1.Unveiling the renoprotective mechanisms of self-assembled herbal nanoparticles from Scutellaria barbata and Scleromitrion diffusum in acute kidney injury: A nano-TCM approach.
Lunyue XIA ; Qunfang YANG ; Kangzhe FU ; Yutong YANG ; Kaiyue DING ; Yuexue HUO ; Lanfang ZHANG ; Yunong LI ; Borong ZHU ; Peiyu LI ; Yijie HUO ; Liang SUN ; Ya LIU ; Haigang ZHANG ; Tao LIU ; Wenjun SHAN ; Lin ZHANG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(8):4265-4284
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a critical clinical condition characterized by rapid renal function decline, with high morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has shown potential effects on mitigating oxidative stress and programmed cell death in AKI models. Scutellaria barbata D. Don (SB) and Scleromitrion diffusum (Willd.) R. J. Wang (SD), a classic TCM herbal pair exhibited anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities. Using advanced chromatographic separation technology, we enriched the effective fractions of water extracts from SB-SD, obtaining self-assembled herbal nanoparticles (SB and SD nanoparticles, SSNPs) rich in flavonoids and terpenoids. These SSNPs demonstrated robust antioxidant properties in vitro and mitigated AKI progression in vivo by activating the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway. Oral administration of SSNPs in mice resulted in absorption into the bloodstream, formation of a protein corona, reduced macrophage phagocytosis, and enhanced bioavailability and renal targeting. Furthermore, we investigated the self-assembly principle of SSNPs using representative flavonoids and terpenoids. Kinetic studies and in situ transmission electron microscopy (in situ TEM) revealed that these compounds self-assemble via supramolecular forces like hydrogen bonding and π-π interactions, forming stable nanostructures. This study elucidates the renoprotective effects and mechanisms of SB and SD, and provides a novel approach for the development of TCM-based nanomedicines, highlighting the potential of nano-TCM in AKI treatment.
2.Transcriptomic analysis of differentially expressed genes in newly excysted juvenile Clonorchis sinensis cultured in vitro
Fengxi XIAN ; Borong LI ; Xueling DENG ; Yuhong WU ; Shitao LI ; Yiqi JIANG ; Siying ZHOU ; Linrui LI ; Zhanshuai WU ; Zeli TANG
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses 2025;41(7):718-725
This study was aimed at investigating differentially expressed genes(DEGs)in Clonorchis sinensis(C.sinensis)meta-cercariae and newly excysted juveniles(NEJs)cultured in vitro for 1 hour or 3 hours,through transcriptomic analysis.Our objective was to explore the mechanisms underlying host invasion.Metacercariae were digested and isolated from Pseudorasbora parva infected with C.sinensis.The metacercariae excysted and developed into NEJs in vitro.Subsequently,the mRNA of metacercariae and NEJs cultured in vitro for 1 hour or 3 hours was extracted for transcriptomic sequencing analysis to screen for DEGs,and to conduct GO and KEGG analyses.A protein-protein interaction network(PPI)was constructed to identify hub genes.A total of 1 218 DEGs were de-tected.The main enriched GO terms of DEGs included transcription regulator activity and gated channel activity(primarily K+).The KEGG pathways significantly enriched in DEGs included cholesterol metabolism,lysosome,synthesis,secretion,and action of para-thyroid hormone.ZFAND4-2,BIRC6,and other genes were screened and identified as hub genes through PPI network analysis.Addi-tionally,abundant differential expression of cathepsin-related genes,including Cathepsin L and Cathepsin F,were observed before and after excystment in C.sinensis.Therefore,significant transcriptional level changes occurred in the metacercariae of C.sinensis be-fore and after excystation,and enrichment was observed primarily in signaling pathways,such as activation of growth and material me-tabolism,that regulate parasite growth and development.Meanwhile,biological events conducive to parasite invasion,migration,and adhesion were triggered.
3.Transcriptomic analysis of differentially expressed genes in newly excysted juvenile Clonorchis sinensis cultured in vitro
Fengxi XIAN ; Borong LI ; Xueling DENG ; Yuhong WU ; Shitao LI ; Yiqi JIANG ; Siying ZHOU ; Linrui LI ; Zhanshuai WU ; Zeli TANG
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses 2025;41(7):718-725
This study was aimed at investigating differentially expressed genes(DEGs)in Clonorchis sinensis(C.sinensis)meta-cercariae and newly excysted juveniles(NEJs)cultured in vitro for 1 hour or 3 hours,through transcriptomic analysis.Our objective was to explore the mechanisms underlying host invasion.Metacercariae were digested and isolated from Pseudorasbora parva infected with C.sinensis.The metacercariae excysted and developed into NEJs in vitro.Subsequently,the mRNA of metacercariae and NEJs cultured in vitro for 1 hour or 3 hours was extracted for transcriptomic sequencing analysis to screen for DEGs,and to conduct GO and KEGG analyses.A protein-protein interaction network(PPI)was constructed to identify hub genes.A total of 1 218 DEGs were de-tected.The main enriched GO terms of DEGs included transcription regulator activity and gated channel activity(primarily K+).The KEGG pathways significantly enriched in DEGs included cholesterol metabolism,lysosome,synthesis,secretion,and action of para-thyroid hormone.ZFAND4-2,BIRC6,and other genes were screened and identified as hub genes through PPI network analysis.Addi-tionally,abundant differential expression of cathepsin-related genes,including Cathepsin L and Cathepsin F,were observed before and after excystment in C.sinensis.Therefore,significant transcriptional level changes occurred in the metacercariae of C.sinensis be-fore and after excystation,and enrichment was observed primarily in signaling pathways,such as activation of growth and material me-tabolism,that regulate parasite growth and development.Meanwhile,biological events conducive to parasite invasion,migration,and adhesion were triggered.
4.Complications of silicone prosthesis implant/expander breast reconstruction and related treatments
Kai YANG ; Xiancheng WANG ; Yang SUN ; Xiang XIONG ; Xianxi MENG ; Wenbo LI ; Xiaofang LI ; Borong FANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2024;30(4):370-376
Objective:To investigate the complications and related etiologies after immediate silicone implant and immediate two-stage tissue expander/implant breast reconstruction.Methods:A retrospective study was conducted in 23 patients who underwent implant or tissue expander/implant breast reconstruction surgery from June 2016 to October 2019. The etiology, medical history and clinical symptoms of each patient were analyzed and related treatments were carried out depending on its complication.Results:All patients were followed up for 3-12 months after surgery. Among the 23 patients, a total of 8 patients had different types of postoperative complications. Partial necrosis of the nipple-areola complex occurred in 1 case, postoperative infection in 2 cases, 2 patients experienced deviation of the implant or tissue expander and displacement of the nipple-areola complex in 3 cases. All complications were treated accordingly, and a good therapeutic effect was finally maintained.Conclusions:For patients with complications after immediate silicone implant and two-stage tissue expander/implant breast reconstruction, treatment should be carried out according to the causes of complications in time. In this way, patient can get better prognosis.
5.Efficacy and Safety of Pulse Magnetic Therapy System in Insomnia Disorder: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Jiwu LIAO ; Sisi WANG ; Borong ZHOU ; Wei LIANG ; Ping MA ; Min LIN ; Weisen LIN ; Congrui LI ; Xiaotao ZHANG ; Hongyao LI ; Yin CUI ; Jiajia HU ; Yuanyi QIN ; Yanhua DENG ; Aibing FU ; Tianhua ZHU ; Shanlian ZHANG ; Yunhong QU ; Lu XING ; Wumei LI ; Fei FENG ; Xinping YAO ; Guimei ZHANG ; Jiyang PAN
Psychiatry Investigation 2023;20(6):559-566
Objective:
This study’s objective is to assess the efficacy and safety of Pulsed Magnetic Therapy System (PMTS) in improving insomnia disorder.
Methods:
Participants with insomnia disorder were randomly assigned to receive either PMTS or sham treatment for four weeks (n= 153; PMTS: 76, sham: 77). Primary outcomes are the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) scores at week 0 (baseline), 1, 2, 3, 4 (treatment), and 5 (follow-up). Secondary outcomes are the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index at baseline and week 4, and weekly sleep diary-derived values for sleep latency, sleep efficiency, real sleep time, waking after sleep onset, and sleep duration.
Results:
The ISI scores of the PMTS group and the sham group were 7.13±0.50, 11.07±0.51 at week 4, respectively. There was a significant group×time interaction for ISI (F3.214, 485.271=24.25, p<0.001, ηp 2=0.138). Only the PMTS group experienced continuous improvement throughout the study; in contrast, the sham group only experienced a modest improvement after the first week of therapy. At the end of the treatment and one week after it, the response of the PMTS group were 69.7% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 58.6%–79.0%), 75.0% (95% CI: 64.1%–83.4%), respectively, which were higher than the response of the sham group (p<0.001). For each of the secondary outcomes, similar group×time interactions were discovered. The effects of the treatment persisted for at least a week.
Conclusion
PMTS is safe and effective in improving insomnia disorders.
6.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.
7.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 ; Ai-Ling WANG ; Huixia YANG ; Li SONG
Maternal-Fetal Medicine 2023;05(2):74-79
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 accumulates. 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.
8.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 ; Ai-Ling WANG ; Huixia YANG ; Li SONG
Maternal-Fetal Medicine 2023;05(2):74-79
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 accumulates. 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.
9.Effact of 3D simulation on Rhinoplasty Outcomes Evaluation
Jinyuan CHANG ; Xiancheng WANG ; Yang SUN ; Xiang XIONG ; Xianxi MENG ; Fanglin ZENG ; Yuanming YANG ; Ying LIANG ; Yiming HU ; Conghang JIANG ; Xiaofang LI ; Borong FANG
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2021;37(8):949-952
Objective:To evaluate the effect of preoperative 3D simulation on the evaluation of rhinoplasty.Methods:From December 2017 to March 2019, patients in the Department of Burn and Plastic Surgery of the Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University were randomly selected as the research subjects. According to whether they had received 3D simulation before surgery, they were divided into the experimental group (after 3D simulation before comprehensive surgery) and the control group (without 3D simulation before comprehensive surgery). Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Rhinoplasty Outcomes Evaluation (ROE ) questionnaires were used to evaluate the satisfaction of all patients preoperative and one month after surgery.Results:At the beginning of this study, a total of 97 cases were included, 97 cases were given questionnaires, and 60 cases were effectively recovered, 30 cases in each group.There was statistical significance in the improvement of the postoperative VAS scores between the experimental group and the control group ( P<0. 05). The mean improvement in the experimental group was (4. 10±0. 88) points, while the mean improvement in the control group was (2. 53±0. 73) points. There was statistical significance in the improvement of the postoperativeROE satisfaction scores between the two groups. The average preoperative satisfaction score of the experimental group was (29. 5±9. 7) points, which increased to (77. 3±13. 7) points after surgery. In the control group, the average satisfaction score was (30. 4±11. 3) points before surgery and increased to (62. 7±23. 4) points after surgery. Conclusions:3D simulation before nasal synthesis can improve the postoperative satisfaction of patients.VAS and ROE questionnaires are good tools for evaluating the effect of comprehensive rhinoplastic surgery.
10.Effact of three-dimentional simulation on rhinoplasty outcomes evaluation
Jinyuan CHANG ; Xiancheng WANG ; Yang SUN ; Xiang XIONG ; Xianxi MENG ; Fanglin ZENG ; Yuanming YANG ; Ying LIANG ; Yiming HU ; Conghang JIANG ; Xiaofang LI ; Borong FANG
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2021;37(11):1256-1259
Objective:To evaluate the effect of preoperative 3D simulation on the evaluation of rhinoplasty.Methods:From December 2017 to March 2019, patients in the Department of Burn and Plastic Surgery of the Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University were randomly selected as the research subjects. According to whether they had received 3D simulation before surgery, they were divided into the experimental group (after 3D simulation before comprehensive surgery) and the control group (without 3D simulation before comprehensive surgery). Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Rhinoplasty Outcomes Evaluation (ROE) questionnaires were used to evaluate the satisfaction of all patients preoperatively and one month after surgery.Results:At the beginning of this study, a total of 97 cases were included. 97 cases were given questionnaires, and 60 cases were effectively recovered.There were 30 cases in each group. There was statistical significance in the improvement of the postoperative VAS scores between the experimental group and the control group ( P<0.05). The mean improvement in the experimental group was (4.10±0.88) points, while the mean improvement in the control group was (2.53±0.73) points. There was statistical significance in the improvement of the postoperative ROE satisfaction scores between the two groups. The average preoperative satisfaction score of the experimental group was (29.5±9.7) points, which increased to (77.3±13.7) points after surgery.In the control group, the average satisfaction score was (30.4±11.3) points before surgery and increased to (62.7±23.4) points after surgery. Conclusions:3D simulation before nasal synthesis can improve the postoperative satisfaction of patients. VAS and ROE questionnaires are good tools for evaluating the effect of comprehensive rhinoplastic surgery.

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