Notch2 Inhibition and Kidney Cyst Growth in Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease.

Background: Notch signaling, a conserved mechanism of cell-to-cell communication, plays a crucial role in regulating cellular processes such as proliferation and differentiation in a context-dependent manner. However, the specific contribution of Notch signaling to the progression of polycystic kidney disease (PKD) remains unclear.

Methods: We investigated the changes in Notch signaling activity (Notch1-4) in the kidneys of autosomal dominant PKD (ADPKD) patients and two ADPKD mouse models (early and late onset).

Gallstones, cholecystectomy, and cancer risk: an observational and Mendelian randomization study.

This study aimed to comprehensively examine the association of gallstones, cholecystectomy, and cancer risk. Multivariable logistic regressions were performed to estimate the observational associations of gallstones and cholecystectomy with cancer risk, using data from a nationwide cohort involving 239 799 participants. General and gender-specific two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis was further conducted to assess the causalities of the observed associations.

ACE Loss Drives Renal Cell Carcinoma Growth and Invasion by Modulating AKT-FOXO1.

Purpose: Emerging literature links the role of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) to the progression of cancers. However, the function of RAAS has not been verified in Clear-cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC).

Methods: ACE expression in ccRCC tissues was determined using RT-PCR, Western blot, and immunohistochemistry staining.

Comparing unilateral and bilateral cerebral perfusion during total arch replacement for acute type A aortic dissection.

Objectives: To assess the effects of unilateral versus bilateral antegrade cerebral perfusion (u-ACP vs. b-ACP) on postoperative complications and mid-term follow-up results in Asian patients with acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) undergoing total arch replacement (TAR) + the frozen elephant trunk (FET).

Methods: Clinical baseline data and postoperative complications of 702 ATAAD patients undergoing TAR + FET at China Cardiovascular Centre Fuwai Hospital between January 2019 and December 2022 were collected.

The Latest Progress in the Application of Telitacicept in Autoimmune Diseases.

Introduction: Humoral immunity plays a key role in the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases, and B-lymphocyte activating factor (BAFF) and a proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL) are essential for the maintenance of B-lymphocyte reservoirs and humoral immunity. In March 2021, telitacicept, the world's first dual target three-channel biologic, was approved in China for the treatment of SLE and is currently in clinical trials exploring multiple indications for other autoimmune diseases.

Areas Covered: This article summarizes the mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, and clinical efficacy of telitacicept for the treatment of multiple autoimmune diseases.

Revealing transport, uptake and damage of polystyrene microplastics using a gut-liver-on-a-chip.

Microplastics (MPs) are pervasive pollutants present in various environments. They have the capability to infiltrate the human gastrointestinal tract through avenues like water and food, and ultimately accumulating within the liver. However, due to the absence of reliable platforms, the transportation, uptake, and damage of microplastics in the gut-liver axis remain unclear.

Gut-on-a-Chip Reveals Enhanced Peristalsis Reduces Nanoplastic-Induced Inflammation.

Nanoplastics (NPs) pollution is a global issue posing potential threats to human health, particularly the digestive system. NPs may exacerbate intestinal inflammation, increasing the risk of inflammatory bowel disease. However, the impact of intestinal peristalsis on NP-induced inflammation remains unknown.

Clinical and genetic characteristics of hypoparathyroidism in children: a multicenter experience in China.

Objective: This study was aimed to analyze the clinical and genetic characteristics of hypoparathyroidism in children.

Methods: We performed a retrospective analysis of 74 patients diagnosed with pediatric hypoparathyroidism from 2014 to 2023, recruited in five medical centers across China. Data of basic information and clinical tests were extracted from patients' records.

A Novel Liver Metastasis Score for Patients Undergoing Surgical Resection of Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors: A Multi-institutional Study.

Background: Liver metastasis impacts survival in patients with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NETs); however, current guidelines lack consensus on post-resection surveillance and adjuvant therapy. A comprehensive risk stratification tool is needed to guide personalized management.

Objective: We aimed to develop and validate a predictive model for liver metastasis risk after surgical resection of GEP-NETs that incorporates pathological factors and adjuvant therapy.

Association between periodic variation of air temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure and hospital admissions for acute occlusive mesenteric ischaemia.

Referring to the intestinal ischemic injury caused by sudden interruption of the blood supply, acute mesenteric ischemia (AMI) is a highly fatal emergency with mortality rates varying from 58 to 80%. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of temperature on AMI admission. This was a retrospective, multicentric study.

Preoperative frailty as a key predictor of short- and long-term outcomes among octogenarians undergoing hepatectomy for hepatocellular carcinoma: a multicenter comprehensive analysis.

Background: When considering hepatectomy for elderly HCC patients, it's essential to assess surgical safety and survival benefits. This study investigated the impact of preoperative frailty, assessed with the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS), on outcomes for octogenarians undergoing HCC hepatectomy.

Methods: A retrospective cohort study of octogenarians who had hepatectomy for HCC between 2010 and 2022 at 16 hepatobiliary centers was conducted.

Association of mutations in Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTBC) respiration chain genes with hyper-transmission.

Background: The respiratory chain plays a key role in the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTBC). However, the exact regulatory mechanisms of this system still need to be elucidated, and only a few studies have investigated the impact of genetic mutations within the respiratory chain on MTBC transmission. This study aims to explore the impact of respiratory chain gene mutations on the global spread of MTBC.

Targeted agents plus CHOP compared with CHOP as the first-line treatment for newly diagnosed patients with peripheral T-cell lymphoma (GUIDANCE-03): an open-label, multicentre phase 2 clinical trial.

Background: Peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL) is a heterogeneous disease with dismal outcomes. We conducted an open-label, phase 2 nonrandomised, externally controlled study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of targeted agents plus CHOP (cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, and prednisolone) (CHOPX) for PTCL in the front-line setting.

Methods: Eligible patients were ≥18 years of age and newly diagnosed PTCL.

A unique technique for thoracoabdominal aortic repair for 10 years: Normothermic iliac perfusion.

Background: The modality of thoracoabdominal aortic repair (TAAR) is mainly based on left heart bypass (LHB) in western countries, while in our team, it is mainly based on a unique technique, normothermic iliac perfusion, and there is a lack of systematic reports and long-term results. To describe the operative technique and summarize the patient characteristics and outcomes of TAAR with normothermic iliac perfusion in our team in the last decade. Meanwhile, to explore the influence of different previous surgical history on prognosis.

Toxin-antitoxin system gene mutations driving transmission revealed by whole genome sequencing.

Background: The toxin-antitoxin (TA) system plays a vital role in the virulence and pathogenicity of (). However, the regulatory mechanisms and the impact of gene mutations on transmission remain poorly understood.

Objective: To investigate the influence of gene mutations in the toxin-antitoxin system on transmission dynamics.