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Xiang J, Cao C, Chen J, Kong F, Nian S, Li Z, Li N. Efficacy and safety of ketamine as an adjuvant to regional anesthesia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. J Clin Anesth 2024; 94:111415. [PMID: 38394922 DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinane.2024.111415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Revised: 12/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE To identify whether adding ketamine to the local anesthetics (LA) in the regional anesthesia could prolong the duration of analgesia. DESIGN A Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. SETTING The major dates were obtained in the operating room and the postoperative recovery ward. PATIENTS A total of 1011 patients at ASA physical status I and II were included in the analysis. Procedure performed including cesarean section, orthopedic, radical mastectomy, urological or lower abdominal surgery and intracavitary brachytherapy implants insertion. INTERVENTIONS After an extensive search of the electronic database, patients received regional anesthesia combined or not combined general anesthesia and with or without adding ketamine to LA were included in the analysis. The regional anesthesia includes spinal anesthesia, brachial plexus block, pectoral nerve block, transversus abdominis plane block and femoral and sciatic nerve block. MEASUREMENT The primary outcome was the duration of analgesia. Secondary outcomes were the duration and onset time of motor and sensory block as well as the ketamine-related adverse effect. Data are expressed in mean differences in continuous data and odds ratios (OR) for dichotomous data with 95% confidence intervals. The risk of bias of the included studies was evaluated using the revised Cochrane risk of bias tool for randomized trials. The quality of evidence for each outcome was rated according to the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) Working Group system. MAIN RESULT Twenty randomized controlled trials were included in the analysis. When ketamine was used as an adjuvant to LA, the duration of analgesia could be prolonged(172.21 min, 95% CI, 118.20 to 226.22; P<0.00001, I2 = 98%), especially in the peripheral nerve block(366.96 min, 95% CI, 154.19 to 579.74; P = 0.0007, I2 = 98%). Secondary outcomes showed ketamine could prolong the duration of sensory block(29.12 min, 95% CI, 10.22 to 48.01; P = 0.003, I2 = 96%) but no effect on the motor block(6.94 min, 95% CI,-2.65 to 16.53;P = 0.16, I2 = 84%), the onset time of motor and sensory block (motor onset time, -1.17 min, 95% CI, -2.67 to 0.34; P = 0.13, I2 = 100%; sensory onset time, -0.33 min, 95% CI,-0.87 to 0.20; P = 0.23, I2 = 96%) as well as the ketamine-related adverse effect(OR, 1.97, 95% CI,0.93 to 4.17;P = 0.08, I2 = 57%). CONCLUSION This study indicates that ketamine could be an ideal adjuvant to local anesthetics regardless of the types of anesthesia. Overall, the quality of the evidence is low.
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- Jiajia Xiang
- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, Kunming, Yunnan, China; Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, Kunming, Yunnan, China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, Kunming, Yunnan, China.
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Kong F, Wang H, Tong Y, Zhang L, Zhang Y, Han X, Liu K, Dai J, Huang H, Sun C, Pan L, Li D. Precise Crystal Orientation Identification and Twist-Induced Giant Modulation of Optical Anisotropy in 1T'-ReS 2. ACS Nano 2024. [PMID: 38757652 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c03620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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The ability to precisely identify crystal orientation as well as to nondestructively modulate optical anisotropy in atomically thin rhenium dichalcogenides is critical for the future development of polarization programmable optoelectronic devices, which remains challenging. Here, we report a modified polarized optical imaging (POI) method capable of simultaneously identifying in-plane (Re chain) and out-of-plane (c-axis) crystal orientations of the monolayer to few-layer ReS2, meanwhile, propose a nondestructive approach to modulate the optical anisotropy in ReS2 via twist stacking. The results show that parallel and near-cross POI are effective to independently identify the in-plane and out-of-plane crystal orientations, respectively, while regulating the twist angle allows for giant modulation of in-plane optical anisotropy from highly intrinsic anisotropy to complete optical isotropy in the stacked ReS2 bilayer (with either the same or opposite c-axes), as well modeled by linear electromagnetic theory. Overall, this study not only develops a simple optical method for precise crystal orientation identification but also offers an efficient light polarization control strategy, which is a big step toward the practical application of anisotropic van der Waals materials in the design of nanophotonic and optoelectronic devices.
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- Fanyi Kong
- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Physics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Physics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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Zong Z, Tang G, Guo Y, Kong F. Down-regulated expression of TIPE3 inhibits malignant progression of non-small cell lung cancer via Wnt signaling. Exp Cell Res 2024:114093. [PMID: 38759744 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexcr.2024.114093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2024] [Revised: 05/12/2024] [Accepted: 05/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/19/2024]
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Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for approximately 80% of all lung cancers with a low five-year survival rate. Therefore, the mechanistic pathways and biomarkers of NSCLC must be explored to elucidate its pathogenesis. In this study, we examined TIPE3 expression in NSCLC cells and investigated the molecular mechanisms underlying NSCLC regulation in vivo and in vitro. We collected tissue samples from patients with NSCLC to examine TIPE3 expression and its association with patient metastasis and prognosis. Furthermore, we evaluated the expression level of TIPE3 in NSCLC cells. Cell lines with the highest expression were selected for molecular mechanism experiments, and animal models were established for in vivo verification. The results showed that TIPE3 was significantly increased in patients with NSCLC, and this increased expression was associated with tumor metastasis and patient prognosis. TIPE3 knockdown inhibited proliferation, migration, invasion, EMT, angiogenesis, and tumorsphere formation in NSCLC cells. Moreover, it reduced the metabolic levels of tumor cells. However, overexpression of TIPE3 has the opposite effect. The in vivo results showed that TIPE3 knockdown reduced tumor volume, weight, and metastasis. Furthermore, the results showed that TIPE3 may inhibit malignant progression of NSCLC via the regulation of Wnt/β-catenin expression. These findings suggest that TIPE3 is significantly elevated in patients with NSCLC and that downregulation of TIPE3 can suppress the malignant progression of NSCLC, which could serve as a potential diagnostic and treatment strategy for NSCLC.
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- Zhenfeng Zong
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China, 061000.
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China, 061000
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- Department of respiratory medicine, Hejian People's Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China, 061000
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China, 061000
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Zhu G, Wang M, Kong F. Blood serum levels of PACAP and migraine onset: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. Headache 2024; 64:573-588. [PMID: 38659322 DOI: 10.1111/head.14711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Revised: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to explore the relationship between blood pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide (PACAP) levels and migraine. BACKGROUND PACAP is involved in the onset of migraine, but the results from clinical studies on PACAP level variations across different periods of migraine are conflicting. METHODS We systematically searched for observational studies that reported PACAP levels in people with migraine and non-migraine controls published in English from the PubMed, Web of Science, and Ovid electronic databases, or in Chinese from the Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure and the WanFang Med database. The Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale was used to assess the quality of the included studies. The quality of evidence for each outcome was assessed according to the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) guidelines. RESULTS Of the 514 identified studies, 8 were eligible for inclusion. There was a "very low" level of evidence suggesting that the PACAP level is negatively correlated with migraine disease duration in adults with migraine (summaryr = -0.35, 95% confidence interval [CI] -0.49 to -0.22) and that the PACAP is higher in people with migraine during the ictal period than in the interictal period (standardized mean difference = 0.41, 95% CI 0.17 to 0.66) for both adults and children with migraine. Adult patients with episodic migraine (weighted mean difference [WMD] = -9.58 pg/mL, 95% CI -13.41 to -5.75 pg/mL) or chronic migraine (WMD = -10.93 pg/mL, 95% CI -15.57 to -6.29 pg/mL) had lower blood PACAP levels than non-migraine controls during the interictal period, supported by a "low" or "very low" quality of evidence, respectively, according to the GRADE rules. CONCLUSION There is a very low certainty of evidence suggesting that the PACAP level is negatively correlated with migraine disease duration of adults with migraine and it varies greatly among different periods of migraine of both adults and children with migraine.
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- Guoliang Zhu
- Department of Neurology, The Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, P. R. China
- School of Clinical Medicine, Dali University, Dali, P. R. China
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- Department of Neurology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, P. R. China
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- Department of Neurology, The Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, P. R. China
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Sun Z, Ren M, Niu J, Tang G, Li Y, Kong F, Song X. miR-29b-3p targetedly regulates VEGF to inhibit tumor progression and cisplatin resistance through Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway in non-small cell lung cancer. Environ Toxicol 2024. [PMID: 38587027 DOI: 10.1002/tox.24253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Revised: 03/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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BACKGROUNDS Non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) is a common type of lung cancer. Prior investigations have elucidated the pivotal role of miR-29b-3p in restraining tumor growth and metastasis. Nonetheless, it remains to be determined whether miR-29b-3p can effectively suppress NSCLC progression and enhance the sensitivity of NSCLC cells to cisplatin. This investigation sought to determine the mechanism by which miR-29b-3p inhibited the advancement of NSCLC and mitigated resistance to cisplatin. METHODS We initially assessed miR-29b-3p and VEGF levels in NSCLC tissues and cell lines. Next, miR-29b-3p expression was elevated in NSCLC cell lines H1975 and A549 by overexpression plasmid transfection. Following this, a sequence of molecular biology experiments was conducted to evaluate the impact of miR-29b-3p on the biological behaviors of NSCLC cells and their resistance to cisplatin. Additionally, we predicted VEGF was a target gene of miR-29b-3p by bioinformatics analysis. We next employed western blot to evaluate the protein expression of Nrf2 and HO-1 in NSCLC cells. Finally, we elucidated the effects of VEGF and Nrf2/HO-1pathway on NSCLC progression and cisplatin resistance by in vitro assays. RESULTS In comparison to paracancerous tissues and human normal lung epithelial cells, the expression of miR-29b-3p was notably reduced and VEGF expression was clearly elevated in NSCLC tissues and cells. Moreover, miR-29b-3p upregulated obviously suppressed the biological activities of NSCLC cells and increased their sensitivity to cisplatin. Furthermore, in NSCLC cells, miR-29b-3p bound to VEGF and negatively regulate its transcription. Additionally, miR-29b-3p overexpression also inhibited the Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway. Finally, the overexpression of VEGF and the activation of the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway reversed miR-29b-3p-mediated inhibitory effect on biological behaviors of NSCLC cells and increased the cisplatin resistance. CONCLUSION Our findings indicate that miR-29b-3p impedes NSCLC cells' biological behaviors and augments their sensitivity to cisplatin by targeting VEGF to modulate the Nfr2/HO-1 signaling pathway.
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- Zhen Sun
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Geriatrics, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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Chen S, Ding Y, Zhang X, Zhang X, Xiang J, Deng Y, Tao X, Cai W, Li Z, Chen J, Kong F, Li N. Efficacy of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation on Chronic Postsurgical Pain After Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Lobectomy: Study Protocol for a Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Pain Ther 2024; 13:269-280. [PMID: 38367159 DOI: 10.1007/s40122-024-00580-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Patients undergoing video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy (VATL) often experience chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP). Postoperative pain can affect the recovery of postoperative lung function, prolong postoperative recovery time, and increase patient hospitalization expenses. Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) is an alternative therapy based on acupuncture that has shown promise in postoperative recovery and pain management across various medical fields. However, research specifically focused on the improvement of CPSP after VATL is currently lacking. The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether TEAS can effectively reduce the severity and occurrence of chronic postsurgical pain in patients undergoing VATL. By investigating the potential benefits of TEAS in mitigating CPSP after VATL, this study aims to provide valuable clinical evidence to support the integration of TEAS into postoperative care protocols for patients undergoing VATL. METHODS This study is a prospective, single-center, double-blinded, randomized controlled trial to be conducted at the 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force. Eighty patients undergoing VATL will be randomly divided into an experimental group (TEAS group) and a control group (sham group). The experimental group will receive TEAS at bilateral PC6, LI4, LR3, LU5, TE5, and LI11. The control group will not receive TEAS at the same acupoints. Both groups will receive TEAS or no TEAS before anesthesia induction and 1-7 days after surgery, with each session lasting 30 min. PLANNED OUTCOMES The primary outcome will be the incidence of CPSP at 3 months after surgery. Secondary outcomes will include the incidence of CPSP at 6 months after surgery, the numerical rating scale (NRS) scores at 3 and 6 months after surgery, as well as the NRS scores at 24, 48, and 72 h after surgery, remifentanil consumption during general anesthesia, demand for rescue analgesics, number and duration of indwelling chest tubes, incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting, and changes of norepinephrine (NE), cortisol (Cor), tumor necrosis factor (TNF- α), and interleukin 6 (IL-6) in serum. TRIAL REGISTRATION ChiCTR2300069458. Registered on March 16, 2023.
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- Shuang Chen
- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of General Surgery, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, 176 Qingnian Road, Wuhua District, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, 212 Daguan Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Yunnan, China.
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Qi X, Bertling K, Torniainen J, Kong F, Gillespie T, Primiero C, Stark MS, Dean P, Indjin D, Li LH, Linfield EH, Davies AG, Brünig M, Mills T, Rosendahl C, Soyer HP, Rakić AD. Terahertz in vivo imaging of human skin: Toward detection of abnormal skin pathologies. APL Bioeng 2024; 8:016117. [PMID: 38476403 PMCID: PMC10932572 DOI: 10.1063/5.0190573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Terahertz (THz) imaging has long held promise for skin cancer detection but has been hampered by the lack of practical technological implementation. In this article, we introduce a technique for discriminating several skin pathologies using a coherent THz confocal system based on a THz quantum cascade laser. High resolution in vivo THz images (with diffraction limited to the order of 100 μm) of several different lesion types were acquired and compared against one another using the amplitude and phase values. Our system successfully separated pathologies using a combination of phase and amplitude information and their respective surface textures. The large scan field (50 × 40 mm) of the system allows macroscopic visualization of several skin lesions in a single frame. Utilizing THz imaging for dermatological assessment of skin lesions offers substantial additional diagnostic value for clinicians. THz images contain information complementary to the information contained in the conventional digital images.
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- X. Qi
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072, Australia
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- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072, Australia
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- Dermatology Research Centre, Frazer Institute, The University of Queensland, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
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- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072, Australia
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- Dermatology Research Centre, Frazer Institute, The University of Queensland, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
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- Dermatology Research Centre, Frazer Institute, The University of Queensland, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
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- School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
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- School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
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- School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
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- School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
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- School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
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- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072, Australia
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- OscillaDx Pty Ltd, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- General Practice Clinical Unit, Faculty of Medicinee, The University of Queensland, Herston QLD 4029, Australia
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- Dermatology Research Centre, Frazer Institute, The University of Queensland, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
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- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane QLD 4072, Australia
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Zhan Q, Kong F, Shao S, Zhang B, Huang S. Pathogenesis of Depression in Alzheimer's Disease. Neurochem Res 2024; 49:548-556. [PMID: 38015411 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-023-04061-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Depression is a prevalent occurrence among Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients, yet its underlying mechanism remains unclear. Recent investigations have revealed that several pathophysiological changes associated with Alzheimer's disease can lead to mood disorders. These alterations include irregularities in monoamine neurotransmitters, disruptions in glutamatergic synaptic transmission, neuro-inflammation, dysfunction within the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenocortical (HPA) axis, diminished levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), and hippocampal atrophy. This review consolidates research findings from pertinent fields to elucidate the mechanisms underlying depression in Alzheimer's disease, aiming to provide valuable insights for the study of its mechanisms and clinical treatment.
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- Qingyang Zhan
- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150040, China
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- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150040, China
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- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150040, China
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- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150040, China.
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- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150040, China
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Kong F, Cheng W, Zhan Q. Clinical study on the selection of endoscopes and microscopes for transsphenoidal surgery of non-aggressive pituitary macroadenoma and microadenoma and the influencing factors of hyposmia after endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery. Front Neurol 2024; 15:1321099. [PMID: 38487320 PMCID: PMC10937579 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1321099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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Background and objective Transsphenoidal surgery, including endoscopic and microscopic resection, is the first choice of treatment for pituitary tumors. With the widespread application of neuroendoscopy in recent decades, there has been a trend to replace microscopes. In clinical practice, we have found that in transsphenoidal surgery for non-invasive microadenomas and macroadenomas, microscopy can achieve a higher total resection rate, shorter operation time, lower incidence of postoperative complications, and faster recovery of olfaction. This study aimed to explore the selection of endoscopes and microscopes for non-aggressive transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary adenomas and the factors affecting olfactory recovery. Methods From August 2019 to October 2022, 93 patients with non-aggressive microadenomas and macroadenomas via the transsphenoidal approach were selected from the First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University and treated with rich experience in pituitary tumor subspecialty microscopy and endoscopic surgery. Different surgical methods were used to divide the patients into microscopic (n = 35) and endoscopic (n = 58) groups. The total tumor removal rate, intraoperative blood loss, operation time and cost, postoperative hospital stay, recovery of visual function, postoperative changes in hormone levels, complication rate, and recovery from complications 3 months after the operation were compared between the two groups. Results There were no significant differences in the tumor removal rate, postoperative visual acuity, and visual field recovery between the two groups (p > 0.05). There was a significant difference in the recovery rate of olfactory function between the two groups 3 months after the operation (p < 0.05), and there was no significant difference in the incidence of other complications (p > 0.05); Compared with the two groups, the microscope group had shorter operation time, longer postoperative hospital stay, less average operation cost and less blood loss, and the difference was statistically significant (p < 0.05). The position of the nasal septum mucosal flap incision was a risk factor for hyposmia 3 months after the operation. Conclusion Microsurgery and endoscopic surgery are suitable surgical treatments for nonaggressive microadenomas and macroadenomas. The total tumor removal and postoperative hormone remission rates of the two surgical methods were approximately the same. However, the microsurgery group had a shorter operation time, less intraoperative blood loss, faster olfactory function recovery, and a lower average operation cost. The position of the nasal septal mucosal flap incision was a risk factor for hyposmia at 3 months postoperatively. Hyposmia is less likely to occur when the superior edge of the nasal septal mucosal flap incision is not higher than the lower edge of the ipsilateral superior turbinate.
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- Fanyi Kong
- First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Department of Neuroscience, Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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Zhu G, Wang M, Wang Y, Kong F. Assessing the association between age at first sexual intercourse and migraine: a Mendelian randomization study. Front Neurol 2024; 15:1347831. [PMID: 38379708 PMCID: PMC10876792 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1347831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024] Open
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Background and objectives As indicated by observational and genetic variation studies, age at first sexual intercourse (AFS) may be associated with migraine attack, but there is a lack of evidence from real-world studies due to ethical concerns. Therefore, we conducted a Mendelian randomization study to determine the causal relationship between AFS and migraine. Methods We extracted instrumental variables from summary data of a genome-wide association study (GWAS) on AFS and migraine and then conducted two-sample Mendelian randomization analyses. GWAS data for AFS and migraine were obtained from 397,338 unrelated individuals (214,547 females and 182,791 males) and 306,314 individuals (18,477 patients and 287,837 control individuals), respectively. Results There was a causal relationship between AFS and risk for migraine (odds ratio (OR) = 0.73, 95% confidence interval (CI) [0.61 to 0.86]), both for migraine with aura (MWA; OR = 0.72, 95% CI [0.58 to 0.89]) and migraine without aura (MOA; OR = 0.66, 95% CI [0.51 to 0.86]). Stratified analyses provided suggestive evidence of the causal relationship between delayed AFS and a decreased risk of migraine for both males (OR = 0.71, 95% CI [0.59 to 0.84]) and females (OR = 0.73, 95% CI [0.61 to 0.89]). Reverse Mendelian randomization did not reveal any effect of migraine on AFS (p > 0.05). No pleiotropy was detected. Discussion A delayed AFS is a protective factor against migraine (for both MWA and MOA) in both males and females. This causal relationship indicates the presence of extracranial regulatory pathways of migraine.
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- Guoliang Zhu
- Department of Neurology, The Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- School of Clinical Medicine, Dali University, Dali, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Dali University, Dali, Yunnan, China
- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, The Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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Kong F, Lu S. Soil inorganic amendments produce safe rice by reducing the transfer of Cd and increasing key amino acids in brown rice. J Environ Sci (China) 2024; 136:121-132. [PMID: 37923424 DOI: 10.1016/j.jes.2022.09.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2022] [Revised: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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The digestibility of cadmium (Cd) in brown rice is directly related to amino acid metabolism in rice and human health. In our field study, three kinds of alkaline calcium-rich soil inorganic amendments (SIAs) at three dosages were applied to produce safe rice and improve the quality of rice in Cd-contaminated paddy. With the increased application of SIA, Cd content in iron plaque on rice root significantly increased, the transfer of Cd from rice root to grain significantly decreased, and then Cd content in brown rice decreased synchronously. The vitro digestibility of Cd in brown rice was estimated by a physiologically based extraction test. Results showed that more than 70% of Cd in brown rice could be digested by simulated gastrointestinal juice. Based on the total and digestible Cd contents in brown rice to evaluate the health risk, the application of 2.25 ton SIA/ha could produce safe rice in acidic slightly Cd-contaminated paddy soils. The amino acids (AAs) in brown rice were determined by high-performance liquid chromatography. The contents of 5 key AAs (KAAs) that actively respond to environmental changes increased significantly with the increased application of SIA. The structural equation model indicated that KAAs could be affected by the Cd translocation capacity from rice root to grain, and consequently altered the ratio of indigestible Cd in brown rice. The formation of indigestible KAAs-Cd complexes by combining KAAs (phenylalanine, leucine, histidine, glutamine, and asparagine) with Cd in brown rice could be considered a potential mechanism for reducing the digestibility of Cd.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China.
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Yu J, Kong F, Gao P, Chen T, Liu Y, Cheng Z, Deng H, Lai J, Zhang L, Fan J, Wang J, Qin X, Sun K, Li J, Fang Q, Yang D, Cheng K. Case Report: Left bundle branch pacing in an amyloid light-chain cardiac amyloidosis patient with atrioventricular block. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 10:1333484. [PMID: 38274319 PMCID: PMC10808645 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1333484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Introduction Amyloid light-chain cardiac amyloidosis is a progressive infiltrative disease characterized by the deposition of amyloid fibrils in the cardiac tissue, which can cause serious atrioventricular block requiring pacemaker implantation. Left bundle branch pacing has emerged as an alternative method for delivering physiological pacing to achieve electrical synchrony of the left ventricle. However, left bundle branch pacing in patients with amyloid light-chain cardiac amyloidosis has not been studied in detail. Therefore, in this study, we present a case of left bundle branch pacing in a patient with amyloid light-chain cardiac amyloidosis. Case summary A 66-year-old male patient with amyloid light-chain cardiac amyloidosis presented with syncope for 1 month. Holter monitoring revealed intermittent third-degree atrioventricular block. Left bundle branch pacing was performed successfully. During the 1-year follow-up, it was observed that the left bundle branch capture threshold remained stable without any pacemaker-related complications or left ventricle systolic dysfunction, and there was no recurrence of syncope. Conclusion Left bundle branch pacing appears to be a safe and feasible option for patients with amyloid light-chain cardiac amyloidosis experiencing atrioventricular block.
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- Jiaqi Yu
- Department of Internal Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hematology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Kong F, Pan Y, Wu D. Activation and Regulation of Pancreatic Stellate Cells in Chronic Pancreatic Fibrosis: A Potential Therapeutic Approach for Chronic Pancreatitis. Biomedicines 2024; 12:108. [PMID: 38255213 PMCID: PMC10813475 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12010108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2023] [Revised: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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In the complex progression of fibrosis in chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) emerge as central figures. These cells, initially in a dormant state characterized by the storage of vitamin A lipid droplets within the chronic pancreatitis microenvironment, undergo a profound transformation into an activated state, typified by the secretion of an abundant extracellular matrix, including α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA). This review delves into the myriad factors that trigger PSC activation within the context of chronic pancreatitis. These factors encompass alcohol, cigarette smoke, hyperglycemia, mechanical stress, acinar cell injury, and inflammatory cells, with a focus on elucidating their underlying mechanisms. Additionally, we explore the regulatory factors that play significant roles during PSC activation, such as TGF-β, CTGF, IL-10, PDGF, among others. The investigation into these regulatory factors and pathways involved in PSC activation holds promise in identifying potential therapeutic targets for ameliorating fibrosis in chronic pancreatitis. We provide a summary of recent research findings pertaining to the modulation of PSC activation, covering essential genes and innovative regulatory mediators designed to counteract PSC activation. We anticipate that this research will stimulate further insights into PSC activation and the mechanisms of pancreatic fibrosis, ultimately leading to the discovery of groundbreaking therapies targeting cellular and molecular responses within these processes.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China; (F.K.); (Y.P.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China; (F.K.); (Y.P.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China; (F.K.); (Y.P.)
- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China
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Kong F, Zhou J, Guan DX, Wu N, Lu S, Wang H. Role of iron manganese plaque in the safe production of rice (Oryza sativa L.) grains: Field evidence at plot and regional scales in cadmium-contaminated paddy soils. Sci Total Environ 2023; 903:166183. [PMID: 37567314 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Revised: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023]
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The relationship between iron manganese plaque (IP) and cadmium (Cd) accumulation by rice in the microenvironment of rice rhizosphere at varying field scales needs to be further explored. In this study, we selected different rice varieties and implemented tailored amendments to ensure the safe production of rice grains in heavily Cd-contaminated farmland situated around an E-waste dismantling site. Through regional surveys, we elucidated the role of IP in facilitating safe rice production. The selection of low-Cd accumulating rice varieties and application of appropriate amendments with sufficient dosages allowed for the effective reduction of Cd transport from soil to rice, resulting in a safe concentration of Cd in rice grains. Analysis using a random forest algorithm indicated that iron (Fe) played a more pivotal role than manganese in soil-rice systems in mitigating Cd accumulation in brown rice. The presence of Fe in IP (IP-Fe) at a low loading mass was unfavorable to the Cd-safe production of rice, while at an IP-Fe loading mass of 52 g/kg, the Cd content in brown rice decreased to a safe level. Furthermore, precipitation, coprecipitation, and complexation of surface functional groups contributed to Cd fixation on IP, as indicated by scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, electron probe microanalysis, and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy with attenuated total reflection. Our results highlighted the key role of IP in the production of Cd-safe rice at different field scales.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China.
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Narula N, Gibbs KE, Kong F, Mukherjee I. Appendiceal Intussusception, Diverticula, and Fecalith Associated With Appendicitis. Am Surg 2023; 89:6257-6259. [PMID: 36074037 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221126954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Nisha Narula
- Department of Surgery, Staten Island University Hospital
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- Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Health, Bridgeport, CT, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY, USA
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Zhan Q, Kong F. Mechanisms associated with post-stroke depression and pharmacologic therapy. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1274709. [PMID: 38020612 PMCID: PMC10651767 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1274709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Stroke is one of the most common cerebrovascular diseases, which is the cause of long-term mental illness and physical disability, Post-stroke depression (PSD) is the most common neuropsychiatric complication after stroke, and its mechanisms are characterized by complexity, plurality, and diversity, which seriously affects the quality of survival and prognosis of patients. Studies have focused on and recognized neurotransmitter-based mechanisms and selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can be used to treat PSD. Neuroinflammation, neuroendocrinology, neurotrophic factors, and the site of the stroke lesion may affect neurotransmitters. Thus the mechanisms of PSD have been increasingly studied. Pharmacological treatment mainly includes SSRIs, noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant (NaSSA), anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin D, ect, which have been confirmed to have better efficacy by clinical studies. Currently, there is an increasing number of studies related to the mechanisms of PSD. However, the mechanisms and pharmacologic treatment of PSD is still unclear. In the future, in-depth research on the mechanisms and treatment of PSD is needed to provide a reference for the prevention and treatment of clinical PSD.
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- Qingyang Zhan
- Institute of Chinese Medicine, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Neurosurgery, Affiliated First Hospital, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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Colef R, Kiran N, Mescallado L, Kong F, Khan S. Merkel Cell Carcinoma in an Elderly Male With Extensive Local Disease. Cureus 2023; 15:e48001. [PMID: 38034209 PMCID: PMC10686785 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.48001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, highly aggressive neuroendocrine carcinoma of the skin. It is often found in the sun-exposed skin areas of elderly individuals of Caucasian descent. MCC has a tendency for local recurrence and the potential to invade nearby lymph nodes and spread to distant sites in the body. Here, we present the case of an 83-year-old male with a history of multiple comorbidities, including congestive heart failure, obesity, hypertension, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and sarcoidosis, who presented with a slow-growing, fungating lesion on his left lower leg. Histopathological examination revealed MCC with extensive necrosis and involved resection margins. Additional skin lesions on the left knee were confirmed to be MCC. Follow-up CT scans showed lymphadenopathy and a femoral lesion. The patient was deemed a poor candidate for resection and placed on immunotherapy treatment. The low incidence rate and indistinct clinical manifestations of MCC make a conclusive diagnosis dependent on examining histological features and immunohistochemical markers through a lesioned biopsy or resection. Due to the aggressive nature of MCC and the tendency for asymptomatic and painless lesions to escape notice, it is important to raise awareness about this condition. This will lead to earlier detection and intervention, potentially enhancing patient survival rates.
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- Robert Colef
- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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- Gastrointestinal, Hepatobiliary and Transplant Pathology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA
- Hematopathology, Northwell Health, New York, USA
- Pathology, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, USA
- Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, New York, USA
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Ning HY, Cai HJ, Ma TT, Fan CE, Wu DD, Gao FY, Kong F, Zhang FJ, Wang R, Guo HH, Ma RL, Zheng CY, Hao B, Wang HT, Zhang JJ, Zhang L, Wang XY. [Investigation and analysis of airborne allergenic pollen in 4 districts and 5 counties of Hohhot City]. Zhonghua Yu Fang Yi Xue Za Zhi 2023; 57:1364-1372. [PMID: 37743296 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112150-20230116-00034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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Objective: To investigate the species, concentration and seasonal trends of main airborne allergenic pollen in 4 districts and 5 counties of Hohhot City. Methods: The Department of allergy, Beijing Shijitan Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University conducted a cross-sectional study about monitoring the airborne allergenic pollen from August 1, 2021 to July 31, 2022 by the gravitational method in 4 districts and 5 counties of Hohhot City, which include Yuquan District, Xincheng District, Huimin District, Saihan District, Tuoketuo County, Helingeer County, Tumotezuoqi County, Wuchuan County and Qingshuihe County. Daily pollens were counted and identified by optical microscopy, and the data were analyzed. Results: The airborne allergenic pollen was collected every month all year round in 4 districts and 5 counties of Hohhot city. Through the whole year of the total quantity of pollens ranged from 24 850 to 50 154 grains per 1 000 mm2 and two peaks of pollen concentration in air were observed,which happened in spring (from March to May) and in summer and autumn (from July to September). In spring, the main pollens were tree pollens, which principally distributed in Populus pollen (18.29%), Ulmus pollen (8.36%), Pinus pollen (6.20%), Cupressaceae pollen (5.23%), Betulaceae pollen (2.73%), Salix pollen (1.80%) and Quercus pollen (1.16%). In summer and autumn, the main pollens were weed pollens, which mainly included Artemisia pollen (42.73%), Chenopodiaceae pollen or Amaranthaceae pollen (7.46%), Poaceae pollen (2.26%), Humulus pollen or Cannabis pollen (0.60%). Conclusion: There were two peaks of main airborne allergenic pollen in 4 districts and 5 counties of Hohhot City. In the spring peak of pollen, the main airborne pollens were tree pollens. In the summer and autumn peak of pollen, the main airborne pollens were weed pollens. The Artemisia pollen was the most major airborne pollen in this area.
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- H Y Ning
- Department of Allergy, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China Allergy Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China
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- Allergy Center, Hohhot First Hospital, Hohhot 010030, China
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- Department of Allergy, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China Allergy Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China
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- Allergy Center, Hohhot First Hospital, Hohhot 010030, China
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- Department of Primary Health Care, Hohhot Health Committee, Hohhot 010010, China
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- Department of Allergy, Qingshuihe County Hospital, Hohhot 011600, China
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- Department of Allergy, Hohhot Huimin District Hospital, Hohhot 010030, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Ying Xin Road Office East Community Health Service Centre, Hohhot 010000, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Daxuexi Road Community Health Service Centre, Hohhot 010018, China
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- Department of Allergy and Department of Clinical Laboratory, Tumotezuoqi People's Hospital, Hohhot 010100, China
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- Department of Allergy, Tuoketuo County Hospital, Hohhot 010200, China
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- Department of Allergy, Helingeer County Hospital, Hohhot 011500, China
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- Department of Allergy, Wuchuan County Hospital, Hohhot 011700, China
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- Department of Allergy, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China Allergy Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China
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- Allergy Center, Hohhot First Hospital, Hohhot 010030, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and Department of Allergy, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100730, China Beijing Key Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Institute of Otorhinolaryngology, Beijing 100005, China
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- Department of Allergy, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China Allergy Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, China
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Pang K, Kong F, Wu D. Prospect of Mesenchymal Stem-Cell-Conditioned Medium in the Treatment of Acute Pancreatitis: A Systematic Review. Biomedicines 2023; 11:2343. [PMID: 37760784 PMCID: PMC10525511 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11092343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have demonstrated potential in both clinical and pre-clinical research for mitigating tissue damage and inflammation associated with acute pancreatitis (AP) via paracrine mechanisms. Hence, there has been a recent surge of interest among researchers in utilizing MSC cultured medium (CM) and its components for the treatment of AP, which is recognized as the primary cause of hospitalization for gastrointestinal disorders globally. A systematic review was conducted by searching the MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Web of Science databases. Studies that involve the administration of MSC-CM, extracellular vesicles/microvesicles (EVs/MVs), or exosomes to AP animal models are included. A total of six research studies, including eight experiments, were identified as relevant. The findings of this study provide evidence in favor of a beneficial impact of MSC-CM on both clinical and immunological outcomes. Nevertheless, prior to clinical trials, large animal models should be used and prolonged observation periods conducted in pre-clinical research. Challenges arise due to the lack of standardization and consensus on isolation processes, quantifications, and purity testing, making it difficult to compare reports and conduct meta-analyses in MSC-CM-based therapies.
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- Ke Pang
- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China; (K.P.); (F.K.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China; (K.P.); (F.K.)
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China; (K.P.); (F.K.)
- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China
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Kong F, Lu S. Inorganic amendments improve acidic paddy soils: Effects on soil properties, Al fractions, and microbial communities. Chemosphere 2023; 331:138758. [PMID: 37105309 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.138758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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Alkaline soil inorganic amendments (SIAs) have been extensively used to improve acidic soils. In this study, we arranged 9 treatments of low, medium, and high application dosages of silicon calcium magnesium potassium fertilizer, calcium magnesium phosphate fertilizer, and lime in the field to study the mechanism of SIAs in improving acidic soils. The Al sequential extraction experiment showed that the application of SIAs tended to transform from active to stable fractions of Al. By amplicon sequencing, it was observed that the application of SIAs significantly affected microbial community compositions in rhizosphere soils. With the decrease in soil acidity, the microbial function was also enhanced, especially the activity of dehydrogenase. In this study, the acidity-related indicators in soils (pH, exchangeable acid, and exchangeable base cations) were first integrated into an index-AIV (acidity improvement value), which was used to assess the relationship with other soil properties. The redundancy analysis and correlation network between soil chemical and biological indexes indicated that SIAs did not greatly affect the fungi community structure, while greatly increased or decreased the abundance of bacteria, especially Acidobacteria, Nitrospirae, and Crenarchaeota. Our data revealed the SIAs optimized soil environment for rice growth jointly by decreasing Al mobility, improving soil microbial function, and increasing soil fertility.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry Of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry Of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
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Kong F, Ying Y, Lu S. Heavy metal pollution risk of desulfurized steel slag as a soil amendment in cycling use of solid wastes. J Environ Sci (China) 2023; 127:349-360. [PMID: 36522067 DOI: 10.1016/j.jes.2022.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2021] [Revised: 05/09/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The by-product of wet flue gas desulfurization, desulfurized steel slag (DS), had chemical characteristics like natural gypsum that can be used to improve saline-sodic soil. However, contamination risk of heavy metals for cycling utilization of DS in agriculture was concerned mostly. Both pot and field experiments were conducted for evaluating the potential pollution risk of DS as the amendment of saline-sodic soil. Results showed that application of DS decreased the contents of Cd, Cu, Zn, and Pb, while significantly increasing chromium (Cr) content in DS-amended soils. The field experiment demonstrated that the migration of heavy metals (Cd, Zn, Cu, and Pb) in the soil profile was negligible. The application of DS at the dosage of 22.5-225 tons/ha significantly increased the Cr content in alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) but lower than the national standard for feed in China (GB 13078-2017). DS altered the chemical fraction of heavy metals (Zn, Cu, and Pb), transferred exchangeable, reducible into oxidizable and residual forms in DS-amended soil. Application of DS combined with fulvic acid (FA) could effectively reduce the movement of heavy metals in soil and the accumulation of Cr in alfalfa. Based on our results, DS was a safe and feasible material for agricultural use and presented relatively little pollution risk of heavy metals. However, the results also showed that DS to a certain extent had a potential environmental risk of Cr if larger dosages of DS were used.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China.
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Nian S, Li N, Kong F, Lu S, Chen J. Is discectomy effective for treating low back pain in patients with lumbar disc herniation and Modic changes? A systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies. Spine J 2023; 23:533-549. [PMID: 36328303 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2022.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Revised: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Previous low-quality evidence has suggested preoperative Modic changes (MC) showed a trend toward less improvement in low back pain in patients with lumbar disc herniation (LDH) undergoing discectomy. However, a recent meta-analysis concluded that the presence of preoperative MC did not significantly impact clinical outcomes following lumbar discectomy. PURPOSE To compare low back pain and functional outcomes of patients after discectomy for LDH with preoperative MC. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies. METHODS This comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis used English-language articles identified through searches using Pubmed, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane library until August 2022. The included studies identified publications that concentrated on the patients suffering from LDH with different preoperative MCs treated by discectomy. The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) were the two main metrics to evaluate outcomes. RESULTS A series of 2,299 LDH patients with a definitive type of MC were included in four retrospective and five prospective studies. Overall, there is moderate to high quality evidence suggesting no significant difference between normal and MC groups for pain outcomes as well as normal and Modic type 2 groups in terms of pain or functional outcomes at one or two-year follow up. There are less functional outcomes in LDH patients with preoperative MC compared with no MC at 2-year follow up and showed no significant difference at 1-year follow-up. However, above all results may due to heterogeneity. Subgroup analysis revealed that only Modic type 1 showed statistically lower functional scores (mean difference in ODI scores range from 0 to 100) compared with Modic type 2 or compared with no MC at 2-year follow-up and showed no significant difference at 1-year follow-up (MC1 vs. MC0, p=.24, MD= -2.70; 95% CI, -7.15 to 1.76 for 1-year;p<.00001, MD= -7.92; 95% CI, -11.19 to -4.66 for 2 years. MC1 vs. MC2, p=.58, MD= -1.29; 95% CI, -5.83 to 3.25 for 1-year;p<.0001, MD= -6.77; 95% CI, -9.94 to -3.61 for 2 years). CONCLUSIONS These data suggest LDH patients with or without preoperative MCs show a similar improvement of low back pain at 1 and 2-year follow-up and functional scores after discectomy at one-year follow-up. LDH patients with preoperative Modic type 1 are associated with worse functional status after discectomy at 2-year follow-up. However, high-quality randomized controlled trials and prospective cohort studies which focus on analyzing the risk and confounding factors are lacking.
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- Sunqi Nian
- The Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650500, P.R. China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, 920th Hospital of the Joint Logistics Support Force, No. 212, Daguan Road, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, No. 176, Qingnian Rd, Kunming, 650021, Yunnan Province, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650500, P.R. China; Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, No. 157, Jinbi Road, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650500, P.R. China; Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, No. 157, Jinbi Road, Kunming, Yunnan, China.
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Kong F, Lu S. Prediction model for Cd accumulation of rice (Oryza sativa L.) based on extractable Cd in soils and prediction for high Cd-risk regions of southern Zhejiang Province, China. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2023; 30:15964-15974. [PMID: 36175730 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-23342-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/25/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Soil environmental quality in China for agricultural land always considers the effect of total cadmium (Cd) in soil, ignoring the bioavailability of soil Cd. The 139 paired rice (Oryza sativa L.) and soil samples were collected from the Cd-contaminated paddy fields of southern Zhejiang Province, China. The objectives of this study were to establish accurate prediction models for Cd accumulation in brown rice based on bioavailable Cd and physiochemical properties of soils and to evaluate the safety of rice production in Cd-contaminated paddy. The bioavailable Cd in soils was extracted and evaluated by using CaCl2, HNO3, diethylenetriamine pentaacetic acid (DTPA), diffusive gradients in thin-films technique (DGT), and sequential extraction method proposed by the European Community Bureau of Reference; 100 pairs of data were used as training sets, and the remaining 39 sets were used as validation sets. Stepwise multiple linear regression analysis and random forest analysis showed that total Cd in soil could roughly indicate the content of Cd in rice, while extractable Cd could better explain the accumulation of Cd in rice grain and DTPA and DGT extractive technologies are the most evaluative. The validation sets also showed that the prediction model has a good fit. Based on the prediction model for Cd in brown rice based on soil pH and DGT extractive Cd, the Monte Carlo simulation showed that 74.32% and 89.35% of the estimated brown rice hazard quotient (HQ) of the daily Cd intake of adults and children in safe utilization paddy sites could exceed the safe level of 1, respectively. Additionally, the threshold values for extractable Cd by DGT or DTPA for rice safe production were 3.4 μg/kg or 0.13 mg/kg when the pH in soils was below 5.5. The results further proved the threshold concentration of extractable Cd for predicting high-risk soils of Cd contamination in brown rice.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
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Cui Z, Ye G, Yu W, Wang Z, Kong F, Ren L. [Progress of researches on albendazole for treatment of alveolar echinococcosis]. Zhongguo Xue Xi Chong Bing Fang Zhi Za Zhi 2022; 35:104-110. [PMID: 36974024 DOI: 10.16250/j.32.1374.2022075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/29/2023]
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Alveolar echinococcosis, caused by Echinococcus multilocularis infection, is a highly deadly zoonotic parasitic disease. As a benzimidazole compound, albendazole has a strong and broad-spectrum anti-parasitic action. For alveolar echinococcosis patients that are unwilling to receive surgical treatment, lose the timing for surgery, or are intolerant to surgery due to poor physical status, administration of albendazole may delay disease progression. Recently, a large number of advances have been achieved in experimental studies on alveolar echinococcosis. In order to increase the understanding of the therapeutic efficacy of albendazole for alveolar echinococcosis, this review summarizes the advances in albendazole treatment for alveolar echinococcosis, so as to provide insights into the clinical treatment of alveolar echinococcosis with albendazole.
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- Z Cui
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Qinghai University Affiliated Hospital, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai University Medical School, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Echinococcosis Research, Xining, Qinghai 810099, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Qinghai University Affiliated Hospital, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai University Medical School, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Echinococcosis Research, Xining, Qinghai 810099, China
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- Qinghai University Medical School, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Echinococcosis Research, Xining, Qinghai 810099, China
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- Qinghai University Medical School, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Echinococcosis Research, Xining, Qinghai 810099, China
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- Qinghai University Medical School, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Echinococcosis Research, Xining, Qinghai 810099, China
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- Qinghai University Medical School, Xining, Qinghai 810012, China
- Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Echinococcosis Research, Xining, Qinghai 810099, China
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Kong F, Lu S. Effects of microbial organic fertilizer (MOF) application on cadmium uptake of rice in acidic paddy soil: Regulation of the iron oxides driven by the soil microorganisms. Environ Pollut 2022; 307:119447. [PMID: 35588961 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2022.119447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2022] [Revised: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Rice often accumulates higher Cd from contaminated soils, thereby endangering human health. In this study, microbial organic fertilizer (MOF) was applied at the rate of 3, 4.5, and 7.5 t·MOF·ha-1, respectively, to passivate Cd in polluted soils. The goals of the field experiments were to understand how MOF reduces the uptake of Cd in rice by affecting the mobility and bioavailability of Cd in the rhizosphere soil. BCR sequential extraction analysis recorded that the addition of MOF decreased the content of available Cd and increased Cd residual fraction in soils. Compared with the control treatment, the application of 7.5 t·MOF·ha-1 significantly increased the yield of rice by 7.9% and decreased the Cd content in brown rice by 86.4%. The application of MOF strengthened the oxidation of iron by increasing the relative abundance of Fe-oxidizing bacteria (FeOB) Thiobacillus, and further increased the ratio of amorphous/dissociative iron oxides (Feo/Fed) and thickened the iron plaques on the root surface of rice. The spatial distribution of Cd and Fe on rice root indicated the key role of iron plaques in preventing Cd from entering rice. The structural equation model confirmed that MOF application regulated iron oxides by FeOB, dehydrogenase activity, and catalase activity, thereby reducing the Cd uptake of rice.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Key Laboratory of Environmental Remediation and Ecosystem Health, Ministry of Education, College of Environmental and Resource Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China.
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Zhang Y, Mou Y, Zhang Y, Wang J, Kong F. Psychological experience and social reintegration needs of young stroke patients: a systematic review and meta-aggregation of qualitative studies. J Community Health Nurs 2022; 39:150-169. [PMID: 35653793 DOI: 10.1080/07370016.2022.2077074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND The visible physical dysfunction and invisible psychological effects after stroke prevent young patients from returning to their pre-stroke roles and social activities. PURPOSE/AIM To comprehensively analyze the psychological experience and social reintegration needs of young stroke patients, which may be beneficial for improving quality of life and social reintegration after stroke. METHODS We conducted a comprehensive literature search of 10 databases. The screening and quality assessment of the included articles were performed by the Qualitative Assessment and Review Instrument (QARI). Meta-aggregation was conducted to synthesize the findings of the included studies. We summarized the certainty of confidence using the Confidence in Evidence from Reviews of Qualitative Research (CERQual) approach. RESULTS A total of 5506 studies were screened, of which 12 were included. Data synthesis suggested two new themes: (a) the self-growth process from denial of stroke to accepting stroke (high CERQual confidence), and (b) desire to regain pre-stroke normality, but having difficulty in the social reintegration process (high CERQual confidence). CONCLUSION Stroke, as a traumatic event, disrupts the life structure of young patients, and their needs of reintegration are not adequately considered. Interventions based on the principle of individuation should focus on this issue to restore continuity in life after stroke.
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- Yongli Zhang
- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China.,College of Nursing, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China.,College of Nursing, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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Xu J, Kong F, Cui S, Liu K, Liu Z, Wang J, Zheng W, Zhou Y, Xu R. PB2199: A REAL WORLD STUDY OF PEG-RHG-CSF ON HEMATOPOIETIC RECOVERY AFTER ALLOGENEIC HEMATOPOIETIC STEM CELL TRANSPLANTATION. Hemasphere 2022. [PMCID: PMC9431637 DOI: 10.1097/01.hs9.0000851624.93969.ee] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Kong F, Buse DC, Geng J, Xu J, Liu H, Ma S. Efficacy and tolerability of oral gastrodin for medication overuse headache (EASTERN): Study protocol for a multicenter randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Front Neurol 2022; 13:1095298. [PMID: 36910863 PMCID: PMC9993247 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.1095298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/24/2023] Open
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Background Prophylactic medication in clinical detoxification programs for the treatment of medication overuse headache is still debated. Gastrodin, a main bioactive constituent of Rhizoma Gastrodiae, has been applied clinically to treat primary headache for more than 30 years in China due to its potential analgesic and anti-migraine mechanisms. However, clinical evidence supporting its routing use in MOH is insufficient. The present study aims to investigate the efficacy and tolerability of oral gastrodin in medication overuse headache. Methods A multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel, placebo-controlled trial will be performed. A target sample size of 186 patients who fulfill the International Classification of Headache Disorders 3rd version (ICHD-3) criteria for MOH will be recruited and screened during a baseline screening period of 28 days before being randomly assigned to either the gastrodin or placebo group at a ratio of 1:1. Enrolled patients will be assessed for each 4 weeks during the 12-weeks double-blind phase and followed up at week 24. The primary endpoint is mean change in monthly headache day frequency. Secondary endpoints will be the proportion of remitted MOH, change in headache pain intensity, headache impact test (HIT-6) score, 50% responder rate, treatment failure, monthly acute medication intake days, and Short Form 36-Item Health Survey (SF-36) score. Tolerability will be assessed by drop-out rates though safety monitoring during treatment. Discussion The findings of the present study may help to provide new evidence on gastrodin as a prophylaxis treatment with both efficacy and high tolerability for the treatment of MOH. Clinical trail registration Chinese Clinical Trail Registry (ChiCTR2200063719), Protocol Version 1.1, May, 09, 2022.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Department of Neurology, The Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, United States
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- Department of Neurology, Affiliated Hospital and Clinical Medical College of Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Xiangya Changde Hospital, Changde, Hunan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Puer People's Hospital, Puer, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neurology, 920th Hospital of Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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Li Y, Xiao L, Wang Z, Chen K, Xue C, Yu M, Wang Y, Kong F, Liu K, Qin K. Raman Spectroscopic Characterization of Polymerization Kinetics of Cyanoacrylate Embolic Glues for Vascular Embolization. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13193362. [PMID: 34641176 PMCID: PMC8512224 DOI: 10.3390/polym13193362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2021] [Revised: 09/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Endovascular glue embolization is a minimally invasive technique used to selectively reduce or block the blood supply to specific targeted vessels. Cyanoacrylate glues, mixed with radiopaque iodized oil, have been widely used for vascular embolization owing to their rapid polymerization rate, good penetration ability and low tissue toxicity. Nevertheless, in clinical practice, the selection of the glue–oil proportion and the manual injection process of mixtures are mostly based on empirical knowledge of operators, as the crucial physicochemical effect of polymerization kinetics has rarely been quantitatively investigated. In this study, the Raman spectroscopy is used for studying the polymerization kinetics of n-butyl-cyanoacrylate-based glues mixed with an iodized oil. To simulate the polymerization process during embolization, glue–oil mixtures upon contact with a protein ionic solution mimicking blood plasma are manually constructed and their polymerization kinetics are systematically characterized by Raman spectroscopy. The results demonstrate the feasibility of Raman spectroscopy in the characterization of polymerization kinetics of cyanoacrylate-based embolic glues. The polymerization process of cyanoacrylate-based mixtures consists of a fast polymerization phase followed by a slow phase. The propagation velocity and polymerization time primarily depend on the glue concentrations. The commonly used 50% mixture polymerizes 1 mm over ∼21.8 s, while it takes ∼51 min to extend to 5 mm. The results provide essential information for interventional radiologists to help them understand the polymerization kinetics of embolic glues and thus regulate the polymerization rate for effective embolization.
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- Yongjiang Li
- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China;
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
- Correspondence: (K.L.); (K.Q.); Tel.: +86-0411-8470-9690 (K.Q.)
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- School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China; (Y.L.); (L.X.); (Z.W.); (K.C.); (C.X.); (Y.W.); (F.K.)
- Correspondence: (K.L.); (K.Q.); Tel.: +86-0411-8470-9690 (K.Q.)
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He J, Liang H, Wang W, Akopov A, Aiolfi A, Ang KL, Bertolaccini L, Cai K, Cao Q, Chen B, Chen C, Chen C, Chen D, Chen F, Chen J, Chen L, Chen M, Chen Y, Chen Z, Cheng C, Cui D, Cui F, Dai T, Dong Q, Ferrari PA, Flores RM, Fu J, Funaki S, Froudarakis ME, Gan X, Geng M, Guo J, Guo Q, Han Y, He J, He K, Hirai K, Hu J, Hu S, Huang J, Huang J, Jiang W, Kim KS, Kiss G, Kong F, Lan L, Leng X, Li B, Li G, Li H, Li H, Li H, Li J, Li X, Li S, Li Y, Li Z, Liang Y, Liang L, Liang W, Liao Y, Lin W, Lin X, Liu H, Liu H, Liu J, Liu J, Liu X, Liu Z, Lu X, Luo Q, Mao N, Pan Q, Pang D, Peng J, Peng J, Pompeo E, Qian R, Qiao K, Redwan B, Sang Z, Shao W, Shen J, Shen W, Sung SW, Tang W, Wang T, Wang G, Wang H, Wang H, Wang J, Wang W, Wang Y, Wang Z, Wei L, Wei W, Wu H, Wu J, Xia Z, Xu C, Xu E, Xu H, Xu N, Xu Q, Xu R, Xu S, Yang C, Yang H, Yang S, Yi J, Zhang G, Zhang H, Zhang J, Zhang M, Zhang X, Zhang Y, Zhang Z, Zhang Z, Zhao H, Zhao J, Zhao X, Zhou J, Zhou Y, Zhu C, Zhu S, Zhu X, Cui J, Yan Y, Chen KN. Tubeless video-assisted thoracic surgery for pulmonary ground-glass nodules: expert consensus and protocol (Guangzhou). Transl Lung Cancer Res 2021; 10:3503-3519. [PMID: 34584853 PMCID: PMC8435391 DOI: 10.21037/tlcr-21-663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Jianxing He
- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, First Pavlov State Medical University, Saint-Petersburg, Russia
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- Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Istituto Clinico Sant'Ambrogio, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Glenfield Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Nanfang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhuhai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Central Hospital of Wuhan, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Hainan General Hospital, Hainan, China
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- Lung Cancer Department, Tianjin General Hospital, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Henan Provincial Chest Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Southwest Medical University Affiliated Hospital, Luzhou, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Oncology Hospital "A. Businco", A.R.N.A.S. "G. Brotzu", Cagliari, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Mount Sinai Health System, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Pneumonology and Thoracic Oncology, North Hospital, University Hospital of Saint-Etienne, St-Etienne, France
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Zhuhai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Anyang Tumour Hospital, Anyang, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University, Baoding, China
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Southwest Medical University Affiliated Hospital, Luzhou, China
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Nippon Medical School Chiba Hokusoh Hospital, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Longyan City First Hospital, Longyan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Maoming People's Hospital, Maoming, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ganzhou People's Hospital, Ganzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Anaesthesia and Surgical Intensive Care, University Hospital Felix Guyon, Saint Denis, Reunion Island, France
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou University Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou, China
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- 2nd Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University, Baoding, China
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- 2nd Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory for Surgical Treatment for End-stage Lung Disease, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou University People's Hospital, Henan University People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Zhongshan City People's Hospital, Zhongshan, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Gaozhou People's Hospital, Gaozhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cancer Hospital of China Medical University, Liaoning Cancer Hospital & Institute, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of the University of South China, Hengyang, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dongguan People's Hospital, Dongguan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, the Affiliated Hospital of Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Sichuan Cancer Hospital & Institute, Sichuan Cancer Center, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Policlinico Tor Vergata University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Henan Provincial Chest Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Third People's Hospital of Shenzhen, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Klinik am Park, Klinikum Westfalen, Lünen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Anyang Tumour Hospital, Anyang, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, National Clinical Research Center for Respiratory Disease, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Taizhou Hospital, Taizhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ningbo medical center LIHUILI Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Ewha Womens University Seoul Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Zhongshan City People's Hospital, Zhongshan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, People's Hospital of Shenzhen, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Hebei General Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Hunan Provincial People's Hospital and The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The People's Hospital of Liaoning Province, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhengzhou Key Laboratory for Surgical Treatment for End-stage Lung Disease, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou University People's Hospital, Henan University People's Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Huizhou Municipal Central Hospital, Huizhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital Affiliated to Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Third People's Hospital of Shenzhen, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ganzhou People's Hospital, Ganzhou, China
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- General Hospital of Southern Theater Command, PLA, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Anhui Chest Hospital, Hefei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital Affiliated to Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Quanzhou First Hospital Affiliated to Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Peoples' Hospital of Yibin, Yibin, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First People's Hospital of Foshan, Foshan, China
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, The First People's Hospital of Jingmen, Jingmen, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University, Hohhot, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Affiliated Luoyang Central Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Luoyang, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Jieyang People's Hospital, Jieyang, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Chest Surgery, Affiliated Cancer Hospital & Institute of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dongguan People's Hospital, Dongguan, China
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- Department of Anesthesia, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Taizhou Hospital, Taizhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College (Yijishan Hospital), Wuhu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Zhejiang Hospital Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University L, Harbin, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Key Laboratory of Carcinogenesis and Translational Research (Ministry of Education), Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute, Beijing, China
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Kong F, Li X, Jiao R, Sun C. [Study on the temperature characteristics of fast capacitance in patch clamp experiments]. Sheng Wu Yi Xue Gong Cheng Xue Za Zhi 2021; 38:695-702. [PMID: 34459169 DOI: 10.7507/1001-5515.202007054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Patch clamp is a technique that can measure weak current in the level of picoampere (pA). It has been widely used for cellular electrophysiological recording in fundamental medical researches, such as membrane potential and ion channel currents recording, etc. In order to obtain accurate measurement results, both the resistance and capacitance of the pipette are required to be compensated. Capacitance compensations are composed of slow and fast capacitance compensation. The slow compensation is determined by the lipid bilayer of cell membrane, and its magnitude usually ranges from a few picofarads (pF) to a few microfarads (μF), depending on the cell size. The fast capacitance is formed by the distributed capacitance of the glass pipette, wires and solution, mostly ranging in a few picofarads. After the pipette sucks the cells in the solution, the positions of the glass pipette and wire have been determined, and only taking once compensation for slow and fast capacitance will meet the recording requirements. However, when the study needs to deal with the temperature characteristics, it is still necessary to make a recognition on the temperature characteristic of the capacitance. We found that the time constant of fast capacitance discharge changed with increasing temperature of bath solution when we studied the photothermal effect on cell membrane by patch clamp. Based on this phenomenon, we proposed an equivalent circuit to calculate the temperature-dependent parameters. Experimental results showed that the fast capacitance increased in a positive rate of 0.04 pF/℃, while the pipette resistance decreased. The fine data analysis demonstrated that the temperature rises of bath solution determined the kinetics of the fast capacitance mainly by changing the inner solution resistance of the glass pipette. This result will provide a good reference for the fine temperature characteristic study related to cellular electrophysiology based on patch clamp technique.
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- Fanyi Kong
- Biomedical Optics Laboratory, School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, Liaoning 116000, P.R.China
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- School of Electronics and Information Technology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, P.R.China
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- Biomedical Optics Laboratory, School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, Liaoning 116000, P.R.China
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- Biomedical Optics Laboratory, School of Optoelectronic Engineering and Instrumentation Science, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, Liaoning 116000, P.R.China
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Wang J, Kong F, Kim WK. Effect of almond hulls on the performance, egg quality, nutrient digestibility, and body composition of laying hens. Poult Sci 2021; 100:101286. [PMID: 34289427 PMCID: PMC8319578 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2021.101286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2020] [Revised: 05/04/2021] [Accepted: 05/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to evaluate 2 varieties of almond hulls (prime and California type hulls) as an alternative feed ingredient on the performance, egg quality, nutrient digestibility, and body composition using a total of 100 23-week-old Hy-Line W36 hens. Treatments consisted of a control diet based on corn and soybean meal; T2 and T3 were formulated to contain 7.5 and 15% of prime hulls; and T4 and T5 contained 7.5 and 15% of California type hulls. Inclusion of prime hulls and California type hulls had no effects on feed intake, egg laying rate, and feed conversion ratio, but California type hulls at 7.5% decreased (P < 0.001) body weight gain compared to the control. Prime hulls at 7.5% and California type hulls at both levels improved (P ≤ 0.022) AMEn and N digestibility. Both prime hulls and California type hulls had no effects on egg size, specific gravity, Haugh unit, and percentages of yolk, albumen and shell, but yolk color appeared greener and less yellow (P ≤ 0.009) by prime hulls and less yellow (P = 0.001) by California type hulls. For body composition, prime hulls and California type hulls at both levels lowered (P ≤ 0.017) body fat, and California type hulls at 7.5% decreased (P = 0.001) lean weight. In summary, inclusion of prime hulls and California type hulls up to 15% had no negative effect on egg production and egg quality while reduced the body fat percentage and mass.
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- J Wang
- Department of Poultry Science, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA; Department of Statistics, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA
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- Department of Poultry Science, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA.
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Wang J, Wu C, Kong F, Kim W. Effect of almond hulls on the growth performance, body composition, digestive tract weight, and liver antioxidant capacity of broilers. J APPL POULTRY RES 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.japr.2021.100149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Wang W, Meng Y, Chen M, Xia X, Zhou S, Kong F, Yang H. P14.02 Expression and Significance of Indoleamine 2,3 Dioxygenase on Tumor Cell and Tumor Stroma Compartments of Lung Squamous Cell Carcinoma. J Thorac Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2021.01.508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Zhang F, Pang D, Kong F. P03.06 Nausea in Patients Had Thoracomy: A Pilot Study. J Thorac Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2021.01.379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Kong F, Hu C, Machtay M, Matuszak M, Xiao Y, Ten Haken R, Hirsh V, Pryma D, Siegel B, Gelblum D, Hayman J, Robinson C, Loo B, Videtic G, Faria S, Ferguson C, Dunlap N, Kundapu V, Paulus R, Curran W, Bradley J. OA02.04 Randomized Phase Ⅱ Trial (RTOG1106) on Midtreatment PET/CT Guided Adaptive Radiotherapy in Locally Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. J Thorac Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2021.01.277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Yang H, Lv D, Ye J, Wu X, Xu W, Zhou S, Kong F, Wang W. P48.07 Synergistic Antitumor Effects of Anlotinib Combination With Oral 5-Fluorouracil S-1 in Small Cell Lung Cancer. J Thorac Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtho.2021.01.877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Li R, Zhou Y, Kang S, Kong F, Guan L, Zhao Y, Yin X. Declarations: management of a pulmonary arteriovenous fistulae by uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery: a case report. BMC Surg 2021; 21:101. [PMID: 33622276 PMCID: PMC7903596 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-021-01103-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Revised: 02/11/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND A pulmonary arteriovenous fistula (PAVF) is a rare condition that is associated with pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM). Few reports have described managing PAVMs using uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). CASE PRESENTATION A 13-year-old child with PAVF in the left inferior pulmonary artery was treated by uniportal VATS with left lower lobectomy. After surgery, hemoptysis did not recur and there were no postoperative complications. Six months after the operation, postoperative review of computerized tomography showed no recrudescence of PAVF. CONCLUSIONS PAVF is a rare case that should be diagnosed and treated early. 3D- computerized tomography (CT) reconstruction is useful for diagnosis and preoperative assessment. The case shows that PAVF can be managed with uniportal VATS.
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- R Li
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Imaging, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, 650032, Yunnan, China.
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Li Y, Song X, Niu J, Ren M, Tang G, Sun Z, Kong F. Pentraxin 3 acts as a functional effector of Akt/NF-κB signaling to modulate the progression and cisplatin-resistance in non-small cell lung cancer. Arch Biochem Biophys 2021; 701:108818. [PMID: 33617838 DOI: 10.1016/j.abb.2021.108818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2020] [Revised: 01/24/2021] [Accepted: 02/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Pentraxin 3 (PTX3) has been documented to be involved in the development of chemoresistance, however, the mechanisms by which it regulates cisplatin (DDP) resistance in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) have never been elucidated. Quantitative reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction and Western blot were carried to determine the expression of PTX3, ATP-binding cassette sub-family B member 1 (ABCB1)/P-glycoprotein 1 (p-gp), protein kinase B (Akt), phosphorylated Akt and nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-кB) p65. The biological roles of PTX3 in NSCLC progression and NSCLC cell resistance to DDP were evaluated using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, cell count kit-8, colony formation assay, flow cytometry, as well as xenograft tumor assay. The expression of PTX3 was increased in the serum of NSCLC patients as well as in NSCLC cell lines. Lower PTX3 level was associated with longer overall survival in lung adenocarcinoma and lung squamous cell carcinoma patients. Furthermore, PTX3 expression was greatly higher in DDP-resistant NSCLC cells than that in NSCLC cells. Silencing of PTX3 restrained the proliferation and promoted the apoptosis of NSCLC cells, as well as sensitized DDP-resistant NSCLC cells to DDP. Additionally, knockdown of PTX3 inhibited the growth of NSCLC tumors in vivo. Upregulation of PTX3 expression was dependent on the activation of Akt/NF-κB signaling. The induction of apoptosis by PTX3 knockdown was enhanced by MK-2206 or JSH-23. In conclusion, knockdown of PTX3 restrained the progression of NSCLC and sensitized NSCLC cells towards DDP, which provides a potential target to restore DDP chemoresponse.
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- Yanguang Li
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China.
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Cangzhou Central Hospital, Cangzhou, Hebei, China
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Yao Y, Deng R, Liao D, Xie H, Zuo J, Jia Y, Kong F. Maintenance treatment in advanced HER2-negative gastric cancer. Clin Transl Oncol 2020; 22:2206-2212. [PMID: 32562198 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-020-02379-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2020] [Accepted: 05/09/2020] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Survival for patients with advanced gastric cancer (GC) remains poor. Systemic chemotherapy which has reached a plateau stays the standard first-line (1L) treatment for advanced human epidermal growth-factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative GC. To maximize the benefit of 1L treatment, the concept of maintenance treatment is constantly being explored. In advanced HER2-negative GC, current clinical guidelines do not recommend a standard maintenance therapy strategy. In addition to the monotherapy maintenance with fluorouracil after 4-6 cycles of 1L chemotherapy, some agents that are active against novel targets have been evaluated in clinical trials for maintenance treatment. Whereas most of these trials do not reach their primary endpoints, they open new horizons for the 1L treatment of advanced HER2-negative GC. Therefore, we reviewed the clinical trials in the field of maintenance treatment in advanced HER2-negative GC and discussed some of the problems in clinical trials.
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- Y Yao
- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China
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- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China
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- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China
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- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China
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- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China
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- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China
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- Department of Oncology, First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anshanxi Road, Nankai District, Tianjin, 300193, China.
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Sanstrum B, Piranlioglu R, Kong F, Ferguson C, Barrett J, Al-Basheer A, Korkaya H. Improving the Efficacy of Checkpoint Blockade Inhibitors in Breast Cancer by Combining with Radiation Therapy. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2020.07.1723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Zhai R, Ying H, Kong F, Du C, Lyu Y. Hypothyroidism In Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Patients After IMRT: Update Results Of A 5- Year Longitudinal Study. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2020.07.339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Lyu Y, Ni M, Zhai R, Kong F, Du C, Hu C, Ying H. Clinical Characteristics and Prognosis of Elderly Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Patients Receiving Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy Only. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2020.07.366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Martineau R, Andrs D, Carlsen R, Gaston D, Hansel J, Kong F, Lindsay A, Permann C, Slaughter A, Merzari E, Hu R, Novak A, Slaybaugh R. Multiphysics for nuclear energy applications using a cohesive computational framework. Nuclear Engineering and Design 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nucengdes.2020.110751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Donskov F, Pinto C, Predoui R, Kong F, Fox C, Georgsen J, Skaarup K, Perini R, Steiniche T. 114P PD-L1 prevalence and association with clinical outcomes among metastatic renal cell carcinoma patients treated with targeted therapies. Ann Oncol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2020.08.235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Donskov F, Pinto C, Predoui R, Kong F, Fox C, Georgsen J, Skaarup K, Perini R, Steiniche T. 155P Molecular profiles and response among metastatic renal cell carcinoma patients treated with targeted therapies. Ann Oncol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2020.08.276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Qi M, Li Y, Wu A, Jia Q, Guo F, Lu X, Kong F, Mai Y, Zhou L, Song T. Region-specific three-dimensional dose distribution prediction: a feasibility study on prostate VMAT cases. Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/16878507.2020.1756185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- M. Qi
- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center for Cancer Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Oncology, Center People’s Hospital of Zhanjiang, Zhanjiang, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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Huang X, Xiao Z, Kong F, Chen A, Perrone G, Wang Z, Wang J, Zhang H. Diversity and ochratoxin A-fumonisin profile of black Aspergilli isolated from grapes in China. WORLD MYCOTOXIN J 2020. [DOI: 10.3920/wmj2019.2505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Aspergillus spp. are a common contaminant of grapes and a major source of mycotoxins. China is the largest producer of grape in the world now, however, the toxigenic Aspergillus population on grape in this country is still largely unknown. In this study, a total of 345 strains were isolated from grapes of 13 main grapevine producing regions in China. Based on calmodulin gene sequences, eight species within Aspergillus section Nigri were identified. Among them, Aspergillus tubingensis (48.7%) was predominant, followed by Aspergillus welwitschiae (20.6%) and Aspergillus aculeatinus (11%). Average of contamination level was up to 64.19%, and we found the occurrence of section Nigri species on the surface of fresh grapes was significantly influenced by the climate (P<0.05). The subtropical monsoon climate showed the highest fungal detection rate (72.45%), followed by the temperate monsoon climate (49.82%), and the lowest frequency was found in the temperate continental climate (37.23%). Regarding mycotoxin-producing capacity, 4.4% of the total tested section Nigri isolates (137) were positive for ochratoxin A (OTA) production and 59.6% were fumonisin B2 (FB2) producers. Of those, Aspergillus carbonarius was the main OTA producer and A. welwitschiae and Aspergillus niger were the main FB2 producers with different toxigenic ability. Our results highlight the potential risk of OTA and FB2 contamination by A. carbonarius and A. welwitschiae on grape in China, respectively; management strategies should be considered for preventing and reducing the toxigenic Aspergillus and its mycotoxins.
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- X. Huang
- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agriculture Sciences, Beijing, China P.R
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agriculture Sciences, Beijing, China P.R
- College of Life and Environmental Science, Minzu University of China, Beijing, China P.R
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agriculture Sciences, Beijing, China P.R
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- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China P.R
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- Institute of Sciences of Food Production (ISPA), National Research Council (CNR), Bari, Italy
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agriculture Sciences, Beijing, China P.R
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- College of Life and Environmental Science, Minzu University of China, Beijing, China P.R
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- State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agriculture Sciences, Beijing, China P.R
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Kong F, He S, Shen X, Li L, Fang J, Lian M. Integrated analysis of different mRNA and miRNA profiles in human hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma sensitive and resistant to chemotherapy. Neoplasma 2020; 67:473-483. [PMID: 32064881 DOI: 10.4149/neo_2020_190320n249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2019] [Accepted: 07/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to identify potential miRNAs and mRNAs involved in chemotherapy insensitivity in hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HSCC) and to explore the underlying mechanisms involved to provide diagnostic markers and therapeutic targets for HSCC. We used microarrays to identify differences in both the mRNA and miRNA expression profiles between a group (twelve patients) sensitive to chemotherapy and a resistant group (nine patients). We then employed bioinformatics tools to examine the functions and pathways involved. The genes and miRNAs most related to chemotherapy sensitivity in HSCC were screened. Finally, a miRNA-mRNA-phenotype network was constructed with an integrated analysis based on the identified miRNAs and mRNAs. Nine differentially expressed miRNAs and one hundred differentially expressed mRNAs were identified, and the functions of these genes and miRNAs were predicted. Bioinformatics analysis revealed a regulatory network consisting of eight genes and two miRNAs that influenced HSCC chemosensitivity. According to our analysis, CCL4L1 may be a potential molecular marker for HSCC chemotherapy, and excess CCL4L1 leads to the upregulation of PRAME and the downregulation of miR-375, thus decreasing HSPB8 expression and promoting chemotherapy sensitivity. Our work provides reliable data for further studies investigating the mechanism of HSCC chemotherapy sensitivity.
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- F Kong
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.,Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The Hospital of Shunyi District Beijing, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Xu J, Kong F, Buse DC. Predictors of episodic migraine transformation to chronic migraine: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational cohort studies. Cephalalgia 2019; 40:503-516. [PMID: 31635478 DOI: 10.1177/0333102419883355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE An estimated 2.5-3.1% of people with episodic migraine develop chronic migraine in a year. Several risk factors are associated with an increased risk for this transformation. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to provide quantitative and qualitative data on predictors of this transformation. METHODS An electronic search was conducted for published, prospective, cohort studies that reported risk factors for chronic migraine among people with episodic migraine. Risk of bias was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale. Quality of evidence was determined according to the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) guidelines. Effect estimates were retrieved and summarized using risk ratios. RESULTS Of 5695 identified publications, 11 were eligible for inclusion. The pooled analysis (GRADE system) found "high" evidence for monthly headache day frequency ≥ 10 (risk ratio = 5.95), "moderate" evidence for depression (risk ratio = 1.58), monthly headache day frequency ≥ 5 (risk ratio = 3.18), and annual household income ≥ $50,000 (risk ratio = 0.65) and "very low" evidence for allodynia (risk ratio = 1.40) and medication overuse (risk ratio = 8.82) in predicting progression to chronic migraine. CONCLUSIONS High frequency episodic migraine and depression have high quality evidence as predictors of the transformation from episodic migraine to chronic migraine, while annual household income over $50,000 may be protective.
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- Jingjing Xu
- Department of Neurology, the 920th Hospital of Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army, Yunnan Province, P R China.,School of Clinical Medicine, Kunming Medical University, Yunnan Province, P R China
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- Department of Neurology, the 920th Hospital of Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army, Yunnan Province, P R China.,School of Clinical Medicine, Kunming Medical University, Yunnan Province, P R China
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- Department of Neurology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, USA
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