First identification of a novel Aichivirus D in goats with diarrhea

Kobuvirus comprises 6 officially recognized species,namely Aichivirus A-F,and can be further divided into 20 genotypes through VP1 gene phylogenetic analysis(https://ictv.global/report/chapter/picornaviridae/picornaviridae/kobuvirus).Aichivirus A in human,Aichivirus B in bovine,Aichivirus C in porcine and caprine,Aichivirus D in yak have been proved to be associated with diarrhea(Chen Y S et al.2013;Yang et al.2015;Zhu et al.2016;Zhai et al.2017;Wang et al.2020;Abi et al.2022;Yan et al.2023).

Lactose-free milk powder can effectively relieve diarrhea symptoms in weaning SD rats and children

Diarrhea has become the leading cause of illness and death among infants and young children in developing countries.Clinically,patients with diarrhea showed damaged intestinal epithelial villi,usually accompanied by lactase deficiency.In this study,we evaluated the therapeutic effects of lactose-free milk powder on rats and children with diarrhea.Antibiotic-associated diarrhea(AAD)model was established by gavage with antibiotic mixture in SD rats,followed by administration of milk powder containing lactose or not.The results showed that lactose-free milk powder ameliorated A AD-related diarrhea symptoms,and accelerated the recovery from diarrhea.And 16S sequencing results indicated lactose-free milk powder contributed to increase theα-andβ-diversity of intestinal flora,and restore the intestinal microbiota disorder.In conclusion,our data demonstrate that lactose-free milk powder could alleviate diarrhea by restoring gut microbiota and intestinal barrier function.

Transcriptome analysis suggests broad jejunal alterations in Linghu’s obesity-diarrhea syndrome:A pilot study

BACKGROUND Obesity is associated with a significantly increased risk for chronic diarrhea,which has been proposed as Linghu’s obesity-diarrhea syndrome(ODS);however,its molecular mechanisms are largely unknown.AIM To reveal the transcriptomic changes in the jejunum involved in ODS.METHODS In a cohort of 6 ODS patients(JOD group),6 obese people without diarrhea(JO group),and 6 healthy controls(JC group),high-throughput sequencing and bioinformatics analyses were performed to identify jejunal mucosal mRNA expression alterations and dysfunctional biological processes.In another cohort of 16 ODS patients(SOD group),16 obese people without diarrhea(SO group),and 16 healthy controls(SC group),serum diamine oxidase(DAO)and D-lactate(DLA)concentrations were detected to assess changes in intestinal barrier function.RESULTS The gene expression profiles of jejunal mucosa in the JO and JC groups were similar,with only 1 differentially expressed gene(DEG).The gene expression profile of the JOD group was significantly changed,with 411 DEGs compared with the JO group and 211 DEGs compared with the JC group,129 of which overlapped.The enrichment analysis of these DEGs showed that the biological processes such as digestion,absorption,and transport of nutrients(especially lipids)tended to be up-regulated in the JOD group,while the biological processes such as rRNA processing,mitochondrial translation,antimicrobial humoral response,DNA replication,and DNA repair tended to be down-regulated in the JOD group.Eight DEGs(CDT1,NHP2,EXOSC5,EPN3,NME1,REG3A,PLA2G2A,and PRSS2)may play a key regulatory role in the pathological process of ODS,and their expression levels were significantly decreased in ODS patients(P<0.001).In the second cohort,compared with healthy controls,the levels of serum intestinal barrier function markers(DAO and D-LA)were significantly increased in all obese individuals(P<0.01),but were higher in the SOD group than in the SO group(P<0.001).CONCLUSION Compared with healthy controls and obese individuals without diarrhea,patients with Linghu’s ODS had extensive transcriptomic changes in the jejunal mucosa,likely affecting intestinal barrier function and thus contributing to the obesity and chronic diarrhea phenotypes.

Calcium/calcimimetic via calcium-sensing receptor ameliorates cholera toxin-induced secretory diarrhea in mice

BACKGROUND Enterotoxins produce diarrhea through direct epithelial action and indirectly by activating the enteric nervous system.Calcium-sensing receptor(CaSR)inhibits both actions.The latter has been well documented in vitro but not in vivo.The hypothesis to be tested was that activating CaSR inhibits diarrhea in vivo.AIM To determine whether CaSR agonists ameliorate secretory diarrhea evoked by cholera toxin(CTX)in mice.METHODS CTX was given orally to C57BL/6 mice to induce diarrhea.Calcium and calci-mimetic R568 were used to activate CaSR.To maximize their local intestinal actions,calcium was administered luminally via oral rehydration solution(ORS),whereas R568 was applied serosally using an intraperitoneal route.To verify that their actions resulted from the intestine,effects were also examined on Cre-lox intestine-specific CaSR knockouts.Diarrhea outcome was measured biochemically by monitoring changes in fecal Cl-or clinically by assessing stool consistency and weight loss.RESULTS CTX induced secretory diarrhea,as evidenced by increases in fecal Cl-,stool consistency,and weight loss following CTX exposure,but did not alter CaSR,neither in content nor in function.Accordingly,calcium and R568 were each able to ameliorate diarrhea when applied to diseased intestines.Intestinal CaSR involvement is suggested by gene knockout experiments where the anti-diarrheal actions of R568 were lost in intestinal epithelial CaSR knockouts(villinCre/Casrflox/flox)and neuronal CaSR knockouts(nestinCre/Casrflox/flox).CONCLUSION Treatment of acute secretory diarrheas remains a global challenge.Despite advances in diarrhea research,few have been made in the realm of diarrhea therapeutics.ORS therapy has remained the standard of care,although it does not halt the losses of intestinal fluid and ions caused by pathogens.There is no cost-effective therapeutic for diarrhea.This and other studies suggest that adding calcium to ORS or using calcimimetics to activate intestinal CaSR might represent a novel approach for treating secretory diarrheal diseases.

Assessment of the triglyceride glucose index in adult patients with chronic diarrhea and constipation

BACKGROUND Accumulating evidence suggests that the gut microbiome is involved in the pathogenesis of insulin resistance(IR).However,the link between two of the most prevalent bowel disorders,chronic diarrhea and constipation,and the triglyceride glucose(TyG)index,a marker of IR,has not yet been investigated.AIM To investigate the potential association between TyG and the incidence of chronic diarrhea and constipation.METHODS This cross-sectional study enrolled 2400 participants from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey database from 2009-2010.TyG was used as an exposure variable,with chronic diarrhea and constipation as determined by the Bristol Stool Form Scale used as the outcome variables.A demographic investigation based on TyG quartile subgroups was performed.The application of multivariate logistic regression models and weighted generalized additive models revealed potential correlations between TyG,chronic diarrhea,and constipation.Subgroup analyses were performed to examine the stability of any potential associations.RESULTS In the chosen sample,chronic diarrhea had a prevalence of 8.00%,while chronic constipation had a prevalence of 8.04%.In multiple logistic regression,a more prominent positive association was found between TyG and chronic diarrhea,particularly in model 1(OR=1.45;95%CI:1.17-1.79,P=0.0007)and model 2(OR=1.40;95%CI:1.12-1.76,P=0.0033).No definite association was observed between the TyG levels and chronic constipation.The weighted generalized additive model findings suggested a more substantial positive association with chronic diarrhea when TyG was less than 9.63(OR=1.89;95%CI:1.05-3.41,P=0.0344),and another positive association with chronic constipation when it was greater than 8.2(OR=1.74;95%CI:1.02-2.95,P=0.0415).The results of the subgroup analyses further strengthen the extrapolation of these results to a wide range of populations.CONCLUSION Higher TyG levels were positively associated with abnormal bowel health.

New paradigm of oral rehydration in patients affected by irritable bowel syndrome with chronic diarrhea

Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea is a very frequent clinical condition characterized by disabling intestinal symptoms.This disease presents with daily abdominal pain for at least 3 months related to defecation and associated with a change in the frequency of bowel movements and the shape of the stool.International surveys about this disease report a global prevalence of about 1.5%.A new amino acid based electrolyte solution has recently been commercialized for oral rehydration in diarrhea.It is composed of water,electrolytes,and five selected amino acids that function as sodium co-transporters without containing glucose.In recent years,some studies explored the effectiveness of the amino acid based electrolyte beverage in oncologic patients with gastrointestinal mucositis,reporting good results.Recently,a prospective study to evaluate the clinical impact of the amino acid based medical beverage was conducted in patients with diarrhea predominant irritable bowel syndrome.The research was based on a real-life methodology minimizing the disruption of the routine care.One hundred patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea drank a solution based on selected amino acids twice a day for 2 wk.Each enrolled patient completed the study and showed a significant response rate with regard to stool consistency and pain reduction.Based on this data,we can hypothesize that the amino acid based oral rehydration solution could be a valid tool in the treatment of patients affected by irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea.It is certainly necessary to plan highquality clinical trials comparing glucose based oral solutions and amino acid based solutions in patients with persisting diarrhea.Probably in the near future all oral rehydration solutions will contain amino acids.

Anti-Cancer Agents Associated Diarrhea:Current Status and Prospects

Cancer stands as one of the major threats to human life.Ensuring the safety of drugs is paramount,and the impact of adverse reactions on patients’quality of life and prognosis should not be underestimated.Diarrhea is a common clinical adverse event,and despite the absence of specific anti-diarrhea drugs,there is a pressing need for improvement.This article aims to provide a valuable reference for researchers in clinical drug use and scientific tumor treatment.It summarizes recent advancements in drug mechanisms and adverse reactions,whether in preclinical research or clinical diagnosis and therapy.

Current Research Status of Traditional Chinese Medicine External Treatment for Diarrhea Type Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS-D)with diarrhea is a common gastrointestinal functional disease in clinical practice,which seriously affects the quality of life of patients.Cur‐rently,Western medicine has poor therapeutic effects,while traditional Chinese medi‐cine has unique advantages in relieving IBS-D symptoms and preventing recurrence.In recent years,especially with external treatment of traditional Chinese medicine,it has become a new treatment direction in clinical practice and has achieved good therapeutic effects.This article will provide a review of recent research on the treatment of IBS-D using traditional Chinese medicine external treatment methods.

Fecal microbiota dynamics and its relationship to diarrhea and health in dairy calves

Background:Diarrhea is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in young calves,resulting in considerable economic loss for dairy farms.To determine if some gut microbes might have resistance to dysbiotic process with calf diarrhea by dictating the microbial co-occurrence patterns from birth to post-weaning,we examined the dynamic development of the gut microbiota and diarrhea status using two animal trials,with the first trial having 14 Holstein dairy calves whose fecal samples were collected 18 times over 78 d from birth to 15 d post-weaning and the second trial having 43 Holstein dairy calves whose fecal samples were collected daily from 8 to 18 days of age corresponding to the first diarrhea peak of trial 1.Results:Metataxonomic analysis of the fecal microbiota showed that the development of gut microbiota had three age periods with birth and weaning as the separatrices.Two diarrhea peaks were observed during the transition of the three age periods.Fusobacteriaceae was identified as a diarrhea-associated taxon both in the early stage and during weaning,and Clostridium_sensu_stricto_1 was another increased genus among diarrheic calves in the early stage.In the neonatal calves,Prevotella_2(ASV4 and ASV26),Prevotella_9(ASV43),and Alloprevotella(ASV14)were negatively associated with Clostridium_sensu_stricto_1(ASV48),the keystone taxa of the diarrhea-phase module.During weaning,unclassified Muribaculaceae(ASV28 and ASV44),UBA1819(ASV151),Barnesiella(ASV497),and Ruminococcaceae_UCG-005(ASV254)were identified being associated with non-diarrheic status,and they aggregated in the non-diarrhea module of co-occurrence patterns wherein unclassified Muribaculaceae(ASV28)and Barnesiella(ASV497)had a direct negative relationship with the members of the diarrhea module.Conclusions:Taken together,our results suggest that the dynamic successions of calf gut microbiota and the interactions among some bacteria could influence calf diarrhea,and some species of Prevotella might be the core microbiota in both neonatal and weaning calves,while species of Muribaculaceae might be the core microbiota in weaning calves for preventing calf diarrhea.Some ASVs affiliated with Prevotella_2(ASV4 and ASV26),Prevotella_9(ASV43),Alloprevotella(AVS14),unclassified Muribaculaceae(ASV28 and ASV44),UBA1819(ASV151),Ruminococcaceae_UCG-005(ASV254),and Barnesiella(ASV497)might be proper probiotics for preventing calf diarrhea whereas Clostridium_sensu_stricto_1(ASV48)might be the biomarker for diarrhea risk in specific commercial farms.

Dietary fibers with low hydration properties exacerbate diarrhea and impair intestinal health and nutrient digestibility in weaned piglets

Background:This study aimed to investigate the hydration properties of different-source fibrous materials by com-paring their water-binding capacity(WBC),water swelling capacity(WSC),viscosity,and in vivo effects of selected samples on growth performance,nutrient digestibility,diarrhea,and intestinal health in weaned piglets.Methods:A total of 13 commercially available fibrous materials were first compared in chemical composition and in vitro hydration property.Subsequently,40 weaned piglets were randomized to five experimental dietary groups(8 piglets per group):control diet(a basal diet without dietary fiber,CON),basal diet supplemented with 5%microcrys-talline cellulose(MCC),5%wheat bran(WB),5%Moringa oleifera leaf powder(MOLP),or 5%sugar beet pulp(SBP),fol-lowed by analyzing their growth performance and diarrhea rate in a 28-d experiment.After the feeding experiment,anaesthetized piglets were killed,and their intestinal and colon content or plasma samples were analyzed in nutrient digestibility,intestinal morphology,intestinal barrier,short-chain fatty acids(SCFAs),and bacterial population.Results:In vitro studies showed low hydration properties for WB and MCC,while medium hydration properties for MOLP and SBP.In vivo studies indicated that compared with medium hydration property groups,low hydration prop-erty groups showed(1)exacerbated diarrhea,impaired intestinal health,and reduced apparent fecal digestibility of dry matter,gross energy,acid detergent fiber,and neutral detergent fiber;(2)decreased SCFAs concentration and rela-tive levels of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium,but increased levels of Escherichia coli and Brachyspira hyodysenteriae in colon contents.Additionally,SBP showed optimal performance in reducing diarrhea and increasing SCFAs produc-tion.Correlation analysis revealed a positive correlation of fiber hydration properties with in vitro SCFAs production,and diarrhea index and nutrient digestibility were negatively and positively correlated with SCFAs levels in the colon contents of weaned piglets,respectively.Conclusions:Different-source dietary fibers varied in their hydration properties and impacts on diarrhea,microbial composition and SCFAs production in weaned piglets.WB and MCC could exacerbate diarrhea and impair nutrient digestibility,probably because their low hydration properties were detrimental to gut microbial homeostasis and fermentation.Our findings provide new ideas for rational use of fiber resources in weaned piglets.

Effect of a Commercially Available Electrolyte Solution on Acute, Non-Specific Diarrhea in Dogs

Purpose: To determine if a commercially available electrolyte solution is safe and lessens the duration and severity of diarrhea in shelter dogs in stressful situations. Methods: In Experiment 1, six healthy beagles were administered the protocol-approved dose of the electrolyte solution to evaluate clinical, biochemical, or fecal microbiome changes. In Experiment 2, 22 dogs with small or large bowel diarrhea were randomized into one of three groups: the electrolyte solution and a prescription veterinary diet, a placebo and a prescription veterinary diet, or the electrolyte solution and a standard diet. A fecal score was assigned by trained, masked observers through Day 5 using the Purina 7-point fecal scoring system. All dogs were screened for enteric parasites by fecal flotation and the use of a fluorescence antibody assay for Giardia spp. cysts and Cryptosporidium spp. oocysts and all dogs that were parasitized were administered fenbendazole for five days. Results: In Experiment 1, all dogs tolerated the electrolyte solution with no vomiting or diarrhea noted and there was no evidence of negative effects on the gastrointestinal microbiome. In Experiment 2, 16 of the 22 dogs enrolled in the study had a normal stool the day after the first dose of the electrolyte solution, prescription diet, or placebo. All six dogs with the first day of normal stool detected after Day 1 were parasitized. When the days to normalcy were compared, the parasitized dogs had a significantly slower resolution (P = 0.018) than dogs with no parasites regardless of the other treatment group. Conclusions and Relevance: The results of the study suggest that this electrolyte solution is safe for use in dogs and that adding the electrolyte solution to a standard diet is equivalent to using a therapeutic diet alone or the electrolyte solution combined with a therapeutic diet.

Identification of a novel astrovirus from intestinal tissue of a donkey foal with severe diarrhea in China

DEAR EDITOR,Astroviruses are known to cause gastroenteritis and diarrhea symptoms in various hosts.However,no information is currently available on any donkey astrovirus genome.In this study,we collected six intestinal samples from donkey foals that died of severe diarrhea on a donkey farm in Shandong Province,China,in 2021.Based on metagenomic nextgeneration sequencing,a nearly complete donkey astrovirus 1(DAstV-1)sequence was detected as the only possible diarrhea-related mammalian virus.

Diarrhea and Acute Renal Injury Culminating in Metformin-Induced Lactic Acidosis

Background: Metformin (M) is an effective first-line hypoglycemic agent in obese type 2 diabetes mellitus due to its low cost and safety profile. The Case: A 66-year-man presented with shock due to lactic acidosis induced by M-supersaturation subsequent to acute renal failure following infective diarrhea. The drug has been used, by this patient, for >10 years without complication. Physical examination, laboratory tests, radiological investigations and blood cultures did not show evidence of new cardiac, hepatic and septic insult. Despite discontinuation of M and 2-days of aggressive hydration, bicarbonate infusions and pressors;toxic levels of the drug persisted and shock-state culminated in severe and oliguric renal failure with serum urea and creatinine up to 50 mmol/L and 1270 umol/L, respectively. Hence, continuous venovenous hemodiafiltration (CVVHDF) was used, for 16-hours, to remove the drug, correct his acidosis and support his severe renal complications. Hours after the procedure;drug level, lactic acidosis and its associated shock improved followed by gradual renal recovery. The patient was discharged after 6 days and serum creatinine reached his base line (180 umol/L) 2 weeks later. The drug was not recommended for his future use. Conclusion: M-induced lactic acidosis, should be considered in assessment of shock in M-treated patients and management of unstable patients indicates early-use of CVVHDF.

Clinical factors predicting rotavirus diarrhea in children:A crosssectional study from two hospitals

BACKGROUND Rotavirus is still a significant contributing morbidity and mortality in pediatric patients.AIM To look at clinical signs and symptoms and laboratory findings that can predict rotavirus gastroenteritis compared to non-rotavirus gastroenteritis.METHODS This was a cross-sectional study with medical records obtained from December 2015 to December 2019.Inclusion criteria for this study include all hospitalised pediatric patients(0-18 years old)diagnosed with suspected rotavirus diarrhea.The receiver operating curve and Hosmer-Lemeshow test would be used to assess the final prediction findings'calibration(goodness of fit)and discrimination performance.RESULTS This study included 267 participants with 187(70%)rotavirus-diarrhea cases.The patients were primarily male in both rotavirus(65.2%)and non-rotavirus(62.5%)groups.The median age is 1.33 years old(0.08-17.67 years old).Multivariate analysis shows that wet season(OR_(adj)=2.5;95%CI:1.3-4.8,Padj=0.006),length of stay(LOS)≥3 days(OR_(adj)=5.1;95%CI:1.4-4.8,Padj=0.015),presence of abdominal pain(OR_(adj)=3.0;95%CI:1.3-6.8,Padj=0.007),severe dehydration(OR_(adj)=2.9;95%CI:1.1-7.9,Padj=0.034),abnormal white blood cell counts(OR_(adj)=2.8;95%CI:1.3-6.0,Padj=0.006),abnormal random blood glucose(OR_(adj)=2.3;95%CI:1.2-4.4,Padj=0.018)and presence of fecal leukocytes(OR_(adj)=4.1,95%CI:1.7-9.5,Padj=0.001)are predictors of rotavirus diarrhea.The area under the curve for this model is 0.819(95%CI:0.746-0.878,P value<0.001),which shows that this model has good discrimination.CONCLUSION Wet season,LOS≥3 d,presence of abdominal pain,severe dehydration,abnormal white blood cell counts,abnormal random blood glucose,and presence of fecal leukocytes predict rotavirus diarrhea.

Postoperative diarrhea in Crohn's disease:Pathogenesis,diagnosis,and therapy

Diarrhea is a frequent symptom in postoperative patients with Crohn’s diseases(CD),and several different mechanisms likely account for postoperative diarrhea in CD.A targeted strategy based on a comprehensive understanding of postoperative diarrhea is helpful for better postoperative recovery.

Mechanism of action of Zhishi Daozhi decoction in the treatment of diarrhea based on network pharmacology and molecular docking

Background:To explore the mechanism of action of Zhishi Daozhi decoction in treating diarrhea using network pharmacology and molecular docking.Methods:The pharmacological components and targets of Zhishi Daozhi decoction were searched by The TCMSP and Uniprot database and the disease genes of diarrhea were obtained from GeneCard and diagenetic databases.The network software venny 2.1.0 was used to screen the intersection targets of Zhishi Daozhi decoction in treating diarrhea.STRING database was used to construct protein interaction network,Metascape database analysis platform for gene ontology enrichment and Kyoto Gene and Genome Encyclopedia pathway enrichment analysis.Using Cytoscape 3.9.1 software to map the“Chinese herbal medicine-active ingredient-target”network and perform network topology to identify the core genes.Selecting core genes and critical components for molecular docking.Results:203 active ingredients and 259 target genes were obtained from Zhishi Daozhi decoction,206 genes were cross-linked with the disease gene control after de-duplication,1001 entries meeting the screening criteria were obtained after gene ontology enrichment analysis,and 169 entries were obtained after Kyoto Gene and Genome Encyclopedia enrichment analysis,in which the biological processes were mainly enriched in the cellular responses to lipids,hormones,radiation,growth factors,and cell fractionation.The Kyoto Gene and Genome Encyclopedia pathway enrichment analysis suggested that it mainly covers the cancer pathway,hepatitis B,cellular senescence,IL-17 signaling pathway,PI3K-Akt signaling pathway,etc.The molecular docking results showed that the vital active ingredients,such as lignocaine and quercetin,with better binding activity to the vital core targets,such as MMP3,AKT1,and CCL2.Conclusion:The active ingredients such as quercetin and luteolin in Zhishi Daozhi decoction may act through signaling pathways such as IL-17 signaling pathway,PI3K-Akt signaling pathway,TGF-βsignaling pathway,and other pathways,and act on the critical core targets such as MMP3,AKT1,HSP90AA1,FOS,CCL2,and TGFB1 to enhance intestinal barrier function,reduce the inflammatory response and regulate intestinal flora,thus achieving the purpose of treating diarrhea.

腹部推拿对内脏高敏感腹泻型肠易激综合征大鼠肠道肥大细胞、TRPV1的影响

目的观察腹部推拿对内脏高敏感腹泻型肠易激综合征(diarrhea-type irritable bowel syndrome,IBS-D)模型大鼠肠道肥大细胞(mastcell,MC)及TRPV1表达水平的影响,探讨腹部推拿调控内脏高敏感IBS-D作用机制。方法40只SD雄性大鼠随机分为空白组、模型组、腹部推拿组、MC阻断剂组,每组10只。采用母婴分离法+慢性应激法制备IBS-D大鼠模型。应用粪便性状(Bristol)评分、旷场试验评价干预效果,透射电镜观察结肠组织MC变化,定量PCR检测TRPV1 mRNA表达,免疫荧光法检测瞬时感受器电位香草酸亚型1(transient receptor potential vanilloid subfamily 1,TRPV1)阳性细胞数。结果(1)Bristol评分:与空白组比较,模型组Bristol评分增加(P<0.05);与模型组比较,腹部推拿组、MC阻断剂组评分降低(P<0.01)。(2)旷场试验:与空白组比较,模型组穿行方格次数、中央停留次数、中央停留时间和站立次数均显著减少(P<0.01);与模型组比较,腹部推拿组、MC阻断剂组各评分升高(P<0.05,P<0.01);与MC阻断剂组比较,腹部推拿组在站立次数方面低于MC阻断剂组(P<0.01)。(3)透射电镜:与空白组比较,模型组肠道MC微绒毛形态不规则,呈脱颗粒状态;腹部推拿组较模型组MC形态规整,脱颗粒程度不明显。MC阻断剂组形态规则与空白组近似。(4)TRPV1 mRNA表达:与空白组比较,模型组表达量明显升高(P<0.01);与模型组比较,腹部推拿组和MC阻断剂组表达量明显降低(P<0.01);与MC阻断剂组比较,腹部推拿组TRPV1 mRNA的表达略高(P<0.05)。(5)免疫荧光检测:与空白组比较,模型组TRPV1阳性细胞数显著增多,且荧光强度明显增高;与模型组比较,腹部推拿组和MC阻断剂组模型组TRPV1阳性细胞数显著减少,且荧光强度明显降低。结论腹部推拿可能借助调控肠道MC脱颗粒,降低TRPV1表达,从而对内脏高敏感IBS-D大鼠起到干预作用。

CD44通过影响猪流行性腹泻病毒复制调节钠氢交换体3活性

本研究旨在研究CD44(cluster of differentiation 44)对感染猪流行性腹泻病毒(porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, PEDV)的猪小肠上皮细胞(IPEC-J2)中钠氢交换体3(NHE3)表达及膜转移的影响。以IPEC-J2为细胞模型,采用RT-qPCR和Western blot检测感染PEDV后不同时间点IPEC-J2细胞中NHE3和PEDV N表达量变化;转染质粒调控IPEC-J2中CD44表达后,采用TCID50和Western blot检测PEDV感染后不同时间点PEDV复制水平和NHE3蛋白表达变化,采用火焰原子吸收法检测IPEC-J2细胞内外Na^(+)浓度变化。转录组数据和细胞试验结果显示,与对照组相比,PEDV感染后IPEC-J2细胞中CD44蛋白表达水平和mRNA表达量均呈上调趋势,24~48 h内上升显著(P<0.05),而PEDV N蛋白表达水平在12~48 h内则呈显著下降趋势(P<0.05)。此外,CD44重组质粒转染试验结果显示,与PEDV感染组相比,过表达CD44后感染PEDV组细胞中病毒滴度和PEDV N蛋白表达水平显著降低(P<0.05),而干扰CD44后感染PEDV组细胞中病毒滴度和PEDV N蛋白表达水平则显著上升(P<0.05)。以上结果表明,高表达CD44具有抑制PEDV复制的作用,干扰CD44后PEDV复制增多。同时,为研究PEDV感染情况下,CD44是否参与了IPEC-J2细胞中NHE3表达的调节,采用Western blot和火焰原子吸收法检测了调节CD44后膜NHE3蛋白的表达水平和细胞内外Na^(+)浓度。结果表明,过表达CD44显著促进了膜NHE3蛋白的表达和活性(P<0.05),细胞内外Na^(+)浓度逐渐恢复正常水平。相反,干扰CD44显著降低了膜NHE3蛋白的表达和活性(P<0.05),细胞内外Na^(+)浓度呈现失衡状态。结果提示,CD44可能是缓解PEDV引发仔猪腹泻的潜在治疗靶点,它通过抑制IPEC-J2细胞中PEDV的复制来增加转移至质膜上的NHE3数量,从而维持细胞内外Na^(+)运转平衡。

腹泻型肠易激综合征患者内脏敏感性与直肠黏膜嗜铬细胞的相关性研究

目的探讨腹泻型肠易激综合征(IBS-D)患者肛门直肠动力、内脏敏感性的特征性改变,以及直肠黏膜嗜铬细胞数量与内脏敏感性及症状严重程度是否存在相关性。方法纳入2021年11月至2023年1月在首都医科大学附属北京朝阳医院消化内科门诊就诊的IBS-D患者49例(IBS-D组)和健康对照者21例(对照组),均采用肠易激综合征症状严重程度量表(IBS-SSS)评估症状严重程度,并进行肛门直肠压力测定(肛管静息压、肛管最大收缩压、收缩持续时间、肛门括约肌长度、肛管松弛率)及内脏敏感性检测(初始感觉阈值、便意感阈值、最大耐受值),在结肠镜检查时用定点式活检钳取黏膜标本,行5-羟色胺(5-HT)免疫组化染色,显微镜下观察并计数5-HT反应阳性的嗜铬细胞数量。采用偏相关分析直肠黏膜嗜铬细胞数量与内脏敏感性及IBS-SSS评分之间的相关性。结果两组性别构成差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),但年龄、体重指数组间比较差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。IBS-D组患者IBS-SSS评分明显高于对照组,初始感觉阈值、便意感阈值和最大耐受值明显低于对照组,差异均有统计学意义(P<0.05)。两组肛管最大收缩压、收缩持续时间、肛门括约肌长度比较差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),而IBS-D组肛管静息压低于对照组,肛管松弛率高于对照组(P<0.05)。IBS-D组患者肠黏膜5-HT阳性嗜铬细胞数为7.0(5.5,8.0)个/高倍视野,明显高于对照组的1.0(1.0,1.5)个/高倍视野,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。相关分析显示,直肠黏膜嗜铬细胞数量与初始感觉阈值、便意感阈值、最大耐受值呈负相关(P<0.05),而与IBS-SSS评分无明显相关性(P>0.05)。结论IBS-D患者内脏敏感性增高,直肠黏膜嗜铬细胞数量增多,且两者具有相关性。嗜铬细胞有望成为改善IBS-D患者内脏高敏感的治疗靶点。

丁酸甘油酯对断奶仔猪生长性能和腹泻率影响的Meta分析

研究旨在探讨丁酸甘油酯对断奶仔猪生长性能和腹泻率的影响,运用Meta分析方法进行系统评价。经检索万方、中国知网、维普、Pub Med和Web of Science数据库,搜索丁酸甘油酯对断奶仔猪生长性能影响的文献,按照纳入和排除标准筛选文献、提取资料,用Review Manager 5.4软件进行Meta分析。共纳入12个研究,样本838例。结果显示:丁酸甘油酯组的平均日增重显著高于空白组(P<0.0001,SMD=1.58,95%CI:0.80~2.36),平均日采食量与空白组差异不显著(P=0.30,SMD=-0.44,95%CI:-1.28~0.40),料重比显著低于空白组(P=0.0002,SMD=-0.85,95%CI:-1.29~-0.40),腹泻率显著低于空白组(P=0.0003,SMD=-2.78,95%CI:-4.27~-1.28)。说明饲料中添加丁酸甘油酯可显著提高断奶仔猪的平均日增重,降低料重比和腹泻率,建议丁酸甘油酯添加量为1%~2%。