1.Research on the mechanism of Danshen injection in reducing oxidative damage in human brain organoid via the Nrf2 pathway
Zijuan YAN ; Guandong LI ; Zizhen ZHAO ; Xueyan WANG ; Xueyu CHEN ; Runling WU ; Shuhua MU ; Jiachuan WANG
Organ Transplantation 2026;17(5):783-794
Objective To investigate whether Danshen injection (DSI) can protect human brain organoids from oxidative stress damage by regulating the Nrf2 signaling pathway and its mechanism. Methods A Nrf2 plasmid was constructed, lentivirus was packaged and transfected into human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) to form a stable cell line. Brain organoids with Nrf2 overexpression (LV-Nrf2 group) and knockdown (sh-Nrf2 group) were constructed using kit. The transfection efficiency was verified by real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction. An oxidative stress injury model was established by inducing hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). Intervention was performed either in combination or without DSI pre-treatment. Cell viability was detected by Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8), and the expression levels of Nrf2, malondialdehyde (MDA), interleukin (IL)-1β, sex-determining region Y-box protein 2 (SOX2) and neuronal-specific nuclear protein (NeuN) were detected by Western blot and immunofluorescence staining. Total RNA from human brain organoids was extracted for transcriptome sequencing and analysis. Results LV-Nrf2 group and sh-Nrf2 group brain organoid models were successfully constructed. The CCK-8 results determined that the oxidative stress model was established with 32 mmol/L H2O2 intervention conditions. The fluorescence expression of Nrf2 in LV-Nrf2 group was higher than that in control group, and the fluorescence expressions of MDA and IL-1β were lower than those in control group; sh-Nrf2 group showed a damage phenotype of low Nrf2 expression, high MDA and IL-1β expression (all P < 0.05). Compared with H2O2 group, the Nrf2 signal in DSI + H2O2 group was stronger, and the levels of MDA and IL-1β were lower. Among them, the protective effect of LV-Nrf2 was the most significant. H2O2 treatment could down-regulate the protein levels of Nrf2, SOX2 and NeuN, and DSI intervention could effectively reverse the downward trend of these indicators. Sh-Nrf2 could weaken the recovery effect of DSI on SOX2 and NeuN, while LV-Nrf2 could synergistically enhance the regulatory effect of DSI. Conclusions DSI may antagonize oxidative stress damage in human brain organoids through the Nrf2 signaling pathway, and maintaining the stability of the neural cell lineage is its core therapeutic characteristic.
2.Advances in mechanism of dihydromyricetin in treatment of digestive system diseases
Yelin JI ; Zijuan HOU ; Chuoyi LIANG ; Xi JING ; Fengxia YAN
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2025;41(11):2243-2249
Dihydromyricetin(DMY),a flavonoid compound extracted from Ampelopsis grossedentata,exhibits diverse pharmacological activities,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidant,antitumor,neuroprotective,and immuno-modulatory effects.Recent studies have demonstrated that DMY can suppress inflammatory responses and oxidative stress through multiple molecular pathways,as well as regulate bile acid metabolism and maintain intestinal microbiota balance.These actions help reduce histopathological damage,improve gastrointestinal barrier function,and alleviate the symptoms of digestive system diseases.DMY has shown significant therapeutic effects in the treatment of gastrointestinal inflamma-tion,liver diseases,and digestive tract tumors.This review systematically summarizes the mechanisms of action and thera-peutic potential of DMY in digestive system diseases,providing a scientific basis and theoretical support for its clinical ap-plication and the development of new drugs.
3.Advances in mechanism of dihydromyricetin in treatment of digestive system diseases
Yelin JI ; Zijuan HOU ; Chuoyi LIANG ; Xi JING ; Fengxia YAN
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2025;41(11):2243-2249
Dihydromyricetin(DMY),a flavonoid compound extracted from Ampelopsis grossedentata,exhibits diverse pharmacological activities,including anti-inflammatory,antioxidant,antitumor,neuroprotective,and immuno-modulatory effects.Recent studies have demonstrated that DMY can suppress inflammatory responses and oxidative stress through multiple molecular pathways,as well as regulate bile acid metabolism and maintain intestinal microbiota balance.These actions help reduce histopathological damage,improve gastrointestinal barrier function,and alleviate the symptoms of digestive system diseases.DMY has shown significant therapeutic effects in the treatment of gastrointestinal inflamma-tion,liver diseases,and digestive tract tumors.This review systematically summarizes the mechanisms of action and thera-peutic potential of DMY in digestive system diseases,providing a scientific basis and theoretical support for its clinical ap-plication and the development of new drugs.
4.Laboratory and clinical characteristics of patients with different SF3B1 genotypes in myelodysplastic syndromes
Huimin JIN ; Liying ZHU ; Fei HUANG ; Zhongxun SHI ; Hairong QIU ; Yan WANG ; Hui JIN ; Zijuan WU ; Guangsheng HE ; Jianyong LI ; Wenyi SHEN ; Chun QIAO
Chinese Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2023;46(5):464-472
Objective:To analyze the distribution of different SF3B1 genotypes in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and its prognostic value.Methods:Totally, 377MDS patients who were initially diagnosed in the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University from January 2014 to January 2022 were included in the retrospective analysis.The patients were divided into three different groups according to mutation stcote of SF3B1, including 317 patients with SF3B1 wild type (SF3B1 WT) (214 males and 103 females, 63(49, 71) years old),39 patients with SF3B1 K700E mutation(SF3B1 K700E(17 males and 22 females, 65(52, 73)years old)) and 21 patients with SF3B1 non-K700E mutation(SF3B1 non-K700E)(13 males and 8 females, 67(63, 73) years old). MDS-related 20 gene mutations were detected using targeted sequencing technology; Survival curves were constructed by the Kaplan-Meier method; Cox proportional hazards model was established to evaluate different factors at diagnosis on survival by univariate and multivariate analyses.. Results:Compared with SF3B1 non-K700E patients, SF3B1 K700E patients had a higher median absolute neutrophil count ( P=0.002) and were likely to be in the low/int-1 International Prognostic Scoring System (IPSS) categories ( P=0.023). A 20-gene targeted sequencing analysis showed that, compared with SF3B1 WT patients, SF3B1 K700E patients were associated with lower frequency of ASXL1 and U2AF1 mutations ( P=0.018 and P=0.003); while compared with SF3B1 non-K700E patients, the frequency of ASXL1 mutation was significantly lower in SF3B1 K700E cases ( P=0.029). Patients with SF3B1 K700E had better overall survival (OS) in comparison with SF3B1 WT and SF3B1 non-K700E in MDS patients ( P<0.001 and P=0.045, respectively). In comparison with SF3B1 WT patients, SF3B1 MUT patients had more favorable OS and progression-free survival (PFS) in MDS without excess blasts ( P<0.001 and P<0.001, respectively), but no significant difference was found in MDS with excess blasts ( P>0.05). Compared with SF3B1 WT patients, SF3B1 K700E patients had superior OS and PFS in the int-1 IPSS category ( P=0.010 and P=0.013, respectively). By multivariable analysis, the presence of SF3B1 K700Ewas an independent predictor of superior OS ( HR=0.461,95% CI 0.262-0.811, P=0.007). Conclusion:SF3B1 K700E and SF3B1 non-K700E patients had significantly improved OS in comparison with SF3B1 WT MDS patients. Furthermore, SF3B1 K700E patients were associated with a better OS compared with SF3B1 non-K700E MDS patients. SF3B1 mutation could not overcome the poor prognostic effect of excess blasts, which highlights the importance of the SF3B1 mutation subtype in risk assessment of MDS without excess blasts.
5.Surveillance results of iodine deficiency disorders in key populations in Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province from 2018 to 2022
Yuekang YAN ; Hongmin CAO ; Jun SHANGGUAN ; Yaoqin ZHU ; Zijuan YANG ; Rongrong YANG ; Gang DU ; Qi HUANG
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2023;42(11):908-912
Objective:To investigate the status of iodine deficiency disorders in children and pregnant women in Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province, and to provide a basis for scientific iodine supplementation and adjustment of prevention and control strategies.Methods:According to the requirements of the National Iodine Deficiency Disorders Surveillance Program (2016 Edition), iodine deficiency disorders surveillance was carried out in 18 counties (cities, districts) under the jurisdiction of Ganzhou City from 2018 to 2022. Edible salt and urine samples taken from children aged 8 to 10 and pregnant women were collected to detect salt and urine iodine levels. At the same time, B-ultrasound method was adopted to measure children's thyroid volume, and the goiter rate was calculated.Results:From 2018 to 2022, a total of 27 075 edible salt samples were collected from key populations (children aged 8 - 10 and pregnant women), with a median salt iodine of 25.00 mg/kg and a qualified iodized salt consumption rate of 96.24% (26 057/27 075). The difference in the qualified iodized salt consumption rate among key populations in different years was statistically significant (χ 2 = 29.09, P < 0.001). A total of 18 061 urine samples were collected from children, with a median urine iodine of 192.10 μg/L, there was a statistically significant difference in the urine iodine level of children between different years ( H = 82.59, P < 0.001). A total of 9 014 urine samples were collected from pregnant women, with a median urine iodine of 177.20 μg/L, there was a statistically significant difference in urine iodine level of pregnant women between different years ( H = 78.78, P < 0.001). A total of 8 621 children's thyroid glands were examined, including 34 cases of goiter, with a goiter rate of 0.39%, and the goiter rate showed a decreasing trend year by year (χ 2trend = 11.09, P < 0.001). Conclusions:From 2018 to 2022, the iodine nutrition of children and pregnant women in Ganzhou City is at an appropriate level, the consumption rate of qualified iodized salt (> 90%) and the children's goiter rate (< 5%) met the national iodine deficiency disorders elimination standards. Ganzhou City continues to maintain the status of eliminating iodine deficiency disorders.
6.Dialysis and dialysis access issues in hemophilia patients with end-stage renal disease: a report of 6 cases and literature review
Bingyan LIU ; Huacong CAI ; Zijuan ZHOU ; Ying WANG ; Yan HU ; Zhichun CHEN ; Haiyun WANG ; Limeng CHEN
Chinese Journal of Nephrology 2023;39(12):927-931
Renal replacement therapy and perioperative management have difficulties in hemophilia patients with end-stage renal disease. The paper summarized the diagnosis and treatment experience of six hemophilia patients complicated with end-stage renal disease from January 1, 2000 to March 31, 2023 in Peking Union Medical College Hospital. Among 6 patients treated with peritoneal dialysis, 3 were treated with hemodialysis or continuous venous-venous hemodialysis. Altogether 11 dialysis access procedures were conducted successfully, and no serious bleeding or thrombotic events. In further conjunction with literature review, the paper summarized the key points of dialysis access appliance relevant to such patients, to provide reference for renal replacement treatment paths.
7.Efficacy and thoughts of endoscopic submucosal dissection for rectal neuroendocrine tumor
Yudong GUO ; Xiufen TANG ; Zijuan QI ; Yan ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Digestive Endoscopy 2022;39(7):564-567
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for rectal neuroendocrine tumor (RNET). Data of 71 patients (43 males and 28 females, aged 46.66±10.15 years) with histologically diagnosed RNET ≤15 mm in diameter who underwent ESD in Department One of Gastroenterology, Digestive Diseases Hospital, Heilongjiang Provincial Hospital from December 2012 to January 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. Epidemiological characteristics, endoscopic characteristics, the operation time, complications, pathology results, the consistency of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and pathology and prognosis were analyzed. Sixty-nine patients had single lesion and 2 patients had multiple lesions (two of each). Seventy lesions (70/73, 95.89%) were?located?in?the?middle-lower?rectal?segment, and 3 lesions (3/73, 4.11%) in the upper segment. The maximum diameter was 8.54±3.12 mm. The en bloc resection rate was 100%. No adverse event was observed. The R0 resection rate was 87.67% (64/73), with 8 had undetermined vertical resection margin and 1 had lymphovascular invasion. EUS showed no case involving the muscularis propria with pathologic coincidence rate of 100.0%. The follow-up period was 4.52±3.85 years (1-9 years). No local recurrence or distant metastasis was found. ESD is safe and effective in RNET ≤15 mm in diameter. For?tumors of G1 without metastasis in preoperative evaluation, close?follow-up?seems?to?be?a?feasible?option with lymphovascular invasion or undetermined margin after?ESD.
8.Status quo and inspiration of simulation teaching in hospice care education in nursing undergraduates
Jing ZHAO ; Yan ZHANG ; Ronghua WANG ; Zijuan YU ; Hongjie LI ; Cancan DU ; Zhen LIU ; Yutong TIAN
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2019;25(34):4541-4544
Objective This article reviews the curriculum framework, teaching content, teaching method and application effects of stimulation teaching of hospice care for nursing undergraduates and reveals its inspirations to China, in order to provide a reference for the further development of China's hospice education.
9.Effect of self-management education on medication compliance and self-efficacy of patients with schizophrenia in rehabilitation period
Jufang JIANG ; Jianqin PEI ; Zijuan ZHANG ; Mingru HOU ; Huizhen YAO ; Yan CAI
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2017;33(15):1155-1159
Objective To observe the effect of medication compliance and self-efficacy of schizophrenia patients with diabetes by continuing self-management education. Methods A total of 60 patients with schizophrenia with diabetes diagnostic criteria were divided into experimental group (30 cases) and control group (30 cases) by the admission number, 2 groups received conventional drug treatment, the control group received general preaching health education pattern, were each issued a health education manual, with schizophrenia and diabetes health knowledge division, the test group on the basis of the continuation of the implementation of self-management education, followed up 12 months after discharge, compared 2 groups of patients with medication compliance and recurrence rate, with General Perceived Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES) assessment level of 2 groups of patients with self-efficacy, fasting blood glucose (FPG) was determined by automatic biochemical analyzer, 2 hours postprandial blood glucose (2 hPBG). Results Six months after discharge, 82.1%(23/28) cases were complete compliance, 14.3%(4/28) cases of partial compliance, 3.6%(1/28) cases of non-compliance, 55.2%(16/29)cases of the control group complete compliance, 27.6%(8/29) cases of partial compliance, 17.2%(5/29) cases of non-compliance, the differences between two groups were statistically significant (χ2=37.41, P<0.05). The 12 month test group of full compliance discharged 75.0%(21/28) cases, 14.3%(4/28) cases of partial compliance, 10.7%(3/28) cases of non-compliance, 31.0%(9/29) cases of the control group complete compliance, 31.0%(9/29) cases of partial compliance, 37.9%(11/29) cases of non-compliance, the test group compliance was higher than the control group (χ2=11.27, P<0.05). The score after 6 months and 12 months respectively for the test group general self-efficacy scored 35.32 ± 2.02, 34.18 ± 1.77, control group scored 24.03 ± 3.04, 22.48 ± 2.01, the differences between two groups were statistically significant (t=16.445, 23.304, P<0.01). After 6 months in test group FPG and 2 hPBG were (5.71 ± 1.05), (9.46 ± 1.37) mmol/L, control group were (7.79 ± 1.05),(12.28 ± 2.07) mmol/L, the differences between two groups were statistically significant (t=7.483, 6.023, P<0.01). 12 months after discharge in test group FPG and 2 hPBG respectively (5.89±1.13), (9.68±1.09) mmol/L, control group (9.14±1.19), (13.17±1.42) mmol/L, test group FPG and 2 hPBG were lower than the control group (t=10.550, 7.431, P<0.01). After 6 months and 12 months, the recurrence rate of experimental group were 7.1% (2/28) and 24.1% (7/29) respectively, and control group were 14.3%(4/28) and 44.8%(13/29), the recurrence rate of experimental group was lower than the control group, there was significant difference between 2 groups (χ2=4.326, 6.225, P< 0.05 or 0.01). Conclusions Self-management education can improve the medication compliance and self-efficacy, improve mental symptoms and sugar metabolism, and reduce the recurrence rate.
10.Application of continuing self-management education in recovery of diabetic patients with depression
Jufang JIANG ; Zijuan ZHANG ; Yufang XU ; Yan CAI
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing 2016;22(4):493-496
Objective To explore the effects of continuing self-management education in recovery of diabetic patients with depression. Methods A total of 75 diabetic patients with depression were selected and divided into intervention group (37 cases) and control group (38 cases) by place of residence. The two groups received routine health education, while the patients of intervention group additionally received continuing self-management education. The patients in two groups were followed up for 12 months. The intervention effects and blood sugar control of two groups were evaluated by the disease knowledge questionnaire, self-rating depressive scale ( SDS ) and Hamilton depression rating scale ( HAMD ) and WHO quality of life-BREF ( WHOQOL-BREF) questionnaire. Results At the end of 6th month and 12th month after discharge from hospital, the score of disease knowledge in the intervention group was higher than that in the control group. The SDS score, HAMD score, fasting blood glucose and 2 h postprandial blood glucose in the intervention group were lower than those in the control group. The psychological, physical, social and environmental scores of WHOQOL-BREF in the intervention group were higher than those in the control group. The differences between two groups were statistically significant (P<0. 01). Conclusions The continuing self-management education can increase the patients′health knowledge levels, improve the glucose metabolism, alleviate the symptoms of depression and improve the quality of life.

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