1.Analysis of Animal Models of Primary Dysmenorrhea Based on Clinical Features in Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine
Qinghua WANG ; Yu HUAN ; Shuangling ZHOU ; Ting ZUO ; Mingsan MIAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(17):220-226
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			ObjectiveTo systematically review the modeling methods and analyzes the model alignment with clinical features of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) in both traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and western medicine, providing theoretical and practical guidance for establishing the animal models of PD that better reflect the diagnostic and therapeutic characteristics of both TCM and western medicine. MethodsThe literature on PD animal models was searched against domestic and international databases such as PubMed, CNKI, and Wanfang Data. According to the diagnostic criteria of TCM and western medicine, the modeling methods in the literature were summarized, evaluated for strengths and weaknesses, and systematically assessed for clinical concordance rates to identify suitable reference models. ResultsThe available animal models of PD showed the average clinical concordance rates of 43.64% and 61.27% with the clinical features in TCM and western medicine, respectively. Commonly used modeling methods included estrogen administration, physical stimulation, and surgical intervention, with the estrogen combined with oxytocin model and the ice-water bath model being the most studied. The model of Qi stagnation and blood stasis syndrome that was established with the comprehensive stimulation method demonstrated the highest clinical concordance rate. ConclusionCurrent PD animal models primarily replicate dysmenorrhea and simulate menstruation, but they differ from human menstruation to some extent and cannot fully reflect the pathogenesis and physiological characteristics of PD. Moreover, except the cold coagulation and dampness stagnation syndrome and Qi stagnation and blood stasis syndrome, no animal models for other TCM syndromes have been reported, which limits comprehensive TCM research on this disease to a certain extent. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
2.Analysis of Animal Models of Primary Dysmenorrhea Based on Clinical Features in Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine
Qinghua WANG ; Yu HUAN ; Shuangling ZHOU ; Ting ZUO ; Mingsan MIAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(17):220-226
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			ObjectiveTo systematically review the modeling methods and analyzes the model alignment with clinical features of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) in both traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and western medicine, providing theoretical and practical guidance for establishing the animal models of PD that better reflect the diagnostic and therapeutic characteristics of both TCM and western medicine. MethodsThe literature on PD animal models was searched against domestic and international databases such as PubMed, CNKI, and Wanfang Data. According to the diagnostic criteria of TCM and western medicine, the modeling methods in the literature were summarized, evaluated for strengths and weaknesses, and systematically assessed for clinical concordance rates to identify suitable reference models. ResultsThe available animal models of PD showed the average clinical concordance rates of 43.64% and 61.27% with the clinical features in TCM and western medicine, respectively. Commonly used modeling methods included estrogen administration, physical stimulation, and surgical intervention, with the estrogen combined with oxytocin model and the ice-water bath model being the most studied. The model of Qi stagnation and blood stasis syndrome that was established with the comprehensive stimulation method demonstrated the highest clinical concordance rate. ConclusionCurrent PD animal models primarily replicate dysmenorrhea and simulate menstruation, but they differ from human menstruation to some extent and cannot fully reflect the pathogenesis and physiological characteristics of PD. Moreover, except the cold coagulation and dampness stagnation syndrome and Qi stagnation and blood stasis syndrome, no animal models for other TCM syndromes have been reported, which limits comprehensive TCM research on this disease to a certain extent. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
3.Adolescent anxiety and non-suicidal self-injury behavior: the mediating role of depression and the moderating role of social support
Juexi LI ; Liyuan LI ; Yuxuan GUO ; Xiaoqiang XIAO ; Peiqi TANG ; Ting PU ; Haixi ZUO ; Ting YANG ; Xiaoxia FAN ; Bo ZHOU
Sichuan Mental Health 2025;38(4):357-363
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			BackgroundNon-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) behavior among adolescents has become a global public health concern. Anxiety and depression are considered key factors influencing NSSI behavior, while social support may play a protective role in alleviating emotional and behavioral issues. However, existing research has primarily focused on the direct impact of individual factors on NSSI behavior, with insufficient exploration of the combined effects of anxiety, depression and social support. ObjectiveTo investigate the direct effect of anxiety on NSSI, the mediating role of depression and the moderating role of social support in relationship between anxiety and NSSI behavior, thus to provide references for the prevention and intervention of NSSI behavior among adolescents. MethodsIn February 2022, a total of 40 820 students in grades 7 to 12 across 10 middle schools in a district of Chengdu were selected as participants, and they were assessed using Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale-7 item (GAD-7), Patient's Health Questionnaire Depression Scale-9 item (PHQ-9), Social Support Scale for Urban Students (SSSUS) and Adolescent Self-Harm Scale (ASHS). Pearson correlation analysis was conducted to examine the correlations between scale scores among adolescents with NSSI behaviors. Mediation and moderation analyses were performed using Process 3.5 in SPSS, and the significance was tested with bootstrapping. The interaction was visualized by using simple slope analysis. ResultsAmong 34 534 (84.60%) valid respondents, 542 adolescents (1.57%) reported engaging in NSSI behavior. Significant differences in gender, GAD-7 scores, PHQ-9 scores, and SSSUS scores were observed between NSSI behavior group and non-NSSI group (χ²/t=62.889, 71.120, 94.365, -41.464, P<0.01).Adolesents with NSSI showed positive correlations between GAD-7 scores and both ASHS and PHQ-9 scores (r=0.158, 0.166, P<0.01). PHQ-9 scores were positively correlated with ASHS scores (r=0.364, P<0.01), but negatively correlated with SSSUS scores (r=-0.290, P<0.01). SSSUS scores were negatively correlated with ASHS scores (r=-0.247, P<0.01). Depression partially mediated the relationship between anxiety and NSSI behavior, with an effect size of 0.544 (95% CI: 0.162~0.944), accounting for 35.79% of the total effect. Social support moderated the relationship between depression and NSSI bahavior, with an effect value of -0.082 (95% CI: -0.135~-0.029). ConclusionAnxiety not only directly influences NSSI bahavior among adolescents, also indirectly exacerbates it through depression, while social support mitigates the impact of depression on NSSI behavior. [Funded by Youth Project of National Natural Science Foundation of China (number, 82401812); Project of Health Commission of Sichuan Province (number, 24LCYJPT18)] 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
4.Protective Effect of Liuwei Dihuangwan on Mitochondrial Damage in AD Model of Caenorhabditis Elegans
Jinfeng ZHANG ; Yuliang TONG ; Jiapeng WANG ; Ting SU ; Deping ZHAO ; Hao YU ; Kun ZUO ; Ziyue ZHU ; Meiling JIN ; Ning ZHANG ; Xia LEI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(3):18-25
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			ObjectiveTo investigate the protective effect of the extract of Liuwei Dihuangwan (LW) on mitochondrial damage in the Alzheimer's disease (AD) model of Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans). MethodC. elegans transfected with human β-amyloid protein (Aβ) 1-42 gene was used as an AD model. The rats were divided into blank group, model group, metformin group (50 mmol·L-1), and low, medium, and high dose (1.04, 2.08, 4.16 g·kg-1) LW groups. Behavioral methods were used to observe the sensitivity of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) in nematodes. Western blot was used to detect the expression of Aβ in nematodes. Total ATP content in nematodes was detected by the adenine nucleoside triphosphate (ATP) kit, and mitochondrial membrane potential was detected by the JC-1 method. In addition, the mRNA expression of Aβ expression gene (Amy-1), superoxide dismutase-1 (SOD-1), mitochondrial transcription factor A homologous gene-5 (HMG-5), mitochondrial power-associated protein 1 (DRP1), and mitochondrial mitoprotein 1 (FIS1) was detected by real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). ResultThe extract of LW could reduce the hypersensitivity of the AD model of nematodes to exogenous 5-HT (P<0.05) and delay the AD-like pathological characteristics of hypersensitivity to exogenous 5-HT caused by toxicity from overexpression of Aβ in neurons of the AD model of nematodes. Compared with the blank group, in the model group, the mRNA expression of Aβ protein and Amy-1 increased (P<0.01), and the mRNA expression of SOD-1 and HMG-5 decreased (P<0.01). The mRNA expression of DRP1 and FIS1 increased (P<0.01), and the level of mitochondrial membrane potential decreased (P<0.05). The content of ATP decreased (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, in the positive medicine group and medium and high dose LW groups, the mRNA expression of Aβ protein and Amy-1 decreased (P<0.05,P<0.01), and the mRNA expression of SOD-1 and HMG-5 increased (P<0.01). The mRNA expression of DRP1 decreased (P<0.05,P<0.01), and that of FIS1 decreased (P<0.01). The level of mitochondrial membrane potential increased (P<0.01), and the content of ATP increased (P<0.05,P<0.01). ConclusionThe extract of LW may enhance the antioxidant ability of mitochondria, protect mitochondrial DNA, reduce the fragmentation of mitochondrial division, repair the damaged mitochondria, adjust the mitochondrial membrane potential, restore the level of neuronal ATP, and reduce the neuronal damage caused by Aβ deposition. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
5.An inter-provincial comparative study on the separate payment policy for national medical insurance negotiated drugs in China
Yu-Ting YANG ; Wan-Ci HU ; Gen-Yong ZUO
Chinese Journal of Health Policy 2024;17(1):24-29
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective:This study aims to analyze the provincial policy text of separate payment for National medical insurance negotiated drugs,summarize the key measures and characteristics,and provide reference for the formulation and improvement of separate payment policies in various provinces.Methods:The retrieved policy texts were analyzed by searching the websites of the medical security bureaus of various provinces,municipalities,and autonomous regions.Results:There are differences in the separate payment policies of different provinces in terms of catalogue publishing,catalogue selection,drug management,policy treatment level and policy cohesion.Conclusion:The separate payment policy is the key driver of Joint Reformation for Public Health Services,Medical Insurance,and Medical Production-Circulation.And all provinces should balance the various policy elements of the separate payment catalogue,deal with the control of medical insurance funds and patients'sense of gain,and clarify the relationship between the separate payment policy and support the development of innovative drugs,so as to reduce the obstacles of Joint Reformation for Public Health Services,Medical Insurance,and Medical Production-Circulation.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
6.Effect of peripheral defocus spectacle lenses and orthokeratology lenses on myopia progression control and vision-related quality of life in children
Haitao ZHOU ; Minglong ZUO ; Jia LANG ; Ting SHEN ; Xiaoyan LYU ; Junhui ZHANG ; Yuanyuan WANG
International Eye Science 2024;24(10):1629-1633
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			 AIM:To explore the effect of the peripheral defocus spectacle lenses and orthokeratology(OK)on the control of myopia progression and the impact on vision related quality of life in children and adolescents.METHODS:Prospective study. A total of 237 children initially diagnosed with myopia in the ophthalmology department of Huzhou Central Hospital from January 2021 to January 2022 were selected and divided into two groups according to different correction methods: peripheral defocus spectacle lenses group(105 cases, 105 eyes)and OK lens group(132 cases, 132 eyes). The Vision Related Quality of Life Questionnaire for Primary and Secondary School Students was used to follow up the both groups of myopic children, and the best corrected visual acuity(BCVA), spherical equivalent(SE), and axial length(AL)were recorded at the first visit and 1 a of follow-up.RESULTS:After wearing lenses for 1 a, both the peripheral defocus spectacle lenses group and OK lens group showed an increase in SE and AL, but there was no statistical difference between two groups(P>0.05). The changes in SE and AL in the peripheral defocus spectacle lenses group were greater than those in the OK lens group(all P=0.001). After 1 a of follow-up, in the emotional dimension scores, the peripheral defocus spectacle lenses group of children's vision-related quality of life scales scored higher than in the OK lens group(P<0.05). Compared with the baseline value, the change in the emotional dimension scores of the OK lens group was greater than that in the peripheral defocus spectacle lens group(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:OK lenses are superior to peripheral defocus spectacle lenses in controlling the progression of myopia in children and adolescents. Both correction methods can significantly improve myopic children's vision-related quality of life, with OK lenses being better at improving the emotional dimension of vision-related quality of life. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
7.Analysis of Animal Models of Hepatic Ascites Based on Clinical Evidence Characteristics of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine
Yu HUAN ; Shilei QIN ; Shumei JI ; Shuo NAN ; Yilong HU ; Ting ZUO ; Mingsan MIAO
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(15):200-205
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Hepatic ascites is one of the common and difficult complications in the decompensated stage of liver cirrhosis, and its incidence is increasing. In clinical practice, the prognosis of patients with hepatic ascites after surgery is worse, and the disease is recurrent. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has certain advantages in treating hepatic ascites. However, there is no uniform standard for the preparation of animal models of hepatic ascites in accordance with TCM evidence. Therefore, this paper summarized the literature on animal models of hepatic ascites and analyzed the existing animal models of hepatic ascites based on the clinical diagnostic criteria of hepatic ascites in TCM and western medicine. The results show that the commonly used modeling methods for hepatic ascites mainly include the single-factor method, composite factor induction method, surgical method, and immunization method. Most of them are guided by western medicine theories, and their pathogenic mechanisms are mostly consistent with those of western medicine and are different from TCM evidence. Therefore, it is suggested that TCM intervening factors should be imposed in the process of model preparation, so as to prepare an animal model of hepatic ascites that meets the clinical evidence characteristics of TCM and western medicine. 
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
8.High expression of ATP5A1 in gastric carcinoma is correlated with a poor prognosis and enhanced glucose metabolism in tumor cells
Jingjing YANG ; Lixia YIN ; Ting DUAN ; Minzhu NIU ; Zhendong HE ; Xinrui CHEN ; Xiaofeng ZHANG ; Jing LI ; Zhijun GENG ; Lugen ZUO
Journal of Southern Medical University 2024;44(5):974-980
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective To analyze the expression level of ATP5A1 in gastric carcinoma and its influence on the prognosis of the patients and glucose metabolism in the tumor cells.Methods We retrospectively analyzed the data of 115 patients undergoing radical resection of gastric carcinoma in our hospital from February,2013 to November,2016.ATP5A1 expression in the surgical specimens were detected using immunohistochemistry,and the long-term prognosis of the patients with high(n=58)and low ATP5A1 expression(n=57)were analyzed.In gastric carcinoma MGC803 cells,the effects of lentivirus-mediated ATP5A1 knockdown or overexpression on glucose metabolism were investigated.We also observed the growth and glucose metabolism of xenografts derived from MGC803 cells with ATP5A1 knockdown or overexpression in nude mice.Results ATP5A1 was significantly overexpressed in gastric carcinoma tissues in close correlation with blood CEA and CA19-9 levels,pathological grade,T stage and N stage(P<0.05).ATP5A1 overexpression was an independent risk factor for a significantly lowered 5-year survival rate of patients with gastric carcinoma(P<0.05).ROC curve analysis demonstrated the predictive value of high ATP5A1 expression for the patients'prognosis(P<0.001).In MGC803 cells,ATP5A1 overexpression significantly up-regulated cellular glucose uptake and lactate production and increased the protein levels of HK2,PFK1,and LDHA(P<0.05),while ATP5A1 knockdown produced the opposite changes(P<0.05).In the tumor-bearing mice,overexpression of ATP5A1 increased glucose metabolism of the tumor cells and promoted tumor growth(P<0.05).Overexpression of ATP5A1 promoted the expressions of p-JNK and p-JUN in MGC803 cells(P<0.05),and the JNK inhibitor SP600125 significantly inhibited the enhancement of cellular glucose metabolism induced by ATP5A1 overexpression(P<0.05).Conclusion High ATP5A1 expression in gastric cancer is associated a poor long-term prognosis of the patients,and its effect is mediated at least partly by promoting glucose metabolism of the cells through the JNK/JUN pathway.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
9.Histopathological changes in secondary visual cortex and enhanced calcium activity in neurons being involved in microwave radiation-induced anxiety-like behavior
Zhihua FENG ; Ting PAN ; Ganghua HE ; Chenxu CHANG ; Zhilin CUI ; Meiying YANG ; Yanhui HAO ; Fengsong LIU ; Yang LI ; Hongyan ZUO
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2024;44(6):464-471
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective:To clarify the effects of microwave radiation on anxiety-like behavior, the histomorphology of the secondary visual cortex, and calcium activity in neurons.Methods:36 C57BL/6N mice were selected and divided into control group and microwave radiation group according to the random number table method. In the simple behavioral testing, there were 8 mice in the control group and 7 mice in the radiation group. Combining fiber optic recording with behavioral experiments, there were 8 mice in the control group and 7 mice in the radiation group. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was conducted with 3 mice in each group. A high-power microwave simulated source in the X-band with a center frequency of 9.875 GHz and an average power density of 12 mW/cm 2 was used to irradiate the mice for 15 minutes, establishing a microwave radiation animal model. Then, anxiety-like behavior changes in the radiation group were identified using the open-field and elevated plus maze (EPM) tests. The effects of microwave radiation on the histomorphology of the secondary visual cortex were investigated using HE staining and optical microscopy. Based on the genetically encoded calcium imaging technique, as well as optical fiber recording combined with behavioral paradigms in the open field and the EPM, the changes of calcium activity in neurons in the V2M region of the secondary visual cortex were detected. Results:Compared to the control group, the radiation group showed a significant decrease in the frequency of exploring the central region of the open field and the open arm of the EPM ( t = 2.24, 3.10, P < 0.05). Furthermore, the radiation group exhibited the degeneration and apoptosis of some neurons in the secondary visual cortex, primarily manifested as pyknosis and deep staining, cell body shrinkage, and the slightly widening of perivascular space. Fiber optic recordings and behavioral experiments indicated that compared to the control group, mice in the radiation group exhibited significantly increased calcium activities in neurons of the secondary visual cortex when exploring the central region of the open field ( t = -2.75, P < 0.05) or the open arm of the EPM ( t = -2.77, -3.41, P < 0.05) compared to those before radiation after microwave exposure. Conclusions:Microwave radiation can induce anxiety-like behaviors and histopathological changes in the secondary visual cortex. Increased calcium activity in neurons of the secondary visual cortex is proved to be an important mechanism underlying the changes in anxiety-like behavior due to microwave radiation.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
10.Clinical trial of sacubitril/valsartan sodium on the patients with heart failure in acute myocardial infarction after PCI
Jie-Ting NIU ; Wen-Juan WANG ; Li ZHAO ; Liang-Liang ZUO ; Qian-Qian GU
The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2024;40(2):160-164
		                        		
		                        			
		                        			Objective To investigate the effect of sakubatrotril and valsartan in the treatment of heart failure after percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI)for acute myocardial infarction(AMI).Methods AMI patients who received PCI were randomly divided into treatment group and control group.Both groups were given routine basic treatment such as anti-platelet aggregation,lipidregulation,β-blocker and diuretic tolasemide,while the control group was given enalapril maleate tablet(5 mg,bid).The treatment group was given sacubactril valsartan sodium tablets(5 mg,bid)in addition to basic treatment.The clinical efficacy,myocardial injury markers,cardiac function,ventricular remodeling indexes,vascular endothelial function and cardiovascular adverse events(MACEs)were compared between the two groups.Results The treatment group and the control group were enrolled in 40 patients.After 3 months of treatment,the total effective rate of the treatment group was 95.00%and that of the control group was 80.00%.The difference between the total effective rate of the treatment group and the control group was statistically significant(P<0.05).After 3 months of treatment,the levels of creatine kinase isoenzyme(CK-MB)in treatment group and control group were(30.23±5.28)and(36.58±7.05)U·L-1,respectively;cardiac troponin Ⅰ(cTnⅠ)were(1.04±0.18)and(1.25±0.31)ng·mL-1,respectively;left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF)were(40.29±6.32)%and(34.39±5.62)%,and endothelium-dependent diastolic function(FMD)were(15.72±2.83)%and(9.55±2.05)%,respectively;nitric oxide(NO)levels were(47.41±5.85)and(41.28±3.37)μmol·L-1;endothelin-1(ET-1)was(70.53±8.29)and(83.62±10.11)ng·L-1,respectively.Compared with the control group,the above indexes in treatment groups were statistically significant(all P<0.05).The incidence of MACEs was 10.00%in treatment group and 25.00%in control group,with no statistical significance(P>0.05).After 3 months of treatment,the incidence of adverse drug reactions in AMI patients in treatment group was 12.50%,and that in control group was 17.50%.There was no statistical significance in the incidence of adverse drug reactions in treatment group compared with control group(P>0.05).Conclusion Sacubactril valsartan can effectively prevent ventricular remodeling and improve vascular endothelial function in patients with heart failure after PCI.
		                        		
		                        		
		                        		
		                        	
            
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