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Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc ; 321: 124763, 2024 Jul 01.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38963944

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Our work reveals for the first time that directly calcined bismuth nitrate derivatives (BNDs) possess significant photocatalytic activity towards rhodamine B (RhB). As the calcination temperature increased, the Bi(NO3)3·5H2O powder gradually ruptured and transformed into different bismuth nitrate products and their mixtures, finally into stable α-Bi2O3 at 500 °C. Among them, BNDs-100 could achieve 100 % photocatalytic degradation of 10 mg/L RhB solution under UV irradiation for 6 min. The ImageJ-led paper microzones (PMZs) method is introduced for the first time into the performance evaluation process of photocatalysts, which can achieve the green chemistry pathway and the rapid evaluation of different catalysts. The accuracy of the results of the PMZs method relative to the spectrophotometric method was up to 91.14 %, which has a better reliability and is suitable for qualitative analysis, and a certain ability when used for quantitative analysis. The results showed that the PMZs method was used to assess the photocatalytic degradation of rhodamine B by bismuth nitrate-derived materials at different calcination temperatures with well reliability, and the preparation of BNDs by direct calcination was a simple and effective strategy.

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J Nanobiotechnology ; 22(1): 333, 2024 Jun 14.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38877492

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In the realm of large-area trauma flap transplantation, averting ischaemic necrosis emerges as a pivotal concern. Several key mechanisms, including the promotion of angiogenesis, the inhibition of oxidative stress, the suppression of cell death, and the mitigation of inflammation, are crucial for enhancing skin flap survival. Apoptotic bodies (ABs), arising from cell apoptosis, have recently emerged as significant contributors to these functions. This study engineered three-dimensional (3D)-ABs using tissue-like mouse adipose-derived stem cells (mADSCs) cultured in a 3D environment to compare their superior biological effects against 2D-ABs in bolstering skin flap survival. The findings reveal that 3D-ABs (85.74 ± 4.51) % outperform 2D-ABs (76.48 ± 5.04) % in enhancing the survival rate of ischaemic skin flaps (60.45 ± 8.95) % (all p < 0.05). Mechanistically, they stimulated angiogenesis, mitigated oxidative stress, suppressed apoptosis, and facilitated the transition of macrophages from M1 to M2 polarization (all p < 0.05). A comparative analysis of microRNA (miRNA) profiles in 3D- and 2D-ABs identified several specific miRNAs (miR-423-5p-up, miR30b-5p-down, etc.) with pertinent roles. In summary, ABs derived from mADSCs cultured in a 3D spheroid-like arrangement exhibit heightened biological activity compared to those from 2D-cultured mADSCs and are more effective in promoting ischaemic skin flap survival. These effects are attributed to their influence on specific miRNAs.


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Tissu adipeux , Apoptose , Ischémie , microARN , Animaux , Souris , Tissu adipeux/cytologie , microARN/métabolisme , Cellules souches/cytologie , Cellules souches/métabolisme , Stress oxydatif , Lambeaux chirurgicaux , Cellules cultivées , Souris de lignée C57BL , Mâle , Survie cellulaire , Néovascularisation physiologique , Techniques de cultures cellulaires tridimensionnelles/méthodes
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Eur J Oncol Nurs ; 71: 102625, 2024 May 27.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38897104

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OBJECTIVE: Explore the preliminary effects of a breathing exercise (BE) intervention on chronic pain among breast cancer survivors. METHODS: This two-parallel-arm, open-label pilot randomized controlled trial recruited 72 breast cancer survivors who were randomly allocated to either the control or intervention group (n = 36 each). Both groups received usual care and a pain information booklet, while the intervention group received 4 weeks of additional BE. The primary clinical outcome was measured using the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI), with secondary clinical outcomes measured by the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), Quality of Life Patient/Cancer Survivor Version in Chinese (QOLCSV-C), and Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy- Breast (FACT-B) immediately post-intervention and at 4-week follow-up. Both adjusted and unadjusted Generalized Estimating Equation models were utilized to assess the BE's potential effects, with safety assessed through participant self-report. RESULTS: Sixty-eight participants completed the study. Statistical significance was observed in BPI in both adjusted and unadjusted models at post-intervention and follow-up (p < 0.05). BE demonstrated positive effects on anxiety, depression and quality of life improvement across all measures and timepoints in both adjusted and unadjusted models (p < 0.05). The effect sizes were smaller in the adjusted model. Three mild transient discomforts were reported associated with BE practice including dizziness, tiredness and yawning, without requirement of medical treatment. No severe adverse events occurred. CONCLUSION: This BE intervention appears effective in alleviating chronic pain, anxiety and depression, and improving quality of life for breast cancer survivors. Fully powered large-scale studies are required to confirm its effects.

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BMC Genomics ; 25(1): 559, 2024 Jun 05.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38840048

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BACKGROUND: The crossbreeding of specialized beef cattle breeds with Chinese indigenous cattle is a common method of genetic improvement. Xia'nan cattle, a crossbreed of Charolais and Nanyang cattle, is China's first specialized beef cattle breed with independent intellectual property rights. After more than two decades of selective breeding, Xia'nan cattle exhibit a robust physique, good environmental adaptability, good tolerance to coarse feed, and high meat production rates. This study analyzed the population genetic structure, genetic diversity, and genomic variations of Xia'nan cattle using whole-genome sequencing data from 30 Xia'nan cattle and 178 published cattle genomic data. RESULT: The ancestry estimating composition analysis showed that the ancestry proportions for Xia'nan cattle were mainly Charolais with a small amount of Nanyang cattle. Through the genetic diversity studies (nucleotide diversity and linkage disequilibrium decay), we found that the genomic diversity of Xia'nan cattle is higher than that of specialized beef cattle breeds in Europe but lower than that of Chinese native cattle. Then, we used four methods to detect genome candidate regions influencing the excellent traits of Xia'nan cattle. Among the detected results, 42 genes (θπ and CLR) and 131 genes (FST and XP-EHH) were detected by two different detection strategies. In addition, we found a region in BTA8 with strong selection signals. Finally, we conducted functional annotation on the detected genes and found that these genes may influence body development (NR6A1), meat quality traits (MCCC1), growth traits (WSCD1, TMEM68, MFN1, NCKAP5), and immunity (IL11RA, CNTFR, CCL27, SLAMF1, SLAMF7, NAA35, and GOLM1). CONCLUSION: We elucidated the genomic features and population structure of Xia'nan cattle and detected some selection signals in genomic regions potentially associated with crucial economic traits in Xia'nan cattle. This research provided a basis for further breeding improvements in Xia'nan cattle and served as a reference for genetic enhancements in other crossbreed cattle.


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Variation génétique , Sélection génétique , Séquençage du génome entier , Bovins/génétique , Animaux , Séquençage du génome entier/méthodes , Déséquilibre de liaison , Génomique/méthodes , Polymorphisme de nucléotide simple , Génome , Génétique des populations , Sélection , Locus de caractère quantitatif , Phénotype
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BMC Med Educ ; 24(1): 647, 2024 Jun 11.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38858668

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INTRODUCTION: Virtual Patients (VPs) have been shown to improve various aspects of medical learning, however, research has scarcely delved into the specific factors that facilitate the knowledge gain and transfer of knowledge from the classroom to real-world applications. This exploratory study aims to understand the impact of integrating VPs into classroom learning on students' perceptions of knowledge acquisition and transfer. METHODS: The study was integrated into an elective course on "Personalized Medicine in Cancer Treatment and Care," employing a qualitative and quantitative approach. Twenty-two second-year medical undergraduates engaged in a VP session, which included role modeling, practice with various authentic cases, group discussion on feedback, and a plenary session. Student perceptions of their learning were measured through surveys and focus group interviews and analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. RESULTS: Quantitative data shows that students highly valued the role modeling introduction, scoring it 4.42 out of 5, and acknowledged the practice with VPs in enhancing their subject matter understanding, with an average score of 4.0 out of 5. However, students' reflections on peer dialogue on feedback received mixed reviews, averaging a score of 3.24 out of 5. Qualitative analysis (of focus-group interviews) unearthed the following four themes: 'Which steps to take in clinical reasoning', 'Challenging their reasoning to enhance deeper understanding', 'Transfer of knowledge ', and ' Enhance Reasoning through Reflections'. Quantitative and qualitative data are cohered. CONCLUSION: The study demonstrates evidence for the improvement of learning by incorporating VPs with learning activities. This integration enhances students' perceptions of knowledge acquisition and transfer, thereby potentially elevating students' preparedness for real-world clinical settings. Key facets like expert role modeling and various authentic case exposures were valued for fostering a deeper understanding and active engagement, though with some mixed responses towards peer feedback discussions. While the preliminary findings are encouraging, the necessity for further research to refine feedback mechanisms and explore a broader spectrum of medical disciplines with larger sample sizes is underscored. This exploration lays a groundwork for future endeavors aimed at optimizing VP-based learning experiences in medical education.


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Enseignement médical premier cycle , Groupes de discussion , Étudiant médecine , Humains , Étudiant médecine/psychologie , Femelle , Mâle , Programme d'études , Simulation sur patients standardisés , Médecine de précision , Recherche qualitative , Apprentissage , Compétence clinique , , Évaluation des acquis scolaires
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Environ Sci Technol ; 58(24): 10494-10503, 2024 Jun 18.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38833413

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Fluorene-9-bisphenol (BHPF) is an emerging contaminant. Presently, there is no report on its interaction with G protein-coupled estrogen receptor 1 (GPER). By using an integrated toxicity research scenario that combined theoretical study with experimental methods, BHPF was found to inhibit the GPER-mediated effect via direct receptor binding. Molecular dynamics simulations found that Trp2726.48 and Glu2756.51 be the key amino acids of BHPF binding with GPER. Moreover, the calculation indicated that BHPF was a suspected GPER inhibitor, which neither can activate GPER nor is able to form water channels of GPER. The role of two residues was successfully verified by following gene knockout and site-directed mutagenesis assays. Further in vitro assays showed that BHPF could attenuate the increase in intracellular concentration of free Ca2+ induced by G1-activated GPER. Besides, BHPF showed an enhanced cytotoxicity compared with G15, indicating that BHPF might be a more potent GPER inhibitor than G15. In addition, a statistically significant effect on the mRNA level of GPER was observed for BHPF. In brief, the present study proposes that BHPF be a GPER inhibitor, and its GPER molecular recognition mechanism has been revealed, which is of great significance for the health risk and assessment of BHPF.


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Apoptose , Humains , Apoptose/effets des médicaments et des substances chimiques , Neuroblastome/métabolisme , Neuroblastome/anatomopathologie , Lignée cellulaire tumorale , Fluorènes , Phénols/pharmacologie , Phénols/métabolisme , Récepteurs couplés aux protéines G/métabolisme , Récepteurs des oestrogènes/métabolisme
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ACS Nano ; 18(24): 16002-16010, 2024 Jun 18.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38837910

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Understanding bacterial adhesion at the nanoscale is crucial for elucidating biofilm formation, enhancing biosensor performance, and designing advanced biomaterials. However, the dynamics of the critical transition from reversible to irreversible adhesion has remained elusive due to analytical constraints. Here, we probed this adhesion transition, unveiling nanoscale, step-like bacterial approaches to substrates using a plasmonic imaging technique. This method reveals the discontinuous nature of adhesion, emphasizing the complex interplay between bacterial extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) and substrates. Our findings not only deepen our understanding of bacterial adhesion but also have significant implications for the development of theoretical models for biofilm management. By elucidating these nanoscale step-like adhesion processes, our work provides avenues for the application of nanotechnology in biosensing, biofilm control, and the creation of biomimetic materials.


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Adhérence bactérienne , Biofilms , Nanotechnologie , Propriétés de surface , Escherichia coli/physiologie
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Opt Lett ; 49(11): 3114-3117, 2024 Jun 01.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38824341

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On-chip integrated metasurface driven by in-plane guided waves is of great interests in various light-field manipulation applications such as colorful augmented reality and holographic display. However, it remains a challenge to design colorful multichannel holography by a single on-chip metasurface. Here we present metasurfaces integrated on top of a guided-wave photonic slab that achieves multi-channel colorful holographic light display. An end-to-end scheme is used to inverse design the metasurface for projecting off-chip preset multiple patterns. Particular examples are presented for customized patterns that were encoded into the metasurface with a single-cell meta-atom, working simultaneously at RGB color channels and for several different diffractive distances, with polarization dependence. Holographic images are generated at 18 independent channels with such a single-cell metasurface. The proposed design scheme is easy to implement, and the resulting device is viable for fabrication, promising plenty of applications in nanophotonics.

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Insights Imaging ; 15(1): 163, 2024 Jun 26.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38922456

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OBJECTIVES: To construct and validate multiparametric MR-based radiomic models based on primary tumors for predicting lymph node metastasis (LNM) following neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (nCRT) in locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC) patients. METHODS: A total of 150 LARC patients from two independent centers were enrolled. The training cohort comprised 100 patients from center A. Fifty patients from center B were included in the external validation cohort. Radiomic features were extracted from the manually segmented volume of interests of the primary tumor before and after nCRT. Feature selection was performed using multivariate logistic regression analysis. The clinical risk factors were selected via the least absolute shrinkage and selection operator method. The radiologist's assessment of LNM was performed. Eight models were constructed using random forest classifiers, including four single-sequence models, three combined-sequence models, and a clinical model. The models' discriminative performance was assessed via receiver operating characteristic curve analysis quantified by the area under the curve (AUC). RESULTS: The AUCs of the radiologist's assessment, the clinical model, and the single-sequence models ranged from 0.556 to 0.756 in the external validation cohort. Among the single-sequence models, modelpost_DWI exhibited superior predictive power, with an AUC of 0.756 in the external validation set. In combined-sequence models, modelpre_T2_DWI_post had the best diagnostic performance in predicting LNM after nCRT, with a significantly higher AUC (0.831) than those of the clinical model, modelpre_T2_DWI, and the single-sequence models (all p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: A multiparametric model that incorporates MR radiomic features before and after nCRT is optimal for predicting LNM after nCRT in LARC. CRITICAL RELEVANCE STATEMENT: This study enrolled 150 LARC patients from two independent centers and constructed multiparametric MR-based radiomic models based on primary tumors for predicting LNM following nCRT, which aims to guide therapeutic decisions and predict prognosis for LARC patients. KEY POINTS: The biological characteristics of primary tumors and metastatic LNs are similar in rectal cancer. Radiomics features and clinical data before and after nCRT provide complementary tumor information. Preoperative prediction of LN status after nCRT contributes to clinical decision-making.

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Huan Jing Ke Xue ; 45(6): 3260-3269, 2024 Jun 08.
Article de Chinois | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38897749

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It is important to study the impact of land use change on terrestrial ecosystem carbon stocks in urban agglomerations for the optimization of land use structure and sustainable development in urban agglomerations. Based on the patch-generating land use simulation (PLUS) model and integrated valuation of ecosystem services and trade-offs (InVEST) model, a simulation was developed that predicted the land use change and carbon stock of the Guanzhong Plain urban agglomeration in 2040 under different scenarios and further analyzed the impact of land use change on carbon stock. The results showed that:① The land use types of the Guanzhong Plain urban agglomeration were mainly cultivated land, forest land, and grassland, which accounted for more than 90 % of the total study area. ② From 2000 to 2020, the carbon stock in the Guanzhong Plain showed a continuous downward trend, with cropland, woodland, and grassland being the main sources of carbon stock in the Guanzhong Plain, and the overall carbon stock declined by 15.12×106 t, with the spatial distribution presenting the distribution characteristics of "high in the north and south and low in the middle." ③ By 2040, the carbon stock would decrease the most under the urban development scenario, with a total reduction of 27.08×106 t, and the least under the ecological development scenario, with a total reduction of 4.14×106t. The research results can provide data support for the high-quality development and rational land use planning of the Guanzhong Plain urban agglomeration.

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Int J Surg ; 110(6): 3633-3640, 2024 Jun 01.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38935829

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Fascial plane blocks (FPBs) are gaining popularity in clinical settings owing to their improved analgesia when combined with either traditional regional anesthesia or general anesthesia during the perioperative phase. The scope of study on FPBs has substantially increased over the past 20 years, yet the exact mechanism, issues linked to the approaches, and direction of future research on FPBs are still up for debate. Given that it can be performed at all levels of the spine and provides analgesia to most areas of the body, the erector spinae plane block, one of the FPBs, has been extensively studied for chronic rational pain, visceral pain, abdominal surgical analgesia, imaging, and anatomical mechanisms. This has led to the contention that the erector spinae plane block is the ultimate Plan A block. Yet even though the future of FPBs is promising, the unstable effect, the probability of local anesthetic poisoning, and the lack of consensus on the definition and assessment of the FPB's success are still the major concerns. In order to precisely administer FPBs to patients who require analgesia in this condition, an algorithm that uses artificial intelligence is required. This algorithm will assist healthcare professionals in practicing precision medicine.


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Bloc nerveux , Humains , Bloc nerveux/méthodes , Gestion de la douleur/méthodes , Anesthésiques locaux/administration et posologie , Douleur postopératoire/prévention et contrôle , Douleur postopératoire/traitement médicamenteux , Fascia/innervation
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Environ Sci Technol ; 58(22): 9770-9781, 2024 Jun 04.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38781163

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Magnetic particles (MPs), with magnetite (Fe3O4) and maghemite (γ-Fe2O3) as the most abundant species, are ubiquitously present in the natural environment. MPs are among the most applied engineered particles and can be produced incidentally by various human activities. Identification of the sources of MPs is crucial for their risk assessment and regulation, which, however, is still an unsolved problem. Here, we report a novel approach, hierarchical classification-aided stable isotopic fingerprinting, to address this problem. We found that naturally occurring, incidental, and engineered MPs have distinct Fe and O isotopic fingerprints due to significant Fe/O isotope fractionation during their generation processes, which enables the establishment of an Fe-O isotopic library covering complex sources. Furthermore, we developed a three-level machine learning model that not only can distinguish the sources of MPs with a high precision (94.3%) but also can identify the multiple species (Fe3O4 or γ-Fe2O3) and synthetic routes of engineered MPs with a precision of 81.6%. This work represents the first reliable strategy for the precise source tracing of particles with multiple species and complex sources.


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Composés du fer III , Composés du fer III/composition chimique
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Curr Urol Rep ; 25(8): 173-180, 2024 Aug.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38769228

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PURPOSE: Phimosis is a common condition of the urinary system in children and often requires surgical treatment. However, the optimal method of circumcision for children has not been determined. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the safety and effectiveness of plastic clamp with conventional surgical circumcision in pediatric circumcision. METHODS: A literature search was carried out to compare the plastic clamp and conventional dissection technique in the pediatric population. The following search terms were used: "circumcision", "plastic clamp", "conventional", "plastibell", "children" and etc. Meta-analysis was used to pool and evaluate variables such as operative time, blood loss, wound infection, bleeding, edema, and total postoperative complications. RESULTS: The plastic clamp technique (PCT) was used in 10,412 of the 17,325 participants in the nine studies, while the conventional surgical dissection technique (CST) was used on 6913 patients. When compared to the CST approach, the PCT approach resulted in shorter operative times (mean difference (MD) -17.48, 95% CI -22 to -12.96; P < 0.001), less blood loss (MD -4.25, 95% CI -7.75 to -0.77; P = 0.02), and a higher incidence of postoperative edema (OR 2.33, 95% CI 1.34 to 4.08; P = 0.003). However, no significant difference was found in the incidence of postoperative complications, including wound infection and bleeding between PCT and CST. CONCLUSIONS: PCT is a safe and time-saving option in the pediatric population. However, this method appeared to have a significant greater rate of postoperative edema.


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Circoncision masculine , Humains , Circoncision masculine/méthodes , Circoncision masculine/effets indésirables , Mâle , Enfant , Durée opératoire , Phimosis/chirurgie , Complications postopératoires/épidémiologie , Complications postopératoires/prévention et contrôle , Perte sanguine peropératoire/statistiques et données numériques , Dissection/méthodes , Résultat thérapeutique
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Curr Probl Cardiol ; 49(7): 102631, 2024 Jul.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38729278

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Aortic stenosis (AS) is very common in mid-aged and elderly patients, and it has been reported to have a negative impact on both short and long-term survival with a high mortality rate. The current study identified methods of diagnosis, incidence, and causes of AS, pathogenesis, intervention and management and future perspectives of Asymptomatic and Symptomatic Aortic stenosis. A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus and CINAHL, using the Mesh terms and key words "Aortic stenosis", "diagnostic criteria", "pathogenesis", "incidence and causes of AS" and" intervention and management strategies". Studies were retained for review after meeting strict inclusion criteria that included studies evaluating Asymptomatic and Symptomatic AS. Studies were excluded if duplicate publication, overlap of patients, subgroup studies of a main study, lack of data on AS severity, case reports and letters to editors. Forty-five articles were selected for inclusion. Incidence of AS across the studies ranged from 3 % to 7 %. Many factors have been associated with incidence and increased risk of AS, highest incidence of AS was described after aortic valve calcification, rheumatic heart disease, degenerative aortic valve disease, bicuspid aortic valve and other factors. AS is common and can be predicted by aortic root calcification volume, rheumatic heart disease, degenerative aortic valve disease, bicuspid aortic valve. Intervention and management for AS patients is a complex decision that takes into consideration multiple factors. On the other hand, there is not enough progress in preventive pharmacotherapy to slow the progression of AS.


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Sténose aortique , Maladies asymptomatiques , Humains , Valve aortique/anatomopathologie , Sténose aortique/diagnostic , Sténose aortique/épidémiologie , Sténose aortique/étiologie , Sténose aortique/thérapie , Maladies asymptomatiques/thérapie , Prise en charge de la maladie , Incidence , Facteurs de risque
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Org Biomol Chem ; 22(21): 4249-4253, 2024 May 29.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38717449

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A Cu2O-catalyzed cascade phosphinylation/cyclization reaction of 2'-aminochalcones and diphenylphosphine oxides to produce hemi-indigo derivatives has been developed. This strategy facilitates the sequential formation of a C-P bonds and a C-N bond in a single reaction step. Notably, the approach features one-pot operation, an earth-abundant copper catalyst, readily available starting materials, a broad substrate scope and high compatibility with functional groups, providing 33 compounds in acceptable yields.

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J Cell Mol Med ; 28(10): e18445, 2024 May.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38801403

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Chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS), a prevalent urological ailment, exerts a profound influence upon the well-being of the males. Autoimmunity driven by Th17 cells has been postulated as a potential factor in CP/CPPS pathogenesis. Nonetheless, elucidating the precise mechanisms governing Th17 cell recruitment to the prostate, triggering inflammation, remained an urgent inquiry. This study illuminated that CCL20 played a pivotal role in attracting Th17 cells to the prostate, thereby contributing to prostatitis development. Furthermore, it identified prostate stromal cells and immune cells as likely sources of CCL20. Additionally, this research unveiled that IL-17A, released by Th17 cells, could stimulate macrophages to produce CCL20 through the NF-κB/MAPK/PI3K pathway. The interplay between IL-17A and CCL20 establishes a positive feedback loop, which might serve as a critical mechanism underpinning the development of chronic prostatitis, thus adding complexity to its treatment challenges.


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Maladies auto-immunes , Chimiokine CCL20 , Chimiotaxie , Interleukine-17 , Prostatite , Cellules Th17 , Mâle , Prostatite/immunologie , Prostatite/anatomopathologie , Prostatite/métabolisme , Cellules Th17/immunologie , Cellules Th17/métabolisme , Chimiokine CCL20/métabolisme , Chimiokine CCL20/génétique , Animaux , Interleukine-17/métabolisme , Interleukine-17/immunologie , Souris , Maladies auto-immunes/immunologie , Maladies auto-immunes/métabolisme , Maladies auto-immunes/anatomopathologie , Macrophages/métabolisme , Macrophages/immunologie , Modèles animaux de maladie humaine , Facteur de transcription NF-kappa B/métabolisme , Transduction du signal , Humains , Souris de lignée C57BL , Prostate/anatomopathologie , Prostate/métabolisme , Prostate/immunologie , Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinases/métabolisme , Auto-immunité
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Nat Med ; 30(6): 1680-1688, 2024 Jun.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38740994

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Emotional distress (ED), commonly characterized by symptoms of depression and/or anxiety, is prevalent in patients with cancer. Preclinical studies suggest that ED can impair antitumor immune responses, but few clinical studies have explored its relationship with response to immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs). Here we report results from cohort 1 of the prospective observational STRESS-LUNG study, which investigated the association between ED and clinical efficacy of first-line treatment of ICIs in patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer. ED was assessed by Patient Health Questionnaire-9 and Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale. The study included 227 patients with 111 (48.9%) exhibiting ED who presented depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-9 score ≥5) and/or anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item score ≥5) symptoms at baseline. On the primary endpoint analysis, patients with baseline ED exhibited a significantly shorter median progression-free survival compared with those without ED (7.9 months versus 15.5 months, hazard ratio 1.73, 95% confidence interval 1.23 to 2.43, P = 0.002). On the secondary endpoint analysis, ED was associated with lower objective response rate (46.8% versus 62.1%, odds ratio 0.54, P = 0.022), reduced 2-year overall survival rate of 46.5% versus 64.9% (hazard ratio for death 1.82, 95% confidence interval 1.12 to 2.97, P = 0.016) and detriments in quality of life. The exploratory analysis indicated that the ED group showed elevated blood cortisol levels, which was associated with adverse survival outcomes. This study suggests that there is an association between ED and worse clinical outcomes in patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer treated with ICIs, highlighting the potential significance of addressing ED in cancer management. ClinicalTrials.gov registration: NCT05477979 .


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Carcinome pulmonaire non à petites cellules , Inhibiteurs de points de contrôle immunitaires , Tumeurs du poumon , Détresse psychologique , Humains , Carcinome pulmonaire non à petites cellules/traitement médicamenteux , Carcinome pulmonaire non à petites cellules/immunologie , Carcinome pulmonaire non à petites cellules/anatomopathologie , Inhibiteurs de points de contrôle immunitaires/usage thérapeutique , Inhibiteurs de points de contrôle immunitaires/effets indésirables , Femelle , Mâle , Tumeurs du poumon/traitement médicamenteux , Tumeurs du poumon/immunologie , Adulte d'âge moyen , Sujet âgé , Études prospectives , Dépression/traitement médicamenteux , Anxiété/traitement médicamenteux , Résultat thérapeutique , Survie sans progression , Adulte , Sujet âgé de 80 ans ou plus
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Aging Cell ; : e14187, 2024 May 08.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38716507

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Behavioral changes or neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPSs) are common features in dementia and are associated with accelerated cognitive impairment and earlier deaths. However, how NPSs are intertwined with cognitive decline remains elusive. In this study, we identify that the basolateral amygdala (BLA) is a key brain region that is associated with mood disorders and memory decline in the AD course. During the process from pre- to post-onset in AD, the dysfunction of parvalbumin (PV) interneurons and pyramidal neurons in the amygdala leads to hyperactivity of pyramidal neurons in the basal state and insensitivity to external stimuli. We further demonstrate that serotonin (5-HT) receptors in distinct neurons synergistically regulate the BLA microcircuit of AD rather than 5-HT levels, in which both restrained inhibitory inputs by excessive 5-HT1AR signaling in PV interneurons and depolarized pyramidal neurons via upregulated 5-HT2AR contribute to aberrant neuronal hyperactivity. Downregulation of these two 5-HT receptors simultaneously enables neurons to resist ß-amyloid peptides (Aß) neurotoxicity and ameliorates the mood and cognitive defects. Therefore, our study reveals a crucial role of 5-HT receptors for regulating neuronal homeostasis in AD pathogenesis, and this would provide early intervention and potential targets for AD cognitive decline.

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Nano Lett ; 24(20): 6124-6130, 2024 May 22.
Article de Anglais | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38717388

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The identification of nanoparticles within heterogeneous mixtures poses significant challenges due to the similarity in physical properties among different nanomaterials. Here, we present electrochemically assisted high-resolution plasmonic scattering interferometric microscopy (HR-PSIM). This technique allows for the high-throughput identification of nanoparticles by accurately measuring the refractive index of individual nanoparticles without interference from background signals. Through elimination of parabolic scattering interference and employing electrochemical modulation, HR-PSIM demonstrates high spatial resolution and stability against background noise, enabling the differentiation of nanoparticles with closely matched refractive indices, such as Au and Ag nanoparticles. The efficacy of this method is demonstrated through its application in real-time, label-free imaging of nanoparticle electrochemical activity, providing a platform for the precise and high-throughput characterization of nanomaterials. The robustness of our approach against electrochemical interference and its high spatial resolution mark a significant advancement in the field of nanomaterial analysis, promising wide-ranging applications in nanoparticle research and beyond.

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