AIM: To investigate the effects of iptakalim hydrohloride on K_(ATP) mRNA expression in renal tissues of spontaneously hypertensive rats. METHODS: SHRs at the age of 12-week-old were treated with Ipt 1, 3, and 9 (mg?kg~(-1)?d~(-1)), benazepril 3 (mg?kg~(-1)?d~(-1)) once a day for 12 weeks, respectively. The same aged WKY rats were used as normal control. The effects of Ipt on BP and renal K_(ATP) mRNA expression were detected by RT-PCR. RESULTS: mRNA expression level of SUR2?Kir6.1 and Kir1.1 increased in SHR. After administration of 1, 3, and 9 (mg?kg~(-1)?d~(-1)) Ipt,the levels of BP were decreased,and the mRNA expression of Kir6.1 and Kir1.1 were decreased. But there was no change in mRNA expression of SUR2. In addition, there was no significantly difference of mRNA expression of Kir6.2 among the SHR groups and the WKY group. CONCLUSION: The renal protective effects of Ipt may be related to regulation of genes expression of Kir6.1 and Kir1.1.

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In recent years,with the further study of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell (BMSC),using BMSC transplantation for the treatment of ischemic cerebrovascular disease has become a research hotspot.However,there are still considerable controversies in the mechanism of action,transplanting time,transplantation path,and specific marker.

Acute appendicitis is the most common general surgical problem encountered during pregnancy, which may be associated with serious maternal and /or fetal complications such as appendiceal perforation or premature delivery.Clinical presentation and imaging remains vital in the diagnosis of appendicitis.As a general rule,the clinical suspicion of acute appendicitis during pregnancy is an indication for an urgent surgical intervention.Appendectomy is the preferred treatment.Laparoscopic appendicectomy(LA)can also be performed safely and effectively in pregnant patients without bringing additional maternal complications.

The article presented the drugs supply management mode reform in place since 2009 in the one district of Shanghai.Authors analyzed and commented the implementation and outcomes,and studied the potentials of successful promotion nationwide.They hold that such a mode works to some extent in terms of reducing management costs of medical institutions,lowering drug purchase price,encouraging rational drug use of such institutions,and reforming the compensation manner for medical institutions.This mode,however,calls for an operating environment in need of not only funding support,but also new concepts and economic development strength of the society as a whole.This means that such a mode is only recommended in developed areas in China.

ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) on blocking the development of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) induced by acid aspiration. MethodsTwenty new Zealand rabbits were used. Dilute HCl was instilled into right bronchus of the rabbits. The rabbits were then divided randomly into two groups: injury group and treatment group. In injury group ( n = 10) rabbits received no treatment except mechanical ventilation. In treatment group ( n = 10) immediately after acid instillation the rabbits received an intravenous bolus of PGE1 followed by a continuous infusion. Blood gas, airway pressure and dynamic and static compliance were measured before and after acid instillation. Blood samples were taken from artery for determination of 6-k-PGF1α, TXB2, NO2-/NO3- and ET-1. The animals were killed and the wet/dry lung weight (W/D) ratio and total protein of bronchoalveolar lavage fluid(BALF) of right lung were measured. Microscopic examination of the lung was done. ResultsIn treatment group PaO2 was significantly higher than that in injury group after acid instillation. Plasma 6-k-PGF1α and NO2-/NO3- levels were significantly higher in treatment group while plasma TXB2 and ET-1 levels were significantly lower. W/D ratio and TP of BALF of right lung were significantly lower in treatment group. The inflammatory changes were diffuse in injury group while in treatment group they were localized and less severe. Conclusions PGE1 can lessen severity of ARDS induced by acid aspiration. It may protect pulmonary vascular endothelial cells through maintaining the balance between PGI2 and TXA2 and that between NO and ET-1 .

Objective To evaluate the effect of thoracic epidural block combined with general anesthesia on c-fos and heat shock protein(HEP) 70 gene expression of myocardium from non-infarct area in rabbits with acute myocardial infarction. Methods Twenty-eight New Zealand white rabbits of either sex (12 male, 16 female), weighing 2.5-3. 8kg were randomly divided into two groups with 14 animals in each group: general anesthesia group and combined general-epidural anesthesia group. The rabbits were anesthetized with 1 % pentobarbital and tracheotomized and intubated. Spontaneous breathing was maintained. Epidural catheter was placed with one of the tips reaching T2-3. 2% lidocaine was injected and the effectiveness of epidural block was confirmed by decrease in MAP. Left common carotid artery was cannulated for intra-arterial pressure monitoring. Chest was then opened, and anterior descending branch of left coronary artery was ligated. Myocardial infarction was confirmed by changes in ECG. 4 hours after ligation the animals were sacrificed and a piece of myocardium from non-infarct area was taken for measurement of the concentration, OD and ratio of total RNA in 100 mg of myocardium. 0.7 ?g of total RNA was used for determination of c-fos and HPS 70 expression relative to ?-actin gene(c-fos/ ?-actin, HSP70/ ?-actin) by using one-step RT-PCR. Results c-fos/ ?-actin and HSP70/ ?-actin were significantly lower in combined general-epidural anesthesia group than those in control group(P

Objective Neutrophils (PMNs) play an important role in the myocardial injury-induced by ischemia/reperfusion. The purpose of the study was to assess the role of PMN in anoxia/reoxygenation (A/R) injury to primary cultured myocytes and the protective effects of desflurane preconditioning (DPC) .Methods Myocytes obtained from ventricle were cultured in MEM medium for 3 days. The cultured myocytes were then randomly divided into 4 groups : group Ⅰ A/R; group Ⅱ PMNs + A/R; group Ⅲ DPC + A/R and group Ⅳ DPC + PMNs + A/ R. In all four groups the cultured myocytes were subjected to anoxia by being incubated in a tightly closed incubator filled with 95 % N2 + 5 % CO, for 2 h, followed by one hour reoxygenation (95 % O2 + 5 % CO2). In group Ⅱ and Ⅳ 5.0 ? 106 ml -1 PMNs isolated from peripheral blood or bone marrow were added to the medium during the one hour reoxygenation. In group Ⅲ and Ⅳ the myocytes were exposed to 9 % desflurane for 1 h before A/R. The activities of lactic dehydrogenase (LDH) and creatine kinase (CK) and the concentration of cardiac troponin (cTnT) in the supernatant were measured before and at the end of the experiment. Cell survival rate, beating rate and arrhythmia rate of the cultured myocytes were also calculated under phase-contrast microscope before and at the end of the experiment.Results A/R caused significant increase in LDH and CK-MB activities, cTnT concentration and arrhythmia rates and decrease in beating rates except in group Ⅲ . The differences in LDH, CK-MB activities and arrhythmia rates between the baseline value and the value obtained at the end of the experiment were significantly lower in group Ⅳ than those in group D but still higher than those in group Ⅰ . The cell survival rate was significantly higher in group Ⅳ than that in grorp Ⅱ . Conclusion Neutrophil accentuates A/R injury while desflurane preconditioning attenuates neutrophil-mediated A/R injury to primary cultured myocytes.

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Objective To manage calcaneal fractures with an U-shaped external fixator combined with close manipulative reduction. Methods From February 1997 to November 2002, 31 patients with 34 calcaneal fractures were treated with self-designed U-shaped external fixator combined with close manipulative reduction. All patients were males aging from 7 to 50 years with an average of 32 years. The external fixation device consisted of two partial rings, three modular connecting rods and several pins. According to Essex-Lopresti classification, there were 10 extra-articular fractures without involving the subtalar joint, and 24 intra-articular fractures involving the subtalar joint. Two upper pins were inserted in cross through the distal tibia, and one of two lower pins was inserted laterally through the anterior part of calcaneus, the other was posterior into the calcaneous tuberosity or larger fragment connecting with Achilles tendon. After the manipulative reduction, the frames were applied. Results 31 calcaneal fractures were found with satisfactory reductions after manipulation. The widths of the heels were restored in certain extent; the heights of foot arch and calcaneus were resumed to normal; the B hler angle increased from 15? to 40? (mean, 25?). The duration of hospitalization was on an average of 7 days. The duration of external fixation was averagely 8 weeks. All patients were followed up with a mean period of 8 months (range, 6 to 12 months). All of the fractures healed well. No nonunion, delayed healing of bone or other complications was found. All patients resumed to walk on foot after 2 to 4.5 months. According to Fernandez scoring system, results were graded as excellent and good in 31(91%). Conclusion Using U-shaped external fixator combined with close manipulative reduction is a satisfying technique to treat calcaneal fractures. By ankle joint spanned traction and fixation, this technique overcomes displacement of fragments caused by contracture of tendo calcaneus, maintains width of heel and biodynamic anatomy of foot, avoids complications of wound caused by open reduction and internal fixation.