1.Preliminary study for integrating DPRA with h-CLAT to predict skin sensitizers
Yihui KE ; Yu CHEN ; Shujun CHENG ; Jiating XU ; Weijun TAN
Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica 2016;24(6):611-617
Objective To establish a detection method integrating DPRA ( direct peptide reactivity assay) with h?CLAT ( human cell line activation test) to screen the skin sensitization potency of chemicals and plant extracts. Methods 12 chemicals and 7 plant extracts were chosen as the test substances. Firstly, the test substances were incubated together with two different peptides ( cysteine and lysine) respectively for reaction for 24 h. The peptide consumptions were analyzed by HPLC. Simultaneously, THP?1 cells were cultured in vitro and then exposed to different concentrations of test sub?stances for 24 h to examine the cell viability, cell surface markers CD54 and CD86 were assessed by flow cytometry. The predicting results were compared further between DPRA and h?CLAT. Results 12 chemicals were distinguished correctly by DPRA classified as 2 non?sensitizers and 10 sensitizers. The results of DPRA were in accordance with h?CLAT. Predic?ting the sensitization potency of plant extracts by DPRA showed that 6 plant extracts were determined as suspected sensiti?zers except for green tea extract. But using the method of h?CLAT, 4 plant extracts were examined as suspected sensitizers except for green tea extract, herba portulacae extract and ginseng fruit extract. The coherence of DPRA and h?CLAT was 0?57. Conclusion This detection method integrating DPRA with h?CLAT can predict single compound accurately. As for complex compound, it can achieve preliminary prediction and need other integrating methods to make a further identifica?tion.
2.A new kind of drying cabinet for surgical instrument
Jingrong WEI ; Yihui WANG ; Ke CHEN ; Bin LI
Journal of Regional Anatomy and Operative Surgery 2013;(6):617-619
Objective To create a new drying surgical instruments drying cabinet for the drying equipment with some technical short-comings and without widely used. Methods The air cleanliness,temperature and speed of special properties in the process of drying surgical instruments were study to create a new technology of drying cabinet for surgical instruments with a low cost,advanced features and the maneu-verability. Results A new type of dry prototype for surgical instruments was successfully developed and tested with heating and drying,the average heating time and the shortest processing time under 70 ℃ were 5. 1 min and 15. 6 min,respectively,the average heating time and the shortest processing time under 90℃ were 7. 8 min and 14. 2 min,respectively,which has more advantages than traditional drying equipment. Conclusion The new surgical instruments drying cabinet has a high application value and good prospect of industrialization,which can be the basic equipment for CSSD and operating departments of hospital.
3.Effect of Group A Streptococcus Preparation combined with mitomycin and lentinan combined with mitomy-cin in the treatment of malignant pleural effusion through intrapleural catheter
Yihui ZHANG ; Jiawei REN ; Qingwen ZHANG ; Ke YANG
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy 2016;23(13):1975-1977,1978
Objective To explore the effect and side effects of Group A Streptococcus Preparation(Sapylin)com-bined with mitomycin and lentinan combined with mitomycin in treating malignant pleural effusion through intrapleural catheter.Methods 70 malignant pleural effusion patients were selected in this study.All the patients were randomly divided into Sapylin group and lentinan group.One case with penicillin positive of the Sapylin group was adjusted to enter the lentinan group.After drainage of pleural effusion,the patients were divided into Sapylin group (34 patients) and lentinan group (36 patients).For the Sapylin group,Sapylin was prior injected and mitomycin was posterior injected.For the lentinan group,lentinan was prior injected and mitomycin was posterior injected.The side effects and clinical effect were observed and reported.Results The effective rate of Sapylin group was 85.3%,whereas 83.3%of lentinan group.There was no significant difference between the two groups(χ2 =0.051,P =0.822).Both groups had the following minor side effects:chest pain,fever,vomit and decreased white blood cells.No liver or renal injuries were reported.Conclusion The clinical outcomes of Sapylin combined with mitomycin and lentinan combined with mitomycin are both positive,in addition,the side effects are minor.
4.In vitro method for skin sensitization based on dendritic cell activation
Jian CHEN ; Yihui KE ; Yu CHEN ; Weijun TAN ; Shujun CHENG
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2018;28(5):114-118
Allergy contact dermatitis is a type IV delayed type hypersensitivity that is induced by exogenous compounds and involves many cell types. Traditional animal testing uses guinea pigs or mice as a model. With progress of the adverse outcome pathway(AOP)on skin sensitization, a concept for development of alternative methods based on a molecular initiating event and key events is provided. Dendritic cell(DC)activation plays a key role in the AOP. Many alternative methods have been developed,with several methods validated and accepted as guidance for assays. This paper examines DC screening, characteristics of test parameters, and limitations and applicability of DC-derived methods. Progress on interactions between DCs and other cells, co-culture systems, and the human body-on-a-chip will also be introduced. Altogether,this paper will provide information for optimization of in vitro alternative methods for sensitization detection.
5.Progress in research on health literate schools
Chinese Journal of School Health 2024;45(3):448-451
Abstract
Health literate schools (HeLit-Schools) play a significant role in fostering students health literacy. The paper elucidates the background and conceptual connotations of HeLit-Schools, and analyzes how HeLit-Schools effectively integrate and enhance the health literacy of schools in three aspects: philosophy and core drivers, strategy and method implementation, as well as evaluation mechanisms and standard setting. Furthermore, the paper explores the implications of foreign HeLit-Schools research and practice for China under the context of "Healthy China" construction, as well as the key strategies for Chinese schools in the implementation of HeLit-Schools, aiming to provide a new perspective and theoretical support for Chinese schools to practice the "Healthy China initiative" and strengthen school construction from the perspective of health literacy.
6.Effects of Backpack Types on Kinematics and Plantar Pressure in College Students During Stairs Walking
Ke YAN ; Yihui LIU ; Zeyi ZHANG ; Meizhen ZHANG ; Xiaogang WU ; Weiy CHEN
Journal of Medical Biomechanics 2023;38(3):E580-E586
Objective To analyze the influence of different backpack types and loads on kinematics and plantar pressure of college students during stair climbing, so as to provide references for choosing the appropriate backpack and carrying mode. Methods The Nokov infrared light point motion capture system and Podome plantar pressure system were used to analyze the differences in the range of motion ( ROM) of the trunk and lower limb joints, the kinematic parameters at the peak time, the peak pressure of each plantar partition, the contact time, the maximum pressure of the whole foot, the average pressure and the maximum contact area for 15 male college students during the support period of stair climbing. Results The 5% BW and 10% BW backpack loads reduced ROM of trunk rotation, increased ROM of ankle flexion/ extension and varus / valgus. The 10% BW backpack loads increased the peak pressure of the 1st and 3rd metatarsals bones and the maximum pressure of the whole foot ( P < 0. 05). Single-shoulder bag and handbag reduced ROM of trunk tilting and rotation, and increased ROM of ankle flexion and extension, hip flexion angle, peak pressure of foot arch and medial heel (P<0. 05). The double-shoulder bag loads increased peak pressure in the toe area (P<0. 05). Conclusions During walking on the stairs, the 5% BW and 10% BW backpack loads limited trunk rotation and increased ankle ROM. The 10% BW loads also increased the load in metatarsal area. The unilateral weight-bearing mode would make the trunk tilt to the unload side and rotate to the weight-bearing side. The pressure in toe area was higher when carrying double-shoulder bag, while single-shoulder bag and handbag mainly increased the pressure of arch foot and medial heel. It is suggested that college students choose symmetrical backpack scheme, and wisely allocate back weight to avoid the injury of foot area.
7.Mechanism of Qingre Huayu Jianpi Prescription Inhibiting Development of Colitis-associated Colorectal Cancer in Mice
Yanqiu ZHENG ; Yihui YOU ; Junyu KE ; Jinbin SONG ; Yongqiang WU ; Changhui LIU ; Yanwu LI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(8):83-90
ObjectiveTo explore the effect of Qingre Huayu Jianpi prescription (QHJ) on colitis-associated colorectal cancer (CAC) in mice, and its related mechanism. MethodC57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into four groups including the normal, model, QHJ low-dose (QHJ-L, 10 g·kg-1), and QHJ high-dose (QHJ-H, 40 g·kg-1) groups. Azoxymethane (AOM) and dextran sodium sulfate (DSS) were combined to chemically build a CAC mouse model for 14 weeks. Each drug group was given intragastrically from the 5th week to the 14th week, once per day. An equal volume of water was fed to the normal and model groups. The mouse survival rate, colon length, weight, and pathological alterations were assessed. The protein expressions of Wnt-3a protein signaling (Wnt3a), β-catenin, Non-phosphor-β-catenin (Non-p-β-catenin), and cholesterol-binding glycoproteins 133 (CD133) were detected by Western blot. The localization and expression of the cluster of differentiation (CD) 80 and CD11 antigen-like family member B (CD11b) were detected by immunohistochemistry (IHC). The colon organoids derived from CAC mice were isolated and cultured to detect the expression of Wnt signaling pathway-related proteins. ResultThe survival rate of the CAC mice was improved by QHJ treatment and the number of colon tumors was inhibited significantly. Compared with those in the normal group, the expression levels of Wnt3a, β-catenin, Non-p-β-catenin, and CD133 in colon tissues in the model group were significantly increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with those in the model group, the levels of Wnt3a and β-catenin in the QHJ-L group were significantly decreased (P<0.01), and the protein levels of Wnt3a, β-catenin, Non-p-β-catenin, and CD133 in the QHJ-H group were significantly decreased (P<0.05, P<0.01). Meanwhile, the expression level of CD11b in the model group was significantly increased compared with that in the normal group while the CD80 level was significantly decreased (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with those in the model group, CD11b in QHJ-L and QHJ-H groups was significantly decreased, and CD80 was significantly increased(P<0.05, P<0.01). The expressions of Non-p-β-catenin and CD133 in colonic organoids of CAC model mice were significantly increased, while QHJ treatment could inhibit the expressions of Non-p-β-catenin and CD133 in colonic organoids (P<0.01). ConclusionQHJ could inhibit the inflammation-cancer development in CAC mice, the mechanism of which might be related to regulating the microenvironment and inhibiting the over-activation of Wnt signaling.
8.Effect of Buzhong Yiqiwan on NLRP3 Inflammasome Pathway of DSS-induced Colitis Model Mice at Different Pathological Stages
Chunhui SONG ; Yihui YOU ; Junyu KE ; Geng LI ; Haishan LONG ; Yanli WU ; Qun DU ; Yanwu LI ; Wenfeng GUO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2022;28(14):20-28
ObjectiveTo explore the intervention effect and mechanism of Buzhong Yiqiwan (BZYQ) on colitis mice. MethodSixty-four C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into 2 weeks blank group, 2 weeks model group, 2 weeks high-dose BZYQ (12 g·kg-1) group, 2 weeks low-dose BZYQ (6 g·kg-1) group, 4 weeks blank group, 4 weeks model group, 4 weeks high-dose BZYQ (12 g·kg-1) group, and 4 weeks low-dose BZYQ (6 g·kg-1) group. The colitis model was induced in mice by feeding 3% dextran sodium sulfate (DSS) for 7 days. The mice received BZYQ (12 and 6 g·kg-1) by gavage on the 8th day after modeling, once per day, and sacrificed on the 2nd and 4th weeks, correspondingly. The colon length and weight of mice in each group were measured. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was used for pathological observation and colonic mucosal inflammation was scored. The mRNA and protein expression of NOD-like receptor thermoprotein domain 3 (NLRP3), apoptosis-associated speck-like protein containing a CARD (ASC), and cysteinyl aspartate-specific protease-1 (Caspase-1) was detected by real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) and Western blot, respectively. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect the content of inflammatory cytokines, such as interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-18, and IL-33 in colonic tissues. ResultCompared with the 2 weeks blank group, the 2 weeks model group showed shortened colon length, increased colon weight (P<0.05), loss of epithelial cells, destruction of gland structure, infiltration of a large number of inflammatory cells in mucosa and submucosa, local crypt abscess, and increase in mucosal inflammation score (P<0.01) as revealed by light microscopy, elevated levels of IL-1β, IL-18, and IL-33 in colonic tissues (P<0.05), and increased mRNA and protein expression of NLRP3, ASC, and Caspase-1 (P<0.05). The intervention of BZYQ (12 g·kg-1) restored colon length, alleviated mucosal injury (P<0.05), down-regulated the content of IL-18 (P<0.05), reduced the mRNA expression of NLRP3 and ASC as well as the protein expression of ASC and Caspase-1 compared with the conditions in the 2 weeks model group. Compared with the 4 weeks blank group, the 4 weeks model group showed decreased colon length, increased colon weight (P<0.05), decreased glands in the mucosal layer, expansion of glandular cavity, atrophy of crypt, local connective tissue hyperplasia and lymphocyte infiltration, increased inflammation score (P<0.01) as revealed by the light microscopy, increased expression of IL-1β, IL-18, and IL-33 (P<0.05), and elevated mRNA and expression of NLRP3 inflammasome complex (P<0.05). Compared with the conditions in the 4 weeks model group, the intervention of BZYQ (12 and 6 g·kg-1) could improve colon length and weight (P<0.05), and the intervention of BZYQ (12 g·kg-1) could also improve the inflammation score of the colon (P<0.05). Different from the acute stage, the intervention of BZYQ (12 and 6 g·kg-1) increased the content of IL-33 in the intestinal mucosa and up-regulated the mRNA and protein expression of NLRP3 inflammasome complexes ASC and Caspase-1 (P<0.05). ConclusionBZYQ can relieve the injury of colitis induced by DSS in mice. The mechanism is related to the regulation of intestinal immune response mediated by NLRP3 inflammasome, and it has different regulatory effects in acute and chronic inflammation stages.