1.Synergetic Protection for Zika Virus
Jincheng YANG ; Jiaqing YAN ; Bei JIA
China Pharmacist 2017;20(5):890-892
The paper analyzed the structural characteristics, biological characteristics, infection symptoms, detection methods and corresponding protective measures of Zika virus, as well as analyzed coping strategies for high-risk groups (pregnant women and infants).Zika virus is nonsegmented, single-stranded,and positive-sense RNA genome with fast spreading.Fever and arthralgia are its common symptoms.Currently, it can be tested in serum, urine and saliva samples.The virus protection can be classified into overall control from government, total prevention from society and individual protection according to the guidelines.It is severe to prevent and control epidemic situation of Zika virus, and it needs to improve the whole nation's prevention and treatment ability, and it can improve other social problems through Zika virus prevention.
2.Testing and its clinical significance of plasma neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin in patients with acute pancreatitis
Jun XU ; Su YAN ; Jiaqing SHEN ; Tingting XIA ; Weichang CHEN
Chinese Journal of Digestion 2014;34(3):175-177
Objective To quantify the concentration of peripheral blood plasma neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) in patients with acute pancreatitis (AP) and to explore its value in assessment of the severity of AP.Methods From June 2011 to March 2012,83 patients with AP were selected,among those 43 cases were mild acute pancreatitis (MAP) and 40 were severe acute pancreatitis (SAP).The control group included 30 healthy individuals.The peripheral blood of patients with AP and healthy controls was collected,and plasma was isolated after centrifuged.The concentration of NGAL in plasma was detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).The t-test was performed for comparison between groups.The correlation between the concentration of NGAL in plasma and clinical parameters of AP was analyzed by Spearman rank order correlation analysis.The diagnosis value of the concentration of NGAL in SAP was evaluated by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and area under the curve (AUC).Results The concentration of plasma NGAL in AP group ((10.30± 5.97)nmol/L) was higher than that in healthy control group ((1.94±1.35) nmol/L) and the difference was statistically significant (t=11.924,P<0.01).The concentration of plasma NGAL in SAP group ((14.61 ±5.28) nmol/L) was higher than that in MAP group ((6.27±-3.09) nmol/L) and healthy control group,the differences was statistically significant (t=8.677 and 14.539,both P<0.01).The concentration of plasma NGAL of AP patients was positively correlated with acute physiology and chronic health evaluation-Ⅱ score,Ranson score,bedside index for severity in acute pancreatitis score,computed tomography (CT) severity index,C-reactive protein,white blood cells and the days of hospitalization (r=0.651,0.556,0.514,0.620,0.320,0.458 and 0.346,all P<0.05).The area under the ROC curve of plasma NGAL concentration in diagnosis of SAP was 0.926 (95%CI:0,870-0.983).The cutoff value of plasma NGAL level in diagnosis of SAP was 8.44 nmol/L.The sensitivity and specificity was 87.5 % and 88.9%,respectively.Conclusions Plasma NGAL level is correlated with the severity of patients with AP.NGAL may be one of the markers for the early diagnosis of SAP.
3.The effect of basic fibroblast growth factor on the gene expression of syndecan-4 by human periodontal ligament cell in culture.
Jiaqing YAN ; Chongtao LIN ; Yuqin SHEN ; Yan LIU ; Xiaomin ZHANG
West China Journal of Stomatology 2011;29(6):588-591
OBJECTIVETo study the effect of basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) on the gene expression of syndecan-4 by human periodontal ligament cell (PDLC) in culture, and discuss the effect of bFGF on human PDLC proliferation and migration.
METHODS68 adolescent (12-18 years old) health premolar were collected, which were extracted for orthodontic reason. Human PDLC were cultured and stimulated by exogenous bFGF. After cultured 24, 48, 72h, gene expression of syndecan-4 was detected by SYBR green quantitative real time polymerase chain reaction.
RESULTSThe mRNA expression of syndecan-4 in 24 h group increased markedly than that in control group (P < 0.01), expecially in 1.0 ng x mL(-1) group. 1.0 ng x mL(-1) group in 48 h higher than that control group (P < 0.05). 1.0 ng x mL(-1) group in 72h compared with control group was lower (P < 0.05).
CONCLUSIONThe mRNA expression of syndecan-4 was increased by bFGF at the beginning, but the expression was decreased with the time. The expression of such changes may be one of the important factors which participate in the migration process of PDLC.
Cells, Cultured ; Fibroblast Growth Factor 2 ; Humans ; Periodontal Ligament ; RNA, Messenger ; Syndecan-4
4.Inhibitory effect of mesalazine on pro-inflammatory factors and peroxides in RAW264.7 cells and its therapeutic effect on periodontitis model rats
Haoyu WANG ; Yuqi WANG ; Bingqian WANG ; Jinhan NIE ; Jiaqing YAN ; Min HU
Journal of Jilin University(Medicine Edition) 2024;50(5):1250-1258
Objective:To discuss the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effect of mesalazine(MSZ)in the RAW264.7 cell model,and to elucidate its therapeutic effect on periodontitis in the rats.Methods:The proliferation rates of RAW264.7 cells stimulated by different concentrations(0,62.5,125.0,250.0,500.0,1 000.0,and 2 000.0 mg·L-1)of MSZ were detected by CCK-8 method to determine the optimal concentration of MSZ for cell treatment.Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharide(P.g-LPS)and MSZ were used to treat the RAW264.7 cells,and the cells were divided into control group,P.g-LPS group,and MSZ+P.g-LPS group.The levels of reactive oxygen species(ROS)in the cells in various groups were detected by the DCFH-DA fluorescent probe assay;the malondialdehyde(MDA)levels,glutathione(GSH)levels and superoxide dismutase(SOD)activities in the cells in various groups were detected by ELISA method;the expression levels of inflammatory factors interleukin-8(IL-8)and interleukin-1β(IL-1β)mRNA in the cells in various groups were detected by real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR(RT-qPCR)method.The periodontitis rat model was established by the ligation method combined with the injection of P.g bacterial fluid.A total of 18 rats were randomly divided into control group(without treatment),model group(making period ontits model),and drug administration group(making periodontits model and given MSZ),and there were 6 rats in each group.Micro-CT was used to assess the alveolar bone destruction of the rats in various groups;HE staining was used to observe the morphology of periodontal tissue of the rats in various groups.Results:Compared with control group,the proliferation rate of the cells in 500.0 mg·L-1 MSZ group was significantly increased(P<0.01),so 500.0 mg·L-1 MSZ was subsequently selected to treat the cells.Compared with control group,the levels of ROS and MDA in the cells in P.g-LPS group were significantly increased(P<0.01),and the level of GSH and activity of SOD were significantly decreased(P<0.01),and the expression levels of IL-1β and IL-8 mRNA were significantly increased(P<0.01);compared with P.g-LPS group,the levels of ROS and MDA in the cells in MSZ+P.g-LPS group were significantly decreased(P<0.01),the level of GSH and activity of SOD were significantly increased(P<0.01),and the expression levels of IL-1β and IL-8 mRNA were significantly decreased(P<0.01).The micro-CT assay results showed that compared with control group,the distance from the cemento-enamel junction to alveolar bone crest(CEJ-ABC)of the rats in model group was significantly increased(P<0.01),and the bone volume fraction(BV/TV)was significantly decreaced(P<0.05);compared with model group;the CEJ-ABC of the rats in drug administration group was decreased(P<0.01),and the BV/TV was increased(P<0.05).The HE staining results showed that the inflammatory cell infiltration in periodontal tissue of the rats in drug administration group was reduced,and epithelial attachment was restored.Conclusion:MSZ effectively inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory factors and peroxides in the P.g-LPS-induced RAW264.7 cells,improves the cellular anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capacity,inhibits the alveolar bone resorption,and alleviates the inflammation of periodontal tissues in the periodontitis rats.
5.Epidemiology of urticaria in China: a population-based study
Jiaqing LI ; Dandan MAO ; Shuoshuo LIU ; Ping LIU ; Jing TIAN ; Chenhong XUE ; Xiaojing LIU ; Ruiqun QI ; Bingxue BAI ; Jianjun NIE ; Siqi YE ; Yu WANG ; Yuye LI ; Qing SUN ; Juan TAO ; Shuping GUO ; Hong FANG ; Jianqin WANG ; Qiri MU ; Quanzhong LIU ; Yan DING ; Jianzhong ZHANG
Chinese Medical Journal 2022;135(11):1369-1375
Background::Urticaria is a common skin disease characterized by episodes of wheals, and it has a negative effect on patients’ quality of life. Large-scale population-based epidemiological studies of urticaria are scarce in China. The aim of this survey was to determine the prevalence, clinical forms, and risk factors of urticaria in the Chinese population.Methods::This survey was conducted in 35 cities from 31 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities of China. Two to three communities in each city were selected in this investigation. Participants completed questionnaires and received dermatological examinations. We analyzed the prevalence, clinical forms, and risk factors of urticaria.Results::In total, 44,875 questionnaires were distributed and 41,041 valid questionnaires were collected (17,563 male and 23,478 female participants). The lifetime prevalence of urticaria was 7.30%, with 8.26% in female and 6.34% in male individuals ( P < 0.05). The point prevalence of urticaria was 0.75%, with 0.79% in female and 0.71% in male individuals ( P < 0.05). Concomitant angioedema was found in 6.16% of patients. Adults had a higher prevalence of urticaria than adolescents and children. Living in urban areas, exposure to pollutants, an anxious or depressed psychological status, a personal and family history of allergy, thyroid diseases, and Helicobacter pylori infection were associated with a higher prevalence of urticaria. Smoking was correlated with a reduced risk of urticaria. Conclusion::This study demonstrated that the lifetime prevalence of urticaria was 7.30% and the point prevalence was 0.75% in the Chinese population; women had a higher prevalence of urticaria than men. Various factors were correlated with urticaria.
6.Interpretation of and lessons from the guidelines on infection prevention and control of old-age institutions in the context of COVID-19 pandemic
Wenting CAO ; Jiaqing YAN ; Shufen ZHU ; Jialing WU ; Jiayu GONG ; Xiuyi LIN ; Yixin WU ; Aiyong ZHU
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2023;35(4):403-407
This paper interprets the content and recommendations of the guidelines on infection prevention and control in long-term care facilities put forward by the World Health Organization (WHO) during the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, and actively explores the key points of nursing and infection prevention and control measures for the long-term care facilities under the background of repeated outbreaks, with the aim of providing care measures and infection prevention and control measures that suit our national conditions to improve the living standards of the elderly and protect them from viral infection amid the recurring pandemic.
7.Ameliorating effects of tetrahydrocurcumin and its nano-preparations on lipopolysaccharide-induced depression in mice
Hui Tan ; Yuanping Li ; Jingyuan Meng ; Tengteng Ma ; Yan Yang ; Zhengmao Yang ; Jiaqing Ma ; Jianping Xie ; Ying Guo
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2025;60(1):79-86
Objective :
To investigate the antidepressant effects and the underlying mechanisms of tetrahydrocurcumin(THC) and its nanoparticle formulation(THCN).
Methods :
Forty-six male ICR mice were randomly divided into Con group, LPS group, THC group, THCN group and SER group. A mouse depression model was established by intraperitoneal administration of LPS. The anxiety and depression-like behaviors of mice were evaluated by open field test(OFT) and forced swimming test(FST). Myelin staining was applied to assess the extent of demyelination in the prefrontal cortex of the mice. The prefrontal cortex and hippocampus were further examined for the expression levels of glial fibrillary acidic protein(GFAP) and Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4) through quantitative immunofluorescence assays.
Results :
Compared with the Con group, the LPS group showed increased anxiety-like and depressive-like behaviors in both the long-term and short-term experiments(P<0.05); the degree of demyelination increased in the LPS group of the long-term experiment(P<0.01); the expression of GFAP was reduced in the LPS group of the short-term experiment(P<0.01), while the expression of TLR4 increased(P<0.05); the expression of TLR4 decreased in the THC group(P<0.01); the expression of GFAP in the prefrontal cortex of the THCN group was reduced(P<0.01), while the expression of TLR4 increased(P<0.05). Compared with the LPS group, the THC group showed reduced depressive-like behaviors in the long-term experiment(P<0.05), while the anxiety-like and depressive-like behaviors of the THCN group and the SER group were reduced(P<0.05), and the anxiety-like and depressive-like behaviors of the THC group and the THCN group were reduced in the short-term experiment(P<0.05); the degree of demyelination was reduced in the THC group, THCN group and SER group in the long-term experiment(P<0.05); the expression of GFAP increased in the THC group of the short-term experiment(P<0.05), while the expression of TLR4 was reduced(P<0.05), and the expression of GFAP increased in the THCN group(P<0.05). Compared with the THC group, the THCN group and the SER group showed reduced anxiety-like behaviors in the long-term experiment(P<0.05); the expression of GFAP in the prefrontal cortex of the THCN group was reduced in the short-term experiment(P<0.05), while the expression of TLR4 in the hippocampal DG area increased in the short-term experiment(P<0.01).
Conclusion
Tetrahydrocurcumin and its nanoparticle formulation both exert significant ameliorative effects on depression-like behaviors and demyelination in mice induced by lipopolysaccharide. The antidepressant mechanism of THC appears to be mediated through the down-regulation of TLR4 and the up-regulation of GFAP. The mechanism underlying the antidepressant action of THCN seems predominantly focused on the enhancement of GFAP expression.