1.Inhibitory effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on the brown fat differentiation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells
Chenyang LIU ; Jin WANG ; Wenting ZHANG ; Liqing WANG ; Xiaoxiao YIN ; Junnan ZHAO ; Xiangying JIAO
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(23):4859-4867
BACKGROUND:Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells are one of the sources of adipocytes and express all renin-angiotensin system components,but the effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell differentiation into brown adipose tissue is not clear.OBJECTIVE:To observe the effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell differentiation into brown adipose tissue and investigate the role of angiotensin 1a receptor knockout in effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell differentiation into brown adipocytes and its potential mechanisms.METHODS:After isolation and culture of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells in wild-type and angiotensin 1a receptor knockout SD rats,the cells were cultured to the third generation and randomly divided into four groups:wild type group,knockout group,wild type+angiotensin Ⅱ group,and knockout+angiotensin Ⅱ group.The differentiation was induced in the brown fat induced differentiation medium for 14 days.Angiotensin Ⅱ(100 nmol/L)was added for intervention when the differentiation medium was changed each time in the latter two groups.Western blot assay,qRT-PCR,immunofluorescence,and other methods were used to detect the expression of induced differentiation,lipolysis,β oxidation,and mitochondrial biogenesis in brown fat.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Angiotensin Ⅱ could inhibit the browning of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells.Knockout of angiotensin 1a receptor could improve the inhibitory effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on brown lipid formation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells by promoting lipolysis,enhancing fatty acid β oxidation,promoting mitochondrial biogenesis,and enhancing mitochondrial function.These findings provide new research directions and potential therapeutic targets for obesity treatment,revealing the important role of renin angiotensin systems in fat metabolism and its potential as a therapeutic target.
2.Tetrahydrocurcumin protects against thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection in mice by activating the SIRT3 signaling pathway
Xiangyan PENG ; Bin ZHANG ; Xinan QIAO ; He SUN ; Liqing JIANG ; Hanzhao ZHU ; Zhenxiao JIN ; Jincheng LIU ; Weixun DUAN
Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica 2025;33(3):311-323
Objective To investigate the protective effects and potential mechanisms of tetrahydrocurcumin(THC)on thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection(TAAD)in mice.Methods TAAD was induced in 3-week-old C57BL/6J mice by oral administration of β-aminopropionitrile(BAPN)(diluted in drinking water,1 g/(kg·d)).Eighty mice were divided randomly into Con,BAPN,BAPN+THC,and BAPN+THC+3-TYP(SIRT3 inhibitor)groups(n=20 mice per group).The survival rate of mice in each group was recorded after 4 weeks.The maximum diameter of the aorta was measured and the histomorphology and aortic wall elastin integrity were evaluated by hematoxylin and eosin and elastin van Gieson staining.Macrophage infiltration was detected by immunohistochemical staining and α-smooth muscle actin(α-SMA)and osteopontin(OPN)expression were detected by immunofluorescence staining.The production of reactive oxygen species(ROS)was measured by dihydroethidium staining and superoxide dismutase(SOD)activity and malondialdehyde(MDA)levels were determined using kits.Protein expression levels of matrix metalloproteinase(MMP)2,MMP9,interleukin(IL)-6,tumor necrosis factor(TNF)-α,nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2(NRF2),NADPH oxidase 2(NOX2),α-SMA,OPN,sirtuin 3(SIRT3),Ac-SOD2,and SOD2 were measured by Western Blot.Results Mice in the BAPN+THC group showed significantly higher survival and a lower incidence of TAAD compared with the BAPN group and the degree of aortic dilatation and morphology and structure were improved(P<0.05).Infiltration of CD68-positive macrophages and MMP2,MMP9,IL-6,and TNF-α expression levels were lower(P<0.05),ROS generation,MDA content,and NOX2 expression in aortic tissue were also significantly decreased,while SOD activity and NRF2 expression were increased(P<0.05).α-SMA expression was also increased,while OPN expression was reduced(P<0.05).SIRT3 expression was increased while the Ac-SOD2/SOD2 ratio was decreased(P<0.01).Treatment with the SIRT3-specific inhibitor and silencing of SIRT3 counteracted the ability of THC to resist TAAD via the SIRT3 signaling pathway(all P<0.05).Conclusions THC alleviated inflammation and oxidative stress in aortic tissues by activating the SIRT3 signaling pathway,thus inhibiting the phenotypic transformation of vascular smooth muscle cells and resisting the formation of TAAD in mice.
3.Tetrahydrocurcumin protects against thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection in mice by activating the SIRT3 signaling pathway
Xiangyan PENG ; Bin ZHANG ; Xinan QIAO ; He SUN ; Liqing JIANG ; Hanzhao ZHU ; Zhenxiao JIN ; Jincheng LIU ; Weixun DUAN
Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica 2025;33(3):311-323
Objective To investigate the protective effects and potential mechanisms of tetrahydrocurcumin(THC)on thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection(TAAD)in mice.Methods TAAD was induced in 3-week-old C57BL/6J mice by oral administration of β-aminopropionitrile(BAPN)(diluted in drinking water,1 g/(kg·d)).Eighty mice were divided randomly into Con,BAPN,BAPN+THC,and BAPN+THC+3-TYP(SIRT3 inhibitor)groups(n=20 mice per group).The survival rate of mice in each group was recorded after 4 weeks.The maximum diameter of the aorta was measured and the histomorphology and aortic wall elastin integrity were evaluated by hematoxylin and eosin and elastin van Gieson staining.Macrophage infiltration was detected by immunohistochemical staining and α-smooth muscle actin(α-SMA)and osteopontin(OPN)expression were detected by immunofluorescence staining.The production of reactive oxygen species(ROS)was measured by dihydroethidium staining and superoxide dismutase(SOD)activity and malondialdehyde(MDA)levels were determined using kits.Protein expression levels of matrix metalloproteinase(MMP)2,MMP9,interleukin(IL)-6,tumor necrosis factor(TNF)-α,nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2(NRF2),NADPH oxidase 2(NOX2),α-SMA,OPN,sirtuin 3(SIRT3),Ac-SOD2,and SOD2 were measured by Western Blot.Results Mice in the BAPN+THC group showed significantly higher survival and a lower incidence of TAAD compared with the BAPN group and the degree of aortic dilatation and morphology and structure were improved(P<0.05).Infiltration of CD68-positive macrophages and MMP2,MMP9,IL-6,and TNF-α expression levels were lower(P<0.05),ROS generation,MDA content,and NOX2 expression in aortic tissue were also significantly decreased,while SOD activity and NRF2 expression were increased(P<0.05).α-SMA expression was also increased,while OPN expression was reduced(P<0.05).SIRT3 expression was increased while the Ac-SOD2/SOD2 ratio was decreased(P<0.01).Treatment with the SIRT3-specific inhibitor and silencing of SIRT3 counteracted the ability of THC to resist TAAD via the SIRT3 signaling pathway(all P<0.05).Conclusions THC alleviated inflammation and oxidative stress in aortic tissues by activating the SIRT3 signaling pathway,thus inhibiting the phenotypic transformation of vascular smooth muscle cells and resisting the formation of TAAD in mice.
4.Inhibitory effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on the brown fat differentiation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells
Chenyang LIU ; Jin WANG ; Wenting ZHANG ; Liqing WANG ; Xiaoxiao YIN ; Junnan ZHAO ; Xiangying JIAO
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(23):4859-4867
BACKGROUND:Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells are one of the sources of adipocytes and express all renin-angiotensin system components,but the effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell differentiation into brown adipose tissue is not clear.OBJECTIVE:To observe the effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell differentiation into brown adipose tissue and investigate the role of angiotensin 1a receptor knockout in effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell differentiation into brown adipocytes and its potential mechanisms.METHODS:After isolation and culture of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells in wild-type and angiotensin 1a receptor knockout SD rats,the cells were cultured to the third generation and randomly divided into four groups:wild type group,knockout group,wild type+angiotensin Ⅱ group,and knockout+angiotensin Ⅱ group.The differentiation was induced in the brown fat induced differentiation medium for 14 days.Angiotensin Ⅱ(100 nmol/L)was added for intervention when the differentiation medium was changed each time in the latter two groups.Western blot assay,qRT-PCR,immunofluorescence,and other methods were used to detect the expression of induced differentiation,lipolysis,β oxidation,and mitochondrial biogenesis in brown fat.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Angiotensin Ⅱ could inhibit the browning of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells.Knockout of angiotensin 1a receptor could improve the inhibitory effect of angiotensin Ⅱ on brown lipid formation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells by promoting lipolysis,enhancing fatty acid β oxidation,promoting mitochondrial biogenesis,and enhancing mitochondrial function.These findings provide new research directions and potential therapeutic targets for obesity treatment,revealing the important role of renin angiotensin systems in fat metabolism and its potential as a therapeutic target.
5.Research progress on microRNAs in deep vein thrombosis
Lei LI ; Qidong YUAN ; Xitao PENG ; Jin ZHU ; Juncai PENG ; Changhai HE ; Liqing FU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2024;34(11):169-176
MicroRNAs(miRNAs)comprise a class of endogenous RNA molecules with a typical length of 19~25 nucleotides.They regulate gene expression levels by identifying homologous sequences and intervening in transcription,translation,or epigenetic processes.miRNAs have potential applications in relation to the pathogenesis,progression,and treatment of deep vein thrombosis(DVT).DVT refers to the abnormal coagulation of blood within the lumen of the deep veins,blocking the venous lumen and obstructing the venous return,especially in the lower limbs.Furthermore,detachment of the thrombus and entry into the lungs can lead to death.This article comprehensively reviews recent research findings regarding the diverse mechanisms of action of miRNAs in relation to DVT.Given that the regulation of miRNA expression using targeted therapeutic approaches may promote the recovery of DVT,this article also discusses the potential applications of miRNAs for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of DVT,and aims to provide valuable references and insights for future clinical and basic research in the field of DVT.
6.Rehabilitation care for a pediatric patient undergoing sequential hematopoietic stem cell transplantation following liver transplantation
Liwei XU ; Zhengwen PAN ; Aiping HUANG ; Xiaoyu ZHOU ; Liqing CAI ; Aiyun JIN
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(24):3036-3040
To summarize the nursing experience of a pediatric patient who underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplantation following liver transplantation for erythropoietic protoporphyria,several key nursing points were identified.These included implementing plasma exchange to prevent liver failure,employing light-avoidance therapy to reduce photosensitivity,enhancing skin and mucosal care to minimize bacterial colonization,and strengthening caregiver management to prevent cross-infection.After hematopoietic stem cell transplantation,the main focus of nursing care shifted towards drug management to mitigate liver damage,closely monitoring the patient's condition for potential nervous system lesions,implementing effective diarrhea management strategies to prevent perianal infection,prioritizing psychological support in order to alleviate negative emotions experienced by the patient,and providing individualized health education and follow-up management plans aimed at promoting rehabilitation.Because of meticulous nursing provided by a dedicated multidisciplinary team,the child showed significant improvement within 34 days post-transplantation and continued recovering well during outpatient follow-up visits conducted 4 months after hospital discharge.
7.Research progress on microRNAs in deep vein thrombosis
Lei LI ; Qidong YUAN ; Xitao PENG ; Jin ZHU ; Juncai PENG ; Changhai HE ; Liqing FU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2024;34(11):169-176
MicroRNAs(miRNAs)comprise a class of endogenous RNA molecules with a typical length of 19~25 nucleotides.They regulate gene expression levels by identifying homologous sequences and intervening in transcription,translation,or epigenetic processes.miRNAs have potential applications in relation to the pathogenesis,progression,and treatment of deep vein thrombosis(DVT).DVT refers to the abnormal coagulation of blood within the lumen of the deep veins,blocking the venous lumen and obstructing the venous return,especially in the lower limbs.Furthermore,detachment of the thrombus and entry into the lungs can lead to death.This article comprehensively reviews recent research findings regarding the diverse mechanisms of action of miRNAs in relation to DVT.Given that the regulation of miRNA expression using targeted therapeutic approaches may promote the recovery of DVT,this article also discusses the potential applications of miRNAs for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of DVT,and aims to provide valuable references and insights for future clinical and basic research in the field of DVT.
8.Rehabilitation care for a pediatric patient undergoing sequential hematopoietic stem cell transplantation following liver transplantation
Liwei XU ; Zhengwen PAN ; Aiping HUANG ; Xiaoyu ZHOU ; Liqing CAI ; Aiyun JIN
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(24):3036-3040
To summarize the nursing experience of a pediatric patient who underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplantation following liver transplantation for erythropoietic protoporphyria,several key nursing points were identified.These included implementing plasma exchange to prevent liver failure,employing light-avoidance therapy to reduce photosensitivity,enhancing skin and mucosal care to minimize bacterial colonization,and strengthening caregiver management to prevent cross-infection.After hematopoietic stem cell transplantation,the main focus of nursing care shifted towards drug management to mitigate liver damage,closely monitoring the patient's condition for potential nervous system lesions,implementing effective diarrhea management strategies to prevent perianal infection,prioritizing psychological support in order to alleviate negative emotions experienced by the patient,and providing individualized health education and follow-up management plans aimed at promoting rehabilitation.Because of meticulous nursing provided by a dedicated multidisciplinary team,the child showed significant improvement within 34 days post-transplantation and continued recovering well during outpatient follow-up visits conducted 4 months after hospital discharge.
9.Effects of paroxetine on the safety of mothers and infants in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy:a meta-analysis
Liqing LU ; Ning WAN ; Bo JI ; Jin YUAN ; Huiying WEN ; Weibin XIAO
China Pharmacy 2023;34(3):361-365
OBJECTIVE To systematically evaluate the safety of paroxetine in the treatment of pregnant patients with depression in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, and provide reference for rational clinical use of it. METHODS Retrieved from Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase, VIP, CNKI, Wanfang database and SinoMed database, by manual search, randomized controlled studies or observational studies were collected on depression patients who were given paroxetine vs. selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy during the inception to Aug. 2022. Methodological qualities of the included studies were assessed by Cochrane Handbook 5.1.0 or Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS). Meta-analysis was performed with RevMan 5.4.1 software. RESULTS Finally, 9 observational studies were included, and all included studies were of high quality in NOS scale. Meta-analysis was performed on 8 cohort studies. Meta-analysis showed that the total incidence of adverse pregnancy outcomes of mothers and infants [RR=0.99, 95%CI(0.89,1.10),P=0.87], total incidence of maternal adverse pregnancy outcomes [RR=0.98, 95%CI (0.87,1.10), P=0.69] and premature birth [RR=0.89, 95%CI (0.43, 1.83), P=0.75] in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy were lower than that with other SSRI, without statistical significance. The incidence of neonatal complications with paroxetine in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy was higher than that with other SSRI, but the difference was not statistically significant [RR=1.02, 95%CI (0.82,1.29), P=0.84]. One study reported that the incidence of neonatal pulmonary hypertension in paroxetine group was higher than that in other SSRI group (0.4% vs. 0.3%). CONCLUSIONS The safety of peroxetine in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy is comparable with that of other SSRI, but it is necessary to be alert to the occurrence of neonatal pulmonary hypertension.
10.Long-term Complete Remission of Decitabine-Primed Tandem CD19/CD22 CAR-T Therapy with PD-1 and BTK Inhibitors Maintenance in a Refractory Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma Patient
Rui ZOU ; Xiao ZHOU ; Hailing LIU ; Peng WANG ; Fan XIA ; Liqing KANG ; Lei YU ; Depei WU ; Zhengming JIN ; Changju QU
Cancer Research and Treatment 2023;55(4):1363-1368
Primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) is a rare and aggressive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma that affects the brain, eyes, cerebrospinal fluid, or spinal cord without systemic involvement. The outcome of patients with PCNSL is worse compared to patients with systemic diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Given potential mortality associated with severe immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS), patients with PCNSL have been excluded from most clinical trials involving chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy initially. Here, we report for the first time to apply decitabine-primed tandem CD19/CD22 dual-targeted CAR-T therapy with programmed cell death-1 (PD-1) and Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitors maintenance in one patient with multiline-resistant refractory PCNSL and the patient has maintained complete remission (CR) for a 35-month follow-up period. This case represents the first successful treatment of multiline resistant refractory PCNSL with long-term CR and without inducing ICANS under tandem CD19/CD22 bispecific CAR-T therapy followed by maintenance therapy with PD-1 and BTK inhibitors. This study shows tremendous potential in the treatment of PCNSL and offers a look toward ongoing clinical studies.

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