1. Effect of macrophages with different activated phenotypes on tumor growth, lymphangiogenesis and lymph node metastasis in mice bearing Lewis lung carcinoma
Tumor 2008;28(8):660-663
Objective: To explore the effect of macrophages with different activated phenotypes on tumor growth, lymphangiogenesis and lymp node metastasis in mice bearing Lewis lung carcinoma (LLC). Methods: The xenografted models were established via subcutaneous injection of LLC cells and activated macrophages into mice. They were divided into 4 groups: blank control group, classically activated macrophages (caMphi) group, alternatively activated macrophages (aaMphi) group and RAW264. 7 group with 10 mice in each group. The growth of transplanted tumors was examined dynamically and then the mice were sacrificed on d 28. The transplanted tumors were resected and the lymph nodes and distant metastasis were observed by HE staining. The LYVE-1+ lymphatic vessel densities (LVD) were detected by immunohistochemistry. Furthermore, other 40 mice were randomly divided into the four groups and the survival rates were recorded. Results: Compared with the blank control group, the aaMphi and RAW264. 7 xenografted tumors grew faster and had more lymph nodes and lung metastasis (P < 0.01) as well as increased LVD and decreased survival rates (P < 0.05) in the aaMphi group and RAW264.7 group. The number of metastatic lymph nodes and LVD were significantly higher in the aaMphi group than those in the RAW264. 7 group (P < 0.05). However, there was no significant difference in tumor growth, lung metastatic nodes and survival rate of tumor-bearing mice between the two groups (P > 0.05). Conclusion: aaMphi can promote the growth, lymphangiogenesis, lymph nodes and lung metastasis in transplanted LLC tumors, and reduce the survival rate of tumor-bearing mice. In the tumorigenesis of transplanted LLC tumors, RAW264. 7 cells may toward aaMphi.
2.Expression of alpha-smooth muscle actin on experimental radiation nephropathy.
Dian-Ge LIU ; Bi-Cheng LIU ; Chun-Xia ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Pathology 2005;34(11):743-744
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3.A study on correlation between the isometric and isokinetic concentric muscle strength of trunk flexors and extensors
Jie HUANG ; Peng CHENG ; Haitao LANG ; Xia BI ; Jie ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2003;0(05):-
Objective To explore the correlation between the strength of trunk flexors and extensors obtained by isometric and isokinetic concentric tests. Methods The strength of trunk extensors and flexors were measured by isometric and isokinetic concentric tests during trunk flexion and extension in 50 healthy subjects, and the peak torque of flexion and extension (FPT and EPT) and the ratios of FPT/EPT were analyzed with correlation and regression analysis. Results The FPT and EPT of trunk flexors and extensors were positively correlated (r_F=0.827,P0.05, respectively), the regression equations of FPT and EPT were y^=8.158+1.097X and y^=-12.375+0.781X, respectively. Conclusion The isometric test of the trunk extensors and flexors could assess accurately the changes of the trunk muscle strength without aggravating pain and diseases. It is more reasonable to evaluate the stability of trunk with the FPT/EPT ratio at neutral position.
4.Study on Gantt charts in quality control management in nursing practice
Chunxia BI ; Hongyu LI ; Cheng XIN ; Ling CHENG ; Ying ZHANG ; Xiuli WANG
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2013;29(30):65-68
Objective To know about the influence of quality control based on Gantt chart on work quality and stress,so as to explore effective method of management suitable for them.Methods 52 nurses from the eastern zone of a three A-level hospital in Jiujiang City were randomly selected as the experimental group,they were implemented with Gantt chart management.Another 52 nurses from the western zone of the same hospital were selected as the control group,they were executed traditional experience-based management.The scores of quality of care and nurses stress were compared between the two groups.Results For the score of the quality of care,the experimental group was higher;,for the score of the nurses stress,the experimental group was lower in the overall sides,and the differences were significant except those of the working environment and equipment,which showed no significant difference between two groups.Conclusions Gantt management method can significantly improve the quality of care,moreover,effectively alleviate the nurses'stress.
5.Reliability and validity of Chinese-version of the chronic pain acceptance questionnaire-8
Cheng XIN ; Hongyan WANG ; Hongyan KE ; Chunxia BI ; Ling CHENG ; Zhaoquan JIANG ; Huijun ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Behavioral Medicine and Brain Science 2014;23(3):281-283
Objective To evaluate reliability and validity the Chinese-version of chronic pain acceptance questionnaire-8(CPAQ-8).Methods The reliability and validity of CPAQ-8 was tested in 223 old patients with chronic pain.Result The Chinese-version of CPAQ-8 was (23.79±-5.23),AE was (12.84±4.96),PW was(10.97 ±2.90).Cronbach' s of CPAQ-8 was 0.853,and Guttmann Split-Half Coefficient was 0.843.Two factors were extracted by factor analysis through exploratory factor analysis,whose cumulative contribution was 58.217%.While confirmatory factor analysis showed probability level of the modified model was P=0.322,with indexes as follows: x2/df =1.124,GFI =0.979,AGFI =0,956,TLI =0.069,RMSEA =0.024,NFI =0.960,TLI =0.992,CFI =0.995.Conclusion Reliability and validity of CPAQ-8 were both well.
6.Isolation, identification and phylogenetic analysis of six strains of H5N6 highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
Nana CHANG ; Qian ZHANG ; Cheng ZHANG ; Fei DU ; Mamuti AMUTIKARI ; Yuhai BI ; Zhenghai MA
Chinese Journal of Microbiology and Immunology 2021;41(4):254-261
Objective:To analyze phylogenetic structure and molecular characteristics of H5N6 avian influenza virus (AIVs) isolated from live poultry market (LPM).Methods:Oropharyngeal and cloacal swabs from poultry, and environmental samples were collected from LPM in Urumqi in December 2018, AIVs were isolated and identified by inoculation of chicken embryo, hemagglutination test and RT-PCR, the viral whole genome was amplified with the universal primers of influenza A virus, and then sequenced, pairwise sequence alignments, phylogenetic and molecular characteristics analysis were performed by BLAST, Clustal W, MEGA-X and DNAStar software.Results:Six strains of H5N6 AIVs were isolated from poultry samples, the identity between the viral genes was high (99.4%-100.0%), so the isolates were the same source. BLAST analysis revealed that the viral NP sequence had the highest identity (99.7%) with H5N6 AIVs isolated from poultry in Suzhou, while the sequence of the remaining 7 viral genes had the highest identity (99.0%-100.0%) with H5N6 AIVs isolated from environment in Guangdong during 2017 to 2018. Phylogenetic analysis showed that the viral HA belonged to Clade 2.3.4.4C, and the viral HA, NA, PB1, PA, NP, and MP were all clustered together with H5N6 AIVs isolated from mink in Eastern China in 2018, while the PB2 and NS were clustered together with H5N6 AIVs isolated from environment in Guangdong from 2017 to 2018. The HA cleavage site contained multiple basic amino acid residues, which was highly pathogenic AIVs (HPAIVs). S137A and T160A mutations of HA could increase binding to human-type receptor SAα2, 6-Gal. Additionally, the viral multiple mutations, including 59-69 deletion in NA, the L89V, G309D, R477G, I495V, I504V, D391E, and A661E in PB2, as well as the P42S, D92E, and 80-84 deletion in NS1, could enhance the viral virulence and pathogenicity to mammals. Conclusions:The 6 strains of H5N6 HPAIVs isolated from LPM have relatively close genetic relationship with H5N6 AIVs isolated from mink in Eastern China and environment in Guangdong during 2017 to 2018, the viral multiple mutations could increase its pathogenicity to mammals, which could pose a potential risk to public health.
7.Relationship between Ulcerative Colitis and Lung Injuries.
Zhi-peng TANG ; Jia-wei WU ; Yan-cheng DAI ; Ya-li ZHANG ; Rong-rong BI
Chinese Medical Sciences Journal 2015;30(2):65-69
OBJECTIVETo explore the relationship between ulcerative colitis (UC) and lung injuries by assessing their clinical manifestations and characteristics.
METHODSFrom July 2009 to April 2012, 91 UC patients presenting to Longhua Hospital who met the established inclusion and exclusion criteria were enrolled in this retrospective study. According to the scores of disease activity index, the patients were divided into the mild, moderate, and severe groups. Meanwhile, the records of pulmonary symptoms, chest X-ray image, and pulmonary function were reviewed.
RESULTSSixty-eight (74.7%) patients had at least 1 pulmonary symptom, such as cough (38.5%), shortness of breath (27.5%), and expectoration (17.6%). And 77 (84.6%) had at least 1 ventilation abnormality. Vital capacity value was significantly lower in the severe group than that in the mild group (91.82%±10.38% vs. 98.92%±12.12%, P<0.05).
CONCLUSIONSLung injury is a common extraintestinal complication of UC. According to the theory in Traditional Chinese Medicine that the lung and large intestine are related, both the lungs and large intestine should be treated simultaneously.
Adult ; Colitis, Ulcerative ; complications ; physiopathology ; Female ; Humans ; Lung Injury ; etiology ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Vital Capacity
8.Attitudes and its related factors of Chinese military personnel toward homosexual in the military
Yili ZHANG ; Qi CHENG ; Wei GUO ; Tongjun YAN ; Yinhua BI ; Huanlin WANG
Chinese Journal of Behavioral Medicine and Brain Science 2013;(1):40-42
Objective To assess attitudes and its related factors of Chinese military personnel on homosexual served in the military.Methods 1362 enlisted military personnel,selected from land force by cluster sampiing,were interviewed by Military Personnel's Attitudes Toward Homosexuals in the Military Scale(ATHM).Results The attitudes of the present sample toward homosexual served in the military were found to be negative(the total score on the ATHM scale was (29.28 ± 6.59).The threat dimension made the biggest contribution to the negative attitude,followed by the comfort dimension.Marital status was negatively related to the total scores of ATHM (r =-0.067,P < 0.05),and other demographic variables such as age,only child,nationality,childhood environment,education level,years of service,and military rank were not associated with attitudes toward homosexuals in the military (r =-0.01,0.002,-0.035,-0.041,-0.015,-0.041,-0.039,P > 0.05).Further multiple linear regression analysis found that marital status was one of the attitudes' predictors.Conclusion Because of the threat and discomfort with homosexual,the attitudes toward homosexual in the military are mildly negative,and marital status correlate with it.
9.Development of the procedure for inner-hospital first aid in severe trauma patients
Xiaobin CHENG ; Yutian BI ; Jian HUANG ; Lianyang ZHANG ; Yuanzhang YAO ; Xianzhu ZHAO ; Lin ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration 2012;28(3):226-228
According to the current meditech conditions in China,we combined the domestic and overseas first aid modes and the problems in severe trauma together and inducted the methods of model study into the procedure of traumatic first aid.The purpose of the study is to establish the procedure of inner-hospital first aid in severe trauma.Through the investigation and practice in Daping Hospital,Third Military Medical University,on the basis principles of organizing first aid with high efficiency,shortening preoperative time and enhancing achievement ratio of remedy,we established the procedure of inner hospital first aid with the typical character of time-control mode.This method can effectively enhance achievement ratio of remedy,decrease the ratio of disability.Moreover,it may promotes the process of entirety,systematization and specialization of inner-hospital first aid in severe trauma.
10.Study on Extracting Process ofSan Ao Decoction by Multi-indexes Grading Method
Jinhua ZHANG ; Taoshi LIU ; Jianming CHENG ; Xiaolin BI ; Haifeng QIAN ; Dongdong CHEN
Chinese Journal of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine 2016;23(4):91-94
Objective To simultaneously determinate the contents of four active ingredients (Ephedrine Hydrochloride, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride, Amygdalin and Glycyrrhizinate) ofSan Ao Decoction by HPLC; To optimize the extracting process ofSan Ao Decoction.Methods The orthogonal test was employed. Volume of water, time of extraction and times of extraction were set as investigation factors; the transport rates of Ephedrine Hydrochloride, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride, Amygdalin and Glycyrrhizinate and the extraction rates were set as investigation indexes to conduct multi-indexes grading.Results The influence factors of the extraction ofSao Ao Decoction were the times of extraction > decoction time > the volume of water. The best extraction condition was: ten fold water; extract for three times; 1 h for each time.Conclusion The optimized extraction process is stable and feasible.