1.Research progress on the intervention of gastroesophageal reflux disease with sleep disorders through the “brain-gut axis”with traditional Chinese medicine
Zezhong TENG ; Liqun LI ; Jinjing TAN ; Sheng XIE ; Chengning YANG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(6):812-816
The comorbidity rate of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep disorders is high, and the two form a vicious circle through the “brain-gut axis”, which seriously impacts the patients’ quality of life. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), guided by the core principles of “holistic concept” and “syndrome differentiation and treatment”, features multi-targeted therapeutic effects with minimal side effects, offering diverse intervention options for clinical practice. From the perspective of the “brain-gut axis”, this article reviews the relationship between the comorbidity of GERD and sleep disorders and systematically examines relevant research findings on how TCM regulates the “brain-gut axis” to intervene in this comorbid condition. The study reveals that the “brain-gut axis” may participate in the pathological progress of GERD accompanied by sleep disorders through pathways such as abnormalities in the secretion of brain-gut peptides (including gastrointestinal secretin), as well as intestinal dysbiosis. By closely focusing on core pathogenic mechanisms such as “disharmony between the liver and stomach” and “insomnia due to stomach disharmony”, various approaches can be employed, including TCM formulas (e.g., modified Sini powder combined with Zuojin pills), external TCM therapies (e.g., back-shu point digital acupressure), and integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine treatments (e.g., modified Chaihu guizhi ganjiang decoction combined with proton pump inhibitors). These methods can regulate the levels of neurotransmitters, gastrointestinal hormones, inflammatory factors, and the composition of intestinal microbiota associated with the “brain-gut axis”, thereby achieving simultaneous improvement in both GERD and sleep disorders.
2.Traditional Chinese Medicine Intervention in Diarrhea-predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Based on Gut-brain Axis: A Review
Jinchan PENG ; Jinxiu WEI ; Zhu LIU ; Lijian LIU ; Liqun LI ; Chengning YANG ; Guangwen CHEN ; Jianfeng LI ; Sheng XIE
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(8):311-319
Diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) is a common digestive system disease with high prevalence and recurrence rates for years, high treatment costs, and serious impacts on patients' quality of life and economic burden. Therefore, it is important to explore new and safe treatment methods. The pathogenesis of IBS-D is complex, in which the gut-brain axis is a key factor. The gut-brain axis, a bidirectional signaling pathway connecting the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system, regulates gastrointestinal motility, secretion, and immune responses, playing a key role in the occurrence and development of IBS-D. Up to now, antidiarrheal agents, probiotics, and neurotransmitter modulators are the main methods for the clinical treatment of IBS-D. Although they can partially curb the progression of this disease, the therapeutic effects remain to be improved. Studies have confirmed that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has significant advantages in the treatment of IBS-D since it can regulate the gut-brain axis via multiple pathways and targets to improve the gastrointestinal motility and strengthen immune defenses. However, there is a lack of systematic reviews on the regulation of the gut-brain axis by TCM in the treatment of IBS-D. Based on the review of IBS-D-related articles published in recent years, this paper systematically summarized the relationship between the gut-brain axis and IBS-D and the role of TCM in the treatment, providing new ideas for the treatment of IBS-D.
3.Effect of platelet-rich fibrin combined with sulfadiazine silver dressing on healing time and curative effect of chronic refractory wounds
Jiabin HUANG ; Chengning LI ; Yunteng YOU ; Minxi CHEN ; Jiurao LIN
Journal of Navy Medicine 2025;46(2):174-178
Objective To explore the effect of platelet-rich fibrin(PRF)combined with sulfadiazine silver dressing on healing time and curative effect of chronic refractory wounds.Methods A total of 126 patients with chronic refractory wounds who were treated in Ningde City Hospital from December 1,2022 to December 1,2023 were selected as research objects.They were randomly divided into control group and experimental group according to odd-even number,with 63 cases in each group.The control group was treated with sulfadiazine silver dressing,and the experimental group was treated with PRF and sulfadiazine silver dressing.The curative effect,wound recovery,serum inflammatory cytokine levels and complications were compared between the two groups.Results The total effective rate of the experimental group was significantly higher than that of the control group([96.83%,61/63]vs[77.78%,49/63],χ2=10.309,P<0.05).The frequency of dressing changes and wound healing time in the experimental group were significantly less than those in the control group([4.44±1.53]times vs[9.16±2.23]times,[15.35±2.29]d vs[20.25±3.24]d,P<0.05).The reduction of wound area in the experimental group was significantly higher than that in the control group([14.95±2.80]cm2 vs[11.21±2.35]cm2,P<0.05).There was no significant difference in serum inflammatory cytokine levels between the two groups before treatment(t=0.209,0.295,0.088,P>0.05).After 14 of treatment,the levels of CRP,PCT,and IL-6 were decreased in both groups,and the levels of CRP,PCT,and IL-6 in the experimental group were significantly lower than those in the control group([1.14±0.86]mg/L vs[2.11±0.75]mg/L,[4.07±0.56]μg/L vs[4.96±0.71]μg/L,[61.54±25.33]ng/L vs[84.48±24.76]ng/L,t=6.748,7.809,5.140,P<0.05).The total incidence of complications in the experimental group was significantly lower than that in the control group(9.52%vs 25.40%,χ2=5.507,P<0.05).Conclusion PRF combined with sulfadiazine silver dressing can increase curative effects,accelerate wound healing,improve serum inflammatory markers,and reduce complications in patients with chronic refractory wounds.
4.Advances in cell models for inherited thrombocytopenia
Yangzhou JIANG ; Chengning TAN ; Zhongjun LI ; Li CHEN
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(12):1801-1811
Inherited thrombocytopenia (IT) is a group of rare hereditary platelet disorders characterized by reduced platelet counts and, sometimes accompanied by platelet dysfunction. This review comprehensively summarizes various cell models used in IT research, which are derived from different sources, including patient-derived primary cells (such as megakaryocytes, platelets, and hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells), stem cell lines (encompassing both adult and pluripotent stem cells), and immortalized megakaryocyte cell lines derived from tumor cells. These cell models provide an indispensable research platform for in-depth exploration of the pathogenesis of IT, screening of potential therapeutic drugs, and evaluation of drug efficacy. Additionally, this review delves into the research progress of utilizing gene editing technologies to simulate IT-causing mutations and their pathogenic mechanisms, and summarizes the application prospects and challenges of in vitro cell models in the field of IT research.
5.Research progress of active components and compounds of traditional Chinese medicine improving liver fibrosis by regulating JAK/STAT signaling pathway
Siming DENG ; Lijian LIU ; Liqun LI ; Chengning YANG ; Jinxiu WEI ; Jianfeng LI ; Mingzhu HUANG ; Lili XIE
China Pharmacy 2024;35(15):1923-1927
Hepatic fibrosis is a pathological process of chronic liver injury. Without timely intervention and treatment, liver fibrosis may eventually lead to liver cirrhosis and cancer. Janus kinase (JAK)/signal transducer and activator of transcription (STAT) signaling pathway is closely associated with the occurrence and development of liver fibrosis. Based on this, this paper summarized and analyzed the mechanism and effects of active ingredients and compounds of traditional Chinese medicine improving liver fibrosis based on JAK/STAT signaling pathway. It is found that the active ingredients and compounds of traditional Chinese medicine that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis (ingredients such as ethanol extract of Euonymus alatus and paclitaxel, as well as compounds such as Ershiwuwei songshi pill and Ganfukang), clear away heat and toxic material (ingredients such as betulinic acid, total flavonoids from Persicaria perfoliata, as well as compounds such as Pianzaihuang and Kehuang capsules), and sooth the liver and promote qi circulation (ingredients such as fraxetin and cucurbitacin B, as well as compounds such as Chaihu shugan powder and Xiaochaihu decoction) can all relieve liver fibrosis by inhibiting the activity of the JAK/STAT signaling pathway, reducing inflammatory reactions, and inhibiting the proliferation of hepatic stellate cells.
6.Traditional Chinese Medicine Intervention in Acute Pancreatitis Based on TLR4 Signaling Pathway: A Review
Zuomei LUO ; Yuqing WANG ; Nan CHEN ; Bingjie HAN ; Liqun LI ; Lijian LIU ; Guangwen CHEN ; Chengning YANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(9):263-271
Acute pancreatitis (AP) is one of the most clinically common acute digestive disorders characterized by quick onset,rapid progression,severe condition,and high mortality. If the disease is not timely intervened in the early stage,it can develop into severe AP in the later stage,which damages the long-term quality of life and brings serious economic burden to patients and their families. However, the pathogenesis of this disease is complex and has not been fully explained. The generation and development of AP is closely related to many signaling pathways. Among them,Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4),as a transmembrane signal transduction receptor,can mediate immune response and inflammatory response,and play a key role in the occurrence and development of AP. Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)can regulate the TLR4 signaling pathway with multiple targets,multiple effects,and multiple administration methods to inhibit inflammatory response,and effectively intervene in the progression of AP, which has gradually become a new craze for preventing and treating AP. Many studies have shown that TCM has obvious advantages in the prevention and treatment of AP. It can effectively treat AP by regulating TLR4 signaling pathway,strengthening immune resistance and defense,and inhibiting inflammatory response. Despite of the research progress,there is still a lack of comprehensive review on TCM regulation of TLR4 signaling pathway in the treatment of AP. Therefore,the literature on TCM regulation of TLR4 signaling pathway published in recent years was systematically reviewed and elaborated,aiming to provide new ideas for the treatment of AP and further drug development.
7.Clinical research progress of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of GERD with anxiety and depression by regulating brain-gut axis
Yuqing WANG ; Zuomei LUO ; Nan CHEN ; Bingjie HAN ; Liqun LI ; Lijian LIU ; Guangwen CHEN ; Chengning YANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(18):2315-2320
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a gastrointestinal motility disorder characterized by the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus, leading to symptoms such as acid reflux and heartburn. The incidence of GERD is closely associated with psychological disorders, including anxiety and depression. The brain-gut axis, serving as a mediator of the bidirectional connection between the brain and the gastrointestinal tract, plays a crucial role in the occurrence and development of GERD with anxiety and depression. Various therapeutic approaches, including compound Chinese medicine internal therapy (such as Pingchong jiangni decoction, Tiaozhong huashi decoction, etc.), combination therapy of internal and external Chinese medicine (such as Lianzhi xiere decoction combined with acupoint application, acupuncture at the back segment of governor vessel plus Chinese medication of soothing the liver and gallbladder, etc.), and combination therapy of internal Chinese and western medicine (including Jianpi shugan decoction combined with rabeprazole, rabeprazole combined with Jianzhong jiangni decoction, etc.), have been shown to regulate brain-gut peptides, intestinal flora, inflammatory factors and gastrointestinal hormones, thereby effectively alleviating GERD symptoms, anxiety and depression, and enhancing patients’ quality of life.
8.Research Progress of Traditional Chinese Medicine Intervention on Sepsis Based on MAPK Signaling Pathway
Jinchan PENG ; Sheng XIE ; Guangyao WANG ; Zhu LIU ; Nan CHEN ; Chengning YANG ; Jing YAN ; Yaoxuan ZENG ; Jincheng QIAN ; Liqun LI
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;26(11):3006-3015
Sepsis is a life-threatening Organ Dysfunction disease caused by the dysregulated response of the body to infection.It is characterized by fever,chills,shortness of breath,altered consciousness,and even severe complications such as Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome(MODS).The morbidity and mortality of this disease are high year after year,and there are problems such as large consumption of medical resources and poor prognosis,which seriously affect the quality of life and economic burden of patients.Therefore,it is important to explore new treatments with high efficiency,safety and low cost.The disease pathogenesis is complex,including inflammation imbalance is the main pathogenesis of sepsis.Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinases(MAPK)signaling pathway is a signaling pathway activated by environmental factors or inflammatory factors,which mediates proliferation,differentiation,inflammatory response and apoptosis,and plays a key role in the occurrence and development of sepsis.At present,antibiotics,fluid resuscitation and mechanical ventilation are the main methods for clinical treatment of sepsis.Although they can curb the progress of some diseases,some treatment effects are not good.A large amount of literature has confirmed that Chinese medicine intervention in sepsis has significant advantages,its through many channels,regulation and control of multiple targets,MAPK signaling pathways,inhibit inflammation,strengthening immune defense and effective in the treatment of sepsis,sepsis is current research hotspot.However,there is still a lack of systematic reviews on the regulation of MAPK signaling pathway by traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of sepsis.Therefore,based on the retrieval database sepsis related literature at home and abroad in recent years,a systemic summary of MAPK signal pathway and sepsis relations and the role of traditional Chinese medicine in them,will be new drugs for the treatment of sepsis and development provides new theoretical support.
9.Research Progress of Traditional Chinese Medicine Intervention on Sepsis Based on MAPK Signaling Pathway
Jinchan PENG ; Sheng XIE ; Guangyao WANG ; Zhu LIU ; Nan CHEN ; Chengning YANG ; Jing YAN ; Yaoxuan ZENG ; Jincheng QIAN ; Liqun LI
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;26(11):3006-3015
Sepsis is a life-threatening Organ Dysfunction disease caused by the dysregulated response of the body to infection.It is characterized by fever,chills,shortness of breath,altered consciousness,and even severe complications such as Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome(MODS).The morbidity and mortality of this disease are high year after year,and there are problems such as large consumption of medical resources and poor prognosis,which seriously affect the quality of life and economic burden of patients.Therefore,it is important to explore new treatments with high efficiency,safety and low cost.The disease pathogenesis is complex,including inflammation imbalance is the main pathogenesis of sepsis.Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinases(MAPK)signaling pathway is a signaling pathway activated by environmental factors or inflammatory factors,which mediates proliferation,differentiation,inflammatory response and apoptosis,and plays a key role in the occurrence and development of sepsis.At present,antibiotics,fluid resuscitation and mechanical ventilation are the main methods for clinical treatment of sepsis.Although they can curb the progress of some diseases,some treatment effects are not good.A large amount of literature has confirmed that Chinese medicine intervention in sepsis has significant advantages,its through many channels,regulation and control of multiple targets,MAPK signaling pathways,inhibit inflammation,strengthening immune defense and effective in the treatment of sepsis,sepsis is current research hotspot.However,there is still a lack of systematic reviews on the regulation of MAPK signaling pathway by traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of sepsis.Therefore,based on the retrieval database sepsis related literature at home and abroad in recent years,a systemic summary of MAPK signal pathway and sepsis relations and the role of traditional Chinese medicine in them,will be new drugs for the treatment of sepsis and development provides new theoretical support.
10.Research progress on the intervention effects of Chinese medicine on microRNA regulating the signaling pathway of ulcerative colitis
Huanying ZHONG ; Lijian LIU ; Jiarun WEI ; Liqun LI ; Chengning YANG ; Chaowei ZHENG ; Qi HE ; Yuyan WANG
China Pharmacy 2023;34(17):2167-2171
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic non-specific inflammatory disease characterized by the damage of the epithelial barrier of the colon and the destruction of immune homeostasis. It has a long course, no recovery and high recurrence rate, and is recognized as a difficult digestive disease. MicroRNA (miRNA) has been confirmed to be specifically or differentially expressed in both UC patients and UC animal models, so miRNA can be used as markers for UC diagnosis or reference for treatment evaluation. TCM therapy has a definite therapeutic effect, a wide range of effects, and minimal side effects in the treatment of UC, so this article takes miRNA as the starting point and systematically elaborates on the mechanism of TCM regulating UC related signaling pathways by regulating the expression of miRNA. The results show that chlorogenic acid, Anchang decoction, and Fuyang huoxue jiedu formula can regulate the expressions of miR-155, miR-146a and miR-31-5p, etc., thereby inhibiting signal transducer and activator of transcription (STAT) signal pathway transduction to improve UC. Limonin, ginsenoside Rh2, artesunate, etc. can inhibit nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) signaling pathway conduction to improve UC by regulating the expressions of miR-214, miR- 155 and miR-19a, etc. Nitidine chloride, berberine, resveratrol, etc. can regulate the expressions of miR-31, miR-146a, miR- 146b, etc., thereby inhibiting the Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) signaling pathway to improve UC. Mango polyphenolics, Compound qinbai granules, and Astragalus membranaceus polysaccharides can regulate the expressions of miR-126 and miR-193a-3p, thereby inhibiting the phosphoinositide 3-kinase/protein kinase B/mammalian target of rapamycin (PI3K/AKT/mTOR) signaling pathway to improve UC.

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