1.Cyclocarya paliurus Polysaccharide Inhibits Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia by Reducing 5α-Reductase 2
Qinhui DAI ; Mengxia YAN ; Chen WANG ; Chenjun SHEN ; Chenying JIANG ; Bo YANG ; Huajun ZHAO ; Zhihui ZHU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(3):107-114
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect and mechanism of polysaccharide in water extract of Cyclocarya paliurus (CPWP) in inhibiting benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). MethodsCPWP was obtained by heating reflux, aqueous extraction, alcohol precipitation, and freeze drying. The chemical composition and structural properties of CPWP were analyzed by high performance liquid chromatography with 1-pheny-3-methyl-5-pyrazolone pre-column derivatization and infrared spectroscopy. Male SD rats were randomly assigned into control, model, finasteride (ig 5 mg·kg-1), and low-, medium-, and high-dose (ig 50, 75, 100 mg·kg-1) CPWP groups, with 8 rats in each group. The BPH model was established by subcutaneously injecting propionate testosterone in castrated rats. The rats in the drug intervention groups were administrated with corresponding drugs, and those in the control group were administrated with an equal volume of normal saline each day. After 30 consecutive days, the rats were sacrificed, and the prostate tissue was separated and weighed. The effects of drug interventions on the body weight, prostate wet weight, and prostate index of rats were examined. The prostate tissue was stained with hematoxylin-eosin (HE) for observation of pathological changes. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was employed to measure the level of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), and immunohistochemical staining was used to detect the expression of steroid 5 alpha-reductase 2 (SRD5A2) and Ki67 in the prostate tissue. ResultsCPWP was identified as a saccharide, with characteristic absorption peaks of saccharides. CPWP showed the total sugar content of 44.15% and molecular weight within the range of 5.5-78.8 kDa, being composed of mannose, rhamnose, galacturonic acid, glucose, galactose, xylose, and arabinose. Compared with the control group, the model group had significantly increased prostate wet weight and prostate index (P<0.01), thick and tall prostate epithelial cells, increased internal wrinkles, papillary expansion into the cavity, an elevation in DHT level in the serum, and up-regulated expression of SRD5A2 and Ki67 in the prostate tissue (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with the model group, both the finasteride and CPWP groups showed decreases in prostate wet weight and prostate index (P<0.05, P<0.01), thinned prostate epithelial cells, with only a small portion of internal wrinkles and papillary expansion into the cavity, shortened papillary protrusions, lowered DHT level in the serum, and down-regulated expression of SRD5A2 and Ki67 in the prostate tissue (P<0.01). Moreover, CPWP exerted effects in a dose-dependent manner. ConclusionCPWP inhibits BPH by regulating the expression of SRD5A2.
2.Molecular epidemiology and genetic characteristics of human metapneumovirus in Suzhou
Xuan YUAN ; Zefeng DONG ; Zhihui XU ; Xuerong YA ; Qiang SHEN
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2025;45(10):826-831
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of human metapneumovirus(hMPV)in respiratory samples from patients in Suzhou,China,and investigate the results of whole-genome sequencing,so as to provide scientific evidence for a deeper understanding of its genetic diversity and the development of preventive measures.Methods:In this study,1 340 influenza-like illness(ILI)samples and 970 severe acute respiratory infection(SARI)samples were collected from two sentinel hospitals in Suzhou in 2024. Nucleic acid detection was performed using a multiplex real-time fluorescence PCR method. For hMPV-positive samples,whole-genome sequencing was conducted on the Illumina Miseq platform. Mutations,insertions,deletions,and other variations were identified using the pathogenic virus whole-genome analysis system. A phylogenetic tree was constructed by the Maximum Likelihood method for lineage analysis.Results:Among 2 310 respiratory samples,the overall hMPV positivity rate was 1.69%(39/2 310),with positivity rates of 1.27%(17/1 340)in ILI samples and 2.27%(22/970)in SARI samples. No statistically significant difference was observed between the two groups( P>0.05). The proportion of mixed infections in hMPV-positive samples was 46.15%(18/39),with mixed infection rates of 23.53%(4/17)in the ILI group and 63.64%(14/22)in the SARI group. In terms of temporal distribution,the peak period of hMPV infection primarily concentrated in January and December. The whole genomes of 13 hMPV strains were successfully obtained,and 554 missense mutations were identified in the coding region,with particularly significant variations observed in the G gene region. Phylogenetic analysis revealed that 4 strains belonged to the A2b2 subtype,while 9 strains belonged to the B2 subtype. Conclusions:In Suzhou,hMPV exhibits a relatively balanced distribution between ILI and SARI clinical groups,with infection peaks mainly occurring in winter and a high proportion of mixed infections. The predominant circulating strain is the B2 subtype,and its genome shows significant genetic variation,particularly in the G gene region.
3.Clinical efficacy of posterior midline approach combined with anteromedial approach in the treatment of complex olecranon fracture-dislocation
Gang FENG ; Zhihui XIANG ; Deting XUE ; Hang LI ; Yanbin TAN ; Yan WU ; Yifan WU ; CongYing SHEN ; Yiying QI
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2025;45(13):840-847
Objective:To investigate the clinical efficacy of posterior midline incision combined with anteromedial approach in the treatment of complex olecranon fracture-dislocation.Methods:A retrospective analysis was performed on 26 patients (15 males and 11 females) with olecranon fracture-dislocation who were admitted from January 2020 to January 2024, including 5 cases of anterior transolecranon fracture-dislocation (2 cases of upper ulnar-radial joint dislocation), 21 cases of posterior transolecranon fracture-dislocation (5 cases of them were accompanied by upper ulnar-radial joint dislocation). Among them, there were 13 cases of traffic accidents, 7 cases of falling from heights, and 6 cases of walking falls. The average age is 45.1±15.3 years old (21-84 years old).Results:The operation time was 151.2±41.9 minutes, average tourniquet time was 93.7±22.6 minutes, and the intraoperative blood loss was 76.2±20.2 ml. The average follow-up was 16(12, 23) months, and the VAS score decreased significantly and the MEPS score increased significantly over time. At the last follow-up, the VAS score was 2(1, 2), and the MEPS score was 86.5±10.3, with 16 cases excellent, 7 cases good, and 3 cases medium, with an excellent rate of 89%. The range of motion of flexion-extension and pronation-supination were 119.3°±13.5°and 138.6°±15.2° respectively. Complications included 16 cases of ectopic ossification, of which 4 patients with significant effects on elbow function underwent surgical release 3-6 months after surgery. 1 case of ulnar nerve injury symptoms improved after emergency ulnar nerve release, and 1 case of elbow subluxation due to inaccurate coronoid process reduction and fixation. There were no serious complications such as vascular injury, internal fixation failure, fracture nonunion, and incision infection.Conclusion:The posterior midline incision combined with anteromedial approach can effectively treat complex olecranon fracture-dislocation and meet the requirements of early postoperative elbow rehabilitation.
4.The application of DRGs indicators in the performance evaluation of orthopedic medical services
Qiong WU ; Zhihui LI ; Yafang WU ; Tian SHEN
Modern Hospital 2025;25(9):1391-1394
Objective To explore the application of DRGs indicators in the performance evaluation of orthopedic medical services and analyze the influencing factors of orthopedic medical service performance.Methods Collect the information on the first page of medical records of inpatients in the orthopedics department of a certain tertiary hospital in Zhejiang Province.Use the comprehensive index method to compare the results of traditional indicators and DRGs indicators in evaluating the performance of orthopedic medical services.Apply grey correlation analysis to identify the influencing factors of performance.Results The re-sults of DRGs indicator evaluation showed that trauma orthopedics had the highest healthcare performance score,while joint and bone disease surgery had the lowest score.The highest correlation with RW was found for average hospitalization costs,followed by average consumable costs;for CMI,it was found for length of stay and then for average hospitalization costs.Conclusion The application of DRGs indicators provides a more scientific and rational approach to evaluating orthopedic healthcare service performance,with average material costs and average length of stay being the predominant influencing factors.
5.Establishment and evaluation of a Nomogram early prediction model for severe dengue fever
Li LIU ; Hongjun LI ; Lixian CHANG ; Hui CHEN ; Zhihui MA ; Zhijian DONG ; Lingjun SHEN ; Chunyun LIU
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(3):179-185
Objective:To analyze the influencing factors of severe dengue fever patients in the early stage, construct a early prediction model for severe dengue fever, and evaluate it.Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted to collect early clinical data of dengue fever patients admitted to the People's Hospital of Mengla County and the Third People's Hospital of Kunming in Yunnan Province from July to December 2023. The multifactor logistic regression was used to analyze the factors affecting the severe dengue fever patients, and Nomogram prediction model was used for visualization. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and calibration curve analysis were used to evaluate the model.Results:A total of 534 dengue fever patients were included, including 291 males and 243 females, aged (39.95 ± 15.69) years. Among them, there were 59 cases (11.05%) of severe dengue fever. The results of multifactor logistic regression analysis showed that age ( OR = 1.05, 95% CI: 1.02 - 1.08, P < 0.001), cardiovascular disease ( OR = 5.28, 95% CI: 2.08 - 13.40, P < 0.001), serous effusion ( OR = 4.34, 95% CI: 1.63 - 11.57, P = 0.003), aspartate aminotransferase ( OR = 1.03, 95% CI: 1.02 - 1.04, P < 0.001), lactate dehydrogenase ( OR = 1.00, 95% CI: 1.00 - 1.01, P = 0.001), and fibrinogen ( OR = 0.46, 95% CI: 0.28 - 0.76, P = 0.003) were independent influencing factors in the early stage of severe dengue fever. The area under the ROC curve of the Nomogram prediction model constructed from the above six variables was 0.96 (0.93 - 0.98). The calibration curve analysis results showed that the mean absolute error between the predicted values of the Nomogram prediction model and the actual observed values was 0.014. Conclusions:Age, cardiovascular disease, serous effusion, aspartate aminotransferase, lactate dehydrogenase, and fibrinogen are independent influencing factors in the early stage of severe dengue fever. The Nomogram prediction model established based on these variables has good predictive ability for severe dengue fever.
6.Exploring the mechanism of action of Huoxue Tongluo prescription for the treatment of spinal cord injury based on network pharmacology and molecular docking technology
Jiaxing WANG ; Jiayang CHEN ; Tingting SHEN ; Zhihui WANG ; Xiaoping REN
Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica 2025;33(1):1-13
Objective This study preliminarily investigated the potential mechanisms of the Huoxue Tongluo prescription(HXTLP)in treating spinal cord injury(SCI)through a combination of network pharmacology,molecular docking technology,and in vivo experimental verification.Methods The traditional Chinese medicine systems pharmacology database and analysis platform(TCMSP)were utilized to select the active ingredients,targets of action were obtained from Swiss target prediction database,and an"active ingredients-targets"network was constructed.SCI-related targets were obtained by accessing online mendelian inheritance in man(OMIM)and human gene database(GeneCards),and a protein interaction network of the common targets of HXTLP and SCI was established based on the search tool for the retrieval of interacting genes/protein(STRING)database.The Metascape database was used in KEGG pathway enrichment and GO analyses of the common targets.Molecular docking of active ingredients and key targets was performed through Autodock 1.5.7 software,and the results were visualized with Pymol 2.4.0 software.Finally,the effect of HXTLP on SCI was verified by animal experiments.Results A total of 184 intersection targets were obtained,and the key targets were serine/threonine kinase(AKT1),signal transducer and activator of transcription 3(STAT3),heat shock protein 90 kDa alpha,class A member 1(HSP90AA1),phosphatidylinositol-4,5-bisphosphate 3-kinase catalytic subunit alpha(PIK3CA),phosphoinositide-3-kinase regulatory subunit 1(PIK3R1),harvey ras(HRAS),estrogen receptor 1(ESR1),mitogen-activated protein kinase 1(MAPK1),and epidermal growth factor receptor(EGFR).Molecular docking result showed strong binding abilities between the core active components and key targets.In the animal experiments,the behavioral scores of mice in the HXTLP group increased(P<0.05),the motor function of hind limbs was improved,and the histological morphology of the injured area was more complete compared with those of the model group.Western Blot result revealed that HXTLP effectively inhibited the key target protein(HSP90AA1)and the expression of phospho-STAT3(P-STAT3)and promoted the expression of phospho-phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase(P-PI3K)and phospho-AKT1(P-AKT1).Conclusions This study verified that HXTLP has multi-component,multi-target,and multi-pathway synergistic effects in the treatment of SCI and has provided experimental and theoretical bases for further clinical medication research for SCI.
7.Clinical efficacy of posterior midline approach combined with anteromedial approach in the treatment of complex olecranon fracture-dislocation
Gang FENG ; Zhihui XIANG ; Deting XUE ; Hang LI ; Yanbin TAN ; Yan WU ; Yifan WU ; CongYing SHEN ; Yiying QI
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2025;45(13):840-847
Objective:To investigate the clinical efficacy of posterior midline incision combined with anteromedial approach in the treatment of complex olecranon fracture-dislocation.Methods:A retrospective analysis was performed on 26 patients (15 males and 11 females) with olecranon fracture-dislocation who were admitted from January 2020 to January 2024, including 5 cases of anterior transolecranon fracture-dislocation (2 cases of upper ulnar-radial joint dislocation), 21 cases of posterior transolecranon fracture-dislocation (5 cases of them were accompanied by upper ulnar-radial joint dislocation). Among them, there were 13 cases of traffic accidents, 7 cases of falling from heights, and 6 cases of walking falls. The average age is 45.1±15.3 years old (21-84 years old).Results:The operation time was 151.2±41.9 minutes, average tourniquet time was 93.7±22.6 minutes, and the intraoperative blood loss was 76.2±20.2 ml. The average follow-up was 16(12, 23) months, and the VAS score decreased significantly and the MEPS score increased significantly over time. At the last follow-up, the VAS score was 2(1, 2), and the MEPS score was 86.5±10.3, with 16 cases excellent, 7 cases good, and 3 cases medium, with an excellent rate of 89%. The range of motion of flexion-extension and pronation-supination were 119.3°±13.5°and 138.6°±15.2° respectively. Complications included 16 cases of ectopic ossification, of which 4 patients with significant effects on elbow function underwent surgical release 3-6 months after surgery. 1 case of ulnar nerve injury symptoms improved after emergency ulnar nerve release, and 1 case of elbow subluxation due to inaccurate coronoid process reduction and fixation. There were no serious complications such as vascular injury, internal fixation failure, fracture nonunion, and incision infection.Conclusion:The posterior midline incision combined with anteromedial approach can effectively treat complex olecranon fracture-dislocation and meet the requirements of early postoperative elbow rehabilitation.
8.Expert consensus on preventive and management of exposure keratopathy
Yongxia REN ; Zhihui WANG ; Dan SHEN ; Pingy-ing HUO ; Xiaowen BAI ; Mengdi WANG
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(14):1705-1708
Objective To compile the"expert consensus on preventive and management of exposure keratopathy"(hereinafter referred to as"consensus"),aiming to standardize and promote the prevention of exposure keratopathy(EK)in medical institutions at different levels.Methods The evidence-based methods were used to retrieve,evaluate and summarize evidence in this field according to the level of evidence,and relevant recommendations and research conclusions were extracted,and the first draft of consensus was formed.After 2 rounds of Delphi expert letters and expert meetings,combined with evidence and expert opinions,the consensus content is written,adjusted and modified,and recommendations were made.Results 58 experts were invited to participate in the consultation.The expert positive coefficient was 100%;the expert judgment basis of the 2 rounds were 0.940 and 0.936;the degree of familiarity of the 2 rounds were 0.779 and 0.797;the coefficient of authority of the 2 rounds were 0.859 and 0.866.The Kendall W coefficients of the 2 rounds of inquiry were 0.099 and 0.117,and the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).The consensus includes 5 aspects of EK:risk factors,assessments,protection measures,symptom management and training and management.Conclusion The consensus was based on the existing evidence and clinical practical requirements and recommendations of experts in the field.Consensus can provide guidance for clinical nursing staff in prevention,nursing and management of EK effectively.
9.Establishment of reference interval for serum iodine of pregnant women in six provinces of China and its relationship with thyroid disease risk
Mengxue DU ; Hongmei SHEN ; Fengfeng ZHANG ; Weidong LI ; Ling ZHANG ; Zhihui CHEN ; Xiaofeng WANG ; Liangjing SHI ; Yan ZHANG ; Lixiang LIU
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(7):525-529
Objective:To establish a reference interval for serum iodine of pregnant women with normal thyroid function and to analyze the relationship between serum iodine and thyroid disease risk.Methods:From July 2022 to October 2023, using cross-sectional survey method, pregnant women aged 18 to 48 years old who had lived in iodine-deficient areas in the six provinces of China (Shanxi Province, Fujian Province, Yunnan Province, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Zhejiang Province, and Anhui Province) for more than six months were selected as the survey subjects. Blood samples were collected, serum iodine was tested, and the percentile method was used to establish a reference interval for serum iodine of pregnant women with normal thyroid function. Meanwhile, serum levels of free thyroxine, thyroid stimulating hormone, thyroglobulin antibody (TgAb), and thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPOAb) were tested, and logistic regression was used to analyze the relationship between serum iodine and thyroid disease risk.Results:A total of 1 409 pregnant women from 6 provinces were investigated, including 1 087 with normal thyroid function and 322 with abnormal thyroid function. The median serum iodine level of pregnant women with normal thyroid function was 79.74 μg/L, and the preliminary reference interval for serum iodine was 47.57 - 128.96 μg/L. When serum iodine levels were lower (< 47.57 μg/L), pregnant women had a significantly increased risk of developing TgAb positivity, TPOAb positivity, hypothyroxinemia, hypothyroidism, and autoimmune thyroiditis ( OR = 4.44, 2.91, 3.41, 41.67, 23.43, P < 0.05). When serum iodine levels were high (> 128.96 μg/L), pregnant women had a significantly increased risk of developing hyperthyroidism ( OR = 9.91, P = 0.001). Conclusions:The reference interval for serum iodine of pregnant women with normal thyroid function is successfully established. Low serum iodine levels are associated with an increased risk of TgAb positivity, TPOAb positivity, hypothyroxinemia, hypothyroidism, and autoimmune thyroiditis, while high serum iodine levels are associated with an increased risk of hyperthyroidism.
10.The application of DRGs indicators in the performance evaluation of orthopedic medical services
Qiong WU ; Zhihui LI ; Yafang WU ; Tian SHEN
Modern Hospital 2025;25(9):1391-1394
Objective To explore the application of DRGs indicators in the performance evaluation of orthopedic medical services and analyze the influencing factors of orthopedic medical service performance.Methods Collect the information on the first page of medical records of inpatients in the orthopedics department of a certain tertiary hospital in Zhejiang Province.Use the comprehensive index method to compare the results of traditional indicators and DRGs indicators in evaluating the performance of orthopedic medical services.Apply grey correlation analysis to identify the influencing factors of performance.Results The re-sults of DRGs indicator evaluation showed that trauma orthopedics had the highest healthcare performance score,while joint and bone disease surgery had the lowest score.The highest correlation with RW was found for average hospitalization costs,followed by average consumable costs;for CMI,it was found for length of stay and then for average hospitalization costs.Conclusion The application of DRGs indicators provides a more scientific and rational approach to evaluating orthopedic healthcare service performance,with average material costs and average length of stay being the predominant influencing factors.

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