1.Evaluation of the effect of clinical pharmacists participating in the treatment of chronic heart failure based on the clinical pharmacy pathway
Guanhua HOU ; Baozhen WANG ; Yuchen TANG ; Jie CHENG ; Yuan DONG ; Zhiqiang DONG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(6):800-805
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effect of clinical pharmacists participating in the treatment of chronic heart failure (CHF) based on the clinical pharmacy pathway (CPP). METHODS Totally 226 CHF patients recruited from August 24th, 2024 to March 14th, 2025, were divided into an observation group and a control group based on the random number table method, with 113 cases in each group. All patients were treated with conventional therapy. The observation group was additionally given CPP management (including pharmaceutical care during hospitalization, the formulation of individualized discharge medication regimens, and pharmaceutical follow-up after discharge). The cardiac function parameters at admission, at discharge, at 3 and 6 months after discharge, drug use at 6 months after discharge, economic indicators, as well as the readmission rate and mortality rate at 6 months after discharge were compared between the two groups. Morisky Medication Adherence Scale-8 Items (MMAS-8), Somatic Self-rating Scale (SSS) and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) scores were compared at admission, at discharge and at 3 and 6 months after discharge. RESULTS Six months after discharge, 24 patients dropped out. Eventually, 104 patients in the observation group and 98 patients in the control group completed the study. Compared with at admission, New York Heart Association (NYHA) cardiac functional classification, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and N -terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) of both groups of patients at discharge as well as at 3 and 6 months after discharge were significantly improved; moreover, the improvements at 3 and 6 months after discharge were significantly better than those at discharge. Meanwhile, the above indexes (except for NYHA cardiac functional classification at discharge, NT-proBNP and NYHA cardiac functional classification at 3 months after discharge) of the observation group at discharge, at 3 and 6 months after discharge were significantly better than the control group ( P <0.05). The utilization rates of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI)/angiotensin Ⅱ receptor blocker (ARB)/angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI), the proportion of β-blockers reaching the target dose, the utilization rate of sodium-glucose linked transporter 2 inhibitor (SGLT2i), and the proportion of SGLT2i reaching the target dose in the observation group were significantly higher than the control group ( P <0.05), and the proportion of drugs and readmission rate were significantly lower than the control group ( P <0.05). Compared with at admission, MMAS-8 scores of the patients in the observation group at discharge, at 3 and 6 months after discharge were significantly increased, while SSS and PHQ-9 scores were significantly lowered ( P <0.05). And all the above scores gradually decreas ed with the extension of discharge time ( P <0.05). CONCLUSIONS Clinical pharmacists can utilize CPP to significantly improve patients’ cardiac function, medication adherence, somatic symptoms and depression. Additionally, they can significantly improve the utilization rates of ACEI/ARB/ARNI and SGLT2i, as well as the proportion of target doses of β-blockers and SGLT2i, while simultaneously reducing readmission rates.
2.Meta analysis of the efficacy of digital psychological therapies on depressive symptoms among adolescents
YANG Xuan, YANG Dong, CAI Rui, TANG Yuping, YE Sheng, LUO Yaoyue
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(4):531-537
Objective:
To systematically evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and maintenance effects of digital psychological therapies on depressive symptoms among adolescents, so as to provide a reference for clinical practice.
Methods:
Randomized controlled trial(RCT) investigating digital psychological therapies to improve depressive symptoms among adolescents were searched across databases, including PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang database, VIP database, and SinoMed, from database inception to November 20, 2025. Following literature screening, quality assessment, and data extraction, a Meta analysis was performed using Stata 18.0 software.
Results:
A total of 20 studies involving 2 042 adolescents aged 11-19 were included. The Meta analysis revealed that digital psychological therapies significantly alleviated depressive symptoms in adolescents ( SMD =-0.59, 95% CI =-0.85 to -0.32, P <0.01). The therapeutic effect was sustained at long term follow up ( SMD =-0.21, 95% CI =-0.34 to -0.09, P <0.01). Furthermore, depression scores in the intervention group showed a continued decrease from post intervention to long term follow up ( SMD =-0.28, 95% CI =-0.41 to -0.14, P <0.01). Egger s linear regression test indicated possible publication bias (Kendall s tall=0.28, P <0.01).
Conclusions
Digital psychological therapies can effectively improve depressive symptoms among adolescents, with stable long term efficacy. However, current evidence remains limited and exhibits substantial heterogeneity. Therefore, further large sample, high quality RCTs are warranted to validate the effectiveness of this intervention.
3.Predictive model for severe adverse reaction associated with bevacizumab based on the global trigger tool and machine learning
Yongfei FU ; Xin LONG ; Hongzhen XU ; Jian TANG ; Xiangqing LI ; Yucheng LONG ; Dong QIN
China Pharmacy 2026;37(4):497-503
OBJECTIVE To confirm trigger items for adverse drug reaction (ADR) induced by bevacizumab, to identify and analyze the occurrence of related ADR, and to establish a predictive model for severe adverse reaction (SAR) caused by this drug. METHODS Based on the global trigger tool (GTT) theory, and referencing the GTT White Paper, drug package inserts and relevant literature, trigger items for bevacizumab-related ADR were confirmed using a single-round Delphi method. Utilizing these established items, electronic medical records of relevant patients at Guilin People’s Hospital from January 2020 to September 2024 were actively screened via the China Hospital Pharmacovigilance System. Pharmacists then identified and tallied the occurrence of bevacizumab-induced ADR. Data from patients with any positive trigger item served as the study subjects (divided into training and test sets at a ratio of 7∶3), candidate feature variables were selected from 39 related variables using the Boruta algorithm, and the multivariable Logistic regression analysis was performed with the occurrence of SAR as the dependent variable. Based on these candidate features, Logistic Regression, Extreme Gradient Boosting, Light Gradient Boosting Machine, Random Forest, and Categorical Boosting models were constructed. Model performance was evaluated using metrics including the area under the curve (AUC) of receiver operating characteristic curve and recall rate. The Shapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) method was applied to analyze and interpret the contribution of each variable. A nomogram was constructed based on the optimal model. RESULTS A total of 38 trigger items for active monitoring of bevacizumab-related ADR were determined, comprising 17 laboratory indicators, 13 clinical manifestations, and 8 intervention measures. In total, 483 patients with positive trigger items were included, and 318 patients with bevacizumab-induced ADR were identified, including 83 SARs. The positive predictive values for the trigger items and cases were 43.57% (708/1 625) and 63.84% (318/483), respectively. Bevacizumab-induced ADR involved 7 systems/organs, with the hematological system being the most frequently involved (64.15%). The Boruta algorithm selected 7 vari ables: serum potassium, hematocrit, albumin-to-globulin ratio, prealbumin, hypertension history, age and red blood cell count. Multivariable Logistic regression showed that elevated serum potassium levels were associated with a decreased risk of bevacizumab-induced SAR (OR=0.234, P =0.002), while a history of hypertension (OR=2.642, P =0.006) and increased age (OR=1.040, P =0.025) were associated with an increased risk. The Logistic Regression model demonstrated superior performance with higher AUC, F1 score and recall rate (0.761, 0.447, 0.607), compared to other models. SHAP evaluation results indicated that variables such as serum potassium, hematocrit, and age ranked highest in importance. CONCLUSIONS Totally 38 trigger entries have been successfully identified for active screening of bevacizumab-related ADR. Elevated serum potassium levels are a protective factor against bevacizumab-induced SAR, whereas the hypertension history and increased age are risk factors. The Logistic Regression model is the optimal predictive model.
4.Effect of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation on Stress Response in Patients Undergoing Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy
Yanan LI ; Zhengzuo WAN ; Xueliang DONG ; Shiyi TANG ; Xuelai YU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(10):1071-1077
ObjectiveTo explore the effect of transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) on stress response in patients undergoing unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) and to identify optimal TEAS parameters. MethodsA total of 96 patients undergoing UBE were randomly grouped into total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA) group, acupuncture-assisted anesthesia with continuous waves (AACW) group, and acupuncture-assisted anesthesia with sparse-dense waves (AASDW) group, with 32 patients per group. All groups were given a standardized TIVA protocol. In the AACW group (100 Hz continuous wave stimulation) and the AASDW group (2/100 Hz sparse-dense wave stimulation), TEAS intervention was applied to both bilateral Zusanli (ST36) and Sanyinjiao (SP6) 30 minutes before TIVA induction and continued until the end of the surgery. In the TIVA group, electrodes were only connected without electrical stimulation. The stress response indicators including cortisol (Cor) and adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), heart rate (HR), mean arterial pressure (MAP), and bispectral index (BIS) at before anesthesia induction (T0), after tracheal intubation (T1), during laminectomy (T2), and 1 hour after surgery (T3) were compared across groups. The operation duration, anesthesia duration, extubation and recovery duration were recorded, as well as pain intensity including visual analogue scale (VAS), and sedation level (by Ramsay sedation score) at 2, 6, 12 hours after surgery, and postoperative complications. ResultsThe AACW group and AASDW group had lower ACTH and COR levels at T1, T2 and T3, as well as lower HR and MAP levels at T1 and T2 than TIVA group, with AASDW group being lower than AACW group (P<0.05). At T3, the AASDW group had higher BIS than TIVA group and AACW group (P<0.05). No significant difference in operation duration was observed (P>0.05). The AACW group and AASDW group had shorter anesthesia, extubation and recovery duration than TIVA group, with AASDW group being the shortest (P<0.05). The VAS scores at 2 h, 6 h, and 12 h after surgery in the AACW and AASDW groups were lower than those in the TIVA group, with the AASDW group showing significantly lower scores than the AACW group (P<0.05). The Ramsay sedation scores in the AASDW group were lower than those in the AACW group at 2 h and 6 h after surgery (P<0.05). The total incidence of complications in the AASDW group was 6.25% (2/32), significantly lower than 28.13% (9/32) in the TIVA group (P<0.05). ConclusionTEAS can effectively suppresses stress response in patients undergoing UBE, with the 2/100 Hz sparse-dense wave parameter being most effective, which can stabilize hemodynamics, accelerate recovery, improve postoperative sedation and analgesia quality, and reduces complications.
5.Acetyl-coenzyme A synthetase 2-mediated acetyl-coenzyme A accumulation promotes mitophagy and tumor growth via increased H3K27ac in hepatitis B virus-related hepatocellular carcinoma
Shan LI ; Jie HU ; Yihan YAN ; Xinrui LIU ; Xiao DONG ; Huijun LIANG ; Xin TANG ; Junji TAO ; Rong ZHANG ; Yuan HU ; Ailong HUANG ; Kai WANG ; Ni TANG
Clinical and Molecular Hepatology 2026;32(2):661-682
Background/Aims:
Acetyl coenzyme A (acetyl-CoA) is one of the most essential metabolites in cell metabolism but its function and concentration in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remain elusive and controversial.
Methods:
A comprehensive analysis of acetyl-CoA levels and acetyl-CoA synthetase 2 (ACSS2) expression across a range of samples, including patient specimens from both hepatitis B virus (HBV) positive and HBV negative HCC individuals, HBV-transgenic mouse HCC models, and multiple cell lines. Furthermore, to evaluate the functional significance of ACSS2 in HBV-related HCC, we implemented both genetic and pharmacological inhibition strategies targeting ACSS2. Molecular mechanism and mitophagy assessment were revealed by cleavage under target and tagmentation sequencing, RNA sequencing, bioinformatic analyses, transmission electron microscopy and JC-1 staining.
Results:
Our study revealed a distinct metabolic signature of HBV-related HCC, marked by elevated acetyl-CoA, which was driven by ACSS2. ACSS2 was upregulated by the carbohydrate response element-binding protein in HBV-related HCC. Furthermore, ACSS2 improved tumor cell proliferation, an effect that was dependent on its enzymatic activity. Mechanistically, ACSS2-induced acetyl-CoA accumulation activated voltage-dependent anion channels 1 transcription through increased H3K27ac occupancy, which subsequently promoted mitophagy and HBV-related HCC tumorigenesis. Notably, targeting ACSS2 by depletion or inhibition with a catalytic inhibitor significantly suppressed tumor growth.
Conclusions
These findings not only illustrate the interplay between metabolic reprogramming, epigenetic modification, and tumorigenesis in the context of HBV infection, but also highlight ACSS2 as a novel metabolic vulnerability in HBV-related HCC. Therefore, targeting ACSS2 could be a novel strategy against HBV-related HCC.
6.Qiangjing Tablets Alleviate Oxidative Stress Damage in Varicocele by Regulating Keap1/Nrf2 Signaling Pathway
Liang DONG ; Fang YANG ; Jingyi ZHANG ; Xinyi TANG ; Yulin LI ; Xujun YU ; Degui CHANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(14):347-359
ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism by which Qiangjing tablets (QJT) alleviate the spermatogenic function damage caused by varicocele (VC) based on the Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1)/nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway-mediated oxidative stress. MethodsTen Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomly assigned into a control group and a model group. Pathological examination confirmed the stability of the model. Thirty-six SD rats were randomized into control, model, low-dose (0.23 g·kg-1) QJT, medium-dose (0.46 g·kg-1) QJT, high-dose (0.92 g·kg-1) QJT, and mazhilin (61.7 mg·kg-1) groups, with 6 rats in each group. A rat model of experimental left varicocele (ELV) was established by partially ligating the left renal vein to simulate the human nutcracker syndrome. The rats were administrated with corresponding agents once a day for 28 consecutive days. The in vitro testicular culture model of rats was established through the Transwell chamber method and intervened with QJT-containing sera (2.3, 4.6, and 9.2 g·kg-1). Microscopic observation was carried out for the morphology of the left kidney. A micrometer was used to measure the diameter of the left spermatic vein (LSV). The body weights of rats were recorded weekly, and the epididymis and testis weights were measured. The pathological changes of the testicular tissue was observed via hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. The levels of testosterone (T) in the cell culture supernatant and reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the rat testicular tissue were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Flow cytometry was employed to determine the ROS content. Immunohistochemical staining was conducted to analyze Keap1, Nrf2, 3β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3β-Hsd), GATA-binding protein-4 (Gata-4), and proto-oncogene receptor tyrosine kinase (C-kit). The ultrastructure of the tissue was observed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Cell apoptosis was detected by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated dUTP nick-end labeling (TUNEL) staining. The expression of Keap1, Nrf2, glutathione S-transferase α2 (Gsta2), glutathione S-transferase μ1 (Gstm1), heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), quinone oxidoreductase 1 (Nqo1), and thioredoxin reductase 1 (Txnrd1) was quantified by Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction(Real-time PCR) and Western blot. ResultsCompared with the control group, the ROS content and the percentage of apoptotic cells in the model group were significantly increased (P<0.01), the T concentration was significantly decreased (P<0.01), the mRNA and protein expressions of Keap1 were significantly increased (P<0.01), and the mRNA and protein expressions of Nrf2, Gsta2, Gstm1, HO-1, Nqo1 and Txnrd1 were significantly decreased (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the ROS content and the percentage of apoptotic cells in each dose group of the Qiangjing Tablets were significantly reduced (P<0.05), and the mRNA and protein expressions of Keap1 were significantly decreased (P<0.05), while the mRNA and protein expressions of Nrf2, Gsta2, Gstm1, HO-1, Nqo1 and Txnrd1 were significantly increased (P<0.05). ConclusionQJT improves sperm motility in the rat model of VC by modulating the Keap1/Nrf2 signaling pathway and reducing oxidative stress injury.
7.Advances in computational approaches to herbal prescription recommendation in traditional Chinese medicine: A review
Xin DONG ; Geyan PAN ; Juxian TANG ; Xuchen ZHANG ; Yutong HOU ; Peng ZHANG ; Xiaohan MAO ; Zhipeng KE ; Zongyao ZHAO ; Xuezhong ZHOU
Science of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;4(2):119-131
Intelligent prescription recommendation has become an important research direction in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), offering new opportunities to support clinical decision-making and promote the modernization of TCM practice. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), a variety of computational approaches have been proposed to learn prescription patterns from clinical data and generate personalized treatment recommendations. However, despite increasing research activity, systematic and comprehensive reviews of AI-driven methods for TCM prescription recommendation remain limited. In this study, we present a comprehensive review of computational approaches for herbal prescription recommendation (HPR) in TCM. Existing methods are systematically categorized into several major paradigms, including traditional machine learning methods, topic model methods, sequential generative methods, deep learning and graph-based methods, and large language model–based frameworks. In addition to summarizing methodological developments, we also review commonly used public datasets and evaluation metrics in this field. Furthermore, representative models with publicly available implementations are experimentally evaluated on multiple benchmark datasets to provide a comparative analysis of their performance on the HPR task. Finally, we discuss the key challenges that hinder the practical deployment of intelligent prescription recommendation systems, including data heterogeneity, limited interpretability, and insufficient integration of TCM domain knowledge. Future research directions are outlined to facilitate the development of more reliable, interpretable, and clinically applicable AI-assisted HPR systems for TCM.
8.Development and dissemination of precision medicine approaches in gastric cancer management.
Zhemin LI ; Jiafu JI ; Guoxin LI ; Ziyu LI ; Zhaode BU ; Xiangyu GAO ; Di DONG ; Lei TANG ; Xiaofang XING ; Shuqin JIA ; Ting GUO ; Lianhai ZHANG ; Fei SHAN ; Xin JI ; Anqiang WANG
Journal of Peking University(Health Sciences) 2025;57(5):864-867
Gastric cancer is a high-incidence malignancy that poses a serious threat to public health in China, ranking among the top three cancers in both incidence and mortality. The majority of patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage, resulting in limited treatment options and poor prognosis. To address key challenges in gastric cancer diagnosis and treatment, a research team led by Professor Jiafu Ji at Peking University Cancer Hospital has focused on the project "Development and Dissemination of Precision Medicine Approaches in Gastric Cancer Management". Through a series of high-quality multicenter clinical studies, the team established a set of new international standards in perioperative treatment, individua-lized drug selection, intelligent noninvasive diagnostics, and novel immunotherapy strategies. These advances have significantly improved treatment efficacy and reduced surgical trauma, achieving key technological breakthroughs in diagnosis, therapy, and mechanistic understanding, and systematically enhancing outcomes for gastric cancer patients. The project ' s findings had a broad international impact, including hosting China ' s first International Gastric Cancer Congress. Through nationwide dissemination, they have promoted the development of precision diagnosis and treatment of gastric cancer as a discipline, and led the formulation of the National Health Commission's guidelines for gastric cancer diagnosis and treatment. In recognition of its achievements, the project was awarded the First Prize of the 2024 Chinese Medical Science and Technology Award.
Stomach Neoplasms/genetics*
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Humans
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Precision Medicine/methods*
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China
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Immunotherapy/methods*
9.Research on Classification of Medical Devices with Nanomaterials.
Qian DONG ; Li YI ; Liyin WEN ; Rui LIU ; Jinglong TANG ; Jiong ZHU
Chinese Journal of Medical Instrumentation 2025;49(3):336-339
The rapid development of nanomaterials has brought groundbreaking opportunities for high-quality innovation in medical devices, but it has also become a new challenge for regulatory authorities. How to scientifically and rationally evaluate the risks of medical device products with nanomaterials and establish appropriate regulatory classifications have become critical research priorities. To solve this problem, this study focuses on medical devices with nanomaterials, conducts a comparative analysis of domestic and international regulatory classification policies, reviews the current registration status of related products, and provides recommendations on key considerations for the classification and regulation of medical devices with nanomaterials, which aims at promoting high-quality advancement in China's medical device regulation.
Nanostructures/classification*
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Equipment and Supplies/classification*
10.Revolutionizing Gastric Cancer Prevention: Novel Insights on Gastric Mucosal Inflammation-Cancer Transformation and Chinese Medicine.
Lin LIU ; Xiao-Hui FAN ; Xu-Dong TANG
Chinese journal of integrative medicine 2025;31(10):942-952
The progression from gastric mucosal inflammation to cancer signifies a pivotal event in the trajectory of gastric cancer (GC) development. Chinese medicine (CM) exhibits unique advantages and holds significant promise in inhibiting carcinogenesis of the gastric mucosa. This review intricately examines the critical pathological events during the transition from gastric mucosal inflammation-cancer transformation (GMICT), with a particular focus on pathological evolution mechanisms of spasmolytic polypeptide-expressing metaplasia (SPEM). Moreover, it investigates the pioneering applications and advancements of CM in intervening within the medical research domain of precancerous transformations leading to GC. Furthermore, the analysis extends to major shortcomings and challenges confronted by current research in gastric precancerous lesions, and innovative studies related to CM are presented. We offer a highly succinct yet optimistic outlook on future developmental trends. This paper endeavors to foster a profound understanding of forefront dynamics in GMICT research and scientific implications of modernizing CM. It also introduces a novel perspective for establishing a collaborative secondary prevention system for GC that integrates both Western and Chinese medicines.
Stomach Neoplasms/pathology*
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Humans
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Cell Transformation, Neoplastic/pathology*
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Gastric Mucosa/pathology*
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Medicine, Chinese Traditional
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Inflammation/pathology*
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Animals


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