1.Effects of Aqueous Extract of Corn Silk Combined with Training on Exercise Function and Glycolipid Metabolism in Mice with Metabolic Syndrome
Yi-lin LIU ; Zi-ling SONG ; Ting ZHOU ; Ji-ping CHEN ; Zi-han LIN ; Yu-xuan ZHANG ; Ji-qiang ZENG ; Shan-rong ZHANG ; Zhi-peng WU ; Chen LU ; Ying ZHU
Progress in Modern Biomedicine 2025;25(15):2411-2420
Objective:To investigate the effects of combination therapy with aqueous extract of corn silk(CS)and training on exercise capacity and glycolipid metabolism in mice with metabolic syndrome(MS).Methods:In this study,db/db mice were used as the animal model of MS.The mice were administered aqueous extract of CS via gavage and subjected to different intensities of training for 12 weeks(3 months).The specific experimental design was as follows:24 db/db mice were randomly divided into four groups on average:negative control group(NC),aqueous extract of CS group(CS),aqueous extract of CS+moderate-intensity training group(CS+MT),and CS aqueous extract of CS+high-intensity training group(CS+HT).The maximum running speed,forelimb grip strength,body weight and fasting blood glucose of mice were measured before and after treatment.After the intervention,oral glucose tolerance test(OGTT)and insulin tolerance test(ITT)were conducted to assess glucose metabolism,while serum triglyceride(TG),total cholesterol(TC),high-density lipoprotein cholesterol(HDL-C),and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol(LDL-C)levels were measured to evaluate lipid metabolism.Results:After 3 months of intervention,there were significant differences in the maximum running speed and forelimb grip strength among the four groups(P<0.05).The maximum running speed and forelimb grip strength of CS group,CS+MT group and CS+HT group were higher than those of NC group(P<0.05).The CS+MT group exhibited higher forelimb grip strength,and the CS+HT group showed higher maximum running speed and forelimb grip strength compared to the CS group(P<0.05),while no significant difference was found between the CS+MT and CS+HT groups(P>0.05).Significant differences in body weight were observed among the four groups after 3 months of intervention(P<0.05).Specifically,the CS+MT and CS+HT groups exhibited significantly lower body weight compared to both the NC and CS groups(P<0.05),with the CS+MT group having the lowest body weight(P<0.05).Fasting blood glucose levels also differed significantly among the groups after 2 and 3 months of intervention(P<0.05).The CS,CS+MT,and CS+HT groups had lower fasting blood glucose levels compared to the NC group(P<0.05),with the CS+MT and CS+HT groups showing the lowest levels(P<0.05).No significant difference was found between the CS+MT and CS+HT groups(P>0.05).After 3 months of intervention,significant differences in the area under the curve(AUC)of OGTT and ITT were observed among the four groups(P<0.05).The AUC of OGTT and ITT were significantly lower in the CS,CS+MT,and CS+HT groups compared to the NC group(P<0.05).The CS+MT and CS+HT groups exhibited the lowest AUC values for both OGTT and ITT(P<0.05),with the CS+MT group showing the lowest AUC for OGTT(P<0.05).Significant differences in serum lipid levels were observed among the four groups after 3 months of intervention(P<0.05).TG,TC,and LDL-C levels were significantly lower,while HDL-C levels were higher in the CS,CS+MT,and CS+HT groups compared to the NC group(P<0.05).The CS+MT group had the lowest TG levels and the highest HDL-C levels compared to the CS+HT group(P<0.05),with no significant differences in TC and LDL-C levels between these two groups(P>0.05).Conclusion:Aqueous extract of CS combined with different intensity training can significantly improve the exercise capacity and glycolipid metabolism of MS mice and reduce body weight,especially CS combined with MT treatment is more effective in improving lipid metabolism.In addition,when combined with HT,aqueous extract of CS can also play an auxiliary role in reducing the side effects of high-intensity exercise and improving the therapeutic effect.
2.Drug resistance genes,virulence genes and homology of clinical hypermucoviscous Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates in a three-A hospital
Tiantian XU ; Ling CHEN ; Wenjun ZHANG ; Qiang XIE
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2025;35(19):2975-2979
OBJECTIVE To investigate the drug resistance genes,virulence genes and capsule serotypes of hyper-mucoviscous Klebsiella pneumoniae(HMKP)from a hospital,providing a reference for clinical anti-infective treatment.METHODS A total of 46 non-repetitive HMKP strains,isolated and identified from clinical samples in the First People's Hospital of Chuzhou from Jul.to Dec.2023,were collected.Drug susceptibility testing was per-formed,and drug resistance genes,virulence genes and capsule serotypes were amplified by polymerase chain re-action(PCR).The PCR products were determined by genetic sequencing and comparison.Multilocus sequence typing(MLST)was used for molecular epidemiological typing,and eBURST was used to analyze strain homology.RESULTS The 46 HMKP strains were mainly isolated from ICU(28.26%,13 strains)and respiratory departments(23.91%,11 strains).The primary specimen type was respiratory specimens(91.30%,42 strains).The drug re-sistance rates of HMKP to the monitored antibacterial drugs were all<10%.PCR results showed that only 1 strain carried the CTX-M1 drug resistance gene.The predominant capsule serotypes were K2(16 strains,34.78%),K1(7 strains,15.22%)and K57(7 strains,15.22%).The detection rates of the five virulence genes were as follows:ae robactin(46 strains,100.00%),kfu(46 strains,100.00%),rmp A(43 strains,93.48%),iroNB(42 strains,91.30%),rmpA2(37 strains,80.43%)and magA(31 strains,67.39%).Among the 46 HMKP strains,22 sequence types(STs)were identified,with ST86(9 strains,19.56%),ST25(8 strains,17.39%),ST23(5 strains,10.87%),ST412(5 strains,10.87%)and ST65(2 strains,4.35%)being the most prevalent.Homology analysis conducted by eBURST software revealed that 18 STs had relatively close genetic relationships.CONCLUSIONS Only 1 strain of clinically isolated HMKP carries the CTX-M1 gene,with the predominant capsule serotypes being K2,K1 and K57.The detection rates of virulence genes aerobactin and kfu are 100.00%.The K2 serotype carries multiple virulence gene patterns,and the STs are mainly ST86,ST25,ST23 and ST412.There is a clear evolutionary relationship among HMKP strains.
3.Effects of Bushen Shengjing Tiaohe Qixue Prescription in Regulating Wnt/β-catenin Signaling Pathway on Diminished Ovarian Reserve Rats
Jun WANG ; Na TANG ; Chaoyang YE ; Ling LI ; Tongqing GAO ; Jiamei HUANG ; Qiang DENG ; Fengying WU ; Zhichun JIN
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(4):100-106
Objective To investigate the effects of Bushen Shengjing Tiaohe Qixue Prescription on rats with diminished ovarian reserve(DOR)based on Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.Methods Totally 60 8-week-old SD female rats were randomly divided into control group,model group,estradiol valerate group and TCM low-,medium-and high-dosage groups,with 10 rats in each group.Except for the control group,the rats in the other groups were given a single intraperitoneal injection of cyclophosphamide 75 mg/kg to replicate the DOR rat model.From the next day of modeling,the corresponding drugs was administered for medication groups by gavage for 3 weeks.The general conditions of the rats were observed,ELISA was used to detect the contents of serum follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH),luteinizing hormone(LH),estradiol(E2),anti-mullerian hormone(AMH)and inhibin B(INHB),HE staining was used to observe the morphologic changes in ovarian tissue,Western blot was used to detect GSK3β,β-catenin,CyclinD1 and c-MYC protein expressions in ovarian tissues,immunohistochemical staining was used to observe β-catenin expression in ovarian tissue,RT-qPCR was used to detect Wnt1,Wnt2,Wnt4,GSK3β,β-catenin,CyclinD1 and c-MYC mRNA expression in ovarian tissue,transmission electron microscopy was used to observe ultrapathologic structure of ovarian granulosa cells.Results Compared with the control group,the rats in the model group had reduced intake of food and water,slow or even reduced body mass gain,and disturbed estrous cycle,the serum contents of FSH and LH increased(P<0.01),the contents of E2,AMH and INHB decreased(P<0.01);the number of follicles of all levels in ovarian tissue was reduced,and there was increased number of atretic follicles with disturbed arrangement of the granulosa cells;the expression of GSK3β protein in ovarian tissue increased(P<0.01),the expression of β-catenin,CyclinD1 and c-MYC protein decreased(P<0.05,P<0.01),and β-catenin positive expression decreased(P<0.01),the expression of Wnt1,Wnt2,Wnt4,β-catenin,CyclinD1 and c-MYC mRNA in ovarian tissue decreased(P<0.01),GSK3β mRNA expression was increased(P<0,01);organelles such as mitochondria and nuclei of ovarian granulosa cells were highly swollen and partially lysed.Compared with the model group,the rats in the administered group all had different degrees of body mass increase,partial restoration of the motility cycle,serum FSH and LH contents decreased,and serum E2,AMH and INHB contents increased(P<0.01,P<0.05);the number of follicles at all levels in ovarian tissue increased to varying degrees,and the atretic follicles were reduced;the expression of GSK3β protein in ovarian tissue decreased,β-catenin,CyclinD1 and c-MYC protein expressions increased,β-catenin positive expression increased,the expression of Wnt1,Wnt2,Wnt4,β-catenin,CyclinD1 and c-MYC mRNA in ovarian tissue increased,and GSK3β mRNA expression decreased,with statistical significance in estradiol valerate group and TCM high-dosage group(P<0.05,P<0.01);mitochondria,endoplasmic reticulum and other organelles of ovarian granulosa cells were mildly to moderately swollen.Conclusion Bushen Shengjing Tiaohe Qixue Prescription can improve ovarian function and regulate serum sex hormone levels in DOR model rats,and its mechanism might be related to the activation of Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
4.Management of drugs in clinical trials
Qiang ZHANG ; Hong-ling XI ; Ai-lian SHAN
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2025;41(2):260-263
Standardizing the management of drugs used in clinical trials is one of the important means to protect the safety of trial participants and ensure that the trial results are scientifically reliable.The management of trial drugs runs throughout the entire clinical trial process,with some hospitals centralizing the management and others managing it within departments.Participants in the process include doctors,nurses,and pharmacists,among others.Investigate the management of investigational drugs in 15 hospitals and combine domestic relevant regulations and guidelines to standardize the management process of investigational drugs.A central pharmacy staffed by dedicated pharmacy personnel should be preferred,and if a departmental management model is used,a research physician/nurse or a pharmacy personnel with the necessary qualifications and competencies should be appointed as the drug manager.The reception and inventory of clinical trial drugs,as well as the return of drugs to the sponsor,should be completed by the institutional drug manager.The distribution of clinical trial drugs can be authorized to individuals with a professional background in pharmacy who have obtained professional qualification certificates or licensed pharmacist certificates.If non-pharmacist personnel distribute clinical trial drugs,other equivalent documents should be used instead of dispensing drugs based on prescriptions.
5.Research on the impact of physician's compensation payment methods on medical service behavior:A scoping review
Qiang YAO ; Yue-fang JIAO ; Xiao-dan ZHANG ; Ya-qi RAO ; Hui-ling ZHENG ; Mian XIA
Chinese Journal of Health Policy 2025;18(4):25-35
Objective:To systematically analyze the impact of various physician payment methods on medical service delivery behavior and outcomes.Methods:Based on the scoping review method,2 255 documents related to"physician","compensation","payment method",and"physician behavior"were retrieved from Web of Science,CNKI,VIP,and WanFang databases,and finally 70 studies were included based on scientific screening standards and process.Results:Fee-for-service encourages physicians to deliver an adequate volume of services but is susceptible to overtreatment;salary and capitation assist in controlling costs but can lead to insufficient service provision;the advantages of DRG/DIP in the quantity and quality of medical services weaken as the patient's condition worsens.Mixed payment methods can effectively balance the quantity and cost of medical services,while pay-for-performance is generally outstanding in improving quality.Conclusions:It is difficult for a single payment method to achieve the optimization of medical service delivery behavior and outcomes.A mixed payment system that integrates multiple payment methods with quality incentives must be established urgently.At the same time,it is recommended to deepen the reform of the mechanism for converting medical insurance balance into physician compensation,fully implement the allocation autonomy of public hospitals,and accelerate the establishment of a mixed physician payment method that is coordinated with medical insurance payment and performance appraisal.
6.Resected bone surface anatomy measurement in KBD population for total knee arthroplasty based on three-dimensional computed tomography
Bo YANG ; Ming CHEN ; Shizhang LIU ; Yanhai CHANG ; Hui QIANG ; Ming LING ; Jian TAO ; Pengzhen LEI
Journal of Xi'an Jiaotong University(Medical Sciences) 2025;46(4):650-655
Objective To measure and analyze anatomic parameters of resected distal femurs and proximal tibias in Kaschin-Beck disease(KBD)and osteoarthritic(OA)knees which fit for total knee arthroplasty(TKA),so as to provide basis for designing suitable knee prosthesis for KBD patients.Methods A total of 154 knees(75 KBD and 79 OA)fitting for TKA underwent three-dimensional reconstruction;resection of distal femurs and proximal tibias was simulated during TKA.We measured the distal femoral mediolateral(fML),lateral anteroposterior(fLAP),medial anteroposterior(fMAP),medial condylar width(fMCW),lateral condylar width(fLCW)and fML/fLAP aspect ratio,proximal tibial mediolateral(tML),middle anteroposterior(tAP),medial anteroposterior(tMAP),lateral anteroposterior(tLAP)dimension,and tML/tAP aspect ratio to compare the morphometric differences between KBD and OA knees.Results The measured anatomic parameters of resected distal femurs and proximal tibias in both male and female patients of KBD group were smaller than those of OA knees(P<0.01).We also found that KBD group had larger distal femur fML/fLAP and proximal tibia tML/tAP aspect ratios than those of OA knees(P<0.01).This indicated that under a given AP dimension,KBD knees need an oval-shaped prosthesis with a wider ML length and more spherical-shaped prosthesis with relatively narrow ML dimensions in OA knees.Conclusion The anatomy of distal femurs and proximal tibias shows significant differences in size and shape between KBD and OA knees,which provides theoretical basis for designing proper knee prosthesis for KBD patients.
7.Expert Consensus on the Ethical Requirements for Generative AI-Assisted Academic Writing
You-Quan BU ; Yong-Fu CAO ; Zeng-Yi CHANG ; Hong-Yu CHEN ; Xiao-Wei CHEN ; Yuan-Yuan CHEN ; Zhu-Cheng CHEN ; Rui DENG ; Jie DING ; Zhong-Kai FAN ; Guo-Quan GAO ; Xu GAO ; Lan HU ; Xiao-Qing HU ; Hong-Ti JIA ; Ying KONG ; En-Min LI ; Ling LI ; Yu-Hua LI ; Jun-Rong LIU ; Zhi-Qiang LIU ; Ya-Ping LUO ; Xue-Mei LV ; Yan-Xi PEI ; Xiao-Zhong PENG ; Qi-Qun TANG ; You WAN ; Yong WANG ; Ming-Xu WANG ; Xian WANG ; Guang-Kuan XIE ; Jun XIE ; Xiao-Hua YAN ; Mei YIN ; Zhong-Shan YU ; Chun-Yan ZHOU ; Rui-Fang ZHU
Chinese Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2025;41(6):826-832
With the rapid development of generative artificial intelligence(GAI)technologies,their widespread application in academic research and writing is continuously expanding the boundaries of sci-entific inquiry.However,this trend has also raised a series of ethical and regulatory challenges,inclu-ding issues related to authorship,content authenticity,citation accuracy,and accountability.In light of the growing involvement of AI in generating academic content,establishing an open,controllable,and trustworthy ethical governance framework has become a key task for safeguarding research integrity and maintaining trust within the academic community.This expert consensus outlines ethical requirements across key stages of AI-assisted academic writing-including topic selection,data management,citation practices,and authorship attribution.It aims to clarify the boundaries and ethical obligations surrounding AI use in academic writing,ensuring that technological tools enhance efficiency without compromising in-tegrity.The goal is to provide guidance and institutional support for building a responsible and sustainable research ecosystem.
8.Effects of upper limb rehabilitation robot training combined with intermittent theta burst stimulation on upper limb motor and neurological function in stroke patients with hemiplegia
Ling ZHANG ; Changsheng LIN ; Min BAI ; Qiang LIN ; Teng MA ; Ran TIAN ; Yan ZHOU ; Xian LI ; Xueping LI
Chinese Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases 2025;22(11):763-771
Objective To investigate the therapeutic effects of upper limb rehabilitation robot training combined with intermittent theta burst stimulation(iTBS)on upper limb motor and neurological function in stroke patients with hemiplegia.Methods This study retrospectively consecutive enrolled 46 stroke hemiparetic patients from the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine,Nanjing Pukou People's Hospital.The patients were randomly assigned to a control group and an experimental group(23patients in each)using a random number table.Baseline data,including sex,age,disease duration,side of hemiplegia,and stroke type,were collected from patients enrolled.All patients received conventional treatment.The control group received upper limb rehabilitation robot training combined with iTBS sham stimulation(coil placed perpendicular to the skull),while the experimental group received upper limb rehabilitation robot training combined with iTBS real stimulation(coil placed parallel to the skull).Both groups underwent treatment for 3 weeks.Upper limb motor function was assessed using the Fugl-Meyer upper extremity(FMA-UE)scale and Wolf motor function test(WMFT);while neurological function was evaluated using the motor-evoked potentials(MEP)latency,amplitude,and central motor conduction time(CMCT)of the affected thumb abductor muscle.Activities of daily living were assessed using the modified Barthel index(MBI).Results(1)No significant differences in baseline data were found between the two groups(all P>0.05).(2)Before treatment,the FMA-UE and WMFT scores in the experimental group were 27.48±7.87 and 28.22±3.87,respectively;and in the control group were 26.35±4.78 and 28.35±3.33,respectively;there were no significant differences in both FMA-UE and WMFT scores between the two groups(all P>0.05).After 3weeks of treatment,the FMA-UE and WMFT scores in the experimental group were 40.35±8.96 and 37.74±4.11,respectively;and in the control group were 32.78±4.50 and 32.57±4.11,respectively;there were significant interaction effects of time and group(Ftime×group values of 19.613 and 31.522,both P<0.01),main effects of group(Fgroup values of 5.401 and 5.897,both P<0.05),and main effects of time(Ftime values of 176.516 and 211.478,both P<0.01).(3)Before treatment,the MEP latency,amplitude,and CMCT in the experimental group were(24.39±3.56)ms,(137.77±42.67)μV,and(10.62±2.76)ms,respectively;and in the control group were(24.64±2.77)ms,(136.74±48.77)μV,and(10.73±1.84)ms,respectively,there were no significant differences between the two groups(all P>0.05).After 3weeks of treatment,the MEP latency,amplitude,and CMCT in the experimental group were(20.39±1.83)ms,(239.91±43.70)μV,and(6.58±1.23)ms,respectively,and in the control group were(22.53±3.53)ms,(198.54±50.37)μV,and(9.19±1.60)ms,respectively,there were significant interaction effects of time and group(Ftime×group values of 7.270,15.554,and 20.110,all P<0.05)and main effects of time(Ftime values of 76.540,256.706,and 100.629,all P<0.01),the main effect of group for CMCT was significant(Fgroup=7.406,P<0.01),but there were no significant difference in the main effect of group on MEP latency,amplitude between two groups(Fgroup values of 2.145,2.778,both P>0.05).(4)Before treatment,the MBI score in the experimental group was 42.83±7.36,and in the control group was 43.91±6.56,with no significant difference between two groups(P>0.05).After 3 weeks of treatments,the MBI score in the experimental group was 67.83±12.69,and in the control group was 54.13±5.57,there were significant interaction effects of time and group(Ftime×group=39.862,P<0.01),main effects of group(Fgroup=8.083,P=0.007),and main effects of time(Ftime=226.241,P<0.01).Conclusions Upper limb rehabilitation robot training combined with iTBS can improve upper limb motor function and neurological function and enhance the daily living activity ability of stroke patients.Real iTBS combined with robot training has a more significant effect than sham iTBS.
9.Effect of comprehensive management intervention based on WeChat multimedia classroom on cardiac function rehabilitation and prognosis in elderly patients with acute myocardial infarction
Ge WANG ; Ning YANG ; Min YANG ; Hua BAO ; Nan LIU ; Gai-ling QIANG ; Hai-yan ZHAO
Chinese Journal of cardiovascular Rehabilitation Medicine 2025;34(1):51-56
Objective:To investigate effect of comprehensive management intervention based on WeChat multimedia classroom on cardiac function and prognosis in elderly patients with acute myocardial infarction(AMI).Methods:Clinical data of 118 elderly patients diagnosed with AMI in the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chinese PLA Air Force Military Medical University between August 2021 and December 2022 were retrospectively collected.According to nursing way after operation,they were divided into control group(n=60,comprehensive management interven-tion)and intervention group(n=58,comprehensive management intervention based on WeChat multimedia class-room),both groups were intervened for 5 months.Cardiac function,exercise tolerance,compliance to rehabilita-tion management,self-efficacy and healthy behavior were compared between two groups.Kaplan-Meier survival curve was employed to compare incidence of adverse cardiovascular events during follow-up between two groups.Results:After 5-month intervention,compared with patients in control group,those in intervention group had sig-nificant higher left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF)[(58.14±1.88)%vs.(54.48±1.34)%],6min walking distance(6MWD)[(490.41±59.59)m vs.(394.97±28.20)m],scores of compliance to rehabilitation manage-ment[(6.97±2.03)points vs.(5.03±1.40)points],General Self-Efficacy Scale(GSES)[(30.34±4.67)points vs.(23.55±4.86)points]and Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile-Ⅱ[(137.62±30.17)points vs.(115.95±22.66)points],and significant lower left ventricular end-diastolic volume(LVEDV)[(117.90±4.22)ml vs.(131.28±3.61)ml],left ventriadar end-systolic volume(LVESV)[(54.46±2.10)ml vs.(63.15±2.06)ml],serum brain natriuretic peptide(BNP)[(362.32±25.36)pg/ml vs.(567.58±21.90)pg/ml]and incidence of ad-verse cardiovascular events(6.90%vs.21.67%)(P<0.05 or<0.01).Conclusion:Comprehensive management intervention based on the WeChat multimedia classroom could significantly improve cardiac function,exercise toler-ance,compliance to rehabilitation,self-efficacy and healthy behavior,and reduce incidence of adverse cardiovas-cular events after operation in elderly AMI patients.
10.A case of occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by sinomenine hydrochloride
Minxia LU ; Qiang FU ; Lifeng TAN ; Liangjian LING
Chinese Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Diseases 2025;43(8):629-631
Sinomenine hydrochloride is an alkaloid preparation commonly used in clinical practice in traditional Chinese medicine, and allergic reactions induced by occupational exposure to it are relatively rare in clinical settings. This article analyzes a case of allergic contact dermatitis in a medical worker after occupational exposure to sinomenine hydrochloride. The patient developed generalized skin rashes with the fingertips as the initial site three months after exposure to sinomenine hydrochloride. The treatment effect was poor without cessation of exposure, while symptoms significantly improved after cessation. The condition persisted, exhibiting a contact-reaction pattern of recurrence upon re-exposure. The serum total IgE level met the criteria for extremely severe allergy. No similar symptoms were observed among colleagues in the same position. After differential diagnosis, the possibility of dermatomyositis was ruled out, and the patient was diagnosed with occupational allergic contact dermatitis.

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