1.Integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine therapy for Wilson disease
Yumei GU ; Yeqing HUANG ; Bei ZHANG ; Aiqun LIU ; Zhongxing PENG ; Mingfan HONG ; Zhihua ZHOU
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(3):529-534
Wilson disease (WD) is one of the few treatable neurogenetic disorders. Currently, Western medicine remains the main treatment method for WD, while since the 1990s, multiple studies conducted by Professor Yang Renmin and his team have shown that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) also has a favorable therapeutic effect. Based on the principle of low-copper diet for WD, this article systematically elaborates on the advantages, limitations, and key considerations of current Western medicine therapies (pharmacotherapy, liver transplantation, and splenectomy) and reviews the research findings of TCM in China, especially the wide application of Gandou Decoction in clinical practice. Studies have shown that Gandou Decoction can effectively improve neurological symptoms, protect hepatic and renal function, and avoid the adverse drug reactions associated with metal chelating agents, and therefore, it can be used an effective long-term adjuvant therapy for WD. It should be noted that symptoms and signs should be considered in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine therapy for WD, and high-copper TCM drugs should be avoided to prevent deterioration.
2.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.
3.Comparison of the application effects of bronchial blocker and double-lumen endotracheal tube in pediatric thoracoscopic lobectomy
Chao CHEN ; Na WU ; Bei PENG ; Yanyan ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Surgery 2025;33(4):393-396
Objective To compare the application effects of bronchial blocker(BB)and double-lumen endotracheal tube(DLT)in pediatric thoracoscopic lobectomy.Methods A total of 80 pediatric patients who underwent thoracoscopic lobectomy at Xuzhou Children's Hospital from February 2020 to February 2023 were randomly divided into the DLT group(n=40)and the BB group(n=40)by envelope drawing.The DLT group received treatment with double-lumen endotracheal tubes,while the BB group was treated with bronchial blockers.Perioperative indicators,mean arterial pressure(MAP),heart rate(HR)at different times,airway pressure,pre-and post-operative recovery quality scores(QoR-15),intraoperative lung collapse(LCS)scores,modified Aldrete recovery scores,and adverse reactions were compared between the two groups.Results The comparison of single-lung ventilation time,intubation positioning time,and anesthesia time between the two groups showed no statistically significant differences(P>0.05);however,the operation time of the BB group was(68.37±6.28)minutes and the hospital stay was(4.56±0.35)days,while those of the DLT group were(76.87±8.34)minutes and(5.97±0.70)days,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).There were no significant differences in the mean arterial pressure(MAP)and heart rate(HR)before induction(T0)between the two groups(P>0.05).The MAP of the BB group immediately after intubation(T1),2 minutes after intubation(T2),immediately after extubation(T3),and 2 minutes after extubation(T4)was(91.53±8.28)mmHg,(89.58±8.72)mmHg,(89.33±8.97)mmHg,and(95.40±9.86)mmHg,respectively.The HRS were(72.74±6.35)times/minute,(72.83±6.82)times/minute,(71.19±6.57)times/minute,and(73.63±7.46)times/minute respectively.The MAP in the DLT group was(83.88±7.29)mmHg,(83.40±7.66)mmHg,(85.17±7.91)mmHg,and(89.42±9.15)mmHg,respectively.HR was(66.68±6.17)times/minute,(64.27±6.19)times/minute,(65.97±6.28)times/minute,and(68.80±6.27)times/minute,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).The airway pressures of the BB group at 5 minutes of bilateral lung ventilation(T5),5 minutes of unilateral lung ventilation(T6),and 5 minutes of recovery of bilateral lung ventilation(T7)were(14.36±2.46)cmH2O,(17.34±2.75)cmH2O,and(15.30±2.32)emH2O,respectively.The values in the DLT group were(17.77±2.85)cmH2O,(21.35±3.17)cmH2O,and(18.49±2.99)cmH2O,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).There was no statistically significant difference in QOR-15 score and modified Aldrete recovery score one day before the operation between the two groups(P>0.05).One day after surgery,the QOR-15 score of the BB group was(119.33±12.20)points,and the intraoperative LCS score was(7.70±0.61)points,while those of the DLT group were(107.60±10.10)and(6.31±0.57)points,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).The incidence of adverse reactions was 10.0%in the BB group and 27.5%in the DLT group.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).Conclusion The application of bronchial blockers in pediatric thoracoscopic lobectomy shows better results compared to double-lumen endotracheal tubes.
4.Histaminergic Innervation of the Ventral Anterior Thalamic Nucleus Alleviates Motor Deficits in a 6-OHDA-Induced Rat Model of Parkinson's Disease.
Han-Ting XU ; Xiao-Ya XI ; Shuang ZHOU ; Yun-Yong XIE ; Zhi-San CUI ; Bei-Bei ZHANG ; Shu-Tao XIE ; Hong-Zhao LI ; Qi-Peng ZHANG ; Yang PAN ; Xiao-Yang ZHANG ; Jing-Ning ZHU
Neuroscience Bulletin 2025;41(4):551-568
The ventral anterior (VA) nucleus of the thalamus is a major target of the basal ganglia and is closely associated with the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease (PD). Notably, the VA receives direct innervation from the hypothalamic histaminergic system. However, its role in PD remains unknown. Here, we assessed the contribution of histamine to VA neuronal activity and PD motor deficits. Functional magnetic resonance imaging showed reduced VA activity in PD patients. Optogenetic activation of VA neurons or histaminergic afferents significantly alleviated motor deficits in 6-OHDA-induced PD rats. Furthermore, histamine excited VA neurons via H1 and H2 receptors and their coupled hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated channels, inward-rectifier K+ channels, or Ca2+-activated K+ channels. These results demonstrate that histaminergic afferents actively compensate for Parkinsonian motor deficits by biasing VA activity. These findings suggest that targeting VA histamine receptors and downstream ion channels may be a potential therapeutic strategy for PD motor dysfunction.
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Histamine/metabolism*
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5.Establishment of a LC-MS/MS method for detecting gamma-aminobutyric acid in plasma and its clinical application
Jia-qian QIN ; Lei CAO ; Ying-fei PENG ; Fang-jun CHEN ; Bai-shen PAN ; Bei-li WANG ; Wei GUO
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;52(5):708-716
Objective To establish a stable liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(LC-MS/MS)method for detecting gamma-aminobutyric acid(GABA)in plasma,and to evaluate the value of GABA detection in the diagnosis of sleep disorders.Methods GABA was detected using a UPLC Xevo TQs system.The method was pre-validated and its performance was verified to establish a reference range for healthy individuals.The difference in plasma GABA levels between apparently healthy individuals and patients with sleep disorders was compared.Results We employed deuterated compounds as isotopic internal standards and utilized an Amide chromatographic column for separation.The mobile phase was 0.050%formic acid in water and 90%acetonitrile in water containing 0.175%formic acid and 5 mmol/L ammonium acetate with gradient elution in the column temperature of 35℃.The linear range for the detection of GABA by LC-MS/MS was 0.05-10.00 μmol/L,with a lower limit of quantification of 0.02 μmol/L,the inter-day CV<3.00%and intra assay CV<4.00%,respectively,and the recovery rate was 101.06%-109.02%.The reference ranges for plasma GABA were established by analyzing 300 healthy controls stratified by age:18-34 years(0.08-0.15 μmol/L),35-49 years(0.10-0.20 μmol/L),and≥50 years(0.12-0.23 μmol/L).Then plasma GABA was used as a biomarker for auxiliary diagnosis of sleep disorders in analyzing 221 patients and 300 healthy controls,which revealed that AUC values were 0.510(P=0.850),0.686(P=0.002),and 0.890(P<0.001)in the groups of 18-34 years,35-49 years,and≥50 years,respectively,with optimal cut-off values of 0.09,0.10 and 0.11 μmol/L.Conclusion A reliable LC-MS/MS method for detecting GABA has been established,which can detect plasma GABA levels sensitively and accurately and can be used in assisting the clinical diagnosis of sleep disorders.
6.Long-term outcomes of endoscopic papillectomy for duodenal papillary adenomas and risk factors for incomplete resection
Kun LIU ; Xintong ZHANG ; Xiang ZHANG ; Muhan NI ; Peng YAN ; Bei TANG ; Wenting LI ; Dan XU ; Wen LI ; Pin WANG ; Dehua TANG ; Xiaoping ZOU ; Lei WANG ; Shanshan SHEN
Chinese Journal of Digestive Endoscopy 2025;42(7):545-551
Objective:To evaluate long-term outcomes of endoscopic papillectomy (EP) for duodenal papillary adenomas and to identify risk factors for incomplete resection.Methods:Clinical data of 180 patients diagnosed as having duodenal papillary adenoma via postoperative pathology after EP in Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, the Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School from January 2010 to December 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. Patients were divided into two groups based on their postoperative margin status: the complete resection group (negative resection margins) and the incomplete resection group (positive/uncertain resection margins). Recurrence rates were compared between the two groups, and logistic regression analysis was performed to identify risk factors for incomplete resection.Results:Among the 180 patients included in the study, 137 underwent complete resection, and 43 had incomplete resections. Recurrence rate was significantly higher in the incomplete resection group than that in the complete resection group (30.2% VS 15.3%, χ2=4.75, P=0.029). logistic regression analysis indicated that high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia was an independent risk factor for incomplete resection ( OR=2.43, 95% CI:1.12-5.26, P=0.024). Conclusion:Patients with incomplete resection after EP have a higher recurrence rate in the long-term follow-up. High-grade intraepithelial neoplasia is an independent risk factor for incomplete resection. Close surveillance and aggressive management are warranted for patients with positive or uncertain resection margins to mitigate the recurrence risk.
7.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).
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.Application progress of multi-agent systems in pain management for cancer patients
Mengxin HE ; Wenjia WEI ; Defeng CHEN ; Wanlin PENG ; Bei LI ; Xuhui DONG ; Jiabao LI ; Yang YANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(2):266-270
Cancer patients often experience worsening pain due to the limitations of traditional pharmacological treatments. This paper explores the innovative application of multi-agent systems in this field. As a key component of artificial intelligence, multi-agent systems assist healthcare providers in making intelligent decisions and interventions based on patients' conditions, and can collaborate with other smart devices to provide personalized care. This review discusses the concept of multi-agent systems, their application in pain management, and the potential challenges and countermeasures, aiming to provide guidance for the intelligent management of cancer patient pain.
10.Comparison of the application effects of bronchial blocker and double-lumen endotracheal tube in pediatric thoracoscopic lobectomy
Chao CHEN ; Na WU ; Bei PENG ; Yanyan ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Surgery 2025;33(4):393-396
Objective To compare the application effects of bronchial blocker(BB)and double-lumen endotracheal tube(DLT)in pediatric thoracoscopic lobectomy.Methods A total of 80 pediatric patients who underwent thoracoscopic lobectomy at Xuzhou Children's Hospital from February 2020 to February 2023 were randomly divided into the DLT group(n=40)and the BB group(n=40)by envelope drawing.The DLT group received treatment with double-lumen endotracheal tubes,while the BB group was treated with bronchial blockers.Perioperative indicators,mean arterial pressure(MAP),heart rate(HR)at different times,airway pressure,pre-and post-operative recovery quality scores(QoR-15),intraoperative lung collapse(LCS)scores,modified Aldrete recovery scores,and adverse reactions were compared between the two groups.Results The comparison of single-lung ventilation time,intubation positioning time,and anesthesia time between the two groups showed no statistically significant differences(P>0.05);however,the operation time of the BB group was(68.37±6.28)minutes and the hospital stay was(4.56±0.35)days,while those of the DLT group were(76.87±8.34)minutes and(5.97±0.70)days,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).There were no significant differences in the mean arterial pressure(MAP)and heart rate(HR)before induction(T0)between the two groups(P>0.05).The MAP of the BB group immediately after intubation(T1),2 minutes after intubation(T2),immediately after extubation(T3),and 2 minutes after extubation(T4)was(91.53±8.28)mmHg,(89.58±8.72)mmHg,(89.33±8.97)mmHg,and(95.40±9.86)mmHg,respectively.The HRS were(72.74±6.35)times/minute,(72.83±6.82)times/minute,(71.19±6.57)times/minute,and(73.63±7.46)times/minute respectively.The MAP in the DLT group was(83.88±7.29)mmHg,(83.40±7.66)mmHg,(85.17±7.91)mmHg,and(89.42±9.15)mmHg,respectively.HR was(66.68±6.17)times/minute,(64.27±6.19)times/minute,(65.97±6.28)times/minute,and(68.80±6.27)times/minute,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).The airway pressures of the BB group at 5 minutes of bilateral lung ventilation(T5),5 minutes of unilateral lung ventilation(T6),and 5 minutes of recovery of bilateral lung ventilation(T7)were(14.36±2.46)cmH2O,(17.34±2.75)cmH2O,and(15.30±2.32)emH2O,respectively.The values in the DLT group were(17.77±2.85)cmH2O,(21.35±3.17)cmH2O,and(18.49±2.99)cmH2O,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).There was no statistically significant difference in QOR-15 score and modified Aldrete recovery score one day before the operation between the two groups(P>0.05).One day after surgery,the QOR-15 score of the BB group was(119.33±12.20)points,and the intraoperative LCS score was(7.70±0.61)points,while those of the DLT group were(107.60±10.10)and(6.31±0.57)points,respectively.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).The incidence of adverse reactions was 10.0%in the BB group and 27.5%in the DLT group.There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups(P<0.05).Conclusion The application of bronchial blockers in pediatric thoracoscopic lobectomy shows better results compared to double-lumen endotracheal tubes.

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