1.Comparison of efficacy and safety of mizoribine and mycophenolate mofetil in kidney transplant recipients: a single-center retrospective study
Xinji YANG ; Weilong SHI ; Zaiwei SONG ; Zhifei XIE ; Herong ZHU ; Wenbin ZHANG ; Hongxian ZHANG ; Lei LIU ; Lei ZHAO ; Lu WANG ; Zhidan WANG ; Shudong ZHANG ; Qiming ZHANG ; Xiaofei HOU
Organ Transplantation 2026;17(4):625-634
Objective To compare the clinical efficacy and safety differences between the triple immunosuppressive regimen of mizoribine (MZR) or mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) combined with tacrolimus (Tac) and glucocorticoids of kidney transplant recipients in one year after transplantation. Methods A single-center retrospective cohort study design was adopted. The clinical data of 156 patients who underwent the first allogeneic kidney transplantation at the Third Hospital of Peking University from January 2022 to December 2024 were included. The patients were divided into the MZR group (78 cases) and the MMF group (78 cases) based on the initial immunosuppressive regimen after transplantation. The baseline data, medication use in one year after transplantation, blood routine indicators, adverse events and clinical outcomes were compared between the two groups. For the repeated-measurement longitudinal data, repeated-measurement analysis of variance was used to evaluate the main effects of the groups, time and their interaction effects. Results At the primary efficacy endpoint, there were no statistically significant differences in the one-year survival rate, graft survival rate and incidence of acute rejection between the two groups (all P > 0.05). In terms of medication patterns and laboratory test indicators, there were significant time main effects and "time × group" interaction effects for Tac dosage (all P < 0.05). The Tac dosage in the MZR group was lower than that in the MMF group from 2 to 3 months after transplantation, and it was higher in the MZR group than in the MMF group from 7 to 12 months and one year after transplantation. White blood cell count in the MZR group was higher at one month after transplantation, and the platelet count was higher one year after transplantation (all P < 0.05). In terms of infection, the incidence of novel coronavirus and Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia infections in the MZR group was lower (all P < 0.05). In terms of metabolic indicators, the post-transplantation uric acid level was better in the MZR group than in the MMF group, but the total cholesterol level was higher one year after transplantation (all P < 0.05). In terms of liver function, there was a brief and mild increase in transaminase in the early stage after transplantation in the MZR group. Conclusions During the one-year follow-up after transplantation, both the MZR and MMF regimens demonstrate comparable immunosuppressive efficacy and overall safety in Chinese kidney transplant recipients. The MZR regimen shows clear advantages in reducing specific infection risks, alleviating bone marrow suppression and improving uric acid metabolism, but its potential impact on blood lipids needs to be monitored. Therefore, the MZR regimen may be an effective and safe alternative immunosuppressive option for kidney transplant recipients, especially those with high infection risk, poor hematological tolerance, or comorbid hyperuricemia.
2.A practice guideline for therapeutic drug monitoring of mycophenolic acid for solid organ transplants.
Shuang LIU ; Hongsheng CHEN ; Zaiwei SONG ; Qi GUO ; Xianglin ZHANG ; Bingyi SHI ; Suodi ZHAI ; Lingli ZHANG ; Liyan MIAO ; Liyan CUI ; Xiao CHEN ; Yalin DONG ; Weihong GE ; Xiaofei HOU ; Ling JIANG ; Long LIU ; Lihong LIU ; Maobai LIU ; Tao LIN ; Xiaoyang LU ; Lulin MA ; Changxi WANG ; Jianyong WU ; Wei WANG ; Zhuo WANG ; Ting XU ; Wujun XUE ; Bikui ZHANG ; Guanren ZHAO ; Jun ZHANG ; Limei ZHAO ; Qingchun ZHAO ; Xiaojian ZHANG ; Yi ZHANG ; Yu ZHANG ; Rongsheng ZHAO
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B 2025;26(9):897-914
Mycophenolic acid (MPA), the active moiety of both mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) and enteric-coated mycophenolate sodium (EC-MPS), serves as a primary immunosuppressant for maintaining solid organ transplants. Therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) enhances treatment outcomes through tailored approaches. This study aimed to develop an evidence-based guideline for MPA TDM, facilitating its rational application in clinical settings. The guideline plan was drawn from the Institute of Medicine and World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines. Using the Delphi method, clinical questions and outcome indicators were generated. Systematic reviews, Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) evidence quality evaluations, expert opinions, and patient values guided evidence-based suggestions for the guideline. External reviews further refined the recommendations. The guideline for the TDM of MPA (IPGRP-2020CN099) consists of four sections and 16 recommendations encompassing target populations, monitoring strategies, dosage regimens, and influencing factors. High-risk populations, timing of TDM, area under the curve (AUC) versus trough concentration (C0), target concentration ranges, monitoring frequency, and analytical methods are addressed. Formulation-specific recommendations, initial dosage regimens, populations with unique considerations, pharmacokinetic-informed dosing, body weight factors, pharmacogenetics, and drug-drug interactions are covered. The evidence-based guideline offers a comprehensive recommendation for solid organ transplant recipients undergoing MPA therapy, promoting standardization of MPA TDM, and enhancing treatment efficacy and safety.
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3.Mechanism of resveratrol in treatment of sleep disorders in mice based on network pharmacology and experimental verification
Xi YU ; Xiaofei LYU ; Jian SUN ; Yuechun LU
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2025;48(2):174-181
Objective:To explore the mechanism of resveratrol in treatment of sleep disorders in mice based on network pharmacology and experimental verification.Methods:Resveratrol targets were obtained through traditional Chinese medicine systems pharmacology database and analysis platform, Swiss Target Prediction and SuperPred databases. Targets related to sleep disorders were collected from the gene expression omnibus, GeneCards, DrugBank, OMIM, CTD and MalaCards databases. Cytoscape 3.8.0 software was used to identify the core targets of resveratrol in treatment of sleep disorders via protein-protein interaction analysis. Gene ontology (GO) and Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses were performed, and AutoDockvina software was used to conduct molecular docking between the top five core targets and resveratrol. Thirty ICR female mice were selected and divided into a control group, a model group, and low-, medium- and high-dose (10, 20, and 30 mg/kg) resveratrol groups according to the random number table method, with 6 mice in each group. Resveratrol was dissolved in 0.9% sodium chloride aqueous solution and 3% dimethyl sulfoxide. For mice in the low-, medium-, and high-dose resveratrol groups, 10, 20, and 30 mg/kg of resveratrol solution were intraperitoneally injected, respectively. The mice in the control group and the model group were intraperitoneally injected with 10 ml/kg of 0.9 % sodium chloride aqueous solution and 3 % dimethyl sulfoxide. Each group was injected once a day for 7 consecutive days. After 7 days of administration, a mouse sleep deprivation model was constructed using an improved multi platform water environment method. The spatial recognition and memory abilities of mice were tested using the Y-maze experiment, and the mRNA and protein relative expression levels of estrogen receptor 1 (ESR1) and B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2) were detected using real-time reverse transcription-PCR and Western blotting, respectively. Comparisons were made using t-test. Results:There were 47 common targets between resveratrol and sleep disorders, and the top five core targets were ESR1, Bcl-2, cytochrome P450, family 1, subfamily A, polypeptide 1 (CYP1A1), cytochrome P450, family 2, subfamily A, polypeptide 4 (CYP3A4) and cytochrome P450, family 1, subfamily B, polypeptide 1 (CYP1B1). GO enrichment analysis revealed that resveratrol in treatment of sleep disorders was mainly related to the regulation of unsaturated fatty acid metabolic processes, secondary metabolic processes, and responses to exogenous stimuli. KEGG pathway analysis showed that resveratrol acted mainly through pathways involving chemical carcinogenic-DNA adducts, cytochrome P450 metabolism of exogenous substances and estrogen signaling pathways. Molecular docking results indicated that resveratrol had strong binding affinity with ESR1, Bcl-2, CYP1A1, CYP3A4 and CYP1B1, with binding energies of ?31.92, ?27.72, ?34.44, ?34.02 and ?31.92 kJ/mol, respectively. In vivo experiments results demonstrated that the novel arm residence time in the low-, medium- and high-dose resveratrol groups [(52±5, 55±7, and 61±9) s] was higher than that in the model group [(45±4) s] ( P<0.05 or 0.01), and the percentage of spontaneous alternation [(53±4)%, (57±5)%, and (65±7)%] was higher than that in the model group [(47±3)%] ( P<0.05 or 0.01). The relative expression levels of ESR1 mRNA (0.42±0.10, 0.49±0.11, and 0.58±0.10) were higher than those in the model group (0.29±0.06) ( P<0.05 or 0.01). The relative expression levels of Bcl-2 mRNA (0.56±0.07, 0.65±0.10, and 0.77±0.11) were higher than those in the model group (0.44±0.08) ( P<0.05 or 0.01). Similarly, the relative expression levels of ESR1 protein (0.32±0.02, 0.50±0.02, and 0.62±0.02) were higher than those in the model group (0.24±0.01) ( P<0.05 or 0.01). The relative expression levels of Bcl-2 protein (0.45±0.08, 0.69±0.06, and 0.72±0.06) were higher than those in the model group (0.17±0.04) ( P<0.05 or 0.01). Conclusions:Resveratrol exerts therapeutic effects on sleep disorders by acting on ESR1 and Bcl-2.
4.Clinical features and prognosis of Castleman disease in 29 children
Xiaofei ZHU ; Zhaoling WANG ; Lifeng ZHANG ; Xiaojun XU ; Meiping LU
Chinese Journal of Rheumatology 2025;29(7):583-589
Objective:To investigate the clinical features, treatment strategies, and prognosis of pediatric Castleman disease (CD), with the aim of enhancing disease recognition and improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 29 children diagnosed with CD at the Children′s Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, between January 2016 and January 2024. Age, sex, initial presentations, routine blood test, inflammatory indicators, coagulation function test, immunoglobulin level, histopathological examination, imaging examination, treatment and follow-ups were recorded. Patients were classified into two groups based on the presence or absence of symptoms: the symptomatic Castleman disease group (SC) and the asymptomatic Castleman disease group (AC). All patients were followed for a minimum of six months. Clinical characteristics, therapeutic regimens, and outcomes were compared between the two groups.For the measurement information, the independent samples t test was used for comparison between groups of data that conformed to normal distribution; the Mann-Whitney U test was used for comparison between groups of data that did not conform to normal distribution. The Chi-square test or Fisher′s exact probability method was used for comparison between groups of count data. Results:A total of 29 pediatric CD cases were included, comprising 15 males and 14 females. The number of patients diagnosed as unicentric Castleman disease (UCD) was 21, with the rest 8 as multicentric Castleman disease (MCD). There were 11 patients (37.9%) in the SC group and 18 patients (62.1%) in the AC group. The median age at onset was 10.0 years (interquartile range: 6.5-12.2 years). The most common initial presentation was mass ( n=20), followed by fever ( n=2), amaemia ( n=2), fever with fatigue ( n=2), rash ( n=1), abdominal pain ( n=1), and cough ( n=1). The frequently involved sites were neck ( n=8), abdominal cavity ( n=5), mediastinum ( n=3), retroperitoneum ( n=2), and one case each in the back, upper arm, and pelvis. The maximum lesion volume reached 1 040 cm 3. Compared to the AC group, the SC group had significantly lower hemoglobin levels [108.0(92.0, 123.0)g/L vs. 127.0(117.5, 139.0)g/L, Z=-2.35, P=0.019] and significantly higher levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) [38.0(3.0, 87.0)mg/L vs. 0.6(0.5, 3.8)mg/L, Z=-2.19, P=0.029], prothrombin time[12.6(11.4, 13.3)s vs. 11.3(10.5, 11.7)s, Z=-2.64, P=0.008], and fibrinogen [4.5(3.5, 5.4)g/L vs. 2.1(1.9, 2.6)g/L, Z=-3.04, P=0.002]. All patients underwent MRI/CT and ultrasonography; however, only 2 cases were diagnosed as CD by ultrasound. All patients underwent surgical excision of the mass, and diagnoses were confirmed by histopathological examination. Among the SC group, 4 patients (4/11, 36.4%) required postoperative treatment with glucocorticoids alone or in combination with immunosuppressants and biologics. The overall prognosis was favorable, with follow-up ranging from 6 months to 7 years and no reported mortality. One case, initially misdiagnosed as systemic lupus erythematosus, was later confirmed to be CD complicated with paraneoplastic pemphigus (PNP); this patient experienced recurrent fever, rash, and elevated CRP, and continued to require low-dose glucocorticoids and tacrolimus during the 4-year follow-up. Conclusion:In chileren, CD is most common in the neck and surgical resection yields favorable outcomes. Approximately 37.9% of patients present with systemic symptoms, of which about 36.4% require postoperative systemic therapy such as glucocorticosteroids. CD complicated with PNP may be misdiagnosed. Symptomatic cases are often associated with anemia, elevated CRP levels, and coagulation abnormalities. UCD pediatric patients without complications have a good prognosis and there′s no need for long-term medications after surgery. About 37.5% of MCD pediatric patients require glucocorticoids, immunosuppressants, biotherapy or chemotherapy to control symptoms in the postoperative period. Imaging modalities have limited diagnostic value, and histopathological examination remains the gold standard for diagnosis.
5.Deficiency of RNA helicase DDX5 alleviates renal interstitial fibrosis in mice with unilateral ureteral obstruction
Xiaofei WANG ; Lu ZHANG ; Huiming WANG
Chinese Journal of Nephrology 2025;41(4):266-275
Objective:To investigate the role of RNA helicase DDX5 in renal interstitial fibrosis and its potential mechanism, and provide possible molecular target for the diagnosis and treatment of renal interstitial fibrosis.Methods:The animal and cell models of unilateral ureteral obstruction (UUO) and DDX5-pharmacological and genetic blocking were established. Twenty-four male mice aged 6-8 weeks and weighting about 18-22 g were divided into sham operation group, UUO group, sham operation+RX5902 group and UUO+RX5902 group by random number table method, with 6 mice in each group. Supinoxin (RX5902, a phosphorylated DDX5 inhibitor, 75 mg/kg) was administered by gavage in mice in the sham operation+RX5902 group and UUO+RX5902 group on day 0 and day 3 after the operation, respectively. The mice were sacrificed to collect kidney specimens one week after the surgery. The human renal tubular epithelial cell line (HK-2 cells) was routinely cultured and divided into control group, scramble siRNA group, DDX5 siRNA group, TGF-β1 group, scramble siRNA+TGF-β1 group and DDX5 siRNA +TGF-β1 group. The dosage of RX5902 was 20 nmol/L, and the dosage of transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) was 10 ng/ml. HE staining and Masson staining were used to evaluate renal tubule injury and collagen fiber deposition. Western blotting, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry were used to detect the protein expression levels of DDX5 and fibrosis-related indexes such as fibronectin and α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA). The flow cytometry was used to detect the cell cycle. Results:In comparison to sham operation group, UUO group exhibited significantly elevated protein expression levels of fibronectin, α-SMA and DDX5 in kidney tissues (all P<0.05), accompanied by notable nuclear translocation of DDX5. TGF-β1 stimulation facilitated the upregulation of fibronectin, α-SMA, and DDX5 expression, as well as DDX5 nuclear translocation in HK-2 cells (all P<0.05). Pharmacological and genetic inhibition of DDX5 attenuated UUO or TGF-β1-induced elevated protein levels of fibronectin and α-SMA. Compared with scramble siRNA+TGF-β1 group, DDX5 siRNA+TGF-β1 group exhibited reduced protein expression levels of fibronectin, α-SMA and DDX5 in HK-2 cells (all P<0.05). Compared with UUO group, UUO+RX5902 group showed alleviation of renal epithelial cell exfoliation, renal tubule atrophy or lumen dilation and decreased scores of both tubular injury and interstitial collagen deposition, along with reduced protein expression levels of fibronectin, α-SMA and DDX5 (all P<0.05). Similarly, RX5902 inhibited TGF-β1-induced fibrotic responses in HK-2 cells (all P<0.05). Flow cytometry analysis results revealed that TGF-β1 stimulation resulted in a significant increase in the proportion of HK-2 cells in the G2/M phase. Conversely, silencing of DDX5 led to a significant reduction in the proportion of HK-2 cells in the G2/M phase (all P<0.05). Conclusions:DDX5 is significantly elevated in the renal tissues of UUO mice and TGF-β1-induced HK-2 cells. The pharmacological and genetic blockade of DDX5 can delay renal fibrosis by reducing cell cycle arrest and alleviating cell damage.
6.Incidence and Mortality of Colorectal Cancer in Zhejiang Cancer Registration Areas in 2021 and Trends from 2000 to 2021
Yunfeng ZHU ; Yi ZHOU ; Tianjing GAO ; Enning LU ; Xiaofei CHEN ; Zhongjie ZHU ; Weimiao WU ; Huizhang LI ; Lingbin DU ; Chunxiao JIANG ; Yanfei QIU
China Cancer 2025;34(10):783-791
[Purpose]To analyze the incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in Zhejiang can-cer registration areas in 2021 and its temporal trends from 2000 to 2021.[Methods]Data from 22 cancer registries in Zhejiang Province in 2021 that met the quality standards were included.The crude incidence/mortality rate,age-standardized incidence/mortality rates by Chinese standard population(ASIRC/ASMRC)and by world standard population(ASIRW/ASMRW),and cumulative incidence(mortality)rate for 0~74 years old were calculated.Trends from 2000 to 2021 were ana-lyzed using the Joinpoint regression model by calculating the annual percentage change(APC)and average annual percentage change(AAPC).[Results]In 2021,the number of new colorectal cancer cases in Zhejiang cancer registration areas was 12 265,with 4 323 deaths.ASIRC and ASMRC were significantly higher in men(32.74/105 and 10.11/105)than those in women(20.78/105 and 5.99/105).Urban areas showed higher ASIRC and ASMRC(28.27/105 and 8.06/105)than rural areas(24.12/105 and 7.85/105).The age-specific incidence and mortality rates of colorectal cancer in Zhejiang Province showed an increasing trend with age,with a peak of 219.63/105 in the age group of 80~84 years old.The age-specific mortality rate peaked in the age group of 85 years old and above,with a peak of 199.65/105.From 2000 to 2021,ASIRC in Zhejiang Province showed an upward trend(AAPC=2.23%,P<0.001),ASMRC showed a marginal increase(AAPC=0.78%,P=0.067).[Conclusion]The incidence of colorectal cancer in Zhejiang Province had been on a continuous rise in the past 22 years,and health education and early screening should be empha-sized.
7.The application and evaluation of O-PIRTAS flipped classroom in teaching the course of "developmental psychology"
Huijie LU ; Fengzhan LI ; Xiaofei YAN ; Lin WU ; Lingling WANG ; Ying LUO
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2025;24(10):1322-1326
Objective:To explore the application of the O-PIRTAS flipped classroom in teaching the course of "developmental psychology".Methods:This study involved second-year undergraduate students majoring in clinical psychology. The 26 undergraduate students enrolled in 2023 who participated in the late adulthood section of the course were selected as the experimental group (O-PIRTAS teaching), while the 25 undergraduate enrolled in 2022 in the same course were selected as the control group (traditional teaching). Assessments were conducted through closed-book tests and questionnaires. The student questionnaire evaluated their theoretical knowledge, class assessment, and class engagement. The teacher questionnaire assessed the completeness of the lecture, logical flow, and student engagement. SPSS 22.0 was used for t test. Results:In the theoretical examination, the experimental group showed significantly higher scores compared to the control group in knowledge application [(13.09±1.59) vs. (10.54±0.77)] and practical problem-solving ability [(8.27±0.57) vs. (6.95±0.32)]. In the questionnaire survey, 24 (92.00%) students in the experimental group expressed recognition of the flipped classroom mode. Teachers reported greater improvement in satisfaction with the classroom performance of the experimental group compared to the control group.Conclusions:O-PIRTAS flipped classroom improves the quality of teaching "developmental psychology", enhances student learning outcomes, and stimulates learning motivation.
8.Application of blood conservation measures with different red blood cell transfusion volumes in obstetrics and their impact on postpartum outcomes
Huimin DENG ; Fengcheng XU ; Meiting LI ; Lan HU ; Xiao WANG ; Shiyu WANG ; Xiaofei YUAN ; Jun ZHENG ; Zehua DONG ; Yuanshan LU ; Shaoheng CHEN
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(5):691-698
Objective: To evaluate the application of blood conservation measures in obstetric patients with different red blood cell transfusion volumes and to assess the impact of different transfusion volumes on postpartum outcomes. Methods: A retrospective investigation was conducted on 448 obstetric patients who received blood transfusions at the Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine from January 2016 to December 2022. Patients were divided into four groups (1-2 units group, 3-4 units group, 5-6 units group, and >6 units group) based on the volumes of red blood cells (RBCs) transfused during and within 7 days after delivery. The maternal physiological indicators, pre- and postpartum laboratory test indicators, obstetric complications, application of blood conservation measures, use of blood products, and postpartum outcomes were reviewed. The clinical characteristics, application of blood conservation measures, and their impact on postpartum outcomes were compared among different transfusion groups. Results: There were statistically significant differences in the multivariate logistic analysis of history of previous cesarean section (OR=1.781), eclampsia/pre-eclampsia/(OR=1.972) and postpartum blood loss>1 000 mL(OR=1.699)(P<0.05) among different transfusion groups. In terms of blood conservation measures, the more RBCs transfused, the higher the rate of mothers receiving blood conservation measures such as balloon occlusion, arterial ligation, autologous blood transfusion with a cell saver, and hysterectomy. With the increase in the volume of RBCs transfusion, the demand for fresh frozen plasma(FFP), cryoprecipitate, and platelet transfusions also increased. The hospitalization days for the four groups of parturients were 6.0 (4.0-9.0), 7.5 (5.0-14.8), 7.0 (4.5-13.0) and 11.0 (9.0-20.5), respectively (P<0.05) and the rates of ICU transfer were 2.0% (5/250), 9.4% (12/128),18.2% (6/33) and 51.4% (19/37), respectively (P<0.05). Both increased significantly with the increase in the volume of RBCs transfusion, and the differences between groups were statistically significant. Conclusion: Parturients who received higher volume of RBCs had multiple risks factors for bleeding before childbirth, had higher postpartum blood loss, and had a higher rate of application of various blood conservation measures. In addition, an increase in the volume of RBCs transfusion may have adverse effects on postpartum recovery.
9.Characteristics of traditional Chinese medicine syndromes in patients with Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever:a cross-sectional study
Shiying LU ; Danwen ZHENG ; Xintian HONG ; Yuping LIU ; Guangzong LI ; Zhifeng HONG ; Jinghua YANG ; Yan ZHANG ; Banghan DING ; Yuntao LIU ; Yuanyuan WANG ; Xin YIN ; Jingwei SHUI ; Xiaofei FAN ; Hai LAN ; Zhongde ZHANG
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;48(11):1531-1539
Objective To explore the traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)syndrome characteristics of patients with Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever and to provide empirical data to support the application of TCM in diagnosing and treating Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever.Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted to collect clinical data(sex,age,days since onset,and comorbidity underlying disease conditions)and TCM with four-examination information(symptoms,tongue manifestations,and pulse manifestations)from 255 patients with Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever who visited Lecong Hospital of Shunde,Foshan,the Third People's Hospital of Shunde District of Foshan,Shunde Hospital of Southern Medical University Affiliated Chencun Hospital between July 23 and July 29,2025.Factor and cluster analyses were used to summarize TCM syndrome characteristics and analyze core pathogenesis in conjunction with clinical features.Results Among the 255 patients with Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever,131 were male and 124 were female,with a age of(49.05±17.93)years and a disease duration of(3.26±1.78)days.Among the four types of examination information in TCM,35 items exhibited a frequency exceeding 10%.The most prevalent symptoms were arthralgia(180 patients,70.59%),exanthem(153 patients,60.00%),fatigue(99 patients,38.82%),anhidrosis(98 patients,38.43%),pruritus(96 patients,37.65%),and fever(92 patients,36.08%).Tongue and pulse manifestations were primarily white fur(155 patients,60.78%),pink tongue(111 patients,43.53%),slippery pulse(143 patients,56.08%),and greasy fur(134 patients,52.53%).Patients with disease onset≤3 d had a higher incidence of arthralgia,fatigue,fever,aversion to cold,generalized muscle pain,aversion to wind,insomnia,headache,sweating,low-grade fever,poor appetite,loose stool,hyperhidrosis,and red tongue than those with disease onset≥4 d(P<0.05).Patients with disease onset≥4 d had a higher incidence of pink tongue and thick fur than those with disease onset≤3 d(P<0.05).The syndrome elements in patients with Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever predominantly manifested on the defensive exterior,with involvement of the sinew-bone joints,skin-muscle,and spleen.Pathogenic factors were primarily characterized by external winds,dampness,and heat.Factor and cluster analysis result indicated three TCM pathogenesis progression patterns:imbalance of the defensive exterior with wind-dampness conflict and heat transformation;dampness-heat flowing into muscles and meridians causing joint obstruction and qi blood stasis;and dampness-heat congelation resulting in qi mechanism obstruction,consumption of body fluids,and infiltration of the skin.Conclusion Patients with Chikungunya hemorrhagic fever primarily present with fever,joint pain,and rashes.In TCM,this condition falls under the category of"dampness-warmth"syndrome.Its etiology is attributed to pathogens,with transmission occurring through mosquito bites.The core pathogenesis of TCM is the invasion of the defensive exterior and dampness-toxic heat accumulation.The therapeutic principles focus on clearing heat pathogens,resolving dampness pathogens,dispersing wind pathogens,and promoting the resolution of rashes.
10.Association of triglyceride-glucose index and cardiovascular disease in a community-based Chinese cohort
Mengxi LU ; Qiuping LIU ; Tianjing ZHOU ; Xiaofei LIU ; Yexiang SUN ; Peng SHEN ; Hongbo LIN ; Xun TANG ; Pei GAO
Journal of Peking University(Health Sciences) 2025;57(3):430-435
Objective:To investigate the association between the triglyceride-glucose(TyG)index and the incidence and mortality of cardiovascular disease(CVD)in a large population-based cohort.Methods:Participants aged 40-79 years without a history of CVD at baseline were drawn from the CHi-nese Electronic health Records Research in Yinzhou(CHERRY)study between January 1,2010,and May 31,2020.The TyG index was calculated using baseline triglyceride and fasting blood glucose.Cox proportional hazards models were used to assess the association between the TyG index and the composite outcome of CVD(incidence and mortality),adjusting for age,gender,education,region,smoking sta-tus,body mass index,systolic blood pressure,and total cholesterol.Hazard ratios(HR)and 95%confi-dence intervals(CI)were calculated.Nonlinear associations between the TyG index and CVD were fur-ther evaluated using restricted cubic splines,and subgroup analyses by gender and age were conducted to explore potential differences.Results:A total of 226 406 individuals were included,with a mean age of(55.0±9.7)years at baseline,46.8%of whom were men,and a median TyG index of 8.68.Over a median follow-up of 7.99 years,9 815(4.34%)participants experienced CVD incidence or mortality.After adjusting for age,gender,education,region,smoking status,body mass index,systolic blood pressure and total cholesterol,the risk of CVD increased with higher TyG index levels(P<0.001).The risk in the highest TyG quartile(TyG>9.10)was 42%higher than in the lowest quartile(TyG ≤8.32)(HR=1.42,95%CI:1.34-1.51).Individuals under 60 years had a higher HR for CVD compared with those aged 60 years and above(HR:1.71 vs.1.27,P<0.05).Restricted cubic spline analysis revealed a reverse L-shaped association between the TyG index and CVD risk in the overall population(P<0.001 for nonlinear trend),with risk increasing after the TyG index exceeded 8.67.However,the threshold varied by gender,with a lower threshold in women(8.51)than in men(8.67).Conclusion:A significant nonlinear relationship was revealed between the TyG index and CVD risk,with a threshold effect.The risk of CVD increased once the TyG index surpassed a certain threshold,with a lower threshold in women than in men.These findings suggest that cardiovascular risk prediction and interven-tions based on the TyG index should be gender-stratified,and early intervention for individuals under 60 years old might have important public health implications.

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