1.Mechanism of Danshenol A in Alleviating Myocardial Ischemia-reperfusion Injury-induced Ferroptosis of Cardiomyocytes
Lei ZHANG ; Jiangang LIU ; Peili WANG ; Tao GENG ; Die LIN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(11):135-144
ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanism of danshenol A (DA) pretreatment in alleviating myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury (MIRI) by regulating cardiomyocyte ferroptosis by in vivo and in vitro experiments. MethodsA MIRI model was established in SD rats, and an in vitro oxygen-glucose deprivation/reoxygenation (OGD/R) model was constructed with H9C2 cells. Both models were treated with DA. H9C2 cells were allocated into blank, model (OGD/R), DA, ferroptosis inducer (erastin), and ferroptosis inhibitor (Fer-1) groups. Cell viability was assessed by the methyl thiazolyl tetrazolium (MTT) assay. Biochemical assays were performed to measure the superoxide dismutase (SOD), malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), and ferrous ion (Fe2+) levels. Dihydroethidium (DHE) fluorescence assay was adopted to quantify the reactive oxygen species (ROS) level. Real-time PCR and Western blot were employed to quantify the mRNA and protein levels, respectively, of prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2 (PTGS2), glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4), ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1), and acyl-coA synthetase long-chain family 4 (ACSL4). Sixty SPF-grade healthy male SD rats were randomly assigned to control, model (MIRI), DA, erastin, and Fer-1 groups. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was adopted to measure the serum levels of cardiac troponin I (cTnI), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and creatine kinase (CK). Histopathological changes in the myocardial tissue were observed by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. Cardiomyocyte apoptosis was detected by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated nick end labeling (TUNEL). The effect of DA on cardiomyocyte ferroptosis were observed and analyzed by in vivo and in vitro experiments. ResultsIn vitro experiment: compared with the blank group, the OGD/R model group showed reduced cell viability, elevated levels of ROS, MDA, and Fe2+, up-regulated mRNA and protein levels of ACSL4, lowered levels of SOD and GSH, and down-regulated mRNA and protein levels of PTGS2, GPX4, and FTH1 (P<0.05,P<0.01). The DA and Fer-1 groups exhibited consistent trends: cell viability, SOD and GSH levels, and the mRNA and protein levels of PTGS2, GPX4, and FTH1 were significantly restored, while the ROS, MDA, and Fe2+ levels, and the mRNA and protein levels of ACSL4 were reduced (P<0.05,P<0.01). In vivo experiment: Compared with the control group, the MIRI model group showed elevated serum levels of cTnI, LDH, and CK, increased cardiomyocyte apoptosis rate, risen levels of ROS, MDA, and Fe2+, and up-regulated mRNA and protein levels of ACSL4. However, both DA and Fer-1 groups exhibited reductions in the indicators above (P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the MIRI model group demonstrated reduced levels of SOD and GSH and down-regulated mRNA and protein levels of PTGS2, GPX4, and FTH1 (P<0.05). In contrast, both DA and Fer-1 upregulated these indicators (P<0.05), effectively reversing the trends in the model group. In addition, the MIRI model group showed swelling of cardiomyocytes, disarrangement of cardiac muscle fibers, and massive inflammatory cell infiltration, which were alleviated in the DA and Fer-1 groups. ConclusionDA alleviates MIRI by inhibiting ferroptosis and inflammation, demonstrating therapeutic potential in acute myocardial infarction.
2.Mechanism of Danshenol A in Alleviating Myocardial Ischemia-reperfusion Injury-induced Ferroptosis of Cardiomyocytes
Lei ZHANG ; Jiangang LIU ; Peili WANG ; Tao GENG ; Die LIN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(11):135-144
ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanism of danshenol A (DA) pretreatment in alleviating myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury (MIRI) by regulating cardiomyocyte ferroptosis by in vivo and in vitro experiments. MethodsA MIRI model was established in SD rats, and an in vitro oxygen-glucose deprivation/reoxygenation (OGD/R) model was constructed with H9C2 cells. Both models were treated with DA. H9C2 cells were allocated into blank, model (OGD/R), DA, ferroptosis inducer (erastin), and ferroptosis inhibitor (Fer-1) groups. Cell viability was assessed by the methyl thiazolyl tetrazolium (MTT) assay. Biochemical assays were performed to measure the superoxide dismutase (SOD), malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), and ferrous ion (Fe2+) levels. Dihydroethidium (DHE) fluorescence assay was adopted to quantify the reactive oxygen species (ROS) level. Real-time PCR and Western blot were employed to quantify the mRNA and protein levels, respectively, of prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2 (PTGS2), glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4), ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1), and acyl-coA synthetase long-chain family 4 (ACSL4). Sixty SPF-grade healthy male SD rats were randomly assigned to control, model (MIRI), DA, erastin, and Fer-1 groups. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was adopted to measure the serum levels of cardiac troponin I (cTnI), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and creatine kinase (CK). Histopathological changes in the myocardial tissue were observed by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. Cardiomyocyte apoptosis was detected by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated nick end labeling (TUNEL). The effect of DA on cardiomyocyte ferroptosis were observed and analyzed by in vivo and in vitro experiments. ResultsIn vitro experiment: compared with the blank group, the OGD/R model group showed reduced cell viability, elevated levels of ROS, MDA, and Fe2+, up-regulated mRNA and protein levels of ACSL4, lowered levels of SOD and GSH, and down-regulated mRNA and protein levels of PTGS2, GPX4, and FTH1 (P<0.05,P<0.01). The DA and Fer-1 groups exhibited consistent trends: cell viability, SOD and GSH levels, and the mRNA and protein levels of PTGS2, GPX4, and FTH1 were significantly restored, while the ROS, MDA, and Fe2+ levels, and the mRNA and protein levels of ACSL4 were reduced (P<0.05,P<0.01). In vivo experiment: Compared with the control group, the MIRI model group showed elevated serum levels of cTnI, LDH, and CK, increased cardiomyocyte apoptosis rate, risen levels of ROS, MDA, and Fe2+, and up-regulated mRNA and protein levels of ACSL4. However, both DA and Fer-1 groups exhibited reductions in the indicators above (P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the MIRI model group demonstrated reduced levels of SOD and GSH and down-regulated mRNA and protein levels of PTGS2, GPX4, and FTH1 (P<0.05). In contrast, both DA and Fer-1 upregulated these indicators (P<0.05), effectively reversing the trends in the model group. In addition, the MIRI model group showed swelling of cardiomyocytes, disarrangement of cardiac muscle fibers, and massive inflammatory cell infiltration, which were alleviated in the DA and Fer-1 groups. ConclusionDA alleviates MIRI by inhibiting ferroptosis and inflammation, demonstrating therapeutic potential in acute myocardial infarction.
3.Latent profile analysis and nursing implications of emotional inhibition in stoma patients with colorectal cancer
Caijie XU ; Peili XU ; Aihong PAN ; Yue WANG ; Min WU ; Rui LIU ; Yuyan WU ; Yunfeng ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(11):1295-1301
Objective This study aims to investigate the current status and potential profiles of emotional inhibition in stoma patients with colorectal cancer,to analyze the differences and influencing factors,and thereby provide a basis for the development of intervention strategies.Methods A convenience sample of 348 colorectal cancer patients with ostomies was recruited from colorectal surgery departments and ostomy outpatient clinics of a tertiary A hospital in Anhui Province.Data were collected using the General Information Questionnaire,Emotional Inhibition Scale,Chinese Perceived Stress Scale,10 item Conner Davidson Resilience Scale,and Family Care Index Questionnaire.Latent profile analysis was performed using Mplus 8.3,while univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis were conducted using SPSS 26.0.Results Valid questionnaires were collected from 336 participants(response rate 96.6%).Colorectal cancer patients with ostomies demonstrated a mean emotional inhibition score of 30.84±10.49.Latent profile analysis identified 3 distinct emotional inhibition patterns:high inhibition-suppressive type(31.25%),moderate inhibition-adaptive type(39.88%),and low inhibition-excessive type(28.87%).Gender,residential location,household income per capita,ostomy self-care proficiency,perceived stress levels,psychological resilience scores and family functioning status emerged as significant determinants of emotional inhibition heterogeneity among colorectal cancer patients with ostomies across distinct latent profiles(P<0.05).Conclusion Colorectal cancer patients with ostomies exhibit significant heterogeneity in emotional inhibition profiles.Clinicians should conduct early identification of these latent classes through standardized assessments and develop tailored interventions to improve emotional inhibition outcomes in this clinical population.
4.Analysis on Pathogenesis and Syndrome Differentiation in Post-PCI Coronary Heart Disease Based on the Theory of"Fire and Original Qi Cannot Coexist"
Ruiling ZHOU ; Jixin LI ; Zelong NIU ; Shengjing LIU ; Haosen ZHAO ; Weijie REN ; Jiahao LI ; Peili WANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(9):170-173
Percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI),as one of the primary approaches for revascularization,still faces complications such as restenosis,myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury and no-reflow/slow-flow phenomena,with no currently effective interventions ensuring long-term efficacy.Based on Li Dongyuan's theory that"fire and original qi cannot coexist",this article inherited Academician Chen Keji's academic perspective on"toxin-stasis pathogenesis"and the hemodynamic characteristics of coronary arteries to propose a"four-stage pathological progression"in post-PCI patients,namely spleen-stomach impairment-original qi deficiency-endogenous yin-fire-toxin-stasis accumulation.It emphasized that the heart vessels rely on qi and blood for nourishment and patency for function,elucidated the therapeutic rationale of Danggui Buxue Decoction,and presented the self-formulated Yixin Hemai Prescription,modified through syndrome differentiation,and performed simultaneous reinforcement and dredging,in order to provide diagnosis and treatment ideas for coronary heart disease after PCI treated with TCM.
5.Analysis of the Correlation between Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
Huili ZHANG ; Yuan JIANG ; Peili DU ; Yuee CHEN ; Jingyu LIU ; Chuyi CHEN ; Xiuhua ZHOU ; Lin YU ; Dunjin CHEN ; Guangyi MA
Journal of Practical Obstetrics and Gynecology 2025;41(11):922-927
Objective:To explore the correlation between intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy(ICP)and ad-verse pregnancy outcomes.Methods:A total of 511 singleton pregnant women with ICP treated at The Third Affili-ated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University from August 2017 to January 2024 were selected as the study sub-jects.Among them,patients were divided into the adverse pregnancy outcome group(n=49)and the control group without adverse pregnancy outcomes(n=462).The general and clinical data of the two groups were com-pared and analyzed.Results:①General situation:The number of pregnancies and deliveries,ICU transfer rate,total hospital stay,and total hospitalization costs were significantly higher in the adverse pregnancy outcome group compared to the control group(P<0.05).The number of prenatal check-ups,diagnostic gestational weeks,and gestational weeks at delivery were significantly lower compared to the control group(P<0.05).②Clinical symp-toms:The incidence of itching in the adverse pregnancy outcome group was lower compared to the control group(10.2%vs.26.6%,P<0.05),while other symptoms such as rash,fatigue,jaundice,and gastrointestinal symp-toms showed no significant difference between the two groups(P>0.05).③Laboratory examinations:Compared with the control group,patients in the adverse pregnancy outcome group had significantly the increased levels of alanine aminotransferase,aspartate aminotransferase,uric acid,urea nitrogen,and triglycerides,and significantly the decreased levels of alkaline phosphatase and fasting blood glucose,with statistical significance(P<0.05).Other biochemical indicators showed no significant difference between the two groups(P>0.05).④ICP grading and complications:The proportion of early-onset ICP,severe and very severe ICP in the adverse pregnancy out-come group was significantly higher compared to the control group(P<0.001);the proportion of adverse preg-nancy outcome group with pregnancy-induced hypertension was significantly higher compared to the control group;the incidence of preterm birth,fetal growth restriction,meconium-stained amniotic fluid,and fetal distress in the adverse pregnancy outcome group was significantly higher compared to the control group(P<0.001).⑤Neo-natal outcomes:The neonatal Apgar scores(1 min,5 min,10 min)and neonatal weight in the adverse pregnancy outcome group were lower compared to the control group(P<0.001),and the incidence of mild neonatal asphyx-ia was significantly higher,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.001).Conclusions:The severity of ICP is closely related to the occurrence of adverse pregnancy outcomes.Therefore,it is clinically necessary to pay at-tention to the grading of ICP,closely monitor the levels of total bile acids and liver enzymes,and try to avoid ad-verse pregnancy outcomes,especially intrauterine fetal death.
6.Analysis of the Correlation between Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
Huili ZHANG ; Yuan JIANG ; Peili DU ; Yuee CHEN ; Jingyu LIU ; Chuyi CHEN ; Xiuhua ZHOU ; Lin YU ; Dunjin CHEN ; Guangyi MA
Journal of Practical Obstetrics and Gynecology 2025;41(11):922-927
Objective:To explore the correlation between intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy(ICP)and ad-verse pregnancy outcomes.Methods:A total of 511 singleton pregnant women with ICP treated at The Third Affili-ated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University from August 2017 to January 2024 were selected as the study sub-jects.Among them,patients were divided into the adverse pregnancy outcome group(n=49)and the control group without adverse pregnancy outcomes(n=462).The general and clinical data of the two groups were com-pared and analyzed.Results:①General situation:The number of pregnancies and deliveries,ICU transfer rate,total hospital stay,and total hospitalization costs were significantly higher in the adverse pregnancy outcome group compared to the control group(P<0.05).The number of prenatal check-ups,diagnostic gestational weeks,and gestational weeks at delivery were significantly lower compared to the control group(P<0.05).②Clinical symp-toms:The incidence of itching in the adverse pregnancy outcome group was lower compared to the control group(10.2%vs.26.6%,P<0.05),while other symptoms such as rash,fatigue,jaundice,and gastrointestinal symp-toms showed no significant difference between the two groups(P>0.05).③Laboratory examinations:Compared with the control group,patients in the adverse pregnancy outcome group had significantly the increased levels of alanine aminotransferase,aspartate aminotransferase,uric acid,urea nitrogen,and triglycerides,and significantly the decreased levels of alkaline phosphatase and fasting blood glucose,with statistical significance(P<0.05).Other biochemical indicators showed no significant difference between the two groups(P>0.05).④ICP grading and complications:The proportion of early-onset ICP,severe and very severe ICP in the adverse pregnancy out-come group was significantly higher compared to the control group(P<0.001);the proportion of adverse preg-nancy outcome group with pregnancy-induced hypertension was significantly higher compared to the control group;the incidence of preterm birth,fetal growth restriction,meconium-stained amniotic fluid,and fetal distress in the adverse pregnancy outcome group was significantly higher compared to the control group(P<0.001).⑤Neo-natal outcomes:The neonatal Apgar scores(1 min,5 min,10 min)and neonatal weight in the adverse pregnancy outcome group were lower compared to the control group(P<0.001),and the incidence of mild neonatal asphyx-ia was significantly higher,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.001).Conclusions:The severity of ICP is closely related to the occurrence of adverse pregnancy outcomes.Therefore,it is clinically necessary to pay at-tention to the grading of ICP,closely monitor the levels of total bile acids and liver enzymes,and try to avoid ad-verse pregnancy outcomes,especially intrauterine fetal death.
7.Latent profile analysis and nursing implications of emotional inhibition in stoma patients with colorectal cancer
Caijie XU ; Peili XU ; Aihong PAN ; Yue WANG ; Min WU ; Rui LIU ; Yuyan WU ; Yunfeng ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(11):1295-1301
Objective This study aims to investigate the current status and potential profiles of emotional inhibition in stoma patients with colorectal cancer,to analyze the differences and influencing factors,and thereby provide a basis for the development of intervention strategies.Methods A convenience sample of 348 colorectal cancer patients with ostomies was recruited from colorectal surgery departments and ostomy outpatient clinics of a tertiary A hospital in Anhui Province.Data were collected using the General Information Questionnaire,Emotional Inhibition Scale,Chinese Perceived Stress Scale,10 item Conner Davidson Resilience Scale,and Family Care Index Questionnaire.Latent profile analysis was performed using Mplus 8.3,while univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis were conducted using SPSS 26.0.Results Valid questionnaires were collected from 336 participants(response rate 96.6%).Colorectal cancer patients with ostomies demonstrated a mean emotional inhibition score of 30.84±10.49.Latent profile analysis identified 3 distinct emotional inhibition patterns:high inhibition-suppressive type(31.25%),moderate inhibition-adaptive type(39.88%),and low inhibition-excessive type(28.87%).Gender,residential location,household income per capita,ostomy self-care proficiency,perceived stress levels,psychological resilience scores and family functioning status emerged as significant determinants of emotional inhibition heterogeneity among colorectal cancer patients with ostomies across distinct latent profiles(P<0.05).Conclusion Colorectal cancer patients with ostomies exhibit significant heterogeneity in emotional inhibition profiles.Clinicians should conduct early identification of these latent classes through standardized assessments and develop tailored interventions to improve emotional inhibition outcomes in this clinical population.
8.Analysis on Pathogenesis and Syndrome Differentiation in Post-PCI Coronary Heart Disease Based on the Theory of"Fire and Original Qi Cannot Coexist"
Ruiling ZHOU ; Jixin LI ; Zelong NIU ; Shengjing LIU ; Haosen ZHAO ; Weijie REN ; Jiahao LI ; Peili WANG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(9):170-173
Percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI),as one of the primary approaches for revascularization,still faces complications such as restenosis,myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury and no-reflow/slow-flow phenomena,with no currently effective interventions ensuring long-term efficacy.Based on Li Dongyuan's theory that"fire and original qi cannot coexist",this article inherited Academician Chen Keji's academic perspective on"toxin-stasis pathogenesis"and the hemodynamic characteristics of coronary arteries to propose a"four-stage pathological progression"in post-PCI patients,namely spleen-stomach impairment-original qi deficiency-endogenous yin-fire-toxin-stasis accumulation.It emphasized that the heart vessels rely on qi and blood for nourishment and patency for function,elucidated the therapeutic rationale of Danggui Buxue Decoction,and presented the self-formulated Yixin Hemai Prescription,modified through syndrome differentiation,and performed simultaneous reinforcement and dredging,in order to provide diagnosis and treatment ideas for coronary heart disease after PCI treated with TCM.
9.Research progress on cervical cerclage for preventing preterm birth in twin pregnancies
Peili WU ; Qing XUE ; Xuanxuan LIU ; Xiao SUN
Chinese Journal of Perinatal Medicine 2024;27(3):258-261
Preterm birth is the most common maternal complication in twin pregnancies. In recent years, cervical cerclage has been of long-standing interest in the prevention of preterm birth in twin pregnancies. However, its clinical application in the treatment of cervical insufficiency of twin pregnancies remains a controversial subject. In addition, infection or inflammation conditions are considered to be closely related to the perinatal outcomes of twin pregnancies after cervical cerclage. This paper reviews the research progress on cervical cerclage in twin pregnancies, recommending cervical cerclage for twin pregnancies with cervical length≤15 mm or cervical dilatation, while it is not suggested for those with cervical length of 15-25 mm or history-indicated cervical cerclage. The clinical significance of preoperative evaluation of intraamniotic infection or inflammation of twin pregnancies needs to be further explored, but it is necessary to avoid the effect of antibiotic use on the evaluation of surgical effects.
10.Analysis of 23 cases of spontaneous perirenal urine extravasation after urinary tract obstruction
Peili MA ; Haitao DAI ; Zhong ZHANG ; Yuanhua LIU ; Peichao GUO ; Zhenxing HU ; Changwei PENG
Journal of Modern Urology 2024;29(10):865-868
[Objective] To investigate the clinical manifestations and explore the experience of diagnosis and treatment of spontaneous perirenal urine extravasation after urinary tract obstruction so as to improve the understanding of the disease. [Methods] The clinical data of 23 patients with spontaneous perirenal urine extravasation after obstruction treated at our hospital during 2018 and 2020 were retrospectively analyzed, including the primary diseases, clinical manifestations, imaging examination, treatment and prognosis. The key points of diagnosis and treatment were summarized. [Results] Of the 23 patients, there were 15 males and 8 females, with an average age of 43.4 years. These cases were diagnosed by imaging tests such as ultrasound, computed tomography urography (CTU) and CT. Ureteroscopic lithotripsy was performed in 3 patients with ureteral calculi, retrograde ureteral catheterization in 4 patients and percutaneous nephrostomy in 13 patients. Afterwards, a second phase surgery was performed based on the patients' condition. Of the 3 patients with tumor metastasis who underwent retrograde ureteral catheterization, 2 operation were successful, and 1 operation failed and then converted to nephrostomy and drainage under B-ultrasound localization. [Conclusion] CTU should be performed as soon as possible to make a definite diagnosis. Treatment can be achieved with ureteral retrograde catheterization or percutaneous nephrostomy to achieve local decompression, followed by secondary surgery to treat the primary cause of obstruction.

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