1.Study on the molecular mechanisms by which gut microbiota dysbiosis promotes the development of cholangiocarcinoma through immunometabolic reprogramming
FANG Chen ; KE Xi△ ; SHI Lijuan
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2026;33(4):429-438
[摘 要] 目的:通过多组学整合分析,解析肠道菌群在胆管癌(CCA)发生发展中的潜在作用机制并识别相关关键基因。方法:基于SRA数据库的16S rRNA测序数据,比较CCA患者与健康对照者的肠道菌群组成;采用孟德尔随机化(MR)分析评估菌群与CCA风险的遗传关联。通过gutMGene和GeneCards数据库获取相关代谢物与基因,进行代谢和功能富集分析。整合GEO单细胞转录组数据(GSE213452),解析肿瘤微环境的细胞组成,重点关注T细胞亚群及其功能状态,并结合TCGA-CHOL数据集验证关键候选基因的表达差异。结果:与健康对照组相比,CCA患者肠道菌群组成发生显著改变,变形菌门下菌群异常富集(LDA > 4)。MR分析进一步证实,肠杆菌目与肠杆菌科的遗传易感性均与CCA风险呈正向关联。代谢通路富集分析提示,菌群相关代谢物主要参与嘌呤代谢及糖酵解/糖异生等通路;功能富集分析显示,相关基因显著富集于NOD样受体、IL-17、Toll样受体及NF-κB信号通路等炎症免疫通路。单细胞转录组分析结果显示,CCA组织中肿瘤细胞比例显著升高(P < 0.05),T细胞比例由20.7%增至39.2%;拟时序分析结果表明,MKI67⁺ T细胞处于分化末期并呈高增殖特征,其差异基因与菌群相关基因存在交集,其中SERPINA1和IFNG表达在肿瘤免疫微环境中显著变化(P < 0.001),可能发挥核心调控作用。TCGA-CHOL数据集验证显示,SERPINA1在CCA肿瘤组织中显著下调(P < 0.001),而IFNG在肿瘤与正常组织间无显著差异(P > 0.05)。结论:肠道菌群失衡(尤其是肠杆菌科异常增殖)可能通过代谢-免疫调控网络促进CCA进展,T细胞功能变化与关键基因(SERPINA1和IFNG)在MKI67+ T细胞中的差异化表达模式密切相关。
2.Banxia Xiexintang Containing Intestinal Absorption Solution Inhibits Gastric Cancer Cell Invasion and Migration by Modulating SDF1-CXCR4 Axis in TA-BMSCs
Zhongbo ZHU ; Wenying YANG ; Jingjing WEI ; Fangni LI ; Lijuan SHI ; Xiping LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):84-93
ObjectiveTo explore whether the intestinal absorption solution containing Banxia Xiexintang (BXT) can inhibit the invasion and migration of gastric cancer cells by interfering with the stromal cell-derived factor 1 (SDF1)-CXC chemokine receptor 4 (CXCR4) axis in tumor-associated bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (TA-BMSCs). MethodsThe intestinal absorption solution containing BXT was prepared, and the optimal intervention concentration and duration for MFC cells were determined through the cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) assay. A co-culture system was established comprising TA-BMSCs conditioned medium (TA-BMSCs-CM) and gastric cancer MFC cells. The experiment was conducted with a blank control group, a TA-BMSCs-CM group, an SDF1 inhibitor (LY2510924) group, and intervention groups with varying concentrations (55%, 70%, 85%) of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT. Cell proliferation was assessed by the CCK-8 assay. Horizontal and vertical cell migration were evaluated via scratch and Transwell assays, respectively. Cell invasion was examined by a Transwell assay with Matrigel. Cell apoptosis was detected by flow cytometry. The levels of factors such as SDF1, matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), and vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA), as well as the protein levels of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), CXCR4, VEGFA, and MMP-9, were quantified by ELISA and Western blot, respectively. ResultsThe CCK-8 assay results indicated that compared with the 24 h intervention, the 48 h interventions with all concentrations of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT increased the inhibition rate on MFC cells (P<0.01). The half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT at the time point of 48 h was 68.51%, and subsequent intervention concentrations were selected as 55%, 70%, and 85%. Compared with the TA-BMSCs-CM group, the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT (particularly at concentrations of 70% 85%) suppressed the proliferation, migration, and invasion of MFC cells, promoted the cell apoptosis (P<0.05, P<0.01), decreased the levels of SDF1, MMP-9, and VEGFA, and downregulated the protein levels of MIF, CXCR4, VEGFA, and MMP-9 (P<0.05, P<0.01). The inhibitory effects of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT were comparable to or superior to those of the SDF1 inhibitor (P<0.01). ConclusionThe intestinal absorption solution containing BXT can inhibit the invasion and migration of gastric cancer cells by interfering with the SDF1-CXCR4 axis in TA-BMSCs. The underlying mechanism may involve the regulation of the MIF/SDF1/CXCR4 signaling pathway and its downstream effector molecules.
3.Banxia Xiexintang Affect PD-L1 Expression Induced by Gastric Cancer Cell-derived Exosomes in Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells via Akt/c-Myc Signaling Axis
Wei ZHANG ; Xiping LIU ; Lijuan SHI ; Zhongbo ZHU ; Qingmiao WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):94-101
ObjectiveTo observe how Banxia Xiexintang affects programmed cell death 1 ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression induced by exosomes derived from gastric cancer cells in bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) through the protein kinase B (Akt)/c-myelocytomatosis oncogene (c-Myc) signaling axis, and its effects on the migration of BMSCs and gastric cancer cells. MethodsExosomes were isolated from human gastric cancer NCI-N87 cells and identified by transmission electron microscopy and Western blot. Rat BMSCs were passaged and identified by immunofluorescence staining. A Transwell chamber was used to create a non-contact co-culture system for NCI-N87 exosomes and BMSCs. The experiment was designed with normal, model, Banxia Xiexintang (10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang), PD-L1 monoclonal antibody (10% blank serum containing PD-L1 antibody), and combination (10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang and 10% blank serum containing PD-L1 antibody) groups. The suspension of BMSCs was added to the upper chamber of each group, with the normal group receiving serum culture medium without exosomes in the lower chamber, and the model group receiving NCI-N87 exosomes. The Banxia Xiexintang group, PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group, and combination group received 10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang, 10% blank serum containing PD-L1 monoclonal antibody, and 10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang and 10% blank serum containing PD-L1 antibody, respectively, in the upper chamber. After 96 h, BMSCs from the upper chamber were collected, and the protein levels of p-Akt, Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1, as well as the mRNA levels of Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1, were determined by Western blot and Real-time PCR, respectively. The migration of BMSCs and NCI-N87 was assessed by the Transwell method. ResultsCompared with the normal group, the model group showed increases in protein levels of p-Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1, as well as mRNA levels of c-Myc and PD-L1 (P<0.05, P<0.01), and no significant change in the protein and mRNA levels of Akt. Compared with the model group, the Banxia Xiexintang group, PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group, and combination group showed decreases in protein levels of p-Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1 (P<0.01). In addition, they had significant effects on the protein and mRNA levels of Akt. The combination group showed greater reductions in the protein and mRNA levels of c-Myc and PD-L1 than the Banxia Xiexintang group and PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group (P<0.05). Compared with the normal group, the model group showed increases in the number of migrating NCI-N87 and BMSCs (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the Banxia Xiexintang group, PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group, and combination group showed decreases in the number of migrating NCI-N87 and BMSCs (P<0.05, P<0.01), with the combination group showing greater reductions in the number of migrating NCI-N87 and BMSCs than the Banxia Xiexintang group and PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group (P<0.01). ConclusionBanxia Xiexintang can lower the PD-L1 expression induced by gastric cancer cell-derived exosomes in BMSCs induced and inhibit the migration of BMSCs and gastric cancer cells. Moreover, it has a synergistic effect when being used together with PD-L1, possibly related to the regulation of the Akt/c-Myc signaling axis.
4.Banxia Xiexintang Containing Intestinal Absorption Solution Inhibits Gastric Cancer Cell Invasion and Migration by Modulating SDF1-CXCR4 Axis in TA-BMSCs
Zhongbo ZHU ; Wenying YANG ; Jingjing WEI ; Fangni LI ; Lijuan SHI ; Xiping LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):84-93
ObjectiveTo explore whether the intestinal absorption solution containing Banxia Xiexintang (BXT) can inhibit the invasion and migration of gastric cancer cells by interfering with the stromal cell-derived factor 1 (SDF1)-CXC chemokine receptor 4 (CXCR4) axis in tumor-associated bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (TA-BMSCs). MethodsThe intestinal absorption solution containing BXT was prepared, and the optimal intervention concentration and duration for MFC cells were determined through the cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) assay. A co-culture system was established comprising TA-BMSCs conditioned medium (TA-BMSCs-CM) and gastric cancer MFC cells. The experiment was conducted with a blank control group, a TA-BMSCs-CM group, an SDF1 inhibitor (LY2510924) group, and intervention groups with varying concentrations (55%, 70%, 85%) of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT. Cell proliferation was assessed by the CCK-8 assay. Horizontal and vertical cell migration were evaluated via scratch and Transwell assays, respectively. Cell invasion was examined by a Transwell assay with Matrigel. Cell apoptosis was detected by flow cytometry. The levels of factors such as SDF1, matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), and vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA), as well as the protein levels of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), CXCR4, VEGFA, and MMP-9, were quantified by ELISA and Western blot, respectively. ResultsThe CCK-8 assay results indicated that compared with the 24 h intervention, the 48 h interventions with all concentrations of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT increased the inhibition rate on MFC cells (P<0.01). The half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT at the time point of 48 h was 68.51%, and subsequent intervention concentrations were selected as 55%, 70%, and 85%. Compared with the TA-BMSCs-CM group, the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT (particularly at concentrations of 70% 85%) suppressed the proliferation, migration, and invasion of MFC cells, promoted the cell apoptosis (P<0.05, P<0.01), decreased the levels of SDF1, MMP-9, and VEGFA, and downregulated the protein levels of MIF, CXCR4, VEGFA, and MMP-9 (P<0.05, P<0.01). The inhibitory effects of the intestinal absorption solution containing BXT were comparable to or superior to those of the SDF1 inhibitor (P<0.01). ConclusionThe intestinal absorption solution containing BXT can inhibit the invasion and migration of gastric cancer cells by interfering with the SDF1-CXCR4 axis in TA-BMSCs. The underlying mechanism may involve the regulation of the MIF/SDF1/CXCR4 signaling pathway and its downstream effector molecules.
5.Banxia Xiexintang Affect PD-L1 Expression Induced by Gastric Cancer Cell-derived Exosomes in Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells via Akt/c-Myc Signaling Axis
Wei ZHANG ; Xiping LIU ; Lijuan SHI ; Zhongbo ZHU ; Qingmiao WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):94-101
ObjectiveTo observe how Banxia Xiexintang affects programmed cell death 1 ligand 1 (PD-L1) expression induced by exosomes derived from gastric cancer cells in bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) through the protein kinase B (Akt)/c-myelocytomatosis oncogene (c-Myc) signaling axis, and its effects on the migration of BMSCs and gastric cancer cells. MethodsExosomes were isolated from human gastric cancer NCI-N87 cells and identified by transmission electron microscopy and Western blot. Rat BMSCs were passaged and identified by immunofluorescence staining. A Transwell chamber was used to create a non-contact co-culture system for NCI-N87 exosomes and BMSCs. The experiment was designed with normal, model, Banxia Xiexintang (10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang), PD-L1 monoclonal antibody (10% blank serum containing PD-L1 antibody), and combination (10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang and 10% blank serum containing PD-L1 antibody) groups. The suspension of BMSCs was added to the upper chamber of each group, with the normal group receiving serum culture medium without exosomes in the lower chamber, and the model group receiving NCI-N87 exosomes. The Banxia Xiexintang group, PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group, and combination group received 10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang, 10% blank serum containing PD-L1 monoclonal antibody, and 10% serum containing Banxia Xiexintang and 10% blank serum containing PD-L1 antibody, respectively, in the upper chamber. After 96 h, BMSCs from the upper chamber were collected, and the protein levels of p-Akt, Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1, as well as the mRNA levels of Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1, were determined by Western blot and Real-time PCR, respectively. The migration of BMSCs and NCI-N87 was assessed by the Transwell method. ResultsCompared with the normal group, the model group showed increases in protein levels of p-Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1, as well as mRNA levels of c-Myc and PD-L1 (P<0.05, P<0.01), and no significant change in the protein and mRNA levels of Akt. Compared with the model group, the Banxia Xiexintang group, PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group, and combination group showed decreases in protein levels of p-Akt, c-Myc, and PD-L1 (P<0.01). In addition, they had significant effects on the protein and mRNA levels of Akt. The combination group showed greater reductions in the protein and mRNA levels of c-Myc and PD-L1 than the Banxia Xiexintang group and PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group (P<0.05). Compared with the normal group, the model group showed increases in the number of migrating NCI-N87 and BMSCs (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the Banxia Xiexintang group, PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group, and combination group showed decreases in the number of migrating NCI-N87 and BMSCs (P<0.05, P<0.01), with the combination group showing greater reductions in the number of migrating NCI-N87 and BMSCs than the Banxia Xiexintang group and PD-L1 monoclonal antibody group (P<0.01). ConclusionBanxia Xiexintang can lower the PD-L1 expression induced by gastric cancer cell-derived exosomes in BMSCs induced and inhibit the migration of BMSCs and gastric cancer cells. Moreover, it has a synergistic effect when being used together with PD-L1, possibly related to the regulation of the Akt/c-Myc signaling axis.
6.Application study of auricular Gua Sha in patients with chronic renal failure accompanied by nausea and vomiting
Lijuan AI ; Shushu LU ; Jianjian SHI ; Jifen SHI ; Jing YE
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(12):1434-1439
Objective To explore the effectiveness of auricular Gua Sha based on auricular vagus nerve stimulation in patients with chronic renal failure accompanied by nausea and vomiting.Methods Using a convenience sampling method,100 patients with chronic renal failure and nausea and vomiting admitted to the Nephrology Department of a tertiary hospital in Zhejiang Province between January 2022 and December 2023 were selected.They were randomly divided into a test group and a control group,with 50 patients in each group.The test group received the conventional treatment and care for chronic renal failure with nausea and vomiting,along with auricular Gua Sha,with a 3-day intervention.The control group received only conventional treatment and care.The Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)symptom scores for nausea and vomiting,total effective rate of the efficacy index,symptom improvement time,total number of bowel movements,and adverse events were compared between the 2 groups.Results A total of 100 patients completed the study.After intervention,the scores for nausea and vomiting symptoms were lower in both groups compared to the scores before intervention,with the experimental group having lower scores than the control group(P<0.001);the total effective rate of the experimental group was 98.00%,higher than 88.00%in the control group(P<0.001).Following intervention,the time for improvement of nausea and vomiting symptoms in the experimental group was(7.50±1.74)minutes,shorter than(13.38±2.31)minutes in the control group(P<0.001);the total number of bowel movements in the experimental group was(3.34±0.63)times,more than(2.46±0.58)times in the control group(P<0.001);no adverse events occurred during the study.Conclusion Auricular Gua Sha based on auricular vagus nerve stimulation helps reduce nausea and vomiting symptom scores,improves the total effective rate of the efficacy index,shortens the symptom improvement time,increases the frequency of bowel movements,and it is safe for patients with chronic renal failure.
7.Acquisition of the standard for intubation and maintenance of nasointestinal tube in adult patients among 1 350 nurses:a cross-sectional study
Haiyan SHI ; Zhongyan HAN ; Xiao MA ; Yu DING ; Dan NIE ; Lijuan ZHANG ; Shanshan YANG ; Aixia REN ; Yanlan MA
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(13):1617-1623
Objective To investigate the acquisition of the"standard for intubation and maintenance of nasointestinal tube in adult patients"of Chinese Nursing Association,and its influencing factors,so as to provide a basis for targeted training programs.Methods A multi-centered,cross-sectional study was performed in 31 provinces from September to November 2023,and nurses from different departments which use nasointestinal tubes like intensive care units,gastroenterology,neurology,geriatrics were included by a convenient sampling method.The tool was a self-designed questionnaire based on the group standard and the survey was conducted.Multiple linear regression analysis was used to explore the influencing factors of nurses'knowledge of nasointestinal tubes intubation and maintenance.Results 1 350 valid questionnaires were collected.Only 61.63%of the respondents knew about the publishing of the standard.The score of knowledge of tube intubation and maintenance was(61.09±13.56).The results of multiple linear regression analysis showed the influencing factors of the score of knowledge of intubation and maintenance were as follows:education level,professional title,job position,intubation experience within half a year,and corresponding achievements(P<0.05).Conclusion The acqui-sition level of nurses for the standard calls for continuous promotion.Nursing managers should establish targeted training programs based on the related influencing factors,so as to advance the implementation of the group standard.
8.Prognostic value of circulating plasma cell in newly diagnosed multiple myeloma treated with bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone
Ruoru LIU ; Ye YAO ; Yuanyuan JIN ; Lu LIU ; Qinglin SHI ; Xuxing SHEN ; Lijuan CHEN
Chinese Journal of Hematology 2025;46(9):833-838
Objective:To investigate the prognostic value of circulating plasma cell (CPC) in patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (NDMM) undergoing induction therapy with bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone (VRD) regimen.Methods:This study retrospectively analyzed clinical data of 152 patients with NDMM treated with the VRD regimen as induction therapy in the Hematology Department of Jiangsu Provincial People’s Hospital from January 2019 to March 2024. The clinical characteristics, efficacy, and prognosis of patients with high and low CPC proportions are compared. The prognosis of patients in the CPC-positive group, CPC-negative conversion group, and CPC-negative group was analyzed.Results:This study included 152 patients with NDMM, comprising 76 males and 76 females, with a median age at onset of 62 (40–77) years. Compared with the group with CPC proportion of <0.105%, patients with CPC proportion of ≥0.105% demonstrated a higher proportion of International Staging System (ISS) stage Ⅲ ( P<0.001), Revised ISS stage Ⅲ ( P=0.023), HGB≤100 g/L ( P=0.015), β 2-microglobulin ≥3.5 g/L ( P<0.001), shorter median progression-free survival (PFS) period (24 months vs 52 months, P<0.001), and shorter median overall survival (OS) period (52 months vs not achieved, P=0.005). Patients in the CPC-negative group demonstrated a longer median PFS period (not reached vs 41 months vs 19 months, P<0.001) and median OS period (not reached vs not reached vs 26 months, P<0.001) compared with patients in the CPC-negative conversion group and CPC-positive group. Multivariate analysis revealed CPC proportion of ≥0.105% ( HR=3.79, 95% CI: 1.95–7.38, P<0.001), positive CPC after induction therapy ( HR=3.54, 95% CI: 1.41–8.87, P=0.007), and cytogenetic high risk ( HR=3.69, 95% CI: 1.85–7.37, P<0.001) as independent risk factors affecting the PFS of patients. Meanwhile, CPC of ≥0.105% ( HR=3.50, 95% CI: 1.29–9.48, P=0.014) and positive CPC after induction therapy ( HR=4.12, 95% CI: 1.13–15.03, P=0.032) are independent risk factors affecting the OS of patients. Conclusion:Patients with NDMM demonstrating high CPC expression have a worse prognosis, with CPC level as an independent prognostic factor.
9.Prognostic value of high-risk cytogenetic abnormalities inmultiple myeloma
Xuxing SHEN ; Jiapei YU ; Rui GUO ; Ying XU ; Yuanyuan JIN ; Qinglin SHI ; Lijuan CHEN
Chinese Journal of Hematology 2025;46(10):958-962
To retrospectively analyze the clinical data of 465 newly diagnosed patients with multiple myeloma (NDMM) admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University from December 2016 to December 2024, and compare the prognostic value of high-risk cytogenetic abnormalities (HRCAs) in NDMM patients under mSMART 3.0 and mSMART 4.0 risk stratification systems. The results showed that in both stratification systems, the prognosis of high-risk patients was worse than that of standard-risk patients. Moreover, a higher number of HRCAs was associated with a worse prognosis. The mSMART 4.0 system, which considers the coexistence of various cytogenetic abnormalities, provides a more precise definition of HRCA than mSMART 3.0. It demonstrates a superior ability to differentiate between different categories of cytogenetic risk.
10.Role of thyroid peroxidase autoantibody in the comorbidities of pemphigus vulgaris and Hashimoto thyroiditis
Lihao CHEN ; Lijuan ZHANG ; Yanxin ZHANG ; Jing SHI
Chinese Journal of Stomatology 2025;60(2):179-183
Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) is a group of autoimmune bullous diseases characterized by life-threatening intradermal blisters. Hashimoto thyroiditis (HT) is a kind of autoimmune disease with abnormal increase of thyroid peroxidase autoantibody (TPOAb), which is the thyroid specific antibody, leading to hypothyroidism. In recent years, the probability of HT in patients with PV is increasing, and the co-disease may be related to the effect of TPOAb autoantibody on oral keratinocytes. This article reviews the epidemiological relationship between PV and HT and the mechanism of TPOAb in their co-disease, in order to provide ideas for the diagnosis and treatment of both.

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