Zhongshan People's Hospital

Procalcitonin for diagnosing infected pancreatic necrosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Infected pancreatic necrosis (IPN) ranks among the most severe local complications of acute pancreatitis (AP) and plays a central role in driving AP-related death. Procalcitonin (PCT), a serum biomarker that responds preferentially to bacterial infection, has...

Allergic Inflammation and the IL-33/ST2 Axis in Childhood Asthma: A Narrative Review of Related Pathways and Intervention Strategies

Background: Pediatric asthma is the most common disease in children, and its incidence is increasing globally. Its clinical features are usually wheezing, dyspnea, cough, and increased airway sensitivity. Exposure to dust mites in the living environment, air pollutants, and virus...