Objective To evaluate the efficacy of Yishen-Tongdu decoction combined with sulfasalazine and meloxicamin for ankylosing spondylitis(AS).Methods A total of 86 AS patients were recruited and randomized into an observation group and a control group,43 in each group.The control group was treated by sulphasalazine and meloxicam,while the observation group was treated by Yishen-Tongdu decoction combined with sulfasalazine and meloxicam.The physical function and the disease activity were measured with the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Functional Index (BASFI) and the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index (BASDAI),respectively.The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and serum C-reactive protein (CRP) were determined.Results The BASFI (3.25 ± 1.18 vs.4.18 ± 0.96;t=4.544,P＜0.01) and BASDAI (2.33 ± 1.46 vs.3.26 ± 1.43;t=5.245,P＜0.01) after treatment in the observation group were significantly decreased than those in the control group.Serum CRP level (8.62 ± 14.71 mg/L vs.12.57 ± 16.32 mg/L;t=3.143,P＜0.05) and ESR (14.93 ± 17.15 mm/h vs.18.61 ± 20.98 mm/h;t=3.615,P＜0.05) in the observation group were significantly lower than those in the control group.The occiput-wall distance (2.07 ± 0.59 vs.2.68 ±0.69 cm;t=5.332,P＜0.01),finger-floor distance (12.88 ± 1.92 vs.13.26 ± 1.71 cm;t=3.593,P＜0.05),and jaw-sternum distance (1.58 ± 0.63 vs.2.43 ± 0.64 cm;t=4.671,P＜0.01) in the observation group were significantly decreased than those in the control group,while the chest expansion (4.99 ± 0.73 cm vs.4.26 ± 0.68 cm;t=4.226,P＜0.01),and Schober test (6.57 ± 0.91 vs.6.13 ± 0.87em;t=3.733,P＜0.01) in the observation group were significantly increased than those in the control group.Conclusion Yishen-Tongdu decoction combined with sulfasalazine and meloxicam can improve the physical function and the disease activity and tts effect is superior to sulfasalazine and meloxicam in patients with AS.

Objective To investigate the protective effects of dexmedetomidine on bupivacaine-induced neurotoxicity. Methods Mouse neuroblastoma cell line N2a cells were divided into four groups. The cells in the control group were incu?bated with no drug adding while the cells in bupivacaine group were treated with 1 000 μmol/L bupivacaine for 24 h. The cells in the group Dex1 and Dex2 were incubated with 1 000 μmol/L bupivacaine and 50 μmol/L, 200 μmol/L dexmedetomi?dine for 24 h respectively. MTT assay was used to evaluate the cell viability. The reactive oxygen species (ROS) activity, mito?chondrial membrane potential (MMP), the expression of Caspase-3 and apoptotic rate of N2a cells were detected by flow cy?tometry. Results The cell viabilities were significantly decreased after being treated with 1 000 μmol/L bupivacaine, MMP was also significantly decreased, and apoptotic rates, levels of ROS and Caspase-3 were significantly increased. The bupiva?caine-induced cytotoxicity was inhibited by dexmedetomidine (50 and 200 μmol/L), which resulted in the increase in the cell viability and MMP, but decrease in apoptotic rate and levels of ROS and Caspase-3. These effects were more significant in 200 μmol/L dexmedetomidine group than those of 50 μmol/L dexmedetomidine group. Conclusion Dexmedetomidine at?tenuates bupivacaine-induced cytotoxicity of N2a cells, which may be related with the inhibition of ROS, the decrease in MMP and Caspase-3, and inhibiting appotosis in N2a cells.

Objective To observe the changes of chief chemical components(hypaconitine,ephedrine,pseudoephedrine,peoniflorin,glycyrrhetic acid) in the combinations of different-dose herbs of Wutou Decoction(WD). Methods Uniform design method was adopted to design the experiments,and HPLC was applied to determine the contents of chief chemical components of hypaconitine,ephedrine,pseudoephedrine,peoniflorin,glycyrrhetic acid. DPS V7.55 was used to carry out the nonlinear regression analysis of experimental data such as decocting rates of the chief chemical components. The mathematical model was established to analyze the experimental results. Finally,with the decocting rates of the chief chemical components as the optimizing indexes,the combination of optimal-dose herbs of WD was seeked. Results There existed an interaction between each herb of WD,and each herbs as well as the interaction between the herbs had a certain effects on the decocting rate of the chemical components. In particular,the interaction of prepared Radix Aconiti and prepared Radix Glycyrrhizae had obvious effects on the decocting rates of hypaconitine and glycyrrhetic acid. On the basis of the different optimization index,different combinations of optimal-dose herbs of WD can be obtained. Conclusion Through the method of nonlinear regression analysis,rich connotation of compatibility in Chinese herbal formula can be obtained.The optimization of optimal-dose herbs combination of the formula should be based on the pharmacological actions.

【Objective】 To investigate the in-vitro anti-inflammatory mechanism of luteolin by observing the effect of luteolin on nuclear factor-kappa B(NF?B) and COX-2 expression as well as DNA-binding activity of NF-?B in RAW264.7 cells activated by lipopolysaccharides(LPS).【Methods】RAW264.7 cells at logarithmic growth phase were allocated to blank control group,model group(treated with LPS) and luteolin groups(treated with 5,15,and 45 ?mol/L luteolin respectively).After being treated with luteolin for 30 min and then incubated with 1?g/mL LPS for 12 hours,the change of prostaglandin E2(PGE2) level was observed by enzyme immunoassay(EIA),DNA-binding activity of NF-?B was detected by electrophoretic mobility shift assay(EMSA),mRNA expression of COX-2 was examined by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction(RT-PCR),and NF-?B and COX-2 protein expression in RAW264.7 cells was analysed by Western blotting.【Results】Luteolin obviously inhibited the formation of PGE2,decreased DNA-binding activity of NF-?B and down-regulated mRNA expression of COX-2 as well as NF-?B and COX-2 protein expression in RAW264.7 cells activated by LPS.【Conclusion】The antiinflammatory mechanism of luteolin may be related with the down-regulation of COX-2 expression by inhibiting the expression of NF-?B and DNA-binding activity.

Objective To investigate the result of colonoscopic positioning in laparoscopic treatment of colon tumors . Methods A retrospective analysis was made in 16 cases of colon tumors treated with laparoscopic colon resection from January 2014 to November 2015.During the operation, the lesion could not be locatized and the resection range could not be determinated because the serous layer was not involved or the lesion was located in the lateral abdominal wall .Transanal colonoscopic positioning of the lesion with light transmission method was carried out . Results The pathological changes were found under colonoscopy in all the 16 cases and the laparoscopic resection was successfully completed without conversion to open operation .No missed resection or incorrect resection occurred.The operation time was (112.5 ±31.0) min and the blood loss was (22.8 ±11.2) ml.Among 9 cases of preoperative pathological diagnosis of benign tumors , there were 6 cases of malignant tumors after surgery , including 4 cases of moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma , 1 case of moderate to severe atypical hyperplasia with cancerous lesions , and 1 case of moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma with mucous adenocarcinoma .A total of 15 patients were discharged from hospital at 12-24 days after the operation , whereas 1 patient was dismissed 1 month after the operation due to anastomotic fistula .The 16 patients were followed up for 3 months with no recurrence under colonoscopic examiantion . Conclusions During laparoscopic colon resection , if the tumor can not be locolized , colonoscopic positioning can help prevent missed resection or incorrect resection , which increases the indication and safety of laparoscopic and colonoscopic minimally invasive treatment .It has good clinical application value and deserves further promotion .

Objective To review the distribution and shifting trends of cultured bacteria from the aqueous humor and the vitreous body. Methods A retrospective analysis on distribution of Gram′s stain, the distribution and change of isolates was performed in 522 specimens (aqueous humor,261 and vitreous body,261) of patients with suspected endophthalmitis during a 10 year period (1989 1998). Results The positive cultures were 119 (aqueous humor,44 and vitreous body,75) of 522 specimens. The average positive rate was 22.8%. Gram positive cocci constituting 45.4%(54) of total isolates followed by Gram negative bacilli,34.5%(41);Gram positive bacilli, 20.2%(24). In the positive bacterial cultures, enterobacteriaceae was the most common isolate, 18.5%, and the next was micrococcus, 16.0%; coagulase negative staphylococcus,12.6%; and pseudomonas,10.9%.Comparing the data from 1989 through 1993 with the data from 1994 through 1998, the frequency of Gram positive cocci had no significant change, while the frequency of Gram positive bacilli was decreased and the percentage of Gram′s negative bacilli was increased. Conclusions Gram positive cocci and Gram negative bacilli are the predominant pathogens of bacterial endophthalmitis. The percentage of Gram′s negative bacilli has increased for 5 years. It is very important to comprehend the distribution and shifting trends of these pathogenic bacteria for diagnosis, prevention and treatment of bacterial endophthalmitis.

Objective To investigate the influence on the behavior of withdrawal and relapse after deep brain stimulation of bilateral nucleus accumbens in morphine-dependent rats. Methods The rats with a strong unconditioned preference were discarded in preconditioning test, the selected rats were distributed into five groups randomly. After operation,morphine hydrochloride was injected subcutaneously into SD rats for 12 days (once every day,initial 5 mg/kg,increasing by 5 mg/kg per time,stable in 20 mg/kg ). A modified electrical circuit was used to procedure the DBS,the parameter was 130 Hz,150 A,60 s,l h/d,14 d. CPP test was used to exam the effect of DBS. A minor morphine dose (3 mg/kg) was injected to induce the behavior of relapse, and CPP was tested again after 24 h. Two-way ANOVA was performed on the data with Bonferroni posttest. Result ①After CPP training,CPP score of group morphine, morphine + sham and morphine + DBS was ( 155. 87 ± 20. 45 ) s, (107.33 ± 18.10)s,(135.45 ±22.09)s,and had significant difference with group of control( ( -70.34 ± 15.40) s)(t = 9.45,P＜0.01; t = 6.94,P＜0.01;t = 8.04,P＜0.01).②After 7 days' DBS,the CPP score in group of morphine + DBS reduced significantly compared to group of morphine( t = 4.21, P＜0.01) and morphine + sham( t=1.10, P＜0.05).0n the 14th day,there was more pronounced reduction ( t = 5. 15, P＜0.01; t = 3.92, P＜ 0.01). ③ 24 hours after the minor morphine dose was injected,the CPP score in morphine + DBS didn't increase significantly, and had significant difference with group of morphine ( t = 4.04, P＜0.01) and morphine + sham ( t= 4. 13, P＜0.01). Conclusion DBS bilateral nucleus accumbens in morphine-dependent rats can interfere the behavior of morphine-induced CPP and relapse.

Objective To investigate whether angiotensin Ⅱ (AngⅡ) can regulate the expression of MIF in macrophages via the NF-κB pathway. Methods Western Blot, real time RT-PCR and ELISA were used in the present study. Results Western blot result showed that the expression of NF-κBp65 gradually increased with the increase of the concentration of AngⅡ. Results of real time RT-PCR and ELISA revealed that MIF mRNA expression and the content of MIF were significantly higher in AngⅡ group than those in the control group. PDTC could reverse the effect of AngⅡ on MIF mRNA expression and MIF secretion in macrophages. Conclusion AngⅡ can promote MIF mRNA expression and MIF secretion in macrophages via the NF-κB signaling pathway.

Objective To explore the severity of toxicity reaction after treated by the sequential chemoradio-therapy,alternate chemoradiotherapy or concurrent chemoradiotherapy in limited -stage small cell lung cancer. Methods 63 cases of limited -stage small cell lung cancer were reviewed,according to the chemoradiotherapy order,all cases were divided into:sequential chemoradiotherapy 15 cases,alternate chemoradiotherapy 25 cases, concurrent chemoradiotherapy 23 cases.The correlation of the factors(leukocypenia,gastrointestinal reaction,pneumo-nia,esophagitis)with different treatment groups after treated in 2 months,4 months,6 months were analyzed.Results Three groups of all the factors treated in 2 months had no significant change(χ2 =0.275,0.051,0.513,1.215, 0.051,0.231,all P >0.05).In 4 months the cases of sequential chemoradiotherapy >or =2 myelosuppression,the gastrointestinal reaction,the pneumonia and the esophagitis were 33.3%,33.3%,0.0%,0.0%;In the cases of alternate chemoradiotherapy >or =2 myelosuppression,the gastrointestinal reaction,the pneumonia and the esophagitis were 16.0%,4.0%,16.0%,0.0%;In the cases of concurrent chemoradiotherapy >or =2 myelosuppression,the gastroin-testinal reaction,the pneumonia and the esophagitis were 52.2%,34.8%,34.8%,4.3%;>or =2 myelosuppres-sion,each level gastrointestinal reaction and the pneumonia of the three groups treated were statistically significant (χ2 =7.054,9.702,7.947,6.145,7.373,all P <0.05).In 6 months the cases of sequential chemoradiotherapy >or =2 myelosuppression,the gastrointestinal reaction,the pneumonia and the esophagitis were 26.7%,13.3%,13.3%, 0.0%;In the cases of alternate chemoradiotherapy >or =2 myelosuppression,the gastrointestinal reaction,the pneu-monia and the esophagitis were 40.0%,56.0%,12.0%,0.0%;In the cases of concurrent chemoradiotherapy >or =2 myelosuppression,the gastrointestinal reaction,the pneumonia and the esophagitis were 69.6%,65.2%,43.5%,0.0%;each level myelosuppression,>or =2 gastrointestinal reaction and the pneumonia of the three groups treated were statistically significant(χ2 =6.174,7.663,10.544,6.286,all P <0.05).Conclusion Leukopenia and gastrointestinal reaction are closely related with chemotherapy,chemoradiotherapy results in the worsen of myelosuppression.Pneumonia and esophagitis are closely related with chemotherapy,chemoradiotherapy result in the worsen of radiation pneumonitis.

Objective To compare the Poser and the McDonald diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis (MS).Methods Sixty-seven patients with clinical features suggestive of MS were re-evaluated by 2 neurologists utilizing both the Poser and the McDonald criteria.The Fisher' s exact test was used to statistically analyze the data from assessment by these two criteria.Results By the Poser criteria, 34 patients were classified as clinically definite MS, 24 patients as laboratory supported definite MS and 9 patients as possible MS.Under the new McDonald criteria, MS was diagnosed in 36 patients and 31 patients had possible MS.The results revealed significant differences in diagnosing MS between these 2 criteria (OR=5.549, 95% CI 2.37-13.00, P<0.01).Conclusions These 2 criteria showed remarkable differences in diagnosing MS, in particular definite MS, possibly due to greater reliance on paraclinical evidences in the Poser criteria and more stringent gnidlines of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the McDonald criteria.The analysis of cerebrospinal fluid may increase the diagnostic rate of MS and specify pathologic abnormalities in MRI to some degree.