A comparison of a patient-rated visual analogue scale with the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale for social anxiety disorder: A cross-sectional study

Introduction: The Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS), used to assess the severity of social anxiety disorder (SAD), requires considerable effort and time to complete. The aims of this study were: 1) to investigate whether a visual analogue scale (VAS) could be linear with the LSAS and substitute for the LSAS, 2) to relate such a VAS instrument to patient demographics. Methods: Fifty SAD patients were assessed using the LSAS and VAS instruments completed by both patients and doctors at the same session. We then drew distributions and calculated the Spearman’s ρ and κ coefficient values (divided at the median for each scale) between patient and doctor assessments. Next, each pair among the scores for the LSAS, the patient VAS and the doctor VAS was compared using Wilcoxon rank sum tests according to patient life profile data. Results: Scatter plots of pairs of scores were obtained. Spearman’s ρ was 0.661 between the LSAS and the patient VAS, 0.461 between the LSAS and the doctor VAS, and 0.494 between VAS scores of patients and doctors. The κ coefficients were 0.501 between the LSAS and patient VAS, 0.251 between the LSAS and doctor VAS, and 0.425 between patient VAS and doctor VAS (for all six, p < 0.001). The Wilcoxon rank sum tests indicated a significant difference between the groups with/ without “employment” (LSAS, patient/doctor VAS), with/without “graduation from junior college/university” (doctor VAS) (p < 0.05) and with/without marital history (the age of first consultation) (p < 0.01). Conclusions: A patient VAS may substitute for the LSAS and offer the versatility necessary to capture patient states and life profiles.

Clinical therapeutic effect of self-prescribed Sanhanchushi Tongbi on lumbar disc herniation

BACKGROUND Lumbar disc herniation(LDH)commonly occurs during spinal surgery;LDH is on the increase in younger patients and is classified as"paralysis"and"back pain."Sanhanchushi Tongbi(SPST)is a customized prescription.It disperses cold,relieves pain,removes cold from the meridians and viscera,and treats neuropathic pain.However,few studies have investigated its mechanism of pain relief.AIM To observe the clinical therapeutic effects on LDH treated with self-prescribed SPST.METHODS A total of 211 patients with LDH syndrome were divided into two groups:107 patients in the control group were treated with conventional massage combined with traction,and 104 patients in the observation group were treated with a combination of the control regimen and self-prescribed oral SPST.The patients were treated for 4 wk.Indices of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)syndrome score and serum inflammatory factor levels were measured.RESULTS After therapy,the TCM syndrome score in the observation group was significantly lower than that in the control group(P<0.05).The main symptoms,clinical signs,daily activities,and Japanese Orthopedic Association scores in the observation group were significantly higher than those in the control group after therapy(P<0.05).The levels of tumor necrosis factor-α,interleukin-6,and C-reactive protein were lower in the observation group than in the control group(P<0.05).In the observation group,superoxide dismutase levels were significantly higher,whereas malondialdehyde levels were significantly lower,compared with the control group(P<0.05).The overall efficacy rate in the observation group was 96.15%,which was substantially higher than that in the control group(88.79%;P<0.05).CONCLUSION Self-prescribed SPST can reduce the levels of inflammatory and pain-causing factors as well as lumbar pain in patients with LDH.

Population Pharmacokinetic Pharmacodynamic Modeling of Caffeine Using Visual Analogue Scales

Caffeine is a commonly ingested psychoactive substance which affects alertness and cognition. A clinical study was conducted to determine the effect of orally ingested caffeine on visual analogue scale (VAS) responses in healthy, moderate caffeine-consuming volunteers through the use of population pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic (PK-PD) modeling. Twelve subjects were recruited for a three-period cross-over study which utilized caffeine containing beverages. Each visit included 8-hour blood plasma and VAS response collection for PK and PD assessment respectively. The VAS used in the study, also called the caffeine analog scale, has been previously validated for caffeine. Population PK-PD modeling was conducted with NONMEM 7.2. Simultaneous and sequential modeling of PK-PD was attempted. Final model selection was based on parameter estimate precision, diagnostic plots, and visual predictive check (VPC) plots. Results showed that a one-compartment open model with first-order absorption and elimination best described the pharmacokinetics of caffeine. Sequential PK-PD modeling was successful and an effect compartment model with linear slope and baseline parameter best described caffeine pharmacodynamics. Diagnostic plots showed no major bias and VPC plots showed agreement between observations and predictions. The model was able to link VAS responses to caffeine concentration in healthy volunteers and may be useful in clinical trial simulations and design.

Comparative study of the clinical efficacy of all-inside and traditional techniques in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

BACKGROUND Many studies have focused on the femoral tunnel technique and fixation method,but few studies have involved the tibial tunnel technique and fixation method.The all-inside technique is one of the new techniques that has been described in recent years.All-inside anterior cruciate ligament(ACL)reconstruction is based on a tibial socket instead of a full tunnel.This method has many potential advantages.AIM To compare clinical outcomes of knee ACL autograft reconstruction using allinside quadrupled semitendinosus(AIST)and traditional hamstring tendon(TBT)techniques.METHODS From January 2017 to October 2019,the clinical data of 80 patients with ACL reconstruction were retrospectively analyzed,including 67 males and 13 females.The patients had an average age of 24.3±3.1 years(age range:18-33 years).The AIST technique was used in 42 patients and the TBT technique was used in 38 patients.The time between operation and injury,operative duration,postoperative visual analogue scale(VAS)score and knee functional recovery were recorded and compared between the two groups.The International Knee Documentation Committee(IKDC)and Lysholm scoring system were used to comprehensively evaluate clinical efficacy.RESULTS Eighty patients were followed for 24-36 mo,with an average follow-up duration of 27.5±1.8 mo.There were no significant differences in the time between surgery and injury,operative duration,IKDC and Lysholm scores of the affected knee at the last follow-up evaluation between the two groups.There were significant differences in VAS scores 1 d,3 d,7 d,2 wk and 1 mo after surgery(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in VAS score at 3 mo,6 mo and 1 year after operation.CONCLUSION The efficacy of the AIST ACL reconstruction technique was comparable to the TBT technique,but the postoperative pain was less with the AIST technique.Thus,the AIST technique is an ideal treatment choice for ACL reconstruction.

Arabic Version of the Modified Constant Murley Score

Objectives: “Patient-reported outcome measures” has been used extensively, and it has shown the diseases’ impact on patient quality of life and has enabled the clinician to evaluate the clinical care efficacy. In the literature, there are more than 34 shoulder function assessment scoring instruments;the Modified Constant Murley Score (M-CMS) is one of the most popular scores. Although, the M-CMS had been translated and culturally adapted to Danish, Brazilian and Turkish versions, there is no Arabic version found in the literature. We aim to translate and culturally adapt M-CMS into the Arabic language. Method: The M-CMS was translated using previously published guidelines. The translation and cultural adaptation were done in five stages, initial translation by two bilingual translators then a synthesis of the translations after that, back translation by two native English speakers. Then an expert committee meeting approved the pre-final Arabic version. Finally, a pilot test was conducted on 41 patients to ensure its validity. Results: The M-CMS was successfully translated from the original English version to the Arabic version;no difficulties in the translation process were faced. Conclusion: A validated Arabic version of the M-CMS was produced and ready to be used for functional assessment of different shoulder pathologies in Arabic-speaking countries. Future study is needed for translation and cultural adaptation of the English standardized test protocol to assure the reproducibility of the Arabic version of the M-CMS.

Pain Efficacy of a Home-Based Low-Intensity Continuous Ultrasound Stimulator for Knee Arthritis: A Single-Arm, Open-Label, Prospective Clinical Trial

1) Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is defined as a degenerative joint disease that mainly affects the bone. This study aims to evaluate the effect of low-intensity continuous ultrasound (LICUS) treatment on the knee of osteoarthritis patients through home-based intervention using the LICUS medical device. 2) Methods: The clinical trials were designed in a single-arm, open-label, and intervention study. Thirty-five participants, including those who dropped out (12%), were screened and enrolled. The patients received LICUS (1.1 MHz, 1.5 W/cm2, collimated beams) on the knee by the instructions of the investigator at home (5 min/session, 3 times/day, for four-weeks). Outcome measures were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) as a primary endpoint and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) as a secondary endpoint to evaluate pain relief and functional recovery of the knee between pre-treatment (baseline) and post-treatment (four-weeks). 3) Results: Knee pain scores measured using the VAS and WOMAC indices were significantly reduced after a four-week treatment with LICUS compared to baseline. Knee stiffness and functional capacity were significantly reduced after the LICUS application. In addition, there were no reports of adverse effects during the study period. 4) Conclusion: Long-term and home-based application of LICUS can be recommended as an alternative option for the treatment of OA patients, as evidenced by the effect of pain relief and knee function recovery.

Therapeutic efficacy of acupuncture combined with neuromuscular joint facilitation in treatment of hemiplegic shoulder pain

BACKGROUND Stroke is a type of cerebrovascular disease with high prevalence,mortality,and onset of disability.As a neurodevelopmental therapy,neuromuscular joint facilitation(NJF)is widely used in the treatment of orthopedic and neurological disorders in the clinical practice.It is mainly used for central nervous system diseases or orthopedic diseases,movement disorders,and pain rehabilitation.According to related studies,NJF can also be used as a rehabilitation treatment in patients with hemiplegic shoulder pain(HSP).AIM To investigate the clinical efficacy of acupuncture combined with NJF in patients with HSP.METHODS Forty patients with HSP were randomly divided into a treatment group and a control group.The treatment group was treated with acupuncture combined with NJF and the control group was treated with acupuncture alone.All patients were assessed by using the visual analogue scale(VAS),Fugl-Meyer assessment(FMA),Barthel index(BI),and passive range of motion(PROM)before and after the training.All the clinical data were analyzed using SPSS 20.0 statistical software.RESULTS There was no statistical difference in the general characteristics between the two groups.In the terms of duration of treatment,age,and pre-treatment indicators,the two groups were comparable(P>0.05).After the treatment,VAS,PROM,BI,and FMA scores were significantly improved in the two groups of patients(P<0.05).The VAS,PROM and FMA scores were significantly higher in the treatment group than in the control group(P<0.05).However,there was no significant difference in BI scores between the two groups(P>0.05).CONCLUSION Both acupuncture alone and acupuncture combined with NJF in the treatment of HSP are effective,and can improve the clinical symptoms of patients.Acupuncture combined with NJF can improve the upper limb motor function,relieve pain,and increase joint mobility in patients with HSP.The combination therapy is better than acupuncture alone.However,there is no significant difference in improving the score of patients’self-care ability.

Quantification of the Pain and Physical Burden Experienced during Positioning for Craniocaudal Imaging in Mammography, Evaluated by Measurement of Muscle Activity

Mammography is carried out in a special position, i.e. “an image is taken while the breast is compressed, stretched and kept in a fixed position”. The purpose of this study was to demonstrate quantitatively and qualitatively the physical and psychological burden due to positioning and breast compression during mammography. Muscle activity of each part of the body during positioning for the standard imaging method, to obtain craniocaudal (CC) view images, was measured in 15 adult females using surface EMG. The associated pain was analyzed using visual analogue scale (VAS) scores. During positioning for the CC view, muscle activity was highest in the biceps (24.44 iEMG/s) followed by the trapezius (17.78 iEMG/s) on the imaging side. Muscle activity of the biceps and the sternocleidomastoid on the imaging side showed significant differences compared with pre-imaging activity (biceps P < 0.031, sternocleidomastoid P < 0.005). The pain during mammography was rated as moderate to severe pain (VAS = 3.3 - 6.7) for CC views. As a result, the activities of not only the muscles directly involved in mammography positioning but also those indirectly involved were high as compared with the normal state. Measurement of muscle activity during mammography is expected to be used effectively, such as in the care to reduce pain for the subjects.

Role of narrow band ultra violet radiation as an add-on therapy in peritoneal dialysis patients with refractory uremic pruritus

AIM To assess the role of narrow band ultraviolet B(UVB) as a treatment option in peritoneal dialysis patients with refractory uremic pruritus.METHODS In this retrospective study, 29 adult patients with end stage renal failure on peritoneal dialysis, and who had refractory uremic pruritus, were given narrow band UVB radiation as an add-on therapy to standard care for a duration of 12 wk. The response to the pruritus was assessed both weekly and at the end of the study period using a visual analogue score(VAS).RESULTS The average VAS score at the end of the study was 3.14 ± 1.59, which was significant compared to the baseline value of 7.75 ± 1.02(P < 0.05). Improvements in symptoms were noted in 19 out of 21(90.4%) patients. However, relapse occurred in six out of the 19 patients who responded. The dropout rate was high during the study period(33.3%).CONCLUSION Narrow band UVB is effective as an add-on therapy in peritoneal dialysis patients with refractory uremic pruritus. However, the present regime is cumbersome and patient compliance is poor.

Psychological impact of chronic hepatitis C:Comparison with other stressful life events and chronic diseases

瞄准：检验长期的丙肝(CHC ) 的心理影响在 CHC 病人的一个大队的诊断作为与带威胁生活的复杂并发症的风险的另外的紧张的生活事件和慢性病相比。方法：有补偿 CHC 的 185 个门诊病人被问到自我等级，用 100 公里 visual 类似物规模(管) ，应力的度由听说 CHC 诊断和他们的疾病的察觉的严厉引起了。诊断相关的应力与四个另外的紧张的生活事件相比并且察觉了严厉与四另外的普通慢性病相比的 CHC。结果：听说 CHC 诊断被认为一个主要紧张的事件(mean+/-SD 分数：72+/-25 ) ，显著地爱一个的不到死亡(89+/-13， P【0.0001 ) 并且离婚(78+/-23， P【0.007 ) ，但是多于工作打发(68+/-30， P【0.04 ) 并且家移动(26+/-24， P【0.0001 ) 。CHC 被认为严重疾病(74+/-19 ) ，在爱滋病以后(94+/-08， P【0.001 ) 并且癌症(91+/-11， P【0.001 ) ，但是在糖尿病前(66+/-23， P【0.001 ) 并且高血压(62+/-20， P【0.001 ) 。察觉的 CHC 严厉不与肝疾病的实际严厉有关，根据 Metavir 纤维变性 20 估计了。在里面多变量分析，诊断相关的应力与察觉的疾病严厉(P【0.001 ) 有关，特点焦虑(P【0.001 ) 和通过输血(P【0.001 ) 的感染。结论：我们的结果显示出 CHC 的诊断代表的可观的心理、感情的负担，甚至当重要的肝疾病不在时。当宣布 CHC 的诊断以便减少它的否定效果时，他们应该被考虑。

The Effect of Humorous Stimuli on Alleviating Pain during Mammography: A Preliminary Study

Mammography is widely performed as a standardized procedure for breast cancer screening;however, women often feel some degree of pain during this procedure. Currently, there are limited options available for alleviating pain related to mammography. A non-medicinal approach to the alleviation of pain involves the effects of laughter on physical and psychological wellbeing. We therefore examined the possibility that humorous stimuli would alleviate the physical burden on women undergoing mammography. We assessed 29 women, 15 women received only conventional mammography (neutral group), while 14 women (humor group) watched a funny video during the same examination. The intensity of pain experienced during mammography was assessed by visual analogue scale (VAS) and the VAS results showed a statistically significant difference (P = 0.007) between the two groups, with the humor group experiencing less pain. In an additional experiment, 14 women in the humor group also underwent conventional mammography without exposure to the funny video and pain was assessed by VAS. We found that the pain experienced during conventional mammography without the funny video was significantly greater than the pain experienced during the same mammography but with the funny video (P = 0.047). These findings suggested the possibility of alleviating pain during mammography by humorous stimuli.

Efficacy of comprehensive rehabilitation therapy for checkrein deformity: A case report

BACKGROUND In clinical practice, checkrein deformity is usually found in patients with calf injuries after ankle fracture or distal tibial fracture. The patients with checkrein deformity mainly report distending pain in toe tips, pain when walking or wearing shoes, and gait instability. Previous studies have mainly reported surgical treatments for checkrein deformity, while few studies have reported using comprehensive rehabilitation alone to improve the checkrein deformity.CASE SUMMARY A 28-year-old woman was admitted to the hospital due to unstable gait caused by pain in the right hallux, for which she was unable to stretch for over three months. The patient had undergone "resection of ameloblastoma at the right mandible, mandibulectomy, and autogenous right fibula grafting". The patient’s hallux toe, as well as the second and third toes of the right foot could not be stretched, with pain in all the toes during walking. Based on the medical records of the patient, as well as the results of physical and auxiliary examinations, the main diagnosis was checkrein deformity in the right foot. Since the patient refused surgical treatment, rehabilitation was the only treatment option. At discharge, the patient reported evident improvement in the pain in the toes, gait stability, as well as increased ability to climb up and downstairs.CONCLUSION Comprehensive rehabilitation therapy could effectively alleviate the manifestations of checkrein deformity and improve the walking ability of the patients.

Comparing the Effectiveness of Motor Control Exercises versus Mckenzie Exercises for Work Related Back Pain

Background: Work related low back pain has been identified as a one of the most costly disorders among the worldwide working population. This condition was highly prevalent that approximately 85% patients having back pain were brought on by prolonged sitting. With the rapid development of modern technology, sitting has now become the most common posture in today’s work- place. Idea of using motor control learning approach provides the optimal control and coordination of the spine. The McKenzie evaluation was received using repeated movements and sustained positions. Therefore high quality randomized clinical trial was required to compare the effectiveness of these treatments for work related low back pain. Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of motor control exercises and McKenzie exercises in reducing pain and disability in work related low back pain. Method: The study included 40 subjects with work related low back pain due to prolonged sitting. They were randomly allocated into two groups (Group A and Group B). Group A was treated with motor control exercises and group B was treated with McKenzie exercises for 4 weeks. Results: Both the groups have shown statically significant improvement in vas with p < 0.0001 and ODI with p < 0.0001. When the comparison was done after the 4 weeks, the percentage of improvement in group A was much higher than Group B. Conclusion: The study concluded that motor control exercises have shown statically and clinically significant improvement in reducing pain and disability when compared to McKenzie exercises among work related low back pain subjects.

Effects of Chiropractic and Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treating Patients with Acute Postpartum Pubis Symphysis Pelvic Girdle Pain

[Objectives]To analyze and study the effects of chiropractic and traditional Chinese medicine on pain score and functional ambyiation category scale rating in patients with cervical spondylosis.[Methods]41 postpartum patients with acute pubic symphysis pelvic girdle pain were treated by Xiao Huoluodan Granules(orally taking one bag of Xiao Huoluodan Granules 20 g three times daily with 120-150 mL warm water after each meal),and combined with sacroiliac joint manipulation,muscle posture relaxation and muscle energy technique.[Results]After treatment,the pain score(VAS)was decreased and Holden walking function rating was improved(all P<0.001).[Conclusions]Chiropractic and traditional Chinese medicine therapy has a significant effect on the treatment of postpartum acute pubic symphysis pelvic girdle pain,and it can effectively relieve pain,improve postpartum quality of life and prevent postpartum complications.Due to its benefits,it is worthy of clinical promotion and application.

人工耳蜗植入对成人语后聋患者植入侧耳鸣的影响

目的 探究成人语后聋患者人工耳蜗植入术后植入侧耳鸣的变化,并分析其影响因素。方法 2017年1月~2021年12月于郑州大学第一附属医院耳科进行单侧人工耳蜗植入的47例成人语后聋伴耳鸣患者,分别于术前和术后开机6个月进行耳鸣问卷评估,评估材料为耳鸣障碍量表(tinnitus handicap inventory,THI)和视觉模拟量表(visual analogue scale,VAS),比较人工耳蜗植入术后患者耳鸣的变化,并分析其可能的影响因素。结果 47例患者人工耳蜗植入术前、术后开机6个月时THI评分别为36.94±13.337、14.48±12.726分,VAS评分分别为5.13±1.676、2.34±1.903分,术后评分均较术前降低,差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05);其中18例患者耳鸣完全消失,13例患者耳鸣减轻,14例患者耳鸣无变化,2例患者耳鸣加重,总体耳鸣有效率为66.0%(31/47);术前耳鸣病程与耳鸣严重程度对术后耳鸣预后有影响(P<0.05),术前耳鸣病程≤5年、中度及以上耳鸣组耳鸣有效率分别高于耳鸣病程>5年(P<0.05)、轻微及轻度耳鸣组(P<0.001)。结论 人工耳蜗植入对成年语后聋患者植入侧耳鸣具有抑制作用;术前耳鸣病程短、耳鸣程度重的患者术后耳鸣改善的可能性更大。

苏黄止咳胶囊联合盐酸西替利嗪片治疗感冒后咳嗽的效果

目的 探讨苏黄止咳胶囊联合盐酸西替利嗪片治疗感冒后咳嗽的效果。方法 选取2020年10月至2022年2月感冒后咳嗽患者90例,随机数字法分为3组,A组接受苏黄止咳胶囊治疗30例,B组接受盐酸西替利嗪片治疗30例,C组为上述药物联合应用治疗30例,对3组所得不同治疗结局进行分析。结果 3组治疗前咳嗽症状总评分、咳嗽视觉模拟评分、FeNO水平对比,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);C组治疗后咳嗽总评分、咳嗽视觉模拟评分,优于A、B组(P<0.05);A、B组治疗后咳嗽总评分、咳嗽视觉模拟评分对比,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);C组治疗后FeNO水平优于A、B组(P<0.05);A、B组治疗后FeNO水平对比,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);C组治疗有效率,高于A、B组(P<0.05);A、B组治疗有效率差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。A、B、C组治疗前EV1/FVC较治疗后显著偏低(P<0.05),组间EV1/FVC差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。结论 感冒后咳嗽患者,使用苏黄止咳胶囊与盐酸西替利嗪片治疗,可有效改善患者临床咳嗽症状,提高治疗有效率,临床价值较为明显。

炎症性肠病残疾视觉模拟评估量表的汉化及信效度检验

目的对炎症性肠病残疾视觉模拟评估量表(IBD Disk)进行汉化和跨文化调适,并在炎症性肠病(IBD)患者中检验其信效度。方法基于改良版Brislin翻译模型,通过正译、回译、小组讨论和跨文化调适对IBD Disk进行汉化和跨文化调适。2022年1—12月,采用便利抽样法抽取299例IBD患者进行调查,验证量表的信效度。结果中文版IBD Disk共包括10个条目,各条目决断值为4.79~15.68(均>3.00),且P<0.05,说明各条目鉴别度较高;量表总Cronbach′s α系数为0.88,重测信度为0.87,说明该量表可重复性良好;验证性因子分析结果显示,该量表拟合程度理想;Pearson相关分析结果显示,IBD Disk总分与炎症性肠病残疾指数量表(IBD-DI)总分呈显著正相关(r=0.81,P<0.001),提示IBD Disk与IBD-DI存在良好相关性。结论中文版IBD Disk具有良好的信效度,适合用作中国文化背景下的IBD患者残疾评估工具。

神经根沉降征四分法分型与腰椎管狭窄症严重程度、疼痛、最小硬膜囊横截面积的相关性

目的:分析神经根沉降征(NRS)四分法分型与腰椎管狭窄症(LSS)严重程度、视觉模拟疼痛量表(VAS)评分、最小硬膜囊横截面积(CSA)的相关性,探讨其对LSS的临床价值。方法:回顾性选择180例LSS患者作为研究对象,均行MRI横断面扫描;采用NRS四分法分型分为阳a型58例,阳b型55例,阳c型31型及阴型36例4组,比较4组最小硬膜囊CSA、VAS评分、Oswestry功能障碍指数(ODI)及腰椎管狭窄相关指标,分析NRS四分法分型与最小硬膜囊CSA、VAS评分、ODI的相关性。结果:4组最小硬膜囊CSA、VAS评分、ODI比较,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05)。最小硬膜囊CSA组间两两比较:阳a型、阳b型、阳c型均小于阴型,阳b型、阳c型均小于阳a型,阳c型小于阳b型,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05)。VAS评分、ODI组间两两比较:阳a型、阳b型、阳c型均大于阴型,阳b型、阳c型均大于阳a型,阳c型大于阳b型,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05)。各型椎管正中矢状径、侧隐窝矢状径差异均无统计学意义(均P>0.05)。NRS分型与VAS评分、ODI呈正相关(r=0.894,0.929;均P<0.001),与最小硬膜囊CSA呈负相关(r=-0.870,P<0.001)。结论:NRS四分法分型越高,LSS症状和狭窄程度越重,这对LSS的诊断和病情评估均有重要价值。

加巴喷丁联合短时程神经电刺激治疗头面部带状疱疹性神经痛的临床效果

目的观察加巴喷丁联合短时程神经电刺激治疗头面部带状疱疹性神经痛的效果和安全性。方法选取2019年8月—2023年1月广州医科大学附属第六医院收治的70例急性期或亚急性期带状疱疹性神经痛患者作为研究对象,随机分为对照组与观察组,各35例。对照组给予加巴喷丁治疗,观察组同样剂量加巴喷丁联合短时程神经电刺激,均治疗4周。于患者治疗前(T_(0))及治疗后1周(T_(1))、2周(T_(2))、4周(T_(3))、2个月(T_(4))、3个月(T_(5))、6个月(T_(6))比较视觉模拟评分(visual analogue scale,VAS)、睡眠质量评分、不良反应,对患者的临床疗效进行评估。结果2组治疗后不同时间点VAS评分均低于治疗前(P<0.001);且观察组治疗后不同时间点VAS评分低于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。2组治疗后不同时间点睡眠质量评分均高于治疗前(P<0.001);观察组治疗后相同时间点睡眠质量评分高于对照组,但差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。对照组不良反应总发生率为28.57%(10/35),观察组不良反应总发生率为5.71%(2/35),差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论加巴喷丁联合短时程神经电刺激治疗头面部带状疱疹性神经痛能减轻患者疼痛程度,改善睡眠质量且安全性高,总体疗效更优。

鼻黏膜不同炎症的临床表现及客观炎症指标的异同性研究

目的比较慢性鼻炎(CR)、慢性鼻窦炎伴鼻息肉(CRSwNP)和慢性鼻窦炎不伴鼻息肉(CRSsNP)患者在鼻部症状、生活质量评估和临床炎症指标表达方面异同。方法研究共纳入2017年1月~2018年12月在北京同仁医院鼻科就诊的154例连续患者,年龄18~70岁,其中男性106例,女性48例。根据入选标准,纳入患者分为CR组、CRSsNP组和CRSwNP组。患者于就诊当天进行鼻内镜、鼻呼出NO(nasal exhaled nitric oxide,nNO)、皮肤点刺试验、鼻窦CT和血常规检查,并在医师指导下对自身鼻部症状进行视觉模拟量表(VAS)评分,填写鼻腔鼻窦结局测试22条(SNOT-22)问卷。共43例CR患者,58例CRSsNP患者及53例CRSwNP患者入选本研究。结果CRSsNP组SNOT-22总分显著低于CR和CRSwNP组(30.0±19.4 vs.41.1±21.9,30.0±19.4 vs.40.9±18.7,P<0.05),CR组和CRSwNP组的SNOT-22总评分无统计学差异。CRSwNP组鼻部症状及鼻外症状平均得分最高;CRSsNP组得分较低;CR患者对睡眠的损害影响显著高于CRSsNP患者(9.9±6.2 vs.5.1±5.3,P<0.05),与CRSwNP组睡眠评分无显著差异(9.9±6.2 vs.7.1±5.7,P>0.05)。当患者合并过敏原阳性时,CR、CRSsNP和CRSwNP之间症状评分及SNOT-22评分之间无统计学差异;当过敏原阴性时,无论症状评分还是SNOT-22评分,三者之间均表现出明显的统计学差异。结论CR、CRSsNP和CRSwNP三种鼻黏膜炎症类型都对患者生活质量产生明显影响。就症状评分及生活质量评分而言,CR组和CRSwNP组相近且较CRSsNP组损害更明显。客观评价指标与症状和生活质量评分的变化趋势并不一致。