Publications by authors named "Xiao-jun Yu"

Background: Atypical glioblastoma (GBM) (minimal or no necrosis on MRI) and primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) are difficult to distinguish on MRI; whether tumor habitat can more accurately distinguish atypical GBM from PCNSL remains uncertain.

Purpose: To evaluate the diagnostic performance with tumor habitats, apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC), and edema index (EI) to distinguish atypical GBM from PCNSL.

Study Type: Retrospective.

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Objective: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) frequently leads to Mineral Bone Disorder (MBD), which significantly affects patient quality of life due to bone fragility and metabolic disturbances. This study investigates the role of Casein Kinase 2 (CK2) and Ubiquitin-Specific Protease 7 (USP7) in modulating Runt-related Transcription Factor 2 (RUNX2)-driven osteogenesis in a CKD-MBD mouse model.

Methods: A CKD-MBD mouse model was established using 5/6 nephrectomy.

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Objective: To explore the efficacy of ultrasound-guided selective nerve block anesthesia in the distal third of the forearm while maintaining active flexion and extension during surgery for stenosing tenosynovitis.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 61 patients including 15 males and 46 females with American Society of Anesthesiologists(ASA)gradesⅠorⅡ, who underwent surgery for stenosing tenosynovitis in our hospital between January 2017 and January 2022. These patients, aged from 16 to 72 years old (weighing 44 to 75 kg), underwent selective nerve blocks targeting the median and ulnar nerves at the middle and distal third of the forearm, and the superficial branch of radial nerve at the dorsal radial side of wrist joint, under ultrasound guidance.

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Objectives: To investigate the occurrence and mechanism of acute Karoshi and explore its forensic identification.

Methods: SD rats were divided into the control group (=15) and experimental groups (=45, acute Karoshi group and overwork survival group). A severe fatigue model was established by combining forced swimming under load to exhaustion and sleep deprivation.

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This study delved into the molecular mechanisms underlying mechanical stress-induced intervertebral disc degeneration (msi-IDD) through single-cell and high-throughput transcriptome sequencing in mouse models and patient samples. Results exhibited an upsurge in macrophage presence in msi-IDD intervertebral disc (IVD) tissues, with secreted phosphoprotein 1 (SPP1) identified as a pivotal driver exacerbating degeneration via the protein kinase RNA-like endoplasmic reticulum kinase/ activating transcription factor 4/ interleukin-10 (PERK/ATF4/IL-10) signaling axis. Inhibition of SPP1 demonstrated promising outcomes in mitigating msi-IDD progression in both in vitro and in vivo models.

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  • Epithelioid glioblastoma (Ep-GBM) is a rare and aggressive brain tumor variant, with a high recurrence rate and poor prognosis; there’s currently no established standard treatment for it.
  • In a study of 58 Ep-GBM cases, common symptoms included headaches and dizziness, and the median survival rates were 12.7 months for progression-free survival and 29.1 months overall; reoperation after recurrence notably improved survival time.
  • Key factors influencing survival included tumor spread before initial surgery, the number of adjuvant temozolomide cycles received, and radiotherapy; extending the Stupp regimen with more temozolomide cycles could enhance outcomes for patients.
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Methods: Single-cell transcriptomics and high-throughput transcriptomics were used to screen factors significantly correlated with intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD). Expression changes of CFIm25 were determined via RT-qPCR and Western blot. NP cells were isolated from mouse intervertebral discs and induced to degrade with TNF-α and IL-1β.

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  • Intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is a common chronic issue that leads to back pain and reduced mobility, and this study explores how extracellular vesicles from human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (hUCMSCs) can influence IVDD.
  • Using RNA sequencing, researchers found important molecules, MALAT1 and miRNA-138-5p, which play a role in IVDD by regulating gene expression in mouse nucleus pulposus tissues.
  • The study suggests that hUCMSC-derived EVs can reduce ferroptosis (a form of cell death) in cells affected by IVDD, indicating potential new therapies for improving this condition.
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Background: Bisphenol A (BPA) levels are high in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The mechanism by which BPA induces abnormal glucose metabolism in PCOS patients is largely unknown.

Methods: Serum and urine samples were collected from women with and without PCOS (control) at the reproductive medicine center with informed consent.

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We performed the first sequencing of the complete mitogenome of by high-throughput sequencing. A circular DNA molecule of 15,219 bp in size, encoding 2 rRNAs, 22 tRNAs, and 13 PCGs, contains a non-coding AT-rich region. The overall nucleotide composition of the genome is A (39.

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Introduction: Dajianzhong decoction (DJZD), a classic famous prescription, has a long history of medicinal application. Modern studies have demonstrated its clinical utility in the treatment of postoperative ileus (POI). But none of the current quality evaluation methods for this compound is associated with efficacy.

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Problem: Immunomodulation profoundly affects the process of human implantation. Trophoblast cell-derived microparticles (Tr-MPs) may activate specific T cells to attack trophoblast cells, thus potentially acting as an immunocontraceptive vaccine. The safety and persistence of Tr-MP vaccine are needed to address.

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Background: Accumulating evidence indicates that intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD) is associated with diabetes mellitus (DM), while the underlying mechanisms still remain elusive. Herein, the current study sought to explore the potential molecular mechanism of IDD in diabetic rats based on transcriptome sequencing data.

Methods: Streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetes mellitus type 1 (T1DM) rats were used to obtain the nucleus pulposus tissues for transcriptome sequencing.

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Ferrostatin-1 (Fer-1), an inhibitor of ferroptosis, is implicated in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD). The current study explored the role of Fer-1 in IDD via the toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4)/NF-κB signaling pathway. IDD-related gene expression microarray GSE124272 and high-throughput sequencing data set GSE175710 were obtained through the Gene Expression Omnibus database.

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Glioma is emerging as an aggressive type of glioma characterized by invasive growth pattern and dismal oncologic outcomes. microRNAs (miRNAs) have been attracting research attention in tumorigenesis. Herein, the aim of the current investigation was to explore the functional role of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs)-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) containing miR-503 in glioma.

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Objective: To develop and validate a nomogram for predicting 6-week mortality in patients with liver cirrhosis and acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) and to compare it with other commonly used scoring systems.

Methods: This retrospective study included cirrhotic patients with acute UGIB hospitalized between January 2013 and December 2020. Random sampling was used to divide patients into the training (n = 676) and validation cohorts (n = 291) at a 7:3 ratio.

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Purpose: The paper holds the research purpose of confirming the long-term results of trans-scaphoid perilunate fracture dislocations (TSPFD) under the treatment of open reduction and internal fixation.

Methods: Anteroposterial-lateral radiographs of the patient's wrist were taken before and after surgery. We use a dorsal approach for all cases.

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Objectives: To evaluate the oncologic and functional results of scapular reconstruction after partial or total scapulectomy for chondrosarcoma.

Materials And Methods: Twenty-one patients with chondrosarcoma who underwent partial or total scapulectomy between January 2005 and July 2019 were reviewed retrospectively.

Results: At a mean follow-up of 62.

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Background: Acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) patients have high mortality in a short period of time. This study aimed to compare the prognosis of transplanted ACLF patients to that of nontransplanted ACLF patients and decompensated cirrhosis recipients.

Methods: Clinical data of 29 transplanted ACLF patients, 312 nontransplanted ACLF patients, and 60 transplanted decompensated cirrhosis patients were retrospectively collected.

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Objective: It has been reported that bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) are a potential source of autologous stem cells to support the nucleus pulposus (NP) regeneration in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD). Herein, we aim to study the mechanism underlying the effects of BMSC-derived extracellular vesicles (BMSC-EVs) on nucleus pulposus cells (NPCs) in IDD.

Methods: EVs were isolated from BMSCs.

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Background: Tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TSGCT) is a benign tumor derived from the synovium of the joints, bursa, and tendon sheaths, which is mainly located around the tendon sheath of hand and foot. Extra-articular TSGCT are relatively rare and are mainly found in the soft tissue around the large joint. They are rarer when located purely intramuscular or subcutaneous, and mostly in the lower extremities.

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Targeting angiogenesis has been considered a promising treatment for a large number of malignancies, including osteosarcoma. Bevacizumab (Bev) is an anti-vascular endothelial growth factor being used for this purpose. We herein investigate the therapeutic potential of Bev in angiogenesis during osteosarcoma and the related mechanisms.

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Background: This study sought to define the risk factors for lymph node metastasis (LNM) of soft tissue sarcomas (STS) of the head, neck, and extremities, and the clinical significance of negative lymph node dissection (NLND).

Methods: STS patient data in the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database from 1988 to 2015 were extracted and pooled. Logistics regression analysis was used to identify risk factors for LNM, Cox proportional hazards and Fine-Grey's models were used for survival analysis, and Propensity score matching analysis (PSM) was used to assess the impact of NLND on patient prognosis.

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  • Immune checkpoint inhibitors, like toripalimab, are becoming popular in treating solid tumors, including liver cancer (HCC).
  • The safety of these inhibitors before or after liver transplant is still unclear, with previous reports mainly focusing on posttransplant rejection issues.
  • In a case study, a patient who received toripalimab before liver transplant experienced severe acute hepatic necrosis, suggesting a potential link to immune rejection triggered by the treatment.
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