Causal relationship between endometrial cancer and risk of breast cancer: A 2-sample Mendelian randomization study.

Several studies have confirmed the important role of endometrial cancer (EC) in the development and progression of breast cancer (BC), and this study will explore the causal relationship between EC and BC by 2-sample Mendelian randomization analysis. Pooled data from published genome-wide association studies were used to assess the association between EC and BC risk in women using 5 methods, namely, inverse variance weighting (IVW), MR-Egger, weighted median (WME), simple multimaximetry (SM) and weighted multimaximetry (WM) with the EC-associated genetic loci as the instrumental variables (IV) and sensitivity analyses were used to assess the robustness of the results. The statistical results showed a causal association between EC and BC (IVW: OR = 1.07, 95% CI = 1.01-1.32, P = .02; MR-Egger: OR = 1.21, 95% CI = 0.71-1.51, P = .11; weighted median: OR = 1.05, 95% CI = 0.97-1.31, P = .19; simple plurality method: OR = 0.98, 95% CI = 0.81-1.15, P = .78; weighted plurality method: OR = 0.98, 95% CI = 0.81-1.14, P = .75), and the results of the sensitivity analyses showed that there was no significant heterogeneity or multiplicity, and the results were stable. EC is associated with an increased risk of developing BC. The results of this MR analysis can be used as a guideline for screening for BC in women with EC and to help raise awareness of screening for early detection and treatment.

Circular Differential Photocurrent Mapping of Hot Electron Response from Individual Plasmonic Nanohelicoids.

Chiral plasmonic nanocrystals have recently attracted increasing attention in circular polarization-dependent photocatalysis driven by hot carriers. While being concealed in traditional ensemble measurements, the individual chiral photocatalytic activity of nanocrystals can exclusively be revealed by directly correlating the circular differential photocurrent response to helical morphologies using single-particle techniques. Herein, we develop a method named circular differential photocurrent mapping (CDPM) and demonstrate that CDPM can be used to characterize the circular differential hot electron (CDHE) response from individual Au nanohelicoids (AuNHs) on a TiO2 photoanode in a photoelectrochemical cell. The single-particle circular differential scattering and CDHE measurements were interpreted with calculations performed on a model in direct correlation to the helical morphologies of the nanocrystal. While CDHE response was found inactive at a dipolar resonance of 750 nm, helicity-convoluted sites of HE generation were identified on the AuNH at a specific higher-order mode of 550 nm, resulting in a significant response of CDHE in association with the handedness of the AuNH. Details of circular differential contributions were further resolved by examining the efficiencies of individual AuNHs in terms of g-factors. Our study provides a powerful microscopic method at the single-particle level for the photocatalytic characterization of chiral nanocrystals, gaining fundamental insights into the photocatalysis of chirality, especially toward plasmon-induced asymmetrical photochemistry or photoelectrochemistry.

Optical Coupling in Atomic Waveguide for Vertically Integrated Photonics.

Integrated 2-dimensional (2D) photonic devices such as monolayer waveguide has generated exceptional interest because of their ultimate thinness. In particular, they potentially permit stereo photonic architecture through bond-free van der Waals integration. However, little is known about the coupling and controlling of the single-atom guided wave to its photonic environment, which governs the design and application of integrated system. Here, we report the optical coupling of atomically guided waves to other photonic modes. We directly probe the mode beating between evanescent waves in a monolayer 2D waveguide and a silicon photonic waveguide, which constitutes a vertically integrated interferometer. The mode-coupling measures the dispersion relation of the guided wave inside the atomic waveguide and unveils it strongly modifies matter's electronic states, manifesting by the formation of a propagating polariton. We also demonstrated light modulating and spectral detecting in this compact nonplanar interferometer. These findings provide a generalizable and versatile platform toward monolithic 3-dimensional integrated photonics.

Lactobacillus paracasei JY062 Alleviates Glucolipid Metabolism Disorders via the Adipoinsular Axis and Gut Microbiota.

Glycolipid metabolic disorders (GLMD) refer to a series of metabolic disorders caused by abnormal processes of glucose and lipid synthesis, decomposition, and absorption in the body, leading to glucose and lipid excess, insulin resistance, and obesity. Probiotic intervention is a new strategy to alleviate metabolic syndrome. Lactobacillus paracasei JY062 (L. paracasei JY062) was separated from the Tibet-fermented dairy products. The results demonstrated a strong ability to relieve blood glucose disorders, blood lipid disorders, and tissue damage. The LPH group had the best effect, significantly decreasing the total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), leptin, insulin, and free fatty acid (FFA) concentrations and increasing the high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, adiponectin, and GLP-1 level compared to HFD-group mice. L. paracasei JY062 could activate the APN-AMPK pathway, increased AdipoQ, AMPK GLUT-4, and PGC-1α mRNA expression and decreased SREBP-1c, ACC, and FAS mRNA expression. L. paracasei JY062 intervention decreased the relative abundance of harmful bacteria, increased the relative abundance of beneficial bacteria, and restored the imbalance of gut microbiota homeostasis caused by a high-glucose-fat diet. L. paracasei JY062 alleviated glucolipid metabolism disorders via the adipoinsular axis and gut microbiota. This study provided a theoretical basis for probiotics to ameliorate glucolipid metabolism disorders by regulating the adipoinsular axis.

Inversion of the Chiroptical Responses of Chiral Gold Nanoparticles with a Gold Film.

The deposition of chiral nanoparticles (NPs) onto various substrates is crucial for the fabrication of high-density photonic devices. Understanding the interaction of chiral light and chiral NPs supported on substrates is essential for developing optical sensors and modulators. However, the chiroptical responses of plasmonic chiral NPs on substrates have remained elusive. Here we provide an important understanding of the correlation between the substrate material and the chiroptical response. The scattering dissymmetry factors of individual chiral Au nanocubes are inverted and enhanced with a gold film. Qualitative theories are proposed to analyze the observed variations in the chiroptical signals of chiral NPs on different substrates. Our results offer an encouraging route for modulating and amplifying the chiroptical signals in the use of chiral NPs in light control, light-based quantum technologies, and sensing.

Chiral Gold Nanorods with Five-Fold Rotational Symmetry and Orientation-Dependent Chiroptical Properties of Their Monomers and Dimers.

Chiral plasmonic nanoparticles have attracted much attention because of their strong chiroptical responses and broad scientific applications. However, the types of chiral plasmonic nanoparticles have remained limited. Herein we report on a new type of chiral nanoparticle, chiral Au nanorod (NR) with five-fold rotational symmetry, which is synthesized using chiral molecules. Three different types of Au seeds (Au elongated nanodecahedrons, nanodecahedrons, and nanobipyramids) are used to study the growth behaviors. Different synthesis parameters, including the chiral molecules, surfactant, reductant, seeds, and Au precursor, are systematically varied to optimize the chiroptical responses of the chiral Au NRs. The chiral scattering measurements on the individual chiral Au NRs and their dimers are performed. Intriguingly, the chiroptical signals of the individual chiral Au NRs and their end-to-end dimers are similar, while those of the side-by-side dimers are largely reduced. Theoretical calculations and numerical simulations reveal that the different chiroptical responses of the chiral NR dimers are originated from the coupling effect between the plasmon resonance modes. Our study enriches chiral plasmonic nanoparticles and provides valuable insight for the design of plasmonic nanostructures with desired chiroptical properties.

Halide-assisted differential growth of chiral nanoparticles with threefold rotational symmetry.

Enriching the library of chiral plasmonic nanoparticles that can be chemically mass-produced will greatly facilitate the applications of chiral plasmonics in areas ranging from constructing optical metamaterials to sensing chiral molecules and activating immune cells. Here we report on a halide-assisted differential growth strategy that can direct the anisotropic growth of chiral Au nanoparticles with tunable sizes and diverse morphologies. Anisotropic Au nanodisks are employed as seeds to yield triskelion-shaped chiral nanoparticles with threefold rotational symmetry and high dissymmetry factors. The averaged scattering g-factors of the L- and D-nanotriskelions are as large as 0.57 and - 0.49 at 650 nm, respectively. The Au nanotriskelions have been applied in chiral optical switching devices and chiral nanoemitters. We also demonstrate that the manipulation of the directional growth rate enables the generation of a variety of chiral morphologies in the presence of homochiral ligands.

[Clinical application of Fastpass Scorpion suture passer for arthroscopic Bankart repair].

Objective: To explore the effectiveness and advantages of using Fastpass Scorpion suture passer to stitch the inferior capsulolabral complex in arthroscopic Bankart repair compared with traditional arthroscopic suture shuttle. Methods: The clinical data of 41 patients with Bankart lesion, who met the selection criteria and were admitted between August 2019 and October 2021, was retrospectively analyzed. Under arthroscopy, the inferior capsulolabral complex was stitched with Fastpass Scorpion suture passer in 27 patients (FS group) and with arthroscopic suture shuttle in 14 patients (ASS group). There was no significant difference between the two groups ( P>0.05) in gender, age, injured side, frequency of shoulder dislocation, time from first dislocation to operation, and preoperative Rowe score of shoulder. Taking successful suture and pull-tightening as the criteria for completion of repair, the number of patients that were repaired at 5∶00 to 6∶00 (<6:00) and 6∶00 to 7∶00 positions of the glenoid in the two groups was compared. The operation time, and the difference of Rowe shoulder score betwee pre- and post-operation, the occurrence of shoulder joint dislocation, the results of apprehension test, and the constituent ratio of recovery to the pre-injury movement level between the two groups at 1 year after operation. Results: Both groups completed the repair at 5∶00 to 6∶00 (<6∶00), and the constituent ratio of patients completed at 6∶00 to 7∶00 was significantly greater in the FS group than in the ASS group ( P<0.05). The operation time was significantly shorter in the FS group than in the ASS group ( P<0.05). All incisions in the two groups healed by first intention. All patients were followed up 12-36 months (mean, 19.1 months). No anchor displacement or neurovascular injury occurred during follow-up. Rowe score of shoulder in the two groups significantly improved at 1 year after operation than preoperative scores ( P<0.05), and there was no significant difference in the difference of Rowe shoulder score between pre- and post-operation between the two groups ( P>0.05). At 1 year after operation, no re-dislocation occurred, and there was no significant difference in the apprehension test and the constituent ratio of recovery to the pre-injury movement level between the two groups ( P>0.05). Conclusion: Compared with the arthroscopic suture shuttle, using Fastpass Scorpion suture passer to stitch the inferior capsulolabral complex in arthroscopic Bankart repair is more convenient, saves operation time, and has good effectiveness.

Plasmon-Controlled Selective Emission Enhancement of Eu3+ with (Au Core)@(Y(V,P)O4:Eu) Nanostructures.

Plasmonic nanostructures have a capability to control the photoluminescence (PL) emission properties of optical species and thus can dramatically enhance the performances of diverse optical systems and devices. Lanthanide ions typically exhibit multiple PL emission lines. Systematic studies on the plasmon-enabled selective enhancement for the different emission lines of lanthanide ions are still highly desired in order to achieve the fine manipulation on the spectral profile and luminescence intensity ratio (LIR). Herein we report on the synthesis and PL emission properties of monodisperse spherical (Au core)@(Y(V,P)O4:Eu) nanostructures, which integrate the plasmonic and luminescent units into an individual core@shell structure. The localized surface plasmon resonance adjusted through control of the size of the Au nanosphere core enables the systematic modulation of the selective emission enhancement of Eu3+. As revealed by single-particle scattering and PL measurements, the five luminescence emission lines of Eu3+ originating from the 5D0,1 excitation states are affected by the localized plasmon resonance to different extents, which are dependent on both the dipole transition nature and the intrinsic quantum yield of the emission line. Based on the plasmon-enabled tunable LIR, high-level anticounterfeiting and optical temperature measurements for photothermal conversion are further demonstrated. Our architecture design and PL emission tuning results offer many possibilities for constructing multifunctional optical materials by integrating plasmonic and luminescent building blocks into hybrid nanostructures with different configurations.

Effects of platelet-rich plasma on subchondral bone marrow edema and biomarkers in synovial fluid of knee osteoarthritis.

BACKGROUND: The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on subchondral bone marrow edema (BME) and the level of biomarkers in synovial fluid of the knee osteoarthritis. METHODS: Eighty-one patients with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis were randomly divided into two groups according to the number of inpatients. Forty-five cases were treated with intra-articular injection of PRP (PRP group), 36 cases were treated with sodium hyaluronate (SH group), and the clinical effects were evaluated using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) scores. The changes of subchondral BME were assessed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) before and after treatment. The levels of TNFα, IL-6, MCP-1, MMP-1, MMP-3, and MMP-9 in synovial fluid were also detected. RESULTS: All the patients completed the corresponding treatment and were followed up for 12 months without serious complications. After the treatment, the VAS and WOMAC scores of the two groups were significantly decreased, and the difference was statistically significant at different time points (P < 0.05). The VAS and WOMAC scores of the PRP group were better than those of the SH group (P < 0.05). MRI showed that the subchondral bone edema of the two groups were reduced in varying degrees, and the reduction was more noticeable in the PRP group (P < 0.05). The levels of TNFα, IL-6, MCP-1, MMP-1, MMP-3, and MMP-9 in two groups were decreased, and the difference was statistically significant at different time points (P < 0.05). However, the levels of TNFα, IL-6, MCP-1, MMP-1, MMP-3, and MMP-9 in the PRP group were significantly lower than those in the SH group (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Intra-articular injection of PRP can significantly reduce the subchondral BME and the level of biomarkers in synovial fluid of the symptomatic knee osteoarthritis.

Synthesis of Bitten Gold Nanoparticles with Single-Particle Chiroptical Responses.

The introduction of structural complexity to nanoparticles brings them interesting properties. Regularity breaking has been challenging in the chemical synthesis of nanoparticles. Most reported chemical methods for synthesizing irregular nanoparticles are complicated and laborious, largely hindering the exploration of structural irregularity in nanoscience. In this study, the authors have combined seed-mediated growth and Pt(IV)-induced etching to synthesize two types of unprecedented Au nanoparticles, bitten nanospheres and nanodecahedrons, with size control. Each nanoparticle has an irregular cavity on it. They exhibit distinct single-particle chiroptical responses. Perfect Au nanospheres and nanorods without any cavity do not show optical chirality, which demonstrates that the geometrical structure of the bitten opening plays a decisive role in the generation of chiroptical responses.

Chinese Experts Consensus and Practice Guideline on Discoid Lateral Meniscus.

Discoid lateral meniscus (DLM) is the most common congenital variant of the lateral meniscus, which is prone to degeneration and lesions, and often leads to knee osteoarthritis. At present, there is no consensus on the clinical practice of DLM, and this expert consensus and practice guidelines on DLM was developed and approved by Chinese Society of Sports Medicine according to the Delphi method. Among 32 statements drafted, 14 statements were excluded for redundant information, and 18 statements achieved consensus. This expert consensus focused on the definition, epidemiology, etiology, classification, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and rehabilitation of DLM. Restoring the normal shape, retaining appropriate width and thickness, and ensuring the stability of the remnant meniscus is critical to sustaining the physiological function of the meniscus and preserving the knee. The partial meniscectomy with or without repair should be the first-line treatment when possible, given that the clinical and radiological long-term outcomes of total or subtotal meniscectomy are worse.

Guidelines on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lateral Meniscal Lesions: A Consensus Statement by the Chinese Society of Sports Medicine.

Background: The lateral meniscus is a unique structure of the knee joint, and its anatomy, function, pathological process, and treatment are distinct from those of the medial meniscus. To date, no consensus on the management of lateral meniscal lesions has been published, and clinical decision-making is challenging. To facilitate this, consensus and practice guidelines for lateral meniscal lesions were developed and endorsed by the Chinese Society of Sports Medicine. Study Design: Consensus statement. Methods: This project followed the Delphi approach to the consensus process, involving steering, rating, and peer review groups. A total of 61 experts in the fields of sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery were invited to participate in the compilation of a consensus statement on lateral meniscal lesions. (The discoid lateral meniscus was addressed by separate consensus.) To begin, the steering group drafted a set of questions and replies regarding lateral meniscal lesions. An online panel discussion was then held to provide initial agreement and comments on the statements, followed by a round of anonymous voting. Results and feedback were sent to the steering group for a second draft. A second round of voting was then held, and each statement was discussed during a combined meeting of the steering and rating groups. Finally, a consensus draft was evaluated by a review group. Results: Fifty-three questions and answers addressing lateral meniscal lesions were drafted, and 20 statements were excluded because of redundant information during the first round of voting. Ultimately, 33 statements were completed, 9 of which were unanimous. Conclusion: This expert consensus process focused on the anatomy, function, pathological processes, and treatment of lateral meniscal lesions. Accepted recommendations in these areas can assist doctors and therapists in standardizing the management of related pathology. The consensus statement indicates that certain types of lateral meniscal tears that were previously considered irreparable can be repaired. Preservation of the lateral meniscus should be the first-line treatment whenever possible, because the long-term clinical and radiological outcomes are worse after partial meniscectomy.

A Colorimetric Strategy Based on Aptamer-Catalyzed Hairpin Assembly for the On-Site Detection of Salmonella typhimurium in Milk.

Salmonella typhimurium (S. typhimurium) is a foodborne pathogen that has caused numerous outbreaks worldwide, necessitating the development of on-site strategy to prevent early contamination. Here, we set up an enzyme-free strategy for aptamer-catalyzed hairpin assembly in which salt-induced aggregation of unmodified gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) served as a colorimetric signal output, allowing on-site detection of S. typhimurium in milk. The aptamer-functionalized magnetic beads were used as a vehicle of specifically enriching target bacteria which conjugated with target aptamer to trigger the "Y" shape catalytic hairpin assembly (Y-CHA) circuit. Due to the hairpins desorbing from the surface of AuNPs to the formation of a large amount of double-stranded DNA (dsDNA), AuNPs turned from dispersion to aggregation in the presence of S. typhimurium, resulting in a change of the colorimetric signal from red to blue-gray. The signal output showed a linear relationship for S. typhimurium over a concentration range of 102 to 106 CFU/mL, with a sensitivity of 2.4 × 102 CFU/mL under optimal conditions. The visual protocol has excellent selectivity even in the presence of other competitive bacteria and has been validated in real milk samples with a sensitivity of 2.8 × 103 CFU/mL.

Preventive Effect and Molecular Mechanism of Lactobacillus rhamnosus JL1 on Food-Borne Obesity in Mice.

Probiotics can prevent obesity and related metabolic complications. In our study, the protective effect and molecular mechanism of Lactobacillus rhamnosus JL1 (separated from the feces of healthy infants) on high-fat diet mice were investigated. After 10 weeks of dietary intervention with L. rhamnosus JL1 intervention, the body weight of the JL1 group (23.78 g) was significantly lower than that of the HFD group (26.59 g, p < 0.05) and the liver index was reduced. Serum biochemical analysis showed that the TC, TG and LDL-C contents of JL1 group mice were significantly decreased (p < 0.05). Histological images of the mice livers showed that the degree of lipid action and damage of hepatic cells were improved. L. rhamnosus JL1 activated the AMPK pathway, and reduced the gene expression of PPAR-γ, LXR-α and SREBP-1C. In addition, the protein expression of PPAR-γ and LXR-α were reduced. After dietary intervention with L. rhamnosus JL1, the concentration of acetic acid, propionic acid, and butyric acid were increased significantly, especially the concentration of butyric acid, which was 63.16% higher than that of the HFD group (p < 0.05). In conclusion, this study provided a theoretical reference for the development and application of probiotics derived from healthy infant feces in health products and functional foods.

Gold Nanorods: The Most Versatile Plasmonic Nanoparticles.

Gold nanorods (NRs), pseudo-one-dimensional rod-shaped nanoparticles (NPs), have become one of the burgeoning materials in the recent years due to their anisotropic shape and adjustable plasmonic properties. With the continuous improvement in synthetic methods, a variety of materials have been attached around Au NRs to achieve unexpected or improved plasmonic properties and explore state-of-the-art technologies. In this review, we comprehensively summarize the latest progress on Au NRs, the most versatile anisotropic plasmonic NPs. We present a representative overview of the advances in the synthetic strategies and outline an extensive catalogue of Au-NR-based heterostructures with tailored architectures and special functionalities. The bottom-up assembly of Au NRs into preprogrammed metastructures is then discussed, as well as the design principles. We also provide a systematic elucidation of the different plasmonic properties associated with the Au-NR-based structures, followed by a discussion of the promising applications of Au NRs in various fields. We finally discuss the future research directions and challenges of Au NRs.

Plasmon-Enhanced, Self-Traced Nanomotors on the Surface of Silicon.

Light-driven nanomotors have attracted much attention due to their potential applications. The movement of conventional nanomotors typically occurs in the solution phase, which limits their application fields. Utilizing visible light to drive nanomotors at the solid-liquid interface represents a grand challenge due to the large friction force between the nanomotor and the solid surface. Based on the attractive plasmon resonance of Au nanocrystals, for the first time, plasmon-enhanced Au nanocrystal-based nanomotors moving at the silicon-aqueous solution interface have been developed. Such nanomotors move with a clear trace engraved on the Si surface, representing an excellent and exceptional self-traced nanomotor system. In addition, the nanomotor trace on the Si surface also provides a unique and promising approach to the fabrication of nanoscale Si patterns, which is central to many applications, including microelectronics, sensing, information storage, and optoelectronics.

Tears of the Popliteomeniscal Fascicles of the Lateral Meniscus: An Arthroscopic Classification.

OBJECTIVE: To bring forward an arthroscopic classification of the popliteomeniscal fascicles of the lateral meniscus (PFLM) tears. DESIGN: Six fresh frozen knee joint samples of adult males were chosen, and the lateral meniscus at the popliteal hiatus region were measured to analyze their anatomic relationship. Patients who had received magnetic resonance imaging scan at knee joint before the surgery and diagnosed as PFLM tears by arthroscopy from April 2014 to October 2017 were selected. Data regarding the integrity of PFLM were prospectively recorded in a data registry. Tear morphology and treatment received were subsequently extracted by 2 independent reviewers from operative notes and arthroscopic surgical photos. RESULTS: The average length and thickness of the popliteal hiatus of the lateral meniscus were 2.09 ± 0.21 cm and 0.43 ± 0.08 cm, respectively. The average length of anterosuperior popliteomeniscal fascicle (APF) was 0.87 ± 0.18 cm, and the posterosuperior popliteomeniscal fascicle (PPF) was 0.72 ± 0.15 cm. A total of 36 PFLM tears in 36 patients were divided as type I (APF tear; n = 5, 13.9%), type II (PPF tear; n = 20, 55.6%), and type III (both APF and PPF tears; n = 11, 30.6%). All patients were treated with arthroscopic all-inside repair using a suture hook for the PFLM tears and follow-up for 21.1 months. All patients have done well with significantly improved Lysholm and International Knee Documentation Committee scores at the last follow-up relative to preoperative scores (P < 0.01). CONCLUSION: This study suggests to possibly classify the PFLM tears for clinical practice.

A novel fluorometric aptasensor based on carbon nanocomposite for sensitive detection of Escherichia coli O157:H7 in milk.

Escherichia coli O157:H7 is an extremely serious foodborne pathogen accounting for a vast number of hospitalizations. In this system, a simple, rapid, and safe compound method was developed based on carbonyl iron powder (CIP) and multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT). Then, the CIP@MWCNT-based aptasensor was constructed by strong π-stacking between nanocomposite and aptamer, single-strand DNA, causing fluorescent quenching of the dye-labeled aptamer. The restoration of dye fluorescence could be achieved when aptamer came off the surface of the CIP@MWCNT nanocomposite due to the presence of target bacteria. To the best of our knowledge, this fabrication of magnetic carbon nanotubes without irritating and corrosive reagents is described for the first time. The sensing platform was also an improvement on the conventional formation of the aptasensor between carbon materials and DNA aptamer. The nanocomposite was verified by diverse characterization of zeta potential, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and energy dispersive x-ray analysis. The CIP@MWCNT-based aptasensor was an effective nanoplatform for quantitative detection of E. coli O157:H7, and was measured to have high specificity, good reproducibility, and strong stability. The aptasensor's capacity to quantify E. coli O157:H7 was as low as 7.15 × 103 cfu/mL in pure culture. The detection limit of E. coli O157:H7 was 3.15 × 102 cfu/mL in contaminated milk after 1 h of pre-incubation. Hence, the developed assay is a new possibility for effective synthesis of nanocomposites and sensitive tests of foodborne pathogens in the dairy industry.

The Chinese Knot Stitch Technique Using a Footprint Ultrasuture Anchor for Rotator Cuff Repair.

Management of the rotator cuff presents specific challenges to orthopaedic surgeons. Several locking suture methods have been reported but often fail for a number of reasons. We describe a different technique that is easy to perform and inspired by the Chinese knot, an arthroscopic double-locking suture using a footprint ultrasuture anchor. This technique is similar to the suture-bridge structure on the bursal side of the tendon in that it increases tissue grip and stabilizes initial tendon-to-bone fixation. This technique is especially suitable for the patients who have bursal-side partial-thickness or degenerative small- and medium-sized rotator cuff tears.