1.Challenges and strategies for clinical treatment of low-level viremia in chronic hepatitis B patients
Huilin GAN ; Cuicui SHI ; Guangming LI
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(4):736-741
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a global public health issue, affecting the health of 250 million people worldwide. Despite the significant progress in antiviral therapy for HBV, some patients still experience low-level viremia (LLV) after receiving antiviral therapy and fail to achieve viral clearance, with an HBV DNA load remaining at a relatively low level of 20 — 2 000 IU/mL. LLV is often caused by multiple factors such as the high stability of the virus, the difficulty in clearing the virus with antiviral drugs, host immune factors, and drug resistance, which increase the difficulties in antiviral therapy. In addition, LLV can also cause liver damage, which may eventually progress to severe outcomes such as hepatocellular carcinoma. This article reviews LLV in hepatitis B in terms of diagnosis, influencing factors, clinical significance, and treatment strategies.
2.Historical Evolution and Modern Clinical Application of Huoxiang Zhengqisan
Weilu NIU ; Mengjie YANG ; Chengqi LYU ; Cuicui SHEN ; Congcong LI ; Huangchao JIA ; Liyun WANG ; Xuewei LIU ; Mingsan MIAO ; Xiaomeng WANG ; Yawei YAN ; Chunyong LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(21):156-167
In this study, bibliometric methods were used to systematically investigate the name and origin, the evolution of prescription composition, dose evolution, origin and processing method, decoction method, ancient application, modified application, modern application and other information of Huoxiang Zhengqisan. After research, Huoxiang Zhengqisan, also known as Huoxiang Zhengqitang, was first recorded in Taiping Huimin Hejijufang. The original formula is composed of 41.3 g of Arecae Pericarpium, 41.3 g of Angelicae Dahuricae Radix, 41.3 g of Perilla frutescens(actually Perillae Folium), 41.3 g of Poria, 82.6 g of Pinelliae Rhizoma, 82.6 g of Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma, 82.6 g of Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium(actually Citri Exocarpium Rubbum), 82.6 g of Magnoliae Officinalis Cortex, 82.6 g of Platycodonis Radix, 123.9 g of Pogostemonis Herba, and 103.25 g of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma. In this formula, Magnoliae Officinalis Cortex is processed according to the specifications for ginger-processed products, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma is processed according to the specifications for stir-fried products, and other herbs are used in their raw products. The botanical sources of the herbs are consistent with the 2020 edition of Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China. The above herbs are ground into a fine powder with a particle size passing through a No. 5 sieve. For each dose, take 8.26 g of the powdered formula, add 300 mL of water, along with 3 g of Zingiberis Rhizoma Recens and 3 g of Jujubae Fructus, and decoct until reduced to 140 mL. The decoction should be administered hot, with three times daily. To induce sweating, the patient should be kept warm under a quilt, and an additional dose should be prepared and taken if needed. This formula is traditionally used to relieve the exterior and resolve dampness, regulate Qi and harmonize the middle, which is mainly used to treat a series of diseases of digestive and respiratory systems. However, potential adverse reactions, including allergies, purpura and disulfiram-like reactions, should be considered during clinical use. Huoxiang Zhengqisan features a rational composition, extensive clinical application, and strong potential for further research and development.
3.Historical Evolution and Modern Clinical Application of Huoxiang Zhengqisan
Weilu NIU ; Mengjie YANG ; Chengqi LYU ; Cuicui SHEN ; Congcong LI ; Huangchao JIA ; Liyun WANG ; Xuewei LIU ; Mingsan MIAO ; Xiaomeng WANG ; Yawei YAN ; Chunyong LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(21):156-167
In this study, bibliometric methods were used to systematically investigate the name and origin, the evolution of prescription composition, dose evolution, origin and processing method, decoction method, ancient application, modified application, modern application and other information of Huoxiang Zhengqisan. After research, Huoxiang Zhengqisan, also known as Huoxiang Zhengqitang, was first recorded in Taiping Huimin Hejijufang. The original formula is composed of 41.3 g of Arecae Pericarpium, 41.3 g of Angelicae Dahuricae Radix, 41.3 g of Perilla frutescens(actually Perillae Folium), 41.3 g of Poria, 82.6 g of Pinelliae Rhizoma, 82.6 g of Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma, 82.6 g of Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium(actually Citri Exocarpium Rubbum), 82.6 g of Magnoliae Officinalis Cortex, 82.6 g of Platycodonis Radix, 123.9 g of Pogostemonis Herba, and 103.25 g of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma. In this formula, Magnoliae Officinalis Cortex is processed according to the specifications for ginger-processed products, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma is processed according to the specifications for stir-fried products, and other herbs are used in their raw products. The botanical sources of the herbs are consistent with the 2020 edition of Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China. The above herbs are ground into a fine powder with a particle size passing through a No. 5 sieve. For each dose, take 8.26 g of the powdered formula, add 300 mL of water, along with 3 g of Zingiberis Rhizoma Recens and 3 g of Jujubae Fructus, and decoct until reduced to 140 mL. The decoction should be administered hot, with three times daily. To induce sweating, the patient should be kept warm under a quilt, and an additional dose should be prepared and taken if needed. This formula is traditionally used to relieve the exterior and resolve dampness, regulate Qi and harmonize the middle, which is mainly used to treat a series of diseases of digestive and respiratory systems. However, potential adverse reactions, including allergies, purpura and disulfiram-like reactions, should be considered during clinical use. Huoxiang Zhengqisan features a rational composition, extensive clinical application, and strong potential for further research and development.
4.Challenges and considerations in implementing enhanced recovery after surgery nursing for patients with hip fractures
Sitong YAN ; Ziruo ZHANG ; Peipei LI ; Cuicui LI ; Jing HU ; Wei HUANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(6):701-706
This paper reviews the current status, problems, challenges, and considerations of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) nursing for hip fracture patients in China, and systematically elaborates on the ERAS nursing programs, nursing pathways, and quality evaluation standards for hip fracture patients in China. In response to the challenges of differentiated starting, difficult clinical practice, and incomplete quality evaluation system in implementing ERAS nursing for hip fracture patients in China, suggestions are proposed to focus on national policies, standardize basic service content, optimize perioperative treatment and nursing processes for elderly hip fracture patients, strengthen the construction of ERAS nursing teams, and implement full cycle process management.
5.Effects of progressive case teaching based on Omaha system in standardized training for new nurses
Weiwei SHI ; Cuicui YIN ; Hongtao QU ; Tengteng ZHAO ; Ping LI
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(25):3487-3491
Objective:To explore the effect of progressive case teaching based on Omaha system in standardized training for new nurses.Methods:Using convenience sampling method, 58 new nurses from Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University from January to December 2021 were selected as control group, and 58 new nurses from January to December 2022 were selected as experimental group. Experimental group received progressive case teaching based on Omaha system, while control group received routine standardized training. Both groups received training for six months. After six months of training, the academic performance, clinical thinking ability, and satisfaction of the two groups were compared.Results:After intervention, experimental group scored higher in various dimensions of academic performance and clinical thinking ability, as well as satisfaction scores with the teacher, teaching methods, and teaching effectiveness, compared to the control group, with statistical differences ( P<0.05) . Conclusions:The progressive case teaching based on Omaha system in standardized training for new nurses can improve academic performance, enhance clinical thinking abilities, and gain recognition from new nurses.
6.Advances on the mechanisms of metformin in improving cognitive impairment in schizophrenia
Houming ZHU ; Cuicui CUI ; Weili XIA ; Jiacui JI ; Hongchang ZHANG ; Xianbiao SU ; Zhongbao WANG ; Jiashu MA ; Haoran CHU ; Yunshao ZHENG ; Ludong BAI ; Ranran LI
Chinese Journal of Nervous and Mental Diseases 2024;50(5):315-320
Schizophrenia is a common chronic mental disorder.Cognitive dysfunction is one of its core symptoms,which severely affects the social functioning of patients.Currently,antipsychotic medication treatments have poor efficacy in improving cognitive functions.Recent studies have found that metformin can improve cognitive dysfunction in patients with schizophrenia.However,the mechanism of action remains unclear.This review summarizes the therapeutic effects of metformin on cognitive dysfunction in schizophrenia patients such as improving insulin resistance,repairing neuronal damage,regulating neuroimmunity,and combating oxidative stress,thereby providing new insights for the treatment of cognitive dysfunction in schizophrenia.
7.A visual RT-LAMP-VF method for detection of Zika virus nucleic acid
Yumeng SONG ; Pei HUANG ; Hongli JIN ; Cuicui JIAO ; Yujie BAI ; Mengyao ZHANG ; Zhiyuan GONG ; Yuanyuan LI ; Haili ZHANG ; Hualei WANG
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2024;44(8):1698-1703
To establish a simple,convenient,sensitive,and specific method for rapid detection of Zi-ka virus(ZIKV),the whole genome sequences of ZIKV isolated from different times and regions were analyzed.The specific primers and probes were designed based on the screened target se-quences located in the conserved region of the ZIKV NS5 gene.By combining RT-LAMP isother-mal amplification technology and immunochromatography technology,a reverse transcription loop mediated isothermal amplification nucleic acid and flow visualization strip(RT-LAMP-VF)detec-tion method for ZIKV was established.The results showed that the method had good specificity and sensitivity.When the ratio of inner,outer,and ring primers(FIP∶LF∶F3)was 4∶2∶1,the detection method can specifically detect 102 copies/pL RNA transcripts or 2.15 pfu ZIKV at 61 ℃for 45 minutes,with no cross reaction with other flaviviruses such as Japanese encephalitis virus and classical swine fever virus.Other RNAs in blood tissue samples did not affect the sensitivity and specificity of RT-LAMP-VF,indicating that the method can be applied to clinical practice.The ZIKV RT-LAMP-VF detection method established in this study is easy to perform and does not require special instruments and equipment.It is particularly suitable for the rapid detection of ZIKV in grassroots units,providing technical support and material support for the establishment of on-site rapid detection and early warning and prediction systems for ZIKV disease.
8.Expression of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus Gn-D Ⅲ-Ⅲ and development of indirect ELISA for antibody detection
Mengyao ZHANG ; Tianlai LIANG ; Feihu YAN ; Tao CHEN ; Cuicui JIAO ; Hongli JIN ; Jiaoyan LUAN ; Xiao WU ; Pei HUANG ; Haili ZHANG ; Qin NING ; Hualei WANG ; Yuanyuan LI
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2024;44(8):1704-1712
The PCR-amplified severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus(SFTSV)Gn-DⅢ-Ⅲ gene was inserted into the pET-30a(+)prokaryotic expression vector to generate the re-combinant plasmid pET-SFTSV-Gn-D Ⅲ-Ⅲ.The plasmid was transformed into E.coli BL21(DE3)for Gn-DⅢ-m protein expression and the expression conditions were optimized.The Gn-DⅢ-Ⅲ protein purified with Ni-NTA column affinity chromatography was applied as the captured antigen to establish an indirect ELISA method for the detection of SFTSV antibody.The results demonstrated that the recombinant plasmid pET-SFTSV-Gn-D Ⅲ-Ⅲ was successfully constructed as identified by PCR and sequencing.The recombinant protein SFTSV Gn-D m-Ⅲ was soluble ex-pression in E.coli under the optimal induction conditions of 0.4 mmol/L IPTG at 25 ℃ for 4 h,and the protein purity was 91.77%after purification by Ni-NTA column.The optimal reaction con-ditions for the indirect ELISA of SFTSV antibody were as follows:coating antigen concentration(5 μg/mL),primary antibody(incubation at 37 ℃ for 1.5 h),and secondary antibody(diluted 1:10 000 and incubated at 37 ℃ for 1 h).The established method had no cross-reactivity with Rift Valley fever virus(RVFV),Ebola virus(EBOV),and tick-borne encephalitis virus(TBEV)posi-tive sera.The method had a high sensitivity,with P/N>2.1 for SFTSV-positive sera diluted to 81920.Coefficients of variation for intra-and inter-batch reactions were less than 10%.Detection of four SFTSV-infected human clinical serum samples showed the serum samples from patients in re-mission were tested as positive(P/N>2.1),while serum samples from patients with multiple or-gan failure were detected as negative(P/N<2.1).The results indicated that the SFTSV Gn-D Ⅲ-Ⅲ protein was successfully expressed and purified,and it was used as the coating protein to estab-lish an indirect ELISA assay for SFTSV antibody,which possesses good specificity,sensitivity and reproducibility.This method might be applied to detect human SFTSV clinical serum samples.
9.Efficacy and safety of 308-nm excimer laser and 308-nm excimer lamp in the treatment of 194 children with vitiligo: a retrospective study
Li LUO ; Bona ZHANG ; Wei WU ; Wenjing TANG ; Yuehua LI ; Xiaoli LIU ; Yanan MA ; Cuicui LI ; Mengyan QI ; Ni SUN ; Qiong SHI
Chinese Journal of Dermatology 2024;57(8):721-727
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of 308-nm excimer lamp and 308-nm excimer laser in the treatment of pediatric vitiligo.Methods:Clinical data were collected from children with stable vitiligo who received targeted phototherapy at the Department of Dermatology of Xijing Hospital from 2010 to 2015, and retrospectively analyzed. The patients were treated with either 308-nm excimer laser or 308-nm excimer lamp, and all were given topical drugs. The treatment lasted for at least 3 months, and follow-up for at least 6 months. The severity of vitiligo was assessed using the Vitiligo Area and Severity Index (VASI) score. The efficacy was evaluated after 3 months of treatment, and at least a 50% reduction in the VASI score (VASI50) was defined as "effectiveness". A logistic regression model was constructed using treatment efficacy as the dependent variable to screen factors related to the treatment outcome. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used to compare skewed data before and after treatment. Adverse reactions during treatment were recorded to evaluate the safety of targeted phototherapy.Results:A total of 194 children with stable vitiligo were included, comprising 103 males (53.1%) and 91 females (46.9%), with the age being 6 to 14 (10.2 ± 2.3) years. Among them, 138 (71.1%) received 308-nm excimer laser therapy, while 56 (28.9%) received 308-nm excimer lamp therapy. The VASI score ( M [ Q1, Q3]) was 0.12 (0.05, 0.40) at the baseline, significantly decreased to 0.06 (0.02, 0.19) after 3 months of treatment ( Z = 12.02, P < 0.001). After 3 months of treatment, 52 patients achieved VASI50, and 30 achieved VASI75, resulting in an overall response rate of 42.3% (82/194). Specifically, in the 308-nm excimer laser group, 38 patients achieved VASI50 and 26 achieved VASI75, with a response rate of 46.4% (64/138) ; in the 308-nm excimer lamp group, 14 patients achieved VASI50 and 4 achieved VASI75, yielding a response rate of 32.1% (18/56). Univariate logistic regression analysis indicated that lesions located on the head and neck or the trunk were more prone to repigmentation compared with those on the limbs ( OR = 3.56, 95% CI: 1.15 - 11.02, P = 0.027; OR = 6.58, 95% CI: 1.81 - 23.96, P = 0.004, respectively) ; additionally, facial lesions around the eyes were more prone to repigmentation compared with lesions on other facial areas ( OR = 4.58, 95% CI: 1.10 - 19.11, P = 0.037), and hair involvement in vitiligo lesions on the head and neck made repigmentation less likely to occur compared with lesions without hair involvement ( OR = 0.31, 95% CI: 0.13 - 0.75, P = 0.010). Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that the periorbital region was the most favorable site for repigmentation among facial areas ( OR = 5.37, 95% CI: 1.18 - 24.34, P = 0.029), and hair involvement in vitiligo lesions on the head and neck was an independent risk factor for phototherapy-induced repigmentation ( OR = 0.28, 95% CI: 0.08 - 0.96, P = 0.042). Among the 194 patients treated with targeted phototherapy for 3 months, 33 experienced short-term treatment-related adverse reactions, including erythema, blisters, desquamation, itching, and pain; most adverse reactions were mild, and no severe adverse reactions were observed. Conclusion:Targeted phototherapy using 308-nm excimer laser or 308-nm excimer lamp was safe and effective for the treatment of pediatric vitiligo.
10.Effects of extended latissimusdorsi musculocutaneous flap combined with precision surgery for breast cancer in stage Ⅰ breast reconstruction
Xiaochun ZHOU ; Cuicui GE ; Yong DENG ; Hui CHEN ; Lingjie LI ; Xiyu CHEN ; Lanlan YAN ; Jing LU
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2024;30(4):332-336
Objective:To evaluate the application value of extended latissimusdorsi musculocutaneous flap combined with breast precision hand in stage Ⅰ breast reconstruction.Methods:Twelve cases of extended latissimusdorsi musculocutaneous flap combined with stage Ⅰ breast reconstruction for breast cancer precision surgery were collected from January 2022 to February 2023 in our department, the postoperative complications of surgical techniques were analyzed, and the cosmetic effects of breast reconstruction were evaluated according to Harris standards.Results:All 12 cases underwent breast reconstruction with extended latissimusdorsi musculocutaneous flap, and the survival rate of the flap was 100%. There was local cutaneous margin necrosis in 1 case of back incision, partial ischemic necrosis of the nipple in 1 case, and effusion in the donor area of the back in 5 cases. Harris evaluation of cosmetic effect of breast reconstruction was excellent in 3 cases, good in 6 cases, and fair in 3 cases. Follow-up time was 4-16 months (median was 12 months), and no local recurrence or distant metastasis was observed during follow-up.Conclusions:The extended latissimusdorsi musculocutaneous flap combined with precision mastectomy stage Ⅰ reconstruction is a safe and feasible treatment method for breast cancer.

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