Presently,clinically specific drugs are absent for acute pancreatitis(AP).Numerous clinical investigations have extolled the notable efficacy of Qingyi Decoction(QYD,清胰汤)in the management of AP.However,the molecula...Presently,clinically specific drugs are absent for acute pancreatitis(AP).Numerous clinical investigations have extolled the notable efficacy of Qingyi Decoction(QYD,清胰汤)in the management of AP.However,the molecular mechanisms are lacking.Therefore,we analyzed pharmacological mechanisms of QYD in treating AP through network pharmacology.As for the network pharmacology,173active compounds and 1,073 active target genes for QYD were identified.Of these,884 active target genes correlated with AP among the 11128 AP-associated genes and were linked to the 173 active compounds.In addition,GO functional enrichment and KEGG pathway enrichment revealed that these target genes were mainly enriched in cancer signaling,neuroactive ligand-receptor interactions,lipids and atherosclerosis,cAMP signaling,central carbon metabolism in cancer,and calcium signaling pathways.Finally,molecular docking was employed to assess the binding affinity between target proteins and their associated compounds.This study identified critical compounds and potential target genes.Our study may serve as a foundation for subsequent investigations on the therapeutic potential of QYD in treating AP.展开更多
AIM: To investigate the effect of Qingyi decoction onthe expression of secreted phospholipase A2(s PLA2) in intestinal barrier injury.METHODS: Fifty healthy Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into control, seve...AIM: To investigate the effect of Qingyi decoction onthe expression of secreted phospholipase A2(s PLA2) in intestinal barrier injury.METHODS: Fifty healthy Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into control, severe acute pancreatitis(SAP), Qingyi decoction-treated(QYT), dexamethasonetreated(DEX), and verapamil-treated(VER) groups. The SAP model was induced by retrograde infusion of 1.5% sodium deoxycholate into the biliopancreatic duct of the rats. All rats were sacrificed 24 h post-SAP induction. Arterial blood, intestine, and pancreas from each rat were harvested for investigations. The levels of serum amylase(AMY) and diamine oxidase(DAO) were determined using biochemical methods, and serum tumor necrosis factor(TNF)-α level was measured by an enzyme linked immunosorbent assay. Pathologic changes in the harvested tissues were investigated by microscopic examination of hematoxylin and eosinstained tissue sections. The expressions of s PLA2 at m RNA and protein levels were detected by reverse transcriptase PCR and Western blot, respectively. A terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated d UTP nick-end labeling assay was used to investigate apoptosis of epithelial cells in the intestinal tissues. RESULTS: Compared to the control group, the expression of s PLA2 at both the m RNA and protein levels increased significantly in the SAP group(0.36 ± 0.13 vs 0.90 ± 0.38, and 0.16 ± 0.05 vs 0.64 ± 0.05, respectively; P s < 0.01). The levels of AMY, TNF-α and DAO in serum were also significantly increased(917 ± 62 U/L vs 6870 ± 810 U/L, 59.7 ± 14.3 ng/L vs 180.5 ± 20.1 ng/L, and 10.37 ± 2.44 U/L vs 37.89 ± 5.86 U/L, respectively; P s < 0.01). The apoptosis index of intestinal epithelial cells also differed significantly between the SAP and control rats(0.05 ± 0.02 vs 0.26 ± 0.06; P < 0.01). The serum levels of DAO and TNF-α, and the intestinal apoptosis index significantly correlated with s PLA2 expression in the intestine(r = 0.895, 0.893 and 0.926, respectively; Ps < 0.05). Thelevels of s PLA2, AMY, TNF-α, and DAO in the QYT, VER, and DEX groups were all decreased compared with the SAP group, but not the control group. Qingyi decoction intervention, however, gave the most therapeutic effect against intestinal barrier damage, although the onset of its therapeutic effect was slower. CONCLUSION: Qingyi decoction ameliorates acute pancreatitis-induced intestinal barrier injury by inhibiting the overexpression of intestinal s PLA2. This mechanism may be similar to that of verapamil.展开更多
BACKGROUND We studied the protective effects of Qingyi decoction(QYD)(a Traditional Chinese Medicine)against severe acute pancreatitis(SAP)-induced myocardial infarction(MI).AIM To study the function and mechanism of ...BACKGROUND We studied the protective effects of Qingyi decoction(QYD)(a Traditional Chinese Medicine)against severe acute pancreatitis(SAP)-induced myocardial infarction(MI).AIM To study the function and mechanism of QYD in the treatment of myocardial injuries induced by SAP.METHODS Ultrasonic cardiography,hematoxylin and eosin staining,immunohistochemistry,qRT-PCR,western blot,enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays,and apoptosis staining techniques were used to determine the effects of QYD following SAP-induced MI in Sprague-Dawley rats.RESULTS Our SAP model showed severe myocardial histological abnormalities and marked differences in the symptoms,mortality rate,and ultrasonic cardiography outputs among the different groups compared to the control.The expression of serum cytokines[interleukin(IL)-1?,IL-6,IL-8,IL-12,amyloidβ,and tumor necrosis factor-α]were significantly higher in the SAP versus QYD treated group(P<0.05 for all).STIM1 and Orai1 expression in myocardial tissue extracts were significantly decreased post QYD gavage(P<0.001).There was no significant histological difference between the 2-aminoethyl diphenylborinate inhibitor and QYD groups.The SAP group had a significantly higher apoptosis index score compared to the QYD group(P<0.001).CONCLUSION QYD conferred cardio-protection against SAP-induced MI by regulating myocardial-associated protein expression(STIM1 and Orai1).展开更多
BACKGROUND Recent studies have demonstrated that dysfunction of the intestinal barrier is a significant contributing factor to the development of severe acute pancreatitis(SAP).A stable intestinal mucosa barrier funct...BACKGROUND Recent studies have demonstrated that dysfunction of the intestinal barrier is a significant contributing factor to the development of severe acute pancreatitis(SAP).A stable intestinal mucosa barrier functions as a major anatomic and functional barrier,owing to the balance between intestinal epithelial cell(IEC)proliferation and apoptosis.There is some evidence that calcium overload may trigger IEC apoptosis and that calcineurin(CaN)/nuclear factor of activated Tcells(NFAT)signaling might play an important role in calcium-mediated apoptosis.AIM To investigate the potential mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effect of Qingyi decoction(QYD)in SAP.METHODS A rat model of SAP was created via retrograde infusion of sodium deoxycholate.Serum levels of amylase,tumor necrosis factor(TNF-α),interleukin(IL)-6,D-lactic acid,and diamine oxidase(DAO);histological changes;and apoptosis of IECs were examined in rats with or without QYD treatment.The expression of the two subunits of CaN and NFAT in intestinal tissue was measured via quantitative realtime polymerase chain reaction and western blotting.For in vitro studies,Caco-2 cells were treated with lipopolysaccharide(LPS)and QYD serum,and then cell viability and intracellular calcium levels were detected.RESULTS Retrograde infusion of sodium deoxycholate increased the severity of pancreatic and intestinal pathology and the levels of serum amylase,TNF-α,and IL-6.Both the indicators of intestinal mucosa damage(D-lactic acid and DAO)and the levels of IEC apoptosis were elevated in the SAP group.QYD treatment reduced the serum levels of amylase,TNF-α,IL-6,D-lactic acid,and DAO and attenuated the histological findings.IEC apoptosis associated with SAP was ameliorated under QYD treatment.In addition,the protein expression levels of the two subunits of CaN were remarkably elevated in the SAP group,and the NFATc3 gene was significantly upregulated at both the transcript and protein levels in the SAP group compared with the control group.QYD significantly restrained CaN and NFATc3 gene expression in the intestine,which was upregulated in the SAP group.Furthermore,QYD serum significantly decreased the LPS-induced elevation in intracellular free Ca^(2+)levels and inhibited cell death.CONCLUSION QYD can exert protective effects against intestinal mucosa damage caused by SAP and the protective effects are mediated,at least partially,by restraining IEC apoptosis via the CaN/NFATc3 pathway.展开更多
[Objectives]To examine the effects of Wumen Qingyi Decoction on inflammatory responses in patients with acute pancreatitis(AP).[Methods]Eighty patients with mild or severe AP were randomly allocated to a treatment gro...[Objectives]To examine the effects of Wumen Qingyi Decoction on inflammatory responses in patients with acute pancreatitis(AP).[Methods]Eighty patients with mild or severe AP were randomly allocated to a treatment group(Wumen Qingyi Decoction+baseline treated)or a control group(baseline treated).All patients were managed conservatively.In addition,the Group A received Wumen Qingyi Decoction for 400 mL/d for 7 d.Laboratory parameters,condition of disease and therapeutic effect indexes,and so on,between the two groups were compared.[Results]The recovery of serum levels of amylase(AMS),C reaction protein(CRP),and tumor necrosis factor(TNF-α),interleukin1(IL-1),IL-6,IL-10,as well as the scores of Balthazar and BISAP in Treatment group were quicker than those in Control group(P<0.05).In addition,the improvement of organic dysfunction in Treatment group was better than that in Control group.[Conclusions]The course of combined Wumen Qingyi Decoction and basic treatment of western medicine could effectively adjust the body's inflammatory response to promote the recovery process of acute pancreatitis.展开更多
Women's human rights are an important component part of human rights. The Chinese government has over the years made equality between men and women a basic state policy and made achievements that have attracted wo...Women's human rights are an important component part of human rights. The Chinese government has over the years made equality between men and women a basic state policy and made achievements that have attracted worldwide attention in the legislation and practice on protecting the rights of women. Not long ago, Ms. Huang Qingyi, Vice-Chairperson of the All-China Women's Federation, granted an interview with this reporter and answered questions on related issues.展开更多
Acute pancreatitis(AP)is one of the most common digestive system diseases.AP is associated with high rate of hospitalization and death risk,but it lacks specific and effective therapies.Qingyi Decoction(清胰汤)is the ...Acute pancreatitis(AP)is one of the most common digestive system diseases.AP is associated with high rate of hospitalization and death risk,but it lacks specific and effective therapies.Qingyi Decoction(清胰汤)is the basic formula for AP treatment.Qingyi Decoction can improve symptoms,inhibit inflammatory,ameliorate AP-induced organ injury via multiple pathways and targets,as demonstrated in many preclinical and clinical studies.This review summarized the progress of the clinical studies and mechanisms of Qingyi Decoction,aimed to provide valuable research information for the future clinical application and molecular mechanism research of Qingyi decoction.展开更多
Objective: To observe the clinical effects of Babaodan Capsule(八宝丹, BBD) combined with Qingyi Huaji Formula(清胰化积方, QYHJ) in treating patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. Methods: Eighty-one patients with ...Objective: To observe the clinical effects of Babaodan Capsule(八宝丹, BBD) combined with Qingyi Huaji Formula(清胰化积方, QYHJ) in treating patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. Methods: Eighty-one patients with advanced pancreatic cancer(from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2014) were enrolled. Patients were assigned to two groups: QYHJ plus BBD group(40 cases) and QYHJ only group(41 cases), and there were no significant differences for other treatment between two groups. The survival and cancer-related symptoms were compared between two groups over two cycles of treatment. Results: The cancer-related symptoms of patients such as ascites, jaundice, pain, abdominal distension, anorexia and Karnofsky performance status of QYHJ plus BBD group were significantly improved as compared with those of the QYHJ group(P<0.01). In addition, the 1-year survival rate of patients in QYHJ plus BBD group was longer than that in the QYHJ group(65% vs. 33%, respectively, P=0.0023). Conclusions: BBD with QYHJ is feasible treatment to prolong the survival of patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. However, it deserves to be further investigated in randomized clinical trials.展开更多
基金the Self-funded Scientific Research Project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Bureau of Traditional Chinese Medicine (GXZYZ20210427)。
文摘Presently,clinically specific drugs are absent for acute pancreatitis(AP).Numerous clinical investigations have extolled the notable efficacy of Qingyi Decoction(QYD,清胰汤)in the management of AP.However,the molecular mechanisms are lacking.Therefore,we analyzed pharmacological mechanisms of QYD in treating AP through network pharmacology.As for the network pharmacology,173active compounds and 1,073 active target genes for QYD were identified.Of these,884 active target genes correlated with AP among the 11128 AP-associated genes and were linked to the 173 active compounds.In addition,GO functional enrichment and KEGG pathway enrichment revealed that these target genes were mainly enriched in cancer signaling,neuroactive ligand-receptor interactions,lipids and atherosclerosis,cAMP signaling,central carbon metabolism in cancer,and calcium signaling pathways.Finally,molecular docking was employed to assess the binding affinity between target proteins and their associated compounds.This study identified critical compounds and potential target genes.Our study may serve as a foundation for subsequent investigations on the therapeutic potential of QYD in treating AP.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81173452
文摘AIM: To investigate the effect of Qingyi decoction onthe expression of secreted phospholipase A2(s PLA2) in intestinal barrier injury.METHODS: Fifty healthy Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into control, severe acute pancreatitis(SAP), Qingyi decoction-treated(QYT), dexamethasonetreated(DEX), and verapamil-treated(VER) groups. The SAP model was induced by retrograde infusion of 1.5% sodium deoxycholate into the biliopancreatic duct of the rats. All rats were sacrificed 24 h post-SAP induction. Arterial blood, intestine, and pancreas from each rat were harvested for investigations. The levels of serum amylase(AMY) and diamine oxidase(DAO) were determined using biochemical methods, and serum tumor necrosis factor(TNF)-α level was measured by an enzyme linked immunosorbent assay. Pathologic changes in the harvested tissues were investigated by microscopic examination of hematoxylin and eosinstained tissue sections. The expressions of s PLA2 at m RNA and protein levels were detected by reverse transcriptase PCR and Western blot, respectively. A terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated d UTP nick-end labeling assay was used to investigate apoptosis of epithelial cells in the intestinal tissues. RESULTS: Compared to the control group, the expression of s PLA2 at both the m RNA and protein levels increased significantly in the SAP group(0.36 ± 0.13 vs 0.90 ± 0.38, and 0.16 ± 0.05 vs 0.64 ± 0.05, respectively; P s < 0.01). The levels of AMY, TNF-α and DAO in serum were also significantly increased(917 ± 62 U/L vs 6870 ± 810 U/L, 59.7 ± 14.3 ng/L vs 180.5 ± 20.1 ng/L, and 10.37 ± 2.44 U/L vs 37.89 ± 5.86 U/L, respectively; P s < 0.01). The apoptosis index of intestinal epithelial cells also differed significantly between the SAP and control rats(0.05 ± 0.02 vs 0.26 ± 0.06; P < 0.01). The serum levels of DAO and TNF-α, and the intestinal apoptosis index significantly correlated with s PLA2 expression in the intestine(r = 0.895, 0.893 and 0.926, respectively; Ps < 0.05). Thelevels of s PLA2, AMY, TNF-α, and DAO in the QYT, VER, and DEX groups were all decreased compared with the SAP group, but not the control group. Qingyi decoction intervention, however, gave the most therapeutic effect against intestinal barrier damage, although the onset of its therapeutic effect was slower. CONCLUSION: Qingyi decoction ameliorates acute pancreatitis-induced intestinal barrier injury by inhibiting the overexpression of intestinal s PLA2. This mechanism may be similar to that of verapamil.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No,81573751.
文摘BACKGROUND We studied the protective effects of Qingyi decoction(QYD)(a Traditional Chinese Medicine)against severe acute pancreatitis(SAP)-induced myocardial infarction(MI).AIM To study the function and mechanism of QYD in the treatment of myocardial injuries induced by SAP.METHODS Ultrasonic cardiography,hematoxylin and eosin staining,immunohistochemistry,qRT-PCR,western blot,enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays,and apoptosis staining techniques were used to determine the effects of QYD following SAP-induced MI in Sprague-Dawley rats.RESULTS Our SAP model showed severe myocardial histological abnormalities and marked differences in the symptoms,mortality rate,and ultrasonic cardiography outputs among the different groups compared to the control.The expression of serum cytokines[interleukin(IL)-1?,IL-6,IL-8,IL-12,amyloidβ,and tumor necrosis factor-α]were significantly higher in the SAP versus QYD treated group(P<0.05 for all).STIM1 and Orai1 expression in myocardial tissue extracts were significantly decreased post QYD gavage(P<0.001).There was no significant histological difference between the 2-aminoethyl diphenylborinate inhibitor and QYD groups.The SAP group had a significantly higher apoptosis index score compared to the QYD group(P<0.001).CONCLUSION QYD conferred cardio-protection against SAP-induced MI by regulating myocardial-associated protein expression(STIM1 and Orai1).
基金Supported by the National Key R and D Program of China,No.2019YFE0119300National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82074158+2 种基金Project funded by China Postdoctoral Science Foundation,No.2018M631793Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province,No.2019-ZD-0624Dalian Traditional Chinese Medicine-Related Scientific Research Project,No.18Z2002.
文摘BACKGROUND Recent studies have demonstrated that dysfunction of the intestinal barrier is a significant contributing factor to the development of severe acute pancreatitis(SAP).A stable intestinal mucosa barrier functions as a major anatomic and functional barrier,owing to the balance between intestinal epithelial cell(IEC)proliferation and apoptosis.There is some evidence that calcium overload may trigger IEC apoptosis and that calcineurin(CaN)/nuclear factor of activated Tcells(NFAT)signaling might play an important role in calcium-mediated apoptosis.AIM To investigate the potential mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effect of Qingyi decoction(QYD)in SAP.METHODS A rat model of SAP was created via retrograde infusion of sodium deoxycholate.Serum levels of amylase,tumor necrosis factor(TNF-α),interleukin(IL)-6,D-lactic acid,and diamine oxidase(DAO);histological changes;and apoptosis of IECs were examined in rats with or without QYD treatment.The expression of the two subunits of CaN and NFAT in intestinal tissue was measured via quantitative realtime polymerase chain reaction and western blotting.For in vitro studies,Caco-2 cells were treated with lipopolysaccharide(LPS)and QYD serum,and then cell viability and intracellular calcium levels were detected.RESULTS Retrograde infusion of sodium deoxycholate increased the severity of pancreatic and intestinal pathology and the levels of serum amylase,TNF-α,and IL-6.Both the indicators of intestinal mucosa damage(D-lactic acid and DAO)and the levels of IEC apoptosis were elevated in the SAP group.QYD treatment reduced the serum levels of amylase,TNF-α,IL-6,D-lactic acid,and DAO and attenuated the histological findings.IEC apoptosis associated with SAP was ameliorated under QYD treatment.In addition,the protein expression levels of the two subunits of CaN were remarkably elevated in the SAP group,and the NFATc3 gene was significantly upregulated at both the transcript and protein levels in the SAP group compared with the control group.QYD significantly restrained CaN and NFATc3 gene expression in the intestine,which was upregulated in the SAP group.Furthermore,QYD serum significantly decreased the LPS-induced elevation in intracellular free Ca^(2+)levels and inhibited cell death.CONCLUSION QYD can exert protective effects against intestinal mucosa damage caused by SAP and the protective effects are mediated,at least partially,by restraining IEC apoptosis via the CaN/NFATc3 pathway.
基金Supported by the Science and Technology Project of Suzhou Municipal Health Commission(Special Technical Project for Diagnosis and Treatment of Key Clinical Diseases:LCZX201917)2020 Science and Technology Development Plan Project of Suzhou Science and Technology Bureau(SYSD2020149).
文摘[Objectives]To examine the effects of Wumen Qingyi Decoction on inflammatory responses in patients with acute pancreatitis(AP).[Methods]Eighty patients with mild or severe AP were randomly allocated to a treatment group(Wumen Qingyi Decoction+baseline treated)or a control group(baseline treated).All patients were managed conservatively.In addition,the Group A received Wumen Qingyi Decoction for 400 mL/d for 7 d.Laboratory parameters,condition of disease and therapeutic effect indexes,and so on,between the two groups were compared.[Results]The recovery of serum levels of amylase(AMS),C reaction protein(CRP),and tumor necrosis factor(TNF-α),interleukin1(IL-1),IL-6,IL-10,as well as the scores of Balthazar and BISAP in Treatment group were quicker than those in Control group(P<0.05).In addition,the improvement of organic dysfunction in Treatment group was better than that in Control group.[Conclusions]The course of combined Wumen Qingyi Decoction and basic treatment of western medicine could effectively adjust the body's inflammatory response to promote the recovery process of acute pancreatitis.
文摘Women's human rights are an important component part of human rights. The Chinese government has over the years made equality between men and women a basic state policy and made achievements that have attracted worldwide attention in the legislation and practice on protecting the rights of women. Not long ago, Ms. Huang Qingyi, Vice-Chairperson of the All-China Women's Federation, granted an interview with this reporter and answered questions on related issues.
基金Self-funded Scientific Research Project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Bureau of Traditional Chinese Medicine(GXZYZ20210427)。
文摘Acute pancreatitis(AP)is one of the most common digestive system diseases.AP is associated with high rate of hospitalization and death risk,but it lacks specific and effective therapies.Qingyi Decoction(清胰汤)is the basic formula for AP treatment.Qingyi Decoction can improve symptoms,inhibit inflammatory,ameliorate AP-induced organ injury via multiple pathways and targets,as demonstrated in many preclinical and clinical studies.This review summarized the progress of the clinical studies and mechanisms of Qingyi Decoction,aimed to provide valuable research information for the future clinical application and molecular mechanism research of Qingyi decoction.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81173461)Development Project of the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2015M581532)
文摘Objective: To observe the clinical effects of Babaodan Capsule(八宝丹, BBD) combined with Qingyi Huaji Formula(清胰化积方, QYHJ) in treating patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. Methods: Eighty-one patients with advanced pancreatic cancer(from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2014) were enrolled. Patients were assigned to two groups: QYHJ plus BBD group(40 cases) and QYHJ only group(41 cases), and there were no significant differences for other treatment between two groups. The survival and cancer-related symptoms were compared between two groups over two cycles of treatment. Results: The cancer-related symptoms of patients such as ascites, jaundice, pain, abdominal distension, anorexia and Karnofsky performance status of QYHJ plus BBD group were significantly improved as compared with those of the QYHJ group(P<0.01). In addition, the 1-year survival rate of patients in QYHJ plus BBD group was longer than that in the QYHJ group(65% vs. 33%, respectively, P=0.0023). Conclusions: BBD with QYHJ is feasible treatment to prolong the survival of patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. However, it deserves to be further investigated in randomized clinical trials.