1.Role of expression of protein kinase C in spinal dorsal horn in metabotropic glutamate receptor 5's participation in development of morphine tolerance in rats
Moxi CHEN ; Tao XU ; Wei JIANG
Chinese Journal of Anesthesiology 2010;30(9):1048-1050
Objective To evaluate the role of the expression of protein kinase Cγ and Cα in spinal dorsal horn in the metabotropic glutamate receptor subtype 5 (mGluR5)'s participation in the development of morphine tolerance in rats. Methods Thirty-two male SD rats in which the intrathecal (IT) catheter was successfully placed were randomly divided into 4 groups (n = 8 each): control group (group C), morphine tolerance group (group M), antisense oligodeoxynucleotide (ODN) plus morphine group (group ANT) and mismatch ODN plus morphine group (group MIS). Rats in group M received 0.9% normal saline (NS) 5 μl twice a day for 8 days, and IT morphine 15 μg was injected simultaneously at 6, 7 and 8 days twice a day. Rats in group ANT and MIS received IT antisense and mismatch ODN 30 nmol (in 0.9% NS 5 μl) twice a day for 8 days respectively and IT morphine 15 μg was injected simultaneously at 6, 7 and 8 days twice a day. Rats in group C received NS instead twice a day for 8 days. Paw-withdrawl threshold (PWT) to thermal and mechanical stimulation was measured at 6, 7 and 8 days after ODN injection (T1-3). The animals were killed on 9th day (T4) and the lumbar segment of the spinal cord was removed for determination of the expression of mGluR5, PKCα and PKCγ mRNA (by RT-PCR), PKCαand PKCγ ( by Western blot). Results PWT to thermal and mechanical stimulation was significantly higher at T1.2in group M and MIS and at T1.3 in group ANT, the expression of mGluR5 mRNA, PKCα and PKCγ was significantly higher at T4 in group M and MIS, and mGluR5 mRNA expression was significantly lower at T4 in group ANT than in group C ( P < 0.05). PWT to thermal and mechanical stimulation was significantly higher at T2.3, while the expression of mGluR5 mRNA, PKCα and PKCγ lower at T4 in group ANT than in group M ( P < 0.05). Conclusion The expression of protein kinase C in spinal dorsal horn plays an important role in the mGluR5's participation in the development of morphine tolerance in rats.
2.The recent effect of ovary dislocation on ovary function during the operation of cervical squamous carcinoma
Tian-Cheng WANG ; Jing XU ; Tao CHEN ;
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy 2006;0(09):-
Objective To study the recent effect of ovary dislocation during the operation of cervical squa- mous carcinoma with stageⅠon ovary function.Methods 12 cases with cervical squamous carcinoma of stageⅠwere treated with surgery.During the operation bilateral ovaries with blood vessels were dislocated the abdominal cavity over the umbilical line through postperitoneum and fixed on the postperitoneum.12 cases were hysterec- tomized simply as the control.The change of ovary function was observed in one year after the operation.Results The levels of FSH and E_2 were decreased in the dislocating group(P
3.Mechanisms of HIV envelope-induced T lymphocyte apoptosis
Virologica Sinica 2010;25(5):307-315
Infection by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is characterized by a progressive depletion of CD4 T lymphocytes, which leads to dysfunction of the immune system. Although a variety of mechanisms may contribute to the gradual T cell decline that occurs in HIV-infected patients, abnormal apoptosis of infected or bystander T lymphocytes is an important event leading to immunodeficiency. The HIV envelope glycoprotein plays a crucial role in HIV associated apoptosis through both death receptor-mediated and mitochondria-dependent pathways. This review summarizes current knowledge of Env-mediated T lymphocyte apoptosis.
4.Effect of hyperglycemia on ischemia/reperfusion-induced ventricular arrythmia in isolated diabetic rat hearts
Tao LIU ; Libing CHEN ; Meiying XU
Chinese Journal of Anesthesiology 1996;0(09):-
Objective There is still controversy over the effect of hyperglycemia on the tolerance of heart to ischemia/reperfusion(I/R)injury in patients with diabetes mellitus. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of hyperglycemia on I/R-induced ventricular arrythmia in isolated diabetic rat hearts. Methods Twenty-four healthy male SD rats weighing 210-250g were randomly divided into two groups: control group(C, n=10) and diabetes mellitus group(DM, n=14). Diabetes mellitus was induced by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin 60 mg?kg~(-1). Blood glucose was measured 72h later and every week thereafter. Diabetes mellitus was defined as persistent hyperglycemia(blood glucose≥16.7 mmol/L after meal). The diabeticrats received no insulin. The rats were anesthetized with pentobarbital 60mg?kg~(-1). The hearts were immediately removed and perfused with oxygenated(95% O_2, 5% CO_2)Krebs-Henseleit buffer(KHB)in a Langendorff apparatus at a constant perfusion pressure of 80 mm Hg. The 14 diabetic rats were further divided randomly into 2 subgroups: (1)DM+KHB (n=7) and (2) DM+GLU(n=7) in which glucose 3.6 g was added to KHB 1000ml. After 20 min equilibration all hearts were subjected to 30 min global ischemia followed by 40 min reperfusion. Epicardial electrocardiogram was monitored. The incidence of ventricular tachycardia(VT) and ventricular fibrillation(VF) and their duration were measured. The severity of arrhythmia was quantified by arrythmia score(AS). Coronary outflow was collected for determination of creatine kinase(CK) release. Results The incidence of ischemia-induced arrythmia was significantly lowered in diabetic hearts. The incidence of VT was 14.3% and VF 28.6% in DM+KHB subgroup as compared to 60%(VT) and 100%(VF) in the control group. The CK release was significantly lower in diabetes group(DM) than in control group(C); furthermore the CK release in DM=KHB subgroup was lower than that in DM=GLU subgroup. Conclusion Diabetic rat hearts are less susceptible to I/R induced arrythmia. Hyperglycemic perfusion reduces to some extent the increased tolerance to I/R injury in diabetic rat hearts as shown by increased CK release in DM+GLU subgroup but hyperglycemic perfusion has anti-arrhythmic action as shown by 0% incidence of VT and VF in DM+GLU subgroup.
5.Analysis of 47 cases of rush pneumoconiosis
Tao XU ; Jianying ZHOU ; Mingxing CHEN
Chinese Journal of Practical Internal Medicine 2001;0(09):-
Objective To improve the identification of rush pneumoconiosis.Methods To analyze 47 cases of rush pneumoconiosis treated in our hospital from 2003 May to 2008 December.Results The male occupied 74% of 47 patients.The average age of onset was 34.2 ranging from 26.1 to 42.3.78.7% patiets presented with cough,sputum production,chest pain and dyspnea.4.2% patiets had PaO2 45 mmHg.85.1% patients' chest X-ray and CT images showed nodule shadows,interstitial fibrosis and ground glass attenuation.42.6% patients had restrictive ventilation disorders,2.1% obstrutive ventilation disorders 4.2% mixed ventilation disorders,and 74.5% decreased diffusing capacities.Through fiberoptic bronchoscopy,carbon sediment were seen on the 10% patients' bronchial walls,and bronchial lumen were distorted and stiff.Chronic inflammaion increased,macrophages and fibre tissues,and 21.2% dust cells were seen in pathology.All patients were treated according to their clinic symptoms.Conclusion Rush-mat dust was the main cause of rush pneumoconiosis,there were no special ways to cure this disease,prevention was the key to eliminate rush pneumoconiosis.
6.Effects of simulated air diving on oxygen free radicals in rat splenic tissue.
Wei-Gang XU ; Heng-Yi TAO ; Shi-Ming CHEN
Chinese Journal of Applied Physiology 2006;22(2):194-224
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7.Single-cage interbody fusion combined with single-side pedicle screw fixation for single-side lumbar disc herniation
Jifeng CHEN ; Weibin SHENG ; Bo HUANG ; Bo HE ; Tao XU
Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research 2013;(43):7552-7558
BACKGROUND:As for patients with one-side backleg pain who were candidates for surgery treatment of lumbar intervertebral disc herniation, the common treatment includes lumbar vertebral plate opening and decompression, and laminectomy in combination with compression and bilateral pedicle screw fixation. However, these therapeutic approaches are not satisfactory. OBJECTIVE:To explore the feasibility and efficiency of single-side lumbar interbody fusion and unilateral pedicle screw fixation for treatment of lumbar intervertebral disc herniation patients with one-side backleg pain. METHODS:Forty patients with single-side lumbar disc herniation, suffering from unilateral backleg pain, were recruited from Shihezi People’s Hospital, China and were treated with single-side lumbar interbody fusion and unilateral pedicle screw internal fixation. The neurological function of patients was assayed using Japanese Orthopaedic Association score system before and after treatment, the improvement rate and excellent/good rate were calculated. Suk criterion was used to determine fusion status. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:The mean fol ow-up period for 40 patients was ranging from 6 months to 60 months. Al incisions healed wel , with no infection. The Japanese Orthopaedic Association score after 6 months of treatment was significantly higher than that before treatment (P<0.05), with the excellent and good rate up to 88%. According to Suk criterion, 38 patients achieved bone graft fusion or possible fusion, with interbody fusion rate 95%, as revealed by radiographic and CT evidence. The remaining two patients were detected fusion at 9 months after treatment. Our findings indicate that, single-cage lumbar interbody fusion combined with single-side pedicle screw fixation is the feasible surgical technique and provides satisfactory effects in treating single-side lumbar disc herniation.
8.The application of scissors knife in difficult endoscopic submucosal dissection
Geng CHEN ; Hong XU ; Tongyu TANG ; Ke TAO ; Yan XIA
Chinese Journal of Digestive Endoscopy 2013;30(11):631-633
Objective To evaluate the efficacy and safety of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) with scissors knife in difficult cases.Methods A total of 36 sessions of ESD in 34 patients were performed from May 2010 to May 2012 with application of new scissors knife.The complications and followup outcomes were recorded.Results All lesions were removed successfully with an en bloc resection rate at 91.7%.Delayed bleeding occurred in 2 patients (5.6%),and both of them were cured sucessfully with endoscopy.No perforation happened and the average hospitalization time was 5 days.Follow-up endoscopy performed 6 or 12 months after ESD in 6 patients revealed no recurrence or residual lesions.Other patients are under follow-up now.Conclusion The scissors knife is easy to manipulate,which can ensure the safety and efficiency of ESD.
9.Construction Practice of Modern Pharmaceutical Logistics and Dispensing System in Outpatient Pharmacy
Rong WU ; Deduo XU ; Zhiwen LI ; Xia TAO ; Wansheng CHEN
China Pharmacy 2016;27(22):3095-3098
OBJECTIVE:To introduce the experience on how to build modern pharmaceutical logistics and dispensing system in outpatient pharmacy,and to provide reference for the construction of modern outpatient pharmacy. METHODS:The pharmaceuti-cal logistics system could be constructed by setting up secondary warehouse,pharmaceutical supply chain management system (PSCMS) and electronic drug storage system (EDSS);pharmaceutical dispensing system could be constructed through allocating automatic drug dispensing machine with different functions reasonably to carry out dispensing way of different modes combination, building automated pharmacy management system and developing emergency plan for the system fault of the automated pharmacy. The effects of logistics and dispensing system in our hospital were evaluated through comparing related index before and after the application of the systems. RESULTS:With the aid of PSCMS,the drug purchase information could be collected and calculated au-tomatically,the frequency and working time of the purchase were reduced by 50% and 75% respectively,and the accuracy of the purchase plan was increased by 12.5%;with the EDSS,the position and number information of the drugs could be acquired imme-diately,and the complementation and inventory time were decreased by 67% and 58% respectively;the time for manual dispens-ing was reduced by 68%,and the incidence of internal mistakes was decreased by 76.7%;under new dispensing system,the pre-scription could be distributed automatically and intelligently,the rate of automatic prescription processing was increased to 72.7%, and the average waiting time to pick up drugs was controlled to below 10 min. CONCLUSIONS:The pharmacists’working effi-ciency and the quality of pharmaceutical care have been improved by the modern pharmaceutical logistics and dispensing system, which settle the foundation for the transformation of the pharmaceutical care mode.
10.Practice and enlightenment of the British and French language analogy method in bilingual teaching
Xiaojing YANG ; Tao XU ; Ying CHEN ; Nana QIU ; Hongqun FAN
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2014;(7):687-691
The British and French language analogy method in bilingual teaching was applied to the clinical students who were learning medical French in Kunming Medical University. Based on the students' good English foundation , a series of problems were solved properly such as contradictions between the professional course and foreign language classes , unmatched textbooks and teaching con-tents, the teachers' quality by lexical analogy and textual analogy and the rational allocation of the British and French language analogy teaching content. The teaching contents and methods were also properly worked out and good results were got.