Animals ; Conditioning, Classical ; Evoked Potentials, Somatosensory ; Fear ; psychology ; Male ; Rats ; Rats, Sprague-Dawley ; Stress, Psychological

Coronary Vessel Anomalies ; diagnosis ; Electrocardiography ; Humans ; Infant ; Pulmonary Artery ; abnormalities

Nasal polyp (NP) is a common chronic inflammatory disease of the nasal cavity and sinuses.Although some authors have suggested that NP is related to inflammatory factors such as interleukin (IL)-1β,IL-5,IL-8,granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF),tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α,and IL-17,the mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis and progression of NP remain obscure.This study investigated the expression and distribution of IL-17 and syndecan-1 in NP,and explored the roles of these two molecules in the pathogenesis of eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (Eos CRSwNP) and non-Eos CRSwNP.Real-time PCR and immunohistochemistry were used to detect the expression of IL-17 and syndecan-1 in samples [NP,unciform process (UP) from patients with CRS,and middle turbinate (MT) from healthy controls undergoing pituitary tumor surgery].The results showed that the expression levels of IL-17 and syndecan-1 were upregulated in both NP and UP tissues,but both factors were higher in NP tissues than in UP tissues.There was no significant difference in IL-17 levels between the Eos CRSwNP and non-Eos CRSwNP samples,and syndecan-1 levels were increased in the non-Eos CRSwNP tissues as compared with those in Eos CRSwNP tissues.In all of the groups,there was a close correlation between the expression of IL-17 and syndecan-1 in nasal mucosa epithelial cells,glandular epithelial cells,and inflammatory cells,suggesting that IL-17 and syndecan-1 may play a role,and interact with each other,in the pathogenesis ofnon-Eos CRSwNP.

Objective To assess the relationship between fractional esterification rate of high density lipoprotein cholesterol(FERHDL)and coronary artery disease.Methods A total of 131 hospitalized patients underwent coronary angiography due to chest pain were included in the study and Datients were divided into CAD group(n=76)and non CAD group(n=55)according to coronary allgiograrn.Clinical and laboratory data including biochemical laboratory,FERHDL and lipid subclasses were analyzed.Results The FERHDL value of CAD group was significantly higher than that of the non CAD group(21.70±8.73 vs.18.65 4±6.26,P<0.05).There was an increased trend of FERHDL with numbers of diseased coronary arteries,significant difference was evidenced between non CAD group and 3-vessel group(18.65±6.26 vs.24.00±9.22,P<0.05).FERHDL was positively correlated with TG(r=0.647,P<0.001).LDLb-C(r=0.441,P<0.001)and negatively correlated with HDL-C(r=-0.708,P<0.001)and HDL2-C(r=-0.748,P<0.001).Conclusion Our data showed that the values of FERHDL were significantly increased in CAD patients and correlated with the severity of the CAD.

Objective To investigate the early diagnosis,treatment and prognosis of pyriform sinus perforation.Methods Fifteen patients were diagnosed to have pyriform sinus perforation,most of them were associated with pharyngeal pain or fever.Contrast X-ray and CT scan were used to confirm the perforation.Results Conservative treatment was used in 9 cases with wild symptoms and surgical intervention in 6 cases with severe symptoms and complications.Both methods achieved better clinical efficacy.By relevant examination,the perforation healed within 2-4 weeks and none had re-perforation for 1-30 months follow-up.Conclusions Pyriform sinus perforation with wild symptoms and within 12 hours can be treated conservatively.Large perforation(＞ 2 cm)last more than 12 hours or with any complications require exploration,surgical repair if possible and adequate drainage.Early diagnosis and effective treatment can reduce the incidence of complications and improve the survival rate of patients.

Objective To treat the patients with anterior spaces caused by periodontal diseases with aligners and evaluate the periodontal conditions before and after treatment.Methods Seven patients with anterior spaces ranged from 3.0 to 4.5 mm were randomly selected.All the patients were treated with aligner technique to close the spaces.Bleeding on probing(BOP)and probing depth(PD)were measured before treatment,1 month,3 months and 6 months after treatment.The CEJ-ABC distance was evaluated before treatment,1 month,and 6 months after treatment.Results No significant differences were found in periodontal evaluation and the CEJ-ABC distance between any two evaluated stages.Conclusions The aligners could be used in patients with anterior spaces caused by periodontal diseases.No periodontal tissue damages were found during the observation period.

OBJECTIVETo investigate the expression of miR-122 and its relationship with progression and development of acute liver failure in mice induced by D-GalN/LPS, and to explore new biomarker(s) for early diagnosis of acute liver failure.

METHODSBALB/C mice were randomly divided into four groups: the mice were given D-GalN (900 mg/kg body weight) and LPS (10 micog/kg body weight) intraperitoneally (i.p.) to construct the acute liver model; whereas the control groups were given D-GalN (900 mg/kg), LPS (10 microg/kg) and normal saline respectively. All biochemical and histological indexes were determined at 0, 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9 h respectively after administration. Real-time RT-PCR were used to detect the expression of miR-122 and pro-inflammatory cytokines, furthermore, the expression of miR-122 was verified by LNA (lock nucleic acid)-Northern-blot. ALT and AST levels were tested by biochemistry analyzer. Serum pro-inflammatory cytokine levels were tested by ELISA.

RESULTSThe mortality rate was about 80% at 24h after D-GalN/LPS treatment, but no mortality was observed in the other three control groups. Liver special miRNA miR-122 was highly expressed in liver tissue of normal mice (ct is approximately equal to 14), it was up-regulated significantly (P = 0.013) at first hour after treatment then down-regulated according to the development of acute liver failure, the change was more obvious at 9 h (ct is approximately equal to 15, P = 0.002). ALT and AST levels increased obviously at 3h after treatment and reached peak at 7 hours then they were declined sharply. It was found that the expression of miR-122 was faster and more durable than ALT. Pro-inflammatory cytokines related to acute liver failure including TNFa and IL-6 were all up-regulated in serum as well as liver tissue (P less than 0.05). Correlation analysis showed that miR-122 had a negative correlation with ALT (correlation coefficients -0.505) and positive correlations with TNFa and IL-6 (correlation coefficients were 0.493 and 0.674 respectively).

CONCLUSIONSLiver-specific miR-122 supposed be a new marker molecule for early diagnosis of liver cells injury in the acute liver failure.

Animals ; Galactosamine ; adverse effects ; Interleukin-6 ; metabolism ; Lipopolysaccharides ; adverse effects ; Liver Failure, Acute ; chemically induced ; metabolism ; pathology ; Male ; Mice ; Mice, Inbred BALB C ; MicroRNAs ; metabolism ; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha ; metabolism

The chitosan thermosensitive hydrogel is liquid at room temperature but gels rapidly when heated to body temperature. This hydrogel are wildly used for cell encapsulation, drug delivery or tissue-engineered scaffolds. The system can sustain the release of macromolecules over a period of several hours to a few days. However, with low-molecular-weight compounds, the release is generally completed within 24 h. To prepare a functional chitosan thermosensitive hydrogel for slow release both broad-spectrum antibiotic chlorhexidine and growth factor recombined human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2), The beta-cyclodextrin was used to prepare an inclusion complex with chlorhexidine, and then the latter was incorporated into the chitosan thermosensitive hydrogel system. Simultaneously, rhBMP-2 was added into the hydrogel system. By HAAKE viscosity measuring instrument, we contrasted the viscoelastic properties of system with or without objective factors. And the in vitro release kinetics of chlorhexidine and rhBMP-2 was investigated by HPLC (high performance liquid chromatography) and ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) respectively. The results showed that the addition of chlorhexidine/beta-cyclodextrin inclusion complex to the thermosensitive solution did not change the gelling behavior of the thermosensitive system. Further, the in vitro release profiles demonstrated that the release rate of chlorhexidine and rhBMP-2 from hydrogel became slower, controlled delivery over at least 1 month. By first preparing chlorhexidine/beta-cyclodextrin inclusion complex, and then mixing the IC and rhBMP-2 into the chitosan thermosensitive hydrogel, a functional chitosan thermosensitive hydrogel system with ability of slow release both rhBMP-2 and chlorhexidine is successfully made.
Bone Morphogenetic Protein 2 ; Bone Morphogenetic Proteins ; administration & dosage ; Chitosan ; chemistry ; Chlorhexidine ; administration & dosage ; Delayed-Action Preparations ; chemical synthesis ; Drug Carriers ; chemistry ; Drug Combinations ; Hydrogels ; chemistry ; Recombinant Proteins ; administration & dosage ; Temperature ; Transforming Growth Factor beta ; administration & dosage

OBJECTIVETo observe and analyze the intraoperative state of calcaneal fractures, and summarize the law of displacement after calcaneal fractures, so as to guide fracture reduction and fixation.

METHODSFrom March 2002 to March 2009, among 572 patients with calcaneal fractures, 427 patients were male and 145 patients were female, ranging in age from 17 to 73 years, averaged 37 years. The patients were injured from falling or road accidents, and all the patients were closed fracture. The 189 patients with complete clinical data were treated with reduction and fixation through the lateral approach after observation of displacement type of the fractures.

RESULTSAmong 189 patients,the fractures were found at the lower part of the articular surface in all patients, which was hillock point of calcaneus; the fractures were found at the Gissans Corner in 134 patients, and the type include cross-sectional fracture or oblique fracture; the fractures were found at calcaneal tubercle in 118 patients, and the fractures were divided into two parts from top to bottom; the fractures were found at the distal part of calcaneus only in 67 patients.

CONCLUSIONCalcaneal fractures show clear law of dislocation. Preoperative and intra-operative detailed analysis and evaluation, as well as reduction and fixation according to certain sequences can insure to get better operative effects.

Adolescent ; Adult ; Aged ; Calcaneus ; anatomy & histology ; injuries ; Female ; Fracture Fixation, Internal ; Fractures, Bone ; pathology ; surgery ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged

OBJECTIVETo retrospective analysis operating procedures and results of calcaneal fractures treated with plate fixation, identify problems and propose measures to reduce surgical complications.

METHODSFrom June 2008 to April 2009, 156 patients were reviewed, including 121 males and 35 females, ranging in age from 18 to 59 years, with an average of 41 years. Thirty-two patients had bilateral calcaneal fractures. Twenty-three patients were surgically treated on both calcaneus at the same time. Total 179 calcaneus were treated with operation. The operation records of all patients were analyzed in order to find the problems and deficiencies.

RESULTSAmong 179 calcaneal fractures, 31 feet (17.3%) had postoperative wound problems: wound infection and non-healing were found in 26 feet (14.5%), skin flap necrosis in 5 feet (2.8%). There were a lot of problems of plate internal fixation for the treatment of calcaneal fractures, including operation design, operative technique, as well as fracture reduction and fixation.

CONCLUSIONThe following methods are the only way to avoid operative complications for the treatment of calcaneal fractures: improved surgical technique, minimally invasive operation, simple and effective internal fixation.

Adolescent ; Adult ; Calcaneus ; injuries ; surgery ; Female ; Fracture Fixation, Internal ; methods ; Fractures, Bone ; surgery ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Young Adult