1.Proteome-wide Mendelian randomization analysis of plasma proteins identifies biomarkers for anxiety disorders
Xuelian LI ; Min DENG ; Rongting RAN ; Yuqian HE ; Geman WANG ; Yujie LI ; Zhili ZOU
Sichuan Mental Health 2026;39(1):63-69
BackgroundAnxiety disorder is a common mental disorder, with its prevalence showing a continuous upward trend, significantly affecting the quality of life and social function of patients. Due to the lack of objective and reliable biomarkers in clinical practice, the early identification and treatment of anxiety disorder have been somewhat limited. Plasma proteins have the potential to serve as biomarkers for mental diseases, however, the causal relationship between them and anxiety disorder remains unclear. ObjectiveTo identify the plasma proteins that have a causal relationship with anxiety disorders, and to elucidate the associated biological pathways, in order to provide references for the search for biomarkers of anxiety disorders and the exploration of potential therapeutic targets. MethodsBased on the protein quantitative trait locus (pQTL) data of 4 907 plasma proteins covering 35 559 Icelandic individuals from the deCODE database, and the genome-wide association studies (GWAS) data of 50 486 patients with anxiety disorders and 330 460 healthy controls, the inverse-variance weighted (IVW) method was used as the main analysis method, supplemented by MR-Egger method, weighted median method, simple model method, and weighted model method for bidirectional Mendelian randomization analysis. Enrichment analysis of gene ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways was conducted for the related proteins. Sensitivity analysis was performed using Cochran's Q test, MR-Egger intercept test, MR-PRESSO test, and leave-one-out analysis to evaluate the robustness of the results. ResultsA total of 10 plasma proteins were identified as significantly associated with anxiety disorders. Among these, SPATA9 (OR=0.856, 95% CI: 0.784–0.934, P<0.01) and PDE5A (OR=0.911, 95% CI: 0.864–0.961, P<0.01) were identified as protective factors, while CRYGD (OR=1.209, 95% CI: 1.095–1.334, P<0.01), BTN3A3 (OR=1.045, 95% CI: 1.018–1.073, P<0.01), SERPINB13 (OR=1.102, 95% CI: 1.040–1.168, P<0.01), ERBB4 (OR=1.283, 95% CI: 1.109–1.484, P<0.01), LSAMP (OR=1.096, 95% CI: 1.037–1.158, P<0.01), ICOSLG (OR=1.283, 95% CI: 1.104–1.490, P<0.01), DNAJB11 (OR=1.172, 95% CI: 1.076–1.277, P<0.01), and TREML1 (OR=1.115, 95% CI: 1.054–1.179, P<0.01) were identified as risk factors. The sensitivity analysis showed that the results were robust, with no heterogeneity (Cochran's Q test P>0.05) or pleiotropy (MR-Egger intercept test P>0.05). Enrichment analysis indicated that these plasma proteins were enriched in biological processes such as T-cell signal transduction, lymphocyte proliferation, cell membrane structure and synaptic function, as well as the intestinal immune network that produces IgA and the ErbB signaling pathway. ConclusionThis study identified 10 plasma proteins associated with anxiety disorders. The functions of these plasma proteins involve multiple biological processes such as neural development and immune regulation.
2.Analysis of knowledge related to human papillomavirus and vaccination willingness among college students in Guizhou Province
REN Li, WU Yuqian, ZHU Liwan,LI Fenxiang, FAN Shujun, GAN Jianzhe, DONG Shuwen, LU Yong
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(2):212-216
Objective:
To explore human papillomavirus (HPV) and vaccination related knowledge and vaccination willingness of college students in Guizhou Province and their related factors, so as to provide a basis for formulating targeted intervention strategies.
Methods:
From May to June 2025, by applying convenience sampling method,4 567 college students were selected from 8 universities in Guizhou Province to conduct a questionnaire survey. Awareness of HPV and vaccination related knowledge, vaccination willingness as well as related factors among college students were also analyzed. The t test and Chi square test were used for comparison between groups, and multifactor Logistic regression was employed to analyze the related factors of HPV vaccination willingness among college students.
Results:
The HPV and vaccine knowledge score of college students in Guizhou Province was ( 10.50 ±2.09), and the score of girls (10.81±1.82) was higher than that of boys (10.19±2.30) ( t=10.09, P <0.01). The HPV vaccination willingness rate of college students was 65.6%, and the rate was higher in girls than in boys (67.1%,64.1%, χ 2=4.75, P <0.05). Multi factor Logistic regression analysis showed that ethnicity and HPV testing were related factors that affected college students willingness to vaccinate (minority: OR boy =1.23, OR girl =1.35; previous HPV testing: OR boy =0.56, OR girl =0.59); boys willingness to vaccinate was related to the number of sexual partners ( OR =0.60), family history of cancer ( OR =0.65), and sexual behavior related HPV knowledge scores ( OR =0.89), while girls willingness to vaccinate was related to bisexual sexual orientation ( OR =0.59), previous HIV testing ( OR =0.60), and HPV and vaccine basic knowledge scores ( OR =0.86) (all P <0.05).
Conclusions
College students in Guizhou Province have higher HPV vaccine related knowledge scores and are more willing to vaccinate, and those above are higher in girls than in boys. Health education content should be optimized based on gender differences, and promote the willingness and behavior of HPV vaccination among college students.
3.Research on the association between immune-related gene expression and panic disorder
Yuqian HE ; Geman WANG ; Rongting RAN ; Xuelian LI ; Yujie LI ; Min DENG ; Zhili ZOU
Sichuan Mental Health 2025;38(5):392-397
BackgroundGenetic factor plays an important role in the pathogenesis of panic disorder. Previous studies have revealed that immune system dysregulation is closely related to mental disorders such as panic disorder, while the relationship between panic disorder and immune-related gene expression remains unclear. ObjectiveTo explore the relationship between the expression of CXCL8, IL6R, JUN, PTGS2, TGFBR1, TLR2, CCR4 genes and panic disorder, providing references for the diagnosis and treatment of panic disorder. MethodsA total of 52 patients who met the diagnostic criteria for panic disorder according to the Diagnosed and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fourth edition (DSM-IV) were enrolled at the Psychosomatic Medicine Center of Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital from January 2020 to March 2021. Another 72 healthy individuals matched for age and gender from Chengdu were concurrently recruited as control group. The Panic Disorder Severity Scale (PDSS) was used to assess the severity of symptoms in panic disorder patients. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) was used to detect gene expression levels in two groups. Spearman correlation analysis was adopted to determine the correlation between PDSS score and immune-related gene expression in research group. ResultsThe expression of the JUN, PTGS2 and TGFBR1 genes were significant higher in panic disorder patients than those in control group (Z=-4.172, -2.086, -3.018, P<0.05 or 0.01). After false discovery rate (FDR) correction for multiple testing, the differential expression of JUN and TGFBR1 genes remained statistically significant between two groups (P<0.05). There was no significant difference in the expression of CCR4, CXCL8, IL6R and TLR2 genes between two groups (P>0.05). Correlation analysis revealed that the expression of the JUN gene in panic disorder patients was positively correlated with PDSS score (r=0.360, P<0.01), while the CCR4, CXCL8, IL6R, PTGS2, TGFBR1 and TLR2 genes showed no statistically significant correlation with the PDSS score (P>0.05). ConclusionThe expression of the JUN and TGFBR1 genes may be associated with panic disorder, and the expression of the JUN gene correlated with the severity of panic disorder. [Funded by Science and Technology Plan Project of Sichuan Provincial Department of Science and Technology (number, 2021YJ0440)]
4.Anesthetic effect of different doses of esketamine combined with propofol for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography in elderly patients
China Journal of Endoscopy 2025;31(2):38-44
Objective To compare the anesthetic effect of different doses of esketamine combined with propofol in elderly patients underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography(ERCP),and explore the appropriate dose.Methods 105 elderly patients were selected for ERCP.The patients were divided into 3 groups with 35 cases in each group by random number table method.E1 group,E2 group and E3 group were given esketamine 0.15,0.35 and 0.50 mg/kg,respectively,and were given propofol 1.00 mg/kg intravenous injection 15 s later.Heart rate(HR),mean arterial pressure(MAP),and percutaneous arterial oxygen saturation(SpO2)were recorded after left lateral position(T0),at successful induction(T1),endoscope through larynx(T2),sphincter insertion or incision(T3),and at recovery(T4).Operation duration,intraoperative propofol dosage,anesthesia recovery time,visual analogue scale(VAS)score 15 min after anesthesia recovery and occurrence of adverse reactions were recorded.Results Compared with T0,HR and MAP decreased at T1,T2,T3 and T4 time point in E1 group,HR and MAP increased at T1,T2,T3 and T4 time point in E3 group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05);HR and MAP had no significant changes at T1,T2,T3 and T4 time point in E2 group(P>0.05);Compared with group E3,HR and MAP decreased at T1,T2,T3 and T4 time point in E1 group and E2 group,and E1 group was lower than E2 group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05);There were no significant difference in SpO2 at different time points between the three groups(P>0.05);Compared with E1 group,the dosage of propofol in E2 group and E3 group was decreased,and E3 group was significantly less than E2 group,with statistical significance(P<0.05).Compared with E3 group,the recovery time of E1 group and E2 group was shorter,and E2 group was shorter than E1 group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).Compared with E1 group,pain VAS score 15 min after recovery in E2 group and E3 group was lower,and E3 group was lower than E2 group,the differences were statistically significant(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in operation time among 3 groups(P>0.05).The incidence of hypoxemia,respiratory depression and hypotension in E1 group were higher than that in E2 group and E3 group,the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).The incidence of psychomimetic symptoms and visual disturbance in E3 group was higher than that in E1 group and E2 group,the difference was statistically significant(P<0.05).There were no significant differences in the incidence of dizziness and nausea vomiting among the 3 groups(P>0.05).Conclusion 0.35 mg/kg esketamine combined with propofol in the operation of ERCP in elderly patients,respiratory circulation is more stable,and adverse reactions do not increase.
5.Comparison of lipid metabolism and its relationship with iodine nutritional status in patients with papillary thyroid carcinoma and benign thyroid nodules
Yashu ZHANG ; Yuqian ZHAI ; Yan HE ; Yu LI ; Lijun FAN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2025;44(7):517-524
Objective:To study the lipid metabolism and its relationship with iodine nutrition status in patients with papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) and benign thyroid nodules.Methods:A case-control study was conducted on patients with thyroid nodules initially diagnosed at Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital from November 2015 to April 2019. Basic information, thyroid function indicators [thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), free triiodothyronine (FT 3), free thyroxine (FT 4), thyroglobulin antibodies (TgAb), thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb)], and pathological diagnosis results were collected from all subjects. Fasting venous blood and morning urine samples were collected for serum iodine concentration (SIC), urine iodine concentration (UIC) and blood lipid indicators [total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), lipoprotein (a), apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1), apolipoprotein B (ApoB), apolipoprotein E (ApoE), and non-esterified fatty acid (NEFA)] measurements. Results:A total of 1 090 subjects were included, including 907 PTC patients and 183 benign thyroid nodule patients. The UIC [ M ( Q1, Q3)] for the PTC group and benign thyroid nodule group were 143.36 (94.08, 227.94) and 146.28 (112.89, 236.07) μg/L, respectively, with statistically significant differences between the groups ( Z = 4.16, P = 0.042). Among PTC patients with different clinical pathological features, those with lymph node metastasis had higher FT 3 levels than those without lymph node metastasis ( t = 5.42, P = 0.021). The levels of TSH, TgAb, and TPOAb in patients with PTC combined with autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) were higher than those without AITD ( Z = 11.87, 81.55, 475.96, P < 0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in the comparison of various blood lipid indicators ( P > 0.05). The correlation analysis showed that SIC in patients with thyroid nodules was positively correlated with FT 3, FT 4, ApoB, lipoprotein (a), NEFA, TG, LDL-C, and LDL-C/HDL-C ( P < 0.05). FT 3 was positively correlated with NEFA and LDL-C/HDL-C ( r = 0.12, 0.09, P < 0.05), and negatively correlated with ApoA1, TC, and HDL-C ( r = - 0.14, - 0.14, - 0.15, P < 0.001). FT 4 was positively correlated with NEFA ( r = 0.11, P < 0.001), and negatively correlated with TG ( r = - 0.10, P = 0.003). According to the iodine nutritional level, the ApoE level of PTC patients in the SIC < 45 μg/L group was higher than that in the 45 - 90 μg/L group ( P < 0.05). The levels of LDL-C and ApoB in patients with benign thyroid nodules in the SIC > 90 μg/L group were higher than those in the 45 - 90 μg/L group ( P < 0.05). The ApoE level of patients with benign thyroid nodules in the UIC < 100 μg/L group was significantly higher than that in the 100 - 299 and ≥300 μg/L groups ( P < 0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in thyroid function indicators of patients with PTC and benign thyroid nodules between different levels of SIC and UIC ( P > 0.05). Conclusions:Compared to benign thyroid nodules, PTC does not significantly affect patients' blood lipid levels. In patients with PTC and benign thyroid nodules, insufficient or excessive iodine nutrition can affect lipid metabolism.
6.Morphea alopecia
Qiuwei TAO ; Qitao CHEN ; Guanghui SHAO ; Yuqian LI ; Qilin ZHU ; Jing ZHU ; Zhongming LI ; Xufeng DU
Chinese Journal of Dermatology 2025;58(7):664-667
Morphea alopecia is a rare secondary cicatricial alopecia, often caused by linear scleroderma of the scalp. When hair loss appears as the only symptom of morphea, it is easily confused with other localized alopecia. The diagnosis of morphea alopecia depends on histopathologic and dermoscopic examinations. In order to improve the understanding of morphea alopecia among clinicians, this review summarizes research progress in its pathogenesis, clinical and pathological characteristics, diagnosis and treatment.
7.Research progress in the relationship between periodontitis and anxiety disorders/depression disorders
Baiqiang REN ; Dandan XIANG ; Yuxiang FEI ; Yuqian GUO ; Faming CHEN ; Xuan LI
Chinese Journal of Stomatology 2025;60(9):1071-1076
Periodontitis, a common chronic inflammatory disease, progressively damages the supporting tissues of teeth, ultimately resulting in tooth loss. The rising incidence of periodontitis in adults has prompted researchers to observe a frequent co-occurrence of mental health disorders (such as anxiety disorders, depression disorders) in patients undergoing periodontitis onset and treatment. The existence of severe periodontitis can even aggravate the mental and psychological disorders of patients. Furthermore, the long-term fast-paced, high-pressure modern life is easy to cause a series of psychological problems, in turn affecting the occurrence and development of periodontitis. At present, researchers have reported the correlation between periodontitis and anxiety disorders/depression disorders. However, due to the lack of systematic understanding, most of them are clinical investigations or epidemiological statistics without deep mechanism studies. In view of the above problems, this article elucidates the bidirectional relationship between periodontitis and depression/anxiety disorders in recent years by examining recent epidemiological findings, exploring potential bidirectional pathogenic mechanisms, and discussing current treatment strategies. Ultimately, this review seeks to provide new perspectives for improving both oral and mental health outcomes in patients affected by periodontitis and anxiety/depression disorders.
8.Association of vaccine knowledge and vaccine literacy with vaccine hesitancy among parents of preschool children
DONG Shuwen, WU Yuqian, ZHU Liwan, ZENG Yuexian, XIANG Xinrong, GAN Jianzhe, REN Li
Chinese Journal of School Health 2025;46(11):1580-1583
Objective:
To investigate the mediating role of vaccine literacy between vaccine knowledge and vaccine hesitancy and the moderating role of parental education level, so as to provide references for adjusting vaccination strategies.
Methods:
From May to December 2024, a stratified random sampling method was used to select 10 community hospitals in Guiyang and Zunyi City, Guizhou Province. A total of 1 401 parents of children aged 0-6 years were surveyed regarding their socio demographic characteristics, vaccine knowledge, vaccine literacy, and vaccine hesitancy levels. Data were analyzed using common method bias tests, Spearman correlation analysis, mediation and moderation effects tests.
Results:
The mean score for vaccine knowledge, vaccine literacy and vaccine hesitancy were (2.96±1.11, 14.25±2.64, 39.12±4.93) among the 1 401 participants. Mediating effect analysis showed that both parental vaccine knowledge ( β =1.28, 95% CI =1.08-1.49) and vaccine literacy ( β =0.75, 95% CI =0.66-0.84) positively predicted vaccine hesitancy (both P <0.01). Meanwhile, vaccine literacy accounted for 28.1% of the total effect of mediation between knowledge and vaccine hesitancy. In the moderated effects analysis, education level positively predicted vaccine literacy ( β =0.40, 95% CI =0.24-0.57), and education level moderated the pathway of vaccine knowledge on vaccine hesitancy ( β = 0.28 , 95% CI =0.05-0.52) (both P <0.01).
Conclusions
Vaccine literacy partially mediates the relationship between vaccine knowledge and vaccine hesitancy. Parental education level positively moderates the prediction of vaccine knowledge on vaccine hesitancy score.
9.HLA alleles, blocks, and haplotypes associated with the hematological diseases of AML, ALL, MDS, and AA in the Han population of Southeastern China.
Yuxi GONG ; Xue JIANG ; Yuqian ZHENG ; Yang LI ; Xiaojing BAO ; Wenjuan ZHU ; Ying LI ; Xiaojin WU ; Bo LIANG ; Tengteng ZHANG ; Jun HE
Chinese Medical Journal 2025;138(7):877-879
10.Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp
Qitao CHEN ; Yuqian LI ; Guanghui SHAO ; Jing ZHU ; Qilin ZHU ; Zhongming LI ; Xufeng DU ; Weixin FAN
Chinese Journal of Dermatology 2025;58(3):272-275
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp (EPDS) is a rare superficial skin inflammatory disease that occurs on the scalp, and its pathogenesis is still unclear. Its clinical manifestations are similar to those of infective inflammation and malignant tumors, and its diagnosis is highly dependent on non-specific pathological changes, so the diagnosis is relatively difficult. Clinically, topical glucocorticoids are the main treatment method, but treatment outcomes vary greatly among individuals, and patients with refractory EPDS need other treatment methods. EPDS generally requires long-term topical glucocorticoid therapy, and adverse drug reactions are common. This review summarizes research progress in EPDS in recent years, in order to improve clinicians' understanding of this disease.


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