1.Clinical Evidence Profile of Eleven Expensive Chinese Patent Medicines: A Scoping Analysis
Yajing LI ; Miaomiao LI ; Le ZHANG ; Wenya WANG ; Hui ZHAO ; Xing LIAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(2):227-238
ObjectiveThis study employed the scoping review method to systematically retrieve and analyze the basic information and clinical research evidence of expensive Chinese patent medicines (CPMs), aiming to provide a basis for future related research and clinical applications. MethodsEight Chinese and English databases were systematically searched for the clinical research evidence on expensive CPMs. ResultsEleven expensive CPMs (Angong Niuhuang Wan, Jufang Zhibao Wan, Suhexiang Wan, Pien Tze Huang, Niuhuang Qingxin Wan, Qinggong Shoutao Wan, Compound Realgar Natural Indigo Tablets, Xihuang Wan, Dingkun Wan, Babao Wan, and Guilingji Capsules) were selected. A total of 365 related studies were included in this review, comprising 331 clinical studies (of which 291 were randomized controlled trials), 30 systematic reviews and Meta-analyses, 3 expert consensus, and 1 rapid health technology assessment. Among the 11 CPMs, 2(Angong Niuhuang Wan and Jufang Zhibao Wan) had a daily price over 500 yuan. The famous and precious Chinese medicinal materials involved included Moschus (frequency of 7), Bovisc Alculus (7), and Borneol (5). The dosage forms included pills, capsules, oral liquid, tablets, and lozenges. The diseases treated by these CPMs mainly included malignant tumors, cerebrovascular diseases, gynecological diseases, and hepatobiliary system diseases. The sample sizes of the clinical studies were mainly concentrated within the range of 51-100 cases, and the main control form was CPM + basic Western medicine treatment vs. basic Western medicine treatment. The 331 clinical studies reported a total of 44 adverse events occurred, of which 36 were determined to be adverse reactions. ConclusionThe scarcity of raw materials leads to the high prices of expensive CPMs. The difficulty of conducting clinical research and the critical and severe cases treated lead to a lack of clinical research evidence with large sample sizes. The uneven distribution of existing studies, incomplete information on medicine package, and non-standard clinical research designs remain to be addressed in the future.
2.Effects and Mechanism of Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula on Cognitive Function in Alzheimer's Disease Mice
Wenya ZENG ; Huicong LI ; Ji'ao ZHAO ; Yifeng GUO ; Shixing HAO ; Peiqi CHEN ; Xiaolu MIAO
Journal of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;42(11):2823-2830
Objective To investigate the effects and mechanism of Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula on cognitive function in Alzheimer's disease mice.Methods Transgenic negative mice were designated as the normal group,while APP/PS1 double transgenic mice were randomly divided into six groups(ni=6 per group):model group,low-dose Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula group,medium-dose group,high-dose group,and positive drug group.The Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula low-,medium-,high-dose groups correspondingly received intragastric administration of 0.75,1.5,and 3 g·kg-1·d-1,respectively.The positive drug group received 2 mg·kg-1·d-1 donepezil hydrochloride tablets,while the model and normal groups received equal volumes of saline.All groups were treated once daily for 8 weeks.Behavioral tests were conducted using the Morris water maze and Y-maze.Hippocampal β-amyloid(Aβ)1-42 level was measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA).Hippocampal CA1 and CA3 neurons were observed hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining,and Nissl bodies were examined Nissl staining.Protein expression levels of Aβ transporter low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 1(LRP-1)and endoplasmic reticulum stress marker glucose-regulated protein 78(GRP78)were detected by Western Blot analysis.Results(1)Compared with the normal group,the model group showed significantly prolonged escape latency(P<0.000 1),reduced platform crossings,decreased movement distance and time around the platform of Morris water maze test(P<0.05 or P<0.01),significantly lower spontaneous alternation percentage in Y-maze test(P<0.05),and significantly elevated hippocampal Aβ1-42 level(P<0.000 1).Compared with the model group,all Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula dose groups and the positive drug group exhibited significantly shortened escape latency of Morris water maze test(P<0.000 1).The high-dose Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula group and positive drug group showed significantly increased platform crossings,movement distance and time around the platform of Morris water maze test(P<0.05),significantly higher spontaneous alternation percentage in Y-maze test(P<0.05).All Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula dose groups and the positive drug group showed significantly reduced hippocampal Aβ1-42 level(P<0.000 1).(2)Compared with the normal group,the model group exhibited disordered and deformed hippocampal neurons and Nissl bodies.Compared with the model group,all Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula groups and positive drug group showed improved neuronal and Nissl body organization,with the improvement degree positively correlated with dosage.(3)Compared with the normal group,the model group showed decreased LRP1 level and increased GRP78 level,but there were no statistically significant differences(P>0.05).Compared with the model group,the high-dose Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula group and positive drug group showed increased LRP1 level,while all Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula dose groups and positive drug group exhibited decreased GRP78 level,but there were no statistically significant differences(P>0.05).Conclusion Yuyin Qianyang Tongluo Formula significantly improves cognitive and memory function in model mice in a dose-dependent manner,potentially through reducing Aβ aggregation in the brain via endoplasmic reticulum stress pathway.
3.Evaluation methods for the rehabilitation efficacy of bidirectional closed-loop motor imagery brain-computer interface active rehabilitation training systems.
He PAN ; Peng DING ; Fan WANG ; Tianwen LI ; Lei ZHAO ; Wenya NAN ; Anmin GONG ; Yunfa FU
Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2025;42(3):431-437
The bidirectional closed-loop motor imagery brain-computer interface (MI-BCI) is an emerging method for active rehabilitation training of motor dysfunction, extensively tested in both laboratory and clinical settings. However, no standardized method for evaluating its rehabilitation efficacy has been established, and relevant literature remains limited. To facilitate the clinical translation of bidirectional closed-loop MI-BCI, this article first introduced its fundamental principles, reviewed the rehabilitation training cycle and methods for evaluating rehabilitation efficacy, and summarized approaches for evaluating system usability, user satisfaction and usage. Finally, the challenges associated with evaluating the rehabilitation efficacy of bidirectional closed-loop MI-BCI were discussed, aiming to promote its broader adoption and standardization in clinical practice.
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4.Optimizing biomaterials and surgical strategies for prevention and treatment of persistent air leak after thoracoscopic pulmonary resection:a practice review based on risk stratification
Ming LIU ; Huidong YU ; Sanyuan LU ; Defeng ZHAO ; Jiaqi QIN ; Binyang LIU ; Wenya LI
Journal of Clinical Medicine in Practice 2025;29(18):131-136
Over 2 million thoracoscopic pulmonary resections are performed globally each year,however,postoperative persistent air leak(PAL)remains a common and challenging complication.It not only prolongs hospital stays and increases treatment costs but may also lead to severe complica-tions,particularly inducing a higher risk in patients undergoing mechanical ventilation.In recent years,with the improvement of preoperative preventive measures,the advancement of surgical tech-niques,and the application of repair materials,the incidence of PAL has decreased.This review sys-tematically summarized the definition,clinical impact,risk factors and preventive strategies of PAL,and explored commonly used treatment modalities,such as thoracic drain management,pleurodesis and the application of novel repair materials.It also analyzed the effectiveness,safety and challenges of existing techniques.Furthermore,this review proposed the establishment of an enhanced recovery after surgery(ERAS)integrated pathway combining bovine pericardium(BP)patch with electro-me-chanical stapler and conducted corresponding treatment benefit-cost assessment.
5.Status quo of nursing practice and organizational management for reperfusion therapy in ischemic stroke in Beijing
Shanshan ZHANG ; Wenya CAO ; Hong CHANG ; Jie ZHAO ; Qingfeng MA ; Ting YANG ; Gaoting MA ; Mengrao LIU ; Suai LI
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2024;30(27):3744-3749
Objective:To investigate the status of nursing practice and organizational management for reperfusion therapy in ischemic stroke across medical institutions in Beijing.Methods:In June 2023, a survey was conducted among nursing managers from 62 medical institutions under the jurisdiction of the Beijing Stroke Treatment Quality Control and Improvement Center. The survey aimed to assess the current nursing practices and organizational management for reperfusion therapy in ischemic stroke.Results:Among the 62 medical institutions, 16.13% (10/62) had dedicated reperfusion therapy nurses for stroke, and 87.10% (54/62) had established specific nursing protocols and procedures for stroke reperfusion therapy within their departments. However, 27.42% (17/62) of these institutions based the development and updates of their protocols on experiential summaries rather than standardized guidelines. In terms of nursing practice, there was room for improvement in emergency identification and triage of suspected stroke patients, assistance with intravenous thrombolysis, patient condition monitoring, early rehabilitation, and related health education. Regarding nursing quality control, significant differences were observed between institutions that regularly conducted quality control of stroke reperfusion therapy nursing and those that organized regular training sessions for nurses in this area ( P<0.05) . Conclusions:While nursing practices and quality for stroke reperfusion therapy in Beijing are progressing, there are disparities in regional development. There is a high demand for specialized stroke nursing and targeted technical training.
6.Analysis of Specific Chromatogram of Classical Formula Qianghuo Shengshi Tang Reference Samples
Wenya GAO ; He XU ; Mingli LI ; Haiyu ZHAO ; Yanyan ZHOU ; Hongjie WANG ; Jian YANG ; Xiaolu WEI ; Zhikun FAN ; Nan SI ; Baolin BIAN
Chinese Journal of Modern Applied Pharmacy 2024;41(10):1350-1356
OBJECTIVE
To establish the specific chromatogram of Qianghuo Shengshi Tang(QHSS) reference sample, clarify the key quality attributes of QHSS, providing reference for the quality evaluation of QHSS reference sample.
METHODS
The SilGreen C18 column(4.6 mm×250 mm, 5 μm) was used. The mobile phase consisted acetonitrile and 0.2% formic acid aqueous solution. The detection wavelength was 328 nm. Established an HPLC characteristic spectrum analysis method for the reference sample of QHSS. A variety of chromatographic columns and different instruments were applied to investigate the adaptability of the system. HPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS was used to identify the specific peaks of the QHSS reference samples in positive ion mode.
RESULTS
There were 14 peaks in the specific chromatogram, which belonged to Notopterygii Rhizoma Et Radix, Angelicae Pubescentis Radix, Ligustici Rhizoma Et Radix, Chuanxiong Rhizome, Viticis Fructus, respectively. Ferulic acid(peak 3) was reference peak. A total of 22 compounds were identified by mass spectrometry, including coumarin and flavonoids.
CONCLUSION
The established specific chromatogram method of QHSS is simple, stable and reproducible. The material basis of QHSS reference sample is basically determined, providing a reference for the development and quality control of QHSS.
7.Development of a grading diagnostic model for schistosomiasis-induced liver fibrosis based on radiomics and clinical laboratory indicators
Zhaoyu GUO ; Juping SHAO ; Xiaoqing ZOU ; Qinping ZHAO ; Peijun QIAN ; Wenya WANG ; Lulu HUANG ; Jingbo XUE ; Jing XU ; Kun YANG ; Xiaonong ZHOU ; Shizhu LI
Chinese Journal of Schistosomiasis Control 2024;36(3):251-258
Objective To investigate the feasibility of developing a grading diagnostic model for schistosomiasis-induced liver fibrosis based on B-mode ultrasonographic images and clinical laboratory indicators. Methods Ultrasound images and clinical laboratory testing data were captured from schistosomiasis patients admitted to the Second People’s Hospital of Duchang County, Jiangxi Province from 2018 to 2022. Patients with grade I schistosomiasis-induced liver fibrosis were enrolled in Group 1, and patients with grade II and III schistosomiasis-induced liver fibrosis were enrolled in Group 2. The machine learning binary classification tasks were created based on patients’radiomics and clinical laboratory data from 2018 to 2021 as the training set, and patients’radiomics and clinical laboratory data in 2022 as the validation set. The features of ultrasonographic images were labeled with the ITK-SNAP software, and the features of ultrasonographic images were extracted using the Python 3.7 package and PyRadiomics toolkit. The difference in the features of ultrasonographic images was compared between groups with t test or Mann-Whitney U test, and the key imaging features were selected with the least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) regression algorithm. Four machine learning models were created using the Scikit-learn repository, including the support vector machine (SVM), random forest (RF), linear regression (LR) and extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost). The optimal machine learning model was screened with the receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC), and features with the greatest contributions to the differentiation features of ultrasound images in machine learning models with the SHapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) method. Results The ultrasonographic imaging data and clinical laboratory testing data from 491 schistosomiasis patients from 2019 to 2022 were included in the study, and a total of 851 radiomics features and 54 clinical laboratory indicators were captured. Following statistical tests (t = −5.98 to 4.80, U = 6 550 to 20 994, all P values < 0.05) and screening of key features with LASSO regression, 44 features or indicators were included for the subsequent modeling. The areas under ROC curve (AUCs) were 0.763 and 0.611 for the training and validation sets of the SVM model based on clinical laboratory indicators, 0.951 and 0.892 for the training and validation sets of the SVM model based on radiomics, and 0.960 and 0.913 for the training and validation sets of the multimodal SVM model. The 10 greatest contributing features or indicators in machine learning models included 2 clinical laboratory indicators and 8 radiomics features. Conclusions The multimodal machine learning models created based on ultrasound-based radiomics and clinical laboratory indicators are feasible for intelligent identification of schistosomiasis-induced liver fibrosis, and are effective to improve the classification effect of one-class data models.
8.Epidemiological characteristics of childhood infectious diseases in a single center in Beijing City from 2007 to 2021
Wenya FENG ; Yunhua YAO ; Chengsong ZHAO ; Yuchuan LI ; Huan LIU ; Yi TIAN ; Gang LIU
Chinese Journal of Infectious Diseases 2023;41(7):447-453
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics of childhood infectious diseases in a single center in Beijing City from 2007 to 2021, and to provide scientific basis for the management of infectious diseases in hospitals.Methods:The clinical data of outpatients or inpatients aged<18 years old with infectious diseases recorded in the Nationwide Health Information-based Disease Control and Prevention Information System of Beijing Children′s Hospital, Capital Medical University from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2021 were collected. Descriptive epidemiological methods were used to analyze the types of infectious diseases, population distribution, time distribution characteristics, as well as the etiological characteristics of major infectious diseases.Results:There were 219 260 cases reported, accounting for 5.73‰(219 260/38 295 800) of the total number of hospital cases, with two peaks of 25 469 and 22 928 cases in 2010 and 2019, respectively. The main category of infectious diseases was class C, accounting for 77.51%(169 947/219 260). According to the classification of transmission routes, fecal-oral transmission infectious diseases were the most common, with 144 712 cases (66.00%), followed by air and droplet transmission infectious diseases with 73 946 cases (33.73%), showing an increasing trend by year. The top five diseases in terms of incidence were hand, foot and mouth disease (114 864 cases), influenza (28 703 cases), varicella (22 190 cases), other infectious diarrheal diseases (21 040 cases) and scarlet fever (11 500 cases). Among the 219 260 children, there were 131 546 males and 87 714 females, with a male-to-female ratio of 1.5 to 1. Children aged≤6 years old comprised the majority, with a total of 189 593 cases (86.47%). The peak period of infectious diseases reporting was from May to July. Hand, foot and mouth disease was mainly caused by Coxsackie virus A16(35.02%(1 258/3 592)), while Coxsackie virus A6 had been increasing rapidly since 2017. The main pathogen of influenza was influenza A virus (62.18%(7 400/11 900)), while other infectious diarrhea was mainly caused by rotavirus (87.55%(4 283/4 892)).Conclusions:There is an intermittent outbreak in the incidence of childhood infectious diseases, and air and droplet transmission infectious diseases have shown an upward trend in recent years. Hand, foot and mouth disease, influenza, varicella, other infectious diarrheal diseases and scarlet fever are the main infectious diseases affecting children. Different diseases have the characteristics of age and onset season. The prevention and control of infectious diseases should be updated gradually according to the epidemic trend. Proper protection should be taken during peak seasons and for key populations.
9.Establishment of Specific Chromatogram and TLC Identification for Qingxin Lianziyin
Wenya GAO ; Xiujing MA ; Chang GAO ; Haiyu ZHAO ; Yanyan ZHOU ; Hongjie WANG ; Ruipeng YU ; Yipeng ZHAO ; Cuie YAN ; Lifang GAO ; Nan SI ; Baolin BIAN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2023;29(11):34-42
ObjectiveTo establish the specific chromatogram and thin layer chromatography(TLC) of Qingxin Lianziyin(QXLZY) benchmark samples, in order to clarify the key quality attributes and provide a reference for the quality evaluation of QXLZY. MethodHigh performance liquid chromatography(HPLC) specific chromatogram of QXLZY benchmark samples was developed by using a YMC Hydrosphere C18 column(4.6 mm×250 mm, 5 μm) with the mobile phase of acetonitrile(A)-0.2% formic acid aqueous solution(B) for gradient elution(0-10 min, 5%-20%A; 10-20 min, 20%A; 20-25 min, 20%-24%A; 25-40 min, 24%-30%A; 40-55 min, 30%-50%A; 55-65 min, 50%-100%A; 65-75 min, 100%A; 75-75.1 min, 100%-5%A; 75.1-90 min, 5%A), and the detection wavelength was 360 nm. Ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-linear ion trap/orbitrap mass spectrometry(UHPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS) with electrospray ionization(ESI) was used to identify the components of QXLZY benchmark samples by accurate relative molecular weight and multilevel MS fragment ion information, the detection conditions were positive and negative ion modes and data dependency scanning mode. TLC identification methods for Ophiopogonis Radix, Lycii Cortex, Nelumbinis Semen, Poria, Astragali Radix and Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma in QXLZY were established. ResultA total of 15 characteristic peaks were identified from Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, Plantaginis Semen and Scutellariae Radix, and the relative standard deviations of the retention times of 15 characteristic peaks in 15 batches of QXLZY benchmark samples were≤3% with peak 8(baicalin) as the reference peak. A total of 100 compounds, including flavonoids, organic acids, saponins, amino acids and others, were identified in the benchmark samples by UHPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS. The established TLC had good separation and was suitable for the identification of Ophiopogonis Radix, Lycii Cortex, Nelumbinis Semen, Poria, Astragali Radix and Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma in QXLZY. ConclusionThe material basis of QXLZY benchmark samples is basically determined by MS designation and source attribution. The established specific chromatogram and TLC of QXLZY are simple, stable and reproducible, which can provide a reference for the development and quality control of QXLZY.
10.Establishment of Specific Chromatogram and Thin-layer Identification Method for Kaixinsan
Wenya GAO ; Min FENG ; Chang GAO ; Haiyu ZHAO ; Yanyan ZHOU ; Hongjie WANG ; Ruipeng YU ; Yipeng ZHAO ; Lili ZHANG ; Yanqing GAO ; Yanhong XIAO ; Cuina CHENG ; Xiaolu WEI ; Nan SI ; Baolin BIAN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2023;29(13):37-44
ObjectiveTo establish the specific chromatogram and thin layer chromatography(TLC) identification method of Kaixinsan(KXS) samples, in order to clarify the key quality attributes and provide reference for the quality evaluation of KXS. MethodHigh performance liquid chromatography(HPLC) specific chromatogram of KXS was developed with YMC Hydrosphere C18 column(4.6 mm×250 mm, 5 μm), the mobile phase was acetonitrile(A)-0.2% formic acid aqueous solution(B) for gradient elution(0-15 min, 2%-20%A; 15-25 min, 20%-25%A; 25-30 min, 25%-30%A; 30-45 min, 30%-31%A; 45-50 min, 31%-44%A; 50-65 min, 44%-45%A; 65-73 min, 45%-75%A; 73-95 min, 75%-100%A; 95-105 min, 100%A; 105-105.1 min, 100%-2%A; 105.1-120 min, 2%A), the detection wavelength was 320 nm. Ultra high performance liquid chromatography-linear ion trap-electrostatic field orbitrap mass spectrometry(UHPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS) was used to identify the chemical components of KXS with electrospray ionization(ESI), negative ion mode and scanning range of m/z 50-2 000. TLC identification methods for Poria and Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma in KXS were established. ResultThere were 11 common peaks in the specific chromatogram of KXS, attributed to Polygalae Radix, Poria and Acori Tatarinowii Rhizoma. Taking peak 9(α-asarone) as the reference peak, the relative standard deviations of the retention times of 15 batches of KXS samples were<0.2%. A total of 34 compounds were identified by UHPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS, including terpenoids, phenylpropanoids, oligosaccharides and ketones. The established TLC had good separation and was rapid, reliable, simple, feasible, suitable for the identification of Poria and Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma in KXS. ConclusionThe specific chromatogram and TLC of KXS are stable and reproducible. The material basis of KXS is basically clarified by MS, which can provide a reference for the development and quality control of KXS.


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