1.Characteristics of T cells in the liver tissues of mice with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
Ting MAO ; Mingyi XU ; Jiayi WANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(3):461-468
ObjectiveTo investigate the heterogeneity and transcriptomic characteristics of T-cell subsets in the liver of mice with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) at the single-cell level using single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), and to provide a reference for studying the mechanism of action of T cells in NASH. MethodsSix male C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into control group fed with regular diet and NASH group fed with methionine-choline-deficient (MCD) diet, with three mice in each group, and liver tissue was collected for scRNA-seq after 6 weeks of modeling. Specific differentially expressed genes were analyzed between T-cell subsets, and related analyses were performed, including dimension clustering, cell type annotation, t-distributed stochastic neighbor embedding (t-SNE), violin plot, gene ontology (GO) functional enrichment analysis, and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analysis. Immunofluorescent staining was used to observe the expression of the T cell marker Tcrα and the specific marker genes Tcf7 and Cxcr6 in the liver of mice in the two groups. The independent-samples t test was used for comparison of continuous data between two groups. ResultsTwo T cell subsets were identified in the liver of mice, and the percentage of cluster 6 decreased from 58.5% in the control group to 48.7% in the NASH group. The top four specific genes were Nsg2, Cd8b1, Cd8a, and Tcf7. Tcf7, a characteristic marker gene for cluster 6, was expressed in 65% of cells in cluster 6, and therefore, cluster 6 was defined as Tcf7+ T cells. The GO and KEGG enrichment analyses showed that the differentially expressed genes of cluster 6 were involved in T cell activation, leukocyte adhesion, binding ubiquitin-like protein ligase, and the signaling pathways for Th17, Th1, and Th2 cell differentiation. The percentage of cluster 7 increased from 41.5% in the control group to 51.3% in the NASH group. The top four specific genes of cluster 7 were Cd40lg, Tcrg-C1, Il2rα, and Cxcr6. Cxcr6 was expressed in 90% of cells in cluster 7, and therefore, cluster 7 was defined as Cxcr6+ T cells. The GO and KEGG enrichment analyses showed that cluster 7 was involved in T cell activation, cytokine production, the T cell receptor signaling pathway, and the Th17 cell differentiation and MAPK signaling pathway. Immunofluorescence assay showed that compared with the control group, the NASH group showed a significant reduction in the area with positive co-expression of Tcf7 protein and Tcrα protein (1.80%±0.67% vs 0.33%±0.13%, P<0.05) and a significant increase in the area with positive co-expression of Cxcr6 protein and Tcrα protein (0.50%±0.09% vs 2.66%± 0.33%, P<0.001). ConclusionThere is a reduction in the percentage of Tcf7+ T cells and an increase in the percentage of Cxcr6+ T cells in NASH mice, revealing the characteristics and differences of T cells in the liver of NASH mice.
2.Introduction and enlightenment of the Recommendations and Expert Consensus for Plasm a and Platelet Transfusion Practice in Critically ill Children: from the Transfusion and Anemia Expertise Initiative-Control/Avoidance of Bleeding (TAXI-CAB)
Lu LU ; Jiaohui ZENG ; Hao TANG ; Lan GU ; Junhua ZHANG ; Zhi LIN ; Dan WANG ; Mingyi ZHAO ; Minghua YANG ; Rong HUANG ; Rong GUI
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(4):585-594
To guide transfusion practice in critically ill children who often need plasma and platelet transfusions, the Transfusion and Anemia Expertise Initiative-Control/Avoidance of Bleeding (TAXI-CAB) developed Recommendations and Expert Consensus for Plasma and Platelet Transfusion Practice in Critically Ill Children. This guideline addresses 53 recommendations related to plasma and platelet transfusion in critically ill children with 8 kinds of diseases, laboratory testing, selection/treatment of plasma and platelet components, and research priorities. This paper introduces the specific methods and results of the recommendation formation of the guideline.
3.Rifampicin resistance in tuberculosis patients in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, 2018-2023
WANG Rui ; GUO Mingyi ; Aihaiti Yipaer
China Tropical Medicine 2025;25(1):69-
Objective To understand the epidemiological characteristics, resistance screening status, and resistance profiles among newly diagnosed and relapsed pathogenic positive pulmonary tuberculosis patients with rifampicin resistance in Xinjiang, providing a reference for the prevention and control of rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis (RR-TB). Methods Data on tuberculosis patient case records in Xinjiang from 2018 to 2023 were collected from the "Tuberculosis Information Management System", a subsystem of "China Information System for Disease Control and Prevention". The epidemiological characteristics of newly diagnosed and relapsed pathogenic positive patients, different demographic distributions, comorbidities such as diabetes, and rifampin-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis patients across different regions of Xinjiang were analyzed. Results From 2018 to 2023, a total of 196 873 cases of pulmonary tuberculosis patients were registered in Xinjiang, including 83 967 cases of pathogenic positive cases. Rifampin resistance screening was conducted for 71 821 cases, resulting in a screening rate of 85.53%. The rifampin resistance screening rates varied significantly across years, ranging from 37.30% to 99.55%, the difference was statistically significant (χ²=1 020.759, P<0.001). A total of 2 573 cases of rifampin resistance were identified, with an overall resistance rate of 3.58%. The screening rate of RR in different years ranged from 37.30% to 99.55%, (χ²=1 020.759, P<0.001). The rate of RR in new pathogenic positive patients (2.04%) was significantly lower than that in retreatment patients (9.83%), the difference was statistically significant (χ²=2 003.967, P<0.001). Male patients had a higher resistance rate (1 497 cases, 4.01%) compared to female patients (1 076 cases, 3.12%), with a male-to-female ratio of 1.39∶1. The highest proportion of resistance cases was observed in the age group of >30-45 years (465 cases, 4.81%). Patients working in the commercial service sector showed the highest resistance rate (21 cases, 4.30%). Across Xinjiang, rifampin resistance rates varied between 2.00% and 7.10%, with the highest rate observed in Bortala Prefecture. Conclusion The rifampin resistance rate in pulmonary tuberculosis cases in Xinjiang has shown an annual decline. Priority groups for resistance prevention and control include retreatment patients, males, young adults aged >30-45 years, and individuals working in the commercial service sector.
4.E3 ubiquitin ligase FBXW11-mediated downregulation of S100A11 promotes sensitivity to PARP inhibitor in ovarian cancer.
Ligang CHEN ; Mingyi WANG ; Yunge GAO ; Yanhong LV ; Lianghao ZHAI ; Jian DONG ; Yan CHEN ; Xia LI ; Xin GUO ; Biliang CHEN ; Yi RU ; Xiaohui LV
Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis 2025;15(7):101246-101246
Resistance to poly adenosine diphosphate (ADP)-ribose polymerase inhibitor (PARPi) presents a considerable obstacle in the treatment of ovarian cancer. F-box and tryptophan-aspartic (WD) repeat domain containing 11 (FBXW11) modulates the ubiquitination of growth-and invasion-related factors in lung cancer, colorectal cancer, and osteosarcoma. The function of FBXW11 in PARPi therapy is still ambiguous. In this study, RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) showed that FBXW11 expression was raised in ovarian cancer cells that had been treated with PARPi. FBXW11 was abnormally expressed at low levels in high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSOC) tissues, and low levels of FBXW11 were associated with shorter overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) in HGSOC patients. Overexpressing FBXW11 made ovarian cancer more sensitive to PARPi, while knocking down FBXW11 made it less sensitive. The four-dimensional (4D) label-free quantitative proteomic analysis revealed that FBXW11 targeted S100 calcium binding protein A11 (S100A11) and promoted its degradation through ubiquitination. The increased degradation of S100A11 led to less efficient DNA damage repair, which in turn contributed to increased PARPi-induced DNA damage. The role of FBXW11 in promoting PARPi sensitivity was also confirmed in xenograft mouse models. In summary, our study confirms that FBXW11 promotes the susceptibility of ovarian cancer cells to PARPi via affecting S100A11-mediated DNA damage repair.
5.Advancements and applications in radiopharmaceutical therapy.
Shiya WANG ; Mingyi CAO ; Yifei CHEN ; Jingjing LIN ; Jiahao LI ; Xinyu WU ; Zhiyue DAI ; Yuhan PAN ; Xiao LIU ; Xian LIU ; Liang-Ting LIN ; Jianbing WU ; Ji LIU ; Qifeng ZHONG ; Zhenwei YUAN
Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines (English Ed.) 2025;23(6):641-657
Radiopharmaceuticals operate by combining radionuclides with carriers. The radiation energy emitted by radionuclides is utilized to selectively irradiate diseased tissues while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. In comparison to external beam radiation therapy, radionuclide drugs demonstrate research potential due to their biological targeting capabilities and reduced normal tissue toxicity. This article reviews the applications and research progress of radiopharmaceuticals in cancer treatment. Several key radionuclides are examined, including 223Ra, 90Y, Lutetium-177 (177Lu), 212Pb, and Actinium-225 (225Ac). It also explores the current development trends of radiopharmaceuticals, encompassing the introduction of novel radionuclides, advancements in imaging technologies, integrated diagnosis and treatment approaches, and equipment-medication combinations. We review the progress in the development of new treatments, such as neutron capture therapy, proton therapy, and heavy ion therapy. Furthermore, we examine the challenges and breakthroughs associated with the clinical translation of radiopharmaceuticals and provide recommendations for the research and development of novel radionuclide drugs.
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6.Multi-criteria decision analysis of four first-line combination immunotherapy for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma
Rongrong ZHANG ; Yu FU ; Ruixia ZHAO ; Yuxuan FANG ; Jingwen WANG ; Mingyi SHAO
China Pharmacy 2024;35(15):1876-1881
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the comprehensive value of four first-line combination immunotherapy for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, and provide a reference for determining the optimal clinical treatment decision for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma. METHODS R4.2 software was used for network meta-analysis to obtain the effect values of the efficacy and safety indicators of four combination therapies [atezolizumab combined with bevacizumab (AB), sintilimab combined with bevacizumab biosimilars (SB), camrelizumab combined with apatinib (CA), durvalumab combined with tremelimumab (DT)]. Combined with the efficacy, safety and economic indicators, the categorical based evaluation technique (M-MACBETH) was used to establish the value tree. At the same time, the comprehensive value scores of four therapies were calculated, and sensitivity analysis was performed to evaluate the robustness. RESULTS In terms of prolonging median overall survival, the advantage order of the four therapies was ranked as SB, CA, AB and DT. In terms of extending median progression-free survival, the advantage order of the four therapies was CA, SB, AB and DT. In terms of safety, the order of advantages was DT, AB, SB and CA. In terms of economy, the order of advantages was CA, SB, AB and DT. The comprehensive scores of SB, CA, AB and DT were 67.11, 57.77, 52.53 and 42.59 points, respectively. The results of the sensitivity analysis showed that the ranking results of comprehensive value for four regimens were robust. CONCLUSIONS Among the four first-line immune combination therapies for unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, SB is the optimal treatment regimen, followed by CA, AB and DT.
7.Analysis of Intestinal Flora and Serum Metabolomics in Patients with Pre-diabetic Sputum Syndrome
Zhishan WANG ; Liangliang HUANG ; Wei ZHANG ; Mingyi CHEN ; Shaojian XIAO ; Shujiao CHEN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(18):146-156
Objectiveto investigate the differential expression of intestinal flora and serum metabolites and potential biomarkers in patients with pre-diabetic sputum syndrome. MethodA total of 34 patients with pre-diabetic sputum syndrome were included as the phlegm syndrome group,and 37 healthy people were selected as the normal group. Serum and fecal samples of the two groups were collected,and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) non-targeted metabolomics and 16S rRNA high-throughput sequencing technology were used to detect serum metabolites and different intestinal flora of the two groups and explore the relationship among pre-diabetic sputum syndrome,serum metabolites,and intestinal flora. ResultIn the distribution of disease syndrome elements in the phlegm syndrome group,the first five disease syndrome elements in terms of frequency and proportion were dampness (73.53%),Qi stagnation (58.82%),Yin deficiency (50.00%),blood stasis (41.18%),and heat (35.29%). According to the frequency and proportion of disease location syndrome elements,the first three main disease location syndrome elements were spleen (100.00%),liver (41.18%),and kidney (23.53%). The results of 16S rRNA high-throughput sequencing showed that there were 44 different intestinal flora between the two groups. In order genus,there were significant differences in Bifidobacterium,Veillonococcus,and Roseococcus between the two groups (P<0.05). The diversity,abundance,and evenness of intestinal flora in the phlegm syndrome group were lower than those in the normal group,with the difference not statistically significant. There was no significant difference in the community structure between two groups. The results of serum metabolomics showed that there were 13 differential metabolites in the two groups,which were mainly concentrated in amino acid metabolism,bile secretion,bile acid biosynthesis,and lipid metabolism (P<0.05). The correlation among differential metabolites,intestinal flora,and syndrome elements was analyzed,and the results showed that ① lysine was positively correlated with spleen,Yin deficiency,and blood stasis,while taurocholic acid was positively correlated with liver,kidney,blood stasis,and dampness,and there was a positive correlation between taurocholic acid and yin deficiency and heat. The taurochenodeoxycholic acid was positively correlated with liver and dampness,and there was a negative correlation between arachidonic acid and dampness,as well as a positive correlation between glucose and spleen and blood stasis. ② Clostridium was positively correlated with spleen,kidney,Yin deficiency,and Qi stagnation. Rosepiella was negatively correlated with spleen,and Sutterella was negatively correlated with dampness. Bacteroides was negatively correlated with the spleen and kidney,and Bifidobacterium was negatively correlated with the spleen and dampness. ③ Bifidobacterium was positively correlated with glycine,threonine,lysine,and deoxycholic acid significantly,negatively correlated with cholic acid significantly,and positively correlated with taurochenodeoxycholic acid and pyruvic acid. Clostridium was positively correlated with glycine significantly and positively correlated with threonine and lysine. Lachnospira was negatively correlated with glycine,threonine,and pyruvic acid. Lysine was also negatively correlated with Faecalibacterium and Eubacterium ventriosum and positively correlated with Megamonas. There was a positive correlation between taurocholic acid and glycine bile acid and Campylobacter,between taurochenodeoxycholic acid and Veillonococcus,and between glucose and Rosepiella and Eubacterium ventriosum. There was a negative correlation between pyruvic acid and Escheria-Shigella and between taurochenodeoxycholic acid and Prevotella. Conclusionthere are differences in intestinal flora and serum metabolites between patients with pre-diabetic sputum syndrome and healthy people. The intestinal flora and metabolites have been disturbed in the stage of pre-diabetes,Bifidobacterium,Clostridium,Lachnospira,glycine,threonine,and lysine may be the breakthrough to explore the development of pre-diabetic sputum syndrome.
8.Development of a national health standard:Guideline for pediatric transfusion
Rong HUANG ; Qingnan HE ; Mingyan HEI ; Minghua YANG ; Xiaofan ZHU ; Jun LU ; Xiaojun XU ; Tian-Ming YUAN ; Rong ZHANG ; Xu WANG ; Jinping LIU ; Jing WANG ; Zhili SHAO ; Mingyi ZHAO ; Jia GUO ; Xiny-In WU ; Jiarui CHEN ; Qirong CHEN ; Rong GUI ; Yongjian GUO
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2024;37(7):839-844
Children and adults differ significantly in physiology,biochemistry and immune function,which leads to sig-nificant differences in blood transfusion strategies between children and adults.To guide the clinical transfusion practice of pediatric patients and improve the prognosis of children,the National Health Commission organized the formulation and re-lease of the health industry standard Guideline for Pediatric Transfusion(WS/T 795-2022).This paper will briefly introduce some concepts that help understand of the Standard and the preparation process of the Standard,and explain and interpret the preparation of the"scope","general provisions"and"factors to consider"of the Standard,hoping to contribute to the understanding and implementation of the Standard.
9.Analysis of the complete genome characterization of 11 human astrovirus strains in Shandong Province
Meng CHEN ; Mingyi XU ; Yao LIU ; Xiaojuan LIN ; Jinke XU ; Suting WANG ; Aiqiang XU ; Zexin TAO
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(1):40-47
Objective:To study the complete genome characterization of Human Astrovirus (HAstV) in Shandong Province.Methods:Stool samples from acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) surveillance in Shandong Province from 2020 to 2022 were collected, and HAstV nucleic acid was examined by real-time quantitative PCR (qPCR). Next-generation sequencing (NGS) was conducted for the positive samples to obtain complete genome sequences and identify the genotype. Homology comparison and phylogenetic analysis were performed by using BioEdit and Mega software.Results:A total of 667 samples were examined by qPCR, of which 14 were HAstV-positive (2.1%), including HAstV-1 ( n=6), MLB1 ( n=6), MLB2 ( n=1), and VA2 ( n=1). The complete genome sequences were obtained from 11 samples. The six HAstV-1 sequences of this study had 98.2% to 99.9% nt similarities with each other and 87.6% to 98.6% with those from other regions. The four MLB1 sequences of this study had 99.1% to 99.9% nt similarities with each other and 92.2% to 99.4% with those from other regions. The VA2 sequence of this study had 96.0% to 96.3% nt similarities with those from other regions. Phylogenetic analysis based on ORF2 region showed that the local HAstV-1 sequences were most closely related to Japanese strains, and had distinct topology with phylogenies based on ORF1a and ORF1b regions. Conclusion:The complete genome sequences of 11 HAstV strains are obtained, and the VA2 complete genome is found.
10.LI Wenrong's Ten Methods for Treating Liver Diseases: Insights from a Physician in the Qing Dynasty
Yuxuan FANG ; Xuan ZHOU ; Mingyi SHAO ; Rongrong ZHANG ; Yang XU ; Liujie ZHANG ; Shoucheng WANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(3):332-336
By organizing and studying on the original works of LI Wenrong, this paper aimed to explore his theories and methods for treating liver diseases. LI Wenrong believes that the liver is easily prone to physiological disturbances, difficult to pacify, and can be compared to a “chariot” that moves horizontally and vertically, acting as a “general” for both civil and military affairs. Pathologically, liver diseases tend to spread to other organs, resulting in ever-changing pathological changes, often affecting emotional health. In terms of therapeutic methods, LI Wenrong proposes ten methods including draining fire to calm the liver, nourishing water to moisten wood, clearing metal to calm the liver, calming gallbladder and harmonizing liver, subduing yang with shell-drug, treating liver diseases by supplementing spleen, soothing the liver with sweetness, astringing the liver with sourness, relieving the liver with spiciness, and draining the liver with excess-fire. These methods have great guidance and reference value for contemporary clinical practice in traditional Chinese medicine.

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