1.Effect of lipases on hyperlipidemic acute necrotizing pancreatitis
Mingyi XU ; Xingpeng WANG ; Kai WU
Chinese Journal of Pancreatology 2009;9(1):40-43
Objective To investigate the influence of Lipoprotein lipase (LPL)/Hepatic lipase (HL) on hyperlipidemie acute necrotizing pancreatitis (HLANP) in rats. Methods The rats were fed with hyperlipidemic feed for 4 weeks, then the rats were injected with 5% sodium taurocholate into pancreatic duct to induce HLANP model. Seventy-two rats were randomly assigned to HLANP and control groups, and then each group was subdivided into 6 subgroups (n = 6) at 0, 3, 6, 12, 24 and 48 h. Serum amylase, cholesterol, triglyeride (TG), free fatty acid (FFA) levels and serum LPL, HI. activities were determined. Under the light-microscopy and electron microscopy, the histopathologic and uhrastructure changes of pancreas were observed; the HL mRNA expressions were detected by RT-PCR; HL protein expressions HL were assessed by immunohistoehemical staining. Results The serum amylase levels reached peak values at 12 h after ANP induction in the two groups, the mean values were 7 176U/L and 6 366U/L, which were significantly higher than those of baseline values (P <0.05) ; serum levels of cholesterol in HLANP group at 0 ~ 12 h were higher than those of control group, however, only at 0 h the difference (1.19±0.49 vs 0. 32±0.14 mmol/L) was significant (P < 0.05) ; serum levels of FFA in HLANP group were not significantly different when compared with those of control group; serum levels of LPL and HL at 3 h were (17.5±7) U/L and (18.6±3.9) U/L, which were significantly higher than those of control group (8.9±3.4 U/L and 9.5±2. 1 U/L, P < 0.05). The pancreatic tissues necrosis levels were significantly increased in HLANP groups (3, 6, 24 and 48 h) than those of control group at corresponding time points (P < 0.05). lipid droplet deposition, rough endoplasmic reticulum distension, zymogen granule reduction, and chondriosome swelling in acinar cells of pancreatic tissues in HLANP group were found. The HI, mRNA expressions at 3 h and 6 h in HLANP group were 1.1±0.09 and 0.89±0.08, which were significantly higher than those in control group (0. 11 ± 0.01 and 0.15±0. 03, P <0.05). HL proteins were positively expressed in pancreatic tissues of two groups before ANP was induced, and HL proteins were strongly positively expressed after ANP induction. Conclusions Lipase (LPL/HL) expression increased in HLANP rats, and the content of serum protein increased, which resulted in lipids decomposition and increased the severity of ANP. LPL/HL may be one of the key lipids metabolic enzymes aggravating HLANP.
2.Gene polymorphism of lipoprotein lipase in patients with acute hypedipidemic pancreatitis
Mingyi XU ; Xingpeng WANG ; Kai WU
Chinese Journal of Digestion 2008;28(9):600-603
Objective To investigate the expression and polymorphism of lipoprotein lipase (LPL) gene and their association with acute hyperlipidemic pancreatitis(HLP). Methods A total of 120 patients Were assigned to HLP group (n=20), acute pancreatitis (AP) group (n=50) and control group (n= 50). Serum levels of triglyceride (TG), cholesterol (Ch), free fatty acid (FFA), lipoprotein and apolipoprotein and serum LPL/HL activities were determined. The mRNA expressions of LPL/HL and LPL gene intron 8 polymorphisms were detected by RT-PCR and PCR-RFLP, respectively. Results The serum levels of TG, Ch, FFA and ApoE were significantly higher in HLP group than those in AP group and control group (P<0.05). The serum level of HDL was lower in HLP group than that in AP group and control group(P<0.05). The serum LPL/HL activities were significantly higher in HLP group than that in AP and control groups. The expression of LPL mRNA was up-regulated and intron 8 Hind Ⅲ H2 allele frequency was significantly inereased in the HLP group compared to control group(0.90/0.72, P<0.05). H1 allele frequency was significantly decreased in the HLP and AP groups compared to control group(0.10/0.28 and 0.14/0.28, respectively). Conclusions The high allele frequency of LPL gene intron 8 Hind H2 result in the increase of activities and expression of LPL mRNA, which exacerbate the development of HLP through changing TG metabolism such as FFA accumulation.
3.Establishment and evaluation of loop-mediated isothermal amplification assay for detecting marine Vibrio vulnificus
Mingyi WANG ; Xiaolei YANG ; Pingping ZHANG
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2016;37(5):577-579,582
Objective To develop a rapid ,convenient ,sensitive and specific method for the detection of marine Vbrio vulnificus by using loop‐mediated isothermal amplification(LAMP) technique ,and evaluate the specificity and sensitivity of this method . Methods According to marine Vibrio vulnificus cytolysin(vvhA) gene sequence published by GenBank ,a set of LAMP primers were designed .LAMP and polymerase chain reaction(PCR) amplification were carried out in 47 strains of bacteria(including 20 strains of Vibrio) and specificities of LAMP and PCR were compared .Serial ten‐fold dilutions of an overnight Vibrio vulnificus M06 culture were prepared in sterile saline solution ,and compared the sensitivity of LAMP with that of PCR after extracting DNA tem‐plates .A recombinant plasmid containing fragment of vvhA gene was constructed and set as a standard positive control of LAMP assay .Results False‐positive results occurred in the conventional PCR ,while in the LAMP assay positive amplifications were only seen in strains of Vibrio vulnificus and no false‐positive or false‐negative results were generated among 47 strains of bacteria ,which indicated that primers had high specificity .Additionally ,the results of electrophoresis were consistent with those after adding the calcein .The detection limit of LAMP was 4 × 10 CFU each reaction for detecting vvhA gene in pure culture ,which was 10‐fold more sensitive than that of conventional PCR(4 × 102 CFU each reaction) .It indicated that LAMP assay had good sensitivity .Repeated the test twice ,the detection results of LAMP and PCR were both stable .Conclusion An LAMP detection method for marine Vibrio vulnificus has been developed ,which is highly specific ,sensitive ,convenient and suitable for rapid field detection and point‐of‐care testing .
4.Differences Between Field-dependent and Field-independent Individuals in Shame and Sad Memories
Mi WANG ; Jun GAO ; Zhiyan WANG ; Zhifeng ZHANG ; Mingyi QIAN
Chinese Journal of Clinical Psychology 2006;0(05):-
Objective: To examine whether there are differences between dependent and independent individual’s shame and sad memories. Methods: Self -report measures were used. Results: ① There were significant interactions between emotion and cognitive style of the number of words recalled, number of times that others were mentioned. ②Field dependent individuals mention more emotional behaviors and presence of others. ③The subjects mentioned more emotion words and time in sad memories. ④In shame memories, there were less self-references than others-references, marginally less self in thinking than self in other descriptions. ⑤In sad memories, field dependent individuals reported less selfreferences than others-references, and less self in thinking than self in other descriptions. ⑥There were more emotional behaviors and self-thinking in sad memories than in shame memories. Conclusion: Field dependent and independent individuals demonstrate differences in emotional memory, and the difference is emotion specificity.
5.Simultaneous Perineal Ultrasound and Vaginal Pressure Measurement Proves Electroacupuncture Pudendal Nerve Stimulation
Siyou WANG ; Juanjuan YAN ; Guomei CHEN ; Mingyi XU
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science 2009;7(1):41-46
Purpose:To prove that electroacupuncture pudendal nerve stimulation(EPNS)can exactly excites the pudendal nerve.by simultaneous measurements of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) movements(perineal ultrasound),vaginal pressure and pelvic floor surface myoelectricity.Methods:Long needles(acupuncture needles)were deeply inserted into four sacral points and electrifled to stimulate the Pudendal nerves.When EPNS Was performed.perineal ultrasound B-mode images of PFM movements(contractions),M-mode PFM movement curves;vaginal pressure and pelvic floor surface electromyogram were recorded simultaneously by use of an urodynamic instrument with video suite(Medtronic Duet Encompass).Simultaneous records were also obmined under three conditions in the process of the nerve stimulation:1) pausing electric stimulation;2)reducing the intensity of electric stimulation(to about 2/7 of the original);3)drawing back the two lower needles to make the tips 1-2 cm away from the original position.Results:Thirty-five female patients with stress incontinence(aged 54.9±9.81 received EPNS and the simultaneous measurements.When EPNS was performed correctly,the patient felt rhythmic and cephalad PFM contractions with the urethra as the center.Simultaneous records showed the following:1) cranio-caudal PFM movements on the B.mode image;2)the M-mode curves indicating the PFM contractions (amplitude:about 1 mm,n=31,14 cases≥1 mm and 17 cases<1 mm);3)A sawtooth curve of changes in vaginal pressure[amplitude:2.61±1.69(0.7-5.6)cmH2O,n=34];4)pelvic floor myoelectric waves[amplitude:23.9±25.3(5-96)μV,n=34].The amplitude of a PFM movement curve conformed basically to that of a vaginal pressure curve.If the electric current was stopped or its intensity was reduced to about 2/7 of the original or during the process of the nerve stimulation the two lower needles were gradually drawn back until the tips were 1-2 cm away from the original positions,then B-mode PFM movements,M-mode curves and sawtooth changes in vaginal pressure disappeared.Conclusion:Electroacupuncture pudendal nerve stimulation can exactly excites the pudendal nerve and effectively contract the pelvic floor muscles.
6.Compatible regularity of Fengshi Maqian Tablet
Shengchun WANG ; Xinhong QU ; Jianfeng LI ; Mingyi LIU
Chinese Traditional Patent Medicine 1992;0(05):-
AIM: To investigate the influence of compatibitity in Fengshi Maqian Tablet [ABD group(Semen strychni,Bombyx batryticatus,Herba ephedrae,Scorpio,Rhizoma atractylodis,Radix et Rhizoma glycyrrhizae) E group(Olibanum;Myrrha)]. METHODS: In the use of orthogonal design(5 factors and 2 levels).HPLC method were used to determine the main chemical componets such as strychnine,brucine and ephedrine.And anti-inflammation was adopted as pharmacological experiment. RESULTS: In the inhibitive experiment of granuloma,ABD group was superb to E group.In the tumescence experiment,otherwise. CONCLUSION: The minister,assistant and guide herbs in Fengshi Maqian Prescription had a significant effect on the toxicity of monarch medicines-Semen strychni.
7.Similarities and Differences of Shame Experiences between Chinese and American College Students
Zhiyan WANG ; Lili ZHANG ; Jun GAO ; Mingyi QIAN
Chinese Mental Health Journal 1991;0(02):-
Objective:To test the similarities and differences of shame experience between Chinese and American participants and explore the future research direction of shame in a cross-culture context.Methods:American college students were enrolled by convenient sampling to a semi-construct face-to-face interview about general and specific shame experience in their own culture.No new materials appeared after 8 students were interviewed.Then 8 Chinese college students were paired sampling to participate in the same interview.Finally all the in terview contents were coded according to the emotion,cognition and behavioral reaction of shame experience.Results:Both Chinese and American students reported shame experience with similar intensity in academic,personal relationship,body,group and transference shame situations.The expectations of self,peers,parents,teachers or supervisors could be sources of shame in both eastern and western cultures,and only Chinese students regarded expectation of a specific group as a source of shame.Chinese participants recalled more body reaction when feeling shame and had more cognition process related to the shame experience.Finally,besides the negative results such as avoidance that shame experience brought out,in both cultures,the most important influence of shame was reported to be the positive effects on improving or restricting improper behaviors.Conclusion:The participants from two cultures demonstrate a fairly coherence process of shame experience,and the results support the appraised-based model of self-conscious emotions.
8.Effect of HOCs implantation on protein expression of TGF-?/Smad signaling pathway in liver tissue of hepatic fibrosis rats
Huiping ZHAO ; Weibin TIAN ; Mingyi LIU ; Shengchun WANG
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2000;0(07):-
AIM:To investigate the effect of hepatic oval cells (HOCs) on the protein expression of TGF-?/Smad signaling pathway in the liver tissue of hepatic fibrosis rats.METHODS:The SD rat models of liver fibrosis were made by treating with carbon tetrachloride and combined factors.The HOCs was isolated from the model rats.HOCs suspension (0.5 mL at a density of 1 ? 1012cells/L) were transplanted via portal vein into the hepatic fibrosis rats at 8th week and observed continuously for 30 days.Meanwhile,WuLing capsules were used for positive control.The blood samples were collected through trail vein at 8th day,15th day,23th day and 30th day after transplantation of HOCs.The levels of aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alamine aminotransferase (ALT) in serum were determined by enzyme method.The morphological changes of hepatic tissues were observed under microscope with HE and Musson staining.The protein levels of collagen type I (Col-Ⅰ),extracellular-signal regulated protein kinase (ERK),phosphory-lation extracellular regulatedprotein kinases (p-ERK),TGF-? receptor type Ⅰ (T?RⅠ),TGF-? receptor type Ⅱ (T?RⅡ),mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 2 /3 (Smad 2 /3) and mothers against decapentaplegic homolog (Smad 7) were assessed in liver tissues by Western blotting.RESULTS:In HOCs and WuLing capsules treated groups,the levels of ALT and AST decreased significantly at 15th day,23th day and 30th day after the transplantation of HOC.The damage degree of hepatic fiber hyperplasia of the liver histological structure reduced notably.The expression levels of Col-Ⅰ,ERK,p-ERK,T?RⅠ and T?RⅡ in liver tissues of hepatic fibrosis rats were down-regulated obviously while the expression of Smad 7 increased significantly.CONCLUSION:The implantation of HOCs prevents the progress of liver fibrosis in rats.The mechanism of action is to inhibit the protein expression of p-ERK,T?RⅠ,T?R Ⅱ for TGF-?/Smad signaling pathway of liver tissue.
9.Application value of fusion indocyanine green fluorescence imaging in the laparoscopic anatomical liver resection
Hongguang WANG ; Yinzhe XU ; Mingyi CHEN ; Shichun LU
Chinese Journal of Digestive Surgery 2017;16(4):405-409
Objective To investigate the application value of fusion indocyanine green fluorescence imaging (FIGFI) in the laparoscopic anatomical liver resection (ALR).Methods The retrospective crosssectional study was conducted.The clinical data of 21 patients who underwent laparoscopic ALR using FIGFI in the Chinese People's Liberation Army General Hospital between December 2015 and February 2017 were collected.Indocyanine green (ICG) staining included positive staining and negative staining.Observation indicators:(1) intraoperative situations:surgical procedures,extent of liver resection,methods and results of ICG staining,operation time,volume of intraoperative blood loss,cases with blood transfusion;(2) postoperative situations:postoperative complications,duration of postoperative hospital stay,postoperative pathological examination;(3) follow-up situations.Follow-up using outpatient examination and telephone interview was performed to detect the patients' survival and tumor recurrence or metastasis up to March 2017.Measurement data with normal distribution were represented as average (range).Results (1) Intraoperative situations:of 21 patients,20 underwent successful laparoscopic ALR and 1 had conversion to open surgery.The positive and negative stainings of ICG were respectively applied to 5 and 16 patients.Seventeen patients had successful staining and 4 had failed staining.Average operation time,average volume of intraoperative blood loss and cases with blood transfusion were respectively 268 minutes (range,120-360 minutes),388 mL (range,100-800 mL) and 3.(2) Postoperative situations:5 patients had postoperative complications,including 3 with Clavien-Dindo classification Ⅰ and 2 with Clavien-Dindo classification Ⅱ.Average duration of postoperative hospital stay of 21 patients was 9.3 days (range,6.0-14.0 days).Sixteen patients with malignant tumor had negative surgical margins.(3) Follow-up situations:all the 21 patients were followed up for 1.0-14.0 months,with a median time of 3.3 months.During follow-up,all the patients survived,and 1 patient had tumor recurrence.Conclusion The FIGFI is safe and feasible in the laparoscopic ALR,with a good short-term outcome.
10.Ethical practices in individual supervision of counseling in China
Lingyu LIN ; Mingyi QIAN ; Haoyu WANG ; Shujie ZHUANG
Chinese Mental Health Journal 2017;31(1):25-29
Objective:To investigate the ethical practices in individual supervision of counseling in China.Method:Forty-one graduate students and 38 participants of the China American Psychoanalytic Alliance (CAPA) were included in this study.The Ethical Practices in Supervision Scale (EPSS) was used for the investigation.The scale included two parts.The first part was to investigate supervisors'ethical practices,and the second part focused on supervisees'impact from unethical supervisors.Results:The findings showed that 7 out of 28 items in the scale were significantly different between two groups.CAPA participants' supervisors performed better than graduate students' supervisors (P < 0.05) in supervision scheduling,ethics discussion,and counselor/therapist role.Graduate students' supervisors performed better than CAPA participants' supervisors (P < 0.05) in live supervision,audio/video review,informing clients of supervisee's status as trainee,and supervision contract.If individuals experience their supervisors being unethical or unprofessional,more than 55 percent of the individuals responded to negatively affect their thoughts toward their supervisor and the supervisory alliance,and almost 50 percent of the individuals responded to negatively impact their emotion and quality of their counseling for clients.Conclusion:Both graduate students and CAPA participants respond that their supervisors perform well in both monitoring supervisees' performance and maintaining appropriate boundaries.However,both of them should work more on reviewing video or audiotapes of supervisees' sessions regularly.