1.Current strategies and future directions in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration
Jian XU ; Jie WANG ; Haixin FU ; Chaopeng LI
International Eye Science 2026;26(1):56-62
Age-related macular degeneration(ARMD)is a progressive visual impairment fundus disease that frequently occurs in individuals aged >55 years. The main risk factors are aging, long-term smoking, genetics, and racial differences. Pathogenesis includes abnormal function of the retinal pigment epithelium, damaged blood-retinal barrier, and abnormal immune function. Currently, intravitreal injection(IVI)of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF)drugs is the preferred treatment option for ARMD in clinical practice. However, it also faces challenges such as repeated treatments, high medical costs, and poor patient compliance. The predicament in the treatment of ARMD has given rise to several new treatment options. This article aims to review the treatment methods and progress of dry ARMD and wet ARMD, providing new ideas for addressing the limitations of the current clinical anti-VEGF treatment.
2.Research Progress in Clinical Application and Mechanism of Banxia Xiexin Decoction
Huiying WANG ; Liang ZHANG ; Haixin FU ; Rui LAN ; Jitao WU
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(2):191-196
Banxia Xiexin Decoction has the effect of harmonizing the spleen and stomach,and regulating cold and heat.It is mainly used for the treatment of epigastric fullness of mixed cold and heat in the heart,and has certain advantages in relieving symptoms,reducing recurrence rates,and ensuring safety.This article reviewed the clinical application of Banxia Xiexin Decoction from the perspectives of digestive system diseases,neurological diseases,gastrointestinal tumors,respiratory system diseases,endocrine diseases,dermatological diseases,gynecological diseases,and other diseases.It also summarized the mechanism of Banxia Xiexin Decoction from the aspects of protection of gastrointestinal mucosa,anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects,immune regulation,regulation of neurotransmitters,anti-tumor effects,blood glucose lowering,and improvement of insulin resistance,providing reference for the in-depth research and application of Banxia Xiexin Decoction.
3.Research Progress in Chinese Materia Medica Regulating Ferroptosis for the Treatment of Atherosclerosis
Huiying WANG ; Shaona WANG ; Liang ZHANG ; Haixin FU ; Rui LAN ; Jitao WU
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(1):192-196
Atherosclerosis is a chronic vascular disease caused by lipid deposition in the inner wall of blood vessels.Ferroptosis is a non-apoptotic form of cell death characterized by iron dependence and lipid reactive oxygen accumulation.Recent studies have shown that ferroptosis is closely related to the occurrence and development of atherosclerosis.This article explained the correlation between ferroptosis and atherosclerosis from the aspects of foam cell formation,endothelial cell death,vascular smooth muscle proliferation and calcification,and believed that ferroptosis runs through its pathological process.By combing the current research status of the mechanism of Chinese materia medica regulating ferroptosis to treat atherosclerosis,it can be seen that TCM monomers and compounds can reduce endothelial cell dysfunction and inflammatory response,slow down oxidative stress levels,and reduce the accumulation of oxidized lipids under the intima of arterial blood vessels by regulating ferroptosis p53,Nrf2 signaling pathway,amino acid metabolism,lipid metabolism,etc.,so that the blood vessels reach homeostasis,which can provide a reference for the exploration of clinical treatment strategies for atherosclerosis.
4.Research Progress in Clinical Application and Mechanism of Banxia Xiexin Decoction
Huiying WANG ; Liang ZHANG ; Haixin FU ; Rui LAN ; Jitao WU
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(2):191-196
Banxia Xiexin Decoction has the effect of harmonizing the spleen and stomach,and regulating cold and heat.It is mainly used for the treatment of epigastric fullness of mixed cold and heat in the heart,and has certain advantages in relieving symptoms,reducing recurrence rates,and ensuring safety.This article reviewed the clinical application of Banxia Xiexin Decoction from the perspectives of digestive system diseases,neurological diseases,gastrointestinal tumors,respiratory system diseases,endocrine diseases,dermatological diseases,gynecological diseases,and other diseases.It also summarized the mechanism of Banxia Xiexin Decoction from the aspects of protection of gastrointestinal mucosa,anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects,immune regulation,regulation of neurotransmitters,anti-tumor effects,blood glucose lowering,and improvement of insulin resistance,providing reference for the in-depth research and application of Banxia Xiexin Decoction.
5.Research Progress in Chinese Materia Medica Regulating Ferroptosis for the Treatment of Atherosclerosis
Huiying WANG ; Shaona WANG ; Liang ZHANG ; Haixin FU ; Rui LAN ; Jitao WU
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;32(1):192-196
Atherosclerosis is a chronic vascular disease caused by lipid deposition in the inner wall of blood vessels.Ferroptosis is a non-apoptotic form of cell death characterized by iron dependence and lipid reactive oxygen accumulation.Recent studies have shown that ferroptosis is closely related to the occurrence and development of atherosclerosis.This article explained the correlation between ferroptosis and atherosclerosis from the aspects of foam cell formation,endothelial cell death,vascular smooth muscle proliferation and calcification,and believed that ferroptosis runs through its pathological process.By combing the current research status of the mechanism of Chinese materia medica regulating ferroptosis to treat atherosclerosis,it can be seen that TCM monomers and compounds can reduce endothelial cell dysfunction and inflammatory response,slow down oxidative stress levels,and reduce the accumulation of oxidized lipids under the intima of arterial blood vessels by regulating ferroptosis p53,Nrf2 signaling pathway,amino acid metabolism,lipid metabolism,etc.,so that the blood vessels reach homeostasis,which can provide a reference for the exploration of clinical treatment strategies for atherosclerosis.
6.Neurodegenerative diseases and neuroinflammation: roles of microglia and astrocytes
Journal of Apoplexy and Nervous Diseases 2023;40(9):859-864
The incidence of neurodegenerative diseases (ND) is increasing every year, posing a serious threat to human health. Neuroinflammation plays an important role in the development and progression of ND and is a common pathological feature of many types of ND. As a defense mechanism, neuroinflammation initially has beneficial effects by promoting tissue repair and removing cellular debris, but a persistent inflammatory response is detrimental and can inhibit regeneration and exacerbate nerve injury. Microglia and astrocytes are key regulators in neuroinflammation. Modulating neuroinflammation improves neurological symptoms and slows the progression of ND.


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