1.Rapid Qualitative Analysis Methods and Their Application in Implementation Science
Xuehan WEI ; Xiaoying CHEN ; Runze WANG ; Yingqian ZHANG ; Xuehan LIU ; Jin SUN ; Guoyan YANG ; Wei XIAO ; Chunli LU
Medical Journal of Peking Union Medical College Hospital 2026;17(2):546-556
Implementation science (IS) aims to systematically analyze and address the real-world gaps from evidence to practice and the influencing factors of the context. It is necessary to carry out qualitative research to gather relevant implementation outcomes. Nevertheless, traditional qualitative analysis has issues such as consuming a great deal of time and energy, and it is unable to promptly provide the crucial data required for implementation science research. The Rapid Qualitative Analysis (RQA) method, through semi-structured interviews and the adoption of techniques such as immediate data condensation and matrix analysis, can effectively shorten the cycle of qualitative data collection and data processing. RQA can promptly identify social determinants of health such as structural barriers, facilitators, and the behavioral characteristics of target groups. It provides a real-time basis for public health decision-making, the interpretation of complex social phenomena, and the process and effectiveness evaluation of research projects. Although RQA is difficult to conduct in-depth theoretical analysis based on grounded theory, its efficiency and flexibility make it the preferred tool for large-scale and time-sensitive research. Thus, it has been widely applied in implementation science research. This paper sorts out the core concepts and commonly used technical methods of RQA, as well as the differences between RQA and traditional qualitative analysis. It also explores the applications of RQA in intervention optimization, process evaluation, and implementation outcome evaluation. By integrating specific cases, this paper clarifies its application value in the field of implementation science. In the future, it is advisable to explore the integration of RQA with technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data, in order to bridge the gap between the transformation of scientific research achievements into practice. Under circumstances of limited resources or tight time constraints, RQA can be used to efficiently conduct implementation science research, providing convenient and scientific methodological and technical support for accelerating evidence-based practice.
2.Construction of Syndrome Diagnosis Scale for Chronic Atrophic Gastritis with Turbid Toxin and Stomach Accumulation Based on Delphi Method and Analytic Hierarchy Process
Zhihua LIU ; Xiaoyu LIU ; Yuman WANG ; Runze LI ; Hua LI ; Runxue SUN ; Shaopo WANG ; Jianming JIANG ; Yanru DU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(11):235-243
ObjectiveTo construct a scale for the diagnosis of chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG) with turbid toxin accumulating in the stomach. MethodsFirst, a research group was established to construct the scale framework. Relevant literature of CAG with syndrome of turbid toxin accumulating in the stomach was searched in CNKI, Wanfang Database (WF), and VIP Database (CQVIP) from April 1, 2003 to April 1, 2023, and items were preliminarily selected after standardization of terms. Through clinical investigation, the discrete trend method, correlation coefficient method, Cronbach's coefficient method, and factor analysis method were used to screen symptom items, and the frequency method was used to screen signs, tongue coating, and pulse conditions. Three rounds of Delphi expert consultation were conducted to determine the items of the scale. The weight of each item was obtained by the analytic hierarchy process. ResultsA total of 49 articles were included, and 45 items were obtained after primary screening, including 28 symptoms, 2 signs, 10 tongue coatings, and 5 pulse conditions. After clinical investigation, 15 symptoms were retained, and 8 signs and pulse conditions of tongue coating were retained. The positive coefficients of experts in three rounds of Delphi expert consultation were 100%, 96.67%, and 100%, respectively. The expert authority coefficients were 0.86, 0.87, and 0.87, respectively, and the coordination coefficients were 0.18, 0.25, and 0.30. After core group discussion, Delphi method investigation, and AHP weight assignment, the diagnostic scale items of CAG with turbid toxin accumulating in stomach syndrome were finally established, namely, dark red or purplish tongue proper with yellow greasy (or dry) coating (30 points), epigastric stuffiness and fullness or pain (15 points), sticky and unsmooth defecation (10 points), taste disturbance (sticky mouth, fetid breath, bitter taste, 7 points), heartburn or acid regurgitation (6 points), dizziness and clouding (5 points), general heaviness and fatigue (5 points), slippery, string‑slippery, or slippery‑rapid pulse (5 points), dysuria (or yellow or deep yellow urine, 4 points), poor appetite (4 points), dull complexion (3 points), sticky, greasy, and fetid secretions (3 points), and poor sleep (3 points). ConclusionBased on the establishment, screening, confirmation, and weighting of an item pool, combined with subjective and objective approaches as well as qualitative and quantitative methods, a diagnostic scale for CAG with the syndrome of turbid toxin accumulating in the stomach was successfully constructed.
3.Associations between weekday-weekend screen time and subjective sleep quality among adolescents
CAO Runze, ZHAO Min, WANG Mingming, XI Bo
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(8):1170-1174
Objective:
To explore the association between the joint association of screen time on weekdays and weekends with self rated sleep quality among adolescents, providing scientific basis for improving adolescent sleep health.
Methods:
Using data from "Huantai Children s Cardiovascular Health Follow up Cohort" survey conducted during November to December 2023, a total of 1 197 adolescents aged 12-17 years with complete demographic characteristics, physical measurements, and questionnaire data were included. The dose response relationship between screen time and sleep quality was evaluated by restrictive cubic splines (RCS). Based on screen time on weekdays and weekends (normal: < 2 h/d; excessive: ≥ 2 h/d), adolescents were categorized into 4 groups. Multivariate Logistic regression models were used to analyze the association between the combined effect of screen time on weekdays and weekends and sleep quality.
Results:
The RCS analysis results showed that there was a linear dose response relationship between average daily screen time and poor sleep quality in adolescents (non linear P >0.05). The results of multiple Logistic regression analysis showed that adjusting for potential covariates,compared with adolescents having normal screen time on both weekdays and weekends, those with excessive screen time on both weekdays and weekends had increased risk of poor sleep quality ( OR=2.51, 95%CI=1.33-4.62, P <0.01). Sex stratified analysis revealed that girls with excessive screen time on both weekdays and weekends had increased odds of poor sleep quality ( OR=3.03, 95%CI=1.23-7.14, P =0.01), compared to girls who had normal screen time on both weekdays and weekends.
Conclusions
A linear dose response relationship exists between daily screen time and poor sleep quality in adolescents. Excessive screen time on both weekdays and weekends is positively associated with poor sleep quality, particularly more pronounced among female adolescents.
4.Immunoregulatory mechanisms in the aging microenvironment: Targeting the senescence-associated secretory phenotype for cancer immunotherapy.
Haojun WANG ; Yang YU ; Runze LI ; Huiru ZHANG ; Zhe-Sheng CHEN ; Changgang SUN ; Jing ZHUANG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(9):4476-4496
The aging microenvironment, as a key driver of tumorigenesis and progression, plays a critical role in tumor immune regulation through one of its core features-the senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP). SASP consists of a variety of interleukins, chemokines, proteases, and growth factors. It initially induces surrounding cells to enter a state of senescence through paracrine mechanisms, thereby creating a sustained inflammatory stimulus and signal amplification effect within the tissue microenvironment. Furthermore, these secreted factors activate key signaling pathways such as NF-κB, cGAS-STING, and mTOR, which regulate the expression of immune-related molecules (such as PD-L1) and promote the recruitment of immunosuppressive cells, including regulatory T cells and myeloid-derived suppressor cells. This process ultimately contributes to the formation of an immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. Furthermore, the article explores potential anti-tumor immunotherapy strategies targeting SASP and its associated molecular mechanisms, including approaches to inhibit SASP secretion or eliminate senescent cells. Although these strategies have shown promise in certain tumor models, the high heterogeneity among tumor types may result in varied responses to SASP-targeted therapies. This highlights the need for further research into adaptive stratification and personalized treatment approaches. Targeting immune regulatory mechanisms in the aging microenvironment-particularly SASP-holds great potential for advancing future anti-tumor therapies.
5.Clinical analysis of 10 patients with Fabry disease
Chinese Journal of Internal Medicine 2024;63(1):89-93
We aimed to analyze the clinical data of 10 patients (6 male and 4 female) with Fabry disease (FD). The mean age of the patients was (28.80±9.27) years. Seven patients had classical FD and three had delayed onset FD. Among the 10 patients, six had skin involvement and cutaneous angiokeratoma; five had hypohidrosis or anhidrosis; nine had intermittent neuralgia; and three had supraorbital ridge protrusion, forehead bulge, and lip thickening. Five patients had proteinuria, including one with chronic kidney disease stage 3 and one with chronic kidney disease stage 5. Cardiac involvement occurred in three patients, two had myocardial hypertrophy and one had valvular insufficiency. The activity of galactosidase decreased in seven patients (2.80-1.55 μmol·L -1·h -1). Plasma deacetyl-GL-3 was elevated in all 10 patients(3.12-120.00 ng/ml). Three patients underwent renal biopsy, wherein two cases of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and one of mesangial proliferative glomerulonephritis was found. A large number of myeloid and zebra bodies were found in the podocytes in three patients, including a small number of myeloid and zebra bodies in the renal tubular epithelial cells in one patient with occasional zebra bodies in the renal interstitium. Nine patients had GLA gene mutations. One patient was c.102T>A, a de novo mutation. Four patients were treated with agalsidase α injection (0.2 mg/kg, intravenous infusion every 2 weeks), and their prognosis was good. FD has various clinical manifestations and multi-system involvement, which requires multidisciplinary cooperation. Detection of galactosidase activity, plasma globotriaosylsphingosine, and GLA gene mutation can help for accurate diagnosis.
6.Mechanism of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma-Coptidis Rhizoma Improving Liver Insulin Resistance in db/db Mice by Regulating AMPK/ULK1/Beclin1 Pathway
Hongzhang ZHAO ; Min BAI ; Zhandong WANG ; Bing SONG ; Chao GUO ; Xinhong LIU ; Qiong WANG ; Runze YANG ; Yongfeng WANG ; Yanying ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(8):9-16
ObjectiveThis study aims to examine the effect of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma-Coptidis Rhizoma on reducing insulin resistance in db/db mice by regulating the adenylate activated protein kinase (AMPK)/UNC-51-like kinase 1 (ULK1)/key molecule of autophagy, benzyl chloride 1 (Beclin1) pathway and elucidate the underlying mechanism. MethodSixty 6-week-old male db/db mice were studied. They were randomly divided into the model group, metformin group (0.26 g·kg-1), and low-, middle-, and high-dose groups (2.25, 4.5, 9 g·kg-1) of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma-Coptidis Rhizoma. A blank group of db/m mice of the same age was set, with 12 mice in each group. After eight weeks of continuous intragastric administration, the blank group and model group received distilled water intragastrically once a day. The survival status of the mice was observed, and fasting blood glucose (FBG) was measured using a Roche blood glucose device. Fasting serum insulin (FINS) was measured using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, and the insulin resistance index (HOMA-IR) was calculated. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was performed to observe the pathological changes in the liver of the mice. The protein expression levels of AMPK, Beclin1, autophagy associated protein 5 (Atg5), and p62 in liver tissue were determined by using Western blot. The protein expression levels of autophagy associated protein 1 light chain 3B (LC3B) and ULK1 in liver tissue were determined using immunofluorescence. Real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR (Real-time PCR) was used to measure mRNA expression levels of AMPK, Beclin1, Atg5, ULK1, and p62. ResultCompared with the blank group, the model group exhibited a significant increase in body mass (P<0.01). Additionally, the levels of FBG, FINS, and HOMA-IR significantly changed (P<0.01). The structure of liver cells was disordered. The protein expression levels of AMPK, Beclin1, and Atg5 in liver tissue were significantly decreased (P<0.01), while the expression level of p62 protein was significantly increased (P<0.01). The expression levels of mRNA and proteins were consistent. Compared with the model group, the body mass of the metformin group and high and medium-dose groups of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma-Coptidis Rhizoma was significantly decreased (P<0.05). FBG, FINS, and HOMA-IR were significantly decreased (P<0.05,P<0.01). After treatment, the liver structure damage in each group was alleviated to varying degrees. The protein expressions of AMPK, Beclin1, Atg5, LC3B, and ULK1 were increased (P<0.05,P<0.01), while the protein expression of p62 was decreased (P<0.01). The expression levels of mRNA and proteins were generally consistent. ConclusionThe combination of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma-Coptidis Rhizoma can effectively improve liver insulin resistance, regulate the AMPK autophagy signaling pathway, alleviate insulin resistance in db/db mice, and effectively prevent the occurrence and development of type 2 diabetes.
7.LI Haisong's Experience in Treating Spermatorrhea based on the View of "Spirit Controlling Essence and Qi"
Runze WANG ; Kecheng LI ; Jisheng WANG ; Liang HAN ; Yexin CHEN ; Sheng HUANG ; Bin WANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(11):1109-1114
This paper summarized Professor LI Haisong's clinical experience in treating spermatorrhea based on the view of "spirit controlling essence and qi". It is emphasized that the heart spirit has the function of controlling the essence and qi of the human body, believing the frenetic stirring of heart spirit and the insecurity of essence gate are the core pathogenesis of spermatorrhea, LI advocates to regulate the heart spirit first and take into account of the zang-fu organs, essence and qi simultaneously for the treatment. Treatment should be performed according the clinical syndromes differentiatied. For those with heart spirit failing to nourish syndrome, it is recommended to supplement heart qi, nourish spirit and consolidate essence with self-made Yangxin Mijing Formula (养心秘精方). In case of heart fire hyperactivity, the method of clearing heart heat and draining fire, calming spirit and consolidating essence should be used, and self-made Xiexin Gujing Formula (泻心固精方) is recommended. For heart-liver qi constraint, it is advised to soothe the liver and calm heart, calm the mind and regulate essence with self-made Jieyu Anshen Tiaojing Formula (解郁安神调精方) which is a modifcation to Chaihu Shugan Powder (柴胡疏肝散). In terms of deficiency of both heart and liver, the treatment principle is supplementing spleen and nourishing heart, calming the mind and controlling essence, for which self-made Xinpi Tongtiao Shejing Formula (心脾同调摄精方) modified from Guipi Decoction (归脾汤) can be used. For deficiency of both heart and kidney, it is better to nourish the kidney and calm heart, calm the mind and consolidate essence with self-made Xinshen Liangzi Tianjing Formula (心肾两滋填精方) that modified from Shuilu Erxian Elixir (水陆二仙丹) and Wuzi Yanzong Pill (五子衍宗丸). Prescriptions are used to treat the root by harmonizing the zang-fu organs, nourish the spirit by regulating qi and blood, and calm the mind by taking special medi-cinals, and they should be flexibly modified according to the disease.
8.Differentiation and Treatment of Urinary Tract Infection based on the Theory of 'Seminal Orifice'
Yuxin HU ; Yexin CHEN ; Ziheng GAO ; Runze WANG ; Yaoxian WANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(10):1009-1012
In the differentiation and treatment of recurrent urinary tract infection (rUTI) from the perspective of the seminal orifice, it is proposed that the urinary tract belongs to the category of "seminal orifice", and the physiological process of urination is closely related to the function of the seminal orifice. From the three dimensions of orifice body, orifice pivot and orifice spirit, the physiological relationship between seminal orifice and the function of five zang-organs (脏) is constructed, that is, lung heat, yin damage and pathogen counter-restriction lead to malnutrition of orifice body; burning heart fire and spirit disorder lead to unfavorable orifice spirit, and kidney deficiency, liver constraint and spleen stagnation lead to unfavorable orifice pivot. In the early stage of rUTI, there is usually unfavo-rable orifice pivot, for which the treatment principle should be treating the root and the branch simultaneously, consi-dering both deficiency and excess, and paying attention to the management of accompanied symptoms. Zishui Qinggan Beverage (滋水清肝饮) and Modified Shenzhuo Decoction (肾着汤加减) are often selected based on syndrome differentiation. In the middle stage, lack of nourishment of the orifice body and unfavorable orifice spirit and pivot coexist, and the treatment should be draining the orifice and unblocking strangury, commonly withmodified Qingxin Lianzi Beverage (清心莲子饮). In the late stage, loss of nourishment of the orifice body is the main pathogenesis, and it is necessary to further nourish the orifice body to prevent recurrence, and modifed Wuzi Yanzong Pills and Erxian Decoction (五子衍宗丸合二仙汤) is often used. Furthermore, the specific medicinals should be selected targeting at the orifice body, orifice pivot, and orifice spirit, so as to nourish orifice body by dispelling external pathogens and rectify healthy qi, to drain orifice pivot by freeing emotions and minds and unblocking qi movement, and to calm orifice spirit by unblocking heart and kidney and nourishing heart spirit.
9.The Development and Weight Assignment of the Diagnostic Scale of Turbid Toxin Syndrome: Based on Delphi and Hierarchical Analysis Process
Xiaoyu LIU ; Zhihua LIU ; Jingfan LI ; Runze LI ; Yuman WANG ; Binqing XUE ; Xinqian ZHANG ; Qian YANG ; Yanru DU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(7):684-690
ObjectiveTo construct traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) diagnostic scale of turbid toxin syndrome in order to provide corresponding reference for the standardization of TCM syndromes and studies. MethodsWe systematically searched the Chinese Medical Dictionary (CMD), China Knowledge Network (CNKI), Wanfang Data Knowledge Service Platform (WF) and VIP database for TCM classics and modern literature on turbid toxin syndrome, and initially screened the four diagnosis information of turbid toxin syndrome, established a pool of information entries, and conducted a cross-sectional clinical survey. Discrete trend method, correlation coefficient method, Cronbach's coefficient method, and factor analysis method were applied to objectively screen the entries. The diagnostic scale of turbid toxin syndrome were constructed through three rounds of Delphi method expert survey to determine the scale entries, using hierarchical analysis to get the judgement matrix scores and relative weight of each entry, after passing consistency test and then isometric expansion of the relative weight of the entries to get the weight of each entry and assign the value. ResultsA total of 35 articles were included, 45 entries were obtained after the initial screening. After the clinical investigation, 12 entries were not suitable by the discrete trend method, 23 entries not suitable by correlation coefficient method, 13 entries by the internal consistency screening were removed with the Cronbach's alpha coefficient rising, and 10 entries not suitable by the factor analysis method. Twenty-two entries were retained after objective screening by the combined use of the four statistical methods. The positive coefficients of experts in the three rounds of Delphi method of expert consultation were 96.67%, the coefficients of expert authority were 0.834, 0.856, and 0.867, and the coefficients of co-ordination were 0.126, 0.326, and 0.312, respectively. After consulting with clinical experts, and three rounds of Delphi method survey and hierarchical analysis method weight assignment, the diagnostic scale entries of turbid toxin syndrome were finally established. Primary symptoms: dark red or purple and dusky tongue, yellowish greasy or dry coating (10 points); sticky and unpleasant stools (8 points); disharmony of tastes including halitosis, sticky and greasy taste in the mouth, dry mouth and bitter taste in the mouth (6 points); unfavourable or yellowish or red urination (5 points); and dark complexion (4 points). Secondary symptoms: heavy body (3 points); dizziness (3 points); profuse, sticky, foul-smelling secretions (2 points); wiry and slippery, or slippery, or slippery and rapid pulse (2 points); feeling of hardness in the abdomen (1 point). ConclusionUsing Delphi method combined with the hierarchical analysis method, combining qualitative and quantitative study, a diagnostic scale of turbid toxin syndrome was initially developed.
10.Effect of exosomes and the preconditioning method on pulp regeneration
Runze YANG ; Wei WANG ; San CHEN ; Xuedong ZHOU ; Jiayuan WU
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2024;28(13):2105-2113
BACKGROUND:Existing studies have confirmed that exosomes can effectively promote pulp regeneration.However,the biological functions and properties of exosomes from preconditioned sources can be significantly changed,which have different effects on cell proliferation,migration and odontogenic differentiation. OBJECTIVE:To discuss the application status of exosomes and their preconditioning methods in the field of pulp regeneration,and summarize the preconditioning methods that affect the function of exosomes,and explore the effect of exosomes and their preconditioning on pulp regeneration. METHODS:The relevant articles were searched in WanFang,CNKI,PubMed,and Web of Science databases from 2006 to 2022.The Chinese and English search terms were"exosomes,pulp regeneration;preconditioning method".A total of 78 articles were included for analysis. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)Exosomes have the advantages of good biocompatibility,low immunogenicity and no cytotoxicity,and can induce the regeneration of pulp tissue by promoting stem cell tooth formation,neurogenesis and vascularization.(2)Exosomes derived from preconditioning can enhance the ability of tissue repair and regeneration and have a significant impact on the quality of regenerated dental pulp.(3)Currently,the preconditioning methods used in the field of dental pulp regeneration include inflammatory stimulation,hypoxia induction,conditioned medium and three-dimensional culture,and secreted exosomes can effectively improve the quality of regenerated dental pulp.Nevertheless,the specific effect and mechanism of different preconditioning methods on pulp regeneration need to be explored.


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