1.Efficacy of orthokeratology lenses in adolescent myopia patients with different diopters
Xiaojing LI ; Lingling WU ; Qianqian YANG ; Sen ZHAO ; Yun LIU ; Li MENG
International Eye Science 2025;25(1):162-165
AIM: To explore the control effects of wearing orthokeratology lens for 1 a on adolescent myopia patients with different diopters.METHODS: Prospective non-randomized controlled study. A total of 120 adolescent myopic patients(224 eyes), with an average age of 11.00±2.08 years old, who were fitted with orthokeratology lenses in the optometry department of our hospital from November 2022 to May 2023 were collected. There were 3 groups according to the spherical equivalent, including 86 eyes in the group of -0.50--2.00 D, 99 eyes in the group -2.25--4.00 D, and 39 eyes in group -4.25--6.00 D. Patients were followed up for 1 a to observe the changes of uncorrected visual acuity, axial length, corneal curvature, corneal central thickness and corneal endothelial cells density in the three groups after wearing lens for 1 a.RESULTS:A total of 113 cases(212 eyes)were followed up for 1 a, including 82 eyes in the group of -0.50--2.00 D, 95 eyes in the group of -2.25--4.00 D, and 35 eyes in the group of -4.25--6.00 D. There was no statistical difference in corneal central thickness and corneal endothelial cell density among the three groups of patients after wearing lens for 1 a(all P>0.05). Uncorrected visual acuity was significantly improved, and flat kerotometry(FK)and steep kerotometry(SK)were significantly flatter(both P<0.01). Furthermore, the growth of axial length in the three groups of patients after wearing lens for 1 a was 0.21±0.26, 0.13±0.21 and 0.09±0.10 mm, respectively(P<0.05). There were differences between the -0.50--2.00 D group and the -2.25--4.00 D group and -4.25--6.00 D group(P=0.028, 0.010), and there were no differences between the -2.25--4.00 D group and the -4.25--6.00 D group(P=0.344).CONCLUSION:It is safe and effective for young myopia patients to wear orthokeratology lenses, which can prevent the non-benign growth of the axial length and effectively delay the development of myopia, and the myopia control effect is better especially for myopia patients of above -2.0 D.
2.Tianma Gouteng Granule improves motor deficits in mouse models of Parkinson's disease by regulating the necroptosis pathway
Dandan CHEN ; Qianqian REN ; Menglin LÜ ; Baowen ZHANG ; Xingran LIU ; Meng ZHANG ; Yang WANG ; Xianjuan KOU
Journal of Southern Medical University 2025;45(8):1571-1580
Objective To investigate the effects of formulated granules of Tianma Gouteng Yin(TGY)on motor deficits in a mouse model of 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine(MPTP)-induced subacute Parkinson's disease(PD)and explore the possible molecular mechanisms.Methods Ninety C57BL/6 mice were randomized equally into 6 groups,including a control group,a PD model group,a NEC-1(6.5 mg/kg)treatment group,two TGY treatment groups at 5 and 2.5 g/kg,and a Madopar(76 mg/kg)treatment(positive control)group.Mouse models of PD were established by intraperitoneal injection of MPTP(30 mg/kg)for 5 consecutive days with the corresponding treatments for 15 days.The mice were randomly selected for motor function tests.Western blotting was used to detect the changes in expressions of TH,α-syn,RIPK1,RIPK3 and MLKL in the striatum of the mice.Network pharmacology analysis and molecular docking studies were performed to explore TGY-mediated regulation of the necroptosis pathway for PD treatment.Results Compared with those in the control group,the PD model mice exhibited obvious motor deficits with significantly increased α-syn protein expression and lowered TH protein expression in the striatum.Treatment with NEC-1 obviously improved motor deficits,inhibited the necroptosis pathway,and alleviated the changes in TH and α-syn proteins in PD mice.Network pharmacology and molecular docking analyses suggested that the therapeutic effect of TGY in PD was associated with the modulation of RIPK1,a key protein in the necroptosis pathway.In PD mouse models,TGY treatment at the two doses significantly improved motor deficits of the mice,increased TH expression,and decreased the expressions of α-syn and necroptosis-related proteins in the striatum.Conclusion TGY can effectively inhibit the necroptosis pathway,increase TH expression and decrease α-syn expression in the striatum to improve motor deficits in PD mice.
3.TCMKD:From ancient wisdom to modern insights-A comprehensive platform for traditional Chinese medicine knowledge discovery
Wenke XIAO ; Mengqing ZHANG ; Danni ZHAO ; Fanbo MENG ; Qiang TANG ; Lianjiang HU ; Hongguo CHEN ; Yixi XU ; Qianqian TIAN ; Mingrui LI ; Guiyang ZHANG ; Liang LENG ; Shilin CHEN ; Chi SONG ; Wei CHEN
Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis 2025;15(6):1390-1402
Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)serves as a treasure trove of ancient knowledge,holding a crucial position in the medical field.However,the exploration of TCM's extensive information has been hindered by challenges related to data standardization,completeness,and accuracy,primarily due to the decen-tralized distribution of TCM resources.To address these issues,we developed a platform for TCM knowledge discovery(TCMKD,https://cbcb.cdutcm.edu.cn/TCMKD/).Seven types of data,including syndromes,formulas,Chinese patent drugs(CPDs),Chinese medicinal materials(CMMs),ingredients,targets,and diseases,were manually proofread and consolidated within TCMKD.To strengthen the integration of TCM with modern medicine,TCMKD employs analytical methods such as TCM data mining,enrichment analysis,and network localization and separation.These tools help elucidate the molecular-level commonalities between TCM and contemporary scientific insights.In addition to its analytical capabilities,a quick question and answer(Q&A)system is also embedded within TCMKD to query the database efficiently,thereby improving the interactivity of the platform.The platform also provides a TCM text annotation tool,offering a simple and efficient method for TCM text mining.Overall,TCMKD not only has the potential to become a pivotal repository for TCM,delving into the pharmaco-logical foundations of TCM treatments,but its flexible embedded tools and algorithms can also be applied to the study of other traditional medical systems,extending beyond just TCM.
4.Comparative study on the pharmacological activities of Angelica sinensis and its fractions in tonifying blood and moistening intestines
Yucun SHI ; Xuemei HOU ; Xiaoli DONG ; Qianqian YANG ; Ziying MENG ; Guotai WU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(10):28-38
Objective To compare differences in the pharmacological activities of Angelica sinensis and its components on hematopoietic and laxative effects.Methods Kunming mice were randomly divided into eight groups,with 12 mice in each group consisting of equal numbers of males and females.These groups included a normal group,a model group,a positive group,a Angelica sinensis(AS)group,an Angelica sinensis water-soluble(AW)group,an Ethanol extract of Angelicae sinensis(AE)group,and an Angelica sinensis essential oil(AO)group.Except for the normal group,all other groups were established as blood deficiency constipation mouse models through subcutaneous injection of N-acetylphenylhydrazine combined with oral administration of loperamide hydrochloride.On the 7th day of modeling,each group received oral administration of the respective test substance once daily for three consecutive days.General condition and body weight changes of the mice were observed,peripheral blood cells were counted,stool morphology and fecal output were recorded,fecal moisture content and colonic tissue moisture content were determined,small intestine propulsion rate was assessed by a charcoal meal method,and serum levels of β-endorphin(β-EP),cholecystokinin octapeptide(CCK-8),substance P(SP),and vasoactive intestinal peptide(VIP)were determined by ELISA.Differences in the pharmacological activities of Angelica sinensis and its components on hematopoietic and laxative effects were analyzed.Results Compared with the normal group,model group mice showed significantly reduced white blood cell(WBC),red blood cell(RBC),hemoglobin(HGB),hematocrit(HCT),and platelet(PLT)counts,and body weight(P<0.05 or P<0.01).Additionally,fecal moisture content,colon moisture content,and small intestine propulsion rate were decreased(P<0.05 or P<0.01)and serum CCK-8 and SP levels were also lower(P<0.01),while serum β-EP and VIP levels increased(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,AS and AW groups had higher WBC,RBC,HGB,HCT,and PLT counts,defecation volume,fecal moisture content,and colon moisture content(P<0.05 or P<0.01).The AE group showed increased WBC,RBC,HGB,HCT,and PLT counts,and colon moisture content(P<0.05 or P<0.01),but defecation volume and fecal moisture content were not significantly altered.The AO group exhibited increased fecal moisture content,colon moisture content,and defecation volume(P<0.05 or P<0.01),but no significant changes in WBC,RBC,HGB,HCT,and PLT counts.The AE group showed no significant changes in defecation volume,fecal moisture content,and colon moisture content.The AS and AO groups had increased small intestine propulsion rates(P<0.01),while there was no significant difference in small intestine propulsion rate between the AW and AE groups.The AS group had elevated serum CCK-8 and SP levels(P<0.01)and decreased serum β-EP and VIP levels(P<0.01).The AO group had increased serum CCK-8 and SP levels(P<0.05),but no significant change in serum β-EP and VIP levels.The AW group had decreased serum VIP levels(P<0.05),but no statistically significant difference in serum CCK-8 and SP levels.Compared with the AS group,the AW group had higher WBC,RBC,HGB,HCT,and PLT counts,while the AO and AE groups had lower levels of these parameters(P<0.05).Both AW and AO groups had increased fecal moisture content(P<0.05),and both AW and AE groups had increased colon moisture content(P<0.05).AO,AE,and AW groups had elevated serum CCK-8 and SP levels and decreased serum β-EP and VIP levels(P<0.05).In summary,the groups were ordered as follows:AE>AO>AS>AW in terms of blood replenishment,AO>AS>AW>AE in terms of promoting bowel movements,and AO>AS>AE>AW in terms of intestinal motility.Conclusions Angelica sinensis and its components have varying degrees of blood replenishing and bowel-promoting activities.The AE component has strong blood replenishing activity,while the AO component has strong bowel-promoting and defecation-stimulating activity.These findings provide a reference for the development of traditional Chinese medicines based on Angelica sinensis components.
5.Pulmonary hamartoma: a clinicopathological analysis of 316 cases
Yan DONG ; Fanqing MENG ; Huidi HU ; Lihua SHEN ; Qianqian ZHANG ; Xiaoyan JIN ; Jue ZOU
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2025;54(11):1172-1179
Objective:To investigate the clinicopathological features, pathological classification, and molecular characteristics of pulmonary hamartomas.Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on 316 cases of pulmonary hamartomas diagnosed at Nanjing Chest Hospital, Nanjing, China from January 2015 to June 2024. Next generation sequencing (NGS) was performed on 15 cases of this study. The clinical data, histopathological features, immunophenotypes, and molecular alterations were analyzed. Relevant literature was reviewed.Results:Among the 316 patients, there were 154 males and 162 females, with an average age of 56±10 years. Among the 316 cases, 310 were intrapulmonary hamartomas and 6 were intraluminal bronchial hamartomas. Microscopically, there were complex proliferative mesenchymal components and epithelial components, presenting various combinations and hamartomatous morphologies. These hamartomas were morphologically classified into mesenchymal-type hamartomas (cartilaginous, fibrous, smooth muscle, adipose tissue, and mixed types) and epithelial-mesenchymal mixed-type hamartomas (respiratory epithelial-mesenchymal mixed and mucosal gland-mesenchymal mixed types). The cartilaginous hamartomas accounted for 72.8% (230/316) of them, and the non-cartilaginous hamartoma accounted for 27.2% (86/316). Secondary changes such as calcification, ossification, collagenization, mucin degeneration, and cystic changes were commonly present. The immunophenotype was CK7 +/TTF1 + for respiratory epithelial cells, or TTF1 -/CK7 +/p40 + for interstitial cells. Interstitial cells might express desmin, SMA, S-100, caldesmon, etc, while CD34 +/CD10 +/ER + spindle-shaped interstitial cells were also commonly noted. Genetic variations were detected in 11 of the 15 cases that were subject to NGS, including HMGA2-related fusion genes, EP300 mutations, FLT1 mutations, JAK1 mutations, SETD2 and TAP2 mutations, and high-copy amplification of CDK4/PHF1/TSPAN31. The patients were followed up for 6 to 110 months without any known recurrence or metastasis. Conclusions:Pulmonary hamartomas mainly occur in the peripheral lung parenchyma, with the cartilaginous type being the most common. Their clinical pathological and molecular features of pulmonary hamartomas are characterized and the histological types are roughly ascertained in this study, with emphasis of the key points of diagnosis and differential diagnosis. Classification of pulmonary hamartomas is valuable for guiding future research. Pulmonary hamartomas overall have a good prognosis. However, those with cystic changes or intraluminal hamartomas in the bronchus may cause serious airway lesions and therefore require special attention.
6.Exploring aspirin discontinuation timing based on third-trimester risk reassessment in women with first-trimester high risk of pre-eclampsia
Xiaoyan HUANG ; Meiqin JIANG ; Qianqian LIN ; Wenjing MENG ; Qin XUE
Chinese Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2025;60(9):709-715
Objective:To investigate whether continued low-dose aspirin (LDA) intervention affects the incidence of pre-eclampsia (PE) and adverse pregnancy outcomes in pregnant women with high-risk PE screening in the first trimester and reassessed as low risk at 28 weeks of gestation.Methods:This study was a prospective observational cohort study. From April 2022 to April 2024, a total of 106 pregnant women who underwent prenatal examination in the Affiliated Jiangyin Hospital of Nantong University were enrolled. They were assessed as high risk of PE by multiple indicators combined screening at 11-13 +6 weeks of gestation, received LDA intervention, and were reassessed as low risk of PE at 28 weeks of gestation. The patients were divided into withdrawal group (49 cases) and continuation group (57 cases). The incidence of PE and adverse pregnancy outcomes were compared between the two groups. Results:(1) There were no statistically significant differences in general conditions and the incidence of pregnancy complications between the two groups (all P>0.05). During the PE risk screening at 11-13 +6 weeks of gestation, there were no statistically significant differences in mean arterial pressure (MAP) and ultrasound uterine artery pulsation index (UtPI) between the two groups (all P>0.05), but the placental growth factor (PlGF) level in the withdrawal group was significantly lower than that in the continuation group ( P=0.023). There was no significant difference in the proportion of pregnant women with high risk of PE before 32 weeks and 34 weeks of pregnancy between the two groups (all P>0.05). (2) There were 7 cases (14%, 7/49) of PE in the withdrawal group, including 1 case (2%, 1/49) of early-onset PE and 3 cases (6%, 3/49) of PE before 37 weeks of pregnancy. There were 11 cases (19%, 11/57) of PE in the continuation group, including 2 cases (4%, 2/57) of early-onset PE and 4 cases (7%, 4/57) of PE before 37 weeks of pregnancy. There were no significant differences in the incidence of PE (including early-onset PE and PE before 37 weeks of pregnancy), gestational hypertension, severe PE, chronic hypertension complicated with PE and chronic hypertension complicated with pregnancy between the two groups (all P>0.05). (3) There were no significant differences in cesarean section rate, preterm birth rate, placental abruption, postpartum hemorrhage, fetal growth restriction, fetal distress rate, neonatal birth weight, neonatal asphyxia, and 1-minute and 5-minute Apgar scores between the two groups (all P>0.05). No stillbirth occurred in the two groups. Conclusion:For pregnant women with high risk of PE screening in the first trimester and taking LDA intervention, there is no difference in the incidence of PE and adverse pregnancy outcomes whether to continue LDA or not after being reassessed as low risk at 28 weeks of gestation.
7.Nursing care of a patient with acute myocardial infarction combined with frequent electrical storms
Jinmei LUO ; Meng YU ; Qingyin LI ; Cailian CHEN ; Huihuan LI ; Qianqian SHENG ; Qunyan WU
Chinese Journal of Nursing 2025;60(18):2265-2269
This report summarizes the nursing experience of a patient with acute myocardial infarction complicated by cardiogenic shock and frequent electrical storms.The key nursing interventions are outlined as follows.Formation of a multidisciplinary management team:a collaborative treatment plan was developed by assembling a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.Activation of the hospital emergency response system:the hospital's emergency response protocols were promptly activated to ensure efficient emergency nursing care.Dynamic hemodynamic monitoring:circulatory support strategy guided by hemodynamic monitoring.Establish-ment of a malignant arrhythmia warning system:a warning system for malignant arrhythmias was implemented to standardize the emergency procedures for electrical cardioversion and defibrillation,thereby maximizing the time available for life support.Sequential antiplatelet and anticoagulation management:a sequential approach to antiplatelet and anticoagulation therapy was employed to effectively prevent the risks of thrombosis and bleeding.Focus on psychological care and rehabilitation training:emphasis was placed on psychological support and rehabilitation exercises to enhance the patient's comfort and exercise tolerance.The patient was hospitalized for 33 days and was discharged in improved condition.This translation is structured to reflect the conventions of academic writing,making it suitable for inclusion in a clinical report or research paper.
8.Transition pattern of health status among middle-aged and elderly population in China based on the frailty index
Fei XU ; Xinlei MIAO ; Yangxuan HE ; Guimin TANG ; Qianqian WANG ; Meng LI ; Jiayi DENG ; Song LENG
Chinese Journal of Health Management 2025;19(10):823-829
Objective:To investigate transition pattern of health status among middle-aged and elderly population in China based on frailty index.Methods:In this retrospective cohort study, middle-aged and elderly people were selected from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) in 2011; and 1 434 subjects were followed up to 2015. The frailty index was calculated from the prevalence of chronic diseases, daily activity ability and blood biomarkers, and the frailty state was divided by quartiles of the frailty index. Markov models were constructed to determine the transition probabilities of different frailty states.Results:The mean age of the 1 434 subjects was (59.0±9.4) years and the mean frailty index was 0.11±0.05. In the healthy individuals, 63.0% remained healthy after a four-year follow-up; during the same follow-up period, 40.9% of the mildly frail individuals and 23.0% of the moderately frail individuals remained in their baseline frailty status. Increasing age leaded to a gradual increase in the probability of the population shifting to a severely frailty state. Women were more likely to shift to severe frailty status than men (0.029 vs 0.019, Z=3.03, P=0.002). Conclusion:Among middle-aged and elderly population in China, the transition of health states follows a pattern where higher frailty levels are associated with lower stability. Advanced age and female gender are identified as risk factors for progression to severe frailty.
9.Effect and mechanism of dabrafenib combined with tremelimumab on melanoma
Xiaosong WANG ; Yunjiao LIU ; Jin ZHOU ; Qianqian ZHANG ; Lingjie MENG
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice and Service 2025;43(10):496-502
Objective To investigate the effect and mechanism of dabrafenib (DAB) combined with tremelimumab (TREM) on melanoma. Methods The effects of DAB combined with TREM on cell viability, cytotoxicity and cell migration of A375 cells were evaluated by Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) method, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) method and scratch assay. The levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS), adenosine triphosphate (ATP), malondialdehyde (MDA), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) were detected to evaluate the effects of combined drugs on oxidative stress and energy metabolism. In addition, A375 tumor-bearing nude mice model was used to evaluate the inhibitory effect of the combined treatment on tumor growth in vivo, and the degree of cell apoptosis and cell proliferation in tumor tissues were analyzed by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated dutP Nick end labeling (TUNEL) and proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) immunohistochemical staining. Results The combined treatment significantly inhibited the survival rate and migration ability of A375 cells and enhanced the cytotoxicity. The combined intervention also significantly increased ROS level, decreased ATP, SOD and MDA levels. It effectively inhibited tumor growth in tumor-bearing nude mice, increased the apoptosis rate of tumor cells and inhibited cell proliferation. Conclusion DAB combined with TREM may improve the therapeutic effect of melanoma by enhancing oxidative stress, inhibiting energy metabolism, and promoting cell apoptosis. This combination therapy may provide a new therapeutic strategy to overcome the limitations of singledrug therapy.
10.Study on the stops production of prelingually deaf children with cochlear implantation
Qianqian GUO ; Chao MENG ; Jing LYU ; Hui PAN ; Xueqing CHEN ; Shuo WANG
Journal of Audiology and Speech Pathology 2025;33(4):333-337
Objective To investigate the characteristics and development of stops consonant production in Mandarin-speaking prelingually deaf children after cochlear implantation.Methods Thirty prelingually deaf children with a mean age of 4.37 years(SD=1.57)who received unilateral cochlear implantation(CI)under the age of 3,and thirty age-matched normal hearing(NH)children with a mean age of 4.02 years(SD=0.67)participated in the test.Word lists developed by Institute of Linguistics,Chinese Academy of Social Sciences were selected.The accu-racy of the stops(/b/,/d/,/p/,/t/,/k/,/g/)production performance and error types were analyzed.Results① The accuracy of children's stops output in the CI group was significantly lower than that in the NH group.The correct rate of each stop in the CI group was/b/>/d/>/p/>/t/>/g/>/k/,and that in the NH group was/b/>/p/>/d/>/t/>/g/>/k/.② The error type of CI children's stops output was similar to the NH group,with the main error being substitution error.The most common errors involved substitutions within the same place of ar-ticulation,and the more difficult sounds being replaced by the easier ones.③ With the increase in physiological age and hearing age,the total accuracy of stops production of CI children increased.The greatest progress was made 3 years after the operation,but the accuracy still did not reach 100%.There was no significantly correlation with im-plantation age(P>0.05).Conclusion The accuracy of stops production in the CI group was lower than that in the NH group.With the increase of hearing and physiological age,stops production ability improved gradually and de-veloped rapidly within 3 years after the operation.

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