Publications by authors named "Kong W"

Objectives: The transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block has proven efficacy and is an important component of multimodal analgesia in laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). The external oblique intercostal (EOI) block can provide a dermatomal sensory blockade of T6 to T10 using an anterior axillary line injection. The bilateral rectus sheath (RS) block can significantly reduce early postoperative pain caused by umbilical or periumbilical incisions.

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Flexible electronics is an emerging and cutting-edge technology which is considered as the building blocks of the next generation micro-nano electronics. Flexible electronics integrate both active and passive functions in devices, driving rapid developments in healthcare, the Internet of Things (IoT), and industrial fields. Among them, flexible temperature sensors, which can be directly attached to human skin or curved surfaces of objects for continuous and stable temperature measurement, have attracted much attention for applications in disease prediction, health monitoring, robotic signal sensing, and curved surface temperature measurement.

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Introduction: Stress dynamic computed tomography myocardial perfusion imaging (CT-MPI) is an accurate quantitative method for diagnosing myocardial ischemia in coronary artery disease (CAD). However, its clinical application has been limited, partly due to the varied cutoff values for absolute myocardial blood flow (MBFa) and the uncertain value of the relative myocardial blood flow ratio (MBF-ratio). This study aimed to compare the diagnostic efficacy of and investigate the optimal cutoff values for MBFa and the MBF-ratio in CT-MPI for diagnosing myocardial ischemia in patients with hemodynamically significant CAD.

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  • Researchers isolated 15 pentacyclic triterpenoids from Pittosporum elevaticostatum, including 5 new compounds.
  • Structures of the new compounds were determined using advanced techniques like NMR and mass spectroscopy.
  • Some compounds showed strong antibacterial effects against Listeria monocytogenes and anti-inflammatory activity on specific cells.
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Verticillium dahliae is among the most devastating fungal pathogens, causing significant economic harm to agriculture and forestry. To address this problem, researchers have focused on eliciting systemic resistance in host plants through utilizing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) produced by biological control agents. Herein, we meticulously measured the quantity of V.

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Osteoarthritis treatment remains a significant clinical challenge. Quercetin, a natural flavonoid with anti-inflammatory and antiapoptotic properties, might be utilized to treat OA. However, poor water solubility and short joint retention duration limit its bioavailability and translation to clinical applications.

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In this paper, we investigate the impact of classical optical communications in quantum key distribution (QKD) over hollow-core fiber (HCF), multi-core fiber (MCF) and single-core fiber (SCF) and propose wavelength allocation schemes to enhance QKD performance. Firstly, we theoretically analyze noise interference in QKD over HCF, MCF and SCF, such as spontaneous Raman scattering (SpRS) and four-wave mixing (FWM). To mitigate these noise types and optimize QKD performance, we propose a joint noise suppression wavelength allocation (JSWA) scheme.

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Objective: This study assesses the safety and efficacy of tirofiban for patients with large vessel occlusion stroke after intravenous thrombolysis.

Methods: This study data was from SUSTAIN, DEVT, and RESCUE BT trials. According to whether the use of tirofiban who underwent endovascular treatment and preceding intravenous thrombolysis was divided into the tirofiban group and the no-tirofiban group.

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  • The study investigates the unclear incidence of cognitive impairment or dementia in patients after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and identifies associated risk factors.* -
  • A systematic search of 23 studies involving 2,620 patients revealed that the incidence of cognitive issues was notably high, especially within the first month and after one year post-surgery, with rates of 35.96% and 39.13%, respectively.* -
  • Hypertension was found to be a significant risk factor for cognitive impairment shortly after CABG, highlighting the need for further research to develop strategies to mitigate these cognitive issues post-surgery.*
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The discovery of readily available and easily modifiable new models is a crucial and practical solution for agrochemical innovation. Antifungal function-oriented fusion of triazole with the prevalidated lead ()- affords a novel framework with a broad and enhanced antifungal spectrum. Characterized by the easy accessibility and adjustability of [1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-]pyridine, modular fine-tuning provided a set of unprecedented leads (e.

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Background: Valvular diseases are widely recognized as important etiologies for large vessel occlusion stroke (LVO) but their impact on outcomes among patients with LVO receiving endovascular treatment (EVT) are less well delineated.

Methods: This study was a post hoc exploratory analysis of the RESCUE-BT trial, DEVT trial and BASILAR prospective registry. Outcome measures included the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score at 90 days, symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage, and post-stroke early acute heart failure (EAHF).

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Cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) is a very important factor to produce hybrid seeds, and the restoration of fertility involves the expression of many fertility-related genes. Our previous study showed that the expression of CaPIPLC5 was significantly up-regulated in pepper restorer accessions and minimally expressed in sterile accessions, speculating that CaPIPLC5 is related to the restoration of fertility. In this study, we further validated the function of CaPIPLC5 in the restoration of fertility.

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Recent research emphasised the indispensable role of histone lactylation in the activation of hepatic stellate cells. The VHL mutation is extremely common in clear cell renal cell carcinoma, which normally causes a metabolic shift in cancer cells and increases lactate production, eventually creating a lactate-enriched tumour microenvironment. Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) promote tumour progression, which is also vital in clear cell renal cell carcinoma.

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Background: Cilia loss and impaired motile ciliary functions are among the typical pathological features of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). IL17A and IL22 are the canonical cytokines of type 3 inflammation, exhibiting similar functional effects on epithelial cells. In this study, we sought to examine the effects of IL17A and IL22 on ciliated cells and investigate the potential involvement of Hippo-YAP signaling in their influence on ciliogenesis.

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Hydrogen is regarded as one of the most promising clean substitutes for fossil fuels toward a carbon-zero society. However, the safety management of the upcoming hydrogen energy infrastructure has not been fully prepared, in contrast to the well-established natural gas and gasoline systems. On the frontline is the guard post of hydrogen detectors, which need to be deployed on various structural surfaces and environmental conditions.

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To explore the diagnostic efficacy of tomosynthesis spot compression (TSC) compared with conventional spot compression (CSC) for ambiguous findings on full-field digital mammography (FFDM). In this retrospective study, 122 patients (including 108 patients with dense breasts) with ambiguous FFDM findings were imaged with both CSC and TSC. Two radiologists independently reviewed the images and evaluated lesions using the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System.

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  • A study involving 430 participants revealed that the microRNA miR-1204 is significantly higher in elder patients with aortic aneurysm and dissection (AAD) and is linked to aging.
  • The mechanism involves cell senescence inducing miR-1204 through p53 interaction, which then causes vascular smooth muscle cell (VSMC) senescence, creating a feedback loop that worsens AAD.
  • miR-1204 targets myosin light chain kinase (MYLK), contributing to changes in VSMC phenotypes, and inhibiting miR-1204 shows potential in reducing AAD development in mice, highlighting a possible therapeutic pathway.
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  • The new chiral triazole fungicide mefentrifluconazole (MFZ) may harm soil organisms, particularly affecting earthworm reproduction.
  • Research found that the S-(+)-MFZ variant caused greater harm to cocoon and juvenile production compared to the R-(-)-MFZ variant.
  • Both variants disrupted ovarian hormone production at the genetic level and activated estrogen receptors, similar to known reproductive disruptors like 17β-estradiol.
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Core-shell particle formation co-assembly of AB diblock copolymers and nanoparticles in 3D soft confinement was studied using a simulated annealing method. Several sequences of soft confinement-induced core-shell particles were predicted as functions of the volume fraction of the nanoparticle to core-shell particles, the incompatibility between blocks, the volume fractions of A-blocks, the chain length of AB diblocks, the eccentricity of the nanoparticle, and the initial concentration of copolymers. Simulation results demonstrate that those factors are able to tune the morphology of the core-shell particles precisely.

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Background: Breast cancer is one of the most lethal cancers in women. Despite significant advances in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, many patients still succumb to this disease, and thus, novel effective treatments are urgently needed. Natural product coumarin has been broadly investigated since it reveals various biological properties in the medicinal field.

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  • Current guidelines for managing asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis (AS) patients are unclear due to insufficient data on their natural history.
  • A systematic review and meta-analysis of 46 studies with 9,545 patients indicated that almost half experienced significant cardiovascular events within 5 years, with many developing symptoms or requiring surgery.
  • The findings highlight the need for better understanding and management strategies for these patients, given their poor long-term cardiovascular outcomes.
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) ranks as the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. According to clinical diagnosis and treatment, liver metastasis occurs in approximately 50 % of CRC patients, indicating a poor prognosis. The unique immune tolerance of the liver fosters an immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment (TME).

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Peritoneal metastasis in gastric cancer is associated with rapid disease progression. Hyperthermic intraoperative peritoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) done immediately after cytoreductive surgery (CRS) has become an important treatment for peritoneal metastasis in gastric cancer patients. However, different treatment options for HIPEC exist with potential influence on survival rates and prognosis in patients, exist.

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TRIM family proteins are widely found in multicellular organisms and are involved in a wide range of life activities, and also act as crucial regulators in the antiviral natural immune response. This study aimed to reveal the molecular mechanism of rainbow trout TRIM protein in the anti-IHNV process. The results demonstrated that 99.

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  • - Yeo's index is a new metric for assessing the severity of rheumatic mitral valve stenosis (MS), based on mitral leaflet separation and dimensionless index comparisons, and its effectiveness was tested against TEE's 3D mitral valve area (MVA).
  • - In a study with 111 patients, Yeo's index showed the strongest correlation (r = 0.775) with TEE 3DMVA, outperforming traditional echocardiographic methods like 2D planimetry, continuity equation (CE), and pressure half-time (PHT).
  • - The study concluded that Yeo's index is a reliable tool for identifying severe MS and could be particularly effective when used alongside 2D
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