1.Influence of Acupuncture on HPA Axis in a Rat Model of Chronic Stress-induced Depression
Dongwei SUN ; Long WANG ; Zhongren SUN
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science 2007;5(4):205-208
To investigate the neurobiological mechanism of depression pathogenesis and reveal the mechanism of acupuncture treatment of depression. Methods: Wistar rats were selected for subjects. A rat model of depression was made by individually housing with unpredicted chronic moderate stimuli. Changes in behavior and hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenocortical axis were examined in rat models of stress-induced depression. Meanwhile, the intervening effect of acupuncture was evaluated and the curative effects of different acupuncture methods compared. Results: CORT and ACTH contents of serum were significantly higher in the model and normal saline groups than in the control group (P<0.05), significantly lower in the hand acupuncture and electroacupuncture groups than in the model group (P<0.05) and significantly lower in the medication group than in the normal saline group (P<0.05). There were no significant differences between the hand acupuncture, electroacupuncture and medication groups. Conclusion: Acupuncture of Baihui(GV 20) and Taichong (LR 3) has a marked antidepressant effect. Its mechanism may be related to the regulation of HPA axis by acupuncture.
2.Epidemiology investigation on rheumatoid arthritis and chronic kidney disease among population older than 45 years in Luohe city
Jian SUN ; Dongwei LIU ; Zhangsuo LIU
Chinese Journal of Nephrology 2012;28(7):534-537
ObjectiveTo study the prevalence of chronic kidney disease(CKD) among population with rheumatoid arthritis(RA) in Luohe city.Methods 3072 residents (older than 45 years) with eligible data from Luohe city were randomly selected using a stratified,multistage sampling.All residents were interviewed and given physical examination,tested for sample of uria and blood,and also given special examination about RA.Results The prevalence of RA was 6.90% in 3072 subjects.The albuminuria was detected in 10.42% of subjects,hematuria in 8.59%,reduced renal function in 1.82%,Howerer,which was higher in patients with RA,was 14.62%,10.85% and 4.72% respectively.Especially the prevalence of albuminuria and reduced renal function in RA patients was significantly higher compared to that in population without RA (14.62% vs 10.10%,P<0.05 and 4.72% vs 1.61%,P<0.01),but no significant differences in hematuria (10.85% vs 8.43%,P>0.05).The prevalence of CKD was 16.93% in tougher,and RA patients had higher prevalence of CKD than those population without RA (22.17% vs 16.54%,P<0.05).ConclusionThe prevalence of CKD among population older than 45 years in Luohe city is high,and the patients with RA have special characteristic in epidemiology of CKD.
3.Effects of Xuesaitong and Danhong injection on acute cerebral infarction and the effects of serum bilirubin and uric acid
Ru SUN ; Dongwei ZHANG ; Xu ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Biochemical Pharmaceutics 2017;37(5):110-112
Objective To investigate the comparison of blood uric acid and bilirubin levels on patients with acute cerebral infarction and the clinical curative effect of Donhong injection.MethodsA total of 68 patients with acute cerebral infarction from our hospital neurology, according to different therapeutic methods were divided into control group and experimental group with 34 cases in each group, two groups were treated by conventional treatment, patients in the control group were treated by blood flux injection 400 mg+5% glucose injection 250 mL intravenous drip, once a day;patients in the experimental group were treated by Dan red injection 40 mL+5% glucose injection 250 mL intravenous drip, once a day,2 groups of patients were treated for 2 cycles,a cycle with 7 d.Compared the clinical efficacy, blood uric acid, bilirubin, blood homocysteine, hyperensitive C-reactive protein, serum inhibition C and adverse reactions in the two groups after treatment.ResultsCompared with the control group, the experimental group clinical total effective rate was higher after treatment (P< 0.05).Compared with the control group, the experimental group blood uric acid, blood homocysteine, hypersensitive C-reactive protein, serum inhibition C levels were lower (P< 0.05), bilirubin level was higher(P< 0.05).Adverse reactions compared between the two groups, there was no statistically significant difference.ConclusionDonhong injection in the treatment of acute cerebral infarction clinical curative effect is distinct, dacrease blood uric acid level and increase bilirubin level, improve endothelial cell damage, protect the brain tissue.
4.Clinical observation for low-dose azithromycin with tiotropium bromide in the treatment of stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Guangxin SUN ; Dongwei WANG ; Ran TAN ; Chao XU ; Guoyan LI
Clinical Medicine of China 2012;28(3):259-262
Objective To study the efficacy and safety of low-dose azithromycin with tiotropium bromide in the treatment of stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Methods A hundred and ten patients were randomized into three groups:tiotropium bromide group (36 cases,group A),azithromycin with tiotropium bromide group(38 cases,group B)and control group(36 cases,group C).Patients in group A were given tiotropium bromide (18 μg,q,d )in addition to conventional treatment.The patients in group B were given lowdose azithromycin (250 mg,twice a week) in combined with tiotropium bromide.The patients in control group were given the conventional treatment only.The courses of treatment lasted for six months.Results Compared with the control group,the frequency of acute exacerbation in patients treated with azithromycin and tiotropium bromide was reduced remarkably ( 2.1 ± 0.6 and 4.9 ± 0.7,t =18.5061,P < 0.05 ).The severity of clinic symptoms ( Cough 1.3 ± 0.5 vs.2.2 ± 0.6,P < 0.05 ),expectoration ( 1.0 ± 0.2 vs.1.7 ± 0.3,P < 0.05 ),anhelation ( 1.5 ± 0.8 vs.2.1 ± 0.6,t =3.6342,P < 0.001 ) ],life quality ( 29 ± 8 vs.42 ± 11,P < 0.05 ) and six-minutes walking distance( [ 370.00 ± 14.26 ] m vs.[ 290.00 ± 12.85 ] m,P < 0.05 ) of the azithromycin with tiotropium bromide group were improved significantly when compared with control.Compared with the tiotropium bromide group,the frequency of acute exacerbation ( 2.1 ± 0.6 vs.3.2 ± 0.8,P < 0.05 ),the severity of clinic symptoms (Cough 1.3 ±0.5 vs.1.8 ±0.4,P<0.05),expectoration( 1.0 ±0.2 vs.1.3 ±0.3,P <0.05) and anhelation( 1.5 ±0.8 vs.1.9 ± 0.6,P < 0.05 ) ],life quality ( 29 ± 8 vs.36 ± 10,P < 0.05 ) and six-minutes walking distance ( [ 370.00 ± 14.26 ] m vs.[ 330.00 ± 13.76 ] m,P < 0.05 ) were improved over those of tiotropium bromide group.Conclusion The long-term low-dose azithromycin in combinned with tiotropium bromide is good and safe in treating stable COPD.Therefore,it is worth of further clinical evaluation.
5.Experimental study on the relationship between expression of survivin gene and androgen dependency of prostate carcinoma
Yili LIU ; Dongwei XUE ; Ping WANG ; Zhixi SUN
Chinese Journal of Urology 2001;0(09):-
0. 05). Conclusions The post-transcription control for survivin gene may be involved in the mechanism of prostate carcinoma's dependency or refractoriness to androgen.
6.Virtual screening the active ingredient and mechanism of Shenmai injection in treatment of novel coronavirus pneumonia based on network pharmacology and high throughput molecular docking
Jiaxin LI ; Dongwei HAN ; Liying SUN ; Pengling GE
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2021;43(1):54-61
Objective:To virtual screen the active ingredient of Shenmai injection in treatment of Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia and discuss the potential mechanism based on network pharmacology and high throughput molecular docking. Methods:Based on network pharmacology and high-throughput molecular docking technology, the compounds and predicted targets of Shenmai injection were retrieved from TCMSP, BATMAN-TCM and Targetnet databases, and the composition target map was constructed. The genes related to coronavirus pneumonia were retrieved from OMIM and GeneCards databases, and the PPI network between target genes was constructed by searching the common parts of target genes; David 6.8 was used to analyze gene function and pathway enrichment, and PDB database was used to obtain protein crystal structure, and Autodock Vina and python scripts were used for high-throughput molecular docking. Results:A total of 27 compounds and 224 target genes were obtained. 15 core components and 15 core targets for the treatment of coronavirus pneumonia were identified: CASP3, NOS2, PARP1, CASP8, NOS3, BCL2, ADA, OPRM1, TGFB1, TLR9, ACHE, SLC29A1, BAX, ADK, and PNP. The enrichment analysis showed that the core targets acted on the signaling pathways such as Tuberculosis, Pathways in cancer, Hepatitis B and Apoptosis. The better components of Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia related targets were diosgenin, stigmasterol, beta-sitosterol and ginsenoside Rh1_qt obtained by virtual screening.Conclusion:This study screened out the active ingredient and tarket of Shenmai Injection in treatment of Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia. It laid a foundation for the further clinical application of Shenmai injection and development of novel coronavirus pneumonia drugs.
7.High glucose induced inflammatory response and fibrosis of human mesangial cells via Rho/ROCK signaling pathway
Dongwei MA ; Qiuyue WANG ; Fenqin CHEN ; Wenbo SUN ; Xiaoyu MA ; Jing LI
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2011;27(3):204-209
Objective To investigate the role of Rho/ROCK signaling pathway in the process of human mesangial cells (HMCs) inflammation and fibrosis induced by high glucose. Methods Synchronized HMCs were divided into following groups: ( 1 ) Normal glucose control group ( NG, 5.5 mmol/L glucose); ( 2 ) High glucose group ( HG, 30 mmol/L glucose); (3) Mannitol group( Man,5.5 mmol/L glucose+ 24.5 mmol/L mannitol); (4) NG +Y-27632 group( 10 μ mmol/L Y-27632 ); ( 5 ) HG Y-27632 group ( 10 μmmol/L Y-27632 ). The supernatant and cells were collected at 0,12,24,36,48, and 72 h. Western blot was used to detect the active RhoA and total RhoA,while RhoA, ROCK-Ⅰ, CTGF, and TNF-α mRNA expressions were determined with realtime PGR method in the cells, then ELISA method was used to check protein levels of FN, CTGF, and TNF-α in the supernatant. Results ( 1 ) RhoA activation was stimulated after treatment for with 30 mmol/L glucose, peaked at 1 h, and then decreased ( P = 0. 02). (2) RhoA, ROCK-Ⅰ, CTGF, and TNF-α mRNA expressions in HMC cultured under high glucose were higher than those in the normal group ( P < 0.05 ), and there was certain time-dependence. Besides, there was no statistical significance between Man and NG groups( P>0. 05 ). ( 3 ) After Y-27632 pretreatment and being cultured with normal glucose and high glucose for24 h or48 h, RhoA, ROCK-Ⅰ, CTGF, and TNF-α mRNA expressions were significantly decreased ( P<0.01 ) as compared with groups without treatment. (4) High glucose increased FN, CTGF,and TNF-α protein secretion of HMC in a time-dependent manner( P<0. 05 ). ( 5 ) After Y-27632 pretreatment and being cultured with normal and high glucose for 12,24,36,48,72 h, FN, CTGF, and TNF-α protein secretions were significantly reduced( P<0.05 ). Conclusion Rho/ROCK signaling pathway may mediate inflammation and fibrosis induced by high glucose in HMCs, supporting a potential role for inhibitors of Rho/ROCK in the treatment of diabetic nephropathy.
8.Application of priority processing for splenic pedicle in laparoscopic splenectomy for portal hypertension and splenomegaly
Dongwei LI ; Junjiu LI ; Qiuhua XIONG ; Huichang ZHANG ; Dachao MO ; Da SUN ; Jun OUYANG
Chinese Journal of Hepatobiliary Surgery 2017;23(7):485-487
A retrospective study was conducted based on the clinical data of 42 patients of portal hypertension and splenomegaly who underwent laparoscopic splenectomy.The patients were divided into two groups including pedicle priority group and conventional group by different operative method.The operation time and intraoperative blood loss in the pedicle priority group were significantly lower than those in the conventional group (both P < 0.05),and there was no statistically significant difference on the conversion rate of laparotomy,active time postoperation,exhaust time,postoperative hospitalization stay and the incidence of complications (all P > 0.05).Priority processing for splenic pedicle has obvious advantages in laparoscopic splenectomy for portal hypertension and splenomegaly,and it could reduce the difficulty of operation,shorten the operation time and reduce bleeding.
9.Influence of hydroxyethyl starch combined with strengthening anti-platelet therapy on the short-term clinical efficacy, TCD index and recurrence rate of patients with TIA secondary to cerebral artery stenosis
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy 2017;24(24):3715-3718
Objective To investigate the influence of hydroxyethyl starch combined with strengthening anti -platelet therapy on the short-term clinical efficacy,TCD index and recurrence rate of patients with TIA secondary to cerebral artery stenosis.Methods 80 patients with TIA secondary to cerebral artery stenosis were chosen,and they were randomly divided into two groups according to the digital table,each group in 40 cases.The control group received strengthening anti-platelet therapy alone,and the observation grouP received hydroxyethyl starch on the basis of control group.The short-term clinical efficacy,the blood flowvelocity of ACA and MCA before and after treatment,the TIA recurrence rate,the incidence of cerebral infarction and adverse reactions of both two groups were compared.Results The short-term effective rates of the control group and observation group were 77.50%,97.50%,respectively.The short-term effective rate of the observation group was significantly higher than that of the control group(x2 =12.33,P < 0.05).The blood flow velocity of ACA and MCA of the control group after treatment were (51.05 ± 9.83) cm/s,(54.88 ± 6.62) cm/s,respectively,which were significantly lower than those of the observation group [(59.12 ± 12.07) cm/s,(62.65 ± 8.09) cm/s,t =3.17,2.96,4.03,4.74,3.67,4.05,all P < 0.05].The TIA recurrence rate and the incidence rate of cerebral infarction of the control group were 22.50%,12.50%,respectively,which were significantly higher than those of the observation group(5.00%,0.00%,x2 =11.75,14.06,all P < 0.05).The incidence rates of adverse reactions of the control group and observation group were 12.50%,10.00%,respectively.There was no significant difference in the incidence rate of adverse reactions between the two groups (x2 =1.75,P < 0.05).Conclusion Hydroxyethyl starch combined with strengthening anti-platelet therapy in the treatment of patients with TIA secondary to cerebral artery stenosis can efficiently relieve the symptoms of neurological function,higher the level of cerebral blood perfusion,reduce the risk of TIA recurrence and cerebral infarction,and not increase the incidence of adverse reactions.
10.Analysis of risk factors of operation on 185 patients with acute type A aortic dissection
Hong SHEN ; Lai WEI ; Chenling YAO ; Zhengang TAO ; Baishun XI ; Xiao LUAN ; Dongwei SHI ; Zhan SUN ; Chaoyang TONG ; Chunsheng WANG
Chinese Journal of Emergency Medicine 2010;19(11):1151-1155
Objective To assess the risk factors of the in-hospital mortality of acute type A aortic dissection after operation. Method From January 2003 to June 2008,185 patients, 144 males and 41 females, with acute type A aortic dissection operated on were enrolled. The average age of patients was (49.46 ± 11.04 ) years old.The patients' demographics, history, clinical features, and some laboratory examinations were reviewed. Univariate and multivariate analysis followed by logistic regression analysis were carried out to identify the predictors of inhospital mortality. Results The in-hospital mortality rate was 9.1%. The results of univariate and multivariate analyses as follows: pre-operation positive neurological symptom (Univariate OR = 5.084,95%CI:1.792 -14.426, P = 0.002; Multivariate OR = 5.538,95%CI: 1.834 - 16.721, P = 0.002, respectively), hypotension (Univariate OR = 6.986,95%CI:1.510- 32.323,P =0.013; multivariate OR = 1.998,95%CI:0.315-12.679,P = 0.463, respectively) and renal failure (Univariate OR = 3.594,95%CI:1.237 - 10.438,P =0.019; Multivariate OR = 3.254,95%CI:1.034- 10.242, P= 0.044, respectively). Conclusions There are two predictors, pre-operation positive neurological symptom and renal failure, of pre-hospital mortality found in current analyses. Our results may improve the regimen made by cardiac surgeons and emergency doctors so as to help patients and their relatives to make correct decision.