1.Enhanced radiotheranostic targeting of integrin α5β1 with PEGylation-enabled peptide multidisplay platform (PEGibody): A strategy for prolonged tumor retention with fast blood clearance.
Siqi ZHANG ; Xiaohui MA ; Jiang WU ; Jieting SHEN ; Yuntao SHI ; Xingkai WANG ; Lin XIE ; Xiaona SUN ; Yuxuan WU ; Hao TIAN ; Xin GAO ; Xueyao CHEN ; Hongyi HUANG ; Lu CHEN ; Xuekai SONG ; Qichen HU ; Hailong ZHANG ; Feng WANG ; Zhao-Hui JIN ; Ming-Rong ZHANG ; Rui WANG ; Kuan HU
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(2):692-706
Peptide-based radiopharmaceuticals targeting integrin α5β1 show promise for precise tumor diagnosis and treatment. However, current peptide-based radioligands that target α5β1 demonstrate inadequate in vivo performance owing to limited tumor retention. The use of PEGylation to enhance the tumor retention of radiopharmaceuticals by prolonging blood circulation time poses a risk of increased blood toxicity. Therefore, a PEGylation strategy that boosts tumor retention while minimizing blood circulation time is urgently needed. Here, we developed a PEGylation-enabled peptide multidisplay platform (PEGibody) for PR_b, an α5β1 targeting peptide. PEGibody generation involved PEGylation and self-assembly. [64Cu]QM-2303 PEGibodies displayed spherical nanoparticles ranging from 100 to 200 nm in diameter. Compared with non-PEGylated radioligands, [64Cu]QM-2303 demonstrated enhanced tumor retention time due to increased binding affinity and stability. Importantly, the biodistribution analysis confirmed rapid clearance of [64Cu]QM-2303 from the bloodstream. Administration of a single dose of [177Lu]QM-2303 led to robust antitumor efficacy. Furthermore, [64Cu]/[177Lu]QM-2303 exhibited low hematological and organ toxicity in both healthy and tumor-bearing mice. Therefore, this study presents a PEGibody-based radiotheranostic approach that enhances tumor retention time and provides long-lasting antitumor effects without prolonging blood circulation lifetime. The PEGibody-based radiopharmaceutical [64Cu]/[177Lu]QM-2303 shows great potential for positron emission tomography imaging-guided targeted radionuclide therapy for α5β1-overexpressing tumors.
2.Fibroblast activation protein targeting radiopharmaceuticals: From drug design to clinical translation.
Yuxuan WU ; Xingkai WANG ; Xiaona SUN ; Xin GAO ; Siqi ZHANG ; Jieting SHEN ; Hao TIAN ; Xueyao CHEN ; Hongyi HUANG ; Shuo JIANG ; Boyang ZHANG ; Yingzi ZHANG ; Minzi LU ; Hailong ZHANG ; Zhicheng SUN ; Ruping LIU ; Hong ZHANG ; Ming-Rong ZHANG ; Kuan HU ; Rui WANG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(9):4511-4542
The activation proteins released by fibroblasts in the tumor microenvironment regulate tumor growth, migration, and treatment response, thereby influencing tumor progression and therapeutic outcomes. Owing to the proliferation and metastasis of tumors, fibroblast activation protein (FAP) is typically highly expressed in the tumor stroma, whereas it is nearly absent in adult normal tissues and benign lesions, making it an attractive target for precision medicine. Radiolabeled agents targeting FAP have the potential for targeted cancer diagnosis and therapy. This comprehensive review aims to describe the evolution of FAPI-based radiopharmaceuticals and their structural optimization. Within its scope, this review summarizes the advances in the use of radiolabeled small molecule inhibitors for tumor imaging and therapy as well as the modification strategies for FAPIs, combined with insights from structure-activity relationships and clinical studies, providing a valuable perspective for radiopharmaceutical clinical development and application.
3.Guideline for Adult Weight Management in China
Weiqing WANG ; Qin WAN ; Jianhua MA ; Guang WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Yongquan SHI ; Tingjun YE ; Xiaoguang SHI ; Jian KUANG ; Bo FENG ; Xiuyan FENG ; Guang NING ; Yiming MU ; Hongyu KUANG ; Xiaoping XING ; Chunli PIAO ; Xingbo CHENG ; Zhifeng CHENG ; Yufang BI ; Yan BI ; Wenshan LYU ; Dalong ZHU ; Cuiyan ZHU ; Wei ZHU ; Fei HUA ; Fei XIANG ; Shuang YAN ; Zilin SUN ; Yadong SUN ; Liqin SUN ; Luying SUN ; Li YAN ; Yanbing LI ; Hong LI ; Shu LI ; Ling LI ; Yiming LI ; Chenzhong LI ; Hua YANG ; Jinkui YANG ; Ling YANG ; Ying YANG ; Tao YANG ; Xiao YANG ; Xinhua XIAO ; Dan WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Lanjie HE ; Wei GU ; Jie SHEN ; Yongfeng SONG ; Qiao ZHANG ; Hong ZHANG ; Yuwei ZHANG ; Junqing ZHANG ; Xianfeng ZHANG ; Miao ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Yingli LU ; Hong CHEN ; Li CHEN ; Bing CHEN ; Shihong CHEN ; Guiyan CHEN ; Haibing CHEN ; Lei CHEN ; Yanyan CHEN ; Genben CHEN ; Yikun ZHOU ; Xianghai ZHOU ; Qiang ZHOU ; Jiaqiang ZHOU ; Hongting ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Jiajun ZHAO ; Dong ZHAO ; Ji HU ; Jiang HU ; Xinguo HOU ; Bimin SHI ; Tianpei HONG ; Mingxia YUAN ; Weibo XIA ; Xuejiang GU ; Yong XU ; Shuguang PANG ; Tianshu GAO ; Zuhua GAO ; Xiaohui GUO ; Hongyi CAO ; Mingfeng CAO ; Xiaopei CAO ; Jing MA ; Bin LU ; Zhen LIANG ; Jun LIANG ; Min LONG ; Yongde PENG ; Jin LU ; Hongyun LU ; Yan LU ; Chunping ZENG ; Binhong WEN ; Xueyong LOU ; Qingbo GUAN ; Lin LIAO ; Xin LIAO ; Ping XIONG ; Yaoming XUE
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(11):891-907
Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.
4.Current status and challenges of platelet-rich plasma-derived extracellular vesicles in treatment of chronic wounds
Shan HUA ; Hongyi ZHANG ; Jiawei GU ; Yuxin QIAN ; Rong GUO ; Yingshen SHI ; Yilong WANG ; Hua JIANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2025;31(4):337-342
Chronic wounds, defined as persistent failure to heal due to specific etiological factors, remain a major clinical challenge. Current standard interventions such as negative pressure wound therapy are limited by complications like hypergranulation and poor patient compliance, while emerging stem cell-based therapies carry potential tumorigenic risks. Consequently, identifying strategies to safely and effectively accelerate wound healing continues to be a critical focus in contemporary clinical research. Platelet-rich plasma derived extracellular vesicles (PRP-EVs) are extracellular vesicles released by platelets after activation. They have the characteristics of autologous origin, higher safety, and more mild and convenient clinical application. Studies have shown that PRP-EVs are rich in bioactive molecules such as lipids, proteins and RNA, which have outstanding performance in regulating wound inflammation, promoting angiogenesis, enhancing cell migration and proliferation, and are expected to become an effective tool for the treatment of chronic wounds. This review discusses the methods, mechanisms of action, and challenges associated with the use of PRP-EVs in chronic wound management, providing a foundation for future research and clinical applications in this field.
5.Construction and validation of prediction models for delayed encephalopathy after acute carbon monoxide poisoning based on machine learning
Yanwu YU ; Yan ZHANG ; Ding YUAN ; Huihui HAO ; Fang YANG ; Hongyi YAN ; Pin JIANG ; Mengnan GUO ; Zhigao XU ; Changhua SUN ; Gaiqin YAN ; Lu CHE ; Jianjun GUO ; Jihong CHEN ; Yan LI ; Yanxia GAO
Chinese Journal of Emergency Medicine 2025;34(10):1403-1409
Objective:s To investigate the risk factors for delayed encephalopathy after acute carbon monoxide poisoning (DEACMP) in patients with acute carbon monoxide poisoning (ACOP) and to develop predictive models based on machine learning algorithms.Methods:Patients with ACOP hospitalized at the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University from August 2019 to October 2024 were included, with the occurrence of DEACMP as the outcome measure. The dataset was randomly divided into training and validation sets at a ratio of 7:3. Lasso regression was used to select features influencing the outcome in training sets. Nine machine learning models—including Random Forest (RF), Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost), and Support Vector Machine (SVM)—were constructed. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were plotted and the area under the curve (AUC) calculated for each model. Calibration curves were used to assess accuracy, and decision curve analysis (DCA) was applied to evaluate clinical utility. The SHapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) method was employed to visualize and interpret the best-performing model.Results:A total of 264 ACOP patients were included, of whom 54 (20.5%) developed DEACMP. Lasso regression identified eight key feature variables. Based on these factors, predictive models were constructed, showing good AUC stability across the nine machine learning models in both training (0.92–0.99) and validation sets (0.85–0.91). The RF model performed best, with an AUC of 0.99 in the training set and 0.90 in the validation set; its calibration curve and DCA curve also demonstrated excellent performance. SHAP analysis of the RF model revealed the importance ranking of factors from highest to lowest as follows: Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score, duration of coma, age, history of coronary heart disease, CK-MB level, monocyte count, diastolic blood pressure (DBP), and drinking history.Conclusions:The RF model exhibited the highest predictive performance for DEACMP occurrence in ACOP patients. The influencing factors, ranked in order of importance from highest to lowest, are as follows: GCS score, duration of coma, age, history of coronary heart disease, CK-MB level, monocyte count, DBP, and drinking history.
6.Minocycline alleviates myocardial cell damage in chronic heart failure rats by regulating the HIF-1α/BNIP3 signaling pathway
Fan JIANG ; Hongyi ZHOU ; Feiyue WANG ; Yuan SUN ; Guangming WU
Journal of China Medical University 2025;54(7):619-625
Objective To investigate the impact of minocycline(MC)on myocardial cell damage in rats with chronic heart failure(CHF)by regulating the hypoxia-inducible factor 1α(HIF-1α)/B-cell lymphoma-2/adenovirus E1B 19-kDa interacting protein(BNIP3).Methods All rats were randomly divided into Sham,CHF,positive drug(LP),low dose MC,high dose MC(HMC),and HMC+HIF-1α activator(DMOG)groups.Cardiac function was detected using echocardiography.HE staining,transmission electron microscopy,and TUNEL assay were used to evaluate myocardial pathology and apoptosis.Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was applied to quantify tumor necrosis factor α(TNF-α),interleukin-1β,superoxide dismutase(SOD),and malondialdehyde(MDA).Quantitative real-time PCR was used to detect the mRNA levels of Bcl-2 and Bcl-2-related X protein(Bax),while Western blotting was applied to detect the expres-sion of HIF-1α,BNIP3,Beclin-1,and microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3(LC3)proteins.Results Compared to rats in the sham group,rats from the CHF group exhibited increased left ventricular end-diastolic diameter(LVEDD),left ventricular end-systolic diameter(LVESD),cell apoptosis rate,TNF-α,IL-1β,MDA,Bax,HIF-1α,BNIP3,Beclin-1,and LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰwith decreased left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF),left ventricular shortening fraction(LVFS),SOD,and Bcl-2 levels(P<0.05).Compared with CHF group,rats from LP group,LMC group and HMC group exhibited decreased levels of LVEDD,LVESD,apoptosis rate,TNF-α,IL-1β,MDA,Bax,HIF-1α,BNIP3,Beclin-1,LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰ,and increased levels of LVEF,LVFS,SOD and Bcl-2(P<0.05).DMOG attenuated the protective effect of high-dose MC on myocardial cell damage in rats of the CHF group(P<0.05).Conclusion MC improves myocardial cell damage in rats of CHF group by inhibiting the HIF-1α/BNIP3 signaling pathway.
7.Minocycline alleviates myocardial cell damage in chronic heart failure rats by regulating the HIF-1α/BNIP3 signaling pathway
Fan JIANG ; Hongyi ZHOU ; Feiyue WANG ; Yuan SUN ; Guangming WU
Journal of China Medical University 2025;54(7):619-625
Objective To investigate the impact of minocycline(MC)on myocardial cell damage in rats with chronic heart failure(CHF)by regulating the hypoxia-inducible factor 1α(HIF-1α)/B-cell lymphoma-2/adenovirus E1B 19-kDa interacting protein(BNIP3).Methods All rats were randomly divided into Sham,CHF,positive drug(LP),low dose MC,high dose MC(HMC),and HMC+HIF-1α activator(DMOG)groups.Cardiac function was detected using echocardiography.HE staining,transmission electron microscopy,and TUNEL assay were used to evaluate myocardial pathology and apoptosis.Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was applied to quantify tumor necrosis factor α(TNF-α),interleukin-1β,superoxide dismutase(SOD),and malondialdehyde(MDA).Quantitative real-time PCR was used to detect the mRNA levels of Bcl-2 and Bcl-2-related X protein(Bax),while Western blotting was applied to detect the expres-sion of HIF-1α,BNIP3,Beclin-1,and microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3(LC3)proteins.Results Compared to rats in the sham group,rats from the CHF group exhibited increased left ventricular end-diastolic diameter(LVEDD),left ventricular end-systolic diameter(LVESD),cell apoptosis rate,TNF-α,IL-1β,MDA,Bax,HIF-1α,BNIP3,Beclin-1,and LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰwith decreased left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF),left ventricular shortening fraction(LVFS),SOD,and Bcl-2 levels(P<0.05).Compared with CHF group,rats from LP group,LMC group and HMC group exhibited decreased levels of LVEDD,LVESD,apoptosis rate,TNF-α,IL-1β,MDA,Bax,HIF-1α,BNIP3,Beclin-1,LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰ,and increased levels of LVEF,LVFS,SOD and Bcl-2(P<0.05).DMOG attenuated the protective effect of high-dose MC on myocardial cell damage in rats of the CHF group(P<0.05).Conclusion MC improves myocardial cell damage in rats of CHF group by inhibiting the HIF-1α/BNIP3 signaling pathway.
8.Guideline for Adult Weight Management in China
Weiqing WANG ; Qin WAN ; Jianhua MA ; Guang WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Yongquan SHI ; Tingjun YE ; Xiaoguang SHI ; Jian KUANG ; Bo FENG ; Xiuyan FENG ; Guang NING ; Yiming MU ; Hongyu KUANG ; Xiaoping XING ; Chunli PIAO ; Xingbo CHENG ; Zhifeng CHENG ; Yufang BI ; Yan BI ; Wenshan LYU ; Dalong ZHU ; Cuiyan ZHU ; Wei ZHU ; Fei HUA ; Fei XIANG ; Shuang YAN ; Zilin SUN ; Yadong SUN ; Liqin SUN ; Luying SUN ; Li YAN ; Yanbing LI ; Hong LI ; Shu LI ; Ling LI ; Yiming LI ; Chenzhong LI ; Hua YANG ; Jinkui YANG ; Ling YANG ; Ying YANG ; Tao YANG ; Xiao YANG ; Xinhua XIAO ; Dan WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Lanjie HE ; Wei GU ; Jie SHEN ; Yongfeng SONG ; Qiao ZHANG ; Hong ZHANG ; Yuwei ZHANG ; Junqing ZHANG ; Xianfeng ZHANG ; Miao ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Yingli LU ; Hong CHEN ; Li CHEN ; Bing CHEN ; Shihong CHEN ; Guiyan CHEN ; Haibing CHEN ; Lei CHEN ; Yanyan CHEN ; Genben CHEN ; Yikun ZHOU ; Xianghai ZHOU ; Qiang ZHOU ; Jiaqiang ZHOU ; Hongting ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Jiajun ZHAO ; Dong ZHAO ; Ji HU ; Jiang HU ; Xinguo HOU ; Bimin SHI ; Tianpei HONG ; Mingxia YUAN ; Weibo XIA ; Xuejiang GU ; Yong XU ; Shuguang PANG ; Tianshu GAO ; Zuhua GAO ; Xiaohui GUO ; Hongyi CAO ; Mingfeng CAO ; Xiaopei CAO ; Jing MA ; Bin LU ; Zhen LIANG ; Jun LIANG ; Min LONG ; Yongde PENG ; Jin LU ; Hongyun LU ; Yan LU ; Chunping ZENG ; Binhong WEN ; Xueyong LOU ; Qingbo GUAN ; Lin LIAO ; Xin LIAO ; Ping XIONG ; Yaoming XUE
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(11):891-907
Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.
9.Current status and challenges of platelet-rich plasma-derived extracellular vesicles in treatment of chronic wounds
Shan HUA ; Hongyi ZHANG ; Jiawei GU ; Yuxin QIAN ; Rong GUO ; Yingshen SHI ; Yilong WANG ; Hua JIANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2025;31(4):337-342
Chronic wounds, defined as persistent failure to heal due to specific etiological factors, remain a major clinical challenge. Current standard interventions such as negative pressure wound therapy are limited by complications like hypergranulation and poor patient compliance, while emerging stem cell-based therapies carry potential tumorigenic risks. Consequently, identifying strategies to safely and effectively accelerate wound healing continues to be a critical focus in contemporary clinical research. Platelet-rich plasma derived extracellular vesicles (PRP-EVs) are extracellular vesicles released by platelets after activation. They have the characteristics of autologous origin, higher safety, and more mild and convenient clinical application. Studies have shown that PRP-EVs are rich in bioactive molecules such as lipids, proteins and RNA, which have outstanding performance in regulating wound inflammation, promoting angiogenesis, enhancing cell migration and proliferation, and are expected to become an effective tool for the treatment of chronic wounds. This review discusses the methods, mechanisms of action, and challenges associated with the use of PRP-EVs in chronic wound management, providing a foundation for future research and clinical applications in this field.
10.Genetic and clinical characteristics of single and compound types of patients with long QT syndrome type 3
Zhonghe ZHANG ; Jing ZUO ; Yan HUANG ; Hongyi DUAN ; Hao XIA ; Hong JIANG ; Dan HU
Chinese Journal of Cardiology 2024;52(7):777-783
Objective:To explore the genetic background and clinical features of patients with long QT syndrome type 3 (LQT3).Methods:This retrospective cohort included patients diagnosed with LQT3 at the Department of Cardiology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University from January 1998 to December 2022. Patients were categorized into compound type group and single type group based on the presence of a single SCN5A mutation. The two groups were followed up and the differences in baseline characteristics, electrocardiograms, and clinical events between the two groups and probands were compared. Kaplan-Meier curves were used for survival analysis, and the log-rank test was employed to compare the event-free survival rates of first cardiac events between the groups and probands.Results:A total of 97 LQT3 patients were enrolled, including 59 probands. The age at diagnosis was (23.45±19.86) years, with 46 patients (47.4%) being male. Among them, 89 patients were classified as single type group, while 8 patients were classified as compound type group. Genetic testing identified 49 SCN5A mutations, with missense mutations being the majority (91.8%), primarily located in transmembrane regions (40.8%, n=20), interdomain linker regions (28.6%, n=14), and C-terminus (22.4%, n=11). The first cardiac event occurred in 44 patients (45.4%), with an onset age of (13.82±12.50) years. The main trigger was identified as rest or sleep (54.5%, n=24). Compared with patients in single type group, patients in compound type group were younger at diagnosis ((10.35±10.28) years vs. (24.63±20.13) years, P=0.040), had a significantly higher proportion of syncope (87.5% (7/8) vs. 33.7% (30/89), P=0.009), aborted cardiac arrest (62.5% (5/8) vs. 11.2% (10/89), P=0.001), and a lower incidence of event-free survival rates of first cardiac events (12.5% (1/8) vs.58.4% (52/89), log-rank P=0.001). The probands in compound type group had a significantly higher proportion of aborted cardiac arrest comparing to probands in single type group (62.5% (5/8) vs. 17.6% (9/51), P=0.020), while the difference in the incidence rate of event-free survival rates of first cardiac events between the probands in two groups was not statistically significant (12.5% (1/8) vs. 39.2% (20/51), log-rank P=0.08). Conclusion:Compound type LQT3 patients are not uncommon. Such patients are diagnosed at a younger age and exhibit more severe phenotypes, requiring close follow-up and proactive intervention strategies.

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