1.Content Determination of Six Types of Heavy Metals in Pian-Zai-Huang Gan-Bao Tablets by ICP-MS
Juan YU ; Shouying DU ; Jue CHEN
World Science and Technology-Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2014;(8):1789-1795
This study was aimed to develop an ICP-MS method to determine contents of six types of heavy metals, which include Cr, Pb, Cd, As, Hg and Cu, in Pian-Zai-Huang Gan-Bao (PZHGB) tablets. The samples were pro-cessed by microwave digestion. And then, they were determined by ICP-MS. The results showed that the working curves of Cr, Cu, As, Cd, Hg and Pb had good linear relationships with the correlation coefficient which was more than 0.9993. The average recovery rate of Cr was 101.2%. The relative standard deviation (RSD) was 7.6%. The av-erage recovery rate of Cu was 96.4%, with the RSD of 3.5%. The average recovery rate of As was 101.3%, with the RSD of 1.8%. The average recovery rate of Cd was 100.2%, with the RSD of 0.3%. The average recovery rate of Hg was 100.5%, with the RSD of 4.2%. The average recovery rate of Pb was 104.2%, with the RSD of 5.6%. It was concluded that the method was stable and reliable, with high sensitivity and repeatability. This method can be used in the content determination of six types of heavy metals, which include Cr, Pb, Cd, As, Hg and Cu in PZHGB tablets.
2.Effect of Fucongxiang Liquid on Hippocampal Neurons in Rat Models with Vascular Dementia
Shangzhen YU ; Changying ZHAO ; Juan DU
Journal of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2004;0(05):-
【Objective】 To investigate the effect of Fucongxiang Liquid (FL) on hippocampal CA1 neurons in rat models with vascular dementia. 【Methods】 Forty SD rots were randomized to four groups: pseudo-operation group, model group, Naofukang group and FL group. Rat models with vascular dementia were established by repeated cerebral ischemia/reperfusion combined with decreasing blood pressure and then were given with normal saline, Naofukang and FL respectively for 15 days. After treatment, the brain of mrs was taken out to make slices for hematoxylin and eosin staining to observe the histomorphological changes of hippocampal CA1 neurons. 【Results】 As compared with the pseudooperation group, a large amount of damaged, degenerative or even necrotic neurons were fotmd in the model group; FL and Naofukang could reduce the damage of neurons to different extents. 【Conclusion】 FL exerts a protective effect on hippocampal CA1 neurons in mice models with vascular dementia.
3.Clinical Efficacy of Levofloxacin and Azithromycinin in the Treatment of Mycoplasma Pneumonia
Sijing LU ; Yu LIU ; Juan DU ; Xue JIAO
China Pharmacy 2007;0(28):-
OBJECTIVE:To observe clinical efficacy and safety of levofloxacin and azithromycin in the treatment of community acquired mycoplasma pneumonia (CAMP).METHODS:A total of 108 patients with CAMP were randomly divided into group A and group B (n=54).Group A received intravenous administration of levofloxacin (0.6 g,qd) and group B intravenous administration of azithromycinin (0.5 g,qd) for 7 days.The clinical efficacy and ADR of 2 groups were observed.RESULTS:The total effective rates of group A and group B were 83% and 56%,there was significant difference between 2 groups (P0.05).CONCLUSION:The clinical efficacy of levofloxacin in the treatment for CAMP is better than that of azithromycin.Levofloxacin and azithromycin have good safety.
4.Construction and Application of Zhejiang Province Internet Platform in Medical Science and Technology Project Novelty As-sessment and Selective Dissemination of Information
Yingying YU ; Junyi XIN ; Juan DU ; Haixiang HU ; Hongyu WANG
Journal of Medical Informatics 2009;30(7):27-30
The paper introduces the system design of internet platform in novelty assessment and selective dissemination of informa-tion of medical science and technology project in Zhejiang province, including the exploitation of environment , processing of novelty as-sessment and selective dissemination of information as well as main function design. This system has noticeable advantages, such as com-prehensive functions, multiple participation, transparent service process, which could finish the relevant work on the internet, improve the quality of information service and enhance the efficiency.
5.Extraskeletal myxoid chondrosarcoma:a clinicopathological analysis
Sangao FANG ; Yu LI ; Qiang MA ; Juan DU ; Li LIN ; Hualiang XIAO
China Oncology 2013;(9):728-732
Background and purpose: Extraskeletal myxoid chondrosarcoma (EMC) is a malignancy of uncertain differentiation tumor characterized by a multinodular structure and abundant myxoid matrix. Its preferred sites were the deep soft tissues of the extremities. The aim of this study was to investigate the clinicopathologic characteristics, diagnosis and differential diagnosis of EMC. Methods: Seven cases of EMC were analyzed for clinicopathological and immunohistochemical features with review of the related literature. Results: It occurred predominantly in females (male/female=2︰5). Five cases were located in low extremities and two in upper limb girdles, more commonly near the joint. Grossly, the masses showed as grey, lobular and somewhat transparent with a relatively well-deifned margin. Microscopically, the small ovary or plump spindle-shaped cells arranged in strand and cord patterns and lobular architecture which separated by delicate fibrous networks with an abundant myxoid but hypovascular background. And the tumors were immunoreactive for vimentin, and partly for S-100 and EMA, meanwhile, negative for CK. Conclusion:EMC is a rare soft tissue sarcoma with distinctive histopathological features. It should be distinguished from some mimics especially those tumors with a myxoid stroma or chondroid differentiation, such as chordoma and chondrosarcoma.
6.Effect of adaptive group psychological training on mental quality and emotion of soldiers
Guoyu YANG ; Lifei WANG ; Tingting TUO ; Juan JANG ; Jing TU ; Liying GAN ; Yongju YU ; Zheng DU
Chinese Journal of Behavioral Medicine and Brain Science 2012;21(9):829-831
ObjectiveTo study the effect of adaptive group psychological training on mental quality and emotion of soldiers.MethodsA total of 48 soldiers ( experiment group) received group psychological training and read a textbook,Mental Quality Training for soldiers,for 3 months,and the other 45 soldiers served as control group.Armyman mental quality inventory (AMQI),self-rating depression scale (SDS) and state-trait anxiety inventory(STAI) were employed to evaluate the mental quality and emotion of soldiers before and after training.All data were analyzed by paired-sample t test.Results ①As compared with pre-training,the AMQI scores of training group increased significantly in bravery ( 71.50 ± 9.59 ),self-confidence ( 68.24 ± 8.36 ),aptitude ( 74.54 ± 10.81 ),loyalty(75.29 ± 8.08 ) and general score ( 359.07 ± 20.30 ) (P < 0.05,P < 0.01 ) ; and no significant difference were found in those of control group(P > 0.05 ).②When compared with pre-training,the scores of SDS (39.00 ±8.38),SAI(40.14 ±9.92),TAI(41.16 ±7.47) and STAI(81.30 ± 12.52) of training group decreased significantly (P < 0.05,P< 0.01 ) ; and no significant difference was found in those of control group(P >0.05 ).ConclusionGroup psychological training can improve mental quality of soldiers,which is helpful to relax anxiety and depression of soldiers.
7.Clinical significance of non - mydriatic fundus photography in screening for preschool children ocular fundus disease
Jun, LUO ; Yi-Lan, TAN ; Fen, DU ; Yu, CHEN ; Li-Juan, TAO
International Eye Science 2014;(6):1179-1180
AIM:To observe the incidence of ocular fundus disease in preschool children examined by non-mydriatic fundus camera and evaluate its effectiveness compared with direct inspection shadow mirror.
METHODS: Three thousand eight hundred and ninety-six preschool children from April 2012 to October 2013 were examined by Topcon TRC-NW300 color fluorescence fundus camera and direct inspection shadow mirror, and images were saved immediately.
RESULTS: Detection rate of non - mydriatic fundus photography was higher than that of direct inspection shadow mirror. In 3 896 cases, 41 eyes were detected abnormal fundus accounting for 1. 05%. The retinal myelinated nerve fibers, morning glory syndrome, retinitis pigmentosa, congenital retinoschisis were common, accounted for 24. 39%, 21. 95%, 14. 63%, 12-20% respectively. The children eye diseases were often accompanied by abnormal vision (68. 30%), ametropia (63. 41%), strabismus (19. 51%).
CONCLUSION:Non-mydriatic fundus photography is a mydriatic method without medicine, so it is easy for preschool children to accept. Image results could directly display the fundus lesions. It shows important significance in the screening for preschool children eye diseases.
8.Impact of fluorine and aluminum and both action combined on the number of rat osteoclasts and bone resorption cultured in vitro
Guang, DU ; Mao-juan, YU ; Xiao-ya, XU ; Wei-fang, JIN ; Jian-jun, GAO
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2013;32(4):370-373
Objective To determine the impact of fluorine and aluminum,and both action combined on the number of rat osteoclasts and bone resorption cultured in vitro and to explore its mechanisms.Methods The osteoclasts and bone marrow stromal cells (BMSCs) isolated from long bone of new born rats were cultured,respectively,in TC199 medium (containing 10% fetal bovine serum) with fluoride,aluminum and fluoride combined with aluminum.The osteoclasts were inoculated in 96-well culture plate and ivory slice,BMSCs in 6-well culture plate,and culture medium was changed after 2 hours incubation.The cells were divided into control group,fluoride group,aluminum group and fluoride combined with aluminum group; the doses of sodium fluoride were 0,1.0 × 10-4,0,1.0 × 10-4 mol/L and the doses of aluminum chloride were 0,0,1.0 × 10-5,1.0 × 10-5 mol/L,respectively.Tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase (TRAP) staining positive cells were counted under light microscope after TRAP staining on the 5th day and the pit formed in ivory slices were measured by histomorphometry after staining with toludine blue.The expression of osteoprotegerin(OPG) and receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B ligand (RANKL) was detected by real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR in BMSCs after 8 h treatment.Results ① Fluoride,aluminum and the interactive effects of fluoride and aluminum all had impact on the numbers of osteoclasts (F =7.15,6.56 and 7.98,respectively,all P < 0.05).The numbers of osteoclasts in fluoride group,aluminum group and fluoride combined with aluminum group[(136.9 ± 22.99),(135.4 ± 23.5),(163.0 ± 24.4) per well] were higher than that in the control group[(92.5 ± 22.1) per well,all P < 0.05].② Fluoride,aluminum and the interactive effects of fluoride and aluminum all had impact on the resorption pit area on ivory slices(F =10.47,12.64,14.29,respectively,all P < 0.05).The resorption pit area on ivory slices in fluoride group,aluminum group and fluoride combined with aluminum group[(0.242 ± 0.031),(0.293 ± 0.026),(0.333 ± 0.016)mm2 per slice] was higher than that in the control group [(0.088 ± 0.030)mm2 per slice,all P < 0.05].③Fluoride,aluminum and the interactive effects of fluoride and aluminum all had impact on the expression ratios of RANKL/OPG in BMSCs (F =8.15,15.38,23.59,respectively,all P < 0.05).The expression ratios of RANKL/OPG in BMSCs in fluoride group,aluminum group and fluoride combined with aluminum group [(193.98 ± 137.93)%,(326.11 ± 176.78)%,(599.84 ± 275.82)%] were higher than that in the control group[(100.00 ± 56.02)%,all P < 0.05].Conclusions Both fluoride and aluminum can cause increase in the number of osteoclasts in vitro and promote cell differentiation and bone resorption activity,which may be related to increased expression ratio of RANKL/OPG mRNA in BMSCs.The stimulating effects of fluoride on osteoclasts differentiation and bone resorption is enhanced by aluminum.
9.Effects of fluorosis on osteoclasts's quantity and bone resorption function in vitro
Guang, DU ; Mao-juan, YU ; Xiao-ya, XU ; Wei-fang, JIN ; Jian-jun, GAO
Chinese Journal of Endemiology 2011;30(3):266-269
Objective To determine the effects of fluoride on osteoclasts's quantity and bone resorption function in vitro and its mechanisms. Methods The osteoclasts and bone marrow stromal cells(BMSCs) isolated from long bone of new born rats were cultured respectively in TC199 medium (containing 10% fetal bovine serum) with fluoride. The osteoclasts were inoculated in 96-well culture plate and ivory slice, BMSCs were inoculated in 6- well culture plate, respectively, medium were changed after 2 hours incubation. They were divided into control group, low-dose fluoride, medium-dose fluoride and high-dose fluoride groups, the doses of sodium fluoride were 0,2.5 × 10-5,5.0 × 10-5,10.0 × 10-5 mol/L, respectively. Tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase(TRAP) staining positive cells were counted under light microscope after TRAP staining on the 2nd and the 5th day and the pit formed in ivory slices were measured by histomorphometry after staining with toludine blue. The expression of receptor activator of NK-κβ ligand(RANKL) and osteoprotegerin(OPC) was detected by real-time fluorescence quantitative (337.5 ± 70.5), (447.5 ± 43.4), (472.9 ± 34.8), (475.3 ± 24.3)/well in the control group, the low-dose, mediumdose and high-dose fluoride groups, respectively. The differences were statistically significant between these groups and the control group (all P < 0.05). After in vitro culture for 5 days, the numbers of osteoclasts were (92.5 ± 22.1), (123.0 ± 26.4), (135.5 ± 22.2), (136.9 ± 23.0) per well in the control group, the low-dose, medium-dose and high-dose fluoride groups, respectively. The differences were statistically significant between these groups and the (0.088 ± 0.030), (0.100 ± 0.018), (0.152 ± 0.015), (0.242 ± 0.031 )mm2 per piece in the control group, the lowdose, medium-dose and high-dose fluoride groups, respectively. The values of medium-dose and high-dose fluoride BMSCs in the control group, the low-dose, medium-dose and high-dose fluoride groups were 100.00 ± 56.02, 144.95 ± 97.21,223.25 ± 184.48,193.98 ± 137.93, respectively. The values of medium-dose and high-dose fluoride groups were significantly higher than that of control group (all P < 0.05). Conclusions Fluoride can cause increase in the number of osteoclasts in vitro and promote their cell differentiation and bone resorption activity, which may be related to increased expression ratio of RANKL/OPG mRNA in BMSCs.
10.An epidemiologic study of the relation between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and glycosylated hemoglobin among middle-aged and aged people
Changxi CHEN ; Juan DU ; Yimin XU ; Xiaofei CHEN ; Rong YU ; Yushan MAO ; Chuanyong GUO
Chinese Journal of Internal Medicine 2015;54(6):517-520
Objective To study the correlation between non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1 c) in middle-aged and aged population.Methods A total of 4 127 inservice workers and retirees aged 45 years old or above from one petrochemical enterprise in Ningbo were enrolled in our study.The waistline,body mass index,blood pressure,fasting blood-glucose,blood lipid profile,glutamyltranspeptidase,HbA1c and epigastrium B ultrasound were investigated.According to the quartile of HbA1c level,participants were divided into four groups,namely,Q1 group ≤5.2%,Q2 group > 5.2%-5.4%,Q3 > 5.4%-5.6% and Q4 group > 5.6%.The prevalence of NAFLD and clinical characteristics of each group were analyzed.Logistic regression was used to predict independent risk factors of NAFLD.Results The morbidity of NAFLD was 27.2% with 31.9% in male and 21% in female,which was significantly higher in men.In Q1,Q2,Q3 and Q4 group,the prevalence of NAFLD were 18.5% (178/961),22.8% (185/812),25.6% (280/1 095),38.1% (480/1 259) respectively.With the increase of HbA1 c level,the morbidity of NAFLD increased synchronously.The age,systolic pressure,total cholesterol,low densitylipoprotein cholesterin and fasting blood-glucose were all elevated according to the increase of HbA1 c in 1 123 NAFLD patients.Multi-factor logistic regression analysis indicated that high HbAlc level was the risk factor of NAFLD (OR =1.67,95% CI 1.15-2.43,P =0.007).Conclusion HbA1c is an independent risk factor of NAFLD and both of these are closely related to blood lipid metabolism disorder.