1.Herbal Textual Research on Bletillae Rhizoma in Famous Classical Formulas
Dan ZHAO ; Tao ZHOU ; Chaolei LUO ; Dewei GAN ; Lingling LIU ; Chuanzhi KANG ; Zhikun WU ; Xu LI ; Yan FU ; Guoqiong CAO ; Yongping ZHANG ; Chenghong XIAO ; Zhilai ZHAN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(4):77-88
In order to provide basic information for the utilization and development of famous classical formulas containing Bletillae Rhizoma, this article systematically analyzes the historical evolution of the name, origin, harvesting and processing of Bletillae Rhizoma by reviewing the ancient materia medica, prescription books, medical books and modern literature. The research results showed that Baiji(白及) was the main name, some scholars took Baiji(白芨) as its main name, and there were many other names such as Baiji(白给), Baigen(白根), Baiji(白苙). The mainstream source of Bletillae Rhizoma was the tubers of Bletilla striata, and drying, large, white, solid, root-free and skin removed completely were the good quality standards. With the promotion of wild to cultivated medicinal materials, there were certain differences between their traits, and the quality evaluation indexes should be adjusted accordingly. The origin of records in the past dynasties was widely distributed, with Guizhou and Sichuan having high production and good quality in modern times. The harvesting period is mostly in spring and autumn, and harvested in autumn was better. The processing and processing technology is relatively simple, and it was used fresh or powdered in past dynasties, while it is mainly sliced for raw use in modern times. Based on the results, it is suggested that the tubers of Bletilla striata of Orchidaceae should be used in the famous classical formulas, and it should be uniformly written as Baiji(白及). And if the original formula indicates the requirement of processing, it should be operated according to the requirement, if the requirement of processing is not indicated, it can be used in raw form as medicine.
2.Analysis of Specific Chromatogram of Classical Formula Qianghuo Shengshi Tang Reference Samples
Wenya GAO ; He XU ; Mingli LI ; Haiyu ZHAO ; Yanyan ZHOU ; Hongjie WANG ; Jian YANG ; Xiaolu WEI ; Zhikun FAN ; Nan SI ; Baolin BIAN
Chinese Journal of Modern Applied Pharmacy 2024;41(10):1350-1356
OBJECTIVE
To establish the specific chromatogram of Qianghuo Shengshi Tang(QHSS) reference sample, clarify the key quality attributes of QHSS, providing reference for the quality evaluation of QHSS reference sample.
METHODS
The SilGreen C18 column(4.6 mm×250 mm, 5 μm) was used. The mobile phase consisted acetonitrile and 0.2% formic acid aqueous solution. The detection wavelength was 328 nm. Established an HPLC characteristic spectrum analysis method for the reference sample of QHSS. A variety of chromatographic columns and different instruments were applied to investigate the adaptability of the system. HPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS was used to identify the specific peaks of the QHSS reference samples in positive ion mode.
RESULTS
There were 14 peaks in the specific chromatogram, which belonged to Notopterygii Rhizoma Et Radix, Angelicae Pubescentis Radix, Ligustici Rhizoma Et Radix, Chuanxiong Rhizome, Viticis Fructus, respectively. Ferulic acid(peak 3) was reference peak. A total of 22 compounds were identified by mass spectrometry, including coumarin and flavonoids.
CONCLUSION
The established specific chromatogram method of QHSS is simple, stable and reproducible. The material basis of QHSS reference sample is basically determined, providing a reference for the development and quality control of QHSS.
3.Construction of a microvascular invasion risk scoring model for hepatocellular carcinoma based on preoperative data
Bijing DONG ; Li WANG ; Zhikun LIU
China Modern Doctor 2024;62(4):38-42
Objective Microvascular invasion(MVI)risk scoring model was established based on the preoperative data of hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)patients.Methods The clinical data of 1153 HCC patients who underwent hepatectomy in Hangzhou First People's Hospital from January 2000 to December 2021 were retrospectively analyzed.Random sampling method was used to divide the samples into modeling group(n=864)and verification group(n=289)at a ratio of 3:1.The modeling group used Logistic regression analysis model to explore the independent risk factors of MVI and established a prediction model accordingly.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve and correction curve were drawn to evaluate the predictive ability and performance of the risk model.Results The incidence of MVI was 24.1%(208/864)in modeling group.Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that alpha-fetoprotein(AFP)>160ng/ml and total tumor volume(TTV)>30cm3 were independent risk factors for MVI(P<0.05).The total score of risk scoring model was 6 points,0-1 was classified as low risk,2-3 was classified as medium risk,and 4-6 was classified as high risk.The model predicted that the area under the curve(AUC)of MVI was 0.714 in modeling group and 0.731 in verification group.The calibration diagram showed that the prediction model had good performance.Conclusion The MVI risk prediction model for HCC patients based on TTV and AFP is simple and easy to use,which is conducive to preoperative treatment decision-making and doctor-patient communication.
4.Clinical Manifestations,Molecular Genetics and Gonadal Pathology of 416 Patients with Disorders of Sex Development:A Single-Center Cohort Study
Wanjun LIN ; Cuili LIANG ; Wen FU ; Liyu ZHANG ; Wei JIA ; Jinhua HU ; Wen ZHANG ; Yunting LIN ; Huilin NIU ; Liping FAN ; Zhikun LU ; Duan LI ; Zongcai LIU ; Huiying SHENG ; Xi YIN ; Xiaodan CHEN ; Guochang LIU ; Jing CHENG ; Li LIU
JOURNAL OF RARE DISEASES 2024;3(3):310-317
Objective To investigate the clinical manifestations,molecular genetics and gonadal pathol-ogy characteristics of patients with disorders of sex development(DSD),and to summarize the clinical experi-ence of identifying rare diseases from common symptoms.Methods The clinical data of 416 patients with DSD diagnosed and treated in the multidisciplinary center of DSD of Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Cen-ter from May 2018 to August 2023 were retrospectively analyzed,summarized and discussed.Results Accord-ing to chromosome karyotype,416 cases of DSD were classified into three types:92 cases(22.1%)of abnormal sex chromosome karyotype,285 cases(68.5%)of 46,XY karyotype and 39 cases(9.4%)of 46,XX karyotype.Among the 92 patients with abnormal sex chromosome karyotype,59 cases were raised as males,18 cases(30.5%)complained of short penis with hypospadias and cryptorchidism.The most common karyotype was 45,X/46,XY(58 cases,63.0%).Among the 285 patients with 46,XY karyotype,238 cases were raised as males,and 63 cases(26.5%)complained of short penis and hypospadias;47 cases were raised as females,and 13 ca-ses(27.7%)complained of inguinal mass.A total of 216 patients with 46,XY karyotype were subjected to whole exome gene detection,and 155 cases(71.8%)were found to have molecular pathogenesis with the clinical phe-notype.Among the 39 patients with 46,XX karyotype,19 cases were raised as males,and 8 cases(42.1%)com-plained of short penis and hypospadias.In the 18 cases of gonad biopsy,17 cases showed testicular tissue in go-nads.Whole exome sequencing was performed in 14 cases.NR5A1 gene heterozygous mutation,SRY gene muta-tion and SOX3 gene mutation were found in 2 cases,respectively(14.3%).Twenty cases were raised as females,and 14 cases(70.0%)complained of clitoral hypertrophy.Gonad biopsy was performed in 8 cases,with 7 cases of ovotestis(87.5%)and 1 case of NR5A1 gene heterozygous mutation(14.3%).Conclusions The etiologies of DSD are complex and diverse,and the clinical manifestations are various,which can be manifested as hypospa-dias,micropenis,cryptorchidism and other common symptoms of the urinary system.Different etiologies have dif-ferent treatment options.Therefore,chromosome karyotype,molecular genetic testing and gonadal pathology can be used to clarify the cause of disease,especially for rare diseases,improve the detection rate,reduce the rate of missed diagnosis,and ensure reasonable treatment,especially sex selection.
5.Preparation and characterization of curcumin nanomicelles and evaluation of in vitro hepatoprotective activity against alcohol liver disease
Luhui LI ; Guangping GENG ; Lei XU ; Zhikun ZHANG ; Xiaohui PU
China Pharmacy 2024;35(10):1203-1208
OBJECTIVE To prepare and characterize curcumin nanomicelles (hereinafter referred to as Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles), and to evaluate the in vitro hepatoprotective activity against alcohol liver disease (ALD). METHODS Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles were prepared with the dialysis method using methoxy-poly(ethylene glycol)-poly(β-benzyl-L-aspartate) (mPEG-PLGA) as the carrier. The appearance and microscopic morphology of Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles were observed, and particle size, polydispersity index, Zeta potential, encapsulation efficiency and drug loading content were all detected. The in vitro release, pH stability, thermal stability, dilution stability, storage stability, plasma stability tests, and hemolysis experiments were all performed. The cell model of ALD was established with anhydrous ethanol intervention using human liver cancer cells and normal liver cells as objects, Cur reference solution as reference, to evaluate in vitro preventive and ameliorative effects of Cur/mPEG- PBLA micelles on ALD. RESULTS The prepared Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles exhibited a pale-yellow milky light, with a spherical shape and uniform distribution. The average particle size was about 140 nm, and the polydispersity index was less than 0.3. Zeta potential was (-8.15±0.05) mV; the encapsulation efficiency was (73.26±3.16)%, and the drug loading content was (4.87± 0.42)%. The cumulative release of Cur reference substance was close to 80% at 10 h; the cumulative release of Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles at 8 h was 28.94% and only 48.25% at 48 h. pH stability and thermal stability of Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles were better than those of Cur reference solution; Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles showed good dilution stability, storage stability and plasma stability, and would not cause hemolysis. Cur reference solution and Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles had varying degrees of in vitro preventive and ameliorative effects on ALD in two types of cells; after 48 h of application, the above effects of Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles were significantly better than those of Cur reference solution at the same mass concentration (P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS Cur/mPEG-PBLA micelles can improve pH stability and thermal stability of Cur, delayits degradation rate, and have better in vitro hepatoprotective activity against ALD.
6.Application of skin temperature monitoring in early warning of radiodermatitis risks during postoperative radiotherapy for female breast cancer
Yanhong ZHOU ; Wenhui GENG ; Mengmeng LI ; Yang GAO ; Lei LI ; Junpu YIN ; Zhikun LIU
Chinese Journal of Radiological Medicine and Protection 2024;44(2):127-132
Objective:To analyze the correlation between the skin temperature changes in the radiation area and the occurrence of radiodermatitis during postoperative radiotherapy for female breast cancer and to explore the application value of skin temperature monitoring in the early warning of radiodermatitis risks.Methods:A total of 103 patients who received three-dimensional conformal radiotherapy after radical mastectomy in the Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University were continuously enrolled from May to November, 2022 in this study. Their skin temperature in the radiation area and radiodermatitis were recorded weekly. The relationships between relative skin temperature differences and different grades of radiodermatitis were determined. The optimal cut-off values for grade ≥ radiodermatitis were calculated, and the predictive effect was evaluated using the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve. Furthermore, the radiodermatitis risks under different skin temperatures were compared using binary logistic regression.Results:There was a positive correlation between the skin temperature in the radiation field and the grade of radiodermatitis. The optimal cut-off values for the average relative skin temperature difference of the chest wall (under 40 Gy/20 fractions), the maximum relative skin temperature difference of the chest wall (under 40 Gy/20 fractions), and the relative skin temperature difference of the supraclavicular block (under 30 Gy/15 fractions) were 0.45℃, 0.55℃, 0.15℃, respectively. The patients were divided into low- and high-risk groups based on the optimal cut-off values (0.45℃, 0.55℃, and 0.15℃). Binary logistic regression result showed that the risks of grade ≥ 2 radiodermatitis in the high-risk group were 5.71, 4.29, and 5.15 times those in the low-risk group, respectively ( OR = 5.71, 95% CI 1.81-17.99, P = 0.003; OR = 4.29, 95% CI 1.65-11.12, P = 0.003; OR = 5.15, 95% CI 2.16-12.31, P < 0.001). Conclusions:Skin temperature monitoring using medical infrared thermometers can be used to effectively predict the occurrence of grade ≥ 2 radiodermatitis. The skin temperature changes in the radiotherapy area should be closely observed. The risk of grade ≥ 2 radiodermatitis will increase when the mean and maximum relative temperature differences of the chest wall increase by 0.45℃ and 0.55℃, respectively under 40 Gy/20 fractions of radiotherapy or when the relative temperature differences of the supraclavicular block increases by 0.15℃ under 30 Gy/15 fractions of radiotherapy.
7.Establishment of MRI classification for traumatic osteonecrosis of the femoral head and its correlation with femoral head collapse
Zhikun ZHUANG ; Ziqi LI ; Shihua GAO ; Hanglin QIU ; Zhiqing XU ; Zhibing GONG ; Qingwen ZHANG ; Zhaoke WU ; Wei HE
Chinese Journal of Orthopaedics 2024;44(13):881-888
Objective:To establish a classification system for the repair band in the subchondral bone origination point in MRI for traumatic osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) and preliminarily explore the correlation between this classification and the progression of femoral head collapse.Methods:A retrospective analysis was conducted on 73 cases of traumatic ON-FH treated at the Quanzhou Orthopedic-traumatological hospital from January 2000 to December 2019. Among them, there were 46 males and 27 females with an average age of 34.9±8.3 years (range 19-55 years). Clinical and radiological data such as age, gender, side, fracture classification, reduction quality, JIC classification, and bone repair band (BRB) classification were recorded. The progression of traumatic ONFH was assessed using the ARCO staging system, with stages IIIA and IIIB defined as mild collapse and progressive collapse, respectively. The BRB classification was established based on MRI findings, and the inter- and intra-observer consistency of the BRB classification was analyzed using Kappa test. The correlation between the BRB classification and progressive femoral head collapse was analyzed using the Kaplan-Meier survival curve and binary variable Cox regression analysis.Results:According to the BRB classification, 73 cases were divided into type 1 with superficial lesion in 38.4%, type 2 with uncertain lesion in 21.9%, and type 3 with extensive lesion in 39.7%. The inter-observer consistency Kappa value for the BRB classification was 0.798, and the intra-observer consistency Kappa value was 0.896, indicating a high level of consistency. A follow-up of 73 cases (54.8±34.9 months, range 24-165 months) showed a significant correlation between the BRB classification and ARCO staging at the last follow-up (χ 2=37.556, P<0.001), with progression to stages IIIA and IIIB as follows: type 1 had 3 and 1 cases, type 2 had 4 and 1 cases, and type 3 had 14 and 12 cases, respectively. Using the occurrence of progressive collapse (stage IIIB) as the endpoint, the risk of progression to stage IIIB for type 2 was not statistically different from type 1 [ HR=1.766, 95% CI (0.465, 6.702), P=0.403]; the risk of progression to stage IIIB for type 3 was significantly higher than for type 1 [ HR=15.126, 95% CI (4.708, 48.592), P<0.001]. Conclusion:The BRB classification is closely related to the progression of traumatic ONFH and is an independent risk factor for predicting the occurrence of progressive collapse; this classification is helpful for early diagnosis and predicting the progression of collapse and treatment plan decision-making.
8.Clinical observation of cystoid macular degeneration in chronic central serous chorioretinopathy
Zhikun ZHENG ; Wenwei KANG ; Yi YANG ; Juanjuan LI
Chinese Journal of Ocular Fundus Diseases 2024;40(3):196-201
Objective:To observe and analyze the clinical and imaging features of eyes with cystoid macular degeneration (CMD) secondary to chronic central serous chorioretinopathy (cCSC).Methods:A retrospective clinical study. From February 2018 to June 2023, 9 patients of 15 eyes with cCSC secondary CMD diagnosed by ophthalmology examination in Yunnan University Affiliated Hospital were included in the study. All patients were male. The age was (53.67±3.83) years. The cases of binocular and monocular were 6 and 3 respectively. The visual acuity of the affected eye ranges from 0.02 to 0.1, which cannot be corrected. Visual acuity decreased and the duration of shadow occlusion was >1 year. Half dose photodynamic therapy (PDT) was performed on 8 eyes. All the patients underwent the best corrected visual acuity, posterior mydriatic fundus color photography, infrared fundus photography (IR), fundus autofluorescence (AF), fluorescein fundus angiography (FFA), optical coherence tomography (OCT), and multi-wavelength dazzling imaging (MC). The patients who received half dose PDT were followed up until 3 months after treatment. Patients who did not receive treatment were followed up to 2 years after the first diagnosis.Results:The light reflection in macular area decreased or disappeared in all eyes, and abnormal macular pigmentation was observed in 12 eyes. IR examination showed diffuse patchy weak fluorescence in the macular area in all affected eyes, and dotted strong fluorescence in the periphery. Fundus AF examination showed disc-like weak AF in the macular area, and scattered small amounts of strong AF in the middle and margins, among which the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) atrophy trace in the macular area was observed in 7 eyes. By MC examination, the green signal in the macular area of the posterior pole of all affected eyes was uneven and mottled. FFA examination showed that no abnormal fluorescein leakage was observed in 15 eyes and 8 eyes showed strong fluorescence caused by diffuse permeation fluorescence. A small amount of active fluorescein was found in 7 eyes. OCT examination showed that there were several cystic cavities of different sizes in all the affected eyes, RPE atrophied to different degrees, and RPE cell compensatory ridges and tubular structures in the outer retina were seen in 6 eyes; 7 eyes with CMD and active leakage showed signs of subcortical fluid accumulation. Choroidal hypertrophy was seen in all affected eyes, with significant expansion of the great vascular layer and compression of the middle vascular layer and capillary layer. In 8 eyes treated with half-dose PDT, 6 eyes were ineffective at 3 months after treatment. The treatment was effective in 2 eyes. In 7 eyes that did not receive half-dose PDT, CMD structure did not improve significantly after 2 years of follow-up. The visual acuity decreased with the prolongation of the disease.Conclusions:CMD is more common in cCSC with a long course of disease, which has significant effects on vision and poor prognosis. Fundus color photography shows that the reflection in the macular area of the pole is weakened or disappeared, which may be combined with macular abnormal pigmentation. IR and AF examination show uneven fluorescence in macular area. The green signal in macular area is not uniform according to MC inspection. FFA shows strong fluorescence caused by diffuse permeable fluorescence and fluorescein leakage in active lesions. OCT examination shows that multiple small sacs or connections between sacs were broken and fused, and RPE atrophied to varying degrees.
9.Deciphering the placental abnormalities associated with somatic cell nuclear transfer at single-nucleus resolution.
Liyuan JIANG ; Xin WANG ; Leyun WANG ; Sinan MA ; Yali DING ; Chao LIU ; Siqi WANG ; Xuan SHAO ; Ying ZHANG ; Zhikun LI ; Wei LI ; Guihai FENG ; Qi ZHOU
Protein & Cell 2023;14(12):924-928
10.The predictive value of combined detection of serum ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1 levels for cerebral vasospasm after intracranial aneurysm embolization
Mengmeng WEI ; Zhikun LV ; Guozhen LI ; Xueyan HU ; Qianqian XU ; Jing GUO ; Biao GENG
Journal of Clinical Surgery 2023;31(12):1133-1136
Objective The combined detection of serum angiopoietin-like protein 8(ANGPTL8)and Vascular cell adhesion molecule-1(VCAM-1)levels was analyzed for the predictive value of cerebral vasospasm(CVS)after intracranial aneurysm embolization.Methods A total of 196 patients who underwent intracranial aneurysm embolization in our hospital from March 2019-March 2022 were selected as the study subjects,99 patients with CVS were in the CVS group,and 97 patients without CVS were in the non CVS group.Serum ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1 levels were detected by ELISA;the correlation between serum ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1 levels was analyzed by Pearson method,Logistic regression was used to analyze the influencing factors of CVS in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization;ROC curve was used to analyze the serum levels of ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1 to predict the cutoff value of CVS in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization;four grid table method was used to analyze the predictive value of ANGPTL8,VCAM-1 and their combination on the occurrence of CVS in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization.Results The differences between CVS and non-CVS groups were statistically significant in hypertension,Hunt-Hess grade,and Glasgow coma(GCS)scores(P<0.05).The serum ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1 levels in the CVS group were significantly higher than those in the non-CVS group(P<0.05).There was a positive correlation between serum ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1(r=0.468,P<0.05).Multivariate analysis showed that high level of ANGPTL8(OR=3.652,95%CI:1.434-9.302),high level of VCAM-1(OR=2.619,95%CI:1.212-5.658),Hunt Hess grade Ⅲ-Ⅳ(OR=1.927,95%CI:1.104-3.362),GCS score of 3-8(OR=2.813,95%CI:1.257-6.295)were independent risk factors for CVS in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization.The AUC of serum ANGPTL8 level in predicting CVS in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization was 0.844,and the cut-off value was 189.233 U/L;the AUC of serum VCAM-1 level in predicting CVS in patients undergoing intracranial aneurysm embolization was 0.795,and the cutoff value was 17.984 mg/L.The accuracy,sensitivity and specificity of the combined prediction for CVS were 89.81%,93.94%and 85.57%,respectively,which were obviously higher than those of the single prediction.Conclusion The serum levels of ANGPTL8 and VCAM-1 in CVS group are obviously higher than those in non CVS group.The combination of the two has a high predictive value for CVS after intracranial aneurysm embolization.


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