Breast cancer has become the malignant tumor with the highest incidence rate among women， seriously threatening the life and health of women all over the world. The pathogenic factors and development mechanisms of breast cancer are complex and diverse. The development of breast cells from ordinary hyperplasia to atypical hyperplasia， and from pre-cancerous lesions to cancerous lesions， is a long-term progressive process. Therefore， early screening and prevention of breast cancer is particularly important. Western medicine has a relatively mature treatment program for breast cancer， which is mainly based on surgery and systemic treatment， whereas the ensuing complications and adverse reactions often bring a heavy burden to patients. For the precancerous lesions of breast cancer， surgery is also the mainstay of treatment. In recent years， traditional Chinese medicine （TCM） has increasingly highlighted its advantages in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. Increasing studies have shown that in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer and pre-cancerous lesions， TCM compound prescriptions， single herbs or herb pairs， and active components are able to regulate a variety of intracellular signaling pathways through multi-targets to inhibit the proliferation and invasion， promote the apoptosis and autophagy of tumor cells， and regulate the cell cycle and the immune microenvironment， thus exerting anti-tumor effects. At the same time， they can significantly attenuate the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and drug resistance of patients. However， the specific mechanisms of TCM in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer and precancerous lesions have not been fully clarified. The available studies are tanglesome regarding the TCM inhibition of tumor development through the regulation of classical signaling pathways such as phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase （PI3K）/protein kinase B （Akt）/mammalian target of rapamycin （mTOR）， Wnt/β-catenin， and Notch， which still need to be verified by a large number of clinical and experimental studies. Therefore， this paper reviews the research progress in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer and precancerous lesions by TCM through interfering with the relevant signaling pathways in recent years， aiming to summarize the possible mechanisms of TCM in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer and provide references for subsequent studies.

Background and purpose:Accurately locating pulmonary nodules is the key to the success of thoracoscopic surgery.This study aimed to investigate the strategy and evaluate the feasibility,safety,and clinical value of thoracoscopic surgical treatment for pulmonary nodules located beneath the interlobar pleura and close to the pulmonary hilum.Methods:The patients who underwent pulmonary nodule surgery at Liaocheng Tumor Hospital from May 2023 to November 2024 were enrolled,and the patients who did not meet the inclusion criteria were excluded.This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Liaocheng Tumor Hospital(EC-20240112-1020)and informed consent was obtained from the patients.The research was designed as a prospective single-arm study.The patients were treated with wedge resection,which was performed following CT-guided localization,where the location needle was inserted through the interlobar pleura.The feasibility of the procedure was evaluated by analyzing the success rate of preoperative localization and perioperative complications.Results:A total of 28 patients who met the inclusion criteria were included in this study.There were 5 male and 23 female patients with an average age of(56.0±8.5)years(range 38-69 years).In all,28 patients with 28 nodules underwent thoracoscopic wedge resection,and the preoperative CT-guided localization was successfully performed in all patients,without urgent complications.The mean operation time of thoracoscopic surgery was(15.6±4.0)min,intraoperative bleeding was(20.9±14.3)mL,and postoperative drainage was(214.3±62.2)mL.No cases of postoperative air leaks or conversion to thoracotomy were observed.The average length of hospital stay was(5.4±0.9)days.The postoperative histological diagnosis revealed 3 benign lesions(pulmonary fibrosis in 2 cases,atypical adenomatous hyperplasia in 1 case)and 25 malignant lesions(adenocarcinoma in situ in 5 cases,minimally invasive adenocarcinoma in 16 cases,and invasive adenocarcinoma in 4 cases).Conclusion:Thoracoscopic wedge resection following CT-guided nodule localization through the interlobar pleura is a feasible approach for nodules located beneath the interlobar pleura and close to the pulmonary hilum.The method ensures precise tumor localization,adequate margin,and minimal loss of normal lung tissue,with a low incidence of postoperative complication,which has important guiding significance for the surgical treatment of pulmonary nodules in such special locations.

Background and purpose:Accurately locating pulmonary nodules is the key to the success of thoracoscopic surgery.This study aimed to investigate the strategy and evaluate the feasibility,safety,and clinical value of thoracoscopic surgical treatment for pulmonary nodules located beneath the interlobar pleura and close to the pulmonary hilum.Methods:The patients who underwent pulmonary nodule surgery at Liaocheng Tumor Hospital from May 2023 to November 2024 were enrolled,and the patients who did not meet the inclusion criteria were excluded.This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Liaocheng Tumor Hospital(EC-20240112-1020)and informed consent was obtained from the patients.The research was designed as a prospective single-arm study.The patients were treated with wedge resection,which was performed following CT-guided localization,where the location needle was inserted through the interlobar pleura.The feasibility of the procedure was evaluated by analyzing the success rate of preoperative localization and perioperative complications.Results:A total of 28 patients who met the inclusion criteria were included in this study.There were 5 male and 23 female patients with an average age of(56.0±8.5)years(range 38-69 years).In all,28 patients with 28 nodules underwent thoracoscopic wedge resection,and the preoperative CT-guided localization was successfully performed in all patients,without urgent complications.The mean operation time of thoracoscopic surgery was(15.6±4.0)min,intraoperative bleeding was(20.9±14.3)mL,and postoperative drainage was(214.3±62.2)mL.No cases of postoperative air leaks or conversion to thoracotomy were observed.The average length of hospital stay was(5.4±0.9)days.The postoperative histological diagnosis revealed 3 benign lesions(pulmonary fibrosis in 2 cases,atypical adenomatous hyperplasia in 1 case)and 25 malignant lesions(adenocarcinoma in situ in 5 cases,minimally invasive adenocarcinoma in 16 cases,and invasive adenocarcinoma in 4 cases).Conclusion:Thoracoscopic wedge resection following CT-guided nodule localization through the interlobar pleura is a feasible approach for nodules located beneath the interlobar pleura and close to the pulmonary hilum.The method ensures precise tumor localization,adequate margin,and minimal loss of normal lung tissue,with a low incidence of postoperative complication,which has important guiding significance for the surgical treatment of pulmonary nodules in such special locations.

Objective To investigate the clinical efficacy of the"dynamic and static combination"approach in the treatment of Hepple Ⅰ-Ⅲ type osteochondral lesions of the talus(OLT),utilizing external ankle shaking,pulling,and poking manipulations in conjunction with ankle brace fixation.Methods A total of 82 patients diagnosed with OLT,who sought treatment at four hospitals between June 2022 and December 2023,were included in the study.Both the experimental and control groups received ankle immobilization using braces through-out the treatment period.The control group was administered Voltaren Emulgel topically twice daily(morning and evening),with each treatment course lasting 30 days,for a total of one course.The experimental group received additional therapeutic intervention involving shaking,pulling,and poking manipulations,conducted twice weekly,with the same duration and number of treatment courses as the control group.Follow-up assessments were scheduled at 2 weeks,4 weeks,and 2 months post-treatment.Outcome measures included the pain rating index(PRI),visual analogue scale(VAS)for pain intensity,current pain intensity(PPI),American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society(AOFAS)ankle and hindfoot scores,proprioceptive function,and the size of OLT.Results During the longitudinal assessment conducted at 2-week,4-week,and follow-up intervals,the experimental group exhibited superior clinical outcomes compared to the control group,with statistically significant decreases in PRI,PPI,and AOFAS scores(all P＜0.05).VAS scores showed progressive improvement over time,with significant intergroup differences observed at both the 4-week and follow-up assessments(P＜0.05).Biomechanical analysis performed post-intervention indicated improved kinematic repositioning accuracy in the experimental group,as reflected by significantly reduced active-passive error angles(P＜0.05).Importantly,measurements of OLT area revealed notable therapeutic effects in the experimental group(P＜0.05),whereas no statistically significant changes were observed in the control group throughout the study period(all P＞0.05).Conclusions Under the guidance of the"dynamic and static combination"concept,the integration of shaking,pulling,and poking manipu-lation with conventional Western medicine-based conservative treatment for OLT demonstrates more pronounced advantages in alleviating pain,improving ankle joint function,restoring proprioception,facilitating lesion recovery,and enhancing overall quality of life.

Through analyzing the every textual research literature on the origin of the location method of ashi points, it is pointed out that the location method of ashi points has been generalized. It is known through systematic research and theoretical identification that this method refers to the simple way to locate the points, originated from the folk, and it is widely used to find the sites for pain relief when compared to the official education of meridians and acupoints, as well as treatment. At the time with the shortage of medical services and supplies, the poor people had no alternative, which results in a certain limitation. Modern acupuncture practitioners must associate ashi points with the acupoints of fourteen meridians and the extraordinary points in clinical practice, and deepen the exploration with modern medical knowledge and technology adopted.
Humans ; Acupuncture Points ; Acupuncture Therapy/methods* ; Meridians ; History, Ancient ; Medicine in Literature ; China

Consensus method is not only a common technical approach to the formulation of the acupuncture-moxibustion guidelines, but also an important way to form the recommended treatment protocols of acupuncture-moxibustion guidelines. Based on the theory of implementation science, the paper explores the influencing factors of consensus-reaching to acupuncture-moxibustion guidelines, and puts forward methodological suggestions on the consensus method performed in the formulation of acupuncture-moxibustion guidelines, so as to advance the rational application of consensus method and enhance the scientificity and transparency of acupuncture-moxibustion guidelines.
Moxibustion/standards* ; Humans ; Acupuncture Therapy/standards* ; Consensus ; Practice Guidelines as Topic

From the perspective of evidence integration and utilization in guidelines, based on the carrier variety, medical experience is composed of the literature on the practical experience of medical scholars recorded in the ancient and modern time, and the individual opinions in the expert consensus. These two types of carrier for medical experience play the different roles in the key steps during formulating the acupuncture-moxibustion guidelines. Three values are summarized, named being conductive to centering the key clinical questions and strongly representing these questions; being used as a basis to judge the clinical applicability of the recommended regimens; and facilitating the recommendation.
Humans ; Moxibustion/standards* ; Acupuncture Therapy/standards* ; Practice Guidelines as Topic

Acupuncture-moxibustion technical specifications are a crucial component of the acupuncture-moxibustion standardization system. This study reviews the current development status of acupuncture-moxibustion technical specifications in China, and analyzes their classifications and characteristics. It is found that the scope and classification of acupuncture technical specifications remain unclear in academic circles, and the development process faces numerous difficulties and challenges. Therefore, this study proposes the need for a systematic approach to the planning and management of acupuncture technical specifications based on a clear definition of acupuncture techniques and categories. Additionally, it suggests conducting methodological research on the development of acupuncture technical specifications and promoting the rational application of the consensus method in this process.
China ; Moxibustion/methods* ; Acupuncture Therapy/instrumentation* ; Humans ; Acupuncture/standards*

Objective:To analyze the clinical characteristics, RAN-binding protein 2 ( RANBP2) gene variations, and prognosis in Chinese acute necrotizing encephalopathy (ANE) patients. Methods:A retrospective analysis of ANE cases registered in the Peking Union Medical College Hospital Encephalitis Registry System from 2022 to 2024, involving patients from Peking Union Medical College Hospital and other hospitals, was conducted. A descriptive study was performed on the clinical characteristics, treatments and prognosis, cerebrospinal fluid examination results, and imaging findings of these patients based on adjusted ANE diagnostic criteria. Whole-exome sequencing technology was used to detect gene mutations in these patients.Results:A total of 18 ANE cases were included, ranged in age from 2 to 72 [20(5, 43)] years. The male-to-female ratio was 4∶5. All patients were found with precipitating infections including COVID-19, influenza A virus and Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections. All patients presented with fever, with varying degrees of consciousness disturbance observed in 16 cases, and seizures in 10 cases. All patients underwent lumbar puncture, with normal or mildly elevated white cell counts [3(2, 13)×10 6/L] and mildly to moderately elevated protein levels [1.90(0.92, 4.65) g/L]. A total of 6 patients were found with extremely elevated interleukin-6 level [950(164, 2 000) pg/ml] in cerebrospinal fluid. Bilateral symmetric thalamic lesions were typical imaging features of ANE, while involvement of other areas such as cortical and subcortical white matter, brainstem, and cerebellum was also observed. A total of 14 patients performed genetic tests while 4 patients were identified with RANBP2 gene mutations (c.1754C>T in 3 cases, c.1966A>G in 1 case). All patients received immunotherapy, and 7 patients died at discharge while other patients presented with neurological sequelae of varying degrees. Conclusions:ANE is a rare and severe parainfectious encephalopathy that can occur in both children and adults. Clinically, it is characterized by rapidly progressing encephalopathy following systematic infection, with bilateral symmetric thalamic lesions. The detection of RANBP2 gene mutations could help make the diagnosis.

Objective To investigate the clinical efficacy of the"dynamic and static combination"approach in the treatment of Hepple Ⅰ-Ⅲ type osteochondral lesions of the talus(OLT),utilizing external ankle shaking,pulling,and poking manipulations in conjunction with ankle brace fixation.Methods A total of 82 patients diagnosed with OLT,who sought treatment at four hospitals between June 2022 and December 2023,were included in the study.Both the experimental and control groups received ankle immobilization using braces through-out the treatment period.The control group was administered Voltaren Emulgel topically twice daily(morning and evening),with each treatment course lasting 30 days,for a total of one course.The experimental group received additional therapeutic intervention involving shaking,pulling,and poking manipulations,conducted twice weekly,with the same duration and number of treatment courses as the control group.Follow-up assessments were scheduled at 2 weeks,4 weeks,and 2 months post-treatment.Outcome measures included the pain rating index(PRI),visual analogue scale(VAS)for pain intensity,current pain intensity(PPI),American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society(AOFAS)ankle and hindfoot scores,proprioceptive function,and the size of OLT.Results During the longitudinal assessment conducted at 2-week,4-week,and follow-up intervals,the experimental group exhibited superior clinical outcomes compared to the control group,with statistically significant decreases in PRI,PPI,and AOFAS scores(all P＜0.05).VAS scores showed progressive improvement over time,with significant intergroup differences observed at both the 4-week and follow-up assessments(P＜0.05).Biomechanical analysis performed post-intervention indicated improved kinematic repositioning accuracy in the experimental group,as reflected by significantly reduced active-passive error angles(P＜0.05).Importantly,measurements of OLT area revealed notable therapeutic effects in the experimental group(P＜0.05),whereas no statistically significant changes were observed in the control group throughout the study period(all P＞0.05).Conclusions Under the guidance of the"dynamic and static combination"concept,the integration of shaking,pulling,and poking manipu-lation with conventional Western medicine-based conservative treatment for OLT demonstrates more pronounced advantages in alleviating pain,improving ankle joint function,restoring proprioception,facilitating lesion recovery,and enhancing overall quality of life.