Anthropometry ; methods ; Humans ; Sleep Apnea, Obstructive ; diagnosis

Objective To investigate the correlation between human papillomavirus(HPV) 16/18 subgroup infection and laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma(LSCC).Methods The infection of HPV16/18 in 39 laryngeal carcinoma specimens and 10 vocal cord polyp specimens were detected by in situ hybridization. Results The positive rate of HPV16/18 expression in 39 laryngeal carcinoma specimens was 48.7%(19/39). The positive rate of HPV16/18 subgroup expression in 10 vocal cord polyps was 0(0/10) . Statistical test showed that HPV16/18 subgroup infection was significantly higher in LSCC than that in vocal cord polyps. No statistically association was observed among the frequency of HPV16/18 subgroup infection and TNM stages, degree of differentiation or lymph nodes metastases. Conclusions HPV 16/18 subgroup infection is associated with he pathogenesis of LSCC.

Objective To investigate the relationship among human papillomavirus(HPV)16/18 and the expression of human telomerase reverese transcriptase(hTERT),c-myc protein in laryngeal squamous cell carcinomas and their significance.Methods The infection of HPV16/18 in 39 laryngeal carcinoma specimens and 10 vocal cord polyp specimens were detected by in situ hybridization.The expression of hTERT protein and c-myc protein in 39 laryngeal carcinoma specimens and 10 vocal cord polyp specimens were detected by immunohistochemistry.Results The positive rate of HPV16/18 infection in 39 laryngeal carcinoma specimens was 48.7%(19/39).The positive rate of HPV16/18 expression in 10 vocal cord polyps was 0(0/10).Statistical tests showed that HPV 16/18 infection was significantly higher in LSCC than that in vocal cord polyps.The positive rate of hTERT protein and c-myc protein expression in 39 laryngeal carcinoma specimens was 84.6%(33/39)and 82.1%(32/39)respectively.The positive rate of hTERT protein and c-myc protein expression in 10 vocal cord polyps was 0(0/10)and 10%(1/10)respectively.Statistical tests showed that hTERT and c-myc protein expression was significantly higher in LSCC than that in vocal cord polyps.Spearman rank correlation analysis revealed that there was significant relation among HPV16/18,hTERT and c-myc protein respectively.Conclusions The results suggest that the expression of hTERT and c-myc protein was associated significantly with the infection of HPV16/18 and they intact each other,which can influent the pathogenesis of laryngeal squamous cell carcinomas.

Objective To detect the genetic association between schizophrenia and polymorphism of Ankyrin repeat and kinase domain containing 1 ( ANKK1 ) gene. Methods Observed in a sample of 112 parent/offspring trios where the proband net the American Classification and diagnostic Criteria for Mental Disorders The Forth Revised Edition, criteria for schizophrenia using correlation analysis and haplotype relative risk analysis. The polymorphism of Ankyrin repeat and kinase domain containing 1 gene was detected with PCR methods and SNP typing in all nucleus families. Results The rs2734849 allele was connected with schizophrenia(P= 0. 026). Allele T was protective factor( Z= -2.19) and allele A was the hazard factor( Z=2. 19). The rs4938015,rs7118900 and rs1800497 allele were independence with schizophrenia. Three kinds haplotypes of G/A in the rs7118900 -rs2734849, A/C in the rs2734849 -rs1800497, G/A/C in the rs7118900 -rs2734849 -rs1800497 were associated with schizophrenia ( The P values were 0.032,0. 041,0.046, the genotype frequencies were 0. 36,0.29,0. 17 ).Conclusion It shows an association between schizophrenia and the polymorphism at nucleotide of ankyrin repeat and kinase domain containing 1 gene in Chinese.

ObjectiveTo detect the association between schizophrenia and polymorphism of phosphoserine aminotransferase 1 ( PSAT1 ) gene.MethodsThe study group included 158 patients with schizophrenia from Xi' an Mental Health Center and the control group included 316 parents.The polymorphism of rs69287125,rs137824326 of phosphoserine aminotransferase 1 gene was detected with PCR methods and SNP typing in all nucleus families by correlation analysis and haplotype relative risk analysis.ResultsThe rs69287125 allele was associated with schizophrenia (P=0.011 ),the G allele was protective factor (Z =-2.31 ) and the A allele was hazarding factor (Z =2.31 ).The rs137824326 allele was associated with schizophrenia (P=0.007 ),the G allele was protective factor ( Z =- 2.54) and the A allele was the hazarding factor( Z =2.54).The haplotypes of A/A and G/G in the rs69287125-rs137824326 were associated with schizophrenia (P =0.021,0.015,Z =2.16,- 1.85).ConclusionThe polymorphism of phosphoserine aminotransferase 1 gene is associated with schizophrenia in Chinese.

ObjectiveTo investigate the epidemic situation of brucellosis in Datong city, and to provide scientific evidence for making appropriate prevention and control measures. MethodsSurveillance data of human brucellosis in 7 countris and 4 districts in Datong city between 2006 and 2009 were collected, throng the national network straight quote system in an infectious diseases. Excel database was established and all data were statistically analyzed. Incidence of brucellosis in local population was analyzed. The regional distribution, time distribution,occupation, age and sex distribution were analyzed. Epidemic characteristics and trend of brucellosis in Datong city were summarized. Results A total of 5195 cases of brucellosis patients in Datong were found between 2006 and 2009, the average incidence rate was 57.51/10 million. All counties had the disease, and the onset of the disease mainly in the spring and summer. Most cases were young males. Farmer case was 81.67％(4243/5195) of the total patients. ConclusionsFrom 2006 to 2009, epidemic characteristic of Datong human brucellosis ishigh-low-high(incidence). We suggests the Department concerned to strengthen the prevention and control of the disease in some counties, focusing on spreading of disease prevention and control knowledge among farmers and increase their self-protection awareness.

Objective To monitor the quality changes of iodized salt and analyze its impact factor in Chongqing between 2001 and 2009. Methods Salt samples were collected according to the east, west, south,north and center locations in iodized salt production, wholesale and household sectors. Two units in iodized salt production and wholesale segment were sampled from north, south, east and west places and only 1 unit was sampled from the central place. Nine samples were collected every month in each place. If the place had less than 9 units, and then taken all the units. About resident household, 2 townships were sampled from north, south, east and west places, and 1 township was sampled from the central place, then 20 samples were collected from each township. Iodine content was detected by oxidation-reduction assay. The index of mean iodine, qualified rate from factories and wholesale, coverage rate and taking rate of qualified iodized salt in residents were calculated.Significance was analyzed by trend test, analysis of variance and X2 test. Results The qualified rate of iodized salt from the manufacturers was 92.9%(13/14) in 2001 and the rate was 100.0% each year from 2002 to 2009. The qualified rates of iodized salt from the wholesale were 88.7%(282/318) - 99.8%(431/432). The rates of 2001 and 2002 were lower than that of other years(X2 = 4.98 - 45.69, all P< 0.05 or < 0.01). The coverage rate and taking rate of qualified iodized salt in residents were 94.2% (11 154/11 841 ) - 98.9% ( 14 061/14 217), 83.5% (9 887/11 841 ) -95.8% (13 449/14 039), respectively. The rates showed an increasing tendency (F = 9.27, 26.39, all P < 0.05).The districts(counties) with qualified iodized salt consumption rate > 90% kept increasing. The mean iodine from the manufacturers and wholesale were 29.71 - 36.25, and 31.26 - 36.13 mg/kg, respectively. The iodine level showed a descending trend(F = 35.45, 140.59, all P < 0.01 ). The mean iodine level from the inhabitants were 28.84 - 30.98 mg/kg which remained stable (F = 3.05, P > 0.05 ). The iodine level from manufacturers, wholesale to inhabitants showed an descending trend(F = 38.46 - 671.23, all P < 0.01 ). Conclusions The surveillance results of iodized salt shows an increasing tendency in quality of iodized salt, eoverage rate and taking rate of qualified iodized salt. Factors that affect the quality of iodized salt is that the enterprise does not add iodine to salt strictly by the standard.

Objective To construct and express the recombinant plasmid pET32α-Sj26GST of Schistosoma japonicum(sj)in Escherichia coli(E.coli)B121(DE3).Methods The total RNA was extracted from sj adult worms by ultrasound-breaking,Sj26GST antigen gene was amplified by RT-PCR from the total RNA,then cloned into prokaryotic expression plasmid pET32α(+) and transformed into E.coli B12(DE3)to construct pET32α-Sj26GST;BL21(pET32α-Sj26GST)WaS induced with isopropyl-β-D-thiogalactopyranosid(IPTG),and the expressed products were analyzed and identified by SDS-PAGE and Western blot.Results The 676 bp Sj26GST gene was successfully amplified by RT-PCR and cloned into pET32α(+)by restriction analysis and PCR identification,the recombinant plasmid pET32α-Sj26GST was successfully constructed;the relative molecular mass of the expressed recombinant protein was approximately 49×103 by SDS-PAGE,and the amount of the expressed protein was 24%of the total bacterial proteins;the fusion protein could be recognized by sera from rabbits infected with sj by Western blot.Conclusions The recombinant plasmid pET32α-Sj26GST is successfully constructed and highly expressed in E.coli in fused form with Trx-tag and His-tag,and the expressed fusion protein shows specific antigenicity.

Objective To observe the therapeutic efficacy of ozone injection in treating lumbar disc herniation. Methods One hundred and four patients with CT or MRI proved lumbar disc herniation, including 144 diseased lumbar discs, were enrolled in this study. The main complains were severe pain or numbness in the low back and lower limbs. Under the X-ray guidance, a 21 G needle was punctured into the disc, followed by an injection of 4-40 ml ozone (50 ug/ml) and 40 mg prednisolone acetate into intradiscal and paravertebral space. Results All patients were followed up for 3 to 84 months with an average time of 38 months. The last follow-up check was carried out in March of 2009. The total effective rate was 77.1%, with no occurrence of any serious complications. Conclusion The percutaneous injection of medical ozone into disc and paravertebral space is an effective and safe method for the treatment of lumbar disc herniation.

Objective To observe the efficacy and adverse reaction of ozone therapy combined with gemcitabine and cisplatin (GP) regimen in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.Methods Fifty-five patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer were enrolled and allocated to treatment group (28 cases) and control group (27 cases).The patients in treatment group received ozone therapy combined with GP regimen,and the patients in control group received GP regimen only.The efficacy,quality of life,adverse reaction and cellular immune function after treatment was compared between two groups.Results There was no significant difference in the efficacy between two groups (P ＞ 0.05).The quality of life after treatment in treatment group was better than that in control group (P ＜ 0.05).The liver function damage in treatment group was lower than that in control group (P ＜ 0.05).The cellular immune function in treatment group was stronger than that in control group (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion Ozone therapy combined with GP regimen can effectively alleviate adverse induced by GP regimen chemotherapy and significantly improve the quality of life in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.