1.Quality evaluation of Abri Mollis Herba
Xingmei LIN ; Huiping LI ; Ting WANG ; Chengzhong ZHANG ; Baokang HUANG
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice and Service 2025;43(5):251-258
Objective To establish a quality evaluation method for Abri Mollis Herba based on its morphological characteristics, microscopic features, and the determination of principal component contents. Methods The morphological characteristics of Abri Mollis Herba were identified by morphological authentication methods. Microscopic techniques were employed to observe the microscopic features of both the powdered form and cross-sectional tissue of Abri Mollis Herba. Additionally, a high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method was developed to establish the quantify the main components, abrine and soyasaponin Bb, in Abri Mollis Herba. Results The morphological characteristics of Abri Mollis Herba were defined by numerous long pubescence on both the upper and lower surfaces of the leaflets, with indistinct veins and vein islands. The microscopic features mainly included non-glandular hairs, prismatic crystals, and crystal-sheathed fibers in the powdered form. In the root cross-section, xylem bundles, rays, vessels, and stone cells were visible. The stem cross-section displayed rays, vessels, and a hollow pith, while the leaf cross-section revealed collateral vascular bundles, vessels, and prismatic crystals. Conclusion The quality of Abri Mollis Herba could be effectively evaluated by the combination of morphological identification, microscopic authentication, and the quantification of main components abrine and soyasaponin Bb .
2.Determination of multi-index components and quality evaluation of Dilong formula granules
Lei LI ; Chengzhong ZHANG ; Hanming ZHANG ; Qitao BU ; Lei ZHANG
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice 2023;41(9):547-551
Objective To establish the method for the simultaneous determination of hypoxanthine, inosine, guanosine and adenosine in Dilong formula granules by HPLC and compare the fingerprints of Dilong formula granules from different manufacturers by HPLC chromatogram. Methods The contents of hypoxanthine, inosine, guanosine and adenosine were determined by Thermo AcclaimTM120C18 column (4.6 mm×250 mm 5 μm). The mobile phase was acetonitrile-water. Gradient elution with flow rate of 0.6 ml/min was used. Column temperature was 25 ℃. Detection wavelength was 254 nm. 10 batches of samples were tested. The HPLC chromatogram were compared and analyzed by using the similarity Evaluation system of chromatographic fingerprint of traditional Chinese Medicine (version 2012.130723). Results The linear ranges for the detection of hypoxanthine, inosine, guanosine and adenosine showed good linear relationships within their own ranges (r≥0.999 9). The average recoveries were 99.20%~102.98% with RSD of 0.26 %~0.71%. The contents of 4 components in 10 batches of samples were 0.740 0~4.457 4 mg/g, 2.132 3~7.805 0 mg/g, 0.325 4~1.596 1 mg/g, 0.537 2~2.222 9 mg/g respectively. The similarity between HPLC chromatogram and control fingerprints of Dilong formula granules from different manufacturers was greater than 0.91. Conclusion The method could be used to determine the contents of hypoxanthine, inosine, guanosine and adenosine in Dilong formula granule. HPLC fingerprints could be used to evaluation the quality in Dilong formula granule. The similarity of HPLC fingerprints from different manufacturer production of Dilong formula granule is high, but 4 contents in composition are difference.
3.Genetic variation characteristics of HA gene of influenza A virus (H3N2) in Guizhou province from 2017 to 2019
Qinni ZHENG ; Lijuan REN ; Li ZHUANG ; Chengzhong FU ; Yonghu WAN
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy 2023;30(5):692-698
Objective:To analyze the genetic variation characteristics of the HA gene of influenza A virus (H3N2) in Guizhou province from 2017 to 2019. Methods:Twenty strains of influenza A virus (H3N2) were randomly selected from 10 network laboratories in Guizhou province for RNA extraction. Reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction and sequencing were performed. The products were analyzed using bioinformatics software.Results:The nucleotide homology of the HA gene of the 20 strains was 97.7%-100%, which was highly homologous to the vaccine strains A/Hong-Kong/4801/2014 recommended by WHO in 2017 and A/Singapore-INFIMH/16-0019/2016 recommended by WHO in 2018, but they were significantly different from the vaccine strain A/Kansas/14/2017 recommended by WHO in 2019. Genetic analysis showed that the 20 strains were divided into two branches, and the strains that were prevalent in 2019 were located in different branches, with marked genetic differences. Key site analysis showed mutations in antigenic determinants A, B, C, and E and mutations in the anterior and posterior walls of receptor binding sites. Key site analysis also showed that there was an increase in the number of glycosylation sites compared with the vaccine strains prevalent in the same year. Genetic distance, antigen sites, and glycosylation sites were slightly different between virus strains prevalent in 2017-2018 and virus strains prevalent in 2019. Conclusion:The HA gene of the influenza A virus subtype H3N2 in Guizhou province from 2017 to 2019 showed heterogeneity and gene mutation, especially in 2019. Therefore, close monitoring of the genetic evolution of the influenza A virus subtype H3N2 is necessary.
4.Competency oriented construction of "Extreme Environment Medicine" Course
Xiaoying ZHOU ; Jian HUANG ; Li JIAO ; Yu CUI ; Xiaoxu LI ; Yidong YANG ; Chengzhong YANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2022;21(5):525-529
Objective:To construct the curriculum content system of Extreme Environmental medicine based on the trainees' competency.Methods:After analysis of Chinese doctors' post competency demand, and the characteristics of military students, qualitative and quantitative methods were used to construct the curriculum system. The consistency of expert opinions was represented by Kendall's W coefficient, using chi-square test. The hierarchy and weights of all items were analyzed by the analytic hierarchy process, using consistency ratio ( CR) , which was incorporated into this system after passing the test ( CR<0.1) . Results:The selective experts were all authoritative and positivity, the assessments were consistency. Finally, it formed 5 primary items, 15 secondary items, and 54 third items of educational materials and 13 knowledge modules and 1 comprehensive seminar.Conclusions:Based on the demand of Chinese doctors' post competency, a curriculum system of extreme environment medicine has been constructed, through combined application of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
5.Study on quality standard for vinegar-steamed Corydalis rhizoma
Yuan LIN ; Yuchen WEI ; Xiaodong LI ; Qitao BU ; Shihui XU ; Chengzhong ZHANG
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice 2022;40(1):57-61
Objective To set up the quality standards for vinegar-steamed Corydalis rhizome, which can be used for the quality control of production, supervision, circulation and application of the steam processed Corydalis rhizoma with vinegar. Methods The moisture content, total ash, ethanol extract content and active ingredients of the steam processed Corydalis rhizoma with vinegar were determined according to the related assay method in Part IV of Chinese Pharmacopeia 2015. Results According to the guidelines from the traditional Chinese medicine quality standards and related testing methods, the moisture content of steam processed Corydalis rhizoma with vinegar should be less than 15.0%, the total ash content less than 4.0%, the ethanol extract content more than 11.0%, and the representative component of tetrahydropalmatine more than 0.05%. Conclusion The established process with this study for the quality standard of vinegar-steamed Corydalis rhizoma was conformed to the state requirements for traditional Chinese medicine. It can be used as a reference for the quality standard of vinegar-steamed Corydalis rhizoma.
6.Clinical and laboratory results of 270 children with infectious mononucleosis
Hongxian GUO ; Yujie HU ; Fengrui YIN ; Junmei LI ; Haiwei LIU ; Yu LIU ; Chengzhong ZHENG
Chinese Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2022;37(19):1478-1481
Objective:To summarize the clinical and laboratory characteristics of infectious mononucleosis (IM) in children.Methods:Clinical features and laboratory results of 270 cases with IM admitted to the Department of Pediatrics in Strategic Support Force Medical Center of People′s Liberation Army from January 2012 to December 2020 were retrospectively analyzed. χ2 test was used for comparison between groups. Results:IM mainly occurred in children aged 5 months to 18 years old in autumn and spring.The highest incidence rate (105 cases, 38.9%) was 3-<6 years old (preschoolers). There were 253 cases (93.7%) with fever, 266 cases (98.5%) with adenopharyngitis, 196 cases (72.6%) with tonsil pseudomembrane or exudation, 248 cases (91.9%) with cervical lymphadenopathy, 92 cases (34.1%) with eyelid edema, 202 cases (74.8%) with nasal obstruction, 124 cases (45.9%) with nasal obstruction and snoring, 24 cases (8.9%) with rash, and 112 cases (41.5%) with splenomegaly.A total of 225 cases (83.3%) presented with typical triplets of IM (fever, adenopharyngitis and cervical lymphadenopathy). Sixty-two IM patients were complicated with pulmonary infections and 3 cases with diarrhea.The main co-infection pathogens in children with IM were Mycoplasma pneumonia (MP) (79 cases, 29.3%), influenza A or B virus (34 cases, 12.6%), Streptococcus pneumonia (SP) (18 cases, 6.7%), adenovirus (22 cases, 8.1%) and cytomegalovirus (3 cases, 1.11%). A total of 46 cases (17.0%) had multiple infections.Laboratory test results suggested that absolute lymphocyte count ≥5.0×10 9/L was found in 199 cases (73.7%), and abnormal lymphocyte ratio >0.10 was found in 225 cases (83.3%). Some children had elevated transaminase levels.Epstein-Barr virus capsid antigen-immunoglobulin M (EBV-VCA-IgM) was positive in 249 cases (92.2%), Epstein-Barr virus capsid antigen-immunoglobulin G (EBV-VCA-IgG) was positive in 238 cases (88.1%), and Epstein-Barr virus nuclear antigen-immunoglobulin G (EBV-NA-IgG) was negative in all cases.EBV-VCA-IgG showed low affinity in all cases (<40%). EBV DNA tests of peripheral blood plasma were carried in 153 cases, of which 118 cases (77.1%) were positive. Conclusions:EBV related IM mainly attacks preschoolers.Most patients are presented with typical triplets of IM.Eyelid edema, nasal obstruction, snoring, splenomegaly and elevated transaminase levels are prevalent in IM children.Most cases have a favorable prognosis.
7.Risk factors for progression of acute kidney injury in decompensated cirrhosis patients with acute kidney injury
Yun ZHANG ; Wei YIN ; Hua WANG ; Chengzhong LI
Chinese Journal of Infectious Diseases 2022;40(11):673-678
Objective:To analyze the risk factors for the progression of acute kidney injury (AKI) in decompensated cirrhosis patients with acute kidney injury.Methods:The basic data and laboratory results of decompensated cirrhosis patients with AKI hospitalized in the Department of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University from May 2016 to November 2021 were collected. Treatment and intervention were performed according to the International Club of Ascites guidelines. According to the outcome of AKI during hospitalization, patients were divided into the progression group and the non-progression group. Two independent sample rank sum test, two independent sample or approximate t test, chi-square test and binary logistic regression analysis were used for statistical analysis. Results:A total of 263 decompensated cirrhosis AKI patients were enrolled, including 50 in the progressive group and 213 in the non-progressive group. Univariate analysis showed that there were statistically significant differences in baseline total bilirubin, alanine aminotransferase, prothrombin time, serum sodium, white blood cell count, model for end-stage liver disease score, proportion of patients with infection, proportion of patients with upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage, and proportion of patients with primary AKI stage between the two groups ( Z=-6.49, -3.53, t=-3.06, 3.40, -3.55, -8.19 and χ2=14.64, 8.40, 103.98, respectively, all P<0.050). Binary logistic regression analysis showed that primary AKI stage (stage two odds ratio ( OR)=33.176, 95% confidence interval ( CI) 11.294 to 97.458, P<0.001; stage three OR=114.139, 95% CI 25.321 to 514.515, P<0.001), upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage ( OR=3.850, 95% CI 1.238 to 11.971, P=0.020) and total bilirubin ( OR=1.009, 95% CI 1.005 to 1.012, P<0.001) were the risk factors for the progression of AKI in patients with decompensated cirrhosis. Conclusions:Decompensated cirrhosis patients with AKI stage two or three, high baseline total bilirubin value or gastrointestinal hemorrhage have a high risk of AKI progression. It is necessary to strengthen the assessment and take targeted intervention measures at early stage in the clinical practice.
8.Clinical significance of ultrasound combined with serological indexes for predicting nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in patients with chronic hepatitis B with normal or slightly elevated alanine aminotransferase
Wenhan FAN ; Tong ZHU ; Guang XU ; Yi CHEN ; Wei LIAO ; Xuesong LIANG ; Chengzhong LI
Chinese Journal of Hepatology 2022;30(11):1225-1230
Objective:To investigate and establish the related factors of non-invasive score model for prediction of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in chronic hepatitis B patients with normal or mildly elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT).Methods:A total of 128 cases with chronic hepatitis B who had undergone liver biopsy were included. According to the presence or absence of hepatocyte steatosis on the pathological results of liver biopsy, they were divided into a fatty infiltration and a non-fatty infiltration group. Patients' demographic characteristics, laboratory test indexes, and pathological test results were collected. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis combined with clinical screening variables were used to establish a predictive model. The prediction efficiency of the new model was evaluated by the receiver operating curve, and the difference between the accuracy of the new model and ultrasound in the diagnosis of fatty liver was compared by Delong's-test.Result:Multivariate regression analysis showed that serum triglyceride, serum uric acid and platelets were highly correlated with intrahepatic steatosis ( P<0.05). The regression equation triglyceride-uric acid-platelet (TUP)-1=-8.195+0.011×uric acid+1.439×triglyceride+0.012×platelet count was established by combining the above variables. Tthe equation TUP-2=-7.527+0.010×uric acid+1.309×triglyceride+0.012×platelet count+1.397×fatty liver (ultrasound) was established (yes=1; no=0) after incorporating the results of abdominal ultrasound. The diagnostic value of TUP-1 and TUP-2 models for fatty liver was better than that of ultrasound alone and there was no statistically significant difference in diagnostic value between TUP-1 and TUP-2 models ( Z=1.453, P=0.146). Conclusion:Compared with abdominal ultrasonography alone, the new model is more effective in diagnosing fatty liver and has good application value.
9.Study on the incidence of adult herpes zoster in Yichang city and its association with early-life famine exposure
Xiong DING ; Wei JIANG ; Yuehua HU ; Jing JIANG ; Ying WU ; Chengzhong XU ; Zhouzhi WU ; Yunfang YU ; Xiaojun LIU ; Guiwen LI ; Dapeng YIN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2021;55(11):1328-1331
Based on Yichang health big data platform, 850 608 patients from September 2018 to September 2019 were included in this study. According to the date of birth, the participants were divided into early childhood famine exposure group, fetal famine exposure group and non-famine exposure group. The incidence of adult herpes zoster (HZ) in Yichang city was analyzed, and the correlation between early life famine exposure and adult HZ was analyzed. In 2019, the crude incidence rate of adult HZ in Yichang was 6.83‰. The crude incidence rate of adult HZ in females (7.26‰) was higher than that in males (6.40‰). Compared with the non-famine exposure group, fetal famine exposure was associated with the incidence of adult HZ ( OR=1.21; 95% CI: 1.01-1.45, P=0.041). After stratification by sex, fetal famine exposure was only found to be associated with the onset of adult HZ in females ( OR=1.28, 95% CI:1.02-1.61, P=0.034).
10.Study on the incidence of adult herpes zoster in Yichang city and its association with early-life famine exposure
Xiong DING ; Wei JIANG ; Yuehua HU ; Jing JIANG ; Ying WU ; Chengzhong XU ; Zhouzhi WU ; Yunfang YU ; Xiaojun LIU ; Guiwen LI ; Dapeng YIN
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2021;55(11):1328-1331
Based on Yichang health big data platform, 850 608 patients from September 2018 to September 2019 were included in this study. According to the date of birth, the participants were divided into early childhood famine exposure group, fetal famine exposure group and non-famine exposure group. The incidence of adult herpes zoster (HZ) in Yichang city was analyzed, and the correlation between early life famine exposure and adult HZ was analyzed. In 2019, the crude incidence rate of adult HZ in Yichang was 6.83‰. The crude incidence rate of adult HZ in females (7.26‰) was higher than that in males (6.40‰). Compared with the non-famine exposure group, fetal famine exposure was associated with the incidence of adult HZ ( OR=1.21; 95% CI: 1.01-1.45, P=0.041). After stratification by sex, fetal famine exposure was only found to be associated with the onset of adult HZ in females ( OR=1.28, 95% CI:1.02-1.61, P=0.034).

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