1.Rapid Discrimination of Processing Degree of Wine-processed Chuanxiong Rhizoma Based on Intelligent Sensory Technology and Multivariate Statistical Analysis
Xiaolong ZHANG ; Xiaoni MA ; Xinzhu WANG ; Po HU ; Yang PAN ; Tulin LU ; Guangming YANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(3):174-182
ObjectiveTo explore the changes in color, odor and chemical components during wine-processing of Chuanxiong Rhizoma(CR), identify differential markers, and provide a basis for standardizing the process and establishing quality standards. MethodsFifteen batches of CR samples from 4 producing areas were collected. Colorimeter and electronic nose were used to detect the color changes and odor components of CR before and after wine-processing. Multivariate statistical methods including partial least squares-discriminant analysis(PLS-DA), principal component analysis(PCA), discriminant factor analysis(DFA) and Fisher discriminant analysis were applied to identify wine-processed CR at different processing stages and establish discriminant models, and differential components were screened out based on variable importance in the projection(VIP) value1. Then, high performance liquid chromatography(HPLC) was employed to detect the content changes of four components(ferulic acid, senkyunolide I, senkyunolide A and ligustilide) during the processing stages. ResultsThe differences of wine-processed CR at various stages were primarily reflected in color parameters L*(brightness value), a*(red-green value) and b*(yellow-blue value). Based on chromaticity differences, the color reference ranges were established for moderately processed CR, including L* of 46.75-48.24, a* of 5.37-6.07 and b* of 20.32-21.70. In odor analysis, DFA revealed significant differences among processing stages, and 11 odor markers were identified, with four differential markers(4-hydroxy-3-butylphthalide, isopropyl butyrate, L-limonene and 1-methoxyhexane) based on VIP values. HPLC results showed that there was no significant difference of the four components except for ligustilide in wine-processed CR at different stages. ConclusionThis study achieved rapid identification of wine-processed CR with different processing degrees by electronic sensory technology and differential component content detection, with discrimination accuracy rates of 92.4% and 93.272% for color and odor, respectively. This paper also established the reference ranges of main colorimetric parameters for wine-processed CR at different stages, and four differential components were screened out, providing a basis for standardizing the processing of wine-processed CR and establishing quality standards for this decoction pieces.
2.Rapid Discrimination of Processing Degree of Wine-processed Chuanxiong Rhizoma Based on Intelligent Sensory Technology and Multivariate Statistical Analysis
Xiaolong ZHANG ; Xiaoni MA ; Xinzhu WANG ; Po HU ; Yang PAN ; Tulin LU ; Guangming YANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(3):174-182
ObjectiveTo explore the changes in color, odor and chemical components during wine-processing of Chuanxiong Rhizoma(CR), identify differential markers, and provide a basis for standardizing the process and establishing quality standards. MethodsFifteen batches of CR samples from 4 producing areas were collected. Colorimeter and electronic nose were used to detect the color changes and odor components of CR before and after wine-processing. Multivariate statistical methods including partial least squares-discriminant analysis(PLS-DA), principal component analysis(PCA), discriminant factor analysis(DFA) and Fisher discriminant analysis were applied to identify wine-processed CR at different processing stages and establish discriminant models, and differential components were screened out based on variable importance in the projection(VIP) value1. Then, high performance liquid chromatography(HPLC) was employed to detect the content changes of four components(ferulic acid, senkyunolide I, senkyunolide A and ligustilide) during the processing stages. ResultsThe differences of wine-processed CR at various stages were primarily reflected in color parameters L*(brightness value), a*(red-green value) and b*(yellow-blue value). Based on chromaticity differences, the color reference ranges were established for moderately processed CR, including L* of 46.75-48.24, a* of 5.37-6.07 and b* of 20.32-21.70. In odor analysis, DFA revealed significant differences among processing stages, and 11 odor markers were identified, with four differential markers(4-hydroxy-3-butylphthalide, isopropyl butyrate, L-limonene and 1-methoxyhexane) based on VIP values. HPLC results showed that there was no significant difference of the four components except for ligustilide in wine-processed CR at different stages. ConclusionThis study achieved rapid identification of wine-processed CR with different processing degrees by electronic sensory technology and differential component content detection, with discrimination accuracy rates of 92.4% and 93.272% for color and odor, respectively. This paper also established the reference ranges of main colorimetric parameters for wine-processed CR at different stages, and four differential components were screened out, providing a basis for standardizing the processing of wine-processed CR and establishing quality standards for this decoction pieces.
3.Exploring Immune Mechanism of Alveolar Epithelial Homeostasis in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Based on Principle of "Spleen being in Charge of Defensive Function"
Jie CHEN ; Lijian PANG ; Ningzi ZANG ; Jingyu WANG ; Siyu LI ; Yuanyu LIANG ; XU XINZHU ; Ping LEI ; Xiaodong LYU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(9):259-264
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) can be classified as pulmonary collateral disease,and its pathogenesis is mainly characterized by the loss of Qi meridian nourishment,the loss of Yin meridian nourishment,and the formation of blood stasis in the blood vessels. Qi Yin deficiency is the pathological basis that runs through IPF,and obstruction of meridians and collaterals is a key element in the development of the disease. The dysfunction of "spleen being in charge of the defensive function" is closely related to the formation of the pathological pattern of "lung deficiency and collateral stasis" in IPF. The term "spleen being in charge of the defensive function" originated from the Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon. If the spleen is healthy,the Qi will be filled with vitality. Positive energy is stored inside,evil cannot be dried up. Its concept is quite similar to the immune defense function in modern medicine. If the principle of "spleen being in charge of the defensive function" is lost,the key structure and function of the IPF alveolar epithelial barrier may be abnormal,and it can interact with various innate immune cells to promote inflammation and fibrosis processes. Therefore,this article explains the imbalance of immune homeostasis in IPF alveolar epithelium from two aspects:the barrier function of alveolar epithelial cells(AECs) and their interaction with innate immune cells. And based on the theory of "spleen being in charge of the defensive function",using traditional Chinese medicine for strengthening the spleen and nourishing Qi to treat IPF from the perspective of the spleen. This not only strengthens the scientific connotation of "spleen being in charge of the defensive function" in the pathogenesis of IPF,but also provides new research directions and ideas for its future clinical prevention and treatment.
4.High position dacryocystorhinostomy for the treatment of chronic dacryocystitis following failed nasolacrimal duct stent implantation
Nan LIN ; Muhan SHI ; Min WANG ; Mingwu LI ; Tong GUO ; Xiuquan LIU ; Xinzhu WANG ; Chen PENG
Chinese Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;60(9):1103-1110
Objective:To explore the surgical efficacy of high position dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) under nasal endoscopy in patients with chronic dacryocystitis secondary to failure of nasolacrimal duct stent implantation.Methods:A total of 101 patients with chronic dacryocystitis who were treated at People′s Hospital of Peking University from 2013 to 2024 were retrospectively selected, including 14 males and 87 females, aged (56.82±13.00) years (Mean±SD). The patients were divided into control group (53 cases, 59 eyes) and stent group (48 cases, 60 eyes). The control group consisted of randomly selected patients with simple dacryocystitis, while, the stent group included patients with secondary dacryocystitis after failure of nasolacrimal duct stent implantation. All patients underwent endoscopic high DCR with exposed the Rosenmüller valve, combined with intraoperative lacrimal silicone tube implantation. After the operation, the surgical efficacy was evaluated by methods such as Munk score, endoscopic observation of intranasal ostia, lacrimal duct irrigation, and fluorescein test. SPSS 27.0 software was used for data statistics.Results:All 101 patients were followed up for at least one year after DCR surgery. In the control group, one patient (two eyes) was lost to follow-up; while, in the stent group, three patients (three eyes) were lost to follow-up, with one case diagnosed with lacrimal sac cancer. Excluding the lost-to-follow-up cases and the patient with lacrimal sac cancer, anatomical success was achieved in 54 eyes (96.4%, 54/56) in the stent group, and both anatomical and functional success in 53 eyes (94.6%, 53/56); in the control group, 55 eyes (96.5%, 55/57) achieved both anatomical and functional success. No statistically significant difference was found in postoperative effectiveness efficacy between the two groups ( χ2=0.000, P=0.984). Conclusion:For patients with secondary dacryocystitis after nasolacrimal duct stent implantation, high position DCR with exposure of Rosenmüller valve combined with lacrimal duct silicone intubation can achieve better long-term efficacy.
5.Research progress on mechanisms, assessments, and intervention directions of psychological resilience in patients with major depressive disorder
Shuying WANG ; Lei FENG ; Nanxi LI ; Xinzhu ZHOU ; Gang WANG
Chinese Journal of Psychiatry 2025;58(9):714-720
In the research of major depressive disorder (MDD), the protective effect of psychological resilience has received increasing attention. This protective effect persists throughout the onset, development, and prognosis of MDD. This paper systematically reviews and summarizes the definition, mechanisms, and research tools of psychological resilience, as well as the research progress regarding its role in MDD. Meanwhile, it elaborates in detail on the deficiencies in current research and, based on this, offers perspectives on future research directions. This review aims to enhance the understanding of psychological resilience, deepen the scientific comprehension of the complex interaction between psychological resilience and MDD, and provide references for research in related fields.
6.High position dacryocystorhinostomy for the treatment of chronic dacryocystitis following failed nasolacrimal duct stent implantation
Nan LIN ; Muhan SHI ; Min WANG ; Mingwu LI ; Tong GUO ; Xiuquan LIU ; Xinzhu WANG ; Chen PENG
Chinese Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;60(9):1103-1110
Objective:To explore the surgical efficacy of high position dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) under nasal endoscopy in patients with chronic dacryocystitis secondary to failure of nasolacrimal duct stent implantation.Methods:A total of 101 patients with chronic dacryocystitis who were treated at People′s Hospital of Peking University from 2013 to 2024 were retrospectively selected, including 14 males and 87 females, aged (56.82±13.00) years (Mean±SD). The patients were divided into control group (53 cases, 59 eyes) and stent group (48 cases, 60 eyes). The control group consisted of randomly selected patients with simple dacryocystitis, while, the stent group included patients with secondary dacryocystitis after failure of nasolacrimal duct stent implantation. All patients underwent endoscopic high DCR with exposed the Rosenmüller valve, combined with intraoperative lacrimal silicone tube implantation. After the operation, the surgical efficacy was evaluated by methods such as Munk score, endoscopic observation of intranasal ostia, lacrimal duct irrigation, and fluorescein test. SPSS 27.0 software was used for data statistics.Results:All 101 patients were followed up for at least one year after DCR surgery. In the control group, one patient (two eyes) was lost to follow-up; while, in the stent group, three patients (three eyes) were lost to follow-up, with one case diagnosed with lacrimal sac cancer. Excluding the lost-to-follow-up cases and the patient with lacrimal sac cancer, anatomical success was achieved in 54 eyes (96.4%, 54/56) in the stent group, and both anatomical and functional success in 53 eyes (94.6%, 53/56); in the control group, 55 eyes (96.5%, 55/57) achieved both anatomical and functional success. No statistically significant difference was found in postoperative effectiveness efficacy between the two groups ( χ2=0.000, P=0.984). Conclusion:For patients with secondary dacryocystitis after nasolacrimal duct stent implantation, high position DCR with exposure of Rosenmüller valve combined with lacrimal duct silicone intubation can achieve better long-term efficacy.
7.Research progress on mechanisms, assessments, and intervention directions of psychological resilience in patients with major depressive disorder
Shuying WANG ; Lei FENG ; Nanxi LI ; Xinzhu ZHOU ; Gang WANG
Chinese Journal of Psychiatry 2025;58(9):714-720
In the research of major depressive disorder (MDD), the protective effect of psychological resilience has received increasing attention. This protective effect persists throughout the onset, development, and prognosis of MDD. This paper systematically reviews and summarizes the definition, mechanisms, and research tools of psychological resilience, as well as the research progress regarding its role in MDD. Meanwhile, it elaborates in detail on the deficiencies in current research and, based on this, offers perspectives on future research directions. This review aims to enhance the understanding of psychological resilience, deepen the scientific comprehension of the complex interaction between psychological resilience and MDD, and provide references for research in related fields.
8.Establishment and validation of a universal test method in vitro for SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine potency
Chinese Journal of Biologicals 2024;37(4):322-328
Objective To establish and verify a universal and stable potency test method in vitro for SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine,so as to use it for the quality control of SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine.Methods ELISA kits that could bind well to S protein of SARS-CoV-2 variants,as well as transfected cells,cell plating concentrations and doses for transfection were screened,and then a potency test method for SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine in vitro was established and verified.Results An ELISA kit was found with good binding ability to S protein of each variant,and HEK293T cells were determined as the transfection cells,with the plating concentration of 2.5 × 10~5 cells/mL and the transfection dose of 4 μg/well in the 6-well plate.An universal and stable potency test method for SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine in vitro was established.The verification results showed that the method met the quality control needs.Conclusion The established potency test method in vitro for SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine has good relative accuracy,linearity,intermediate precision and range,and can be applied to the quality control of SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccines
9.Vertebral fractures combined with prolonged activated partial prothrombin time:A case report
Xinzhu BAI ; Jinhui HE ; Songsong LU ; Chun LI ; Yilin WANG ; Jian XIONG
Journal of Peking University(Health Sciences) 2024;56(2):371-374
With the development of modern medical standards,autoimmune diseases and their associ-ated successive osteoporosis have received increasing attention in recent years.Patients with autoimmune diseases,due to the characteristics of the disease and the prolonged use of glucocorticoid hormone thera-py,may affect the bone formation and bone absorption of the patient,followed by severe successive osteo-porosis,thereby increasing the risk of osteoporotic vertebral fractures.Vertebral compression fractures of the spine are common fracture types in patients with osteoporotic fractures.Osteoporosis is a common complication after glucocorticoid therapy in patients with autoimmune diseases.Percutaneous vertebro-plasty(PVP)and percutaneous kyphoplasty(PKP)are minimally invasive operation and are commonly used surgical methods for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.However,due to the operation of spinal puncture during the operation,there are serious surgical risks such as bone cement leakage,spinal epidural hemorrhage,subdural hemorrhage,and subarachnoid hemorrhage in both PVP and PKP.As a result,it is necessary to evaluate the patient's body before surgery carefully,especially in the case of blood coagulation.This article reports a case of autoimmune disease patient admitted to Peking University People's Hospital due to lumbar 4 vertebral compression fracture combined with Sj?gren's syn-drome.The patient's preoperative examination showed that the activated partial thromboplastin time(APTT)was significantly prolonged.After completing the APTT extended screening experiment and lu-pus anticoagulant factor testing,the multi-disciplinary team(MDT)of Peking University People's Hospi-tal jointly discussed the conclusion that the patient's test results were caused by an abnormal self-immuni-ty anti-copulant lupus(LAC).Based on the results of the laboratory examination,the patient was con-sidered to be diagnosed with combined antiphospholipid syndrome(APS).For such patients,compared with the patient's tendency to bleed,we should pay more attention to the risk of high blood clotting in the lower limbs of the patient,pulmonary clots and so on.With timely anti-coagulation treatment,the patient safely passed the peripheral period and was successfully discharged from the hospital.Therefore,for pa-tients with autoimmune diseases with prolonged APTT in the perioperative period,doctors need to careful-ly identify the actual cause and carry out targeted treatment in order to minimize the risk of surgical and perioperative complications and bring satisfactory treatment results to the patients.
10.Polypyrrole-chitosan conductive composite hydrogel promotes recovery of cardiac function after ischemia-reperfusion injury
Xinzhu WANG ; Qi WANG ; Limin LANG ; Sheng HE
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2024;28(15):2315-2322
BACKGROUND:Conductive biomaterials are considered potential candidates for transmitting electrical signals for myocardial repair.Combining cell-based or cell-free strategies with conductive biomaterials to replenish cardiomyocytes and/or restore electrical signaling pathways is a promising approach for cardiac repair. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of polypyrrole-chitosan conductive composite hydrogel on cardiac function in rats with myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury. METHODS:The polypyrrole-chitosan conductive composite hydrogel was prepared by chemical oxidative polymerization.The micromorphology,biocompatibility and conductivity of the hydrogels were characterized.Thirty adult SD rats were selected to establish a myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury model by clamping the left anterior descending branch of the heart and then releasing it.After 21 days of modeling,the rats were divided into three groups by the random number table method:Normal saline was injected into the left ventricular infarction area and infarction margin area in the blank group.Chitosan hydrogel was injected into the left ventricular infarction area and infarction margin area in the ordinary hydrogel group.The polypyrrole-chitosan conductive composite hydrogel was injected into the left ventricular infarction area and infarction margin area,with 10 rats in each group.The corresponding time points after modeling were set,and cardiac mechanical function(echocardiogram,pressure-volume analysis),cardiac electrophysiology(electrocardiogram,programmed electrical stimulation,optical mapping technology,microelectrode array technology,eight-lead electrocardiogram,and electrical resistivity of the scar area)and cardiac histology were detected. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)There were a lot of pores on the surface of the conductive composite hydrogel,and the conductivity was(3.19±0.03)×10-3 mS/cm,which had good biocompatibility co-cultured with smooth muscle cells.(2)After 105 days of modeling,echocardiogram and pressure-volume analysis showed that compared with the blank group and the ordinary hydrogel group,the conductive composite hydrogel could significantly improve the contractile function of the heart of rats with myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury.The results of electrocardiogram,programmed electrical stimulation,optical mapping technology,microelectrode array technology,eight-lead electrocardiogram,and electrical resistivity of the scar area examination at 105 days after modeling displayed that,compared with the blank group and the ordinary hydrogel group,the conductive composite hydrogel could significantly improve the electrical conduction function of the heart of rats with myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury and reduce the occurrence of arrhythmia.Masson staining of heart tissue at 105 days after modeling exhibited that there were different degrees of fibrosis in the myocardial infarction area of the three groups.Compared with the normal saline group and the ordinary hydrogel group,the conductive hydrogel group had more normal myocardial tissue and less fibrosis in the myocardial infarction area.(3)The results verify that polypyrrole-chitosan conductive composite hydrogel may promote the repair of infarcted heart after ischemia-reperfusion injury by increasing the electrical conduction velocity of infarct scar area tissue,increasing scar thickness,enhancing synchronous cardiac contraction,and reducing damaged tissue.


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