ObjectiveTo investigate the effect of pravastatin on serum levels of interleukin-6(IL-6) and tu- mor necrosis faetor-α(TNF-α) in patients with acute coronary syndromes(ACS). Methods50 patients with ACSwere randomly divided into pravastatin group( n = 25) and routine therapy group( n = 25). Serum TNF-α and IL-6levels were measured before and four weeks after the two treatment options respectively. ResultsThe level of TNF- α and IL-6 were higher than routine therapy group before therapy(P < 0.01 ). The level of TNF-α and IL-6 weredecreased significantly after pravastatin therapy,and higher thancontrols(P < 0.05). The levels of TNF-α and IL-6changed only slightly after the routine therapy(P > 0.05). ConclusionThe level of TNF-α and IL-6 becominghigher in ACS patients may be related to the pathogenesis of ACS. Pravastatin can reduce serum level of TNF-α and IL-6 contributing to treatment of ACS.

Information of metabolic enzymes and transporters, physiological parameters of animals and demography of Chinese people were integrated to establish a digital liver model (DLM) based on metabolism and transporter and coded with VBA. Clearance and drug-drug interaction (DDI) of candidate drugs in animal and human could be predicted based on the pharmacokinetic data obtained from in vitro and in vivo experiments. Pravastatin and pitavastatin were selected as the samples to examine this model, where their clearance and their DDI with cyclosporine were predicted. The results showed that the predicted values of median parameters in same species were within twofold of observed values for 83.3% (5/6). The program's successful prediction in DDI tendency might indicate its application in optimizing the dosage regimen and reducing the risk of clinical trial.

OBJECTIVE:To study the biodegradability of polylactic acid and prepare its microspheres containing erythromycin.METHODS:The polylactic acid film was degraded in vitro.The orthogonal design was used to optimize the technology of preparation of microspheres.RESULTS:The degradable speed of polylactic acid with high molecular weight was faster than that with low molecular weight.The degradable speed of PDLLA was faster than that of PLLA.The microspheres were stable in quality and regular in external form.The average particle size was (10.98?0.15)?m.The in vitro release properties could be expressed by the Higuchi's equation(Q=28.067+3.8 515 T1/2,r=0.9 834).CONCLUSION:The biodegradability of polylactic acid depended on configuration and molecular weight.Erythromycin microspheres showed significant slow-released property and accorded with the demands of lung targeting agent.

Objective To detect anti-heterogeneous nuclear ribonucleoprotein A2 (hnRNP A2)/RA33 antibody by ELISA with the purified recombinant hnRNP A2 antigen. Methods The serum of 179 patients with RA, 141 patients with SLE, 97 patients with other diffused rheumatic diseases, 30 patients with seronegative spondyloarthropathies, 10 patients with osteoarthritis, 59 patients with arthralgia/arthritis and 40 controls were detected. In addition, clinical characters and laboratory indexes were compared to study the significance of anti-hnRNP A2/RA33 antibody in RA. Results The sensitivity and specificity of anti-hnRNP A2/RA33 antibody in RA were 36.9% and 87.1%. The positive rates of anti-hnRNP A2/RA33 antibody in SLE, other CTD, seronegative spondyloarthropathies and OA were 19.2%, 7.2%, 6.8% and 0. The positive rate of anti-hnRNP A2/RA33 antibody was 43.3% in early RA patients. Conclusion Detection of anti- hnRNP A2/RA33 antibody with purified recombinant hnRNP A2 antigen is a reliable method for early diagnosis of RA.

The paper introduces the application technology of whole process medical insurance informatization management in the Third Hospital Affiliated to Sun Yat-sen University,including how to implement the medical insurance information into the whole treatment process in real time,construct the medical insurance database suitable for the hospital and interface technology of medical insurance settlement,so as to lay foundation to achieve disease diagnosis related groups.

OBJECTIVETo analyze the effect of mandibular distraction on the maxilla growth in children with hemifacial microsomia through measurement with the posterior-anterior cephalometric X-ray films and Three-dimensional CT reconstruction images.

METHODSThe deviation angular of maxilla occlusion plane and nasal base plane from the infra-orbital plane were measured on the posterior-anterior cephalometric X-ray films in 22 patients before and half a year after operation. The vertical distance from the midpoint of 5th teeth alveolar and the lowest point of maxillary sinus to reference plane were measured on 3D reconstruction images in 15 patients. The data were statistically analyzed.

RESULTSOn posterior-anterior cephalometric X-ray films, the cant of occlusion plane were significantly reduced (P < 0.05), While the angular of nasal base plane and the infra-orbital plane had no significant change. On 3D reconstruction images, all the detection points had significantly declined except the lowest point of maxillary sinus on normal side.

CONCLUSIONSDistraction osteogenesis of mandible can promote the growth of the maxilla in children with HFM, the accelerated growth parts include alveolar bone and maxillary sinus.

Child ; Dental Occlusion ; Goldenhar Syndrome ; surgery ; Humans ; Mandible ; surgery ; Maxilla ; growth & development ; Osteogenesis, Distraction

ObjectiveTo investigate the relationship between platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF)-B and pre-eclampsia or eclampsia by comparing the expression of PDGF-B mRNA and PDGF-BB protein in the placentas from pregnant women with normal pregnancy,pre-eclampsia or eclampsia.Methods The expression of PDGF-B mRNA and PDGF-BB protein were respectively determined with RT-PCR and immunohistochemistry combined with the analysis of computer microphotography in the placentas from 20 mild pre-eclampsia (mild pre-eclampsia group),20 severe pre-eclampsia (severe pre-eclampsia group),3 eclampsia (eclampsia group) and 20 normal pregnancy (control group).ResultsThe expression of PDGF-B mRNA and PDGF-BB protein in the placentas of mild pre-eclampsia group,severe pre-eclampsia group and eclampsia group ( 1.56 ± 0.30 and 1.32 ± 0.34,1.91 ± 0.28 and 2.00 ± 0.41,2.57 ± 0.06 and 2.73 ± 0.15)were higher than those of control group ( 1.38 ± 0.25 and 1.01 ± 0.26) with significant differences (P＜ 0.01 ).The expression of PDGF-B mRNA and PDGF-BB protein in the placentas of severe pre-eclampsia group and eclampsia group were higher than those of mild pre-eclampsia group (P ＜ 0.01 ).The expression of PDGF-B mRNA and PDGF-BB protein were positively correlated with the degree of the disease (r =0.691,0.797,P ＜0.01 ).ConclusionsPregnant women with pre-eclampsia and eclampsia have higher expression of pDGF-B in the placentas.PDGF-B may play an important role in the development and progression of pre-eclampsia and eclampsia by promoting atherogenesis in the placental vessels.

BACKGROUND: Compound antitumor coral hydroxyapatite (CCHA) has a good delayed-release and anti-tumor effect. However, whether the high-dose drug contained in the CCHA influences normal induction, conduction and growth of bone tissues at the implant site is unclear.OBJECTIVE: To establish an osteogenesis model of CCHA and to investigate the osteogensis effect and rule of self-made CCHA in vivo. METHODS: Implants of CCHA (20%CDDP-CHA w/w) and CHA(control, 0% CDDP w/w) were implanted into the metaphyseal holes of rabbit femur. X-rays and decalcified histological section of rabbit femoral bone with hematoxylin and eosin staining were used regularly to investigate the degradation of CCHA and CHA, and how bone tissues grow at the implant site. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: After implantation, CHA crystals were faster than CCHA in connecting with surrounding bone tissues and forming bone bridges. The borderlines of implanted CHA became obscure in 4 weeks. Loose connective tissues were found in pores of the CHA and osteoblasts were growing on the surface. Bone tissues of the surrounding gradually grew into the CHA, finally repaired the bone defects. At the beginning of implantation, CCHA mainly inhibited the growth of surrounding tissues until 6-12 weeks later, normal bone tissues gradually grew into pores of CCHAs, and healed bone defects at 26 weeks. CCHA can inhibit the osteogenesis effects at early stage; however, it can achieve bone healing with surrounding bone defect ultimately.

Objective To evaluate the effect of electroacupuncture on postoperative cognitive func?tion in elderly patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy. Methods Fifty patients of both sexes, aged≥65 yr, of American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status Ⅱ orⅢ, with the educational level≥ the level of primary school, scheduled for elective unilateral carotid endarterectomy, were divided into 2 groups ( n=25 each) using a random number table: control group ( group C) and electroacupuncture group ( group EA). In group EA, electroacupuncture (frequency 2∕100 Hz, intensity 5-12 mA) of Baihui (GV20), Neiguan (PC6) and Zusanli (ST36) was performed throughout surgery starting from 30 min before opera?tion, and then general anesthesia was performed. General anesthesia was performed directly in group C. Before operation ( T0 ) , at the end of operation ( T1 ) and at 24 h after operation ( T2 ) , blood samples were collected from the internal jugular vein for determination of plasma S?100βprotein, tumor necrosis factor?αand brain?derived neurotrophic factor ( BDNF) concentrations by enzyme?linked immunosorbent assay. The cognitive function was assessed using Montreal Cognitive Assessment at T0,2 and at 3 and 7 days after opera?tion ( T3,4 ) . Results Compared with group C, the Montreal Cognitive Assessment scores were significantly increased at T2?4 , the plasma S?100β protein and tumor necrosis factor?α concentrations were significantly decreased at T1,2 , and the plasma BDNF concentrations were significantly increased at T2 in group EA ( P<0?05) . Conclusion Electroacupuncture can improve postoperative cognitive function in the elderly pa?tients undergoing carotid endarterectomy, which may be related to inhibition of inflammatory responses,
promotion of BDNF production and reduction of brain injury.

Objective:To isolate monocytes from human peripheral blood mononuclear cells( PBMC) ,induce macrophages,and identify the function of macrophages.Methods:Monocytes were isolated from PBMC using magnetic activated cell sorting( MACS) anti-CD14 microbead.Sorted CD14+and CD14-cells were checked by flow cytometer to evaluate the efficiency of sorting.The sorted CD14+cells were cultured in IMDM media with 10%human AB serum and 10 ng/ml M-CSF for 7 days to generate macrophages,which were identified by morphological features and phagocytosis function.Results:A high purity of monocytes was obtained by MACS anti-CD14 microbead.The percentage of CD14+cells was 10% and 85.8% before and after sorting, respectively.The macrophages were approximately 40-45 μm in maximum diameter and had the fried egg colony morphological features after 7 days culture.The lymphoma ( Raji) cells were efficiently engulfed by macrophages.Conclusion: The high purity of CD14+monocytes is isolated from PBMC and monocyte-derived macrophages efficiently engulfed lymphoma cells.