1.Effect of Yujin on Cerebral Functions of Acute Hypoxia Mice
Zonghua LI ; Feng LI ; Jingchun HE ; Xin GUO ; Lijuan ZHAO
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2007;13(8):710-711
Objective To observe the effect of Yujin on cerebral function of acute hypoxia mice.MethodsThe acute hypoxia mice model was reproduced by cutting heads and establishing normal-pressure and closed hypoxic experimental settings. In yujin groups, the mice were treated with Yujin at the doses of 10 g/kg, 20 g/kg, 40 g/kg respectively through the intragastric tubes everyday. 6 days later, the mice survival time, the open-mouth times after cutting heads and the breathing time were observed. The activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and content of maleic dialdehyde (MDA) in cerebral tissues were measured. The morphological changes of the cerebral tissues under the microscope were examined.ResultsYujin could significantly prolong the survival time ( P<0.001) and the breathing time and increase the open-mouth times ( P<0.05~0.001), increase the activity of SOD ( P<0.001) and decrease the content of MDA ( P<0.01~0.001) in cerebral tissues. Compared with control group, the Yujin group mice had no obvious pathological alteration except some cerebral vascular dilatation.ConclusionYujin has an obvious protective effect on cerebral tissues of acute hypoxia mice.
2.Diagnosis and treatment of retroperitoneal bronchogenic cyst (report of two cases and review of literature)
Zhanjun GUO ; Gang LI ; Ye ZHANG ; Yuyou CHI ; Qiliang CAI ; Zonghua GUO ; Yi WANG ; Yuanjie NIU
Chinese Journal of Urology 2012;33(8):608-610
Objective To summarize the pathological and imaging features and treatment of retroperitoneal bronchogenic cyst.Methods The clinical data of 2 cases treated from October 2001 to November 2009 were summarized.The first patient was a 55-year-old woman with the chief complaint of lumbago in the left flank for 10 d.B-ultrasound showed mixed solid and cystic mass in spleen space with a diameter of 3.9 cm with thin wall and without rich blood supply.CT showed the lesion in the left adrenal gland region measured about 4 cm ×4 cm with low density with CT value of 10 HU,and enhanced scan was not obvious with CT value of 20 HU.It was diagnosed as left adrenal tumor and tumor resection was performed.The second case was a 17-year-old young man with the chief complaint of gross hematuria for 3 weeks after strenuous exercise.Ultrasonography found a 8.4 cm × 7.7 cm × 9.0 cm anechoic area surrounding the bladder.CT showed about 9.0 cm × 7.2 cm × 9.0 cm cystic lesion with thin wall,and the center density was uniformity in presacral space with CT value of8 HU.IVU showed visible semi-circular lower edge on the right edge of the bladder.The patient was diagnosed of presacral cyst and cystectomy was performed successfully.Results The pathology report of the first case:organizing wall with fibrous connective tissue,with most of the lining overlying pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium,goblet cells and subepithelial basement membrane.Pathological diagnosis was bronchogenic cyst,and the patient was followed up for 9 months without recurrence.The pathology report of the second case:pathological tissue fibers false wall tissue lining ciliated columnar epithelium,goblet cells seen in epithelium,fibrous tissue in the visible structure of mixed glands,a small amount of cartilage and muscle tissue.The diagnosis was bronchogenic cyst,and the patient was followed up for 2 years without recurrence.Conclusions Retroperitoneal bronchogenic cyst is rare and easily misdiagnosed.Radiology imaging can identify cystic features,while a few may be with high density without specificity.Surgical removal of retroperitoneal bronchogenic cyst with symptoms has good prognosis and may prevent malignant transformation and secondary infection.
3.Diagnosis and treatment of metanephric adenoma
Gang LI ; Zonghua GUO ; Changyi QUAN ; Shumin ZHANG ; Jing CHEN ; Juan WANG ; Yi WANG ; Yuanjie NIU
Chinese Journal of Urology 2012;33(1):47-50
Objective To explore the clinical and histopathological features of metanephric adenoma (MA). MethodsClinical and pathological data of 10 cases of MA were analyzed retrospectively.There were 4 males and 6 females,aged from 33 to 65 years,with an average of 45 years.2 patients had flank pain,4 patients had gross hematuria,and 4 patients were found by physical examination.The average diameter of tumor was 4.5 cm (2.5 - 8.0 cm).All patients were diagnosed as renal tumor by CT scan.9 patients underwent radical nephrectomy and 1 patient underwent partial nephrectomy. Results Pathological examination found that the tumors are composed of densely packed small uniform cells with regular nuclei that formed a tubular or adenoid pattern.Mitotic figures were absent or rare.4 patients were diagnosed as MA,2 cases were diagnosed as low-grade malignant MA,and 4 cases were diagnosed as MA with malignant component (2 cases of adenocarcinoma,1 case of chromophobe cell carcinoma,and 1 case of well differentiated papillary adenocarcinoma),7 cases were followed up for 22 months ( 10 to 34 months) without recurrence or metastasis. Conclusions MA is very rare benign renal tumor originating from epithelium,and a few are malignant,and some may contain malignant ingredients.Nephron-sparing surgery and radical nephrectomy are eligible for the treatment of MA.Considering the uncertainty of the biological behavior and cellular origin of MA,a long-term follow-up is necessary.
4.Clinical analysis of renal lymphangiectasia
Gang LI ; Ye ZHANG ; Zhi YANG ; Jing CHEN ; Zonghua GUO ; Jingang ZHANG ; Yi WANG ; Yuanjie NIU
Chinese Journal of Urology 2011;32(9):622-625
ObjectiveTo discuss the characters and management of renal lymphangiectasia.MethodsThe clinical data of two cases of renal lymphangiectasia were reviewed. The first patient was a 37-year-old woman with the chief complaint of lumbago in the right flank for 8 days.B-ultrasound showed mixed echo in perinephric space. On CT, similar appearances of fluid collections were seen, but not conspicuous. Conservative treatment was taken for three weeks and the symptoms were relieved. Three month later the patient had right lumbago relapse. CT scan revealed a large amount of fluid collection under the capsule of the right kidney. Percutaneous drainage was carried out. Two months later B-ultrasound showed fluid collection in perinephric space and percutaneous drainage again the fluid was sent to pathology. The second case was a 32-year-old woman with the chief complaint of lumbago in the left flank for the past three years. Ultrasonography revealed hyperechoic surrounding the left kidney. CT scan showed a left perinephric collection of fluid attenuation and circumferentially draping around the kidney. Renal lymphangioma was diagnosed and the patient underwent surgery.ResultsNeedle aspiration of the perinephric fluid was carried out, and laboratory analysis showed most leucocytes were lymphocytes. The pathologic diagnosis of the first case was renal lymphangiectasia. There was no recurrence during follow - up of two months. The second case was diagnosed renal lymphangioma pathologically. Follow - up for nine years, revealed no relapse.ConclusionsUltrasonography and CT contributed to the diagnosis of renal lymphangiectasia. Needle aspiration bioposy and histology could confirm it. Treatment of asymptomatic cases is not required. When collections are very large and cause symptoms, percutaneous drainage may be carried out however there is a risk of relapse.
5.Diagnosis and treatment of primary small cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder
Gang LI ; Zonghua GUO ; Changyi QUAN ; Jing CHEN ; Cuilian ZHANG ; Shumin ZHANG ; Juan WANG ; Yuanjie NIU
Chinese Journal of Urology 2011;32(7):459-462
Objective To investigate the clinical and pathological features of small cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. Methods The pathological and clinical data of 9 cases of small cell carcinoma were analyzed retrospectively. There were 6 males and 3 females, ages 45 to 79 years (mean age, 62 years). Clinical manifestations of 7 cases included gross hematuria and dysuria, the other 2 cases experienced lower abdominal pain. The mean tumor size was 2.0 cm (ranged, 0.5 to 7.0 cm). Two cases had multiple tumors and 5 cases had single tumors. The growth pattern in 2 cases was diffuse growth in the whole bladder. In 4 cases tumor cells were found in urine cytology. All 9 patients underwent surgical treatment, including TURBt. Four patients were diagnosed as superficial tumors before operation. All the patients underwent regular theprubicine irrigation in the bladder. One case underwent additional intravenous chemotherapy for 3 cycles. Partial cystectomy was performed in 2 cases, with regular theprubicine irrigation in bladder and 1 case underwent intravenous chemotherapy for 2 cycles. Radical cystectomy was performed in 3 cases, with 2 cases undergoing intravenous chemotherapy after operation. Results Pathological findings showed that tumor cells were small and round in shape. These hyperchromatic nuclei showed limited cytoplasm with lack of nesting characters. CgA and NSE were positive in immunohistochemistry. The final diagnosis was small cell carcinoma, with 1 case accompanied with transitional cell carcinoma and 1 case accompanied with prostate cancer. One case showed high preoperative serum calcium (3.15 mmol/L) and low serum phosphate (0.61 mmol/L), which returned to normal 1 month after operation. Four cases who′s bladder was preserved were followed up, 3 cases were alive for 4, 9 and 25 months after operation. The 1 case who underwent intravenous chemotherapy was followed up for 24 months and there was no sign of relapse or metastasis. In all the 3 cases with radical cystectomy, 2 cases died 2 and 28 months postoperativly. Another case with adjuvant chemotherapy was followed up for 24 months without recurrence or metastasis. Conclusions Small cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder is highly malignant with poor prognosis. Radical cystectomy in combination with systemic chemotherapy has better efficacy. Retained bladder surgery with systemic chemotherapy is an alternative choice. The most important factors which influence the prognosis of the tumor are clinical stage and therapeutic methods.
6.Cool-minded Ideas on Hot Inspiration of Famous Classical Formula Compound Preparation Development
Yan LIU ; Jipeng DI ; Cong GUO ; Jun ZHANG ; Yuntao DAI ; Zonghua SONG ; An LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2023;29(2):175-180
The development of famous classical formula compound preparations has been a research hotspot in recent years, carrying great expectations from the government, academia and industry. During the process of its research and development, it reflects many problems related to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) industry and deserves deep consideration by the academic community. Based on the current status of development of famous classical formulas, this paper summarizes the key problems and made an in-depth analysis. The results show that three key issues should be paid attention. The first is the weakness of basic research in TCM, which affect the healthy development of TCM. The second is the understanding of development of famous classical formula compound preparations is not in-depth, and the formulation of relevant policies needs to be more reasonable. Thirdly, the expectation for the development of famous classical formula compound preparations is too high, which affects the research and development process of the compound preparations. It is hoped that the TCM industry can take this opportunity to face the problems, propose solutions, and form new breakthroughs to promote the development and progress of TCM.