Objective To observe the clinical efficacy of deep needling at Tianshu (ST 25) and Fujie (SP 14) plus electroacupuncture in treating severe functional constipation (FC).Method Sixty-three patients with severe FC were randomized into a treatment group of 33 cases and a control group of 30 cases. The treatment group was intervened by deep needling at Tianshu (ST 25) and Fujie (SP 14) plus electroacupuncture, while the control group was by sham electroacupuncture. The Complete Spontaneous Bowel Movement (CSBM), Bristol Stool Scale (BSS), and Patient Assessment of Constipation Quality of Life (PAC-QOL) were evaluated before and after intervention.Result In the treatment group, the CSBM after 2-week, 4-week, and 8-week treatments and CSBM of the 4-week and 12-week follow-up study were significantly different from that before intervention (P<0.05). In the control group, the CSBM after 8-week treatments was significantly different from that before intervention (P<0.05). The CSBM after 2-week, 4-week, and 8-week treatments and CSBM of the 4-week and 12-week follow-up study in the treatment group were significantly different from that in the control group (P<0.05). The BSS scores were significantly changed after 2-week, 4-week, and 8-week treatments in both groups compared to that before intervention (P<0.01,P<0.05). The BSS scores after 2-week, 4-week, and 8-week treatments in the treatment group were significantly different from that in the control group (P<0.01,P<0.05). The item scores of PAC-QOL (physical discomfort, psychosocial discomfort, worries and concerns, and satisfaction scores and global score) were significantly changed after intervention in the treatment group (P<0.05). The item scores of PAC-QOLA including physical discomfort, worries and concerns, and satisfaction and global score were significantly changed after intervention in the control group (P<0.05). After intervention, the PAC-QOL scores of the treatment group were significant different from that of the control group (P<0.05).Conclusion Deep needling at Tianshu (ST 25) and Fujie (SP 14) plus electroacupuncture is an effective method in treating severe FC.

Objective To evaluate the variation of left atrial ejection force index (LAEFI) and its determinants in patients with primary hypertension. Methods Using two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography, LAEFI was measured in 28 normal subjects (control group) and 54 patients with primary hypertension (hypertensive group). Taking the mean + 2SD of LAEFI of the control group as the upper cut-off value, the hypertensive group was divided into two subgroups: group I of LAEFI within the normal range and group II above that. Related clinical variables and echo parameters were compared between the two groups, and stepwise regression was made to determine the influencing factors of LAEFI variation in hypertensive group. Results (1) LAEFI of hypertensive group was larger than that of control group. (2) Multivariate regression demonstrated that LAPVI, AGE and LVMI entered the regression equation.Conclusions (1) LAEFI increased in patients with hypertension, indicating that left atrial systolic function is strengthened for compensation. (2) LAPVI, AGE and LVMI are the most important determinants of LAEFI variation in patients with hypertension.

Objective To evaluate the variation of aortic distensibility and its relation with left ventricular concentric remodeling in patients with primary hypertension.Methods Using two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiography,aortic distensibility (AD) and relative wall thickness (RWT),a parameter of left ventricular concentric remodeling were measured in 23 normal subjects (control group) and 32 patients with primary hypertension (hypertensive group).Taking the mean- 1.645 s of control group as the normal cut off value of AD,the hypertensive group was divided into two subgroups: group I with AD value lower than normal and group II within the normal range.Related clinical variables and echo parameters were compared between the two groups and stepwise regression was made to determine the relationship between AD and RWT.Results AD of hypertensive group was lower than that of control group; Univariate analysis showed that AD was significantly related to RWT,age and systolic blood pressure in hypertensive group; Multivariate regression demonstrated that RWT,age and systolic blood pressure entered the regression equation.Conclusions Aortic distensibility decreased in patients with hypertension and its reduction showed close relations with concentric remodeling of left ventricle,aging and increased systolic blood pressure.

Objective To explore the value of integrate d backscatter technique (IBS) in quantitative evaluation of myocardial viability and left ventricular remodeling (LVRM) in patients with acute myocardial infarction(AMI). Methods In 18 healthy subjects (control group) and 36 patients with first onset AMI, IBS images were obtained at apical long axis, 2- and 4-chamber views within one week, at 1 and 3 months after percutaneous intracoronary stenting. The dynamic changes of IBS and its cyclic variation (CVIB) at middle segments of six different walls of left ventricle were compared with normal control, and the relations of these changes with the remodeling and the function of left ventricle were analyzed. Results Based on the existence of LVRM, the patients were divided into two groups: group A without LVRM and group B with LVRM. In group A, IBS of both infarct and non-infarct segments were not significantly different from control group within one week while CVIB of infarct segments decreased significantly than that of control group. CVIB improved gradually with the recovery of LV function whereas IBS showed no change. In group B, IBS of infarct segments increased significantly than that of control group and CVIB of both infarct and non-infarct segments decreased significantly. IBS of both infarct and non-infarct segments increased gradually while only CVIB of non-infarct segments recovered. Meanwhile, ventricular aneurysm appeared and LV enlarged gradually with LV function not improved. Conclusions The dynamic changes of IBS are different in patients with AMI from normal subjects and it may be clinically useful to evaluate myocardial viability quantitatively and predict LVRM and the recovery of LV function.

ObjectiveTo explore the wall structural ch anges of the carotid with integrated backscatter and their effects on wall distensibility in patients with primary hypertension. MethodsForty-three patients with primary hypertension and 25 normal subjects were enrolled in the study. The corrected integrated backscatter (CIBS) and its cyclic variability (CVIB), the thickness of intima-media (IMT) and the carotid distensibility (CD) were compared between hypertensive group and normal control group. ResultsCIBS and IMT were increased while CD was decreased more significantly in hypertensive patients than in normal subjects. Demonstrated a negative correlation with CD but a positire correlation with IMT in hypertensive patients. ConclusionsThe wall structural changes of the carotid are closely correlated with the functional disorder in patients with primary hypertension.

OBJECTIVE:To establish methods for the determination of the metal elements and the Total flavonoids in Flos Lonicerae Japonicae.METHODS:The atomic absorption spectrometry was adopted to determine the contents of macroelements(Na,K,Ca,Mg)and trace elements(Cu,Zn,Fe,Mn,Cr,Ni)while UV spectrometry was adopted for the determination of the content of Total flavonoids in Flos Lonicerae Japonicae.RESULTS:Metal elements and Flavonoids were found to be rich in Flos Lonicerae Japonicae.CONCLUSION:The methods adopted in this study were simple,rapid,accurate,sensitive and precise.

Objective To investigate the efficacy of acupoint selection at distant places and local tenderness points in treating migraine without aura.Method Sixty patients were randomly allocated, using a random number table, to two groups, 30 cases each. The treatment group received acupuncture at distant points selected along meridians and local tenderness points and the control group, acupuncture at conventionally selected points. The therapeutic effects were evaluated using the visual analogue scale (VAS) and the short-form McGill Pain Questionnaire (SF-MPQ).Result After treatment, the VAS pain score was lower in the treatment group than in the control group; there was a statistically significant difference (P<0.05). The total efficacy rate was 93.3% in the treatment group and 73.3% in the control group; there was a statistically significant difference between the two groups (P<0.05).Conclusion Both acupuncture at distant points selected along meridians and local tenderness points and acupuncture at conventionally selected points have a certain therapeutic effect on migraine, but the former produces a better effect than the later and can markedly relieve the pain and improve the quality of life in the patients. The outcome of this study provides a certain reference value for clinical treatment of this disease.

Objective To report one stage treatment of chronic tibial defection in children. Methods 19 children with chronic tibial defection were treated in our department when their infection was at the stage of latency. First their focuses of infection were cleared away. Next a piece of fibula with vessel pedicles whose length was equal to that of the tibial defect was taken as the support to restore the length of the tibia. Then the external fixators were applied and a mixture of antibiotic and Lebone powder was used to fill the defect. Results In 15 cases the incision healed at one stage, slight infection occurred in 4 cases whose incisions healed after treatment of 3 to 4 weeks. Follow-ups of 0.5 to 1.5 years showed that no infection occurred again, bone defects healed well and limb function was satisfactory. Conclusion To treat chronic tibial defection in children at one stage, combined therapy should be applied. Grafting of fibula with vessel pedicles and Lebone under external fixators is a good one, because it can shorten the treatment time at no cost of satisfactory effects.

Objective To investigate the prevalence of colorectal cancer in community people in Shanghai,and clarify the necessity of colorectal cancer screening in community residents.Methods From April 2013 to September 2014,colonoscopy examination was carried out in people who participated in colorectal cancer screening in Shanghai with positive result of fecal occult blood test or with high-risk in colorectal cancer evaluated with the risk factors questionnaire.A total of 1 990 individuals were recruited.The colonoscopic results of them were retrospectively analyzed.Chi-square test was performed for statistical analysis.Results The 1 990 individuals received colonoscopy examination aged from 50 to 92.Among the 1 990 individuals with colonoscopy examination,colorectal polyps,colorectal cancer and carcinoid were found in 1 027 cases,and the total detection rate was 51.6％.The detection rate of colorectal polyps was 48.7％ (969/1 990),and the maximum diameter of polyps was 3.5 cm.The detection rate of colorectal polyps of the male was 59.3％ (532/897),which was higher than that of the female (40.0％,437/1 093),and the difference was statistically significant (x2 =73.7,P＜0.01).The detection rate of colorectal polyps in group 50 to 60 (not include 60) years old,60 to 70 (not include 70) years old,70 to 80 (not include 80) years old and ≥80 years old was 37.5％ (139/371),48.7％ (524/1 075),55.9％ (248/444) and 58.0％ (58/100),respectively.The difference was statistically significant (x2 =31.3,P＜0.01).The detection rate of colorectal cancer was 2.7 ％ (54/1 990).The detection rate of male rectal cancer was 3.8％ (34/897),which was significantly higher than that of female (1.8％,20/1 093),and the difference was statistically significant (x2 =7.2,P＜0.05).The detection rate of colorectal cancer in group 50 to 60 (not include 60) years old,60 to 70 (not include 70) years old,70 to 80 (not include 80) years old and ≥80 years old was 1.6％ (6/371),1.9％ (20/1 075),4.3％ (19/444) and 9.0％ (9/100),respectively.The difference was statistically significant (x2 =23.7,P＜0.01).The detection rate of rectal carcinoid was 0.2 ％ (4/1 990).Conclusions The prevalence of colorectal polyps and cancer is high in screening community people with high-risk of colorectal cancer.Colorectal cancer screening in community people ≥ 50 years old with sequential screening method is important.

Objective:To observe the clinical effect of tuina plus traction for cervical distortion in teenagers.Methods:Tuina plus traction was applied to 40 teenagers with cervical distortion once every other day,and 10 days make up 1 treatment course.The therapeutic effect was evaluated after 2 courses.Result:Significant changes occurred after the treatment:15 cases got correction,20 cases got substantial improvement and 5 cases got certain improvement.Conclusion:Tuina plus traction works effectively for abnormal cervical physiological curve in teenagers.