1.Ethical perspective and development prospects of integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine
Bei CUI ; Huiwen LI ; Lu CHEN ; Yanlong WANG
Chinese Medical Ethics 2026;39(6):703-708
Traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine exhibit significant differences in their modes of thinking, yet this very distinction creates opportunities for their mutual learning and integration. TCM ethics are grounded in the robust theoretical and practical foundations of TCM. From the three-dimensional ethical perspective of cognition, decision-making, and treatment, it demonstrates prominent characteristics in the cognitive regulation of “taking images to operate numbers,” the decision-making principle of “treatment based on syndrome differentiation,” and the therapeutic criteria of “harmony between humanity and nature.” TCM and Western medicine possess distinct features in image-based thinking and reductionism, dynamic nonlinearity and static linearity, as well as holism and antagonism, influencing how they address doctor-society, doctor-doctor, and doctor-patient relationships. Furthermore, the integration of TCM and Western medicine can foster mutual learning and allow them to complement each other’s strengths. Against the backdrop of growing emphasis on TCM modernization and the steady advancement of the Healthy China initiative, enhancing the healthcare system’s adaptability to diverse health demands is crucial. Efforts should be made to promote proper subject-object regulations in the doctor-society relationship, a harmonious yet competitive plurality in the doctor-doctor relationship, and harmonious coexistence in the doctor-patient relationship. It is also essential to uphold the parallel progression of ethical reflection and practical exploration, thereby providing ethical support for the further development of integrated Chinese and Western medicine.
2.Clinical characteristics and oncological outcomes of patients with clear cell borderline ovarian tumor
Jun LI ; Wei-yong GU ; Jie-yu WANG ; Bei-bei WU ; Xin LU ; Rui-fang CHEN
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;52(1):55-62
Objective To explore the clinical and pathological characteristics and oncological outcomes of clear cell borderline ovarian tumor(CCBOT),and provide guidance for the diagnosis and treatment of this disease in the future.Methods A total of 23 CCBOT patients who underwent surgical treatment in our hospital from May 2011 to Aug 2022 were enrolled,and the clinical information of 19 CCBOT patients in the Ricotta's cohort was integrated.The clinical pathological characteristics and oncological outcomes of these 42 patients were retrospectively analyzed.Results This study enrolled 42 CCBOT patients,including 23 from our cohort and 19 from the Ricotta G's cohort.Compared with the Ricotta's cohort,the proportion of CCBOT patients with endometriosis in our cohort(34.8%)was significantly higher than that in the Ricotta's cohort(5.3%)(P<0.05).In our cohort,22 patients had information on intraoperative frozen section evaluation,and the accuracy of intraoperative frozen section evaluation was 50%(11/22).The other 50%(11/22)of patients were underestimated by intraoperative frozen section evaluation.The merged cohort indicated that the median age of the patients was 60 years old,occuring more common in postmenopausal women(66.7%).Most cases presented with pelvic masses(59.5%)and abdominal pain or distension(19.0%).This disease mostly involved unilateral ovaries(90.5%).Information on preoperative tumor markers was largely missed,making it difficult to draw an accurate evaluation for them.Ten cases(23.8%)underwent fertility sparing surgery,and 32 cases(76.2%)underwent radical surgery.The pathologic report indicated that all patients were stage I patients and 21.4%patients had endometriosis.Among these patients,32 patients underwent total hysterectomy,of which 10(31.3%)had concurrent endometrial lesions.The median follow-up time was 68 months,with a minimum follow-up of one month and a maximum follow-up of 231 months,and no recurrence or death was observed.Conclusion CCBOT patients usually had an good prognosis with a low recurrence rate.Fertility sparing surgery was safe and feasible,but attention should be paid to exclude concurrent endometrial lesions.Given the rarity of CCBOT,future multicenter prospective studies are needed to better elucidate the clinical pathological features and prognosis of patients with CCBOT.
3.Survey on oral health status of second-grade primary school students in Suzhou City
Yuwen ZHANG ; Bei LI ; Bing GE ; Ye ZHU ; Xiaozhen WANG ; Lu BAI ; Peng ZHU
STOMATOLOGY 2025;45(8):613-618,630
Objective To investigate the oral health status of second-grade primary school students in Suzhou,provide baseline data for evaluating Suzhou's"Bright Eyes and Healthy Teeth"public health project,and offer reference for formulating oral health policies for students in Suzhou.Methods A multi-stage,stratified,random sampling method was used to select 1 640 second-grade primary school students from 10 districts(county-level cities)across Suzhou.The oral health survey of primary school students in Suzhou was designedbased on WHO"Basic Methods for Oral Health Surveys"(5th edition).A survey on the students' oral health status was con-ducted.Results The caries prevalence,mean DMFT(Decayed,Missing,Filled Teeth),and caries filling rate for primary teeth among second-grade students in Suzhou were 80.73%,4.25,and 24.48%,respectively.For permanent teeth,the caries prevalence,mean DMFT(Decayed,Missing,Filled Teeth),and caries filling rate were 30.30%,0.62,and 16.96%,respectively.Specifically,the caries prevalence,mean DMFT,and filling rate for the first permanent molar were 29.88%,0.59,and 16.94%,respectively.The pit and fissure sealing rate for the first permanent molar was 13.74%.Additionally,the detection rate for gingival bleeding was 58.05%,and for dental calculus,49.15%.Conclusion The oral health status of second-grade primary school students in Suzhou is concerning.The caries prevalence rate for both primary and permanent teeth is high,while the filling rate is relatively low.Prior to the implementation of oral health programs,the pit and fissure sealing rate for the first permanent molars was low,with significant differ-ences observed between urban and rural areas,as well as among different districts(or county-level cities).
4.Survey on oral health status of second-grade primary school students in Suzhou City
Yuwen ZHANG ; Bei LI ; Bing GE ; Ye ZHU ; Xiaozhen WANG ; Lu BAI ; Peng ZHU
STOMATOLOGY 2025;45(8):613-618,630
Objective To investigate the oral health status of second-grade primary school students in Suzhou,provide baseline data for evaluating Suzhou's"Bright Eyes and Healthy Teeth"public health project,and offer reference for formulating oral health policies for students in Suzhou.Methods A multi-stage,stratified,random sampling method was used to select 1 640 second-grade primary school students from 10 districts(county-level cities)across Suzhou.The oral health survey of primary school students in Suzhou was designedbased on WHO"Basic Methods for Oral Health Surveys"(5th edition).A survey on the students' oral health status was con-ducted.Results The caries prevalence,mean DMFT(Decayed,Missing,Filled Teeth),and caries filling rate for primary teeth among second-grade students in Suzhou were 80.73%,4.25,and 24.48%,respectively.For permanent teeth,the caries prevalence,mean DMFT(Decayed,Missing,Filled Teeth),and caries filling rate were 30.30%,0.62,and 16.96%,respectively.Specifically,the caries prevalence,mean DMFT,and filling rate for the first permanent molar were 29.88%,0.59,and 16.94%,respectively.The pit and fissure sealing rate for the first permanent molar was 13.74%.Additionally,the detection rate for gingival bleeding was 58.05%,and for dental calculus,49.15%.Conclusion The oral health status of second-grade primary school students in Suzhou is concerning.The caries prevalence rate for both primary and permanent teeth is high,while the filling rate is relatively low.Prior to the implementation of oral health programs,the pit and fissure sealing rate for the first permanent molars was low,with significant differ-ences observed between urban and rural areas,as well as among different districts(or county-level cities).
5.Practical research on nursing coordination training for rapid sequential intubation in children based on LSPPDM framework
Yu-xia YANG ; Jing HU ; Wei-ming CHEN ; Ye CHENG ; Wei-jie SHEN ; Yi ZHANG ; Ting-ting XUE ; Bei-bei WANG ; Yu-qing WANG ; Pan LIU ; Ying-ying ZHANG ; Guo-ping LU ; Ying GU
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;52(6):847-853
Objective To investigate the practical effects of pediatric rapid sequence intubation(RSI)nursing coordination training based on the LSPPDM(learn,see,practice,prove,do,maintain)framework in order to provide evidence for optimizing pediatric RSI nursing training programs.Methods Nurses from the intensive care unit(ICU)of Children's Hospital,Fudan University during Feb 2023 and Jan 2024 were divided into the experimental group(n=35)and the control group(n=35)by block randomization.The experimental group received LSPPDM framework-based training,while the control group underwent conventional training with theoretical lectures and procedural demonstrations.Outcomes included training satisfaction,theoretical knowledge and procedural skill assessment scores,team collaboration compliance and RSI procedure time were compared between the two groups.Results The experimental group demonstrated significantly higher training satisfaction(123.80±2.04 vs.117.26±9.82,P<0.05),superior post-training theoretical knowledge and procedural skills(P<0.05),enhanced team collaboration compliance(P<0.05),and shorter RSI completion time(P<0.05)compared with the control group.Conclusion Pediatric RSI nursing coordination training based on the LSPPDM framework can effectively increase training satisfaction,promote theoretical and procedural skills and reduce completion time in nurses.
6.Anti-depressant effect and mechanism of arecoline in mice with chronic and unpredictable mild stress
Danyang WANG ; Jingwen CUI ; Xinmin LIU ; Bei FAN ; Fengzhong WANG ; Cong LU
Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica 2025;33(6):836-847
Objective We explored the anti-depressant activity and mechanism of arecoline in vivo in a mouse model of depression induced by chronic unpredictable mild stress.The aim was to explore the possible mechanisms of action,providing experimental evidence for further research into the health benefits of arecoline and theoretical support for the scientific development and utilization of this resource.Methods Sixty quarantine-qualified SPF C57BL/6J mice were divided randomly into a control group,model group,fluoxetine group(20 mg/kg),and arecoline low-,medium-,and high-dose groups(10,20,and 40 mg/kg,respectively)according to body mass(n=10 mice per group).The effects of arecoline on the behavior of the mice were evaluated by open-field,tail-suspension,and forced-swimming tests.Serum corticosterone and serum and brain levels of superoxide dismutase(SOD)were detected by enzyme-linked immunoassay.Malondialdehyde(MDA),catalase(CAT),5-hydroxytryptamine(5-HT),and norepinephrine(NE)levels in brain tissue,and dopamine(DA),gamma-aminobutyric acid(GABA),tumor necrosis factor(TNF-α),interleukin(IL)-10,IL-1β,brain-derived neurotrophic factor(BDNF),tropomyosin receptor kinase B(TrkB),and cAMP-response element binding protein(CREB)were detected by Western Blot.Results Arecoline significantly reduced the total distance and average speed of the model mice in open field tests and increased activities,and significantly reduced the immobility time in the tail suspension and forced swimming tests.Arecoline also significantly decreased serum corticosterone levels,increased SOD and CAT,and decreased MDA levels.5-HT,DA,NE,and GABA levels were significantly increased,and the cytokines TNF-α,IL-6,and IL-1β were significantly decreased.Expression levels of BDNF,TrkB,and CREB in the brain tissue were significantly increased.Conclusions Research has found that arecoline has a significant antidepressant ability,and its mechanism may be achieved by reducing oxidative stress damage,inhibiting neuroinflammation,regulating neurotransmitter balance,and regulating the BDNF/TrkB/CREB signaling pathway..This study explored the antidepressant efficacy of arecoline and preliminarily revealed its possible regulatory mechanism,which can provide data support for the neuroactivity of arecoline and lay a theoretical foundation for the development of arecoline as medicine.
7.Comprehensive clinical evaluation of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
Bei ZHANG ; Qingxia XUE ; Lu CHEN ; Jiaojiao CHEN ; Huiyuan ZHANG ; Shengjun MU ; Fudong SUN ; Quan ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Pharmacoepidemiology 2025;34(10):1127-1139
Objective To conduct a multidimensional and multi-level evaluation of the comprehensive clinical value of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.Methods Based on the National Essential Medicines List(2018 Edition),dapagliflozin was selected as the control.A comprehensive clinical evaluation index system was established through literature review,focus group interviews and in-depth expert interviews,encompassing six dimensions:safety,efficacy,economy,suitability,innovation,and accessibility.The Delphi method and hierarchical direct weighting method were used to screen indicators and determine their weights.Evidence for each indicator was collected and integrated both qualitatively and quantitatively through literature research,real-world studies,and pharmacoeconomic evaluations.Experts scored the indicators based on the collected evidence,and a total score for the comprehensive clinical evaluation of empagliflozin was calculated by combining these scores with indicator weights,followed by a comparative analysis with dapagliflozin.Results A comprehensive clinical evaluation of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus was successfully established,consisting of 6 primary indicators,14 secondary indicators,and 41 tertiary indicators.The overall evaluation score for empagliflozin was 90.35,and 89.47 for dapagliflozin.Conclusion The comprehensive clinical value of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus is slightly higher than that of dapagliflozin.This finding can serve as a reference for rational clinical drug use and related decision-making.
8.Influence of influenza A virus on macrophages based on JAK1/2-STAT1 signaling pathway and intervention effects of Ma Xing Shigan decoction drug containing serum
Chunjing CHEN ; Cheng ZHAO ; Fangguo LU ; Xianggang ZHANG ; Li HE ; Meihong PENG ; Bei CHEN ; Tong LI
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2025;41(7):1730-1736,1751
Objective:To investigate the effects of influenza A virus(IAV)on macrophages based on expression of cytokines mediated by Janus kinase/signal transducer and activator of transcription(JAK/STAT)pathway,and to further explore the intervention effects of Ma Xing Shigan decoction drug containing serum.Methods:RAW264.7 was divided into control group,JAK/STAT signal pathway activator group,inhibitor group,model group,oseltamivir group,antiviral granule group and Ma Xing Shigan decoction group.Cell samples were collected after the intervention of IAV and subsequent treating of drug-containing serum for 24 and 48 hours.Secretion levels of IL-1β and CXCL2 in supernatant were detected by ELISA.mRNA expression levels of influenza virus Nuclear Pro-tein(NP),JAK1/2 and STAT1 of cells were detected by RT-qPCR.Protein expression levels of JAK1/2 and STAT1 were detected by Western blot,and protein expression levels of p-STAT1 was detected by immunofluorescence.Correlation between protein expression levels of p-STAT1 and secretion of IL-1β and CXCL2 were evaluated by Pearson correlation analysis.Results:Secretion levels of IL-1β and CXCL2,mRNA expression levels of NP,JAK1/2,STAT1,protein levels of JAK1/2,STAT1 and p-STAT1 were increased,and protein levels of p-STAT1 was positively correlated with the secretion of IL-1β and CXCL2.Ma Xing Shigan decoction could down-regulate secretions of IL-1β and CXCL2,mRNA expression levels of NP,JAK1/2 and STAT1,protein expression levels of JAK1,JAK2,STAT1 and p-STAT1.Conclusion:Activation of JAK1/2-STAT1 signal pathway and imbalance of inflammatory factors may be one of the molecular mechanisms of immunopathological damage of macrophages induced by IAV.Ma Xing Shigan decoction may alle-viate pathogenic effects of IAV by regulating this signal pathway.
9.Comprehensive clinical evaluation of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
Bei ZHANG ; Qingxia XUE ; Lu CHEN ; Jiaojiao CHEN ; Huiyuan ZHANG ; Shengjun MU ; Fudong SUN ; Quan ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Pharmacoepidemiology 2025;34(10):1127-1139
Objective To conduct a multidimensional and multi-level evaluation of the comprehensive clinical value of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.Methods Based on the National Essential Medicines List(2018 Edition),dapagliflozin was selected as the control.A comprehensive clinical evaluation index system was established through literature review,focus group interviews and in-depth expert interviews,encompassing six dimensions:safety,efficacy,economy,suitability,innovation,and accessibility.The Delphi method and hierarchical direct weighting method were used to screen indicators and determine their weights.Evidence for each indicator was collected and integrated both qualitatively and quantitatively through literature research,real-world studies,and pharmacoeconomic evaluations.Experts scored the indicators based on the collected evidence,and a total score for the comprehensive clinical evaluation of empagliflozin was calculated by combining these scores with indicator weights,followed by a comparative analysis with dapagliflozin.Results A comprehensive clinical evaluation of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus was successfully established,consisting of 6 primary indicators,14 secondary indicators,and 41 tertiary indicators.The overall evaluation score for empagliflozin was 90.35,and 89.47 for dapagliflozin.Conclusion The comprehensive clinical value of empagliflozin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus is slightly higher than that of dapagliflozin.This finding can serve as a reference for rational clinical drug use and related decision-making.
10.Short-term and Long-term Clinical Outcomes of Combined Caudate Lobectomy for Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma Involving the Hepatic Hilus: A Propensity Score Analysis
Di ZENG ; Yaoqun WANG ; Ningyuan WEN ; Bei LI ; Nansheng CHENG ; Jiong LU
Gut and Liver 2025;19(3):438-453
Background/Aims:
Extended hepatectomy combined with caudate lobe resection has been approved for the radical resection of hilar cholangiocarcinoma. There was a lack of credible research on the clinical value of caudate lobectomy (CL) for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma involving the hepatic hilus when combined with hepatectomy. We aimed to compare the short-term and long-term outcomes of the combined procedure with those of only CL for curative resection of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma involving the hepatic hilus.
Methods:
This single-center retrospective cohort study of patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma was conducted from January 2007 to December 2021. Patients who underwent radical resection were enrolled in this study. The short-term and long-term clinical outcomes of the groups were compared before and after propensity score matching (PSM).
Results:
A total of 282 patients were included. There were no statistically significant differences in perioperative clinical outcomes between the CL group and the non-CL group before and after PSM. Compared to patients in the non-CL group, patients in the CL group had significantly longer overall survival before and after PSM (p=0.007 before PSM, p=0.033 after PSM). Moreover, compared to the non-CL group, the CL group had longer disease-free survival before and after PSM (p<0.001 before PSM, p=0.019 after PSM).
Conclusions
The postoperative complications of the CL group were comparable to those of the non-CL group. CL improved the long-term survival of patients with intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma involving the hepatic hilus when combined with hepatectomy. Therefore, hepatectomy combined with caudate lobe resection should be performed for patients with hilar cholangiocarcinoma.

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