1.Tanyu Tongzhi Youhua Prescription Regulates cGAS/STING Signaling Pathway to Inhibit Inflammation and Ameliorate No-reflow Phenomenon in Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury
Sijia WU ; Yingying LI ; Haonan WU ; Xiang LI ; Lingfeng ZHOU ; Huamin ZHANG ; Danli TANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(8):99-107
ObjectiveThis paper aims to investigate the protective effects of the Tanyu Tongzhi Youhua prescription(TYTZP) against myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats via regulation of the cyclic GMP-AMP synthase (cGAS)/stimulator of interferon genes (STING) signaling pathway. MethodsFifty-six 8-week-old male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomly divided into sham group, model group, ticagrelor group (32.4 mg·kg-1), RU320521 (RU.521cGAS inhibitors) group (5 mL·kg-1), groups of TYTZP with low dose (3.6 g·kg-1), medium dose (7.2 g·kg-1), and high dose (14.4 g·kg-1), with eight rats per group. The ticagrelor group and groups of TYTZP with different doses received pre-treatment for seven days according to their respective protocols. The RU.521 group received an intraperitoneal injection one hour before modeling. A rat model of the no-reflow phenomenon in myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury was established by ligating the left anterior descending coronary artery in situ. Myocardial no-reflow area was determined by thioflavin staining. Histopathological morphology of myocardial tissue was observed via hematoxylin and eosin (HE) staining. Cardiac function was detected by echocardiography. Myocardial microcirculation function change was observed by using real-time myocardial contrast echocardiography. The myocardial enzyme levels in the serum were measured by serum biochemical analysis. The double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) levels were detected by using PicoGreen. The protein expression of cGAS, STING, and nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) p65 in myocardial tissue was detected by Western blot. The levels of cardiac troponin Ⅰ (cTNⅠ), cardiac troponin T (cTNT), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) in the peripheral blood were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). ResultsCompared with the sham group, the model group showed a significantly increased myocardial no-reflow area (P<0.01). Myocardial fiber rupture and disarray and inflammatory cell infiltration were observed by HE staining. The ultrasound results indicated that left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and left ventricular fractional shortening (LVFS) (P<0.01) were significantly decreased. Real-time myocardial contrast echocardiography showed that the peak time of myocardial blood perfusion was significantly prolonged (P<0.01), and the levels of creatine kinase (CK), creatine kinase isoenzyme (CK-MB), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), cTNⅠ, cTNT, and dsDNA were significantly elevated (P<0.01). Western blot results showed that the myocardial protein expressions of cGAS, STING, and NF-κB p65 were upregulated (P<0.01). ELISA results showed that the inflammatory factors in the serum such as IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α were increased (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the group of the TYTZP significantly reduced the levels of myocardial enzyme, troponins, and dsDNA (P<0.01, P<0.05), improved cardiac function and myocardial microcirculation, alleviated histopathological morphology and inflammatory infiltration, inhibited activation of the cGAS/STING pathway, reduced the expression of NF-κB p65 (P<0.01, P<0.05), and inhibited inflammatory response. ConclusionThe TYTZP mitigates the no-reflow phenomenon in myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury, and its mechanism is associated with inhibiting the activation of the cGAS/STING pathway and attenuating inflammatory responses.
2.Tanyu Tongzhi Youhua Prescription Regulates cGAS/STING Signaling Pathway to Inhibit Inflammation and Ameliorate No-reflow Phenomenon in Myocardial Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury
Sijia WU ; Yingying LI ; Haonan WU ; Xiang LI ; Lingfeng ZHOU ; Huamin ZHANG ; Danli TANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(8):99-107
ObjectiveThis paper aims to investigate the protective effects of the Tanyu Tongzhi Youhua prescription(TYTZP) against myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats via regulation of the cyclic GMP-AMP synthase (cGAS)/stimulator of interferon genes (STING) signaling pathway. MethodsFifty-six 8-week-old male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomly divided into sham group, model group, ticagrelor group (32.4 mg·kg-1), RU320521 (RU.521cGAS inhibitors) group (5 mL·kg-1), groups of TYTZP with low dose (3.6 g·kg-1), medium dose (7.2 g·kg-1), and high dose (14.4 g·kg-1), with eight rats per group. The ticagrelor group and groups of TYTZP with different doses received pre-treatment for seven days according to their respective protocols. The RU.521 group received an intraperitoneal injection one hour before modeling. A rat model of the no-reflow phenomenon in myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury was established by ligating the left anterior descending coronary artery in situ. Myocardial no-reflow area was determined by thioflavin staining. Histopathological morphology of myocardial tissue was observed via hematoxylin and eosin (HE) staining. Cardiac function was detected by echocardiography. Myocardial microcirculation function change was observed by using real-time myocardial contrast echocardiography. The myocardial enzyme levels in the serum were measured by serum biochemical analysis. The double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) levels were detected by using PicoGreen. The protein expression of cGAS, STING, and nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) p65 in myocardial tissue was detected by Western blot. The levels of cardiac troponin Ⅰ (cTNⅠ), cardiac troponin T (cTNT), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) in the peripheral blood were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). ResultsCompared with the sham group, the model group showed a significantly increased myocardial no-reflow area (P<0.01). Myocardial fiber rupture and disarray and inflammatory cell infiltration were observed by HE staining. The ultrasound results indicated that left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and left ventricular fractional shortening (LVFS) (P<0.01) were significantly decreased. Real-time myocardial contrast echocardiography showed that the peak time of myocardial blood perfusion was significantly prolonged (P<0.01), and the levels of creatine kinase (CK), creatine kinase isoenzyme (CK-MB), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), cTNⅠ, cTNT, and dsDNA were significantly elevated (P<0.01). Western blot results showed that the myocardial protein expressions of cGAS, STING, and NF-κB p65 were upregulated (P<0.01). ELISA results showed that the inflammatory factors in the serum such as IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α were increased (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the group of the TYTZP significantly reduced the levels of myocardial enzyme, troponins, and dsDNA (P<0.01, P<0.05), improved cardiac function and myocardial microcirculation, alleviated histopathological morphology and inflammatory infiltration, inhibited activation of the cGAS/STING pathway, reduced the expression of NF-κB p65 (P<0.01, P<0.05), and inhibited inflammatory response. ConclusionThe TYTZP mitigates the no-reflow phenomenon in myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury, and its mechanism is associated with inhibiting the activation of the cGAS/STING pathway and attenuating inflammatory responses.
3.Effect and Mechanism of Modified Sini San on Improving Intestinal Mucosal Barrier of Chronic Stress Rats via Regulating Short-chain Fatty Acid Metabolism and Inhibiting HMGB1/RAGE Signaling Pathway
Youlan KE ; Yingying YUE ; Zicheng WANG ; Yaoxue SHANG ; Xian ZHOU ; Yu CHEN ; Songlin LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(9):31-41
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect and mechanism of modified Sini San in ameliorating intestinal mucosal barrier by observing its effects on short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and high mobility group protein B1 (HMGB1)/receptor of advanced glycation end products (RAGE) signaling pathways in chronic stress rats. MethodsThe 50 male SD rats were randomly divided into control group,model group,low-dose modified Sini San group (7.34 g·kg-1·d-1),high-dose modified Sini San group (14.68 g·kg-1·d-1),and Fructo-oligosaccharides group (3.15 g·kg-1·d-1),with 10 rats in each group. Except for the control group,all other groups were subjected to chronic unpredictable stress/social isolation to create a chronic stress model for 6 weeks. After 4 weeks of modeling,each treatment group was given corresponding drugs by gavage for 2 weeks while modeling. The control group and model group were given the same volume of physiological saline. The effects of Modified Sini San on behaviors,body weight,Bristol score in feces and fecal moisture content in chronic stress rats were observed. Hematoxylin and eosin (HE) staining was used to observe the pathological changes in the cecum. The content of SCFAs in the cecal contents of rats were detected by Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Immunohistochemistry and Western blot were used to detect the expression of HMGB1/RAGE pathway related proteins in cecal tissue. The levels of ZO-1,Occludin,and Claudin-1 in the cecal tissue were detected by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). ResultsCompared with the model group,the sucrose preference rate,total distance traveled and the number of grid crossings in the open field test of rats in the low-dose modified Sini San group were obviously increased (P<0.05, P<0.01),and the immobility time in the open field test and the immobility time in the forced swimming test of rats in the low-dose and high-dose modified Sini San groups were obviously reduced (P<0.05, P<0.01). Meanwhile,the Bristol score and fecal moisture content of rats in the low and high dose groups of modified Sini San were obviously increased (P<0.05). The low-dose group of modified Sini San had intact mucosal layer structure in the cecal tissue and reduced infiltration of inflammatory cells. The content of SCFAs in the cecal contents increased,with a obviously increase in the content of acetic acid,propionic acid,butyric acid,and isovaleric acid (P<0.05, P<0.01) and the expression levels of HMGB1,RAGE,Toll-like receptor 2(TLR2),Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4),tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α),and nuclear factor kappa-B p65(NF-κB p65) proteins in cecal tissue were significantly decreased (P<0.05, P<0.01) in low-dose group of modified Sini San. Meanwhile,the contents of ZO-1,Occludin,and Claudin-1 in the cecal tissue were obviously increased (P<0.01) in low-dose group of modified Sini San. ConclusionModified Sini San can improve the function of intestinal mucosal barrier in chronic stress rats by increasing the content of SCFAs in the intestine and inhibiting the HMGB1/RAGE pathway.
4.Mediating effect of self-efficacy on family health and health literacy among middle-aged and elderly patients with chronic diseases in rural areas
LI Yanbing ; ZHOU Shutong ; LI Yingying ; BI Shanlin ; LI Youwei
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2026;38(1):75-78,84
Objective :
To explore the mediating effect of self-efficacy on family health and health literacy among middle-aged and elderly chronic diseases patients in rural areas, so as to provide a basis for developing targeted health literacy improvement strategies.
Methods:
Based on the publicly available 2021 "Survey of Chinese Residents' Psychology and Behavior" database, rural chronic diseases patients aged >45 years were selected as the study subjects. Data on demographic information, family type, and chronic diseases comorbidities were collected. The Chinese simplified Family Health Scale, General Self-Efficacy Scale, and Health Literacy Scale were used to assess family health, self-efficacy, and health literacy, respectively. Correlation analysis was employed to explore the relationships between variables, and the 4.1 Process program was used to analyze the mediating effect of self-efficacy on family health and health literacy. The Bootstrap method was applied to test the significance of the mediating effect.
Results:
A total of 449 participants were included, of whom 241 were male (53.67%) and 208 were female (46.33%). The majority (205 cases, 45.66%) were aged 60-<76 years. There were 168 cases (37.42%) with chronic disease comorbidities. The total score for family health was (37.96±6.25) points. The self-efficacy score was (27.28±5.40) points, the health literacy index was (27.72±8.08) points, and the health literacy proficiency rate was only 14.90% (67 patierts). Mediating effect analysis showed that family health could directly and positively influence health literacy, with a direct effect value of 0.090 (95%CI: 0.001-0.179). It could also indirectly and positively influence health literacy through self-efficacy, with a mediating effect value of 0.164 (95%CI: 0.099-0.234). The mediating effect accounted for 64.31% of the total effect.
Conclusion
Self-efficacy plays a positive mediating role between family health and health literacy among middle-aged and elderly chronic diseases patients in rural areas.
5.Risk factors of plastic bronchitis in children with SMPP and construction of Nomogram model
Zhenpeng GAO ; Yingying YE ; Yongping ZHANG ; Jiaxue LIU ; Weifang ZHOU
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2026;37(4):123-128
Objective To analyze the risk factors of plastic bronchitis (PB) in children with severe mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (SMPP) and construct a Nomogram model. Methods A total of 195 children with SMPP from April 2022 to April 2025 were selected and divided into the PB group and the non-PB group according to the occurrence of PB. Their clinical data were compared. Binary logistic regression was used to analyze the risk factors of PB in SMPP, and ROC was used to analyze the predictive ability of the model. The Nomogram prediction model was established using R-4.4.3 software, and the calibration curve and clinical decision curve were plotted for analysis. Results PB occurred in 66 cases (33.85%) (P < 0.05). The duration of fever, PIV, SII, D-D, LDH, and pleural effusion were independent risk factors for PB in SMPP (OR=6.997, 1.016, 1.008, 70.202, 1.025, 32.323, P < 0.05). Based on this, the PB prediction model for SMPP occurrence established had a good goodness of fit (P > 0.05), and the area under the ROC curve was 0.888 (95%CI : 0.878-0.898). The average absolute error of Bootstrap repeated sampling 1000 times was 0.021, and the model C-index was 0.889 (95%CI: 0.888-0.991). The predicted probability of the model has a good consistency with the actual probability, with good accuracy, and the Brier score is 0.035 (95%CI: 0.015-0.054). Good clinical benefits can be achieved when the threshold probability is between 0.01 and 0.99. Conclusion The Nomogram model of PB in children with SMPP constructed based on factors such as fever duration, PIV, SII, D-D, LDH, and pleural effusion has good discrimination and accuracy, and can provide a reference for the prevention of PB.
6.Clinical Efficacy of Modified Yuejuwan in Treatment of Thyroid Cysts After Microwave Ablation
Xiaojing YU ; Ying ZHOU ; Wei XING ; Guolei LI ; Yingying LOU ; Yashi WANG ; Wenmin DONG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(21):11-18
ObjectiveTo observe the clinical efficacy of modified Yuejuwan in the treatment of thyroid cysts after microwave ablation. MethodsA total of 90 patients with thyroid cysts who met the inclusion criteria and treated in the First Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University of Chinese Medicine from September 2022 to December 2023 were randomly assigned to either the control group or the observation group, with 45 patients in each group. The control group received conventional postoperative drug treatment and was followed up regularly. The observation group was additionally administrated with modified Yuejuwan for one month and followed up regularly. The alterations in volume, thyroid function parameters [thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), free triiodothyronine (FT3), and free thyroxine (FT4)], quality of life scores, and clinical efficacy were monitored and compared between the two groups. Additionally, the safety profile was appraised. ResultsAfter treatment, both the observation group and the control group showed a reduction in cyst volume (P<0.05), and the observation group exhibited a more significant reduction in cyst volume than the control group (P<0.05). After treatment, both the observation group and the control group showed a decrease in TSH level and increases in FT3 and FT4 levels (P<0.05), and the changes were more significant in the observation group (P<0.05). In addition, both groups exhibited elevations in the quality of life scores (P<0.05). Moreover, the observation group showed more increments in physiological, psychological, and social scores than the control group (P<0.05). The total response rate of the observation group was higher than that of the control group (Z=-2.516, P<0.05). The incidence of adverse reactions was similar between the two groups, with no statistically significant difference. ConclusionModified Yuejuwan is effective in the treatment of thyroid cysts after microwave ablation. It can promote the absorption of cysts, improve the thyroid function and quality of life, and has high safety.
7.Uptake of HIV-related health services among cross-border couples in Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture
Runhua YE ; Yuanyuan HAN ; Qunbo ZHOU ; Lin LI ; Yuecheng YANG ; Lifen XIANG ; Renhai TANG ; Jibao WANG ; Yingying DING ; Na HE ; Song DUAN
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2026;38(8):614-619
ObjectiveTo investigate the current status of HIV-related health service uptake among cross-border couples (Chinese husbands and Myanmar wives) in Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture (hereinafter referred to as Dehong Prefecture), and to provide evidence for optimizing HIV prevention and control strategies in border areas. MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted from September 2022 to September 2023 among 14 662 cross-border couples (Chinese husbands and Myanmar wives) in Dehong Prefecture. Data on sociodemographic characteristics, HIV/AIDS knowledge awareness, and utilization of HIV-related health services within the past year were collected. Multivariable logistic regression was used to analyze factors associated with HIV testing uptake among husbands and wives. ResultsA total of 29 324 individuals (14 662 couples) were included. The overall awareness rate of HIV/AIDS was 82.09%, with the rate among husbands significantly higher than that among wives (85.17% vs. 79.01%, P<0.001). Overall, 94.98% of participants had received at least one HIV-related health service, and the HIV testing rate in the past year was 65.52%. Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that, compared with participants married for 0‒3 years, those married for 4‒10 years and ≥11 years were more likely to have received HIV testing. The corresponding ORs were 1.344 (95%CI: 1.187‒1.521) and 1.381 (95%CI: 1.211‒1.574) among husbands, and 1.308 (95%CI: 1.155‒1.481) and 1.344 (95%CI: 1.178‒1.533) among wives, respectively. Compared with those holding a marriage certificate, those possessing a border marriage registration certificate were positively associated with HIV testing uptake, with ORs of 1.710 (95%CI: 1.575‒1.857) among husbands and 1.700 (95%CI: 1.565‒1.847) among wives. Compared with illiterate participants, those with primary school education showed lower testing rates, with ORs of 0.738 (95%CI: 0.650‒0.837) among husbands and 0.827 (95%CI: 0.766‒0.891) among wives. Additionally, a history of sexually transmitted diseases (OR=3.656, 95%CI: 1.243‒15.589) and participation in the New Rural Cooperative Medical Scheme (OR=1.51, 95%CI: 1.179‒1.935) were independently associated with higher testing rates among husbands. ConclusionThe overall utilization of HIV-related health services among cross-border couples in Dehong Prefecture is satisfactory, but significant gender disparities exist, with foreign wives showing lower rates of knowledge awareness and lower proportions obtaining such knowledge through certain channels compared with their Chinese husbands. Couples with shorter marriage duration, those with primary school education, and those not included in the border marriage registration system are vulnerable groups with lower HIV testing uptake. Future interventions should prioritize cross-border marriage families at the early stage of entry and in the newly married period. Based on the border marriage registration management system and primary healthcare networks, health education and HIV testing services targeting foreign spouses should be strengthened to improve service accessibility and equity.
8.Clinical Efficacy of Modified Yuejuwan in Treatment of Thyroid Cysts After Microwave Ablation
Xiaojing YU ; Ying ZHOU ; Wei XING ; Guolei LI ; Yingying LOU ; Yashi WANG ; Wenmin DONG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(21):11-18
ObjectiveTo observe the clinical efficacy of modified Yuejuwan in the treatment of thyroid cysts after microwave ablation. MethodsA total of 90 patients with thyroid cysts who met the inclusion criteria and treated in the First Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University of Chinese Medicine from September 2022 to December 2023 were randomly assigned to either the control group or the observation group, with 45 patients in each group. The control group received conventional postoperative drug treatment and was followed up regularly. The observation group was additionally administrated with modified Yuejuwan for one month and followed up regularly. The alterations in volume, thyroid function parameters [thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), free triiodothyronine (FT3), and free thyroxine (FT4)], quality of life scores, and clinical efficacy were monitored and compared between the two groups. Additionally, the safety profile was appraised. ResultsAfter treatment, both the observation group and the control group showed a reduction in cyst volume (P<0.05), and the observation group exhibited a more significant reduction in cyst volume than the control group (P<0.05). After treatment, both the observation group and the control group showed a decrease in TSH level and increases in FT3 and FT4 levels (P<0.05), and the changes were more significant in the observation group (P<0.05). In addition, both groups exhibited elevations in the quality of life scores (P<0.05). Moreover, the observation group showed more increments in physiological, psychological, and social scores than the control group (P<0.05). The total response rate of the observation group was higher than that of the control group (Z=-2.516, P<0.05). The incidence of adverse reactions was similar between the two groups, with no statistically significant difference. ConclusionModified Yuejuwan is effective in the treatment of thyroid cysts after microwave ablation. It can promote the absorption of cysts, improve the thyroid function and quality of life, and has high safety.
9.Discussion on Prevention and Treatment of Insomnia with"Time"Based on Theory of Time Medicine in Huangdi Neijing
Xiaoqing ZHOU ; Yingying TANG ; Jialing CHEN
Journal of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University 2025;49(9):1115-1120
[Objective]Based on the holistic view of"correspondence between nature and humans"in Huangdi Neijing,which is central to traditional Chinese time medicine theory,to explore a new diagnostic and therapeutic approach to insomnia from the perspective of"time".[Methods]By grounding in ancient and modern literature,this study elucidates the connotations of traditional Chinese time medicine and systematically reviews the temporal rhythms and derived theories related to insomnia in Huangdi Neijing,summarizing the approach to treating insomnia through time medicine.[Results]The disruption of the wake-sleep rhythm is a primary pathological mechanism of insomnia.The circadian rhythm,the four seasons rhythm,the exceeding the age rhythm and the meridians rhythm discussed in Huangdi Neijing are closely related to insomnia.They could be encapsulated into four major theories:the waxing and waning of Yin and Yang,the viscera and bowels managing time,the five movements and six climates,and the midnight-midday ebb flow theory.This study advocates a four-level strategy for insomnia,closely aligned with time medicine theory and the pathogenesis of insomnia,namely"regulating Yin and Yang""adapting to the four seasons""responding to annual Qi"and"reinforcement and elimination of Nazhi".[Conclusion]The time medicine concept in Huangdi Neijing has objectively effects in the prevention and treatment of insomnia,providing a new breakthrough and integration point for clinical diagnosis and treatment of insomnia.In clinical diagnosis and treatment of insomnia,the consideration of time rhythms should be fully integrated to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.
10.Exploration of multidisciplinary whole course management services in a hospital
Juan WU ; Yuqing XIE ; Ying TONG ; Yilin YIN ; Liangshu QIU ; Peixuan ZHOU ; Yingying PENG
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration 2025;41(6):445-448
Under the background of the Healthy China Strategy, public hospitals urgently need to break through the limitations of the traditional medical mode, build a precise and continuous medical service system to meet the growing personalized health needs of the people. In 2022, a tertiary public hospital launched a multidisciplinary whole course management service practice. By integrating multidisciplinary medical and health resources, clarifying service targets and contents, forming a whole course management service team, constructing a supporting information platform, linking full process services, creating standardized service processes, and providing patients with comprehensive, full process, professional, and accurate full cycle intervention management and care. The hospital covered diseases in stages, ensuring continuous medical for patients after leaving the hospital, improving their medical experience, and supporting the high-quality development of the hospital. As of June 2024, the hospital′s multidisciplinary whole course management services had covered 25 departments and 41 disease, and 43 management teams have been established. A total of 7 453 patients signed up for the whole course service. This practice achieved good results, could provide references for the implementation of whole course management services led by public hospitals.


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