Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the accuracy and reliability of linear measurements using cone beam computed tomography(CBCT) system and to provide theoretical application of CBCT in oral implantation. Methods Ten experimental models of different toothless mandibles mixed with 10% of barium sulfate were used in this study. All these mandible models were marked with gutta-percha markers to standardize the plane of the transverse cross-sections and path of measurements. The mandible models were imaged using Mayer SS-X9010D CBCT device. Measurements were taken with DCT Viewer software and compared with measurements recorded directly in the mandible models using vernier caliper. A paired sample t-test was performed to compare difference between CBCT measurement and vernier caliper measurement. Less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results The differences of vertical lines between CBCT and vernier caliper were (-0.089 5±0.220 0) mm in anterior teeth area and (-0.083 0±0.190 0) mm in posterior teeth area. The differences of vertical lines between CBCT and vernier caliper were (-0.052 0 ± 0.140 0) mm in anterior teeth area and (-0.084 7 ± 0.320 0) mm in posterior teeth area. The corresponding t values were-1.784,-1.981,-1.621 and-1.684, respectively. All the P values were greater than 0.05. There was no significant difference between CBCT measurement and vernier caliper measurement. Conclusions CBCT is auseful tool to provide good accuracy and precision of linear measurement in dental implants.

Aim To generate m3AChR-G11 fusion protein in baculovirus-Sf9 cells and test the couping function,the interation and the influence factors be-tween m3AChR and G11 protein,as well as screen the specific ligands for m3AChR. Methods m3AChR-G11 fused DNA was generated through a two-step PCR and then expressed in Sf9 cells to produce fusion protein. The total concentration for membrane protein was de-tected by BCA method,[3H]QNB and [35 S]GTP?S binding experiment as perfomed to study the function of m3AChR-G11 fusion protein. Results The expression level of m3AChR-G11 was 7. 76 ? 10 -9 mol?g -1. The affinity of GDP to G11 partner changed in the presence of different muscarinic ligands. IC50 values of GDP in the presence of ACh,Pilo,CCh,MCN-A-343,Atro,4-Damp and Dafi were 82. 2,93. 70,12. 10,14. 30, 1. 93,1. 37,0. 72 ? 10 -6 mol ? L -1 respectively,and that in the absence of muscarinic was 1. 99 ? 10 -6 mol ?L-1.Concluslons The m3AChR-G11 fusion protein has the pharmacological specificity of m3 receptor and the efficient coupling interaction of the two partners. Affinity of GDP to ligand-bound fusion protein represents the species of muscarinic ligands. This is helpful in screening and detecting the new specific ligands to muscarinic receptors.

BACKGROUND:For the sacroiliac joint has complex structure and locates deep,its biomechanical properties have not been fully understood,even less about the study of reconstruction.OBJECTIVE:To construct a finite element model of pelvis after subtotal sacrectomy,and validate its effectiveness,which is supposed to be useful for evaluating reconstructions of sacroiliac joint.TIME AND SETTING:The establishment and validation of three-dimensional finite element model was performed in the Orthopaedic Laboratory of Changhai Hospital,Second Military Medical University between January and March 2008.MATERIALS:The CT scan images of adult males who had no pathological changes in lumber and pelvis were downloaded from CT work station in Changhai hospital.The CT scan included low lumber and whole pelvis,and got 132 DICOM images in all.METHODS:Two three-dimensional finite element pelvis models were established:① an intact pelvis model,② a defective pelvis model on which subtotal sacrectomy was performed cephalic to the S1 neural foramina.According to the biomechanical experiment of Hugate RR Jr,axial loads of 3 000 N and 1 000 N were applied on intact and defective pelvis models,respectively.The max axial displacements and stiffness on the L5 of two models were calculated and following comparison with the result in the literature.MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES:The max axial displacements and stiffness on the L5 were observed and considered as the index reflecting sacroiliac joint stability.RESULTS:The max axial displacements of the L5 on intact and defective pelvis models were 7.99 mm and 7.68 mm,respectively.The stiffness of the L5 on intact and defective pelvis models were 375 N/mm and 130 N/mm,respectively.The max axial displacements of the L5 on intact and defective pelvis models in the literature were(10.73?5.10) mm and(11.71?5.74) mm,and the stiffness were(353?231) N/mm and(101?49) N/mm,respectivly .CONCLUSION:In this experiment,we were successful to establish the finite element model of pelvis after subtotal sacrectomy.The calculated result was similar with the reference.The model could be used to evaluate different ways to reconstruct the sacroiliac joint.

Objective To study the diagnosis,surgical indications, and results of surgical treatment for hepatic hemangioma. Methods The data of 37 patients with hepatic hemangioma treated by hepatectomy in our department from July 2005 to July 2008 were analyzed retrospectively. The diagnoses were made by ultrasound, enhanced CT and MRI. Surgical indications included: (1) diameter >5 cm, located at the left lateral section or the lower edge of the liver with symptoms. (2) diameter >10 cm or recent rapid growth. The hemangioma were located in the left liver in 10 patients, right liver in 17, caudate lobe in 3, middle hepatic lobe in 2, multiple tumors in left and right livers in 5.The preoperative liver function was grade A in all patients. Results Five patients underwent right hepatectomy, 2 underwent left hepatectomy, 10 underwent left lateral sectionectomy, 3 underwent caudate lobectomy, 5 underwent central hepatectomy, 8 underwent right anterior sectionectomy, 4 underwent combined hepatic resections and 2 underwent prophylactic exploration of the common bile duct. Pringle's maneuver was applied in 28 patients, and total hepatic vascular exclusion in 7. The occlusion time ranged from 8-36 and 10-40 minutes (average: 22.2±14.3 min and 21.6±12.1 min),respectively. 400 ml of intraoperative blood transfusion was given to 4 patients each. All operations were successfully carried out. The specimens measured 5-20 cm. There was no peri-operative death.The postoperative complications were: pleural effusion (n=4); subphrenic (n=2). Histologic diagnosis confirmed hepatic cavernous hemangioma in all patients. All patients were regularly followed-up (ranged 6 months-4 years), and no recurrence was detected. Conclusion In carefully selected patients, liver resection for hepatic hemangioma is safe and effective.

Objective Using M2-Gi1α fusion protein expressed by baculovirus-Sf9 cell system to find the specific ligand for M2 receptor and detect the interaction of the two parts of the fusion protein.Methods The fused M2-Gi1α cDNAs were generated in a two-step PCR and then expressed in Sf9 cells.[3H]QNB and[35S]GTPγS binding experiments were employed to study the function of M2-Gi1α fusion protein.Results The expression level of M2-Gi1α fusion protein was 8.44±0.39 nmol·g-1 protein.The affinity of GDP to the Gi1α part changed under the affection of different ligands.The IC50 value in the appearance of acetylcholine,oxotremorine,arecoline,atropine,fangchinoline,levitimide were 21.35 μmol·L-1,23.86 μmol·L-1,11.91 μmol·L-1,0.13 μmol·L-1,1.05 μmol·L-1,1.75 μmol·L-1,and 2.5 μmol·L-1 when there was no ligand.Conclusion The M2-Gi1α fusion protein expressed in baculovirus-Sf9 cell system has pharmacological specificity for M2 receptor and the efficient coupling function between the two parts.The M2-Gi1αfusion protein is a helpful tool for detecting the new specific ligands of the M2 receptor.

BACKGROUND: It has been widely accepted that both bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) have the capacity to differentiate into neural lineages. Some scholars believe that in addition to HSCs and MSCs, bone marrow (BM) also harbors a highly mobile population of CXCR4+ tissue committed stem cells (TCSCs), including skeletal muscles, heart, liver, and neural tissue. OBJECTIVE: To make sure that neural tissue-committed stem cells (NTCSCs) reside in the bone marrow, and to establish a purification and culture method for bone marrow-derived NTCSCs.DESIGN: Opening animal study.SETTING: Department of Anatomy, the Second Military Medical University of Chinese PLA. MATERIALS: Adult Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats (pathogen-free) were provided by the Animal Center of the Second Military Medical University of Chinese PLA. Dulbecco's modified eagle's medium (DMEM)/F12, B27, N2 and epidermal growth factor (EGF, Invitrogen Company), basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF, CytoLab Ltd), rabbit anti-rat Nestin,CXCR4, β-Tublin Ⅲ, glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP, Santa Cruz Company), mouse anti-rat microtubule associated protein 2ab (MAP2ab) (Clone11-5B), cyclic nucleotide 3'phosphohydrolase (CNPase, Clone AP20, NeoMarkers Company), fluorescent(fluorescein isothiocyanate, Cy3) marker reagents (Wuhan Boster Bioengineering Co., Ltd), nuclear fluorescent dyes 4,6-diamidino-2-phenylindole(DAPI)(Sigma), immunohistochemistry reagents (Vector Laboratories Company) , and NycoPrepTM separation liquid (1.077A, Axis-Shield Company) were used in this study.METHODS: This study was performed in the Department of Anatomy, the Second Military Medical University of Chinese PLA from January 2004 to December 2006. Bone marrow was harvested from bilateral femurs and tibias of 2-3 weeks SD rats. Mononuclear cell layer was isolated by NycoPrepTM separation liquid and suspended in DMEM/F12(1:1)serum-free medium supplemented with 2% B27,1% N2, 20 μg/L bFGF, 20μg/L EGF, 1×105 U/L penicillin and 100 mg/L streptomycin. NTCSCs were isolated and propagated by suspensive growing from adherent cells in bone marrow in DMEM/F12 free-serum medium. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: NTCSCs were identified by immunocytochemistry for CXCR4, a marker of TCSCs and nestin, a marker of neural stem cells, and neural lineages marker protein after differentiation of cellular spheres. RESULTS: The NTCSCs spheres expressed nestin, a neural stem cell marker as well as CXCR4, a marker of TCSCs. The NTCSCs' spheres were naturally differentiated in DMEM medium with 15% fetal bovine serum. The differentiated cells expressed β-Tublin Ⅲ, MAP2ab, CNPase and GFAP, markers of neural lineages. CONCLUSION: NTCSCs reside in bone marrow and naturally differentiate into neural lineages in vitro.

AIM: To prepare m 1AChR-G 11 and m 4AChR-G 16 fusion protein in Baculovirus-Sf9 cell system and detect the effects of various muscarinic ligands on the interaction between m 1AChR and G 11 and m 4AChR and G 16 ,and screen different kinds of ligands specific for m 1 and m 4. METHODS: To prepare fused DNA of m 1AChR-G 11 and m 4AChR-G 16 in two PCR, then expressed in Sf9 cells and detect the pharmacological function of m 1AChR-G 11 fusion protein and m 4AChR-G 16 fusion protein by [ 3H]QNB and [ 35 S]GTP?S binding experiments; To expore the way of the activation of m 1AChR-G 11 and m 4AChR-G 16 fusion protein by various ligands includingcetylcholine (ACh), Pilocarpine (Pilo), 4-hydroxy-2-butynyl-1-trimethylammonium-m-chloro-carbanilatechloride (McN-A-343),tetrandrine, pirenzepine (PZ), alcuronium, atropine,R-(+)-hyoscyamine and gallamine by displacement by GDP on [ 35 S]GTP?S binding experiments. RESULTS: The expression levels of m 1AChR-G 11 and m 4AChR-G 16 fusion protein were (45 39?2 62) nmol?g -1 protein, (47 04?1 58) nmol?g -1 protein. The affinity of GDP to G 11 and G 16 partner changed in the presence of different muscarinic ligands. CONCLUSION: The m 1AChR-G 11 and m 4AChR-G 16 showed the pharmacological specificity to m 1 and m 4 receptor and the efficient signaling of the two partners. Ligands of m 1AChR and m 4AchR mediated different signal transduction by changing the affinity of G 11 /G 16 and GDP. So m1AChR-G 11 fusion protein and m 4AChR-G 16 fusion protein can be taken as a tool to screen ligands specific for m 1AChR and m 4AChR.

Objective To explore clinical and radiographic outcomes of unstable distal clavicle fractures (Neer ⅡB) fixed with lateral clavicle anatomic locking compression plate (LCP).Methods Between January 2009 and October 2010,eleven consecutive patients with unstable fractures of the distal clavicle (Neer ⅡB) were treated using lateral clavicle anatomic LCP.There were 9 men and 2 women,with the mean age of 37.2 years (range,23-43 years).The right shoulder was involved in 6 patients and the left in 5 patients.The interval between injuries to operation was 24-72 h (mean,48 h).After fracture reduction,the plate was place on superior of the distal clavicle.According to the distal fragment length,3 to 6 locking screws were carefully inserted,3 locking screws were used to fix proximal fractures.Coracoclavicular ligament was not repaired.Functional recovery of the shoulder joint was assessed using the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) rating scale score.Plain radiographs of clavicles were used to assess bony union.Results All the patients were followed up for 9 to 12 months (mean,10.3 months).Solid bony union was eventually achieved in all patients.The mean ASES scores were 89.1 (range,84-91) on the injured side versus 96.2 (range,94-100) on the contralateral side.No implant-related fracture,fixation failure and rotator cuff injury occurred.Conclusion Lateral clavicle anatomic LCP fixation in the treatment of distal clavicular fractures is a reliable and simple technique.

Objective To evaluate the clinical effect of treatment for deep burn wound on finger by proper digital artery flap.Methods From March 2013 to October 2016, 24 patients with deep burn wound on finger were treated by proper digital artery flap.Postoperative observation included wound repair, flap survival, complications and functional recovery of fingers.Results All the 24 flaps survived and no necrosis happened.The marginal abnormal circulation of flap occurred in only 5 cases, which cured by dress changing.All flaps kept well in contour, skin color, temperature and texture.Movement function of donor and recipient fingers was nearly normal.Conclusion Proper digital artery flap avoided the deficiencies distant pedicled flap, so it is a favorite choice for digital soft tissue defect caused by deep burn injury.

A 45-year-old male car driver died in a traffic accident of four cars rear-end collision on the highway. He was found to have died after a respiratory and cardiac arrest at the scene. No sign of skin injuries was observed from the external inspection. The autopsy was not permitted by the family members because of the local culture. Multislice computed tomography (MSCT) was applied to the current case, showing dislocation of C3~4 cervical vertebrae with Ⅱ degree, C4 vertebral plate fractures, and spinal stenosis. Post-mortem MSCT confirmed the diagnosis as whiplash injuries. MSCT was verified to be effective in showing the severity of whiplash injuries, thus providing certain objective evidence for medicolegal expertise.