1.Influencing factors for recompensation and its impact on the prognosis in patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis
Danqing XU ; Haiwen LI ; Huan MU ; Yingyuan ZHANG ; Caifen SA ; Li LIU ; Yongrui YANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(1):90-100
ObjectiveTo investigate the influencing factors for recompensation in patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis, as well as the impact of recompensation on the prognosis of such patients, and to provide a basis for early identification of high-risk patients in clinical practice. MethodsA retrospective analysis was performed for the clinical data of patients who attended The Third People’s Hospital of Kunming from January 2016 to December 2022 and were diagnosed with decompensated liver cirrhosis due to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, alcoholic hepatitis, and autoimmune hepatitis, and they were divided into recompensation group and persistent decompensation group. To control for confounding factors, whether recompensation occurred was used as the rouping variable,and BMI, alcohol consumption history, HIV infection history, TG, CHOL, LDL, and HDL were used as covariates. The propensity score was calculated, and 1:1 nearest neighbor matching was performed with a caliper value of 0.1. After propensity score matching, the recompensation group and the persistent decompensation group with relatively balanced covariates were obtained. Univariate and multivariate Cox proportional-hazards regression model analyses were used to investigate the influencing factors for recompensation; the “rms” package was used to establish a nomogram; the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was plotted to calculate the area under the ROC curve (AUC); the Hosmer-Lemeshow test was used to assess the goodness of fit of the model; the “Calibration Curves” package was used to plot calibration curves for model assessment. The Kaplan-Meier method was used to plot survival curves, and the Log-rank test was used for comparison of survival curves. ResultsAmong the 863 patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis, 305 experienced recompensation, resulting in an incidence rate of 35.3%. After PSM, 610 cases were successfully matched, with 305 cases in each group. The univariate and multivariate Cox regression analyses showed that etiology (hepatitis C: hazard ratio[HR]=0.288, P=0.002); male(HR=0.701, P=0.016), age(HR=0.988, P=0.047), hemoglobin (HGB)(HR=1.006, P=0.017), and CD4 T cell(HR=1.001,P=0.047), TIPS procedure (HR=1.808,P=0.042) were independent influencing factors for recompensation in patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis. During follow-up, 116 patients died of liver disease-related causes, with 27 patients (8.85%) in the recompensation group and 89 (15.95%) in the persistent decompensation group; 109 patients developed HCC, with 23 patients (7.54%) in the recompensation group and 86 (15.41%) in the persistent decompensation group. The Kaplan-Meier survival curves showed significant separation between the patients with different states of compensation in terms of liver disease-related mortality rate and the incidence rate of HCC, and the Log-rank test showed that there were significant differences between the two groups in liver disease-related mortality rate (χ2=9.023, P=0.003) and the incidence rate of HCC (χ2=10.526, P=0.001). ConclusionEtiology,sex,age,TIPS,HGB,and CD4 T cell are independent influencing factors for recompensation in patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis. There is a significant difference in the incidence rate of recompensation between decompensated liver cirrhosis patients with different etiologies, and female patients and patients with a younger age,a history of TIPS, a higher HGB level, and a higher CD4 lymphocyte count are more likely to experience recompensation. Recompensation is the key to improving the long-term prognosis of patients and can significantly reduce long-term liver disease-related mortality rate and the incidence rate of HCC.
2.Analysis of Antiviral Efficacy and Safety in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis B in Indeterminate Phase
Qian AI ; Zhirong ZHAO ; Yue WU ; Haiwen LI ; Shenghao LI ; Yongrui YANG
Journal of Kunming Medical University 2025;46(1):51-59
Objective To analysis the efficacy and safety of antiviral therapy in patients with chronic hepatitis B virus in indeterminate phase based on the new guidelines(2022 Edition of the Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis B).Methods A total of 170 patients with newly diagnosed HBV infection who visited the Third People's Hospital of Kunming from August 1,2020,to July 31,2024,were selected as study subjects.The clinical indicators of patients with normal ALT in the indeterminate phase were analyzed after 12 weeks,24 weeks,and 48 weeks of antiviral treatment,as well as those who did not receive antiviral treatment for 48 weeks.Results(1)Among the 170 patients with normal ALT during the indeterminate phase of HBV infection,the treatment group consisted of 125 patients(36 HBeAg positive and 89 HBeAg negative),while the untreated group had 45 patients.In the treatment group,the HBV-DNA load and HBsAg titer decreased significantly after 48 weeks compared to before treatment,with statistically significant differences(both P<0.05).In the untreated group,the HBV-DNA load showed an upward trend,and the HBsAg titer slightly decreased,with statistically significant differences(both P<0.05).(2)The CVR rate in the treatment group after 48 weeks was 66.67%(24/36)for HBeAg positive patients and 95.51%(85/89)for HBeAg negative patients,with a statistically significant difference(P<0.05).(3)The treatment group showed a significant decrease in GGT and AFP after 48 weeks compared to before treatment,while the untreated group saw an increase in ALT,GGT,and AFP,with statistically significant differences(all P<0.05).(4)The fibrosis indicators APRI,FIB-4,and LSM in the treatment group significantly decreased after 48 weeks compared to before treatment,with statistically significant differences(all P<0.05).(5)The safety indicators CREA,blood calcium,and blood phosphorus in the treatment group significantly decreased after 48 weeks compared to before treatment,with statistically significant differences(all P<0.05).Conclusion Expanding the antiviral treatment indications according to the new guidelines for patients with normal ALT in the indeterminate phase of HBV infection demonstrates good efficacy in controlling HBV-DNA,improving CVR rates,and enhancing fibrosis indicators,while also showing favorable renal safety.However,there may be a risk of osteoporosis due to calcium and phosphorus metabolism disorders,necessitating enhanced monitoring and prevention.
3.Olverembatinib in treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia with D241E mutation progressed to acute lymphoblastic leukemia: report of 1 case and review of literature
Jianhua NIU ; Xin SHI ; Wei PANG ; Xiumei FENG ; Yongrui WANG ; Xuemei LI ; Hua YANG ; Yanhua PU
Journal of Leukemia & Lymphoma 2025;34(6):361-365
Objective:To explore the efficacy and safety of olverembatinib in treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) progressed to acute lymphoblastic leukemia with D241E mutation.Methods:The diagnosis and treatment of a patient with D241E mutant CML progressed to acute lymphoblastic leukemia admitted to the Fourth People's Hospital of Jinan in December 2018 were retrospectively analyzed, and relevant literature was reviewed.Results:The patient was a 47-year-old female, and her blood test result was abnormal during physical examination. She was diagnosed as CML and received treatment with imatinib and dasatinib for 2 years. The disease progressed to philadelphia chromosome (Ph)-positive acute B-lymphoblastic leukemia with BCR-ABL mutation (a D241E mutation). After 3 courses of chemotherapy combined with a targeted drug (ponatinib), the patient achieved complete remission, while the minimal residual disease continued to be positive. The patient received 1 course of chemotherapy combined with olverembatinib from the 4th course of treatment. After olverembatinib monotherapy maintenance therapy for 36 months, the patient achieved molecular complete remission with minimal residual disease. The patient developed complications such as skin pigmentation and elevated lipid levels, but all complications were tolerable.Conclusions:The application of olverembatinib in D241E mutant CML progressed to acute lymphoblastic leukemia can help patients obtain sustained molecular biological remission and good safety.
4.Dynamic mutual damage between breast cancer and mixed anxiety and depressive disorder:a traditional Chinese medicine analysis of"earth stagnation and wood depression"theory
Yingyi WEI ; Feifei LI ; Yufei SHAN ; Yongrui YAN ; Youyang SHI ; Sheng LIU
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;48(9):1203-1210
This artical starts from the perspective of"earth stagnation and wood depression"to analyze the dynamic mutual impairment process between breast cancer and mixed anxiety and depressive disorder(MADD),integrating pathological evidence of mutual causality between physical impairment and internal injury by emotional distress,to provide a theoretical framework elucidating the intrinsic unity of the microbiota-neuro-tumor interaction network in the comorbidity vicious cycle.The comorbidity of breast cancer and MADD manifests dynamic mutually aggravating impairment,with core pathogenesis according to the traditional Chinese medicine theory of"earth stagnation and wood depression":spleen earth stagnation leads to dampness-turbidity obstruction,while dysfunction of the middle jiao pivot result in abnormal liver qi conveyance and dispersion;liver depression transforming into fire further over-restricts on spleen earth.Mutual over-restriction and counter-restriction between the two causes toxic fire,phlegm and blood stasis to conglomerate into masses.The lingering disease progression causes mutual damage between body and spirit,leading to progressive consumption until physical collapse and spiritual decline,ultimately culminating in earth exhaustion and wood withering,toxins infiltrating the extraordinary vessels,and divorce of yin-yang.Gut microbiota dysbiosis induces abnormalities in the metabolic-immune-neuroendocrine network,driving emotional disorders and interacting with the tumor microenvironment to exacerbate deterioration.This mechanism not only validates the concept of"earth stagnation and wood depression-mutual physical-mental impairment",but also elucidates its role in inducing multi-system cascade failure,ultimately culminating in a pathological process marked by the emergence of severe clinical manifestations.
5.Dynamic mutual damage between breast cancer and mixed anxiety and depressive disorder:a traditional Chinese medicine analysis of"earth stagnation and wood depression"theory
Yingyi WEI ; Feifei LI ; Yufei SHAN ; Yongrui YAN ; Youyang SHI ; Sheng LIU
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;48(9):1203-1210
This artical starts from the perspective of"earth stagnation and wood depression"to analyze the dynamic mutual impairment process between breast cancer and mixed anxiety and depressive disorder(MADD),integrating pathological evidence of mutual causality between physical impairment and internal injury by emotional distress,to provide a theoretical framework elucidating the intrinsic unity of the microbiota-neuro-tumor interaction network in the comorbidity vicious cycle.The comorbidity of breast cancer and MADD manifests dynamic mutually aggravating impairment,with core pathogenesis according to the traditional Chinese medicine theory of"earth stagnation and wood depression":spleen earth stagnation leads to dampness-turbidity obstruction,while dysfunction of the middle jiao pivot result in abnormal liver qi conveyance and dispersion;liver depression transforming into fire further over-restricts on spleen earth.Mutual over-restriction and counter-restriction between the two causes toxic fire,phlegm and blood stasis to conglomerate into masses.The lingering disease progression causes mutual damage between body and spirit,leading to progressive consumption until physical collapse and spiritual decline,ultimately culminating in earth exhaustion and wood withering,toxins infiltrating the extraordinary vessels,and divorce of yin-yang.Gut microbiota dysbiosis induces abnormalities in the metabolic-immune-neuroendocrine network,driving emotional disorders and interacting with the tumor microenvironment to exacerbate deterioration.This mechanism not only validates the concept of"earth stagnation and wood depression-mutual physical-mental impairment",but also elucidates its role in inducing multi-system cascade failure,ultimately culminating in a pathological process marked by the emergence of severe clinical manifestations.
6.Clinical application of personalized osteotomy guide based on rapid 3D printing in knee arthroplasty
Binbin ZHANG ; Yongrui WU ; Chao LI ; Kai FAN ; Jingtang ZHANG
The Journal of Practical Medicine 2024;40(17):2448-2453
Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy of a rapid 3D-printed patient-specific osteotomy guide in knee replacement surgery,and provide guidance for its widespread clinical application.Methods A total of 80 patients with end-stage knee osteoarthritis who had undergone Total Knee Arthroplasty(TKA)were selected and randomly divided into two groups.The first group comprised 40 cases(40 knees)that underwent traditional TKA,while the second group consisted of 40 patients(40 knees)in the 3D-printed osteotomy guide group.Various parameters,including surgery duration,intraoperative blood loss,time to ambulation after surgery,mechanical axis angle between femur and tibia post-surgery,Visual Analog Scale(VAS)score,Hospital for Special Surgery(HSS)knee score,Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index(WOMAC)score,range of motion(ROM)of the knee,and other indicators were analyzed separately for both groups.Statistical analyses were conducted.Results All the patients underwent surgery smoothly and were followed up for 3~12 months.In com-parison to the traditional osteotomy guide group,the 3D-printed osteotomy guide group demonstrated significantly shorter surgery duration(P<0.05),reduced intraoperative blood loss,earlier time to first ambulation after surgery(P<0.05),lower postoperative VAS score,and smaller mechanical axis angle between the femur and tibia after surgery(P<0.01).At 6 months post-surgery,both groups showed significantly improved KSS scores compared to preoperative values(P<0.01).The KSS score of the 3D-printed guide group was higher than that of the traditional surgical guide group at 6 months after surgery(P<0.05),but there was no statistical difference in KSS scores between the two groups(P>0.05).WOMAC scores for both groups decreased over time at 3 and 6 months post-surgery compared to preoperative scores(P<0.05).At these time points,WOMAC scores were lower in the 3D-printed guide group than in the traditional osteotomy guide group(P<0.05).One case of hematocele and infection occurred in the traditional osteotomy guide group;however,successful discharge was achieved following re-debridement while preserving the prosthesis.None of the surgical patients experienced complications such as neurovascular injury,deep vein thrombosis,prosthesis loosening or periprosthetic fractures.Conclusion Compared to conventional total knee arthroplasty(TKA)surgery,the utilization of a rapid 3D-printed osteotomy guide for knee replacement presents several advantages,including reduced surgical operation duration,minimal intraoperative blood loss,precise and expeditious osteotomies,accelerated postoperative recovery,and heightened patient satis-faction during medical consultations.Notably,its clinical efficacy surpasses that of traditional approaches.
7.Chinese national clinical practice guideline on diagnosis and treatment of biliary tract cancers
Xu’an WANG ; Yongrui BAI ; Ningli CHAI ; Yexiong LI ; Enqiang LINGHU ; Liwei WANG ; Yingbin LIU
Chinese Medical Journal 2024;137(19):2272-2293
Background::Biliary tract carcinoma (BTC) is relatively rare and comprises a spectrum of invasive tumors arising from the biliary tree. The prognosis is extremely poor. The incidence of BTC is relatively high in Asian countries, and a high number of cases are diagnosed annually in China owing to the large population. Therefore, it is necessary to clarify the epidemiology and high-risk factors for BTC in China. The signs associated with BTC are complex, often require collaborative treatment from surgeons, endoscopists, oncologists, and radiation therapists. Thus, it is necessary to develop a comprehensive Chinese guideline for BTC.Methods::This clinical practice guideline (CPG) was developed following the process recommended by the World Health Organization. The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation approach was used to assess the certainty of evidence and make recommendations. The full CPG report was reviewed by external guideline methodologists and clinicians with no direct involvement in the development of this CPG. Two guideline reporting checklists have been adhered to: Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation (AGREE) and Reporting Items for practice Guidelines in Healthcare (RIGHT).Results::The guideline development group, which comprised 85 multidisciplinary clinical experts across China. After a controversies conference, 17 clinical questions concerning the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of BTC were proposed. Additionally, detailed descriptions of the surgical principles, perioperative management, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiotherapy, and endoscopic management were proposed.Conclusions::The guideline development group created a comprehensive Chinese guideline for the diagnosis and treatment of BTC, covering various aspects of epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment. The 17 clinical questions have important reference value for the management of BTC.
8.Modern Research on Qizhi Weitong Granules: A Review
Tianjiao LI ; Kaiqiang SU ; Shuai WANG ; Xinxin YANG ; Yongrui BAO ; Xiansheng MENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(21):145-152
Qizhi Weitong granules composed of Bupleuri Radix, Paeoniae Radix Alba, Aurantii Fructus, Cyperi Rhizoma (processed), Corydalis Rhizoma (processed), and Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma have the effects of soothing the liver, regulating Qi movement, and harmonizing the stomach to relieve pain. This preparation is thus used for the treatment of liver depression, Qi stagnation, chest distension, and epigastric pain. It has become a first-line medication for the treatment of epigastric pain after years of clinical practice. At present, researchers have carried out extensive studies on Qizhi Weitong granules, including the optimization of the extraction and purification process, identification of chemical components, characterization of absorbed components, establishment of quality control methods, validation of pharmacological effect on digestive system diseases, exploration of the mechanism, and observation of clinical efficacy. The studies have achieved fruitful results. This article summarizes the research achievements related to Qizhi Weitong granules in recent years from pharmacological substances, quality control, pharmacological effect, mechanism of action, and clinical efficacy, aiming to provide ideas for in-depth research and modern development of Qizhi Weitong granules.
9.Structure-activity Omics on Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Effect of Cyperi Rhizoma in Qizhi Weitong Granules
Ying ZHENG ; Sicong LIU ; Xi LUO ; Bing QI ; Shuai WANG ; Yongrui BAO ; Tianjiao LI ; Liang WANG ; Dong YAO ; Xiansheng MENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(21):153-160
ObjectiveTo elucidate the pharmacodynamic substances responsible for the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of Cyperi Rhizoma by structure-activity omics. MethodOn the basis of the previous in vitro efficacy study by our research group, this study explored the in vivo efficacy of the flavonoids in Cyperi Rhizoma. The flavonoids in Cyperi Rhizoma and their targets were retrieved from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform (TCMSP), PharmMapper, Swiss TargetPrediction, and available articles. The targets of the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects were collected from DisGeNET and Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM). The common targets shared by flavonoids and the effects were selected as the direct targets of flavonoids endowing Cyperi Rhizoma with anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and protein-protein interaction (PPI) network of the core targets was constructed. The method of structure-activity omics was employed to correlate the structure and efficacy of one or more classes of chemical components in Cyperi Rhizoma with the targets as a bridge. The components were classified according to structure. Molecular docking of components to core targets was carried out via SYBYL-X 2.1.1, PyMol, and Discovery Studio 4.5 visualizer. Two targets with the highest binding affinity were selected to explore the relationship between compound structures and targets. ResultThe flavonoids in Cyperi Rhizoma exerted anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects on the mouse model of pain induced by formaldehyde. Eighteen components and 115 direct targets were screened out, and the core targets with high activities were protein kinase B1 (Akt1), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), cellular tumor antigen p53 (TP53), prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2 (PTGS2), and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9). According to the structures, the flavonoids in Cyperi Rhizoma were classified into bioflavonoids, flavonols, flavones, and flavanes. The molecular docking results showed that flavonoids of Cyperi Rhizoma had the highest binding affinity to TP53 and PTGS2. The results of structure-activity omics showed that bioflavonoids represented the best binding structure to the targets, while their polyhydroxyl etherification resulted in a significant decrease in the binding affinity to PTGS2. Glycosides had higher binding affinity to PTGS2. The introduction of the long-chain hydrocarbon group to the A ring of flavonols facilitated the binding to TP53, while the change of B ring substituents was not the main factor affecting the binding affinity. The 3,4-dihydroxyl flavane outperformed 3-hydroxyl flavane in the binding to TP53, while the two compounds showed similar binding affinity to PTGS2. ConclusionThe method of structure-activity omics was used to analyze the material basis for the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of flavonoids in Cyperi Rhizoma. Structure-activity omics provides new ideas for revealing the pharmacodynamic substances of traditional Chinese medicine.
10.Structure-activity Omics on Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Effect of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma in Qizhiweitong Granules
Ying MENG ; Ying ZHENG ; Xinpeng QIN ; Sicong LIU ; Tianjiao LI ; Yongrui BAO ; Shuai WANG ; Liang WANG ; Honghong JIANG ; Xiansheng MENG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(21):161-168
ObjectiveTo reveal the pharmacodynamic substances for the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma by structure-activity omics. MethodOn the basis of the previous study about the screening of active components in vitro, this study explored the effects of flavonoids in Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma in vivo. The flavonoids in Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma and their direct targets for the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects were obtained from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform (TCMSP), PharmMapper, Swiss TargetPrediction, DisGeNET, and Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM). STRING and Cytoscape 3.7.2 were employed to establish the protein-protein interaction (PPI) network of key targets. Molecular docking was performed to simulate the binding of five targets with high degrees to flavonoids in Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, on the basis of which the key core targets were selected. The targets were used as a bridge to correlate the structures and effects of one or more classes of chemical components in Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma. According to the binding affinity between flavonoids with different structures in Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma and targets, the relationships between compound structures and core targets were discussed. ResultThe flavonoids in Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma reduced the content of prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) in the rat model of pain induced by formalin, demonstrating definite anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Sixty active compounds (flavonoids) with anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma were obtained. With the total score as the standard, prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase 2 (PTGS2) and mitogen-activated protein kinase 3 (MAPK3) were selected as the key core targets of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma for the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Except that flavones showed selectivity of binding to MAPK3, the other flavonoids of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma showed strong binding to PTGS2 and MAPK3, and the structures containing glycoside fragments showed stronger binding affinity to the targets. The introduction of chain olefins in the ring of chalcones facilitated the binding to the targets. The isopentenyl fragment in flavonols may cause the difference in binding affinity. The parallel combination of a ring into pyran ring in flavanes was not conducive to the binding to the target. The electric charge, liposolubility, and steric hindrance of the substituent group on the B ring of isoflavones directly affected the binding affinity. ConclusionThis study adopts structure-activity omics to analyze the material basis for the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma. Structure-activity omics provides new ideas and methods for predicting the pharmacodynamic substances of traditional Chinese medicine.

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