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Objective:To explore MRI T 2-mapping and blood oxygenation level dependent (BOLD) to evaluate the functional changes of paraspinal muscle in rats with discogenic low back pain (DLBP) after swimming. Methods:Totally 54 female 1-month-old SD rats were selected, which were divided into 3 groups by random number table method, sham operation (Sham) group, DLBP non-swimming group and DLBP swimming group, with 18 rats in each group. Under the guidance of X-ray fluoroscopy, the L4/5 and L5/6 intervertebral discs of the rats in the DLBP non-swimming group and DLBP swimming group were punctured by the posterior approach, and establishment of DLBP rat model by destroying nucleus pulposus, and only paraspinal muscles at the same level were punctured in the Sham group. After modeling, the DLBP swimming group received swimming exercise intervention for 5 consecutive days (30 min/d), while the DLBP non-swimming group and Sham group did not receive any rehabilitation exercise intervention. Each group was divided into 3 time point subgroups on average, the T 2-mapping and BOLD sequences were scanned at 30, 90 and 180 days after modeling to obtain the T 2 value, R 2* value of the paraspinal muscles, and the paraspinal muscles at the modeling level were taken for immunofluorescence staining, and the fluorescence intensity of myosin heavy chain (MYH)1 (type Ⅱ muscle fiber) and MYH7 (type I muscle fiber) was analyzed. One-way analysis of variance was used for comparison among the 3 groups, and the Bonferroni method was used for multiple comparisons, and Pearson correlation coefficient was used to evaluate the correlation between quantitative MRI parameters T 2 value, R 2* value and MYH1, MYH7 immunofluorescence intensity of rat paraspinal muscles at 180 days after modeling. Results:At 30 days after modeling, there was no significant difference in T 2 value and R 2* value among the 3 groups (all P>0.05). At 90 days after modeling, the T 2 value of the DLBP swimming group was higher than that of the DLBP non-swimming group, and the T 2 value of the DLBP non-swimming group was lower than that of the Sham group (all P<0.05), and there was no significant difference in the R 2* value among the 3 groups ( P>0.05). At 180 days after modeling, the T 2 value of the DLBP swimming group was higher than that of the DLBP non-swimming group, and the R 2* value was lower than that of the DLBP non-swimming group; the T 2 value of the DLBP non-swimming group was lower than that of the Sham group, and the R 2* value was higher than that of the Sham group (all P<0.05). At 30 and 90 days after modeling, there was no significant difference in the expressions of MYH1 and MYH7 among the 3 groups (all P>0.05). At 180 days after modeling, the expression of MYH1 decreased and the expression of MYH7 increased in the DLBP swimming group compared with the DLBP non-swimming group; the expression of MYH1 increased and the expression of MYH7 decreased in the DLBP non-swimming group compared with the Sham group (all P<0.05). At 180 days after modeling, the T 2 value had a moderate negative correlation with the fluorescence intensity of MYH1 ( r=-0.511, P=0.043), and a moderate positive correlation with the fluorescence intensity of MYH7 ( r=0.564, P=0.023); R 2* value was moderate positive correlated with the fluorescence intensity of MYH1 ( r=0.625, P=0.010), and moderate negative correlated with the fluorescence intensity of MYH7 ( r=-0.653, P=0.006). Conclusions:Swimming exercise can improve the reduction of water content and perfusion in the paraspinal muscles of DLBP rats, and reduce the transformation of muscle fibers from type Ⅰ to type Ⅱ, the changes of T 2 and R 2* value can reflect the transformation of paraspinal muscle fiber types to a certain extent.
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Objective:To investigate the application effect of 3D digital modeling combined with 3D printed model in assisting the classroom theoretical teaching of orthopedics in five-year undergraduate students majoring in clinical medicine.Methods:In May 2022, 33 five-year undergraduate students majoring in clinical medicine in the class of 2018 in Southwest Medical University were selected and divided into experimental group with 17 students and control group with 16 students according to the odd or even student number. The students in the experimental group were taught by traditional PPT+3D digital modeling combined with 3D printed model, and those in the control group were taught by the traditional PPT teaching method. The teaching effect was evaluated by theoretical examination and a questionnaire survey on the degree of satisfaction with teaching. SPSS 25.0 was used to perform the t-test, the Mann-Whitney U test, the rank sum test, and the chi-square test. Results:The experimental group had a significantly higher score of theoretical examination than the control group (86.24±4.16 vs. 82.50±6.06). The questionnaire survey on the degree of satisfaction with teaching showed that compared with the control group, the experimental group had a significantly higher degree of satisfaction with the understanding and learning of orthopedic diseases [3 (2, 3) vs. 2 (2, 2), P < 0.05], the improvement in learning interest [2 (2, 3) vs. 2 (1, 2), P < 0.05], classroom innovation [3 (3, 3) vs. 2 (1.5, 2), P < 0.05], and overall classroom teaching [3 (2, 3) vs. 2 (2, 2), P < 0.05]. Conclusion:In assisting the classroom theoretical teaching of orthopedics in undergraduate students majoring in clinical medicine, 3D digital modeling combined with 3D printed model can provide concrete 3D models, reduce the difficulties in learning, improve the awareness of orthopedic diseases, strengthen learning interest, and increase the degree of satisfaction with teaching and academic scores.
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Objective:To explore the value of iterative decomposition of water and fat with asymmetry and least squares estimation-quantitative fat imaging (IDEAL-IQ) in quantitative evaluation of thigh muscle fat content and its correlation with muscle strength in middle-aged and elderly volunteers.Methods:From December 2020 to April 2021, 30 volunteers aged 45 to 70 were recruited prospectively, including 15 males and 15 females with 52.5 (49.0, 56.3) years old. All subjects were scanned at 3.0 T MR, including axial T 1WI, IDEAL-IQ and coronal T 2WI of the left thigh. The region of interest of the knee extensors (quadriceps femoris) and knee flexors (hamstrings) in the left mid-thigh were delineated, and muscle cross-sectional area (CSA), skeletal muscle index (SMI), intermuscular fat fraction (FF) and intramuscular FF were obtained. In addition, isokinetic muscle strength measurement was performed on the left knee joint of all subjects at angular speeds of 60°/s and 180°/s to obtain peak torque (PT) and total work (TW) of knee flexors and extensors. Independent sample t-test, paired t-test or Mann-Whitney U test were used to compare the differences of CSA, SMI, intermuscular FF, intramuscular FF, PT and TW between different genders and muscle groups. Pearson or Spearman correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression analysis were used to analyze the correlation between CSA, SMI, intermuscular FF, intramuscular FF and PT, TW of thigh muscles. Results:The CSA, PT and TW of thighs in males were higher than those in females ( P<0.05), while the intermuscular FF in males was lower than that in females ( P=0.005). The CSA, SMI and PT of the thigh extensors were higher than those of the flexors ( P<0.001), while the intramuscular FF and intermuscular FF were lower than those of the flexors ( P<0.001). Intramuscular FF of flexors and extensors were moderately negatively correlated with PT ( r=-0.635, P<0.001; r=-0.546, P<0.001), and highly, moderately negatively correlated with TW ( r=-0.718, P<0.001; r=-0.616, P<0.001). Intermuscular FF of flexors and extensors were moderately negatively correlated with PT ( r=-0.519, P=0.003; r=-0.443, P=0.014), and negatively correlated with TW ( r=-0.363, P=0.049; r=-0.552, P=0.002). There was no significant correlation between CSA, SMI and PT, TW in flexors and extensors of thigh ( P>0.05). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that intramuscular FF was still significantly correlated with PT and TW of flexors and extensors (flexors: R 2adj=0.505, P=0.001; R 2adj=0.540, P<0.001; extensors: R 2adj=0.351, P=0.006; R 2adj=0.470, P=0.002). Conclusion:FF based on IDEAL-IQ technology can accurately quantify the intramuscular and intermuscular fat content of thighs, and there are negative correlations between intramuscular FF, intermuscular FF and isokinetic muscle strength measurements including PT and TW. Among them, intramuscular FF is more significant.
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Objective:To evaluate the relationship between the mitochondrial mechanism of diabetic mellitus-caused abolition of cardioprotection induced by ischemia postconditioning (IPO) and succinate dehydrogenase (SDH) in rats.Methods:Thirty-six SPF male non-diabetic Sprague-Dawley rats, aged 16-20 weeks, weighing about 300 g, were divided into 3 groups ( n=12 each) using a random number table method: sham operation group (ND+ Sham group), ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) group (ND+ I/R group) and IPO group (ND+ IPO group). Seventy-two rats with diabetes mellitus were divided into 6 groups ( n=12 each) using a random number table method: sham operation group (DM+ Sham group), I/R group (DM+ I/R group), DM+ IPO group, sham operation+ dimethyl malonate group (group DM+ Sham+ Dme), I/R+ dimethyl malonate group (group DM+ I/R + Dme) and IPO+ dimethyl malonate group (group DM+ IPO+ Dme). The model of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) was established, and the model of total I/R injury was induced by ligating the ascending aorta for 30 min followed by 60 min of reperfusion.The animals underwent 3 cycles of 30-s reperfusion followed by 30-s ischemia starting from the onset of reperfusion in each IPO group.In each Dme group, dimethyl malonate was infused through the tail vein at a rate of 4 mg· kg -1·min -1 for 40 min starting from the beginning of CPB.At the end of reperfusion, the myocardial tissues were taken for measurement of mitochondrial respiratory control ratio (RCR) (by the Lufthansa electrode method), mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) (by the JC-1 method) and the opening of mitochondrial permeability transition pore (mPTP) (by absorptiometry) and for determination of the activity of reactive oxygen species (ROS) (with the fluorescent probe), succinate dehydrogenase (SDH) (using spectrophotometric method) and the contents of succinic acid and fumarate. Results:Compared with ND+ Sham group, the activities of SDH and ROS, opening of mPTP and content of fumarate were significantly increased, and MMP, RCR and succinic acid content were decreased in ND+ I/R ( P<0.05). Compared with group ND+ I/R, the activities of SDH and ROS, opening of mPTP and content of fumarate were significantly decreased, and MMP, RCR and succinic acid content were increased in ND+ IPO ( P<0.05). Compared with group DM+ Sham, the activities of SDH and ROS, opening of mPTP and content of fumarate were significantly increased, and MMP, RCR and succinic acid content were decreased in group DM+ I/R ( P<0.05). Compared with group DM+ I/R, no significant change was found in the parameters mentioned above in group DM+ IPO ( P>0.05). Compared with group DM+ IPO, the activities of SDH and ROS, opening of mPTP and content of fumarate were significantly decreased, and MMP, RCR and succinic acid content were increased in group DM+ IPO+ Dme ( P<0.05). Compared with group DM+ I/R+ Dme, the activities of SDH and ROS, opening of mPTP and content of fumarate were significantly decreased, and MMP, RCR and succinic acid content were increased in group DM+ IPO+ Dme ( P<0.05). Conclusion:The mitochondrial mechanism of diabetic mellitus-caused abolition of cardioprotection induced by IPO may be related to the enhancement of SDH activity in rats.
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Objective To investigate the effects of lobaplatin on proliferation and invasion of cervical cancer CaSki cells.Methods Human cervical cancer CaSki cells were randomly divided into blank control group,2,6 and 12 μg/ml lobaplatin groups by random number table method.The proliferations of the cells were detected by methyl thiazolyl tetrazolium (MTT).The morphological changes of the cells were observed by inverted microscope.The invasive abilities of the cells were detected by Transwell invasion test.The protein expressions of extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) and phospho-extracellular signal-regulated kinase (p-ERK) were detected by Western blotting.Results The absorbance (A) values of blank group,2,6,12 μg/ml lobaplatin groups cultured for 24 h were 0.513 ± 0.023,0.428 ± 0.014,0.380 ± 0.012 and 0.300 ± 0.013 respectively,those of the cells cultured for 48 h were 0.831 ± 0.024,0.558 ± 0.019,0.415 ± 0.015 and 0.088 ±0.009 respectively,and those of the cells cultured for 72 h were 1.153 ±0.022,0.572 ± 0.023,0.201 ± 0.017 and 0.052 ± 0.014 respectively.The differences were statistically significant (F =12.922,P ＜ 0.001;F =10.192,P ＜ 0.001;F =11.192,P ＜ 0.001),and the differences between each two groups were statistically significant (all P ＜ 0.05).Under inverted microscope,the cells of the platinum groups were shrunken and round,the volume and quantity were reduced,the morphology was irregular,the gap was increased,and the changes were more obvious with the increase of the concentration and the culture time.The numbers of penetrating cells of the blank group,2,6,12 μg/ml lobaplatin groups were 87.27 ±9.38,71.02 ± 8.92,53.20 ± 10.02 and 21.02 ± 7.37 respectively.The difference was statistically significant (F =87.291,P ＜ 0.001),and the differences between each two groups were statistically significant (all P ＜ 0.05).The A values of ERK protein in the blank group,2,6,12 μ~ml lobaplatin groups (0.955 ± 0.021、0.953 ± 0.023、0.950 ± 0.020、0.951 ±0.022)showed no significant difference (F =2.033,P =0.783),but the A values of p-ERK protein in the four groups were 0.941 ±0.015,0.831 ±0.020,0.620 ±0.019 and 0.493 ±0.017 respectively,which showed significant difference (F =11.921,P ＜0.001),and the differences between each two groups were statistically significant (all P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion Lobaplatin can inhibit the proliferation and invasion of cervical cancer CaSki cells,which may be related to the inhibition of the expression of p-ERK protein.
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The CD19-targeted chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell treatment has achieved clinical success in treating B-cell lineage hematopoietic malignancies. This accomplishment involved the precise and efficient elimination of tumor cells by tumor-associated an-tigen-redirected immune cells. As a result, the reinitiation of several CAR T-cell (CART) based clinical trials in solid tumors was promot-ed. However, developing a feasible and efficient CAR T based therapeutic modality for solid tumors is urgently needed given the differ-ential properties between liquid and solid tumors. In this review, we discuss the advances in the management of cytotherapeutic mo-dality for solid tumors. The aspects considered include toxicity management, target selection, and primer or conditioning treatment.
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of amifostine(Amf)on the differentiation of human megakaryocyte cell line-Dami. METHODS Dami cells were treated with Amf 0.01-5.0 mmol · L-1 for 12 d. Dami cells were counted every day for the growth curve:only cells with a diameter>20μm. The platelet demarcation membrane system was observed by transmission electron microscopy. The expression of CD33,CD34,CD41a and DNA ploidy was detected by flow cytometry. RESULTS Amf 0.1-1.0 mmol · L-1 promoted the differentiation of Dami cells ,but inhibited their proliferation at a concentration>1.0 mmol · L-1. When these cells were treated with Amf 1.0 mmol · L-1 for 12 d,the platelet demarcation membrane system was observed,the percentage of cells with a diameter >20 μm was increased by 24.6%(P1.0 mmol·L-1).
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Objective To reduce the incidence of the hypocapnia,the cutoff value of the end-tidal carbon dioxide partial pressure[Pet(CO2)] for predicting the hypocapnia so as to understand the suitable adjustment target and target range of the Pet(CO2) in preterm infants under mechanical ventilation.Methods From Jan.2012 to Oct.2013,96 cases of the preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome(RDS) who needed mechanical support were selected from the Huaian Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital.Pet(CO2) value of each time point(1 h,24 h,48 h and 72 h after mechanical ventilation) were recorded,while radial artery blood was collected for blood gas analysis.The level of pa (CO2) ＜ 35 mmHg(1 mmHg =0.133 kPa) diagnosed hypocapnia;while the level of Pa (CO2) ＞ 60 mmHg was for diagnosing hypercapnia.The diagnostic cutoff and the suitable adjustment target and adjustment target range of the Pet(CO2) were confirmed by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve.Results The data from 381 arterial blood gas analysis results were gained,of which 151 times belonged to hypocapnia,and the rate was 39.6％,the other 230 cases were normal,and no case was of hypercapnia.The area under the ROC curve was 0.895,and the area of the standard error was 0.016.There was a statistical significance in Pet(CO2) value for the diagnosis of hypocapnia(P =0.000).The lower the value of Pet (CO2),the greater the likelihood of hypocapnia,and 95 ％ confidence interval area was 0.864-0.926.The Pet (CO2) optimal diagnostic cutoff value determined in accordance with Youden index was 30.5 mmHg.When Pet (CO2) among 41.5 mmHg,sensitivity was 100％.Conclusions Diagnostic cutoff value for forecasting hypocapnia is 30.5 mmHg.The suitable adjustment target of mechanical ventilation parameter adjustment is 41.5 mmHg for the Pet(CO2).The target range of mechanical ventilation parameter adjustment is 30.6-41.5 mmHg for the Pet(CO2).
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Objective To assess the clinical value of serum soluble triggering receptor expressed on myeloid cell-1 (sTREM-1) for diagnosis of early-onset neonatal sepsis (EONS).Methods A total of 90 neonatal cases with risk factors or symptoms of bacterial infections were enrolled in the study.All infants were admitted to Huai' an Maternity and Child Healthcare Hospital within 24 h after birth during January and June 2014.The enrolled neonates were divided into sepsis group (n =33),general infection group (n =23) and non-infected group (n =34);and the sepsis group was further divided into culture-confirmed group (n =6) and clinical-diagnosed group (n =27).Twenty healthy neonates were also enrolled as the healthy control group.Blood samples were obtained from neonatal patients on d1,d3 and d7 after birth,and for healthy controls,the blood samples were only obtained at the first day.Serum levels of sTREM-1 and interleukin (IL)-6 were measured by double-antibody sandwich enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was applied to evaluate the values of sTREM-1 and IL-6 in diagnosis of EONS.Results Compared with that in general infection group,non-infected group and healthy control group,the serum level of sTREM-1 was significantly higher in sepsis group (all P ＜ 0.05);serum levels of sTREM-1 in general infection group and non-infected group were also higher than that in healthy control group (all P ＜ 0.05);but no difference was observed between general infection group and non-infected group,between culture-confirmed group and clinical-diagnosed group (P ＞ 0.05).Serum level of sTREM-1 showed upward trend during d1-3 after the birth,and downward trend during d3-7.The areas under the ROC curve (AUC) were 0.810 and 0.811 (all P ＜ 0.05) for sTREM-1 levels on d1 and d3 in diagnosis of EONS,and the optimal cut-off values were 234.44 ng/L and 269.79 ng/L,respectively.If sTREM-1 and IL-6 on d1 were combined for diagnosis of EONS,the AUC,sensitivity and specificity were 0.858,92.00％ and 93.10％,respectively.Conclusion Serum level of sTREM-1 in early stage is valuable for diagnosis of EONS,and the combined use of serum sTREM-1 and IL-6 may improve the diagnostic value.
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<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To understand the effect of lung recruitment maneuver (LRM) with positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) on oxygenation and outcomes in preterm infants with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) ventilated by proportional assist ventilation (PAV).</p><p><b>METHOD</b>From January 2012 to June 2013, thirty neonates with a diagnosis of RDS who required mechanical ventilation were divided randomly into LRM group (n=15, received an LRM and surport by PAV) and control group (n=15, only surport by PAV). There were no statistically significant differences in female (7 vs. 6); gestational age [(29.3±1.2) vs. (29.5±1.1) weeks]; body weight[(1,319±97) vs. (1,295±85) g]; Silverman Anderson(SA) score for babies at start of ventilation (7.3±1.2 vs. 6.9±1.4); initial FiO2 (0.54±0.12 vs. 0.50±0.10) between the two groups (all P>0.05). LRM entailed increments of 0.2 cmH2O (1 cmH2O=0.098 kPa) PEEP every 5 minutes, until fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2)=0.25. Then PEEP was reduced and the lung volume was set on the deflation limb of the pressure/volume curve.When saturation of peripheral oxygen fell and FiO2 rose, we reincremented PEEP until SpO2 became stable. The related clinical indicators of the two group were observed.</p><p><b>RESULT</b>The doses of surfactant administered (1.1±0.3 vs. 1.5±0.5, P=0.027), Lowest FiO2 (0.29±0.05 vs. 0.39±0.06, P=0.000), time to lowest FiO2[ (103±18) vs. (368±138) min, P=0.000] and O2 dependency [(7.6±1.0) vs.( 8.8±1.3) days, P=0.021] in LRM group were lower than that in control group (all P<0.05). The maximum PEEP during the first 12 hours of life [(8.4±0.8) vs. (6.8±0.8) cmH2O, P=0.000] in LRM group were higher than that in control group (P<0.05). FiO2 levels progressively decreased (F=35.681, P=0.000) and a/AO2 Gradually increased (F=37.654, P=0.000). No adverse events and no significant differences in the outcomes were observed.</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>LRM can reduce the doses of pulmonary surfactant administered, time of the respiratory support and the oxygen therapy in preterm children with RDS.</p>
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Female , Humans , Infant, Newborn , Male , Infant, Premature , Interactive Ventilatory Support , Methods , Lung , Oxygen , Oxygen Inhalation Therapy , Positive-Pressure Respiration , Methods , Pulmonary Surfactants , Respiration , Respiration, Artificial , Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn , Therapeutics , Tidal Volume , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
This study aimed to explore clinical features of multiple myeloma in patients over 80 years old. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 11 cases of multiple myeloma over 80 years old, which were diagnosed from 2000 to 2013 in our hospital. Results:The mean age was 83.5 years. All patients had more than two complicated diseases, and the performance status was poor in the majority of the patients. Ten cases received individualized treatments. The results showed that three patients had progressed, one patient achieved complete remission, three patients achieved partial remission, and four patients achieved minor remission. Median survival time was 28 months. The causes of death included six progressed myelomas, three pneumonias, and two acute myocardial infarctions. Conclusion: Patients aged 80 years old with myeloma are often at a late stage. Treatment should be individualized based on patient status. Survival time was evidently prolonged in very elderly patients with MM after individualized treatments, particularly in patients in stagesⅠandⅡ.
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Objective: The present study investigates the effects of Tanreqing injection, a compound Chinese herbal medicine, on the proliferation of leukemia cells in vitro and discusses the potential mechanisms. Methods: Tanreqing injection was diluted to a series of concentrations (1:2, 1:4, 1:8, 1:16, 1:32, 1:64, 1:128, 1:256 and 1:512) by volume and then independently applied to treat chronic myeloid leukemia K562 cells and T cell acute lymphocytic leukemia Molt4 cells at the proliferative stage. Cell growth was observed at different time intervals under a microscope. Cell proliferation was determined by cell counting kit-8 assay and the survival curve was delineated. The inhibitory rate and the half inhibitory concentration (IC50) were calculated. Molt4 cells were stained with propidium iodide (PI) and PI/Annexin V and then the cell cycle and apoptosis were analyzed by using flow cytometry. In addition, a real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction was subjected to detect the expressions of apoptosis-related genes (bcl-2 and caspase-3) after Tanreqing treatment. Results: Tanreqing injection had inhibitory effects on the proliferation of K562 cells and Molt4 cells. The most toxic concentrations were observed between 1:2 and 1:16 where cells were almost necrotic. The inhibitory effect manifested in a concentration- and time-dependent manner. The IC50 of K562 and Molt4 was 1:333 and 1:142, respectively. After 1:32 Tanreqing injection treatment for 72 h, the number of Molt4 cells in the S phase significantly decreased (P<0.05), and the apoptosis rate markedly increased (P<0.05). In addition, increased caspase-3 expression and decreased bcl-2 expression were also observed (P<0.05). Conclusion: Tanreqing injection can both inhibit the proliferation and promote the apoptosis of leukemia cells in vitro, whereby the potential mechanism seems to be mediated in part by decreasing S phase ratio, down-regulating bcl-2 expression and up-regulating caspase-3 expression.
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0.05).CONCLUSION:Pure red cell aplastic anemia appears after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in major ABO incompatibility between donor and recipient,which may lead to prolonged destruction of donor-derived erythrocytes and prolonged transfusion requirements.However,myeloid and megakaryocyte hematopoietic recovery,incidence of complications and survival rate are not influenced by ABO incompatibility.
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The objective of the study is to find out the synergistic effect on apoptosis resulting from the combination of chemotherapeutic drugs and some cytokines. Dexamethasone (DEX), etoposide (VP16), arsenic trioxide (As(2)O(3)) and alltrans-retinoic acid (ATRA) were added to the murine T lymphoma cell line RMA as well as to the cells preincubated with IL-2, IL-6 or GM-CSF, respectively. The effect on apoptosis was observed. All four chemotherapeutic drugs inhibited the cell proliferation. DEX, VP16 or As(2)O(3), except ATRA, singly induced apoptosis of RMA cells. The DEX concentration of inducing apoptosis was reduced when it was added together with ATRA. IL-2, IL-6 and GM-CSF did not induce apoptosis when the cytokines were added to RMA separately, however, apoptosis could be induced by combination of IL-2 and IL-6. The cytokines facilitated the apoptotic action of chemotherapeutic drugs, the drug concentration for inducing apoptosis decreased and the time period of starting apoptosis shortened. The results demonstrated that there was synergistic effect of chemotherapeutic drugs and some cytokines for induction of apoptosis. It raised an experimental basis for combination of chemotherapeutic drugs and some cytokines, especially IL-2, in the treatment of malignant lymphoma.