1.Clinical characteristics and pathogens of 143 cases of AIDS-associated bloodstream infection
Xin LIANG ; Mingbo LIU ; Chunmei LI
Chinese Journal of Infection and Chemotherapy 2016;16(3):252-256
ObjectiveTo understand the clinical and microbiological characteristics of AIDS-associated bloodstream infection (BSI).MethodsThe clinical and laboratory ifndings of 143 cases of BSI in AIDS patients who were hospitalized during the period from 2013 to 2014 were retrospectively analyzed.ResultsThe prevalence of BSI in AIDS patients was 22.1%. The 143 patients were divided into two groups in terms of fungal or bacterial infection. The incidence of speciifc skin rashes, anemia, hepatosplenomegaly and lymph node enlargement in fungal infection group was higher than those in bacterial infection group (allP<0.05). CD4+ cell count, WBC, neutrophils, RBC, hemoglobin, and platelet count in fungal infection group were lower than those in bacterial infection group, while AST and Cr were the opposite (allP<0.05).Penicillium marneffei(84/143, 58.7%) was the most common pathogen isolated from AIDS-associated BSI, followed byEscherichia coli (10/143, 7.0%),Cryptococcus neoformans (9/143, 6.3%),Klebsiella pneumoniae (7/143, 4.9%),Salmonella (6/143, 4.2%),Candida albicans(3/143, 2.1%), andAeromonas (3/143, 2.1%). Most strains were still susceptible to the commonly used antibiotics.ConclusionsThe prevalence of BSI is high in AIDS patients. Fungal BSI is more likely to have skin rash, anemia, hepatosplenomegaly and lymphadenopathy, hematologic abnormalities, liver and renal function impairment. Fungi, especiallyPenicillium marneffei, are the main pathogen of AIDS-associated BSI. Most strains are susceptible to the commonly used antibiotics.
2. Effectiveness of great toenail bed flap supplied with fibular dorsal artery of great toe for finger nail bed central longitudinal defect
Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery 2019;33(3):345-348
Objective: To explore the surgical method and effectiveness of the great toenail bed flap supplied with the fibular dorsal artery of great toe in repair of the finger nail bed central longitudinal defect. Methods: Between May 2012 and February 2017, 7 cases (7 fingers) with the finger nail bed central longitudinal defects were repaired with the great toenail bed flap supplied with the fibular dorsal artery of great toe. There were 3 males and 4 females; the age ranged from 17 to 35 years (mean, 27 years). The cause of injury included cutting injury in 2 cases, electric shaving injury in 3 cases, and frictional injury in 2 cases. The defect located at thumb in 3 cases, index finger in 3 cases, and middle finger in 1 case. The defect area ranged from 12 mm×8 mm to 21 mm×13 mm. The time from injury to admission was 1-2 hours (mean, 1.5 hours). The area of the great toenail bed flap ranged from 14 mm×10 mm to 23 mm×15 mm. The wound of donor site was directly sutured in 3 cases and repaired with full thickness skin graft in 4 cases. Results: All the great toenail bed flaps and skin grafts at the donor sites survived; and all wounds healed by first intention. All patients were followed up 9 to 36 months (mean, 23 months). The finger nails were smooth and shiny and recovered ideal appearance. At 9 months after operation, the two-point discrimination of the skin ranged from 7 to 9 mm (mean, 8 mm). According to the standard evaluation for nail bed repair issued by Zook etc., 6 cases were rated as excellent and 1 case as good, and the excellent and good rate was 100%. Conclusion: It is an ideal method to repair the finger nail bed central longitudinal defect with the great toenail bed flap supplied with the fibular dorsal artery of the great toe.
3.Application of arterialised Flow-through venous flap with palmaris longus tendon in repair of dorsal digit composite tissue defect
Mingbo LIU ; Wei HU ; Yong LIANG ; Ziqing ZHANG ; Weimin ZHU
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2021;44(1):11-15
Objective:To investigate the effect of arterialised Flow-through venous flap with palmaris longus tendon in repairing dorsal digit composite tissue defect.Methods:From March, 2010 to December, 2018, 23 cases (23 digits) of dorsal digit composite tissue defect were repaired with arterialised Flow-through venous flap with palmaris longus tendon. There were 17 males and 6 females aged between 23 to 53 (average, 37.2) years old. Causes of injury: 15 cases of strangulation, 5 of electric plane and 3 of thermal crush. Number of injured digit were 1 thumb, 11 index fingers, 9 middle fingers and 2 ring fingers. All of the injured digits had skin and extensor tendon defects with an area of 2.0 cm×1.8 cm-4.2 cm×2.6 cm, and the length of extensor tendon defect was 1.6-2.6 cm. One case had terminal and central tendon insertion defects and 5 suffered with terminal tendon insertion defect. Three cases were repaired by emergency surgery, and 20 were repaired by sub-emergency surgery. All donor sites were directly sutured. The shape, colour, texture, sensation, recovery of digit function and donor site appearance were followed-up at outpatient clinic.Results:The patients were followed-up for 8 to 23 (average, 11) months. The flap was soft, with mild pigmentation and recovery of protective sensation. The range of motion of the proximal and distal interphalangeal joints was 145°-170° (average,162.6°). According to Strickland hand function evaluation method, the results were excellent.Conclusion:The arterialised Flow-through venous flap with palmaris longus tendon is an ideal method in repair of the dorsal digit composite tissue defect.
4.Risk factors of pulmonary hypertension and analysis of survival in hemodialysis patients
Ziliang WANG ; Jianyong LIU ; Mingbo WANG ; Yan XU
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners 2017;16(2):132-136
One hundred and forty-two patients on maintenance hemodialysis were enrolled in the study.According to the guideline of American Society of Echocardiography 97 patients (68.3%) were classified as pulmonary artery hypertension [PAH,pulmonary artery systolic pressure (PASP) > 35 mmHg (1 mmHg =0.133 kPa)] and 45 patients (31.7%) as non-PAH (PASP ≤ 35 mmHg).High sensitivity Creactive protein (hs-CRP) and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) were measured by automatic analyzer and enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA),respectively.There were significant differences in CRP and TNF-α levels between PAH and non-PAH patients (P < 0.05).Multivariate linear regression showed that TNF-α and interdialytic weight gain were positively correlated with PAH and left ventricular ejection fraction was negatively correlated with PAH (P < 0.01).In the multivariate Cox proportional hazards models,PAH and TNF-α level were independently associated with higher risk for all-cause death (HR =1.06,95% CI:1.03-1.09 and HR =1.31,95% CI:1.17-1.46,respectively).In Kaplan-Meier survival analysis,the risk of all-cause mortality increased in parallel with PASP.The risk of death in patients with PASP >45 mmHg was higher than that in patients with PASP ≤45 mmHg (log-rank test:x2 =6.58,P =0.010),the risk was 2.82-fold (HR =2.82,95% CI:1.38-5.77,P =0.004).
5.Observation on cervical progressing suture in treating intractable cervical canal hemorrhage during cesarean section in 30 cases of placenta previa
Caixiu PU ; Mingbo LIU ; Xiuquan LI ; Wei ZHOU
Chongqing Medicine 2017;46(22):3083-3084,3087
Objective To explore the haemostatic efficacy of cervical progressing suture in treating intractable cervical canal hemorrhage during cesarean section(CS) in placenta previa.Methods Sixty patients suffering from intractable cervical canal hemorrhage during CS due to central placenta previa were chosen and divided into the cervical progressing suture(observation roup,30 cases) and the uterine cavity ribbon gauze packing group(control group,30 cases).The intraoperative operating time,intraoperative bleeding amount,postoperative 24 h hemorrhage amount,hysterectomy and puerperal infection were compared between the two groups.Results The intraoperative operation time in the observation group and control group were (3.15± 1.60)min and (6.10±2.35) min respectively,the intraoperative bleeding amount in the observation group and control group were (422.00 ±-186.98)mL and (642.25±344.42)mL respectively,postoperative 24 h bleeding amounts were (583.23±=198.33)mL and (825.23±=373.50)mL respectively,the differences between the two groups were statistically significant(P<0.05).No hysterectomy and no complications ocurred in each group.Conclusion Adopting the cervical progressing suture in treating intractable cervical canal hemorrhage during cesarean section(CS) due to placenta previa is simple to operate and has good effect.
6.Diffrences in improved surgery and normal excision of large dermoid cyst by laparoscope
Yu LIU ; Mingbo WANG ; Xiaoping WANG ; Fulian ZHONG
Clinical Medicine of China 2009;25(11):1218-1220
Objective To investigate the effectiveness and surgical techniques of the improved laparoscopic treatment of ovarian dermoid cyst to prevent the occurrence of intraoperative rupture of teratomat, so to preserve the ovarian function at the maximum. Methods The modified laparoscopic extra-cavity and cavity outside the teratoma removed surgical suture treatment from February 2005 to February 2009,39 cases with large dermoid cyst were trea-ted by improved surgery and 45 cases treated by normal removal of laparoscope. The rupture, surgery time, bleeding volume,frequency of use of electrocoagulation and the effect of body temperature on intestinal canal and hospitaliza-tion day after operation as well. Results 39 cases of dermoid cyst were successfully managed by improved laparo-scopie surgery, during which no cyst contents broke into the abdominal cavity, no one was placed on electrocoagula-tion to stop bleeding, bleeding volume was (35.13±5.49) ml, operative time was (36.07±12.53) min, significantly leas than that of normal laparoscopic surgery group [the cyst rupture rate was 46.7% (21/45), the frequency of elec-trocoagulation was (5.0±3.0) times, the duration of electrocoagulatian was (5.5±2.5) s, bleeding loss was (40.73±6.04) ml and the time for operation was (67.47±20.73) min], with significant difference between the two groups (P<0.05 or 0.01);howevere, there was no remarkable difference in the effect of the two types of surgery on postoperative body temperature,anal exhaust time,postoperative hospitalization day. Conclusions In addition to minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery in the treatment of gastro-intestinal effects of small, quick recovery, the im-proved laparoscopic surgery for dermoid cyst shortens the operation time. The improved abdominal cavity and suture outside the strip surgical method can effectively prevent the complication caused by intraoperative tumor capsule rup-ture,reduce electrocoagulation injury,and preserve the ovarian function at the maximum.
7.Efficacy of Calcium Dobesilate on Glomerular Basement Membrane in Diabetic Rats
Junwu DONG ; Xiaocheng LIU ; Shenwei LIU ; Mingbo LI ; Yanmei XU ; Bing CUI
China Pharmacy 2005;0(14):-
OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effects of calcium dobesilate on the ultrastructure of glomerular basement membrane(GBM)in diabetic rats.METHODS:30rats underwent unilateral nephrectomy,of whom,10were assigned to the normal control group(group NC),another20were induced to diabetic models(DM)by intraperitoneal injection of1%STZ,the models which have finished were divided into DM control group and calcium dobesilate group(group DD),each group admin?istered with distilled water and calcium dobesilate respectively,12weeks later,the change in the ultrastructure of kidneys and endogenous creatinine clearance rate(CrCl)in each group were observed.RESULTS:After12weeks,endogenous CrCl in group DD was significantly higher than that in group DM;Electron microscope showed that thickening of glomerular capillary basement membrane in group DD was less than that in group DM.CONCLUSION:Calcium dobesilate could improve the ul?trastructure in kidney of diabetic rats,prevent GBM thickening,and protect filtration barrier of renal glomerulus.
8.Clinical analysis on 166 cases of thumb and fingers reconstruction with vascular anastomosis transplantation from toes
Lifeng MA ; Yanjun YANG ; Liangyi LIU ; Muwei LI ; Kelie WANG ; Mingbo LIU ; Ziqing ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Microsurgery 2014;37(3):229-232
Objective To discuss the clinical effect of thumb and fingers reconstruction with vascular anastomosis transplantation from toes.Methods From April 2009 to April 2013,166 cases of thumb and finger defect were treated,including 46 cases Ⅰ °-Ⅲ° thumb defect and 120 cases Ⅰ °-Ⅴ° finger defects.Sixty-two cases were emergency reconstructed by vascular anastomosis transplantation from toes,the other 104 cases were subemergency reconstructed.Early functional rehabilitation was carried out postoperative.Results All 208 thumb and fingers in 166 cases with these procedures were survived.Patients were followed up from 4 to 24 months,averaged of 1 l months.The reconstructed thumb and fingers were all with abundant blood supply,having similar shape to the normal thumb and fingers,good pain and temperature sensation,with two-point discrimination of 6-10 mm,with normal range of joint activity,flexible function of finger to finger and finger to palm.Most patients were satisfied with the thumb and finger shape,regained life and work ability as before.The donor sites had no obvious discomfort,and walking and weight-bearing function remained normal.Conclusion For patients with thumbs Ⅰ °-Ⅲ° and fingers Ⅰ °-Ⅴ ° degree of traumatic defect,emergency and subemergency reconstruction of fhumb and fingers by vascular anastomosis transplantation from toes have good clinical effect and less damage to the donor site.
9.Surgical strategies for upper cervical fracture combined with mild to moderate craniocerebral injury
Lei WANG ; Xinmeng JIN ; Chao LIU ; Mingbo JIANG ; Jie LIU ; Feng LYU
Chinese Journal of Trauma 2015;31(12):1068-1072
Objective To summarize clinical experiences for the management of upper cervical fracture associated with mild to moderate craniocerebral injury in order to improve the outcome of patients with craniocervical injury.Methods Twenty-two cases (13 males and 9 females) of non-nerve damage treated surgically from June 2008 to June 2012 were enrolled.Mean age was 41 years (range,23-68 years).Mechanisms of injury were traffic accidents in 12 cases,high falls in 7 cases and violence or others in 3 cases.Dens fractures were noted in 7 cases,Jefferson fractures in 5 cases and axial vertebral arch fractures in 4 cases,and combined atlas and axis fractures in 6 cases.Admission Glasgow Coma Score (GCS) was 12-14 points in 10 cases and 9-11 points in 12 cases.All cases suffered some degree of brain damage including brain contusion and laceration,and epidural,subdural or intracerebral hematoma.Three cases of cervical fractures were misdiagnosed in the early stage.Twelve cases required emergent craniotomy due to the primary craniocerebral injury and had elective upper cervical spine surgery until the medical condition was stabilized.Another 10 cases underwent conservation treatment of craniocerebral injury and had cervical spine surgery within 1 week due to the severe dislocation of the upper cervical spine.Operation time,blood loss,hospital stay,hospitalization cost and perioperative complications were analyzed.Outcome was evaluated with Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) at discharge.Fracture union,bone fusion and cervical stability were assayed with X-rays and CT films.Results All were followed up for a mean period of 18 months (range,12-36 months).Among the 12 cases of primary craniocerebral injury,operation time was (115 ± 22) min,blood loss was (280 ± 72) ml,hospitalization period was (23 ±7)d and overall cost was 88,000 yuan;one case sustained wound infection cured two weeks after debridement and dressing and two cases sustained pulmonary infection cured after antibiotic treatment;discharge GOS was grade Ⅳ in 2 cases and grade Ⅴ in 10 cases.Among the 10 cases of primary cervical injury,operation time was (125 ± 38) min,blood loss was (330 ± 90) ml,hospitalization period was (17 ± 6)d and overall cost was 61,000 yuan;no perioperative complications occurred;discharge GOS was grade Ⅳ in 1 case and grade Ⅴ in 9 cases.Pain radiating to occipital region,limited neck mobility and other clinical symptoms were alleviated at discharge.X-rays verified good healing of the bone and no malposition of the screws.Conclusion For cervical fracture associated with craniocerebral injury,cervical examination and protection are important.Once medical condition becomes stable,early surgery can be performed for upper cervical fracture.
10.Up-regulation of miR-125b targeting Foxp3 regulates the expression of immune factors to enhance the radiosensitivity of cervical cancer cells
Lin WANG ; Xiaohua ZHAO ; Jun XU ; Henghui WU ; Zhiwei XU ; Mingbo LIU
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2021;41(5):361-367
Objective:To investigate the effects of miR-125b on radiosensitivity of cervical cancer cells and its possible downstream mechanism.Methods:The expression of miR-125b and Foxp3 in cervical cancer tissues and cells was detected by RT-qPCR. The HeLa cells were irradiated with 0, 2, 4 and 6 Gy of X-rays. The expression of miR-125b and Foxp3 in each group was detected by RT-qPCR. After downregulation of miR-125b expression and 6 Gy X-ray irradiation, the proliferation ability of HeLa cells was detected by MTT assay, and the expression of Bax and Bcl-2 proteins were detected by Western blot. The relationship between miR-125b and Foxp3 was detected by Targetscan and Dual luciferin reporter assay. After downregulation of Foxp3 expression and 6 Gy X-ray irradiation, the proliferation ability of HeLa cells was detected by MTT assay, and the expression of Bax and Bcl-2 proteins were detected by Western blot. The effects of miR-125b on radiosensitivity of HeLa cells through Foxp3 were detected. After down-regulation of Foxp3, the contents of IL-10 and TGF-β in supernatant were detected by ELISA.Results:The expression of miR-125b in the tissues and cells of cervical cancer was significantly decreased, while the expression of Foxp3 was significantly increased. The expression of miR-125b in HeLa cells was increased after radiation in a dose dependent manner. The expression of Foxp3 in HeLa cells was decreased after radiation in a dose dependent manner. After 6 Gy X-ray irradiation of HeLa cells, down-regulation of miR-125b increased the cell proliferation capacity, significantly reduced the expression of Bax and increased the expression of Bcl-2. miR-125b targets Foxp3 and negatively regulates Foxp3 expression. After 6 Gy X-ray irradiation of HeLa cells, down-regulation of Foxp3 significantly reduced the proliferation capacity of HeLa cells, increased the expression of Bax and decreased the expression of Bcl-2. Overexpression of miR-125b can enhance radiosensitivity of HeLa cells through Foxp3.After 6 Gy X-ray irradiation, down-regulation of Foxp3 reduced the expression of IL-10 and TGF-β in cells.Conclusions:Upregulation of miR-125b enhances the radiosensitivity of cervical cancer cells by targeting and negatively regulating Foxp3, and the mechanism of that may be related to the down-regulation of Foxp3 to reduce the expression of IL-10 and TGF-β in the cells.