1.Exploring Pathogenesis and Treatment of Gastric Cancer Metastasis Based on Blood Harmonizing Method
Zhongbo ZHU ; Wenying YANG ; Fangni LI ; Yujie YANG ; Jungang DONG ; Xiping LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):63-73
Metastasis in gastric cancer is a key factor contributing to poor prognosis. Its pathogenesis is complex, characterized by a combination of underlying deficiency and superficial excess, cold and heat in complexity, and stagnation in collateral Conventional aggressive treatment methods tend to exacerbate the depletion of healthy Qi and Zang-Fu organ dysfunctions. The harmonizing method in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) emphasizes holistic regulation and reinforcing healthy Qi while expelling pathogenic factors. The blood harmonizing method is grounded in the core TCM theory of blood vessel transmission and Zang-Fu organ accumulation of cancerous toxins. It closely addresses the essence of metastasis-where cancerous toxins spread through the bloodstream and accumulate in the collaterals-thereby providing a unique and feasible diagnostic and therapeutic approach for clinical intervention in gastric cancer metastasis. This paper systematically reviews relevant TCM theories such as transmission and Zang-Fu organ accumulation of cancerous toxins and accumulation-gathering and provides an in-depth explanation of the core pathogenesis of gastric cancer metastasis. Specifically, cancerous toxins circulate throughout the body via the blood vessels and accumulate in the collaterals of target organs such as the liver, peritoneum, lymph nodes, and lungs. The occurrence and development of this process are consistently centered on the key mechanism of disharmony in blood-related syndromes. On this basis, the paper explicitly proposes three major therapeutic approaches centered on harmonizing the blood. The first is harmonizing the blood to restore ascending and descending functions, thereby invigorating the spleen and regulating the middle energizer to restore the mediating function of the middle energizer and block the generation of phlegm and blood stasis at the root. The second is harmonizing the blood to balance cold and heat, using pungent herbs to open and bitter herbs to descend to harmonize the Yin-Yang balance and improve the homeostasis of the tumor microenvironment. The third is harmonizing the blood to unblock collaterals and resolve stasis, thereby gradually dissipating stasis and nodules, gently clearing obstructions in the collaterals, and breaking the critical link of collateral stagnation forming masses caused by metastasis. The article further summarizes modern pharmacological research findings on representative formulas such as Banxia Xiexintang, Weichang'an, Yangzheng Sanjie decoction, and Sijunzitang, confirming that they can inhibit the proliferation, invasion, and metastasis of gastric cancer cells, as well as epithelial-mesenchymal transition, through multiple targets and pathways, to regulate angiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis, modulate the immune microenvironment, and induce tumor cell apoptosis and ferroptosis, thereby blocking the metastasis process at multiple levels. This paper discusses the theoretical basis, pathogenetic mechanisms, therapeutic systems, and modern mechanisms of the blood harmonizing method for the diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer metastasis. It fully embodies the TCM principles of targeting balance, reinforcing healthy Qi without aiding the pathogen, and eliminating the pathogen without harming the healthy Qi, providing a solid theoretical foundation and practical pharmacological references for the prevention and treatment of gastric cancer metastasis with integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in clinical practice.
2.Intestinal Absorption Solution Containing Banxia Xiexintang Inhibits Invasion and Migration of Gastric Cancer Cells by Interfering with Crosstalk Between TA-BMSCs and PMN-MDSCs
Xiping LIU ; Wenying YANG ; Jingjing WEI ; Fangni LI ; Yongrong LI ; Zhongbo ZHU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):74-83
ObjectiveTo investigate the synergistic promotion of malignant phenotypes in gastric cancer cells by tumor-associated bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (TA-BMSCs) and polymorphonuclear myeloid-derived suppressor cells (PMN-MDSCs) through crosstalk, and the intervention mechanism of the intestinal absorption solution containing Banxia Xiexintang (BXT). MethodsGastric cancer MFC cells were treated with conditioned medium (co-culture-CM) prepared from a co-culture system of TA-BMSCs and PMN-MDSCs. Groups included control, co-culture-CM model, stromal cell-derived factor 1 (SDF1) inhibitor (LY2510924), α4β1 inhibitor (BIO5192), dual inhibitor combination, and different concentrations (55%, 70%, 85%) of BXT-containing intestinal absorption solutions. MFC cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and apoptosis were assessed via cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) assay, wound-healing assay, Transwell assay, and flow cytometry. The SDF-1, α4β1, matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), and vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA) levels in culture supernatants, along with the protein levels of intracellular macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), chemokine (C-X-C motif) receptor 4 (CXCR4), CD106, MMP-9, and VEGFA in MFC cells, were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Western blot, respectively. ResultsCompared with the control group, co-culture-CM promoted the proliferation, migration, and invasion of MFC cells (P<0.01), elevated the levels of SDF-1, α4β1, MMP-9, and VEGFA (P<0.01), and upregulated the protein levels of MIF (P<0.05), MMP-9 (P<0.01), and VEGFA (P<0.01). Compared with co-culture-CM, BXT-containing intestinal absorption solutions at various concentrations significantly reversed the phenotypic effects on cells, inhibited malignant phenotypes, lowered the levels of MMP-9 and SDF1, and reduced the expression of proteins in the crosstalk axis. Compared with the SDF1+α4β1 inhibitor group, the SDF1 inhibitor group and the α4β1 inhibitor group showed no differences in the inhibition of proliferation, scratch healing, and cytokine levels. The SDF1 inhibitor increased the apoptosis rate and downregulated the protein levels of MIF and CD106, while the α4β1 inhibitor increased the number of migrated cells and the expression of various proteins. Compared with the SDF1 inhibitor group, the α4β1 inhibitor group showed reduced inhibitory effect on proliferation, decreased apoptosis rate, increased number of invasive cells, decreased α4β1 content, and increased expression of various proteins (P<0.01). The 55%, 70%, and 85% intestinal absorption solutions increased the inhibitory effect on proliferation, decreased the number of invasive cells, and increased the apoptosis rate (P<0.01). The 55% BXT-containing intestinal absorption solution group showed increased wound healing rate and upregulated protein levels of VEGFA, CD106, and MMP-9 (P<0.05). The 70% intestinal absorption solution group showed upregulated protein level of MIF (P<0.05), and the 85% intestinal absorption solution group showed upregulated protein level of VEGFA (P<0.01) and downregulated the protein level of CXCR4 (P<0.01). ConclusionTA-BMSCs and PMN-MDSCs synergistically activate the MIF/SDF-1/CXCR4 and MMP-9/α4β1/CD106 axes through crosstalk, significantly enhancing gastric cancer cell invasion and migration. BXT-containing intestinal absorption fluid effectively inhibits the malignant progression of gastric cancer cells by multi-targeted intervention in this crosstalk process.
3.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.
4.Exploring Pathogenesis and Treatment of Gastric Cancer Metastasis Based on Blood Harmonizing Method
Zhongbo ZHU ; Wenying YANG ; Fangni LI ; Yujie YANG ; Jungang DONG ; Xiping LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):63-73
Metastasis in gastric cancer is a key factor contributing to poor prognosis. Its pathogenesis is complex, characterized by a combination of underlying deficiency and superficial excess, cold and heat in complexity, and stagnation in collateral Conventional aggressive treatment methods tend to exacerbate the depletion of healthy Qi and Zang-Fu organ dysfunctions. The harmonizing method in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) emphasizes holistic regulation and reinforcing healthy Qi while expelling pathogenic factors. The blood harmonizing method is grounded in the core TCM theory of blood vessel transmission and Zang-Fu organ accumulation of cancerous toxins. It closely addresses the essence of metastasis-where cancerous toxins spread through the bloodstream and accumulate in the collaterals-thereby providing a unique and feasible diagnostic and therapeutic approach for clinical intervention in gastric cancer metastasis. This paper systematically reviews relevant TCM theories such as transmission and Zang-Fu organ accumulation of cancerous toxins and accumulation-gathering and provides an in-depth explanation of the core pathogenesis of gastric cancer metastasis. Specifically, cancerous toxins circulate throughout the body via the blood vessels and accumulate in the collaterals of target organs such as the liver, peritoneum, lymph nodes, and lungs. The occurrence and development of this process are consistently centered on the key mechanism of disharmony in blood-related syndromes. On this basis, the paper explicitly proposes three major therapeutic approaches centered on harmonizing the blood. The first is harmonizing the blood to restore ascending and descending functions, thereby invigorating the spleen and regulating the middle energizer to restore the mediating function of the middle energizer and block the generation of phlegm and blood stasis at the root. The second is harmonizing the blood to balance cold and heat, using pungent herbs to open and bitter herbs to descend to harmonize the Yin-Yang balance and improve the homeostasis of the tumor microenvironment. The third is harmonizing the blood to unblock collaterals and resolve stasis, thereby gradually dissipating stasis and nodules, gently clearing obstructions in the collaterals, and breaking the critical link of collateral stagnation forming masses caused by metastasis. The article further summarizes modern pharmacological research findings on representative formulas such as Banxia Xiexintang, Weichang'an, Yangzheng Sanjie decoction, and Sijunzitang, confirming that they can inhibit the proliferation, invasion, and metastasis of gastric cancer cells, as well as epithelial-mesenchymal transition, through multiple targets and pathways, to regulate angiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis, modulate the immune microenvironment, and induce tumor cell apoptosis and ferroptosis, thereby blocking the metastasis process at multiple levels. This paper discusses the theoretical basis, pathogenetic mechanisms, therapeutic systems, and modern mechanisms of the blood harmonizing method for the diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer metastasis. It fully embodies the TCM principles of targeting balance, reinforcing healthy Qi without aiding the pathogen, and eliminating the pathogen without harming the healthy Qi, providing a solid theoretical foundation and practical pharmacological references for the prevention and treatment of gastric cancer metastasis with integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine in clinical practice.
5.Intestinal Absorption Solution Containing Banxia Xiexintang Inhibits Invasion and Migration of Gastric Cancer Cells by Interfering with Crosstalk Between TA-BMSCs and PMN-MDSCs
Xiping LIU ; Wenying YANG ; Jingjing WEI ; Fangni LI ; Yongrong LI ; Zhongbo ZHU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):74-83
ObjectiveTo investigate the synergistic promotion of malignant phenotypes in gastric cancer cells by tumor-associated bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (TA-BMSCs) and polymorphonuclear myeloid-derived suppressor cells (PMN-MDSCs) through crosstalk, and the intervention mechanism of the intestinal absorption solution containing Banxia Xiexintang (BXT). MethodsGastric cancer MFC cells were treated with conditioned medium (co-culture-CM) prepared from a co-culture system of TA-BMSCs and PMN-MDSCs. Groups included control, co-culture-CM model, stromal cell-derived factor 1 (SDF1) inhibitor (LY2510924), α4β1 inhibitor (BIO5192), dual inhibitor combination, and different concentrations (55%, 70%, 85%) of BXT-containing intestinal absorption solutions. MFC cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and apoptosis were assessed via cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) assay, wound-healing assay, Transwell assay, and flow cytometry. The SDF-1, α4β1, matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9), and vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA) levels in culture supernatants, along with the protein levels of intracellular macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), chemokine (C-X-C motif) receptor 4 (CXCR4), CD106, MMP-9, and VEGFA in MFC cells, were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Western blot, respectively. ResultsCompared with the control group, co-culture-CM promoted the proliferation, migration, and invasion of MFC cells (P<0.01), elevated the levels of SDF-1, α4β1, MMP-9, and VEGFA (P<0.01), and upregulated the protein levels of MIF (P<0.05), MMP-9 (P<0.01), and VEGFA (P<0.01). Compared with co-culture-CM, BXT-containing intestinal absorption solutions at various concentrations significantly reversed the phenotypic effects on cells, inhibited malignant phenotypes, lowered the levels of MMP-9 and SDF1, and reduced the expression of proteins in the crosstalk axis. Compared with the SDF1+α4β1 inhibitor group, the SDF1 inhibitor group and the α4β1 inhibitor group showed no differences in the inhibition of proliferation, scratch healing, and cytokine levels. The SDF1 inhibitor increased the apoptosis rate and downregulated the protein levels of MIF and CD106, while the α4β1 inhibitor increased the number of migrated cells and the expression of various proteins. Compared with the SDF1 inhibitor group, the α4β1 inhibitor group showed reduced inhibitory effect on proliferation, decreased apoptosis rate, increased number of invasive cells, decreased α4β1 content, and increased expression of various proteins (P<0.01). The 55%, 70%, and 85% intestinal absorption solutions increased the inhibitory effect on proliferation, decreased the number of invasive cells, and increased the apoptosis rate (P<0.01). The 55% BXT-containing intestinal absorption solution group showed increased wound healing rate and upregulated protein levels of VEGFA, CD106, and MMP-9 (P<0.05). The 70% intestinal absorption solution group showed upregulated protein level of MIF (P<0.05), and the 85% intestinal absorption solution group showed upregulated protein level of VEGFA (P<0.01) and downregulated the protein level of CXCR4 (P<0.01). ConclusionTA-BMSCs and PMN-MDSCs synergistically activate the MIF/SDF-1/CXCR4 and MMP-9/α4β1/CD106 axes through crosstalk, significantly enhancing gastric cancer cell invasion and migration. BXT-containing intestinal absorption fluid effectively inhibits the malignant progression of gastric cancer cells by multi-targeted intervention in this crosstalk process.
6.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.
7.Biological characterization of CYP450 gene family in unfed nymph of Hyalomma asiaticum,and its distribution study with CYP20a1
Caishan LI ; Licui WEN ; Guangxin SHI ; Xueqing ZHAO ; Wenying DANG ; Qingyong GUO ; BAYIN-CHAHAN·GAILIKE
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2025;45(6):1157-1168
This study aimed to identify,characterize,and functionally analyze the CYP450 gene fam-ily within Hyalomma asiaticum unfed nymphs(HasiUN)under regular physiological conditions,laying the groundwork for further study into the biosynthesis and metabolism of exogenous sub-stances associated with the CYP450 gene in HasiUN.Through our methods,we identified and characterized HasiUNCYP450 genes.We then annotated them using the gene ontology(GO)and kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes(KEGG).This was achieved with the help of bioinforma-tics,based on the transcriptome of 2-week-old HasiUN.Further on,we conducted a preliminary a-nalysis of tissue expression,distribution,and potential function with qRT-PCR and network inter-action predictions.Our analyses showed that 87 HasiUN CYP450 genes,ranging in size from 1089 to 1692 bp,encoded predominantly basic,hydrophilic,and unstable protein sequences.These se-quences had nearly identical numbers of transmembrane regions,both with and without a signal peptide.Phylogenetic and domain analyses indicated that HasiUN CYP450,having a complete CYP450 domain,were distributed among various clans,with most members found in clan 3.CYP20 clans,present in 13 species from 2 families and 7 genera,required either one-host or three-hosts to undergo their full life cycle.MEME analysis results hint at different clans having variations in the amount and combination of motifs.Expression level analysis showed that HasiUN CYP450 was expressed at different levels,with the highest distribution of normally expressed genes in clan 3 and low expression of all mito clan genes.Functional annotation revealed HasiUN CYP450 key as-sociation with biological processes,metabolism,and organismal systems according to the GO and KEGG annotations.Distribution results showed that HasiUN CYP20a1 was expressed in specific tissues,including salivary glands and ovaries.Functional analysis points to CYP20a1's role in UV-induced toxic metabolism,endocrine disruptor metabolism,and hazardous substance metabolism in the nervous system.Our research presents the first analysis of HasiUN CYP450 gene's biological characteristics and expression pattern under normal physiological conditions.Additionally,investi-gations into the distribution and function of a new category,HasiUN CYP20a1,were embarked upon.These findings establish a theoretical foundation for continued functional study of HasiUN CYP45 gene.
8.Association of NLRP3 inflammasome pathway and TLRs pathway expression levels with Th1/Th2 in serofast patients with syphilis
Lei LI ; Xiaoteng CUI ; Wenying YU
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2025;35(11):1644-1649
OBJECTIVE To investigate the expression levels of nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like recep-tor pyrin domain-associated protein 3(NLRP3)inflammasome pathway and toll-like receptors(TLRs)pathway in serofast patients with syphilis infection,and their correlation with helper T lymphocytes(Th)1/Th2.METHODS A total of 549 patients with syphilis admitted to Tianjin Chest Hospital and Tianjin Medical University General Hospital from Jan.2021 to Dec.2022 were selected.Among them,62 patients who had not received anti-syphilis treatment were assigned to the syphilis group,238 patients whose serum remained positive after anti-syphilis treatment were selected as the fixed group,249 patients whose serum turned negative after anti-syphilis treatment were selected as the negative conversion group,and another 565 healthy people who underwent medical examina-tion in the hospital during the same period were selected as the control group.TLR2,TLR4,nuclear factor(NF)-κB,NLRP3,apoptosis-associated speck-like protein(ASC),cysteinyl aspartate proteolytic enzyme 1(Caspase-1),in-terleukin(IL)-1β mRNA and interferon-γ(IFN-γ),IL-12,IL-13 and IL-10 levels were compared between each group.Pearson's analysis was used to analyze the correlation between the mRNA expression of TLR2,TLR4,NF-κB,NLRP3,ASC,Caspase-1,and IL-1β and the levels of IFN-γ,IL-12,IL-13,and IL-10 in serologically fixed patients with syphilis.RESULTS Compared with the control group,the mRNA expression of TLR2,TLR4,NF-κB,NLRP3,ASC,Caspase-1 and IL-1β was elevated in the negative conversion and the syphilis groups,and the expres-sion of the above indicators was decreased in the fixed group(P<0.05).Compared with negative conversion group,mR-NA expressions of TLR2,TLR4,NF-κB,NLRP3,ASC,Caspase-1 and IL-1β were increased in syphilis group,while the expression of the above indicators was decreased in fixed group(P<0.05).Compared with fixed group,mRNA ex-pressions of TLR2,TLR4,NF-κB,NLRP3,ASC,Caspase-1 and IL-1β in syphilis group were increased in the syphilis group(P<0.05).Compared with the control group,IFN-γ and IL-12 levels were decreased in the negative conversion group,syphilis group and fixed group,and IL-13 and IL-10 levels were increased(P<0.05).Compared with the nega-tive conversion group,IFN-γ and IL-12 levels in the syphilis group and fixed group were decreased,while IL-13 and IL-10 levels were increased(P<0.05).Compared with the fixed group,the levels of IFN-γ and IL-12 in syphilis group were increased,while the levels of IL-13 and IL-10 were decreased(P<0.05).The mRNA levels of TLR2,TLR4,NF-κB,NLRP3,ASC,Caspase-1 and IL-1β were positively correlated with the levels of IFN-γ and IL-12 in serum fixed patients with syphilis infection(r=0.698,0.602,0.636,0.702,0.645,0.617,0.583 and 0.669,and 0.693,0.641,0.702,0.623,0.618 and 0.647,respectively,all P<0.05),and negatively correlated with the levels of IL-13 and IL-10(r=-0.639,-0.705,-0.614,-0.590,-0.598,-0.651 and-0.628,and-0.704,-0.649,-0.606,-0.655,-0.650,-0.641 and-0.539,respectively,all P<0.05).CONCLUSION The NLRP3 inflammasome pathway and TLRs pathway are abnormally expressed in sero-fast patients with syphilis infection,positively correlated with the expression of Th1 cytokines IFN-γ and IL-12,and negatively correlated with the expression of Th2 cytokines IL-13 and IL-10.
9.Construction and validation of a machine learning-based risk prediction model for delayed onset of lactogenesis in prenatally overweight women
Aoxue LI ; Qinyan GU ; Zhouli GUI ; Hongwu LIAO ; Wenying TANG ; Ye YANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(19):2609-2616
Objective:To explore risk factors for delayed onset of lactogenesis in prenatally overweight women and construct risk prediction models based on machine learning for early identification of high-risk individuals.Methods:Convenience sampling was adopted to select 338 prenatally overweight women who delivered in the Obstetrics Departments of four ClassⅢ Grade A hospitals in Hengyang City from October 2023 to June 2024 for the study. Delivery women were randomly divided into training set and test set in the ratio of 7∶3. The survey was conducted with the General Information Questionnaire, Breastfeeding Self-efficacy Scale Short Form, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, LATCH Scale and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. One-way analysis and LASSO regression were used to screen predictors using delayed onset of lactogenesis as the outcome variable. Risk prediction models were constructed based on three machine learning algorithms of Logistic regression, support vector, and random forest, respectively. The models were tuned by ten-fold cross-validation to filter out the best models.Results:Delayed onset of lactogenesis occurred in 140 of 338 prenatally overweight women, an incidence of 41.4%. Among the three predictive model performances, the random forest model had the highest area under the receiver operating characteristic curve, accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 value. The importance of each predictor was ranked according to the fandom forest algorithm, and in descending order of importance, they were breastfeeding 1 h after the birth of the newborn, number of previous deliveries, age, feeding mode 3 d postpartum, pregnancy complications, mode of delivery, number of breastfeeding 24 h postpartum, and monthly household income.Conclusions:Risk prediction models for delayed onset of lactogenesis in prenatally overweight women are constructed based on three machine learning algorithms, aiming to help provide a scientific basis for clinical healthcare professionals to take relevant decisions.
10.The application of artificial intelligence in laboratory information management system
Ping WEN ; Wenying LI ; Jianxun HOU ; Shuhong WANG ; Zhen JIN ; Jingri ZHANG ; Xiaoqiang TU ; Dao ZENG ; Jinlong WANG
Drug Standards of China 2025;26(3):246-250
Objective:To investigate the technical application pathways of artificial intelligence(AI)in laboratory information management systems(LIMS)and its role in promoting laboratory management efficiency and intelli-gence.Methods:Through the integration of traditional AI technologies(e.g.,machine learning,computer vision)with large language models,this study demonstrated the application of various AI technologies in scenarios such as intelligent Q&A for local knowledge bases,comprehensive review of inspection processes,intelligent data visualization,and image recognition.Results:Through the implementation of AI applications in laboratory settings,AI significantly enhanced management efficiency:the intelligent Q&A system achieved over 90%accuracy,auto-mated inspection processes reduced manual workload by 40%,and image recognition precision reached 89%-100%.Conclusion:AI provides efficient and precise solutions for laboratory management via multimodal integration and process optimization.Future efforts should focus on strengthening data security and model interpret-ability to promote comprehensive intelligent development.

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