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Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy
(Founded in July 1983 Bimonthly)
Responsible Institution: China Association for Science and Technology
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    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy 2022 Vol.40
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    Study on the anatomical factors of cervical sympathetic nerve and second cervical nerve in the occurrence of upper cervical vertigo
    Song Zhanfeng, Wu Zhanyong, Ye Qibin, Lu Zhifang
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 1-3.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.01
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    Objective    To demonstrate the anatomical relationship between superior cervical ganglion (SCG) and second cervical nerve (C2) and the innervated branch from SCG to vertebral artery, for providing anatomical basis for the clinical diagnosis of the upper cervical vertigo.    Methods    Fifteen adult cadavers (total 30 sides) were dissected  to observe the communicating branches of SCG with C2 and the branches of the vertebral artery.   Results   There was no neural connection between SCG and C2 in 5 sides. There were neural connection between SCG and C2 in the remaining 25 sides, of which the vagus nerves were involved in 18 sides. The innervated branches were found from SCG to vertebral artery in 7 sides. After the SCG branch merged with the anterior branch of C2, the sympathetic nerve fibers were transferred to the anterior and posterior branches of C2 and the vertebral artery respectively.    Conclusions   The communicating branches of SCG and C2 and their dominant relationship to the vertebral artery can provide important anatomical basis for elucidating the pathogenesis of upper cervical vertigo and establishing effective treatment plan.
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    Morphological characteristics of femoral shaft and their influences on femoral valgus angle in southern China
    Zhao Yiqi, Huang Guiwu, Li Wenchang, Zheng Linli, Zuo Nan, Ling Qianhui, Shi Guangyue, Wu Peihui
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 4-9.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.02
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    Objective To explore the effects of rotation position change of lower limbs on the femoral valgus angel (FVA) measurement of different forms of femur and to improve the safety of knee replacement surgery based on the quantitative analysis of the FVA and femoral bending angel (FBA) in patients from southern China.    Methods    Computed tomography angiography (CTA) scan data of 75 patients (113 sides) without osteoarthritis (OA) in our hospital were collected. Femoral bowing angle (FBA) and femoral valgus angle (FVA) were measured by 3D reconstruction and location.. The following four groups were divided according to FBA: a severe varus deformity group: FBA>4°;  a mild varus deformity group: 1°0.05).    Conclusions Valgus or varus deformity of femoral shaft has direct influences on the value of FVA. The measurement of FVA should always consider the influence of femoral shape and rotation angle.
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    The anatomical parameters of proximal humerus in Chinese measured by three-dimensional visualization
    Liu Pengran, Shen Ao, Lv Jing, Chen Yufei , Yuan Jian, Liao Shenghui, Liu Lihong
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 10-16.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.03
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    Objective To measure anatomical parameters of Chinese proximal humerus by 3D visualization, which providing guidance for fracture reduction, internal plants placement, and internal plants design matching for Chinese patients. Methods A total of 90 patients with shoulder trauma from 2013 to 2019 were selected, they were divided into a fracture group and a normal group according to the diagnosis of proximal humeral fractures. After simulated reduction of 60 patients in the fracture group by using E-3D digital medical software, the following parameters, including the humeral head parameters of the proximal humeral bones, humeral shaft medullary cavity parameters, humeral head-stem relationship parameters, humeral heads, large or small humeral head parameters and nodules related vertical distance parameters, were measured.  The parameters including head height of humeru (HH), diameter of the articular surface diameter of humeral head (ASD), radius of curvature of humeral head (ROC), neck shaft angle (NSA), medial offset (MO), posterior offset (PO), multiple level of diameter of medullary cavity of humeral shaft (L0, L20, L40) were measured together with other 30 patients in the normal group. Results HH on coronal plane and axial plane in the normal group were (15.5±2.0) mm and (15.7±2.3) mm, ASD were (42.0±3.5) mm and (40.0±3.5) mm, ROC were (22.3±2.0) mm and (20.8±1.9) mm, L0 were (26.0±3.1) mm and (23.3±2.9) mm, L20 were (15.2±2.5) mm and (13.3±2.0) mm, L40 were (12.0±2.4) mm and (10.6±2.1) mm. NSA was (132.1±4.9)° on coronal plane, MO was (4.2±1.2) mm on coronal plane, and PO was (3.4±1.4) mm on sagittal plane. There was no statistical difference in the measuring result between the fracture group and the normal group. Conclusions The method of measuring anatomical parameters of proximal humerus by 3D visualization is accurate and reliable. E-3D software has high accuracy and reliability in bone 3D reconstruction of bone, fracture simulation reduction, and parameter measurement.
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    Measurement of applied anatomical parameters of sacroiliac screw passing the back of sacrum by CT digital reconstruction technique
    Li Dong, Ma Yunhong, Zhou Jinhua, Wang Xinming, Xi Bin, Yin Qudong, Jiang Yan
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 17-21.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.04
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    Objective    To measure the anatomical parameters of the innovative sacroiliac screw-sacroiliac screw passing the back of sacrum(SISPTBOS), so as to provide basis for clinical application.    Methods     The 3D CT reconstruction images of 32 cases of normal adult pelvis were analyzed to observe the range of SISPTBOS channel, by simulating placement of SISPTBOS, measuring the anatomical parameters including the length of the screw channel(L), the distance between the insertion point and the center of superior articular process of S1(M1), the distance between the exit point and the superior- posterior border of actabulium(M2), the anteversion angle between the central axis and the line parallel to the upper endplate of S1(e), the outward angle(f), the safety angle in the sagittal plane(a), the safety angle in the coronal plane(b), the minimum diameter in the sagittal plane(d1) and the minimum diameter in the coronal plane(d2).   Results    The medial boundary of the screw canal was the inner wall of the arcuate line. The lateral boundary was the posterior-lateral walls of the spinal canal of S1 and the ilium, the lower boundary was the line between the sacral hole of S1 and the ischial notch, the upper boundary was the sacral slope, surface of sacroiliac joint, and the bottom of the true pelvis. L was (11.90±1.62) cm, M1 was ((2.07±1.40) mm, M2 was (4.78±2.57) mm, e was (57.97±4.28) °, f was (54.89±5.13) °, a was (11.45±2.73) °, b was (7.46±1.34) °, d1 was (8.57±0.99)mm and d2 was (6.75±0.84) mm. There were significant differences in the anteversion angle between the central axis and the line parallel to the upper endplate of S1 (e) and the outward angle(f) between males and females (P<0.05).    Conclusions    Implanting of the SISPTBOS is feasible and safe, which may be selected by using screws with a diameter of 5.0 to 6.0 mm and a length of 9 to10 cm.
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    Terminal branch of maxillary artery supplies blood to the eye: a  case  report
    Ma Hong
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 21-.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.25
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    The application of multi-slice spiral CT in measuring the size and volume of thyroid gland in normal children 
    Zhou Yu, Tang Shilong, Cheng Zhuo, He Ling, Dai Chunmei, Chen Wushuang, Liu Xianfan
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 22-27.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.05
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    Objective   To explore the application of multi-slice spiral CT in measuring the size and volume of thyroid gland in normal children.   Methods   A total of  240 children aged 8,9,10,11 years old were prospectively selected from the department of Radiology, Children’s Hospital Affiliated to Chongqing Medical University from June 2017 to September 2019, including 30 boys and 30 girls in each age group. The body surface area of children was calculated, the anterior and posterior diameters, inner and outer diameters, the S-I diameters and the volumes of thyroid glands on both sides of children were measured. The thyroid measurement values of children at all ages, the thyroid measurement values of boys and girls at the same age, the thyroid measurement values of left lobe and right lobe of children at the same age were compared. The relationship between the thyroid measurement values of children and its influencing factors was analyzed. Results    The thyroid volume in the right lobe was larger than that in the left lobe in children aged 8~11 years old groups (P<0.05). In the 8 years old group, the thyroid volume in male children was larger than that in female children (P<0.05). In other groups, the thyroid volume in female children was larger than that in male children (P<0.05). The thyroid volume was positively correlated with children's body weight, body mass index and body surface area in children aged 8~11 years old groups (P<0.05).   Conclusions    Multi-slice spiral CT can measure the size and volume of thyroid gland in children, which has clinical significance for the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid diseases in children.
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    The variation of musculocutaneous nerve: a case report
    Duan Shuo, Xu Bingyang, Cheng Xinhao, Wu Yu, Wang Li
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 27-.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.26
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    Analysis of internal jugular venous plexus drainage pattern and its influencing factors
    Chen Qizuan, Wei Liangfeng, Wang Shousen
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 28-32.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.06
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    Objective To explore the drainage patterns of main venous plexus in internal jugular vein and the related influencing factors.  Methods   According to the DSA image data of 160 patients with cerebrovascular disease, the venous imaging of arteriography was analyzed. The main venous plexus of internal jugular vein was divided into anterior drainage mode (pterygoid plexus) and posterior drainage mode, and the posterior drainage mode was divided into plexus drainage mode (paravertebral venous plexus) and isolated venous drainage mode (dominated by deep jugular vein). The posterior plexus drainage mode could be subdivided into two groups: paravertebral venous plexus with obvious deep jugular venous drainage and paravertebral venous plexus without obvious deep jugular venous drainage. Based on the clinical data of the patients and related risk diseases, the factors affecting the drainage pattern of main venous plexus of internal jugular vein were analyzed by chi-square test. Results Bilateral internal carotid artery angiography showed a total of 320 internal jugular veins in 160 patients, of which 63 sides (accounting for 19.7%) as the wing plexus drainage, 54 sides (accounting for 16.9%) as the vertebral venous plexus near accompanied by obvious neck deep venous drainage, 50 sides (accounting for 15.6%) as the vertebral venous plexus with no apparent near the neck deep venous drainage, 10 sides (accounting for 3.1%) as the neck deep venous drainage, 13 sides (accounting for 5.7%) before and after the plexus drainage. The analysis of χ2 test  showed that age, abnormal internal jugular vein (hypoplasia, stenosis, occlusion), pressure trace of internal jugular vein and hypertension were independent risk factors for the pattern of internal jugular venous plexus drainage. Conclusions The drainage pattern of bilateral internal jugular vein plexus is mainly followed by posterior paravertebral venous plexus drainage, which can change the drainage pattern with relevant clinical influencing factors. This is of great value for the evaluation of skull base, neck surgery and nerve interventional therapy.
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    Protective effects of clioquinol on the hippocampal neuronal apoptosis and learning and memory functions of epileptic mice
    Dou Xiaona, Li Xia, Li Xinyu, Zhang Li
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 33-38.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.07
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    Objective   To study the protective effects of clioquinol on the hippocampal neuronal apoptosis and learning and memory functions of epileptic mice.    Methods    The epileptic mice model were built by pilocarpine in this study. Mice were divided into 3 groups: a control group (saline), an epilepsy group (pilocarpine and saline) and a clioquinol group (pilocarpine and clioquinol). Then the distribution of zinc in hippocampus was observed by autometallography. The morphological changes and the number of neurons were checked by Nissl staining. The expression of Bcl-2 and Bax protein were detected by immunoblotting. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay was used to check the expression of caspases-9 and caspases-3 protein. The seizure times, seizure level and seizure duration were checked by behavioral observation. The learning and memory ability was shown by T maze and Y maze.    Results    In the clioquinol group, the distribution of zinc in hippocampus reduced significantly, the damage of hippocampal neurons was improved and the number of neurons increased, the expression of Bcl-2 protein increased, while the expression of Bax, caspases-9 and caspases-3 protein decreased. The ratio of Bcl-2 to Bax increased. The seizure times, seizure level and seizure duration decreased. The ability of learning and memory was improved (P<0.01).    Conclusions   Clioquinol can protect hippocampal neurons and improve the learning and memory functions of epileptic mice. 
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    Long-term exercise ameliorates cognitive disorder induced by Aβ1-42 in middle-aged and elderly mice
    Zhang Weiguo, Yang Na, Yang Jing, Liu Xueqin, Zhao Yunhe
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 39-44.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.08
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    Objective To observe the mechanism of cognitive dysfunction caused by Aβ-amyloid 1-42 (Aβ1-42) in middle-aged and elderly mice by long-term exercise. Methods  12-month-old BABL/c mice were randomly divided into the following four groups:①a vehicle control sedentary group (VS),②a vehicle control long-term voluntary running wheel exercise group (VR), ③an Aβ1-42 sedentary group (AS),④an Aβ1-42 long-term voluntary running wheel exercise group (AR). Voluntary running wheel exercise or sedentary for 6 months was performed according to the grouping conditions. The bilateral hippocampus was injected with Aβ1-42 or equivalent solvent for 6 months.  Tests were performed two weeks after injection.    Results Western blotting results showed that the accumulation of ubiquitinated protein in the hippocampus of 12-month-old BABL/c mice after long-term voluntary exercise was significantly lower than that in the sedentary group by about 0.2 times (P<0.05). The novel object recognition experiment showed that the preference index in the AR group was 0.42 times higher than that in the AS group(P<0.05). The spontaneous alternation experiment of Y maze showed that the correct rate of arm entry in AR group increased than that in AS group by about 0.21 times (P<0.05). The proteasome activity of AR hippocampus was significantly higher than that of AS group by about 0.18 times (P<0.05). Western blotting results showed the accumulation of ubiquitinated protein in the hippocampus in the AR group was significantly lower than that of AS group by about 0.21 times (P<0.05).  Immunohistochemical results showed that Aβ1-42 deposition in AR group was lesser(P<0.01). Conclusions Middle-aged and elderly mice can maintain hippocampal proteasome activity and improve the cognitive dysfunction caused by Aβ1-42 through long-term voluntary running wheel exercise. 
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    Phenotypic change of macrophages in lung tissue during the development of hepatopulmonary syndrome
    Li Xujiong, Zhang Huiying, Chen Yunxia, Tian Xiaoxia, Lai Lina
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 44-48.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.09
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    Objective To investigate the phenotypic change of macrophages in lung tissue during the development of hepatopulmonary syndrome (HPS). Methods The HPS model was induced by multiple pathogenic factors in Sprague-Dawley rats and divided into HPS groups of the 4th week,the 6th week and the 8th week. Normal control groups at the corresponding time points were also set up. Liver and Lung tissue histology was observed by HE staining. VG staining method was used to observe the liver fibrosis. Immunofluorescence method was used to observe the macrophage marker (CD68). The expressions of M1/M2 macrophage markers (CD86 and CD206) were detected by real-time PCR assay, while the expressions of corresponding secretions iNOS, TNF-α, Arg-1 and IL10 were detected by Elisa. Results With the progress of the disease, the expression of CD86, iNOS and TNF-α gradually increased in the lung tissue of model group. After reaching the peak in the 6th weeks, CD86 and iNOS fell back. While the expression of CD206, Arg-1 and IL10 began to increase significantly at the 6th week. There was a positive correlation between iNOS and CD86 in the lung tissue of the model group. Arg-1 was positively correlated with CD206. IL10 was positively correlated with CD206. Conclusions During the pathogenesis of HPS, macrophages in lung tissue underwent a series of phenotypic changes, with M1 predominating at 6 weeks and M2 predominating at 8 weeks.   
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    Effects of levosimendan on myocardial fibrosis and cardiac function following myocardial infarction in rats
    Liu Yali, Li Chunyan, Li Yali, Kou Huifen, Xu Xiaowei, Li Xinjun
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 49-54.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.10
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    Objective  To investigate the effect of levosimendan on myocardial infarction (MI) myocardial fibrosis and its mechanism.   Methods   MI model was induced by ligation of left anterior descending coronary artery. Thirty surviving MI rats were randomly divided into a model group and a Levo group (15 rats in each group). Rats in the sham group (n=10) underwent the same surgical procedure, except for no arterial ligation. Levosimendan (4.67 μg·kg-1·d-1) was infused into stomach for 28 days in Levo group. At the same time, rats in sham group and model group were given equal amount of distilled water. 2D echocardiography was adopted to evaluate the cardiac function. Masson-trichrome were used to evaluate the degree of myocardial fibrosis. The expression of COL1A1, COL3A1 mRNA and SIRT1/TGF-β1/Smad3 signaling pathway proteins were detected by quantitative reverse transcription PCR (RT-qPCR) and Western blot, respectively.    Results   Compared with the model group, 2D echocardiography result showed that the LVED of Levo group decreased significantly (P<0.05), while the EF and FS increased significantly (P<0.01). Masson-trichrome result showed that levosimendan treatment significantly reduced necrosis and the content of collagen deposition and inhibited infiltration of inflammatory cells. RT-qPCR analysis result showed that levosimendan treatment significantly reduced the content of type Ⅰ and type Ⅲ collagen in the heart tissue of MI rats (P<0.01). Western blot showed that  levosimendan treatment could significantly up-regulate SIRT1 protein expression  and down-regulate TGF-β1(60%) and p-Smad3 (47%) protein expression (P<0.01).  Conclusions   Levosimendan has anti-fibrotic and cardio-protective effects. These effects are potentially mediated by SIRT1/TGF-β1/Smad3 signaling pathway.
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    The mechanism of dexmedetomidine reducing myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury and inhibiting apoptosis based on JAK2 / STAT3 signaling pathway
    Wu Yahui, Wang Taofu, Lin Hongqi
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 55-61.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.11
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    Objective    To explore the mechanism of dexmedetomidine reducing myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury and inhibiting apoptosis and its regulation signaling of janus kinase 2/signaltransducer and activator of transcription 3 (JAK2/STAT3) signaling pathway.   Methods    Rat were randomly divided into the following 4 groups: a sham operation group, a model group, an experimental group, and a control group. The anterior descending branch of the left tubular artery was ligated to construct an ischemia-reperfusion rat model. The sham operation group only threaded without ligation. The rats in the experimental group and in the control group were intraperitoneally injected with 5.0 μg/kg dexmedetomidine and JAK2/STAT3 signaling pathway agonist SC-39100 1 h before surgery, and the rats in the sham group and model group were injected with equal doses of normal saline. Cardiac ultrasonography was used to examine the left ventricular systohc pressure (LVSP), left ventricular end-diastolic pressure (LVEDP), and left ventricular pressure rise rate (1eft ventricular pressure rise, +dp/dtmax) and the maximum rate of left ventricular pressure drop (1eft ventricular pressure drop, -dp/dtmax). TUNEL staining was used to detect the apoptosis of myocardial cells. DCFH-DA staining was used to detect the level of ROS in the myocardium. Western blot was used to detect the expression levels of p-JAK2 and p-STAT3 in rat myocardium. Results   Compared with the sham group, the LVSP, +dp/dtmax, -dp/dtmax of the model group significantly reduced, and the LVEDP, the myocardial apoptosis rate, the fluorescence intensity of ROS, the expression of p-JAK2, and p-STAT3 significantly increased, with statistical differences  (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the LVSP, +dp/dtmax, -dp/dtmax, the expression of p-JAK2, p-STAT3 in the experimental group and the control group obvious increased, the LVEDP, the myocardial apoptosis rate, the fluorescence intensity of ROS significantly decreased, with statistical differences (P<0.05).    Conclusions   Pretreatment with dexmedetomidine can significantly reduce myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury and reduce cardiomyocyte apoptosis, which may be related to the activation of JAK2 / STAT3 signal and inhibition of oxidative stress.
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    HIF-VEGF-Notch signaling pathway may be involved in the occurrence of equinovarus deformity
    Zhang Zhenyi, Chen Xi, Wang Qian
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 62-66.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.12
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    Objective To study the molecular mechanism of equinovarus deformity. Methods HE staining was used to observe the difference of foot and ankle tissue structure in model group and control group. The expressions of hypoxia inducible factor 1 (HIF-1), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and Notch-1 in the tissues of foot and ankle of rats in model group and control group were detected by immunohistochemical staining, Western Blot and qRT-PCR. Results Microscopic observation results showed that compared with the control group, the tissue structure of the foot and ankle in the experimental group was relatively disordered, with enlarged tissue space, loose soft tissue and aggregation contracture of local soft tissue. Immunohistochemical staining, Western Blot and qRT-PCR results showed that compared with the control group, the expression of HIF-1 down-regulated in ankle tissue of the experimental group, and the expression of VEGF and Notch-1 decreased. Conclusions  HIF-VEGF-Notch signaling pathway may be related to the occurrence of varus foot deformity.
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    A absence of peroneus tertius and a variation of the third extensor digitorum 
    Zhong Weixing, Chen Zujiang, Chen Taijun, Kuang Shanshan, Li Yikai
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 66-.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.27
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    Establishment of a new mechanical traction vasospasm model
    Ma Qiming, Cao Chenxin, Chen Shaofeng, Xie Yun
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 67-71.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.13
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    Objective To establish a mechanical traction vasospasm model, for simulating vasospasm post-surgery.  Methods Forty-eight Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into 6 groups: Group 1-5 was vascular traction groups (traction force was 5,10,15,20 and 25g, respectively); Group 6 was blunt vascular dissection group (control group). Laser Speckle contrast imaging was used to monitor the average blood flow perfusion, and to collect the duration of spasm and the time needed to achieve hyperperfusion as statistical parameters. Results Group 5 had hyperspasticity and was not included in the study. The duration and hyperperfusion time of vasospasm in group 1 and group 2 were relatively short, which was statistically significant compared with the control group (P<0.05). There was no significant difference between the third group and the control group (spasm duration P=0.801; hyperperfusion time P=0.629). Compared with the control group, the fourth group showed statistically significant difference in spasm duration (P=0.014), but no statistically significant difference in hyperperfusion duration (P=0.081). Conclusions Vasospasm induced by bidirectional tension of 15g can well simulate clinical vascular dissection, and it is a reliable model with high success rate.
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    Biomechanical research on posterior flexible fixation at atlantoaxial joint
    Tong Jie, Ji Wei, Huang Zhiping, Zhou Ruozhou, Fang Zuozhong, Zhu Qingan
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 72-77.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.14
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    Objectives   To analyze the influence of thin rod and PEEK rod on the stability of the atlantoaxial joint.   Methods   A series of in vitro biomechanical tests were performed using six fresh adult cervical spines (occipital bone-C4 segment) to simulate different conditions in surgery including the (1) intact state; (2) injury state: type II odontoid process fracture; (3) rigid fixation: All atlantoaxial pedicle screws were connected by titanium rods with a diameter of 3.5 mm; (4) PEEK rod: atlantoaxial pedicle screws were connected by a PEEK rod with a diameter of 3.5 mm; (5) thin rod: atlantoaxial pedicle screws were connected by a thin rod with a diameter of 2.0 mm. Biomechanical studies of samples were performed under intact, injury and various fixation statements using a spinal testing machine, while applying a constant moment of 1.5 Nm in flexion-extension, left-right lateral bending, and left-right axial rotation directions. A repeated measurement design was employed in all tests. Movement were measured consecutively by an Optotrak Certus 3D measurement system in order to analyze the range of motion (ROM) and neutral zone (NZ) of atlantoaxial joint.    Results    In the atlantoaxial joint, ROM of fixation segments were significantly reduced in all directions when a 3.5 mm diameter titanium rod, a 2.0 mm diameter titanium rod, and a 3.5 mm diameter PEEK rod was used (P<0.05). There were no significant differences in ROM of fixation segments for rigid fixation and 2.0 mm diameter titanium rod in all directions (P>0.05). In lateral bending, ROM of the PEEK rod was significantly larger compared with rigid fixation (P=0.005). NZs of fixation segments for rigid fixation, 2.0 mm diameter titanium rod, and a 3.5 mm diameter PEEK rod fixation were significantly reduced (P<0.05). There were no significant differences among these fixations (P>0.05).  Conclusions   In the atlantoaxial joint, stability of using 2.0 mm diameter titanium rod fixation was comparable to rigid fixation, but stability of using PEEK rod fixation was weaker in the lateral bending direction.
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    Progressive subcutaneous pedicle double V-Y flap combined with surgery of nail bed augmentation to repair the transverse defect of fingertip and nail bed defect
    Li Shujun, Chang Shusen, Wang Dali, Jin Wenhu, Sun Guangfeng, Wei Zairong
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 78-80.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.15
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    Objective    To investigate the clinical effect of progressive subcutaneous pedicle double V-Y flap combined with nail bed augmentation in the repair the transverse defect of fingertip and partial nail bed defect.    Methods    From June 2015 to June 2019, 17 patients with transverse defect of fingertip and nail bed defect were treated with progressive subcutaneous pedicle double V-Y flap combined with nail bed augmentation. The area of the affected finger wound was 1.0 cm× 0.8 cm ~ 1.6 cm× 1.5 cm. The fingers were followed-up in function, appearance and incidence of hook nail deformity.    Results   The postoperative follow-up period was 8 to 24 months, 13 months on average. All the 19 flaps survived well. The sensory recovery of 19 flaps reached S4 grade. The reconstructive fingers formed arc-shaped fingertips with nails of good appearance and texture. The appearance of the fingers was satisfactory and the joint movement was normal. The length of the nail bed increased by 2~4 mm, 3.3 mm on average. There was no hook nail deformity in each finger. The excellent rate of nail regeneration was 94%.    Conclusions    Progressive subcutaneous pedicle double V-Y flap combined with nail bed augmentation can repair the transverse defect of fingertip and nail bed defect, and reduce the incidence of hook nail deformity while reconstructing the shape of fingertip and nail. It is an effective and simple surgical method for injured finger to reconstruct the shape and function to the maximum extent.
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    Sternocleidomastoid muscle flaps reconstruction to improve the facial deformity of parotidectomy
    Zeng Xianping, Li Juan, Tang Sucheng, Li Jingjia, Zhang Jianli, He Fayao, Chen Weixiong, Chen Hexin
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 81-84.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.16
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    Objective To investigate the effect on facial deformity and complications of sternocleidomastoid flaps(SCM) in the resection of benign parotid tumors. Methods Sixty-eight patients with benign parotid tumors were randomly divided into a control group and an experimental group. Thirty-four patients in the control group were treated with traditional parotidectomy, while other 34 patients in the experimental group with sternocleidomastoid flap transferred to fill sunken operative area for repair after routine resection of parotid lesions. All the patients were followed for at least 6~12 months. The incidence of postoperative complications and facial deformity were compared and evaluated between the two groups. Results The complained of postoperative facial palsy, Frey syndrome,  numbness in the ear, tumor recurrence rate were roughly same between the two groups. The incidence of salivary fistula in the experimental group (accounting for 15%) was significantly lower than that in the control group (accounting for 27%), with the statistical difference (P<0.05). The cosmetic result on the experimental group, the patient completed scores was (1.25±0.96), and the scores from the blinded health care staff was (1.11±0.99), while those in the control group were (2.45±1.33) and (2.26±0.87), respectively. There were statistical differences  in the subjective and objective scores of patients cosmetic result between the two groups (P<0.05). Conclusions SCM parotid gland filling can improve postoperative facial deformities and provide a reasonable aesthetic choice for parotid gland reconstruction. 
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    Treatment of supracondylar fracture of humerus with pulseless hands in children 
    Yu Tieqiang, ZuoYuming, Wang Yueguang, Lian Xiaojing, Li Fei, Wan Guangliang, Li Xiaoliang
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 85-88.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.17
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    Objective To summary the therapeutic method and clinical effect of supracondylar fractures of the humerus with pulseless hand in children. Methods A total of 45 patients of humeral supracondylar fracture with pulseless hands were hospitalized and followed up for more than one year from January 2010 to June 2018.  There were 23 boys, with an average age of 5 years and 8 months. There were 22 girls, with an average age of 5 years and 6 months. There were 36 cases of fall injury, 4 cases of electric vehicle falls, 3 cases of high fall, and 1 case of traffic accident. All cases were Gartland type III fractures. Closed reduction and Kirschner wire fixation were performed in 18 cases, and open exploration of blood vessels and fracture reduction with Kirschner wire fixation in 27 cases. Arterial pulse and the presence or absence of perfusion were evaluated by Doppler. Plaster and Kirschner wire were removed 4 weeks after surgery. Results The children were followed up for 12 to 15 months, with an average follow-up of 13 months. The fractures all healed around 4-12 weeks. According to Flynn evaluation standard of elbow performance score: excellent in 42 cases and good in 3 cases. At the last follow-up, the radial artery pulsation was good, and there were no complications such as redisplacement, pin tract infections and cubitus varus. Conclusions The pale hand should be explored the vessels immediately, and the failed closed reduction.  Radial arterial pulsation should be closely observed within 48 h after closed reduction and Kirschner wire fixation for pink hand.  Blood vessels should be opened for exploration, fracture reduction and fixation for those who failed closed reduction or had differences between preoperative and postoperative Doppler examination. After reduction of the supracondylar fracture of the humerus, attention should be paid to the presence or absence of radial artery pulsation.
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    Clinical efficacy of minimally Juvara combined with Akin osteotomy on severe hallux valgus
    Shen Guodong, Zou Yunxuan, Zhang Hongning, Yang Kangyong, Lai Zhibin, Zhu Yongzhan
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 89-92.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.18
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    Objective To study the clinical efficacy of minimally Juvara combined with Akin osteotomy on severe hallux valgus. Methods Forty-five patients (50 feet) with severe hallux valgus treated by minimally Juvara combined with Akin osteotomy in Eight Department of Orthopaedics, Foshan Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine from August 2016 to August 2018 were collected in this study. Hallux valgus Angle (HVA), intermetatarsal angle (IMA), distal metatarsal angle (DMAA), distal metatarsophalangeal angle (DASA), interphalangeal angle (IPA) were measured by X-ray examination preoperatively and 3, 6 and 12 months after operation. The efficacy was evaluated in accordance with the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score and the Olerud-Molander Ankle (OMA) Score. Results All patients were followed up within 12~17 months (mean, 14.20±1.55 months). There was no recurrence during follow-up period. In terms of HVA, IMA, DMAA, DASA, IPA, AOFAS and OMA, there were significant differences in postoperative 3, 6 and 12 months and before operation (P<0.01). There were no significant differences among before operation and 3, 6 and 12 months postoperatively (P>0.01). Conclusions For severe hallux valgus, minimally Juvara combined with Akin osteotomy can effectively correct the hallux valgus deformity with small surgical incision, high safety and curative effect, which is worthy of popularization and application in clinical.
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    Therapeutic evaluation of CalliSpheres drug-loaded microsphere uterine artery embolization in the treatment of cervical cancer
    Gao Wei , Zou Qiang, Liao Jun, Xing Wenge, Yang Xueling , Ni Hong
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 93-97.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.19
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    Objective To evaluate the efficacy of CalliSpheres drug-loaded microsphere uterine artery embolization in the treatment of locally advanced cervical cancer. Methods Forty-eight patients (average age was 49 years old) with cervical cancer admitted to our department from February 2016 to September 2018 were randomly divided into two groups: normal microsphere uterine artery embolization + 24 cases of epirubicin uterine arterial infusion chemotherapy (group A); 24 cases of drug-loaded microspheres (epimycin) uterine artery chemoembolization (group B). Each group was treated with the same procedures three weeks apart, total two times. The reduction in bleeding was recorded, and tumor size changes were evaluated by CT, and bone marrow suppression and digestive tract reactions were analyzed. Results (1) Both groups of patients had reduced vaginal bleeding. The duration of postoperative bleeding in the conventional microsphere group was (6±1.5) days, and that in the drug-loaded microsphere group was (3±0.8) days, the difference was statistically significant (P<0.01). (2) Tumor reduction rate: The objective remission rate of the ordinary microsphere group was 83.8%, and that of the drug-loaded microsphere group was 95.8%. The difference was statistically significant (P<0.01). (3) Abdominal pain occurred in both groups. The VAS score of the general microsphere group was (8±2), and the VAS score of the drug-loaded microsphere group was (3±1). There were statistical difference in the VAS score (P<0.01). Myelosuppression occured only in the normal microsphere group. Conclusions CalliSpheres drug-loaded microspheres have higher tumor shrinkage rate for cervical cancer, shorter postoperative vaginal bleeding, no bone marrow suppression and controllable abdominal pain.
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    Analysis of endometrial receptivity after implantation of biological amniotic products to improve intrauterine adhesions
    Cui Shuling, Zhang Yingzhi, Zhang Jing, Lao Peiwei
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 98-102.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.20
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     Objective To investigate the endometrial receptivity of biological amniotic products after hysteroscopic intrauterine adhesion separation (TCRA).    Methods    A retrospective analysis for clinical data of 64 cases of women who received TCRA because of medium or heavy IUA in the Affiliated Hospital of Medical School, Ningbo University from November 2019 to November 2020 was performed. The 64 cases were divided into the following two groups according to the method of TCRA postoperative readhesion prevention:  an experimental group (biological amniotic products were placed after TCRA with chitosan), and a control group (chitosan was placed after TCRA). Each group was 32 cases. The Chinese Intrauterine Adhesion Grating and Scoring Standard proposed by Chinese Clinical Diagnostics Experts of Intrauterine Adhesion in 2015 was used to diagnose the degree of intrauterine adhesions. All patients received artificial cycle treatment of estrogen progesterone for 2 months. The endometrial thickness, uterine artery resistance parameters and pregnancy rate were compared between the two groups.   Results   One month after operation, the endometrial thickness of the experimental group and the control group were (5.89±0.84) mm and (4.37± 0.52) mm, respectively, the differences were statistically significant (T=8.689,P<0.01). Two months after operation, the endometrial thickness of the experimental group and the control group were (8.38±0.84) mm, (7.17±1.00) mm, the differences were statistically significant (t=5.215, P<0.01). At the second hysteroscopy, the readhesion rate of the experimental group was 6.25%, and that of the control group was 18.75%, with statistical significance (P<0.05). There were statistical differences in the arterial blood flow parameters and pregnancy rate between the two groups.   Conclusions    The implantation of biological amniotic membrane products after the separation of moderate or severe intrauterine adhesions can increase the thickness of the endometrium and improve the blood circulation of the uterus and the receptivity of the endometrium, ultimately increase the pregnancy rate. Therefore, the implantation of biological amniotic membrane products can be an effective and feasible neoadjuvant treatment for clinical treatment of intrauterine adhesions.
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    Fabrication of cast specimen of internal femoral head artery by microperfusion combined with 3D printing
    Zhang Xiangnan, Deng Wei, Zhang Songqiang, Wang Hongyu, Li Lei, Ju Wen, Zhou Guangliang, Ju Faxin, Zhou Zhenghu, Li Guanxing, Ju Jihui, Hou Ruixing
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 103-106.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.21
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    Objective To explore the vascular display method of making cast specimens of internal femoral head artery in pigs. Methods The arterial trunks of three retinacular artery of pig femoral heads in 3 pigs were perfused with epoxy resin red essence mixture. After solidification, the soft tissues were removed by alkali corrosion. The femoral head contour was scanned in 3D and the mold was printed. Acid corroded and flushed the femoral head until the internal cephalic artery was completely exposed. The 3D printing die was placed on the femoral head exposed to blood vessels and filled with epoxy resin. After solidification, the die was removed and the surface of the femoral head was polished to make a transparent femoral head exposing the vascular network in the femoral head.    Results    Porcine femoral head internal artery casting specimen was successfully made by pouring epoxy resin red essence mixture casting agent and washing with acid and alkali corrosion. The femoral head was successfully restored by 3D printing technology, and a transparent femoral head was made to reveal the vascular network in the femoral head. Conclusions Micro-perfusion corrosion method can successfully make femoral head artery cast specimen, which provides morphological basis for studying femoral head blood supply. The transparent femoral head vascular specimen was successfully established by 3D printing filling technology, which can preserve the contour of femoral head and blood vessels in the head.
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    Design and application of an improved embedding die and an improved glass slide
    Li Mingxian, Dong Xingmei, Tang Lipeng, Yang Haifeng, Zheng Guangjuan, He Qinglian
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 107-108.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.22
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    Anatomy of the cervical foraminal ligament and its clinical significance
    Yu Sheng, Pang Qingjiang
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 109-112.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.23
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    New progress of the roles of NLRP3 inflammasomes in central nervous system diseases
    Zhang Pengfei, Yu Chunze, Yu Jianyun, Yang Li
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 113-116.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.24
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    Abnormal course of bilateral vertebral artery and the left vertebral artery’s compression of left inferior sympathetic ganglion
    Wang Qing, Wan Jiangtong, Wang Lingman, Wang Jing, Gan Shengwei, Sun Shanquan, He Guiqiong
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (1): 117-.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.1.28
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    Anatomical study of the dorsal multi-grade advancing flap
    Chen Jingguo, Qiu Shenqiang, Zhu Mingsheng, Hao Liwen, Wang Zengtao
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 121-125.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.01
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    Objective To repair the dorsal wound by increasing the propulsion distance of the dorsal flap through the multi-grade effect of the ductility of the skin, the slip between the subcutaneous superficial fascia and the skin, the angular displacement of the dorsal branch from the proper digital artery and the elasticity of the proper digital artery. Methods The skin flaps of 34 fingers on 11 sides of fresh adult cadaveric hands were designed on the dorsal side of the middle and proximal segments of the finger respectively. The contents of the flap included the dorsal skin, the subcutaneous superficial fascia, the proper digital artery on one side of the finger and the dorsal branch of the proper digital artery. When the flap was pushed to the distal end of the finger, the ductility of the skin,the sliding of the subcutaneous superficial fascia,the angular displacement of the dorsal branch of the proper digital artery and the elasticity of the proper digital artery all played a certain role in the advancement of the dorsal finger flap respectively, the advancement distance of the flap can be increased by the multi-grade superposition of these four effects. Results The maximum propulsion distance of the dorsal flap simulated on the fresh specimens was 2.4 cm and the dorsal flap in the proximal segment of finger was 4.5 cm. Conclusions The advancing distance of the dorsal multi-grade advanced flap increases significantly. The maximum advancing distance is 4.5cm and the average distance is 2.5cm. The operation of the multistage advancing dorsal finger flap is safe and simple, it is one of the ideal flap for repairing small and medium-sized wounds of the dorsal finger.
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    Localization and significance of nerve entry points of the anterior forearm muscles in adults
    Zhou Jiayu, Zhou Guoyan, Yang Shengbo
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 126-131.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.02
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    Objective    To accurately localize the body surface position and depth of nerve entry points (NEPs) of the adult anterior forearm muscles.    Methods    Twelve adult cadavers were used in the supine position. The curve close to the skin connecting the lateral epicondyle and the medial epicondyle of humerus was designed as the horizontal reference line (H), and the curve between the lateral epicondyle and the radius styloid process was designed as the longitudinal reference line (L). The NEPs ware exposed by dissection and marked with barium sulfate, then spiral CT scan and three-dimensional reconstruction were performed. The projection point of NEP on the body surface was denoted as P point, and the point P through NEP projecting onto the posterior surface of the forearm was denoted as P' point. The position of P point projected on H line and L line was denoted as PH and PL respectively. The positions of PH and PL on H and L lines and the depth of NEPs were determined under Syngo system.    Results    The PH for the NEPs of the pronator teres, flexor carpi radialis, palmaris longus, flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor pollicis longus, flexor digitorum profundus (median nerve branch), flexor digitorum profundus (ulnar nerve branch), and pronator quadratus muscles were located at 58.08%, 64.17%, 75.14%, 61.14%, 62.26%, 52.07%, 50.81%, 63.38% and 51.37% on the H line, respectively. The PL were at 9.79%, 3.97%, 16.37%, 4.42%, 17.88%, 34.17%, 30.27%, 11.48% and 75.32% of the L line, respectively. The puncture depth were located at 26.80%, 25.06%, 27.68%, 28.13%, 37.30%, 39.85%, 49.26%, 70.86% and 44.25% of the PP' line, respectively. The above data were the average value.    Conclusions    The definition of the body surface location and depth of these NEPs can provide morphological guidance for improving the efficiency of target block of extra-muscular neurolysis, the design of minimally invasive incision for the treatment of muscle spasticity by surgical transection the neuromuscular branches, the evaluation of the function of the donor muscle, and the protection of nerves in muscle transplantation.
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    Morphological characteristics and clinical significance of the bone articular surface of the rib head joint
    Hu Zhe, Wang Xing, He Yujie, Li Zhijun
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 132-137.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.03
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    Objective To investigate the morphological characteristics of the skeletal articular surface of the rib head joint by morphological measurement, and provide a theoretical basis for clinical diagnosis and treatment, nail placement design and related biomechanical research. Methods 40 sets (80 sides) of adult thoracic bone specimens were selected, and related indicators were observed, and statistical analysis was performed according to different segments. Results Most of costal fovea of T1~9 were in the plane of the upper vertebrae, the lower vertebrae were concave, and the single costal fovea of T10~12 were mostly flat. The positions of the ribs of the vertebral rib head joint costal fovea C7~T3 were both in the vertebrae. On the body, T4 began to gradually move back ribs, the root-body half-type appeared, from T7 to the root-based type, and gradually increased, T12 were all root-based. R1, R2, R11 and R12 were single. The articular surface of the rib head, from R3 to R10, had both single rib head and double rib head articular surface. The latter appeared to increase first and then gradually decreased. R1 to R5 single rib head joint plane type decreased from 52.1% to 15.0% , and R6, R7, R9 did not see the flat type. R1 ~ 6 concave type gradually decreased from 47.5% to 6.3%. R8~12 concave type gradually increased from 8.8% to 48.7%. Double rib head joints were mainly flat and concave, followed by double concave. In R3~8 double rib head joint, the appearance rate of upper flat and lower concave type increased from 8.8% to 66.2%, while the appearance rate of R8~10 was gradually lower. the appearance rate of R4~10 upper and lower double concave type was lower than that of upper and lower concave type. Conclusions The clinical application should be based on the relevant parameters of 1-12 ribs to select a suitable diagnosis and treatment plan.
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    Analysis of related influential factors for the position of abdominal aortic bifurcation
    Chen Qingan, Zhong Tao, Zhao Bohou, Wu Gang
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 138-142.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.04
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    Objective To explore the Influential factors for the position of abdominal aortic bifurcation (AB).    Methods The vertical distances between AB and the midline, between AB and the inferior margin of L4 vertebra were measured on CT images. Lumbar lordosis angles was measured at median sagittal plane by three different methods. Age of patients, gander and body?mass?index?(BMI) were recorded. Results   With the increasing of age, AB gradually decreased and moved to the right side.  Terminal of aorta in male continued to decline, but in female, there did not show a significant downward shift until the age of 65. There were no correlation  between position of AB and lumbar lordosis, gender, BMI (P>0.05). There was significant correlation  between age and lumbar lordosis (P<0.01). Conclusions The descending and rightward end of AB was associated with the age. The findings were helpful for low aorta block.  
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    A common case of common carotid artery bifurcation, lingual artery and facial artery 
    Chen Ao
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 142-.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.25
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    CT imaging anatomical observation of sacroiliac joint space in normal people with different ages
    Xiao Ping, Li Yangtao, Yan Yiwen, Hou Demiao, Zhang Kunmu, Xu Zhun, Li Yikai
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 143-149.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.05
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    Objective To observe the anatomical characteristics in the CT appearance of normal sacroiliac joint (SIJ) space in different age groups, and to provide basis for diagnosis of SIJ subluxation. Methods The statistical analysis of CT images of normal SIJ space was performed in 480 patients.  The differences of SIJ space width in different ages, genders, levels and regions were compared. Results (1) There were significant differences in the widths of SIJ space in different age groups. With the increasing of age, the width of SIJ space decreased gradually. (2) The width of SIJ space in women was slightly greater than that in men, and there was no significant difference between them. (3) There were significant differences in the widths of SIJ space in different transverse levels. The lower part of SIJ had the minimum space width. (4) There were significant differences in the widths of SIJ space in the ipsilateral anterior, middle and posterior regions, while there was no significant difference between the left and right side of the same region. Conclusions The width of SIJ space is age-related, spatial  heterogeneity and diversity. This study provides reference for imaging anatomy of sacroiliac joint space width in different age groups. 
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    A case of suprascapular nerve aberration caused by absence of upper trunk of brachial plexus
    Zhang Song, Fang Jie, Dong Ziqiang, Wu Yao, Zheng Dawei, Zhu Hui, Chen Buguo
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 149-.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.26
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    Morphological classification and clinical significance of glenoid based on CT three-dimensional reconstruction
    Hu Dingxiang, Li Changhui, Chen Liang, Ma Chenxi, Huang He, Zheng Ruiqing
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 150-153.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.06
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    Objective To explore the morphological classification and clinical significance of glenoid based on CT 3D reconstruction. Methods Data of 290 cases of scapular bones data were collected from People's Hospital of Lu Xian County. The morphological characteristics of the glenoid pelvis were observed, and the upper and lower diameters, anterior and posterior diameters of the glenoid pelvis, the depth of the glenoid fossa, the degree of tilt angle and torsion angle of the glenoid pelvis were measured.   Results The result of CT three- dimensional reconstruction showed that, the glenoid was classified into four types: namely, quotation marks-type (165 cases, accounting for 56.90%); oval-type(65 cases, accounting for 22.41%); water drops-type ( 51 cases, accounting for 17.59 %); gourd-type(9 cases, accounting for 3.10 %). There were statistical differences in the upper and lower diameters of the glenoid pelvis, the depth of the glenoid fossa, the degree of tilt angle and torsion angle of the glenoid pelvis between the oval-type and the quotation marks-type, water drops-type and gourd-type(P<0.05). The degree of tilt angle in water drops-type was greater than that of quotation marks-type. The upper and lower diameters of the glenoid pelvis in gourd-type were less than that of quotation marks-type and water drops-type. The anterior and posterior diameters of the glenoid pelvis in oval-type and water drops-type were greater than that of quotation marks-type and gourd-type. The anterior and posterior diameters of the glenoid pelvis in quotation marks-type was greater than that of gourd-type. The depth of the glenoid fossa in quotation marks-type was less than that of water drops-type and gourd-type. There were statistical differences in genders among the upper and lower diameters, anterior and posterior diameters of the glenoid pelvis, the depth of the glenoid fossa, the degree of tilt angle and torsion angle of the glenoid pelvis (all P<0.05). Conclusions Based on the results of three-dimensional CT reconstruction, the glenoid can be divided into four types, with the quotation marks-type as the main type and gourd-type as the rare type, and the morphology and classification of which are of certain clinical guiding significance.
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    MSCT manifestation and clinical significance of double inferior vena cava
    Cheng Cheng, Zhao Mingze, Jiang Minrui, Zhang Chunlai, Wang Yi
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 154-158.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.07
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    Objective To explore the multi-slice spiral CT (MSCT) manifestation and clinical significance of double inferior vena cava (IVC). Methods Eighteen patients with the double IVC found by multi-phase enhanced abdominal MSCT scans were collected. Three kinds of post-processing reconstruction methods including MPR, MIP and VR were used for analysis IVC variation . Their clinical and radiological data were analyzed retrospectively and the double IVC’ imaging features, embryological mechanisms and clinical significance were discussed in combination with literature. Results There were 3 types of MSCT manifestation in the 18 patients with the double IVC. 15 patients (accounting for 83.33%) of type I showed as that the left-sided IVC ascended vertically to the position where the left renal vein merged into, then travelled to the right in front of the aorta in a normal way of the left renal vein and merged into the normal right-sided IVC. Two patients (accounting for 11.11%) of type II showed as that the right-sided IVC ascended to the second lumbar level, then crossed the aorta posteriorly to drain into left-sided IVC, and next connected with the hemizygous vein and eventually drained into the right atrium via the azygos vein and superior vena cava. Right renal vein mainly drained into the right suprarenal IVC, but there were collateral branches connecting to the right infrarenal IVC. One patient (accounting for 5.56%) of type III showed as that the right-sided IVC travelled normally all the way, after the left IVC ascended vertically to the position where the left renal vein merged into, then it travelled right and upward behind the aorta and connected to the azygos vein. Conclusions Double IVC has many complex variant types, which has important clinical significance for retroperitoneal surgery and treatment of venous thrombosis of the lower body.
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    MSCT evaluation and clinical application of anatomical classification of left superior pulmonary vein
    Wang Juan, Guo Longjun, Teng Jiaqi, He Wen
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 159-163.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.08
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    Objective   To study the anatomic and drainage patterns of pulmonary veins in the superior lobe of left lung in healthy people with Muti-slice spiral CT (MSCT), which providing reference for anatomical segmental resection of lung.    Methods   Two hundred cases of normal chest CT plain scan data were collected, and the venous anatomy and drainage pattern map were obtained by volume reconstruction (VR), and the occurrence rate of each vein type was observed and counted. Combined with the reconstruction of 5 mm axial MIP map, the corresponding types were identified.   Results   The left superior pulmonary vein can be divided into:(1) V1 + 2 type, (2) V2 + 3 type, (3) V1+2a V2 +3bc  according to the condition of common trunk, and the occurrence rates were 69% (138 /200), 17.5% (35/200) and 13.5% (27/200) respectively. Its characteristics were as follows: when V1 + 2 dries together, the branches then sent out were not related to each other; in V2+3 type, V2 and V3 dries together, and V1 and V2+3 respectively flowed into the left superior pulmonary vein stem; in V1 + 2a V2 + 3bc type, V2 mainly had a large variation; when V4 and V5 of the left upper lobe lingual segment vein dries together, their branches were not related to each other, and V4 had the same situation with V3b, and each had their different drainage characteristics.   Conclusions    The vein classification of the superior lobe of left lung is more complicated due to the presence of lingual segment. Venous anatomy and drainage pattern obtained by MSCT combined with 5 mm axial MIP can clearly show the pulmonary vein anatomical classification, which can be used as a routine method for its anatomical identification.
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    CT anatomical research of temporal bone in unilateral chronic otitis media 
    Hu Ruili, Zhang Xiaochen, Zou Dianjun, Zhang Qingjun, Lin Yantao, Liang Zhandong
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 164-167.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.09
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    Objective To study the CT anatomical features and the clinical significance of temporal bone in unilateral chronic otitis media(COM). Methods The CT images of 35 patients with unilateral COM on the affected side (an experimental group) and the healthy side (a control group) of temporal bone were analyzed retrospectively.  Auditory tube angle(ATA), petroclival angle(PCA), diameter of aditus mastoid(DA), diameter(D)and length(L)of osseous segments of Eustachian Tube, the ratio of maximum diameter and length(D/L) of osseous segments of Eustachian Tube and mastoid pneumatization of the two groups were compared. Results In the experimental group, the ATA and the PCA of were (137.4±8.1)°, (52.5±3.8)°, respectively, DA and D were (0.29±0.08) cm, (0.18±0.07) cm, respectively, L was (1.07±0.15) cm and D/L was (17.1±5.4) %. In the control group, the ATA and the PCA of were (138.3±7.7)°, (53.1±4.3)°, respectively, DA and D were (0.35±0.07) cm, (0.21±0.07) cm, respectively, L was (1.17±0.17) cm and D/L was (20.9±14.3) %.  There was significant difference in the result of DA, D and L of osseous segments of Eustachian Tube and mastoid pneumatization between experimental group and control group (t/χ2=4.37, 3.09, -3.17, 6.34, P<0.05). There was no significant difference in the result of ATA, PCA, D/L between experimental group and control group (P>0.05).   Conclusions   There is anatomic variation in the temporal bone of patients with unilateral chronic suppurative otitis media. The small osseous segments of Eustachian Tube, narrow entrance of aditus mastoid and poor mastoid pneumatization are associated with unilateral COM.
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    Study on the application of inertia principal axis in the precise positioning of the radial tuberosity 
    Wang Fasheng, Chen Jie, Xie Yun
    Chinese Journal of Clinical Anatomy    2022, 40 (2): 168-172.   DOI: 10.13418/j.issn.1001-165x.2022.2.10
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    Objective To determine the rotation angle of the radial tuberosity relative to the major axis of the radius at the horizontal plane according to theits computed tomography(CT) image. Methods CT images of 44 independent radial specimens (17 on the left and 27 on the right) were scanned to observe the morphology of the radial tuberosity and select the marker points from it. The Mimics21.0 was used to construct the radial three-dimensional (3D) model based on the original CT image information. Then the inertia principal axis of radial was calculated and generated, and the reference coordinate frame of inertia principal axis was established. The rotation angles of the posterior ridge marks on the radial tuberosity on the horizontal plane relative to the major axis in each specimen were calculated and recorded. Results The posterior ridge of radial tuberosity was ubiquitous. The relative position between inertia principal axis and radius was stable. The rotation angle of the posterior ridge of the radial tuberosity relative to the major axis of the radius in the horizontal coordinate frame was (82.93±5.55)°. Conclusions The anatomical reference coordinate frame based on the principal axis of inertia is stable and can be used to precisely locate the radial tuberosity.
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