AIM: To identify clinical parameters, and develop an Upper Gastrointesinal Bleeding (UGIB) Etiology Score for predicting the types of UGIB and validate the score. METHODS: Patients with UGIB who underwent endoscop...AIM: To identify clinical parameters, and develop an Upper Gastrointesinal Bleeding (UGIB) Etiology Score for predicting the types of UGIB and validate the score. METHODS: Patients with UGIB who underwent endoscopy within 72 h were enrolled. Clinical and basic laboratory parameters were prospectively collected. Predictive factors for the types of UGIB were identified by univariate and multivariate analyses and were used to generate the UGIB Etiology Score. The best cutoff of the score was defined from the receiver operating curve and prospectively validated in another set of patients with UGIB. RESULTS: Among 261 patients with UGIB, 47 (18%) had variceal and 214 (82%) had non-variceal bleeding. Univariate analysis identified 27 distinct parameters significantly associated with the types of UGIB. Logistic regression analysis identified only 3 independent factors for predicting variceal bleeding; previous diagnosis of cirrhosis or signs of chronic liver disease (OR 22.4, 95% CI 8.3-60.4, P 〈 0.001), red vomitus (OR 4.6, 95% CI 1.8-11.9, P = 0.02), and red nasogastric (NG) aspirate (OR 3.3, 95% CI 1.3-8.3, P = 0.011). The UGIB Etiology Score was calculated from (3.1× previous diagnosis of cirrhosis or signs of chronic liver disease) + (1.5× red vomitus) + (1.2× red NG aspirate), when 1 and 0 are used for the presence and absence of each factor, respectively. Using a cutoff ≥ 3.1, the sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, positive predictive value (PPV), and negative predictive value (NPV) in predicting variceal bleeding were 85%, 81%, 82%, 50%, and 96%, respectively. The score was prospectively validated in cases (46 variceal and 149 another set of 195 UGIB non-variceal bleeding). The PPV and NPV of a score ≥ 3.1 for variceal bleeding were 79% and 97%, respectively. CONCLUSION: The UGIB Etiology Score, composed of 3 parameters, using a cutoff ≥ 3.1 accurately predicted variceal bleeding and may help to guide the choice of initial therapy for UGIB before endoscopy.展开更多
The present study examines affective meaning of pronouns (in Russian) represented by the semantic differential. Of direct relevance to the present study is the theory of affective meaning propounded by Osgood. Two h...The present study examines affective meaning of pronouns (in Russian) represented by the semantic differential. Of direct relevance to the present study is the theory of affective meaning propounded by Osgood. Two hypotheses were tested. According to a "magnitude" hypothesis, affective dimensions (each of evaluation, potency, and activity taken separately) differ in their magnitude across pronouns I, My, Me, and They. A "structural" hypothesis stated that the affective dimensions yield latent factors across (the generality) and within (the concept-scale interaction) the pronoun concepts. Repeated-measures analysis of variance (1-way ANOVA) and confirmatory factor analysis were employed to process data. It was found that each of the evaluation and potency measures yield a significant magnitude change across the pronouns, but there was indicated no significant change across the pronouns with respect to the activity dimension. Therewith, the pronoun My gained a salient value and the pronoun They the smallest value. Using confirmatory factor analysis five models were tested. Among them one model was good fit to the data. It engaged a four-factor solution resulted in that four pronouns are latent affective distinct but related factors and the evaluation, potency, and activity are their indicators.展开更多
Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the distribution of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and CD105-microvessel density (MVD)in invasive breast carcinomas. We also aimed to analyze the rela...Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the distribution of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and CD105-microvessel density (MVD)in invasive breast carcinomas. We also aimed to analyze the relationship between VEGF and MVD expression with other standard prognostic parameters associated with invasive breast cancer, such as size, grade, stage of the cancer, metastases, and tumor recurrence. Methods immunohistochemistry via the Ultra SensitiveTM S-P method was used to detect VEGF and MVD expression in 128 cases of invasive breast carcinoma. Specimens were evaluated for CD105 expression. Positively stained microvessels were counted in dense vascular loci under 400x magnification, MVD in the peripheral area adjacent to the lesion and in the central, area within the lesion in invasive breast carcinomas and benign leisions groups were also assessed. Fifty cases of benign breast disease tissue were selected as the control group. Results Results showed that 64.1% of invasive breast cancer samples were VEGF-positive, higher than in benign breast disease tissue (22.0%, P 〈 0.05). There was a positive correlation between VEGF overexpression and histological grade, lymph node metastasis, and distant metastasis of invasive breast cancer. VEGF expression was not related to age or size of the tumor (P 〉 0.05). MVD of the peripheral area adjacent to the lesion was significantly higher than those central area within the lesion in both invasive breast cancer and benignbreast disease groups (P 〈 0.01 for each group). There were significant differences in the mean CD105-MVD, between invasive breast tumors with a histological grade of Ⅰ or Ⅱ and grade Ⅲ; between tumors with lymph node or distant metastasis; and between patients with or without recurrence (P 〈 0.05). However, there was no difference in the mean MVD between the two age groups (≤ 50 years vs. 〉 50 years) or the two tumor diameter groups (〈 2 cm vs. 〉 2 cm), P 〉 0.05. Conclusion Overexpression of VEGF and MVD may be important biological.markers for invasion and lymph node and distant metastases of invasive breast cancer. Combined detection of the two tumor markers could provide better prognostic monitoring for disease recurrence and metastasis, as well as aid with clinical staging of breast tumors. Prediction of the risk for metastasis and recurrence, as well as recurrence patterns based on VEGF and MVD post-surgery, could aid design of better follow-up regimens and appropriate treatment strategies for breast cancer patients.展开更多
Objective To observe the efficacy of herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion for lumbar disc herniation(LDH)due to kidney deficiency and blood stasis and observe the influence of this method on lumbar functions and inflam...Objective To observe the efficacy of herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion for lumbar disc herniation(LDH)due to kidney deficiency and blood stasis and observe the influence of this method on lumbar functions and inflammatory factors in patients with this condition.Methods A total of 120 LDH patients who met the inclusion criteria were randomly divided into three groups,including a herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group,a flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group,and a Western medication group,with 40 patients in each group.The patients in the Western medication group were treated with diflunisal tablets,0.5 g per dose,2 doses a day.Those in the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group were treated with additional herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group at Back-Shu Points and Jiaji(EX-B2)Points once a day.Those in the flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group were treated with the same methods as in the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group,except that the herbal cake was replaced by a flour cake.All the patients were treated for 10 d.After treatment,the scores of the visual analog scale(VAS)and Japanese Orthopaedic Association(JOA)and the changes of the interleukin(IL)-6,tumor necrosis factor(TNF)-α,and substance P(SP)levels were observed,and the efficacy was evaluated.Results After treatment,the VAS score and the levels of IL-6,TNF-α,and SP were lower than those before treatment,and the JOA score was higher than that before treatment in the three groups,indicating intra-group statistical significance(P<0.05).The VAS score and the levels of IL-6,TNF-α,and SP of the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group were lower than those of the flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group and the Western medication group,while the JOA score of the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group was higher than that of the other two groups,indicating inter-group statistical significance(P<0.05).The total effective rate of the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group was 92.5%,higher than that of the flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group(80.0%)and the Western medication group(72.5%),indicating inter-group statistical significance(P<0.05).Conclusion On the basis of Western oral medication,additional herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion can alleviate the pain and improve the lumbar functions in patients with LDH due to kidney deficiency and blood stasis.The efficacy of the integrated method is better than that of either flour cake-partitioned moxibustion or Western medication alone,which may be related to the reduction of serum inflammatory factors.展开更多
Objective To observe the efficacy of mild moxibustion combined with arthroscopic meniscal repair in the treatment of meniscal injury and to explore its action mechanism.Methods Ninety-eight patients with meniscal inju...Objective To observe the efficacy of mild moxibustion combined with arthroscopic meniscal repair in the treatment of meniscal injury and to explore its action mechanism.Methods Ninety-eight patients with meniscal injury were divided into a surgery group and a moxibustion plus surgery group by the random number table method,with 49 cases in each group.Both groups received arthroscopic meniscal repair,and the moxibustion plus surgery group was treated with add-on mild moxibustion.The Lysholm score,visual analog scale(VAS)score,and mobility of the affected knee were measured before and after treatment,and transforming growth factor(TGF)-β1 and platelet-derived growth factor(PDGF)levels were measured in the fluid of the affected knee joint.The healing of the meniscus was recorded at a follow-up visit 3 months after the surgery.Results After treatment,the Lysholm score increased,the VAS score decreased in both groups,and the intra-group differences in both groups were statistically significant(P<0.05).The Lysholm score was higher in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group,and the VAS score was lower in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group.The differences between groups in both scores were statistically significant(P<0.05).The mobility of the affected knee joint increased in both groups(P<0.05),and it was greater in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group(P<0.05).When compared with pretreatment,the levels of TGF-β1 and PDGF in the fluid of the knee joint increased in both groups(P<0.05),and the levels of TGF-β1 and PDGF in the fluid of the affected knee joint were higher in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group(P<0.05).The healing of the meniscus in the moxibustion plus surgery group was significantly better than that in the surgery group at the follow-up visit 3 months after the surgery(P<0.05).Conclusion The effect of mild moxibustion combined with arthroscopic meniscal repair is better than the surgery alone in improving knee function,relieving pain,increasing mobility of the affected knee,and promoting meniscal healing,which may be related to the up-regulation of TGF-β1 and PDGF levels in the fluid of knee joint.展开更多
文摘AIM: To identify clinical parameters, and develop an Upper Gastrointesinal Bleeding (UGIB) Etiology Score for predicting the types of UGIB and validate the score. METHODS: Patients with UGIB who underwent endoscopy within 72 h were enrolled. Clinical and basic laboratory parameters were prospectively collected. Predictive factors for the types of UGIB were identified by univariate and multivariate analyses and were used to generate the UGIB Etiology Score. The best cutoff of the score was defined from the receiver operating curve and prospectively validated in another set of patients with UGIB. RESULTS: Among 261 patients with UGIB, 47 (18%) had variceal and 214 (82%) had non-variceal bleeding. Univariate analysis identified 27 distinct parameters significantly associated with the types of UGIB. Logistic regression analysis identified only 3 independent factors for predicting variceal bleeding; previous diagnosis of cirrhosis or signs of chronic liver disease (OR 22.4, 95% CI 8.3-60.4, P 〈 0.001), red vomitus (OR 4.6, 95% CI 1.8-11.9, P = 0.02), and red nasogastric (NG) aspirate (OR 3.3, 95% CI 1.3-8.3, P = 0.011). The UGIB Etiology Score was calculated from (3.1× previous diagnosis of cirrhosis or signs of chronic liver disease) + (1.5× red vomitus) + (1.2× red NG aspirate), when 1 and 0 are used for the presence and absence of each factor, respectively. Using a cutoff ≥ 3.1, the sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, positive predictive value (PPV), and negative predictive value (NPV) in predicting variceal bleeding were 85%, 81%, 82%, 50%, and 96%, respectively. The score was prospectively validated in cases (46 variceal and 149 another set of 195 UGIB non-variceal bleeding). The PPV and NPV of a score ≥ 3.1 for variceal bleeding were 79% and 97%, respectively. CONCLUSION: The UGIB Etiology Score, composed of 3 parameters, using a cutoff ≥ 3.1 accurately predicted variceal bleeding and may help to guide the choice of initial therapy for UGIB before endoscopy.
文摘The present study examines affective meaning of pronouns (in Russian) represented by the semantic differential. Of direct relevance to the present study is the theory of affective meaning propounded by Osgood. Two hypotheses were tested. According to a "magnitude" hypothesis, affective dimensions (each of evaluation, potency, and activity taken separately) differ in their magnitude across pronouns I, My, Me, and They. A "structural" hypothesis stated that the affective dimensions yield latent factors across (the generality) and within (the concept-scale interaction) the pronoun concepts. Repeated-measures analysis of variance (1-way ANOVA) and confirmatory factor analysis were employed to process data. It was found that each of the evaluation and potency measures yield a significant magnitude change across the pronouns, but there was indicated no significant change across the pronouns with respect to the activity dimension. Therewith, the pronoun My gained a salient value and the pronoun They the smallest value. Using confirmatory factor analysis five models were tested. Among them one model was good fit to the data. It engaged a four-factor solution resulted in that four pronouns are latent affective distinct but related factors and the evaluation, potency, and activity are their indicators.
基金Supported by grants from the Medicine and Health Care Science and Technology Development Plan Projects Foundation of Shandong Province(No.2014WS0282,2014WSA11003)the Application Technology Research and Development Project Foundation in Rizhao City(No.2014SZSH002)the Scientific Research Projects of Jining Medical College(No.JY2013KJ051)
文摘Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the distribution of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and CD105-microvessel density (MVD)in invasive breast carcinomas. We also aimed to analyze the relationship between VEGF and MVD expression with other standard prognostic parameters associated with invasive breast cancer, such as size, grade, stage of the cancer, metastases, and tumor recurrence. Methods immunohistochemistry via the Ultra SensitiveTM S-P method was used to detect VEGF and MVD expression in 128 cases of invasive breast carcinoma. Specimens were evaluated for CD105 expression. Positively stained microvessels were counted in dense vascular loci under 400x magnification, MVD in the peripheral area adjacent to the lesion and in the central, area within the lesion in invasive breast carcinomas and benign leisions groups were also assessed. Fifty cases of benign breast disease tissue were selected as the control group. Results Results showed that 64.1% of invasive breast cancer samples were VEGF-positive, higher than in benign breast disease tissue (22.0%, P 〈 0.05). There was a positive correlation between VEGF overexpression and histological grade, lymph node metastasis, and distant metastasis of invasive breast cancer. VEGF expression was not related to age or size of the tumor (P 〉 0.05). MVD of the peripheral area adjacent to the lesion was significantly higher than those central area within the lesion in both invasive breast cancer and benignbreast disease groups (P 〈 0.01 for each group). There were significant differences in the mean CD105-MVD, between invasive breast tumors with a histological grade of Ⅰ or Ⅱ and grade Ⅲ; between tumors with lymph node or distant metastasis; and between patients with or without recurrence (P 〈 0.05). However, there was no difference in the mean MVD between the two age groups (≤ 50 years vs. 〉 50 years) or the two tumor diameter groups (〈 2 cm vs. 〉 2 cm), P 〉 0.05. Conclusion Overexpression of VEGF and MVD may be important biological.markers for invasion and lymph node and distant metastases of invasive breast cancer. Combined detection of the two tumor markers could provide better prognostic monitoring for disease recurrence and metastasis, as well as aid with clinical staging of breast tumors. Prediction of the risk for metastasis and recurrence, as well as recurrence patterns based on VEGF and MVD post-surgery, could aid design of better follow-up regimens and appropriate treatment strategies for breast cancer patients.
文摘Objective To observe the efficacy of herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion for lumbar disc herniation(LDH)due to kidney deficiency and blood stasis and observe the influence of this method on lumbar functions and inflammatory factors in patients with this condition.Methods A total of 120 LDH patients who met the inclusion criteria were randomly divided into three groups,including a herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group,a flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group,and a Western medication group,with 40 patients in each group.The patients in the Western medication group were treated with diflunisal tablets,0.5 g per dose,2 doses a day.Those in the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group were treated with additional herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group at Back-Shu Points and Jiaji(EX-B2)Points once a day.Those in the flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group were treated with the same methods as in the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group,except that the herbal cake was replaced by a flour cake.All the patients were treated for 10 d.After treatment,the scores of the visual analog scale(VAS)and Japanese Orthopaedic Association(JOA)and the changes of the interleukin(IL)-6,tumor necrosis factor(TNF)-α,and substance P(SP)levels were observed,and the efficacy was evaluated.Results After treatment,the VAS score and the levels of IL-6,TNF-α,and SP were lower than those before treatment,and the JOA score was higher than that before treatment in the three groups,indicating intra-group statistical significance(P<0.05).The VAS score and the levels of IL-6,TNF-α,and SP of the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group were lower than those of the flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group and the Western medication group,while the JOA score of the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group was higher than that of the other two groups,indicating inter-group statistical significance(P<0.05).The total effective rate of the herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion group was 92.5%,higher than that of the flour cake-partitioned moxibustion group(80.0%)and the Western medication group(72.5%),indicating inter-group statistical significance(P<0.05).Conclusion On the basis of Western oral medication,additional herbal cake-partitioned moxibustion can alleviate the pain and improve the lumbar functions in patients with LDH due to kidney deficiency and blood stasis.The efficacy of the integrated method is better than that of either flour cake-partitioned moxibustion or Western medication alone,which may be related to the reduction of serum inflammatory factors.
文摘Objective To observe the efficacy of mild moxibustion combined with arthroscopic meniscal repair in the treatment of meniscal injury and to explore its action mechanism.Methods Ninety-eight patients with meniscal injury were divided into a surgery group and a moxibustion plus surgery group by the random number table method,with 49 cases in each group.Both groups received arthroscopic meniscal repair,and the moxibustion plus surgery group was treated with add-on mild moxibustion.The Lysholm score,visual analog scale(VAS)score,and mobility of the affected knee were measured before and after treatment,and transforming growth factor(TGF)-β1 and platelet-derived growth factor(PDGF)levels were measured in the fluid of the affected knee joint.The healing of the meniscus was recorded at a follow-up visit 3 months after the surgery.Results After treatment,the Lysholm score increased,the VAS score decreased in both groups,and the intra-group differences in both groups were statistically significant(P<0.05).The Lysholm score was higher in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group,and the VAS score was lower in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group.The differences between groups in both scores were statistically significant(P<0.05).The mobility of the affected knee joint increased in both groups(P<0.05),and it was greater in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group(P<0.05).When compared with pretreatment,the levels of TGF-β1 and PDGF in the fluid of the knee joint increased in both groups(P<0.05),and the levels of TGF-β1 and PDGF in the fluid of the affected knee joint were higher in the moxibustion plus surgery group than in the surgery group(P<0.05).The healing of the meniscus in the moxibustion plus surgery group was significantly better than that in the surgery group at the follow-up visit 3 months after the surgery(P<0.05).Conclusion The effect of mild moxibustion combined with arthroscopic meniscal repair is better than the surgery alone in improving knee function,relieving pain,increasing mobility of the affected knee,and promoting meniscal healing,which may be related to the up-regulation of TGF-β1 and PDGF levels in the fluid of knee joint.