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  • SAGE Publications  (15)
  • 1
    In: Diabetes and Vascular Disease Research, SAGE Publications, Vol. 19, No. 4 ( 2022-07), p. 147916412211229-
    Abstract: We aimed to explore the shared and specific signalling pathways involved in diabetic retinopathy (DR), diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) and diabetic nephropathy (DN). Methods Differentially expressed mRNAs and lncRNAs were identified by high-throughput sequencing. Subsequently, functional enrichment analysis, protein-protein interaction (PPI) analysis and lncRNAs-mRNAs networks were conducted to determine the pathogenic mechanisms underlying DR, DPN and DN. Results Twenty-six biological pathways were shared among DR, DPN and DN groups compared to the type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) group without complications, and most of the shared pathways and core proteins were involved in immune and inflammatory responses of microvascular damage. Cytokine‒cytokine receptor interactions and chemokine signalling pathway were the most significant and specific pathways for DR, and the lncRNA‒mRNA regulatory networks affected DR by targeting these pathways. Sphingolipid metabolism and neuroactive ligand-receptor pathways were found to be specific for the pathogenesis of DPN. Moreover, multiple amino acid metabolic pathways were involved in the occurrence and progression of DN. Conclusions Diabetic retinopathy, DPN and DN exhibited commonality and heterogeneity simultaneously. The shared pathologic mechanisms underlying these diabetic complications are involved in diabetic microvascular damage via immune and inflammatory pathways. Our findings predict several biomarkers and therapeutic targets for these diabetic complications.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1479-1641 , 1752-8984
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2022
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  • 2
    In: Integrative Cancer Therapies, SAGE Publications, Vol. 19 ( 2020-01), p. 153473542097657-
    Abstract: Acupuncture has been proved effective for cancer related pain (CRP) in China, America and some other countries. However, there is relative lack of evidence to support the use of acupuncture for CRP in Australia. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture for management of CRP in a real-world setting and to understand cancer patients’ experience of undergoing acupuncture for CRP. Methods: A pragmatic randomised controlled trial will be conducted in South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) in NSW, Australia. Adults with cancer related pain (n = 106) will be randomised in a 1:1 ratio to receive the acupuncture intervention up front versus after a wait list period of 4 weeks. Pain level (by Numerical Rating Scale), analgesic use, auricular acupressure frequency and adverse events will be assessed at baseline, mid-treatment and post-treatment. Expectancy on trial outcome (by Credibility and Expectancy questionnaire) will be assessed at baseline. The perspective of the participants (by an interview) will be recorded after the last intervention. Expected outcomes: We hypothesise that acupuncture will relieve cancer related pain at mid-treatment and post-treatment. We also hypothesise that few adverse events will be provoked by acupuncture. Trial registration: Australia New-Zealand Clinical Trial Registry (ACTRN12620000325909).
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1534-7354 , 1552-695X
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2020
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  • 3
    In: Experimental Biology and Medicine, SAGE Publications, Vol. 240, No. 11 ( 2015-11), p. 1480-1489
    Abstract: Kallmann syndrome, a form of idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, is characterized by developmental abnormalities of the reproductive system and abnormal olfaction. Despite association of certain genes with idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, the genetic inheritance and expression are complex and incompletely known. In the present study, seven Kallmann syndrome pedigrees in an ethnic Han Chinese population were screened for genetic mutations. The exons and intron–exon boundaries of 19 idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism)-related genes in seven Chinese Kallmann syndrome pedigrees were sequenced. Detected mutations were also tested in 70 sporadic Kallmann syndrome cases and 200 Chinese healthy controls. In pedigrees 1, 2, and 7, the secondary sex characteristics were poorly developed and the patients’ sense of smell was severely or completely lost. We detected a genetic mutation in five of the seven pedigrees: homozygous KAL1 p.R191ter (pedigree 1); homozygous KAL1 p.C13ter (pedigree 2; a novel mutation); heterozygous FGFR1 p.R250W (pedigree 3); and homozygous PROKR2 p.Y113H (pedigrees 4 and 5). No genetic change of the assayed genes was detected in pedigrees 6 and 7. Among the 70 sporadic cases, we detected one homozygous and one heterozygous PROKR2 p.Y113H mutation. This mutation was also detected heterozygously in 2/200 normal controls and its pathogenicity is likely questionable. The genetics and genotype–phenotype relationships in Kallmann syndrome are complicated. Classical monogenic inheritance does not explain the full range of genetic inheritance of Kallmann syndrome patients. Because of stochastic nature of genetic mutations, exome analyses of Kallmann syndrome patients may provide novel insights.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1535-3702 , 1535-3699
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2015
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  • 4
    In: Energy Exploration & Exploitation, SAGE Publications, Vol. 32, No. 5 ( 2014-10), p. 873-889
    Abstract: Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) was used to determine the concentrations of rare earth elements and yttrium (REY) in coal and associated rock samples from the Suhaitu Mine, Wuda Coalfield, Northern China. The concentration of REY in the No. 15 coal of the Suhaitu Mine is lower than that in normal Chinese coal, but is slightly higher than that in normal world hard coal. The roof and some partings of the No. 15 coal have been leached by ground water. The geochemical patterns of REY indicate that the LREY-HREY have been slightly fractionated, which may be related to the homogenization of rare earth elements and yttrium in seawater. The REY distribution patterns for most of coal benches of the No. 15 coal are of H-REY type or H-M-REY type. This may be attributed to the influence of seawater and stronger organic affinity of the HREY than that of the LREY. The correlations of REY concentration and the ash yield indicate that REY in the No. 15 coal are associated with clay minerals and REY-bearing organic compounds.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0144-5987 , 2048-4054
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2014
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  • 5
    In: Journal of International Medical Research, SAGE Publications, Vol. 47, No. 9 ( 2019-09), p. 4163-4182
    Abstract: To investigate the involvement of microRNAs (miRNAs) in the pathogenesis of obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS). Methods In this study, we investigated miRNA profiles in the upper airway (UA) skeletal muscles of four patients with OSAHS and four matched controls using the miRCURY miRNA array. In another cohort of 12 OSAHS cases and 7 controls, the mRNA expression levels of interleukin (IL)-6 and Lin-28 homolog A (Lin28A), targets of the downregulated let-7 family members, were measured by real-time quantitative-PCR. The potential targets of the miRNAs were predicted by miRNA target prediction databases miRanda, Microcosm, and Targetscan. Results The array identified 370 differentially expressed miRNAs, of which 181 were upregulated and 189 were downregulated in OSAHS patients (based on a fold-change 〉 2.0 and p  〈  0.05). Upregulation of IL-6 and Lin28A was validated by quantitative reverse transcription PCR. The 612 targets predicted by all three algorithms were subjected to gene ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analyses. The results revealed perturbations in signaling pathways and cellular functions. Conclusion This study demonstrated profoundly altered miRNA expression profiles in upper airway muscular tissues of patients with OSAHS, which might contribute to the formation and development of OSAHS.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0300-0605 , 1473-2300
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2019
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  • 6
    In: Journal of International Medical Research, SAGE Publications, Vol. 48, No. 5 ( 2020-05), p. 030006051989535-
    Abstract: Cerebral infarction has a poor prognosis and causes a serious burden on families and society. Recombinant tissue plasminogen activator (rt-PA) and urokinase (UK) are commonly used thrombolytic agents in the clinic. However, direct and powerful clinical trial evidence to determine the therapeutic effect of rt-PA and UK on intravenous thrombolysis is lacking. Methods In this study, 180 patients with acute cerebral infarction were treated with rt-PA or UK. The National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) scores, Barthel index, bleeding complications, and biomarkers were evaluated. Results No significant differences in NIHSS or Barthel scores were found between the groups. However, UK increased the risk of intracranial haemorrhage compared with rt-PA. rt-PA had increased activity in reducing serum levels of MMP-9 than UK. Conclusion Intravenous thrombolysis with rt-PA and UK in the time window of acute cerebral infarction can achieve similar therapeutic effects, but rt-PA can further reduce the risk of cerebral haemorrhage and is relatively safer than UK.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0300-0605 , 1473-2300
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2020
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  • 7
    In: Tumori Journal, SAGE Publications
    Abstract: To retrospectively explore the survival predictors and treatment efficacy of advanced pneumonic-type lung adenocarcinoma (P-ADC). Methods: Retrospective analysis of clinical data and survival follow-up was undertaken on 41 patients with advanced P-ADC from January 1, 2009, to April 30, 2019. Analysis on tumor biomarkers such as carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), neuron-specific enolase (NSE), and the cytokeratin-19-fragment (Cyfra21-1) were undertaken. The patients in this study were divided into three groups based on usage of tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI): TKI therapy group (including combination with chemotherapy), non-TKI therapy group (chemotherapy alone), and palliative care group. Results: More than half of the patients had higher levels of tumor biomarkers and the incidence of NSE was highest (81.8%), followed by CEA (74.4%) and Cyfra21-1 (74.1%). All patients had abnormal findings on chest computed tomography and with adenocarcinoma pathology. The overall survival (OS) time was 10.4 months in TKI group, 8.8 months in the non-TKI group, and 2.1 months in the palliative care group. Patients with higher level of serum Cyfra21-1 had insignificantly shorter survival time compared to those with normal Cyfra21-1 ( p = 0.067). TKI therapy and non-TKI therapy provided a better prognosis prediction compared to palliative care. TKI therapy improved prognosis compared to non-TKI therapy. The comprehensive based TKI therapy provided improved OS vs the non-TKI therapy. Conclusion: TKI-based therapy could improve the prognosis and OS for advanced P-ADC. This study recommends the analysis of EGFR mutations for all patients with advanced P-ADC.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0300-8916 , 2038-2529
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2020
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  • 8
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    In:  Asian Cardiovascular and Thoracic Annals Vol. 12, No. 1 ( 2004-03), p. 58-60
    In: Asian Cardiovascular and Thoracic Annals, SAGE Publications, Vol. 12, No. 1 ( 2004-03), p. 58-60
    Abstract: To evaluate the protective effect of continuous pulmonary perfusion with oxygenated blood during aortic crossclamping, 12 mixed-breed piglets (7–12 kg) were placed on cardiopulmonary bypass for 130 minutes. An experiment group of 6 (group E) had continuous pulmonary perfusion with oxygenated blood during cardiopulmonary bypass, while the other 6 served as controls (group C). Pulmonary function was measured at the beginning and end of cardiopulmonary bypass and one hour later. Histology was compared before and after cardiopulmonary bypass. Pulmonary function after cardiopulmonary bypass was significantly better in group E than group C. There was preservation of the normal pulmonary parenchyma in group E, whereas group C had marked intra-alveolar edema and abundant intra-alveolar neutrophils. Anoxia of lung tissue during aortic crossclamping on cardiopulmonary bypass is probably the major factor in lung injury. Continuous pulmonary perfusion was effective in preventing lung injury during aortic crossclamping.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0218-4923 , 1816-5370
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2004
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  • 9
    In: Journal of Intensive Care Medicine, SAGE Publications, Vol. 37, No. 10 ( 2022-10), p. 1281-1287
    Abstract: Sepsis is the major culprit of death among critically ill patients who are hospitalized in intensive care units (ICUs). Although sepsis-related mortality is steadily declining year-by-year due to the continuous understanding of the pathophysiological mechanism on sepsis and improvement of the bundle treatment, sepsis-associated hospitalization is rising worldwide. Surviving Sepsis Campaign (SSC) guidelines are continuously updating, while their content is extremely complex and comprehensive for a precisely implementation in clinical practice. As a consequence, a standardized step-by-step approach for the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis is particularly important. In the present study, we proposed a standardized step-by-step approach for the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis using our daily clinical experience and the latest researches, which is close to clinical practice and is easy to implement. The proposed approach may assist clinicians to more effectively diagnose and treat septic patients and avoid the emergence of adverse clinical outcomes.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0885-0666 , 1525-1489
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2022
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  • 10
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    SAGE Publications ; 2024
    In:  Lighting Research & Technology
    In: Lighting Research & Technology, SAGE Publications
    Abstract: With increased consumers’ demand for safe and healthy food, LED lighting for photobiology has received wider attention. In order to prolong the preservation time of the post-harvest lettuce, this paper documents a novel light source designed for preservation based on the chlorophyll absorption spectrum. Effects of intermittent exposure (35 μmol m −2 s −1 ) on sensory quality and chlorophyll content in fresh lettuce were investigated during 3 days storage at 20°C ± 1°C and 60% ± 1% humidity using dark as the control. The results show that the lighting reduced the colour difference value of lettuce by 23.5% compared with the dark. The content of chlorophyll was 19.7% more than in the dark. The lighting with the novel light source inhibited the decline in the colour difference value − a/ b of lettuce and delayed the degradation of chlorophyll.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1477-1535 , 1477-0938
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    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2024
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