1.Construction and Application of "Source-Pivot-Convergence" Pattern Identification and Treatment Model for Malignant Tumors
Yuling JIANG ; Jiawei HE ; Yang ZHONG ; Chunxia HUANG ; Qiong MA ; Chuan ZHENG ; Xi FU ; Fengming YOU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(9):956-960
Based on LI Gao's Academic Thought, focusing on the process of qi transformation and taking the regulation and restoration of metabolism and immunity as the entry point, a "source-pivot-convergence" diagnostic and therapeutic model for malignant tumors is constructed. In this model, spleen and stomach internal injury is the source of malignant tumor occurrence, while the disorder of ascending and descending is the pivot of the disease development, and the generation of yin fire is the convergence of malignant tumor progression. Based on this, the three major therapeutic methods of clearing the source, harmonizing the pivot, and resolving the convergence are established. To fortify spleen and boost qi, consolidate the root and clear the source, modified Buzhong Yiqi Decoction(补中益气汤)can be used. To raise the clear and direct the turbid downward, regulate qi and harmonize the pivot, modified Shengyang Yiwei Decoction (升阳益胃汤) is suggested. To restore balance and promote circulation, disperse accumulation and resolve convergence, modified Shengyang Sanhuo Decoction (升阳散火汤) is selected. In clinical practice, these formulas can be used in combination according to the complexity of the pathogenesis, and further adapted with prescriptions for promoting dispersion and penetrating pathogenic factors, resolving phlegm and promoting circulation, activating blood and eliminating concretions, which can provide a reference for the prevention and treatment of tumor diseases.
2.Construction and Application of "Source-Pivot-Convergence" Pattern Identification and Treatment Model for Malignant Tumors
Yuling JIANG ; Jiawei HE ; Yang ZHONG ; Chunxia HUANG ; Qiong MA ; Chuan ZHENG ; Xi FU ; Fengming YOU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(9):956-960
Based on LI Gao's Academic Thought, focusing on the process of qi transformation and taking the regulation and restoration of metabolism and immunity as the entry point, a "source-pivot-convergence" diagnostic and therapeutic model for malignant tumors is constructed. In this model, spleen and stomach internal injury is the source of malignant tumor occurrence, while the disorder of ascending and descending is the pivot of the disease development, and the generation of yin fire is the convergence of malignant tumor progression. Based on this, the three major therapeutic methods of clearing the source, harmonizing the pivot, and resolving the convergence are established. To fortify spleen and boost qi, consolidate the root and clear the source, modified Buzhong Yiqi Decoction(补中益气汤)can be used. To raise the clear and direct the turbid downward, regulate qi and harmonize the pivot, modified Shengyang Yiwei Decoction (升阳益胃汤) is suggested. To restore balance and promote circulation, disperse accumulation and resolve convergence, modified Shengyang Sanhuo Decoction (升阳散火汤) is selected. In clinical practice, these formulas can be used in combination according to the complexity of the pathogenesis, and further adapted with prescriptions for promoting dispersion and penetrating pathogenic factors, resolving phlegm and promoting circulation, activating blood and eliminating concretions, which can provide a reference for the prevention and treatment of tumor diseases.
3.Influencing factors for calcium salt deposition in patients with alveolar echinococcosis
Zitong XIONG ; Zhiyi LIN ; Yanxin HUANG ; Fuzhong FANG ; Zhengzhan WU ; Zirui XIN ; Chunxia HU ; Jiayu ZHOU ; Yuan YAO ; Hongwei ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(2):372-379
ObjectiveTo investigate the imaging features of calcium salt deposition and serological markers in patients with alveolar echinococcosis through a retrospective analysis, as well as independent risk factors for the degree of calcium salt deposition in lesions, and to provide a basis for assessing disease process. MethodsA retrospective analysis was performed for the imaging and clinical data of 107 patients with alveolar echinococcosis who were admitted to The First Affiliated Hospital of Shihezi University from December 2023 to June 2025, and according to the volume of calcium salt deposition, they were divided into non-deposition group with 16 patients, mild deposition group with 52 patients, moderate deposition group with 16 patients, and severe deposition group with 23 patients. A one-way analysis of variance or the Kruskal-Wallis H test was used for comparison of continuous data between groups, and the χ2 test or Fisher’s exact test was used for comparison of categorical data between groups. The four groups were further combined into the low deposition group (no/mild deposition) and the high deposition group (moderate/severe deposition). A binary logistic regression analysis was used to investigate the independent influencing factors for calcium salt deposition, and a predictive model was established. The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to assess the predictive performance of the model, and the Bootstrap method was used for internal validation. ResultsThere were significant differences between the four groups in sex distribution, involvement of other sites, white blood cell count, lymphocyte percentage, fibrinogen, uric acid, sodium ion, chloride ion, and calcium ion (all P<0.05). The univariate analysis showed that there were significant differences between the four groups in sex, involvement of other sites, white blood cell count, lymphocyte percentage, fibrinogen, alanine aminotransferase, albumin, creatinine, uric acid, sodium ion, chloride ion, and calcium ion (all P<0.1). The multi-collinearity diagnosis showed that the VIF values for all continuous variables ranged from 1.104 to 1.760, suggesting that collinearity did not affect modeling. An ordinal logistic regression model was established based on sex, involvement of other sites, calcium ion, lymphocyte percentage, and uric acid. The multivariate analysis showed that lymphocyte percentage (odds ratio [OR]=1.106, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.041 — 1.174, P=0.001) and blood calcium level (OR=0.005, 95%CI: 0.000 —0.230, P=0.007) were independent influencing factors for the degree of calcium salt deposition. The regression equation was established as Logit(P)=8.231 + 0.100 × lymphocyte percentage -5.344 × calcium ion. The ROC curve analysis showed that the model had an area under the ROC curve of 0.716, with a Youden index of 0.353, a sensitivity of 1.000, and a specificity of 0.353. The Hosmer-Lemeshow test showed that the model had poor calibration (χ2=20.688, P=0.008). The Bootstrap method with 1000 repeated samples showed that the estimated values of lymphocyte percentage (OR=1.106, 95%CI: 1.049 — 1.186, P=0.002) and calcium ion (OR=0.005, 95%CI: 0.000 — 0.214, P=0.010) were consistent with the original model, and the confidence intervals did not include 1, which further supported the reliability of the model. ConclusionBoth lymphocyte percentage and blood calcium level are independent influencing factors for calcium salt deposition in alveolar echinococcosis, and the degree of calcium salt deposition in alveolar echinococcosis lesions increases with the reduction in blood calcium level and the increase in lymphocyte percentage.
4.Integrating Transcriptomics and 3D Organoids to Investigate Mechanism of Periplaneta americana Extract Against Lung Adenocarcinoma
Qiong MA ; Chunxia HUANG ; Jiawei HE ; Yuting BAI ; Xingyue LIU ; Yuxuan XIONG ; Yang ZHONG ; Hengzhou LAI ; Yuling JIANG ; Xueke LI ; Qian WANG ; Yifeng REN ; Xi FU ; Funeng GENG ; Taoqing WU ; Ping XIAO ; Fengming YOU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(11):124-132
ObjectiveTo evaluate the antitumor activity of Periplaneta americana extract(PAE) against human-derived lung adenocarcinoma organoids(LUAD-PDOs) and to elucidate its potential mechanism based on transcriptomics. MethodsFresh tumor and adjacent normal tissues from patients with LUAD were collected to construct LUAD-PDOs and normal lung organoid(Nor-PDOs) models using 3D organoid culture technology. The effective intervention concentration of PAE was determined using the cell counting kit-8(CCK-8) assay. Experimental groups included the model group(LUAD-PDOs), normal group, model administration group(LUAD-PDOs+PAE), and normal administration group(Nor-PDOs+PAE). Hematoxylin-eosin(HE) staining was used to observe the pathological structures of PDOs, immunohistochemistry(IHC) was performed to detect the expressions of the proliferation marker Ki-67 and lung adenocarcinoma differentiation markers cytokeratin-7(CK-7) and Napsin A, TUNEL staining was applied to detect cell apoptosis. RNA sequencing(RNA-Seq) was conducted to identify differentially expressed genes(DEGs), followed by Gene Ontology(GO), Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG), and Gene Set Enrichment Analysis(GSEA), alongside protein-protein interaction(PPI) network analysis to screen core mechanisms. Finally, key targets were validated by integrating external database analysis with immunofluorescence(IF). ResultsNor-PDOs and LUAD-PDOs that highly recapitulated the pathological characteristics of the primary tissues were successfully established. The CCK-8 assay determined that the effective intervention concentration of PAE was 16 g·L-1. Morphological observation showed that Nor-PDOs exhibited lumen-forming structures, whereas LUAD-PDOs displayed dense, solid structures. CCK-8 and TUNEL assays revealed that, compared with the model group, PAE intervention inhibited the proliferation of LUAD-PDOs and promoted apoptosis in LUAD cells, while showing no significant effect on the viability of Nor-PDOs. Transcriptomic analysis identified 719 DEGs that were significantly reversed after PAE intervention(347 up-regulated and 372 down-regulated)(P<0.05). GO enrichment analysis indicated that DEGs in the model administration group were significantly enriched in biological processes related to cell cycle regulation compared to the model group. KEGG pathway analysis revealed that PAE affected pathways related to proliferation and metabolism, including pathways in cancer and the p53 signaling pathway. GSEA further confirmed that PAE significantly enhanced the activity of the p53 signaling pathway(P<0.05). PPI network analysis indicated that breast cancer type 1 susceptibility protein(BRCA1) and checkpoint kinase 1(CHEK1) were the core down-regulated targets in the p53 pathway. IF verified the high expression of BRCA1 and CHEK1 in LUAD-PDOs and their significant downregulation after PAE intervention(P<0.05). Furthermore, survival analysis based on The Cancer Genome Atlas(TCGA) database indicated that low expression of BRCA1 and CHEK1 was significantly associated with prolonged overall survival in patients with LUAD(P<0.05). ConclusionPAE effectively inhibits proliferation of LUAD-PDOs and promotes their apoptosis, its anti-tumor mechanism is potentially associated with the activation of the p53 signaling pathway, with BRCA1 and CHEK1 genes likely serving as key downstream targets for the effects of PAE.
5.Current status of indoor light at night exposure during sleep among children and adolescents in Shanghai
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(9):1262-1265
Objective:
To understand the indoor light at night (LAN) exposure intensity during sleep among children and adolescents in Shanghai, so as to provide a basis for exploring potential health risks and formulating effective interventions.
Methods:
From April to December in 2024, a total of 628 students in grades 4-7 were recruited from three schools in Shanghai. A portable illuminance meter was used to measure LAN for one week, and participants recorded their sleep time. The Kruskal-Wallis H- test was used for comparison between groups, and the error bar chart was used to show the trend and variation range of average LAN exposure intensity in different sleep periods.
Results:
The indoor LAN exposure intensity of children and adolescents in Shanghai was [2.4(0.8, 5.9)lx] during sleep, and 28.8% of children and adolescents were exposed to indoor LAN≥5 lx. There was no significant differences in indoor LAN exposure intensity between boys [2.4(1.0, 5.9)lx] and girls [2.3(0.7, 5.9)lx] ( Z=-0.86, P > 0.05 ). The indoor LAN exposure intensity of primary school students [2.9(1.1, 6.6)lx] was higher than that of junior high school students [1.0(0.3, 3.1)lx] ( Z =-5.87), and indoor LAN exposure intensity of students in the main urban area [3.2(1.1, 7.8)lx] was higher than that of rural students [1.6(0.5, 4.3)lx] ( Z =-5.23)(both P <0.05). The indoor LAN exposure intensity showed an overall decreasing trend during sleep of children and adolescents ( tau=-0.81, P =0.02), with a slight increase before waking up.
Conclusions
Indoor LAN exposure intensity among children and adolescents in Shanghai is generally high, especially among primary school students and students living in the main urban area. Health policy and education should be strengthened to reduce the impact of LAN on children and adolescent health.
6.The mechanism of PTGES3/HSP90 in the medial prefrontal cortex regulating obesity-related cognitive impairment
Jinyan Wang ; Jia Hu ; Rui Hu ; Chunxia Huang ; Qi Xue
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2025;60(4):596-603
Objective :
To investigate the mechanism of prostaglandin E synthase 3(PTGES3)/heat shock protein 90(HSP90) in the medial prefrontal cortex regulating obesity-related cognitive dysfunction.
Methods:
This study consisted of clinical trials and animal experiments. In part one, obese patients scheduled for bariatric surgery, and healthy adults matching gender and age were recruited at the same time to reach 10 cases in each group. The cognitive level was assessed with trail making test part A(TMT-A) and victoria stroop tests(VST). Four-dimensional data-independent acquisition(4D-DIA) was used to screen the proteome changes in peripheral blood. In part two, forty SPF healthy male C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into four groups: normal diet group(ND group), high fat diet induced obesity group(DIO group), DIO supplemented with the control virus group(DIO+Scramble group) and DIO supplemented with the interfering virus group(DIO+shPTGES3 group). The Morris water maze test was conducted to evaluate the cognitive behavior changes of the four groups of mice. The immunofluorescence staining was performed to detect the expression of PTGES3 and HSP90 in the medial prefrontal cortex and the activation of ionized calcium binding adapter molecule 1(IBA1)-labeled microglia.
Results:
In the case-control study, the cognitive function of obese patients significantly decreased, and the expression of PTGES3 in peripheral blood significantly increased, while the level of PTGES3 was negatively correlated with cognitive function. In animal experiments, compared with ND group, DIO group had significantly prolonged time reaching the target platform, otherwise, the residence time in the target quadrant was shortened in the Morris water maze test. Simultaneously, there were significant increase in the expression of PTGES3 and HSP90, and the activation of IBA1 in the medial prefrontal cortex. Compared with DIO+Scramble group, mice in the DIO+shPTGES3 group spent less time reaching the target platform, and stayed longer in the target quadrant. The expression and co-localization levels of PTGES3 and HSP90 in medial prefrontal cortex significantly decreased. The activation level of microglia cells was also attenuated by PTGES3 interference.
Conclusion
Obesity-related cognitive dysfunction may be attributed to PTGES3/HSP90 in the medial prefrontal cortex by mediating neural inflammation.
7.Role of microglial HIF-3α in cognitive impairment after hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation and the relationship with neuronal ferroptosis in mice
Aoxue XU ; Song XUE ; Xianwen HU ; Chunxia HUANG
Chinese Journal of Anesthesiology 2025;45(2):214-220
Objective:To evaluate the role of microglial hypoxia-inducible factor-3α (HIF-3α) in cognitive impairment after hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation(HSR) and the relationship with neuronal ferroptosis in mice.Methods:Twenty-four specific pathogen-free healthy male C57BL/6 mice, aged 10 weeks, weighing 25-30 g, were divided into 3 groups ( n=8 each) using a random number table method: sham operation group (Sham group), HSR group, and HSR+ ferroptosis inhibitor (ferrostatin-1) group (HSR+ Fer-1 group). Sixteen C57BL/6 mice and 16 HIF-3α flox/flox: Cx3crl Cre (HIF-3α CKO) mice were selected and assigned to 2 groups ( n=8 each) using a random number table method: sham operation group (WT-Sham group, HIF-3α CKO-Sham group) and HSR group (WT-HSR group, HIF-3α CKO-HSR group). To establish the HSR model, 40% of the total blood volume was withdrawn at a steady rate via the right carotid artery within 30 min and 1 h later reinfused through the jugular vein over a period of 30 min. Ferrostatin-1 10 mg/kg was nasally administered once mice recovered after HSR in HSR+ Fer-1 group. The cognitive function was evaluated by the novel object recognition test at 72 h after developing the model. The hippocampal tissues were collected under deep anesthesia after evaluation for determination of the expression of glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) and ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1) in the ipsilateral hippocampi (by Western blot) and expression of microglial HIF-3α and GPX4 and FTH1 in neurons in the hippocampal CA3 region (by immunofluorescence staining) and for examination of the ultrastructure of mitochondria in hippocampal neurons (with a transmission electron microscope). Results:Compared to Sham group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly decreased, and the expression of GPX4 and FTH1 was down-regulated in HSR group ( P<0.05). Compared to HSR group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly increased, and the expression of GPX4 and FTH1 in the hippocampi was up-regulated in HSR+ Fer-1 group ( P<0.05). Compared to WT-Sham group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly decreased, and the expression of microglial HIF-3α in the hippocampal CA3 region was up-regulated, and the expression of neuronal GPX4 and FTH1 was down-regulated in WT-HSR group ( P<0.05), and no statistically significant change was found in the aforementioned parameters in HIF-3α CKO-Sham group ( P>0.05). Compared to WT-HSR group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly increased, and the expression of microglial HIF-3α in the hippocampal CA3 region was down-regulated, the expression of GPX4 and FTH1 was up-regulated ( P<0.05), and mitochondrial damage in the neurons was significantly attenuated in HIF-3α CKO-HSR group. Conclusions:Microglial HIF-3α-mediated ferroptosis in hippocampal neurons is involved in cognitive impairment following HSR in mice.
8.Remote nursing care for a pediatric patient with severe burns based on augmented reality technology:a case report
Wenwen HAN ; Chunxia HU ; Kai ZHANG ; Weijing SUI ; Meili HUANG ; Hongying PAN ; Xiaoyan GONG ; Yiyu ZHUANG
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(6):677-680
This article summarizes the experience of providing remote nursing care for a pediatric patient with severe burns using augmented reality(AR)technology.Key nursing points include:to establish a remote management team to enhance multidisciplinary collaboration;to conduct remote nursing ward rounds to provide real-time guidance for clinical nursing practice;to remotely guide PICC(Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter)insertions and conduct precise fluid management;to remotely assess ward environments and provide guidance on disinfection and isolation measures;to alleviate pediatric pain through comprehensive management measures.After meticulous care and treatment,the patient's condition stabilized after 23 days,and the patient was transferred to a specialized hospital for continued treatment requiring skin grafting.
9.Role of microglial HIF-3α in cognitive impairment after hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation and the relationship with neuronal ferroptosis in mice
Aoxue XU ; Song XUE ; Xianwen HU ; Chunxia HUANG
Chinese Journal of Anesthesiology 2025;45(2):214-220
Objective:To evaluate the role of microglial hypoxia-inducible factor-3α (HIF-3α) in cognitive impairment after hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation(HSR) and the relationship with neuronal ferroptosis in mice.Methods:Twenty-four specific pathogen-free healthy male C57BL/6 mice, aged 10 weeks, weighing 25-30 g, were divided into 3 groups ( n=8 each) using a random number table method: sham operation group (Sham group), HSR group, and HSR+ ferroptosis inhibitor (ferrostatin-1) group (HSR+ Fer-1 group). Sixteen C57BL/6 mice and 16 HIF-3α flox/flox: Cx3crl Cre (HIF-3α CKO) mice were selected and assigned to 2 groups ( n=8 each) using a random number table method: sham operation group (WT-Sham group, HIF-3α CKO-Sham group) and HSR group (WT-HSR group, HIF-3α CKO-HSR group). To establish the HSR model, 40% of the total blood volume was withdrawn at a steady rate via the right carotid artery within 30 min and 1 h later reinfused through the jugular vein over a period of 30 min. Ferrostatin-1 10 mg/kg was nasally administered once mice recovered after HSR in HSR+ Fer-1 group. The cognitive function was evaluated by the novel object recognition test at 72 h after developing the model. The hippocampal tissues were collected under deep anesthesia after evaluation for determination of the expression of glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) and ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1) in the ipsilateral hippocampi (by Western blot) and expression of microglial HIF-3α and GPX4 and FTH1 in neurons in the hippocampal CA3 region (by immunofluorescence staining) and for examination of the ultrastructure of mitochondria in hippocampal neurons (with a transmission electron microscope). Results:Compared to Sham group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly decreased, and the expression of GPX4 and FTH1 was down-regulated in HSR group ( P<0.05). Compared to HSR group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly increased, and the expression of GPX4 and FTH1 in the hippocampi was up-regulated in HSR+ Fer-1 group ( P<0.05). Compared to WT-Sham group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly decreased, and the expression of microglial HIF-3α in the hippocampal CA3 region was up-regulated, and the expression of neuronal GPX4 and FTH1 was down-regulated in WT-HSR group ( P<0.05), and no statistically significant change was found in the aforementioned parameters in HIF-3α CKO-Sham group ( P>0.05). Compared to WT-HSR group, the cognitive and discrimination indexes were significantly increased, and the expression of microglial HIF-3α in the hippocampal CA3 region was down-regulated, the expression of GPX4 and FTH1 was up-regulated ( P<0.05), and mitochondrial damage in the neurons was significantly attenuated in HIF-3α CKO-HSR group. Conclusions:Microglial HIF-3α-mediated ferroptosis in hippocampal neurons is involved in cognitive impairment following HSR in mice.
10.Remote nursing care for a pediatric patient with severe burns based on augmented reality technology:a case report
Wenwen HAN ; Chunxia HU ; Kai ZHANG ; Weijing SUI ; Meili HUANG ; Hongying PAN ; Xiaoyan GONG ; Yiyu ZHUANG
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(6):677-680
This article summarizes the experience of providing remote nursing care for a pediatric patient with severe burns using augmented reality(AR)technology.Key nursing points include:to establish a remote management team to enhance multidisciplinary collaboration;to conduct remote nursing ward rounds to provide real-time guidance for clinical nursing practice;to remotely guide PICC(Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter)insertions and conduct precise fluid management;to remotely assess ward environments and provide guidance on disinfection and isolation measures;to alleviate pediatric pain through comprehensive management measures.After meticulous care and treatment,the patient's condition stabilized after 23 days,and the patient was transferred to a specialized hospital for continued treatment requiring skin grafting.


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