Publications by authors named "Min Luo"

Objective: This study investigates the diagnostic value of Vesical Imaging Reporting and Data System (VI-RADS) in biparametric MRI (bp-MRI) for the detection of muscular infiltration in bladder cancer, and to investigate whether apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) value can function as a potential indicator of bp-MRI VI-RADS for patient benefit.

Materials And Methods: This single-center retrospective study enrolled 81 patients with pathologically confirmed bladder cancer from October 2019 to November 2021. Two readers independently scored the T2-weighted images and diffusion-weighted images of each index lesion based on the VI-RADS criteria, subsequently deriving the bp-MRI VI-RADS scores.

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It is unclear whether drugs other than warfarin can cause spontaneous gastrointestinal intraluminal hematomas (SGIH). This study aimed to investigate the drugs that induced SGIH based on the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) data. A retrospective pharmacovigilance study was conducted.

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Tumor immunotherapy has emerged as a formidable strategy, demonstrating substantial achievements in the field of cancer treatment. Despite its remarkable success, intrinsic limitations such as insufficient targeting capabilities, side effects, and resistance to immunotherapy hinder its efficacy. To address these challenges, the utilization of nanomedicines in tumor immunotherapy has been broadly explored, capitalizing on their advantages of targeting delivery capability, loading capacity, modifiability, and biocompatibility.

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The challenge of achieving efficient photocatalysts for the fixation of ambient nitrogen to ammonia persists. The utilization efficiency of single-metal-atom catalysts leads to an increased number of active sites, while their distinctive geometrical and electronic characteristics contribute to enhancing the intrinsic activity of each individual site. In this study, we present a method using an organic molecule to assist in loading TiO with Mo single atoms for the purpose of photocatalytic nitrogen fixation.

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The proposed work aims to demonstrate the significance of the plastic zone at the tip of an axial crack in a pipeline for managing Stress IntensityFactors(SIF). The three-dimensional finite element model of pressure pipeline with axial cracks was built by utilizing the Ramberg-Osgood X80 material model of pipeline. according to Von Mises yield criterion, the size of plastic zone at crack tip was determined, and the fracture parameters were calculated based on interaction integral method, the plastic stress deformation law, determination of elastic-plastic limit load and plastic correction of SIF at crack tip of pressure pipeline with axial crack were discussed.

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The unprecedented success of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 has inspired scientists to develop mRNA vaccines for cancer immunotherapy. However, using nucleoside modified mRNA as vaccine, though evading innate immune toxicity, diminishes its therapeutic efficacy for cancers. Here, we report a polyvalent stimulator of interferon genes (STING) activating polymer (termed as PD) to bolster the immunogenicity of mRNA vaccine.

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Background: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a highly heterogeneous tumor, and the development of accurate predictive models for prognosis and drug sensitivity remains challenging.

Methods: We integrated laboratory data and public cohorts to conduct a multi-omics analysis of HCC, which included bulk RNA sequencing, proteomic analysis, single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), spatial transcriptomics sequencing (ST-seq), and genome sequencing. We constructed a tumor purity (TP) and tumor microenvironment (TME) prognostic risk model.

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Based on the differences in the protective effects of fresh Panax ginseng and its processed products on myocardial ischemia in mice, this study identified the advantageous aspects of fresh P. ginseng. By using network pharmacology combined with cell model validation, the molecular mechanisms of fresh P.

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Implantable medical devices have played a significant role in improving both medical care and patients' quality of life. Urinary Catheters (UCs) are commonly utilized as a substitute for bladder drainage and urine collection to prevent urinary retention in patients. However, bacterial colonization and biofilm formation on the catheter surface are prone to occur, leading to catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) and other complications.

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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic colonic mucosal inflammation characterized by reduced gut microbial diversity. Patients with UC at pregnancy are prone to suffer from severe disease progression due to the changes of hormone and immune regulation. Fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) is a promising therapy for UC and recurrent infection (CDI).

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Strong polar molecular cages have recently emerged as novel functional building units for high-performance infrared nonlinear optical (IR NLO) crystals. However, these highly polar molecular cages often arrange themselves in a way that cancels out their polarity, leading to a more energetically stable state. As a result, most cage crystal formations tend to crystallize in centrosymmetric space groups, which conflicts with the primary requirement for NLO crystals.

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In the chemical synthesis or modification of saccharides, regioselective protection of the many similar OH groups in saccharides is necessary but remains a major challenge. In particular, the regio- and stereoselective conversion of C(1,2)-OH has great synthetic potential in carbohydrate synthesis but has largely remained untapped. Here, an in situ proton-producing system mediated by boronic acid was found and employed for site-selective ketalization of various unprotected saccharides.

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Background: Lebrikizumab, an IL-13 immunomodulator, has shown recommendable effectiveness and safety in clinical studies for the treatment of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD) in adolescents and adults.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of lebrikizumab in the treatment of moderate-to-severe AD through a meta-analysis.

Methods: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Medline, and ClinicalTrials.

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Background: Investigating the function of SATB1 in hepatocytes is essential for developing therapeutic strategies for autoimmune hepatitis (AIH). Although SATB1 has been extensively studied in immune cells, its specific activity in hepatocytes within the context of AIH remains unclear.

Methods: SATB1 expression in AIH hepatocytes was assessed by qRT-PCR, Western blotting, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemistry.

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Variational Mode Decomposition (VMD) is extensively utilized in the domain of rotating machinery fault diagnosis. Nevertheless, the reliance on empirical parameter tuning and the limitations inherent in traditional single-signal (either vibration signals or acoustic signals) fault diagnosis methods present substantial challenges. These include incomplete information and high sensitivity to noise.

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  • Diosgenin (Dio) is found to be effective in reducing triglyceride levels and lipid droplet formation in kidney cells affected by diabetic nephropathy (DN) linked to high glucose and lipid accumulation.
  • Dio treatment increases the expression of miR-148b-3p and FOXO1 while decreasing DNMT1 and SREBP-2, impacting lipid metabolism negatively, and showing that miR-148b-3p can inhibit FOXO1 through DNA methylation.
  • The study suggests that Dio acts on the miR-148b-3p/DNMT1/FOXO1/SREBP-2 pathway, indicating its potential as a therapeutic agent for managing lipid accumulation in DN.
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Sinomenine (SIN), a bioactive isoquinoline alkaloid extracted from the roots and stems of Sinomenium acutum, is efficacious against various chronic pain conditions. Inhibition of microglial activation at the spinal level contributes to the analgesic effects of SIN. Microglial activation in the spinal dorsal horn is key to sensitising neuropathic pain.

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  • - The text discusses challenges in delivering antifibrotic drugs to the liver due to physical barriers and clearance mechanisms, prompting the development of a new delivery strategy aimed at treating liver fibrosis.
  • - This strategy involves a combination of a drug generator called Pro-HAase, which is injected, and an oral iron chelator named deferasirox (DFX), creating a targeted release of antifibrotic agents specifically in the fibrotic liver.
  • - The approach effectively reverses liver fibrosis while minimizing toxicity related to residual iron, showcasing a sophisticated method for overcoming drug delivery barriers in liver treatment, potentially guiding future designs for similar nanomaterial systems.
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The synergistic approach of combining photodynamic immunotherapy with endogenous clearance of PD-L1 immune checkpoint blockade therapy holds promise for enhancing survival outcomes in glioblastoma (GBM) patients. The observed upregulation of O-GlcNAc glycolysis in tumors may contribute to the stabilization of endogenous PD-L1 protein, facilitating tumor immune evasion. This study presents a pH-adapted excited state intramolecular proton transfer (ESIPT)-isomerized β-ketoamide-based covalent organic framework (COF) nanoplatform (denoted as OT@COF-RVG).

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  • The study aims to analyze the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on assisted reproductive technology (ART) services and associated birth outcomes, creating a framework for maintaining ART quality and improving results.
  • Data was collected from 19,170 pregnant women in Southwest China between 2018 and 2021, using statistical models to evaluate adverse outcomes like low birth weight, preterm birth, and Apgar scores, while controlling for various confounding factors.
  • Findings revealed that ART mothers faced higher risks for low birth weight and preterm birth, with a decrease in ART rates after the pandemic, leading to an increase in adverse birth outcomes compared to the pre-pandemic period.
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In all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs), silicon-based negative electrodes have the advantages of high theoretical specific capacity, low lithiation potential, and lower susceptibility to lithium dendrites. However, their significant volume variation presents persistent interfacial challenges. A promising solution lies in finding a material that combines ionic-electronic conductivity, stable physicochemical properties, and adhesive characteristics.

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The solar-driven photoelectrochemical desalination (SD-PED) technology, as a new emerging desalination technique, has been developed and attracted the increasing attention. However, practical application remains hampered by several constraints, including the rapid deterioration of photocurrent, and the long-term stability of system. In this research, MOF-derived nitrogen-doped carbon@CoO/BVO (CoO@NC/BVO) heterostructured photoanode was design for efficient and durable solar driven redox desalination.

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This study profiled global single cell-spatial-bulk transcriptome landscapes of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) ecosystem from six HCC cases and a non-carcinoma liver control donor. We discovered that intratumoral heterogeneity mainly derived from HCC cells diversity and pervaded the genome-transcriptome-proteome-metabolome network. HCC cells are the core driving force of taming tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) with pro-tumorigenic phenotypes for favor its dominant growth.

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