1.Key Issues and Research Ideas of Traditional Chinese Medicine Anti-aging Guided by Essence-Qi-spirit Theory of Qiluo Doctrine
Peipei JIN ; Liping CHANG ; Cong WEI ; Mengnan LI ; Hui QI ; Hongrong LI ; Yunlong HOU ; Zhenhua JIA
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(9):240-246
Aging has emerged as a cutting edge and hotspot in global life science field, with anti-aging and geriatric disease prevention and treatment becoming critical issues urgently demanding solutions in international medical communities. In the face of the challenge of accelerating global population aging, in-depth exploration of aging mechanisms and the development of effective intervention strategies hold significant scientific and clinical value. This study supported by the national key research and development program of China, employed the essence-Qi-spirit theory of Qiluo doctrine as its guiding framework, focusing on the key scientific issue of the core traditional Chinese pathogenesis of aging, namely "depletion of kidney essence, deficiency of primordial Qi, and impairment of body and spirit". The treatment principle of "tonifying the kidney to replenish essence, harmonizing Yin and Yang, warming and invigorating primordial Qi, and nourishing the body and spirit" was established. Centered on holistic aging, systemic aging, and aging-related diseases, the research integrated multidisciplinary research approaches to construct multi-modal aging models and a multi-dimensional evaluation system, and it utilized multi-omics technologies to deeply analyze aging mechanisms. By systematically reviewing historical kidney-tonifying and anti-aging formulas and combining big data with artificial intelligence technologies, an information database of anti-aging traditional Chinese medicine substance was developed to reveal the differences and synergistic effects of various treatment methods and formulas on anti-aging. Based on this treatment method, the research integrated two millennia of kidney-tonifying medicinal experience to develop the innovative anti-aging traditional Chinese medicine, namely Bazhi Bushen capsules. It was validated that this capsule can delay holistic and systemic aging through multiple targets and mechanisms, thereby elucidating the scientific connotation of the essence-Qi-spirit theory of Qiluo doctrine in guiding anti-aging research from multiple dimensions and providing robust support for leveraging the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine to occupy the commanding heights of international anti-aging research.
2.Crawling-type Gastric Adenocarcinoma: Clinicopathology, Diagnosis, and Endoscopic Treatment Implications
Cong Bang HUYNH ; Jin Won CHANG
Journal of Digestive Cancer Research 2026;14(1):1-11
Crawling-type adenocarcinoma (CTAC) is being increasingly recognized as a distinct histological subtype of early gastric cancer (EGC), characterized by irregularly fused glands with superficially bland cytologic atypia and a propensity for extensive lateral intramucosal spread.Although CTAC often mimics nonneoplastic lesions such as intestinal metaplasia, its biological behavior differs substantially from other differentiated-type adenocarcinomas. Notably, when CTAC invades the submucosa, the invasive component often exhibits a poorly differentiated or poorly cohesive carcinoma morphology. Thus, CTAC poses substantial challenges in accurate preoperative diagnosis, margin delineation, and complete removal during endoscopic submucosal dissection. This review synthesizes available evidence regarding the morphological, molecular, and clinical features of CTAC, emphasizing diagnostic challenges and the clinical implications of its “crawling” lateral growth pattern. It also highlights future directions, including the need for standardized diagnostic criteria and the development of CTAC-specific risk prediction tools for optimizing endoscopic resection.
3.A near-complete genomic analysis of aggregated outbreaks of norovirus subtype GⅡ.17P17 in Beijing Chaoyang District from 2014 to 2024
Xiangyu HU ; Jianhong ZHAO ; Shan WANG ; Xiao QI ; Taoli HAN ; Yanhui YANG ; Yan GAO ; Shi CONG ; Lijiao CAO ; Lingli SUN ; Miao JIN ; Yang JIAO
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2025;59(5):640-649
Objective:To examine the near-complete genomic analysis of norovirus (NoV) subtype GⅡ.17 [P17] outbreaks in Beijing Chaoyang District from 2014 to 2024.Methods:Data and specimens related to outbreaks of the NoV aggregation in Beijing′s Chaoyang District from 2014 to 2024 were collected. The NoV was identified using real-time fluorescence reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Specimens with positive nucleic acid were amplified by standard PCR, whole genome sequencing and evolutionary analysis. Amino acid site variations were compared.Results:In Chaoyang District, from 2014 to 2024, a total of 637 aggregated outbreaks caused by the NoV infection were reported, of which 584 were successfully typed. The epidemic caused by the GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype accounted for 8.79% (56/637), which was the dominant epidemic gene subtype in 2014-2015, sporadic in 2016-2019, reappeared in 2022, and significantly increased in 2024 (27.27%, 24/88). Outbreaks caused by the GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype occurred mainly from October to December, with the main sites of occurrence in primary schools and kindergartens. This study yielded 53 near-complete genome sequences of the GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype from 46 incidents in Chaoyang District. The GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype sequences of Chaoyang District from 2014 to 2024 were segmented into three subgroups on the evolutionary tree, with sequences from 2014 to 2019, 2022 to April 2024, and May to December 2024 clustered into the d, e, and b subgroups, respectively. In the VP1 region′s P2 area, particularly at the HBGA binding site, subgroups b and e exhibited mutations in 22 and two sites, while subgroups b and e showed mutations in four and one sites, predominantly in the RdRp region.Conclusion:The outbreak caused by the NoV GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype in Chaoyang District from 2014 to 2024 continues, with a significant increase in 2024, and it becomes the dominant gene subtype from October to December. The sequence formation of the NoV GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype in Chaoyang District from January to April 2022 and from May to December 2024 shows two different evolutions, with specific mutation sites, requiring continuous monitoring of the NoV GⅡ.17 [P17] subtype.
4.Risk factors for surgical site infection after colorectal cancer surgery: a two-center retrospective study
Zaihu MU ; Shuai ZHAO ; Wei CHEN ; Xiaoli YE ; Cong HAN ; Xiaojun JIN ; Aibin LIU ; Yanhong WENG ; Daorong WANG
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(10):1156-1160
Objective:To analyze the incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) in patients undergoing colorectal cancer (CRC) surgery and to identify risk factors associated with SSI in an attempt to provide a reference for clinical prevention strategies.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted. Clinical data were retrospectively collected from a total of 2,248 patients who underwent surgery for pathologically confirmed CRC between 2017 and 2022 at two centers: Huangshan Shoukang Hospital ( n=649) and Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital ( n=1 599). Inclusion criteria consisted of the following: (1) age >18 years; (2) pathologically confirmed CRC treated with curative resection, including extended resections (e.g. pelvic exenteration); (3) no surgical incisions other than abdominal or perineal; and (4) no use of prosthetic implants. The incidence of SSI was analyzed, and multivariate logistic regression was used to identify independent its risk factors. Results:A total of 121 patients (5.4%) developed SSI. Among them, 68 cases (56.2%) were organ/space infections, 35 cases (28.9%) were deep incisional infections, and 18 cases (14.9%) were superficial incisional infections. The median postoperative hospital stay was significantly longer in patients with SSI compared to those without (21.0 days vs. 13.0 days, U=65,754, P<0.001). The median hospitalization cost was also significantly higher in the SSI group (56,550 yuan vs. 43,645 yuan, U=72,008, P<0.001). Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified body mass index (BMI) ≤ 20 kg/m 2 (OR=4.25, 95%CI: 3.38-5.34, P<0.001), diabetes mellitus (OR=3.44, 95%CI: 1.89-6.24, P<0.001), open surgery (OR=4.23, 95%CI: 2.37-7.56, P<0.001), and colostomy or ileostomy (OR=1.67, 95% CI: 1.04-2.69, P=0.034) as independent risk factors for SSI. Conclusion:To prevent SSI following CRC surgery, attention should be given to optimizing body weight and glycemic control, promoting minimally invasive surgical approaches when feasible, and cautiously considering the necessity of colostomy or ileostomy.
5.Centrifuge overload simulation method for post stall super maneuvering flights
Yi WANG ; Cong WANG ; Ming-hao YANG ; Zhao JIN ; Li-hui ZHANG ; Yuan-jing ZHENG
Chinese Medical Equipment Journal 2025;46(7):21-26
Objective To propose a centrifuge overload simulation method for post stall super manueuvering flights to conduct the pilot centrifuge training during post stall super maneuvering flights.Methods Firstly,the independent active disturbance rejection control was designed in the longitudinal,transverse and heading channels to achieve closed-loop control of the aircraft at high angles of attack with thrust vector control technology.Secondly,a method for establishing control command for the three-axis centrifuge with the main arm rotation,cabin roll and cabin pitch was put forward based on the relationship between the pilot overload and the centrifuge control information.Finally,a simulation model was constructed based on the cobra maneuver to carry out digital simulation experiments.Results The method proposed effectively extracted overload information under super maneuvering flight conditions,then the centrifuge control commands could be determined accordingly to enable corresponding overload trainings with the centrifuge.Conclusion The proposed method facilitates the improvement of pilots'flight maneuvering performance in post stall super maneuvering flights under sustained high overload conditions.[Chinese Medical Equipment Journal,2025,46(7):21-26]
6.Ameliorating effect of total flavonoids of rhododendron on brain oxi-dative stress injury in cerebral ischemia-reperfusion rats
Xiaohai YU ; Yu JIN ; Minqiong SUN ; Hui CONG ; Qianying GUO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2025;30(2):216-221
AIM:To explore the protective effect of total flavonoids from rhododendron(TFR)on oxi-dative stress injury in the brain of rats subjected to cerebral ischemia/reperfusion(I/R).METHODS:For-ty male SD rats were randomly divided into 5 groups:sham operation group(Sham group),cere-bral ischemia-reperfusion group(MCAO group),and Cerebral Ischemia/Reperfusion with TFR treat-ment groups(TFR 50,100,200 mg/kg groups).The MCAO group and TFR-treated groups underwent ischemia/reperfusion surgery,and the TFR-treated groups received TFR intragastrically for 14 consecu-tive days following the ischemia/reperfusion injury.After 14 days,comparisons were made in terms of neurological function scores,serum inflammatory factors,oxidative stress indicators,and brain injury markers.Additionally,histological examination of brain tissue morphology using Hematoxylin and Eo-sin(HE)staining,observation of cerebral blood flow through cerebral blood flow imaging,and measurement of lactate dehydrogenase(LDH),neu-ron-specific enolase(NSE)activity in serum,inter-leukin-1(IL-1),interleukin-6(IL-6)levels,superox-ide dismutase(SOD)activity,malondialdehyde(MDA)content,nitric oxide(NO)content,and nitric oxide synthase(NOS)activity were performed.RE-SULTS:Compared to the Sham group,MCAO rats exhibited abnormal neurological function scores,severe damage to the microstructure of brain tis-sue,noticeable changes in brain morphology,ele-vated activities of LDH and NSE,increased levels of IL-1 and IL-6,elevated MDA content,and de-creased SOD,NOS activity,and NO content.In com-parison to the MCAO group,rats treated with TFR at doses of 50,100,and 200 mg/kg showed recov-ery of abnormal neurological function scores,re-duced damage to the microstructure of brain tis-sue,decreased activities of LDH and NSE,lowered levels of IL-1 and IL-6,reduced MDA content,and increased SOD,NOS activity,and NO content.CON-CLUSION:Total flavonoids from Rhododendron can protect against cerebral ischemia/reperfusion inju-ry,reducing oxidative stress levels.
7.Results of physiological experiments using a home-made high performance human centrifuge
Minghao YANG ; Lihui ZHANG ; Cong WANG ; Ke JIANG ; Haixia WANG ; Xiaoyang WEI ; Yi WANG ; Xiaoxue ZHANG ; Jie YU ; Zhao JIN
Chinese Journal of Aerospace Medicine 2025;36(3):182-187
Objective:To find out whether the performance of a China-made high performance human centrifuge can satisfy the need of high G training by conducting physiological experiments.Methods:The dynamic physical performance of the anti-G equipment with the human centrifuge was tested before 5 subjects underwent the gradual-onset rate (GOR) run and rapid onset rate (ROR) run experiments. The G onset rate of GOR was 0.1 G/s. The relaxed G-tolerance under GOR (GOR tolerance 1) and the anti-G straining maneuver aided G-tolerance under GOR (GOR tolerance 2) were tested respectively. The G onset rate of ROR was 3 G/s, and the closed-loop mode and pre-programed mode were employed respectively. The closed-loop mode involved 5 G 10 s and 8 G 10 s, where the subjects were required to manipulate the joystick to ensure that the real-time curve of the load matched the target curve. In the pre-programmed mode, the subjects were exposed to 8 G 10 s passively, without any operation requirements. A subjective evaluation form was filled out by subjects after the experiments, in which the 14 indexes for evaluation were about the gondola facilities and environment, running processes, medical monitoring and overall assessment.Results:Both the oxygen mask and anti-G suit achieved full pressurization within 2.0 s. The GOR tolerance 1 was [4.0(3.8, 4.6)] G while the GOR tolerance 2 was (6.2±0.5) G, suggesting a statistically significant difference ( Z=-2.63, P=0.008). The HP anti-G straining maneuver effect was (2.0±0.6) G. All the 5 subjects finished the 5 G 10 s experiment in a closed-loop mode. Three of them attempted 8 G 10 s in the closed-loop mode (1 subject achieved only 7.6 G peak acceleration, and the other 2 achieved full 8 G 10 s exposure), while the remaining 2 completed the 8 G 10 s in the pre-programmed mode. In the closed-loop mode, it was found that the stick force was too strong, the guiding G and real time G curve were not easy to distinguish for some of the subjects because the curve colors were similar, and that the subjects could not see the G curves clearly in case of a grayout. Both seat comfort and the voice quality of communication got the highest subjective assessment score [5.0(4.0, 5.0)] while the sensation of tumble got the lowest score (2.8±0.8). The median or mean scores of other subjective evaluation indexes ranged from 3.0 to 4.6 points. The overall score of subjective assessment was [4.0(3.5, 4.0)] points. Conclusions:The China-made high performance human centrifuge can meet the requirements of 8.0 G high G training, which can be made more effective and comfortable if the strong stick force and feeling of tumble during stop running are overcome.
8.Ameliorating effect of total flavonoids of rhododendron on brain oxi-dative stress injury in cerebral ischemia-reperfusion rats
Xiaohai YU ; Yu JIN ; Minqiong SUN ; Hui CONG ; Qianying GUO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2025;30(2):216-221
AIM:To explore the protective effect of total flavonoids from rhododendron(TFR)on oxi-dative stress injury in the brain of rats subjected to cerebral ischemia/reperfusion(I/R).METHODS:For-ty male SD rats were randomly divided into 5 groups:sham operation group(Sham group),cere-bral ischemia-reperfusion group(MCAO group),and Cerebral Ischemia/Reperfusion with TFR treat-ment groups(TFR 50,100,200 mg/kg groups).The MCAO group and TFR-treated groups underwent ischemia/reperfusion surgery,and the TFR-treated groups received TFR intragastrically for 14 consecu-tive days following the ischemia/reperfusion injury.After 14 days,comparisons were made in terms of neurological function scores,serum inflammatory factors,oxidative stress indicators,and brain injury markers.Additionally,histological examination of brain tissue morphology using Hematoxylin and Eo-sin(HE)staining,observation of cerebral blood flow through cerebral blood flow imaging,and measurement of lactate dehydrogenase(LDH),neu-ron-specific enolase(NSE)activity in serum,inter-leukin-1(IL-1),interleukin-6(IL-6)levels,superox-ide dismutase(SOD)activity,malondialdehyde(MDA)content,nitric oxide(NO)content,and nitric oxide synthase(NOS)activity were performed.RE-SULTS:Compared to the Sham group,MCAO rats exhibited abnormal neurological function scores,severe damage to the microstructure of brain tis-sue,noticeable changes in brain morphology,ele-vated activities of LDH and NSE,increased levels of IL-1 and IL-6,elevated MDA content,and de-creased SOD,NOS activity,and NO content.In com-parison to the MCAO group,rats treated with TFR at doses of 50,100,and 200 mg/kg showed recov-ery of abnormal neurological function scores,re-duced damage to the microstructure of brain tis-sue,decreased activities of LDH and NSE,lowered levels of IL-1 and IL-6,reduced MDA content,and increased SOD,NOS activity,and NO content.CON-CLUSION:Total flavonoids from Rhododendron can protect against cerebral ischemia/reperfusion inju-ry,reducing oxidative stress levels.
9.Risk factors for surgical site infection after colorectal cancer surgery: a two-center retrospective study
Zaihu MU ; Shuai ZHAO ; Wei CHEN ; Xiaoli YE ; Cong HAN ; Xiaojun JIN ; Aibin LIU ; Yanhong WENG ; Daorong WANG
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(10):1156-1160
Objective:To analyze the incidence of surgical site infection (SSI) in patients undergoing colorectal cancer (CRC) surgery and to identify risk factors associated with SSI in an attempt to provide a reference for clinical prevention strategies.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted. Clinical data were retrospectively collected from a total of 2,248 patients who underwent surgery for pathologically confirmed CRC between 2017 and 2022 at two centers: Huangshan Shoukang Hospital ( n=649) and Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital ( n=1 599). Inclusion criteria consisted of the following: (1) age >18 years; (2) pathologically confirmed CRC treated with curative resection, including extended resections (e.g. pelvic exenteration); (3) no surgical incisions other than abdominal or perineal; and (4) no use of prosthetic implants. The incidence of SSI was analyzed, and multivariate logistic regression was used to identify independent its risk factors. Results:A total of 121 patients (5.4%) developed SSI. Among them, 68 cases (56.2%) were organ/space infections, 35 cases (28.9%) were deep incisional infections, and 18 cases (14.9%) were superficial incisional infections. The median postoperative hospital stay was significantly longer in patients with SSI compared to those without (21.0 days vs. 13.0 days, U=65,754, P<0.001). The median hospitalization cost was also significantly higher in the SSI group (56,550 yuan vs. 43,645 yuan, U=72,008, P<0.001). Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified body mass index (BMI) ≤ 20 kg/m 2 (OR=4.25, 95%CI: 3.38-5.34, P<0.001), diabetes mellitus (OR=3.44, 95%CI: 1.89-6.24, P<0.001), open surgery (OR=4.23, 95%CI: 2.37-7.56, P<0.001), and colostomy or ileostomy (OR=1.67, 95% CI: 1.04-2.69, P=0.034) as independent risk factors for SSI. Conclusion:To prevent SSI following CRC surgery, attention should be given to optimizing body weight and glycemic control, promoting minimally invasive surgical approaches when feasible, and cautiously considering the necessity of colostomy or ileostomy.
10.Development of a RP scoring system for predicting perioperative outcomes in robot-assisted partial nephrectomy by optimizing RENAL and MAP scores
Liang ZHENG ; Bohong CHEN ; Haoxiang HUANG ; Cong FENG ; Jin ZENG ; Wei CHEN ; Dapeng WU
Journal of Modern Urology 2025;30(1):53-58
[Objective] To establish a new scoring system to predict the perioperative outcomes (operation time, intraoperative blood loss, and trifecta achievement) in patients undergoing robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) by integrating the RENAL and Mayo adhesive probability (MAP) scores. [Methods] Clinical data of 178 patients with renal cell carcinoma who underwent RAPN performed by the same surgeon in our hospital during Jan.2015 and Jan.2022 were retrospectively analyzed.The RENAL and MAP scores of all patients were calculated.Linear regression and logistic regression were used to evaluate the associations between the components of the RENAL and MAP scores (a total of 6 variables) and perioperative outcomes.The factors with significant associations were then included into logistic regression analysis to identify independent predictors for constructing an assessment system for perioperative outcomes, and the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was plotted to calculate the area under the curve (AUC) to predict its efficacy. [Results] Multivariate linear regression analysis showed that tumor size (β=6.14, 95%CI: 1.93—10.34, P=0.004), exophytic rate (β=10.60, 95%CI: 3.44—17.76, P=0.004), and perinephric fat thickness (β=16.48, 95%CI: 8.52—24.45, P<0.001) were significantly associated with operation time.Tumor size (β=10.55 95%CI: 5.60—15.49, P<0.001) was associated with both intraoperative blood loss and trifecta achievement (OR=1.73, 95%CI: 1.26—2.36, P=0.001). Multivariate logistic regression analysis of these 3 factors identified tumor size (OR=9.07, 95% CI: 1.18—69.45, P=0.03) and perinephric fat thickness (OR=2.28, 95%CI: 1.86—6.04, P=0.01) as independent predictors of perioperative outcomes.Based on these findings, the tumor size and perinephric fat thickness (RP) scoring was constructed, which demonstrated better predictive ability than RENAL score or MAP score alone (RP vs.RENAL vs.MAP: 0.766 vs.0.548 vs.0.684). [Conclusion] The RP score includes fewer variables than the RENAL and MAP scores but outperforms them.

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