Identification and functional analyses of antiviral restriction factors in hosts have become hot research topics. Four HIV restriction factors, APOBEC3G, Trim5alpha, Tetherin, and SAMHD1, have been identified in recent years. By encoding auxiliary proteins, lentiviruses can counteract host restriction factors. For example, the auxiliary proteins Vif, Vpu, and Vpx of HIV antagonize APOBEC3G, Tetherin, and SAMHD1, respectively. Furthermore, these auxiliary proteins enable the entry of HIV into host cells and influence the replication and pathogenicity of HIV. In this paper, we review the research progress in the functions of the three HIV auxiliary proteins that can antagonize the host restriction factors.
Animals ; HIV ; metabolism ; physiology ; Host-Pathogen Interactions ; Humans ; Viral Proteins ; metabolism

Objective To determine the expression of Toll-like receptor 5(TLR5) mRNA in the lung tissues of rats with acute lung injury induced by flagellin, and to investigate its potential role in the pathogenesis of the disease. Methods Flagellin was isolated and purified from Escherichia coli ATCC25922, subsequently identified by monoclonal antibody to flagellin. One hundred and eight SD rats were randomly divided into control group (n=36), flagellin challenged 1 group (n=36) and flagellin challenged 2 group (n=36). Rat model of ALI was reproduced by injecting flagellin. The expression of TLR5 mRNA in the lung tissues of rats was determined with in situ hybridization technique at six time points. Blood gas was monitored and pathological changes in the lung was observed at the same time. Result Flagellin was isolated and purified successfully and its molecular weight was approximately 65kD. Flagellin-induced acute lung injury model was successfully reproduced in rats. From 1h after flagellin injection, TLR5 mRNA expression was found to be increased in the lung tissues of rats with flagellin induced acute lung injury, and the expression was on the increase with the elapse of time and increase of the dose of flagellin. The PaO_2 levels in flagellin challenged 1 and 2 groups decreased. Interstitial edema, alveolar edema and inflammatory cells infiltration were also observed in flagellin challenged groups. Conclusion Flagellin can induce ALI in rats; the development of flagellin induced ALI in rats is related with TLR5 expression in the lung tissues of rats.

In order to observe the changes of myotension in the paralyzed limbs after subcutaneous injection(S.C)of capsaicin,we observed the changes of the spontaneous Electromyography(EMG)recorded in the quadriceps femoris before and after T-5 level spinal transection and found that the amplitude of EMG kept a low level in normal rats but increased progressively after operation.After treating the animals with capsaicin 200mg/kg(S.C)in three consecutive days,we found a much lower spontaneous EMG and a much higher pain threshold than that of the controls.Radioimmunnoassay detected that the content of SP in spinal dorsal horn was reduced by 38.4%,the general condition did not severely changed during the experiment.The results indicate that SP in the spinal dorsal horn participates in the regulation of myotension,and it is suggested that subcutancous injection of capsaicin may be one effective treatment to reduce the hypermyotension in the paralyzed limbs.

Objective To evaluate a minimally invasive procedure for intertrochanteric fracture treatment in elderly patients. Methods Total 46 elderly patients with intertrochanteric fracture were treated with a minimally invasive procedure from September 2008 to February 2010. The fractures were fixed with multiple K-wires combined with skeletal traction through supracondyle of femur. All procedures were undertaken under local anesthesia. Results All the patients were followed up for 8.8-months in average, and 42 patients recovered with independent walking, and the good rates was 91.3%, without severe complications in this group. Conclusions Minimally invasive procedure including fixation with multiple K-wires combined with traction through femoral supracondyle, is a safe and effective treatment for intertrochanteric fracture in elderly patients, avoiding high risks of intra-and post-operative complications.

BACKGROUND:XH1 type self-ligating bracket is a novel appliance of straight wire appliance.Currently,the majority of clinically applied self-ligating brackets are imported,which has low friction,short course of treatment,simple and efficient clinical practice.However,its cost is also very high.Therefore,we designed and developed the bracket.OBJECTIVE:Through the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observation of XH1-type self-ligating bracket grooves,to perform the energy spectrum analysis of bracket,compare with the other bracket,and test the static and dynamic friction of this bracket.METHODS:A total of 4 kinds of upper right canine brackets,XH1-type self-ligating brackets,2E1 brackets (Shanghai),TP Straight Wire Bracket (USA),and AO self-ligating bracket (USA) were used.Brackets and arch wire were combined,respectively and tested on the XF-1-type friction tester.The friction mv-ms change marked and saved by Fluke190-type oscilloscope was recorded.The compile software graphics Matlab2007 was used to smooth the graph to remove abnormal data.The maximum static friction and a corresponding voltage (mV) value dynamic friction were obtained,and converted into force values,followed by statistical analysis.RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:Different brackets had different static and dynamic frictions.The static and dynamic friction TP-type bracket was higher than XHl-type bracket's.There was no difference between 2E1 and TP bracket,AO and XH1 bracket.This XH1-type self-ligating brackets is a self-developed product,with small static and dynamic friction,simple sterilization,and low cost,which allow widely clinical application.

Objective To assess the quality of life(QOL) in rheumatoid arthritis(RA) patients treated with 12weeks of aerobic exercise(AE) plus medication(methotrexate, MTX, and NSAIDs). Methods The research design was a randomized controlled trial. The patients in AE group received AE plus MTX and NSAIDs, and the patients in the control group received drug therapy only. Results One hundred and twenty six patients completed the trial, AE patients with improvement of 12%～28% from the baseline were better than medicine treated patients in the physical, social, emotional function, self recognized health status and total QOL. Conclusion AE is effective for the patients with RA in the improvement of QOL.

Animals ; Benzodiazepines ; pharmacology ; Ducks ; physiology ; Growth Hormone ; blood ; Insulin-Like Growth Factor I ; metabolism ; Serum ; metabolism ; Weight Gain ; drug effects

Chlorine ; Computer Simulation ; Computers, Analog ; Diffusion ; Software

Objective To analyze MRI features of peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor (pPNET) in comparison with pathological findings. Methods The clinical manifestation, pathological features and the MRI appearances of 7 patients with pathologically proved pPNET were analyzed retrospectively. Results Among 7 patients, 2 patients located in intracalvarium, 2 in lower extremities, 1 in vertebral canal and extended outside of vertebral canal, 1 in cavitas pelvis and involved sacrum, and the rest 1 in the retroperitoneal space. The lesions in soft tissue manifested as iso-intensity on T1WI, slight hyper-intensity on T2WI with cystic degeneration and hemorrhage. Pseudo-capsule was seen in 1 patient. The solid parts of pPNET enhanced markedly after the contrast agent was injected. The adjacent bones were usually involved. pPNET in bone presented as osteolytic destruction of bone with large soft tissue mass. Immunohistochemical examination showed CD99 expression in all 7 patients, synaptophysin (Syn) expression in 4, Chromogranin (CgA) expression in 3, neuron specific enolase (NSE) expression in 2, vimentin (Vim) expression in 2 and EMA in 1 patient. Conclusion MRI has important reference value in diagnosis of pPNET, but final diagnosis still depends on the pathological and immunohistochemical examination.

This study discussed how to make a cognitive behavioral therapy-orientated case formulation for the client who was diagnosed as adjustment disorder,and also the importance of the role of case formulation in guiding the whole counseling process.Four months before the client asked for psychological help,he gradually showed symptoms of depression,insomnia,work inefficiency and being suspicious of self-capacity because of the promotion and the change of supportive system.We did the psychological counseling aiming at his cognitive,emotional and behavioral problems.In addition,the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI),Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) and Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDs) were used to evaluate his emotional condition before,after and during the counseling.Results demonstrated that the client's emotional,cognitive and social functions were significantly improved,achieving the expected goals.In conclusion,the cognitive behavioral therapy-orientated case formulation for adjustment disorder could effectively guide the counseling practice.