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China has a heavy burden of hepatocellular carcinoma, which is a serious threat to people′s life and health. However, the available drugs for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma in the past are limited and the efficacy is not satisfactory. In recent years, immunotherapy has a significant effects in some tumors. The authors introduce the efficacy of restart immunotherapy on an advanced hepatocellular carcinoma patient undergoing interruption of treatment due to corona virus disease 2019, in order to provide references for the diagnosis and treatment of this kind of patients.
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Objective:To investigate the impact of connexin 43(CX43) on the connection of S24 glioblastoma multiforme (S24-GBM) cellular network and to explore its role on radio-resistance.Methods:Specific lentiviral vectors were used to knockout CX43 in S24-GBM stem cells (S24-GBMSCs). Alternatively, carbenoxolone (CBX) was used to block transmission of CX43. Subsequently, the animal subjects grafted with S24-GBMSCs were monitored under a multiphoton laser scanning microscope (MPLSM). Dynamic changes of tumor microtubes (TMs) and transmission of Ca 2+ and SR101 in the cellular network were recorded. To study the radiosenstivity of S24-GBM before and after CX43 inhibition, MRI scanning of the brains was taken before and after radiation to assess the tumor sizes. Survival time of each subject was also recorded. Results:In comparison with control group, knockout of CX43 in S24-GBMSCs led to shorter TMs, less TM connected cells, lower Ca 2+ synchronicity and SR101 fluorescence, as well as decreased tumor sizes and prolonged survival time (all P<0.01), which were independent from radiation. However, CBX only demonstrated inhibition on the growth of tumors and the diffussion of Ca 2+ and SR101, without affecting TMs formation. These above-mentioned alterations could be enhanced by the combination of gap43 knockout in S24-GBMSCs with blockage of CX43 by CBX (all P<0.05). Conclusion:CX43 plays a critical role in the radioresistance of S24-GBM by influencing the formation of S24-GBM cellular network and the transmission of important signaling molecules including Ca 2+ and SR101.
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Objective To analyze the treatment outcomes of multidrug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis (MDR-TB) cases in Hubei Province. Methods From October 2006 to June 2017, a retrospective cohort analysis of treatment outcomes for 1 447 patients with MDR-TB who were included in treatment was performed. Excel worksheet was created to establish database by monthly and quarterly reports. The statistical analysis of data was conducted using SPSS 21.0 software. Results Among 1 447 MDR-TB patients, 1 076 were males and 371 were females, with an average age of 44.44±14.28 years. 798 patients were cured, 63 patients completed the course of treatment, and the overall treatment success rate was 59.50% (861/1 447). The treatment success rate was68.02% (268/394) in newly diagnosed cases, and 56.32% (593/1 053) in relapse cases. There was a significance difference between the two groups (χ2=16.30，P2=26.65，P2=1.34，P=0.25). Conclusion It is extremely important to screen drug-resistant individuals for smear-positive patients, and to detect and treat drug-resistant patients timely. The negative conversion of sputum bacteria at the end of 6th month had important predictive significance for the treatment outcomes of MDR-TB patients. The patients with continued positive sputum at the end of 6th month should be closely monitored to adjust treatment according to the progress of the patient's condition and to explore a way to shorten the treatment course.
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Objective To study the pro-invasive effect of irradiation on human glioblastoma cell line U87 and its possible mechanism.Methods Cultured U87 cells received different doses of irradiation (0,2,and 4 Gy).The change in cellular invasiveness was measured using the real-time cell analyzer system.The activities of matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP2) and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP9) in U87 ceils were measured by gelatin zymography before and after irradiation.The content and distribution of intracellular β-catenin after irradiation were determined by immunohistochemistry.The mRNA levels of Wnt/β-catenin target genes were measured by real-time quantitative PCR.Results After irradiation,the invasiveness of U87 cells increased significantly (P ＜ 0.01),which was dose-dependent within a certain dose range; the activities of MMP2 and MMP9 in U87 cells increased significantly (P =0.031 for MMP2 ; P =0.004 for MMP9) ;the content of β-catenin in U87 cells increased significantly (P ＜ 0.01),with translocation from the cell membrane and adherens junctions to the nucleus; the mRNA levels of Wnt/β-catenin-related genes (FZD7 and TCF1) increased significantly (P ＜ 0.01),and the transcription of Wnt/β-catenin target genes,especially those related to migration and invasion such as MMP2,MMP7,MMP9,and CD44,was significantly enhanced (P ＜ 0.05).Conclusions Irradiation can promote the invasion of glioblastoma U87 cells,possibly by activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and enhancing the transcription of migration-and invasion-related genes.
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Objective To evaluate the role of postoperative electron beam radiotherapy in the management of ke-loids. Methods Between January 2004 and December 2006,116 cases of keloids were treated with 6 MeV electron beam radiotherapy within 24 h after surgical resection of the keloids. All patients had received a total of 21 Gy in seven daily 3-Gy fractions. Treatment was started at the 24th h after surgery. Patients were followed up and the information regarding treatment results, early and late radiation toxicity,and the satisfaction level by self-assessments was recorded. Results Recurrence occurred in 17 cases of keloids(14. 7%),and was correlated with site of the lesions(χ~2 =29. 91,P<0. 01). Most recurrences were observed at site of sternum (10/43) and shoulder (5/13 ). Keloid associated symptoms, e. g. itching and pain, were improved in 88. %%. For early toxicity outcomes, 100% had grade 1～2 skin erythema,7. 8% had wound delayed union,and 4. 3% had infection. For late toxicity outcomes, 30. 2% reported grade 1～2 hyperpigmentation, 11. 2% grade 1～2 hypopigmentation, and 5. 2% grade 1 telangiectasia. No severe complications or secondary malignancies were observed. 72. 4% patients described the results of treatment as excellent or good,and 15. 5% patients were not satisfied with the treatment results. Conclusion Postoperative electron radiotherapy is well tolerated and effective in preventing keloid recurrence.
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AIMTo investigate whether DADS induce MGC803 cell apop tosis and cell cycle arrest. METHODSMGC803 cell growth inhibitio n was measured by MTT assay. Flow cytometry and acridine orange fluorescent stai ning method were used to determine the induction of apoptosis and the change of cell cycle. RESULTSMTT assay showed that adding 20,30,40 mg?L -1 DADS for 72 h suppressed MGC803 growth by 25 7%,58 6%,69 0% respective ly. Partial cells presented the characteristic morphological changes of apoptosi s under the fluorescent microscope. The apoptosis rate ncreased in time-depende nt manner. Flow cytometry analysis revealed that treating MGC803 cell with DADS significantly increased in the percentage of cells in the G 2/M phase. The proportion of cells in the G 2/M phase after treatment with 30 mg?L -1 DADS for 24 hours was comparable (46 0%), and more than four times that occu rring in untreated cells (9 9%). Furthermore, flow cytometry analysis also demonstrated that DADS induced apoptosis of MGC803 cell in time-dependent manner. T he pencentage of apoptotic cell was 3 53% after 0 h of 30 mg?L -1 DADS tr eatment. This pencentage of apoptotic cell rose steadily over time reaching 9 8 % after 24 h and 39 5% after 48 h. CONCLUSIONDADS could induce apoptosis of MGC803 cells and block the cell cycle at G 2/M phase.