1.Characterization and biological properties of naringin-loaded chitosan/beta-tricalcium phosphate scaffold
Qian YUAN ; Hao ZHANG ; Jie PANG
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2026;30(2):424-432
BACKGROUND:Naringin has been shown to promote the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells,making it a potential candidate for treating osteoporosis andenhancing fracture healing.However,its clinical application is limited by its low bioavailability.OBJECTIVE:To prepare chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds loaded with naringin and characterize their biological properties.METHODS:Chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds were prepared by freeze-drying and chemical crosslinking.The chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds were immersed in anhydrous ethanol solution containing naringin for 3 hours.After vacuum cold drying,chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffolds were obtained.The pore size,porosity,swelling rate,degradation rate,mechanical properties,and in vitro release capacity of naringin of the scaffolds were characterized.Rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells were inoculated on the surface of chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds and chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffolds,respectively,and cell proliferation,adhesion,activity and alkaline phosphatase activity after osteogenic differentiation were detected.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)The results of scanning electron microscopy showed that the naringin-chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate composite scaffold had a porous mesh structure.The average pore diameter was(106.82±25.22)μm;the porosity was(76.26±4.81)%;24-hour swelling rate was(796.17±31.76)%;in vitro degradation rate of 7.71%at 4 weeks,and naringin could be slowly released in vitro for 9 days.There was no significant difference in the average pore size,porosity,24-hour swelling rate,in vitro degradation rate,compression strength and compression modulus at 4 weeks between the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold and the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold(P>0.05).(2)Rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells adhered well to the surfaces of the two scaffolds and had good activity.Compared with the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold,the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffold promoted the proliferation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells(P<0.05),and increased the alkaline phosphatase activity of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells after osteogenic differentiation(P<0.05).(3)The results show that the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffolds exhibit favorable physical properties and can effectively promote the adhesion,proliferation,and osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells.
2.Characterization and biological properties of naringin-loaded chitosan/beta-tricalcium phosphate scaffold
Qian YUAN ; Hao ZHANG ; Jie PANG
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2026;30(2):424-432
BACKGROUND:Naringin has been shown to promote the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells,making it a potential candidate for treating osteoporosis andenhancing fracture healing.However,its clinical application is limited by its low bioavailability.OBJECTIVE:To prepare chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds loaded with naringin and characterize their biological properties.METHODS:Chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds were prepared by freeze-drying and chemical crosslinking.The chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds were immersed in anhydrous ethanol solution containing naringin for 3 hours.After vacuum cold drying,chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffolds were obtained.The pore size,porosity,swelling rate,degradation rate,mechanical properties,and in vitro release capacity of naringin of the scaffolds were characterized.Rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells were inoculated on the surface of chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds and chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffolds,respectively,and cell proliferation,adhesion,activity and alkaline phosphatase activity after osteogenic differentiation were detected.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)The results of scanning electron microscopy showed that the naringin-chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate composite scaffold had a porous mesh structure.The average pore diameter was(106.82±25.22)μm;the porosity was(76.26±4.81)%;24-hour swelling rate was(796.17±31.76)%;in vitro degradation rate of 7.71%at 4 weeks,and naringin could be slowly released in vitro for 9 days.There was no significant difference in the average pore size,porosity,24-hour swelling rate,in vitro degradation rate,compression strength and compression modulus at 4 weeks between the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold and the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold(P>0.05).(2)Rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells adhered well to the surfaces of the two scaffolds and had good activity.Compared with the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffold,the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffold promoted the proliferation of rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells(P<0.05),and increased the alkaline phosphatase activity of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells after osteogenic differentiation(P<0.05).(3)The results show that the chitosan/β-tricalcium phosphate/naringin scaffolds exhibit favorable physical properties and can effectively promote the adhesion,proliferation,and osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells.
3.The Current Issues and Thoughts on the Empowerment of Famous Doctors' Experience Inheritance by Artificial Intelligence
Xiaochen JIANG ; Fudong LIU ; Chuanlong ZHANG ; Yi LI ; Qian SHEN ; Bo PANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(7):710-715
In the context of the modernization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the inheritance of the experiences of famous doctors faces significant challenges due to its complex nonlinear characteristics and dynamic evolution. There are still issues in the current inheritance system, such as the homogenization of talent cultivation models, lack of standardized mentoring practices, and monotonous evaluation method, which hinder the systematic inheritance and innovative development of famous doctors' experiences. Based on a systematic review of the current state of artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted inheritance of famous doctors' experiences, this study explores innovative pathways for deep integration of modern information technologies with famous doctors' experiences from key dimensions, including data authenticity assurance, interdisciplinary collaboration mechanisms, and the establishment of dynamic inheritance standards. It proposes a paradigm shift in the inheritance of TCM famous doctors' experiences in the AI era, aiming to build a new TCM inheritance system of "digital intelligence empowerment and cross-disciplinary innovation", providing theoretical support and practical pathways for the inheritance of famous doctors' experiences in TCM.
4.Differentiation and Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting with Traditional Chinese Medicine Based on the Theory of "Yin Qi Descends,While All Yang Qi Ascends"
Borun LI ; Bo PANG ; Yi LI ; Qian SHEN ; Yuwei WANG ; Run YAN
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(11):1173-1177
This paper discussed the differentiation and treatment of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) in traditional Chinese medicine, based on the theory of "yin qi descends, while all yang qi ascends” from Inner Canon of Yellow Emperor (《黄帝内经》). The core pathogenesis of CINV is attributed to chemotherapy-induced injury to the middle jiao (焦), resulting in the separation of yin and yang and loss of their mutual communication. Acute and explosive CINV is often characterized by "all yang qi ascends", with stomach yang constraint transforming into fire, and qi counterflow leading to vomiting, which can be treated by unblocking stomach yang, draining fire and scattering the counterflow, with Huoxiang Zhengqi Powder (藿香正气散) and medicinals of clearing function. For delayed cases, which are often due to "yin qi descends", and the accumulation of turbid yin obstructs and constrains the deficient yang, the treatment should focus on promoting qi flow to eliminate turbidity, unblocking and boosting yang qi, and Chengqi-series Formulas (承气类方) or Xiao Banxia Decoction (小半夏汤) can be considered. Refractory and anticipated cases usually involve stomach-kidney deficiency and zang-fu (脏腑) organs disharmony, making yin and yang difficult to restore balance, for which the treatment should focus on nourishing both the stomach and kidneys and harmonize the zang-fu organs, with formulas such as Fuzi Lizhong Decoction (附子理中汤) or Xiaoyao Powder (逍遥散) modified as appropriate.
5.Association between sleep patterns and myopia progression in younger school-age children in Changning District, Shanghai
Zihan JIANG ; Cidan YANGZONG ; Zeyan JIN ; Weiyi WEI ; Hong PANG ; Lei QIAN ; Qiaozhen HU ; Jianlin ZHUANG ; Chunjin NIU ; Qian WEI
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2026;38(4):296-301
ObjectiveTo investigate the correlation between sleep patterns and myopia progression among younger school-age children at a primary school in Changning District of Shanghai, based on the data from the Shanghai Students’ Common Diseases and Health Influencing Factors Monitoring System and a sleep-specific survey, so as to provide data support for myopia prevention and control in this age group. MethodsOne primary school was selected from the common diseases and health influencing factors monitoring system for students in Changning District, Shanghai. A total of 230 first-grade students were included in the study. Myopia and refractive parameters were examined, and sleep patterns were investigated. General demographic characteristics and myopia-related behavior data of the students were also collected. Sleep patterns were evaluated in terms of sleep duration, sleep efficiency, and sleep quality, with the latter assessed using the Chinese version of the Children’s Sleep Habits Questionnaire (CSHQ). Multiple linear regression and binary logistic regression models were used to analyze the association between sleep patterns and myopia progression among these students. ResultsThe results of the regression analyses revealed that the total CSHQ score of the students at baseline survey was (48.85±7.15) points. Their sleep efficiency was (94.49±8.48)%, sleep duration was (9.58±0.93) hours, and the proportion of those with insufficient sleep (<10 hours) was 78.26%. At baseline survey, students’ higher daytime sleepiness scores were associated with lower spherical equivalent (SE) ( β=-0.18, 95%CI: -0.31 to -0.04) and an increased risk of axial length (AL) / corneal radius (CR) ratio >3 (OR=1.52, 95%CI: 1.00 to 2.29), whereas longer sleep duration and higher sleep efficiency were associated with higher SE (β=0.18, 95%CI: 0.05 to 0.32; β=0.17, 95%CI: 0.04 to 0.31, respectively), shorter (AL) (β=-0.15, 95%CI: -0.27 to -0.03; β=-0.13, 95%CI: -0.25 to 0, respectively) and a reduced risk of AL /CR>3 (OR=0.70, 95%CI: 0.51 to 0.96; OR=0.73, 95%CI: 0.53 to 0.99, respectively). At baseline survey, children’s higher propensity for sleep problems (OR=1.70, 95%CI: 1.04 to 2.78), sleep resistance (OR=2.26, 95%CI: 1.36 to 3.75), and sleep anxiety scores (OR=2.15, 95%CI: 1.33 to 3.48) were all associated with an increased risk of AL/CR >3 at follow-up (all P<0.05). Furthermore, higher sleep anxiety scores predicted prolonged AL at follow-up (β=0.03, 95%CI: 0 to 0.05). According to the mixed-effects model, higher daytime sleepiness scores and prolonged sleep duration were independently linked to reduced right-eye SE (β=-0.05, 95%CI: -0.10 to 0, P<0.05) and shorter right-eye AL (β=-0.05, 95%CI: -0.10 to 0, P<0.05). ConclusionIn this school in Shanghai, there are problems of insufficient and poor-quality sleep among young children. Sleep problems such as sleep resistance, delayed sleep onset, sleep anxiety, and daytime sleepiness among children may accelerate the risk of myopia progression, while longer sleep duration and higher sleep efficiency may serve as protective factors against the occurrence and development of myopia.
6.Ononin alleviates brain ischemic injury by modulating the Th17/Treg balance
Jia-hong GAO ; Li-hua HUANG ; Jin-qian SONG ; Tao PANG
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2025;41(10):1835-1842
Aim To investigate the im-munomodulatory effects of Ononin on Th17/Treg bal-ance and inflammatory responses,and to evaluate its neuroinmune regulatory role in ischemic stroke.Methods A Foxp3 promoter-driven luciferase reporter assay was used to assess the effect of Ononin on Foxp3 transcriptional activity.The effect of Ononin on the dif-ferentiation of na?ve CD4+T cells into Th 17 and Treg subsets was evaluated by flow cytometry.A transient middle cerebral artery occlusion(tMCAO)model was established in mice to evaluate the effects of Ononin on infarct size,neurological recovery,body weight resto-ration,and survival rate.Flow cytometry and RT-PCR were conducted to elucidate the immunological mechanisms underlying Ononin's effects.Results On-onin significantly enhanced Foxp3 promoter activity,promoted the differentiation of na?ve CD4+T cells into Treg cells,and suppressed Th17 polarization.In the tMCAO model,Ononin significantly reduced acute in-farct size,improved survival,ameliorated long-term neurological deficits,and increased Treg cell propor-tions in ischemic brain tissue.Conclusions Ononin modulates peripheral and central inflammation by resto-ring the Th17/Treg immune balance,thereby exerting significant immunomodulatory effects.Its therapeutic benefit in ischemic stroke is closely linked to immune balance restoration.
7.Development of an innovation-oriented curriculum indicator system for nursing science and technology innovation education
Hongli LI ; Yawen ZHANG ; Wen LI ; Yuhan LU ; Xinying YU ; Dong PANG ; Qian PENG ; Qiuli YAO ; Wei ZHANG ; Hong YANG
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(34):4714-4719
Objective:To construct an indicator system for a nursing science and technology innovation curriculum guided by innovation competence, in order to provide a reference for cultivating innovation ability in nursing students.Methods:The overall research period was from March to December 2024. A nursing innovation curriculum indicator framework was initially developed through literature analysis and brainstorming. From October to December 2024, 19 experts from nine hospitals or universities across five provinces and cities were selected via purposive sampling to participate in two rounds of Delphi consultation. Revisions were made based on expert feedback.Results:Both rounds of expert consultation achieved a 100% response rate. The authority coefficient of the experts was 0.92. The final indicator system included four curriculum elements: course content, course objectives, teaching methods, and assessment, encompassing 14 first-level indicators and 40 second-level indicators.Conclusions:The innovation-oriented indicator system for nursing science and technology education demonstrates good scientific validity and reliability. It offers a foundational framework for advancing innovation-focused nursing education and curriculum design.
8.Ononin alleviates brain ischemic injury by modulating the Th17/Treg balance
Jia-hong GAO ; Li-hua HUANG ; Jin-qian SONG ; Tao PANG
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2025;41(10):1835-1842
Aim To investigate the im-munomodulatory effects of Ononin on Th17/Treg bal-ance and inflammatory responses,and to evaluate its neuroinmune regulatory role in ischemic stroke.Methods A Foxp3 promoter-driven luciferase reporter assay was used to assess the effect of Ononin on Foxp3 transcriptional activity.The effect of Ononin on the dif-ferentiation of na?ve CD4+T cells into Th 17 and Treg subsets was evaluated by flow cytometry.A transient middle cerebral artery occlusion(tMCAO)model was established in mice to evaluate the effects of Ononin on infarct size,neurological recovery,body weight resto-ration,and survival rate.Flow cytometry and RT-PCR were conducted to elucidate the immunological mechanisms underlying Ononin's effects.Results On-onin significantly enhanced Foxp3 promoter activity,promoted the differentiation of na?ve CD4+T cells into Treg cells,and suppressed Th17 polarization.In the tMCAO model,Ononin significantly reduced acute in-farct size,improved survival,ameliorated long-term neurological deficits,and increased Treg cell propor-tions in ischemic brain tissue.Conclusions Ononin modulates peripheral and central inflammation by resto-ring the Th17/Treg immune balance,thereby exerting significant immunomodulatory effects.Its therapeutic benefit in ischemic stroke is closely linked to immune balance restoration.
9.Application of esophageal-tubular gastric asymmetric anastomosis in esophageal and esophagogastric junction cancer
Liqun PANG ; Jian JI ; Chenglin LI ; Chao LIU ; Jie ZHANG ; Yan QIAN ; Cong PANG ; Song CHEN ; Shangnong WU ; Yunyun CHEN ; Yanran QIN ; Congxue XIE
Chinese Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2025;28(10):1198-1202
Objective:To evaluate the anti-reflux effect of digestive tract reconstruction using esophageal-tubular gastric asymmetric anastomosis after radical resection of esophageal and esophagogastric junction cancer.Methods:The main steps were as follows:(1)oblique incision of the lower esophagus;(2)curved incision of the tubular anterior gastric wall;(3)the lower end of the esophagus was anastomosed to the tubular gastric incision with a 90-degree torsion; (4)The anterior wall of the anastomosis was reinforced with a transverse-inverted suture,the posterior wall with a folded suture,and the corners of the gastric stump were buried with sutures.The anastomosis operation time,postoperative complications and postoperative hospital stay were recorded;the reconstructed structure and anti-reflux effect of the anastomosis were observed by digestive tract radiography,gastroscopy and follow-up investigation.Results:The Department of Gastrointestinal and Thoracic Surgery of Huaian First People's Hospital, affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, treated 5 patients of esophagogastric junction cancer and 20 esophageal cancer cases between August 2022 and November 2024, including 19 men and 6 women, with a mean age of (66.7±7.4) years. The mean anastomosis time was (35.4±5.9) minutes, the intraoperative blood loss was (117.6±33.4) ml and the mean postoperative hospital stay was(16.6±5.2) days, with no complications such as anastomotic leakage and bleeding. Postoperative digestive tract radiography (Trendelenburg position)showed that all the patients had no contrast reflux,gastroscopy showed no signs of reflux esophagitis and bile reflux gastritis, the anastomosis showed an inverted whiskers valve-like structure. The median follow-up time was (16.8±6.3) months, and all patients had no reflux symptoms such as acid reflux and belching,and no acid suppressive medication was needed.Conclusion:The esophageal-tubular gastric asymmetric anastomosis is a safe and effective antireflux reconstruction technique.
10.Expression of LGALS3BP mRNA,G3BP1 mRNA in Endometrial Cancer Tissue and Their Correlation with the Wnt/β-catenin Pathway Genes and Clinical Pathological Characteristics
Lijuan AN ; Xiang ZHANG ; Xuecheng PANG ; Sumin QIAN ; Weiwei YANG
Journal of Modern Laboratory Medicine 2025;40(4):43-49
Objective To investigate the correlation between the expression of lectin galactoside binding soluble-3 binding protein(LGALS3BP),GTP enzyme activating protein SH3 functional region binding protein 1(G3BP1)and Wnt/β-catenin pathway genes in endometrial cancer(EC)tissues and its clinical prognostic significance.Methods 138 patients with EC treated in Cangzhou Central Hospital from February 2016 to February 2019 were selected.qRT-PCR was used to detect the expression of LGALS3BP mRNA,G3BP1 mRNA and Wnt/β-catenin pathway genes Wnt5a mRNA,β-catenin mRNA and matrix metalloproteinase-9(MMP-9)mRNA in cancer and adjacent tissues.The expression of LGALS3BP protein and G3BP1 protein in cancer and adjacent tissues was detected by immunohistochemistry.Pearson correlation analysis was used to analyze the correlation between LGALS3BP mRNA,G3BP1 mRNA and Wnt/β-catenin pathway genes.Kaplan-Meier curve was used to analyze the effect of LGALS3BP mRNA and G3BP1 mRNA on the survival and prognosis of EC patients.COX regression model was used to analyze the factors affecting the prognosis of EC patients.Results The expression of LGALS3BP mRNA(3.01±0.34),G3BP1 mRNA(2.87±0.33),Wnt5a mRNA(2.29±0.26),β-catenin mRNA(3.25±0.41)and MMP-9 mRNA(2.68±0.36)in EC cancer tissues were higher than those in adjacent tissues(1.10±0.23,1.06±0.24,0.84±0.17,0.88±0.26,0.69±0.17),and the differences were statistically significant(t=52.109~58.719,all P<0.001).The expression of LGALS3BP mRNA and G3BP1 mRNA in EC was positively correlated with the expression of Wnt5a mRNA,β-catenin mRNA and MMP-9 mRNA(r=0.675~0.781,all P<0.001).The expression of LGALS3BP protein(3.54±0.47 vs 0.51±0.16)and G3BP1 protein(2.84±0.44 vs 0.42±0.13)in EC cancer tissues were higher than that in adjacent tissues,and the differences were statistically significant(t=71.692,61.962,all P<0.001).The expression of LGALS3BP mRNA and G3BP1 mRNA in cancer tissues of EC patients with FIGO stage Ⅲ and lymph node metastasis were higher than that of FIGO stage Ⅰ~Ⅱ and no lymph node metastasis,and the differences were statistically significant(t=40.279~557.671,all P<0.001).The 5-year survival rate of LGALS3BP mRNA high expression group was 58.82%(40/68),which was lower than that of low expression group 94.29%(66/70),and the difference was statistically significant(Log-rank χ2=24.970,P<0.001).The 5-year survival rate of G3BP1 mRNA high expression group was 62.12%(41/66),which was lower than that of low expression group 90.28%(65/72),and the difference was statistically significant(Log-rank χ2=15.960,P<0.001).FIGO stage Ⅲ,lymph node metastasis,high expression of LGALS3BP mRNA and high expression of G3BP1 mRNA were risk factors for poor prognosis of EC patients(Wald χ2=7.847~12.054,all P<0.001).Conclusion The expression of LGALS3BP and G3BP1 mRNA is elevated in EC,both of which are associated with Wnt/β-catenin pathway genes,promoting the malignant progression of EC tumors,and are new tumor markers for evaluating the prognosis of EC patients.

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