1.Role of autophagy in treatment of paracetamol-induced liver injury
Guojing XING ; Lifei WANG ; Longlong LUO ; Xiaofeng ZHENG ; Chun GAO ; Xiaohui YU ; Jiucong ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(2):389-394
N-acetyl-p-aminophenol (APAP) is an antipyretic analgesic commonly used in clinical practice, and APAP overdose can cause severe liver injury and even death. In recent years, the incidence rate of APAP-induced liver injury (AILI) tends to increase, and it has become the second most common cause of liver transplantation worldwide. Autophagy is a highly conserved catabolic process that removes unwanted cytosolic proteins and organelles through lysosomal degradation to achieve the metabolic needs of cells themselves and the renewal of organelles. A large number of studies have shown that autophagy plays a key role in the pathophysiology of AILI, involving the mechanisms such as APAP protein conjugates, oxidative stress, JNK activation, mitochondrial dysfunction, inflammatory response and apoptosis. This article elaborates on the biological mechanism of autophagy in AILI, in order to provide a theoretical basis for the treatment of AILI and the development of autophagy regulators.
2.Research progress on T cell exhaustion in immunotherapy for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.
Yang WU ; Tian LI ; Runbing ZHANG ; Yani ZHANG ; Lingling ZHU ; Tingting SHI ; Shunna WANG ; Meixia YANG ; Xiaohui YU ; Jiucong ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Cellular and Molecular Immunology 2025;41(3):271-277
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the fastest growing cancers in the world, ranking fourth among the causes of cancer-induced death in the world. At present, the field of HCC treatment is developing rapidly, and immunotherapy has been recognized as a promising treatment method, in which T cells play a key role in HCC immunotherapy. However, in the case of virus infection or in tumor microenvironment (TME), T cells will be continuously stimulated by antigens and then fall into the state of T cell exhaustion (Tex). This state will not only reduce the immunity of patients but also lead to poor efficacy of immunotherapy. Therefore, to deeply analyze the mechanism of Tex and to explore effective strategies to reverse Tex is the key point in the immunotherapy for HCC. This review aims to summarize the mechanism of Tex in HCC patients, and the current situation and shortcomings of drug research and development to reverse Tex at this stage, in order to provide theoretical basis for the optimization of immunotherapy regimen for HCC patients.
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Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/therapy*
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Liver Neoplasms/therapy*
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Immunotherapy/methods*
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T-Lymphocytes/immunology*
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Tumor Microenvironment/immunology*
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Animals
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T-Cell Exhaustion
3.The role and mechanism of heparanase in hepatobiliary and pancreatic tumors
Yanan ZHANG ; Yang WU ; Chujiang WU ; Yuxin HE ; Yujie ZHAI ; Jiucong ZHANG ; Bin LIANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(11):2435-2440
Hepatobiliary and pancreatic tumors are common types of digestive system disorders, and their complex pathogeneses have led to difficulties in early diagnosis and a high metastasis rate, with persistently high incidence and mortality rates in China, which greatly affects the quality of life and prognosis of patients. Studies have shown that heparanase (HPSE), as a key effector molecule in matrix remodeling, plays a crucial regulatory role in tumor invasion and metastasis and microenvironment remodeling, and it is significantly associated with clinical prognosis. This article reviews the molecular mechanism of HPSE in hepatobiliary and pancreatic tumors, in order to provide a strong scientific basis for developing diagnostic markers and targeted interventions for hepatobiliary and pancreatic tumors.
4.Mechanism of action of the cyclic GMP-AMP synthase-stimulator of interferon genes signaling pathway in liver diseases and research advances in therapeutic targets
Yujie ZHAI ; Xiangxiang LI ; Chujiang WU ; Yanan ZHANG ; Yuxin HE ; Zhongyu LIU ; Jiucong ZHANG ; Bin LIANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(10):2180-2186
Liver diseases are a group of complex clinical conditions caused by various factors and can lead to hepatocyte damage and liver dysfunction, posing a serious threat to human health. The cyclic GMP-AMP synthase (cGAS)-stimulator of interferon genes (STING) signaling pathway plays a key regulatory role in the course of liver diseases and is involved in the development, progression, and treatment of various diseases such as viral hepatitis, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, liver fibrosis, and liver cancer. This article reviews the regulatory mechanisms of the cGAS-STING signaling pathway in processes such as inflammation, autophagy, antiviral response, and oxidative stress, analyzes its molecular function in liver diseases, and explores its application prospect as a potential target for the treatment of liver diseases, in order to provide a theoretical basis for developing novel therapeutic strategies for liver diseases.
5.Research progress in immunotherapy and targeted therapy for gastric cancer and esophagogastric junction cancer
Yang WU ; Tian LI ; Runbing ZHANG ; Tingting SHI ; Chun GAO ; Xiaofeng ZHENG ; Jiucong ZHANG
Journal of International Oncology 2024;51(9):595-600
Gastric cancer and esophagogastric junction cancer (EGJC) are one of the world 's most common types of malignant tumors. Traditional treatment methods mainly include radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and surgery, but the patients ' prognosis is limited. In recent years, with the development in treatment methods, immunotherapy and targeted therapy are gradually recognized as the first-line treatment methods. In immunotherapy, nivolumab and pabolizumab have shown clear efficacy in patients with programmed deathligand 1 positive, while other immunotherapies (such as tumor vaccine, engineered T cells, and non-specific immunomodulators) are still being tested or developed. In addition, targeted therapy has only shown comparatively large therapeutic potential in certain specific populations or in second-line treatment. For instance, tratuzumab has a clear curative effect on patients with positive human epidermal growth factor receptor 2, but has suboptimal efficacy in patients with amplification of other molecular targets. An in-depth discussion of the research progress of immunotherapy and targeted therapy in gastric cancer and EGJC will help to improve the prognosis of patients and provide a reference for accurate treatment of tumors.
6.Role of mesenchymal stem cells and their exosomes in the treatment of drug-induced liver injury
Guojing XING ; Longlong LUO ; Lifei WANG ; Shunna WANG ; Xiaofeng ZHENG ; Lixia LU ; Jiucong ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(3):633-638
The incidence rate of drug-induced liver injury (DILI) is increasing year by year with unknown mechanisms, and the treatment methods for DILI mainly include drugs, liver support systems, and liver transplantation, all of which have certain limitations. Therefore, the search for safer and more effective treatment methods has become a research hotspot at present. Studies have shown that mesenchymal stem cells and their exosomes can alleviate liver injury by reducing liver inflammation, promoting hepatocyte proliferation and regeneration, inhibiting the apoptosis of hepatocytes, improving oxidative stress, and regulating immunity. This article briefly reviews the role of mesenchymal stem cells and their exosomes in the treatment of DILI, so as to provide a reference for further research.
7.Role of extracellular vesicles of different origins in the development and progression of hepatocellular carcinoma
Tingting SHI ; Runbing ZHANG ; Yang WU ; Yani ZHANG ; Lingling ZHU ; Chun GAO ; Jingjing JIANG ; Xiaofeng ZHENG ; Jiucong ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(6):1264-1268
Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the most common type of primary liver cancer and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths,and it is a serious threat to human health and has become a clinical problem that needs to be solved urgently.Extracellular vesicles(EV)are membrane vesicles containing multiple components and play an important role in the development and progression of HCC.This article summarizes the effect of EVs of different origins on HCC and analyzes the mechanism of action of EV on HCC,so as to provide new perspectives for the diagnosis and treatment of HCC.
8.Mechanism of action of follicular helper T cells in autoimmune hepatitis
Longlong LUO ; Lifei WANG ; Guojing XING ; Ying ZHENG ; Lixia LU ; Chuyi LI ; Bin LI ; Jun MA ; Xiaohui YU ; Jiucong ZHANG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(7):1466-1469
Autoimmune hepatitis(AIH)is a type of chronic hepatitis caused by the attack of hepatocytes by the autoimmune system,and with the prolongation of disease course,it may gradually progress to liver cirrhosis and even hepatocellular carcinoma.Although great achievements have been made in the understanding and treatment of AIH,its etiology and pathogenesis still remain unclear.T cells play a crucial role in the development and progression of AIH,and by focusing on follicular helper T cells,this article elaborates on the research advances in follicular helper T cells in AIH,in order to provide new ideas and strategies for the clinical treatment of AIH.
9.Research advances in the mechanism of action of nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3 inflammasome in autoimmune hepatitis
Lifei WANG ; Longlong LUO ; Guojing XING ; Lixia LU ; Bin LI ; Jiucong ZHANG ; Xiaohui YU
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(10):2092-2097
Autoimmune hepatitis(AIH)is chronic hepatitis caused by the attack of live cells by the immune system,and at present,the pathogenesis of AIH remains unclear.Inflammasomes are important components of innate immunity and are involved in a variety of pathophysiological processes.Studies have shown that inflammatory response associated with nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3)plays an important role in the pathogenesis of AIH,which mainly mediates the release of proinflammatory factors and pyroptosis,thereby participating in the pathophysiological process of AIH.Therefore,the development and progression of AIH can be delayed by inhibiting the activation of NLRP3 inflammasomes,which provides new ideas for the prevention and treatment of AIH.
10.The mechanism of autophagy inducing drug resistance of hepatocellular carcinoma
Runbing ZHANG ; Tingting SHI ; Yang WU ; Jiucong ZHANG ; Xiaofeng ZHENG
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2024;40(11):2315-2319
Treatment resistance of hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is an important factor restricting its treatment outcome.Autophagy is a process involving multiple steps and targets and is closely associated with the proliferation and apoptosis of tumor cells.At the same time,there is significant crosstalk between autophagy and tumor treatment resistance.Therefore,autophagy may be one of the key factors hindering tumor cell death after medical intervention.Transforming growth factor-β(TGF-β),epithelial-mesenchymal transition(EMT),and long non-coding RNA(lncRNA)are important factors leading to drug resistance of HCC.This article discusses the possible mechanism of TGF-β,EMT,and lncRNA mediating complex molecular networks and inducing drug resistance of HCC,in order to provide new ideas for improving the sensitivity of HCC treatment.

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