1.Expression of DNA methyltransferase 1 mRNA in patients of endemic arsenism and its clinical significances
Xue-li, PAN ; Ai-hua, ZHANG ; Xiao-xin, HUANG
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2010;29(1):13-17
Objective To investigate the transcription and expression of DNA methyltransferase 1 (DNMT1) mRNA in endemic arsenism patients by burning coal usage,to probe its effects on the development and carcinogenesis of arsenism. Methods In 2008,68 arsenism patients(including 24 mild cases,28 moderate cases and 16 severe cases) were selected in the areas with endemic arsenism according to Standarding of Diagnosis for Endemic Arsenism from Xingren county,Guizhou province. Among the subjects,40 cases were diagnosed by pathological methods,and they were divided into general pathological changes(20),precancerous(14) and cancerous group(6). Tweleve kilometer away from the endemic arsenism area,23 controls were selected in Daguoduo village (non-arsenism exposure). Under the principle of informed consent,blood samples were collected from individuals. The mRNA expression of DNMTI was detected by real-time quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction(FQ-PCR). At the same time,skin tissue samples were collected from the voluntary surgical treatment patients with endemic arsenism (total 61 cases,including 34 general pathological changes cases,21 precancerous cases and 6 cancerous cases) and from the control(15 cases). DNMT1 protein was detected by immunohistochemical method.Results Average level of DNMT1 mRNA were 0.221 83±0.595 09,0.246 11±0.509 79 and 0.389 27±0.411 33 respectively among mild,moderate and severe arsenism group. DNMT1 mRNA level of mild and moderate group were obviously lower than the control group(0.695 95±0.463 98,all P < 0.01). The mRNA average level of DNMT1 were 0.320 64±0.547 46,0.313 09±0.529 13 and 0.159 07±0.342 56 individually among general pathological changes,precancerous and cancerous group,which were obviously lower than the control group(0.695 95±0.463 98,all P < 0.05). The expression rates of DNMT1 protein in skin were 88.24%(30/34),100%(21/21) and 100% (6/6) among general pathological changes,precancerous and cancerous group were higher than the control group [0(0/15),all P < 0.01],and the extent of expression gradually increased with the aggravation of skin damage(r,= 0.740,P < 0.01). Conclusions DNMT1 participated in the development of the arsenism. High expression of its protein was an early event during the process of the arsenism. DNMT1 may be the new target markers for early diagnosis and treatment of arsenism.
2.Development progress and application of monoclonal antibody drugs against respiratory virus
ZHOU Jian⁃hua ; YUE Xin ; PAN Yong⁃bing
Chinese Journal of Biologicals 2023;36(1):89-97
Abstract:In recent years,the outbreak and prevalence of respiratory infectious diseases in the world seriously endanger
human health,among which the respiratory infectious diseases caused by viral infection account for a large proportion. The
use of vaccines and common antiviral drugs is an effective way to fight viral infection,but there are also problems such as lag
and drug resistance. Monoclonal antibodies against respiratory viral infections provide a new strategy for clinical
treatment. This paper reviews the development of monoclonal antibody against respiratory virus and its application in
respiratory viral infectious diseases.
Keywords:Respiratory viral infectious diseases;Respiratory syncytial virus(RSV);Influenza virus(IFV);Coronavirus
(CoV);Monoclonal antibody
4.A case of laparoscopic cystogastrostomy for pancreatic abscess.
Hua FAN ; Dong ZHANG ; Xin ZHAO ; Fei PAN ; Zhong-kui JIN
Chinese Medical Journal 2012;125(4):717-718
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5.Versatility of reverse sural fasciocutaneous flap for reconstruction of distal lower limb soft tissue defects.
Hai-Tao, PAN ; Qi-Xin, ZHENG ; Shu-Hua, YANG ; Bin, WU ; Jian-Xiang, LIU
Journal of Huazhong University of Science and Technology (Medical Sciences) 2014;34(3):382-6
In this study we present our experiences with the reverse sural fasciocutaneous flap to reconstruct the distal lower limb soft tissue defects caused by traumatic injuries. These flap graftings were carried out from Oct. 2010 to Dec. 2012 in our department. The series consisted of 36 patients, including 21 men and 15 women with an average age of 46.2 years (14-83 years) and with a medium follow-up period of 18 months (12-24 months). Of all the cases of acute trauma, there were 10 cases of trauma of distal tibia, 9 cases of trauma of perimalleolus, and 17 cases of trauma of midfoot and forefoot. Related risk factors in the patients were diabetes (2 cases), advanced age (>65 years, 3 cases) and cigarette smoking (6 cases). The reverse flow sural island flap irrigation depended on lower perforators of the peroneal artery. The fasciocutaneous pedicle was 3-4 cm in width and the anatomical structures consisted of the superficial and deep fascia, the sural nerve, short saphenous vein, superficial sural artery together with an islet of subcutaneous cellular tissue and skin. The most proximal border of the flap was only 1.5 cm away from the popliteal skin crease and the pivot point was 5-7 cm above the tip of the lateral malleolus. All the flaps survived. No arterial crisis occurred in any case. The venous congestion occurred in 2 cases and got better after raising the limbs and bloodletting. Only in an old man, 1.5 cm necrosis of distal margin of his flap occurred and finally healed after continuous dressing change. One-stage skin grafting was performed, and all the donor sites were sutured and successfully healed. It was concluded that the reverse sural fasciocutaneous flap is safe and reliable to extend to the proximal third even near the popliteal skin crease. We also concluded this flap can be safely and efficiently used to treat patients with large and far soft-tissue defects from the distal leg to the forefoot with more versatility and it is easier to reach the recipient sites.
6.Enhanced Stability of Plasmid pcDNA3.1+ within Salmonella typhimurium by Downregulation of the Ampicillin Resistance Gene Expression
Xiao-Ming ZHANG ; Xin-An JIAO ; Li-Hua TANG ; Zhi-Ming PAN ; Jin- HUANG ; Xiu-Fan LIU ;
Microbiology 1992;0(05):-
The high-copy-number plasmid pcDNA3.1+ is unstable within S almonella typhimurium. A novel plasmid pmcDNA3.1+ was constructed by removin g the promoter sequence of ampicillin resistance gene (bla gene) in plasmid pcDNA3.1+. In contrast to pcDNA3.1+, pmcDNA3.1+ was stable within Salmonel la typhimurium SL7207 in LB medium with or without ampicillin. Further experi ments showed the ?-lactamase activity of Salmonella typhimurium SL7207(pmc DNA3.1+) was apparently lowered than that of Salmonella typhimurium SL7207( pcDNA3.1+) and the high ampicillin concentration was maintained longer in LB me dium culturing Salmonella typhimurium SL7207(pmcDNA3.1+). When mice were a dministered with Salmonella typhimurium SL7207(pmcDNA3.1+) intraperitoneall y, more than 95% of Salmonella cells separated from the spleen still harbore d the plasmid pmcDNA3.1+ 7 days later; but 99% of Salmonella cells lost the plasmid pcDNA3.1+ at day 3 in mice innoculated with Salmonella typhimurium SL7207(pcDNA3.1+). By lowering the expression of bla gene, the rapid deco mposition of ampicillin in LB medium was avoided and the metabolic pressure was relieved for the host cells. This method offers a solution for the problem of t he instability of high-copy-number plasmid within Salmonella typhimurium.
7.Expression Diversity of Quorum-sensing-Related Genes in Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Yi-Min TONG ; Xin PAN ; Guang-Hua RONG ; Zhong-Tian QI ;
Microbiology 1992;0(06):-
One hundred Pseudomonas aeruginosa quorum-sensing-related genes were selected and their primers were synthesized. The fragments of specific sequences which are related QS genes were amplified by PCR. These verified sequences were inserted into the vector pMD-18T for sequencing. These DNA fragments were dotted onto glass slides to make cDNA microarray. Hybridization was performed with cy3/cy5-dCTP labeled probes. The scanning data of early stationary phase and mid-logarithmic phase indicated that 9 genes were up-regulated and 6 genes were down-regulated. Undergoing the different medicines,we took tobramycin as an example to compare the expression diversity. The results confirm that the QS cDNA chip is useful,and may contribute to better understand the mechanism of quorum-sensing,and can help us find the new targets for restraining the growth of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
8.The effects of partial body weight supported treadmill training on post-stroke depression and the recovery of neurological function
Yi SHEN ; Cui-Huan PAN ; Jun LIU ; Ai-Hua LUO ; Shu-Xiang PO ; Xin-Lu WAN ;
Chinese Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 2003;0(06):-
Objective To investigate the effects of partial body weight supported treadmill training (BW- STT) on post-stroke depression (PSD) and on patients' quality of life.Methods Sixty patients with PSD were re- cruited and divided into a training group (n=30,male 17,female 13) and a control group (n=30,male 16,fe- male 14).All patients were treated with routine internal medication and rehabilitation.The patients of the training group also received BWSTT in addition to their routine treatment.All patients' neurological impairment was evaluated using the Modified Edinburgh-Scandinavian Stroke Scale (MESSS).The Hamilton depression scale (HAMD) was used for evaluating the degree of depression.The Fugl-Meyer scale and the Barthel index were used to assess ambula- tion and balance,and facility in the activities of daily living.All patients were assessed before and after the treat- ment.Results After four weeks of treatment,depression in the training group had improved significantly more than in the control group.Conclusion BWSTT intervention is very important for patients with PSD:it can reduce the degree of depression and improve the quality of life.
9.Effect of amygdala H2S system on depression-like behavior in posttraumatic stress disorder rats
Hongxia LIU ; Hong PAN ; Hua WANG ; Shunjun JIANG ; Zhang CAO ; Wenyu XIN
Chinese Journal of Pathophysiology 2017;33(6):988-992
AIM:To explore the depression-like behavior and cystathionine β-synthase (CBS)/hydrogen sulfide (H2S) levels of amygdala in posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) rats and to study the effect of exogenous H2S on PTSD rats.METHODS:Single prolonged stress paradigm was adopted to prepare PTSD animal model.Forced swimming test and sucrose preference test were used to evaluate the depression-like behavior.The content of CBS/H2S in amygdala tissue was measured by Western blot and methylene blue method.In vivo extracellular single unit recordings was used to examine the frequency of spontaneous discharges of amygdala neurons.RESULTS:The immobility time in forced swimming test of PTSD group increased and sucrose preference in sucrose preference test of PTSD group decreased compare with normal group (P<0.01).CBS/H2S level in amygdala tissue of PTSD group decreased compared with normal group (P<0.01).The immobility time of the rats in forced swimming test of NaHS+PTSD group decreased and the sucrose prefe-rence in sucrose preference test of NaHS+PTSD group increased compare with PTSD group (P<0.01).L-cysteine increased the frequency of spontaneous discharges of amygdala neurons (P<0.01).CONCLUSION:Depression-like behavior is aggravated in PTSD model rats owing to the inhibition of CBS/H2S content in amygdala tissue.The mechanism of behavior-improving effect of H2S on PTSD model rats is possibly related to excitating amygdala neurons and increasing the frequency of spontaneous discharges.
10.Influencing factors for suicidal behavior in bipolar disorder inpatients
Qian WANG ; Zhenyu LIU ; Qi GAO ; Hua FAN ; Weigang PAN ; Xin MA
Chinese Journal of Health Management 2017;11(4):333-337
Objective To compare various risk factors of bipolar disorders with and without suicidal behavior. Methods A total of 5452 inpatients were divided into 2 groups; with (n=1739)and without (n=3713) suicidal behavior within 1 week. Socio-demographic and clinical data were compared between two groups. Multiple logistic regression models were used to assess risk factors of bipolar disorders with suicidal behavior. Results Compared to without suicidal behavior group, the suicidal behavior group had significantly higher rate of the following characteristics:older age [34.8±13.6 vs. 33.3±12.8, t=-3.46, P<0.01], female (58.3%vs. 52.7%,χ2=14.83, P<0.01), history of mental trauma (10.6%vs.7.8%,χ2=10.72, P<0.01), history of suicide (4.1%vs. 0.1%,χ2=140.11, P<0.01), family history of suicide (6.7%vs. 3.9%,χ2=20.22, P<0.01), family history of mental illness (33.8%vs. 29.6%,χ2=9.33, P<0.01) and history of suicide (4.1% vs. 0.1%, χ2=140.11, P<0.01). Logistic regression analysis showed that female (OR: 1.192, 95%CI:1.043-1.363), older age (OR: 1.008, 95%CI: 1.003-1.013), history of mental trauma (OR: 1.355, 95%CI:1.083-1.696), history of suicide (OR:39.139, 95%CI:12.230-125.256) and family history of suicide (OR:1.648, 95%CI: 1.223-2.221) were significantly correlated with suicidal behavior in bipolar disorders. Conclusions The study indicates that female, older age, history of mental trauma, history of suicide and family history of suicide may be the key independent risk factors to suicidal behavior in bipolar disorders.