Objective: To investigate the tendency and correlation between connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) and low density lipoprotein receptor-related protein (LRP) in human pulmonary fibroblasts-1 (HPF-1) induced by transforming growth factor beta1 (TGF-?_1) at different times. Methods: After the HPF-1 cells were stimulated with TGF-?_1 (5 ?g/L) at different times (0 h, 3 h,6 h,12 h and 24 h),CTGF and LRP mRNA expressions were analyzed by RT-PCR. The same preparation steps of cell culture were repeated, then, the protein expressions were determined by Western Blot, co-immunoprecipitation Western Blot and immunocytochemistry. Results: The expressions of CTGF and LRP mRNA had similar tendency, and LRP (224.87?7.00) correlated with CTGF (131.53?2.86) positively (r= 0.8402, P

UV second derivative spectrophotometry was used for the analysis of compounded Chinese medicinal prescription in order to eliminate interference from prescription base. Amplitude D and △A were taken as the quantitative informatious. Synthetic decanoyl acetaldehyde in compounded Chinese medicinal prescription were determined by two methods. The Correlation coefficicnts of the standard curve were found to be 0.9994 and 0.9996,the mean recovery to be 98.10% and 96 31%.

Objective To evaluate the usefulness of MR cisternography in epidermoids of the cerebellopontine angle (C-P angle).Methods The findings of MR cisternography of epidermoids of the C-P angle in 19 cases confirmed by surgery were analysed retrospectirey.The signal intensity of tumors,the effect on nerves and vessels by tumor were evaluated.Results MR cisternography depicted tumors as slight-medium hypointense (n=19) to CSF. 84% of patients had involvement of the trigeminal nerves (n=16); 42% of patients had involvement of the facial nerve and the acoustic nerve (n=8); 26% of patients had involvement of the internal carotid artery (n=5); 21% of patients had involvement of the vertebral-base artery (n=4). Conclusion MR cisternography contributes to show the anatomic details of the C-P angle and clearly depicte the relationship between tumors and nerves as well as vessels. Thus it can provide useful informations for the presurgical planning and approach of C-P angle epidermoids.

ve To evaluate the performance of the target controlled infusion (TCI) system of midazolam for sedation during operation in terms of safety and ease of use in the elderly and the young. Methods Forty-four unpremedicated ASA I - II patients scheduled for elective surgery under epidural or combined spinal-epidural (CSE) anesthesia were included in this study. The patients were divided into two age groups: the elderly group aged 61-82 yr ( n = 22) and the young group aged 19-43 yr (n = 22) . Patients with neurological or severe cardiopulmonary diseases or abnormal liver or kidney function were excluded. The block height was maintained below T4. The TCI system consisted of Intel Pentium III 450 MHz computer and Graseby 3500 computerized infusion pump. The software we used was Stelpump Version 1.05 written by Pina and Coetzee and the pharmacokinetic model and parameter were described by Arram and Buhrer. The effect site concentration of midazolam was targeted and started from 50ng?ml-1, then increased in increment of 50 ng?ml-1 (in the young group) or 25ng?ml-1 (in the elderly group) until the patient did not respond to light shaking (defined as unconsciousness) . Each incremental increase was maintained for 15 min. Arterial blood samples were taken in ten patients randomly selected from each group at 10 and 15min after each incremental increase of midazolam concentration for determination of plasma midazolam concentration by high performance liquid chromatography ( HPLC) .Results The bias (median performance error) of the TCI system of midazolam was 7.9% in the elderly group and 11.6% in young groups. The precision (median absolute performance error) was 20.0% in both groups. They were clinically acceptable. Conclusions The TCI system of midzolam can provided sedation for patients undergoing surgery under spinal and/or epidural anesthesia safely and efficiently in both the old and young.

Objective To assess the changes in heart rate variability (HRV) during midazolam sedation with TCI in the elderly and young patients. Methods Thirty-eight ASA I - Ⅱ patients scheduled for elective surgery on lower abdomen or lower extremities under epidural or combined epidural-spinal anesthesia were divided into two groups of 19 patients each: the young group (18-40 yr) and the elderly group (60-89 yr). Radial artery was cannulated for intra-arterial pressure monitoring and blood sampling. HRV was monitored by HXD-1 monitoring system. HRV parameters included total power (TP), low frequency(LF), high frequency(HF), LF/HF, nuLF(LF/TP ?100%) and NuHF(HF/TP ? 100%) . The height of block was maintained below T5. TCI was used to achieve a rapid induction and maintenance of a stable target blood midazolam concentration. Target blood midazolam concentration was started from 50 ng/ml and gradually increased with increment of 25 ng/ml in elderly group or 50ng/ml in the young group until loss of consciousness (OAA/S =1). Arterial blood samples were taken at each target blood midazolam concentration for determination of blood midazolam concentration. HRV parameters were recorded at different OAA/S scores during both the induction of and recovery from sedation. Results With increasing depth of sedation, most of the HRV parameters (LF, nuLF, LF/HF and TP) decreased progressively, while nuHF increased and HF remained unchanged. During recovery from midazolam-induced sedation, HRV parameters returned gradually to the baseline values. OAA/S scores and HRV parameters were well correlated(r = 0.502-0.719). The trend of changes in HRV was consistent in both groups. At the same OAA/S score, most values of HRV parameters were not significantly different between the two groups. Only during deep sedation (OAA/S=1), values of all HRV parameters were significantly lower in the elderly group than those in the young group, except LF/HF. Conclusions During profound sedation (OAA/S=1) midazolam depresses the activity of the autonomic nervous system more markedly in the elderly than in the young, but the elderly without cardiovascular and autonomic nervous system disorders has the same ability to keep the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system as theyoung.

Objective To study the morphological changes, human bitemarks were made on the living and dead canine skin. Method The changing patterns of the human bitemarks were recorded with morphological parameters measured. The relationships among the patterns of the bitemark, tooth area, time, ocdusal force, tooth width and thickness were analyzed by multiple progressive regression. Results The multiple progressive regression equations of the morphological changes of human bitemark were established: S=-6.96-1.68?10 2T-0.11F +2.21W+3.75H(Live dog test,T

Objective Digital analysis of human bitemarks by blind method was assessed for its accura-cy. Method Digital analysis was used in double-blind method for identification of human bitemarks with control samples from 8 suspects. Photoshop 5.5 generates an overlay from bitemarks scanned and various coefficients were submitted for analysis by AutoCAD R14 engineering software to compare bitemarks with denture of suspects. Results Digital analysis shows that bitemarks tally with cast of denture from "suspects" in every coefficient. Conclusion Digital analysis is feasible for identification of experimental bitemarks and promises sound prospects in future forensic practice.

Objective To investigate the effect of operation timing on patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis underwent valve replacement during perioperative period.Methods Retrospective analysis were performed on 122 cases diagnosed as rheumatic mitral stenosis (mitral stenosis,MS) underwent valve replacement,during January 2012 through December 2013 in the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery,General Hospital of Shenyang military region.According to the mitral valve area (mitral valve area,MVA) measured by echocardiography before operation,patients were respectively divided into three groups,mild stenosis (＞ 1.5 cm2),moderate stenosis (1.0 ～ 1.5 cm2),and severe stenosis (＜ 1.0 cm2).Through the single factor and multi-factor logistic regression analysis on all clinical data collected from patients,the effects of operation timing on patients were confirmed in perioperative period in each group.Results The results were satisfied in the group.Heart function was significantly raised compared to that before surgery,and the life quality of the patients was improved.Two cases died during hospitalization,New York Heart Association Functional Class (NYHA) reached between Ⅰ ～ Ⅱ,Ⅱ,perhaps Ⅰ for survival.Single factor analysis showed that the pulmonary arterial systolic pressure (pulmonary arterial systolic pressure,PASP),left ventricular end diastolic volume,mitral valve area,cardiothoracic ratio,intensive care unit (ICU) staying,ventilator-assistant during hospitalization were influence factors on surgical opportunity of patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis and perioperative outcomes.Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that pulmonary artery pressure and mitral valve orifice area were the independent influence factors on surgical timing by collecting perioperative outcomes in the groups.Conclusions Mitral valve replacement (mitral valve replacement,MVR) is an effective method in the treatment of rheumatic mitral stenosis.Timely operation can improve the prognosis of patients in the perioperative period,and help to improve the quality of life.Early treatment should be an important factor affecting the perioperative prognosis.Timely operation,early treatment may improve the patient's survival during perioperative period.

Objective To evaluate the causes,treatment,and prevention of left ventricular rupture after mitral valvereplacement.Methods From May 1981 to November 2010,11 cases occurred in 4 male and 7 female patients aged 28 - 71 years old.There were 2 cases of New York Heart Association (NYHA) functional class Ⅱ and 9 cases of class Ⅲ.Echocardiography showed that the left ventricular end diastolic internal diameter (LVEDI) was 32 -62 mm.Results Rupture probably occurs after endocardial damage to a thin myocardium that has lost the internal buttress of the subvalvar apparatus.With the rise in intraventricular pressure at the end of bypass blood dissects into the myocardium,resulting in a large haematoma and eventual rupture.According to the onset of ruptures,there were 4 cases of delayed rupture which occured at several hours till days post operation after the patients had been back in the ICU,and 7 cases of early ruptur,which occured at the early stage of surgery,while the patient was still in the operation room.There were no cases of ruptures.The types of the ruptures were identified by operation or necropsy as 5 cases of type Ⅰ,4 cases of type Ⅱ,and 2 cases of type Ⅲ.Four patients were saved after emergency treatment,and 7 died.Conclusion It is difficult to repair left ventricle rupture,but effective prevention for onset can decrease its occurrence.The risk factors for left ventricular ruptures are female,advanced age,pathological changes characterized by mitral stenosis,small left ventricle (LVEDD ＜ 35 mm),and low weight( ＜50 kg ).The following actions raise the risk of let ventricular rupture.Isolated replacement of the mitral valve than after double valve replacement or mitral valve replacement and coronary artery bypass graft; aggressive removal of calcification at the mitral valve; undue selection and replacement of mitral valve prostheses; large size of prosthetic valve with a high bioprosthetic angle in particular; deep sutures at the valve ring; aggressive traction or removal of papillary muscle,hematoma,and heart move.Also we should continue correcting unstable hemodynamic especially with very high blood pressure.Once left ventricular rupture occurs,extracorporeal circulation should be established as soon as possible,and direet suture or intracardiac and extracardiac repair suited to actual conditions are reliable ways to save the patient's life.

Objective:This study aimed to detect the expression of annexin A1 in human non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and to explore its clinical significance. Methods:We detected the expression levels of annexin A1 in NSCLC and the same patient's dis-tal cancerous tissue (from the edge of the tumor >5 cm) by real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction (real-time PCR), Western blot, and immunohistochemical methods, and then analyzed their correlation with clinical pathological parameters. Re-sults: Real-time PCR showed that the expression of annexin A1 mRNA in NSCLC was higher than that of distal cancerous tissue (0.574±1.403 vs. 0.240±0.893, t=2.060, P=0.045). Moreover, the expression of annexin A1 in NSCLC was associated with the degree of differentiation, lymph node metastasis, and TNM staging (P<0.05), but independent of gender, age, smoking history, tumor size, and histological type (P>0.05). Western blot and immunohistochemistry revealed that the expression of annexin A1 protein in NSCLC was higher than that of distal cancerous tissue. Conclusion:Annexin A1 is highly expressed in the cancer tissues of patients with NSCLC, which may be correlated with the occurrence and development of tumor and its invasion and metastasis.