Tumor-associated macrophage (TAM) is a group of heterogeneous cells and a major component of inflammatory cells in the tumor microenvironment. Parts of these cells in gliomas are derived from central nervous system microglia and circulating monocytes, and have been implicated in angiogenesis, immunosuppression, tumor progression and invasion of gliomas. This article reviews the potential mechanisms of TAM promoting glioma development through various pathways to provide new possibilities for targeted therapy of gliomas.

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Objective To study the incidence of complications of visceral and vascular injury in laparoscopic surgery for gynecologic diseases,and to discuss the ways to decrease the incidence. Methods The data of 2684 patients who received laparoscopic surgery from Januray 2003 to December 2005 in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology were reviewed retrospectively.The incidence and treatment of complications of visceral and vascular injury were observed. Results The total incidence rate of complications was 2.53%(n=68),and that of the visceral and vascular injury was 0.37%(n=10).Four cases of injury were related with trocar punctures(injury of omental blood vessel,n=2;postperitoneal vessel,n=2),three took place during the operation (severe bleeding,n=1;bladder injury,n=2),and the other three were observed in the postoperative stage(ureter injury,n=2;intestinal fistula,n=1). Conclusion The complications in laparoscopic surgery for gynecologic diseases are increased with the extension and difficulty of operation,and are closely related with the experience of the surgeons.Proper candidates for the surgery and established operative technique are the key factors in decreasing the incidence.

Objective To study the effect of rosuvastatin(RSVT) on the vascular endothelial function(VEF) ,inflammatory fac‐tors(IF) and prognosis in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) after percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI) .Methods Eighty cases of ACS patients with PCI in our hospital selected from July 2010 to July 2013 were randomly divided into observed group and control group ,40 cases in each group .The observation group were given interference treatment with RSVT while the control group received conventional treatment .The VEF ,IF and prognosis were compared between groups .Results The VWF at 4 weeks after PCI in observation group was lower than that in control group [(92 .6 ± 12 .3)% vs .(105 .4 ± 13 .6)% ,P<0 .05];The ET‐1 at 4 weeks after PCI in observation group was lower than that in control group[(55 .6 ± 5 .6)ng/L vs .(67 .8 ± 7 .4)ng/L ,P<0 .05] .The NO at 4 weeks after PCI in observation group was higher than that of control group[(78 .6 ± 9 .4)μmol/L vs .(63 .2 ± 9 .5)μmol/L ,P<0 .05] .The CRP at 4 weeks after PCI in observation group was lower than that in control group[(5 .4 ± 2 .2) mg/L vs .(10 .5 ± 4 .1)mg/L ,P<0 .05] .The incidence of CVE was 5 .00% (2/40) ,restenosis rate was 2 .50% (1/40) in observa‐tion group ,which was significantly lower than those of the control group [30 .00% (12/40) ,10 .00% (4/40)] ,the differences were statistically significant(P<0 .05) .Conclusion RSVT could effectively improve the VEF and reduce inflammation ,CVE and rest‐enosis rate in patients with ACS after PCI .

Objective To identify the influencing factors for pediatric nursese' reporting of adverse events at 3A hospitals in Beijing. Methods Adopting the random sampling of ten 3A hospitals with pediatric wards in Beijing and conducting an questionnaire survey of some nurses in those hospitals. Results The possibility of adverse events reporting increased with the awareness of adverse events which was related with their severity. Except for title, educational background, length of service, position and past experiences were not associated with the barriers. The major perceived barrier was fear of colleague relationship brokenup and some other undesirable consequence. Conclusions Better training of awareness of adverse events and changes of the punitive culture by the roots as well as some regulation or policy were the major solutions to improve incident reporting.

Objective To develop plaque assay for SARS virus, in order to provide a reliable means for SARS research. Methods SARS virus BJ 01 strain in various dilutions was inoculated to Vero E6 cells, the cells were then covered with nutritious agar. The titers of the plaque were measured by Dullbecco R method. Results The plaque of SARS virus appeared on the third day after the cell cultures infected with virus. The plaque was round in shape, 2.5-3 mm in diameter. Conclusion The plaque assay developed in present study was stable and regular, and it could be used in SARS research.

Obesity has rapidly become a pandemic and is associated with increased carcinogenesis, especially esophageal adeno-carcinoma (EA). Adipose tissue is considered an endocrine organ because of its capacity to secrete a variety of adipokines, such as leptin, adiponectin, and resistin. Adipokines have recently been found to be associated with different types of chronic esophageal diseas-es, including gastro-esophageal reflux diseases, Barrett esophagus, and carcinogenesis. First-hand evidence supporting the inhibitory and/or active function of adipokines has been collected on human EA. This review aims to provide important insights into the potential mechanisms of adipokines in EA progression.

Objective To elucidate the mechanism of radiation resistant effect of LyGDI on NSCLC A549 cells.Methods A549 and H460 cells were irradiated with X-rays of 0,2,4 and 6 Gy.The clone-forming assay was used to detect cell survival and radiosensitivity.The expressions of LyGDI and COX-2 (Cyclooxygenase-2),a key radiosensitivity-related protein,were detected using Western blot.The miR-34 families were analyzed with RT-PCR.50 nmol/L mature miR-34c was transfected into A549 cells.Results The expression levels of LyGDI and COX-2 were much higher in radioresistive A549 cells than that in H460 cells.While the expression of miR-34a was quite low and miR-34b/c was hardly found in both NSCLC cells.Transfection of miR-34c into A549 cells strongly enhanced X-ray induced apoptosis by inhibiting the activations of LyGDI,COX-2,Bcl-2 and p21.Conclusions Up-regulation of LyGDI could induce COX-2 expression.The low expression of miR-34 family might be responsible for the radiation resistance of NSCLC cells.

Objective To investigate a practical scientific method for measurement of thyroid remnant in endoscopic thyroidectomy via breast approach.Methods The clinical data of 95 hyperthyroid patients were reviewed and analyzed.The patients were submitted to endoscopic thyroidectomy via breast approach and bilateral subtotal thyroid resection were performed.Thyroid remnant were assessed by naked eyes in 32 cases,thyroid remnant measuring tape in 63 cases.The therapeutic effect was observed.Results All the operations were successfully performed.There was no dyspnea,bleeding,recurrent laryngeal nerve and thyroid gland injury,postoperative recovery was well.The function of thyroid gland was reviewed after operation every 2-3 months,and reviewed by color ultrasound after operation every 6 months.Followed up for 1.8-6.0 years.In 32 patients whose thyroid remnant were assessed by naked eyes,3 patients showed relapse after operation 3 months,2 patients developed hypothyroidism.In 63 patients whose thyroid remnant were assessed by thyroid remnant measuring tape,there had no relapse and hypothyroidism.Conclusion Using thyroid remnant measuring tape in endoscopic thyroidectomy,according to 3.0,2.0,0.5 measurement method,make 1.06 g/cm3 as standard,is scientific,practical and clinical feasible.