Current Knowledge on Craniodental Anatomy and Dental Pathology in Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys (Rhinopithecus roxellana): A Comparative Review.

The Sichuan golden snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana) is a rare and endangered species endemic to China that occupies a particularly important position in the evolutionary history of Rhinopithecus species. Oral health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being in both humans and nonhuman primates. We review the current limited literature on the dental characteristics and dental pathologies related to the golden snub-nosed monkey, based on skeleton data and morphological evidence.

Distribution characteristics of stress on the vertebrae following different ranges of excision during Modified Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: A correlation study based on finite element analysis.

Background: Modified Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion with specific resection ranges is an effective surgical method for the treatment of focal ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL). Herein, we compare and analyse the static stress area distribution by performing different cuts on an original ideal finite element model.

Method: A total of 96 groups of finite element models of the C4-C6 cervical spine with different vertebral segmentation ranges (width: 1-12 mm, height: 1-8 mm) were established.

A new species of from China, with first description of the male of Liu, 2021 (Araneae, Sparassidae).

One new species of the genus Jäger, 1999, (♂, ♀), is described and figured from the Shennongjia Forestry District, Hubei Province, China. In addition, the male of Liu, 2021 is described for the first time from the Wuyishan National Nature Reserve, Fujian Province, China.

Gender and socioeconomic disparities in global burden of chronic kidney disease due to glomerulonephritis: A global analysis.

Aim: To investigate the gender and socioeconomic disparities in the global burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) due to glomerulonephritis from 1990 to 2019.

Methods: Data were extracted from the global burden of diseases (GBD) 2019 study, including incidence, prevalence and disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs). Estimated annual percentage changes (EAPCs) were calculated to quantify the temporal trends in age-standardized rate (ASR) of CKD due to glomerulonephritis.

Levels of Peripheral Th17 Cells and Th17-Related Cytokines in Patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Meta-analysis.

Background: Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease. Several proinflammatory cytokines produced by T helper 17 (Th17) cells are involved in the pathogenesis of AS. We performed a meta-analysis to determine the levels of Th17 cells and serum Th17-associated cytokines in patients with AS.

Progress of artificial intelligence in diabetic retinopathy screening.

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, and the limited availability of qualified ophthalmologists restricts its early diagnosis. For the past few years, artificial intelligence technology has developed rapidly and has been applied in DR screening. The upcoming technology provides support on DR screening and improves the identification of DR lesions with a high sensitivity and specificity.

(Rosaceae), a new species from Hubei Province, China.

- first discovered in Shennongjia National Nature Reserve, Hubei Province, China - is described as a new species of Rosaceae. Compared to all known Chinese species, the new species differs by possessing jointed styles, imbricate petals and a reniform radical leaf terminal leaflet. Most significantly, the jointed style is curved at an obtuse or a right angle.

(Primulaceae): a new species from Hubei, Central China.

This report provides a description of from the Shennongjia Forestry District, Hubei Province in Central China, which is categorized as a new species of the primrose family. is morphologically similar to Wall. ex Duby in terms of its simple umbel, efarinose, and prolonged bracts.

(Fabaceae), a new species from Hubei, Central China.

Here we describe , a new species of Fabaceae from Central China (Hubei Province). Morphologically, is closely similar to , and , but differs in stem characters, with less conspicuous internodes; persistent herbaceous stipules; pale yellow to white corolla; and stipitate legumes, 3-5 mm with a long beak. Phylogenetic analysis, based on the internal transcribed spacers (ITS) and two chloroplast markers ( and ), also identified as a new species, which is consistent with our morphological analyses.

Comparison of OCT and OCTA manifestations among untreated PCV, neovascular AMD, and CSC in Chinese population.

Aim: To compare the qualitative and quantitative features among untreated polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy (PCV), neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nv-AMD) and central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC) using optical coherence tomography (OCT) and OCT angiography (OCTA).

Methods: This retrospective study included 16 eyes with thin-choroid PCV, 18 eyes with thick-choroid PCV, 16 eyes with nv-AMD and 17 eyes with CSC, respectively. The indicators were obtained by OCT and OCTA.

(Caryophyllaceae), a new species from China.

, a new species of Caryophyllaceae known from only three populations in Hubei and Hunan provinces of central China, is described. Both morphological and molecular data were used to assess the taxonomic status and relationships of this species. Morphologically, is most similar to Franch.

The Origin and Population History of the Endangered Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana).

The origin and population history of the endangered golden snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana) remain largely unavailable and/or controversial. We here integrate analyses of multiple genomic markers, including mitochondrial (mt) genomes, Y-chromosomes, and autosomes of 54 golden monkey individuals from all three geographic populations (SG, QL, and SNJ). Our results reveal contrasting population structures.

Awareness of Age-related Macular Degeneration and Its Risk Factors among Beijing Residents in China.

Background: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a major cause of irreversible blindness, and awareness of this disease is important in the prevention of blindness. However, lack of public awareness of AMD was shown in previous studies, and there was no report of AMD awareness in the Mainland of China. Therefore, the aim of our study was to assess the awareness of AMD and its risk factors among Beijing residents in China.

[Comparison of the shear bond strength by using nano silica sol to zirconia basement and veneer porcelain].

Purpose: To investigate the feasibility of using sol gel technique to produce thin layer nano silicon dioxide on zirconia ceramic surface and the effect of improving shear bond strength between zirconia and veneer porcelain.

Methods: The presintered zirconia specimen was cut into a rectangle block piece (15 mm×10 mm×2.5 mm), a total of 40 pieces were obtained and divided into 4 groups, each group had 10 pieces.

Human influence on the population decline and loss of genetic diversity in a small and isolated population of Sichuan snub-nosed monkeys (Rhinopithecus roxellana).

Human activities have caused worldwide loss and fragmentation of natural habitats, resulting in the decline and isolation of wild populations, consequently increasing their risks of extinctions. We investigated the genetic consequences of anthropogenic effects on the Sichuan snub-nosed monkeys (Rhinopithecus roxellana) in the Shennongjia Nature Reserve (SNR), which is a small and isolated distribution of R. roxellana in China and would continue to be threatened by habitat degradation and loss, using extensive sampling and 16 microsatellite loci.