Aim To investigate the effect of puerarin(Pue)on the experimental insulin resistance(IR)and the mechanism of Pue-treated metabolic syndrome(MS).Methods IR rat model was induced by i.v.small dosage streptozotocin(STZ)and high fatty diet.The effect of Pue on insulin sensitivity was studied by reformed hyperinsulinism euglycemia clamp technique(HEPC)on IR rats.Results The basic blood glucose(BBG),basic blood plasma insulin(BINS)and stable basic blood plasma insulin(SINS)of IR rats induced by high-fat feed were higher than those of control group,and those of the group treated by Pue were observably lower than those of IR model group.In HECT text,the average rate of glucose injection of IR model group was lower than that of control group from 60 min to 120 min,but the rate of high dose and middle dose of Pue group was significantly higher than that of IR model group.Conclusion The results suggest that Pue can improve the insulin sensitivity,and reduce basic blood glucose and blood plasma insulin of the experimental insulin resistance rats.

Objective To explore and analysis feasibility of the prevention of edaravone on myocardial ischemia after beating cor-onary artery bypass grafting .Methods From June 2011 to December 2012 ,78 patients which accepted beating heart coronary artery bypass grafting were randomly divided into treatment group (39 cases) and control group(39 cases) .After induction of anesthesia , the treatment group were continued to intravenous edaravone 60 mg ,while the control group were continued infusion of equivalent saline .The serum superoxide dismutase(SOD) ,malondialdehyde(MDA) levels were compared between the two groups at different times which were before surgery (T1) ,after incision 1 h(T2) ,surgery (T3) ,and after 24 h(T4) ,plasma brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) ,troponin I(cTnI) levels were compared at T1 and T4 .Left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF) were also be compared .Re-sults The two groups of patients before treatment ,there were not statistically significant difference between the two groups on SOD ,MDA ,CK-MB ,BNP and cTnI(P> 0 .05) .At T2 ,T3 ,T4 point ,the SOD activity of the treatment group was significantly higher than that of control group(P<0 .05) .The MDA ,CK-MB value were significantly lower than that of control group (P<0 . 05) .At T4 ,the BNP and cTnI in the treatment group were less than that of control group (P<0 .05) .The postoperative LVEF% in treatment group were significantly higher than that of control group (P<0 .05) .Postoperative ventilator treatment time and ICU stay time and total hospitalization time of the treatment group were all significantly less than that of control group (P<0 .05) .Con-clusion For the beating heart coronary artery bypass surgery patients ,edaravone can effectively scavenge oxygen free radicals and reduce the release of enzymes ,reduce injury caused by myocardial ischemia-reperfusion and protect myocardial cells .

Objective To explore the effect of exogenous adrenomedullin(ADM) on expressions of glutathion in plasma and brain tissue inneonatal rats with hypoxic-ischemia reperfusion brain damage(HIRBD) and the mechanism of action.Methods Fifty-six cases of 7 d SD rats were randomly divided into 4 groups including normal control group(without any treatment),HIRBD group(the model with hypoxia for 2 h and ischemia for 1 h),primed group(abdomen infusion of ADM at 0.5 h before making model,the other was same to the HIRBD group)and treatment group(abdomen infusion of ADM at onces after making model,the other was same to the HIRBD group).The neonatal rats in 4 groups were derived blood and brain tissue after decapitation at either 4 h or 24 h after reperfusion.The levels of gtutathion(GSH) in plasma and brain tissue were determined by using chromatometry.Results In HIRBD group,the affection areas at 24 h after reperfusion enlarged compared with those at 4 h after reperfusion.Meanwhile,the affection of punctiform degeneration or necrosis at 4 h after reperfusion transformed into the affection of lamellar or diffuse degeneration or necrosis at 24 h after reperfusion.The levels of GSH in plasma and brain tissue in HIRBD group at either 4 h or 24 h after reperfusion were significantly lower than that in normal control group(Pa0.05).Meanwhile the pathology score of brain section in primed group and treatment group were significantly lower than that in HIRBD group at either 4 h or 24 h after reperfusion(Pa0.05).Conclusion Exogenous ADM can induce the neuroprotection in HIRBD by adjusting the expression of GSH.

Objective: To explore the underlying mechanism by which acupuncture regulates the peripheral leukocyte count and observe the relationship between the effects of electroacupuncture (EA) and the spleen ultrastructure in leukopenia. Methods: Leukopenia models of rabbits were established by injecting cyclophosphamide (CY) into rabbits' ear vein,and then the rabbits were treated with acupuncture. The peripheral leukocyte count and classification were measured daily. At last, after the animals were anesthesized, the abdominal cavity was opened, and a piece of spleen tissue was cut. The diameter of splenic sinusoid basal lamina eyehole was measured under electric microscope. Results: The peripheral blood leukocyte count in the EA group increased significantly with shift to right of the granulocyte nuclei compared with model control group (P＜0.01). Moreover, the calibers of splenic sinusoid basal lamina eyehole in the EA group were larger than those in the model control group (P＜0.05). Conclusion: Acupuncture can enhance the peripheral leukocyte count by promoting spleen activity in the early phase of leukopenia.

Objective To study the organ damage in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and its significance in prognosis. Methods The SLE damage index (SDI) was used to evaluate 121 female and 15 male patients. Results Among these patients, the lowest and the highest SDI was 0 or 9, separately (average: 1.79 ? 2.22). Most damaged organ was renal (39.0%), followed by muscle/skeletal system (19.9%) and cardiovascular system (18.4%). There was statistically significant difference of SDI in different groups of prognosis, life condition or disease duration ( 10 years). However, there was no significant difference of SDI in different sex groups. The correlation analysis revealed that the age at onset or diagnosis was not related to SDI. Conclusion SDI is effective in evaluating the organ damage in predicting prognosis of SLE patients.

Background:To date,clinical studies on intravenous rabeprazole sodium for treatment of duodenobulbar ulcer bleeding are still lacking.Aims:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of intravenous rabeprazole sodium with different doses and times of administration in treating patients with duodenobulbar ulcer bleeding.Methods:A multicenter,randomized, double-blind,positive drug parallel-group controlled trial was performed.One hundred and five patients with duodenobulbar ulcer bleeding proved by gastroscopy were randomly divided into four groups.Patients in group A,B and C were treated with intravenous rabeprazole sodium 20 mg qd,40 mg qd and 20 mg bid for 5 days,respectively.Patients in control group received intravenous omeprazole sodium 40 mg bid for 5 days.Hemostatic rate was the primary endpoint,hemostatic time and amount of blood transfusion were the secondary endpoints.Results:Hemostatic rates in group A,B,C and control group were 96.2% (25 /26),92.6% (25 /27),100.0% (26 /26)and 100.0% (26 /26),respectively,no significant difference was seen between the four groups (P >0.05).Median hemostatic time in group A,B,C and control group were 24 (24,72)h,24 (24,72)h,24 (24,48)h and 24 (24,48)h,respectively,no significant difference was seen between the four groups (P >0.05).No patient need blood transfusion during the treatment course.Slight leucopenia was the exclusive adverse effect seen in one case in group C after accomplishment of treatment.Conclusions:Three intravenous rabeprazole sodium regimens with different doses and times of administration were all effective and safe for treatment of mild to moderate duodenobulbar ulcer bleeding.Administration with 20 mg bid seems more effective among the three regimens.

Objectives To evaluate the impact of virtual hepatectomy and computer-assisted risk analysis on surgical planning and intraoperative strategy for major hepatectomy.Methods Twentytwo consecutive patients (17 males and 5 females) were admitted to the hospital from January to December in 2010 for complicated major hepatectomy.CT scanning was performed with 64-MSCT.All the data of imaging were transferred to the Myrian(R) XP-Liver system (IntrasenseR,France).The following steps were undertaken by a radiologist and a surgeon majoring in liver surgery: step 1,image analysis and 3-D reconstruction; step 2,virtual resection and liver volumetry; step 3,computer-assisted risk analysis for hepatic dysfunction,followed by adjustment of the operative planning.Results The three-dimensional reconstruction models of the liver by the Myrian(R) XP-Liver system were visualized.The ideal simulation effect was achieved comparing the virtual imaging with the actual operation.Of the 22 patients who underwent complicated major hepatectomy,complete tumor removal (R0 resection) was achieved in 20 patients.There were 2 patients who received a R1 resection as microscopic tumor cells were found at the cutting margin of the right portal vein and bile duct.No patient died during the hospital stay.After computer-assisted risk analysis,the operative planning and surgical strategies were changed in 6 patients.Conclusions The application of the hepatic three-dimensional reconstruction and virtual hepatectomy using the Myrian(R) XP-Liver system provided important preoperative data for good preoperative planning and intraoperative strategy in complex hepatectomy.

Objective To introduce the technique and experience in reconstruction of posterior crueiate ligament-posterolateral comer(PCL-PLC)injuries with only one allograft of Achilles tendon. Methods The instable knees in 12 cases with PCL injury combined with three degree chronic PLC injury were treated with PCL reconstruction under arthroscope and PLC reconstruction through posterolateral arc incision.Single bundle grafts of PCL reconstructions in tibial and femoral tunnels were fixed by resorption screws.Fibular collateral ligament(FCL)and popliteofibular ligament(PFL)were reconstructed with reforming Larson(?)method.All reconstruction grafts only needed one Achilles tendon as donator.Total op- eration time was 130 minutes including 90 minutes of PCL reconstruction and 40 minutes of PLC recon- struction.Gradual weight loading was allowed after six weeks of bracing.Results Follow-up for mean 12 months(5-24 months)indicated that tibial“step off”reduction was 83%(10/12)and posterior drawer test of 0-1~+ 75%(9/12).Dial sign evaluated that normal external rotation angle was 75%(8/12).Nor- real varus stress test at 30?knee flexion accounted for 83%(10/12).Scores of Lysholm,Tegner and HSS were 90.5,5.1 and 84.5,respectively(P＜0.01=.Conclusion Synchronized reconstruction of PCL and PLC injuries with only one Achilles tendon can obtain satisfactory clinical result,with less expense and shorter operation time.

Objective To explore the relationship of the ratio of plasma adrenomedullin(AM)and endothelin-1(ET-1)with serum concentration of neuron-specific enolase(NSE)in full-term neonates with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy(HIE).Methods Plasma concentrations of AM,ET-1 and serum NSE from 32 full-term neonates with HIE were detected by radioimmunoassay(RIA)on the 1,3 and 7 d after parturition,30 neonates in the corresponding periods in our hospital were employed as controls.The infants with HIE were divided into mild,moderate or severe group in terms of diagnostic standard of HIE.Results 1.Plasma concentrations of AM and ET-1 in newborns with mild,moderate or severe HIE were significantly higher than that of control group at 1 d after life with a decline from 3-7 d(Pa

Leaves of Chrysanthemum morifolium were potential medicinal resource. The present study aims to estimate the main bioactive components: total flavonoids (TF), galuteolin (GA), quercitrin (QU), chlorogenic acid (CA) and 3 ,5-O-caffeoylquinic acid ( CQ), which were considered to be the main effective components, in leaves of C. morfolium cultivars in China. The TF content was estimated hy UV-VIS spectrophotometry, while GA, QU, CA, and CQ were quantitatively determined by HPLC. The highest TF content (7. 13% w/w) was found in cultivar Wan Cong (Shexian county). Cultivar Da Bo ( Bozhou county) had the highest GA content (33. 45 mg - g-1); Cultivar Hong Xin (Sheyang county) contained the highest QU content (29.25 mg · g(-1)); Cultivar Chang Ban (Sheyang county) had the highest CA content (13.14 mg ·(-1)). The maximum CQ content (7.35 mg · g(-1)) was observed in culti- r Da Yang ( Tongxiang county). Different cultivars of C. morfolium had significant difference in components, but the leaf and capitulum of C. morifolium. were found to possess similar chemical compositions. The high content of bioactive components in several cultivars suggested the potential utilization of C. morifolium leaves.
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