1.Regulation of Renal Interstitial Fibrosis-related Pathways by Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Review
Dandan WEI ; Shanshan LI ; Yongjie WANG ; Hongling WANG ; Zongyao WU ; Qingbo WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(16):254-265
Renal interstitial fibrosis (RIF) is a common pathological change process from the development of various chronic nephropathies to the end stage, and it is an important histological manifestation of renal function decline. At present, no effective anti-fibrosis drugs have been found in clinical practice. In recent years, with the continuous development of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) pharmacology, molecular biology, system biology, and network pharmacology, the research on regulating RIF with TCM monomer, single TCM, TCM compound, Chinese patent medicine, and TCM injection is deepening. Among them, Jianpi Yishen recipe, Shendi Bushen capsules, Jianzhong Bushen Xiaozheng decoction, Liuwei Dihuangtang, and Lycium barbarum polysaccharides can regulate transforming growth factor-β/small mother against decapentaplegic (TGF-β1/Smads), Wnt/β-catenin, and neurogenic locus notch homolog protein (Notch) signaling pathways. Wulingsan, Zhenwutang, pachymic acid ZA, pachymic acid ZC, and pachymic acid ZD, which mainly induce diuresis, can regulate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Hirudin, curcumin, and Fuzheng Huayu recipe, which mainly promote blood circulation, can inhibit inflammation-related pathways such as p-nuclear transcription factor-κB (NF-κB), Toll-like receptor 4/p-nuclear transcription factor-κB (TLR4/NF-κB), and Janus kinase 2/signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (JAK/STAT), so as to achieve anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidation effects and alleviate the progression of RIF. Shenshuai Xiezhuo decoction, Shenkang injection, and Shenshuai recipe, which are mainly used for invigorating Qi, removing blood stasis, and removing turbidity, can inhibit transdifferentiation of pericytes-myofibroblasts through vascular endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR) signaling pathway. At present, there are many studies on the regulation of the RIF signaling pathway by TCM, but there is a lack of a systematic summary. In this study, by combing the signaling pathway of TCM in the treatment of RIF, the effective target of TCM treatment is screened, and its possible mechanism is found, which provides new ideas for clinical treatment and new drug research and development.
2.The role of CYP2E1 in trichloroethylene-induced skin sensitization and liver damage in guinea pigs
Lijuan WU ; Xiangrong SONG ; Fengrong LU ; Hongling LI ; Jiaheng HE ; Xiao ZHANG ; Hailan WANG
China Occupational Medicine 2025;52(3):249-256
Objective To investigate the role of cytochrome P450 2E1 (CYP2E1) in trichloroethylene (TCE)-induced skin sensitization and liver damage in guinea pigs, using diallyl sulfide (DAS), a CYP2E1 inhibitor, as an intervention. Methods Specific pathogen-free female guinea pigs were randomly divided into blank control group, solvent control group, positive control (2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene) group, TCE-exposure group, and DAS-intervention group. Skin sensitization experiments were conducted using the guinea pig TCE maximal dose-skin sensitization test. Urinary trichloroacetic acid levels were determined following TCE induction and challenge. At 48 hours after the final challenge, serum liver function markers and inflammatory cytokines levels were detected. Histopathological examination on skin and liver tissues was performed, and hepatic CYP2E1 protein expression and oxidative stress indicators were assessed. Results The sensitization rates of guinea pigs were 100.0%, 75.0%, and 33.3% in the positive control, TCE-exposure, and DAS-intervention groups, respectively, while the blank control and solvent control groups were both 0.0%. Compared with the guinea pigs in TCE-exposure group, those in the DAS-intervention group had lower urinary trichloroacetic acid levels at intradermal induction, local induction, first challenge, and 24 hours after the final challenge time point (all P<0.05). Histopathology of guinea pigs showed dermal inflammatory infiltration and basal keratinocyte necrosis in the TCE-exposure group, whereas only mild dermal inflammation was observed in the DAS-intervention group. The guinea pigs in TCE-exposure group exhibited diffuse hepatocellular necrosis, while hepatic damage in the DAS-intervention group was alleviated, characterized by only mild hepatocellular steatosis and hepatocyte swelling around the central vein. The skin sensitization rate of guinea pigs in the TCE-exposure group increased (all P<0.01), the serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT )activity, the levels of interleukin (IL)-2, IL-17, and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF- α) increased (all P<0.05), the relative expression of CYP2E1 protein, the activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD), and the level of malondialdehyde in liver tissue increased (all P<0.05), while the activity of catalase decreased (P<0.05), compared with the blank control and solvent control groups. The serum ALT activity and the levels of IL-2, IL-17, and TNF-α of guinea pigs in DAS-intervention group reduced (all P<0.05), as well as CYP2E1 protein expression, SOD activity, and malondialdehyde level in liver tissue reduced (all P<0.05), compared with the TCE-exposure group. Conclusion TCE can induce hepatic CYP2E1 expression, thereby promoting oxidative stress and inflammatory responses, which contributes to skin sensitization and liver damage. DAS alleviates TCE-induced toxic effects on skin and liver by inhibiting CYP2E1 expression.
3.MR high-resolution vessel wall imaging radiomics combined with attention mechanism for predicting stroke recurrence in patients with symptomatic intracranial atherosclerosis stenosis
Yu GAO ; Zi'ang LI ; Zhengqi WEI ; Lin HAN ; Jie WANG ; Ruifang YAN ; Hongling ZHAO ; Hongkai CUI
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2025;41(2):229-233
Objective To observe the value of the integrated model of MR high-resolution vascular wall imaging(HR-VWI)and attention mechanism for predicting stroke recurrence in symptomatic intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis(sICAS)patients.Methods A total of 363 patients with sICAS who underwent HR-VWI were enrolled and stratified into training set(n=254)and validation set(n=109)according to their origins.Employing a radiomics model that utilized HR-VWI T1 and contrast-enhanced sequences for feature extraction,image data were captured from relevant plaques.Subsequently,a Trans model was developed by integrating the Transformer attention mechanism.The predictive performance and clinical utility of conventional radiomics models and Trans models for forecasting stroke recurrence among patients with sICAS were evaluated.Results In training set and validation set,the area under the curve of Trans model for predicting stroke recurrence in sICAS patients was 0.992 and 0.988,respectively,both superior to that of T1 model,T1 enhanced model and dual sequence model(all P<0.05).The calibration curve and decision curve analysis showed that Trans model had good predictive probability and clinical practicality.Conclusion The obtained integrated model of HR-VWI radiomics combined with attention mechanism had certain value for predicting stroke recurrence in patients with sICAS.
4.Evaluation for real-world application of domestic and imported medical devices in Liaoning province
Hongling LI ; Han LI ; Shuang LI ; Yanxia LI ; Lijuan WANG ; Guowei PAN ; Wei SUN
China Medical Equipment 2025;22(6):108-112
Objective:To investigate the current status of real time application of domestic and imported medical device in the real-world in Liaoning province,and provide data support for the promotion and application of domestic medical device.Methods:Data of the usage of medical device were collected from 77 medical institutions at all levels in 9 urban-rural demonstration regions with representativeness in Liaoning Province from November 2017 to June 2020.Descriptive analysis was used to characterize the distribution of medical device,which data were collected in urban-rural medical institutions at all levels in Liaoning Province.The total amount of receiving test of medical device,and the tested amount of each device in each month in urban-rural medical institutions at all levels were calculated.The median value of monthly average number of persons who received test of various kind of domestic and imported medical device in each month in hospitals with third level and secondary level were also calculated.Results:The total number of device that were collected from 77 medical institutions in 9 demonstration regions in Liaoning province was 325,among of which there were 153 domestic device(accounting for 47.1%)and 172 imported devices(accounting for 52.9%).A total of 6,261,000 person-time valid records were collected from 77 medical institutions,which average test number was 5,562 person-time in each device and each month.The total number of person-times of domestic device in diagnosis and treatment was 1,380,000 person-times(accounting for 22.0%),and that of imported devices was 4,881,000 person-times(accounting for 78.0%).The average test number of each device of domestic device in each month was 2,334 person-times(accounting for 42.0%),and that of imported device in each month was 3,228 person-times(accounting for 58.0%).In urban regions,imported device were dominant,while domestic medical device were dominant in rural regions in Liaoning province.The overall usage frequency of imported medical device was higher in hospitals with third level or secondary level,while the usage frequency of domestic medical device was higher in grassroots medical institutions.Conclusion:There are differences in the real time usage between domestic and imported medical device among 77 medical institutions at all levels in 9 demonstration regions in Liaoning province.Urban regions mainly tend to use imported device,while rural regions more tent to use domestic device.
5.Infantile rhabdomyofibrosarcoma with EGFR kinase domain duplication: a clinicopathological analysis of three cases
Hongling LI ; Le XIE ; Jinhui ZHANG ; Yanxing WU ; Fulan HAN ; Rongjun MAO
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(2):156-161
Objective:To investigate the clinicopathological and genetic features of infantile rhabdomyofibrosarcoma (IRFS) with EGFR kinase domain duplication (EGFR-KDD).Methods:The clinical, morphological and immunohistochemical features of three IRFS with EGFR-KDD diagnosed from January 2022 to January 2024 at Department of Pathology, Foshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Foshan, China were retrospectively analyzed using PCR or next generation sequencing technique; and related literature was reviewed.Results:There were 1 male and 2 females, aged at presentation ranging from 1 to 4 years. The tumor occurred in the left thigh, right maxillofacial region, and right popliteal space. The presenting symptom was a painless mass which was accidentally discovered. The maximum diameter of tumors ranged from 3 to 5 cm. Microscopically, the tumors were poorly defined and composed of relatively monomorphic spindle cells, arranged in diffuse, fascicular growth patterns, with moderate pale eosinophilic cytoplasm. Mitoses were abundant. A few round rhabdomyoblastic tumor cells with abundant eosinophilic cytoplasm were found. There was no evidence of hemorrhage or necrosis. The tumor cells expressed vimentin, SMA, MSA, desmin, MyoD1 and myogenin; and the Ki-67 proliferation index was 10%-60%. RT-PCR showed EGFR-KDD in all three cases. Gene fusion was detected in three cases based on next generation sequencing, but only one case had EGFR-KDD. Follow-up data for 12 to 36 months showed two patients died of the disease and one patient was alive without recurrences and metastasis.Conclusions:IRFS is a rare soft tissue tumor that resembles infantile fibrosarcoma but has immunohistochemical evidence of rhabdomyoblastic differentiation. It more commonly occurs in infants and tends to appear in limbs and torso with poor prognosis. Aggressive multimodality treatment is recommended for these patients. EGFR-KDD may be a genetic driver to IRFS. Clinical response to EGFR targeted therapy might be promising in the future.
6.Study on the correlation between the degree of intracranial vascular stenosis and culprit plaque characteristics with the risk of stroke recurrence
Lin HAN ; Jie WANG ; Zi'ang LI ; Yu GAO ; Ziqing YANG ; Xinhui MA ; Haipeng LIU ; Ruifang YAN ; Hongling ZHAO ; Hongkai CUI
Journal of Practical Radiology 2025;41(10):1593-1599
Objective To evaluate the application of high-resolution magnetic resonance vessel wall imaging(HRMR-VWI)in identifying high-risk features of intracranial atherosclerotic plaques,and to analyze the correlation between plaque characteristics and stroke recurrence under varying degrees of stenosis.Methods The data from 368 patients with intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis(ICAS)across two centers were retrospectively analyzed.Based on the degree of stenosis,all patients were categorized into mild-to-moderate stenosis group(luminal stenosis<70%,n=155)and severe stenosis group(luminal stenosis≥70%,n=213).HRMR-VWI images and clinical information of the patients were collected and analyzed,and the culprit plaques were quantitatively analyzed.Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were employed to identify the risk factors for stroke recurrence,and the predictive performance was evaluated using the area under the curve(AUC)of the receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve.Results Higher normalized wall index(NWI)[odds ratio(OR)=1.082,95%confidence interval(CI)1.050-1.118,P<0.05]and the presence of intraplaque hemorrhage(IPH)(OR=1.843,95%CI 1.120-3.036,P<0.05)were risk factors for stroke recurrence in all patients.And these two factors were also significant in the mild-to-moderate stenosis group(NWI:OR=1.088,95%CI 1.009-1.186,P<0.05;IPH:OR=4.049,95%CI 1.227-16.065,P<0.05).A predictive model for stroke recurrence was constructed using the combination of IPH and NWI,with the best performance in the mild-to-moderate stenosis group(AUC=0.813,95%CI 0.723-0.906).Conclusion In patients with luminal stenosis<70%,the increase of NWI and the presence of IPH have been validated as significant and effective indicators for predicting stroke recurrence,demonstrating notable predictive performance.In contrast,among patients with luminal stenosis≥70%,the utility of plaque characteristics in predicting stroke recurrence is relatively lower,indicating that the correlation between plaque characteristics and stroke recurrence varies across different degrees of stenosis.
7.Infantile rhabdomyofibrosarcoma with EGFR kinase domain duplication: a clinicopathological analysis of three cases
Hongling LI ; Le XIE ; Jinhui ZHANG ; Yanxing WU ; Fulan HAN ; Rongjun MAO
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(2):156-161
Objective:To investigate the clinicopathological and genetic features of infantile rhabdomyofibrosarcoma (IRFS) with EGFR kinase domain duplication (EGFR-KDD).Methods:The clinical, morphological and immunohistochemical features of three IRFS with EGFR-KDD diagnosed from January 2022 to January 2024 at Department of Pathology, Foshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Foshan, China were retrospectively analyzed using PCR or next generation sequencing technique; and related literature was reviewed.Results:There were 1 male and 2 females, aged at presentation ranging from 1 to 4 years. The tumor occurred in the left thigh, right maxillofacial region, and right popliteal space. The presenting symptom was a painless mass which was accidentally discovered. The maximum diameter of tumors ranged from 3 to 5 cm. Microscopically, the tumors were poorly defined and composed of relatively monomorphic spindle cells, arranged in diffuse, fascicular growth patterns, with moderate pale eosinophilic cytoplasm. Mitoses were abundant. A few round rhabdomyoblastic tumor cells with abundant eosinophilic cytoplasm were found. There was no evidence of hemorrhage or necrosis. The tumor cells expressed vimentin, SMA, MSA, desmin, MyoD1 and myogenin; and the Ki-67 proliferation index was 10%-60%. RT-PCR showed EGFR-KDD in all three cases. Gene fusion was detected in three cases based on next generation sequencing, but only one case had EGFR-KDD. Follow-up data for 12 to 36 months showed two patients died of the disease and one patient was alive without recurrences and metastasis.Conclusions:IRFS is a rare soft tissue tumor that resembles infantile fibrosarcoma but has immunohistochemical evidence of rhabdomyoblastic differentiation. It more commonly occurs in infants and tends to appear in limbs and torso with poor prognosis. Aggressive multimodality treatment is recommended for these patients. EGFR-KDD may be a genetic driver to IRFS. Clinical response to EGFR targeted therapy might be promising in the future.
8.Current status and influencing factors of clinical leadership among Interventional Operating Room nurses in Shandong Province
Hongxia LI ; Pingwei SONG ; Hongling WANG ; Yongping YANG ; Yichuan ZHANG ; Jiakai LI ; Mingming CHEN
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(16):2202-2209
Objective:To investigate the current status of clinical leadership among Interventional Operating Room nurses in Shandong Province and to analyze its influencing factors.Methods:In December 2024, 220 Interventional Operating Room nurses from 46 ClassⅢ Grade A general hospitals in Shandong Province were selected for a cross-sectional survey using convenience sampling. General Information Questionnaire, Clinical Leadership Survey, Chinese version of Wong and Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (WLEIS-C) , and Jefferson Scale of Empathy-Health Professionals (JSE-HP) were used as survey instruments. Multiple linear regression was used to analyze the factors influencing clinical leadership among Interventional Operating Room nurses. Pearson correlation analysis was used to explore the relationship between emotional intelligence, empathy, and clinical leadership.Results:A total of 220 questionnaires were distributed and 204 valid questionnaires were recovered, with a valid recovery rate of 92.73% (204/220) . The clinical leadership scores of the 204 Interventional Operating Room nurses were (66.35±8.74) , and the dimensions scored, in descending order, as encouraging the heart, enabling others to act, modeling the way, inspiring a shared vision, and challenging the process. The mean scores of WLEIS-C and JSE-HP items were (5.88±0.90) and (4.61±0.63) , respectively. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that the nature of employment and whether or not they participated in leadership training were influencing factors for clinical leadership among Interventional Operating Room nurses (partial regression coefficients of -2.831 and -2.999, respectively; P<0.05) . Emotional intelligence and empathy ability among Interventional Operating Room nurses were positively correlated with clinical leadership ( P<0.05) . Conclusions:Clinical leadership of nurses in the Interventional Operating Room of ClassⅢ Grade A general hospitals in Shandong Province is at a moderate to high level. Nurses who participate in leadership training, have staffing, have greater empathy, and have higher emotional intelligence have greater clinical leadership. It is recommended that nursing administrators add leadership-related courses to the training of nurses in the Interventional Operating Room, and take steps to improve nurses' emotional intelligence and empathy ability, thereby promoting clinical leadership among Interventional Operating Room nurses.
9.MR high-resolution vessel wall imaging radiomics combined with attention mechanism for predicting stroke recurrence in patients with symptomatic intracranial atherosclerosis stenosis
Yu GAO ; Zi'ang LI ; Zhengqi WEI ; Lin HAN ; Jie WANG ; Ruifang YAN ; Hongling ZHAO ; Hongkai CUI
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2025;41(2):229-233
Objective To observe the value of the integrated model of MR high-resolution vascular wall imaging(HR-VWI)and attention mechanism for predicting stroke recurrence in symptomatic intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis(sICAS)patients.Methods A total of 363 patients with sICAS who underwent HR-VWI were enrolled and stratified into training set(n=254)and validation set(n=109)according to their origins.Employing a radiomics model that utilized HR-VWI T1 and contrast-enhanced sequences for feature extraction,image data were captured from relevant plaques.Subsequently,a Trans model was developed by integrating the Transformer attention mechanism.The predictive performance and clinical utility of conventional radiomics models and Trans models for forecasting stroke recurrence among patients with sICAS were evaluated.Results In training set and validation set,the area under the curve of Trans model for predicting stroke recurrence in sICAS patients was 0.992 and 0.988,respectively,both superior to that of T1 model,T1 enhanced model and dual sequence model(all P<0.05).The calibration curve and decision curve analysis showed that Trans model had good predictive probability and clinical practicality.Conclusion The obtained integrated model of HR-VWI radiomics combined with attention mechanism had certain value for predicting stroke recurrence in patients with sICAS.
10.Evaluation for real-world application of domestic and imported medical devices in Liaoning province
Hongling LI ; Han LI ; Shuang LI ; Yanxia LI ; Lijuan WANG ; Guowei PAN ; Wei SUN
China Medical Equipment 2025;22(6):108-112
Objective:To investigate the current status of real time application of domestic and imported medical device in the real-world in Liaoning province,and provide data support for the promotion and application of domestic medical device.Methods:Data of the usage of medical device were collected from 77 medical institutions at all levels in 9 urban-rural demonstration regions with representativeness in Liaoning Province from November 2017 to June 2020.Descriptive analysis was used to characterize the distribution of medical device,which data were collected in urban-rural medical institutions at all levels in Liaoning Province.The total amount of receiving test of medical device,and the tested amount of each device in each month in urban-rural medical institutions at all levels were calculated.The median value of monthly average number of persons who received test of various kind of domestic and imported medical device in each month in hospitals with third level and secondary level were also calculated.Results:The total number of device that were collected from 77 medical institutions in 9 demonstration regions in Liaoning province was 325,among of which there were 153 domestic device(accounting for 47.1%)and 172 imported devices(accounting for 52.9%).A total of 6,261,000 person-time valid records were collected from 77 medical institutions,which average test number was 5,562 person-time in each device and each month.The total number of person-times of domestic device in diagnosis and treatment was 1,380,000 person-times(accounting for 22.0%),and that of imported devices was 4,881,000 person-times(accounting for 78.0%).The average test number of each device of domestic device in each month was 2,334 person-times(accounting for 42.0%),and that of imported device in each month was 3,228 person-times(accounting for 58.0%).In urban regions,imported device were dominant,while domestic medical device were dominant in rural regions in Liaoning province.The overall usage frequency of imported medical device was higher in hospitals with third level or secondary level,while the usage frequency of domestic medical device was higher in grassroots medical institutions.Conclusion:There are differences in the real time usage between domestic and imported medical device among 77 medical institutions at all levels in 9 demonstration regions in Liaoning province.Urban regions mainly tend to use imported device,while rural regions more tent to use domestic device.

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