1.Inhibitory Effect of Sesquiterpenoid M36 from Myrrha on Growth of Human Hepatoma Cells
Dongxiao LIU ; Yaxin LIU ; Huiming HUANG ; Lishan OUYANG ; Chaochao WANG ; Jinxin XIE ; Longyan WANG ; Xuejiao WEI ; Peng TAN ; Pengfei TU ; Jun LI ; Zhongdong HU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2024;30(5):80-87
ObjectiveThe antitumor activity of sesquiterpenoid M36 isolated from Myrrha against human hepatoma HepG2 cells was investigated in this study. MethodHepG2 cells were treated with M36 at different concentrations (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 μmol·L-1). Firstly, the effects of M36 on the proliferation of human hepatoma HepG2 cells were detected by methyl thiazolyl tetrazolium (MTT), colony formation assay, and EdU proliferation assay. Hoechst staining, flow cytometry analysis, and Western blot were used to explore the effect of M36 on the apoptosis of human hepatoma HepG2 cells. Acridine orange staining and western blotting were used to examine the effect of M36 on autophagy in HepG2 cells. Finally, Western blot was used to detect protein expression of cancer-related signaling pathways. ResultCompared with the blank group, M36 treatment significantly inhibited the proliferation of human hepatoma HepG2 cells (P<0.01), and the half inhibitory concentration (IC50) value of M36 for 48 h was 5.03 μmol·L-1, in a dose- and time-dependent manner. M36 was also able to induce apoptosis and autophagy in human hepatoma HepG2 cells. After treatment with 8 μmol·L-1 M36 for 48 hours, the apoptosis rate of HepG2 cells was (42.03±9.65)% (P<0.01). Compared with the blank group, HepG2 cells treated with 4 and 8 μmol·L-1 M36 for 48 h had a significant increase in cleaved poly ADP-ribose polymerase (cleaved-PARP) protein levels (P<0.01). Acridine orange staining showed that autophagy was significantly activated in HepG2 cells treated with 4 and 8 μmol·L-1 M36 for 48 h compared with the blank group (P<0.01), which was further verified by the up-regulation of microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3 Ⅱ (LC3 Ⅱ). Western blot results showed that compared with the blank group, the levels of phosphorylated extracellular regulated protein kinase (p-ERK), phosphorylated p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase (p-p38 MAPK), phosphorylated c-Jun N-terminal kinase (p-JNK), and its downstream nuclear transcription factors c-Jun and p-c-Jun protein were significantly increased in M36 group (P<0.05, P<0.01). The mechanism may be related to the up-regulation of MAPK signaling pathway. ConclusionThe sesquiterpenoid M36 isolated from Myrrha inhibits the proliferation of human hepatoma HepG2 cells and promotes apoptosis and autophagy, which may be related to the activation of the MAPK signaling pathway.
2.Strategy analysis of a case of failure in the treatment of severe pneumonia with ceftazidime avibactam and aztreonam
Genzhu WANG ; Xiaoying WANG ; Zhongdong LI
Chinese Journal of Pharmacoepidemiology 2024;33(3):342-348
To introduce a strategy for a case of severe pneumonia caused by carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumonia,which have failed to treat with tigecycline combined with meropenem,ceftazidime avibactam,and ceftazidime avibactam combined with aztreonam.Clinical pharmacist made anti-infective regimen based on colistin sulfate drip(750 000 units,ivd,q12h,first dose of 1.5 million units)and atomization(250 000 units,q12h)combined with tigecycline(100 mg,ivd,q12h,first dose 200 mg)according to patient's clinical manifestations,renal function,the dynamic changes of infection indicators,metagenomics next-generation sequencing results and the PK/PD characteristics of the anti-bacterial drugs.The anti-infection regimens(intravenous plus aerosolized colistin combined with tigecycline)proposed by the clinical pharmacist were adopted by doctors and the pneumonia was effectively controlled.Clinical pharmacists played an effective role in the clinical healthcare team by tracking frontier of antibacterial drugs,which fully embodied the professional value in optimizing treatment regimens of intractable infections.
3.Analysis of the Relationship Between Urinary JC Virus and Renal Function in HIV-infected Patients with Five-year Follow-up
Jun YAN ; Mengyan WANG ; Zhongdong ZHANG
Journal of Medical Research 2024;53(6):84-88
Objective To investigate the positive rate of urine JC polyomavirus(JCV)and urine BK polyomavirus(BKV)in HIV patients,and to evaluate the relationship between urine JCV positive and renal function and lymphocyte count during long-term follow-up.Methods A total of 180 HIV-1 positive patients were enrolled in the Second Department of Infection,Xixi Hospital of Hangzhou,urine samples were collected for JCV and BKV detection.Renal function and CD4+cell count were collected at baseline before taking an-tiretroviral therapy(ART)and at 1,2,3,4,and 5 years of follow-up.Results The detection rates of JCV and BKV in urine of 180 HIV-1 positive patients were 25.55%(46/180)and 1.67%(3/180),respectively.Before ART,the total number of lymphocytes in urine JCV positive group was 1699.62±790.44/μl,which was lower than that in urine JCV negative group(2113.59±832.73/μl),and the difference was statistically significant(P=0.022).During ART initiation follow-up,serum creatinine levels in urine JCV posi-tive group were lower than those in urine JCV negative group.At the second year of follow-up,the serum creatinine level in urine JCV positive group was 70.00(64.00,77.00)μmol/L,which was lower than that in urine JCV negative group[76.00(67.00,85.00)μmol/L],and the difference was statistically significant(P=0.023).At the second year of follow-up,the glomerular filtration rate(GFR)of the urine JCV positive group was 118.00(106.25,133.75)ml/min,which was higher than that of urine JCV negative group[113.00(97.00,128.00)ml/min],and the difference was statistically significant(P=0.045).At the fourth year of follow-up,ser-um creatinine level in urine JCV positive group was 70.34±14.98μmol/L,which was lower than that in urine JCV negative group(76.6±14.45 μmol/L),and the difference was statistically significant(P=0.023).Conclusion The detection rates of JCV and BKV in urine of HIV-1 positive patients are negatively correlated with total lymphocyte levels.Urine JCV positive has a protective effect on the kidney,and urine JCV negative can be used as an early indicator of renal damage in HIV patients.
4.Analysis of drug resistance characteristics and influencing factors of rifampicin resistance in high-risk populations for drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis in Qingdao from 2018 to 2022
SONG Song ; XU Honghong ; WANG Zhongdong ; LI Xuekui ; SUN Haiyan ; CHEN Meng ; ZHANG Menghan ; ZHANG Huaqiang ; DAI Xiaoqi
China Tropical Medicine 2024;24(2):190-
bjective To analyze the drug resistance screening status and drug resistance influencing factors of high-risk groups of drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis in Qingdao, and to understand the inclusion of rifampicin patients in treatment, so as to provide a reference for the prevention and treatment of drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis. Methods The medical records of 726 cases of drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis among high-risk populations registered in Qingdao from 2018 to 2022 were obtained from the National Health Insurance Information System of the China Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The drug resistance to five anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely isoniazid (INH), rifampicin (RFP), ethambutol (EMB), levofloxacin (Lfx), and amikacin (Am), in the high-risk populations of drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis was analyzed. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression were used toidentify factors influencing rifampicin resistance, and the detection and inclusion of treatment for rifampicin-resistant patients were evaluated. Results Of the 726 subjects, 278 were drug-resistant, with a total drug resistance rate of 38.29%. The drug resistance for the five anti-tuberculosis drugs in descending order was: INH 25.90%(188/726), RFP 22.87%(166/726), Lfx 14.19%(103/726), EMB 11.29%(82/726), Am 2.48%(18/726). Analysis of the drug resistance spectrum showed that among those resistant to one drug, RFP was most common, accounting for 13.67% (38/278); among those resistant to two drugs, INH+RFP was predominant, accounting for 15.83% (44/278); among those resistant to three drugs, INH+RFP+Lfx was most frequent, at 7.19% (22/278); and among those resistant to four drugs, INH+RFP+EMB+Lfx was highest, at 6.12% (17/278). Multivariate logistic regression analysis of rifampicin resistance showed that compared with patients under 25 years of age, the risk of developing rifampicin resistance was lower in the groups aged 45 to under 65 and those aged 65 and above (OR=0.356, 95%CI: 0.181-0.700; OR=0.352, 95%CI: 0.170-0.729). Compared with migrant patients in other provinces, local patients from within the same county or district had a lower risk of developing rifampicin resistance (OR=0.599, 95%CI:0.383-0.962). Compared with patients who were smear-positive at the end of the second month of initial treatment, the risk of developing rifampicin resistance was higher in patients with relapse/return, failure of retreatment/chronic, and other categories of patients (OR=9.380, 95%CI:3.717-23.671;OR=25.749, 95%CI:8.037-82.490; OR=36.651, 95%CI:8.438-159.201). Conclusions The situation of drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis in Qingdao cannot be ignored. Individuals under 25 years old, migrants from other provinces, and patients with relapse/return, failure of retreatment/chronic, and other categories are significant risk factors for developing rifampicin resistance in the high-risk groups of drug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis.
5.Mental health disparities in people living with human immunodeficiency virus: A cross-sectional study on physician-patient concordance and treatment regimens
Jinchuan SHI ; Zhongdong ZHANG ; Junyan ZHANG ; Yishu ZHANG ; Jiating QIU ; Fang LIU ; Daoyuan SONG ; Yanfang MA ; Lianmei ZHONG ; Hongxing WANG ; Xiaolei LIU
Chinese Medical Journal 2024;137(18):2223-2232
Background::Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) can profoundly affect the mental health of the people living with HIV (PLWH), with higher rates of anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances. The disparities in neuropsychological problems evaluated by physicians and self-assessed by patients are still unknown.Methods::A total of 5000 PLWH and 500 physicians from 167 hospitals were enrolled in this cross-sectional study from September 2022 to February 2023. 4-Item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-4) was used for the evaluation of depressive issues and anxiety issues by PLWH. Each physician assessed 10 PLWH under their care for the presence of depressive or anxiety issues. The primary outcomes of this study are the concordance rates on the depressive issues and anxiety issues evaluation between physicians and PLWH. The Cohen’s kappa test was used to assess the agreement between physicians and PLWH.Results::The concordance rate for the evaluation of depressive issues is 73.84% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 72.60-75.04%), and it is significantly different from the expected rate of 80% ( P <0.001). Similarly, the concordance rate for the evaluation of anxiety issues is 71.74% (95% CI: 70.47-72.97%), which is significantly different from the expected rate of 80% as per the null hypothesis ( P <0.001). The overestimation rate by physicians on depressive issues is 12.20% (95% CI: 11.32-13.14%), and for anxiety issues is 12.76% (95% CI: 11.86-13.71%). The mismatch rate for depressive issues is 26.16% (95% CI: 24.96-27.40%), and for anxiety issues is 28.26% (95% CI: 27.02-29.53%). The underestimation rate by physicians on depressive issues is 13.96% (95% CI: 13.03-14.95%), and for anxiety issues is 15.50% (95% CI: 14.52-16.53%). For the treatment regiments, PLWH sustained on innovative treatment regimen (IR) related to a lower prevalence of depressive issues (odds ratio [OR] = 0.71, 95% CI: 0.59-0.87, P = 0.003) and a lower prevalence of anxiety issues (OR = 0.63, 95% CI: 0.52-0.76, P <0.001). PLWH switch from conventional treatment regimen (CR) to IR also related to a lower prevalence of depressive issues (OR = 0.79, 95% CI: 0.64-0.98) and a lower prevalence of anxiety issues (OR = 0.81, 95% CI: 0.67-0.99). Conclusion::Nearly one in three PLWH had their condition misjudged by their physicians. The findings underscore the need for improved communication and standardized assessment protocols in the care of PLWH, especially during the acute phase of HIV infection.
6.Effect of miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion on mandibular position
LEI Qiaoling ; HE Wendan ; LEI Qiyin ; XIONG Peiying ; WANG Zhongdong
STOMATOLOGY 2023;43(2):135-140
Objective:
To explore the effect of miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) on mandible position in the treatment of adult skeletal Class Ⅰ malocclusion with maxillary transverse deficiency.
Methods:
In this retrospective study, 20 cases of adult skeletal Class Ⅰ malocclusion with maxillary transverse deficiency treated with MARPE in our hospital from July 2019 to March 2022 were selected as research objects. CBCT data of three time points before treatment (T0), immediately after expansion (T1) and six months after retention (T2) were collected. The head position was standardized and calibrated by Dolphin software, and then mandible landmarks (left and right Condylion, left and right Gonion, Menton) were positioned. The linear distance changes of each landmark relative to the reference plane of coronal plane, axial plane and sagittal plane were measured, which represented the sagittal, vertical and horizontal displacement of mandible respectively. Repeated measurement ANOVA and LSD multiple comparison were used to evaluate the position change of each landmark.
Results :
The Menton and right Gonion rotated clockwise at T1, and relapsed to the initial position at T2. No lateral displacement of Menton was found.
Conclusion
When MARPE is used to treat skeletal Class Ⅰ malocclusion with maxillary transverse deficiency, it causes a transient clockwise rotation of the mandiblar. The mandible does not show sagittal, vertical and horizontal position changes in long-term evaluation.
7.Anti-tumor Effect of Chinese Medicine by Inducing Cell Cycle Arrest: A Review
Yaxin LIU ; Xuejiao WEI ; Huiming HUANG ; Lishan OUYANG ; Jinxin XIE ; Longyan WANG ; Dongxiao LIU ; Pengfei TU ; Zhongdong HU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2023;29(2):222-234
The prevalence and mortality of cancer have been on the rise, and it has been the global leading cause of death. The causes of cancer are diverse, such as heredity, radiation, and carcinogens. The abnormality of cell cycle regulation is also one of the causes. Cell cycle is a complex sequence of events through which a cell duplicates its contents and divides. Cell cycle is highly organized to ensure the integrity of genetic material. This process involves many regulatory genes and proteins. Cell cycle will be dysregulated when these proteins and genes change, resulting in the loss of control of cell proliferation, the inhibition of apoptosis, and finally the occurrence of tumor. At the moment, the therapies for cancer include traditional surgical resection, radiotherapy, chemical therapy, and targeted therapy. Chinese medicine has a wide range of sources and little side effect, which is worthy of further research and development. More and more studies have revealed that a variety of Chinese medicines play an anti-tumor role by inducing cell cycle arrest, so as to improve the quality of life and prolong the survival time of patients with advanced tumors. This article first introduces the characteristics and related regulatory factors of each phase of cell cycle, and enumerates the clinical and experimental examples of tumorigenesis caused by abnormal cell cycle. Then, we summarize the hot anti-tumor drugs targeting cell cycle in China and abroad, such as Cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) inhibitors, cell division cycle 25 (CDC25) inhibitors, ataxia-telangiectasia-mutated-and-Rad3-related kinase (ATR) inhibitors, and checkpoint kinase 1 (CHK1) inhibitors. Finally, this article summarizes the recent research on the anti-tumor effect of Chinese medicine by inducing cell cycle arrest from the three aspects of cell cycle G0/G1 phase, S phase and G2/M phase, in order to provide some reference for the research on the anti-tumor effect of Chinese medicine.
8.Minimally invasive surgical technique for the treatment of congenital double aortic arch
Qi LIU ; Shan WANG ; Shoujun LI ; Zhongdong HUA
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2023;30(10):1429-1432
Objective To summarize the treatment results of double aortic arch (DAA) by minimally invasive surgical technique. Methods We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of DAA patients who underwent minimally invasive surgeries in our center between October 2016 and August 2021. Results There were 11 males and 4 females with a mean age of 3-61 (20.00±18.80) years. There were 8 patients of DAA and 7 patients of DAA complicated with distal left-sided aortic arch atresia and ligamentum connection. All patients received operations through minimal subaxillary incision, 13 patients were through left side and 2 patients were through right side. One patient with ventricular septal defect was performed operations concurrently under the cardiopulmonary bypass through right minimal subaxillary incision. All patients had symptom improvement without surgery related complications or death in postoperative period. The duration of operation was 30-192 (61.93±40.19) min and mechanical ventilation time was 2-9 (5.33±2.53) h. The length of ICU stay was 18-124 (51.00±38.07) h and hospital stay time was 8-21 (12.67±3.42) d. All patients had sympto-matic relief with good growth and exercise tolerance during the follow-up of 6 (3, 9) months. Conclusion Minimally invasive surgical technique is a safe, effective and cosmetic approach with good results for DAA treatment.
9.Surgical treatment of infants with transposition of the great arteries and intramural coronary artery
Yaojun DUN ; Haining SUN ; Jun YAN ; Keming YANG ; Zhongdong HUA ; Qiang WANG ; Shoujun LI
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2022;29(03):323-329
Objective To summarize the surgical experience of infants with transposition of the great arteries (TGA) and intramural coronary artery (IMCA) in our center, and analyze the early and mid-term outcomes. Methods We retrospectively analyzed the clinical data of 384 infants with TGA undergoing arterial switch operation (ASO) from June 2010 to December 2018 at Fuwai Hospital. According to operative records, 21 (5.5%) infants had IMCA, among whom 20 were males, with a median age of 33 (9-319) d. Coronary transfer using double coronary buttons with unroofed intramural course was performed in all 21 infants. Results There was no statistical difference in the early mortality after ASO between infants with IMCA and infants with normal coronary anatomy (9.5% vs. 3.0%, P=0.15). In the IMCA group, 2 dead patients presented inadequate coronary artery perfusion after first aortic unclamping. In addition, 1 patient underwent extracorporeal membrane pulmonary support for myocardial dysfunction. The follow-up was available for all 19 survivors, with an average follow-up time of 29.0-120.0 (74.8±27.3) months. During the follow-up, all patients had no obvious symptoms, death, reoperation, or coronary complications. One patient developed moderate pulmonary valve regurgitation and another patient developed distal stenosis of the right pulmonary artery. Conclusion For infants with TGA and IMCA, coronary transfer using double coronary buttons with unroofed intramural course is a safe and reliable technique, with satisfactory early and mid-term outcomes.
10.A modified sutureless technique treating total anomalous pulmonary venous connection
Shan WANG ; Tao SHI ; Xiao TENG ; Bing YU ; Xiaodong LV ; Shoujun LI ; Zhongdong HUA
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2022;29(05):619-623
Objective To introduce a modified sutureless technique and its surgical results in the treatment of total anomalous pulmonary venous connection (TAPVC). Methods Clinical data of 11 patients with TAPVC who underwent the modified sutureless technique treatment from 2014 to 2019 in our center were retrospectively analyzed, including 4 males and 7 females. The median surgical age was 1.4 (0.3, 27.0) months. The median weight was 4.3 (3.5, 8.5) kg. Six (54.5%) patients were of supracardiac subtype, and five (45.5%) patients were of infracardiac subtype. Five (45.5%) patients had preoperative severe pulmonary hypertension, and three (27.3%) patients had preoperative pulmonary vein obstruction. The surgical results were compared with those of 10 patients treated with conventional surgical technique. Results The median follow-up was 12 (range, 1-65) months. During the follow-up, no death or postoperative pulmonary vein obstruction occurred in the modified sutureless technique group. The perioperative data and relief of re-obstruction were superior in the modified sutureless technique group, but the difference was not statistically significant (P>0.05). The postoperative survival of the the modified sutureless technique group was better than that of the traditional surgery group (P=0.049). Conclusion The modified sutureless technique which includes partial suture and then incising, and eversion of pulmonary vein incision, is a safe and reliable method for the treatment of TAPVC with satisfactory short-term results.

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