BACKGROUND:The mesenchymal stem cell secretome contains bioactive substances,cytokines,and growth factors.Three-dimensional cell culture can regulate the secretion of these components,potentially enhancing the ability to promote injury repair.OBJECTIVE:To investigate the repair effect of three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome on skin injuries in mice.METHODS:Human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells were cultured in conventional two-dimensional culture dishes and 96-well U-bottom cell culture plates,from which their secretory components were subsequently collected.The expression of skin damage repair related secretory factors in umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells was analyzed using RT-qPCR.The protein expression level of skin damage repair related factors in umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome was detected using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.The potential of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome to repair vascular injuries was evaluated using an immortalized human umbilical vein endothelial cell migration model.A mouse skin injury model was established,and the human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome was injected subcutaneously.Repair effects on skin injury were assessed through wound healing rates and histopathological analysis.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)After three days of cultivation,human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells cultured in two dimensions exhibited a fibroblast-like,swirling growth pattern,whereas three-dimensional culture led to the formation of uniform microspheres.(2)Compared with two-dimensional culture,three-dimensional culture significantly increased the mRNA expression of transforming growth factor β and basic fibroblast growth factor in human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.(3)Compared with two-dimensional culture,three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome significantly enhanced the protein expression of vascular endothelial growth factor,interleukin-10,and granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor in the human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome.(4)Compared with two-dimensional culture,three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome significantly promoted the migration of immortalized human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.(5)Compared with the untreated control group and the two-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome,the three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome can significantly accelerate the skin wound healing rate and wound skin structure remodeling in mice.These results indicate that three-dimensional culture can enhance the expression of paracrine factors of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells,and their secretome can significantly promote the repair of mouse skin damage.

BACKGROUND:The mesenchymal stem cell secretome contains bioactive substances,cytokines,and growth factors.Three-dimensional cell culture can regulate the secretion of these components,potentially enhancing the ability to promote injury repair.OBJECTIVE:To investigate the repair effect of three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome on skin injuries in mice.METHODS:Human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells were cultured in conventional two-dimensional culture dishes and 96-well U-bottom cell culture plates,from which their secretory components were subsequently collected.The expression of skin damage repair related secretory factors in umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells was analyzed using RT-qPCR.The protein expression level of skin damage repair related factors in umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome was detected using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.The potential of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome to repair vascular injuries was evaluated using an immortalized human umbilical vein endothelial cell migration model.A mouse skin injury model was established,and the human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome was injected subcutaneously.Repair effects on skin injury were assessed through wound healing rates and histopathological analysis.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)After three days of cultivation,human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells cultured in two dimensions exhibited a fibroblast-like,swirling growth pattern,whereas three-dimensional culture led to the formation of uniform microspheres.(2)Compared with two-dimensional culture,three-dimensional culture significantly increased the mRNA expression of transforming growth factor β and basic fibroblast growth factor in human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.(3)Compared with two-dimensional culture,three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome significantly enhanced the protein expression of vascular endothelial growth factor,interleukin-10,and granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor in the human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome.(4)Compared with two-dimensional culture,three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome significantly promoted the migration of immortalized human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells.(5)Compared with the untreated control group and the two-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome,the three-dimensional cultured human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell secretome can significantly accelerate the skin wound healing rate and wound skin structure remodeling in mice.These results indicate that three-dimensional culture can enhance the expression of paracrine factors of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells,and their secretome can significantly promote the repair of mouse skin damage.

OBJECTIVE To analyze the efficacy of combined traditional Chinese and Western medicine in treating AIDS pa-tients with pulmonary infection(qi-yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstructing lung).METHODS From Jun.2021 to Aug.2024,patients with AIDS combined with pulmonary infection admitted to our hospital were selected as the study subjects.A total of 86 cases were classified into two groups according to traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)syndromes:42 cases of qi and yin deficiency and 44 cases of phlegm-damp obstruction.These patients were then randomly divided into a study group and a control group using a randomized number table method.The study group was treated with traditional Chinese medicine(Lily Bulb Metal-Securing Decoction and Pulse-activating Decoction jiajian or Erchen Decoction and Three-Seed Filial Devotion Decoction jiajian)combined conventional western medicine for anti-infection,while the control group was treated with conventional western medicine for anti-infection,the changes of procalcitonin(PCT),C-reactive protein(CRP),CD4+T lymphocyte count,TCM syndrome score before and after treatment of patients in both groups were observed.RESULTS After 7 days of treatment,there was no significant difference in the levels of PCT and CRP be-tween the two groups.After 14 days of treatment,CRP level of the patients with qi and yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstruction in the study group were(10.37±5.94)and(13.58±6.98)mg/L,respectively,which were lower than those in the control group(P＜0.001 and P=0.011,respectively),while PCT level had no statistical difference(P=0.928 and P=0.873,respectively).After 28 days of treatment,CD4+T lymphocyte count of the patients with qi and yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstruction in the study group were(102.24±57.94)and(101.82±62.43)units/μl,respectively,which were higher than those in the control group(P=0.048 and P=0.039,respectively).The therapeu-tic effects of TCM dialectical combined with conventional Western medicine anti-infective drugs in treating patients with qi-yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstructing lung were better than those of the control group(P=0.025 and P=0.014,respectively).CONCLUSION Lily Bulb Metal-Securing Decoction and Pulse-activating Decoction jiajian or Erchen Decoction and Three-Seed Filial Devotion Decoction jiajian combined with conventional western medicine anti-infective treatment of AIDS combined with pulmonary infection can reduce the inflammatory response,increase the levels of CD4+T lymphocyte counts,alleviate the clinical symptoms of the patients,and improve the quality of their lives.

OBJECTIVE To analyze the efficacy of combined traditional Chinese and Western medicine in treating AIDS pa-tients with pulmonary infection(qi-yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstructing lung).METHODS From Jun.2021 to Aug.2024,patients with AIDS combined with pulmonary infection admitted to our hospital were selected as the study subjects.A total of 86 cases were classified into two groups according to traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)syndromes:42 cases of qi and yin deficiency and 44 cases of phlegm-damp obstruction.These patients were then randomly divided into a study group and a control group using a randomized number table method.The study group was treated with traditional Chinese medicine(Lily Bulb Metal-Securing Decoction and Pulse-activating Decoction jiajian or Erchen Decoction and Three-Seed Filial Devotion Decoction jiajian)combined conventional western medicine for anti-infection,while the control group was treated with conventional western medicine for anti-infection,the changes of procalcitonin(PCT),C-reactive protein(CRP),CD4+T lymphocyte count,TCM syndrome score before and after treatment of patients in both groups were observed.RESULTS After 7 days of treatment,there was no significant difference in the levels of PCT and CRP be-tween the two groups.After 14 days of treatment,CRP level of the patients with qi and yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstruction in the study group were(10.37±5.94)and(13.58±6.98)mg/L,respectively,which were lower than those in the control group(P＜0.001 and P=0.011,respectively),while PCT level had no statistical difference(P=0.928 and P=0.873,respectively).After 28 days of treatment,CD4+T lymphocyte count of the patients with qi and yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstruction in the study group were(102.24±57.94)and(101.82±62.43)units/μl,respectively,which were higher than those in the control group(P=0.048 and P=0.039,respectively).The therapeu-tic effects of TCM dialectical combined with conventional Western medicine anti-infective drugs in treating patients with qi-yin deficiency and phlegm-damp obstructing lung were better than those of the control group(P=0.025 and P=0.014,respectively).CONCLUSION Lily Bulb Metal-Securing Decoction and Pulse-activating Decoction jiajian or Erchen Decoction and Three-Seed Filial Devotion Decoction jiajian combined with conventional western medicine anti-infective treatment of AIDS combined with pulmonary infection can reduce the inflammatory response,increase the levels of CD4+T lymphocyte counts,alleviate the clinical symptoms of the patients,and improve the quality of their lives.

Biosensors have become powerful tools for real-time monitoring of specific small molecules and precise control of gene expression in biological systems. High-throughput sensors for 1, 4-butanediamine biosynthesis can greatly improve the screening efficiency of high-yielding 1, 4-butanediamine strains. However, the strategies for adapting the characteristics of biosensors are still rarely studied, which limits the applicability of 1, 4-butanediamine biosensors. In this paper, we propose the development of a 1, 4-butanediamine biosensor based on the transcriptional regulator PuuR, whose homologous operator puuO is installed in the constitutive promoter P_gapA of Escherichia coli to control the expression of the downstream superfolder green fluorescent protein (sfGFP) as the reporter protein. Finally, the biosensor showed a stable linear relationship between the GFP/OD₆₀₀ value and the concentration of 1, 4-butanediamine when the concentration of 1, 4-butanediamine was 0-50 mmol/L. The promoters with different strengths in the E. coli genome were used to modify the 1, 4-butanediamine biosensor, and the functional properties of the PuuR-based 1, 4-butanediamine biosensor were explored and improved, which laid the groundwork for high-throughput screening of engineered strains highly producing 1, 4-butanediamine.
Biosensing Techniques/methods* ; Escherichia coli/metabolism* ; Promoter Regions, Genetic/genetics* ; Green Fluorescent Proteins/metabolism* ; Transcription Factors/genetics* ; Escherichia coli Proteins/genetics* ; Diamines/metabolism* ; Gene Expression Regulation, Bacterial

Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.

Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.

Objective To determine the optimal conditions for CXCR4 upregulation by comparing the expression levels of chemokine(C-X-C motif)receptor 4(CXCR4)in MSCs cultured with varying concentrations of oxygen and hydrogen peroxide(H2O2).Methods MSCs were cultured with 0.1％,1％,or 3％O2 and 50 μmol/L H2O2 for different lengths of time(3,6,12,and 24 h).The mRNA and protein expressions of CXCR4 in MSCs were measured by real-time quantitative PCR(qPCR),Western blotting,and immunofluorescence staining.The viability and chemotactic ability of MSCs were measured using CCK-8,wound-healing and Transwell migration assays.Results Both hypoxia and H2O2 treatment were found to upregulate MSC expressions of CXCR4 to some extent.The mRNA and protein levels of CXCR4 were higher after 6-12 h of culture of MSCs with 3％O2,and significantly higher when treated with H2O2 for 6 h.Cell viability was significantly increased after culture with 3％O2 compared with the control group and both 3％O2 and H2O2 pretreatment could enhance chemotactic migration in MSCs.Conclusion Culture with 3％O2 and H2O2 pretreatment can upregulate CXCR4 expressions in MSCs and enhance migration in cells,with superior effects observed with 3％O2.Therefore,treatment with 3％O2 represents the best choice for upregulating the chemotactic ability of MSCs.

Objective:To explore the prenatal ultrasound phenotype and genetic basis of two fetuses with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome (WHS).Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on the ultrasound imaging data of two fetuses suspected for WHS at the Prenatal Diagnostic Center of Qingyuan People′s Hospital in July 2017 and August 2019, respectively. Amniotic fluid samples of the two fetuses were subjected to chromosomal karyotyping and chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA). This study was approved by Medical Ethics Committee of the Qingyuan People′s Hospital (Ethics No. IRB-2022-064).Results:Prenatal ultrasound examination of the two fetuses had consistently revealed WHS-associated traits including intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), craniofacial abnormalities and cardiovascular anomalies. Karyotyping analysis suggested that both fetuses had harbored cryptic chromosomal translocations involving partial deletion of 4p. And parental verification revealed that it was de novo for fetus 1 and paternal for fetus 2. CMA has confirmed that fetus 1 had an approximately 8.7 Mb deletion at 4p16.3p16.1 and a 6.8 Mb duplication at 8p23.1p23.1, whilst fetus 2 had a 20.05 Mb deletion at 4p16.3p15.31 and a 7.66 Mb duplication at 9p24.3p24.1. The karyotype of fetus 1 was determined as 46, XN, der(4)t(4; 8)(p16.1; p23.1)dn.arr[hg19]4p16.3p16.1(68345_8721580)×1, 8p23.3p23.1(158048_6933745)×3, and that of fetus 2 was determined as 46, XN, der(4)t(4; 9)(p15.3; p24)dpat.arr[hg19]4p16.3p15.31(68345_20116061)×1, 9p24.3p24.1(208454_7868292)×3. Conclusion:The 4p deletion is probably the main cause for the WHS phenotype in both fetuses. WHS should be suspected when IUGR, renal anomalies, craniofacial and cardiovascular abnormalities are detected upon prenatal ultrasound screening.

Objective:To assess the efficacy and prognosis of gastrointestinal stromal tumors(GIST)after preoperative targeted therapy us-ing the Choi criteria compared to pathological effects,and to observe the consistency between them.Methods:The clinicopathological data of 37 patients,who underwent preoperative treatment with targeted imatinib therapy for GIST,were retrospectively analyzed.Survival ana-lysis of the Choi criteria and pathological effects was conducted using the Kaplan-Meier method and Log-rank test.The consistency between the Choi criteria and the pathological effects was assessed using Spearman's correlation and Kappa tests.Results:The median preoperative treatment duration for the 37 patients was 10 months(range,2-36 months).According to the Choi criteria,there were no cases of complete response(CR),26 cases of partial response(PR),five cases of stable disease(SD),and six progressive disease(PD)cases.The difference in overall survival(OS)between the effective group(CR+PR)and the ineffective group(SD+PD)was statistically significant(P<0.01).Pathologic-al effects were evaluated as one complete effect,11 high effects,18 partial effects,and seven zero effect cases.The OS significantly differed between the effective(full effect+high effect+partial effect)and ineffective(zero effect)groups was statistically significant(P<0.01).The Choi showed moderate consistency with the pathological effects(r=0.592,P<0.01)with a(κappa=0.566).Conclusions:The Choi criteria were moderately correlated and consistent with the pathological effects.Both can be used to evaluate the efficacy and prognosis of preoperative targeted therapy for GIST.The combined use of these two criteria has better clinical application value than that of either alone.