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Ranford D, Fu B, Surda P, Rudd J. 69 Hot Saline Irrigation for Haemostasis in Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Br J Surg 2022. [DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znac040.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing evidence on the role of hot saline irrigation (HSI) in patients undergoing functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) and its impact on the visibility of the surgical field (VSF).
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A search of PubMed, Cochrane, Ovid (including Embase, Medline and Allied and Complementary Medicine Database) databases as well as Google Scholar was performed.
Results
Three randomised control trials (RCT) were included. All three were pooled into meta-analysis which demonstrated a statistically significant better VSF (MD -0.51; 95% CI -0.84, -0.18; P = 0.003), a reduction in total blood loss (TBL) (MD -56.40ml; 95% CI -57.30. -55.51; P = <0.0001) and a reduction in operating time (OT) (MD -7.01mins; 95% CI 9.02mins; 95% CI -11.76, -6.28; P = <0.0001) during FESS in the HSI group compared with the room temperature irrigation control group. Further subgroup analysis of studies that did not use topical vasoconstrictors showed a significant reduction in TBL and OT. There were no reported adverse events related to HSI.
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This is the first systematic review that addresses HSI for haemostasis in FESS. The results suggest that HSI in FESS for chronic rhinosinusitis may significantly improve VSF, reduce TBL by 20% and decrease OT by 9 minutes. HSI is cheap and a readily available intervention with a low risk of morbidity and adverse events. However, there are limitations of the study due to significant heterogeneity of methods, quality, and size of the studies.
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Lin X, Fu B, Xiong Y, Xu S, Liu J, Zaky MY, Qiu D, Wu H. Folic acid Ameliorates the Declining Quality of Sodium Fluoride-Exposed Mouse Oocytes through the Sirt1/ Sod2 Pathway. Aging Dis 2022; 13:1471-1487. [PMID: 36186127 PMCID: PMC9466976 DOI: 10.14336/ad.2022.0217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Excessive sodium fluoride (NaF) intake interferes with reproductive function in humans and animals; however, strategies to prevent these effects are still underexplored. Here, we showed that in vivo and in vitro supplementation of folic acid (FA) efficaciously improved the quality of NaF-exposed oocytes. FA supplementation not only increased ovulation of oocytes from NaF-treated mice but also enhanced oocyte meiotic competency and fertilization ability by restoring the spindle/chromosome structure. Moreover, FA supplementation could exert a beneficial effect on NaF- exposed oocytes by restoring mitochondrial function, eliminating reactive oxygen species accumulation to suppress apoptosis. We also found that FA supplementation restored the defective phenotypes in oocytes through a Sirt1/Sod2-dependent mechanism. Inhibition of Sirt1 with EX527 abolished the FA-mediated improvement in NaF-exposed oocyte quality. Collectively, our data indicated that FA supplementation is a feasible approach to protect oocytes from NaF-related deterioration.
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Wu H, Xing N, Meng K, Fu B, Xue W, Dong P, Tang W, Xiao Y, Liu G, Luo H, Zhu W, Lin X, Meng G, Zhu Z. Nucleocapsid mutations R203K/G204R increase the infectivity, fitness, and virulence of SARS-CoV-2. Cell Host Microbe 2021; 29:1788-1801.e6. [PMID: 34822776 PMCID: PMC8590493 DOI: 10.1016/j.chom.2021.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 107] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Revised: 10/07/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Previous work found that the co-occurring mutations R203K/G204R on the SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid (N) protein are increasing in frequency among emerging variants of concern or interest. Through a combination of in silico analyses, this study demonstrates that R203K/G204R are adaptive, while large-scale phylogenetic analyses indicate that R203K/G204R associate with the emergence of the high-transmissibility SARS-CoV-2 lineage B.1.1.7. Competition experiments suggest that the 203K/204R variants possess a replication advantage over the preceding R203/G204 variants, possibly related to ribonucleocapsid (RNP) assembly. Moreover, the 203K/204R virus shows increased infectivity in human lung cells and hamsters. Accordingly, we observe a positive association between increased COVID-19 severity and sample frequency of 203K/204R. Our work suggests that the 203K/204R mutations contribute to the increased transmission and virulence of select SARS-CoV-2 variants. In addition to mutations in the spike protein, mutations in the nucleocapsid protein are important for viral spreading during the pandemic.
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Zhang S, Fu B, Xiong Y, Zhao Q, Xu S, Lin X, Wu H. Tgm2 alleviates LPS-induced apoptosis by inhibiting JNK/BCL-2 signaling pathway through interacting with Aga in macrophages. Int Immunopharmacol 2021; 101:108178. [PMID: 34607226 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2021.108178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2021] [Revised: 09/08/2021] [Accepted: 09/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Sepsis is an unusual systemic infection caused by bacteria, which is a life-threatening organ dysfunction. The innate immune system plays an important role in this process; however, the specific mechanisms remain unclear. Using the LPS + treated mouse model, we found that the survival rate of Tgm2-/- mice was lower than that of the control group, while the inflammation was much higher. We further showed that Tgm2 suppressed apoptosis by inhibiting the JNK/BCL-2 signaling pathway. More importantly, Tgm2 interacted with Aga and regulated mitochondria-mediated apoptosis induced by LPS. Our findings elucidated a protective mechanism of Tgm2 during LPS stimulation and may provide a new reference target for the development of novel anti-infective drugs from the perspective of host immunity.
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Fu B, Lin X, Tan S, Zhang R, Xue W, Zhang H, Zhang S, Zhao Q, Wang Y, Feldman K, Shi L, Zhang S, Nian W, Chaitanya Pavani K, Li Z, Wang X, Wu H. MiR-342 controls Mycobacterium tuberculosis susceptibility by modulating inflammation and cell death. EMBO Rep 2021; 22:e52252. [PMID: 34288348 DOI: 10.15252/embr.202052252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2020] [Revised: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) that places a heavy strain on public health. Host susceptibility to Mtb is modulated by macrophages, which regulate the balance between cell apoptosis and necrosis. However, the role of molecular switches that modulate apoptosis and necrosis during Mtb infection remains unclear. Here, we show that Mtb-susceptible mice and TB patients have relatively low miR-342-3p expression, while mice with miR-342-3p overexpression are more resistant to Mtb. We demonstrate that the miR-342-3p/SOCS6 axis regulates anti-Mtb immunity by increasing the production of inflammatory cytokines and chemokines. Most importantly, the miR-342-3p/SOCS6 axis participates in the switching between Mtb-induced apoptosis and necrosis through A20-mediated K48-linked ubiquitination and RIPK3 degradation. Our findings reveal several strategies by which the host innate immune system controls intracellular Mtb growth via the miRNA-mRNA network and pave the way for host-directed therapies targeting these pathways.
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Li J, Wang C, Li Z, Fu B, Han Q, Ye M. Abnormalities of intrinsic brain activity in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): A protocol for systematic review and meta analysis of resting-state functional imaging. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e25883. [PMID: 34032700 PMCID: PMC8154468 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000025883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders affecting up to 11.5% of the general global population. The brain-gut axis has been shown to play an important role in the pathogenesis of IBS. Several studies confirmed that intrinsic brain abnormalities existed in patients with IBS. But, studies of abnormal regional homogeneity (ReHo) in IBS have reported inconsistent results. The objective of this protocol is to conduct a meta-analysis using the Seed-based d mapping software package to identify the most consistent and replicable findings of ReHo in IBS patients. METHOD We will search the following three electronic databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE and Web of Science. The primary outcome will include the peak coordinates and effect sizes of differences in ReHo between patients with IBS and healthy controls from each dataset. The secondary outcomes will be the effects of age, illness severity, illness duration, and scanner field strength. The SDM approach was used to conduct voxel-wise meta-analysis. Whole-brain voxel-based jackknife sensitivity analysis was performed to conduct jackknife sensitivity analysis. A random effects model with Q statistics is used to conduct heterogeneity and publication bias between studies and meta-regression analyses were carried out to examine the effects of age, illness severity, illness duration, and scanner field strength. RESULTS The results of this paper will be submitted to a peer-reviewed journal for publication. CONCLUSION This research will determine the consistent pattern of alterations in ReHo in IBS patients.
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Fan J, Xu Y, Si L, Li X, Fu B, Hannig M. Long-term Clinical Performance of Composite Resin or Ceramic Inlays, Onlays, and Overlays: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Oper Dent 2021; 46:25-44. [PMID: 33882133 DOI: 10.2341/19-107-lit] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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CLINICAL RELEVANCE Composite resin or ceramic inlays, onlays, and overlays can achieve high long-term survival and success rates. SUMMARY
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Lin X, Fu B, Yin S, Li Z, Liu H, Zhang H, Xing N, Wang Y, Xue W, Xiong Y, Zhang S, Zhao Q, Xu S, Zhang J, Wang P, Nian W, Wang X, Wu H. ORF8 contributes to cytokine storm during SARS-CoV-2 infection by activating IL-17 pathway. iScience 2021; 24:102293. [PMID: 33723527 PMCID: PMC7942160 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2021.102293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2020] [Revised: 01/29/2021] [Accepted: 03/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Recently, COVID-19 caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has brought great challenges to the world. More and more studies have shown that patients with severe COVID-19 may suffer from cytokine storm syndrome; however, there are few studies on its pathogenesis. Here we demonstrated that SARS-CoV-2 coding protein open reading frame 8 (ORF8) acted as a contributing factor to cytokine storm during COVID-19 infection. ORF8 could activate IL-17 signaling pathway and promote the expression of pro-inflammatory factors. Moreover, we demonstrated that treatment of IL17RA antibody protected mice from ORF8-induced inflammation. Our findings are helpful to understand the pathogenesis of cytokine storm caused by SARS-CoV-2 and provide a potential target for the development of COVID-19 therapeutic drugs.
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Cai WT, Guan P, Lin MX, Fu B, Wu B. Sirt1 suppresses MCP-1 production during the intervertebral disc degeneration by inactivating AP-1 subunits c-Fos/c-Jun. EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2021; 24:5895-5904. [PMID: 32572902 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202006_21482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The anti-inflammatory effect of Sirtuin 1 (Sirt1) during intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) has been widely confirmed. Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) activation is the initiating inflammatory response associated with the IDD. However, whether Sirt1 suppresses MCP-1 in the intervertebral disc is unclear. PATIENTS AND METHODS The MCP-1 and Sirt1 protein expression in the degenerated and non-degenerated NP tissues were compared by immunohistochemistry (IHC). We induced nucleus pulposus (NP) cell degeneration by IL-1β and mediated cellular Sirt1 expression through the Sirt1 activator resveratrol (Res) or inhibitor Nicotinamide (Nico). In addition, the inhibitors of MCP-1 and Activator protein 1 (AP-1) were also used in cell culture. The function of NP cells was determined by the type II collagen and Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) assay. We assessed the Sirt1 and MCP-1 expression by the Reverse Transcription-quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-qPCR). The AP-1 activity was valued by the phosphorylation of its components c-Fos, and c-Jun. RESULTS Both in vivo and in vitro experimental results indicated that MCP-1 was upregulated in the degenerated condition, which was opposite to Sirt1 expression. Res suppressed AP-1, the phosphorylation of c-Fos/c-Jun, and the MCP-1 expression. On the contrary, Sirt1 downregulation by Nico aggravated the phosphorylation of c-Fos/c-Jun and MCP-1 expression. However, the MCP-1 suppression did not affect the Sirt1 and AP-1 levels. The destruction of AP-1 activation also inhibited MCP-1 expression but not Sirt1. The upregulation of Sirt1 and suppression of MCP-1 improved the type II collagen expression and cell viability, which was injured by IL-1β. CONCLUSIONS Sirt1 suppresses the MCP-1 production in the degenerated NP cells by suppressing the phosphorylation of the AP-1 subunits c-Fos and c-Jun.
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Sun Q, Fu B, Li S, Fang H, Qiao J. Efficacy of tofacitinib in Kimura's disease in a patient with concomitant atopic dermatitis. Clin Exp Dermatol 2021; 46:1336-1338. [PMID: 33837590 DOI: 10.1111/ced.14671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Cai WT, Guan P, Lin MX, Fu B, Wu B, Wu J. MiRNA-206 suppresses the metastasis of osteosarcoma via targeting Notch3. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2020; 34:775-783. [PMID: 32627519 DOI: 10.23812/20-72-a-26] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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To investigate the role of microRNA-206 (miRNA-206) in the malignant progression of osteosarcoma and the underlying mechanism, expression pattern of miRNA-206 in osteosarcoma tissues and cell lines was determined by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR). Correlation between miRNA-206 level and prognosis of osteosarcoma patients was analyzed. Regulatory effects of miRNA-206 on the proliferation and metastasis of U2OS and MG63 cells were evaluated by cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8), Transwell and wound healing assay. Through dual-luciferase reporter gene assay, the target gene of miRNA-206 was verified. A series of rescue experiments were conducted to explore the role of miRNA-206/Notch3 in regulating the malignant progression of osteosarcoma. MiRNA-206 was downregulated in osteosarcoma tissues and cell lines, and its level was correlated to poor prognosis and distant metastasis of osteosarcoma patients. Overexpression of miRNA-206 attenuated the proliferative and metastatic abilities of osteosarcoma cells, and miRNA-206 knockdown obtained the opposite trends. Notch3 was verified to be the target gene of miRNA-206, which was upregulated in osteosarcoma and accelerated osteosarcoma cells to proliferate and metastasize. Finally, rescue experiments showed that Notch3 overexpression partially reversed the regulatory effects of miRNA-206 on cellular behaviors of osteosarcoma cells. MiRNA-206 is downregulated in osteosarcoma. Overexpression of miRNA-206 accelerates osteosarcoma cells to proliferate and metastasize by targeting Notch3, thus accelerating the malignant progression of osteosarcoma.
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Fu B, Horsburgh JS, Jakeman AJ, Gualtieri C, Arnold T, Marshall L, Green TR, Quinn NWT, Volk M, Hunt RJ, Vezzaro L, Croke BFW, Jakeman JD, Snow V, Rashleigh B. Modeling Water Quality in Watersheds: From Here to the Next Generation. WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH 2020; 56:10.1029/2020wr027721. [PMID: 33627891 PMCID: PMC7898158 DOI: 10.1029/2020wr027721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Accepted: 10/21/2020] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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In this synthesis, we assess present research and anticipate future development needs in modeling water quality in watersheds. We first discuss areas of potential improvement in the representation of freshwater systems pertaining to water quality, including representation of environmental interfaces, in-stream water quality and process interactions, soil health and land management, and (peri-)urban areas. In addition, we provide insights into the contemporary challenges in the practices of watershed water quality modeling, including quality control of monitoring data, model parameterization and calibration, uncertainty management, scale mismatches, and provisioning of modeling tools. Finally, we make three recommendations to provide a path forward for improving watershed water quality modeling science, infrastructure, and practices. These include building stronger collaborations between experimentalists and modelers, bridging gaps between modelers and stakeholders, and cultivating and applying procedural knowledge to better govern and support water quality modeling processes within organizations.
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Zhang C, Wang GX, Fu B, Zhou XC, Li Y, Li YY. LncRNA CASC15 promotes migration and invasion in prostate cancer via targeting miR-200a-3p. EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2020; 23:8303-8309. [PMID: 31646560 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_201910_19141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Prostate cancer (PC) is one of the most ordinary malignant cancers. Recent researches have proved that long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) act as an important role in cancers. Our study aims to explore the function of lncRNA CASC15 in the tumor metastasis of PC. PATIENTS AND METHODS Real Time-quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-qPCR) was utilized to detect CASC15 expression in 50 PC patients. Besides, the wound healing assay and transwell assay were performed to identify the biological behavior changes of PC cells after CASC15 was silenced in PC cells. In addition, the potential mechanism was also explored using the luciferase assay. RESULTS CASC15 expression level was significantly higher in PC tissues and cell lines. Results of wound healing assay and transwell assay revealed that cell migrated ability and invaded ability were suppressed via silence of CASC15 in PC cells. Furthermore, the expression of miR-200a-3p was upregulated via silence of CASC15 in PC cells. Luciferase assay showed that miR-200a-3p was a direct target of CASC15 in PC. In addition, miR-200a-3p expression was negatively correlated with CASC15 expression in PC tissues. Rescue experiments also revealed that the inhibition of PC migration and invasion by silence of CASC15 could be reversed through knockdown of miR-200a-3p. CONCLUSIONS Our study uncovers that CASC15 could enhance cell migration and invasion of PC cells by sponging miR-200a-3p, which might be applied as a novel therapeutic target for PC patients.
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Cai Q, Feng H, Huang J, Wang M, Wang Q, Lu X, Xie Y, Wang X, Liu Z, Hou B, Ouyang K, Pan J, Li Q, Fu B, Deng Y, Liu Y. The mental health of frontline and non-frontline medical workers during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak in China: A case-control study. J Affect Disord 2020; 275:210-215. [PMID: 32734910 PMCID: PMC7329671 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2020.06.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 157] [Impact Index Per Article: 39.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2020] [Revised: 06/14/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a new infectious disease with high transmissibility and morbidity. It has caused substantial mental distress to medical professionals. We aimed to compare the psychological impact of the COVID-19 outbreak between frontline and non-frontline medical workers in China. METHODS This case-control study recruited 1173 frontline and 1173 age- and sex-matched non-frontline medical workers during the COVID-19 outbreak (February 11 to 26, 2020). A set of online questionnaires were used to measure mental problems (i.e., anxiety, insomnia, and depressive symptoms), and help-seeking behavior and treatment for these mental problems. RESULTS Frontline medical workers had higher rates of any mental problem (52.6% vs. 34.0%, adjusted OR=1.88, 95% CI=1.57-2.25), anxiety symptoms (15.7% vs. 7.4%, adjusted OR=1.95, 95% CI=1.46-2.61), depressed mood (marginally insignificant; 14.3% vs. 10.1%, adjusted OR=1.32, 95% CI=0.99-1.76) and insomnia (47.8% vs. 29.1%, adjusted OR=1.96, 95% CI=1.63-2.36) than non-frontline medical workers. No significant difference was observed in terms of suicidal ideation (12.0% vs. 9.0%, adjusted OR=1.25, 95% CI=0.92-1.71), help-seeking (4.5% vs. 4.5%, adjusted OR=1.00, 95% CI=0.53-1.87) or treatment (3.4% vs. 2.3%, adjusted OR=1.38, 95% CI=0.54-3.52) for mental problems. LIMITATIONS The case-control nature of the data precludes causal inferences, and there is a possibility of bias related to self-reports. CONCLUSIONS Frontline medical workers had more mental problems but comparable help-seeking behaviors and treatment for these problems than non-frontline medical workers. These findings highlight the timely mental support and intervention for medical workers, especially for those on the frontline.
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Zhang C, Wang GX, Fu B, Zhou XC, Li Y, Li YY. LncRNA CASC15 promotes migration and invasion in prostate cancer via targeting miR-200a-3p. EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2020; 24:7215. [PMID: 32706053 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202007_21866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Since this article has been suspected of research misconduct and the corresponding authors did not respond to our request to prove originality of data and figures, "LncRNA CASC15 promotes migration and invasion in prostate cancer via targeting miR-200a-3p, by C. Zhang, G.-X. Wang, B. Fu, X.-C. Zhou, Y. Li, Y.-Y. Li, published in Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2019; 23 (19): 8303-8309-DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_201910_19141-PMID: 31646560" has been withdrawn. The Publisher apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. https://www.europeanreview.org/article/19141.
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Liao L, Yang L, Xu Y, Li X, Tan G, Fu B, Duan K, Li Z, Yu D, Li C. Fusion-PCR generates attL recombination site adaptors and allows Rapid One-Step Gateway (ROG) cloning. Biochimie 2020; 174:69-73. [PMID: 32325113 DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2020.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2020] [Revised: 03/31/2020] [Accepted: 04/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Gateway recombination-based cloning, which eliminates the use of restriction endonucleases and ligase, has been widely used for the construction of high-throughput (HTP) vectors. However, this approach is very expensive and its two-stage reaction process is laborious and time consuming. Therefore, we developed a Gateway cloning method that uses fusion-PCR to generate attL recombination site adaptors, and the PCR products, which can be directly cloned into destination vectors, giving rise to Rapid One-Step Gateway (ROG) Cloning. 100% of cloning efficiencies were obtained by this ROG method. This method has no BP reaction/entry clone step, thus halving the cost and time consumed. Overall, this work provides a highly efficient, rapid, low-cost method for directional recombination cloning.
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Wang C, Fu B, Zhang X, Li R, Dong H, Hu W. Solution-Processed, Large-Area, Two-Dimensional Crystals of Organic Semiconductors for Field-Effect Transistors and Phototransistors. ACS CENTRAL SCIENCE 2020; 6:636-652. [PMID: 32490182 PMCID: PMC7256937 DOI: 10.1021/acscentsci.0c00251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Organic electronics with π-conjugated organic semiconductors are promising candidates for the next electronics revolution. For the conductive channel, the large-area two-dimensional (2D) crystals of organic semiconductors (2DCOS) serve as useful scaffolds for modern organic electronics, benefiting not only from long-range order and low defect density nature but also from unique charge transport characteristic and photoelectrical properties. Meanwhile, the solution process with advantages of cost-effectiveness and room temperature compatibility is the foundation of high-throughput print electrical devices. Herein, we will give an insightful overview to witness the huge advances in 2DCOS over the past decade. First, the typical influencing factors and state-of-the-art assembly strategies of the solution-process for large-area 2DCOS over sub-millimeter even to wafer size are discussed accompanying rational evaluation. Then, the charge transport characteristics and contact resistance of 2DCOS-based transistors are explored. Following this, beyond single transistors, the p-n junction devices and planar integrated circuits based on 2DCOS are also emphasized. Furthermore, the burgeoning phototransistors (OPTs) based on crystals in the 2D limits are elaborated. Next, we emphasized the unique and enhanced photoelectrical properties based on a hybrid system with other 2D van der Waals solids. Finally, frontier insights and opportunities are proposed, promoting further research in this field.
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Chiew G, Ng J, Lim J, Nguyen T, Fu B, Lin X. Large scale 3D bioreactor technology: linear scale up of mesenchymal stromal cell expansion with tidexcell™ system. Cytotherapy 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcyt.2020.03.314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Fu B, McGowan K, Sun JH, Batstone M. Increasing frequency and severity of odontogenic infection requiring hospital admission and surgical management. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2020; 58:409-415. [PMID: 31987682 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2020.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2019] [Accepted: 01/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Odontogenic infections can become life-threatening if not managed in a timely manner, and they increase the physical cost of treatment to the patient and the financial cost to the public health system. We investigated the number of admissions to a Queensland tertiary hospital within a decade, and differences in the patients' characteristics, severity at presentation, and clinical outcomes. We compared patients with odontogenic infections who were taken to theatre at the Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital (RBWH) between January 2003 and December 2004 with those treated between January 2013 and December 2014, a total of 292. Data on demographics, presentation, previous history, antimicrobial treatment, and admissions, were collated and analysed. There were no significant differences in demographics. In the 2013/2014 group there was a two-fold increase in infections related to lower third molars (p=0.001), a 50% increase in trismus (p=0.001), and a 20% increase in submandibular swelling (p=0.010). The percentage of patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) was three and a half times higher in the 2013/2014 group (p=0.001). The presentation of odontogenic infections has increased in the decade from 2003/2004 to 2013/2014. Measures of the severity of disease have increased, while the basic characteristics of the patients have remained constant. Improved primary preventative measures and early interventions are therefore needed to alleviate the burden that these infections place on the public health system.
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Li K, Guo Q, Zhang X, Dong X, Liu W, Zhang A, Li Y, Yan J, Jia G, Zheng Z, Tang W, Pan L, An M, Zhang B, Liu S, Fu B. Oral cancer-associated tertiary lymphoid structures: gene expression profile and prognostic value. Clin Exp Immunol 2019; 199:172-181. [PMID: 31652350 DOI: 10.1111/cei.13389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/22/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Tertiary lymphoid structure (TLS) provides a local and critical microenvironment for both cellular and humoral immunity and supports effective antigen presentation and lymphocyte activation. However, the gene expression profile and prognostic significance of TLS in oral cancer remain largely unrevealed. In this study, we found the presence of both intratumoral and peritumoral TLSs in a series of 65 patients with oral cancer treated by surgical resection, with positive detection rates of 33.8 and 75.4%, respectively. The presence of intratumoral TLSs, but not peritumoral TLSs, was significantly associated with decreased P53 and Ki67 scores (P = 0·027 and 0·047, respectively). The survival analyses revealed that oral cancer patients with higher grades of TLSs was associated with improved disease-free survival (DFS) and overall survival (OS) (P = 0·037 and 0·031, respectively). Gene expression profiling analysis of the cytokines and chemokines responsible for lymph-node neogenesis identified a three-up-regulated-gene set, i.e. IL7, LTB and CXCL13, which was shown to be correlated with human oral cancer-associated TLSs. This study provides a framework for better understanding of oral cancer-associated TLSs and for delineating future innovative prognostic biomarkers and immune therapeutic strategies for oral cancer.
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Sarria G, Sperk E, Xiaodi H, Sarria G, Wenz F, Brehmer S, Fu B, Min S, Zhang H, Qin S, Qiu X, Abo-Madyan Y, Hänggi D, Martinez D, Cabrera C, Giordano F. Intraoperative Radiotherapy for Glioblastoma: An International Pooled Analysis. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2019.06.2308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Jian YF, Fu B, Fu S, Liu X. Synthesis, Crystal Structure, and Photoluminescence of a Lithium Perchlorate Complex with 18-Crown-6. J STRUCT CHEM+ 2019. [DOI: 10.1134/s0022476619070138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Kershenbaum A, Fu B, Gilbert R. Three decades of inequality in neonatal and early childhood mortality in singleton births in Scotland. J Public Health (Oxf) 2019; 39:712-719. [PMID: 27784756 DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fdw114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2016] [Accepted: 09/13/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background Socioeconomic inequality in child mortality highlights opportunities for policies to reduce child deaths. Methods We used singleton birth, death and maternity records from Scotland, 1981-2011, to examine mortality rate differences by age across deprivation quintiles over time. We measured the difference between the most and least deprived quintiles (Q5-Q1) and the slope index of inequality (SII) across all quintiles-measures of the absolute deprivation gap, providing an indication of the public health impact. Results Q5-Q1 remained relatively constant from 1990 onwards for early neonates, widened in the mid-2000s for late neonates, increased in the 1990 s then decreased in the 2000 s in the post-neonates and declined over time in early childhood. The trend over time in SII showed no significant change for early neonates (P = 0.440), significant decrease for post-neonates (P = 0.010) and early childhood (P = 0.043), and significant increase for late neonates (P = 0.011). Conclusions Over three decades, the absolute deprivation gap in mortality widened in late neonates but stabilized or declined at other ages. This may reflect improved survival beyond the early neonatal period of babies with conditions related to socioeconomic inequality such as prematurity. Monitoring birth cohort data could enhance understanding of this vulnerable group.
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Fu B, Wang C, Sun Y, Yao J, Wang Y, Ge F, Yang F, Liu Z, Dang Y, Zhang X, Shao X, Li R, Hu W. A "Phase Separation" Molecular Design Strategy Towards Large-Area 2D Molecular Crystals. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2019; 31:e1901437. [PMID: 31268577 DOI: 10.1002/adma.201901437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2019] [Revised: 06/19/2019] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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2D molecular crystals (2DMCs) have attracted considerable attention because of their unique optoelectronic properties and potential applications. Taking advantage of the solution processability of organic semiconductors, solution self-assembly is considered an effective way to grow large-area 2DMCs. However, this route is largely blocked because a precise molecular design towards 2DMCs is missing and little is known about the relationship between 2D solution self-assembly and molecular structure. A "phase separation" molecular design strategy towards 2DMCs is proposed and layer-by-layer growth of millimeter-sized monolayer or few-layer 2DMCs is realized. High-performance organic phototransistors are constructed based on the 2DMCs with unprecedented photosensitivity (2.58 × 107 ), high responsivity (1.91 × 104 A W-1 ), and high detectivity (4.93 × 1015 Jones). This "phase separation" molecular design strategy provides a guide for the design and synthesis of novel organic semiconductors that self-assemble into large-area 2DMCs for advanced organic (opto)electronics.
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Wang WT, Zhang DJ, Liu ZG, Peng FG, Wang L, Fu B, Wu SH, Li ZQ, Guo ZH, Liu D. Identification of differentially expressed genes in adipose tissue of min pig and large white pig using RNA-seq. ACTA AGR SCAND A-AN 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/09064702.2019.1611912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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