1.Repair of ear deformity: a study of different methods
Xuwu WANG ; Xiuyun HU ; Hui LI ; Xiaohua CHENG ; Mei LI
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2001;0(05):-
Objective To evaluate the surgical effects and influencing factors of ear malformation.Methods 408 cases were reviewed,including surgical methods and its effect in different condition of malformation,in which autogenous rib cartilage was used in reconstruction of ear.Meanwhile,349 cases(401 ears) double-lobe skin flap and 29 cases(29 ears) retroauricular groove flap were designed according to different condition of malformation.All the patients were treated with canalplasty,and 84 cases(84 ears) with mastoid process of pneumatic type were treated with tympanoplasty and canalplasty.Results months and more follow-up obtained in 335 cases (82%),and 6 months to 5 years follow-up in 273 cases(67%).Surgical effect was satisfactory,the shape of reconstructive ear was verisimilitude,and skull auricle angle was suitability;hearing was improved after operation in 335 ears,especially in 84 ears with canalplasty and tympanoplasty,but hearing was not improved after operation in 45 ears(
2.Research progress of ProTide technology and its application in the development of antiviral drugs
Hui-yu ZHOU ; Mei ZHU ; Yu-cheng WANG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica 2023;58(6):1540-1556
ProTide technology is a kind of prodrug design strategy invented by the team of Christopher McGuigan. ProTides are aryloxyphosphoramidates (or aryloxyphosphonamidates) which contain a phosphorus atom combined with an amino acid ester and an aryloxy group. These prodrugs can efficiently cross the cell membrane and escape from the first rate-limiting step of phosphorylation, which afford effective solutions to the drawbacks of current nucleoside analogues. At present, ProTide technology has been extensively applied in the field of antiviral research. It has been successful in providing a number of approved drugs and clinical candidates, such as sofosbuvir and so much more, highlighting the promising future in drug discovery. This review summarizes the brief history and characteristics of ProTide technology, as well as its application in the exploration of antiviral drugs.
3.Clinical analysis of stereotactic radiotherapy combined with Gemzar for treatment of advanced pancreatic cancer
Xiao-Mei ZHANG ; Yu-Feng CHENG ; Hui-Lan LV ; Xiao-Guo CHENG
Chinese Journal of Current Advances in General Surgery 1999;0(04):-
Objective: To observe the efficacy of stereotactic radiotherapy combined with gemzar for treatment of unresectable pancreatic cancer.Methods: Gemzar at dose of 1000mg/m 2,28 days per cycle,drug was given at 1,8,15 days,for two cycles.After 24 hours all patients were treated with stereotactic radiotherapy.Per fraction was 5~7G Y,three times per week.The total dose was 40~48G Y.Results: 13 patients were followed up for one year,symptoms were reduced and median survival was 12 months.Conclusion: Stereotactic radiotherapy combined with gemzar has important valves for unresectabal pancreatic cancer.
4.Analysis of the pollution status of paralytic shellfish poisons in shellfish sold in Hainan Province, 2018-2021
LI Cheng ; XIAO Wen-lin ; YE Hai-mei ; LAI Xuan-cheng ; SHI Hui ; HE Chang-hua
China Tropical Medicine 2023;23(5):484-
Abstract: Objective To investigate the pollution of paralytic shellfish poisons (PSP) in shellfish sold in Hainan Province from 2018 to 2021. Methods From 2018 to 2021, the content of 10 paralytic shellfish poisons including saxitoxin (STX), neosaxitoxin (neoSTX), gonyautoxins 1 (GTX1), gonyautoxins 2 (GTX2), gonyautoxins 3 (GTX3), gonyautoxins 4 (GTX4), gonyautoxins 5 (GTX5), decarbamoylsaxitoxin (dcSTX), decarbamoylgonyau toxins 2 (dcGTX2) and decarbamoylgonyau toxins 3 (dcGTX3) in 7 kinds of shellfish commonly sold in 13 cities and counties in Hainan province was analyzed. Results The detection rate of PSP in 360 shellfish samples was 10.3%. Among them, the highest detection rate of STX was 5.83%, followed by GTX2 detection rate of 4.17%; the detection rate of neoSTX and GTX3 were both 1.67%; the detection rate of GTX1 was 1.39%. None of the five PSP, GTX4, GTX5, dcSTX, dcGTX2 and dcGTX3, were detected. Four types of PSP were detected in fanscallops, two were detected in oysters, mussels and Scapharca subcrenata, only one was detected in scallops, and no toxin contamination was detected in clams and razor clams. A single sample of fanscallops detected a maximum of 4 PSP, and a single sample of oysters, scallops, mussels and Scapharca subcrenata detected a maximum of 1 PSP. The equivalence of PSP in all samples was ND-155.6 μg/kg.The annual detection rate of PSP from high to low was: 20.0% in 2020, 15.6% in 2019, 5.3% in 2018, and 2.0% in 2021, and none of the samples tested exceeded the standard. Continuously detectable STX in 2018-2020, all PSP that could be detected in 2018 were STX. In 2019, in addition to STX detected in scallops and Scapharca subcrenata, neoSTX was also detected in oysters, mussels and Scapharca subcrenata. In 2020, PSP was only detected from scallops, and GTX2 could be detected in all positive specimens, while 5 STX, 5 GTX1 and 6 GTX3 were detected. Only GTX2 detected from scallops in 2021. STX was detected in shellfish sold in 12 cities and counties, GTX2 can be detected in 10 cities and counties, neoSTX can be detected in 5 cities and counties, GTX1 and GTX2 were detected in 4 cities and counties respectively. Shellfish sold in Wenchang and Lingshui markets can detect 5 types of PSP. Conclusion Some types of shellfish on the market in Hainan are contaminated with some kind of PSP pollution risks, and it is necessary to strengthen the supervision of PSP in marketed shellfish.
5.Bladder pressure expansion with drug perfusion for the treatment of ketaminea ssociated cystitis: long-term results
Zhigang CHENG ; Hui WEI ; Ying HUANG ; Huizhi YANG ; Guo LI ; Shaowen WU ; Hua MEI
Chinese Journal of Urology 2017;38(1):28-32
Objective To study the long-term efficacy of bladder pressure expansion and perfusion therapy by bladder hydraulic expansion with alkalify lidocaine,heparin,dexamethasone for the treatment of ketamine correlation cystitis Methods From January 2008 to September 2011,the data from 19 male and 3 female patients,who were diagnosed as ketamine-associated cystitis was retrospectively analyzed.The mean age was (26 ± 5)years old.All patients accepted bladder pressure expansion under the spinal and epidural anesthesia.After expansion,the silicon three-channel catheters were left in those patients.2% lidocaine (20 ml) and 5% bicarbonate (10 ml) was perfused into the bladder.Meanwhile,the heparin (2.5 U) and dexamethasone (10 mg) were added into the solution,as well.After perfusion,the catheter was clamped until the patient could not tolerate.The perfusion was performed three times every day for 5 days.The volume of urine was recorded each time.The OABSS score,urine volume,maximum urine flow rate,day and night urination frequency were followed within 5 years.And the data was compared with those preoperative and postoperative 1 week,1 month,3 months,6 months.Results 22 patients accepted the procedure successfully.No complications,such as fever or bladder rupture,occurred.At the end of 5 years,the bladder volume daily urinating frequency,night urinating frequency,maximal flow rate,OABSS score were (238.3 ± 37.3) ml,9.2 ± 2.3,2.1-± 1.3,(18.2 ± 8.3) ml/s,4.4-± 2.4,respectively.Compared to the one week and one month after the operation,those results have significant difference (P < 0.01).Compared to the 3 months after the procedure,the bladder volume has significant difference [(238.3-± 37.3) ml vs.(158.3-± 18.3) ml,P < 0.01].No significant differences were noticed in those items 6 months after the procedure (P > 0.05).Conclusion The long-term efficacy of bladder pressure expansion with alkaline lidocaine,heparin and dexamethasone the anesthesia in the treatment of ketamine associated cystitis is good.The outcome is stable,and no obvious complications.
6.Study on the Characteristics and Influential Factors of Microbial Rapid Detection Reagent by Bioluminescence
Ju-Mei ZHANG ; Qing-Ping WU ; Cheng-Si LI ; Hui-Qing WU ;
Microbiology 1992;0(03):-
In this assay, the reaction kinetics, optimum temperature, pH and various influential factors of ATP microbial rapid detection reagent by bioluminescence were studied. The results showed that it's enough for detection system to have 40 ~ 50?g/mL D-Luciferin. The light production decreased fastest in the first minute of reaction, then began to decay slowly. The optimal reaction temperature was 24℃~25℃and the optimal pH was pH 7.2 -7.4 in the reaction system. In addition, when stored at 4℃for 45h, the dissolved reagent solution could keep its 86% activity. When preserved at 25℃, the enzyme activity decreased less for 1h, and degraded gradually as time went by and only left 53. 5% of its activity after 6. 5h. While stored at 33℃, the enzyme activity decreased quickly with the time and only left 59. 1% after 1. 5h. The result indicated that storage temperature was a very important influential factor to the activity of reagent Meanwhile, different chemical substance such as acid, alkali, salt and surfactants inhibited the ATP bioluminescent reaction. When the concentration of NaCl reached 1. 5g/L, it could inhibit 52. 5% light production. Triton X-100, acid, and alkali also had some effects on the reaction, while CTAB, SDS and TCA would inhibit the bioluminescent reaction seriously.
7.Gambogenic acid inhibits proliferation of A549 cells through apoptosis-inducing.
Li YANG ; Mei WANG ; Hui CHENG ; Qinglin LI
China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2011;36(9):1217-1221
To explore gambogenic acid (GNA)-induced apoptosis and underlying mechanism in vivo. A549 nude mice xenografts were used as in vivo model to study anticancer effect of GNA by observing tumor growth curve and weight of the tumor. Ultrastructure of A549 cells treated by GNA was observed by TE. Expression of COX-2 and VEGF were detected by immunohistochemistry. TUNEL assay was applied in examining apoptosis index of tumor cells. The tumor isolated from mice treated by GNA (8, 16 mg kg(-1)) took on a slow growth condition compared with control group. The results suggested that weight and volume of the tumor from experimental groups were remarkably decreased compared with control group (P < 0.05). Ultrastructure change of the tumor, such as vacuolization, abnormal distribution of the heterochromosome, volume of the tumor cells, even apoptotic bodies, were observed in GNA-treated group. While no apparent morphological change was observed in the normal group. Typical apoptotic characteristics could be distinctly observed in the mouse treated by GNA for 20 days and apoptosis index in GNA-treated group was significantly higher than model group. Expression of COX-2 and VEGF were significantly down-regulated in GNA-treated groups in comparison with control group (P < 0.01). These results indicate that GNA could affect the development and progression of A549 cells through inducing apoptosis, mediating the expression of VEGF in vascular cells and COX-2 in tumor cells.
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8.Application of calcium ionophore A23187 in ICSI for globozoospermia: A report of 2 cases and review of the literature.
Hui-jun YANG ; Mei LI ; Shui-ying MA ; Cheng LI ; Yuan-yuan FAN ; Jiao-jing LIU ; Zi-jiang CHEN
National Journal of Andrology 2015;21(4):338-341
OBJECTIVETo investigate the pathogenesis of globozoospermia, fertilization ability of round-headed sperm, and the application value of assisted oocyte activation in intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) for the wives of glohozoospermia men.
METHODSWe collected oocytes from the wives of 2 globozoospermia patients and randomly divided them into two groups after ICSI to receive calcium ionophore A23187-activation and conventional treatment, respectively. We reviewed the relevant literature published at home and abroad, and discussed the etiology of globozoospermia, fertilization ability of round-headed sperm, and treatment options for this disease.
RESULTSQuality embryos were obtained in the A23187-activation group while no fertilized oocytes, oocyte cleavage, quality embryos, or blastular formation were found in the conventional treatment group. Both women achieved pregnancy and gave birth to healthy neonates after transfer of the quality embryos from the A23187-activation group.
CONCLUSIONCalcium ionophore A23187 can be applied to ICSI for the wives of globozoospermia men and bring about desirable clinical outcomes. Meanwhile, attention should be paid to its safety.
Calcimycin ; therapeutic use ; Calcium Ionophores ; therapeutic use ; Female ; Humans ; Infertility, Male ; drug therapy ; Male ; Oocytes ; Pregnancy ; Sperm Injections, Intracytoplasmic ; Spermatozoa ; abnormalities
9.Effect of ionization on the expression of hypoxia-inducible factor-1alpha and VEGF in hepatocellular carcinoma HepG2 cells under anoxic condition.
Hui-hua CHENG ; Zhi-chao FU ; Feng-mei WANG
Journal of Southern Medical University 2008;28(2):284-287
OBJECTIVETo investigate the effect of ionization on the expression of hypoxia-inducible factor-1alpha and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) in human hepatocellular carcinoma HepG2 cells under anoxic condition, and search for an effective method for improving the radiosensitivity of the tumor cells.
METHODSHepG2 cells were divided into 4 groups, namely the control group, hypoxia group, ionization radiation group, and hypoxia and radiation group, with corresponding treatments. The cell apoptosis was detected by fluorescence microscope, and the cell viability analyzed by MTT assay. The expressions of HIF-1alpha and VEGF mRNAs were detected by RT-PCR.
RESULTSA few apoptotic cells were found in hypoxia group, but significant apoptosis occurred in the radiation group; fewer apoptotic cells were observed in the hypoxia and radiation group than in the hypoxia group. The viable cell fraction increased in the order of the control group>hypoxia group> hypoxia plus radiation group> radiation group (P<0.05), and the expression of HIF-1alpha mRNA increased in the order of hypoxia plus radiation group>hypoxia group>radiation group (P<0.05), and no significant difference was found in the radiation group and control group. The expression of VEGF mRNA increased in the order of hypoxia plus radiation group> hypoxia group>radiation group>control group (P<0.05).
CONCLUSIONThe expression of HIF-1alpha may protect the hepatocellular carcinoma cells from damages by radiation in hypoxic condition, and HIF-1alpha decreases the radiosensitivity of the cells possibly by inducing VEGF expression.
Apoptosis ; Carcinoma, Hepatocellular ; metabolism ; radiotherapy ; Cell Hypoxia ; Cell Survival ; Hep G2 Cells ; Humans ; Hypoxia-Inducible Factor 1, alpha Subunit ; metabolism ; radiation effects ; Radiation, Ionizing ; Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A ; metabolism ; radiation effects
10.Antitumor effects of nobiletin on Heps and its mechanism.
Hong-quan ZHANG ; Hui GE ; Mei-ying CHENG
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica 2006;41(8):797-800
AIMTo study the inhibitory effect and mechanism of nobiletin on Heps tumor bearing mice.
METHODSModels of Heps tumor bearing mice were established. The inhibitory rates of tumor growth were calculated, the apoptosis morphology of tumor tissue was observed. The T lymphocyte transformation capacity was tested by MTT assay, the TNFalpha and IL-2 production were measured by LDH kits.
RESULTSNobiletin could significantly inhibit Heps tumor growth. The inhibitory rates were 42.14% - 65.09% (P < 0.01). The morphology of tumor tissues in nobiletin group had typical characters of necrosis and apoptosis through transmission electron microscope. Nobiletin could stimulate T lymphocyte transformation and the production of TNFalpha and IL-2.
CONCLUSIONNobiletin has obvious antitumor effect on Heps, the main mechanism is to enhance the cellular immune function and induce apoptosis of tumor tissue.
Animals ; Antineoplastic Agents, Phytogenic ; isolation & purification ; pharmacology ; Apoptosis ; drug effects ; Cell Line, Tumor ; Cell Transformation, Neoplastic ; drug effects ; metabolism ; pathology ; Citrus ; chemistry ; Female ; Flavones ; isolation & purification ; pharmacology ; Humans ; Interleukin-2 ; biosynthesis ; Liver Neoplasms, Experimental ; pathology ; prevention & control ; ultrastructure ; Male ; Mice ; Mice, Inbred ICR ; Plants, Medicinal ; chemistry ; T-Lymphocytes ; drug effects ; metabolism ; pathology ; Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha ; biosynthesis