BACKGROUND:The finite element model has been developed from two-dimensional model to three-dimensional model, from linear model to nonlinear model. As the advantage of this method in the analysis of mechanical characteristics of the irregular objects, the finite element model has been widely used in the research of orthopedic biomechanics, especial y in the research of hip joint. OBJECTIVE:To analyze the stress state of human femur with finite element analysis method and to investigate a method that can rapidly construct femoral finite element model and precisely analyze the biomechanics. METHODS:Normal male femur was used as specimen for CT scan to obtain cross-sectional images of femur in each slice. Three-dimensional reconstruction was performed with DICOM data and MIMICS software, then the femoral three-dimensional finite element model was established with the finite element analysis ABQUS 6.8 software, and the stress distribution of the model was analyzed under loading condition. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Based on DICOM data, three-dimensional finite element model of femur was constructed more quickly and precisely. The models were divided into 38 636 nodes and 201 422 units. The model included the parts of cortical and cancel ous bone. The biomechanical test results were accorded with the previous results, so the model could objectively reflect the real femur shape and biomechanical behavior with high precision. The Mimics software provided a simpler and effective method for the construction of femur model and improved the efficiency of modeling, and the three-dimensional finite element model based on DICOM data was accurate in shape and can be used for the normal research on biomechanical behavior of femur. The stress distribution analyzed with ABQUS 6.8 software is consistent with the clinical observation.

Cerebral small vessel disease is common and is gradually being understood,but it is difficult to visualize directly in the body.The retinal vessels share the similar anatomic,physiological,and embryological characteristics with the cerebral small vessels.Their changes may reflect the changes of cerebral small vessels in a certain extent.Studies in recent years have shown that retinal vascular abnormalities are associated with lacunar infarction and white matter lesions.This article summarizes the research evidence of the correlation of between retinal vascular abnormalities and cerebral small vessel disease.

Objective To study the effect of Simo Decoction on senile constipation. Methods A total of 109 cases with senile constipation were randomly recruited into a control group (49 case) and a treatment group (60 case). The control group was treated with Dangguihuilong pill, while the treatment group was additionally treated with Simo Decoction on that basis.Results The total effective rate was 93.33% and 79.59% in the treatment group and the control group respectively, showing statistical difference (x2=22.586, P＜0.01). Conclusion It was effective to treat senile constipation with Simo Decoction.

Objective To understand the clinical feature of the elderly patients with diabetes during coronary angiography,and analyze the risk factors of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN).Methods The clinical data of 269 elderly patients who had undergone coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI) from January 2007 to December 2009 in our hospital were analyzed retrospectively.The patients were divided into two groups:CIN group and non-CIN group.The possible risk factors for CIN,such as glycemic control,diabetic complication,renal function,volume of contrast medium,inflammatory state,therapy of perioperative period,past medical history were analyzed and compared between the two groups. Results In 269 elderly patients with diabetes,the incidence of CIN was 9.3 ％ (25/269).According to estimated glomerular filtration rate (e-GFR),the patients were divided into four subgroup:≥90 ml/min,89-60 ml/min,59-30 ml/min,＜29 ml/min.The incidences of CIN for the subgroups were 2.2％(1/45),4.4％(6/135),17.3％(14/81) and 50 ％ (4/8),respectively.Multivariate logistic gradual regressive analysis showed that loop diuretic use (OR＞ 6.07),preoperative e-GFR(＜60 ml/min) (OR＞3.27),volume of contrast medium (≥200ml) (OR＞3.26),chronic kidney disease(CKD) (OR＞2.80) (P=0.001,0.024,0.015,0.048) were indepen-dent risk factors for CIN (P＜0.05). Conclusions Loop diuretic use,preoperative GFR (＜60 ml/min),volume of contrast medium (≥200 ml) and CKD are independent risk factors of CIN.

Objective To explore the risk factors of ventilator-associated pneumonia(VAP)in neonatal patients.Methods A retrospective study was conducted on the 82 neonates who had ever received mechanical ventilation for more than 48 hours,non-conditional logistic regression analysis was performed to determine independent predictors for VAP.Results By logistic regression analysis,the following risk factors independently predicted VAP:gestational age(OR = 6.209,95%CI =2.112～16.835),duration of mechanical ventilation(OR =5.842,95%CI = 1.366～14.936),times of endotracheal suctioning(OR =4.764,95%CI = 1.416～14.736),re-intubation(OR = 6.190,95%CI = 1.669～16.019),gastric tubes retention(OR =6.794,95%CI = 1.928～19.160),treatment with CNS suppressant(OR = 4.297,95%CI = 1.002～15.216).Conclusion The neonatal VAP occoured for multiple facors,the rsik factors include gestational age,duration of mechanical ventilation,endotracheal suctioning,re-intubadon,gastric tubes retention and treatment with CNS suppressant.

The chemiluminescence (CL) reaction was observed from the synthesized N-tetrahydrobenzothiazolyl imines mixed with acidified potassium permanganate and the emission intensity was significantly enhanced, when the formic acid was added. The fluorescence spectra, CL spectra, UV-VIS absorption spectra and kinetic property of the reaction were investigated. Based on the CL reaction, a flow injection method for the determination of Ntetrahydrobenzothiazolyl imine was developed. The relative standard deviation for eleven replicate injections of 1.0× 10-6 mol/L schiff bases of N-tetrahydrobenzothiazolyl imine was 1.7%, and the detection limit (3σ) was 5.0 ×10-8 mol/L. Mn2+ ,Fe3+ ,Cu2+ ,Ni2+ ,Cr3+ ,Mg2+ ,Zn2+ ,Tl+ ,Bi2+ and Al3+ ions had no effect whilst Ag+ and Fe2+ ions interfered with the determination.

Objective To summarize the experience of ventriculo-peritoneal (V-P) shunt under micro-laparoscope for the treatment of hydrocephalus. Methods Twenty-eight patients with hydrocephalus were treated by V-P shunt under micro-laparoscope from November 2000 to May 2004. An infraumbilical trocar was placed through a 5 mm incision to introduce the operating laparoscope. Under laparoscopic visualization, a 3 mm trocar was introduced into the abdominal cavity along the right side of the ligamentum teres hepatis through an incision just to the right of the xiphoid process. A 1.5 mm subcutaneous incision at the corresponding site of the diaphragmatic surface of the liver on the right anterior axillary line was made and through it a sewing needle with 4-gauge unabsorbable silk suture was delivered into. A grasping forceps was inserted through the xiphoid port into the abdominal cavity to carry the two sides of the suture out. The V-P tubing was fixed in the interspace between the liver and the diaphragm by the ligation from the outside, and then was tunneled to the head. Results All the operations were successfully accomplished. The operation time for iutraabdominal tube placement was 5~10 min.All the patients experienced complete alleviation of symptoms of intracranial hypertension postoperatively. No surgical complications occurred.Follow-up check-ups for 6~36 months(mean,12 months) in 25 patients found no tube obstruction. Conclusions Ventriculo-peritoneal shunt under micro-laparoscope has the advantages of minimal invasion, precise positioning, excellent visualization and rapid recovery, being a safe and feasible method which is worthy of recommendation.

Close attention is paid to WeChat in academic libraries due to its convenience in manipulation, high effec-tiveness in interpersonal communication , richness in content pushing , and accuracy in new pushing .The use of WeChat public platform in academic libraries of Shaanxi Province was investigated .Its opening , popularization and contents were analyzed , which showed that WeChat platform should be constructed in academic libraries by innova-ting its service contents and adding reader experiences .

Objective To investigate the effect of eosinophils(EOS)in asthmatic guinea pigs airway and explore the mechanism of antiasthma by inhaled arsenic trioxide. Methods The guinea pigs asthma models were established with ovalbumin(OVA)challenge method,2 groups received inhaled different doses of arsenic trioxide,and three control groups respectively received normal saline inhaled and high dose of arsenic trioxide by intraperitoneal injection and dexamethasone(DEX)intraperitoneally. EOS invaded and apoptosis with all of the groups were assessed after 7 days intraperitoneal injection or inhalation. Results Compared with group of inhaled normal saline, both EOS invaded and apoptosis in bronchus submuconsa were significantly different(P0.05)among groups of inhaled low dose arsenic trioxide [2.0 mg(kg?d)]and intraperitoneal injection with higher dose arsenic trioxide[5.0 kg/(kg?d)]and DEX[10 mg/(kg?d)]for these two parameters. Conclusions The mechanism of arsenic trioxide antiasthma with arsenic trioxide can decrease EOS amount in bronchial submucosa and accelerate EOS apoptosis, and relieve bronchial inflammation in asthma. For inhaled lower dose arsenic trioxide or intraperitoneal injection with high dose arsenic trioxide ,the effect of EOS is equivalent. The antiasthma effect of inhaled lower dose arsenic trioxide[2.0 mg/(kg?d)]is equivalent to intraperitoneal injection higher dose[5.0 mg/(kg?d)],and may be safe comparatively. The mechanism of antiasthma by inhaled arsenic trioxide is the same with DEX.