1.Exploring Mechanism of Luoshi Neiyi Prescription in Treating Endometriosis Based on Ferroptosis and Serum Metabolomics
Haixia PAN ; Yingqiao ZHONG ; Ting MAO ; Ziyi DENG ; Meilin WU ; Lei HUANG ; Siyang CHEN ; Yong GUO ; Ying ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):201-212
ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the mechanism by which Luoshi Neiyi prescription treats endometriosis (EMs) through regulating ferroptosis, and to screen key metabolites and analyze their association with ferroptosis. MethodsClinical samples of normal endometrium from patients without EMs and eutopic and ectopic endometrium from EMs patients (10 cases each) were collected and divided into control group, eutopic group, and EMs group. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was performed to observe ectopic lesions of EMs. Immunohistochemistry was used to detect the expression of solute carrier family 7 member 11 (SLC7A11) and glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4). Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was adopted to determine the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), ferrous ion (Fe2+), GPX4 and glutathione (GSH) in endometrial tissues, as well as serum levels of Fe2+, GPX4 and GSH. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) was used to detect the mRNA expression of SLC7A11, GPX4, transferrin receptor (TFR) and ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1). In the in vitro experiment, primary stromal cells were isolated from ectopic lesions of EMs patients. Cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) was used to determine the optimal concentration of drug-containing serum for intervention. The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) was measured, and Real-time PCR was applied to detect ferroptosis-related indicators. In the animal experiments, an EM rat model was established, and the rats were randomly assigned to the sham operation group, EMs group, low-dose Luoshi Neiyi Formula group (7.87 g·kg-1), high-dose Luoshi Neiyi prescription group (15.74 g·kg-1), and danazol group (42 mg·kg-1). Untargeted metabolomics detection and pathway enrichment analysis were conducted on serum samples from patients and rats. Spearman correlation analysis was performed to assess the relationship between differential metabolites and ferroptosis indicators. The correlations between differential metabolites in patient endometrium and serum and key ferroptosis indicators (GPX4, Fe2+, MDA, GSH) as well as ferroptosis-related mRNAs (GPX4, SLC7A11, FTH1) were analyzed, and correlation heatmaps were generated accordingly. ResultsCompared with normal eutopic endometrium, ectopic lesions in EMs patients showed glandular disorganization and stromal fibrosis. In ectopic endometrium, the contents of MDA, ROS, and Fe2+ decreased, while GPX4 level increased, and the mRNA expression of SLC7A11 and GPX4 was upregulated (P<0.05, P<0.01). In serum, the levels of GPX4 and Fe2+ were elevated, whereas the GSH level declined, suggesting abnormalities in ferroptosis-related pathways in ectopic lesions (P<0.05, P<0.01). After intervention with Luoshi Neiyi prescription-containing serum, the intracellular ROS level in ectopic endometrial stromal cells was elevated, the mRNA expression of SLC7A11 and GPX4 was downregulated, and TFR mRNA expression was upregulated (P<0.05, P<0.01). Metabolomics analysis revealed 1104 and 198 differential metabolites in EMs patients and EMs rats, respectively, compared with their corresponding control groups, and both low-dose and high-dose Luoshi Neiyi prescription were found to regulate this metabolic disturbance, with the core regulatory pathways mainly involving arginine and proline metabolism. Correlation analysis showed that the glycerophospholipids including PI(16∶0/17∶0) and PI[18∶2(9Z,12Z)] were negatively correlated with GPX4 and positively correlated with MDA, while 17α-hydroxyprogesterone was positively correlated with GPX4, SLC7A11, and FTH1 q<0.05). ConclusionLuoshi Neiyi prescription may systematically ameliorate disease-associated metabolic dysregulation via modulation of the serum arginine and proline metabolism pathway, and may regulate ferroptosis in ectopic lesions through a mechanism potentially linked to the serum glycerophospholipid and steroid metabolism pathways. Collectively, these findings provide experimental evidence for the clinical application of Luoshi Neiyi prescription.
2.Exploring Mechanism of Luoshi Neiyi Prescription in Treating Endometriosis Based on Ferroptosis and Serum Metabolomics
Haixia PAN ; Yingqiao ZHONG ; Ting MAO ; Ziyi DENG ; Meilin WU ; Lei HUANG ; Siyang CHEN ; Yong GUO ; Ying ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(20):201-212
ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the mechanism by which Luoshi Neiyi prescription treats endometriosis (EMs) through regulating ferroptosis, and to screen key metabolites and analyze their association with ferroptosis. MethodsClinical samples of normal endometrium from patients without EMs and eutopic and ectopic endometrium from EMs patients (10 cases each) were collected and divided into control group, eutopic group, and EMs group. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was performed to observe ectopic lesions of EMs. Immunohistochemistry was used to detect the expression of solute carrier family 7 member 11 (SLC7A11) and glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4). Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was adopted to determine the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), ferrous ion (Fe2+), GPX4 and glutathione (GSH) in endometrial tissues, as well as serum levels of Fe2+, GPX4 and GSH. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) was used to detect the mRNA expression of SLC7A11, GPX4, transferrin receptor (TFR) and ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1). In the in vitro experiment, primary stromal cells were isolated from ectopic lesions of EMs patients. Cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) was used to determine the optimal concentration of drug-containing serum for intervention. The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) was measured, and Real-time PCR was applied to detect ferroptosis-related indicators. In the animal experiments, an EM rat model was established, and the rats were randomly assigned to the sham operation group, EMs group, low-dose Luoshi Neiyi Formula group (7.87 g·kg-1), high-dose Luoshi Neiyi prescription group (15.74 g·kg-1), and danazol group (42 mg·kg-1). Untargeted metabolomics detection and pathway enrichment analysis were conducted on serum samples from patients and rats. Spearman correlation analysis was performed to assess the relationship between differential metabolites and ferroptosis indicators. The correlations between differential metabolites in patient endometrium and serum and key ferroptosis indicators (GPX4, Fe2+, MDA, GSH) as well as ferroptosis-related mRNAs (GPX4, SLC7A11, FTH1) were analyzed, and correlation heatmaps were generated accordingly. ResultsCompared with normal eutopic endometrium, ectopic lesions in EMs patients showed glandular disorganization and stromal fibrosis. In ectopic endometrium, the contents of MDA, ROS, and Fe2+ decreased, while GPX4 level increased, and the mRNA expression of SLC7A11 and GPX4 was upregulated (P<0.05, P<0.01). In serum, the levels of GPX4 and Fe2+ were elevated, whereas the GSH level declined, suggesting abnormalities in ferroptosis-related pathways in ectopic lesions (P<0.05, P<0.01). After intervention with Luoshi Neiyi prescription-containing serum, the intracellular ROS level in ectopic endometrial stromal cells was elevated, the mRNA expression of SLC7A11 and GPX4 was downregulated, and TFR mRNA expression was upregulated (P<0.05, P<0.01). Metabolomics analysis revealed 1104 and 198 differential metabolites in EMs patients and EMs rats, respectively, compared with their corresponding control groups, and both low-dose and high-dose Luoshi Neiyi prescription were found to regulate this metabolic disturbance, with the core regulatory pathways mainly involving arginine and proline metabolism. Correlation analysis showed that the glycerophospholipids including PI(16∶0/17∶0) and PI[18∶2(9Z,12Z)] were negatively correlated with GPX4 and positively correlated with MDA, while 17α-hydroxyprogesterone was positively correlated with GPX4, SLC7A11, and FTH1 q<0.05). ConclusionLuoshi Neiyi prescription may systematically ameliorate disease-associated metabolic dysregulation via modulation of the serum arginine and proline metabolism pathway, and may regulate ferroptosis in ectopic lesions through a mechanism potentially linked to the serum glycerophospholipid and steroid metabolism pathways. Collectively, these findings provide experimental evidence for the clinical application of Luoshi Neiyi prescription.
3.Analysis of red blood cell transfusion reactions in China from 2018 to 2023
Bo PAN ; Xiaoyu GUAN ; Jue WANG ; Yunlong PAN ; Liu HE ; Haixia XU ; Xin JI ; Li TIAN ; Ling LI ; Zhong LIU
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(5):704-710
Objective: To analyze the demographic characteristics of patients with red blood cell transfusion reactions, the usage of red blood cell preparations, and the differences in the composition ratio of adverse reactions based on multi-center data from the Haemovigilance Network, in order to reveal the clinical characteristics of red blood cell transfusion and its underlying issues. Methods: Clinical data of patients who experienced transfusion reactions after red blood cell transfusion in the Haemovigilance Network from 2018 to 2023 were collected. The demographic characteristics of patients who experienced transfusion reactions with different types of red blood cell preparations, the utilization of these preparations, and the differences of the composition ratios of transfusion reactions were analyzed. Count data were expressed as numbers (n) or percentages (%), and comparisons between groups were performed using the Chi-square test. Results: Red blood cell transfusion reactions were more common in females (53.56%), with the majority of patients aged 50-69 years (35.54%). The Han polulation accounted for the vast majority of patients (92.77%), and patients in the hematology and obstetrics/gynecology departments had a relatively high proportion of transfusion reactions (13.26% and 14.26%, respectively). Leukocyte-reduced red blood cells and suspended red blood cells were the most common types of transfusion reactions reported among red blood cell preparations. Allergic reactions and non-hemolytic febrile reactions were the most common transfusion reactions, and there were significant differences in the composition ratios of allergic reactions (χ
=869.89, P<0.05) and non-hemolytic febrile reactions (χ
=812.75, P<0.05) across various types of red blood cell preparations. Conclusion: There are differences in the demographic characteristics and composition ratio of transfusion reactions among different red blood cell preparations. The management of red blood cell transfusion reactions should be tailored to patient characteristics and conditions, and the selection and use of blood products should be optimized to reduce or avoid the occurrence of transfusion reactions, such as considering the use of washed red blood cells for patients with a history of transfusion allergies or those prone to allergies.
4.Study on the mechanism of electroacupuncture in improving lipid metabolism in PCOS based on metabolomics combined with transcriptomics
Haixia PAN ; Peiyi XIAN ; Xiaoying HE ; Hongxia MA ; Ying ZHOU ; Maohua LAI
Chongqing Medicine 2025;54(8):1761-1770
Objective To explore the mechanism of electroacupuncture in improving lipid metabolism in polycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS)based on metabolomics combined with transcriptomics.Methods Eight-een SD rats were divided into the control group,the PCOS group and the electroacupuncture group,with 6 rats in each group.The PCOS group and the electroacupuncture group used intragastric letrozole to establish the PCOS model.After the model was established,the electroacupuncture group was intervened with electroacu-puncture,while the control group was only given sodium carboxymethyl cellulose by gavage.Observed the changes in body weight and estrous cycle of the three groups,detected the sex hormones,blood lipids,liver function,ovarian morphology,plasma metabolism and liver function indicators of the three groups.Metabolo-mics was used to analyze the differences in metabolites in plasma,the differences in gene expression in the liv-er were detected by RT-qPCR.Results Weight gain and estrous cycle disorder occurred in the PCOS group,and the ovarian morphology showed a thinning of the granulosa cell layer,with a significant reduction in the number of corpus luteum and mature follicles.Meanwhile,sex hormones were abnormal(total testosterone and androgen levels were increased,estradiol and progesterone levels were decreased),dyslipidemia occurred(TC,TG,LDL-C were increased,HDL-C level was decreased),and liver function was abnormal(AST,total protein,ALB,TBIL were increased).The electroacupuncture group significantly reduced weight.It improved the estrous cycle,and the granulosa cell layer of the ovary thickened,with a significant increasing in the num-ber of corpus luteum and mature follicles.Meanwhile,sex hormone levels were improved(androgen and total testosterone levels were decreased,estradiol level was increased),lipid balance(TC,TG,LDL-C levels were reduced,HDL-C level was increased)and liver function(AST,total protein,ALB,and TBIL levels were de-creased)was restored.Transcriptomics suggested that electroacupuncture down-regulated the expression of cytochrome P450(CYPs)family genes related to steroid hormones and lipid metabolism,and the results were confirmed by RT-qPCR.Combined omics analysis revealed that electroacupuncture might mainly exert its effect on improving lipid metabolism disorders in PCOS rats through the linoleic acid metabolic pathway.Con-clusion Electroacupuncture can regulate lipid metabolism in rats with PCOS.
5.Analysis of patch test in 186 patients with rosacea
Shuanglu LIAO ; Jing PAN ; Yaqi ZHENG ; Yan WU ; Haixia LI ; Shaomin ZHONG
Chinese Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2025;48(6):701-706
Objective:To analyze patch test results in patients with rosacea, investigate the prevalence of contact sensitization, and identify common allergens, to provide relevant evidence for the diagnosis, treatment, and preventive interventions for rosacea.Methods:A cross-sectional retrospective survey was conducted to analyze the positive contact allergy rate and allergen distribution in 186 rosacea patients who underwent the 60-item China Standard Series Patch Test (CB-1000) at the Department of Dermatology, Peking University First Hospital, from January 2023 to September 2024.Results:Among the 186 patients, 159(85.5%) showed positive reactions in patch tests. The top three allergens with the highest positivity rates were: metal salts, preservatives and fragrances. The top 10 individual allergens with the highest positivity rates were: nickelsulfate hexahydrate 46.8%(87/186), cobaltchloride hexahydrate 29.0%(54/186), hydroperoxides of linalool 15.1%(28/186), carba mix 14.0%(26/186), propolis 9.7%(18/186), fragrance mix Ⅰ 8.6%(16/186), methyl dibromo glutaronitrile 8.1%(15/186), Peru balsam 7.5%(14/186), gold sodium thiosulfate dihydrate 7.5%(14/186), and hydroperoxides of limonene 7.5%(14/186). The overall positivity rate for cosmetics-related allergens was 56.5% (105/186), with the top five allergens being: hydroperoxide of linalool 15.1%(28/186), propolis 9.7%(18/186), fragrance mix Ⅰ 8.6%(16/186), methyl dibromo glutaronitrile 8.1%(15/186), and Peru balsam 7.5%(14/186).Conclusion:The overall positivity rate for patch test allergens in rosacea patients is high. The most common allergen types are metal salts, preservatives, and fragrance agents. Cosmetics-related allergens also show a high positivity rate. Rosacea patients should avoid exposure to these allergens.
6.Consensus of experts on the management of thoracic anesthesia with spontaneous respiration
Qisen FAN ; Lan LAN ; Jingxiang WU ; Yuan QIU ; Guiping XU ; Jiang WANG ; Duozhi WU ; Jinhui LUO ; Jian RAN ; Ying-fen LI ; Peng PAN ; Bing ZHANG ; Yuelan ZHOU ; Yiwen ZHANG ; Xuebing XU ; Yatao LIU ; Yingbin WANG ; Yan WANG ; Yulong WANG ; Youyang HU ; Shoushi WANG ; Hongwei MENG ; Haixia XU ; Peijia TANG ; Xia-oxue ZHUANG ; Canzhou ZHANG
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(13):1945-1951
Thoracic anesthesia with spontaneous respiration represents a form of precision anesthesia meticulously customized to individual patients.Considering the more stringent requirements this anesthesia approach imposes on the regulation of respiratory function,the writing group of the"Consensus of Experts on the Management of Thoracic Anesthesia with Spontaneous Respiration"has formulated elaborate guidelines regarding indications and contraindications,preoperative evaluation,anesthesia implementation,common complications,and treatment strategies.This was accomplished by referencing relevant domestic and international literature and integrating it with actual clinical requirements.The objective is to standardize the rational application of this anesthesia method.
7.Research and practice on the importance of reshaping the work ethics in the medical field:taking"the spirit of medical doctors in Guangdong"as an example
Xiaoli ZHANG ; Suming PAN ; Haixia CAI ; Shuhua CHEN
Modern Hospital 2025;25(9):1339-1341,1346
Medical professional spirit is an indispensable and important component in the modern medical system.It not only plays a key role in the harmonious development of doctor-patient relationships,but also is of great significance for the im-provement of medical quality and medical services.This article will start from the problems faced by the medical environment in the broader context,and take the cultivation of the"Guangdong Doctor"spirit,namely"cherishing life,respecting science,be-ing willing to contribute,and being united and enterprising",as an example to explore the importance of reshaping the medical professional spirit.Through specific measures such as strengthening professional spirit education,setting up role models,promo-ting the advanced,improving systems,strengthening supervision,and creating a good working environment,which aims to en-hance the professional quality and ethics of doctors,with the expectation of providing useful references for promoting harmonious doctor-patient relations and improving the quality of medical services.
8.Research and practice on the importance of reshaping the work ethics in the medical field:taking"the spirit of medical doctors in Guangdong"as an example
Xiaoli ZHANG ; Suming PAN ; Haixia CAI ; Shuhua CHEN
Modern Hospital 2025;25(9):1339-1341,1346
Medical professional spirit is an indispensable and important component in the modern medical system.It not only plays a key role in the harmonious development of doctor-patient relationships,but also is of great significance for the im-provement of medical quality and medical services.This article will start from the problems faced by the medical environment in the broader context,and take the cultivation of the"Guangdong Doctor"spirit,namely"cherishing life,respecting science,be-ing willing to contribute,and being united and enterprising",as an example to explore the importance of reshaping the medical professional spirit.Through specific measures such as strengthening professional spirit education,setting up role models,promo-ting the advanced,improving systems,strengthening supervision,and creating a good working environment,which aims to en-hance the professional quality and ethics of doctors,with the expectation of providing useful references for promoting harmonious doctor-patient relations and improving the quality of medical services.
9.Consensus of experts on the management of thoracic anesthesia with spontaneous respiration
Qisen FAN ; Lan LAN ; Jingxiang WU ; Yuan QIU ; Guiping XU ; Jiang WANG ; Duozhi WU ; Jinhui LUO ; Jian RAN ; Ying-fen LI ; Peng PAN ; Bing ZHANG ; Yuelan ZHOU ; Yiwen ZHANG ; Xuebing XU ; Yatao LIU ; Yingbin WANG ; Yan WANG ; Yulong WANG ; Youyang HU ; Shoushi WANG ; Hongwei MENG ; Haixia XU ; Peijia TANG ; Xia-oxue ZHUANG ; Canzhou ZHANG
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(13):1945-1951
Thoracic anesthesia with spontaneous respiration represents a form of precision anesthesia meticulously customized to individual patients.Considering the more stringent requirements this anesthesia approach imposes on the regulation of respiratory function,the writing group of the"Consensus of Experts on the Management of Thoracic Anesthesia with Spontaneous Respiration"has formulated elaborate guidelines regarding indications and contraindications,preoperative evaluation,anesthesia implementation,common complications,and treatment strategies.This was accomplished by referencing relevant domestic and international literature and integrating it with actual clinical requirements.The objective is to standardize the rational application of this anesthesia method.
10.Analysis of patch test in 186 patients with rosacea
Shuanglu LIAO ; Jing PAN ; Yaqi ZHENG ; Yan WU ; Haixia LI ; Shaomin ZHONG
Chinese Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2025;48(6):701-706
Objective:To analyze patch test results in patients with rosacea, investigate the prevalence of contact sensitization, and identify common allergens, to provide relevant evidence for the diagnosis, treatment, and preventive interventions for rosacea.Methods:A cross-sectional retrospective survey was conducted to analyze the positive contact allergy rate and allergen distribution in 186 rosacea patients who underwent the 60-item China Standard Series Patch Test (CB-1000) at the Department of Dermatology, Peking University First Hospital, from January 2023 to September 2024.Results:Among the 186 patients, 159(85.5%) showed positive reactions in patch tests. The top three allergens with the highest positivity rates were: metal salts, preservatives and fragrances. The top 10 individual allergens with the highest positivity rates were: nickelsulfate hexahydrate 46.8%(87/186), cobaltchloride hexahydrate 29.0%(54/186), hydroperoxides of linalool 15.1%(28/186), carba mix 14.0%(26/186), propolis 9.7%(18/186), fragrance mix Ⅰ 8.6%(16/186), methyl dibromo glutaronitrile 8.1%(15/186), Peru balsam 7.5%(14/186), gold sodium thiosulfate dihydrate 7.5%(14/186), and hydroperoxides of limonene 7.5%(14/186). The overall positivity rate for cosmetics-related allergens was 56.5% (105/186), with the top five allergens being: hydroperoxide of linalool 15.1%(28/186), propolis 9.7%(18/186), fragrance mix Ⅰ 8.6%(16/186), methyl dibromo glutaronitrile 8.1%(15/186), and Peru balsam 7.5%(14/186).Conclusion:The overall positivity rate for patch test allergens in rosacea patients is high. The most common allergen types are metal salts, preservatives, and fragrance agents. Cosmetics-related allergens also show a high positivity rate. Rosacea patients should avoid exposure to these allergens.

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