1.Mechanism of alpha-synuclein in mitochondrial damage induced by Parkinson's disease
Jingying WANG ; Binbin REN ; Suna MA ; Yueyue YANG ; Song WU ; Mengya GUAN
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(17):3668-3674
BACKGROUND:Currently,the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease is not clear.Relevant studies have shown that α-synuclein and mitochondria are closely related to the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease.It mainly involves oxidative stress,mitochondrial complex damage,calcium homeostasis,mitochondrial dynamics and mitochondrial quality control.OBJECTIVE:To review the association between α-synuclein and mitochondrial damage in Parkinson's disease.METHODS:The first author searched more than 50 documents from CNKI and WanFang databases from 2010 to 2024 using the keywords of"Parkinson's disease,mitochondrial damage and mechanism,α-synuclein"in Chinese as well as more than 750 documents from PubMed between 2010 and 2024 using the keywords of"Parkinson's disease,alpha-synuclein,mitochondria,oxidative stress,calcium homeostasis,mitophagy,mitochondrial dynamics,mitochondrial protein introduction"in English.Finally,70 documents were included for review.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Recent studies have confirmed the important role of mitochondrial dysfunction in the pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease,and the interaction between α-synuclein and mitochondria is a particularly significant factor in the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease.The cascade of events that begin with naturally unfolded α-synuclein and eventually form mature fibril is collectively known as α-synuclein aggregation.The toxicity of aggregation accumulates in dopaminergic neurons and then disrupts mitochondrial function,thereby triggering Parkinson's disease.Therefore,the underlying mechanism of this bidirectional relationship between α-synuclein and mitochondrial dysfunction may provide new insights into the pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease.
2.Study on deep learning image reconstruction to improve image quality in dynamic stress myocardial CT perfusion imaging
Chulan OU ; Liqi CAO ; Mengya GUO ; Yuelong YANG ; Junqing YANG ; Chang LIU ; Jiayu CHEN ; Ximing CAO ; Xinyun LI ; Hui LIU
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2025;59(1):27-35
Objective:To explore the capability of deep learning image reconstruction (DLIR) compared to adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction (ASiR-V) in improving the image quality and myocardial edge sharpness of dynamic stress myocardial CT perfusion imaging (CTP).Methods:Thirty subjects who underwent dynamic stress myocardial CTP at Guangdong Provincial People′s Hospital from September 2023 to February 2024 were recruited. Image data of all enrolled patients were reconstructed using ASiR-V 50%, ASiR-V 80%, medium-intensity DLIR(DLIR-M), and high-intensity DLIR(DLIR-H), respectively. Regions of interest were selected in the left ventricular cavity, interventricular septum, and left ventricular lateral wall for measurement of CT values and standard deviations (SD), and calculation of signal to noise ratio (SNR) and contrast to noise ratio (CNR). Matlab was utilized to obtain the differences (d) and slopes (s) of CT value changes at four left ventricular myocardial edges for objective edge sharpness evaluation. Two radiologists subjectively scored the images for noise, natural appearance, and edge sharpness. In case of disagreement between the two radiologists, a third senior radiologist′s score was decisive. Left ventricular myocardial blood flow (MBF) of ASiR-V and DLIR images with lower SD, higher SNR and CNR were calculated, respectively. When the normal distribution was satisfied, the independent sample t test was used for comparison between two groups, and the random block design ANOVA was used for comparison between multiple groups. And analysis was conducted using Friedman test for non-normally distributed data, and Bonferroni correction for pairwise comparisons. Results:There were statistically significant differences in SD, SNR, and CNR among the four images in the interventricular septum and left ventricular lateral wall (all P<0.05), with ASiR-V 80% and DLIR-H demonstrating the lowest SD, highest SNR and CNR, and the subjective image noise score. Statistically significant differences were observed in d and s for the four left ventricular myocardial edges (all P<0.05), with DLIR-M and DLIR-H exhibiting the best objective edge sharpness [5 (5, 5)], and ASiR-V 80% the worst [3.5 (3, 4)]. In the subjective scores for natural appearance, DLIR-M and DLIR-H received the highest scores [5 (5, 5)], while ASiR-V 80% received the lowest scores [3 (3, 4)], with statistically significant differences (all P<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in MBF values calculated from ASiR-V 80% and DLIR-H images (all P>0.05). Conclusions:The SD value, SNR and CNR of dynamic stress myocardial CTP images reconstructed by DLIR-H are equivalent to ASiR-V 80%, and using DLIR-H can improve the edge sharpness of left ventricular myocardium without affecting the calculation of MBF.
3.Summary of best evidence for management strategies of perinatal intraventricular hemorrhage in preterm infants
Fei SHEN ; Hui RONG ; Rui CHENG ; Banghong XU ; Mengya YU ; Zhouxuan HUANG ; Yang YANG ; Xianwen LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(10):873-882
Objective:To integrate the best available evidence regarding the management of perinatal intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in preterm infants.Methods:Using keywords such as "intracranial hemorrhage", "intraventricular hemorrhage", "germinal matrix hemorrhage", and their Chinese equivalents, we systematically searched for clinical decisions, guidelines, expert consensuses, evidence summaries, group standards, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to IVH management in preterm infants. Data sources included BMJ Best Practice, UpToDate, World Health Organization website, Guidelines International Network, National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network, Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, National Guideline Clearinghouse, American Academy of Pediatrics, Canadian Paediatric Society, European Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants, British Association of Perinatal Medicine, Yiigle, Cochrane Library, Joanna Briggs Institute, PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL, MEDLINE, Embase, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data, and SinoMed. The search period spanned from January 2015 to December 2024. Literature screening, quality appraisal, evidence extraction, and synthesis were performed independently according to uniform standards.Results:A total of 12 publications were included, comprising three clinical decisions, three evidence-based guidelines, and six expert consensuses. Thirty-seven best evidence statements were synthesized across four domains: risk factor identification, diagnosis and monitoring, antenatal and delivery room management, and neonatal intensive care unit management. These included 28 strong recommendations (Grade A) and nine weak recommendations (Grade B).Conclusion:The 37 summarized best evidence statements provide an evidence-based foundation for developing clinical management protocols for perinatal IVH in preterm infants.
4.The language abilities comparison between children aged 3-6 with developmental delay and those with autism
Mengke JIN ; Mengya YIN ; Yang MA ; Yang SHI ; Aimin LIANG ; Ao CHEN ; Chunyan QU
Journal of Audiology and Speech Pathology 2025;33(2):115-118
Objective To investigate the differences of language abilities between children with developmental delay(DD)and those with autism spectrum disorder(ASD)aged 3-6 years,and to provide references for clinical differential diagnosis and subsequent rehabilitation therapy.Methods In this study,61 cases of DD children and 61 cases of ASD chil-dren were selected.The language ability of children was assessed using the"Children's Language Ability Assessment Stand-ards and Methods",which evaluated grammar,comprehension,expression and communication abilities.Results Children with DD showed better comprehension and social skills but weaker grammar and expressive abilities.Children with ASD generally had lower levels in all language areas.There was no significant difference in the average language ability or expres-sive ability the two groups(P>0.05),but the language comprehension ability and communication ability of the ASD group were significantly lower than those of the DD group(P<0.05).The grammar ability of the ASD group was higher than that of the DD group(P<0.05).Conclusion The levels of different language areas of children with DD and ASD children are significantly different.Language ability tests can assist in the differential diagnosis of DD and ASD children,and provide reference for language rehabilitation training.
5.The language abilities comparison between children aged 3-6 with developmental delay and those with autism
Mengke JIN ; Mengya YIN ; Yang MA ; Yang SHI ; Aimin LIANG ; Ao CHEN ; Chunyan QU
Journal of Audiology and Speech Pathology 2025;33(2):115-118
Objective To investigate the differences of language abilities between children with developmental delay(DD)and those with autism spectrum disorder(ASD)aged 3-6 years,and to provide references for clinical differential diagnosis and subsequent rehabilitation therapy.Methods In this study,61 cases of DD children and 61 cases of ASD chil-dren were selected.The language ability of children was assessed using the"Children's Language Ability Assessment Stand-ards and Methods",which evaluated grammar,comprehension,expression and communication abilities.Results Children with DD showed better comprehension and social skills but weaker grammar and expressive abilities.Children with ASD generally had lower levels in all language areas.There was no significant difference in the average language ability or expres-sive ability the two groups(P>0.05),but the language comprehension ability and communication ability of the ASD group were significantly lower than those of the DD group(P<0.05).The grammar ability of the ASD group was higher than that of the DD group(P<0.05).Conclusion The levels of different language areas of children with DD and ASD children are significantly different.Language ability tests can assist in the differential diagnosis of DD and ASD children,and provide reference for language rehabilitation training.
6.Study on deep learning image reconstruction to improve image quality in dynamic stress myocardial CT perfusion imaging
Chulan OU ; Liqi CAO ; Mengya GUO ; Yuelong YANG ; Junqing YANG ; Chang LIU ; Jiayu CHEN ; Ximing CAO ; Xinyun LI ; Hui LIU
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2025;59(1):27-35
Objective:To explore the capability of deep learning image reconstruction (DLIR) compared to adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction (ASiR-V) in improving the image quality and myocardial edge sharpness of dynamic stress myocardial CT perfusion imaging (CTP).Methods:Thirty subjects who underwent dynamic stress myocardial CTP at Guangdong Provincial People′s Hospital from September 2023 to February 2024 were recruited. Image data of all enrolled patients were reconstructed using ASiR-V 50%, ASiR-V 80%, medium-intensity DLIR(DLIR-M), and high-intensity DLIR(DLIR-H), respectively. Regions of interest were selected in the left ventricular cavity, interventricular septum, and left ventricular lateral wall for measurement of CT values and standard deviations (SD), and calculation of signal to noise ratio (SNR) and contrast to noise ratio (CNR). Matlab was utilized to obtain the differences (d) and slopes (s) of CT value changes at four left ventricular myocardial edges for objective edge sharpness evaluation. Two radiologists subjectively scored the images for noise, natural appearance, and edge sharpness. In case of disagreement between the two radiologists, a third senior radiologist′s score was decisive. Left ventricular myocardial blood flow (MBF) of ASiR-V and DLIR images with lower SD, higher SNR and CNR were calculated, respectively. When the normal distribution was satisfied, the independent sample t test was used for comparison between two groups, and the random block design ANOVA was used for comparison between multiple groups. And analysis was conducted using Friedman test for non-normally distributed data, and Bonferroni correction for pairwise comparisons. Results:There were statistically significant differences in SD, SNR, and CNR among the four images in the interventricular septum and left ventricular lateral wall (all P<0.05), with ASiR-V 80% and DLIR-H demonstrating the lowest SD, highest SNR and CNR, and the subjective image noise score. Statistically significant differences were observed in d and s for the four left ventricular myocardial edges (all P<0.05), with DLIR-M and DLIR-H exhibiting the best objective edge sharpness [5 (5, 5)], and ASiR-V 80% the worst [3.5 (3, 4)]. In the subjective scores for natural appearance, DLIR-M and DLIR-H received the highest scores [5 (5, 5)], while ASiR-V 80% received the lowest scores [3 (3, 4)], with statistically significant differences (all P<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in MBF values calculated from ASiR-V 80% and DLIR-H images (all P>0.05). Conclusions:The SD value, SNR and CNR of dynamic stress myocardial CTP images reconstructed by DLIR-H are equivalent to ASiR-V 80%, and using DLIR-H can improve the edge sharpness of left ventricular myocardium without affecting the calculation of MBF.
7.Mechanism of alpha-synuclein in mitochondrial damage induced by Parkinson's disease
Jingying WANG ; Binbin REN ; Suna MA ; Yueyue YANG ; Song WU ; Mengya GUAN
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(17):3668-3674
BACKGROUND:Currently,the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease is not clear.Relevant studies have shown that α-synuclein and mitochondria are closely related to the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease.It mainly involves oxidative stress,mitochondrial complex damage,calcium homeostasis,mitochondrial dynamics and mitochondrial quality control.OBJECTIVE:To review the association between α-synuclein and mitochondrial damage in Parkinson's disease.METHODS:The first author searched more than 50 documents from CNKI and WanFang databases from 2010 to 2024 using the keywords of"Parkinson's disease,mitochondrial damage and mechanism,α-synuclein"in Chinese as well as more than 750 documents from PubMed between 2010 and 2024 using the keywords of"Parkinson's disease,alpha-synuclein,mitochondria,oxidative stress,calcium homeostasis,mitophagy,mitochondrial dynamics,mitochondrial protein introduction"in English.Finally,70 documents were included for review.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Recent studies have confirmed the important role of mitochondrial dysfunction in the pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease,and the interaction between α-synuclein and mitochondria is a particularly significant factor in the pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease.The cascade of events that begin with naturally unfolded α-synuclein and eventually form mature fibril is collectively known as α-synuclein aggregation.The toxicity of aggregation accumulates in dopaminergic neurons and then disrupts mitochondrial function,thereby triggering Parkinson's disease.Therefore,the underlying mechanism of this bidirectional relationship between α-synuclein and mitochondrial dysfunction may provide new insights into the pathophysiology of Parkinson's disease.
8.Summary of best evidence for management strategies of perinatal intraventricular hemorrhage in preterm infants
Fei SHEN ; Hui RONG ; Rui CHENG ; Banghong XU ; Mengya YU ; Zhouxuan HUANG ; Yang YANG ; Xianwen LI
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2025;28(10):873-882
Objective:To integrate the best available evidence regarding the management of perinatal intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in preterm infants.Methods:Using keywords such as "intracranial hemorrhage", "intraventricular hemorrhage", "germinal matrix hemorrhage", and their Chinese equivalents, we systematically searched for clinical decisions, guidelines, expert consensuses, evidence summaries, group standards, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to IVH management in preterm infants. Data sources included BMJ Best Practice, UpToDate, World Health Organization website, Guidelines International Network, National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network, Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, National Guideline Clearinghouse, American Academy of Pediatrics, Canadian Paediatric Society, European Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants, British Association of Perinatal Medicine, Yiigle, Cochrane Library, Joanna Briggs Institute, PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL, MEDLINE, Embase, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data, and SinoMed. The search period spanned from January 2015 to December 2024. Literature screening, quality appraisal, evidence extraction, and synthesis were performed independently according to uniform standards.Results:A total of 12 publications were included, comprising three clinical decisions, three evidence-based guidelines, and six expert consensuses. Thirty-seven best evidence statements were synthesized across four domains: risk factor identification, diagnosis and monitoring, antenatal and delivery room management, and neonatal intensive care unit management. These included 28 strong recommendations (Grade A) and nine weak recommendations (Grade B).Conclusion:The 37 summarized best evidence statements provide an evidence-based foundation for developing clinical management protocols for perinatal IVH in preterm infants.
9.Treatment of Endometriosis from the Perspective of "Retention due to Deficiency Qi"
Yujuan ZHANG ; Youhua ZHU ; Jiajing ZHAO ; Yanan YANG ; Mengya BU ; Mengxin FANG ; Yuxiao HUANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(9):954-957
It is believed that retention due to deficient qi is an important pathogenesis of endometriosis (EMs). Deficient qi is the root of the disease, mainly manifested as spleen deficiency, while retention is the branch pathogenesis of the disease, mainly with blood stasis, complicated with constraint, phlegm, heat, toxin and other pathological factors. Therefore, it is proposed to follow the treatment principle of supplementing deficiency and unblocking stagnation, and take the methods of replenishing qi and fortifying the spleen, removing stasis and eliminating concretions. Self-made Fuzheng Huayu Formula (扶正化瘀方) is taken as the basic formula, and can be modified with the symptoms in menstrual and non-menstrual periods. Additionally, the methods of moving qi, dispelling phlegm, clearing heat, relieving toxin and others can be combined, and it is recommended to treat the root and the branch simultaneously.
10.Epidemic characteristics of measles and efforts to control measles infections in Zhejiang Province, China
Rui YAN ; Mengya YANG ; Hanqing HE ; Yan FENG ; Yang ZHOU ; Xuewen TANG ; Xuan DENG ; Yao ZHU ; Yuxia DU ; Can CHEN ; Cao KEXIN ; Shigui YANG ;
Epidemiology and Health 2024;46(1):e2024075-
OBJECTIVES:
Several countries have successfully eliminated measles, and China is making significant strides toward achieving this goal. This study focused on investigating the patterns of measles infections in Zhejiang Province, China, as well as control measures. The objective was to provide valuable insights that could contribute to the development of nationwide elimination strategies.
METHODS:
We analyzed measles surveillance data from 2005 to 2022 in Zhejiang Province. We utilized a joinpoint regression model to examine trends in measles. Additionally, we employed SaTScan version 9.5 to identify spatial-temporal clusters. Finally, we used an age-period-cohort model to assess the effects of age, period, and cohort.
RESULTS:
The age-standardized incidence rate (ASIR) of measles infection in Zhejiang Province from 2005 to 2022 was 5.24 per 100,000, showing a consistent and significant downward trend with an annual percentage change of -24.93% (p<0.05). After 2020, the ASIR for measles infection fell to below 0.1 per 100,000. The majority of measles cases occurred in individuals either without an immunization history or with an unknown immunization status, representing 41.06% and 41.40% of the cases from 2010 to 2022, respectively. According to data from the National Measles Surveillance System, the annual rate of discarded measles cases from 2009 to 2014, and the annual rate of discarded measles and rubella cases from 2015 to 2022, were both above 2 per 100,000, indicating the high sensitivity of the measles surveillance system.
CONCLUSIONS
The significant reduction in measles incidence from 2005 to 2022 demonstrates substantial progress in Zhejiang Province towards the elimination of measles.

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