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.Research progress of vacuum compression molding technology in pharmaceutical fields
Yixuan WANG ; Xin CHEN ; Lian HE ; Congcong ZHANG ; Peiya SHEN ; Yuan GAO ; Jianjun ZHANG
Journal of China Pharmaceutical University 2025;56(5):654-660
Vacuum compression molding (VCM) is a novel technology supporting the research and development of pharmaceutical solid dispersions. It is widely applied due to its precision and convenience in sample preparation. This technology integrates the principles of heating, melting, cooling, and vacuum compression to transform solid powders into shaped solids directly. By selecting different molds, temperatures, and pressures, researchers can prepare samples with diverse characteristics. This paper presents an overview of the equipment composition and working principles of VCM technology, demonstrating its distinct advantages in the formulation screening process of amorphous solid dispersions through comparative analysis with hot melt extrusion using case studies, and introduces its applications in the development of drug delivery systems and rheological characterization analysis, with a perspective on the future development of its functions.
3.Prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and related factors in people living with HIV in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province
Ke WANG ; Yali XIE ; Qiguo MENG ; Shanling WANG ; Tingting HUA ; Congcong LI ; Congcong GUO ; Na HE ; Haijiang LIN ; Xing LIU
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2025;46(5):810-819
Objective:To describe the prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in people living with HIV in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, and identify the factors associated with NAFLD in this population.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted from 2021 to 2023. Based on the routine follow-up management of people living with HIV, liver ultrasound examination, physical examination and laboratory test were conducted to collect the information about the diagnosis of NAFLD and biochemical indicators in this population. Logistic regression model was used to identify the factors associated with the prevalence of NAFLD.Results:In the 2 550 study participants, the prevalence of NAFLD was 21.5% (548/2 550), abnormal liver function was found in 23.7% (604/2 550) of the study participants, and liver fibrosis was found in 45.2% (1 152/2 550) of the study participants. Multivariable logistic regression analyses showed that being women (a OR=0.55, 95% CI: 0.42-0.73), being overweight or obese (a OR=3.22, 95% CI: 2.59-4.01), having diabetes (a OR=3.37, 95% CI: 2.15-5.29), having dyslipidemia (a OR=2.96, 95% CI: 2.25-3.89), CD4 + T lymphocyte (CD4) counts <200 cells/μl (a OR=0.61, 95% CI: 0.42-0.88), and receiving Efavirenz (EFV) + Lamivudine (3TC) + Zidovudine (AZT) for antiretroviral therapy (ART)(a OR=1.52, 95% CI: 1.17-1.98) were associated with NAFLD. NAFLD was positively associated with abnormal liver function (a OR=2.01, 95% CI: 1.60-2.52) and inversely associated with liver fibrosis (a OR=0.76, 95% CI: 0.59-0.98). The 45-59 age group (a OR=7.05, 95% CI: 5.65-8.80), CD4 counts <200 cells/μl (a OR=1.45, 95% CI: 1.06-1.97) and receiving Nevirapine (NVP)+3TC+AZT of ART (a OR=1.87,95% CI: 1.44-2.43) were the main factors associated with liver fibrosis. Conclusions:The prevalence of NAFLD in people living with HIV Taizhou was more than 20.0%, with a significant proportion of them having abnormal liver function and liver fibrosis. Being overweight or obese, suffering from diabetes, having dyslipidemia, low CD4 counts, and receiving specific ART were associated with NAFLD. NAFLD, CD4 counts and specific ART were the main factors associated with abnormal liver function and liver fibrosis.
4.Prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and related factors in people living with HIV in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province
Ke WANG ; Yali XIE ; Qiguo MENG ; Shanling WANG ; Tingting HUA ; Congcong LI ; Congcong GUO ; Na HE ; Haijiang LIN ; Xing LIU
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2025;46(5):810-819
Objective:To describe the prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in people living with HIV in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, and identify the factors associated with NAFLD in this population.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted from 2021 to 2023. Based on the routine follow-up management of people living with HIV, liver ultrasound examination, physical examination and laboratory test were conducted to collect the information about the diagnosis of NAFLD and biochemical indicators in this population. Logistic regression model was used to identify the factors associated with the prevalence of NAFLD.Results:In the 2 550 study participants, the prevalence of NAFLD was 21.5% (548/2 550), abnormal liver function was found in 23.7% (604/2 550) of the study participants, and liver fibrosis was found in 45.2% (1 152/2 550) of the study participants. Multivariable logistic regression analyses showed that being women (a OR=0.55, 95% CI: 0.42-0.73), being overweight or obese (a OR=3.22, 95% CI: 2.59-4.01), having diabetes (a OR=3.37, 95% CI: 2.15-5.29), having dyslipidemia (a OR=2.96, 95% CI: 2.25-3.89), CD4 + T lymphocyte (CD4) counts <200 cells/μl (a OR=0.61, 95% CI: 0.42-0.88), and receiving Efavirenz (EFV) + Lamivudine (3TC) + Zidovudine (AZT) for antiretroviral therapy (ART)(a OR=1.52, 95% CI: 1.17-1.98) were associated with NAFLD. NAFLD was positively associated with abnormal liver function (a OR=2.01, 95% CI: 1.60-2.52) and inversely associated with liver fibrosis (a OR=0.76, 95% CI: 0.59-0.98). The 45-59 age group (a OR=7.05, 95% CI: 5.65-8.80), CD4 counts <200 cells/μl (a OR=1.45, 95% CI: 1.06-1.97) and receiving Nevirapine (NVP)+3TC+AZT of ART (a OR=1.87,95% CI: 1.44-2.43) were the main factors associated with liver fibrosis. Conclusions:The prevalence of NAFLD in people living with HIV Taizhou was more than 20.0%, with a significant proportion of them having abnormal liver function and liver fibrosis. Being overweight or obese, suffering from diabetes, having dyslipidemia, low CD4 counts, and receiving specific ART were associated with NAFLD. NAFLD, CD4 counts and specific ART were the main factors associated with abnormal liver function and liver fibrosis.
5.Meta-analysis of efficacy and safety of CDK4/6 inhibitor combined with endocrine in the treatment of HR+/HER2- breast cancer
Congcong HUANG ; Jing PENG ; Xunli XIAO ; Xuezhen HE
China Pharmacy 2023;34(22):2787-2792
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy and safety of four cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) inhibitors (dalpicilib, abemacilib, ribocilib, palbocilib) combined with endocrine drugs in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive/human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HR+/HER2-) breast cancer. METHODS Computer searches were conducted on PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Embase, CNKI, Wanfang data and VIP to collect randomized controlled trials (RCTs) about CDK4/6 inhibitors combined with endocrine drugs (trial group) versus endocrine drugs alone or combined with placebo (control group). The search period was from the establishment of the database to April 2023. After literature screening, data extraction and quality evaluation, a meta-analysis was conducted by using RevMan 5.4.1 software. RESULTS A total of 22 articles were included, involving 15 RCTs with a total of 18 574 patients. The meta-analysis results showed that the progression free survival [HR=0.77, 95%CI (0.74, 0.79), P<0.000 1], overall survival [HR=0.91, 95%CI (0.87, 0.94), P<0.000 01], objective response rate [OR=1.71, 95%CI (1.51, 1.93), P<0.000 01] and clinical benefit rate [OR=1.73, 95%CI (1.52, 1.95), P<0.000 01] of the trial group were significantly better than control group. The incidence of adverse drug reactions≥3 levels [OR=10.28,95%CI (6.97,15.17),P<0.000 01], neutropenia [OR=65.09, 95%CI (36.43, 116.31), P<0.000 01], leukopenia [OR=22.90, 95%CI (15.40, 34.04), P<0.000 01], anemia [OR=5.71, 95%CI (4.51, 7.22), P<0.000 01], diarrhea [OR= 3.00, 95%CI (1.19, 7.51), P<0.05] and nausea [OR=1.99, 95%CI (1.52, 2.60), P<0.000 01] in the trial group was significantly higher than control group. CONCLUSIONS The combination of CDK4/6 inhibitors and endocrine drugs has a significant effect on HR+/HER2- breast cancer, with a high incidence of adverse reactions, especially hematotoxicity.
6.Construction and application of a bowel preparation guidance based on key point control theory and mind mapping in full abdominal enhanced CT examination
Lin ZHANG ; Congcong HE ; Jiani ZHAO ; Jing LYU ; Yueying ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2023;39(29):2304-2310
Objective:To construct a bowel preparation nursing guidance based on key point control theory and mind mapping in full abdominal enhanced CT examination to provide a basis for improving the intestinal preparation and image quality of intestinal patients.Methods:This was a randomized controlled trial, 104 patients were selected as the research subjects who underwent full abdominal enhanced CT examination in the Second Hospital of Shanxi Medical University from January to August 2022, and randomly divided into the control group and the intervention group by table of random numbers, 52 cases in each group. The control group was given routine nursing guidance, while the intervention group was given nursing guidance based on key-point control theory and mind mapping. Compare the differences in intestinal cleanliness, intestinal fullness and CT image quality between the two groups.Results:The proportion of patients with good intestinal cleanliness was 65.4% (34/52) in the intervention group, which was higher than 25.0% (13/52) in the control group ( χ2 = 22.32, P<0.01). The proportion of patients in the intervention group with grade I intestinal filling was 71.2% (37/52), which was higher than the 23.1% (12/52) in the control group ( χ2 = 27.76, P<0.01). The proportion of patients in the intervention group with excellent image quality was 80.8% (42/52), higher than 30.8% (16/52) in the control group ( χ2 = 28.56, P<0.01). The score of State Anxiety Inventory score of patients in the intervention group was (41.21 ± 5.08), lower than that of the control group (48.69 ± 6.40) ( t = 6.60, P<0.01). The satisfaction score of patients in the intervention group was 43.50(39.00, 46.00), which was higher than that of the control group 39.00(36.25, 43.00) ( Z = - 3.45, P<0.01). Conclusions:The bowel preparation nursing guidance based on key-point control theory and mind mapping can effectively improve bowel preparation of patients and the image quality of full abdominal enhanced CT examination.
7.Research progress in prevention and treatment of acute kidney injury induced by intravenous injection of iodine contrast agents
Lin ZHANG ; Congcong HE ; Jiani ZHAO ; Jing LYU ; Yueying ZHANG
Adverse Drug Reactions Journal 2023;25(12):748-754
Post-contrast acute kidney injury (PC-AKI) is one kind of the serious adverse reactions of iodine contrast agents. With the rapid development of computed tomography technology, the use of intravenous iodine contrast agents has significantly increased. Although the incidence is very low, PC-AKI after intravenous injection has attracted attention. At present, there is no effective treatment measure which is evidence-based for PC-AKI. Effective risk prediction and prevention of PC-AKI are important measures to reduce the occurrence risk and relieve the kidney injury. Rehydration therapy is currently recommended in clinical practice for the prevention and treatment of PC-AKI. In recent years, there are also many scholars studying the prevention and treatment measures such as remote ischemic precondition, drug therapy, and renal replacement therapy.
8.Research progress in prevention and treatment of acute kidney injury induced by intravenous injection of iodine contrast agents
Lin ZHANG ; Congcong HE ; Jiani ZHAO ; Jing LYU ; Yueying ZHANG
Adverse Drug Reactions Journal 2023;25(12):748-754
Post-contrast acute kidney injury (PC-AKI) is one kind of the serious adverse reactions of iodine contrast agents. With the rapid development of computed tomography technology, the use of intravenous iodine contrast agents has significantly increased. Although the incidence is very low, PC-AKI after intravenous injection has attracted attention. At present, there is no effective treatment measure which is evidence-based for PC-AKI. Effective risk prediction and prevention of PC-AKI are important measures to reduce the occurrence risk and relieve the kidney injury. Rehydration therapy is currently recommended in clinical practice for the prevention and treatment of PC-AKI. In recent years, there are also many scholars studying the prevention and treatment measures such as remote ischemic precondition, drug therapy, and renal replacement therapy.
9.Ligand-based substituent-anchoring design of selective receptor-interacting protein kinase 1 necroptosis inhibitors for ulcerative colitis therapy.
Jing ZHU ; Meng XIN ; Congcong XU ; Yuan HE ; Wannian ZHANG ; Zhibin WANG ; Chunlin ZHUANG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2021;11(10):3193-3205
Receptor-interacting protein (RIP) kinase 1 is involved in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases including ulcerative colitis (UC) by regulating necroptosis and inflammation. Our group previously identified TAK-632 (
10. Current advances in research of burning mouth syndrome: biological nerve and social psychology patterns
Shangfeng XIE ; Congcong LI ; Hong HE ; Xinyu XIA ; Xueting WANG
Chinese Journal of Stomatology 2020;55(2):123-128
Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a complex chronic disorder characterized symptomatically by burning sensation mainly localized in the tongue with no specific lesions. Its etiology is not fully understood. Due to the persistent pain and unsatisfactory outcome of treatment, patients with high expectation when seeking medical advice easily feel discontent after treatment, which might cause medical dispute. This review introduces the epidemiology, manifestations, etiology, diagnosis, classification and treatment of BMS. The authors hope the current advances about BMS, mainly focus on the etiology of biological nerve and social psychology, may help the clinicians in treatment of BMS.

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