1.The relationship between vulnerable plaque and nonlacunar infarction
Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine 2011;34(19):8-12
Objective To study the relationship between vulnerable plaque and nonlacunar infarction, and analyze distribution regularity of carotid atherosclerotic plaque. Methods One hundred and four patients with ischemic stroke were divided into two groups: nonlacunar infarction group (64 cases) and lacunar infarction group (40 cases) based on imaging and clinical manifestation. Location, number, type,degree of carotid atherosclerotic plaque was recorded and compared between the two groups. Results Two hundred and ninety-seven plaques shown by the imaging were distributed in different areas:9 plaques located in the initial part of the carotid artery, 51 plaques located in the carotid artery, 148 plaques located in the bifurcation of the carotid artery, 27 plaques located in the internal carotid artery and 62 plaques located in the intracalvarium part of internal carotid artery. The percentage of severe or occlusion carotid artery stenosis in nonlacunar infarction group was 29.7% (19/64), which was higher than that in lacunar infarction group [10.0% (4/40)] (P = 0.019 ). The percentage of vulnerable plaque in nonlacunar infarction group was 62.5% (40/64), which was higher than that in lacunar infarction group [47.5%( 19/40)](P=0.004). Multivariate analysis showed that the degree of carotid artery stenosis(OR = 1.740,95% CI: 1.002 -3.021 ) and vulnerable plaque (OR = 2.865,95% CI: 1.047 - 7.813 ) was related with nonlacunar infarction.Conclusions The plaque is more frequently encountered at the bifurcation of the carotid artery. The degree of carotid artery stenosis and vulnerable plaque are the independent risk factors of the nonlacunar infarction.CT angiography can clearly display carotid artery stenosis, morphology and component of plaque, so it will be used as the preferred clinical examination.
2.Advances in the research of decellularization of tissues and organs
International Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2008;31(5):316-320
Decellularized tissues and organs have been widely used in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications. The efficiency of cell removal from a tissue depends on the origin of the tissue and the methods applied. Each of these treatment affects the biochemical composition, tissue ultrastructure, and mechanical behavior of the remaining scaffold, which in turn, affect the host response to the material. Herein, we made a review about the most commonly used decellularization methods and their effects upon biologic scaffolds.
3.Significance of free-DNA detection to tumor diagnosis
Journal of International Oncology 2010;37(7):511-514
Free-DNA exists in body fluid of cancer patients, and the concentration is much higher than that of healthy people, and the free DNA is characteristic of tumor issue. This article makes a summary about the study of free DNA in cancer patients,such as methylation,gene mutation, microsatellite instability (MSI) and loss of heterozygosity( LOH ). It has important significance for tumor dignosis,assessment of prognosis and recurrence.
4.Analysis on Sample Inspection of TCM Decoction Pieces During 2014-2015 in Huguosi TCM Hospital Affiliated to Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2017;24(6):123-125
Objective To provide references for improving the quality of TCM decoction pieces through the analysis on sample inspection of TCM decoction pieces of Huguosi TCM Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (hereinafter referred to as our hospital). Methods In our hospital from January 2014 to December 2015, TCM decoction pieces with problems in this sample inspection were categorized according to reasons. Results Quality problems found in the sample inspection were categorized into 3 types, i.e. collection and preparation (69.79%), storage (20.93%) and other problems (9.31%). Cutting in collection and preparation (13.95%), worming in storage (9.30%) and breaking/crumbing (6.98%) were the most obvious problems. Conclusion Strengthening the management of procurement acceptance, strict control of storage and storage conditions, and paying attention to the use of other aspects of management can improve the quality of TCM decoction pieces.
5.Proposal for building a disaster-medicine rescue system in Hainan Province
Chuanzhu LV ; Jiahe LV ; Liping WANG ; Wei SONG ; Min GUO
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration 2008;24(11):728-731
Based on the analysis of the status quo and development trends of disaster medicine system abroad along with a summary of the present conditions and inadequacies of the same system in China, this paper proposes to build such a system in Hainan Province. It studied, with reference to the specifics of Hainan Province, the characteristics of such a system in the province, involving such aspects as hospital setup, human resource development, construction of research centers, professional training,management of disease control centers, improvement of the hospital self-rescue system, reliable supply of drugs and medical devices, maintenance of disaster medicine information system, logistics support,improvement of assessment system, establishment of rescue-oriented culture, and psychology crisis intervention and promotions.
6.The effect of immune reaction induced by alginate on parotid acinar cells in vitro
Wei HE ; Jilian LV ; Longjiang LI
Journal of Practical Stomatology 2009;25(6):779-782
Objective: To explore the effect of immune reaction induced by alginate on parotid acinar cells in vitro. Methods: Rabbits were immunized from the conjugated alginate- BSA (1.0 mg/kg) by 40-days routine immunity method. ELJSA method was used to examine the titration (valence) of anti-alginate serum. Five groups (group A: contrast, group B: BSA, group C; alginate, group D: anti-alginate serum, group E; alginate + anti-alginate serum) were examined by MTT method at four time points( 1, 6,12 and 24 h). The growth and morphology of parotid acinar cells were observed under inverted phase contrast microscope and scanning electron microscope. Results: Antibody-serum was acquired by routine immunity method, and the titration (valence) of anti-alginate serum was 1: 400. MTT results showed that the proliferation of parotid acinar cells had been limited at 24 h( P <0.05), the other three time points showed no difference. Under inverted phase contrast microscope, a few of acinar cells whose membranes were destroyed after 12 h, some cell contents leaked out. The holes in membrane could be seen early at 6h under scanning electron microscope. Most of the acinar cells were broken at 24 h. Conclusion: The antibody-serum to alginate and immunized rabbit was acquired by routine immunity method. The immune reaction induced by alginate can destroy parotid acinar cells in vitro.
7.The effect of bamboo shoots extract compound on the treatment of hemorrhagic anemia
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2008;0(10):-
Objective To observe of therapeutic effect of bamboo shoots extract compound on the treatment of hemorrhagic anemia.Method The glucose,total protein,amino acids,trace and macro elements in bamboo shoots extract were determined.Through the performance of angular vein bloodletting,a hemorrhagic anemia rat model was set up.Two therapy groups received the intragastric administration of compound Ⅰ(0.15% iron porphyrin and 10% honey) and compound Ⅱ(70% bamboo shoots extract,0.15% iron porphyrin and 10% honey),respectively.And the control group only received the de-ionized water of the same dose.The blood samples,collected via tail vein in 0,18,42,67 and 90h after the administration,were detected for hemoglobin,red blood cell and hematocrit.And the acute toxicity test was also conducted.Result Compound Ⅱ,which contained the Bamboo shoots extract that was rich in glucose,amino acids,amino,and trace and macro elements,had a better efficacy in treating hemorrhagic anemia of rats than the Compound Ⅰ.And the result of acute toxicity was normal. Conclusion Bamboo shoots extract compound could promote the recovery of hemorrhagic anemia.
8.Effects of hypoxia on adhesion and migration of ovarian carcinoma cell line Caov-3
Wei HUA ; Haipeng LV ; Xiaoyan XIN
Medical Journal of Chinese People's Liberation Army 2001;0(12):-
Objective To study the effects of hypoxia on adhesion and migration of ovarian carcinoma cell line Caov-3 in vitro. Methods The ovarian carcinoma cell Caov-3 was cultured under normoxic condition or in hypoxic condition. In vitro adhesion of Caov-3 on extracellular matrix fibronectin and matrigel was detected using MTT colorimetric assay. In vitro migration of Caov-3 on extracellular matrix matrigel was assayed with cellular migration test. Results In vitro cell adhesion experiment showed that, compared with the control cells, hypoxia increased cell adhesion to extracellular matrix matrigel and fibronectin by 17.1% and 15.2%, respectively. There were significant differences between the normal conditions and hypoxia (P
9.Prognostic factors of acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Zhiqiang LV ; Yun CHEN ; Wei ZHANG
Journal of Chinese Physician 2011;13(12):1611-1614,1620
ObjectiveTo investigate prognostic factors in acute exacerbation of COPD (AECOPD).Methods352 AECOPD patients were investigated.26 possible variables were analyzed.Multivariate Logistic and Cox proportional-hazards regression analysis were used.ResultsAccording to multivariate Logistic regression,it showed seven factors were statistically significant for short term prognosis ( P <0.05 ),including PaO2 ( OR =0.082),CKMB ( OR =4.967 ),mechanical ventilation ( OR =6.903 ),albumin ( OR =0.221 ),FEV1% ( OR =0.255 ),charlson index ( OR =8.406 ) and hospital day ( OR =0.075).According to multivariate Cox regression,it showed seven factors were statistically significant for long term survival ( P < 0.05 ) including acute exacerbation frequency( HR =1.611 ),charlson index( HR =4.319),SaO2 ( HR =0.224 ),troponin Ⅰ ( HR =3.824 ),albumin ( HR =0.569 ),hospital day ( HR =0.456) and FEV1% (HR =0.494).Acute exacerbation frequency was correlated with dyspnea scale( rs =0.508,P < 0.01 ).ConclusionsPaO2,albumin,FEV1%,CKMB and charlson index were related with short term prognosis.SaO2,albumin,FEV1 %,troponin Ⅰ,charlson index and acute exacerbation frequency were related with long term survival.Higher acute exacerbation frequency contributed to more severe breathing difficulties and worse quality of life.
10.Study of histochemical characteristics of muscle fiber in patients with Becker type muscular dystrophy
Peiyuan LV ; Ci WEI ; Wenzhu CUI
Journal of Clinical Neurology 1997;0(06):-
Objective To investigate the histochemical characteristics of muscle fiber in patients with Becker type muscular dystrophy (BMD) and its clinical significance.Methods Muscular biopsies were performed in 3 patients with BMD. The specimens were stained by HE and nicotinamide-adenine dinucleotid-tetrazole reducase (NADH-TR) methods and observed under light microscope. Normal muscles from healthy people were saved as controls.Results The slice from BMD patients showed varied sizes of muscular fibers, remarkable hypertrophy fibers, splitting fibers, targetoid fibers, lobulated fibers, whorled fibers and ring fibers. Targetoid fibers were also found using NADH-TR staining.Conclusions The degree of fiber necrosis in BMD is mild. Degeneration and proliferation are the main pathological changes, which predict mild clinical symptoms, long course of disease and favourable prognosis.