1.Establishment and Evaluation of New Mouse Model of Rheumatoid Arthritis Combined with Interstitial Lung Disease
Liting XU ; Qingyu ZHAO ; Chao YANG ; Lianhua HE ; Congcong SUN ; Shuangrong GAO ; Lili WANG ; Chunfang LIU ; Na LIN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(6):81-90
ObjectiveTo establish a mouse model of rheumatoid arthritis with interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD) in DBA/1 mice using Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg) infection combined with collagen-induced arthritis (CIA), and to comprehensively evaluate pathological characteristics in joints, lungs, and serum. MethodsForty DBA/1 mice were randomly divided into four groups, i.e., Control, Pg infection (Pg), CIA, and Pg infection combined with CIA (Pg+CIA), with 10 mice in each group. Arthritis clinical symptoms were evaluated by recording arthritis incidence and clinical scores. Micro-CT scanning was used to assess knee joint pathology. Histopathological changes and collagen deposition in knee joints and lung tissues were analyzed using hematoxylin-eosin (HE) and Masson staining. Immunohistochemistry was performed to detect protein expression of α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA), typeⅠ collagen (ColⅠ), and fibronectin (FN) in lung tissues. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction(Real-time PCR)was used to measure mRNA expression levels of α-SMA, ColⅠ, FN, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and IL-1β in lung tissues. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect serum levels of Pg, cyclic citrullinated peptide (CCP), and immunoglobulin G (IgG). ResultsJoint lesions: The CIA and Pg+CIA groups showed 100% arthritis incidence, with evident joint redness, swelling, and deformity. The number of affected limbs was 27 and 28, and clinical scores were 68 and 70, respectively. No obvious clinical symptoms were observed in the Pg group. Histopathological and imaging analyses showed severe joint lesions in the CIA and Pg+CIA groups, with significantly increased histopathological scores, bone mineral density, bone volume fraction, trabecular thickness, and trabecular number compared to the Control group (P<0.01). No obvious joint pathology was observed in the Pg group. Lung lesions: The Pg+CIA group exhibited marked alveolar inflammation, interstitial inflammatory cell infiltration, and alveolar wall thickening, with pronounced blue staining of collagen fibers. Histopathological scores and collagen area ratios were significantly higher than those of the Control, Pg, and CIA groups (P<0.05). Lung protein and mRNA expression levels of α-SMA, ColⅠ, and FN were markedly increased, and mRNA levels of IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β were significantly elevated compared to the Control group (P<0.05). Serology: The Pg+CIA group showed significantly higher levels of CCP, Pg, and IgG compared with the Control, Pg, and CIA groups (P<0.05). ConclusionDBA/1 mice subjected to Pg infection combined with CIA exhibited pronounced symptoms and pathological features of RA-ILD, along with elevated serum anti-CCP antibody levels. This model represents a novel RA-ILD mouse model, providing a valuable experimental tool for investigating RA-ILD pathogenesis and developing new therapeutics, and serves as a basis for establishing anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody (ACPA)-positive RA-ILD animal models.
2.A qualitative study of parent-child interactions in infants and toddlers with language delays and an exploration of their application in home intervention
Siwei MA ; Sha LAI ; Chunfang A ; Yuhan LIU ; Binting YANG
Journal of Audiology and Speech Pathology 2025;33(2):119-123
Objective To identify specific behaviors detrimental to language development in parent-child inter-actions among Mandarin-speaking infants and toddlers with language delays,and to provide a foundation for develo-ping parent-involved early intervention programs that enhance language acquisition.Methods A qualitative research design was used,employing interaction analysis and categorical analysis methods.Observations from 30 parent-child interaction videos involving children with delayed language development were analyzed to identify common detrimen-tal behaviors(coding).The validity of the qualitative findings was tested by analyzing 108 parent-child where low-quality parental interactions were identified and provided with five rounds of constructive feedback.Results Two major categories of detrimental behaviors with three aspects and a total of 10 issues were identified:5 issues related to parental interaction skills,3 issues related to mutual influences between parent and child,and 2 issues related to the interaction environment.After 5 rounds of feedback,detrimental behaviors in the 108 parent-child pairs im-proved significantly,with 8 behaviors met the 80%stability standard.Conclusion The study identified and catego-rized behaviors in parent-child interactions that hinder language development in children with language delays.Video-based behavior analysis and feedback can enhance parental interaction skills and create a conductive environ-ment for early language development.
3.A qualitative study of parent-child interactions in infants and toddlers with language delays and an exploration of their application in home intervention
Siwei MA ; Sha LAI ; Chunfang A ; Yuhan LIU ; Binting YANG
Journal of Audiology and Speech Pathology 2025;33(2):119-123
Objective To identify specific behaviors detrimental to language development in parent-child inter-actions among Mandarin-speaking infants and toddlers with language delays,and to provide a foundation for develo-ping parent-involved early intervention programs that enhance language acquisition.Methods A qualitative research design was used,employing interaction analysis and categorical analysis methods.Observations from 30 parent-child interaction videos involving children with delayed language development were analyzed to identify common detrimen-tal behaviors(coding).The validity of the qualitative findings was tested by analyzing 108 parent-child where low-quality parental interactions were identified and provided with five rounds of constructive feedback.Results Two major categories of detrimental behaviors with three aspects and a total of 10 issues were identified:5 issues related to parental interaction skills,3 issues related to mutual influences between parent and child,and 2 issues related to the interaction environment.After 5 rounds of feedback,detrimental behaviors in the 108 parent-child pairs im-proved significantly,with 8 behaviors met the 80%stability standard.Conclusion The study identified and catego-rized behaviors in parent-child interactions that hinder language development in children with language delays.Video-based behavior analysis and feedback can enhance parental interaction skills and create a conductive environ-ment for early language development.
4.Relationship between psychological quality and non-suicidal self-injury behavior in middle school students: path analysis of coping style
Chunfang XIE ; Yang JIANG ; Xinlong TANG ; Jun ZHANG ; Lei CHEN ; Qinghao TONG
Sichuan Mental Health 2024;37(2):162-167
BackgroundNon-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) behavior is highly prevalent in middle school students, which poses a significant risk to the physical and mental health of middle school students, so finding ways to improve the NSSI behavior among middle school students is of great significance for promoting their healthy growth. ObjectiveTo investigate the relationship between psychological quality and NSSI behavior among middle school students in western Anhui, and to examine the pathway of coping style in the above relationship. MethodsFrom November to December 2020, 22 872 middle school students in western Anhui were selected using stratified cluster random sampling method, and were subjected to complete the assessment of Adolescent Non-suicidal Self-injury Assessment Questionnaire (ANSAQ), Adolescent's Psychological Suzhi Scale-Simplified Version (APSS-SV) and Coping Style Scale for Middle School Students (CSSMSS). Spearman correlation analysis was adopted to examine the correlation among scores of scales and the frequency of NSSI behavior in middle school students. Amos 23.0 was utilized to test the pathway of coping style in the relationship between psychological quality and NSSI behavior. ResultsA total of 21 718 (94.95%) middle school students completed the effective questionnaire survey. NSSI behavior was detected in 7 798 middle school students (35.91%). ANSAQ total score and CSSMSS positive coping style score of middle school students were negatively correlated with the frequency of NSSI behavior (r=-0.219, -0.179, P<0.01). CSSMSS negative coping style score was positively correlated with the frequency of NSSI behavior (r=0.093, P<0.01). The direct effect value of psychological quality on the frequency of NSSI behavior was -0.136, and the indirect effect value of coping style on the relationship between psychological quality and the frequency of NSSI behavior was -0.084. Among them, the effect value of positive coping style was -0.122, accounting for 55.45% of the total effect, while the effect value of negative coping style was 0.038, accounting for 17.27% of the total effect. ConclusionCoping style may mediate the relationship between psychological quality and NSSI behavior in middle school students, and the positive coping style and negative coping style play separate roles in the pathway of psychological quality on NSSI behavior.[Funded by 2020 Natural Science Research Project of Anhui Provincial Education Department (number, KJ2020B006)]
5.Network meta-analysis of the modeling effects of different factors on rabbit models of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head
Zhixing HU ; Qun LI ; Chao YANG ; Xiaoxiao WANG ; Luochangting FANG ; Wuqiong HOU ; Na LIN ; Weiheng CHEN ; Chunfang LIU ; Ya LIN
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2024;28(6):976-984
OBJECTIVE:The rabbit model of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head is the most commonly used animal model of femoral head necrosis.The pathological changes of the femoral head are close to clinical practice,however,the conditions,methods and evaluation standards of animal models reported in and outside China are not uniform,which leads to the low scientific value of animal models and is difficult to popularize.This study aimed to clarify the influence of different mold-making conditions on the establishment of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head rabbit model and analyze the appropriate conditions for the successful model establishment. METHODS:We searched the CNKI,WanFang,VIP,CBM,WoS,PubMed and EMbsae databases for the literature on the modeling of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head rabbits up to April 1,2022,completed the screening of the literature according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria and literature quality evaluation,and extracted the outcome index data in the literature.RevMan Stata and ADDIS statistical software were used to conduct a meta-analysis of the included data. RESULTS:(1)A total of 82 articles with 1 366 rabbits were included in the study.The steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head modeling methods were divided into three types:steroid-alone method,steroid combined lipopolysaccharide method and steroid combined serum method.Among these,33 articles used steroid-alone method;20 articles used steroid combined lipopolysaccharide method;29 articles used steroid combined serum method.(2)Meta-analysis results showed that the three modeling methods significantly increased the rate of empty bone lacunae in the femoral head of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head rabbits(P<0.001),and significantly decreased the ratio of the trabecular bone area in the femoral head of steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head rabbits(P<0.001).The order of empty bone lacunae rate of each modeling method was:steroid combined with lipopolysaccharide method>steroid-alone method>steroid combined with serum method>normal group,and the order of trabecular bone area rate of each modeling method was:normal group>steroid combined with serum method>steroid-alone method>steroid combined with lipopolysaccharide method.(3)The results of subgroup analysis suggested that the rate of empty bone lacunae in the rabbit model induced by steroid alone might be related to the rabbit variety and the type of steroid used for modeling(difference between groups P<0.05),in which the combined effect amount of New Zealand white rabbits was higher than that of Chinese white rabbits(P<0.05)and Japanese white rabbits,and the combined effect amount of dexamethasone was higher than that of other steroids.The rate of empty bone lacunae induced by steroid combined with lipopolysaccharide was related to the administration mode of lipopolysaccharide and the type of steroid(P<0.05),among which the combined effect of methylprednisolone sodium succinate was significantly higher than that of other steroids(P<0.05),and the combined effect of prednisolone was significantly lower than that of other steroids(P<0.05).The combined effect of lipopolysaccharide 100 μg/kg×twice was significantly lower than 10 μg/kg×twice and 50 μg/kg×twice(P<0.05).The rate of empty bone lacunae in the model induced by steroid combined with serum was related to serum dose and steroid type(P<0.05),among which the combined effect amount of dexamethasone sodium phosphate was significantly higher than other steroid types(P<0.05),and the combined effect amount of dexamethasone was significantly lower than other steroid types(P<0.05);the combined effect amount of serum"10 mL/kg+6 mL/kg"combined dose was lower than other serum doses(P<0.05). CONCLUSION:(1)With the rate of empty bone lacunae and the ratio of trabecular bone area as the judgment standard for the successful establishment of the model,the three modeling methods can successfully construct the rabbit steroid-induced osteonecrosis of femoral head model,of which the steroid combined with lipopolysaccharide method is the best.(2)New Zealand white rabbits and dexamethasone are recommended when selecting the steroid-alone method.Methylprednisolone sodium succinate and low-dose lipopolysaccharide are recommended when selecting the steroid combined with lipopolysaccharide method.Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is recommended when selecting the steroid combined with serum modeling method.
6.Study on the effect of low-frequency rTMS combined with NJF technique in improving the enhancement of muscular tone after stroke
Liru CUI ; Hanming WANG ; Aoran YANG ; Jian TAN ; Dongliang YANG ; Chunfang LI
China Medical Equipment 2024;21(10):90-95
Objective:To analyze the clinical effect of low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation(rTMS)combined with neuromuscular joint facilitation(NJF)technique in improving the enhancement of muscle tone after stroke.Methods:From October 2020 to October 22,a total of 114 patients with increased muscle tone at lower limb during the recovery period of stroke who admitted to Beijing Rehabilitation hospital were selected,and they were randomly divided into the observation group(57 cases)and the control group(57 cases)according to the random number table method.The control group received routine rehabilitation treatment.The observation group added low-frequency rTMS and NJF training on the basis of the routine rehabilitation treatment.The differences of clinical efficacy and various indicators of muscle tone of lower limb before and after treatment between two groups were compared,which included modified Ashwonh score(MAS)scale,functional ambulation category(FAC)scale of the motor of lower limb,Fugl-Meyer motor function scale-Lower limbs(FMA-L),clinical spasmodic index(CSI),modified Barthel index(MBI)of activity ability of daily life,integrated electromyogram(IEMG)and root mean square(RMS)of tibialis anterior muscle of lower limb in electromyogram.Results:After intervention,29 cases appeared significant effect,and 23 cases appeared valid result,and 5 cases appeared invalid result in the observation group,and 20 cases appeared significant effect,and 20 cases appeared valid result,and 17 cases appeared invalid result in the control group.The total effective rate of the observation group was 91.23%,which was significantly higher than 70.18%of the control group,and the difference was statistically significant(x2=8.111,P<0.05).Before intervention,there was no statistically significant difference in each indicator between the two groups(P>0.05).The MAS score,CSI score,IEMG and RMS of two groups after intervention were significantly lower than those before intervention,while the FAC score,FMA-L score and MBI score were significantly higher than those before intervention,and the differences were significant(t=3.377,4.398,5.554,P<0.05),respectively.At the same time,the MAS score,CSI score,IEMG and RMS of the observation group were significantly higher than those of the control group,and the differences were statistically significant(t=11.160,9.625,16.993,8.095,P<0.05),respectively.Conclusion:The combined application of low-frequency rTMS and NJF training can significantly improve the enhancement of muscle tone after stroke,and effectively reduce the muscle tone of lower limb,and improve the motor function of lower limb and the degree of spasticity,and improve the activity ability of daily life.
7.National Metabolic Management Center(MMC) comprehensive management standards for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia
Weiqing WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Aifang WANG ; Chunfang WEN ; Fanrong TIAN ; Guang NING ; Ping FENG ; Dalong ZHU ; Libin LIU ; Bangqun JI ; Heng SU ; Jianling DU ; Shu LI ; Yunsong LI ; Liu YANG ; Li LI ; Shengli WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Yubo SHA ; Ping ZHANG ; Yawei ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Qidong ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Dong ZHAO ; Zhigang ZHAO ; Tingyu KE ; Yu SHI ; Xuejiang GU ; Ning XU ; Fengmei XU ; Zuhua GAO ; Rong TANG ; Qijuan DONG ; Songbo FU ; Yi SHU ; Weici XIE ; Yuancheng DAI
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2024;40(12):1007-1023
Diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, collectively referred to the " Three Highs, " represent increasingly prevalent metabolic risk factors in China. Many individuals experience all three conditions concurrently, significantly heightening the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Although the National Metabolic Management Center(MMC) has been established for over eight years and has its unique features, the awareness, treatment, and control rates of these diseases in China remain low, and the efficiency of community management is insufficient. According to the previous two editions of management guidelines and the most recent domestic and international diagnostic and treatment guidelines, this paper conducts an in-depth analysis of the operational experience and management strategies of the MMC. Its aim is to improve the efficiency of grassroots MMC mode management for " Three Highs" patients and ensure that patients receive more standardized management.
8.National Metabolic Management Center(MMC) comprehensive management standards for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia
Weiqing WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Aifang WANG ; Chunfang WEN ; Fanrong TIAN ; Guang NING ; Ping FENG ; Dalong ZHU ; Libin LIU ; Bangqun JI ; Heng SU ; Jianling DU ; Shu LI ; Yunsong LI ; Liu YANG ; Li LI ; Shengli WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Yubo SHA ; Ping ZHANG ; Yawei ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Qidong ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Dong ZHAO ; Zhigang ZHAO ; Tingyu KE ; Yu SHI ; Xuejiang GU ; Ning XU ; Fengmei XU ; Zuhua GAO ; Rong TANG ; Qijuan DONG ; Songbo FU ; Yi SHU ; Weici XIE ; Yuancheng DAI
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2024;40(12):1007-1023
Diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, collectively referred to the " Three Highs, " represent increasingly prevalent metabolic risk factors in China. Many individuals experience all three conditions concurrently, significantly heightening the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Although the National Metabolic Management Center(MMC) has been established for over eight years and has its unique features, the awareness, treatment, and control rates of these diseases in China remain low, and the efficiency of community management is insufficient. According to the previous two editions of management guidelines and the most recent domestic and international diagnostic and treatment guidelines, this paper conducts an in-depth analysis of the operational experience and management strategies of the MMC. Its aim is to improve the efficiency of grassroots MMC mode management for " Three Highs" patients and ensure that patients receive more standardized management.
9.Effect of transcranial direct current stimulation combined with robotic therapy on the rehabilitation of upper-limb motor function of hemiplegic stroke patients
Fei YANG ; Chunfang WANG ; Changcheng SUN ; Jingang DU
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2023;46(2):132-137
Objective:To investigate the effect of cathodic transcranial direct current stimulation (ctDCS) combined with upper limb robot therapy (RT) on the rehabilitation of upper limb motor function in stroke patients.Methods:Forty patients with stroke hemiplegia who met the enrollment criteria were randomly divided into a pseudo-stimulation group ( n = 20) and a stimulation group ( n = 20). In addition to conventional treatment in both groups, ctDCS + RT was used in the stimulation group, and sham stimulation + RT was used in the sham-stimulation group. Treatment was performed 10 times, 5 times per week, for 30 minutes each time. Patients in both groups were evaluated before, during, and after treatment using the Brunnstrom Staging Scale, the Modified Barthel Index (MBI) scale, and the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS), respectively. Results:Compared with the same group before treatment, there were statistically significant differences in Brunnstrom’s rating grade Ⅳ for upper limbs and hands in both groups during and after treatment (all P < 0.05). Compared with the same group during treatment, there were statistically significant differences in Brunnstrom’s rating grade Ⅳ for upper limbs and hands in both groups after treatment (all P < 0.05). MBI scores were higher in two groups during and after treatment compared to the same group before treatment (all P < 0.05). MBI scores were higher in two groups after treatment compared to the same group during treatment (all P < 0.05). The MBI scores after treatment in the stimulation group were higher than those in the pseudo-stimulation group ( P < 0.05). The MAS scores of elbow flexion grade 2 and extension grade 4 and shoulder flexion grade 2, extension grade 2, adduction grade 2, and abduction grade 2 were lower in both groups after treatment compared with the same group before treatment (all P < 0.05). Conclusions:Cathodic transcranial direct current stimulation combined with robotic therapy can effectively promote upper limb motor function rehabilitation in stroke patients and is superior to upper limb robotic therapy alone.
10.Meta-analysis of Effect of Tripterygium wilfordii Polyglycoside Tablets Combined with Methotrexate and/or Leflunomide on Autoantibodies in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Chao YANG ; Zhixing HU ; Ruirui MING ; Tengteng XU ; Luochangting FANG ; Xiaoxiao WANG ; Taixian LI ; Lin CHEN ; Chunfang LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2023;29(5):39-48
ObjectiveTo evaluate the effect of Tripterygium wilfordii polyglycoside tablets (TWPT) combined with conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (csDMARDs) including methotrexate (MTX) and/or leflunomide (LEF) on autoantibodies in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. MethodPubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), VIP, Wanfang Data, and China Biomedical Literature Service System (SinoMed) were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of TWPT combined with MTX and/or LEF in the treatment of RA patients from database inception to December 1, 2021. Primary outcome indicators included rheumatoid factor (RF) and anti-citrullinated protein antibody (ACPA), and secondary outcome indicators included immunoglobulin (IgA, IgG, and IgM) and adverse drug events (ADE). ResultThirty-one RCTs, involving 2 643 adult patients, were included, including 20 RCTs of TWPT combined with MTX, 10 of TWPT combined with LEF, and one of TWPT combined with MTX and TWPT. The follow-up time ranged from two weeks to 13 months. Compared with csDMARDs alone, TWPT combined with other drugs significantly improved serum RF of RA patients [SMD=-2.45, 95% CI [-2.97, -1.93], P<0.000 01], anti-CCP [SMD=-1.41, 95% CI (-2.35, -0.48), P=0.003], IgM [SMD=-1.90, 95% CI (-3.03, -0.76), P=0.001], and IgA [SMD=-1.18, 95% CI (-2.23, -0.12), P=0.03]. There were no significant effects on IgG [SMD=-1.02, 95% CI (-2.04, 0.01), P=0.05] and ADE [RR=0.87, 95% CI (0.66, 1.15), P=0.32]. ConclusionThe results of this study show that compared with csDMARDs alone, TWPT combined with csDMARDs can effectively improve the levels of autoantibodies in RA patients without increasing the incidence of ADE. However, due to the limited quality and quantity of the included RCTs, the relevant conclusions are only used as a reference for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of RA, and more high-quality studies are still needed to further confirm their efficacy.

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