1.Comparative Analysis of Clinical Efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine Manipulative Reduction Combined with Small Splint Fixation Versus Surgical Treatment for Type A Distal Radius Fracture
Yang SHAO ; Zihan WANG ; Jianwei WANG ; Guoda DAI ; Hengyan CUI ; Zhen HUA ; Tingchen ZHU ; Shaoshuo LI ; Jun MAO ; Fenghua CHEN ; Shuai TAO ; Mao WU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(10):1078-1085
ObjectiveTo compare the clinical efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) manipulative reduction combined with small splint fixation versus surgical treatment for type A distal radius fracture (DRF) and to explore the factors influencing the choice of treatment. MethodsA multi-center retrospective study was conducted, collecting data from 1237 type A DRF patients treated in 11 hospitals in Jiangsu province from September, 2023 to April, 2025. Among them, 851 patients in the TCM group received manipulative reduction combined with small splint fixation, and 386 patients in the surgical group underwent open reduction and internal fixation. Visual analog scale (VAS) scores for pain and radiographic indicators including palmar tilt, ulnar deviation, and radial height were compared before treatment, 5-7 days after treatment, and 4-6 weeks after treatment. The wrist joint function scores including Dienst and Gartland-Werley scores at 12 weeks after treatment were recorded. Subgroup analysis was conducted for the excellent rate of Dienst and Gartland-Werley scores, stratified by age (<50, 50-59, 60-69, ≥70 years old) and AO subtypes (A1, A2, A3). A multivariate logistic regression model was used to identify independent factors influencing treatment choice. ResultsOn 5-7 days after treatment, the surgical group had lower VAS scores than the TCM group, while 4-6 weeks after treatment, the TCM group showed lower VAS scores than the surgical group (P<0.01). In terms of radiographic indicators, except for the palmar tilt before treatment being higher in the surgical group than in the TCM group (P<0.01), there were no significant differences in palmar tilt, ulnar deviation, and radial height at other timepoints (P>0.05). Twelve weeks after treatment, the surgical group had a higher average Gartland-Werley score and the excellent rate than the TCM group (P<0.01). Subgroup analysis showed that in patients with A2 type DRF aged 50-59 and 60-69 years old, the excellent rates of Dienst and Gartland-Werley scores in the TCM group were higher than those in the surgical group (P<0.05). Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that age, palmar tilt, ulnar deviation, and the degree of swelling on the affected side were independent factors influencing the choice of treatment (P<0.05). ConclusionBoth TCM manipulative reduction combined with small splint fixation and surgical treatment for type A DRF can achieve good therapeutic effects. TCM manipulative reduction combined with small splint fixation has certain advantages in medium- and long-term pain relief, especially in elderly patients, where wrist joint function recovery is more stable. Age, palmar tilt, ulnar deviation, and swelling degree are the main factors influencing the treatment choice.
2.Analysis of early upper limb function and physical and psychological status in breast cancer patients after different surgeries
Zihan SHAN ; Xiujia LUO ; Shuo XU ; Yimeng GENG ; Xiong WU ; Haoqing JIANG ; Jie JIA
Chinese Journal of Clinical Medicine 2026;33(5):866-871
Objective To explore the effects of breast-conserving surgery (BCS), simple mastectomy (SM), and modified radical mastectomy (MRM) on early postoperative upper limb motor function, physical and psychological status in breast cancer patients. Methods A total of 212 female breast cancer patients undergoing surgery at the Department of Breast Surgery of Zhangzhou Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University from October 2024 to December 2025 were enrolled. Patients were divided into the BCS group (n=34), SM group (n=79), and MRM group (n=99). General demographic and clinical data were collected. At 3–7 days postoperatively, the Constant-Murley score (CMS), active range of motion (AROM) of the shoulder joint, and the Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH) score were used to assess upper limb function; the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast (FACT-B), and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were used to evaluate patients’ psychological status, quality of life, and sleep quality. Results The total CMS score, pain score, and range of motion score in the BCS group were higher than those in the SM and MRM groups (P<0.05). The BCS group showed greater forward flexion range of motion than that in the SM and MRM groups (P<0.05); and the SM group showed smaller internal rotation range of motion than that in the MRM and BCS groups (P<0.05). The PHQ-9 depression score in the BCS group was significantly higher than that in the MRM group (P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences among the three groups in QuickDASH, GAD-7, FACT-B, or PSQI scores. Conclusions Early postoperative upper limb function and depression status varied among breast cancer patients undergoing different surgical procedures. Patients undergoing BCS had better preservation of upper limb function but higher depression scores.
3.Effects of Zuogui Pill (左归丸) Decoction on Cerebral Perfusion and Corticospinal Tract Remodeling in Patients With Ischemic Stroke of the Liver-Kidney Yin Deficiency Syndrome
Xinyu XU ; Dan WU ; Xiaohui YAN ; Hao HUA ; Siqi MEI ; Zihan ZHOU ; Jinglin ZHAO ; Shiyu HE ; Xiaoyu FEI ; Yangfan LIU ; Yue SU ; Li LI ; Wenlei LI
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(21):2302-2310
ObjectiveTo evaluate the clinical efficacy of Zuogui Pill (左归丸,ZGP) decoction on neurological function, motor function, and activities of daily living in patients with ischemic stroke (IS) of liver-kidney yin deficiency syndrome, and to assess its potential mechanisms from the perspectives of cerebral perfusion and corticospinal tract (CST) remodeling. MethodsA total of 108 patients with IS of liver-kidney yin deficiency syndrome and onset time ≤14 days were enrolled and randomly divided into a control group and a treatment group, with 54 cases in each group. The control group received conventional western medicine, while the treatment group received ZGP decoction (one dose per day) in addition to the conventional treatment. Both groups were treated for 90 days. The National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), modified Rankin Scale (mRS), modified Barthel Index (MBI), Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA), and Chinese medicine syndrome score (CMS) were evaluated before treatment and after (90±3) days of treatment. Three-dimensional arterial spin labeling (3D-ASL) and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) were performed to obtain ipsilesional cerebral blood flow (CBF) in the unaffected and affected hemispheres, relative CBF (rCBF), and fractional anisotropy (FA) of the CST. Nodal analysis of FA values along the CST was also conducted. Correlation analysis was used to assess the relationships between post-treatment cerebral perfusion parameters (CBF and rCBF), and FA values with clinical neurological function scores. ResultsAfter treatment, both groups showed significantly decreased NIHSS, mRS and CMS scores, together with significantly increased FMA and MBI scores (P<0.01). Intergroup comparison showed that NIHSS, mRS, and CMS scores in the treatment group were significantly lower than those in the control group , while MBI and FMA scores were significantly higher (P<0.01). The 3D-ASL results revealed that CBF and rCBF values in the affected hemisphere significantly increased in both groups after treatment, and the treatment group had significantly higher values (P<0.01). DTI showed that the FA value of the CST on the affected side in the treatment group was significantly higher than that in the control group after treatment (P<0.05). Nodal analysis along the CST further demonstrated that the continuity of FA values at lesion-related nodes 45~99 in the treatment group was significantly better than that in the control group (P<0.01), with significant increases at nodes 65~71 and 76~81 compared with baseline (P<0.05 or P<0.01), whereas the control group showed a decreasing trend at nodes 80~93 (P<0.05). Correlation analysis indicated that CBF and rCBF values in the affected hemisphere were negatively correlated with NIHSS and mRS scores and positively correlated with MBI score (P<0.05). FA value of the CST on the affected side, both before and after treatment, were negatively correlated with NIHSS score and positively correlated with FMA score (P<0.05 or P<0.01). ConclusionZGP decoction can effectively improve neurological function, motor function, and activities of daily living in IS patients with liver-kidney yin deficiency syndrome, and its mechanism may be related to enhanced cerebral perfusion in the affected hemisphere and corticospinal tract structural remodeling.
4.Effects of Shenling kongliu formula on colorectal adenoma in mice and on the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB pathway and macrophage polarization
Jincheng WANG ; Pei WU ; Bo DAI ; Zihan WANG ; Sufang ZHOU
China Pharmacy 2026;37(20):2667-2672
OBJECTIVE To investigate the improvement effects of the Shenling kongliu formula (SLKLF) on mice with colorectal adenoma (CRA), as well as its impact on the Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4)/myeloid differentiation primary response protein 88 (MyD88)/nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) pathway and on the macrophage polarization.METHODS Thirty male Apc Min/+ mice were randomly divided into a model group, an aspirin group [positive control, 20.59 mg/(kg·d)], and low-, medium- and high-dose SLKLF groups [2.06, 4.11 and 8.22 g/(kg·d)], with six mice in each group. Additionally, 6 wild-type male C57BL/6J mice were used as the wild-type control group. Mice in each group were gavaged twice daily with the corresponding drug solution or normal saline for 12 consecutive weeks. After the final administration, the levels of interleukin-10 (IL-10) and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) in the serum of mice in each group were measured, the total number of adenomas and the average longest diameter in the entire colon and rectum were counted, histopathological changes in colorectal tissues were observed, and the protein expressions of cluster of differentiation 86 (CD86), CD206, inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), arginase-1 (ARG-1), TLR4, MyD88, and NF-κB p65 in the colorectal tissue were detected.RESULTS Compared with the model group, mice in all SLKLF dose groups showed varying degrees of improvement in pathological changes such as colorectal adenomatous lesions and inflammatory cell infiltration. Their serum levels of IL-10 and TNF-α, total number of adenomas and their average longest diameter (except in the low-dose group), CD86-positive and CD206-positive (except in the low-dose group) expressions, as well as the protein expressions of iNOS, TLR4, MyD88, NF-κB p65 were all significantly reduced, decreased, shortened, or downregulated, while the protein expression of ARG-1 (except in the low-dose group) was significantly upregulated ( P <0.05). The Jonckheere-Terpstra tests showed that, as the SLKLF dose increased, the levels of IL-10 and TNF-α, the total number of adenomas, the average longest diameter, CD86-positive and CD206-positive expressions, and the protein expression of MyD88 in mice all showed a decreasing trend, while the protein expression of ARG-1 showed an increasing trend ( P <0.05).CONCLUSIONS SLKLF can reduce the CRA burden in Apc Min/+ mice and improve histopathological changes in the adenomas. Its therapeutic effects are accompanied by changes in the expression of proteins associated with the TLR4/MyD88/NF-κB pathway, inflammatory factors, and markers related to macrophage polarization.
5.Adenosine improves learning memory in thromboembolic stroke rats through PI3K/Akt/CREB signalling pathway
Jiahao DONG ; Mingrui LIU ; Cheng YUAN ; Hao WU ; Zihan GAO ; Hui LIU ; Yingjiao LIU
Chinese Journal of Neuroanatomy 2025;41(4):452-460
Objective:To explore the effects of adenosine on learning and memory in rats thromboembolic stroke(TS)and its mechanism based on PI3K/Akt/CREB signaling pathway.Methods:36 male SD rats were randomly di-vided into sham group(Sham),TS group,TS+adenosine(TS+Ade)group and TS+adenosine+Akt inhibitor(TS+Ade+MK-2206)group.Preparation of rat TS model used autologous thrombus intravascular formation method.Mor-ris water maze(MWM)test was used to observe the learning and memory ability of rats.The morphological changes of hippocampal neurons were observed by Nissl staining.The expression of glutamate transporter 1(GLT-1)and glial fi-brillary acidic protein(GFAP)in CA1 region was determined by immunofluorescence.The protein expressions of PI3K,p-PI3K,Akt,p-Akt,CREB and p-CREB were determined by Western blot.Results:Through the rat TS mod-el,adenosine was able to improve the learning and memory ability,improve the hippocampal neuron cell morphological abpormality and vacuolation,nucleolar condensation and other phenomena in rats.Immunofluorescence results showed that GLT-1 and GFAP were co-localized,and adenosine could significantly enhance the fluorescence intensity of GFAP and GLT-1.Western blot results showed that adenosine can enhance the expression of p-PI3K,p-Akt,and p-CREB proteins,but the use of Akt inhibitors can to some extent inhibit the phosphorylation of PI3K,Akt,and CREB.Conclusion:Adenosine may enhance the expression of GLT-1 in astrocytes and increase the clearance of glutamate through activation of PI3K/Akt/CREB signaling pathway,thereby reducing the excitotoxicity and improving recognition and memory function.However,this effect is partially blocked by Akt inhibitors.
6.Clinical characteristics and survival analysis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma combined with multiple primary malignancies
Libin ZHANG ; Xiufang QIU ; Shuyuan MAO ; Ting XU ; Honghong ZHANG ; Xinyi HONG ; Ting LIN ; Zihan CHEN ; Jing WANG ; Zijie WU ; Youliang WENG ; Sufang QIU
Chinese Journal of Radiation Oncology 2025;34(12):1183-1190
Objective:To investigate the clinical characteristics and survival outcomes of patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) complicated by multiple primary malignancies (MPCs) in a real-world setting.Methods:A retrospective study was performed on 238 NPC patients with MPCs who received radical radiotherapy at Fujian Cancer Hospital between January 1st, 2004 and December 31st, 2023. The primary endpoints were overall survival (OS) and cumulative survival rate. Survival analysis was conducted using the Kaplan-Meier method with log-rank / Breslow tests, and univariate analysis of prognostic factors was performed using the Cox proportional hazards model.Results:A total of 246 primary malignant tumors were identified in 238 patients, involving 12 organ systems and 39 tumor types. The most common coexisting malignancies occurred in the respiratory and intrathoracic organs [25.2% (62/246)], followed by digestive organ malignancies [22.8% (56/246)], malignancies of the lip, oral cavity, and pharynx [22.8% (56/246)], and thyroid and other endocrine gland malignancies [15.4% (38/246)]. The median OS was 186 months, and the 3-, 5-, and 10-year cumulative survival rates were 90.84%, 85.25%, and 69.45%, respectively. Poorer survival was associated with male sex, age>48 years at onset, locally advanced disease (stage IVA), synchronous MPCs and/or digestive system malignancies, fewer total cycles of chemotherapy, and lack of concurrent or adjuvant chemotherapy.Conclusions:In patients with NPC, MPCs most frequently involve the respiratory system, digestive system, and head and neck organs (including the thyroid). Male sex, older age, locally advanced primary NPC, synchronous and/or digestive system MPCs, fewer chemotherapy cycles, and lach of concurrent or adjuvant chemotherapy were significantly associated with poorer prognosis.
7.The rise,development and application of patient-derived immunocompetent organoid in the treatment of bladder cancer
Zihan ZHAO ; Xiangyu WU ; Hongqian GUO ; Rong YANG
Journal of Modern Urology 2025;30(7):621-626
In recent years,patient-derived tumor organoid(PDTO)models have rapidly emerged as important tools in cancer research,thanks to their unique ability to preserve the characteristics of primary tumors.These models provide a reliable preclinical research platform for screening individualized chemotherapy and targeted therapies for patients.However,traditional PDTOs lack immune cells and cannot replicate the tumor immune microenvironment,which restricts their utility in evaluating immunotherapies.To address this challenge,researchers have developed composite models that incorporate both tumor cells and immune cells,known as patient-derived immunocompetent tumor organoids(PDITOs).PDITOs have shown excellent performance in the preclinical evaluation of immunotherapies,particularly with PD-1/PD-L1 immune checkpoint inhibitors,with some studies reporting up to 100%accuracy in predicting patient responses to immunotherapy.As a common malignancy of the urinary system,bladder cancer has benefited from the application of PDITOs in drug screening and personalized immunotherapy evaluation,demonstrating significant potential.This paper aims to review the rise and development of PDITOs,and compare the advantages and limitations of using different methods to construct PDITOs,so as to explore their application in the treatment of bladder cancer.
8.The research progress of bladder preservation strategies for high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer
Xiangyu WU ; Zihan ZHAO ; Xin YANG ; Xiang DU ; Hongqian GUO ; Rong YANG
Chinese Journal of Urology 2025;46(4):307-311
High-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (HR-NMIBC) is associated with a higher risk of recurrence and progression. The standard treatment involves intravesical Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) instillation following transurethral resection of the bladder cancer. However, in cases of BCG unresponsiveness, radical cystectomy is typically recommended. Due to the high complication rates and significant impact on quality of life associated with this procedure, bladder-preserving treatment (BPT) strategies have emerged as an alternative. This review summarizes recent advances in BPT, including combined chemoradiotherapy, immune checkpoint inhibitors, targeted therapies, localized precision treatments, and novel immunomodulators. With ongoing technological and therapeutic innovations, BPT has become an effective alternative for patients who are unable or unwilling to undergo surgery, reshaping the treatment landscape of HR-NMIBC.
9.Ancient data mining on drug characteristics of knee osteoarthritis
Zihan MENG ; Yueyue YU ; Xiaoyi SHI ; Xinyu MA ; Dingding WU ; Xu ZHANG ; Heyi LI ; Jingya WANG ; Liyuan ZHANG ; Heli ZHAO
China Modern Doctor 2025;63(12):1-4,48
Objective To analyze ancient prescriptions for knee osteoarthritis(KOA),and explore their application patterns,for providing clinical reference value.Methods Prescriptions were collected from ancient documents,and a database was created by using Excel 2016 for frequency analysis.Association rules and hidden structures were analyzed by using SPSS Modeler 18.0 and Lantern 5.0.Results A total of 373 prescriptions and 421 herbs were collected,with 3894 times of frequency of medication.Danggui was the most frequently used herb.Herbs primarily tonified deficiencies,relieved exterior symptoms,and expelled wind-dampness,with warm properties and pungent,sweet,or bitter tastes,mainly targeting the spleen and kidney meridians.Thirteen strong association rules were identified,including Chuanxiong+Niuxi-Danggui,and Bixie-Niuxi.Hidden structure analysis revealed 10 variables,leading to 4 clusters and 4 core prescriptions.Common syndromes included wind-damp,wind-cold-damp,wind-damp-heat,and qi-blood deficiency.Conclusion The treatment of KOA in ancient literature focuses on dispelling wind and removing dampness,taking into account both positive deficiency and evil excess,flexible use of tonifying spleen and kidney,clearing dampness-heat,tonifying Qi and blood and other drugs.
10.Clinical characteristics and survival analysis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma combined with multiple primary malignancies
Libin ZHANG ; Xiufang QIU ; Shuyuan MAO ; Ting XU ; Honghong ZHANG ; Xinyi HONG ; Ting LIN ; Zihan CHEN ; Jing WANG ; Zijie WU ; Youliang WENG ; Sufang QIU
Chinese Journal of Radiation Oncology 2025;34(12):1183-1190
Objective:To investigate the clinical characteristics and survival outcomes of patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) complicated by multiple primary malignancies (MPCs) in a real-world setting.Methods:A retrospective study was performed on 238 NPC patients with MPCs who received radical radiotherapy at Fujian Cancer Hospital between January 1st, 2004 and December 31st, 2023. The primary endpoints were overall survival (OS) and cumulative survival rate. Survival analysis was conducted using the Kaplan-Meier method with log-rank / Breslow tests, and univariate analysis of prognostic factors was performed using the Cox proportional hazards model.Results:A total of 246 primary malignant tumors were identified in 238 patients, involving 12 organ systems and 39 tumor types. The most common coexisting malignancies occurred in the respiratory and intrathoracic organs [25.2% (62/246)], followed by digestive organ malignancies [22.8% (56/246)], malignancies of the lip, oral cavity, and pharynx [22.8% (56/246)], and thyroid and other endocrine gland malignancies [15.4% (38/246)]. The median OS was 186 months, and the 3-, 5-, and 10-year cumulative survival rates were 90.84%, 85.25%, and 69.45%, respectively. Poorer survival was associated with male sex, age>48 years at onset, locally advanced disease (stage IVA), synchronous MPCs and/or digestive system malignancies, fewer total cycles of chemotherapy, and lack of concurrent or adjuvant chemotherapy.Conclusions:In patients with NPC, MPCs most frequently involve the respiratory system, digestive system, and head and neck organs (including the thyroid). Male sex, older age, locally advanced primary NPC, synchronous and/or digestive system MPCs, fewer chemotherapy cycles, and lach of concurrent or adjuvant chemotherapy were significantly associated with poorer prognosis.

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