1.Research Tackling Paradigm and Technological Layout Strategies Based on Erectile Dysfunction, A Clinical Dominant Disease of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Qi ZHAO ; Yun CHEN ; Baoxing LIU ; Xuejun SHANG ; Fei SUN ; Xiaozhi ZHAO ; Zhigang WU ; Chao SUN ; Peihai ZHANG ; Wanjun CHENG ; Xing ZHOU ; Zhan QIN ; Yufeng PAN ; Weiwei TAO ; Jianhuai CHEN ; Mei MO ; Xiaoxiao ZHANG ; Xing ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(7):291-299
To thoroughly implement the strategic deployment outlined in the Opinions of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council on Promoting the Inheritance and Innovative Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine regarding research on dominant diseases of traditional Chinese medicine and to uphold the development philosophy of equal emphasis on traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine,the China Association of Chinese Medicine has fully played a leading academic role by systematically organizing and conducting a series of academic youth salons on clinical dominant diseases of traditional Chinese medicine. On September 13,2024,the 36th Youth Salon on Clinical Dominant Diseases was successfully held in Nanjing,focusing on the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine and the integrative traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). The conference brought together leading experts from traditional Chinese medicine,western medicine,and interdisciplinary fields,facilitating in-depth multidisciplinary discussions that led to key consensus on optimizing traditional Chinese medicine treatment protocols for ED,researching and developing new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine,and advancing interdisciplinary development in traditional Chinese medicine. This salon systematically sorted out the clinical strengths and distinctive features of traditional Chinese medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of ED. Based on current research foundations and clinical needs,it identified key directions for future scientific layout and scientific research tackling: (1) Standardization of syndrome differentiation system of traditional Chinese medicine for ED. (2) Optimization and standardization of intervention methods of integrated traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine. (3) High-quality clinical research guided by evidence-based medicine. (4) In-depth analysis of the pharmacological mechanisms of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of ED. (5) Clinical translation and application promotion of new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine. (6) Interdisciplinary integration and innovation in traditional Chinese medicine. For each research direction,key focus areas,expected objectives,and clinical value were further refined,along with the establishment of a scientifically sound priority funding level evaluation system. Therefore,building on the series of salons on the ED-focused dominant diseases of traditional Chinese medicine,this paper provides standardized guidance for clinical practice of traditional Chinese medicine in ED management,effectively contributing to the high-quality development of traditional Chinese medicine. It serves as a valuable reference for national scientific and technological strategic layout, research and development decision-making in new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine,research topic planning,and clinical guideline formulation.
2.Mechanism of the interaction between immunosuppressive therapy and intestinal microflora after liver transplantation
Yan WANG ; Yufeng LIU ; Haiyang ZHANG ; Zhiwei ZHANG ; Jun XU ; Zhiyong LAI
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2026;42(4):980-986
The application of immunosuppressants has significantly reduced the incidence rate of rejection reaction after liver transplantation, but the clinical efficacy of immunosuppressants is greatly affected by individual differences between patients. This article systematically reviews the recent research advances in the interaction between immunosuppressants and gut microbiota, with a focus on the regulatory role and mechanism of intestinal microflora communities on the efficacy of immunosuppressants. Studies have shown that intestinal microbiome is one of the key factors influencing the efficacy of immunosuppressive therapy after liver transplantation. This review aims to provide a theoretical basis for in-depth research in this field and provide new insights for developing individualized immunosuppressive treatment regimens based on the regulation of intestinal microflora.
3.Risk identification and psychological mechanisms of conduct problems among junior and senior high school students
ZHANG Ranran, WU Yufeng, LIN Hanna, ZENG Lianping
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(8):1137-1141
Objective:
To construct a framework for risk identification and mechanistic explanation of conduct problems in adolescents, so as to provide a basis for formulating effective prevention strategies.
Methods:
In October 2025, a total of 2 126 junior and senior high school students from Zibo City in Shandong Province, Zhengzhou City in Henan Province, and Shenzhen City in Guangdong Province were selected as the study subjects using a combination of convenience sampling and random cluster sampling. The instruments included the Adolescent Conduct Problem Tendency Questionnaire, Barratt Impulsiveness Scale, Callous- Unemotional Traits Scale, Parenting Style Scale, Family Adaptation, Partnership, Growth, Affection, and Resolve Scale, Perceived School Climate Scale, and the School Context Subscale of the Multiple Violence Exposure Scale. Machine learning algorithms and response surface methodology (RSM) were employed to reveal the non linear interactive effects of risk factors on adolescent conduct problems.
Results:
Impulsive personality ranked first in feature importance, followed by neglectful parenting style and perceived school climate. Impulsive personality and neglectful parenting style both positively predicted rule breaking ( B =0.42, 0.16) and aggression tendencies( B =0.41,0.14), with the interaction effect between the two being significantly negative in both cases ( B =-0.19,-0.08); impulsive personality ( B =0.33) and perceived school climate ( B =0.47) positively predicted addiction tendency, with the interaction term being significantly negative ( B =-0.16)(all P <0.05). For rule breaking tendency, the congruence slope (0.58), congruence curvature (-0.16), incongruence slope (0.26), and incongruence curvature (0.22) all reached statistical significance (all P <0.05). For addiction tendency, the congruence slope (0.79), incongruence slope (-0.15), and incongruence curvature (0.34) all reached statistical significance (all P <0.05). For aggression tendency, the congruence slope (0.55), incongruence slope (0.26), and incongruence curvature (0.15) all reached statistical significance(all P <0.05).
Conclusion
Impulsive personality is the core driver of rule breaking and aggression tendencies, with neglectful parenting style playing a moderating role; perceived school climate is the core driver of addiction tendency and exhibits an interactive inhibition effect with impulsive personality.
4.Association between the triglyceride-glucose-frailty index and the risk of diabetes mellitus among middle-aged and elderly population
XIE Jiang ; WANG Yufeng ; ZHANG Juan ; SONG Yingnan ; LUO Ling ; TAO Meiyi ; SU Wanying
Journal of Preventive Medicine 2026;38(6):573-577,582
Objective:
To explore the association between the triglyceride-glucose-frailty index and the risk of diabetes mellitus among middle-aged and elderly population, so as to provide the evidence for diabetes mellitus risk screening and management among middle-aged and elderly population.
Methods:
Based on data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) from 2011 to 2018, middle-aged and elderly individuals aged ≥45 years without diabetes mellitus at baseline were selected as study participants. Demographic characteristics, lifestyles, and laboratory test data were collected. The triglyceride-glucose index was calculated using triglyceride and fasting blood glucose levels, and the frailty index was derived from a 29-item health deficit accumulation model. The triglyceride-glucose-frailty index was obtained by multiplying the two indices, and participants were divided into four groups according to quartiles. Association between the triglyceride-glucose-frailty index and diabetes mellitus incidence risk was analyzed using a multivariable Cox proportional hazards regression model, and the dose-response relationship was assessed using a restricted cubic spline model.
Results:
A total of 5 246 participants were included, including 2 364 males (45.06%) and 2 882 females (54.94%). The mean age was (58.38±8.78) years. The median of the triglyceride-glucose-frailty index was 0.78 (interquartile range, 1.13). By 2018, 452 diabetes mellitus cases were identified, with a cumulative incidence of 8.62%. Multivariable Cox proportional hazards regression analysis showed that, after adjusting for demographic characteristics, lifestyle factors, and biochemical indicators, each one-standard-deviation increase of the triglyceride-glucose-frailty index was associated with a 37.5% higher risk of diabetes mellitus incidence (HR=1.375, 95%CI: 1.278-1.479). Compared with the Q1 group, the risk increased by 50.8% (HR=1.508, 95%CI: 1.072-2.123), 91.3% (HR=1.913, 95%CI: 1.380-2.651) and 241.6% (HR=3.416, 95%CI: 2.499-4.671) in the Q2, Q3 and Q4 groups, respectively, presenting an upward trend (Pfor trend <0.05). Restricted cubic spline analysis showed a non-linear relationship between the triglyceride-glucose-frailty index and diabetes mellitus incidence risk (P<0.05).
Conclusion
The triglyceride-glucose-frailty index was positively associated with diabetes mellitus risk among middle-aged and elderly population, and a nonlinear dose-response relationship was observed between the two.
5.Development and validation of the “Questionnaires on the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of College Students in Response to Public Health Emergencies”
Hong JIANG ; Shuli MA ; Yufeng ZHANG ; Yue ZHAO ; Xinling YANG
China Occupational Medicine 2025;52(1):33-39
Objective To develop the "Questionnaires on the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of College Students in Response to Public Health Emergencies" and validate its reliability and validity. Methods The initial questionnaire was developed according to literature review, expert consultations, and one-on-one interviews with students and educators. A total of 43 college students were selected as the pre-test subjects using the convenience sampling method. The final version of the questionnaire was developed using item analysis and expert consultations. A total of 682 college students were selected as the validation subjects using the cluster sampling method. The exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis were used to assess the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. Results The final version of the questionnaire consisted of three dimensions: knowledge, practice, and attitude, with 5, 10, 7 items, respectively. The KMO test value for the questionnaire was 0.804, with Bartlett′s test of sphericity showing a chi-square value of 2 000.557 (P<0.01). The content validity index for each item ranged from 0.894 to 1.000, with the overall content validity index for the questionnaire being 0.966 and 0.973. The exploratory factor analysis identified three common factors, with a cumulative variance contribution rate of 54.1%. The result of confirmatory factor analysis showed good model fit, with model fit index, comparative fit index, normed fit index, incremental fit index, Tucker-Lewis Index, root mean square error of approximation of 2.960, 0.930, 0.940, 0.930, 0.950 and 0.070, respectively. The Cronbach's α coefficient for the questionnaire was 0.772, split-half reliability was 0.604, and test-retest reliability was 0.905. Conclusion The "Questionnaires on the Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of College Students in Response to Public Health Emergencies" demonstrates good reliability, and it is suitable for widespread application.
6.Chinese agarwood petroleum ether extract suppressed gastric cancer progression via up-regulation of DNA damage-induced G0/G1 phase arrest and HO-1-mediated ferroptosis.
Lishan OUYANG ; Xuejiao WEI ; Fei WANG ; Huiming HUANG ; Xinyu QIU ; Zhuguo WANG ; Peng TAN ; Yufeng GAO ; Ruoxin ZHANG ; Jun LI ; Zhongdong HU
Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines (English Ed.) 2025;23(10):1210-1220
Gastric cancer (GC) is characterized by high morbidity and mortality rates. Chinese agarwood comprises the resin-containing wood of Aquilaria sinensis (Lour.) Gilg., traditionally utilized for treating asthma, cardiac ischemia, and tumors. However, comprehensive research regarding its anti-GC effects and underlying mechanisms remains limited. In this study, Chinese agarwood petroleum ether extract (CAPEE) demonstrated potent cytotoxicity against human GC cells, with half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) values for AGS, HGC27, and MGC803 cells of 2.89, 2.46, and 2.37 μg·mL-1, respectively, at 48 h. CAPEE significantly induced apoptosis in these GC cells, with B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL-2) associated X protein (BAX)/BCL-2 antagonist killer 1 (BAK) likely mediating CAPEE-induced apoptosis. Furthermore, CAPEE induced G0/G1 phase cell cycle arrest in human GC cells via activation of the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) damage-p21-cyclin D1/cyclin-dependent kinase 4 (CDK4) signaling axis, and increased Fe2+, lipid peroxides and reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, thereby inducing ferroptosis. Ribonucleic acid (RNA) sequencing, real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR), and Western blotting analyses revealed CAPEE-mediated upregulation of heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) in human GC cells. RNA interference studies demonstrated that HO-1 knockdown reduced CAPEE sensitivity and inhibited CAPEE-induced ferroptosis in human GC cells. Additionally, CAPEE administration exhibited robust in vivo anti-GC activity without significant toxicity in nude mice while inhibiting tumor cell growth and promoting apoptosis in tumor tissues. These findings indicate that CAPEE suppresses human GC cell growth through upregulation of the DNA damage-p21-cyclin D1/CDK4 signaling axis and HO-1-mediated ferroptosis, suggesting its potential as a candidate drug for GC treatment.
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Mice
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Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic
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Apoptosis/drug effects*
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Cell Line, Tumor
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Cyclin D1/genetics*
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Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 4/genetics*
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DNA Damage/drug effects*
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Drugs, Chinese Herbal/pharmacology*
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Ferroptosis/drug effects*
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G1 Phase Cell Cycle Checkpoints/drug effects*
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Heme Oxygenase-1/genetics*
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Mice, Inbred BALB C
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Mice, Nude
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Plant Extracts/pharmacology*
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Stomach Neoplasms/physiopathology*
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Thymelaeaceae/chemistry*
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Up-Regulation/drug effects*
7.Clinical efficacy of a novel autologous blood recovery device during ECMO weaning
Yufeng LU ; Chuanfa ZHANG ; Dongmei FAN ; Shuo HU ; Xianming WEN ; Ziyou LIU
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(11):1573-1576
Objective: To evaluate the clinical efficacy of a novel autologous blood recovery device during the weaning process from extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Methods: A total of 16 patients who received ECMO support and underwent blood recovery during the weaning process from January 2022 to September 2024 at our hospital were included in the experimental group. In contrast, 58 patients who did not receive blood recovery during the weaning process were assigned to the control group. Transfusion components, costs, and changes in routine blood tests and coagulation functions were compared between the two groups from the day of weaning until 48 hours post-weaning. Results: Significant differences were observed in the volumes of red blood cell transfusions, plasma transfusions, and transfusion costs between the two groups from the day of weaning to 48 hours post-weaning (P<0.05). Additionally, in the experimental group, significant differences were noted in hemoglobin (Hb), platelet (Plt), and activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) results when comparing values before and after extubation (P<0.05). Conclusion: The application of a novel autologous blood recovery device during ECMO weaning reduces patient costs, minimizes wastage of autologous blood, decreases reliance on exogenous blood transfusions, and mitigates the risks associated with allogeneic blood transfusion. This approach merits further promotion for clinical use.
8.Best evidence summary for preventing and managing post-transplant diabetes mellitus in lung transplant patients
Yao HUANG ; Lihua CHEN ; Qingqing SHENG ; Xinning WANG ; Tingting HE ; Yufeng TAN ; Shuqin ZHANG
Chongqing Medicine 2025;54(7):1667-1672,1678
Objective To retrieve,analyze and synthesize evidence on post-transplant diabetes mellitus(PTDM)in lung transplant patients,providing reference for clinical healthcare professionals in preventing and managing PTDM in lung transplant patients.Methods Based on the"6S"evidence model,systematic searches were conducted across guideline websites,professional associations,and Chinese/English databases regarding post-transplant diabetes mellitus(PTDM)in lung transplant patients.The search period spanned from data-base inception to January 2025.Two researchers independently completed literature screening,quality assess-ment,and evidence extraction.Results A total of 14 articles were included,comprising 1 clinical decision,2 guidelines,5 expert consensuses,2 specifications,1 evidence summary,and 3 systematic reviews.Twenty-four pieces of best evidence were synthesized from seven aspects:risk factors,diagnosis,screening,prevention,treatment,glycemic control targets,and health education.Conclusion The best evidence for preventing and managing post-transplant diabetes mellitus in lung transplant patients provides an evidence-based foundation for clinical practice among healthcare professionals.Evidence should be selected and applied according to spe-cific clinical situations and patient needs.
9.Endovascular therapy for early neurological deterioration in patients with minor stroke due to anterior circulation large vessel occlusion: comparison with medical treatment
Zhonglun CHEN ; Zhaokun LI ; Mingjun PU ; Shanshan ZHANG ; Xianwen ZHANG ; Xiaochen GONG ; Yufeng TANG
International Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases 2025;33(7):508-514
Objective:To investigate the efficacy and safety of endovascular therapy (EVT) for early neurological deterioration (END) in patients with minor stroke due to acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion.Methods:Consecutive patients with mild stroke due to acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion admitted to Mianyang Central Hospital from October 2015 to October 2023 were included retrospectively. Minor stroke was defined as a baseline National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score <6. END was defined as an increase of ≥4 in NIHSS score compared to baseline within 12 hours of onset. According to whether EVT was performed or not, they were divided into EVT group and standard medical treatment (SMT) group. At 90 days after onset, the modified Rankin Scale was used to evaluate the outcome. 0-1 was defined as excellent outcome (primary outcome measure) and 0-2 was defined as good outcome (secondary outcome measure). The safety endpoints included symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage (sICH) within 72 hours after EVT and all-cause mortality within 90 days. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the correlation between EVT and clinical outcome. Results:A total of 164 patients with minor stroke due to acute anterior circulation large vessel occlusion were included. Eighty-four patients (51.2%) developed END, of which 52 (61.9%) underwent EVT and 32 (38.1%) received SMT; 60 patients (71.4%) had excellent outcome, and 64 (76.2%) had good outcome. There was no significant difference in demographic and baseline clinical data between the EVT group and the SMT group. The excellent outcome rate of the EVT group at 90 days after onset showed a trend higher than that of SMT group (78.8% vs. 59.4%; χ2=3.680, P=0.055), but there was no significant difference in the good outcome rate and safety endpoints between the two groups. Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that after adjusting for confounding factors, EVT was significantly and independently associated with excellent outcome at 90 days (odds ratio 4.955, 95% confidence interval 1.331-22.284; P=0.024). Conclusion:For patients with minor stroke due to anterior circulation large vessel occlusion who experience END, EVT may improve their functional outcome without increasing the risk of sICH and mortality.
10.Effect of ox-LDL on contrast-induced renal tubular epithelial cell apoptosis and its mechanism
Sha CHEN ; Manyu ZHANG ; Yufeng ZHANG ; Dingwei YANG
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2025;48(4):351-356
Objective:To investigate the effect of oxidized-low density lipoprotein (ox-LDL) on contrast-induced renal tubular epithelial cell apoptosis and its mechanism.Methods:Human renal proximal tubular epithelial HK-2 cells were cultured in vitro and divided into four groups using the random number table method, including a control group, an ox-LDL group (50 μg/ml ox-LDL), an iohexol group (100 mg I/ml iohexol) and an ox-LDL+iohexol group (50 μg/ml ox-LDL+100 mg I/ml iohexol). Apoptosis rates were detected using the in situ terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated dUTP-biotin nick end labeling assay. Western blotting was used to detect the level of apoptosis by evaluating the presence of cleaved cysteine aspartic acid specific protease-3 (cleaved Caspase-3) protein. Mitochondrial membrane potential was detected using the JC-1 method. Mitochondrial/cytoplasmic cytochrome C (Cyt C) levels were detected by Western blotting to assess mitochondrial damage. Western blotting was used to detect the levels of the mitochondrial fission-related dynamin-related protein 1 (Drp1) and the mitochondrial fusion-related optic atrophy protein 1 (OPA1) to evaluate mitochondrial fusion/fission. Independent sample t test and one-way analysis of variance were used for data analysis. Results:The apoptosis rate [(30.12±3.19)%] and the relative expression of cleaved Caspase-3 protein (0.34±0.07) in the iohexol group were higher than those in the control group [(4.77±1.68)%, 0.23±0.05] ( P<0.05, 0.01). The apoptosis rate [(48.81±4.96)%] and the relative expression of cleaved Caspase-3 protein (0.53±0.05) in the ox-LDL+iohexol group were higher than those in the iohexol group (both P<0.01). The mitochondrial membrane potential (1.61±0.15) and mitochondrial/cytoplasmic Cyt C ratio (1.09±0.14) in the iohexol group were lower than those in the control group (6.15±0.52 and 3.09±0.45) (both P<0.01). The mitochondrial membrane potential (0.27±0.01) and the mitochondrial/cytoplasmic Cyt C ratio (0.24±0.04) in the ox-LDL+iohexol group were lower than those in the iohexol group (both P<0.01). The relative expression of Drp1 protein in the iohexol group (0.49±0.05) was higher than that in the control group (0.29±0.03), the relative expression of long OPA1 protein (0.24±0.03) was lower than that of the control group (0.40±0.03) (both P<0.01). The relative expression of Drp1 protein in the ox-LDL+iohexol group (0.64±0.02) was higher than that in the iohexol group, the relative expression of long OPA1 protein (0.07±0.02) was lower than that in the iohexol group (both P<0.01). Conclusions:ox-LDL can exacerbate contrast-induced renal tubular epithelial cell apoptosis, and its mechanism may be due to an imbalance in mitochondrial fusion and division caused by the contrast agent, leading to the increase mitochondrial damage.


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