Thymomas are most frequent primary tumors of anterior mediastinum.Surgery is the principal treatment method.Thymomas are sensitive to chemotherapy,and chemotherapy has showed a sig- nificant anti-tumor effect in locally advanced,recurrent or metastatic thymomas.Chemotherapy,radiother- apy or combined chemotherapy and radiotherapy before or after operation can offer patients excellent re- sponses,improve resectable rate.Some patients who are once inoperable obtain curative and palliative operation.Radiotherapy after operation can decrease residual tumor tissue,increase local control,de- crease recurrence,and prolong the survival.The multimodality therapy plays an important role in thy- moma treatment.

Hydronephrosis is one of the most common urological diseases in children.Most of hydronephrosis caused by ureteropelvic junction obstruction.Whether these children need operations were being argued.The current tendency is when the renal function become worse,operation is suggested needed,in order to save the renal function.So the methods how to evaluate the renal function are especially important,this article related to the current research and review.

Objective To observe the effect of acupuncture and herbs on risk factors and prognosis of transient ischemic attack (TIA).Methods 120 patients received treatment from March to May 2011 in Gaomi People's Hospital and the Hospital of Gaomi were randomly divided into three groups,with 40 cases in each.Acupuncture and Chinese medicine group was treated with needling Neiguan and administered with modified Tianmagouteng decoction,3 times/d; Chinese medicine group was treated with modified Tianmagouteng diction exclusively,3 times/d; Western medicine group was treated with Aspirin,0.1 g,1 times/d.The three groups were treated for 30 d of two therapeutic courses.TCM syndrome score,blood pressure,blood lipids,blood rheology,blood sugar changes in the three groups of patients were observed before and after the treatment.And follow-up of elapse rate and the incidence of stroke in a year were observed.Results After treatment,① in the acupuncture and Chinese medicine group: the total cholesterol was (5.21 ± 0.97)mmol/L,whole blood viscosity was [(4.26±0.66) 200 mPa · s,(5.69±0.15) 30 mPa · s,(9.72±2.33) mPa · s],fibrinogen was (2.12± 0.46)g/L,systolic blood pressure was (124.13±9.96) mm Hg,diastolic blood pressure was (79.23±7.50) mm Hg,blood glucose was (5.59 ±0.78) mmol/L; in the Chinese medicine group,the total cholesterol was (5.43± 1.04) mmol/L,whole blood viscosity was [(4.25±0.25) 200 mPa · s,(5.46±0.55) 30 mPa · s,(9.81± 2.01) 5 mPa · s],fibrinogenwas (2.32±0.33) g/L,systolic blood pressure was (129.78±14.25) mm Hg,diastolic blood pressure was (79.54± 7.65) mm Hg,blood glucose was (5.60± 0.75) mmol/L; in the western medicine group,the total cholesterol was (5.52± 1.16) mmol/ L,full blood viscosity was [(4.12±0.54) 200 mPa · s,(5.45± 0.65) 30 mPa · s,(9.09 ± 1.11) mPa · s],fibrinogen was (2.41 ± 0.44) g/L,systolic blood pressure was (129.83 ± 14.91) mm Hg,diastolic blood pressure was (80.72±7.47) mm Hg,blood glucose was (5.75 ± 0.61) mmol/L.all these results were improved significantly than those before the treatment in the same group (P＜0.05),and the acupuncture and Chinese medicine group improved better than the other two groups (P＜0.05).② In 1-year follow-up,TIA recurrence rate of stroke in the acupuncture group were lower than the other two groups.Conclusion Acupuncture and Chinese medicine treatment were not only be able to improve the clinical symptoms of patients with TIA and blood pressure,blood lipids,blood theology,blood sugar and other risk factors for TIA patients significantly,but also can effectively reduced the relapse rate and the incidence of stroke.

Objective To explore the clinical feature and therapeutic strategy for children with thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA). Methods The clinical manifestation, auxiliary examination and treatment of 24 cases of children with TMA was analyzed retrospectively. Hemolysis urine toxin syndrome (HUS)occurred in 22 cases, and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) occurred 2 cases. Results Sixteen cases was onset from May to July,and 8 cases was onset from September to November. Typical HUS (D+HUS) was 8 cases, and atypical HUS (D-HUS) was 14 cases. In 22 HUS children, 18 cases were given hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis treatment. The illness were significantly improved, and the platelet count and renal function fully recovered normal. But 1 case appeared neurological symptoms such as headache, facial paralysis on one side, gastrointestinal bleeding, and fever, after getting better. Eventually the patient died of disseminated intravascular coagulation. Two cases of TTP were given plasma exchange , anti-infection, large dose of methylprednisolone and anti- platelet aggregation treatment . After treatment, the level of hemoglobin and blood platelets returned normal and consciousness was recuperated. Conclusions HUS and TTP are similar in pathogenesis and clinical manifestation,and it is necessary to be differentiated. Early diagnosis and proper treatment is the key to save the life of children with TMA. As soon as the diagnosis is clear, hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis treatment should be given to HUS, and plasma exchange to TTP,to quickly control the condition and improve the clinical symptoms.

A three-dimensional (3D) model of human anterior chamber is reconstructed to explore the effect of different corneal temperatures on the heat transfer in the chamber. Based on the optical coherence tomography imaging of the volunteers with normal anterior chamber, a 3D anterior chamber model was reconstructed by the method of UG parametric design. Numerical simulation of heat transfer and aqueous humor flow in the whole anterior chamber were analyzed by the finite volume methods at different corneal temperatures. The results showed that different corneal temperatures had obvious influence on the temperature distribution and the aqueous flow in the anterior chamber. The temperature distribution is linear and axial symmetrical around the pupillary axis. As the temperature difference increases, the symmetry becomes poorer. Aqueous floated along the warm side and sank along the cool side which forms a vortexing flow. Its velocity increased with the addition of temperature difference. Heat fluxes of cornea, lens and iris were mainly affected by the aqueous velocity. The higher the velocity, the bigger more absolute value of the above-mentioned heat fluxes became. It is practicable to perform the numerical simulation of anterior chamber by the optical coherence tomography imaging. The results are useful for studying the important effect of corneal temperature on the heat transfer and aqueous humor dynamics in the anterior chamber.
Anterior Chamber ; physiology ; Aqueous Humor ; physiology ; Cornea ; physiology ; Humans ; Iris ; Lens, Crystalline ; Models, Biological ; Temperature ; Tomography, Optical Coherence

Objective To develop a quick, simple and sensitive method for determination of sulfuric acid mist in the air by ion chromatography. Methods The samples were collected by Nillipore filter, Na2CO3-NaHCO3 solution was used and the samples were analyzed by using ion-chromatography as well as external standard curve. Results The linear range of the method was 0.5-10.0 ?g/ml and the correlation coefficient was 0.999 8. The RSD for the test accuracy and variation of repeat tests within one day or between the different days was

Objective To observe the effect of treating chronic renal failure with self-made Huazhuo Baoyuan decoction.Methods 90 patients of chronic renal failure belonging to spleen and kidney yang deficiency and turbid toxic obstruction type diagnosed by TCM syndrome differentiation were randomly divided into a treatment group and a control group according to the date of reception.40 cases in the control group were treated with conventional western medicine,which were low-salt high-quality low-protein diet; to correct acid-base balance and electrolyte imbalance; to correct anemia; adding amino acids; to control blood sugar in patients with history of diabetes; to control blood pressure in patients with hypertension.50 patients in the treatment group were additionally treated with self-made Huazhuo Baoyuan decoction on the basis of the control group.Such indexes as symptom score,serum creatinine (Scr),blood urea nitrogen (BUN),endogenous creatinine clearance rate (Ccr),hemoglobin (Hb),liver function:aspartate aminotransferase (AST),alanine aminotransferase (ALT) ; lipids:total cholesterol(TC),triglyceride(TG),high density lipoprotein cholesterol(HDL-C),low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) were observed before and after the treatment.Results After treatment,total effective rate was 88.0％ and 67.5％ in the treatment group and the control group respectively,the difference was statistically significant (P=0.012).The value of Scr (292.95± 85.95) μmol/L,BUN (22.69 ± 9.84) mmol/L,Ccr (22.69 ±9.84)rn1/min,CH(6.23 ± 0.57)mmol/L,TG(1.70± 0.22)mmol/L,HDL-C(1.45 ± 0.04)mmol/L,LDL-C(3.30 ±0.60) mmol/L showed significant difference after the treatment than before in the treatment group (P＜0.05 or P＜ 0.01).Compared with the control group of after treatment [Scr (336.63 ± 90.77)μmol/L,BUN(10.47 ±2.71) mmol/L,Ccr (19.47 ± 6.71) rnl/min,CH (7.21 ± 0.62) mmol/L,TG (2.30 ± 0.27) mmol/L,HDL-C (0.87 ±0.05)mmol/L,LDL-C (5.60±0.70)mmol/L],the difference was statistically significant(P＜0.05).Conclusion Self-made Huazhuo Baoyuan decoction was effective and safe to treat chronic renal failure.

Objective To observe the effects of self-made Yicong-Shugan drink in the treatment of anxiety disorders before the college entrance examination.Methods Random number table was adopted for dividing 121 outpatients with anxiety disorders before the college entrance examination in the People's Hospital of Gaomi and Gaomi TCM Hospital since January 2007 to March 2011 into a treatment group with 69 cases,and a control group with 52 cases.The treatment group was treated with Yicong-Shugan Decoction,while the control group was given alprazolam.Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAMA),the Clinical Global Impression Scale (CGI) and Anxiety Rating Scale (SAS) were used to determine the clinical efficacy in both groups before treatment and 1,2,4,6 weeks after the treatment.Results ① In the control group after treatment,one week HAMA score (23.1 ±7.9) was significantly changed than before the treatment (31.1 ±7.6) (P＜0.05); whereas no significant change in the treatment group (P＜0.05).This demonstrated that alprazolam has a faster affection than Yicong-Shugan drink.② HAMA integral scores,CGI integral scores and SAS scores of both groups at 2,4,6 weeks after treatment were:HAMA integral score:(22.6 ± 7.5),(11.7 ± 5.3),(7.9 ± 5.4) in the treatment group,while (18.7 ±6.9),(13.8 ±6.7),(11.8 ±6.5) in the control group; CGI integral score:(3.4 ±0.7),(2.1 ±0.6),(1.8 ±0.7) in the treatment group,while (3.2 ±0.8),(1.8±0.5),and (1.6 ±0.6) in the control group; the SAS scores:(53.8±8.5),(38.7 ±9.6),(30.6 ±7.6) in the treatment group,while (50.2 ±8.9),(41.5 ±9.8),and (39.2 ±8.3) in the control group respectively.All these scores showed significant difference than those before the treatment in the same group (P＜0.01).HAMA and SAS scores in the treatment group were significantly lower than the control group after the treatment (P＜0.01).This demonstrated that both alprazolam tablets and Yicong-Shugan drink have a good anxiolytic effect,but Yicong-Shuxin drink has a longer lasting effects.Conclusion Self made Yicong-Shugan drink can effectively improve the patient with college entrance examination anxiety disorder.Alprazolam tablets have a quicker effects than self-made Yicong-Shugan decoction,while Yicong-Shuxin decoction has a longer lasting effects than alprazolam.

ObjectiveTo observe the effects of Shengqing-Jiangzhuo decoction combined with western medicine on metabolic syndrome.Methods120 patients with metabolic syndrome in Gaomi City People's Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine from March 2008 to July 2011 were randomly divided into a treatment group and a control group according to case number,with 60 cases in each group.The control group was treated with Western medicine individualized and symptomatic treatment,while on the basis of the control group the treatment group was additionally treated with Shengqing-Jiangzhuo decoction.Both groups were continuously treated for 2 months.The main symptoms of the two groups of patients before and after clinical efficacy as well as blood pressure,body mass index (BMI),waist-hip ratio (WHR) lipid levels,glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C) changes were observed.Results① The clinical efficacy:After treatment,dizziness,dry mouth,constipation,bloating,irritability and other symptoms improved significantly,with 85.00％ and 73.33％ of the total effective rate in treatment group and control group respectively; ② laboratory parameters detection:there was statistical difference between the control group and the treatment group in terms of systolic blood pressure (127.30±8.00) mm Hg,diastolic blood pressure (81.35±3.81) mm Hg,body mass index (23.3±1.48),waist-hip ratio (0.85 ± 0.07),as well as cholesterol (3.32 ± 0.81)mmol/L triglyceride (1.76 ±1.01) mmol/L,low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (2.20±0.72)mmol/L,high density lipoprotein cholesterol (1.39±0.14) mmol/L,glycosylated hemoglobin (6.58±0.82) mg/dl,(P＜0.05 or P＜0.01).Conclusion Shengqing-Jiangzhuo decoction significantly improved the clinical efficacy of metabolic syndrome.

Objective To study the influence of cognitive behavioral intervention on the quality of marriage and family function in patients with depression. Methods 146 hospitalized patients with depression were divided into study group and control group according to the set sequence. The study group were given cognitive behavioral intervention and the control group were given routine nursing.All patients were assessed by Hamilton depression scale (HAMD), Hamilton anxiety scale (HAMA), family functioning (FAD), marriage quality questionnaire (ENRICH) to evaluate the depression and family function. Results The difference in ENRICH total score, marital satisfaction, conflict resolution, children and marriage, leisure activities and the relationship with family and friends,FAD total score, problem solving, emotional response was statistically significant between before and after the intervention of the study group ( <0.05) . In the 6th weeks, the difference in ENRICH total score, marital satisfaction, conflict resolution methods, children and marriage,leisure activities and the relationship with family and friends, FAD total score, problem solving,emotional response was statistically significant between the two groups ( <0.05);The difference in HAMD,HAMA score was statistically significant between the 0th and 6 th weeks of the two groups ( <0.05) . There was a negative correlation between HAMA and conflict resolution factor (=-0.48, <0.05) . There was a positive correlation between FAD and the HAMD total score (=0.43,<0.05) . There was a negative correlation between ENRICH and HAMD total scores (r=-0.46, <0.05) .Conclusion The cognitive behavioral intervention can improve the family function and the quality of marriage in patients with depression.