1.Mechanism of isochlorogenic acid A against hepatocellular carcinoma based on PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway combined with multi-omics
Weiwei SU ; Weibing JIA ; Houjian REN ; Xianhui SU ; Huijie GAO ; Zhongchao HUO ; Xin HOU ; Zhen WANG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(10):1258-1263
OBJECTIVE To investigate the mechanism of isochlorogenic acid A against hepatocellular carcinoma based on the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/protein kinase B/mammalian target of rapamycin (PI3K/Akt/mTOR) signaling pathway and multi-omics technology. METHODS The invasion rate and migration rate of human hepatocellular carcinoma HepG2 cells after 48 h of intervention with 0 (control group), 0.25 and 0.5 mg/mL isochlorogenic acid A were examined; mRNA expression of DEP domain-containing mTOR-interacting protein (DEPTOR), the protein expressions of mTOR, PI3K and phosphatase and tensin homologue deleted on chromosome ten (PTEN), as well as the phosphorylation level of Akt protein were determined in the cells. Metabolomics analysis was performed using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry, and differential metabolites were screened and subjected to Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analysis; transcriptomics monitoring was conducted by RNA sequencing, and differentially expressed genes were screened and subjected to gene ontology (GO) and KEGG pathway enrichment analyses. RESULTS Compared with the control group, intervention with 0.25 and 0.5 mg/mL isochlorogenic acid A for 48 h significantly inhibited the invasion rate and migration rate of HepG2 cells, significantly up-regulated the mRNA expression of DEPTOR and the protein expression of PTEN, and significantly down-regulated the protein expression of PI3K and the phosphorylation level of Akt protein (except for 0.25 mg/mL isochlorogenic acid A) ( P <0.05). A total of 304 differential metabolites and 212 differentially expressed genes were screened by multi-omics analysis. KEGG pathway enrichment analysis suggested that isochlorogenic acid A regulated key signaling of HepG2 cell growth mainly by inhibiting the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway, synergizing with metabolic reprogramming such as mTOR signaling pathway, ferroptosis, pentose phosphate pathway and purine/pyrimidine metabo lism. CONCLUSIONS The anti-hepatocellular carcinoma effect of isochlorogenic acid A is associated with the blockade of abnormal activation of the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway. In addition, it may also be related to the inhibition of the pentose phosphate pathway and purine/pyrimidine metabolism, as well as the induction of ferroptosis,etc.
2.The impact of the"Tianjin Experience"of the chest pain center on patients with acute myocardial infarction
Cun XIE ; Ke SONG ; Wen-long ZHENG ; Jing-wei ZHANG ; Jia ZHAO ; Chun-jie LI ; Yong HUO
Chinese Journal of Interventional Cardiology 2025;33(9):509-515
Objective To comprehensively evaluate the multidimensional impact of the"Tianjin Experience"of Chest Pain Center(CPC)development on in-hospital mortality,optimization of treatment workflows,and regional coordination of care for patients with acute myocardial infarction(AMI),with the aim of providing scientific evidence to further improve the model and enhance AMI treatment outcomes.Methods This study analyzed data from the"Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Acute Events Surveillance System"maintained by the Tianjin Center for Disease Control and Prevention from 2013 to 2024.A segmented regression model was applied to assess the long-term trends in in-hospital mortality from acute myocardial infarction(AMI),with a particular focus on evaluating the impact of the chest pain center program on treatment outcomes.Additionally,supplementary analyses were conducted using surveillance data from the Tianjin Chest Pain Center Quality Control Team between 2017 and 2024.To verify the effectiveness of treatment process optimization,temporal trends in key time-based process indicators were assessed,including Door-in-Door-out(DIDO)time at non-PCI hospitals,Door-to-Wire(D-to-W)time,and First Medical Contact to Wire(FMC-to-W)to wire time.Results According to the data from the Tianjin Center for Disease Control and Prevention,the average 28-day AMI mortality rate in the overall patient population was 9.85%.Between 01/2013 and 12/2014,the mortality rate showed a significant upward trend(P<0.01),followed by a downward trend from 01/2015 to 12/2024,although the latter did not reach statistical significance(P>0.05).From 2013 to 2024,a total of 27 633 AMI cases with complete clinical records were collected from Tianjin Chest Hospital,with an average 28-day mortality rate of 4.55%.The mortality rate exhibited a decreasing trend from 01/2013 to 12/2016,with an annual percent change(APC)of-7.56(P<0.05).From 01/2017 to 12/2024,the trend stabilized,with an APC of 0.39(P>0.05).Conclusions The development of the CPC system in Tianjin significantly reduced key treatment times and improved the overall efficiency of AMI management.While population-level AMI mortality rates began to decline after 2015,the rate of improvement has slowed,indicating a continued need for optimizing the regional coordinated care system to further enhance patient outcomes.
3.Forensic identification and judicial determination of medical malpractice-induced shortened survival:An analysis of 88 judgments
Lina RU ; Honglei HUO ; Yanfeng JIA ; Shengnan TIAN
Chinese Journal of Forensic Medicine 2025;40(4):400-404,410
Objective To systematically analyze the current status of judicial adjudication in medical-injury cases involving shortened survival,identify core issues in forensic identification and adjudication,and propose targeted improvements.Methods We searched China Judgments Online for 88 effective judgments and conducted quantitative and qualitative analyses across four dimensions:patient baseline characteristics,forensic identification procedures,trial process,and adjudicative outcomes.Results The judicial support rate for shortened survival claims was 25%.Marked practice divergences were observed:only 28.4%of cases explicitly cited authoritative survival statistics as the scientific basis for opinions;four compensation-calculation approaches were identified with inconsistent standards;the second-instance reversal rate reached 20%.Conclusion It is necessary to develop a unified technical specification for forensic identification of shortened survival,establish scientifically grounded compensation-calculation models,and strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration mechanisms to enhance the credibility of adjudication.
4.Clinical trial of budesonide and formoterol fumarate powder for inhalation in the treatment of elderly patients with cough variant asthma
Ying SUN ; Xin SONG ; Jia WANG ; Yan-fang HOU ; Qun FU ; Qi ZHANG ; Jie LAI ; Tao GENG ; Chang-xin LI ; Jia-hui HUO ; Ying ZHANG ; Yan WENG
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2025;41(1):1-5
Objective To compare the effects of different doses of budesonide and formoterol fumarate powder for inhalation combined with montelukast sodium tablet in the treatment of cough variant asthma(CVA)and the improvement of airway function and inflammatory factors.Methods Elderly patients with cough variant asthma were randomly divided into group A and group B.Both groups of patients received budesonide and formoterol fumarate powder for inhalation combined with montelukast sodium tablet.Group A was given budesonide and formoterol fumarate powder for inhalation(Ⅱ),2 inhalation per time,twice a day;Group B was given budesonide and formoterol fumarate powder for inhalation,4 inhalation per time,twice a day;budesonide fumatrol inhalation powder mist for continuous treatment for 6 months,and montelukast sodium tablet 10 mg once a day for at least 3 months.The nighttime cough scores of the two groups were compared before treatment and after treatment.The percentage of forced expiratory volume in one second(FEV1)in the predicted value,the maximum mid expiratory flow(MMEF),the fractional exhaled nitric oxide(FeNO),interleukin-5(IL-5)and eosinophils were compared between the two groups.The incidence of adverse drug reactions and the recurrence rate within 1 year were compared between the two groups.Results A total of 45 cases were enrolled in both the group A and the group B.At 9 months after treatment,the nocturnal cough scores of the group A and the group B were(0.93±0.42)and(0.65±0.29)points,respectively;the percentage of FEV1 in the predicted value were(97.75±9.67)%and(100.93±11.06)%,respectively;the MMEF values were(2.81±1.04)and(3.08±1.09)L·s-1,respectively;the FeNO values were(18.94±9.75)and(15.94±7.96)ppb,respectively;the IL-5 levels were(10.88±7.06)and(8.11±5.56)pg·mL-1,respectively.The above indicators in group B showed statistically significant differences compared to group A(all P<0.05).The total incidence of adverse drug reactions in group A and group B were 8.89%(5 cases/45 cases)and 13.33%(6 cases/45 cases),respectively.The recurrence rates was 15.56%(7 cases/45 cases)and 13.33%(6 cases/45 cases),respectively.There was no statistically significant difference in the above indicators between group B and group A(all P>0.05).Conclusion For elderly patients with CVA,higher dose of budesonide and formoterol fumarate powder for inhalation combined with montelukast sodium tablet can better improve cough symptoms,reduce the level of airway hyperresponsiveness and inflammatory factors,reduce the recurrence rate,and the patients are well tolerated.
5.The status and influencing factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus patients' fear of complications
Yuqin LIU ; Guixia HUO ; Shaobo LI ; Yumin LI ; Yunpeng LU ; Zichen ZHANG ; Qiuhui DU ; Mengdi NI ; Farong LIU ; Honghong JIA
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(17):2118-2124
Objective To investigate the status and influencing factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)patients' fear of complications,and to provide a reference for formulating targeted intervention measures.Methods From April to November 2024,370 patients with T2DM in 2 tertiary general hospitals in Daqing City were selected by convenience sampling method.General data questionnaire,Fear of Complications Questionnaire,Self-Perceived Burden Scale,Psychological Capital Questionnaire,Mishel Uncertainty in Illness Scale and Family Apgar Index Questionnaire were used for investigation.Univariate analysis and binary Logistic regression were performed to analyze the influencing factors.Results A total of 364 valid questionnaires were collected,with an effective recovery rate of 98.38%.The score of Fear of Complications Questionnaire was(23.47±7.47),and the incidence of fear of complications was 22.25%.Logistic regression analysis showed that medical payment methods,the number of complications,positive psychological capital and family care were the influencing factors of FoC in T2DM patients.Conclusion The fear of complications in T2DM patients is at a moderate level.Nursing staff should pay attention to the early assessment of patients' fear of complications,promptly identify and take effective measures to reduce the level of patients' fear of complications,improve their quality of life.
6.Clinical characteristics and prognosis analysis of patients with basilar artery occlusion presenting with paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity as an initial manifestation
Juntao YIN ; Yanan JIA ; Li FENG ; Yu WANG ; Wan WANG ; Peng ZHAO ; Yichao HUO ; Yuqing WEI
Chinese Journal of Neurology 2025;58(9):956-962
Objective:To analyze the incidence, clinical characteristics, and prognosis of basilar artery occlusion (BAO) patients presenting with paroxysmal sympathetic hyperactivity (PSH) as an initial symptom.Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on BAO patients with PSH manifestations who received endovascular treatment at Xingtai Central Hospital between January 2018 and August 2024. Demographic characteristics, clinical data, imaging findings, and follow-up information were collected.Results:A total of 136 BAO patients were included, of whom 22 cases (16.2%) were diagnosed with PSH. The age of the patients was (56.81±9.92) years, with males accounting for 86.4%(19/22). On admission, the Glasgow Coma Scale score was 4(3, 5), and the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale score was 30(25, 35). The successful reperfusion (modified Thrombolysis In Cerebral Infarction 2b-3) rate was 90.9%(20/22). In-hospital mortality was 50.0%(11/22), symptomatic hemorrhagic transformation occurred in 4.5% (1/22), and any type of intracranial hemorrhage occurred in 9.1%(2/22). Clinical features of PSH included tachycardia, tachypnea, hypertension, fever, diaphoresis, and increased muscle tone. Imaging analysis showed a high proportion of cerebellar (100.0%, 22/22) and midbrain (72.7%, 16/22) involvement. The 90-day follow-up showed that 72.7%(16/22) of the patients had poor functional outcomes (modified Rankin Scale score of 4-6), and the 90-day mortality rate was 59.1%(13/22).Conclusions:Among patients with BAO undergoing endovascular therapy, the incidence of PSH as the initial manifestation was 16.2%(22/136). These patients were predominantly middle-aged men and commonly presented with tachycardia, tachypnea, hypertension, fever, diaphoresis, and increased muscle tone. Imaging findings mainly involved the cerebellum and midbrain. Despite a relatively high rate of recanalization, patients with PSH exhibited a higher risk of mortality and poor functional outcomes.
7.Clinical efficacy analysis of thyroid surgery via the sternocleidomastoid muscle approach through a lateral cervical incision
Min-gang XI ; Jia JING ; Yun-feng HUO ; Jin ZHANG
Journal of Regional Anatomy and Operative Surgery 2025;34(6):530-534
Objective To systematically evaluate the clinical efficacy of thyroid surgery via the sternocleidomastoid muscle approach with lateral cervical incision.Methods A total of 286 patients undergoing thyroid surgery in Yuncheng Central Hospital Affiliated to Shanxi Medical University and the First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University from June 2022 to June 2023 were enrolled,and were divided into the lateral incision group(102 cases)and the median incision group(184 cases)according to the surgical approach.The clinical data including intraoperative bleeding volume,postoperative recovery time,intraoperative neuromonitoring signal changes,postoperative pain visual analogue scale(VAS)score,quality of life score,and postoperative complications of patients were compared between the two groups.Results The intraoperative bleeding volume of patients in the lateral incision group was significantly lower than that in the median incision group(P=0.03),and the postoperative recovery time was significantly shorter than that in the median incision group(P=0.01).Intraoperative monitoring of the recurrent laryngeal nerve showed that the residual amplitude of nerve signals in the lateral incision group was significantly greater than that in the median incision group(P<0.05),and the change in nerve signals latency was significantly smaller than that in the median incision group(P<0.05).The VAS scores of patients in the lateral incision group 3 days and 7 days after surgery were significantly lower than those in the median incision group(P<0.05).The quality of life scores of patients in the lateral incision group 3 months and 1 year after surgery were significantly higher than those in the median incision group(P<0.05).There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of postoperative complications of patients between the two groups(P=0.15).Conclusion Thyroid surgery via the sternocleidomastoid muscle approach with lateral cervical incision has definite therapeutic effects,which can reduce intraoperative bleeding,shorten the postoperative recovery time,alleviate postoperative pain,and improve the quality of life of patients.
8.Investigations into the Mechanism of Phycocyanin in Modulating the Wip1/p53 Pathway to Induce Apoptosis in Human Hepatocellular Carcinoma HepG2 Cells
Yun-Xi JIA ; Da HUO ; Chao YAO ; Min LI ; Fu-Ling LIU ; Hong YUAN ; Hui-Ting XUE ; Rui-Ping HU
Chinese Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2025;41(5):741-752
Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is difficult to detect in its early stages and current treatment methods are associated with significant side effects and a high risk of developing drug resistance.This study aims to investigate the effect of phycocyanin(PC)on the apoptosis of human HCC HepG2 cells and its potential mechanism.HepG2 cells were treated with PC at concentrations of 0.1,0.25,0.5,1,2.5,5,and 10 μg/mL for 12 h,and with 10 μg/mL PC and 2.5 μmol/L Wip1 inhibitor(Wip1i)alone or in combination for 12 and 24 h,respectively.Cell proliferation levels were assessed using the CCK-8 cell proliferation-toxicity assay kit.Apoptosis levels were measured by Annexin V-FITC/Propidium Iodide double staining combined with flow cytometry.TMT(Tandem Mass Tag)proteomics quantitative technol-ogy was applied to analyze differential protein expression.Western blotting was used to detect the expres-sion levels of Wip1,p53,and phosphorylated-p53(Ser15)proteins.The CCK-8 assay revealed that PC effectively inhibited HepG2 cell proliferation in a concentration-dependent manner,with a half-maximal inhibitory concentration(IC50)of 19.37 μg/mL.Flow cytometry results showed that PC significantly in-duced apoptosis,with an apoptosis rate of 30.40%.Quantitative proteomics analysis indicated that PC induced activation of the p53 pathway.The CCK-8 assay showed that Wip1i enhanced the cytotoxic effect of PC on HepG2 cells.Western blotting confirmed that PC inhibited Wip1 expression,induced p53 pro-tein phosphorylation,and promoted the expression of total p53 protein.Additionally,Wip1i further en-hanced PC-mediated activation of the p53 pathway,increasing the expression of p53 and pP53(S15).In conclusion,PC may induce apoptosis by inhibiting the activity of the p53 negative regulator Wip1,thereby promoting apoptosis through the Wip1/p53 pathway.
9.Abnormal top-down and bottom-up attention patterns in patients suffering from coronary heart disease with heart qi deficiency syndrome
Bixiu HUO ; Hongxiao JIA ; Yanzhe NING ; Sisi ZHENG
Journal of Capital Medical University 2025;46(3):455-462
Objective To explore the abnormality of top-down and bottom-up attention patterns in patients suffering from coronary heart disease(CHD)patients with heart-qi deficiency syndrome based on the theory of"five spirits".Methods From July 2024 to December 2024,30 CHD patients with heart-qi deficiency syndrome were recruited,and 30 subjects without CHD as the control group according to the principle of matching age,sex and years of education.Two groups of subjects were tested with top-down and bottom-up spatial cueing paradigm.Results Compared with the control group,CHD patients with heart-qi deficiency syndrome had longer valid reaction time(vRT)and lower average reaction time difference value(△RT)in top-down test(P<0.05),and longer vSRT in bottom-up test.Correlation analysis showed that heart-qi deficiency syndrome score was positively correlated with top-down test indexes invalid reaction time(ivRT)(P<0.05),negatively correlated with △RT(P<0.01)and valid accurany(vAC)(P<0.05).It was positively correlated with valid long reaction time(vLRT)(P<0.01)and invalid long reaction time(ivLRT)(P<0.01).Generalized linear model analysis showed that non-CHD subjects had shorter vRT(P<0.01)and larger △ RT(P<0.05)than CHD patients for top-down test.For bottom-up tests,non-CHD subjects had shorter vSRT than CHD patients(P<0.05).Conclusion The change of top-down and bottom-up attention patterns in CHD patients with heart-qi deficiency syndrome provides a modern neuropsychological basis for the theory of"heart stores spirits".
10.Research progress of cognitive function decline in patients with coronary heart disease
Bixiu HUO ; Hongxiao JIA ; Yanzhe NING
Journal of Capital Medical University 2025;46(3):496-502
Coronary heart disease(CHD)imposes a high disease burden in China and it is still increasing significantly.There is a two-way connection between the heart and the brain,and the premature and rapid decline of cognitive function in patients with CHD has attracted increasing interesting from researchers,but clinical professionals often pay more attention to heart-related symptoms and ignore the impact of cognitive function decline on the quality of life of patients with CHD.This article reviews the current research progresses of cognitive decline in CHD patients from the aspects of manifestation,influencing factors,pathological mechanism and intervention measures.It offers a reference for medical professionals to understand this problem more deeply.

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