Objective To study imaging findings of Sturge-Weber syndrome. Methods The clinical manifestations and imaging findings of 11 cases suffered from Sturge-Weber syndrome were analysed. 10 cases had facial vascular nerves angioma in the trigeminal nerve distribation. Routine CT examination was performed in all 11 cases, 2 cases had head radiography and 8 cases had MRI, 5 cases had enhanced CT and 3 cases had enhanced MRI.Results Imaging finding included:on the affected hemisphere, cortical calcifications (n=11), brain atrophy (n=9), the interfaces between gray matter and white matter blured, dilated subependymal veins,enlargeel choroids plexus (n=7) and increasing thickness of cranial diploe (n=8). The choroids plexus of lateral ventricle was prominent enhanced in 5 cases. Enhancement of cortical areas and vessels on the surface of brain were noted in 6 cases. Conclusion Head radiography has finite effects in the diagnosis of Sturge-Weber syndrome, MRI combined with CT plays an important role in the diagnosis of this syndrome.

Objective To explore the relationship between mutations in basic core promoter (BCP) of hepatitis B virus (HBV) and familial clustering of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in Guangxi. Methods 153 pairs of members with HBsAg-positive were selected and matched from HCC high-incidence families and carcinoma-free families in Guangxi. The BCP genes were amplified and sequenced. Results The hotspot sites of the previous five mutations in BCP were T1762, A1764, G1775, V1753, G1803. In univariant analysis, HBV DNA≥105 copies/mL, T1762, A1764 and V1753 mutations were associated with the HCC high-incidence (P <0.05). The multivariate logistic analysis showed that HBV DNA≥105 copies/mL and A1764 were independent risk factors for it. Conclusion HBV DNA level, the mutations in BCP showed correlations with familial clustering of HCC in Guangxi.

Objective To explore the distribution and characteristics of hepatitis B virus (HBV) genotype in the region in Guangxi with high incidence of primary liver cancer (PLC). Methods 103 pairs of samples from the sex- and age-matched members with HBsAg-positive from PLC-clustering families (the experimental group) and carcinoma-free families (control group) were collected. Nested polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and sequencing methods were applied for the analysis of HBV genotype. Results Four HBV genotypes: B, C, B/C and D, were detected, the percentages of them in the two groups were 31.1%, 63.1%, 1.9%, 1.9% and 30.1%, 55.3%, 6.8%, 2.9%, respectively, showed no significant differences (P > 0.05). HBeAg positive rates were significantly different between genotype C and B (P < 0.05), but no significant differences were showed in such factors as gender, age, ethnic group and HBV DNA level in them (P > 0.05). Conclusions The main genotypes were types B and C besides a small number of combined genotypes B/C and D in the regions of Guangxi with a high incidence of PLC. There may be few relationships between HBV genotypes and the high incidence of PLC for familial clustering in Guangxi.

Objective To measure the pressure-volume changes and uroflow rate,and assess the function of upper urinary tract in sigmoidorcctal pouch patients.Methods Between 2007 and 2011,a to-tal of 10 patients who had a radical cystectomy because of muscle-invasive bladder tumor underwent a Mainz pouch Ⅱ procedure were evaluated.The ureters were implanted into the post walls of the detubularized sigmoid segment at least 30 cm in length.In all cases,sigmoidoscopy was done and the anal pressure was measured preoperatively,and video urodynamic study of sigmoidorectal pouch as well as the intravenous pyelography was conducted after 3 to 6 months postoperatively.Results Video urodynamic study of sigmoidorectal pouch revealed that no reflux up to an average volume of 360 ml (270-532 ml) of the descending colon.The sigmoidal colon pressure was 26 cm H2O during the 3 to 6 months post-operative follow-up.The anal sphincter pressure was 90 cm H2O on average preoperatively and did not change postoperatively.The renal function and upper urinary tract were preserved well.The Qmax was 30 ml/s and the average uroflow rate was 8 ml/s under abdominal strain.All the patients suffered slight incontinence in the first two months and became continent since the 3 month postoperatively with nocturnal voiding one to four times.Conclusions The sigmoidorectal pouch provides a reservoir with a higher capacity,lower pressure without reflux to the upper urinary tract and descending colon and lower metabolic acidosis problem.It is also a good alternative diversion procedure that would preserve upper urinary tract and good quality of life.