Objective To explore the characteristics of endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) on different scaffolds and to find a new bio-engineered synthetic hybrid scaffold for artificial bio-engineered blood vessels. Methods EPCs were induced from mesenchymal stem cells isolated from rat bone marrow and seeded on ECM scaffold. The surface structure of the scaffold and growth status of EPCs on the scaffold were observed and analysed by electron microscopy. The characteristics and number of those EPCs on different kinds of scaffolds were studied with EPC-specific VWF by immunofluorescence, Western blotting and real-time PCR technique at different time points. Results The cell adhesion rate at 1,3,5 h after seeded on pressed scaffold were higher than that on unpressed scaffolds( P < 0. 01 ). Pressed scaffolds has got a larger cell number( P < 0. 05 )at DIV1, DIV3, DIV7, but there was no significant difference after DIV10. Furthermore, cell shapes of EPCs on pressed scaffolds were more mature and more similar to endothelial cells. A level cell surface on pressed scaffolds was achieved. Western blotting assays revealed EPCs on pressed scaffolds expressed more protein VWF at DIV3, DIV7, DIV10. Real-time PCR results showed EPCs on the two different groups of scaffolds all expressed VWF gene, The quantity of their expression in the two groups were all enhanced after DIV7 (P < 0. 05 ). The quantity of VWF gene expression in the pressed group was much higher than that in the unpressed group at DIV3 ,DIV7,DIV10 (P <0, 01), but there was no significant difference after DIV14. Conclusions Pressed ECM scaffolds can promote adhesion, proliferation and differentiation on EPCs. Pressed scaffolds can be used as the matrix for EPC and fabricated into a novel synthetic tissue bio-engineered vascular scaffold.

Objective To reveal the relationship between a certain ratio of the length to width of a slender narrow pedicle and random flap in survival area with an experimental study. Methods 25 pigs were randomly divided into 5 groups. The ratio of length to width of slender narrow pedicle in 5 groups was different and every ratio's slender narrow pedicle was carrying 5 different sizes of random flaps. In each group, these 5 flaps were created randomly in each pigs' bilateral back. The flaps were evaluated with the general observation, fluorescence examination, blood flow ECT test, and computerized analysis of survival area. Results When the ratio of the length to width of the slender narrow pedicle was constant, along with the flap area increased, the flap survival area also increased, but when the flap reached a certain area, the distal flap would develop necrosis, the flap survival area would not reduce; when the flap size remained unchanged, along with the ratio of the length to width of the slender narrow pedicle increased, the flap survival area was not affected, but, when the ratio of the length to width of the slender narrow pedicle increased to a certain limit, distal flap would lead to necrosis, and the flap survival area would reduce. Conclusion The slender narrow pedicle flap is a new and practical random flap. The pedicle of random flap can be designed as slender shape, and the ratio of pedicle width to flap length is far less than traditional ratio. Increasing the flap size or ratio of the length to width of a slender narrow pedicle in a certain extent will not lead to flap necrosis.

Objective To introduce a new and practical method of treating blepharoptosis with direct suspension of the frontal muscle-fascia improvement. Methods 22 cases of blepharoptosis were corrected by direct suspension of the frontal muscle-fascia in which the dynamia still came from frontal muscle.Through double-fold eyelid incision, the frontal muscle-fascia was dissected from the subcutaneous tissue and a 1.5 cm length incision of the frontal muscle-fascia was cut under the supraorbital margin. And through the incision, the frontal muscle-fascia on the superficies of periosteum was dissected 1.5 cm to the upper margin of orbital, and then the frontal muscle-fascia was pulled down and fixed to the levator muscle aponeurosis directly by mattress sutures, with the tension being adjusted to a moderate degree. Results 22 cases of blepharoptosis were cured by primary healing with this method. The patients were followed up for 3 to 6 months with satisfactory results and no recurrence. Conclusion Compared with the traditional methods,this one may decrease the damage to the upper lid and frontalis area, leaving no risk of damaging the vessels or nerves. The technique is simple and the curative effect is affirmed. It can be used to treat any blepharoptosis patient with normal frontal muscle function.

Objective To observe the clinical effect of Yi'naokang Capsules combined with Donepezil Hydrochloride Tablets in treating post-stroke cognitive impairment(PSCI).Methods 110 patients who met the diagnostic criteria of PSCI in the outpatient department were included.According to the random number table method,the patients were divided into trial group and control group,with 55 cases in each group.Patients in control group were treated with routine western medicine,including the treatment of Donepezil Hydrochloride Tablets and secondary prevention of stroke such as lowering blood pressure,lowering blood lipid,lowering blood glucose and anti-platelet aggregation.The trial group was treated with Yi'naokang Capsules on the basis of the treatment in control group,and both groups were treated for 6 months.Before and after 6 months of treatment,the cognitive function of patients was evaluated by the Montreal Cognitive Assessment(MoCA)scale.The activity of daily living(ADL)scale was used to evaluate the ability of daily living,and the severity of cerebral white matter lesions was evaluated by Fazekas scale,and the adverse reactions were also observed.Results After 6 months of treatment,the total score of the MoCA,the scores of visual space and executive function,attention,delayed recall and the ADL of the two groups were all improved(P＜0.05),and the improvement degree of the trial group was better than that of the control group(P＜0.05).The Fazekas score of the trial group after treatment was no significant difference when compared with that before treatment(P＞0.05),but it increased in the control group after treatment(P＜0.05),and the effect of delaying white matter lesion in the trial group was better than that in the control group(P＜0.05).Conclusion Yi'naokang Capsules combined with Donepezil Hydrochloride Tablets are superior to Donepezil alone in the treatment of PSCI,which can safely and effectively improve the cognitive function and daily living ability of patients,as well as prolong the progress of white matter lesions.

The vagina contains at least a billion microbial cells,dominated by lactobacilli.Here we perform metagenomic shotgun sequencing on cervical and fecal samples from a cohort of 516 Chinese women of reproductive age,as well as cervical,fecal,and salivary samples from a second cohort of 632 women.Factors such as pregnancy history,delivery history,cesarean section,and breastfeeding were all more important than menstrual cycle in shaping the microbiome,and such information would be necessary before trying to interpret differences between vagino-cervical micro-biome data.Greater proportion of Bifidobacterium breve was seen with older age at sexual debut.The relative abundance of lactobacilli especially Lactobacillus crispatus was negatively associated with pregnancy history.Potential markers for lack of menstrual regularity,heavy flow,dysmenor-rhea,and contraceptives were also identified.Lactobacilli were rare during breastfeeding or post-menopause.Other features such as mood fluctuations and facial speckles could potentially be predicted from the vagino-cervical microbiome.Gut and salivary microbiomes,plasma vitamins,metals,amino acids,and hormones showed associations with the vagino-cervical microbiome.Our results offer an unprecedented glimpse into the microbiota of the female reproductive tract and call for international collaborations to better understand its long-term health impact other than in the settings of infection or pre-term birth.