1.Research progress on the relationship between anxiety-depressive disorders and headache:From comorbidity to secondary causation
Journal of Apoplexy and Nervous Diseases 2025;42(9):855-860
Anxiety-depressive disorders are closely associated and frequently comorbid with headache (especially primary headache), which significantly increases the disease burden of patients and the difficulties of treatment. Anxiety-depressive disorders can not only increase the risk of primary headache but also directly cause headache attributed to anxiety-depressive disorders. There are complex mechanisms underlying the comorbidity of anxiety-depressive disorders and headache, and currently, there is still a lack of diagnostic criteria for "headaches attributed to anxiety-depressive disorders", which requires future research to delve deeper into the comorbidity mechanisms and optimize diagnostic criteria. This article reviews the interrelationship between anxiety-depressive disorders and headache, as well as related advances in diagnosis, underlying mechanisms, and treatment, so as to provide help for clinical diagnosis and management.
2.TMAO promotes disorders of lipid metabolism in psoriasis.
Rao LI ; Boyan HU ; Manyun MAO ; Wangqing CHEN ; Wu ZHU
Journal of Central South University(Medical Sciences) 2025;50(3):331-343
OBJECTIVES:
Psoriasis is associated with lipid metabolism disorders, but the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study aims to investigate the role of trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) in lipid metabolism dysregulation in psoriasis.
METHODS:
An imiquimod (IMQ)-induced psoriasis-like mouse model was used to assess lipid metabolism parameters, TMAO levels, and liver flavin monooxygenase 3 (FMO3) mRNA expression. Blood samples from healthy individuals and psoriatic patients were collected to measure serum TMAO levels and lipid profiles. To clarify the role of TMAO in the lipid metabolism disorder of mice with psoriasis model, exogenous TMAO, choline, or 3,3-dimethyl-1-butanol (DMB) were administered via intraperitoneal injections or diet in IMQ-treated mice. Liver tissues from the mouse models were subjected to RNA sequencing to identify TMAO-regulated signaling pathways.
RESULTS:
IMQ-induced psoriatic mice exhibited abnormal glucose, insulin, and lipid levels. IMQ treatment also downregulated the hepatic mRNA expression of glucose transporter 2 (Glut2) and silence information regulator 1 (Sirt1), while upregulating glucose transporter 4 (Glut4) and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ). Elevated serum TMAO levels were observed in both psoriatic patients and IMQ-treated mice. Additionally, liver FMO3 mRNA expression was increased in the psoriatic mouse model. In patients, TMAO levels positively correlated with Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) scores, serum triglyceride (TG), and total cholesterol (TC) levels. The intraperitoneal injection of TMAO exacerbated lipid dysregulation in IMQ-treated mice. A choline-rich diet further aggravated lipid abnormalities and liver injury in psoriatic mice, whereas DMB treatment alleviated these effects. RNA-Seq analysis demonstrated that TMAO upregulated hepatic microRNA-122 (miR-122), which may suppress the expression of gremlin 2 (GREM2), thus contributing to lipid metabolism disorder.
CONCLUSIONS
TMAO may promote lipid metabolism dysregulation in psoriasis by modulating the hepatic miR-122/GREM2 pathway.
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Methylamines/blood*
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Mice
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Psoriasis/chemically induced*
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Lipid Metabolism/drug effects*
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Humans
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Male
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Liver/metabolism*
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Female
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Oxygenases/genetics*
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Disease Models, Animal
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Lipid Metabolism Disorders/etiology*
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Adult
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Mice, Inbred C57BL
3.Drug delivery systems based on mesoporous silica nanoparticles for the management of hepatic diseases.
Boyan LIU ; Wenshi LIU ; Miao XU ; Tongyi ZHAO ; Bingxin ZHOU ; Ruilin ZHOU ; Ze ZHU ; Xuchun CHEN ; Zhiye BAO ; Keke WANG ; Heran LI
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(2):809-833
The liver performs multiple life-sustaining functions. Hepatic diseases, including hepatitis, cirrhosis, and hepatoma, pose significant health and economic burdens globally. Along with the advances in nanotechnology, mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) exhibiting diversiform size and shape, distinct morphological properties, and favorable physico-chemical features have become an ideal choice for drug delivery systems and inspire alternative thinking for the management of hepatic diseases. Initially, we introduce the physiological structure of the liver and highlight its intrinsic cell types and correlative functions. Next, we detail the synthesis methods and physicochemical properties of MSNs and their capacity for controlled drug loading and release. Particularly, we discuss the interactions between liver and MSNs with respect to the passive targeting mechanisms of MSNs within the liver by adjusting their particle size, pore diameter, surface charge, hydrophobicity/hydrophilicity, and surface functionalization. Subsequently, we emphasize the role of MSNs in regulating liver pathophysiology, exploring their value in addressing liver pathological states, such as tumors and inflammation, combined with multi-functional designs and intelligent modes to enhance drug targeting and minimize side effects. Lastly, we put forward the problems, challenges, opportunities, as well as clinical translational issues faced by MSNs in the management of liver diseases.
4.Clinical evaluation methods for craniovertebral junction abnormalities
Jialu WANG ; Boyan ZHANG ; Maoyang QI ; Hongfeng MENG ; Tianyu JIN ; Zan CHEN ; Wanru DUAN
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2024;62(3):260-264
Craniovertebral junction malformation is a congenital malformation located in the foramen magnum and upper cervical spine, including bone and nerve malformation, resulting in motor and sensory disorders, cerebellar and lower cranial nerves, etc. The evaluation methods of clinical symptoms and efficacy of craniovertebral junction malformation are important for the surgical indications and effects, mainly including the evaluation of clinical symptoms and the quality of life. At present, the commonly used methods in clinical work and literature are the Japanese orthopaedic association scores, visual analogue scales, 36-item short-form health survey, etc. Most of these clinical evaluations are not aimed at craniovertebral junction diseases but focus on the description of a certain type of clinical symptoms. Chicago Chiari outcome scale and syringomyelia outcome scale of Xuanwu hospital are dedicated to Craniovertebral junction malformation, but more clinical studies are needed to prove their effectiveness. Based on the literature reports, this article reviewed the previous clinical evaluation methods of craniovertebral junction malformation and discusses their applications and limitations.
5.Clinical evaluation methods for craniovertebral junction abnormalities
Jialu WANG ; Boyan ZHANG ; Maoyang QI ; Hongfeng MENG ; Tianyu JIN ; Zan CHEN ; Wanru DUAN
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2024;62(3):260-264
Craniovertebral junction malformation is a congenital malformation located in the foramen magnum and upper cervical spine, including bone and nerve malformation, resulting in motor and sensory disorders, cerebellar and lower cranial nerves, etc. The evaluation methods of clinical symptoms and efficacy of craniovertebral junction malformation are important for the surgical indications and effects, mainly including the evaluation of clinical symptoms and the quality of life. At present, the commonly used methods in clinical work and literature are the Japanese orthopaedic association scores, visual analogue scales, 36-item short-form health survey, etc. Most of these clinical evaluations are not aimed at craniovertebral junction diseases but focus on the description of a certain type of clinical symptoms. Chicago Chiari outcome scale and syringomyelia outcome scale of Xuanwu hospital are dedicated to Craniovertebral junction malformation, but more clinical studies are needed to prove their effectiveness. Based on the literature reports, this article reviewed the previous clinical evaluation methods of craniovertebral junction malformation and discusses their applications and limitations.
6.Periodontitis exacerbates pulmonary hypertension by promoting IFNγ+T cell infiltration in mice
Meng XIAOQIAN ; Du LINJUAN ; Xu SHUO ; Zhou LUJUN ; Chen BOYAN ; Li YULIN ; Chen CHUMAO ; Ye HUILIN ; Zhang JUN ; Tian GUOCAI ; Bai XUEBING ; Dong TING ; Lin WENZHEN ; Sun MENGJUN ; Zhou KECONG ; Liu YAN ; Zhang WUCHANG ; Duan SHENGZHONG
International Journal of Oral Science 2024;16(2):359-369
Uncovering the risk factors of pulmonary hypertension and its mechanisms is crucial for the prevention and treatment of the disease.In the current study,we showed that experimental periodontitis,which was established by ligation of molars followed by orally smearing subgingival plaques from patients with periodontitis,exacerbated hypoxia-induced pulmonary hypertension in mice.Mechanistically,periodontitis dysregulated the pulmonary microbiota by promoting ectopic colonization and enrichment of oral bacteria in the lungs,contributing to pulmonary infiltration of interferon gamma positive(IFNγ+)T cells and aggravating the progression of pulmonary hypertension.In addition,we identified Prevotella zoogleoformans as the critical periodontitis-associated bacterium driving the exacerbation of pulmonary hypertension by periodontitis,and the exacerbation was potently ameliorated by both cervical lymph node excision and IFNγ neutralizing antibodies.Our study suggests a proof of concept that the combined prevention and treatment of periodontitis and pulmonary hypertension are necessary.
7.The measurement and application of imaging evaluation parameters for cranio-cervical junction osseous and neural abnormalities:a review
Tianyu JIN ; Jialu WANG ; Boyan ZHANG ; Maoyang QI ; Zan CHEN ; Wanru DUAN
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2023;61(11):1024-1029
Cranio-cervical junction (CVJ) anomalies encompass a spectrum of bone,soft tissue,and neural structural abnormalities,including basilar invagination,platybasia,atlantoaxial dislocation,tonsillar herniation,and occipito-cervical fusion.Given the frequent coexistence of these anomalies and the intricate anatomical variations involved,precise imaging techniques and evaluation parameters are crucial for accurate disease characterization and treatment assessment.Since the 1930s,various parameters,such as the McRae line,Chamberlain line,Wackenheim line,and clivo-axial angle,have been widely employed for evaluating basilar invagination and platybasia.The advent of MRI and CT has further expanded the repertoire of parameters,including sagittal tilt,coronal tilt,medullary spinal angle,and intricate multi-axis evaluation systems.In this review,we summarize the relevant imaging parameters and their corresponding measurement techniques from previous literature,emphasizing high-sensitivity,consistent,and evidence-based parameters.This study aims to provide valuable insights for the imaging evaluation of CVJ anomalies.
8.The measurement and application of imaging evaluation parameters for cranio-cervical junction osseous and neural abnormalities:a review
Tianyu JIN ; Jialu WANG ; Boyan ZHANG ; Maoyang QI ; Zan CHEN ; Wanru DUAN
Chinese Journal of Surgery 2023;61(11):1024-1029
Cranio-cervical junction (CVJ) anomalies encompass a spectrum of bone,soft tissue,and neural structural abnormalities,including basilar invagination,platybasia,atlantoaxial dislocation,tonsillar herniation,and occipito-cervical fusion.Given the frequent coexistence of these anomalies and the intricate anatomical variations involved,precise imaging techniques and evaluation parameters are crucial for accurate disease characterization and treatment assessment.Since the 1930s,various parameters,such as the McRae line,Chamberlain line,Wackenheim line,and clivo-axial angle,have been widely employed for evaluating basilar invagination and platybasia.The advent of MRI and CT has further expanded the repertoire of parameters,including sagittal tilt,coronal tilt,medullary spinal angle,and intricate multi-axis evaluation systems.In this review,we summarize the relevant imaging parameters and their corresponding measurement techniques from previous literature,emphasizing high-sensitivity,consistent,and evidence-based parameters.This study aims to provide valuable insights for the imaging evaluation of CVJ anomalies.
9.Risk factors analysis and risk prediction model construction for delayed intestinal paralysis after complete laparoscopic right hemicolectomy combined with intraperitoneal thermal perfusion chemotherapy
Boyan LIU ; Yang YAN ; Yuhui CHEN ; Shidong HU ; Yu YANG ; Songyan LI
Practical Oncology Journal 2023;37(6):472-477
Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the risk factors for delayed postoperative ileus(PPOI)in colon cancer patients undergoing complete laparoscopic right hemicolectomy combined with intraperitoneal thermal perfusion chemotherapy(HIPEC),and establish a risk prediction model.Methods A retrospective analysis was performed on the case data of 68 colon canc-er patients who underwent complete laparoscopic right hemicolectomy combined with HIPEC at the Department of General Surgery,the First Medical Center of PLA General Hospital from January 2018 to January 2021.The incidence of PPOI was statistically analyzed,and its risk factors were analyzed.A nomogram of risk prediction model was constructed and the effectiveness was verified.Results Among the 83 patients,26 cases(31.3%)developed PPOI.Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that diabetes(OR=14.820,95%CI:2.819-77.918),previous abdominal surgery(OR=6.514,95%CI:1.433-29.604),preoperative Hb<9 g/L(OR=5.338,95%CI:1.197-23.809),intraoperative hemorrhage more than 200 mL(OR=4.869,95%CI:1.213-19.544),and not close the mesangial hiatal(OR=5.462,95%CI:1.408-21.186)were the risk factors for PPOI.Based on the results of multiva-riate analysis,a risk prediction model for ROC curve and PPOI nomogram was constructed.The internal validation consistency index(C-index)was 0.85(95%CI:0.735-0.957).Conclusion The risk factors for PPOI after complete laparoscopic right hemicolec-tomy combined with HIPEC are diabetes,previous abdominal surgery,preoperative Hb<9 g/L,intraoperative hemorrhage more than 200 mL,and failure to close the mesangial hiatal.The constructed nomogram of risk prediction model for PPOI after complete laparo-scopic right hemicolectomy has a good evaluating effect and clinical application value.
10.Effects of Dexmedetomidine on Regional Cerebral Oxygen Saturation and Cerebral Function in Patients underwent Intracranial Aneurysm Embolization
Huajuan LEI ; Yongjie TENG ; Qi ZHOU ; Meng CHEN ; Chunhui LI ; Jinjing HE ; Xinyu XIAO ; Cun MA ; Boyan LIU
China Pharmacy 2021;32(7):865-869
OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effects of dexmedetomidine on regional cerebral oxygen saturation and cerebral function in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization. METHODS :Totally 44 patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization in the First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of TCM during Jun. 2017-Aug. 2019 were collected and randomly divided into group D (22 cases)and group C (22 cases). Ten minutes before anesthesia induction ,group D was given intravenous injection of Dexmedetomidine hydrochloride injection 1 μg/kg;group C was given buffered normal saline 20 μL. Both groups were induced with Propofol emulsion injection+Midazolam injection+Fentanyl citrate injection+Cisatracurium besylate for injection. During the operation ,group D was given Dexmedetomidine hydrochloride injection 0.5 μg(/ kg·h)+Fentanyl citrate injection+Benzsulfosum atracurium for injection+Propofol emulsion injection to maintain anesthesia ;group C was continuously pumped with buffered normal saline 0.5 μg(/ kg·h)+Fentanyl citrate injection + Benzsulfosum aratracurium for injection Propofol emulsion injection to maintain anesthesia. Before anesthesia induction (T0), immediately after anesthesia。induction (T1), 1 min after tracheal intubation (T2), immediately after operation finished (T3),immediately afte extubation(T4),the mean arterial pressure(MAP),heart rate 中国药房 2021年第32卷第7期 China Pharmacy 2021Vol. 32 No. 7 ·865· (HR),regional cerebral oxygen satur ation(rSO2)were observed in 2 groups. The levels of neuron specific enolase (NSE)and S100 β protein in serum were measured at T1,T3,6 h after operation (T6). The recovery time ,intraoperative blood loss , nitroglycerin amount and the occurrence of ADR were recorded. RESULTS :MAP and HR of group D at T 2-T4 were significantly lower than those at T 0;MAP and HR of group C at T 2-T4 were significantly higher than those at T 0;the group D were significantly lower than the group C at the same period (P<0.05);there was no statistical significance in rSO 2 between 2 groups at T 0-T4(P> 0.05). The levels of serum NSE and S 100β protein in 2 groups at T 3 were significantly higher than at T 1;those in 2 groups at T 6 were significantly lower than at T 3,but those of group D were significantly lower than the group C at T 3(P<0.05);there was no statistical significance in the levels of serum NSE or S 100β protein between 2 groups at T 1(P>0.05). The recovery time of anesthesia,the amount of nitroglycerin ,the incidence of tachycardia ,nausea and vomiting ,restlessness,shivering and cough in group D were significantly shorter or lower than group C (P<0.05);there was no statistical significance in the intraoperative blood loss between 2 groups(P>0.05). CONCLUSIONS :Dexmedetomidine can maintain the hemodynamic stability of patients with intracranial aneurysm embolization during the perioperative period ,has little effect on rSO 2 and brain function ,and has good safety.

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