1.Value of ultrasound in diagnosing ductal carcinoma in situ
Rongrong GUO ; Fang CHANG ; Peixia WANG ; Chenxiang DU ; Li ZHANG
Cancer Research and Clinic 2009;21(11):739-741
Objective To evaluate the value of ultrasound in diagnosing ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). Methods The sonographic characteristics of 12 DCIS which were confirmed by pathology were analyzed retrospectively. Results The ultrasound image of DCIS could be divided into four types;the solid mass nodule, mammary dysplasia, mix mass nodule, the dilated duct type. Micro calcification had high incidence rate. Ultrasonic diagnosis accordance rate was 50.0 %. On molybdenum target mammograms, the tumor appeared as a cluster of calcified spots in 8 cases, and the accuracy rate of diagnosis of was 66.7 %.Conclusion There are no typical characters of DCIS in ultrasound image. However, some characteristics are suggestive and can help to differentiate them from the benign tumors, such as small nodule, irregular shape,obscure boundary, and microcalcification. When sonography combine with molybdenum target mammography,the accuracy rate of diagnosis will be improved.
2.Establishment and evaluation of the model of middle cerebral artery occlusion reperfusion in mice
Fang DU ; Tao WANG ; Xuewei YANG ; Yonggang LI ; Yunliang GUO
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2006;10(46):201-204
BACKGROUND: Most animal experiments of transgene are derived from mice; therefore, it is necessary to establish a focal cerebral ischemiareperfusion model and significant to prevent and cure ischemic cerebrovascular diseases.OBJECTIVE: To establish a convenient and reliable model with middle cerebral artery occlusion reperfusion (MCAO/R) in mice.DESIGN: Randomized controlled animal study.SETTING: Institute of Cerebrovascular disease, Affiliated Hospital of Medical College of Qingdao University.MATERIALS: Twenty healthy BALB/c mice, of both genders, weighing 25-30 g, of SPF grade, were divided into sham operation group (n=5), ischemia group (n=10) and 22-hour reperfusion group (n=5) on the basis of digital table. In addition, according to digital table, 130 healthy male Kunming mice were divided into sham operation group (n=10), 24-hour ischemia group (n=30), 2-hour ischemia/22-hour, 46-hour and 70-hour reperfusion groups with 30 in each group; meanwhile, 30 female mice were divided into sham operation group, 24-hour ischemia group and 2-hour ischemia/22-hour reperfusion group with 10 in each group. All Kunming mice were weighing 25-30 g and of SPF grade.METHODS: The experiment was carried out in the Institute of Cerebrovascular Disease, Affiliated Hospital of Medical College of Qingdao University from July 2005 to March 2006. The 6-0 suture with silica gel covered at an end was sent from the left external carotid artery (ECA) into internal carotid artery (ICA) till arriving at the initiation of middle cerebral artery (MCA) to block the blood stream in it, then drawing the suture from ICA 2 hours after occlusion to accomplish reperfusion. Mice were cut off their heads in sham operation group at 24 hours after operation, in ischemia group at 24 hours after blocking blood stream and in reperfusion group at 24, 48 and 72 hours after operation. Reliability of models was evaluated with neurology score and tetrazolium chloride stain. Longa standard scores: neurology score ≥ 1 point was regarded as successful models;coronal sections of brain tissue were stained with tetrazolium chloride, and the white region was regarded as infarcted volume.MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Neurology score and infarcted volume after staining of triphenyltetrazolium chloride in brain tissue.RESULTS: All mice were involved in the final analysis. ① Successful rate was 20% of BALB/c mice, 66.7%-73.3% of male Kunming mice and 40%-50% of female Kunming mice. ② Brain sections of BALB/c mice in sham operation group were orange at both sides of cortex and infarction focus was not observed. A big infarcted volume was observed on brain sections of mice in ischemia group, and infarcted volume counted for 50%-70% as homonymy hemisphere on optochiasmatic coronal sections. The condition of Kunming mice was similar to that of BALB/c mice, but infarcted volume counted for 40%-65%. In addition, condition in ischemiareperfusion group was similar to that in ischemia group. A big infarcted volume was observed on brain sections, and infarcted volume counted for 50%-75% as homonymy hemisphere on optochiasmatic coronal sections.The condition of Kunming mice was similar to that of BALB/c mice, but infarcted volume counted for 40%-65%.CONCLUSION: The model with MCAO/R in mice characterizes by relatively smaller trauma, and the ischemic region is stable; therefore, it can be used to accurate timing control of ischemia/reperfusion. This model is an ideal one for researching pathophysiological changes, prognosis and therapy in cerebrovascular disease.
3.Cloning and Regulating Expression of Human CD34 TRS
Jiangqi LI ; Kunyuan GUO ; Ling ZHOU ; Liannin DUAN ; Jian DU
Chinese Journal of Cancer Biotherapy 2000;7(4):279-281
Objective: To clone the 5'-flanking region of the human CD34 gene containing transcriptional regulatory sequence (TRS). Methods: According to the registered 5'-flanking region of CD34 gene, two pairs of primers were designed and net-PCR was used to amplify 661 bp long TRS of CD34 gene. The CD34 TRS fragment was cloned into reported plasmid pEGFP-1. The role of the regulating the specific expression of recombinant plasmid pCD34 EGFP in hematopoietic and non-hematopoietic cells was observed. Results: Restrictive endonuclease identification and DNA sequencing provedthat the CD34 promoter cloned was consistent with the sequence reported to a large extent. It could induce the EGFP gene to express in hematopoietic cell line K562 specifically, while has no effect on hepatocellular carcinoma cell HepG-2. Conclusion: The cloned CD34 gene TRS has the effect of regulating gene expression specifically. The study established the fundament for the construction of specific gene expression vector used in hematopoietic system cells.
4.Treatment strategy of complete response cases after neoadjuvant radiotherapy in rec-tal cancer
Quanying LI ; Bingyu DU ; Changjiang QIN ; Guoxiao GUO ; Xuequn REN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Oncology 2017;44(9):434-436
Objective:To discuss treatment of complete response cases after neoadjuvant radiotherapy in rectal cancer. Methods:This retrospective study analyzed clinical data of 84 rectal cancer cases with pre-operative neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy in our hospital from January 2010 to Augnst 2014. Results:After neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy, 33 patients presented clinically complete response at a rate of 39.3%. After post-operative pathologic examination, among clinically complete response cases, six cases exhibited patho-logically complete responses at a rate of 18.2%. No recurrence or disease progression occurred within 12-36 months of post-operative follow up. Conclusion:Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy can significantly lower tumor stage and promote clinically complete remission of some patients. However, for clinically complete remission cases, further radical surgery should be provided.
5.Effects of Green Tea Polyphenols on LDLR Function and Potential Mechanism in HepG2 Cells
Feifei LI ; Zhanpeng WEN ; Yue GUO ; Xiaodong ZHUANG ; Zhimin DU
Journal of Sun Yat-sen University(Medical Sciences) 2017;38(3):359-363
[Objective] To investigate the effects of the bioactive constituents of green tea polyphenols epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) on low density lipoprotein receptor (LDLR) function of HepG2 cells.[Methods] The optimal concentration and cell proliferation of HepG2 cells were determined by CCK8 assay,and Western blotting was used to determine LDLR and PCSK9 protein levels,respectively,and LDL uptake in HepG2 cells was detected by fluorescence microscope.[Results] EGCG elevated LDLR protein expression,reduced PCSK9 protein expression and promoted LDL uptake in HepG2 cells.[Conclusion] EGCG may increase LDLR abundance by down-regulating PCSK9 protein and attenuating LDLR protein degradation,which providing a new approach for lipid lowering therapy.
6.Tracing transmembrane transport of amino-glucomannan
Yuan GUO ; Yongkang LIU ; Ying DU ; Hongtao LI ; Guomin CHEN
Journal of Third Military Medical University 2002;0(12):-
Objective To label the amino-glucomannan(AGM) with fluram and to explore the properties of the compound of fluram-AGM in transmembrane transport.Methods After AGM was labeled with fluram,the peripheral blood mononuclear cells(PBMC) and HepG2 were respectively cultured with Fluram-AGM,then observed under fluorescence microscope with violet light as exciting light.Results Both PBMC and HepG2 showed intracellular indigotic fluorescence.Conclusion AGM can be transported into cells across cell membrane.
7.Condensation mechanism of aminoglucomannan with plasmid DNA
Yuan GUO ; Yongkang LIU ; Hongtao LI ; Ying DU ; Guomin CHEN
Journal of Third Military Medical University 2003;0(14):-
Objective To study the condensation mechanism of aminoglucomannan(AGM)with plasmid DNA and some influencing factors in this process.Methods The polysaccharide-DNA complex was analyzed with agarose gel electrophoresis by observing the changes of DNA bands under various influencing conditions including different pH,ionic strength(NaCl concentration),temperature and plasmid DNA sorts.Results The new bands appeared in the slow migration positions after reaction between AGM and plasmid DNA,and the changes of DNA bands content were dependent on AGM concentrations.The condensation degree could be effected by pH,temperature,and ionic strength.Conclusion Our study suggests that the AGM can be condensed with plasmid DNA in proper conditions.
8.Common problems and their countermeasures in data monitoring of No.1 Military Medical Project
Dawei DU ; Huijuan ZHU ; Xiaozhen GUO ; Jinge LI ; Qinghua BIAN
Chinese Medical Equipment Journal 1989;0(04):-
Data monitoring of No.1 Military Medical Project is very important for the accuracy of information system data. It's supposed that the statistics staff monitor the data in the network. That is, the data in daily and monthly medial reports should be checked and the checking software should be applied to the examination of the data on the first page of the case history to verify their logicality and nonvacancy.
9.Interaction and Molecular Simulation between Gossypol and Human Serum Albumin
Jian YANG ; Jurong LI ; Xianxi GUO ; Zhifeng DU ; Fang ZHANG
China Pharmacist 2015;(6):881-883,887
Objective:To explore the interaction between gossypol and human serum albumin ( HSA) . Methods:The interaction of gossypol and HSA under physiological conditions was studied by fluorescence spectroscopy, and the molecular docking software was used to simulate the interaction. Results:The binding constant of gossypol and HSA at 293K and 303K was 2. 390 6 × 105 L·mol-1 and 3. 576 8 × 103 L·mol-1 , respectively. There was one binding site on HSA for gossypol. Hydrogen bond and Van Der Waals inter-actions were involved in the binding process. The binding of gossypol and HAS was closer to tyrosine residue in HSA. The molecular simulation analysis verified the above results. Conclusion: The gossypol-induced fluorescence quenching of HSA belongs to a static quenching procedure.
10.Construction of Streptococcus mutans comE Mutant Strain Using In-frame Deletion System
Xiao-Di LIU ; Ning DU ; Li-Hong GUO ;
China Biotechnology 2006;0(07):-
The intraspecies quorum sensing system of Streptococcus mutans is involved with com genes family.ComE is a kind of response regulator and act as a promoter to the quorum sensing genes.S.mutans comE mutant strain IFD140?comE was constructed using the inframe-deletion system via twice homologous recombination.In current genetic studies of S.mutans,insertion duplication and allelic exchange mutagenesis techniques routinely create polar effects to downstream genes.In-frame deletions are essentially free of these polar effects because the mutation does not introduce any genetic markers.By PCR,sequencing and RT-PCR,it was confirmed that IFD140?comE has only 717bp deleted within the comE gene and the transcription of the downstream gene comD was not interfered.The research of the morphological characteristics indicated that IFD140?comE formed clumps and cells accumulated at the bottom of the glass tubes and light-microscopic observations displayed that the mutant strain formed significantly longer chains compared to those formed by the wild strain.The successfully construction of IFD140?comE lay a foundation for further quorum sensing research.