1.Effect and mechanism of folic acid-modified NK cell-derived exosomes delivering reovirus against ovarian cancer
YE Rui1,2 ; DAI Xiaofeng3 ; LIU Xiong1 ; CHEN Liang4 ; ZHANG Jing5 ; ZHANG Yingchun5 ; GUO Ting6 ; ZHAO Xing1,2
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2026;33(2):120-131
[摘 要] 目的:开发新型溶瘤呼肠孤病毒(Reo)递送系统,以克服中和抗体对Reo的中和作用并提升其肿瘤靶向性。方法:通过切向流过滤联合超高速离心法制备自然杀伤细胞外泌体(NKexo),叶酸(FA)修饰后采用挤压法包载Reo,构建FA-NKexo-Reo递送系统;通过透射电镜(TEM)、纳米粒径分析、蛋白质印迹(WB)法、核磁共振氢谱及流式细胞术等技术表征其理化性质;采用CCK-8、流式细胞术、Transwell实验及激光共聚焦显微镜评估FA-NKexo-Reo递送系统体外细胞毒性及细胞摄取能力;通过人卵巢癌裸鼠皮下移植瘤模型评价FA-NKexo-Reo的肿瘤靶向性、疗效及安全性。结果:FA-NKexo-Reo粒径为(94.0 ± 28.5)nm,Zeta电位为(-21.26 ± 1.57)mV,包封率达(49.7 ± 15.6)%;在中和抗体的存在下,FA-NKexo-Reo对卵巢癌细胞SKOV3和A2780仍可表现出显著的细胞毒性(P < 0.01);荷瘤鼠活体成像显示FA-NKexo-Reo肿瘤靶向性显著优于NKexo组,肿瘤抑制率提升60%(P < 0.001)。结论:成功制备FA-NKexo-Reo递送系统,在中和抗体的存在下,FA-NKexo-Reo可保护并靶向递送Reo到高表达叶酸受体的卵巢癌细胞,从而增强Reo的抗肿瘤作用。
2.Longitudinal cohort study on pubertal development trajectories of testicular and breast development among children
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(3):408-412
Objective:
To characterize longitudinal trajectories of testicular development in boys and breast development in girls, so as to provide reference data for understanding patterns of pubertal sexual maturation.
Methods:
Based on the Shanghai Pudong New Area Cohort Study on Growth, Development and Health in Children and Adolescents, a baseline survey was conducted in 2020 using a mult stage cluster random sampling method. A total of 2 184 children who completed all follow ups during the primary school period from 13 elementary schools in Pudong New Area,Shanghai,with annual follow ups during 2021-2025. Testicular volume and Tanner stage of breast development were assessed by professional physicians using standardized visual inspection and palpation. The age distribution of testicular volume and breast development was fitted by using cumulative link mixed models and Turnbull s nonparametric maximum likelihood estimation method.
Results:
Median ages for testicular volumes of 2, 3, 4 and 5 mL in boys were 7.07, 9.24, 10.29, and 11.57 years old, respectively. Median ages for Tanner breast stages Ⅱ, Ⅲ, Ⅳ, and Ⅴ in girls were 8.55 , 10.17, 11.18, and 13.78 years old, respectively. Based on overweight and obesity, stratified analysis showed that earlier pubertal onset among overweight/obesity children, and the key milestones for pubertal initiation were testicular volume reaching 4 mL in boys and breast Tanner II in girls for 10.29, 10.83; 8.18, 9.00 years.
Conclusion
Overweight and obesity are associated with earlier pubertal initiation,but there are certain gender and developmental stage specific patterns.
3.Discussion on the Treatment of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome from the Theory of "Qi Loses Its Regulatory Function,Fluids and Blood Follow the Same Path"
Hui WENG ; Bo CHEN ; Tengfei CHEN ; Chengjian YE ; Wenhe ZHENG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2026;67(7):792-797
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is believed to primarily result from a disorder of the qi movement, with qi dysfunction occurring first, followed by changes in fluids and blood. The disease is located in the lungs, with its root in qi and pathological changes in fluids and blood, aligning with the theory of "qi loses its regulatory function, fluids and blood follow the same path". Accordingly, ARDS is divided into three stages, the early stage with qi congestion, counterflow, fluids and blood obstruction, severe stage with qi collapse, yang depletion, fluids and blood out of control), and recovery stage with qi consumption and fluids damage, residual pathogen retention. For the corresponding treatments, in the early stage, the focus is on diffusing the lung qi, opening the block, dissol-ving phlegm, and eliminating fluid retention, using Tingli Dazao Xiefei Decoction (葶苈大枣泻肺汤) and Xuanbai Chengqi Decoction (宣白承气汤) / Shegan Mahuang Decoction (射干麻黄汤) with modifications. In the severe stage, the priority is to reinforce qi, stabilize collapse, and promote diuresis and blood circulation, with modified Zhenwu Decoction (真武汤) and Shenge Powder (参蛤散). During recovery stage, the emphasis shifts to replenishing qi and body fluids while clearing residual pathogens, with Shashen Maidong Decoction (沙参麦冬汤) and Bufei Decoction (补肺汤). At the same time, from the perspective of "qi loses its regulatory function, fluids and blood follow the same path", the mechanism of prone position ventilation (PPV) is explored. It is believed that the effect of "qi reaching the blood" via PPV by restoring the qi movement and unblocking qi, blood and water retention, which offers insights for the diagnosis and treatment of ARDS with integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine.
4.Epigenetic mechanism of Diwu Yanggan Capsule in improving liver regeneration microenvironment in a rat model of liver cancer
Minggang WANG ; Jiamei DONG ; Zhihua YE ; Xiang GAO ; Qi CHEN ; Xiaoqiao YU ; Hanmin LI
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(2):362-371
ObjectiveTo investigate the epigenetic mechanism of Diwu Yanggan Capsule in improving liver regeneration microenvironment in a rat model of liver cancer by regulating DNA methylation, and to provide a basis for scientific clinical medication. MethodsA total of 48 specific pathogen-free Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into normal group, model group, and Diwu Yanggan Capsule group using a random number table, with 16 rats in each group. The Solt-Farber two-step method was used to establish a rat model of liver cancer. The rats in the Diwu Yanggan Capsule group were given Diwu Yanggan Capsule at a dose of 750 mg/kg/d by gavage, and those in the normal group and the model group were given an equal volume of normal saline by gavage. Liver tissue samples were collected from each group of rats after 16 weeks of continuous intervention; DNA methylation chips were used to analyze the change in DNA methylation in liver tissue, and gene ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analyses were used for data analysis. In addition, the MeDIP-PCR technique was used to detect the changes in candidate differentially methylated genes such as YWHAB, ADCK2, ERLIN2, SEMA3B, and TPH2 in the liver tissue of rats, and Western blot and RT-qPCR were used to verify the expression of key methylated genes. The independent-samples t test was used for comparison of continuous data between two groups, and a one-way analysis of variance was used for comparison between multiple groups, while the least significant difference t-test was used for further comparison between two groups. ResultsThe DNA methylation chip analysis showed that compared with the normal group, the model group had significant methylation changes in the promoter region of 2 422 genes in liver tissue of rats. The GO functional enrichment analysis and the KEGG pathway enrichment analysis showed that these differentially methylated genes were significantly enriched in metabolic pathways such as steroid hormone biosynthesis and drug metabolism-cytochrome P450. Compared with the model group, the Diwu Yanggan Capsule group had significant reversal of promoter methylation in 1 650 genes, and the KEGG enrichment analysis showed that these genes were mainly involved in the pathways closely associated with cell proliferation, apoptosis, and microenvironment regulation, such as the calcium ion signaling pathway, the cAMP signaling pathway, and the extracellular factor signaling pathway. Compared with the model group, the Diwu Yanggan Capsule group had a significant increase in the promoter methylation level of the ADCK2 gene (P<0.05) and significant reductions in the promoter methylation levels of the ERLIN2 and TPH2 genes (all P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the Diwu Yanggan Capsule group had significant reductions in the mRNA expression levels and the protein expression levels of the ADCK2 (all P<0.05). ConclusionAbnormal DNA methylation in liver tissue participates in the development and progression of liver cancer. The effect of Diwu Yanggan Capsule on DNA methylation level is an important epigenetic mechanism for its effect in the prevention and treatment of liver cancer.
5.Monitoring and management of adverse reactions to pegylated interferon alpha-2b for treatment of chronic hepatitis B
Xinyi LI ; Weijiang YE ; Danlei CHEN ; Jiawei ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(2):414-419
Pegylated interferon α-2b (PEG-IFN-α-2b) is currently a first-line drug for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection and is widely used in clinical practice. This drug has multiple effects of inhibiting viral replication, regulating immunity, and improving liver function, and some patients can achieve clinical cure. However, it often causes various adverse reactions during treatment, which are important factors for compromising treatment compliance and efficacy. This article systematically reviews the adverse reactions and their mechanisms during PEG-IFN-α-2b therapy for chronic hepatitis B, including influenza-like symptoms, peripheral blood cytopenia, thyroid dysfunction, and neuropsychiatric symptoms, and it also summarizes the monitoring and management strategies for these adverse reactions, in order to provide evidence-based guidance for clinical decision-making and emphasize the importance of individualized treatment.
6.Interventional effect and mechanism of Bifidobacterium in chronic liver disease
Liyi PAN ; Yueqiao CHEN ; Yu CHEN ; Yuyun HUANG ; Hao PEI ; Fenglan WU ; Lyuping YE ; Na WANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(2):464-471
Compared with traditional therapies for chronic liver disease (CLD), Bifidobacterium has the characteristics of multi-target intervention, high biosafety, and good host compatibility and provides new strategies for intervention of CLD progression in terms of microecological regulation. Various studies have shown that Bifidobacterium regulates liver homeostasis and exerts a therapeutic effect on CLD by regulating intestinal flora, maintaining antioxidation, promoting energy consumption, alleviating inflammation, improving glycolipid metabolism, and exerting an antitumor effect. This article systematically reviews the studies on Bifidobacterium in the treatment of CLD in China and globally, explores their different mechanisms, and elaborates on the interaction between related signaling pathways (such as the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 signaling pathway and the adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase signaling pathway) and the liver, in order to provide a basis for probiotic intervention in liver pathology, as well as new ideas for the comprehensive treatment of CLD.
7.Epidemiological characteristics of scarlet fever in Pudong New Area of Shanghai in 2010 - 2023
Zou CHEN ; Anchen ZHOU ; Hong ZHANG ; Rongxin WU ; Chuchu YE ; Lipeng HAO
Journal of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2026;37(2):26-29
Objective To analyze the epidemic characteristics of scarlet fever in Pudong New Area, Shanghai from 2010 to 2023, and to grasp the incidence of scarlet fever in time. Methods The information on the registration of scarlet fever in Pudong New Area, Shanghai from January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2023 was collected through the China Disease Prevention and Control Information System, and descriptive epidemiological methods and Joinpoint regression model were used for data analysis. Results From 2010 to 2023, a total of 5 669 cases of scarlet fever were reported in Pudong New Area, Shanghai, and no deaths were reported. The annual reported incidence rate was 7.2/100 000, and the overall trend was decreasing year by year. In terms of time distribution, the incidence peaks were in spring and winter. The incidence rate in males was higher than that in females, and it mainly affected children, especially those aged 2 to 10 years. Joinpoint regression model analysis showed that the annual percentage change (APC) and average annual percentage change (AAPC) of the reported incidence rate of scarlet fever from 2010 to 2023 showed that the incidence rate was fluctuating, and the incidence rate decreased significantly from 2019 to 2023 (APC was -53.7%). Conclusion The reported incidence rate of scarlet fever in Pudong New Area in Shanghai has decreased year by year from 2010 to 2023, and children remain the focus of prevention and control.
8.Interpretation on the ACcurate COnsensus Reporting Document (ACCORD): Reporting Guidelines for Consensus Methods in Biomedical Research
Haodong LI ; Junxian ZHAO ; Yishan QIN ; Ye WANG ; Huayu ZHANG ; Qi ZHOU ; Yaolong CHEN
Medical Journal of Peking Union Medical College Hospital 2026;17(2):534-545
The importance of consensus research in medical decision-making has become increasinglyprominent. However, this field has long lacked unified terminology definitions and reporting standards, leading to significant heterogeneity in study design, implementation, and result presentation that affects the credibility and reproducibility of outcomes. The ACCurate COnsensus Reporting Document (ACCORD) in the field of biomedical research provides a structured writing framework for various consensus methods such as the Delphi method and nominal group technique, aiming to enhance the completeness and transparency of study reports. Combined with specific cases, this article interprets the core items of ACCORD, offering references for the design, implementation, and reporting of high-quality consensus research in China.
9.Dendrobium officinale polysaccharide on high glucose-induced apoptosis in retinal capillary pericytes
Chunyan FENG ; Sheng CHEN ; Lin LIN ; Junchang CAO ; Zhaoda YE ; Fajie KE ; Jun HU
International Eye Science 2026;26(5):753-759
AIM:To investigate the protective effects of Dendrobium officinale polysaccharide(DOP)on high glucose-induced apoptosis in retinal capillary pericytes and its potential mechanism involving mitochondrial function.METHODS:Retinal capillary pericytes were allocated into five groups: normal control(NC), high glucose(HG), and three DOP treatment groups(low, DOP-L; medium, DOP-M; high, DOP-H). Pericyte ultrastructure was analyzed using transmission electron microscopy(TEM). Apoptotic rate was quantified via Annexin V-FITC staining. Mitochondrial transmembrane potential was assessed using the JC-1 probe. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction(qRT-PCR)and Western blot were employed to measure expression levels of cytochrome C(Cyt C), B-cell lymphoma 2(Bcl-2), Bcl-2-associated X protein(Bax), Caspase-9, and Caspase-3, respectively.RESULTS:Compared to the NC group, pericytes exposed to HG exhibited significant mitochondrial damage, elevated apoptotic rate, increased mRNA and protein expression of Cyt C, Bax, Caspase-9, and Caspase-3(all P<0.01), alongside a marked reduction in mitochondrial transmembrane potential and expression of Bcl-2 mRNA and protein(all P<0.01). In contrast, DOP treatment groups(DOP-M,DOP-H)dose-dependently ameliorated mitochondrial damage, reduced apoptotic rate, downregulated Cyt C, Bax, Caspase-9, and Caspase-3 expression, enhanced mitochondrial transmembrane potential, and upregulated Bcl-2 expression relative to the HG group(all P<0.05).CONCLUSION:DOP attenuates high glucose-induced apoptosis and mitochondrial injury in retinal capillary pericytes. The underlying mechanism may involve the restoration of mitochondrial transmembrane potential.
10.Optimization of Cage-Changing Intervals and Wood Shavings Usage for Mice During the Growth Phase in Breeding Systems
Xianwen WU ; Lili LIU ; Ye CHEN ; Guoheng XU
Laboratory Animal and Comparative Medicine 2026;46(2):251-260
ObjectiveTo determine the optimal bedding depth of wood shavings and cage-changing interval for post-weaning (21-day-old) SPF C57BL/6J mice housed in open cages within a barrier environment. MethodsThree bedding groups with average depths of 3 cm, 4 cm, and 5 cm were established, forming six experimental groups (three groups each for female and male mice, with 60 mice per group and 20 mice per cage, totaling 18 cages). The mice were housed in accordance with the maximum housing density requirements specified in GB 14925—2023 Laboratory Animal—Environment and Housing Facilities. Indicators, including body weight, food intake, waste load, and bedding cleanliness, were continuously monitored in mice aged 21-54 days. ResultsAt the age of 21-54 days, the body weight of male mice in the 4 cm bedding group at 42 days was significantly higher than that in the 3 cm and 5 cm groups (P<0.01); at the age of 45-54 days, the waste load of male mice in the 4 cm group was significantly higher than that in the 3 cm group (P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences in body weight, feed intake and waste load of female mice among each bedding height group (P>0.05). Gender comparison showed that the body weight, feed intake and waste load of male mice were significantly higher than those of female mice at multiple age groups (P<0.05). However, there was no statistically significant difference in cleanliness scores between female and male mice (P>0.05). The scores of mice in the 3 cm and 4 cm groups were close to 3 points from day 6 to day 12, and the scores of mice in the 5 cm group were close to 3 points on day 12. After 42 days of age, the cleanliness scores of each group increased rapidly, and the cage change cycle needed to be shortened to 4 days. Comprehensive recommendation: the cage change cycle for 3 cm and 4 cm bedding heights is 6 days, and it can be extended to 12 days at a height of 5 cm bedding, and shortened to 4 days after 42 days of age. ConclusionUnder the open-cage housing mode, a bedding depth of 4 cm combined with a 6-day cage-changing interval during the growth phase can maintain cage cleanliness through bedding adsorption while optimizing the use of bedding resources. This protocol successfully balances animal welfare assurance with facility operational efficiency and is suitable for the large-scale management of C57BL/6J mice and inbred strains with similar genetic backgrounds.


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