1.Mesenchymal stromal cell-derived extracellular vesicles alleviate immune checkpoint inhibitor-related pneumonitis by regulating macrophage inflammasome activation
XIAO Shuyan1,2 ; XUE Fengyuan1 ; JI Yinmin3 ; LYU Yahui1 ; DONG Yi1,2 ; HU Yi2,3
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2026;33(5):521-527
[摘 要] 目的:探讨间充质基质细胞来源细胞外囊泡(MSC-EV)对小鼠免疫检查点抑制剂相关肺炎(CIP)模型的改善作用及分子机制。方法:选取Foxp3DTR小鼠,皮下接种MC38小鼠结肠癌细胞,待肿瘤生长至可触及后,随机分为3组(每组n = 6):①对照组;②CIP模型组[接种MC38细胞后腹腔注射白喉毒素(DT)及anti-PD-1抗体,构建Treg细胞耗竭联合anti-PD-1抗体诱导的小鼠CIP模型];③MSC-EV干预组(CIP模型基础上,经鼻滴注MSC-EV干预,剂量109个/只,每3天1次,共2次)。体内实验采用H-E染色观察肺组织病理损伤,测定肺干湿比评估肺水肿程度,ELISA检测支气管肺泡灌洗液(BALF)中IL-1β、IL-6及TNF-α水平,流式细胞术检测BALF中Ly6G⁺粒细胞浸润比例,监测肿瘤体积评价抗肿瘤疗效。体外实验采用DiO荧光标记观察细胞外囊泡(EV)被骨髓来源巨噬细胞摄取的情况,WB法检测NOD样受体家族含Pyrin域蛋白3(NLRP3)炎症小体关键蛋白(剪切型GSDMD、成熟型IL-1β)的表达水平。结合GEO数据库miRNA测序数据(GSE69909)、Dicer敲低及miR-21/miR-125抑制剂干预揭示潜在机制。结果:MSC-EV经鼻滴注可减轻CIP模型小鼠肺部炎症损伤,降低BALF中IL-1β、IL-6、TNF-α水平及Ly6G⁺粒细胞浸润比例(P < 0.05),且不削弱anti-PD-1抗体的抗肿瘤疗效。体外DiO标记示踪显示MSC-EV可被巨噬细胞摄取,WB法检测结果显示,MSC-EV可降低NLRP3炎症小体关键活化蛋白(剪切型GSDMD、成熟型IL-1β)水平(P < 0.05)。体外实验中,Dicer敲低后制备的MSC-EV 对巨噬细胞IL-1β的下调作用减弱(P < 0.05)。miRNA测序显示miR-21、miR-125在MSC-EV中高表达,抑制miR-21或miR-125后,相应MSC-EV对巨噬细胞IL-1β剪切的抑制作用降低(P < 0.05)。结论:MSC-EV通过其携带的miR-21和miR-125等miRNA发挥抗炎效应,其机制可能与抑制巨噬细胞NLRP3炎症小体活化有关,可有效改善CIP且不影响免疫检查点抑制剂的抗肿瘤疗效。
2.Evolution and genetic variation of HA and NA genes of H1N1 influenza virus in Shanghai, 2024
Lufang JIANG ; Wei CHU ; Xuefei QIAO ; Pan SUN ; Senmiao DENG ; Yuxi WANG ; Xue ZHAO ; Jiasheng XIONG ; Xihong LYU ; Linjuan DONG ; Yaxu ZHENG ; Yinzi CHEN ; Chenyan JIANG ; Chenglong XIONG ; Jian CHEN
Shanghai Journal of Preventive Medicine 2025;37(9):719-724
ObjectiveTo analyze the evolutionary characteristics and genetic variations of the HA (hemagglutinin) and NA (neuraminidase) genes of influenza A(H1N1) viruses in Shanghai during 2024, to investigate their transmission patterns, and to evaluate their potential impact on vaccine effectiveness. MethodsFrom January to October 2024, throat swab specimens were collected from influenza like illness (ILI) patients at 4 hospitals in Shanghai. Real-time fluorescence ploymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) was used for virus detection and isolation of H1N1 influenza viruses. Forty influenza A(H1N1) virus strains were sequenced using Illumina NovaSeq 6000 platform, followed by phylogenetic analyses, genetic distance analysis, and amino acid variation analyses of HA and NA genes. ResultsPhylogenetic tree of the HA and NA genes revealed that the 40 influenza A(H1N1) virus strains circulating in Shanghai in 2024 exhibited no significant geographic clustering, with a broad origin of strains and complex transmission chains. Genetic distance analyses demonstrated that the average intra-group genetic distances of HA and NA genes among the Shanghai strains were 0.005 1±0.000 6 and 0.004 6±0.000 6, respectively, which were comparable to or higher than those observed in global surveillance strains. Both HA and NA genes displayed frequent mutations. Compared to the 2023‒2024 and 2024‒2025 Northern Hemisphere A(H1N1) vaccine strains (WHO-recommended), the HA proteins of 40 Shanghai strains exhibited amino acid substitutions at positions 120, 137, 142, 169, 216, 223, 260, 277, 356 and 451, with critical mutations at positions 137 and 142 located within the Ca2 antigenic determinant. Furthermore, mutations in the NA protein were observed at positions 13, 50, 200, 257, 264, 339 and 382. ConclusionThe genetic background of the 2024 Shanghai influenza A(H1N1) virus strains is complex and diverse, and antigenic variation may affect vaccine effectiveness. Therefore, it is recommended to enhance genomic surveillance of influenza viruses, evaluate vaccine suitability, and implement more targeted prevention and control strategies against imported influenza viruses.
3.Efficacy and safety of tegoprazan (LXI-15028) vs. esomeprazole in patients with erosive esophagitis: A multicenter, randomized, doubleblind, non-inferiority phase Ⅲ trial
Huiyun ZHU ; Qian XUE ; Yingxiao SONG ; Zhenyu ZHANG ; Xing LI ; Shengxiang LYU ; Qiang ZHAN ; Fei LIU ; Lungen LU ; Liang ZHONG ; Weixing CHEN ; Dong SHAO ; Yanbing DING ; Deliang LIU ; Xiaozhong YANG ; Zhiming HUANG ; Zhaoshen LI ; Yiqi DU
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(19):2464-2471
Background::An evidence gap still exists regarding the efficacy and safety of tegoprazan in patients with erosive esophagitis (EE) in China. This study aimed to verify the efficacy and safety of tegoprazan vs. esomeprazole in patients with EE in China. Methods::This study was a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel, active-controlled, non-inferiority phase III trial of patients with EE randomized 1:1 to tegoprazan 50 mg/day vs. esomeprazole 40 mg/day. This study was conducted in 32 sites between October 24, 2018 and October 18, 2019. The primary endpoint was the cumulative endoscopic healing rate at week 8. The secondary endpoint included endoscopic healing rate at week 4, changes in the reflux disease questionnaire (RDQ) and gastroesophageal reflux disease health-related quality of life (GERD-HRQL) scores, and symptom improvement. Results::A total of 261 patients were randomized: 132 to the tegoprazan group and 129 to the esomeprazole group. The cumulative endoscopic healing rate at 8 weeks in the tegoprazan group was non-inferior to that of the esomeprazole group (91.1% vs. 92.8%, difference: -1.7%, 95% confidence interval [CI]: -8.5%, 5.0%, P = 0.008). There were no statistically significant differences in the changes in RDQ (total, severity, and frequency) and GERD-HRQL scores between the two groups (all P >0.05). The percentages of days without symptoms, including daytime and nighttime symptoms based on patients' diaries, were similar between the two groups (all P >0.05). In the tegoprazan and esomeprazole groups, 71.5% (93/130) and 61.7% (79/128) of the participants reported adverse events (AEs), 2.3% and 0 experienced serious AEs, while 70.0% and 60.2% had treatment-emergent AEs, respectively. Conclusion::Tegoprazan 50 mg/day demonstrated non-inferior efficacy in healing EE, symptom improvement, and quality of life, and it has similar tolerability compared with esomeprazole 40 mg/day.
4.Clinical characteristics and gene mutation analysis of 4 cases of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy presenting with adrenal insufficiency as the initial manifestation
Huijin ZHANG ; Yongzhuo YU ; Lili XU ; Yu XUE ; Zhongchao WANG ; Yunyang WANG ; Wenshan LYU ; Yangang WANG ; Bingzi DONG
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(5):424-429
X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy(X-ALD) is an inherited progressive neurometabolic disorder caused by mutations in the ATP-binding cassette subfamily D member 1(ABCD1) gene. The encoded ALD protein dysfunction leads to the accumulation of very-long-chain fatty acids(VLCFA). X-ALD is classified according to its clinical characteristics into childhood cerebral ALD, adolescent cerebral ALD, adult cerebral ALD, adrenomyeloneuropathy(AMN), pure adrenocortical insufficiency, and an asymptomatic phenotype, all of which can present with a variety of neurologic manifestations. In this study, we retrospectively analyzed the clinical manifestations, laboratory findings, genetic test results, and follow-up data of four patients with X-ALD, and investigated the clinical features and pathogenicity of the identified gene mutations. All four patients initially presented with adrenocortical insufficiency(Addison′s disease) and received glucocorticoid replacement therapy. Subsequently, all developed neurologic signs and symptoms with rapid progression. The final diagnosis was confirmed based on elevated VLCFA levels, brain magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) findings, and genetic analysis. Notably, a deletion mutation in Exon 10 of the ABCD1 gene was identified in one case for the first time. We report four cases of X-ALD presenting with adrenocortical insufficiency as the initial symptom, and briefly review the relevant literature to analyze the relationship between linical phenotypes and genetic loci, aiming to provide a reference for early diagnosis and treatment of the disease, and to reduce the risk of misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis.
5.Guideline for Adult Weight Management in China
Weiqing WANG ; Qin WAN ; Jianhua MA ; Guang WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Yongquan SHI ; Tingjun YE ; Xiaoguang SHI ; Jian KUANG ; Bo FENG ; Xiuyan FENG ; Guang NING ; Yiming MU ; Hongyu KUANG ; Xiaoping XING ; Chunli PIAO ; Xingbo CHENG ; Zhifeng CHENG ; Yufang BI ; Yan BI ; Wenshan LYU ; Dalong ZHU ; Cuiyan ZHU ; Wei ZHU ; Fei HUA ; Fei XIANG ; Shuang YAN ; Zilin SUN ; Yadong SUN ; Liqin SUN ; Luying SUN ; Li YAN ; Yanbing LI ; Hong LI ; Shu LI ; Ling LI ; Yiming LI ; Chenzhong LI ; Hua YANG ; Jinkui YANG ; Ling YANG ; Ying YANG ; Tao YANG ; Xiao YANG ; Xinhua XIAO ; Dan WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Lanjie HE ; Wei GU ; Jie SHEN ; Yongfeng SONG ; Qiao ZHANG ; Hong ZHANG ; Yuwei ZHANG ; Junqing ZHANG ; Xianfeng ZHANG ; Miao ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Yingli LU ; Hong CHEN ; Li CHEN ; Bing CHEN ; Shihong CHEN ; Guiyan CHEN ; Haibing CHEN ; Lei CHEN ; Yanyan CHEN ; Genben CHEN ; Yikun ZHOU ; Xianghai ZHOU ; Qiang ZHOU ; Jiaqiang ZHOU ; Hongting ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Jiajun ZHAO ; Dong ZHAO ; Ji HU ; Jiang HU ; Xinguo HOU ; Bimin SHI ; Tianpei HONG ; Mingxia YUAN ; Weibo XIA ; Xuejiang GU ; Yong XU ; Shuguang PANG ; Tianshu GAO ; Zuhua GAO ; Xiaohui GUO ; Hongyi CAO ; Mingfeng CAO ; Xiaopei CAO ; Jing MA ; Bin LU ; Zhen LIANG ; Jun LIANG ; Min LONG ; Yongde PENG ; Jin LU ; Hongyun LU ; Yan LU ; Chunping ZENG ; Binhong WEN ; Xueyong LOU ; Qingbo GUAN ; Lin LIAO ; Xin LIAO ; Ping XIONG ; Yaoming XUE
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(11):891-907
Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.
6.Clinical characteristics and gene mutation analysis of 4 cases of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy presenting with adrenal insufficiency as the initial manifestation
Huijin ZHANG ; Yongzhuo YU ; Lili XU ; Yu XUE ; Zhongchao WANG ; Yunyang WANG ; Wenshan LYU ; Yangang WANG ; Bingzi DONG
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(5):424-429
X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy(X-ALD) is an inherited progressive neurometabolic disorder caused by mutations in the ATP-binding cassette subfamily D member 1(ABCD1) gene. The encoded ALD protein dysfunction leads to the accumulation of very-long-chain fatty acids(VLCFA). X-ALD is classified according to its clinical characteristics into childhood cerebral ALD, adolescent cerebral ALD, adult cerebral ALD, adrenomyeloneuropathy(AMN), pure adrenocortical insufficiency, and an asymptomatic phenotype, all of which can present with a variety of neurologic manifestations. In this study, we retrospectively analyzed the clinical manifestations, laboratory findings, genetic test results, and follow-up data of four patients with X-ALD, and investigated the clinical features and pathogenicity of the identified gene mutations. All four patients initially presented with adrenocortical insufficiency(Addison′s disease) and received glucocorticoid replacement therapy. Subsequently, all developed neurologic signs and symptoms with rapid progression. The final diagnosis was confirmed based on elevated VLCFA levels, brain magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) findings, and genetic analysis. Notably, a deletion mutation in Exon 10 of the ABCD1 gene was identified in one case for the first time. We report four cases of X-ALD presenting with adrenocortical insufficiency as the initial symptom, and briefly review the relevant literature to analyze the relationship between linical phenotypes and genetic loci, aiming to provide a reference for early diagnosis and treatment of the disease, and to reduce the risk of misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis.
7.Guideline for Adult Weight Management in China
Weiqing WANG ; Qin WAN ; Jianhua MA ; Guang WANG ; Yufan WANG ; Guixia WANG ; Yongquan SHI ; Tingjun YE ; Xiaoguang SHI ; Jian KUANG ; Bo FENG ; Xiuyan FENG ; Guang NING ; Yiming MU ; Hongyu KUANG ; Xiaoping XING ; Chunli PIAO ; Xingbo CHENG ; Zhifeng CHENG ; Yufang BI ; Yan BI ; Wenshan LYU ; Dalong ZHU ; Cuiyan ZHU ; Wei ZHU ; Fei HUA ; Fei XIANG ; Shuang YAN ; Zilin SUN ; Yadong SUN ; Liqin SUN ; Luying SUN ; Li YAN ; Yanbing LI ; Hong LI ; Shu LI ; Ling LI ; Yiming LI ; Chenzhong LI ; Hua YANG ; Jinkui YANG ; Ling YANG ; Ying YANG ; Tao YANG ; Xiao YANG ; Xinhua XIAO ; Dan WU ; Jinsong KUANG ; Lanjie HE ; Wei GU ; Jie SHEN ; Yongfeng SONG ; Qiao ZHANG ; Hong ZHANG ; Yuwei ZHANG ; Junqing ZHANG ; Xianfeng ZHANG ; Miao ZHANG ; Yifei ZHANG ; Yingli LU ; Hong CHEN ; Li CHEN ; Bing CHEN ; Shihong CHEN ; Guiyan CHEN ; Haibing CHEN ; Lei CHEN ; Yanyan CHEN ; Genben CHEN ; Yikun ZHOU ; Xianghai ZHOU ; Qiang ZHOU ; Jiaqiang ZHOU ; Hongting ZHENG ; Zhongyan SHAN ; Jiajun ZHAO ; Dong ZHAO ; Ji HU ; Jiang HU ; Xinguo HOU ; Bimin SHI ; Tianpei HONG ; Mingxia YUAN ; Weibo XIA ; Xuejiang GU ; Yong XU ; Shuguang PANG ; Tianshu GAO ; Zuhua GAO ; Xiaohui GUO ; Hongyi CAO ; Mingfeng CAO ; Xiaopei CAO ; Jing MA ; Bin LU ; Zhen LIANG ; Jun LIANG ; Min LONG ; Yongde PENG ; Jin LU ; Hongyun LU ; Yan LU ; Chunping ZENG ; Binhong WEN ; Xueyong LOU ; Qingbo GUAN ; Lin LIAO ; Xin LIAO ; Ping XIONG ; Yaoming XUE
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2025;41(11):891-907
Body weight abnormalities, including overweight, obesity, and underweight, have become a dual public health challenge in Chinese adults: overweight and obesity lead to a variety of chronic complications, while underweight increases the risks of malnutrition, sarcopenia, and organ dysfunction. To systematically address these issues, multidisciplinary experts in endocrinology, sports science, nutrition, and psychiatry from various regions have held multiple weight management seminars. Based on the latest epidemiological data and clinical evidence, they expanded the guideline to include assessment and intervention strategies for underweight, in addition to the core content of obesity management. This guideline outlines the etiological mechanisms, evaluation methods, and multidimensional management strategies for overweight and obesity, covering key areas such as diagnosis and assessment, medical nutrition therapy, exercise prescription, pharmacological intervention, and psychological support. It is intended to provide a scientific and standardized approach to weight management across the adult population, aiming to curb the rising prevalence of obesity, mitigate complications associated with abnormal body weight, and improve nutritional status and overall quality of life.
8.Efficacy and safety of tegoprazan (LXI-15028) vs. esomeprazole in patients with erosive esophagitis: A multicenter, randomized, doubleblind, non-inferiority phase Ⅲ trial
Huiyun ZHU ; Qian XUE ; Yingxiao SONG ; Zhenyu ZHANG ; Xing LI ; Shengxiang LYU ; Qiang ZHAN ; Fei LIU ; Lungen LU ; Liang ZHONG ; Weixing CHEN ; Dong SHAO ; Yanbing DING ; Deliang LIU ; Xiaozhong YANG ; Zhiming HUANG ; Zhaoshen LI ; Yiqi DU
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(19):2464-2471
Background::An evidence gap still exists regarding the efficacy and safety of tegoprazan in patients with erosive esophagitis (EE) in China. This study aimed to verify the efficacy and safety of tegoprazan vs. esomeprazole in patients with EE in China. Methods::This study was a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, parallel, active-controlled, non-inferiority phase III trial of patients with EE randomized 1:1 to tegoprazan 50 mg/day vs. esomeprazole 40 mg/day. This study was conducted in 32 sites between October 24, 2018 and October 18, 2019. The primary endpoint was the cumulative endoscopic healing rate at week 8. The secondary endpoint included endoscopic healing rate at week 4, changes in the reflux disease questionnaire (RDQ) and gastroesophageal reflux disease health-related quality of life (GERD-HRQL) scores, and symptom improvement. Results::A total of 261 patients were randomized: 132 to the tegoprazan group and 129 to the esomeprazole group. The cumulative endoscopic healing rate at 8 weeks in the tegoprazan group was non-inferior to that of the esomeprazole group (91.1% vs. 92.8%, difference: -1.7%, 95% confidence interval [CI]: -8.5%, 5.0%, P = 0.008). There were no statistically significant differences in the changes in RDQ (total, severity, and frequency) and GERD-HRQL scores between the two groups (all P >0.05). The percentages of days without symptoms, including daytime and nighttime symptoms based on patients' diaries, were similar between the two groups (all P >0.05). In the tegoprazan and esomeprazole groups, 71.5% (93/130) and 61.7% (79/128) of the participants reported adverse events (AEs), 2.3% and 0 experienced serious AEs, while 70.0% and 60.2% had treatment-emergent AEs, respectively. Conclusion::Tegoprazan 50 mg/day demonstrated non-inferior efficacy in healing EE, symptom improvement, and quality of life, and it has similar tolerability compared with esomeprazole 40 mg/day.
9.Morphological study on projections of tyrosine hydroxylase positive neurons in locus coeruleus to paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus in mice
Pengxin ZHANG ; Hui ZHU ; Fei PENG ; Peiyuan LYU ; Huijie FENG ; Meiqi XUE ; Yijia XUE ; Yulin DONG
Chinese Journal of Neuroanatomy 2024;40(4):405-412
Objective:To observe the projections from tyrosine hydroxylase(TH)positive neurons in locus coerule-us(LC)to tachykinin-1(TAC1)neurons in paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus(PVT),and morphologically determine whether they are involved in transmission and modulation of nociceptive information.Methods:TAC1-ires-Cre mice were hybridized with Rosa26:CAG-LSL-tdTomato(Ai9)mice.And spared nerve injury(SNI)induced neu-ropathic pain model was established with TAC1-ires-Cre::Ai9 mice to observe the colocalization of TAC1 and Fos and the close appositions between TAC1/FOS double-labeled neurons and TH positive axonal terminals.The distribution of the TH positive neurons and FG retrogradely labeled neurons were observed in the LC after Fluorogold(FG)was injec-ted into the PVT.Finally,the coexistences of TH positive neurons and RV labeled neurons in the LC were observed after injection of RV-mediated retrograde tracing system.Results:TAC1 positive neurons were shown with red fluores-cence in TAC1-ires-Cre::Ai9 mice.TAC1/FOS double-labeled neurons were found in the PVT of the SNI model.Some TAC1/FOS double labeled neurons made close appositions with TH positive axonal terminals.FG retrogradely labeled neurons were observed in the LC after FG injected into the PVT,and some of the FG labeled neurons coexisted with TH positive neurons.Using RV retrograde transsynaptic tracing virus,the results showed that presynaptic neurons of TAC1 positive neurons in the PVT were found in the LC,and most of the presynaptic neurons were TH positive neu-rons.Conclusion:TH positive neurons in the LC project to TAC1 positive neurons of the PVT,forming LCTH+-PVTTAC1+neural circuit,which were activated by nociceptive information.It demonstrates that this pathway plays a role in pain transmission or regulation.
10.Radix Angelica Sinensis and Radix Astragalus ultrafiltration extract improves radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis in rats by regulating NLRP3/caspase-1/GSDMD pyroptosis pathway
Chun-Zhen REN ; Jian-Fang YUAN ; Chun-Ling WANG ; Xiao-Dong ZHI ; Qi-Li ZHANG ; Qi-Lin CHEN ; Xin-Fang LYU ; Xiang GAO ; Xue WU ; Xin-Ke ZHAO ; Ying-Dong LI
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2024;40(11):2124-2131
Aim To investigate the mechanism of py-roptosis mediated by the NLRP3/caspase-1/GSDMD signaling pathway and the intervention effect of Radix Angelica Sinensis and Radix Astragalus ultrafiltration extract(RAS-RA)in radiation-induced pulmonary fi-brosis.Methods Fifty Wistar rats were randomly di-vided into five groups,with ten rats in each group.Ex-cept for the blank control group,all other groups of rats were anesthetized and received a single dose of 40 Gy X-ray local chest radiation to establish a radiation-in-duced pulmonary fibrosis rat model.After radiation,the rats in the RAS-RA intervention groups were orally administered doses of 0.12,0.24 and 0.48 g·kg-1 once a day for 30 days.The average weight and lung index of the rats were observed after 30 days of contin-uous administration.Hydroxyproline(HYP)content in lung tissue was determined by hydrolysis method.The levels of IL-18 and IL-1 β in serum were detected by ELISA.Lung tissue pathological changes were ob-served by HE and Masson staining.Ultrastructural changes in lung tissue were observed by transmission e-lectron microscopy.The expression levels of NLRP3/caspase-1/GSDMD pyroptosis pathway-related proteins and fibrosis-related proteins in lung tissue were detec-ted by Western blot.Results Compared with the blank group,the HYP content in lung tissue and the levels of IL-18 and IL-1 β in serum significantly in-creased in the model group(P<0.01).HE and Mas-son staining showed inflammatory cell infiltration and collagen fiber deposition.Transmission electron mi-croscopy revealed increased damaged mitochondria,disordered arrangement,irregular morphology,shallow matrix,outer membrane rupture,mostly fractured and shortened cristae,mild expansion,increased electron density of individual mitochondrial matrix,mild sparse structure of lamellar bodies,partial disorder,unclear organelles,and characteristic changes of pyroptosis.Western blot analysis showed increased expression of caspase-1,GSDMD,NLRP3,CoL-Ⅰ,α-SMA,and CoL-Ⅲ proteins(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,the RAS-RA intervention group showed signifi-cant improvement in body mass index and lung index of rats,decreased levels of IL-18 and IL-1 β inflammatory factors(P<0.01),improved mitochondrial structure,reduced degree of fibrosis,and decreased expression of caspase-1,GSDMD,NLRP3,COL-Ⅰ,COL-Ⅲ,and α-SMA proteins in lung tissue(P<0.01).Conclusion RAS-RA has an inhibitory effect on radiation-in-duced pulmonary fibrosis,and its mechanism may be related to the inhibition of pyroptosis through the regu-lation of the NLRP3/caspase-1/GSDMD signaling pathway.

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