南方医科大学学报 ›› 2026, Vol. 46 ›› Issue (10): 2285-2295.doi: 10.12122/j.issn.1673-4254.2026.10.01
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收稿日期:2026-08-09
出版日期:2026-10-20
发布日期:2026-10-26
通讯作者:
仝小林
E-mail:dqf1689@smu.edu.cn;tongxiaolin@vip.163.com
作者简介:杜庆锋,博士,教授,E-mail: dqf1689@smu.edu.cn基金资助:
Qingfeng DU1,2(
), Xiaolin TONG3(
)
Received:2026-08-09
Online:2026-10-20
Published:2026-10-26
Contact:
Xiaolin TONG
E-mail:dqf1689@smu.edu.cn;tongxiaolin@vip.163.com
摘要:
中西医结合学科历经七十年发展,逐步形成了以“单靶点”验证为主导的科研范式。该范式在“线性因果、变量较少”的问题域中成效卓著,但面对“非线性、多因素交织”的复杂问题域,其解释力日益不足。本文梳理了这一范式的成就与局限,深入分析其与学科核心问题域之间的结构性错配,进而提出“态靶因果”验证的科研范式。该范式以“宏观状态与微观事件之间的跨层级因果耦合”为验证对象,通过“寻找耦合-证明耦合-运用耦合”三个递进层次,以及“定义宏观表型、捕捉微观变量、干预验证共变、反向验证因果”四步研究闭环来实现操作化。文章进一步用“态靶因果”范式对吴以岭团队基于脉络学说防治微血管共病、陈香美团队基于“风湿扰肾”理论治疗IgA肾病、张亭栋-王振义-陈竺团队基于“以毒攻毒”理论治疗急性早幼粒细胞白血病等3个案例进行回顾分析与解读,展示了新范式对前期重要研究的内在逻辑解释力。最后,提出了宏观表型标准化、候选靶点库建设、跨层级统计方法发展、实验性反向验证、多中心平台建设、AI技术辅助应用以及方法学推广等未来重点任务。本文认为,“态靶因果”范式标志着中西医结合研究从“借用他人范式”走向“自主建构范式”,为学科建立与自身问题域相匹配的科研方法论提供了系统框架。
杜庆锋, 仝小林. 中西医结合科研范式的升级:从“单靶点”验证到“态靶因果”验证[J]. 南方医科大学学报, 2026, 46(10): 2285-2295.
Qingfeng DU, Xiaolin TONG. Upgrading the scientific research paradigm of integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine: from "single-target" validation to "state-target causality" validation[J]. Journal of Southern Medical University, 2026, 46(10): 2285-2295.
| Dimension | Problem domains with linear causality and limited variables | Problem domains with nonlinearity and multiple interacting factors |
|---|---|---|
| Dominant paradigm | "Single target" validation paradigm | "State-target causality" validation paradigm |
| Causal structure | Clear, decomposable, and traceable causal chains | Entangled causal networks with nonlinear characteristics and emergent effects |
| Optimal epistemic strategy | Open the black-box and directly trace the causal chain | Grey-box approach: start from the macro level and gradually extend to the micro level |
| Causal inference methods | Reductionist analysis, controlled experiments, randomized controlled trials | Systems science, network analysis, multi-level causal inference |
| Validation logic | Verify the linear chain of "drug-target-effect" | Verify the cross-level causal coupling of " state-target-effect" |
| Evaluation endpoints | Changes in specific indicators or pathways | Symptom relief, functional recovery, quality of life improvement |
| Philosophical foundation | Reductionism | Systems theory |
表1 从“单靶点”到“态靶因果”的范式升级:两类问题域的认知策略对比
Tab.1 Paradigm upgrade from "single‑target" to "state‑target causality": a comparison of cognitive strategies for two types of problem domains
| Dimension | Problem domains with linear causality and limited variables | Problem domains with nonlinearity and multiple interacting factors |
|---|---|---|
| Dominant paradigm | "Single target" validation paradigm | "State-target causality" validation paradigm |
| Causal structure | Clear, decomposable, and traceable causal chains | Entangled causal networks with nonlinear characteristics and emergent effects |
| Optimal epistemic strategy | Open the black-box and directly trace the causal chain | Grey-box approach: start from the macro level and gradually extend to the micro level |
| Causal inference methods | Reductionist analysis, controlled experiments, randomized controlled trials | Systems science, network analysis, multi-level causal inference |
| Validation logic | Verify the linear chain of "drug-target-effect" | Verify the cross-level causal coupling of " state-target-effect" |
| Evaluation endpoints | Changes in specific indicators or pathways | Symptom relief, functional recovery, quality of life improvement |
| Philosophical foundation | Reductionism | Systems theory |
图1 "态靶因果"验证范式的三个递进层次与四步研究闭环
Fig.1 The 3 progressive levels and the 4-step research loop of the "state-target causality" validation paradigm (Created with BioGDP[29]).
| Four-step research loop | Wu Yiling team (microangiopathy) | Chen Xiangmei team (IgA nephropathy) | Arsenic trioxide therapy for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Define macroscopic phenotypes | Established diagnostic criteria for "Vessel-collateral and vascular system disease" based on syndrome differentiation; clarified the correspondence between the Yingwei theory and vascular endothelial function as well as neurohumoral regulation. | Established a "four-in-one" evaluation system integrating TCM syndromes, Western-medicine clinical features, pathology, and biomarkers; promoted the standardization and objectification of TCM syndrome in IgA nephropathy. | Took deficiency of healthy Qi and toxic pathogens as the core; defined major TCM syndrome classifications for APL (e.g., deficiency of Qi -blood, intense exuberant heat toxin, etc.) without objectively characterizing or standardizing the state. |
| Capture microscopic variables | Used mesenteric microcirculation and cardiac surface microvasculature techniques to reveal four categories of microscopic pathological features at the "Minute collaterals and microvessels" level. | Correlated TCM syndromes with immune-inflammatory factors, renal injury biomarkers, and renal histopathological changes. | Identified the molecular target of arsenic trioxide (ATO) as the PML-RARα fusion protein; elucidated the molecular mechanism by which ATO induces degradation of this protein. |
| Verify covariation through intervention | Administration of collateral-dredging drugs (Tongxinluo, Shensong Yangxin, and Qili Qiangxin) regulate both "Ying-Wei, Qi-blood" and the micro-pathological changes in "Minute collaterals and microvessels" in parallel. | Multi-center randomized controlled trials (RCT) confirmed that Huangkui Capsule reduced proteinuria and preserved renal function, while simultaneously improving immuno-inflammatory responses and renal microcirculation. | Verified that PML-RARα degradation after ATO treatment occurred synchronously with clinical remission in patients. |
| Reverse-validate causality | Systematic reverse validation has not yet been completed; percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and vasodilator interventions provided indirect supporting evidence for the restoration of Ying-Wei, Qi-blood regulation in the vessel collaterals. | Mechanistic studies have suggested regulatory effects on certain pathways; systematic target-blockade and rescue experiments remain insufficient. | ATO directly targets PML-RARα; altering the binding site reduces therapeutic efficacy. |
表2 3个历史案例与四步研究闭环的对应关系
Tab.2 Correspondence between the 3 historical cases and the 4‑step research loop
| Four-step research loop | Wu Yiling team (microangiopathy) | Chen Xiangmei team (IgA nephropathy) | Arsenic trioxide therapy for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Define macroscopic phenotypes | Established diagnostic criteria for "Vessel-collateral and vascular system disease" based on syndrome differentiation; clarified the correspondence between the Yingwei theory and vascular endothelial function as well as neurohumoral regulation. | Established a "four-in-one" evaluation system integrating TCM syndromes, Western-medicine clinical features, pathology, and biomarkers; promoted the standardization and objectification of TCM syndrome in IgA nephropathy. | Took deficiency of healthy Qi and toxic pathogens as the core; defined major TCM syndrome classifications for APL (e.g., deficiency of Qi -blood, intense exuberant heat toxin, etc.) without objectively characterizing or standardizing the state. |
| Capture microscopic variables | Used mesenteric microcirculation and cardiac surface microvasculature techniques to reveal four categories of microscopic pathological features at the "Minute collaterals and microvessels" level. | Correlated TCM syndromes with immune-inflammatory factors, renal injury biomarkers, and renal histopathological changes. | Identified the molecular target of arsenic trioxide (ATO) as the PML-RARα fusion protein; elucidated the molecular mechanism by which ATO induces degradation of this protein. |
| Verify covariation through intervention | Administration of collateral-dredging drugs (Tongxinluo, Shensong Yangxin, and Qili Qiangxin) regulate both "Ying-Wei, Qi-blood" and the micro-pathological changes in "Minute collaterals and microvessels" in parallel. | Multi-center randomized controlled trials (RCT) confirmed that Huangkui Capsule reduced proteinuria and preserved renal function, while simultaneously improving immuno-inflammatory responses and renal microcirculation. | Verified that PML-RARα degradation after ATO treatment occurred synchronously with clinical remission in patients. |
| Reverse-validate causality | Systematic reverse validation has not yet been completed; percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and vasodilator interventions provided indirect supporting evidence for the restoration of Ying-Wei, Qi-blood regulation in the vessel collaterals. | Mechanistic studies have suggested regulatory effects on certain pathways; systematic target-blockade and rescue experiments remain insufficient. | ATO directly targets PML-RARα; altering the binding site reduces therapeutic efficacy. |
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