1.Far lateral lumbar disc herniation:recent progress in its treatment
Journal of Interventional Radiology 2015;(10):928-931
The concept of far lateral lumbar disc herniation was firstly reported by Abdullah in 1974. The diagnosis of far lateral lumbar disc herniation is based on the discography findings as well as on clinical manifestations. Far lateral lumbar disc herniation is a special type of lumbar disc herniation. Clinically, far lateral lumbar disc herniation is less seen than other types of lumbar disc herniation, it accounts for 0.7%-11.7% of total lumbar intervertebral disc protrusion. Although the incidence of far lateral lumbar disc herniation is lower, its symptoms are usually heavier and its protrusion sites are specific. Its treatment methods are more complex, including mainly conservative treatment, minimally invasive interventional therapy and surgical management, etc. This paper aims to make a review about the recent progress in its corresponding treatment.
2.Effect of tirofiban hydrochloride in the treatment of coronary heart disease and its influence on homocysteine level
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy 2017;24(13):1921-1925
Objective To investigate the effect of tirofiban hydrochloride in the treatment of coronary heart disease and its influence on homocysteine level.Methods 92 patients with coronary heart disease were selected as research subjects.They were randomly divided into the observation group and the control group,46 cases in each group.The control group was treated with anti-thrombotic,nitrates and other conventional western medicine.The observation group was treated with tirofiban hydrochloride based on the conventional treatment.Results The total effective rate of the observation group was 95.65%,which was higher than 82.61% of the control group,the difference was significant (χ2=4.039,P<0.05).And the homocysteine level in the observation group was (5.38±1.02)μmol/L,which was lower than (7.27±1.19)μmol/L in the control group,the difference was statistically significant (t=8.179,P<0.01).After treatment,the cardiac function CO level[(4.96±0.98)L/min],EF level[(62.48±11.16)%]and SV level[(86.37±11.47)mL]in the observation group were higher than those in the control group,the differences were statistically significant (t=2.271,2.954,2.911,all P<0.05).After treatment,the hs-CRP level[(4.25±1.32)mg/L]and Fib level[(3.14±0.73)g/L] in the observation group were lower than those in the control group,the differences were statistically significant (t=7.981,3.174,all P<0.01).ConclusionTirofiban hydrochloride in the treatment of coronary heart disease can effectively contribute to the reduction of homocysteine levels and alleviate atherosclerosis lesion progression,not only can reduce severity of myocardial ischemia and fibrinogen and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein levels,but also can reduce the thrombosis and inflammation produced by the degree of harm to the patients.
3.Clinical Study on Heat-sensitive Moxibustion for Poisonous Snakebites-induced Bladder Dysfunction of Different Degrees
Shanghai Journal of Acupuncture and Moxibustion 2016;35(7):833-835
Objective To observe the safety and severity of heat-sensitive moxibustion in treating poisonous snakebites-induced bladder dysfunction of different degrees.Method Twenty-six patients diagnosed with bladder dysfunction due to poisonous snakebites were examined by type-B ultrasonic scanning for residual urine volume and uroflowmetry. The patients were treated with heat-sensitive moxibustion. The residual urine volume and uroflowmetry parameters were compared between different severity degrees of bladder dysfunction before and after treatment.Result The residual urine volumes were changed significantly in the mild group and moderate group after treatment (P<0.01); the residual urine volume showed insignificant change after treatment in the severe group (P>0.05). The maximum urine flow rate (Qmax) was significantly changed in the mild group after the treatment (P<0.05); the Qmax was insignificantly changed in the moderate and severe groups after treatment (P>0.05).Conclusion Heat-sensitive moxibustion is significantly effective in treating mild-moderate bladder dysfunction due to poisonous snakebites, and it’s safe and reliable.
4.Advance in the development of modified vaccinia virus Ankara (MVA)vectors for novel influenza vaccines
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses 2017;33(3):222-227
Influenza,caused by influenza virus,is a respiratory infectious disease with a serious hazard to human health.Prevention of influenza through vaccine development is the most effective strategy.It is important to build a rapid response platform for research and production of influenza vaccine.As virus vectors,live vaccine provides a new prevention and treatment way for infectious disease.Modified vaccinia virus Ankara(MVA) is a replication-deficient viral vector that is safe and can encode one or more foreign antigens and induce humoral and cellular immune response.MVA holds great promise as a vaccine platform.In this review,we discuss the use of MVA for vaccine development against influenza virus.
5.Study on the effect of Tianqi Jiangtang capsules combined with metformin on blood viscosity, cognitive disorder in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus complicated with cerebral microvascular lesions
Chinese Journal of Biochemical Pharmaceutics 2017;37(7):123-125,128
Objective To investigate the effect of Tianqi Jiangtang capsules combined with metformin on blood viscosity, cognitive disorder in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus complicated with cerebral microvascular lesions.Methods 76 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus complicated with cerebral microvascular lesions were divided into the observation group and the control group according to odd and even numbers, 38 cases in each group.The observation group were given Tianqi Jiangtang capsules combined with metformin while the control group were received metformin alone.The clinical curative effect, adverse reactions were compared between the two groups.The total score of TCM symptoms, blood glucose, blood lipid, high-sensitivity C reactive protein(hs-CRP), hemorheology and Mini Mental State Examination(MMSE)scores were determined before and after treatment.Results The total effective rate in the observation group(89.47%)was significantly higher than that in the control group(71.05%)(P< 0.05);After treatment, the total score of TCM symptoms, FPG, 2 h PG, hs-CRP, TC, TG, LDL-C, whole blood viscosity at high shear, whole blood viscosity at low shear, plasma viscosity and hematocrit were significantly lower than those before treatment, while MMSE scores were significantly higher(P< 0.05), and the above indexes in the observation group after treatment were significantly better than those in the control group(P< 0.05).There were no significant adverse reactions in the 2 groups.Conclusion Tianqi Jiangtang Capsules combined with metformin is safe and effective in the treatment of elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus complicated with cerebral microvascular lesions.It can significantly improve lipid metabolism and hemorheology, reduce blood viscosity, and alleviate cognitive disorder.
6.Research advances in glucocorticoid-induced growth retardation
Chinese Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism 2021;37(1):64-68
Glucocorticoid is an important treatment for many pediatric diseases and it often leads to osteoporosis, osteonecrosis of the femoral head, and growth retardation. Among them, glucocorticoid-induced growth retardation has been a particular focus in the treatment of children patients, which leads to a decrease in final height. The mechanism of glucocorticoid-induced growth retardation is complex, and there is no safe and effective treatment.This article summarized the mechanisms underlying glucocorticoid-inhibited longitudinal bone growth and reviewed the potential therapeutic targets discovered in recent years.
7.Revision of Research Capacity Self-rating Scales of Nursing Staff and its reliability and validity
Huihui YIN ; Anchun YIN ; Xiujie ZHANG ; Man YUAN
Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2016;32(8):630-637
Objective To revise the Research Capacity Self-Rating Scales of Nursing Staff and test its reliability and validity.Methods Based on the definition of scientific research capacity,the initial dimensions and items of Research Capacity Self-Rating Scales of Nursing Staff was formed by literature review,semi-structured interview and experts evaluation.The content validity was evaluated by experts,and the face validity by nursing staffs.600 nurses were investigated by convenient sampling.The reliability and validity and discrimination of the scale were tested.Results Research Capacity Self-Rating Scales of Nursing Staff were selected in 7 dimensions including the capacity of find problem,research design,scientific research practice,innovation,information retrieval,data processing and writing.Scale-level Content validity index was 0.94.The Cronbach alpha coefficient of Research Capacity Self-rating Scales of Nursing Staff was 0.964,the Cronbach alpha coefficients of the seven dimensions were 0.771-0.975,split-half reliability was 0.885.Seven factors were extracted by using principal factor analysis,cumulative contribution was 71.002%.The correlation coefficient between the Scientific Research Capacity Self-rating Scales of Nursing Staff and General Self-Efficacy Scale was 0.649 (P=0.000).The discrimination was better.Conclusions The Research Capacity Self-rating Scales of Nursing Staff revised shows good reliability and validity.It can objectively evaluate scientific research capacity of nursing staff and provide scientific reference for further improving the research capacity of the nursing staff.
8.Intervention of Tert-butyl Hydroperoxide-Induced Injury in Human Umbilical Cord Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells with Ginkgo Biloba Extract
Journal of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2015;(3):458-463
Objective To observe the intervention effect of Ginkgo biloba extract EGb761 on tert-butyl hydroperoxide ( t-BHP)-induced injury in human umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells ( hUC-MSCs) . Methods Proliferation of hUC-MSCs after primary culture was detected by methyl thiazolyl tetrazolium (MTT) assay, and then the optimal concentrations of t-BHP and EGb761 for oxidative stress injured MSC model were screened. Cell apoptosis was assessed by flow cytometry after Annexin V-fluorescein isothiocyanatel propidium iodide ( Annexin V-FITC/PI) staining. Content of malondialdehyde ( MDA) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity in hUC-MSCs were evaluated, and the expression levels of p53 and p21Cip1/Waf1 were analyzed by real-time fluorescence PCR. Results Pretreatment with 10~200 mg/L of EGb761 for 3 hours reduced the sensitivity of hUC-MSCs to t-BHP ( 100 μmol/L) induced proliferation inhibition, while EGb761 over 100 mg/L had no significant effect on enhancing the protection of hUC-MSCs . EGb761 at 100 mg/L prohibited hUC-MSCs apoptosis and MDA accumulation in hUC-MSCs induced by 100μmol/L of t-BHP acting for 6 hours, maintained the enzymatic activity of SOD, and decreased the expression of p53 and p21Cip1/Waf1 in hUC-MSCs with t-BHP-induced injury. Conclusion EGb761 is capable of protecting hUC-MSCs against oxidative stress injury, and its mechanism is probably related with the modulation of p53/p21 signal pathway.
9.Effect of CO_2 Pneumoperitoneum during Laparoscopy on Migration of GFP-labeled Living Cells into the Liver through Blood Route
Xihong YUAN ; Kai YIN ; Jun GAO
Chinese Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery 2005;0(11):-
Objective To study the effect of CO2 pneumoperitoneum on migration of GFP-labeled living cells into the liver through blood route in rat model.Methods SD rats was inoculated intraportally with high-dose(5?106) GFP-labeled liver cells from C57BL/6 mice after cutting belly open.Pneumoperitoneum was established immediately after closing the abdominal wall.The rats were randomly divided into four groups(n=10 in each) to receive CO2 pneumoperitoneum at 5,10,or 15 mmHg,or no treatment other than cells inoculation(control).The pneumoperitoneum was maintained for 30 min.Afterwards,the rats were euthanized by cervical dislocation,and the liver of the rats was removed for fast frozen section biopsy.The expression of GFP-labeled living cells in rat livers was compared between the groups.Results No significant difference was detected in the positive expression of GFP-labeled cells between the groups(8 rats in the control group,9 in the 5 mm Hg group,9 in the 10 mm Hg group,and 10 in the 15 mm Hg group,?2=2.222,P=0.528).The mean number of GFP-positive cells in the four groups was 6.63?2.45(control),7.67?2.83(5 mm Hg),13.89?4.37(10 mm Hg),and 15.50?6.29(15 mm Hg).There was significant differences between the four groups(F=10.78,P=0.000).In addition,the numbers of GFP-positive cells in the high pressure groups(15 mm Hg and 10 mm Hg) were significantly higher than that in the low pressure group(5 mm Hg) and the control(P
10.Simultaneous determination of danshensu,protocatechuic aldehyde,caffeic acid,rosmarinci acid,salvianolic acid B,and salvianolic acid A in Xiangdan Injection by HPLC
Jicheng YUAN ; Yongqin YIN ; Zhibin SHEN
Chinese Traditional and Herbal Drugs 2009;0(S1):-
Objective To establish an HPLC method to determine simultaneously the content of six water-soluble chemical constituents (danshensu,protocatechuic aldehyde,caffeic acid,rosmarinci acid,salvianolic acid B,and salvianolic acid A) in Xiangdan Injection,and to compare their content discrepancy of Xiangdan Injection from 20 manufacturers.Methods The HPLC method was established.The column was Alltima C18 (250 mm?4.6 mm,5 ?m) at the gradient elution mode with the flow rate of 1.0 mL/min,column temperature was kept at 25 ℃ and the detector was set at 288 nm.Results Six components were separated clearly.The relationship between the concentration and the peak areas of the six compounds was all linear.The precision,stability,repetition,and average recovery were complied with the limit.Significant difference was found in contents of six chemical constituents in Xiangdan Injections from different manufacturers that the variation of salvianolic acid A content was the most distinct and danshensu was the most quietly.Conclusion The method has been successfully used to quanlify the six compounds in Xiangdan Injection,and then,can offer the reference for the quality control of Xiangdan Injections roundly.