1.Banxia Shumitang plus Zhizichi Tang Regulates PINK1/Parkin Signaling Pathway-mediated Mitochondrial Autophagy to Prevent and Treat Insomnia with Depression
Chunfeng XIAO ; Peishuai GONG ; Yini ZHANG ; Ping WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):33-46
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect and mechanism of Banxia Shumitang plus Zhizichi Tang (BZ) on PTEN-induced kinase 1 (PINK1)/Parkin signaling pathway in regulating mitochondrial autophagy in preventing insomnia with depression. MethodsSeventy-two 6-week-old male Kunming mice were randomized into a normal group, a model group, low-dose, medium-dose, and high-dose BZ groups (BZ-L, BZ-M, BZ-H, 2.92, 5.85, 11.7 g·kg-1), and an estazolam (0.21 mg·kg-1) group. Insomnia model was established on days 1 to 3. p-Chlorophenylalanine (PCPA) was injected intraperitoneally at a dose of 400 mg·kg-1 into mice of the model group and administration groups for 3 consecutive days. Then, the classic depression model was established with chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS) for 28 consecutive days. Administration and modeling were performed simultaneously. After gavage, 24 h spontaneous activity test was performed to test sleep state, and sugar preference test and open field test were performed to evaluate anxiety-like state. The morphological changes of the hypothalamus were observed by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining, and the number of Nissl bodies was observed by Nissl staining. The ultrastructure of mitochondria was observed by transmission electron microscopy. The mitochondrial membrane potential assay kit (JC-1) was used to examine the mitochondrial function, and a biochemical assay kit was used to measure the ATP content in the hypothalamus. The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) was determined by the immunofluorescence assay, and the serum levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), noradrenalin (NE), and cortisol (CORT) were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Western blot and Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) were employed to determine the expression of PINK1, Parkin, microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3 (LC3), and isolator protein 1 (p62) at protein and mRNA levels, respectively. ResultsThe 24 h spontaneous activity test showed that compared with the normal group, the model group did not exhibit circadian rhythm characteristics in their spontaneous activity time, while the circadian rhythm characteristics were restored in each treatment group (P<0.05). The sucrose preference test indicated that compared with that in the normal group, the sucrose preference rate in the model group reduced (P<0.01), and compared with that in the model group, the sucrose preference rate in each treatment group increased (P<0.01). The open field test revealed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited decreased movement distance, average speed, frequency of visits to the central area, and time spent in the central area (P<0.01), and compared with those in the model group, these parameters in each treatment group increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). HE staining showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited disarrangement of neurons in the hypothalamus, enlarged intercellular space, and severe nuclear condensation, while the degree of hypothalamic neuronal damage in each treatment group was alleviated. Nissl staining indicated that compared with the normal group, the model group demonstrated aggravated neuronal damage and increased damaged cells (P<0.01). Compared with that in the model group, the number of damaged cells in each treatment group decreased (P<0.01). Transmission electron microscopy showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited mitochondrial swelling and rupture in the hypothalamus, with visible autophagic lysosomes in the cytoplasm. Compared with those in the model group, only a few autophagic lysosomes were observed in the BZ-L group, and the degree of mitochondrial swelling and rupture was alleviated in the other treatment groups. ROS immunofluorescence assay showed that compared with the normal group, the model group displayed enhanced red fluorescence intensity of mitochondrial ROS (P<0.01), which was attenuated in each treatment group (P<0.01). Mitochondrial membrane potential assay showed that compared with the normal group, the model group had declined mitochondrial membrane potential (P<0.01), which was recovered in each treatment group (P<0.05, P<0.01). The biochemical assay of ATP levels indicated that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited decreased ATP content (P<0.01), which rebound in each treatment group (P<0.05, P<0.01). ELISA showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited decreased 5-HT content and increased NE and CORT content (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, each treatment group showed increased 5-HT content (P<0.01) and reduced NE content (P<0.01) and CORT content (P<0.05, P<0.01). Western blot of the hypothalamus showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited downregulated protein levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.01) and upregulated protein level of p62 (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, each treatment group showed upregulated protein levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.05, P<0.01) and downregulated protein level of p62 (P<0.05, P<0.01). Real-time PCR showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited downregulated mRNA levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.01) and upregulated mRNA level of p62 (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, each treatment group showed upregulated mRNA levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.01) and downregulated mRNA level of p62 (P<0.01). ConclusionBZ can ameliorate the insomnia and anxiety state of mice by regulating PINK1/Parkin signaling pathway to improve the mitochondrial function, enhance mitochondrial autophagy, protect neurons, and repair damaged nerve cells.
2.Banxia Shumitang plus Zhizichi Tang Regulates PINK1/Parkin Signaling Pathway-mediated Mitochondrial Autophagy to Prevent and Treat Insomnia with Depression
Chunfeng XIAO ; Peishuai GONG ; Yini ZHANG ; Ping WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):33-46
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect and mechanism of Banxia Shumitang plus Zhizichi Tang (BZ) on PTEN-induced kinase 1 (PINK1)/Parkin signaling pathway in regulating mitochondrial autophagy in preventing insomnia with depression. MethodsSeventy-two 6-week-old male Kunming mice were randomized into a normal group, a model group, low-dose, medium-dose, and high-dose BZ groups (BZ-L, BZ-M, BZ-H, 2.92, 5.85, 11.7 g·kg-1), and an estazolam (0.21 mg·kg-1) group. Insomnia model was established on days 1 to 3. p-Chlorophenylalanine (PCPA) was injected intraperitoneally at a dose of 400 mg·kg-1 into mice of the model group and administration groups for 3 consecutive days. Then, the classic depression model was established with chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS) for 28 consecutive days. Administration and modeling were performed simultaneously. After gavage, 24 h spontaneous activity test was performed to test sleep state, and sugar preference test and open field test were performed to evaluate anxiety-like state. The morphological changes of the hypothalamus were observed by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining, and the number of Nissl bodies was observed by Nissl staining. The ultrastructure of mitochondria was observed by transmission electron microscopy. The mitochondrial membrane potential assay kit (JC-1) was used to examine the mitochondrial function, and a biochemical assay kit was used to measure the ATP content in the hypothalamus. The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) was determined by the immunofluorescence assay, and the serum levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), noradrenalin (NE), and cortisol (CORT) were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Western blot and Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) were employed to determine the expression of PINK1, Parkin, microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3 (LC3), and isolator protein 1 (p62) at protein and mRNA levels, respectively. ResultsThe 24 h spontaneous activity test showed that compared with the normal group, the model group did not exhibit circadian rhythm characteristics in their spontaneous activity time, while the circadian rhythm characteristics were restored in each treatment group (P<0.05). The sucrose preference test indicated that compared with that in the normal group, the sucrose preference rate in the model group reduced (P<0.01), and compared with that in the model group, the sucrose preference rate in each treatment group increased (P<0.01). The open field test revealed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited decreased movement distance, average speed, frequency of visits to the central area, and time spent in the central area (P<0.01), and compared with those in the model group, these parameters in each treatment group increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). HE staining showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited disarrangement of neurons in the hypothalamus, enlarged intercellular space, and severe nuclear condensation, while the degree of hypothalamic neuronal damage in each treatment group was alleviated. Nissl staining indicated that compared with the normal group, the model group demonstrated aggravated neuronal damage and increased damaged cells (P<0.01). Compared with that in the model group, the number of damaged cells in each treatment group decreased (P<0.01). Transmission electron microscopy showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited mitochondrial swelling and rupture in the hypothalamus, with visible autophagic lysosomes in the cytoplasm. Compared with those in the model group, only a few autophagic lysosomes were observed in the BZ-L group, and the degree of mitochondrial swelling and rupture was alleviated in the other treatment groups. ROS immunofluorescence assay showed that compared with the normal group, the model group displayed enhanced red fluorescence intensity of mitochondrial ROS (P<0.01), which was attenuated in each treatment group (P<0.01). Mitochondrial membrane potential assay showed that compared with the normal group, the model group had declined mitochondrial membrane potential (P<0.01), which was recovered in each treatment group (P<0.05, P<0.01). The biochemical assay of ATP levels indicated that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited decreased ATP content (P<0.01), which rebound in each treatment group (P<0.05, P<0.01). ELISA showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited decreased 5-HT content and increased NE and CORT content (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, each treatment group showed increased 5-HT content (P<0.01) and reduced NE content (P<0.01) and CORT content (P<0.05, P<0.01). Western blot of the hypothalamus showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited downregulated protein levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.01) and upregulated protein level of p62 (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, each treatment group showed upregulated protein levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.05, P<0.01) and downregulated protein level of p62 (P<0.05, P<0.01). Real-time PCR showed that compared with the normal group, the model group exhibited downregulated mRNA levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.01) and upregulated mRNA level of p62 (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, each treatment group showed upregulated mRNA levels of PINK1, Parkin, and LC3 (P<0.01) and downregulated mRNA level of p62 (P<0.01). ConclusionBZ can ameliorate the insomnia and anxiety state of mice by regulating PINK1/Parkin signaling pathway to improve the mitochondrial function, enhance mitochondrial autophagy, protect neurons, and repair damaged nerve cells.
3.All-inside versus traditional techniques of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction:meta-analysis of therapeutic efficacy and radiological outcomes
Feng WANG ; Chunfeng CAO ; Chao HE ; Tao ZHANG ; Zixian ZHOU ; Fengchen ZHU
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(35):7629-7638
OBJECTIVE:To compare the clinical efficacy and radiological results of arthroscopic all-inside technique and traditional technique in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.METHODS:Databases such as CNKI,WanFang,VIP,PubMed,Web of Science,Embase,and Cochrane Library were searched for literature on all-inside technique and traditional technique in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.The search time was from the establishment of each database to September 2024.Meta-analysis was conducted on the included literature.RESULTS:(1)A total of 17 articles were included in the meta-analysis,with 631 patients in the all-inside technique reconstruction group and 626 patients in the traditional technique reconstruction group.The earliest time for the last follow-up was half a year after surgery,and the latest was 5 years after surgery.Most follow-up period was 2 years.(2)Meta-analysis results showed that compared with traditional anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction,the all-inside technique had a thicker graft during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction[mean difference(MD)=0.20,95%confidence interval(CI)(0.09,0.31),P=0.000 5],smaller postoperative maximum diameter[standardized mean difference(SMD)=-3.64,95%CI(-6.00,-1.28),P=0.002]and volume[SMD=-3.69,95%CI(-5.37,-2.00),P<0.000 1]of the tibial tunnel,and higher International Knee Documentation Committee subjective scores[MD=2.41,95%CI(0.49,4.32),P=0.01]and Lysholm scores[MD=1.11,95%CI(0.42,1.8),P=0.002]2 years after surgery.However,the operation time was relatively longer[MD=10.06,95%CI(4.71,15.4),P=0.000 2],and the knee stability was poorer after 2 years[SMD=0.3,95%CI(0.04,0.55),P=0.02].No significant differences were found between the two groups in the following aspects:the subjective scores of the International Knee Documentation Committee at 6 months and 1 year postoperatively[MD=-0.05,95%CI(-1.96,1.83),P=0.96;MD=0.51,95%CI(-1.17,2.19),P=0.55];the difference in anterior laxity of bilateral knees at 1 year postoperatively[SMD=-0.02,95%CI(-0.3,0.27),P=0.9];the Lysholm score at 6 months postoperatively[MD=0.87,95%CI(-0.15,1.89),P=0.09];the objective score of the International Knee Documentation Committee at the last follow-up[RR=0.95,95%CI(0.86,1.06),P=0.37];the American Knee Society Score at the last follow-up[MD=0.33,95%CI(-0.55,1.21),P=0.47];the Tegner score at the last follow-up[MD=0.05,95%CI(-0.11,0.22),P=0.53];the negative rate of the pivot shift test at the last follow-up[RR=0.92,95%CI(0.83,1.01),P=0.09];the postoperative revision rate at the last follow-up[RR=2.2,95%CI(0.98,4.92),P=0.05];and the result of the single-leg hop test at the last follow-up[MD=-0.06,95%CI(-4.99,4.86),P=0.98].CONCLUSION:There were no significant differences in most functional outcome scores and the position of the tibial tunnel between the all-inside technique and the traditional technique after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.The all-inside technique was more favorable in terms of subjective International Knee Documentation Committee scores and Lysholm scores at 2 years postoperatively.Meanwhile,the knee joint was more stable 2 years after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using the traditional technique.In addition,it was found that the graft was thicker during the all-inside technique,while the diameter and volume of the tibial tunnel were smaller postoperatively,with more bone tissue preserved.Nevertheless,the operation time of the all-inside technique was longer.
4.The correlation between carotid plaque parameters of dual-energy CT angiography and the occurrence of acute stroke events
He ZHANG ; Juan LONG ; Dexing ZHOU ; Pan YU ; Xuefu XIA ; Cong SONG ; Yong WANG ; He ZHANG ; Lili ZHU ; Chunfeng HU ; Kai XU ; Yankai MENG
Journal of Practical Radiology 2025;41(6):910-914
Objective To investigate the correlation between dual-energy computed tomography angiography(CTA)parameters of carotid plaques and acute stroke events.Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical and imaging data of patients who underwent dual-energy head and neck CTA and brain MRI scans.Utilizing the Siemens workstation(Syngo.Via VB40B),region of interest(ROI)were placed on the thickest slice of the carotid plaque in the axial plane to obtain parameters such as fat fraction(FF),virtual non-contrast(VNC)value,iodine concentration(IC),electron density(Rho),effective atomic number(Zeff),dual energy index(DEI),spectral curve,and corresponding CT values at 40 keV(40 keVHU)and 90 keV(90 keVHU).The slope of the energy spectrum curve(λ)was calculated within the 40 keV-90 keV range.Patients with acute cerebral infarction(ACI)in the ipsilateral anterior circulation territory were classified into the ACI group,while those without were classified into the non-acute cerebral infarction(NACI)(NACI group).Qualitative data were analyzed using the x2 test,and quantitative data were analyzed using the t-test.The predictive performance was assessed using the area under the curve(AUC)of the receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve,and the differences between different ROC curves were compared using the DeLong test.Results A total of 72 patients were included,with 21 in the ACI group and 51 in the NACI group.The mean values of FF,Zeff,and 40 keVHU in the ACI group were greater than those in the NACI group.Statistically significant differences were observed between the groups for Zeff,DEI,40 keVHU,and λ(P<0.05).40 keVHU demonstrated the highest predictive performance,and the AUC,sensitivity,and specificity was 0.789,81.0%,and 74.5%,respectively.A combined variable constructed through logistic regression analysis yielded an AUC,sensitivity,and specificity of 0.796,85.7%,and 70.6%,respectively,with no significant statistical differences compared to single factor variables.Conclusion Dual-energy CTA parameters of carotid plaques may aid in predicting intraplaque hemorrhage(IPH)and the occurrence of acute stroke events.
5.Analysis of risk factors for respiratory failure in Klebsiella pneumoniae pneumonia
Xuewen DU ; Chunfeng WU ; Yongjie WANG
China Modern Doctor 2025;63(32):8-11
Objective To explore the risk factors of respiratory failure(RF)in patients with Klebsiella pneumoniae pneumonia(KPN).Methods A total of 79 KPN patients admitted to Jilin Provincial People's Hospital from July 2023 to July 2024 were selected as subjects.Patients were divided into RF group(n=42)and non-RF group(n=37)based on RF comorbidity status.Independent risk factors for RF comorbidity were identified through univariate analysis and multivariate Logistic regression,with model predictive performance evaluated using receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve.Results Compared to non-RF group,serum procalcitonin(PCT)levels were higher and serum albumin(ALB)and oxygenation index were lower in RF group(P<0.05).Univariate analysis identified age,bedridden status,number of comorbidities,PCT,oxygenation index,ALB,multi-lobar infiltration,and mechanical ventilation as significant predictors of RF development in KPN patients.Multivariate Logistic analysis showed that elevated PCT levels,decreased oxygenation index,and reduced ALB were independent risk factors for RF in KPN patients,with area under the ROC curve of predictive model being 0.884.Conclusion When blood PCT is elevated,blood ALB is reduced,and the oxygenation index is decreased,the likelihood of RF in KPN patients is significantly increased.
6.Research on the Dimensional Construction,Dynamic Evolution,and Pathway Innovation of Medical-Preventive Integration in County-Level Medical Communities
Chunfeng YUAN ; Yu QIAN ; Xiaohe WANG
Chinese Hospital Management 2025;45(12):17-21
Grounded in the Healthy China strategy,it employs integrated healthcare service theory,collaborative governance theory,and symbiosis theory to systematically analyze the conceptual connotation of medical-preventive integration within county-level medical communities and clarify its seven-dimensional framework of medical-preventive integration.These dimensions encompass resource integration,management integration,information integration,team integration,service integration,assessment integration,and cultural integration.The study delineates its three-phase dynamic evolution characterized by"interaction,coordination,and symbiosis"and outlines future development paths:constructing an intelligent integrated platform,delivering continuous services across the prevention-treatment-rehabilitation continuum,and fostering a multi-stakeholder collaborative governance framework.The findings provide both theoretical foundations and policy recommendations to support the high-quality development of medical-preventive integration in county-level medical communities.
7.Disease burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease under the hierarchical medical system based on medical internet of things
Huanying WANG ; Fengli SI ; Yiqun JIANG ; Peng WU ; Xiaobo SONG ; Bangfeng ZHAO ; Chunfeng SHENG ; Xun XU ; Fan LI ; Tingting WU
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners 2025;24(8):978-984
Objective:To evaluate the impact of implementing a regional hierarchical medical management model based on the medical internet of things (medical IoT) on the frequency of emergency department visits and hospitalizations, as well as related medical expenses, in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).Methods:This retrospective study included COPD patients enrolled in the regional hierarchical medical management system based on Medical IoT across 21 community health service centers in Songjiang District, Shanghai, between July 2017 and May 2018. Utilizing patient data from the year prior to enrollment as the baseline, changes in the number of emergency visits, hospitalizations, and associated medical costs during the first and second years of management were compared. Changes for patients receiving drug treatment were also analyzed.Results:A total of 973 COPD patients were enrolled. The mean age was 75.2±17.0 years, and 64.34% (626/973) were male. Compared to baseline, all COPD patients in the first year of management showed significant reductions: emergency visits decreased by 33.67%, total emergency costs by 45.60%, hospitalizations by 27.15%, and total hospitalization costs by 25.42%. In the second year, reductions were: emergency visits by 28.08%, total emergency costs by 36.10%, hospitalizations by 35.26%, and total hospitalization costs by 18.13% (all P<0.05). Among patients receiving drug therapy, reductions in the first year were: emergency visits by 39.66%, total emergency costs by 47.54%, hospitalizations by 25.19%, and total hospitalization costs by 28.40%. In the second year, reductions were: emergency visits by 46.98%, total emergency costs by 45.99%, hospitalizations by 41.98%, and total hospitalization costs by 24.94% (all P<0.05). No significant differences were observed before and after management for patients without drug treatment. Conclusion:The implementation of the regional hierarchical medical management model based on Medical IoT significantly reduced the frequency of emergency visits and hospitalizations, as well as related costs, for COPD patients.
8.Dosimetric evaluation of intensity modulated proton therapy and photon volumetric modulated arc therapy for bilateral breast cancer
Zhongkai JIANG ; Chunfeng FANG ; Lulu LI ; Zishen WANG ; Yumei LI ; Shouping XU
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2025;45(7):647-654
Objective:To evaluate the dosimetric characteristics of intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) and photon volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) in radiation therapy planning for patients with bilateral breast cancer after breast-conserving surgery.Methods:On the computed tomography localization images of 18 patients with bilateral breast cancer, target volumes and organs at risk were contoured to develop both IMPT and VMAT plans for each patient. Two IMPT plans were designed based on the clinical target volume (CTV) with robust optimization (RO-IMPT) and the planning target volume (PTV) without RO (NonRO-IMPT), respectively. The RO-IMPT, NonRO-IMPT, and VMAT plans were normalized such that the prescription dose could cover 95% of the target volume. The dosimetric parameters of target volumes and organs at risk were evaluated, and the dosimetric characteristics of the two techniques were compared.Results:In terms of target volumes, the RO-IMPT group showed significantly lower D1%, Dmean, and homogeneity index (HI) and a significantly higher D99% of the CTV than those of the PTV in the VMAT group ( t=-8.96, -8.21, -8.13, 4.96, P<0.05). The NonRO-IMPT group showed significantly lower D1%, Dmean, and HI and a significantly higher conformity index of the PTV than those of the PTV in the VMAT group ( t=-7.75, -6.25, -6.11, 7.53, P<0.05). In terms of organs at risk, the two IMPT groups showed significantly lower values than the VMAT group for the V5- V30 and Dmean of the whole lungs, V5- V40 and Dmean of the heart, D1% and Dmean of the left anterior descending coronary artery, D1% of the spinal cord, Dmean of normal tissues, and Dmean of the skin ( t= -28.47 to -3.25, P<0.05). There was no significant difference in any other evaluation indices ( P>0.05). Conclusions:Both IMPT and VMAT can meet the clinical requirements of radiotherapy plans following breast-conserving surgery for bilateral breast cancer. IMPT has apparent advantages over VMAT in protecting organs at risk.
9.Transcranial ultrasound imaging characteristics of 6-OHDA Parkinson's disease rats and their correlation with motor deficits and pathological changes
Ying ZHANG ; Qingyuan LIU ; Jian WU ; Min YANG ; Fen WANG ; Yingchun ZHANG ; Chunfeng LIU
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2025;34(3):239-246
Objective:To analyze transcranial sonography(TCS)imaging characteristics of rats with 6-hydroxydopamine hydrochloride(6-OHDA)and explore the correlations between the imaging characteristics with motor deficits and pathological changes.Methods:Twenty-nine male SD rats were divided into 3 groups:8 in the no-treatment control(NC)group,10 in the Sham group and 11 in the 6-OHDA group. The model for Sham/Parkinson's disease(PD)was established by stereotacticly injecting saline/6-OHDA containing ascorbic acid to bilateral substantia nigra pars compacta(SNpc). After three weeks,the models were stable. At the fourth week and seventh week,the behavioral testing was accomplished. The TCS examination was performed weekly at the same time for four weeks. At the eighth week,the rats were sacrificed for pathology.Results:①Behavioral testing:6-OHDA group showed asymmetric motor deficits and the difference was significant compared with the NC group and Sham group(both P<0.001). ②TCS examination:compared with the NC and Sham group,there were asymmetric substantia nigra hyperechogenicity(SNH)in 6-OHDA group(both P<0.05);meanwhile the area of SNH in the left was significantly larger in the right side( P<0.05).No significant change in SNH area was found during the continuous observation period of weeks 4-7. For 6-OHDA group,the area of SNH was negatively correlated with the number of forelimb wall-touches( r=-0.825, P<0.001). ③Pathological examination:compared with NC group and sham group,the substantia nigra(SN)of 6-OHDA group showed a series of pathological events,including dopaminergic(DA)neurons asymmetrically decreasing,asymmetric ironion deposition and the number of active microglia increasing(all P<0.05). Correlation analysis showed that the area of SNH was negatively correlated with the number of DA neurons survivors( r=-0.689, P=0.013),while the activation of microglial and the deposition of iron were positively correlated with the area of SNH( r=0.915,0.735;all P<0.001). Conclusions:Asymmetric SNH of 6-OHDA PD rats is a representation of asymmetric motor deficits,and the mechanism is related to a catalogue of asymmetric pathological changes in SN,which comprise DA neurons decreasing,asymmetric iron ions deposition,microglial activating.
10.Establishment and evaluation of a new large animal model for fetal cardiopulmonary bypass
Kaiyu WANG ; Qingqing MENG ; Dasheng NING ; Chunfeng ZHU ; Jinjin YU ; Jimei CHEN ; Jian ZHUANG ; Haiyun YUAN
Chinese Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2025;41(10):599-605
Objective:In order to reduce the trauma associated with fetal cardiopulmonary bypass(F-CPB), Our team plans to develop a minimally invasive F-CPB through a small incision in the right axilla. The efficacy of this technique will be verified by using a big experimental animal model, thereby laying the foundation for fetal cardiac surgery supported by F-CPB in the future.Methods:Ten pregnant sheep were divided into F-CPB group(n=5) and control group(n=5). After fasting for 24 h, fetal lambs in the F-CPB group underwent a right axillary incision to establish F-CPB running for 1 h; The control group of fetal lambs only expose heart 1 h without F-CPB. Collect blood sample for laboratory test at the CPB vehicle before(T0), 30 min(T1), and 1 h after F-CPB running(T2) for the F-CPB group and through Superior Vena Cava before(T0), 30 min(T1), and 1 h after F-CPB running(T2) for the control group.Results:The blood routine indicators such as RBC, HCT, and Hb in the F-CPB group of fetal lambs decreased significantly during F-CPB, and their distribution showed significant statistical differences compared with the control group( P<0.05). There were no significant statistical differences in blood gas indicators such as pH, PO 2, PCO 2, and lactate concentration between the F-CPB group and the control group( P>0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in the concentration of cTnI in fetal lamb serum at each time point( P>0.05). There were significant statistical differences( P<0.05) in the distribution of fetal lamb Alb, γ-GGT, CK concentration and cholesterol concentration at various time points in the F-CPB group compared with the control group in liver function examination. In addition, the distribution of BUN in fetal lambs showed a significant difference between the two groups( P=0.006). Conclusion:A minimally invasive F-CPB via small incision in the right axilla is safe and feasible. The experimental animal model has demonstrated that this technique has minimal impact on the vital organ functions and internal environment of fetal lambs, thereby laying the foundation for clinical fetal cardiac surgery in the future.

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