1.Correlation of non-suicidal self-injury behavior with anhedonia and dysfunctional attitudes in children and adolescents with depression
YANG Yang, RUI Zhongyang, LI Biao
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(6):850-854
Objective:
To explore the relationship of non suicidal self injury (NSSI) with anhedonia and dysfunctional attitudes in children and adolescents with depression, in order to provide a basis for the prevention and treatment of NSSI patients.
Methods:
A total of 157 children and adolescents with depression admitted to Wuhan Psychosomatic Hospital from February 2023 to February 2025 were enrolled and divided into an NSSI group(36 cases) and a non NSSI group (121 cases), according to the diagnostic criteria of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. The Childhood Trauma Questionnaire-Short Form (CTQ-SF) Chinese version of Dimensional Anhedonia Rating Scale (DARS) and the Chinese version of Dysfunctional Attitude Scale-A (DAS-A) were utilized to evaluate the childhood trauma, anhedonia and dysfunctional attitude scores, respectively. Spearman correlation analysis was used to analyze the relationship between NSSI and DARS, DAS-A scores. Multivariable Logistic regression analysis was performed to examine the relationship of NSSI with childhood trauma, DARS and DAS-A scores in children and adolescents with depression.
Results:
The incidence rate of NSSI of children and adolescents was 22.93%. The proportions of childhood trauma and major depression in NSSI group (58.33% and 61.11%) were higher than those in non NSSI group (35.54% and 41.32%), with statistical differences ( χ 2=5.79, 4.38, both P <0.05). The total score of DAS-A with (188.41±35.27) in NSSI group was higher than in non NSSI group (140.21±30.62), while the scores across DARS dimensions (hobbies, food/drinks, social activities, sensory experiences) and total DARS score (5.37±1.22, 6.96±1.48, 7.13±2.02, 12.06±3.15, 30.19±7.43) were significantly lower than those in the non NSSI group (9.04±2.25, 10.16±2.43, 10.97±2.62, 14.51±4.08, 44.16±12.51),with statistical differences ( t =8.00, -9.37, -7.49, -8.10, -3.32, -6.37, all P <0.01). The NSSI in children and adolescents with depression was positively correlated with childhood trauma, severity of depression and DAS-A total score, and negatively correlated with DARS total score ( r =0.21, 0.63, 0.54, -0.50, all P <0.05). After adjusting for severity of depression, multivariate Logistic regression analysis revealed that childhood trauma, total scores of DARS and DAS-A were all correlated factors for the occurrence of NSSI in children and adolescents with depression ( OR =1.52, 1.48, 1.96, all P <0.05).
Conclusion
The risk of NSSI in children and adolescents with depression is relatively high, and NSSI is closely related to anhedonia, dysfunctional attitudes and childhood trauma.
2.The Potential Role of β-Asarone inCalcium Imbalance and Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Melanoma Cells
Yuze LIU ; Wei TANG ; Biao YU ; Qinghua YANG ; Wenbing LAI
Annals of Dermatology 2026;38(1):75-83
Background:
The treatment landscape for melanoma, a particularly malignant skin cancer, is constrained by notable drug resistance and toxicity. β-Asarone, a natural compound from Acorus tatarinowii, has shown anticancer potential. Disruption of calcium homeostasis and mitochondrial dysfunction are key regulators of tumor cell survival and death.
Objective:
This research was conducted to investigate the impact of β-Asarone on B16F10 melanoma cells, focusing on its potential to induce apoptosis by modulating calcium signaling and mitochondrial function.
Methods:
Cell proliferation and apoptosis were evaluated using CCK-8, colony formation, EdU, and TUNEL assays. Intracellular calcium levels and mitochondrial membrane potential were measured using Fluo-4 AM, Rhod-2 AM, and JC-1 staining. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) levels were assessed by fluorescent probes and ATP assay. Western blotting was utilized to detect apoptosis-related proteins, AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) pathway activation, and mitochondrial dynamics (OPA1, DRP1, FIS1).
Results:
Treatment with β-Asarone notably inhibited the proliferation of B16F10 cells while simultaneously inducing apoptosis. Fluorescent probe analysis revealed that β-Asarone triggered cytosolic and mitochondrial Ca 2+ overloaded in both the cytosol and mitochondria, accompanied by decreased mitochondrial membrane potential, elevated ROS levels, and reduced ATP production. Western blot analysis showed increased expression of DRP1 and FIS1, decreased OPA1, and enhanced AMPK phosphorylation, indicating that β-Asarone promotes mitochondrial fission through AMPK activation, likely driven by intracellular calcium imbalance.
Conclusion
This study demonstrates that β-Asarone induces apoptosis in B16F10 melanoma cells by triggering Ca 2+ overload and mitochondrial dysfunction.
3.Animal models for transfusion-related adverse reactions: a systematic review and subgroup meta-analysis
Biao YANG ; Hong FENG ; Zhenxin YANG ; Shudan ZHENG ; Jiao YANG ; Yunkai HU ; Yangping WU
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2026;39(5):682-688
Objective: To systematically review the modeling strategies, primary outcomes, and quantifiable effects in animal models of transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI), transfusion-associated circulatory overload (TACO), acute hemolytic transfusion reaction (AHTR), and related transfusion paradigms. Subgroup meta-analysis was designated as the primary analytical framework, with the overall pooled effect treated as exploratory. Methods: We searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) from inception to December 30, 2025. Eligible studies utilized animal models to simulate transfusion-related adverse reactions and provided extractable quantitative outcomes. The SYRCLE tool was used to assess the risk of bias. Random-effects models were employed to calculate odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Prespecified subgroup analyses were conducted for TRALI, TACO, AHTR, and donor sex-related transfusion paradigms. Additional analyses included funnel plots, Egger/Begg tests, leave-one-out sensitivity analyses, and meta-regression based on publication year. Results: Twenty-one studies comprising 24 independent comparisons were included in the quantitative synthesis. The overall pooled estimate was OR=1.07 (95% CI:0.69-1.66), with substantial heterogeneity (I
=96%). Subgroup analyses yielded the following estimates: TRALI, OR=0.83 (95%CI:0.57-1.21, I
=97%); TACO, OR=1.85 (95%CI:0.54-6.34, I
=93%); donor sex-related paradigms, OR=1.49 (95%CI:1.02-2.17, I
=85%); and AHTR, OR=0.26 (95%CI:0.10-0.64, I
=0%). Between-subgroup differences were statistically significant (P<0.000 1). Publication year was positively correlated with effect size (P=0.001 4). Most studies demonstrated unclear risk of bias across several SYRCLE domains due to incomplete methodological reporting. Conclusion: Animal models of transfusion-related adverse reactions exhibit significant structural heterogeneity across syndrome categories. Therefore, subgroup-specific and narrative syntheses are recommended as the primary presentation framework, rather than relying on a single overall pooled effect. Complement-targeted interventions in AHTR models demonstrated a consistent protective signal. In contrast, TRALI and TACO models require greater standardization in modeling protocols and endpoint definitions to reduce methodological variability.
4.Analysis of potentially inappropriate medication and influencing factors among the elderly in six nursing homes in Urumqi
Qianhui LI ; Jianhua WANG ; Shangjie YANG ; Biao WU ; Lina ZHU ; Dongling PENG ; Hui GAO ; Chunlin LUO ; Zhanlei QIN ; Eli GULMIRA ; Ningning WANG ; Aierken AIZEZIJIANG ; Yubo WANG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(12):1614-1620
OBJECTIVE To investigate the prevalence and influencing factors of potentially inappropriate medication (PIM) among the elderly in nursing homes in Urumqi based on three PIM screening tools, and to compare the applicability of different tools. METHODS A cross-sectional study design was adopted. Elderly individuals from six nursing homes in Urumqi were selected as the research subjects from May 2021 to September 2023. Demographic characteristics, disease burden and medication records of the elderly were collected. PIM screening was performed using the Chinese PIM criteria (2024 edition), the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Beers criteria (2023 edition), and the Screening Tool of Older Person’S Prescriptions(STOPP)/Screening Tool to Alert to Right Treatment(START) (2023 edition). Fleiss’s Kappa test was used to assess the consistency among the three screening tools, and multivariate Logistic regression was used to analyze the influencing factors of PIM. RESULTS The prevalence of PIM screened by the Chinese PIM criteria was 47.4% (323/682), by the AGS Beers criteria was 43.4% (296/682), and by the STOPP criteria was 50.9% (347/682). The consistency among the three screening tools was low (Fleiss’s Kappa=0.12, P <0.001). Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that all three screening tools indicated that polypharmacy, aspirin use and psychotropic drug use were independent risk factors for PIM among elderly in nursing houses (all OR>1, P <0.05). CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of PIM among the elderly in nursing homes in Urumqi is relatively high. Polypharmacy, aspirin use and psychotropic drug use are common independent risk factors for PIM. There are differences in screening results among the three tools with low consistency. The Chinese PIM criteria can serve as a first-line tool for PIM screening in nursing homes.
5.Epidemiological Characteristics and infection sources of cholera in China from 2005 to 2024
Fengfeng LIU ; Yang SONG ; Yao YI ; Jingyun ZHANG ; Siping HUANG ; Jie ZHANG ; Weili LIANG ; Liping WANG ; Yanping ZHANG ; Biao KAN ; Zhaorui CHANG
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2025;59(6):877-883
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and infection sources of cholera in China from 2005 to 2024.Methods:A total of 2 066 cholera cases were included in the study, which were obtained from the China Disease Control and Prevention Information System (CDPCIS) of China CDC. The information on cholera clusters was downloaded from the National Public Health Emergency Event Surveillance System (PHEESS) of China CDC. A total of 128 cholera clusters were included and analyzed in this study. The epidemiological characteristics and infection sources of cholera were analyzed. The Jointpoint model was applied to analyze the incidence trend, and annual percentage change (APC) was also quantified.Results:From 2005 to 2024, a total of 2 066 cholera cases were reported, with an average of 103 cases reported annually. Specifically, the incidence showed a marked downward trend from 2004 to 2015 ( APC=-26.78%, P=0.006). During 2015-2024, the disease remained at low endemic levels, with an average of 18 reported cases annually ( APC=-2.68%, P=0.807). Cholera peak season was from May to October. A total of 24 provinces reported cholera cases, which were mainly distributed in Zhejiang, Fujian, Beijing, Jiangsu, Anhui, Guangdong, and Hainan provinces, accounting for 78.03% of the total cases. Pathogen surveillance indicated an alternating prevalence of Vibrio cholerae serogroups O1 and O139 among laboratory-confirmed cases between 2005 and 2024. There was a disparity in the dominant serogroup of Vibrio cholerae by region. The results from 128 cholera clusters indicated that cholera outbreaks frequently occurred in rural banquets (64.84%), followed by regular restaurants (13.28%). Among these, 63 clusters (49.22%) with identified infection sources indicated that foodborne transmission (95.24%) was the primary mode of cholera transmission, which mainly through seafood and aquatic products, such as soft-shelled turtles, shrimp and shellfish. The characteristics of cholera clusters caused by Vibrio cholerae serogroups O1 and O139 showed statistically significant differences in scale, attack rate, place of residence, setting, and infection source ( P<0.05). Conclusion:Cholera incidence has remained consistently low since 2015 in China, mainly in sporadic cases. Rural gatherings (e.g., wedding banquets) are the main settings for cholera clusters. The main infection sources are predominantly caused by cross-contamination due to improper processing practices of aquatic products, such as soft-shelled turtles.
6.Study on the association between heatwaves and fall-related mortality risk in seven provinces of China
Zhiying JIANG ; Ruilin MENG ; Ruoyi ZHANG ; Xuelong GU ; Jianxiong HU ; Min YU ; Yang CHEN ; Chunliang ZHOU ; Biao HUANG ; Ziyi LIANG ; Sujuan CHEN ; Jianhao LI ; Guanhao HE ; Tao LIU ; Hua GUO ; Wenjun MA
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2025;46(4):566-572
Objective:To evaluate the association between heatwaves and fall-related mortality.Methods:A total of 61 421 fall-related mortality from 2013 to 2022 in 7 provinces of China were included in a time-stratified case-crossover design, with daily meteorological data derived from the fifth generation European Reanalysis dataset produced by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts. Conditional logistic regression chimeric distributed lag nonlinear model was used to analyze the association between heatwaves and fall-related mortality and stratified analysis was conducted according to gender and age.Results:Heatwaves were associated with an increased risk of fall-related morality. The risk of fall-related mortality during heatwaves was higher than during non-heatwave periods ( OR=1.11, 95% CI: 1.05-1.18). The attributable fraction of fall-related motality due to heatwaves was 10.25% (95% CI: 4.49%-15.36%). For each 1 ℃ increase above the heatwave threshold, the risk of fall-related mortality increased by 34% ( OR=1.34, 95% CI: 1.02-1.76). The effect of heatwave duration on fall-related mortality was not statistically significant. Stratified analyses indicated that women experienced a higher risk of fall-related mortality during heatwaves ( OR=1.13, 95% CI: 1.04-1.22) compared to man ( OR=1.10, 95% CI: 1.04-1.17). Conclusions:Heatwave increases the risk of fall-related mortality, and the intensity of heatwaves modify this risk. Women are vulnerable populations.
7.Epidemiological characteristics of bacillary dysentery in China, 2005-2024
Yunfei ZHANG ; Fengfeng LIU ; Yang SONG ; Tian QIN ; Dong JIN ; Zhaorui CHANG ; Biao KAN
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2025;46(6):942-950
Objective:The objective of this study was to understand the incidence, spatial and temporal distribution characteristics and trends of bacillary dysentery in China from 2005 to 2024 in order to identify the high-risk groups and reveal the potential risk factors and to provide a scientific basis for optimizing the allocation of preventive and control resources, formulating targeted intervention strategies and assessing the effectiveness of the measures.Methods:The nationally reported incidence data of bacillary dysentery was collected from 2005 to 2024 in the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention National Notifiable Diseases Reporting Information System. Descriptive epidemiological methods were used to analyze the population characteristics of bacillary dysentery cases. A Joinpoint regression model was constructed to examine long-term trends in reported incidence rates and spatial dynamic window scanning statistics were applied to detect spatial clusters of bacillary dysentery cases.Results:Between 2005 and 2024, 3 520 247 cases of bacillary dysentery were reported across China, with an average incidence rate of 12.88 per 100 000 people, after which the rate of decline decreased. The incidence rate showed a general downward trend, featuring a significant inflection point in 2016. It exhibited marked seasonality, peaking from May to October (summer-autumn), which weakened over time. From 2005 to 2024, the most likely clusters were in Beijing and Tianjin. Males, infants, the elderly, farmers, and children not in daycare showed many cases.Conclusions:The results revealed that the peak incidence of bacillary dysentery in China from 2005 to 2024 was featured in the summer-autumn months. High-incidence areas were mainly Beijing and Tianjin. The key groups, including males, infants, the elderly, farmers and children not in daycare, were identified. Enhancing surveillance, targeted health education, and preventive measures, especially in these key populations and in regions where the disease shows a high incidence should be strengthened.
8.Analysis on Registration Status of Clinical Trials of Common Anorectal Diseases in China Based on ChiCTR
Biao LIANG ; Yiheng YANG ; Jiachun NI ; Shiwei QIAN ; Shuo HUANG ; Zhenyi WANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(1):55-59
Objective To analyze the current status of clinical trial registration of common anorectal diseases in Chinese Clinical Trial Registry(ChiCTR)and the research of TCM.Methods The ChiCTR database was retrieved to collect and organize clinical trials related to hemorrhoids,anal fissures,anal fistulas,perianal abscesses,and perianal eczema.The retrieval time was from the establishment of the database to December 10,2023.Characterization of included registration trials was analyzed.Results A total of 148 registered projects were included,75 of which were TCM-related clinical trials.Among them,134 clinical trials were pre-registered and 121 passed the ethical review.Shanghai,Jiangsu,Guangdong,Beijing and Sichuan accounted for 76.35%of the total number of registrations,and the largest number of registered projects was in Shuguang Hospital affiliated with Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.The top 3 funding sources were local finance,self-funding and hospital funding.The registered projects were mainly intervention studies.114 studies used randomized methods and 34 studies were blinded.Conclusion At present,the number of ChiCTR-registered clinical trials on anorectal diseases is on an increasing trend,and the treatment of anorectal diseases with TCM has obvious characteristics.However,there are cases of irregular filling of registration content and uneven regional distribution.
9.Analysis on Current Status of Clinical Trial Registration on TCM Prevention and Treatment of Constipation in China
Shuo HUANG ; Biao LIANG ; Yiheng YANG ; Jiachun NI ; Shiwei QIAN ; Zhenyi WANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(5):62-67
Objective To investigate the distribution characteristics and future trends of clinical trials related to TCM prevention and treatment of constipation by analyzing the clinical trials registered in the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry(ChiCTR).Methods The clinical trials data related to TCM prevention and treatment of constipation in the ChiCTR database were retrieved from the establishment of the database to April 15,2024.Excel 2019 was utilized for de-duplication.Subsequently,SPSS 26.0 was employed to analyze the general characteristics,research types,intervention measures,etc.of the included trials,charts were drawn,and the clinical trial characteristics were summarized.Results A total of 107 clinical trials were included,with 102 being pre-registered,involving 21 provincial-level administrative regions and 75 clinical institutions.The top five regions in terms of the number of registered clinical trials were Beijing(19.63%),Shanghai(15.89%),Guangdong(14.02%),Sichuan(10.28%)and Jiangsu(9.35%).The top three sources of funding were local finance(28.97%),self-raised funds(18.69%)and hospital-funded funds(15.89%).The research types were mostly intervention studies(92.52%),of which 41 explicitly stated the use of blinding methods,and the main research design type is randomized parallel controlled trial.Conclusion The number of clinical trials related to TCM prevention and treatment of constipation registered in ChiCTR is on an upward trend.However,there is a noticeable geographical imbalance in the distribution of these trials,and there is a need for further improvement in the quality of trial design and the standardization of registration information.
10.Simultaneous Use of Three Endoscopes Combined With Holmium Laser in the Treatment of Gallstones Complicated With Common Bile Duct Stones:a Prospective Randomized Controlled Study
Junkai YANG ; Zedong HAO ; Wenliang GUO ; Zhiqiang WANG ; Biao WU
Chinese Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery 2025;25(7):398-404
Objective To investigate the clinical effect of simultaneous use of three endoscopes(laparoscope,choledochoscope,and duodenoscope)combined with holmium laser in the treatment of gallstones complicated with common bile duct stones.Methods A prospective randomized controlled study was carried out.A total of 80 patients with cholecystolithiasis combined with choledocholithiasis in our hospital from August 2022 to January 2024 were selected and divided into three-endoscope group(n=40)and two-endoscope group(n=40)according to random number table method.Patients in the three-endoscope group underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy(LC)and laparoscopic common bile duct exploration(LCBDE)combined with holmium laser lithotripsy,primary closure of the common bile duct,endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP),and endoscopic nasobiliary drainage(ENBD),while the two-endoscope group underwent LC+LCBDE+T-tube drainage.The intraoperative bleeding volume,operation time,hospitalization time,hospitalization costs,and postoperative complications between the two groups were observed and analyzed.Results There was no significant difference in intraoperative bleeding volume between the two groups[(55.6±14.3)ml vs.(53.2±16.3)ml,t=0.703,P=0.484].The operation time of the three-endoscope group was significantly longer than that in the two-endoscope group[214.5(171.5,246.8)min vs.178.0(151.0,227.8)min,Z=-2.069,P=0.039].The length of hospital stay in the three-endoscope group was significantly shorter than that in the two-endoscope group[(13.2±3.3)d vs.(16.2±3.7)d,t=3.864,P=0.001].The hospitalization costs were significantly higher in the three-endoscope group than those in the two-endoscope group[39 316.0(32 338.5,43 421.0)yuan vs.33 717.0(30 873.3,37 813.3)yuan,Z=-3.272,P=0.001].There were no significant differences in the incidence of postoperative pancreatitis[2.5%(1/40)vs.2.5%(1/40),χ2=0.000,P=1.000],the incidence of bile leakage[7.5%(3/40)vs.2.5%(1/40),χ2=0.263,P=0.615],and residual stone rate[7.5%(3/40)vs.0.0%(0/40),P=0.241]between the two groups.Forty cases in the three-endoscope group were followed up for 2-20 months,with a median of 13 months.One case of stone recurrence occurred at 8 months after surgery.Forty patients in the two-endoscope group were followed up for 1-21 months,with a median of 15 months.There was 1 case of stone recurrence at 6 and 10 months postoperatively,respectively.There was no statistically significant difference in stone recurrence rate between the two groups[2.5%(1/40)vs.5.0%(2/40),χ2=0.000,P=1.000].Conclusions LC+LCBDE combined with holmium laser lithotripsy,primary closure of the common bile duct,ERCP,and ENBD in the treatment of cholecystolithiasis and choledocholithiasis can shorten the hospitalization time.The replacement of T-tube with nasobiliary duct protects the function of the Oddi sphincter,which is more in line with the concept of minimally invasive surgery and worthy of clinical application.


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