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    21 August 2009, Volume 30 Issue 4
    述评
    Challenges and Countermeasures in the Prevention and Control of Influenza A(H1N1) in China
    LI Xing-ming;HUANG Jian-shi
    2009, 30(4):  409-412.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.001
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    With the development of influenza A(H1N1) epidemic, China should take further measures which is based on the following China characteristics, including the vast number of vulnerable population, the frail grass roots public health and medical system, the normal social order for the epidemic in China. Therefore, the following such strategies should be adopted, including strengthening public health surveillance and construction of public health emergency responding system, classifying and managing the population, paying attention to health management and health education, improving the awareness of civilization and health of people, and strengthening the communication.
    中医药专题
    Analysis of
    LI Ping;WANG Ju-sheng;ZHAO Jing-xia;WANG Ping;LIU Xin;ZHANG Guang-zhong;ZHOU Dong-mei
    2009, 30(4):  413-417.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.002
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    Psoriasis is one of the most common and gene-related human skin diseases. Traditional Chinese medical therapy has curative effect with fewer side effects, so the investigation of the rules of TCM differentiation and pharmacological treatment in psoriasis would provide us a new approach to improve its clinical practice. By document analysis, we proposed a hypothesis that the pathogenesis of psoriasis-'toxin accumulation in blood' means the disease happened in blood and its characteristic was 'toxin coming from excessive heat’. In addition, we elucidated the meaning of 'toxin accumulation in blood’ in the view of modern medicine, which might develop the TCM theory of 'treating psoriasis by modulating blood’.
    Effects of Liang Xue Jie Du Fang on Proliferation, Activation and Cytokine Production of Jurkat T Lymphocytes
    LIU Xin;LI Ping;ZHAO Jing-xia;LIANG Dai-ying;WANG Yan
    2009, 30(4):  418-422.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.003
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    Objective To study the effects of Liang Xue Jie Du Fang(LXJDF) on proliferation, activation and cytokine production of Jurkat T lymphocytes, to elucidate the mechanism of Chinese medicine for blood heat in psoriasis, and to provide the evidence for clinical treatment. Methods Jurkat E6-1 T lymphocytes were stimulated with PDB after pre-treatment with different dose LXJDF pastille serum for 3 h. The CCK-8 assay was used to detect T cell proliferation; flow cytometry was adopted to observe CD69 expression, an early marker of T cell activation; and the level of TNF-α was measured by enzyme linked immune sorbent assay(ELISA). Results LXJDF pastille serum can obviously reduce the T lymphocyte's quantity, except for drug toxicity. All kinds of LXJDF pastille serum could down-regulate CD69 expression. And TNF-α production could be inhibited by different doses of pastille serum. Conclusion LXJDF can significantly inhibit PDB mediated T lymphocyte's proliferation, activation and cytokine production.
    Effects of Li Xue Jie Du Fang on the Serum Levels of VEGF in Patients with Psoriasis Vulgaris
    ZHAO Jing-xia;LI Ping;LIU Xin;WANG Ping;ZHANG Lei;WANG Li-hua;ZHOU Dong-mei;CHEN Wei-wen
    2009, 30(4):  423-425.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.004
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    Objective To investigate the mechanism of Li Xue Jie Du Fang in the treatment of psoriasis vulgaris. Methods Totally 105 cases with psoriasis vulgaris classified as blood heat syndrome, blood-dryness syndrome, and blood stasis syndrome according to the traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) differentiation-types were studied. Serum levels of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF) in patients and normal controls were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay before and 8 weeks after treatment. Results Compared with the data of normal controls, the serum levels of VEGF in the patients were significantly increased(P<0.01), while a significant difference of the serum levels of VEGF in patients with blood heat syndrome and blood-dryness syndrome was observed between the before and after treatment values(P<0.05). Conclusion These results indicated that Li Xue Jie Du Fang could reduce the serum levels of VEGF in patients with psoriasis vulgaris. This study suggested that suppression of angiogenesis may be one of the mechanisms of Li Xue Jie Du Fang in the treatment of psoriasis vulgaris.
    Effect of Replenishing Qi and Nourishing Yin to Promote the Blood Circulation on 103 Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction after Reperfusion
    QIU Sheng-lei;JIN Mei;ZHU Tian-gang;QUAN Xin;LIANG Yan;SHI Da-zhuo;LI Yong-qiang;YI Jing-hong;LIU Hong-xu
    2009, 30(4):  426-429.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.005
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    Objective To evaluate the effect of replenishing Qi and nourishing Yin to promote the blood circulation on 103 patients with acute myocardial infarction(AMI) after reperfusion and observe the change of myocardial microcirculation. Methods A total of 103 patients with AMI who underwent successful immediate percutaneous coronary intervention(PCI) were randomized into two groups. Patients were treated with either Salvia and Ginseng of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) group or fecula of corn in placebo group for three months. All patients were examined with myocardial contrast echocardiography(MCE) before and after 3-month treatment. Three indexes of myocardial microcirculation, i.e., left ventricular ejection fraction(LVEF), normal cardiac muscle percentage(NCMP), and the number of the segments where value A(contrast agent intensity) was improved significantly(NA) were assessed. Results Compared with the three indexes of the two groups at the 3rd month in the state of dobutamine stress(DS), all indexes were increased. After 3 months of treatment, LVEF, NCMP and NA of TCM group were higher than those of the placebo group(P<0.05 for all). LVEF of TCM group after 3-months treatment was higher than that of pre-treatment level(P<0.05). Compared with the three indexes between the two groups before and after treatment, LVEF and NA of TCM group increased significantly(P<0.05). Conclusion TCM with the effect of replenishing Qi and nourishing Yin to promote the blood circulation could be beneficial to myocardium microcirculation perfusion and improve the quality of life of the AMI patients who had successful reperfusion.
    Metabolomics Study on Patients with Psoriasis of Blood-heat Syndrome before and after Treatment
    LIU Wei-hong;LI Ping;WANG Ping;YAN Xian-zhong;ZHANG Qi;CHEN He-bing;ZHANG Lei;WANG Li-hua;YU Feng-hua;WANG Ju-sheng
    2009, 30(4):  430-435.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.006
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    Objective To explore metabolic phenotypic characteristics of psoriasis patients of blood-heat syndrome and mechanism of Liang Xue Jie Du Decoction before and after treatment with Liang Xue Jie Du Decoction using principal component analysis. Methods Totally 53 cases of blood-heat syndrome with psoriasis and 31 healthy volunteers were enrolled in this study, and their plasma metabolites were analyzed using nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR) spectrometer before and after treatment with Liang Xue Jie Du Decoction using principal component analysis. Results The partial least squares-discriminant analysis(PLS-DA) analysis of plasma 1H NMR spectra revealed that not only the psoriasis patients of blood-heat syndrome is separated from the healthy volunteers, but also different metabolic spectra before and after treatment, demonstrated that the metabolic characteristics of the two groups were significantly different. The data of psoriasis patients after treatment clustered close to the healthy volunteers, suggesting that during Liang Xue Jie Du Decoction treatment the metabolic profile recovered towards normal. Conclusion The results obtained suggest that metabolomics studies could better reflect the whole status of metabolism in bio-systems, and could be applied as a potential powerful approach in pharmacological studies.
    Short-term and Medium-term Clinical Effect of Liver Dispersing with Spleen Strengthening on Irritable Bowel Syndrome Dominated by Diarrhea
    ZHANG Sheng-sheng;XU Wen-jun;CHEN Zhen;CHEN Jing
    2009, 30(4):  436-440.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.007
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    Objective To observe the short-term and medium-term clinical effect of the therapy of liver dispersing with spleen strengthening on irritable bowel syndrome dominated by diarrhea(IBS-D). Methods One hundred and seven patients with IBS-D were divided randomly into 2 groups, 53 of them were treated with the decoction of liver dispersing with spleen strengthening(herb group), and the other 54 were treated with Pinaverium Bromide(Pinaverium Bromide group). The course of treatment was 4 weeks, and there was a 3-month follow-up. The scores of symptoms and IBS-quality of life(QOL) were recorded twice in every 2 weeks, and 1st and 3rd month after treatment. Results 1) After the 4 weeks treatment, the total effective rate on symptoms of the herb group was 90.6%,while the Pinaverium Bromide group was 70.4%(P<0.05). Also, the former had better effect on the frequency of defecation and characters of stool(P<0.05). 2) As the improvement in the scores of symptom, the herb group had better effect than Pinaverium Bromide group(P<0.05) at the 1st and 3rd month follow-ups. 3) According to IBS-QOL, the herb group significantly improved the patients' quality of life, which was better than Pinaverium Bromide group at the 4th week(P<0.05), and the effect sustained to the 3rd month. Conclusion The therapy of liver dispersing with spleen strengthening on IBS-D had predominant effect in short-term and medium-term, and improved the quality of life, which lasted till the 3rd month.
    Acupuncture Treatment of Patients with Chronic Tension-type Headache: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
    ZHANG Lu;ZHANG Yan;LIU Hui-lin;LIU Hong;WANG Lin-peng
    2009, 30(4):  441-444.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.008
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    Objective To observer the efficacy of acupuncture on chronic tension-type headache. Methods Patients with chronic tension-type headache from acupuncture department of Beijing hospital of traditional Chinese medicine were randomized into treatment or control groups according to random number table. Totally 50 patients(27 in treatment group, 23 in control group) completed treatment and 46 patients were interviewed. Patients in treatment group received Verum acupuncture, while those in control group received sham acupuncture (needling on non-acu-puncture points) and took estazolam 0.5 mg per night before going to bed. The medicine was taken for four weeks. Acupuncture and sham acupuncture consisted of 12 sessions and were administered by senior acupuncturists over 4 weeks. All patients were interviewed at the 16th week after randomization. Results After treatment and interview, the proportion of responders, defined as the headache day per month reduced more than 50% compared with that before treatment, in verum acupuncture is higher than that of sham acupuncture plus medicine by per-protocol analysis(P<0.05). The number of headache days and headache hours in the treatment group decreased more than that in control group(P<0.05). Compared with that of patients in control group, the scores of social functioning and general health, two fields of The Medical Outcomes Study 36 Item Short Form Health Survey(Chinese version), were higher in the treatment group(P<0.05). Other outcomes were not found significantly different between groups. Conclusion The acupuncture intervention is effective and safe without serious side-effects in treatment of chronic tension-type headache. This trial witnessed that acupuncture is more effective than sham acupuncture plus medication.
    Significance and Expression of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor and Endostatin in the Syndrome of Qi-Deficiency and Blood Stasis on Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
    LUO Xiao-qin;YANG Guo-wang;XU Yong-mei;TANG Yong;WANG Xiao-min
    2009, 30(4):  445-448.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.009
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    Objective To observe the serum levels of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF) and endostatin in patients with non-small cell lung cancer(NSCLC); offer the Objective basis for estimating the patient's condition and prognosis. Methods Eighty-two patients with stage ⅡB-Ⅲ non-small cell lung cancer were randomly selected and invided into two groups according to the diagnostic criteria of syndrome of qi-deficiency and blood stasis(SQDBS). The serum level of VEGF and endostatin was detected by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay. Results Serum level of VEGF and endostatin was significantly higher in patient with the syndrome of SQDBS than in patient without the SQDBS; SQDBS was the key factor which had an effect upon these indexes. Conclusion Objective inner links are found between the SQDBS of NSCLC and VEGF, endostatin; the serum level of VEGF and endostatin can be served as the pathological basis of SQDBS in microcosmic; non-small cell lung cancer patients with SQDBS may be at a greater risk of diversion than patients without SQDBS.
    糖尿病专题
    Construction of Rat ACE2 Adenovirus Vector and Its Expression in INS-1 Cells
    FANG Hong-juan;YANG Jin-kui
    2009, 30(4):  449-454.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.010
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    Objective To construct the recombinant adenovirus vector carrying rat angiotensin-converting enzyme 2(ACE2), and infect the INS-1 cells. Methods The full cDNA sequence was obtained from rat kidney tissue using RT-PCR. The ACE2 gene was cloned into pShuttle-GFP-CMV vector which was subsequently homologously recombined with pAdxsi vector in the HEK293 cells to package the recombinant adenovirus vector carrying rat ACE2(pAdxsi-GFP-CMV-ACE2). After verified by PCR, we amplified pAdxsi-GFP-CMV-ACE2 in HEK293 cells and purified it by CsCl gradient purification, titrated it using 50% tissue culture infective dose(TCID50) assay. INS-1 cells were infected with adenoviruses and ACE2 expression were detected by the intensity of green fluorescence under fluorescence microscope and western blot. Results The ACE2 gene was cloned and verified by sequencing and high tittered virus was produced by a construct carrying ACE2 gene, and ACE2 was expressed efficiently in the INS-1 cells after infection. Conclusion The newly constructed adenovirus vector containing rat ACE2 provides a potent tool to investigate its biological function in islet cells.
    Effect of Angiotensin-1-7 Inhibitor on Glycometabolism
    SHI Ting-ting;MA Ya-hong;YANG Jin-kui
    2009, 30(4):  455-458.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.011
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    Objective To study the role of angiotensin 1-7 inhibitor A779 on glycometabolism and other metabolic indexes to explore a new way in curing diabetes and its complications. Methods Received a A779 was continuously infused to c57bl/s mice by subcutaneous implantation of an osmotic minipump. Glucose-tolerance tests, insulin-tolerance tests and determination of fasting plasma insulin were performed to evaluate glycometablism. Level of blood triglyceride, cholesterol and angiotensin Ⅱ were assayed. Results Compared with the control group, A779 group mice displayed an impairment of glucose tolerance and an increase of fast insulin secretion. HOMA index of A779 group was increased. Conclusion A779 can affect glucose tolerance and insulin secrection, which suggest that angiotensin 1-7 may have a protective effect on the islet function.
    Effect of Rosiglitazone Sodium on Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy in patients with Type 2 Diabetes
    LI Hong-bing;YANG Jin-kui;LI Yi-bin;SHI Jing;FENG Jian-ping;PAN Su-fang;WANG Guang-lu
    2009, 30(4):  459-462.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.012
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    Objective To evaluate the effect of rosiglitazone on non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy and the sensitivity of multifocal electroretinogram(mf-ERG) in detecting and monitoring early diabetic retinopathy. Methods Eighty-two patients who were 40 to 70 years old with type 2 diabetes mellitus and non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy who had no severe heart, brain hepatic, or renal diseases were enrolled in this study. These patients were randomized to receive either rosiglitazone sodium(rosiglitazone group) or metformin(metformin group) for intensified blood glucose control. All the participants were followed up for 1 year. BMI, blood pressure, HbA1c, biochemical characteristics, fundus inspection and multifocal electroretinogram(mf-ERG) and fluorescence fundus angiography(FFA) were performed before, during and after the treatment in the two groups. Results The mf-ERG showed that oscillatory potentials amplitude of P1 in rosiglitazone group were higher than that in metformin group at 12th months of follow up, the difference was significant. FFA status of rosiglitazone group and metformin group had no significant difference after 6 and 12 months follow-up. Conclusion Rosiglitazone sodium has a special therapeutic effect for the patients with non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy, and mf-ERG is more sensitive than other methods to detect early diabetic retinopathy.
    Risk Factors of Hyperglycemia in the Population of Nanfaxin Area of Shunyi District, Beijing
    WU Ba-yu;XIN Zhong;MA Ya-hong;ZHAO Lei;LU Yi;YANG Jin-kui
    2009, 30(4):  463-466.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.013
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    Objective To understand the main risk factors of type 2 diabetes(2DM) and impaired glucose regulation(IGR) in a rural population of Beijing suburb. Methods The study was conducted on 1 873 rural residents who participated in physical examination of Nanfaxin district of Beijing. The content of physical examination included: 1 Questionnaire survey: general condition, past medical history, family history.2 Physical examination items: body height, body mass, waist line, hip circumference and blood pressure etc. 3 Laboratory examinations: fasting blood glucose(FBG), total cholesterol(TC), triglyceride(TG), high density lipoprotein cholesterol(HDL-C), low density lipoprotein cholesterol(LDL-C), etc. Subjects were tested for blood glucose of 2 hours after orally taking 75 g glucose if their FBG was above 5.5 mmol/L and had no diabetic history. Subjects were divided into 2DM group, IGR group and normal glucose group(NBG) according to the diagnostic criteria of diabetes in 1999 published by WHO. Results 1 360 patients with 2DM, and 129 patients with IGR, 1 384 subjects with NBG were involved in the analysis of results. Compared to subjects with NBG, patients with 2DM and IGR were significantly higher in age, body mass, waist line, body mass index(BMI), waist-to hip ratio(WHR), systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, TC, TG, LDL-C and patients with 2DM were significantly lower in HDL-C(P<0.05~0.01). 2 Analysis of relation between research factors and 2DM with logistic regression showed that there were significant differences in age, diabetic family history, waist circumference, WHR, TG and LDL-C between 2DM patients and subjects with NBG(OR: 1.066, 8.943, 1.650, 1.744, 1.196, 1.411, P<0.01). The 6 factors were risk factors of 2DM. Logistic regression also represented that age, diabetic family history, BMI, TG, LDL-C were risk factors of IGR(OR: 1.049, 3.276, 1.586, 1.130, 1.431, P<0.05). Conclusion Compared to subjects with normal glucose, patient with IGR and 2DM have similar levels of blood pressure, blood lipid and obesity. Obesity and IGR is the prelude of 2DM and has high risk of cardiovascular disease. Therefore, effective screening of rural population and control of known risk factors for 2DM, such as overweight and obesity, is good to prevent and reduce 2DM and cardiovascular disease.
    Prevalence of Impaired Glucose Regulation in Beijing Rural Population and the Necessity to Carrying out Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
    XING Jian-ping;YANG Jun-fen;ZHEN Ya-ping;MA Ya-hong;ZHAO Lei;YANG Jin-kui
    2009, 30(4):  467-470.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.014
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    Objective To practice type 2 diabetes mellitus(2DM) screening in Beijing rural general population at age between 35 to 74 years and to analyze missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis of 2DM without oral glucose tolerance test(OGTT). Methods The study was conducted in the community of Nanfaxin, a rural suburb of Beijing, all of the inhabitants who were 35 to 74 years-old in the towns were included in the study. OGTT was performed in the subjects with fasting blood glucose(FBG)≥ 5.6 mmol/L. Results Prevalence rate of 2DM was 15.1%, in which newly diagnosed 2DM was 45.8%,which is significantly higher than the diabetes prevalence rate of major cities in 2002 national nutrition survey. Prevalence rate of impaired glucose regulation (IGR)(163 cases) was 4.9%. If not screening glucose homeostasis with OGTT 12.6% newly diagnosed 2DM, 42% impaired fasting glucose(IFG), 25.8% impaired glucose tolerance(IGT), 41.3% IFG combined IGT would be missed from diagnosis, 36.4% of newly diagnosed 2DM would be misdiagnosed as IFG. Conclusion Prevalence of 2DM in China is in a rising phase, especially in the outskirts of large cities. It is necessary to test glucose homeostasis in adult residents. Using OGTT can significantly reduce the cases of missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis.
    The Analysis of Death Causes in 450 Senile Diabetic Inpatients
    WANG Li-juan;PAN Huan-feng;GE Huan-qi
    2009, 30(4):  471-474.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.015
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    Objective To understand the main causes of death and characteristics of elderly hospitalized patients with diabetes. Methods Reviewing and summarizing 450 cases of elderly patients who died of diabetes and 152 cases of non-elderly hospitalized patients at the same period in 10 General Hospitals. Results The three leading causes of death for elders are cerebrovascular disease, cardiovascular disease and kidney failure, while non-elderly group are ketoacidosis, cerebrovascular disease and cardiovascular disease. The difference between the two groups' cause of death was statistically significant(P=0.000); with the increase of age, tumors combined with infections greatly heightened the mortality rates; male deaths between the elderly and non-elderly group pose no significant difference(P=0.329); for older women, brain death, cardiovascular disease and renal failure, along with other chronic complications are the main causes of death, while women in the non-elderly group mainly have acute complications such as ketoacidosis, the difference was statistically significant(P=0.000); The elderly group hypertension formation rate is higher than the non-elderly group(P=0.000), the elderly group blood fats unusual formation rate is higher than the non-elderly group(P=0.000). Conclusion Prevention of chronic diabetic complications, protection of organ function and effective control of high blood sugar, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, active infection control, attention to women after menopause cardiovascular disease prevention,has a great significance in the reduction of mortality rates for elderly patients with diabetes.
    基础研究
    Neuroprotective Effect of Fucoidan Agaist MPP+-induced MN9D Cell Damage and Its Mechanism
    LUO Ding-zhen;CUI Yan-qiu;WANG Xiao-min
    2009, 30(4):  475-480.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.016
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    Objective To study the neuroprotective effect and mechanism of fucoidan against MPP+-induced MN9D cell damage. Methods The MN9D cell damage model was induced by treating MN9D cells with different concentrations (25, 50, 100, 200 μmol/L) of MPP+ for 36 h and with 50 μmol/L MPP+ for different time course(12, 24, 36, 48 h). To explore the neuroprotective effects of fucoidan, the cells were pretreated with 0.01, 0.1, 1.0 g/L fucoidan for 1 h, followed by co-treatment with 50 μmol/L MPP+ for 36 h. The viability of MN9D cells was detected by MTT conversion and LDH leakage. Furthermore, we detected the generation of reactive oxygen species in MN9D cells to understand the underlying mechanism of the neuroprotective effects of fucoidan. Results After being treated with different concentrations of MPP+ for 36 h or with 50 μmol/L MPP+ for different time course, the cell viability of MN9D cells decreased significantly; 50 μmol/L MPP+ treatment for 36 h induced a significant decrease in MTT metabolic rate and an increase in LDH leakage rate in the MN9D cells. 0.1, 1.0 g/L fucoidan pretreatment inhibited MPP+-induced cell death and significantly inhibited the generation of reactive oxygen species induced by MPP+. Conclusion Fucoidan can protect MN9D cell from the death induced by MPP+, and the underlying mechanism may involve the antioxidant capacity of fucoidan.
    Influence of Liposome-mediated and Naked Plasmid DNA Methods on Expression of CYP2J3 Gene in Rat Smooth Muscle Cells
    CHANG Jing;ZENG Xiang-jun;WANG Hong-xia;MU Jing;LIU Kun;WANG Ying;LI Shan-shan;ZHANG Li-ke
    2009, 30(4):  481-485.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.017
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    Objective To study the expression efficiency of CYP2J3 gene in rat smooth muscle cells(SMCs) by liposome mediated and naked plasmid transfection. Methods The expression of CYP2J3 mRNA was tested by RT-PCR method, expression of CYP2J3 protein was determined by Western blotting method, and content of 11,12-EET was examined by HPLC system in SMCs. Cells were divided into 3 groups: pcDNA3.1-CYP2J3 group, liposome mediated group and control group; cells were collected after 24 h and 48 h. Results At 24 h after transfection, expression of CYP2J3 mRNA in 2 transfected groups was significantly higher than that of control group(P<0.01). Content of CYP2J3 protein in L2J3 group was decreased compared with control group(P<0.01), and there was no significant difference among the 3 groups in content of CYP2J3 protein and 11,12-EET. At 48 h after transfection, expression of CYP2J3 mRNA in 2 transfected groups was decreased compared with 24 h after transfection(P<0.01), but was still higher than that of control group(P<0.01). Expression of CYP2J3 protein in control group was higher than those of the 2 transfected groups(P<0.01). And content of 11,12-EET in 2 transfected groups was significantly higher than that of control group, and that of L2J3 group was also higher as compared with 2J3 group(P<0.05). Conclusion The methods of naked plasmid direct transfection can introduce CYP2J3 gene and express its product.
    Changes of the Colon Electro-mechanical Activity in the Rat Model of Parkinson's Disease
    WANG Wei;ZHANG Li-juan;LI Yan;HUANG Hai-xia;LIU Ping;QU Rui-yao
    2009, 30(4):  486-493.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.018
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    Objective To investigate the relationship of the colon dysfunction to electromechanical activity, the expression of neuronal nitric oxide synthase(nNOS) and gastrointestinal regulation peptides in colon of patients with Parkinson's disease. Methods The colon smooth muscle contractility and basic electrical rhythm following 6-hydroxydopamine(6-OHDA) induced neurodegeneration were studied in rats. In the mean time, the Parkinson disease model rats and normal rats were treated with levodopa. Immunohistochemistry was used to stain myenteric and submucosal neurons for nNOS and vasoactive intestinal polypeptide(VIP) and tyrosine hydroxylase(TH) in colon tissues. In addition, Western blotting was used to analyze the expression of TH in colon tissues. Results 1 In untreated PD group, the dominant frequency of slow wave and the percentage of normal slow wave in colon significantly decreased(P<0.05). In addition, the average amplitude of colon contraction also obviously decreased(P<0.05). 2 In levodopa group, the dominant frequency of slow wave in colon increased. And the dominant frequency of contraction significantly increased(P<0.05). 3 The levodopa treated PD group also showed significant increase in the dominant frequency of contraction in colon(P<0.05). However, the average amplitude of contraction and the percentage of normal slow wave in colon significantly decreased(P<0.05). 4 An increase in the intensity of immunoreactivity for nNOS(P<0.05) as well as an increase in the number of nNOS-positive cells were found in the myenteric plexus in untreated PD group and levodopa treated PD group(P<0.05). 5 No significant difference was found among the groups in numbers of VIP neurons in submucosal plexus. 6 Compared with the control group, the TH-positive neurons in the myenteric plexus in untreated PD group significantly decreased(P<0.05). Conclusion PD had directly negative effects on myoelectrical activity in colon. It may influence the colon motility by the decrease of the frequency of slow wave and the smooth muscle contractility. These changes may play an important role in development of constipation. Levodopa had an excitatory effect on colon motility. An excessive production of nitric oxide may cause the inhibition of motility in colon. VIP neurons may not be involved in modulating the colon motility in PD. The decrease of dopaminergic neurons may be responsible for the dysfunction of colon in PD.
    Effect of Group Psychological Intervention in Adolescents on Internet Addiction
    ZHONG Xin;TAO Ran;ZU Si;SHA Sha;YANG Feng-chi
    2009, 30(4):  494-499.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.019
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    Objective To explore the effect of group psychological intervention in adolescents on internet addiction. Methods A total of 51 internet addictive adolescents, aged between 14 and 25, were treated in Addiction Medicine Center of General Hospital, Beijing Military Command, Chinese People's Liberation Army from March 1st to July 31st, 2008. The experimental group was made up of 28 adolescents who volunteered to participate in an added group psychological intervention and the control group was composed of 23 adolescents who refused to receive the intervention. The experimental group received intervention at least 6 times. At the time of pre-intervention, post-intervention, 1 month and 3 months after intervention, both groups were investigated with questionnaires of Davis' Online Cognition Scale(OCS), Family Assessment Device(FAD), Perceived Social Support Scale(PSSS) and Mach Scale IV version 1. Results 1) In experimental group, there are significant inter-subject differences in the score of OCS total, Social comfort, Loneliness/depression, Diminished impulse control, Distraction, FAD's sub-scale Communication, Roles, Affective Responsiveness, General Functioning, PSSS and Mach Scale Ⅳ version. Meanwhile, significant differences were found between pre-intervention and post-intervention(including all the three post-survey mentioned above); 2) In control group, there were significant inter-subject differences in the score of OCS total, Social comfort, Loneliness/depression, Diminished impulse control and Distraction. Meanwhile, significant differences are found between pre-intervention and post-intervention(including all the three post-survey mentioned above); 3) There were significant differences between two groups in the score of OCS total, Social comfort, FAD's sub-scale Roles, General Functioning and PSSS 3 months after intervention. Conclusion Group psychological intervention can significantly relieve the symptoms of internet addiction, strengthen the social comfort, and improve FAD's roles, general functioning, and PSSS situations.
    Construction and Identification of the Eukaryotic Expression Vector of Human Notch1 Transmembrane Domain
    ZHANG Kai-ju;YU He-fen;ZHANG Yu-xiang
    2009, 30(4):  500-503.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.020
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    Objective To construct the eukaryotic expression vector of human Notch1 transmembrane domain(NTM), pcDNA3-NTM, and to examine its expression in vitro. Methods Total RNA was extracted from the BxPC3 cells and reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction(RT-PCR) was performed to obtain the cDNA fragment encoding Notch1 transmembrane domain, which was inserted into the pcDNA3 vector in-frame with the flag sequence. And the new construct was confirmed by restriction enzyme digestion and DNA sequencing. HeLa cells were transfected with the pcDNA3-NTM vector and pcDNA3 vector, respectively. The expression of NTM was detected by Western blotting. Results The eukaryotic expression vector pcDNA3-NTM was constructed, and significant increase of NTM expression was detected in the HeLa cells 48 hours after transfection. Conclusion The eukaryotic expression vector pcDNA3-NTM was constructed successfully.
    Effects and Pathways of Effects of Hyaluronan on Collagen Gel from Human Fetal Lung Fibroblasts
    YANG Ting;WANG Chen;PANG Bao-sen;DAI Hua-ping;HE Pei-ying
    2009, 30(4):  504-509.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.021
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    Objective Low molecular weight HA was added into fibroblasts collagen gels to investigate the effect of HA on induction of matrix metalloproteinases(MMPs) and contraction and degradation of collagen gel, to explore the role of CD44 and integrin β1 in the above effects. Methods 1) Lung fibroblasts were obtained by performing the primary human fetal lung tissue culture. 2) Experiments were divided into five groups: anti-CD44-Ab group(C), anti-integrin β1-Ab group(B), IgG1 control group(I), HA group(H) and double distilled H2O control group(M). 3) Fibroblasts were pretreated for 30 minutes with concentration of 25 mg/L of antibodies specific for CD44 receptor, integrin β1 or nonimmune IgG1. 4) Mixing collagen, 2.5 times DMEM, HA and cell suspension, the mixture was cast into 24-well plates. Gelation occurred within 30 minutes, after which gels were released from the well and floated in culture medium. 5) The areas of collagen gels were measured every 24 hours, the supernatants of culture media were collected after first 24 hours and the concentration of MMPs is measured using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA), collection of collagen gel after 72 hours, spectrophotometry was used to measure hydroxyproline. 6) Immunocytochemistry was used to analyze the expression of CD44. Results 1) HA increased the contraction of collagen gel of fibroblasts, while C group and B group attenuated the gel contraction significantly(P=0.000). 2) The content of hydroxyproline in fibroblasts collagen gel reduced significantly in B group, I group and H group(P<0.05). 3) C group, B group and M group secreted less MMP-9 than other two groups from fibroblasts(P<0.05); while only C group and M group secreted less MMP-1 than other three groups(P<0.05). 4) Immunocytochemistry showed HA with different MW increasing the expression of CD44 receptor of fibroblasts, among which HA of 200 000 had the highest effect. Conclusion Hyaluronan induced MMPs secretion from human fibroblasts when cast into collagen gel, augmented the contraction of collagen gels and promoted 基金项目: 北京市优秀人才(20071D0300500083)资助项目, Supported by Excellent Person Project of Beijing(20071D0300500083) * Corresponding author, E-mail: cyh-birm@263.net degradation of collagen. These effects of HA could be completely inhibited by adding anti-CD44 antibody and partially attenuated by adding anti-integrin β1 antibody.
    An Investigation on the Synthesis of N1-ribosylinosine
    ZHANG Jian-wei
    2009, 30(4):  510-515.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.022
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    Objective Cyclic adenosine diphosphoribose(cyclic ADP-ribose or cADPR), a recently discovered metabolite of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide(NAD), is a potent calcium releasing agent postulated to be a new second messenger. In this paper, we wish to report an investigation of the reaction on the synthesis of N1-ribosylinosine as an important intermediate of cyclic inosine diphosphoribose(cIDPR) as an analog of cADPR. Methods To find a straightforward method for the synthesis of N1-ribosylation of inosine derivatives, phase transfer catalysis(PTC) reaction was applied. Benzoylated inosine reacted with benzoylated 1-ribosyl bromide in the presence of K2CO3 and 18-C-6 ether gave N1-benzoylinosine derivative by benzoyl rearrangement. Reaction of acylated inosine with acylated 1-ribosyl bromide was carried out under similar condition resulted in the formation of the corresponding N1-acetylinosine derivative. NMR and IR spectral analysis of the product supported the conclusion. The H-2, H-8 proton signal, and C-4, C-5, C-6 carbon signal showed distinct starting material correlation peak. H-2, H-8 proton signals and C-4, C-6 carbon signals appear at higher and C-5 carbon signal appear at lower than starting material correlation peak. We treated 2', 3'-o-isopropylidene-5'-o-p-anisyldiphenylmethylinosine and 2', 3'-o-benzoyl-5'-o-p-anisyldiphenylmethylribosyl bromide to give the corresponding N1-benzoylated species as the main product and a trace amount N1-ribosylinosine. To avoid acyl transformation, 2', 3'-o-isopropylidene-5'-o-p-anisyldiphenylmethylinosine was chose as reacting substance which reacted with 2,3,5-tri-o-benzylribosyl bromide under similar condition. Results As expected, N1-ribosylinosine derivative was obtained. In the reaction a 1∶ 4 N1-linked mixture of α and β-glucoside is observed. Spectral data supporting this conclusion included the mass spectrum and the 1HNMR spectrum. Conclusion Reaction of acylated inosine with acylated 1-ribosyl bromide was carried out in the presence of K2CO3 and 18-C-6 ether resulted in the formation of the corresponding N1-acetylinosine derivative. To avoid acyl transformation, 2', 3'-o-isopropylidene-5'-o-p-anisyldiphenylmethylinosine reacted with 2,3,5-tri-o-benzylribosyl bromide under similar condition to produce N1-ribosylinosine.
    Combining Laser Capture Microdissection and Microarray to Analyze the Gene Expression of Rat Dorsal Root Ganglion Sensory Neurons
    XU Min;JIA Jian-ping;GENG Zhi-wei;SONG Jue-xian;WU You;LI Hao;LIU Lu;LIU Fang-yan
    2009, 30(4):  516-520.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.023
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    Objective To test the feasibility of applying laser capture microdissection(LCM) combined with microarray technique in studies on expression of sensory neuron genes in dorsal root ganglion(DRG) of rats. Methods Sensory neurons were obtained from frozen sections of rat L4-L6 DRGs by using LCM. The quality and yield of total RNA extracted from captured cells were tested in order to determine the impact of frozen-section cutting, staining and capture procedure. Part of the array results was verified by real-time RT-PCR. Results No degradation was detected, and via a single cycle of T7 linear amplification, the yield was sufficient for RT-PCR and microarray analysis. Conclusion Combined with effective RNA protection and linear amplification, LCM can be applied for gene transcriptional analysis of DRG sensory neurons.
    High Phosphate Medium Induced Calcification of Rat's Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells and Its Characteristics Seen under Transmission Electron Microscope
    WANG Ying;WANG Mei
    2009, 30(4):  521-524.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.024
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    Objective To investigate the effect of high phosphate on calcification of rat vascular smooth muscle cells(VSMCs) and the morphological features of calcified rat's VSMCs under transmission electron microscope. Methods VSMCs from explants of rat aortic media were cultured. Cells were divided into two groups: the normal calcium(Ca) and phosphate group(control group, phosphate 1.4 mmol/L, Ca 2.0 mmol/L), and high phosphate group(phosphate 2.4 mmol/L, Ca 2.0 mmol/L). Calcium deposition of cells were measured by atomic absorptiometry. VSMCs of both groups cultured for 10 days were examined under transmission electron microscope. Results After ten days culture, the calcium deposition in high phosphate group increased significantly(P<0.01). In contrast, there was little calcium deposition in control group. Collagen fibers were found in the extracellular matrix in both groups. Electron-dense calcified deposits were observed on the collagen fibers in high phosphate group. Conclusion This study suggests that elevated phosphate may directly stimulate rat VSMCs to be calcified. Electron-dense calcified deposits were mainly observed on the collagen fibers.
    Experimental Study on Polyglycosides of Tripterygium wilfordii on Proteinuria in A Rat Model of Preeclampsia
    GAO Xiao-ping;ZHAI Gui-rong
    2009, 30(4):  525-529.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.025
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    Objective To investigate the protective effects of polyglycosides from Tripterygium wilfordii(GTW) on proteinuria in a rat model of preeclampsia. Methods Preeclampsia was induced by subcutaneous injection of L-NAME, an inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase. Controls received injections of saline. GTW was administered through intragastric injection. Rats were randomly assigned to one of four treatment groups: group A received L-NAME and GTW〔6 mg·(kg·d)-1〕; group B received L-NAME and GTW〔3 mg·(kg·d)-1〕; group C received L-NAME and vehicle; group D received saline and vehicle. Systolic pressure(SBP), 24-hour urine protein(UP) were measured respectively. Blood samples were obtained for measuring creatinine and blood urea nitrogen. Newborn pups and placenta were weighed separately. Results Compared with group C, GTW significantly decreased the urine protein in pregnant rats. The creatinine and blood urea nitrogen in the L-NAME-treated groups were significantly increased. But there was no significant difference among the three groups. Compared with group C, body length and weight were significantly increased in group A and B, whereas there was no significant difference between the two groups. The mortality and incidence of malformation was significantly increased in L-NAME-treated groups, while there was no significant difference among the three groups. Conclusion GTW could reduce the amount of proteinuria in L-NAME induced preeclampsia rats. No adverse effect of GTW was observed on newborn pups.
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    Major Risk Factors for Hypertension as a Component of Metabolic Syndrome
    SONG Qing;LIU Yun-ning;GUO Xiu-hua;WANG Wei;YAN Yu-xiang;YANG Xing-hua;ZHANG Pu-hong
    2009, 30(4):  530-533.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.026
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    Objective To investigate the major risk factors for hypertension as a component of metabolic syndrome in permanent residents in Beijing. Methods Randomized sampling was performed on permanent residents over 18 years of age who are from a multistage group in 2005 in Beijing. In this study there were 16 711 valid participants selected for the multilevel binomial logistic model. Results The major risk factors for hypertension of metabolic syndrome included gender, age, educational level, occupation, smoking, alcohol, central obesity, snacks, oil and salt intakes. People who were cigarette smokers, alcohol drinkers, male, at advanced age, and who have lower educational level, high pressure occupation, and central obesity, less snack food intake, more edible oil intake and more salt intake were more likely to have metabolic syndrome. When the other factors stayed still, the prevalence in men was higher than in women. Conclusion Multilevel binomial logistic models have higher accuracy than traditional multiple regression models in determining major risk factors for hypertension as a component of metabolic syndrome.
    Comparison of Effects of Midazolam and Propofol on Hemodynamics in Postoperative and Tracheal Intubated Patients with Posterior Fossa Craniotomy
    ZHAO Li-hong;SHI Guang-zhi;ZHENG Yi;XU Ming;ZHOU Jian-xin
    2009, 30(4):  534-537.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.027
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    Objective To compare the effects of midazolam and propofol on hemodynamics in postoperative and tracheal intubated patients with posterior fossa craniotomy. Methods For 60 patients undergoing posterior fossa craniotomy with endotracheal intubation were randomly divided into 2 groups to receive either midazolam(group M, n=30) or propofol (group P, n=30). In group M and group P patients received induction of sedation with midazolam 0.05 mg/kg and propofol 0.5 mg/kg respectively, followed by midazolam 0.05 mg/(kg·h)~ 0.2 mg/(kg·h) and propofol 0.5 mg/(kg·h)~3 mg/(kg·h). Patients could reach level 2~3 of Ramsay sedative condition. Sedation parameters(Ramsay score) and hemodynamic parameters including heart rate(HR), systolic blood pressure(SBP), diastolic blood pressure(DBP), mean arterial blood pressure(MAP), cardiac output(CO), cardiac index(CI), stroke volume(SV), systemic vascular resistance(SVR) were recorded before sedation, 10 min, 30 min, 1 h, 2 h, 4 h and 8 h after sedation. Results After sedation, HR significantly decreased in both groups(P<0.05). SBP, DBP, MAP, CO and CI insignificantly decreased in both groups, SV and SVR insignificantly increased in both groups. Conclusion The use of midazolam and propofol in postoperative and tracheal intubated patients with posterior fossa craniotomy sedation is safe and efficient. Both of them have moderate and equal effect on hemodynamics.
    Comparison of Efficacy and Safety of Different DMARDs Combination Therapies for Rheumatoid Arthritis
    CHEN Le-tian;DUAN Ting;SONG Shu-ju
    2009, 30(4):  538-541.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.028
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    Objective To observe the efficacy and safety of different combination therapy of amethopterin and leflunomide(MTX+LEF) versus amethopterin, salazosulfapyridine and hydroxychloroquine(MTX+SSZ+HCQ) for patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Methods A total of 350 patents with RA were divided into two groups randomly, 180 patients were given MTX+LEF, and 170 patients given MTX+SSZ+HCQ, both for 12 weeks. Efficacy parameters including the time of early morning stiffness, engorgement index, functional disturbance index and erythrocyte sedimentation rate(ESR), C-reactive protein(CRP) and rheumatoid factor(RF) before and after the treatment were observed and the side effects of the therapies were recorded. Results All the parameters in both groups were improved after 4 weeks and 12 weeks treatment and for each group, the parameters were significantly different in different period after the treatment. Compared to MTX+SSZ+HCQ group, all the parameters of MTX+LEF group were better improved after 4 weeks treatment, and the improvement of ESR, RF kept predominant after 12 weeks treatment. The total efficacy analysis showed that MTX+LEF therapy was superior to MTX+SSZ+HCQ therapy, but no significant difference of the total efficacy was observed between the two groups after 12 weeks treatment. Conclusion Both DMARDs combination therapies were effective and safe, but the effect of combined therapy with MTX and LEF could appear earlier.
    Diagnosis and Treatment of the Pineal Region Mature Teratoma in Children
    WANG Zi-de;MA Zhen-yu;JIA Ge;YAO Hong-xin;QI Wei;HAN Li-jiang;DI Fei;LUO Shi-qi
    2009, 30(4):  542-546.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.029
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    Objective To investigate the diagnosis and ideal management of pineal region mature teratomas in children. Methods The clinical data of 44 pediatric patients(all were male) with pineal region mature teratoma, who were treated from Feb, 1998 to Aug, 2008 in Beijing Tiantan Hospital, were retrospectively analyzed for the characteristics of diagnosis and therapeutic approaches. Results The preoperative diagnosis of 70.5% of the cases was consistent with the pathological diagnosis made postoperatively. In 38 cases with hydrocephalus cerebral ventricle to peritoneal(V-P) shunt was performed first. Among the 44 cases, the tumors were totally removed in 34, and were subtotally removed in 10. No patient died of surgery. Conclusion In spite of the complexity of tumors in pineal region, there may be some clues such as male, Parinaud syndrome, heterogeneous imaging, calcification on CT, for the diagnosis of mature teratoma. The definitive diagnosis depends on histopathologic examination. The management of hydrocephalus before removing the tumor is beneficial to the safety of the operation. The patients can be cured by total removal of the tumor, but the optimal approach depends on the size and site of the tumor, as well as the preference of the surgeon.
    Effects of Asphyxia Preconditioning on the Content of Inflammatory Media in Brain Tissue after Intracerebral Hemorrhage in Rats
    AN Li-xin;PENG Yu-ming;WANG Bao-guo;SUN Mei-zhen;YUAN Fang
    2009, 30(4):  547-551.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.030
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    Objective To observe the effects of asphyxia preconditioning on water content and the contents of interleukin-6(IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), superoxide dismutase(SOD) and malondialdehyde(MDA) in perihemotoma tissue after intracerebral hemorrhage(ICH) in rats. Methods Totally 150 male SD rats were randomly allocated into three groups: sham group(Group S, n=50), ICH group(Group I, n=50) and preconditioning group (Group P, n=50). The rats were anesthetized with 10% chloral hydrate 40 mg·kg-1 celiac injection, paralyzed with vecuronium 0.2 mg·kg-1 and mechanically ventilated. The P group were pretreated with four times of preconditioning, by stopping ventilation for 1 min and reventilation for 5 min per circle. Other groups were not pretreated and only mechanically ventilated. One hour later, all the rats were maintained at an adequate respiratory rate(>55 breaths/min) and depth, and the endotracheal tube was removed. ICH model was made by stereotactic injection of 50 μL autologous blood into the caudate nucleus in group P and I, or 50 μL saline in Group S. The changes of brain water content in different regions were measured by the wet and dry weight methods. The content of IL-6 and TNF-α in brain tissues were measured with radioimmunoassay and the content of SOD, MDA were assayed by chromatometry at 6 h, 24 h, 48 h and 72 h after ICH. Results As shown in the ipsilateral basal ganglia, the increase of brain water content after ICH of group P(79.96±0.52, 80.49±0.69)% were much lower than that that in group I(81.78±1.49, 83.93±1.12)% at 24 h and 48 h. The differences were significant(P<0.05). The contents of IL-6 and TNF-α in brain increased obviously in group I and P at 6h after ICH, peaked at 48 h, and decreased at 72 h. The contents of TNF-α in group * Corresponding author, E-mail: wbgttyy@sina.com P were greatly lower at 48 h as compared with group I, P<0.05. SOD in perihemotoma decreased significantly after ICH in group I and P. As compared with group I at 48 h (141±33 U/mg), SOD in group P (184±22 U/mg) was much higher, P<0.05. MDA increased significantly after ICH in group I and P. While the values were much lighter in group P(3.53±1.42, 6.38±1.01 nmol/mg) than that in group I(5.55±0.93, 8.30±1.65 nmol/mg) at 24 h and 48 h, P<0.05. Conclusion Asphyxia preconditioning increases the content of IL-6 and SOD, decreases the content of TNF-α and MDA, alleviates brain water content and demonstrates certain cerebral protective effects after ICH in rats.
    Clinical Analysis of 38 Cases with Premature Ovarian Failure
    SUN Min-ling
    2009, 30(4):  552-555.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.031
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    Objective To summarize the clinical data of premature ovarian failure(PDF) and evaluate the efficacy of hormone replacement therapy(HRT) of premature ovarian failure patients to explore the treatment of premature ovarian failure. Methods From January 2000 to January 2008, 38 cases of premature ovarian failure were enrolled in clinical data analysis, and were treated with the HRT for 3 months to 1 year to observe the changes in clinical symptoms, pelvic ultrasound, serum reproductive hormone levels, blood lipids and liver and kidney function after HRT. Results In 25 cases the clinical symptoms were eased by HRT significantly , the cure rate was 13.2%, and the effective rate was 65.8%. Compared with pre-medication, serum follicle stimulating hormone(FSH) levels decreased significantly(P<0.01), serum luteinizing hormone(LH) level decreased significantly(P<0.05). Both ovarian volume had no significant change(P>0.05), marked thickening of the endometrium(P<0.01) was noted. Neither damage to the liver and kidney function nor other side effects were found during the medication. Conclusion Premature ovarian failure is a disease caused by multiple factors, and its treatment is difficult. Hormone replacement therapy can alleviate clinical symptoms, reduce serum FSH, LH significantly, and can prevent complications.
    The Clinical Significance of High Sensitive C-reactive Protein in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome
    YANG Jing;HUA Qi;XU Dong;TAN Jing
    2009, 30(4):  556-559.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.032
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    Objective To explore the changes of high sensitive c-reactive protein(hs-CRP) in patients with acute coronary syndrome(ACS) and the variation tendency of hs-CRP in acute myocardial infraction(AMI) patients. Methods The single-centre study enrolled 126 acute myocardial infraction(AMI) patients and 135 unstable angina(UA) patients. The serum hs-CRP were measured by immune nephelometry. Leucocyte neutrophilic granulocyte and serum lipids(TC, LDL-C, HDL-C and TG) were also be measured. In 22 AMI patients, hs-CRP was measured at within 12 h, 24 h, 48 h, 72 h and 7 d. Results The levels of hs-CRP in patients with AMI(6.26±5.60 mg/ L ) were significantly higher than those in UA patients(3.52±4.34 mg/L)(P=0.000). The levels of leucocyte and neutrophilic granulocyte in AMI group were significantly higher than those in UA patients. There was no significant difference of the serum lipids(TC, LDL-C, HDL-C and TG) between the two groups(P>0.05). The levels of hs-CRP at 48 h or 72 h in AMI patients were significantly higher than those within 12 h. Conclusion The levels of hs-CRP in AMI patients are higher than those in UA patients. The levels of hs-CRP at 48 h or 72 h in AMI patients are superior to those within 12 h in reflecting the severity of AMI.
    Prevalence and Genotypes of Human Papillomavirus Cervical Infection in 400 Women Who Underwent Health Checkup
    WU Xing-rong;ZHU Wei;ZHANG Hai-ping;LIAN Shi
    2009, 30(4):  560-562.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.033
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    Objective To evaluate prevalence of human papillomavirus(HPV) infection and genotypes of the virus in 400 women who underwent health checkup. Methods HPV DNA was determined from the cervical epithelium of 400 women by means of gene chip technique. The overall HPV prevalence and age distribution in the 400 women were analyzed. Results HPV DNA was detected in 17.0% of all the women(68 of 400 cases), The high risk HPV was detected in 61.8% of the HPV-positive women(42 of 68 cases) and HPV 16 was the most common type. The low risk HPV was detected in 22.1% of the HPV-positive women(15 of 68 cases), HPV43 and HPV 11 were the most common types. The combined high and low risk HPV was detected in 16.1% of the HPV-positive women(11 of 68 cases). The highest HPV prevalence was found in women at the ages of 20~34 years(18.2%) compared with the women aged ≤19 years(15.4%) and aged ≥ 35 years(12.7%) , but there were no significant differences among the age groups. Conclusion Gene chip technique detects a high prevalence of HPV in the women who underwent health checkup.
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    Improvements and Applications of Adeno-associated Virus Vectors for Gene Therapy
    ZHANG Feng-lan;WEN Zhao-yang;DING Wei
    2009, 30(4):  565-573.  doi:10.3785/j.issn.1006-7795.2009.04.035
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    The non-pathogenic property of adeno-associated virus(AAV)has made its recombinants one of the most attractive candidate gene therapy vectors for its outstanding feature in safety, which have already been applied in the clinics for the treatments of a variety of diseases. As the basic researches in molecular virology of AAV have progressed rapidly within the past two decades, novel strategies to improve the specificity of AAV infection in host/targeted cells and the efficiency of viral transduction have been attempted, part of which are being subsequently translated for clinical trials. This review will introduce the current understandings of AAV with its basic biological characteristics, and take several successful laboratory researches as examples to discuss the strategies and approaches for developing improved AAV vectors as well as their features for application. The current status and the challenges for AAV-mediated gene therapy are also addressed.