1.Achievements,Challenges and Pathways for Digital and Intelligent Transformation of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Huimin FU ; Guoqing XIANG ; Yujie SHEN ; Yanhui WANG ; Zhengrong YAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(6):265-275
Digital and intelligent technologies serve as the core engine driving the inheritance of the essence and the innovation while upholding the fundamentals of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM). Currently, the digital and intelligent transformation of TCM has undergone four developmental stages, exhibiting inherent characteristics such as long-term inevitability, objective standardization, and ecological evolution. By introducing quantitative metrics, digital and intelligent technologies have achieved breakthroughs in TCM knowledge inheritance and innovation, clinical diagnosis and treatment, and herbal medicine supply. The practical applicability of methodological innovations has been empirically validated, though significant disparities exist in technological adaptability and application depth across different fields. Overall, the digital and intelligent transformation of TCM remains in its nascent stage, grappling with multiple structural challenges:weak data foundations, inadequate technological adaptability, incomplete institutional frameworks, shortages of multidisciplinary talent, lagging policies and regulations, and urban-rural digital divide. In order to foster sustainable development and modernization of TCM, this paper establishes a six-dimensional collaborative governance framework of encompassing data, technology, organization, institutions, environment and ethics, which is rooted in data governance and digital governance theories. Future efforts should center on standardization, integration, and ecosystem development to build a data and technology foundation. Focus should be placed on deepening innovation and application of key TCM-specific technologies, while simultaneously strengthening interdisciplinary talent cultivation, improving institutional mechanisms and policy frameworks, and increasing support for rural areas. By adopting a people-centered and technology-empowered approach, we can overcome developmental constraints and unleash the powerful driving force of digital and intelligent technologies for the inheritance of TCM.
2.Predictive value of preoperative plasma fibrinogen combined with lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio in the prognosis of patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma
Xianneng HE ; Yishun XIANG ; Yunfeng LI ; Chengbin LIN ; Weiyu SHEN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(04):570-577
Objective To investigate the prognostic value of preoperative plasma fibrinogen (FIB) combined with lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio (LMR) in predicting the prognosis of patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on ESCC patients who underwent esophagectomy in the Affiliated Lihuili Hospital of Ningbo University from 2015 to 2018. Based on the cut-off values of preoperative FIB and LMR, the F-LMR scoring system was constructed, and patients were divided into three groups according to the F-LMR score. Kaplan-Meier analysis was used to assess 5-year overall survival (OS) and 5-year progression free survival (PFS), and univariate and multivariate Cox regression analyses were performed to identify prognostic factors. Results Finally 260 patients were collected, including 237 males and 23 females, with a median age of 64 years (IQR: 59-70). The 5-year OS rates for patients with F-LMR score of 0, 1, and 2 were 24.44%, 51.69%, and 67.31%, respectively, and the 5-year PFS rates were 15.56%, 42.37%, and 57.62%, respectively. Lower preoperative F-LMR scores were associated with worse prognosis. Multivariate analysis showed that deeper tumor invasion, presence of lymph node metastasis, larger tumor maximum diameter, and lower preoperative F-LMR score were independent risk factors for OS. Conclusion The F-LMR scoring system based on the preoperative FIB and LMR may serve as an effective tool for predicting the prognosis of patients with ESCC.
3.Comparison of the efficacy of heat and acid elution methods for IgG anti-M and anti-Ku
Qunjuan ZENG ; Huaiying KANG ; Dong XIANG ; Wei SHEN ; Chengrui QIAN ; Zhongying WANG ; Guoqin GONG
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(7):964-968
Objective: To compare the efficacy of heat and acid elution methods for IgG anti-M and anti-Ku. Methods: Ten samples with IgG anti-M and two samples with IgG anti-Ku were selected and standardized to a titer of 64. These antibodies underwent overnight absorption at 4℃ with O-type MM and kk-type erythrocytes, and then heat and acid elution methods were used on the absorbed sensitized erythrocytes respectively by detecting the titer of anti-M and anti-Ku in the eluate to compare the differences in the elution efficiency of IgG anti-M and anti-Ku between the two elution methods. Results: In heat elution tests, all 10 anti-M samples showed positive results with titers ranging from 8 to 64, while 2 anti-Ku samples yielded negative results. In acid elution tests, all 10 anti-M samples demonstrated negative results, whereas both anti-Ku (n=2) samples exhibited positive reactions with consistent titers of 32. Following acid elution with subsequent heat elution, 8 of 10 anti-M samples showed positive results with titers ranging from 8 to 32, while 2 remained negative. Both anti-Ku samples demonstrated positive with titers of 4. Conclusion: Heat elution demonstrated superior efficiency for IgG anti-M compared to acid elution, whereas acid elution showed greater efficacy for IgG anti-Ku than heat elution.
4.Progress in clinical application of anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody in refractory nephrotic syndrome in children
Jinbo XIANG ; Guanguo SHEN ; Zheng LI ; Xiaoyan HU ; Tingting CAO ; Ziran XU ; Ting DING ; Jingbo LI
China Pharmacy 2025;36(16):2078-2084
Anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of refractory nephrotic syndrome (RNS) in children. The first- generation rituximab is the most widely used in clinical practice; it shows definite efficacy in children with RNS, is recommended by guidelines, particularly for achieving a high remission rate in minimal change nephrosis, and can significantly reduce the cumulative use of glucocorticoids and immunosuppressants. The second-generation ofatumumab has potential as an alternative treatment for patients who are intolerant or resistant to rituximab, while the third-generation obinutuzumab has shown efficacy in complex cases such as rituximab resistance or post-transplant recurrence. However, there is still controversy regarding the optimization of rituximab treatment dosage and whether ofatumumab and obinutuzumab offer greater advantages than rituximab for the treatment of RNS in children. The most common adverse reaction induced by anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies is infusion reactions, and long-term adverse events mainly include increased risks of sustained immunosuppression and infections. Rituximab has significant economic advantages for the treatment of RNS, but additional pharmacoeconomic research based on China’s healthcare environment is needed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of ofatumumab and obinutuzumab in this population. Given that the current use of ofatumumab and obinutuzumab in this field is considered off-label use, clinical application should only proceed after a rigorous evaluation of the patient’s benefits and risks.
5.Comparison of the efficacy of heat and acid elution methods for IgG anti-M and anti-Ku
Qunjuan ZENG ; Huaiying KANG ; Dong XIANG ; Wei SHEN ; Chengrui QIAN ; Zhongying WANG ; Guoqin GONG
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(7):964-968
Objective: To compare the efficacy of heat and acid elution methods for IgG anti-M and anti-Ku. Methods: Ten samples with IgG anti-M and two samples with IgG anti-Ku were selected and standardized to a titer of 64. These antibodies underwent overnight absorption at 4℃ with O-type MM and kk-type erythrocytes, and then heat and acid elution methods were used on the absorbed sensitized erythrocytes respectively by detecting the titer of anti-M and anti-Ku in the eluate to compare the differences in the elution efficiency of IgG anti-M and anti-Ku between the two elution methods. Results: In heat elution tests, all 10 anti-M samples showed positive results with titers ranging from 8 to 64, while 2 anti-Ku samples yielded negative results. In acid elution tests, all 10 anti-M samples demonstrated negative results, whereas both anti-Ku (n=2) samples exhibited positive reactions with consistent titers of 32. Following acid elution with subsequent heat elution, 8 of 10 anti-M samples showed positive results with titers ranging from 8 to 32, while 2 remained negative. Both anti-Ku samples demonstrated positive with titers of 4. Conclusion: Heat elution demonstrated superior efficiency for IgG anti-M compared to acid elution, whereas acid elution showed greater efficacy for IgG anti-Ku than heat elution.
6.The diagnosis and testing of immune hemolytic anemia induced by ceftizoxime sodium drug-dependent antibodies
Jing WANG ; Yangyi XIE ; Sha JIN ; Wei SHEN ; Dong XIANG ; Zhongying WANG
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(9):1230-1235
Objective: To explore the laboratory testing methods and clinical management strategies for immune hemolytic anemia induced by Ceftizoxime sodium drug-dependent antibodies. Methods: Patient blood samples were subjected to blood typing, direct antiglobulin test, and unexpected antibody identification. Ceftizoxime sodium drug-dependent antibodies were detected using the immune complex method and drug-sensitized red cell method. The properties and titers of the drug antibodies were further assessed. Flow cytometry was used to assess the complement activation capacity of the drug antibodies in vitro. Results: Direct antiglobulin tests (IgG and C3d) were positive. Ceftizoxime sodium drug-dependent antibodies were identified using both the immune complex method and the sensitized red cell method, their titers significantly increased following the addition of the drug. Flow cytometry confirmed the complement activation capability of these antibodies and identified 30 minutes as the optimal time for activation in vitro. The patient's condition improved rapidly after drug withdrawal and supportive transfusion, resulting in a favorable outcome. Conclusion: Ceftizoxime sodium can cause drug-induced immune hemolytic anemia via complement activation mediated by drug-dependent antibodies. Serological testing is essential for diagnosing drug-induced hemolytic anemia. Clinicians should be vigilant for this adverse reaction. The offending drug must be promptly discontinued, and supportive care should be initiated upon the onset of symptoms.
7.Clinicopathologic analysis of 19 cases of urachal adenocarcinoma
Xiang LI ; Ying HUANG ; Weiyu PAN ; Juan YU ; Xinxin GUO ; Xiaolei ZHANG ; Licheng SHEN ; Yingyong HOU ; Jun HOU
Chinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology 2025;41(5):571-576
Purpose To explore the clinical and pathological features,differential diagnosis,treatment methods and prognosis of urachal adenocarcinoma.Methods Nineteen cases of urachal adenocarcinoma were collected and an-alyzed by combining clinical symptoms,auxiliary examinations,histology,immunohistochemical,and genetic testing and 11 cases of bladder adenocarcinomas.Results Among the 19 patients(15 males,4 females;age range:33-75 years,mean:55 years),tumors were located at the dome or anterior wall of the bladder.Histological subtypes includ-ed mucinous adenocarcinoma(6 cases),adenocarcinoma not otherwise specified(4 cases),enteric-type adenocarci-noma(6 cases),adenocarcinoma with focal mucinous differentiation(1 case),adenocarcinoma with signet-ring cell carcinoma(1 case),and metastatic urachal adenocarcinoma(1 case).Immunophenotypic analysis revealed membra-nous positivity for β-catenin,diffuse positivity for CK34βE 12,MUC-2,and CK20,focal CK7 positivity in some cases,and rare GATA-3 positivity.Mutations in p53 were observed,while KRAS,NRAS,BRAF,and PIK3CA mutations were absent.In colorectal adenocarcinomas,CK34βE12 positivity was 40%,nuclear β-catenin positivity was 48%,and MUC-2 expression was approximately 50%.In bladder adenocarcinomas,GATA-3 and MUC-2 positivity rates were 45%and 63.6%,respectively.Conclusion Distinguishing urachal adenocarcinoma from colorectal and primary bladder adenocarcinomas remains challenging.Urachal adenocarcinoma should be suspected in patients with anterior bladder wall or dome lesions,gross hematuria,or mucinuria.No definitive diagnostic markers currently exist for ura-chal adenocarcinoma.Immunophenotypic features such as membranous β-catenin,MUC-2,and CK7 positivity may fa-vor urachal adenocarcinoma over colorectal adenocarcinoma.Additional markers(e.g.,GATA-3,CK20,CK34βE12)aid in differential diagnosis,though individual markers lack specificity.Comprehensive evaluation integrating clinical presentation,imaging,and clinicopathological features is essential for accurate diagnosis.
8.Clinical characteristics and prognosis of perioperative myocardial injury after non-cardiac surgery in intensive care unit patients
Shi-hong XIA ; Xue-li MA ; Guo-feng SHEN ; Li-jing JIANG ; Kang-yi LIU ; Wei-yi TANG ; Jin-di NI ; Xiang LI
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;52(3):424-428,445
Objective To retrospectively analyze the clinical risk factors and prognosis of perioperative myocardial injury(MINS)in non-cardiac surgery patients admitted to the intensive care unit(ICU).Methods A total of 478 postoperative patients admitted to the Department of Intensive Medicine,Minhang Hospital,Fudan University from Jan 2020 to Dec 2023 were selected.They were divided into MINS group(n=302)and normal group(n=176)based on whether myocardial injury occurred within 7 days after surgery.The differences in clinical characteristics between the two groups were compared,and risk factors for perioperative myocardial injury were identified.Risk factors for mortality in the MINS group were analyzed with 30-day mortality as the clinical endpoint.Results The prevalence of acute physiology and chronic health evaluation Ⅱ(Apache Ⅱ)score,coronary artery disease,and chronic kidney disease were all higher in the MINS group than those in the normal group,with statistically significant differences(P<0.05).The proportion of emergency surgeries,co-infection,and perioperative hypotension were significantly different between the MINS group and the normal group(P<0.05).Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that chronic kidney disease,emergency surgery,co-infection,and intraoperative and postoperative hypotension were risk factors for MINS occurrence.Prognostic analysis indicated that perioperative hypotension was a risk factor for 30-day mortality in MINS patients.Conclusion MINS is closely associated with patients'underlying conditions,timing of surgery,and perioperative hypotension status,and especially perioperative hypotension affects the final outcomes.
9.Screening and Exploring the Significance of Core Genes in Liver Cirrhosis Based on Bioinformatics
Shijun SHEN ; Xiang DENG ; Yongfeng RAO
Journal of Medical Research 2025;54(1):54-60
Objective To identify the core genes in liver cirrhosis through bioinformatics screening,construct a network of their in-teractions,and explore the pathways and clinical significance of these genes.Methods Transcriptome datasets were obtained from the GEO database to screen for differential gene expression.GO analysis and KEGG pathway enrichment analysis were performed.A protein interaction network was constructed using the STRING database.The top 10 core genes were identified using the MCC algorithm,and the miRNA-mRNA regulatory relationships were established.The validation of the core gene expression was conducted with additional GEO datasets and clinical samples,and ROC analysis was used to evaluate the clinical significance.Results A total of 47 upregulated and 34downregulated genes were identified in this study.These differential genes were involved in biological processes such as extracellular matrix organization,urogenital system development,and cellular responses to copper,cadmium,and zinc ions.They performed the inter-action pathway function through the ECM receptor.The top 10 core genes were SPP1,SOX9,COL1A2,TAGLN,ACTA2,CCND1,CD24,VWF,JAG1 and MMP7.The expression of the core genes was increased in cirrhotic tissues,among which CCND1,CD24 and VWF showed high accuracy in distinguishing the cirrhotic tissues(AUC>0.90).Conclusion The expression of the core genes in liver cirrhosis is increased and may lead to liver fibrosis through the ECM receptor interaction pathway,while the CCND1,CD24 and VWF could serve as effective targets for the diagnosis and treatment of liver cirrhosis.
10.Effects of Stent and Balloon Shape on Hemodynamics in Tapered Vessels with Multiple Stenosis
Xiang SHEN ; Qiang LIU ; Yue XU ; Zewen HE ; Jiahao CHEN ; Jiabao JIANG ; Hengfeng YAN
Journal of Medical Biomechanics 2025;40(1):58-64
Objective To study the influence of stent and balloon shape on hemodynamics in tapered vessels with multiple stenosis.Methods The hemodynamic model was established after the implantation of vascular stent in tapered vessel with multiple stenosis.The numerical simulation method was used to study the effect of the combination of different shaped stents and balloons on postoperative hemodynamics.Results When the cylindrical stent was expanded using the cylindrical balloon and tapered balloon respectively,compared with cylindrical balloon expansion,the proportion of low-speed blood flow area generated by tapered balloon expansion was reduced by 0.58%,and the proportion of low time-averaged wall shear stress(TAWSS)area was reduced by 3.22%.The use of tapered balloon for expansion could produce less low-speed blood flow and low TAWSS area.When tapered balloon was used to expand the cylindrical stent and tapered stent respectively,compared with expanding tapered stent,the proportion of low-speed blood flow area generated by expanding cylindrical stent decreased by 1.35%,and the proportion of low TAWSS area decreased by 9.73%.Conclusions The hemodynamic environment of tapered vessel with multiple stenosis was influenced by the shape of stent and balloon.The use of tapered balloon to expand the cylindrical stent in tapered vessels with multiple stenosis can achieve favorable hemodynamic environment and reduce the risk of ISR occurence.This study can provide a scientific basis for the rational formulation of clinical intervention scheme.

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