1.Treatment of Globus Hystericus Based on the Theory of "Regulating the Five Zang Organs and Harmonizing the Spleen and Stomach"
Nailin ZHANG ; Jingxi WANG ; Hongyang WANG ; Fang SHI ; Xuan JING ; Qiquan LIU
Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;66(5):541-544
Based on the concept of "regulating the five zang organs and harmonizing the spleen and stomach", globus hystericus is believed to originate from dysfunction of the five zang organs and disharmony of the spleen and stomach. Treatment primarily focuses on regulating the spleen and stomach while also considering other affected organs, with a self-prescribed Anpiwei Jingyan Formula (安脾胃经验方) for harmonizing the spleen and stomach as the foundational treatment. Additionally, syndrome-based modifications are applied according to imbalances in the heart, lung, kidney, or liver. For heart-yang deficiency, modified Linggui Zhugan Decoction (苓桂术甘汤) could be combined; for heart-yin deficiency, modified Tianwang Buxin Pill (天王补心丹) could be combined. For lung failing to disperse and descend and fluid retention, modified Sanao Decoction (三拗汤) could be combined; for lung and stomach yin deficiency, modified Shashen Maidong Decoction (沙参麦冬汤) could be combined. For kidney-yang deficiency with ascending counterflow of cold water, modified Jingui Shensi Pill (金匮肾气丸) could be combined; for kidney-yin deficiency, modified Liuwei Dihuang Pill (六味地黄丸) could be combined. For liver constraint and spleen deficiency, modified Sini Powder (四逆散) could be combined; for liver-yin deficiency or liver stagnation transforming into fire and attacking the stomach, modified Yiguan Decoction (一贯煎) could be combined.
2.Preliminary exploration of differentiating and treating multiple system atrophy from the perspective of the eight extraordinary meridians
Di ZHAO ; Zhigang CHEN ; Nannan LI ; Lu CHEN ; Yao WANG ; Jing XUE ; Xinning ZHANG ; Chengru JIA ; Xuan XU ; Kaige ZHANG
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;48(3):392-397
Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a rare neurodegenerative disease with complex clinical manifestations, presenting substantial challenges in clinical diagnosis and treatment. Its symptoms and the eight extraordinary meridians are potentially correlated; therefore, this article explores the association between MSA symptom clusters and the eight extraordinary meridians based on their circulation and physiological functions, as well as their treatment strategies. The progression from deficiency to damage in the eight extraordinary meridians aligns with the core pathogenesis of MSA, which is characterized by "the continuous accumulation of impacts from the vital qi deficiency leading to eventual damage". Liver and kidney deficiency and the emptiness of the eight extraordinary meridians are required for the onset of MSA; the stagnation of qi deficiency and the gradual damage to the eight extraordinary meridians are the key stages in the prolonged progression of MSA. The disease often begins with the involvement of the yin and yang qiao mai, governor vessel, thoroughfare vessel, and conception vessel before progressing to multiple meridian involvements, ultimately affecting all eight extraordinary meridians simultaneously. The treatment approach emphasizes that "the direct method may be used for joining battle, but indirect method will be needed in order to secure victory" and focuses on "eliminate pathogenic factors and reinforce healthy qi". Distinguishing the extraordinary meridians and focusing on the primary symptoms are pivotal to improving efficacy. Clinical treatment is aimed at the target, and tailored treatment based on careful clinical observation ensures precision in targeting the disease using the eight extraordinary meridians as the framework and core symptoms as the specific focus. Additionally, combining acupuncture, daoyin therapy, and other method may help prolong survival. This article classifies clinical manifestations based on the theory of the eight extraordinary meridians and explores treatment.
3.Mechanism of Yishen Tongluo Prescription in Inhibiting Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress and Improving Apoptosis of Renal Tubular Epithelial Cells Based on PERK/ATF4/CHOP
Xuan SU ; Liang ZHAO ; Mengmeng WANG ; Jing DING ; Zhenqiang ZHANG ; Xiaowei ZHANG ; Jiangyan XU ; Zhishen XIE
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(2):26-36
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of Yishen Tongluo prescription (YSTLP) on apoptosis of renal tubular epithelial cells and explore the mechanism based on endoplasmic reticulum stress pathway of protein kinase R-like endoplasmic reticulum kinase (PERK)/activating transcription factor 4 (ATF4)/transcription factor C/EBP homologous protein (CHOP). MethodThe db/db mice were randomly divided into model group, valsartan group (10 mg·kg-1), and low, middle, high-dose YSTLP groups (1, 2.5, 5 g·kg-1). Samples were collected after eight weeks of drug intervention. In addition, db/m mice in the same litter served as the control group. Human renal tubular epithelial cells (HK-2) were cultured in vitro and divided into the control group, advanced glycated end-product (AGE) group, and AGE + low, middle, and high-dose YSTLP groups (100, 200, 400 mg·L-1). TdT-mediated dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL) staining was used to detect the apoptosis rate of HK-2 cells. Methylthiazolyldiphenyl-tetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay was conducted to detect the viability of HK-2 cells. Calcium fluorescence probe staining and luciferase reporter gene method were adopted to detect the luciferase activity of folded protein response element (UPRE) and endoplasmic reticulum stress. Immunohistochemical (IHC) analysis was carried out to measure the protein expressions of phosphorylated PKR (p-PERK), CHOP, and ATF4. Real-time polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) was used to measure the mRNA expression levels of CHOP and X-box binding protein 1 (XBP1) in mouse kidney and HK-2 cells. Western blot was used to detect the protein expression level of p-PERK, PERK, CHOP, ATF4, B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2), Bcl-2 associated X protein (Bax), and cleaved Caspase-3 in mouse kidney and HK-2 cells. ResultIn the cellular assay, HK-2 cell viability was significantly reduced, and the apoptosis rate was elevated in the AGE group compared with the control group (P<0.01). The mRNA and protein expression levels of apoptosis-related factor Bcl-2 were significantly reduced (P<0.01), and those of Bax were significantly increased (P<0.01). The protein expression level of cleaved Caspase-3 was significantly increased (P<0.01). Compared with the AGE group, YSTLP administration treatment resulted in elevated cell viability and reduced apoptosis rate (P<0.01). The mRNA and protein expression levels of Bcl-2 were significantly elevated in a time- and dose-dependent manner (P<0.01), and those of Bax were significantly reduced in a time- and dose-dependent manner. The protein expression level of cleaved Caspase-3 was significantly reduced in a time- and dose-dependent manner (P<0.01). The intracellular Ca2+ imbalance and UPRE luciferase fluorescence intensity were increased in the AGE group compared with the control group (P<0.01). The mRNA levels of endoplasmic reticulum stress-related factors CHOP and XBP1 were significantly increased (P<0.01), and the protein expression levels of p-PERK, CHOP, and ATF4 were significantly increased (P<0.05). Compared with the AGE group, YSTLP effectively improved intracellular Ca2+ imbalance in HK-2 cells and decreased UPRE luciferase fluorescence intensity in a dose-dependent manner (P<0.01). It reduced the mRNA levels of endoplasmic reticulum stress-related factors CHOP and XBP1 (P<0.01) and the protein expression levels of intracellular p-PERK, CHOP, and ATF4 in a dose- and time-dependent manner (P<0.01). In animal experiments, the protein expression level of Bcl-2 was significantly reduced(P<0.01), and that of cleaved Caspase-3 and Bax was significantly increased in the model group compared with the control group (P<0.05). The protein expression level of Bcl-2 was dose-dependently elevated, and that of cleaved Caspase-3 and Bax was dose-dependently decreased in the YSTLP groups compared with the model group (P<0.01). Compared with the control group, the mRNA expression levels of CHOP and XBP1 were significantly elevated in the model group (P<0.05, P<0.01), and the protein expression levels of p-PERK, CHOP, and ATF4 were significantly increased (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, YSTLP significantly decreased the mRNA expression levels of CHOP and XBP1 (P<0.01) and the protein expression levels of p-PERK, CHOP, and ATF4 (P<0.01). ConclusionYSTLP can effectively inhibit endoplasmic reticulum stress and improve apoptosis of renal tubular epithelial cells, and its mechanism may be related to the regulation of the PERK/AFT4/CHOP pathway.
4.Research status of ultrasound evaluation of axillary lymph node metastasis in breast cancer
Yelin HE ; Xuan GUO ; Jing ZHANG
International Journal of Surgery 2024;51(2):114-119
Breast cancer is the malignant tumor with the highest incidence among women in China, and axillary lymph node metastasis is one of the main metastatic pathways of breast cancer. Early detection and accurate assessment of axillary lymph node metastasis has great significance in guiding treatment and judging prognosis. Currently, imaging techniques are widely used in the diagnosis of breast diseases. Ultrasound, as a commonly used clinical imaging method, has become the preferred method for breast cancer lymph node assessment because of its low price, simple operation and multiple testing. This article review the current status of research on the commonly used ultrasound assessment of axillary lymph node metastasis in breast cancer to provide reference for clinical diagnosis and treatment.
5.Study on the mechanism of electroacupuncture stimulation to activate the acupoint effect and promote skeletal muscle repair
Yuting HUANG ; Jun LIAO ; Tianyu RAO ; Kezhi LIU ; Jia LIN ; Yuye LIN ; Chufan ZENG ; Guojun ZHANG ; Xia ZHANG ; Xiubing TONG ; Jingyu ZHANG ; Yu KAN ; Yanping FANG ; Xianghong JING ; Xuan WANG
Journal of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2024;47(8):1160-1170
Objective To investigate the mechanism of inducing macrophage polarization induced by acupoint effect of electroacupuncture to promote the repair of acute skeletal muscle injury.Methods 45 SD rats were randomly divided into blank group,model group,electroacupuncture group(EA group),sodium chrominate group (DSCG group) and electroacupuncture+sodium chrominate group (hereinafter referred to as EA+DSCG group),with 9 rats in each group. The rats in the EA group and the EA+DSCG group were subjected to EA intervention at the right "Chengshan" (BL57) and "Yanglingquan"(GB34),with a frequency of 2 Hz/100 Hz. The gait changes of rats were recorded by animal gait analyzer. The morphological changes of the right gastrocnemius were observed by HE staining. The changes of mast cell aggregation and degranulation in local skin muscles of "chengshan" point were observed by toluidine blue staining. The expressions of Pax7,MyoD and skin mast cells and 5-HT in the right gastrocnemius were detected by immunofluorescence method. The positive expressions of CD68 and CD206 in right gastrocnemius macrophage was observed by immunohistochemical staining.Results Compared with blank group,the wiggle time of the right hind leg in model group and DSCG group increased,stride length decreased,HE staining showed inflammatory cell infiltration,myocyte enlargement,degeneration and necrosis. The degranulation rate of local skin mast cells in "Chengshan" (BL57) area increased,and the expressions of mast cell tryptase,5-HT,Pax7,MyoD,CD68 and CD206 increased (P<0.05). Compared with model group,the wiggle time of the right hind leg in EA group and EA+DSCG group decreased,stride length increased,HE staining showed that inflammatory cell infiltration was reduced,muscle cells were uniform in size and arranged neatly. Mast cell degranulation rate increased significantly in EA group,and the expressions of mast cell tryptase,5-HT,Pax7,MyoD and CD206 increased (P<0.05),while CD68 expression decreased (P<0.05). Compared with EA+DSCG group,the degranulation rate of mast cells and the expressions of mast cell tryptase,5-HT,Pax7,MyoD and CD206 increased (P<0.05),while CD68 expression decreased in EA group (P<0.05). Conclusion EA "Chengshan" (BL57) and "Yanglingquan" (GB34) can stimulate acupuncture points to locally induce mast cell degranulation,promote the polarization of macrophages,and then activate muscle satellite cells to play the regulatory process of repairing skeletal muscle injury.
6.Gadopiclenol,a new radiological diagnostic drug used in magnetic resonance imaging
Lu ZHENG ; Ting YANG ; Chao-Yang CHEN ; Ran WEI ; Xuan-Ling ZHANG ; Jing-Zhong DENG ; Ying ZHOU
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(11):1661-1664
Gadopiclenol was used in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older during magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)to detect and view lesions of the central nervous system(brain,spine,and associated tissues)and body(head and neck,chest,abdomen,pelvis,and musculoskeletal system)with abnormal vascular properties.Gadopiclenol is a new type of macrocyclic gadolinium-based contrast agent(GBCA).In this article,the molecular structure,principle of action,pharmacodynamics,pharmacokinetics,clinical studies,safety and other aspects of Gadopiclenol were reviewed,in order to introduce the current research status and existing achievements of Gadopiclenol.
7.Piflufolastat F 18 for PSMA PET imaging in prostate cancer
Jing-Tian SHI ; Ting YANG ; Chao-Yang CHEN ; Ran WEI ; Xuan-Ling ZHANG ; Xiao-Juan HU ; Ying ZHOU
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(12):1835-1838
On May 27,2021,the U.S.Food and Drug Administration(FDA)officially approved Lantheus'PYLARIFY?(Piflufolastat F 18,18 F-labeled imaging agent),which can be used for positron emission computed tomography(PET)of prostate-specific membrane antigen(PSMA)-positive lesions in prostate cancer patients to accurately identify prostate cancer with suspected metastasis or recurrence.Piflufolastat F 18 is approved by FDA for two indications.The first is the initial staging for suspected metastatic lesions in men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer.The second is restaging,with the goal of identifying lesions in the setting of biochem ical recurrence.
8.Farrerol improves the inflammation and abnormal muscle tone of cerebral basilar artery in mice induced by high salt via down-regulating JAK2/STAT3 pathway
Xiao-Min HOU ; Liang-Jing CHEN ; Yu-Xuan HAO ; Ming-Sheng ZHANG ; Xiao-Jiang QIN
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(13):1898-1902
Objective To investigate the inhibitory effect of farrerol on inflammation and abnormal muscle tone of cerebral basilar artery in mice induced by high salt and its molecular mechanism based on the Janus kinase 2(JAK2)/Transcription activator 3(STAT3)pathway.Methods A total of fifty C57BL/6J mice were randomly divided into normal group(normal feeding),model group(high salt diet),experimental-L group(high salt diet+oral administration of 12.5 mg·kg-1·d-1 farrerol),experimental-M group(high salt diet+oral administration of 25 mg·kg-1·d-1 farrerol)and experimental-H group(high salt diet+oral administration of 50 mg·kg-1·d-1 farrerol).The model was prepared for 12 weeks.The contractile response of the cerebral basilar artery of mice in each group to vasoconstrictor was recorded with myographs.Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA)were used to detect the levels of inflammatory factor.The protein expression levels of JAK2/STAT3 pathway related proteins were detected by Western blot.Results In the normal group,model group,experimental-L group,experimental-M group,experimental-H group,the contraction effects of the cerebral basilar artery to 60 mmol·L-1 potassium chloride(KCl)were(2.19±0.13),(2.66±0.11),(2.52±0.09),(2.41±0.08)and(2.25±0.10)mN;the contraction effects to 10-5 mol·L-1 vasopressiu(AVP)were(1.98±0.09),(2.46±0.08),(2.33±0.12),(2.11±0.10)and(2.05±0.06)mN;the contraction effects to 2.5 mmol·L-1 calcium chloride(CaCl2)were(1.77±0.08),(2.09±0.09),(2.03±0.08),(1.94±0.05)and(1.86±0.06)mN;in the serum,the levels of interleukin(IL)-1β were(10.10±3.21),(47.28±4.78),(40.16±3.98),(35.87±4.12)and(20.32±3.17)pg·mL-1;the levels of tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α)were(60.26±5.43),(134.32±4.15),(110.65±3.56),(90.79±5.25)and(81.54±6.23)pg·mL-1;the levels of chemokine ligand 3(CCL3)were(68.93±4.16),(146.37±5.73),(128.29±4.38),(100.25±6.82)and(84.16±3.89)pg·mL-1;the protein expression levels of JAK2 were 0.52±0.05,1.28±0.07,1.11±0.06,0.88±0.09 and 0.75±0.04;the protein expression levels of STAT3 were 0.58±0.07,1.93±0.10,1.62±0.04,1.34±0.06 and 0.88±0.09,respectively.The above indicators in the model group were significantly higher than the normal group(all P<0.01);compared to the model group,the above indicators in the experimental-M and-H groups were significantly reduced(P<0.05,P<0.01).Conclusion Farrerol maybe improve the inflammation and abnormal muscle tone of cerebral basilar artery in mice induced by high salt by downregulating JAK2/STAT3 pathway.
9.Retrospective cohort study on the relationship between MTHFR and ABCB1 gene polymorphisms and high-dose methotrexate toxicity in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Rui XU ; Jing LI ; Yu HU ; Li-fu Wu-jü-dan·A MAI ; Rui ZHANG ; Wen JIANG ; Xuan SUN ; Lin WANG ; Jun ZHAO
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(13):1963-1967
Objective To determine the relationship between methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase(MTHFR)C677T,A1298C and multidrug resistance 1(ABCB1)C3435T gene polymorphisms and the adverse reactions of high-dose methotrexate(HD-MTX)in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia(ALL).Methods Blood samples of ALL children treated with HD-MTX chemotherapy were collected,and the polymorphic polymorphism of MTHFR C677T,A1298C and ABCB1 C3435T genes were detected by sequencing method.The adverse drug reactions after MTX chemotherapy were evaluated according to the common adverse drug reaction grading criteria.The relationship between MTHFR C677T,A1298C and ABCB1 C3435T gene polymorphisms and HD-MTX adverse drug reactions was analyzed.Results The risk of MTHFR A1298C AC+CC type hepatic injury(grade 2)was higher than AA type[odds ratio(OR)2.350,95%confidence interval(CI)=1.038-5.320,P<0.05],no correlations were found between MTHFR A1298C and myelosuppression,mucositis,gastrointestinal reaction and acute renal impair(all P>0.05).ABCB1 C3435T CT type hepatic injury(grade 2)was higher than TT type(OR 5.161,95%CI 1.371-19.424,P<0.05),ABCB1 C3435T CC+CT type hepatic injury(grade 2)was higher than TT type(OR 4.231,95%CI 1.165-15.362,P<0.05);no correlations were found between ABCB1 C3435T and myelosuppression,mucositis,gastrointestinal reaction and acute renal impair(all P>0.05).No correlations wre found between MTHFR C677T and HD-MTX adverse drug reactions(all P>0.05).Conclusion When treating ALL with HD-MTX,adverse drug reactions can be predicted by detecting MTHFR A1298C and ABCB1 C3435T genotypes,so as to implement more scientific individualized medication.
10.Epidemiologic characteristics of influenza outbreaks in Shaanxi Province, 2014-2023
Bin CHEN ; Jing XU ; Ping MA ; Ninan HE ; Quan HAO ; Yifan HE ; Pengbo YU ; Xuan FENG ; Lei ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2024;45(8):1120-1125
Objective:To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and pathogen spectrum of influenza outbreaks in Shaanxi Province from 2014 to 2023 and provide basis reference for strengthening regional influenza prevention and control.Methods:The data were collected from the Public Health Emergency Management Information System of the China Disease Prevention and Control Information System and the China Influenza Surveillance Information System. On-site epidemiological investigation information and etiological test results of influenza network laboratories reported in Shaanxi Province during 2014-2023 were collected, and descriptive analysis was conducted on the time, region, and location distribution of influenza outbreaks. SPSS 25.0 software was used for statistical analysis.Results:A total of 386 influenza outbreaks were reported in Shaanxi from 2014 to 2023, with a total attack rate of 1.81% (14 880/821 001). The epidemic peaks mainly occurred in winter and spring (November to March of the following year), and there was an alternating pattern of epidemic peaks in different years (the early peak was in December, and the late peak was in March of the following year). The epidemic areas were mainly concentrated in the Qinba Mountains of southern Shaanxi (209, 54.15%) and Guanzhong Plain (173, 44.82%). The epidemic places were mainly distributed in primary schools (239, 61.92%), and the differences of epidemic areas and places were statistically significant (all P<0.001). Influenza A(H3N2) viruses were the predominant pathogen in the outbreak (849, 57.76%), and influenza A(H3N2), B (Victoria) lineage and A(H1N1)pdm09 virus alternately dominated the epidemic peak in different years. Conclusions:The peak of influenza outbreaks in Shaanxi Province was winter and spring during 2014-2023. Primary schools in the Qinba Mountains of southern Shaanxi and Guanzhong Plain should be targeted for prevention and control. In the prevention and control programs, close attention should be paid to the changing trend of dominant strains. Effective intervention measures should be targeted to the high-incidence areas and seasons.


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