1.Health literacy among residents in areas out of poverty in Kunming City
LI Jufang ; YAN Zhimei ; WU Yang ; PU Yunqing ; SONG Dongmei
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;36(2):177-180,184
Objective:
To investigate the health literacy and its influencing factors among residents in areas out of poverty in Kunming City, so as to provide insights into formulating health education strategies.
Methods:
A total of 1 916 permanent residents at ages of 15 to 69 years were sampled in three areas out of poverty in Kunming City using the multi-stage stratified random sampling method and probability proportionate to size sampling method from August to October, 2020. Health literacy was investigated using the Questionnaire on the Health Literacy among Chinese Residents, the level of health literacy was analyzed and weighted by the population of the China's Seventh National Population Census. Factors affecting health literacy among residents in areas out of poverty were identified using a multivariable logistic regression model.
Results:
A total of 1 916 questionnaires were allocated, and 1 908 valid questionnaires were recovered, with an effective recovery rate of 99.58%. The respondents included 997 men (52.25%) and 911 women (47.75%), and had a mean age of (45.58±14.28) years. The level of health literacy was 21.38%. Multivariable logistic regression analysis identified age (15 to 24 years, OR=5.087, 95%CI: 1.573-16.450; 25 to 34 years, OR=6.016, 95%CI: 1.991-18.183; 35 to 44 years, OR=7.526, 95%CI: 2.541-22.289; 45 to 54 years, OR=4.800, 95%CI: 1.640-14.050), educational level (junior high school, OR=5.333, 95%CI: 3.100-9.175; high school/vocational high school/technical secondary school, OR=19.895, 95%CI: 10.418-37.966; college or above, OR=27.580, 95%CI: 12.349-61.597) as factors affecting health literacy among residents in areas out of poverty in Kunming City.
Conclusion
The level of health literacy is 21.38% among residents in areas out of poverty in Kunming City, and age and educational level are associated factors.
2.Electroacupuncture Combined with Point Bloodletting and Cupping for Idiopathic Facial Palsy in Acute Stage of 40 Cases:A Randomized Controlled Trial
Yi'nan QIN ; Lihong YANG ; Yang BAI ; Tianyu XU ; Nana ZHAO ; Zhimei LI ; Yuanhao DU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(14):1458-1463
ObjectiveTo explore the influence of electroacupuncture combined with point bloodletting and cupping for facial nerve function recovery in acute stage of idiopathic facial palsy (IFP). MethodsEighty patients with IFP in the acute stage were randomly divided into 40 cases each in the treatment group and the control group. In the control group, oral prednisone acetate tablets were administered during the acute stage when the disease duration was less than 10 days; and electroacupuncture and flash cupping were provided during the recovery stage when the disease duration was more than 10 days, five times a week. For treatment group in acute stage, the stellate ganglion, vagus nerve stimulation point in the auricular cavity, Yifeng (TE 17) and Tinghui (GB 2) were needled on the affected side on the basis of the treatment of control group, with Yifeng and Tinghui connecting to electroacupuncture apparatus, once a day; point bloodletting and then cupping in Yifeng 2 times a week; in recovery stage, the treatment was the same as that of the control group. Both groups were treated until the 45th day from onset. The primary outcome was the Toronto facial grading system (SFGS), and the secondary outcomes included house-brackmann (H-B) grade, facial disability index (FDI) score, and number of H-B grade-Ⅰ cases. Adverse events were recorded in both groups. ResultsThe SFGS scores of the patients in both groups were higher on the 10th, 30th and 45th days after onset of disease compared with those before the treatment (P<0.05); the H-B grade was lower on the 30th and 45th days after the onset of the disease compared with those before the treatment (P<0.05); and the facial disability index physical function (FDIP) and facial disability index social function (FDIS) scores were higher on the 30th and 45th days after onset of disease (P<0.05). SFGS scores of patients in the treatment group were significantly higher than those of the control group on the 30th and 45th days after onset (P<0.05); H-B grade was significantly lower than that of the control group on the 30th and 45th days after onset (P<0.05); and FDIP scores on the 45th day after onset, and FDIS scores on the 30th and 45th days after onset were significantly higher than those of the control group (P<0.05). At the end of treatment, 77.50% (31 cases) achieved H-B grade-Ⅰ in the treatment group, which was more than 55.00% (22 cases) in the control group (P<0.05). No adverse events occurred in either group. ConclusionElectroacupuncture combined with point bloodletting and cupping for IFP in acute stage can improve the recovery degree of facial nerve function, improve effectiveness, and show a high degree of safety.
3.Experience of successful treatment of ultra-long cardiopulmonary and brain resuscitation under mild hypothermia
Yuanhua FAN ; Zhimei YE ; Xiao LI ; Yan TANG
Chinese Journal of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine in Intensive and Critical Care 2024;31(3):350-352
Objective This case report describes the treatment of a patient with J-wave syndrome who experienced two cardiac arrests and discusses the potential role of mild hypothermia in cardiopulmonary and cerebral resuscitation.Methods A patient with J-wave syndrome was admitted to the department of emergency of Qingpu Branch of Zhongshan Hospital Affiliated with Fudan University.During the treatment,mild hypothermia was adopted for brain protection.The patient suffered cardiac arrest again in the hospital.After continuous cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR)for 230 minutes under mild hypothermia,sinus rhythm was restored.By sharing the diagnostic approach and treatment process,valuable insights can be gained to improve patient outcomes in similar cases.Results A 17-year-old female patient was admitted to department of emergency of Qingpu Branch of Zhongshan Hospital Affiliated with Fudan University on September 30,2021 due to sudden loss of consciousness for 30 minutes after running.She fainted 3 times in the past after excise and nervousness.CPR was performed immediately after the syncope,and an ambulance arrived at the scene 10 minutes later,and electrical defibrillation and tracheal intubation mechanical ventilation were conducted.When admitted to the intensive care unit(ICU),the patient continued to have tetanic convulsions.To manage these symptoms,the medical team administered sedation and anti-epileptic treatment while focusing on maintaining internal environment stability.Additionally,mild hypothermia treatment was initiated,controlling the patient's core body temperature at 34-36℃.With these interventions,the tetanic convulsions gradually subsided during the night.At 11:40 on October 1,the electrocardiogram(ECG)monitoring indicated ventricular fibrillation,and immediate rescue efforts such as CPR,electrical defibrillation,and blood pressure elevation were given.Due to recurrent ventricular fibrillation,the patient underwent repeated shock defibrillation and chest compressions with the CPR machine.Antiarrhythmic lidocaine was administered,and epinephrine and isoproterenol were administered to maintain the heart rate above 90 bpm.At around 15:30,the heart rate stabilized and blood pressure gradually improved.After successful resuscitation,mild hypothermia and other brain protection treatment were continued.On October 4,the mind was cleared,the muscle strength was restored to normal and the tracheal intubation was removed on October 6.Holter electrocardiogram examination indicated V1-V3 ST-segment elevation,combined with the patient's history of repeated syncope,previous electrocardiogram indicated early repolarization,considering the possibility of J-wave syndrome and Brugada syndrome,the patient was discharged after implantable cardioverter defibrillator(ICD)installation.Conclusions In this case,the patient was successfully resuscitated after two cardiac arrests.Among them,CPR after cardiac arrest in hospital was successfully performed for a long time under mild hypothermia without any neurological sequelae.The treatment experience provided a reference for clinical cardiopulmonary and brain resuscitation.
4.Summary of International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health core sets for individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Yanping TIAN ; Wei LI ; Qinghong LI ; Haofan XU ; Shunbo YANG ; Yanmei LAI ; Jia′na WU ; Jindi YANG ; Sufen HU ; Zhihai LYU ; Zhimei JIANG
Chinese Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2024;39(11):831-836
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent attention deficit, hyperactivity, and impulsive behaviors that are not consistent with developmental age.Academic and vocational difficulties, social exclusion, and delinquent behaviors are manifested in daily life.It is also commonly accompanied by psychiatric problems.At the same time, mental problems are common, and the overall quality of life is greatly affected, placing a heavy burden on society as well as the family.International attention deficit hyperactivity disorder experts have developed a common and comprehensive International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health core set of classifications for assessing individual functioning in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
5.Development and application of a training program for key infection control personnel in traditional Chinese medicine hospitals in Chongqing, China
Dongmei TENG ; Yaping LI ; Meiling LUO ; Shuangyu LI ; Zhimei CHEN
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2024;23(6):772-777
Objective:To develop a training program for key infection control personnel in traditional Chinese medicine hospitals of Chongqing, China, to investigate its application effect, and to provide a reference for establishing a long-term training mechanism for key infection control personnel in traditional Chinese medicine hospitals.Methods:A total of 45 trainees who participated in the first training course of key infection control personnel for traditional Chinese medicine hospitals of Chongqing held from September 20th to November 4th, 2022 were enrolled as research subjects, and a training quality control team was established to develop and implement the training program. Theoretical and skill assessments were performed for the trainees before and after training, and an investigation was conducted for the mastery of professional knowledge and the degree of satisfaction with training at 6 months after the training ended. SAS 8.0 was used, categorical data were expressed as frequency and percentage, and measurement data were expressed as (mean±standard deviation).Results:The most expected form of training was more than 120 class hours and systematic training combining theory with practice, and the most expected abilities to improve were the abilities of infection monitoring, infection outbreak handling, and sensitive control management in key departments. After training, there were significant increases the theoretical and skill scores of the trainees (theoretical score: 83.22±3.10 vs. 69.60±10.21, P<0.001; skill score: 86.67±3.72 vs. 63.89±8.14, P<0.001). The overall long-term mastery of professional knowledge was 76.67% (552/720), and the overall degree of satisfaction with the training was 95.56% (43/45). Conclusions:The implementation of the training program for key infection control personnel in Chongqing traditional Chinese medicine hospitals can effectively improve the theoretical knowledge and operational skills of trainees and shows a good long-term training effect, with the achievement of the expected effect, which provides a reference for future cultivation of key infection control personnel in traditional Chinese medicine hospitals.
6.Mid-to-long-term quality of life and psychological status after endovascular embolization of unruptured in-tracranial aneurysms
Guofeng ZHANG ; Zhimei LI ; Lin XU ; Weiping XIAO ; Siqi OU ; Tiewei QI ; Feng LIANG ; Lei SHI
Chinese Journal of Nervous and Mental Diseases 2024;50(7):430-436
Objective To investigate whether embolization surgery can improve mid-to-long-term outcomes related to quality of life,anxiety and depression in patients with unruptured intracranial aneurysms(UIA).Methods This prospective study included patients diagnosed with UIA within 30 days.Patients were divided into two groups based on treatment:the embolization group and the conservative group.The assessments of quality of life,depression,and anxiety were conducted using the medical outcome study short form-36(SF-36),self-rating depression scale(SDS),and self-rating anxiety scale(SAS)at baseline,3 months,and 5 years after treatment.In the embolization group,psychological trauma was assessed using the impact of event scale-revised(IES-R)at 3 months and 5 years post-surgery.Results A total of 113 patients were involved in the analysis including 76 in the embolization group and 37 in the conservative group.Compared to the conservative group,SF-36 data showed that the embolization group had a lower physical function(80.3±16.4 vs.86.1±12.8,P=0.046)and role-physical(47.37±43.32 vs.67.57±34.29,P=0.015)scores at 3 months,but a higher mental health score(68.16±18.80 vs.61.62±14.62,P=0.048).At 5 years,all dimensions of SF-36 improved significantly compared to baseline(all P<0.05).The SDS and SAS scores in the embolization group were significantly lower at both 3 months and 5 years compared to baseline(both P<0.05).The decrease in SDS(-2.8±10.6 vs.0.5±6.5)and SAS(-2.7±11.8 vs.1.2±5.4)scores in the embolization group at 3 months was greater than in the conservative group(both P<0.05).Subgroup analysis showed that patients with depression or anxiety at baseline in the embolization group experienced a significant decrease in SDS and SAS scores at 3 months and 5 years compared to baseline(both P<0.05).Additionally,in the embolization group,the IES-R score at 3 months was 37.5±13.8,which was significantly higher than the critical threshold(P=0.005),but decreased to 33.8±13.3 at 5 years post-surgery.Conclusions Patients with unruptured intracranial aneurysms experienced long-term improvements in quality of life after embolization surgery.Embolization surgery also helped alleviate depression and anxiety.
7.Efficacy of selective ulnar artery continuous circulatory compression in reducing radial artery occlusion in elderly patients with coronary heart disease undergoing coronary intervention
Xiaoping ZHOU ; Jimin QIAO ; Kai LI ; Zhimei WANG
Journal of Clinical Medicine in Practice 2024;28(3):122-125
Objective To investigate the impact of selective ulnar artery continuous circulatory compression in reducing radial artery occlusion in elderly patients undergoing coronary intervention for coronary artery disease. Methods A total of 450 elderly patients with coronary heart disease undergoing coronary intervention were selected as study objects, and were randomly divided into control group and experimental group, with 225 patients in each group. The control group received non-occlusive radial artery compression postoperatively, while the experimental group underwent selective ulnar arteria continuous circulatory compression using a customized pulse wave sphygmomanometer on the basis of the control group for a duration of 4 hours. Puncture site bleeding, pain, thumb skin temperature, nursing workload, delayed pressure measurement rate, radial artery blood flow velocity, and rates of radial artery occlusion and stenosis were compared between the two groups 24 hours postoperatively. Results There were no significant differences in puncture site bleeding, pain, thumb skin temperature, nursing workload, and delayed pressure measurement rate between the two groups (
8.Effectiveness of telerehabilitation in the elderly patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a Meta-analysis
Guangning WANG ; Zhimei LIU ; Huisong LIU ; Wei HAN ; Xinjuan YU ; Shuangbao LI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2023;39(36):2870-2880
Objective:To evaluate the effectiveness of remote pulmonary rehabilitation in the elderly COPD patients in order to provide evidence-based basis for the clinical practice and promotion of remote pulmonary rehabilitation.Methods:We searched databases including Web of Science, PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, CINAHL,China Biology Medicine disc, China National Knowledge Internet, VIP, and Wanfang and selected all randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that reported the effects of telerehabilitation on the elderly patients with COPD. The retrieval time was from the establishment of the database to April 26, 2023. Meta-analysis was performed by RevMan 5.3.Results:A total of 24 RCTs involving 2 980 patients with COPD were finally included. Meta-analysis results showed that telerehabilitation in the elderly patients with COPD can improve the lung function (FEV 1/FVC) ( MD=2.09, 95% CI 0.30-3.89, P<0.05), quality of life ( MD=-0.66, 95% CI -1.05--0.26, P<0.05), anxiety ( MD=-0.69, 95% CI -1.32--0.05, P<0.05) and depression ( MD=-0.81, 95% CI -1.59--0.04, P<0.05), and the subgroup for the lung function (FEV 1/FVC) of the elderly patients with COPD emphasized that physical activity, intervention time ≤24 weeks, intervention frequency 1-3 times per week, and use of network platform, there were significant differences between those subgroups (all P<0.01). But there was no statistically significant difference in improving the exercise capacity ( MD=-1.54, 95% CI -14.83-11.75, P>0.05). Conclusions:Telerehabilitation in pulmonary can be considered a supplementary intervention for improving the lung function (FEV 1/FVC), the quality of life and the psychological condition on the elderly patients with COPD.
9.Efficacy and safety of SIMPLE regimen in treatment of extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma
Miaoling QIU ; Hua YANG ; Huijun LI ; Jing HUANG ; Mei CHEN ; Yun MA ; Xiaojuan AN ; Jinhui HE ; Xiaoling QIU ; Jun WANG ; Jiacai ZHUO ; Zhimei ZHU
Journal of Leukemia & Lymphoma 2023;32(4):210-214
Objective:To investigate the efficacy and safety of SIMPLE regimen in the treatment of extranodal NK/T-cell lymphoma (ENKTCL).Methods:The clinical data of 11 patients with ENKTCL who were admitted to the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital from January 2012 to January 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. The patients received 4-6 courses of SIMPLE (cisplatin, gemcitabine, ifosfamide, etoposide, dexamethasone, and pegasparaginase) regimen chemotherapy, and stage Ⅰ and Ⅱ patients who also received local radiotherapy after 2 or 3 courses of chemotherapy. Patients were evaluated for mid-treatment and end-of-treatment outcomes, and the adverse effects of patients were evaluated in each treatment cycle. The Kaplan-Meier method was used to analyze the progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) of the 11 patients.Results:All 11 patients were nasal type, with the median age of 41 years old (26-67 years old), including 5 males and 6 females, 3 relapsed cases and 8 newly treated cases. Of the 10 patients evaluated for efficacy, 9 achieved complete remission and 1 achieved at least partial remission (efficacy was assessed based on follow-up). All 11 patients were followed up for a median time of 50 months (15-72 months) and 2 relapsed patients died due to disease progression. The expected 5-year PFS rate and OS rate of 11 patients were both 90.0%, and the expected 5-year OS rate was 100.0% and 66.6% in newly treated and relapsed patients, respectively. Common adverse effects were hematologic adverse reactions, infections, gastrointestinal symptoms, elevated transaminases, and hypofibrinogenemia, all of which were curable. There is no treatment-related death.Conclusions:The SIMPLE regimen for the treatment of ENKTCL has a high remission rate, the patients have long survival time, and the regimen is moderately well tolerated.
10.A novel biological sources consistency evaluation method reveals high level of biodiversity within wild natural medicine: A case study of Amynthas earthworms as "Guang Dilong".
Zhimei XING ; Han GAO ; Dan WANG ; Ye SHANG ; Tenukeguli TULIEBIEKE ; Jibao JIANG ; Chunxiao LI ; Hong WANG ; Zhenguo LI ; Lifu JIA ; Yongsheng WU ; Dandan WANG ; Wenzhi YANG ; Yanxu CHANG ; Xiaoying ZHANG ; Liuwei XU ; Chao JIANG ; Luqi HUANG ; Xiaoxuan TIAN
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2023;13(4):1755-1770
For wild natural medicine, unanticipated biodiversity as species or varieties with similar morphological characteristics and sympatric distribution may co-exist in a single batch of medical materials, which affects the efficacy and safety of clinical medication. DNA barcoding as an effective species identification tool is limited by its low sample throughput nature. In this study, combining DNA mini-barcode, DNA metabarcoding and species delimitation method, a novel biological sources consistency evaluation strategy was proposed, and high level of interspecific and intraspecific variations were observed and validated among 5376 Amynthas samples from 19 sampling points regarded as "Guang Dilong" and 25 batches of proprietary Chinese medicines. Besides Amynthas aspergillum as the authentic source, 8 other Molecular Operational Taxonomic Units (MOTUs) were elucidated. Significantly, even the subgroups within A. aspergillum revealed here differ significantly on chemical compositions and biological activity. Fortunately, this biodiversity could be controlled when the collection was limited to designated areas, as proved by 2796 "decoction pieces" samples. This batch biological identification method should be introduced as a novel concept regarding natural medicine quality control, and to offer guidelines for in-situ conservation and breeding bases construction of wild natural medicine.


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