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{"title":"HNMT Promotes the Occurrence and Progression of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma by Inhibiting the IFN/TXNIP/p53 Axis.","authors":"Sheng Cheng, Xi-Fang Wu, Wei-di Sun, Hong Zhai, Xin Liu, Chao-Wu Jiang, Biao Ruan","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00072-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00072-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Histamine N-methyltransferase (HNMT) is involved primarily in histamine metabolism, but emerging evidence suggests its potential role in cancer progression. This study investigated the role of HNMT in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) and its impact on interferon (IFN) signaling, thioredoxin-interacting protein (TXNIP), and p53 tumor suppressor pathways.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>HNMT expression in NPC tissues and cell lines was analyzed via qPCR and Western blotting. Functional assays, including cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and apoptosis, were performed after HNMT knockdown or overexpression. Transcriptomic sequencing was used to identify differentially expressed genes (DEGs). In addition, we examined the relationship between HNMT and the IFN/TXNIP/p53 axis via rescue experiments in vitro and in vivo models via qPCR and Western blotting.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>HNMT knockdown reduced cell proliferation, migration, and invasion, and promoted apoptosis in NPC tissues and cell lines. TXNIP was the most significantly upregulated gene following HNMT knockdown. Inhibition of the IFN pathway reversed these effects, confirming the role of HNMT in downregulating the IFN/TXNIP/p53 pathway. An in vivo study revealed that HNMT overexpression correlated with reduced expression of TXNIP and p53 in NCG mice.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In NPC, HNMT promotes tumor growth and progression by inhibiting the IFN/TXNIP/p53 axis. These findings suggest that targeting the HNMT axis or restoring its function could provide new therapeutic strategies for NPC.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144265452","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Unveiling the Concealed Correlation: The Significance of NPM1 Mutation Beyond Blast Percentage in Myeloid Neoplasms.","authors":"Jian Zhang, Kui-Fei Wu, Wen Xiu, Li-Ping Jia","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00066-8","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00066-8","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144207910","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"FOXM1 Promotes Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Progression by Increasing CHEK1 Expression.","authors":"Xiao-Ning Lu, Jun Chen, Guang Han, Cheng Ding, Chang Li, Chun Xu, Yuan Cui, Sheng Ju, Xin Tong, Jun Zhao","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00055-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00055-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a leading cause of cancer-associated mortality. This study aimed to investigate the role of checkpoint kinase 1 (CHEK1) in NSCLC progression and its regulatory relationship with forkhead box protein M1 (FOXM1).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Transwell assays were used to evaluate the migration and invasion capabilities of NSCLC cells with either CHEK1 overexpression or knockdown. The expression of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) markers in NSCLC cells under CHEK1 overexpression or knockdown conditions was analyzed via Western blotting. Proliferative capacity was assessed using CCK-8 assays in NSCLC cells with modulated CHEK1 expression. Additionally, real-time quantitative PCR was employed to measure CHEK1 and FOXM1 expression levels in NSCLC tissues. The effects of CHEK1 knockdown on tumor growth were further validated in animal models. The binding of FOXM1 to the CHEK1 promoter region was examined using dual-luciferase reporter assays and chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) assays.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>FOXM1 and CHEK1 were upregulated in NSCLC tissues. CHEK1 overexpression promoted NSCLC cell proliferation, while its knockdown suppressed proliferation, inhibited EMT, and reduced tumor growth in vivo. FOXM1 was shown to directly bind to CHEK1 promoter, thereby upregulating CHEK1 expression.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>CHEK1 promotes NSCLC cell proliferation and tumor growth, and its expression is regulated by FOXM1. These findings suggest CHEK1 and FOXM1 are potential therapeutic targets for NSCLC treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144157268","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Histological Evidence of the Great Obstetrical Syndromes and Short-Term Neonatal Outcomes.","authors":"Dan Lv, Xu-Fang Li, Shi-Yao Chen, Praseth Leakana, Jia-Qi Han, Jun-Rong Xian, Fan-Fan Li, Meng-Zhou He, Yao Fan, He-Ze Xu, Li Liu, Wei Li, Xing-Guang Lin, Fang Ye, Dong-Rui Deng","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00062-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00062-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Great obstetrical syndrome (GOS) represents a group of pregnancy-related diseases that result in inadequate placentation. Most GOS cases end in preterm, either spontaneously or indicatively, and the use of antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) is inevitably discussed. The placenta is an important, transient fetal-derived organ and is the embodiment of maternal or fetal well-being. However, few studies provide histological evidence of the placenta in GOS. This study aims to address these issues.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 831 pregnant women were prospectively recruited. Placenta tissue was collected immediately and fixed with 4% paraformaldehyde solution for future H&E analysis. A novel checklist was devised to evaluate maternal vascular malperfusion sections on the basis of the commonly accepted Amsterdam placental workshop group consensus statement.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 131 patients were classified as having GOS. Comparisons between those with and without GOS revealed significant differences, including higher levels of distal villous hypoplasia, increased syncytial knots, accelerated villous maturation, and higher total scores in GOS. We found significant negative associations between GOS and neonatal weight, neonatal height, head circumference, placental surface area, placental volume, and placenta gross examination score. GOS neonates were 1.25 times more likely to have hyperbilirubinemia. Regarding the effect of ACS, a significant reduction in birthweight, height, and head circumference was observed, along with an increased risk of hyperbilirubinemia.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study provides histological evidence of the GOS that supports the defective deep placentation hypothesis. Our research also contributes to benefit-risk consultation in the GOS, such as in cases of PE and FGR, where a balance between fetal lung maturation and short-term neonatal outcomes is crucial.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144157270","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development and Application of the Portable Electromagnetic Navigation for Neurosurgery.","authors":"Sheng-Kun Lang, Zhi-Chao Gan, Qun Wang, Xing-Hua Xu, Fang-Ye Li, Jia-Shu Zhang, Cai Meng, Xiao-Lei Chen","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00059-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00059-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background and objective: </strong>Electromagnetic navigation technology has demonstrated significant potential in enhancing the accuracy and safety of neurosurgical procedures. However, traditional electromagnetic navigation systems face challenges such as high equipment costs, complex operation, bulky size, and insufficient anti-interference performance. To address these limitations, our study developed and validated a novel portable electromagnetic neuronavigation system designed to improve the precision, accessibility, and clinical applicability of electromagnetic navigation technology in cranial surgery.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The software and hardware architecture of a portable neural magnetic navigation system was designed. The key technologies of the system were analysed, including electromagnetic positioning algorithms, miniaturized sensor design, optimization of electromagnetic positioning and navigation algorithms, anti-interference signal processing methods, and fast three-dimensional reconstruction algorithms. A prototype was developed, and its accuracy was tested. Finally, a preliminary clinical application evaluation was conducted.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>This study successfully developed a comprehensive portable electromagnetic neuronavigation system capable of achieving preoperative planning, intraoperative real-time positioning and navigation, and postoperative evaluation of navigation outcomes. Through rigorous collaborative testing of the system's software and hardware, the accuracy of electromagnetic neuronavigation has been validated to meet clinical requirements.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study developed a portable neuroelectromagnetic navigation system and validated its effectiveness and safety through rigorous model testing and preliminary clinical applications. The system is characterized by its compact size, high precision, excellent portability, and user-friendly operation, making it highly valuable for promoting navigation technology and advancing the precision and minimally invasive nature of neurosurgical procedures.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144109797","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Epigenetic Modifications in Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Protective Mechanisms and Therapeutic Potential.","authors":"Jia-Huan Li, Chang Liu, Si-Yu Qiu, Shi-Mei Zheng, Ying-Zi He","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00049-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00049-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hearing loss, which currently affects more than 430 million individuals globally and is projected to exceed 700 million by 2050, predominantly manifests as sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL), for which existing technologies such as hearing aids and cochlear implants fail to restore natural auditory function. Research focusing on protecting inner ear hair cells (HCs) from harmful factors through the regulation of epigenetic modifications has gained significant attention in otology for its role in regulating gene expression without altering the DNA sequence, suggesting potential strategies for preventing and treating SNHL. By synthesizing relevant studies on the inner ear, this review summarizes the emerging roles of histone modifications, DNA methylation, and noncoding RNAs in HC damage, with a focus on their therapeutic potential through epigenetic modulation. Moreover, this review examines the therapeutic potential of epigenetic regulation for the prevention and treatment of SNHL, emphasizing the application of small-molecule epigenetic compounds and their efficacy in modulating gene expression to preserve and restore auditory function.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144109836","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"ELMOD2 Overexpression Predicts Adverse Outcomes and Regulates Tumor Progression in Gliomas.","authors":"Rui-Chao Li, Chang Liu, Guo-Jian Wang, Zi Wang, Rong-Lin Li, Hao-Tian Lu, Xiao-Xun Xie, Qing-Mei Zhang, Da-Qin Feng, Xiang Yun, Bin Luo","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00057-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00057-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Glioma is a highly heterogeneous and malignant intracranial tumor that presents challenges for clinical treatment. ELMO domain containing 2 (ELMOD2) is a GTPase-activating protein that regulates a range of cellular biological processes. However, its specific role and prognostic value in tumorigenesis are still unknown. This study aimed to assess the prognostic relevance and signaling function of ELMOD2 in gliomas.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The Chinese Glioma Genome Atlas (CGGA) and The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) databases were utilized to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the expression profile of ELMOD2 in gliomas, elucidating its associations with clinicopathological parameters and patient prognosis. Single-cell analysis was performed to characterize ELMOD2 expression across distinct glioma cell subpopulations. Gene Ontology (GO), Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analyses, and Gene Set Variation Analysis (GSVA) were employed to evaluate the potential biological functions of ELMOD2 in gliomagenesis. Specific small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) were used to knock down ELMOD2 in the glioma cell lines U251 and A172 to assess their cellular behaviors and examine the levels of multiple key signaling molecules associated with the occurrence of gliomas.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>ELMOD2 was overexpressed in gliomas, and this upregulation was correlated with tumor grade, isocitrate dehydrogenase mutation, and 1p/19q codeletion status. Notably, ELMOD2 expression was elevated in classical and mesenchymal subtypes, and single-cell resolution analysis revealed predominant enrichment within malignant cells. Functionally, ELMOD2 regulated cell cycle progression, and its overexpression was related to independent adverse outcomes. In vitro experiments revealed that ELMOD2 was located in the cytoplasm and nucleoplasm. Furthermore, ELMOD2 knockdown reduced proliferation, migration, and invasion and increased apoptosis in U251 and A172 cell lines. Finally, ELMOD2 knockdown significantly decreased p-Erk1/2.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>ELMOD2 expression in glioma is positively correlated with tumorigenesis and is a crucial independent prognostic marker. Thus, ELMOD2 is a promising biomarker and therapeutic target for glioma treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144109801","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Spontaneous Abortion of Females is Influenced by Their Male Partner's Heat Wave Exposure During Adolescence: A Nationwide Observational Study in China.","authors":"Yi-Ling Tan, Rui Qu, Wei-Qian Zhang, Dong-Dong Tang, Jing Yang, Xing Li","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00063-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00063-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Heat wave exposure significantly impacts human health. Nevertheless, studies on the long-term effects of heat wave exposure during adolescence on adverse pregnancy outcomes (APOs) are rare. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the long-term effects of heat wave exposure during adolescence and APOs.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We analyzed data from 3,376 female and 3,013 male participants across 31 provinces in China. All adolescents (10-19 years old), early adolescents (10-14), and late adolescents (15-19) were chosen as exposure windows. Heat waves were defined as periods lasting 2‒4 consecutive days with the daily temperature exceeding the 75th, 90th, and 92.5th percentiles. We employed multivariate logistic regression models to assess the associations between exposure to heat waves during adolescence and APOs.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results revealed significant associations between male exposure to heat wave events during late adolescence and spontaneous abortion (P < 0.05), which was more pronounced in South China. In contrast, no statistically significant associations were detected between males' exposure to heat wave events during adolescence and their partners' preterm birth (P > 0.05 for all comparisons). The exposure of females to heat waves during adolescence was not significantly associated with subsequent spontaneous abortion or preterm birth (P > 0.05 for all comparisons).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study demonstrates that spontaneous abortion in females is associated with heat wave exposure in their male partner during adolescence.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144109839","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index as a Predictor of Overall Survival in Cirrhosis: A Retrospective Cohort Study.","authors":"Chun-Yan Sun, Yu-Ning Wang, Hong-Fei Zhan, Yan Sun, Ya-Ping Guan, Yong Lin, Ling-Yan Cai, Xin Zeng","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00056-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00056-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The geriatric nutritional risk index (GNRI) is widely used for nutritional assessment. Poor nutritional status is associated with complications and poor survival in cirrhotic patients. We aimed to investigate the value of the GNRI in predicting outcomes in cirrhotic patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This retrospective study included 420 cirrhotic patients from three centers between 2013 and 2017. Patients were divided into the high GNRI group (≥ 92) and low GNRI group (< 92). Overall survival (OS) in the two groups was evaluated via the Kaplan‒Meier method. Cox proportional hazards model was used to estimate the value of the GNRI in predicting outcomes. Restricted cubic spline model was used to intuitively display the dose‒response associations between the GNRI and OS. A nomogram was constructed to predict OS.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>During the 2-year follow-up period, 58 (13.81%) patients died, and 262 (62.38%) patients experienced episodes of complications. Compared with patients in the low GNRI group, those in the high GNRI group had lower mortality rates (18.73% vs. 5.23%, P < 0.001). The GNRI was an independent predictor of OS (hazard ratio [HR] = 0.958, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.929-0.988, P = 0.007). The GNRI was associated with the cumulative incidence of ascites (HR = 0. 954, 95% CI 0.940-0.969, P < 0.001), spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (HR = 0.928, 95% CI 0.891-0.966, P < 0.001), hepatic encephalopathy (HE; HR = 0.944, 95% CI 0.920-0.968, P < 0.001), and hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) (HR = 0.916, 95% CI 0.861-0.974, P = 0.005). Furthermore, 6 independent factors were included to construct the nomogram for OS prediction, including GNRI, age, total bilirubin, serum sodium, history of HE and HRS. The C statistics of our model were 0.83 (95% CI 0.75-0.90) and 0.80 (95% CI 0.73-0.86) at 1 and 2 years, respectively. Patients whose GNRI score decreased within 3 and 6 months had poorer outcomes (P < 0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The lower GNRI score was associated with the higher cumulative incidence of complications and poorer OS of cirrhotic patients. The GNRI could be a helpful tool for assessing nutritional status and prognosis of these patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143994911","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Increased Hepatorenal Index Is Associated with the Risk of Developing Stroke in Patients with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.","authors":"Yang Li, Yi-Bin Wang, Min Zhu, Xiao-Ying Du, Ying-Ying Hou, Ban-Ban Wu, Yi-Xue Sun","doi":"10.1007/s11596-025-00051-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11596-025-00051-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between the sonographic hepatorenal index and stroke risk in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>From December 2023 to July 2024, 72 NAFLD patients with stroke, 53 stroke-free NAFLD patients, and 54 healthy controls were enrolled in our study. The hepatorenal index was calculated as the ratio of the echo intensity of the liver to that of the renal cortex. The mean brightness values for one region of interest within the right hepatic lobe and the other size-matched region at the same depth of field within the right kidney were obtained with two-dimensional ultrasound and a 1- to 6-MHz convex array probe. Laboratory tests were performed with a Cobas 8000 automatic biochemical analyzer. Univariate and multivariate analyses were adopted to analyze the risk factors for stroke in NAFLD patients.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>NAFLD patients had a greater hepatorenal index than healthy controls did (P < 0.05). Additionally, NAFLD patients with stroke had an even greater hepatorenal index than did those with stroke-free NAFLD (P < 0.001). Multivariate regression analysis further revealed that the hepatorenal index was independently associated with stroke risk in NAFLD patients (β = 8.897, P < 0.001) after controlling for age, body mass index, systolic blood pressure, and serum glucose, total cholesterol, alanine transaminase, and creatinine concentrations. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis revealed a sensitivity of 62.5% and specificity of 95.3% for the hepatorenal index, with a cutoff value of 1.255 and an area under the curve of 0.80.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The increased sonographic hepatorenal index could be an independent predictor of stroke development in patients with NAFLD.</p>","PeriodicalId":10820,"journal":{"name":"Current Medical Science","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144062576","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}