1.Effects of KHSRP targeting JAK1/STAT3 signaling pathway on the malignant biological behavior of the adenocarcinoma of esophagogastric junction
ZHANG Haifenga ; WANG Mengyaob△ ; WANG Xiaolonga ; LIU Yangyangb ; LI Lia,b ; WEI Haitaoa
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2025;32(1):38-47
[摘 要] 目的:探讨KH型剪切调节蛋白(KHSRP)靶向调控JAK1/STAT3信号轴对食管胃结合部腺癌(AEG)细胞增殖、迁移和侵袭及移植瘤生长与肺转移的影响。方法:收集2017年1月至2018年12月间在淮河医院确诊的64例AEG组织和癌旁组织标本及临床资料,采用免疫组化法观察AEG组织和癌旁组织中KHSRP的表达水平。qPCR法检测AEG细胞OE-19、TE-7、BIC-1、FLO-1、SK-GT-4、BE-3与正常食管上皮细胞Het-1A中KHSRP的表达差异。通过慢病毒载体对KHSRP进行敲减和过表达处理,分别转染OE-19与TE-7细胞、FLO-1与SK-GT-4细胞,实验分为sh-NC组、sh-KHSRP组和Vector组、KHSRP过表达组(KHSRP组)。采用qPCR法检测敲减或过表达效率,CCK-8法、Transwell小室法分别检测敲减或过表达KHSRP对AEG细胞增殖、迁移和侵袭的影响。构建小鼠异种移植瘤和肺转移模型,观察KHSRP对移植瘤体内生长和转移的作用。WB法验证KHSRP靶向JAK/STAT信号通路。细胞拯救实验验证KHSRP是否通过调节JAK1/STAT3信号通路促进AEG细胞的恶性进程。结果:与癌旁组织相比,AEG组织中KHSRP表达水平显著增高(P < 0.05或P < 0.01)。细胞功能实验分析显示,KHSRP过表达在体外均显著促进AEG细胞增殖、迁移和侵袭(P < 0.05或P < 0.01)。动物实验结果显示,KHSRP在裸鼠体内具有促进AEG细胞移植瘤生长与肺转移的作用(P < 0.05或P < 0.01)。在敲减KHSRP后,JAK/STAT信号通路中JAK1、STAT3磷酸化水平均明显降低,过表达KHSRP后情况则均反之(P < 0.05或P < 0.01)。细胞拯救实验显示,KHSRP可以逆转敲减JAK1/STAT3对细胞增殖、迁移和侵袭的抑制作用(P < 0.05或P < 0.01)。结论:KHSRP通过激活JAK1/STAT3信号通路调控AEG细胞转移的恶性进程,KHSRP有望成为AEG临床治疗的潜在靶点。
2.Eriocitrin induces ferroptosis in esophageal cancer KYSE30 cells by inhibiting the STAT3/GPX4 pathway
JIANG Pua ; ZHANG Nab ; GAO Kuna ; JIN Jingc
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2025;32(3):281-287
[摘 要] 目的:探讨圣草次苷对食管癌KYSE30细胞增殖的影响,并基于铁死亡探讨其可能的作用机制。方法:将食管癌KYSE30细胞分为8组:对照组(常规培养)、RSL3组(用3 μmol/L铁死亡诱导剂RSL3处理)、圣草次苷组(用75 μmol/L圣草次苷处理)、圣草次苷 + Fer-1组(用5 μmol/L铁死亡抑制剂Fer-1 + 75 μmol/L圣草次苷处理)、Fer-1组(用5 μmol/L Fer-1处理)、oe-NC组(转染空白载体对照)、oe-STAT3组(转染STAT3过表达载体)、oe-STAT3 + 圣草次苷组(转染STAT3过表达载体后,用75 μmol/L圣草次苷处理)。采用CCK-8法、EdU掺入实验和克隆形成实验分别检测各组细胞的增殖能力,ELISA检测细胞内铁死亡相关指标的水平,WB法检测STAT3/GPX4通路相关蛋白的表达。构建KYSE30细胞裸鼠皮下移植瘤模型,观察圣草次苷及Fer-1对移植瘤生长的影响。结果:圣草次苷能够抑制KYSE30细胞增殖和克隆形成,增加活性氧(ROS)、丙二醛(MDA)、Fe2+水平,降低谷胱甘肽(GSH)水平(均P < 0.05),并抑制裸鼠移植瘤的生长,这些作用能够被Fer-1所逆转(P < 0.05)。STAT3过表达可消除圣草次苷对铁死亡的诱导效应及其对STAT3/GPX4通路的抑制作用(P < 0.05)。结论:圣草次苷能够通过抑制STAT3/GPX4信号通路来诱导食管癌KYSE30细胞铁死亡,从而在食管癌中发挥显著的抗肿瘤效应。
3.Indoor Particulate Matter Concentration in Households of Darkhan City
Nyamdorj J ; Bolor M ; Maralmaa E ; Yerkyebulan M ; Ser-Od Kh ; Myagmarchuluun S ; Shatar Sh ; Gantuya D ; Gregory C. Gray ; Junfeng Zhang ; Ulziimaa D ; Damdindorj B ; Khurelbaatar N ; Davaalkham D
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;85(1):25-29
Background:
A 2018 study on the global burden of disease, accidents, and risk factors reported that 1.6 million peo
ple died in 2017 due to household air pollution. Poor indoor air quality has been highlighted as a contributing factor to
respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and exacerbation of asthma and allergies. A 2019 study estimated that
long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less reduces average life
expectancy by 1.8 years, with more severe effects in highly polluted regions. Additionally, a study by Miller et al. (2007)
found that prolonged exposure to PM2.5 increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, particularly among women. Direct
measurement devices are highly effective in determining indoor PM2.5 concentrations, identifying sources of pollution,
tracking pollutant dispersion, and monitoring temporal variations. Studies suggest that direct measurement is an accurate,
cost-effective method that provides detailed data suitable for local conditions.
Aim:
To investigate the indoor air quality of houses and apartments in Darkhan city during the winter season using the
Purple Air monitoring device.
Materials and Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted with a targeted sample of 128 households in Darkhan
city. The study examined factors such as stove type, type of coal used, annual and daily coal consumption, frequency of
heating, and chimney sealing conditions. To collect data, the Purple Air monitoring device was installed in each house
hold for a month, after which it was retrieved. During retrieval, participants completed a questionnaire. The questionnaire
consisted of 55 questions across 7 pages at the time of device installation and 25 questions across 3 pages at the time of
device retrieval. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS 25.0.
Results:
A total of 128 households in Darkhan city participated in the study. The average duration of residence in the
current home was 9.5 years, with no statistically significant variation. The distribution of housing types was as follows:
traditional Mongolian gers (40.6%), houses (39.1%), and apartments (20.3%). The 24-hour average PM2.5 concentration
was highest in gers (70.9 μg/m³), followed by houses (46.8 μg/m³) and apartments (22.8 μg/m³), with a statistically significant difference (p=0.0001). PM2.5 levels were most variable in gers, followed by houses and then apartments. House
holds using central heating (apartments) had an average 24-hour PM2.5 concentration of 22.8 μg/m³, whereas households
using stoves (gers and houses) had a significantly higher concentration of 59.4 μg/m³ (p=0.0001). However, there was
no statistically significant difference between traditional and improved stoves. Among study participants, 21.4% reported
that someone in their household smoked indoors. Additionally, 86.5% regularly burned incense, candles, or herbs, while
99.2% did not use an air purifier.
Conclusion
The indoor particulate matter concentration in houses and gers in Darkhan was 59.4μг/m3. Variations in
stove types, poor chimney sealing limited space, and frequent gaps and cracks contribute to increased spread of indoor
air pollutants.
4.Effect of Huoxin pill (concentrated pill) combined with Baduanjin on prognosis after interventional operation of acute myocardial infarction complicated with heart failure
Peng WANG ; Zhengyan ZHANG ; Zonggui WU
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice and Service 2025;43(7):348-352
<b>Objectiveb> To observe the effect of Huoxin pill (concentrated pill) combined with Baduanjin on the prognosis of patients with acute myocardial infarction complicated by percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). <b>Methodsb> 120 patients with acute myocardial infarction complicated with heart failure who received emergency interventional treatment in our hospital from January 2022 to January 2023 were randomly divided into western medicine treatment group and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)comprehensive treatment group. Western medicine treatment: standard western medicine treatment + five prescriptions for cardiac rehabilitation; based on western medicine treatment, Huoxin pill (concentrated pill) combined with Baduanjin therapy was added to the TCM comprehensive treatment group, and the follow-up was 6 months. The observed indexes were exertion angina pectoris scale, Chinese Medicine Syndrome Scale, Chinese medicine syndrome treatment effect evaluation, 6-minute walking test (6MWT), left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), and brain natriuretic peptide precursor (pro-BNP). <b>Resultsb> Sixty patients were enrolled in the two groups respectively. During the treatment, 2 cases fell off in the western medicine treatment group and 8 cases fell off in the TCM comprehensive treatment group, and a total of 110 cases were enrolled in the group. Compared with the western treatment group, TCM combined therapy significantly improved angina pectoris scale score, TCM Syndrome Scale score, pro-BNP, LVEF and 6MWT (P<0.001). There were no significant differences in blood routine, liver and kidney function, potassium, blood glucose, blood lipids and cardiac Troponin I (cTnI) between the two groups (P>0.05). No adverse cardiovascular events occurred during the entire treatment period in both groups. <b>Conclusionb> Huoxin pill (concentrated pill) combined with Baduanjin was more effective than western therapy in improving LVEF, 6MWT distance, exercise tolerance and cardiac function in patients with acute myocardial infarction complicated with heart failure.
5.Retrospective analysis of clinical efficacy of Nuangong Waifu formula in preventing intrauterine re-adhesion
Xuemei DI ; Wen SHUAI ; Qiqiang ZHANG ; Meixiang YU ; Hai ZHANG ; Yonghong NIE
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice and Service 2025;43(7):353-356
<b>Objectiveb> The Nuangong Waifu formula (NGWFF) is a traditional Chinese medicine prescription that has been used in gynecology of traditional Chinese medicine in our hospital for many years. It has a certain effect on preventing postoperative intrauterine re-adhesion. To further retrospectively analyze the clinical efficacy of NGWFF. <b>Methodsb> A total of 200 patients who were diagnosed with intrauterine adhesions and underwent intrauterine adhesion separation from January 2018 to December 2020 were retrospectively included. They were divided into control group and observation group according to different drug use for postoperative prevention of re-adhesion, with 100 cases in each group. All patients were given oral estrogen and progesterone (ethinyl estradiol tablets 0.037 5 mg, q12 h, or estradiol valerate tablets 3 mg, q12 h, a total of 21 days, 7 days after estrogen therapy plus dydrogesterone 20 mg, qd or progesterone capsules 200 mg, qd) to promote endometrial growth. In the control group, 100 patients only used estrogen and progesterone after operation. In the observation group, 100 patients were treated with NGWFF at Guanyuan acupoint (four fingers under the navel), once a day. Both groups were evaluated for the degree of intrauterine adhesions under hysteroscopy and the effective rate after 3-5 menstrual cycles of drug treatment. <b>Resultsb> Compared with using estrogen and progesterone alone, combination use of NGWFF significantly decreased in the scores of intrauterine adhesions under hysteroscopy (2.41±1.19 vs 3.31±1.18, P=0.00), and the effective rate was also significantly higher than that in the control group ( 86 % vs 47 %, P<0.000). <b>Conclusionb> The combination use of NGWFF was more effective than using estrogen and progesterone alone in preventing re-adhesion after intrauterine adhesions, which provided a scientific basis for the clinical application of NGWFF.
6.Comparative analysis of household indoor PM2.5 concentrations and prevalence of hypertension between cities
Anujin M ; Myagmarchuluun S ; Erkebulan M ; Ser-Od Kh ; Shatar Sh ; Gantuyаa D ; Enkhjargal G ; Munkh-Erdene L ; Gregory C. Gray ; Jungfeng Zhang ; Damdindorj B ; Ulziimaa D ; Davaalkham D
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;89(5):5-10
Background:
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 6.7 million people die annually due to air pollution
caused by solid fuel use, with the majority of deaths resulting from respiratory diseases and cardiovascular conditions. In
Mongolia, air pollution ranks as the fourth leading risk factor contributing to mortality, following hypertension, diabetes,
and other major health risks. Although there have been numerous studies on outdoor air pollution in Mongolia, research
linking indoor air pollution at the household level with the health status of residents remains limited.
Aim:
To compare indoor PM2.5 concentrations in households of Ulaanbaatar and Darkhan and examine their association
with hypertension during the winter season.
Materials and Methods:
The study was conducted during November and December 2023, and January 2024, involving
240 households in Ulaanbaatar and Darkhan. Indoor PM2.5 concentrations were measured using Purple Air real-time
sensors continuously for 24 hours over approximately one month. After measuring indoor air pollution, individuals aged
18–60 years living in the selected households were recruited based on specific inclusion criteria. Blood pressure was
measured three times and the average value was recorded. Information on respiratory illnesses was collected through
structured questionnaires. Statistical analysis was performed using STATA version 19.0.
Results:
A total of 241 households participated in the study, with 116 from Ulaanbaatar and 125 from Darkhan. Of the
participants, 46.5% were male and 53.5% were female. In terms of housing type, 96 households (39.8%) lived in gers,
97 (40.2%) lived in stove-heated houses, and 48 (19.9%) lived in apartments. Among all participants, 66.0% (n=159) had
hypertension and 34.0% (n=79) had normal blood pressure. Among participants aged over 40, 69.9–88.5% had hypertension, which is statistically significantly higher compared to younger individuals (p=0.0001). By body mass index, 75.3%
(n=72) of overweight individuals and 78.4% (n=58) of obese participants had hypertension, showing a statistically significant difference compared to participants with normal weight (p=0.0001). The 24-hour average concentration of indoor
PM2.5 was measured using the Purple Air device, and the levels in gers and stove-heated houses exceeded the limit set
by the MNS 4585:2025 standard (37.5 µg/m³)
Conclusion
This study identified a relationship between environmental factors, such as air pollution and housing type,
and the prevalence of hypertension. The indoor PM2.5 concentration in gers and stove-heated houses was above the standard limit, indicating a negative impact on the health of those residents. Furthermore, the high prevalence of hypertension
among participants over the age of 40 and those who are overweight suggests a possible link to lifestyle and environmental conditions.
7.Comparative Analysis of Outdoor Particulate Matter Concentrations in Ulaanbaatar Using Direct Measurements and Fixed Monitoring Station Data
Ulziikhutag B ; Enkhjargal G ; Buyantushig B ; Nyamsuren B ; Shatar Sh ; Gantuya D ; Myagmarchuluun S ; Gregory Gray ; Junfeng Zhang ; Ulziimaa D ; Damdindorj B ; Davaalkham D
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;89(5):112-117
Backgroun:
Air pollution is a major global public health concern that poses serious risks to human health regardless of
a country’s level of economic or technological development. According to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2021),
nine out of ten people worldwide breathe polluted air, and air pollution is responsible for the deaths of approximately
800 people every hour and 13 people every minute. Prolonged exposure to polluted air has been linked to a wide range
of chronic illnesses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung and bronchial cancers, asthma, and
stroke. In Mongolia, air pollution reaches its highest levels during the winter months, particularly in Ulaanbaatar, where
the majority of the country’s population resides. A study conducted by Enkhjargal G. (2012) reported that the concentrations
of PM10 and PM2.5 in Ulaanbaatar were 7–8 times higher than the WHO recommended guidelines. In response
to such challenges, many countries have increasingly adopted low-cost, direct measurement devices such as PurpleAir
to monitor air quality. These devices are valued for their accessibility, network connectivity, and potential role in smart
city pollution management systems. Despite their global application, there remains a lack of research in Mongolia on the
use of PurpleAir sensors to measure PM2.5 concentrations and compare the results with official monitoring station data.
Addressing this gap is essential for improving local air quality monitoring capacity and informing effective public health
and environmental policies.
Aim:
Determination of PM2.5 particulate matter pollution in the outdoor environment of Ulaanbaatar city using a direct
measurement device (Purple Air).
Materials and Methods:
A cross-sectional study design was employed. Direct measurement devices (Purple Air) were
installed in selected districts of central Ulaanbaatar between December 2024 and February 2025, measuring PM2.5 concentrations
at two-minute intervals over 24-hour periods. All data were statistically processed and analyzed using the
SPSS-26 software package.
Results:
The average concentration of PM2.5 particles in the air of Ulaanbaatar city in winter is 66.68 μg/m3. Compared
to the districts, the highest concentration was determined in SKHD (118.58±90.22 μg/m3), while the lowest concentration
was determined in KHUD (42.37±43.51 μg/m3). Compared to the days of the week, the highest concentrations were measured
on Monday (76.68±71.98 μg/m³), Saturday (77.50±71.63 μg/m³), and Sunday (80.34±74.45 μg/m³). The highest
concentration of PM2.5 particles occurred from 6 pm to 1 am, and the lowest concentration was measured during the day
(between 2 pm and 4 pm). The highest concentration of PM2.5 was measured in December (74.22±73.45 μg/m3), while
the lowest concentration was measured in February (50.25±57.44 μg/m3).
Conclusion
The concentration of PM2.5 in the air of Ulaanbaatar city is 1.7 times higher than the general standard and
technical requirements of Mongolia in winter, and the highest concentration is in the SKHD. The highest concentration of
PM2.5 occurs more often in December and at night than in the winter months.
8.Comparative Analysis of Outdoor Particulate Matter Concentrations in Ulaanbaatar Using Direct Measurements and Fixed Monitoring Station Data
Maralmaa E ; ; Yerkyebulan M ; Ser-Od Kh ; Shatar Sh ; Gantuya D ; Munkh-Erdene L ; Enkhjargal G ; Myagmarchuluun S ; Gregory Gray ; Junfeng Zhang ; Ulziimaa D ; Damdindorj B ; Davaalkham D ; ; Darambazar G
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;89(5):105-111
Background:
Particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter of 2.5 micrometers or smaller (PM2.5) penetrates
deep into the alveoli through the respiratory tract and is characterized by its ability to induce oxidative stress, systemic
inflammation, and vascular inflammation. Mongolia ranks among the countries with the highest levels of air pollution. In
Ulaanbaatar, where more than half of the country’s population resides, wintertime PM2.5 concentrations often exceed 200
μg/m³, which is about eight times higher than the World Health Organization (WHO) guideline value. A study involving
1,200 adults in Ulaanbaatar showed that quality of life deteriorated sharply during periods of high air pollution, with
effects more pronounced among individuals who already had impaired respiratory function.
Aim:
To examine the relationship between indoor household PM2.5 concentrations and lung function indicators among
adults in Ulaanbaatar and Darkhan.
Materials and Methods:
This analytical cross-sectional study recruited adult participants from Ulaanbaatar and Darkhan
through targeted sampling. Household air quality was measured using PurpleAir sensors, which were installed in
participants’ homes for one month. After exposure measurement, lung function was assessed via spirometry. Statistical
analyses were conducted using SPSS version 25.0.
Results:
A total of 236 participants were included: 114 (48.3%) from Ulaanbaatar and 122 (51.7%) from Darkhan. The
sample consisted of 111 men (47.0%) and 125 women (53.0%). The mean indoor PM2.5 concentration was 66.24 μg/m³
(SD 44.87 μg/m³), ranging from a minimum of 7.79 μg/m³ to a maximum of 264.55 μg/m³. Stratification by housing type
showed the highest PM2.5 levels in gers (82.34 μg/m³), followed by detached houses (67.34 μg/m³), while apartments
had the lowest concentrations (32.24 μg/m³). Correlation analysis revealed statistically significant negative associations
between PM2.5 levels and measures of expiratory function, including the FEV1/FVC ratio, peak expiratory flow (PEF),
and mid-expiratory flow (FEF25–75). Reduced forced vital capacity (FVC) was observed in 9.4% of participants, reduced
forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) in 15.3%, and a decreased FEV1/FVC ratio in 3.8%.
Conclusion
Indoor household PM2.5 concentrations were highest in gers, and expiratory flow-related lung function
parameters showed significant negative associations with particulate exposure. This suggests that indoor PM2.5 primarily
affects airflow limitation rather than overall lung volumes in this population.
9.Preliminary application of modified interposed jejunal anastomosis in digestive tract reconstruction following total laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy.
Wusiman LAIBIJIANG ; Abudukelimu ABULAJIANG ; Yilihamu YILIYAER ; D D SONG ; Y SHU ; W B ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(11):1314-1317
<b>Objective:b> To investigate the feasibility and safety of modified interposed jejunal anastomosis following total laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy. <b>Methods:b> The modification in the digestive tract reconstruction involves transecting the small intestine 2-3 cm below the gastrojejunostomy site and relocating the enteroenterostomy cranially, based on the double-tract anastomosis technique. Specifically, the jejunum and its mesenteric vessels are transected 20-25 cm from the ligament of Treitz. An overlap anastomosis is performed between the esophagus and the distal jejunum, with the common opening closed using a 15 cm barbed suture in a buried manner. A side-to-side gastrojejunostomy is completed under natural anatomical alignment, and the common opening is closed similarly. A side-to-side anastomosis is then created between the small intestine approximately 10 cm below the gastrojejunal anastomosis and the small intestine distal to the ligament of Treitz. Finally, the small intestine is transected 2-3 cm below the gastrojejunal anastomosis without dividing the mesenteric vessels. <b>Results:b> From April to December 2024, a total of five patients with adenocarcinoma of the esophagogastric junction underwent modified interposed jejunum anastomosis following totally laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy at the Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University. The median age of the group was 56 (53-74) years, including four males and one female, with a median body mass index of 24 (21-29) kg/m². Three cases were classified as Siewert type II and two as type III. All five patients successfully completed the totally laparoscopic proximal gastrectomy with modified interposed jejunum anastomosis. The median operative time was 215 (165-240) minutes, the digestive tract reconstruction time was 75 (65-93) minutes, and the intraoperative blood loss was 50 (30-100) ml. The median time to postoperative flatus was 71 (68-88) hours, with no severe complications occurring in any case. The median postoperative hospital stay was 8 (8-9) days. Within three months after surgery, none of the patients reported reflux symptoms such as acid regurgitation or heartburn. <b>Conclusions:b> Total laparoscopic modified interposed jejunal anastomosis is safe and feasible, with relatively simple operative steps. It effectively prevents reflux while ensuring the passage of food through the remnant stomach and duodenal loop.
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10.Erratum to: Advantages of contrast-enhanced ultrasound in the localization and diagnostics of sentinel lymph nodes in breast cancer.
Qiuhui YANG ; Yeqin FU ; Jiaxuan WANG ; Hongjian YANG ; Xiping ZHANG
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B 2025;26(3):302-302
The original version of this article (Yang et al., 2023) unfortunately contained a mistake. In Acknowledgments, the funding information for the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China (No. LBY21H160001) was wrong. The correct funding should be the Zhejiang Health Science and Technology Project (No. 2022KY682), China.

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