1.Effects of chrysin on impaired vascularendothelial function induced by high glucose
Xiali ZHANG ; Sijia HAN ; Le LUO ; Min CHEN ; Jie LI ; Qingqing TIAN ; Xuemei GAO ; Xuanping ZHANG
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2017;33(5):707-712
Aim To explore the effects of chrysin on endothelial dysfunction induced by acute high glucose.Methods ① The effects of chrysin on normal isolated aortic at contraction induced by PE and on endothelial dysfunction induced by high glucose were tested in the following medium: normal group,chrysin group;normal-glucose group: glucose 11mmol·L-1 in Krebs' solution;high-glucose group: glucose 44 mmol·L-1 in Krebs' solution;mannitol group: mannitol 33 mmol·L-1 in Krebs' solution and chrysin group: 44 mmol·L-1 Glu+chrysin 1.0 μmol·L-1 in Krebs' solution.② The effects of chrysin on HUVEC cell viability after incubated in high glucose were observed in the following groups: normal-glucose group: glucose 5.5 mmol·L-1 in culture solution;high-glucose group: glucose 33.3 mmol·L-1 in culture solution;mannitol group: mannitol 27.8 mmol·L-1 in culture solution and chrysin group: chrysin(25,50 μmol·L-1)in culture solution.And the NO release was also testd in these groups.Results ① Chrysin could induce vaso-dilation in a dose-dependent manner at normal glucose.The Emax was(58.94±9.61)%,and the EC50 value was 51.9 μmol·L-1.After incubating the aortic rings with high glucose(44 mmol·L-1)for 4 h,there were significant differences in ACh-induced vascular relaxation between the normal glucose group and the high glucose group.The Emax was(32.12±3.92)%and the EC50 value was 78.0 μmol·L-1 of high glucose group(P<0.01).The endothelium-independent relaxation induced by SNP was not significantly different between the two groups.And chrysin(1.0 μmol·L-1)could reverse the decline of ACh-induced vasorelaxation response induced by high glucose(44 mmol·L-1).The Emax was(70.7±3.87)%and the EC50 value was 0.852 μmol·L-1.② The cell viability of HUVEC was depressed after incubated in high glucose,and chrysin could reverse the decline in a concentration-dependent way.And chrysin in defferent concentrations could increase the cell NO release.Conclusion Chrysin could prevent the acute high glucose-induced vascular endothelial dysfunction and could increase the NO release.
2.Determination of pKa values of alendronate sodium in aqueous solution by piecewise linear regression based on acid-base potentiometric titration
Jing Ke ; Hanfei Dou ; Ximin Zhang ; Dushimabararezi Serge Uhagaze ; Xiali Ding ; Yuming Dong
Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis 2016;6(6):404-409
As a mono-sodium salt form of alendronic acid, alendronate sodium presents multi-level ionization for the dissociation of its four hydroxyl groups. The dissociation constants of alendronate sodium were determined in this work by studying the piecewise linear relationship between volume of titrant and pH value based on acid-base potentiometric titration reaction. The distribution curves of alendronate sodium were drawn according to the determined pKa values. There were 4 dissociation constants (pKa1=2.43, pKa2=7.55, pKa3=10.80, pKa4=11.99, respectively) of alendronate sodium, and 12 existing forms, of which 4 could be ignored, existing in different pH environments.
3.Preparation and quality evaluation of Iohexol liposomes.
Rongli ZHOU ; Xiali ZHU ; Guihua HUNG ; Na ZHANG ; Bingjie ZHANG
Journal of Biomedical Engineering 2007;24(4):918-922
The liposomes were prepared by reverse-phase evaporation technique. The morphology of the liposomes, the entrapment efficiency and the particle size distribution were evaluated. The CT signals of Iohexol liposomes in rabbits were compared with those of Iohexol injection in rabbits. The entrapment efficiency of Iohexol liposomes was 82.35% +/- 1.82%. The liposmes were spherical or ellipsoidal shape in shape. The mean diameter of the Iohexol liposomes was 207 7 nm. The polydispersity index was 0.355. The Zeta potential was--1.83 mV. The drug was highly entrapped into the liposomes with good reproduction and stability. The in vitro release of Iohexol liposomes was significantly slower than that of Iohexol,and was 98.57% at 24 h. Iohexol liposomes may reduce the dosage, prolong the effective time of the developing agent, and could reduce the side effects of Iohexol on the blood vessels and cerebral nerves.
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4.Recent study on clinical use of Ciprofloxacin and Levofloxacin in underaged patients
Xiali YAO ; Rui ZHANG ; Xuedong JIA ; Xiaojian ZHANG ; Shuzhang DU ; Zhao YIN
Chinese Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2020;35(22):1757-1760
Fluoroquinolones are widely used in clinical practice, but their clinical application in juvenile patients has been controversial.The purpose of this study was to investigate the pharmacokinetic characteristics, indications and adverse reactions of Ciprofloxacin and Levofloxacin in minors.It is shown that the two drugs are effective for infectious diseases and no serious or persistent joint or skeletal muscle injury occurs in minors using the drugs.Hence, in the absence of alternatives, the benefits of Ciprofloxacin or Levofloxacin treatment for minors may outweigh the risks.
5.Changes of epidemiological characteristics of measles in Beijing before and after supplementary immunization campaigns of measles vaccine in 2010.
Rui MA ; Li LU ; Zhujiazi ZHANG ; Luodan SUO ; Juan LI ; Meng CHEN ; Xiali YU
Chinese Journal of Preventive Medicine 2015;49(12):1036-1041
OBJECTIVETo investigate the changes of epidemiological characteristics of measles in Beijing before and after Supplementary Immunization Campaigns (SIA) (2007-2010 vs 2011-2014) of measles-containing vaccine (MCV) among children aged between 8 months and 14 years in 2010.
METHODSDescriptive epidemiological analysis was conducted on surveillance data of measles cases (clinical cases and laboratory confirmed cases), with the occurrence during 2007-2014, and of outbreaks, with the occurrence during 2009-2014, from National Notifiable Disease Reporting System. MapInfo geographic information system (Version 8.5) was used to illustrate the distribution of measles incidence by district. Annual measles incidence was classified into 5 groups at the same intervals between the upper and lower limits to analyze the morbidity of the different areas.
RESULTSIn total, 7 722 and 3 132 measles cases were reported during 2007-2010 and 2011-2014, with the annual incidence of 11.59 and 3.84 cases per 100 000 population, respectively. Comparing with the results during 2007-2010, total number of measles cases and average annual incidence during 2011-2014 were decreased by 59.4%, and 66.9%, respectively. Among measles cases during 2011-2014, percentage of cases aged 15 years or above were 57.7%(56/97), 62.0%(49/79), 65.5%(370/565), and 71.4% (1 707/2 391), respectively, which increased by years. During 2007-2010, the highest risk age for adults was 20-34, while 2011-2014, 5 years older: 25-39. During 2009-2010, 2011-2012, and 2013-2014, 50.3% (447/889), 30.3% (10/33), and 57.8% (201/348), respectively, of measles cases aged 8-17 months were unvaccinated by MCV. Percentages of measles cases aged 0-7 months, 8 months-14 years, 15-39 years and 40 years or above during 2013-2014, who visited hospitals 7-21 days before disease onset, were 59.8% (238/398), 49.3% (237/481), 32.2% (529/1641), and 37.6% (164/436), respectively. A total of 11 nosocomial measles outbreaks occurred during 2013-2014, which was much higher than that during 2009-2010 (2 nosocomial outbreaks). And universities accounted for the majority of outbreak settings of schools (3/4). All 11 outbreaks among grouped employees during 2009-2012 occurred in factories, restaurants, or large shopping centers, while the largest proportion (6/16) of that kind of outbreaks during 2013-2014 occurred in office buildings.
CONCLUSIONSSIA of MCV in 2010 effectively decreased measles transmission in Beijing. But routine immunization of MCV still needed to be improved. The issue of adult measles has been a prominent problem. Hospitals, office buildings and universities were the focus of prevention of measles transmission.
Adolescent ; Adult ; Beijing ; epidemiology ; Child ; Child, Preschool ; Cross Infection ; Disease Outbreaks ; Geographic Information Systems ; Humans ; Immunization Programs ; statistics & numerical data ; Incidence ; Infant ; Measles ; epidemiology ; Measles Vaccine ; administration & dosage ; Restaurants ; Schools ; Vaccination ; statistics & numerical data ; Young Adult
7.Gynecologic imaging reporting and data system combined with three-dimensional contrast-enhanced ultrasonography for differential diagnosis of benign and malignant ovarian masses
Xiali WANG ; Shuping YANG ; Guorong LYU ; Jianmei LIAO ; Weina ZHANG ; Shufen WU
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology 2018;34(6):888-892
Objective To evaluate the efficacy of the combination of gynecologic imaging reporting and data system (GI-RADS) uhrasonographic stratification and 3D contrast-enhanced ultrasonography (3D-CEUS) in identifying malignant lesions from benign ovarian masses.Methods Both of 2D ultrasound (2D-US) and 3D-CEUS were performed on 102 patients with ovarian masses.The perfusion characteristics of ovarian masses were observed with 3D-CEUS,and the 2D-US features of ovarian masses were analyzed based on GI-RADS.Simple and multiple Logistic regression analysis were used to investigate whether the independent risk predictors in differential diagnosis of benign and malignant ovarian could be confirmed.In addition,ROC curves were drawn.The diagnostic efficacy of GI-RADS combined with 3D-CEUS scoring system was evaluated and compared with that of only GI-RADS.Results Simple and multiple Logistic regression analysis confirmed that there were 8 independent predictors of malignant masses,including large papillary projections (≥7 mm),separated or wall thickness ≥3 mm,central blood flow,the proportion of solid part ≥50%,combination of ascites,high level enhancement,uneven distribution of contrast media in enhanced solid part and the vascular with characteristics as dense,tortuous and anfractuous.When using 4 points as the cut-off,the area under the curve (AUC) of GI-RADS combined with 3D-CEUS scoring system in identifying malignant ovarian masses was 0.969,higher than that of only GI-RADS (0.839;Z=1.64,P=0.029).Furthermore,the scoring system showed higher sensitivity,specificity,positive predictive value,negative predictive value and accuracy (all P<0.001).Conclusion The combination of GI-RADS with 3D-CEUS can be more effective to distinguish malignant lesions from benign ovarian masses.
8.Analysis of specimen adequacy of fine needle non-aspiration cytology in thyroid nodules
Pengfei LUO ; Xiali MU ; Dahai JIAO ; Dong WANG ; Peixin ZHANG ; Ling MA ; Kun WANG ; Wei MA
Chinese Journal of Endocrine Surgery 2022;16(1):70-74
Objective:To investigate the occurrence of inadequate specimens of thyroid nodule fine needle non-aspiration cytology and its possible influencing factors.Methods:Clinical data of 1571 patients with FNAC of 1638 thyroid nodules were analyzed retrospectively, according to whether the FNAC specimen were adequate or not, all cases were divided into adequate group and inadequate group. The related influencing factors on inadequate specimen were analyzed by univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression.Results:Inadequate specimens occurred in 301 of 1638 (18.4%) nodules. Logistic regression analysis showed that the influencing factors of overall specimen adequacy included operator experience ( P=0.00) , nodules size≤0.5 cm ( P=0.00) , eggshell calcification ( P=0.00) , and cystic ( P=0.00) . Excluding the impact of operator experience, the influencing factors of specimen adequacy included nodules size≤0.5 cm ( P=0.00) , eggshell calcification ( P=0.00) , and cystic ( P=0.00) . Conclusions:Operator experience, nodules size≤0.5 cm, cystic, together with eggshell calcification are influencing factors of specimen adequacy of fine needle non-aspiration cytology in thyroid nodules. For experienced operators, what restrict specimen adequacy is the limitation of FNAC technique. For inexperienced operators, what restrict specimen adequacy is operator’s experience.
9.Study on the impact of regular supervision and communication on the nursing practice environment based on employee needs
Jie DONG ; Lili YANG ; Yayan YI ; Jie YU ; Yu SHENG ; Yi PAN ; Xiali SHENG ; Qun ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Hospital Administration 2023;39(8):615-620
Objective:To analyze the impact of implementing regular supervision and communication based on employee needs in the management of head nurses on improving the nursing practice environment, for reference for improving the nursing proctice environment.Methods:In December 2020 and January 2022, convenience sampling method was used to select 5 nursing unit nurses from a hospital which implemented regular supervision and communication based on employee needs(January to December 2021) as the research subjects. The survey was conducted using the Gallup Q12 questionnaire(Q12 questionnaire), which included 12 items from 4 dimensions: basic needs, head nurse support, team cooperation, and self growth. At the same time, a focus group interview method was made to interviews 10 survey subjects regarding their regular supervision and communication experiences.Results:A total of 165 survey subjects were included in this study, including 77 before and 88 after the implementation.The average total score of the Q12 questionnaire increased from 53.75 points before implementation of supervision communication to 56.96 points after implementation, with a statistically significant difference( P<0.05). The scores of the four dimensions of basic needs, head nurse support, team collaboration, and self growth increased from 4.59 points, 4.41 points, 4.50 points, and 4.45 points before implementation to 4.84 points, 4.69 points, 4.75 points, and 4.75 points after implementation, with statistical significances( P<0.05). The interview results showed that supervisory communication can create a humanistic care atmosphere, enhance team cohesion, enhance self-efficacy, improve work efficiency, solve problems in a timely manner, and improve nursing quality. Conclusions:Implementing regular supervision and communication based on employee needs can strengthen the connection between the head nurse and nurses, and enhance nurses′ recognition of basic needs, head nurse support, teamwork, and self growth. It was conducive to creating a good nursing practice environment, meeting the emotional and growth needs of nurses, and improving their job satisfaction.
10.Preparation of Adriamycin Hydrochloride Magnetic Thermosensitive Liposome Based on TiO 2@Fe3O4 and Its Physicochemical Properties,Magnetic Effect and Photothermal Effect Study
Xiali ZHU ; Huijuan ZHANG ; Shasha WANG ; Linghua LI ; Yongyan JIA
China Pharmacy 2019;30(20):2752-2757
OBJECTIVE: To prepare Adriamycin hydrochloride (DOX) magnetic thermosensitive liposome (MTSL), investigate its physicochemical properties, magnetic effect and photothermal effect, so as to provide reference for tumor chemo- therapy and photodynamic/photothermal therapy. METHODS: Using DOX as model drug, TiO2@Fe3O4 as photosensitizers and magnetic materials, DOX-TiO2@Fe3O4-MTSL was prepared with membrane dispersion method. The morphology and dispersibility were observed; particle size and Zeta potential were detected; encapsulation efficiency of the liposome were determined by centrifugal ultrafiltration and HPLC. Its paramagnetism property was also detected by magnetometer. Compared with DOX solution, in vitro release behavior of the liposome was investigated by dialysis method, and the release curves at different temperatures (at 37, 43 ℃) were compared. The photothermal conversion effect of the liposome and the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in human breast cancer MCF-7 cells were investigated by near infrared laser irradiation at 808 nm. RESULTS: Prepared DOX-TiO2@Fe3O4-MTSL was brown-black with good water dispersion, and was spherical in shape and uniform in size under electron microscopy. Average particle size was 250.6 nm; polydispersity index was 0.107; Zeta potential was (-7.76±3.41)mV; encapsulation efficiency was (92.3±3.2)%. Under the external magnetic field, the liposome could move in a directional direction and had obvious paramagnetism. Compared with DOX solution, the liposomes released slowly and showed obvious sustained- release characteristics. Compared with at 37 ℃, the drug release of liposome speeded up significantly at 43 ℃.With the increase of laser (808 nm) irradiation time, the temperature of the liposome kept rising, which had obvious photothermal conversion effect and could induce the increase of ROS in MCF-7 cells. CONCLUSIONS: DOX-TiO2@Fe3O4-MTSL is prepared succe- ssfully, which has uniform appearance, good physical and chemical properties. It has obvious paramagnetism sustained release effect and photothermal conversion efficiency, and can promote ROS production in MCF-7 cells under near infrared laser irradiation at 808 nm.