1.Current Status and Prospects of Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Prevention and Treatment for Gastric Precancerous Lesions
Haiyan BAI ; Tai ZHANG ; Ping WANG ; Lin LIU ; Weichao XU ; Yaxin TIAN ; Lanshuo HU ; Qian YANG ; Xudong TANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(4):410-415
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), through its multi-target and systematic regulatory effects, has demonstrated unique advantages in the treatment of gastric precancerous lesions (GPL). At present, TCM theoretical research on GPL is mainly reflected in three aspects, the integration of macroscopic syndrome differentiation, the inflammation-carcinoma transformation mechanism, as well as the systematization and scientization of theoretical inheritance from famous TCM practitioners. High-quality evidence-based research findings serve as the foundation for clinical practice guidelines on GPL, and TCM has gained international academic recognition in the field of GPL prevention and treatment. Research on TCM mechanisms has yielded a series of important outcomes in the aspects of signaling pathways, gene expression regulation, cellular epigenetics, histone modification, and intestinal microecology. It is proposed that future research on GPL should focus on four key directions, establishing multi-omics data, exploring targeted intervention strategies on key regulatory nodes, advancing the standardization process of integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine prevention and treatment technologies, and constructing stratified screening and intervention platforms. The in-depth integration of TCM microcosmic mechanism of action with its macroscopic syndrome differentiation and treatment system, coupled with interdisciplinary research, will provide valuable references for the clinical treatment and scientific research of GPL.
2.Evaluation of public health governance capacity in Zhejiang Province
Haiyan LI ; Ting CHEN ; Chengyue LI ; Huihui HUANGFU ; Wei WANG ; Qunhong SHEN ; Chaoyang ZHANG ; Zheng CHEN ; Chuan PU ; Lingzhong XU ; Anning MA ; Zhaohui GONG ; Tianqiang XU ; Panshi WANG ; Hua WANG ; Chao HAO ; Zhi HU ; Peiwu SHI ; Mo HAO
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2026;38(2):153-158
ObjectiveTo systematically assess the public health governance capacity in Zhejiang Province, to conduct an in-depth analysis of its strengths and weaknesses, so as to provide scientific basis and strategic recommendations for further enhancement. MethodsA systematic collection of policy documents, public information reports, and research literature related to public health governance capacity in Zhejiang Province from 2002 to 2023 was conducted (encompassing a total of 1 263 policy documents, 138 pieces of information reports and 631 research articles). Based on the evaluation criteria suitable for public health systems previously developed by the research team, the basic status and magnitude of change in public health governance capacity in Zhejiang Province was evaluated. Additionally, normative gap analyses were employed to identify the strengths and weaknesses. ResultsZhejiang Province ranked 4th nationwide in terms of public health governance capacity with a score of 733.4 points (1 000.0-point maximum). The province has effectively implemented the principle of health first (scoring 698.5 points in the assessment of health-first strategy implementation) and attached sufficient importance to health-related goals (scoring 658.2 points in the scientific rationality of goal setting). However, the implementation of inter-departmental coordination and incentive mechanisms only scored 178.7 points, the feasibility of management and monitoring mechanisms scored even lower at only 144.0 points, and the coverage of incentive mechanisms scored 286.0 points. ConclusionZhejiang Province has effectively implemented its health first strategy and attached great importance to health targets, but still needs to strengthen cross-departmental coordination mechanisms and health-oriented incentives.
3.Primary regional disparities in clinical characteristics, treatments, and outcomes of a typically designed study of valvular heart disease at 46 tertiary hospitals in China: Insights from the China-VHD Study.
Xiangming HU ; Yunqing YE ; Zhe LI ; Qingrong LIU ; Zhenyan ZHAO ; Zheng ZHOU ; Weiwei WANG ; Zikai YU ; Haitong ZHANG ; Zhenya DUAN ; Bincheng WANG ; Bin ZHANG ; Junxing LV ; Shuai GUO ; Yanyan ZHAO ; Runlin GAO ; Haiyan XU ; Yongjian WU
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(8):937-946
BACKGROUND:
Valvular heart disease (VHD) has become increasingly common with the aging in China. This study aimed to evaluate regional differences in the clinical features, management strategies, and outcomes of patients with VHD across different regions in China.
METHODS:
Data were collected from the China-VHD Study. From April 2018 to June 2018, 12,347 patients who presented with moderate or severe native VHD with a median of 2 years of follow-up from 46 centers at certified tertiary hospitals across 31 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities in Chinese mainland were included in this study. According to the locations of the research centers, patients were divided into five regional groups: eastern, southern, western, northern, and central China. The clinical features of VHD patients were compared among the five geographical regions. The primary outcome was all-cause mortality or rehospitalization for heart failure. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was used to compare the cumulative incidence rate.
RESULTS:
Among the enrolled patients (mean age, 61.96 years; 6877 [55.70%] male), multiple VHD was the most frequent type (4042, 32.74%), which was mainly found in eastern China, followed by isolated mitral regurgitation (3044, 24.65%), which was mainly found in northern China. The etiology of VHD varied significantly across different regions of China. The overall rate of valve interventions was 32.67% (4008/12,268), with the highest rate in southern China at 48.46% (205/423). In terms of procedure, the proportion of transcatheter valve intervention was relatively low compared to that of surgical treatment. Patients with VHD in western China had the highest incidence of all-cause mortality or rehospitalization for heart failure. Valve intervention significantly improved the outcome of patients with VHD in all five regions (all P <0.05).
CONCLUSIONS:
This study revealed that patients with VHD in China are characterized by significant geographic disparities in clinical features, treatment, and clinical outcomes. Targeted efforts are needed to improve the management and prognosis of patients with VHD in China according to differences in geographical characteristics.
REGISTRATION
ClinicalTrials.gov , NCT03484806.
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4.Prevalence of common diseases among primary and secondary school students in Xinzhou District, Wuhan City in 2019-2022
Yongfeng HU ; Li MEI ; Shufeng WANG ; Haiyan CHEN ; Jiyun PEI
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2025;36(4):133-136
Objective To investigate the growth, development and health status of primary and secondary school students in Xinzhou District of Wuhan, and analyze the detection and change trend of common diseases in primary and secondary school students, and to provide a basis for relevant departments to formulate prevention and control measures of common diseases in students. Methods The monitoring data of common diseases and health influencing factors of primary and secondary school students in Xinzhou District from 2019 to 2022 were analyzed and compared according to different genders, different grades and ages. SPSS 20.0 software was used to analyze the data of detection rates of myopia, dental caries, obesity, malnutrition and abnormal spinal curvature. Results The overall detection rates of myopia, dental caries, malnutrition, obesity and abnormal spinal curvature were 57.00%, 58.45%, 4.60%, 14.91%, and 6.33%, respectively, in Xinzhou District from 2019 to 2022. The annual change rates were 7.22%, 15.10%, -2.72%, 13.29%, and 4.91%, respectively. The detection rates of myopia, dental caries, obesity and abnormal spinal curvature showed an increasing trend in each year (χ2 ≥17.22, P<0.001). The detection rates of myopia and malnutrition increased with the increase of age and school level (both χ2≥42.37, P<0.001), while the opposite was true for the detection rates of dental caries and obesity (both χ2≥14.26, P<0.001). The detection rates of myopia and dental caries were higher in girls than in boys (both χ2≥33.66, P<0.001), while the detection rates of obesity and abnormal spinal curvature were higher in boys than in girls (both χ2≥8.22, P<0.005). The detection rates of myopia, dental caries, obesity and abnormal spinal curvature in 2019 were lower than those in 2020-2022 (χ2≥4.11, P<0.05), while the detection rates of malnutrition had decreased. Conclusion The growth, development and health status of primary and secondary school students in Xinzhou District are serious. The detection rate of common diseases such as myopia, dental caries, obesity and abnormal curvature of the spine is on the rise, which should be the focus of the surveillance work of common diseases in primary and secondary school students in the future, and comprehensive intervention measures are urgently needed to prevent and control these common diseases.
5.XK gene deletion leading to McLeod syndrome and high-frequency antigen antibodies: identification and transfusion strategy
Jing LI ; Kewen YAO ; Yun DU ; Haiyan HU ; Hongli ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(8):1107-1112
Objective: To investigate the hematological characteristics of the rare McLeod phenotype associated with X-linked chronic granulomatous disease, KEL and XK gene analysis, identification of unexpected antibodies, serological characteristics of high-frequency antigen antibodies, and transfusion strategies. Methods: Serological methods were employed to determine the ABO, Rh, and other blood group system antigen phenotypes of the child, along with screening and identification of unexpected antibodies. The titers of high-frequency antigen antibodies were measured using tube antihuman globulin and microcolumn gel card techniques. Kell blood group typing was performed using serological and genotyping methods, while XK gene sequencing was conducted via next-generation sequencing. Peripheral blood smears from the child's mother were examined for erythrocyte morphology. Results: The child's serological results were as follows: blood group O, ccDEE, MM, Le(a-b+), JK(a+b+), Fy(a+b-), and Kell phenotype K-k+, Kp(a-b+). Plasma analysis revealed alloantibodies anti-C、e, as well as a high-frequency antigen antibody anti-KL, with titers of 512 (tube method) and 2 048 (microcolumn gel method). Genotyping results showed KEL genotype K-k+, Kp(a-b+), Js(a-b+), while XK gene NGS identified a hemizygous deletion of exons 1-3 (XK
N. 01), consistent with XK: -1 or Kx-(McLeod). The mother's peripheral blood smear exhibited prominent acanthocytes. Conclusion: The hematological features of this rare McLeod phenotype with X-CGD include weakened Kell antigen expression and a complete exon deletion in the XK gene. Early clinical attention should be given to the symptoms and laboratory diagnosis of X-linked chronic granulomatous disease in pediatric patients. XK genotyping for McLeod phenotype should be prioritized to guide cautious transfusion strategies, preventing life-threatening complications due to incompatible blood products.
6.Research progress on the treatment of in-stent restenosis in coronary drug-eluting stents
Chengwei HU ; Haiyan ZHANG ; Mingzhi LONG
Chinese Journal of Arteriosclerosis 2025;33(8):729-736
With the widespread application of drug-eluting stent(DES)technology and rapid advancement in stent bioengineering,the efficacy and safety of percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI)have significantly improved.Howev-er,the incidence of in-stent restenosis(ISR)remains a critical issue,with approximately 1%to 2%of patients requiring repeat revascularization annually.Given the global implantation of millions of DES each year,ISR has emerged as a major clinical challenge demanding urgent resolution.The pathological mechanisms underlying DES-ISR are complex and heter-ogeneous,and with continuous progress in intracoronary imaging techniques,these mechanisms and classifications have been further elucidated.Concurrently,therapeutic tools and strategies for ISR are undergoing ongoing development and optimization.This review summarizes recent research progress and achievements in the definition,classification,patho-logical mechanisms,imaging characteristics,and treatment approaches related to DES-ISR.
7.Characterization of vaginal flora in pregnant women during the second trimester using 16S rRNA full-length gene sequencing
Yanmin CAO ; Haiyan LIU ; Yao DONG ; Zongguang LI ; Baixue HAN ; Mengting CAO ; Longnan PAN ; Hui KAN ; Yaxin LI ; Qing LI ; Anqun HU ; Yingjie ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2025;45(10):869-880
Objective:To characterize the vaginal flora of pregnant women during the second trimester using full-length 16S rRNA sequencing.Methods:A total of 142 pregnant women were systematically sampled from a pregnancy cohort. Vaginal swabs were collected for full-length 16S rRNA gene sequencing,and bioinformatics analysis was performed to characterize the vaginal microbiota and identify associated influencing factors.Results:Among the 142 pregnant women,the most frequently detected species were Lactobacillus iners(83.10%,118/142)and Lactobacillus crispatus(49.30%,70/142). The majority of samples(90.85%,129/142)were classified as Lactobacillus-dominant vagitypes,with the Lactobacillus iners vagitype accounting for 48.59%(69/142)and the Lactobacillus crispatus vagitype accounting for 38.73%(55/142). The vaginal microbiota was clustered into five community state types(CSTs):Ⅰa,Ⅰb,Ⅲa,Ⅲb,and Ⅳ. The most prevalent CSTs were Lactobacillus iners-dominated CST-Ⅲ(51.41%,73/142)and Lactobacillus crispatus-dominated CST-Ⅰ(24.65%,35/142). No samples were classified as CST-Ⅱ or CST-Ⅴ. A significant negative correlation was observed between Lactobacill and vaginosis-associated bacteria. Age,alcohol consumption,smoking,and vaginal treatments showed significant associations or trends toward significance with various Alpha diversity indices. Vaginal douching was associated with CST clustering,while obstetric history(primiparity,previous miscarriage history)was associated with vagitype classification. However,no significant associations were identified between maternal baseline characteristics and Beta diversity indices. Conclusions:Full-length 16S rRNA gene sequencing reveals that the vaginal microbiota of pregnant women is dominated by Lactobacillus iners and Lactobacillus crispatus. Maternal age,lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol consumption,and obstetric history are significantly associated with variations in vaginal microbiota composition.
8.Evaluation of “1+1+2M” healthcare management model by healthcare workers in a large public hospital and its influencing factors
Yajie HU ; Yingnan ZHANG ; Shulin QIU ; Haiyan XIE
Chinese Journal of Health Management 2025;19(5):381-387
Objective:To analyze the evaluation of the “1+1+2M” healthcare management model (outpatient core medical staff+ward core medical staff+multi interdisciplinary team+multi department coordination) by healthcare workers in a large public hospital and its influencing factors.Methods:It was a cross-sectional study, using the judgment sampling method to select 70 healthcare workers in the hospital healthcare department in November 2024. A self-designed public hospital healthcare management model evaluation questionnaire was used to investigate the “1+1+2M” healthcare management model. A total of 70 questionnaires were distributed, and 70 valid questionnaires were collected (100%). The basic information, team integration, human resource allocation, and evaluation of healthcare management models in the healthcare workers were collected. The factors affecting healthcare worker evaluation were identified with Kruskal Wallis test and multiple logistic regression analysis.Results:Among the 70 healthcare workers included in the analysis, there were 30 doctors, 30 nursing staff, and 10 management/technical personnel; 19 males and 51 females; more than 70% of the participants were aged 50 years or younger; the length of service was (19.11±9.44) years, and the length of service for healthcare was (9.79±6.06) years. Healthcare workers showed high satisfaction with the “1+1+2M” healthcare management model, with an overall satisfaction rate of 87.14% (61/70). The evaluation of work collaboration, business norms, and mode configuration by healthcare workers was positively correlated with the evaluation of healthcare management mode [very satisfied with health management mode: relatively satisfied with work collaboration ( OR=0.064, 95% CI: 0.004-0.965), satisfied with business norms ( OR=0.018, 95% CI: 0.001-0.312), relatively satisfied with business norms ( OR=0.061, 95% CI: 0.004-0.938), satisfied with mode configuration ( OR=0.006, 95% CI: 0.000-0.111); satisfied with health management mode: satisfied with business norms ( OR=0.049, 95% CI: 0.005-0.498), satisfied with mode configuration ( OR=0.074, 95% CI: 0.006-0.943)] (all P<0.05). Conclusions:The health care staff in a large public hospital have a good evaluation of the operation effect of the “1+1+2M”health management model. The higher the evaluation of work collaboration, business norms, and model configuration by the health care staff, the higher the overall satisfaction with the health management model.
9.Association between adiponectin copy number variation region and gestational diabetes mellitus
Ziheng LI ; Haiyan LIU ; Yao DONG ; Kailin WANG ; Jin LIU ; Huilu CUI ; Qing LI ; Anqun HU ; Zongguang LI ; Bin WANG ; Yingjie ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2025;46(5):867-873
Objective:To investigate the association between adiponectin-related copy number variation (CNV) region (CNVR) and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).Methods:Pregnant women who had prenatal screening in Anqing Municipal Hospital, Anhui Province, from February 2018 to December 2020 were surveyed for baseline information collection, and blood samples were collected. The outcome information was obtained by post pregnancy follow-up. Latex-enhanced immunoturbidimetry and ASA-CHIA chip were used to detect serum adiponectin levels and CNV of pregnant women, respectively. After genotyping, CNV data were processed with software PennCNV 1.0.5 following standard quality control procedure. CNVR were identified and integrated by using software R 4.3.3. Then the associations between CNVR and adiponectin was evaluated, and gene annotation and over-representation analysis were conducted. The log-binomial regression model was used to adjust relevant covariates and analyze the association between adiponectin-related CNVR and GDM.Results:The detection rate of GDM was 9.54% (176/1 845) in the pregnant women. The genotyping information of 1 840 people (99.73%) passed quality evaluation. A total of 33 878 CNVs were identified, and 1 449 CNVRs were obtained after integration. After the false discovery rate method correction, CNVR_132 (CHR2: 47611743-47635062), CNVR_254 (CHR3: 10182703-10183872), CNVR_691 (CHR7: 150637053-150834539) and CNVR_1101 (CHR14: 104248431-104830620) were correlated with adiponectin levels (all P<0.05). Over- representation analysis showed that the molecular function of ribonucleotide binding [Gene Ontology (GO): 0032553] was significantly enriched based on the GO database. The log-binomial regression model, adjusting age, pre-pregnancy BMI, history of miscarriage, smoking history, and family history of diabetes, indicated that CNVR_132 (CHR2: 47611743-47635062) and CNVR_1101 (CHR14: 104248431-104830620) were not statistically associated with the risk for GDM (both P>0.05). However, CNVR_254 (CHR3: 10182703-10183872, a RR=1.83, 95% CI: 1.15-2.91) and CNVR_691 (CHR7: 150637053-150834539, a RR=1.73, 95% CI: 1.23-2.43) might be associated with an increased risk for GDM (all P<0.05). Conclusion:Adiponectin-related CNVR_254 (CHR3: 10182703-10183872) and CNVR_691 (CHR7: 150637053-150834539) might be risk factors for the incidence of GDM.
10.Clinical and genetic investigation of 4 children with microdeletion KBG syndrome
Miaomiao LI ; Zixia ZHANG ; Shiqi WANG ; Xi WANG ; Jiaqian HU ; Mengqin WANG ; Haiyan WEI ; Yongxing CHEN
Chinese Journal of Pediatrics 2025;63(7):794-797
Objective:To analyze the genetic characteristics of clinical manifestations in children with KBG syndrome due to microdeletions.Methods:A retrospective case summary was conducted. Four children diagnosed with KBG syndrome due to 16q24.3 microdeletion at Children′s Hospital of Zhengzhou University from July 2021 to April 2024 were enrolled.Their clinical manifestations, biochemical parameters, imaging data, whole-exome sequencing results, treatments and follow-up outcomes were reviewed.Results:The cohort included two males and two females (diagnosed at 81, 18, 26, and 56 months of age, respectively), from four unrelated families. All patients exhibited peculiar facial features (Cupid′s bowed-shaped lips, prominent ears, thick eyebrows), skeletal abnormalities (brachydactyly, abnormal ribs, short stature, etc.), ocular anomalies (astigmatism, strabismus, amblyopia, etc.), intrauterine growth restriction, and developmental retardation. Case 2, 3, 4 had cranial imaging abnormalities, including thin anterior pituitary lobes with pineal cyst, left ventricular cyst, and abnormal pituitary stalk or lateral ventricles with sinusitis, respectively. Two children had intellectual disability, two had congenital heart disease, and one had delayed bone age and hair abnormalities. Whole exome genomic sequencing confirmed 16q24.3 microdeletions encompassing ANKRD11 gene in all four cases. Two children treated with recombinant human growth hormone achieved height increments of 1.5 s and 0.4 s, respectively. Conclusions:Typical features of 16q24.3 microdeletion-induced KBG syndrome include peculiar facial features, macrodontia, skeletal anomalies, neurological abnormalities, and ocular defects. Genetic testing is essential for definitive diagnosis. The treatment of KBG syndrome requires early diagnosis and multidisciplinary collaboration to implement individualized treatment for multisystem symptoms.


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