1.Progress on the hazards and control of ship-borne vector organisms
Yun-chuan HE ; Hui-ling HAO ; Bin SUN ; Hong-yan LYU ; Deng-yong HOU ; Xiao-meng REN
Acta Parasitologica et Medica Entomologica Sinica 2026;33(2):144-151
In the context of burgeoning economic trade, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of ships travelling between domestic and international ports. Inbound and outbound cargo ships, cruise liners, ferries, and other types of vessels have emerged as critical vehicles for the dispersal of vector organisms and the spread of infectious disease agents. Public health concerns associated with these vessels represent a significant threat to human welfare. In this paper, we comprehensively review the hazards posed by vector organisms on ships, the latest advances in prevention and control strategies, and proposes appropriate countermeasures. The aim is to provide effective guidance for the prevention and control of public health security issues caused by ship-borne vector organisms.
2.Analysis of clinical characteristics and diagnostic prediction of Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome in acute ischemic stroke
Hao XU ; Xu ZHU ; Bo LI ; Xiaodan LIU ; Xihui PAN ; Changqing DENG
Digital Chinese Medicine 2025;8(1):111-122
[Objective] :
To explore the clinical characteristics and methods for syndrome differentiation prediction, as well as to construct a predictive model for Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome in patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS).
[Methods] :
This study employed a retrospective case-control design to analyze patients with AIS who received inpatient treatment at the Neurology Department of The First Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2022. AIS patients meeting the diagnostic criteria for Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome were stratified into case group, while those without Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome were stratified into control group. The demographic characteristics (age and gender), clinical parameters [time from onset to admission, National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score, and blood pressure], past medical history, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) diagnostic characteristics (tongue and pulse), neurological symptoms and signs, imaging findings [magnetic resonance imaging-diffusion weighted imaging (MRI-DWI)], and biochemical indicators of the two groups were collected and compared. The indicators with statistical difference (P < 0.05) in univariate analysis were included in multivariate logistic regression analysis to evaluate their predictive value for the diagnosis of Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome, and the predictive model was constructed by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis.
[Results] :
The study included 1 035 AIS patients, with 404 cases in case group and 631 cases in control group. Compared with control group, patients in case group were significantly older, had extended onset-to-admission time, lower diastolic blood pressure, and lower NIHSS scores (P < 0.05). Case group showed lower incidence of hypertension history (P < 0.05). Regarding tongue and pulse characteristics, pale and dark tongue colors, white tongue coating, fine pulse, astringent pulse, and sinking pulse were more common in case group. Imaging examinations demonstrated higher proportions of centrum semiovale infarction, cerebral atrophy, and vertebral artery stenosis in case group (P < 0.05). Among biochemical indicators, case group showed higher proportions of elevated fasting blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), while lower proportions of elevated white blood cell count, reduced hemoglobin, and reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) (P < 0.05). Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified significant predictors for Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome including: fine pulse [odds ratio (OR) = 4.38], astringent pulse (OR = 3.67), superficial sensory abnormalities (OR = 1.86), centrum semiovale infarction (OR = 1.57), cerebral atrophy (OR = 1.55), vertebral artery stenosis (OR = 1.62), and elevated HbA1c (OR = 3.52). The ROC curve analysis of the comprehensive prediction model yielded an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.878 [95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.855 – 0.900].
[Conclusion]
This study finds out that Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome represents one of the primary types of AIS. Fine pulse, astringent pulse, superficial sensory abnormalities, centrum semiovale infarction, cerebral atrophy, vertebral artery stenosis, elevated blood glucose, elevated HbA1c, pale and dark tongue colors, and white tongue coating are key objective diagnostic indicators for the syndrome differentiation of AIS with Qi deficiency and blood stasis syndrome. Based on these indicators, a syndrome differentiation prediction model has been developed, offering a more objective basis for clinical diagnosis, and help to rapidly identify this syndrome in clinical practice and reduce misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis.
3.Research hotspots,frontier changes,and trend prospects of neuromuscular training
Hao TIAN ; Dingding CHEN ; Deng WANG ; Qiang YE
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(24):5148-5157
BACKGROUND:With the rise of sports medicine,neuromuscular training has become a popular area of research in recent years,and a large number of results have been achieved.However,existing research lacks a comprehensive and systematic review,underscoring the need for a holistic and systematic synthesis to elucidate the current status,key issues,and trends in this field.OBJECTIVE:To conduct a comprehensive overview of the current status,characteristics,and trends of research in the field of neuromuscular training.METHODS:A search of the Web of Science Core Collection database was conducted for peer-reviewed English-language journal articles regarding neuromuscular training.Conference papers,reviews,book chapters,and irrelevant papers were excluded,and a total of 3 102 core literature items were included.The bibliometric and visualization analyses of the included literature were conducted using the VOSviewer 1.6.20 and Citespace software.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)Research in the field of neuromuscular training has entered a phase of sustained growth in the last decade.(2)The University of Cincinnati is the most influential institution in this field,having fostered a closely cooperating research team,including Prof.Gregory D.Myer,who has made significant contributions to the development of the field.The American Journal of Sports Medicine is the most prominent journal in this field,and because of its multifaceted strengths,the United States dominates research in this area.(3)The research topics that have attracted the greatest attention include neuromuscular control(centrality:0.09),injury(centrality:0.02),and kinesiology(centrality:0.06).The research in this field is characterized by a systematic,prospective,effective and applied approach.The mechanisms of injury rehabilitation and functional reconstruction,characteristics of sports performance and intervention strategies,rehabilitation training methods and countermeasures,and risk prevention interventions and validation of the effects are the focus of the researchers'continuous attention.(4)The principal burst words include anterior cruciate ligament(emergent intensity:33.23)and activation(emergent intensity:22.7).The evolution of research frontiers indicates a shift in perspective from localization to systematic integration.The research objective has transitioned from a primary focus on prevention and treatment to a more holistic approach that encompasses capacity enhancement.Additionally,the emphasis has shifted from merely activating the process to achieving precise control.(5)It is recommended that future research should further promote cross-disciplinary collaboration and facilitate the development of neuromuscular training towards diversification,individualization and long-term effectiveness.
4.Exploratory study of MRI of the clavicle's sternal end in the assessment of bone age in chinese adolescents
Qinjin LIU ; Yushan LIN ; Junhong LIU ; Lirong QIU ; Yufan GUI ; Yihui LUO ; Ting LU ; Hao DAI ; Zhao PENG ; Bo REN ; Cuiping ZHANG ; Gang NING ; Zhenhua DENG ; Ming YANG ; Fei FAN
Chinese Journal of Forensic Medicine 2025;40(1):49-55
Objective To investigate the value of MRI of the sternal end of clavicle in bone age assessment in Chinese population,especially its applicability in the determination of criminal responsible age.Methods A total of 431 patients aged from 10.00 to 29.99 years with neck or chest MRI were retrospectively collected.According to the Schmeling grading method,the epiphyseal development of the clavicle MRI was divided into five grades.The consistency of methods was evaluated.The correlation and general descriptive analysis between MRI grades and age was analyzed.The sex difference was analyzed.Curve fitting was used to establish a nonlinear model between age and grades.Results The grades of clavicle MRI showed a significant age-related trend(Figure 2),and the correlation was 0.861(0.887 in males and 0.840 in females).Except for grade 1,there was no significant difference between males and females in other grades.The minimum age of male grade 3 was greater than 14 years old,and the minimum age of female grade 3 was greater than 16 years old.The minimum age in grade 4 and grade 5 was over 18 years old in both sexes.The best curve fitting model was cubic model for both sexes(R2=0.805 for men and 0.722 for women).Conclusion Clavicle MRI can be used for the assessment of bone age in Chinese population.Complete epiphyseal plate closure can be used as a reliable indicator for the determination of age at 18 years old,and it is expected to achieve radiation-free forensic bone age assessment.
5.Prokaryotic expression and polyclonal antibody preparation of N protein of PD-CoV
Mingyu LI ; Yuhang JIANG ; Guoqing ZHANG ; Lingcong DENG ; Letian LI ; Jiayi HAO ; Xue ZHANG ; Jiani LI ; Chang LI
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2025;45(8):1587-1592,1608
The synthetic PDCoV N protein gene was optimized and cloned into the pET-30a vector to obtain the pET-30a-N plasmid.Thenthe recombinant plasmid was transformed into three strains of BL21 E.coli using heat-shock to explore protein expression conditions.The expressed proteins was purified using Ni Focurose 6FF(IMAC)and used as antigen to immunize the New Zealand White rabbit to prepare the polyclonal antibody against the PDCoV N protein.The antibody titer was measured by indirect ELISA method.The specificity for the antibody was identified by West-ern blot and indirect immunofluorescence(IFA).The results showed that the pET-30a-N plasmid showed high expression level in BL21 StarTM(DE 3).The optimal expression condition was 37 ℃ 4 h.The purity of the target protein could reach 90.3%after purification.Indirect ELISA showed that the antibody titers was up to 1∶204 800.Western blot and IFA showed that the produced rabbit polyclonal antibody exhibited good specificity.In conclusion,the polyclonal antibody was prepared which specifically recognized the PDCoV N proteins.The results provided some references for the subsequent exploration of PDCoV N protein function and laid a foundation for establishing a diag-nostic method for PDCoV.
6.Strategic Considerations on Sustainable Utilization and Industrial Development of Marine Chinese Medicine Resources in China
Xianjun FU ; Zihan FANG ; Jiagang DENG ; Hao WU ; Changyun WANG ; Juan GUO
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(10):2761-2771
The sustainable utilization and development of marine Chinese medicine are of great significance for protecting marine ecosystems,inheriting traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)culture,and promoting high-quality development of the TCM industry.Through generations of efforts,China has established a solid foundation in marine traditional Chinese medicine(MTCM)research,including the accumulation of traditional application experience,construction of research platforms,professional talent cultivation,establishment of high-level academic exchange platforms,policy support,and industrial environment optimization,with a series of breakthrough achievements.However,challenges persist in sustainable utilization and industrial development,such as unclear dynamic status of marine biological resources(some even depleted),disconnection between research and conservation due to weak awareness,insufficient R&D investment hindering landmark achievements,lack of national-level research platforms,and low industrial scale/intensification.To address these issues,strategic measures should be implemented,including strengthening dynamic monitoring and management of marine Chinese medicine resources,advancing artificial breeding and aquaculture technologies,establishing a national technology innovation center,increasing R&D investment through special funds,innovating research approaches,developing high-value products,and promote the integrated development of the entire industry chain of marine traditional Chinese medicine.Additionally,interdisciplinary collaboration,international cooperation,and public education should be enhanced to achieve effective resource conservation and rational utilization,form a marine traditional Chinese medicine industry cluster with a complete industrial chain,significant driving effect,and concentrated brand effect,ultimately contributing to human health and China's maritime power strategy.
7.Research progress on the application of artificial intelligence in minimally invasive surgery
Longfei GOU ; Chang CHEN ; Bo′er SU ; Wenhao WU ; Haijun DENG ; Jiang YU ; Guoxin LI ; Yanfeng HU ; Hao CHEN
Chinese Journal of Digestive Surgery 2025;24(5):599-608
With the rapid development of minimally invasive techniques in surgery, arti-ficial intelligence (AI), particularly deep learning, is playing an increasingly important role in mini-mally invasive surgery. By automated analysis of surgical videos, AI can efficiently perform key tasks such as instrument recognition, surgical phase identification, action analysis, anatomical structure recognition, intraoperative diagnosis, adverse event monitoring and smart desmoking. These appli-cations provide essential support for real-time monitoring, surgical navigation and skill assessment during surgery. The authors summarize the current research progress of AI in minimally invasive surgery, including its applications in the fields of hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, as well as gastrointestinal surgery. It also explores the potential of AI in enhancing surgical safety, efficiency and skill assessment. By synthesizing the latest research achievements of AI technology in the field of surgery, as well as analyzing its technical challenges and risks, it aims to provide guidance for future innovations and clinical applications, promoting the advancement and implementation of AI in minimally invasive surgery.
8.Clinical efficacy of open anterior myofascial repair surgery on abdominal wall incision hernia
Lu CHEN ; Xianpeng DAI ; Hao DENG ; Baiqi LIU ; Yuli PENG ; Siyi WU ; Dingcheng SHEN ; Gengwen HUANG
Chinese Journal of Digestive Surgery 2025;24(9):1161-1166
Objective:To investigate the clinical efficacy of open anterior myofascial repair surgery on abdominal wall incision hernia.Methods:The retrospective cohort study was conducted. The clinical data of 188 patients who underwent open anterior myofascial repair surgery on abdo-minal wall incision hernia at three medical centers, including Xiangya Hospital of Central South University et al, from December 2016 to December 2024 were collected. There were 85 males and 103 females, aged (62±12)years. Of the 188 patients, 55 cases had large incisional hernia and 133 cases had non-large incisional hernia. Observation indicators: (1) intraoperative conditions; (2) postopera-tive conditions; (3) follow-up. Comparison of measurement data with normal distribution between groups was conducted using the independent sample t test. Comparison of measurement data with skewed distribution between groups was conducted using the Mann-Whitney U test. Comparison of count data between groups was conducted using the chi-square test or Fisher exact test. Comparison of ordinal data between groups was conducted using the nonparametic test. Results:(1) Intra-operative conditions. The operation time of the 55 patients with large incisional hernia was (145±40)minutes, and the volume of intraoperative blood loss was 40.0(22.5,55.0)mL, cases with fascial defect located in the central anterior abdominal wall, the superolateral quadrant, the inferolateral quadrant were 26, 7, 22, the fascial defect area was 140(99,169)cm2, cases used with self-fixating mesh and flat mesh were 29, 26. The above indicators of the 133 patients with non-large incisional hernia were (124±34)minutes, 35.0(30.0,45.0)mL, 47, 26, 60, 25(12,40)cm2, 67, 66, respectively. There were significant differences in operation time and fascial defect area between patients with large incisional hernia and non-large incisional hernia ( t=-3.651, Z=-10.339, P<0.05), and there was no significant difference in the volume of intraoperative blood loss, defect quadrant distribution, and mesh type ( Z=-0.501, χ2=2.692, 0.086, P>0.05). (2) Postoperative conditions. Of the 55 patients with large incisional hernia, 7 cases developed postoperative seroma, including 5 cases combined with concomitant surgical-site infection, and 4 additional cases developed with surgical-site infection. Of the 133 patients with non-large incisional hernia, 15 cases developed postoperative seroma, including 3 cases combined with concomitant surgical-site infection. There was a significant difference in surgical-site infection between patients with large incisional hernia and non-large incisional hernia ( χ2=10.707, P<0.05), and there was no significant difference in postoperative seroma ( χ2=0.079, P>0.05). The duration of postoperative hospital stay was 7(6, 9)days for the 55 patients with large incisional hernia and 5(4, 6)days for the 133 patients with non-large incisional hernia, showing a significant difference between them ( Z=-6.292, P<0.05). (3) Follow-up. All 188 patients were followed up for 43(range, 29-67)months. During the follow-up, 9 patients experienced hernia recurrence, including 7 patients with large incisional hernia and 2 patients with non-large incisional hernia. For the 7 patients of large incisional hernia with hernia recurrence, 4 cases underwent reoperation and 3 cases received conservative treatment. All 2 patients of non-large incisional hernia with hernia recurrence received conservative treatment. There was no significant difference in hernia recurrence between patients with large incisional hernia and non-large incisional hernia ( χ2=8.432, P<0.05). Results of chronic pain score at postoperative 3 month showed that among 55 patients with large incisional hernia, 40 cases had mild pain, 7 cases had moderate pain, and 8 cases had severe pain. Among 133 patients with non-large incisional hernia, the above indicators were 102, 28, and 3, respectively. There was no significant difference in chronic pain score at postoperative 3 month between patients with large incisional hernia and non-large incisional hernia ( Z=-0.968, P>0.05). Conclusions:Open anterior myofascial repair surgery can be used for the treatment of abdominal wall incision hernia. Compared with non-large incisional hernia, patients with large incisional hernia have longer operation time, are more prone to surgical-site infection, have longer postoperative hospital stay, and are more likely to experience hernia recurrence.
9.Comparison of local debridement versus En bloc osteotomy for chronic osteomyelitis of the tibia
Changzheng YAN ; Dongxu TANG ; Hao SONG ; Yanfei LUO ; Kai CHEN ; Liu YANG ; Jiang DENG ; Shiqiang RUAN
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(23):3645-3651
Objective To compare of the efficacy of two distinct debridement techniques in membrane induction therapy for chronic tibial osteomyelitis.Methods A retrospective study was conducted on 52 patients with Cierny-Mader type IV A/B chronic tibial osteomyelitis who were treated at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University between July 2016 and December 2023.Five patients were diagnosed and treated before 2020,while 47 were managed from 2020 onward.Patients were divided into two groups:a local debridement group(n=28)and an en bloc osteotomy group(n=24).Perioperative outcomes—including operative time,incision length,intraoperative blood loss,and length of hospital stay—were assessed,along with clinical efficacy at 6 months,12 months,and final follow-up.Clinical outcomes were evaluated using the Hospital for Special Surgery(HSS)knee score,the American Orthopaedic Foot&Ankle Society(AOFAS)ankle-hindfoot score,joint range of motion(knee flexion-extension and ankle plantarflexion-dorsiflexion),recurrence rate,and the Paley classification for infectious bone defects.Results The local debridement group exhibited significantly less intraoperative blood loss(P<0.05),shorter operative time(P<0.05),and reduced hospital stay(P<0.05),as well as higher AOFAS and HSS scores at both 6 and 12 months postoperatively(P<0.05).In contrast,the osteotomy group demonstrated superior Paley classification outcomes at 6 months,12 months,and final follow-up(P<0.05),along with lower rates of infection recurrence.Longitudinal analysis indicated significant improvements in AOFAS scores,HSS scores,and joint mobility over time in both groups(P<0.05).However,no statistically significant differences were observed between groups in terms of functional scores or joint mobility parameters at final follow-up(P>0.05).Conclusion En bloc osteotomy combined with the induced membrane technique(Masquelet technique)enables more comprehensive debridement,minimizes the necessity for repeated surgical interventions,reduces postoperative complications,lowers the risk of recurrence,and promotes enhanced bone healing.
10.Protein kinase D inhibitor CRT0066101 suppresses tumor growth by inhibiting the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway to promote apoptosis and autophagy in hepatocellular carcinoma cells
Hao-hua DENG ; Bao-yuan TANG ; Bei XIE ; Lin-jing LI
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2025;41(12):2297-2305
Aim To investigate the inhibitory effect of the protein kinase D(PKD)-specific inhibitor CRT0066101 on hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)and its underlying molecular mechanisms,providing new theoretical insights and therapeutic strategies for targe-ted HCC treatment.Methods HCC cell lines were treated with varying concentrations of CRT0066101.The inhibitory effects on cell proliferation were assessed using the CCK-8 assay,colony formation assay,and EdU staining.The impact on cell migration and inva-sion was evaluated through wound-healing assays and Transwell migration and invasion assays.was employed toThe effects of CRT0066101 on the phosphorylation levels of PKD and key proteins in the downstream PI3K/AKT signaling pathway were analyzed using Western blot.Additionally,the drug's regulatory effects on apoptosis and autophagy in HCC cells were examined using Western blot,flow cytometry,and the mRFP-GFP-LC3 dual-fluorescence reporter system.Results CRT0066101 significantly inhibited the pro-liferation,migration and invasion of HCC cells.West-ern blotting results demonstrated that CRT0066101 dose-dependently suppressed the phosphorylation of PKD family proteins and downregulated the activation of the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.Furthermore,CRT0066101 treatment upregulated the expression of the pro-apoptotic protein Bax while downregulating the anti-apoptotic protein Bcl-2.It also markedly increased the expression levels of autophagy marker proteins Bec-lin-1 and LC3B-Ⅱ,suggesting that the drug simulta-neously induced apoptosis and autophagy in HCC cells.Conclusions CRT0066101 specifically inhibits PKD activity,blocks the PI3K/AKT signaling path-way,suppresses HCC cell proliferation and metastasis,and induces apoptosis and autophagy.These findings indicate that CRT0066101 is a promising small-mole-cule inhibitor for targeted HCC therapy with potential clinical applications.


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