1.Determination of Isobutyl Chloroformate Residue in Agatroban by Derivatization-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry
Chong QIAN ; Bo-Kai MA ; Chuang NIU ; Shan-Shan LIU ; Wen-Wen HUANG ; Xin-Lei GOU ; Wei WANG ; Mei ZHANG ; Xue-Li CAO
Chinese Journal of Analytical Chemistry 2024;52(1):113-120
A derivatizaton method combined with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry(GC-MS)was established for detection of isobutyl chloroformate(IBCF)residue in active pharmaceutical ingredient of agatroban.The extraction and derivatization reagents,derivatization time,qualitative and quantitative ions were selected and optimized,respectively.The possible mechanism of derivatization and characteristic fragment ions fragmentation were speculated.The agatroban samples were dissolved and extracted by methanol,and the residual IBCF was derived with methanol to generate methyl isobutyl carbonate(MIBCB).After 24 h static derivatization at room temperature,IBCF was completely transformed into MIBCB,which could be used to indirectly detect IBCF accurately.The results showed that the linearity of this method was good in the range of 25-500 ng/mL(R2=0.9999).The limit of detection(LOD,S/N=3)was 0.75 μg/g,and the limit of quantification(LOQ,S/N=10)was 2.50 μg/g.Good recoveries(95.2%-97.8%)and relative standard deviations(RSDs)less than 3.1%(n=6)were obtained from agatroban samples at three spiked levels of IBCF(2.50,25.00,50.00 μg/g),which showed good accuracy of this method.Good precision of detection results was obtained by different laboratory technicians at different times,the mean value of spiked sample solution(25.00 μg/g)was 24.28 μg/g,and the RSD was 2.1%(n=12).The durability was good,minor changes of detection conditions had little effect on the results.Under the original condition and conditions with initial column temperature±5℃,heating rate±2℃/min,column flow rate±0.1 mL/min,the IBCF content of spiked sample solution(25.00 μg/g)was detected,the mean value of detection results was 24.16 μg/g,and the RSD was 2.2%(n=7).Eight batches of agatroban samples from two manufacturers were detected using the established method,and the results showed that no IBCF residue was detected in any of these samples.The agatroban samples could be dissolved by methanol,and then the IBCF residue could be simultaneously extracted and derived with methanol as well.This detection method had the advantages of simple operation,high sensitivity,low matrix effect and accurate quantification,which provided a new effective method for detection of IBCF residue in agatroban.
2.Visualization Analysis of Artificial Intelligence Literature in Forensic Research
Yi-Ming DONG ; Chun-Mei ZHAO ; Nian-Nian CHEN ; Li LUO ; Zhan-Peng LI ; Li-Kai WANG ; Xiao-Qian LI ; Ting-Gan REN ; Cai-Rong GAO ; Xiang-Jie GUO
Journal of Forensic Medicine 2024;40(1):1-14
Objective To analyze the literature on artificial intelligence in forensic research from 2012 to 2022 in the Web of Science Core Collection Database,to explore research hotspots and developmen-tal trends.Methods A total of 736 articles on artificial intelligence in forensic medicine in the Web of Science Core Collection Database from 2012 to 2022 were visualized and analyzed through the litera-ture measuring tool CiteSpace.The authors,institution,country(region),title,journal,keywords,cited references and other information of relevant literatures were analyzed.Results A total of 736 articles published in 220 journals by 355 authors from 289 institutions in 69 countries(regions)were identi-fied,with the number of articles published showing an increasing trend year by year.Among them,the United States had the highest number of publications and China ranked the second.Academy of Forensic Science had the highest number of publications among the institutions.Forensic Science Inter-national,Journal of Forensic Sciences,International Journal of Legal Medicine ranked high in publica-tion and citation frequency.Through the analysis of keywords,it was found that the research hotspots of artificial intelligence in the forensic field mainly focused on the use of artificial intelligence technol-ogy for sex and age estimation,cause of death analysis,postmortem interval estimation,individual identification and so on.Conclusion It is necessary to pay attention to international and institutional cooperation and to strengthen the cross-disciplinary research.Exploring the combination of advanced ar-tificial intelligence technologies with forensic research will be a hotspot and direction for future re-search.
3.Toxicokinetics of MDMA and Its Metabolite MDA in Rats
Wei-Guang YU ; Qiang HE ; Zheng-Di WANG ; Cheng-Jun TIAN ; Jin-Kai WANG ; Qian ZHENG ; Fei REN ; Chao ZHANG ; You-Mei WANG ; Peng XU ; Zhi-Wen WEI ; Ke-Ming YUN
Journal of Forensic Medicine 2024;40(1):37-42
Objective To investigate the toxicokinetic differences of 3,4-methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine(MDMA)and its metabolite 4,5-methylene dioxy amphetamine(MDA)in rats af-ter single and continuous administration of MDMA,providing reference data for the forensic identifica-tion of MDMA.Methods A total of 24 rats in the single administration group were randomly divided into 5,10 and 20 mg/kg experimental groups and the control group,with 6 rats in each group.The ex-perimental group was given intraperitoneal injection of MDMA,and the control group was given intraperi-toneal injection of the same volume of normal saline as the experimental group.The amount of 0.5 mL blood was collected from the medial canthus 5 min,30 min,1 h,1.5 h,2 h,4 h,6 h,8 h,10 h,12 h after administration.In the continuous administration group,24 rats were randomly divided into the experi-mental group(18 rats)and the control group(6 rats).The experimental group was given MDMA 7 d by continuous intraperitoneal injection in increments of 5,7,9,11,13,15,17 mg/kg per day,respectively,while the control group was given the same volume of normal saline as the experimental group by in-traperitoneal injection.On the eighth day,the experimental rats were randomly divided into 5,10 and 20 mg/kg dose groups,with 6 rats in each group.MDMA was injected intraperitoneally,and the con-trol group was injected intraperitoneally with the same volume of normal saline as the experimental group.On the eighth day,0.5 mL of blood was taken from the medial canthus 5 min,30 min,1 h,1.5 h,2 h,4 h,6 h,8 h,10 h,12 h after administration.Liquid chromatography-triple quadrupole tandem mass spectrometry was used to detect MDMA and MDA levels,and statistical software was employed for data analysis.Results In the single-administration group,peak concentrations of MDMA and MDA were reached at 5 min and 1 h after administration,respectively,with the largest detection time limit of 12 h.In the continuous administration group,peak concentrations were reached at 30 min and 1.5 h af-ter administration,respectively,with the largest detection time limit of 10 h.Nonlinear fitting equations for the concentration ratio of MDMA and MDA in plasma and administration time in the single-administration group and continuous administration group were as follows:T=10.362C-1.183,R2=0.974 6;T=7.397 3C-0.694,R2=0.961 5(T:injection time;C:concentration ratio of MDMA to MDA in plasma).Conclusions The toxicokinetic data of MDMA and its metabolite MDA in rats,obtained through single and continuous administration,including peak concentration,peak time,detection time limit,and the relationship between concentration ratio and administration time,provide a theoretical and data foundation for relevant forensic identification.
4.A retrospective analysis of pathological features of papillary thyroid carcinoma with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
Liyuan SHI ; Qian YUAN ; Mengge ZHU ; Chonggao WANG ; Xu CHEN ; Moyan SUN ; Kai LU
Chinese Journal of Endocrine Surgery 2024;18(1):69-73
Objective:To analyze and compare the pathological data characteristics of patients with simple papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) and PTC combined with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT), so as to provide clinical treatment ideas.Methods:A retrospective analysis was performed on the medical records of 326 PTC patients who met the requirements and underwent surgical treatment in the Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, Nanjing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine from Jan. 2020 to May. 2022. There were 81 males and 245 females. They were divided into PTC group and HT-PTC group, according to whether they were combined with HT. Clinical data were collected and organized. The collection indicators included patient gender, age, body mass index (BMI), five preoperative thyroid function items including free triiodothyronine (FT3), free thyroxine (FT4), triiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), BRAF gene mutation, single or bilateral lesions, single or multiple lesions, largest postoperative pathological tumor lesions diameter, cervical lymph node metastasis (LNM) status, etc. At the same time, all patients were divided into CLNM group and no CLNM group according to CLNM status. The two groups were compared in terms of gender, age ≥55 years old, whether combined with HT, number of lesions, unilateral and bilateral, extraglandular invasion, microcarcinoma, and BRAF gene. Statistical software was used to analyze the results. t test, χ2 test, and logistic regression analysis were adopted. P<0.05 indicates that the difference is statistically significant. Results:The proportion of female patients in both groups was higher, and the proportion of female patients in the HT-PTC group (90/100, 90%) was higher than that in the PTC group (155/226, 69.59%). HT-PTC patients were younger than patients in the PTC group (43.03±12.72 vs. 43.70±12.63) years old, and their TSH (2.71±1.69 vs. 2.02±1.46) uIU/mL was higher. The differences were statistically significant (all P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences in BMI, FT3, FT4, T3, or T4 (all P>0.05). The HT-PTC group had a lower proportion of BRAF gene mutations [87/100 (87%) vs. 212/226 (93.8%) ], a smaller maximum tumor diameter (1.06±0.73 vs. 1.32±0.97 cm), and a lower proportion of CLNM [37 /100 (37%) vs. 118/226 (52.2%) ]. The number of LNMs with metastasis is less (3.33±2.21 vs. 4.76±4.00), and it was more likely to be multifocal [44/100 (44%) vs. 73/226 (32.74%) ]. All differences were statistically significant (all P<0.05), and the differences in bilateral gland lobes involvement and extra-glandular invasion were not statistically significant. When accompanied by CLNM, gender (male vs. female) [55/100 (35.45%/64.52%) vs. 26/145 (15.2%/84.85%) ], age ≥ 55 years (yes vs. no) [21/134 (13.55) %/86.45%) vs. 50/121 (29.24%/70.76%) ], HT (yes vs. no) [37/118 (23.87%/76.13%) vs. 63/108 (36.84%/63.16%), number of lesions (single focus vs. multiple focus) [90/65 (41.94%/50.06%) vs. 119/52 (69.59%/30.41%) ], microcarcinoma (yes vs. no) [83/72 (53.55%/45.45%) vs. 139/32 (81.29%/18.71%) ] and extraglandular invasion (with vs. without) [38/117 (24.52%/75.48%) vs. 27/144 (17.42%/84.21%) ] had statistics significance (both P<0.05). There was no statistical significance in bilateral lesion involvement or BRAF gene mutation (all P>0.05). Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that age, microcarcinoma, HT, gender, and number of lesions were independent risk factors for CLNM, and male gender and multifocal cancer were risk factors for CLNM. Age ≥55 years, microcarcinoma, and combined HT were negatively associated with CLNM. Conclusions:HT may promote the occurrence of PTC, but can inhibit its development. In the short term, patients with HT can have a better prognosis than those with simple PTC.
5.Establishment and evaluation of induced model of meibomian gland dysfunction in rats through eyeliner tattoo
Fen HU ; He WANG ; Kai ZHAO ; Shuwen CHEN ; Qiuchen LU ; Qian LIU ; Mingxin LI
International Eye Science 2024;24(8):1200-1206
AIM:To establish a model of meibomian gland dysfunction in rats induced by eyeliner tattoo and investigate its potential mechanisms.METHODS:A total of 40 SD rats were selected, with 30 randomly chosen to have eyeliner tattoo applied their right eyes and designated as the eyeliner group. The remaining 10 rats were not given any treatment and served as the normal group. The corneal morphology of both groups was observed using a slit lamp at 1, 2, and 4 wk after establishment, and the tear film break-up time(BUT), Schirmer I test(SIt), corneal fluorescein staining score, and corneal irregularity score were calculated. The corneal Placido rings were examined using an ocular surface analyzer, and the corneal tissue structures of both groups were observed under a confocal microscope. After 4 wk and completion of clinical indicator recording, the eyeballs and upper and lower eyelid tissues were taken for pathological examination. The meibomian gland structures were observed through HE staining, the conjunctival goblet cells were observed using PAS staining, and the lipid droplets were observed with ORO staining.RESULTS:The slit lamp examination results showed that the eyeliner group rats exhibited in situ black pigmentation in the eyelids, with no eyelid deformation or scarring. The corneal epithelium was rough, with positive fluorescein staining, presenting as spotty staining that worsened over time. Compared with the normal group, the BUT was significantly shortened, tear secretion volume was significantly decreased, and the corneal fluorescein staining score and corneal irregularity score were significantly increased at 1, 2, and 4 wk after modeling in the eyeliner group(all P<0.01). The corneal confocal microscopy results showed a decrease in corneal epithelial cells in the eyeliner group, with the appearance of abnormally bright cells, and inflammatory cell infiltration visible in the stromal layer. The ORO staining results revealed a decrease in lipid droplets in the eyeliner group, showing a downward trend with increasing observation time. The HE staining results showed that pigment blocked the meibomian gland openings in the eyeliner group, and the density of meibomian gland acini showed a downward trend over time. The PAS staining results showed a decreasing trend in the number of PAS-positive cells in the eyeliner group.CONCLUSION:Eyeliner tattoo can induce meibomian gland dysfunction, and the blockage of meibomian gland openings caused by the pigment particles used may be an important cause of meibomian gland dysfunction.
6.Effects of Chrysanthemi Flos on blood pressure of spontaneously hypertensive rats based on its antioxidant activity in vitro and in vivo
Xin LU ; Liu-Ji ZHANG ; Kai-Yan LI ; Wan-Qian TU ; Jian-Xia WANG
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(4):564-568
Objective To study the effects of Chrysanthemum Flos on blood pressure of spontaneously hypertensive rats(SHR)and evaluate its antioxidant activity in vitro and in vivo.Methods SHR were randomly divided into model,control and experimental-L,-H groups with 10 rats per group,and 10 WKY rats as blank group.Experimental-H,-L groups were given 2.10 and 0.525 g·kg-1 Chrysanthemum Flos extract by gavage;control group received 5.25 mg·kg-1 losartan by gavage;blank and model groups were given the same volume of 0.9%NaCl solution by gavage.Rats in each group were gavaged once a day for 8 weeks.After 8 weeks of continuous intragastric administration,the systolic blood pressure(SBP)and diastolic blood pressure(DBP)were observed.The contents of catalase(CAT),superoxide dismutase(SOD),glutathione peroxidase(GSH)and malondialdehyde(MDA)in serum were measured with kit colorimetry method.The in vitro free radical scavenging rates of Chrysanthemum Flos extract were detected by 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH)and 2,2'-amino-di(2-ethyl-benzothiazoline sulphonic acid-6)ammonium salt(ABTS)methods.Results The SBP of blank,model,control and experimental-H,-L groups were(132.00±2.45),(204.00±4.55),(171.00±2.16),(181.00±3.74)and(184.67±4.78)mmHg;the DBP were(73.33±4.03),(175.67±3.40),(120.33±0.94),(125.33±2.87)and(125.67±2.36)mmHg;the contents of serum CAT were(9.24±3.99),(8.40±2.98),(9.24±2.42),(8.59±2.70)and(8.49±1.47)U·mL-1;the contents of serum SOD were(122.40±12.30),(75.30±28.37),(125.39±31.35),(110.92±26.14)and(103.37±22.31)U·mL-1;the contents of serum GSH were(117.93±10.18),(78.29±23.68),(118.57±26.08),(109.89±20.52)and(98.73±14.71)U·mL-1;the contents of serum MDA were(8.36±2.08),(8.45±3.38),(8.22±3.04),(7.09±3.21)and(7.24±3.32)nmol·L 1,respectively.Compared with model group,the differences of above indicators in control group and experimental-H,-L groups were statistically significant(P<0.05,P<0.01).Chrysanthemum Flos extract showed certain free radical scavenging ability in vitro.The highest scavenging rates of DPPH and ABTS were 90.29%and 92.67%,respectively.Conclusion Chrysanthemum Flos extract had good antihypertensive activity.The antioxidation ability might be its antihypertensive mechanisms.
7.Clinical trial of midazolam and propofol in the treatment of elderly patients undergoing mechanical ventilation after cardiopulmonary bypass cardiac surgery
En-Gang WU ; Sheng-Jun DONG ; Ning GAI ; Bao-Hui LIU ; Dian-Xiao LIU ; Feng WANG ; Kai-Qiang YANG ; Qian-Qian WANG
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(7):963-967
Objective To analyze the influence of midazolam and propofol on sedation effect and blood gas indicators in elderly patients undergoing mechanical ventilation after cardiopulmonary bypass(CPB)cardiac surgery.Methods The elderly patients with mechanical ventilation after CPB cardiac surgery were grouped according to cohort method,including midazolam group(group M),propofol group(group P)and midazolam-propofol combined administration group(group M-P).Group M was treated with midazolam(intravenous injection of 0.05-0.10 mg kg-1 midazolam for sedation induction,and then continuously intravenous injection of 0.05-0.15 mg·kg-1·h-1 midazolam by micropump),and group P was treated with propofol(intravenous injection of 0.5 mg·kg-1 propofol for sedation induction,and then continuously intravenous injection of 0.5-2.0 mg·kg-1·h-1 propofol by micropump),and group M-P was given combined administration of midazolam and propofol(intravenous injection of 0.02-0.05 mg·kg-1 midazolam and 0.2-0.5 mg·kg-1 propofol for sedation induction and then continuously intravenous pump of 0.05-0.1 mg·kg-1 midazolam and 0.5-0.8 mg·kg·h-1 propofol).The sedation effect,blood gas indicators,hemodynamic indicators,extubation time,intensive care unit(ICU)stay time and treatment cost were compared among the three groups,and the adverse drug reactions during sedation therapy were recorded.Results There were 43 cases in group M,44 cases in group P,39 cases in group M-P.The drug onset times in groups M,P and M-P were(77.94±12.05),(18.18±5.20)and(21.25±9.36)s;the times to achieve satisfactory sedation effect were(42.57±11.41),(22.63±8.17)and(23.98±10.25)min;the recovery times after withdrawal were(59.30±14.86),(19.83±5.44)and(22.16±6.29)min;the extubation times were(1.61±0.20),(1.45±0.22)and(1.37±0.15)d;the ICU stay times were(2.17±0.29),(1.91±0.36)and(1.84±0.25)d;the treatment costs were(186.59±60.83),(922.97±164.34)and(375.03±71.16)thousand yuan;and the total incidence rates of adverse drug reactions were 34.88%,4.55%and 7.69%respectively,all with significant difference(all P<0.05).There were no statistically significant differences in mean arterial pressure(MAP),heart rate(HR),oxygen saturation(SpO2),partial pressure of oxygen(PaO2),partial pressure of carbon dioxide(PaCO2)at T0,T1,T2,T3 and T4 among the three groups(all P>0.05).Conclusion Combined administration of midazolam and propofol in elderly patients underwent mechanical ventilation after CPB cardiac surgery has a significant sedation effect,and it is conducive to reducing the dosages of sedative drugs,and it has small impact on blood gas indicators and hemodynamic indicators of patients.Compared with midazolam alone,it is more beneficial to shortening the extubation time and ICU stay and reducing the total incidence rate of adverse drug reactions,and compared with propofol alone,it is more beneficial to reducing treatment cost,and is a more ideal sedation administration model.
8.Mechanism research progress of traditional Chinese medicine intervening in lung cancer by regulating p53 signaling pathway
Qian MA ; Ya LI ; Yizhao MA ; Kai CHEN ; Yuanyuan WANG ; Hailong ZHANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(11):1403-1407
Lung cancer, the most common malignant tumor, is characterized by a complex pathogenesis and high malignancy, and poses a significant threat to the health and lives of affected individuals. p53 signaling pathway plays a crucial role in the progression of lung cancer and is considered one of the potential targets for targeted therapy. In recent years, multiple studies have indicated that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can exert anticancer effects by modulating the p53 signaling pathway. Based on this, this article systematically summarizes the current status and progress of research on TCM intervening in lung cancer by regulating p53 signaling pathway. It was found that TCM formula and preparations, such as Qingjin desheng tablet, Tiaoqi xiaoji decoction, Bufei tongluo jiedu formula, Jianpi bushen formula and Yiqi fuzheng jiedu formula, can promote autophagy and apoptosis of lung cancer cells, inhibit the growth and metastasis of lung cancer cells and strengthen the immune function of the body by activating p53 signaling pathway, thereby inhibiting lung cancer. TCM monomers, such as pseudoginsenoside-Rh2, saikosaponin D, polyphyllin Ⅶ, dendrobiine, sophoridine, gambogic acid, triptolide and triptolide succinate monoester YJ-4, can accelerate cell apoptosis, inhibit the proliferation of lung cancer cells and regulate cell cycle by activating p53 signaling pathway, thereby inhibiting lung cancer.
9.Mechanism research progress of traditional Chinese medicine intervening in lung cancer by regulating p53 signaling pathway
Qian MA ; Ya LI ; Yizhao MA ; Kai CHEN ; Yuanyuan WANG ; Hailong ZHANG
China Pharmacy 2024;35(11):1403-1407
Lung cancer, the most common malignant tumor, is characterized by a complex pathogenesis and high malignancy, and poses a significant threat to the health and lives of affected individuals. p53 signaling pathway plays a crucial role in the progression of lung cancer and is considered one of the potential targets for targeted therapy. In recent years, multiple studies have indicated that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can exert anticancer effects by modulating the p53 signaling pathway. Based on this, this article systematically summarizes the current status and progress of research on TCM intervening in lung cancer by regulating p53 signaling pathway. It was found that TCM formula and preparations, such as Qingjin desheng tablet, Tiaoqi xiaoji decoction, Bufei tongluo jiedu formula, Jianpi bushen formula and Yiqi fuzheng jiedu formula, can promote autophagy and apoptosis of lung cancer cells, inhibit the growth and metastasis of lung cancer cells and strengthen the immune function of the body by activating p53 signaling pathway, thereby inhibiting lung cancer. TCM monomers, such as pseudoginsenoside-Rh2, saikosaponin D, polyphyllin Ⅶ, dendrobiine, sophoridine, gambogic acid, triptolide and triptolide succinate monoester YJ-4, can accelerate cell apoptosis, inhibit the proliferation of lung cancer cells and regulate cell cycle by activating p53 signaling pathway, thereby inhibiting lung cancer.
10.Heme oxygenase 1 linked to inactivation of subchondral osteoclasts in osteoarthritis
CHU MIAO ; CHEN GUANGDONG ; CHEN KAI ; ZHU PENGFEI ; WANG ZHEN ; QIAN ZHONGLAI ; TAO HUAQIANG ; XU YAOZENG ; GENG DECHUN
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B 2024;25(6):513-528,中插3-中插9
Osteoarthritis(OA)is a chronic progressive osteoarthropathy in the elderly.Osteoclast activation plays a crucial role in the occurrence of subchondral bone loss in early OA.However,the specific mechanism of osteoclast differentiation in OA remains unclear.In our study,gene expression profiles related to OA disease progression and osteoclast activation were screened from the Gene Expression Omnibus(GEO)repository.GEO2R and Funrich analysis tools were employed to find differentially expressed genes(DEGs).Gene Ontology(GO)and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG)enrichment analyses demonstrated that chemical carcinogenesis,reactive oxygen species(ROS),and response to oxidative stress were mainly involved in osteoclast differentiation in OA subchondral bone.Furthermore,fourteen DEGs that are associated with oxidative stress were identified.The first ranked differential gene,heme oxygenase 1(HMOX1),was selected for further validation.Related results showed that osteoclast activation in the pathogenesis of OA subchondral bone is accompanied by the downregulation of HMOX1.Carnosol was revealed to inhibit osteoclastogenesis by targeting HMOX1 and upregulating the expression of antioxidant protein in vitro.Meanwhile,carnosol was found to alleviate the severity of OA by inhibiting the activation of subchondral osteoclasts in vivo.Our research indicated that the activation of osteoclasts due to subchondral bone redox dysplasia may serve as a significant pathway for the advancement of OA.Targeting HMOX1 in subchondral osteoclasts may offer novel insights for the treatment of early OA.

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