Objective To describe the significance of the pretreatment inflammatory indicators in predicting the prognosis of patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) after undergoing radical radiotherapy. Methods The data of 246 ESCC patients who underwent radical radiotherapy were retrospectively collected. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were drawn to determine the optimal cutoff values for platelet-lymphocyte ratio (PLR), neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), and systemic immune-inflammation index (SII). The Kaplan-Meier method was used for survival analysis. We conducted univariate and multivariate analyses by using the Cox proportional risk regression model. Software R (version 4.2.0) was used to create the nomogram of prognostic factors. Results The results of the ROC curve analysis showed that the optimal cutoff values of PLR, NLR, and SII were 146.06, 2.67, and 493.97, respectively. The overall response rates were 77.6% and 64.5% in the low and high NLR groups, respectively (P<0.05). The results of the Kaplan-Meier survival analysis revealed that the prognosis of patients in the low PLR, NLR, and SII group was better than that of patients in the high PLR, NLR, and SII group (all P<0.05). The results of the multivariate Cox regression analysis showed that gender, treatment modalities, T stage, and NLR were independent factors affecting the overall survival (OS). In addition, T stage and NLR were independent factors affecting the progression-free survival (PFS) (all P<0.05). The nomogram models of OS and PFS prediction were established based on multivariate analysis. The C-index values were 0.703 and 0.668. The calibration curves showed excellent consistency between the predicted and observed OS and PFS. Conclusion The pretreatment values of PLR, NLR, and SII are correlated with the prognosis of patients with ESCC who underwent radical radiotherapy. Moreover, NLR is an independent factor affecting the OS and PFS of ESCC patients. The NLR-based nomogram model has a good predictive ability.

Objective: To explore the relationship between beverage dependence and sleep quality among college students, providing empirical evidence for improving their sleep quality. Methods: From December 2024 to January 2025, a convenience sampling method was used to conduct a questionnaire survey among 3 974 college students from four universities in Anhui Province. The Beverage Addiction Scale for College Students (BASCS) was used to assess beverage dependence, and the Self rating Scale of Sleep(SRSS) was used to evaluate sleep quality. A multivariate Logistic regression model was employed to analyze the relationship between beverage dependence and sleep quality, and a restricted cubic spline model was used to examine the dose response relationship between the two. Results: The positive rate of beverage dependence symptoms among college students was 7.6%, with positive rates of 9.6%, 13.8%, and 7.4% for the withdrawal symptoms, health effects, and dependence symptoms dimensions, respectively. The detection rate of sleep disorders was 23.6%. Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that after adjusting for covariates such as grade, gender, and body mass index, compared with the no beverage dependence group, students with positive beverage dependence symptoms had a higher risk of sleep disorders( OR =3.71, 95% CI =2.87-4.80, P <0.01). The OR (95% CI ) for sleep disorders among students with positive symptoms in the withdrawal symptoms, health effects, and dependence symptoms dimensions were 2.80(2.22-3.53), 2.38(1.95-2.91), and 2.45(1.89-3.18)(all P <0.01). Further analysis using a restricted cubic spline model revealed that the overall beverage dependence score and its three dimensional scores were approximately linearly related to the risk of sleep disorders among college students (all nonlinear P >0.05). Conclusions Beverage dependence is associated with sleep quality among college students. Schools should take multiple approaches, such as health education on beverage awareness, to improve students sleep quality.

Oral diseases, such as periodontitis, salivary gland diseases, and oral cancers, significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions, pronunciation, and esthetic demands. Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients' prognosis and quality of life. The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine. Exosomes, which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles, are secreted by virtually all types of cells. As the research continues, the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded. Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions. In this review, we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases, focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas. We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis, highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases. We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.
Humans ; Exosomes ; Quality of Life ; Extracellular Vesicles ; Biomarkers ; Cell Communication ; Mouth Neoplasms

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.

Oral diseases,such as periodontitis,salivary gland diseases,and oral cancers,significantly challenge health conditions due to their detrimental effects on patient's digestive functions,pronunciation,and esthetic demands.Delayed diagnosis and non-targeted treatment profoundly influence patients'prognosis and quality of life.The exploration of innovative approaches for early detection and precise treatment represents a promising frontier in oral medicine.Exosomes,which are characterized as nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles,are secreted by virtually all types of cells.As the research continues,the complex roles of these intracellular-derived extracellular vesicles in biological processes have gradually unfolded.Exosomes have attracted attention as valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tools for their ability to transfer abundant biological cargos and their intricate involvement in multiple cellular functions.In this review,we provide an overview of the recent applications of exosomes within the field of oral diseases,focusing on inflammation-related bone diseases and oral squamous cell carcinomas.We characterize the exosome alterations and demonstrate their potential applications as biomarkers for early diagnosis,highlighting their roles as indicators in multiple oral diseases.We also summarize the promising applications of exosomes in targeted therapy and proposed future directions for the use of exosomes in clinical treatment.