1.Mechanisms of ribosomopathy and phase separation-related ribosomopathy.
Zhiyuan PAN ; Guofen LIN ; Hao LIU ; Guozhi LI ; Xiaoyi ZHANG ; Jiewen DAI
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B 2025;26(6):503-526
Ribosome is an intracellular ribonucleoprotein particle that serves as the site of protein biosynthesis. Ribosomal dysfunction caused by mutations in genes encoding ribosomal proteins (RPs) and ribosome biogenesis factors (RBFs) can lead to a spectrum of diseases, collectively known as ribosomopathy. Phase separation is a thermodynamic process that produces multiple phases from a homogeneous mixture. The formation of membraneless organelles and intracellular structures, including ribosomes and nucleoli, cannot occur without the involvement of phase separation. Here, ribosome structure, biogenesis, and their relationship with ribosomopathy are systematically reviewed. The tissue specificity of ribosomopathy and the role of phase separation in ribosomopathy are particularly discussed, which may offer some clues for understanding the mechanisms of ribosomopathy. Then, some new ideas for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of ribosomopathy are provided.
Humans
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Ribosomes/physiology*
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Ribosomal Proteins/metabolism*
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Protein Biosynthesis
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Phase Separation
2.Successful Pregnancy after Autologous Cryopreserved Ovarian Tissue Transplantation in a Cervical Cancer Patient: the First Reported Case in China
Yubin LI ; Yang ZHANG ; Tian MENG ; Bing CAI ; Chuling WU ; Changxi WANG ; Hongwei SHEN ; Guofen YANG
Journal of Sun Yat-sen University(Medical Sciences) 2025;46(3):498-505
ObjectiveTo investigate the efficacy of ovarian tissue cryopreservation and autologous transplantation in preserving fertility and ovarian endocrine function in patients with cervical cancer. MethodsA 26-year-old patient with stage ⅡA1 cervical cancer underwent ovarian tissue harvesting and cryopreservation during cancer surgery. Following complete remission of the cancer, autologous ovarian tissue transplantation was performed. Follow-up monitoring included assessment of menopausal symptoms, hormone levels, and follicular development. ResultsSix months after transplantation, follicle-stimulating hormone levels decreased to 6.60 U/L, and estradiol levels increased from <10.00 ng/L to 89.00 ng/L. At 10 months after transplantation, ultrasound monitoring confirmed follicular development and physiological ovulation in the transplanted ovarian tissue. By 15 months after transplantation, follicle-stimulating hormone levels remained stable at 7.24 U/L, and estradiol levels further increased to 368.00 ng/L. Over 2 years after transplantation, the patient successfully gave birth to a healthy baby through assisted reproductive technology. ConclusionThe restoration of endocrine and ovulation functions in the transplanted cryopreserved ovarian tissue, followed by successful pregnancy, demonstrates the clinical success of ovarian tissue transplantation.
3.The inhibitory effect of methamphetamine on production of cytokines in RAW264.7 cells stimulated by lipopolysaccharide
Guofen CAO ; Gaili MENG ; Yanlin LI ; Yongai ZHANG
Journal of Xi'an Jiaotong University(Medical Sciences) 2025;46(3):442-447
Objective To investigate the effect of methamphetamine(METH)on production of cytokines in RAW264.7 cells stimulated by lipopolysaccharide(LPS)and to explore the possible mechanism.Methods To study the effect of METH on the production of cytokines by LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells,the cells were divided into five groups:blank control group,LPS stimulation group,and three METH intervention groups at different concentrations(20,100,and 200 μmol/L),which were METH/LPS groups.To study the role of the dopamine D3 receptor(D3R)in the process,the D3R antagonist NGB2904 was used,and there were five groups:blank control group,LPS stimulation group,METH/LPS group,NGB2904/LPS group,and NGB2904/METH/LPS group.Cell viability was determined using the MTT assay.The levels of IL-6,IL-10,and TNF-α in the supernatants were determined using ELISA.The expressions of p-ERK1/2 and ERK1/2 were determined by Western blotting.Results Compared with the blank control group,the LPS stimulation group and the METH/LPS group had significantly increased cell viability,IL-6,IL-10,TNF-α,and ERK1/2 phosphorylation(P<0.05).Compared with the LPS stimulation group,the METH/LPS group showed no obvious change in cell viability(P>0.05),but significantly decreased levels of IL-6,IL-10,and ERK1/2 phosphorylation(P<0.05).The inhibitory effect of METH showed a dose-dependent manner,with the highest inhibitory effect at METH 200 μmol/L.Furthermore,after the D3R antagonist was used,the results showed that compared with the LPS stimulation group,the cell activity was not significantly changed(P>0.05),but the levels of IL-6,IL-10 and ERK1/2 phosphorylation were significantly decreased in the METH/LPS group and the NGB2904/LPS group(P<0.05).Compared with the METH/LPS group or the NGB2904/LPS group,the levels of IL-6,IL-10 and ERK1/2 phosphorylation were further decreased in the NGB2904/METH/LPS group(P<0.05).Conclusion METH might inhibit the phosphorylation of ERK1/2,thereby reducing the production of IL-6 and IL-10 in RAW264.7 cells stimulated by LPS.The immunosuppressive effect of METH is similar to the immune effect when D3R is antagonized.
4.Interpretation of《Global consensus on multidisciplinary diagnostic criteria for urinary tract infections》
Guofen LIANG ; Zhenhua YANG ; Yibo WANG ; Kaiyu HE ; La ZHANG ; Xusheng LIU ; Yueyu GU ; Xindong QIN ; Guobin SU
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(18):2777-2785
The clinical diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infection has long faced the challenges of insufficient standardization of diagnosis and treatment pathways,irrational use of antimicrobial drugs and high recurrence rate.How to optimize the hierarchical diagnosis and treatment pathway of urinary tract infection,standardize the use of antimicrobial drugs,and reduce the recurrence rate have always been the focus of clinical attention.There is significant heterogeneity in the existing diagnostic criteria for urinary tract infection,which seriously affects the comparability and evidence integration of clinical and research studies.In order to solve the above problems,a consensus on global multidisciplinary diagnostic criteria for urinary tract infection has been formed by international multidisciplinary experts after three rounds of Delphi method.Breaking through the traditional classification framework,the consensus innovatively established a four-dimensional quantitative scoring system including local symptoms and signs,systemic inflammatory response,quantitative analysis of pyuria and urine culture results,and established a hierarchical standard for stepwise urinary tract diagnosis according to the scoring threshold.Based on the key citations related to the consensus,this paper interprets in detail the basis for the selection of core indicators and the establishment of thresholds for the diagnosis of urinary tract infection in the consensus,and focuses on the key issues and implementation paths of the consensus in localization practice.This consensus provides a unified standard for standardizing the clinical diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infection,improving the homogeneity of clinical research through standardized diagnostic processes,and promoting the standardization of UTI drug research and development and the rational use of antibiotics and precision.
5.The inhibitory effect of methamphetamine on production of cytokines in RAW264.7 cells stimulated by lipopolysaccharide
Guofen CAO ; Gaili MENG ; Yanlin LI ; Yongai ZHANG
Journal of Xi'an Jiaotong University(Medical Sciences) 2025;46(3):442-447
Objective To investigate the effect of methamphetamine(METH)on production of cytokines in RAW264.7 cells stimulated by lipopolysaccharide(LPS)and to explore the possible mechanism.Methods To study the effect of METH on the production of cytokines by LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells,the cells were divided into five groups:blank control group,LPS stimulation group,and three METH intervention groups at different concentrations(20,100,and 200 μmol/L),which were METH/LPS groups.To study the role of the dopamine D3 receptor(D3R)in the process,the D3R antagonist NGB2904 was used,and there were five groups:blank control group,LPS stimulation group,METH/LPS group,NGB2904/LPS group,and NGB2904/METH/LPS group.Cell viability was determined using the MTT assay.The levels of IL-6,IL-10,and TNF-α in the supernatants were determined using ELISA.The expressions of p-ERK1/2 and ERK1/2 were determined by Western blotting.Results Compared with the blank control group,the LPS stimulation group and the METH/LPS group had significantly increased cell viability,IL-6,IL-10,TNF-α,and ERK1/2 phosphorylation(P<0.05).Compared with the LPS stimulation group,the METH/LPS group showed no obvious change in cell viability(P>0.05),but significantly decreased levels of IL-6,IL-10,and ERK1/2 phosphorylation(P<0.05).The inhibitory effect of METH showed a dose-dependent manner,with the highest inhibitory effect at METH 200 μmol/L.Furthermore,after the D3R antagonist was used,the results showed that compared with the LPS stimulation group,the cell activity was not significantly changed(P>0.05),but the levels of IL-6,IL-10 and ERK1/2 phosphorylation were significantly decreased in the METH/LPS group and the NGB2904/LPS group(P<0.05).Compared with the METH/LPS group or the NGB2904/LPS group,the levels of IL-6,IL-10 and ERK1/2 phosphorylation were further decreased in the NGB2904/METH/LPS group(P<0.05).Conclusion METH might inhibit the phosphorylation of ERK1/2,thereby reducing the production of IL-6 and IL-10 in RAW264.7 cells stimulated by LPS.The immunosuppressive effect of METH is similar to the immune effect when D3R is antagonized.
6.Interpretation of《Global consensus on multidisciplinary diagnostic criteria for urinary tract infections》
Guofen LIANG ; Zhenhua YANG ; Yibo WANG ; Kaiyu HE ; La ZHANG ; Xusheng LIU ; Yueyu GU ; Xindong QIN ; Guobin SU
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(18):2777-2785
The clinical diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infection has long faced the challenges of insufficient standardization of diagnosis and treatment pathways,irrational use of antimicrobial drugs and high recurrence rate.How to optimize the hierarchical diagnosis and treatment pathway of urinary tract infection,standardize the use of antimicrobial drugs,and reduce the recurrence rate have always been the focus of clinical attention.There is significant heterogeneity in the existing diagnostic criteria for urinary tract infection,which seriously affects the comparability and evidence integration of clinical and research studies.In order to solve the above problems,a consensus on global multidisciplinary diagnostic criteria for urinary tract infection has been formed by international multidisciplinary experts after three rounds of Delphi method.Breaking through the traditional classification framework,the consensus innovatively established a four-dimensional quantitative scoring system including local symptoms and signs,systemic inflammatory response,quantitative analysis of pyuria and urine culture results,and established a hierarchical standard for stepwise urinary tract diagnosis according to the scoring threshold.Based on the key citations related to the consensus,this paper interprets in detail the basis for the selection of core indicators and the establishment of thresholds for the diagnosis of urinary tract infection in the consensus,and focuses on the key issues and implementation paths of the consensus in localization practice.This consensus provides a unified standard for standardizing the clinical diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract infection,improving the homogeneity of clinical research through standardized diagnostic processes,and promoting the standardization of UTI drug research and development and the rational use of antibiotics and precision.
7.Chinese medicine Jianpi Antai formula improves pregnancy outcomes of in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer in infertile women
Qing LIU ; Fangxuan LIN ; Chenyun MIAO ; Chao LI ; Guofen WEN ; Songying ZHANG ; Qin ZHANG
Journal of Zhejiang University. Medical sciences 2024;53(3):306-312
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Chinese medicine Jianpi Antai formula in infertile women undergoing in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer(IVF-ET).Methods:A total of 300 infertile women who underwent 2 frozen embryo transfer procedures at the Reproductive Medicine Center,Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital were included in the study.The participants were randomly divided into study group and control group.The study group received routine medication plus the Jianpi Antai formula during the period of embryo transfer,while the control group received routine medication only.The general condition,embryo implantation rate,clinical pregnancy rate,live birth rate,and the blood routine and liver and kidney function were evaluated and compared between two groups.Results:There were 277 cases who completed the study,including 134 in the study group and 143 in the control group.The embryo implantation rate(68.7%vs.55.9%),the clinical pregnancy rate(56.7%vs.44.8%)and the live birth rate(50.7%vs.37.8%)in the study group were all higher than those in the control group(all P<0.05).Subgroup analysis revealed that in patients of advanced age(≥35 years)and those with decreased ovarian reserve function(anti-Müllerian hormone<1.68 ng/mL),the embryo implantation rate,clinical pregnancy rate,and live birth rate in the study group were all higher than those in the control group(all P<0.05).During the follow-up period,there were no abnormalities in the basic vital signs of both groups,and no adverse events were reported.Conclusion:Jianpi Antai formula can safely improve the embryo implantation rate in infertile women undergoing IVF-ET,reduce the embryo miscarriage rate,increase the live birth rate as well as improve the clinical outcomes.
8.The role of dopamine D3 receptor in perimenopausal depression
Guofen CAO ; Li ZHU ; Sumei ZHANG ; Xuanbing TANG
Journal of Xi'an Jiaotong University(Medical Sciences) 2022;43(3):390-394
【Objective】 To investigate the role of dopamine D3 receptor deficiency in depression-like behavior in perimenopausal depression and to explore the role of dopamine D3 receptor in the pathogenesis of perimenopausal depression. 【Methods】 Based on the perimenopausal depression animal model, RT-PCR was used to study the changes of D3 receptor mRNA in the nucleus accumbens (NAc) in mice. Furthermore, dopamine D3 receptor knockout (D3RKO) mice and wild type (WT) mice of the same genetic background were used, respectively. Forced swim test (FST) and tail suspension test (TST) were used to assess depressive-like behavior in mice. 【Results】 D3 receptor mRNA in the NAc decreased significantly in perimenopause (P<0.05). Chronic immobilization stress (CIS) induced the decrease of D3 receptor mRNA in young mice (P<0.05). CIS induced a further decrease of D3 receptor mRNA in perimenopausal mice (P<0.05). The immobility in the FST was significantly prolonged in perimenopausal D3RKO mice, compared with perimenopausal WT mice (P<0.05). The immobility in both FST and TST was significantly prolonged in perimenopausal D3RKO mice, compared with young D3RKO mice (P<0.05). No significant difference was found between the groups of the WT mice (P>0.05). 【Conclusion】 Dopamine D3 receptor in the NAc is significantly decreased during perimenopause. Obvious decrease or deficiency of dopamine D3 receptors may be involved in the regulation of perimenopausal depression.
9.Effects of Lactobacillus rhamnosus on postpartum depression-like behavior, monoamine neurotransmitter and intestinal flora in mice
Teng LI ; Xiaolan ZHOU ; Jing CHU ; Liqin WANG ; Guofen CAO ; Haimiao ZHANG
Journal of Xi'an Jiaotong University(Medical Sciences) 2021;42(6):862-867
【Objective】 To explore the effect of Lactobacillus rhamnosus on postpartum depression (PPD) and its potential mechanism. 【Methods】 The mouse model of PPD was established by using dexamethasone sodium phosphate during pregnancy. At the end of adaptive feeding, 50 pregnant female mice were randomly divided into low-dose group (group Ⅰ), high-dose group (Group Ⅱ), positive control group (Group Ⅲ), model control group (Group IV), and blank control group (Group Ⅴ). The mice in Group Ⅰ and Group II were given Lactobacillus rhamnosus 1×107 and1×108CFU(kg·d). The mice in Group Ⅲ were given 1.8 mg /(kg·d) paroxetine, and the mice in Groups IV and V were given the same amount of normal saline for 4 weeks. The 24-hour food consumption test, open field test and sugar water consumption test were used to detect the behavior of mice in each group. The concentrations of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), norepinephrine (NE), and dopamine (DA) were determined by RP-HPLC. The changes in Enterococcus faecalis, Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus and Escherichia coli in the cecum of mice were detected by Real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR). 【Results】 Before modeling, there were no significant differences in food intake, weight change rate, open field moving distance and speed, and percentage of sugar consumption among the groups (P>0.05). After modeling, there was no significant difference in food intake or weight change rate among the five groups, but the open field moving distance, moving speed and percentage of sugar preference were significantly reduced (P<0.05). After intervention with Lactobacillus rhamnosus, compared with Group Ⅳ, the depression-like behavior in Group Ⅰ and Group Ⅱ mice was improved; the weight change rate, open field moving distance and speed, percentage of sugar preference, and monoamine neurotransmitter concentration in Group I and Group Ⅱ were significantly increased compared with those in Group Ⅳ (P<0.05), while Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli and lactobacillus were significantly decreased (P<0.05), and Bifidobacterium had an upward trend, but without significant difference. There was no significant change in food intake. 【Conclusion】 Lactobacillus rhamnosus can improve the depression-like behavior, affect monoamine neurotransmitters in mice, and regulate intestinal flora, which provides a new direction for studies on postpartum depression.
10.Effects of direct antiviral agent on the frequency of peripheral blood mononuclear cells and their activating factors sCD14s and CD163 in patients with chronic hepatitis C
Jianguo LI ; Guofen ZENG ; Yingfu ZENG ; Yiting LI ; Gang NING ; Chaoshuang LIN ; Xiaohong ZHANG ; Zhiliang GAO
Chinese Journal of Hepatology 2020;28(12):1018-1022
Objective:To explore the effects of direct antiviral agent (DAAs) on the frequency of peripheral blood mononuclear cells and their activating factors sCD14s and CD163 in patients with chronic hepatitis C.Methods:Data of 15 treatment-naive chronic hepatitis C patients and 10 healthy controls were collected. Patients with chronic hepatitis C were treated with DAAs for 12 weeks. Blood samples were collected at 0, 4 and 12 weeks respectively, and blood samples of healthy controls were used as controls. Flow cytometry was used to detect the frequency of classical CD14 ++CD16 - mononuclear cells and pro-inflammatory CD14 +CD16 + mononuclear cells in peripheral blood. Serum sCD14s and sCD163 were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. The comparison between the two groups was performed by t-test. The comparison between multiple groups was performed by analysis of variance, and further pairwise comparison was performed by LSD-t test. Results:Prior DAAs treatment, peripheral blood CD14 +CD16 + mononuclear cell frequency (18.49% ± 1.54% vs. 10.65% ± 0.83%), serum sCD14s [(64 407.38 ± 5778.49) pg/ml vs. (28 370.76 ± 2 357.68 ) pg/ml] and sCD163 [(22 853.80 ± 4 137.61) pg/ml vs. (2 934.41 ± 223.31) pg/ml] were all higher than healthy controls ( P < 0.05), while the frequency of CD14 ++CD16 - mononuclear cells in peripheral blood was lower than healthy controls (59.14%±0.54% vs. 72.75%±1.31%, P < 0.01). During DAAs treatment, CD14 +CD16 + mononuclear cells frequency, serum sCD14 and sCD163 were all decreased significantly. After 12 weeks of treatment, CD14 +CD16 + mononuclear cells had decreased to nearly normal level (12.42% ± 1.60% vs. 10.65% ± 0.83%, P > 0.05), and serum sCD14 and scd163 were still higher than those of healthy controls [sCD14: (44 390.06 ± 3 330.17) pg / ml vs. (28 370.76 ± 2 357.68) pg/ml, Scd163: (11 494.79 ± 1 836.97) pg / ml vs. (2 934.41 ± 223.31) pg / ml, P < 0.01], while the frequency of CD14 ++CD16 -mononuclear cells had gradually increased during the course of treatment and neared healthy control level after 12 weeks of treatment. There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups (71.54) % ± 2.99% vs. 72.75% ± 1.31%, P > 0.05). Conclusion:DAAs therapy can reduce the activation of peripheral blood mononuclear cells in patients with chronic hepatitis C.

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