1.Recent perspectives and research progress in hyperlipidemic pancreatitis
Haiyun MA ; Yamin ZHENG ; Fei LI
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2014;20(12):909-912
Hyperlipidemic pancreatitis (HLP) has an increasing incidence.Primary HLP is common in patients with familial difficiency of lipoprotion lipase or apo-C Ⅱ.While for secondary HLP,the common reasons are excessive drinking,diabetes,obesity,fat-rich diet and special medications.Lipidlowering drugs,plasma exchange (PE) or continuous veno-venous hemofiltration (CVVH),low molecular heparin as well as insulin,have been widely used for the treatment of HLP.Changing of diet and lifestyle,in addition to controlling risk factors are the keys to preventing HLP.This article summarizes the latest perspectives and research progress of HLP.
2.An Investigation of the Therapeutic Effect on the Transcatheter Arterial Chemoembolization Under Temporary Hepatic Venous Occlusion for Transplanted Hepatoma in Rat
Yamin LIU ; Liangshan LV ; Guangfu YANG ; Qingyong MA
Journal of Practical Radiology 2001;0(10):-
Objective To study the therapeutic effect of temporary hepatic venous occlusion(TACE-THVO) in transplanted hepatoma rat model and to compare the effect between the adriamycin or the athanol iodized oil emulsion. Methods The seventy five SD rats with transplanted hepatoma were classified into five groups. In the control group, TACE-THVO was performed separately by injecting the adriamycin or the ethanol iodized oil emulsion. Within one week, ten rats in each group were all sacrificed. Then the results were analyzed by light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy.Results (1) Gross study results: within one week, the hepatoma volume in each group was reduced after therapy. The experimental groups showed a lower tumour growth rate than that in the control groups; (2) Light microscopy results: within one week, the area of the tumor necrosis and the capacity of the adriamycin or the ethanol iodized oil emulsion in the portal venous were increased in the experimental groups rather than that in the control groups. The area of the tumor necrosis with the adriamycin iodized oil emulsion was less than that of the ethsnol iodized oil emulsion; (3) Scanning electron microscopy results: within one week, the rough-surfaced reticulum showed a hydropic degeneration. There might be lipodol drop in the tumor nuceus, which appeared karyorrhesis. Conclusion The area of the tumor necrosis with the ethanol iodized oil emulsion is larger than that of the adriamycin iodized oil emulsion. TACE-THVO may be a effective therapy for the hepatoma.
3.Clinical Study of Advanced Primary Hepatocellular Carcinoma Cells After TACE with use of Portal Vein Perfusion Chemothepary
Yamin LIU ; Dongmei JIANG ; Hong QING ; Xiaohong FANG ; Qingyong MA
Journal of Practical Radiology 1992;0(11):-
Objective To study the efficacy of transcatheter arterial chemoembolization (TACE )and continuous portal vein perfusion chemothepary (VPC) on advanced hepatocellular carcinoma cells (HCC). Methods The patients in group A (n=83) received the epirubicin (EPI) 40 mg and the cisplatin (CDDP) 80mg, lipiodol-anticancer drug emulsion was injected into the feeding arteries of tumors followed by embolization with gelatin sponge (GS) particles. Patients in group B (n=59) after receiving the same as the group A then VPC was carried out. Results The response rate ( CR + PR) in group A and B was 45.8% and 61.0%(P
4.Expression of TNF-α and IL-10 at various altitudes in rats with severe acute pancreatitis
Yanjun XU ; Liang MA ; Changhong LIAN ; Yingming SONG ; Xinmin WU ; Yamin GUO ; Zeping HUANG
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2014;20(1):56-59
Objective To observed the expression of serum TNF-α and IL-10 in rats with severe acute pancreatitis (SAP) at different altitudes,and to explore the relationships between TNF-α and IL-10,the pathological changes of the pancreas,and the experimental basis for clinical diagnosis and treatment of SAP.Methods 72 specific pathogen free (SPF) Wistar male rats were divided randomly into three groups:1 500 meters altitude (group L),3 300 meters altitude (group M),and 4 300 meters altitude (group H).These three groups were then each divided randomly into four subgroups:control (group n),6 hours after pancreatitis (group p 6 h),12 hours after pancreatitis (group p 12 h),and 24 hours after pancreatitis (group p 24 h).Pancreatitis was induced by intraductal administration of 5% sodium taurocholate hydrate (NaTc).The rats were killed at 6,12,and 24 hours after NaTc injection in groups p.The group n rats were killed after 6 hours of pancreas observation.Blood samples and pancreatic tissues were collected post mortem and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) measured serum TNF-α and IL-10.Results Compared with the control (group n),histopathological scores,IL-10,and TNF-α in the same altitude had a significant difference (P < 0.05) in group p at each time point.In the same altitude of group p,histopathological scores and IL-10 were increased with time elapsed (P < 0.05),while TNF-α was decreased with time elapsed (P < 0.05).There was a significant difference between group Mp and Lp in histopathological scores,IL-10,and TNF-α (P < 0.05),and the same result between group Hp and Lp (P < 0.05),but there was no significant difference between group Hp and Mp (P < 0.05).Meanwhile,IL-10 had a positive relationship with histopathological score,but TNF-α had a negative relationship with histopathological score.Conclusions The level of TNF-α increased with increasing altitude but significantly reduced with elapsed time.The level of IL-10 increased with both increasing altitude elapsed time.These results suggested that TNF-o and IL-10 might play a important role at different times in severe acute pancreatitis.
5.Proteomic comparison between effective and ineffective etreatment of HAART in viraemia patients
Fang MA ; Xiaofang JIA ; Jun CHEN ; Yamin YAO ; Xiaoqian LIU ; Hongzhou LU ; Lijun ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2011;34(12):1119-1124
ObjectiveTo find specific biomarkers related to HAART treatment in plasma samples of AIDS patients for clinical therapeautic efficacy evaluation and guidance for the prognosis of HIV treatment.MethodPlasma samples of AIDS patients were collected from Infectious Disease Department 1 of Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center in June of 2008 to February of 2009,including 11 successfully HAART treated cases (HIV load > 50 copies/ml) and 11 unsuccessfully HAART treated cases (HIV load <50 copies/ml).Patients' age ranged from 22 to 63.Plasma samples were treated by Bio-rad AurumTM Serum Protein Mini Kit to remove high abundant proteins:albumin and immunoglobulin were removed.The treatedplasmaproteinswereseparatedbytwo-dimensionalelectrophoresisandanalyzedby electrophoretogram using Imagemaster software to find differentially-expressed proteins related to therapeutic efficacy.After digestion by trypsin,the differentially-expressed proteins were identified by online reversed-phasenano-flow liquid chromatography coupled with electrospray ionization ion trap mass spectrometry.ResultsLow abundant proteins were efficiently enriched after the AurumTM Serum Protein Mini Kit treatment.Six differentially-expressed proteins were detected while comparing successfully and unsuccessfully HAART treated group.These proteins were accurately identified by tandem Mass spectrometry (MS), including serum transferrin, serum β-fibrinogen, etc.ConclusionsOur proteomic research revealed that the differentially-expressed proteins such as transferrin,which is related to plasma virus loading in AIDS patients in the process of treatment,might be potential biomarkers evaluating HAART therapeutic efficacy.
6.Dual Energy CT Imaging in Diagnosis of Cervical Squamous Cell Carcinoma Metastatic Lymph Nodes and Lymph Node Tuberculosis
Qingqing LI ; Yamin DENG ; Xiaofeng MA ; Wei ZHAO ; Yan WU ; Xiaoming LIU ; Yaying YANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging 2015;(3):161-164
PurposeTo explore the significance of dual energy CT in differential diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma metastatic lymph nodes and lymph node tuberculosis in the neck.Material and Methods Twenty-five patients with a total of 62 cervical enlarged lymph nodes confirmed with squamous cell carcinoma metastasis or lymph node tuberculosis by pathology underwent dual energy enhanced CT scan. Iodine coverage value of two different kinds of pathological properties of lymph nodes was measured. The trend of the spectrum curve was observed and the energy spectrum curve slope of two kinds of lymph nodes were compared. The sensitivity, specificity and accuracy of energy spectrum curve slope in differential diagnosis were analyzed. Results Of all 62 lymph nodes, there were 32 squamous cell carcinoma metastatic lymph nodes and 30 lymph node tuberculosis. There were statistic significance in the iodine coverage between the squamous cell carcinoma metastatic lymph nodes and lymph node tuberculosis (t=3.806 and 3.698,P<0.05). In the range from 60 keV to 180 keV, CT value of the two kinds of lymph nodes decreased with increase of keV value. It showed the higher the keV value the less CT value decreased, with the energy spectrum curve of drop type. The area of the iodine coverage was 0.756 with the differential diagnostic sensitivity of 56% and the specificity of 80%. The area of energy spectrum curve slope was 0.898 with the differential diagnostic sensitivity of 76% and the specificity of 85%.Conclusion The iodine coverage value and the energy spectrum curve slope have significance in differential diagnosis of the cervical squamous cell carcinoma metastatic lymph nodes and lymph node tuberculosis. The energy spectrum curve slope is superior to the iodine coverage value in differential diagnosis.
7.Analysis and construction of Research Integrity Training Modefor Postgraduates
Youqin HE ; Yamin LIU ; Yan LIU ; Yanmin CHENG ; Ning WANG ; Sujing MA
Chinese Journal of Medical Science Research Management 2015;28(1):16-19
Objective To promote the idea and practice of truthful conduct of research among fellow researchers by creating a research integrity training mode for Chinese postgraduates.Methods Based on the RCR (Responsible Conduct of Research) training module,a common research education initiative adopted by many American research institutes,and through literature review and social science study,this paper explored the idea of develop a research integrity training mode for Chinese postgraduates.Results A thorough explanation and analysis was given to the five major aspect of research integrity training mode,including theoretical basis,training objectives,operational procedure,neces sary conditions for application and training evaluation.Conclusion Research integrity training is one of the most important contents of graduate education,and a well designed training mode is the first and foremost step of developing a responsible and credible environment in academia of China.
8.In situ observation of surface structures of cardiovascular endothelial cells with atomic force microscope
Tong YIN ; Jin LUO ; Yamin MA ; Xiaolong JI ; Yusheng ZHAO ; Shiwen WANG
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology 2009;6(3):178-181
Objective To observe the surface structures of cardiovascular endothelial cells in situ with atomic force microscope (AFM). Methods Fresh aorta and aortic valve were dissected from 10 healthy male New Zealand white rabbits. Before fixed in 1% formaldehyde, the fresh tissues were washed in the buffer phosphate solution. Under general microscope, the fixed aorta or valve was spread on the double side stick tape which had already been stuck on the glass slide. The intima of aorta or the aorta side of valve was towards upside. Then the specimen was dried under 37 degrees centigrade in an attemperator and was washed with pure water. After dried again, the specimen was loaded on the platform ofNanoScope llla AFM and was scanned in tapping mode with the scanning speed of 0.5 HZ. Results The surface structures of endothelial cell on the fixed and dried tissue could be obsserved clearly in situ with AFM. Aortic endothclial cells were large, branched and arranged sparsely and parallel to the direction of blood flow, whereas endothelial cells on aorta valve surface were small, less branched and arranged intensively and vertical to the direction of blood flow. When the scanning range was dwindled, granular ultra-structures could be observed on the surface of endothelial cells, and, as the scanning range was dwindled further, fissure and convolution could be seen on the surface of granules from aortic endothelial cells. Centre cavity and surrounding swelling volcano-like structure could be seen on the surface of granules from endothelial cells of aortic valve. Conclusions It's feasible to observe the surface ultra-structures of cardiovascular endothelial cells in situ with AFM and morphological information provided by A FM might be of clinical value in future histopathological diagnosis.
9.Vena cava thrombosis after vena cava filter placement:Incidence and risk factors
Yajuan GUO ; Jun FENG ; Tianrong QU ; Yan QU ; Yamin LIU ; Yushun ZHANG ; Hongyan TIAN ; Aiqun MA
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology 2011;08(2):99-103
Background The objective of this study was to assess the clinical safety and efficacy of vena cava filter (VCF) placement,with particular emphasis on the incidence and risk factors of inferior vena cava thrombosis (VCT) after VCF placement.Methods Clinical data of patients with venous thromboembolism (VTE),with or without placement of VCF,were analyzed in a retrospective single-center audit of medical records from January 2005 to June 2009.The collected data included demographics,procedural details,filter type,indications,and complications.Results A total of 168 cases of VTE (82 with VCF; 86 without VCF) were examined.Over a median follow-up of 24.2months,VCT occurred in 18 of 82 patients with VCFs (11 males,7 females,mean age 55.4 years).In 86 patients without VCFs,VCT occurred in only 6 individuals (4 males,2 females) during the study period.VCT was observed more frequently in patients fitted with VCFs than in those without VCFs (22% vs.7.0%).Conclusions The incidence of VCT in patients with VTE after VCF implantation was 22% approximately.Anticoagulation therapy should be continued for all patients with VCF placement,unless there is a specific contraindication.Almost all instances of VCT in patients with VCF implants in our study occurred after stopping anticoagulation treetment.The use of VCFs is increasing,and more trials are needed to confirm their benefit and accurately assess their safety.
10.Glycoproteomic study on human immunodeficiency virus infection related glycoproteins
Xiaofang JIA ; Jun CHEN ; Fang MA ; Yamin YAO ; Hongzhou LU ; Lijun ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Infectious Diseases 2011;29(4):193-198
Objective To investigate human plasma glycoproteomie changes related to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection,and to identify glycoproteins with potential anti-HIV activity or anti-HIV drug targets. Methods Plasma proteins with lower abundance were enriched through affinity purification to remove albumin and IgG in clinical samples (HIV-positive patient, n= 10, and healthy controls, n= 20). Proteins were separated by two-dimensional electrophoresis (2-DE) and stained by Pro-Q emerald glycoprotein stain kits. The 2-DE image was analyzed by ImageMaster software to find differential glycoproteins. Furthermore, the depleted HIV-positive and healthy control plasma proteins were digested by PNGase F. Glycoproteins were deglycoliszed, separated by 2-DE and analyzed by ImageMaster software. Differential glycoproteins were identified by liquid chromatography combined with high capacity ion trap mass spectrometry (HCT). Results The pretreatment of HIV-positive plasma prior to 2-DE could efficiently remove the high aboundant albumin and IgG in plasma and improve the detection of proteins with low-abundance. High revolution 2-DE gel images of glycoproteins from HIV positive and healthy control plasma samples were obtained. Glycoproteins were successfully deglycolized through PNGase F treatment. Thirteen differential glycoproteins were identified by liquid chromatography combined with mass spectrometry. These proteins included alphalantitrypsin precursor and serine/threonine-protein kinase N1. Conclusions Potential HIV infection related proteins,such as alphal-antitrypsin precursor are successfully identified. Our study may offer some help to understand the molecular mechanism of HIV infection and select new drug targets for preventing HIV infection.