1.Effect and mechanism of Erastin on ferroptosis of acute myeloid leukemia cells
Xiandong Jiang ; Yingying Huang ; Xiaoying Hong ; Xindi Lin ; Donghong Lin ; Liping Lin
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2025;60(1):15-21
Objective :
To explore the role of lysophosphatidylcholine acyltransferase 3(LPCAT3) in Erastin-induced ferroptosis of acute myeloid leukemia(AML) cells and its related molecular regulatory mechanisms.
Methods :
Tetrazolium salt(MTS) method was used to detect the sensitivity of different AML cells to the classic ferroptosis inducer Erastin, real time quantitative polymerase chain reaction(qPCR) was used to detect the basal expression level ofLPCAT3mRNA, and the correlation between them was analyzed. Lentivirus-mediatedLPCAT3overexpression AML cell lines(OE group) and negative control lines(NC group) were constructed. After Erastin intervention, MTS, flow cytometry, and micromethods were used to detect cell viability, lipid reactive oxygen species(ROS), and Malondialdehyde(MDA), respectively. qPCR and Western blot were used to detect unfolded protein response(UPR) classic pathway signaling molecules(PERK, ATF4, GRP78, etc.) expression levels. The above ferroptosis-related indicators were detected after combined intervention with the UPR inhibitor 4-phenylbutyric acid(4-PBA), and the regulatory relationship was analyzed.
Results :
Four different types of AML cells had different sensitivities to ferroptosis, among which K562 cells were relatively insensitive. The IC50of the four types of AML cells to Erastin was negatively correlated with the expression level ofLPCAT3(r=-0.919,P<0.001). After Erastin intervention, the cell viability of K562 cells in the OE group was significantly inhibited by Erastin compared with the NC group(P<0.001), and the levels of lipid ROS and MDA increased(P<0.001). The results of qPCR and Western blot showed that, compared with the NC group, the mRNA and protein expression of UPR classic pathway moleculesPERK,ATF4, andGRP78mRNA and protein increased in the OE group(P<0.01). After inhibiting the UPR pathway by 4-PBA, the viability of K562 cells decreased(P<0.01), and lipid ROS and MDA levels increased(P<0.01) compared with the uninhibited state.
Conclusion
Overexpression ofLPCAT3can promote ferroptosis in K562 cells, and this process is negatively regulated by the classical UPR pathway PERK/ATF.
2.Trends in incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in Nantong City from 2013 to 2022
CHEN Mingrui ; LIN Ling ; CHU Chu ; HUANG Jie ; HAN Yarong ; CAI Bo ; HAN Yingying
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2025;37(10):1039-1044
Objective:
To investigate trends in incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in Nantong City, Jiangsu Province from 2013 to 2022.
Methods:
Data on incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer from 2013 to 2022 in Nantong City were collected through the Nantong City cancer registry. The crude incidence, crude mortality, average age at onset, and average age at death of colorectal cancer were calculated. Chinese population-standardized incidence, Chinese population-standardized mortality, Chinese population-standardized average age at onset and Chinese population-standardized average age at death were calculated using the age structure of the standard population from the Fifth National Population Census in 2000. Trends in incidence and mortality of lung cancer from 2013 to 2022 were evaluated using average annual percent change (AAPC). Trends in the Chinese population-standardized average age at onset and Chinese population-standardized average age at death of lung cancer from 2013 to 2022 were evaluated using the linear regression model.
Results:
From 2013 to 2022, the crude incidence and Chinese population-standardized incidence of colorectal cancer in Nantong City increased from 33.63/105 and 16.05/105 to 53.82/105 and 19.62/105, respectively, showing upward trends (AAPC=5.665% and 2.467%, both P<0.05). The crude mortality increased from 15.99/105 in 2013 to 25.65/105 in 2022, also showing an upward trend (AAPC=5.514%, P<0.05), while no statistically significant trend was found in the Chinese population-standardized mortality (P>0.05). The Chinese population-standardized incidence of colorectal cancer showed upward trends in both males and females (AAPC=2.666% and 1.790%, both P<0.05). The Chinese population-standardized mortality showed an upward trend in males (AAPC=1.966%, P<0.05), but no statistically significant trend was found in females (P>0.05). The crude incidence of colorectal cancer in the groups aged 40-<50 years, 50-<60 years, 60-<70 years, 70-<80 years, and ≥80 years showed upward trends (AAPC=4.045%, 2.833%, 2.300%, 1.948%, and 1.775%, all P<0.05), and the crude mortality in the group aged ≥80 years showed an upward trend (AAPC=3.240%, P<0.05). The average age at onset of colorectal cancer increased at an annual average of 0.156 years (P<0.05), while the trend in the Chinese population-standardized average age at onset was not statistically significant (P>0.05). The average age at death and the Chinese population-standardized average age at death increased at an annual average of 0.325 and 0.153 years, respectively (both P<0.05).
Conclusions
From 2013 to 2022, both the crude incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in Nantong City showed upward trends. Males and individuals aged ≥40 years faced a higher risk of both incidence and mortality. It is recommended to implement comprehensive prevention and control measures targeting these high-risk populations to reduce the burden of colorectal cancer.
3.IFN-β inhibits proliferation and promotes apoptosis of AML cells by STAT1-induced SARI
Yanfeng LIN ; Xiaoying HONG ; Yingying HUANG ; Xiaohua WANG ; Wei WU ; Donghong LIN ; Yan XUE
Chinese Journal of Immunology 2024;40(6):1137-1141
Objective:To investigate effect of SARI expression induced by IFN-β on proliferation and apoptosis of acute myelo-blastic leukemia(AML)cells,and to explore its potential regulatory molecules.Methods:qPCR and Western blot were used to screen AML cells with low SARI expression as experimental cell lines.AML cells were treated with different concentrations of IFN-β,and expression of SARI was detected by qPCR and Western blot at different time to select appropriate concentration and time of IFN-β.RNA-Seq transcriptome sequencing and KEGG enrichment analysis were used to preliminarily screen potential regulatory molecules of IFN-β-induced SARI expression in AML cells.AML cells were treated with corresponding molecular inhibitors combined with IFN-β,cell proliferation was detected by MTS assay,and apoptosis was detected by flow cytometry.To clear this molecule was involved in IFN-β-induced SARI expression on AML cell proliferation and apoptosis.Results:SARI expression in HL60 and NB4 cells were rela-tively decreased,so they were selected as experimental cell lines.After treatment with 1 ng/ml IFN-β for 12 h,SARI expression in AML cells was increased,cell proliferation was inhibited and apoptosis were increased.STAT1 was screened as a potential regulatory mole-cule for IFN-β-induced SARI expression.After inhibiting STAT1,effects of IFN-β on SARI expression,proliferation inhibition and apop-tosis promotion of AML cells were reversed significantly.Conclusion:IFN-β can promote SARI expression in AML cells by STAT1,in-hibit cell proliferation and promote apoptosis.
4.Meta-synthesis of qualitative research on the psychological experience of non-suicidal self-injury in adolescents
Yuwei WU ; Yingying FAN ; Chaofeng LI ; Yi HUANG ; Xianglin KONG ; Dan CHEN
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(26):3557-3565
Objective:To systematically integrate qualitative research on the psychological experience of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) in adolescents.Methods:A comprehensive literature search was conducted in databases including China National Knowledge Infrastructure, WanFang data, VIP, China Biology Medicine disc, PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane Library for qualitative studies on the psychological experience of NSSI in adolescents and the search period covered the inception of the databases until June 27, 2023. The methodological quality of the included studies was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Checklist for Qualitative Research (2016 edition). The results were integrated using the Meta-synthesis method.Results:A total of 15 studies were included, comprising ten phenomenological studies, one descriptive qualitative study, one mixed-method study, one narrative study, one exploratory study, and one grounded theory study. Thirty-one findings were extracted and synthesized into ten categories, resulting in three main themes: triggers of adolescent NSSI, NSSI as a coping strategy, and the internal conflict and struggle of adolescents engaging in NSSI.Conclusions:Adolescents engaging in NSSI experience complex psychological and sensory responses. Healthcare professionals should closely monitor adolescents' emotional changes, enhance psychological assessments, and guide them in coping with negative emotions effectively to improve their physical and mental health.
5.Security of newborn fathers and its related factors
Chaofeng LI ; Hengxu WANG ; Dan CHEN ; Yingying FAN ; Changyi ZHU ; Yi HUANG ; Yuwei WU
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2024;38(10):923-928
Objective:To understand the security status of newborn fathers and analyze its related factors.Methods:A total of 256 fathers(aged 22-49 years old)of newborns born within 1 week were select-ed.They were assessed with the self-designed general information questionnaire,Parents'Postnatal Sense of Securi-ty(father version),Emotional Inhibition Scale,and Marriage Satisfaction Subscale of Enrich Marital Inventory.Results:The average score of security was(36.0±4.4).Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the security scores were positively correlated with residence area(β=0.35),education level(β=0.25),preterm birth(β=0.11)and the marital satisfaction scores(β=0.25);and were negatively associated with daily crying time(β=-0.28)and the EIS scores(β=-0.18).Conclusion:The sense of security of postpartum fathers is moderate,and it is associated with residence area,education level,preterm birth,marital satisfaction,daily crying time and emotional inhibition.
6.Evidence summary for prevention and management of extravasation in peripheral intravenous infusion in NICU neonates
Fuying TAO ; Qinchuan SHI ; Panpan ZHANG ; Ruyi CAI ; Qian XU ; Jia'nan JIANG ; Dong-Ying FU ; Xiaoyan HUANG ; Yingying TIAN
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(8):996-1004
Objective To systematically search,evaluate and summarize the best evidence for prevention and management of extravasation in peripheral intravenous infusion in NICU neonates,and provide a reference for clinical practice and standard formulation.Methods A comprehensive systematic search of websites and databases was conducted to explore literature on prevention and management of extravasation in NICU neonates,including clinical decisions,guidelines,expert consensuses,evidence summaries and systematic reviews.The search encompassed the entire period from database inception to July 2023.2 researchers independently evaluated the quality of the literature,extracted and integrated the evidence.Results The study included a total of 9 articles,comprising 1 clinical decision,3 guidelines,3 expert consensus documents,and 2 evidence summaries.Ultimately,25 pieces of evidence were synthesized,covering risk factors,catheter indwelling and maintenance,extravasation assessment and treatment,and team building,education and training.Conclusion The evidence provided practical and specific recommendations that can guide healthcare institutions in formulating strategies to prevent and treat extravasation during peripheral intravenous infusion in NICU neonates,while also offering evidence-based guidance for applying the evidence in clinical practice.
7.Research on a model of risk perception of venous thromboembolism in pregnant women
Haoxin LIU ; Lili HUANG ; Xiaohua CUI ; Fuying TAO ; Man ZHOU ; Panpan ZHANG ; Yingying TIAN
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2024;59(18):2229-2237
Objective To construct a theoretical model of venous thromboembolism(VTE)risk perception in pregnant women,so as to provide a scientific basis for promoting pregnant women to form a correct risk perception of VTE and actively take preventive behaviors.Methods A qualitative research approach guided by the procedural grounded theoiy was adopted.Data were collected by a semi-structured deep interview on 18 pregnant women who received prenatal examination in the outpatient department of a tertiary A obstetrics and gynecology hospital in Nanjing from June to July 2023,and the data were analyzed by three-level coding and continuous comparison method.Results The VTE risk perception of pregnant women was affected by 6 factors including social coupling system,self health status,life behavior habits,knowledge on disease,compliance behavior and emotional stimulation.Pregnant women perceived VTE risk from 3 aspects:threats to maternal and child safety,increased family economic burden and increased time cost,impact on social roles.Thus,3 health behavior decisions were formed,including taking preventive behaviors,overcoming implementation barriers,and seeking knowledge behaviors,in order to reduce their own risk of VTE,and prevent the occurrence of VTE.Conclusion The theoretical model of VTE risk perception of pregnant women can guide medical staff to comprehensively consider the influencing factors of VTE risk perception of pregnant women,optimize the form and content of VTE health education,give pregnant women individualized and sustainable VTE prevention guidance,and strengthen pregnant women's perception of VTE risk and the benefits of preventive behavior,so as to actively take the correct health behavior decisions.
8.Clinical distribution and drug resistance analysis of carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa from 2018 to 2022
China Modern Doctor 2024;62(16):70-73
Objective The clinical distribution characteristics and drug resistance of carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa(CRPA)were analyzed to provide reference for clinical anti-infection treatment.Methods The data of hospitalized patients with Pseudomonas aeruginosa(PA)cultured and isolated from Enze Hospital,Taizhou Enze Medical Center(Group)from January 2018 to December 2022 were retrospectively analyzed,and the clinical departments,specimen types,patient ages and sensitivity to commonly used antibiotics for CRPA strains were statistically analyzed.Results A total of 1660 strains of PA were collected,of which 314 strains(18.92%)were CRPA.The detection rate of CRPA strains was the highest in 2018.The detection departments were mainly intensive medicine,respiratory and critical care medicine.The specimen types were mainly sputum.The age of patients was mainly between 61-80 years old.According to the drug sensitivity,there were small fluctuations in the resistance rates of CRPA strains to common antibacterial drugs.The resistance rate of piperacillin was lower than 40%,while the resistance rate of ticarcillin/clavulanate was consistently higher than 50%.The resistance rates of aminoglycosides and piperacillin/tazobactam were lower than 15%.Conclusion From 2018 to 2022,the detection rate of CRPA strains decreased first and then increased.The resistance rate of piperacillin/tazobactam was lower than 15%in past 5 years,so it can be preferred for clinical empirical treatment.
9.Analyses on clinical characteristics and related factors of treatment outcomes in patients with nontuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease
Qiuju ZHOU ; Xiaofen HUANG ; Yingying CAI
China Modern Doctor 2024;62(21):16-20
Objective By analyzing the clinical characteristics and related factors of treatment outcomes in patients with nontuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease(NTM-PD)in Taizhou,this study provided reference for the management,diagnosis and treatment of NTM-PD.Methods Clinical characteristics of 167 patients with NTM-PD isolated in Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province from January 2016 to December 2021 were retrospectively analyzed.The differences in clinical characteristics were compared between cured group and failed group of 83 cases with Mycobacterium avium complex pulmonary disease(MAC-PD).Results MAC-PD was the most common species among the 167 cases of NTM-PD,accounting for 94.6%,88 patients were treated.The cure rate was 47.7%.Compared with cured group,the patients in failed group had statistical differences in body mass index(BMI)≤ 18.5kg/m2,acid-fast bacilli smear-positive,combined with previous pulmonary tuberculosis,imaging with fibrous-cavernous type and unstandardized medication(P<0.05).Conclusion MAC-PD is the most common among NTM-PD patients in Taizhou.BMI ≤ 18.5kg/m2,acid-fast bacilli smear-positive,combined with previous pulmonary tuberculosis,imaging with fibrous-cavernous type and unstandardized medication of MAC-PD were more difficult to treat.
10.Study on diffuse cystic lung disease based on deep learning
Jia XIANG ; Qiantong CHEN ; Yingxin LU ; Sijie ZHENG ; Junjie HUANG ; Yingying CHEN ; Suidan HUANG ; Huai CHEN
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2024;40(19):2747-2754
Objective To develop deep learning-based auxiliary diagnostic models for diverse pulmonary diffuse cystic diseases,and subsequently evaluate their classification performance to identify the optimal model for clinical diagnosis.Methods A total of 288 patients diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis(IPF),pulmonary lymphangioleiomyomatosis(PLAM),and pulmonary Langerhans cell histiocytosis(PLCH)were prospectively enrolled from the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University between January 2010 and October 2022,comprising 76 cases of IPF,179 cases of PLAM,and 33 cases of PLCH.A total of 877 CT cases were collected,comprising 232 cases of IPF,557 cases of PLAM,and 88 cases of pulmonary PLCH.Based on the cutoff date of December 31,2019,the CT scans were divided into two datasets:dataset A consisted of 500 CT scans including 185 IPF cases,265 PLAM cases,and 50 PLCH cases;while dataset B comprised 377 CT scans with a distribution of 47 IPFcases,292 PLAMcases,and 38 PLCH cases.The Dataset A was randomly partitioned into training set,validation set,and test set in a ratio of 7∶1∶2.Subsequently,six distinct deep learning neural networks were employed for training after preprocessing and data augmentation.Receiver operating characteristic curves were generated to assess the model performance using metrics such as area under the curve(AUC),accuracy,sensitivity,specificity,and F1 score in order to identify the optimal model.Furthermore,a test set B comprising 30 randomly selected cases from dataset B for each disease type was utilized to evaluate the trained optimal model by employing the same aforementioned metrics.Results In test A,six well-established diagnostic models demonstrated superior classification performance for IPF and LAM,with an AUC greater than 0.9.For LCH,EfficientNet exhibited low classification efficiency with an AUC between 0.6 and 0.7,while Vgg11 showed an AUC between 0.8 and 0.9;the other four models displayed excellent classification efficiency with an AUC greater than 0.9.Except for Inception V3,the remaining five diagnostic models performed poorly in identifying and classifying LCH lesions.Considering multiple indicators,the InceptionV3 model showcased optimal comprehensive performance among the six models,achieving high evaluation parameters such as overall accuracy(94.90%),precision(93.49%),recall(90.84%),and specificity(96.91%).TestB was conducted using the trained InceptionV3 model resulting in an accuracy of 81%,precision of 82%,recall of 81%,and specificity of 90%.Conclusions Six recognition and classification models,developed using deep learning technology in conjunction with pulmonary CT images,demonstrate effective discrimination between LAM,LCH,and IPF.Notably,the model constructed utilizing the InceptionV3 neural network exhibits superior efficiency in accurately recognizing and classifying IPF and LAM.


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