In this study,the relationship between the advanced glycation end products(AGEs) and the expressions of receptor for AGEs(RAGE),intercellular cell adhesion molecule-1(ICAM-1) was investigated.The diabetic rat model was reconstructed and the fluorescence method,RT-PCR and in-situ hybridization techniques were used to detect AGEs content and the expressions of RAGE and ICAM-1 gene in the aorta and cardiac tissues.The results showed that AGEs content in aortic and cardiac tissues increased(P＜0.01) in diabetic rats; The expressions of RAGE and ICAM-1 enhanced (P＜0.05～0.01) and were positively correlated with the quantity of AGEs accumulation(P＜0.01) in the aorta and cardiac tissue.These parameters change in the diabetic rats can be improved with aminoglumine(AG) treatment.Suggesting that AGEs might induce RAGE and ICAM-1 expression.It's postulated that AGEs binding to RAGE play an important role to result in diabetic endothelial cells dysfunction and lesion.

AIM:In order to improve the clarity and quality of Ginkgo leaf water-extraction solution,and optimize the production process. METHODS:The experiment was based on the optical absoiption and scattering rate,flocculation rate and loss in flavanones were used as two main parameters to estimate the effect of influencing factors on flocculation.It could be proved by analyzing the particle size in water-extraction solution before and after flocculation. RESULTS:The best flocculation technological parameters of water-extraction solution of Ginkgo leaf with chitosan were as follows:at flocculant concentration of 1.071 g/L,flocculation temperature of 40(?C),pH of 4.9. CONCLUSION:The flocculation of water-extraction solution of Ginkgo leaf with chitosan is effective and selective,it has the advantage over ethanol precipitation method.

Objective To establish HPLC fingerprint for the identification of Semen Cassiae. MethodsChromatographic fingerprint of Semen Cassiae was investigated by RP-HPLC and the gradient elution mode was applied to chromatographic separation. Data were analysed by fingerprint similarity evaluation software to compare the similarity of the samples. ResultsThe HPLC fingerprint of Semen Cassiae was established preliminarily. ConclusionHPLC Fingerprint method is repeatable and can be used in quality control of Semen Cassiae.

AIM: To evaluate the inhibitory effect of galactose (Gal)-polyethyleneimine (PEI)-c-myc antisense oligodeoxynucleotide (ASODN) complex on proliferation of human hepatocellular carcinoma cells. METHODS: Human hepatocellular carcinoma cell line Bel-7402 was treated with Gal-PEI-ASODN complex. Cell proliferation was tested by trypan blue dye at different time points and with various concentrations of ASODN treatment. Cell morphology was observed under inverted microscope, cell hypodiploid percentage was analyzed by flow cytometry and cell ultrastructure was observed through electron microscopy. RESULTS: Compared with ASODN group (20 ?mol/L) from (0 h) to 96 h, Gal-PEI-ASODN complex (with ASODN 0.75 ?mol/L) significantly suppressed Bel-7402 cells proliferation, the ASODN concentration within Gal-PEI-ASODN complex and time course acquired were significantly lower and shorter, respectively. Incubated with pure ASODN at different concentrations for 72 hours, cell proliferation was inhibited and IC_(50) was 20.9 ?mol/L; while mediated with galactose receptor for 48 hours, ASODN significantly inhibited cell proliferation and IC_(50) was only 0.294 ?mol/L, the inhibitory efficacy of ASODN enhanced 70.9 folds. While Bel-7402 cells were incubated with Gal-PEI-ASODN complex for 48 hours, cell hypodiploid percentage was much higher than ASODN groups and cell apoptosis was seen under electron microscopy. CONCLUSIONS: Galactose receptor mediated ASODN delivery may significantly increase proliferation inhibition efficacy on Bel-7402 cells. [

Medical staff must pay attention to the following ethical questions during the salvage of SARS patients: (1)respecting SARS patients' dignity and personality; (2)respecting SARS patients' right of hospitalizing equally ; (3)adjusting SARS districts' ethical relationship between patients and doctors; (4)respecting SARS patients' informed consent right; (5)not ignoring the caring of SARS patients until the last;etc.

Objective To investigate the value of CT scans in differential diagnosis of thyroid neoplasm.Methods CT findings ofthyroid neoplasm in 29 cases including 8 cases thyroid adenoma,4 cases nodular goiter and 17 cases thyroid carcinoma identified by operation and pathology were analyzed retrospectively.Results The contour of thyroid adenoma was distinct,a completely enhanced ring in 5 cases and enhanced nodules in 3 cases were showed on contrast-enhanced scan.4 cases of nodular goiter showed homogenous cystic low density the lesions were localized and distinct in contour,the cystic wall could be seen.Thyroid carcinoma appeared unhomogenous density,the edges contour of lesion was not distinct and infiltration on adjacent tissue might be seen.Conclusion CT scan might play an important role in diagnosis and differential diagnosis of thyroid neoplasm.

Objective To investigate the effect of two modes of ventilation on pediatric patients undergoing lung lobectomy.Methods Forty ASA Ⅰ～Ⅲ patients aged 2～10 years,undergoing lung lobectomy were randomly divided into VCV and PCV group(n=20).After general anesthesia,patients in VCV group were ventilated on volume-control mode maintaining 30min and then changed into pressure-control mode;patients in PCV group were ventilated on pressure-control mode maintaining 30min and then changed into volume-control mode.Ppeak,Pplat,Raw,MVI,MVE and EtCO2 were measured according to SSS monitor system.All the patients were treated with traumatic blood pressure measurement,and all the patients were analyzed during the period of pre-operation,30min and 60min after ventilation.Results Compared with VCV group,breathing mechanics MVI and MVE in the PCV group were increased(t=4.135,3.988,P＜0.05)and PaO2 in the PCV group was significantly increased(t=3.183,P＜0.05),as compared with those on volume-control mode.Conclusion PCV mode was benefit for preventing low oxygen in lung lobectomy surgery.

Objective To comprehensively analyze the effect and various detection indicators of leucocyte depletion suspended red blood cells(RBC) prepared by different storage time and different manufacturers of leucocyte depletion instrument to provide some decision-making basis for peers .Methods Two hundreds and forty bags of suspended RBC(1 ,1 .5 ,2 U) prepared from whole blood by 4 manufacturers were randomly collected and preserved in (4 ± 2)℃ dedicated refrigerator according to different specifica-tions .Then the sterile quick-release connector was used to take 240 leucocyte depletion suspended RBC samples of same specifica-tions and different shelf lives of 0 ,7 ,14 ,21 ,28 ,35 d by different manufacturers .Their capacity ,hematocrit ,leukocyte residues ,plas-ma free hemoglobin content and hemoglobin content were detected ,and the hemolysis rate at the end of shelf life was calculated .Re-sults The effect of leucocyte depletion suspended RBC by the same manufacturer had no statistical difference among different spec-ifications (P>0 .05);the capacity and plasma free hemoglobin content in the same specification had statistical difference among difference among different manufacturers (P<0 .05);the free hemoglobin and hemolysis rate at the end of shelf life in the same manufacturer had statistical difference among different preserving time (P<0 .05) .Conclusion By comprehensive considering the results of indexes of capacity ,hematocrit ,filter time ,free hemoglobin content and hemolysis rate ,our station chose the Shandong Weigao and Fresenius disposable leucocyte depletion plastic bags for ensuring the leucocyte depletion effect ,and safety and efficacy of RBC transfusion .

[Objective]To discuss the technique and outcome in the treatment of old nonunion of long bone fracture by using autologous fibula plate alone or combination with internal fixator plates.[Method]Fifty-seven patients(41 males and 16 females;average age of 41.6 years)with nonunion of long bone fracture were recruited.Of them 18 had short deformity(average 2.6 cm)and 12 had angled deformity(average 15?).Average time was 12 months(6-36 months).The sclerosed cortex was removed at both ends of the nonunion long bone.A suitable length of fibula plate were transplanted by screw with or without internal fixator plates.[Result]The follow-up average time was 3 years(ranged,1 to 6 years).At 1,3,6,12,24 months after operation,the outcome was analyzed by radiography.Bone healing was found in all 57 patients,with an average of 15 weeks(8-24 weeks).All the patients exhibited a good function in walking and burdening.No nonunion occurred.[Conclusion]Autologous fibula plate with or without internal fixator plates for nonunion of long bone fracture can facilitate healing and early functional recovery.This therapeutic method is an ideal technique in treating patients with nonunion of long bone fracture.

Synthetic pesticides-pyrethroids have been widely used in agriculture and in households. Most of them are the environmental hormone substances. Pyrethroids have toxic effects on animals and humans,inducing teratogenicity,carcinogenicity and mutagenicity. In the present paper,the typical animals-fish,mice and rats were choosen for the health risk assessment,and the research progresses on adverse effects of pyrethroids in nervous toxicology,physiological and biochemical toxicology,reproductive toxicology were summerized,as well as the effects of the animal enzymes and immune system.