The blood-brain barrier (BBB) impairment plays a crucial role in the pathological processes of aging-accompanied neurological diseases (AAND). Meanwhile, circadian rhythms disruption and gut microbiota dysbiosis are associated with increased morbidity of neurological diseases in the accelerated aging population. Importantly, circadian rhythms disruption and gut microbiota dysbiosis are also known to induce the generation of toxic metabolites and pro-inflammatory cytokines, resulting in disruption of BBB integrity. Collectively, this provides a new perspective for exploring the relationship among circadian rhythms, gut microbes, and the BBB in aging-accompanied neurological diseases. In this review, we focus on recent advances in the interplay between circadian rhythm disturbances and gut microbiota dysbiosis, and their potential roles in the BBB disruption that occurs in AAND. Based on existing literature, we discuss and propose potential mechanisms underlying BBB damage induced by dysregulated circadian rhythms and gut microbiota, which would serve as the basis for developing potential interventions to protect the BBB in the aging population through targeting the BBB by exploiting its links with gut microbiota and circadian rhythms for treating AAND.

Objective To investigate the clinical application and safety of DSA-guided infusion port implantation via internal jugular vein,subclavian vein and axillary vein.Methods A total of 827 patients with malignant tumors,who underwent DSA-guided intravenous infusion port implantation at the Jiangyin Municipal People's Hospital of China between March 28,2016 and June 28,2018,were enrolled in this study.According to the used approach in the port implantation,the patients were divided into internal jugular vein group(group A,n=125),subclavian vein group(group B,n=87),and axillary vein group(group C,n=615).The success rate of puncturing and the incidence of complications were compared between each other among the three groups.Results The success rates of the DSA-guided first-time puncturing in group A,B and C were 98.40％(123/125),94.25％(82/87),and 97.89％(602/615)respectively,the difference was statistically significant(P＜0.05);the success rate of puncturing in group B was lower than that in group C,and among the other groups there was no statistically significant difference(P＞0.05).All patients were followed up for a mean period of(15.56±2.91)months(range of 3-26 months).The overall incidence of postoperative early complications was 3.75％,which in group A was 4.00％(5/125),in group B was 9.20％(8/87),and in group C was 2.93％(18/615),and the incidence of complications in group B was obviously higher than that in group C(P＜0.0167).There was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of various complications between each other among the three groups(P＞0.05).The overall incidence of postoperative long-term complications was 4.72％(39/827),which in group A was 4.80％,in group B was 14.95％,and in group C was 3.25％,and the incidence of complications in group B was strikingly higher than that in group A and group C,the difference was statistically significant(P＜0.05).Comparison of groups for the rates of various complications showed that the incidence of catheter fracture in group B was higher than that in group C,and the clipping syndrome occurred only in group B,the difference was statistically significant(P＜0.0167).There was no significant difference in the incidence of other complications between each other among the three groups(P＞0.05).The abnormal port-taking rate was 1.45％,including 3 patients in group A,7 patients in group B,and 2 patients in group C.The postoperative abnormal port-taking rate in group B was the highest(8.05％),which was significantly different from that in group C(P＜0.0167).Conclusion For intravenous infusion port implantation,axillary vein approach is clinically safe,comfortable,minimally-invasive and highly-efficient method,it is superior to internal jugular vein approach and subclavian vein approach in effectively reducing the incidence of complications and improving the postoperative abnormal port-taking rate of patients.Therefore,this technique can be regarded as a first choice in clinical practice.(J Intervent Radiol,2023,32:1212-1216)

OBJECTIVE To s tudy the impr ovement effects of tilianin on the atherosclerosis （AS）model mice and its potential mechanism. METHODS Eight C 57BL/6J mice were taken as the normal group. Forty ApoE－/－ mice were randomly divided into model group ，tilianin low-dose ，medium-dose and high-dose groups [ 2.1，3.5，7.0 mg/（kg·d）] and simvastatin group [positive control drug ，3.5 mg/（kg·d）]，with 8 mice in each group. Normal group was given normal diet ，and other groups were given high-lipid diet to induce AS model. At the same time ，normal group and model group were given normal saline intragastrically ， administration groups were given relevant drug intragastrically ，once a day ，for 12 consecutive weeks. The levels of TC ，TG， LDL-C，HDL-C，Ox-LDL，IL-1β，IL-6，MCP-1 and TNF-α in plasma were determined. The pathomorphological changes of the aorta in mice were observed. The positive rate of ICAM- 1，VCAM-1 and PCNA in the aorta were determined. mRNA expressions of MMP- 2，MMP-9，TGF-β1，Smad2 and Smad 3 as well as protein expressions of TGF-β1，Smad2/3 and p-Smad 2/3 were also determined in aorta of mice. RESULTS Compared with normal group ，the plasma levels of TC ，TG，LDL-C，Ox-LDL，IL-1β， IL-6，MCP-1 and TNF-α in model group were increased significantly（P＜0.01），while HDL-C level was significantly reduced （P＜0.01）. Lipid plaques were formed in the aorta ，and the plaque area was large and caused severe stenosis of the lumen. mRNA expressions of MMP- 2，MMP-9，TGF-β1，Smad2 and Smad 3 as well as positive rate of ICAM- 1，VCAM-1，PCNA and protein expression TGF-β1，Smad2/3，and p-Smad 2/3 in the aorta were significantly increased （P＜0.01）. Compared with model group ， most of above indexes of medication groups were improved significantly （P＜0.05 or P＜0.01）. CONCLUSIONS Tilianin can inhibit the activation of TGF-β1/Smads signaling pathway and then inhibit the proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells ，reduce ， inflammation and regulate lipid metabolism to inhibit the No.81960766） formation of AS.

OBJECTIVE：To s tudy the effects of Dracocephalum moldavica total flavonoids （TFDM）on AMPK/SIRT 1/PGC-1α signaling pathway ，and to explore the mechanism of its protective effect on myocardial ischemia reperfusion injury （MIRI）rats. METHODS：Totally 50 healthy male SD rats were randomly divided into sham operation group ，model group ，TFDM group [ 60 mg/（kg·d），by extract] ，Compound C+TFDM group [ig administration of 60 mg/（kg·d）TFDM+intravenous injection of 250 μg/kg Compound C（AMPK inhibitor ）via tail vein 15 min before reperfusion] ，EX-527+TFDM group [ig administration of 60 mg/ （kg·d）TFDM+ip injection of 5 mg/kg EX- 527（SIRT1 inhibitor）20 min before reperfusion] ，with 10 rats in each group. They were given relevant medicine intragastrically ，once a day ，for consecutive 7 days. After last ig administration ，sham operation group underwent sham operation ，other 4 groups were established MIRI model by ligating left anterior descending coronary artery ， ischemia for 30 min and reperfusion for 2 h. After reperfusion ，the myocardial histopathological changes were observed by HE staining；RP-HPLC method was used to determine the contents of ATP ，ADP，AMP and NAD + in cardiac tissue. mRNA expressions of AMPK ，SIRT1 and PGC- 1α were detected by quantitative real-time PCR assay. Western blotting assay was the expressions of SIRT 1 and PGC- 1α protein in myocardium. RESULTS： Compared with sham operation group ， model group showed myocardial fib ers arranged disorder and horizontal stripes disappearance ，cell swelling burst and necrosis ，and nuclei deformation displacement ；the contents of ATP and NAD+，mRNA expression of AMPK ，SIRT1 and PGC- 1α，protein expression of SIRT 1 and PGC- 1α in cardiac tissue were decreased significantly （P＜0.05 or P＜0.01）；the contents of ADP and AMP ，the phosphorylation level of AMPK protein were increased significantly （P＜0.01）. Compared with model group ，myocardial pathological morphology were improved significantly in TFDM group ；the contents of ATP and NAD + in cardiac tissue ，mRNA expression of AMPK ，SIRT1 and PGC- 1α，the phosphorylation level of AMPK protein ，the protein expression of SIRT 1 and PGC- 1α were increased significantly（P＜0.05 or P＜ 0.01），while the contents of ADP and AMP were decreased significantly （P＜0.01）. Compared with TFDM group ，improvement effects of Compound C + TFDM group and EX- 527 + TFDM group on above indexes were reversed （P＜0.05 or P＜0.01）. CONCLUSIONS：TFDM may play a protective role on myocardium by activating AMPK/SIRT 1/PGC-1α signaling pathway and regulating energy metabolism.

Objective: To summarize the clinical anatomical features and surgical technique of the submental artery perforator flap (SMAPF), and to evaluate the outcome and value of the flap for oral cavity reconstruction after cancer ablation. Methods: A total of 56 patients with oral cancer were included in this study. The modified SMAPF excluded the anterior belly of the digastric muscle and submental fatty tissue. The primary sites of malignancy were buccal mucosa (n=24), tongue (n=21), mandibular gingiva (n=6), mouth floor (n=3), soft palate (n=2). Results: The flap size varied from 3 cm×5 cm to 5 cm×12 cm. Four flaps presented mild venous congestion, which was salvaged with conservative measures such as acupuncture and blood letting. Overall flap survival rate was 100%. The SMAPF with septocutaneous perforator was used in 49 cases and with musculocutaneous perforator in seven cases. External jugular vein and internal jugular vein provides venous drainage were applied in half cases respectively. All the patients showed a good recovery of tongue mobility and mouth opening with a follow-up of 3-41 months. Local recurrence was detected in one patient 4 months after operation. Conclusions The SMAPF is a reliable flap for oral cavity reconstruction with outstanding functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Objective:To introduce a new style of platysma myocutaneous flap and to evaluate its application value in the restoration of oral-maxiofacial defects.Methods:Platysma myocutaneous flap with apron incision was used for the restoration of oral-maxiofacial defects after oral lesion ablation in 15 cases from January,2014 to September,2015.The platysma muocutaneous flap was harvested with a U shaped apron incision.The skin above the flap pedicle was preserved.The platysma pedicle was widened to ensure the flap survival.All the patients were followed up form 4 to 33 months.Results:Of the 15 platysma myocutaneous flaps,12 survived completely and 3 had partial flap necrosis.The total survival rate of the flaps at the recipient site of buccal mucosa,tongue and alveolar was 8/9,1/3 and 3/3 respectively.Additionally,there were 2 cases of disturbed wound healing in the neck.Except for 1 case of carcinoma of gingiva which had apparent cervical scar and 1 case of tongue carcinoma which had limited tongue mobility,the other cases showed a satisfactory recovery of oral-maxillofacial contour and fucnction.Conclusion:Compared with the traditional platysma myocutaneous flap,the platysma myocutaneous flap with apron incision can provide a larger skin paddle,and is suitable for the restoration of small and medium sized buccal mucosa and alveloar defects,but not for tongue defect.

Objective:To explore influence of nasal continuous positive airway pressure (nCPAP)on maximal oxygen uptake (V · O2 max )etc.in patients with chronic congestive heart failure (CHF)complicated moderate-to-severe ob-structive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS)and explore its significance.Methods:A total of 83 CHF com-plicated moderate-to-severe OSAHS patients were selected and randomly divided into routine treatment group (n=40)and nCPAP group (n = 43).Both groups were treated for six months.Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF),apnea hyponea index (AHI)and V · O2 max were measured and compared between two groups before and af-ter treatment.Results:Compared with routine treatment group after six-month treatment,there was significant re-duction in AHI [(27.5±6.2)vs.(6.8±1.2)],and significant rise in LVEF [(0.45±0.07)vs.(0.48±0.05)]and · V O2 max [(16.5±3.5)ml·kg-1 ·min-1 vs.(19.2±3.4)ml·kg-1 ·min-1 ]in nCPAP group,P <0.05 all.Con-· clusion:The nCPAP can improve ventilation function,heart function and V O2 max in patients with CHF complicated moderate-to-severe OSAHS,who have received basic medication.

Objective To investigate the clinical features of malignant conversion of oral submucous fibrosis (OSF) and the application value of polyflaps perforator flaps in its surgical treatment.Methodis Ten patients who suffered from malignant conversion of OSF underwent simultaneous multiple defects reconstruction using polyflaps perforator flaps after radical tumor resection from August 2012 to October 2014.The fibrous bands leading to severe trismus near the pterygomandibular ligament as well as other intraoral lesions with malignant tendency were also resected besides from the known carcinoma.Patients with synchronous multiple primary cancers underwent radical resection and neck dissection of all other malignant lesions.The flaps were cut and tailored between adjacent perforators according to the amount and size of defects,forming several independent paddles for each defect reconstruction.Results Twenty-two defects were formed in 10 patients with malignant conversion of OSF.All of them were repaired with polyflaps anterolateral thigh (ALT) perforator flaps,including 8 cases of bipaddled ALT flaps and 2 cases of tripaddled ALT flaps.The total size of the flaps ranges from 3 cm ～ 8 cm × 6 cm ～ 24 cm,and the pedicle length ranges from 5 ～ 12 (9.7 ± 2.1)cm.Thirty-five perforator vessels were dissected,and each paddle included 1.6 perforators on average.All flaps survived after transplantation,and only 1 patient had infection of the neck incision.Post-operative adjuvant radio-chemotherapy was applied in 2 patients.All patients showed satisfactory accepting-site morphology with good speech function and swallowing recovery,and their trismus was improved during 6 to 30 (11.6 ± 3.7) months.One patient died from lung metastasis 10 months after the surgery while local recurrent or metastasis did not occur in others.The donor sites were closed primarily without skin-grafting,leaving no obvious surgical donor-site complications.Conclusions Polyflaps perforator flaps can reconstruct multiple and sizable complicate defects,increase month opening by one stage operation.They are worth being applied in surgical treatment of malignant conversion of OSF.

Background and objectiveSerum carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and the soluble fragment of cyto-keratin 19 (CYFAR21-1) are important tumor markers (TMs) in the preoperative examination of patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, the prognostic role of these markers in NSCLC patients remains controversial. hTe aim of the study was to investigate the clinical signiifcance of serum CEA variances and CYFAR21-1 levels for the prognosis of NSCLC patients following surgery.MethodshTis retrospective study investigated the clinical records and follow-up sessions of 175 patients with NSCLC who accepted surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy. Patients were subdivided into groups based on serum CEA and CYFAR21-1 levels. Survival analysis was conducted usingKaplan-Meier method for each group. hTe prognostic fac-tor was evaluated usingCox proportional hazards model.Results hTe overall survival (OS) of patients with high preopera-tive CEA or CYFAR21-1 levels was lower than that of patients with normal preoperative CEA or CYFAR21-1 levels. hTe OS displayed a signiifcant difference (P=0.001) between groups with high and normal preoperative CYFAR21-1. Compared with groups exhibiting normal preoperative and postoperative levels of CEA or CYFAR21-1, the OS was shorter for groups with high preoperative and postoperative levels of CEA or CYFAR21-1. hTe difference of the paired groups was signiifcant (P<0.05). Compared with the groups with normal preoperative and postoperative levels of CEA and CYFAR21-1, the OS was lower for the groups with high preoperative and postoperative levels of CEA and CYFAR21-1, which indicated a signiifcant difference (P<0.001). hTe CEACYFAR211 (HHHH), CEACYFAR211 (NNHH), CYFAR21-1 (HH), CEA (HH), and male genderwere identiifed as independent prognostic factors (P<0.05).ConclusionhTis study suggested that the prognosis of NSCLC patients was not signiifcantly satisfactory if preoperative and postoperative level of serum CEA or CYFAR21-1 was higher than standard value, especially if the preoperative and postoperative levels of CYFAR21-1 and CEA were higher than the standard values. hTe measurement of preoperative and postoperative levels of CYFAR21-1 and CEA proved helpful for the prognosis of patients with NSCLC.

Metagenomic cosmid libraries containing 1.26 x 10(5) clones, covering about 4.8 x 10(6) kb metagenomic DNA of uncultured microorganisms from the contents of buffalo rumens were constructed, and 118 independent clones expressing beta-glucosidase activity were isolated from the libraries. Screening of these clones showed that eight clones expressed relatively higher beta-glucosidase activity at pH 5.0 and 37 degrees C. One out of the eight clones was subcloned. Sequencing analysis showed that an open reading frame (ORF) of 2223 bp, termed umcel3G, potentially encodes a beta-glucosidase. The encoded product shared highest homology with a beta-glucosidase from Bacillus sp. at 60% identity and 73% similarity. The umcel3G was over-expressed in Escherichia coli and the size of the translated product Umcel3G on SDS-PAGE was in agreement with the predicted molecular mass. Zymogram analysis showed that Umcel3G exhibited beta-glucosidase activity, confirming that this ORF encodes a beta-glucosidase. The Umcel3G, purified with Ni-NTA column, exhibited optimal activity at pH 6.0-6.5 and 45 degrees C. Certain ions such as Ca2+, Zn2+ had significant positive effect on the activity of Umcel3G. However, some ions such as Fe3+, Cu2+ gave significant inhibitory effect on the enzyme. The Ni-NTA purified recombinant beta-glucosidase Umcel3G had a specific activity of 22.8 IU/mg at pH4.5, 35 degrees C and at the presence of 5 mmol/L Ca2+, indicating that this enzyme has potential applications in the fermentative production of ethanol by simultaneous saccharification and cofermentation (SSCF) of lignocelluloses.
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