different origins were used to prepare wine-steamed T. chinensis using the best processing technology, and their qualities were characterized. RESULTS The optimal processing technology for wine-steamed T. chinensis was to take 100 g of T. chinensis decoction pieces, add 20 mL of yellow wine, seal and moisten for 2 h, steam at normal pressure for 1 h, take out and dry at 50 ℃. The surface of wine-steamed T. chinensis prepared by the optimal processing technology was reddish brown or brownish, and its powder was dark brown, with a hard or brittle texture that was easy to break, and had a slight aroma of alcohol, and an astringent taste. Results of microscopic and thin-layer identification for the stem cross-section of wine-steamed T. chinensis were the same as those of raw T. chinensis. The contents of moisture, total ash and acid-insoluble ash were 3.92%-8.75%, 2.27%-5.08%, and 0.19%-0.82%, respectively; the contents of water-soluble extract were 11.28%-18.56%, and the contents of alcohol-soluble extract were 3.36%-8.58%; the contents of avicularin, quercitrin, and quercetin were 0.22-1.64, 0.26-2.45, and 0.01-0.38 mg/g, respectively. CONCLUSIONS This study successfully optimized the processing technology of wine-steamed T. chinensis and preliminarily characterized its quality, which can provide reference for the standardized processing and establishment of quality standards for wine-steamed T. chinensis decoction mail:wyl@sxtcm.edu.cn pieces.
6.A comparative study of enzymatic digestion methods for the preparation of single-cell suspensions from the lamina propria of the mouse intestine
Qin ZENG ; Ying LIANG ; Xinhui WANG ; Lei YAN ; Xiangpeng WANG ; Jiayi YANG ; Renhuan YU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2024;34(4):92-99
Objective To investigate the optimal digestion method for the preparation of single-cell suspensions from mouse small intestinal lamina propria.Methods Ten mouse small intestines of uniform length were collected and randomly divided into two groups.Each group was used to prepare lamina propria single-cell suspensions by enzymatic digestion with collagenase A or collagenase Ⅷ.We compared the effects of these two enzymatic digestion method on the cell yield,cell activity,and cell surface antigens of the single-cell suspensions.Single-cell suspensions prepared by the superior enzymatic digestion method were then subjected to flow cytometry assay.Results Compared to collagenase-Ⅷ-based enzymatic digestion,collagenase-A-based digestion result ed in a higher cell yield(9.48±1.10)× 109vs(4.18±1.02)×109and higher proportions of live cells(86.36±3.32)%vs(61.62±10.93)%,active CD45+cells(57.19±5.11)%vs(26.01±11.44)%,active CD3+cells(8.73±2.89)%vs(4.52±2.49)%,active CD4+cells(6.19±2.09)%vs(3.22±1.91)%,and active B220+cells(15.06±4.27)%vs(5.07±2.20)%,providing high-quality cells for subsequent flow assays.Conclusions The collagenase A-based enzymatic digestion method is more suitable for the preparation of ingle-cell suspensions from the lamina propria of ouse small intestines.
7.Research Strategy on the Standard Route of Overseas Registration of Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulations
Lin LIN ; Yong TAN ; Bo WEN ; Jiayin WEI ; Xiaoyu FENG ; Xiangpeng WANG ; Yuwen XIA ; Longhui YANG
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;26(3):557-563
Objective To explore the ideas,methods and pathways for the registration of Chinese medicine prescriptions in overseas countries,to form a strategy for overseas registration of Chinese medicine,and to provide technical support and reference for China's Chinese medicine prescriptions to go abroad.Methods Five representative countries were selected to form corresponding expert teams and exchange platforms for international cooperation.The laws,regulations,rules,standards,specifications and technical guidance documents related to Chinese medicine prescription preparations of the target countries were used as pathway research materials,and the documents were translated directly,naturalized,proofread and diagrammed,and a problem-oriented mechanism for consultation with domestic and international experts was established to form a pathway for overseas registration of Chinese medicine prescription preparations.Results The path for standardization of overseas registration of Chinese medicines was clarified,and the detailed registration paths and corresponding work strategies of Chinese medicines in five countries were formulated with flow charts,tables and explanatory texts.Conclusion By developing standardized registration pathways for traditional Chinese medicine in target countries,reference can be provided for the internationalization of Chinese herbal formula preparations.
8.Clinical features and follow-up study on 55 patients with adolescence-onset methylmalonic acidemia
Xue MA ; Zhehui CHEN ; Huiting ZHANG ; Ruxuan HE ; Qiao WANG ; Yuan DING ; Jinqing SONG ; Ying JIN ; Mengqiu LI ; Hui DONG ; Yao ZHANG ; Mei LU ; Xiangpeng LU ; Huiqian CAO ; Yuqi WANG ; Yongxing CHEN ; Hong ZHENG ; Yanling YANG
Chinese Journal of Pediatrics 2024;62(6):520-525
Objective:To investigate the clinical features and outcomes of adolescence-onset methylmalonic acidemia (MMA) and explore preventive strategies.Methods:This was a retrospective case analysis of the phenotypes, genotypes and prognoses of adolescence-onset MMA patients. There were 55 patients diagnosed in Peking University First Hospital from January 2002 to June 2023, the data of symptoms, signs, laboratory results, gene variations, and outcomes was collected. The follow-ups were done through WeChat, telephone, or clinic visits every 3 to 6 months.Results:Among the 55 patients, 31 were males and 24 were females. The age of onset was 12 years old (range 10-18 years old). They visited clinics at Tanner stages 2 to 5 with typical secondary sexual characteristics. Nine cases (16%) were trigged by infection and 5 cases (9%) were triggered by insidious exercises. The period from onset to diagnosis was between 2 months and 6 years. Forty-five cases (82%) had neuropsychiatric symptoms as the main symptoms, followed by cardiovascular symptoms in 12 cases (22%), kidney damage in 7 cases (13%), and eye disease in 12 cases (22%). Fifty-four cases (98%) had the biochemical characteristics of methylmalonic acidemia combined with homocysteinemia, and 1 case (2%) had the isolated methylmalonic acidemia. Genetic diagnosis was obtained in 54 cases, with 20 variants identified in MMACHC gene and 2 in MMUT gene. In 53 children with MMACHC gene mutation,1 case had dual gene variants of PRDX1 and MMACHC, with 105 alleles. The top 5 frequent variants in MMACHC were c.482G>A in 39 alleles (37%), c.609G>A in 17 alleles (16%), c.658_660delAAG in 11 alleles (10%), c.80A>G in 10 alleles (10%), c.567dupT and c.394C>T both are 4 alleles (4%). All patients recovered using cobalamin, L-carnitine, betaine, and symptomatic therapy, and 54 patients (98%) returned to school or work.Conclusions:Patients with adolescence-onset MMA may triggered by fatigue or infection. The diagnosis is often delayed due to non-specific symptoms. Metabolic and genetic tests are crucial for a definite diagnosis. Treatment with cobalamin, L-carnitine, and betaine can effectively reverse the prognosis of MMA in adolescence-onset patients.
9.Comparative analysis of handheld full process visual navigation and robot assisted total hip arthroplasty results
Yi LI ; Peng REN ; Guoqiang ZHANG ; Xin ZHI ; Ming NI ; Xiangpeng KONG ; Wang GU
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2024;44(21):1393-1400
Objective:To compare the precision and stability of handheld full-course visual navigation and robot-assisted total hip arthroplasty (THA), as well as to evaluate perioperative laboratory indicators and clinical efficacy.Methods:A retrospective analysis was performed on 68 patients with unilateral hip joint disorders who underwent primary THA at the General Hospital of the People's Liberation Army of China from January to June 2024. Patients were divided into two groups based on the assistance method: the Visual Treatment Solution (VTS) group, which included 34 patients (13 males, 21 females; mean age 56.92±8.31 years; body mass index[BMI] 24.20±3.55 kg/m 2), and the MAKO group, also with 34 patients (18 males, 16 females; mean age 57.97±6.54 years; BMI 25.20±3.91 kg/m 2). Among the VTS group, 1 there were 18 cases on the left side and 16 cases on the right side, including 14 cases of femoral head necrosis, 8 cases of congenital hip dysplasia, and 12 cases of hip osteoarthritis. In the MAKO group, there were 19 cases on the left side and 15 cases on the right side, including 13 cases of femoral head necrosis, 10 cases of congenital hip dysplasia, and 11 cases of hip osteoarthritis. Preoperative planning, intraoperative verification deviations, postoperative acetabular prosthesis anteversion and abduction angles, and limb length discrepancies were analyzed. Acetabular angle distribution scatter plots were generated for intraoperative verification and postoperative imaging. The operation time, hospital stay, and laboratory values, including hemoglobin (Hb) loss, fibrinogen degradation products (FDP), D-dimer, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hCRP), as well as postoperative pain (measured by the visual analogue scale, VAS), hip Harris score (HHS), and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) scores were recorded. Results:No statistically significant differences were observed between postoperative imaging measurements of anteversion and abduction angles and intraoperative verification values ( P>0.05). Postoperative imaging indicated that 91% (31/34) of the VTS group and 100% (34/34) of the MAKO group were within the Lewinnek safety zone. The scatter distribution of angles in the MAKO group was more concentrated than that in the VTS group. Furthermore, the angle deviation between intraoperative verification and preoperative planning was significantly greater in the VTS group for both anteversion (2.00° [-1.00°, 4.00°] vs. 0.00° [-1.00°, 1.00°]) and abduction angles (-1.00° [-5.00°, 0.00°] vs. 0.00° [-1.00°, 1.00°]; P<0.05). The bilateral limb length discrepancies were 1.35(0.67, 2.45) mm in the VTS group and 1.65(0.50, 2.52) mm in the MAKO group, with no significant difference noted ( P>0.05). Both methods achieved effective hip biomechanical reconstruction. Additionally, no significant differences in operation time, Hb loss, FDP, D-dimer, hCRP, or postoperative hospital stay were found ( P>0.05). Follow-up at one and three months postoperatively showed no significant differences in VAS (2.94±0.92 vs. 2.97±0.83), HHS (69.88±4.20 vs. 70.06±3.88), or WOMAC scores (22.44±3.15 vs. 22.76±3.39) between the two groups ( P>0.05). Conclusion:The stability of preoperative planning and design in robot-assisted total hip arthroplasty is superior to that of handheld navigation methods. Nevertheless, both approaches demonstrate comparable postoperative prosthesis stability, laboratory indicators, and clinical outcomes.
10.A preliminary study on the construction and standardization of procedures for ambulatory joint arthroplasty surgery
Ning WANG ; Xiangpeng KONG ; Zhendong ZHANG ; Shaokui NAN ; Haifeng LI ; Wei CHAI
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2024;44(21):1401-1408
Objective:To investigate the safety and effectiveness of ambulatory joint arthroplasty and to establish a standardized procedure for outpatient joint replacement surgery.Methods:The clinical data from patients who underwent joint replacement surgery at the Orthopaedics Department of the General Hospital of PLA Fourth Medical Center between April 2023 and January 2024 were retrospectively analyzed. After screening and evaluation, fifty-nine patients who met specific criteria were enrolled for elective ambulatory surgery, including unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA), total knee arthroplasty (TKA), and total hip arthroplasty (THA). For comparison, a 1∶1 matched control group was created from patients who underwent primary joint arthroplasty with routine hospitalization during the same period, matched by gender and surgical procedure. Functional outcomes were assessed pre- and post-operatively using the visual analogue scale (VAS), Harris hip score (HHS), and American Knee Society score (KSS). Postoperative complications, post-discharge complications, unplanned 90-day readmissions, and reoperations were analyzed.Results:The ambulatory surgery group had an average age of 62.0±6.5 years (range 53-76 years), which was significantly younger than the inpatient group at 66.2±8.3 years (range 46-81 years; t=3.707, P=0.002). No significant differences were observed in demographics such as body mass index (BMI) and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification ( P>0.05). The incidence of complications, including nausea, vomiting, and severe pain, was similar between groups, with no statistically significant difference (χ 2=0.083, P=0.752). One case of unplanned emergency treatment occurred in the day-surgery group, but post-discharge complication rates did not significantly differ between the groups (3 cases vs. 1 case, P=0.473). The rate of delayed discharge in the ambulatory surgery group was 9%, primarily due to acute complications such as nausea, vomiting, severe pain, and poor patient compliance. VAS scores were lower in the ambulatory group compared to the conventional group within two weeks post-surgery, showing a statistically significant difference ( P<0.05). At one week post-surgery, the Harris hip score of ambulatory patients was significantly improved compared to the inpatient group ( t=7.362, P=0.027). The KSS knee score and KSS function score also showed significant improvement at two weeks post-surgery in the ambulatory group ( P<0.05). Cost-benefit analysis indicated that the hospitalization cost for ambulatory UKA (19.5±0.42 k CNY, excluding prosthesis costs) was approximately 3,000 CNY less than that for conventional surgery (22.5±0.41 k CNY), a statistically significant difference ( t=3.699, P=0.001). Conclusion:Ambulatory joint arthroplasty is a safe and effective option for selected patients, with manageable short-term postoperative complications. This outpatient surgery model promotes early recovery of joint function and provides effective pain management. Ambulatory UKA, in particular, offers enhanced cost-effectiveness, reduced length of stay, and faster bed turnover, making it a valuable approach for wider adoption.

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