1.Chinese expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of chronic pain after lung surgery with integrated Traditional Chinese and Western medicine (2026 edition)
Jichen QU ; Wentian ZHANG ; Jianqiao CAI ; Zhigang CHEN ; Bin LI ; Wei DAI ; Xiangwu WANG ; Yan LI ; Xiang LÜ ; ; Yongfu ZHU ; Mingran XIE ; Sufang ZHANG ; Lei JIANG
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026;33(04):522-534
Chronic post-surgical pain (CPSP) is a common long-term complication following lung surgery. Its high incidence significantly impacts patients’ quality of life and functional recovery, and imposes a substantial socioeconomic burden. This consensus aims to systematically establish a standardized integrated Chinese and Western medicine diagnostic and treatment framework for chronic post-lung surgery pain (CPLSP). Based on the latest domestic and international evidence-based medical research and multidisciplinary clinical experience, the working group comprehensively elaborates on core issues regarding CPLSP, including its definition, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical assessment, Western medical treatment, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment, and integrated strategies. The consensus emphasizes a patient-centered approach, adhering to the principles of multimodality, individualization, and stepwise management, highlighting the synergistic advantages of integrating Chinese and Western medicine throughout the entire perioperative management cycle encompassing "perioperative anti-inflammation, acute analgesia, and chronic rehabilitation." Through systematic literature retrieval and evidence integration, a total of 9 core recommendations were established to provide scientifically sound and clinically practical guidance.
2.Study on the mechanism of Euphorbia hirta L.-derived exosome-like nanovesicles regulating Nrf2/HO-1/NQO1 pathway to improve acetaminophen-induced liver injury
Yanyu WANG ; Lei CHEN ; Renjie LIU ; Shijian XIANG ; Benjie ZHOU
China Pharmacy 2026;37(9):1134-1140
OBJECTIVE To investigate the ameliorative effect and mechanism of Euphorbia hirta L.-derived exosome-like nanovesicles(Eh-ENVs) on acetaminophen (APAP)-induced liver injury based on the nuclear factor erythroid 2 related factor 2 (Nrf2)/heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1)/NAD(P)H:quinone oxidoreductase 1 (NQO1) pathway. METHODS The safety of Eh-ENVs was evaluated by examining their effects on the viability of RAW264.7 and AML12 cells, as well as serum liver and kidney function indicators and histopathology of liver, lung, and other tissues in normal mice. A lipopolysaccharide (1 μg/mL)-induced RAW264.7 cell inflammation model was constructed to investigate the effects of 10 and 20 μg/mL Eh-ENVs on the mRNA expression of inflammatory factors and reactive oxygen species (ROS) level in model cells, and the uptake efficiency of Eh-ENVs by RAW264.7 cells was also examined. An APAP-induced liver injury mouse model was established to investigate the effects of 4 mg/kg Eh-ENVs on serum liver function indicators, liver histopathology, mRNA expression of inflammatory factors, malondialdehyde (MDA) level, superoxide dismutase (SOD) level, and mRNA and protein expressions related to the Nrf2/HO-1/NQO1 pathway in liver tissue of model mice. RESULTS In vitro results showed that Eh-ENVs had no inhibitory effect on the proliferation of RAW264.7 and AML12 cells;Eh-ENVs could be efficiently taken up by RAW264.7 cells and significantly reduced the mRNA expression of interleukin-1β (IL-1β), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and ROS level in cells ( P <0.05). In vivo results showed that 4 mg/kg Eh-ENVs had no obvious toxic side effects on normal mice,could significantly decrease the serum alanine transaminase (ALT) and aspartate transaminase (AST) levels in model mice ( P <0.05),upregulated/increased the mRNA expressions of IL-10, as well as the mRNA and protein expressions of Nrf2, HO-1, and NQO1, and SOD level in liver tissue ( P <0.05), and down-regulated/decreased the mRNA expression of TNF-α, IL-1β and MDA level in liver tissue ( P <0.05). CONCLUSIONS Eh-ENVs may activate the Nrf2/HO-1/NQO1 pathway to inhibit inflammatory response and alleviate oxidative stress, thereby improving APAP-induced liver injury.
3.Selection and evaluation methods and progress of the distal landing zone of stent grafts for endovascular aortic repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms
Sixuan LI ; Xiang YAN ; Yiqian CHEN ; Jingquan CHEN ; Lei ZHANG ; Hao ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2025;41(2):121-128
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is an extremely dangerous aortic dilating disease, with a high mortality rate once ruptured. With the advancement of imaging techniques such as computed tomography angiography (CTA), the detection rate of this disease has increased correspondingly. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial for reducing mortality and improving patient prognosis. Compared to traditional open surgery, endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) for AAA is minimally invasive, using a stent graft to isolate the aneurysm sac as a whole, preventing arterial blood from entering the sac and further preventing the aneurysm from progressing or rupturing. Due to the characteristics of EVAR, precise preoperative assessment of AAA anatomy is required to develop a surgical plan for selecting the appropriate stent diameter and length. However, current attention on preoperative assessment of EVAR is more focused on the neck landing zone of the aneurysm, its shape, calcification, etc., while there is relatively less attention and lack of uniform standards for the selection and positioning judgment of the distal landing zone of the iliac artery. And, a growing number of studies have shown that improper treatment of the distal landing zone may lead to complications such as type Ⅰb endoleak and restenosis after stent implantation, affecting the prognosis of patients. This article provides a review of the current domestic and international methods and progress in the preoperative assessment of the distal landing zone for EVAR.
4.Development of A High-performance Rectangular Ion Trap for Multi-reflection Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometer
Xiao-Xia CHEN ; Yi REN ; Qi HUANG ; Da-Jun XIANG ; Chang-Wei LI ; Yi HONG ; Lei LI ; Zheng-Xu HUANG ; Mei LI ; Jing-Wei XU ; Zhen ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Analytical Chemistry 2025;53(1):38-46
As a new generation of time-of-flight mass spectrometry,multiple-reflection time-of-flight mass spectrometry(MR-TOF-MS)has been increasingly applied in the fields such as nuclear physics,chemistry,and biology due to its ultra-high resolution and rapid analysis capabilities.However,the analytical performance of MR-TOF-MS largely depends on the ion bunch state entering the mass analyzer.In this study,a rectangular ion trap(RIT)was developed,designed and processed using printed circuit board technology,as an ion accumulating and focusing device for MR-TOF mass analyzer.Compared to traditional ion traps composed of two sets of planar electrodes,this RIT had higher voltage utilization efficiency,resulting in more efficient ion collection and focusing.The ions were cooled to a sufficiently small bunch for precise mass measurement with MR-TOF-MS mass spectrometry in only 1 ms of cooling time in the RIT,then orthogonally ejected to the MR-TOF mass spectrometer for mass analysis.Experimental results indicated that the working cycle,ion flux,and ion focusing state of the RIT fully met the requirements of the MR-TOF mass analyzer.When coupled with the MR-TOF mass analyzer,the RIT enabled MR-TOF-MS to achieve a mass resolution of 1.5×105.
5.Genetic Correlation and Mendelian Randomization Analysis Revealed an Unidirectional Causal Relationship Between Left Caudal Middle Frontal Surface Area and Cigarette Consumption
Hongcheng XIE ; Anlin WANG ; Minglan YU ; Tingting WANG ; Xuemei LIANG ; Rongfang HE ; Chaohua HUANG ; Wei LEI ; Jing CHEN ; Youguo TAN ; Kezhi LIU ; Bo XIANG
Psychiatry Investigation 2025;22(3):279-286
Objective:
Previous studies have discovered a correlation between cigarette smoking and cortical thickness and surface area, but the causal relationship remains unclear. The objective of this investigation is to scrutinize the causal association between them.
Methods:
To derive summary statistics from a genome-wide association study (GWAS) on cortical thickness, surface area, and four smoking behaviors: 1) age of initiation of regular smoking (AgeSmk); 2) smoking initiation (SmkInit); 3) smoking cessation (SmkCes); 4) cigarettes per day (CigDay). Linkage disequilibrium score regression (LDSC) was employed to examine genetic association analysis. Furthermore, for traits with significant genetic associations, Mendelian randomization (MR) analyses were conducted.
Results:
The LDSC analysis revealed nominal genetic correlations between AgeSmk and right precentral surface area, left caudal anterior cingulate surface area, left cuneus surface area, left inferior parietal surface area, and right caudal anterior cingulate thickness, as well as between CigDay and left caudal middle frontal surface area, between SmkCes and left entorhinal thickness, and between SmkInit and left rostral anterior cingulate surface area, right rostral anterior cingulate thickness, and right superior frontal thickness (rg=-0.36–0.29, p<0.05). MR analysis showed a unidirectional causal association between left caudal middle frontal surface area and CigDay (βIVW=0.056, pBonferroni=2×10-4).
Conclusion
Left caudal middle frontal surface area has the potential to serve as a significant predictor of smoking behavior.
6.Waist Circumference Status and Distribution in Chinese Adults: China Nutrition and Health Surveillance (2015-2017).
Jing NAN ; Mu Lei CHEN ; Hong Tao YUAN ; Qiu Ye CAO ; Dong Mei YU ; Wei PIAO ; Fu Sheng LI ; Yu Xiang YANG ; Li Yun ZHAO ; Shu Ya CAI
Biomedical and Environmental Sciences 2025;38(6):757-762
7.Devevelopment and application of carriage-type field operating unit
Yong-xiang FAN ; Peng-fei JI ; Xiao-lei WANG ; Li LIN ; Yan CHEN ; Ming-cui SUN
Chinese Medical Equipment Journal 2025;46(8):113-117
Objective To develop a carriage-type field operating unit with advantages in mobility and rapid deployment to solve the problems of the traditional field operating equipment in flexibility and environmental adaptability.Methods The carriage-type field operating unit was made based on a BEIBEN TRUCK transport vehicle platform with external and internal modifications.The external modification involved a hydraulic loading platform with a capacity of 2 t and electric lifting function at the rear of the carriage and an external equipment compartment at the bottom.The internal modification included area renovation,tarp modification,facility remodeling and equipment configuration.Results The carriage-type field operating unit behaved better than the traditional field operating vehicle and operating shelter in deployment time,infection control,mobility,temperature control,etc.Conclusion The carriage-type field operating unit gains advantages in mobility,rapid deployment and complete supporting facilities,and can be used as a relatively independent field surgical unit.[Chinese Medical Equipment Journal,2025,46(8):113-117]
8.Expert consensus on infection prevention and control of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in medical institutions
Tianxiang GE ; Yangyang JIA ; Chunhui LI ; Jianrong HUANG ; Xiujuan MENG ; Xiaodong GAO ; Jingping ZHANG ; Fu QIAO ; Lijuan XIONG ; Hui LIANG ; Wei LI ; Haiyan LOU ; Wenjuan WU ; Tianxin XIANG ; Jiansen CHEN ; Biao ZHU ; Kaijin XU ; Zhihui ZHOU ; Hongliu CAI ; Meihong YU ; Yan ZHANG ; Yanwan SHANGGUAN ; Haiting FENG ; Hangping YAO ; Lei GUO ; Tieer GAN ; Weihong ZHANG ; Jimin SUN ; Ye LU ; Qun LU ; Meng CAI ; Jin SHEN ; Yunsong YU ; Anhua WU ; Liu-yi LI ; Tingting QU
Chinese Journal of Infection Control 2025;24(4):437-450
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease(CJD)is a rapidly progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disorder caused by prions,with certain infectivity and iatrogenic transmission risks.With the rapid progress and application of new dia-gnostic biomarkers and detection methods,as well as the construction and improvement of surveillance and reporting systems,the detection of CJD in patients domestically and internationally has shown an increasing trend year by year.Due to its long incubation period and heterogeneity of early symptoms,early identification and diagnosis of the disease is difficult,increasing the risk of transmission within medical institutions.Currently,there is a lack of con-sensus on the infection prevention and control of CJD.In order to timely identify and diagnose CJD as well as effec-tively block its transmission in medical institutions,this consensus summarizes 15 clinical concerns and formulates 24 specific recommendations based on the latest domestic and international research findings and clinical evidence,as well as combines with clinical practice,aiming to standardize healthcare-associated infection prevention and control measures for CJD and reduce its transmission risk in medical institutions.
9.Multicenter study on the efficacy of transoral robotic surgery for malignant tongue base tumors
Ming SONG ; Chengzhi XU ; Kai XU ; Faya LIANG ; Huijun YANG ; Chunping WU ; Shuwei CHEN ; Lanjun CAI ; Ping HAN ; Longjuan CHU ; Changding HE ; Xing ZHANG ; Liang ZHOU ; Yan WANG ; Xiaoming HUANG ; Xiang LU ; Ankui YANG ; Lei TAO
Chinese Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;60(3):278-284
Objective:To evaluate the clinical efficacy of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) in the treatment of malignant tongue base tumors.Methods:A multicenter study was conducted to collect and analyze the clinical data of patients with malignant tongue base tumors who underwent TORS at five otolaryngology-head and neck surgery centers in China, including Eye Ear Nose and Throat Hospital of Fudan University, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Tongji Hospital of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, and the First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University between January 2017 and January 2023. Among the patients, 38 were males and 11 were females, with a mean age of 59.0±8.8 years. Baseline characteristics, complications, and follow-up data were compared between groups. Independent sample t-tests or Mann-Whitney U tests was used for comparisons of continuous variables; chi-square tests or Fisher′s exact tests was applied for categorical variables. Survival analysis was performed using the Kaplan-Meier method to calculate overall survival and disease-free survival, and differences between groups were compared using the log-rank test. Results:Among the 49 patients, 41 (83.7%) were diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), with a p16 positive rate of 51.2% (21/41). There were no statistically significant differences between the p16-positive group ( n=21) and the p16-negative group ( n=20) in age, sex, or postoperative bleeding (all P>0.05). However, there was a significant difference in TNM stage between the two groups ( χ2=14.556, P=0.020), with the p16-positive group predominantly in stage I (66.7%) and the p16-negative group primarily in stages Ⅲ and Ⅳ (40.0% and 30.0%, respectively). The postoperative tracheotomy rate was 30.6% (15/49), and the incidence of postoperative bleeding was 6.1% (3/49). The 1-year and 3-year overall survival rates were 98.0% and 92.5%, respectively, while, the 1-year and 3-year disease-free survival rates were 89.2% and 84.9%, respectively. No significant differences were observed between the p16-positive and p16-negative groups in 3-year overall survival (100% vs. 83.8%, χ2=1.093, P=0.518) or 3-year disease-free survival (68.2% vs. 88.9%, χ2=2.161, P=0.382). Conclusion:TORS for malignant tongue base tumors demonstrates high clinical safety and favorable oncological outcomes.
10.Transoral robotic surgery of tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma: analysis of 157 cases from five medical centers
Lei TAO ; Faya LIANG ; Xiang LU ; Ankui YANG ; Liang ZHOU ; Quan ZHANG ; Xing ZHANG ; Chunping WU ; Huijun YANG ; Longjuan CHU ; Chao HE ; Chengzhi XU ; Jingtao CHEN ; Ping HAN ; Yan WANG ; Xiaoming HUANG ; Ming SONG
Chinese Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2025;60(3):258-265
Objective:To explore the clinical application value of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) in the treatment of tonsil squamous cell carcinoma (TSCC).Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted. The clinical data of 157 TSCC patients were collected who received TORS at five medical centers, namely, the Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Eye Ear Nose and Throat Hospital of Fudan University, the First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, and Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College, from January 1 2017 to July 31 2022. There were 130 males and 27 females, aged 24-85 years. All patients were followed-up at least for 2 years (2-year group), among them, 99 patients had a follow-up of 3 years (3-year group). The overall survival (OS), progression-free survival (PFS), clinical stage, human papillomavirus (HPV) infection status were analyzed. SPSS 25.0 and SAS 9.4 were used for statistical analysis.Results:The OS and PFS of the 2-year group were 91.7% and 87.9%, respectively. The OS and PFS of the 3-year group were 85.9% and 82.8%, respectively. The prognosis of patients with locally early-stage was better than that of locally advanced patients, with the OS of 94.4% for T1-2 vs. 78.0% for T3 ( P=0.005) and the PFS of 91.2% for T1-2 vs. 75.0% for T3 ( P=0.011) in the 2-year group; the OS of 91.1% for T1-2 vs. 65.0% for T3 ( P=0.004) and the PFS of 88.6% for T1-2 vs. 60.0% for T3 ( P=0.002) in the 3-year group; and also, the OS of 90.0% for stage Ⅰ-Ⅱ vs. 79.5% for stage Ⅲ-Ⅳ ( P=0.204) and the PFS of 86.7% for stage Ⅰ-Ⅱ vs. 76.9% for stage Ⅲ-Ⅳ ( P=0.188) in the 3-year group. The prognosis of HPV-positive TSCC patients was better than that of HPV-negative patients in the 3-year group, with the OS of 90.9% for HPV-positive vs. 80.5% for HPV-negative ( P=0.045) and the PFS of 90.9% for HPV-positive vs. 75.6% for HPV-negative ( P=0.047). The average time of postoperative tracheal cannula indwelling was 25.1 days. The indwelling rate and average indwelling time of the postoperative nasogastric tube were 94.3% (148/157) and 8.5 days, respectively. Conclusion:TORS has outstanding survival benefits for TSCC patients. HPV-positive TSCC patients have a better prognosis than HPV-negative patients. TORS treatment of TSCC patients has advantages in postoperative recovery and quality of life.

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