1.TREM-2 Drives Development of Multiple Sclerosis by Promoting Pathogenic Th17 Polarization.
Siying QU ; Shengfeng HU ; Huiting XU ; Yongjian WU ; Siqi MING ; Xiaoxia ZHAN ; Cheng WANG ; Xi HUANG
Neuroscience Bulletin 2024;40(1):17-34
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neuroinflammatory demyelinating disease, mediated by pathogenic T helper 17 (Th17) cells. However, the therapeutic effect is accompanied by the fluctuation of the proportion and function of Th17 cells, which prompted us to find the key regulator of Th17 differentiation in MS. Here, we demonstrated that the triggering receptor expressed on myeloid cells 2 (TREM-2), a modulator of pattern recognition receptors on innate immune cells, was highly expressed on pathogenic CD4-positive T lymphocyte (CD4+ T) cells in both patients with MS and experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) mouse models. Conditional knockout of Trem-2 in CD4+ T cells significantly alleviated the disease activity and reduced Th17 cell infiltration, activation, differentiation, and inflammatory cytokine production and secretion in EAE mice. Furthermore, with Trem-2 knockout in vivo experiments and in vitro inhibitor assays, the TREM-2/zeta-chain associated protein kinase 70 (ZAP70)/signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) signal axis was essential for Th17 activation and differentiation in EAE progression. In conclusion, TREM-2 is a key regulator of pathogenic Th17 in EAE mice, and this sheds new light on the potential of this therapeutic target for MS.
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CD4-Positive T-Lymphocytes/pathology*
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Cell Differentiation
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Multiple Sclerosis
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2.Analysis on spectrum characteristics of high-intensity noise in key industries in Guangdong Province
Jianyu GUO ; Guoyong XU ; Zhipeng HE ; Maosheng YAN ; Yongjian JIANG ; Hua YAN ; Bin XIAO
China Occupational Medicine 2024;51(2):156-162
ObjectiveTo analyze the spectrum distribution characteristics of high-intensity productive noise in key industries in Guangdong Province. Methods A total of 2 806 enterprises in 21 prefecture-level cities in Guangdong Province were selected as the study subjects using the stratified sampling method. On-site investigations were conducted in workplaces. Noise in workplaces and work-sites, and the noise spectrum of the workplaces with sound pressure level ≥85.0 dB(A) were detected. Results The noise of a total of 23 076 workplaces and 20 969 work sites from 30 key industries were monitored. The median (M) and 25th and 75th percentiles (P25, P75) of workplace sound pressure level were 82.3 (78.6, 86.5) dB(A). The rate of the noise exceeded national standard was 30.4%. The sound pressure level M (P25, P75) of work-site was 78.6 (70.0, 83.5) dB(A). The rate of the noise exceeded national standard was 18.0%. Workplace noise and work site noise were positively correlated (Spearman correlation coefficient=0.86, P<0.01). The rate of the noise exceeded national standard was 46.5% in key work sites where the rate of noise exceeded the national standard was ≥25.0%, and corresponding rate of the workplace noise exceeded national standard was 58.1%. The noise spectrum result of 5 636 workplaces sound pressure level>85.0 dB(A) showed that most of the noise source was from grinding machines (441 cases), and the highest average sound pressure level of noise source was from screening machines [93.0 dB(A)]. Cluster analysis results showed that the main noise sources could be divided into three categories, including wideband noise with levels >80.0 dB in all frequency bands except 8 000.0 Hz, medium-high-frequency noise with the highest sound pressure level at 1 000.0, 2 000.0, and 4 000.0 Hz and low frequencies <75.0 dB, and medium-low-frequency noise below 500.0 Hz with sound pressure level >85.0 dB. Conclusion The rate of the noise exceeded national standard in workplace of key industries in Guangdong Province is high, involving a wide range of industries, with high sound pressure levels and obvious spectrum characteristics of corresponding noise sources. Corresponding noise control strategies can be formulated based on different spectrum characteristics and magnitudes.
3.Development of a national health standard:Guideline for pediatric transfusion
Rong HUANG ; Qingnan HE ; Mingyan HEI ; Minghua YANG ; Xiaofan ZHU ; Jun LU ; Xiaojun XU ; Tian-Ming YUAN ; Rong ZHANG ; Xu WANG ; Jinping LIU ; Jing WANG ; Zhili SHAO ; Mingyi ZHAO ; Jia GUO ; Xiny-In WU ; Jiarui CHEN ; Qirong CHEN ; Rong GUI ; Yongjian GUO
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2024;37(7):839-844
Children and adults differ significantly in physiology,biochemistry and immune function,which leads to sig-nificant differences in blood transfusion strategies between children and adults.To guide the clinical transfusion practice of pediatric patients and improve the prognosis of children,the National Health Commission organized the formulation and re-lease of the health industry standard Guideline for Pediatric Transfusion(WS/T 795-2022).This paper will briefly introduce some concepts that help understand of the Standard and the preparation process of the Standard,and explain and interpret the preparation of the"scope","general provisions"and"factors to consider"of the Standard,hoping to contribute to the understanding and implementation of the Standard.
4.Progression,Imaging Characteristics of Left Ventricular Remodeling and the Clinical Value on Decision-making of Intervention in Patients With Aortic Stenosis
Qiaofan CHEN ; Yunqing YE ; Erli ZHANG ; Haiyan XU ; Yongjian WU
Chinese Circulation Journal 2024;39(3):294-300
Aortic stenosis is a valve disease characterized by dynamic and continuous changes in structure and function of left ventricle.Left ventricular remodeling,which embodies pathological changes in myocardial cellular and ventricular geometry,is an important prognostic factor of patients with aortic stenosis.Aortic valve replacement is the only effective treatment for severe aortic stenosis.Current guideline recommendations for interventions are based on symptoms and left ventricular ejection fraction.With the improvements of modern imaging technology,different patterns of remodeling,including hypertrophy and fibrosis,could be identified now.Studies also explored the close association between left ventricular remodeling and function in the setting of aortic stenosis.In this review,we aim to elucidate the characteristic imaging features and potential mechanisms of left ventricular remodeling,and further,we highlight the clinical value of specific imaging features and clinical application of modern imaging methods in the evaluation,risk stratification,and intervention decision-making for patients with aortic stenosis.
5.Multicenter expert recommendations on interventional valve-in-valve technology for mitral bioprosthetic valve destruction in China
Haibo ZHANG ; Xiangbin PAN ; Yingqiang GUO ; Lai WEI ; Jian YANG ; Daxin ZHOU ; Yongjian WU ; Xu MENG ; Liming LIU
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2024;31(08):1090-1095
Mitral valve replacement is one of the most common heart valve surgeries in China. In recent years, with the increase in degenerative valve diseases, older patients, and the progress of anti-calcification technology of biological valves, the proportion of mitral valve biological valve replacement has been increasing year by year. After the damage of traditional mitral valve biological valves, re-operation of valve replacement with thoracotomy is required. However, the adhesion between the heart and sternum, as well as the damage caused by cardiopulmonary bypass and cardiac arrest, can cause significant trauma to elderly patients and those with multiple organ dysfunction, leading to increased mortality and complication rates. In recent years, interventional valve surgery, especially transcatheter valve-in-valve surgery, has developed rapidly. This procedure can correct the damaged mitral valve function without stopping the heart, but there are still many differences between its technical process and conventional aortic valve replacement surgery. Therefore, organizing and writing multicenter expert recommendations on the technical process of transcatheter valve-in-valve surgery for damaged mitral valve biological valves is of great significance for the training and promotion of this technology.
6.Donor haemovigilance: retrospect and prospect
Junhong YANG ; Yongzhu XU ; Xia HUANG ; Jia ZENG ; Yongjian GUO
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2024;37(11):1324-1340
Donor haemovigilance (DHV) is one of the main contents of haemovigilance. In recent years, great progress has been made in improving DHV regulations and standards, establishing and developing DHV systems and promoting blood donor safety. Herein we review the contribution of WHO to promote the construction and development of the global haemovigilance system, the ethical principles of donor safety of the
7.Construction and application of"Internet+TCM nursing service"talent cultivation model in Zhejiang Province
Binlian YAO ; Min XU ; Menghua YE ; Xiaojie CHEN ; Fuying YE ; Yongjian WANG ; Juanying LIN ; Feilin NI ; Xiaolan ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(8):980-986
Objective To construct an"Internet+TCM nursing service"talent cultivation model in Zhejiang Province and to evaluate its application effect.Methods Based on the literature review and expert panels,the"Internet+TCM nursing service"talent cultivation model was constructed in Zhejiang Province.A total of 63 trainees from 63 TCM and integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine hospitals in the province were selected to carry out for 45 days of theoretical training and 9 days of clinical skills training.After the training,the training effect was evaluated by theoretical knowledge,TCM nursing skills,scenario simulation case assessment,trainees'satisfaction,as well as a survey on the results of practice.Results The constructed talent cultivation model contains course contents including theoretical learning,skill training and emergency home treatment management and corresponding assessment programs.Sixty-three trainees successfully completed the course with the theoretical score of(92.24±3.64),the skill score of(97.13±2.53),and the situational case score of(95.78±3.02).Fifty-five trainees(87.30%)were assessed as"excellent"and 8(12.70%)as"good".The trainees'satisfaction about the overall module design of the project was(4.93±0.23)and 415 cases of"Internet+TCM nursing service"were carried out.Conclusion The"Internet+TCM nursing service"talent cultivation model in Zhejiang Province has strong applicability and remarkable training effect,which can provide references for the implementation of"Internet+TCM nursing service"in other regions.
8.Interpretation of the European Respiratory Society Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
Dong XU ; Liru QIU ; Xiaoping LUO ; Xiuyun ZHOU ; Yongjian HUANG
Herald of Medicine 2024;43(12):1869-1873
To improve the understanding of clinicians on the diagnostic criteria and treatment principlis of pulmonary alveolar proteinosis(PAP),which is a rare respiratory disease.European Respiratory Society published the first edition guidelines for PAP,including a systematic review of the literature and the application of the grading of recommendations,assessment,development and evaluation(GRADE)approach to assess the certainty of evidence and the strength of recommendations.Five questions of patient,intervention,comparison,outcome(PICO)and two narrative questions were developed.Recommendations and evidence-based evidence were given,including management of PAP,whole lung lavage,granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor(GM-CSF)therapy,rituximab,plasma exchange,and lung transplantation.In addition,recommendations were given for the use of GM-CSF antibody testing,bronchoalveolar lavage,and lung biopsy.This study is to interpret the main content of the guideline.
9.Vaccination against coronavirus disease 2019 in patients with pulmonary hypertension: A national prospective cohort study
Xiaohan WU ; Jingyi LI ; Jieling MA ; Qianqian LIU ; Lan WANG ; Yongjian ZHU ; Yue CUI ; Anyi WANG ; Cenjin WEN ; Luhong QIU ; Yinjian YANG ; Dan LU ; Xiqi XU ; Xijie ZHU ; Chunyan CHENG ; Duolao WANG ; Zhicheng JING
Chinese Medical Journal 2024;137(6):669-675
Background::Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has potential risks for both clinically worsening pulmonary hypertension (PH) and increasing mortality. However, the data regarding the protective role of vaccination in this population are still lacking. This study aimed to assess the safety of approved vaccination for patients with PH.Methods::In this national prospective cohort study, patients diagnosed with PH (World Health Organization [WHO] groups 1 and 4) were enrolled from October 2021 to April 2022. The primary outcome was the composite of PH-related major adverse events. We used an inverse probability weighting (IPW) approach to control for possible confounding factors in the baseline characteristics of patients.Results::In total, 706 patients with PH participated in this study (mean age, 40.3 years; mean duration after diagnosis of PH, 8.2 years). All patients received standardized treatment for PH in accordance with guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of PH in China. Among them, 278 patients did not receive vaccination, whereas 428 patients completed the vaccination series. None of the participants were infected with COVID-19 during our study period. Overall, 398 patients received inactivated severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) vaccine, whereas 30 received recombinant protein subunit vaccine. After adjusting for baseline covariates using the IPW approach, the odds of any adverse events due to PH in the vaccinated group did not statistically significantly increase (27/428 [6.3%] vs. 24/278 [8.6%], odds ratio = 0.72, P = 0.302). Approximately half of the vaccinated patients reported at least one post-vaccination side effects, most of which were mild, including pain at the injection site (159/428, 37.1%), fever (11/428, 2.6%), and fatigue (26/428, 6.1%). Conclusions::COVID-19 vaccination did not significantly augment the PH-related major adverse events for patients with WHO groups 1 and 4 PH, although there were some tolerable side effects. A large-scale randomized controlled trial is warranted to confirm this finding. The final approval of the COVID-19 vaccination for patients with PH as a public health strategy is promising.
10.Vibration attenuation and dexterity of different types of protective gloves
Bin XIAO ; Yongjian JIANG ; Wei WEN ; Jianyu GUO ; Maosheng YAN ; Guoyong XU ; Zhipeng HE ; Hansheng LIN ; Hua YAN
Journal of Environmental and Occupational Medicine 2022;39(11):1214-1219
Background Wearing anti-vibration gloves is a simple and effective way to prevent hand-arm vibration disease. The requirements for vibration damping gloves are varied by types of operations exposed to vibration. Objective To study the vibration attenuation and dexterity of different types of protective gloves, and to provide reference for scientific wearing of vibration damping gloves for people working with vibration exposure. Methods Nine kinds of common protective gloves (A and B were dipping gloves; C, D, and E were rubber gloves; F and G were textile and fabric gloves; H was cotton gloves; I was leather gloves) used by workers exposed to vibration in 28 factories in Guangdong Province were selected as research objects by typical case sampling method, and the basic parameters of included protective gloves were investigated and measured. According to ISO 10819:2013, a glove vibration transmissibility (GVT) test system was used to detect the vibration transmissibility values and analyze vibration attenuation characteristics of the subjects wearing different protective gloves. The dexterity was tested by Minnesota Manual Dexterity Test. Pearson test was used to analyze the correlations among glove thickness, vibration transmissibility, dexterity score, and grip strength score. Results For rubber gloves (C, D, and E), the associated average adjusted vibration transmissibility at middle and low frequencies

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