1.Severe Hypertriglyceridemia-Induced Acute Pancreatitis in Pregnancy: A Case Report and Review of Management
Shaleela Mohd Esha ; Chua Yi Jiang ; Wong Hui Chin ; Ooi Xin Yi ; Yong Sy Liang
Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies 2026;41(S1):65-
Introduction:
Severe hypertriglyceridemia during pregnancy is a rare
yet potentially life-threatening disorder. It is frequently
linked to acute pancreatitis and poses considerable risks
for both maternal and fetal morbidity.
Case:
We report a 35-year-old G4P3 female at 33 + 6 weeks
gestation with underlying type 2 diabetes mellitus who
presented with acute abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting,
and poor oral intake, initially mistaken for preterm labor
and sepsis. Further evaluation revealed profound hypertriglyceridemia (triglycerides 79.1 mmol/L) with markedly
elevated total cholesterol (>32 mmol/L) and raised serum
amylase, consistent with hypertriglyceridemia-induced
acute pancreatitis. She was managed in a multidisciplinary
setting with intravenous insulin infusion, dextrose supplementation, aggressive fluid resuscitation, and empiric
antibiotics. Due to clinical deterioration and ongoing risk of
maternal complications, she underwent emergency lower
segment caesarean section and exploratory laparotomy
at 34 weeks of gestation. Intraoperative findings included
inflammatory intra-abdominal fluid and a bulky pancreas,
supporting the diagnosis. Rapid biochemical improvement was observed following treatment, with triglyceride levels
decreasing by approximately 70% within 24 hours (79.1–
24.0 mmol/L) and achieving >90% reduction over 10 days.
Postpartum management included initiation of omega-3
fatty acids, fibrate, and statin therapy, resulting in sustained
lipid control. Ophthalmologic examination demonstrated
lipemia retinalis, further confirming severe dyslipidemia.
Conclusion
This case highlights the importance of early recognition of
severe hypertriglyceridemia in pregnancy, particularly in
patients with metabolic risk factors such as diabetes. Prompt
initiation of insulin therapy can achieve rapid triglyceride
reduction and may obviate the need for plasmapheresis in
selected cases. Delivery should be considered in the setting
of maternal instability. Long-term lipid management
postpartum is essential for preventing recurrence and
reducing future metabolic risk. A multidisciplinary
approach remains critical in optimizing both maternal and
fetal outcomes in this rare but serious condition.
Female
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Pregnancy
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Acute Disease
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Pancreatitis
2.Erratum: Author Correction: Targeting of AUF1 to vascular endothelial cells as a novel anti-aging therapy.
Jian HE ; Ya-Feng JIANG ; Liu LIANG ; Du-Jin WANG ; Wen-Xin WEI ; Pan-Pan JI ; Yao-Chan HUANG ; Hui SONG ; Xiao-Ling LU ; Yong-Xiang ZHAO
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology 2025;22(9):834-834
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.11909/j.issn.1671-5411.2017.08.005.].
3.The cutting-edge progress of novel biomedicines in ovulatory dysfunction therapy.
Xuzhi LIANG ; Shiyu ZHANG ; Dahai LI ; Hao LIANG ; Yueping YAO ; Xiuhong XIA ; Hang YU ; Mingyang JIANG ; Ying YANG ; Ming GAO ; Lin LIAO ; Jiangtao FAN
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B 2025;15(10):5145-5166
Ovulatory dysfunction (OD) is one of the main causes of infertility in women of childbearing age, which not only affects their reproductive ability, but also physical and mental health. Traditional treatment strategies have limited efficacies, and the emergence of biomedicines provides a promising alternative solution via the strategies of combining engineered design with modern advanced technology. This review explores the pathophysiological characteristics and related induction mechanisms of OD, and evaluates the current cutting-edge advances in its treatments. It emphasizes the potentials of biomedicines strategies such as hydrogels, nanoparticles and extracellular vesicles in improving therapeutic precision and efficacy. By mimicking natural physiological processes, and achieving controlled drug release, these advanced drug carriers are expected to address the challenges in ovarian microenvironment reprogramming, tissue repair, and metabolic and immune regulation. Despite the promising progress, there are still challenges in terms of biomedical complexity, differences between animal models and human physiology, and the demand for intelligent drug carriers in the therapy of OD. Future researches are mainly dedicated to developing precise personalized biomedicines in OD therapy through interdisciplinary collaboration, promoting the development of reproductive regenerative medicine.
4.Effect of Modified Yiyi Fuzi Baijiang Powder on intestinal mucosal permeability and expression of AQP3, AQP4 in ulcerative colitis rats.
Wen-Xiao LI ; Jiang CHEN ; Zhi-Cheng HE ; Lu-Rong ZHANG ; Guo-Qiang LIANG ; Xing-Xing JIANG ; Yong-Na WEI ; Qin ZHOU
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2025;50(14):3962-3968
This study investigated the therapeutic effects and mechanisms of Modified Yiyi Fuzi Baijiang Powder on ulcerative colitis(UC) in rats from the perspective of dampness. SD rats were randomly allocated into six groups(n=10): control, model, mesalazine, and Modified Yiyi Fuzi Baijiang Powder at low(3.96 g·kg~(-1)·d~(-1)), medium(7.92 g·kg~(-1)·d~(-1)), and high(15.84 g·kg~(-1)·d~(-1)) doses. UC was induced in all groups except the control by administration with 3% dextran sulfate sodium(DSS) solution for 7 days. The disease activity index(DAI) was recorded, and the colon tissue was collected for analysis. Histopathological changes were assessed by hematoxylin-eosin staining. Serum levels of D-lactic acid(D-LA) and diamine oxidase(DAO) were measured by ELISA. Immunohistochemistry and PCR were employed to evaluate the expression of aquaporins(AQP3, AQP4) and tight junction proteins [zonula occludens-1(ZO-1) and occludin] at both protein and mRNA levels. Compared with the control group, the model group showed an increased DAI scores(P<0.05), intestinal mucosal damage, elevated serum levels of DAO and D-LA(P<0.05), and decreased expression of AQP3, AQP4, ZO-1, and occludin(P<0.05). Treatment with Modified Yiyi Fuzi Baijiang Powder reduced the DAI scores(P<0.05), lowered the serum levels of D-LA and DAO(P<0.05), and upregulated the expression of AQP3, AQP4, ZO-1, and occludin at both protein and mRNA levels compared with the model group. These findings suggest that Modified Yiyi Fuzi Baijiang Powder exerts therapeutic effects on UC by reducing the intestinal mucosal permeability, promoting colonic mucosal repair, and regulating abnormal intestinal water metabolism, which may involve the upregulation of AQP3 and AQP4 expression.
Animals
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Colitis, Ulcerative/genetics*
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Drugs, Chinese Herbal/administration & dosage*
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Rats, Sprague-Dawley
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Rats
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Intestinal Mucosa/metabolism*
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Male
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Aquaporin 3/metabolism*
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Aquaporin 4/metabolism*
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Permeability/drug effects*
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Humans
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Powders
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Intestinal Barrier Function
5.Deep stimulation lateral cerebellar nucleus enhances synaptic plasticity after medial prefrontal cortex injury in rat
Chengguo JIANG ; Yong LIANG ; Guangzhi HAO ; Yushu DONG
Chinese Journal of Neuroanatomy 2025;41(5):613-618
Objective:To evaluate the effect of deep brain stimulation(DBS)of the lateral cerebellar nucleus(LCN)on synaptic plasticity in a traumatic brain injury(TBI)rat model of the medial prefrontal cortex(mPFC).Methods:A controllable mPFC injury rat model was prepared using a hydraulic impact method.Two weeks after inju-ry,stimulation electrodes were implanted into the left LCN.Electrical stimulation was initiated at the 4th week after injury and continued for 30 days.The learning and memory function of the rats was evaluated using the Morris water maze.RT-qPCR and Western blot were used to detect the mRNA and protein expressions of brain-derived neurotrophic factor(BDNF),postsynaptic density protein 95(PSD95),and growth-associated protein 43(GAP43)in the mPFC region.Results:The learning and memory function of the mPFC-injured rats significantly decreased.The expressions of BDNF,PSD95,and GAP43 in mPFC decreased.DBS treatment significantly enhanced the learning and memory ability of mPFC-injured rats,and simultaneously upregulated the expressions of BDNF,PSD95,and GAP43 in mPFC.Conclusion:LCN DBS is an effective method for treating cognitive impairment caused by TBI,and it may achieve this through activating the neural plasticity mechanism of the mPFC.
6.Deep stimulation lateral cerebellar nucleus enhances synaptic plasticity after medial prefrontal cortex injury in rat
Chengguo JIANG ; Yong LIANG ; Guangzhi HAO ; Yushu DONG
Chinese Journal of Neuroanatomy 2025;41(5):613-618
Objective:To evaluate the effect of deep brain stimulation(DBS)of the lateral cerebellar nucleus(LCN)on synaptic plasticity in a traumatic brain injury(TBI)rat model of the medial prefrontal cortex(mPFC).Methods:A controllable mPFC injury rat model was prepared using a hydraulic impact method.Two weeks after inju-ry,stimulation electrodes were implanted into the left LCN.Electrical stimulation was initiated at the 4th week after injury and continued for 30 days.The learning and memory function of the rats was evaluated using the Morris water maze.RT-qPCR and Western blot were used to detect the mRNA and protein expressions of brain-derived neurotrophic factor(BDNF),postsynaptic density protein 95(PSD95),and growth-associated protein 43(GAP43)in the mPFC region.Results:The learning and memory function of the mPFC-injured rats significantly decreased.The expressions of BDNF,PSD95,and GAP43 in mPFC decreased.DBS treatment significantly enhanced the learning and memory ability of mPFC-injured rats,and simultaneously upregulated the expressions of BDNF,PSD95,and GAP43 in mPFC.Conclusion:LCN DBS is an effective method for treating cognitive impairment caused by TBI,and it may achieve this through activating the neural plasticity mechanism of the mPFC.
7.Efficacy and safety of a facilitated percutaneous coronary intervention with half-dose recombinant staphylokinase in ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction
Tian-yu WU ; Wen-hao ZHANG ; Peng-sheng CHEN ; Chen LI ; Tian WU ; Zhan LÜ ; Tong WANG ; Kun LIU ; Zhi-wen TAO ; Xiao-xuan GONG ; Liang YUAN ; Yong LI ; Bo CHEN ; Xin CHEN ; Zeng-guang CHEN ; Nai-quan YANG ; Yuan-yuan SANG ; Xiao-yan WANG ; Bai-hong LI ; Li ZHU ; Guo-yu WANG ; Xin ZHAO ; Chuan LU ; Jun JIANG ; Rui-na HAO ; Chun-jian LI
Chinese Journal of Interventional Cardiology 2025;33(8):431-438
Objective To investigate the clinical efficacy and safety of facilitated percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI)with half-dose recombinant staphylokinase(r-SAK)in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction(STEMI)who are expected to undergo PCI within 120 minutes.Methods From October 2021 to August 2022,a total of 200 STEMI patients in eight centers were included and randomly assigned in a 1﹕1 ratio to either r-SAK group or control group.Patients received loading doses of aspirin and ticagrelor and intravenous heparin and were randomized to receive an intravenous bolus of either 5 mg r-SAK or normal saline prior to PCI.The outcomes were set as ST-segment resolution(STR)at 60-90 minutes after PCI,the proportion and transition of pathological Q waves on the 5th day after PCI,and the proportion of high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T(hs-cTnT)peaking within 12 hours of onset.The safety outcome was major bleeding events defined as Bleeding Academic Research Consortium(BARC)≥type 3 bleeding during hospitalization.Results Compared with the control group,the r-SAK group had a higher proportion of STR≥70%within 60-90 minutes after PCI(58.3%vs.40.3%,P=0.009);a lower proportion of pathological Q waves(59.1%vs.74.1%,P=0.040);a lower rate of Q wave progression(14.8%vs.43.2%,P<0.001);a higher rate of Q wave disappearance(12.5%vs.3.7%,P=0.027);and a higher proportion of hs-cTnT peaking within 12 hours of symptom onset[31/40(77.5%)vs.17/33(51.5%),P=0.027].Regarding the safety outcome,no significant difference in BARC≥type 3 bleeding was found between the two groups during hospitalization(P>0.05).Conclusions For STEMI patients who were expected to undergo primary PCI within 120 minutes of symptom onset,the facilitated PCI with half-dose r-SAK significantly increased the proportion of STR≥70%at 60-90 minutes after PCI,reduced the formation of pathological Q waves,and shortened the time to peak hs-cTnT,without increasing the risk of bleeding,which should be an alternative reperfusion strategy worthy of further study.
8.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.
9.Study on Colorimetric Sensor Array Based on Enzymatic Method for Highly Selective Detection of Sarin
Lian-Bo JIANG ; Guo-Hong LIU ; Zhuang-Hu XU ; Jian LI ; Yong-Ling SHEN ; Cai-Xia XU ; Chuan-Qin ZANG ; Yan-Hua XIAO ; Dan-Ping LI ; Ting LIANG
Chinese Journal of Analytical Chemistry 2025;53(5):832-841,中插21-中插23
Sarin(GB)is a typical representative of nerve agents with high toxicity,and very low amount can cause death.GB can cause water and atmospheric environment poisoning,so the detection of GB in water and air is of great significance.In this work,a colorimetric sensor array(CSA)based on GB inhibition of cholinesterase activity was constructed to detect GB with high selectivity.A 4×4 colorimetric array was constructed using acetylcholinesterase(AChE),butyryl cholinesterase(BuChE)and the corresponding substrate acetylthiocholine iodide(S-ACh),butyryl thiocholine iodide(S-BCh),acetylcholine chloride(ACh),butyryl choline chloride(BCh)and 2,6-dichloroindophenol ethyl ester(DCIE).The linear curve of the sensor was Y=131.3×lgC+271.6(R2=0.997),where Y was the array response Euclidean distance,C was the concentration of GB(mg/L),the linear range was 0.03?0.32 mg/L,and the detection limit was 27.6 μg/L.The method could effectively distinguish chemical warfare agents(CWA)such as VX,Soman(GD),mustard gas(HD),Louie reagent(L),and had high anti-interference ability,sensitivity and good repeatability.It was successfully applied to the detection of GB in simulated water and simulated air samples,and the sample recovery rate was 97.2% ?100.9%.This method would be potentially applied to the field rapid detection of nerve agents.
10.MAKO robot-and navigation-assisted knee replacement:comparison of lower limb force alignment and prosthesis position accuracy
Tao JIANG ; Chuankai ZHANG ; Liang HAO ; Yong LIU
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2025;29(33):7150-7157
BACKGROUND:Knee replacement is a successful technology for treating severe knee diseases,but there are still problems such as low surgical precision,long operation time,and long postoperative recovery period.The clinical application of intelligent orthopedic robots can solve these problems and make knee replacement technology more optimized.OBJECTIVE:To compare the efficacy of MAKO robot-assisted knee replacement with navigation knee replacement.METHODS:Twenty-five patients treated with MAKO robot-assisted knee replacement in Xuzhou Renci Hospital from January to December 2022 were selected as observation group.100 patients treated with navigation knee replacement during the same period were selected as the control group.Perioperative related indexes of the two groups were compared,including planned and actual medial proximal tibial angle,distal lateral femoral angle,hip-knee-ankle angle,visual analog scale score,joint range of motion,American Knee Society functional score,and Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index score before and 3 months after surgery.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:(1)The operation time of observation group was significantly longer than that of the control group(P<0.05),and the intraoperative blood loss was significantly less(P<0.05).(2)The difference of medial proximal tibial angle,distal lateral femoral angle,and hip-knee-ankle angle in observation group was significantly lower than that in the control group(P<0.05).(3)Three months after surgery,visual analog scale score in both groups was lower than that before surgery(P<0.05);range of motion in both groups was higher than that before surgery(P<0.05).Visual analog scale score in observation group was significantly lower than that in the control group,and range of motion in observation group was significantly higher than that in the control group(P<0.05).(4)Three months after surgery,the clinical and functional scores of American Knee Society in both groups were higher than those before surgery(P<0.05),and those in observation group were significantly higher than those in the control group(P<0.05).(5)Three months after surgery,the scores of function,stiffness and pain of Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index in both groups were lower than those before surgery(P<0.05),and the scores in observation group were significantly lower than those in the control group(P<0.05).(6)It is indicated that compared with navigational knee replacement,MAKO robot-assisted knee replacement can decrease intraoperative blood loss,reduce lower limb force line and prosthesis position error,help to accurately place prosthesis,achieve planned force line,diminish postoperative pain,improve knee motion,and promote the recovery of knee function.


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