1.Troxerutin modulates nuclear factor-kappaB signaling pathway to inhibit brain injury and neuronal apoptosis in cerebral infarction rats
Zhezhe LIU ; Meiqing YU ; Tingting WANG ; Min ZHANG ; Baiyan LI
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(6):1137-1143
BACKGROUND:Troxerutin has been found to have a significant ameliorative effect on brain disorders,but there are fewer studies on the effects of troxerutin on the treatment of cerebral infarction and on neuronal cells. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the mechanism by which troxerutin regulates nuclear factor-κB signaling pathway to reduce brain injury and neuronal apoptosis in cerebral infarction rats. METHODS:Fifty clean grade rats were randomized into healthy group,model group,and troxerutin+nuclear factor-κB agonist group,troxerutin group,and nuclear factor-κB inhibitor group.Except for the healthy group,all other groups were used to establish a rat model of cerebral infarction by arterial ligation.The healthy and model groups were treated once a day with an equal amount of physiological saline by gavage.The troxerutin+nuclear factor-κB agonist group was intervened with 72 mg/kg troxerutin by gavage+20 mg/kg RANK intraperitoneally.The troxerutin group was treated with 72 mg/kg troxerutin by gavage.The nuclear factor κB inhibitor group was intervened intraperitoneally with 120 mg/kg nuclear factor κB inhibitor pyrrolidine disulfiram.Administration in each group was given once a day for 30 continuous days.Zea-longa was used to detect neurological damage in rats,hematoxylin-eosin staining was used to observe pathological changes,TUNEL was used to detect neuronal apoptosis,and immunoblotting and PCR were used to detect the expression of nuclear factor-κB p65 and nuclear factor-κB p50 at protein and mRNA levels,respectively. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Compared with the healthy group,the neurological function score,neuronal apoptosis rate,nuclear factor-κB p65,nuclear factor-κB p50 mRNA and protein expression levels were elevated in the model group(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,the neurological function score,neuronal apoptosis rate,nuclear factor-κB p65 and nuclear factor-κB p50 mRNA and protein expression levels were decreased in the troxerutin+nuclear factor-κB agonist group(P<0.05).Compared with the troxerutin+nuclear factor-κB agonist group,the neurological function score,neuronal apoptosis rate,nuclear factor-κB p65 and nuclear factor-κB p50 mRNA and protein expression levels were reduced in the troxerutin group and nuclear factor-κB inhibitor group(P<0.05).In addition,there was no difference between the troxerutin group and the nuclear factor-κB inhibitor group(P>0.05).In the model group,there was a large number of cytoplasmic vacuolation,obvious edema and necrosis,and a large number of inflammatory cell infiltrations.In the troxerutin+nuclear factor-κB agonist,the swelling of brain tissue was reduced,and reticulate structures and condensed cells were reduced,still with some edema.In the troxerutin group and nuclear factor-κB inhibitor group,brain tissue swelling,neuronal edema degeneration,cytoplasmic vacuolation and neuronal nucleus consolidation were reduced,and the inflammatory cell infiltration was significantly decreased.To conclude,troxrutin can reduce the expression of neurological impairment,inhibit neuronal apoptosis and improve the pathological injury of brain tissue in rats with cerebral infarction,and its mechanism of action may be related to the modulation of nuclear factor-κB expression and related signaling pathways.
2.Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells overexpressing neuregulin-1 promote skin wound healing in mice
Taotao HU ; Bing LIU ; Cheng CHEN ; Zongyin YIN ; Daohong KAN ; Jie NI ; Lingxiao YE ; Xiangbing ZHENG ; Min YAN ; Yong ZOU
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(7):1343-1349
BACKGROUND:Neuregulin 1 has been shown to be characterized in cell proliferation,differentiation,and vascular growth.Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells are important seed cells in the field of tissue engineering,and have been shown to be involved in tissue repair and regeneration. OBJECTIVE:To construct human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells overexpressing neuregulin 1 and investigate their proliferation and migration abilities,as well as their effects on wound healing. METHODS:(1)Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells were in vitro isolated and cultured and identified.(2)A lentivirus overexpressing neuregulin 1 was constructed.Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells were divided into empty group,neuregulin 1 group,and control group,and transfected with empty lentivirus and lentivirus overexpressing neuregulin 1,or not transfected,respectively.(3)Edu assay was used to detect the proliferation ability of the cells of each group,and Transwell assay was used to detect the migration ability of the cells.(4)The C57 BL/6 mouse trauma models were constructed and randomly divided into control group,empty group,neuregulin 1 group,with 8 mice in each group.Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells transfected with empty lentivirus or lentivirus overexpressing neuregulin-1 were uniformly injected with 1 mL at multiple local wound sites.The control group was injected with an equal amount of saline.(5)The healing of the trauma was observed at 1,7,and 14 days after model establishment.Histological changes of the healing of the trauma were observed by hematoxylin-eosin staining.The expression of CD31 on the trauma was observed by immunohistochemistry. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells overexpressing neuregulin-1 were successfully constructed.The mRNA and protein expression of intracellular neuregulin 1 was significantly up-regulated compared with the empty group(P<0.05).(2)The overexpression of neuregulin 1 promoted the migratory ability(P<0.01)and proliferative ability of human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells(P<0.05).(3)Human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells overexpressing neuregulin 1 promoted wound healing in mice(P<0.05)and wound angiogenesis(P<0.05).The results showed that overexpression of neuregulin 1 resulted in an increase in the proliferative and migratory capacities of human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells,significantly promoting wound healing and angiogenesis.
3.Relationship between coronal angle fluctuation of ankle point and recovery of joint function after ankle fracture
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(9):1820-1826
BACKGROUND:The morphological indexes of ankle point may change after ankle fracture,and there is a certain correlation between the coronal angle change of ankle point and the functional recovery of ankle joint.Most previous studies have studied the height recovery of ankle point after surgery,so the correlation between the fluctuation of coronal angle of ankle point and the functional recovery of ankle joint after ankle fracture has certain reference significance. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effect of coronal angle change of ankle point on joint function recovery after ankle fracture. METHODS:A total of 86 patients with ankle fracture who underwent surgical treatment were selected as the study objects,and were divided into excellent group(n=45)and poor group(n=41)according to the results of American Orthopaedic Foot&Ankle Society(AOFAS)hindfoot-ankle score during the last follow-up,and the general data of the two groups were compared.The morphological indexes of ankle points on the affected side and healthy side were compared after surgery based on ankle acupoints and lateral X-rays of the ankle joint,including the width and depth of ankle points,coronal angle and sagittal angle,and the difference of ankle points between the affected side and healthy side,and further comparison and analysis were conducted in each group.A joint model was constructed and Cox regression analysis was used to evaluate the relationship between coronal angle fluctuation and joint function recovery.Least absolute shrinkage and selection operator regression method and multivariate Logistic regression were used to analyze the risk factors affecting the recovery of joint function.The patients were divided into 5-quartile array(Q1-Q5)according to the angle of coronal position at ankle point from low to high.The clinical data characteristics of the five groups were compared,and the correlation between the change of coronal position at ankle point and the risk of poor recovery of joint function was analyzed by multivariate Logistic regression.A restricted cubic spline Logistic regression model was established to analyze the dose-response relationship.The prediction model of regression equation y=1-1/(1+e-z)was established and verified. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)The width and depth of ankle point on the affected side,coronal angle and sagittal angle were significantly higher than those on the healthy side(all P<0.05),and compared with the excellent group,the difference of ankle point width,depth difference,coronal angle difference and sagittal angle difference were greater in the poor group(P<0.05).(2)The combined model showed that the risk of poor joint function was increased by 3%for every 1? increase in coronal angle,regardless of whether the angle was within the normal range.(3)Least absolute shrinkage and selection operator regression and multivariate Logistics regression analysis showed that after adjusting for potential confounding factors,it was found that age,lack of functional exercise in early stage,no calcaneal traction,failure to remove internal fixation,postoperative complications,and increased ankle coronal angle were independent risk factors for joint function recovery(P<0.05).(4)The coronal angle within 3 months after surgery was independently correlated with the risk of poor joint function recovery(OR=1.57,95%CI:1.38-1.76,P=0.002),and the trend test of the coronal angle from low to high quintile in each postoperative period had statistical significance(Ptrend<0.001).(5)Restricted cubic spline model analysis showed that there was no nonlinear relationship between the coronal angle change of ankle point and the risk of poor joint function recovery in males or females.Through Bootstrap self-sampling,the prediction model has good differentiation and accuracy.(6)The reduction of coronal angle of ankle point after ankle fracture plays a significant role in promoting the recovery of joint function.Therefore,the detection of coronal angle of ankle point after ankle fracture is helpful to understand the recovery of joint function of patients.
4.Simulation analysis of work posture and muscle fatigue in breaking and connecting contact terminal
Ruijian PAN ; Xin LU ; Conghan LIU ; Chu CHEN ; Lei LIU ; Min LI
Journal of Environmental and Occupational Medicine 2025;42(3):260-269
Background When live working line operators engage in upper limb operations, working for a long time with raising arms and the exposure to adverse ergonomic factors tend to increase muscle load, cause fatigue accumulation, and increase the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Objective To analyze work posture and associated muscle fatigue during executing breaking/connecting contact terminal, and identify adverse ergonomic factors of the work process. Methods This study recruited 10 volunteers to perform breaking/connecting contact terminal simulation. At a distance of 4.5, 3.5, and 2.5 m from the body to the wire, each performed the task 5 times. Visual 3D was used to analyze the kinematic data from motion capture. The surface electromyography (sEMG) signals of the deltoid, biceps, triceps, and brachioradialis were recorded during the simulation and analyzed for muscle fatigue using root mean square (RMS), median frequency (MF), and jointed EMG amplitude and spectrum analysis (JASA). After completion of each task, Borg scale was used to query the volunteers of their subjective fatigue. A 2-min rest was required between each distance. Results The kinematic data from motion capture showed that in the entire process of the task, the right upper limb was higher when lifting, with the right shoulder joint maintaining flexion and fluctuating periodically between abduction and adduction, external and internal rotation, the right elbow joint maintaining flexion and supination. The frequency of task cycle showed a significant effect on the Borg scale scores (P<0.001, partial
5.Prevalence and influencing factors of work-related musculoskeletal disorders in neck and shoulder among power distribution workers
Conghan LIU ; Min LI ; Chu CHEN ; Lei LIU ; Xin LU ; Ruijian PAN
Journal of Environmental and Occupational Medicine 2025;42(3):310-318
Background Power grid is an important component of the national infrastructure. The occupational health issues among the workers in this industry are attracting great concern nationwide. Objective To investigate the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) in neck and shoulder among the power distribution workers of power supply enterprises, and analyze the related influencing factors. Method In April 2023, a total of
6.Interleukin-6 and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Mechanisms and Research Advances
Li LIU ; Chunhua ZHAO ; Han MIN
Medical Journal of Peking Union Medical College Hospital 2025;16(2):431-438
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an extremely common chronic intestinal disorder characterized by recurrent abdominal pain and altered bowel habits, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. The etiology of IBS remains incompletely understood. Research has identified low-grade intestinal inflammation and immune activation, primarily manifested as an imbalance between pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines, as key pathogenic mechanisms in IBS. Among these, interleukin-6 (IL-6), a core pro-inflammatory cytokine, is significantly elevated in IBS patients. IL-6 contributes to the pathogenesis of IBS through various mechanisms, including altering individual susceptibility to IBS, promoting gastrointestinal motility and secretion, activating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, inducing visceral hypersensitivity, and impairing intestinal mucosal barrier function. Furthermore, IL-6 levels are closely associated with the severity of IBS symptoms. This review summarizes the role and mechanisms of IL-6 in IBS, aiming to provide insights and references for clinicians and researchers investigating the etiology of IBS.
7.Status of Clinical Practice Guideline Information Platforms
Xueqin ZHANG ; Yun ZHAO ; Jie LIU ; Long GE ; Ying XING ; Simeng REN ; Yifei WANG ; Wenzheng ZHANG ; Di ZHANG ; Shihua WANG ; Yao SUN ; Min WU ; Lin FENG ; Tiancai WEN
Medical Journal of Peking Union Medical College Hospital 2025;16(2):462-471
Clinical practice guidelines represent the best recommendations for patient care. They are developed through systematically reviewing currently available clinical evidence and weighing the relative benefits and risks of various interventions. However, clinical practice guidelines have to go through a long translation cycle from development and revision to clinical promotion and application, facing problems such as scattered distribution, high duplication rate, and low actual utilization. At present, the clinical practice guideline information platform can directly or indirectly solve the problems related to the lengthy revision cycles, decentralized dissemination and limited application of clinical practice guidelines. Therefore, this paper systematically examines different types of clinical practice guideline information platforms and investigates their corresponding challenges and emerging trends in platform design, data integration, and practical implementation, with the aim of clarifying the current status of this field and providing valuable reference for future research on clinical practice guideline information platforms.
8.Applications of EEG Biomarkers in The Assessment of Disorders of Consciousness
Zhong-Peng WANG ; Jia LIU ; Long CHEN ; Min-Peng XU ; Dong MING
Progress in Biochemistry and Biophysics 2025;52(4):899-914
Disorders of consciousness (DOC) are pathological conditions characterized by severely suppressed brain function and the persistent interruption or loss of consciousness. Accurate diagnosis and evaluation of DOC are prerequisites for precise treatment. Traditional assessment methods are primarily based on behavioral scales, which are inherently subjective and rely on observable behaviors. Moreover, traditional methods have a high misdiagnosis rate, particularly in distinguishing minimally conscious state (MCS) from vegetative state/unresponsive wakefulness syndrome (VS/UWS). This diagnostic uncertainty has driven the exploration of objective, reliable, and efficient assessment tools. Among these tools, electroencephalography (EEG) has garnered significant attention for its non-invasive nature, portability, and ability to capture real-time neurodynamics. This paper systematically reviews the application of EEG biomarkers in DOC assessment. These biomarkers are categorized into 3 main types: resting-state EEG features, task-related EEG features, and features derived from transcranial magnetic stimulation-EEG (TMS-EEG). Resting-state EEG biomarkers include features based on spectrum, microstates, nonlinear dynamics, and brain network metrics. These biomarkers provide baseline representations of brain activity in DOC patients. Studies have shown their ability to distinguish different levels of consciousness and predict clinical outcomes. However, because they are not task-specific, they are challenging to directly associate with specific brain functions or cognitive processes. Strengthening the correlation between resting-state EEG features and consciousness-related networks could offer more direct evidence for the pathophysiological mechanisms of DOC. Task-related EEG features include event-related potentials, event-related spectral modulations, and phase-related features. These features reveal the brain’s responses to external stimuli and provide dynamic information about residual cognitive functions, reflecting neurophysiological changes associated with specific cognitive, sensory, or behavioral tasks. Although these biomarkers demonstrate substantial value, their effectiveness rely on patient cooperation and task design. Developing experimental paradigms that are more effective at eliciting specific EEG features or creating composite paradigms capable of simultaneously inducing multiple features may more effectively capture the brain activity characteristics of DOC patients, thereby supporting clinical applications. TMS-EEG is a technique for probing the neurodynamics within thalamocortical networks without involving sensory, motor, or cognitive functions. Parameters such as the perturbational complexity index (PCI) have been proposed as reliable indicators of consciousness, providing objective quantification of cortical dynamics. However, despite its high sensitivity and objectivity compared to traditional EEG methods, TMS-EEG is constrained by physiological artifacts, operational complexity, and variability in stimulation parameters and targets across individuals. Future research should aim to standardize experimental protocols, optimize stimulation parameters, and develop automated analysis techniques to improve the feasibility of TMS-EEG in clinical applications. Our analysis suggests that no single EEG biomarker currently achieves an ideal balance between accuracy, robustness, and generalizability. Progress is constrained by inconsistencies in analysis methods, parameter settings, and experimental conditions. Additionally, the heterogeneity of DOC etiologies and dynamic changes in brain function add to the complexity of assessment. Future research should focus on the standardization of EEG biomarker research, integrating features from resting-state, task-related, and TMS-EEG paradigms to construct multimodal diagnostic models that enhance evaluation efficiency and accuracy. Multimodal data integration (e.g., combining EEG with functional near-infrared spectroscopy) and advancements in source localization algorithms can further improve the spatial precision of biomarkers. Leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies to develop intelligent diagnostic tools will accelerate the clinical adoption of EEG biomarkers in DOC diagnosis and prognosis, allowing for more precise evaluations of consciousness states and personalized treatment strategies.
9.Effects of Compatibility of Ephedrae Herba,Asari Radix et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata on ILC2s-Related Factors in Lung of Allergic Rhinitis Model Mice
Yi ZHANG ; Xiaohua TAO ; Min LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(11):51-59
ObjectiveTo explore the effects of compatibility of Ephedrae Herba,Asari Radix et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata on the expression of type 2 innate lymphoid cells(ILC2s)-related factors in the lung of allergic rhinitis(AR)mice. MethodsAccording to the random number table method,fifty-four C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into the following groups: Blank group,model group,Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group,Asari Radix et Rhizoma and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group,Ephedrae Herba and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group,Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group,Ephedrae Herba group,Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group, and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group (6 mice in each group). Except the blank group,the other groups were subjected to intraperitoneal injection of ovalbumin(OVA)and intranasal challenge to induce AR. After the AR model was established,the mice in the blank group and the model group were given 0.2 mL·d-1 normal saline by gavage,while those in the Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group(2.31 g·kg-1),Asari Radix et Rhizoma and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(1.54 g·kg-1), Ephedrae Herba and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group(1.16 g·kg-1), Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(1.93 g·kg-1),Ephedrae Herba group(0.77 g·kg-1),Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(1.16 g·kg-1),and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group(0.39 g·kg-1)were given corresponding medicine by gavage,with the treatment lasting for 14 consecutive days. The survival state of mice in each group was observed, and the levels of serum immunoglobulins E(IgE)after intranasal challenge were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA). The pathological changes of nasal and lung tissues were observed by hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining. The expression of ILC2s in lung tissue of mice was detected by immunofluorescence(IF). The mRNA expression of GATA binding protein 3(GATA3),retinoic acid receptor-related orphan receptor-α(RORα), and inhibitor of DNA binding 2(ID2)in the lung tissue of mice was detected by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction(real-time PCR). The levels of IgE,interleukin(IL)-4,IL-5, and IL-13 in serum were detected by ELISA. ResultsCompared with the blank group,the model group had poor survival state of mice and significantly increased serum IgE level after intranasal challenge(p<0.01). Additionally,the mice in the model group showed a large amount of neutrophil infiltration in the mucosa of the posterior turbinate, obvious nasal mucosal bleeding and purulent secretion,shed epithelium, thickened bronchial wall,obvious intravascular hyperemia and edema,diffusion and infiltration of a large number of inflammatory cells,seriously damaged alveolar structure,and local lung consolidation. The model group also exhibited significantly increased expression of ILC2s in the lung tissue(P<0.01),increased mRNA expression of GATA3 and RORα,decreased mRNA expression of ID2(P<0.05,P<0.01),and increased levels of serum IgE, IL-4,IL-5,and IL-13(P<0.05,P<0.01). Compared with the model group,the Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group and the other medicine treatment groups showed improved survival state of mice, significantly reduced inflammatory cell infiltration in the nasal and lung tissues,a small amount of nasal mucosal bleeding,trachea wall thinning,and no hyperemia,edema, and nasal secretions. Furthermore, the expression of ILC2s in lung tissue was significantly decreased(P<0.01). The mRNA expression level of GATA3 was decreased(P<0.05),especially in the Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(P<0.01). The expression mRNA levels of RORα were decreased only in the Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group and the Ephedrae Herba group(P<0.05). The levels of serum IgE were decreased(P<0.05), and IL-5 levels were significantly decreased(P<0.01). IL-4 levels were significantly decreased in the groups except the Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(P<0.01),and the level of IL-13 in the Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group was decreased(P<0.05). The levels of IL-13 in were significantly decreased in the Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group, Ephedrae Herba group, Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group, and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group(P<0.01). ConclusionDifferent compatibility of Ephedrae Herba,Asari Radix et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata can reduce the inflammation of OVA-induced AR mice and has more advantages in reducing the secretion of IgE and IL-5. The compatibility of Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata has the most advantage in reducing the mRNA expression of GATA3 and RORα to inhibit the expression of ILC2s and thus exert the anti-allergic effect,while the other compatibility has the extensive advantage in inhibiting the mRNA expression of GATA3.
10.Effects of Compatibility of Ephedrae Herba,Asari Radix et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata on ILC2s-Related Factors in Lung of Allergic Rhinitis Model Mice
Yi ZHANG ; Xiaohua TAO ; Min LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(11):51-59
ObjectiveTo explore the effects of compatibility of Ephedrae Herba,Asari Radix et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata on the expression of type 2 innate lymphoid cells(ILC2s)-related factors in the lung of allergic rhinitis(AR)mice. MethodsAccording to the random number table method,fifty-four C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into the following groups: Blank group,model group,Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group,Asari Radix et Rhizoma and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group,Ephedrae Herba and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group,Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group,Ephedrae Herba group,Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group, and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group (6 mice in each group). Except the blank group,the other groups were subjected to intraperitoneal injection of ovalbumin(OVA)and intranasal challenge to induce AR. After the AR model was established,the mice in the blank group and the model group were given 0.2 mL·d-1 normal saline by gavage,while those in the Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group(2.31 g·kg-1),Asari Radix et Rhizoma and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(1.54 g·kg-1), Ephedrae Herba and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group(1.16 g·kg-1), Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(1.93 g·kg-1),Ephedrae Herba group(0.77 g·kg-1),Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(1.16 g·kg-1),and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group(0.39 g·kg-1)were given corresponding medicine by gavage,with the treatment lasting for 14 consecutive days. The survival state of mice in each group was observed, and the levels of serum immunoglobulins E(IgE)after intranasal challenge were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA). The pathological changes of nasal and lung tissues were observed by hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining. The expression of ILC2s in lung tissue of mice was detected by immunofluorescence(IF). The mRNA expression of GATA binding protein 3(GATA3),retinoic acid receptor-related orphan receptor-α(RORα), and inhibitor of DNA binding 2(ID2)in the lung tissue of mice was detected by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction(real-time PCR). The levels of IgE,interleukin(IL)-4,IL-5, and IL-13 in serum were detected by ELISA. ResultsCompared with the blank group,the model group had poor survival state of mice and significantly increased serum IgE level after intranasal challenge(p<0.01). Additionally,the mice in the model group showed a large amount of neutrophil infiltration in the mucosa of the posterior turbinate, obvious nasal mucosal bleeding and purulent secretion,shed epithelium, thickened bronchial wall,obvious intravascular hyperemia and edema,diffusion and infiltration of a large number of inflammatory cells,seriously damaged alveolar structure,and local lung consolidation. The model group also exhibited significantly increased expression of ILC2s in the lung tissue(P<0.01),increased mRNA expression of GATA3 and RORα,decreased mRNA expression of ID2(P<0.05,P<0.01),and increased levels of serum IgE, IL-4,IL-5,and IL-13(P<0.05,P<0.01). Compared with the model group,the Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group and the other medicine treatment groups showed improved survival state of mice, significantly reduced inflammatory cell infiltration in the nasal and lung tissues,a small amount of nasal mucosal bleeding,trachea wall thinning,and no hyperemia,edema, and nasal secretions. Furthermore, the expression of ILC2s in lung tissue was significantly decreased(P<0.01). The mRNA expression level of GATA3 was decreased(P<0.05),especially in the Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(P<0.01). The expression mRNA levels of RORα were decreased only in the Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group and the Ephedrae Herba group(P<0.05). The levels of serum IgE were decreased(P<0.05), and IL-5 levels were significantly decreased(P<0.01). IL-4 levels were significantly decreased in the groups except the Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group(P<0.01),and the level of IL-13 in the Mahuang Fuzi Xixintang group was decreased(P<0.05). The levels of IL-13 in were significantly decreased in the Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group, Ephedrae Herba group, Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata group, and Asari Radix et Rhizoma group(P<0.01). ConclusionDifferent compatibility of Ephedrae Herba,Asari Radix et Rhizoma, and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata can reduce the inflammation of OVA-induced AR mice and has more advantages in reducing the secretion of IgE and IL-5. The compatibility of Ephedrae Herba and Aconiti Lateralis Radix Praeparata has the most advantage in reducing the mRNA expression of GATA3 and RORα to inhibit the expression of ILC2s and thus exert the anti-allergic effect,while the other compatibility has the extensive advantage in inhibiting the mRNA expression of GATA3.

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