1.Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang and Its Single Active Ingredient in Treatment of Dyspepsia Caused by Chronic Cholecystitis: A Review
Wenwen YANG ; Yubei LU ; Lin CHEN ; Jing ZHANG ; Ying GAO ; Yajuan ZHANG ; Xiaoyan LI ; Jianfei YANG ; Xiaoli SHI ; Huanhuan LIN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(4):289-298
Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang was first recorded in the Treatise on Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun). This prescription is composed of Bupleuri Radix, Scutellariae Radix, Cinnamomi Ramulus, Zingiberis Rhizoma, Trichosanthis Radix, Ostreae Concha, and Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma. It has the effects of soothing Lesser Yang, warming the spleen, and stimulating the generation of body fluid. It is mainly used to treat digestive tract diseases such as chronic cholecystitis (CC), irritable bowel syndrome, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Dyspepsia caused by CC presents a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, poor appetite, postprandial fullness, aversion to greasy food, soft stool, and bitter mouth, being a type of biliary dyspepsia. In modern medicine, dyspepsia caused by CC is mainly managed by medical treatment and surgical treatment. Internal medicine mainly focuses on reducing inflammation, promoting the function of gallbladder, resolving stones, alleviating spasms, and relieving the pain for CC, demonstrating definite short-term efficacy but suffering from single effects, high recurrence rate, and poor compliance. Although surgical treatment can cure cholecystitis, it is accompanied by the increased incidence of adverse events such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and dyspepsia. Modern clinical studies have confirmed that Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang can significantly alleviate the symptoms such as abdominal pain and dyspepsia of CC patients. Pharmacological studies have found that Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang mainly contains active ingredients such as Bupleuri Radix saponins, baicalin, cinnamaldehyde, gingerol, Trichosanthis Radix polysaccharide, Ostreae Concha polysaccharide, and Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma total flavonoids. Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang can ameliorate the symptoms of dyspepsia caused by CC by inhibiting inflammatory responses, improving gallbladder contraction and gastrointestinal motility, regulating the bile acid-intestinal flora axis and the brain-gut axis, and modulating blood lipids through multiple targets. By reviewing the previous literature, this article summarizes the research progress in the treatment of dyspepsia caused by CC with Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang and its main active ingredients as well as the pathogenesis of this disease and puts forward the shortcomings and improvement strategies for the current research. The review aims to provide a reference for the further research on Chaihu Guizhi Ganjiangtang in the treatment of dyspepsia caused by CC.
2.The efficacy of oral solution of magnesium sodium potassium sulfate in bowel preparation before colonoscopy
Xin HUANG ; Rujie YANG ; Feng QIN ; Shilian ZHANG ; Xin WU ; Xiaoyan YIN
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice and Service 2026;44(2):85-87
Objective To explore the efficacy and safety of oral solution of magnesium sodium potassium sulfate in bowel preparation before colonoscopy. Methods Patients who planned to undergo colonoscopy at the digestive department of the Ninth People’s Hospital, affiliated to School of Medicine of Shanghai Jiao Tong University from January 2023 to August 2023 were selected and eligible subjects were divided into two groups: Group A took polyethylene glycol (PEG) and Group B took oral solution of magnesium sodium potassium sulfate (OSS). The quality, drug tolerance, and safety of intestinal preparation were evaluated. The quality of bowel preparation was evaluated by the boston bowel preparation scale (BBPS). Results The right colon BBPS score of Group B was (2.39±0.82) points, which was significantly higher than of Group A (2.11±0.43) points (P<0.05). The overall score of Group B was higher than that of Group A (P<0.05). OSS was easier to take than PEG, with a good taste and overall sensation. Patients were willing to use OSS to clean their bowels even when they were willing to undergo another examination (P<0.05). There was a significant difference in nausea and vomiting symptoms between the two groups (P<0.05), and there were no significant changes in renal function and electrolytes before and after medication in the two groups of patients. Conclusion OSS had a higher quality of bowel cleaning and was easier for patients to accept.
3.Influencing factors for poor prognosis of drug-induced liver injury in Chinese population: a systematic review
Weimei WANG ; Lidan WANG ; Jia MENG ; Ze PING ; Xiaoyan ZHANG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(5):665-669
OBJECTIVE To systematically evaluate the influencing factors affecting the poor prognosis of drug-induced liver injury (DILI) in the Chinese population, and to provide evidence-based support for early identification and interventions of DILI. METHODS Retrieved from PubMed, Medline, Embase, the Cochrane Library, CNKI, Wanfang database, China biomedical medicine database (CBM) and VIP, clinical studies (case-control studies, cohort studies) related to influencing factors for poor prognosis of DILI were collected from inception to May 31, 2025. After literature screening, data extraction and quality evaluation of included studies, meta-analysis was carried out by using RevMan 5.4 software. RESULTS A total of 17 literature were included, involving 4 078 DILI patients, of whom 673 were in the poor prognosis group and 3 405 were in the favorable prognosis group. Meta-analysis showed that history of liver disease (OR=2.47, 95%CI was 1.61-3.78, P <0.001), alcohol drinking history (OR=1.77, 95%CI was 1.22-2.56, P =0.003), Chinese herbal medicine/Chinese patent medicine (OR=1.87, 95%CI was 1.30-2.70, P <0.001), non-hepatocellular injury type (OR=1.70, 95%CI was 1.37-2.10, P <0.001), international normalized ratio (INR) elevated (OR=2.51, 95%CI was 1.97-3.19, P <0.001), and alanine transamine (ALT) elevated (OR=1.27, 95%CI was 1.14-1.41, P <0.001) were risk factors of poor prognosis in DILI. Higher albumin (ALB) level (OR=0.47, 95%CI was 0.39-0.57, P <0.001), elevated prothrombin activity (PTA) (OR=0.88, 95%CI was 0.85-0.91, P <0.001) and more than 2 kinds of hepatoprotective drugs (OR=0.62, 95%CI was 0.41-0.95, P =0.030) were protective factors for poor prognosis of DILI. CONCLUSIONS Patients with alcohol drinking history, history of liver disease, elevated INR, elevated ALT, taking Chinese herbal medicine/Chinese patent medicine, and non-hepatocellular injury type of DILI have a greater risk of poor prognosis, and higher ALB level, higher PTA and more than 2 kinds of hepatoprotective drugs can reduce the risk of poor prognosis of DILI.
4.Analysis of diagnosis and treatment of Epstein-Barr virus-negative diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (GCB type) after kidney transplantation
Yan LI ; Xiaoyan ZHANG ; Xiang REN ; Tong XU ; Guohui WANG ; Ruochen QI ; Dongjuan WU ; Kepu LIU ; Weijun QIN ; Shuaijun MA
Organ Transplantation 2026;17(2):257-265
Objective To analyze the clinical and therapeutic characteristics of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-negative posttransplant lymphoproliferative disease (PTLD) with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) in the context of specific cases and literature. Methods A case of EBV-negative DLBCL (GCB type) after kidney transplantation is reported. The patient was a 45-year-old male who underwent living-related kidney transplantation in 2016 and has been receiving triple immunosuppressive therapy with tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil and methylprednisolone since then. In 2024, the patient presented with intermittent fever, night sweats and gastrointestinal symptoms. The diagnosis was confirmed by endoscopic pathology, immunohistochemical staining and positron emission tomography/computed tomography. The R-CDOP regimen (rituximab + cyclophosphamide + liposomal doxorubicin + vincristine + dexamethasone) was used for treatment. Results The patient was diagnosed with EBV-negative DLBCL (GCB type, Ann Arbor stage Ⅳ B). After 4 cycles of R-CDOP chemotherapy, the efficacy assessment was partial remission, and the transplant kidney function remained stable. Conclusions For EBV-negative PTLD after kidney transplantation, it is necessary to break through the "virus-dependent" diagnostic thinking. In clinical practice, the focus should be on protecting the transplant kidney, and individualized treatment plans should be developed for patients.
5.Development and application of a three-dimensional digital visualization system for children's neck acupoints
Xiaojing AO ; Kun LI ; Yuhang LIU ; Xiaoxuan YANG ; Xing WANG ; Zhijun LI ; Xiaoyan REN ; Shaojie ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(9):1834-1840
BACKGROUND:Currently,there have been studies on three-dimensional digitalization and visualization systems for adult acupoints,but there are not many reports on the visualization of pediatric acupoints based on real pediatric digital sectional anatomical datasets. OBJECTIVE:To design and develop a digital three-dimensional visualization system for children's neck acupoints,to provide a basis for acupuncture and moxibustion,meridian and acupoint science teaching,clinical practice,acupuncture manipulation practice,and acupuncture safety research,and to provide a basis for the development of children's acupoint simulation system. METHODS:Based on a real cross-sectional anatomical dataset of pre-school boys,a three-dimensional digital virtual anatomical model of the neck region of children and internal multi-organ three-dimensional reconstruction were completed using PhotoShop 2021 and Digihuman Reconstruction System software.A database of 11 acupoints was compiled,including Fengfu and Fengchi,using the Unity database language.A three-dimensional model of children's neck anatomy,acupoint database,and writing acupuncture operation codes were integrated in Unity3D software.A three-dimensional digital visualization system for children's neck acupoints was successfully created,which integrated simulation acupoint positioning,three-dimensional acupoint anatomy,acupuncture training,clinical teaching,and acupuncture safety research. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)This study was based on real child specimens.Manual layer by layer segmentation of cross-sectional images was used to ensure the accuracy of the three-dimensional model to the greatest extent possible.The 3D software Digihuman Reconstruction System was utilized to extract and save independent segmentation data.PhotoShop 2021 software was collaborated with to complete dozens of three-dimensional reconstruction anatomical models of the outer skin of the neck and its internal bone structure,cervical spinal cord,blood vessels and nerves,muscles,and ligaments in children.The basic morphology and overall contour integrity verification of each independent structure were completed in MeshLab software.The 3-material research 13.0 software was applied for final fine tuning and anatomical position confirmation,successfully simulating and restoring the true anatomical morphology of the neck of preschool children.(2)Based on and referring to the national standards of the People's Republic of China,a database of commonly used acupoints in children's neck region was collected and organized,including their names,meridians,positioning,local anatomy,needle insertion levels,acupuncture methods,acupuncture accidents and prevention,acupoint indications,and two-dimensional anatomical sectional images.(3)Unity3D software was employed to integrate the three-dimensional model of children's neck,acupuncture simulation operation,and acupoint database,and a three-dimensional digital children's neck acupoint acupuncture visualization system was successfully constructed.The system displayed information on children's neck acupoints,two-dimensional and three-dimensional anatomical structures,and achieved two-dimensional and three-dimensional acupuncture simulation functions and acupuncture safety research functions for children's neck acupoints.Based on the ultra-thin sectional anatomical dataset of real child specimens,the first three-dimensional digital and visualization system for acupoints in the neck region of children had been constructed.Compared with previous acupoint acupuncture systems,it is more in line with the anatomical and morphological development characteristics of Asian children and has high application value in the fields of acupuncture safety research,clinical teaching,and acupuncture simulation training.
6.Research progress of meibomian gland dysfunction-related dry eye
Jianbo ZHONG ; Guoqiang ZENG ; Yi ZHANG ; Xiaoyan DOU ; Wanmei TANG ; Kunling CHEN ; Li CAI
International Eye Science 2025;25(2):259-263
In recent years, with the endless emergence of meibomian gland dysfunction(MGD)diagnostic equipment, rich treatment methods, and in-depth clinical and basic research on MGD at home and abroad, the understanding of MGD has entered a new stage. MGD-related dry eye is considered to be the main cause of lipid abnormal dry eye, and its occurrence and development is a chronic and multi-factorial pathological process. This article reviews the pathogenesis, imaging analysis and clinical treatment progress of MGD-related dry eye, in order to provide scientific evidence and ideas for clinical diagnosis and therapy of MGD-related dry eye.
7.Clinical Effect of Xiaozhi Hugan Capsules in Treatment of Patients with Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis and Its Impact on Serum IL-6 and MCP-1
Xiaoyan LIU ; Suping MA ; Qingliang MA ; Chunxiao LI ; Lihui ZHANG ; Huaxin CHEN ; Wenxia ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(12):185-192
ObjectiveTo observe the clinical effect of Xiaozhi Hugan capsules in treating patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) combined with phlegm-dampness and blood stasis syndrome and its effects on serum interleukin-6 (IL-6) and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1). MethodsA total of 124 patients with NASH combined with phlegm-dampness and blood stasis syndrome who were admitted to the Department of Spleen, Stomach, and Hepatobiliary Diseases, the First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine from July 2020 to December 2022 were selected. According to the random number table method, patients were randomly divided into an observation group (62 cases) and a control group (62 cases). The treatment duration was 6 months. The observation group received Xiaozhi Hugan capsules orally, while the control group received polyene phosphatidylcholine capsules. The efficacy indicators included alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), controlled attenuation parameter (CAP), liver stiffness measurement (LSM), traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndrome scores (discomfort/dull pain/distending pain in liver region, fatigue, etc.), body mass index (BMI), waist-to-height ratio (WHtR), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) [including fasting blood glucose (FBG) and fasting insulin level (INS)], free fatty acids (FFA), IL-6, and MCP-1. Adverse drug reactions were recorded. ResultsAfter treatment, the total effective rate in the observation group was 92.3% (48/52), while that in the control group was 75.5% (39/49). The total effective rate in the observation group was higher than that in the control group (χ2=5.339, P<0.05). After treatment, the TCM syndrome scores in both groups were significantly reduced (P<0.05), and the post-treatment scores in the observation group were better than those in the control group (P<0.05). After treatment, the levels of ALT, AST, TC, FFA, fasting insulin (FINS), HOMA-IR, MCP-1, IL-6, CAP, LSM, BMI, and WHtR were decreased (P<0.05) significantly in both groups, and the observation group showed superior improvement in the above indicators compared to the control group (P<0.05). The observation group exhibited significant reductions in TG and FBG (P<0.05) and an increase in HDL-C (P<0.05), while no significant changes were observed in the control group. The observation group was superior to the control group after treatment (P<0.05). No severe adverse reactions occurred in either group during the treatment. ConclusionXiaozhi Hugan capsules have significant clinical efficacy in treating patients with NASH combined with phlegm-dampness and blood stasis syndrome. It reduces hepatic steatosis, lowers liver stiffness, inhibits the expression of serum inflammatory factors, and alleviates liver inflammation. No obvious adverse reactions occur, suggesting it is suitable for clinical application.
8.Clinical Effect of Xiaozhi Hugan Capsules in Treatment of Patients with Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis and Its Impact on Serum IL-6 and MCP-1
Xiaoyan LIU ; Suping MA ; Qingliang MA ; Chunxiao LI ; Lihui ZHANG ; Huaxin CHEN ; Wenxia ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(12):185-192
ObjectiveTo observe the clinical effect of Xiaozhi Hugan capsules in treating patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) combined with phlegm-dampness and blood stasis syndrome and its effects on serum interleukin-6 (IL-6) and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1). MethodsA total of 124 patients with NASH combined with phlegm-dampness and blood stasis syndrome who were admitted to the Department of Spleen, Stomach, and Hepatobiliary Diseases, the First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Chinese Medicine from July 2020 to December 2022 were selected. According to the random number table method, patients were randomly divided into an observation group (62 cases) and a control group (62 cases). The treatment duration was 6 months. The observation group received Xiaozhi Hugan capsules orally, while the control group received polyene phosphatidylcholine capsules. The efficacy indicators included alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), controlled attenuation parameter (CAP), liver stiffness measurement (LSM), traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndrome scores (discomfort/dull pain/distending pain in liver region, fatigue, etc.), body mass index (BMI), waist-to-height ratio (WHtR), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) [including fasting blood glucose (FBG) and fasting insulin level (INS)], free fatty acids (FFA), IL-6, and MCP-1. Adverse drug reactions were recorded. ResultsAfter treatment, the total effective rate in the observation group was 92.3% (48/52), while that in the control group was 75.5% (39/49). The total effective rate in the observation group was higher than that in the control group (χ2=5.339, P<0.05). After treatment, the TCM syndrome scores in both groups were significantly reduced (P<0.05), and the post-treatment scores in the observation group were better than those in the control group (P<0.05). After treatment, the levels of ALT, AST, TC, FFA, fasting insulin (FINS), HOMA-IR, MCP-1, IL-6, CAP, LSM, BMI, and WHtR were decreased (P<0.05) significantly in both groups, and the observation group showed superior improvement in the above indicators compared to the control group (P<0.05). The observation group exhibited significant reductions in TG and FBG (P<0.05) and an increase in HDL-C (P<0.05), while no significant changes were observed in the control group. The observation group was superior to the control group after treatment (P<0.05). No severe adverse reactions occurred in either group during the treatment. ConclusionXiaozhi Hugan capsules have significant clinical efficacy in treating patients with NASH combined with phlegm-dampness and blood stasis syndrome. It reduces hepatic steatosis, lowers liver stiffness, inhibits the expression of serum inflammatory factors, and alleviates liver inflammation. No obvious adverse reactions occur, suggesting it is suitable for clinical application.
9.Knowledge, attitudes and practice regarding three major infectious diseases among freshmen in Jiangsu Province from 2019 to 2022
ZHANG Xiaolin, DU Guoping, CHEN Xiaoyan, LI Xiaoshan, WEI Yixuan, LI Yanhui, TAN Bingxin, YE Yuxiu
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(2):205-209
Objective:
To understand the changing trends and related factors of knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) regarding the three major infectious diseases (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, tuberculosis, hepatitis B) among freshmen in Jiangsu from 2019 to 2022, so as to provide a reference basis for the health education of infectious diseases in schools.
Methods:
From 2019 to 2022, a total of 33 944 freshmen from 20 universities in Jiangsu Province were randomly selected for four consecutive years to investigate their KAP levels online through self designed questionnaires on three major infectious diseases. The multiple linear regression model was used to analyze the changing trends of students KAP levels of the three major infectious diseases, and to explore the influencing factors of KAP.
Results:
From 2019 to 2022, the knowledge scores(18.0±3.1,18.4±3.2,18.7±3.2,18.8±3.2), related to the three major infectious diseases showed an upward trend ( F=436.50, P <0.01), and the positive attitude reporting rates were 81.77%, 81.46%, 82.68% and 81.74%, respectively. The reporting rates of positive practice were 80.11%, 79.25%, 79.08 % and 79.04%, respectively. Multiple linear regression showed that school type, parental education level, mother s occupation, average income per person in family and living arrangements during high school all had an impact on the knowledge ( β = -1.510 -0.559), attitudes ( β =-0.043-0.065) and practice ( β =-0.028-0.027) of the three major infectious diseases ( P < 0.05 ). The family residence areas only affected the reporting rate of positive attitude scores ( β =0.002-0.065), and whether only children or not affected the reporting rate of positive practice scores ( β =0.009)( P <0.05). The knowledge score showed an upward trend ( β= 0.297, P <0.01), the positive attitude reporting rate showed no statistically significant change ( β=0.001, P =0.22), and the positive practice reporting rate showed a downward trend ( β=-0.005, P <0.01).
Conclusions
Freshman in Jiangsu Province from 2019 to 2022 have shown a separation in KAP scores regarding the three major infectious diseases. Targeted measures should be taken to improve their health practice level.
10.Application effect of oral health management program based on behavior change wheel theory for children aged 5-6 years
YUAN Meng, ZHANG Xin, DUAN Xiaoyan
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(2):210-214
Objective:
To evaluate the application effect of oral health management program based on behavior change wheel (BCW) theory, so as to provide a reference for improving children s awareness of oral self management and the development of healthy oral behaviors.
Methods:
A total of 120 children aged 5-6 from 2 kindergartens in Yubei District in Chongqing City, selected by convenience sampling method from September 2023 to March 2024, were divided into a experimental group and a control group (60 each). Children in the experimental group were given an oral health education programme based on BCW theory (promoted health awareness, cultivated healthy behavior ability, strengthened awareness and ability, and provided opportunitiess) on the basis of conventional oral health education, and children in the control group were given conventional oral health education; data were collected before and 3 months after the intervention, respectively. Comparisons between groups were made using the Mann-Whitney U test and χ 2 test.
Results:
Before intervention, there were no significant differences in plaque index [2.00(1.00,2.00), 2.00(1.00,2.00)] and the number of filled teeth [0.00(0.00,1.00), 0.00( 0.00 ,1.00)] between the experimental group and the control group ( Z=-0.88, -0.42, P >0.05). After intervention, the plaque index of the experimental group [1.00(0.00,1.00)] was lower than that of the control group [1.00(0.25,2.00)] and before intervention, and the number of filling teeth in the experimental group [1.00(0.00,2.00)] was higher than that of the control group [1.00(0.00,1.00)] and before intervention, the differences were statistically significant ( Z =-3.14, -5.48; -2.08, -3.02, P <0.05). Before intervention, there were no significant differences in oral health behavior report rate and oral health knowledge mastery rate between the two groups ( χ 2=0.30-0.91, 0.15-1.43, P > 0.05 ). After intervention, the report rates of health tooth brushing (method, frequency and duration) and preventive behavior (using fluoride toothpaste, pit and fissure sealing prevention and fluoride application prevention) in the experimental group were better than those in the control group and before intervention, and the differences were statistically significant ( χ 2=4.88-9.38, 9.13- 22.63 , P <0.05). The mastery rates of oral health knowledge in the experimental group were better than that in the control group, and the differences were statistically significant ( χ 2=4.62-8.54, P <0.05).
Conclusion
Oral health management programs based on the BCW theory are more conducive to improving children s oral hygiene, as well as enhancing children s basic oral knowledge and promoting the development of oral health behaviors.


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