1.Exploration on the mechanism of Shengxue Tongbian Granules in improving intestinal injury in septic rats based on bioinformatics and experimental validation
Xuan HE ; Aihua ZHENG ; Bing GUO ; Siqin TANG ; Min WANG ; Hongmei LIU
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;47(10):1418-1424
Objective:To explore the molecular mechanism of TCM compound Shengxue Tongbian Granules in improving intestinal injury in septic rats through bioinformatics and experimental validation methods.Methods:The GSE131761 gene set was processed by bioinformatics to screen differential genes, then weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) was applied to screen modular genes. The intersection of modular genes and differential genes was taken, and finally, the least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) technique was applied to further obtain the key targets of sepsis, which was validated by experiments. Totally 72 SD rats were divided into sham-operation group, model group, dexamethasone group (0.15 mg/kg), Shengxue Tongbian Granules low- (0.3 g/kg), medium- (0.6 g/kg), and high-dosage (1.2 g/kg) groups, with 12 rats in each group. Corresponding drug interventions were administered to each treatment group before and 12 hours after modeling. The sham-operation group and the model group were gavaged daily with equal amounts of saline. Samples were collected after 24 hours. HE staining was used to detect the pathological morphology of intestinal tissues in each group of rats; ELISA was used to detect the levels of TNF-α, diamine oxidase (DAO), IL-6, IL-10, and myeloperoxidase (MPO) in rat serum. Immunohistochemistry was used to detect the protein expressions of MPO and neutrophil elastase (NE/LANE) in intestinal tissue, and Western blot was used to detect the protein expression of peptidyl arginine deaminase (PAD4) in intestinal tissue.Results:Seven final key genes related to sepsis were selected, namely ANXA3, CYP1B1, FCAR, LILRA5, PADI4, NOV, and S100A12. Experimental results showed that drug administration alleviated intestinal injury; compared with the model group, the levels of TNF-α, IL-6, MPO, and DAO decreased in the Shengxue Tongbian Granules high-dosage group ( P<0.05), the levels of ELANE and MPO were reduced in Shengxue Tongbian Granules low-, medium-, and high-dosage groups ( P<0.05), and PAD4 expression was reduced in the Shengxue Tongbian Granules high-dosage group ( P<0.05). Conclusion:Shengxue Tongbian Granules can improve the intestinal injury of septic rats, and the mechanism may be related to the inhibition of PAD4-mediated formation of NETs and the improvement of inflammatory response.
2.CT-assisted 3D printing template-guided implantation of 125I particles for the treatment of head and neck malignancies:a clinical study
Ao LIU ; Xin LI ; Qin YAN ; Aihua LUO
Journal of Interventional Radiology 2025;34(9):988-992
Objective To evaluate the short-term clinical effect(including curative efficacy,pain relief,and quality of life)of CT-assisted 3D printing template-guided implantation of 125I particles in treating head and neck malignancies.Methods A total of 12 patients with head and neck malignant tumors complicated by moderate to severe cancerous pain,who were admitted to Yichang Municipal second People's Hospital to receive treatment from September 2019 to July 2024,were enrolled in this study.All patients received CT-assisted 3D individualized template-guided implantation of 125I particles therapy.The short-term curative efficacy,pain relief,and quality of life of patients were evaluated.Results Three months after implantation of 125I particles,complete response(CR)was obtained in 3 patients,partial remission(PR)in 5 patients,and stable disease(SD)in 4 patients,with an objective response rate(ORR)of 66.67%and a disease control rate(DCR)of 100%.The preoperative mean NRS score was(5.58±0.79)points,and the postoperative 3-month mean NRS score was(2.08±0.67)points.The postoperative 3-month physiological well-being(PWB),emotional well-being(EWB),functional well-being(FWB),and the total score were significantly better than their preoperative values,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).No statistically significant difference in social/family well-being(SWB)existed between its postoperative 3-month value and its preoperative value.Adverse reactions occurred in 2 patients,including local mucosal ulceration(n=1)and skin redness with swelling(n=1),which were improved after treatment.No serious complications occurred.Conclusion For the treatment of patients with head and neck malignant tumors complicated by moderate to severe cancerous pain,radioactive 125I particle implantation has a significant short-term effect,it can effectively relieve cancerous pain and improve quality of life of patients with reliable clinical safety.
3.Mechanism of Jiawei Guizhi Fuling Decoction in Alleviating Sciatic Nerve Injury in PDPN Rats by Regulating Mitophagy Through PINK1/Parkin Signaling Pathway
Aihua LIU ; Jinhong LENG ; Ziying LIU ; Xinyu SUN ; Xinyuan SHEN ; Qing KANG ; Zhiyi LI ; Yongming LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(21):42-51
ObjectiveTo observe the mechanism of Jiawei Guizhi Fuling decoction (JGFD) in alleviating sciatic nerve injury in painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN) rats by regulating mitophagy through the PTEN-induced putative kinase 1 (PINK1)/Parkin signaling pathway. MethodThe PDPN model was established by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin (STZ). After modeling, the rats were randomly divided into JGFD high, medium, and low dose groups (JGFD-H, JGFD-M, JGFD-L; 39.6, 19.8, 9.9 g·kg-1·d-1, respectively), a positive drug group (lipoic acid capsules, LA; 50 mg·kg-1·d-1), and a model group (PDPN). A blank control group (CON) was established. Drug intervention was administered continuously for 8 weeks after modeling. Measurements included body weight and fasting blood glucose of PDPN rats at weeks 0, 2, 4, and 8, mechanical pain threshold and thermal pain threshold at weeks 0 and 8, and motor nerve conduction velocity at week 8. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was used to observe the morphology of sciatic nerve tissue. The ultrastructure of mitochondria and autophagosomes was observed by transmission electron microscopy. Western blot was performed to detect the protein expression levels of PINK1, Parkin, p62, Beclin-1, and LC3 in sciatic nerve tissue. Additionally, real-time quantitative PCR (Real-time PCR) was performed to detect the mRNA expression levels of PINK1, Parkin, p62, Beclin-1, and LC3 in sciatic nerve tissue. ResultCompared with the CON group, the PDPN group showed a significant decrease in body weight at all time points, a significant increase in fasting blood glucose, significantly shortened mechanical pain and thermal pain thresholds, and significantly reduced motor nerve conduction velocity. The protein and mRNA expression of PINK1, Parkin, Beclin-1, and microtubule-associated protein light chain 3(LC3) in sciatic nerve tissue was significantly reduced, while p62 protein and mRNA expression was significantly increased (P<0.01). Pathological changes included edema of sciatic nerve fibers, segmental demyelination, loose and disordered arrangement of the myelin sheath layers, significant swelling of mitochondria, reduced electron density, disappearance of cristae, and absence of typical autophagosome and autolysosome structures. Compared with the PDPN group, each JGFD dose group showed a significant increase in body weight and a significant reduction in fasting blood glucose (P<0.05, P<0.01). The mechanical pain threshold and thermal pain threshold were significantly prolonged, and motor nerve conduction velocity was significantly increased across all JGFD and LA groups. The expression levels of PINK1, Parkin, Beclin-1, and LC3 proteins and mRNA in sciatic nerve tissue were significantly increased, while p62 protein and mRNA expression levels were significantly decreased (P<0.05, P<0.01). Pathological damage to the sciatic nerve was alleviated to varying degrees, with a relatively intact myelin sheath morphology and intact or slightly edematous outer mitochondrial membrane. Autophagolysosome structures were observed in the JGFD-M and JGFD-H groups. Compared with the LA group, the JGFD-H group showed a significant increase in body weight, a significant reduction in fasting blood glucose, a significant increase in motor nerve conduction velocity, a significant increase in PINK1 protein expression and PINK1, Parkin, and Beclin-1 mRNA expression in sciatic nerve tissue, and a significant decrease in p62 mRNA expression (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionJGFD may alleviate sciatic nerve injury in PDPN rats by activating mitophagy through the regulation of the PINK1/Parkin signaling pathway.
4.The detection rate of prenatal depression in Chinese women: a meta-analysis
LI Yanan ; ZHANG Yuanyuan ; LIU Hui ; WANG Aihua ; ZHAO Shuliang ; JIANG Huimin
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;36(5):444-450
Objective:
To systematically evaluate the detection rate of prenatal depression in Chinese women, so as to provide the reference for mental health care during pregnancy among women.
Methods:
Publications pertaining to the detection rate of prenatal depression in Chinese women were retrieved from international and national databases from inception to July 30, 2023, including CNKI, Wanfang Data, VIP, PubMed and other databases. The Stata 17.0 software was used for meta analysis, sensitivity analysis was performed using the leave-one-out method, and the publication bias was evaluated using funnel plot and Egger's test.
Results:
A total of 5 687 publications were retrieved, and 60 studies were finally included, with 58 in Chinese and 2 in English, 51 of medium quality and 9 of high quality, and 114 168 participants. The results of meta-analysis showed that the overall detection rate of prenatal depression in Chinese women was 23.7% (95%CI: 20.0%-27.5%). The detection rates of prenatal depression in the first, second and third trimesters were 22.1% (95%CI: 15.5%-28.6%), 16.3% (95%CI: 12.0%-20.6%) and 19.9% (95%CI: 16.0%-23.7%), in Eastern and Midwestern China were 19.7% and 27.5%, and in women with an education level of junior high school or below and high school or above were 27.2% and 17.9%, respectively, with statistically significant differences (all P<0.05). Sensitivity analysis showed that the study results were stable. There were publication bias in the results of overall detection rate of prenatal depression, and detection rates in the second and third trimester.
Conclusions
The overall detection rate of prenatal depression in Chinese women ranges from 20.0% to 27.5%. There are differences in the detection rate of prenatal depression in different pregnancies, with the highest detection rate in the first trimester.
5.Expert consensus on the bi-directional screening for Mycobacterium tuberculosis and human immunodeficiency virus
Xin SHEN ; Yinzhong SHEN ; Eryong LIU ; Dingyong SUN ; Dongmin LI ; Yun HE ; Jinge HE ; Lin XU ; Bin CHEN ; Chengliang CHAI ; Lianguo RUAN ; Yong GAO ; Aihua DENG ; Zhen NING ; Jing CHEN ; Xiaofeng LIU ; Kaikan GU ; Lixin RAO
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;36(4):327-336
Tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus infection / acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) are both serious global public health threats. Early detection of infected persons and/or patients through TB/HIV bi-directional screening is crucial for prevention and control strategy in China and globally. In recent years, with the promotion and application of new TB and HIV detection technologies worldwide, TB/HIV bi-directional screening technologies and strategies have made remarkable changes. This expert consensus introduces the significance and challenges of TB/HIV bi-directional screening, summarizes important progress of research and applications, and makes recommendations on screening measures and procedures to further strengthen TB/HIV bi-directional screening in China.
6.Midterm and long-term angiographic outcomes and efficacy analysis of the Pipeline Embolization Device in the treatment of intracranial aneurysms
Xiaopeng XUE ; Xin TONG ; Mingjiang SUN ; Pengcheng WANG ; Aihua LIU
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2024;62(12):1113-1119
Objective:To investigate the midterm and long-term efficacy of flow-diverter device in treating intracranial aneurysms (IAs) and analyze its clinical outcomes in anterior circulation aneurysms and posterior circulation aneurysms.Methods:This is a retrospective case series study. The data of 566 intracranial aneurysm patients (681 aneurysms) treated with the flow-diverter device at Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University from January 2018 to January 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. There were 205 males and 361 females, with an age ( M(IQR)) of 55 (14) years (range:18 to 77 years). Twelve patients (12 aneurysms) had ruptured aneurysms before surgery, and 75 patients (172 aneurysms) had multiple aneurysms. Preoperative modified Rankin scale (mRS) >2 points in 16 patients.There were 444 patients (552 aneurysms) in the anterior circulation group and 122 patients (129 aneurysms) in the posterior circulation group. Postoperative follow-up was conducted via outpatient visits or telephone calls at 3 to 12 months after the procedure. Baseline aneurysm parameters, surgical information, and imaging and clinical outcomes were collected. Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression analyses were used to identify independent factors associated with long-term incomplete aneurysm occlusion. Results:Intraoperative use of flow diverter-assisted coil embolization was performed in 221 patients (226 aneurysms), and balloon assistance was used in 20 patients (22 aneurysms).The intraoperative rupture rate was 0.5% (3/566), and the intraoperative thrombosis rate was 0.7% (4/566). The in-hospital mortality rate was 1.2% (7/566). Postoperative complications included subarachnoid hemorrhage in 5 patients (0.9%), intracerebral hemorrhage in 2 patients (0.4%), ischemic stroke in 19 patients (3.6%), and transient ischemic attack in 16 patients (3.0%). Imaging follow-up was available for 447 patients (548 aneurysms) with a follow-up duration of (16.7±6.7) months (range:3 to 45 months). Incomplete aneurysm occlusion occurred in 79 patients (95 aneurysms), accounting for 17.3% (95/548). Parent artery stenosis was observed in 63 patients (72 aneurysms), accounting for 13.1% (72/548). Clinical follow-up was available for 530 patients (644 aneurysms) with a follow-up duration of (29.4±11.3) months (range:3 to 54 months). One case of mRS score >2 points was observed in 18 patients, accounting for 3.4% (18/530). Among them, the rate of incomplete occlusion in the anterior and posterior circulation group was 16.9% (76/450) and 19.4% (19/98), respectively, and the rate of parent artery stenosis was 10.9% (49/450) and 23.5% (23/98), respectively; the rate of mRS score>2 points was 2.4% (10/415) and 7.0% (8/115), respectively. Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that aneurysm neck size ( β=0.075, OR=1.08, P=0.028) and coil use ( β=-1.070, OR=0.034, P=0.001) were independent factors influencing long-term aneurysm occlusion. Conclusions:The flow-diverter device demonstrates good safety and efficacy in the midterm and long-term treatment of overall IAs. However, further research is needed to focus on the midterm and long-term treatment outcomes of aneurysms with relatively wide neck and posterior circulation aneurysms.
7.Expert consensus on the clinical application strategy of NIPT2.0, a new-generation non-invasive prenatal screening technology
Chenming XU ; Chenghong YIN ; Aihua YIN ; Shanling LIU ; Yulin JIANG ; Qiong LUO ; Hua WANG ; Hefeng HUANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Genetics 2024;41(10):1155-1163
The new-generation non-invasive prenatal screening technology (NIPT2.0) is a new method successfully realized in recent years based on high-throughput sequencing to synchronously and accurately detect fetal chromosomal aneuploidies, microdeletion/microduplication syndromes and dominantly inherited monogenic disorders. NIPT2.0 can circumvent the shortcomings of previous non-invasive prenatal screening techniques (NIPT and NIPT Plus) including incapability to detect fetal monogenic disorders, insufficient accuracy of detection and low positive predictive values for certain chromosomal abnormalities (in particular trisomy 13, sex chromosomal abnormalities, and small-segment microdeletions and microduplication syndromes). How to apply NIPT2.0 reasonably and normatively to maximize its clinical value has become an issue which requires clarification. The Reproductive Health Branch of the Chinese Maternal and Child Health Care Association has organized experts to fully discuss and jointly drafted this consensus, which has put forwards suggestions over the clinical application strategy for NIPT2.0, including the scope of application, target disease, pre-test consultation, clinical application pathway, post-test genetic counseling and intervention, quality control and limitations, for the reference by peers, with a view to standardize its application and provide better clinical service.
8.Midterm and long-term angiographic outcomes and efficacy analysis of the Pipeline Embolization Device in the treatment of intracranial aneurysms
Xiaopeng XUE ; Xin TONG ; Mingjiang SUN ; Pengcheng WANG ; Aihua LIU
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2024;62(12):1113-1119
Objective:To investigate the midterm and long-term efficacy of flow-diverter device in treating intracranial aneurysms (IAs) and analyze its clinical outcomes in anterior circulation aneurysms and posterior circulation aneurysms.Methods:This is a retrospective case series study. The data of 566 intracranial aneurysm patients (681 aneurysms) treated with the flow-diverter device at Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Neurosurgical Institute, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University from January 2018 to January 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. There were 205 males and 361 females, with an age ( M(IQR)) of 55 (14) years (range:18 to 77 years). Twelve patients (12 aneurysms) had ruptured aneurysms before surgery, and 75 patients (172 aneurysms) had multiple aneurysms. Preoperative modified Rankin scale (mRS) >2 points in 16 patients.There were 444 patients (552 aneurysms) in the anterior circulation group and 122 patients (129 aneurysms) in the posterior circulation group. Postoperative follow-up was conducted via outpatient visits or telephone calls at 3 to 12 months after the procedure. Baseline aneurysm parameters, surgical information, and imaging and clinical outcomes were collected. Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression analyses were used to identify independent factors associated with long-term incomplete aneurysm occlusion. Results:Intraoperative use of flow diverter-assisted coil embolization was performed in 221 patients (226 aneurysms), and balloon assistance was used in 20 patients (22 aneurysms).The intraoperative rupture rate was 0.5% (3/566), and the intraoperative thrombosis rate was 0.7% (4/566). The in-hospital mortality rate was 1.2% (7/566). Postoperative complications included subarachnoid hemorrhage in 5 patients (0.9%), intracerebral hemorrhage in 2 patients (0.4%), ischemic stroke in 19 patients (3.6%), and transient ischemic attack in 16 patients (3.0%). Imaging follow-up was available for 447 patients (548 aneurysms) with a follow-up duration of (16.7±6.7) months (range:3 to 45 months). Incomplete aneurysm occlusion occurred in 79 patients (95 aneurysms), accounting for 17.3% (95/548). Parent artery stenosis was observed in 63 patients (72 aneurysms), accounting for 13.1% (72/548). Clinical follow-up was available for 530 patients (644 aneurysms) with a follow-up duration of (29.4±11.3) months (range:3 to 54 months). One case of mRS score >2 points was observed in 18 patients, accounting for 3.4% (18/530). Among them, the rate of incomplete occlusion in the anterior and posterior circulation group was 16.9% (76/450) and 19.4% (19/98), respectively, and the rate of parent artery stenosis was 10.9% (49/450) and 23.5% (23/98), respectively; the rate of mRS score>2 points was 2.4% (10/415) and 7.0% (8/115), respectively. Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that aneurysm neck size ( β=0.075, OR=1.08, P=0.028) and coil use ( β=-1.070, OR=0.034, P=0.001) were independent factors influencing long-term aneurysm occlusion. Conclusions:The flow-diverter device demonstrates good safety and efficacy in the midterm and long-term treatment of overall IAs. However, further research is needed to focus on the midterm and long-term treatment outcomes of aneurysms with relatively wide neck and posterior circulation aneurysms.
9.Research on equipment management of laminar flow room in hematology department based on safety intelligent warning system
Dan LIU ; Lina FENG ; Fan LI ; Aihua ZHANG
China Medical Equipment 2024;21(11):132-136
Objective:To construct a safety intelligent early warning system,and to explore its application effect in the management of medical equipment in laminar flow room of hematology department.Methods:The safety intelligent early warning system was constructed by using the browser and server(B/S)mode.The system was consisted of three layers:client layer,application server layer and database server layer,as well as four core modules:data acquisition,data transmission,data processing and data application.A total of 45 equipment in clinical use in the laminar flow room of the Department of Hematology,Tangdu Hospital,Air Force Medical University from November 2021 to October 2023 were selected.Routine management was implemented during the use period of the equipment from November 2021 to October 2022,and the safety intelligent early warning system management(hereinafter referred to as the intelligent management)was applied during the equipment use period from November 2022 to October 2023.The equipment safety risk evaluation index,the potential safety risk rate of the equipment sampled randomly and the average accuracy rate of the equipment use in 600 checks(300 times for each method)under the two management methods were compared.Results:The safety risk assessments of 45 equipment adopted the intelligent management method were poor,fair,good,and excellent with risk indices of 0.02±0.01,0.06±0.02,0.18±0.04 and 0.39±0.07,respectively,the poor,fair,and good risk indices were lower than those of routine management method,and the safety risk index assessed as excellent was higher than that of routine management method,the difference was statistically significant(t=19.092,12.457,6.751,15.809,P<0.05).Among the 137 cases of 45 equipment randomly sampled using intelligent management method,4,5 and 1 cases of mechanical injury,cross-infection and electric shock injury occurred,with the incidence rates of 2.92%,3.65%and 0.73%,respectively,which were lower than those of routine management methods,the difference was statistically significant(x2=9.336,16.286,17.328,P<0.05).The average accuracy rates(%)of the 45 equipment adopted the intelligent management method in terms of correct placement,correct connection sequence,correct parameter setting and organization and standard use of the equipment were 99.52±3.51,98.63±4.05,99.74±4.18 and 97.37±5.36,respectively,which were higher than those of the routine management method,the difference was statistically significant(Z=12.231,9.075,13.584,8.933,P<0.05).Conclusion:The application of safety intelligent warning system for the equipment management of laminar flow room in the department of hematology can effectively prevent potential safety risks of the equipment and improve the accuracy of equipment use.
10.Expression of long non-coding RNA brain-derived neurotrophic factor-antisense and semaphorin 3B-antisense 1 in gastric cancer patients and the application of them combined ultrasound in the diagnosis of gastric cancer
Aihua LI ; Lang LIU ; Lingli ZHANG ; Di DUAN ; Dengchao WANG
Journal of Clinical Surgery 2024;32(7):721-724
Objective To investigate the expression of long non-coding RNA(lncRNA)brain-derived neurotrophic factor-antisense(BDNF-AS)and semaphorin 3B-antisense 1(SEMA3B-AS1)in patients with gastric cancer and the application value of combined ultrasound in the diagnosis of gastric cancer.Methods From January 2021 to February 2023,118 gastric cancer patients admitted to our hospital were retrospectively selected as the gastric cancer group,another 113 cases with benign gastric lesions in our hospital were as the benign lesion group.Real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR(qRT-PCR)was applied to detect the expression levels of serum BDNF-AS and SEMA3B-AS1,and patients were divided into BDNF-AS high expression group(n=55)and BDNF-AS low expression group(n=63),SEMA3B-AS1 high expression group(n=57),and SEMA3B-AS1 low expression group(n=61)based on the average value;Kappa test was applied to analyze the consistency between ultrasound diagnosis and clinical pathological diagnosis;receiver operating characteristic curve(ROC)was applied to analyze the diagnostic value of serum BDNF-AS and SEMA3B-AS1 combined with ultrasound for gastric cancer.Results Compared with the benign lesion group,the serum levels of BDNF-AS and SEMA3B-AS1 in the gastric cancer group were obviously lower(t=10.205,t=9.590,P<0.05);the expression levels of BDNF-AS and SEMA3B-AS1 were obviously lower in gastric cancer patients with tumor diameter≥3 cm,deeper infiltration depth,lower differentiation,and lymph node metastasis(P<0.05);Kappa test results showed a high consistency between ultrasound diagnosis and clinical pathological diagnosis(Kappa value=0.723,P<0.05);ROC results showed that the AUC of serum levels of BDNF-AS,SEMA3B-AS1,and ultrasound in diagnosis of gastric cancer was 0.848,0.835,and 0.861,respectively,the AUC(0.949)diagnosed by the combination of the three was obviously higher than that diagnosed by serum BDNF-AS alone(Z=4.713,P=0.000),serum SEMA3B-AS1 level alone(Z=4.112,P=0.001 5),and ultrasound diagnosis(Z=3.350,P=0.000 8),the sensitivity and specificity of the combined diagnosis were superior to those diagnosed by the three alone.Conclusion The combination of serum BDNF-AS and SEMA3B-AS1 ultrasound has high practical value in the diagnosis of gastric cancer.


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