Bullous pemphigoid antibodies can recognize two autoantigens-BPAG1 (220 000-240 000 ) and BPAG2 (160 000 -180 000). With two specific primers, we successfully amplified a 588bp cDNA fragment of 160 000 BP antigen from human keratinocyte cDNA library in this paper. The result confirmed that lip antigens were synthesized by keratinocyte at a molecular level. This cDNA fragment could not be amplified with epidermal DNA Templets. We suggest that BP antigen gene may be separated by some introns. We will prepare cDNA probes and recombinant antigens using PCR product in order to elicit autoimmunity mechanism of BP.

In order to study the relationship of keratin 5 gene and Weber-Cockayne epidermolysis bullosa simplex (WC-EBS), we use polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification combined with single strand conformation polymorphism (SSCP) methods and DNA sequenceing to detect the point mutation of keratin 5 in a family of WC-EBS. The results showed that there is a G→T substitution at the third base pair of codon 327, which caused methionine changed into isoleucine. This abnormality of keratin structure makes the normal assembly of tonofilaments impossible. Furthermore, the above change resulted in blister formation and epidermolysis clinically. This indicates that PCR-SSCP is useful for the gene and prenatal diagnosis of genodermatoses and also provides the basis of theroies for gene therapy.

Systemic lupus erythematosus is a diffuse connective tissue disease, which is mediated by autoimmune mechanisms.It results in multiple autoanti-bodies in the serum and injury organs and systems.Modern medicine uses glucocorticoid as the main medicine in treating systemic lupus erythematosus.Glu-cocorticoid is pure yang product, not only wil it injure yin and qi for using long time, but also disturb syndrome type of traditional Chinese Medicine of SLE for using it in large number.In the starting phase of using glucocorticoid, if the patients present manifestation of toxic heat flourishing, we should clear heat and remove toxicity.If the patients present manifestation of yin deficiency and internal heat, we should nourish yin and clear heat.If the patients pre-sent manifestation of stagnated heat stagnation, we should remove toxic heat and blood stasis.In reduction stage of using glucocorticoid, patients present manifestation of qi and yin deficiency.Then we should benefit qi and nourish yin. In maintenance stage of using glucocorticoid, patients present manifesta-tion of yang deficiency of spleen and kidney.So we should warm the kidney and invigorate the spleen.During the whole course of treating, we should also care for blood stasis and toxin.The clinicians should also remove toxic heat and blood stasis depend on the changing of syndrome. Using GCS in treating SLE should depend on the syndrome differentiation and choose the right Traditional Chinese Medicine in order to reach the clinical effect.

Objective To study the gene mutation in a pedigree with Dowling-Meara type epidermolysis bullosa simplex (DM-EBS). Methods Using the immuno-histochemistory, electron microscopy, PCR-HA and DNA sequencing. Results The cytolysis was observed throughout the lower basal layer, tonofilaments were decreased; using PCR-HA, the K14 gene mutation was detected. By DNA sequencing, we found gene mutation in this pedigree: K14 1A domain: N123R. Conclusion There is K14 1A domain gene mutation in this DM-EBS pedigree.

Objective To observe the porcelain treated with Nd∶YAG laser irradiation and hydrofluoric acid (HF), and to explore the influence of integrated treatment of Nd ∶ YAG laser irradiation and HF etching in the bond strength of brackets to porcelain.Methods 48 metal ceramic prostheses were randomly divided into untreated control group,HF group,grooved treatment group,0.75W laser group,1.05W laser group,1.45W laser group. All samples were bonded to the brackets.After temperature cycling test,the shear bond strength (SBS)and tensile bond strength (TBS)were measured.Results There were significant differences in SBS and TBS between various surface treatment groups and untreated control group (P < 0.01).The SBS and TBS of brackets bonded in HF group was significantly higher than those in 1.05W laser and 1.45W laser groups (P <0.05).The SBS and TBS in 1.05W laser and 1.45W laser groups were higher than those in HF group (P <0.05).The SBS and TBS in 1.05W laser group were higher than those in other groups (P < 0.05).SBS showed positive correlation with TBS (r =0.426,P =0.000).Conclusion The use of Nd∶YAG laser irradiation with the energy parameter of 1.05W and HF could increase the bonding with formation of composite resin,and the more SBS,the more TBS.

OBJECTIVEThis study aims to analyze the biomechanical effects of four sutures that are related to maxillary growth during a maxillary protraction treatment cycle based on labiolingual appliance.

METHODSA three-dimensional simulation of labiolingual appliance was performed based on a three-dimensional finite-element maxillofacial model combined with solid-modeled sutures.

RESULTSThe displacement and stress distributions were calculated. The labiolingual appliance was suitable for patients with underbites or deep overbites. Sutura frontomaxillaris and sutura zygomaticomaxillaris were vital to the forward displacement and counterclockwise rotation of the maxillary. The changes in sutura zygomaticotemporalis and sutura palatine were not significant.

CONCLUSIONThe influences of the labiolingual appliance on the sutures during the treatment cycle of maxillary protraction can be effectively simulated by the three-dimensional finite-element maxillofacial model.

Biomechanical Phenomena ; Cranial Sutures ; Finite Element Analysis ; Humans ; Imaging, Three-Dimensional ; Malocclusion, Angle Class III ; Maxilla ; growth & development ; Orthodontic Appliances ; Skull

[Objective] To study the basis of treating constipation with Shaoyao Gancao Decoction.[Method] Ancient and modern herbal and experience of famous doctors literature of Shaoyao Gancao decoction,Shaoyao(Peony) and Gancao(licorice) are reviewed and summed up.[Results] Shaoyao(Peony) and Gancao(licorice) themself have a certain purgative effect.Shaoyao is good at regulating abdominal qi and blood,"removing blood stasis and lump accumulation",eliminating abdominal evil,and thus plays a laxative effect.Gancao is good at detoxification,eliminating the toxin of stool,and thus plays a antitoxic and laxative effect.For constipation Shaoyao Gancao decoction is composed of raw Shaoyao and raw Gancao at a ratio of 3:1 to 2:1,and the general amount of raw Shaoyao is about 30g.[Conclusion]Shaoyao Gancao decoction has a good laxative effect,alone or its modified is suitable for a variety of constipation syndrome types.

【Objective】 To explore the safety and efficacy of a modified one-piece posterior laparoscopic total nephroureterectomy with cystic sleeve resection in the treatment of upper urinary tract uroepithelial carcinoma (UTUC). 【Methods】 A total of 24 patients treated during Jan. and Jun. 2022 were involved, including 16 males and 8 females, aged 62 to 90 (average 73) years. The UTUC was in the left side in 15 cases, and in the right side in 9 cases. There were 10 cases of renal pelvis tumor, 6 cases of upper ureteral tumor and 8 cases of lower ureteral tumor. 【Results】 All operations were successful without conversion to open surgery. The operation time ranged from 60 to 100 minutes, average (71.25±9.80) minutes. The intraoperative bleeding volume was 20 to 200 mL, average (30.03±8.13) mL. No significant intraoperative or postoperative complications occurred. The postoperative hospital stay was 4 to 7 days, average (5.83±1.44) days. Bladder perfusion chemotherapy was performed after surgery. 【Conclusion】 The modified one-piece posterior laparoscopic total nephroureterectomy plus cystic sleeve resection for UTUC is an effective and feasible procedure with satisfactory tumor control, which is worth further promotion in clinical practice.

【Objective】 To investigate the efficacy and safety of single position transabdominal and extraperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephroureterectomy in the treatment of upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC). 【Methods】 Clinical data of 31 UTUC cases treated in our hospital during Nov.2018 and Jun.2022 were retrospectively analyzed, including 11 tumors in the right side, and 20 in left side. There were 14 cases of renal pelvic carcinoma, 16 cases of ureter carcinoma, and 1 case of renal pelvic carcinoma plus ureter carcinoma. 【Results】 All surgeries were successfully performed without conversion to open surgery. The mean operation time was (81.45±19.80) min, and the estimated blood loss was (69.03±24.13) mL. No serious perioperative complications were observed. The average postoperative hospital stay was (6.13±2.44) d, and the median follow-up was 28 (3.0-49.0) months. At the last follow-up, 2 patients died, 3 had recurrence, but no contralateral recurrence was observed. 【Conclusion】 Single position transabdominal and extraperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephroureterectomy is safe, effective and feasible in the treatment of UTUC. It is worth clinical popularization.