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Tong T, Zhang J, Jia L, Liang P, Wang N. Integrated proteomics and metabolomics analysis reveals hubs protein and network alterations in myasthenia gravis. Aging (Albany NY) 2022; 14:5417-5426. [PMID: 35802752 PMCID: PMC9320536 DOI: 10.18632/aging.204156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Background: Thymoma-associated myasthenia gravis (TAMG) is a well-described subtype of Myasthenia gravis (MG). Nevertheless, the detailed proteins and bioprocess differentiating TAMG from TAMG (−) thymoma have remained unclear. Methods: The proteomics and metabolomics were carried out on serum samples from thymoma group (n = 60, TNMG), TAMG (+) thymoma group (n = 70, TAMG (+)), and TAMG (−) thymomas group (n = 62, TAMG (−)), and controls (n = 159). groups. Proteomics and metabolomics analyses, including weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA), was conducted to detect the hub proteins and metabolomics processes that could differentiate TAMG (+) from TAMG (−) thymomas. MetaboAnalyst was used to examine the integration of proteomic and metabolomic analysis to differentiate TAMG (+) from TAMG (−) thymomas. Results: The of module–trait correlation of WGCNA analysis identified KRT1, GSN, COL6A1, KRT10, FOLR2, KRT9, KRT2, TPI1, ARF3, LYZ, ADIPOQ, SEMA4B, IGKV1-27, MASP2, IGF2R was associated with TAMG (+) thymomas. In addition, organismal systems-immune system and metabolism-biosynthesis of other secondary metabolites were closely related to the mechanism of TAMG (+) pathogenesis. Conclusion: Our integrated proteomics and metabolomics analysis supply a systems-level view of proteome changes in TAMG (+), TAMG (−) thymomas and exposes disease-associated protein network alterations involved in.
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- Tong Tong
- Department of Anesthesiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050011, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050011, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050011, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050011, China
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- Department of Gynaecology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang 050011, China
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Wen Y, Zhang X, Xu Y, Qiao D, Guo S, Sun N, Yang C, Han M, Liu Z. Cognitive Impairment in Adolescent Major Depressive Disorder With Nonsuicidal Self-Injury: Evidence Based on Multi-indicator ERPs. Front Hum Neurosci 2021; 15:637407. [PMID: 33716699 PMCID: PMC7943920 DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2021.637407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The lifetime prevalence of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adolescents is reported to be as high as 20%; thus, MDD constitutes a significant social and public health burden. MDD is often associated with nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) behavior, but the contributing factors including cognitive function have not been investigated in detail. To this end, the present study evaluated cognitive impairment and psychosocial factors in associated with MDD with NSSI behavior. Eighteen and 21 drug-naïve patients with first-episode MDD with or without NSSI (NSSI+/- group) and 24 healthy control subjects (HC) were enrolled in the study. The Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAMA), Hamilton Depression Scale (HAMD), Adolescent Self-injury Questionnaire, Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation-Chinese Version (BSI-CV), Shame Scale for Middle School Students, Sensation Seeking Scale (SSS) and Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ) were used to assess depression-related behaviors, and event-related potentials (ERPs) were recorded as a measure of cognitive function. The latency of the N1, N2, P3a, P3b, and P50 components of ERPs at the Cz electrode point; P50 amplitude and P50 inhibition (S1/S2) showed significant differences between the 3 groups. CTQ scores also differed across three groups, and the NSSI- and NSSI+ groups showed significant differences in scores on the Shame Scale for Middle School Students. Thus, cognitive function was impaired in adolescents with MDD with NSSI behavior, which was mainly manifested as memory decline, attention and executive function deficits, and low anti-interference ability. We also found that childhood abuse, lack of social support, and a sense of shame contributed to NSSI behavior. These findings provide insight into the risk factors for MDD with NSSI behavior, which can help mental health workers more effectively diagnose and treat these patients.
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- Yujiao Wen
- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China
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Weng S, Fan Z, Qiu G, Liu F, Huang L, Li J, Jiang X, Song Z, Gao Y, Zhong Z, He L, Kang L, Wu Y, Chen B, Jiang Q. Therapeutic efficacy and immunoregulatory effect of Qiangji Jianli Capsule for patients with myasthenia gravis: Study protocol for a series of randomized, controlled N-of-1 trials. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e23679. [PMID: 33371107 PMCID: PMC7748195 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000023679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease in which antibodies directly target components of the neuromuscular junction, causing neuromuscular conduction damage that leads to muscle weakness. The current pharmaceutical treatment for MG is still not ideal to address the problems of disease progression, high recurrence rate, and drug side effects. Clinical observations suggest that traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can strengthen immunity and improve symptoms of MG patients, delay the progression of the disease, reduce or even prevent the need for immunosuppressive therapy when used in combination with acetylcholinesterase inhibitors or low-dose prednisone, as well as improve the quality of life of patients. The Qiangji Jianli Capsule (QJC) is a combination of medicinal herbs which is used in traditional Chinese medicine. Since MG is a rare disorder, randomized controlled trials comparing large cohorts are difficult to conduct. Therefore, we proposed to aggregate data from a small series of N-of-1 trials to assess the effect of the Chinese medical prescription QJC, which strengthens the spleen and nourishes Qi, as an add-on treatment for MG with spleen and stomach Qi deficiency syndrome. METHODS AND ANALYSIS Single-center, randomized, double-blind, multiple crossover N-of-1 studies will compare QJC versus placebo in 5 adult MG patients with spleen and stomach Qi deficiency syndrome. Patients will undergo 3 cycles of two 4-week intervention periods. According to the treatment schedule, patients will continue to be treated with pyridine bromide tablets, prednisone acetate, tablets and/or tacrolimus capsules throughout the entire trial. Each period consisting of 4-week oral add-on treatment with QJC will be compared with 4-week add-on treatment with a placebo. The primary endpoints are quantitative myasthenia gravis (QMG) test; measurement of the amount of Treg cells and cytokines such as interferon-γ (IFN-γ), interleukin-4 (IL-4), interleukin-17A (IL-17A), and transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β); and corticosteroid or immunosuppressive agent dosage. Secondary outcome measures: Clinical: Evaluation of the effect of TCM syndromes; MG-activities of daily living (MG-ADL) scales; adverse events. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This study was approved by The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (GZUCM), No. ZYYECK[2019]038. The results will be published in a peer-reviewed publication. Regulatory stakeholders will comment on the suitability of the trial for market authorization and reimbursement purposes. Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Register, ID: ChiCTR2000033516. Registered on 3 June 2020, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showprojen.aspx?proj=54618.
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- Senhui Weng
- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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- Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Spleen-Stomach, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
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Song J, Lei X, Jiao W, Song Y, Chen W, Li J, Chen Z. Effect of Qiangji Jianli decoction on mitochondrial respiratory chain activity and expression of mitochondrial fusion and fission proteins in myasthenia gravis rats. Sci Rep 2018; 8:8623. [PMID: 29872094 PMCID: PMC5988663 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-26918-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2018] [Accepted: 05/22/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disease characterized by the production of antibodies against acetylcholine receptors (AChRs). Qiangji Jianli (QJJL) decoction is an effective traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that is used to treat MG. Our study aimed to investigate the effect of QJJL decoction on MG and to clarify the mechanism by which QJJL regulates mitochondrial energy metabolism and mitochondrial fusion and fission (MFF). SPF female Lewis rats were administered Rat 97–116 peptides to induce experimental autoimmune myasthenia gravis (EAMG). The treatment groups received QJJL decoction (7.8 g/kg, 15.6 g/kg and 23.4 g/kg). Mitochondria were extracted from gastrocnemius tissue samples to detect respiratory chain complex enzymatic activity. Quantitative PCR and western blot analysis were performed to detect Mfn1/2, Opa1, Drp1 and Fis1 mRNA and protein expression, respectively, in the mitochondria. Transmission electron microscopy examination was performed to show the improvement of mitochondria and myofibrils after QJJL treatment. The results indicated that QJJL decoction may attenuate MG by promoting the enzymatic activity of respiratory chain complexes to improve energy metabolism. Moreover, QJJL decoction increased Mfn1/2, Opa1, Drp1 and Fis1 mRNA and protein expression to exert its curative effect on MFF. Thus, QJJL decoction may be a promising therapy for MG.
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- Jingwei Song
- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China.
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- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Institute of Spleen-Stomach, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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Liu GC, Gao BL, Yang HQ, Qi GY, Liu P. The clinical absolute and relative scoring system-a quantitative scale measuring myasthenia gravis severity and outcome used in the traditional Chinese medicine. Complement Ther Med 2014; 22:877-86. [PMID: 25440379 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2014.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2013] [Revised: 06/30/2014] [Accepted: 08/05/2014] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune disease caused by autoantigen against the nicotine acetylcholine receptor at the neuromuscular junction. With modern treatment facilities, the treatment effect and outcome for MG has been greatly improved with MG and non-MG patients enjoying the same life expectancy. Many classifications of disease distribution and severity have been set up and tested all over the world, mainly in the western world. However, the absolute and relative scoring system for evaluating the severity and treatment effect of MG in China where traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been practiced for thousands of years has not been introduced worldwide. The TCM has achieved a great success in the treatment of MG in the country with a huge population. This article serves to introduce this scoring system to the world.
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- Guo-Chao Liu
- Shijiazhuang First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, China
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- Shijiazhuang First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, China.
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- Department of Neurology, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, Zhengzhou University, China
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- Shijiazhuang First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, China
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- Shijiazhuang First Hospital, Hebei Medical University, China
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Shenqi fuzheng injection alleviates the transient worsening caused by steroids pulse therapy in treating myasthenia gravis. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2013; 2013:816829. [PMID: 24348721 PMCID: PMC3853041 DOI: 10.1155/2013/816829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2013] [Revised: 10/11/2013] [Accepted: 10/15/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Purpose. To evaluate the treatment effect and side effect of Shenqi Fuzheng Injection (SFI) on alleviating transient worsening of myasthenia gravis (MG) symptoms caused by high-dose steroids pulse therapy. Methods. Sixty-six consecutive patients with MG were randomly divided into two groups: the treatment group treated with SFI and methylprednisolone pulse therapy (MPT) and the control group treated with MPT alone. The severity of MG before, during, and after MPT and the duration of transient worsening (TW) were evaluated and compared with the clinical absolute scoring (AS) and relative scoring (RS) system. Results. Twenty-nine patients experienced TW in each group. At TW, the AS was significantly increased (P < 0.000) in both groups compared with baseline data, with the AS increase in the treatment group (16.8 ± 2) significantly smaller (P < 0.05) than in the control group (24.9 ± 2.5). At the end of the treatment course, the AS for the treatment group was significantly decreased (7.5 ± 0.9) compared with at TW, although no significant difference compared with the control (9.7 ± 1.1). The TW lasted 1-6 days (mean 3.7) for the treatment group, significantly shorter (P < 0.05) than 2-12 days (mean 7.8) for the control. The RS for the treatment group at the end of treatment was 43.8%-100% (mean 76.8% ± 2.6%), significantly better than the control group: 33.3%-100% (mean 67.2 ± 3.6%). Slight side effects (18.75%) included maldigestion and rash in the treatment group. Conclusion. SFI has a better treatment effect and few side effects and can alleviate the severity and shorten the duration of the transient worsening of MG during steroids pulse therapy.
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