1.Taohong Tongluo granules improve coronary microvascular dysfunction by inhibiting NLRP3/ASC/caspase-1 pathway
Ying ZHANG ; Jingjing FA ; Mingzhu WANG ; Xunjie ZHOU ; Ke LI ; Shuyan HUANG ; Ke WU ; Aoli CHEN ; Deyu FU
Academic Journal of Naval Medical University 2025;46(10):1363-1370
Objective To investigate the cardiac protective effect of Taohong Tongluo granules on coronary microvascular dysfunction(CMD)rats.Methods SD rats were randomly assigned to sham-operated group,CMD group,nicorandil group(5 mg/kg),or Taohong Tongluo granule group(50 mg/kg).Animals were administered corresponding drugs for 7 d according to the grouping,and the CMD model was prepared 2 h after the last administration.The rat CMD model was induced by injecting embolization microspheres(diameter 40-120 μm,approximately 1 000 microspheres)into the left ventricular cavity.Twenty-four hours after modeling,echocardiography was performed to measure the left ventricular ejection fraction(EF),fractional shortening(FS),and end-diastolic volume(EDV).The damaged myocardial area was assessed by 2,3,5-triphenyltetrazolium chloride(TTC)staining.Myocardial morphological changes were observed by hematoxylin-eosin(H-E)staining.The protein expression levels of NOD-like receptor family pyrin domain containing protein 3(NLRP3),apoptosis-associated speck-like protein(ASC),and cysteine aspartic acid specific protease(caspase)-1 in rat myocardial tissue were detected by immunohistochemical staining and Western blotting.Results Echocardiography showed that the EF and FS values in the Taohong Tongluo granule group,CMD group,and nicorandil group were significantly lower than those in the sham-operated group(all P<0.001).The EF and FS values in the Taohong Tongluo granule group and nicorandil group were significantly higher than those in the CMD group(all P<0.01).However,there were no significant differences in EDV among the groups(all P>0.05).H-E staining showed no abnormalities in the myocardium in the sham-operated group.The CMD group exhibited microsphere embolism in the myocardium,myocardial cell dissolution and rupture,and inflammatory infiltration.The lesions in the nicorandil group and the Taohong Tongluo granule group were relatively milder,and the number of thrombi in both groups was lower than that in the CMD group(both P<0.01).The results of TTC staining indicated that the areas of damaged myocardial regions in both the nicorandil group and the Taohong Tongluo granule group were smaller than that in the CMD group(P<0.05 or P<0.01).Moreover,the area in the Taohong Tongluo granule group was smaller than that in the nicorandil group(P<0.05).The results of immunohistochemical staining showed that in the CMD model,the expression of ASC and caspase-1 proteins,as well as the number of positive cells for these proteins,was increased and was distributed in myocardial and interstitial cells.The numbers of ASC and caspase-1 positive cells in the Taohong Tongluo granule group were lower than that in the CMD group(both P<0.01).The Western blotting showed that the expression levels of NLRP3,ASC,and caspase-1 proteins in the Taohong Tongluo granule group were all lower than those in the CMD group(all P<0.05).Conclusion Taohong Tongluo granules can improve cardiac function,ameliorate hemodynamic parameters,and reduce myocardial infarction area in rats with CMD induced by microsphere embolism.The mechanism is related to the inhibition of myocardial inflammasome activation,thereby attenuating the myocardial injuries.
2.Component diagnosis of food allergy: precise identification of allergenic components in egg and milk
Huimin HUANG ; Aoli LI ; Wenting LUO ; Jiale ZHANG ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(8):1278-1284
Food allergy are triggered by an abnormal immune response to specific food components, with milk and eggs being the most common food allergens, especially in children. Food allergy can cause various symptoms such as rashes, difficulty breathing, and digestive issues. Allergen component diagnostics is a technique used to identify specific allergenic proteins, aiding doctors in providing more precise treatment and management recommendations for patients. This article analyzes the latest research developments and clinical significance of milk and egg allergen components based on the " Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0)" issued by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), including their applications in clinical diagnosis, treatment, and management. This article aims to enhance healthcare professionals′ understanding of milk and egg allergies, offering new perspectives and practical guidelines for research and clinical practice to promote accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment strategies.
3.Component-resolved diagnosis: enhancing precision diagnosis and clinical management of shellfish allergies
Jiale ZHANG ; Wenting LUO ; Aoli LI ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(9):1485-1492
Shellfish, being one of the eight major food allergens, affects approximately 3% of the global population. The occurrence of shellfish allergy is not only related to the individual′s immune system sensitivity but is also influenced by geographical environment, food availability, and dietary habits. Although crustaceans (such as shrimp, crab, and lobster) and mollusks (such as oysters, mussels, and squid) are collectively referred to as shellfish, they exhibit significant differences in biological evolution and the spectrum of allergenic molecules they contain, leading to various allergic reactions. Accurate identification of allergenic proteins is crucial for the diagnosis and management of shellfish allergies, with key allergenic protein families including tropomyosin, arginine kinase, and hemocyanin. Furthermore, due to the diversity of shellfish allergens and their cross-reactivity with dust mite and insect allergens, diagnosing and managing shellfish allergies is complex, especially concerning tropomyosin and arginine kinase protein families. Currently, there are no specific immunotherapy treatments for shellfish allergies, and clinical management primarily relies on avoiding allergens and using anti-allergy medications. This article thoroughly interprets the " Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0)" published by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and the latest research on shellfish allergies both domestically and internationally. It highlights the significant role of allergen component diagnostics in optimizing the diagnostic and treatment processes for shellfish allergies, effectively assisting clinicians in accurately identifying common allergens and cross-reactions, thereby providing patients with more personalized diagnosis and treatment plans.
4.Component-resolved diagnostics of fruit and vegetable allergy: precise identification and individualized treatment strategies
Aoli LI ; Jiale ZHANG ; Wenting LUO ; Li LIU ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(10):1631-1639
Vegetable and fruit allergies are common types of food allergies worldwide, most of them are triggered by primary sensitization to pollen. Most allergens in vegetables and fruits belong to a few cross-reactive proteins such as PR-10 proteins, profilins, and nsLTPs. The presence of these allergens in various plants can lead to widespread cross-reactive allergic responses. Component-resolved diagnostics (CRD) can improve diagnostic accuracy by precisely identifying specific allergenic proteins, aiding physicians in making more accurate treatment and management decisions, and reducing unnecessary food avoidance. This article, based on the "Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0)" issued by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), analyzes the primary mechanisms, relevant allergens, and diagnostic and clinical management strategies for vegetable and fruit allergies. By detailing and analyzing these allergenic components, this article may help the healthcare professionals to deep the understandings of vegetable and fruit allergies, offer new perspectives and practical guideline for the research and treatment of these allergies, and promot the development of precise diagnostics and personalized treatment strategies.
5.Clinical diagnosis and management of wheat and buckwheat allergy: application and prospects of allergen component diagnostics
Li LIU ; Jiale ZHANG ; Wenting LUO ; Aoli LI ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(11):1797-1806
Wheat and buckwheat allergies are common food allergies that significantly impact patients′ quality of life and health. Wheat allergy encompasses various forms, including wheat food allergy, exercise-induced allergic reactions (WDEIA), baker′s occupational asthma/allergy, and contact urticaria. IgE-mediated allergic reactions involve sensitization to stable wheat allergens such as ω-5 gliadin and gluten. Although buckwheat allergy is less common, it is gaining attention in certain regions. Allergen component diagnostic technologies, by detecting specific allergen components [e.g., ω-5 gliadin, gliadins (α, β, γ), and Tri a 14], offer precise allergen source identification, aiding in the optimization of diagnosis and management processes. Oral challenge tests are considered the gold standard for diagnosing wheat allergy, and combining skin prick tests with specific IgE measurements can enhance diagnostic accuracy. While avoidance of allergens remains the primary management strategy, research into immunotherapy is ongoing. Future research should focus on a deeper understanding of the structural and immunological characteristics of wheat and buckwheat allergens to develop more accurate diagnostic tools and treatment methods, thereby improving allergy management and patient quality of life. This article provides a detailed interpretation of the Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0) published by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and recent research advances on wheat and buckwheat allergies, highlighting the crucial role of allergen component diagnostics in optimizing food allergy diagnosis and treatment processes, supporting clinicians in accurately identifying common allergens and their cross-reactivity, and formulating more personalized treatment plans for patients.
6.Component diagnosis of food allergy: precise identification of allergenic components in egg and milk
Huimin HUANG ; Aoli LI ; Wenting LUO ; Jiale ZHANG ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(8):1278-1284
Food allergy are triggered by an abnormal immune response to specific food components, with milk and eggs being the most common food allergens, especially in children. Food allergy can cause various symptoms such as rashes, difficulty breathing, and digestive issues. Allergen component diagnostics is a technique used to identify specific allergenic proteins, aiding doctors in providing more precise treatment and management recommendations for patients. This article analyzes the latest research developments and clinical significance of milk and egg allergen components based on the " Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0)" issued by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), including their applications in clinical diagnosis, treatment, and management. This article aims to enhance healthcare professionals′ understanding of milk and egg allergies, offering new perspectives and practical guidelines for research and clinical practice to promote accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment strategies.
7.Component-resolved diagnosis: enhancing precision diagnosis and clinical management of shellfish allergies
Jiale ZHANG ; Wenting LUO ; Aoli LI ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(9):1485-1492
Shellfish, being one of the eight major food allergens, affects approximately 3% of the global population. The occurrence of shellfish allergy is not only related to the individual′s immune system sensitivity but is also influenced by geographical environment, food availability, and dietary habits. Although crustaceans (such as shrimp, crab, and lobster) and mollusks (such as oysters, mussels, and squid) are collectively referred to as shellfish, they exhibit significant differences in biological evolution and the spectrum of allergenic molecules they contain, leading to various allergic reactions. Accurate identification of allergenic proteins is crucial for the diagnosis and management of shellfish allergies, with key allergenic protein families including tropomyosin, arginine kinase, and hemocyanin. Furthermore, due to the diversity of shellfish allergens and their cross-reactivity with dust mite and insect allergens, diagnosing and managing shellfish allergies is complex, especially concerning tropomyosin and arginine kinase protein families. Currently, there are no specific immunotherapy treatments for shellfish allergies, and clinical management primarily relies on avoiding allergens and using anti-allergy medications. This article thoroughly interprets the " Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0)" published by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and the latest research on shellfish allergies both domestically and internationally. It highlights the significant role of allergen component diagnostics in optimizing the diagnostic and treatment processes for shellfish allergies, effectively assisting clinicians in accurately identifying common allergens and cross-reactions, thereby providing patients with more personalized diagnosis and treatment plans.
8.Component-resolved diagnostics of fruit and vegetable allergy: precise identification and individualized treatment strategies
Aoli LI ; Jiale ZHANG ; Wenting LUO ; Li LIU ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(10):1631-1639
Vegetable and fruit allergies are common types of food allergies worldwide, most of them are triggered by primary sensitization to pollen. Most allergens in vegetables and fruits belong to a few cross-reactive proteins such as PR-10 proteins, profilins, and nsLTPs. The presence of these allergens in various plants can lead to widespread cross-reactive allergic responses. Component-resolved diagnostics (CRD) can improve diagnostic accuracy by precisely identifying specific allergenic proteins, aiding physicians in making more accurate treatment and management decisions, and reducing unnecessary food avoidance. This article, based on the "Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0)" issued by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI), analyzes the primary mechanisms, relevant allergens, and diagnostic and clinical management strategies for vegetable and fruit allergies. By detailing and analyzing these allergenic components, this article may help the healthcare professionals to deep the understandings of vegetable and fruit allergies, offer new perspectives and practical guideline for the research and treatment of these allergies, and promot the development of precise diagnostics and personalized treatment strategies.
9.Clinical diagnosis and management of wheat and buckwheat allergy: application and prospects of allergen component diagnostics
Li LIU ; Jiale ZHANG ; Wenting LUO ; Aoli LI ; Baoqing SUN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(11):1797-1806
Wheat and buckwheat allergies are common food allergies that significantly impact patients′ quality of life and health. Wheat allergy encompasses various forms, including wheat food allergy, exercise-induced allergic reactions (WDEIA), baker′s occupational asthma/allergy, and contact urticaria. IgE-mediated allergic reactions involve sensitization to stable wheat allergens such as ω-5 gliadin and gluten. Although buckwheat allergy is less common, it is gaining attention in certain regions. Allergen component diagnostic technologies, by detecting specific allergen components [e.g., ω-5 gliadin, gliadins (α, β, γ), and Tri a 14], offer precise allergen source identification, aiding in the optimization of diagnosis and management processes. Oral challenge tests are considered the gold standard for diagnosing wheat allergy, and combining skin prick tests with specific IgE measurements can enhance diagnostic accuracy. While avoidance of allergens remains the primary management strategy, research into immunotherapy is ongoing. Future research should focus on a deeper understanding of the structural and immunological characteristics of wheat and buckwheat allergens to develop more accurate diagnostic tools and treatment methods, thereby improving allergy management and patient quality of life. This article provides a detailed interpretation of the Molecular Allergology User′s Guide 2.0 (MAUG 2.0) published by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and recent research advances on wheat and buckwheat allergies, highlighting the crucial role of allergen component diagnostics in optimizing food allergy diagnosis and treatment processes, supporting clinicians in accurately identifying common allergens and their cross-reactivity, and formulating more personalized treatment plans for patients.
10.Efficacy and safety evaluation of mobilization and collection of unrelated allogeneic peripheral blood stem cells
Jianli GUO ; Ruihong WU ; Jianhua ZHANG ; Aoli ZHANG ; Yanhong TAN ; Linhua YANG
Journal of Leukemia & Lymphoma 2018;27(2):95-97,102
Objective To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the mobilization and collection of unrelated allogeneic peripheral blood stem cells. Methods The suitable stem cell mobilization plan was made in accordance with the hematopoietic stem cell mobilization plan of China Marrow Donor Program, the ruler of the hospital, and the donor's constitution. The unrelated allogeneic peripheral blood stem cells of 64 healthy donors were collected in the second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University from May 2012 to January 2017. The donor was infected one or several times with the mobilization agent granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) by 5-10 μg·kg-1·d-1. After 3-4 days, peripheral blood hematopoietic stem cells were collected using COBE Spectra blood cell separator. Then, the effect and adverse reaction of donors were analyzed from different age and sex. Results It can achieve the acquisition requirements using 3 or 4 days of mobilization programs, mononuclear cells≥5.0×108/kg, CD34+cells≥2.0×106/kg. The single acquisition success rate (the target acquisition of the number of mononuclear cells and CD34+) up to 65 %, collection efficiency reached 52%, which could reduce the risk of donor and the cost of patients. The quality of donor stem cell of young was better than that of older persons. Sixteen donors (25%) had mild adverse reactions, and no special treatment was required. Conclusions Allogeneic stem cell mobilization is safe. Starting from save medical resources and the interests of the donor the 3 day or 4 days of mobilization scheme could improve the success rate of the single mobilization. During the collection process, the condition of donor hypocalcemia should be observed and health education should be given to relieve the tension of donor.

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