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Integrative analysis links traditional Chinese medicine syndrome differentiation to multi-dimensional skin phenotypes and predicts therapeutic response in photographs

  • By

  • Zhili Dou

  • Pingmei Shi

  • Juan Tan

  • Rong Jing

  • Caixia Hui

  • Yaoxia Zhang

  • Ruixi Li

  • Yuehao Sun

  • Yunlei Liu

  • May 29, 2026

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    The study links Traditional Chinese Medicine syndromes to distinct skin imaging phenotypes in patients with facial photodamage.

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    Four TCM syndromes were identified: liver–kidney Yin deficiency, liver Qi stagnation, spleen deficiency with dampness, and Qi stagnation and blood stasis.

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    Significant differences in skin imaging profiles were observed among the TCM syndromes, with specific patterns in UV spots and brown spot intensity.

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    An integrative prediction model combining TCM syndromes and imaging features achieved a high accuracy (AUC: 0.99) in predicting treatment outcomes.

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    This research bridges TCM theory and modern dermatological assessment, promoting a data-driven, personalized approach to skin treatment.

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Integrative analysis links traditional Chinese medicine syndrome differentiation to multi-dimensional skin phenotypes and predicts therapeutic response in photographs

  • by Zhili Dou, Pingmei Shi, Juan Tan, Rong Jing, Caixia Hui, Yaoxia Zhang, Ruixi Li, Yuehao Sun, Yunlei Liu

  • May 29, 2026

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