1.The influence of the presents of target and watching ways on the level and amplitude of accommodative fluctuation
Cui-xia, MA ; Fan, L(U) ; Jin-hua, BAO ; Zhi-li, ZHENG ; Jia, QU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Ophthalmology 2013;(3):254-258
Background Researches showed that as the non-optical factors,cognitive has certain influence on the regulating system.So accurately experimental design is one of the key steps that evaluates the non-optical factors on regulating system.Objective The present study was to investigate the influence of presenting pattern of target and watching way on the level and amplitude of accommodative fluctuate and to analyze the effect of focus gaze of cognitive on regulating system and the relationship between focus gaze condition under near work and the development of myopia.Methods This study complied with Declaration of Helsinki,and the permission of Ethic Committee and written informed consent was obtained before entering in this trial.Thirty healthy volunteers were included with the mean age (24.80 ± 1.98) years old,equivalent refractive diopter (-1.92 ± 2.02) D and mean cylinder (-0.19±0.58) D.The presenting pattern of the targets was designed as focus gaze and relaxed gaze.The accommodative response and accommodative fluctuation in the complete corrected right eyes for the different targets at the 40 cm under the gazing state was recorded with Grand Seiko WAM 5500 automatic infrared refractor in the experiment.Results The mean accommodative response value was (1.86±0.26) D under the focus gaze and (1.27±0.39) D under the relax gaze,showing a statistically significant difference (t=-8.052,P=0.000).The mean fluctuate value was(0.17±0.06) D under the focus gaze,with a significant lowing in comparison with (0.28±0.17) D under the relax gaze (t =3.600,P =0.001).Conclusions These results demonstrate that the different presenting patterns of sighting target and watching ways of the subjects affect accommodation system.The accommodative response was relatively more accurate with a smaller microwavc moving under the focus gaze condition.
2.Correlation of serum interleukin-6 and interleukin-18 levels to carotid artery intimal-medial thickness in patients with acute cerebral infarction
Chinese Journal of Neuromedicine 2008;7(10):1060-1062
Objective To investigate the correlation of serum interleukin-6 (IL-6) and IL-18levels to carotid artery intimal-medial thickness (IMT) in patients with acute cerebral infarction (ACI).Methods In 64 patients with ACI and 30 healthy volunteers, serum IL-6 and IL-18 levels were detectedusing radioimmunoassay and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), respectively. Carotid arteryIMT were measured in the two groups using color Doppler ultrasound, and the ACI patients were dividedinto two groups with carotid IMT greater or lower than 1.0 mm. Results The ACI patients and thehealthy volunteers showed significant differences in serum IL-6 (P<0.05) and IL-18 levels (P<0.05),which were also significantly different between ACI patients with carotid IMT ≥ 1.0 mm and those withIMT<1.0 mm (P<0.05). The ACI patients with IMT<1.0 mm had comparable serum IL-6 and IL-18 levelsto those in the healthy volunteers. In patients with carotid IMT ≥ 1.0 mm, the serum IL-18 level waspositively correlated to IMT (r=0.549, P=0.001), but the IL-6 level was not related to IMT (P>0.05).Conclusion The serum levels of IL-6 and IL-18 are elevated in ACI patients with increased carotid IMT.
3.High risk factors of brain metastases in 295 patients with advanced breast cancer
Min YAN ; Hui-Min L(U) ; Zhen-Zhen LIU ; Hui LIU ; Meng-Wei ZHANG ; Xi-Bin SUN ; Shu-De CUI
Chinese Medical Journal 2013;(7):1269-1275
Background The incidence of brain metastases in patients with breast cancer is approximately 10%-16%,and survival after diagnosis of brain metastases is usually short.This study was designed to evaluate the risk factors associated with brain metastases in advanced breast cancer patients,with a view to help predict patient groups with high risk of brain metastases.Methods In total,295 patients with advanced breast cancer were evaluated.All patients were pathologically confirmed and metastatic lesions were confirmed pathologically or by imaging.All patients were examined at least once every 6 months with head CT or MRI.Patients showing symptoms underwent immediate inspection,and brain metastatic lesions were confirmed by head CT and/or MRI.Results At a median follow-up of 12 months from the occurrence of metastases,brain metastases had occurred in 49 patients (16.6%).In our univariate analysis,variables significantly related to increased risk of brain metastases were hormone receptor-negative tumors,epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-positive tumors,and multiple distant metastases.Patients with dominant tumor sites in soft tissue,or defined as Luminal A subtype,tended to have a lower risk of brain metastases than patients with visceral metastases,Luminal B subtype,triple-negative subtype or HER2-enriched subtype tumors.Conclusions Our results strongly suggest that factors such as Luminal B,triple-negative,and HER2-enriched subtypes are high risk factors for brain metastases.These data,therefore,provide pivotal clinical evidence towards a comprehensive understanding of the risk factors of brain metastases in advanced breast cancer patients.
4.Relations between fasting serum lipids and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein level in Chengdu residents
Yan SHU ; Sen HE ; Xiao-Ping CHEN ; Zheng-Bing L(U) ; Rui YANG ; Kai LIU ; Kai-Jun CUI ; De-Jia HUANG
Chinese Journal of Cardiology 2012;40(2):125-130
Objective To explore the associations between fasting serum lipids and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein ( hsCRP).Methods Serum triglyceride ( TG),high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and hsCRP were measured in residents of Chengdu,China.Subjects with potential factors which might influence lipids and hsCRP were excluded,580 subjects [ mean age ( 62.3 ± 6.6 ) years ; male:58.7% ] were finally recruited by random sampling methods.Results There was a weak positive relationship between TG and hsCRP ( r =0.108,P =0.01 ) and a weak negative relationship between HDLC and hsCRP (r =- 0.197,P < 0.001 ),this was also true in the sub-group with BMI < 24 kg/m2 ( r =0.236,-0.140 respectively,all P <0.001 ).In subjects with BMI <24 kg/m2,the hsCRP concentration was significantly higher in subjects with higher TG or lower HDL-C ( all P < 0.05 ).hsCRP increased in proportion with the degree of dyslipidemia.After adjusting for gender,age,TC,LDL-C,fasting blood glucose,systolic blood pressure,diastolic blood pressure,history of hypertension and diabetes,smoking and alcohol drinking,logistic regression analysis showed that the odds ratio for increased hsCRP was 1.970 in subjects with either increased TG or lower HDL-C (P =0.105) and 9.098 in subjects with both higher TG or lower HDL-C levels (P =0.031 ).However,the observed relationship between TG,HDL-C and hsCRP in subjects with BMI < 24 kg/m2 could not be observed in subjects with subjects with BMI > 24 kg/m2despite significant more cardiovascular risk factors in these subjects.Conclusions A weak positive correlation between TG and hsCRP as well as a weak negative correlation between HDL-C and hsCRP was evidenced in the whole cohort suggesting dyslipidemia might be related to enhanced inflammatory status.However,this relationship is not observed in subjects with BMI > 24 kg/m2 despite existence of more cardiovascular risk factors in these subjects.
5.Clinical and radiologic study in Marchiafava-Bignami disease
Bo GAO ; Cui L(U) ; Gui-Quan SHEN ; Xue-Jian WANG ; Feng-Li LIU ; Xu-Qing SU
Chinese Journal of Neuromedicine 2008;7(3):301-303,310
Objective To investigate the clillicoradiologic characteristics of MarchiafavaBignami disease (MBD). Methods The clinical and neuroimaging findings, including lesion morphorogy, distribution, signal intensity/density in 7 MBD patients were retmspectiVely analyzed.Diffusion-weighted imaging(DWI)was performed in 5 cases.Of the 7 cases,4 underwent both CT and MRI,2 only CT and 1 MRI. Results with extensive iso-or slightly hypo-intensity on T1-weighted images and hyper-intensity on T2-weighted images, 5 patients were manifested as acute onset, in which white matter (WM) was symmetrically involved in bilateral periventricular and frontal subconical regions. Punctate or linear hypo-intensity on FLAIR images was found in the atrophied corpus callosum in 1 case presented as chronic type, with scattered patchy hyper-intensity in periventricular WM and frontal subcortical WM. DWI showed markedly hyper-intensity with diffusion restriction in 2 cases in acute phase with apparent diffusion coefficient(ADC)values(0.52~0.55)×10-3 mm2/s.Brain atrophy was found in all the 7 patients. Conclusions The MRI features of MBD are characteristic and may be associated with the clinical spectrum and prognosis.
6.Evaluation of the effectiveness of health education on iodine deficiency disorders in Hebei province in 2009
Zhen-shui, CHONG ; Jing, MA ; Li-hui, JIA ; Sheng-min, L(U) ; Yong-gui, DU ; Dong-rui, MA ; Jun, ZHAO ; Dong, XU ; Jin-qi, ZHANG ; Cui-ping, FAN ; Guang-jun, YAO
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2011;30(2):218-220
Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of health education on iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) in Hebei, and to provide basic information for development of control strategies. Methods A total of 34 project counties were selected in Hebei province, and 3 townships were chosen in each project county. Heath educational activities were carried out in the classes of grade 5 in the central primary school of each selected township. In the meantime, 3 villages were chosen in each selected township where the health education for women of childbearing age in the community was carried out. Sureys on knowledge of IDD control were conducted in the 34 project counties before and after the health educational activities. Results The knowing rates of IDD control among pupils in all 34 project counties increased from 71.10%(7835/11 019) to 94.84%(10 840/11 430) after health education, with a average increase of 23.74%. The knowing rates of IDD control among housewives increased from 77.02%(4531/5883) to 95.32%(5902/6192), with a average increase of 18.30%. Of which, the knowing rates of IDD control among pupils in Hengshui city increased from 55.56% (750/1350) to 94.89% (1281/1350),with a average increase of 39.33%. The knowing rates of IDD control among housewives in Handan city increased from 65.68%(532/810) to 96.50%(909/942), with a average increase of 30.82%. Conclusions The knowing rates of IDD control among pupils and housewives are remarkably increased after implementing the health education projects. They have better life and health habits, and the project achieves desired effect.
7.The technique and efficacy of percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic surgery for surgical treatment of L5/S1 disc herniation
Yu-Tong GU ; De-Rong L(U) ; Zhan CUI ; Zuo-Qing LIU ; Xiao-Gang ZHOU ; Zhen-Zhou FENG ; Jian DONG ; Xiao-Xing JIANG ; Yun YE
Chinese Journal of Clinical Medicine 2017;24(4):497-503
Objective:To investigate the technique and efficacy of PTES for treatment of L5/S1 disc herniation.Methods:PTES was performed on 52 cases of L5/S1 herniations without spinal instability and central spinal canal stenosis,including 24 cases of high iliac crest,from November 2012 to April 2013.The operation duration,frequency of intraoperative fluoroscopy,blood loss and hospitalization days were recorded.Leg pain was evaluated by using the visual analog scale(VAS)Preoperatively and immediately,1 week,1 month,2 months,3 months,6 months,1 year and 2 years after surgery.The results were determined to be excellent,good,fair,or poor according to the Macnab classification,and complications were observed at 2-year follow-up.Objective:The mean operation duration was(56.3 ±11.5)min per segment.The median frequency of intraoperatively fluoroscopy was 5(3-14)times.The median blood loss was 5(2-20)mL.The median hospital stay was 3(2-4)days.The average postoperative follow-up was(26.2±2.0)months.The median preoperative VAS score of leg pain was 9(6-10),1(0-3)immediately after the operation and 0(0-3)2 years after operation,and the differences were statistically significant(P<0.001).There were 3 cases of lower limb rebound pain 1 week after operation,which were relieved within 2 months after operation.The rate of excellent and good curative effect was 98.1%(51/52)2 years after operation.No complications such as nerve injury,infection,abdominal organ damage and rupture of large vessels occurred.No recurrence occurred.Conclusions:PTES for L5/S1 disc herniation including the cases with high iliac crest is an easy,effective and safe technique.The method has the advantages of simple positioning,easy puncture,simple steps and less fluoroscopy,and the learning curve is not steep for surgeons.
8.~(99)Tc~m-MIBI exercise stress single photon emission computed tomography myocardial perfusion imaging of patients with myocardial bridge
Ji-Jun ZHONG ; Zu-Jin LIN ; Qian-Gang GAO ; Wei-Ping LIU ; Qiu-Hong DAN ; Hai-Peng CAI ; Guo-Ju L(U) ; Mei-Cui WU ; Hong TONG
Chinese Journal of Cardiology 2010;38(2):156-159
Objective To observe the exercise single photon emission computed tomograpby (SPECT)myocardial perfusion imaging of patients with myocardial bridge and assess the association between myocardial ischemia and extent of myocardial systolic compression.Methods Seventeen patients with myocardial bridge diagnosed by coronary angiogram were included and underwent exercise SPECT myocardial perfusion imaging.Results Abnormal SPECT perfusion imaging was evidenced in 12 out of 17 patients with myocardial bridge(2 out of 6 patients with systolic compression induced stenosis<50%,3 out of 4 patients with systolic compression induced stenosis between 50%-75%and 7 out of 7 patients with the systolic compression induced stenosis between 75%-100%).Conclusion Exercise stress SPECT myocardial perfusion imaging could detect myocardial ischemia in patients with myocardial bridge and abnormal perfusion is positively related to the extent of systolic compression induced stenosis.
9.Effect of alloxan intraventricular injection on learning and memory abilities of mice
Ran-Liang CUI ; Kai RONG ; Pu L(U) ; Hai-Yan HU ; Yu-Jing CHU ; Nan DING ; Yan-Qiu DENG
Chinese Journal of Neuromedicine 2011;10(4):346-350
Objective To investigate the effect of glucose metabolism alteration induced by alloxan intraventricular injection on learning and memory abilities of mice, and its role in the development of AD. Methods Mice were randomly divided into high-dose alloxan intraventricular injection group (n=7, 4 mg/kg) and low-dose alloxan intraventricular injection group (n=7, 1.5 mg/kg)and control group (n=7, physiological saline); intraventricular injection of alloxan, the O-GLcNAc transferase inhibitor, was performed in the high-dose and low-dose alloxan intraventricular injection groups to interfere the brain glucose metabolism. Morris water maze was used to detect the learning and memory abilities of mice. Western blotting and immunohistochemistry were used to analyze the alterations of phosphorylation and O-Glycosylation of neurofilament in mice brain induced by alloxan intraventricular injection. Results In the located navigation tests, the swimming time and distance to find the platform in the mice of alloxan administration were significantly increased as compared with those in the control group (P< 0.05); in space exploration experiments, compared with those in the control mice, the number of crossing the hidden platform was decreased and the initial angle of entry to water was increased in the mice of alloxan administration (P<0.05). Western blotting and immunohistochemistry displayed that phosphorylation was obviously increased and the O-Glycosylation was significantly reduced in the cytoskletal neurofilament of the mice with alloxan administration as compared with those in the control group (P<0.05), which was similar to the alteration of neurofilament's modification in AD brain. Conclusion The inventricular injection of alloxan could impair the learning and memory of mice, which might have a relation with the dysregulation of phosphorylation and O-Glycosylation in neurofilament caused by the impaired glucose metabolism, which is similar to the alteration of phosphorylation and O-Glycosylation in neurofilament in AD brain.
10.Efficacy of stents coated with antibody against CD105 on preventing restenosis and thrombosis in minipigs
Song CUI ; Shu-Zheng L(U) ; Yun-Dai CHEN ; Guo-Xiang HE ; Hong-Bing YAN ; Li-Jun MENG ; Hong LIU ; Xian-Tao SONG ; Ze-Ning JIN ; Chang-Jiang GE
Chinese Journal of Cardiology 2010;38(7):648-651
Objective Novel stents loaded with antibody against CD105 were analyzed for their potential to limit coronary neointima formation and to accelerate endothelialization by attracting activated endothelial cell. Methods Thirty Stents coated with antibody against CD105, thirty unloaded polymer, and thirty bare metal stents were deployed in 90 coronary arteries of 30 minipigs. Oral aspirin (300 mg before operation and 100 mg post operation) and clopidogrel (300 mg before operation and 75 mg post operation) were orally administrated. Coronary artery quantitative analysis was completed by coronary arteriography,the vascular endothelium changes were observed under scanning electron microscope and the vascular morphological changes were observed under light microscope 7 and 14 days after operation. Results Complete procedural and angiographic success was achieved in all 30 minipigs. There were no major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events. At 7 days, there was no difference for mean neointimal area and percent rea stenosis among various groups. At 14 days, endothelialization scores were significantly higher in the CD10S antibody-loaded stents and bare metal stents group than in sirolimus-eluting stents group (1.78 ± 0.49, 1. 50±0. 67 vs. 1. 08±0. 29, all P < 0. 05 ), mean percent area stenosis in the CD105 antibody-loaded stents, sirolimus-eluting stents group were less than that in bare metal stents group [ (23. 8± 4) % , (24. 2±2)% vs. (38.0 ±3)% , all P <0.05] ,mean angiographic late luminal loss in the CD105 antibody-loaded stents, sirolimus-eluting stents group were less than that in bare metal stents group [ (0. 29±0. 28) mm, (0. 28±0. 02) mm vs. (0.41±0. 01) mm, all P < 0. 05 ]. There was no difference for mean percent area stenosis in the CD105 antibody-loaded stents and sirolimus-eluting stents group. The mean neointimal area in the CD105 antibody-loaded stents,and sirolimus-elutingstents group were less than that in bare metal stents group [(0.88±0.08) mm2, (0. 89 ±0. 12mm)2 vs. ( 1. 00 ±0. 14) mm2 , all P<0.05] and there was no difference for the mean neointimal area in the CD105 antibody-loaded stents and sirolimus-eluting stents group. At 7 and 14 days, there was no difference for the injury score and the inflammation score among various groups, scanning electron microscopy evidenced enhanced endothelial coverage on CD105 antibody-loaded stents compared to sirolimus-eluting stents group. Conclusion Stent coated with antibody against CD105 could effectively reduce in-stent restenosis and accelerate endothelialization in th eminipigs.