1.A novel dual-targeting strategy of nanobody-driven protein corona modulation for glioma therapy.
Yupei ZHANG ; Shugang QIN ; Tingting SONG ; Zhiying HUANG ; Zekai LV ; Yang ZHAO ; Xiangyu JIAO ; Min SUN ; Yinghan ZHANG ; Guang XIE ; Yuting CHEN ; Xuli RUAN ; Ruyue LIU ; Haixing SHI ; Chunli YANG ; Siyu ZHAO ; Zhongshan HE ; Hai HUANG ; Xiangrong SONG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(9):4917-4931
Glioma represents the most prevalent malignant tumor of the central nervous system, with chemotherapy serving as an essential adjunctive treatment. However, most chemotherapeutic agents exhibit limited ability to penetrate the blood-brain barrier (BBB). This study introduced a novel dual-targeting strategy for glioma therapy by modulating the formation of nanobody-driven protein coronas to enhance the brain and tumor-targeting efficiency of hydrophobic cisplatin prodrug-loaded lipid nanoparticles (C8Pt-Ls). Specifically, nanobodies (Nbs) with fibrinogen-binding capabilities were conjugated to the surface of C8Pt-Ls, resulting in the generation of Nb-C8Pt-Ls. Within the bloodstream, Nb-C8Pt-Ls could bound more fibrinogen, forming the protein corona that specifically interacted with LRP-1, a receptor highly expressed on the BBB. This interaction enabled a "Hitchhiking Effect" mechanism, facilitating efficient trans-BBB transport and promoting effective brain targeting. Additionally, the protein corona interacted with LRP-1, which is also overexpressed in glioma cells, achieving precise tumor targeting. Computational simulations and SPR detection clarified the molecular interaction mechanism of the Nb-fibrinogen-(LRP-1) complex, confirming its binding specificity and stability. Our results demonstrated that this strategy significantly enhanced C8Pt accumulation in brain tissues and tumors, induced apoptosis in glioma cells, and improved therapeutic efficacy. This study provides a novel framework for glioma therapy and underscores the potential of protein corona modulation-based dual-targeting strategies in advancing treatments for brain tumors.
2.Comparison of peri-diaphragmatic hydrodissection versus artificial ascites/pleural effusion in assisting percutaneous ultrasound-guided microwave ablation of right subphrenic colorectal liver metastasis
Si QIN ; Jingwen ZHOU ; Hai HUANG ; Guangjian LIU
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2025;34(11):992-998
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of peri-diaphragmatic hydrodissection in assisting microwave ablation(MWA)of right subphrenic colorectal liver metastasis(CRLM).Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on 101 patients with right subphrenic CRLMs(206 lesions)who underwent percutaneous ultrasound-guided MWA at the Sixth Affiliated Hospital,Sun Yat-sen University from June 2020 to June 2023. Patients were divided into contrast-enhanced ultrasound(CEUS)with hydrodissection group( n=63)and artificial ascites/pleural effusion group( n=38,there were 17 patients with artificial pleural effusion,21 patients with artificial ascites). In the CEUS with hydrodissection group,the peri-diaphragmatic water dissection was established during the post-vascular phase of CEUS. Lesion detection rates,visualization scores,local tumor progression(LTP),and complications were compared between the two groups. Results:In both the CEUS with hydrodissection group and the artificial ascites/pleural effusion group,the lesion detection rates(96.9% and 98.7%)and visualization scores[(3.7 ± 1.3)points and(4.6 ± 0.7)points]improved with water dissection assistance compared to conventional ultrasound[detection rates of 57.5% and 55.7%,visualization scores of(1.9 ± 1.0)points and(2.6 ± 1.5)points]and CEUS alone[detection rates of 78.0% and 78.5%,visualization scores of(3.1 ± 1.5)points and(3.7 ± 1.6)points](all P<0.001). The CEUS with hydrodissection group achieved comparable success rates(96.8% vs. 97.4%, P>0.99)but required less saline[60(30,90)ml vs. 500(500,1 000)ml, P<0.001]than artificial ascites/pleural effusion group. No significant differences were observed in LTP rates,complications,or pain scores(all P>0.05). Conclusions:CEUS combined with peri-diaphragmatic hydrodissection improves detection rates and visualization of right subphrenic CRLM while reducing fluid volume compared to artificial hydrothorax/ascites,serving as a safe and effective adjunct for percutaneous MWA.
3.Predictive value of color Doppler ultrasound combined with electrocardiogram for right heart dys func-tion in patients with pulmonary heart disease
Wan-wan WU ; Hai-bo SHEN ; Chun-lian MA ; Dian-dong HUANG ; Fang-hong WANG ; Hui-qin WANG ; Li KAN ; Jian SUN ; Ji-wen SHEN ; Meng HUANG
Chinese Journal of cardiovascular Rehabilitation Medicine 2025;34(3):332-337
Objective:To investigate the predictive value of color Doppler ultrasound combined with electrocardio-gram for right heart dys function in patients with pulmonary heart disease(PHD).Methods:A total of 100 PHD patients admitted in Dongcheng Branch of First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University between January 2020 and December 2023 were retrospectively analyzed.According to results of 6min walking test(6MWT),pa-tients were divided into good right heart function group(n=64,≥350m)and right heart dysfunction group(n=36,<350m).The indexes of cardiac color ultrasound[isovolumic relaxation time(IVRT),isovolumetric contraction time(IVCT)and right ventricular Tei index],ECG[24h mean R-R interval standard deviation(SDNN),normal R-R interval standard deviation per 5min(SDANN)and the ratio of low frequency components to high frequency components(LF/HF)]were compared between two groups.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve was drawn to analyze the diagnostic value of color Doppler ultrasound,ECG and their combination for right heart dys-function in PHD patients.Spearman correlation coefficient was used to analyze the association of color Doppler ul-trasound,ECG and their combination with right heart dysfunction in PHD patients.Results:Compared with those in good right heart function group,patients in right heart dysfunction group had significant higher IVRT[(120.64±14.08)ms vs.(97.87±10.93)ms],IVCT[(84.28±12.33)ms vs.(71.92±10.61)ms]and Tei index[(0.85±0.11)vs.(0.63±0.07)](P<0.001 all),and significant lower SDNN[(75.52±12.58)ms vs.(85.58±11.75)ms],SDANN[(63.86±10.92)ms vs.(76.75±11.71)ms]and LF/HF[(1.33±0.19)vs.(1.84±0.27)](P<0.001 all).ROC curve indicated that the AUC of color Doppler ultrasound combined ECG in diagnosing right heart dysfunction in PHD patients was 0.911(95%CI 0.838~0.959),which was significantly higher than those of color Doppler ultrasound[0.775(95%CI 0.681~0.853),Z=2.404,P=0.016]and ECG[0.688(95%CI 0.588~0.777),Z=3.968,P=0.001]alone.Spearman correlation analysis indicated that there was a significant positive correlation of color Doppler ultrasound(r=0.547),ECG(r=0.375)and their combination(r=0.810)with right heart dysfunction in PHD patients(P<0.001 all),and the correlation between combined detection and right heart dysfunction in PHD patients was significantly higher.Conclusion:Color Doppler ultrasound combined with ECG possesses high diagnostic performance for right heart dysfunction in PHD patients.
4.Predictive value of color Doppler ultrasound combined with electrocardiogram for right heart dys func-tion in patients with pulmonary heart disease
Wan-wan WU ; Hai-bo SHEN ; Chun-lian MA ; Dian-dong HUANG ; Fang-hong WANG ; Hui-qin WANG ; Li KAN ; Jian SUN ; Ji-wen SHEN ; Meng HUANG
Chinese Journal of cardiovascular Rehabilitation Medicine 2025;34(3):332-337
Objective:To investigate the predictive value of color Doppler ultrasound combined with electrocardio-gram for right heart dys function in patients with pulmonary heart disease(PHD).Methods:A total of 100 PHD patients admitted in Dongcheng Branch of First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University between January 2020 and December 2023 were retrospectively analyzed.According to results of 6min walking test(6MWT),pa-tients were divided into good right heart function group(n=64,≥350m)and right heart dysfunction group(n=36,<350m).The indexes of cardiac color ultrasound[isovolumic relaxation time(IVRT),isovolumetric contraction time(IVCT)and right ventricular Tei index],ECG[24h mean R-R interval standard deviation(SDNN),normal R-R interval standard deviation per 5min(SDANN)and the ratio of low frequency components to high frequency components(LF/HF)]were compared between two groups.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve was drawn to analyze the diagnostic value of color Doppler ultrasound,ECG and their combination for right heart dys-function in PHD patients.Spearman correlation coefficient was used to analyze the association of color Doppler ul-trasound,ECG and their combination with right heart dysfunction in PHD patients.Results:Compared with those in good right heart function group,patients in right heart dysfunction group had significant higher IVRT[(120.64±14.08)ms vs.(97.87±10.93)ms],IVCT[(84.28±12.33)ms vs.(71.92±10.61)ms]and Tei index[(0.85±0.11)vs.(0.63±0.07)](P<0.001 all),and significant lower SDNN[(75.52±12.58)ms vs.(85.58±11.75)ms],SDANN[(63.86±10.92)ms vs.(76.75±11.71)ms]and LF/HF[(1.33±0.19)vs.(1.84±0.27)](P<0.001 all).ROC curve indicated that the AUC of color Doppler ultrasound combined ECG in diagnosing right heart dysfunction in PHD patients was 0.911(95%CI 0.838~0.959),which was significantly higher than those of color Doppler ultrasound[0.775(95%CI 0.681~0.853),Z=2.404,P=0.016]and ECG[0.688(95%CI 0.588~0.777),Z=3.968,P=0.001]alone.Spearman correlation analysis indicated that there was a significant positive correlation of color Doppler ultrasound(r=0.547),ECG(r=0.375)and their combination(r=0.810)with right heart dysfunction in PHD patients(P<0.001 all),and the correlation between combined detection and right heart dysfunction in PHD patients was significantly higher.Conclusion:Color Doppler ultrasound combined with ECG possesses high diagnostic performance for right heart dysfunction in PHD patients.
5.Comparison of peri-diaphragmatic hydrodissection versus artificial ascites/pleural effusion in assisting percutaneous ultrasound-guided microwave ablation of right subphrenic colorectal liver metastasis
Si QIN ; Jingwen ZHOU ; Hai HUANG ; Guangjian LIU
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2025;34(11):992-998
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of peri-diaphragmatic hydrodissection in assisting microwave ablation(MWA)of right subphrenic colorectal liver metastasis(CRLM).Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on 101 patients with right subphrenic CRLMs(206 lesions)who underwent percutaneous ultrasound-guided MWA at the Sixth Affiliated Hospital,Sun Yat-sen University from June 2020 to June 2023. Patients were divided into contrast-enhanced ultrasound(CEUS)with hydrodissection group( n=63)and artificial ascites/pleural effusion group( n=38,there were 17 patients with artificial pleural effusion,21 patients with artificial ascites). In the CEUS with hydrodissection group,the peri-diaphragmatic water dissection was established during the post-vascular phase of CEUS. Lesion detection rates,visualization scores,local tumor progression(LTP),and complications were compared between the two groups. Results:In both the CEUS with hydrodissection group and the artificial ascites/pleural effusion group,the lesion detection rates(96.9% and 98.7%)and visualization scores[(3.7 ± 1.3)points and(4.6 ± 0.7)points]improved with water dissection assistance compared to conventional ultrasound[detection rates of 57.5% and 55.7%,visualization scores of(1.9 ± 1.0)points and(2.6 ± 1.5)points]and CEUS alone[detection rates of 78.0% and 78.5%,visualization scores of(3.1 ± 1.5)points and(3.7 ± 1.6)points](all P<0.001). The CEUS with hydrodissection group achieved comparable success rates(96.8% vs. 97.4%, P>0.99)but required less saline[60(30,90)ml vs. 500(500,1 000)ml, P<0.001]than artificial ascites/pleural effusion group. No significant differences were observed in LTP rates,complications,or pain scores(all P>0.05). Conclusions:CEUS combined with peri-diaphragmatic hydrodissection improves detection rates and visualization of right subphrenic CRLM while reducing fluid volume compared to artificial hydrothorax/ascites,serving as a safe and effective adjunct for percutaneous MWA.
6.Effect of hand hygiene intervention on healthcare-associated case infection incidence from 2014 to 2022
Jia-Yan DING ; Rui-Hong SHEN ; Wen-Qin ZHOU ; Ya-Yun YUAN ; Mei HUANG ; Ya YANG ; Bing-Chao CAI ; Hai-Qun BAN ; Xiao-Fang FU
Chinese Journal of Infection Control 2024;23(2):208-213
Objective To observe the effect of multi-modal hand hygiene(HH)intervention on HH compliance,as well as the relationship between HH compliance and the healthcare-associated(HA)case infection incidence.Methods From 2014 to 2022,the infection control team in a tertiary first-class hospital implemented multi-modal HH intervention for health care workers(HCWs).The changing trend of HH monitoring data,the correlation be-tween HH compliance rate and HA case infection incidence were analyzed retrospectively.Results The consump-tion of HH products in the wards showed a stable upward trend;HH compliance rate increased from 64.98%in 2014 to 85.01%in 2022(P<0.001),and HA case infection incidence decreased from 1.21%to 0.83%(P<0.05).HH compliance rate was negatively correlated with HA case infection incidence(r=-0.369,P=0.027).HH compliance rates in different regions and job posts in each quarter were increased(P<0.001).For 5 different HH moments in each quarter,HH compliance rate fluctuated slightly before sterile manipulation and after touching patient;presented rising trend after touching surroundings around patient,and decreased before touching patient and after touching patient's body fluid since 2020(P<0.001).Conclusion Multi-modal HH intervention can im-prove the HH compliance of HCWs,improving their HH awareness is conducive to reducing HA case infection incidence.
7.Advances in roles of Parabacteroides distasonis and its regulation by traditional Chinese medicines.
Dan LONG ; Meng QIN ; Pei-Peng CHEN ; Xin HUANG ; Ya-Ting CAO ; Ai-Ling YIN ; Yue-Yue CHEN ; Hai-Dan WANG ; Yun-Ke GUO ; Xuan WANG ; Hai-Jian SUN ; Jin-Jun SHAN ; Wei ZHOU
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2024;49(22):5988-5997
Parabacteroides distasonis is a gram-negative bacterium initially isolated from a clinical specimen in the 1930s. The strain was re-classified to form the new genus Parabacteroides in 2006. P. distasonis can regulate intestinal barrier function and plays a key role in immune response and metabolic regulation of bodies. Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) is closely related to the intestinal microbiota. Polysaccharides, saponins, and other ingredients of TCM can treat diseases by interacting with P. distasonis, but the specific mechanisms underlying these processes are still unclear, requiring further exploration. This study reviewed the roles and related mechanisms of P. distasonis in inflammatory-immune diseases, metabolic diseases, cardiovascular disease, neuropsychiatric diseases, cancer, and other diseases and summarized the relevant research results of TCM to prevent and treat diseases by regulating P. distasonis. This study provides a reference for subsequent exploration of P. distasonis and research on the interaction between TCM and intestinal microbiota.
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8.Bibliometric Analysis of Forensic Human Remains Identification Literature from 1991 to 2022
Ji-Wei MA ; Ping HUANG ; Ji ZHANG ; Hai-Xing YU ; Yong-Jie CAO ; Xiao-Tong YANG ; Jian XIONG ; Huai-Han ZHANG ; Yong CANG ; Ge-Fei SHI ; Li-Qin CHEN
Journal of Forensic Medicine 2024;40(3):245-253
Objective To describe the current state of research and future research hotspots through a metrological analysis of the literature in the field of forensic anthropological remains identification re-search.Methods The data retrieved and extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC),the core database of the Web of Science information service platform (hereinafter referred to as "WoS"),was used to analyze the trends and topic changes in research on forensic identification of human re-mains from 1991 to 2022.Network visualisation of publication trends,countries (regions),institutions,authors and topics related to the identification of remains in forensic anthropology was analysed using python 3.9.2 and Gephi 0.10.Results A total of 873 papers written in English in the field of forensic anthropological remains identification research were obtained.The journal with the largest number of publications was Forensic Science International (164 articles).The country (region) with the largest number of published papers was China (90 articles).Katholieke Univ Leuven (Netherlands,21 articles) was the institution with the largest number of publications.Topic analysis revealed that the focus of forensic anthropological remains identification research was sex estimation and age estimation,and the most commonly studied remains were teeth.Conclusion The volume of publications in the field of forensic anthropological remains identification research has a distinct phasing.However,the scope of both international and domestic collaborations remains limited.Traditionally,human remains identifica-tion has primarily relied on key areas such as the pelvis,skull,and teeth.Looking ahead,future re-search will likely focus on the more accurate and efficient identification of multiple skeletal remains through the use of machine learning and deep learning techniques.
9.Correlation between the level of NT-proBNP and cardiorespiratory fitness of individuals following acute high altitude exposure
Ping-Ping LI ; Xiao-Wei YE ; Jie YANG ; Zhe-Xue QIN ; Shi-Zhu BIAN ; Ji-Hang ZHANG ; Xu-Bin GAO ; Meng-Jia SUN ; Zhen LIU ; Hai-Lin LYU ; Qian-Yu JIA ; Yuan-Qi YANG ; Bing-Jie YANG ; Lan HUANG
Medical Journal of Chinese People's Liberation Army 2024;49(9):998-1003
Objective To investigate the correlation between the level of N-terminal pro-Brain natriuretic peptide(NT-proBNP)and cardiorespiratory fitness following acute exposure to high altitude.Methods Forty-six subjects were recruited from the Second Affiliated Hospital of Army Medical University in June 2022,including 19 males and 27 females.After completing cardiopulmonary exercise test(CPET),serological detection of myocardial cell-related markers,and multiple metabolites at a plain altitude(300 meters above sea level),all subjects flew to a high-altitude location(3900 meters above sea level).Biomarker testing and CPET were repeated on the second and third days after arrival at high altitude.Changes in serum biomarker and key CPET indicators before and after rapid ascent to high altitude were compared,and the correlation between serum levels of various myocardial cell-related markers and metabolites and high altitude cardiorespiratory fitness was analyzed.Results Compared with the plain altitude,there was a significant decrease in maximal oxygen uptake after rapid ascent to high altitude[(25.41±6.20)ml/(kg.min)vs.(30.17±5.01)ml/(kg.min),P<0.001].Serum levels of NT-proBNP,Epinephrine(E),plasma renin activity(PRA),angiotensin Ⅱ(Ang Ⅱ),angiotensin-converting enzyme 2(ACE2)and leptin(LEP)significantly increased,with all differences being statistically significant(P<0.05)after acute high altitude exposure.In contrast,no statistically significant differences were observed for creatine kinase MB(CK-MB),cardiac troponin I(cTnI),myoglobin(Myo)and norepinephrine(NE)(P>0.05).Correlation analysis showed a significant negative correlation between NT-proBNP at plain altitude(r=-0.768,P<0.001)and at high altitude(r=-0.791,P<0.001)with maximal oxygen uptake at high altitude.Multivariate linear regression analysis indicated that maximal oxygen uptake at plain altitude(t=2.069,P=0.045),NT-proBNP at plain altitude(t=-2.436,P=0.020)and at high altitude(t=-3.578,P=0.001)were independent influencing factors of cardiorespiratory fitness at high altitude.Conclusion Cardiorespiratory fitness significantly decreases after rapid ascent to high altitude,and the baseline NT-proBNP level at plain altitude is closely related to cardiorespiratory fitness at high altitude,making it a potential predictor indicator for high altitude cardiorespiratory fitness.
10.Targeted surveillance results of healthcare-associated infection in the liver transplantation intensive care unit from 2018 to 2022
Ya YANG ; Jia-yan DING ; Mei HUANG ; Feng LU ; Rui-hong SHEN ; Juan-xiu QIN ; Wen-qin ZHOU ; Xiao-fang FU ; Hai-qun BAN ; Yu-xiao DEND ; Jun-hua ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Infection Control 2024;23(12):1514-1519
Objective To analyze the characteristics of healthcare-associated infection(HAI)in patients in liver transplantation intensive care unit(ICU),and provide basis for the effective prevention and control of liver post-transplantation infection.Methods Targeted surveillance data of HAI in liver transplantation ICU from 2018 to 2022 were analyzed retrospectively.Incidence,incidence trend,infection site,pathogens and drug resistance were analyzed.Results A total of 3 762 liver transplantation patients were surveilled,106 patients developed 133 cases of HAI,with an incidence of 2.82%and a case incidence of 3.54%.There was no significant difference among the years(P=0.473).Infection mainly occurred within 2 weeks after admission to ICU,accounting for 85.85%.The main infection sites included blood system(26.32%),respiratory system(22.56%),and surgical site(19.55%).The average utilization rates of central veinous catheterization,urethral catheterization,and ventilator were 85.77%,70.58%,and 40.83%,respectively.The incidences of central line-associated bloodstream infection(CLABSI),catheter-associated urinary tract infection(CAUTI),and ventilator-associated pneumonia(VAP)were 0.54‰,0.33‰,and 1.84‰,respectively.A total of 131 strains of pathogens were detected,of which Gram-negative bac-teria accounted for 38.17%and Gram-positive bacteria accounted for 29.77%.The top three pathogens were Kleb-siella pneumoniae(15.27%),Enterococcus faecium(11.45%),and Acinetobacter baumannii(9.16%).Conclusion Effective prevention and control measures should be taken based on the characteristics of HAI in the liver transplan-tation ICU,so as to curb bacterial resistance and reduce liver post-transplantation HAI.

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