ObjectiveTo seek an effective protocol fortreating spinal cord injury-induced limb dysfunction by comparing the therapeutic effects of electroacupuncture at Huatuo jiaji points plus Du meridian points versus conventional electroacupuncture. MethodForty patients with spinal cord injury-induced limb dysfunction were allocated, using a random number table, to treatment and control groups, 20 cases each. Both groups were treated with ganglioside and routine rehabilitation therapy. In addition,the treatment group received electroacupuncture at Huatuo jiaji points and Du meridian points and the control group, conventional acupuncture. Lower limb function was assessed using ASIA Motor Score, Sensory Score and the MBI in the two groups of patients before treatment and after one and two courses. The clinical therapeutic effects were evaluated.ResultThere was a statistically significant pre-/post-treatment difference in lower limb dysfunction in both treatment and control groups (P<0.05). The improving effect was better in the treatment group than in the control group (P<0.05,P<0.01).ConclusionElectroacupuncture at Huatuo jiaji points and Du meridian points has a definite therapeutic effect on spinal cord injury-induced limb dysfunction. It is superior to conventional electroacupuncture.

Impaired glucose tolerance is the prediabetic state of diabetes mellitus,and its main manifestation is postprandial hyperglycemia.Studies in recent years have suggested that the large vascular disease of the impaired glucose tolerance state is similar to diabetes mellitus.The relationship between impaired glucose tolerance and atherosclerotic disease is increasingly receiving attention.This article reviews the relationship between both of them.

Objective To discuss the functional results of percutaneons compressive screw fixation for float injury to the pubic symphysis. Methods From March 2003 to March 2007, 48 cases of float injury to the pubic symphysis were treated with percutaneons compressive screws, including 27 males and 21 females with an average age of 29.4 years. Of them, 39 eases were complicated with injury to the pelvic posterior ring. Emergency surgery was done for 13 cases, 27 cases were operated on within 3 to 7 days after injury and 8 within 7 to 14 days. Guided pins and screws were used during dosed reduction and percutaneous pelvic fixation was done under the guidance of intraoperative fluoroscopic imaging. Float injury to the pubic symphysis was amended by percutaneous fixation after dosed manipulation. Results The average operation time for the48 patients was 55 (31 to 100) min. The intraoperative bleeding averaged 20 to 30 mL. Satisfactory reduetian and fixation was achieved in 41 cases, but 7 cases had poor reduction. All the fractures healed 3 to 6 months postoperatively without infection, nonunion or injury to vessels, nerves or organs. All the patients could turn the body freely in bed the day after operation. Those without injury to the pelvic posterior ring could walk with crutches 3 days after operation. By the Orlando evaluation system for pelvic fractures, 37 eases were rated as excellent, 7 as good, 3 as fair and I as poor. Conclusions The percutaneous compressive screw fixation may decompress the pelvic hematoma, allowing early definitive fixation without the risk of additional hemorrhage. Complications associated with open posterior pelvic surgical procedures may be avoided by using percutaneons techniques.

Objective: To investigate the effects of fibrin glue(FS) and glutamine(Gln) on the healing of colon anastomoses after immediate postoperative intraperitoneal administration of 5-fluorouracil.Methods: Thirty two female Wistar rats were randomized into four groups.After resection of a 1-cm segment of the transverse colon,an end-end sutured anastomosis was performed.Then the rats were divided into control group,5-FU group,FS group,and Gln group.All rats were killed on the 8th postoperative day and the anastomoses were examined microscopically.The bursting pressure measurements were recorded and anastomoses were graded histologically.Results: The adhesion formation score was significantly higer in the rats of the 5-FU group than in the other groups.Bursting pressures were also significantly lower in the 5-FU group than in the other groups.Conclusion: The immediate postoperative intraperitoneal administration of 5-FU inhibited wound healing.However,FS and Gln can improve early healing of colon anastomoses after immediate postoperative intraperitoneal administration of 5-fluorouracil.

Objective To observe the levels of serum hypersensitive C-reaction protein (hs-CRP) and its correlation factors in cerebral infarction patients with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT). Methods According to the result of glucose tolevance test (GTT),the 131 patients were divided into normal glucose tolerance group (NGT, n=41),IGT group (n=47),newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) group (n=43). The serum hs-CRP levels and some biochemical parameters were measured in 72 h after the onset. The common carotid artery(CCA) and carotid plaque were examined by color B type ultrasonography. Results The hs-CRP levels were gradually increased among NGT,IGT and DM groups. The average of hs-CRP levels in NGT,IGT and DM groups were 0.320 mg/L,1.435 mg/L,4.305mg/L respectively.By the charge of logaithm,there were significanty differenc among each group(P

Objective To identify high affinity ligand MULT1-transgenic mice,analyze its elementary phenotype,and to perform primary functional study in MULT1.Methods We identified the genotype of transgenic mice by PCR and detected transcription level of MULT1 in tails by real-time PCR.The flowcytometry and immunohisto-chemistry were used to analyze the expression of MULT1 in various tissues.Results 25 3'S-strain and 13 4'S-strain MULT1-transgenic mice were obtained and which contain high level of MULT1 transcripts.MULT1 protein is mainly expressed in intestinal intraepithelial lymphocytes (iIELs) and thymocytes but not on splenocytes.Moreover,the levels of MULT1 expression in iIELs and thymocytes are associated with age.Within iIELs,the percentage of CD8~+ Tcells decreased,while CD4~+ CD25~+ Treg cells increased,when compared with wild-type mouse.Conclu-sion We successfully produced MULT1-transgenic mice.MULT1 is possibly associated with thymic development and aging,as well as immunoregulation in mice.

Angiogenesis plays an important role in the development process of tumor,and related microRNA(miRNA) in tumor cells can regulate tumor angiogenesis via the pathway of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF).Therefore,the further study of miRNA function will provide more effective targets to inhibit tumor angiogenesis,and provide more reliable basis for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of tumor.

Objective To compare the prevalences of metabolic syndrome(MS)diagnosed with 4 diagnostic criteria by the World Health Organization(WHO,1999),the Inrernational Diabetes Federation(IDF,2005),the Third Report of the National Cholesterol Education Program Expert Panel on Detection,Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults(NCEP ATPⅢ,2001)and the Chinese Medical Association Diabetes Branch(CDS)respectively. Methods The interrelated parameters were measured in 1399 patients with newly-diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus.All the patients were divided into 2 groups:elderly group(259 cases)and non-elderly group(1140 cases),and the different prevalences diagnosed by 4 diagnostic criteria in 2 groups were compared. Results The MS prevalence was 68.0%,47.9%,46.7%and 54.8%in elderly group by WH0,CDS,IDF and NCEP ATPⅢ respectively.The consistent rate was 76.1% between WHO and CDS,and 70.3%between IDF and CDS,and 81.9% between NCEP ATPⅢ and CDS. Conclusions The WHO definition may be more suitable for MS diagnosis in elderly patients with newly-diagnosed type 2diabetes mellitus.

Objective To discuss the effect and possibility of NIPPV in ILD combined with respiratory failure. Methods A total of 37 cases of ILD combined with respiratory failure admitted by our hospital during Feb 2004 to Oct 2007 were divided into treatment group (20 cases) and control group (17 cases). Routine pharmaceutical intervention was adopted in both groups while NIPPV was given in the patients of treatment group. The symptoms、signs and the arterial blood gases were observed and analyzed. Results Among 20 patients,3 gave up treatment , 17 patients were successfully treated with the NIPPV therapy. There were significant improvement of PaCO2、PaO2、pH and respiratory rate ,heart rate after 2h NIPPV. Conclusion NIPPV is an effective method for ILD combined with respiratory failure,which can save the patients life and decrease the complications.

【Objective】To observe the anti-stress effect of koumine(Kou)on mice.【Methods】Kunming mice were randomized into model group,low-,moderate-and high-dose koumine(1.2,2.4,and 4.8 mg?kg-1?d-1)groups.The treatment lasted 7 days.One hour after last administration,stress tests such as weight-bearing swimming,antihypoxia,high-temperature resistance and low-temperature resistance were carried out.The changes of serum superoxide dismutase(SOD)activity and malondialdehyde(MDA)content were also observed.【Results】During the anti-stress tests,the survival time was prolonged in koumine groups as compared with the model group(P0.05).【Conclusion】Koumine can increase the mice tolerance of weight-bearing swimming,cold and hypoxia,and its anti-stress mechanism may be related to the antilipid peroxidation.