Objective: To investigate the cytotoxic effects of geldanamycin on human ovarian cancer SKOV3 cells, and to explore the possible mechanisms of apoptosis and cell proliferation inhibition of SKOV3 cells induced by geldanamycin. Methods: MTT method was performed to evaluate the inhibitory effects of geldanamycin alone or in combination with cisplatin on proliferation of SKOV3 cells. Cell cycle and apoptosis rate of SKOV3 cells treated with geldanamycin were detected by flow cytometry. The expressions of Akt and Raf-1 proteins were examined by immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry. Results: The proliferation of SKOV3 cells was inhibited by different concentrations of geldanamycin in a time- and dose-dependent manners (P<0.05). Different concentrations of geldanamycin strengthened the inhibitory effect of cisplatin on proliferation of SKOV3 cells, and this inhibitory effect was strengthened with the increased concentration of geldanamycin within a certain concentration range. The apoptosis rate of SKOV3 cells was raised up gradually after treatment with 0-2000 nmol/L geldanamycin for 48 h, and the number of cells in G2/M phase was increased significantly (P<0.05). The results of immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry showed that the expressions of Akt and Raf-1 proteins in SKOV3 cells induced by geldanamycin were significantly down-regulated in a dose-dependent manner (P<0.05). Conclusion: Geldanamycin can inhibit the cell proliferation and induce the apoptosis of human ovarian cancer SKOV3 cells in vitro , which may be associated with downregulation of the expressions of Akt and Raf-1 proteins. Copyright© 2011 by TUMOR.

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Objective To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of immunosuppression regimens,postoperative complications,dead causes and risk factors of lung transplantation (LTx).Methods The immunosuppression regimens and clinical data of 100 patients with end-stage lung diseases receiving LTx in our hospital were retrospectively analyzed between Sept.2002 to Dec.2010.There were 72 patients subject to single LTx and 28 patients to bilateral LTx,amongst them 61 patients received LTx under circulation support,including 5 cases of cardopulmonary bypass (CPB) support and 56 cases of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support.The immunosuppression regimens including Cyclosporin,mycophemolate Mofeil and corticosteroids were utilized in 53 recipients before the year of 2007,and Cyclosporin was switched to Tacrolimus in 47 patients after 2007.All the patients received Daclizumab or Basiliximab as immunosuppression induction regimens.Results The 1-,2-,3-and 5-year survival rate after LTx was 73.3％,61.6％,53.5％ and 40.7％ respectively.The mean survival time post-transplant in the patients who received Cyclosporin-based regimens and Tacrolimus-based regimens were (36.57 ± 3.44) months and (35.00 ± 2.33) months,repectively,with no significant differences (P＞0.05).The main causes of mortality included primary graft dysfunction (PGD),acute rejection (AR),bronchiolitis obliterans (BOS) and sepsis.The incidence of AR and BOS in Tacrolimus group was significantly lower than that in Cyclosporin grou (P ＜0.05),but the incidence of diabetes mellitus was significantly higher in Tacrolimus group.Analysis of Spearman rank correlation revealed that there was a direct correlation between the incidence of AR and BOS (r =0.340,P＜0.01).The use of circulation support,diagnosis of IPF,postoperative complications such as AR,BOS and infection were associated with decreased survival time postoperatively,in both univariate and multivariate proportional hazards regression models (P＜0.05).Conclusion Cyclosporin-and Tacrolimus-based regimens were both effective immunosuppression strategies postoperatively,Consummate follow-up surveillance and prompt treatment of complications were the key points in prolongation of survival time and improving quality of life after LTx.

Objective To study the growth effect of human cholangiocarcinoma cell line QBC939 treated by norcantharidin (NCTD) and preliminary illustrate the potential mechanism.Methods The human cholangiocarcinoma cell line QBC939 was detected by MTT assay,flow cytometry,immunocytochemistry after the treatment of NCTD in vitro.Results NCTD displayed inhibitory effect on growth of QBC939 from different doses of 0.125,0.75,2.5,10,120 μg/ml after 48 h (P ＜0.05).It was in a dose and time dependent manner.Dose-effect curve was drawn and IC50 value was (3.66±1.14) μg/ml.The flow cytometric profiles showed that the rate of cell apoptosis enhanced following increasing the concentration of NCTD[(8.6±0.4) ％,(17.6±0.3) ％,(22.9±0.4) ％,(25.5±0.9) ％ and (31.1±1.5) ％,respectively]and cells blocked in the G2/M phase after treatment with 2.5 μg/ml NCTD[(14.1±1.0) ％ and (5.7±0.3) ％].The expression of the protein caspase-3 elevated after different concentrations of NCTD co-cultured with QBC939 compare with contrast group.Conclusion NCTD has an inhibitory effect on proliferation of QBC939 cell line,and the mechanism might be related to the induction of cell apoptosis and blockade of cell cycle.

Objective To evaluate the charateristics of biliary stricture after orthotopic liver transplantation(OLT) by ultrasound. Methods Diametes,thickness,characteristic echo of bile were observed by ultrasound in 41 patients with biliary stricture after OLT,and the results were compared with those of 46 patients without biliary complication after OLT.Results The diameter of intrahepatic bile,thickness of bile,incidence of intrahepatic bile dilation or hyperechogenicity in biliary stricture patiens were higher than those in patients without biliary complication,there were significant differences between two groups(P＜0.05).Conclusions The series of ultrasonographic character such as bile dilation,thickeness or hyperechogenicity of biliary wall,thin of bile duct are available to diagnose biliary stricture.

Objective To discuss the nursing cooperation for patients with severe aortic stenosis who are receiving transcatheter aortic valve replacement using balloon-expandable aortic valve stent. Methods Percutaneous interventional transcatheter aortic valve replacement was employed in 9 patients with severe aortic stenosis. Active preoperative preparation, sufficient psychological care, close observation of vital signs and effective surgery cooperation during the operation were carried out. The clinical results were analyzed. Results Successful operation was accomplished in all the nine patients. After the surgery, all patients were in good condition, and no nursing-related complications occurred. Conclusion Correct understanding of the cooperation with the procedure of transcatheter aortic valve replacement using balloon-expandable aortic valve stent, excellent preoperative psychological care and active preoperative preparation, etc. are the most important things to ensure a successful surgery.

Objective To report two cases of Candida parapsilosis-caused candidiasis characterized by verrucous nodules and masses,and to assess their clinical features,diagnosis and treatment.Methods A medical history including medication history and therapeutic response was carefully collected from two male patients.Physical examination was carried out with a focus on skin lesions.Diagnosis was made according to medical history as well as physical,mycological and histopathological examination findings.Antifungal agents were given at a high enough dose in time.After lesions improved,the doses of antifungal agents were tapered gradually,and drugs were withdrawn until patients completely healed.Compound preparations containing both antifungal agents and glucocorticoids were also topically applied in the early period of treatment.Results Both patients were diagnosed as Candida parapsilosis-caused candidiasis characterized by verrucous nodules and masses,and cured after 100-day supporting treatment and antifungal treatment with oral itraconazole,etc.Conclusions Candida parapsilosis-caused candidiasis should be managed with combination therapy mainly including antifungal agents.To achieve a satisfying efficacy,antifungal agents should be given early at a high enough dose for a long enough period.