1.Research on the changes of energy metabolism substrates under fasting hypometabolic state in rats
Xiukun SUI ; Feng WU ; Siyu JIANG ; Hailong WANG ; Hongyu ZHANG ; Chao YANG ; Yaxiu GUO ; Yinghui LI ; Zhongquan DAI
Space Medicine & Medical Engineering 2025;36(1):32-37,42
Objective Fasting hypometabolism regulation technology has broad application potential in long-term space flight and survival in extreme extraterrestrial environments.In-depth research on the substrate conversion of energy metabolism and the formation of new steady states under fasting hypometabolism will provide theoretical basis and experimental data support for formulating effective prolonged fasting application mode.Methods 30 SD rats were randomly divided into control group and fasting group(fasting for 1,2,3,and 5 days).Blood biochemical examination,qRT-PCR,and western blotting were performed to analyze the body weight,blood biochemistry,and expression changes of genes and proteins related to glucose and lipid metabolism during different fasting periods.Results Prolonged fasting significantly reduced the body weight,blood glucose,and triglyceride levels of rats;increased the blood ketone level,and replaced glucose as the main energy substance in the body.There are temporal and tissue-specific changes as a whole.Hepatic and renal gluconeogenesis play major roles respectively during different fasting periods.As the fasting time prolongs,the level of hepatic gluconeogenesis gradually decreases,the content of FFA in the blood increases,the expression level of genes related to fat synthesis decreases,fatty acid oxidation is enhanced,and the expression level of the key gene HMGCS2 for ketone body generation increases.Conclusion During prolonged fasting,there is a significant conversion of glucose-ketone energy supply substrates,and a new steady state of energy metabolism mainly supplied by ketone bodies is formed within 2-5 days of fasting.The body maintains a low metabolic state by regulating changes in key genes in pathways such as glucose and lipid metabolism.
2.Trends in drug resistance of Mycobacterium tuberculosis at a hospital in Xiamen: a 10-year analysis (2015-2024)
Yinghui YANG ; Dinghui WU ; Weicong2 REN ; Yuxiang CHEN ; Yu2 PANG ; Xiangyang YAO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases 2025;18(3):193-198
Objective:To analyze the drug resistance status of Mycobacterium tuberculosis(MTB)at a hospital in Xiamen over the past decade. Methods:Sputum culture-positive specimens of tuberculosis patients from Xiamen Xinglin Hospital from 2015 to 2024 were collected retrospectively. Isolates were identified as MTB complex and subjected to drug susceptibility testing. Drug resistance patterns and trends over the study period were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi-square trend tests in SPSS 27.0 and GraphPad Prism 8.0.Results:Among 3 883 MTB isolates analyzed,1 132(29.15%)exhibited resistance to at least one drug. The highest rates of resistance to individual first-line drugs were observed for isoniazid(INH,16.04%),streptomycin(SM,15.43%),and rifampicin(RFP,12.28%). Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis(MDR-TB)was identified in 380 isolates(9.79%). The predominant MDR resistance patterns were INH+RFP+SM(2.34%),INH+RFP(1.65%),and INH+RFP+SM+ethambutol(EMB)(1.03%). Polyresistance was found in 188 isolates(4.84%),the predominant patterns were INH+SM(1.49%),INH+fluoroquinolone(FQs)(0.31%),and INH+para-aminosalicylic acid(PAS)(0.31%). Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis(XDR-TB)was detected in 49 isolates(1.26%). From 2015 to 2024,significant decreasing trends were observed for overall drug resistance( χ2=8.858, P=0.003),MDR( χ2=15.692, P<0.001),and RFP resistance( χ2=21.627, P<0.001). In contrast,fluoroquinolone(FQs)resistance showed no significant trend( χ2=0.149, P=0.699). Among RFP resistant and MDR isolates,FQs resistance rates were notably high at 33.12%(158/477)and 36.84%(140/380),respectively. Conclusions:The MTB resistance situation in the hospital has gradually declined in the past 10 years,but the resistance situation remains severe,and clinical attention needs to be strengthened on the use of FQs.
3.Network Meta-analysis of the effects of non-invasive traditional Chinese medicine techniques on primary dysmenorrhea care
Yinghui WU ; Lizhi XU ; Zhixin ZHAO ; Ruichun HAO ; Xiaohui FU
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(10):773-782
Objective:To evaluate the differences in total effectiveness, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores, and Cox Menstrual Symptom Scale (CMSS) scores among four non-invasive Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) techniques: moxibustion, massage therapy, acupoint application, and auricular acupressure, for the care of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) using network Meta-analysis, providing evidence-based guidance for clinical decision-making.Methods:Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving the four non-invasive TCM techniques for PD care were retrieved from databases including China National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP, Wanfang, SinoMed, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library up to November 30, 2023. Network Meta-analysis was conducted using RevMan 5.4 and Stata 17.0.Results:A total of 83 studies involving 8 370 PD patients were included. The network Meta-analysis showed that all four TCM techniques were superior to control measures in terms of total effectiveness and reducing VAS scores. Moxibustion, acupoint application, and auricular acupressure were also superior in reducing CMSS scores. Ranking of the effects of different interventions: total effectiveness: auricular acupressure > moxibustion > acupoint application > massage therapy > acupuncture > Chinese patent medicine > Western medicine > blank control > placebo treatment; VAS scores: moxibustion > auricular acupressure > acupoint application > acupuncture > placebo treatment > massage therapy > Western medicine > Chinese patent medicine > blank control; CMSS scores: auricular acupressure > moxibustion > acupuncture > placebo treatment > acupoint application > Western medicine > blank control.Conclusions:The four non-invasive TCM techniques have significant advantages in PD care, with auricular acupressure and moxibustion being the preferred choices for clinical care.
4.Expert consensus on non-surgical treatment for acute lateral ankle sprain (version 2025)
Hui CHE ; Wenge DING ; Shiming FENG ; Xueping GU ; Qinwei GUO ; Jianchao GUI ; Yinghui HUA ; Yuefeng HAO ; Qinglin HAN ; Bo HU ; Xiaojun LIANG ; Guoping LI ; Yunxia LI ; Qi LI ; Yanlin LI ; Xin MA ; Jun MA ; Xudong MIAO ; Jianzhong QIN ; Xiaodong QIN ; Xu SUN ; Kefu SUN ; Weidong SONG ; Dai SHI ; Zhongmin SHI ; Youlun TAO ; Xu WANG ; Youhua WANG ; Liheng WANG ; Anli WANG ; Aiguo WANG ; Weidong WU ; Yajun XU ; Weidong XU ; Renjie XU ; Yongsheng XU ; Tengbo YU ; Lianqi YAN ; Xiaodong YUAN ; Yuan ZHU ; Mingzhu ZHANG ; Hongtao ZHANG ; Xintao ZHANG ; Xiaofei ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2025;41(6):517-529
Acute lateral ankle sprain (ALAS) is one of the most common sport injuries, with high incidence, recurrence and disability rates. Currently, exercise rehabilitation-based non-surgical treatment is the primary management approach for ALAS. However, there remain improper practices such as excessive immobilization or uncontrolled activity, which contribute to recurrent sprains and chronic ankle instability, significantly impairing patients′ athletic function and quality of life. To standardize the non-surgical management of ALAS, improve the cure rates, and reduce the recurrence and disability rates, Chinese Sports Rehabilitation Medicine Training Project of Chinese Medical Association, Foot and Ankle Basics and Orthopedics Group, Orthopedic Branch of Chinese Medical Doctor Association, and Sports Medicine Branch of Jiangsu Medical Association organized relevant experts to formulate Expert consensus on non-surgical treatment for acute lateral ankle sprain ( version 2025), following the principles of scientific vigor, practicality, and innovation. Thirteen recommendations were proposed for standardized treatment protocols across different healing phases, aiming to provide references for standard management of ALAS and improve the therapeutic outcomes.
5.Exploring the effect of modified Renshen Wumei Decoction on intestinal mucosal barrier in diarrhea rats based on TLR4/MyD88/pNF-κBp65 signaling pathway
Zhiwei GUAN ; Qiong ZHAO ; Jianli QIU ; Yan XU ; Qinwan HUANG ; Hongyun ZHOU ; Junqi ZHAO ; Yinghui WU
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(7):944-952
Objective To investigate the effect of Modified Renshen Wumei Decoction on the TLR4/MyD88/pNF-κBp65 signaling pathway and elucidate the potential mechanism by which this formula repairs the intestinal mucosal barrier in diarrheal rats.Methods Twelve rats were randomly selected from a total of 48 rats to serve as the blank control group(CK),while the remaining 36 rats were used to establish a disease model via a compound method.After 14 days of model preparation,the rats were randomly divided into three groups:the model group(MC),the western medicine group(MV),and the traditional Chinese medicine group(MRWD).Each of the four groups(including CK)received corresponding interventions for 7 days.The concentrations of serum diamine oxidase(DAO),D-lactic acid(D-Lac),interleukin-1β(IL-1β),IL-6,IL-10,tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α),mucin 2(MUC2),MUC4,MUC6,and colonic homogenate secretory immunoglobulin A(SIgA)were measured using ELISA.Additionally,the protein and gene expressions of colonic toll-like receptor 4(TLR4),myeloid differentiation primary response 88(MyD88),phosphorylated nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells p65(pNF-κBp65),occludin,claudin-1,and zonula occludens-1(ZO-1)were analyzed by Western blot and RT-PCR.Results(1)Intestinal mucosal injury markers:Compared with the blank group,the serum levels of DAO and D-Lac in the model group were significantly increased(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,both the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group significantly decreased the serum levels of DAO(P<0.001),while the traditional Chinese medicine group also significantly reduced the serum levels of D-Lac(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the changes of DAO and D-Lac serum levels between the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group(P>0.05).(2)Inflammatory indicators:Compared with the blank group,the model group exhibited significant upregulation of TLR4,MyD88,pNF-κ Bp65 protein and gene expression,as well as serum levels of IL-1β,IL-6,and TNF-α(P<0.05),along with a significant decrease in IL-10 serum levels(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,both the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group significantly downregulated TLR4,MyD88,pNF-κBp65 protein and gene expression,as well as serum levels of IL-1β,IL-6,and TNF-α(P<0.05),and significantly upregulated IL-10 serum levels(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in serum levels of TLR4,MyD88,pNF-κBp65 protein,gene expression,and IL-1β,IL-6,IL-10,and TNF-α between the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group(P>0.05).(3)Intestinal mucosal barrier factors:Compared with the blank group,the model group exhibited significant downregulation in MUC2,MUC6,SIgA content,as well as Claudin-1,ZO-1 protein and gene expression,and Occludin protein expression(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,both Chinese and Western medicine groups significantly upregulated the content of MUC2 and SIgA,as well as the protein and gene expression of Claudin-1 and ZO-1(P<0.05).The traditional Chinese medicine group also significantly increased the content of MUC6 and Occludin protein expression(P<0.05).No significant differ-ences were observed between the Chinese and Western medicine groups in terms of MUC2,MUC6,SIgA serum content,and Claudin-1 and ZO-1 gene expression(P>0.05).However,the Western medicine group showed better Claudin-1 protein expression than the Chinese medicine group(P<0.05),while the ZO-1 protein expression was higher in the traditional Chinese medicine group compared to the Western medicine group(P<0.05).Conclusion Modified Renshen Wumei Decoction exerts an intestinal mucosal barrier repair effect in diarrhea rats by modulating the TLR4/MyD88/pNF-κBp65 signaling pathway.
6.Network Meta-analysis of the effects of non-invasive traditional Chinese medicine techniques on primary dysmenorrhea care
Yinghui WU ; Lizhi XU ; Zhixin ZHAO ; Ruichun HAO ; Xiaohui FU
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(10):773-782
Objective:To evaluate the differences in total effectiveness, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) scores, and Cox Menstrual Symptom Scale (CMSS) scores among four non-invasive Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) techniques: moxibustion, massage therapy, acupoint application, and auricular acupressure, for the care of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) using network Meta-analysis, providing evidence-based guidance for clinical decision-making.Methods:Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving the four non-invasive TCM techniques for PD care were retrieved from databases including China National Knowledge Infrastructure, VIP, Wanfang, SinoMed, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library up to November 30, 2023. Network Meta-analysis was conducted using RevMan 5.4 and Stata 17.0.Results:A total of 83 studies involving 8 370 PD patients were included. The network Meta-analysis showed that all four TCM techniques were superior to control measures in terms of total effectiveness and reducing VAS scores. Moxibustion, acupoint application, and auricular acupressure were also superior in reducing CMSS scores. Ranking of the effects of different interventions: total effectiveness: auricular acupressure > moxibustion > acupoint application > massage therapy > acupuncture > Chinese patent medicine > Western medicine > blank control > placebo treatment; VAS scores: moxibustion > auricular acupressure > acupoint application > acupuncture > placebo treatment > massage therapy > Western medicine > Chinese patent medicine > blank control; CMSS scores: auricular acupressure > moxibustion > acupuncture > placebo treatment > acupoint application > Western medicine > blank control.Conclusions:The four non-invasive TCM techniques have significant advantages in PD care, with auricular acupressure and moxibustion being the preferred choices for clinical care.
7.Exploring the effect of modified Renshen Wumei Decoction on intestinal mucosal barrier in diarrhea rats based on TLR4/MyD88/pNF-κBp65 signaling pathway
Zhiwei GUAN ; Qiong ZHAO ; Jianli QIU ; Yan XU ; Qinwan HUANG ; Hongyun ZHOU ; Junqi ZHAO ; Yinghui WU
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2025;41(7):944-952
Objective To investigate the effect of Modified Renshen Wumei Decoction on the TLR4/MyD88/pNF-κBp65 signaling pathway and elucidate the potential mechanism by which this formula repairs the intestinal mucosal barrier in diarrheal rats.Methods Twelve rats were randomly selected from a total of 48 rats to serve as the blank control group(CK),while the remaining 36 rats were used to establish a disease model via a compound method.After 14 days of model preparation,the rats were randomly divided into three groups:the model group(MC),the western medicine group(MV),and the traditional Chinese medicine group(MRWD).Each of the four groups(including CK)received corresponding interventions for 7 days.The concentrations of serum diamine oxidase(DAO),D-lactic acid(D-Lac),interleukin-1β(IL-1β),IL-6,IL-10,tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α),mucin 2(MUC2),MUC4,MUC6,and colonic homogenate secretory immunoglobulin A(SIgA)were measured using ELISA.Additionally,the protein and gene expressions of colonic toll-like receptor 4(TLR4),myeloid differentiation primary response 88(MyD88),phosphorylated nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells p65(pNF-κBp65),occludin,claudin-1,and zonula occludens-1(ZO-1)were analyzed by Western blot and RT-PCR.Results(1)Intestinal mucosal injury markers:Compared with the blank group,the serum levels of DAO and D-Lac in the model group were significantly increased(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,both the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group significantly decreased the serum levels of DAO(P<0.001),while the traditional Chinese medicine group also significantly reduced the serum levels of D-Lac(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the changes of DAO and D-Lac serum levels between the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group(P>0.05).(2)Inflammatory indicators:Compared with the blank group,the model group exhibited significant upregulation of TLR4,MyD88,pNF-κ Bp65 protein and gene expression,as well as serum levels of IL-1β,IL-6,and TNF-α(P<0.05),along with a significant decrease in IL-10 serum levels(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,both the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group significantly downregulated TLR4,MyD88,pNF-κBp65 protein and gene expression,as well as serum levels of IL-1β,IL-6,and TNF-α(P<0.05),and significantly upregulated IL-10 serum levels(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in serum levels of TLR4,MyD88,pNF-κBp65 protein,gene expression,and IL-1β,IL-6,IL-10,and TNF-α between the Chinese medicine group and Western medicine group(P>0.05).(3)Intestinal mucosal barrier factors:Compared with the blank group,the model group exhibited significant downregulation in MUC2,MUC6,SIgA content,as well as Claudin-1,ZO-1 protein and gene expression,and Occludin protein expression(P<0.05).Compared with the model group,both Chinese and Western medicine groups significantly upregulated the content of MUC2 and SIgA,as well as the protein and gene expression of Claudin-1 and ZO-1(P<0.05).The traditional Chinese medicine group also significantly increased the content of MUC6 and Occludin protein expression(P<0.05).No significant differ-ences were observed between the Chinese and Western medicine groups in terms of MUC2,MUC6,SIgA serum content,and Claudin-1 and ZO-1 gene expression(P>0.05).However,the Western medicine group showed better Claudin-1 protein expression than the Chinese medicine group(P<0.05),while the ZO-1 protein expression was higher in the traditional Chinese medicine group compared to the Western medicine group(P<0.05).Conclusion Modified Renshen Wumei Decoction exerts an intestinal mucosal barrier repair effect in diarrhea rats by modulating the TLR4/MyD88/pNF-κBp65 signaling pathway.
8.Expert consensus on non-surgical treatment for acute lateral ankle sprain (version 2025)
Hui CHE ; Wenge DING ; Shiming FENG ; Xueping GU ; Qinwei GUO ; Jianchao GUI ; Yinghui HUA ; Yuefeng HAO ; Qinglin HAN ; Bo HU ; Xiaojun LIANG ; Guoping LI ; Yunxia LI ; Qi LI ; Yanlin LI ; Xin MA ; Jun MA ; Xudong MIAO ; Jianzhong QIN ; Xiaodong QIN ; Xu SUN ; Kefu SUN ; Weidong SONG ; Dai SHI ; Zhongmin SHI ; Youlun TAO ; Xu WANG ; Youhua WANG ; Liheng WANG ; Anli WANG ; Aiguo WANG ; Weidong WU ; Yajun XU ; Weidong XU ; Renjie XU ; Yongsheng XU ; Tengbo YU ; Lianqi YAN ; Xiaodong YUAN ; Yuan ZHU ; Mingzhu ZHANG ; Hongtao ZHANG ; Xintao ZHANG ; Xiaofei ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2025;41(6):517-529
Acute lateral ankle sprain (ALAS) is one of the most common sport injuries, with high incidence, recurrence and disability rates. Currently, exercise rehabilitation-based non-surgical treatment is the primary management approach for ALAS. However, there remain improper practices such as excessive immobilization or uncontrolled activity, which contribute to recurrent sprains and chronic ankle instability, significantly impairing patients′ athletic function and quality of life. To standardize the non-surgical management of ALAS, improve the cure rates, and reduce the recurrence and disability rates, Chinese Sports Rehabilitation Medicine Training Project of Chinese Medical Association, Foot and Ankle Basics and Orthopedics Group, Orthopedic Branch of Chinese Medical Doctor Association, and Sports Medicine Branch of Jiangsu Medical Association organized relevant experts to formulate Expert consensus on non-surgical treatment for acute lateral ankle sprain ( version 2025), following the principles of scientific vigor, practicality, and innovation. Thirteen recommendations were proposed for standardized treatment protocols across different healing phases, aiming to provide references for standard management of ALAS and improve the therapeutic outcomes.
9.Trends in drug resistance of Mycobacterium tuberculosis at a hospital in Xiamen: a 10-year analysis (2015-2024)
Yinghui YANG ; Dinghui WU ; Weicong2 REN ; Yuxiang CHEN ; Yu2 PANG ; Xiangyang YAO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases 2025;18(3):193-198
Objective:To analyze the drug resistance status of Mycobacterium tuberculosis(MTB)at a hospital in Xiamen over the past decade. Methods:Sputum culture-positive specimens of tuberculosis patients from Xiamen Xinglin Hospital from 2015 to 2024 were collected retrospectively. Isolates were identified as MTB complex and subjected to drug susceptibility testing. Drug resistance patterns and trends over the study period were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi-square trend tests in SPSS 27.0 and GraphPad Prism 8.0.Results:Among 3 883 MTB isolates analyzed,1 132(29.15%)exhibited resistance to at least one drug. The highest rates of resistance to individual first-line drugs were observed for isoniazid(INH,16.04%),streptomycin(SM,15.43%),and rifampicin(RFP,12.28%). Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis(MDR-TB)was identified in 380 isolates(9.79%). The predominant MDR resistance patterns were INH+RFP+SM(2.34%),INH+RFP(1.65%),and INH+RFP+SM+ethambutol(EMB)(1.03%). Polyresistance was found in 188 isolates(4.84%),the predominant patterns were INH+SM(1.49%),INH+fluoroquinolone(FQs)(0.31%),and INH+para-aminosalicylic acid(PAS)(0.31%). Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis(XDR-TB)was detected in 49 isolates(1.26%). From 2015 to 2024,significant decreasing trends were observed for overall drug resistance( χ2=8.858, P=0.003),MDR( χ2=15.692, P<0.001),and RFP resistance( χ2=21.627, P<0.001). In contrast,fluoroquinolone(FQs)resistance showed no significant trend( χ2=0.149, P=0.699). Among RFP resistant and MDR isolates,FQs resistance rates were notably high at 33.12%(158/477)and 36.84%(140/380),respectively. Conclusions:The MTB resistance situation in the hospital has gradually declined in the past 10 years,but the resistance situation remains severe,and clinical attention needs to be strengthened on the use of FQs.
10.Investigation of the relationship between metformin and sarcopenia-related traits based on Mendelian randomization
Yue ZHU ; Yinghui JU ; Yuying YANG ; Menglin WANG ; Rui WU
China Pharmacy 2024;35(22):2793-2798
OBJECTIVE To investigate the relationship between metformin and sarcopenia-related traits. METHODS Based on the data from publicly genome-wide association study-related databases, using single nucleotide polymorphisms strongly associated with metformin as instrumental variables, the two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis methods [inverse variance weighting (IVW) method, MR-Egger regression method and weighted median estimator method] were employed to investigate the relationship between metformin and three sarcopenia-related traits (low grip strength, muscle mass and walking speed). Cochran’s Q test was used to assess heterogeneity, MR-Egger intercept test was used to detect horizontal pleiotropy, and leave-one-out analysis was performed for sensitivity analysis. RESULTS The results of IVW method showed that metformin use was significantly associated with an increased risk of low grip strength (β=1.550, 95%CI was 0.389-2.711, P=0.009) and reduced limb muscle mass (right leg lean body mass: β=-0.665, 95%CI was -1.018--0.312, P<0.001; left leg lean body mass: β=-0.710, 95%CI was -1.049--0.371,P<0.001; right arm lean body mass: β=-0.471, 95%CI was -0.890--0.053, P=0.027; left arm lean body mass: β=-0.463, 95%CI was -0.865--0.061, P=0.024),but was not associated with walking speed. The results or causal effects of the other two methods are consistent with it. The Cochran’s Q test indicated some degree of heterogeneity in the result of this study. No horizontal pleiotropy was detected by the MR-Egger intercept test. The sensitivity analysis suggested that the results of this study were stable. CONCLUSIONS Metformin may increase the risk of sarcopenia.

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