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    21 February 2024, Volume 45 Issue 1
    Preliminary study on brain metabolic characteristics of 18F-FDG PET in new daily persistent headache
    Guan Haolin, Yuan Ziyu, Yuan Leilei, Chen Qian, Wang Yonggang, Ai Lin
    2024, 45(1):  13-18.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 003
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    Objective  To preliminarily study the value of fluorine-18 deoxyglucose (18F-FDG) positron emission tomography (PET) imaging in the metabolic characteristics of various brain regions of new daily persistent headache (NDPH) patients. Methods  18F-FDG PET images of patients with NDPH who underwent 18F-FDG PET examination at the  Department of Nuclear Medicine, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University from May 2021 to July 2023 were collected retrospectively. Cortex ID (GE Healthcare) was used to analyze the PET images and to obtain the Z-score distribution of 26 brain regions of  the NDPH patient group. The z-score distribution was applied to evaluate the metabolic characteristics of brain regions of NDPH patients.Results  NDPH patients showed reduced metabolism in multiple brain regions such as left/right prefrontal medial region(P=0.004、P=0.009), right posterior cingulate (P=0.003), right precuneus (P=0.003), left sensorimotor(P=0.036), right anterior cingulate(P=0.040), left anterior cingulate(P=0.037), left posterior cingulate (P=0.037), right parietal superior (P=0.002), left parietal superior(P=0.019), left prefrontal lateral (P<0.001), left/right parietal inferior(P<0.001), left/right temporal mesial (P<0.001 ), right temporal lateral (P<0.001)and pons(P<0.001). Conclusion  18F-FDG PET can display metabolic characteristics in different brain regions of NDPH patients, which may provide metabolic information for the pathological mechanism of NDPH and its complications.
    The value of qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis of 11C-PIB PET in the differential diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease
    Guan Le, Song Tianbin, Hou Yaqin, Li Ze, Yan Shaozhen, Zhang Chun
    2024, 45(1):  19-24.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 004
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    Objective  To investigate the diagnostic and differential diagnostic value of 11C-Pittsburgh compound B (11C-PIB) positron emission tomography (PET) imaging for Alzheimer's disease (AD), mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and non- Alzheimer's disease induced cognitive impairment (NAD) by qualitatively and semi quantitatively evaluating the degree of β-amyloid (Aβ)deposition in the brain.  Methods  AD patients (AD, n=36), mild cognitive impairment (MCI, n=20), non-AD induced cognitive impairment (NAD, n=19), and normal controls (NC, n=10) admitted to the Department of Neurology, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University in 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. All 85 subjects underwent 11C-PIB PET imaging. First, Aβ Negative or positive deposition was qualitatively estimated, and then taking the brainstem as the reference brain area, the maximum standardized uptake value ratio(SUVRmax)of the frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes of the cerebral cortex Aβ was semi-quantitative measured, and the differences of SUVRmax among AD, MCI, NAD. and NC groups were analyzed. Results  Qualitative judgment showed that there were significant differences between AD group ,NC group, and other groups , but no significant difference between MCI group and NAD group. Semi quantitative analysis showed that for all brain regions (frontal lobe, parietal lobe, temporal lobe, occipital lobe), the SUVRmax value of AD group was significantly higher than that of the other three groups, with a statistically significant difference. In all brain regions, the SUVRmax value of NC group was the lowest, but there was no significant difference in SUVRmax among MCI group,NAD and NC group. Conclusion  Both qualitative and semi quantitative analysis of 11C-PIB PET imaging were of high value in the diagnosis of AD, and semi quantitative analysis showed certain significance in differentiating AD and MCI.
    Factors associated with preoperative 99mTc-MIBI SPECT/CT in patients with suspected primary hyperparathyroidism
    Guo Yuehong, Huang Jingwei, Zhang Teng, Yang Minfu
    2024, 45(1):  31-35.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 006
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    Objective To explore the influencing factors of preoperative 99mTc-MIBI single-photon emission computed tomography/computed tomography(SPECT/CT) in patients with suspected primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT). Methods  A total of 257 patients with suspected PHPT who underwent preoperative MIBI SPECT/CT from January 2019 to August 2023 were retrospectively reviewed. The laboratory examination,pathological features,and imaging features between the positive and negative MIBI SPECT/CT groups were compared to each other. Multivariate Logistic regression analysis was used to identify the influencing factors of MIBI SPECT/CT results.  Results  The serum total calcium,parathyroid hormone(PTH),and alkaline phosphatase(ALP) levels were significantly increased in the positive group than the negative group (P < 0.05); The pathological type,maximum diameter,volume,and location of the lesion showed statistically significant differences between the two groups (P < 0.05). Logistic regression analysis showed that preoperative serum PTH levels,pathological type,location,and maximum diameter of lesions were significantly correlated with positive MIBI SPECT/CT (P < 0.05). Conclusion  The preoperative MIBI SPECT/CT in patients with suspected PHPT were affected by multiple factors. The preoperative serum PTH level,pathological type,location and the maximum diameter of the lesion were independent factors for MIBI SPECT/CT. 
    A comparative analysis of 18F-FDG PET/CT and MRI in bone marrow necrosis
    Song Le, Li Hui, Zhang Weifang
    2024, 45(1):  36-41.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 007
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    Objective To explore the fluoro-18-deoxyglucose (18F-FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) features of bone marrow necrosis and improve the understanding of the disease. Methods  The PET/CT and clinical data of 9 patients with bone marrow necrosis diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were retrospectively analyzed. Compared to MRI,the distribution of lesions was summarized. The 18F-FDG metabolic and CT features of the selected largest lesion were analyzed.  Results  There were 6 males and 3 females with a median age of 28.0 years. All patients were diagnosed with lymphoma. MRI scans of the hip,spine and knee were performed in 6,2,and 1 case respectively. The iliac lesions in 6 cases showed internal high signal intensity on T1-weighted images (T1WI),low signal intensity on T2-fat suppressed images (T2FSI),and peripheral linear hypointensity on T1WI. The iliac lesions in 5 cases demonstrated internal decreased 18F-FDG metabolism,peripheral linear increased 18F-FDG uptake and density on PET/CT. The iliac lesion in one case did not show abnormal 18F-FDG metabolism and density on PET/CT,the lesion was narrow and long on MRI. The vertebral lesions in two cases showed isointensity to hypointensity on T1WI and hyperintensity on T2FSI. On PET/CT,one vertebral lesion was isometabolic with slightly higher density,the other vertebral lesion showed reduced 18F-FDG metabolism with normal density. One femoral lesion showed high signal intensity on T1WI and low signal intensity on T2FSI,with increased 18F-FDG metabolism and density on PET/CT. PET/CT revealed more lesions beyond the scan range of MRI in 8 cases. In 8 cases,abnormal signs were demonstrated on much earlier PET/CT scans performed at a median time about 13.5 (8.25,32.75) months before the MRI scan,but no one complained of any related discomfort at that time. The iliac lesions in 5 cases had decreased 18F-FDG uptake,of which 3 lesions showed peripheral linear high-density,and 2 lesions showed no abnormal density. The iliac lesion in one case did not show abnormal 18F-FDG metabolism and density. One vertebral lesion showed reduced metabolism and isodensity. In the case with knee MRI,the earlier PET/CT showed multiple linear increased 18F-FDG uptake in the bilateral femoral heads and the humerus heads,without abnormal density. During follow up PET/CT scans,the femoral head lesions in 3 cases showed cortical fracture and collapse,the vertebral lesions 2 cases demonstrated multiple Schmorl's nodules or compression fracture. Conclusion  Decreased 18F-FDG uptake,with probably subsequent peripheral linear increased metabolism and density,is a common PET/CT feature of bone marrow necrosis. PET/CT is helpful to detect bone marrow necrosis and find multiple skeletal lesions.
    Application value of standardized nursing in multi-tracers imaging of nuclear medicine department
    Yang Yu, Qiao Hongwen, Shuai Dongmei, Cui Chunlei, Ma Suwen, Zhang Chun, Lu Jie
    2024, 45(1):  42-45.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 008
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    Objective To explore the application value of standardized nursing in multi-tracers imaging of nuclear medicine department. Methods  One hundred and ten patients who underwent positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) and positron emission tomography/magnetic resonance imaging (PET/MRI) with various tracer imaging techniques at the Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine,Xuanwu Hospital,Capital Medical University from June 2020 to November 2020 were selected as the study subjects. According to the random number table method,the subjects were divided into an observation group and a control group. The control group received routine care,while the observation group received standardized care on the basis of routine care. The Self Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) score and satisfaction survey score of two groups were compared.  Results  All 110 subjects successfully completed the examination process of tracer injection,image acquisition,and post acquisition observation,without any adverse events. After confirmation by clinical doctors,the obtained images met the diagnostic requirements. There was no statistically significant difference in gender and age between the two groups (P>0.05). The SAS score of the observation group was lower than that of the control group (t=16.310,P<0.01), but the nursing satisfaction score was higher than that of the control group (t=4.348,P<0.01). Conclusion  The standardized nursing in nuclear medicine multi-tracers imaging can reduce patients' anxiety,improve nursing satisfaction,ensure smooth completion of examinations within a limited time window,and obtain high-quality images.
    Current status and prospect of cardiovascular fibroblast imaging
    Li Lina, Yang Minfu
    2024, 45(1):  46-51.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 009
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    Myocardial fibrosis is a common pathological basis of many cardiovascular diseases and is closely related to poor prognosis of the cardiac disease. At present,there are limitations in clinical evaluation techniques for myocardial fibrosis,such as being invasive,lacking specificity,and unable to diagnose early. In recent years,nuclide imaging targeting activated fibroblasts has received attention for its potential in detecting myocardial fibrosis and in evaluating disease progression and treatment response. Based on the existing studies,the present paper focuses on its application status,advantages and limitations,and discusses its prospects in cardiovascular diseases,aiming to provide reference and inspiration  to promote the application of targeted activated fibroblast radionuclide imaging in cardiovascular diseases.
    Study on the correlation between suicide in patients with bipolar disorder depressive episodes and IgA
    Xu Jinjie, Wang Meiti, Wang Chengrui, Jin Wenqing, Ren Yanping, Wang Wei
    2024, 45(1):  52-60.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 010
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    Objective  To analyze the association between suicidality and biological parameters in patients with bipolar depression episodes and to provide a basis for evaluation and monitoring. Methods  A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted on hospitalized patients with bipolar depression episodes at Beijing Anding Hospital,Capital Medical University,from January 2014 to December 2017. The patient data including demographic,clinical,and biological parameters were collected from the electronic medical records system and analyzed using R (version 4.2.2) statistical software.  Results  A total of 2 027 patients with bipolar depression episodes were included,with 417 (20.6%) exhibiting suicidal ideation or behavior. Compared to the non-suicidal group,the suicidal group had a higher proportion of females and comorbid medical conditions. Additionally,serum IgA and testosterone (TES) levels were higher in the suicidal group (all P < 0.05). Multivariate Logistic regression analysis revealed significant positive associations between IgA,comorbid medical conditions,and suicidal ideation and behavior. Conclusion  Elevated serum IgA levels and the presence of comorbid medical conditions are risk factors associated with suicidal ideation and behavior in patients with bipolar depression episodes. This finding contributes to more accurate risk identification and effective intervention strategies.
    Impact of cognitive function on suicidal behavior in patients with depressive episodes
    Wu Han, Wang Xue, Wang Dan, Wang Wen, Jin Wenqing, Jiang Wei, Ren Yanping
    2024, 45(1):  61-67.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 011
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    Objective  To analyze the cognitive functional differences in patients with depressive episodes regarding suicidal ideation and suicidal behavior,  and further to explore the impact of cognitive functioning on suicidal behavior. Methods  A total of 133 patients with depressive episodes who sought treatment at Beijing Anding Hospital,Capital Medical University,were selected and divided into three groups based on the presence of suicidal behavior and ideation within the past two weeks: depression control (DC) group, suicidal ideation (SI) group, and suicide attempt (SA) group. The Hamilton Depression Scale-17 item (HAMD-17),the Scale for Suicide Ideation (SSI),and the MATRICS Consensus Cognitive Battery (MCCB) were used to assess the patients' clinical symptoms and cognitive functioning. Logistic regression analysis was applied to analyze various factors.  Results  The total HAMD-17 scores of the three groups (F=59.661,P<0.001) showed statistically significant differences,with post hoc comparisons revealing significantly higher scores in the SA and SI groups compared to the DC group. MCCB results indicated that the DC group had significantly higher scores in verbal learning and memory compared to the SI group (P<0.01),and both the DC and SA groups had significantly higher scores in reasoning and problem-solving compared to the SI group (P<0.05). Logistic regression results revealed that reasoning and problem-solving (P=0.022,OR=1.067,95% CI: 1.009-1.127) and cognitive impairment factors (P<0.001,OR=1.739, 95% CI: 1.128-2.2443) were independent risk factors for suicidal behavior in patients with depressive episodes,and recurrent (P=0.003,OR=0.100,95% CI: 0.022-0.458) and social cognition (P=0.033,OR=0.953,95% CI: 0.912-0.996) were protective factors for suicidal behavior in patients with depressive episodes. Conclusion  Cognitive impairment is a crucial factor influencing the occurrence of suicidal behavior in patients with depressive episodes. 
    Relationship of HPA axis and HPT axis impairment with suicide attempts in non-suicidal self-injury adolescents
    Wang Dan, Wang Xue, Wu Han, Jin Wenqing, Wang Wen, Ren Yanping
    2024, 45(1):  68-74.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 012
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    Objective  To explore the correlation between suicide attempt (SA) in adolescents with non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI)and  the function change of the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid (HPT) axis and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function change. Methods  A cross-sectional survey was conducted among adolescents aged 13-19 years with a history of NSSI who were hospitalized in Beijing Anding Hospital,Capital Medical University from December 2020 to May 2022. The clinical features,thyroid function [free triiodothyronine (FT3),free thyroxine (FT4),total T3 (TT3),total T4 (TT4),thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)], adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) and cortisol (CORT) levels were collected. The patients were divided into non-SA group and SA group according to the  absence or presence of SA in the last one year. According to the time period of SA occurrence (1 month),patients in the SA group were divided into recent SA and past SA. The multivariate logistic regression model was used to analyze the influencing factors of SA behavior.  Results  A total of 79 adolescent patients of mood disorder with NSSI were enrolled.Among them, 49 (62.03%) patients had SA and 29(59.18%) patients had attempted suicide within the past month. The univariate analysis showed that there were statistical differences in age of disease onset,gender,and education level between the SA and non-SA groups (P<0.05). There were statistical differences in age,TSH, and ACTH level between the recent SA group and past SA group (P<0.05). The logistic regression analysis showed that female (P=0.027,OR=2.941,95%CI: 1.131-7.649) was risk factor for SA behavior. Low ACTH level(P=0.043,OR=1.019,95%CI:1.001-1.037)was related factor for recent SA. Conclusion  Female adolescents of mood disorders with NSSI were more likely to attempt suicidality and ACTH was related with recent SA.
    Factors associated with risk of suicide in late life depression
    Zhu Dandi, Pan Weigang, Lian Siyuan, Guo Tong, Mao Peixian, Chen Xueyan
    2024, 45(1):  75-80.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 013
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    Objective  To examine the influence of cognitive function on suicidal ideation among patients with late life depression (LLD). Methods  Between January 2021 and December 2022,we enrolled 103 LLD patients from Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University. These patients were divided into two groups based on the presence of suicidal ideation (encompassing suicidal thoughts and attempted suicidality) in the past two weeks: those without suicidal ideation (n=37) and those with suicidal ideation (n=66). We collected general demographic data and assessed cognitive functions using the Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS). The study employed Logistic regression to determine significant factors.  Results  There were statistically significant differences in RBANS total score,immediate memory, and vocabulary learning between suicidal ideation and without suicidal ideation groups [RBANS total score (137.26±28.78) vs (150.00±25.53),immediate memory (22.39±7.47) vs (26.41±6.74),vocabulary learning (16.02±4.59) vs (18.43±4.18),all P<0.05]; The logistic regression analysis indicated that the score of vocabulary learning(OR=0.012,P=0.012) and the first onset age(OR=1.036,P=0.024) served as a risk factors against suicidal ideation among LLD patients. Conclusion  The lower the vocabulary learning score and the older the age of the first onset suggested that the LLD patient may be at higher risk of suicide, which may be used as an early indicator to identify suicide risk.
    The influencing factor analysis of attempted suicide in adolescent patients with mood disorders
    Yuan Xiaofei, Liu Mengqi, Wu Yuanzhen, Tian Yin, Ren Yanping, Chen Xu
    2024, 45(1):  81-87.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 014
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    Objective  To explore the influencing factors of adolescent mood disorder (MD) patients with attempted suicide (SA). Methods  A cross-sectional survey was conducted to recruit 105 adolescent patients with MD admitted to the children and adolescents ward of Beijing Anding Hospital, Capital Medical University from August 3,2022 to September 25,2023. They were divided into an SA group (n=41) and a non-SA group (n=64) based on the presence of SA. The general demographic data of the study subjects was collected and the scale was evaluated with the Patient Health Questionnaire 9-item Scale (PHQ-9),Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item Scale (GAD-7),Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ),and Barratt Impulsiveness Scale (BIS-11).  The difference of the above factors of SA was analyzed with  χ2/t text, and the relevant factors of SA were analyzed with multivariate logistic regression.  Results  The incidence of SA is 39% (41/105),with 42.5% (37/87) for females and 22.2% (4/18) for males. The results of univariate analysis showed that compared with the general demographic characteristics of patients in the SA group and non-SA group, women and mothers with lower education levels were more likely to experience SA (P<0.05). The proportion of emotional and physical neglect in the PHQ-9,GAD-7 total score,and CTQ of patients in the SA group was higher than that in the non-SA group, with a statistically significance (P<0.05). The logistic regression analysis showed that anxiety (OR=1.246,95% CI: 1.048-1.480,P=0.013) and maternal education (OR=1.522,95%CI:1.040-2.229,P=0.031) were risk factors for SA in adolescent MD patients. Conclusion  A higher incidence of SA was observed in adolescent patients with MD, accompanied by anxiety symptoms and low level of maternal education as independent risk factors for SA.
    Involvement of SENP1 protein in resistance of dacarbazine in melanoma
    Zhao Bei, Shi Xiaoqi, Tang Xuemei, Cheng Shi
    2024, 45(1):  97-103.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 016
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    Objective  To investigate the genes and signaling pathways associated with drug resistance in melanoma and establish their relationship with melanoma drug resistance. Methods  A375 and M14 melanoma cells were used as the experimental model to develop a drug-resistant melanoma cell line by gradually increasing the concentration of dacarbazine (DTIC). Transcriptomics was employed to analyze significant changes in genes and pathways within the drug-resistant melanoma cell line. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) and Western blotting(WB) were conducted to validate the altered genes.  Results  (1) Successful construction of melanoma drug-resistant cell lines: drug-resistant cell lines,namely A375 and M14,were successfully established by gradually increasing the dosage of DTIC. The determination of their the half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values to DTIC indicated a significant change in cell sensitivity. Flow cytometry analysis revealed that drug-resistant melanoma cells exhibited a notable ability to resist apoptosis induced by DTIC. (2) Identification of genes and signaling pathways associated with melanoma drug resistance: transcriptomic analysis by the established DTIC-resistant melanoma cell lines demonstrated that increased expression of SENP1 was correlated with abnormal activation of the Hippo signaling pathway. (3) Implication of aberrant expression of ubiquitin-specific protease SENP1 in DTIC resistance: WB analysis of wild-type and drug-resistant melanoma cell lines revealed upregulation of both SENP1 and YAP expressions in drug-resistant cells. (4) The involvement of SENP1 in DTIC resistance was confirmed by gene knockout and the effect of SENP1 on ubiquitination of YAP was preliminarily confirmed by protein interaction experiments. Conclusion  A positive correlation existed between SENP1 and DTIC resistance in melanoma,which may contribute to alterations in the Hippo signaling pathway and enhance melanoma tolerance to DTIC. 
    Effect of nitric oxide donor drugs on the antibacterial activity of Porphyromonas gingivalis in vitro
    Jiang Yumei, Zhang Ziwei, Wang Jitian, Yang Yu
    2024, 45(1):  104-110.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 017
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    Objective  To study the effect of nitric oxide (NO) on the in vitro antibacterial activity of Porphyromonas gingivalis (P.g). Methods  The antibacterial performance of different concentrations of NO (10,30,50 mmol/L) on P.g was assessed by colony forming units,total NO detection kit,reactive oxygen species detection kit,and calcium ion fluorescent probe Fluo-4 AM. Moreover,the effects of NO treatment on intracellular levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and calcium ions in P.g cells were also examined.  Results  NO exhibited significant in vitro antibacterial activity against in P.g cells,and its antibacterial activity was positively correlated with the concentration of NO drugs and treatment duration (P<0.05). NO treatment significantly increased intracellular levels of ROS and calcium ions in P.g cells (P<0.05). Conclusion  NO can effectively inhibit the activity and growth ability of P.g,and cause intracellular ROS and calcium ion metabolism disorders. Our study demonstrates the potential therapeutic effect and clinical application of NO donor drugs in peri-implantitis.
    A comparative study on the differences in cognitive functions between Fire Element and Water Element among the Five Element people
    Duan Yuhang, Lyu Hongpeng, Teng Fei, Dai Zhiqing, Lin Jin, Jia Hongxiao
    2024, 45(1):  111-117.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 018
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    Objective  To investigate the cognitive functions and processing disparities between individuals dominated by the Fire Element and those dominated by the Water Element, based on the theory of the Five Elements in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The objective is to lay a foundation for further enriching the theoretical framework of TCM's Five Elements theory and advancing the development of a localized personality theory model in China. Methods  Participants were recruited and screened  by using the previously devised “Quantitative Standard for Facial Phenotypic Classification of TCM Five Elements People” to identify typical individuals dominated by the Fire and Water Elements. Cognitive performance was assessed by using the Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS) cognitive function assessment tool, along with the Top-down and Bottom-up cognitive psychological test paradigms. Independent sample t-tests were employed to analyze cognitive function differences between the two participant groups. Results  Of the recruited participants, 24 were classified as Fire Element individuals and 20 as Water Element individuals. In comparison to the Water Element group, the Fire Element group exhibited significantly higher scores in the attention function dimension. In RBANS cognitive tasks, the Fire Element group achieved higher scores in digit span and coding tasks. In the Bottom-up cognitive psychological test paradigm, the Fire Element group displayed shorter reaction times and higher accuracy in long-term cognitive processing. In contrast, Water Element individuals demonstrated a statistically significant negative difference in accuracy in short-term processing (P < 0.05). Conclusion  In the Five elements of traditional Chinese medicine, the Five Elements group is more likely to be highly focused and attracted by the cue, but the attention maintenance time is shorter. At the same time, the Water Elements group has a longer attention reaction time, is less likely to be affected by the cue, and the attention stability is stronger.
    Analysis of risk factors for postoperative complications after uniportal-VATS lobectomy or segmentectomy in elderly patients with lung cancer
    Tian Xiaoru, Qian Kun, Zhang Peilong, Zhang Yi
    2024, 45(1):  118-126.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 019
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    Objective  To explore the risk factors of postoperative complications after uniportal-video-assisted thoracic surgery(VATS) lobectomy or segmentectomy in elderly patients with lung cancer. Methods  Lung cancer patients aged 60 years or older who underwent radical lobectomy or segmentectomy by uniportal-VATS from January 2020 to December 2021 were retrospectively studied. Preoperative and postoperative clinical data,including age,gender,smoking index,preoperative comorbidities,respiratory function,Charlson Comorbidity Index,surgical procedure,operation time et al.were collected.Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression were used to analyze risk factors.  Results  A total of 387 patients,comprising 171 (44.2%) male and 216 (55.8%) female were enrolled. The median age was 67 (range 60-87)years. Postoperative complications were observed in 66 (17.1%) patients; postoperative mortalities occurred in 1(0.3%) patient. Univariate and multivariate analyses showed that male (P=0.020),forced expiratory volume in the first second(FEV1)<1.5L(P=0.017),diffusion capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide as a percentage of the predicted value(DLCO%pred)<80%(P=0.016),preoperative pulmonary comorbidities(P<0.001),preoperative stroke(P<0.001) and operation time≥3 h(P=0.018) were associated with postoperative complications. And preoperative pulmonary comorbidities(P<0.001) and operation time≥3 h(P=0.002)were associated with postoperative pulmonary complications. Conclusion  Elderly patients with lung cancer may have postoperative complications due to preoperative pulmonary comorbidities,poor lung function and longer operation time and so on. Therefore,the physiological status of elderly lung cancer patients should be fully evaluated preoperatively. By strengthening perioperative management,we may reduce the effect of postoperative complications on the treatment effect of uniportal-VATS surgery in elderly lung cancer patients.
    Correlation between visceral fat area and abdominal aortic calcification in hemodialysis patients based on bioelectrical impedance methods
    Wang Xiaoqi, Yuan Dan, Shao Feng, Zhou Jingjing, Yang Fan, Li Zhongxin
    2024, 45(1):  127-132.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 020
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    Objective  To investigate the correlation between visceral fat area (VFA) and abdominal aortic calcification in patients with maintenance hemodialysis (MHD). Methods  Via cross-sectional survey,MHD patients in Beijing Luhe Hospital,Capital Medical University from April 2019 to May 2020 with complete data were selected and subjected to body composition analysis,excluding malnourished patients. The patients were divided into 4 groups according to the degree of calcium by Abdominal Aortic Calcification Score (AACs),and the clinical characteristics and VFA level were compared. Multivariate Logistic regression was used to analyze the risk factors of abdominal aortic calcification (AAC),and the predictive value of VFA level to abdominal aortic calcification was analyzed by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve.  Results  A total of 152 patients with MHD were included in this study and divided into non-AAC group (n=32),mild AAC group (n=45),moderate AAC group (n=54) and severe AAC group (n=21). There were statistically significant differences in serum phosphorus,intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH),high density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C),VFA and whether diabetes mellitus was combined among 4 groups (P < 0.05). Univariate correlation showed that AACs score of non-malnourished MHD patients was significantly positively correlated with diabetes,serum phosphorus,iPTH,and VFA level (r=0.188,0.238,0.223,0.392,P < 0.05),was negatively correlated with HDL-C level (r=-0.228,P < 0.05). Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that VFA and serum phosphorus were independent risk factors for AAC in MHD patients. ROC curve showed that the area under curve (AUC) of VFA in non-malnourished MHD patients for predicting AAC was 0.725 (P < 0.05),which had high predictive value. Conclusion  For non-malnourished MHD patients,elevated VFA is associated with the severity of AAC and is an independent risk factor for AAC,which may be a biological indicator for predicting the occurrence of AAC.
    Clinical analysis of seizure-induced non-traumatic vertebral fractures
    Guo Yan, Cui Tao
    2024, 45(1):  133-139.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 021
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    Objective  To summarize the clinical features of seizure-induced non-traumatic vertebral fractures and improve their recognition. Methods  Retrospective analysis was performed on the clinical data of patients who developed non-traumatic spinal fractures caused by seizure in Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, from January 2020 to January 2023.  Results  In our retrospective analysis,we identified 4 patients who were diagnosed with non-traumatic vertebral fractures caused by seizure. Our patients were all males,with the average age of 36.3 years. In 3 of the cases,the multilevel vertebral compression fractures were located in the upper and midthoracic spine. There was only one instance of multilevel lumbar vertebral fractures. Local pain,with an atypical nature and scope,was the most common clinical symptom observed in these patients. In 75% of cases,the fracture diagnosis was missed at initial presentation. A bone density test was only performed on one patient at the time of the vertebral fracture occurred. Every patient experienced a complete recovery after conservative or surgical therapy. Conclusion  Seizure-induced non-traumatic vertebral fractures occur predominantly in young and middle-aged males,and the common pattern is thoracolumbar compression fractures. The clinical symptoms and signs of this particular type of fractures are atypical,which is prone to misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis. A detailed history and examination,including spinal imaging,are important for the diagnosis of these patients. Controlling seizure is considered to be the main preventive method. Chronic epilepsy patients should be advised to get a bone density test and they should take calcium and vitamin D supplements,when necessary,for preventing the incidence of new vertebral fracture.
    Clinical features and genetic analysis of very early-onset inflammatory bowel disease caused by interleukin-10 receptor A gene mutation
    Li Yujia, Guan Dexiu, Guo Shu, Guo Jing, Xu Xiwei
    2024, 45(1):  140-148.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 022
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    To summarize the clinical features and genetic characteristics of children with very early onset inflammatory bowel disease (VEO-IBD) caused by mutations in the interleukin 10 receptor A gene (IL10RA). Methods  Retrospective analysis was conducted on the children with chronic diarrhea hospitalized in the  Department of Gastroenterology Beijing Children's Hospital,Capital Medical University,from March 2007 to May 2019,who were diagnosed as very early onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Among them,15 cases were diagnosed because of IL-10RA gene mutation,and 15 cases with VEO-IBD caused by non IL-10RA mutations in the control group. Clinical characteristics and gene reports were statistically analyzed. Results  Children with VEO-IBD caused by IL-10RA gene mutations,11 cases of Crohn's disease (CD) and 4 cases of ulcerative colitis (UC). The clinical symptoms  were mainly chronic diarrhea (15/15 cases,100.0%) and hematochezia (15/15 cases,100.0%),Extraintestinal manifestations were oral mucosal ulcers (6/15 cases,40.0%),skin erythema (5/15 cases,33.3%),and perianal manifestations were recto-perineal fistula in 5 cases (5/15,33.3%),4 cases of anal fistula (4/15,26.7%), 3 cases of anal fissure (3/15,20.0%),1 case of coexistence of recto-perineal fistula and skin tag (1/15,6.7%), and systemic manifestations of IL-10RA mutation group, malnutrition 13 cases (13/15 cases, 86.7%) perianal diseae 13 cases (13/15 cases, 86.7%). The control group had malnutrition 6 cases (6/15 cases, 40.0%) and perianal disease 5 cases (5/15  cases,33.3%).Compared with the IL-10RA mutation group,  the difference was statistically significant (P<0.05). Among 15 children with IL-10RA mutations,a total of 9 mutation sites were detected,with c.301c>T (p.R101W) and c.537G>A (P.T179T) being the most common mutation sites. The IL-10RA mutation led to an increase in inflammatory factors,leading to intestinal inflammatory response. Both prothrombin time and partial thromboplastin time were significantly prolonged.Conclusion  Children with very early-onset inflammatory bowel disease caused by IL-10RA gene mutations have an earlier age of onset. In addition to gastrointestinal symptoms,extraintestinal manifestations and perianal lesions are more common. The most common lesions under colonoscopy are multiple ulcers in the colon,followed by inflammatory polyps. The most prevalent mutation sites were c.301c>T (p.R101W) and c. 537G>A (P.T179T). The IL-10RA mutation led to an increase in inflammatory factors,leading to intestinal inflammatory response. 
    Comparison of clinical efficacy between unilateral biportal endoscopy and percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy for the treatment of lumbar disc herniation
    Li Dongyue, Su Qingjun, Zhang Xinuo, Tao Luming, Hai Yong
    2024, 45(1):  149-155.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 023
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    Objective  To compare the clinical efficacy between unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) and percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD) in the treatment of patients with lumbar disc herniation (LDH). Methods  A total of 87 cases of LDH treated with spinal endoscopy from March 2020 to March 2022 were analyzed retrospectively, including 39 cases by UBE and 48 cases by PELD. The relevant data of the two groups of patients were recorded separately, including age, gender, body mass index (BMI), hospital stay, surgical time, intraoperative X-ray times, bleeding volume, preoperative and postoperative hemoglobin (Hb) reduction, follow-up time, postoperative complications. The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for low back pain and leg pain respectively, and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) were evaluated before surgery, 1 month, 3 months and 12 months after operation. The modified MacNab criteria were used for evaluation of the clinical outcomes at 12 months after operation. The changes of dural sac area between two groups of patients before surgery and 12 months after surgery were compared. Results  All patients successfully completed the surgery. There was no statistically significant difference in age, gender, BMI, hospital stay, surgical time, follow-up time, and postoperative complications between the two groups of patients (P>0.05). UBE group had more intraoperative bleeding compared to PELD group (P<0.05), but there was no statistically significant difference in Hb reduction (P>0.05). The times of intraoperative X-ray in the UBE group was lower than that in the PELD group (P<0.05). The VAS score of low back and leg pain and ODI in the two groups of patients at 1 month, 3 months, and 12 months after surgery were significantly reduced compared to that before surgery (P<0.05). There was no statistical difference in VAS score of low back and leg pain and ODI at each time point between the two groups of patients (P>0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in the excellent and good rate of modified MacNab criteria between the two groups after surgery (P>0.05). The dural sac area of both groups significantly increased at 12 months after surgery compared to that  before (P<0.05), and the area of UBE group was more bigger than that of PELD group (P<0.05). Conclusion  UBE and PELD can effectively relieve pain and improve the quality of life of patients with LDH. UBE has slightly more bleeding volume than PELD, but has fewer intraoperative X-ray times and a bigger increase in dural sac area.
    Methodology of the optimal signal-to-cutoff value by chemiluminescence immunoassay of the positive predictive value of hepatitis C antibody ≥ 95% and the discussion of importance
    Han Jinyu, Guo Jingjing, Meng Huan, Chen Jin, Wang Yajie
    2024, 45(1):  156-162.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 024
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    Objective  To determine the optimal signal-to-cutoff (S/CO) value of the positive predictive value of hepatitis C virus  (HCV) antibody ≥ 95%,and to determine the medical decision level of the laboratory and to establish the methodology for exploring the 95% positive confidence intervals for different systems of HCV antibody detection reagents. Methods  From July 2021 to February 2022,a total of 282 plasma samples from outpatients and inpatients in Beijing Ditan Hospital,Capital Medical University were subjected to both the initial screening of chemiluminesent immunoassay (CLIA) and HCV RNA testing.Among the samples,252 showed reactivity in the antibody initial screening (S/CO ≥ 1),while 30 samples tested negative; supplemental confirmation test of recombinant immunoblot assay (RIBA) was performed and the results of HCV RNA were consulted. The antibody S/CO value of HCV infection was obtained by receiver operating characteristic  (ROC) curve when the positive predictive value in our laboratory was ≥ 95%.  Results  The 30 samples tested negative in the initial screening also showed negative results for HCV RNA testing and RIBA. Excluding 16 cases with unclear history of HCV infection,among 236 samples with HCV antibody S/CO ≥ 1,188 samples were true positive and 48 samples were negative. ROC analysis showed that the optimal S/CO value was 7.83,the sensitivity was 93.09%,the specificity was 95.83% and the area under the curve (AUC) was 0.98. (P < 0.000 1). Conclusion  It is helpful for clinical diagnosis and treatment to provide the antibody S/CO value of HCV infection when the positive predictive value was ≥ 95% in our laboratory.
    Correlation between blood levels of common amino acids and mild leukoaraiosis in the middle-aged and elder people
    Xing Yiwen, Ba Xiaohong
    2024, 45(1):  163-168.  doi:10. 3969/ j. issn. 1006-7795. 2024. 01. 025
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    Objective  To investigate the relationship between common amino acids in the blood and early mild leukoaraiosis (LA) in middle-aged and older people and its diagnostic value in screening for mild LA. Methods  Patients who were hospitalized in the Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University with complaints of dizziness or headache from August 2020 to November 2021 were included in this study,and 21 non-LA patients and 31 patients with mild LA were enrolled based on the results of head magnetic resonance imaging(MRI). Tandem mass spectrometry was used to collect the levels of 23 blood amino acid metabolites from the patients,and the differences in blood amino acid levels between the two groups were compared. Logistic regression analysis models and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were used to investigate the independent risk factors for mild LA and the screening and diagnostic value of blood amino acid levels for mild LA.  Results  The differences in age,history of coronary artery disease,tyrosine and valine were statistically significant in the non-LA group compared with the mild LA group (P < 0.05). Multifactorial Logistic regression indicated that age (OR=1.232,95% CI: 1.068-1.420) and valine levels (OR=1.059,95% CI: 1.009-1.111) were independent risk factors affecting mild LA,and increasing age and elevated valine levels increased the risk of developing mild LA. The results of the ROC curve analysis indicated that the optimal cut-off values for age and valine screening for mild LA were 58.5 years and 96.305 μmol/L,respectively,with an area under the ROC curve of 0.710 (95%CI: 0.565-0.856,P<0.05) and 0.674 (95%CI: 0.509-0.840,P<0.05),respectively. Conclusion  Changes in blood levels of common amino acids correlate with early mild LA,and increasing age and elevated valine levels are independent risk factors for mild LA,both of which are of clinical value in screening for mild LA.