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Objective:To identify the proteins differentially expressed in extraocular muscles between restrictive strabismus patients with thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy (TAO) and concomitant esotropia patients by proteomic analysis using tandem mass tag (TMT).Methods:Extraocular muscles samples from 5 restrictive strabismus patients with TAO and 5 concomitant esotropia patients were collected at Peking University People's Hospital from August 2019 to December 2020.All the patients received strabismus surgery.Differentially expressed proteins (DEPs) in extraocular muscles samples were identified by quantitative proteomic analysis and bioinformatic analysis based on TMT.Fold change≥1.2 or≤0.83 and P value<0.05 was regarded as the threshold to screen DEPs.GO annotation, KEGG pathways enrichment analysis and protein-protein interaction (PPI) network of DEPs were conducted through UniProtGOA and STRING.This study protocol was approved by the Ethics Committee of Peking University People's Hospital (No.2021PHB058-001). Results:A total of 53 DEPs were identified, 34 of which were up-regulated and 19 were down-regulated.The biological processes DEPs mainly participated included response to stimulation, multicellular organismal process, metabolism, developmental process, intracellular signal transduction, and positive regulation of biological process.DEPs were involved in pathways including focal adhesion, tight junction, regulation of action cytoskeleton, and apoptosis.Six key proteins identified using PPI network were myosin heavy chain 2, myosin heavy chain 7, myosin regulatory light chain, α-actinin-2, fibrinogen alpha chain and fibrinogen beta chain.Conclusions:There are DEPs in extraocular muscles between restrictive strabismus patients with TAO and concomitant esotropia patients.Myosin, actinin and filamin may be involved in the pathogenesis of TAO through regulation of actin cytoskeleton and focal adhesion.
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Objective:To investigate the anxiety and depression of cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy during the epidemic of COVID-19.Methods:By using self-rating anxiety scale and self-rating depression scale, a cross-sectional survey was conducted during the COVID-19 epidemic period.Results:During the COVID-19 epidemic period, the incidence of anxiety and depression in cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy was 15.8% and 27.7% respectively, of which 12.9% suffered from both anxiety and depression. The average scores of anxiety and depression were 49.4(25/76) and 46.4(25/83), respectively, which were higher than those of the domestic norm. Age is a contributing factor for anxiety, and patients living in urban are more likely to experience depression.Conclusions:The prevalence of anxiety and depression of cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy are higher than healthy people during the COVID-19 outbreak. We should pay more attention to the psychological states of the cancer patients.
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In order to make the national standard method of "General Test Method in Salt Industry-Determination of Iodine" (GB/T 13025.7-2012) more standardized and strict,basing on work experience,literatures and books,the authors listed the details needed to be amended and completed,including method principle,writingof chemical equations,preparation and calibration of standard titration solution,blank tests,sample weighing and result calculation,starch indicator,etc.At the same time,we gave out our opinions and suggestions aiming to provide reference for standard methodologist in revising and updating the standard method.
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Objective To analysis the on-site quality control assessment results of salt iodine content in Zhengzhou City,and to understand and master the actual professional abilities and level of grass-roots laboratory analyzers,and to search the problems and make improvement measures.Methods The total of 22 analyzers from 11 affiliated grass-roots laboratories of Zhengzhou City were gathered to take part in the on-site theoretical examination.The theoretical assessment was divided into five parts:measurement principle,application range,reagent preparation,key steps,and calculation formula of results.Parallel samples of standard materials were determinated in laboratory units,to evaluated operational skills,the problems during the process were recorded simultaneously.The content of the theoretical assessment and the rules for the assessment of on-site skills were based on the "Measurement of Iodine for the General Test Method of the Salt Industry" (GB/T 13025.7-2012).Results In the theoretical assessment,the correct rates of reagent preparation and key steps were 100％,and that of measurement principle,application range,and calculation formula of results were more than 80％.The main problems of operation skills were from liquid loading,sample weighing and titration operation,etc.One laboratory result of quality control sample exceeded the reference range and was judged to be unqualified.Conclusions The theoretical basis of some laboratory analyzers are not solid,the operational skills are lack of standardization.In view of the current situation,as the higher level technical guidance unit,it is necessary and responsible for us to formulate practical measures in training,guidance and assessment to help them improve business level and abilities.
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Purpose To construct expression vector of Fas extracellular region gene(eFas) ,to express and purify recombination protein and to prepare polyclonal antibody, which have laid a foundation of studying its function. Methods The eFas gene encoding sequence was acquired through overlapping PCR, and pET-22b ( + )/eFas expression vector was constructed. Then this vector was transformed into E. coli Rosetta-gami. Re-combinant protein was expression being induced by IPTG,and was purified using Ni-NTA matrix of affinity chromatograph. The purity of recombination protein was identified by SDS-PAGE. Hereafter, the purified eFas recombinant protein was immunized to New Zealand white rabbit in order to prepare polyclonal antibody. The titer of polyclonal antibody was determined by ELISA. Results The encoding sequence and expression vector of eFas was obtained while the interest protein was mainly expressed in the inclusion body. The eFas fusion protein's expression quantity accounts for more than 30% proportion of total E. coli protein. The eFas protein we obtained was provided with the purity of at least 95 % . Conclusion The successful constrution, expression and purification of FasL fusion protein and preparation of polyclonal antibody will provide some material for further studies of Fas.
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Objective To investigate the possibility of plastic and cosmetic operation incorporating epicanthoplasty with the double-eyelid procedure in one stage to achieve a more subtle scar in epicanthus patients with single eyelid. Methods After designing incision line of the epicanthic flap, double-eyelid line and the lower eyelid incision curved line, we cut the medial canthus skin transversely to reach a new medial canthus point, incised the part of front angle of medial palpebral ligamentum longitudinally and fixed the end point of front angle of medial palpebral ligamentum to nasal dorsum fascia firmly. Double eyelid operation was routinely performed to remove redundant small triangle skin as well as some patchy of orbicularis on the new medial canthus point. Along with eyelid edge about 1 to 2 mm to eyelash, the temporal side was cut with curved line till its disappearance by eyelid's "cat ear". The lower eyelid flap was separated downward and the superfluous flap and some patchy of orbicularis cut. The skin was su-tured to make postoperative scar hidden, blepharophimosis increased and the fold disappeared. Results 46 eyes (23 cases) were operated and satisfactory aesthetic results were obtained. Palpebral fissure was enlarged to 2 to 4 mm with epicanthic scar disappearance and formation of double-eyelid. Conclusions This is a simple and effective procedure with hidden epicanthic scar and the double-eyelid blepharoplasty could be performed simultaneously. Most patients receive satisfactory results during the 0.5 to 2 years' follow-up period except 2 cases with mild proliferation of epicanthus in half a year. It is especially suitable to correct the severe epicanthus palpebralis or epieanthus tarsalis.
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Objective To study the inducing apoptosis of Hedyotis diffusa extract (HDE) on human hepatocarcinoma cell line Bel7402 and its molecular mechanism. Methods Human hepatocarcinoma cell line Bel7402 was used in vitro cell culture, there were 3 groups:control group, HDE group and 5-Fu group, the Bel7402 cells were dealed with them respectively. The apoptosis morphologic changes of human hepatocarcinoma cells were observed by invert microscope. The apoptosis rate was detected with hematoxylin stain by light microscope. Inhibition of Bel7402 cell proliferation was measured by MTT assay. The expression of oncogene Bcl-xl and anti-oncogene p53 of Bel7402 ceils were observed with RT-PCR assay. Results Compared with the control group, the condensation of nuclear, vacuolar degeneration of mitochondria could be found through light microscope. The apoptosis rate of HDE group was remarkably increased compared with that in control group (P
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Objective:The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of a single-chain antibody against death receptor 5 (ZF1) on tumor growth and survival in murine H22 hepatocellular carcinoma tumor model.Methods:Killing effect of ZF1 on H22 cells was analyzed by MTT assay in vitro. The apoptosis rate of H22 cells induced by ZF1 was detected using Flow Cytometry assay. The transplanted model of H22 tumor was developed in mice. The mice were randomly divided into four groups, PBS group, ZF1 group, EPI group and combined treatment group of ZF1/EPI. Tumor growth and body weight changes were observed. After treatment over 13 days, the tumor tissue for HE staining and TUNNEL assay was performed to detect apoptosis.Results:The results showed that ZF1 could inhibit growth of H22 cells in a dose dependent manner. The growth inhibition rate was up to 84.5%. The results showed that ZF1 alone or in combination with ZF1/EPI, the tumor growth was significantly inhibited. HE staining and TUNNEL analysis showed that ZF1 could effectively induce apoptosis of tumor cells without toxic effects, especially in ZF1/EPI combined treatment group.Conclusion:It is showed that ZF1 induces a good inhibition on the proliferation of H22 cell, especially in combined treatment group of ZF1/EPI.