1.Improvement effects and mechanism of urinastatin on cisplatin-induced myocardial injury
Jiafu REN ; Pengfei CHEN ; Rong A ; Jing LI
China Pharmacy 2025;36(8):920-925
OBJECTIVE To investigate the improvement effects and potential mechanism of ulinastatin (UTI) on cisplatin (CP)-induced myocardial injury. METHODS Rabbits were used as study subjects and randomly divided into blank group (normal saline 2 mL/d, for consecutive 7 d), CP group (150 mg/m2, on the 1st and 4th day), UTI low-dose/high-dose group (UTIL/UTIH group, UTL 25 000 or 50 000 IU/kg, once a day, for consecutive 7 d), c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) inhibitor group (JNKi group, SP600125 15 mg/kg, on the 1st and 4th day+CP 150 mg/m2, on the 1st and 4th day+normal saline 2 mL/d, on the other 5 days). Except for the blank group, rabbits in the other groups were injected with relevant medicine and/or normal saline via a marginal ear vein on one side. The serum level of cardiac troponin Ⅰ (cTnⅠ) in rabbits on the 1st and 8th days of the detection experiment, as well as the levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione (GSH) and malondialdehyde (MDA) in myocardial tissue on the 8th day of the experiment, were all measured in each group. The pathological changes and myocardial cell apoptosis in myocardial tissue were observed, and the protein expressions of B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2), Bcl-2 associated X protein (Bax), JNK, phosphorylated JNK (P-JNK), mitochondrial fission factor (Mff), and dynamin-related protein 1 (Drp1) in myocardial tissue were all determined. RESULTS Compared with the blank group, the CP group showed significant myocardial injury. The cell apoptotic rate, the levels of cTnⅠ in serum and MDA in myocardial tissue, as well as protein expressions of Bax, JNK, p-JNK, Mff, and Drp1, were all significantly increased or up-regulated, SOD level and protein expression of Bcl-2 significantly reduced or down+regulated(P<0.05). Compared with the CP group, the myocardial injury in rabbits from each drug treatment group showed improvement. The cell apoptosis index, the levels of cTnⅠ in serum and MDA in myocardial tissue, as well as protein expressions of Bax, JNK, p-JNK, Mff (except for UTIL group), and Drp1, were all significantly reduced or down-regulated, while SOD, GSH level and protein expression of Bcl-2 significantly increased or up-regulated (P<0.05); moreover, the improvement in some indicators was significantly better in the UTIH group and the JNKi group compared to the UTIL group (P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS UTI may ameliorate CP-induced myocardial injury, the potential mechanism of which may be associated with antagonizing oxidative stress and inhibiting the JNK/Mff signaling pathway.
2.Clinical practice guidelines for intraoperative cell salvage in patients with malignant tumors
Changtai ZHU ; Ling LI ; Zhiqiang LI ; Xinjian WAN ; Shiyao CHEN ; Jian PAN ; Yi ZHANG ; Xiang REN ; Kun HAN ; Feng ZOU ; Aiqing WEN ; Ruiming RONG ; Rong XIA ; Baohua QIAN ; Xin MA
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(2):149-167
Intraoperative cell salvage (IOCS) has been widely applied as an important blood conservation measure in surgical operations. However, there is currently a lack of clinical practice guidelines for the implementation of IOCS in patients with malignant tumors. This report aims to provide clinicians with recommendations on the use of IOCS in patients with malignant tumors based on the review and assessment of the existed evidence. Data were derived from databases such as PubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library and Wanfang. The guideline development team formulated recommendations based on the quality of evidence, balance of benefits and harms, patient preferences, and health economic assessments. This study constructed seven major clinical questions. The main conclusions of this guideline are as follows: 1) Compared with no perioperative allogeneic blood transfusion (NPABT), perioperative allogeneic blood transfusion (PABT) leads to a more unfavorable prognosis in cancer patients (Recommended); 2) Compared with the transfusion of allogeneic blood or no transfusion, IOCS does not lead to a more unfavorable prognosis in cancer patients (Recommended); 3) The implementation of IOCS in cancer patients is economically feasible (Recommended); 4) Leukocyte depletion filters (LDF) should be used when implementing IOCS in cancer patients (Strongly Recommended); 5) Irradiation treatment of autologous blood to be reinfused can be used when implementing IOCS in cancer patients (Recommended); 6) A careful assessment of the condition of cancer patients (meeting indications and excluding contraindications) should be conducted before implementing IOCS (Strongly Recommended); 7) Informed consent from cancer patients should be obtained when implementing IOCS, with a thorough pre-assessment of the patient's condition and the likelihood of blood loss, adherence to standardized internally audited management procedures, meeting corresponding conditions, and obtaining corresponding qualifications (Recommended). In brief, current evidence indicates that IOCS can be implemented for some malignant tumor patients who need allogeneic blood transfusion after physician full evaluation, and LDF or irradiation should be used during the implementation process.
3.Role of TIM3 Pathway in Immune Pathogenesis and Targeted Therapy of Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Xinyu GUO ; Shunjie YU ; Jinglian TAO ; Yingshuai WANG ; Xiaotong REN ; Zhaoyun LIU ; Rong FU ; Zonghong SHAO ; Lijuan LI
Cancer Research on Prevention and Treatment 2025;52(9):731-735
Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a myeloid tumor derived from the malignant clones of hematopoietic stem cells, has an annually increasing incidence. The contemporary research direction has shifted to analyzing the synergistic effect of immune surveillance collapse and abnormal bone marrow microenvironment in the pathological process of MDS. Against this backdrop, the immune checkpoint molecule TIM3 has emerged as a key target because of its persistently high expression on the surface of important immune cells such as T and NK cells. The abnormal activation of the TIM3 pathway is the mechanism by which solid tumors and hematological malignancies achieve immune escape and is a key hub in the formation of immune exhaustion phenotypes. This work integrates the original discoveries of our team with the latest international progress, systematically demonstrating the bidirectional regulatory network of TIM3 between the malignant clone proliferation of MDS and the immunosuppressive microenvironment. Integrating the evidence from emerging clinical trials allows us to consider the clinical significance of TIM3-targeted blocking for MDS, providing a transformative path to overcome the resistance of traditional treatments and marking a new chapter in the active immune reconstitution of MDS treatment.
4.Epidemiological characteristics and spatiotemporal clustering analysis of leptospirosis in Zhejiang Province from 2018 to 2022
Song GUO ; Wen-Wu YAO ; Ying LIU ; Xu-Guang SHI ; Jiang-Ping REN ; Rong ZHANG ; Zhang-Nü YANG ; Ji-Min SUN
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses 2024;40(9):855-859
The epidemiological and spatiotemporal distribution characteristics of human leptospirosis in Zhejiang Province from 2018 to 2022 were analyzed,to provide a scientific basis for formulating leptospirosis prevention and control strategies.Data on leptospirosis were collected from the China Information System for Disease Control and Prevention,and analyzed with descriptive epidemiological methods.ArcMap 10.8 software was used for spatial autocorrelation analysis and visual display of the results.SaTScan 10.1.2 software was used for spatiotemporal scanning,to analyze and describe the spatiotemporal aggrega-tion characteristics of leptospirosis.A total of 255 human cases of leptospirosis were reported in Zhejiang Province from 2018 to 2022,including one death;the average annual incidence was 0.084 3/100 000,and the average annual mortality was 0.000 3/100 000.The highest incidence of leptospirosis in Zhejiang occurred from August to October.Most cases were in middle-aged and older people 45-86 years of age(221 cases,86.67%).The number of cases was highest among people 65-69 years of age(57 cases).The male to female ratio was 4.67∶1.The main occupation was farming(190 cases,74.51%).The cumulative number of cases in Wenzhou and Lishui in 3 years(201 cases)accounted for 78.82%of the total cases.The global spatial auto-correlation analysis from 2018 to 2022 showed that the incidence of leptospirosis in the province presented a positive spatial au-tocorrelation.Local spatial autocorrelation analysis indicated that the"high-high"gathering areas were concentrated primarily in Wenzhou,Lishui,and Taizhou in the mountainous and hilly areas of southern Zhejiang Province.Spatiotemporal scanning anal-ysis revealed three clusters with high incidence in southern Zhejiang Province.The incidence of leptospirosis in Zhejiang Prov-ince showed clear regional clustering and seasonality,and the high incidence area was mainly in the mountainous and hilly areas of southern Zhejiang Province.The cases occurred mainly in middle-aged and older male farmers.Health education among rural resi-dents should be strengthened to prevent potential epidemic risks.
5.Case report and clinical analysis of pyothorax due to Nocardia pseudobrasiliensis infection
Li-Hui ZHAO ; Ju-Rong YAN ; Jun CHEN ; Yi REN
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses 2024;40(9):901-904
Nocardia pseudobrasiliensis(N.pseudobrasiliensis)is a new taxon constituting an emerging species of human pathogenic Nocardia.Few clinical cases of N.pseudobrasiliensis infection have been reported.Here,we discuss the morpho-logical features,identification methods,clinical manifestations,clinical diagnosis,and treatment of N.pseudobrasiliensis,de-scribing experience in the isolation and identification of this pathogen.The case information and diagnostic process in a patient with pyothorax caused by N.pseudobrasiliensis who received treatment in Wuhan Pulmonary Hospital was analyzed retrospec-tively.The relevant literature was analyzed,and experience in diagnosis and treatment is discussed.The treating physician promptly changed the treatment from meropenem to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole combined with amoxicillin/clavulanic acid,on the basis of test results and drug sensitivity information.The patient was discharged early with symptomatic relief af-ter treatment.The reporting of this case is aimed at increasing clinicians'awareness of the disease,decreasing misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis,and supporting timely diagnosis and treatment of patients with lung diseases caused by N.pseudobrasiliensis,particularly pyothorax.
6.Preparation of Pancreatic Polypeptide Nanobody and the Analysis of Binding Activity
Hong-Rui REN ; Qiong JIA ; Jia-Qin WANG ; Jing-Jing TIAN ; Rong-Jie LI ; Hua-Hua HAO ; Jian-Li LI ; Zhi-Can QU ; Rui-Wen FAN
Chinese Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2024;40(9):1273-1281
Pancreatic polypeptide(PP),a pancreatic hormone containing 36 amino acids,plays impor-tant roles in the diagnosis and evaluation of pancreatic function,injury and diseases.In this study,a phage nanobody library against PP was constructed to screen specific PP nanobodies,which would be used to evaluate whether they have binding activity with PP antigen.After PP antigen with high purity was prepared by prokaryotic expression system,it was used to immunize alpaca to construct the nanobody li-brary against PP with high storage capacity and high abundance,from which 8 strains of PP nanobodies were obtained by phage display.One of nanobody strain(PP-VHH)was selected to be expressed in a prokaryotic expression system,which was induced overnight by IPTG.After purification and identifica-tion,the antigen-antibody binding activity and PP level in serum were detected by indirect ELISA and Sandwich ELISA methods,respectively.The results showed that PP-VHH had binding activity with PP,which could be used to detect PP in chicken and human serum.The Sandwich ELISA methods with R2 of the fitting curve 0.9868 could be used to detect PP concentrations of 48-55 pg/mL in the serum of chick-ens,while the concentrations of PP in human serum varied significantly.In summary,PP-VHH screened from nanobody library against PP could detect PP in serum,which would supply the basis for evaluation of abnormal pancreatic function and diagnosis of relative disease.
7.The enlightenment of the design of original drug medical insurance payment standard system in typical countries and regions for China
Lei REN ; Jin-Ping XIE ; Yi-Fan YANG ; Rong SHAO
Chinese Journal of Health Policy 2024;17(8):65-71
Objective:To provide reference for the management of drug medical insurance payment standard under the background of the national drug centralized procurement policy.Method:Research on the management experience of drug and medical insurance payment standard in typical countries and regions.Result:There is a relatively complete drug medical insurance payment standard management system in the typical countries and regions of studied,refer to multiple factors such as the actual trading price in the market,and there are differences in drug medical insurance payment standard between generic and original drug.Recommendation:It is recommended to improve relevant policy documents,and establish a scientific management system for drug medical insurance payment standards,establish a market-oriented mechanism for forming drug medical insurance payment standards through drug market price transactions,and refine classification management based on different attributes of different drugs such as generic drugs and original drugs.At the same time,under the current policy of implementing the same drug medical insurance payment standard for drugs with the same generic name of national drug centralized procurement,it is recommended to continue promoting and optimizing the consistency evaluation of generic drugs,achieving consistency in clinical efficacy between generic drugs and original drugs,in line with the current policy orientation of implementing the same drug medical insurance payment standard for generic drugs and original drugs.
8.Bioinformatics-based construction of a cervical cancer prognosis-associated competing endogenous RNA network
Jingqin REN ; Changhui ZHOU ; Chengqing LIU ; Nazila SAITINIYAZI ; Nan YANG ; Rong LI
Journal of China Medical University 2024;53(5):385-391
Objective To comprehensively analyze the circulatory RNA-long non-coding RNA-microRNA-messenger RNA(circRNA-lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA)network in cervical cancer and construct a prognostic model.Methods Differential and key genes were ana-lyzed using bioinformatics based on data from The Cancer Genome Atlas(TCGA)and Gene Expression Omnibus(GEO)databases.Prognostic mRNA models were constructed based on TCGA database using univariate,Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator(LASSO),and multivariate Cox regression analyses and validated using the GEO database.The R package and Cystoscape software were used to construct a nomogram model and competing endogenous(ceRNA)network of circRNA-lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA in cervical cancer.Results A prognostic model including five mRNAs was constructed using univariate,LASSO,and multivariate Cox regression analyses,which had area under the receiver operating characteristic curve AUC values of 0.71,0.71,and 0.70 at 1,2,and 3 years,respec-tively,indicating its sensitivity and specificity in cervical cancer prognosis.Predictive results were validated using the GSE44001 dataset.The C-index of the nomogram model for this prognostic model was 0.707.In this study,a ceRNA network comprising 39 circRNAs,27 lncRNAs,12 miRNAs,and five mRNAs was constructed.Conclusion The network constructed in this study can help comprehensively elucidate the mechanism of ceRNAs in cervical cancer,and the construction of prognostic and Nomogram models can predict patient prog-nosis.
9.Clinical features and risk factors for comorbid epilepsy among preschool children with cerebral palsy
Jingli ZHANG ; Rong REN ; Mei HOU ; Aiyun YUAN
Chinese Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2024;46(8):716-721
Objective:To analyze the etiology and typology of cerebral palsy (CP) in preschool children with comorbid epilepsy, and their gross motor function (GMFCS) and cranial magnetic resonance (MRICS) classifications.Methods:A total of 837 children (aged 6 months to 6 years) hospitalized with cerebral palsy were divided into an epileptic group ( n=174) and a non-epileptic group ( n=663). Their general data, CP type, CP etiology, GMFCS classifications, MRICS classifications and Gesell development scores were analyzed. Results:Among the 174 children with epilepsy, 158 (90.8%) were under 3 years old. The most common type of CP in the epilepsy group was spastic quadriplegia (50.0%). In the non-epilepsy group it was spastic diplegia (42.1%), a significant difference. There were also significant differences between the two groups in terms of etiology. The number of cases of abnormal brain development differed significantly, as did genetic factors and history of asphyxia. There were also significant differences between the two groups in terms of GMFCS classifications and the distribution of MRICS classes. In the epileptic group, the proportion of gray matter injury was 31.6%. However, white matter injury ranked first in both the epileptic group and the non-epileptic group, reaching 40.8% and 53.7%, respectively. In terms of cognitive functioning there were significant differences in the groups′ mean Gesell developmental quotients: epileptic group 52.21 and non-epileptic group 70.59.Conclusions:The clinical characteristics of CP children with comorbid epilepsy differ with age, CP cause and type, as well as GMFCS and MRICS classifications. Children less than 3 years old with brain mal-developments and genetic factors or asphyxia-hypoxia etiology mostly display spastic quadriplegia CP. They mainly suffer from gray matter injury. The higher the GMFCS classification, the greater the proportion of CP with co-occurring epilepsy and the more severe the cognitive lag tends to be.
10.Report of 5 gene-edited pig-rhesus monkey heterotopic heart xenotransplantation experiment
Gen ZHANG ; Huan WANG ; Yulong GUAN ; Jie YAN ; Ji LI ; Xiaoliang LI ; Xianhua LI ; Rong ZHOU ; Xianzhi WANG ; Zhipeng REN ; Dongsheng HE ; Xin LI ; Dengke PAN ; Dianyuan LI
Chinese Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2024;40(6):379-384
Objective:To investigate the changing trends in cardiac function following xenogeneic heterotopic heart transplantation of multi-gene edited pig hearts and assess the impact of recipient immune responses on donor heart, laying experimental groundwork for the clinical application of gene editing technology.Methods:On December 16, 2023, xenogeneic heterotopic heart transplantation was performed between pigs and rhesus monkeys. Functional status of the graft under post-transplantation load conditions and recipient immune indicators were observed.Results:The recipient monkeys survived for 40 days with satisfactory functionality of both donor and recipient hearts, and no hyperacute or acute immune rejection reactions were observed.Conclusion:Multi-gene editing technology provides potential for xenotransplantation, yet further exploration is needed for its clinical application.

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