Diabetic foot is one of the most common and serious complications of diabetes. Early detection and prompt treatment is of great significance to the prevention of diabetic foot. Imaging is the most convenient and effective method for making an early diagnosis of diabetic foot, and imaging examination can directly and accurately reveal the peripheral vascular disorders, peripheral neuropathy, soft tissue complications, muscle and tendon lesions, bone complications, etc. thus the lesion’s extent can be exactly evaluated, which provides reliable basis for the selection and evaluation of the clinical therapeutic scheme. This paper aims to make a general review about the recent imaging research progress in diabetic foot.

Objective To explore diagnosis and treatment of thoracolumbar spine and spinal cord trauma complicated by thoracoabdominal viscera injury. Methods A retrospective study was performed on 84 cases with thoracolumbar spine and spinal cord trauma complicated by thoracoabdominal viscera injuries treated in our unit from January 1986 to December 2002, of which there were 52 cases with thoracic vertebra fracture (T_6-T_(12)), 32 with lumbar fracture (L_1-L_4), 70 with complicated chest injury, 14 with abdominal injury and 34 with injuries of cranium, extremities and pelvis. Spinal fixation or decompression of spinal cord was performed in 62 cases, drainage in 22, laparotomy in 10 and exploration of skull in nine. Results Eighty-two cases survived, with follow up period for 6-36 months. According to Frankel standard nerve function recovery showed that among 36 cases at grade A, 10 had partial or sensation recovery and the other got nerve function improvement for gradeⅠ-Ⅲ. Delayed diagnosis and missed injuries totaled seven cases (12%). Two cases were died of postoperative MODS. Conclusions As for patients with thoracolumbar spine and spinal cord trauma complicated by thoracoabdominal viscera injury, a comprehensive clinical examination including X-ray or CT is necessary. The treatment should first focus on thoracoabdominal viscera trauma and try to avoid aggravation of spine and spinal cord injury.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the influence of CYP2C19 genetic polymorphism on omeprazole pharmacokinetics. METHODS: Cochrane library, PubMed, Embase and CNKI databases were searched for trials investigating the influence of CYP2C19 genetic polymorphism on omeprazole pharmacokinetics reported before February 2012.Meta-analysis was performed by RevMan 5.1 software. RESULTS: Twelve retrospective studies, eight in English and four in Chinese, were included. Meta-analysis showed that CYP2C19 polymorphism significantly influenced the ρmax, AUC, t1/2 and CL/F. The ρmax, AUC, t1/2 and CL/F in PM genotype group were higher than those in HEM group, and those in HEM group were significantly higher than in EM group. And the CL/F in EM group was significantly higher than that in HEM group followed by that in PM group. CONCLUSION: CYP2C19 genetic polymorphism affects omeprazole exposure significantly, but there are still other influencing factors. Large prospective studies are needed.

Objective To establish carotid artery bifurcation aneurysm in canine, and to clarify whether specific hemodynamic insult in combination with arterial wall degeneration will lead to the occurrence and development of aneurysms. Methods New bifurcation aneurysm model of common carotid artery (CCA) was successfully established in 18 dogs, which were randomly divided into the elastase-treated bifurcation group (EBG,n=9) and the control bifurcation group (CBG,n=9). Three dogs were treated with elastase insult to both straight sections of CCA and were used as elastase-treated straight section group (ESG,n=3). Angiographic and hemodynamic analysis was conducted immediately after the operation, as well as 12 and 24 weeks after the operation. Histopathological examination was performed 12 and 24 weeks after the operation. Results Angiography showed that new aneurysm (mean diameter 3.2 ±0.4 mm) was formed at the apex of CCA bifurcation in 5 dog models of EBG group, while no new aneurysm was observed in both CBG and ESG groups. In EBG group, no rupture of the new aneurysm occurred during the follow-up period. Histological analysis revealed that in EBG group the inner elastic lamina was discontinued, the elastic fiber was disrupted, the muscle layer became thinned, the smooth muscle cells were reduced, and the inflammatory cell (macrophage) infiltration as well as the expressions of MMP-2 and MMP-9 were increased;these changes were statistically significant when compared with those in CBG group and ESG group (P<0.001). Postoperative hemodynamic analysis indicated that in EBG group the wall shear stress at the apex of CCA bifurcation was reduced, the blood flow velocity was decreased, with the relative and total pressure being the highest;all the above changes returned to normal after arterial wall remodeling. Conclusion The results of this study indicate that the arterial wall degeneration and the hemodynamic effect at the apex of CCA bifurcation can lead to new aneurysm formation in canine model.

Objective To discuss the feasibility on reducing the postoperative pulmonary complications ( PPC) incidence after thoracot-omy on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD) though application of incentive spirometry ( IS) . Methods 62 patients with COPD concurrent thoracotomy were divided into control group and observation group,the control group was given routine nebulization,expectoration and other physical treatment;the observation group were given IS besides the conventional treatment. The incidence of PPC,prognosis,and the changes on pulmonary function were compared between these two groups. Results The incidence of PPC and mortality of observation group were significantly lower than those of control group,and the inspiratory capacity( IC) from 3~5 days was significantly higher than that of con-trol group. Conclusion Application of IS can reduce the PPC incidence after thoracotomy on COPD patients,and promote the recovery of pulmonary function.

Objective To shorten the time of drug reception for ward areas and improve the overall satisfaction level towards the hospital. Methods The process of drug reception for ward areas was optimized by means of information technology and through business process reengineering. Results The time of drug reception for ward areas was effectively shortened and work efficiency and the overall satisfaction level were improved. Conclusion Using information technology and implementing business process reengineering are effective measures that can be taken by hospitals to improve efficiency and satisfaction level.

Objective It has been shown that strong acute stress or long-term chronic stress significantly affects learning and memory. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of chronic pain on learning and memory and morphological structure of hippocampus in neonatal rats.Methods Sixty SD rats aged 7 days were randomly divided into two groups : (A) chronic pain group ( n = 30) in which 0.5% formalin 0.1 ml was injected subcutaneously into plantar region of hind paw every day for two weeks and (B) control group (n = 30) in which the plantar region of hind paw was touched with cotton-tipped swab every day for 2 weeks instead of subcutaneous injection of formalin. Morris water maze performance was used to test learning and memory. The number of granule neurons in dentate gyrus and pyramidal neurons in CA3 were counted. Results The mean latency period in the Morris water maze intelligence test was significantly longer in chronic pain group than that in control group ( P

AIM: To observe the expression of TGF ?1 in hepatocytes during acute hemorrhagic and necrotic pancreatitis (AHNP) and to study the relationship between TGF ?1 and apoptosis in hepatocytes. METHODS: AHNP was induced in 40 rats weighting 260-280 g by intraductal administration of 5% sodium taurocholate. The pathologic morphologic changes of liver and pancreas were observed under light microscope. The hepatocyte apoptosis was examined through TdT (terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase) mediated dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL) and the expression of TGF ?1 in hepatocytes was analyzed through immunohistochemistry. RESULTS: The liver injuries were found at 3 h after the inducement. These changes were aggravated with the development of the disease. The apoptotic hepatocytes were found after 3 h (P

Background and purpose:Osteosarcoma, a highly malignant bone tumor, develops rapidly. The current medicines for osteosarcoma present some limitations with serious side effects of long-term use. Isosteviol has the structure of tetracyclic diterpene which is the starting material of many anti-cancer drugs. However, its anti-tumor activity has been rarely reported. This study investigated the effect of isosteviol on proliferation of human osteosarcoma cell line U-2OS.Methods:The effect of isosteviol on U-2OS cell proliferation was assayed by MTT method. Cellular morphologic changes were observed under an inverted phase contrast microscope. The cell condition was observed with Hoechst 33342 and PI staining. Generation of reactive oxygen species and cell membrane potential were detected as well. The cell cycles were analyzed with lfow cytometry. The expressions of apoptosis-related proteins Bcl-2 and Bax were measured by Western blot assay.Results:The result indicates that isosteviol suppressed the growth of U-2OS cells in time- and concentration-dependent manner. Isosteviol could cause S phase cell cycle arrest at 24 h and apoptosis at 48 h. With the increased drug concentration, reactive oxygen species increased significantly, and the membrane potential gradually reduced. In addition, isosteviol treatment enhanced the expression of Bax but reduced that of Bcl-2.Conclusion:The inhibition of isosteviol on cell growth of U-2OS cells was possibly caused by promoting apoptosis through regulating the apoptosis-related protein expressions, such as the enhancement of Bax and reduction of Bcl-2 expression.

Objective To evaluate the effects of spinal segmental stabilization exercises (SSE)at home on the quality of life for community dwelling elderly patients with lower back pain.Methods Eighty elderly patients with lower back pain were divided into two groups according to the random number method:the experimental group,which received intervention for three months,and the control group,which received no intervention.Evaluation was conducted using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) and the WHO Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL BREF).Results The ODI and WHOQOL-BREF scores for the control group were (0.32 ± 0.09) and (87.65 ± 8.63),respectively,before treatment,and (0.32± 0.07) and (87.98 ±8.15),respectively,three months after treatment; the scores for the experimental group were (0.32 ± 0.09) and (87.97 ± 8.71),respectively,before treatment,and (0.27 ± 0.09) and (92.30 ± 9.64),respectively,three months after treatment.No statistically significant difference was found in ODI and WHOQOL-BREF scores in the control group before and three months after treatment (t=0.311 and-0.672,respectively; P ＞0.05 for both),while statistically significant differences were detected before and three months after treatment (t =0.311 and-0.672,respectively; P＜ 0.05 for both).Differences in ODI and WHOQOL-BREF scores were also found between the experimental group and the control group three months after treatment (t=8.500 and-4.526,respectively; P＜0.05 for both).Conclusions Spinal segmental stabilization exercises can effectively relieve symptoms,improve body functions and uplift the quality of life for community-dwelling elderly patients with lower back pain.As a beneficial physical therapy option,SSE can be promoted in residential communities.