1.Efficacy of modified Wendan Decoction combined with antipsychotic drugs in the treatment of schizophrenia and its impact on patients' cognitive function: a Meta-analysis
Jiaxuan YUAN ; Fei GUO ; Chen ZHAO ; Ailing DU ; Yongxin CHEN ; Shichang YANG
Sichuan Mental Health 2026;39(2):183-192
BackgroundSchizophrenia, as a common chronic mental disorder, although second-generation antipsychotic drugs have shown significant efficacy in alleviating positive symptoms, the widespread cognitive dysfunction among patients remains a challenge in clinical treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine has unique advantages in the treatment of mental disorders. However, the current clinical research on the combination of Wendan Decoction and antipsychotic drugs for schizophrenia varies in quality, and there is a lack of systematic reviews evaluating its effects on cognitive improvement and safety. ObjectiveTo systematically evaluate the effects of modified Wendan Decoction combined with antipsychotic drugs on schizophrenia symptoms and cognitive improvement, providing evidence-based support for the clinical application of Wendan Decoction. MethodsLiterature searches were conducted in China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Data, VIP Information, China Biomedical Literature Service System, China Clinical Trial Registry, PubMed, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, and Embase to collect randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of modified Wendan Decoction combined with antipsychotic drugs for the treatment of schizophrenia. The search period was from the establishment of the databases to March 19, 2026. The quality of the included literature was evaluated using the Cochrane 6.3. Meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.3 software. ResultsA total of 11 studies were included, involving 1 130 patients with schizophrenia. Among them, 566 cases were in the study group (receiving modified Wendan Decoction combined with antipsychotic drugs), and 564 cases were in the control group (receiving antipsychotic drugs only). Meta-analysis showed that the effective rate of improvement in psychotic symptoms in the study group was higher than that in the control group (RR=1.21,95% CI: 1.15–1.27, P<0.01). In terms of psychotic symptoms, the Positive and Negative Symptom Scale (PANSS) positive symptom score (MD=-3.69, 95% CI: -5.87–-1.51, P<0.01) and PANSS total score (MD=-9.20, 95% CI: -11.80–-6.59, P<0.01) of the study group were lower than those of the control group. In cognitive function assessments, the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score (MD=2.51, 95% CI: 1.33–3.68, P<0.01) and the Loewenstein Occupational Therapy Cognitive Assessment (LOTCA) score (MD=11.85, 95% CI: 2.55–21.15, P=0.010) of the study group were higher than those of the control group, and the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (WCST) score was lower than that of the control group (MD=-9.34, 95% CI: -12.57–-6.11, P<0.01). The levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) (SMD=1.34, 95% CI: 0.63–2.05, P<0.01) and nerve growth factor (NGF) (MD=6.94, 95% CI: 4.00–9.89, P<0.01) of the study group were higher than those of the control group. In terms of safety, there was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of adverse reactions between the two groups (RR=0.60, 95% CI: 0.31–1.18, P=0.14). ConclusionThe modified Wendan Decoction combined with antipsychotic drugs may be more effective than antipsychotic drugs alone in improving positive symptoms and cognitive function in patients with schizophrenia, and it also exerts a favorable neurotrophic regulatory effect. [Funded by Postgraduate Education Reform and Quality Improvement Project of Henan Province (number, YJS2023AL060); Key Scientific Research Projects of Higher Education Institutions in Henan Province (number, 24B320018, 25B310004)]
2.Research advances in the disease burden of viral hepatitis in China
Jian LI ; Fuzhen WANG ; Zhongdan CHEN ; Jinlei QI ; Ailing WANG ; Fanghui ZHAO ; Yuanyuan KONG ; Jing SUN ; Jiaqi KANG ; Zundong YIN ; Zhongfu LIU ; Jidong JIA ; Yu WANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(2):221-227
Over the past three decades, China has made significant progress in the prevention and control of viral hepatitis, and the incidence rates of new-onset pediatric hepatitis B virus infections and acute viral hepatitis in the population have reduced to a relatively low level; however, there is still a heavy disease burden of chronic viral hepatitis in China, which severely affects the health status of the population. This study systematically summarizes the achievements of viral hepatitis prevention and control in China, analyzes existing problems and challenges, and proposes comprehensive prevention and control strategies and measures to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat based on the national conditions of China, in order to provide a reference for related departments in China on how to achieve the action targets for eliminating viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030.
3.Research progress on endovascular therapy for cerebral venous sinus thrombosis in children
Ailing JIANG ; Jingling ZHAO ; Baoyi GUO ; Zhengzhou YUAN
Chinese Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases 2025;22(5):343-348
Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis(CVST)is one of the significant causes of pediatric stroke.Its clinical manifestations are non-specific,including seizures,altered state of consciousness,and neurological deficits.It is usually associated with a high risk of mortality and disability.Although anticoagulation remains the first-line therapy of CVST in children,some children still experience poor prognosis.In recent years,endovascular treatment(EVT),such as mechanical thrombectomy and intrasinus thrombolysis,has emerged as a crucial therapeutic approach for CVST.This review summarized the advances in EVT for pediatric CVST,aiming to provide insights for optimizing clinical management strategies.
4.Evaluation of the effect of campus tray design on salt intake control among boarding students in Guizhou Province
QIU Yujie, DU Zhixin, YUAN Fan, ZHAO Hang, LIU Ailing
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(7):956-960
Objective:
To explore the effect of replacing rice bowls with trays on controlling the salt intake among school aged children, providing new evidence and insights for salt reduction intervention.
Methods:
From April to May 2024, 373 students from grades 4-9 at a boarding school in Guizhou Province were enrolled through stratified random cluster sampling, with one intervention class and one control class per grade. During the intervention period for one month, and the types of meals provided, pricing standards, and dining procedures shall remain consistent with daily operations, the intervention group ( n =181) compartmentalized trays for lunch and dinner, while the control group ( n =192) still used a rice bowl. Pre and post intervention assessments included 24 hour urine collection, questionnaire surveys, and physical measurements. The difference in differences analysis combined with multiple linear regression was used to analyze the changes in sodium intake and to evaluate the net effect of the intervention.
Results:
The post intervention 24 hour sodium intake in the intervention group was ( 2 222.6 ±1 013.6) mg, an increase of 94.6 mg from baseline, with no statistically significant difference ( t=1.10, P >0.05). In contrast, the post intervention 24 hour sodium intake in the control group was (2 080.5±895.7) mg, a decrease of 190.8 mg from baseline, showing a statistically significant difference ( t=-2.39, P <0.05). The difference in differences results indicated that after adjusting the model for factors such as gender, grade and dietary behaviors affecting sodium intake, the intervention group showed a net increase of 232.5 mg [ β(95%CI )=232.5(-40.3-505.2)] in 24 hour sodium intake compared to the control group, with no statistically significant net effect ( P >0.05).
Conclusions
Merely changing tableware is insufficient to control children s salt intake effectively. Based on continuous practical explorations and evidence based research grounded in the nudge theory, multi dimensional measures such as salt reduction education and the construction of a supportive environment should be integrated to form an intervention system that achieves synergistic and enhanced effects.
5.The Clinical Features of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Its Risked Factors in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure
Rong SU ; Ling LIN ; Yuan ZHAO ; Ailing YANG ; Mingguo ZHANG ; Hu ZHANG ; Guoyu MA
Journal of Kunming Medical University 2025;46(8):65-71
Objective To assess the prevalence and clinical features of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)and its risk factors in patients with CHF,so as to provide the reference for early identification of NAFLD.Methods The data from 1120 CHF patients aged 14~89 was collected,including the general demographic information(age,gender,smoking status,height,weight,BMI,etc.),clinical diagnosis and treatment data(blood pressure,NYHA heart function classification,blood biochemical indicators,etc.),and medication use status.SPSS 27.0 was applied to analyze the clinical characteristics of CHF combined with NAFLD,and binary multivariate logistic regression was used to analyze the independent risk factors of CHF combined with NAFLD.Results Among the 1120 patients,634(56.6%)were male and 486(43.4%)were female.The prevalence of CHF patients with NAFLD was 25.0%.The results of univariate analysis showed that the weight of NAFLD patients BMI,systolic blood pressure,diastolic blood pressure,FPG,UA,left room expansion ratio,ALT,CHO,TG,obesity rate,hyperuricemia rate and β-blocker usage rate were all higher than those of non NAFLD patients.The age,BNP,HDL and ACEI/ARB/ARNI usage rate of NAFLD patients were lower than those of non NAFLD patients(all P<0.05).Logistic regression analysis showed that age(OR=0.988),FPG(OR=1.099),overweight(OR=3.497)and obesity(OR=9.193)were independent risk factors for CHF patients with NAFLD.Conclusion NAFLD may be a common complication in CHF patients,especially those who are young,have high FPG,overweight and obese.In the clinical practice,NAFLD screening,evaluation and management should be focused on CHF patients who are young,have high fasting blood sugar,overweight,and obese.
6.Research progress on endovascular therapy for cerebral venous sinus thrombosis in children
Ailing JIANG ; Jingling ZHAO ; Baoyi GUO ; Zhengzhou YUAN
Chinese Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases 2025;22(5):343-348
Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis(CVST)is one of the significant causes of pediatric stroke.Its clinical manifestations are non-specific,including seizures,altered state of consciousness,and neurological deficits.It is usually associated with a high risk of mortality and disability.Although anticoagulation remains the first-line therapy of CVST in children,some children still experience poor prognosis.In recent years,endovascular treatment(EVT),such as mechanical thrombectomy and intrasinus thrombolysis,has emerged as a crucial therapeutic approach for CVST.This review summarized the advances in EVT for pediatric CVST,aiming to provide insights for optimizing clinical management strategies.
7.Construction of risk prediction model for non-compliance with inhalation medication in COPD patients
Xiaojie YU ; Yanmin ZHAO ; Ailing HU ; Wenming YANG ; Na WANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(11):1391-1395
OBJECTIVE To construct a risk prediction model for non-compliance with inhaled medication in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on 365 COPD patients admitted to the cough and wheeze pharmaceutical care clinic of the First Hospital of Qinhuangdao from October 2021 to October 2023. The patients admitted from October 2021 to June 2023 were selected as the model group (n=303), and the patients admitted from July to October 2023 were selected as the validation group (n=62). The model group was divided into compliance subgroup (n=126) and non-compliance subgroup (n=177). Univariate analysis combined with multivariate Logistic regression analysis were used to analyze the risk factors for non-compliance with inhaled formulations in patients; the risk prediction model was established through regression analysis, and the accuracy of the model prediction was evaluated based on the validation group of patients. RESULTS Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that simultaneous use of 2 inhaled formulations (OR=3.730, 95%CI 1.996-6.971, P<0.001), the number of acute exacerbations within one year ≥2 (OR=2.509, 95%CI 1.509-4.173, P<0.001), smoking (OR=2.167, 95%CI 1.309-3.588, P=0.003), complicated with anxiety/depression (OR=2.112, 95%CI 1.257-3.499, P=0.004) and mMRC grading≥2 levels (OR=1.701, 95%CI 1.014-2.853, P=0.044) were risk factors for non-compliance with inhaled preparations. Based on this, a risk prediction model was established and the ROC curve was drawn. The areas under the curve of the model group and validation group were 0.836 and 0.928, and the overall accuracy of the model’s prediction was 88.71%. CONCLUSIONS The predictive model based on the simultaneous use of 2 inhaled formulations, the number of acute exacerbations within one year ≥2, smoking, complicated with anxiety/depression, mMRC grading ≥2 levels has certain predictive value for the risk of non-compliance with inhaled formulations for COPD patients.
8.Construction of risk prediction model for non-compliance with inhalation medication in COPD patients
Xiaojie YU ; Yanmin ZHAO ; Ailing HU ; Wenming YANG ; Na WANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(11):1391-1395
OBJECTIVE To construct a risk prediction model for non-compliance with inhaled medication in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on 365 COPD patients admitted to the cough and wheeze pharmaceutical care clinic of the First Hospital of Qinhuangdao from October 2021 to October 2023. The patients admitted from October 2021 to June 2023 were selected as the model group (n=303), and the patients admitted from July to October 2023 were selected as the validation group (n=62). The model group was divided into compliance subgroup (n=126) and non-compliance subgroup (n=177). Univariate analysis combined with multivariate Logistic regression analysis were used to analyze the risk factors for non-compliance with inhaled formulations in patients; the risk prediction model was established through regression analysis, and the accuracy of the model prediction was evaluated based on the validation group of patients. RESULTS Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that simultaneous use of 2 inhaled formulations (OR=3.730, 95%CI 1.996-6.971, P<0.001), the number of acute exacerbations within one year ≥2 (OR=2.509, 95%CI 1.509-4.173, P<0.001), smoking (OR=2.167, 95%CI 1.309-3.588, P=0.003), complicated with anxiety/depression (OR=2.112, 95%CI 1.257-3.499, P=0.004) and mMRC grading≥2 levels (OR=1.701, 95%CI 1.014-2.853, P=0.044) were risk factors for non-compliance with inhaled preparations. Based on this, a risk prediction model was established and the ROC curve was drawn. The areas under the curve of the model group and validation group were 0.836 and 0.928, and the overall accuracy of the model’s prediction was 88.71%. CONCLUSIONS The predictive model based on the simultaneous use of 2 inhaled formulations, the number of acute exacerbations within one year ≥2, smoking, complicated with anxiety/depression, mMRC grading ≥2 levels has certain predictive value for the risk of non-compliance with inhaled formulations for COPD patients.
9.Comparison of Direct and Extraction Immunoassay Methods With Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry Measurement of Urinary Free Cortisol for the Diagnosis of Cushing’s Syndrome
Danni MU ; Jiadan FANG ; Songlin YU ; Yichen MA ; Jin CHENG ; Yingying HU ; Ailing SONG ; Fang ZHAO ; Qi ZHANG ; Zhihong QI ; Kui ZHANG ; Liangyu XIA ; Ling QIU ; Huijuan ZHU ; Xinqi CHENG
Annals of Laboratory Medicine 2024;44(1):29-37
Background:
Twenty-four-hour urinary free cortisol (UFC) measurement is the initial diagnostic test for Cushing’s syndrome (CS). We compared UFC determination by both direct and extraction immunoassays using Abbott Architect, Siemens Atellica Solution, and Beckman DxI800 with liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). In addition, we evaluated the value of 24-hr UFC measured by six methods for diagnosing CS.
Methods:
Residual 24-hr urine samples of 94 CS and 246 non-CS patients were collected.A laboratory-developed LC-MS/MS method was used as reference. UFC was measured by direct assays (D) using Abbott, Siemens, and Beckman platforms and by extraction assays (E) using Siemens and Beckman platforms. Method was compared using Passing–Bablok regression and Bland–Altman plot analyses. Cut-off values for the six assays and corresponding sensitivities and specificities were calculated by ROC analysis.
Results:
Abbott-D, Beckman-E, Siemens-E, and Siemens-D showed strong correlations with LC-MS/MS (Spearman coefficient r = 0.965, 0.922, 0.922, and 0.897, respectively), while Beckman-D showed weaker correlation (r = 0.755). All immunoassays showed proportionally positive bias. The areas under the curve were 0.975 for Abbott-D, 0.972 for LCMS/MS, 0.966 for Siemens-E, 0.948 for Siemens-D, 0.955 for Beckman-E, and 0.877 for Beckman-D. The cut-off values varied significantly (154.8–1,321.5 nmol/24 hrs). Assay sensitivity and specificity ranged from 76.1% to 93.2% and from 93.0% to 97.1%, respectively.
Conclusions
Commercially available immunoassays for measuring UFC show different levels of analytical consistency compared to LC-MS/MS. Abbott-D, Siemens-E, and Beckman-E have high diagnostic accuracy for CS.
10.Recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection
Dunjin CHEN ; Yue DAI ; Xinghui LIU ; Hongbo QI ; Chen WANG ; Lan WANG ; Yuan WEI ; Xiaochao XU ; Chuan ZHANG ; Lingli ZHANG ; Yuquan ZHANG ; Ruihua ZHAO ; Yangyu ZHAO ; Borong ZHOU ; Ailing WANG ; Huixia YANG ; Li SONG
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2023;26(6):441-447
The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection has spread worldwide and threatened human's health. With the passing of time, the epidemiology of coronavirus disease 2019 evolves and the knowledge of SARS-CoV-2 infection accumu-lates. To further improve the scientific and standardized diagnosis and treatment of maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection in China, the Chinese Society of Perinatal Medicine of Chinese Medical Association commissioned leading experts to develop the Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Maternal SARS-CoV-2 Infection under the guidance of the Maternal and Child Health Department of the National Health Commission. This recommendations includes the epidemiology, diagnosis, management, maternal care, medication treatment, care of birth and newborns, and psychological support associated with maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection. It is hoped that the recommendations will effectively help the clinical management of maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection.


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