1.Interpretation of "Cancer statistics, 2025": A comparative study on cancer epidemiological characteristics and long-term trends between China and the United States
Ruifeng XU ; Hongrui WANG ; Yun CHE ; Na REN ; Guochao ZHANG ; Liang ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2025;32(04):442-452
In 2025, the American Cancer Society published "Cancer statistics, 2025", which projected cancer data for the upcoming year based on incidence data collected by central cancer registries (through 2021) and mortality data obtained from the National Center for Health Statistics (through 2022). Similarly, the National Cancer Center of China released "Cancer incidence and mortality in China, 2022" in December 2024, analyzing data from 22 cancer registries across the country. This study provides a comparative analysis of cancer incidence and mortality trends in China and the United States during the same period, with a focus on sex- and age-specific distributions and long-term changes in cancer patterns. Long-term trends indicate that lung and liver cancer mortality rates in China have declined, primarily due to tobacco control measures and hepatitis B vaccination programs. However, the burden of gastric and esophageal cancers remains substantial. In the United States, mortality rates for colorectal and lung cancers have continued to decline, largely attributed to widespread screening programs and advances in immunotherapy. As economic growth and social development, China’s cancer profile is gradually shifting towards patterns observed in countries with high human development index. However, the prevention and control of upper gastrointestinal cancers remains a critical public health challenge that requires further attention.
2.Effect of Modified Xiangsha Liujunzitang on Hepatic Kupffer Cell Inflammation Mediated by Intestinal-derived LPS in Rats with Hyperlipidemia and Spleen Deficiency Syndrome
Mengzhu CHE ; Lianqun JIA ; Dongyu MIN ; Guoyuan SUI ; Qi ZHANG ; Guanlin YANG ; Yunhao CUI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(16):77-86
ObjectiveThe study aims to investigate the intervention effect of modified Xiangsha Liujunzitang (M-XSLJZ) on intestinal-derived lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-activated Kupffer cell inflammation in rats with hyperlipidemia spleen deficiency syndrome. MethodsSeventy male SD rats were randomly divided into seven groups (n=10): blank control (CON), high-fat diet without spleen deficiency (HFD), high-fat diet with spleen deficiency (SD-HFD), M-XSLJZ low-, medium-, and high-dose groups (XS-L, XS-M, XS-H), and western medicine control (R). Spleen deficiency was induced in SD-HFD, XS-L, XS-M, XS-H, and R groups via irregular diet combined with exhaustive swimming for 15 days. The CON group received a standard diet, while other groups were fed a high-fat diet for 10 weeks to establish the hyperlipidemia model. After successful modeling, rats were treated for 8 weeks: M-XSLJZ was administered at 3.51, 7.02, 14.04 g·kg-1 in XS-L, XS-M, and XS-H groups, respectively. The R group received 9×10-4 g·kg-1 of a reference drug. D-xylose excretion rate was measured by the phloroglucinol method. Blood lipids were assessed using an automated biochemical analyzer. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was used to evaluate the pathological conditions of the liver, and oil red O staining was used to observe the lipid deposition in the liver. The levels of LPS, portal vein serum LPS, LPS-binding protein (LBP), serum interleukin-6 (IL-6), IL-1β, and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Immunofluorescence was used to evaluate CD86 expression and CD68/TLR4 co-localization in the liver. Protein levels of TLR4, MyD88, NF-κB p65, and p-NF-κB p65 in Kupffer cells were analyzed via Western blot automated protein analysis. Hepatic IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β mRNA and protein levels were measured using Real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) and Western blot. ResultsCompared with the CON group, the SD-HFD group showed a decrease in D-xylose excretion (P<0.01). TC, TG, HDL-C, and LDL-C increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). A large number of hepatic lipid vacuoles and orange-red lipid droplet deposition appeared in the liver. Ileal LPS, portal LPS, and LBP increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). The levels of serum IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β increased (P<0.01). The expression of CD86 was upregulated (P<0.01), and the co-expression of CD68 and TLR4 was enhanced. The protein levels of TLR4, MyD88, and p-p65 in Kupffer cells increased (P<0.01). The mRNA and protein levels of IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β increased (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with the HFD group, the SD-HFD group exhibited decreased D-xylose excretion (P<0.01), higher HDL-C, LDL-C (P<0.05), increased portal LBP and LPS (P<0.05), increased serum IL-6 and TNF-α (P<0.01), upregulated CD86 (P<0.01), enhanced CD68/TLR4 co-expression, and higher TNF-α mRNA/protein (P<0.05). Compared with the SD-HFD group, all M-XSLJZ treatment groups showed reduced TC, TG, and LDL-C (P<0.05, P<0.01). XS-H and R groups displayed improved hepatic lipid deposition. XS-H and R groups had lower ileal LPS, portal LPS, and LBP levels (P<0.05, P<0.01). All M-XSLJZ treatment groups exhibited reduced serum IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α (P<0.01). The XS-H group showed downregulated CD86 (P<0.01) and weakened CD68/TLR4 co-expression. The XS-H group had reduced TLR4, MyD88, and p-NF-κB p65 in Kupffer cells (P<0.01). XS-H and R groups showed lower IL-6, TNF-α, and IL-1β mRNA/protein (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionM-XSLJZ may exert its lipid-lowering effects by inhibiting intestinal-derived LPS and alleviating Kupffer cell inflammation in the liver.
3.Interpretation of the Guideline for Multi-dimensional and Multi-criteria Comprehensive Evaluation of Chinese Patent Medicine:weighting of evaluation indicators
Haili ZHANG ; Bin LIU ; Weili WANG ; Wenjie CAO ; Yijiu YANG ; Ziteng HU ; Yaxin CHEN ; Ning LIANG ; Huizhen LI ; Qianzi CHE ; Xingyu ZONG ; Zhao CHEN ; Yanping WANG ; Nannan SHI
China Pharmacy 2024;35(7):773-777
OBJECTIVE To provide a detailed report and interpretation of the method and results for determining the weights of the technical indicators from the “multi-dimensional and multi-criteria comprehensive evaluation index system (first edition)” stated in Guideline for Multi-dimensional and Multi-criteria Comprehensive Evaluation of Chinese Patent Medicine. METHODS Normalization calculations were performed on the comprehensive weight values calculated by the analytic hierarchy process and expert weighting method to obtain the objective weights of the indicators. RESULTS The weight results of the six primary dimensions in the current comprehensive evaluation indicator system of Chinese patent medicine showed effectiveness dimension> safety dimension>standard dimension>application dimension>scientific dimension>economic dimension, with weight values of 0.281 0, 0.268 5, 0.195 8, 0.107 3, 0.096 1 and 0.051 3 respectively, consistent with the results of most researches currently. CONCLUSIONS The process of weight determination in this indicator system is scientifically reasonable, with clear methods and clear interpretations, and is worthy of further optimization and widespread application.
4. Mechanism of ellagic acid improving cognitive dysfunction in APP/PS double transgenic mice based on PI3K/AKT/GSK-3β signaling pathway
Li-Li ZHONG ; Xin LU ; Ying YU ; Qin-Yan ZHAO ; Jing ZHANG ; Tong-Hui LIU ; Xue-Yan NI ; Li-Li ZHONG ; Yan-Ling CHE ; Dan WU ; Hong LIU
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2024;40(1):90-98
Aim To investigate the effect of ellagic acid (EA) on cognitive function in APP/PS 1 double- transgenic mice, and to explore the regulatory mechanism of ellagic acid on the level of oxidative stress in the hippocampus of double-transgenic mice based on the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/protein kinase B/glycogen synthase kinase-3 (PI3K/AKT/GSK-3 β) signaling pathway. Methods Thirty-two SPF-grade 6-month-old APP/PS 1 double transgenic mice were randomly divided into four groups, namely, APP/PS 1 group, APP/PS1 + EA group, APP/PS1 + LY294002 group, APP/PS 1 + EA + LY294002 group, with eight mice in each group, and eight SPF-grade C57BL/6J wild type mice ( Wild type) were selected as the blank control group. The APP/PS 1 + EA group was given 50 mg · kg
5.Establishment of hypothyroidism model in mice
Haomiao LAN ; Li ZHANG ; Yu MAO ; Linjun XIE ; Hongying CHE
Acta Laboratorium Animalis Scientia Sinica 2024;32(1):40-47
Objective Total thyroidectomy of C57BL/6 and KM mice was performed by two different surgical methods to verify the success of mouse hypothyroidism model modeling,and compared the success rate of different surgical methods.Methods C57BL/6 and KM mice underwent total thyroidectomy by ligation(operation method Ⅰ)or hemostasis(operation method Ⅱ),and the detailed operation processes were recorded.Serum TT3,TT4 and TSH levels detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay,body weight,and hematoxylin-eosin(HE)-stained neck tissue were compared before and after surgery to verify the model.Results Serum TT3 and TT4 levels were decreased(P<0.05)and TSH was increased(P<0.001)in both model groups.The 28-day postoperative survival rates were 40%and 60%in groups Ⅰ and Ⅱ,respectively,and 50%and 40%in KM mice.Body weights were significantly higher in both model groups compared with the sham control group.HE staining and microscopic observation showed that the cervical tissue in both strains was thyroid tissue,and the back membrane of the thyroid remained intact after isolation.Conclusions Both surgical method can induce hypothyroidism in C57BL/6 and KM mice;however,it is necessary to consider the anatomical relationship of the thyroid gland to the surrounding tissue,improve the proficiency of the surgical operation,prevent the occurrence of postoperative hypocalcemia and infection,and thus improve the survival rate of the model mice.
6.Butein ameliorates sciatic nerve injury by activating SIRT1 and mediating the FOXO1/NF-κB signaling pathway
Journal of China Medical University 2024;53(2):102-107
Objective This study aimed to explore the effect and possible mechanism of SIRT1 activation induced by butein on sciatic nerve injury in rats.Methods A total of 30 rats were randomly divided into a sham operation group,a sciatic nerve injury group,and a butein group,with 10 rats in each group.BBB motor scores and sciatic nerve function index were detected on the modeling surgery day,the 7th day after surgery,and the 14th day after surgery.The pathological changes of the sciatic nerve in each group were observed by HE staining.The apoptosis of sciatic nerve cells in each group was detected by TdT-mediated dUTP nick end labeling(TUNEL).The expres-sion of BDNF,MBP,GAP-43,SIRT1,FOXO1,Keap1,and NF-κB in the sciatic nerve was detected by Western blotting.Results Butein improved the pathological injury of the sciatic nerve,reduced the apoptosis of sciatic nerve cells,increased BDNF,MBP,GAP-43,and SIRT1 expression,and decreased FOXO1,Keap1,and NF-κB expression in the sciatic nerve.Conclusion Butein can inhibit FOXO1/NF-κB signaling pathway activation by up-regulating SIRT1 expression in rats with sciatic nerve injury and then improve the sciatic nerve pathological injury in rats.
7.Comparison of postoperative visual acuity between two TECNIS multifocal intraocular lenses with different collocations
Tong LI ; Fuqiang LI ; Songtian CHE ; Zhuoya LI ; Xiaomin HU ; Rong GUO ; Hui ZHANG
International Eye Science 2024;24(6):842-847
AIM: To investigate the effect of different lens combinations on visual acuity, visual quality and patient satisfaction by comparing mixed implantation of Tecnis Symfony ZXR00(ZXR00)and Tecnis ZMB00(ZMB00)lenses, bilateral implantation of ZMB00 lenses, and bilateral implantation of ZXR00 lenses.METHODS:This retrospective case-control study included 117 patients with cataracts(234 eyes)who underwent phacoemulsification combined with intraocular lens(IOLs)implantation from August 2020 to December 2021. The 3 groups included 36 patients(72 eyes)who underwent bilateral implantation of ZXR00(RR group), 37 patients(74 eyes)who underwent bilateral implantation of ZMB00(MM group), and 44 patients(88 eyes)who underwent implantation with a combination of ZXR00 and ZMB00(MR group). The uncorrected distance visual acuity(UDVA, 5 m), uncorrected intermediate visual acuity(UIVA, 80 cm), uncorrected near visual acuity(UNVA, 40 cm), corrected distance visual acuity(CDVA), defocus curve, stereopsis and VF-14 and QoV visual quality scale of the patients in the three groups were assessed at 3-month follow-up.RESULTS:Bilateral UNVA in the MM and MR group were significantly better than that in the RR group(P<0.05). Bilateral UIVA was the best in the RR group. There were no significant differences in bilateral UDVA, CDVA and stereopsis among the groups(P>0.05). Values for near-stereoscopic acuity at 40 cm were 107.27±80.53, 105.67±83.79, and 108.69±97.66(20-400)arcsec in the MR, MM, and RR groups, respectively(P>0.05). Satisfaction rates exceeded 90% in all groups.CONCLUSION:All groups achieved good distance, intermediate, and near visual acuity and near-stereoscopic vision postoperatively. Mixed implantation with ZXR00 and ZMB00 lenses achieved excellent full-range vision and resulted in high satisfaction. These results may aid in developing individualized clinical treatment plans.
8.Methodology for Developing Rapid and Living Guidelines of Traditional Chinese Medicine (RALIG-TCM) (Part 2): Development Process and Key Steps during Preparation Stage
Yujing ZHANG ; Lijiao YAN ; Ziteng HU ; Yaxin CHEN ; Xiaoling LI ; Qianzi CHE ; Jingya WANG ; An LI ; Nannan SHI ; Yanping WANG ; Ning LIANG
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;65(3):275-280
It is necessary to develop rapid and living guidelines in order to improve the evidence translation and guidance for clinical practice in emergency situations, and to enhance the participation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in management of emergencies. This paper introduced the process of developing rapid and living guidelines of TCM and divided it into three stages, that is preparation, rapid development and dynamic updating, which highlights the features of rapid development, high quality, and dynamic updating and the integration with the predominance of TCM. By comparing with general guidelines on composition, personnel number, timing to formulate and communication patterns of the guideline working groups, as well as the content and number of clinical questions, this paper mainly gave suggestions on how to formulate a concise but authoritative team during the preparation stage, how to efficiently manage the guideline team and promote the development process from conflict of interest management, working and communication mode adjustment, and how to formulate and update the important and prioritized clinical questions, all of which may provide reference for the development of TCM rapid and living guidelines.
9.Research Analysis of SLC12A3 Gene Mutation and Molecular Mechanism in Gitelman Syndrome
Chunli WANG ; Bixia ZHENG ; Wei ZHOU ; Ruochen CHE ; Fei ZHAO ; Aihua ZHANG ; Guixia DING
JOURNAL OF RARE DISEASES 2024;3(1):50-56
This study aimed at conducting retrospective analysis of the clinical symptoms and genetic mutations in 20 children with Gitelman syndrome treated at the Affiliated Children′s Hospital of Nanjing Medical University from August 2015 to November 2022 and also explored the molecular mechanism of the pathogenic high-frequency mutation D486N in the Chinese population. We collected the clinical manifestations, growth and development status, laboratory examination results, and In the 20 patients with Gitelman syndrome, all of them had hypokalemia. We indemnified twenty-six We found the preliminary evidence that the high-frequency mutation D486N in the Chinese population affected the expression of total and membrane-bound NCC protein and influenced the membrane localization of NCC protein. The findings of this study provides experimental evidence for genetic counseling, diagnosis, and treatment of Gitelman syndrome.
10.Occurrence of hyperactivity behavior and its relationship with neuropsychological development in children aged 3-6 in Yunnan Province
Chinese Journal of School Health 2024;45(8):1106-1110
Objective:
To investigate the prevalence of hyperactivity behavior in children aged 3-6 in Yunnan Province, to explore its relationship with neuropsychological development, so as to provide clues for early prevention and intervention of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children.
Methods:
A total of 1 321 children aged 3 to 6 from 10 kindergartens in 5 prefectures (cities) of Yunnan Province were selected by stratified random sampling method from October 2022 to May 2023. Teacher Rating Scale (TRS) was used to investigate childrens hyperactive behavior and coexistent behavior. A qualified evaluator applied the Developmental Scale for Children Aged 0-6 Years to assess the development of 5 ability areas of gross motor movement,fine movement,adaptive ability,language and social behavior. Statistical analysis was performed using Wilcoxon rank sum test and χ2 test. Binary Logistic regression was applied to analyze the score of their hyperactivity behavior and its relationship with other behavior problems and neuropsychological development.
Results:
The detection rate of hyperactivity behavior was 8.6% in children aged 3 to 6 years, 12.8% in boys and 4.1% in girls (χ2=31.53, P<0.01). The detection rate of hyperactivity in 3yearold children was 13.9%, which was higher than that in 4yearold (9.2%) and 5yearold children (7.0%) (χ2=8.73, P<0.05). The detection rate of inattentionpassivity of rural children (14.6%) was higher than that of urban children (5.9%) (χ2=22.23, P<0.01). Binary Logistic regression analysis showed that the higher the level of adaptive development, the lower the risk of hyperactivity (OR=0.58, 95%CI=0.39-0.86), the higher the risk of hyperactivity (OR=0.57, 95%CI=0.35-0.91), the higher the risk of conduct problems (OR=0.57, 95%CI=0.37-0.87), inattentionpassivity (OR=0.49, 95%CI=0.33-0.74) were also at lower risk (P<0.05). Children with higher levels of fine motor development had a lower risk of inattentionpassivity (OR=0.59, 95%CI=0.37-0.93, P<0.05).
Conclusions
Hyperactivity in boys and inattentionpassivity in rural children requires more attention. It is necessary to strengthen childrens early adaptive ability and fine motor training to prevent hyperactive behavior and inattention.


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