COMBINING CATHETER ABLATION AND LEFT ATRIAL APPENDAGE OCCLUSION: AN EFFECTIVE STRATEGY FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION

Nonvalvular atrial fibrillation is a common cardiac arrhythmia with significant thromboembolic and stroke risks. Effective treatment is crucial to reduce mortality and complications. Catheter ablation therapy is a widely used intervention, but it has limitations, including a high recurrence rate and unproven efficacy in reducing embolic risk. Left atrial appendage occlusion is an emerging

Authors: Wei Yanxi
Pages: 48-56
PREDICTIVE VALUE OF BLOOD URIC ACID LEVELS IN SEVERE ACUTE PANCREATITIS

Acute pancreatitis (AP) can manifest as a severe, life-threatening condition, and early identification of patients at risk of progression to severe acute pancreatitis (SAP) is crucial. This study explores the potential of blood uric acid (UA) levels as a marker for assessing disease severity and predicting prognosis in SAP patients. The research aims to provide a practical and efficient

Authors: Li Minghui , Wang Xiaoyu2
Pages: 27-39
NETWORK PHARMACOLOGY ANALYSIS OF ZHENGAN XIFENG DECOCTION FOR ISCHEMIC STROKE TREATMENT

Ischemic stroke is a common cerebrovascular disease with significant neurological deficits caused by cerebral blood circulation disorders. Current medical treatments like thrombolytic therapy and interventional arterial thrombectomy are limited by strict time constraints and contraindications, leaving many patients without effective care options. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a

Authors: Wei Li , Ming Zhang2
Pages: 1-14
EXPLORING NON-MOTOR SYMPTOMS IN EARLY PARKINSON'S DISEASE

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder predominantly affecting the elderly. It is characterized by the degeneration of dopamine (DA) neurons in the substantia nigra, resulting in the formation of Lewy bodies, which disrupt the substantia striatum pathway and reduce DA levels in the caudate nucleus and putamen. The incidence of PD is higher in males than in

Authors: Li Mei Xiu
Pages: 57-63
HARNESSING THE HEALING POWER OF NATURAL PLANTS FOR CHRONIC PERIODONTITIS

Chronic periodontitis, a widespread dental condition characterized by inflammation and destruction of periodontal support tissue and alveolar bone, has seen a growing trend among younger individuals, affecting 10% - 15% of the global population. Left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss and significantly impact patients' quality of life. Oral health is a vital aspect of overall health and

Authors: Mei Ling Wang , Wei Zhang
Pages: 40-47
INTEGRATING TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE IN LUNG CANCER CARE

Lung cancer is a significant health concern in China, and its high incidence and mortality rates necessitate effective treatment strategies. Traditional treatments, including surgical resection, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, have their limitations and often come with unwanted side effects. More recently, targeted therapies and immunotherapies have emerged, but they still face challenges

Authors: Li Mingyu , Wang Xiaohui
Pages: 15-26