Objective To compare the characteristics of respiratory distress syndrome(RDS) between early preterm infants and late preterm(LP) infants,and to investigate the high-risk factors and clinical characteristics of RDS in LP infants.Methods A total of 240 premature infants with RDS treated in our hospital from January 2014 to January 2015 were selected and divided into 2 groups according to the gestational age(GA),143 cases in early preterm group (GA <34 weeks) and 97 cases in LP group(GA 34-36 weeks).The basic situation,high risk factors in perinatal period,clinical characteristics,treatment and prognosis in RDS premature infants were retrospectively analyzed.Results The delivery mode in the LP group was mainly dominated by cesarean section,the cesarean section rate reached 83.51%,which was significantly higher than that in the early preterm group (P<0.05).The premature occurrence rate caused by cesarean section because of premonitory uterine rupture was higher (27.84%);the treatment effect of pulmonary surfactant(PS) and noninvasive assisted ventilation therapy in the LP group was inferior to that in the early premature group,moreover the mechanical ventilation rate was higher,the duration of mechanical ventilation was longer;the incidence rates of pulmonary hypertension and intrauterine infection were higher than those in the early preterm group.Conclusion LP infants with RDS are mainly dominated by cesarean section without onset of labor process,intrauterine infection may be its risk factor,PS use is effective,but its effect is more poor than that in the early preterm group,the mechanical ventilation rate in the LP group is higher,but the prognosis is good.

Objective To report the design and manufacture of a novel orientation device of elbow rotation center.Methods The anatomical data of distal humeral elbow were obtained from 3 reports on the anatomy of the distal humerus retrieved from CNKI from 2004 through 2014.Software UGS.0 NX,CAD/CAM animation and video were used to design the 3D model of our novel orientation device of elbow rotation center.The glass fiber physical model of the device was manufactured using 3D printing technology.Five healthy volunteers were recruited for a simulated surgery experiment to test the efficacy and accuracy of the device,including 4 males and 1 female,from 25 to 36 years of age.Results No change was observed before and after the device was disinfected regarding the length (129 mm),width (116 mm) or height (215 mm),or other shapes.Satisfactory X-ray images of the elbow were obtained in the 5 volunteers.The fluoroscopy frequency required ranged from 6 to 11 times,averaging 8.2 times.The time needed for orientation ranged from 442.2 to 554 seconds,averaging 489.2 seconds.Conclusions Our self-designed orientation device can be used to accurately position and orientate the rotation center of elbow joint,showing its reasonable design.Glass fiber materials can be used to manufacture our orientation device.

Objective To evaluate the effects of 4 different epitendinous sutures on the tensile strength of the repaired tendons. Methods 40 plantar flexion deep tendons from pigs were divided into 4 groups randomly, with 10 in each group. After the core suture of Modifier Kessler was applied, 4 epitendinous sutures at different distances from suture sites to broken ends (4mm, 7mm, 10mm, 12mm) were used respectively in each group to repair the transected tendons. MTS Instron 4411 was used to test the repaired tendons. Tensile strengths at 2mm gap formation and at the peak were collected for statistical analyses by ANOVA. Results In this test, the tensile strength was found to increase with the distance from suture sites to broken ends. The tensile strength in the 4mm group was significantly lower than that in the others. There was little statistical difference between the other 3 groups. Conclusion Tensile strength of the repaired tendon tends to increase with the distance from suture sites to broken ends in epitendinous suture.

Objective This study was designed to evaluate the biomechanical properties in tendons across the joints when Palmar or dorsal stitches were used. Methods Twenty porcine tendons were transected and then repaired in zone Ⅱand divided into two groups,using modified Kessler by placing the stitches in volar or dorsal part of tendons.The repaired tendons were placed on a joint model with flexion of 60?. An instron tensile testing machine was used to investigate 2 mm gap formation force and ultimate tensile strength. Results 2 mm gap formation force and ultimate tensile strength were both higher when dorsal placement of stitches was used. Conclusions Dorsal placement of stitches was recommended for repairing the tendons across the joints because it can offer greater tensile strength.

The methods and experiences of anatomy,histology and embryology teaching in English for foreign students are discussed in this article to exchange experiences with each other and progress together.

Objective The diolistic assay has been modified to make it simpler and more efficient in labeling neurons and glia. Methods CNS neurons and glial cells were labeled with DiI diolistic assay in fixed tissue and living brain slices of C57/B6J mice. Results The method allowed the visualization of the fine structure of neurons and glia including synaptic structures such as dendritic spines. Conclusion With the method, the labeling efficacy of cell's fine structure is improved, making it preferable for the analysis of dendritic spine. In addition, the ability to label the living neuron and glia will extend its application vastly.

The problems about scientific research design,data disposal and paper writing of medical scientific research are described in the article.

Objective To assess the risk factors of intradialytic-hypotension (IDH) among maintaining hemodialysis (MHD) patients and to explore the relation between NT-proBNP and IDH,thus to provide clinical evidence for the prevention and treatment of IDH.Methods A total of 202 MHD patients during March 2009 to May 2009 in our dialysis center were enrolled in the study.Intradialytic blood pressure (BP) was measured during a 3-month period.IDH was defined as an event characterized by a sudden drop in systolic BP more than 20 mm Hg or in mean artery pressure (MAP) more than l0 mm Hg.Logistic regression analysis was used to assess the risk factors of IDH.ROC curve was used to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy of serum NT-proBNP.Results The incidence of IDH was 42.1％.One hundred and seventeen patients with no-IDH (＜1/10 hypotensive events per 3 months) were served as controls.Fifty-five patients with o-IDH (≥ 1/ 10 but ≤1/3 hypotensive events per 3 months) and 30 patients with f-IDH (＞1/3 hypotensive events per 3 months) were identified among 202 patients.Multivariate regression analysis showed that age,gender,ultrafiltration rate,serum NT-proBNP,serum albumin,aortic root dimension (AoRD) were associated with IDH among MHD patients.Serum NT-proBNP was positively correlated with IDH.The area under the ROC curve (AUC) of NT-proBNP was 0.76 (95％ CI 0.69 to 0.83,P＜0.01).The cut-off value of serum NT-proBNP for IDH was 1746.5 ng/L,with a sensitivity of 88.61％ and a specificity of 51.10％.Furthermore,the AUC of NT-proBNP for f-IDH was 0.65 (95％ CI 0.53 to 0.763,P＜0.01).The cut-off value of serum NT-proBNP for f-IDH was 8208.0 ng/L,with a sensitivity of 33.33％ and a specificity of 91.30％.Conclusions Elderly,female,high ultrafiltration rate,high level of serum NT-proBNP,hypoalbuminemia,shorter AoRD are independent risk factors of IDH among MHD patients.Serum NT-proBNP can be used as a predictor of IDH.

Objective To estimate the value of BIOMED-2 primers for the detection of T cell receptor γ (TCR-γ) gene rearrangements in different types of specimens from patients with mycosis fungoides (MF).Methods Totally,15 paraffin-embedded tissue specimens,14 fresh tissue specimens and 18 whole blood specimens were obtained from 28 patients with MF,and subjected to DNA extraction.BIOMED-2 multiplex PCR tubes TCRγ (A+B) were used for the analysis of TCRγgene rearrangements.Data were processed by SPSS 13.0 software,and statistical analysis was done by chi-square test and Fisher's exact probability test.Results TCR-γ gene rearrangements were detected in 3 paraffin-embedded tissue specimens,11 fresh tissue specimens and 12 blood specimens,with significant differences in the detection rate between the three samples (x2 =13.047,P ＜ 0.01).The fresh tissue samples showed a significantly higher detection rate than the paraffin-embedded tissue samples (X2 =12.523,P ＜ 0.01).The detection rate of TCRγgene rearrangements was 3/6 in paraffin-embedded tissue samples collected in 2011,significantly higher than that in the other 9 paraffin-embedded tissue samples collected before 2011 (Fisher's exact probability test,P =0.044),but similar to that in 14 fresh tissue specimens (12/14,Fisher's exact probability test,P =0.044).Decreased detection rate of TCRγ gene rearrangements was observed in blood samples compared with fresh tissue specimens,but no statistical difference was observed between the two types of specimens (x2 =2.358,P ＞ 0.05).Conclusions BIOMED-2 multiplex PCR tubes TCRγ(A+B) are suitable for the detection of clonal rearrangements of TCRγgene in different types of specimens,especially in fresh tissue specimens,from patients with MF.

Objective To assess the risk factors of intradialytic-hypotension (IDH) and the prognosis of IDH among maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) patients for the prevention and treatment of IDH.Methods 276 MHD patients were enrolled during Jan.2009 to Mar.2009.Intradialytic blood pressure was monitored during a 3-month period.IDH was defined as an event characterized by a sudden drop in systolic BP more than 20 mmHg or in mean artery pressure (MAP) more than 10 mmHgassociated with clinical events and need for interventions.Dialysis-related information was collected.Kaplan-Meier method,log-rank test,logistic regression and Cox regression analyses were performed to examine the association between IDH and survival,using a follow-up through 31 May 2014.Results A total of 276 patients were recruited.The incidence rate of IDH was 40.9％.163 patients with no-IDH (＜ 1/10 hypotensive events/3 months) served as controls.113 patients with IDH (≥ 1/10 hypotensive events/3 months) were identified among all 276 patients.Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that age,ultrafiltration rate,gender,serum NT-proBNP,serum albumin and aortic rool inside dimension (AoRD) were associated with IDH among MHD patients.During the 5-year follow-up,74 patients died,with a mortality rate 5.2 per 100 person-year.Kaplan-Meier survival curve showed significant difference of overall and CV mortality rates between 2 groups.The multivariate Cox regression model indicated that IDH increased the risk of death (HR=1.572,95％CI 1.077-2.293,P=0.019).So did the rise of LVMI (HR=1.010,95％CI 1.009-1.085,P=0.020).Conclusion Elderly,female,high ultrafiltration rate,high level of serum NT-proBNP,hypoalbuminemia and shorter AoRD are independent risk factors for IDH among MHD patients.LVMI can predict the outcome of MHDpatients.Intradialytic hypotension is an independent risk factor for long-term mortality in MHD patients.