The high rate of relapse among heroin users remains a significant public concern in China. In the present study, we utilized a Motivation-Skill-Desensitization-Mental Energy (MSDE) intervention and evaluated its effec...The high rate of relapse among heroin users remains a significant public concern in China. In the present study, we utilized a Motivation-Skill-Desensitization-Mental Energy (MSDE) intervention and evaluated its effects on abstinence and mental health. Eighty-nine male heroin users in a drug rehabilitation center were enrolled in the study. The participants in the MSDE intervention group (n=46) received MSDE intervention, which included motivational interviewing, coping skills training, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and mindfulness-based psychotherapy. The participants in the control group (h=43) received a series of lectures on skills training. A significant increase in Contemplation Ladder score (P<0.001) and decreases in scores on the Obsessive Compulsive Drug Use Scale (P<0.001), Beck Depression Inventory (P<0.001), and Aggression Questionnaire (P=O.O33) were found immediately after intervention. Compared to the control group, the MSDE intervention group reported significantly higher abstinence rates (P=0.027) and retention rates (P<0.001) at follow-up. Overall, the MSDE intervention, which uses a combined strategy for relapse prevention, could be a promising approach for preventing relapse among heroin users in China.展开更多
Background: Whilst several studies have demonstrated poor cardiovascular health in opiate dependence, its role as a cardiovascular risk factor has not been considered. Methods: Pulse wave analysis was undertaken by ra...Background: Whilst several studies have demonstrated poor cardiovascular health in opiate dependence, its role as a cardiovascular risk factor has not been considered. Methods: Pulse wave analysis was undertaken by radial arterial tonometry (SphygmoCor) in female control and opiate-dependent patients and compared to lifetime opiate use. Results: 222 opiate dependent women were compared to 175 controls. Opiate dependent patients were receiving treatment with buprenorphine (83.3%), methadone (13.5%), or naltrexone (3.2%). Non log transformed chronologic age (CA) for the two groups was 33.58 ± 0.57 (opiate) vs. 32.62 ± 0.96 (controls) years (mean ± S.E.M.;P = 0.39). Vascular Reference Age (RA) 39.30 ± 1.28, vs. 35.03 ± 1.41 the RA-CA difference (5.73 ± 1.02 vs. 2.41 ± 0.91) and the RA/CA ratio (1.16 ± 0.03 vs. 1.07 ± 0.02;all P < 0.02), and all measurements of central arterial stiffness (P < 0.02) were significantly worse for opiates compared to controls. When adjusted for CA, RA and central augmentation pressure and index were all worse by themselves and in interaction with CA (all P < 0.005). At 60 years the modelled RA’s were 83.79 and 67.52 years respectively. The opiate dose-duration interaction showed a dose-response effect with RA (P = 0.0033). After full adjustment for established cardiovascular risk factors, the dose-duration interaction remained significant (P = 10-6), was included in 10 other terms, and dose or duration was included in 15 other interactions. Conclusion: These data show that lifetime opiate use is significantly associated with increased arterial stiffness and vascular age and suggest a dose-response relationship. This relationship is robust and persists after full multivariate adjustment. These findings carry far-reaching implications for opiate-induced generalized acceleration of organismal ageing.展开更多
435 heroin addicts were treated for 10 days to evaluate the therapeutic effectiveness ofabstinence capsule on heroin withdrawal symptoms and its main adverse actions.Lofexidine was applied in a control group of 48 add...435 heroin addicts were treated for 10 days to evaluate the therapeutic effectiveness ofabstinence capsule on heroin withdrawal symptoms and its main adverse actions.Lofexidine was applied in a control group of 48 addicts.The single blind method and somedetermination methods used internationally were employed to evaluate the therapeuticeffectiveness and adverse actions of the drugs.The results showed that the abstinence capsulehas better therapeutic effectiveness,with less adverse actions,wider safety range,longer timeof action and less cost than lofexidine.展开更多
The switch from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone for individuals with heroin dependence is associated with several obstacles and challenges.Such patients may experience discomfort from discontinuing methadone, prec...The switch from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone for individuals with heroin dependence is associated with several obstacles and challenges.Such patients may experience discomfort from discontinuing methadone, precipitated withdrawal symptoms induced by buprenorphine-naloxone,and poor psychosocial adjustments such as anticipatory anxiety regarding severe opioid withdrawal.We herein describe a 46-year-old man with a history of heroin dependence who underwent Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)-facilitated switching from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone. No precipitated withdrawal was induced by buprenorphine-naloxone. The drug-switching process was successful and smooth. He maintained abstinence from heroin for the following year. In this case, we applied TCM for enhancement of methadone metabolism and detoxification, analgesic effects, and anxiolytic and hypnotic effects during the drug switch. We observed that TCM effectively facilitated the switch from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone in our case. Further studies regarding TCM-facilitated treatment for heroin dependence should be conducted.展开更多
Obj ective: To observe and analyze the intervention effects of needling different points for post- withdrawal syndrome of heroin dependence, and thus provide clinical basis for screening specific points. Methods: A ...Obj ective: To observe and analyze the intervention effects of needling different points for post- withdrawal syndrome of heroin dependence, and thus provide clinical basis for screening specific points. Methods: A total of 60 males with heroin dependence were randomly allocated into 3 groups, the Neiguan (PC 6) group, the Shenmen (HT 7) group and the control group. The results were observed and evaluated before, during, and 3 weeks after treatment using the rating scale for post-withdrawal syndrome and Hamilton anxiety scale (HAMA). Results: In regards to the control of post-withdrawal symptoms, the groups of Neiguan (PC 6) and Shenmen (HT 7) showed statistical difference when compared with the control group (P〈0.05, P〈0.01); however, there was no statistical difference between the Neiguan (PC 6) group and Shenmen (HT 7) group (P〉0.05). Conclusion: Acupuncture can alleviate the post-withdrawal syndrome and anxiety of heroin dependence. Although both Neiguan (PC 6) and Shenmen (HT 7) have equally remarkable effects, Shenmen (HT 7) have a better tendency for marked effect for heart-mind related symptoms.展开更多
Objective: To observe the influence of acupuncture on sleep disorders and anxiety in patients with heroin dependence. Methods: Sixty-two male patients with heroin dependence were divided into two groups by random nu...Objective: To observe the influence of acupuncture on sleep disorders and anxiety in patients with heroin dependence. Methods: Sixty-two male patients with heroin dependence were divided into two groups by random number table. Thirty-five cases in the acupuncture group were treated by puncturing Baihui (GV 20), Neiguan (PC 6), and Shenmen (HT 7) and moxibustion at Zusanli (ST 36). Twenty-seven cases in the control group did not receive any therapeutic measures. The therapeutic effects were summarized after observation of 8 weeks. Results: After treatment, the global scores and standard scores of anxiety declined in comparison with those before the treatment in both two groups, but there was statistical difference only in the acupuncture group (P〈0.05). There were no statistical differences in the global score and the standard score of anxiety between the two groups, but the standard scores in the acupuncture group reached the normal level. After treatment, only the sleep latency was obviously improved in the control group (P〈0.05). The syndromes of sleep disorder were improved noticeable in the acupuncture group (P〈0.05), and the actual sleep time was improved better than those in the control group (P〈0.05), and PSQI global scores decreased below the normal level. Conclusion: Acupuncture has the effects to improve sleep disorders and anxious emotion in the patients with heroin dependence.展开更多
基金This study was funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.30872175,No.81573236).
文摘The high rate of relapse among heroin users remains a significant public concern in China. In the present study, we utilized a Motivation-Skill-Desensitization-Mental Energy (MSDE) intervention and evaluated its effects on abstinence and mental health. Eighty-nine male heroin users in a drug rehabilitation center were enrolled in the study. The participants in the MSDE intervention group (n=46) received MSDE intervention, which included motivational interviewing, coping skills training, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and mindfulness-based psychotherapy. The participants in the control group (h=43) received a series of lectures on skills training. A significant increase in Contemplation Ladder score (P<0.001) and decreases in scores on the Obsessive Compulsive Drug Use Scale (P<0.001), Beck Depression Inventory (P<0.001), and Aggression Questionnaire (P=O.O33) were found immediately after intervention. Compared to the control group, the MSDE intervention group reported significantly higher abstinence rates (P=0.027) and retention rates (P<0.001) at follow-up. Overall, the MSDE intervention, which uses a combined strategy for relapse prevention, could be a promising approach for preventing relapse among heroin users in China.
文摘Background: Whilst several studies have demonstrated poor cardiovascular health in opiate dependence, its role as a cardiovascular risk factor has not been considered. Methods: Pulse wave analysis was undertaken by radial arterial tonometry (SphygmoCor) in female control and opiate-dependent patients and compared to lifetime opiate use. Results: 222 opiate dependent women were compared to 175 controls. Opiate dependent patients were receiving treatment with buprenorphine (83.3%), methadone (13.5%), or naltrexone (3.2%). Non log transformed chronologic age (CA) for the two groups was 33.58 ± 0.57 (opiate) vs. 32.62 ± 0.96 (controls) years (mean ± S.E.M.;P = 0.39). Vascular Reference Age (RA) 39.30 ± 1.28, vs. 35.03 ± 1.41 the RA-CA difference (5.73 ± 1.02 vs. 2.41 ± 0.91) and the RA/CA ratio (1.16 ± 0.03 vs. 1.07 ± 0.02;all P < 0.02), and all measurements of central arterial stiffness (P < 0.02) were significantly worse for opiates compared to controls. When adjusted for CA, RA and central augmentation pressure and index were all worse by themselves and in interaction with CA (all P < 0.005). At 60 years the modelled RA’s were 83.79 and 67.52 years respectively. The opiate dose-duration interaction showed a dose-response effect with RA (P = 0.0033). After full adjustment for established cardiovascular risk factors, the dose-duration interaction remained significant (P = 10-6), was included in 10 other terms, and dose or duration was included in 15 other interactions. Conclusion: These data show that lifetime opiate use is significantly associated with increased arterial stiffness and vascular age and suggest a dose-response relationship. This relationship is robust and persists after full multivariate adjustment. These findings carry far-reaching implications for opiate-induced generalized acceleration of organismal ageing.
文摘435 heroin addicts were treated for 10 days to evaluate the therapeutic effectiveness ofabstinence capsule on heroin withdrawal symptoms and its main adverse actions.Lofexidine was applied in a control group of 48 addicts.The single blind method and somedetermination methods used internationally were employed to evaluate the therapeuticeffectiveness and adverse actions of the drugs.The results showed that the abstinence capsulehas better therapeutic effectiveness,with less adverse actions,wider safety range,longer timeof action and less cost than lofexidine.
文摘The switch from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone for individuals with heroin dependence is associated with several obstacles and challenges.Such patients may experience discomfort from discontinuing methadone, precipitated withdrawal symptoms induced by buprenorphine-naloxone,and poor psychosocial adjustments such as anticipatory anxiety regarding severe opioid withdrawal.We herein describe a 46-year-old man with a history of heroin dependence who underwent Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)-facilitated switching from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone. No precipitated withdrawal was induced by buprenorphine-naloxone. The drug-switching process was successful and smooth. He maintained abstinence from heroin for the following year. In this case, we applied TCM for enhancement of methadone metabolism and detoxification, analgesic effects, and anxiolytic and hypnotic effects during the drug switch. We observed that TCM effectively facilitated the switch from methadone to buprenorphine-naloxone in our case. Further studies regarding TCM-facilitated treatment for heroin dependence should be conducted.
基金supported by Shanghai Leading Academic Discipline Project(S30304)Youth Foundation of Shanghai Municipal Health Bureau(2008Y124)Innovation Project of Shanghai Municipal Education Commission(12YZ070)
文摘Obj ective: To observe and analyze the intervention effects of needling different points for post- withdrawal syndrome of heroin dependence, and thus provide clinical basis for screening specific points. Methods: A total of 60 males with heroin dependence were randomly allocated into 3 groups, the Neiguan (PC 6) group, the Shenmen (HT 7) group and the control group. The results were observed and evaluated before, during, and 3 weeks after treatment using the rating scale for post-withdrawal syndrome and Hamilton anxiety scale (HAMA). Results: In regards to the control of post-withdrawal symptoms, the groups of Neiguan (PC 6) and Shenmen (HT 7) showed statistical difference when compared with the control group (P〈0.05, P〈0.01); however, there was no statistical difference between the Neiguan (PC 6) group and Shenmen (HT 7) group (P〉0.05). Conclusion: Acupuncture can alleviate the post-withdrawal syndrome and anxiety of heroin dependence. Although both Neiguan (PC 6) and Shenmen (HT 7) have equally remarkable effects, Shenmen (HT 7) have a better tendency for marked effect for heart-mind related symptoms.
文摘目的探索美沙酮维持治疗(methadone maintenance treatment,MMT)对海洛因依赖(heroin dependence,HD)患者大脑拓扑特性度中心性(degree centrality,DC)的影响及其与心理行为学的相关性。材料与方法回顾性分析2016年1月至2017年12月于西安市灞桥区美沙酮门诊招募的41名正在接受MMT的HD患者,采集静息态功能磁共振成像(functional magnetic resonance imaging,fMRI)数据,评估稽延性戒断症状与渴求评分,纵向随访一年。对影像数据进行DC分析,并采用配对样本t检验进行纵向比较,差异脑区与心理学指标进行相关分析。结果HD患者入组时与MMT一年后稽延性戒断症状评分差异存在统计学意义(Z=3.004,P=0.003),渴求评分差异无统计学意义(Z=0.872,P=0.383)。与基线相比,HD患者经过MMT一年后,双侧丘脑、尾状核、壳核与左侧苍白球的DC降低;右侧舌回与距状回的DC值升高(Gaussian random field校正,单体素水平P<0.001,团块体素水平P<0.01,团块体素>95)。双侧尾状核及左侧苍白球DC值与戒断症状呈负相关性(r=-0.417,P=0.030;r=-0.392,P=0.043;r=-0.383,P=0.049),双侧壳核及左侧苍白球DC值的变化量与渴求的变化量呈正相关性(r=0.410,P=0.008;r=0.332,P=0.034;r=0.395,P=0.011)。结论美沙酮可能通过降低HD患者纹状体在成瘾奖赏脑网络中的中心性,从而调节HD患者戒毒后的稽延性戒断症状与心理渴求;同时可能抑制了冲动性,增强了视觉核心脑区的活动。该研究结果可以为美沙酮对HD患者治疗的神经机制提供影像学依据。
基金supported by Anhui Provincial Programs for Science and Technology Development(07010302205) and Provincial Key Lab of Acupuncture Basis and Technology
文摘Objective: To observe the influence of acupuncture on sleep disorders and anxiety in patients with heroin dependence. Methods: Sixty-two male patients with heroin dependence were divided into two groups by random number table. Thirty-five cases in the acupuncture group were treated by puncturing Baihui (GV 20), Neiguan (PC 6), and Shenmen (HT 7) and moxibustion at Zusanli (ST 36). Twenty-seven cases in the control group did not receive any therapeutic measures. The therapeutic effects were summarized after observation of 8 weeks. Results: After treatment, the global scores and standard scores of anxiety declined in comparison with those before the treatment in both two groups, but there was statistical difference only in the acupuncture group (P〈0.05). There were no statistical differences in the global score and the standard score of anxiety between the two groups, but the standard scores in the acupuncture group reached the normal level. After treatment, only the sleep latency was obviously improved in the control group (P〈0.05). The syndromes of sleep disorder were improved noticeable in the acupuncture group (P〈0.05), and the actual sleep time was improved better than those in the control group (P〈0.05), and PSQI global scores decreased below the normal level. Conclusion: Acupuncture has the effects to improve sleep disorders and anxious emotion in the patients with heroin dependence.