Characteristics of early gastric tumors with different differentiation and predictors of long-term outcomes after endoscopic submucosal dissection

BACKGROUND Gastric cancer is a common malignant tumor of the digestive tract,and endosco-pic submucosal dissection(ESD)is the preferred treatment for early-stage gastric cancer.The analysis of the epidemiological characteristics of gastric mucosal tumors with different differentiation degrees and the influencing factors of long-term ESD efficacy may have certain significance for revealing the development of gastric cancer and ESD.AIM To analyze the features of gastric mucosal tumors at different differentiation levels,and to explore the prognostic factors of ESD.METHODS We retrospectively studied 301 lesions in 285 patients at The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University from 2014 to 2021,according to the latest Japanese guidelines(sixth edition),and divided them into low-grade intrae-pithelial neoplasia(LGIN),high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia(HGIN),and computed tomography at 3,6 and 12 months after ESD.We compared clinicopathologic characteristics,ESD efficacy,and complications with different degrees of differentiation,and analyzed the related factors associated with ESD.RESULTS HGIN and differentiated carcinoma patients were significantly older compared with LGIN patients(P<0.001)and accounted for more 0-IIc(P<0.001),atrophic gastritis was common(P<0.001),and irregular microvascular patterns(IMVPs)and demarcation lines(DLs)were more obvious(P<0.001).There was more infiltration in the undifferentiated carcinoma tissue(P<0.001),more abnormal folds and poorer mucosal peristalsis(P<0.001),and more obvious IMVPs,irregular microsurface patterns and DLs(P<0.05)than in the LGIN and HGIN tissues.The disease-free survival rates at 2,5,and 8 years after ESD were 95.0%,90.1%,and 86.9%,respectively.Undifferen-tiated lesions(HR 5.066),white moss(HR 7.187),incomplete resection(HR 3.658),and multiple primary cancers(HR 2.462)were significantly associated with poor prognosis.CONCLUSION Differentiations of gastric mucosal tumors have different epidemiological and endoscopic characteristics,which are closely related to the safety and efficacy of ESD.

Clinical validation of the early embryo viability assessment system: Analysis for the blastocyst morphology and pregnancy outcomes

Objective:To determine the relationship between the early embryo viability assessment(EEVA)and blastocyst morphological parameters and pregnancy outcomes.Methods:This retrospective cohort study was conducted on 291 intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycles including 2522 embryos with indications of prolonging embryo culture to the blastocyst stage in the Genea embryo review incubator,and 511 single vitrified-warmed blastocyst transfer cycles from January 2020 to June 2023.The EEVA system produced an EEVA score from E1(best)to E5(worse)for the potential of blastocyst formation.Blastocyst morphology was evaluated.The association between the EEVA score and each type of blastocyst morphology,implantation rate,clinical pregnancy,and ongoing pregnancy were assessed using generalized estimating equations.Results:The inner cell mass A(ICM A),trophectoderm A(TE A),blastocoele expansion degree of 3,4,5,6,7 rates were higher with lower the EEVA score.The adjusted odd ratio(aOR)(E5 vs E1)was 0.3 for ICM A,0.174 for TE A and 0.210 for BL3,4,5,6,7(all P<0.001),suggesting a significant association between lower EEVA scores and improved embryo quality.The implantation,clinical pregnancy,and ongoing pregnancy rate were also higher with lower the EEVA score.The aOR of E5 vs E1 was 0.245 for implantation,0.185 for clinical pregnancy and 0.200 for ongoing pregnancy rate(P<0.001).Conclusions:There were associations between blastocyst morphology,pregnancy outcome and EEVA scores.The good blastocyst morphology and pregnancy outcomes are higher with lower the EEVA score.

Early screening for post-stroke depression and its effect on functional outcomes, quality of life, and mortality: A meta-analysis

BACKGROUND Post-stroke depression(PSD)is a common and debilitating condition affecting stroke survivors,significantly impacting their recovery and overall quality of life.AIM To assess the effects of early PSD screening on functional outcomes,quality of life,and mortality.METHODS From an initial pool of 1065 articles,6 studies met the inclusion criteria and were selected for analysis.Functional outcomes were measured using the functional independence measure(FIM).RESULTS The analysis revealed a significant improvement in FIM scores for a PSD scree-ning group compared to controls[standardized mean difference(SMD)=8.90,95%confidence interval(CI):4.65-13.15,P<0.01].Quality of life was assessed using the Stroke-Specific Quality of Life Scale,with the screening group showing significantly higher scores(SMD=20.83,95%CI:15.27-26.38,P<0.01).Mortality analysis indicated a reduction in five-year mortality rates for the PSD screening group.CONCLUSION Early PSD screening enhances functional recovery,improves quality of life,and reduces mortality rates in stroke survivors.Thus,integrating PSD screening into routine stroke care improves long-term outcomes for patients.

Long-term outcomes of endoscopic submucosal dissection for undifferentiated type early gastric cancer over 2 cm with R0 resection

BACKGROUND Endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD)for over 2 cm in size undifferentiated type(UD type)early gastric cancer(EGC)confined to the mucosa is not only challenging,but also long-term outcomes are not well known.AIM To evaluate the long-term outcomes of ESD done for UD type EGCs confined to the mucosa over 2 cm in size and compare the results with those where the lesions were less than 2 cm.METHODS 143 patients with UD type EGC confirmed on histology after ESD at a tertiary hospital were reviewed.Cases with synchronous and metachronous lesions and a case with emergency surgery after ESD were excluded.A total of 137 cases were enrolled.79 cases who underwent R0 resection were divided into 2 cm or less(group A)and over 2 cm(group B)in size.RESULTS Among 79 patients who underwent R0 resection,the number in group A and B were 51 and 28,respectively.The mean follow-up period(SD)was 79.71±45.42 months.There was a local recurrence in group A(1/51,2%)and group B(1/28,3.6%)respectively.This patient in group A underwent surgery while the patient in group B underwent repeated ESD with no further recurrences in both patients.There was no regional lymph node metastasis,distant metastasis,and deaths in both groups.With R0 resection strategy for ESD on lesions over 2 cm,20.4%(28/137)of patients were able to avoid surgery compared with expanded indication.CONCLUSION If R0 resection is achieved by ESD,UD type EGCs over 2 cm also showed good and similar clinical outcomes as compared to lesions less than 2 cm when followed for over 5 years.With R0 resection strategy,several patients can avoid surgery.

Early Treatment Outcome of Humeral Shaft Fracture Non-Union in Adults: Comparative Study of Plating versus Interlocking Nailing

Background: Fractures of humeral shaft in adults are common injuries. Humeral shafts non-union either from late presentation after initial treatment by traditional bone setters or failed non-operative orthodox care is a major problem in this part of the world. This non-union is a major treatment challenge with increased cost of care and morbidity in this part of the world. Humeral shaft non-union can be treated with locked intra-medullary nailing (LIMN) or dynamic compression plating (DCP). Study on comparison of these methods of fixation in this part of the world is scarce in literature search, hence the reason for this study. Objective: The objectives of this study are: (1) to compare early clinical outcome following fixation of humeral shaft fracture nonunion with DCP versus LIMN;(2) to compare the time of radiologic fracture union of DCP with LIMN;(3) to compare complications following fixation of humeral shaft fracture nonunion with DCP versus LIMN. Patients and Methods: This was a randomized control study done for 2 years in which fifty adult patients with humeral shaft non-union were recruited. The patients were grouped into 2 (P = DCP & N = LIMN). Forty five of the patients completed the follow up periods of the study and then analyzed. The P group had ORIF with DCP while the N group had ORIF with LIMN. Both groups had grafting with cancellous bones. Each patient was followed up for a period of 6 months at the time which radiographic union is expected. Any patient without clinical and/or radiographic evidence of union after six months of surgery was diagnosed as having recurrent non-union. The data generated was analyzed using SPSS Version 23. The results were presented in charts and tables. The paired t-test was used while considering p value Result: Forty five patients completed follow up. There was a male preponderance (4:1), right humerus predominated (3:2). Motor vehicular accidents were the commonest cause of the fractures (62%). Most non-union fractures occurred at the level of the middle 3rd of the humeral shaft (60%). Failed TBS treatment was the commonest indication for the osteosynthesis (71%). More patients had plating (53%) compared to 47% who had LIMN. Most patients (93.4%) had union between 3 to 6 months irrespective of fixation type with no significant statistical difference between the union rate of DCP and LIMN (p value 0.06) with similar functional outcome and complication rates irrespective of the type of fixation. Conclusion: This study showed that the success rates in term of fracture union, outcome functional grades and complication rates were not directly dependent on the types of the fixation: plating or locked intra-medullary nailing.

Outcomes of early hospital readmission after kidney transplantation: Perspectives from a Canadian transplant centre

BACKGROUND Early hospital readmissions(EHRs)after kidney transplantation range in incidence from 18%-47%and are important and substantial healthcare quality indicators.EHR can adversely impact clinical outcomes such as graft function and patient mortality as well as healthcare costs.EHRs have been extensively studied in American healthcare systems,but these associations have not been explored within a Canadian setting.Due to significant differences in the delivery of healthcare and patient outcomes,results from American studies cannot be readily applicable to Canadian populations.A better understanding of EHR can facilitate improved discharge planning and long-term outpatient management post kidney transplant.AIM To explore the burden of EHR on kidney transplant recipients(KTRs)and the Canadian healthcare system in a large transplant centre.METHODS This single centre cohort study included 1564 KTRs recruited from January 1,2009 to December 31,2017,with a 1-year follow-up.We defined EHR as hospitalizations within 30 d or 90 d of transplant discharge,excluding elective procedures.Multivariable Cox and linear regression models were used to examine EHR,late hospital readmissions(defined as hospitalizations within 31-365 d for 30-d EHR and within 91-365 d for 90-d EHR),and outcomes including graft function and patient mortality.RESULTS In this study,307(22.4%)and 394(29.6%)KTRs had 30-d and 90-d EHRs,respectively.Factors such as having previous cases of rejection,being transplanted in more recent years,having a longer duration of dialysis pretransplant,and having an expanded criteria donor were associated with EHR post-transplant.The cumulative probability of death censored graft failure,as well as total graft failure,was higher among the 90-d EHR group as compared to patients with no EHR.While multivariable models found no significant association between EHR and patient mortality,patients with EHR were at an increased risk of late hospital readmissions,poorer kidney function throughout the 1st year post-transplant,and higher hospital-based care costs within the 1st year of follow-up.CONCLUSION EHRs are associated with suboptimal outcomes after kidney transplant and increased financial burden on the healthcare system.The results warrant the need for effective strategies to reduce post-transplant EHR.

Effect of postoperative early enteral nutrition on clinical outcomes and immune function of cholangiocarcinoma patients with malignant obstructive jaundice

BACKGROUND Most cholangiocarcinoma patients with malignant obstructive jaundice(MOJ)have varying degrees of malnutrition and immunodeficiency preoperatively.Therefore,perioperative nutritional support has important clinical significance in the treatment of cholangiocarcinoma.AIM To investigate the effects of postoperative early enteral nutrition(EEN)on immunity function and clinical outcomes of cholangiocarcinoma patients with MOJ.METHODS This prospective clinical study included 60 cholangiocarcinoma patients with MOJ who underwent surgery.The patients were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group according to the nutrition support modes.The control group received postoperative total parenteral nutrition(TPN),whereas the experimental group received postoperative EEN and parenteral nutrition(PN;EEN+PN).The clinical outcomes,postoperative immune function,incidences of surgical site infection and bile leakage,intestinal function recovery time,average hospitalization days,and hospitalization expenses of the two groups were assessed on postoperative days(PODs)1,3,and 7.RESULTS The CD3+T,CD4+T,CD8+T,and CD4+T/CD8+T cell count and the immunoglobulin(Ig)G,IgM,and IgA levels in the EEN+PN group were significantly higher than those in the TPN group on PODs 3 and 7(P<0.05),whereas no significant differences in the CD3+T,CD4+T,CD8+T,and CD4+T/CD8+T cell counts and IgG,IgM,and IgA levels before operation and on POD 1 were found between the two groups(P>0.05).The intestinal function recovery time and postoperative hospital stay were shorter(P<0.001 for both)in the EEN+PN group than in the TPN group.The hospitalization expenses of the EEN+PN group were lower than those of the TPN group(P<0.001).However,the incidence of abdominal distension was higher than in the EEN+PN group than in the TPN group(P<0.05).The incidence rates of biliary leakage and surgical site infection were not significantly different between the two groups(P>0.05).CONCLUSION A postoperative EEN program could reduce the incidence of postoperative complications and improve the clinical outcomes and immune functions of cholangiocarcinoma patients with MOJ and is thus beneficial to patient recovery.

Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Extremely Premature Infants with Extremely Low and Very Low Birth Weight at Three Years of Age: A Retrospective Study

Introduction: The purpose of this retrospective study is to identify medical conditions impacting neurodevelopmental outcomes of extremely low birth weight and very low birth weight preterm infants at three years of age. Methods: Infants born in Banner Diamond Children’s University Medical Center, receiving services in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit, and attending Neonatal Developmental Follow-Up Clinic were identified. Participants received developmental assessment and follow-up from August 2012 through December 2018. Relevant clinical conditions during initial hospital stay and up to three years of age were obtained by reviewing medical and developmental records. Bayley Scales of Infant Toddler Development (Bayley III) was used to evaluate skill development at 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36 months. Results: Data analysis did not reveal significant p-values;it did demonstrate that some predictor variables impact neurodevelopmental outcomes in cognitive, language and motor skill development. Conclusion: This retrospective study reports significant association between birth weight and low cognitive scores. Correlations were also found between gestational age and Total Language, and the longer an infant stayed in the NICU, the poorer the Total Language Scaled Scores at 8 to 12 months, 15 to 18 months, and 24 to 36 months. Birth weight was found to be the greatest predictor of poor motor scores.

Advancing critical care recovery:The pivotal role of machine learning in early detection of intensive care unit-acquired weakness

This editorial explores the significant challenge of intensive care unit-acquiredweakness(ICU-AW),a prevalent condition affecting critically ill patients,characterizedby profound muscle weakness and complicating patient recovery.Highlightingthe paradox of modern medical advances,it emphasizes the urgent needfor early identification and intervention to mitigate ICU-AW's impact.Innovatively,the study by Wang et al is showcased for employing a multilayer perceptronneural network model,achieving high accuracy in predicting ICU-AWrisk.This advancement underscores the potential of neural network models inenhancing patient care but also calls for continued research to address limitationsand improve model applicability.The editorial advocates for the developmentand validation of sophisticated predictive tools,aiming for personalized carestrategies to reduce ICU-AW incidence and severity,ultimately improving patientoutcomes in critical care settings.

Outcome after endoscopic submucosal dissection for early gastric cancer in Korea

Endoscopic treatment,such as endoscopic mucosal resection(EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection(ESD),has been established as one of the treatment options for selected cases with early gastric cancer(EGC).Most studies on this topic have been carried out by researchers in Japan.Recently,the experience in EMR/ESD for EGC outside Japan is increasingly reported.In Korea,gastric cancer is the most common malignant disease,and the second leading cause of cancer death.Currently,EMR for EGC is widely performed in many centers in Korea.Early results with a shortterm follow-up period are very promising in Korea.Thecomplete resection rate of EMR was 37.8%-94.3%,and that of ESD was 77.4%-93.1%.In this review,we will provide an overview of the outcomes of endoscopic treatments in Korea.

Outcome of Early Neurological Rehabilitation Patients Colonized with Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) Producing Bacteria

Colonization with multidrug-resistant germs, in particular methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and extended-spectrum betalactamase producing bacteria (ESBL), is an emerging threat in early neurological rehabilitation. This study examined whether colonization with ESBL bacteria had deteriorating effects on neurological rehabilitation patients because of contact precautions (CP). Medical records have been carefully reviewed with respect to colonization with ESBL, outcome variables (functional independence), morbidity, and length of stay (LOS). 148/643 (23.0%) patients were ESBL positive on admission. ESBL carriers had a significantly longer LOS in early neurological rehabilitation (67.5 (42.0) vs. 25.8 (24.5), p < 0.001), worse functional status on admission (Barthel Index (BI) 13.0 (5.8) vs. 25.6 (24.1), p < 0.001), worse Glasgow Coma Scale (9.7 (3.8) vs. 12.0 (3.3), p < 0.001), worse Coma Remission Scale (9.5 (6.4) vs. 14.0 (6.8), p = 0.001), more codiagnoses (18.8 (5.1) vs. 13.3 (5.5), p < 0.001), and higher Patient Clinical Complexity Levels (PCCL). The outcome was significantly worse among ESBL positive patients (BI 28.2 (21.7) vs. 47.4 (31.0), p < 0.001;Early Rehabilitation Index -43.0 (51.7) vs. -26.0 (35.4), p < 0.001). ESBL patients had the same amount of therapy per day (136.2 (20.2) vs. 140.2 (18.7) min/day, n.s.), but the overall sum was significantly larger in the ESBL group due to longer LOS (p < 0.001). Mortality of both groups was comparable (3.8% vs. 4.1%). 54.3% of ESBL negative patients were discharged to home, but only 34.5% of ESBL colonized. 48% of ESBL positive patients were discharged to a nursing home, but only 25.1% of the ESBL free patients. Functional recovery of ESBL carriers undergoing neurological early rehabilitation is worse than that of patients without multidrug-resistant germs. Poorer outcome is not resulting from less therapy due to CP, but from functional status and higher morbidity on admission.

Early Functional Outcome of Posterior Spinal Decompression for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis at a Tertiary Health Institution, South East Nigeria

Background: Surgical treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis by posterior spinal decompression may be indicated if non-surgical management for the symptoms of low back and lower limbs radicular pains is unsuccessful and/or in patients with persisting or worsening neurological deficits. It has been reported to be an effective treatment modality in well selected patients. This procedure is however not without possible complications which can adversely affect the outcome of treatment in the affected patients. This prospective study was therefore undertaken to evaluate the early functional outcome of posterior spinal decompression for lumbar spinal stenosis at our health institution. Method: All patients with symptomatic lumbar spinal stenosis admitted for posterior spinal decompression and who met the inclusion criteria were recruited with their written informed consent. The patients’ pain severity and functional disability were assessed preoperatively with visual analogue scale (VAS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). The VAS and ODI were also used to reassess the patients postoperatively, at 2 weeks, 6 weeks and 12 weeks respectively. All intraoperative and/or postoperative complications were documented and the results were analyzed. Results: The patients’ mean preoperative lower back pain and leg pain VAS score was 8.26 ± 1.46 while the mean preoperative ODI was 62.4% ±13.56. The commonest combination of spinal decompressive procedure done in the patients was laminectomy + foraminotomy in 10 (25% patients). The most common decompressed spinal level was L4/L5 (89.7%);while almost equal number of patients had either one spinal level or two-spinal level decompression (43.6% and 46.1% respectively). Postoperative pain assessment showed a mean VAS of 3.79 ± 1.15, 2.55 ± 1.27 and 2.00 ± 1.41 at 2 weeks, 6 weeks and 12 weeks respectively (p = 0.000). Functional outcome assessment with ODI was 34% ± 11.79%, 24% ± 10.75% and 18.12% ± 10.61% at 2 weeks, 6 weeks and 12 weeks respectively (p = 0.000). The commonest surgical complication seen was dura tear which occurred in nine patients (23.1%). Conclusion: There was significant reduction in low back and radicular pains with consequent functional improvement in majority of the patients who had posterior spinal decompression for lumbar spinal stenosis at our health institution. There were few complications of which dura tear was the commonest.

Fast Track Extubation Post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft: A Retrospective Review of Predictors of Clinical Outcomes

Introduction: Fast track (FT) cardiac surgery and early extubation (EE) are aimed at safe and effective rapid post-operative progression to discharge, and have been practiced for more than two decades. Their goal is to optimize patient care perioperatively in order to decrease costs without negatively affecting morbidity and mortality. However, the factors that predict successful EE are poorly understood, and patients with significant co-morbidities are frequently excluded from protocols. We hypothesize that independent of disease severity, early extubation leads to shorter hospital stays and can be performed safely without negatively affecting outcomes. Materials and Methods: We performed a retrospective review of 919 patients who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) at the Southern Arizona Veteran’s Affairs Health Care System medical center over 7 years. We collected pre-operative data regarding patients’ NYHA classification, presence and severity of cerebral vascular disease, peripheral vascular disease, pulmonary disease, diabetes and hypertension. Intra-operative variables were also recorded including ASA scores, ischemic times, and time to extubation. Finally, post-operative variables such as rates of reintubation and tracheotomy, and both length of ICU and total hospital stay were also compared. Results: Prolonged periods of ischemia were found to predict a delayed extubation (HR = 0.992;CI = 0.988 - 0.997, p = 0.0015) while small body surface area (HR = 1.57;CI = 1.13, 2.17, p = 0.007) and higher pre-operative functional status of the patient, such as independent versus dependent status (HR =1.68;CI = 1.30 - 2.16, p = 1.33;CI = 1.03 - 1.70, p = 0.03) were found to be associated with earlier extubation. The early extubation (EE) group (those extubated in less than the median 7.3 hours) had an average hospital stay of 5.1 ± 4.0 days, versus 7.8 ± 8.1 days in the delayed group (>4 hours), p Conclusions: In our study population, pre-operative functional class and total body surface area predicted those patients able to tolerate early extubation after cardiac surgery. Prolonged ischemia resulted in delayed extubation. Patients that were extubated in less than 4 hours had shorter ICU and hospitalization stays, while there was no significant difference between the two groups in rate of reintubation or tracheotomy.

Early clinical outcome and learning curve following unilateral primary total knee arthroplasty after introduction of a novel total knee arthroplasty system

BACKGROUND New implants for total knee arthroplasty(TKA)are continuously introduced with the proposed benefit of increased performance and improved outcome.Little information exists on how the introduction of a novel arthroplasty implant affects the perioperative and surgical outcome immediately after implementation.AIM To investigate how surgery-related factors and implant positioning were affected by the introduction of a novel TKA system.METHODS A novel TKA system was introduced at our institution on 30th November 2015.Seventy-five TKAs performed with the Persona TKA immediately following its introduction by 3 different surgeons(25 TKAs/surgeon)were identified as the Introduction Group.Moreover,the latest 25 TKAs performed by each surgeon prior to introduction of the Persona TKA were identified as the Control Group.A Follow-up Group of 25 TKAs/surgeon was identified starting 1-year after the end of the introduction period.Demographics,surgery-related factors and alignment data were recorded,and intergroup differences compared.RESULTS Following introduction of the novel implant,Persona TKA was utilized in 69%(71%),53%(54%),and 45%(75%)of primary TKA procedures by the three surgeons,respectively(Follow-up Group).Mean surgery time was increased by 28%(P<0.0001)and mean intra-operative blood loss by 25%(P=0.002)in the Introduction Group,while only the mean surgery time was increased in the Follow-up Group by 18%(P<0.0001).Overall alignment was similar between the groups apart from femoral flexion(FF)and tibial slope(TS).The number of FF outliers was reduced in the Introduction Group with a more pronounced decrease in the Follow-up Group.CONCLUSION Introduction of the new TKA implant increased surgical time and intraoperative blood loss immediately after its introduction.These differences diminished one year after introduction of the new implant.Fewer outliers with respect to FF and TS were seen when using the novel TKA implant.Further studies are needed to investigate if these differences persist over time and correlate with patient reported outcomes.

Clinical implication of platelet to lymphocyte ratio in early onset preeclampsia:A single-center experience

BACKGROUND Preeclampsia(PE)is a pregnancy syndrome of undetermined etiology;inflammation was one of the proposed theories for its development.AIM To examine the platelet to lymphocyte ratio(PLR),an inflammatory biomarker,as a marker to predict poor maternal-neonatal outcomes in early-onset PE(EoPE).METHODS A cross-sectional study enrolled 60 pregnant women with EoPE(at 32-30 wk of gestation)at a university hospital.Demographic criteria and hematological indices were collected,including platelet counts and indices(mean platelet volume and platelet distribution width),PLR,and the Doppler study,which calculated estimated fetal weight(EFW),amniotic fluid index(AFI),resistance index(RI),and pulsatility index(PI).Participants were followed until delivery,where maternal outcomes were recorded,including;delivery mode and reason for cesarean section,and neonatal outcomes,including fetal growth restriction(FGR),meconium-stained liquid,the 5-min Apgar score,and admission to the intensive care unit.RESULTS There was a trend of insignificant increases in cesarean sections.Sixty-one-point two percent(37/60)fetuses were admitted to the neonatal care unit;70.0%of admitted fetuses were meconium-stained liquor,and 56.7%of them had FGR.PLR was positively correlated with AFI and EFW as r=0.98,0.97,P<0.001;PLR showed negative correlations with PI and RI as r=-0.99,-0.98,P<0.001.The Apgar score and the number of days admitted to the intensive care unit had a positive and negative correlation(0.69,-0.98),P<0.0001,respectively.Receiver operating characteristic calculated a PLR cutoff value(7.49)that distinguished FGR at 100%sensitivity and 80%specificity.CONCLUSION Strong,meaningful relationships between PLR and FGR parameters and a poor neonatal outcome with a significant P value make it a recommendable biomarker for screening EoPE-related complications.Further studies are suggested to see the impact on maternal-neonatal health.

CT灌注成像对急性大核心脑梗死早期血管内治疗效果的预测效能

目的分析CT灌注成像对急性大核心脑梗死早期血管内治疗效果的预测效能。方法选择2018年10月至2022年11月在浙江省人民医院接受早期血管内治疗的急性大核心脑梗死患者54例,根据术后90 d改良Rankin量表(mRS)评分将患者分为预后良好组(观察组)23例和预后不良组(对照组)31例。收集并比较两组患者的一般资料及CT灌注成像等资料。采用多因素logistic回归分析CT灌注成像与急性大核心脑梗死早期血管内治疗临床预后的相关性。采用ROC曲线分析CT灌注成像对急性大核心脑梗死早期血管内治疗效果的预测效能。结果观察组NIHSS评分低于对照组,不匹配率高于对照组,差异均有统计学意义(均P<0.05)。多因素logistic回归分析显示,NIHSS评分和不匹配率均是急性大核心脑梗死早期血管内治疗预后的影响因素(均P<0.05)。ROC曲线显示,不匹配率预测急性大核心脑梗死早期血管内治疗预后良好的AUC为0.660(95%CI:0.509~0.811,P=0.046),最佳截断值为2.30,灵敏度为0.696,特异度为0.645。结论CT灌注成像与急性大核心脑梗死早期患者血管内治疗临床预后密切相关,有一定的预测效能。

颈动脉内膜剥脱术后体重指数与早期预后的关系

目的针对肥胖与颈动脉内膜剥脱术(CEA)不良结局相关性的现有结果不一致,本研究旨在探讨体重指数升高与颈动脉内膜剥脱术后30 d并发症的相关性。方法这项队列研究包括2012-2022年邯郸市第一医院和邢台市人民医院收治的398例CEA患者。其中体重指数正常者(18.5-24.9 kg/m^(2))138例,超重者(25.0-29.9 kg/m^(2))188例,肥胖者(≥30 kg/m^(2))72例。采用Logistic回归分析评估超重和肥胖与CEA早期结局的相关性。结果CEA围手术期(30 d)内所有患者术后发生心肌梗死1例(0.25%)、卒中和短暂性脑缺血发作(TIA)12例(3.0%),术后死亡2例(0.5%)。在其他并发症中,出血10例(2.5%),呼吸道术后并发症2例(0.5%),泌尿系并发症2例(0.5%),心脏并发症3例(0.75%),颅神经损伤4例(1.0%),13例(3.3%)患者需再次手术。围手术期(30 d)的结果在各组之间没有显著差异。与正常体重的患者相比,超重患者的出血频率显著减少(P<0.05)。结论超重和肥胖与死亡率增加、TIA、卒中、心肌梗死或轻微并发症以及CEA后再次手术无明显相关性。而出血却相反,与正常体重的患者相比,超重患者CEA后术区出血的发生率明显减少。

早期预警评分联合快速反应团队救护重度子痫前期患者的研究

目的 探讨早期预警评分联合快速反应团队对重度子痫前期患者的应用效果。方法 将2020年1-12月在急诊就诊的126例重度子痫前期患者为对照组,采用常规护理方法;2021年7月至2022年6月同类患者126作为干预组,采用早期预警评分表,客观对孕妇进行评估,早期预警评分触动快速反应系统,立即启动快速反应团队对患者进行紧急救护。比较两组患者母婴结局情况。结果 干预组孕妇就诊后收缩压和舒张压控制情况优于对照组,在急诊留观时间显著缩短(均P<0.05);干预组孕妇HELLP综合征、胎盘早剥、胎膜早破、宫缩乏力和产后出血发生率显著低于对照组(均P<0.05);干预组早产、胎儿窘迫和新生转ICU率显著低于对照组(均P<0.05)。结论 早期预警评分联合快速反应团队可有效降低重度子痫前期患者母婴不良结局,有助于保障母婴安全。

安胎汤联合西药治疗早期先兆流产临床研究

目的:观察安胎汤联合西药治疗早期先兆流产的临床疗效。方法:采用随机数字表法将164例早期先兆流产患者分为对照组、试验组各82例。对照组予以黄体酮注射液、地屈孕酮治疗,试验组在对照组基础上加用安胎汤治疗,2组均治疗2周。比较2组治疗前后基础体温、激素水平、中医证候积分,评估2组临床疗效及妊娠结局。结果:治疗后,试验组总有效率84.15%,高于对照组70.73%(P<0.05)。治疗后,2组血清孕酮(P)、雌二醇(E_(2))、β-人绒毛膜促性腺激素(β-HCG)及基础体温水平较治疗前升高(P<0.05),中医证候积分降低(P<0.05);试验组治疗后P、E_(2)、β-HCG及基础体温水平高于对照组(P<0.05),中医证候积分低于对照组(P<0.05)。试验组流产率低于对照组(P<0.05),足月产率高于对照组(P<0.05)。2组早产率比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。结论:安胎汤联合西药治疗早期先兆流产疗效确切,能够调节患者激素水平,改善妊娠结局,提高保胎效果。

低温等离子手术治疗早期喉鳞状细胞癌整体预后及复发的相关因素研究

目的探讨低温等离子手术治疗早期喉鳞状细胞癌(简称喉癌)的整体预后情况,并评估相关风险因素对患者无病生存期(DFS)的影响,从而分析影响手术疗效的因素,总结临床经验。方法回顾性分析2013年4月—2020年12月接受经口内镜下低温等离子手术治疗、有完整随访资料的患者369例早期喉癌患者的临床资料。随访时间为32~124个月,中位随访时间72个月。并统计分析获得患者各项肿瘤学结果,包括DFS、总生存期(OS)、局部控制率(LC)、保喉率(LP)。结果术后共计70例患者出现复发,40例死亡。所有患者总的1、2、5年DFS分别为89%(95%CI:86%~92%)、85%(95%CI:82%~89%)、80%(95%CI:76%~84%),中位DFS未到达。1、2、5年OS分别为97%(95%CI:96%~99%)、92%(95%CI:89%~95%)、89%(95%CI:85%~92%),中位OS未到达。且累及前连合显著影响患者DFS,但对OS没有影响。而ACI患者1、2、5年DFS分别为87%(95%CI:82%~92%)、82%(95%CI:77%~88%)、76%(95%CI:70%~82%)。而未侵犯患者1、2、5年DFS分别为92%(95%CI:87%~96%),89%(95%CI:84%~93%),85%(95%CI:79%~91%)。结论等离子手术与CO_(2)激光手术或是单纯放疗的疗效较为接近。累及前连合与术后肿瘤切缘也是影响患者术后DFS的重要因素,并且术后复发患者的二次等离子手术并非禁忌。术前做好相应评估,在确认前连合区域外侧甲状软骨没有明显侵犯并且术前判断可以获得阴性切缘的情况下再考虑行等离子手术治疗,才能使患者获得最佳疗效。