1.Curcumin-loaded exosomes from hypoxia-treated mesenchymal stem cells alleviate microglial inflammatory response in a combined therapy approach
Xiaobin HUANG ; Qianqian LI ; Peng ZHANG ; Yanhua ZHOU ; Anran FAN
Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Anhui 2026;61(1):104-112
ObjectiveTo investigate the effects of hypoxia-treated mesenchymal stem cell (MSCs) exosomes (Exo) and their loading with curcumin on microglial inflammatory responses, and to explore the enhancing effect of hypoxia treatment on the function of MSCs Exo. MethodsThe supernatants of human umbilical cord (hUC)-MSCs cultured under normal and hypoxic conditions were collected, and Exo were isolated using ultracentrifugation. After identification by transmission electron microscopy and Western blot, curcumin was loaded using the co-incubation method. The lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced microglial inflammation model was treated with dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), curcumin, normoxia Exo, hypoxia Exo, normoxic Exo loaded with curcumin, and hypoxic Exo loaded with curcumin, respectively. The expression of the M1-type marker inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) in BV2 cells was detected by immunofluorescence (IF). Western blot and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) were used to measure the expression and secretion levels of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and IL-6 in the cells and their culture supernatants. ResultsNormoxia Exo, hypoxia Exo, normoxic Exo loaded with curcumin, and hypoxic Exo loaded with curcumin exhibited a "saucer-like" shape with a diameter ranging from 30~150 nm, and the expression of exosomal markers CD9, CD81, and TSG101 were positive. After treating the BV2 cell inflammation model, IF results showed that, compared with the normoxia Exo group, treatment with hypoxic Exo significantly reduced the expression of iNOS. Moreover, when compared with the curcumin group and the normoxic Exo loaded with curcumin group, the expression level of iNOS significantly decreased after treatment with hypoxic Exo loaded with curcumin. The results of Western blot and ELISA indicated that, in comparison with the normoxia Exo group, treatment with hypoxic Exo significantly reduced the expression and secretion of the inflammatory cytokines TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6. Additionally, when compared with the curcumin group and the normoxic Exo loaded with curcumin group, both the expression and secretion of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 significantly decreased after treatment with hypoxic Exo loaded with curcumin. ConclusionHypoxia preconditioning can enhance the ability of hUC-MSCs-Exo in the inhibition of microglial polarization and inflammatory factors’ secretion. Additionally, using Hypoxia-MSCs-Exo as a drug-delivery carrier of curcumin can improve its solubility and stability, facilitating its absorption by cells and exerting the therapeutic effect of combination therapy.
2.Effect of rehabilitation robot training on abdominal muscle thickness and balance ability in children with hemiplegia
Yanhua LIANG ; Tong ZHANG ; Qi ZHANG ; Tiantian ZHOU ; Yanqing ZHANG ; Qing YUE ; Sijia LI
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2026;32(8):927-937
ObjectiveTo observe the effect of rehabilitation robot training on abdominal muscles thickness and balance ability in children with hemiplegia. MethodsFrom October, 2024 to December, 2025, 58 children with hemiplegia were admitted to Beijing Bo'ai Hospital and randomly divided into control group (n = 29) and experimental group (n = 29). Both groups received conventional rehabilitation treatment, and the experimental group received rehabilitation robot training in addition, for four weeks. The thickness of bilateral external oblique, internal oblique and transversus abdominis, Berg Balance Scale (BBS) score, the time of Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT), the center of pressure (COP) ellipse area, and self-selected walking speed (SWS) and maximum walking speed (MWS) of 10-meter walk test were compared before and after training. ResultsThree cases dropped out in each group. After training, the thickness of the external oblique, internal oblique and transverse abdominis on the hemiplegic side increased significantly in the experimental group (|t| > 7.280, P < 0.001, Cohen's d = 1.43~2.01), and was better in the experimental group than in the control group (|t| > 2.895, P < 0.01, Cohen's d = 0.80~1.60); the BBS score increased in both groups (|t| > 6.667, P < 0.001, Cohen's d = 1.30~4.06), and was better in the experimental group than in the control group (t = -2.721, P < 0.01, Cohen's d = 0.75). The time of TUGT decreased in both groups (t > 5.790, P < 0.001, Cohen's d = 1.14~2.68), and was better in the experimental group than in the control group (t = 2.290, P < 0.05, Cohen's d = 0.63). The SWS and MWS increased in both groups (|Z| > 2.910, P < 0.01, r = 0.40~0.68), and were better in the experimental group than in the control group (|Z| > 2.912, P < 0.05, r = 0.40~0.45), and the differences remained significant after correction. ConclusionRehabilitation robot training can improve the thickness of external oblique, the internal oblique and transversus abdominis muscles on the hemiplegic side in children with hemiplegia, and improve their balance and walking functions.
3.Analysis and prevention strategies for abnormal blood waste events in blood collection and supply processes
Kaiqiang LIU ; Huayou DAI ; Minyu HUA ; Tingting HU ; Weifei QIN ; Jixia ZHOU ; Xiaojing LIU ; Huaying CAI ; Chenghui LUO ; Shoubing ZHU ; Yanhua SHI ; Xi DENG ; Xia HUANG
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2026;39(8):1061-1066
Objective: To analyze the characteristics and key risk factors of abnormal blood disposal throughout the 2024-2025 blood collection and supply process based on nationwide multi-site monitoring data, develop a comprehensive prevention and control strategy across the entire chain, reduce preventable blood waste, and ensure clinical blood safety. Methods: According to the Guidelines for Haemovigilance (T/CSBT 001-2026), we extracted 74 cases of abnormal blood disposal events reported by the China Blood Transfusion Association′s Blood Safety Monitoring System from January 1 2024, to December 31 2025, and conducted descriptive statistical analysis on the distribution of events, types of deviations, root causes, and classifications of disposal manifestations. Results: A total of 664 adverse events related to blood collection and supply were reported over two years, with 74 cases involving discarded abnormal blood units, accounting for 11.1% of the total. Among these, blood component preparation (40.5%) and blood collection (37.8%) remained traditional high-risk stages. The proportion of blood waste occurring during storage, distribution, and transportation increased from 7.7% in 2024 to 34.3% in 2025. Deviations from standard operating procedures (SOP) by personnel were the primary cause, accounting for 74.3% of cases. Discarded blood units were categorized into four types: compromised closed blood bag systems (40 cases), mainly due to inadequate heat sealing, physical damage, or dropped bags; blood out of the cold chain (12 cases), primarily resulting from blood being left at work sites; imbalanced proportion of preservation solution (10 cases), mostly caused by blood collection volumes exceeding the standard capacity of blood bags; and other causes (12 cases). Conclusion: Human operational errors are the core cause of abnormal blood waste. The collection and preparation stages have long been at high-risk, and the risks in the storage and transportation stages have been increasing year by year. We should focus on standardizing personnel management, improving specialized operation norms such as heat sealing, transportation, and storage, establishing a full-process intelligent cold chain monitoring and multi-node visual verification mechanism, and systematically reducing the occurrence rate of abnormal blood waste through a closed-loop quality intervention system, thereby improving the utilization efficiency of voluntary blood donation resources.
4.Application of gene-editing technique in large experimental animals
Chaonan LIU ; Lihong YAN ; Jing WANG ; Yanhua SHEN ; Mingming PAN ; Zhengyu ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(2):175-180
Recent rapid developments in molecular biological techniques have allowed the use of gene editing,as a means of genome modification,for the establishment of experimental animal models,with high efficiency,accuracy,and flexibility.This article mainly summarizes the construction and application of the latest gene-editing techniques in animal models,including pigs,non-human primates and dogs.It provides a theoretical reference for the application and in-depth study of gene-editing techniques in large experimental animals,which may better simulate human diseases,and for further studies of the potential pathogenesis of biomedical and human complex diseases.
5.Analysis of myopia detection rate and influencing factors among primary and secondary school students in Hunan Province in 2022
Shujuan XIAO ; Miyang LUO ; Zhihang HUANG ; Yang ZHOU ; Fei WANG ; Yaqing TAN ; Yanhua CHEN
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2025;46(6):1014-1022
Objective:To determine the detection rate of myopia among primary and secondary school students in Hunan Province in 2022 and to analyze the influencing factors at both the school and individual levels, thereby providing a scientific basis for developing myopia prevention and control strategies.Methods:From October to November 2022, a multi-stage stratified cluster random sampling method was employed to select students from Year 4 of primary school to Year 3 of senior high school across 14 prefecture-level (autonomous prefecture) cities in Hunan Province for vision screening and questionnaire surveys. A multilevel regression model was utilized to analyze the influencing factors of myopia at both the school and individual levels.Results:A total of 189 343 primary and secondary school students were included in this study. The overall myopia detection rate was 55.56%, with a significantly higher prevalence observed in female students (60.49%) compared to males (51.03%) and in urban students (59.12%) versus those from rural areas (53.50%). A marked upward trend in myopia prevalence was identified with advancing grade levels (trend test χ2=16 246.13, P<0.001). Multilevel regression analysis revealed that at the individual level, female gender, higher grade level, parental myopia history, daily homework duration ≥2 hours after school, improper reading/writing postures, and taking breaks only after more than 15 minutes of near work were associated with an increased risk of myopia. Conversely, adequate sleep duration, outdoor activity ≥2 hours, and outdoor breaks during recess demonstrated protective effects. At the school level, non-compliant blackboard illumination uniformity emerged as a significant risk factor for myopia development. Conclusions:The detection rate of myopia among primary and secondary school students in Hunan Province remains relatively high and is associated with multiple factors at both the school and individual levels. Targeted interventions should be implemented at different levels to mitigate the risk of myopia.
6.Effect of PLD1 on mitochondrial function in the lung of bronchopulmonary dysplasia model mice
Lyu JIN ; Xuhua GU ; Yanhua ZHOU ; Zhen WANG
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(10):48-58
Objective To investigate mitochondrial function mediated by phospholipase D1(PLD1)in the lungs of mice with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.Methods Wild-type(WT)and PLD1 knockout(PLD1-KO)newborn mice were assigned to four groups:normoxic+WT,normoxic+PLD1-KO,hyperoxic+WT,and hyperoxic+PLD1-KO,with nine mice in each group.Mice in the hyperoxia groups were exposed to hyperoxia(85% O2)for 14 days.Mice in the normoxic groups were exposed to normoxic conditions(21% O2)for 14 days.On the 14th day,the levels of oxidative stress,apoptosis,and fibrosis in lungs were evaluated using commercial kits for malondialdehyde(MDA)and superoxide dismutase(SOD),Western blot for BAX,BCL-2,and Cleaved Caspase-3,and immunohistochemistry for α-SMA and AIF.The following MLE-12 cell groups were prepared,normoxic+si-NC,hyperoxic+si-NC,normoxic+si-PLD1,and hyperoxic+si-PLD1.After transient transfection,the cells were exposed to normoxia or hyperoxia for 24 h.Mitochondrial reactive oxygen species(mtROS)and function were measured using MitoSOX Red and the hippocampus mitochondrial stress test.Results The levels of α-SMA and AIF staining,MDA,Cleaved Caspase 3,and BAX in lung tissue were significantly increased in the hyperoxic groups compared with the normoxic groups(P<0.05),while SOD activity and BCL-2 levels were significantly decreased(P<0.05).α-SMA and AIF staining,and the abundance of Cleaved Caspase-3 and BAX in lung tissue were lower in the hyperoxia+PLD1-KO group than in the hyperoxia+WT group(P<0.05),while SOD activity and BCL-2 abundance were higher in the hyperoxia+PLD1-KO group than in the hyperoxia+WT group(P<0.05).The level of AIF in MLE-12 cell mitochondria in the hyperoxic groups was significantly lower than that in the normoxic groups(P<0.05);however,the level of AIF was increased significantly in the cytoplasm of the hyperoxic groups compared with the normoxic groups(P<0.05).The level of AIF in MLE-12 cell mitochondria in the hyperoxic+si-PLD1 group was significantly increased compared with that in the hyperoxic+si-NC group(P<0.05).The abundance of mtROS in hyperoxia MLE-12 cell groups was higher than that in the normoxia groups(P<0.05),and the abundance of mtROS in the hyperoxia+si-PLD1 group was lower than that in the hyperoxia+si-NC group(P<0.05).Compared with the normoxic+si-NC group,basic respiration,ATP production,maximum respiration,and spare respiratory capacity was significantly decreased in the hyperoxic+si-NC group(P<0.05).Compared with the hyperoxic+si-NC group,the hyperoxic+si-PLD1 group had significantly increased basic respiration,ATP production,maximum respiration,and spare respiratory capacity(P<0.05).Conclusions PLD1 is involved in hyperoxia-induced injury of mouse BPD and MLE-12 cells.Deletion of the PLD1 gene may alleviate hyperoxia-induced lung injury by inhibiting mitochondrial-dependent apoptosis.
7.Effect of PLD1 on mitochondrial function in the lung of bronchopulmonary dysplasia model mice
Lyu JIN ; Xuhua GU ; Yanhua ZHOU ; Zhen WANG
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(10):48-58
Objective To investigate mitochondrial function mediated by phospholipase D1(PLD1)in the lungs of mice with bronchopulmonary dysplasia.Methods Wild-type(WT)and PLD1 knockout(PLD1-KO)newborn mice were assigned to four groups:normoxic+WT,normoxic+PLD1-KO,hyperoxic+WT,and hyperoxic+PLD1-KO,with nine mice in each group.Mice in the hyperoxia groups were exposed to hyperoxia(85% O2)for 14 days.Mice in the normoxic groups were exposed to normoxic conditions(21% O2)for 14 days.On the 14th day,the levels of oxidative stress,apoptosis,and fibrosis in lungs were evaluated using commercial kits for malondialdehyde(MDA)and superoxide dismutase(SOD),Western blot for BAX,BCL-2,and Cleaved Caspase-3,and immunohistochemistry for α-SMA and AIF.The following MLE-12 cell groups were prepared,normoxic+si-NC,hyperoxic+si-NC,normoxic+si-PLD1,and hyperoxic+si-PLD1.After transient transfection,the cells were exposed to normoxia or hyperoxia for 24 h.Mitochondrial reactive oxygen species(mtROS)and function were measured using MitoSOX Red and the hippocampus mitochondrial stress test.Results The levels of α-SMA and AIF staining,MDA,Cleaved Caspase 3,and BAX in lung tissue were significantly increased in the hyperoxic groups compared with the normoxic groups(P<0.05),while SOD activity and BCL-2 levels were significantly decreased(P<0.05).α-SMA and AIF staining,and the abundance of Cleaved Caspase-3 and BAX in lung tissue were lower in the hyperoxia+PLD1-KO group than in the hyperoxia+WT group(P<0.05),while SOD activity and BCL-2 abundance were higher in the hyperoxia+PLD1-KO group than in the hyperoxia+WT group(P<0.05).The level of AIF in MLE-12 cell mitochondria in the hyperoxic groups was significantly lower than that in the normoxic groups(P<0.05);however,the level of AIF was increased significantly in the cytoplasm of the hyperoxic groups compared with the normoxic groups(P<0.05).The level of AIF in MLE-12 cell mitochondria in the hyperoxic+si-PLD1 group was significantly increased compared with that in the hyperoxic+si-NC group(P<0.05).The abundance of mtROS in hyperoxia MLE-12 cell groups was higher than that in the normoxia groups(P<0.05),and the abundance of mtROS in the hyperoxia+si-PLD1 group was lower than that in the hyperoxia+si-NC group(P<0.05).Compared with the normoxic+si-NC group,basic respiration,ATP production,maximum respiration,and spare respiratory capacity was significantly decreased in the hyperoxic+si-NC group(P<0.05).Compared with the hyperoxic+si-NC group,the hyperoxic+si-PLD1 group had significantly increased basic respiration,ATP production,maximum respiration,and spare respiratory capacity(P<0.05).Conclusions PLD1 is involved in hyperoxia-induced injury of mouse BPD and MLE-12 cells.Deletion of the PLD1 gene may alleviate hyperoxia-induced lung injury by inhibiting mitochondrial-dependent apoptosis.
8.Assessment of efficacy and safety of first-line EGFR-TKI combined with radiotherapy in EGFR-mutant lung cancer with brain metastases
Xin YIN ; Yanhua ZHOU ; Weili YI ; Jian HUANG ; Mengting LAI ; Zhili CHEN ; Dongning HUANG ; Li QIN
Chinese Journal of Radiation Oncology 2025;34(11):1102-1110
Objective:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of combining third-generation epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitors (EGFR-TKI) with brain radiotherapy in patients with newly diagnosed EGFR mutation-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with brain metastases. Methods:A retrospective analysis was performed on the clinical data of patients with newly diagnosed EGFR-mutant NSCLC with brain metastases who received first-line treatment with third-generation EGFR-TKI with or without brain radiotherapy at the Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University between January 2018 and December 2022. Patients treated with EGFR-TKI plus brain radiotherapy were assigned to the combination group, while those treated with EGFR-TKI alone were assigned to the monotherapy group. Intracranial progression-free survival (iPFS), progression-free survival (PFS), overall survival (OS), intracranial disease control rate (iDCR), intracranial objective response rate (iORR), and adverse events were compared between groups. Subgroup analyses were performed according to EGFR exon 19 deletion (19del) and exon 21L858R mutation status. Survival was estimated using the Kaplan-Meier method, with the log-rank test applied for group comparisons and univariate analysis, while multivariate analysis was conducted using Cox proportional hazards regression model. Results:A total of 107 patients were included: 57 (53%) in the monotherapy group and 50 (47%) in the combination group. The combination therapy significantly improved iORR (80% vs. 60%, P=0.023), prolonged median OS (37.7 vs. 31.6 months, P=0.004), and extended median iPFS (21.8 vs. 16.7 months, P=0.018). The iDCR was 100% in both groups, and the difference in median PFS was not statistically significant (18.6 vs. 15.2 months, P=0.086). In the 19del subgroup ( n=53), patients in the combination group had longer OS ( P=0.028) and iPFS ( P=0.028). In the 21L858R subgroup ( n=54), the median OS was also longer in the combination group ( P=0.050). Multivariate analysis identified TKI monotherapy and an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status score=2 as independent adverse prognostic factors for iPFS, while TKI monotherapy, age ≥65 years, ECOG score=2, and >3 brain metastases were the independent adverse prognostic factors for OS. The incidence of adverse events did not differ significantly between groups (all P>0.05). Conclusions:First-line combination therapy with third-generation EGFR-TKI and cranial radiotherapy provides superior efficacy and acceptable safety compared with EGFR-TKI monotherapy in patients with EGFR-mutant lung adenocarcinoma and brain metastases. Both EGFR 19del and 21L858R mutation subgroups benefit from the combined treatment approach.
9.Effect of Lokomat robotic-assisted gait training on lower limb motor function in children with hemiplegia
Tiantian ZHOU ; Tong ZHANG ; Qi ZHANG ; Yanhua LIANG ; Yanqing ZHANG ; Qing YUE ; Sijia LI
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2025;31(6):711-720
Objective To explore the effect of Lokomat robotic-assisted gait training on lower limb motor function in children with hemiplegia.Methods From October,2023 to January,2025,a total of 52 children with hemiplegia admitted to Beijing Bo'ai Hospital were randomly divided into control group(n=26)and observation group(n=26).Both groups received conven-tional rehabilitation therapy,while the observation group additionally received Lokomat robotic-assisted gait training,for four weeks.Before and after intervention,the self-selected walking speed(SWS)and maximum walking speed(MWS)of 10-meter Walk Test,6-minute walking distance(6MWD),Physiological Cost Index(PCI),as well as gait line length asymmetry ratio,single support line asymmetry ratio,stance phase asymmetry ratio and step length ratio were compared.Results After intervention,SWS,MWS and 6MWD improved in both groups(|Z|>2.910,P<0.01),and were better in the the observation group than in the control group(|Z|>2.069,P<0.05);PCI significantly decreased in both groups(|Z|>4.458,P<0.001),and was lower in the observation group than in the control group(Z=-2.435,P<0.05);the gait line length asymmetry ratio,single support line asymmetry ratio and stance phase asymmetry ratio improved in both groups(Z=3.398,|t|>2.211,P<0.05),and were better in the observation group than in the control group(Z=2.802,|t|>2.107,P<0.05).Conclusion Lokomat robotic-assisted gait training can effectively improve walking speed and endurance in children with hemiplegia,reduce energy expenditure,enhance walking efficiency,and promote gait symmetry,thereby fa-cilitating symmetrical gait patterns.
10.Construction of nomogram model for predicting adverse pregnancy outcomes of placenta accreta spectrum disorders by multimodal MRI
Zhiying MO ; Wenjuan ZHOU ; Zongqi LU ; Yanhua LI ; Jinyuan LIAO
Journal of Practical Radiology 2025;41(8):1333-1337
Objective To explore the predictive value of the nomogram model based on multimodal MRI signs for adverse pregnancy outcomes in placenta accreta spectrum disorders(PAS).Methods The clinical and MRI data of 60 patients with PAS diagnosed by surgery and/or pathology were collected.Multivariate logistic regression was used to analyze the independent risk factors of adverse pregnancy outcomes in PAS.According to the results of multivariate logistic regression analysis,the nomogram prediction model of adverse pregnancy outcomes in PAS was constructed.Results Placenta/uterine protrusion[odds ratio(OR)=6.717,P=0.015],abnormal blood vessels in the placenta(OR=7.929,P=0.009),and diffusion weighted imaging(DWI)placental spike/nodular protrusion into the muscular layer(OR=12.134,P=0.003)were independent risk factors for adverse pregnancy outcomes in PAS.Based on the results,a nomogram prediction model was constructed.The area under the curve(AUC)of the model for predicting adverse pregnancy outcomes of PAS was 0.907,with a sensitivity of 0.906 and a specificity of 0.821.Conclusion The nomogram model constructed based on multimodal MRI signs has certain value in predicting adverse pregnancy outcomes of PAS.

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