1.Pathogenesis and Prevention Strategies of Hypercoagulable State in Malignant Tumors Based on the Theory of "Sweet-Flavored Medicinals Retaining and Restoring Body Fluid"
Yong WANG ; Zixuan CHENG ; Weiyang KONG ; Yuwei SUN ; Yunxuan SHI ; Ruyu QIN ; Zhaidong LIU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(1):26-30
Based on the theory of "sweet-flavored medicinals retaining and restoring body fluid", this paper proposed that the core pathogenesis of hypercoagulable state in malignant tumors is qi deficiency and fluid consumption, blood stasis and vessels stagnation, which evolves dynamically according to the pattern "qi deficiency → fluid consumption → blood stasis". Accordingly, a staged treatment system is established with the general principle of "fortifying the middle jiao, restoring fluid and activating blood circulation". In the initial stage, invigorating the spleen and boosting qi to generate body fluid, targeting the onset of middle jiao deficiency and body fluid consumption; in the middle stage, nourishing yin and unblocking collaterals to facilitate body fluid circulation, addressing the disorder of body fluid transportation and collateral injury caused by internal dryness; in the late stage, consolidating yin and resolving blood stasis to retain body fluid, resolving yin impairment, fluid exhaustion, and binding of stasis and toxin. By regulating body fluid metabolism to improve the hypercoagulable state, this system is intended to provide insights for the prevention and treatment of hypercoagulable state in malignant tumors with traditional Chinese medicine.
2.Clinical Observation on Prevention of Recurrence of Common Bile Duct Stones After ERCP with Yuyin Lidan Granules
Xiao WANG ; Yong FANG ; Cong HE ; Jiali ZHANG ; Meng YU ; Jing KONG ; Yi JIANG ; Chuanqi CHENG ; Xiaosu WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(4):159-166
ObjectiveTo observe the clinical efficacy and safety of Yuyin Lidan granules (YYLD) in preventing the recurrence of common bile duct stones (CBDS) in patients with liver and gallbladder dampness-heat syndrome following endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). MethodsThis randomized, parallel, controlled trial enrolled postoperative CBDS-ERCP patients who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Sixty-four patients were randomly assigned to an observation group or a control group, with 32 cases in each. Both groups received conventional Western medical treatment after ERCP, while the observation group additionally received YYLD for 8 weeks. The follow-up period lasted for 1 year. The efficacy indicators included bile bilirubin levels, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndrome scores, clinical efficacy rate, pancreatitis and inflammation markers, postoperative liver function, and CBDS recurrence rate at 1-year follow-up, which were used to jointly evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of both groups. ResultsA total of 56 patients completed the study and were included in the final analysis, i.e., 29 in the observation group and 27 in the control group. Baseline characteristics were comparable between the two groups. Compared with pre-treatment and with the control group after treatment, the bile bilirubin level in the observation group significantly decreased (P<0.05). After treatment, the clinical cure and marked improvement rates were higher in the observation group than in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference in overall clinical efficacy (P<0.05). Compared with pre-treatment, the primary and secondary symptoms in the observation group, as well as the primary symptom and the secondary symptom of nausea and vomiting in the control group (weeks 4 and 8), were significantly reduced (P<0.05). Compared with the control group after treatment, the observation group showed significant reductions in the primary symptom of loose stools/constipation (day 5 and week 4) and in three secondary symptoms, i.e., bitter taste and sticky dry mouth, abdominal distension and poor appetite (throughout the treatment period), and general heaviness and fatigue (day 5 and week 4), with statistical differences (P<0.05). Compared with pre-treatment, both groups showed decreased lipase and urinary amylase levels (P<0.05). However, no significant between-group differences were observed in pancreatitis or inflammation-related indices after treatment. Compared with pre-treatment, all liver function indicators in the observation group and alanine aminotransferase ( ALT ), γ-glutamyl transferase ( γ-GT ), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and conjugated bilirubin in the control group significantly decreased at weeks 4 and 8 (P<0.05). Compared with the control group after treatment, only serum total bilirubin and unconjugated bilirubin were significantly reduced in the observation group during the treatment period (P<0.05). ConclusionYYLD combined with conventional Western medical treatment can effectively regulate bilirubin metabolism (in bile and serum), improve TCM clinical symptoms, and prevent CBDS recurrence after ERCP in patients with liver and gallbladder dampness-heat syndrome. This regimen is safe and effective and is worthy of further clinical research and promotion.
3.Progress of innovative drug research in China
Yuhang WANG ; Bin DI ; Yong YANG ; Cheng JIANG
Journal of China Pharmaceutical University 2026;57(3):275-287
In recent years, China’s capacity for new drug research and development has been significantly strengthened, with major breakthroughs across multiple therapeutic areas, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, and metabolic disorders. An increasing number of domestically developed innovative drugs have been approved for marketing, gradually establishing a competitive position against imported drugs and expanding into global markets. This article systematically reviews the latest research progress of Class 1 innovative drugs in China from 2023 to 2024, categorizes representative approved drugs by therapeutic area, summarizes the clinical advantages and characteristics of representative drugs approved, analyzes in depth the current development trends of and challenges for China’s innovative pharmaceutical industry, and explores future directions, aiming to provide some reference for innovative drug research, industrial development, and policy-making in China.
4.High expression of E2F2 in clear cell renal cell carcinoma and its association with prognosis and tumor immune microenvironment
Genyi QU ; Chaohui LONG ; Wenlin HUANG ; Guang YANG ; Cheng TANG ; Yong XU ; Li YIN
Journal of Modern Urology 2026;31(2):172-181
Objective To investigate the expression characteristics of the transcription factor E2F2 in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), its impact on patient prognosis, and its potential role in the tumor immune microenvironment, with validation using clinical samples and functional assays. Methods RNA sequencing data and clinical information of ccRCC patients were obtained from the TCGA database; GSE53757 and GSE66272 datasets were downloaded from the GEO database as external validation cohorts. The expression difference of E2F2 between ccRCC tissue and normal tissue was compared, and the relationship between E2F2 expression and clinical pathological characteristics was analyzed. Kaplan-Meier (KM) survival analysis with log-rank test was performed to evaluate the effects of E2F2 on overall survival (OS), progression-free survival (PFS), and disease-specific survival (DSS). The prognostic efficacy of E2F2 in predicting 1-, 3- and 5-year survival was evaluated using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve. GSEA was performed to identify E2F2-related signaling pathways, and the ESTIMATE and CIBERSORT algorithms were used to assess the relationship between E2F2 expression level and tumor immune cell infiltration and immune microenvironment. Twenty pairs of surgically resected and pathologically confirmed ccRCC tissues and matched adjacent non-tumor tissues were collected from our hospital, and immunohistochemistry (IHC) was performed to detect the protein expression of E2F2. Human ccRCC cell line 786-O was used for functional assays;shRNA was used to knock down E2F2 expression (constructing stable shE2F2#1 and shE2F2#2 cell lines), and qRT-PCR and Western blot were performed to verify knockdown efficiency, followed by MTT, colony formation, and Transwell migration assays to evaluate the effects of E2F2 on the biological behaviors of ccRCC cells. Results E2F2 was significantly upregulated in ccRCC tissues (the same results in the verification set). Higher E2F2 expression was associated with advanced histological grade, clinical stage and higher TNM classification (P<0.05). KM analysis showed that patients in the E2F2 high-expression group had worse OS, PFS, and DSS (P=0.019, 0.036, <0.001); the ROC curves showed area under the curve (AUC) of E2F2 of predicting 1-, 3- and 5- year survival of ccRCC patients were 0.844, 0.851 and 0.815, respectively. GSEA revealed that the E2F2 low-expression group was enriched in multiple metabolism-related pathways, whereas the E2F2 high-expression group was associated with immune-related pathways. Immune analysis demonstrated that high E2F2 expression was associated with increased immune scores, increased proportion of immune cells, higher tumor mutation burden, and potentially stronger immunotherapy response. IHC results showed that the E2F2 immunoreactivity score in ccRCC tissues was significantly higher than that in adjacent non-tumor tissues (P<0.05). Functional assays indicated that E2F2 knockdown significantly inhibited the proliferation, colony formation, and migration of ccRCC cells. Conclusion E2F2 is highly expressed in ccRCC and may be involved in tumorigenesis and progression through modulation of the immune microenvironment. Its expression level is closely associated with patient prognosis, and E2F2 has the potential to serve as a prognostic biomarker and immunotherapeutic target in ccRCC.
5.Conundrum in the Management of a Rare Cause of Cushing Syndrome
Wee Mee Cheng ; Lit Sin Yong ; Poh Shean Wong ; Nor Afidah binti Karim ; Noor Lita Adam
Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies 2026;41(S1):32-
Introduction:
Primary bilateral macronodular adrenal hyperplasia
(PBMAH), characterized by bilateral adrenal macronodules
>1 cm, is a rare genetic disease contributing to <2% of
Cushing syndrome.
Case:
A 56-year-old male with underlying diabetes mellitus
and hypertension presented with worsening proximal
muscle weakness. Detailed neurological assessment was
unremarkable. Re-assessment revealed more apparent
cushingoid features, prompting referral to endocrinology.
Basal cortisol was markedly elevated at 957 nmol/L (145.4–
619.4 nmol/L). Unsuppressed cortisol after 1 mg overnight
dexamethasone and low-dose dexamethasone test confirmed
Cushing Syndrome. Suppressed adrenocorticotropic
hormone (ACTH <0.33 pmol/L) suggested autonomous
cortisol secretion from adrenal glands. Computed
tomography adrenal reported massively enlarged
hypodense multinodular adrenal glands of varying sizes.
Oral ketoconazole, an adrenal steroidogenesis inhibitor,
was initiated. Despite careful titration to keep serum
cortisol 400–500 nmol/L, he experienced glucocorticoid
withdrawal syndrome. Bilateral adrenalectomy was
planned but deferred as he continued to lose weight despite
persistent hypercortisolism. Extensive investigations
were conducted for possible opportunistic infections or
malignancy. His chest X-ray revealed a suspicious right
lung cavity. Positive serum galactomannan and bronchial
alveolar lavage galactomannan suggested pulmonary
aspergillosis. Voriconazole was introduced, with drug-drug
interaction judiciously addressed. He underwent bilateral
adrenalectomy and required lifelong glucocorticoid and
mineralocorticoid replacement. Histopathological report confirms bilateral macronodular adrenocortical disease. A
referral to a genetic clinic was made to explore the potential
hereditary basis.
Conclusion
PBMAH is a highly heterogeneous disease with variable
presentation and a wide spectrum of hypercortisolism.
Definitive management remained controversial and
individualized. Multidisciplinary discussion is crucial,
and genetic study is highly recommended for long-term
prognostication and familial screening.
6.Understanding Diabetes Literacy in Seremban: Predictive Factors and Clinical Implications
Wee Mee Cheng ; Nadiah Aminah Azizan ; Wan Farahiyah Wan Muhmad ; Aun Aun Chua ; Poh Shean Wong ; Lit Sin Yong ; Nor Afidah Karim ; Noor Lita Adam
Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies 2026;41(S1):35-
Introduction:
Diabetes literacy represents personal knowledge and
competencies related to diabetes mellitus (DM) among
people living with DM (PLWD). It is a crucial component
for optimizing care and empowering effective selfmanagement.
Methodology:
A cross-sectional study was conducted at Hospital Tuanku
Ja’afar Seremban (HTJS) and Klinik Kesihatan Seremban
(KKS) using a validated simplified Diabetes Knowledge
Test (DKT). DKT assessed understanding in six domains,
namely, awareness, lifestyle modification, diet and monitoring, general knowledge, preventive screening, and
insulin. A score of >75% was classified as adequate diabetes
literacy. Significant predictive factors identified from univariate Pearson Chi Square were further analyzed using
multivariate logistic regression.
Results:
A total of 250 PLWDs, with equal contribution from each
centre, were recruited with a mean (SD) age of 50.3 (13.6)
years, 58.4% female, and 43.2% Malays. A total of 21.2%
demonstrated adequate diabetes literacy. The results
demonstrated the highest proficiency in the preventive
screening domain (92.6%) and the lowest in the awareness
domain (50.2%). Unemployed PLWDs had significantly
lower odds of adequate diabetes literacy (odds ratio [OR]
= 0.20, p = 0.010). Similarly, PLWDs with hemoglobin A1c
levels >10% exhibited approximately 2.6-fold lower odds
of adequate diabetes literacy. In contrast, PLWDs who
reported healthcare personnel as their primary source of
diabetes-related information had significantly higher odds
of adequate literacy (OR = 1.59, p = 0.017). No significant
association was demonstrated between diabetes literacy
and frequency of hospital admissions, medication
adherence, and diabetes-related target organ damage
Conclusion
Diabetes literacy among PLWD in HTJS and KKS is
suboptimal, with notable gaps in awareness of the disease.
Targeted, culturally tailored education strategies are
essential to address these disparities and to empower them
for effective diabetes self-management.
Literacy
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Diabetes Mellitus
7.Current status of eating behaviors and its predictive role in overweight and obese of adolescents
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(1):53-57
Objective:
To explore the current status and influencing factors of eating behaviors in adolescents, so as to provide a theoretical foundation for health promotion education among adolescents.
Methods:
Based on the database from Survey of Chinese Family Health Index (2021), by a random number table method, 1 065 teenagers were selected from the provincial capitals of 22 provinces and 5 autonomous regions in China, as well as 4 municipalities directly under the central government. A general characteristic questionnaire, Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), Short Form of the Family Health Scale (FHS-SF), 10-item Short Version of the Big Five Personality(BFP-10), Content-based Media Exposure Scale (CM-E) and Sakata Eating Behavior Scale Short Form(EBS-SF) were used to collect information. Multivariate stepwise linear regression analysis was employed to identify and analyze related factors of eating behaviors among adolescents. Receiver operating characteristic was used to validate the predictive ability of the EBS-SF score for overweight and obesity among adolescents.
Results:
The average scores of BFI-10,C-ME, FHS-SF, PHQ-9 and EBS-SF were (33.08±4.64)(19.20±4.55)(38.48±6.65)(6.09±5.63)(16.75±4.36), respectively. Multivariate linear regression showed that family type (other types), agreeableness, conscientiousness, family health and depression were the main related factors of EBS-SF scores among adolescents( B =2.61,-0.42,0.20,-0.11,0.23, P <0.05).The analysis of receiver operating characteristic curve showed that the EBS-SF scores had a good ability in predicting obesity among male adolescents ( AUC= 0.73, P <0.01).
Conclusions
Family type, big five personality, family health,depression are the related factors of eating behaviors among adolescents. EBS-SF scores are predictive of obesity in adolescents, which would provide a new perspective for promoting healthy eating habits among adolescents.
8.Controllability Analysis of Structural Brain Networks in Young Smokers
Jing-Jing DING ; Fang DONG ; Hong-De WANG ; Kai YUAN ; Yong-Xin CHENG ; Juan WANG ; Yu-Xin MA ; Ting XUE ; Da-Hua YU
Progress in Biochemistry and Biophysics 2025;52(1):182-193
ObjectiveThe controllability changes of structural brain network were explored based on the control and brain network theory in young smokers, this may reveal that the controllability indicators can serve as a powerful factor to predict the sleep status in young smokers. MethodsFifty young smokers and 51 healthy controls from Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology were enrolled. Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) was used to construct structural brain network based on fractional anisotropy (FA) weight matrix. According to the control and brain network theory, the average controllability and the modal controllability were calculated. Two-sample t-test was used to compare the differences between the groups and Pearson correlation analysis to examine the correlation between significant average controllability and modal controllability with Fagerström Test of Nicotine Dependence (FTND) in young smokers. The nodes with the controllability score in the top 10% were selected as the super-controllers. Finally, we used BP neural network to predict the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) in young smokers. ResultsThe average controllability of dorsolateral superior frontal gyrus, supplementary motor area, lenticular nucleus putamen, and lenticular nucleus pallidum, and the modal controllability of orbital inferior frontal gyrus, supplementary motor area, gyrus rectus, and posterior cingulate gyrus in the young smokers’ group, were all significantly different from those of the healthy controls group (P<0.05). The average controllability of the right supplementary motor area (SMA.R) in the young smokers group was positively correlated with FTND (r=0.393 0, P=0.004 8), while modal controllability was negatively correlated with FTND (r=-0.330 1, P=0.019 2). ConclusionThe controllability of structural brain network in young smokers is abnormal. which may serve as an indicator to predict sleep condition. It may provide the imaging evidence for evaluating the cognitive function impairment in young smokers.
9.Simultaneous TAVI and McKeown for esophageal cancer with severe aortic regurgitation: A case report
Liang CHENG ; Lulu LIU ; Xin XIAO ; Lin LIN ; Mei YANG ; Jingxiu FAN ; Hai YU ; Longqi CHEN ; Yingqiang GUO ; Yong YUAN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2025;32(02):277-280
A 71-year-old male presented with esophageal cancer and severe aortic valve regurgitation. Treatment strategies for such patients are controversial. Considering the risks of cardiopulmonary bypass and potential esophageal cancer metastasis, we successfully performed transcatheter aortic valve implantation and minimally invasive three-incision thoracolaparoscopy combined with radical resection of esophageal cancer (McKeown) simultaneously in the elderly patient who did not require neoadjuvant treatment. This dual minimally invasive procedure took 6 hours and the patient recovered smoothly without any surgical complications.
10.MR vessel wall imaging for predicting instability status of intracranial aneurysm
Xinmei MA ; Qichang FU ; Shanshan XIE ; Yong ZHANG ; Jingliang CHENG ; Sheng GUAN
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2025;41(1):15-19
Objective To observe the value of MR vessel wall imaging(VMI)for predicting instability status of intracranial aneurysm(IA).Methods MR angiography(MRA)and vascular wall imaging(VWI)data of 506 patients with single IA were retrospectively analyzed.Asymptomatic IA was included in stable status group(n=349),while those with enlargement during follow-up or threatened rupture symptoms were taken as instable status group(n=157).The patients were divided into training set(n=354)and validation set(n=152)at a ratio of 7:3.The least absolute shrinkage and selection operator(LASSO)and multivariate logistic regression were performed to screen risk factors associated with IA instability based on clinical data,MRA and VWI manifestations.Then model 1 was constructed based the above indexes,while model 2 was established based only on MRA manifestations of IA.The receiver operating characteristic curve was plotted,and the area under the curve(AUC)was calculated to evaluate the efficacy of each model for predicting IA instability.Results LASSO and multivariate logistic regression showed that female patient,age<50 years with history of cerebral infarction and IA wall enhancement on MRA were all independent predictors of IA instability status.The AUC of model 1 for predicting instability status of IA was 0.733 and 0.742 in training set and validation set,respectively,both higher than that of model 2(0.593 and 0.609,both P<0.05).Conclusion MR VWI was helpful for predicting IA instability status.


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