1.Clinical effects comparison of different approaches and anterior attachment release methods in temporomandibular joint disc repositioning and anchoring surgery
WANG Hao ; WANG Wei ; LI Qiang ; YAN Jiaxuan ; NIE Wei ; GUO Yanjun ; YAN Wei ; CHEN Yong
Journal of Prevention and Treatment for Stomatological Diseases 2025;33(2):129-136
Objective:
To explore the therapeutic effects of different surgical methods for temporomandibular joint disc reduction and anchoring surgery, providing reference for optimizing this surgical procedure.
Method:
The study was approved by the hospital ethics committee. 173 patients (195 joints) who underwent temporomandibular joint disc repositioning and anchoring surgery were selected for retrospective analysis. Patients were categorized into groups A (traditional preauricular incision-scalpel/tissue scissors anterior attachment release), 35 patients (40 joints), B (traditional preauricular incision-plasma bipolar radiofrequency electrode anterior attachment release), 42 patients (46 joints), C (revised tragus incision - scalpel/tissue scissors anterior attachment release), 50 patients (58 joints), and D (revised tragus incision-plasma bipolar radiofrequency electrode anterior attachment release), 46 patients (51 joints). After a 6-month postoperative follow-up, the differences in maximum mouth opening (MMO), visual analogue scale (VAS), effective rate of joint disc reduction, incidence of preauricular numbness, obvious scars among patients in each group at 1, 3, and 6 months were compared postoperatively.
Results:
After surgery, the MMO of all four groups of patients initially shrunk and then gradually increased compared to before surgery. At the 1-month follow-up after surgery, the plasma bipolar radiofrequency release (B+D) group had a smaller impact on the patient’s MMO compared to the surgical knife/tissue scissors release (A+C) group (P < 0.05). Postoperative VAS scores for all four groups showed a gradual decrease from pre-operative levels, with the (B+D) group scoring significantly lower in the first month post-surgery compared to the (A+C) group (P < 0.05). Six months post-surgery, the rate of joint disc reduction of the four groups were higher than 95%, with no significant differences observed between the groups (P > 0.05). Patients in the revised tragus incision (C+D) group experienced a lower rate of preauricular numbness compared to those in the traditional preauricular incision (A+B) group (4.59% vs. 12.79%, P < 0.05), The incidence of obvious scars in the (C+D) group was significantly lower than that in the (A+B) group (3.67% vs. 23.26%, P < 0.05).
Conclusion
The revised tragus incision is superior to traditional preauricular incision in terms of protecting the auriculotemporal nerve and the scars were more inconspicuous. Further, the plasma bipolar radiofrequency electrode is superior to the scalpel/tissue scissors in terms of mouth opening recovery and pain control. For temporomandibular joint disc reduction and anchoring surgery, a modified tragus incision combined with plasma bipolar radiofrequency electrode to release the anterior attachment of the joint disc can be recommended as a surgical option.
2.A New Model for Diagnosis and Treatment of Growth and Development-related Diseases from the Perspective of the Integration of Exercise, Medicine, and Education
Jiaqi QIANG ; Yutong WANG ; Jiaxuan LIU ; Yingjing WANG ; Shi CHEN ; Hui PAN
Medical Journal of Peking Union Medical College Hospital 2025;16(3):537-544
Growth and development-related diseases result from the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors. The collaboration between healthcare, sports, and education sectors integrates multidisciplinary resources and strengths to promote standardized diagnostic and therapeutic processes. This approach establishes a comprehensive closed-loop system encompassing early screening and referral, diagnosis and comprehensive evaluation, intervention and support plan formulation, as well as long-term management andoutcome assessment. It provides systematic scientific support for the healthy growth of children and adolescents, shifting disease intervention to the subclinical stage. Against the backdrop of societal informatization and intelligent development, this diagnostic and therapeutic model not only safeguards the holistic health of children and adolescents but also offers novel perspectives and feasible pathways for managing growth and development-related diseases. The implementation of this systematic diagnostic and therapeutic paradigm presents an innovative solution with Chinese characteristics for addressing such conditions, while injecting new vitality into the advancement of national health initiatives.
3.The Mediating Effect of Vitamin D on the Association Between Exercise and Triglyceride in Adolescents: A Prospective Cross-sectional Study
Bochuan HUANG ; Xiaoyuan GUO ; Yutong WANG ; Jiaxuan LIU ; Hui PAN ; Shi CHEN
Medical Journal of Peking Union Medical College Hospital 2025;16(3):584-590
To investigate the mediating role of vitamin D in the association between exerciseand triglyceride among adolescents, as well as its potential molecular mechanisms. This prospective cross-sectional study utilized convenience sampling, enrolling 2021-grade students from Jining No. 7 Middle School on June 5, 2023. Moderate-intensity exercise frequency was assessed via standardized questionnaires, serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels were measured using chemiluminescence, and triglyceride levels were determined via fully automated biochemical analysis. Spearman's rank correlation analysis was employed to examine the relationships among moderate-intensity exercise, triglyceride, and vitamin D. A mediation model was constructed using the Baron & Kenny causal steps approach, adjusting for confounders including age, sex, body mass index (BMI), dairy intake, sweet food consumption, and fast-food intake. Subgroup analyses were performed based on BMI. The significance of the mediation effect was confirmed using both the Bootstrap and Sobel tests. A total of 354 adolescents meeting the inclusion criteria were enrolled, including 142 females (40.11%) and 212 males (59.89%), with a median age of 13.25(12.83, 13.83)years. Spearman's analysis revealed a significant negative correlation between moderate-intensity exercise and triglyceride levels ( Vitamin D serves as a key mediator in the triglyceride-lowering effect of exercise among adolescents, independent of age, sex, and dietary habits. This mediation effect is particularly pronounced in adolescents with BMI < 24 kg/m2. The underlying mechanism may involve vitamin D-regulated lipid metabolism-related gene expression and suppression of inflammatory pathways, suggesting that targeting vitamin D signaling could be a potential molecular strategy for early intervention in adolescent dyslipidemia.
4.Association between negative life events and smartphone addiction among middle school students
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(5):619-623
Objective:
To explore the association between negative life events and smartphone addiction among middle school students, so as to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for prevention and intervention of smartphone addiction among middle school students.
Methods:
Using cluster sampling, 8 890 students were selected to survey from 27 junior high schools and 3 senior high schools in a district of Shenzhen in 2022 (baseline) and 2023 (followup). Data were collected through selfresigned questionnaires on basic information, the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version, and the Adolescent Selfrating Life Events Checklist. Mixedeffects models were employed to analyze the association.
Results:
Compared to 2022, the punishment scores of middle school students in 2023 [1.00 (0.00, 6.00) and 1.00 (0.00, 6.00)] decreased (Z=4.27), while the scores of interpersonal stress, learning stress and adaptation [4.00(0.00, 8.00), 4.00(0.00, 8.00); 4.00(1.00, 8.00), 5.00(2.00, 9.00); 2.00 (0.00, 6.00), 3.00 (0.00, 7.00)] increased (Z=-3.04, -8.36, -6.80) (P<0.01). Mixedeffects models revealed a positive doseresponse relationship between negative life events and smartphone addiction (OR=1.08-1.17, P<0.01). Stepwise regression showed independent positive effects of interpersonal stress (OR=1.05), academic stress (OR=1.03), and adaptation stress (OR=1.11) on smartphone addiction (P<0.01). Subgroup analysis of nonaddicted students in 2022 confirmed persistent associations for academic stress (OR=1.03) and adaptation (OR=1.07) (P<0.01).
Conclusion
Negative life events exhibit a positive doseresponse relationship with smartphone addiction, particularly interpersonal stress, academic stress, and adaptationrelated events.
5.Longitudinal association between compulsive behaviour and smartphone addiction in middle school students
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(5):638-641
Objective:
To explore the potential causal association between adolescent compulsive behaviour and smartphone addiction based on longitudinal data, so as to provide reference for the establishment of adolescent smartphone addiction interventions.
Methods:
A preliminary survey and follow-up were conducted on 8 907 middle and high school students in a district of Shenzhen in 2022 and 2023, respectively. Compulsive behaviours were measured by using the Mental Health Inventory for Middle School Students-60 Items (MMHI-60), smartphone addiction was assessed by using the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version ( SAS- SV), and the associations between compulsive behaviours and smartphone addiction were analysed by using multilevel mixed-effects models and subgroup analyses.
Results:
Smartphone addiction detection rates among middle school students were significantly associated with genders, father s education level, mother s education level, study load subgroups, and whether or not they were single-parent families, and there were statistical differences ( χ 2=17.21-175.34, P <0.05). Students with compulsive behaviours were 2.98 times more likely to develop smartphone addiction than those without compulsive behaviours ( OR=2.98, 95%CI=2.77-3.22, P <0.05). Subgroup analysis of middle school students without smartphone addiction in the first year found that compulsive behaviours significantly predicted smartphone addiction ( OR= 1.76 , 95%CI=1.54-2.01, P <0.05).
Conclusion
There is a potential causal association between obsessive-compulsive behaviours and smartphone addiction in middle school students, and obsessive-compulsive behaviours in middle school students could significantly predicted the occurrence of smartphone addiction.
6.Effects of Xiaozhong Zhitong Mixture (消肿止痛合剂) on Angiogenesis and the Dll4/Notch1 Signaling Pathway in Wound Tissue of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Model Rats
Xiao HAN ; Tao LIU ; Yuan SONG ; Jie CHEN ; Jiaxuan SHEN ; Jing QIAO ; Hengjie WANG ; Lewen WU ; Yazhou ZHAO
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;66(16):1695-1703
ObjectiveTo investigate the potential machanism of Xiaozhong Zhitong Mixture (消肿止痛合剂, XZM) in the treatment of diabetes foot ulcer (DFU). MethodsFifty SD rats were randomly divided into blank group, model group, XZM group, inhibitor group, XZM plus inhibitor group (combination group), with 10 rats in each group. Except for the blank group, rats were fed with high-sugar, high-fat, high-cholesterol diet, intraperitoneally injected with streptozotocin, and subjected to skin defect to establish DFU model. After successful modeling, the XZM group and the combination group were given 1 ml/(100 g·d)of XZM by gavage, while the blank group, model group, and inhibitor group were all given an equal volume of 0.9% sodium chloride injection by gavage. Thirty minutes later, the inhibitor group and the combination group were intraperitoneally injected with 5 mg/(kg·d) of Notch1 inhibitor DAPT. All groups were treated once a day. After 14 days of administration, the skin tissue from the dorsal foot of the blank group rats and wound tissue from the other groups were collected. The pathological changes of granulation tissue in the wound were detected using hematoxylin eosin (HE) staining. The microvascular density (MVD) in wounds was detected through immunohistochemical staining. Real time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and western blotting were used to detect the mRNA and protein levels of Notch1 homolog (Notch1), Delta-like ligand 4 (Dll4), Delta-like ligand 4 (VEGF), and angiopoietin 2 (Ang-2), respectively. ResultsHistological results showed that the epidermal structure in the dorsal foot skin tissue of the rats in the blank group was intact. In the wound tissue of the model group, the epidermis exhibited excessive keratinization, vacuolar cytoplasm, and a large number of inflammatory cells infiltrating the tissue, while in the XZM group, a large amount of scab formation was observed in the epidermis, with no significant inflammatory cell infiltration and a noticeable increase in fibroblasts. In the combination group and the inhibitor group, partial epidermal scab formation was observed in the wound tissue with a small amount of inflammatory cell infiltration. Compared to those in the blank group, the MVD in the wound tissue increased in the model group, as well as the mRNA expression and protein levels of Notch1 and Dll4, while VEGFA and Ang-2 mRNA expression and protein levels significantly decreased (P<0.05 or P<0.01). Compared to those in the model group, the MVD in the wound tissue of all medication groups significantly increased, and the mRNA and protein levels of Notch1 and Dll4 decreased, while VEGFA and Ang-2 mRNA expression and protein levels increased (P<0.05 or P<0.01). Compared to the XZM group, the inhibitor group and the combination group showed decreased MVD in wound tissue, increased Notch1 and Dll4 mRNA and protein levels, and decreased expression of VEGFA and Ang-2 mRNA and proteins (P<0.05 or P<0.01). ConclusionXZM can effectively promote wound healing in DFU rats, and its mechanism of action may be related to the inhibition of Dll4/Notch1 signaling pathway in the wound tissue, therey promoting angiogenesis.
7.Design and investigation of CRISPRi tools based on dCasMINI protein
Xinwen CHEN ; Jiaxuan CAO ; Shuquan RAO
Basic & Clinical Medicine 2024;44(6):821-827
Objective To explore the design of CRISPR interference(CRISPRi)tools based on the deactivated CasMINI(dCasMINI)protein and to evaluate their transcriptional inhibition effects.Methods The tetracycline-on(tet-on)system,flow cytometry,and quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction(RT-qPCR)were used to evaluate the transcriptional inhibition effects of dCasMINI system in mammalian cells at three level-plasmid genes,exogenous genomic loci,and endogenous genomic loci.Additionally,six dCasMINI-CRISPRi tools(dCasMINI,dCasMINI-ZIM3 KRAB,dCasMINI-KRAB-MeCP2,dCasMINI-ZNF324 KRAB,dCasMINI-3x KRAB,and dCasMINI-Com-KRAB-MECP2)were designed and compared for their transcriptional inhibition effects along with single guide RNA(sgRNA)at different positions.Results dCasMINI,dCasMINI-ZIM3 KRAB,dCasMINI-KRAB-MeCP2,dCasMINI-ZNF324 KRAB,dCasMINI-3x KRAB,and dCasMINI-Com-KRAB-MeCP2 exhibited varying degrees of transcriptional inhibition on plasmids genes and exogenous genomic genes(P<0.05).Additionally,dCasMINI-ZIM3 KRAB,dCasMINI-KRAB-MeCP2,dCasMINI-ZNF324 KRAB,and dCasMINI-Com-KRAB-MeCP2 demonstrated different levels of transcriptional inhibition on endogenous genes(P<0.05).Different positions of sgRNAs showed distinct transcriptional inhibition effects(P<0.05).Conclusions The CasMINI system can be adapted into various CRISPRi tools for gene knockdown studies,with potential applications in various scenarios such as epigenetic gene editing in primary cells,in vivo screening,and clinical therapy in the future.
8.Construction and application effect evaluation of ointment massage for postoperative rehabilitation of newborn after intestinal surgery
Jing RUAN ; Jiaxuan MAI ; Linghua CHEN ; Lijiao QIN ; Ling CHEN ; Jiaying CHEN ; Xuemei ZHONG ; Kun DAI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2024;40(14):1058-1065
Objective:To explore the effect of ointment massage on the postoperative recovery of newborns who had intestinal tract operation, aim to construct an effective post-operative ointment and massage scheme and to enrich the content of enhanced recovery after surgery in the field of newborns.Methods:Delphi expert inquiry method was used to construct the ointment message scheme. A total of 64 newborns undergone intestinal surgery from May 2022 to May 2023 in Guangdong Women and Children Hospital were selected as study subjects and divided into routine group (34 cases) and ointment group (30 cases) by random number table method. In addition to routine treatment and nursing, the newborns in the ointment group also received ointment massage. The postoperative gastrointestinal drainage volume, fasting days, the first feeding time, hospital stay and the number of cases of vomiting and abdominal distension between the two groups were compared.Results:A total of 16 experts with (38.93 ± 5.13) years old were inquired, 6 males and 10 females. The effective questionnaire response rates for the two rounds of expert inquiry were 16/16 and 15/16, the expert authority coefficients were both≥0.80, the Kendall′s W coefficients were 0.117 and 0.107, with statistically significant differences (both P<0.05). A ointment message scheme consisting of 8 acupoints and 7 kinds of traditional Chinese medicines was determined. In the routine group, there were 19 males and 15 females with (268.47 ± 11.27) gestational age. In the ointment group, there were 20 males and 10 femles with (271.93 ± 10.36) gestational age. The postoperative gastrointestinal drainage volume, fasting days, the first feeding time and the hospital stay in the ointment group were 74.0 ml, 6.0 d, 158.5 h and 13.0 d, which had significant differences with the 184.5 ml, 7.5 d, 192.0 h, 16.5 d in the routine group ( Z values were 2.07-2.45, all P<0.05). The incidence of vomiting and abdominal distension in the ointment group were both 8 cases, which were lower than the 19 and 18 cases in the routine group with a statistically significant difference ( χ2 = 5.58, 4.56, both P<0.05). Conclusions:The ointment massage in this study has a positive impact on the recovery of newborn infants after intestinal surgery, with high safety, in line with enhanced recovery after surgery concept, and is worthy of promotion.
9.Effects of Posterior Slope Installation Position of UKA Prosthesis on Insert Wear
Xiaodong DANG ; Shoulin XIONG ; Yafei QU ; Jiaxuan REN ; Jing ZHANG ; Jingyu ZHANG ; Feng QIAO ; Zhenxian CHEN
Journal of Medical Biomechanics 2024;39(2):236-242
Objective To study the effects of different posterior slope installations of unicompartmental knee arthroplasty(UKA)prostheses on the loading and motion of the knee joint and insert wear.Methods A combined approach involving the UKA musculoskeletal multibody dynamic,finite element,and wear prediction models was used to investigate the effects of five different posterior slope installation positions of the UKA prosthesis on the postoperative knee joint force and motion,insert contact stress,linear wear depth,and wear volume.Results At a 0° posterior slope,the maximum von Mises stress of the insert was 24.84 MPa,maximum contact stress was 47.61 MPa,and volumetric wear after 5 million cycles(MC)was 47.29 mm3.As the posterior slope angle of the UKA prosthesis increased,the internal rotation and posterior translation during the gait cycle increased,the medial joint force during the swing phase increased,the von Mises and contact stresses of the insert after 5 MC decreased significantly,and the wear area,maximum linear wear depth,and volumetric wear volume of the insert were consequently reduced.Compared to the 0° posterior slope,the linear wear depths of the insert at the 3°,5°,and 7° posterior slopes decreased by 17.8%,19.2%,and 20.6%,respectively.The volumetric wear volumes of the inserts decreased by 24.5%,30.9%,and 34.3%,respectively.Conclusions Installing a UKA prosthesis with a posterior slope exceeding 3° significantly increases internal rotation and posterior translation during the gait cycle,further reducing the articular volumetric wear of the polyethylene insert.
10.Construction and identification of bivalent chimeric virus-like particles of Newcas-tle disease virus,serotype 4 and serotype 8 avian adenovirus
Chunhong GUO ; Jindou LI ; Jiaxin DING ; Jiaxuan FENG ; Kainan CHEN ; Feng JIANG ; Zhuang DING
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2024;44(10):2087-2093,2115
A bivalent chimeric virus-like particle(ND-FAdV-4/8a/8b cVLPs)displaying NDV HN protein,FAdV4 fiber-2 protein,FAdV-8a Fiber protein and FAdV-8b Fiber protein was construc-ted based on insect baculovirus expression system and Newcastle disease virus-like particle vector platform and was identified using indirect immunofluorescence,Western blot and transmission e-lectron microscopy.The results showed that recombinant baculoviruses rBV-c8aFiber and rBV-c8bFiber expressing FAdV-8a Fiber and FAdV-8b Fiber were successfully constructed.In addition,all components of ND-FAdV-4/8a/8b cVLPs were correctly expressed,and ND-FAdV-4/8a/8b cVLPs was a nanoparticle about 100 nm in size,with a capsule membrane and fibers,providing a green and safe virus-like particle vaccine candidate for the control of Newcastle disease and avian adenovirus disease.


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