血清补体C1q/肿瘤坏死因子相关蛋白3与2型糖尿病患者血尿酸水平的关联

目的探讨血清补体C1q/肿瘤坏死因子相关蛋白3(complement C1q/tumor necrosis factor-related protein-3,CTRP3)与新诊断2型糖尿病(type 2 diabetes mellitus,T2DM)患者血尿酸水平的相关性。方法选取中国人民解放军中部战区总医院新诊断T2DM患者152例,根据内脏脂肪面积(visceral fat area,VFA)分为非腹型肥胖组[AO(-)组]79例和腹型肥胖组[AO(+)组]73例。采用Spearman相关分析对CTRP3与血尿酸之间的相关性进行研究,采用多元逐步回归分析模型分析CTRP3对血尿酸的独立影响作用。结果与AO(-)组比较,AO(+)组的血尿酸更高(P=0.029),CTRP3水平更低(P<0.001)。Spearman相关分析显示:整体人群及AO(+)组中,CTRP3与血尿酸呈负相关(r=-0.180,r=-0.518,均有P<0.05);然而,AO(-)组CTRP3与血尿酸等参数均无相关性(均有P>0.05)。多元逐步回归分析显示,AO(+)组中,CTRP3水平独立影响血尿酸水平(β=-0.290,P=0.005),但AO(-)组未观察到这种关联。结论血清CTRP3与新诊断T2DM患者血尿酸水平独立负相关,该相关性具有肥胖依赖性的特点。     

Islets and pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma – An opportunity for translational research from the ‘Bench to the Bedside’

The islet-acinar axis is of prime importance to the optimal functioning of the human pancreas. Not only is this inter-relationship important for normal physiological processes, it is also relevant in diseased states, including chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). Early experiments, nearly 4 decades ago, explored the role of islets in the development and progression of PDAC. These led to further studies that provided compelling evidence to support the role of islets and their hormones in PDAC. This association presents oncologists with therapeutic options not only for managing, but potentially preventing PDAC, a cancer that is well known for its poor patient outcomes. This review will discuss the accumulated evidence regarding the role of islets and their hormones in PDAC and highlight areas for future research.     

The good,the bad,and the ugly facets of insulin resistance

Insulin is a potent anabolic hormone, and binding to its receptor activates downstream intracellular signaling pathways that regulate the nutrient metabolism, fluid homeostasis, growth, ionic transport, maintenance of vascular tone, and other functions. Insulin resistance (IR) is a condition characterized by subnormal cellular response to physiological levels of insulin. The IR is divided into three types (prereceptor, receptor, and postreceptor) based on the site of pathology. Beta cells attempt to overcome the IR by increasing the release of insulin, leading to hyperinsulinemia. IR is the predisposing factor for many metabolic and cardiovascular disorders. From the evolutionary perspective, the presence of IR offers a survival advantage in the face of starvation or stress. In this brief review, we discuss the different facets of insulin resistance and appraise the readers about the hitherto neglected beneficial advantages.     

The impact of long-term corticosteroid use on acute postoperative complications following lumbar decompression surgery

BackgroundCorticosteroids have a negative impact on the human immune system’s ability to function at an optimal level. Studies have shown that patients on long-term corticosteroids have higher infection rates. However, the rates of infection and other complications following lumbar decompression surgery remains under-investigated. The aim of our study was to determine the impact of preoperative long-term corticosteroid usage on acute, 30-day postoperative complications in a subset of patients undergoing lumbar spine decompression surgery, without fusion or instrumentation. We hypothesize that patients on long-term corticosteroids will have higher rates of infection and other postoperative complications after undergoing lumbar decompression surgery of the spine.MethodsA retrospective cohort study was conducted using data collected from the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database data from 2005 to 2016. Lumbar decompression surgeries, including discectomies, laminectomies, and others were identified using CPT codes. Chi-square analysis was used to evaluate differences among the corticosteroid and non-corticosteroid groups for demographics, preoperative comorbidities, and postoperative complications. Logistic regression analysis was done to determine if long-term corticosteroid use predicts incidence of postoperative infections following adjustment.Results26,734 subjects met inclusion criteria. A total of 1044 patients (3.9%) were on long-term corticosteroids prior to surgical intervention, and 25,690 patients (96.1%) were not on long-term corticosteroids. Patients on long-term corticosteroids were more likely to be older (p < 0.001), female (p < 0.001), nonsmokers (p < 0.001), and have a higher American Society of Anesthesiologist class (p < 0.001). Multivariate analysis demonstrated that long-term corticosteroid usage was associated with increased overall complications (odds ratio [OR]: 1.543; p < 0.001), and an independent risk factor for the development of minor complications (OR: 1.808; p < 0.001), urinary tract infection (OR: 2.033; p = 0.002), extended length of stay (OR: 1.244; p = 0.039), thromboembolic complications (OR: 1.919; p = 0.023), and sepsis complications (OR: 2.032; p = 0.024).ConclusionLong-term corticosteroid usage is associated with a significant increased risk of acute postoperative complication development, including urinary tract infection, sepsis and septic shock, thromboembolic complications, and extended length of hospital stay, but not with superficial or deep infection in patients undergoing lumbar decompression procedures. Spine surgeons should remain vigilant regarding postoperative complications in patients on long-term corticosteroids, especially as it relates to UTI and propensity to decompensate into sepsis or septic shock. Thromboembolic risk attenuation is also imperative in this patient group during the postoperative period and the surgeon should weigh the risks and benefits of more intensive anticoagulation measures.     

个体化糖尿病教育对初次使用胰岛素的2型糖尿病患者的疗效评价

目的探讨针对初次应用胰岛素治疗的2型糖尿病患者开展个体化糖尿病教育的临床价值。方法对照组患者开展常规的糖尿病健康教育,观察组则在该基础上开展个体化糖尿病教育。结果两组健康教育前SDSCA-6依从性量表各维度评分较低;健康教育后观察组SDSCA-6依从性量表各维度评分均高于对照组(P<0.05);两组健康教育FPG、2 hPG、HbAlc前较高(P>0.05);健康教育后观察组FPG、2 hPG、HbAlc低于对照组(P<0.05)。结论对于首次应用胰岛素治疗的2型糖尿病患者进行个体化的糖尿病教育可以有效提升其依从性,并更好的控制血糖水平。     

Effects of garlic powder supplementation on insulin resistance,oxidative stress,and body composition in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A randomized controlled clinical trial

BackgroundNon-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common chronic liver disease worldwide. Insulin resistance, oxidative stress, and obesity are major contributors to NAFLD pathogenesis. The effects of garlic powder supplementation on these risk factors in patients with NAFLD was investigated.MethodsIn this 12-wk, randomized controlled clinical trial, ninety patients with NAFLD were randomly assigned to two groups. The treatment group received four tablets of garlic (each coated tablet contained 400 mg garlic powder) daily and the control group received four tablets of placebo (each coated tablet contained 400 mg starch).ResultsA significant decrease was seen in the treatment group compared to the control group in waist circumference (P = 0.001), body fat percent (P < 0.001), serum concentration of fasting blood sugar (P = 0.01), insulin (P < 0.001), homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance (P < 0.001), and malondialdehyde (P < 0.001), as well as significant increase in skeletal muscle mass (P = 0.002), serum concentration of superoxide dismutase (P < 0.001), and total antioxidant capacity (P < 0.001).ConclusionGarlic powder supplementation improved risk factors of NAFLD. Further studies are needed to determine the effects of garlic on hepatic features in patients with NAFLD. The study protocol was registered at Iranian clinical trials website under code IRCT20170206032417N4.