Objective:To investigate the clinical efficacy and effects on hemorheology of acupuncture therapy combined with gaba-pentin in the treatment of patients with tension headache. Methods:Totally 92 cases of patients with tension headache were randomly divided into the observation group (n=46) and the control group (n=46) according to the random number table. The control group was given gabapentin, while the observation group was treated with acupuncture therapy on the basis of treatment in the control group. The treatment course was 4 weeks. The clinical efficacy, changes of the headache indices, VAS score and hemorheology levels before and after the treatments in the two groups were compared, and the incidence of adverse reactions was observed as well. Results:The to-tal effective rate of the observation group (93. 48%) was significantly higher than that of the control group (73. 91%, P<0. 05). Af-ter the treatment, the headache indices in both groups significantly decreased (P<0. 05), and the decrease in the observation group was more significant than that in the control group (P<0. 05). The VAS scores in both groups significantly decreased after the treat-ment (P<0. 05), and the decrease in the observation group was more significant than that in the control group (P<0. 05). The plas-ma viscosity, hematocrit and platelet aggregation rate in both groups significantly decreased after the treatment (P<0. 05), and the decrease in the observation group was more notable than that in the control group (P<0. 05). No severe adverse reactions were shown in both groups during the treatment course. Conclusion: Acupuncture therapy combined with gabapentin in the treatment of patients with tension headache shows striking effects, which can improve hemorheology with promising safety and deserves further studies.

ObjectiveTo explore regulation effect of miR-340-5p on regulating bone morphogenetic protein 4(BMP4) expression and the differentiation of rat's NSCs.MethodsNSCs of rats were divided randomly into three groups: normal group (Mock),group with nonsense oligonucleotide (Anti-Con) and group with antisense oligonucleotide of miR-340-5p (Anti-miR-340-5p).The qRT-PCR was used to detect the relative expression of miR-340-5p.The expression of NF200 and MAP-2 was detected by immunocytochemical staining and immunofluorescence,respectively.Western blot was used to detect the expression of BMP4 protein.ResultsThe relative levels of miR-340-5p expression were significantly decreased in Anti-miR-340-5p group (0.14±0.01) compared with that of Mock group(1.01±0.17) and Anti-Con group(1.07±0.13) (P<0.01).Immunocytochemical staining indicated that NF200 was positive in cells of Anti-miR-340-5p group.The proportion of MAP2 positive cells was increased in Anti-miR-340-5p group compared with other groups (P<0.05).Western blot showed the increased expression of BMP4 protein in Anti-miR-340-5p group (0.84±0.09) compared with Mock group(0.53±0.04) and Anti-Con group (0.63±0.09) (P<0.05).ConclusionThe miR-340-5p may exert a potential function in regulating differentiation of NSCs into neurons through a negative regulation of BMP4.

Objective To establish the primary cat intestinal epithelial cells(IECs)culture methods and construct the cD-NA library for the following yeast two-hybrid experiment,so as to screen the virulence interaction factors among the final host. Methods The primary cat IECs were cultured by the tissue cultivation and combined digestion with collagenase XI and dispase I separately. Then the cat IECs cultured was identified with the morphological observation and cyto-keratin detection ,by using goat anti-cyto-keratin monoclonal antibodies. The mRNA of cat IECs was isolated and used as the template to synthesize the first strand cDNA by SMARTTM technology,and then the double-strand cDNAs were acquired by LD-PCR,which were subsequently cloned into the plasmid PGADT7-Rec to construct yeast two-hybrid cDNA library in the yeast strain Y187 by homologous recom-bination. Matchmaker?Insert Check PCR was used to detect the size distribution of cDNA fragments after the capacity calcula-tion of the cDNA library. Results The comparison of the two cultivation methods indicated that the combined digestion of colla-genase XI and dispase I was more effective than the tissue cultivation. The cat IECs system of continuous culture was established and the cat IECs with high purity were harvested for constructing the yeast two-hybrid cDNA library. The library contained 1.1× 106 independent clones. The titer was 2.8 × 109 cfu/ml. The size of inserted fragments was among 0.5-2.0 kb. Conclusion The yeast two-hybrid cDNA library of cat IECs meets the requirements of further screen research,and this study lays the foundation of screening the Toxoplasma gondii virulence interaction factors among the cDNA libraries of its final hosts.

Objective To investigate the effects of 12-lipoxygenase (12-LO) and angiotensin Ⅱ (Ang Ⅱ) on the CIP/KIP family of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors (CKIs) p21,p27 and p57 related to cell hypertrophy.Methods Mesangial cells were treated with high glucose for 24 hours and 48 hours respectively.12(S)-hydroxyeicosatetraenoic acid [12(S)-HETE] and Ang Ⅱ were infused to rats by osmotic mini-pump for 1 week and 2 weeks respectively.Rats fed high fat diet were received low dose streptozotocin (STZ) to make type 2 diabetes (DN).The rats were divided into normal control group,DN group,DN+Ang Ⅱ type 1 receptor blocker (ARB) group or 12-LO inhibitor (CDC) group.DN+ARB rats were treated by losartan for 6 weeks,and DN+CDC rats were treated for 8 weeks.Urine albumin and protein expressions of p21,p27 and p57 were detected by ELISA and Western blotting respectively.Glomeruli injury and expressions of p21 and p27 were detected by PAS staining and immunohistochemistry respectively.Results High glucose increased p21 and p27 protein expression in mesangial cells significantly compared with the relative control (all P ＜ 0.05),but had no effect on p57.Ang Ⅱ increased p27 protein expression in gloneruli significantly (P ＜ 0.05),but had no effect on p21 and p57 protein expression.12(S)-HETE increased both p21 and p27 protein expression in glomeruli significantly (all P ＜ 0.05),but had no effect on p57 protein expression.Blood glucose,kidney/body weight,urinary protein,and glomerular p21 and p27 protein expressions were increased in DN group (all P ＜ 0.05) compared with those in control group,with little change of p57 protein expression (P ＜ 0.05).Moreover,glomerular hypertrophy and extra cellular matrix accumulation were observed in DN group.However,urine protein,kidney/body weight,renal injury,but not blood glucose,were decreased in DN+ARB group and DN+CDC group compared with DN group respectively (P＜ 0.05).Further DN+CDC rats had decreased both p21 and p27 protein expressions in glomeruli,but DN+ ARB rats only had decreased p27 protein expression (all P ＜ 0.05).Conclusions 12-LO may induce both p21 and p27 protein expression in DN glomeruli,but Ang Ⅱ may induce only p27 expression.

Ulcerative colitis (UC)is a chronic non-specific inflammatory disease involving colon and rectum,and its etiology is not yet fully defined. UC is recurrent and can develop into colorectal cancer. Non-coding RNA (ncRNA)such as microRNA,long non-coding RNA (lncRNA),circular RNA (circRNA)plays a significant role in the process of growth and development of diseases. NcRNA can induce UC via promoting inflammatory cell infiltration,weakening intestinal mucosal barrier function and inducing intestinal epithelial cell apoptosis,and participate in its cancerization. This article reviewed the advances in study on role of ncRNA in UC.

Objective To investigate the clinical efficacy of ginkgo leaf tablets in patients with forgotten-type mild cognitive impairment (aMCI) and its effect on soluble glycosylated terminal product receptor (sRAGE) and soluble low-density lipoprotein receptor-associated protein 1 (sLRP-1).Methods A total of 124 patients with aMCI were divided into observation group (n =62) and control group (n =62),treated by nimodipine tablets (30 mg) three times a day,ginkgo leaf tablets for 3 times a day,respectively.The changes of MoCA score,levels of sRAGE,sLRP-1 and the occurrence of adverse reactions before and after treatment were compared between the two groups.Results The scores of MoCA were improved in both groups after treatment,and the observation group improved more after treatment,and the differences were statistically significant (P ＜ 0.0 5).There was no significant difference in plasma sRAGE and sLRP-1 levels between the two groups (P ＞ 0.05),but the plasma sRAGE increased and the sLRP-1 level decreased after treatment in two groups (P ＜ 0.05).Plasma sRAGE was higher in the treatment group than that in the control group,while the sLRP-1 level was lower than that in the control group (P ＜0.05).Conclusion Ginkgo leaf tablets have a significant clinical effect for aMCI patients,which can increase level of plasma sRAGE and decrease sLRP-1.

Objective To investigate the clinical efficacy of ginkgo leaf tablets in patients with forgotten-type mild cognitive impairment (aMCI) and its effect on soluble glycosylated terminal product receptor (sRAGE) and soluble low-density lipoprotein receptor-associated protein 1 (sLRP-1).Methods A total of 124 patients with aMCI were divided into observation group (n =62) and control group (n =62),treated by nimodipine tablets (30 mg) three times a day,ginkgo leaf tablets for 3 times a day,respectively.The changes of MoCA score,levels of sRAGE,sLRP-1 and the occurrence of adverse reactions before and after treatment were compared between the two groups.Results The scores of MoCA were improved in both groups after treatment,and the observation group improved more after treatment,and the differences were statistically significant (P ＜ 0.0 5).There was no significant difference in plasma sRAGE and sLRP-1 levels between the two groups (P ＞ 0.05),but the plasma sRAGE increased and the sLRP-1 level decreased after treatment in two groups (P ＜ 0.05).Plasma sRAGE was higher in the treatment group than that in the control group,while the sLRP-1 level was lower than that in the control group (P ＜0.05).Conclusion Ginkgo leaf tablets have a significant clinical effect for aMCI patients,which can increase level of plasma sRAGE and decrease sLRP-1.

Objectives To evaluate the role of PCSK9 (proprotein convertase subtilisin kexin type 9) on the lipid accumulation and kidney injury of C57BL/6 mice. Methods The 24 h urine of 12 weeks old wide type C57BL/6 mice and PCSK9 knockout (KO) mice were collected through a metabolic cage, followed by perfusion and sacrifice. Urinary microalbumin?to?creatinine ratio (UACr), total cholesterol and triglyceride in kidney tissues were measured by ELISA. BODIPY 493/503 staining and standard transmission electron microscopy (TEM) of kidney tissues was performed for evaluating lipid accumulation and podocyte foot effacement in the kidney. Kidney tissues were also evaluated by PAS stain and TUNNEL stain. PCSK9, podocin and nephrin were quantified through real?time PCR, and the Bcl?2, Bax and cleaved caspase 3 were evaluated by Western blotting. Results Total cholesterol and triglyceride contents were higher in the kidneys of PCSK9 KO mice than controls (P<0.05). The level of lipid accumulation in glomeruli and tubules through BODIPY 493/503 stain, and the amount of lipid drop in TEM were more serious in PCSK9 KO mice. UACr and podocyte foot process effacement were increased, and the transcription of podocin and nephrin were decreased in the kidneys of PCSK9 KO mice (all P<0.05). The expression of Bcl?2 was decreased, and Bax and cleavedcaspase 3 were increased in the kidney samples of PCSK9 KO mice. Conclusion PCSK9 might be reversely involved in lipid homeostasis and accumulation, resulting in injury and apoptosis in the kidneys of C57BL/6 mice.

Objective To develop a self-assessment scale for medication literacy in patients with coronary heart disease comorbidity diabetes and to test its reliability and validity.Methods According to medication literacy theory model,the initial scale was formed through literature review,the qualitative interview and expert inquiry.Cognitive interview was used to optimize the expression of item text.421 patients with coronary heart disease comorbidity diabetes in a tertiary hospital in Zhejiang province from November 2022 to April 2023 were selected to investigate the reliability and validity of the scale by convenience sampling.Results The self-assessment scale of drug literacy for coronary heart disease comorbidity diabetes mellitus included 23 items in 5 dimensions including acquisition,understanding,communication,evaluation and calculation.The total Cronbach's α coefficient of the scale was 0.911;the retest reliability was 0.948;the average content validity index was 0.997;the correlation coefficients between each dimension and total score of the scale and the calibration scale ranged from 0.485 to 0.926.The exploratory factor analysis was employed to extract 5 common factors,and the cumulative variance contribution rate was 73.753％.Confirmatory factor analysis showed that the scale factor structure was stable.Conclusion The scale has good reliability and validity,and it can be used as an effective tool to evaluate the self-rated medication literacy level of patients with coronary heart disease comorbidity diabetes.

Objective:To analyze the differences of the concentrations of metals and metalloids in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) of patients with pneumoconiosis, so as to provide reference for the etiological diagnosis of pneumoconiosis.Methods:From September 2019 to August 2020, 47 pneumoconiosis patients hospitalized in Chongqing Prevention and Treatment Center for Occupational Diseases and undergoing bronchoalveolar lavage were selected as the research objects using cluster sampling method. The general situation and occupational history of patients were investigated by questionnaire, The BALF of 47 pneumoconiosis patients was collected, and the concentrations of metals and metalloids in BALF were detected by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) , the differences among patients with different types of pneumoconiosis, different stages of silicosis and different occupational history were analyzed by one-way ANOVA.Results:The concentrations of 50 metals and metalloids in BALF were detected, and 21 of them were analyzed. Compared with different types of pneumoconiosis, the concentrations of Zn, Mn and Sn in BALF were statistically significant ( F=9.959, 3.635, 9.488, P<0.05) . The concentrations of K, Mg, Fe, Zn, Cu and Ni in BALF were significantly different in different stages of silicosis ( F=4.271, 4.334, 3.588, 5.120, 7.340, 3.905, P<0.05) . The concentrations of Zn and Sn in pneumoconiosis patients with different types of work and types of exposed dust were significantly different ( P<0.05) . Conclusion:The detection of Zn, Mn, Sn, and other metals in BALF can provide reference basis for the etiological diagnosis of pneumoconiosis and provide a new idea for the diagnostic method of pneumoconiosis.