1.Inheritance and Current Research Status of Major Spleen-Stomach Theories in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Ling HU ; Fengyun WANG ; Xudong TANG ; Beihua ZHANG ; Yunkai DAI ; Xu CHEN ; Shiqi LI
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(1):87-94
This paper systematically reviews the core concepts and lines of theoretical inheritance of major spleen-stomach theories in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), including spleen deficiency theory, spleen-stomach damp-heat theory, and liver-spleen disharmony theory. It is found that these theories have all undergone a developmental trajectory characterized by classical foundation, refinement of therapeutic methods, systematization of pathogenesis, and modern innovation. The evolution of spleen-stomach theory has achieved a shift from a singular focus on tonifying the spleen to regulating dynamic middle-jiao (焦) balance, and from localized spleen-stomach regulation to the circular movement of qi involving all five zang organs. In terms of modern disease-syndrome integrative research, spleen deficiency syndrome is shown to be closely associated with impairment of the gastrointestinal mucosal barrier, metabolic disorders, and gene polymorphisms related to Helicobacter pylori-associated gastric diseases. Spleen-stomach damp-heat syndrome is closely linked to hyperactive energy metabolism, inflammatory cytokines, and abnormal expression of aquaporins. Liver-spleen disharmony syndrome is mainly associated with dysregulation of the brain-gut axis and microbiota-related metabolic disorders. It is proposed that future research on spleen-stomach diseases and syndromes should further elucidate their potential multidimensional differential biological characteristics, thereby promoting the modernization of the TCM discipline of spleen-stomach studies.
2.Network analysis of mental vulnerability, cognitive emotion regulation strategies and positive psychological capital among medical postgraduates
LIANG Miaomiao, LI Yaxin, WANG Shiqi, CHANG Hongjuan
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(5):671-675
Objective:
To explore the interrelationships between mental vulnerability, cognitive emotion regulation strategies, and positive psychological capital in medical postgraduates, so as to provide precise intervention targets for mental health services in universities.
Methods:
From April to June 2025, a convenience sampling method was used to select 1 461 medical postgraduates from three colleges in Hubei Province. Participants were assessed using the Mental Vulnerability Questionnaire (MVQ), the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire-Chinese Version (CERQ-C) and the Positive Psychological Capital Questionnaire (PPQ). The network analysis model was constructed using a Gaussian graphical model.
Results:
The network analysis revealed that the edge connection between somatic symptoms and mental symptoms was the strongest, followed by the connection between refocus on planning and positive reappraisal within cognitive emotion regulation, with edge weights of 0.69 and 0.59, respectively. Interpersonal problems within psychological vulnerability exhibited the highest expected influence( EI =1.27), serving as the core node of the network. Rumination within cognitive emotion regulation demonstrated the highest bridge expected influence( BEI =0.33), playing a critical connecting role among psychological vulnerability, cognitive emotion regulation, and positive psychological capital.
Conclusion
In the mental health network of medical postgraduates, mental vulnerability, cognitive emotion regulation, and positive psychological capital interact through their respective key dimensions, jointly affect overall mental health.
3.Rho/ROCK signaling pathway and its regulatory effects on viral replication and cell tight junctions
Shiqi SHAN ; Simin WANG ; Yuheng LI ; Qian WENG ; Tianyi YIN ; Zhihua PEI ; Kai WANG ; Guixue HU
Chinese Journal of Veterinary Science 2025;45(6):1322-1328
Rho proteins and the Rho-associated protein kinase(ROCK)signaling pathway are cruci-al components of intracellular signaling cascades.Rho proteins,which belong to the small GTPase family,play a pivotal role in regulating essential elements of the cytoskeleton within cells.ROCK functions as a downstream effector protein kinase of Rho,modulating various biological processes,including cell morphology,migration,and proliferation.Recent studies have underscored the signifi-cance of the ROCK signaling pathway in the replication of a diverse group of viruses.Furthermore,it has been discovered that some viruses disrupt cellular contraction,adhesion,and migration through the Rho/ROCK pathway,subsequently influencing the immune response triggered by vi-ral infections and affecting the tight junctions between cells.This article primarily reviews the re-search progress regarding the Rho/ROCK signaling pathway and its key signaling molecules,Rho and ROCK,in terms of their activation and regulation of viral replication and tight junction pro-teins between cells.
4.Research progress on tumors associated with Li-Fraumeni syndrome
Shiqi ZHENG ; Huiru HAN ; Lu JU ; Guotao REN ; Ruifen WANG ; Lifeng WANG
Chinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology 2025;41(3):369-373,379
Li-Fraumeni syndrome(LFS)is a rare autosomal dominant genetic disorder.Patients with LFS tend to develop tumors at a young age and are at risk of multiple types of cancer.The core pathogenic mechanism of LFS is germline mutation of the TP53 gene,which leads to loss of function of the p53 protein and an increase in the risk of tumor development.There are many tumor types closely related to LFS,including soft tissue sarcoma,osteosarcoma,brain tumors,breast cancer,and adrenocortical carcinoma.Although some common mutation sites of the TP53 gene in LFS patients have been identified,there are still differences in mutation sites among different patients,and the type of TP53 gene mutation may affect the clinical manifestations and prognosis of patients.Therefore,genetic testing for LFS patients to determine the specific mutation form of TP53 is of great significance.This article reviews the clinical patho-logical characteristics,treatment methods,and prognosis of LFS-related tumor patients,aiming to provide useful refer-ences for clinical practice.
5.Different Lauren subtypes of gastric cancer exhibit differential expression of fac-tors secreted by cancer-associated fibroblasts
Lu JU ; Guotao REN ; Shiqi ZHENG ; Yeqi SUN ; Lei CAI ; Ruifen WANG ; Lifeng WANG
Chinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology 2025;41(3):324-333
Purpose To investigate the differential expression of proteins secreted by diffuse-type gastric cancer-associated fibroblasts(DGC-CAFs)and intestinal-type gastric cancer-associated fibroblasts(IGC-CAFs)according to Lauren classification of gastric cancer.Methods Fresh surgery samples were acquired to extract primary cancer-asso-ciated fibroblasts(CAFs)to obtain the conditional medium,including three cases of diffuse-type gastric cancer(DGC)and three cases of intestinal-type gastric cancer(IGC).Then high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(HPLC-MS/MS)was used to detect the differences in secreted factors between DGC-CAFs and IGC-CAFs.Additionally,a total of 1 174 cases were collected from the GEO and TCGA databases,and the distribution of stromal cells was assessed via ESTIMATE to derive stromal scores for both DGC and GC.Furthermore,Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed to evaluate the relationship between high stromal scores,elevated CAFs proportions,and patient prognosis.Subsequently,GO enrichment analysis was performed to investigate associated genes and their bi-ological functions.Results HPLC-MS/MS analysis showed that only 10 proteins were identified to be expressed in both DGC-CAFs and IGC-CAFs,namely SPARC,COL6A1,COL1A2,COL1A1,COL3A1,FN1,DCN,ACTG1,TIMP1 and SHROOM3.There were 8 proteins expressed higher in DGC-CAFs than IGC-CAFs in all cases with ratio>2,namely COL3A1(5.28),COL1A2(3.98),DCN(3.71),TIMP1(3.40),COL6A1(3.35),ACTG1(3.13),COL1A1(2.84)and SHROOM3(2.50).Two other proteins,TUBB and BASP1,were identified in all three cases of DGC-CAFs.The former was only identified in one case of IGC-CAFs,while the latter was not identified in all three cases of IGC-CAFs.The results of bioinformatics analysis showed that the stromal score of DGC was higher than IGC,which correlated with poor prognosis.Analysis of cell components revealed that the related genes were more enriched in ECM,collagen-containing extracellular matrix and cell-cell junction.Also,the biological process and molecular function was based on the components,which was consistent with HPLC-MS/MS analysis results.Conclusion There are differ-ences in secreted proteins of DGC-CAFs and IGC-CAFs,both on the types and the content.The differential proteins are mostly enriched in ECM-related signaling pathways.Presumably,the high content of CAFs in the stroma affects the prognosis of gastric cancer patients by influencing the gene expression and the function of receptor pathway of ECM.
6.Research progress of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor of the central nervous system
Huiru HAN ; Lu JU ; Shiqi ZHENG ; Guotao REN ; Lifeng WANG
Chinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology 2025;41(3):380-384
Atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor(AT/RT)is a rare,highly malignant central nervous system tumor with a poor prognosis and often occurs in children under 3 years of age.In this article,the clinicopathological features,molecular subtypes,pathogenesis,treatment,prognosis,relevant clinical trials,and existing problems of AT/RT will be reviewed to deepen the understanding of AT/RT.
7.Analysis and prevention of influencing factors for work-related musculoskeletal disorders among bus drivers
Yaling ZOU ; Jie ZHANG ; Wenyan HUANG ; Shiqi QIU ; Jintong HE ; Ning JIA ; Zhongxu WANG
Chinese Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Diseases 2025;43(4):269-274
Objective:To investigate the occurrence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) in bus drivers in Zhuhai City, analyze the ergonomic factors, and explore the prevention and control measures of WMSDs.Methods:From March to May 2023, 1675 active bus drivers from 5 branches of a bus group in Zhuhai were selected by stratified sampling method. The incidence of WMSDs among bus drivers in the past 12 months was investigated by using the modified Chinese Version of Musculoskeletal Disorders Questionnaire. The influencing factors of WMSDs were analyzed by χ2 test and generalized linear model. Results:The total incidence of WMSDs in bus drivers in the past 12 months was 47.2% (790/1675) , and the incidence of WMSDs in neck and shoulder and lower back was 36.9% (618/1675) and 31.7% (531/1675) , respectively. The χ2 test showed that there were statistically significant differences in the incidence of WMSDs among bus drivers with different individual factors such as body mass index (BMI) , physical exercise and looking down at mobile phones ( P<0.05) . There were significant differences in the incidence of WMSDs in the neck and shoulder of bus drivers with different years of service and number of stops on their routes ( P<0.05) . There were statistically significant differences in the incidence of WMSDs in the lower back of bus drivers with different one-way driving time, shift patterns, and rest breaks during work ( P<0.05) . Abnormal BMI, professional working years >12 years, uncomfortable working posture, frequent turning, slightly forward neck posture, large forward neck posture and long shoulder posture were the risk factors for WMSDs of bus drivers ( P<0.05) , and comfortable seat was the protective factor ( P<0.05) . One-way driving time >70 min, shift work schedules, uncomfortable working posture, slightly forward back posture, and frequent turning were the risk factors leading to lower back WMSDs ( P<0.05) , and physical exercise, comfortable driving cabin space, and seat comfort were the protective factors ( P<0.05) . Conclusion:The total incidence of WMSDs in bus drivers is higher, and ergonomic factors are related to the occurrence of WMSDs. In the implementation of bus driving space comfort, human-computer interaction interface friendliness and seat comfort, employers should be reasonable allocation of fitness facilities, regular training, reasonable shift organization and other measures to prevent and control the occurrence of bus drivers WMSDs.
8.A meta-analysis of family-based therapies for suicide prevention interventions in adolescents
Quzhi LIU ; Shiqi WANG ; Xiaohang WANG
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2025;39(3):272-279
Objective:To explore the effectiveness of family-based interventions for adolescent suicide pre-vention using meta-analytic methods.Methods:A meta-analysis was conducted by searching CNKI,VIP,Wanfang,Web of Science,PubMed,APA PsycInfo and The Cochrane Library for randomized controlled trials of family-based interventions for adolescent suicide prevention.Results:A total of 15 RCTs involving 2541 cases were conclu-ded.The results of meta-analysis showed that family-based therapy was effective in preventing adolescent suicide(95%CI:-0.76--0.09,P<0.05),with a medium effect size for the intervention(g=-0.42),in which there was a significant effect on reducing suicidal ideation(SMD=-0.77,95%CI:-1.31--0.23,P<0.05),and the effect on reducing suicide attempts was not significant(OR=0.87,95%CI:0.68-1.11,P>0.05).Family-based therapies were most effective in adolescent suicide prevention when the duration of the intervention was 12 weeks or more,when they were based on attachment-based family therapy(ABFT)or resource support and safety plans,and when they had a reasonably high dropout rate(Ps<0.05).Conclusion:Family-based therapy has significant inter-vention effects on adolescent suicide prevention,and intervention effects on suicidal ideation are superior to those on suicide attempts.
9.Current status and influencing factors of medication adherence among rural elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in Hangzhou
Shiqi YU ; Xiexin LI ; Jiaxin YANG ; Chen LOU ; Xin'an WANG ; Xuejiao ZHU
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2025;31(2):228-233
Objective:To explore the medication adherence of elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in rural areas of Hangzhou City and analyze its influencing factors.Methods:From April to July 2023, convenience sampling was used to select rural 240 elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in five administrative districts (counties) of Hangzhou as participants. The survey was conducted using the General Information Questionnaire, Social Support Rating Scale, Medication Knowledge and Beliefs Questionnaire, and the Chinese version of the 8-item Morisky Medication Adherence Scale. Multiple linear regression was used to analyze the factors influencing medication adherence in elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in rural areas of Hangzhou City.Results:A total of 240 questionnaires were distributed and 220 valid questionnaires were collected, with an effective response rate of 91.67%. Among 220 elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in rural areas of Hangzhou City, 135 had poor medication adherence. Multiple linear regression analysis showed that age, educational level, family doctor contract, medication knowledge, and beliefs were the influencing factors of medication adherence in elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in rural areas of Hangzhou City ( P<0.05) . Conclusions:The medication adherence of elderly patients with chronic diseases and polypharmacy in rural areas of Hangzhou urgently needs to be improved. Medical and nursing staff should pay special attention to patients who are old, have a low level of education, have not signed a family doctor, and have poor knowledge and beliefs about medication. It is suggested that the contract system for family doctors be further promoted, focusing on health education on medication knowledge and beliefs, to improve medication adherence among elderly chronic disease patients in rural areas.
10.Mechanism of GRK subtypes modulating the unique binding properties of M1 acetylcholine receptor and transducers
Jiali WEI ; Dongxue WANG ; Shiqi WANG ; Jianrong XU ; Peishen ZHAO ; Lanxue ZHAO
Journal of Shanghai Jiaotong University(Medical Science) 2025;45(10):1333-1341
Objective·To investigate the mechanisms by which different subtypes of G protein-coupled receptor kinases(GRKs)regulate the biased signaling transduction mediated by the muscarinic acetylcholine receptor 1(M1 receptor),focusing on their molecular effects in modulating the binding of the M1 receptor to the downstream heterotrimeric G protein(Gαq-Gβ1-Gγ2)andβ-arrestin 2(βarr2).Methods·By establishing a highly sensitive protein interaction detection system based on bioluminescence resonance energy transfer(BRET),six M1 receptor agonists/allosteric modulators were selected to measure the dynamic interactions between the M1 receptor and four GRK subtypes(GRK2/3/5/6),βarr2,and the G protein under stimulation.All BRET data were statistically quantified using the area under the curve(AUC)of the time-response curves.First,concentration-effect curves were established by treatment with gradient concentrations of agonists/allosteric modulators and AUC fitting,to comprehensively analyze the differences in efficacy between each agonist/allosteric modulator and the endogenous agonist acetylcholine chloride(ACh)in promoting the interactions of M1 receptor with GRK3/5,βarr2,and the G protein;next,GRKs were divided into two groups based on subtypes:GRK2/3 and GRK5/6.The maximum AUC values for the interaction between the M1 receptor and the two GRK groups under high concentrations were calculated respectively,to further evaluate the regulatory propensity of different types of GRKs on the binding strength of the M1 receptor to βarr2 or the G protein.Results·All six agonists/allosteric modulators effectively induced the association of the M1 receptor with GRK3,while simultaneousey inducing dissociation of the M1 receptor from GRK5.The allosteric modulator BQCA not only activated the M1 receptor alone and triggered its binding to downstream signaling proteins,but also,when co-treated with ACh,caused a significant leftward shift of the concentration-effect curves in the M1-G protein and M1-βarr2 systems,suggesting that its potentiation effect on ACh was mainly achieved by reducing the half-maximal effective concentration.A moderate positive correlation was observed between the maximum AUC values of M1-βarr2 and M1-G protein interactions induced by the seven groups of drug treatments(r=0.722,P=0.067).Further analysis showed that the ratio of the maximum AUC for M1-GRK2/3 interaction to that for M1-GRK5/6 interaction was also positively correlated with the ratio of the maximum AUC for M1-βarr2 interaction to that for M1-G protein interaction(r=0.760,P=0.047).Conclusion·The M1 receptor may be pre-coupled with GRK5/6 under basal conditions,and they dissociate upon receptor activation,suggesting that GRK5/6 may be involved in M1 receptor inactivation or signal reprogramming.The relative efficiency of the M1 receptor's interaction with different GRK subtypes determines its preference for downstream signaling pathways.


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