1.Optimization of oral fat tolerance test
Yilin HOU ; Qian MA ; Guangyao SONG ; Xiaoyu HOU ; Yamin LU ; Peipei TIAN ; Tingxue ZHANG ; Dandan LIU ; Shaojing ZENG ; Jinrui JI ; Luping REN
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2024;40(3):204-211
Objective:To compare the effects of different test meals on postprandial triglycerides and to optimize the standard meal composition and the blood sampling protocol for the oral fat tolerance test.Methods:This study is a prospective, open-label, randomized, cross-over trial. In March 2023, 36 volunteers were recruited in Hebei General Hospital. They underwent a health examination and oral glucose tolerance test. Twenty-six healthy volunteers(11 males and 15 females) were included in this study, with an average age of(39.08±4.56) years. Each volunteer received 75 g protein meal, 75 g fat meal, 700 kcal fixed-calorie high-fat mixed meal, and a high-fat mixed meal with energy adjusted based on 10 kcal/kg body weight. A one-week washout period of regular diet was applied before each trial. Blood was collected at fasting status and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 hours after a meal to detect serum triglycerides, total cholesterol, low density lipoprotein-cholesterol(LDL-C), high density lipoprotein-cholesterol(HDL-C), glucose, and insulin. The variations of postprandial metabolic indicators over time following the consumption of different test meals were analyzed. The disparities in postprandial metabolic responses between the two types of mixed meals were compared.Results:The protein meal, fat meal, fixed-calorie high-fat mixed meal, and adjusted-calorie high-fat mixed meal resulted in postprandial triglyceride increases of 22.45%, 115.40%, 77.14%, and 63.63%, and insulin increase of 560.43%, 85.69%, 554.18%, and 598.97%, respectively, and with reductions in total cholesterol, LDL-C, and HDL-C ranging from 5.64%-21.81%, respectively. The blood glucose changed slightly. Changes in metabolic indicators mainly occured within 4 hours. The comparison of the characteristics of postprandial triglycerides between the two high-fat mixed meals showed no statistically significant differences( P>0.05). Conclusion:A standardize protocol with a 700 kcal fixed-calorie high-fat mixed meal as test meal, and blood lipid levels measured at fasting and at 1, 2, 3, and 4 hours after consumption, can serve as an optimized approach for oral fat tolerance test.
2.Discussion on Disease Mechanism of Autism Spectrum Disorders from the Concepts of “Vital Activity” and “Qi Configuration”
Lyuyuan LIANG ; Weili DANG ; Jiexin SU ; Lingjia REN ; Jialei CAO ; Bingqi WEI ; Bingxiang MA ; Yamin KONG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(3):256-260
This paper explored the disease mechanism of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) from the perspectives of “vital activity” and “qi configuration”, and it is believed that “vital activity” represents the internal regulatory mechanisms of the human body, while “qi configuration” represents the ability of the body to communicate and adapt to the external environment. Abnormal genetic factors lead to the extinction of vital activity in children with ASD, resulting in increased susceptibility to ASD. Environmental instability leads to the solitary qi configuration in ASD, triggering and exacerbating the manifestations of ASD on the basis of genetic susceptibility. In addition, epigenetic mechanisms also play an important role in the pathogenesis of ASD. Imbalances in vital activity and disruptions in qi configuration result in failure in qi transformation of zang-fu organs, with abnormal symptoms manifested through the five orifices. It is proposed that the treatment of ASD should aim to achieve a harmonious interaction between “vital activity” and “qi configuration” to accelerate the recovery of affected children.
3.Characterization of Static Equilibrium Plantar Pressure in Female Adolescents with Moderate Lenke 3CN Idiopathic Scoliosis
Yi SHI ; Yamin XU ; Xiaoli MA ; Zheng WANG ; Baoxin LI ; Linsheng MENG
Journal of Medical Biomechanics 2024;39(5):923-930
Objective To analyze the differences in static balance plantar pressure characteristics between female adolescent idiopathic scoliosis(AIS)patients with moderate Lenke 3CN and healthy adolescents of the same age,and provide a scientific basis for scoliosis screening,assessment,treatment,and prognosis evaluation.Methods A total of 30 female patients with moderate Lenke 3CN AIS as the AIS group and 30 healthy female adolescents of the same age as the control group were selected,respectively.The plantar pressure data of the subjects were collected,and the characteristics of equilibrium plantar pressure distributions in two groups were comparatively analyzed.Results Regarding the plantar pressure characteristics,the average pressure(P<0.05)and hindfoot pressure(P<0.05)of the left and right foot in the AIS group were significantly greater than those of the control group,the forefoot pressure was significantly lower than that of the control group(P<0.05),and the symmetry index(SI)of both feet was significantly greater than that of the control group(P<0.05).The plantar pressure of the left foot in the AIS group was significantly larger than that of the control group in the medial mid-foot area and 1st toe area(P<0.05),and significantly smaller than that of the control group in the 1st,2nd,3rd,4th and 5th metatarsal areas(P<0.05);the plantar pressure of the right foot in the AIS group was significantly greater than that of the control group in the medial heel area and the1st toe area(P<0.05),and significantly smaller than that of the control group in the lateral mid-foot area,the 3rd,4th,5th metatarsal area and 3rd,4th,5th toe area(P<0.05);and the plantar pressure in the right foot of the AIS group was significantly smaller than that of the control group in the medial heel area and 1st toe area(P<0.05).The plantar pressures at lateral midfoot area,the 3rd,4th,5th metatarsal area and the 3rd,4th,5th toe area of the right foot were significantly larger than those of the control group(P<0.05).Regarding the center of pressure(COP),the length of the COP trajectory,the ellipse area of the 95%confidence interval,the maximum distance of COP left-right movement(COP-X),and the maximum distance of COP anterior-posterior movement(COP-Y)of the AIS group were significantly larger than those of the control group(P<0.05).Conclusions There are significant differences in static balance plantar pressure characteristics between female AIS patients with moderate Lenke 3CN and healthy female adolescents of the same age,with foot pressure favoring the side of the lateral convexity,poorer symmetry and stability of the feet,and weaker balance control.
4.A Review of Classic Formula Tingli Dazao Xiefeitang: Key Information Exploration and Ancient and Modern Applications
Yamin KONG ; Lyuyuan LIANG ; Jialei CAO ; Xuan WANG ; Liyuan CHEN ; Bingqi WEI ; Yujie CHANG ; Yihan LI ; Leying XI ; Bingxiang MA ; Wenli SHI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(24):208-214
Tingli Dazao Xiefeitang is a classic formula for treating lung abscesses and thoracic fluid retention, recognized throughout history and included in the Catalogue of Ancient Classic Formulas (Second Batch). This article employs bibliometric methods to investigate and analyze the source, origin, and key information of Tingli Dazao Xiefeitang, providing a theoretical basis for the development and application of this renowned formula. The results show that Tingli Dazao Xiefeitang first appears in Synopsis of the Golden Chamber (Jin Kui Yao Lue), where three clinical applications are recorded. The original text clearly states that this formula is used to treat lung abscesses and thoracic fluid retention, with symptoms such as inability to lie down due to wheezing, chest and rib fullness, facial edema, inability to rest due to thoracic fluid retention, and cough inversion. This aligns with findings from ancient application research. In later generations, the methods proposed by ZHANG Zhongjing were predominantly used for medication and formulation. Modern applications of Tingli Dazao Xiefeitang focus primarily on the respiratory system, with pleural effusion being the most common condition. For the preparation and decoction, a single dose of 5 g of Descurainiae Semen Lepidii Semen (dried and mature seeds of Lepidium apetalum) processed as stir-fried seeds and 36 g of Jujubae Fructus (dried and mature fruit of Ziziphus jujuba) prepared as raw materials were recommended. Then 600 mL of water was added and Jujubae Fructus was first boiled until the volume reduced to 400 mL. After filtering out the residue, the supernatant was retained and mixed with stir-fried Descurainiae Semen Lepidii Semen, followed by boiling to 200 mL, which should be consumed all at once. This research provides a theoretical basis for the development and application of this formula.
5.Tailoring combinatorial lipid nanoparticles for intracellular delivery of nucleic acids, proteins, and drugs.
Yamin LI ; Zhongfeng YE ; Hanyi YANG ; Qiaobing XU
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2022;12(6):2624-2639
Lipid nanoparticle (LNP)-based drug delivery systems have become the most clinically advanced non-viral delivery technology. LNPs can encapsulate and deliver a wide variety of bioactive agents, including the small molecule drugs, proteins and peptides, and nucleic acids. However, as the physicochemical properties of small- and macromolecular cargos can vary drastically, every LNP carrier system needs to be carefully tailored in order to deliver the cargo molecules in a safe and efficient manner. Our group applied the combinatorial library synthesis approach and in vitro and in vivo screening strategy for the development of LNP delivery systems for drug delivery. In this Review, we highlight our recent progress in the design, synthesis, characterization, evaluation, and optimization of combinatorial LNPs with novel structures and properties for the delivery of small- and macromolecular therapeutics both in vitro and in vivo. These delivery systems have enormous potentials for cancer therapy, antimicrobial applications, gene silencing, genome editing, and more. We also discuss the key challenges to the mechanistic study and clinical translation of new LNP-enabled therapeutics.
6.The effects of "rain classroom" wisdom teaching on nursing students′ self-learning and self-efficacy
Na ZHANG ; Yamin LI ; Lu DENG ; Wen ZHOU ; Xi CHEN ; Peipei MA ; Lu LUO ; Shunying LIU ; Caili MA
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2022;38(29):2280-2285
Objective:To explore the effects of "rain classroom" wisdom teaching on geriatric students′ autonomous learning ability and self-efficacy.Methods:From June to August, 2021, 61 nursing students who practiced in the department of gerontology of the Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University were selected as research subjects, and divided into experimental group (30 students) and control group (31 students) by random number table method. In the experimental group, wisdom teaching based on "Rain classroom" was carried out at the same time as conventional teaching, while in the control group, conventional teaching was carried out, and the teaching effect was evaluated by the independent learning ability measurement scale and academic self-efficacy scale of nursing students.Results:The score of autonomous learning ability of nursing students in the experimental group was 68.55 ± 11.06, and that in the control group was 74.29 ± 9.16. The difference between the two groups was statistically significant ( t = -2.01, P<0.05). The academic self-efficacy scores of nursing students in experimental group and control group were 52.27 ± 11.56 and 52.64 ± 9.28 respectively. There was no significant difference between the two groups ( P>0.05). Conclusions:The wisdom teaching of "rain classroom" improves the independent learning ability of geriatric nursing students, and attaches importance to the cultivation of self-efficacy of nursing students, and the improvement of self-efficacy needs further research.
7.Correlation of urinary 8-oxoguanosine with health assessment indicators in different age groups
Yamin DANG ; Yaqing MA ; Zhen LIU ; Shan JIANG ; Wenbin WU ; Liqun ZHANG ; Jianping CAI ; Huan XI
Chinese Journal of Geriatrics 2021;40(5):623-627
Objective:To investigate the relationship of urinary 8-oxoguanosine(8-oxoGsn)with muscle mass, muscle strength, advanced glycation end products(AGEs), trace elements, heavy metals and other health-related indictors in different age groups of the Beijing area.Methods:A cross-sectional research was conducted.Healthy adults aged 25 to 93 years who sought health examination in the Health Examination Center of Beijing Hospital were recruited.Participants were divided into the young and middle-aged group and the elderly group with age 60 as the cutoff.Urinary 8-oxoGsn levels were detected by mass spectrometry and adjusted using urine creatinine values.Body composition was measured by multifrequency bioelectrical impedance analysis(BIA). Grip strength, 6-meter walking speed and 5-times sit to stand test were conducted by experienced team members.Skin autofluorescence was used to detect skin AGEs.A portable optical scanner was used to detect heavy metals and trace elements using reference points of the palm.Levels of fasting blood glucose, glycosylated hemoglobin, high-density lipoprotein and other common blood biochemical indicators were measured.Results:A total of 106 subjects were enrolled, including 68 in the young and middle-aged group and 38 in the elderly group.The proportion of patients with hypertension(14 ases or 36.8% vs.7 ases or 10.3%), systolic blood pressure[130(120, 140) vs.120(110, 126)mmHg], fasting blood glucose[5.7(5.2, 5.9)mmol/L vs.5.2(4.9, 5.5)mmol/L], glycosylated hemoglobin[6.0(5.7, 6.2)% vs.5.7(5.4, 5.9)%], 8-oxoGsn/Cre[1.9(1.4, 2.6) vs.1.3(1.0, 1.6)], AGEs(2.44±0.46 vs.2.01±0.29), 5-times sit to stand test scores[7.8(6.9, 9.8)s vs.6.0(5.0, 6.8)s], magnesium(31.4±7.2 vs.27.7±6.4), mercury(0.013±0.003 vs.0.008±0.003)and silver[0.011(0.010, 0.012) vs.0.010(0.009, 0.011)]were higher in the elderly group than in the young and middle-aged group, while grip strength[28.0(22.0, 35.1)kg vs.36.6(28.5, 49.1)kg], fat-free mass[44.9(37.5, 51.1)kg vs.53.3(42.4, 58.5)kg], trunk muscle mass[21.0(17.5, 23.9)kg vs.25(19.8, 27.4)kg], appendicular skeletal muscle mass[20.9(17.6, 23.9)kg vs.24.9(19.8, 27.3)kg], calcium[273.3(219.1, 480.0) vs.457.8(428.5, 489.1)], cobalt[0.029(0.027, 0.031) vs.0.031(0.028, 0.034)], selenium[1.44(0.93, 1.71) vs.1.61(1.53, 1.68)]and nickel[3.5(3.3, 4.0)*10 -3vs.3.8(3.6, 4.1)*10 -3]were lower in the elderly group than in the young and middle-aged group( P<0.05). Urinary 8-oxoGsn/Cre levels were positively correlated with age, time of 5-times sit to stand test, AGEs, fasting blood glucose, mercury and aluminum( rs=0.443, 0.292, 0.357, 0.205, 0.316 and 0.214, P<0.05), and negatively correlated with trunk muscle mass, appendicular skeletal muscle mass, fat-free mass, grip strength, silicon and manganese( rs=-0.334, -0.333, -0.332, -0.366, -0.246 and -0.234, P<0.05), with statistical significance. Conclusions:Increased urinary 8-oxoGsn/Cre levels are correlated with decreased muscle mass, poor physical function, accumulation of AGEs, decreased trace element levels and increased heavy metal levels.Therefore, 8-oxoGsn has the potential to be a broadly representative and sensitive indicator for health assessment.
8.Combined Laparoscopic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy and autologous islet transplantation: report of one case and literature review
Shusen WANG ; Kewei MENG ; Tao YANG ; Zhicheng MA ; Boya ZHANG ; Yamin ZHANG ; Zhiping WANG ; Zhongyang SHEN
Chinese Journal of Organ Transplantation 2021;42(5):279-282
Objective:To Eveluate the safty and clinical efficacy of combined laparoscopic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy and autologous islet transplantation in the treatment of solid pseudopapillary neoplasm.Methods:A 22 years old solid pseudopapillary neoplasm female patient who underwent distal pancreatectomy and an autologous islet transplantation at Tianjin First Central Hospital, clinical date for 6 months follow up was collected and analyzed.Results:The patient was well recovered after surgery, and during the post-operative follow up, the fasting blood glucose was 5.72 mmol/L, HbA1c was 6.1%, remained insulin independent, the liver function was kept well.Conclusions:Combined Laparoscopic spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomy and autologous islet transplantation can effectively prevent diabetes after distal pancreatectomy.
9.Initial exploration of transfusion-free liver transplantation
Dazhi TIAN ; Dahong TENG ; Yang YU ; Junjie LI ; Wentao JIANG ; Wei GAO ; Jinzhen CAI ; Yamin ZHANG ; Nan MA ; Wenli YU ; Yiqi WENG ; Daihong LI ; Wei LIU ; Yunhui ZHOU ; Hong ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2021;59(5):348-352
Objective:To evaluate the effect of transfusion-free techniques on the prognosis of liver transplant patients.Methods:The recipients of adult liver transplantation at Tianjin First Central Hospital from August to December 2019 were included in the clinical observation. Liver transplantation without allogeneic blood transfusion was performed through anesthesia management techniques such as acute hemodilution or phlebotomy without volume replacement,maintaining decreased baseline central venous pressure and cell saver. According to the actual results,the patients were divided into two groups: transfusion-free group( n=21) and allogeneic transfusion group( n=28). There were 13 males and 8 females aged of (56.3±11.6) years in the transfusion-free group;and there were 16 males and 12 females aged (54.3±14.2)years in the allogeneic transfusion group. The transplant recipients who had not adopted transfusion management strategy from January to July 2019 were included as control group(27 males and 13 females,aged of (58.9±14.1)years). The clinical data of patients in perioperative period were collected to compare whether there were differences in the recovery of liver function and early complications among the three groups, one-way ANOVA test, rank-sum test, and χ 2 test were used for data analysis. Results:The amount of intraoperative blood loss in both the transfusion-free group and the transfusion group was less than that in the control group((454.2±271.3)ml vs.(673.6±333.4)ml vs.(890.3±346.7)ml; q=-6.342,-5.286,both P<0.05).The duration of stay in ICU of the transfusion-free group was less than that of the transfusion group and control group((36.4±9.1)hours vs.(44.3±14.9)hours vs.(58.2±21.1)hours; q=-4.432,-3.824,both P<0.05).The mean ALT level at 7 days after operation was significantly lower in the transfusion-free group than in the control group((56.8±32.1)U/L vs.(89.6±45.6)U/L; q=-3.358, P<0.05). Conclusions:The improvement of multi-disciplinary transfusion management technology aimed at transfusion-free liver transplantation can effectively reduce intraoperative hemorrhage and help to avoid surgical transfusion. Transfusion-free liver transplantation is beneficial to the early postoperative recovery,and its long-term clinical significance is worthy of further clinical research.
10.Initial exploration of transfusion-free liver transplantation
Dazhi TIAN ; Dahong TENG ; Yang YU ; Junjie LI ; Wentao JIANG ; Wei GAO ; Jinzhen CAI ; Yamin ZHANG ; Nan MA ; Wenli YU ; Yiqi WENG ; Daihong LI ; Wei LIU ; Yunhui ZHOU ; Hong ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2021;59(5):348-352
Objective:To evaluate the effect of transfusion-free techniques on the prognosis of liver transplant patients.Methods:The recipients of adult liver transplantation at Tianjin First Central Hospital from August to December 2019 were included in the clinical observation. Liver transplantation without allogeneic blood transfusion was performed through anesthesia management techniques such as acute hemodilution or phlebotomy without volume replacement,maintaining decreased baseline central venous pressure and cell saver. According to the actual results,the patients were divided into two groups: transfusion-free group( n=21) and allogeneic transfusion group( n=28). There were 13 males and 8 females aged of (56.3±11.6) years in the transfusion-free group;and there were 16 males and 12 females aged (54.3±14.2)years in the allogeneic transfusion group. The transplant recipients who had not adopted transfusion management strategy from January to July 2019 were included as control group(27 males and 13 females,aged of (58.9±14.1)years). The clinical data of patients in perioperative period were collected to compare whether there were differences in the recovery of liver function and early complications among the three groups, one-way ANOVA test, rank-sum test, and χ 2 test were used for data analysis. Results:The amount of intraoperative blood loss in both the transfusion-free group and the transfusion group was less than that in the control group((454.2±271.3)ml vs.(673.6±333.4)ml vs.(890.3±346.7)ml; q=-6.342,-5.286,both P<0.05).The duration of stay in ICU of the transfusion-free group was less than that of the transfusion group and control group((36.4±9.1)hours vs.(44.3±14.9)hours vs.(58.2±21.1)hours; q=-4.432,-3.824,both P<0.05).The mean ALT level at 7 days after operation was significantly lower in the transfusion-free group than in the control group((56.8±32.1)U/L vs.(89.6±45.6)U/L; q=-3.358, P<0.05). Conclusions:The improvement of multi-disciplinary transfusion management technology aimed at transfusion-free liver transplantation can effectively reduce intraoperative hemorrhage and help to avoid surgical transfusion. Transfusion-free liver transplantation is beneficial to the early postoperative recovery,and its long-term clinical significance is worthy of further clinical research.

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