1.Effect of Pyrroloquinoline Quinone on Aging of Rat Hippocampal Neurons in Vitro
Xiwen TONG ; Yanmei HAN ; Yonghui DENG ; Hui SHEN ; Shunhua XIONG
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice 2008;14(9):804-805
Objective To investigate the effect of pyrroloquinoline quinone(PQQ) on the aging of rat hippocampal neurons induced by D-galactose(D-gal).Methods Hippocampal neurons were cultured in vitro.The aging of the hippocampal neurons was induced by high dose D-gal,PQQ protection were used 30 min before D-gal.The metamorphosis of hippocampal neurons was observed under the microscope.The contents of free radical was measured.The incidence of apoptosis of hippocampus cells was tested with the flow cytometry.The expression of Bax was detected with immunohistochemical staining.Results After the cells cultured in vitro exposed to D-gal,the content of free radical and the expression of Bax of the hippocampal neurons increased.After pretreatment of the cultured neurons with PQQ,the contents of free radical and the expression of Bax decreased,the survival of hippocampal neurons increased.Conclusion PQQ may slow the aging progress of hippocamal neurons induced by D-gal.
2.Study on the mechanism of apoptosis of hepatic stellate cells induced by nerve growth factor
Jianchang SHU ; Yanmei DENG ; Haiyan ZHU ; Xia LV ; Yajun HE ; Lianxiang CHEN ; Guorong YE
Journal of Chinese Physician 2012;14(2):151-154,158
ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of NGF on apoptosis of HSC in vitro and explore the possible mechanism.MethodsHSC was incubated with different concentrations of NGF.HSC apoptosis was identified by FCM.The expressions of apoptosis-regulating proteins Caspase-3,p53 and Bcl-2 of HSC after apoptosis induced by NGF were examined by immunohistochemical staining.Expressions of NGF and p75NTR were detected by immunofluorescence.ResultsApoptosis index of HSC was higher than that of control group [(22.36±9.51)% vs (5.88±1.36)%] after treated with NGF (100 ng/ml) (P<0.05).After incubating with 100 ng/ml NGF for 24 h,the positive expression rates of p53 and Caspase-3 of HSC increased significantly than those of control group [(78.41±4.00)% vs (34.96±3.84)%,(39.26±1.57)% vs (9.27±1.01)%,P <0.05].The positive expression rate of Bcl-2 protein of HSC significantly decreased compared with that of control group (18.12±1.38)% vs (91.53±2.98)% (P<0.05).When HSC was stimulated with 100 ng/ml NGF for 24 h,the average optical density of NGF increased significantly than control group (6.53±1.40 vs 1.77±0.17) (P<0.05),while the expression of p75NTR was not significantly changed (3.52±0.36 vs 4.24±0.38) (P>0.05).ConclusionsThe mechanism of NGF to induce HSC apoptosis may be associated with the up-regulating expression of Caspase3,P53 and down-regulating expression of Bcl-2 on HSC.NGF could be used as an initiating factor and effect factor to increase the expression of NGF on HSC,but it had no significant effect on p75NTR expression.
3.Penicillin-binding proteins genotyping of penicillin resistance Streptococcus pneumonia isolated from children in Guangzhou area
Yanmei HUANG ; Xiaomin LIN ; Jialiang MAI ; Bingshao LIANG ; Yongqiang XIE ; Huamin ZHONG ; Qiulian DENG ; Zhenwen ZHOU
International Journal of Laboratory Medicine 2017;38(7):873-875,879
Objective To understand the molecular epidemiology of penicillin resistance Streptococcus pneumonia (PNSP) isolated from children in Guangzhou area to provide the experimental basis for clinical prevention and control of Streptococcus pneumonia infectious diseases.Methods Specific primers were designed according to Genebank,penicillin binding protein(PBP) genes PBP1A,PBP1B,PBP2A,PBP2B,PBP2X,PBP3 were amplified by PCR.The sequencing analysis was performed.The PCR products were digested by Hinf I,and the restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) was analyzed.Results DNA of PNSP was successfully extracted,the PCR results showed that in 50 strains of PNSP,the positive rates of bacterial strains containing PBP1A,PBP1B,PBP2A,PBP2B,PBP2X and PBP3 were 48.9%,64.4%,71.1%,31.1%,40.0% and 31.1% respectively.The sequencing showed that their homologies with known sequences in GenBank were 99%,98%,100%,97%,95% and 100% respectively.Using RFLP in Hinf I showed that PBP1A,PBP1B,PBP2A and PBP3 only had one kind of genotype,PBP2B and PBP2X had two kinds of genotypes,the positive rates were 71.4%,28.6%,66.7% and 33.3% respectively.Conclusion The gene distribution of PNSP strains among children in Guangzhou is dominated by PBP2A,PBP1B and PBP1A,there are two subtypes in PBP2B,PBP2X when digested by Hinf I,in which the predominant subtype >65%.
4.Color Doppler echocardiographic characteristics of bilocular heart and associated cardiac malformations
Chuanju HOU ; Yanmei QI ; Dongan DENG ; Xianyang ZHU ; Xiumin HAN ; Jun YANG
Chinese Journal of Ultrasonography 2009;18(6):479-481
Objective To probe into the color Doppler echocardiographic characteristics of bilocular heart (BH) and associated malformations. Methods Twenty patients of BH were examined with color Doppler echocardiography (CDE) and the characteristics were observed. All the CDE results were compared with angiocardiography and 14 were confirmed by operation. Results Nineteen cases were properly diagnosed based on the CDE characteristics,1 case were misdiagnosed as mitral atresia. CDE characteristics of BH were obvious:① Apical four-chamber view of two-dimensional echocardiography (2DE) showed total echo dropout in both the interatrial septum and the interventricular septum and disappearance of the intracardiac "cross". The common atrioventricular valve closed during systole and appeared as figure "8", named 2DE "8" sign. During diastole, the common atrioventricular valve opened to a common ventricle. ② Color Doppler flow imaging (CDFI) showed common intra-atrial flow signal entereda common ventricle through common atrioventricular valve during diastole in all patients and colorful reflux through common atrioventricular valve during systole in 15 cases. ③ Among the 20 eases, 16 of the common atria were situs solitus,4 were situs inversus; 10 of the common ventricles were type A,2 were type B and 8 were type C. According to the spatial relationship of the great arteries,there were 4 type Ⅰ ,7 type Ⅱ and 9 type Ⅲ.There were 18 pulmonary stenosis and 2 pulmonary hypertension. ④ In the presence of pulmonary stenosis, CDFI showed colorful shunt signals through pulmonary artery during systole. Conclusions BH and associated malformations have obvious echocardiographic characteristics. CDE has a specific value in diagnosing BH and associated malformations.
5.Mechanistic study of epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor-related pruritus
Yanmei PENG ; Qing LIU ; Bo DENG ; Huijuan CUI ; Hua DUAN ; Yuqin QIU
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2018;28(5):28-33
Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the mechanism underlying pruritus by comparing the epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor(EGFRI)-erlotinib mouse model with the substance P(SP)-induced pruritus mouse model. Methods Two randomized groups of mice were treated with erlotinib or SP to induce pruritus. Behavioral and skin manifestations were observed. Pathological images and neurokinin 1 receptor(NK-1R)expression of the skin were determined. Concentration of interleukin(IL)-31, IL-33, histamine, leukotriene B4, and SP was analyzed by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Nitric oxide was analyzed by colorimetry. Results Transient pruritus induced by erlotinib appeared 2 to 5 days after treatment. In contrast, continuous pruritus was observed during the first hour, but was then gradually relieved. These two shared similar scratching behavior. Concentration of neurotransmitters showed similar trends in changes among the erlotinib group and SP group. Immunohistochemical expression was also consistent between the erlotinib group and SP group. Conclusions Erlotinib-associated pruritus is related to release of signaling factors through the SP/NK-1R signaling pathway.
6.Relationship between neonatal asphyxia and meconium and fetal heart rate monitoring
Yujuan DENG ; Yanmei ZHANG ; Zhiyun LI
China Modern Doctor 2014;(18):110-112
Objective To investigate the relationship between neonatal asphyxia and meconium and fetal heart rate monitoring. Methods A total of 675 cases of newborns born birth selected from January 2012 to July 2013 in our hos-pital were retrospective analyzed, neonatal asphyxia were 131 cases, according to the degree of asphyxia they were di-vided into two groups, the mild asphyxia group had 75 cases, the severe asphyxia group had 56 cases. According to whether had meconium and the degree they were divided into four groups, the amniotic fluid clear group had 26 cases, degree Ⅲ neonatal pollution group had 31 cases, degree Ⅱ neonatal pollution group had 48 cases, degree Ⅰ neonatal pollution group had 26 cases. Results The neonatal asphyxia rate of neonatal pollution group was significantly higher than amniotic fluid clear group, the difference was significant (P<0.05). The fetal heart monitor newborns abnormal in-cidence of the amniotic fluid clear group were significantly higher than varying degrees of neonatal pollution groups, the difference was significant (P<0.05). The incidence of abnormal fetal heart monitor newborns of degree Ⅲneonatal pol-lution group, degree Ⅱ neonatal pollution group and degree Ⅰ neonatal pollution group were lower in turn, there was significant difference among three groups(P<0.05). Conclusion Neonatal asphyxia, meconium and fetal heart rate moni-toring correlation larger obstetric clinicians want to pay close attention to the whole process of childbirth, the incidence of neonatal asphyxia is significantly reduced.
7.Application of meticulous management in safety construction of intravenous infusion
Yanmei DENG ; Meizhu DING ; Qihua HUANG ; Lijuan LUO ; Jingyue FAN ; Dansi MO ; Caimei KUANG ; Qiuting ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Medical Education Research 2018;17(7):718-722
For the safety problems of internal medicine intravenous infusion,we carry out meticulous management,establish quality control system of intravenous infusion safety management,and formulate quality control plan.We collect and analyse the potential unsafety factors in the various departments of internal medicine.We have revised the intravenous infusion system and procedures,formulated standards for safety inspection of intravenous fluids,and standardized the admission system for nurses.We carry out training on intravenous infusion related knowledge for nursing staff,carry out meticulous management of venous transfusion links,and actively carry out learning and communication.All these measures have greatly enhanced the safety awareness of the nursing staff.The safety index of intravenous infusion for liver diseases was preliminarily summarized.The use rate of the safe indwelling needle was increased from 30.60% to 92.30%,the rate of appropriate rate of drop speed increased from 68.45% to 93.20%,the three sign standard rate rose from 75.20% to 95.10%,and the patient's satisfaction with infusion increased from 85.60% to 96.82%.Meticulous management can improve the safety of the internal medicine intravenous infusion as a whole.
8.Safety of PICC dressing replacement frequency in premature infants: a randomized controlled study
Jinhua GAO ; Jiayin WU ; Sufen DENG ; Yumin LIN ; Yanmei ZHOU ; Xiaoyan ZHAO ; Tingting LI
Chinese Journal of Neonatology 2021;36(6):33-37
Objective:To study the safety of different peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) dressing replacement frequencies in preterm infants.Method:From June 2017 to February 2020, preterm infants were enrolled in this prospective randomized controlled study. Preterm infants with PICC were randomly assigned into 7 d, 11 d and 14 d dressing replacement groups using online randomization software. Polyurethane transparent dressing and the same dressing replacement method were used in all three groups. The incidences of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) and positive skin bacterial culture at dressing site were compared among the three groups.Result:A total of 296 cases were enrolled, including 96 cases in the 7 d group, 108 cases in the 11 d group and 92 cases in the 14 d group. The incidences of CRBSI in three groups were 2.5/1 000 catheter day in 7 d group, 1.1/1 000 catheter day in 11 d group and 0.8/1 000 catheter day in 14 d group. The incidences of catheter pathogen colonization were 1.0% in 7 d group, 0.9% in 11 d group and 0% in 14 d group. The positive rates of skin bacterial culture at dressing site were 1.0% in 7 d group, 2.8% in 11d group and 2.2% in 14 d group. The incidences of PICC exit site infection in three groups were 1.0% in 7 d group, 0.9% in 11d group and 1.1% in 14 d group and no significant differences existed among the groups ( P>0.05). Gram-positive cocci were the main bacteria [91.7% (11/12)] of CRBSI and skin bacterial culture at dressing site and gram negative bacilli accounted for 8.3% (1/12). No fungal infection were found. Conclusion:It is safe to replace the PICC dressing in premature infants as needed within 14 days if the dressing is intact without curling, bleeding and exudation.
9.Expressions of serum N-terminal osteocalcin and cytokeratin 5/6 in primary lung cancer patients with bone metastasis and their clinical significances
Yeran GOU ; Zhibo XU ; Jiachen LIN ; Yanmei WEN ; Zhengxu DENG
Cancer Research and Clinic 2023;35(5):366-370
Objective:To explore the expressions of serum N-terminal osteocalcin (N-MID) and cytokeratin (CK) 5/6 in primary lung cancer patients with bone metastasis and their clinical significances.Methods:The clinical data of 96 patients with primary lung cancer admitted to Chengdu Second People's Hospital between February 2019 to February 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. All patients were divided into the bone metastasis group (38 cases) and the non-bone metastasis group (58 cases) according to whether bone metastasis occurred, and 45 healthy people who underwent physical examination during the same period were treated as the healthy control group. The expression levels of serum N-MID and CK5/6 in the bone metastasis group, the non-bone metastasis group and the healthy control group were compared. Logistic regression was used to analyze the factors affecting bone metastasis in patients with primary lung cancer; receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to analyze the value of the expression levels of serum N-MID and CK5/6 in predicting bone metastasis in patients with primary lung cancer.Results:The composition ratio of patients with pathological stage Ⅲ-Ⅳ, serum bone-derived alkaline phosphatase and N-MID expression levels in the bone metastasis group were higher than those in the non-bone metastasis group (all P < 0.05). The expression level of serum N-MID in the bone metastasis group and non-bone metastasis group was higher than that in the healthy control group [(26.0±5.3) ng/ml, (15.3±3.1) ng/ml vs. (9.9±1.7) ng/ml, F = 224.27, P < 0.001], and there were statistically significant differences in the serum N-MID expression level of the pairwise comparison among the three groups (all P < 0.05). The expression level of serum CK5/6 in the bone metastasis group and the non-bone metastasis group was lower than that in the healthy control group [(3.6±0.7) ng/ml, (7.3±1.4) ng/ml vs. (10.6±2.4) ng/ml, F = 178.11, P < 0.001], and there were statistically significant differences in the serum CK5/6 expression level of the pairwise comparison among the three groups (all P < 0.05). Multivariate analysis showed that CK5/6, N-MID and bone-derived alkaline phosphatase were independent affecting factors for bone metastasis in patients with primary lung cancer ( OR = 4.088, 3.615, 2.892, all P < 0.05). ROC curve analysis showed that the optimal cut-off values of serum N-MID and CK5/6 expression levels for predicting bone metastasis in patients with primary lung cancer were 18.59 ng/ml and 4.71 ng/ml; the corresponding the area under the curve (AUC) was 0.881 and 0.862, respectively; and the specificity and AUC of the combination of serum N-MID and CK5/6 in predicting the bone metastasis in patients with primary lung cancer was 98.28% and 0.937 (95% CI 0.869-0.977), respectively; the AUC predicted by the combination of both was higher than that by serum N-MID or CK5/6 single (all P < 0.001). Conclusions:The expression levels of serum N-MID and CK5/6 in primary lung cancer patients with bone metastasis are abnormally changed. Clinical detection of serum N-MID and CK5/6 expression levels may be used as sensitive indicators for predicting the bone metastasis in patients with primary lung cancer.
10.Analysis of chest imaging features of novel coronavirus pneumonia, bacterial pneumonia and viral pneumonia
Yufang CAO ; Xiaozhi WANG ; Xiaohong XIE ; Jinghui LI ; Chao DENG ; Xiangying LI ; Zhuhua ZHU ; Zhidian WU ; Chao JI ; Yi NIU ; Fan LIU ; Yanmei YU ; Wei SONG
Chinese Critical Care Medicine 2023;35(1):28-31
Objective:To investigate and summarize the chest CT imaging features of patients with novel coronavirus pneumonia (COVID-19), bacterial pneumonia and other viral pneumonia.Methods:Chest CT data of 102 patients with pulmonary infection due to different etiologies were retrospectively analyzed, including 36 patients with COVID-19 admitted to Hainan Provincial People's Hospital and the Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University from December 2019 to March 2020, 16 patients with other viral pneumonia admitted to Hainan Provincial People's Hospital from January 2018 to February 2020, and 50 patients with bacterial pneumonia admitted to Haikou Affiliated Hospital of Central South University Xiangya School of Medicine from April 2018 to May 2020. Two senior radiologists and two senior intensive care physicians were participated to evaluated the extent of lesions involvement and imaging features of the first chest CT after the onset of the disease.Results:Bilateral pulmonary lesions were more common in patients with COVID-19 and other viral pneumonia, and the incidence was significantly higher than that of bacterial pneumonia (91.6%, 75.0% vs. 26.0%, P < 0.05). Compared with other viral pneumonia and COVID-19, bacterial pneumonia was mainly characterized by single-lung and multi-lobed lesion (62.0% vs. 18.8%, 5.6%, P < 0.05), accompanied by pleural effusion and lymph node enlargement. The proportion of ground-glass opacity in the lung tissues of patients with COVID-19 was 97.2%, that of patients with other viral pneumonia was 56.2%, and that of patients with bacterial pneumonia was only 2.0% ( P < 0.05). The incidence rate of lung tissue consolidation (25.0%, 12.5%), air bronchial sign (13.9%, 6.2%) and pleural effusion (16.7%, 37.5%) in patients with COVID-19 and other viral pneumonia were significantly lower than those in patients with bacterial pneumonia (62.0%, 32.0%, 60.0%, all P < 0.05), paving stone sign (22.2%, 37.5%), fine mesh sign (38.9%, 31.2%), halo sign(11.1%, 25.0%), ground-glass opacity with interlobular septal thickening (30.6%, 37.5%), bilateral patchy pattern/rope shadow (80.6%, 50.0%) etc. were significantly higher than those of bacterial pneumonia (2.0%, 4.0%, 2.0%, 0%, 22.0%, all P < 0.05). The incidence of local patchy shadow in patients with COVID-19 was only 8.3%, significantly lower than that in patients with other viral pneumonia and bacterial pneumonia (8.3% vs. 68.8%, 50.0%, P < 0.05). There was no significant difference in the incidence of peripheral vascular shadow thickening in patients with COVID-19, other viral pneumonia and bacterial pneumonia (27.8%, 12.5%, 30.0%, P > 0.05). Conclusions:The probability of ground-glass opacity, paving stone and grid shadow in chest CT of patients with COVID-19 was significantly higher than those of bacterial pneumonia, and it was more common in the lower lungs and lateral dorsal segment. In other patients with viral pneumonia, ground-glass opacity was distributed in both upper and lower lungs. Bacterial pneumonia is usually characterized by single lung consolidation, distributed in lobules or large lobes and accompanied by pleural effusion.