1.Material Basis and Its Distribution in vivo of Qili Qiangxin Capsules Analyzed by UPLC-Q-Orbitrap-MS
Jianwei ZHANG ; Jiekai HUA ; Rongsheng LI ; Qin WANG ; Xinnan CHANG ; Wei LIU ; Jie SHEN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(5):185-193
ObjectiveBased on ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-electrostatic field orbitrap high resolution mass spectrometry(UPLC-Q-Orbitrap-MS), the chemical constituents of Qili Qiangxin capsules was identified, and their distribution in vivo was analyzed. MethodsUPLC-Q-Orbitrap-MS was used to detect the sample solution of Qili Qiangxin capsules, as well as the serum, brain, heart, lung, spleen, liver and kidney tissues of mice after oral administration. Using the Thermo Xcalibur 2.2 software, the compound information database was constructed, and the molecular formulas of compounds corresponding to the quasi-molecular ions were fitted. Based on the information of retention time, accurate relative molecular mass and fragments, the compounds and their distribution in vivo were analyzed by comparing with the data of reference substances and literature. ResultsA total of 233 compounds, including 70 terpenoids, 60 flavonoids, 23 organic acids, 17 alkaloids, 20 steroids, 7 coumarins and 36 others, were identified or predicted from Qili Qiangxin capsules, 73 of which were identified matching with standard substances. Tissue distribution results showed that 71, 17, 38, 33, 32, 58 and 43 migrating components were detected in blood, brain, heart, lung, spleen, liver and kidney, respectively. Thirty-seven components were absorbed into the blood and heart, including quinic acid, benzoylaconitine benzoylmesaconine and so on. Fourteen components were absorbed into the blood and six tissues, including calycosin, methylnissolin, formononetin, alisol B, alisol A and so on. ConclusionThis study comprehensively analyzes the chemical components of Qili Qiangxin capsules and their distribution in vivo. Among them, astragaloside Ⅳ, salvianolic acid B, ginsenoside Rb1, ginsenoside Rb3, ginsenoside Rd, ginsenoside Rg3, calycosin-7-glucoside, and sinapine may be the important components for the treatment of heart failure, which can provide useful reference for its quality control and research on pharmacodynamic material basis.
2.The prognostic value of preoperative aspartate transaminase to alanine transaminase ratio in urothelial cancer: a systematic review and Meta-analysis
Zhengqing BAO ; Zhenhua LIU ; Haizhui XIA ; Jie WANG ; Guizhong LI ; Jianwei WANG
Journal of Modern Urology 2025;30(2):161-167
Objective: To explore the association between preoperative aspartate transaminase to alanine transaminase (AST/ALT) ratio and the outcomes of urothelial cancers. Methods: After a systematic search of Web of Science,PubMed and Embase before Aug.2024,14 studies were included in the Meta-analysis.The hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% confidence interval (CI) for overall survival (OS),cancer-specific survival (CSS),and recurrence-free survival (RFS) were analyzed using STATA 15.0 software. Results: The Meta-analysis included a total of 8190 patients.Urothelial cancer patients with an elevated preoperative AST/ALT ratio had worse OS (HR=1.92,95% CI:1.38-2.67,P<0.001),CSS (HR=2.12,95% CI:1.48-3.05,P<0.001),and RFS (HR=1.63,95% CI:1.27-2.10,P<0.001).In subgroup analyses,preoperative AST/ALT ratio had a better predictive value for OS,CSS,and RFS in patients with bladder cancer than in patients with upper tract urothelial carcinoma,and a better predictive value in Asian population than in Caucasian population (P<0.001). Conclusion: A high preoperative AST/ALT ratio is associated with poor OS,CSS and RFS in urothelial cancers,particularly among the Asian population.
3.Textual Research on Lianggesan from Ancient Literature and Its Modern Clinical Application
Weilu NIU ; Chengqi LYU ; Mengjie YANG ; Shunxi WANG ; Jingkang QIAO ; Huangchao JIA ; Liyun WANG ; Xuewei LIU ; Mingsan MIAO ; Jianwei LI ; Gang WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(22):223-234
Lianggesan was first recorded in Taiping Huimin Heji Jufang, which was composed of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, Natrii Sulfas, Gardeniae Fructus, Forsythiae Fructus, Scutellariae Radix, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma(GRR), Menthae Haplocalycis Herba, Lophatheri Herba and Mel. It was clinically applied to treat fire-heat syndrome in the upper and middle Jiao, and the curative effect was positive. In this study, the bibliometric method was used to conduct a detailed textual research on the formula name, medicinal composition, dosage evolution, origin and processing, functional indications and other aspects of Lianggesan. Research revealed that Lianggesan has six other names, such as Lianqiao Yinzi, Lianqiao Jiedusan, Jufang Lianggesan, Jiegu Lianggesan, Hejian Lianggesan and Qingji Lianggesan. Based on the edition of Taiping Huimin Heji Jufang, an analysis of the evolution of its formula composition revealed that the missing Chinese medicines were predominantly bamboo leaves and honey, while the added Chinese medicines were primarily supplements introduced to address changes in disease manifestations. After textual research, the dosage for one dose of Lianggesan from Taiping Huimin Heji Jufang was as follows:826 g of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, 826 g of Natrii Sulfas, 826 g of GRR, 413 g of Gardeniae Fructus, 413 g of Menthae Haplocalycis Herba, 413 g of Scutellariae Radix, and 1652 g of Forsythiae Fructus. Decocting method was as following:Grinding the Chinese medicines into coarse powder(2-4 mm), taking 8.16 g per dose, adding 300 mL of water, along with 2 g of Lophatheri Herba and 5 g of Mel, and decocting to 140 mL. The residue was removed and taken warmly 30 min after meals. It was recommended to take it three times daily until improvement was achieved. The origins of the 9 Chinese medicines were consistent with the 2020 edition of Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China. Except for GRR, which required single frying(stir-frying), the remaining medicines were all raw products. The description of the function of this formula in ancient books was summarized as purging fire and promoting bowel movements, clearing heat from the upper body and purging the lower body, and the main syndromes included facial redness, tongue swelling, red eyes, etc. In modern applications, the formula is primarily used for respiratory and digestive system diseases, including acute lung injury, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, herpetic angina and aphthous stomatitis, covering 142 types of diseases. In summary, this paper can provide a basis for further research and development of Lianggesan through the literature review and key information combing.
4.Analysis of the effect of intraocular injection of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator on pars plana vitrectomy outcomes in patients with rupture of the globe
Shaoxi ZHUANG ; Zhengxia XIAO ; Beibei HAN ; Jianwei LIU
International Eye Science 2025;25(12):2052-2055
AIM: To investigate the effect of intravitreal injection of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator(r-TPA)before pars plana vitrectomy(PPV)on surgical outcomes in patients with rupture of the globe(RG).METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted on 37 patients(37 eyes)with RG who underwent PPV 7-10 d after Stage Ⅰ suturing and stabilization at our hospital between April 2020 and November 2023. Based on whether an intravitreal r-TPA injection was administered 1 d before PPV, patients were divided into two groups, with 14 cases(14 eyes)in pre-operative r-TPA injection group, and 23 cases(23 eyes)in control group without pre-operative r-TPA injection. The intraoperative retinal reattachment rate, intraoperative silicone oil application, postoperative intraocular rebleeding, postoperative hypotony, and best-corrected visual acuity(BCVA)were compared between the two groups.RESULTS: The baseline characteristics were comparable between the two groups(P>0.05). Significant differences were found between the two groups in the intraoperative retinal reattachment rate, the volume of silicone oil injected, and the proportion of BCVA(all P<0.05). No statistically significant differences were observed in the intraoperative silicone oil tamponade rate, postoperative intraocular rebleeding, or postoperative hypotony rates(all P>0.05).CONCLUSION: RG patients who received an intravitreal r-TPA injection 1 d before PPV demonstrated significantly higher intraoperative retinal reattachment rates and better postoperative visual acuity outcomes.
5.Expert Consensus on Clinical Diseases Responding Specifically to Traditional Chinese Medicine: Pulmonary Nodules
Mingwei YU ; Huairui ZHANG ; Xinghan ZHANG ; Xiao LI ; Rengui WANG ; Zhiqiang LONG ; Zhen WANG ; Bo PANG ; Jianwei HUO ; Wei CHEN ; Yong ZHU ; Baoli LIU ; Yanni LOU ; Ganlin ZHANG ; Jiayun NIAN ; Mei MO ; Xiaoxiao ZHANG ; Guowang YANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(6):238-245
In recent years, the incidence of pulmonary nodules has kept rising. To give full play to the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in the treatment of pulmonary nodules and identify the breakthrough points of integrating TCM with Western medicine, the China Association of Chinese Medicine organized medical experts in TCM and western medicine to carry out in-depth discussion regarding this disease. The discussion encompassed the modern medical advances, TCM theories of etiology and pathogenesis, the role and advantages of TCM in the whole course management of pulmonary nodules, contents and methods of research on pulmonary nodules, and science popularization work, aiming to provide a reference for clinical practice and scientific research. After discussion, the experts concluded that the occurrence of pulmonary nodules was rooted in the deficiency of the lung and spleen and triggered by phlegm dampness, blood stasis, and Qi stagnation. TCM can treat pulmonary nodules by controlling and reducing nodules, improving physical constitution, ameliorating multi-system nodular diseases, reducing anxiety and avoiding excessive diagnosis and treatment, and serving as an alternative for patients who are unwilling or unfit for surgical treatment. At present, the optimal diagnosis and treatment strategy for pulmonary nodules has not been formed, which needs to be further studied from multiple perspectives such as clinical epidemiology, biology, and evidence-based medicine. The primary task of current research is to find out the advantages, effective prescriptions, and target populations and determine the effective outcomes of TCM in the treatment of pulmonary nodules. At the same time, basic research should be carried out to explore the etiology and biological behaviors of pulmonary nodules. The expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary nodules with integrated TCM and Western medicine needs to be continuously revised to guide clinicians to conduct standardized, scientific, and accurate effective diagnosis and treatment.
6.Textual Research on Xianfang Huomingyin from Ancient Literature and Its Modern Clinical Application
Weilu NIU ; Shunxi WANG ; Chengqi LYU ; Xuewei LIU ; Mingsan MIAO ; Jianwei LI ; Gang WANG ; Ningli WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(19):180-189
Xianfang Huomingyin is known as the first prescription of surgery, also known as Shenxian Huomingyin and Zhenren Huomingyin. The earliest one was from Renzhai Zhizhi in the Southern Song dynasty. It was composed of 13 mainstream medicines such as Angelicae Dahuricae Radix, Saposhnikoviae Radix, Paeoniae Radix Rubra, and three modified medicines such as Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, Momordicae Semen and Astragali Radix. It has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, detumescence and ulceration, promoting blood circulation and relieving pain, and is mainly used to treat Yang syndrome. In this study, the bibliometrics method was used to systematically study the historical evolution, prescription composition, dosage, indications, decocting methods, administration methods, drug processing and ancient and modern applications of Xianfang Huomingyin. As for the drug origin, pangolin is consistent with the 2015 edition of Chinese Pharmacopoeia, the origins of the remaining drugs are consistent with the 2020 edition of Chinese Pharmacopoeia. According to the ancient and modern dosage conversion, the dosage of each drug is as follows:Angelicae Dahuricae Radix, Paeoniae Radix Rubra, Fritillariae Thunbergii Bulbus, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma and Trichosanthis Radix, Olibanum of 4.13 g, Gleditsiae Spina and Myrrha of 2.07 g, Angelicae Sinensis tail(stir-fried with wine) and Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium of 6.2 g, Saposhnikoviae Radix(removing reed) of 2.89 g, pangolin(stir-fried with clam powder) of 4.14 g, Lonicerae Japonicae Flos of 12.39 g, or adding Rhei Radix et Rhizoma of 4.13 g and Momordicae Semen(shelled) of 3.3 g, adding Astragali Radix of 4.13 g for body deficiency. The above medicines were decocted with 450 mL of yellow rice wine to 300 mL, 1 dose for each time, 3 doses for each day, and warmed before or 0.5 h after meals, 1-6 doses, and discontinue medication as soon as get effect. Because this formula is easy to hurt the spleen and stomach, it should not be taken more. In the follow-up, it should be used in conjunction with Tuoli Xiaodusan, and other related symptoms of patients can be further improved through dialectical addition and subtraction. This formula has the efficacy of disinfection and pus discharge, removing blood stasis and relieving pain. All carbuncle gangrene without ulceration at the beginning, and for the empirical and heat syndrome. Modern applications involve more than 200 kinds of diseases with heat syndrome, emergency and excess syndrome as the main syndrome differentiation points in dermatology, peripheral vascular department and other departments. In a word, this paper studies the literature of Xianfang Huomingyin in order to provide a basis for its wider and deeper clinical application and development research.
7.Association between high normal blood pressure, hypertension and microalbuminuria
LI Qing ; PAN Ningning ; LIU Min ; LI Yuan ; ZHANG Puhong ; BAI Yamin ; XU Jianwei
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;36(11):961-964
Objective:
To investigate the association between high normal blood pressure, hypertension and microalbuminuria (MAU), so as to provide the basis for early screening and prevention of renal injury caused by hypertension.
Methods:
A multi-stage cluster random sampling method was used to select permanent residents aged 18 to 75 years from six provinces including Hebei, Hunan, Sichuan, Heilongjiang, Qinghai and Jiangxi from September to October 2021. Basic information and lifestyle behaviors were collected through questionnaires. Indices including height, weight and blood pressure were measured. Urinary microalbumin and creatinine were measured in 24-hour urine samples. The associations between high normal blood pressure, hypertension, and MAU were analyzed by using a multivariable logistic regression model.
Results:
A total of 1 982 residents were surveyed, with 996 residents aged <50 years (50.25%) and 986 residents aged ≥50 years (49.75%). There were 958 males (48.34%) and 1 024 females (51.66%). Normal blood pressure was observed in 653 residents (32.95%), high normal blood pressure in 748 (37.74%) and hypertension in 581 (29.31%). MAU was detected in 164 participants, with a detection rate of 8.27%. The detection rates of MAU among residents with normal blood pressure, high normal blood pressure, and hypertension were 2.14%, 8.16% and 15.32%, respectively, and the difference was statistically significant (P<0.05). Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that after adjusting for gender, age, educational level, smoking, alcohol consumption, regular exercise and body mass index, the residents with high normal blood pressure (OR=3.535, 95%CI: 1.898-6.585) and hypertension (OR=7.232, 95%CI: 3.808-13.732) had higher risks of MAU compared to those with normal blood pressure; the residents with hypertension (OR=1.914, 95%CI: 1.340-2.735) had a higher risk of MAU compared to those with high normal blood pressure.
Conclusions
High normal blood pressure and hypertension are associated with an increased risk of MAU.
8.Changing trend of the disease burden of liver cirrhosis in China from 1990 to 2019
Shanshan LIU ; Xiaohui YU ; Jianwei CAI
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(4):726-733
ObjectiveTo investigate the prevalence of liver cirrhosis and the changing trend of the disease burden of liver cirrhosis in the Chinese population from 1990 to 2019, and to provide a data reference for formulating the prevention and treatment strategies for liver cirrhosis in China. MethodsThe Global Burden of Disease Study 2019 was used to collect the data on the incidence rate, mortality rate, disability-adjusted life years (DALY), years of life lost (YLL), and years lived with disability (YLD) of liver cirrhosis. The Joinpoint regression model was used to analyze the changing trend of disease burden; the age-period-cohort (APC) model was used to evaluate age, period, and cohort effects; R software BAPC package was used to predict future changes in disease burden. ResultsFrom 1990 to 2019 in China, there were increases in the numbers of liver cirrhosis cases and prevalent cases in the general population, as well as in the male and female populations, while there was a reduction in the number of deaths. From 1990 to 2019, the standardized incidence rate, standardized prevalence rate, and standardized mortality rate of liver cirrhosis in the Chinese population showed a downward trend, with a mean annual reduction of 0.62% (95% confidence interval [CI]: -0.74% to -0.50%, t=9.99, P<0.001), 0.44% (95%CI: -0.53% to -0.35%, t=13.18, P<0.001), and 3.02% (95%CI: -3.12% to -2.93%, t=7.58, P<0.001), respectively. From 1990 to 2019, the standardized DALY, YLL, and YLD rates of liver cirrhosis in the Chinese population also showed a downward trend, with a mean annual reduction of 3.27% (95%CI: -3.37% to -3.18%, t=6.22, P<0.001), 3.32% (95%CI: -3.42% to -3.22%, t=9.31, P<0.001), and 1.42% (95%CI: -1.49% to -1.34%, t=4.93, P<0.001), respectively. From 1990 to 2019, the incidence rate of liver cirrhosis in the Chinese population first increased and then decreased with age, while the mortality rate showed an increasing trend, and the risks of disease onset and death showed a decreasing trend with time and birth cohort. The predictive model showed that the standardized incidence rate, prevalence rate, mortality rate, and DALY rate of liver cirrhosis in China will show a decreasing trend from 2020 to 2030. Alcohol was the most important risk factor for both male and female populations, followed by medication. ConclusionThe disease burden of liver cirrhosis in China shows a decreasing trend from 1990 to 2019, with sex and age differences, especially in the middle-aged male population. Effective measures should be taken for intervention.
9.Progress of research on health effects and healthy risk assessment of ionizing radiation
Bo TANG ; Jianwei LIU ; Chuansheng DU ; Liang SUN ; Yu TU
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2024;33(2):221-228
Occupational exposure to ionizing radiation represents a critical factor contributing to health risks in workplaces. Previous experimental and clinical studies have demonstrated that ionizing radiation affects human health. Therefore, scientific assessment of health risk caused by ionizing radiation and effective protection against ionizing radiation are of great importance to formulate the preventive interventions against occupational exposure to ionizing radiation. This review summarizes the advances in the research on health effects, health risk assessment methods, and protective interventions of ionizing radiation. We call for research on the health effects of low-dose radiation, individual difference, and optimization of preventive strategies. In addition, improved mechanisms of health monitoring, periodical healthy examinations, and monitoring of radiation doses should be implemented. Moreover, strict compliance to operating procedures and occupational preventive interventions are recommended. These measures aim to minimize the potential harmlessness of occupational exposure to ionizing radiation, thereby safeguarding the health and safety of individuals exposed to ionizing radiation.
10.Study of resting-state functional MRI on immediate effect regulated by acupuncture on acupoints in patients with migraine without aura
Ya'nan ZHANG ; Ni LIU ; Mengmeng REN ; Yueying HONG ; Jianrui ZHANG ; Lei ZHANG ; Xuanzhi LUO ; Huilin LIU ; Jianwei HUO ; Fang HAN
Journal of Practical Radiology 2024;40(1):11-14
Objective To explore the mechanism of immediate effect regulated by acupuncture on acupoints in patients with migraine without aura(MwoA)during the interictal period.Methods A total of 28 MwoA patients were enrolled and resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging(rs-fMRI)were performed at baseline and after acupuncture for 30 minutes.Paired t test was used to compare the differences of regional homogeneity(ReHo)and voxel-mirrored homotopic connectivity(VMHC)between two groups.Additionally,the correlation between the changes of rs-fMRI indexes and clinical scores was analyzed.Results In MwoA patients after acupuncture for 30 minutes,the mean regional homogeneity(mReHo)was decreased in the right lingual gyrus and right cere-bellum and was increased in the right middle frontal gyrus,while the z transformation voxel-mirrored homotopic connectivity(zVMHC)was significantly decreased in the bilateral cuneus compared with baseline.There was no significant correlation between imaging data and clinical scales.Conclusion Patients with MwoA after acupuncture for 30 minutes show abnormal ReHo and VMHC in multiple brain regions,which suggest that the mechanism of immediate effect may act through regulating pain-related brain regions.


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