1.Regulatory Effect of Danhe Granules on Oxidative Stress in Rats with Mixed Hyperlipidemia
Jingke MENG ; Susu LIU ; Pan GAO ; Mingjiao JIA ; Bochao JIA ; Qingzheng XING ; Yulong CHEN ; Wei WANG ; Xinlou CHAI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(10):112-122
ObjectiveTo investigate the therapeutic mechanism of Danhe granules in treating mixed hyperlipidemia based on network pharmacology, as well as animal and cell experiments. MethodsThe active compounds and targets of Danhe granules were screened using the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform (TCMSP) and the Encyclopedia of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ETCM). Related targets for mixed hyperlipidemia were obtained from the GeneCards database. The intersecting targets were subjected to Gene Ontology (GO) functional annotation and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses. A high-fat model was established in human hepatocellular carcinoma cells (HepG2) induced by palmitic acid (PA), followed by intervention with Danhe granules to assess intracellular lipid accumulation and oxidative stress levels. A mixed hyperlipidemia rat model was also established and divided into low-, medium-, and high-dose Danhe granules groups (1.134, 2.268, and 4.536 g·kg-1, respectively), as well as a positive control group treated with pravastatin sodium (4.020 mg·kg-1). After eight weeks of intervention, serum lipid levels, inflammatory factors, oxidative stress indices, and the expression of key hepatic lipid metabolism-related proteins were determined. ResultsNetwork pharmacology identified 93 intersecting targets between Danhe granules and mixed hyperlipidemia, with peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARG), peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPARA), tumor necrosis factor (TNF), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and IL-1B among the key nodes. The PPAR signaling pathway, AGE/RAGE signaling pathway, lipid metabolism, atherosclerosis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) were among the most significantly enriched pathways. Cellular experiments demonstrated that Danhe granules significantly reduced reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels while increasing catalase (CAT) activity (P<0.05), thereby alleviating intracellular lipid accumulation and triglyceride (TG) content in HepG2. In animal experiments, Danhe granules markedly decreased serum total cholesterol (TC), TG, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels (P<0.05), reduced hepatic MDA levels, and elevated superoxide dismutase (SOD) and CAT levels. Histological analysis showed alleviation of hepatic steatosis, upregulation of hepatic PPARA and lipoprotein lipase (LPL) expressions, and downregulation of sterol regulatory element-binding protein 1 (SREBP1) expression (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionDanhe granules improve lipid metabolism disorders in mixed hyperlipidemia by reducing MDA levels, enhancing SOD and CAT activities, scavenging excessive ROS, inhibiting oxidative stress, and mitigating liver injury. The underlying mechanism may involve the upregulation of PPARA and LPL and the suppression of SREBP1 expression.
2.Regulatory Effect of Danhe Granules on Oxidative Stress in Rats with Mixed Hyperlipidemia
Jingke MENG ; Susu LIU ; Pan GAO ; Mingjiao JIA ; Bochao JIA ; Qingzheng XING ; Yulong CHEN ; Wei WANG ; Xinlou CHAI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(10):112-122
ObjectiveTo investigate the therapeutic mechanism of Danhe granules in treating mixed hyperlipidemia based on network pharmacology, as well as animal and cell experiments. MethodsThe active compounds and targets of Danhe granules were screened using the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform (TCMSP) and the Encyclopedia of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ETCM). Related targets for mixed hyperlipidemia were obtained from the GeneCards database. The intersecting targets were subjected to Gene Ontology (GO) functional annotation and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses. A high-fat model was established in human hepatocellular carcinoma cells (HepG2) induced by palmitic acid (PA), followed by intervention with Danhe granules to assess intracellular lipid accumulation and oxidative stress levels. A mixed hyperlipidemia rat model was also established and divided into low-, medium-, and high-dose Danhe granules groups (1.134, 2.268, and 4.536 g·kg-1, respectively), as well as a positive control group treated with pravastatin sodium (4.020 mg·kg-1). After eight weeks of intervention, serum lipid levels, inflammatory factors, oxidative stress indices, and the expression of key hepatic lipid metabolism-related proteins were determined. ResultsNetwork pharmacology identified 93 intersecting targets between Danhe granules and mixed hyperlipidemia, with peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARG), peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPARA), tumor necrosis factor (TNF), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and IL-1B among the key nodes. The PPAR signaling pathway, AGE/RAGE signaling pathway, lipid metabolism, atherosclerosis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) were among the most significantly enriched pathways. Cellular experiments demonstrated that Danhe granules significantly reduced reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels while increasing catalase (CAT) activity (P<0.05), thereby alleviating intracellular lipid accumulation and triglyceride (TG) content in HepG2. In animal experiments, Danhe granules markedly decreased serum total cholesterol (TC), TG, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels (P<0.05), reduced hepatic MDA levels, and elevated superoxide dismutase (SOD) and CAT levels. Histological analysis showed alleviation of hepatic steatosis, upregulation of hepatic PPARA and lipoprotein lipase (LPL) expressions, and downregulation of sterol regulatory element-binding protein 1 (SREBP1) expression (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionDanhe granules improve lipid metabolism disorders in mixed hyperlipidemia by reducing MDA levels, enhancing SOD and CAT activities, scavenging excessive ROS, inhibiting oxidative stress, and mitigating liver injury. The underlying mechanism may involve the upregulation of PPARA and LPL and the suppression of SREBP1 expression.
3.Application Analysis of Alzheimer's Disease Animal Models Based on Data Mining
Zhichen WANG ; Senlin CHEN ; Yulong ZOU ; Gengzhao CHEN ; Qianhong ZHU ; Saie HUANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(13):244-252
ObjectiveThis paper aims to systematically summarize the construction methods and characteristics of Alzheimer's disease (AD) animal models, providing a reference for improving AD animal models. MethodsLiterature related to AD animal models published between January 2022 and April 2025 was retrieved from China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), China Biomedical Literature Database (CBM), Wanfang Data, and VIP Database. Information such as experimental animal species, month of age, sex, modeling methods, and period, as well as evaluation indicators, was collated, extracted, and imported into Microsoft Excel 2024 to establish the database. In addition, various modeling methods and detection means were summarized and compared. ResultsA total of 400 articles were included. Among the AD animal models, amyloid precursor protein/presenilin-1 (APP/PS1) mice were used most frequently, with a predominance of male animals. Typically, 3-4-month-old rats or 5-6-month-old mice were selected. The main modeling methods included natural aging, accelerated aging, surgical intervention, drug induction, and transgenic technology. The modeling period was mainly concentrated in a single day or 6-8 weeks. Detection indicators of the models focused on physiological, behavioral, pathological-morphological, and biochemical phenotypes. ConclusionThe construction methods of AD animal models are relatively mature, with multifactorial interventions effectively simulating human pathology, though certain limitations remain. By systematically reviewing and analyzing recent experimental literature of AD animal models, this study aims to provide theoretical support and a reference for further improving the construction of the AD animal model.
4.Clinical effect and mechanism of Gongliuxiao capsule combined with dienogest in treating refractory/recurrent endometriosis
Hui YUAN ; Yalin MAO ; Xiangqian XU ; Yulong CHEN ; Shoufang KONG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(11):1468-1472
OBJECTIVE To investigate the clinical efficacy and mechanism of Gongliuxiao capsule combined with dienogest (DNG) in the treatment of refractory/recurrent endometriosis (EMT). METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 94 patients with refractory/recurrent EMT admitted to Qingdao TCM Hospital from January 2022 to January 2025. According to different treatment methods, they were divided into a monotherapy group (47 cases, receiving DNG monotherapy) and a combination group (47 cases, receiving Gongliuxiao capsule combined with DNG). The cl inical efficacy, symptom and sign scores [Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and Pictorial Blood Loss Assessment Chart (PBAC) scores ] , vascular endothelial function indicators [serum transforming growth factor-β 1 (TGF-β 1 ), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2), MMP-9, basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) ] , serum pathological factors [carbohydrate antigen 125 (CA125), CA199, anti-endometrial antibody (EMAb) ] , and Th1/Th2 drift indicators [interferon-γ (IFN-γ), interleukin-4 (IL-4) ] were compared between the two groups before and after 6 months of treatment. RESULTS After treatment, the VAS and PBAC scores, serum levels of TGF-β 1 , VEGF, MMP-2, MMP-9, bFGF, CA125, CA199, EMAb, and IL-4 in both groups were significantly lower than those before treatment, while IFN-γ levels were significantly higher than those before treatment ( P <0.05). Moreover, the magnitude of increase or decrease in the combination group was significantly greater than that in the monotherapy group ( P <0.05). The total effective rate in the combination group was significantly higher than that in the monotherapy group (93.62% vs. 76.60%, P <0.05). CONCLUSIONS The combination of Gongliuxiao capsule and DNG is effective in treating refractory/recurrent EMT, and can effectively improve the degree of dysmenorrhea and abnormal menstrual volume in patients. The mechanism may be related to improving vascular endothelial function, inhibiting the expression of tumor pathological factors, and correcting Th1/Th2 drift.
5.Role of Autophagy Flux in Chemoresistance of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma and Sensitizing Effect of Chloroquine Combined with Doxorubicin
Yating CHEN ; Xueyu WANG ; Yulong WANG
Cancer Research on Prevention and Treatment 2026;53(7):516-522
Objective To investigate the role of cellular autophagy in medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) under doxorubicin (DOX)-induced stress and chemoresistance and to evaluate the synergistic antitumor effect of combining the autophagy inhibitor chloroquine (CQ) with DOX. Methods The human MTC cell line TT was used as an in vitro model and assigned to four groups: control, DOX, CQ, and DOX+CQ combination. Autophagy flux was assessed by Western blot analysis of LC3-Ⅱ protein expression, whereas autophagic structures were observed through transmission electron microscopy (TEM). An MTC xenograft model was established in nude mice, and tumor-bearing mice were randomly allocated to corresponding treatment groups. Tumor growth volume and weight were monitored, and autophagy levels in tumor tissues were detected. Results In vitro experiments showed that DOX treatment considerablyincreased LC3-Ⅱ levels, indicating autophagy induction. The combination of DOX and CQ led to further LC3-Ⅱaccumulation, and TEM revealed numerous undegraded autophagosomes and abnormal autolysosomes, confirming the successful blockade of autophagic flux. In vivo, the DOX+CQ combination therapy inhibited tumor growth significantly more effectively than any single-agent treatment (tumor inhibition rate: 60.0%, P<0.01) without causing considerable systemic toxicity. Marked accumulation of LC3-Ⅱ in tumor tissues from the combination group indicated the effective inhibition of autophagic flux in vivo. Conclusion Functional autophagy flux is a key mechanism underlying DOX chemoresistance in MTC. CQ can effectively reverse this resistance by blocking autophagic flux, and its combination with DOX exhibits a considerable synergistic antitumor effect. These findings suggest a promising therapeutic strategy for the management of advanced MTC.
6.Qige San Regulates miR-133a/PI3K/Akt Signaling Pathway-mediated Tumor Angiogenesis to Treat Esophageal Cancer
Yuhui HAN ; Xiaoling GAO ; Dandan LI ; Xianghua LIU ; Yumeng WEI ; Yulong CHEN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(23):12-23
ObjectiveTo observe the mechanism through which Qige San inhibits tumor angiogenesis in esophageal cancer (EC) by regulating the microRNA-133a (miR-133a)/phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt) signaling pathway. MethodsCell experiments were conducted by transfecting miR-133a mimics through liposomes and utilizing PI3K/Akt signaling pathway inhibitors. The effects of 60 mg·L-1 and 100 mg·L-1 Qige San on inflammatory factor secretion in the supernatant of EC9706 cells (esophageal cancer cells) were observed. EC9706 cell supernatants were then extracted and used as conditioned media to treat human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs). The effects of the conditioned media on the proliferation, migration, tube formation, and apoptosis of HUVECs were examined. Animal experiments involved establishing a subcutaneous tumor model in nude mice with EC9706 cells. After grouping and administration, tumor volumes were measured regularly. At the end of the experiment, tumors were harvested, and histopathological changes were observed under a microscope after hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. Real-time polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) was adopted to measure miR-133a expression in the tumor tissue of each group, while Western blotting was employed to analyze the expression of key signaling molecules, such as phosphorylated Akt (p-Akt), as well as endothelial cell markers, cluster of differentiation 31 (CD31) and cluster of differentiation 34 (CD34), in the tumor tissue. ResultsCell experiments showed that compared with the blank group, the supernatant of EC9706 cells promoted tube formation of HUVECs (P<0.05). Both low and high doses of Qige San inhibited tube formation of HUVECs (P<0.05). All doses of Qige San, PI3K/Akt inhibitor, and the combination reduced the content of interleukin-6 (IL-6) (P<0.05), while high-dose Qige San, inhibitor, and combination all reduced the content of interleukin-8 (IL-8) (P<0.05). Compared with the EC9706 blank supernatant group, Qige San-conditioned medium inhibited the proliferation of HUVECs (P<0.05). Qige San, the inhibitor, and the combination all inhibited the migration and tube formation (P<0.05) and increased the late apoptosis and total apoptosis rates of HUVECs (P<0.05). In addition, the low-dose combination induced early apoptosis of EC9706 cells (P<0.05). Compared with the blank supernatant group, the miR-133a mimic combined with Qige San synergistically reduced IL-6/IL-8 (P<0.05), and enhanced the inhibition on proliferation, migration, and tube formation of HUVECs (P<0.05). Animal experimental results showed that compared with the model group, both Qige San and cisplatin inhibited the growth of xenograft tumors in nude mice (P<0.05), promoted tumor cell necrosis, and reduced capillary formation. High-dose Qige San upregulated miR-133a expression (P<0.05). Moreover, compared with the model group, cisplatin, Qige San, and the combination all downregulated the expression of p-Akt, CD31, and CD34 (P<0.05). ConclusionQige San upregulates miR-133a expression, inhibit PI3K/Akt signaling pathway activity, and improve the tumor inflammatory microenvironment to suppress the growth and tumor angiogenesis of HUVECs, thereby inhibiting esophageal cancer.
7.Rapid stratification value of the Dual-Marker Strategy (high sensitivity cardiac troponin T combined with Copeptin) in patients with suspected non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction in a real-world setting
Dongxu CHEN ; Yao YU ; Chen CHEN ; Yulong LIU ; Chaoyang TONG ; Zhenju SONG ; Guorong GU ; Chenling YAO
Chinese Journal of Emergency Medicine 2025;34(8):1091-1097
Objective:To assess the real-world triage performance of a dual-marker strategy (DMS) combining copeptin and high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T (hs-cTnT) in patients presenting with chest pain and suspected non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI).Methods:It was conducted a prospective study of 277 consecutive chest pain patients admitted to the Emergency Department of Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, between July and August 2023. Admission levels of copeptin and hs-cTnT were measured. The safety, efficacy, and triage efficiency of the DMS (defined as copeptin <10 pmol/L and hs-cTnT <0.014 ng/mL) for excluding NSTEMI were evaluated based on final diagnoses and clinical outcomes.Results:Among 277 patients, 141 (50.9%) had cardiogenic diseases (51 NSTEMI, 37 unstable angina pectoris [UAP], 11 myocardial bridges, and 42 non-coronary artery disease), 29 (10.5%) had non-cardiac conditions, and 107 (38.6%) had low-risk chest pain of unknown etiology. A total of 103 patients (37.2%) were DMS-negative (copeptin and hs-cTnT both below cutoff), including 0 NSTEMI cases, 2 UAP cases, 1 myocardial bridge, 6 non-coronary artery diseases, 4 non-cardiac conditions, and 90 low-risk cases. The DMS demonstrated a negative predictive value (NPV) of 100% for excluding NSTEMI, with no major adverse cardiac events (MACE) observed in DMS-negative patients during 30-day follow-up. Real-world data revealed that only 42.2% of suspected NSTEMI patients received a second troponin test (timing: 1 hour—5.9%, 2 hours—23.9%, ≥3 hours—70.1%). The DMS enabled safe and efficient triage of 37.2% of chest pain patients at 0-hour, outperforming other strategies in applicability and feasibility ( P < 0.05). Conclusions:In real-world clinical practice, the DMS (copeptin combined with hs-cTnT) optimally complements guideline-recommended hs-cTnT algorithms. It provides a simple, rapid, and safe approach to managing acute chest pain, demonstrating superior applicability for improving emergency triage efficiency.
8.Bioactivity-guided discovery of antiviral templichalasins A‒C from the endophytic fungus Aspergillus templicola.
Teng CAI ; Jingzu SUN ; Wenxuan CHEN ; Qiang HE ; Baosong CHEN ; Yulong HE ; Peng ZHANG ; Yanhong WEI ; Hongwei LIU ; Xiaofeng CAI
Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines (English Ed.) 2025;23(6):754-761
The bioactivity-guided isolation of potentially active natural products has been widely utilized in pharmaceutical discovery. In this study, by screening fungal extracts against coxsackievirus B3 (CVB3), three new aspochalasins, templichalasins A‒C (1‒3), along with six known aspochalasins (4‒9) were isolated from an active extract derived from the endophytic fungus Aspergillus templicola LHWf045. Compound 1 features a unique 5/6/5/7/5 pentacyclic ring system, while compounds 2 and 3 possess unusual 5/6/6/7 tetracyclic skeletons. Their structures were characterized through extensive spectroscopic analyses, electronic circular dichroism (ECD) calculations, and single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. Additionally, we demonstrated that compound 4 can be readily converted into compounds 1‒3 under mild acidic conditions and proposed a plausible mechanism for this conversion. Bioactivity evaluation of compounds 1‒9 against CVB3 revealed the inhibitory effects of all compounds against the virus. Notably, compound 9 exhibited superior antiviral activity, surpassing the commercial drug ribavirin in selectivity index (SI) value.
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9.Status and influencing factors of air quality in static state of clean operating rooms in 41 medical institutions in Xi'an from 2017 to 2021
Ruru LIU ; Xin WANG ; Chen CHEN ; Fei WANG ; Wenhao LI ; Pengfei WANG ; Yulong LIU ; Han FU
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2025;35(15):2368-2373
OBJECTIVE To investigate the current status of air quality in clean operating rooms in Xi'an and explore the possible influencing factors,thus to provide data support for improving the quality of operating room manage-ment.METHODS According to GB50333-2013"Architectural technical code for hospital clean operating depart-ment",on-site monitoring was conducted from 2017 to 2021 on the air quality of 242 clean operating rooms in 41 hospitals in Xi'an,and the results were compared and analyzed.RESULTS Among the operating rooms being sur-veyed,130 were from secondary hospitals,112 from tertiary hospitals;seventy-nine were ClassⅠoperating rooms,26 were ClassⅡ,137 were ClassⅢ.The pass rate for settling bacterial was 98.35%,with 94.94%for ClassⅠoperating rooms,which was significantly lower than that in ClassⅡand ClassⅢ operating rooms(χ2=6.565,P=0.022).The pass rate for dust particles was 69.01%,with 43.04%for ClassⅠoperating rooms,and there was significant difference among different levels of operating rooms(χ2=37.304,P<0.001).The pass rate for dust particles in tertiary hospitals was 61.61%,lower than that in secondary hospitals(75.38%;χ2=5.340,P=0.021).The pass rate for dust particles≥0.5μm and≥5μm were 85.12%and 74.79%,respectively.Among the operating rooms with unqualified dust particles,those with both≥0.5 μm and≥5 μm dust particles not meeting standards accounted for 29.33%,and those with only≥0.5 μm dust particles not meeting standards accounted for 18.67%.Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that influencing factors for air quality in clean operating rooms included the year of monitoring and the level of the operating room,while the sampling area and hospital level were not statistically associated with the outcomes.CONCLUSION The overall air quality of op-erating rooms in Xi'an is not optimistic,the pass rate is affected by the year of monitoring and the clean levels of the operating rooms,indicating a need to strengthen routine management and monitoring of clean operating rooms.
10.Expert consensus on clinical treatment of acute radiation syndrome from external irradiation
Li LIANG ; Long YUAN ; Changlin YU ; Qingjie LIU ; Yulong LIU ; Wenfeng YANG ; Jin WANG ; Weixu HUANG ; Ying LIU ; Cuiping LEI ; Huifang CHEN ; Ximing FU ; Baoshan CAO ; Mopei WANG ; Zhaohui ZHANG ; Yu XIAO ; Yamei CHEN ; Quanfu SUN
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2025;45(9):827-839
China emerges as a major country in nuclear energy development and the application of nuclear and radiologic technology. The diagnosis and treatment of acute radiation syndrom (ARS) caused by external irradiation represent a core function in the country′s medical rescue of nuclear and radiological emergencies. Clinically, ARS manifests hematopoietic, gastrointestinal, cutaneous, and central nervous system syndromes, with specific clinical manifestations, signs, severity, and prognosis strongly correlated with radiation dose. China has established a number of national and provincial centers for treating radiation-induced damage. Nevertheless, most medical staff have limited experience in ARS treatment. This consensus presents a summary of recent experience in treating ARS of China. In combination with recommendations from international organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), this consensus proposes key evidence of critical clinical issues of ARS, covering all links in the rescue of external irradiation-induced ARS. Initially, clinical diagnosis, syndromes, and severe degrees should be determined based on clinical symptoms and dose estimates. It is necessary to normalize clinical treatment measures for hematopoietic recovery, gastrointestinal injury treatment, infection control, symptomatic treatment, and multi-organ function preservation. To this end, this consensus offers cautions. This consensus provides principles of treatment with traditional Chinese medicine, psychological intervention, and follow-up. Additionally, it highlights multidisciplinary collaboration. It is recommended that this consensus be applied in relevant treatment centers.

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