Mediating role of health locus of control in supportive care needs and health promoting behaviours among patients with tuberculosis in China: a cross-sectional study.

Objectives: To explore the mediating role of health locus of control in the relationship between supportive care needs and health promoting behaviours among patients with pulmonary tuberculosis.

Design: A cross-sectional study.

Setting: This survey was conducted in three tuberculosis-designated hospitals in Xi'an, China, between March and May 2020.

Large-scale protein interactome reveals lineage-specific genes driving plant-parasitic nematode adaptive innovations.

Mounting evidence suggests that lineage-specific genes drive phenotype diversity. Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs), among the most destructive plant pathogens, have evolved innovated traits required for plant parasitism, yet the genetic basis remains unclear. Here, we identify PPN lineage-specific genes (PPNLSGs) and analyze the large-scale protein interactome of their encoded proteins (PPNLSPs).

The moderating effect of working years on nurses' medical narrative ability and empathy ability: a cross-sectional survey study.

Objective: To explore the moderating effect of working years on nurses' medical narrative ability and empathy ability.

Methods: A multi-center cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1920 clinical nurses from 12 general hospitals of different levels in 7 cities of Hunan Province. Data were collected using a general information questionnaire, Narrative Competence Scale (NCS), and the Jefferson Empathy Health Professional Scale (JSE-HP).

Surface electromyography character of upper limb muscle after open reduction combine with ulnar osteotomy in children with neglected Monteggia fracture.

Objective: This study aims to investigate the surface electromyography (sEMG) characteristics of upper limb muscles in children with neglected Monteggia fracture after open reduction of radial head dislocation and ulna osteotomy and bone grafting internal fixation, and to understand the recovery of muscle activity in children after operation, provide reference for clinical rehabilitation.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on sixteen children with neglected Monteggia fracture who underwent ulna osteotomy at our hospital from January 2021 to August 2022. The biceps brachii, triceps brachii, flexor carpi radialis, and extensor carpi ulnaris muscle activities were recorded during grip strength tests, flexion and extension of elbow joint while holding a 1 kg dumbbell, as well as gripping tasks.

Chinese translation and validation of the Personalized Psychological Flexibility Index (PPFI) for medical college students.

Background: Psychological flexibility (PF) is defined as the ability to pursue valuable life goals despite the existence of distress. The Personalized Psychological Flexibility Index (PPFI) is a new measure of psychological flexibility that can address existing deficiencies. This study aimed to translate and validate the psychometric characteristics of the Chinese version of the PPFI among medical college students.

Psychometric validation of the Chinese version of the longer-term Unmet Needs after Stroke monitoring tool for stroke patients.

Purpose: This study aimed to translate, adapt, and test the psychometric properties of the Longer-term Unmet Needs after Stroke (LUNS) monitoring tool for Chinese stroke patients.

Materials And Methods: The LUNS monitoring tool was translated and cross-culturally adapted using the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy translation methodology and two rounds of expert consultation. A cross-sectional study was conducted to test the validity and reliability of the Chinese version of the tool from April to October 2023 in Xi'an.

Non-pharmacological interventions on quality of life in stroke survivors: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Non-pharmacological interventions have been used in the rehabilitation of stroke survivors, but their effects on stroke survivors' quality of life (QoL) are unknown.

Aim: This review aimed to summarize the existing evidence regarding non-pharmacological interventions for QoL in stroke survivors and to evaluate the effectiveness of different types of interventions.

Methods: We systematically searched databases including PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Chinese BioMedical Literature Database, China Science and Technology Journal Database, and Wanfang data from the earliest available records to March 2023.

Comparison of the midterm result between Lag-Screw fixation and K-wires treating displaced medial epicondyle fractures in children.

Medial epicondyle fractures a prevalent injury, constituting 11% to 20% of all elbow fractures in children and adolescents. Common fixation strategies for displaced medial epicondylar fractures involve the use of K-wires and Lag-Screw fixation. The aim of this retrospective study was to compare 2 methods for treating medial epicondylar fractures in children.

Unzipped chromosome-level genomes reveal allopolyploid nematode origin pattern as unreduced gamete hybridization.

The formation and consequences of polyploidization in animals with clonal reproduction remain largely unknown. Clade I root-knot nematodes (RKNs), characterized by parthenogenesis and allopolyploidy, show a widespread geographical distribution and extensive agricultural destruction. Here, we generated 4 unzipped polyploid RKN genomes and identified a putative novel alternative telomeric element.

Efficacy of modified kidner procedure combined with subtalar arthroereisis treating adolescent type 2 painful accessory navicular with flexible flatfoot.

Purpose: To investigate the clinical efficacy of modified kidner procedure combined with subtalar arthroereisis in the treatment of adolescent type II painful accessory navicular with flexible flatfoot.

Methods: From January 2018 to January 2022, 25 adolescent patients (40 feet) with painful type II accessory navicular and flexible flatfoot admitted to our hospital were enrolled in the study, including 13 males (23 feet) and 12 females (17 feet). All patients underwent modified kidner procedure combined with subtalar joint arthrodesis.

Modified ulnar lengthening for correction of the Masada type 2 forearm deformity in hereditary multiple exostosis.

Few articles have reported on the treatment of Masada type 2 forearm deformities in hereditary multiple exostosis, possibly because of the high redislocation rate and other complications. This study precisely declares the use of modified ulnar lengthening by an Ilizarov external fixation with tumour excision for the treatment of Masada type 2 forearm deformities. 20 children with Masada type 2 forearm deformities were admitted for surgical treatment at our hospital from February 2014 to February 2021.

Surface electromyographic characteristics of forearm muscles after ulnar and radius fracture inchildren.

Objective: To evaluate the characteristics of forearm muscle activity in children with ulnar and radius fractures during different follow-up periods by surface electromyography.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed on 20 children with ulnar and radius fractures treated with an elastic intramedullary nail from October 2020 to December 2021. All children were treated with transcubital casts after surgery.

Max interacting protein 1 induces IL-17-producing T helper/regulatory T imbalance in osteoarthritis by upregulating tectonic family member 2.

Background/aim: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common total joint disorder associated with regulatory T cell (Treg)/IL-17-producing T helper (Th17) cell imbalance. This study elucidated the mechanism underlying Th17/Treg imbalance during OA progression.

Methods: CD4 T cells were isolated and induced to differentiate and obtain Th17 and Treg cells, and an OA mouse model was established by anterior cruciate ligament transection surgery, followed by loss- and gain-of-function assays.

Characteristics of surface electromyogram signals after Pemberton pelvic osteotomy combined with femoral osteotomy in children with unilateral developmental dysplasia of the hip.

This study aimed to assess the surface electromyogram (sEMG) signal characteristics of the muscle around the hip joint after Pemberton osteotomy in children with unilateral developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). A total of 21 children with unilateral DDH who had received Pemberton osteotomy were selected as the DDH group, and 21 healthy children of the same age were selected as the control group. The children in both groups were tested using sEMG, the Root mean square (RMS) values of the tensor fascia lata, rectus femurs, and medial head of the hamstring and gluteus maximum on both sides in standing and walking status were recorded.

The midterm outcomes of ankle Dias-Tachdjian pronation-eversion external rotation physeal fracture in children treated by open reduction internal fixation with one-stage medial-lateral combined incision.

The objective of this study was to report the midterm outcomes and complications of ankle Dias-Tachdjian pronation-eversion external rotation (PEER) physeal fracture in children treated by ORIF with combined medial and lateral incision. A total of 21 children with ankle Dias-Tachdjian PEER physeal fracture underwent open reduction internal fixation treatment with combined medial and lateral incision between January 2015 and October 2017. The lateral distal tibia angle (LDTA) was measured to evaluate angular deformity and the X-rays were taken to evaluate the premature physeal arrest.

Mid-term clinical result of femoral varus osteotomy combined with Pemberton osteotomy in treating spastic hip subluxation.

Hip subluxation in ambulant children with cerebral palsy may lead to limited walking and pain. This study aimed to introduce the indications and methods of femoral varus osteotomy combined with Pemberton osteotomy in treating spastic hip subluxation to evaluate the interim clinical result and outcome and to discuss its corrective mechanism and orthopedic effect. A total of 23 children with spastic hip subluxation, who underwent femoral varus osteotomy combined with Pemberton osteotomy were selected.

Dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica combined with contralateral accessory scaphoid bone: A case report and literature review.

Rationale: Dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica (DEH), also known as Trevor disease, is a rare, developmental bone disorder of childhood.

Patient Concerns: A 9-year-old girl was admitted due to pain in front of the medial malleolus of her right foot after a long walk or distance movement, in which the pain could be relieved after rest, while it was repeated and lasted for several months.

Diagnosis: Dysplasia epiphysealis hemimelica INTERVENTIONS:: The patient underwent an open resection surgery.

Synovial chondromatosis of the hip joint in childhood: A case report and literature review.

Rationale: Pain in the hip joint is a common symptom in children. The common diseases leading to pain in the hip joint in children include transient synovitis of the hip, septic arthritis of the hip, and Legg-Calve-Perthes disease.

Patient Concerns: A 7-year-old boy was admitted due to pain in the right hip joint and limping for more than 1 month.

Comparison of mid-term efficacy of spastic flatfoot in ambulant children with cerebral palsy by 2 different methods.

To compare the treatment efficacy of spastic flatfoot surgery by 2 different surgical methods: nonfusion subtalar arthroereisis using subtalar joint stabilizer (SJS) and Dennyson-Fulford subtalar arthrodesis (D-FSA).A total of 26 cases of ambulant children with cerebral palsy diagnosed as spastic flatfoot were surgically treated from January 2011 to December 2014. Preoperative and postoperative American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society-Ankle and Hindfoot (AOFAS-AH) scores, anteroposterior-talocalcaneal angles (ATAs), and lateral talar-first metatarsal angles (Meary angles) of the affected foot were recorded.

[The effect of different intensity exercise on skeletal muscle fiber MHC subtype transformation and CaN/NFATc1 signaling pathways].

Objective: To study the effect of different intensity exercise on skeletal muscle fiber myosin heavy chain(MHC) subtype transformation and CaN/NFATc1 signaling pathways.

Methods: Twenty-four Male SD rats (2-month old) were randomly divided into normal control group (NC), moderate intensity exercise group (ME, grade 5°, speed 18 m/min), heavy intensity exercise group (HE, grade 10°, 26.8 m/min).

Calcineurin-NFAT Signaling and Neurotrophins Control Transformation of Myosin Heavy Chain Isoforms in Rat Soleus Muscle in Response to Aerobic Treadmill Training.

This study elucidated the role of CaN-NFAT signaling and neurotrophins on the transformation of myosin heavy chain isoforms in the rat soleus muscle fiber following aerobic exercise training. To do so, we examined the content and distribution of myosin heavy chain (MyHC) isoforms in the rat soleus muscle fiber, the activity of CaN and expression of NFATc1 in these fibers, and changes in the expression of nerve growth factor (NGF), brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and neutrophin-3 (NT-3) in the soleus and striatum following high-and medium-intensity aerobic treadmill training. Specific pathogen-free 2 month old male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomly divided into three groups: Control group (Con, n = 8), moderate-intensity aerobic exercise group (M-Ex, n = 8) and high-intensity aerobic exercise group (H-Ex, n = 8).