1.Influence of vagus nerve stimulation upon glutamate receptor and GABA_A receptor in nucleus tract solitary of the kainate induced epileptic rat
Chinese Journal of Neurology 2000;0(04):-
Objective To clarify the influence of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) upon glutamate receptor (GluR) and GABA A receptor positive structures in the nucleus tract solitary (NTS) of the kainate (KA) induced epileptic rat. Methods All rats were divided into KA group, vagus nerve stimulation+KA group and the control group. The sections of the caudel medullary oblongata from each rat of every group were collected into 5 sets. The first and second sets of the sections were used to process for immunohistochemical staining by using specific rabbit and mouse antibodies against GluR5 and GABA AR and to observe the changes of GluR5 and GABA AR positive structures in the NTS. The third to fifth sets of the sections were used for control tests and Nissl′s staining. Results (1) In control group, medium density of GluR5 like immunoreactive (GluR5 LI) and GABA A receptor ? chain (GABA AR?) LI neuronal cell bodies, fibers and terminals were observed in the NTS; (2) In KA group, the density of GluR5 LI positive structures were increased, while the density of GABA AR? LI positive structures were decreased; (3) In VNS+KA group, the changes were contrary to the KA group, showing, the density of GluR5 LI positive structures were decreased, and the density of GABA AR? LI positive structures increased. Conclusion Glutamate and GABA A receptors in NTS might play important roles in KA induced epilepsy and in anti epileptic effects of VNS.
3.Influence of Xiyanping injections therapy on inflammation factors and lung function of old patients with acute exacerbation chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Xin ZHANG ; Yan WANG ; Aixiang GUO
Clinical Medicine of China 2014;30(9):932-935
Objective To investigate the influence of Xiyanping injections therapy on inflammation factors and lung function for old patients with acute exacerbation chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD).Methods Ninety-two patients with AECOPD were randomly divided into the control group (n =46) and observation group(n =46).Patients in control group were given conventional treatment,in observation group were given XiYanPing injections for 2 weeks treatment on the basis of treatment of control group.The C-reactive protein(CRP),blood sedimentation rate (ESR),interleukin 10 (IL-10),1 s forced expiratory volume (FEV1),forced vital capacity (FVC),FEV1/FVC change and clinical effect of the two groups were recorded.Results There was no statistically significant difference in terms of CRP,ESR and IL-10 between the two groups before treatment (P > 0.05).After treatment,CRP and ESR in control group were reduced from (35.6 ±9.8) mg/L and (56.2 ± 16.4) mm/h to (14.2 ± 8.1) mg/L and (22.4 ± 11.6) mm/1 h and the difference was significant (t =-14.515,-12.008;P < 0.05),while in observation group decreased from (36.4 ± 8.2) mg/L,(54.6 ± 15.4) to (8.2 ± 6.2) mg/L,(16.8 ± 9.6) mm/h and the difference was significant (t =-18.468,-15.249;P < 0.05).Meanwhile,the level of IL-10 in the two groups significantly increased and the observation group showed more.IL-10 in control group increased from (168.8 ± 62.4) ng/L to (212.4 ± 85.6) ng/L and the difference was significant(t =5.468,P < 0.05),and in observation group increased from (172.8 ± 65.1) ng/L to (266.4 ± 92.6) ng/L and the difference was significant (t =6.368,P < 0.05).The FEV1 and FVC were markedly increased after treatment and the observation group showed increase more.FEV1and FVC in control group were increased from (1.41 ±0.15) L and (2.62 ±0.88) L to (1.62 ± 0.18) L and (2.89 ± 0.92) L,and the differences were significant (t =2.186,2.415 ; P < 0.05).While in observation group,FEV1 and FVC were increased from (1.42 ± 0.16) L and (2.59 ± 0.84) L to (1.84 ±0.21) L and (3.12 ± 0.94) L,and the differences were significant (t =4.366,4.585 ; P < 0.05).Total efficacy of observation group was 91.3% (42/46),obviously higher than that of control group(78.3% (36/46) ; x2 =4.658 ;P < 0.05).Conclusion Xiyanping injections can reduce the inflammatory response in patients with AECOPD,improve lung function and the effect of treatment.
4.Application of trans-theoretical model of behavior in ambulation training of stroke hemiplegic patients
Yan ZHANG ; Jianping CHEN ; Xin JIANG
Modern Clinical Nursing 2015;(7):53-57
Objective To study the effect of trans-theoretical model of behavior on ambulation training in stroke hemiplegic patients. Methods Sixty hospitalized stroke hemiplegic patients from June to December 2013 were selected as control group. The control group was treated with routine nursing and ambulation training guidance. Sixty-two hospitalized stroke hemiplegia patients, from January 2014 to June 2014, were selected as intervention group. Patients in the intervention group received trans-theoretical model of behavior together with ambulation training guidance for 3 weeks and follow-up record for 6 months. Holden functional ambulation categories ( FAC ) and Bathel index were used to evaluate the effect of ambulation training . Result Trans-theoretical model of behavior training improved the walking function and activities of daily living in intervention group patients , compared with those of the control group. Conclusions Taking trans-theoretical model of behavior in walking training health education can improve the ambulation ability and ability of daily living of stroke hemiplegic patients. Therefore this theory can enhance the stroke hemiplegic patients′life quality.
5.Nosocomial Infection among Patients with Hematological Malignancies: A Retrospective Analysis
Limei AI ; Xin ZHANG ; Man YAN
Chinese Journal of Nosocomiology 2004;0(10):-
OBJECTIVE To prevent and control nosocomial infection(NI) among patients with hematological malignancies,and make clinical investigation.METHODS The random medical records of patients suffering from hematological malignancies in our hospital were analyzed retrospectively.RESULTS NI rate was 51.11%,in which the main infection site first was respiratory tract,next oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract.Gram-negative bacteria and fungi were the most common pathogens.CONCLUSIONS Patients with hematological malignancies are susceptible to NI,and they should be treated properly so as to prevent from infection effectively.
6.Expression of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor and Soluble Vascular Cell Adhesion Molecule-1 in Children with Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
yan-ping, ZHANG ; tai-xin, SHI
Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics 2004;0(09):-
Objective To study the expression and clinical significance of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF)and soluble vascular cell adhesion molecule-1(sVCAM-1)in children with Henoch-Schonlein purpura(HSP).Methods The levels of plasma VEGF and sVCAM-1 were measured in 58 children with HSP and 23 normal children by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA),respectively.Results The plasma levels of VEGF and sVCAM-1 of HSP children at acute stage were significantely higher than those of HSP children at the remission stage and those of the controls(Pa
7.Thought imprinting analytic comprehensive therapy in a lowered resistance state
Yan MIN ; Xin ZHANG ; Yan MEI ; Weidong WANG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2011;33(3):217-219
Based on previous therapeutic experience, we introduce one specific technique of analytic comprehensive therapy in a lowered resistance state, belonging to the systematic psychotherapy of SPT. Analytic comprehensive therapy in a lowered resistance state is a specific and practical technique of SPT, which has been gradually standardized and matured with more than two decades of practice and improvement.
8.Systematic psychotherapy of TCM will-powered technique in the lower resistant state
Xueyu Lü ; Yan MEI ; Xin ZHANG ; Yan MIN ; Weidong WANG
International Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2011;33(5):425-428
Will-powered technique training in the lower resistant state is an important therapy method of TCM psychology. The therapy refers to five aspects of improving cognitive and emotional function by using TIP technique, making imaginary training in the lowered resistant state, strengthening will-power training with situation and image technique, adopting information module imprinted technique and developing training technique. The content includes cultivating abilities in independence, resolution, firmness, and self-control. The technique has application value in clinic.
9.Protective effect of all-trans retinoic acid on injury of human immortalized hepatocytes induced by sodium arsenite
Hui-xin, SUN ; Xin-xin, HU ; Wei, ZHANG ; Yan-hui, GAO ; Dian-jun, SUN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2012;31(3):263-266
ObjectiveTo investigate the protective effect of all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) on injury of human immortalized hepatocytes (HHL-5 cells ) induced by sodium arsenite and possible mechanisms.Methods After cultured for 48 h,HHL-5 cells were divided into four groups:normal group,ATRA group,sodium arsenite group and ATRA + sodium arsenite group.HHL-5 cell viability was tested by using cell proliferation experiment (WST).Superoxide dismutase(SOD),glutathione peroxidase(GSH-Px) activity,malondialdehyde(MDA) content,and aspartate aminottransferase (AST) activity in each group were determined by biochemical method.The microstructure of HHL-5 cells in each group was observed under transmission electron microscopy.ResultsHHL-5 cell viability(0.57 ± 0.02) of sodium arsenite group was compared with that of normal group(0.70 ± 0.01 ),the difference was statistically significant(P < 0.05).Levels of SOD,GSH-Px,MDA and AST[ (153.84 ± 2.35),(0.08 ±0.02)U/mg Prot,(4.15 ± 0.50)nmol/mg Prot,(265.43 ± 4.62) × 103 U/L] of sodium arsenite group were compared with that of normal group[(237.41 ± 18.30),(0.93 ± 0.02)U/mg Prot,(2.26 ± 0.40)nmol/mg Prot,(177 ± 9.85) ×103 U/L],and the difference was statistically significant (all P < 0.05).HHL-5 cell viability (0.65 ± 0.04) of ATRA + sodium arsenite group was compared with that of sodium arsenite group, and the difference was statistically significant (P < 0.05).Levels of SOD,GSH-Px,MDA and AST[ (286.85 ± 3.39),(0.56 ± 0.09)U/mg Prot,(3.36 ± 0.37)nmol/mg Prot, (220.02 ± 1.07) × 103 U/L] of ATRA+ sodium arsenite group were compared with that of sodium arsenite group,the difference was statistically significant(all P < 0.05).Compared with normal group and ATRA group,the surface microvilli of HHL-5 cells of sodium arsenite group decreased,double-membrane structure was unclear,vacuolar degeneration was seen in the cytoplasm,and glycogen was aggregated.The damage level of ATRA + sodium arsenite group was decreased.ConclusionsATRA plays a protective role through increasing intracellular antioxidant enzyme activity of HHL-5 cells,removal or reduction of oxygen free radicals produced by sodium arsenite.
10.Effects of sodium arsenite on mRNA transcription of keratinizing related and nuclear factor E2-related factor 2 genes in HaCaT cells
Xin-xin, HU ; Yan-hui, GAO ; Wei, ZHANG ; Hui-xin, SUN ; Dian-jun, SUN
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2012;31(4):365-368
Objective To observe the influences of different doses of sodium arsenite on mRNA transcription of keratinizing related and nuclear factor E2-related factor 2(Nrf2) genes in HaCaT cells.Methods Cell proliferation was evaluated by Cell Counting Kit-8(CCK-8) assay after the HaCaT cells were exposed to 0.00,3.13,6.25,12.50,25.00,50.00,75.00,100.00 μ mol/L sodium arsenite for 48 h,respectively.Based on the previous results of cell proliferation,0.00(control),6.25,12.50,and 25.00 μmol/L of sodium arsenite were selected to treat HaCaT cells for 48 h,respectively.The mRNA expression of keratin 1,keratin 10,involucrin,loricrin and Nrf2 were detected by real-time fluorescent quantitative PCR.ResultsCompared with the control group (100.05%),HaCaT cell proliferation rates(83.06%,51.04%,39.52%,24.51%,16.99% and 9.04%) were significantly lower in 6.25,12.50,25.00,50.00,75.00 and 100.00 μ mol/L of sodium arsenite groups and the 50% inhibiting concentration was 12.38 μmol/L.Compared with the control group( 1.06 ± 0.28,1.00 ± 0.12,1.00 ± 0.08),the mRNA expression of keratin 1,involucrin and loricrin (0.08 ± 0.04,0.13 ± 0.12,0.05 ± 0.03;0.47 ± 0.11,0.21 ± 0.09,0.10 ± 0.15; 0.50 ± 0.27,0.31 ± 0.10,0.57 ± 0.23) were significantly decreased(all P < 0.05) in HaCaT cells treated with 6.25,12.50,25.00 μmol/L sodium arsenite,respectively.But keratin 10 mRNA expression showed a rise trend and the 6.25 μmoL/L sodium arsenite group (1.83 ± 0.45) was significantly higher than that of the control( 1.07 ± 0.14,P < 0.05 ).The Nrf2 mRNA expressions of HaCaT cells in 12.50,25.00 μmol/L sodium arsenite groups(0.13 ± 0.07,0.69 ± 0.33) were significantly lower than that of the control ( 1.00 ± 0.09,all P < 0.05 ).ConclusionsThe cellular proliferation and keratinization are decreased when HaCaT cells are exposed to sodium arsenite,which may be regulated by lowering Nrf2 mRNA transcription.