1.A preliminary study of mechanosensitive channels Piezo 1 and Piezo 2 promoting neurogenic bladder fibrosis in young rats
Lei LYU ; Yanping ZHANG ; Qi LI ; Junkui WANG ; Shuai YANG ; Zhaokai ZHOU ; Shuai LI ; Yibo WEN ; Yakai LIU ; Guowei SI ; Xingchen LIU ; Jianguo WEN
Journal of Modern Urology 2025;30(4):343-349
Objective: To explore the changes of mechanosensitive channels Piezos (Piezo 1 and Piezo 2) in neurogenic bladder (NB) of young rats and their effects,so as to provide reference for clinical search of new therapeutic targets. Methods: A total of 30 female young SD rats were divided into 5 groups based on random number table method:sham operation group (sham),2-week nerve transection group (NB-2W),6-week nerve transection group (NB-6W),2-week nerve transection + Piezos inhibitor group (NB-P-2W) and 6-week nerve transection + Piezos inhibitor group (NB-P-6W),with 6 rats in each group.The NB models were constructed by transecting the L6 and S1 spinal nerves of young rats.The NB-2W and NB-6W groups were not intervened after modeling,while the NB-P-2W and NB-P-6W groups were intraperitoneally injected with Piezos inhibitor GsMTx4 (10 mg/kg) every 2 days after modeling.Bladder cystometry and ultrasound were performed after 2 and 6 weeks of transection.The expressions of Piezos and fibrosis-related indexes (Collagen Ⅰ and α-smooth muscle actin) were detected in bladder tissues. Results: The results of bladder cystometry showed that the basal bladder pressure in NB-2W group was significantly increased,while it was slightly decreased but was still higher in NB-6W group than in the sham group (P<0.05).Basal bladder pressure was lower in NB-P-2W group than in NB-2W group,but was higher than that in the sham group; basal bladder pressure was lower in NB-P-6W group than in NB-6W group,but higher than that in the sham group (P<0.05).Compared with the sham group,the NB-2W and NB-6W groups had firstly increased and then decreased maximum cystometric capacity (MCC) (P<0.05).Compared with NB-2W group,NB-P-2W group had lower bladder leakage point pressure (BLPP),but higher MCC and bladder compliance (BC) (P<0.05).Compared with NB-6W group,NB-P-6W group had significantly lower BLPP but higher MCC and BC (P<0.05).HE and MASSON staining and ultrasound results showed that,with the extension of nerve transection time,bladder fibrosis gradually worsened,the bladder wall became rough and thickened,calculi were visible inside,and hydronephrosis gradually appeared; the degree of fibrosis in NB-P-2W and NB-P-6W groups was less than that in NB-2W and NB-6W groups,and no hydronephrosis was observed in the upper urinary tract.In addition,Western blotting and immunohistochemical results showed that NB-2W and NB-6W groups had significantly higher relative expression levels of Piezos,Collagen Ⅰ and α-SMA than the sham group (P<0.01),while NB-P-2W and NB-P-6W groups had lower relative expression levels of Piezos,Collagen Ⅰ and α-SMA than NB-2W and NB-6W groups (P<0.01). Conclusion: The increased expressions of mechanosensitive channels Piezos in NB young rats may be involved in the progression of bladder fibrosis,but its mechanism needs further study.
2.The influence of ASiR-V algorithm on radiation dose and image quality in children’s ultra-low-dose chest CT examination
Limin WANG ; Xiumin LYU ; Yanping WANG ; Lulu XU
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2025;34(4):540-545
Objective To explore the impact of multi-model adaptive statistical iterative reconstruction (ASiR-V) algorithm on radiation dose and image quality in children’s ultra-low-dose chest CT examination. Methods A total of 72 children who underwent chest CT scans at Qingdao Municipal Hospital with admissions between January 2024 and January 2025 were selected as subjects and divided into two groups using a random number table. In the control group (n = 36), the tube voltage was set at 100 kVp and the conventional filtered back projection algorithm was used. In the observation group (n = 36), the tube voltage was set at 80 kVp and images were reconstructed using 30% ASiR-V (observation group 1), 60% ASiR-V (observation group 2), and 90% ASiR-V (observation group 3), respectively. Radiation doses were recorded for each group, and both subjective and objective evaluations of image quality were conducted. Results Compared with the control group, the observation group demonstrated significantly lower volume CT dose index [(0.86 ± 0.09) mGy], dose length product [(25.90 ± 3.55) mGy·cm], and effective dose [(0.01 ± 0.001) mSv] (P < 0.05). There was no significant difference in subjective evaluation scores of image quality among the four groups (z = −2.206, P = 0.530). Additionally, Fisher’s exact test showed that the proportion of images scoring 4-5 points was higher in observation group 2 than in observation group 3 (P = 0.024). The noise value of the ascending aorta in the mediastinal window and the noise values of the right and left middle lung fields and the right and left upper lung fields in the lung window were lower in observation groups 2 and 3 than in the control group, and these values were lower in observation group 3 than in observation group 2 (P < 0.05). The signal-to-noise ratios of the ascending aorta and liver in observation groups 2 and 3 were higher than those in the control group, and the ratios were higher in observation group 3 than in observation group 2 (P < 0.05). Conclusion Reconstruction using the 60% ASiR-V algorithm for pediatric ultra-low-dose chest CT examination can ensure good image quality while reducing radiation dose and improving examination safety.
3.Research progress on predicting radiation pneumonia based on four-dimensional computed tomography ventilation imaging in lung cancer radiotherapy.
Yuyu LIU ; Li WANG ; Yanping GAO ; Xiang PAN ; Meifang YUAN ; Bingbing HE ; Han BAI ; Wenbing LYU
Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2025;42(4):863-870
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Radiation pneumonitis is a major complication in lung cancer radiotherapy. Four-dimensional computed tomography (4DCT) imaging provides dynamic ventilation information, which is valuable for lung function assessment and radiation pneumonitis prevention. Many methods have been developed to calculate lung ventilation from 4DCT, but a systematic comparison is lacking. Prediction of radiation pneumonitis using 4DCT-based ventilation is still in an early stage, and no comprehensive review exists. This paper presented the first systematic comparison of functional lung ventilation algorithms based on 4DCT over the past 15 years, highlighting their clinical value and limitations. It then reviewed multimodal approaches combining 4DCT ventilation imaging, dose metrics, and clinical data for radiation pneumonitis prediction. Finally, it summarized current research and future directions of 4DCT in lung cancer radiotherapy, offering insights for clinical practice and further studies.
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Lung Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging*
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Radiation Pneumonitis/etiology*
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Pulmonary Ventilation
4.Efficacy of Shilian Powder Combined with Shumai Capsules in Promoting Wound Healing in Rats with Diabetic Foot Ulcers through Regulating the PI3K/Akt/Relaxin/Apelin Pathway
Yanping ZENG ; Zixin SHAO ; Wei MO ; Yang LIU ; Tianhao LI ; Xiong LYU ; Jianlu BI
Journal of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;42(2):461-468
Objective To observe the therapeutic effect and mechanism of external application with Shilian Powder combined with oral administration of Shumai Capsules for the treatment of rats with diabetic foot ulcer(DFU).Methods Eight male rats with successfully modeled foot ulcer(DF)were used as the control group.While 24 male rats with successfully modeled DFU were randomly divided into DFU group,Shumai Capsules group and Shilian Powder combined with Shumai Capsules group,with eight rats in each group.After the corresponding interventions,we determined the wound healing rate,histopathological changes of wound,levels of inflammatory factors such as interleukin(IL)-6,IL-1β and vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF)in serum,levels of Apelin and Relaxin,and protein expressions of phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase(PI3K),protein kinase B(AKT)and VEGF in wound tissue,as well as mRNA expressions of PI3K,AKT,Relaxin and Apelin.Results Compared with the control group,the DFU group showed a significant decrease in wound healing rate,VEGF level in serum and wound,wound Relaxin level,protein and mRNA levels of wound AKT(P<0.05),and a significant increase in serum IL-6 and IL-1β levels,wound Apelin level,wound PI3K protein and mRNA levels(P<0.05),and the reduced wound granulation tissue and formation of new capillaries and increased inflammatory cell infiltration were seen under the microscope.Compared with the DFU group,the wound healing rate,VEGF level in serum and wound,wound Relaxin and Apelin levels,protein and mRNA levels of wound PI3K and AKT in the Shumai Capsules group and Shilian Powder combined with Shumai Capsules group were significantly increased(P<0.05),and serum IL-6 and IL-1β levels were significantly decreased(P<0.05),and the increased wound granulation tissue and formation of new capillaries and reduced inflammatory cell infiltration were seen under the microscope.Compared with the Shumai Capsules group,the wound healing rate,wound VEGF level,wound Relaxin and Apelin levels,protein and mRNA levels of wound PI3K and AKT in Shilian Powder combined with Shumai Capsules group were significantly increased(P<0.05),and the serum IL-6 and IL-1β levels were significantly decreased(P<0.05),and the increased wound granulation tissue and formation of new capillaries and reduced inflammatory cell infiltration were seen under the microscope.Conclusion External application with Shilian Powder combined with oral administration of Shumai Capsules can promote the wound healing in rats with DFU,its mechanism is related to the activation of PI3K/AKT/Relaxin/Apelin signaling pathway.
5.Recurrent abortion status and contraceptive condition among nulliparous adolescent females
Journal of Clinical Medicine in Practice 2025;29(15):114-117
Objective To analyze the current status of recurrent abortion and contraceptive con-dition among nulliparous adolescent females.Methods Data on abortion and contraception were col-lected from nulliparous adolescent females aged 15 to 24 years who had at least one history of induced or medical abortion and still requested induced or medical abortion for the current pregnancy between July 2019 and June 2024.The influencing factors of recurrent abortion were analyzed.Results The study included 3,081 cases of non-recurrent abortion(including 1,983 induced abortions,1,098 medical abortions)and 804 cases of recurrent abortion(including 475 induced abortions,329 medi-cal abortions)among nulliparous adolescent females.Statistically significant differences were ob-served between recurrent and non-recurrent abortion groups in terms of age composition,marital sta-tus,household registration,and educational level(P<0.05).Logistic regression analysis revealed that nulliparous adolescent females aged ≤19 years(OR=1.21,95%CI,0.93 to 1.73),with high school education or below(OR=2.13,95%CI,1.77 to 2.82),unmarried(OR=1.92,95%CI,1.25 to 2.64),and non-local household registration(OR=2.68,95%CI,2.19 to 3.63)had an increased risk of recurrent abortion.Among nulliparous adolescent females,the proportion of those who did not use contraception was 62.8%(505/804)among those with a history of repeated abor-tions,which was significantly higher than that among those without a history of repeated abortions[28.1%(865/3,081),P<0.001].Although there was no statistically significant difference in the pro-portion of those using specific contraceptive methods between the two groups(P>0.05),the proportion of those using contraception among those with a history of repeated abortions was 37.2%(299/804),which was significantly lower than that among those without a history of repeated abortions[71.9%(2,216/3,081),P<0.001].Only 0.3%of those with a history of repeated abortions used in-trauterine devices as a contraceptive method.Conclusion Young age,low educational level,being unmarried,and non-local household registration are high-risk factors for recurrent abortion among nulliparous adolescent females.Failure to use contraception or use of ineffective contraceptive meth-ods is the main reason for recurrent induced abortion.Strengthening post-abortion care by medical staff and promoting contraceptive knowledge education and efficient contraceptive methods among ad-olescent females are of great significance in reducing the rate of recurrent induced abortion.
6.Seroepidemiological analysis of hepatitis B virus infection among adolescents aged 0-14 years in Henan Province and preliminary evaluation of the effectiveness of childhood hepatitis B vaccine immunization program
Yonghao GUO ; Yanping CHEN ; Qiaohua DOU ; Qian LIU ; Jianhui YANG ; Minghua SENG ; Wanyu LYU ; Changshuang WANG ; Mingxia LU ; Jin XU ; Yanyang ZHANG ; Dongyang ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(2):202-207
Objective:To analyze the seroepidemiological characteristics of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection among adolescents aged 0-14 years in Henan Province and to evaluate the effectiveness of the childhood hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) immunization program.Methods:From September 2021 to March 2022, a total of 4 883 adolescents aged 0-14 years were selected from 25 villages or communities of 18 provincial-level cities in Henan Province by using the multi-stage random cluster sampling method. Demographic data were collected through questionnaires. The 3 ml of blood samples were collected from individuals aged 0-4 years and 5 ml of blood samples were collected from individuals aged 5-14 years to test HBsAg, HBcAb and HBsAb. Data on vaccination were collected through Henan Provincial Immunization Information System and hepatitis B cases in Henan Province were collected through China Infectious Disease Reporting System. The effectiveness of the childhood HepB immunization program was analyzed.Results:The average age of 4 883 subjects was (7.32±2.81) years old. The positive rates of HBsAg and HBcAb were 0.1% (7/4 883) and 1.0% (50/4 883), and the population standardized rates were 0.3% and 1.7%. In 2002, the positive rate of HBsAg among adolescents aged 0-14 years in Henan Province was 3.39%. Compared with that in 2002, the number of chronic HBV infections among adolescents in Henan Province in 2022 decreased by about 0.7 million. In 2002, the vaccination rate of newborns who completed all three doses of vaccine was 6.26%. In 2003, the vaccination rate of the hepatitis B vaccine rose rapidly, reaching 90% in 2013 for the first time. After 2014, the vaccination rate in Henan Province continued to remain above 95%. The proportion of cases among children aged 1-4 years in clinical reports decreased from 0.43% (1 108/256 566) in 2006 to 0.01% (78/80 655) in 2021. The proportion of cases among adolescents aged 5-19 years decreased from 18.21% (46 710/256 566) in 2006 to 1.1% (827/80 655) in 2021.Conclusions:From 2002 to 2022, the positive rate of HBsAg among adolescents aged 0-14 years has decreased significantly in Henan Province. The effectiveness of the HepB immunization program for children is good.
7.Relationship between serum HGF and LXA4 levels in patients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis and the disease severity and their evaluation value for the prognosis
Minna NI ; Huiying LYU ; Bo CHI ; Yanping LI
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2024;45(14):1699-1704
Objective To investigate the relationship between serum levels of hepatocyte growth factor(HGF)and lipoxygenase-4(LXA4)in patients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis and the severity of the disease,and their evaluation value for the prognosis.Methods A total of 138 patients diagnosed with and treated for acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis between January 2019 and January 2021 in the hospital were selected as acute exacerbation group.Based on the bronchiectasis severity index(BSI score),patients were di-vided into mild group(40 cases),moderate group(46 cases),and severe group(52 cases).Additionally,pa-tients were categorized into a good prognosis group(85 cases)and a poor prognosis group(53 cases)based on their clinical outcomes.70 stable bronchiectasis patients treated concurrently were selected as the stable stage group.Furthermore,70 healthy individuals who underwent physical examinations during the same period was included as the control group.Serum HGF and LXA4 levels were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.Logistic regression model was used to explore the factors affecting the prognosis of patients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis.The predictive effect of serum HGF and LXA4 levels on the prognosis of pa-tients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis was analyzed by receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve.Results Compared with the stable stage group and the control group,the acute exacerbation group had higher serum HGF levels and lower LXA4 levels(all P<0.05).The more severe the condition was in the a-cute exacerbation group,the higher the serum HGF level and the lower the LXA4 level.Compared with the good prognosis group,the poor prognosis group had lower levels of hemoglobin,albumin,and serum LXA4,while the number of acute exacerbations,proportion of severe BSI scores,and serum HGF levels were higher(all P<0.05).In the acute exacerbation group,the more severe the disease,the higher the serum HGF level and the lower the LxA4 level.The number of acute exacerbations(OR=1.185,P<0.001),BSI score(OR=1.280,P<0.001),and serum HGF(OR=1.189,P<0.001)were risk factors for poor prognosis in patients,while serum LXA4(OR=0.827,P<0.001)was a protective factor.The area under the curve of the combined detection of serum HGF and LXA4 for evaluating poor prognosis in patients was 0.912(95%CI:0.862-0.955),which was larger than that of the single detection(Z=4.254,3.819,all P<0.001).Conclusion The serum HGF level increases and LXA4 level decreases in patients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis,which are related to the severity of the disease.Combined detection has high predictive value for poor progno-sis in patients.
8.Seroepidemiological analysis of hepatitis B virus infection among adolescents aged 0-14 years in Henan Province and preliminary evaluation of the effectiveness of childhood hepatitis B vaccine immunization program
Yonghao GUO ; Yanping CHEN ; Qiaohua DOU ; Qian LIU ; Jianhui YANG ; Minghua SENG ; Wanyu LYU ; Changshuang WANG ; Mingxia LU ; Jin XU ; Yanyang ZHANG ; Dongyang ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2024;58(2):202-207
Objective:To analyze the seroepidemiological characteristics of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection among adolescents aged 0-14 years in Henan Province and to evaluate the effectiveness of the childhood hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) immunization program.Methods:From September 2021 to March 2022, a total of 4 883 adolescents aged 0-14 years were selected from 25 villages or communities of 18 provincial-level cities in Henan Province by using the multi-stage random cluster sampling method. Demographic data were collected through questionnaires. The 3 ml of blood samples were collected from individuals aged 0-4 years and 5 ml of blood samples were collected from individuals aged 5-14 years to test HBsAg, HBcAb and HBsAb. Data on vaccination were collected through Henan Provincial Immunization Information System and hepatitis B cases in Henan Province were collected through China Infectious Disease Reporting System. The effectiveness of the childhood HepB immunization program was analyzed.Results:The average age of 4 883 subjects was (7.32±2.81) years old. The positive rates of HBsAg and HBcAb were 0.1% (7/4 883) and 1.0% (50/4 883), and the population standardized rates were 0.3% and 1.7%. In 2002, the positive rate of HBsAg among adolescents aged 0-14 years in Henan Province was 3.39%. Compared with that in 2002, the number of chronic HBV infections among adolescents in Henan Province in 2022 decreased by about 0.7 million. In 2002, the vaccination rate of newborns who completed all three doses of vaccine was 6.26%. In 2003, the vaccination rate of the hepatitis B vaccine rose rapidly, reaching 90% in 2013 for the first time. After 2014, the vaccination rate in Henan Province continued to remain above 95%. The proportion of cases among children aged 1-4 years in clinical reports decreased from 0.43% (1 108/256 566) in 2006 to 0.01% (78/80 655) in 2021. The proportion of cases among adolescents aged 5-19 years decreased from 18.21% (46 710/256 566) in 2006 to 1.1% (827/80 655) in 2021.Conclusions:From 2002 to 2022, the positive rate of HBsAg among adolescents aged 0-14 years has decreased significantly in Henan Province. The effectiveness of the HepB immunization program for children is good.
9.Summary of International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health core sets for individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Yanping TIAN ; Wei LI ; Qinghong LI ; Haofan XU ; Shunbo YANG ; Yanmei LAI ; Jia′na WU ; Jindi YANG ; Sufen HU ; Zhihai LYU ; Zhimei JIANG
Chinese Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2024;39(11):831-836
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent attention deficit, hyperactivity, and impulsive behaviors that are not consistent with developmental age.Academic and vocational difficulties, social exclusion, and delinquent behaviors are manifested in daily life.It is also commonly accompanied by psychiatric problems.At the same time, mental problems are common, and the overall quality of life is greatly affected, placing a heavy burden on society as well as the family.International attention deficit hyperactivity disorder experts have developed a common and comprehensive International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health core set of classifications for assessing individual functioning in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
10.Methodology for Developing Rapid and Living Guidelines of Traditional Chinese Medicine (RALIG-TCM) (Part 1):Concept and Current Practice
Lijiao YAN ; Ning LIANG ; Ziteng HU ; Yujing ZHANG ; Yaxin CHEN ; Fuqiang ZHANG ; Xiaoling LI ; Wenjie CAO ; Chen ZHAO ; Cheng LYU ; Nannan SHI ; Yanping WANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(3):269-274
Rapid and living guidelines are those developed in response to public health emergencies in a short period of time using a scientific and standardized approach. Subsequently, they provide timely and credible recommendations for decision makers through regular and frequent updates of clinical evidence and recommendations. In this paper, we introduced the definition of rapid and living guideline as well as analyzed the basic characteristics of eight rapid and living guidelines in the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) published till 2023 June, summarizing three core methodological issues in relation to how to rapidly develop guidelines, how to formulate recommendations when there is lack of evidence, and how to ensure the timeliness of guidelines. Based on the analysis of current rapid and living guidelines, it is implicated that there is necessity to carry out rapid and living guideline in the field of TCM, and the methodology of rapid integration of multivariate evidence in the field of TCM needs to be further explored; furthermore, it is necessary to further explore the obstacles of implementation of guidelines and promote timely updating, all of which provide certain theoretical references for relevant guideline developers and researchers.

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