1.Role of endoplasmic reticulum stress-mediated DEAD-box helicase 3 X-linked in a mouse model of concanavalin A-induced immune-mediated liver injury
Zhenzhen PAN ; Ling XU ; Xianru ZHU ; Zihao FAN ; Yaling CAO ; Yinkang MO ; Sai YAN ; Feng REN
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(1):134-142
ObjectiveTo investigate the role of DEAD-box helicase 3 X-linked (DDX3X) in immune-mediated liver injury (ILI), and to clarify its mechanism by regulating endoplasmic reticulum stress (ERS)-dependent apoptotic pathway and its association with the clinical progression of hepatitis B. MethodsMice were given injection of concanavalin A (ConA) via the caudal vein to establish a model of ILI, PBS (control group) and different concentrations of ConA were injected into the tail vein of hepatocyte-specific DDX3X-knockout mice (DDX3XΔHep and DDX3X-flox mice (DDX3Xfl/fl), respectively.. The log-rank survival analysis, measurement of the serum levels of aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and HE staining of liver tissue were performed to assess liver injury, and qRT-PCR and Western Blot were used to measure the mRNA and protein expression levels of glucose-regulated protein 78 (GRP78), CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein homologous protein (CHOP), and DDX3X in liver tissue. Intraperitoneal injection of 4-phenylbutyric acid (4-PBA, 100 mg/kg) was performed to inhibit ERS. Serum samples (n=30) and liver tissue samples (n=6) were collected from healthy controls, chronic hepatitis B (CHB) patients, and hepatitis B virus-associated liver failure (HBV-LF) patients; ELISA was used to measure the serum level of DDX3X, and qRT-PCR/Western Blot was used to analyze the expression of targets in liver tissue. A one-way analysis of variance was used for comparison of continuous data between multiple groups, and the least significant difference t-test was used for further comparison between two groups. ResultsCompared with the control group of mice, the expression of DDX3X in the liver of mice induced by ConA was significantly increased after liver injury (P<0.05), and hepatocyte-specific DDX3X knockout increased the 72-hour survival rate of mice by 55% (compared with 20% in the DDX3Xfl/fl group), with significant reductions in the serum levels of ALT and AST (P<0.000 1) and the expression levels of the ERS markers GRP78 and CHOP (P<0.05). After ERS was inhibited by 4-PBA, there was alleviation of liver injury (with reductions in ALT and AST, P <0.001) and a reduction in DDX3X expression (P<0.01). The analysis of clinical samples showed that the mRNA and protein expression levels of liver DDX3X in CHB patients and HBV-LF patients were significantly higher than those in healthy controls (all P<0.01), and there was a significant increase in the serum level of DDX3X in HBV-LF patients (P<0.000 1). ConclusionDDX3X exacerbates ILI by regulating the ERS-dependent apoptotic pathway (GRP78/CHOP), and its expression is associated with the progression of hepatitis B. Therefore, it can be used as a potential therapeutic target.
2.Establishment of a method for acquisition, perfusion, preservation and transportation of the genetically modified donor pig kidneys
Feiyan ZHU ; Yaobo ZHAO ; Hongfang ZHAO ; Taiyun WEI ; Wenjie CHENG ; Kai LIU ; Yuexiao BAO ; Yaling LOU ; Hongjiang WEI ; Kaixiang XU
Organ Transplantation 2025;16(2):272-279
Objective To establish a method for acquisition, perfusion, preservation and transportation of the genetically modified pig kidneys. Methods An eight genetically modified pig was utilized as experimental subject. Prior to kidneys procurement, the health status of the pig was assessed through hematology examination, and the vascular structure of the kidneys was examined using imaging techniques. Following kidneys acquisition, the pig kidneys were perfused and subsequently packaged into the cryogenic storage container labeled "For Organ Transportation Only" for interprovincial transport after communicating the transportation process with transportation department. To evaluate pathological damage to the pig kidneys, a serious of methods were employed such as hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining, real-time fluorescent quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR), terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated dUTP nick-end labeling (TUNEL) fluorescence staining and enzyme-linked immune absorbent assay (ELISA). Results The preoperative examination of the eight genetically modified pig showed that the serum creatinine was 73.2 μmol/L, blood urea nitrogen was 2.8 mmol/L and hemoglobin was 116 g/L, all within the normal range, indicating normal renal function. CT angiography revealed no lesions in the pig kidneys, and no dilation, stenosis or premature branching of the blood vessels. The total time of obtaining the left and right kidneys from the eight genetically modified pig was (125 ± 10) min, with a blood loss of (20 ± 2) mL. The warm ischemia times were 3 min and 7 min, respectively. The perfusion and trimming times of the left and right kidneys were 36 min and 41 min, respectively. After perfusion, both kidneys were white and moist. The cold preservation and transportation time was 8 h. HE staining showed that some glomeruli were shrunk, and the lumens of the surrounding renal tubules were slightly depressed and swollen with partial inner membrane shedding and microvacuoles formed when the kidneys were preserved for 8 h. The level of cysteinyl aspartate-specific proteinase-3 messenger RNA in the kidneys tissue gradually increased with the extension of cold preservation time after 2 h (P<0.05). TUNEL fluorescence staining showed that only a small number of cells underwent apoptosis after 8 h of cold preservation, which was not significantly different from that at 0 h (P>0.05). ELISA results showed that the contents of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) and creatinine in the preservation solution remained relatively stable, but the content of kidney injury molecule 1 (KIM-1) gradually increased with the extension of preservation time, suggesting that the pig kidneys had mild injury. Conclusions By establishing methods for acquisition, perfusion, preservation and transportation of the kidneys from genetically modified donor pig, it is possible to effectively and reliably use genetically modified pig kidneys for xenotransplantation.
3.Establishment of a method for detecting the potency of recombinant human coagulation factor Ⅶa for injection
Rong WU ; Liping WANG ; Jinye LANG ; Yue ZHU ; Jing ZHOU ; Xun LIU ; Jing NI ; Shunbo ZHOU ; Yaling DING
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(3):415-420
[Objective] To establish a method for detecting the potency of recombinant human coagulation factor Ⅶa for injection. [Methods] By adding the sample and factor Ⅶ deficient plasma to the sample cup and activating the reaction with prothrombin time assay reagent (PT reagent), the coagulation time of the sample was determined by the change in magnetic bead swing amplitude in the sample cup. The logarithm of coagulation time was inversely proportional to the logarithm of human factor Ⅶa potency. [Results] Under the experimental conditions, the specificity of the methodology was evaluated through spiked recovery, and the recovery rates ranged from 90.0% to 110.0%. Within the range from 0.125 to 1.000 IU/mL, there was a good linear response between the potency and coagulation time of the standard and sample, with correlation coefficients r>0.99. As for the accuracy and repeatability, the recovery rates of various concentrations detected in the stock solution were 101.0%, 100.0% and 112.0%, respectively, with RSD values of 2.6%, 4.0% and 0.0%, respectively. The recovery rates of various concentrations in finished product testing were 104.0%, 94.7% and 112.0%, respectively, with RSD values of 1.9%, 2.4% and 0.0%, respectively. As for the intermediate precision, the RSD were 4.5% and 3.7%, respectively. After treated with sample diluent, the sample was tested at room temperature for 6 hours and still exhibited relatively stable biological activity. [Conclusion] This detection method is accurate, stable, easy to operate and highly automated, and is suitable for detecting the potency of recombinant human coagulation factor Ⅶa for Injection.
4.Annual review of basic research on lung transplantation of China in 2024
Jier MA ; Junmin ZHU ; Lan ZHANG ; Xiaohan JIN ; Xiangyun ZHENG ; Senlin HOU ; Zengwei YU ; Yaling LIU ; Haoji YAN ; Dong TIAN
Organ Transplantation 2025;16(3):386-393
Lung transplantation is the optimal treatment for end-stage lung diseases and can significantly improve prognosis of the patients. However, postoperative complications such as infection, rejection, ischemia-reperfusion injury, and other challenges (like shortage of donor lungs) , limit the practical application of lung transplantation in clinical practice. Chinese research teams have been making continuous efforts and have achieved breakthroughs in basic research on lung transplantation by integrating emerging technologies and cutting-edge achievements from interdisciplinary fields, which has strongly propelled the development of this field. This article will comprehensively review the academic progress made by Chinese research teams in the field of lung transplantation in 2024, with a focus on the achievements of Chinese teams in basic research on lung transplantation. It aims to provide innovative ideas and strategies for key issues in the basic field of lung transplantation and to help China's lung transplantation cause reach a higher level.
5.Application and data analysis of the cardio-cerebrovascular events monitoring system in Yichang
Zhengchao FANG ; Jiajuan YANG ; Chi HU ; Chan WU ; Yaling DENG ; Zhiying YU ; Jie ZHU ; Ling ZHANG
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2025;36(6):95-98
Objective To analyze the monitoring data of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases prevention and control system in Yichang in 2022, and to provide data support and experience for the precise prevention and treatment of cardio-cerebrovascular diseases. Methods Acute cardiovascular and cerebrovascular event data were collected from the Yichang Cardio-cerebrovascular Events Monitoring System from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Descriptive analysis was conducted for the data collected. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 20.0 software, and a chi-square test was used to analyze the count data. Results A total of 37,217 cases of cardio-cerebrovascular events were monitored in Yichang in 2022. The crude incidence and the standardized incidence were 983.84/100,000 and 541.55/100,000, respectively. The incidence in males was higher than females (554.93/100,000 vs 428.91/100,000,χ2 =464.52,P<0.05). The top three diseases were cerebral infarction, acute myocardial infarction, and cerebral hemorrhage. The incidence of events increased with age, and 79.80% of the cases were over 60 years old. The main onset time was from May to August. Conclusion The use of the cardio-cerebrovascular events monitoring system in Yichang and the implementation of “mandatory reporting card” monitoring can timely obtain the epidemic characteristics of the diseases, provide support for the precise formulation of prevention and control strategies and measures, reduce underreporting rates, and improve the monitoring system, which is worthy of reference and promotion.
6.Severe COVID-19 and inactivated vaccine in diabetic patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Yaling YANG ; Feng WEI ; Duoduo QU ; Xinyue XU ; Chenwei WU ; Lihua ZHOU ; Jia LIU ; Qin ZHU ; Chunhong WANG ; Weili YAN ; Xiaolong ZHAO
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(10):1257-1259
7.Analysis of the incidence and influencing factors of collateral circulation in high-risk patients with sleep apnea complicated with stroke treated by continuous positive pressure ventilation.
Linna ZHU ; Yanli ZHOU ; Yang ZHANG ; Yaling LIU
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;39(4):368-375
Objective:To investigate the incidence of collateral circulation in high-risk patients with sleep apnea and stroke treated by continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) ventilation and to analyze the influencing factors. Methods:A total of 152 patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) combined with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) who were admitted to our hospital from January 2020 to June 2022 were selected for this study. Based on the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), the patients were divided into three groups: mild (n=44), moderate (n=72), and severe (n=36). After treatment, the patients were further classified into a group without collateral circulation (n=30) and a group with collateral circulation (n=26), which included those with moderate collateral circulation (n=69) and good collateral circulation (n=27). Clinical data across the different groups were compared, and multiple factor analysis was performed to identify factors affecting the occurrence of collateral circulation. Results:The AHI and IL-6 levels in the severe group were significantly higher than those in the mild and moderate groups, while the levels of NO and PO2 were significantly lower in the severe group compared to the mild and moderate groups, with statistically significant differences among the three groups (P<0.05). After treatment, all groups showed improvement, and the proportion of patients with collateral circulation was 84.09% in the mild group, 81.94% in the moderate group, and 72.22% in the severe group. Significant differences in age, AHI, NIHSS, NO, MoCA, and MMSE scores were observed between the groups with and without collateral circulation (P<0.05). In the group with collateral circulation, the scores for age, AHI, and NIHSS in the good collateral circulation subgroup were significantly lower than those in the poor collateral circulation and moderate collateral circulation subgroups, while the scores for NO, MoCA, and MMSE were significantly higher in the good collateral circulation subgroup. Multi-factor analysis revealed that age, AHI, and NIHSS were independent risk factors for collateral circulation, whereas NO, MoCA, and MMSE served as protective factors that were negatively correlated with collateral circulation. Classification tree model results indicated that AHI had the greatest influence on the occurrence of collateral circulation among the five influencing factors, demonstrating good predictive capability. Conclusion:Most high-risk patients with sleep apnea and stroke are likely to develop collateral circulation following continuous positive airway pressure ventilation. Factors such as age, AHI, NIHSS, NO, MoCA, and MMSE are important determinants affecting the occurrence of collateral circulation.
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8.Application of workshop in incontinence-associated dermatitis training course for geriatric nurse specialists
Hong JIANG ; Yueping ZHU ; Jianwei SHOU ; Yu CAO ; Yaling LI ; Fei WANG ; Fu DING
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2024;23(11):1561-1566
Objective:To evaluate the effect of workshop-based incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD) training course for geriatric nurse specialists, and to provide references and evidence for the application of workshop teaching model in specialized nursing training.Methods:The convenience sampling method was used to select 40 participants in the 9th Chongqing Geriatric Nurse Specialist Training Program in May 2021 as the intervention group, and IAD training was conducted using the workshop method. The 42 participants in the 8th Chongqing Geriatric Nurse Specialist Training Program in May 2020 were selected as the control group, who received IAD training through traditional teaching methods. After the training, the achievement of teaching objectives and teaching satisfaction were compared between the two groups using questionnaire survey, and IAD nursing knowledge and attitudes were compared using scales. SPSS 27.0 was used for the t-test and chi-square test. Results:The questionnaire survey showed that the intervention group achieved higher teaching objectives in all dimensions compared to the control group ( P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the intervention group had higher scores in teaching satisfaction regarding teaching format, interest in learning, practical skills, theoretical understanding, integration of theory and practice, and problem-solving abilities ( P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the intervention group demonstrated significantly higher scores in IAD nursing knowledge [(11.32±1.56) vs. (9.02±2.26), P<0.05] and attitudes [(37.63±3.54) vs. (32.81±2.97), P<0.05]. Conclusions:The workshop training has been highly recognized by the trainees, contributing to improved implementation effectiveness of teaching, enhancing the scores of IAD nursing knowledge and attitudes. This approach offers a new perspective for training with a practical focus in the specialized nursing field.
9.The postoperative care of patients undergoing radiofrequency catheter ablation in conjunction with minimally invasive left ventricular assist device implantation
Yaling HU ; Jianping SONG ; Ziwei WANG ; Yiping ZHU ; Jinying HUANG
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(19):2404-2407
In this study,we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the postoperative nursing care for patients undergoing radiofrequency catheter ablation in conjunction with minimally invasive left ventricular assist device implantation.The main nursing considerations include the following aspects.Regular assessment of the pulsation of bilateral lower limb arteries was conducted in order to maintain vigilance against the occurrence of deep vein thrombosis;the goal-oriented fluid management strategies were executed;it was crucial to focus on gastrointestinal responses and take steps to prevent gastrointestinal bleeding;the monitoring of chest indicators and respiratory function was enhanced to facilitate early detection of pneumothorax;the optimization of pain management was maximized.Following meticulous care and medical attention,the patient was transferred to the general ward on the 8th day post-surgery.On the 21st day after the procedure,the patient achieved full recovery and was subsequently discharged.
10.Potential profiling of self-management behavior in lung cancer patients
Mei XU ; Wenwen LIN ; Li NING ; Li WANG ; Amao TANG ; Yun XIA ; Yanli ZHU ; Yaling TAN
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(20):2487-2495
Objective To explore the potential category characteristics of self-management behavior in patients with lung cancer based on potential profile analysis,and to analyze the characteristic differences and influencing factors of self-management behavior in patients with different categories of lung cancer.Methods A total of 260 patients with lung cancer who had completed the main treatment program and were about to enter the follow-up period in a tertiary A general hospital in Zhejiang Province from July 2022 to May 2023 were selected by convenience sampling method as the investigation subjects.General Information Questionnaire,Lung Cancer Survivor Self-management Behavior Assessment Scale,Strategies Used by People to Promote Health,Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and Social Support Rating Scale were used for investigation.Potential profile analysis was used to explore the potential categories of self-management behavior in lung cancer patients and analyze its influencing factors.Results 252 patients were finally included.The results of potential profile analysis showed that lung cancer patients'self-management behavior could be divided into 3 potential categories,namely low self-management behavior-low emotion management group(11.90%),medium self-management behavior-low resource management group(45.24%),and high self-management behavior-low hope management group(42.86%).Logistic regression analysis showed that education level,previous surgery,tumor stage,anxiety level,depression level,self-efficacy level and social support level were the influencing factors of lung cancer patients'self-management behavior(P<0.05).Conclusion The self-management behavior of lung cancer patients is at a moderate level,and there are obvious classification characteristics.It is suggested that medical staff should carry out personalized intervention measures according to the characteristics of self-management behavior of patients of various categories,so as to improve the level of self-management behavior of lung cancer survivors.


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