Objective To separate and identify Thyreophagus entomophagus from beer yeast powder and observe its morpho?logical characteristics. Methods The beer yeast powder was collected from the scum after fermentation of the beer material, the mites in it were separated and made into slide specimens,and then they were identified and observed for the morphological characteristics under an optical microscope. Results The mites separated from the beer yeast powder were identified as female Thyreophagus entomophagus. Under the optical microscope,the bodies of the mites were long and narrow,which showed an oval shape,the gnathosoma was wide,the epidermis was colorless but lustrous,the external vertical seta,internal scapular seta,in?ner humerals,anterior lateral seta,and dorsal body setae were all absent,the bristles on the back of the body were relatively long,and all the feet were thick and strong. Conclusion Thyreophagus entomophagus can breed in the beer yeast powder,and therefore,the powder should be stored properly to avoid the contamination caused by the mites.

Objective To report the seizure of Laelaps echidninus on the surface of Apodemus agrarius in Wuhu area for the first time,which prompts that there may exist the spread of the diseases by mites. Methods The mites got from the rats poi-soned by bait were made as the routine slide specimen and then identified with the reference of previous literature. Results The mites seized from Apodemus agrarius were 8 female ones totally and identified as Laelaps echidninus. Conclusion There exsits Laelaps echidninus parasitic on the body of Apodemus agrarius in Wuhu area,which should be paid attention to seriously in order to prevent the spread of diseases by it.

Objective To summarize radiofrequency cather ablation (RFCA)of tachycardias with right sid-ed accessory atrioventricular pathway in 7 patients with persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC). Methods RF-CA for right sided accessory atrioventricular pathway in 7 patients with PLSVC was carried out . Coronary sinus ac-cess was performed through the left subclavian and the left femoral vein respectively. Swartz sheath was used during ablation if neccesary. Results There was no siginificant differences in fluoroscopy time between the left subclavian approach and the left femoral vein approach[(2.8 ± 0.6)min vs (3.2 ± 0.3)min, P>0.05)]. No recurrence of ac-cessory pathway conduction was found during a mean follow-up of (23 ± 11) months. The mean discharging time and fluoroscopy time were (312 ± 67)s and (17 ± 5)min respectively. Conclusions Although RFCA of right sided accessory atrioventricular pathway in patients with PLSVC shows specialities in cather manipulation , mapping and ablation, high successful results can be achieved by experienced physician.

Objective To observe the external morphology of Lepidoglyphus destructor hypopus under an optical microscope. Methods The samples were collected in a store of Chinese medicinal herbs in Huainan City in September,2016,the L. de-structor and the hypopus were isolated,and then made of slide specimens. The slide samples were prepared and observed under an optical microscope. Results The L. destructor hypopus and protonymph were found. The inactive hypopus was oval in shape, the feet were not well-developed,there was a distinct transverse seam on its back,and there were 2 pairs of genital sensory or-gans. Conclusion The optical microscopy shows the morphological characteristics of L. destructor hypopus,which can provide the basis for the biological classification and the prevention.

Objective To investigate the species of Limacodidae and the biological habits on Prunus cerasifera and sycamore in the urban area of Wuhu City,so as to provide the reference for the prevention and control of the diseases caused by Limacodi?dae. Methods Two observation places were selected in the urban area of Wuhu City,and the survey period of the first observa?tion place(A)was from 2014?5?4 to 2014?11?2,and eucleid caterpillar was observed and collected every Sunday(a total of 27 times);the survey period of the second observation place(B)was from 2014?1?5 to 2014?12?28,and eucleid caterpillar was ob?served and collected every Sunday(a total of 52 times). The eucleid caterpillars were collected by the visual inspection and arti?ficial direct collecting method,and then they were identified and classified by the naked eye direct observation and the direct ob?servation with the help of the anatomical lens in the laboratory. Results There were seven kinds of identified Limacodidae from the two observation places and their occurrence regularity,the species composition ratio,and natural enemies were understood. Conclusions Limacodidae larvae not only are the defoliator of the ornamental forests,but also harm the health of residents, that is they can cause eucleid larva dermatitis. Therefore,we should strengthen the prevention and control of Limacodidae,re?ducing its impact on the lives of the residents.

Here we report a case of dermatitis caused by Tyrophagus putrescentiae,and have reviewed the related literature, then summarize the clinical characteristics and treatments of dermatitis in order to improve the understanding of the disease.

Objective To explore the prevalence and related risk factors of thyroid nodule in elderly patients(age ≥ 60 years old) with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)) in Xinjiang region.Methods Two hundreds and two elderly patients with T2DM were selected,including 91 cases of thyroid nodule(thyroid nodule group) and111 cases of non-thyroid nodule (control group).The disease history,body mass index(BMI),fasting blood-glucose (FBG),2-h postprandial blood glucose(2 h PBG),glycosylated hemoglobin(HbA1c),triglyceride(TG),cholesterol(TC),high-density lipoprotein(HDL-C) and low density lipoprotein(LDL-C) were collected for statistical analysis.Results The age,gender,BMI,TC and HbA1c had statistical difference between the two groups (P<0.05);the disease course,pulse pressure,systolic pressure,abdominal perimeter,smoking history,HDL,TG,FBG and 2 h PBG had no statistical differences netween the thyroid nodule group and non-thyroid nodule group (P>0.05).The multivariable Logistic regression analysis showed that the age,gender,TC,HbA1c and BMI were the risk factors of thyroid nodule occurrence.Conclusion Conducting the thyroid nodule related imaging examination has an important clinical significance for diabetic elderly women patients with obesity and cholesterol increase.

Objective To investigate the Histiostomas apromyzarum breeding in traditional Chinese medicine Rhizoma Bletillae. Methods The scurf and dust of R. bletillae were obtained by brushing,and the mites samples were separated and identified. Results Totally 520 g samples were collected,and 56 adult mites(female?male ratio 0.12)and 18 dormant bodies were obtained from the samples,and they were identified as H. apromyzarum with an average breeding density of 0.14/g. Con?clusion H. apromyzarum could breed on the traditional Chinese medicine R. bletillae,and the corresponding control mea?sures should be strengthened.

Background Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is the most common genetic syndrome predisposing patients to various tumors due to dysregulation of the Ras signaling pathway.Recent research has shown NF1 patients also suffer a spectrum of bone pathologies.The pathogenesis of NF1 bone diseases is largely unknown.There is no current treatment.By Nf1 heterozygote (Nf1+/-) mice and Nf1 conditional knockout mice,we and other groups demonstrated abnormal osteoblast and osteoclast function due to dysregulation of Ras signaling.However,the specific downstream effector pathways linked to NF1 abnormal osteoblastogenesis and osteoclastogenesis have not been defined.In this study,we investigated the Ras downstream effector related with NF1 bone disease.Methods We used Nf1+/+ and Nf1+/-mice as normal and NF1 models.Bone stromal cells extracted from Nf1+/+ and Nf1+/-mice were induced osteoclasts.The osteoclast cell was stained by tartrate resistant acid phosphatase staining.The osteoclast cell number was counted and the surface area of osteoclast cells was calculated under the microscope.The mRNA of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) was determined by quantitative reverse-transcription-polymerase chain reaction.The presence of ribosomal protein S6 kinase was determined by Western blotting.Results Compared with Nf1+/+ mice,Nf1+/-mice had about 20％ more of osteoclast cells.These osteoclast cells werelarger in size with more nuclei.Hyperactive mTOR was detected in Nf1+/-osteoclast cells.Inhibition of mTOR signalingby rapamycin in Nf1+/-osteoclasts abrogated abnormalities in cellular size and number.Conclusion mTOR pathway inhibition may represent a viable therapy for NF1 bone diseases.

BACKGROUNDNeurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is the most common genetic syndrome predisposing patients to various tumors due to dysregulation of the Ras signaling pathway. Recent research has shown NF1 patients also suffer a spectrum of bone pathologies. The pathogenesis of NF1 bone diseases is largely unknown. There is no current treatment. By Nf1 heterozygote (Nf1+/-) mice and Nf1 conditional knockout mice, we and other groups demonstrated abnormal osteoblast and osteoclast function due to dysregulation of Ras signaling. However, the specific downstream effector pathways linked to NF1 abnormal osteoblastogenesis and osteoclastogenesis have not been defined. In this study, we investigated the Ras downstream effector related with NF1 bone disease.

METHODSWe used Nf1+/+ and Nf1+/- mice as normal and NF1 models. Bone stromal cells extracted from Nf1+/+ and Nf1+/- mice were induced osteoclasts. The osteoclast cell was stained by tartrate resistant acid phosphatase staining. The osteoclast cell number was counted and the surface area of osteoclast cells was calculated under the microscope. The mRNA of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) was determined by quantitative reverse-transcription-polymerase chain reaction. The presence of ribosomal protein S6 kinase was determined by Western blotting.

RESULTSCompared with Nf1+/+ mice, Nf1+/- mice had about 20% more of osteoclast cells. These osteoclast cells were larger in size with more nuclei. Hyperactive mTOR was detected in Nf1+/- osteoclast cells. Inhibition of mTOR signaling by rapamycin in Nf1+/- osteoclasts abrogated abnormalities in cellular size and number.

CONCLUSIONmTOR pathway inhibition may represent a viable therapy for NF1 bone diseases.

Animals ; Male ; Mice ; Neurofibromatosis 1 ; drug therapy ; Osteoclasts ; drug effects ; physiology ; Osteogenesis ; drug effects ; Sirolimus ; pharmacology ; TOR Serine-Threonine Kinases ; antagonists & inhibitors ; physiology