1.Interventional Effect of Active Ingredients of Chinese Medicine and Compound Formulas on Epithelial-mesenchymal Transition in Lung Cancer: A Review
Shanshan SONG ; Min JIANG ; Xinxin LIU ; Bozhen HUANG ; Siyi MA ; Guoyu WANG ; Wanqing WANG ; Luyao WANG ; Liang WANG ; Ruiqing BO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(6):336-346
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, and tumor metastasis is a key factor contributing to the mortality of most lung cancer patients. Aberrant activation of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a major driver of lung cancer progression and metastasis. EMT is characterized by the loss of apical-basal polarity and intercellular adhesion in highly differentiated, polarized, and organized epithelial cells, which acquire motility, migratory potential, and invasive properties. During this process, cells undergo cytoskeletal remodeling and transform into a mesenchymal phenotype, accompanied by associated changes in cellular markers. The EMT process is highly complex and is tightly regulated by intricate networks involving multiple transcription factors, post-translational controls, epigenetic modifications, and non-coding RNAs. Therefore, therapies targeting the mechanisms of malignant transformation and their associated pathways in lung cancer are of significant clinical importance. In recent years, EMT has attracted increasing attention as a potential target for cancer therapy. Chinese medicine, with its characteristics of multi-target action, low side effects, and good therapeutic efficacy, has demonstrated an important role in anticancer treatment. A series of studies have investigated the role of Chinese medicine in inhibiting EMT in lung cancer. Active ingredients of Chinese medicine, including flavonoids, glycosides, phenols, terpenoids, saccharides, and alkaloids, as well as Chinese medicine compound formulas, have shown significant regulatory effects on EMT. Their mechanisms mainly involve multiple pathways, targets, and links, including signaling pathways, exosomes, microRNAs (miRNAs), and the tumor-associated immune microenvironment. This article summarizes the mechanisms by which EMT promotes malignant tumor progression and reviews the current research on how Chinese medicine active ingredients, monomers, and compound formulas inhibit EMT and suppress lung cancer cell migration and invasion. This study is expected to provide comprehensive theoretical information for basic and translational research on lung cancer.
2.Clinical efficacy analysis of sulbactam-durlobactam in the treatment of postoperative pulmonary infection caused by extensively drug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii in liver transplant recipients
Yi ZHANG ; Min TIAN ; Bo WANG ; Xuemin LIU ; Xiaogang ZHANG ; Wenjing WANG
Organ Transplantation 2026;17(4):610-617
Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of sulbactam-durlobactam in the treatment of pulmonary infection caused by extensively drug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (XDR-AB) after liver transplantation. Methods A retrospective analysis was performed on the data of 3 liver transplant recipients admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University from May to December 2025, who developed postoperative XDR-AB pulmonary infection and received sulbactam-durlobactam-based anti-infective therapy. Clinical data, clinical efficacy, microbiological response, safety and outcomes were analyzed. Results All isolated strains were XDR-AB producing OXA-23 carbapenemase, and in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility testing showed sensitivity to sulbactam-durlobactam. After treatment with sulbactam-durlobactam, all 3 recipients achieved clinical cure and microbiological eradication, with a treatment course of 6-8 days and pathogen clearance time of 3-6 days. Septic shock was effectively controlled in all recipients, who were successfully weaned from mechanical ventilation, and oxygenation index and organ function scores were significantly improved. No definite nephrotoxicity or other severe adverse reactions related to sulbactam-durlobactam were observed during treatment, and the 30-day all-cause fatality was 0. Two critically ill recipients achieved rapid microbiological clearance after combined nebulized phage therapy. Conclusions Sulbactam-durlobactam-based regimen shows favorable efficacy and safety in liver transplant recipients with postoperative XDR-AB pulmonary infection, and has a promising clinical application prospect.
3.Research advance in the mechanisms of myopia control with orthokeratology in adolescent
Renxiang TANG ; Yu CHENG ; Xiaolu ZHENG ; Wei YANG ; Min FU ; Bingqin LI ; Bo LIU
Recent Advances in Ophthalmology 2025;45(5):415-420
In recent years,the global prevalence of myopia has remained high,seriously endangering the eye health of adolescents.A large number of studies have confirmed that orthokeratology lens can control or delay the progression of my-opia and reduce the incidence of fundus lesions in high myopia.Although the efficacy of myopia control with orthokeratolo-gy has been widely recognized,its exact mechanism of action is still unclear,and there are many hypotheses.This paper re-views the role of factors such as accommodation,defocus,choroidal thickness,high-order aberrations and biomechanics in myopia control with orthokeratology,and explores how these factors jointly affect the development of myopia.
4.Comparison of Domestic and International Standards for Prefilled Syringes
Xiaowen BO ; Guangyu SUN ; Aijuan LIU ; Yong SHEN ; Min ZHANG ; Lei CHEN
Herald of Medicine 2025;44(4):527-531
Objective This study aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the domestic and international standards for prefilled syringes to advance the scientific and international alignment of China's PFS standard system.Methods A thorough review of the framework,scope,and quality control key points of the 2015 national pharmaceutical packaging material standards(abbreviated as YBB standards),the ISO 11040 international standard system and the United States Pharmacopeia standard system was conducted.Comparative analysis was employed to reveal the similarities and differences among the three,thereby uncovering the unique characteristics of each.Results The YBB standards emphasize quality control for prefilled syringes,offering clear and operational guidelines that provide companies with precise directives for production and testing.However,the scope of these standards is relatively limited.ISO standards apply to a wide range of products,featuring comprehensive coverage and a degree of flexibility.They emphasize the universality of products and compatibility with other international standards,which facilitates global production and trade.USP includes several chapters related to prefilled syringes but lacks a certain level of specificity and systematic approach.Conclusion By thoroughly studying and drawing upon the quality control philosophies,standard frameworks,and key control points of prefilled syringes from both domestic and international standards,we aim to provide valuable references for the development of a robust prefilled syringe standard system within the Chinese Pharmacopoeia.
5.Autophagy in paraventricular nucleus enhances sympathetic activity in chronic heart failure rats by CK2/CaM/SK2 signaling pathway
Yue YUAN ; Wei SUN ; Jingyan ZHAO ; Yi YANG ; Min ZHANG ; Yijie DENG ; Bo GU ; Renjun WANG ; Haifeng LIU
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2025;41(7):1249-1258
AIM:To investigate whether casein kinase 2(CK2)/calmodulin(CaM)/small-conductance Ca2+-activated K+channel type 2(SK2)signaling pathway mediates autophagy-induced sympathoexcitation in the paraventricu-lar nucleus(PVN)of rats with chronic heart failure(CHF).METHODS:We randomly divided 180 Wistar rats,aged 6 to 8 weeks,into 10 groups:sham+dimethyl sulfoxide(DMSO),sham+artificial cerebrospinal(aCSF),CHF+DMSO,CHF+aCSF,CHF+rapamycin(RAPA),CHF+3-methyladenine(3-MA),CHF+5,6-dichlorobenzimidazole riboside(DRB),CHF+calmidazolium chloride(CMDZ),CHF+N-cyclohexyl-N-[2-(3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-1-yl)-6-methyl-pyrimidin-4-yl]-amine(CyPPA),and CHF+apamin groups.We measured cardiac function,hemodynamic parameters,anatomic indicators,and sympathetic drive indicators(n=18).Western blot was used to examine the protein levels of mi-crotubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3-II(LC3-II)/LC3-I,beclin-1,P62,CK2α,SK2,and phosphorylated CaM.The number of SK2-positive neurons was measured using immunofluorescence staining.The NG108 cells were randomly divided into 6 groups:DMSO,aCSF,RAPA,3-MA,RAPA+DRB,and RAPA+CMDZ groups.Radioisotope 32P-ATP pro-tein kinase activity assays were used to detect CK2 activity in cultured NG108 cells.We used Western blot to examine the protein levels of CK2α,SK2,and phosphorylated CaM.RESULTS:Compared with CHF rats treated with vehicle,CHF rats treated with RAPA or apamin exhibited increased sympathetic drive indicators,but decreased left ventricular ejection fraction and fractional shortening(P<0.01).However,CHF symptoms,including sympathoexcitation,were attenuated by 3-MA,DRB,CMDZ or CyPPA infusion into the PVN(P<0.01).In CHF rats,RAPA infusion into the PVN induced CK2 activity,up-regulated LC3-II/LC3-I,beclin-1,CK2α,and phosphorylated CaM levels,but down-regulated P62 and SK2 expression,as well as the number of SK2-positive neurons(P<0.05 or P<0.01).In CHF rats,infusion of 3-MA or DRB into the PVN decreased CK2 activity,and down-regulated phosphorylated CaM level(P<0.01).Infusion of 3-MA,DRB or CMDZ into the PVN up-regulated SK2 expression and the number of SK2-positive neurons(P<0.01).In cultured NG108 cells,RAPA induced CK2 activation and up-regulated the expression of CK2α and the phosphorylation of CaM,but down-regulated SK2 expression(P<0.01).Treatment with RAPA increased the level of phosphorylated CaM and down-regulated SK2 expression in cultured NG108 cells(P<0.01),which was inhibited by DRB and CMDZ(P<0.05 or P<0.01).CONCLUSION:In rats with CHF,the CK2/CaM/SK2 signaling pathway in the PVN contributes to autophagy-induced sympathoexcitation.
6.Effect of fibrinogen-like protein 2 on immune response of EBV-infected T lymphocyte
Yuzhen HONG ; Min LI ; Bing CHENG ; Yueping LIU ; Bo DIAO
Immunological Journal 2025;41(1):16-23
Objective This study aims to investigate the effects of FGL2 on the immune response of EBV-infected T cells,including their activation,proliferation,exhaustion,and cytokine profile changes.Methods Primary T cells were infected with EBV at different multiplicities of infection(MOI).Expression of FGL2 in T cells,as well as T-cell activation,proliferation,exhaustion,and cytokine levels,were detected using RT-qPCR,Western blot,ELISA,CCK8,and flow cytometry(FCM),respectively.Further experiments involving FGL2 knockdown and overexpression were conducted to elucidate its specific regulatory role in EBV-infected T cells.Results FGL2 expression was significantly upregulated in EBV-infected T cells(P<0.05).EBV infection also induced enhanced T cell activation(P<0.001),proliferation(P<0.001),and exhaustion(P<0.01).Compared to the T cells+EBV group,the T cells+EBV+FGL2 overexpression group exhibited higher exhaustion levels(P<0.01),reduced activation(P<0.05)and proliferation(P<0.05),decreased pro-inflammatory cytokine levels(P<0.05),and increased anti-inflammatory cytokine levels(P<0.05).Conversely,the T cells+EBV+FGL2 knockdown group demonstrated the opposite trends,with elevated activation(P<0.01),proliferation(P<0.05),pro-inflammatory cytokine levels(P<0.05),and reduced exhaustion(P<0.01)and anti-inflammatory cytokine levels(P<0.05).Conclusion FGL2 suppresses T cell activation and proliferation,exacerbates T cell exhaustion,inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokine release,and promotes anti-inflammatory cytokine secretion during EBV infection,thereby modulating the immune response of T cells.
7.Epidemiological characteristics of common viral respiratory infections before and after the COVID-19 pandemic in Huzhou,Zhejiang Province
Min-yi YANG ; Yan LIU ; Su-yi ZHANG ; Qiang WANG ; Guang-tao LIU ; Bo ZHENG ; Xin-yu WANG ; Dan-ni ZHAO ; Jian-yong SHEN ; Wei-bing WANG
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;52(6):819-828
Objective To investigate and compare the epidemiological characteristics of common respiratory viruses among influenza-like illness(ILI)and severe acute respiratory infection(SARI)cases in Huzhou,Zhejiang Province before and after the COVID-19 pandemic,so as to provide a basis for formulating and adjusting the prevention and control strategies for viral respiratory infectious diseases.Methods ILI and SARI cases at two influenza surveillance sentinel hospitals in Huzhou and had throat swab samples collected during Nov 2017 to Feb 2020(pre-COVID-19 pandemic period)and Dec 2022 to Apr 2024(post-COVID-19 mitigation phase)were selected as the participants.Seven common viral respiratory pathogens were tested,including influenza A virus(H1N1 and H3N2 subtypes),influenza B virus(Victoria lineage,FluB),respiratory syncytial virus(RSV),rhinovirus(HRV),adenovirus(ADV),and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2(SARS-CoV-2).The positive rates of respiratory pathogens before and after the COVID-19 pandemic were compared across different age groups and different time.Results A total of 7 948 ILI samples and 2 294 SARI samples were included.The overall positive rate of ILI samples increased from 33.6%to 47.1%,primarily due to the increase in influenza and COVID-19 infections;the overall positive rate of SARI samples decreased from 31.4%to 24.8%,mainly due to the reduction in HRV and ADV infections.During the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,SARS-CoV-2(22.1%),H3N2(12.7%),and FluB(6.0%)were the primary pathogens in ILI samples,while RSV(7.1%),H3N2(5.3%),and HRV(4.5%)dominated in SARI samples.During the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,the influenza virus circulation period was shortened.Before the COVID-19 pandemic,RSV was mainly detected in autumn and winter,while during the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,out-of-season RSV epidemics were observed in spring and summer.Co-infection rate in ILI cases increased significantly in the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,predominantly consisting of co-infections of COVID-19 and influenza A virus,while co-infection rate in SARI cases showed a decline.Conclusion We found important epidemiological changes in respiratory viruses in Huzhou during the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase compared to pre-COVID-19 period,including increased positive rates of influenza and COVID-19,and disruptions to the seasonal patterns of influenza and RSV.The prevention and control strategies should be adjusted in a timely manner based on the monitoring data.
8.Clinical characteristics of Brucellar myelitis: an analysis of 13 cases
Yan SU ; Haitao DING ; Bo WANG ; Bin LIU ; Min LI ; Dan WANG ; Lin WANG ; Shuang JIANG ; Wenyan ZHANG ; Jin ZHEN
Chinese Journal of Neuromedicine 2025;24(11):1134-1141
Objective:To explore the clinical features of Brucellar myelitis and diagnosis and treatment of secondary neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD), and enhance the awareness of clinicians about this disease.Methods:A retrospective study was performed; 13 patients with Brucellar myelitis admitted to Department of Neurology, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region People's Hospital from January 2020 to December 2024 were chosen. Clinical data were collected, and MRI images and serological changes during the infection period were observed. Serum and cerebrospinal fluid demyelinating antibody markers and cerebrospinal fluid oligoclonal bands (OCBs) in the suspected secondary inflammatory demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system patients were detected. All patients received standard antibiotic treatment and/or individualized immunotherapy depending on disease severity. The patients were followed up for 24 (12, 42) months. At the last follow-up, the neurological outcomes were evaluated using modified Rankin scale (mRS, scores of 0-2: good prognosis; scores of 3-6: poor prognosis).Results:(1) Among the 13 patients, 12 had motor disorder, 9 had bladder/bowel dysfunction, 7 had sensory abnormality, and 4 had other symptoms such as dizziness, behavioral changes, or unsteady gait. (2) MRI results showed that 8 patients had spinal cord abnormalities, including 2 with long-segment intramedullary high signal at T2-weighted image and 6 with short-segment local intramedullary high signal at T2-weighted image. Enhanced MRI was performed in 11 patients, with 2 showing lesion enhancement, 3 showing meningeal enhancement, and 6 showing no enhancement. (3) Four patients had elevated cerebrospinal fluid pressure (>180 mmH 2O); 9 patients had elevated cerebrospinal fluid protein level (>0.45 g/L). Brucella-specific DNA was detected in the cerebrospinal fluid of 6 patients. One patient was positive for OCB type II. One patient was positive for aquaporin 4 antibody (AQP4-IgG) in both serum and cerebrospinal fluid, and one patient was double positive for myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody (MOG-IgG) and AQP4-IgG in serum. (4) All 13 patients received standard antibiotic treatment; 12 patients received immunotherapy. (5) Among the 4 patients with poor prognosis, 3 died and the remaining 9 had a good prognosis. The mRS score decreasing from 4 (3, 4) at admission to 2 (2, 3) at the last follow-up, showing an overall improvement in neurological function. (6) Among the 13 patients, 2 were diagnosed as having Brucellar myelitis secondary NMOSD. On the basis of antibiotic treatment, one AQP4-IgG positive patient was treated with high-dose glucocorticoids only and later died; one MOG-IgG and AQP4-IgG double positive patient was treated with intravenous immunoglobulin combined with high-dose glucocorticoids and sequential rituximab, with mRS score decreasing from 5 at admission to 2 at the last follow-up and good neurological function recovery. Conclusions:The clinical manifestations of Brucellar myelitis are diverse and overlap with the clinical features of NMOSD. For patients with suspected Brucellar myelitis secondary NMOSD, combination of immunosuppressant (such as rituximab) with antibiotics may be an effective individualized treatment.
9.Analysis of Guideline for General Requirements for Pharmaceutical Packaging Materials and Containers in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2025 Edition
Kai XU ; Lei CHEN ; Hui YU ; Bo ZHANG ; Yanping SHI ; Min WAN ; Chenghu LIU
Drug Standards of China 2025;26(4):349-354
This article discusses the revision background and core content of 9621 General Requirements for Phar-maceutical Packaging Materials and Containers in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2025 Edition.In combination with the requirements of bundling review of pharmaceutical packaging and drug products,as well as harmonization of inter-national standards,it analyzed the revision philosophy of the new guideline and the impact to industry.The new edition of the guideline 9621 introduces the concept of "pharmaceutical packaging system" for the first time,constructing four suitability evaluation dimensions covering protection,compatibility,safety,and functionality,it also introduces the requirements for the self-stability evaluation of plastic and rubber pharmaceutical packaging materials,and strengthening the concept of full lifecycle management and risk management.Through the"1+4+58" standard system,the basis for determining the key quality attributes of packaging materials for phar-maceutical use and the optimization path of dynamic inspection rules have been clarified.This revision has resolved the contradiction between the old version of standards and current regulatory requirements through a systematic upgrade,promoting the transformation of pharmaceutical packaging materials and containers quality control towards a scientific,international,and full lifecycle management model,proving technical supports in ensuring the safety,effectiveness of drug products from standard perspective,including advancing the industry high-quality development.
10.Epidemiological characteristics of common viral respiratory infections before and after the COVID-19 pandemic in Huzhou,Zhejiang Province
Min-yi YANG ; Yan LIU ; Su-yi ZHANG ; Qiang WANG ; Guang-tao LIU ; Bo ZHENG ; Xin-yu WANG ; Dan-ni ZHAO ; Jian-yong SHEN ; Wei-bing WANG
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;52(6):819-828
Objective To investigate and compare the epidemiological characteristics of common respiratory viruses among influenza-like illness(ILI)and severe acute respiratory infection(SARI)cases in Huzhou,Zhejiang Province before and after the COVID-19 pandemic,so as to provide a basis for formulating and adjusting the prevention and control strategies for viral respiratory infectious diseases.Methods ILI and SARI cases at two influenza surveillance sentinel hospitals in Huzhou and had throat swab samples collected during Nov 2017 to Feb 2020(pre-COVID-19 pandemic period)and Dec 2022 to Apr 2024(post-COVID-19 mitigation phase)were selected as the participants.Seven common viral respiratory pathogens were tested,including influenza A virus(H1N1 and H3N2 subtypes),influenza B virus(Victoria lineage,FluB),respiratory syncytial virus(RSV),rhinovirus(HRV),adenovirus(ADV),and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2(SARS-CoV-2).The positive rates of respiratory pathogens before and after the COVID-19 pandemic were compared across different age groups and different time.Results A total of 7 948 ILI samples and 2 294 SARI samples were included.The overall positive rate of ILI samples increased from 33.6%to 47.1%,primarily due to the increase in influenza and COVID-19 infections;the overall positive rate of SARI samples decreased from 31.4%to 24.8%,mainly due to the reduction in HRV and ADV infections.During the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,SARS-CoV-2(22.1%),H3N2(12.7%),and FluB(6.0%)were the primary pathogens in ILI samples,while RSV(7.1%),H3N2(5.3%),and HRV(4.5%)dominated in SARI samples.During the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,the influenza virus circulation period was shortened.Before the COVID-19 pandemic,RSV was mainly detected in autumn and winter,while during the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,out-of-season RSV epidemics were observed in spring and summer.Co-infection rate in ILI cases increased significantly in the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase,predominantly consisting of co-infections of COVID-19 and influenza A virus,while co-infection rate in SARI cases showed a decline.Conclusion We found important epidemiological changes in respiratory viruses in Huzhou during the post-COVID-19 mitigation phase compared to pre-COVID-19 period,including increased positive rates of influenza and COVID-19,and disruptions to the seasonal patterns of influenza and RSV.The prevention and control strategies should be adjusted in a timely manner based on the monitoring data.

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