This study aimed to characterize and identify the non-volatile components in aqueous and ethanolic extracts of the stems and leaves of Rhododendron tomentosum by using sensitive and efficient ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-time of flight mass spectrometry(UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS) combined with a self-built information database. By comparing with reference compounds, analyzing fragment ion information, searching relevant literature, and using a self-built information database, 118 compounds were identified from the aqueous and ethanolic extracts of R. tomentosum, including 35 flavonoid glycosides, 15 phenolic glycosides, 12 flavonoids, 7 phenolic acids, 7 phenylethanol glycosides, 6 tannins, 6 phospholipids, 5 coumarins, 5 monoterpene glycosides, 6 triterpenes, 3 fatty acids, and 11 other types of compounds. Among them, 102 compounds were reported in R. tomentosum for the first time, and 36 compounds were identified by comparing them with reference compounds. The chemical components in the ethanolic and aqueous extracts of R. tomentosum leaves and stems showed slight differences, with 84 common chemical components accounting for 71.2% of the total 118 compounds. This study systematically characterized and identified the non-volatile chemical components in the ethanolic and aqueous extracts of R. tomentosum for the first time. The findings provide a reference for active ingredient research, quality control, and product development of R. tomentosum.
Rhododendron/chemistry* ; Chromatography, High Pressure Liquid/methods* ; Drugs, Chinese Herbal/chemistry* ; Mass Spectrometry/methods* ; Plant Leaves/chemistry*

Radiation-induced thrombocytopenia (RIT) faces a perplexing challenge in the clinical treatment of cancer patients, and current therapeutic approaches are inadequate in the clinical settings. In this research, oxymatrine, a new molecule capable of healing RIT was screened out, and the underlying regulatory mechanism associated with magakaryocyte (MK) differentiation and thrombopoiesis was demonstrated. The capacity of oxymatrine to induce MK differentiation was verified in K-562 and Meg-01 cells in vitro. The ability to induce thrombopoiesis was subsequently demonstrated in Tg (cd41:enhanced green fluorescent protein (eGFP)) zebrafish and RIT model mice. In addition, we carried out network pharmacological prediction, drug affinity responsive target stability assay (DARTS) and cellular thermal shift assay (CETSA) analyses to explore the potential targets of oxymatrine. Moreover, the pathway underlying the effects of oxymatrine was determined by Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analyses, Western blot (WB), and immunofluorescence. Oxymatrine markedly promoted MK differentiation and maturation in vitro. Moreover, oxymatrine induced thrombopoiesis in Tg (cd41:eGFP) zebrafish and accelerated thrombopoiesis and platelet function recovery in RIT model mice. Mechanistically, oxymatrine directly binds to toll-like receptor 2 (TLR2) and further regulates the downstream pathway stimulator of interferon genes (STING)/nuclear factor-kappaB (NF-κB), which can be blocked by C29 and C-176, which are specific inhibitors of TLR2 and STING, respectively. Taken together, we demonstrated that oxymatrine, a novel TLR2 agonist, plays a critical role in accelerating MK differentiation and thrombopoiesis via the STING/NF-κB axis, suggesting that oxymatrine is a promising candidate for RIT therapy.

Localized scleroderma (LoS) is a chronic autoimmune skin disorder characterized by fibrosis and hardening of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, potentially affecting deeper tissues and other organs. Currently, China lacks evidence-based guidelines for the diagnosis and management of LoS, which poses a challenge to disease recognition and leads to significant variation in treatment strategies across medical centers. To address this problem, we plan to establish a nationwide, multidisciplinary expert team through the Chinese Society of Plastic Surgery to initiate the development of the Chinese Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Localized Scleroderma. The guideline aims to standardize the diagnosis and treatment procedures for LoS, improve clinical diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, and enhance patient outcomes through early identification and intervention. The guideline will adhere to international standards, with recommendations formed through evidence evaluation and multiple rounds of expert discussions. Although evidence-based data on LoS specific to the Chinese population is currently limited, and no unified gold standard for disease assessment exists, the clinical expertise of multidisciplinary specialists will play a pivotal role in the guideline's formulation. We anticipate that this guideline will provide LoS patients with higher-quality medical care and enhance patient awareness and engagement, which may ultimately help reduce social and healthcare burden. This proposal outlines the background, methodology, and anticipated value of the guideline, with the hope of providing guidance for its rigorous development and successful publication.

Elemene, derived from Curcuma wenyujin, one of the "8 famous genuine medicinal materials of Zhejiang province," exhibits remarkable antitumor activity. It has gained wide recognition in clinical practice for effectiveness on tumors. Dr. XIE Tian, introduced the innovative concept of "molecular compatibility theory" by combining Chinese medicine principles, specifically the "monarch, minister, assistant, and envoy" theory, with modern biomedical technology. This groundbreaking approach, along with a systematic analysis of Chinese medicine and modern biomedical knowledge, led to the development of elemene nanoliposome formulations. These novel formulations offer numerous advantages, including low toxicity, well-defined composition, synergistic effects on multiple targets, and excellent biocompatibility. Following the principles of the "molecular compatibility theory", further exploration of cancer treatment strategies and methods based on elemene was undertaken. This comprehensive review consolidates the current understanding of elemene's potential antitumor mechanisms, recent clinical investigations, advancements in drug delivery systems, and structural modifications. The ultimate goal of this review is to establish a solid theoretical foundation for researchers, empowering them to develop more effective antitumor drugs based on the principles of "molecular compatibility theory".
Humans ; Retrospective Studies ; Antineoplastic Agents/therapeutic use* ; Neoplasms/drug therapy* ; Drugs, Chinese Herbal/therapeutic use* ; Sesquiterpenes/therapeutic use*

Objective To investigate the incidence rate,clinical characteristics,and prognosis of neonatal stroke in Shenzhen,China.Methods Led by Shenzhen Children's Hospital,the Shenzhen Neonatal Data Collaboration Network organized 21 institutions to collect 36 cases of neonatal stroke from January 2020 to December 2022.The incidence,clinical characteristics,treatment,and prognosis of neonatal stroke in Shenzhen were analyzed.Results The incidence rate of neonatal stroke in 21 hospitals from 2020 to 2022 was 1/15 137,1/6 060,and 1/7 704,respectively.Ischemic stroke accounted for 75％(27/36);boys accounted for 64％(23/36).Among the 36 neonates,31(86％)had disease onset within 3 days after birth,and 19(53％)had convulsion as the initial presentation.Cerebral MRI showed that 22 neonates(61％)had left cerebral infarction and 13(36％)had basal ganglia infarction.Magnetic resonance angiography was performed for 12 neonates,among whom 9(75％)had involvement of the middle cerebral artery.Electroencephalography was performed for 29 neonates,with sharp waves in 21 neonates(72％)and seizures in 10 neonates(34％).Symptomatic/supportive treatment varied across different hospitals.Neonatal Behavioral Neurological Assessment was performed for 12 neonates(33％,12/36),with a mean score of(32±4)points.The prognosis of 27 neonates was followed up to around 12 months of age,with 44％(12/27)of the neonates having a good prognosis.Conclusions Ischemic stroke is the main type of neonatal stroke,often with convulsions as the initial presentation,involvement of the middle cerebral artery,sharp waves on electroencephalography,and a relatively low neurodevelopment score.Symptomatic/supportive treatment is the main treatment method,and some neonates tend to have a poor prognosis.

Localized scleroderma (LoS) is a chronic autoimmune skin disorder characterized by fibrosis and hardening of the skin and subcutaneous tissues, potentially affecting deeper tissues and other organs. Currently, China lacks evidence-based guidelines for the diagnosis and management of LoS, which poses a challenge to disease recognition and leads to significant variation in treatment strategies across medical centers. To address this problem, we plan to establish a nationwide, multidisciplinary expert team through the Chinese Society of Plastic Surgery to initiate the development of the Chinese Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Localized Scleroderma. The guideline aims to standardize the diagnosis and treatment procedures for LoS, improve clinical diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, and enhance patient outcomes through early identification and intervention. The guideline will adhere to international standards, with recommendations formed through evidence evaluation and multiple rounds of expert discussions. Although evidence-based data on LoS specific to the Chinese population is currently limited, and no unified gold standard for disease assessment exists, the clinical expertise of multidisciplinary specialists will play a pivotal role in the guideline's formulation. We anticipate that this guideline will provide LoS patients with higher-quality medical care and enhance patient awareness and engagement, which may ultimately help reduce social and healthcare burden. This proposal outlines the background, methodology, and anticipated value of the guideline, with the hope of providing guidance for its rigorous development and successful publication.

Objective To investigate the efficacy of flupentixol combined with ondansetron in preventing postoperative nausea and vomiting(PONV)in patients receiving sufentanil and dezocine patient-controlled intravenous analgesia(PCIA).Methods Surgical patients receiving sufentanil and dezocine PCIA were randomly divided into treatment and control groups using a random number table.The control group received sufentanil 150 μg,dezocine 20 mg,and ondansetron 8 mg for PCIA,while the treatment group received sufentanil 150 μg,dezocine 20 mg,flupentixol 5 mg,and ondansetron 8 mg for PCIA.The incidence of PONV,severity of PONV,heart rate(HR),mean arterial pressure(MAP),blood oxygen saturation(SPO2)levels at different time points after surgery,surgery-related indicators,visual analogue scale(VAS)scores,Ramsay scores,PCIA pressing times,and incidence of adverse drug reactions were compared between the two groups.Results The incidence of PONV in the treatment group and the control group at 2,12,24,36 and 48 hours after surgery were 1.64％,4.84％,6.56％,3.28％,0 and 14.75％,18.03％,19.67％,16.39％,9.84％,respectively.The HR at 24 hours after surgery in the treatment group and the control group were(91.42±8.75)and(98.13±9.62)beat·min-1,respectively;the MAP were(91.98±4.56)and(99.05±4.17)mmHg;SPO2 were(98.13±1.65)％and(98.95±1.82)％;VAS scores were 2.68±0.49 and 2.97±0.63;Ramsay scores were 2.27±0.65 and 2.05±0.32;PCIA pressing times were(2.14±0.37)and(4.36±0.78)times,respectively.The differences in the above indicators between the treatment group and the control group were statistically significant(all P＜0.05).The incidence of total adverse drug reactions after surgery in the treatment group and the control group were 13.12％and 8.20％,respectively,with no statistically significant difference(P＞0.05).Conclusion Flupentixol combined with ondansetron can reduce the risk of PONV caused by sufentanil combined with dezocine PCIA after surgery,ensuring good analgesic effects and safety.

Objective To evaluate the bioequivalence of the vardenafil hydrochloride tablets in fasting and fed conditions in healthy Chinese adult subjects with the test and reference formulations.Methods A randomized,open,single-dose,two-preparation,two-sequence,two-period,crossover design was used,and 40 healthy male subjects enrolled in the fasting state and 66 healthy male subjects enrolled in the fed state.The trial was conducted in two cycles,with 20 mg of either the subject formulation or the reference formulation,vardenafil hydrochloride tablets,being administered in each cycle.The drug concentration of vardenafil in plasma was determined by the liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry(LC/MS-MS)method.Pharmacokinetic parameters were calculated using the non-compartment model,and the safety evaluation indexes were statistically analyzed using SAS 9.4 or above version program data statistical software.Results Arithmetic mean values of the main pharmacokinetic parameters of the subject formulation of vardenafil hydrochloride tablets and the reference formulation in the fasting state:Cmaxwere(34.94±18.33)and(36.69±19.45)ng·mL-1;AUC0-t were(74.38±34.11)and(74.25±33.37)ng·mL-1·h;AUC0-∞ were(76.70±34.36)and(76.46±33.84)ng·mL-1·h,respectively.Arithmetic mean values of the main pharmacokinetic parameters of the subject formulation of vardenafil hydrochloride tablets and the reference formulation in the fed state:Cmax were(22.84±12.48)and(21.68±11.12)ng·mL-1;AUC0_twere(70.82±35.88)and(72.71±34.63)ng·mL-1·h;AUC0-∞ were(73.48±36.44)and(75.29±35.12)ng·mL-1·h,respectively.The 90％confidence intervals for the geometric mean ratios of the main pharmacokinetic parameters such as Cmax,AUC0-t and AUC0-∞ of the prototype drug vardenafil in plasma after oral administration of 20 mg of the test and reference formulations of vardenafil tablets to the subjects in fasting and postprandial states fell within the equivalence interval of 80.00％to 125.00％.Conclusion The subject formulation of vardenafil hydrochloride tablets was bioequivalent to the reference formulation in fasting and fed conditions in healthy Chinese subjects.

Bone organoids can simulate the complex structure and function of the bone tissues, which makes them a frontier technology in organoid researches. Bone organoids show a tremendous potential of applications in bone disease modeling, bone injury repair, and medicine screening. Although advancements have been made so far in constructing bone organoids with functional structures like mineralization, bone marrow, trabecular bone, callus, woven bone, etc, the researches in this field are confronted with numerous challenges such as lack of standardized construction strategies and unified evaluation criteria, which limits their further promotion and application. To standardize researches in bone organoids, the Orthopedic Expert Committee of Geriatric Branch of Chinese Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics, the Youth Osteoporosis Group of Orthopedic Branch of Chinese Medical Association, the Osteoporosis Group of Orthopedic Surgeon Branch of Chinese Medical Doctor Association, and the Osteoporosis Committee of Shanghai Association of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine organized related experts to formulate Expert consensus on the construction, evaluation, and application of bone organoids ( version 2024) based on an evidence-based approach. A total of 17 recommendations were put forth, aiming to standardize researches and clinical applications of bone organoids and enhance their value in scientific research and clinical practice.