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ArticleEndocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets2026

Mechanism of Buzhong Yiqi Decoction Modulates the Wnt5a/β-catenin Signaling Pathway to Ameliorate Thyroid Inflammatory Damage in Mice with Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Hao Gao, Ziyu Liu, Zhuo Zhao, Jiayun Li, Zhimin Wang, Huimin Cao, Yiran Chen, Si Chen, Zhe Jin, Xiao Yang

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Hao GaoSchool of Graduate Studies at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110847, China.
Ziyu LiuDepartment of Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, Liaoning Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Second Affiliated Hospital, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110034, China.
Zhuo ZhaoSchool of Graduate Studies at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110847, China.
Jiayun LiSchool of Graduate Studies at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110847, China.
Zhimin WangDepartment of Endocrinology, Affiliated Hospital, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110034, China.
Huimin CaoDepartment of Chinese Medicine Innovation Engineering Technology Center, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110847, China.
Yiran ChenDepartment of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, College of Acupuncture and Tuina, Liaoning University of Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110847, China.
Si ChenDepartment of Chinese Medicine Innovation Engineering Technology Center, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110847, China.
Zhe JinDepartment of Endocrinology, Second Affiliated Hospital, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110034, China.
Xiao YangDepartment of Endocrinology, Second Affiliated Hospital, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenyang 110034, China.

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introductionThe Objective is to explore the mechanism by which Buzhong Yiqi decoction improves inflammatory damage in autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT) mice based on the Wnt5a/ β-catenin signaling pathway.

methodsSixty 8-week-old NOD.H-2h4 mice of SPF grade were selected and randomly divided into six groups: control group, model group, Buzhong Yiqi decoction low, middle, and high-dose groups (4.78, 9.56, 19.12 g·kg-1), and Western medicine group (selenium yeast tablets, 3.033×10-5 g·kg-1), with ten mice in each group. All groups of AIT model mice were allowed to drink a 0.05% sodium iodide solution freely for 8 weeks to establish the AIT model, while the control group drank distilled water freely. ELISA, HE staining, Real-time PCR, and Western Blot were used to assess serum antibodies, thyroid pathology, and expression levels of Wnt5a, β-catenin, PPAR, GSK-3β, IL-1β, and IL-6.

resultsThe model group showed increased TgAb and TPOAb levels (P<0.01), lymphocyte infiltration, and altered expression of Wnt5a, β-catenin, PPAR, GSK-3β, IL-1β, and IL-6 (P<0.01). Buzhong Yiqi decoction groups and Western medicine groups significantly reduced these effects, indicating improved thyroid function and inflammation reduction. DISCUSSION: Buzhong Yiqi decoction modulates the Wnt5a/β-catenin pathway, suggesting a potential therapeutic approach for AIT by reducing inflammation and restoring thyroid function.

conclusionBuzhong Yiqi decoction can effectively improve AIT inflammatory damage, and the modulation of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway may be one of its intervention mechanisms.

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Anti-Inflammatory Agentsbeta CateninDrugs, Chinese HerbalThyroid GlandThyroiditis, AutoimmuneWnt-5a ProteinAnimalsFemaleMaleMiceSignal TransductionAnti-Inflammatory Agentsbeta CateninBuzhong Yiqi decoctionCTNNB1 protein, mouseDrugs, Chinese HerbalWnt-5a ProteinWnt5a protein, mouseautoimmune thyroiditisBuzhong Yiqi decoctioninflammation.serum antibodiesthyroid pathology.Wnt5a/β-catenin signaling pathway

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