Iridoschisis misdiagnosed as acute angle-closure glaucoma:a case report and literature review

We present the case of a patient with iridoschisis complicated with cataract,peripheral anterior synechiae(PAS),secondary glaucoma,and corneal endothelial damage.The patient was initially misdiagnosed with acute angle-closure glaucoma.Iridoschisis is a rare condition characterized by the splitting of the iris into two layers:the anterior layer breaks down into fibers,floating freely in the anterior chamber with a“shredded wheat”appearance.

Micropulse transscleral laser therapy for secondary angle-closure glaucoma in nanophthalmos: a case report

Dear Editor,The choice of surgical intervention for nanophthalmos patients with secondary angle-closure glaucoma poses a challenging decision for ophthalmologists.Because nanophthalmos patients who have undergone filtration surgery or other intraocular procedures are more susceptible to severe complications,including choroidal effusion,malignant glaucoma,and explosive choroidal hemorrhage,all of which can lead to vision loss[1].This dilemma is particularly pronounced in patients with shorter axial lengths.Micropulse transscleral laser therapy(M-TLT),also known as micropulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation(MP-TSCPC),is a nonincisional laser therapy surgery for glaucoma[2].In 2015,Golan and Kurtz[3]were the first to report four patients with secondary angle-closure glaucoma in nanophthalmos with axial lengths ranging between 17 and 19 mm(mean 18 mm)who were successfully treated with M-TLT,and choroidal detachment was observed in all patients(recovery spontaneously in two patients and recovery after systemic steroid treatment in the other two),of which two had a slight decrease in visual acuity.

Intraocular pressure and gonioscopic findings in primary angle-closure disease in India—a big data study

AIM:To describe the gonioscopic profile and intraocular pressure(IOP)in primary angle-closure(PAC)disease in patients presenting to a tertiary eye care network in India.METHODS:A cross-sectional hospital-based study that included 31484 new patients presenting between 2011 and 2021.Patients with a clinical diagnosis of PAC/suspect/glaucoma were included.The data was collected from an electronic medical record system.RESULTS:PAC glaucoma(PACG)(47.55%)was the most common diagnosis followed by PAC(39.49%)and PAC suspect(PACS;12.96%).Female preponderance(54.6%)was noted with higher mean age at presentation among males(P<0.0001).PACS and PAC showed the highest prevalence in 6th decade but PACG was higher at 7th decade.The probability of angle opening was 95.93%,90.32%and 63.36%in PACS,PAC and PACG eyes respectively post peripheral iridotomy(PI).Plateau iris syndrome(PIS)was noted in 252 eyes and all showed post dilated rise of IOP.A post dilated IOP rise was also noted with 8.86%,33.95%and 57.19%eyes with PACS,PAC and PACG respectively with IOP rise between 6-8 mm Hg across the disease spectrum.CONCLUSION:The superior quadrant is the narrowest angle and difficult to open with indentation and post PI.The probability of angle opening is less in PIS especially the complete variety along with post dilated IOP rise.The post dilated IOP rise in angle closure eyes warrants a careful dilatation,especially with PIS.

Production induced fracture closure of deep shale gas well under thermo-hydro-mechanical conditions

Deep shale gas reservoirs have geological characteristics of high temperature,high pressure,high stress,and inferior ability to pass through fluids.The multi-stage fractured horizontal well is the key to exploiting the deep shale gas reservoir.However,during the production process,the effectiveness of the hydraulic fracture network decreases with the closure of fractures,which accelerates the decline of shale gas production.In this paper,we addressed the problems of unclear fracture closure mechanisms and low accuracy of shale gas production prediction during deep shale gas production.Then we established the fluid—solid—heat coupled model coupling the deformation and fluid flow among the fracture surface,proppant and the shale matrix.When the fluid—solid—heat coupled model was applied to the fracture network,it was well solved by our numerical method named discontinuous discrete fracture method.Compared with the conventional discrete fracture method,the discontinuous discrete fracture method can describe the three-dimensional morphology of the fracture while considering the effect of the change of fracture surface permeation coefficient on the coupled fracture—matrix flow and describing the displacement discontinuity across the fracture.Numerical simulations revealed that the degree of fracture closure increases as the production time proceeds,and the degree of closure of the secondary fractures is higher than that of the primary fractures.Shale creep and proppant embedment both increase the degree of fracture closure.The reduction in fracture surface permeability due to proppant embedment reduces the rate of fluid transfer between matrix and fracture,which has often been overlooked in the past.However,it significantly impacts shale gas production,with calculations showing a 24.7%cumulative three-year yield reduction.This study is helpful to understand the mechanism of hydraulic fracture closure.Therefore,it provides the theoretical guidance for maintaining the long-term effectiveness of hydraulic fractures.

Closure Effect ofⅠ+ⅡMixed-mode Crack for EA4T Axle Steel

The crack-closure effect is a crucial factor that affects the crack growth rate and should be considered in simulation analysis and testing.A mixed-mode I+II loading fatigue crack growth test was performed using EA4T axle steel specimens.The variation of the plastic-induced crack closure(PICC)effect and the roughness-induced crack closure(RICC)effect during crack deflection in the mixed-mode is examined in this study.The results show that the load perpendicular to the crack propagation direction hinders the slip effect caused by the load parallel to the crack propagation direction under mixed-mode loading,and the crack deflection is an intuitive manifestation of the interaction between the PICC and RICC.The proportion of the RA value change on the crack side caused by contact friction was reduced by the interaction between PICC and RICC.The roughness of the crack surface before and after the crack deflection is different,and the spatial torsion crack surface is formed during the crack propagation process.With the increase of the crack length,the roughness of the fracture surface increases.During the crack deflection process,the PICC value fluctuates around 0.2,and the RICC value is increased to 0.15.

Acute primary angle closure during the Omicron outbreak

AIM:To investigate Omicron’s impact on clinical presentation of acute primary angle closure(APAC)in China.METHODS:A consecutive case series with historical controls was conducted at Shenzhen Eye Hospital,the largest specialized hospital in Shenzhen,China.Medical records from a two-month period during the Omicron pandemic(December 1,2022,to January 31,2023)were compared with records from two control groups(12/2018–1/2019 and 12/2021–1/2022)before pandemic.Patients with APAC were included,and the prevalence of APAC and demographic characteristics in Omicron-infected and noninfected patients were compared.RESULTS:Seventy-one(23.43%)out of 303 patients were diagnosed with APAC in the pandemic cohort,which was 2.98 and 2.61 times higher than that in control cohorts(7.87%in 2019,8.96%in 2022,P<0.001).The pandemic cohort has significantly higher Omicron-infected rate(78.87%vs 0 vs 0;P<0.001),lower proportion of glaucoma history(16.90%vs 42.86%vs 41.67%,P=0.005),higher surgical rate(95.77%vs 83.33%vs 78.57%,P=0.024),higher total medical costs and larger pupil diameter(5.63±0.15 vs 4.68±0.15 vs 4.69±0.22 mm,P<0.01).In 83%Omicron-infected patients,ocular symptoms appeared within 3d after systemic symptoms onset.In multivariate analysis,Omicron infection(P<0.001)was the only independent predictor of pupil diameter.CONCLUSION:In the Omicron epidemic in China,there is an increase of prevalence and severity of APAC,particularly focusing on the first 3d following infection.

Transcatheter Closure of Postoperative Residual Atrial or Ventricular Septal Shunts in Patients with Congenital Heart Disease

Background:Transcatheter closure(TCC)has emerged as the preferred treatment for selected congenital heart disease(CHD).While TCC offers benefits for patients with postoperative residual shunts,understanding its mid-and long-term efficacy and safety remains crucial.Objective:This study aims to assess the mid-and long-term safety and efficacy of TCC for patients with residual atrial or ventricular septal shunts following CHD correction.Methods:In this consecutive retrospective study,we enrolled 35 patients with residual shunt who underwent TCC or surgical repair of CHD between June 2011 to October 2022.TCC candidacy was determined based on established criteria.Echocardiography and electrocardiogram were conducted during the perioperative period and continued as part of long-term follow-up.Results:Among the patients,5(14.3%)exhibited interatrial shunt-ing,while 30(85.7%)had interventricular shunting.TCC was successfully implemented in 33 of 35 patients,with exceptions in two cases of post-ventricular septal defect repair due to anatomical challenges involving the shape and aortic angulation.This resulted in a TCC success rate of 94.3%.Trace residual shunt was detected in two interventricular shunting cases and a mild residual shunt in one interventricular shunting case;all resolved by the three-month follow-up after TCC.Minor complications included one hematoma at the puncture site and one transient junctional rhythm during the perioperative period.During a median follow-up of 73 months,there were no instances of residual shunt,device embolization,occluder displacement,valve insufficiency,malignant arrhythmia,infective endocarditis,death,or other serious complications.Conclusion:TCC is an effective and safe therapy for patients with residual atrial or ventricular septal shunts following CHD correction.Thesefindings support the consideration of TCC as the preferred treatment option for appropriate patient populations.

Clinical efficacy of endovascular revascularization combined with vacuum-assisted closure for the treatment of diabetic foot

BACKGROUND The diabetic foot is a common cause of disability and death,and comorbid foot infections usually lead to prolonged hospitalization,high healthcare costs,and a significant increase in amputation rates.And most diabetic foot trauma is complicated by lower extremity arteriopathy,which becomes an independent risk factor for major amputation in diabetic foot patients.AIM To establish the efficacy and safety of endovascular revascularization(ER)combined with vacuum-assisted closure(VAC)for the treatment of diabetic foot.METHODS Clinical data were collected from 40 patients with diabetic foot admitted to the Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University from April 2018 to April 2022.Diabetic foot lesions were graded according to Wagner’s classification,and blood flow to the lower extremity was evaluated using the ankle-brachial index test and computerized tomography angiography of the lower extremity arteries.Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion pumps were used to achieve glycemic control.Lower limb revascularization was facilitated by percutaneous transluminal balloon angioplasty(BA)or stenting.Wounds were cleaned by nibbling debridement.Wound granulation tissue growth was induced by VAC,and wound repair was performed by skin grafting or skin flap transplantation.RESULTS Of the 35 cases treated with lower limb revascularization,34 were successful with a revascularization success rate of 97%.Of these,6 cases underwent stenting after BA of the superficial femoral artery,and 1 received popliteal artery stent implantation.In the 25 cases treated with infrapopliteal artery revascularization,39 arteries were reconstructed,7 of which were treated by drug-coated BA and the remaining 32 with plain old BA.VAC was performed in 32 wounds.Twenty-four cases of skin grafting and 2 cases of skin flap transplantation were performed.Two patients underwent major amputations,whereas 17 had minor amputations,accounting for a success limb salvage rate of 95%.CONCLUSION ER in combination with VAC is a safe and effective treatment for diabetic foot that can significantly improve limb salvage rates.The use of VAC after ER simplifies and facilitates wound repair.

Impact of Atrial Septal Defect Closure on Mortality in Older Patients

Background:Atrial septal defect(ASD)is a common form of adult congenital heart disease that can lead to long-term adverse outcomes if left untreated.Early closure of ASD has been associated with excellent outcomes and lower complication rates.However,there is limited evidence regarding the prognosis of ASD closure in older adults.This study aims to evaluate the mortality rates in older ASD patients with and without closure.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted on patients aged 40 years or older with ASD between 2001 and 2017.Patients were followed up to assess all-cause mortality.Univariable and multivariable analyses were performed to identify the predictors of mortality.A p-value of<0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results:The cohort consisted of 450 patients(mean age 56.6±10.4 years,77.3%female),with 66%aged between 40 and 60 years,and 34%over 60 years.Within the cohort,299 underwent ASD closure(201 with transcatheter and 98 with surgical closure).During the median follow-up duration of 7.9 years,51 patients died.The unadjusted cumulative 10-year rate of mortality was 3%in patients with ASD closure,and 28%in patients without ASD closure(log-rank p<0.001).Multivariable analysis revealed that age(hazard ratio[HR]1.04,95%confidence interval[CI]1.006–1.06,p=0.01),NYHA class(HR 2.75,95%CI 1.63–4.62,p<0.001),blood urea nitrogen(BUN)(HR 1.07,95%CI 1.03–1.12,p<0.001),right ventricular systolic pressure(RVSP)(HR 1.07,95%CI 1.003–1.04,p=0.01),and lack of ASD closure(HR 15.12,95%CI 5.63–40.59,p<0.001)were independently associated with mortality.Conclusion:ASD closure demonstrated favorable outcomes in older patients.Age,NYHA class,BUN,RVSP,and lack of ASD closure were identified as independent factors linked to mortality in this population.

Early postoperative complications after transverse colostomy closure,a retrospective study

BACKGROUND Ostomy is a common surgery usually performed to protect patients from clinical symptoms caused by distal anastomotic leakage after colorectal cancer(CRC)surgery and perforation or to relieve intestinal obstruction.AIM To analyze the complications after transverse colostomy closure.METHODS Patients who underwent transverse colostomy closure from Jan 2015 to Jan 2022 were retrospectively enrolled in a single clinical center.The differences between the complication group and the no complication group were compared.Logistic regression analyses were conducted to find independent factors for overall complications or incision infection.RESULTS A total of 102 patients who underwent transverse colostomy closure were enrolled in the current study.Seventy(68.6%)patients underwent transverse colostomy because of CRC related causes.Postoperative complications occurred in 30(29.4%)patients and the most frequent complication occurring after transverse colostomy closure was incision infection(46.7%).The complication group had longer hospital stays(P<0.01).However,no potential risk factors were identified for overall complications and incision infection.CONCLUSION The most frequent complication occurring after transverse colostomy closure surgery in our center was incision infection.The operation time,interval from transverse colostomy to reversal,and method of anastomosis might have no impact on the postoperative complications.Surgeons should pay more attention to aseptic techniques.

Colon perforation with severe peritonitis caused by erotic toy insertion and treated using vacuum-assisted closure:A case report

BACKGROUND Colorectal foreign bodies are commonly encountered during surgery.They are frequently observed in men 20 to 90 years of age and have bimodal age distribution.Surgical management is necessary for cases of rectal perforation.However,surgical site infections are the most common complications after colorectal surgery.CASE SUMMARY We discuss a case of rectal perforation in a patient who presented to our hospital 2 d after its occurrence.The perforation occurred as a result of the patient inserting a sex toy in his rectum.Severe peritonitis was attributable to delayed presentation.CONCLUSION Vacuum-assisted closure was performed to treat the wound,which healed well after therapy.No complications were noted.

Micro-power negative pressure wound technique reduces risk of incision infection following loop ileostomy closure

BACKGROUND Prophylactic loop ileostomy is an effective way to reduce the clinical severity of anastomotic leakage following radical resection of rectal cancer.Incisional surgical site infection(SSI)is a common complication after ileostomy closure.AIM To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the micro-power negative pressure wound technique(MPNPWT)in preventing incisional SSI.METHODS This was a prospective,randomized controlled clinical trial conducted at a single center.A total of 101 consecutive patients who underwent ileostomy closure after rectal cancer surgery with a prophylactic ileostomy were enrolled from January 2019 to December 2021.Patients were randomly allocated into an MPNPWT group and a control group.The MPNPWT group underwent intermittent suturing of the surgical incision with 2-0 Prolene and was covered with a micro-power negative pressure dressing.The surgical outcomes were compared between the MPNPWT(n=50)and control(n=51)groups.Risk factors for incisional SSI were identified using logistic regression.RESULTS There were no differences in baseline characteristics between the MPNPWT(n=50)and control groups(n=51).The incisional SSI rate was significantly higher in the control group than in the MPNPWT group(15.7%vs 2.0%,P=0.031).However,MPNPWT did not affect other surgical outcomes,including intra-abdominal complications,operative time,and blood loss.Postoperative hospital stay length and hospitalization costs did not differ significantly between the two groups(P=0.069 and 0.843,respectively).None of the patients experienced adverse effects of MPNPWT,including skin allergy,dermatitis,and pain.MPNPWT also helped heal the infected incision.Our study indicated that MPNPWT was an independent protective factor[odds ratio(OR)=0.005,P=0.025)]and diabetes was a risk factor(OR=26.575,P=0.029)for incisional SSI.CONCLUSION MPNPWT is an effective and safe way to prevent incisional SSI after loop ileostomy closure.

Endoscopic vacuum assisted closure therapy for esophagopericardial fistula in a 16-year-old male:A case report

BACKGROUND Esophagopericardial fistula(EPF)is a rare,life-threatening condition with limited scientific literature and no established management guidelines.This case report highlights a successful multidisciplinary approach and the innovative use of endoscopic vacuum assisted closure(endoVAC)therapy in treating this complex condition.CASE SUMMARY A 16-year-old male with a history of esophageal atresia and colon interposition presented with progressive chest pain,fever,and dyspnea.Imaging revealed an EPF with associated pleural and pericardial effusions.Initial management with an esophageal stent failed,prompting the use of an endoVAC system.The patient underwent multiple endoVAC device changes and received broad-spectrum antibiotics and nutritional support.The fistula successfully closed,and the patient recovered,demonstrating no new symptoms at a 6-month follow-up.CONCLUSION EndoVAC therapy can effectively manage EPF,providing a minimally invasive treatment option.

Early clinical outcomes of two regimens of prophylactic antibiotics in cardiac surgical patients with delayed sternal closure

BACKGROUND Delayed sternal closure(DSC)can be a lifesaving approach for certain patients who have undergone cardiac surgery.The value of the type of prophylactic antibiotics in DSC is still debatable.AIM To investigate clinical outcomes of different prophylactic antibiotic regimens in patients who had DSC after cardiac surgery.METHODS This was a retrospective observational single-center study.Fifty-three consecutive patients who underwent cardiac surgery and had an indication for DSC were included.Patients were subjected to two regimens of antibiotics:Narrow-spectrum and broad-spectrum regimens.RESULTS The main outcome measures were length of hospital and intensive care unit(ICU)stay,duration of mechanical ventilation,and mortality.Of the 53 patients,12(22.6%)received narrow-spectrum antibiotics,and 41(77.4%)received broad-spectrum antibiotics.The mean age was 59.0±12.1 years,without significant differences between the groups.The mean duration of antibiotic use was significantly longer in the broad-spectrum than the narrowspectrum group(11.9±8.7 vs 3.4±2.0 d,P<0.001).The median duration of open chest was 3.0(2.0-5.0)d for all patients,with no difference between groups(P=0.146).The median duration of mechanical ventilation was significantly longer in the broad-spectrum group[60.0(Δinterquartile range(IQR)170.0)h vs 50.0(ΔIQR 113.0)h,P=0.047].Similarly,the median length of stay for both ICU and hospital were significantly longer in the broadspectrum group[7.5(ΔIQR 10.0)d vs 5.0(ΔIQR 5.0)d,P=0.008]and[27.0(ΔIQR 30.0)d vs 19.0(ΔIQR 21.0)d,P=0.031].Five(9.8%)patients were readmitted to the ICU and 18(34.6%)patients died without a difference between groups.CONCLUSION Prophylactic broad-spectrum antibiotics did not improve clinical outcomes in patients with DSC post-cardiac surgery but was associated with longer ventilation duration,length of ICU and hospital stays vs narrow-spectrum antibiotics.

Clinical Value of Echocardiographic Screening and Dynamic Observations for Ductus Arteriosus Closure in Newborns

Objective:To explore and analyze the clinical value of echocardiography screening and dynamic observation for ductus arteriosus closure in newborns.Methods:The study was conducted from August 2022 to December 2023.500 newborns who were admitted to our hospital were selected as research subjects for this study(Kunming Tongren Hospital).All subjects underwent echocardiography to determine the severity of patent ductus arteriosus(PDA).The inner diameter of the pulmonary artery was measured,and the pulmonary artery pressure was estimated through tricuspid regurgitation.If the patient had high pulmonary artery pressure,elective closure surgery was performed.Results:Among the 500 subjects,448 cases of ductus arteriosus closure and 52 cases of PDA were detected by echocardiography,including 23 cases of simple PDA,15 cases with patent foramen ovale,11 cases with atrial septal defect,1 case with muscular ventricular septal defect,1 case with tricuspid valve prolapse,and 1 case with tricuspid valve chordae tendineae rupture.After symptomatic treatment and intervention,their echocardiogram results were reviewed and no abnormalities were found.All measurement results of children with PDA combined with pulmonary hypertension were better than before treatment(P<0.05).Conclusion:Echocardiography is a fast,accurate,and reliable non-invasive imaging examination technology.It can significantly improve congenital heart disease detection rate in infants and young children.Early intervention based on the examination results can dramatically improve the quality of life of infants and young children with PDA.

Efficacy of Combined Phacoemulsification and Goniosynechialysis in the Treatment of Patients with Primary Angle Closure Disease and Concomitant Cataract at Preah Ang Duong Hospital in Cambodia

Background: Goniosynechialysis is a surgical procedure that has been shown to slow the progression of glaucoma in oriental eyes with chronic angle closure glaucoma. This procedure was successful in 80% of cases, and the peripheral anterior syenchiae did not exist until one year later. Nonetheless, there is little evidence of its efficacy in our context. Our study aims to investigate the efficacy of goniosynechialysis during phacoemulsification in patients with primary angle closure disease and concomitant cataract. Methods: This was an observational, prospective study. The intra-ocular pressure, need for anti-glaucoma drugs, visual acuity, the extent of synechiae, anterior chamber depth, surgical success rate, and other indicators were monitored for at least three months following surgery. Results: This study included 114 patients (118 eyes), 61 with chronic angle closure glaucoma (51.69%), 33 with primary angle closure (27.97%), and 24 with acute attack angle closure (20.34%), who were surgically treated with phacoemulsification and goniosynechialysis (Phaco-GSL). The mean intra-ocular pressure had significantly decreased three months after surgery (pre- vs post-op: 22.04 ± 10.86 vs 15.41 ± 6.06 mmHg, p-value p-value p-value p-value p-value Conclusion: Regardless of the type of glaucoma, combined phacoemulsification-goniosynechialysis is effective in lowering pressure, restoring vision, reducing the need for anti-glaucoma drugs, and preventing the synechial recurrence. Success was higher in eyes with less extensive synechiae. Phaco-GSL is safe and effective in the treatment of primary angle closure diseases with co-existing cataract.

血清β-catenin、E-cadherin水平与糖尿病肾病患者钙磷代谢、颈动脉钙化的关系

目的探讨血清E-钙黏蛋白(E-cadherin)、β-连环蛋白(β-catenin)水平与糖尿病肾病患者钙磷代谢、颈动脉钙化的关系。方法选择2019年5月至2022年11月该院收治的112例糖尿病肾病患者作为研究组,并根据双侧颈动脉彩超检查结果分为颈动脉钙化组(n=44)和非颈动脉钙化组(n=68),另选同期于该院接受体检的90例体检健康者为对照组。检测并比较各组血清E-cadherin、β-catenin及钙磷代谢水平,采用Pearson相关分析血清E-cadherin、β-catenin水平与糖尿病肾病患者钙磷代谢的关系,采用受试者工作特征(ROC)曲线评估血清E-cadherin、β-catenin对糖尿病肾病患者颈动脉钙化的预测价值,采用多因素Logistic回归分析糖尿病肾病患者颈动脉钙化的影响因素。结果研究组糖化血红蛋白、血磷、钙磷乘积、甲状旁腺激素(iPTH)、肌酐、碱性磷酸酶、β-catenin水平均高于对照组,E-cadherin水平低于对照组(P<0.05)。颈动脉钙化组血磷、血钙、钙磷乘积、iPTH、肌酐、碱性磷酸酶、β-catenin水平均高于非颈动脉钙化组,E-cadherin水平低于非颈动脉钙化组(P<0.001)。Pearson相关分析显示,糖尿病肾病患者血清E-cadherin与血磷、血钙、钙磷乘积、iPTH、肌酐、碱性磷酸酶均呈负相关(r=-0.453、-0.654、-0.365、-0.490、-0.411、-0.377,均P<0.05),血清β-catenin水平与血磷、血钙、钙磷乘积、iPTH、肌酐、碱性磷酸酶均呈正相关(r=0.444、0.345、0.421、0.398、0.651、0.622,均P<0.001)。ROC曲线分析显示,血清E-cadherin、β-catenin及二者联合预测糖尿病肾病颈动脉钙化的曲线下面积分别为0.844(95%CI 0.795~0.894)、0.853(95%CI 0.801~0.901)、0.901(95%CI 0.851~0.952)。多因素Logistic回归分析显示,血清E-cadherin(OR=3.789,95%CI 2.055~6.983)、β-catenin(OR=4.104,95%CI 1.795~9.385)、钙磷乘积(OR=2.998,95%CI 1.895~4.743)、iPTH(OR=2.713,95%CI 1.787~4.118)均是糖尿病肾病患者颈动脉钙化的影响因素(P<0.05)。结论糖尿病肾病患者β-catenin水平升高,E-cadherin水平降低,二者与患者钙磷代谢、颈动脉钙化密切相关,可作为评估糖尿病肾病患者颈动脉钙化的有效指标,同时二者联合对颈动脉钙化的预测价值更高。

组织中MMP-9、E-cadherin与子宫内膜样癌伴MELF浸润方式及肿瘤侵袭程度的关系

目的分析子宫内膜样癌组织中基质金属蛋白酶(matrix metalloproteinase,MMP)-9、E-钙黏蛋白(E-cadherin)与微囊性、伸长及碎片状(microcystic,elongation,and fragmentation,MELF)浸润方式及肿瘤侵袭程度之间的关系,探讨能够识别子宫内膜样癌伴MELF浸润的指标,抑制肿瘤侵袭能力。方法回顾性分析在河北北方学院附属第一医院接受手术治疗的112例子宫内膜样癌患者临床资料,全部患者均顺利完成改良根治性子宫切除术,并获得肿瘤标准,根据病理检查结果对112例患者进行分组,分为MELF组和N-MELF组。统计112例患者一般临床资料,血液检查项目包括肿瘤标志物,免疫组织化学检查项目包括组织中MMP-9、E-cadherin,根据检查结果,构建Logistic回归模型,分析组织中MMP-9、E-cadherin及相关指标与子宫内膜样癌MELF浸润方式及肿瘤侵袭程度的关系。结果研究中112例子宫内膜样癌患者,评估为MELF浸润患者21例(18.75%);MELF浸润患者病理等级低级别,国际妇产科联盟(International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics,FIGO)ⅣA期,淋巴脉管间隙浸润(lymphatic vascular space,LVSI)、组织中MMP-9阳性患者占比多于N-MELF浸润患者,E-cadherin阳性患者占比少于N-MELF浸润患者,人附睾蛋白(humanepididymisprotein 4,HE4),甲壳质酶蛋白(human cartilageglycopmtein,YKL-40)水平高于N-MELF患者,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。多元Logistic回归分析提示,组织中E-cadherin表达率低、MMP-9表达率高,MELF浸润与子宫内膜样癌FIGO分期进展有关(P<0.05)。结论子宫内膜样癌发生MELF浸润与组织中MMP-9、E-cadherin有关,MMP-9表达率高和E-cadherin表达率低能够通过导致MELF浸润发生,从而增强肿瘤侵袭能力。

血清ESM-1、E-cad对ACI-LAA溶栓后HT的预测价值

目的 探讨血清内皮细胞特异性分子-1 (ESM-1)、E-钙黏连蛋白(E-cad)对大动脉粥样硬化型脑梗死(ACI-LAA)溶栓后出血转化(HT)的预测价值。方法 选取2020年1月至2022年12月新疆医科大学第一附属医院收治的110例ACI-LAA患者,根据是否发生HT分为HT组和non-HT组。对比两组基础资料及血清ESM-1、E-cad水平。采用ROC曲线分析ESM-1、E-cad预测ACI-LAA患者发生HT的价值。结果 HT组患者NIHSS评分高于non-HT组,梗死面积大于non-HT组(P <0.05),HT组患者血清ESM-1、E-cad水平也高于non-HT组(P<0.05)。Logistic回归分析显示,梗死面积大、NIHSS评分高、血清ESM-1和E-cad水平升高是ACI-LAA患者发生HT的危险因素(P<0.05)。ESM-1联合E-cad预测ACI-LAA患者发生HT的曲线下面积为0.859,预测灵敏度为84.6%,特异度为72.6%。结论 血清ESM-1和E-cad水平与ACI-LAA患者HT密切相关,可作为早期预测发生HT的参考指标。

MMP25和E-cadherin在类风湿关节炎中的诊断价值

目的探讨基质金属蛋白酶25(Matrix metalloproteinase 25,MMP25)和E-钙黏蛋白(E-cadherin)对类风湿关节炎的诊断意义。方法选取2020年1月至2023年10月我院67例类风湿关节炎患者为实验组,同期50例健康体检人群为对照组;采用酶联免疫吸附试验(ELISA)检测二组血清中MMP25和E-cadherin蛋白水平。收集实验组患者ESR、CRP、CCP、RF、DAS28-ESR、DAS28-CRP指标,以及是否为初诊、是否合并并发症(贫血、间质性肺炎等)、病程、临床活动度等级,并与MMP25和E-cadherin水平进行相关性分析。结果实验组血清MMP25和E-cadherin水平均高于对照组,差异均有统计学意义(P<0.001)。与ESR、CRP、CCP和RF等指标进行散点图和简单线性回归性分析,结果显示:不同临床活动度患者表达MMP25水平差异有统计学意义(P<0.001),MMP25与病程(β=0.479,P<0.001),MMP25与CRP(β=0.271,P<0.05),MMP25与DAS28-ESR(β=0.660,P<0.001)和MMP25与DAS28-CRP(β=0.624,P<0.001)均有相关性。不同临床活动度患者表达E-cadherin水平差异有统计学意义(P<0.001),E-cadherin与ESR(β=0.425,P<0.001),E-cadherin与CRP(β=0.328,P<0.05),E-cadherin与DAS28-ESR(β=0.746,P<0.001),E-cadherin与DAS28-CRP(β=0.671,P<0.001)均有相关性。多重线性回归分析结果显示,MMP25表达水平与临床活动度正相关(β=1.032,P<0.001),E-cadherin表达水平与临床活动度正相关(β=0.407,P<0.05)、与病程长短正相关(β=0.497,P<0.001)。结论MMP25和E-cadherin表达水平可以作为类风湿关节炎评估临床活动度的标志物,此外,E-cadherin表达水平也可以衡量患者病程长短。