1.Analysis of the infection status of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus in Beijing in 2024
Yulan SUN ; Xiangfeng DOU ; Weijia ZHANG ; Yanwei CHEN ; Fu LI ; Haoyuan JIN ; Zhenyong REN ; Dan LI ; Daitao ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental and Clinical Virology 2025;39(2):136-141
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) in Beijing in 2024, to investigate the infection status of reservoir hosts, vector organisms, and baseline human populations, and provide a scientific basis for formulating prevention and control strategies.Methods:Epidemiological surveys were conducted on all confirmed cases. Serum samples from healthy populations and reservoir hosts were collected for SFTSV antibody detection. Questing ticks were monitored using the flagging method. Real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR was employed to detect SFTSV in cases, reservoir hosts, and ticks. Positive samples underwent whole-genome sequencing and genetic evolution analysis.Results:In 2024, Beijing reported 15 locally infected cases with 4 deaths. The age of onset ranged from 50 to 80 years (median: 66 years). Cases showed a certain degree of geographical clustering, with June being the peak month of onset. The affected population was predominantly farmers, with a male-to-female ratio of 3∶2. Animal contact history emerged as a significant risk factor alongside tick bites. Parthenogenetic tick populations were identified in Pinggu district, while SFTSV-carrying ticks were detected in endemic areas (Mentougou, Shijingshan, and Fengtai Districts). Viral presence was also confirmed in ticks or dogs from non-endemic areas. Sequencing and phylogenetic analysis revealed stable clustering of strains into two distinct genotypes (A and B). Antibody-positive individuals were identified in healthy populations from non-endemic areas.Conclusions:The incidence of SFTS in Beijing is increasing, with natural viral circulation already established in non-endemic regions. Enhanced surveillance and adjusted prevention strategies are urgently needed.
2.Analysis of the infection status of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus in Beijing in 2024
Yulan SUN ; Xiangfeng DOU ; Weijia ZHANG ; Yanwei CHEN ; Fu LI ; Haoyuan JIN ; Zhenyong REN ; Dan LI ; Daitao ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental and Clinical Virology 2025;39(2):136-141
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) in Beijing in 2024, to investigate the infection status of reservoir hosts, vector organisms, and baseline human populations, and provide a scientific basis for formulating prevention and control strategies.Methods:Epidemiological surveys were conducted on all confirmed cases. Serum samples from healthy populations and reservoir hosts were collected for SFTSV antibody detection. Questing ticks were monitored using the flagging method. Real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR was employed to detect SFTSV in cases, reservoir hosts, and ticks. Positive samples underwent whole-genome sequencing and genetic evolution analysis.Results:In 2024, Beijing reported 15 locally infected cases with 4 deaths. The age of onset ranged from 50 to 80 years (median: 66 years). Cases showed a certain degree of geographical clustering, with June being the peak month of onset. The affected population was predominantly farmers, with a male-to-female ratio of 3∶2. Animal contact history emerged as a significant risk factor alongside tick bites. Parthenogenetic tick populations were identified in Pinggu district, while SFTSV-carrying ticks were detected in endemic areas (Mentougou, Shijingshan, and Fengtai Districts). Viral presence was also confirmed in ticks or dogs from non-endemic areas. Sequencing and phylogenetic analysis revealed stable clustering of strains into two distinct genotypes (A and B). Antibody-positive individuals were identified in healthy populations from non-endemic areas.Conclusions:The incidence of SFTS in Beijing is increasing, with natural viral circulation already established in non-endemic regions. Enhanced surveillance and adjusted prevention strategies are urgently needed.
3.Preliminary research on clinical application of a new flexible patch ECG
Yibei LU ; Dongxia JIN ; Zhenchun SONG ; Haoyuan MA ; Yan LI ; Tianxu HAO ; Ximing LI
Tianjin Medical Journal 2024;52(10):1095-1099
Objective To explore the diagnostic value of a wearable flexible patch ECG instrument in arrhythmia,the alarm situation during clinical application,patient satisfaction and safety.Methods A total of 1 443 subjects wore flexible patch ECG and conventional dynamic ECG(control)for 24 h to test the validity and consistency of arrhythmia diagnosis,and counted the alarm of remote ECG and the occurrence of related adverse events during the wearing of the instrument.Results There were 987 cases of arrhythmia detected by flexible patch ECG and 992 cases by conventional dynamic ECG.The total coincidence rate of arrhythmia diagnosis was 98.7%.The mean heart rate was measured by flexible patch ECG(75.4±11.4)times/min,conventional dynamic heart rate(71.5±12.1)times/min,the intra-group correlation coefficient(ICC)of 2 instruments was 0.892(95%CI:0.537-0.956),with good repeatability.The correct alarm rate of flexible patch ECG was 100%.The incidences of skin pruritus(0.28%vs.1.32%),skin allergy,redness and swelling(0.14%vs.0.69%)and electrode strip shedding(0 vs.0.28%)during wearing the flexible patch electrocardiogram were lower than those of the conventional holter electrocardiogram(P<0.05).Conclusion The flexible patch ECG has few adverse reactions,high comfort,good safety and clinical applicability.
4.Zuoguiwan for Treating Congenital Essence Deficiency in Offspring
Haoyuan CHEN ; Can SHEN ; Zequan ZHANG ; Anli XU ; Zhihua ZHANG ; Jing JIN ; Min ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(17):51-59
Zuoguiwan, one of the classic formulas of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has the effects of nourishing genuine Yin, supplementing essence, and replenishing marrow, and it is widely used in the clinical treatment of diseases caused by congenital essence deficiency. This article systematically reviewed the ancient books involving congenital deficiency and the modern research reports on the treatment of congenital deficiency with Zuoguiwan. From the formulation principle of Zuoguiwan and the TCM concept of congenital deficiency, this article discussed the theoretical basis of treating congenital deficiency with Zuoguiwan based on the modern research results. Ancient physicians have discovered that the deficiency of parents can lead to abnormal physical development and weakness of the offspring. ZHANG Jingyue divided congenital essence Qi into genuine Yin and primordial Yang and formulated Zuoguiwan based on the principle of Yin-Yang mutual assistance for supplementing congenital genuine Yin. Experimental studies have shown that Zuoguiwan can up-regulate the expression of connexin 43 (Cx43) protein and improve gap junction intercellular communication (GJIC) function to promote osteogenic differentiation and maturation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells and ameliorate abnormal bone development caused by congenital essence deficiency. Zuoguiwan can enhance the expression and activity of Reelin to ameliorate abnormal brain development. It can upregulate the expression of Cx43 protein to intervene in the phosphatidylinositol 3 kinase/protein kinase B (PI3K/Akt) pathway, thus repairing the reproductive functions. Zuiguiwan can promote the development and maturation of T cells and activate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway in the thymus to improve immune functions. In addition, it can promote the expression of β-catenin and inhibit the expression of microtubule-associated proteins 1 light chain 3 (LC3) to attenuate skin dysfunctions. Moreover, Zuoguiwan can guide the differentiation of stem cells via the correlation between essence and vitality in TCM. Zuoguiwan has demonstrated significant therapeutic effects on some diseases in the pediatric, andrological, gynecological, geriatric, internal medicine, orthopedic and skin disease departments. On the basis of the results of experiments and clinical applications, this paper analyzes the specific connotation of congenital deficiency proposes that congenital deficiency should be subdivided into the four aspects of essence, Qi, Yin, and Yang. Congenital essence deficiency as the deficiency of genuine Yin can lead to deficiency of kidney essence in the offspring and dysfunction of kidney storing essence. Pharmacological studies have discovered that Cuscutae Semen, Lycii Fructus, and Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix in Zuoguiwan contain active components such as quercetin and kaempferol, which act on the targets such as recombinant prostaglandin endoperoxide synthase 2 (PTGS2), interleukin-6 (IL-6), mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPK14), tumor necrosis factor (TNF), TP53, Vascular permeability factor A (VEGFA), and albumin (ALB) to play a role in reproductive system development and hormone responses. Zuoguiwan has unique advantages over Liuwei Dihuangwan in nourishing congenital genuine Yin in the kidney and can achieve better therapeutic effects on the syndromes and diseases caused by congenital essence deficiency. This review is expected to enrich the knowledge about the efficacy and clinical application of Zuoguiwan, provide new perspectives and methods for the prevention and treatment of congenital deficiency and congenital essence deficiency, and give insights into the application of Zuoguiwan in modern healthcare, especially in the nurturing of offspring.
5.Kinetics of immune activated T cells in aplastic anemia mouse model
Weiwang LI ; Ruonan LI ; Lele ZHANG ; Qiuyi MA ; Haoyuan LI ; Wenjun WANG ; Jin MAO ; Yajing CHU ; Weiping YUAN ; Jun SHI
Chinese Journal of Hematology 2022;43(7):581-586
Objective:To explore the dynamic changes of donor derived T cells at different time points in the aplastic anemia mouse model.Methods:The aplastic anemia mouse model was induced and then the proportion of infiltrated donor derived T cells in spleen and bone marrow, expression of activation molecular markers, cell cycle and functional subsets were measured by flow cytometry at different time points to evaluate the functional status of T cells in different periods.Results:①T cell immune-mediated aplastic anemia mouse model was successfully established by half lethal dose irradiation combined with major histocompatibility antigen (MHC) haploidentical lymph node cells infusion. ②The donor derived T cells began to infiltrate significantly in the spleen of aplastic anemia mouse from the 3rd day after transplantation and the ratio of CD4 +/CD8 + gradually inverted. After the 5th day, they gradually entered the bone marrow, predominated by CD8 + cells. ③The expression peak of CD69 in donor CD4 + cells was later than that in CD8 + cells. The trend of CD25 expression in CD4 + cells was the same as that in CD8 + cells, but the expression level in CD8 + cells was higher than CD4 + cells. ④The proportion of donor CD4 + cells in S/G 2/M phase reached the peak in spleen, about 12%, within 3 days after transplantation, while a higher level in CD8 + cells, which was about 20%. And the proportion of both CD4 + and CD8 + cells in S/G 2/M phase increased again after entering bone marrow, which was continued to be higher in CD8 + cells than that in CD4 + cells after 3 days of transplantation. ⑤Immune activated T cells in the spleen rapidly differentiated into effector memory T cells (T EM) after a short central memory T cell (T CM) stage. After entering the bone marrow, some T EM differentiated into effector cells to further function. Conclusion:In the aplastic anemia mouse model, donor derived T cells activated rapidly after entering the allogenic recipient, reached its proliferation booming period and differentiated into T EM cells within 5 days. After 5 days, they began to enter the bone marrow to continue proliferate and damage hematopoiesis.

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