1.Discussion on the Effects of Hedysarum Polybotrys Polysaccharide on Glucose Metabolism of Small Intestinal Smooth Muscle in Diabetic Gastroparesis Rats with Spleen Qi Deficiency Syndrome Based on AMPK/GLUT4 Signaling Pathway
Wenwen WANG ; Zihui ZHONG ; Shengfang WAN ; Xinxin MA ; Lei ZHANG ; Miao LIU ; Minqi XUN ; Jinyu LI ; Kang FENG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(8):91-97
Objective To observe the effects of Hedysarum Polybotrys polysaccharide(HPS)on the glucose metabolism of small intestinal smooth muscle in rats with diabetic gastroparesis(DGP)of spleen qi deficiency syndrome;To explore its mechanism based on AMPK/GLUT4 signaling pathway.Methods Totally 72 male Wistar rats were randomly divided into 12 in the blank group and the remaining 60 rats were assigned to the model group.The DGP spleen qi deficiency syndrome model was replicated by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin+irregular feeding with high-fat and high sugar feed combined with swimming exhaustion method.The model rats were randomly divided into model group,metformin group and HPS high-,medium-and low-dosage groups.The metformin group was given 100 mg/kg metformin hydrochloride by gavage,while the HPS high-,medium-and low-dosage groups were given 200,100 and 50 mg/kg HPS by gavage,respectively.The blank group and model group were given purified water by gavage once a day for 8 consecutive weeks.The gastric emptying rate and small intestine propulsion rate in rats were detected,HE staining was used to observe the smooth muscle morphology of gastric antrum and ileal tissue,immunofluorescence staining was used to detect the expression of glucagon like peptide-1(GLP-1)in ileal tissue,ELISA was used to detect the contents of adiponectin(APN),glucagon(Glu)and insulin(INS)in serum,Western blot was used to detect the protein expressions of glucose transporter(GLUT)4,GLUT1,AMP-activated protein kinase(AMPK)and p-AMPK in ileal tissue.Results Compared with the blank group,the model group rats showed significantly increased random blood glucose,significantly decreased body mass,gastric emptying rate and small intestinal propulsion rate(P<0.01);the edema in the submucosal layer,loose arrangement of connective tissue,infiltration of a small number of lymphocytes,granulocytes and macrophages,reduced number of goblet cells in the ileal tissue,shedding of intestinal villous epithelial cells and widening of the gap between the submucosal layer and the lamina propria;the expression of GLP-1 in ileal tissue was significantly decreased(P<0.05),the contents of serum APN and INS were significantly decreased,and the content of Glu significantly increased(P<0.01),the expressions of GLUT4 and p-AMPK/AMPK proteins in ileal tissue were significantly decreased,while the expression of GLUT1 protein significantly increased(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,rats in metformin group and HPS high-dosage group showed a random decrease in blood glucose,an increase in body mass,gastric emptying rate,and small intestine propulsion rate(P<0.05,P<0.01);a more regular arrangement of gastric antral tissue cells,a reduction of shedding cells and edema,the smooth muscle structure of the ileal tissue was relatively intact,with evenly distributed cells and reduced infiltration of inflammatory cells;the expression of GLP-1 in ileal tissue increased,the contents of serum APN and INS increased,and the content of Glu decreased,the expressions of GLUT4 and p-AMPK/AMPK proteins in ileal tissue increased,while the expression of GLUT1 protein decreased(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion HPS may up-regulate GLUT4 and down-regulate GLUT1 expression through activates AMPK,promotes glucose uptake and utilization by small intestinal smooth muscle,and improves glucose metabolism of DGP rats with spleen qi deficiency syndrome.
2.Discussion on the Effects of Hedysarum Polybotrys Polysaccharide on Glucose Metabolism of Small Intestinal Smooth Muscle in Diabetic Gastroparesis Rats with Spleen Qi Deficiency Syndrome Based on AMPK/GLUT4 Signaling Pathway
Wenwen WANG ; Zihui ZHONG ; Shengfang WAN ; Xinxin MA ; Lei ZHANG ; Miao LIU ; Minqi XUN ; Jinyu LI ; Kang FENG
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(8):91-97
Objective To observe the effects of Hedysarum Polybotrys polysaccharide(HPS)on the glucose metabolism of small intestinal smooth muscle in rats with diabetic gastroparesis(DGP)of spleen qi deficiency syndrome;To explore its mechanism based on AMPK/GLUT4 signaling pathway.Methods Totally 72 male Wistar rats were randomly divided into 12 in the blank group and the remaining 60 rats were assigned to the model group.The DGP spleen qi deficiency syndrome model was replicated by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin+irregular feeding with high-fat and high sugar feed combined with swimming exhaustion method.The model rats were randomly divided into model group,metformin group and HPS high-,medium-and low-dosage groups.The metformin group was given 100 mg/kg metformin hydrochloride by gavage,while the HPS high-,medium-and low-dosage groups were given 200,100 and 50 mg/kg HPS by gavage,respectively.The blank group and model group were given purified water by gavage once a day for 8 consecutive weeks.The gastric emptying rate and small intestine propulsion rate in rats were detected,HE staining was used to observe the smooth muscle morphology of gastric antrum and ileal tissue,immunofluorescence staining was used to detect the expression of glucagon like peptide-1(GLP-1)in ileal tissue,ELISA was used to detect the contents of adiponectin(APN),glucagon(Glu)and insulin(INS)in serum,Western blot was used to detect the protein expressions of glucose transporter(GLUT)4,GLUT1,AMP-activated protein kinase(AMPK)and p-AMPK in ileal tissue.Results Compared with the blank group,the model group rats showed significantly increased random blood glucose,significantly decreased body mass,gastric emptying rate and small intestinal propulsion rate(P<0.01);the edema in the submucosal layer,loose arrangement of connective tissue,infiltration of a small number of lymphocytes,granulocytes and macrophages,reduced number of goblet cells in the ileal tissue,shedding of intestinal villous epithelial cells and widening of the gap between the submucosal layer and the lamina propria;the expression of GLP-1 in ileal tissue was significantly decreased(P<0.05),the contents of serum APN and INS were significantly decreased,and the content of Glu significantly increased(P<0.01),the expressions of GLUT4 and p-AMPK/AMPK proteins in ileal tissue were significantly decreased,while the expression of GLUT1 protein significantly increased(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,rats in metformin group and HPS high-dosage group showed a random decrease in blood glucose,an increase in body mass,gastric emptying rate,and small intestine propulsion rate(P<0.05,P<0.01);a more regular arrangement of gastric antral tissue cells,a reduction of shedding cells and edema,the smooth muscle structure of the ileal tissue was relatively intact,with evenly distributed cells and reduced infiltration of inflammatory cells;the expression of GLP-1 in ileal tissue increased,the contents of serum APN and INS increased,and the content of Glu decreased,the expressions of GLUT4 and p-AMPK/AMPK proteins in ileal tissue increased,while the expression of GLUT1 protein decreased(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion HPS may up-regulate GLUT4 and down-regulate GLUT1 expression through activates AMPK,promotes glucose uptake and utilization by small intestinal smooth muscle,and improves glucose metabolism of DGP rats with spleen qi deficiency syndrome.
3.Clinical features of non-B, non-C hepatocellular carcinoma
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2023;39(10):2358-2365
ObjectiveTo investigate the change in the proportion of non-B, non-C hepatocellular carcinoma (NBNC-HCC) in hepatocellular carcinoma, and to compare and analyze the clinicopathological features of NBNC-HCC. MethodsA total of 3 090 patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who were diagnosed in Sichuan Provincial People’s Hospital from January 2011 to December 2021 were enrolled, and according to the hepatitis markers, they were divided into hepatitis virus infection-associated HCC group with 2 472 patients and NBNC-HCC group with 618 patients. According to the liver disease and metabolic risk factors, the NBNC-HCC group was further divided into metabolic disorder HCC group with 289 patients, alcoholic liver disease (ALD)-associated HCC group with 174 patients, and other HCC group with 155 patients. General information, laboratory markers, and pathological findings were collected from all HCC patients. The Mann-Whitney U test was used for comparison of continuous data between two groups, and the Kruskal-Wallis H test was used for comparison between three groups; the chi-square test was used for comparison of categorical data between groups, and the chi-square trend test was used to investigate the trend of the change in the proportion of NBNC-HCC in HCC. ResultsThe proportion of patients with NBNC-HCC in HCC increased from 13.7% in 2011 to 20.1% in 2021 (χ2=5.529, P=0.019), and compared with the hepatitis virus infection-associated HCC group, the NBNC-HCC group had a significantly higher proportion of patients with diabetes (28.0% vs 10.3%, χ2=129.482, P<0.001) or hypertension (33.2% vs 15.2%, χ2=105.079, P<0.001), a significantly lower proportion of patients with liver cirrhosis (44.5% vs 68.4%, χ2=122.563, P<0.001) or vascular invasion (20.4% vs 29.6%, χ2=7.749, P=0.005), and a significantly higher body mass index (BMI) (Z=-4.015, P<0.001). Compared with the ALD-HCC group, the metabolic disorder HCC group had a significantly higher BMI, a significantly lower FIB-4 index, and a significantly lower proportion of patients with liver cirrhosis (all P<0.05). ConclusionThere is a tendency of increase in the proportion of patients with NBNC-HCC in HCC, and NBNC-HCC often coexists with metabolic risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. Patients in the metabolic disorder HCC group may develop liver cancer in the absence of liver cirrhosis or in the early stage of liver fibrosis.
4.Interaction between wheat translationally controlled tumor protein TCTP and SNF1-related protein kinase SnRK1.
Nan MA ; Jinzhu QIAO ; Wenqian TANG ; Tianjie SUN ; Na LIU ; Yan CHEN ; Xingtong LU ; Shengfang HAN ; Dongmei WANG
Chinese Journal of Biotechnology 2019;35(9):1686-1697
Translationally controlled tumor proteins (TCTP) and SNF1- related protein kinase (SnRK1) are conserved and widely present in eukaryotic cells. TCTP regulates cell division, plant growth and development, and mediates plant resistance against pathogen infection. SnRK1 participates in a range of physiological processes including sugar metabolism and resistance to abiotic and biotic stresses. Previous work in our laboratory demonstrated that wheat TCTP can respond to Puccinia triticina infection and induce host defense responses. In order to further investigate the mechanism of TaTCTP in wheat resistance to Puccinia triticina infection, we used TAP (tandem affinity purification) and mass spectrometry to screen the potential interactants of TaTCTP. A SNF1- related protein kinase (SnRK1) was identified as a potential interacting protein of TaTCTP. The results of yeast two-hybrid assay showed that TCTP could interact with SnRK1 in yeast, and the yeast carrying TCTP and SnRK1 could grow on SD/-Leu/-Trp/-His/-Ade (SD/-LWHA) medium. The fluorescence signal of the interaction between TCTP and SnRK1 was found to be distributed in the cytoplasm in the Bi-fluorescense complementation experiment. Co-IP experiments further showed that TCTP and SnRK1 could interact in plant cells. This study lays an important foundation for further studying the mechanism of TaTCTP in the interaction between wheat and Puccinia triticina, and it play a great influence on further improving the molecular mechanism of wheat resistant to Puccinia triticina.
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5.An update on evidence for mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist in the treatment of central serous retinopathy
Lingli ZHANG ; Hua LI ; Yufei WU ; Shengfang SONG ; Shichun LIU
Chinese Journal of Ocular Fundus Diseases 2019;35(4):413-417
As most patients of central serous retinopathy (CSC),the symptoms of acute onset will alleviate by oneself after 4-6 months.About 30%-50% of patients with CSC experience chronic or recurrent cases.Resulting in persistent neurosensory detachments and subretinal fluid,causing significant vision loss.Mineralocorticoid receptor (MR) is a kind of nuclear hormone receptors,plays a role in theregulation of water and electrolyte balance.Excessive MR signaling is associated with many diseases.Study found that MR antagonists decreased the thickness of the retina and improved in vision,there was no serious adverse reactions during the period of treatment.Initial dose of MR antagonists was 25 mg per day,1 week later,dosage was increased to 50 mg per day,and treatment for about 3 months.There is no conclusive effective treatment and the dosage are still unknown.MR antagonists may be a safe and effective way to treat CSC,though evidence is scant.Prospective,multicenter,large-scale trials is required.
6.Research advance in the relationship between high myopia and primary open-angle glaucoma
Lingli ZHANG ; Shichun LIU ; Yufei WU ; Shengfang SONG
Recent Advances in Ophthalmology 2017;37(3):297-300
In recent years,it has been found high myopia is significantly related with primary open-angle glaucoma.Myopic retinopathy is high risk factors of primary open-angle glaucoma,and the retinal degeneration of high myopia is similar to the feature of primary open-angle glaucoma,which cause difficult to early diagnosis.How to identify early-stage glaucoma from high myopia patients,and give early intervention treatment has become a difficult problem.This article reviews research literature about the relationship between high myopia and between primary open-angle glaucoma.
7.Research on the Model of Combining Myocardial Ischemic Coronary Disease with Syndrome of Kidney Deficiency and Blood Stasis
Shengfang ZHOU ; Ruxiu LIU ; Linlin YIN ; Hewei LUO ; Hui LI ; Xuanke GUAN
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2015;(9):56-59
Objective To discuss the feasibility of establishing the model of combining myocardial ischemic coronary disease with syndrome of kidney deficiency and blood stasis by surgical method.Methods Non-disease of kidney deficiency and blood stasis syndrome model was built by taking the methods of fright, being placed in a cold environment and injection of hydrocortisone. The model of combining the myocardial ischemic coronary disease with the syndrome of kidney deficiency and blood stasis was established through ligating the left anterior descending branch of artery and injecting hydrocortisone. The rats were divided into kidney deficiency and blood stasis group, combination of disease and syndrome group, and normal group, 5 rats in each group. The temperature, weight, heart rate, breathing rate and whole blood viscosity, casson viscosity of the rats in the two groups before and after modeling were observed. According to TCM clinical diagnosis criteria of kidney deficiency and blood stasis syndrome, TCM syndrome characteristics of the two groups were compared.ResultsCompared with normal groups and before modeling, rat temperature dropped and breathing rate increased in kidney deficiency and blood stasis group, combination of disease and syndrome group (P<0.05). Compared with normal group, rat weight decreased or grew slowly, and whole blood viscosity and casson viscosity increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). There were statistical significant differences in whole blood viscosity and electrocardiogram between the two groups (P<0.05).Conclusion There is no obvious difference between TCM syndrome characteristics of the two groups. They all meet the TCM clinical diagnosis criteria of kidney deficiency and blood stasis syndrome.
8.Ultrasound or CT-guided percutaneous core needle biopsy in diagnosis of small renal masses
Ying LIU ; Xishuang SONG ; Qizhong FU ; Taiyi JIN ; Shengfang DONG ; Jianxun YANG ; Guangyao Lü
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners 2012;11(1):57-59
Eighty six patients with renal masses≤4.0 cm underwent ultrasound or CT-guided core needle biopsies.The clinical data including the initial biopsy technique,pathologic findings,and the clinical outcome were retrospectively reviewed. Biopsies were failed for diagnosis in 6 cases ( 7% ) because of necrosis or hemorrhage of the tissue specimens.Of 80 successful biopsies,52 cases (65%) were diagnosed as malignant tumor and 28 cases (35%) as benign. Five patients had biopsy complications (6%),including postoperative hypotension,hemouria and perirenal hematoma. Forty-seven patients underwent surgical extirpation ; the consistency rate of histopathological diagnosis between biopsy and surgical specimens was 100% in these patients.The results indicate that ultrasound or CT-guided core needle biopsy is an effective and safe procedure for diagnosis of renal small masses.
9.Acquired renal cystic disease complicated with renal cell carcinoma 11 case reports
Jianxun YANG ; Qizhong FU ; Shengfang DONG ; Ying LIU ; Guangyao Lü
Chinese Journal of Urology 2011;32(2):99-102
Objective To discuss the diagnosis and treatment of acquired cystic kidney disease complicated by kidney cancer. Methods Clinical data of 11 patients with acquired cystic kidney disease complicated by kidney cancer were analyzed retrospectively. Eight patients were male and three were female. The mean age was 55 years old (range 37 to 68). The time of hemodialysis ranged from 2.8 to 7. 4 years, mean 4. 8 years. Results Follow-up ranged from 17- 83 months, mean 55 months. One patient died of cardiovascular disease. Lung metastasis was detected in one patient two years after surgery. Seven patients survived free of tumor recurrence and there was no follow-up on one patient. Conclusions Increased incidence of cancer was observed in patients with end-stage renal disease who have undergone long-term dialysis. In particular, renal cell carcinoma (RCC) showed an excess incidence in ACKD patients. RCC showed an increased prevalence compared with the general population. Patients with predialysis azotemia or a dialysis duration of longer than 3 years should be screened for ACKD. Sonegraphy or CT scanning are useful for early diagnosis of ACKD. We should pay close attention to complications, including ACKD malignant tendency, in patients who have been taking long-term dialysis and positive therapy.
10.Study on relationship between serum cccDNA and liver damage in the patients with chronic HBV infection
Yaqin QIN ; Dengyun ZHAO ; Wei ZHENG ; Guizhang LIU ; Shengfang LI ; Xingming TANG ; Huan XIAN
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy 2009;16(11):1985-1986
Objective To explore the relationship between serum cccDNA and liver damage in the patients with chronic HBV infection.Methods Serum cccDNA,ALT of 156 patients with chronic HBV infection were measured,and pathology of liver tissue in 85 patients was detected.Results The positive rate of Serum cccDNA and ALT had no significant difference(P>0.05).Between pathology light,medium and severe group,S0_(~1) and S_(2~4) group,G_(0~1) and G_(2~4) group the serum cccDNA mean was significantly different(P<0.01).The positive rate of serum cccDNA was significantly different between the group of NAASC and ASC,CH,LC,HCC,and the group of ALT ≤40u/Land 40~80,80~400,≥400u/L(P<0.01).Conclusion Serum cccDNA and liver inflammation,fibrosis and ALT had no relevance,serum cccDNA with at a low level may be non-active,but should be excluded from serious liver diseases.

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