1.Clinical trial of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides in the continuation treatment of adults with mild and moderate depression
Shu-Zhe ZHOU ; Zu-Cheng HAN ; Xiu-Zhen WANG ; Yan-Qing CHEN ; Ya-Ling HU ; Xue-Qin YU ; Bin-Hong WANG ; Guo-Zhen FAN ; Hong SANG ; Ying HAI ; Zhi-Jie JIA ; Zhan-Min WANG ; Yan WEI ; Jian-Guo ZHU ; Xue-Qin SONG ; Zhi-Dong LIU ; Li KUANG ; Hong-Ming WANG ; Feng TIAN ; Yu-Xin LI ; Ling ZHANG ; Hai LIN ; Bin WU ; Chao-Ying WANG ; Chang LIU ; Jia-Fan SUN ; Shao-Xiao YAN ; Jun LIU ; Shou-Fu XIE ; Mao-Sheng FANG ; Wei-Feng MI ; Hong-Yan ZHANG
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(6):815-819
Objective To observe the efficacy and safety of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides in the continuation treatment of mild and moderate depression.Methods An open,single-arm,multi-center design was adopted in our study.Adult patients with mild and moderate depression who had received acute treatment of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides were enrolled and continue to receive Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides capsules for 24 weeks,the dose remained unchanged during continuation treatment.The remission rate,recurrence rate,recurrence time,and the change from baseline to endpoint of Hamilton Depression Scale(HAMD),Hamilton Anxiety Scale(HAMA),Clinical Global Impression-Severity(CGI-S)and Arizona Sexual Experience Scale(ASEX)were evaluated.The incidence of treatment-related adverse events was reported.Results The scores of HAMD-17 at baseline and after treatment were 6.60±1.87 and 5.85±4.18,scores of HAMA were 6.36±3.02 and 4.93±3.09,scores of CGI-S were 1.49±0.56 and 1.29±0.81,scores of ASEX were 15.92±4.72 and 15.57±5.26,with significant difference(P<0.05).After continuation treatment,the remission rate was 54.59%(202 cases/370 cases),and the recurrence rate was 6.49%(24 cases/370 cases),the recurrence time was(64.67±42.47)days.The incidence of treatment-related adverse events was 15.35%(64 cases/417 cases).Conclusion Morinda officinalis oligosaccharides capsules can be effectively used for the continuation treatment of mild and moderate depression,and are well tolerated and safe.
2.Cynaroside regulates the AMPK/SIRT3/Nrf2 pathway to inhibit doxorubicin-induced cardiomyocyte pyroptosis
ZOU HAI ; ZHANG MENGYU ; YANG XUE ; SHOU HUAFENG ; CHEN ZHENGLIN ; ZHU QUANFENG ; LUO TING ; MOU XIAOZHOU ; CHEN XIAOYI
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B 2024;25(9):756-772
Doxorubicin(DOX)is a commonly administered chemotherapy drug for treating hematological malignancies and solid tumors;however,its clinical application is limited by significant cardiotoxicity.Cynaroside(Cyn)is a flavonoid glycoside distributed in honeysuckle,with confirmed potential biological functions in regulating inflammation,pyroptosis,and oxidative stress.Herein,the effects of Cyn were evaluated in a DOX-induced cardiotoxicity(DIC)mouse model,which was established by intraperitoneal injections of DOX(5 mg/kg)once a week for three weeks.The mice in the treatment group received dexrazoxane,MCC950,and Cyn every two days.Blood biochemistry,histopathology,immunohistochemistry,reverse transcription-quantitative polymerase chain reaction(RT-qPCR),and western blotting were conducted to investigate the cardioprotective effects and potential mechanisms of Cyn treatment.The results demonstrated the significant benefits of Cyn treatment in mitigating DIC;it could effectively alleviate oxidative stress to a certain extent,maintain the equilibrium of cell apoptosis,and enhance the cardiac function of mice.These effects were realized via regulating the transcription levels of pyroptosis-related genes,such as nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3(NLRP3),caspase-1,and gasdermin D(GSDMD).Mechanistically,for DOX-induced myocardial injury,Cyn could significantly modulate the expression of pivotal genes,including adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase(AMPK),peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor γ coactivator-1α(PGC-1α),sirtuin 3(SIRT3),and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2(Nrf2).We attribute it to the mediation of AMPK/SIRT3/Nrf2 pathway,which plays a central role in preventing DOX-induced cardiomyocyte injury.In conclusion,the present study confirms the therapeutic potential of Cyn in DIC by regulating the AMPK/SIRT3/Nrf2 pathway.
3.Current applications of transcatheter edge-to-edge tricuspid valve repair
Chun-Mei XIE ; Meng-Qi SHEN ; Da ZHU ; Shou-Zheng WANG ; Zhi-Ling LUO ; Xiang-Bin PAN
Chinese Journal of Interventional Cardiology 2024;32(1):45-50
Tricuspid regurgitation(TR)is a common heart valve disease.According to the pathogenesis,TR can be divided into primary(organic)and secondary(functional)regurgitation,of which functional TR accounts for more than 90%.Patients with severe TR have poor prognosis and poor drug treatment,and surgery(valvuloplasty)is the main treatment.At present,transcatheter edge-to-edge tricuspid valve repair(T-TEER)has become an essential program of transcatheter treatment for TR,providing minimally invasive treatment for TR patients who cannot undergo surgery or are at high risk of surgery.T-TEER reduces the degree of regurgitation by clamping leaflets,and is currently in the early stage of research and development exploration and clinical validation,mainly for functional TR.T-TEER devices have also made significant progress(TriClip,PASCAL),and Chinese-made novel-designed T-TEER devices are also undergoing clinical trials(DragonFly-TTM,SQ-Kyrin-TTM,NeoBlazarTM).This paper reviews the current applications and research progress of T-TEER.
4.Application of 3D printing in the preoperative evaluation of transcatheter aortic valve replacement for patients at risk of coronary artery obstruction:two case reports
Jia-Qi DAI ; Shou-Zheng WANG ; Da ZHU ; Xiang-Bin PAN
Chinese Journal of Interventional Cardiology 2024;32(2):116-120
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement(TAVR)is currently one of the main therapeutic strategies for aortic valve disease.Preoperative imaging assessment is crucial for operation project planning and prevention of procedure-associated complications.Different from planar image reconstruction,3D printing technology can accurately depict the anatomical structure of the aortic root.It enables further assessment of operative risk and therapeutic strategy through in vitro simulation,especially for assessing the risk of coronary artery obstruction and planning interventional procedures.Here,we report on two patients who underwent a 3D printing aortic root anatomical simulation model,followed an by in vitro balloon dilatation/valve implantation test,to evaluate the risk of coronary artery obstruction suggested by CT angiography planar image reconstruction before TAVR.
5.Downregulation of MUC1 Inhibits Proliferation and Promotes Apoptosis by Inactivating NF-κB Signaling Pathway in Human Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma
Shou-Wu WU ; Shao-Kun LIN ; Zhong-Zhu NIAN ; Xin-Wen WANG ; Wei-Nian LIN ; Li-Ming ZHUANG ; Zhi-Sheng WU ; Zhi-Wei HUANG ; A-Min WANG ; Ni-Li GAO ; Jia-Wen CHEN ; Wen-Ting YUAN ; Kai-Xian LU ; Jun LIAO
Progress in Biochemistry and Biophysics 2024;51(9):2182-2193
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of mucin 1 (MUC1) on the proliferation and apoptosis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) and its regulatory mechanism. MethodsThe 60 NPC and paired para-cancer normal tissues were collected from October 2020 to July 2021 in Quanzhou First Hospital. The expression of MUC1 was measured by real-time quantitative PCR (qPCR) in the patients with PNC. The 5-8F and HNE1 cells were transfected with siRNA control (si-control) or siRNA targeting MUC1 (si-MUC1). Cell proliferation was analyzed by cell counting kit-8 and colony formation assay, and apoptosis was analyzed by flow cytometry analysis in the 5-8F and HNE1 cells. The qPCR and ELISA were executed to analyze the levels of TNF-α and IL-6. Western blot was performed to measure the expression of MUC1, NF-кB and apoptosis-related proteins (Bax and Bcl-2). ResultsThe expression of MUC1 was up-regulated in the NPC tissues, and NPC patients with the high MUC1 expression were inclined to EBV infection, growth and metastasis of NPC. Loss of MUC1 restrained malignant features, including the proliferation and apoptosis, downregulated the expression of p-IкB、p-P65 and Bcl-2 and upregulated the expression of Bax in the NPC cells. ConclusionDownregulation of MUC1 restrained biological characteristics of malignancy, including cell proliferation and apoptosis, by inactivating NF-κB signaling pathway in NPC.
6.Application of workshop in incontinence-associated dermatitis training course for geriatric nurse specialists
Hong JIANG ; Yueping ZHU ; Jianwei SHOU ; Yu CAO ; Yaling LI ; Fei WANG ; Fu DING
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2024;23(11):1561-1566
Objective:To evaluate the effect of workshop-based incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD) training course for geriatric nurse specialists, and to provide references and evidence for the application of workshop teaching model in specialized nursing training.Methods:The convenience sampling method was used to select 40 participants in the 9th Chongqing Geriatric Nurse Specialist Training Program in May 2021 as the intervention group, and IAD training was conducted using the workshop method. The 42 participants in the 8th Chongqing Geriatric Nurse Specialist Training Program in May 2020 were selected as the control group, who received IAD training through traditional teaching methods. After the training, the achievement of teaching objectives and teaching satisfaction were compared between the two groups using questionnaire survey, and IAD nursing knowledge and attitudes were compared using scales. SPSS 27.0 was used for the t-test and chi-square test. Results:The questionnaire survey showed that the intervention group achieved higher teaching objectives in all dimensions compared to the control group ( P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the intervention group had higher scores in teaching satisfaction regarding teaching format, interest in learning, practical skills, theoretical understanding, integration of theory and practice, and problem-solving abilities ( P<0.05). Compared with the control group, the intervention group demonstrated significantly higher scores in IAD nursing knowledge [(11.32±1.56) vs. (9.02±2.26), P<0.05] and attitudes [(37.63±3.54) vs. (32.81±2.97), P<0.05]. Conclusions:The workshop training has been highly recognized by the trainees, contributing to improved implementation effectiveness of teaching, enhancing the scores of IAD nursing knowledge and attitudes. This approach offers a new perspective for training with a practical focus in the specialized nursing field.
7.Application of distal radius coronal bone structure matching in the treatment of distal radius fractures
Heng-Shan LIU ; Kang-Quan SHOU ; Gao-Bo ZHU
China Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology 2024;37(10):947-952
Objective To investigate the clinical effect of coronal bone structure matching(CBSM)in the treatment of dis-tal radius fracture.Methods A total of 39 cases of distal radius fracture between Jannary 2018 and Jannary 2022 were included in this study.Among them there were 22 males and 17 females with an average age of(48.9±16.3)years old,ranged from 22 to 65 years old.All patients were treated with open reduction and internal fixation with plates.Based on the measurement of CB-SM value on the X-ray film the next day after surgery.All patients were divided into matched group and mismatched group ac-cording to the coronal bone structure matching in the normal range or not.There were 27 patients in the matched group,includ-ing 15 males and 12 females,the age ranged from 22 to 64 years old with an average of(48.0±16.2)years old.AO classifica-tion of fracture was C1 in 6 cases and C2 in 21 cases;the operation time ranged from 1 to 6 days after injury;9 cases were com-plicated with ulnar styloid process fracture.There were 12 patients in the mismatched group,including 7 males and 5 females;the age ranged from 22 to 65 years old with an average of(48.8±15.8)years old.AO classification of fracture was C1 in 4 cases and C2 in 8 cases;the time from injury to operation ranged from 1 to 5 days;4 cases were complicated with ulnar styloid pro-cess fracture.The X-ray films were used to evaluate fracture healing,humeral height,ulnar angle and palm tilt angle at 3 months after operation.The range of wrist motion(pronation,supination,palmar inclination and dorsiflexion),function out-comes(Gartland-Werley score)and pain levels(visual analogue scale,VAS)were compared between the two groups at the last follow-up.Results The average follow-up time of 39 patients were(9.5±4.3)months,ranged from 6 to 14 months.All pa-tients healed in one stage without postoperative infection,fracture nonunion and fracture displacement occurred.Compared with match group at the last follow-up,the VAS in the mismatch group was increased[(2.5±1.3)points vs(1.6±1.0)points],the wrist pronation were decreased[(70.5±12.6)° vs(80.5±9.4)°],with statistically significant difference(P<0.05).There was no sig-nificant difference in the range of motion(supination,palmar inclination,dorsiflexion)and excellent good rate between the two groups at last follow-up after operation(P>0.05).Conclusion Wrist dysfunction,limited pronation,and wrist pain may occur when the postoperative matching degree of the distal radius fracture is not within the normal range.
8.Ultra-fast track anesthesia management for transcatheter mitral valve edge-to-edge repair
Zhi-Yao ZOU ; Da ZHU ; Yi-Ming CHEN ; Shou-Zheng WANG ; Jian-Bin GAO ; Jing DONG ; Xiang-Bin PAN ; Ke YANG
Chinese Journal of Interventional Cardiology 2024;32(5):250-256
Objective To retrospectively analyze the ultra-fast track anesthesia(UFTA)methods and perioperative anesthesia management experiences of transcatheter mitral valve edge-to-edge repair(TEER)in the treatment of functional mitral regurgitant.Methods In this retrospective study,patients underwent the TEER procedure and received UFTA in Fuwai Yunnan Hospital,from May 2022 to September 2022 for heart failure combined with moderate to severe or severe functional mitral regurgitant were included.Baseline,preoperative complications,cardial function and anesthesia classification,amino-terminal probrain natriuretic peptide(NT-proBNP),ultrasound examination results,surgery time,extubation time,intraoperative anesthetic and vasoactive drug,complications related to TEER and UFTA,perioperative,and postoperative 30-day and one-year follow-up data were collected.All perioperative clinical data were recorded and analyzed.Results A total of 30 patients were enrolled,11 patients(36.7%)were female,mean age was(63.6±6.1)years,NYHA classification IV 14 patients(46.7%),left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF)(36.0±8.1)%,the end-diastolic volume of the left ventricle(66.0±8.2)mm,mitral regurgitation 4+14 patients(56.7%),3+17 patients(43.3%),NT-proBNP(1 934.1±1 973.5)pg/ml,1 patient(3.3%)used high-dose vasoactive drugs during surgery.All patients did not experience nausea,vomiting,delirium,respiratory depression,perioperative transesophageal echocardiography-related gastrointestinal bleeding,pericardial effusion,cerebrovascular accidents,emergency surgery or secondary intervention,or other serious adverse events within 24 hours after surgery.No 30-day all-cause death occurred;the mean postoperative hospital stay was(7.4±2.8)days.All patients completed one-year follow-up,LVEF(37.6±11.1)%,the end-diastolic volume of the left ventricle(63.2±8.6)mm,mitral regurgitation 2+7 patients(23.3%),1+23 patients(76.7%),NT-proBNP(1 949.2±2 576.6)pg/ml.Conclusions Ultra-fast track anesthesia can be safely applied to TEER in treating functional mitral regurgitant patients.
9.Regulatory effect of miR-29b on OPN/TGF-β pathway and the change of this pathway in a high glucose environment in a renal cell co-culture system
Juan LIU ; Ming-Zheng YANG ; Xiao-Ying LI ; Ting-Ting JI ; Xiao-Yan XIONG ; Ying-Chun ZHU ; Shou-Jun BAI
Fudan University Journal of Medical Sciences 2024;51(6):921-930
Objective To establish a renal cell co-culture system to simulate the renal barrier system,and to test its responsiveness to different glucose concentrations,and to investigate the regulatory effect of miR-29b-3p on osteopontin(OPN)/transforming growth factor β(TGF-β)pathway and the changes of this pathway under high glucose condition.Methods The three-cell co-culture system consisting of human renal podocytes,human glomerular mesangial cells and human renal tubular epithelial cells was established to test the cell viability and glucose consumption value at glucose concentrations of 5,8,12 and 16 mmol/L.The content of TGF-β and OPN in cell supernatant was measured.The recombinant plasmid and siRNA of OPN were transfected,and the expressions of TGF-β and OPN were detected by Q-PCR and Western blot.Results The mRNA expressions of OPN,TGF-β and miR-29b were significantly increased at 12 mmol/L glucose conditions.Western blot results showed that the protein expression of OPN increased in high glucose conditions,while the protein expression of TGF-β did not change significantly.After adding miR-29b-3p activator,the mRNA levels of OPN and TGF-β in the cell supernatant were significantly increased.After adding miR-29b-3p inhibitor,the mRNA levels of OPN and TGF-β in the cell supernatant were significantly decreased.Western blot results showed that compared with 5 mmol/L glucose,the protein expressions of OPN and TGF-β were increased by miR-29b-3p activator,and the protein expressions of OPN and TGF-β were decreased by miR-29b-3p inhibitor.After transfection with OPN recombinant plasmid,the content of TGF-β in the cell supernatant was significantly increased,and the mRNA expressions of OPN and TGF-β in the cells were significantly increased.After transfection with OPN siRNA,the content of TGF-β in the cell supernatant was decreased,and the expression of OPN mRNA in the cells was significantly decreased,but the expression of TGF-β mRNA was not significantly increased.Conclusion The renal cell co-culture system can mimic the complex renal environment in vivo.When induced by high glucose,cell proliferation is inhibited,glucose consumption is increased,and the content of TGF-β in the cell supernatant is increased,and miR-29b-3p has a regulatory effect on OPN/TGF-β signaling pathway in the co-culture system.
10.Perioperative application of immunoadsorption in highly sensitized kidney transplant recipients: single-center experience
Haojie HUANG ; Jie DING ; Yuting HU ; Dan SONG ; Ming ZHU ; Feng WANG ; Heng ZHENG ; Chenjie HUANG ; Qingling ZOU ; Zhangfei SHOU
Chinese Journal of Organ Transplantation 2024;45(10):702-709
Objective:To explore the clinical efficacy of immunoadsorption in highly sensitized kidney transplant (KT) candidates.Methods:From September 2019 to April 2023, the relevant clinical data were retrospectively reviewed for 26 highly sensitized KT recipients. Protein A immunoadsorption desensitization therapy was offered after KT. The effect of immunosorbent on reducing anti-human leukocyte antigen (HLA) antibodies was summarized. And operative success rate and postoperative complication incidence were calculated.Results:The mean number of treatment session was (10.76±5.53). The highest level of HLA-Ⅰ antibody mean fluorescence intensity (MFI) dropped from (17 921±4 442) to (7 333±6 434) with a decline of 59% and HLA-Ⅱ antibody MFI decreased from (21 135±5 245) to (10 989±7 627) with a decline of 48%. The differences were statistically significant (both P<0.001). All kidneys were harvested from cadavers. The complications were acute antibody mediated rejection (7 cases), perioperative pulmonary infection (3 cases) and myelosuppression (2 cases). The average follow-up period was (30.8±12.6) month. The graft survival rate was 88.5% (23/26) and the recipient survival rate 100% (26/26) . Conclusions:Immunoadsorption therapy can effectively reduce HLA antibody in highly sensitized KT candidates, thereby increasing the probability of successful KT. In terms of safety, immunosorbent therapy may boost the potential risks of infection and myelosuppression. It requires heightened attention.

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