1.Animal Models of Functional Constipation: A Review
Youcheng HE ; Shijin LIN ; Fengru JIANG ; Sihan LI ; Xiao KE ; Wenrong WANG ; Jianye YUAN ; Minghan HUANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(11):196-209
Functional constipation (FC) is a clinically common functional bowel disorder characterized by a protracted course and associations with various chronic disorders and psychological abnormalities. Although not life-threatening, FC significantly impairs patients' quality of life. FC subtypes include slow-transit constipation (STC), defecatory disorder (DD), and normal-transit constipation (NTC). The pathological mechanisms underlying FC have not been fully elucidated, and overall clinical efficacy remains unsatisfactory. Animal models of FC serve as essential tools for the study of disease mechanisms and the development of novel therapeutics. This article systematically reviews the current state of research on the animal models of FC and identifies that rodents, particularly rats and mice, are the most commonly used species. Dogs and pigs are also employed in complex intervention studies due to their physiological similarities to humans, though their use is limited by housing challenges and ethical considerations. Induction methods vary across different FC subtypes. STC models are primarily established with chemical agents such as loperamide or compound diphenoxylate. DD modeling often involves low-fiber diets combined with methylene blue injection or rectal narrowing. NTC modeling mainly relies on low-fiber dietary interventions. In addition, disease-syndrome combination models based on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory have been developed, encompassing excess patterns such as heat accumulation, cold accumulation, and Qi stagnation, as well as deficiency patterns including Qi deficiency, blood deficiency, Yin deficiency, and Yang deficiency. These are achieved through an approach of disease model + syndrome induction, enabling the integration of mechanisms from both Western and TCM perspectives. Models are evaluated from two aspects: disease and syndrome manifestations (e.g., colonic transit, secretory function, and TCM syndrome indicators such as mental state and body weight) and disease mechanisms (e.g., enteric nervous system, interstitial cells of Cajal, smooth muscle cells, gut microbiota, and metabolites). However, current research still faces challenges such as poor consistency in some models, non-specific interference in mechanism interpretation, insufficient studies on NTC, and lack of TCM tongue and pulse diagnosis in evaluation. Future efforts should focus on optimizing model stability and specificity to provide a more reliable experimental basis for investigating the pathological mechanisms of FC and developing therapeutic agents.
2.Disease burden of influenza like illness among student populations in Shenzhen
PENG Weijun, ZHANG Wei, LUO Jingwei,CHEN Hongbiao, ZHOU Xiaofeng, LIN Sixiao, LIU Honglian
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(4):589-592
Objective:
To understand the epidemiological characteristics and disease burden of influenza like illness (ILI) among student populations, so as to provide data support for policy formulation and optimal allocation of health resources.
Methods:
From January 2024 to February 2025, a questionnaire survey was conducted among parents of kindergarten, primary school, junior and senior high school students in 9 districts of Shenzhen, including Longhua, Futian, Bao an, Longgang, Luohu, Nanshan, Guangming, Pingshan and Yantian. Parents were asked to complete the questionnaire based on whether their children had fever, cough, vomiting, diarrhea, rash and other common symptoms in 2024. A total of 3 537 parents were investigated, and 444 ILI cases were included as study subjects. The epidemiological burden, including incidence rate of influenza, visitation rate, years lived with disability (YLDs) and economic burden (including direct economic burden, indirect economic burden and intangible burden) were analyzed.
Results:
The incidence rate of influenza among students in Shenzhen in 2024 was 12.55%. The ILI incidence rates in kindergarten, primary school, junior and senior high school were 14.01%, 11.69% and 5.23%, respectively, with a statistically significant difference ( χ 2= 45.20, P <0.01). The ILI consultation rate among students was 85.36%, and the consultation rates in kindergarten (87.36%) and primary school students (84.62%) were higher than those in junior and senior high school students ( 56.52 %) ( χ 2=16.47, P <0.01). A total of 78.88% of cases did not receive etiological detection.The median total economic burden per ILI case was 2 354.62 yuan, including direct medical costs of 300.00 yuan, direct non medical costs of 212.50 yuan, indirect costs of 1 000.00 yuan, and intangible burden of 500.00 yuan.
Conclusions
Schools are high risk environment for influenza, and younger students are a high risk group for ILI. The disease burden caused by student ILI remains substantial.
3.Expert Consensus on Clinical Application of Qinbaohong Zhike Oral Liquid in Treatment of Acute Bronchitis and Acute Attack of Chronic Bronchitis
Jian LIU ; Hongchun ZHANG ; Chengxiang WANG ; Hongsheng CUI ; Xia CUI ; Shunan ZHANG ; Daowen YANG ; Cuiling FENG ; Yubo GUO ; Zengtao SUN ; Huiyong ZHANG ; Guangxi LI ; Qing MIAO ; Sumei WANG ; Liqing SHI ; Hongjun YANG ; Ting LIU ; Fangbo ZHANG ; Sheng CHEN ; Wei CHEN ; Hai WANG ; Lin LIN ; Nini QU ; Lei WU ; Dengshan WU ; Yafeng LIU ; Wenyan ZHANG ; Yueying ZHANG ; Yongfen FAN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(4):182-188
The Expert Consensus on Clinical Application of Qinbaohong Zhike Oral Liquid in Treatment of Acute Bronchitis and Acute Attack of Chronic Bronchitis (GS/CACM 337-2023) was released by the China Association of Chinese Medicine on December 13th, 2023. This expert consensus was developed by experts in methodology, pharmacy, and Chinese medicine in strict accordance with the development requirements of the China Association of Chinese Medicine (CACM) and based on the latest medical evidence and the clinical medication experience of well-known experts in the fields of respiratory medicine (pulmonary diseases) and pediatrics. This expert consensus defines the application of Qinbaohong Zhike oral liquid in the treatment of cough and excessive sputum caused by phlegm-heat obstructing lung, acute bronchitis, and acute attack of chronic bronchitis from the aspects of applicable populations, efficacy evaluation, usage, dosage, drug combination, and safety. It is expected to guide the rational drug use in medical and health institutions, give full play to the unique value of Qinbaohong Zhike oral liquid, and vigorously promote the inheritance and innovation of Chinese patent medicines.
4.Translational Research of Electromagnetic Fields on Diseases Related With Bone Remodeling: Review and Prospects
Peng SHANG ; Jun-Yu LIU ; Sheng-Hang WANG ; Jian-Cheng YANG ; Zhe-Yuan ZHANG ; An-Lin LI ; Hao ZHANG ; Yu-Hong ZENG
Progress in Biochemistry and Biophysics 2025;52(2):439-455
Electromagnetic fields can regulate the fundamental biological processes involved in bone remodeling. As a non-invasive physical therapy, electromagnetic fields with specific parameters have demonstrated therapeutic effects on bone remodeling diseases, such as fractures and osteoporosis. Electromagnetic fields can be generated by the movement of charged particles or induced by varying currents. Based on whether the strength and direction of the electric field change over time, electromagnetic fields can be classified into static and time-varying fields. The treatment of bone remodeling diseases with static magnetic fields primarily focuses on fractures, often using magnetic splints to immobilize the fracture site while studying the effects of static magnetic fields on bone healing. However, there has been relatively little research on the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis using static magnetic fields. Pulsed electromagnetic fields, a type of time-varying field, have been widely used in clinical studies for treating fractures, osteoporosis, and non-union. However, current clinical applications are limited to low-frequency, and research on the relationship between frequency and biological effects remains insufficient. We believe that different types of electromagnetic fields acting on bone can induce various “secondary physical quantities”, such as magnetism, force, electricity, acoustics, and thermal energy, which can stimulate bone cells either individually or simultaneously. Bone cells possess specific electromagnetic properties, and in a static magnetic field, the presence of a magnetic field gradient can exert a certain magnetism on the bone tissue, leading to observable effects. In a time-varying magnetic field, the charged particles within the bone experience varying Lorentz forces, causing vibrations and generating acoustic effects. Additionally, as the frequency of the time-varying field increases, induced currents or potentials can be generated within the bone, leading to electrical effects. When the frequency and power exceed a certain threshold, electromagnetic energy can be converted into thermal energy, producing thermal effects. In summary, external electromagnetic fields with different characteristics can generate multiple physical quantities within biological tissues, such as magnetic, electric, mechanical, acoustic, and thermal effects. These physical quantities may also interact and couple with each other, stimulating the biological tissues in a combined or composite manner, thereby producing biological effects. This understanding is key to elucidating the electromagnetic mechanisms of how electromagnetic fields influence biological tissues. In the study of electromagnetic fields for bone remodeling diseases, attention should be paid to the biological effects of bone remodeling under different electromagnetic wave characteristics. This includes exploring innovative electromagnetic source technologies applicable to bone remodeling, identifying safe and effective electromagnetic field parameters, and combining basic research with technological invention to develop scientifically grounded, advanced key technologies for innovative electromagnetic treatment devices targeting bone remodeling diseases. In conclusion, electromagnetic fields and multiple physical factors have the potential to prevent and treat bone remodeling diseases, and have significant application prospects.
5.Quality Evaluation of Losartan Potassium Tablets Based on National Drug Sampling and Testing
Lin PEI ; Dazhong DING ; Longhua YANG ; Zhao YANG ; Jialiang ZHU
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(9):1405-1409
Objective To evaluate the quality profile of losartan potassium tablets in China based on national drug sampling and testing,to assess their safety,efficacy,and potential quality risks,and to provide evidence for improving quality standards along with feasible regulatory recommendations.Method A comprehensive evaluation was conducted on 196 sampled batches using statutory standards combined with exploratory studies,including tests for related substances,moisture,nitrites,nitrosamine,and azide genotoxic impurities.Results The compliance rate under statutory standards was 100%.However,exploratory analyses identified variations in moisture and nitrite levels among products,although genotoxic impurities and related substances were either undetectable or well below regulatory limits.Conclusions Losartan potassium tablets demonstrate satisfactory quality,though existing standards require further refinement by adding moisture and nitrite specifications.
6.Basic Research Progress and Prospect of Antibody-Drug Conjugate in Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
Juying JIAO ; Lei ZHOU ; Bo LIN ; Jingyi ZENG ; Weijie XU
Cancer Research on Prevention and Treatment 2025;52(9):787-791
Most patients with pancreatic cancer are already in the locally advanced or metastatic stage at initial diagnosis. While systemic chemotherapy provides clinical benefits for those with mid-to-late-stage pancreatic cancer, its efficacy is often limited by patient tolerance. In response to the dual clinical demands of robust antitumor activity and high targeting specificity, antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) has emerged as a promising solution. By conjugating highly selective monoclonal antibodies with potent cytotoxic small-molecule drugs, ADC achieves precise tumor-targeting while minimizing damage to healthy tissues, which thereby improves treatment tolerance. However, due to the complex pathological features of pancreatic cancer, no ADC has yet been approved for clinical use for this disease. A comprehensive evaluation of factors including ADC-specific targets, payload selection, antibody-drug linkage strategies, drug delivery mechanisms, tissue distribution variability, and tumor heterogeneity will be crucial to advancing the clinical translation of ADC for pancreatic cancer treatment.
7.Investigation of a food poisoning incident caused by Clostridium perfringens in a school
HE Lin, QING Wenjing, LUO Mingxuan
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(11):1650-1652
Objective:
To investigation and analyze the causes and characteristics of a food poisoning incident caused by Clostridium perfringens in schools, so as to provide a reference for prevention and control of food poisoning incidents.
Methods:
From March 11 to 12,2024,on site epidemiological and hygienic investigations were conducted by using food poisoning case questionnaires and on site hygienic investigation forms in Shenzhen. Information related to the poisoning incident was collected through field investigations and telephone interviews. A case control study was used to analyze the suspected food responsible for the incident. Risk analysis in χ 2 analysis was used to obtain OR values.
Results:
The Clostridium perfringens food poisoning incident involved two schools, with a cumulative total of 52 cases. School A had an attack rate of 2.21%(45/2 040), school B had an attack rate of 1.29% (7/544). The main clinical symptoms were diarrhea (100.00%) and abdominal pain (84.62%), with a minority experiencing fever ( 3.85 %). Analysis via the case control study indicated that consuming mushroom and meat sauce during lunch on March 11, 2024, was a risk factor for the poisoning incident ( OR =124.50, 95% CI =14.53-937.51, P <0.05). On site investigation revealed that the mushroom and meat sauce provided by the schools on March 11 was prepared by the catering company the previous day, stored without refrigeration, and not reheated before serving the next day. A total of 31 patient anal swabs, 16 food samples, and 14 kitchen staff anal swabs were sent for laboratory testing. Clostridium perfringens was isolated from 22 case samples. Among these, type A Clostridium perfringens (alpha toxin) was detected in 8 case samples, 4 kitchen staff anal swabs, and 2 retained samples of the mushroom and meat sauce.
Conclusions
The incident is a food poisoning outbreak caused by Clostridium perfringens contamination in schools. Avoiding cross contamination and ensuring proper storage are key to preventing Clostridium perfringens food poisoning.
8.Quality Evaluation of Losartan Potassium Tablets Based on National Drug Sampling and Testing
Lin PEI ; Dazhong DING ; Longhua YANG ; Zhao YANG ; Jialiang ZHU
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(9):1405-1409
Objective To evaluate the quality profile of losartan potassium tablets in China based on national drug sampling and testing,to assess their safety,efficacy,and potential quality risks,and to provide evidence for improving quality standards along with feasible regulatory recommendations.Method A comprehensive evaluation was conducted on 196 sampled batches using statutory standards combined with exploratory studies,including tests for related substances,moisture,nitrites,nitrosamine,and azide genotoxic impurities.Results The compliance rate under statutory standards was 100%.However,exploratory analyses identified variations in moisture and nitrite levels among products,although genotoxic impurities and related substances were either undetectable or well below regulatory limits.Conclusions Losartan potassium tablets demonstrate satisfactory quality,though existing standards require further refinement by adding moisture and nitrite specifications.
9.Yunpi Huatan Tongqiao Prescription Regulates Microglial Cell Polarization Phenotype to Improve Inflammation and Cognitive Impairment in OSA Mice by Down-regulating Glycolysis
Wenyan PU ; Anqi LIU ; Yan LIN ; Xuejun LI ; Hongyu ZHANG ; Zhiyan JIANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(22):35-42
ObjectiveTo validate the efficacy of Yunpi Huatan Tongqiao prescription (YHTP) in down-regulating glycolysis to modulate microglia phenotype and improve inflammation and cognitive memory deficits in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) mice. MethodForty-eight male Balb/C mice were randomly divided into a normal group, a model group, a montelukast sodium group (30 mg·kg-1), and low, medium, and high dose groups of YHTP (8.28, 16.56, and 33.12 g·kg-1), with 8 mice in each group. All groups, except the normal group, received intraperitoneal injections of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and underwent chronic intermittent hypoxia (CIH) modeling for 4 weeks. Subsequently, the mice were treated with medications for 4 weeks and then sampled. Animal behavioral tests assessed memory impairment due to hypoxia. Real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) was used to measure mRNA expression levels of M1-associated inflammatory factors interleukin-1β (IL-1β), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and markers such as T lymphocyte activation antigen (CD86) and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), as well as M2-associated inflammatory factors interleukin-10 (IL-10), transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β), and the marker mannose receptor (CD206) in hippocampal tissue. Western blot was employed to detect differences in the expression of M1 and M2 microglia phenotypic markers (CD86, CD206) and glycolysis-related proteins glucose transporter type 1 (GLUT1), hexokinase 2 (HK2), phosphofructokinase (PFKM), pyruvate kinase 2 (PKM2), and monocarboxylic acid transporter 1 (MCT1). ResultBehavioral tests showed that compared to the results in the normal group, the Y-maze autonomous alternation rate was significantly reduced in the model group (P<0.01). The latency time for the target hole in the Barnes' maze during the training period (days 2, 3, 4) and testing period (days 5, 12) was significantly increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). M1 glial cell markers CD86 and iNOS, as well as inflammatory factors IL-1β and TNF-α mRNA, were significantly elevated (P<0.01). In contrast, the mRNA expression of M2 glial cell markers IL-10, CD206, and TGF-β was significantly reduced (P<0.01). The protein expression of glycolytic proteins HK2, PFKM, PKM2, MCT1, and the M1 marker CD86 was significantly increased (P<0.05, P<0.01), while M2 marker CD206 protein expression was significantly decreased (P<0.01). Compared to the results in the model group, the Y-maze autonomous alternation rate was significantly increased in the medium and high dose groups of YHTP (P<0.05, P<0.01). The latency time for the target hole during the training (day 4) and testing periods (days 5, 12) was significantly reduced (P<0.01). Real-time PCR results indicated that mRNA expression levels of M1-related pro-inflammatory factors in the hippocampal tissue were significantly reduced in the low, medium, and high dose groups of YHTP (P<0.01), while M2-related inflammatory factors' mRNA expression was significantly increased (P<0.01). Western blot results showed that in the medium and high dose groups of YHTP, the expression of the M1 marker CD86 in the hippocampus was reduced, whereas the expression of the M2 marker CD206 was significantly increased (P<0.01), with a significant decrease in the expression of glycolysis-related proteins (P<0.01). ConclusionYHTP can improve inflammation and cognitive impairment induced by hypoxia in OSA model mice. This is achieved by downregulating glycolysis in brain microglia, inhibiting M1 activation, reducing pro-inflammatory factor release, and promoting M2 activation, thereby exerting a therapeutic effect on inflammation and cognitive impairment caused by OSA.
10.Influencing factors of anxiety symptoms in firstborn preschool children
Aimei YE ; Feng CHEN ; Yuzhong YE ; Changcan HUANG ; Junmin LI ; Yanshan WANG ; Dongxi LU ; Mujin GUO ; Weige WU ; Xiaoling LIN ; Dali LU
Sichuan Mental Health 2024;37(6):537-542
BackgroundSibling relationships play a critical role in shaping anxiety symptoms in firstborn children. Anxiety symptoms often originate in early childhood and can persist into adolescence and adulthood. However, there is insufficient research on anxiety symptoms in preschool children, especially firstborn preschool children. ObjectiveTo explore the influencing factors of anxiety symptoms among firstborn preschool children, so as to provide references for the intervention of anxiety symptom for children in families with multiple children. MethodsFrom October to December 2021, a total of 8 449 children from 234 kindergartens in Longhua District of Shenzhen were included using a cluster sampling method. Sibling Inventory of Behavior (SIB) and Spence Preschool Anxiety Scale (SPAS) were used to investigate. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify influencing factors of anxiety symptoms in firstborn preschool children. ResultsA total of 8 419 (99.64%) valid questionnaires were collected. Anxiety symptoms were detected in 344(4.09%) firstborn preschool children. Statistically significant differences were observed between anxiety group and non-anxiety group in terms of household registration, monthly family income, maternal age, maternal education level, paternal education level, family living conditions and whether they are left-behind children (χ2/t=9.906, 33.490, 5.136, 13.485, 9.690, 17.332, 21.975, P<0.05 or 0.01). Compared with non-anxiety group, children in the anxiety group scored higher on the SIB dimensions of rivalry, aggression and avoidance (t=165.322, 74.471, 286.419, P<0.01), and lower on companionship, empathy and teaching (t=59.133, 42.417, 39.112, P<0.01). Risk factors for anxiety symptoms in firstborn preschool children included left-behind children, as well as negative sibling relationships characterized by rivalry and avoidance (OR=1.195, 1.143, 1.260, P<0.05 or 0.01). ConclusionFirstborn preschool children who are left-behind are more susceptible to anxiety symptoms. Negative sibling relationships, characterized by competition and avoidance, may also contribute to the emergence of anxiety symptoms in firstborn preschool children.


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