OBJECTIVE To establish the fingerprint of Pinghuo tea standard decoction and a method for determination of multi-component to clarify the transfer relationship of quantities and quality from pieces and standard decoction. METHODS Fifteen batches of Pinghuo tea standard decoction were prepared and the extract rate was determined； the fingerprint of the preparation was established by using high-performance liquid chromatography（HPLC）； the similarity evaluation and the determination of common peaks were performed， and chemometric analysis was performed； the same method was used to determine the content of indicator components and the transfer rate was calculated. The chromatographic column was Venusil C18 column with mobile phase consisted of acetonitrile-0.1% phosphoric acid solution （gradient elution）； the column temperature was 30 ℃， and the detection wavelengths were 238 nm （0-37 min， 85-102 min） and 330 nm （37-85 min） at a flow rate of 1.0 mL/min with an injection volume of 10 μL. RESULTS The similarity of HPLC fingerprints for 15 batches of Pinghuo tea standard decoction was not lower than 0.968. A total of 24 common peaks were calibrated and 9 peaks were recognized， which were as follows neochlorogenic acid （peak 3）， chlorogenic acid （peak 6）， geniposide （peak 9）， glycyrrhizin （peak 10）， galuteolin （peak 11）， isochlorogenic acid A （peak 14）， luteolin （peak 21）， kaempferol （peak 23） and glycyrrhizic acid （peak 24）. Cluster analysis， principal component analysis and orthogonal partial least squares discriminant analysis showed consistent results， all of which could classify the 15 batches of samples into three categories. The linear range of indicator components in 15 batches of Pinghuo tea standard decoction， such as geniposide， luteolin， isochlorogenic acid A， glycyrrhizin， and glycyrrhizic acid， were 0.020 580-0.411 600， 0.001 617-0.080 850， 0.006 076-0.607 600， 0.005 125-0.071 740， and 0.017 288-0.432 200 mg/mL， respectively； RSDs of precision， repeatability， stability and recovery rate tests were all not higher than 4% （n＝6）. The mass fractions ranged 3.227 9-10.002 2， 0.297 4-0.554 6， 3.350 1-6.159 6， 0.720 6-1.073 3， 2.003 1-3.030 1 mg/g； transfer rates from the pieces and standard decoction were 19.762 8%-35.840 5%， 12.123 3%-21.254 0%， 46.097 2%-82.869 4%， 58.708 8%-91.629 6%， 39.114 3%-63.710 6%. The transfer rates of the extract from 15 batches of Pinghuo tea standard decoction ranged from 61.15%-84.68%. CONCLUSIONS Established HPLC fingerprint and content determination methods in this study are simple and accurate， which can provide reference for the quantitative value transfer study， quality control， clinical application and the development of subsequent formulations of Pinghuo tea standard decoction.

Background Hypertension is one of the chronic diseases with the highest prevalence in China, and a history of hypertension may potentially exacerbate hearing loss. Investigating the association between long-term blood pressure trends and hearing thresholds could contribute to hearing protection efforts for occupationally noise-exposed populations. Objective By investigating hearing thresholds and blood pressure levels among occupationally noise-exposed workers in an urban rail transit enterprise, and conducting a comprehensive analysis of the association between long-term blood pressure changes and hearing thresholds, to provide data references for health management strategies targeting occupationally noise-exposed workers. Methods Workers exposed to occupational noise at a rail transit enterprise were enrolled as study subjects and underwent pure-tone audiometry. Group-based trajectory modeling was employed to identify blood pressure trajectories. Categorical data were compared using chi-square tests, while normally distributed continuous variables were analyzed via t-tests and analysis of variance (ANOVA). Generalized linear mixed models (GLMMs) were subsequently applied toexamine associations between these trajectory groups and high-frequency hearing thresholds. Results Among 2 002 occupationally noise-exposed workers, the median (P₂₅, P₇₅) age was 32 (28, 35) years, with a median (P₂₅, P₇₅) working tenure of 7 (3, 10) years. In 2019, the positive hypertension rate was 9.04%, with a mean systolic blood pressure (SBP) of (122.97±11.60) mmHg and a mean diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of (76.37±9.02) mmHg. The hearing loss prevalence was 10.1%, showing bilateral high-frequency average hearing thresholds of (17.18±8.71) dB and speech-frequency average thresholds of (13.79±3.46) dB. Three distinct trajectory groups were identified for both SBP and DBP. Compared with other trajectory groups, the high-stable DBP group exhibited significantly higher hearing loss prevalence (χ²=6.34, P=0.042) and elevated high-frequency hearing thresholds (all Ps<0.05). Specifically, within the 30-39 age subgroup, the moderate-stable DBP group demonstrated 1.96 dB lower high-frequency thresholds than the high-stable group [β(95%CI): −1.96 (−3.61, −0.32), P=0.020]. Conclusion Among occupationally noise-exposed workers in a municipal rail transit enterprise, DBP trajectories demonstrated a positive association with high-frequency hearing thresholds. Notably, in young and middle-aged occupationally noise-exposed populations, DBP may exert a more critical influence than SBP on the progression of hearing loss.

Objective:To clarify the effect of the reform of Sichuan medical association on the coordinated development of medical re-sources supply and regional economy,and provide a basis for continuing to promote the coordinated development.Methods:Based on the panel data of 18 prefecture-level cities and 3 autonomous prefectures in Sichuan Province from 2009 to 2021,the medical resources invest-ment and economic development level of each city(state)in Sichuan Province were calculated by entropy weight method.Through the cou-pled coordination model,the degree of coordinated development was measured.The discontinuous time series model is used to measure the impact of the implementation of the medical association policy on the degree of coordinated development.Results:From 2009 to 2021,the supply of medical resources in Sichuan Province showed an overall upward trend,but the characteristics of the first concentration were ob-vious.In 2021,the coupling degree between medical resources investment and economic development in Sichuan Province is high(0.808),but the coupling coordination degree was still in a barely coordinated stage(0.540).The implementation of the reform of medical associa-tion effectively promoted the coordinated development of medical resource supply and regional economy.Conclusion:Local governments need to further strengthen the building of medical associations.By making long-term medical resources planning and exploring the role of digital technology in the medical field,it will further promote the expansion and balanced distribution of high-quality medical resources.

Objective To explore whether adiponectin receptor 1/2(AdipoR1/R2)mediates berberine to alleviate renal lipid toxicity in mice with diabetic kidney disease.Methods C57BLKS/J db/db mice and db/m mice were selected and divided into 4 groups,with 8 in each group.db/db mice and db/m mice were given berberine(150 mg·kg-1·d-)or placebo by gavage for 12 weeks,respectively.After intervention,blood glucose,blood lipids,urinary microalbumin/creatinine ratio and urinary albumin excretion rate were determined.Kidney tissues were taken for pathological examination,and oil red O staining,immunohistochemistry,ELISA and Western blotting were used to examine lipid deposition,AdipoRl/R2 expression and fibrosis markers expressions,etc.,respectively.The human glomerular endothelial cell line(HGEC)was used to verify the role of AdipoR1/R2 in berberine alleviating renal lipid toxicity.Results After berberine intervention,the body weight,blood glucose,lipids,proteinuria,renal lipid deposition,and renal pathological changes decreased in db/db mice(P＜0.05);the expressions of AdipoR1 and AdipoR2 increased,expressions of TGF-β1 and Col-Ⅳ decreased,and the expressions of PPAR-α and p-AMPK increased in kidney tissue of db/db mice(P＜0.05).In high-fat cultured HGEC cells treated with berberine-treated db/db mouse serum,the expressions of TGF-β1 and Col-Ⅳ decreased,while the expressions of PPAR-α and p-AMPK increased(P＜0.05);after AdipoR1/R2 on HGEC cells were silenced,the expressions of TGF-β1 and Col-Ⅳ increased,while the expressions of PPAR-α and p-AMPK decreased(P＜0.05).Conclusions Berberine can reduce renal lipid toxicity in diabetic nephropathy mice,and adiponectin receptor may mediate this effect of berberine.

Personalized medicine emphasizes individualized and dynamic treatment decisions. There is an urgent need for a new efficacy evaluation system that can adapt to this approach. By reviewing past clinical research practices， this article pointed out the innovative needs of traditional Chinese medicine （TCM） efficacy evaluation from the perspective of personalized medicine in terms of ethical review， trial design， data management， and statistical analysis. Focusing on these needs， the article has proposed a strategic framework using syndrome differentiation and treatment in TCM as an example. The framework includes a method based on subgroup dynamic-static parallel group design and analysis， a safeguard mechanism of continuous review， dynamic informed consent， and multicenter ethical review， a technological support platform for personalized clinical efficacy evaluation and evidence support， and a statistical strategy integrating Bayesian and traditional analysis methods， aiming to promote the development of personalized TCM diagnosis and treatment.

Endodontic diseases are a kind of chronic infectious oral disease.Common endodontic treatment concepts are based on the removal of inflamed or necrotic pulp tissue and the replacement by gutta-percha.However,it is very essential for endodontic treatment to debride the root canal system and prevent the root canal system from bacterial reinfection after root canal therapy(RCT).Recent research,encompassing bacterial etiology and advanced imaging techniques,contributes to our understanding of the root canal system's anatomy intricacies and the technique sensitivity of RCT.Success in RCT hinges on factors like patients,infection severity,root canal anatomy,and treatment techniques.Therefore,improving disease management is a key issue to combat endodontic diseases and cure periapical lesions.The clinical difficulty assessment system of RCT is established based on patient conditions,tooth conditions,root canal configuration,and root canal needing retreatment,and emphasizes pre-treatment risk assessment for optimal outcomes.The findings suggest that the presence of risk factors may correlate with the challenge of achieving the high standard required for RCT.These insights contribute not only to improve education but also aid practitioners in treatment planning and referral decision-making within the field of endodontics.

Objective:To clarify the effect of the reform of Sichuan medical association on the coordinated development of medical re-sources supply and regional economy,and provide a basis for continuing to promote the coordinated development.Methods:Based on the panel data of 18 prefecture-level cities and 3 autonomous prefectures in Sichuan Province from 2009 to 2021,the medical resources invest-ment and economic development level of each city(state)in Sichuan Province were calculated by entropy weight method.Through the cou-pled coordination model,the degree of coordinated development was measured.The discontinuous time series model is used to measure the impact of the implementation of the medical association policy on the degree of coordinated development.Results:From 2009 to 2021,the supply of medical resources in Sichuan Province showed an overall upward trend,but the characteristics of the first concentration were ob-vious.In 2021,the coupling degree between medical resources investment and economic development in Sichuan Province is high(0.808),but the coupling coordination degree was still in a barely coordinated stage(0.540).The implementation of the reform of medical associa-tion effectively promoted the coordinated development of medical resource supply and regional economy.Conclusion:Local governments need to further strengthen the building of medical associations.By making long-term medical resources planning and exploring the role of digital technology in the medical field,it will further promote the expansion and balanced distribution of high-quality medical resources.

Objective:To clarify the effect of the reform of Sichuan medical association on the coordinated development of medical re-sources supply and regional economy,and provide a basis for continuing to promote the coordinated development.Methods:Based on the panel data of 18 prefecture-level cities and 3 autonomous prefectures in Sichuan Province from 2009 to 2021,the medical resources invest-ment and economic development level of each city(state)in Sichuan Province were calculated by entropy weight method.Through the cou-pled coordination model,the degree of coordinated development was measured.The discontinuous time series model is used to measure the impact of the implementation of the medical association policy on the degree of coordinated development.Results:From 2009 to 2021,the supply of medical resources in Sichuan Province showed an overall upward trend,but the characteristics of the first concentration were ob-vious.In 2021,the coupling degree between medical resources investment and economic development in Sichuan Province is high(0.808),but the coupling coordination degree was still in a barely coordinated stage(0.540).The implementation of the reform of medical associa-tion effectively promoted the coordinated development of medical resource supply and regional economy.Conclusion:Local governments need to further strengthen the building of medical associations.By making long-term medical resources planning and exploring the role of digital technology in the medical field,it will further promote the expansion and balanced distribution of high-quality medical resources.

Objective:To clarify the effect of the reform of Sichuan medical association on the coordinated development of medical re-sources supply and regional economy,and provide a basis for continuing to promote the coordinated development.Methods:Based on the panel data of 18 prefecture-level cities and 3 autonomous prefectures in Sichuan Province from 2009 to 2021,the medical resources invest-ment and economic development level of each city(state)in Sichuan Province were calculated by entropy weight method.Through the cou-pled coordination model,the degree of coordinated development was measured.The discontinuous time series model is used to measure the impact of the implementation of the medical association policy on the degree of coordinated development.Results:From 2009 to 2021,the supply of medical resources in Sichuan Province showed an overall upward trend,but the characteristics of the first concentration were ob-vious.In 2021,the coupling degree between medical resources investment and economic development in Sichuan Province is high(0.808),but the coupling coordination degree was still in a barely coordinated stage(0.540).The implementation of the reform of medical associa-tion effectively promoted the coordinated development of medical resource supply and regional economy.Conclusion:Local governments need to further strengthen the building of medical associations.By making long-term medical resources planning and exploring the role of digital technology in the medical field,it will further promote the expansion and balanced distribution of high-quality medical resources.

Objective:To clarify the effect of the reform of Sichuan medical association on the coordinated development of medical re-sources supply and regional economy,and provide a basis for continuing to promote the coordinated development.Methods:Based on the panel data of 18 prefecture-level cities and 3 autonomous prefectures in Sichuan Province from 2009 to 2021,the medical resources invest-ment and economic development level of each city(state)in Sichuan Province were calculated by entropy weight method.Through the cou-pled coordination model,the degree of coordinated development was measured.The discontinuous time series model is used to measure the impact of the implementation of the medical association policy on the degree of coordinated development.Results:From 2009 to 2021,the supply of medical resources in Sichuan Province showed an overall upward trend,but the characteristics of the first concentration were ob-vious.In 2021,the coupling degree between medical resources investment and economic development in Sichuan Province is high(0.808),but the coupling coordination degree was still in a barely coordinated stage(0.540).The implementation of the reform of medical associa-tion effectively promoted the coordinated development of medical resource supply and regional economy.Conclusion:Local governments need to further strengthen the building of medical associations.By making long-term medical resources planning and exploring the role of digital technology in the medical field,it will further promote the expansion and balanced distribution of high-quality medical resources.