Objective To assess whether survival differed among patients who had triple-negative breast cancers compared with patients who had non-triple-negative breast cancers.Methods The clinicopathologic data of 684 patients with operable breast cancer,who were treated with multimodal therapy from December 1998 to June 2007 were analyzed.Of these patients,107 cases were confirmed to have triple-negative tumor histology(triple-negative group),577 cases were confirmed to have non-triple-negative tumor histology(non-triple-negative group).The 7 years cumulative survival and disease-free survival were analyzed by Kaplan-Meier method and compared by Log-rank test.The prognosis Was analyzed by COX regression model.Results The 7 years overall survival rates for triple-negative group and non-triple-negative group were 51.4%(55/107),74.2%(428/577),respectively,there Was significant difference between the two groups(P＜0.01).However,the 7 years overall survival rates of patients with triple-negative group and those who with Her-2 positive were 51.4%(55/107)and 53.1%(43/81)respectively,there Was no significant difference between them (P＞0.05).Univariate analysis revealed that the factors affecting the disease-free survival included age,menopausal status,tumor size,lymph nodes metastasis,estrogen,progesterone,and Her-2 receptors status.Multivariate analysis showed minor size,lymph nodes metastasis,estrogen,progesterone,and Her-2 receptors status were independent prognostic factors.Conclusions This study has shown a trend towards a poorer outcome for patients with triple-negative breast cancer similarity to patients with Her-2 positive cancers.Triple-negative breast cancer is an independent predictor factor of survival.

Objective: The scavenging capacity of free radicals by enzymes-hydrolyzed wheat bran (EHWB) and its protection against DNA damage were studied in vitro. Method: EHWB, prepared by hydrolyzing de-starched wheat bran using enzymes from Aspergillus niger fermentation, was used to test its scavenging capacity of free radicals and protection against DNA damage caused by hydroxyl free radical in vitro. Results: The capacity of scavenging free radicals by EHWB was shown, and EHWB could protect DNA damage caused by hydroxyl radicals. Conclusion: EHWB has higher free radicals scavenging capacity.

Objective　To study the MRI signs in spinal cord injury. Methods　A tatal of 90 cases of spinal cord injury examined with magnetic resonance(MR)，40 underwent a GE 0.5T superconducting system and 50 with a SIEMENS Open 0.2T. With spine surface coil, all of them were examined with axial and sagittal spin echo sequences, while 10 given extra coronal sequence. MRI findings and its correlation with prognosis of patients were analyzed. Results　Among the 90 cases of spinal cord injury, incomplete and complete transection of spinal cord was found in 14 cases (13.2%), spinal cord edema in 11 (10.4%), intraspinal cord hemorrhage in 27 (25.5%), compression and dislocation in 27(25.5%), malacia in 16(15.1%), and atrophy in 11(10.4%). Conclusion　From the morphologic and pathological changes of spinal cord MRI can not only direct the option of treatment protocols, but may also evaluate the prognosis of spinal cord injuries. Demonstrated by MRI, it suggests that.

Objective To investigate the clinical effect of interventional therapy in the treatment of acute iliofemoral venous thrombosis.Methods A total of 20 patients with acute iliofemoral venous thrombosis was treated by interventional therapy from February 2004 to April 2006.Under the guidance of ultrasonography,intravenous thrombolysis through the popliteal vein combined with iliac vein stenting was employed.The venous patency was assessed with angiography.Results The catheter-based thrombolysis through the ipsilateral popliteal vein was effective for all the patients.Balloon dilatation angioplasty combined with endovascular stenting was applied in 15 patients,while balloon dilatation angioplasty alone was utilized in other 5 patients.The implantation of a temporary cava filter was required in 10 patients.After intravenous thrombolysis through the popliteal vein,the recanalization rate was 30%～90%(mean,55%) in the iliac vein and 40%～80%(mean,65%) in the femoral vein.Postoperative hematuria was encountered in 1 patient.No symptomatic embolism of pulmonary artery was seen.Postoperatively,clinical symptoms on the effected limb significantly subsided or completely disappeared.The hospitalization expenditure was 52 000～81 000 yuan(mean,74 000 yuan).Follow-up observations for 1～24 months(mean,12 months) were carried out in the 20 patients.The patency rate was 100%(15/15) in 15 patients receiving iliac vein stenting.Out of 5 patients with balloon dilatation,the iliac vein was completely obstructed in 2 patients and was recanalized by 10%～20% in 3 patients.Conclusions Catheter-based thrombolysis through the popliteal vein combined with endovascular stenting is an effective therapeutic strategy for acute iliofemoral venous thrombosis,but it is very expensive.

Objectives To study the anatomic characteristic of medial patellar retinaculum and its function in patellar stability. Methods Anatomic dissection of the medial patellar retinaculum was performed on 26 knees of 13 embalmed cadaveric specimens,and its composition and conducted functional studies of the several parts were observed respectively. Results The medial patellar retinaculum comprises patellofemoral ligament, patellotibial ligament and patellomeniscal ligament. The medial patellofemoral ligament which is the thickest part in the medial patellar retinaculum contributes to the major restraints to the lateral patellar displacement.

Objective To construct a eukaryotic expression vector of huma n insuli n-like growth factor-1 (hIGF-1) gene,and to investigate the transfection and ex pression of pcDNA3.1(-)/hIGF-1 eukaryotic expression plasmid in myoblast cells. Methods pcDNA3.1(-)/hIGF-1 eukaryotic expression plasmid was co nstructed. Myobl ast C2C12 cells were transiently transfected with lipofectamine. RT-PCR a nd immunohistochemical methods were used to detect the expression of hIGF-1 gene . MTT test was used to detect the biological activity of the conditioned medium after the transfection. Results There were significant increas es of hIGF-1 mRN A and protein in the myoblast cells transfected with pcDNA3.1(-)/hIGF-1. The con ditioned medium after the transfection showed the biological activity which coul d stimula te the proliferation of fibroblast cells. Conclusion The pcDNA 3.1(-)/hIGF-1,a eukaryotic expression plasmid for hIGF-1 gene is constructed. High levels of hI GF-1 mRNA and protein expression can be obtained in the myoblast cells transfect ed with pcDNA3.1(-)/hIGF-1 eukaryotic expression plasmid. The expressed protein has the biological activity.

Objective To investigate the expression of MIF in PBMC, sera and lacrimal fluid samples in patients with AD, and study the diagnostic significance of MIF in AD. Methods Forty-three AD patients (11 mild AD patients,23 moderate AD patients, 9 severe AD patients classfied by SCORAD index)and 31 age- and sex-matched healthy control subjects were recruited. Real-time RT-PCR was employed to analyze the expression of MIF mRNA in PBMC. ELISA was performed to detect the concentrations of MIF in sera and lacrimal fluid samples. Results AD patients had significantly higher levels of MIF mRNA in PBMC than normal controls [7.46 (3.38-8.90) vs 1.67 ( 1.24-2.45 ), Z=-6.141, P ＜ 0.05]. The concentrations of MIF in sera and lacrimal fluid samples in AD patients were also markedly higher than those of normal controls [serum 36. 32( 11.89-43.80) μg/L vs 7.89(6.13-9.54) μg/L, Z = -6.180,P <0.05; lacrimal fluid 12.66(2.01-20.12) μg/L vs 0.85(0.77-1.06) μg/L, Z = -4.118,P <0.05]. MIF mRNA levels were 2.35 ( 2.12-2.49 ) , 7.83 ( 6. 54-8.90 ) and 8.76 ( 8.22-9.73 ) in mild, moderate and severe AD respectively, and the expression was higher in moderate and severe AD than in normal controls (Z= -6.237, -4.520,P ＜0.05). MIF serum concentrations were 8.98(7.90-10.51) μg/L, 36.50 (29.78-43.23) μg/L and 45.70(41.27-48. 84) μg/L in mild, moderate and severe AD respectively, and the differences were significant in moderate and severe AD compared to normal controls ( Z = - 6.238,- 4.521, P < 0.05 ). The lacrimal fluid MIF oncentrations were 1.10 ( 0.83-1.35 ) μg/L, 12.66 ( 9.76-15.87) μg/L and 24. 65 ( 19.29-30.94) μg/L in mild, moderate and severe AD respectively. Similarly,they increased significantly in moderate and severe AD compared to normal controls (Z = -4.062,- 3.372, P ＜ 0.05 ). In moderate and severe AD, MIF mRNA levels in PBMCs and MIF concentrations in sera and lacrimal fluid samples were all positively correlated with the severity of AD ( r = 0.395, 0.404,0.515, P < 0.05 ). Conclusions The expression of MIF in PBMCs, sera and lacrimal fluid samples is higher in different course of AD. MIF can serve as a useful laboratory parameter for evaluation of AD activity and severity.

Purpose To clarify the morphological parameter and describe the distance from the insertion of the lateral ankle ligaments to the adjacent bony landmarks through precisely anatomical explore of human cadaveric ankles,so as to provide anatomical evidences for the reconstruction of lateral ankle ligaments.Methods Nineteen ankle specimens were dissected to isolate the lateral ankle ligaments and measure the morphological parameters such as length,width,thickness and the distance from the insertion of the lateral ankle ligaments to the adjacent bony landmarks.Results The average length of anterior talofibular ligaments (ATFL) was 23.1 ± 2.98 mm,among which 8 were single-banded(42.1％)and 11 were double-banded(57.9％).The average distance from the fibular origination of ATFL to the anterior tubercle of fibula(AA)was 17.1 ± 3.00 mm,to the fibular obscure tubercle(AO)was 5.1 ± 1.69 mm,to the tip of the fibula(AT)was 14.1 ± 2.86 mm.The distances from the talus insertion of ATFL to the superior and inferior talus articular surface were 11.4 ± 2.25 mm and 18.4 ± 2.30 mm respectively,to the anterior lateral talus chondral surface was 4.8 ± 1.42 mm.The average length of calcaneofibular ligament(CFL)was 31.4 ± 3.55 mm.The average distance of the fibular origination from ATFL to CFL was 6.4 ± 2.55 mm.The average angle between ATFL and CFL was 116.6 ± 12.69°.The distance from the calcaneus insertion of CFL to the peroneal tubercle(CP)was 15.4 ± 2.86 mm,to the posterior superior border of calcaneus(CC)was 13.9 ± 2.46 mm,to the subtalar joint surface was 15.2 ± 3.21 mm.The coefficient variation assessing the anatomical reliability of different bony landmarks were as follows:ATFL fibular origination AA(17.54％) ＜AT(20.28％) ＜ AO(33.14％),CFL calcaneus insertion CC(17.70％)＜CP(18.57％)＜CS(21.1％).Conclusion Certain variations exist in the morphological parameters and the distances from the insertion of the lateral ankle ligaments to the adjacent bony landmarks.It provides anatomical evidence for lateral ankle ligament reconstruction in treating chronic ankle instability.

Objective To observe the survival of myoblasts carrying hIGF-1 gene transplanted into the mice, and the expression of hIGF-1 in the transplanted mice. Methods Eighty four male C3H mice(20～30g,7～11w)were divided into four groups: group A, B, C and D (20 mice each group), and the remaining four mice were used as normal control. At the middle of the right gastrocnemius muscle, the mice in group A and B were injected with 1?10~6 myoblasts either carried with or without hIGF-1 gene. Muscle contusion at the middle of the right gastrocnemius muscle of the mice in group C and D was produced. At day 3 following injury, they were injected with 1?10~6 myoblasts either carried with hIGF-1 gene (group C) or without hIGF-1 gene (group D). At the day 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 after injection, four mice of each group were sacrificed randomly. BrdU staining in all mice were performed to evaluate cells surviving, and the expression level of hIGF-1 in group A and C was assessed by immunohistochemical staining and real-time-PCR. Results The BrdU staining in both normal and injured mice transplanted with myoblast carried with or without hIGF-1 were positive. hIGF-1 was expressed and secreted in both group A and C. Conclusion The myoblast carrying hIGF-1 gene transplanted into normal or injured mice can survive for a certain period of time, and can secrete hIGF-1.

Objective To discuss the operational technique and clinical effect of metallic stent placement in treating malignant gastroduodenal obstruction.Methods Metallic stent placement under fluoroscopic monitoring and endoscopic direct vision was performed in 47 patients with malignant gastroduodenal obstruction.A total of 54 metallic stents was used.Results The procedure was successfully completed in all 47 patients.During the follow-up period,all the patients could take liquid or ordinary diet and were markedly relived of vomiting.The living quality was much improved and no serious complications occurred.Conclusion Under fluoroscopic monitoring and endoscopic direct vision,stent placement is a safe,effective,technically-simple and time-saving procedure for the treatment of malignant gastroduodenal obstruction with less sufferings to the patient.Therefore,it is definitely worth popularizing this technique in clinical practice.