1.Research Tackling Paradigm and Technological Layout Strategies Based on Erectile Dysfunction, A Clinical Dominant Disease of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Qi ZHAO ; Yun CHEN ; Baoxing LIU ; Xuejun SHANG ; Fei SUN ; Xiaozhi ZHAO ; Zhigang WU ; Chao SUN ; Peihai ZHANG ; Wanjun CHENG ; Xing ZHOU ; Zhan QIN ; Yufeng PAN ; Weiwei TAO ; Jianhuai CHEN ; Mei MO ; Xiaoxiao ZHANG ; Xing ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(7):291-299
To thoroughly implement the strategic deployment outlined in the Opinions of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council on Promoting the Inheritance and Innovative Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine regarding research on dominant diseases of traditional Chinese medicine and to uphold the development philosophy of equal emphasis on traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine,the China Association of Chinese Medicine has fully played a leading academic role by systematically organizing and conducting a series of academic youth salons on clinical dominant diseases of traditional Chinese medicine. On September 13,2024,the 36th Youth Salon on Clinical Dominant Diseases was successfully held in Nanjing,focusing on the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine and the integrative traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). The conference brought together leading experts from traditional Chinese medicine,western medicine,and interdisciplinary fields,facilitating in-depth multidisciplinary discussions that led to key consensus on optimizing traditional Chinese medicine treatment protocols for ED,researching and developing new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine,and advancing interdisciplinary development in traditional Chinese medicine. This salon systematically sorted out the clinical strengths and distinctive features of traditional Chinese medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of ED. Based on current research foundations and clinical needs,it identified key directions for future scientific layout and scientific research tackling: (1) Standardization of syndrome differentiation system of traditional Chinese medicine for ED. (2) Optimization and standardization of intervention methods of integrated traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine. (3) High-quality clinical research guided by evidence-based medicine. (4) In-depth analysis of the pharmacological mechanisms of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of ED. (5) Clinical translation and application promotion of new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine. (6) Interdisciplinary integration and innovation in traditional Chinese medicine. For each research direction,key focus areas,expected objectives,and clinical value were further refined,along with the establishment of a scientifically sound priority funding level evaluation system. Therefore,building on the series of salons on the ED-focused dominant diseases of traditional Chinese medicine,this paper provides standardized guidance for clinical practice of traditional Chinese medicine in ED management,effectively contributing to the high-quality development of traditional Chinese medicine. It serves as a valuable reference for national scientific and technological strategic layout, research and development decision-making in new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine,research topic planning,and clinical guideline formulation.
2.Morphological differences in the psoas major muscle and influencing factors for pain severity in patients with different types of lumbar disc herniation: an analysis based on quantitative computed tomography
Hongjie WANG ; Zhigang CHEN ; Pengfei GUO ; Qinghua ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2026;35(2):235-239
Objective To analyze the difference of psoas major muscle morphology and pain degree in patients with different types of lumbar disc herniation ( LDH ) by quantitative CT, and to further explore the relationship between psoas major muscle morphology and pain degree. Methods A total of 120 patients with LDH admitted to our hospital from January to December 2025 were enrolled as study subjects. Based on clinical symptoms and lesion location, they were divided into a simple lower extremity pain group and a lumbar and leg pain group. All patients underwent lumbar CT examination. The psoas major muscle index was used as a CT quantitative parameter, which was calculated as the mean of the maximum cross-sectional areas of both psoas major muscles divided by the cross-sectional area of the L5 vertebral body. This index was measured to reflect psoas major muscle morphology. Pain severity was assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS). Differences in psoas major muscle morphology and pain severity between the two groups were compared. A Pearson correlation analysis was used to examine the relationship between the psoas major muscle index and pain severity. A linear regression model was used to analyze the independent risk factors affecting pain severity. Results There were no statistically significant differences in sex, age, or body mass index between the two groups (P>0.05). The disease duration was longer and the incidence of anxiety and depression was higher in the lumbar and leg pain group than those in the simple lower extremity pain group (P<0.05). Compared with the simple lower extremity pain group, the lumbar and leg pain group showed lower psoas major muscle index [(0.53 ± 0.05) vs. (0.61 ± 0.07)] and higher VAS score [(4.67 ± 1.10) vs. (3.02 ± 0.89)], and the differences were statistically significant (P<0.05). Pearson correlation analysis revealed a negative correlation between the psoas major muscle index and the VAS score (r=−0.288, P<0.05). Linear regression model analysis indicated that the independent risk factors affecting the VAS score were age, disease duration, LDH type, and the psoas major muscle index. Conclusion Compared with LDH patients with simple lower extremity pain, those with lumbar and leg pain demonstrate a longer disease duration, a higher incidence of anxiety and depression, and a higher severity of psoas major muscle atrophy and pain. The severity of pain is associated with not only advanced age and prolonged disease duration but also the LDH type and psoas major muscle atrophy.
3.Morphological differences in the psoas major muscle and influencing factors for pain severity in patients with different types of lumbar disc herniation: an analysis based on quantitative computed tomography
Hongjie WANG ; Zhigang CHEN ; Pengfei GUO ; Qinghua ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2026;35(2):235-239
Objective To analyze the difference of psoas major muscle morphology and pain degree in patients with different types of lumbar disc herniation ( LDH ) by quantitative CT, and to further explore the relationship between psoas major muscle morphology and pain degree. Methods A total of 120 patients with LDH admitted to our hospital from January to December 2025 were enrolled as study subjects. Based on clinical symptoms and lesion location, they were divided into a simple lower extremity pain group and a lumbar and leg pain group. All patients underwent lumbar CT examination. The psoas major muscle index was used as a CT quantitative parameter, which was calculated as the mean of the maximum cross-sectional areas of both psoas major muscles divided by the cross-sectional area of the L5 vertebral body. This index was measured to reflect psoas major muscle morphology. Pain severity was assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS). Differences in psoas major muscle morphology and pain severity between the two groups were compared. A Pearson correlation analysis was used to examine the relationship between the psoas major muscle index and pain severity. A linear regression model was used to analyze the independent risk factors affecting pain severity. Results There were no statistically significant differences in sex, age, or body mass index between the two groups (P>0.05). The disease duration was longer and the incidence of anxiety and depression was higher in the lumbar and leg pain group than those in the simple lower extremity pain group (P<0.05). Compared with the simple lower extremity pain group, the lumbar and leg pain group showed lower psoas major muscle index [(0.53 ± 0.05) vs. (0.61 ± 0.07)] and higher VAS score [(4.67 ± 1.10) vs. (3.02 ± 0.89)], and the differences were statistically significant (P<0.05). Pearson correlation analysis revealed a negative correlation between the psoas major muscle index and the VAS score (r=−0.288, P<0.05). Linear regression model analysis indicated that the independent risk factors affecting the VAS score were age, disease duration, LDH type, and the psoas major muscle index. Conclusion Compared with LDH patients with simple lower extremity pain, those with lumbar and leg pain demonstrate a longer disease duration, a higher incidence of anxiety and depression, and a higher severity of psoas major muscle atrophy and pain. The severity of pain is associated with not only advanced age and prolonged disease duration but also the LDH type and psoas major muscle atrophy.
4.Morphological differences in the psoas major muscle and influencing factors for pain severity in patients with different types of lumbar disc herniation: an analysis based on quantitative computed tomography
Hongjie WANG ; Zhigang CHEN ; Pengfei GUO ; Qinghua ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2026;35(2):235-239
Objective To analyze the difference of psoas major muscle morphology and pain degree in patients with different types of lumbar disc herniation ( LDH ) by quantitative CT, and to further explore the relationship between psoas major muscle morphology and pain degree. Methods A total of 120 patients with LDH admitted to our hospital from January to December 2025 were enrolled as study subjects. Based on clinical symptoms and lesion location, they were divided into a simple lower extremity pain group and a lumbar and leg pain group. All patients underwent lumbar CT examination. The psoas major muscle index was used as a CT quantitative parameter, which was calculated as the mean of the maximum cross-sectional areas of both psoas major muscles divided by the cross-sectional area of the L5 vertebral body. This index was measured to reflect psoas major muscle morphology. Pain severity was assessed using the visual analogue scale (VAS). Differences in psoas major muscle morphology and pain severity between the two groups were compared. A Pearson correlation analysis was used to examine the relationship between the psoas major muscle index and pain severity. A linear regression model was used to analyze the independent risk factors affecting pain severity. Results There were no statistically significant differences in sex, age, or body mass index between the two groups (P>0.05). The disease duration was longer and the incidence of anxiety and depression was higher in the lumbar and leg pain group than those in the simple lower extremity pain group (P<0.05). Compared with the simple lower extremity pain group, the lumbar and leg pain group showed lower psoas major muscle index [(0.53 ± 0.05) vs. (0.61 ± 0.07)] and higher VAS score [(4.67 ± 1.10) vs. (3.02 ± 0.89)], and the differences were statistically significant (P<0.05). Pearson correlation analysis revealed a negative correlation between the psoas major muscle index and the VAS score (r=−0.288, P<0.05). Linear regression model analysis indicated that the independent risk factors affecting the VAS score were age, disease duration, LDH type, and the psoas major muscle index. Conclusion Compared with LDH patients with simple lower extremity pain, those with lumbar and leg pain demonstrate a longer disease duration, a higher incidence of anxiety and depression, and a higher severity of psoas major muscle atrophy and pain. The severity of pain is associated with not only advanced age and prolonged disease duration but also the LDH type and psoas major muscle atrophy.
5.Chinese expert consensus on the application of jejunal interposition for esophageal reconstruction in complex esophageal cancer surgery (2026 edition)
Wenshu CHEN ; Lilan ZHAO ; Zhaoxian LIN ; Debin OU ; Zhigang LI ; Chengchu ZHU ; Longqi CHEN ; Shuoyan LIU ; Xiangnan LI ; Chao CHENG ; Ni ZHANG ; Songping XIE ; Xufeng GUO ; Xu LI ; Xinyu MEI ; Xuefeng LENG ; Jianqun MA ; Zhijun HUANG ; Guojun GENG ; Lin ZHANG ; Hongyan WANG ; Yi ZHANG ; Weijie WANG ; Jiangbo LIN ; Jinbiao XIE ; Jun GUAN ; Rongqi HE ; Xing LIN ; Xiuhua TU ; Yong LI ; Lijie TAN ; Xiaojie PAN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(10):1527-1543
Objective Jejunal interposition is an important option for restoring gastrointestinal continuity in patients with complex esophageal cancer in whom the stomach is unavailable for reconstruction due to previous gastrectomy, tumor involvement, failed gastric conduit, or other constraints. Although the jejunum offers a caliber similar to the esophagus, a rich blood supply, and preserved peristaltic function, anatomical variations in mesenteric length and vascular arcades render long-segment and high-level reconstruction susceptible to excessive tension, mesenteric torsion, venous congestion, and inadequate distal perfusion. This consensus aims to provide standardized recommendations for the application of jejunal interposition in this specific patient population. Methods This consensus was developed in accordance with the WHO Handbook for Guideline Development and Chinese national guideline development standards, with reference to the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research & Evaluation Ⅱ(AGREE Ⅱ), Reporting Items for Practice Guidelines in Healthcare (RIGHT), and Scientific, Transparent and Applicable Rankings (STAR) checklists. The project was registered on the international practice guidelines registry platform (PREPARE-2026CN1384). The working group systematically searched Chinese and English evidence addressing 12 clinical questions. Evidence was graded using the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (OCEBM) 2009 system, with structured appraisal of risk of bias, inconsistency, indirectness, and imprecision. Recommendations were formulated through two rounds of Delphi surveys and a face-to-face consensus meeting, with an agreement threshold of ≥75%. Results The consensus generated 12 recommendations covering indications, selection between jejunum and colon, preoperative assessment, surgical approach and reconstruction route, pedicled jejunal interposition (PJI), supercharged pedicled jejunal interposition (SPJ), indocyanine green (ICG) perfusion assessment, perioperative nutrition, management of anastomotic leakage, long-term follow-up, and special treatment scenarios. Given that the available direct evidence is predominantly derived from single-center retrospective cohorts and case series, recommendations extrapolated from general esophagectomy or other gastrointestinal surgical evidence are deliberately phrased with caution. Conclusion Jejunal interposition is a safe and effective approach for digestive tract reconstruction in patients with complex esophageal cancer in whom the stomach is unavailable. This consensus emphasizes that clinical decision-making should be individualized based on the patient's prior treatment history, reconstruction height, vascular anatomy, technical availability, and institutional experience in the Chinese context.
6.Progress on orbital Langerhans cell histiocytosis
Chenxin ZHOU ; Yunze ZHAO ; Tianyou WANG ; Zhigang LI ; Rui ZHANG
International Journal of Pediatrics 2025;52(5):289-294
Langerhans cell histiocytosis(LCH)is an inflammatory myeloid neoplasm characterized by aberrant differentiation or proliferation of mononuclear phagocytes. Orbital involvement,termed orbital LCH(OLCH),typically presents with periorbital masses,eyelid edema,and localized osteolytic lesions. Besides,optic nerve involvement may cause diplopia,visual impairment and so on,significantly impairing quality of life. Central nervous system-Langerhans cell histiocytosis(CNS-LCH),including central diabetes insipidus and neurodegeneration,may cause irreversible sequelae such as diabetes insipidus,progressive tremor,and ataxia,severely impacting prognosis. Current management of OLCH and its association with CNS-LCH remain controversial.The Histiocyte Society considers OLCH to be one of the risk factors for CNS-LCH,and therefore should receive 6 months of systemic chemotherapy to prevent sequelae. However,conflicting evidence suggests an unclear relationship between OLCH and CNS-LCH progression,with studies demonstrating favorable outcomes in isolated orbital cases treated through localized approaches(surgical excision,curettage,or intralesional corticosteroid injection).Patients with unifocal OLCH exhibit favorable prognosis and potential for spontaneous resolution,and may could spare from systemic chemotherapy to avoid related adverse effects.
7.Analysis of influencing factors of severe influenza B virus pneumonia complicated with invasive pulmonary aspergillosis
Zhigang ZHAO ; Hui LIU ; Hongmei LIU
Tianjin Medical Journal 2025;53(7):736-740
Objective To investigate the clinical characteristics and risk factors of severe influenza B viral pneumonia complicated with invasive pulmonary aspergillosis.Methods Forty-six patients with severe influenza B virus pneumonia were collected and divided into the invasive pulmonary aspergillosis(IPA)group(17 cases)and the control group(29 cases)based on whether they were complicated with IPA.The clinical manifestations,laboratory indicators,chest CT imaging findings,bronchoscopic manifestations,broncho alveolar lavage fluid(BALF)culture and metagenomic next-generation sequencing results were compared between the two group.Treatment conditions and final treatment outcomes were also compared between the two groups.Univariate and multivariate Logistic regression analyses were conducted to explore risk factors of severe influenza B virus pneumonia complicated with IPA.Results After treatment,a total of 6 patients died(35.30%),all of whom were in the invasive pulmonary aspergillosis group.In both groups,the symptoms of dyspnea,cough,expectoration and chest pain were more severe,and systemic symptoms such as fatigue,fever and muscle pain were also quite obvious.There were no significant differences in clinical symptoms,combined bacterial infection and hormone use between the two groups.Compared with the control group,white blood cell count,neutrophil count,blood GM test and BALF GM test were higher in the combined group.The proportion of patients with nodules and patchy shadows on imaging and the proportion of patients showing pseudomembrane manifestations under bronchoscopy were higher(P<0.05).Univariate Logistic regression analysis showed that white blood cell count,GM in BALF,nodules and patchy shadows in lung imaging and pseudomembrane manifestations under bronchoscopy were influencing factors for severe influenza B virus pneumonia combined with invasive pulmonary aspergillosis(P<0.05).Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that GM≥1 in BALF and pseudomembrane manifestations under bronchoscopy were risk factors for severe influenza B virus pneumonia combined with invasive pulmonary aspergillosis(P<0.05).Conclusion When GM test level of BALF in patients with severe influenza B virus pneumonia is≥1 and pseudomembrane manifestations are seen under bronchoscopy,the possibility of combined invasive pulmonary aspergillus infection should be highly vigilant.
8.Analysis of the Mortality Trend of Malignant Tumors and Early Death and Life Reduction of Lanzhou Residents from 2014 to 2022
Sheng LI ; Yurui ZHAO ; Zhigang HUANG
Chinese Journal of Health Statistics 2025;42(2):214-219
Objective To analyze the mortality trend of malignant tumors and the early death and life reduction levels of residents in Lanzhou from 2014 to 2022,so as to provide a basis for the prevention and control of malignant tumors.Methods The mortality data of malignant tumors of residents in Lanzhou from 2014 to 2022 were collected,and the crude mortality rate,standardized mortality rate,early death probability,potential life loss years(PYLL),life reduction rate(PYLLR)and annual percentage of change(APC)were used to analyze the mortality trend of malignant tumors and early death and life reduction.Results From 2014 to 2022,the cumulative number of deaths from malignant tumors in Lanzhou residents was 21192,with an average crude mortality rate of 62.74/100000 and an annual standardized mortality rate of 55.30/100000.The mortality rate of malignant tumors in the three age groups of 0~14 years,15~64 years old and≥65 years old showed that the mortality rate was higher with the older age,and the mortality rate increased sharply in the≥65-year-old population,and the mortality rate of each age group showed a decreasing trend year by year,and it was statistically significant(P<0.05).The top 7 were lung cancer,gastric cancer,liver cancer,colorectal cancer,pancreatic cancer,esophageal cancer and breast cancer,except for breast cancer,the crude mortality rate of other diseases was higher in men than in women,and the difference in crude mortality between men and women was statistically significant(all P<0.01).From 2014 to 2022,the probability of early death of malignant tumors among residents aged 30~69 in Lanzhou was 2.94%,and its APC was -8.04%(P<0.05).From 2014 to 2022,the probability of premature death caused by lung cancer,gastric cancer,colorectal cancer,esophageal cancer and breast cancer among residents aged 30~69 in Lanzhou showed a downward trend,and the APCs were - 6.22%,-15.94%,-4.56%,-16.99%and -12.54%(P<0.05).The analysis of early death and life loss showed that the PYLL caused by malignant tumors accumulated 234141 person-years,of which 128727 person-years were male and 105413 person-years were female.The APC of PYLL was -5.92%(P<0.05).PYLLR was 6.97‰,7.47‰ for men and 6.45‰ for women.The APC of PYLLR was -6.71%(P<0.05).The trends of PYLL and PYLLR in men and women were statistically significant(P<0.05).Conclusion From 2014 to 2022,the probability of early death and disease burden of malignant tumors in Lanzhou showed a downward trend year by year.Lung cancer,gastric cancer,liver cancer and colorectal cancer are the main malignant tumors in Lanzhou City,which should be prevented and treated with priority,and the screening and detection of malignant tumors in the elderly population should be strengthened to reduce the burden of malignant tumors.
9.Research Progress of Colitis Microenvironment-Responsive Polymer Drug Delivery System in the Treatment of Colitis
Zhigang WEI ; Yuhong LIN ; Jingan WANG ; Shangen XU ; Kai ZHAO
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(4):603-610
As common drug delivery materials,polymers possess the advantages of a simple preparation method,adjustable chemical structure,and excellent biocompatibility.They are widely used in the responsive drug delivery for various diseases,especially in drug delivery of colon diseases.Utilizing the adjustable characteristics of polymers,drug delivery systems based on pH response,microbial enzyme response,reactive oxygen species response,and bio-adhesion have been constructed,showing excellent efficacy in the treatment of colitis.This article reviews the research progress of polymer-based targeted drug delivery systems in the treatment of colitis and discusses its research and application prospects.
10.Comparative Study on the Quality of Robotic and Manual Dispensing in Intravenous Admixture Service
Shoupeng WU ; Zhendong NIU ; Siting XIAO ; Lin WANG ; Yanbin SI ; Zhigang ZHAO
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(4):668-672
Objective To compare the quality of liquids dispensed by intelligent dispensing robot and traditional manual in PIVAS,to ensure the safety of clinical infusion.Methods Using omeprazole and ambroxol as the main drugs and 5%glucose injection and 0.9%sodium chloride solution as the solvent,a number of quality indexes including drug residues and the number of insoluble particles were evaluated in the two modes of manual and robotic dispensing,respectively.Results Under the robot dispensing mode and manual dispensing mode,the residual amount of drugs was less than 5%,the insoluble particles were far less than the limit,the pH value was in line with the human infusion range,and the endotoxin and aseptic culture were negative results,with no statistical significance(P>0.05).Conclusions The quality of liquid dispensed under the robotic dispensing mode is guaranteed,and there is no significant difference in the quality of liquid dispensed with the traditional manual dispensing mode,which provides a reliable guarantee for the large-scale application of robotic dispensing in intravenous admixture service.

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