1.Wendantang Regulates Energy Metabolism in Treatment of Myocardial Ischemia via SIRT3/PGC-1α Pathway
Xinjun ZHANG ; Zhiqiang XIAO ; Jia LU ; Wenliang DUN ; Ning GU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(2):1-8
ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanism by which Wendantang regulates the silent information regulator 3 (SIRT3)/peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma coactivator-1α (PGC-1α) pathway to influence energy metabolism and thereby prevent and treat myocardial ischemia (MI) in a rat model of hyperlipidemia (HL). MethodsThirty SD rats were randomly assigned into five groups: control, model, low-dose (3.702 g·kg-1·d-1) Wendantang, high-dose (7.404 g·kg-1·d-1) Wendantang, and positive control (trimetazidine, 0.006 g·kg-1·d-1), with six rats in each group. The control group was fed normally, while the other groups were fed with a high-fat diet for six weeks for the modeling of HL. Subsequently, the drug intervention groups were administrated with corresponding drugs by gavage, and the control and model groups received an equivalent volume of normal saline for 14 days. One hour after the last gavage, the other groups except the control group were injected intraperitoneally with posterior pituitary hormone (30 U·kg-1) to induce MI. Electrocardiography (ECG) was employed to detect changes in the electrocardiogram. Hematoxylin-eosin staining was performed to observe cardiac pathological changes. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was employed to measure the serum levels of cardiac troponin I(cTnI), myoglobin (MYO), and creatine kinase-MB (CK-MB). Colorimetry was used to determine the levels of total cholesterol (TC) and triglycerides (TG) in the serum and ATP, malondialdehyde (MDA), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) in the myocardial tissue. Western blot was employed to determine the protein levels of SIRT3, PGC-1α, adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK), and phosphorylated AMPK (p-AMPK) in the myocardial tissue. Real-time PCR was employed to measure the mRNA levels of SIRT3, PGC-1α, and AMPKα in the myocardial tissue. ResultsCompared with the control group, the model group showed significant J-point deviation and elevation in the ECG image, increased heart rate, disarrangement of myocardial fibers with unclear boundaries, elevated levels of CK-MB, cTnI, MYO, TC, and TG (P<0.05, P<0.01), declined levels of SOD and ATP (P<0.01), down-regulated mRNA levels of SIRT3, PGC-1α, and AMPK (P<0.05), and down-regulated protein levels of SIRT3, PGC-1α, and p-AMPK (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the low-dose and high-dose Wendantang groups and the trimetazidine group showed inhibited J-point deviation and elevation in the ECG image, slowed heart rate, reduced inflammatory cell infiltration, alleviated disarrangement of myocardial fibers, declined levels of CK-MB, cTnI, MYO, TC, and TG (P<0.05, P<0.01), elevated level of SOD (P<0.01), up-regulated mRNA levels of SIRT3, PGC-1α, and AMPK (P<0.05, P<0.01) and up-regulated protein levels of SIRT3, PGC-1α, and p-AMPK (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionWendantang can effectively intervene in HL-associated MI in rats by reducing oxidative stress in myocardial cells, alleviating lipid metabolism disorders, and improving myocardial energy metabolism via the SIRT3/PGC-1α signaling pathway.
2.Preliminary application of sacral neuromodulation in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia complicated with underactive bladder after transurethral resection of the prostate
Ning LIU ; Yan ZHANG ; Tao LI ; Qiang HU ; Kai LU ; Lei ZHANG ; Jianping WU ; Shuqiu CHEN ; Bin XU ; Ming CHEN
Journal of Modern Urology 2025;30(1):39-42
[Objective] To evaluate the efficacy and safety of sacral neuromodulation (SNM) in the treatment of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) complicated with underactive bladder (UAB) who respond poorly to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). [Methods] A retrospective analysis was performed on 10 patients with BPH and UAB treated with TURP by the same surgeon in Zhongda Hospital Southeast University during Jan.2018 and Jan.2023.The residual urine volume was not significantly relieved after operation, and the maximum urine flow rate and urine volume per discharge were not significantly improved.All patients underwent phase I SNM, and urinary diaries were recorded before and after surgery to observe the average daily frequency of urination, volume per urination, maximum urine flow rate, and residual urine volume. [Results] The operation time was (97.6±11.2) min.During the postoperative test of 2-4 weeks, if the residual urine volume reduction by more than 50% was deemed as effective, SNM was effective in 6 patients (60.0%). Compared with preoperative results, the daily frequency of urination [(20.2±3.8) times vs. (13.2±3.2) times], volume per urination [(119.2±56.7) mL vs. (246.5±59.2) mL], maximum urine flow rate [(8.7±1.5) mL/s vs. (16.5±2.6) mL/s], and residual urine volume [(222.5±55.0) mL vs. (80.8±16.0) mL] were significantly improved, with statistical significance (P<0.05). There were no complications such as bleeding, infection, fever or pain.The 6 patients who had effective outcomes successfully completed phase II surgery, and the fistula was removed.During the follow-up of 1 year, the curative effect was stable, and there were no complications such as electrode displacement, incision infection, or pain in the irritation sites.The residual urine volume of the other 4 unsuccessful patients did not improve significantly, and the electrodes were removed and the vesicostomy tube was retained. [Conclusion] SNM is safe and effective in the treatment of BPH with UAB patients with poor curative effects after TURP.
3.Update on the treatment navigation for functional cure of chronic hepatitis B: Expert consensus 2.0
Di WU ; Jia-Horng KAO ; Teerha PIRATVISUTH ; Xiaojing WANG ; Patrick T.F. KENNEDY ; Motoyuki OTSUKA ; Sang Hoon AHN ; Yasuhito TANAKA ; Guiqiang WANG ; Zhenghong YUAN ; Wenhui LI ; Young-Suk LIM ; Junqi NIU ; Fengmin LU ; Wenhong ZHANG ; Zhiliang GAO ; Apichat KAEWDECH ; Meifang HAN ; Weiming YAN ; Hong REN ; Peng HU ; Sainan SHU ; Paul Yien KWO ; Fu-sheng WANG ; Man-Fung YUEN ; Qin NING
Clinical and Molecular Hepatology 2025;31(Suppl):S134-S164
As new evidence emerges, treatment strategies toward the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B are evolving. In 2019, a panel of national hepatologists published a Consensus Statement on the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B. Currently, an international group of hepatologists has been assembled to evaluate research since the publication of the original consensus, and to collaboratively develop the updated statements. The 2.0 Consensus was aimed to update the original consensus with the latest available studies, and provide a comprehensive overview of the current relevant scientific literatures regarding functional cure of hepatitis B, with a particular focus on issues that are not yet fully clarified. These cover the definition of functional cure of hepatitis B, its mechanisms and barriers, the effective strategies and treatment roadmap to achieve this endpoint, in particular new surrogate biomarkers used to measure efficacy or to predict response, and the appropriate approach to pursuing a functional cure in special populations, the development of emerging antivirals and immunomodulators with potential for curing hepatitis B. The statements are primarily intended to offer international guidance for clinicians in their practice to enhance the functional cure rate of chronic hepatitis B.
4.Update on the treatment navigation for functional cure of chronic hepatitis B: Expert consensus 2.0
Di WU ; Jia-Horng KAO ; Teerha PIRATVISUTH ; Xiaojing WANG ; Patrick T.F. KENNEDY ; Motoyuki OTSUKA ; Sang Hoon AHN ; Yasuhito TANAKA ; Guiqiang WANG ; Zhenghong YUAN ; Wenhui LI ; Young-Suk LIM ; Junqi NIU ; Fengmin LU ; Wenhong ZHANG ; Zhiliang GAO ; Apichat KAEWDECH ; Meifang HAN ; Weiming YAN ; Hong REN ; Peng HU ; Sainan SHU ; Paul Yien KWO ; Fu-sheng WANG ; Man-Fung YUEN ; Qin NING
Clinical and Molecular Hepatology 2025;31(Suppl):S134-S164
As new evidence emerges, treatment strategies toward the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B are evolving. In 2019, a panel of national hepatologists published a Consensus Statement on the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B. Currently, an international group of hepatologists has been assembled to evaluate research since the publication of the original consensus, and to collaboratively develop the updated statements. The 2.0 Consensus was aimed to update the original consensus with the latest available studies, and provide a comprehensive overview of the current relevant scientific literatures regarding functional cure of hepatitis B, with a particular focus on issues that are not yet fully clarified. These cover the definition of functional cure of hepatitis B, its mechanisms and barriers, the effective strategies and treatment roadmap to achieve this endpoint, in particular new surrogate biomarkers used to measure efficacy or to predict response, and the appropriate approach to pursuing a functional cure in special populations, the development of emerging antivirals and immunomodulators with potential for curing hepatitis B. The statements are primarily intended to offer international guidance for clinicians in their practice to enhance the functional cure rate of chronic hepatitis B.
5.Update on the treatment navigation for functional cure of chronic hepatitis B: Expert consensus 2.0
Di WU ; Jia-Horng KAO ; Teerha PIRATVISUTH ; Xiaojing WANG ; Patrick T.F. KENNEDY ; Motoyuki OTSUKA ; Sang Hoon AHN ; Yasuhito TANAKA ; Guiqiang WANG ; Zhenghong YUAN ; Wenhui LI ; Young-Suk LIM ; Junqi NIU ; Fengmin LU ; Wenhong ZHANG ; Zhiliang GAO ; Apichat KAEWDECH ; Meifang HAN ; Weiming YAN ; Hong REN ; Peng HU ; Sainan SHU ; Paul Yien KWO ; Fu-sheng WANG ; Man-Fung YUEN ; Qin NING
Clinical and Molecular Hepatology 2025;31(Suppl):S134-S164
As new evidence emerges, treatment strategies toward the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B are evolving. In 2019, a panel of national hepatologists published a Consensus Statement on the functional cure of chronic hepatitis B. Currently, an international group of hepatologists has been assembled to evaluate research since the publication of the original consensus, and to collaboratively develop the updated statements. The 2.0 Consensus was aimed to update the original consensus with the latest available studies, and provide a comprehensive overview of the current relevant scientific literatures regarding functional cure of hepatitis B, with a particular focus on issues that are not yet fully clarified. These cover the definition of functional cure of hepatitis B, its mechanisms and barriers, the effective strategies and treatment roadmap to achieve this endpoint, in particular new surrogate biomarkers used to measure efficacy or to predict response, and the appropriate approach to pursuing a functional cure in special populations, the development of emerging antivirals and immunomodulators with potential for curing hepatitis B. The statements are primarily intended to offer international guidance for clinicians in their practice to enhance the functional cure rate of chronic hepatitis B.
6.Association between mental health and muscle strength among Chinese adolescents aged 13-18
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(9):1232-1236
Objective:
To explore the association between mental health and muscle strength among Chinese adolescents aged 13- 18, providing a theoretical foundation and intervention strategies for mental health promotion.
Methods:
Data were obtained from the 2019 Chinese National Survey on Students Constitution and Health, including 98 631 Chinese adolescents aged 13- 18. Psychological distress was assessed by using the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10), and mental well being was measured with the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well being Scale (WEMWBS). Based on the gender and age specific Z scores of various test items [grip strength, standing long jump, pull ups (for males), and sit ups (for females)], muscle strength index (MSI) was constructed to evaluate the comprehensive level of muscle strength in adolescents. According to the Dual factor Model (DFM) of mental health, participants were categorized into four groups:troubled, symptomatic but content, vulnerable, and complete mental health. Gender differences were analyzed by using Chi-square tests, trends were tested with Cochran-Armitage tests, and multinomial Logistic regression models were applied to assess associations between muscle strength and mental health among adolescents.
Results:
In 2019, 37.4% of Chinese adolescents aged 13-18 were reported of high mental distress, and 59.9% were reported of low mental well being. Boys had significantly lower rates of high mental distress (35.3%) and low mental well being (55.6%) compared to girls (39.4%, 64.3%), and the differences were of statistical significance ( χ 2=176.13, 780.42, both P <0.05). In 2019, the rate of complete mental health among adolescents showed a downward trend with increasing age ( χ 2 trend = 258.47) and a gradual upward trend with increasing muscle strength levels ( χ 2 trend =123.14),and both boys and girls exhibited similar trends ( χ 2 trend =103.83, 168.46; 57.00 , 67.34) (all P <0.05). The results of the unordered multiclass Logistic regression model showed that after controlling for confounding factors such as age and gender, when the completely pathological group as a reference, for every 1 unit increase in MSI in adolescents, the likelihood of being in a completely mental health state increased by 29% ( OR = 1.29); for every unit increase in the Z-score for pull ups, the likelihood of being in a completely mental health state increased by 6% ( OR =1.06) among boys; for every 1 unit increase in sit up Z score, the likelihood of being in a completely mental health state increased by 19% ( OR =1.19) among girls (all P <0.05).
Conclusions
The mental health status of Chinese adolescents is not good enough. Muscle strength is positively associated with mental health.
7.Construction and application evaluation of off-label drug use evaluation system in cancer hospital
Jinglin LIU ; Weiping WANG ; Hongtao WANG ; Ning GAO ; Chao ZHANG ; Xibei ZHOU ; Chunnuan WU ; Lu LU ; Jie ZHANG ; Xiaokun SONG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(17):2082-2087
OBJECTIVE To provide reference for strengthening the standardized management of off-label drug use in cancer hospitals. METHODS The evaluation system for off-label drug use was established to standardize the application, approval, and filing process for off-label drug use in our hospital. The changes in off-label drug application quantity, proportion, disease category and drug category in our hospital were compared before (October 1st, 2021-September 30th, 2022) and after (October 1st, 2022- September 30th, 2023) the establishment of the evaluation system; drug items supported by high-level evidence screened by pharmacy department were analyzed statistically. RESULTS The number of off-label drug use applications in our hospital had gradually increased, from 306 pieces in the fourth quarter of 2021 to 3 828 pieces in the third quarter of 2023. In the year before the construction of the evaluation system, there were a total of 4 482 applications for off-label drug use, and in the year after the construction of the evaluation system, there were 11 840 applications for off-label drug use. After the construction of the evaluation system, the proportion of unregistered off-label drug use significantly decreased, compared to the same period last year (P<0.05). Among them, there were no unregistered applications for off-label drug use for digestive system tumors, head and neck tumors, and radioactive drugs; lymphoma, breast tumors,urogenital system tumors, cytotoxic drugs and new anti-tumor drugs all had a decrease of over 70% in unregistered off-label drug applications. Twenty-seven off-label drug use items related to 19 drugs supported by high-level evidence were screened by the pharmacy department of our hospital, among which 25 items were drug use beyond indication. CONCLUSIONS The establishment of off-label drug use evaluation system in cancer hospital is helpful to the rational use and refined management of clinical anti-tumor drugs.
8.Three new sesquiterpenoids from the Alpiniae oxyphyllae Fructus
Bo-tao LU ; Yue-tong ZHU ; Xiao-ning LIU ; Hui-ying NIU ; Meng-yu ZHANG ; Wei-sheng FENG ; Yan-zhi WANG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica 2024;59(4):997-1001
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9.Effects of methimazole on urinary metabolomics in hyperthyroidism rats
Xu LU ; Ling LI ; Tao YE ; Youfeng PENG ; Jiaxin HE ; Ning ZHANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(9):1064-1069
OBJECTIVE To study the effects of methimazole on the urinary metabolomics of hyperthyroidism rats, and to preliminarily investigate its possible mechanism. METHODS Thirty SD rats were randomly divided into control group, model group and methimazole group, with 10 rats in each group. Except for the control group, the rats in the other two groups were given Levothyroxine sodium tablets 160 mg/kg by intragastric administration for 15 days; at the same time, methimazole group was additionally given methimazole 3.6 mg/kg daily by intragastric administration every day. The basic condition of the rats was observed, and the body weight and anal temperature were measured. After the last medication, the serum levels of triiodothyronine (T3), tetraiodothyronine (T4), free triiodothyronine (FT3), free tetraiodothyronine (FT4), and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) were determined; 24-hour urine was collected on the 15th day after administration. UPLC-TOF-MS was used to analyze the urine metabolomics of rats. Principal component analysis and orthogonal partial least squares-discriminant analysis were used to screen out related differential metabolites, and potential metabolic pathways were analyzed by using HMDB and KEGG. RESULTS Compared with the control group, the rectal temperature, serum levels of T3, T4, FT3 and FT4, the expressions of differential metabolites sebacic acid, cholic acid 3-O-glucuronic acid and N6, N6, N6-trimethyl-L-lysine in urine were significantly up-regulated, while body weight, serum level of TSH, the expressions of deoxycytidine and 2-oxo-4-methylthiobutanoic acid in urine were significantly down-regulated (P<0.01). Compared with model group, above indexes of rats were reversed significantly in methimazole group (P<0.01 or P<0.05). Above five differential metabolites were mainly involved in four signaling pathways: pentose and glucuronate interaction, lysine degradation, cysteine and methionine metabolism, and pyrimidine metabolism. CONCLUSIONS Methimazole might improve hyperthyroidism by modulating the four pathways of pentose and glucuronate interaction, lysine degradation, cysteine and methionine metabolism, and pyrimidine metabolism.
10.The best evidence summary for blood glucose management in patients with end-stage diabetic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis
Hongmei ZHANG ; Ning ZHANG ; Yujiao SUN ; Lili SHEN ; Yi LU ; Shiyu HAN
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2024;40(1):43-50
Objective:To retrieve, evaluate and integrate the best evidence of blood glucose management in hemodialysis patients with end-stage diabetic kidney disease, so as to provide a basis for clinical evidence-based nursing practice.Methods:BMJ Best Clinical Practice, Cochrane, OVID, Scopus, UpToDate, CNKI, Wanfang Database, Medical Pulse database, and other guideline networks and professional association websites and databases were searched for blood glucose management in hemodialysis patients with end-stage diabetic kidney disease. The search time limit was from the establishment of the database to May 10, 2023.Results:A total of 14 articles were included, including 1 clinical decision, 5 guidelines, 6 systematic reviews, 1 randomized controlled trial, and 1 expert consensus. The best evidences for blood glucose management in hemodialysis patients were summarized, including 8 aspects of pre-dialysis assessment, pre-dialysis blood glucose management, blood glucose management during dialysis, blood glucose management during dialysis interval, diet and nutrition, exercise management, lifestyle intervention and health education, with 25 pieces of evidence.Conclusions:This study summarizes the best evidence of blood glucose management in hemodialysis patients with end-stage diabetic kidney disease, and provides evidence-based basis for clinical practice for medical staff.


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