1.Metabolomics Reveals Mechanism of Jatrorrhizine in Treating Ulcerative Colitis in Mice
Shengqi NIU ; Liwei LANG ; Xing LI ; Haotian LI ; Shizhang WEI ; Manyi JING ; Yanling ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(1):211-218
ObjectiveTo investigate the effects of jatrorrhizine on endogenous metabolites and metabolic pathways in the mouse model of ulcerative colitis. MethodsThirty male C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into the normal group, the model group, the low-dose and high-dose jatrorrhizine groups (0.04, 0.16 g·kg-1), and the mesalazine group (0.52 g·kg-1)The mouse model of ulcerative colitis was established with 3% dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) and treated with different doses of jatrorrhizine by gavage. The changes in body weight, colon length, disease activity index (DAI), and colonic histopathology were analyzed to evaluate the therapeutic effects of jatrorrhizine. UPLC-Q-TOF/MS was employed to determine the serum and fecal levels of metabolites in mice. Metabolomics methods were used to screen the differential metabolites, on the basis of which the potential therapeutic mechanism of jatrorrhizine on DSS-induced ulcerative colitis in mice was investigated. ResultsAfter intervention with jatrorrhizine, the model mice showed significantly decreased DAI(P<0.05,P<0.01), recovered colon length,(P<0.05,P<0.01) and alleviated histopathology of the colon. The metabolomics study screened out 13 differential metabolites in the serum and 8 differential metabolites in the feces. The pathway enrichment analysis predicted three potential metabolic pathways: Biosynthesis of unsaturated fatty acids, phenylalanine, tyrosine and tryptophan biosynthesis, and phenylalanine metabolism. ConclusionJatrorrhizine may treat ulcerative colitis by regulating the biosynthesis and metabolism of amino acids and the synthesis of unsaturated fatty acids.
2.Association between exposure to entertainment screen content on mobile phones and symptoms of anxiety-depression co-morbidity among college students
SUN Xuelian, LI Tingting, TAO Shuman, XIE Yang, YANG Yajuan, ZOU Liwei, TAO Fangbiao, WU Xiaoyan
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(3):369-373
Objective:
To determine the association between exposure to entertainment screen content on mobile phones and symptoms of anxiety-depression co-morbidity among college students,so as to provide evidence for mental health interventions.
Methods:
A baseline survey was conducted from April to May 2019. A total of 1 135 college students were selected from one university each in Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province and Hefei City, Anhui Province using cluster random sampling method. A follow up study was conducted in November 2019, resulting in 1 110 matched valid responses. Self rating questionnaires were used to assess the exposure of entertainment screen content. The Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21(DASS-21) and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) were used to evaluate the anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, and symptoms of anxiety-depression co-morbidity among college students. A multivariate binary Logistic regression model was constructed following initial intergroup comparisons with Chi-square test to determine the association between baseline exposure to mobile entertainment screen content and the risk of symptoms of anxiety depression co-morbidity at baseline and the 6 month follow up.
Results:
The prevalence rates of symptoms of anxiety-depression co-morbidity among college students were 25.4% and 20.6% at baseline and follow up, respectively.After adjusting for confounding factors such as gender, self rated family economic status and self rated health status, the results of multivariate binary Logistic regression analysis showed that compared with the appropriate exposure level group, the exposure of entertainment screen content on mobile phones at baseline, including frequent exposure to reading( OR =1.65,95% CI =1.14-2.39), occasional exposure to other entertainment screen content ( OR =1.46,95% CI =1.01-2.10)and frequent exposure to other entertainment screen content( OR =1.76,95% CI =1.20-2.60), increased the co-occurrence risk of symptoms of anxiety-depression co-morbidity among college students during the follow up period (all P <0.05).
Conclusion
Occasional or frequert exposure to mobile entertainment screen content can increase the risk of symptoms of anxiety depression co-morbidity among college students.
3.Mechanism of modified Lichong decoction on apoptosis of transplanted tumor cells in nude mice via Fas/FasL pathway and caspase apoptosis pathway
Guoshan SHI ; Tiexia HAO ; Zhe CHEN ; Xu LI ; Liwei MA
China Pharmacy 2026;37(7):895-901
OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect and mechanism of modified Lichong decoction (MLCD) on the apoptosis of transplanted tumor cells in nude mice. METHODS Human gastric cancer AGS cells were cultured, and a nude mice transplanted tumor model was established. The nude mice were divided into the model group and MLCD low-, medium- and high-dose groups (150, 300, 600 mg/kg). They were given distilled water or the corresponding drug solution by gavage once daily for four consecutive weeks. The size of transplanted tumors in nude mice was measured every six days, and the tumor volume was calculated. After the medication, the nude mice were sacrificed, and the transplanted tumor tissues were isolated. The contents of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) and reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the transplanted tumor tissues were detected, and the changes in mitochondrial membrane potential were assessed. The pathological morphological changes were observed. The enzymatic activities of caspase-3, caspase-8, and caspase-9, as well as protein expressions of Fas and FasL and mRNA expressions of caspase-3, caspase-8, caspase-9, Fas and FasL in the transplanted tumor tissues, were detected. RESULTS Compared with the model group, the volume of transplanted tumors in nude mice from all MLCD dose groups was reduced to varying degrees. The contents of LDH and ROS, as well as the enzymatic activities of caspase-3, caspase-8 and caspase-9, were significantly increased/enhanced. The mitochondrial membrane potential was significantly decreased. The protein expressions of Fas and FasL, and the mRNA expressions of caspase-3, caspase-8, caspase-9, Fas and FasL were significantly up-regulated. Most of these differences were statistically significant ( P <0.05 or P <0.01). Pathological results showed that with increasing doses of MLCD, the cellular density in the transplanted tumor tissues gradually decreased, and typical morphological features of apoptosis, such as loosening and increasing fragmentation, became more prominent. CONCLUSIONS MLCD can induce apoptosis in transplanted tumor cells of nude mice, and its mechanism may be related to the activation of the Fas/FasL pathway and the caspase apoptotic pathway.
4.Association between screening myopia and mixed exposure to air pollution among primary school students in four cities in China
LIU Feng, LI Tingting, TAO Shuman, ZOU Liwei, TAO Fangbiao, WU Xiaoyan
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(5):714-718
Objective:
To investigate the association between screening detected myopia in primary school students and mixed exposure to air pollutants, so as to provide a scientific basis for the prevention and control of myopia in children and adolescents.
Methods:
From May to July 2023, a cluster random sampling method was used to select 15 102 primary school students in grades 3 through 6 from Hefei, Zhongshan, Shenyang, and Nanchang citys. Data were collected through questionnaires, distance vision screening, and computerized refraction. Monthly average concentration data for particulate matter (PM 10 ), fine particulate matter (PM 2. 5), NO 2 and SO 2 were used to calculate the annual average pollutant concentrations for primary school students. Quantile g computation model was employed to analyze the association between mixed exposure to air pollutants and screening detected myopia.
Results:
The differences in concentrations of the four pollutants among cities were statistically significant ( H =12 886.0, 13 285.0, 8 559.0, 13 181.0, all P <0.01). In the overall sample, there was no statistically significant association between combined exposure to air pollutants and the risk of myopia ( β=0.033, 95%CI=-0.004-0.072, P =0.08). Stratified analysis by outdoor activity time showed that among primary school students with outdoor activity time ≤1 h/d, mixed exposure to air pollutants was positively associated with the risk of myopia ( β=0.050, 95%CI=0.002-0.099, P =0.04); after stratification by city, combined exposure to air pollutants was significantly associated with the risk of myopia among primary school students in Nanchang and Shenyang [ β (95% CI )= 0.232(0.175-0.289), 0.080(0.006-0.155), both P <0.05], whereas no statistically significant association was observed among primary school students in Hefei and Zhongshan [ β (95% CI )=-0.010(-0.071-0.051), -0.032(-0.167-0.102), both P > 0.05 ].
Conclusions
Exposure to multiple air pollutants may increase the risk of myopia in primary school students, with the risk influenced by time spent outdoors and geographical location. It is recommended that outdoor activity management for children be strengthened in areas with higher air pollution levels, and that environmental factors be incorporated into comprehensive myopia prevention and control strategies.
5.Differences and influencing factors between employment preferences and actual career destinations of rehabilitation medicine postgraduate students under Healthy China Strategy
Liwei WEI ; Zhiqing TANG ; Hongxia LI ; Kejiao QIAO
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2026;32(5):611-620
ObjectiveTo systematically investigate the discrepancies between employment preferences and actual job placements among postgraduate students in rehabilitation medicine, explore the influencing factors, and elucidate the underlying mechanisms of their employment decisions. MethodsA cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted among 100 full-time postgraduate students who had graduated from Capital Medical University School of Rehabilitation in the past six years. A self-designed questionnaire was used to collect information on personal background, self-assessed competencies, employment preferences, and actual job placements. Logistic regression models were employed to analyze the factors influencing employment preferences and actual job placements, respectively. ResultsEmployment preferences among rehabilitation medicine postgraduates were highly concentrated on large tertiary hospitals (79.0%), yet the actual placement rate (61.0%) showed a significant gap. Preference for tertiary hospitals showed no significant association with individual factors such as gender, degree type or self-assessed competencies (P > 0.05). Univariate analysis revealed that those who entered tertiary hospitals scored significantly higher in self-assessed clinical skills, research ability, communication and coordination, and resource integration (|t| > 3.661, P < 0.001), and demonstrated clearer career planning (P = 0.012). Multivariate logistic regression analysis did not identify any independent predictors of actual employment within the context of this study sample (P > 0.05). ConclusionEmployment among rehabilitation medicine postgraduates is characterized by highly homogeneous preferences coexisting with complexity of factors influencing actual employment. It is recommended to optimize the training system, deepen personalized career education, and establish diversified employment guidance mechanisms to promote rational talent flow and facilitate the balanced development of the rehabilitation medical service system.
6.Risk factors and predictive analysis of sarcopenia-osteoporosis in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Liwei ZHANG ; Jian CHEN ; Shujing YU ; Guiling ZHENG
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2026;37(3):62-65
Objective To explore the related risk factors of osteosarcopenia (OS) in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and to evaluate their predictive value. Methods We selected 409 elderly patients with T2DM from our hospital between June 2021 and December 2024 as the study subjects, and divided them into an OS occurrence group and a non-occurrence group based on whether they were diagnosed with OS. Results Among the 409 elderly patients with T2DM included, 93 were diagnosed with OS, yielding a prevalence rate of 22.73%. Spearman correlation analysis revealed a significant association between lumbar spine BMD and T-scores with age, history of previous fractures, fasting plasma glucose (FPG), procollagen type I N-terminal propeptide (PINP), osteocalcin (OC), and 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D). Gender (OR=0.193), Body Mass Index (BMI) (OR=0.254), history of previous fractures (OR=8.883), FPG (OR=0.543), Total Cholesterol (TC) (OR=3.684), High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (HDL-C) (OR=86.024), PINP (OR=0.818), and OC (OR=0.526) are identified as influential factors for the occurrence of OS in elderly patients with T2DM. The combined prediction of these variables yields a sensitivity of 96.5%, a specificity of 97.8%, and an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.992 for the occurrence of OS in elderly patients with T2DM, indicating an excellent predictive performance. Conclusion The following factors—gender, BMI, history of previous fractures, FPG, TC, HDL-C, PINP, and OC—are influential in the occurrence of OS among elderly patients with T2DM. Formulating intervention measures based on these influencing factors can provide assistance in preventing and treating the occurrence of OS.
7.Clinical research on corneal epithelium remodeling after small incision lenticule extraction and femtosecond laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis
Yangjing ZHANG ; Liwei MA ; Fan ZHANG ; Chunmei KE ; Ruifu WANG ; Lipye ZU
International Eye Science 2025;25(1):37-41
AIM: To compare the changes in corneal epithelial thickness(CET)after small incision lenticule extraction(SMILE)and femtosecond laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis(FS-LASIK).METHODS: A total of 187 patients(187 eyes)who underwent either SMILE or FS-LASIK at Urumqi Aier Eye Hospital between December 2022 and November 2023 were collected. The patients were divided into SMILE group and FS-LASIK group according to surgical methods. The CET of the patients was measured by optical coherence tomography(OCT)system before surgery and at 1 wk, 1, 3, and 6 mo postoperatively.RESULTS: Changes in corneal epithelial thickness(△CET)in the central, paracentral, and mid-peripheral regions were compared at 6 mo postoperatively. The SMILE group was characterized by the most significant thickening in the central area and the least thickening in the mid-peripheral area; while the FS-LASIK group was characterized by the most significant thickening in the paracentral area and the least thickening in the mid-peripheral region. At 1 wk, 1, 3, and 6 mo postoperatively, within the 0-7 mm corneal area, the △CET for both the SMILE and FS-LASIK groups was correlated with the preoperative spherical equivalent.CONCLUSION: Within 6 mo postoperatively, both SMILE and FS-LASIK showed a similar trend in epithelial thickening but with distinct characteristics. The change in corneal epithelial thickness for both procedures was positively correlated with the preoperative diopter.
8.Screening for GJB2,SLC26A4 and mitochondrial DNA12S rRNA genes mutations in 27 families with non-syndromic hearing loss
Liwei WANG ; Jianrui LI ; Tao LIU ; Jiangwei YAN ; Yaran YANG
Chinese Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery 2025;32(1):22-26
OBJECTIVE To screen for GJB2,mitochondrial DNA12S rRNA 1555A>G and SLC26A4 gene mutations in 27 non syndromic hereditary hearing loss families,clarify the genetic causes.METHODS 125 members from 27 deaf families were for questionnaire surveys,audiological examinations,and peripheral blood DNA extraction.The GJB2,SLC26A4,and mitochondrial DNA A1555G coding regions were amplified and directly sequenced.RESULTS Twelve families and 52 individuals were screened for deafness gene mutations,the detection rate in 27 families was 44%(12/27),and the detection rate in all the members was 42%(52/125).The detection rate of gene mutation for GJB2 is 31%(39/125),for SLC26A4 is 6%(8/125),and for mitochondrial DNA1555A>G mutation is 4%(5/125).CONCLUSION GJB2,SLC26A4 and mitochondrial A1555G have a high detection rate in families with hereditary deafness.Mutation screening of these three genes can clarify the genetic causes of most deafness families and can be used as genetic screening targets for hereditary deaf families.
9.Predictive value of serum Ficolin-3 combined with NEWS score in the prognosis of sepsis patients
Xin ZHENG ; Ying ZHANG ; Liwei SUN
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2025;46(17):2120-2124,2130
Objective To analyze the predictive value of serum Ficolin-3 combined with National Early Warning Score(NEWS)score in the prognosis of sepsis patients.Methods A total of 120 sepsis patients ad-mitted in the hospital from February 2021 to February 2024 were selected.Serum Ficolin-3 level was detected with samples collected at the time of admission and NEWS score was counted.According to the short-term prognosis,the patients were included in the survival group(n=82)and the death group(n=38).Serum Fico-lin-3 level and NEWS score of all patients were compared.The factors affecting the prognosis of sepsis pa-tients were explored by Multivariate Logistic regression.Results The serum Ficolin-3 and NEWS score in death group were higher than those in survival group(P<0.05).The area under the curve of serum Ficolin-3,NEWS score,and their combined evaluation for predicting the prognosis of sepsis patients were 0.819(95%CI:0.774-0.864),0.764(95%CI:0.714-0.814)and 0.921(95%CI:0.876-0.971),respectively.Arterial oxygen partial pressure(PO2)in the death group was lower than that in the survival group(P<0.05),se-quential organ failure assessment(SOFA)score at admission,acute physiology and chronic health evaluation(APACHEⅡ)score at admission,the proportion of acute kidney injury after admission and diabetes were higher than those in the survival group(P<0.05).Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that PO2<70.30 mmHg(OR=2.399,95%CI:1.182-4.867),SOFA score≥7 points at admission(OR=2.479,95%CI:1.306-4.706),APACHEⅡ score≥24 points(OR=2.557,95%CI:1.355-4.826),serum Ficolin-3≥4.16 mg/L(OR=3.421,95%CI:1.750-6.688),NEWS score≥7.15 points(OR=2.921,95%CI:1.661-5.137)were factors affecting the prognosis of sepsis patients(P<0.05).Conclusion High level of serum Ficolin-3 and high NEWS score are closely related to poor short-term prognosis of sepsis patients,and the combination of Ficolin-3 level and NEWS score could effectively improve the predictive value of short-term prognosis of sepsis patients.
10.Research progress on combined reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament
Ziteng GUO ; Qing ZHAO ; Yan DING ; Qi CHEN ; Liwei PAN ; Chenggang YANG
International Journal of Surgery 2025;52(11):786-792
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction yields favorable outcomes for restoring anteroposterior stability of the knee joint in patients with ACL tears. However, some patients still exhibit positive knee pivot shift after ACL reconstruction. Currently, combined ACL and anterolateral ligament(ALL) reconstruction has been accepted by most scholars. This surgical technique can restore the rotational stability of the knee joint in patients postoperatively and facilitate the early besumption of sports training after surgery. This article reviews the anatomical research, isometry-like point research, and reconstruction indications of the anterolateral ligament, as well as the surgical approaches, graft tunnel convergence, and reconstruction outcomes of combined anterior cruciate ligament and anterolateral ligament reconstruction.


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