BACKGROUND Vessels encapsulating tumor clusters(VETC)represent a recently discovered vascular pattern associated with novel metastasis mechanisms in hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC).However,it seems that no one have focu...BACKGROUND Vessels encapsulating tumor clusters(VETC)represent a recently discovered vascular pattern associated with novel metastasis mechanisms in hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC).However,it seems that no one have focused on predicting VETC status in small HCC(sHCC).This study aimed to develop a new nomogram for predicting VETC positivity using preoperative clinical data and image features in sHCC(≤3 cm)patients.AIM To construct a nomogram that combines preoperative clinical parameters and image features to predict patterns of VETC and evaluate the prognosis of sHCC patients.METHODS A total of 309 patients with sHCC,who underwent segmental resection and had their VETC status confirmed,were included in the study.These patients were recruited from three different hospitals:Hospital 1 contributed 177 patients for the training set,Hospital 2 provided 78 patients for the test set,and Hospital 3 provided 54 patients for the validation set.Independent predictors of VETC were identified through univariate and multivariate logistic analyses.These independent predictors were then used to construct a VETC prediction model for sHCC.The model’s performance was evaluated using the area under the curve(AUC),calibration curve,and clinical decision curve.Additionally,Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed to confirm whether the predicted VETC status by the model is associated with early recurrence,just as it is with the actual VETC status and early recurrence.RESULTS Alpha-fetoprotein_lg10,carbohydrate antigen 199,irregular shape,non-smooth margin,and arterial peritumoral enhancement were identified as independent predictors of VETC.The model incorporating these predictors demonstrated strong predictive performance.The AUC was 0.811 for the training set,0.800 for the test set,and 0.791 for the validation set.The calibration curve indicated that the predicted probability was consistent with the actual VETC status in all three sets.Furthermore,the decision curve analysis demonstrated the clinical benefits of our model for patients with sHCC.Finally,early recurrence was more likely to occur in the VETC-positive group compared to the VETC-negative group,regardless of whether considering the actual or predicted VETC status.CONCLUSION Our novel prediction model demonstrates strong performance in predicting VETC positivity in sHCC(≤3 cm)patients,and it holds potential for predicting early recurrence.This model equips clinicians with valuable information to make informed clinical treatment decisions.展开更多
BACKGROUND Intracranial atherosclerosis,a leading cause of stroke,involves arterial plaque formation.This study explores the link between plaque remodelling patterns and diabetes using high-resolution vessel wall imag...BACKGROUND Intracranial atherosclerosis,a leading cause of stroke,involves arterial plaque formation.This study explores the link between plaque remodelling patterns and diabetes using high-resolution vessel wall imaging(HR-VWI).AIM To investigate the factors of intracranial atherosclerotic remodelling patterns and the relationship between intracranial atherosclerotic remodelling and diabetes mellitus using HR-VWI.METHODS Ninety-four patients diagnosed with middle cerebral artery or basilar artery INTRODUCTION Intracranial atherosclerotic disease is one of the main causes of ischaemic stroke in the world,accounting for approx-imately 10%of transient ischaemic attacks and 30%-50%of ischaemic strokes[1].It is the most common factor among Asian people[2].The adaptive changes in the structure and function of blood vessels that can adapt to changes in the internal and external environment are called vascular remodelling,which is a common and important pathological mechanism in atherosclerotic diseases,and the remodelling mode of atherosclerotic plaques is closely related to the occurrence of stroke.Positive remodelling(PR)is an outwards compensatory remodelling where the arterial wall grows outwards in an attempt to maintain a constant lumen diameter.For a long time,it was believed that the degree of stenosis can accurately reflect the risk of ischaemic stroke[3-5].Previous studies have revealed that lesions without significant luminal stenosis can also lead to acute events[6,7],as summarized in a recent meta-analysis study in which approximately 50%of acute/subacute ischaemic events were due to this type of lesion[6].Research[8,9]has pointed out that the PR of plaques is more dangerous and more likely to cause acute ischaemic stroke.Previous studies[10-13]have found that there are specific vascular remodelling phenomena in the coronary and carotid arteries of diabetic patients.However,due to the deep location and small lumen of intracranial arteries and limitations of imaging techniques,the relationship between intracranial arterial remodelling and diabetes is still unclear.In recent years,with the development of magnetic resonance technology and the emergence of high-resolution(HR)vascular wall imaging,a clear and multidimensional display of the intracranial vascular wall has been achieved.Therefore,in this study,HR wall imaging(HR-VWI)was used to display the remodelling characteristics of bilateral middle cerebral arteries and basilar arteries and to explore the factors of intracranial vascular remodelling and its relationship with diabetes.展开更多
This study presents an analytical solution of thermal and mechanical displacements, strains, and stresses for a thick-walled rotating spherical pressure vessel made of functionally graded materials (FGMs). The pressur...This study presents an analytical solution of thermal and mechanical displacements, strains, and stresses for a thick-walled rotating spherical pressure vessel made of functionally graded materials (FGMs). The pressure vessel is subject to axisymmetric mechanical and thermal loadings within a uniform magnetic field. The material properties of the FGM are considered as the power-law distribution along the thickness. Navier’s equation, which is a second-order ordinary differential equation, is derived from the mechanical equilibrium equation with the consideration of the thermal stresses and the Lorentz force resulting from the magnetic field. The distributions of the displacement, strains, and stresses are determined by the exact solution to Navier’s equation. Numerical results clarify the influence of the thermal loading, magnetic field, non-homogeneity constant, internal pressure, and angular velocity on the magneto-thermo-elastic response of the functionally graded spherical vessel. It is observed that these parameters have remarkable effects on the distributions of radial displacement, radial and circumferential strains, and radial and circumferential stresses.展开更多
At present, the water-cooling simulation of the water-cooled magnetic coupler is based on the water-cooled motor and the hydraulic coupler, which cannot accurately characterize the temperature distribution of the rota...At present, the water-cooling simulation of the water-cooled magnetic coupler is based on the water-cooled motor and the hydraulic coupler, which cannot accurately characterize the temperature distribution of the rotating watercooled coupling of the coupler. Focusing on rotating water cooling radiating, the present paper proposes simulating the water cooling temperature field as well as the flow field through the method of combining fluid-solid coupled heat transfer and MRF(Multiphase Reference Frame). In addition, taking an 800 kW magnetic coupling as an example, the paper optimizes the shape, number, cooling water inlet speed? and so on? of the cooling channel. Considering factors such as the complete machine’s temperature, and drag torque, it is proved that the cooling e ect is best when there are 36 involute curved channels and when the inlet speed is 3 m/s. Further, through experiments, the actual temperature values at six di erent positions when 50 kW and 70 kW thermal losses di er are measured. The measured values agree with the simulation results, proving the correctness of the proposed method. Further, data have been collected during the entire experimental procedure? and the variation in the coupling’s temperature is analyzed in depth, with the objective of laying a foundation for the estimation of the inner temperature rise as well as for the optimization of the structural design.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the clinical effects of applying the magnetic resonance double mismatch technique to endovascular treatment of acute anterior circulation,large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction in an ...Objective:To investigate the clinical effects of applying the magnetic resonance double mismatch technique to endovascular treatment of acute anterior circulation,large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction in an unknown time window.Methods:The research work was carried out in our hospital,the work was carried out from November 2018 to November 2019,the patients with acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction who were treated in our hospital during this period,100 patients,50 patients with an unknown time window and 50 patients with definite time window were selected,and they were named as the experimental and control groups,given different examination methods,were given to investigate the clinical treatment effect.Results:Patients’data on HIHSS score before treatment,the incidence of intracranial hemorrhage and rate of Mrs≤2 rating after 90 days of treatment were not significantly different(P>0.05),which was not meaningful.The differences in data between the two groups concerning HIHSS scores were relatively significant before,and after treatment(P<0.05).Conclusion:The magnetic resonance double mismatch technique will be applied in the endovascular treatment of acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction of unknown time window.展开更多
目的探讨动态对比增强MRI(dynamic contrast-enhancement MRI,DCE-MRI)瘤周血管特征结合瘤内血流动力学参数在乳腺影像报告和数据系统(breast imaging reporting and data system,BI-RADS)4类肿瘤中的鉴别诊断价值。材料与方法回顾性分...目的探讨动态对比增强MRI(dynamic contrast-enhancement MRI,DCE-MRI)瘤周血管特征结合瘤内血流动力学参数在乳腺影像报告和数据系统(breast imaging reporting and data system,BI-RADS)4类肿瘤中的鉴别诊断价值。材料与方法回顾性分析2018年8月至2023年3月于大连医科大学附属第一医院行乳腺MRI检查为BI-RADS 4类且病理结果明确肿瘤的女性病例102例,其中良性组43例,恶性组59例。记录患者年龄、病灶最大径(dmax)、乳腺DCE-MRI基本影像学特征、瘤周血管特征及瘤内血流动力学参数值。通过单因素和多因素logistic回归分析比较两组间多参数的差异,利用受试者工作特征(receiver operating characteristic,ROC)曲线以及曲线下面积(area under the curve,AUC)分析瘤周血管特征指标与瘤内参数值联合应用对BI-RADS 4类乳腺良恶性两组肿瘤鉴别的诊断效能。应用DeLong检验对AUC进行比较。结果乳腺良性组和恶性组病例在年龄、dmax、背景实质强化(background parenchymal enhancement,BPE)、纤维腺体组织量(fibroglandular tissue,FGT)、瘤周相邻血管征(adjacent vascular sign,AVS)数目、瘤周血管最大径、患侧瘤周与健侧同一象限血管直径差值(△d)、瘤周血管出现期相以及瘤内容积转移常数(volume transfer constant,K^(trans))、速率常数(flux rate constant,K_(ep))、最大增强斜率(maximum slope of increase,MSI)和时间-信号强度曲线(time-signal intensity curve,TIC)类型的差异均具有统计学意义(P<0.05),而病变位置、信号增强率(signal enhancement ratio,SER)和血管外细胞外间隙容积比(volume fraction of extravascular extra vascular space,V_(e))差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。通过多因素logistic回归分析结果显示,△d、dmax、MSI和K^(trans)为区分两组间的独立影响因素,其中优势比最大的是MSI值(AUC为0.923)。将瘤周血管特征△d分别与dmax、MSI和K^(trans)进行两者联合模型比较,以△d与MSI联合模型的诊断效能最高(AUC为0.933,敏感度和特异度分别为93.2%和83.7%),且△d联合MSI与△d联合K^(trans)比较的差异具有统计学意义(P=0.001);其他联合指标在两两比较时差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),联合模型高于单独MSI模型的诊断效能。结论瘤周血管特征指标(△d)联合瘤内半定量(MSI)血流动力学参数对评价BI-RADS 4类乳腺肿瘤具有较好的鉴别诊断价值。展开更多
随着人口老龄化加剧,与年龄相关的脑小血管病(cerebral small vessel disease,CSVD)发病率不断升高。CSVD通常导致患者认知功能障碍,甚至痴呆,已成为亟待解决的重要公共卫生问题。但目前CSVD相关认知功能障碍的发病机制尚未完全阐明,且...随着人口老龄化加剧,与年龄相关的脑小血管病(cerebral small vessel disease,CSVD)发病率不断升高。CSVD通常导致患者认知功能障碍,甚至痴呆,已成为亟待解决的重要公共卫生问题。但目前CSVD相关认知功能障碍的发病机制尚未完全阐明,且缺乏早期诊断和治疗的有效手段。随着神经影像学技术和人工智能的飞速发展,多参数MRI和机器学习在CSVD相关认知功能障碍的辅助诊断和发病机制探索中发挥着越来越重要的作用。本文就近年来相关研究进展作一综述,旨在为阐明CSVD相关认知功能障碍的神经机制及其早期诊断提供全面、客观的影像学依据。展开更多
基金Supported by the Project of Shanghai Municipal Commission of Health,No.2022LJ024.
文摘BACKGROUND Vessels encapsulating tumor clusters(VETC)represent a recently discovered vascular pattern associated with novel metastasis mechanisms in hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC).However,it seems that no one have focused on predicting VETC status in small HCC(sHCC).This study aimed to develop a new nomogram for predicting VETC positivity using preoperative clinical data and image features in sHCC(≤3 cm)patients.AIM To construct a nomogram that combines preoperative clinical parameters and image features to predict patterns of VETC and evaluate the prognosis of sHCC patients.METHODS A total of 309 patients with sHCC,who underwent segmental resection and had their VETC status confirmed,were included in the study.These patients were recruited from three different hospitals:Hospital 1 contributed 177 patients for the training set,Hospital 2 provided 78 patients for the test set,and Hospital 3 provided 54 patients for the validation set.Independent predictors of VETC were identified through univariate and multivariate logistic analyses.These independent predictors were then used to construct a VETC prediction model for sHCC.The model’s performance was evaluated using the area under the curve(AUC),calibration curve,and clinical decision curve.Additionally,Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed to confirm whether the predicted VETC status by the model is associated with early recurrence,just as it is with the actual VETC status and early recurrence.RESULTS Alpha-fetoprotein_lg10,carbohydrate antigen 199,irregular shape,non-smooth margin,and arterial peritumoral enhancement were identified as independent predictors of VETC.The model incorporating these predictors demonstrated strong predictive performance.The AUC was 0.811 for the training set,0.800 for the test set,and 0.791 for the validation set.The calibration curve indicated that the predicted probability was consistent with the actual VETC status in all three sets.Furthermore,the decision curve analysis demonstrated the clinical benefits of our model for patients with sHCC.Finally,early recurrence was more likely to occur in the VETC-positive group compared to the VETC-negative group,regardless of whether considering the actual or predicted VETC status.CONCLUSION Our novel prediction model demonstrates strong performance in predicting VETC positivity in sHCC(≤3 cm)patients,and it holds potential for predicting early recurrence.This model equips clinicians with valuable information to make informed clinical treatment decisions.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82071871Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation,No.2021A1515220131+1 种基金Guangdong Medical Science and Technology Research Fund Project,No.2022111520491834Clinical Research Project of Shenzhen Second People's Hospital,No.20223357022。
文摘BACKGROUND Intracranial atherosclerosis,a leading cause of stroke,involves arterial plaque formation.This study explores the link between plaque remodelling patterns and diabetes using high-resolution vessel wall imaging(HR-VWI).AIM To investigate the factors of intracranial atherosclerotic remodelling patterns and the relationship between intracranial atherosclerotic remodelling and diabetes mellitus using HR-VWI.METHODS Ninety-four patients diagnosed with middle cerebral artery or basilar artery INTRODUCTION Intracranial atherosclerotic disease is one of the main causes of ischaemic stroke in the world,accounting for approx-imately 10%of transient ischaemic attacks and 30%-50%of ischaemic strokes[1].It is the most common factor among Asian people[2].The adaptive changes in the structure and function of blood vessels that can adapt to changes in the internal and external environment are called vascular remodelling,which is a common and important pathological mechanism in atherosclerotic diseases,and the remodelling mode of atherosclerotic plaques is closely related to the occurrence of stroke.Positive remodelling(PR)is an outwards compensatory remodelling where the arterial wall grows outwards in an attempt to maintain a constant lumen diameter.For a long time,it was believed that the degree of stenosis can accurately reflect the risk of ischaemic stroke[3-5].Previous studies have revealed that lesions without significant luminal stenosis can also lead to acute events[6,7],as summarized in a recent meta-analysis study in which approximately 50%of acute/subacute ischaemic events were due to this type of lesion[6].Research[8,9]has pointed out that the PR of plaques is more dangerous and more likely to cause acute ischaemic stroke.Previous studies[10-13]have found that there are specific vascular remodelling phenomena in the coronary and carotid arteries of diabetic patients.However,due to the deep location and small lumen of intracranial arteries and limitations of imaging techniques,the relationship between intracranial arterial remodelling and diabetes is still unclear.In recent years,with the development of magnetic resonance technology and the emergence of high-resolution(HR)vascular wall imaging,a clear and multidimensional display of the intracranial vascular wall has been achieved.Therefore,in this study,HR wall imaging(HR-VWI)was used to display the remodelling characteristics of bilateral middle cerebral arteries and basilar arteries and to explore the factors of intracranial vascular remodelling and its relationship with diabetes.
文摘This study presents an analytical solution of thermal and mechanical displacements, strains, and stresses for a thick-walled rotating spherical pressure vessel made of functionally graded materials (FGMs). The pressure vessel is subject to axisymmetric mechanical and thermal loadings within a uniform magnetic field. The material properties of the FGM are considered as the power-law distribution along the thickness. Navier’s equation, which is a second-order ordinary differential equation, is derived from the mechanical equilibrium equation with the consideration of the thermal stresses and the Lorentz force resulting from the magnetic field. The distributions of the displacement, strains, and stresses are determined by the exact solution to Navier’s equation. Numerical results clarify the influence of the thermal loading, magnetic field, non-homogeneity constant, internal pressure, and angular velocity on the magneto-thermo-elastic response of the functionally graded spherical vessel. It is observed that these parameters have remarkable effects on the distributions of radial displacement, radial and circumferential strains, and radial and circumferential stresses.
基金Supported by China Coal Science and Technology Group Technology Innovation Fund Major Project(Grand No.2018ZD002)China Coal Science and Technology Group Technology Innovation Fund Youth Project(Grand No.2018-2-QN010)
文摘At present, the water-cooling simulation of the water-cooled magnetic coupler is based on the water-cooled motor and the hydraulic coupler, which cannot accurately characterize the temperature distribution of the rotating watercooled coupling of the coupler. Focusing on rotating water cooling radiating, the present paper proposes simulating the water cooling temperature field as well as the flow field through the method of combining fluid-solid coupled heat transfer and MRF(Multiphase Reference Frame). In addition, taking an 800 kW magnetic coupling as an example, the paper optimizes the shape, number, cooling water inlet speed? and so on? of the cooling channel. Considering factors such as the complete machine’s temperature, and drag torque, it is proved that the cooling e ect is best when there are 36 involute curved channels and when the inlet speed is 3 m/s. Further, through experiments, the actual temperature values at six di erent positions when 50 kW and 70 kW thermal losses di er are measured. The measured values agree with the simulation results, proving the correctness of the proposed method. Further, data have been collected during the entire experimental procedure? and the variation in the coupling’s temperature is analyzed in depth, with the objective of laying a foundation for the estimation of the inner temperature rise as well as for the optimization of the structural design.
文摘Objective:To investigate the clinical effects of applying the magnetic resonance double mismatch technique to endovascular treatment of acute anterior circulation,large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction in an unknown time window.Methods:The research work was carried out in our hospital,the work was carried out from November 2018 to November 2019,the patients with acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction who were treated in our hospital during this period,100 patients,50 patients with an unknown time window and 50 patients with definite time window were selected,and they were named as the experimental and control groups,given different examination methods,were given to investigate the clinical treatment effect.Results:Patients’data on HIHSS score before treatment,the incidence of intracranial hemorrhage and rate of Mrs≤2 rating after 90 days of treatment were not significantly different(P>0.05),which was not meaningful.The differences in data between the two groups concerning HIHSS scores were relatively significant before,and after treatment(P<0.05).Conclusion:The magnetic resonance double mismatch technique will be applied in the endovascular treatment of acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion with cerebral infarction of unknown time window.
文摘目的探讨动态对比增强MRI(dynamic contrast-enhancement MRI,DCE-MRI)瘤周血管特征结合瘤内血流动力学参数在乳腺影像报告和数据系统(breast imaging reporting and data system,BI-RADS)4类肿瘤中的鉴别诊断价值。材料与方法回顾性分析2018年8月至2023年3月于大连医科大学附属第一医院行乳腺MRI检查为BI-RADS 4类且病理结果明确肿瘤的女性病例102例,其中良性组43例,恶性组59例。记录患者年龄、病灶最大径(dmax)、乳腺DCE-MRI基本影像学特征、瘤周血管特征及瘤内血流动力学参数值。通过单因素和多因素logistic回归分析比较两组间多参数的差异,利用受试者工作特征(receiver operating characteristic,ROC)曲线以及曲线下面积(area under the curve,AUC)分析瘤周血管特征指标与瘤内参数值联合应用对BI-RADS 4类乳腺良恶性两组肿瘤鉴别的诊断效能。应用DeLong检验对AUC进行比较。结果乳腺良性组和恶性组病例在年龄、dmax、背景实质强化(background parenchymal enhancement,BPE)、纤维腺体组织量(fibroglandular tissue,FGT)、瘤周相邻血管征(adjacent vascular sign,AVS)数目、瘤周血管最大径、患侧瘤周与健侧同一象限血管直径差值(△d)、瘤周血管出现期相以及瘤内容积转移常数(volume transfer constant,K^(trans))、速率常数(flux rate constant,K_(ep))、最大增强斜率(maximum slope of increase,MSI)和时间-信号强度曲线(time-signal intensity curve,TIC)类型的差异均具有统计学意义(P<0.05),而病变位置、信号增强率(signal enhancement ratio,SER)和血管外细胞外间隙容积比(volume fraction of extravascular extra vascular space,V_(e))差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。通过多因素logistic回归分析结果显示,△d、dmax、MSI和K^(trans)为区分两组间的独立影响因素,其中优势比最大的是MSI值(AUC为0.923)。将瘤周血管特征△d分别与dmax、MSI和K^(trans)进行两者联合模型比较,以△d与MSI联合模型的诊断效能最高(AUC为0.933,敏感度和特异度分别为93.2%和83.7%),且△d联合MSI与△d联合K^(trans)比较的差异具有统计学意义(P=0.001);其他联合指标在两两比较时差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),联合模型高于单独MSI模型的诊断效能。结论瘤周血管特征指标(△d)联合瘤内半定量(MSI)血流动力学参数对评价BI-RADS 4类乳腺肿瘤具有较好的鉴别诊断价值。
文摘随着人口老龄化加剧,与年龄相关的脑小血管病(cerebral small vessel disease,CSVD)发病率不断升高。CSVD通常导致患者认知功能障碍,甚至痴呆,已成为亟待解决的重要公共卫生问题。但目前CSVD相关认知功能障碍的发病机制尚未完全阐明,且缺乏早期诊断和治疗的有效手段。随着神经影像学技术和人工智能的飞速发展,多参数MRI和机器学习在CSVD相关认知功能障碍的辅助诊断和发病机制探索中发挥着越来越重要的作用。本文就近年来相关研究进展作一综述,旨在为阐明CSVD相关认知功能障碍的神经机制及其早期诊断提供全面、客观的影像学依据。
