1.Treating secondary organizing pneumonia after infection based on Sanjiao membranous tube theory
Yanni LI ; Xiaomei ZHANG ; Tianshu YANG ; Yunlong SUN ; Mengqian LI ; Yuxin LAI ; Liangduo JIANG
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;48(6):746-750
Secondary organizing pneumonia after infection is a pathological condition characterized by connective tissue filling and obstructing the alveoli and bronchioles, in which following an infection in the lung, the inflammatory response is not controlled in a timely and effective manner. The pathogenesis and treatment of this condition can be interpreted through the Sanjiao membranous tube theory and the concept of stagnation within the pulmonary micro-membrane. Sanjiao is conceptualized as a four-way membranous tube that internally connects with the zangfu organs and externally with the skin and muscles, enabling the circulation of energy and fluids throughout the body. It also maintains communication with the zangfu micro-membranes. Within the lungs, the pulmonary micro-membrane is distributed and connected to the upper jiao membranous tube, facilitating the movement of qi and fluids and supporting nutrient distribution. External pathogens may invade the Sanjiao membranous system through the external membranous tube, travel internally along this system, and transform into latent pathogens that settle within the pulmonary micro-membrane. These latent pathogens can subsequently transform into heat or dampness, leading to the depletion of lung qi and impairing the lung′s ability to regulate and transport body fluids. Consequently, fluids may seep into the pulmonary micro-membrane, where they are transformed into dampness, turbidity, and phlegm. The accumulation of damp-turbidity and phlegm obstructs the flow of qi and blood, resulting in blood stasis in the pulmonary collaterals. This stagnation occurring within both the pulmonary micro-membrane and its associated collaterals underlies the development of secondary organizing pneumonia after infection. In severe cases, this condition may progress to pulmonary interstitial fibrosis. The therapeutic approach emphasizes expelling latent pathogens, regulating and dredging the pulmonary micro-membrane, tonifying the healthy qi, and supporting health. Regulating and dredging the pulmonary micro-membrane is a crucial step, with a focus on promoting the flow of lung qi, resolving dampness and phlegm, and activating blood circulation to remove stasis.
2.REDH: A database of RNA editome in hematopoietic differentiation and malignancy
Jiayue XU ; Jiahuan HE ; Jiabin YANG ; Fengjiao WANG ; Yue HUO ; Yuehong GUO ; Yanmin SI ; Yufeng GAO ; Fang WANG ; Hui CHENG ; Tao CHENG ; Jia YU ; Xiaoshuang WANG ; Yanni MA
Chinese Medical Journal 2024;137(3):283-293
Background::The conversion of adenosine (A) to inosine (I) through deamination is the prevailing form of RNA editing, impacting numerous nuclear and cytoplasmic transcripts across various eukaryotic species. Millions of high-confidence RNA editing sites have been identified and integrated into various RNA databases, providing a convenient platform for the rapid identification of key drivers of cancer and potential therapeutic targets. However, the available database for integration of RNA editing in hematopoietic cells and hematopoietic malignancies is still lacking.Methods::We downloaded RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) data of 29 leukemia patients and 19 healthy donors from National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database, and RNA-seq data of 12 mouse hematopoietic cell populations obtained from our previous research were also used. We performed sequence alignment, identified RNA editing sites, and obtained characteristic editing sites related to normal hematopoietic development and abnormal editing sites associated with hematologic diseases.Results::We established a new database, "REDH", represents RNA editome in hematopoietic differentiation and malignancy. REDH is a curated database of associations between RNA editome and hematopoiesis. REDH integrates 30,796 editing sites from 12 murine adult hematopoietic cell populations and systematically characterizes more than 400,000 edited events in malignant hematopoietic samples from 48 cohorts (human). Through the Differentiation, Disease, Enrichment, and knowledge modules, each A-to-I editing site is systematically integrated, including its distribution throughout the genome, its clinical information (human sample), and functional editing sites under physiological and pathological conditions. Furthermore, REDH compares the similarities and differences of editing sites between different hematologic malignancies and healthy control.Conclusions::REDH is accessible at http://www.redhdatabase.com/. This user-friendly database would aid in understanding the mechanisms of RNA editing in hematopoietic differentiation and malignancies. It provides a set of data related to the maintenance of hematopoietic homeostasis and identifying potential therapeutic targets in malignancies.
3.Comprehensive rehabilitation for the frail elderly
Yingjun GONG ; Yanni WANG ; Yang CHEN ; Yajun HAN ; Xiaoxuan NING ; Xiaoming WANG ; Zhiping WANG
Chinese Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2024;46(10):935-940
Objective:To analyze the effect of comprehensive rehabilitation intervention on the physical functioning of frail elderly persons.Methods:A total of 318 frail elderly persons were randomly divided into a control group ( n=164) and an observation group ( n=154) to test different interventions. Propensity score matching was used to balance the baseline information between the two groups 1∶1. A total of 200 cases were successfully matched, with 100 cases in each group. Both groups received drug treatment and routine nursing, while the observation group was additionally provided with comprehensive rehabilitation. Before and after 4 weeks of the treatment, both groups were evaluated using visual analogue scale (VAS) scoring for their perception of pain intensity, hand grip strength, gait speed, 6-minute walking distance (6MWD), 5 sit-up time, and the timed up and go test (TUGT). Results:There were no significant differences between the groups in any of the measurements before the experiment. Afterward, all of the outcome measures except gait speed were significantly better among the experimental group than among the controls, on average.Conclusions:Comprehensive rehabilitation can relieve pain, improve the walking, handgrip strength and exercise endurance of the frail elderly.
4.PDCA cycle in quality control of medical device adverse event report forms
Bohan ZHANG ; Quanzhou CAI ; Yanni YANG ; Yaning FANG ; Yuanfeng FU
Modern Hospital 2024;24(5):707-710
Objective This paper aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Plan Do Check Act(PDCA)cycle in the quality improvement of medical device adverse event report forms to provide references for developing improvement strategies.Methods This study randomly selected 271 report forms from hospitals in Guangdong Province from January 1,2022,to March 31,2022 as the pre-implementation group.Another 462 report forms from January 1,2023,to March 31,2023 were randomly selected after implementing the PDCA cycle as the post-implementation group.The effect evaluation was concluded by comparing the average score on quality assessment of report forms between the two groups from 21 cities in Guangdong Province.Results The post-implementation group showed significantly higher overall average score on quality assessment as compared to the pre-im-plementation group(P<0.05).After the implementation,the form completions on medical devices,adverse events,and usage,were significantly improved(P<0.05).Conclusion The PDCA cycle can effectively improve the quality of medical device ad-verse event report forms,which is significant for standardizing the monitoring of medical device adverse events and subsequent in-vestigation and resolution of risk.
5.Effects of Ditan Yizhi Decoction on Neuronal Morphology and FAM134B Protein Expression in Hippocampus of Vascular Dementia Rats
Mengyu GU ; Lieqian SUN ; Jia YANG ; Chao YANG ; Jie YANG ; Gaoshuai GUO ; Tanglong WANG ; Zhiwei YANG ; Kaiyi WANG ; Yanni HE ; Siyi ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;31(8):97-102
Objective To observe the effects of Ditan Yizhi Decoction on learning and memory ability,structure of hippocampal tissue,neuronal morphology of hippocampus,and the expression of endoplasmic reticulum autophagy-related protein FAM134B in hippocampal tissue;To explore the mechanism of its therapeutic effect on vascular dementia.Methods Totally 32 SD rats were randomly divided into sham-operation group,model group,donepezil group and Ditan Yizhi Decoction group,with 8 rats in each group.The model group,donepezil group and Ditan Yizhi Decoction group were prepared with a modified permanent ligation method of bilateral common carotid arteries to create a rat model of vascular dementia,the common carotid artery was separated in the sham-operation group,but not ligated.After modeling,the donepezil group was given donepezil hydrochloride,Ditan Yizhi Decoction group was given Ditan Yizhi Decoction,and the sham-operation group and model group were given equal volume of distilled water for gavage for 4 consecutive weeks.Morris water maze experiment was used to evaluate the learning and memory ability,HE staining and Nissl staining were used to observe the morphological changes of hippocampus,ultrastructure of hippocampal neurons was observed using transmission electron microscopy,Western blot was used to detect the protein expression of FAM134B and p-FAM134B in hippocampal tissue.Results Compared with the sham-operation group,the escape latency period was prolonged of the rats in model group,and the number of crossing the original platform and the duration of stay in the target quadrant was reduced(P<0.01),the gap between neurons in CA1 region of the hippocampus increased,the cell morphology was irregular,the boundaries were blurred,the neurons shrinked,the Nissl bodies dissolved and broke,the number decreased,the endoplasmic reticulum arrangement was scattered,mitochondria swelled and deformed,and the expressions of FAM134B and p-FAM134B protein in hippocampal tissue increased(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,the escape latency period of rats in donepezil group and Ditan Yizhi Decoction group were significantly shortened,and the number of crossing the original platform and the duration of stay in the target quadrant were increased(P<0.01),the morphology and quantity of neurons in CA1 region of the hippocampus were more regular,with a decrease in neuronal pyknosis,an increase in the number of Nissl bodies,and a reduction in dissolution and fragmentation,the swelling and deformation of the endoplasmic reticulum were restored,and the expression of FAM134B and p-FAM134B protein in hippocampal tissue increased(P<0.01).Moreover,the effects of Ditan Yizhi Decoction group were better than those of the donepezil group(P<0.01).Conclusion Ditan Yizhi Decoction can improve the learning and memory ability and the morphology of neurons in vascular dementia rats.The mechanism may related to increasing the expression and phosphorylation of FAM134B protein,thereby promoting endoplasmic reticulum autophagy.
6.Self monitoring of blood glucose combined with digital diabetes management to improve clinical relevant indicators in type 2 diabetes
Jun YANG ; Qiuwen ZHU ; Ling WANG ; Yanni WU ; Xia QI ; Mengfei JIANG ; Xiaoyong YAN ; Hongyun MIAO
Chongqing Medicine 2024;53(1):79-83,88
Objective To compare the influence between self-monitoring of blood gluocose(SMBG)combined with digital diabetes management and traditional management mode on the related clinical indexes in the patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM).Methods A total of 100 patients with T2DM treated in the endocrinology and metabolism outpatient department of this hospital from January 2022 to June 2022 and meeting the inclusion criteria of this study were successively included.They were divided into the experimental group and control group.The experimental group was managed by SMBG combined with digital diabetes man-agement mode,while the control group adopted the traditional management mode,the outpatient clinic follow up once a month.After 6 months of follow-up,fasting blood glucose,glycosylated hemoglobin(HbA1c),low density lipoprotein cholesterol(LDL-C)and urinary microalbumin/creatinine ratio(UACR)were compared between the two groups.Results The FBG,HbA1c,LDL-C,and UACR of the experimental group decreased after intervention when compared with baseline.Compared with the control group,the FBG[8.7(7.7,9.2)mmol/L vs.10.8(8.8,12.7)mmol/L,Z=-4.660,P<0.001],HbA1c[6.3%(5.3,7.8)%vs.8.5%(7.2,10.0)%,Z=-5.130,P<0.001],LDL-C[2.6(1.8,3.1)mmol/L vs.3.3(2.6,4.0)mmol/L,Z=-4.112,P<0.001],UACR[16.1(3.5,46.5)mg/g vs.58.4(11.9,108.0)mg/g,Z=-2.220,P=0.026]for patients in the expriemental group after intervention were significantly decreased.Conclusion SMBG combined with digital diabetes management model can significantly improve the clinical indicators of patients.
7.The outcome of down-regulation+hormone replacement cycle endometrial preparation regimen in frozen-thawed embryo transfer in advanced age women
Xiaoyan WANG ; Chenxi YANG ; Yan ZHAO ; Yanni A
Chongqing Medicine 2024;53(2):251-256
Objective To analyze the effects of down-regulation+hormone replacement therapy(HRT)endometrial preparation regimen on the pregnancy outcomes of advanced age women(≥35 years old)undergoing frozen-thawed embryo transfer.Methods The clinical data of 329 patients with frozen-thawed em-bryo transfer in this hospital from June 2020 to June 2022 were analyzed retrospectively.Among them,149 pa-tients receiving gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogue(GnRHa)down-regulation+HRT endometrial preparation were included in the group A,and the other 180 patients with HRT endometrial preparation were included in the group B.The basic situation,endometrial transformation day situation and clinical outcome were compared between the two groups.The group A and group B were further divided into the two sub-groups according to age:group A1(35-<40 years old,n=101),group A2(≥40 years old,n=48),group B1(35-<40 years old,n=99)and group B2(≥40 years old,n=81).The effects of two endometrial prepara-tion regimens were compared among the different age groups.Results There were no significant differences in the age,infertility years,BMI,anti-Mullerian hormone level,as well as basal hormones levels such as estra-diol,progesterone,follicle-stimulating hormone,luteinizing hormone(LH),prolactin and testosterone between the two groups(P>0.05).The levels of estradiol and LH on the endometrial transformation day in the group A were significantly lower than those in the group B(P<0.05),the endometrial thickness,proportion of the patients with endometrial thickness ≥8 mm and proportion of the patients with type Ⅲ blood intima in the group A were significantly higher than those in the group B(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the number of transplanted embryos and the number of transplanted excellent embryos between the two groups(P>0.05).The clinical pregnancy rate and embryo implantation rate in the group A were significantly higher than those in the group B(46.31%vs.35.56%;33.33%vs.25.18%,P<0.05),and there was no significant difference in the early miscarriage rate between the two groups(P>0.05).The further subgroup analysis showed that the clinical pregnancy rate and embryoimplantation rate in the group A2 were significant-ly higher than those in the group B2(35.42%vs.18.52%;21.43%vs.12.40%,P<0.05),while there was no significant difference between the group A1 and group B1(P>0.05).Conclusion The advanced age pa-tients undergoing frozen-thawed embryo transfer could select GnRHa down-regulation+HRT regimen to a-chieve better pregnancy outcomes,especially for those age ≥40 years old.
8.Relationship between the continuity of ellipsoid zone and best corrected visu-al acuity in patients with idiopathic epiretinal membrane
Xiaobo ZHU ; Yanni YAN ; Qian WANG ; Jingyan YANG ; Jinqiong ZHOU ; Wenbin WEI
Recent Advances in Ophthalmology 2024;44(1):35-38
Objective To investigate the relationship between the central foveal thickness(CFT),ellipsoid zone(EZ)interruption ratio and best corrected visual acuity(BCVA)in patients with idiopathic epiretinal membranes(iERM).Methods A retrospective case-control study was conducted.The cluster sampling method was used to select 336 iERM patients(500 eyes)who underwent physical examinations in 9 community hospitals of the Kailuan Group from 2014 to 2018.Among them,215 were male(64.0%)and 121 were female(36.0%),with an average age of 31-89(66.4±8.8)years.According to the gass classification,these patients were divided into three groups:gass 0 group(201 patients,305 eyes),gass 1 group(75 patients,101 eyes),and gass 2 group(60 patients,94 eyes).Pearson correlation analysis was used to evaluate the correlation between BCVA(converted to logMAR visual acuity)and gass classification,EZ interruption ratio,CFT.Results The average BCVA(logMAR)and CFT of 500 eyes were 0.45±0.28 and(337.6±101.8)μm,re-spectively,with EZ interruption in 86 eyes(17.2%).There were statistically significant differences in BCVA(logMAR)(0.62±0.29,0.48±0.23,0.26±0.32),CFT[(283.20±79.30)μm,(335.50±84.50)μm,(394.00±135.60)μm],and EZ interruption ratio(2.6%,20.8%,60.6%)among gass 0,gass 1 and gass 2 groups(all P<0.05).Pearson correlation analysis showed that there was no correlation between age and BCVA among different groups(r2=0.021,P=0.314);BCVA was positively correlated with CFT(r2=0.531,P=0.000),EZ interruption ratio(r2=0.304,P=0.000),and gass classification(r2=0.587,P=0.000).Conclusion The EZ interruption may occur in the early stage of iERM.BCVA is correlated with CFT,EZ interruption ratio and gass classification;the incidence of EZ interruption in gass 2 iERM signifi-cantly increases.
9.Expert Consensus on Clinical Diseases Responding Specifically to Traditional Chinese Medicine: Pulmonary Nodules
Mingwei YU ; Huairui ZHANG ; Xinghan ZHANG ; Xiao LI ; Rengui WANG ; Zhiqiang LONG ; Zhen WANG ; Bo PANG ; Jianwei HUO ; Wei CHEN ; Yong ZHU ; Baoli LIU ; Yanni LOU ; Ganlin ZHANG ; Jiayun NIAN ; Mei MO ; Xiaoxiao ZHANG ; Guowang YANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(6):238-245
In recent years, the incidence of pulmonary nodules has kept rising. To give full play to the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in the treatment of pulmonary nodules and identify the breakthrough points of integrating TCM with Western medicine, the China Association of Chinese Medicine organized medical experts in TCM and western medicine to carry out in-depth discussion regarding this disease. The discussion encompassed the modern medical advances, TCM theories of etiology and pathogenesis, the role and advantages of TCM in the whole course management of pulmonary nodules, contents and methods of research on pulmonary nodules, and science popularization work, aiming to provide a reference for clinical practice and scientific research. After discussion, the experts concluded that the occurrence of pulmonary nodules was rooted in the deficiency of the lung and spleen and triggered by phlegm dampness, blood stasis, and Qi stagnation. TCM can treat pulmonary nodules by controlling and reducing nodules, improving physical constitution, ameliorating multi-system nodular diseases, reducing anxiety and avoiding excessive diagnosis and treatment, and serving as an alternative for patients who are unwilling or unfit for surgical treatment. At present, the optimal diagnosis and treatment strategy for pulmonary nodules has not been formed, which needs to be further studied from multiple perspectives such as clinical epidemiology, biology, and evidence-based medicine. The primary task of current research is to find out the advantages, effective prescriptions, and target populations and determine the effective outcomes of TCM in the treatment of pulmonary nodules. At the same time, basic research should be carried out to explore the etiology and biological behaviors of pulmonary nodules. The expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary nodules with integrated TCM and Western medicine needs to be continuously revised to guide clinicians to conduct standardized, scientific, and accurate effective diagnosis and treatment.
10.Study on Quality Evaluation of Didang Qigui Decoction by HPLC Fingerprint Combined with Multi-component Content Determination
Yijia GUO ; Du CHENG ; Xiao ZHANG ; Liyan LEI ; Yanni LIANG ; Zheng WANG ; Jingfeng YANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;31(3):132-137
Objective To establish an HPLC fingerprint of Dingdang Qigui Decoction and analyze and evaluate it using chemical pattern recognition technology;To determine the contents of 5 effective chemical components in Dingdang Qigui Decoction;To provide a basis for its quality control.Methods The analysis was performed on Agilent 5 TC-C18(2)column(250 mm×4.6 mm).The mobile phase comprised of acetonitrile-0.1%phosphoric acid aqueous solution with the gradient elution at a flow rate of 1.0 mL/min.The detection wavelength was set at 260 nm.The column temperature was maintained at 30℃and the injection volume was 10 μL.SPSS 26.0 and SIMCA 14.1 were used to perform clustering analysis and principal component analysis on the 10 batches of Didang Qigui Decoction.The landmark components for inter batch differences were selected through orthogonal partial least squares discriminant analysis(OPLS-DA).Results The HPLC fingerprint with eighteen common peaks of Didang Qigui Decoction in 10 batches of sample was established,and the similarities of samples were between 0.828 and 0.989.Five indicative components were identified and quantitatively analyzed by comparing with the reference substances,which were paeoniflorin,mauroisoflavone glucoside,hesperidin,cinnamaldehyde and aloe rhodopsin.The linear ranges was 10.000 0-320.000 0 μg/mL,2.500 0-80.000 0 μg/mL,10.000 0-320.000 0 μg/mL,10.000 0-320.000 0 μg/mL,0.078 1-5.000 0 μg/mL,respectively,and their mean recovery ranged from 100.30%to 104.09%.Clustering analysis and principal component analysis divided 10 batches of samples from Didang Qigui Decoction into 2 categories.Through OPLS-DA screening,hairy pistil isoflavone glycosides,paeoniflorin,and hesperidin were selected as landmark components for quality differences.Conclusion The quality evaluation method for Didang Qigui Decoction established in this study is simple,sensitive,accurate,and reproducible,which can provide a basis for the quality evaluation of Didang Qigui Decoction.


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