1.Microscopic Mechanism of Ulcerative Colitis and New Ideas on Medicine Management Based on Theory of Mutual Interference Between Lucidity and Turbidity
Yuying XU ; Changpu ZHAO ; Lei LUO ; Renwu CHEN ; Zishun LI ; Meiling LI ; Rongzhi LI ; Yu ZHANG ; Guangjie SHU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(1):288-299
The chapter Zhouyu in Guoyu says "Qi of the heaven and the earth moves without losing its order." With lucidity ascending and turbidity descending, Qi moves in a normal state, and Yin and Yang consolidate the foundation of the body. The mutual interference between lucidity and turbidity leads to the disorder of Qi movement, thus causing diseases. It is a pathological state of disorder between ascending and descending, as well as between entering and exiting, gradually evolving into a state of turbidity affecting lucidity and transforming into pathogen, which can be used to interpret and analyze the core of disease pathogenesis. The theory of lucidity and turbidity is connected with the harmony of nutrient and defensive aspects, Qi circulation, and sweat pore associating with Qi movement, and it has common implications with immune responses and nutrient metabolism system, intestinal mucosal barrier function, and mitochondrial energy synthesis. Modern studies have shown that intestinal flora imbalance, bile acid receptor inactivation, macrophage polarization imbalance, epithelial-mesenchymal transition, ferroptosis and other related microscopic pathological mechanisms are involved in the development and progression of ulcerative colitis. By delving into the common meaning of the classic theory of mutual interference between lucidity and turbidity in traditional Chinese medicine and modern medical pathological mechanisms, this paper summarizes the correspondence between the micropathological mechanism and the theory of mutual interference between lucidity and turbidity in the regulation and mamagement of ulcerative colitis. The combined use of sweet and warm medicinal materials consolidates the middle Qi and activates Qi circulation, thus ascending lucidity and descending turbidity. The combined use of pungent medicinal materials for dispersing and bitter medicinal materials for descending simultaneously raises warm and clear Qi. Wind-extinguishing medicinal materials facilitate the ascending of Qi and the opening of sweat pores. Accordingly, turbidity descends and lucidity ascends. The prescriptions incorporating these medication principles are in agreement with the therapeutic approach of following the normal flow of lucidity and turbidity. This paper clarifies the scientific connotation and micropathologic mechanism of ulcerative colitis from the perspective of mutual interference between lucidity and turbidity, providing new theories and prescriptions for the clinical diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ulcerative colitis.
2.Advances in diffuse optical technology lenses for myopia control
Kun HE ; Bingxin PAN ; Suyun YANG ; Zhiyang HE ; Mengting ZHENG ; Meiling SHU ; Pengfei JIANG ; Shan XU ; Pengfei TIAN
International Eye Science 2025;25(9):1476-1483
Recent years have witnessed significant advancements in myopia control research through the application of diffuse optical technology(DOT)spectacle lenses. Myopia has emerged as a global public health challenge, affecting nearly half of the world's population, with childhood and adolescent myopia rates continuing to rise. DOT lenses represent an innovative myopia control intervention based on retinal contrast signal theory. These lenses incorporate micro-light scattering dots distributed across the lens surface to reduce retinal imaging contrast and modulate the influence of visual input on axial elongation, thereby slowing myopia progression. The core mechanism operates through refractive index differences between the lens substrate(1.53)and scattering dots(1.50), which generate optical scattering effects. This design maintains clear vision through a central 5 mm optical zone while effectively reducing contrast signal intensity in the peripheral retina. Large-scale randomized controlled trials, including the CYPRESS study, have demonstrated significant myopia control efficacy in children aged 6-10 years: 12-month follow-up data revealed a 74% reduction in myopia progression and a 50% reduction in axial elongation, with sustained safety and visual quality maintained over 4-year long-term follow-up. However, several aspects of DOT technology remain contentious and require further clinical validation, including its applicability across different age groups, optimal scattering dot density configurations, combined application effects with other myopia control methods, and long-term visual adaptation during extended use. This review systematically examines the theoretical foundations, design characteristics, clinical application progress, and future development directions of DOT technology, providing scientific evidence for clinical myopia prevention and control strategy formulation.
3.Clinical effect of Xiaotan Zhitong gel in treating heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis:a random controlled study
Xuan ZHANG ; Jiayu LIANG ; Ling WANG ; Meiling WANG ; Pinkang WEI ; Jingyu XU
Academic Journal of Naval Medical University 2025;46(1):147-151
Objective To observe the clinical effect of Xiaotan Zhitong gel on heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis.Methods A total of 72 patients diagnosed with plantar fasciitis heel pain were randomly divided into observation group(36 cases)and control group(36 cases).Patients in the control group were treated with local application of diclofenac diethylamine emulgel twice a day and those in the treatment group were treated with Xiaotan Zhitong gel twice a day,with both treatments lasting for 28 d.The visual analogue scale(VAS)score of heel pain,the quantitative scale score of heel pain symptom grading,and the American Foot and Ankle Society(AOFAS)ankle-hindfoot score were evaluated before and after treatment.The changes of plantar fascia thickness were examined ultrasonographically before and after treatment in the 2 groups.The effective rates of treatment and the 3-month relapse rates were observed in the 2 groups.Results Before treatment,there were no significant differences in heel pain VAS score,heel pain symptom grading quantitative scale score,AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score,or plantar fascia thickness between the 2 groups(all P>0.05).After treatment,the above indexes were improved in both groups compared with those before treatment(all P<0.05);and the pain VAS score,heel pain symptom grading quantitative scale total score,heel pain symptom grading quantitative scale pain score,heel pain symptom grading quantitative scale pressure score,heel pain symptom grading quantitative scale dysfunction score,and AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score in the observation group were significantly improved compared with those in the control group(all P<0.05).The thickness of plantar fascia was significantly thinner than that of the control group(P<0.05),and the insomnia scores on the heel pain symptom grading quantitative scale were not significantly different between the 2 groups(P>0.05).The effective rate of the observation group(80.6%,29/36)was significantly higher than that of the control group(55.6%,20/36)(P<0.05),and the 3-month recurrence rate in the observation group(16.7%,6/36)was significantly lower than that of the control group(41.7%,15/36)(P<0.05).Conclusion Xiaotan Zhitong gel can reduce heel pain,improve foot function,and reduce plantar fascia thickness in patients with plantar fasciitis,also with low recurrence rate after treatment.
4.Value of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte and platelet ratio in predicting recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites and establishment of a nomogram model
Meiling XIAN ; Jie CHEN ; Huaqian XU ; Shanhong TANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(11):2329-2335
ObjectiveTo investigate the association between neutrophil-to-lymphocyte and platelet ratio (NLPR) and recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites, and to establish an individualized risk prediction model. MethodsThe patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites who were hospitalized in Department of Gastroenterology, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command of Chinese PLA, from January 2015 to December 2022 were enrolled. General information and laboratory markers were collected, and NLPR was calculated. The independent-samples t test or the Mann-Whitney U test was used for comparison of continuous data between two groups, and the chi-square test or the chi-square test with correction was used for comparison of categorical data between two groups. The subjects were randomly divided into a training set and a validation set at a ratio of 7∶3. In the training set, univariate and multivariate binary Logistic regression analyses were used to investigate the independent influencing factors for recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites, and a nomogram was established; the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to assess the value of the new model in predicting recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites, and the Delong test was used for comparison of the area under the ROC curve (AUC). The calibration curve and the decision curve were plotted for the model, and the model was assessed in terms of degree of fitting and predictive benefits. ResultsA total of 360 patients were enrolled, among whom134 achieved recompensation. There were 252 patients in the training set and 108 patients in the validation set, and there were no significant differences in baseline characteristics between the two groups (all P>0.05). The Logistic regression analysis showed that the onset of hepatic encephalopathy (odds ratio [OR]=0.066, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.008 — 0.545, P=0.012), NLPR (OR=0.950, 95%CI: 0.912 — 0.989, P=0.012), alpha-fetoprotein (OR=1.012, 95%CI: 1.005 — 1.020, P<0.001), and albumin (OR=1.096, 95%CI: 1.031 — 1.166, P=0.003) were independent influencing factors for recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites. The above four factors were included in a nomogram predictive model, which had an AUC of 0.776, a sensitivity of 66.5%, and a specificity of 76.3% in the training set and an AUC of 0.746, a sensitivity of 63.4%, and a specificity of 75.7% in the validation set, while Model for End-Stage Liver Disease score, Child-Pugh score, and albumin-bilirubin score had an AUC of 0.574, 0.628, and 0.621, respectively. The nomogram model had a better performance than the other three scores in predicting recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites (Z=4.191, 3.369, and 3.527, P<0.001, P=0.001, and P<0.001). The calibration curve and the decision curve showed that the model had a good degree of fitting, and the decision made using this model could bring net benefits. ConclusionNLPR has a good value in predicting recompensation in patients with hepatitis B cirrhotic ascites, and the nomogram model established can help to predict recompensation in such patients in clinical practice.
5.Prokaryotic expression of mouse LRP16, preparation and identification of rabbit anti-mouse LRP16 polyclonal antibody.
Feifei ZHANG ; Jian LI ; Xiangying XU ; Meiling HAN ; Zhe ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Cellular and Molecular Immunology 2025;41(6):544-551
Objective To investigate prokaryotic expression of the antigen sequence (amino acids 59-145) of mouse leukemia-related protein 16 (LRP16) protein and preparation of rabbit anti-mouse LRP16 polyclonal antibody. Methods The prokaryotic expression plasmid pLS962-LRP16 was constructed by the molecular cloning method and transferred into E.coli Rosetta to express LRP16 protein induced by IPTG. The recombinant protein was purified using Ni-NTA affinity columns followed by gel filtration chromatography. New Zealand white rabbits were immunized with the purified antigen to generate polyclonal antiserum, with antibody titer quantified by ELISA. Antigen-specific IgG was affinity-purified using Sepharose-coupled LRP16 and validated through Western blot and immunofluorescence assays. Results SDS-PAGE analysis confirmed insoluble expression of the LRP16 fusion protein as inclusion bodies. ELISA demonstrated exceptional antiserum titer (1:256 000). Western blot and immunofluorescence verified that the polyclonal antibody could specifically recognize endogenous LRP16 in murine tissues. Conclusion The prokaryotic expression of the LRP16 gene is successfully achieved, and the rabbit anti-mouse LRP16 polyclonal antibody exhibiting high specificity is prepared. This lays the foundation for further studies on the function of the LRP16 gene.
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6.Summary of the best evidence for nutrition management of sarcopenia in maintenance hemodialysis patients
Luchen CHEN ; Huajuan SHEN ; Yongze DONG ; Meiling ZHOU ; Xiujun XU ; Yan JIANG ; Mengjiao ZHAO ; Shiyan YAO ; Guannan MA ; Haixin SONG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(34):4665-4674
Objective:To summarize the best evidence for nutrition management of sarcopenia in patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (MHD), to guide the development of nutrition management programs.Methods:Using the 6S evidence model, literature on nutrition management of sarcopenia in MHD patients was electronically retrieved from databases and websites including UpToDate, Guidelines International Network, Joanna Briggs Institute Evidence-Based Health Care Center Database, European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, UK Kidney Association, PubMed, Web of Science, China Biology Medicine disc, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and Wanfang Data. The search period was from database establishment to July 30, 2024. After screening and quality assessment of the literature, evidence was extracted and summarized.Results:A total of 19 articles were included, comprising one clinical decision, six guidelines, five systematic reviews, five expert consensus, and two randomized controlled trials. Twenty-six pieces of evidence were summarized from six aspects of nutrition team establishment and counseling, nutritional screening and assessment, nutritional support, nutrient intake, nutritional monitoring, and health education.Conclusions:The evidence summary on nutrition management of sarcopenia in MHD patients provides a basis for implementing nutritional interventions. Evidence transformation and application should be conducted in accordance with patient preferences and the actual clinical context.
7.Summary of the best evidence for nutrition management of sarcopenia in maintenance hemodialysis patients
Luchen CHEN ; Huajuan SHEN ; Yongze DONG ; Meiling ZHOU ; Xiujun XU ; Yan JIANG ; Mengjiao ZHAO ; Shiyan YAO ; Guannan MA ; Haixin SONG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(34):4665-4674
Objective:To summarize the best evidence for nutrition management of sarcopenia in patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (MHD), to guide the development of nutrition management programs.Methods:Using the 6S evidence model, literature on nutrition management of sarcopenia in MHD patients was electronically retrieved from databases and websites including UpToDate, Guidelines International Network, Joanna Briggs Institute Evidence-Based Health Care Center Database, European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, UK Kidney Association, PubMed, Web of Science, China Biology Medicine disc, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and Wanfang Data. The search period was from database establishment to July 30, 2024. After screening and quality assessment of the literature, evidence was extracted and summarized.Results:A total of 19 articles were included, comprising one clinical decision, six guidelines, five systematic reviews, five expert consensus, and two randomized controlled trials. Twenty-six pieces of evidence were summarized from six aspects of nutrition team establishment and counseling, nutritional screening and assessment, nutritional support, nutrient intake, nutritional monitoring, and health education.Conclusions:The evidence summary on nutrition management of sarcopenia in MHD patients provides a basis for implementing nutritional interventions. Evidence transformation and application should be conducted in accordance with patient preferences and the actual clinical context.
8.Factors associated with hospitalization for surgical management of refractory posterior epistaxis
Meiling XU ; Haibo XU ; Guifen CAI ; Lifeng ZHANG ; Zhaosheng LI ; Jincheng LIN
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners 2025;24(10):1254-1260
Objective:To investigate the clinical characteristics, bleeding site distribution, and factors associated with hospitalization for surgical management in patients with refractory posterior epistaxis.Methods:This cross-sectional study retrospectively analyzed data from 3 473 patients with refractory posterior epistaxis treated at ENT department or Emergency Department of Affiliated Zhangzhou Hospital of Fujian Medical University, between January 2018 and December 2024. The demographic and clinical data of patients were collected. Univariate analyses and multivariable logistic regression were applied to identify factors associated with hospitalization for surgical intervention.Results:Among 3 473 patients (65.94%(2 290 cases) male; mean age (54±21) years), 46.96% (1 631 cases)were aged 41-69 years. Bleeding predominantly occurred at night (89.66%, 3 114 cases) and in winter (29.92%, 1 039 cases). The most frequent bleeding sites were the olfactory cleft (25.22%,876 cases) and inferior meatus vault (25.63%,890 cases), followed by the posterior regions of middle meatus (11.26%,391 cases), the foremost regions of nasal cavity (11.20%,389 cases), the nasal septum surface (11.23%,390 cases), the bottom of nasal cavity (9.42%,327 cases), and the others or uncertain sites (6.05%,210 cases). Endoscopic electrocautery was performed in 75.01% of cases. Overall, 2 715 patients required hospitalization for surgery. Univariate analysis identified older age (≥70 years), male sex, alcohol use, nighttime onset, winter season, hypertension, diabetes, and anticoagulant use as significantly associated with hospitalization ( χ2=6.51, 8.03, 5.11, -0.17, 7.53, 12.52, 6.83, 5.18, all P<0.05). Multivariable logistic regression confirmed older age ( OR=2.45, 95% CI: 1.81-7.50), winter season ( OR=9.55, 95% CI: 2.26-9.38), nighttime onset ( OR=6.78, 95% CI: 1.84-6.96), alcohol use ( OR=27.71, 95% CI: 11.97-64.14), hypertension ( OR=7.93, 95% CI: 1.64-11.84), and anticoagulant use ( OR=6.39, 95% CI: 1.06-9.47) as independent positive factors associated with hospitalization for surgical management (all P<0.05). Conclusions:Refractory posterior epistaxis most commonly affects individuals aged 41-69 years, with bleeding frequently originating from the olfactory cleft or inferior meatus vault, and exhibits seasonal (winter) and diurnal (nighttime) patterns. Independent factors significantly associated with the need for hospitalization and surgical intervention include older age, winter onset, nighttime onset, alcohol use, hypertension, and anticoagulant use. Identifying these factors may aid in risk stratification and clinical decision-making.
9.Facilitators and barriers to pulmonary rehabilitation in postoperative lung cancer patients:a Meta-synthesis
Tingting XIAO ; Lichun XU ; Hui ZHENG ; Meiling HUANG ; Man ZHANG ; Mingqi ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(18):2279-2286
Objective To synthesize qualitative studies on the experiences of postoperative lung cancer patients participating in pulmonary rehabilitation,aiming to comprehensively understand the barriers and facilitators influencing their engagement and to provide evidence-based insights for improving rehabilitation adherence.Methods Qualitative studies were retrieved from databases including Web of Science,PubMed,Cochrane Library,Embase,CNKI,Wanfang Data,VIPand Sinomed,with a search period spanning from database inception to January,2025.The methodological quality of eligible studies was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist for Qualitative Research.Extracted findings were mapped and synthesized using the Theoretical Domains Framework(TDF)and the Capability-Opportunity-Motivation-Behavior mode(COM-B).Results Ultimately,a total of 11 studies were included,yielding 48 findings.Using the Theoretical Domains Framework(TDF)and COM-B model,facilitators and barriers to pulmonary rehabilitation in postoperative lung cancer patients were mapped and consolidated into 14 categories,culminating in 2 synthesized findings.Conclusion Participation in pulmonary rehabilitation among postoperative lung cancer patients is influenced by multiple factors.Clinicians should develop patient-centered pulmonary rehabilitation plans by considering these factors and incorporating patients' attitudes and perspectives.
10.Scoping review of research on nurses' self-efficacy in disaster contexts
Meiling DENG ; Xiaorong MAO ; Yehua XU ; Yiting WEN ; Hongying WU ; Huan WU
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(20):2542-2548
Objective To conduct a scoping review of studies on nurses' self-efficacy in disaster contexts,and to provide references for enhancing nurses' self-efficacy in disaster response.Methods Guided by the methodology of scoping review,we systematically searched PubMed,Web of Science,Cochrane Library,CINAHL,China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI),Wanfang Data,VIP Database,and China Biology Medicine disc(CBM)from inception to July 3,2025.Totally 2 researchers independently screened the search results,summarized them,and extracted relevant data.Results A total of 21 studies were included.Nurses' self-efficacy in disaster contexts was generally at a moderate level,influenced by multiple factors including sociodemographic characteristics,occupational background,and physical and mental health status.The main assessment tools were the General Self-Efficacy Scale and the Disaster Response Self-Efficacy Scale.Interventions included psychological first aid training,scenario simulation training,and immersive movie escape room training.Conclusion Nurses' self-efficacy in disaster contexts is generally at a moderate level with multiple influencing factors.Relevant assessment tools need further optimization,and interventions require further refinement.

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