1.Knowledge-embedded spatio-temporal analysis for euploidy embryos identification in couples with chromosomal rearrangements
Fangying CHEN ; Xiang XIE ; Du CAI ; Pengxiang YAN ; Chenhui DING ; Yangxing WEN ; Yanwen XU ; Feng GAO ; Canquan ZHOU ; Guanbin LI ; Qingyun MAI
Chinese Medical Journal 2024;137(6):694-703
Background::The goal of the assisted reproductive treatment is to transfer one euploid blastocyst and to help infertile women giving birth one healthy neonate. Some algorithms have been used to assess the ploidy status of embryos derived from couples with normal chromosome, who subjected to preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy (PGT-A) treatment. However, it is currently unknown whether artificial intelligence model can be used to assess the euploidy status of blastocyst derived from populations with chromosomal rearrangement.Methods::From February 2020 to May 2021, we collected the whole raw time-lapse videos at multiple focal planes from in vitro cultured embryos, the clinical information of couples, and the comprehensive chromosome screening results of those blastocysts that had received PGT treatment. Initially, we developed a novel deep learning model called the Attentive Multi-Focus Selection Network (AMSNet) to analyze time-lapse videos in real time and predict blastocyst formation. Building upon AMSNet, we integrated additional clinically predictive variables and created a second deep learning model, the Attentive Multi-Focus Video and Clinical Information Fusion Network (AMCFNet), to assess the euploidy status of embryos. The efficacy of the AMCFNet was further tested in embryos with parental chromosomal rearrangements. The receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) was used to evaluate the superiority of the model. Results::A total of 4112 embryos with complete time-lapse videos were enrolled for the blastocyst formation prediction task, and 1422 qualified blastocysts received PGT-A ( n = 589) or PGT for chromosomal structural rearrangement (PGT-SR, n = 833) were enrolled for the euploidy assessment task in this study. The AMSNet model using seven focal raw time-lapse videos has the best real-time accuracy. The real-time accuracy for AMSNet to predict blastocyst formation reached above 70% on the day 2 of embryo culture, and then increased to 80% on the day 4 of embryo culture. Combing with 4 clinical features of couples, the AUC of AMCFNet with 7 focal points increased to 0.729 in blastocysts derived from couples with chromosomal rearrangement. Conclusion::Integrating seven focal raw time-lapse images of embryos and parental clinical information, AMCFNet model have the capability of assessing euploidy status in blastocysts derived from couples with chromosomal rearrangement.
2.Actively separated microneedle patch for sustained-release of growth hormone to treat growth hormone deficiency.
Li YANG ; Qingyun LIU ; Xinhui WANG ; Nansha GAO ; Xiuzhen LI ; Hongzhong CHEN ; Lin MEI ; Xiaowei ZENG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2023;13(1):344-358
Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) has become a serious healthcare burden, and presents a huge impact on the physical and mental health of patients. Here, we developed an actively separated microneedle patch (PAA/NaHCO3-Silk MN) based on silk protein for sustained release of recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH). Silk protein, as a friendly carrier material for proteins, could be constructed in mild full-water conditions and ensure the activity of rhGH. After manually pressing PAA/NaHCO3-Silk MN patch to skin for 1 min, active separation is achieved by absorbing the interstitial fluid (ISF) to trigger HCO3 ‒ in the active backing layer to produce carbon dioxide gas (CO2). In rats, the MN patch could maintain the sustained release of rhGH for more than 7 days, and produce similar effects as daily subcutaneous (S.C.) injections of rhGH in promoting height and weight with well tolerated. Moreover, the PAA/NaHCO3-Silk MN patch with the potential of painless self-administration, does not require cold chain transportation and storage possess great economic benefits. Overall, the PAA/NaHCO3-Silk MN patch can significantly improve patient compliance and increase the availability of drugs, meet current unmet clinical needs, improve clinical treatment effects of GHD patients.
3.Assessment of Postoperative Surface Electromyography and Joint Angle in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy
Yuanmin TANG ; Xueqin LUO ; Jiming SUN ; Hongliu YU ; Qingyun MENG ; Sujiao LI
Journal of Medical Biomechanics 2022;37(4):E726-E732
Objective To analyze and assess the postoperative motor function in children with spastic cerebral palsy (SCP) by surface electromyography (sEMG) and joint angle. Methods Sixteen children with SCP were involved in this study. The sEMG of rectus femoris, biceps femoris, semitendinosus, tibialis anterior, lateral gastrocnemius and medial gastrocnemius muscles and joint angles of the hip, knee and ankle during straight walking were collected preoperatively and postoperatively. In every gait phase, the mean values of joint angles, root mean square and integrated electromyography of sEMG were calculated, to evaluate muscle strength and muscular tension quantitatively. Results The muscle tension of lower limbs was significantly decreased (P<0.05). The muscle strength of rectus femoris and biceps femoris was decreased in the swing phase. At the midswing and terminal swing phase, the strength of tibialis anterior increased significantly (P<0.05). The flexion angle of hip and knee decreased significantly (P<0.05). The dorsiflexion angle of ankle increased significantly (P<0.05), and the varus angle decreased significantly (P<0.05). Conclusions After operation, the crouching gait and clubfoot were improved positively. Therefore, the motor function of children was improved. Combining sEMG and joint angle can evaluate the muscle function of patients quantitatively, and it also can provide references for clinical diagnosis.
4.Effects of Mahuang Xixin Fuzi Decoction on TLRs Response and Cyt-CO-mediated Apoptosis Regulation in Mice with Influenza Disease of Kidney-yang Deficiency
Shuyan XING ; Shanshan FAN ; Qinhui YU ; Qingyun MA ; Qihui SUN ; Yong YANG ; Rong RONG
China Pharmacy 2021;32(6):669-675
OBJECTIVE:To study the effects of Mahuang xixin fuzi decoction on Toll-like receptors (TLRs)response and cytochrome C oxidase (Cyt-CO)-mediated apoptosis regulation in mice with influenza disease of kidney-yang deficiency. METHODS:Totally 48 male Balb/c mice were randomly divided into normal group (n=12)and modeling group (n=36). The modeling group was intraperitoneally injected with estradiol benzoate solution (8 mg/kg)and intranasally injected with influenza virus H 1N1(20 μL/mice)to establish the influenza disease compound model of kidney-yang deficiency. After modeling ,the mice were randomly divided into model group ,positive drug group (Oseltamivir phosphate capsules ,0.195 g/kg),Mahuang xixin fuzi decoction group (1.802 g/kg,by crude dru g),with 12 mice in each group. Each group was given relevant medicine intragastrically,normal group and model group were given, corresponding volume of normal saline intragastrically 20 mL/kg,once a day ,for consecutive 6 days. During admi-nistration,body weight and anal temperature of mice were mail:xsy407861520@163.com measured daily ;the percentage of initial body weight was calculated. After last medication ,the organ (spleen,thymus and lung )indexes were calculated ;the pathological changes of lung tissue were observed. The viral load of influenza A virus H 1N1 in lung tissue was detected (reflected by M gene mRNA expression);mRNA expressions of TLR3,TLR7,myeloid differentiation factor (MyD88)and Caspase- 3 in cardiac tissue as well as the activity of Cyt-CO and the content of cytochrome C (Cyt-C)were also determined. RESULTS :Compared with normal group,initial body weight percentage and anal temperature of the model group continued to decrease (P<0.05);the spleen and thymus indexes were decreased significantly (P<0.05),while lung index was increased significantly (P<0.05);the lung tissue lesions were serious. Viral load in lung tissue ,mRNA expressions of TLR 3,TLR7,MyD88 and Caspase- 3 in cardiac tissue as well as the content of Cyt-C were increased significantly (P<0.05 or P<0.01),while the activity of Cyt-CO in cardiac tissue was significantly decreased (P<0.01). Compared with model group ,initial body weight percentage and anal temperature of mice in Mahuang xixin fuzi decoction group showed an increasing trend from the fourth day of administration (P<0.05 or P<0.01). The spleen and thymus indexes were increased significantly (P<0.05),while the lung index was significantly decreased (P<0.05);the pathological injury of lung tissue was significantly improved ;viral load in lung tissue ,mRNA expressions of TLR 3 and Caspase- 3 as well as the content of Cyt-C in cardiac tissue were decreased significantly (P<0.05 or P<0.01),while the activity of Cyt-CO was increased significantly in cardiac tissue (P<0.01). CONCLUSIONS :Mahuang xixin fuzi decoction can improve influenza disease of kidney-yang deficiency in mice ,the effect may related to inhibit TLRs response and apoptosis regulation pathway mediated by Cyt-CO.
5.Effect of timing of multiple pregnancy reduction with ultrasound-guidance on abortion rate: a cohort study
Mingya CAO ; Tengfei FENG ; Yue WANG ; Qingyun SUN ; Zhiming ZHAO ; Guimin HAO
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2021;30(10):890-895
Objective:To explore the relationship between different gestational weeks of transvaginal ultrasound-guided fetal reduction and abortion in patients with multiple pregnancies after embryo transfer, and to seek the best gestational age for fetal reduction.Methods:The datas of 486 pregnant women with multiple pregnancies after embryo transfer in the Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University from January 2012 to December 2020 were retrospectively analyzed. The relationship between gestational weeks of fetal reduction and abortion rate was analyzed by curve fitting, threshold effect and multivariate logistic regression analysis.Results:After adjusting for age, infertility type, infertility years, number of births, abortion times, body mass index(BMI), various infertility and sterility factors, endometrial thickness on the day of transformation, monozygotic twins and reduction methods, when the gestational age was less than 8.43 weeks, the abortion rate increased significantly with the increase of reduction gestational age, and the abortion rate increased by 221% ( OR=3.21, 95% CI=1.47-6.99, P=0.003 3). When the gestational age of reduction ≥8.43 weeks, the abortion rate tended to be stable and did not increase ( OR=0.81, 95% CI=0.54-1.22, P=0.317 7); meanwhile, in stratified analysis, the OR value of the BMI ≥24 kg/m 2 was 12.38, and that of BMI <24kg/m 2 was 1.91, P=0.053 9. Conclusions:There is a non-linear relationship between gestational age and abortion rate of ultrasound-guided multiple pregnancy reduction in patients with embryo transfer. The abortion rate increases significantly with the increase of gestational age before 8.43 weeks of gestation. It is recommended to carry out the operation as early as possible before 8 weeks of pregnancy. The effect of BMI on the abortion rate of patients with fetal reduction needs further study.
6.Status quo of exposure to latent tuberculosis infection and progress of prevention among healthcare workers in China
Wuyang YUE ; Tongxin LI ; Qingyun SUN ; Xiaofeng YAN ; Song YANG
Chinese Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases 2021;14(2):155-160
Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The high incidence rate, drug resistance rate and mortality rate of TB infection cause serious social and economic burden in developing countries. Due to high occupational exposure, medical institutions and healthcare workers take the potential risk of TB infection, which have negative impact on the public health and occupational health. As one of the countries with high burden of TB in the world, the occupational exposure of healthcare workers in China is serious, and the infection rate is far higher than that of developed countries. This article reviews the prevalence of latent tuberculosis infection among health care workers and the status quo of occupational protection in medical institutions in China.
7.Research progress of Baduanjin on the rehabilitation of patients with coronary heart disease after percutaneous transluminal coronary intervention
Fen WANG ; Tongxiu HU ; Qingyun ZHANG ; Dandan SUN ; Lilong XUE ; Wenwen ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2021;27(25):3496-3500
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has become an important means of revascularization for patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) . Exercise therapy is the core content of cardiac rehabilitation for patients after PCI. Baduanjin, one of the traditional exercise methods of traditional Chinese medicine that spreads widely and enjoys obvious fitness effects, shows a positive impact on the rehabilitation of patients after PCI. This article reviews the effects of Baduanjin on the cardiopulmonary function, psychological status, quality of life, physical and chemical indicators, and adverse cardiovascular events in patients after PCI from different perspectives, in order to provide a reference for the practice and research of Baduanjin in the rehabilitation of patients after PCI.
8.Study on the predictive value of total cholesterol / high density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio for new-onset ischemic stroke in patients with coronary heart disease
Qingyun ZHANG ; Dandan SUN ; Fen WANG ; Quanliang WANG ; Wenqing WANG ; Ruijuan QIAN ; Jie KANG ; Tongxiu HU ; Tao LIANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2021;27(19):2596-2599
Objective:To investigate the predictive value of total cholesterol / high density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (TC/HDL) for ischemic stroke in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) .Methods:A total of 1 983 inpatients with CHD in the Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University from January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017 were selected as subjects by cluster sampling method. The clinical data were collected and followed up prospectively for 2 years.Results:During the 2-year follow-up period, 36 cases of ischemic stroke occurred in patients with CHD, and the incidence rate was 1.82% (36/1 983) . There was a curvilinear relationship between TC/HDL and ischemic stroke in male patients with CHD, and the tipping point was 3.84.When TC / HDL was less than 3.84, TC / HDL was negatively correlated with the incidence of ischemic stroke. The incidence of ischemic stroke decreased by 72% for each additional unit of TC/HDL ( P=0.049) . When TC/HDL was over 3.84, there was no correlation between TC / HDL and the incidence of ischemic stroke ( P=0.267) . There was a curvilinear relationship between TC/HDL and ischemic stroke in female patients with CHD, and the tipping point was 2.81. When TC / HDL was less than 2.81, TC / HDL was negatively correlated with the incidence of ischemic stroke. The incidence of ischemic stroke decreased by 99% for each additional unit of TC/HDL ( P=0.019) . When TC/HDL was over 2.81, there was no correlation between TC / HDL and the incidence of ischemic stroke ( P=0.110) . Conclusions:TC/HDL has different thresholds in predicting ischemic stroke in CHD patients with different genders, which has a certain clinical significance in predicting the prognosis of patients with coronary heart disease.
9.Current status and influencing factors analysis of exercise self-efficacy of patients after percutaneous coronary artery stent implantation
Fen WANG ; Quanliang WANG ; Qingyun ZHANG ; Dandan SUN ; Wenwen ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2021;27(20):2667-2673
Objective:To understand the current status of exercise self-efficacy of patients after percutaneous coronary artery stent implantation (CASI) and analyze its influencing factors.Methods:Using the convenient sampling method, CASI postoperative patients who revisited in Department of Cardiology of a Class Ⅲ Grade A hospital in Shandong Province from May to August 2020 were selected as the research objects. The general information questionnaire, Exercise Self-Efficacy Scale, Exercise Behavior Stage Scale, The Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia Heart (TSK-SV Heart) and Exercise Social Support Scale (ESSS) were used to investigate them.Results:After CASI, the score of Exercise Self-Efficacy Scale of patients was (8.32±3.42) , which was at a low level. The results of multiple linear regression analysis showed that the frequency of outpatient follow-up, fear of exercise and social support of exercise were the influencing factors of exercise self-efficacy in patients after CASI ( P<0.05) , which accounted for 50.9% of the total variation. Conclusions:The exercise self-efficacy of patients after CASI is at a low level, which is affected by many factors. It is recommended that clinical medical staff strengthen targeted exercise guidance to improve exercise self-efficacy of patients and promote exercise behaviors of patients.
10.Intervention effect of seven-step exercise rehabilitation combined with elastic band resistance training on functional fitness and cardiovascular adverse events in patients with coronary heart disease
Rui ZHANG ; Qingyun ZHANG ; Xin JIN ; Dandan SUN ; Xing SU
Journal of Chinese Physician 2020;22(8):1189-1193
Objective:To investigate the effects of seven-step exercise rehabilitation combined with elastic resistance training on functional fitness and cardiovascular adverse events in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD).Methods:116 patients with CHD in our hospital from March 2017 to March 2019 were selected for prospective study, and they were divided into observation group ( n=58) and control group ( n=58) according to the order of admission time. The control group was given routine intervention, and the observation group was given seven step exercise rehabilitation combined with elastic band resistance training on the basis of the control group. The intervention satisfaction, incidence of cardiovascular adverse events, functional physical fitness indexes, cardiac function [left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), cardiac stroke volume (SV), cardiac index (CI)] and activities of daily living (BI) were compared between the two groups. Results:After intervention, the aerobic endurance, limb flexibility, lower extremity muscle strength and upper limb muscle strength were better than those in the control group ( P<0.05). After intervention, the LVEF, CI, SV, daily behavior, physiology and daily activities scores in the observation group were higher were higher than those of the control group ( P<0.05) . The intervention satisfaction of the observation group was 94.83%(55/58) , higher than that of the control group 79.31%(46/58) ( P<0.05); the incidence of cardiovascular adverse events in the observation group was 5.17%(3/58) and 10.34%(6/58) of the control group, with no statistically significant difference ( P>0.05). Conclusions:Seven-step exercise rehabilitation combined with elastic band resistance training can effectively improve the functional fitness and heart function of CHD patients, improve daily living ability and intervention satisfaction, and prevent cardiovascular adverse events.

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