ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanisms of Runmu Dihuang decoction （RMDHD） in treating perimenopausal dry eye with liver-kidney Yin deficiency syndrome based on the silent information regulator 3 （SIRT3）/hypoxia-inducible factor-1α （HIF-1α）/nuclear factor-κB （NF-κB） signaling pathway. MethodsSixty female Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into six groups （n=10 per group）： Sham operation group， model group， sodium hyaluronate eye drop group， and low-， medium-， and high-dose RMDHD groups （5.625， 11.25， 22.50 g·kg^-1）. Except for the sham operation group， all rats underwent bilateral ovariectomy and were administered 0.1% benzalkonium chloride eye drops combined with long-term chronic irritation to establish a perimenopausal dry eye model with liver-kidney Yin deficiency syndrome. Drug administration began in the 11th week after modeling and continued for 21 days. General conditions， screen-grip test scores， tear secretion volume， tear film breakup time （TFBUT）， and corneal fluorescein staining were recorded. Serum levels of reactive oxygen species （ROS）， follicle-stimulating hormone （FSH）， estradiol （E₂）， and progesterone （PROG） were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay （ELISA）. Pathological changes in the lacrimal glands， corneas， and uteri were observed using hematoxylin-eosin （HE） staining. Protein expression levels of SIRT3， HIF-1α， phosphorylated NF-κB p65 （p-NF-κB p65）， and total NF-κB p65 in the lacrimal glands were detected by Western blot. The expression of inflammatory cytokines interleukin-1β （IL-1β） and tumor necrosis factor-α （TNF-α） in the lacrimal glands was assessed by immunohistochemistry （IHC）. ResultsAfter model establishment， no significant differences were observed among the groups except the sham operation group. Compared with the sham operation group， the other groups exhibited slowed movement， dull responses， increased irritability， reduced body weight， elevated rectal temperature， decreased screen-grip test scores， reduced tear secretion， and significantly shortened TFBUT （P<0.05）. After treatment， compared with the model group， the sodium hyaluronate eye drop group and all RMDHD groups showed improved general conditions， significantly increased tear secretion （P<0.05）， prolonged TFBUT （P<0.05）， and elevated screen-grip test scores （P<0.05）. Serum ROS and FSH levels were significantly decreased， while E₂ and PROG levels were significantly increased （P<0.05）. Pathological damage to the cornea， lacrimal glands， and uterus was ameliorated. In addition， protein expression levels of SIRT3 and HIF-1α in the lacrimal glands were significantly upregulated （P<0.05）， whereas the expression of p-NF-κB p65， IL-1β， and TNF-α was significantly downregulated （P<0.05）. ConclusionRMDHD increases tear secretion and TFBUT， improves lacrimal gland and corneal injury， and alleviates dry eye symptoms in a perimenopausal dry eye rat model with liver-kidney Yin deficiency syndrome. The underlying mechanism may be related to regulation of the SIRT3/HIF-1α/NF-κB signaling pathway， inhibition of oxidative stress and inflammatory responses， and reduction of ocular surface tissue damage.

Objective To analyze the urban drinking water quality and its influencing factors in Anhui Province from 2014 to 2022, and to provide a scientific basis for water quality improvement and protection. Methods The data were collected, saved and monitored according to the Standard Test Method for Drinking Water (GB/T5750-2006) and evaluated according to the Hygienic Standard for Drinking Water (GB 5749-2006). Results A total of 20 941 samples were collected, and the overall qualified rate was 84.26%. The qualified rate of urban drinking water increased from 76.9% in 2014 to 93.3% in 2022, and the qualified rate of water quality was on the rise (χ²=544.43, P＜0.01). From 2014 to 2022, the qualified rate of water quality in dry season was higher than that in wet season (χ²=35.98, P<0.001), the qualified rate of surface water was higher than that of ground water (χ²=4440.8, P<0.001), and the qualified rate of peripheral tap water was higher than that of factory water (χ²=145.1, P<0.001). Among all kinds of disinfection methods, chlorination disinfection had the highest qualified rate (χ²=1483.8, P<0.001). The qualified rate of water quality increased with the increase of the scale of water plant. Among the inspected indicators, the main unqualified indicators were chlorine dioxide (7.72%), fluoride (7.41%), free residual chlorine (3.90%), and total bacterial count (2.13%). Conclusion The passing rate of urban drinking water quality in Anhui Province is on an upward trend, and the quality of urban drinking water has improved. However, it is still important to pay attention to the problem of excessive microorganism and fluoride in water, and the quality of drinking water varies from place to place.

OBJECTIVE To study the imaging characteristics of the normal cricoarytenoid joint.METHODS A retrospective study was conducted on the upper airway CT images of 175 subjects with normal laryngoscopic findings.According to age groups,a qualitative evaluation was made of the calcification of the arytenoid cartilage(AC),the hyperplasia of the AC,and the degree of stenosis of the cricoarytenoid joint(CAJ).The study aimed to explore the changing trends of these factors with age.We evaluated the spatial position structures such as the length of the vocal cords(l-VC),the distance between the muscle process of the arytenoid cartilage and the thyroid cartilage(d-MPCC),and the angle of the cricoarytenoid joint(a-CAJ).RESULTS There were differences in calcification of AC,hyperplasia of AC and stenosis of CAJ among different age groups.The calcification of AC(r=0.36,P<0.001),hyperplasia of AC(r=0.49,P<0.001)and stenosis of CAJ(r=0.54,P<0.001)the were positively correlated with age.Bilateral l-VC and a-CAJ were symmetry(all P>0.05).CONCLUSION The morphology of the CAJ was symmetrical in the normal population.It gradually underwent calcification,hyperplasia,and stenosis with age.Upper airway CT examination could evaluate the morphology and spatial position of the CAJ,providing an anatomical reference for clinical practice

Abstract Modern western medicine typically focuses on treating specific symptoms or diseases, and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) emphasizes the interconnections of the body’s various systems under external environment and takes a holistic approach to preventing and treating diseases. Phenomics was initially introduced to the field of TCM in 2008 as a new discipline that studies the laws of integrated and dynamic changes of human clinical phenomes under the scope of the theories and practices of TCM based on phenomics. While TCM Phenomics 1.0 has initially established a clinical phenomic system centered on Zhenghou (a TCM definition of clinical phenome), bottlenecks remain in data standardization, mechanistic interpretation, and precision intervention. Here, we systematically elaborates on the theoretical foundations, technical pathways, and future challenges of integrating digital medicine with TCM phenomics under the framework of “TCM phenomics 2.0”, which is supported by digital medicine technologies such as artificial intelligence, wearable devices, medical digital twins, and multi-omics integration. This framework aims to construct a closed-loop system of “Zhenghou–Phenome–Mechanism–Intervention” and to enable the digitization, standardization, and precision of disease diagnosis and treatment. The integration of digital medicine and TCM phenomics not only promotes the modernization and scientific transformation of TCM theory and practice but also offers new paradigms for precision medicine. In practice, digital tools facilitate multi-source clinical data acquisition and standardization, while AI and big data algorithms help reveal the correlations between clinical Zhenghou phenomes and molecular mechanisms, thereby improving scientific rigor in diagnosis, efficacy evaluation, and personalized intervention. Nevertheless, challenges persist, including data quality and standardization issues, shortage of interdisciplinary talents, and insufficiency of ethical and legal regulations. Future development requires establishing national data-sharing platforms, strengthening international collaboration, fostering interdisciplinary professionals, and improving ethical and legal frameworks. Ultimately, this approach seeks to build a new disease identification and classification system centered on phenomes and to achieve the inheritance, innovation, and modernization of TCM diagnostic and therapeutic patterns.

Objective: To investigate the prevalence of sleep quality among the elderly in nursing homes in Changning District, Shanghai Municipality, so as to provide insights into prevention and intervention strategies for improving sleep quality and overall quality of life for the elderly. Methods: The elderly from 25 nursing homes in Changning District were selected using a two-stage sampling method. Basic information including gender, age and types of medication were collected. Sleep quality was assessed using the Athens Insomnia Scale, and depressive symptoms were measured using the Geriatric Depression Scale. Factors affecting sleep quality among the elderly in nursing homes were analyzed using a multivariable logistic regression model. Results: A total of 739 participants were surveyed, including 516 males (69.82%) and 223 females (30.18%). The majority of participants were aged 80 to <90 years (478, 64.68%). Among them, 432 participants (58.46%) had normal sleep, 144 (19.49%) had suspected insomnia, and 163 (22.06%) had insomnia. Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that older age (OR=1.030, 95%CI: 1.005-1.055), more medication types (OR=1.971, 95%CI: 1.381-2.812), frequent nighttime bathroom visits (OR=2.921, 95%CI: 1.853-4.605) and depressive symptoms (OR=3.295, 95%CI: 2.440-4.449) were associated with a higher risk of insomnia among the elderly in nursing homes. Conclusions Insomnia was reported in 22.06% of the elderly in nursing homes in Changning District. Age, the number of medication types, frequency of nighttime bathroom visits, and depressive symptoms are the main influencing factors for their sleep quality.

Objective To study the clinical application value of abdominal pressure band in CT-guided puncture biopsy of lower lung nodules.Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on 100 patients who underwent lower lung nodule punc-ture biopsy at the Cancer and Radiotherapy Center of Tongji Hospital affiliated to Huazhong University of Science and Technol-ogy from January to December 2022.They were divided into abdominal pressure band group and control group.There were 40 patients in abdominal pressure band group,among which abdominal pressure bands were applied during the puncture process.There were 60 patients in control group who did not use abdominal pressure bands during the puncture process.The CT scan frequency,puncture depth,success rate,intraoperative time,incidence of complications,and radiation dose for puncture biopsy were compared between the two groups.Results The median value of CT scan frequency during puncture biopsy in ab-dominal pressure band group was 5 times,with a success rate of 100％(40/40).The median value of intraoperative time was 7.9 min,and the incidence of complications was 10％(4/40).The median value of radiation dose was 210.4 mGy·cm.The median value of CT scan frequency during puncture biopsy in control group was 8 times,with a success rate of 86.7％(52/60).The me-dian value of intraoperative time was 13 min,and the incidence of complications was 40％(24/60).The median value of radiation dose was 287.7 mGy·cm.Differences in five indicators were statistically significant between the two groups(all P＜0.05).Conclusion Application of the abdominal pressure bands in lower lung nodule puncture biopsy can significantly reduce the number of scans,shorten surgical time,reduce the radiation dose received by patients,and have a higher success rate and lower incidence of complications.Utilization of pressure band should be promoted in clinical practice.

Objective:To summarize the successful diagnosis and treatment experience of two patients with peritoneal dialysis complicated with cholangiolithiasis and cholangitis who received endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of two patients with peritoneal dialysis combined with bile duct stones at Peking University Third Hospital who underwent ERCP combined with endoscopic sphincterotomy and were successfully transferred out of the hospital. Observe successful removal of bile duct stones and adverse events related to surgery, such as pancreatitis, summarize experience, and conduct literature review.Result:The overall success rate of stone removal in 2 patients was 100%, and they recovered well after treatment without severe postoperative bleeding. One patient developed postoperative pancreatitis and secondary peritonitis after ECRP, and active anti infection treatment did not affect peritoneal function. Regular peritoneal dialysis was maintained during the perioperative period, and postoperative close follow-up and flexible adjustment of peritoneal dialysis dose and concentration were carried out to ensure a smooth transition of patients to regular and stable peritoneal dialysis.Conclusion:ERCP is a feasible treatment for PD patients combined with choledocholithiasis, and can be well tolerated by them. The treatment of peritoneal dialysis patients requires long-term follow-up and management, and multidisciplinary cooperation is required when acute complications occur.

Objective To conduct visualization analysis on research about Taraxaci Herba;To understand the research status,hotspots and trend of this field;To provide references for relevant research and clinical application.Methods The literature related to Taraxaci Herba was retrieved from CNKI,Wanfang Data,VIP and CBM from January 1,2000 to October 25,2023.NoteExpress 3.9 software was used to organize the bibliothems,and CiteSpace 6.2.R5 software was used to perform visualization analysis on the authors,research institutions and keywords.Results After screening,a total of 1 286 articles were included,with an overall upward trend in the number of annual publications.There were 518 source journals,and the journal with the most articles was Lishizhen Medicine and Materia Medica Research(33 articles);724 authors were involved,including Li Xifeng with the most articles(24 articles),and the core authors included Li Xifeng,Du Yunfeng,Hao Zhe,etc.;core research institutions included Henan University of Chinese Medicine,Yanbian University,Jiamusi University,etc.;high-frequency keywords included"Taraxaci Herba","caffeic acid","flavone","chlorogenic acid","Chinese materia medica"and so on.The research frontier involved breast cancer,inflammatory factors,Taraxaci Herba root,proliferation and antioxidant.Conclusion The current research hotspots in Taraxaci Herba focus on chemical composition,mechanism,compatibility application and disease treatment.In-depth study of the chemical constituents,refinement of the relevant mechanisms and disease treatment are the research trends in this field.

Objectives:To analyze the status and temporal changes of disability-adjusted life year (DALY) for stomach and colorectal cancers among registered permanent residents in Changning District of Shanghai Municipality, and provide scientific basis for the prevention and treatment of stomach and colorectal cancers in this district.Methods:Using the cancer registration data of stomach and colorectal cancers from 2002 to 2019, we estimated the indices such as the DALYs, the DALY crude rates, the age-standardized DALY rates, etc. Then we used the Joinpoint regression model to calculate the average annual percent change (AAPC) and annual percent change (APC) to explore the temporal variations in different periods.Results:The DALYs of stomach and colorectal cancers in Changning District from 2002 to 2019 were 55 931 person years and 65 252 person years, respectively. The crude rates of DALY were 512.16/10 5 and 597.51/10 5, respectively. We observed a higher disease burden in men than in women, and the peak rate of DALY in stomach cancer was in the 75-79 years age group, while in colorectal cancer the rate was in the 85-years-or-older age group. Joinpoint regression analysis showed that from 2002 to 2019, the age-standardized DALY rate of stomach cancer showed a downward trend (AAPC=-3.86%, P＜0.05), while the trend of colorectal cancer was not statistically significant(AAPC=-0.08%, P＞0.05). However, the trends in the age-standardized DALY rates of colorectal cancer were different between males and females, with males showing an upward trend (AAPC=1.24%, P＜0.05) and females showing a downward trend (AAPC=-1.67%, P＜0.05). Conclusions:The DALY of stomach and colorectal cancers in Changning District of Shanghai showed a decreasing trend. Males and the middle-aged and elderly populations are still the key targets for disease prevention and control in this district.

Objective To explore the value of intravoxel incoherent motion(IVIM)parameters in the diagnosis of ipsilateral thalamic diaschisis(ITD)after unilateral supratentorial cerebral infarction via combination of arterial spin labeling(ASL)and IVIM.Methods A total of 111 patients with cerebral infarction were selected,including 61 patients in the acute stage(＞6 h-3 d),50 patients in the subacute stage(＞3 d-11 d).All patients were subjected to MRI examination,and the diffusion weighted imaging(DWI),ASL,and IVIM image data were uploaded to the GE workstation.The regions of interest(ROI)in the bilateral thalamus were selected,and the cerebral blood flow(CBF),D*,D,and f values were measured,and the asymmetry index(AI)was calculated.ITD was diagnosed according to AI＞10％,and all patients were divided into ITD-positive and ITD-negative groups.The differences of each parameter between the two groups and their relationship with AI were analyzed.Results In acute stage and subacute stage cerebral infarction,the CBF,D*and D values of ipsilateral thalamus were lower than those of contralateral thalamus,while the f value was higher than those of contralateral thalamus.There was no statistical significance in D*,D and f values between ITD-positive and ITD-negative groups after acute stage cerebral infarction(P＞0.05).There were significant differences in CBF,apparent diffusion coefficient(ADC),D and f values in ITD-positive group after subacute stage cerebral infarction(P＜0.05),but no significant differences in D*value of ITD-positive group and CBF,D*,D,f values of ITD-negative group(P＞0.05).AI-D*,AI-D and AI-ADC in subacute stage were positively correlated with AI-CBF,while AI-f was negatively correlated with AI-CBF.The area under the curve(AUC)of AI-D and AI-f in subacute stage were 0.749 and 0.699,respectively.Conclusion The combination of ASL and IVIM has confirmed the phenomenon of ITD after unilateral supratentorial cerebral infarction,with high diagnostic efficacy of quantitative parameters D value and f value.It can non-invasively evaluate the thalamic microstructural and perfusion changes in the early stage after cerebral infarction.