1.Integrating Transcriptomics and 3D Organoids to Investigate Mechanism of Periplaneta americana Extract Against Lung Adenocarcinoma
Qiong MA ; Chunxia HUANG ; Jiawei HE ; Yuting BAI ; Xingyue LIU ; Yuxuan XIONG ; Yang ZHONG ; Hengzhou LAI ; Yuling JIANG ; Xueke LI ; Qian WANG ; Yifeng REN ; Xi FU ; Funeng GENG ; Taoqing WU ; Ping XIAO ; Fengming YOU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(11):124-132
ObjectiveTo evaluate the antitumor activity of Periplaneta americana extract(PAE) against human-derived lung adenocarcinoma organoids(LUAD-PDOs) and to elucidate its potential mechanism based on transcriptomics. MethodsFresh tumor and adjacent normal tissues from patients with LUAD were collected to construct LUAD-PDOs and normal lung organoid(Nor-PDOs) models using 3D organoid culture technology. The effective intervention concentration of PAE was determined using the cell counting kit-8(CCK-8) assay. Experimental groups included the model group(LUAD-PDOs), normal group, model administration group(LUAD-PDOs+PAE), and normal administration group(Nor-PDOs+PAE). Hematoxylin-eosin(HE) staining was used to observe the pathological structures of PDOs, immunohistochemistry(IHC) was performed to detect the expressions of the proliferation marker Ki-67 and lung adenocarcinoma differentiation markers cytokeratin-7(CK-7) and Napsin A, TUNEL staining was applied to detect cell apoptosis. RNA sequencing(RNA-Seq) was conducted to identify differentially expressed genes(DEGs), followed by Gene Ontology(GO), Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG), and Gene Set Enrichment Analysis(GSEA), alongside protein-protein interaction(PPI) network analysis to screen core mechanisms. Finally, key targets were validated by integrating external database analysis with immunofluorescence(IF). ResultsNor-PDOs and LUAD-PDOs that highly recapitulated the pathological characteristics of the primary tissues were successfully established. The CCK-8 assay determined that the effective intervention concentration of PAE was 16 g·L-1. Morphological observation showed that Nor-PDOs exhibited lumen-forming structures, whereas LUAD-PDOs displayed dense, solid structures. CCK-8 and TUNEL assays revealed that, compared with the model group, PAE intervention inhibited the proliferation of LUAD-PDOs and promoted apoptosis in LUAD cells, while showing no significant effect on the viability of Nor-PDOs. Transcriptomic analysis identified 719 DEGs that were significantly reversed after PAE intervention(347 up-regulated and 372 down-regulated)(P<0.05). GO enrichment analysis indicated that DEGs in the model administration group were significantly enriched in biological processes related to cell cycle regulation compared to the model group. KEGG pathway analysis revealed that PAE affected pathways related to proliferation and metabolism, including pathways in cancer and the p53 signaling pathway. GSEA further confirmed that PAE significantly enhanced the activity of the p53 signaling pathway(P<0.05). PPI network analysis indicated that breast cancer type 1 susceptibility protein(BRCA1) and checkpoint kinase 1(CHEK1) were the core down-regulated targets in the p53 pathway. IF verified the high expression of BRCA1 and CHEK1 in LUAD-PDOs and their significant downregulation after PAE intervention(P<0.05). Furthermore, survival analysis based on The Cancer Genome Atlas(TCGA) database indicated that low expression of BRCA1 and CHEK1 was significantly associated with prolonged overall survival in patients with LUAD(P<0.05). ConclusionPAE effectively inhibits proliferation of LUAD-PDOs and promotes their apoptosis, its anti-tumor mechanism is potentially associated with the activation of the p53 signaling pathway, with BRCA1 and CHEK1 genes likely serving as key downstream targets for the effects of PAE.
2.Development of a prediction model for ascending aortic dilatation in patients with normally functioning bicuspid aortic valves using LASSO-Logistic regression
Sijing HE ; Ning YAN ; Xue YANG ; Lili WANG ; Xingyue YANG ; Lisha NA
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2025;34(11):967-975
Objective:To identify the risk factors for ascending aortic dilatation and develop a prediction model using LASSO-Logistic regression in patients with normally functioning bicuspid aortic valves(BAV).Methods:Eight-four adult patients with BAV diagnosed as having normal valve function by transthoracic echocardiography who attended to the General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University between June 2024 and April 2025 were prospectively selected,there were 42 patients with ascending aortic dilatation and 42 patients without dilatation.The patients were divided into a training set(60 cases)and a test set(24 cases)using stratified random sampling at a ratio of 7 to 3 via the R caret package. All subjects underwent transthoracic echocardiography,lipid and plasma matrix metalloproteinases(MMP)and tissue inhibitors(TIMP)levels detection. The inverse probability of treatment weighting(IPTW)method was employed to control for potential confounding factors. LASSO and multifactorial binary Logistic regression was applied to screen the independent risk factors for ascending aortic dilatation of BAV and development a nomogram prediction model. The accuracy,consistency and clinical applicability of the prediction model were evaluated by applying the ROC curve,calibration curve,and decision curve analysis(DCA),respectively.Results:①After adjustment for IPTW,LASSO-Logistic regression analysis identified left ventricular global longitudinal strain(LVGLS)and plasma MMP-2 levels as independent risk factors for ascending aortic dilatation in BAV patients with normal valve function.②The nomogram prediction model constructed based on the above screening features,and the area under the curve(AUC)of ROC for the training set and test set were 0.917 and 0.903,with specificities of 0.867 and 0.917,and sensitivities of 0.933 and 0.916,respectively. ③Calibration curves demonstrated satisfactory alignment,with C-indices of 0.908(95% CI=0.879~0.937)for the training set and 0.903(95% CI=0.874 - 0.932)for the test set. Hosmer-Lemeshow goodness-of-fit tests indicated strong consistency between predicted and observed outcomes,with P-values of 0.138 and 0.750 for the training and test sets,respectively.The DCA curve demonstrated that within a threshold probability range of 0.04 - 0.90 in the test set,the clinical decision-making model provided a higher net benefit rate for patients with BAV. Conclusions:LVGLS absolute value reduction and elevated plasma MMP-2 levels are independent risk factors for predicting ascending aortic dilatation in BAV patients with normal valve function. The prediction model based on LASSO-Logistic regression has good predictive value,providing a scientific basis for clinical decision-making in patients with BAV and aortic diseases.
3.Observation on the Clinical Efficacy of Haloperidol Combined with Auricular Point Pressing Therapy in Children with Tic Disorders
Qing LIU ; Guoyun CAO ; Xingyue LIU ; Rui PAN ; Jiaming HE ; Lei ZHANG ; Meijia QIAN
Journal of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;42(10):2470-2475
Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy of haloperidol combined with auricular point pressing therapy in children with tic disorders.Methods A total of 120 pediatric patients diagnosed with tic disorders at the Department of Pediatric Rehabilitation,Cangzhou Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine,Hebei Province from March 2022 to March 2024 were enrolled.Participants were randomly divided into an observation group(n=60)and a control group(n=60)using a random number table.The control group received haloperidol alone,while the observation group received additional auricular point pressing therapy.Treatment duration was 12 weeks.After 3 months,clinical efficacy was assessed by comparing:Yale Global Tic Severity Scale(YGTSS)scores,serum 5-hydroxytryptamine(5-HT)and dopamine(DA)levels,immune function markers(CD3+,CD4+),and incidence of adverse reactions between groups.Results(1)The overall efficacy rate in the observation group was 91.67%(55/60),while that in the control group was 76.67%(46/60).The efficacy of the observation group was superior to that of the control group,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.05).(2)After treatment,the YGTSS scores of children in both groups was significantly improved(P<0.05),and the observation group showed a significantly greater improvement in YGTSS scores than the control group,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.05).(3)After treatment,the levels of 5-HT and DA in both groups of children were significantly improved(P<0.05),and the observation group showed a significantly greater improvement in 5-HT and DA levels than the control group,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.05).(4)After treatment,CD3+and CD4+levels were significantly improved in both groups(P<0.05),and the observation group showed a significantly greater improvement in CD3+and CD4+levels than the control group,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.05).(5)There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of adverse reactions between the observation group and the control group,with a statistically significant difference(P>0.05).Conclusion The combination of haloperidol and auricular point pressing therapy significantly improves clinical symptoms and immune function in children with tic disorders,demonstrating both efficacy and safety.
4.Comprehensive Evaluation of the Medical Service Capacity of the First Batch of County-Level Medical Subcenters in Guizhou Province
Keren ZHANG ; Juan JIN ; Xing CUI ; Xingyue ZHU ; Xun HE ; Xiaofan YAN
Chinese Health Economics 2025;44(3):89-93
Objective:To comprehensively evaluate the medical service capacity of 50 first batch county medical sub-centers in Guizhou Province,it provides the basis and references for further research on the construction of county medical sub-centers in Guizhou province and improvement of the medical service capacity of township health centers(community health service centers)in Guizhou Province.Methods:Through TOPSIS method,RSR method and the fuzzy combination method,the medical service capacity of the primary medical institutions in the county medical sub-center was evaluated.Results:Among the first batch of 50 county-level secondary medical centers,the top three in terms of medical service capabilities were G18,G6,and G36,while the last three were G27,G15,and G22.Conclusion:There were significant differences in the medical and health service capacity among the 50 sub-centers.It is suggested to continue to increase the support for sub-centers,formulate relevant policies according to local conditions and time conditions,and improve the medical service capacity of sub-centers.
5.Identification of Taste Critical Quality Attribute and Formulation Optimization of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid Based on the Combination of Electronic Tongue and Real Human Senses
Xingyue HUAN ; Zhisheng WU ; Ying LU ; Haiyang LI ; Shuoshuo XU ; Han HE ; Qiatong XIE ; Nan LI ; Jun JIA ; Lu YAO ; Run ZHANG ; Jiafu CHEN ; Xingxing DAI
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(11):3213-3223
Objective To identify the taste critical quality attribute and design and optimize the flavor-correcting formulation of the traditional Chinese medicine oral preparation Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid,in order to improve its taste and enhance patient medication adherence.Methods The taste assignment method was employed to identify the taste critical quality attribute of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid.Based on human sensory evaluation and the standardized Euclidean distance in electronic tongue analysis,suitable types of corrigent were determined.Subsequently,under constraints such as maximum allowable dosage,solubility,and sweetness,the optimal taste formulation for the sugar-free intermediate of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid was determined using Box-Behnken experimental design combined with electronic tongue and human sensory evaluation results.The study was reviewed and approved by the Ethics Committee of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine(Ethics Approval Number 2020BZYLL0609).Results The quantitative score for bitter taste of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid accounted for 30.36%,confirming bitterness as the taste critical quality attribute requiring attention.The optimal taste formulation for the sugar-free intermediate of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid was determined to be 120 mg·mL?1 erythritol,12 mg·mL?1 acesulfame potassium,and 2.4 mg·mL?1 stevioside.This formulation achieved an 11.75-point improvement in sensory evaluation scores compared to the original commercially available oral liquid.Conclusion This study successfully improved the taste of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid and established a comprehensive strategy for flavor-correcting formulation optimization,including a method for identifying taste critical quality attribute.This strategy provides a referential paradigm for palatability enhancement of similar traditional Chinese medicine oral preparations,laying a crucial technical foundation for elevating the clinical value of Chinese herbal medicines and promoting the high-quality development of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM).
6.Comprehensive Evaluation of the Medical Service Capacity of the First Batch of County-Level Medical Subcenters in Guizhou Province
Keren ZHANG ; Juan JIN ; Xing CUI ; Xingyue ZHU ; Xun HE ; Xiaofan YAN
Chinese Health Economics 2025;44(3):89-93
Objective:To comprehensively evaluate the medical service capacity of 50 first batch county medical sub-centers in Guizhou Province,it provides the basis and references for further research on the construction of county medical sub-centers in Guizhou province and improvement of the medical service capacity of township health centers(community health service centers)in Guizhou Province.Methods:Through TOPSIS method,RSR method and the fuzzy combination method,the medical service capacity of the primary medical institutions in the county medical sub-center was evaluated.Results:Among the first batch of 50 county-level secondary medical centers,the top three in terms of medical service capabilities were G18,G6,and G36,while the last three were G27,G15,and G22.Conclusion:There were significant differences in the medical and health service capacity among the 50 sub-centers.It is suggested to continue to increase the support for sub-centers,formulate relevant policies according to local conditions and time conditions,and improve the medical service capacity of sub-centers.
7.Identification of Taste Critical Quality Attribute and Formulation Optimization of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid Based on the Combination of Electronic Tongue and Real Human Senses
Xingyue HUAN ; Zhisheng WU ; Ying LU ; Haiyang LI ; Shuoshuo XU ; Han HE ; Qiatong XIE ; Nan LI ; Jun JIA ; Lu YAO ; Run ZHANG ; Jiafu CHEN ; Xingxing DAI
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;27(11):3213-3223
Objective To identify the taste critical quality attribute and design and optimize the flavor-correcting formulation of the traditional Chinese medicine oral preparation Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid,in order to improve its taste and enhance patient medication adherence.Methods The taste assignment method was employed to identify the taste critical quality attribute of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid.Based on human sensory evaluation and the standardized Euclidean distance in electronic tongue analysis,suitable types of corrigent were determined.Subsequently,under constraints such as maximum allowable dosage,solubility,and sweetness,the optimal taste formulation for the sugar-free intermediate of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid was determined using Box-Behnken experimental design combined with electronic tongue and human sensory evaluation results.The study was reviewed and approved by the Ethics Committee of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine(Ethics Approval Number 2020BZYLL0609).Results The quantitative score for bitter taste of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid accounted for 30.36%,confirming bitterness as the taste critical quality attribute requiring attention.The optimal taste formulation for the sugar-free intermediate of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid was determined to be 120 mg·mL?1 erythritol,12 mg·mL?1 acesulfame potassium,and 2.4 mg·mL?1 stevioside.This formulation achieved an 11.75-point improvement in sensory evaluation scores compared to the original commercially available oral liquid.Conclusion This study successfully improved the taste of Qingre Jiedu Oral Liquid and established a comprehensive strategy for flavor-correcting formulation optimization,including a method for identifying taste critical quality attribute.This strategy provides a referential paradigm for palatability enhancement of similar traditional Chinese medicine oral preparations,laying a crucial technical foundation for elevating the clinical value of Chinese herbal medicines and promoting the high-quality development of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM).
8.Development of a prediction model for ascending aortic dilatation in patients with normally functioning bicuspid aortic valves using LASSO-Logistic regression
Sijing HE ; Ning YAN ; Xue YANG ; Lili WANG ; Xingyue YANG ; Lisha NA
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2025;34(11):967-975
Objective:To identify the risk factors for ascending aortic dilatation and develop a prediction model using LASSO-Logistic regression in patients with normally functioning bicuspid aortic valves(BAV).Methods:Eight-four adult patients with BAV diagnosed as having normal valve function by transthoracic echocardiography who attended to the General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University between June 2024 and April 2025 were prospectively selected,there were 42 patients with ascending aortic dilatation and 42 patients without dilatation.The patients were divided into a training set(60 cases)and a test set(24 cases)using stratified random sampling at a ratio of 7 to 3 via the R caret package. All subjects underwent transthoracic echocardiography,lipid and plasma matrix metalloproteinases(MMP)and tissue inhibitors(TIMP)levels detection. The inverse probability of treatment weighting(IPTW)method was employed to control for potential confounding factors. LASSO and multifactorial binary Logistic regression was applied to screen the independent risk factors for ascending aortic dilatation of BAV and development a nomogram prediction model. The accuracy,consistency and clinical applicability of the prediction model were evaluated by applying the ROC curve,calibration curve,and decision curve analysis(DCA),respectively.Results:①After adjustment for IPTW,LASSO-Logistic regression analysis identified left ventricular global longitudinal strain(LVGLS)and plasma MMP-2 levels as independent risk factors for ascending aortic dilatation in BAV patients with normal valve function.②The nomogram prediction model constructed based on the above screening features,and the area under the curve(AUC)of ROC for the training set and test set were 0.917 and 0.903,with specificities of 0.867 and 0.917,and sensitivities of 0.933 and 0.916,respectively. ③Calibration curves demonstrated satisfactory alignment,with C-indices of 0.908(95% CI=0.879~0.937)for the training set and 0.903(95% CI=0.874 - 0.932)for the test set. Hosmer-Lemeshow goodness-of-fit tests indicated strong consistency between predicted and observed outcomes,with P-values of 0.138 and 0.750 for the training and test sets,respectively.The DCA curve demonstrated that within a threshold probability range of 0.04 - 0.90 in the test set,the clinical decision-making model provided a higher net benefit rate for patients with BAV. Conclusions:LVGLS absolute value reduction and elevated plasma MMP-2 levels are independent risk factors for predicting ascending aortic dilatation in BAV patients with normal valve function. The prediction model based on LASSO-Logistic regression has good predictive value,providing a scientific basis for clinical decision-making in patients with BAV and aortic diseases.
9.Application of vestibular function examination in the analysis of damaged site in patients with acute vestibular neuritis.
Feng HE ; Junliang HAN ; Ya BAI ; Yuanyuan WANG ; Dong WEI ; Ying SHI ; Xingyue AN ; Wei FU
Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2023;37(4):263-267
Objective:To analyze the site of vestibular nerve damaged in patients with acute vestibular neuritis. Methods:Fifty-seven patients with acute vestibular neuritis were recruited, and each patient underwent caloric irrigation test, video head impulse test(vHIT) and vestibular evoked myogenic potentials(VEMPs). The results were further analyzed. Results:Analysis of abnormal rates of different vestibular function tests: the abnormal rate of caloric irrigation test, horizontal semicircular canal vHIT, anterior semicircular canal vHIT, and posterior semicircular canal vHIT were 92.98%, 92.98%, 92.98%, and 52.63%, respectively. The abnormal rate of cervical vestibular evoked myogenic potentials(cVEMP) and ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potentials(oVEMP) were 52.63% and 89.47%. The abnormal rate of caloric irrigation test, horizontal semicircular canal vHIT, anterior semicircular canal vHIT, and oVEMP were significantly higher than posterior semicircular canal vHIT and cVEMP(P<0.01). Combination analysis of different vestibular function tests: there are twenty-six patients(45.61%, superior and inferior vestibular nerve) with abnormal caloric irrigation test, video head impulse test, and VEMPs. There are twenty-five patients(43.86%, superior vestibular nerve) with abnormal caloric irrigation test, horizontal semicircular canal vHIT, anterior semicircular canal vHIT, and oVEMP. There are 4 patients(7.02%, inferior vestibular nerve) with abnormal posterior semicircular canal vHIT and cVEMP. There are two patients(3.51%, ampullary vestibular nerve) with abnormal caloric irrigation test, horizontal semicircular canal vHIT, and anterior semicircular canal vHIT. The rate of superior and inferior vestibular neuritis and superior vestibular neuritis were significantly higher than inferior vestibular neuritis and ampullary vestibular neuritis(P<0.01). Conclusion:Acute vestibular neuritis subtypes can be divided into four categories: superior and inferior vestibular neuritis, superior vestibular neuritis, inferior vestibular neuritis, and ampullary vestibular neuritis. Video head impulse test can accurately assess the site of vestibular nerve damage in patients with acute vestibular neuritis. In addition, vHIT combined with VEMPs can provide objective evidence for the diagnosis of ampullary vestibular neuritis.
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10.Construction of evaluation index system for employment quality for medical graduates
Yan WU ; Yu XIAO ; Wenbo HE ; Xingyue WANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2022;21(3):257-261
Objective:To establish an index system for evaluating the employment quality of medical students in universities.Methods:Literature review and expert consultation methods were used to formulate preliminary evaluation indicators. Nine experts were selected to conduct three rounds of correspondence through Delphi method, and the indicators and the weights of the first, second and third levels were determined. Excel 2016 and SPSS 22.0 were used to make data entry and analysis.Results:The effective recovery rate of the questionnaire was 100.0%, the average expert authority coefficient was 0.749(>0.700), and the expert coordination coefficients were 0.228 and 0.212 ( P<0.001). Finally, an evaluation index system for the employment quality of medical students in universities was constructed, which was composed of 5 first-level indicators, 31 second-level indicators and 66 third-level indicators. Among them, the weights of the first-level indicators were 0.283, 0.250, 0.200, 0.108 and 0.158, respectively. Conclusion:The employment quality evaluation index system for medical students constructed in this study is systematic, comprehensive and multi-dimensional, which can provide a reference for the evaluation on medical graduate employment quality, and its scientificity and practicability need to be further explored in empirical research.

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