1.Age-related variations in the oral microbiome revealed by a large population-based study from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
CHEN Ming ; ZHONG Kaiyu ; HU Hongying ; YOU Meng
Journal of Prevention and Treatment for Stomatological Diseases 2026;34(2):156-167
Objective:
To explore the characteristics of the diversity and composition of oral microbial flora with age, and to provide a reference for understanding the succession of oral microecology at different ages.
Methods:
Oral rinse 16S rRNA (V4 region) sequencing data from 9 021 participants 14-69 years of age in the 2009-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) were analyzed. Alpha diversity (Observed OTUs, Faith’s PD, Shannon Index), beta diversity (Bray-Curtis and UniFrac), and genus-level composition were examined using weighted generalized linear models (GLMs), including quadratic terms for age and adjusting for key covariates (gender, race/ethnicity, BMI, smoking status, and periodontitis severity).
Results:
Alpha diversity demonstrated a clear inverted U-shaped trajectory across age, peaking at 25-30 years old and declining thereafter. This trend remained consistent across sex, race, smoking, and periodontal health strata. Beta diversity analyses revealed a modest but steady age-related shift in community structure. Genus-level analyses revealed that Rothia, Prevotella_6, and Lactobacillus increased steadily with age, while Haemophilus, Porphyromonas, and Corynebacterium declined significantly. Notably, potential periodontopathogens, such as Fusobacterium and Treponema_2, peaked in early adulthood before declining with age.
Conclusion
Age is an important driver of oral microbial succession, and the oral microbiome exhibits dynamic changes across different life stages. Future longitudinal and multi-omic studies are warranted to elucidate the mechanisms underlying these age-related trajectories.
2.Model establishment for quantitative analysis of saponins of Paris polyphylla by near-infrared spectroscopy
Ping XU ; Qi MI ; Wen-xiu LUO ; You LU ; Meng-wen YU ; Xuan ZHANG ; Guo-wei ZHENG ; Chang-gui QIU ; Jia CHEN
Chinese Traditional Patent Medicine 2025;47(4):1069-1076
AIM To establish a rapid quantitative analysis model for saponins in Paris polyphylla var.yunnanensis(PPY)by near infrared spectroscopy.METHODS The contents of polyphyllins Ⅰ,Ⅱ,Ⅶ and there total content in PPY were determined by HPLC,while spectral data within the range of 10 000 to 4 000 cm-1 were collected.A quantitative analysis model was established by combining these data with partial least squares regression(PLSR).Multivariate scatter correction(MSC)and vector normalization(SNV)were applied prior to further preprocessing the spectra with original,first-order derivative(1stD),or second-order derivative(2ndD)treatments.Lastly,the model was optimized through non-smoothing(NS),Norris Derivative filtering(Nd),and Savitzky-Golay filtering(S-G)method.Model stability was evaluated based on correlation coefficients and variance.The predicted contents of each saponin component in the validation set samples were calculated.RESULTS The contents of polyphyllins Ⅰ,Ⅱ,Ⅶ were 0.42-17.98,0.46-10.44,0.23-3.86 mg/g,respectively.The total content ranged from 2.91 to 22.1 mg/g.The optimal parameters of three saponins were achieved when selecting the MSC+2ndD+S-G pretreatment method.The corresponding ratio of line segment length to segment gap was 13∶5,15∶5,11∶5,with correlation coefficients of 0.982,0.930,0.958,respectively.The root mean square errors of calibration(RMSEC)were 0.702,0.797,0.238,and the root mean square errors of prediction(RMSEP)were 1.120,0.835,0.304,respectively.The optimal parameters for the total content were obtained when selecting the MSC+2ndD+NS pretreatment method,with a correlation coefficient of 0.970,a RMSEC of 1.090,and a RMSEP of 1.740.CONCLUSION This accurate and rapid method can be used for detection of saponin contents in P.Polyphylla.
3.Comparison of six active constituent contents in modified Liujunzi Decoction during different process amplifications
Ya-ping ZHU ; Yu-xin LIU ; Meng-qi SHAO ; You-jin WANG ; Lei WU
Chinese Traditional Patent Medicine 2025;47(2):395-400
AIM To compare the contents of caffeic acid,ferulic acid,narirutin,calycosin,glycyrrhizic acid and atractylenolide Ⅲ of modified Liujunzi Decoction(MLJZD)during small test,pilot test(500,1 500 L)and large production.METHODS The samples were taken after soaking for 60 min,boiling for 0,5,10,15,20,30 min in the first decoction,and boiling for 5,10,15,20 min in the second decoction,respectively,after which the HPLC fingerprints were established,the contents of active constituents were determined.RESULTS There were 6 common peaks in the HPLC fingerprints for small test and pilot test,while 5 common peaks were observable in the HPLC fingerprints for large production,along with the similarities of more than 0.980.During pilot tests at different time points,various active constituents demonstrated consistent content changing trends,whose total content was higher than those during small test and large production.CONCLUSION Process amplification exhibits a little influence on active constituent contents in MLJZD,which don't show increasing trends with the expansion of container and enhancement of dosage.
4.Application of rehabilitation diary combined with self-identity psychological nursing on adolescent major depressive disorder patients
Lifang JIN ; Linlin JIN ; Ridong YOU ; Meng LAI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2025;41(24):1841-1848
Objective:To investigate the application effect of a rehabilitation diary combined with self-identity psychological nursing in adolescent patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), and to provide a reference for optimizing intervention strategies for adolescent MDD.Methods:A prospective randomized controlled trial was conducted. A total of 110 adolescent patients with MDD admitted to Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital from July 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025 were selected as research subjects by continuous sampling method. Fifty-five patients who received routine nursing care from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, were assigned to the control group. Fifty-five patients who received a rehabilitation diary combined with self-identity psychological nursing from October 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025, were assigned to the combined group. The improvement status of MDD symptoms (Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale), interpersonal relationship (Interpersonal Relationship Assessment Scale), social function (Social Disability Screening Schedule), et al, were compared between groups.Results:A total of 110 patients were included. In the control group, there were 29 males and 26 females, aged (15.38 ± 1.35) years old. In the combined group, there were 28 males and 27 females, aged (15.17 ± 1.36) years old. Before the intervention, there were no statistically significant differences in the improvement of MDD symptoms, interpersonal relationships, and social functions between the two groups of patients (all P>0.05). After 4 and 8 weeks of intervention, the scores of the Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale and the Social Disability Screening Schedule in the combined group were 25.47 ± 4.12, 22.35 ± 4.29, 12.41 ± 1.68, 11.02 ± 1.32, respectively, which were lower than those of the control group 30.16 ± 5.32, 27.29 ± 4.61, 14.18 ± 1.32, 12.45 ± 2.27, the differences were statistically significant ( t values were 4.04-6.49, all P<0.05). After 8 weeks of intervention, the scores of interpersonal communication, interpersonal friendship, dealing with people and matters, opposite-sex interaction of the Interpersonal Relationship Assessment Scale in the combined group were 4.62 ± 0.53, 4.28 ± 0.38, 4.35 ± 0.61, 3.97 ± 0.28 respectively, which were lower than those of the control group 5.37 ± 0.41, 5.32 ± 0.79, 5.28 ± 0.53, 4.86 ± 0.64, and the differences were statistically significant ( t values were 8.30-9.45, all P<0.05). Conclusions:Rehabilitation diary combined with self-identity psychological nursing intervention for adolescent MDD patients can improve the depression symptoms, interpersonal relationship and social function, and enhance the treatment compliance and quality of life.
5.Comparison of six active constituent contents in modified Liujunzi Decoction during different process amplifications
Ya-ping ZHU ; Yu-xin LIU ; Meng-qi SHAO ; You-jin WANG ; Lei WU
Chinese Traditional Patent Medicine 2025;47(2):395-400
AIM To compare the contents of caffeic acid,ferulic acid,narirutin,calycosin,glycyrrhizic acid and atractylenolide Ⅲ of modified Liujunzi Decoction(MLJZD)during small test,pilot test(500,1 500 L)and large production.METHODS The samples were taken after soaking for 60 min,boiling for 0,5,10,15,20,30 min in the first decoction,and boiling for 5,10,15,20 min in the second decoction,respectively,after which the HPLC fingerprints were established,the contents of active constituents were determined.RESULTS There were 6 common peaks in the HPLC fingerprints for small test and pilot test,while 5 common peaks were observable in the HPLC fingerprints for large production,along with the similarities of more than 0.980.During pilot tests at different time points,various active constituents demonstrated consistent content changing trends,whose total content was higher than those during small test and large production.CONCLUSION Process amplification exhibits a little influence on active constituent contents in MLJZD,which don't show increasing trends with the expansion of container and enhancement of dosage.
6.Effects of mechanical ventilation at birth transition on lung pathophysiology and pathobiology in very preterm rabbits at 26 gestational days
Meng ZHANG ; Li MA ; Xiaohan YOU ; Xiaojing GUO ; Meimei CHEN ; Bo SUN
Chinese Pediatric Emergency Medicine 2025;32(10):753-758
Objective:To explore the effects of mechanical ventilation(MV)at birth transition on lung pathophysiology and pathobiology in a very preterm animal model.Methods:Based on the model of respiratory distress syndrome(RDS)in very preterm rabbits at gestational age 26(term 31)days well established by the research group using perinatal medication and lung-protective ventilation strategies(very low tidal volume 1-3 mL/kg),we conducted a secondary data analysis. The studied rabbits were re-grouped according to the MV length(≤3 h,3-6 h,6-9 h,9-12 h,and >12 h). The changes in lung mechanics,histopathology,phospholipid biochemistry,and mRNA relative expression of inflammatory/growth factor in lung tissue were evaluated over the time course of MV. The trend of each variable was tested by ANOVA trend test( F trend)and Jonckheere-Terpstra trend test( J-T value)with corresponding P value. Results:With the prolonged MV length,there was improved mean dynamic compliance of respiratory system( F trend=16.722, P trend<0.001),along with decreased mean peak inspiratory pressure( F trend =42.226, P trend<0.001). The content of total phospholipids,disaturated phosphatidylcholine( J-T=1 222,1 197, P trend=0.018,0.034,respectively)and total protein( J-T=1 247 ,P trend= 0.009)in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid gradually increased. The wet lung weight in the ≤3 h group was significantly higher than in the other groups( F=6.819, P<0.001). The lung injury score(total,or hemorrhage,or inflammation)had progressive exacerbation in the ≤3 h,3-6 h and 6-9 h groups. The lung tissue mRNA expression of major proinflammatory cytokines increased modestly over the time groups in contrast to decreased expression of growth factors,of which the change of keratinocyte growth factor reached statistical significance( J-T=531, P trend =0.034). Conclusion:In the 26-day very preterm rabbits,with prolonged MV time,the content of surfactant phospholipid in the alveolar increased gradually,the lung compliance and lung fluid clearance gradually improved. Nevertheless,ventilator-induced lung injury remained evolving. The study warrants further study on the pathogenesis and protective strategies of early postnatal acute lung injury and chronic lung disease.
7.CBCT study of mesiodens with idiopathic resorption
Chunmiao ZHANG ; Zelin YE ; Meng YOU
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2025;41(3):402-406
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological and radiological features of idiopathic resorption of mesiodens using clinical data and CBCT images.Methods:The gender,age,and CBCT images of the patients with mesioden were collected.The number,position,occurrence and resorption type were analyzed.Results:Idiopathic resorption was present in 89 of 617 mesiodens(509 ca-ses)with a frequency of 14.4%.There was no significant difference between male(342 cases)and female(167 cases)groups(P>0.05).The resoption incidence of mesiodens was significant different among age groups(P<0.05).The group with age under 10 years showed the lowest resorption rate(0.6%),while the group with age between 41-50 years showed the highest rate(71.4%).In the 3D direction,resorption occurrence of mesiodens located in different coronal and sagittal plane was significant different(P<0.05).In the coronal plane,type A2(19.4%)and type C(18.7%)resorption were the highest.In the sagittal plane,type Ⅴ(34.8%)and type Ⅳ(29.9%)resorption were the highest.Intracoronal resorption was the most frequent type(56.2%),followed by crown-root resorption(24.7%),external root resorption(10.1%),mixed internal and external resorption(4.5%),extracoronal resorption(3.4%)and internal root resorption(1.1%).Conclusion:The occurrence of idiopathic resorption of mesiodens is correlated with the age of the patients and the position of the mesiodens in the coronal and sagittal planes.The resorption occurres mostly in the crown.
8.Pathway for Party-building leadership in the integration of primary medical and preventive care in u-niversity-affiliated hospitals from the perspective of integration concept
You CHEN ; Yuping HUANG ; Xuan XIE ; Guangjun TAO ; Meng ZHANG ; Mingyue DONG
Modern Hospital 2025;25(8):1170-1173
The integration of medical treatment and disease prevention(hereinafter referred to as"med-prevent integra-tion")constitutes a vital strategy for achieving universal health objectives.Party-building initiatives in university-affiliated hospi-tals present a novel approach to enhance this integration at the primary care level.This study identifies three major challenges in current practice,including insufficient conceptual integration between medical and preventive services,inadequate cross-depart-mental coordination and resource allocation,and imperfect accountability mechanisms within Party-building frameworks.From the perspective of integrated governance,we propose a comprehensive pathway where party-building facilitates the systematic conver-gence of ideological orientation,organizational structure,cultural values,and institutional mechanisms.These findings provide both theoretical framework and practical guidance for university-affiliated hospitals to deepen primary-level med-prevent integration through Party-building initiatives.
9.A new trend in the development of laboratory medicine:clinical laboratory omics
Yingqiang DANG ; Yao JIANG ; Qian WU ; Ling MENG ; Chongge YOU
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2025;46(15):1873-1878
With the rapid development of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms in the med-ical field,as well as the high-quality development requirements put forward by the state for hospitals and vari-ous departments,the development of laboratory medicine shows a new trend.The development of clinical labo-ratory has evolved from the initial test suite to the test pathway based on clinical pathway and diagnosis-relat-ed groups payment,and then to clinical laboratory omics.Clinical laboratory omics refers to the use of high-throughput methods to obtain a large number of laboratory project results data.Combined with the clinical characteristics of patients,statistical methods and machine learning algorithms are commonly used to reveal the information behind a large number of medical data to assist clinicians in diagnosis and treatment.Clinical laboratory omics may be a new trend in the future development of laboratory medicine,and it is likely to play an important role in the field of laboratory medicine.
10.Relationship between the length of service on an island and TCM constitution of stationed personnel
Yanlin MENG ; Wei GU ; Yanli YOU ; Weihong LI ; Shuyuan LI ; Jiahui CHEN ; Xin WANG ; Enze CUI ; Hongyi SUN ; Hubo CHEN ; Lina WANG
Journal of Navy Medicine 2025;46(2):111-115
Objective To investigate the relationship between stationing years of personnel on an island and their traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)constitution,thus providing a reference for adjusting the health status of stationed personnel,preventing and treating diseases.Methods Based on The Scale of Constitution in Chinese Medicine Questionnaire,TCM constitution of 734 personnel stationed on an island was investigated.Pearson χ2 method was used for data analysis.Results Of the 734 personnel stationed on an island 345(47.0%)were of the balanced constitution type and 389(53.0%)were of the biased constitution types.Among the people with biased constitution types,composite constitution accounted for 80.5%(313 people)and the simple accounted for the rest(19.5%,76 people).The top three types of the biased were dampness heat(15.2%),qi deficiency(14.0%),and yin deficiency(10.7%).The distribution of TCM constitution types was significantly different in terms of stationing years on the island(P<0.05).There was a significant difference in the balanced type and yin deficiency type between people with stationing time≤2 years and>8 years(P<0.05).There was a significant difference in qi deficiency type and qi depression type between people with stationing time≤2 years and>5 years(P<0.05).Compared to people with stationing time≤2 years,significant difference was found in yang deficiency type in people with stationing time ranging from 2 to 5 years and those with>8 years(P<0.05).There were significant differences in the phlegm dampness type,blood stasis type,and specific diathesis type between people with stationing time≤2 years and people with stationing time ranging from>2~5 years and>8 years(P<0.05).There were significant differences in the dampness heat type between people with stationing time≤2 years and people with stationing time ranging from>5~8 years and>8 years,between pepole with stationing time ranging from>2~5 years and people with stationing time>8 years(P<0.05).Conclusion The dampness heat type,qi deficiency type and yin deficiency type are common biased TCM constitution in personnel stationed on islands.The longer the time spent on islands,the greater the possibility of forming biased constitution.


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