1.Effects of targeting chemokine ligand 1 on the malignant biological behaviors of oral squamous cell carcinoma cells
Jingying LI ; Yiwen XU ; Menglin LIU ; Minhai NIE ; Xuqian LIU
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2025;32(2):169-175
Objective:To explore the expression of chemokine ligand 1(CCL1)in oral squamous cell carcinoma(OSCC)and its effect on the proliferation,migration and invasion of human oral tongue squamous cell carcinoma cells(HSC-4).Methods:28 OSCC tissue samples and clinical characteristic data of patients were collected at the Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University between January 2018 and June 2020,as well as 10 normal gingival tissue samples removed during the extraction of impacted teeth.OSCC cells HSC-4 were cultured routinely and divided into the control group(without virus),the NC group(transfected with control lentiviral vector),the shCCL1 group(transfected with knockdown CCL1 lentiviral vector),and the CCL1 group(culture medium containing 60 ng/mL CCL1 recombinant protein).Immunohistochemistry and WB were used to detect the expression of CCL1 in OSCC tissues and cells,and analyze the correlation between its expression level and the clinical features of patients.qPCR,CCK-8 assay,plate cloning assay,cell scratch test,Transwell assay and flow cytometry were used to detect the expression of CCL1 mRNA,the proliferation,migration and invasion abilities and the apoptosis of HSC-4 cells respectively.Results:CCL1 protein was highly expressed in OSCC tissues and HSC-4 cells(all P<0.01)and its expression was related to the clinical stage of tumors(P<0.05).The expression of CCL1 in HSC-4 cells was successfully knocked down(P<0.000 5).Knocking down the expression of CCL1 could inhibit the proliferation(P<0.05 or P<0.01),migration and invasion(all P<0.05)of HSC-4 cells,and promote its apoptosis(all P<0.05).CCL1 recombinant protein treatment resulted in the opposite effects(P<0.05,P<0.01,P<0.000 1).Conclusion:CCL1 is highly expressed in OSCC and its expression is correlated with the clinical stage of OSCC.CCL1 may take part in regulating the proliferation,migration,invasion and apoptosis of HSC-4 cells.
2.Characteristics of KRAS and HER-family gene mutations in ampullary cancer
Lingli ZENG ; Shafei WU ; Weixun ZHOU ; Yuanyuan LIU ; Kaimi LI ; Shengwei MO ; Menglin LIU ; Xuan ZENG
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(7):762-768
Objective:To investigate the variations and co-alteration of KRAS and HER-family genes in the patients with ampullary carcinoma.Methods:A total of 37 formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded primary ampullary carcinoma specimens, which were collected at Peking Union Medical College Hospital from April 2019 to October 2024 were analyzed for KRAS and HER-family gene mutations using next-generation sequencing (NGS). Immunohistochemistry (IHC) was performed for HER2 protein expression in HER2 mutation cases and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) for further gene status in HER2 IHC 2+cases.Results:In our cohort (22 males, 15 females; 31-82 years old), KRAS gene mutations were detected in 51.4% (19/37) of cases, with G12D being the most frequent abnormality (7/19), followed by G12V (5/19) and Q61R (3/19). Other variants of KRAS gene included G12C, A146T, N116H, and Q61H (each 1/19). In this cohort, 27.0% (10/37) of cases harbored HER-family gene alterations with most frequently in HER2 (6/10) and HER3 genes (missense mutations mainly). Notably, 3 cases (8.1%, 3/37) with coexistence of KRAS and HER-family genes mutations were recognized in our series, including KRAS p.G12D/HER2 p.V842I/HER2 p.V777L (c.2329 G>T)/HER3 p.Asp581Asn, KRAS p.Q61R/HER4 p.D1018H and KRAS p.G12C/HER2 p.R678Q. Additionally, a mutation of HER3 p.V104L (c.310 G>C) was identified in our population. Moreover, 4 novel mutations including HER3 p.V296E, HER3 p.V920L (c.2758 G>T), HER3 p.Asp581Asn, and HER4 p.D1018H were detected. In 6 tumors with HER2 gene changes (16.2%, 6/37), 5 variants with the high proportion of HER2 p.S310Y (3/6) were revealed. A tumor (HER2 IHC 2+) with HER2 p.S310Y presented HER2 gene amplification confirmed by NGS and FISH, and another one (also HER2 IHC 2+) with HER2 p.L755S possessed HER2 gene amplification determined by FISH assay.Conclusion:In ampullary carcinoma, co-alteration of KRAS and HER-family genes is observed, and HER2 gene mutations account for more than half of HER-family gene abnormities, which may be accompanied by gene amplification.
3.Characterization of PIK3CA/AKT1/PTEN gene mutations in hormone receptor- positive/HER2-negative breast cancer
Menglin LIU ; Shafei WU ; Yuanyuan LIU ; Kaimi LI ; Xin HUANG ; Xiaoding LIU ; Lingli ZENG ; Xuan ZENG
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(5):500-505
Objective:To investigate the mutation of PIK3CA, AKT1 and PTEN genes in hormone receptor (HR)-positive and HER2-negative invasive breast cancer.Methods:A total of 44 formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded samples from HR-positive/HER2-negative female patients with breast cancer obtained between January 2020 and July 2024 in Peking Union Medical College Hospital were selected. The mutations of PIK3CA, AKT1 and PTEN genes were analyzed by next-generation sequencing (NGS), and the related clinicopathological characteristics were summarized.Results:In the cohort, 31 out of 44 cases (70.5%) exhibited alterations in the PIK3CA, AKT1 and PTEN genes. Of these, 83.9% (26/31) tumors harbored genetic abnormalities involving one gene, including 21 (47.7%, 21/44) PIK3CA, 2 (4.5%, 2/44) PTEN and 3 (6.8%, 3/44) AKT1 gene mutations. Mutations of both PIK3CA and PTEN genes were found in 16.1% (5/31) of specimens. Among the 26 cases with PIK3CA gene mutations, 13 variants were identified, including E542K, E545K, Q546K, H1047R, H1047L, G1049R, M1043I, C420R, P447_L455del, N345K, N345I, K711N and H1047L/V346G. In addition, 7 mutants of PTEN gene were determined (T319 *, T321Qfs *23, Q245 *, Q171H, L108P, Y68Ifs *6 and V343fs). For AKT1 gene mutation, only E17K was observed.Mutations of PIK3CA/AKT1/PTEN genes are more likely to occur over 40 year-old patients.In this cohort, the PIK3CA V346G mutation (co-existent PIK3CA H1047L) and the PTEN V343fs mutation were not found in previous publications. Conclusion:In addition to the predominance of common loci, PIK3CA and PTEN gene mutations also have rare loci mutations in the breast cancer, warranting further analysis with an expanded sample size.
4.Clinicopathological features of early-stage lung adenocarcinomas with co-occurrence of MET exon 14 skipping mutation and gene amplification
Yuanyuan LIU ; Shafei WU ; Xiaoding LIU ; Kaimi LI ; Menglin LIU ; Linping LU ; Xuan ZENG
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(5):477-481
Objective:To investigate the abnormalities of mesenchymal-epithelial transition factor (MET) gene in early-stage lung adenocarcinomas and to provide genetic bases for related clinical studies.Methods:A total of 630 cases of formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded lung adenocarcinoma specimens with ALK and EGFR double-negativities were collected at Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China between July 2020 and April 2022. Forty-three stage Ⅰ-ⅢA tumors with MET exon 14 skipping mutation identified by reverse transcription droplet digital PCR (RT-ddPCR) were identified and then evaluated for MET amplification using fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). MET amplification was determined using the ratio of MET to chromosome 7 enumeration probe (CEP7) or the mean of MET gene copy number (GCN).Results:Among the 43 samples with MET exon 14 skipping mutation, MET amplification was detected in 9 cases (9/43, 20.93%), including 1 case of MET/CEP7 ≥2 and GCN ≥5 (1/9), 8 cases of GCN≥5 (8/9), as well as 10 cases with high level of CEP7 (7.00-9.72) which included 5 cases with MET amplification. There were no significant differences in clinicopathological features between the two subgroups of tumors which harbored MET exon 14 skipping mutation with MET amplification versus those without ( P>0.05). Conclusions:Co-occurrence of MET exon 14 skipping mutation and MET amplification or high level of CEP7 is frequently observed in early-stage lung adenocarcinomas. The most common pattern of MET gene amplification is GCN ≥5.
5.Analysis of pharmaceutical clinic service in our hospital over the past five years
Li FAN ; Shuyan QUAN ; Xuan WANG ; Menglin LUO ; Fei YE ; Lang ZOU ; Feifei YU ; Min HU ; Xuelian HU ; Chenjing LUO ; Peng GU
China Pharmacy 2025;36(6):748-751
OBJECTIVE To summarize the current situation of pharmaceutical clinic service in our hospital over the past five years, and explore sustainable development strategies for service models of pharmaceutical clinics. METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on the consultation records of patients who registered and established files at the pharmaceutical clinic in our hospital from January 2019 to December 2023. Statistical analysis was performed on patients’ general information, medication- related problems, and types of pharmaceutical services provided by pharmacists. RESULTS A total of 963 consultation records were included, among which females aged 20-39 years accounted for the highest proportion (66.04%); obstetrics and gynecology- related consultations accounted for the largest number of cases. Additionally, 80 patients attended follow-up visits at our hospital’s pharmaceutical clinic. A total of 1 029 medication-related issues were resolved, including 538 cases of drug consultations (52.28%), 453 medication recommendations (44.02%), 22 medication restructuring(2.14%), and 16 medication education (1.55%); the most common types of medication-related problems identified were adverse drug events(70.07%). CONCLUSIONS Although the pharmaceutical clinic has achieved recognition from clinicians and patients, challenges such as low awareness among healthcare providers and the public persist. Future efforts should focus on strengthening information technology construction, enhancing pharmacist training, and establishing various forms of outpatient pharmaceutical service models.
6.Evaluation of research trends and hotspots in biosecurity based on bibliometrics
Menglin LIU ; Xinlou LI ; Guoxing HUANG ; Zhenghao YU ; Heze YOU
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2025;35(12):1887-1891
OBJECTIVE To analyze the current research status and development trends in the field of biosecurity both domestically and internationally,and to provide references for biosecurity-related research and evaluation.METHODS Using CiteSpace software,bibliometrics was employed to collect thematic research on bios-ecurity published in the Science Citation Index database from 2004 to 2024.Research trends,keyword clustering and emergence research were investigated,with visual analysis conducted on the number of publications,contribu-ting countries and keywords.RESULTS A total of 13 108 articles were included in this study.Research on biosecu-rity both domestically and internationally was in a phase of rapid growth,with related fields exhibiting an"expo-nential"growth trend.China ranked first in terms of the number of publications(35.62%),followed by the Unit-ed States(19.33%)and Australia(10.38%).Analysis of keyword clustering revealed 20 clusters,including risk assessment,antibacterial drug resistance,green synthesis,gene therapy,one health,drug delivery,invasive spe-cies,bovines,emergency animal diseases and highly pathogenic avian influenza.Regarding antibacterial drug re-sistance,the focus was primarily on the transmission mechanisms of drug-resistant pathogens in poultry farming,while exploring novel antibacterial technologies such as biomaterials and probiotic alternatives to address the chal-lenge of drug-resistant bacteria.In terms of strategies,research was primarily conducted on the development,ap-plication and safety of agricultural biotechnology and genetically modified crops.Keywords burst analysis indicated that different research topics had certain temporal research popularity,with carbon nanotubes,Anopheles ste-phensi,coronaviruses and one health being recent emerging themes.CONCLUSION China achieves certain pro-gress in the field of biosecurity research,and conducts certain exploratory research on prevention,diagnosis,treatment and intervention of biosecurity.Biosecurity risk assessment,as a research hotspot,deserves close attention.
7.Progress in the treatment of upper eyelid retraction
Yongli LI ; Menglin LU ; Xiao SHEN
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2025;41(7):772-778
Upper eyelid retraction is clinically characterized by an abnormally elevated position of the upper eyelid margin, leading to abnormal exposure of the superior sclera. Its primary etiologies include thyroid-associated orbitopathy, neurogenic causes, iatrogenic causes, trauma, and congenital developmental anomalies. This condition significantly impacts patients’ ocular function, appearance, psychological well-being, and overall quality of life. Current treatment strategies for upper eyelid retraction are generally classified into non-surgical approaches (such as pharmacologic injections or fillers) and surgical interventions. This article reviewed the research progress in the management of upper eyelid retraction aiming to provide clinicians with a reference to assist in selecting appropriate treatment plans based on the degree of retraction in individual patients, ultimately achieving functional and aesthetic rehabilitation of the upper eyelid.
8.Progress in the treatment of upper eyelid retraction
Yongli LI ; Menglin LU ; Xiao SHEN
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2025;41(7):772-778
Upper eyelid retraction is clinically characterized by an abnormally elevated position of the upper eyelid margin, leading to abnormal exposure of the superior sclera. Its primary etiologies include thyroid-associated orbitopathy, neurogenic causes, iatrogenic causes, trauma, and congenital developmental anomalies. This condition significantly impacts patients’ ocular function, appearance, psychological well-being, and overall quality of life. Current treatment strategies for upper eyelid retraction are generally classified into non-surgical approaches (such as pharmacologic injections or fillers) and surgical interventions. This article reviewed the research progress in the management of upper eyelid retraction aiming to provide clinicians with a reference to assist in selecting appropriate treatment plans based on the degree of retraction in individual patients, ultimately achieving functional and aesthetic rehabilitation of the upper eyelid.
9.Research progress in target motion management and toxicity of MR-guided stereotactic body radiation therapy
Menglin ZHANG ; Min LIU ; Yimin LI ; Jinyi LANG ; Jun YIN
Chinese Journal of Radiation Oncology 2025;34(1):36-43
Stereotactic radiation therapy is a crucial approach in the treatment of tumors. However, the precision of stereotactic radiation therapy is influenced by important factors such as fractional tumor motion, image-guided resolution, and the utilization of adaptive techniques. Different image-guided methods and motion management strategies exhibit varying degrees of control over radiation-related toxicity. With the clinical application of magnetic resonance accelerator, it is still unclear whether its excellent soft tissue imaging contrast, adaptive radiotherapy technology, and real-time motion management of the moving target can bring better toxicity control for patients. Hence, the advantages of magnetic resonance accelerator in mitigating radiation-related toxicity, its clinical applications, and the reported post-treatment toxic reactions were comprehensively reviewed in this article.
10.Association between HER2 overexpression and recurrence rate in patients with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer following anthracycline-based intravesical instillation therapy
Kaimi LI ; Menglin LIU ; Shafei WU ; Ruping HONG ; Yuanyuan LIU ; Lingli ZENG ; Zhiyong LIANG ; Xuan ZENG
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(11):1193-1198
Objective:To assess the clinicopathological characteristics of non-muscle-invasive bladder cancers (NMIBC) with high expression of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) and to examine the prognostic values of HER2 expression in NMIBC patients with intravesical anthracycline instillation.Methods:A total of 221 NMIBC samples diagnosed between January 1, 2017 and April 15, 2024 were collected. Their clinical, diagnostic and treatment features were analyzed. The expression of HER2 protein and the Ki-67 proliferation index were assessed using immunohistochemistry (IHC). For the patients with HER2 high-expression (IHC 3+), the clinical pathological features (age, gender, tumor grade, Ki-67 expression level, tumor size, and tumor number) were compared with those without (i.e., HER2 IHC 0/1+/2+). The impact of HER2 expression on the recurrence-free survival (RFS) of patients with intravesical anthracycline (epirubicin or pirarubicin) instillation after transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) was evaluated.Results:Among the 221 NMIBC patients, 30 (13.6%) were HER2 IHC 3+, 142 (64.3%) HER 2+, 46 (20.8%) HER2 1+, and 3 (1.4%) HER2 IHC 0. The proportion of high-grade tumors in patients with HER2 high-expression was higher than that in patients without (83.3% versus 44.5%, P<0.001). Additionally, a high Ki-67 index (≥20%) was more commonly noted in HER2 high-expression tumors ( P=0.003). In the patients treated with intravesical anthracycline instillation, HER2 high-expression was associated with a shorter RFS ( P<0.001). Conclusion:HER2 high-expression seems to be not only associated with worse clinicopathological features of NMIBC but also a poor RFS in NMIBC patients treated with anthracycline instillation after TURBT.

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