1.Clinical characteristics and prognosis of immunotherapy for recurrent/metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma: a single-center retrospective analysis
WANG Haoqiang ; LIU Baiyang ; YANG Ning ; LIU Peng ; CHENG Donghai ; PENG Lijun ; WANG Xianci ; HUANG Xueqin ; DONG Enlai ; JIANG Yiming ; ZHOU Juan ; XIE Bo
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2026;33(1):84-90
[摘 要] 目的:探讨复发/转移性鼻咽癌(NPC)接受含PD-1单抗免疫治疗的临床特征和预后影响因素。方法:回顾性分析2019年3月至2024年7月期间南部战区总医院确诊的95例NPC患者的临床资料和外周血生化及免疫学指标。预后分析采用Kaplan-Meier曲线,组间比较使用Log-rank检验,采用Cox比例风险模型进行单因素和多因素分析。结果:95例患者中男性81例,女性14例,中位年龄49.72岁(16~74岁),Ⅳ期91例(95.79%),所有患者均采用免疫治疗,联合或不联合化疗方案治疗,中位无进展生存期(mPFS)为10.5个月,客观缓解率(ORR)70.53%,疾病控制率(DCR)89.47%,接受含铂治疗方案患者PFS相对更长,且差异有统计学意义。紫杉醇 + 顺铂 + 氟尿嘧啶(TPF)对比吉西他滨 + 顺铂(GP)和紫杉醇 + 顺铂(TP)显示出更长的PFS,但差异无统计学意义。不同PD-1单抗治疗组间的PFS未显示出有统计学意义的差异。单因素及多因素Cox回归分析结果显示,肿瘤复发状态、初始血浆EBV感染状态、治疗周期数、基线外周血SII是复发/转移性NPC患者接受PD-1抑制剂治疗疗效预测的独立相关因素(均P < 0.05),并且非复发患者、初始血浆EBV DNA阳性、接受 ≥ 4治疗周期、基线外周血SII < 772.81的患者接受PD-1抑制剂治疗预后相对更好。结论:在接受PD-1抑制剂治疗的复发/转移性NPC患者中,非复发患者、初始血浆EBV DNA阳性、≥ 4治疗周期且外周血SII < 772.81者PFS相对更长,可早期识别免疫治疗效果不佳患者并精准干预。
2.Swine TRIM25 inhibits vesicular stomatitis virus replication by activation of type I IFN signaling pathway and binding vRNA
Ying CAO ; Jinxia ZHANG ; Dongwan YOO ; Haowen ZHANG ; Dandan JIANG ; Yue HU ; Xiaoyan CONG ; Juntong LI ; Xiangju WU ; Yijun DU ; Jing QI ; Juan HUANG
Journal of Veterinary Science 2026;27(3):e25-
Objective:
To define the mechanism by which swine TRIM25 restricts vesicular stomatitis virus replication.
Methods:
Porcine 3D4/21 cells with TRIM25 overexpression or knockdown were infected with vesicular stomatitis virus. Viral replication was quantified by immunoblotting, quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction, and 50% tissue culture infectious dose assays. Type I interferon signaling was assessed by transcript quantification, interferon-beta and interferon-stimulated response element reporter assays, and co-immunoprecipitation.Viral RNA binding was tested by RNA immunoprecipitation.
Results:
TRIM25 overexpression reduced viral RNA and infectious titers, whereas TRIM25 knockdown increased replication (p < 0.01). TRIM25 increased interferon-beta and interferon-stimulated gene expression and enhanced interferon-beta and interferonstimulated response element promoter activity (p < 0.01). Mechanistically, TRIM25 promoted Lys63-linked ubiquitination of RIG-I and increased phosphorylation of TANK-binding kinase 1 and interferon regulatory factor 3. TRIM25 also bound vesicular stomatitis virus genomic RNA, and binding required the C-terminal region.
Conclusions
and Relevance: Porcine TRIM25 restricts vesicular stomatitis virus replication by amplifying type I interferon signaling and directly binding viral RNA.
3.Comparison of the Ideological Structures Between Doctrine of Five Evolutive Phases and Six Climate Factors and The Book of Changes (《周易》) from the Perspectives of "Time,Position,and Virtue"
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(5):471-476
This paper compares the philosophical structures of doctrine of five evolutive phases and six climate factors and The Book of Changes (《周易》) from three dimensions of "time, position, and virtue", aiming to reveal the penetration of The Book of Changes thought in the formation of the doctrine of five evolutive phases and six climate factors and its own theoretical transformation. Both the "doctrine" and the "book" centered on "time", recognizing temporal order through observation of celestial phenomena and calendar formulation. The Book of Changes emphasizes "seizing the timely moment" to master the principles of change in all things, while doctrine of five evolutive phases and six climate factors focuses on "understanding time" to clarify how qi relates to temporal phases. Regarding position, both treat it as time-derived and philosophically significant within a six-tier structure. The The Book of Changes uses yao (爻) positions for judging auspiciousness, inauspiciousness, regret and distress, with such judgement permeating the overall structure of the hexagram; the doctrine of five evolutive phases and six climate factors uses qi positions, where "dangwei (当位)" denotes normative qi transformation governing the overall pattern. Both hold that "virtue" arises from time‑position harmony, representing conformity to time and suitability to position. In The Book of Changes, "virtue" serves to encapsulate the attributes of things and the principles of heaven and earth, whereas the doctrine of five evolutive phases and six climate factors furhter extends "virtue" to denote the normative state of qi transformation. Thus, the intellectural structure of time, position and virtue in the doctrine of five evolutive phases and six climate factors was influenced by Yijing scholarship, within which it completed its theoretical evolution distinctly.
4.Dosimetric and execution efficiency comparison of flattening filter-free VMAT plans for post-mastectomy radiotherapy in breast cancer based on halcyon and VitalBeam
Lulu LI ; Chengjun SHAO ; Zhongkai JIANG ; Daohong WANG ; Juan YAN ; Rui XU
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2026;35(3):362-369
Objective To compare the dosimetric differences, plan complexity, verification pass rate, and execution efficiency of volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) plans designed for post-mastectomy radiotherapy of breast cancer using Halcyon 2.0 and VitalBeam accelerators in flattening filter-free mode. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on imaging data from 87 female breast cancer patients aged 29 to 75 (49.9 ± 9.9) years who underwent modified radical mastectomy followed by radiotherapy. VMAT plans were designed using both VitalBeam and Halcyon accelerators in flattening filter-free mode. The dosimetric parameters, plan complexity, verification pass rate, and execution efficiency were compared between the plans designed for both accelerators, with a significance level of P<0.05. Results In terms of target volume parameters, Halcyon 2.0 plans demonstrated superior homogeneity index and conformity index. For organs at risk, the Halcyon 2.0 plans showed lower doses for the lungs (D20% and Dmean) and heart (Dmean) compared to the VitalBeam plans (all P<0.05). Regarding plan complexity, Halcyon 2.0 plans exhibited better median average aperture area variation (0.35 ± 0.02), smaller aperture score, and larger median plan aperture area than VitalBeam plans (all P<0.05). However, VitalBeam plans had a superior median modulation complexity score (0.28 ± 0.01) compared to Halcyon 2.0 plans (P<0.05). Patient plans were assessed using the ArcCHECK phantom, revealing higher pass rates and significantly shorter execution time for Halcyon plans compared to VitalBeam plans (P<0.05). Conclusion Both Halcyon 2.0 and VitalBeam accelerators can provide high-quality VMAT plans for postoperative radiotherapy of breast cancer, with excellent verification pass rates ensuring treatment accuracy and efficacy. However, Halcyon 2.0 offers lower plan complexity, simplifies the treatment planning process, and reduces execution time, thereby achieving higher treatment efficiency and demonstrating greater advantages in clinical applications.
5.Analysis of the Spatiotemporal Connotations of "Opening,Closing,and Pivot" in the Three Yin and Three Yang Theory of the Inner Canon of Yellow Emperor (《黄帝内经》)
Ranran WANG ; Shucheng JIANG ; Yalin JIAO ; Juan HE
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(17):1816-1820
Based on the different medical systems and textual contexts within Inner Canon of Yellow Emperor (《黄帝内经》), this paper argues that "opening, closing, and pivot" in the three yin and three yang theory encompasses both spatial and temporal dimensions. From the spatial perspective, the concepts of opening, closing and pivot are used to describe the dynamic movement of qi within the meridian system. In The Spiritual Pivot·Root and Knot (《灵枢·根结》), the theory primarily explains the superficial-deep and exterior-interior hierarchy of the meridians, emphasizing the movement of channel qi and the transmission of disease. By contrast, Basic Questions·Treatise on the Separation and Union of Yin and Yang (《素问·阴阳离合论篇》) primarily explains the relationships of separation and union between yin and yang among different regions and orientations on the same body-surface level. From the temporal perspective, the theory also explains the waxing and waning of yin and yang according to seasonal changes throughout the year, and has been applied to clinical practice within the theory of the five circuits and six qi. Therefore, opening, closing, and pivot in the three yin and three yang theory encompasses multiple connotations, including meridian structure, spatial distribution, seasonal qi transformation, and the annual circulation of climatic qi. Clarifying these different levels and their respective scopes of application is essential for accurately understanding the rich connotations of the opening, closing and pivot theory.
6.Exploring Therapeutic Mechanism of Bushao Tiaozhi Capsules for Hyperlipidemia Based on Untargeted Metabolomics and Targeted Bile Acid Metabolomics
Wanchun CHEN ; Guanlin XIAO ; Quan LIU ; Wensen LU ; Yunhui OUYANG ; Juan JIANG ; Shenqi CAI ; Xiaoli BI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(23):127-135
ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanism by which Bushao Tiaozhi capsules (BSTZ) ameliorate hyperlipidemia based on untargeted metabolomics and targeted bile acid quantification. MethodsA rat model of hyperlipidemia was established with a high-fat diet. The rats were randomized into five groups: normal control, model, atorvastatin calcium (1.8 mg·kg-1), and low-dose (2.88 g·kg-1) and high-dose (5.76 g·kg-1) BSTZ groups. All treatments were administered for four consecutive weeks. Serum levels of total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) were measured by biochemical assays. Hepatic histopathological changes were evaluated via hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining, and lipid droplet deposition was assessed by oil red O staining. Integrated untargeted metabolomics and targeted bile acid quantification were employed to investigate BSTZ-induced alterations in hepatic metabolic profile and bile acid profile. Additionally, correlation analyses were conducted between differential bile acids and lipid parameters to identify key bile acids. ResultsCompared with the normal control group, the model group exhibited elevated serum TC, TG, and LDL-C levels (P<0.01) and a reduced HDL-C level (P<0.01), along with marked hepatic steatosis and extensive lipid droplet deposition. Compared with the model group, all BSTZ treatment groups showed decreased TC, TG, and LDL-C levels (P<0.01) and increased HDL-C levels (P<0.01), accompanied by notably alleviated hepatic steatosis and lipid deposition. Untargeted metabolomics and targeted bile acid quantification revealed that BSTZ significantly remodeled the hepatic bile acid profile, characterized by elevated levels of secondary bile acids (DCA, HDCA, TDCA, and TLCA) and reduced levels of primary bile acids (CDCA and TCDCA). Correlation analyses further demonstrated strong associations between differential bile acids and lipid parameters: elevated secondary bile acids were negatively correlated with serum TC, TG, and LDL-C levels, whereas primary bile acids were positively correlated with these parameters. ConclusionBSTZ can ameliorate dyslipidemia and hepatic lipid accumulation in hyperlipidemic rats by regulating hepatic bile acid homeostasis, which provides metabolic clues for subsequent mechanism validation.
7.Comparison of Histopathological and Molecular Pathological Phenotypes in Mouse Models of Intrauterine Adhesions Induced by Two Concentrations of Ethanol Perfusion
Juan JIANG ; Ning SONG ; Wenbo LIAN ; Congcong SHAO ; Wenwen GU ; Yan SHI
Laboratory Animal and Comparative Medicine 2025;45(4):393-402
Objective To construct intrauterine adhesion (IUA) mouse models induced by two different concentrations of ethanol injury, compare the phenotypes, and optimize a more stable IUA modeling method. Methods Twenty 8-week-old female C57BL/6N mice were randomly divided into two groups: the 95% ethanol injury group and the 50% ethanol injury group. Using a self-control method, the left uterine horn was infused with ethanol to establish the IUA model, while the right uterine horn was infused with saline as the sham operation. Five mice from each group were euthanized on day 7 and 15 after modeling, and uterine tissues were collected. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was used to observe the endometrial pathology, and Masson staining was used to assess the degree of endometrial fibrosis. Quantitative real-time PCR was employed to detect the expression levels of fibrosis markers and pro-inflammatory factors in the uterine tissues. Results Compared to the sham operation, these two ethanol injury led to a significant reduction in elasticity of the uterus, an increase in inflammatory infiltration, and a marked increase in the degree of fibrosis on day 7 after modeling (P<0.05). The 95% ethanol injury group showed a significant decrease in endometrial thickness (P<0.05), whereas no significant change was observed in the 50% ethanol injury group when compared to the sham operation (P>0.05). The expression levels of fibrotic marker molecules collagen type Ⅳ alpha 1 chain (Col4A1), α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA), transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β), and pro-inflammatory factors tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-1β (IL-1β) were significantly elevated in the 50% ethanol injury group when compared to the sham operation (P<0.05), although there was an increasing trend of the same markers in the 95% ethanol injury group, the differences were not statistically significant (P>0.05). On day 15 after modeling, the histopathological changes in both ethanol injury groups were not significant when compared to the sham operation, the expression levels of Col4A1, TGF-β, TNF-α and IL-1β remained significantly higher in the 50% ethanol injury group (P<0.05), while only IL-1β was significantly elevated in the 95% ethanol injury group (P<0.05). Conclusion Uterine infusion with 95% ethanol results in more marked histopathological changes in the IUA mouse model compared to the 50% ethanol injury group. The 95% ethanol injury model is suitable for histopathological studies. However, the 50% ethanol injury group shows higher expression levels of fibrosis markers and pro-inflammatory factors compared to the 95% ethanol injury group, suggesting that the 50% ethanol injury model is more suitable for molecular pathological study.
8.Interaction between macrophages and ferroptosis: Metabolism, function, and diseases.
Qiaoling JIANG ; Rongjun WAN ; Juan JIANG ; Tiao LI ; Yantong LI ; Steven YU ; Bingrong ZHAO ; Yuanyuan LI
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(5):509-522
Ferroptosis, an iron-dependent programmed cell death process driven by reactive oxygen species-mediated lipid peroxidation, is regulated by several metabolic processes, including iron metabolism, lipid metabolism, and redox system. Macrophages are a group of innate immune cells that are widely distributed throughout the body, and play pivotal roles in maintaining metabolic balance by its phagocytic and efferocytotic effects. There is a profound association between the biological functions of macrophage and ferroptosis. Therefore, this review aims to elucidate three key aspects of the unique relationship between macrophages and ferroptosis, including macrophage metabolism and their regulation of cellular ferroptosis; ferroptotic stress that modulates functions of macrophage and promotion of inflammation; and the effects of macrophage ferroptosis and its role in diseases. Finally, we also summarize the possible mechanisms of macrophages in regulating the ferroptosis process at the global and local levels, as well as the role of ferroptosis in the macrophage-mediated inflammatory process, to provide new therapeutic insights for a variety of diseases.
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Macrophages/metabolism*
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Humans
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Animals
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Iron/metabolism*
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Reactive Oxygen Species/metabolism*
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Lipid Peroxidation/physiology*
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Inflammation/metabolism*
9.Molecular mechanism of transcription factor PU.1 regulating erythroid differentiation and its role in hematological diseases.
Zi-Jiang YANG ; Dan HU ; Xiu-Juan ZHANG
Acta Physiologica Sinica 2025;77(5):855-866
Transcription factor PU.1, as a core member of the ETS family, plays a pivotal role in the multi-lineage differentiation of hematopoietic stem cells, particularly in the regulation of erythroid differentiation. PU.1 orchestrates the process of hematopoietic stem cell differentiation towards erythroid cells by modulating the transcription of lineage-determining factors and interacting with other key transcription factors in a fine-tuned manner. PU.1 plays an irreplaceable role in the development and function of red blood cells, with its abnormal expression closely related to the occurrence and progression of various blood diseases, including leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, and various types of anemia. This article comprehensively analyzes the functional roles and molecular mechanisms of PU.1 in various stages of erythroid differentiation, as well as its potential roles in related blood diseases. This review not only deepens our understanding of the mechanism by which PU.1 regulates erythroid differentiation, but also provides theoretical grounds for blood disease therapies based on PU.1.
Humans
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Proto-Oncogene Proteins/genetics*
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Trans-Activators/genetics*
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Cell Differentiation/physiology*
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Erythropoiesis/physiology*
10.Development status and problems of traditional Chinese medicine seed industry and suggestions for it.
Bao-Juan XUE ; Ying SUN ; Yang ZHAO ; Jun-Shu GE ; Yi WANG ; Zhe-Yuan LIU ; Jiang-Bin LI
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2025;50(4):1132-1136
The inheritance, innovation, and development of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) need to be based on Chinese medicinal materials. The TCM seed industry is the source of TCM production, which is related to the stable supply and quality safety of TCM. This paper summarizes the basic situation of the TCM seed industry and introduces relevant policies and regulations to TCM seeds in the seed industry and the TCM field. At present, the Management Measures of TCM Seeds and Seedlings has not yet promulgated, and TCM seeds are classified as non-major crops in the category of crops for management. This paper also describes the current situation of TCM seed and seedling system construction, which is in the development stage, from six aspects, including the construction of TCM seed industry technical support system; the establishment of TCM seed standard; the construction of germplasm resource preservation system; TCM seed testing, variety registration, and variety protection; production and management of TCM seeds; TCM seed supervision. According to the development status of the TCM seed industry, four problems are put forward, including imperfect systems and standards relevant to TCM seeds, insufficient supervision and law enforcement regarding TCM seeds, insufficient policy measures and capital investment to promote the development of the industry, and the industry's falling into a low-level cycle.Accordingly, four suggestions are provided, including improving laws, regulations, and policies, perfecting standards and norms,strengthening supervision and law enforcement, and promoting support system construction, in order to boost the high-quality development of the TCM seed industry.
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Medicine, Chinese Traditional
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Plants, Medicinal/chemistry*

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