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Objective:To investigate the current status of maternal body image during pregnancy, mother-infant attachment and postpartum depression and explore the mediating effect of mother-infant attachment on maternal body image during pregnancy and postpartum depression, in order to effectively reduce the incidence of postpartum depression and provide reference and guidance for alleviating depressive symptoms.Methods:A total of 362 pregnant women admitted to obstetric wards in Women′s Hospital of Nanjing Medical University were selected for a cross-sectional investigation by applying the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, the Body Image in Pregnancy Scale and the Maternal Postnatal Attachment Scale by convenient sampling from July to September 2022. Model 4 in the SPSS macro program PROCESS was used to test the mediating effect of maternal infant attachment between body image and postpartum depression.Results:Totally 362 valid questionnaires were retrieved including 194 individuals aged ≤30 years old and 168 individuals aged >30 years old. The scores of maternal body image during pregnancy, mother-infant attachment and postpartum depression were (89.24 ± 15.56), (71.40 ± 8.05), 7.50 (4.00, 11.00) points.Conclusions:Body image during pregnancy can not only directly predict postpartum depression, but also indirectly predict postpartum depression through the mediating effect of mother-infant attachment. In order to prevent or reduce the occurrence of postpartum depression, nursing staff should carry out intervention research based on influencing the path of postpartum depression from the perspective of positive psychology.
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In recent years, organ transplantation has developed rapidly in China, whereas the proportion of supply and demand of organs for donation is severely unbalanced. To resolve the shortage of donor livers, repairing extended criteria donor liver and improving the quality of donor liver are critical research directions. Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) is a category of stem cells with self-renewal and differentiation potential, which possess the functions of immunomodulation and tissue repair. The derivatives of MSC have the advantages of low immunogenicity and high biocompatibility, which have been widely applied in the treatment of multiple diseases. In this article, research progress on the role of MSC, exosomes and extracellular vesicles in alleviating liver steatosis, repairing ischemia-reperfusion injury and promoting the regeneration of small-for-size liver allograft was reviewed, and the feasibility and safety of MSC and the derivatives in repairing donor liver were summarized, aiming provide novel ideas for repairing marginal donor liver and enhancing the quality of liver allograft.
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Objective:To investigate the status of grief among maternal spouse after perinatal loss, and analyze its influencing factors, so as to provide some reference for male grief supporting strategic.Methods:Using the convenient sampling method, 180 male spouses of hospitalized women in the Department of Obstetrics from Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital from March to October 2022 were recruited. A cross-sectional survey was conducted by the general questionnaire, the Perinatal Grief Scale, the Family Adaptability and Cohesion Scale Ⅱ-Chinese Version, the Social Support Rating Scale, and the Simplified Coping Style Questionnaire.Results:The overall score of the Perinatal Grief Scale in male spouses of women who experienced a perinatal loss was (61.57 ± 14.14) points. The score of the Family Adaptability and Cohesion Scale Ⅱ-Chinese Version was (121 ± 14.42) points, the score of the Social Support Rating Scale was (34.23 ± 7.21) points, and the score of the Simplified Coping Style Questionnaire was (36.08 ± 7.64) points. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that participation in fetal interaction, loss of fetal age, social support and family adaptability were the main factors affecting male grief ( P<0.05). Conclusions:The grief among male spouses of women who experienced a perinatal loss is at a low level. The clinical medical staff can refer to the influencing factors and implement effective support, such as respecting the male's father status, coordinating social support resources, and improving the family's coping ability, in order to alleviate men's grief and help them return to normal life.
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Pulmonary fibrosis is the end-stage manifestation of a large class of lung diseases characterized by fibroblast proliferation and accumulation of a large amount of extracellular matrix accompanied by inflammatory injury and tissue structure destruction. Studies have shown that flavonoids have anti-pulmonary fibrosis effects through multiple paths, including dihydromyricetin, morin and fisetin can inhibit fibroblast differentiation; Trollius altaicus flavonoids, hesperidin and linarin can play an anti-inflammatory role; total flavonoids from Scutellaria baicalensis, scutellarin and chrysin can inhibit epithelial- mesenchymal transition; total flavonoids of Litchi chinensis, diosmin and silybin can play an anti-oxidative stress role; quercetin, baicalin and apigenin can regulate autophagy; total flavonoids of Oxytropis falcata, calycosin and dihydroquercetin can regulate apoptosis; naringin, scutellarin and total flavonoids of Dracocephalum moldavica can inhibit pyroptosis, thus exerting anti- pulmonary fibrosis effects.
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the anti-pulmonary fibrosis effect of linarin in vivo and in vitro, and investigate its mechanism preliminarily. METHODS C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into normal group (carboxymethylcellulose sodium), model group (carboxymethylcellulose sodium), positive control group (pirfenidone, 200 mg/kg), linarin low-dose and high-dose groups (12.5, 25 mg/kg), with 8 mice in each group. Except for normal group, pulmonary fibrosis model was induced in other groups. After modeling, they were given relevant medicine intragastrically, once a day, for consecutive 14 d. The general situation of mice was observed, and their lung indexes were measured; the levels of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and transforming growth factor-β1( TGF-β1) in serum and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in lung tissue were determined. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining and Masson staining were used to observe the histopathological morphology of lung. The pulmonary fibrosis was scored according to Ashcroft score standard. The expressions of α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA) and (type Ⅰ collagen, Collagen Ⅰ), phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated kinase (p-ERK1/2) and TGF-β1 in lung tissues were detected. HFL1 cells were stimulated by TGF- β1 to form pulmonary fibrosis model in vitro, which were divided into normal group, model group and linarin low-, medium- and high-concentration groups (3.7, 7.4, 14.8 mg/L). After being cultured for 48 h, the protein expressions of α-SMA, Collagen Ⅰ and p-ERK1/2 in HFL1 cells were detected. RESULTS In vivo, compared with normal group, the lung index of model group and the levels of TNF- α, TGF- β1 and IL-6 were significantly increased (P<0.01). There were a large number of inflammatory infiltration and cellular fibrosis lesions in the alveoli, and a large number of collagen depositions. The scores of HE staining and Masson staining were significantly increased (P<0.01). The protein expressions of α-SMA, Collagen Ⅰ, p-ERK1/2 and TGF-β1 in lung tissue were up-regulated significantly (P<0.01). Compared with model group, above indexes of mice were improved significantly in linarin high-dose group (P<0.05 or P<0.01), and most of indexes (except for lung index) were improved significantly in linarin low-dose group (P<0.05 or P<0.01). In vitro, compared with blank group, the density of cells in the model group increased, and obvious proliferation and other changes occurred; protein expressions of α-SMA, Collagen Ⅰ and p-ERK1/2 were significantly up-regulated (P<0.05 or P<0.01). Compared with model group, the cell density of each concentration group was decreased and the morphology gradually returned to normal; the expressions of above proteins in linarin high-concentration group and the protein expression of p-ERK1/2 in linarin medium-concentration group were down-regulated significantly(P<0.05 or P<0.01). CONCLUSIONS Linarin may regulate ERK and inflammatory pathways to reduce the inflammatory response, thereby exerting anti-pulmonary fibrosis effect.
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Objective:To summarize the scope of relevant research on the psychological state of parents during perinatal loss of re-pregnancy, and summarize the research status, so as to provide reference for future research and intervention.Methods:From the establishment of the database to December 2020, the literatures of China biomedical literature database, China Knowledge Network, VIP, Wanfang database, Medline, CINAHL, Web of Science, psychINFO and Cochrane Library were searched, the studies related to the psychological state, feelings and experience of the population were screened, and the JBI scope Review Guide was used as the methodological framework for analysis.Select the research related to the psychological state, feelings and experience of the population, and use the JBI scope review guide as the methodological framework for analysis.Results:Finally, 25 literatures were included, including 11 qualitative studies and 14 quantitative studies. Perinatal loss leads to an increased risk of psychological diseases when parents were re-pregnants, facing a complex mixture of new hope and uncertainty, and fathers were even more troubled by dual identity, but some parents could still benefit from perinatal loss.Conclusions:At present, China is lack of attention to the parents of perinatal loss of re-pregnancy. Medical staff should respect the differences of parents′ emotional expression, formulate targeted intervention measures, reduce the negative impact of perinatal loss, and guide the generation of positive psychology of the parents of re pregnancy.
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ObjectiveBased on the antidepressant activity, the optimal ratio of Rehmanniae Radix and Lilii Bulbus in Baihe Dihuangtang was optimized and its possible mechanism was preliminarily explored. MethodA total of 100 male mice were randomly divided into normal group, model group, Rehmanniae Radix single decoction group, Lilii Bulbus single decoction group, and 5 different ratios of Baihe Dihuangtang group (Rehmanniae Radix-Lilii Bulbus 5∶6, 5∶5 , 5∶4, 5∶3, 5∶2), fluoxetine hydrochloride group. Except for the normal group, the remaining 9 groups were treated with chronic unpredictable mild stress method (CUMS) for 21 consecutive days to establish the depression mouse model.The Rehmanniae Radix single decoction group, Lilii Bulbus single decoction group and 5 different ratios of Baihe Dihuangtang group were administered with corresponding drugs at a dose of 2 g·kg-1 respectively, and fluoxetine hydrochloride group was administered fluoxetine hydrochloride at a dose of 0.01 g·kg-1, the normal group and the model group were respectively given an equal volume of normal saline by gavage for 21 consecutive days. The antidepressant effect of Baihe Dihuangtang with different ratios was evaluated by behavioral experiments. Western blot was used to detect the expression levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and tyrosine kinase receptor B (TrkB) in hippocampus. The level of total superoxide dismutase (SOD) in hippocampus was detected by hydroxylamine method. The level of reduced glutathione (GSH) in hippocampus was detected by spectrophotometric method. The levels of glutathione peroxidase (GPX) and glutathione S-transferase (GST) in hippocampus was detected by colorimetric method. The level of malondialdehyde (MDA) in hippocampus was detected by thiobarbituric acid method, and preliminary exploration of its antidepressant mechanism. ResultCUMS caused a significant decrease in the preference rate of sugar water and a significant prolongation of forced swimming and tail suspension immobility time (P<0.01), while the different ratios of Baihe Dihuangtang and the single decoction of Rehmanniae Radix and Lilii Bulbus were significantly reversed to varying degrees. Abnormalities of the above indicators were observed (P<0.05, P<0.01), especially when the ratio of 5∶6 had the most obvious effect on the above indicators, Moreover, CUMS caused the hippocampal BDNF and the expression of TrkB, SOD and glutathione antioxidant-related indexes were significantly decreased (P<0.01), and the levels of lipid peroxidation product MDA was significantly increased (P<0.01). However, the superior ratio of Baihe Dihuangtang (Rehmanniae Radix-Lilii Bulbus 5∶6, 5∶5, 5∶4) and the single decoction of Rehmanniae Radix and Lilii Bulbus significantly reversed the abnormality of the above indicators to varying degrees (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionIn summary, 5 different ratios of Baihe Dihuangtang and the single decoction of Rehmanniae Radix and Lilii Bulbus can produce antidepressant effect, especially when the ratio of 5∶6 had the most obvious effect on the above indicators, and the antidepressant effect gradually weakens with the proportion of Lilii Bulbus in the recipe decreases, and its mechanism may involve enhancing the nutritional level and antioxidant defense ability of hippocampal central nervous system.
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【Objective】 To investigate the effects of miR-29b-3p on congenital heart disease and its mechanism. 【Methods】 The expression level of miR-29b-3p in serum from CHD patients and normal individuals, and in cells was detected by RT-qPCR. Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO) was used to induce P19 cells to differentiate into cardiomyocytes. Western blot was used to measure the expression levels of cardiogenesis-associated genes, and phosphatase and tensin homolog (PTEN) level in cells. The proliferation and migration of cardiomyocytes were measured by CCK-8 and Transwell assay, respectively. Dual-luciferase gene reporter assay was used to verify the targeted relationship between miR-29b-3p and PTEN. 【Results】 Compared with that of normal individuals, the expression of miR-29b-3p in CHD patients was decreased. During differentiation, miR-29b-3p level was higher at late stage than that at early stage. Downregulated miR-29b-3p inhibited the differentiation of P19 cells into cardiomyocytes, and inhibited cell proliferation and migration. miR-29b-3p targeted PTEN. The increased PTEN level induced by miR-29b-3p knockdown inhibited the differentiation of P19 cells, and proliferation and migration of cardiomyocytes. 【Conclusion】 miR-29b-3p was downregulated in the serum of CHD patients. The downregulation of miR-29b-3p inhibited the differentiation of P19 cells, proliferation and migration of cardiomyocytes by targeting and regulating PTEN.
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Objective To establish the reference intervals (RIs) of the four biochemical parameters for liver function [aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT), and alkaline phosphatase (ALP)] in adults by using the indirect method based on the data of subjects undergoing physical examination in laboratory information system (LIS). Methods With the help of the LIS, related data were collected from the healthy adults who underwent physical examination in Physical Examination Center of The First Hospital of Jilin University from October 2019 to October 2020. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test was used to check the normal distribution of the original data; data with skewed distribution were transformed into data with approximate normal distribution using the BOX-COX method; the Turkey method was used to remove outliers; the Mann-Whitney U test or the Z -test was used for comparison between groups; the non-parametric method was used to calculate RIs. Results A total of 27 218 subjects were included after the removal of outliers. All four parameters showed age and sex differences. The RIs of AST were 14-39 U/L for male individuals aged 20-79 years, 12-32 U/L for female individuals aged 20-49 years, and 14-39 U/L for female individuals aged 50-79 years; the RIs of ALT were 10-71 U/L for male individuals aged 20-54 years, 10-49 U/L for male individuals aged 55-79 years, 7-43 U/L for female individuals aged 20-49 years, and 9-49 U/L for female individuals aged 50-79 years; the RIs of GGT were 11-70 U/L for male individuals aged 20-64 years, 10-64 U/L for male individuals aged 65-79 years, 6-45 U/L for female individuals aged 20-49 years, and 7-54 U/L for female individuals aged 50-79 years; the RIs of ALP were 38-96 U/L for male individuals aged 20-79 years, 33-89 U/L for female individuals aged 20-49 years, and 40-106 U/L for female individuals aged 50-79 years. The RIs of AST, ALT, and GGT established in this study were similar to those in the industry standards of China (relative deviation < reference change value), and the RIs of all four biochemical parameters were verified by applicability. Conclusion The RIs of the four biochemical parameters for liver function established by the indirect method are relatively consistent with those established by the direct method, which holds promise for application in clinical laboratory.
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Objective@#To explore the relationship of sleep with C reactive protein (CRP) abnormality and hyperinsulinemia in adolescents, and to provide reference for early prevention of metabolic disorders.@*Methods@#Based on the Chinese Metabolic Syndrome Cohort Study in Anhui Province, a total of 653 adolescents aged 12 to 19 were selected to examine the relationship between wakeup time, bedtime, sleep disordered breathing (SDB) and CRP abnormality as well as hyperinsulinemia.@*Results@#Later wakeup time (OR=1.68, 95%CI=1.03-2.75) was positively correlated with a higher risk of fasting hyperinsulinemia. Late bedtime (OR=1.96, 95%CI=1.29-2.99) was associated with 2 h postprandial hyperinsulinemia. Among those with high CRP concentration, late wakeup time and late bedtime were positely associated with hyperinsulinemia than those with normal CRP concentration; and the correlation between SDB and hyperinsulinemia was observed.@*Conclusion@#Later wakeup and late bedtime may be risk factors for hyperinsulinemia in adolescents. High concentrations of CRP may further increase the risk of hyperinsulinemia, a condition associated with sleep problems.Teenagers should get up and go to bed as early as possible.
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Objective:To investigate the current training needs of hospice care among health providers in Shanghai.Methods:Based on the B.S. Bloom classification of educational objectives,a questionnaire on the training needs of hospice care for health providers in Shanghai was developed. From November to December 2019,a questionnaire survey on the training needs of hospice care was conducted among 7 074 health providers in 223 medical institutions in Shanghai.Results:A total of 7 027 valid questionnaires were recovered, with an effective recovery rate of 99.3%. The training needs of health providers in Shanghai exceeded 71.0% for all items,with the average score of (2.58±0.63). The degree of training needs in each dimension ranges from high to low were knowledge(2.59±0.64), action(2.57±0.68) and motion(2.56±0.70). The top three training needs were“living will and law”(80.5%,5 660/7 027),“social work methods for hospice care”(75.3%, 5 290/7 027)and“stress and adaption in hospice care services”(75.1%,5 279/7 027). Female health providers(2.61±0.62), administrators, medical personnel and other post workers(2.68±0.56),those with junior professional title(2.61±0.62), with no witness of dying process(2.65±0.58),and those without participating in hospice care service(2.68±0.55)had higher training needs( P<0.05). Conclusion:The training needs of hospice care for health providers are very high in all hospitals. It is suggested to conduct stratified and targeted training for health providers in different positions and institutions according to the different training needs of hospice care.
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The provision of hospice care can improve the quality of life for terminal patients. Currently the measurement tools for knowledge, attitudes and practices(KAP)of hospice care providers have been developed and widely used internationally. This article reviews the measurement scales and relevant factors for KAP of hospice care to provide reference for further studies. The databases of CNKI, Wanfang data, PubMed, Web of Science databases, Google and Baidu search engines were systematically searched. According to the retrieval strategy, 42 literatures were finally included for analysis. The development of measurement scales and influencing factors about KAP of medical staff were reviewed from the included studies. It appeared some mature scales have been applied in different extent, or available for interpretation into different language versions. Most of researches adopted quantitative tools to measure medical staff's KAP on hospice care. The current researches conducted in China mainland showed a change on target population from nurses to specialized doctors and from a single group to multidisciplinary medical team. In the future, it would be more focusing on multidisciplinary team mainly comprised of general practitioners, nurses and social workers. Till recently, there is little literature evidence for study of the characteristics of localization.
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Objective@#To assess surgical outcomes of implanted porcine small intestinal submucosa (SIS) mesh in the rabbit vesicovaginal space (VVS) and explore its application value in pelvic floor reconstruction surgery.@*Methods@#Sixteen male rabbits were randomly divided into four groups, and each group had four rabbits. All groups of rabbits were implanted with SIS mesh in the vesicovaginal space. They were humanely killed after a postoperative period of 7, 30, 90 and 180 days by group. The grafted area was removed with the surrounding bladder and vaginal tissues. The specimens were embedded in paraffin and then stained with HE and Masson's trichrome stains for visual observations, cells counts, and assessment of tissues and collagen fibers.@*Results@#(1) After HE staining, a large number of inflammatory response cells mainly eosinophils and lymphocytes infiltrated around the SIS mesh in 7 days group, and neovascularization was observed, the infiltration area of inflammatory response cells further increased in 30 days group, the infiltration area of inflammatory response cells significantly reduced in 90 days group, while the inflammatory response basically subsided in 180 days group. (2) After Masson's trichromestaining, the collagen structure of SIS mesh in 7 days group was clear and intact. While, the collagen structure of SIS mesh was partially degraded in 30 days group, the SIS meshes of 4 rabbits were completely degraded, but the collagen fragments of SIS remained in 90 days group. In 180 days group, the SIS mesh of all rabbits was degraded, and one of them had the formation of new collagen fibers.@*Conclusions@#SIS mesh implanted into the VVS of rabbits can lead to a transient non infective inflammatory reaction, which could be completely degraded and a small amount of new collagen fibers could be produced after 180 days of implantation. Which shown that SIS mesh should be used cautiously in pelvic floor reconstruction surgery.
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Objective:To assess surgical outcomes of implanted porcine small intestinal submucosa (SIS) mesh in the rabbit vesicovaginal space (VVS) and explore its application value in pelvic floor reconstruction surgery.Methods:Sixteen male rabbits were randomly divided into four groups, and each group had four rabbits. All groups of rabbits were implanted with SIS mesh in the vesicovaginal space. They were humanely killed after a postoperative period of 7, 30, 90 and 180 days by group. The grafted area was removed with the surrounding bladder and vaginal tissues. The specimens were embedded in paraffin and then stained with HE and Masson's trichrome stains for visual observations, cells counts, and assessment of tissues and collagen fibers.Results:(1) After HE staining, a large number of inflammatory response cells mainly eosinophils and lymphocytes infiltrated around the SIS mesh in 7 days group, and neovascularization was observed, the infiltration area of inflammatory response cells further increased in 30 days group, the infiltration area of inflammatory response cells significantly reduced in 90 days group, while the inflammatory response basically subsided in 180 days group. (2) After Masson's trichromestaining, the collagen structure of SIS mesh in 7 days group was clear and intact. While, the collagen structure of SIS mesh was partially degraded in 30 days group, the SIS meshes of 4 rabbits were completely degraded, but the collagen fragments of SIS remained in 90 days group. In 180 days group, the SIS mesh of all rabbits was degraded, and one of them had the formation of new collagen fibers.Conclusions:SIS mesh implanted into the VVS of rabbits can lead to a transient non infective inflammatory reaction, which could be completely degraded and a small amount of new collagen fibers could be produced after 180 days of implantation. Which shown that SIS mesh should be used cautiously in pelvic floor reconstruction surgery.
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Objective To explore the value of primary and Advanced levels of laparoscopic simulating training in different seniority of gynecologic residents.Methods 77 residents in their first to forth training-year were divided into two groups:1-2 year resident and 3-4 year resident,trained with different levels of simulating training plans respectively and then assessed in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Peking University Third Hospital.Results The qualified rate of primary and advanced simulation training was 85.7% and 57.1% respectively.The qualified rate of primary training (80.4% vs.100.0%,P=0.028) and advanced training (12.5% vs.57.14%,P=0.000) were significantly different between 1-2 year residents and 3-4 year residents.The operative skills improved significantly in all the residents.In the 1-2 year residents,the scores of the primary training increased more obviously,while in the 3-4 year residents,the scores of the advanced training increased significantly.Conclusion It might be more effective for residents with different seniority to receive different levels of simulating training accordingly,so as to improve their laparoscopic operative skills more effectively.
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Objective To explore the effect of kangaroo mother care(KMC)on breastfeeding, behavior,body temperature and weight of full-term newborn. Methods A total of 80 full-term newborns from March to December of 2017 were selected by the convenience sampling method, and were randomly divided into control group and intervention group, with 40 cases each group. Routine obstetric nursing was provided for the newborns in the control group. In addition,one hour of KMC was provided for the newborns in the intervention group. The LATCH scores, neonatal behaviors, body temperature and weight were observed on daily basis. Meanwhile, an interview was conducted to investigate mothers′attitudes towards KMC. Results The LATCH scores of the intervention group for the second and third days were respectively (6.52±0.81) and (7.75±1.08), which were higher than that in control group (5.95±0.95), (7.02± 1.07). The differences were statistically significant (t=2.887,3.010,P<0.05). The behavioral status of neonates in the intervention group for 3 days was (3.65±1.12), (3.42±0.87), (3.35±1.07), all of which were lower than that in control group (4.57 ± 0.98), (4.50 ± 1.24), (4.65 ± 1.27), and the differences were statistically significant (t=-4.593,-8.285,-7.029, P<0.01). The interviews showed that 100.0%(40/40) of mothers were satisfied with KMC and were very happy in the process.95.0%(38/40)of mothers believe that KMC can increase mother-child relationships.82.5%(33/40)of mothers believe that KMC can keep children quiet.72.5%(29/40)of mothers feel that KMC can relieve pain in the abdomen or perineum. Conclusions In the hospital, 1h of KMC can make breastfeeding more effective and the newborn condition is more stable, which is worthy of clinical application.
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@#To investigate the effect and possible mechanisms of triterpenic acid-enriched fraction from Cyclocarya paliurus(TAE)on glucagon secretion in insulin-resistance pancreatic α cells, the model of insulin resistance in αTC1-6 cells was induced by long term exposure to high glucose. Experimental groups were divided as follow: control(5. 5 mmol/L glucose), model(25 mmol/L), TAE(1, 5, 10 μg/mL), and TAE(10 μg/mL)plus wortmannin(10 nmol/L)group. The supernatant and lysate of treated cells were collected to determine glucagon secretion by ELISA kit. The mRNA and protein abundance of IRS-1, PI3K and Akt were measured by qPCR and Western blot analysis. Results showed that TAE could not only significantly reduce glucagon secretion induce by high glucose in a dose-dependent manner, but also remarkably increased the mRNA and protein abundance of IRS-1, PI3K and Akt in αTC1-6 cells. However, these effects of TAE were reversed by PI3K inhibitor wortmannin. In conclusion, it suggested that TAE could improve the insulin resistance induced by high glucose in pancreatic α cells which may be related with the activation of IRS-1/PI3K/Akt signaling pathway.
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BACKGROUND:Human amniotic epithelial cells have some properties of stem cells, which can be induced to differentiate into corneal epithelial cells, but cannot be tracedin vitro. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the feasibility and infection efficiency of adenovirus vector carrying enhanced green fluorescent protein (EGFP) into the human amniotic epithelial cells. METHODS:The adenovirus vectors carrying EGFP was transferred into human amniotic epithelial cells culturedin vitro. After cultured and amplified, the morphology difference between transfected and non-transfected human amniotic epithelial cels was observed. The transfected human amniotic epithelial cells were observed under fluorescence microscope, and the cell cycle and the expression rate of EGFP in transfected human amniotic epithelial cells were detected by flow cytometry. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:No obvious difference in the cell morphology was found between transfected human amniotic epithelial cells and normal human amniotic epithelial cells cultured in vitro. Flow cytometry analysis revealed that the EGFP positive rate was highest and reached up to 99.01% at 48 hours after transient transfection. The cell cycle of human amniotic epithelial cells transfected by the adenovirus vector was slowed a bit. To conclude, the adenovirus vector is a good medium of transfecting EGFP into human amniotic epithelial cells, and makes it more convenient to observe the further transformation of human amniotic epithelial celsin vitro.
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Objective To explore the reasonable dose of hydromorphone hydrochloride in the elderly patients after hip surgery. Methods 120 cases of elderly patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty in Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University from April 2016 to July 2016 were divided into six groups randomely,with 20 cases each group,they were 0.020,0.035,0.050,0.065,0.080 and 0.095mg/mL group,the corresponding concentrations of HYD were given to each group after surgery,blood rheology, inflammatory cytokine, VAS and Ramsay sedation scores were observed at different time points, Complications were recorded. Results One day and three days after operation,whole blood viscosity and whole blood reduced viscosity level of six groups were significantly increased (P<0.05),with the increase of the concentration of HYD,whole blood viscosity and whole blood reducing viscosity of each group decreased,compared with 0.020-0.050 mg/mL group,the 0.065-0.095 mg/mL group was lower (P<0.05).One day and three days after operation,the levels of inflammatory cytokines were increased in six groups (P<0.05),with the increase of the concentration of HYD,the level of inflammatory factors decreased,compared with 0.020-0.050 mg/mL group,the 0.065-0.095 mg/mL group was lower (P<0.05).The VAS scores of six groups were decreased in different degree with the prolongation of time, with the increase of the concentration of HYD,VAS at different time after operation decreased to some extent (P<0.05),compared with 0.020-0.035 mg/mL group,the 0.050-0.095 mg/mL group was lower (P<0.05). Ramsay sedation scores increased in 0.020-0.035mg/mL group and decreased in 0.065-0.095mg/mL group,but no significant change in 0.050mg/mL group. The incidence of adverse reactions was the lowest in the 0.050 mg/mL group. Conclusion HYD can be used for postoperative analgesia in elderly patients undergoing hip joint surgery,the concentration of HYD was correlated with the analgesic efficiency, and the recommended concentration was 0.050 mg/mL.
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Objective To evaluate the quality of observational studies on pelvic organ prolapse in China.Methods The checklist of strengthening the reporting of observational studies in epidemiology (STROBE) statement was applied to evaluate the observational studies.The articles were searched in the SinoMed database using the terms:prolapse,uterine prolapse,cystocele,rectal prolapse and pelvic floor;limited to Chinese core journals in obstetrics and gynecology from January 1996 to December 2015.With two 10-year groups (1996-2005 and 2006-2015),the x2 test was used to evaluate inter-group differences.Results (1) A total of 386 observational studies were selected,including 15.5%(60/386) of case-control studies,80.6%(311/386) of cohort studies and 3.9% (15/386) of cross-sectional studies.(2) There were totally 22 items including 34 sub-items in the checklist.There were 17 sub-items (50.0%,17/34) had a reporting ratio less than 50% in all of aticles,including:1a (study's design) 3.9% (15/386),6a (participants) 24.6%(95/386),6b (matched studies) 0 (0/386),9 (bias) 8.3% (32/386),10 (study size) 3.9%,11 (quantitative variables) 41.2% (159/386),12b-12e (statistical methods in detail) 0-2.6% (10/386),13a (numbers of individuals at each stage of study) 18.9% (73/386),13b (reasons for non-participation at each stage) 18.9%,13c (flow diagram) 0,16b and 16c (results of category boundaries and relative risk) 9.6% (37/386) and 0,19 (limitations) 31.6% (122/386),22 (funding) 20.5% (79/386).(3) The quality of articles published in the two decades (1996-2005 and 2006-2015) were compared,and 38.2% (13/34) of sub-items had been significantly improved in the second 10-year (all P<0.05).The improved items were as follows:1b (integrity of abstract),2 (background/rationale),6a (participants),7 (variables),8 (data sources/measurement),9 (bias),11 (quantitative variables),12a (statistical methods),17 (other analyses),18 (key results),19 (limitations),21 (generalisability),22 (funding).Conclusions The quality of observational studies on POP in China is suboptimal in half of evaluation items.However,the quality of articles published in the second 10-year have significantly improved.