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Objective To investigate the role of HER2 and Ki-67 in colorectal cancer pathogenesis and their influence on the prognosis in the patients with colorectal cancer.Methods The expressions of HER2 and Ki-67 proteins in colorectal cancer tissues from 71 cases of colorectal cancer and 30 cases of para-cancerous normal tissues were detected by usingthe immunohistochemistry.The expressions of HER2,Ki-67 and their clinicopafhological parameters and prognostic significance were also analyzed.Results The positive expression rate of HER2 in colorectal cancer tissue (32.4％) was higher than that in para-cancerous normal tissues (10.0％);the positive expression rate ofKi-67 in colorectal cancer tissue (85.9％) was significantly higher than that in para-cancerous normal tissues (6.7 ％),the difference was statistically significant (P＜0.05).The expression of HER2 in colorectal cancer tissues was correlated with tumor differentiation degree,lymph node metastasis,number of lymph node metastasis and TNM staging (P＜0.05).The expression of Ki-67 in colorectal cancer tissues was correlated with infiltration depth,lymph node metastasis,number of lymph node metastasis and TNM staging (P＜0.05).HER2 in colorectal cancer tissues was positively correlated with Ki-67 (r=0.515,P=0.001).The 5-year disease-free survival rates in the HER2 positive group and the HER2 negative group were 48.4％ and 80.8％,the difference was statistically significant (P＜0.05).The 5-year diseasefree survival rates in the Ki-67 high expression group and the Ki-67 low expression group were 56.5 ％ and 85.5％,the difference was statistically significant (P＜0.05).The 5-year survival rate in the HER2 positive group and the HER2 negative group were 60.9 ％ and 85.5 ％,the difference was statistically significant (P＜0.05).The 5-year survival rate in the Ki-67 high expression group and the Ki-67 low expression group were 63.9％ and 85.5 ％,the difference was statistically significant (P＜0.05).The single factor analysis showed that tumor differentiation degree,infiltration depth,lymph node metastasis,number of lymph node metastasis,TNM staging,the expressions of HER2 and Ki-67 were related with prognosis in the patients with colorectal cancer (P＜0.05).The Cox multivariate analysis results showed that tumor infiltration depth and TMN staging were the independent factors affecting prognosis in the patients with colorectal cancer.Conclusion The expressions of HER2 and Ki-67 are associated with the development of colorectal cancer.The 5-year disease-free survival rate and the 5-year survival rate in the patients with HER2 and Ki-67 positive become significantly decreased.
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Objective:To study the effects of antimicrobial therapy on the maturation and function of dendritic cells(DCs) in the infected microenvironment of rabbit buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma.Methods:The inflammatory models were obtained by mechanical trauma and high sugar diet on the basis of rabbit buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma models which were established by particle implantation of the tumor tissue.The model rabbits were divided into 3 groups (n =6).In group A the rabbits with buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma and local inflammation were given antibiotics by gavage and intramuscular injection for 3 consecutive days;the rabbits in group B with buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma and local inflammation were given normal saline by gavage and intramuscular injection;the rabbits in group C with tumor and without inflammation were given normal saline by gavage and intramuscular injection.The tumor specimens were collected 3 days after treatment,and made into tissue homogenate,supernatant was collected after centrifugation.Normal rabbit peripheral blood mononuclear cells were separated and co-cultured with the supernatant obtained from the 3 groups respectively.Expressions of DCs surface markers HLA-DR,CD83 and CD86 were detected by flow cytometry.the function of DCs was tested by mixed lymphocyte reaction.Results:The positive rate of HLA-DR,CD83,CD86 and stimulate index were group C ＞ group A ＞ group B (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion:Antimicrobial therapy can promote the maturation and function of DCs in the infected microenvironment of rabbit buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma.
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Obturators made of super soft liner thermosetting resin for 59 patients with fenestrated mandibular cyst were regulated according to cystic sizes.Cystic sizes and bone repair were detected by panoramic radiograph and CT 3,6 and 12 months after operation.In all patients,the cystic areas had higher bone mineral density than before,and cystic sizes dereased.32 patients had more than 50％ new bone formation in cystic areas,and cystic areas of 17 patients entirely disappeared without the need of secondary scale.
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Objective:To study the effects of the treatment for rabbit VX-2 tongue cancer with paclitaxel or paclitaxel liposome infusion through rabbit lingual artery or ear vein infusion.Methods:24 rabbits with VX-2 tongue cancer were divided into 6 groups(n =40) randomly.The rabits in 3 groups were respectively treated by intra-arterial infusion with paclitaxel,paclitaxel liposome and 5％ glucose,and those in other 3 groups by ear vein infusion with the same materials.After 7 days of treatment,the lesion volumes were measured for response evaluation,cells apotosis in the cancer tissure was detected by llowcytometry,P53 protein expression was examined by immunohistochemical staining,respectively.The data was analyzed by SPSS 20.0 software package.Results:The response rate and apotosis of the tumor cells in intra-arterial infusion with paclitaxel liposome group were higher than those in the other groups(P ＜ 0.05),P53 protein expression was lower than that of the other groups (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion:Intra-arterial infusion through tongue artery with paclitaxel liposome is more effective than the other methods in the treatment of rabbit VX-2 tongue cancer.
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Objective:To study the effect of paclitaxel liposome on the apoptosis of cancer cells in neck metastatic lymph node of rabbit tongue cancer.Methods:24 New Zealand rabbits with VX-2 tumor at tongue edge were divided into 6 groups randomly after neck lymph node metastasis.Paclitaxel liposome,free paclitaxel and 5％ glucose were injected into the lingual arterial and ear marginal vein,respectively.A week after chemotherapy metastasis lymph nodes were collected.The apoptosis of the cancer cells in the lymph nodes was examined by transmission electron microscope,flow cytometry,and SP immunohistochemical method for P53 protein expression of the cancer tissue.Results:The apoptosis rate of cancer cells in the intra-arterial chemotherapy group was higher than that in the intra-venous chemotherapy group,in the paclitaxel liposome injection group was higher than that in the free paclitaxel injection group(P ＜ 0.05).The positive rates of P53 protein expression in paclitaxel liposome group by intra-arterial injection was the lowest (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion:Paclitaxel liposome is more effective than free paclitaxel,regional arterial infusion is more effective than intra-venous infusion in the apoptosis induction of lymph node metastasis cancer cells.
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Objective:To evaluate the advantages of function-preserving parotidectomy for benign tumors involving deep parotid lobe. Methods:17 patients with benign tumor involving deep parotid lobe were treated by limited partial parotidectomy.All of the tumors were not more than 3 cm of diameter,12 of them were in the deep lobe and 5 involving both superficial and deep lobes.In the operation fascia glandular flap was made,the tumor with the surrounding gland tissue was thoroughly dissected and the glandular parenchyma was preserved.Results:All the operations were successful and the wounds healed well with symmetrical facial contours.No patient experi-enced salivary fistula.Temporary facial palsy was observed in 2 cases(11.76%).No tumor recurrence was observed.Facial nerve function of all patients completely recovered after a median follow-up of 11 months.Conclusion:Function-preserving parotidectomy for benign tumor involving the parotid deep lobe may improve functional outcomes without compromising local tumor control.
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<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To explore the effects of aspirin and inflammation on the maturation and function of dendritic cells (DC) on the supernatant of VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma.</p><p><b>METHODS</b>The rabbit buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma models with inflammation were established by tumor particle implantation, mechanical trauma, and high sugar diet. The rabbits were divided into three groups. For the experimental group (rabbit buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma with local inflammation), aspirin were given by gavage for three consecutive days. For the control group (rabbit buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma with local inflammation), normal saline was given by gavage for three consecutive days. For the blank group (tumor without inflammation), normal saline was given by gavage for three consecutive days. Each tumor specimens were collected in three days and made into tissue homogenate. The supernatant was collected after centrifugation. Normal rabbit peripheral blood mononuclear cells were separated and co-cultured with different states of supernatant. The expression of DC surface markers CD83, CD86, and human leukocyte antigen-DR (HLA-DR) were detected by flow cytometry. The state of function of DC was tested by mixed lymphocyte reaction.</p><p><b>RESULTS</b>The positive rate of CD83, CD86, and HLA-DR of the experimental and control groups were both lower than that of the blank group (P<0.05). In addition, the ability to stimulate T cell proliferation of the experimental and control groups were weaker than that of the blank group (P<0.05). No significant difference was observed between the experi- and HLADR of DC. The short-term administration of aspirin is not conducive to the phenoty and function of DC in a rabbit mental and control groups (P>0.05).</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>Inflammation may inhibit the function and expression of CD83, CD86, buccal VX-2 squamous cell carcinoma inflammatory environment</p>
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Animals , Humans , Rabbits , Aspirin , Pharmacology , Carcinoma, Squamous Cell , Coculture Techniques , Dendritic Cells , Flow Cytometry , Inflammation , Leukocytes, Mononuclear , Organothiophosphorus CompoundsABSTRACT
<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To investigate the effects of anti-infection treatment on the expressions of antigen-presenting-related membrane-surface molecules HLA-DR and CD86 in dendritic cells (DCs) in rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma tissue complicated with local inflammation.</p><p><b>METHODS</b>Rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma with local inflammation models that were established by inflammation was induced by inoculation VX2 tumor, mechanical trauma, and drinking of milk with high sugar viscosity. The animals were divided into four groups. Group A (n=12): rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma with local inflammation, procaine penicillin was intramuscularly given, and tinidazole tablets were given by gavage for three consecutive days. Group B (n = 12): rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma with local inflammation, normal saline was intramuscularly given, and aspirin were given by gavage for three consecutive days. Group C (n = 12): rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma with local inflammation, normal saline was given intramuscularly and by gavage for three consecutive days. Group D (n = 10): rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma, normal saline was given intramuscularly and by gavage for three consecutive days. All the rabbits were sacrificed for collection of tumor specimens, and the expression levels of membrane-surface HLA-DR and CD86 in DCs of tumor specimens were detected viaflow cytometry.</p><p><b>RESULTS</b>The positive expression rate of HLA-DR and the double positive expression rate of HLA-DR and CD86 were group A > group D > group B > group C. The positive expression rate of CD86 were group A > group D > group B and group C (P < 0.05).</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>Anti-infection treatment significantly increased the expressions of HLA-DR and CD86 in DCs of rabbit buccal VX2 squamous cell carcinoma tissue complicated with local inflammation.</p>
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Animals , Rabbits , Carcinoma, Squamous Cell , Allergy and Immunology , Dendritic Cells , HLA-DR Antigens , Metabolism , InflammationABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:Fewer ethical issues exist in adult stem cells, and some operating technologies are relatively mature. Therefore, to construct tissue-engineered salivary glands using adult stem cells is very attractive and seductive with an extremely important application prospect. OBJECTIVE:To establish a rat model of salivary gland injury by ligation of the main excretory duct of the submandibular gland and to explore the existing feasibility and location of adult stem cells in the injured models. METHODS:The main excretory duct of the right submandibular glands was ligated in Sprague-Dawley rats. After 1 week, rats were kil ed to remove the bilateral glands that were then subject to hematoxylin-eosin staining, PAS glycogen staining and immunohistochemical staining for determination of CK-19, Bcl-2, Ki-67. After that, we compared the normal submandibular gland with the damaged model after ligation of main excretory duct. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:The rats showed differences in the volume and mass of the affected and normal submandibular glands. The normal submandibular gland was oval, ruddy, smooth, soft with an intact envelop. After ligation, the injured submandibular gland appeared to have atrophy with dark red in color, irregular morphology, envelop congestion, and rough texture;the surrounding vessels showed compensatory expansion. PAS-positive gland cells disappeared, CK-19-postive smal duct epithelial cells proliferated, and laminin-positive cells that were rarely found in the normal gland existed around the duct. In addition, Bcl-2/Ki-67 positive cells were both increased. These findings indicate that stem/progenitor cells may be located in the periductal area of the submandibular gland;and the model of submandibular gland injury established by ligation of the main excretory duct is effective to activate stem/progenitor cells in the submandibular gland.
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Objective To investigate the expression and prognostic significance of inhibitor of growth 4 (ING4) and tail-type homeobox transcription factor 2 (CDX2) in colorectal cancer. Methods The expressions of ING4 and CDX2 pro-teins were detected by immunohistochemistry in 99 tissue samples of colorectal cancer and 30 corresponding para-cancer-ous normal tissue samples. The data of clinic outcomes were collected. The correlations between the expressions of ING 4 and CDX2 and clinicopathological parameters were also analyzed. Results The positive expression rates of ING4 and CDX2 were 68.8%and 72.7%in colorectal cancer tissues, which were significantly lower than those of corresponding normal tissue samples (93.3% and 96.7%, P<0.05). There were significant differences in the differentiation, depth of invasion, lymph node metastasis and tumor stage between expressions of ING4 and CDX2 (P<0.05). The 5-year survival rate was significant-ly lower in ING4 negative group (35.5%) compared with that of ING4 positive group (77.9%). The 5-year survival rate was significantly lower in CDX2 negative group (48.1%) than that of CDX2 positive group (70.8%, P<0.05). The expression of ING4 was positively correlated with the expression of CDX2 in colorectal cancer. Conclusion The expressions of ING4 and CDX2 are strongly associated with the carcinogenesis, development and prognosis of the colorectal cancer,which suggests that ING4 and CDX2 might be used as prognostic markers for the colorectal cancer.
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BACKGROUND:Injection of isoproterenol is known to induce proliferation and hypertrophy of acinar cells in rodent salivary glands. However, the clonal proliferation ability of stem/progenitor cells of salivary glands by isoproterenol remains unclear. OBJECTIVE:To study the proliferation and activation ability of stem/progenitor cells of submandibular gland with colony assay by intraperitoneal injection of isoproterenol. METHODS:Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into two groups, isoproterenol and control groups, respectively intraperitonal y injected with isoproterenol and normal saline for 5 consecutive days. The gland tissues were harvested, and the stem/progenitor cells of submandibular gland were obtained by enzyme digestion in vitro. The number of clonal colonies of each group was analyzed. The larger colony cells were col ected for immunohistochemistry staining with CD90.1, laminin andα6β1. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:The number of middle and low proliferative potential colony-forming cells was less but high proliferative potential colony forming cells were significantly more in isoproterenol group compared with control group (P0.05). The high proliferative potential colony forming cells were positive for CD90.1, laminin andα6β1. Results showed that isoproterenol treatment model cannot increase the cellnumber, but enhance the proliferation ability of stem/progenitor cells from the submandibular gland.
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BACKGROUND: Seed cells with good proliferation and enough amounts are need in reconstructing artificial salivary gland in vitro. However, adult stem cells are difficult to be isolated from normal submandibular gland.OBJECTIVE: To in vitro isolate submandibular gland stem/progenitor cells for cloning culture using animal models of damaged gland tissue.DESIGN, TIME AND SETTING: Cytological in vitro experiment was performed at the Gu.izhou Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Tissue Engineering, Zunyi Medical College from March 2006 to January 2007.MATERIALS: A total of 10 male Sprague Dawley rats aged 8 weeks were supplied by the Animal Center, Third Military Medical University of Chinese PLA.METHODS: The model of tissue damaged submandibular gland in 10 rats was made by deligation. One week later, the gland tissue was obtained to harvest submandibular gland stem/progenitor cells by enzyme digestion in vitro. Following 10-14 days of primary culture, small round cells were collected, purified and subcultured for monoclonal culture.MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Immunocytochemical staining and immunofluorescence staining results were measured in submandibular gland stem/progenitor cells. Growth curve was drawn to analyze the proliferation of submandibular gland stem/progenitor cells in vitro.RESULTS: Cells expressing laminin showed stem cell characteristics. Positive expression of CD29 suggested high-adherent and high-proliferative stem cell properties. Positive expression of keratin-19 indicated epithelium-derived submandibular gland stem/progenitor cells. Growth curve was near to "S" shape, and in vitro culture and proliferation was active.CONCLUSION: Submandibular gland stem/progenitor cells had the characteristics of tissue stem cells. They might be as a kind of seed cells for tissue engineered artificial salivary gland in further research.
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Objective To study the expression of Survivin in breast carcinoma combined with prognosis of ten-year follow-up.Methods The expression of Survivin was investigated by immunohistochemistry in 60 cases of breast cancer and 20 tumor surrounding tissue.All the cases were performed with prognosis of tenyear follow-up.Results The expression rate of Survivin in breast carcinoma(68.3%)was higher than that in fibroadenoma of bast tissue(25%)(χ2=20.03,P＜0.01).Survivin didn't experss in tumor surrounding tissue.There Was no relationship among the expression of Survivin and the histological differentiation,clinical staging,and lymph node metastasis of breast carcinoma.The expression of Survivin was correlated with the survival years of patients.Conclusion The expression of Survivin was up-regulated in breast carcinoma,which indicated that survivin may play an important role of the genesis and development of breast cancer,but it may play negative correlated with breast carcinoma.
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BACKGROUND: An important initial step in developing a tissue engineering artificial salivary gland organoid is to find an ideal scaffold. To find other new biomaterials should to be further studied.OBJECTIVE: To obtain an acellular matrix from tracheae of rabbits and SD rats, and to investigate its biocompatibility as a primary step toward developing a tissue engineering artificial salivary gland organoid.DESIGN, TIME AND SETTING: A randomized controlled animal study, which was performed at the Key Laboratory of Transplantation Engineering and Immunology of Ministry of Health, West China Hospital of Sichuan University from February 2003 to May 2005.MATERIALS: A modified detergent and enzyme link extraction procedure was performed to remove cells from SD rats and rabbits tracheae. The histology, topography of inner-surface and biocompatibility were studied on both acellular tracheae.METHODS: Eighteen SD rats were randomly divided into 2 groups. One group was planted acellular trachea of SD rats. Other group consisted of acellular trachea of rabbits. On the third generations, submandibular gland cells were inoculated on two acellular tracheae and cultured on PGA membrane; while, cells in the control group were inoculated on 12-well culture plate, and cell/scaffold complex was cultured at the same time.MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: The structure and topography of inner-surface of the acellular tracheae matrixes were observed both by light and scanning electron microscopy. The inflammatory response of the tissue around acellular tracheae implanted under the skin of cheek was evaluated at 1, 4, 12 weeks. The numbers of cells grown on the acellular tracheae and PGA film were counted at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 days. At 1, 3, 5, 7 days, the mean values of metabolic activity test and the amylase activities of supernatants of the cells/scaffold complexes were examined.RESULTS: The cells were completely removed from both tracheae. No evident inflammatory response was found in tissues around two kinds of acellular tracheae implanted under the skin of cheek. The number of submandibular gland cells (SSG) grown on the two kinds of naturally derived biomaterials was much more than grown on PGA (P<0.05). The mean values of metabolic activity test and the amylase activities of supernatants containing cell/acellular matrixes were much higher than that of cell/PGA (P<0.05).CONCLUSION: The acelhilar tracheae matrixes made by our laboratory can be used as scaffold in the study of tissue engineering artificial salivary gland organoid.
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<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>The purpose of this article is to discuss the reconstruction of facial muscle defects with tissue engineered myoblast in SD rats.</p><p><b>METHODS</b>Using purified, subcultured myoblast of neonatal rats and type I collagen gels as extracellular matrix (ECM) and scaffold, tissue engineered muscle was transplanted in the face of syngeneic nutured rats.</p><p><b>RESULTS</b>Tissue engineered myoblast generated and differentiated in vitro were observed with microscope. Myoblast fused each other and formed myofibers in the face of rats, nerve fibers and vessels regeneration could also be found in some samples. Postoperative electromiographs showed the myofibers were active when stimulating the nerve trunk that innervates the engineered facial muscle.</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>Tissue engineered method is hopeful to be used as a new technique to reconstruct defects of facial muscle.</p>
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Animals , Female , Male , Rats , Animals, Newborn , Cells, Cultured , Collagen Type I , Pharmacology , Facial Muscles , Wounds and Injuries , Pathology , General Surgery , Gels , Myoblasts , Cell Biology , Transplantation , Rats, Sprague-Dawley , Plastic Surgery Procedures , Tissue EngineeringABSTRACT
Objective:To prepare an acellular matrix from trachea of rabbits and SD rats, and to investigate its biocompatibility.Methods: A modified detergent and enzyme link extraction procedure was performed to remove cells from the trachea of SD rats and rabbits. The histology, topography of inner-surface and biocompatibility were studied by morphological observation,cell culture and in vivo transplantation respectively.Results:The acellular trachea matrix did not inhibit the growth and amylase secretion of allogenic salivary gland cells cultured on it.The allogenically transplanted acellular trachea matrix did not result in inflammation reaction of the host tissue,could integrate with surrounding tisses.Conclusion:The acellular trachea matix is biocompatible.
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s Objective: To study the feasibility of allogeneic tra ns plantation of myoblasts of SD rats for the reconstruction of facial muscle de fects. Methods: Myoblasts obtained from the forelimbs and hindlimbs of neonatal SD rats were purified and cultured. 5?10 4 myoblasts w ere seeded onto each of type Ⅰcollagen sponges in the size of 1.5 mm?0.8 mm? 0.5 cm. The myoblasts/sponge constructs were transplanted into the facial muscl e defects of syngeneic mutured rats and observed with microscopy,immunohistoche mistry and electromyography (EMG).Result:Myoblasts attac hed and kept alive on type I collagen for at lest 3～4 days in culture. 4 and 8 w eeks after transplantation,muscle like tissue with blood vessles was observed i n the implants. Expression of actin and myosin in the implants was similar to th at in the control muscle.8 weeks after implantation,the spike wave (mV) on the g rafted side and control side was 0.7?0.3 and 2.7?0.6 ( P
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Objective: To evaluate an innovative surgical approach for submandibular gland resection with minimal invasive incision. Methods:With cutaneous incision of 30 mm in the submandibular area, six patients with chronic sialadenitis of submandibular gland were treated with this approach. Anterior facial vein and facial artery were maintained without ligation. Results:The operation time is ranged from 40 to 80 minutes. There were no facial nerve injuries. Furthermore, the surgical stigmata was minimized. Conclusion:The modified minimal incision for submandibular gland resection has less wound and better cosmesis.
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Objective:To study the effects of isoproterenol(Iso) on the proliferation of cultured submandibular gland cells of SD rats. Methods:Submandibular gland cells of SD rats were primarily cultured. The cells were exposed to Iso at 10 -3 g/L continuously for 8 days or intermittently(2 h each day for 8 days). The cell proliferation was sutdied by bromodeoxyuridine Brdu labeling and cell counting.Results:Iso increased cell proliferation(P