BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among digestive tract malignancies,following gastric cancer.Sleep is of great significance for maintaining human health.The incidence o...BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among digestive tract malignancies,following gastric cancer.Sleep is of great significance for maintaining human health.The incidence of sleep disorders in patients with cancer is approximately twice that observed in the general population.Lack of sleep can prolong hospital stays,increase the likelihood of infection,and increase mortality rates.Therefore,studying the factors related to sleep quality is significant for improving the quality of life of patients with malignant tumors of the digestive tract.AIM To investigate the relationships among sleep quality,disease uncertainty,and psychological resilience in patients undergoing chemotherapy for digestive tract malignancies.METHODS A total of 131 patients with malignant digestive tract tumors who were treated at Hefei BOE Hospital between April 2021 and September 2022 were selected as research participants.Based on their Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI)scores,participants were divided into either the sleep disorder group(PSQI score>7)or the normal sleep group(PSQI score≤7).The clinical data—together with the Mishel Uncertainty in Illness Scale for Adults(MUIS-A)and Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale(CD-RISC)scores—were compared.RESULTS In this study,78(59.54%)patients with digestive tract malignancies developed sleep disorders after chemotherapy.Sleep disorder incidence was higher in patients with colorectal cancer than in those with gastric and esophageal cancers(P<0.05).The total MUIS-A score and those for each item in the sleep disorder group were higher than those in the normal sleep group.The total CD-RISC score and those for each item in the sleep disorder group were lower than those in the normal sleep group(P<0.05).The PSQI scores of patients with malignant digestive tract tumors were positively correlated with the scores for lack of disease information,disease uncertainty,and unpredictability in the MUIS-A and negatively correlated with the scores for tenacity,self-improvement,and optimism in the CD-RISC(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Patients undergoing chemotherapy for digestive tract malignancies are prone to sleep problems related to disease uncertainty and psychological resilience.Therefore,interventions can be implemented to improve their sleep quality.展开更多
Gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy(G-POME)is an emerging minimally invasive endoscopic technique involving the establishment of a submucosal tun-nel around the pyloric sphincter.In 2013,Khashab et al used G-POME for t...Gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy(G-POME)is an emerging minimally invasive endoscopic technique involving the establishment of a submucosal tun-nel around the pyloric sphincter.In 2013,Khashab et al used G-POME for the first time in the treatment of gastroparesis with enhanced therapeutic efficacy,prov-iding a new direction for the treatment of gastroparesis.With the recent and rapid development of G-POME therapy technology,progress has been made in the treatment of gastroparesis and other upper digestive tract diseases,such as congenital hypertrophic pyloric stenosis and gastric sleeve stricture,with G-POME.This article reviews the research progress and future prospects of G-POME for the treatment of upper digestive tract gastrointestinal diseases.展开更多
This paper explores the association between intestinal microecology and digestive health and disease recovery in children with pneumonia.Intestinal microecological imbalance is common in children with pneumonia,which ...This paper explores the association between intestinal microecology and digestive health and disease recovery in children with pneumonia.Intestinal microecological imbalance is common in children with pneumonia,which is closely associated with digestive health and disease recovery.Intestinal microecological imbalance may affect digestive enzyme activity,intestinal mucosal barrier function,and nutrient absorption,which in turn affects digestive health.In addition,intestinal microecological imbalances may be associated with immune regulation,inflammatory responses,and pathogen suppression,affecting disease recovery.Strategies to regulate intestinal microecology include probiotic supplementation,dietary modification,and pharmacological treatment.Currently,the study of intestinal microecology in children with pneumonia faces challenges,and there is a need for improved research methods,individualized treatment strategies,and the development of novel probiotics.In conclusion,the intestinal microecology of children with pneumonia is closely related to digestive health and disease recovery,and the regulation of intestinal microecology is of great significance to the treatment of children with pneumonia.Furthermore,future research should further explore the application of the microecology of the intestinal microecology in the treatment of children with pneumonia.展开更多
AIM To study the characteristics of upper digestive tract diseases (UDTDs) in the fishermen of the Bohai Bay. METHODS An investigation was carried out in 1488 fishermen with symptoms of UDTDs except liver, biliary ...AIM To study the characteristics of upper digestive tract diseases (UDTDs) in the fishermen of the Bohai Bay. METHODS An investigation was carried out in 1488 fishermen with symptoms of UDTDs except liver, biliary and pancreatic diseases during the period from December 1991 to February 1995, which included medical history inquiry, physical, gastroscopic and pathological examinations, detection of Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori) infection, and nitrate content in their drinking water. RESULTS Among the 1488 subjects investigated, 1467 suffered from one or more diseases among 14 kinds of UDTDs, most of which were chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG, 1103 cases), peptic ulcer (268 cases), and cancer of the upper digestive tract (25 cases). CONCLUSION Incidence rate of UDTDs tends to be high among the fishermen, especially CAG, peptic ulcer and upper digestive tract cancer, and complicated state of illness due to their special life habits, and high nitrate content in their drinking water, etc, and UDTDs in fishermen is significantly different from that in inland residents in clinical manifestations.展开更多
AIM: To study the palliative treatment of malignant obstruction of digestive tract with placement of intraluminal stent combined with intra-arterial infusion of chemotherapeutic drugs. METHODS: A total of 281 cases of...AIM: To study the palliative treatment of malignant obstruction of digestive tract with placement of intraluminal stent combined with intra-arterial infusion of chemotherapeutic drugs. METHODS: A total of 281 cases of digestive tract malignant obstruction were given per oral (esophagus, stomach, duodenum and jejunum), per anal (colon and rectum) and percutaneous transhepatic (biliary) installation of metallic stent. Among them, 203 cases received drug infusion by cannulation of tumor supplying artery with Seldinger's technique. RESULTS: Altogether 350 stents were installed in 281 cases, obstructive symptoms were relieved or ameliorated after installation. Occurrence of restenotic obstruction was 8-43 weeks among those with intra-arterial drug infusion, which was later than 4-26 weeks in the group with only stent installation. The average survival time of the former group was 43 (3-105) weeks, which was significantly longer than 13 (3-24) weeks of the latter group. CONCLUSION: Intraluminal placement of stent combined with intra-arterial infusion chemotherapy is one of the effective palliative therapies for malignant obstruction of the digestive tract with symptomatic as well as etiological treatment.展开更多
Metagenomics which combines the power of genomics,bioinformatics,and systems biology,provide new access to the microbial world.Metagenomics permit the genetic analysis of complex microbial populations without requirin...Metagenomics which combines the power of genomics,bioinformatics,and systems biology,provide new access to the microbial world.Metagenomics permit the genetic analysis of complex microbial populations without requiring prior cultivation.Through the conceptual innovations in metagenomics and the improvements in DNA high-throughput sequencing and bioinformatics analysis technology,gastrointestinal microbiology has entered the metagenomics era and become a hot topic worldwide.Human microbiome research is underway,however,most studies in this area have focused on the composition and function of the intestinal microbiota and the relationship between intestinal microbiota and metabolic diseases(obesity,diabetes,metabolic syndrome,etc.) and intestinal disorders [inflammatory bowel disease,colorectal cancer,irritable bowel syndrome(IBS),etc.].Few investigations on microbiota have been conducted within the upper gastrointestinal tract(esophagus,stomach and duodenum).The upper gastrointestinal microbiota is essential for several gastrointestinal illnesses,including esophagitis,Barrett's esophagus,and esophageal carcinoma,gastritis and gastric cancer,small intestinal bacterial overgrowth,IBS and celiac disease.However,the constitution and diversity of the microbiota in different sections of the upper gastrointestinal tract under health and various disease states,as well as the function of microbiota in the pathogenesis of various digestive diseases are still undefined.The current article provides an overview of the recent findings regarding the relationship between upper gastrointestinal microbiota and gastrointestinal diseases;and discusses the study limitations and future directions of upper gastrointestinal microbiota research.展开更多
Endoscopic ultrasound(EUS) is one of the most important modalities for the diagnosis of digestive tract diseases.EUS has been evolving ever since it was introduced.New techniques such as elastography and contrast enha...Endoscopic ultrasound(EUS) is one of the most important modalities for the diagnosis of digestive tract diseases.EUS has been evolving ever since it was introduced.New techniques such as elastography and contrast enhancement have emerged, increasing the accuracy, sensitivity and specificity of EUS for the diagnosis of digestive tract diseases including pancreatic masses and lymphadenopathy.EUS-elastography evaluates tissue elasticity and therefore, can be used to differentiate various lesions.Contrast-enhanced EUS can distinguish benign from malignant pancreatic lesions and lymphadenopathy using the intravenous injection of contrast agents.This review discusses the principles and types of these new techniques, as well as their clinical applications and limitations.展开更多
Objectives:Respiratory syncytial virus(RSV)is a leading cause of lower respiratory tract infection(LRTI).However,few comprehensive descriptions of the disease burden,medical resource utilization(MRU),and costs of RSV ...Objectives:Respiratory syncytial virus(RSV)is a leading cause of lower respiratory tract infection(LRTI).However,few comprehensive descriptions of the disease burden,medical resource utilization(MRU),and costs of RSV are available for China.This study aimed to provide the basis for the development of RSV prevention strategies by analyzing the burden of RSV among inpatients with lower respiratory tract infection under 5 years of age.Methods:We conducted a retrospective hospital-based study from June 2009 to May 2019 in Chongqing.Inpatients with LRTI were tested for eight viruses.We analyzed the RSV disease burden,MRU,and direct hospitalization costs by using non-parametric Mann‒Whitney U test,Chi-squared test or Fisher’s exact test and logistic regression.Results:A total of 6991 children under 5 years of age with LRTI were included in this study.The overall RSVpositive rate was 34.5%(2410/6991).Prior to admission,81.9%(1973/2410)of these RSV-positive cases were otherwise healthy.Compared with children aged 24–59 months,the odds ratio(OR)and 95%confidence interval(CI)for RSV infection were 2.509(2.139–2.945),1.882(1.549–2.222),and 1.479(1.240–1.765)for those aged 1–5 months,6–11 months,and 12–23 months,respectively.The proportions of patients treated with invasive ventilation and continuous positive airway pressure(CPAP)were significantly higher among RSV-positive cases(1.1%[27/2410]and 3.9%[93/2410])than RSV-negative cases(0.9%[43/4581]and 2.7%[124/4581])(P=0.023).Compared with RSV-negative cases,RSV-positive cases had significantly longer hospital length of stay(6[5,8]days vs.6[5,8]days,P<0.001)and higher hospitalization costs(963.0[757.9,1298.5]USD vs.935.6[719.7,1296.3]USD,P=0.022).Conclusions:Most RSV infections occurred during early childhood and among individuals in the otherwise healthy group.Younger age was associated with a higher RSV-positive rate.Effective prevention measures are needed in the earliest stages to reduce the RSV burden.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the prevalence and possible risk factors of Barrett's esophagus (BE) in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in Northwest China. Methods: Patients older than 18 years w...Objective: To investigate the prevalence and possible risk factors of Barrett's esophagus (BE) in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in Northwest China. Methods: Patients older than 18 years who underwent regular health check-up or had upper gastrointestinal symptoms in the endoscopy centers of four major teaching hospitals located in four different provinces of Northwest China from September 2008 to February 2009 were included in the study. A face-to-face reflux diagnostic questionnaire including risk factors were taken and scale scores (So) were accumulated. Diagnostic criterion of GERD was Sc≥12 points. None of these subjects received anti-acid medication prior to their endoscopy done. Barrett's esophagus was diagnosed when specialized intestinal metaplasia was detected histologically. Results: A total of 528 patients met the criteria of GERD, among which 32 patients (20 male and 12 female) were diagnosed with BE. BE was present in 6.06% with a mean age of 51.2±11.6 years, which was significantly older than patients with GERD without BE (46.6±13.3 years) (P〈0.05). There weresignificant differences between BE and GERD patients regarding gender, age, hiatus hernia, smoking and alcohol consumption (P〈0.05), while no significant difference regarding symptoms of GERD. There was significant difference between short segment Barrett's esophagus and long segment (65.6% vs 34.4%, P〈0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of BE was 6.06% in patients with GERD in northwest China and was dominated by SSBE. The potential risk factors of Barrett's esophagus were older age, male, esophageal hiatal hernia, smoking and alcohol consumption.展开更多
BACKGROUND Duodenal biopsies are commonly obtained during esophagogastroduodenoscopy(EGD) but are very often histopathologically normal. Therefore, a more strategic method for evaluating the duodenal mucosa and avoidi...BACKGROUND Duodenal biopsies are commonly obtained during esophagogastroduodenoscopy(EGD) but are very often histopathologically normal. Therefore, a more strategic method for evaluating the duodenal mucosa and avoiding unnecessary biopsies is needed.AIM To examine the clinical utility of narrow band imaging(NBI) for evaluating duodenal villous morphology.METHODS We performed a prospective cohort study of adult patients at Mayo Clinic Rochester from 2013-2014 who were referred for EGD with duodenal biopsies. A staff endoscopist scored, in real-time, the NBI-based appearance of duodenal villi into one of three categories(normal, partial villous atrophy, or complete villous atrophy), captured ≥ 2 representative duodenal NBI images, and obtained mucosal biopsies therein. Images were then scored by an advanced endoscopist and gastroenterology fellow, and biopsies(gold standard) by a pathologist, in a masked fashion using the same three-category classification. Performing endoscopist, advanced endoscopist, and fellow NBI scores were compared to histopathology to calculate performance characteristics [sensitivity, specificity,positive and negative, negative predictive value(NPV), and accuracy]. Inter-rater agreement was assessed with Cohen's kappa.RESULTS112 patients were included. The most common referring indications were dyspepsia(47%), nausea(23%), and suspected celiac disease(14%). Duodenal histopathology scores were: 84% normal, 11% partial atrophy, and 5% complete atrophy. Performing endoscopist NBI scores were 79% normal, 14% partial atrophy, and 6% complete atrophy compared to 91%, 5%, and 4% and 70%, 24%,and 6% for advanced endoscopist and fellow, respectively. NBI performed favorably for all raters, with a notably high(92%-100%) NPV. NBI score agreement was best between performing endoscopist and fellow(κ = 0.65).CONCLUSION NBI facilitates accurate, non-invasive evaluation of duodenal villi. Its high NPV renders it especially useful for foregoing biopsies of histopathologically normal duodenal mucosa.展开更多
Pediatric massage is one of the external treatment methods that can improve children'sconstitution and immunity by regulating the viscera (the basic organs in traditonal Chinesemedicine theory), dredging the merid...Pediatric massage is one of the external treatment methods that can improve children'sconstitution and immunity by regulating the viscera (the basic organs in traditonal Chinesemedicine theory), dredging the meridians, regulating Qi and blood, and balancing Yin and Yang.As one of the specific acupoints of pediatric massage, inner Bagua acupoint (one of the clinicallyused acupoints in children's massage that locate in the palm of the hand and the periphery ofthe palm) play a key role. Inner Bagua acupoints are the commonly used acupoints in pediatricmassage, which have the function of regulating Qi and eliminating phlegm (a kind pathologicfluid in TCM theory) and improving digestion. Inner Bagua acupoints have a unique curativeeffect on many diseases of digestive and respiratory system in children. Therefore, this articleattempts to elaborate and summarize the origin, location, operation and clinical application ofthe inner Bagua acupoints. This article hopes to provide a basis information for advocating anddisseminating pediatric massage, which is favorable for wide-range popularization anddevelopment.展开更多
为探究河南省某规模化兔场暴发的以精神萎靡、腹泻为主要症状的疾病病原,本实验随机选取6只病死兔剖检并观察其各组织剖检病变后,通过四区划线法分离纯化并增菌培养后,分别于普通琼脂培养基、血琼脂培养基和麦康凯琼脂培养基培养,并对...为探究河南省某规模化兔场暴发的以精神萎靡、腹泻为主要症状的疾病病原,本实验随机选取6只病死兔剖检并观察其各组织剖检病变后,通过四区划线法分离纯化并增菌培养后,分别于普通琼脂培养基、血琼脂培养基和麦康凯琼脂培养基培养,并对分离菌进行疑似病原菌的PCR鉴定、球虫检测、生化鉴定、16S r RNA基因的PCR扩增、测序和序列分析,构建分离菌16S r RNA基因的进化树,进一步确定病原菌。剖检观察可见病死兔肾脏呈土黄色、肝脏肿大有出血点、胸腺出血、脾脏萎缩呈深褐色、肺脏发白且有散在出血点等。疑似病原菌的鉴定结果显示,大肠杆菌、肺炎克雷伯氏菌、魏氏梭菌、沙门氏菌、波氏杆菌及球虫均呈阴性,且通过细菌的分离培养、16S r RNA基因的PCR扩增、测序并构建系统进化树,进一步确定引起该兔场发病的病原菌为奇异变形杆菌,并将其命名为HN001株。通过PCR检测该菌携带的毒力基因,并采集病死兔肝、肾、肠等病变组织制作病理切片,观察其病理变化。将HN001株以1011cfu/mL感染家兔,一周后剖杀,观察各组兔的剖检病变,并再次从兔的内脏分离并鉴定病原菌。毒力基因的PCR检测结果显示,HN001菌株中鞭毛基因FliL和菌毛结构亚单位基因Mrp A均为阳性,溶血素基因Hpm A、金属蛋白酶结构亚单位基因ZapA和“雾蔓”菌毛迁移能力的调控基因Rsb A均为阴性。组织病理学结果显示,病死兔肾、肝、胸腺、脾、肺脏和空肠组织均损伤严重,主要表现为炎性细胞浸润、散在分布部分红细胞等病理变化。家兔致病性试验结果显示,该病原菌感染兔后出现与自然感染兔类似的症状和脏器的剖检症状,但病变程度与自然感染兔相比较轻。且从病兔体内再次分离到与感染菌相同的菌株,表明奇异变形杆菌为该兔场暴发疾病的病原菌。本研究为兔奇异变形杆菌病的防控提供参考依据。展开更多
基金National Nature Science foundation of China,No.81900755and the Health Commission of Shanghai Municipality,No.20194Yo384.
文摘BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among digestive tract malignancies,following gastric cancer.Sleep is of great significance for maintaining human health.The incidence of sleep disorders in patients with cancer is approximately twice that observed in the general population.Lack of sleep can prolong hospital stays,increase the likelihood of infection,and increase mortality rates.Therefore,studying the factors related to sleep quality is significant for improving the quality of life of patients with malignant tumors of the digestive tract.AIM To investigate the relationships among sleep quality,disease uncertainty,and psychological resilience in patients undergoing chemotherapy for digestive tract malignancies.METHODS A total of 131 patients with malignant digestive tract tumors who were treated at Hefei BOE Hospital between April 2021 and September 2022 were selected as research participants.Based on their Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index(PSQI)scores,participants were divided into either the sleep disorder group(PSQI score>7)or the normal sleep group(PSQI score≤7).The clinical data—together with the Mishel Uncertainty in Illness Scale for Adults(MUIS-A)and Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale(CD-RISC)scores—were compared.RESULTS In this study,78(59.54%)patients with digestive tract malignancies developed sleep disorders after chemotherapy.Sleep disorder incidence was higher in patients with colorectal cancer than in those with gastric and esophageal cancers(P<0.05).The total MUIS-A score and those for each item in the sleep disorder group were higher than those in the normal sleep group.The total CD-RISC score and those for each item in the sleep disorder group were lower than those in the normal sleep group(P<0.05).The PSQI scores of patients with malignant digestive tract tumors were positively correlated with the scores for lack of disease information,disease uncertainty,and unpredictability in the MUIS-A and negatively correlated with the scores for tenacity,self-improvement,and optimism in the CD-RISC(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Patients undergoing chemotherapy for digestive tract malignancies are prone to sleep problems related to disease uncertainty and psychological resilience.Therefore,interventions can be implemented to improve their sleep quality.
文摘Gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy(G-POME)is an emerging minimally invasive endoscopic technique involving the establishment of a submucosal tun-nel around the pyloric sphincter.In 2013,Khashab et al used G-POME for the first time in the treatment of gastroparesis with enhanced therapeutic efficacy,prov-iding a new direction for the treatment of gastroparesis.With the recent and rapid development of G-POME therapy technology,progress has been made in the treatment of gastroparesis and other upper digestive tract diseases,such as congenital hypertrophic pyloric stenosis and gastric sleeve stricture,with G-POME.This article reviews the research progress and future prospects of G-POME for the treatment of upper digestive tract gastrointestinal diseases.
基金Shandong Province Traditional Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Project"Efficacy Evaluation of Acupoint Application Synergy Model Intervention in Bronchoscopic Treatment of Severe Mycoplasma Pneumonia in Children"(Project No.2020M177)。
文摘This paper explores the association between intestinal microecology and digestive health and disease recovery in children with pneumonia.Intestinal microecological imbalance is common in children with pneumonia,which is closely associated with digestive health and disease recovery.Intestinal microecological imbalance may affect digestive enzyme activity,intestinal mucosal barrier function,and nutrient absorption,which in turn affects digestive health.In addition,intestinal microecological imbalances may be associated with immune regulation,inflammatory responses,and pathogen suppression,affecting disease recovery.Strategies to regulate intestinal microecology include probiotic supplementation,dietary modification,and pharmacological treatment.Currently,the study of intestinal microecology in children with pneumonia faces challenges,and there is a need for improved research methods,individualized treatment strategies,and the development of novel probiotics.In conclusion,the intestinal microecology of children with pneumonia is closely related to digestive health and disease recovery,and the regulation of intestinal microecology is of great significance to the treatment of children with pneumonia.Furthermore,future research should further explore the application of the microecology of the intestinal microecology in the treatment of children with pneumonia.
文摘AIM To study the characteristics of upper digestive tract diseases (UDTDs) in the fishermen of the Bohai Bay. METHODS An investigation was carried out in 1488 fishermen with symptoms of UDTDs except liver, biliary and pancreatic diseases during the period from December 1991 to February 1995, which included medical history inquiry, physical, gastroscopic and pathological examinations, detection of Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori) infection, and nitrate content in their drinking water. RESULTS Among the 1488 subjects investigated, 1467 suffered from one or more diseases among 14 kinds of UDTDs, most of which were chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG, 1103 cases), peptic ulcer (268 cases), and cancer of the upper digestive tract (25 cases). CONCLUSION Incidence rate of UDTDs tends to be high among the fishermen, especially CAG, peptic ulcer and upper digestive tract cancer, and complicated state of illness due to their special life habits, and high nitrate content in their drinking water, etc, and UDTDs in fishermen is significantly different from that in inland residents in clinical manifestations.
文摘AIM: To study the palliative treatment of malignant obstruction of digestive tract with placement of intraluminal stent combined with intra-arterial infusion of chemotherapeutic drugs. METHODS: A total of 281 cases of digestive tract malignant obstruction were given per oral (esophagus, stomach, duodenum and jejunum), per anal (colon and rectum) and percutaneous transhepatic (biliary) installation of metallic stent. Among them, 203 cases received drug infusion by cannulation of tumor supplying artery with Seldinger's technique. RESULTS: Altogether 350 stents were installed in 281 cases, obstructive symptoms were relieved or ameliorated after installation. Occurrence of restenotic obstruction was 8-43 weeks among those with intra-arterial drug infusion, which was later than 4-26 weeks in the group with only stent installation. The average survival time of the former group was 43 (3-105) weeks, which was significantly longer than 13 (3-24) weeks of the latter group. CONCLUSION: Intraluminal placement of stent combined with intra-arterial infusion chemotherapy is one of the effective palliative therapies for malignant obstruction of the digestive tract with symptomatic as well as etiological treatment.
文摘Metagenomics which combines the power of genomics,bioinformatics,and systems biology,provide new access to the microbial world.Metagenomics permit the genetic analysis of complex microbial populations without requiring prior cultivation.Through the conceptual innovations in metagenomics and the improvements in DNA high-throughput sequencing and bioinformatics analysis technology,gastrointestinal microbiology has entered the metagenomics era and become a hot topic worldwide.Human microbiome research is underway,however,most studies in this area have focused on the composition and function of the intestinal microbiota and the relationship between intestinal microbiota and metabolic diseases(obesity,diabetes,metabolic syndrome,etc.) and intestinal disorders [inflammatory bowel disease,colorectal cancer,irritable bowel syndrome(IBS),etc.].Few investigations on microbiota have been conducted within the upper gastrointestinal tract(esophagus,stomach and duodenum).The upper gastrointestinal microbiota is essential for several gastrointestinal illnesses,including esophagitis,Barrett's esophagus,and esophageal carcinoma,gastritis and gastric cancer,small intestinal bacterial overgrowth,IBS and celiac disease.However,the constitution and diversity of the microbiota in different sections of the upper gastrointestinal tract under health and various disease states,as well as the function of microbiota in the pathogenesis of various digestive diseases are still undefined.The current article provides an overview of the recent findings regarding the relationship between upper gastrointestinal microbiota and gastrointestinal diseases;and discusses the study limitations and future directions of upper gastrointestinal microbiota research.
文摘Endoscopic ultrasound(EUS) is one of the most important modalities for the diagnosis of digestive tract diseases.EUS has been evolving ever since it was introduced.New techniques such as elastography and contrast enhancement have emerged, increasing the accuracy, sensitivity and specificity of EUS for the diagnosis of digestive tract diseases including pancreatic masses and lymphadenopathy.EUS-elastography evaluates tissue elasticity and therefore, can be used to differentiate various lesions.Contrast-enhanced EUS can distinguish benign from malignant pancreatic lesions and lymphadenopathy using the intravenous injection of contrast agents.This review discusses the principles and types of these new techniques, as well as their clinical applications and limitations.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFC2704900)the Chongqing Yuzhong District Science and Technology Bureau Project(No.20200153)a collaborative research agreement with Sanofi(No.RSV00032).
文摘Objectives:Respiratory syncytial virus(RSV)is a leading cause of lower respiratory tract infection(LRTI).However,few comprehensive descriptions of the disease burden,medical resource utilization(MRU),and costs of RSV are available for China.This study aimed to provide the basis for the development of RSV prevention strategies by analyzing the burden of RSV among inpatients with lower respiratory tract infection under 5 years of age.Methods:We conducted a retrospective hospital-based study from June 2009 to May 2019 in Chongqing.Inpatients with LRTI were tested for eight viruses.We analyzed the RSV disease burden,MRU,and direct hospitalization costs by using non-parametric Mann‒Whitney U test,Chi-squared test or Fisher’s exact test and logistic regression.Results:A total of 6991 children under 5 years of age with LRTI were included in this study.The overall RSVpositive rate was 34.5%(2410/6991).Prior to admission,81.9%(1973/2410)of these RSV-positive cases were otherwise healthy.Compared with children aged 24–59 months,the odds ratio(OR)and 95%confidence interval(CI)for RSV infection were 2.509(2.139–2.945),1.882(1.549–2.222),and 1.479(1.240–1.765)for those aged 1–5 months,6–11 months,and 12–23 months,respectively.The proportions of patients treated with invasive ventilation and continuous positive airway pressure(CPAP)were significantly higher among RSV-positive cases(1.1%[27/2410]and 3.9%[93/2410])than RSV-negative cases(0.9%[43/4581]and 2.7%[124/4581])(P=0.023).Compared with RSV-negative cases,RSV-positive cases had significantly longer hospital length of stay(6[5,8]days vs.6[5,8]days,P<0.001)and higher hospitalization costs(963.0[757.9,1298.5]USD vs.935.6[719.7,1296.3]USD,P=0.022).Conclusions:Most RSV infections occurred during early childhood and among individuals in the otherwise healthy group.Younger age was associated with a higher RSV-positive rate.Effective prevention measures are needed in the earliest stages to reduce the RSV burden.
基金Supported by Key Clinical Program of the Ministry of Health of the People's Republic of China(No.[2007]353)
文摘Objective: To investigate the prevalence and possible risk factors of Barrett's esophagus (BE) in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in Northwest China. Methods: Patients older than 18 years who underwent regular health check-up or had upper gastrointestinal symptoms in the endoscopy centers of four major teaching hospitals located in four different provinces of Northwest China from September 2008 to February 2009 were included in the study. A face-to-face reflux diagnostic questionnaire including risk factors were taken and scale scores (So) were accumulated. Diagnostic criterion of GERD was Sc≥12 points. None of these subjects received anti-acid medication prior to their endoscopy done. Barrett's esophagus was diagnosed when specialized intestinal metaplasia was detected histologically. Results: A total of 528 patients met the criteria of GERD, among which 32 patients (20 male and 12 female) were diagnosed with BE. BE was present in 6.06% with a mean age of 51.2±11.6 years, which was significantly older than patients with GERD without BE (46.6±13.3 years) (P〈0.05). There weresignificant differences between BE and GERD patients regarding gender, age, hiatus hernia, smoking and alcohol consumption (P〈0.05), while no significant difference regarding symptoms of GERD. There was significant difference between short segment Barrett's esophagus and long segment (65.6% vs 34.4%, P〈0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of BE was 6.06% in patients with GERD in northwest China and was dominated by SSBE. The potential risk factors of Barrett's esophagus were older age, male, esophageal hiatal hernia, smoking and alcohol consumption.
基金the National Institutes of Health,No.T32DK007198 in part during the study period
文摘BACKGROUND Duodenal biopsies are commonly obtained during esophagogastroduodenoscopy(EGD) but are very often histopathologically normal. Therefore, a more strategic method for evaluating the duodenal mucosa and avoiding unnecessary biopsies is needed.AIM To examine the clinical utility of narrow band imaging(NBI) for evaluating duodenal villous morphology.METHODS We performed a prospective cohort study of adult patients at Mayo Clinic Rochester from 2013-2014 who were referred for EGD with duodenal biopsies. A staff endoscopist scored, in real-time, the NBI-based appearance of duodenal villi into one of three categories(normal, partial villous atrophy, or complete villous atrophy), captured ≥ 2 representative duodenal NBI images, and obtained mucosal biopsies therein. Images were then scored by an advanced endoscopist and gastroenterology fellow, and biopsies(gold standard) by a pathologist, in a masked fashion using the same three-category classification. Performing endoscopist, advanced endoscopist, and fellow NBI scores were compared to histopathology to calculate performance characteristics [sensitivity, specificity,positive and negative, negative predictive value(NPV), and accuracy]. Inter-rater agreement was assessed with Cohen's kappa.RESULTS112 patients were included. The most common referring indications were dyspepsia(47%), nausea(23%), and suspected celiac disease(14%). Duodenal histopathology scores were: 84% normal, 11% partial atrophy, and 5% complete atrophy. Performing endoscopist NBI scores were 79% normal, 14% partial atrophy, and 6% complete atrophy compared to 91%, 5%, and 4% and 70%, 24%,and 6% for advanced endoscopist and fellow, respectively. NBI performed favorably for all raters, with a notably high(92%-100%) NPV. NBI score agreement was best between performing endoscopist and fellow(κ = 0.65).CONCLUSION NBI facilitates accurate, non-invasive evaluation of duodenal villi. Its high NPV renders it especially useful for foregoing biopsies of histopathologically normal duodenal mucosa.
文摘Pediatric massage is one of the external treatment methods that can improve children'sconstitution and immunity by regulating the viscera (the basic organs in traditonal Chinesemedicine theory), dredging the meridians, regulating Qi and blood, and balancing Yin and Yang.As one of the specific acupoints of pediatric massage, inner Bagua acupoint (one of the clinicallyused acupoints in children's massage that locate in the palm of the hand and the periphery ofthe palm) play a key role. Inner Bagua acupoints are the commonly used acupoints in pediatricmassage, which have the function of regulating Qi and eliminating phlegm (a kind pathologicfluid in TCM theory) and improving digestion. Inner Bagua acupoints have a unique curativeeffect on many diseases of digestive and respiratory system in children. Therefore, this articleattempts to elaborate and summarize the origin, location, operation and clinical application ofthe inner Bagua acupoints. This article hopes to provide a basis information for advocating anddisseminating pediatric massage, which is favorable for wide-range popularization anddevelopment.
文摘为探究河南省某规模化兔场暴发的以精神萎靡、腹泻为主要症状的疾病病原,本实验随机选取6只病死兔剖检并观察其各组织剖检病变后,通过四区划线法分离纯化并增菌培养后,分别于普通琼脂培养基、血琼脂培养基和麦康凯琼脂培养基培养,并对分离菌进行疑似病原菌的PCR鉴定、球虫检测、生化鉴定、16S r RNA基因的PCR扩增、测序和序列分析,构建分离菌16S r RNA基因的进化树,进一步确定病原菌。剖检观察可见病死兔肾脏呈土黄色、肝脏肿大有出血点、胸腺出血、脾脏萎缩呈深褐色、肺脏发白且有散在出血点等。疑似病原菌的鉴定结果显示,大肠杆菌、肺炎克雷伯氏菌、魏氏梭菌、沙门氏菌、波氏杆菌及球虫均呈阴性,且通过细菌的分离培养、16S r RNA基因的PCR扩增、测序并构建系统进化树,进一步确定引起该兔场发病的病原菌为奇异变形杆菌,并将其命名为HN001株。通过PCR检测该菌携带的毒力基因,并采集病死兔肝、肾、肠等病变组织制作病理切片,观察其病理变化。将HN001株以1011cfu/mL感染家兔,一周后剖杀,观察各组兔的剖检病变,并再次从兔的内脏分离并鉴定病原菌。毒力基因的PCR检测结果显示,HN001菌株中鞭毛基因FliL和菌毛结构亚单位基因Mrp A均为阳性,溶血素基因Hpm A、金属蛋白酶结构亚单位基因ZapA和“雾蔓”菌毛迁移能力的调控基因Rsb A均为阴性。组织病理学结果显示,病死兔肾、肝、胸腺、脾、肺脏和空肠组织均损伤严重,主要表现为炎性细胞浸润、散在分布部分红细胞等病理变化。家兔致病性试验结果显示,该病原菌感染兔后出现与自然感染兔类似的症状和脏器的剖检症状,但病变程度与自然感染兔相比较轻。且从病兔体内再次分离到与感染菌相同的菌株,表明奇异变形杆菌为该兔场暴发疾病的病原菌。本研究为兔奇异变形杆菌病的防控提供参考依据。