1.Current Status and Prospects of Research on the Potential Neurobiological Mechanisms of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Tobacco Dependence
Shumin CHEN ; Jin CHANG ; Chaoren TAN ; Hao ZHU ; Jinsheng YANG ; Zhao LIU ; Yingying WANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;66(4):421-426
This paper comprehensively discusses on the potential neurobiological mechanisms of acupuncture in the treatment of tobacco dependence, focusing on three important aspects, including acupuncture's regulation of tobacco dependence behavior, effects of acupuncture on withdrawal syndrome, and the role of acupuncture in preventing relapse. It is found that acupuncture can inhibit drug-seeking behavior by regulating the reward pathway and related neurons, such as dopamine, thus modulating tobacco dependence behavior. It also alleviates withdrawal symptoms by improving the oral environment of smokers and reducing negative emotions after quitting. Furthermore, acupuncture can prevent relapse by decreasing brain network activity related to smoking cravings and improving cognitive brain functions like addiction memory. Currently, research on the specific neurobiological mechanism of acupuncture in treating tobacco dependence and the involved neural circuits is limited. Future research directions are proposed, including the evaluation of clinical effects, exploration of specific therapeutic mechanisms, investigation of brain pathology, and strengthening the exploration of brain functions. Additionally, combining modern technologies to clarify the neural circuits involved in acupuncture intervention will provide a basis for acupuncture treatment of tobacco addiction.
2.Exercise experience of overweight or obese pregnant women during pregnancy: a Meta-synthesis of qualitative research
Yiyun YANG ; Yingying ZHANG ; Yiting WANG ; Congshan PU ; Chunjian SHAN ; Xiaona YAN ; Jin HE ; Lijie QU
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(1):56-62
Objective:To systematically evaluate and integrate the exercise experience of overweight or obese pregnant women during pregnancy, in order to provide basis for the formulation of standardized exercise programs for this population.Methods:We searched databases including PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, CINAHL, Embase, Ovid, PsycINFO, Chinese Biomedical Literature Database, VIP, Wanfang and China National Knowledge Infrastructure, from their inception to August 16, 2023, to collect qualitative studies on the exercise experience of overweight or obese pregnant women during pregnancy. The quality of included studies was evaluated according to Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tool for qualitative studies in Australia. The results were integrated by integrating methods.Results:A total of 11 studies were included. Sixty-one complete findings were grouped according to similarities to form 9 new categories. These categories resulted in 3 synthesized findings. Pregnant women with overweight or obesity were affected by promoting and hindering factors; careful balance of exercise risk and benefit for overweight or obese pregnant women during pregnancy; expectations and needs of overweight or obese pregnant women for exercise during pregnancy.Conclusions:Overweight or obese pregnant women highly rated the benefits and importance of exercise, but their participation and adherence to exercise is challenging. Medical staff should pay attention to the exercise experience of overweight or obese pregnant women during pregnancy, understand the driving factors and obstacles of exercise for overweight or obese pregnant women, in order to provide standardized and personalized exercise guidance programs for overweight or obese pregnant women.
3.Effects of Kir2.1 channels with inward rectification on hypokalemia-in-duced abnormal pacemaker activities of cardiomyocytes
Jinxian XIANG ; Jinhua LÜ ; Yangxin JIANG ; Jin ZENG ; Li LIU ; Yingying ZHANG ; Zheng LIU ; Xiaobin WANG ; Dongchuan ZUO
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2025;41(6):1207-1211
AIM:To investigate the impact of Kir2.1 channels on abnormal spontaneous pacemaker activities induced by hypokalemia and to elucidate the underlying mechanisms.METHODS:Human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived cardiomyocytes(hiPSC-CMs)were transfected with lentiviral particles containing sequences for human Kir2.1,the Kir2.1-E224G mutant,or Kir4.1.Patch clamp techniques were employed to examine the effects of low extracellular potassium concentration([K+]e)of 1 mmol/L on the resting membrane potentials and whole-cell currents of the cells in each group,assessed via both current and voltage clamp modes.RESULTS:Under conditions of 1 mmol/L[K+]e,cur-rent clamp data revealed that hiPSC-CMs overexpressing Kir2.1 channels exhibited both hyperpolarized and depolarized resting membrane potentials,with the depolarized state triggering abnormal pacemaker activities.In contrast,cells overex-pressing the Kir2.1-E224G mutant or Kir4.1 channels displayed only hyperpolarized resting membrane potentials.Voltage clamp analysis indicated that hiPSC-CMs overexpressing Kir2.1 channels produced"N"-shaped whole-cell currents,whereas cells expressing the Kir2.1-E224G mutant or Kir4.1 exhibited typical K+currents.CONCLUSION:Kir2.1 channels play a crucial role in mediating hypokalemia-induced abnormal spontaneous pacemaker activities in human car-diomyocytes through their inward rectification properties.
4.Health examination results of soldiers stationed on a certain island and disease prevention and treatment
Li SUN ; Yingying ZHANG ; Yun ZHOU ; Meng TANG ; Dayuan XU ; Yu MA ; Yuanchang XIONG ; Jin LU
Journal of Navy Medicine 2025;46(5):446-449
Objective To analyze the results of health examination of soldiers stationed on an island,and to explore the health condition of the soldiers and main influencing factors,so as to provide scientific basis for further prevention and intervention.Methods The health examination reports of 507 soldiers stationed on an island were collected and analyzed.These soldiers were stratified according to age and body mass index.Priority diseases and abnormal results were analyzed.Results More than 40 kinds of abnormal results were detected,and the top 5 were sinus bradycardia,fatty liver,high uric acid,high blood pressure,and ametropia.There were significant differences in the detection rates of fatty liver,high cholesterol and kidney stone among all age groups(P<0.05).There were significant differences in the detection rates of fatty liver,high uric acid,high blood pressure and gallbladder polyps among soldiers with different BMI(P<0.05).Conclusion Metabolic diseases have become the main health problems in soldiers stationed on islands.Health care should be intensified,and health management targeting risk factors should be implemented to effectively reduce the prevalence rate and enhance combat capabilities.
5.Correlation between net ultrafiltration intensity of continuous renal replacement therapy and survival prognosis in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury
Youli TANG ; Lu JIN ; Peiyun LI ; Fang WANG ; Yingying YANG ; Ling ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Nephrology 2025;41(9):651-659
Objective:To explore the correlation between the intensity of net ultrafiltration in continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) and the survival prognosis in critically ill patients with acute kidney injury (AKI), and provide evidence-based references for establishing optimal net ultrafiltration target during CRRT.Methods:This was a retrospective observational study. Demographic and clinical data of critically ill AKI patients who received CRRT in the Intensive Care Unit of West China Hospital, Sichuan University from May 2021 to September 2023 were collected. Net ultrafiltration was defined as the hourly fluid clearance volume in the 72 hours prior of CRRT. This variable was converted into a categorical variable, including low net ultrafiltration <1.01 ml·kg -1·h -1, moderate net ultrafiltration 1.01-1.38 ml·kg -1·h -1 and high net ultrafiltration >1.38 ml·kg -1·h -1, and the differences of baseline characteristics and clinical treatment conditions among the three groups were compared. Kaplan-Meier survival curve and log-rank test were used to compare the survival conditions among the three groups in patients at 28 days and 60 days after CRRT. Logistic regression analysis method was used to analyze the related factors of mortality in patients 28 days and 60 days after CRRT. Results:This study included a total of 661 critically ill AKI patients who underwent CRRT for more than 72 hours. The age was 56.00 (43.00, 68.00) years, and 488 patients (73.83%) were males. The net ultrafiltration rate was 1.36 (0.94, 1.89) ml·kg -1·h -1. Among them, 188 patients (28.44%) were in the low net ultrafiltration group, 152 patients (23.00%) were in the medium net ultrafiltration group, and 321 patients (48.56%) were in the high net ultrafiltration group. There were statistically significant differences among the three groups in terms of gender distribution ( χ2=17.81, P<0.001), body mass index ( H=32.37, P<0.001), urine volume 24 hours before admission ( H=9.41, P=0.009), fluid overload ( H=6.02, P=0.049), platelets ( H=13.49, P=0.001), pro-B type natriuretic peptide ( H=14.18, P<0.001), serum creatinine ( H=9.66, P=0.008), lactate ( H=9.83, P=0.007), AKI stage distribution ( χ2=15.51, P=0.004), admission indication ( P<0.001), total CRRT duration ( H=8.45, P=0.015), ultrafiltration ( H=456.10, P<0.001), net ultrafiltration ( H=561.20, P<0.001), and vasoactive-inotropic score at 72 hours of CRRT treatment ( H=10.42, P=0.005). Kaplan-Meier survival analysis showed that there were statistically significant differences in the 28-day (Log-rank test, χ2=10.89, P=0.004) and 60-day (Log-rank test, χ2=8.55, P=0.014) survival rates among the three groups in patients after CRRT. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed age ( OR=1.03, 95% CI 1.02-1.04, P<0.001), mean arterial pressure ( OR=0.98, 95% CI 0.97-1.00, P=0.011), bilirubin ( OR=3.02,95% CI 1.39-5.59, P=0.006), 72-hour vasoactive-inotropic score ( OR=1.01, 95% CI 1.00-1.02, P=0.004), low net ultrafiltration group (medium net ultrafiltration group as a reference, OR=1.66, 95% CI 1.02-2.72, P=0.042), and high net ultrafiltration group (medium net ultrafiltration group as a reference, OR=1.78, 95% CI 1.14-2.78, P=0.011) were independent correlated factors of 28-day mortality after CRRT. Age ( OR=1.02,95% CI 1.01-1.04, P<0.001), mean arterial pressure ( OR=0.98,95% CI 0.97-1.00, P=0.016), fluid overload ( OR=1.10, 95% CI 1.02-1.19, P=0.012), bilirubin ( OR=4.96,95% CI 1.00-17.80, P=0.013), 72-hour vasoactive-inotropic score ( OR=1.02,95% CI 1.01-1.03, P=0.003), and high net ultrafiltration group (medium net ultrafiltration group as a reference, OR=1.91,95% CI 1.22-3.00, P=0.005) were independent correlated factors of 60-day mortality after CRRT. Conclusions:During the first 72 hours of CRRT, net ultrafiltration > 1.38 ml·kg -1·h -1 and net ultrafiltration < 1.01 ml·kg -1·h -1 are associated with a higher mortality rate at 28 days or 60 days after CRRT. Net ultrafiltration of 1.01-1.38 ml·kg -1·h -1 may be a relatively safe range.
6.Analysis on the Essence-Marrow Differentiation and Treatment of Wei-Qi-Ying-Blood Syndrome Differentiation
Yingying SONG ; Jin YANG ; Hai GUO ; Yanliang ZHANG ; Jiening GONG
Journal of Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;41(1):38-45
This paper explores the possibility of improving syndrome differentiation system of weifen,qifen,yingfen and xuefen.Clinical manifestations of xuefen syndrome in warm diseases are diverse with complex pathogenesis.Based on the previous re-search of the research group and the theories of essence and marrow,combined with characteristics of bleeding,organ failure,abnormal consciousness,and spasms in the extreme and late stages of warm diseases,it is suggested that the traditional xuefen syndrome should be further subdivided into xuefen syndrome mainly characterized by disorders in blood generation,circulation,and function,jingfen syndrome mainly characterized by organ failure,and suifen syndrome mainly characterized by symptoms of consciousness and nervous system abnormalities.Adopting six stage differentiation and treatment of weifen,qifen,yingfen,xuefen,jingfen and suifen not only ex-pands the progressive pattern of warm disease pathogenesis,deepens the understanding of the pathogenesis essence of each stage in warm diseases,especially the extreme and late stages,promotes the precision of treatment guides and prescriptions,but also helps us understand the common transformation and evolution laws of external and internal diseases,and thus improves the diagnosis and treat-ment effectiveness.
7.Traditional Chinese Medicine Treats Colorectal Cancer by Regulating PI3K/Akt/mTOR Signaling Pathway: A Review
Yingying SUN ; Pan ZHENG ; Jin DING
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(21):271-281
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a prevalent malignant tumor of the digestive tract, with a high incidence and high mortality. The majority of patients are diagnosed at the middle or advanced stage, which severely influences and threatens their physical health. Current treatment modalities such as surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy often encounter challenges including metastasis, recurrence, and drug resistance. The phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt)/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway serves as a classical regulator that regulates physiological processes such as cell cycle, autophagy, apoptosis, and proliferation. Overexpression of this pathway is observed in various tumors. In the context of CRC, the activation of this pathway can facilitate the proliferation, invasion, and migration, inhibit the autophagy and apoptosis, promote the epithelial-mesenchymal transition of CRC cells, enhance angiogenesis within the tumor, and contribute to chemotherapy resistance and radiation resistance in CRC. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment can exert an anti-CRC effect by inhibiting this pathway, thereby improving clinical efficacy and safety. This article retrieves relevant research literature published domestically and internationally regarding the regulation of the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway by TCM in the treatment of CRC and conducts detailed classification and summary. The active components of TCM include glycosides, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, polyphenols, and naphthoquinones. The volatile oils and extracts of TCM include Angelicae Sinensis Radix volatile oil, Astragali Radix polysaccharides, Caryophylli Flos extract, Forsythiae Fructus extract, Curcumae Longae Rhizoma extract, and Celastrus orbiculatus extract. The compound formulas of TCM include Banxia Xiexin decoction, Jianpi Qingre Huoxue formula, and Chanling Plaster. Through summary and analysis, it is discovered that the abovementioned TCM can produce effects such as blocking the cell cycle, inducing autophagy and apoptosis, inhibiting angiogenesis, suppressing proliferation and migration, and reversing chemotherapy resistance and radiotherapy resistance by inhibiting the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway in CRC cells. TCM holds promise in the research and application of targeting the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway for CRC treatment. The summary and conclusion of this article aim to provide references for subsequent research and the development of new drugs.
8.Traditional Chinese Medicine Treats Colorectal Cancer by Regulating PI3K/Akt/mTOR Signaling Pathway: A Review
Yingying SUN ; Pan ZHENG ; Jin DING
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(21):271-281
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a prevalent malignant tumor of the digestive tract, with a high incidence and high mortality. The majority of patients are diagnosed at the middle or advanced stage, which severely influences and threatens their physical health. Current treatment modalities such as surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy often encounter challenges including metastasis, recurrence, and drug resistance. The phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt)/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway serves as a classical regulator that regulates physiological processes such as cell cycle, autophagy, apoptosis, and proliferation. Overexpression of this pathway is observed in various tumors. In the context of CRC, the activation of this pathway can facilitate the proliferation, invasion, and migration, inhibit the autophagy and apoptosis, promote the epithelial-mesenchymal transition of CRC cells, enhance angiogenesis within the tumor, and contribute to chemotherapy resistance and radiation resistance in CRC. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment can exert an anti-CRC effect by inhibiting this pathway, thereby improving clinical efficacy and safety. This article retrieves relevant research literature published domestically and internationally regarding the regulation of the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway by TCM in the treatment of CRC and conducts detailed classification and summary. The active components of TCM include glycosides, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, polyphenols, and naphthoquinones. The volatile oils and extracts of TCM include Angelicae Sinensis Radix volatile oil, Astragali Radix polysaccharides, Caryophylli Flos extract, Forsythiae Fructus extract, Curcumae Longae Rhizoma extract, and Celastrus orbiculatus extract. The compound formulas of TCM include Banxia Xiexin decoction, Jianpi Qingre Huoxue formula, and Chanling Plaster. Through summary and analysis, it is discovered that the abovementioned TCM can produce effects such as blocking the cell cycle, inducing autophagy and apoptosis, inhibiting angiogenesis, suppressing proliferation and migration, and reversing chemotherapy resistance and radiotherapy resistance by inhibiting the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway in CRC cells. TCM holds promise in the research and application of targeting the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway for CRC treatment. The summary and conclusion of this article aim to provide references for subsequent research and the development of new drugs.
9.Redefining multiple myeloma treatment: Advances, challenges, and future directions in immunotherapy.
Chengcheng FU ; Yingying ZHAI ; Lingzhi YAN ; Song JIN ; Jingjing SHANG ; Xiaolan SHI ; Depei WU
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(19):2399-2410
Multiple myeloma (MM) is a hematological malignancy that poses significant treatment challenges due to its heterogeneity and propensity for relapse and progression. In the last two decades, the therapeutic landscape of MM has changed dramatically, but the disease remains largely incurable, with many patients facing treatment resistance. This review evaluates the current status of MM treatments, emphasizing the limitations of traditional therapies and the emerging role of immunotherapy in improving patient outcomes. It highlights the importance of achieving and maintaining minimal residual disease negativity and a balanced immune response as key treatment goals. Furthermore, it discusses the advancements in immunotherapies that are improving the prospects for patients, particularly those with relapsed or refractory disease. Innovative strategies, such as chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, bispecific antibodies, and bispecific T cell engagers, have shown significant promise by targeting the malignant cells and the bone marrow microenvironment, which are essential for disease persistence and resistance to therapy. Future research should focus on refining MM treatment strategies, including the integration of immunotherapy into earlier treatment lines and the development of predictive biomarkers for personalized treatment approaches, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.
10.Elevated postprandial blood glucose alone is an influencing factor for macrosomia in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus
Chinese Journal of Diabetes 2025;33(4):269-272
Objective To explore the influencing factors for macrosomia in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus(GDM)who had isolated elevated postprandial blood glucose.Methods A total of 1188 GDM pregnant women with isolated elevated postprandial blood glucose who underwent regular prenatal examination and gave birth at the First People's Hospital of Kunshan City were enrolled in this study from January 2019 to December 2021.The age,pre-pregnancy body mass index(BMI),weight gain during pregnancy,times of pregnancy,times of delivery,fasting plasma glucose(FPG)during first trimester,glycosylated hemoglobin A1c(HbA1c)during first trimester,results of oral glucose tolerance test(OGTT),area under the curve(AUC)of OGTT time-blood glucose curve in the second trimester and neonatal birth weight were analyzed in all the participants.All the newborns were divided into macrosomia group(n=167)and non-macrosomia group(n=1021)according to the birth weight.Logistic analysis was conducted to investigate the influencing factors for macrosomia delivery in GDM pregnant women with isolated elevated postprandial blood glucose.Results The pregnancy weight gain,1,2 hPG,OGTT time blood glucose AUC,OGTT abnormal incidence,and multiparous women rate were higher in macrosomia group than in non-macrosomia group(P<0.05).Logistic regression analysis showed that gestational weight gain,OGTT time blood glucose AUC,and multiparous women were the influencing factors for delivery of macrosomia in GDM pregnant women with isolated elevated postprandial blood glucose.Conclusions Weight gain during pregnancy,AUC of OGTT time-blood glucose curve and pregnant women are the risk factors for predicting macrosomia in GDM pregnant women with isolated elevated postprandial blood glucose.

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