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Objective:To observe the mechanism of Buyang-Huanwu Decoction on inflammation mediated by NOD-like receptors (NLRP3) inflammasome. Methods:A total of 48 rats were divided into sham operation group, model group and Buyang-Huanwu Decoction group, 16 in each group according to the random number table method. The model group and the Buyang-Huanwu Decoction group used spinal cord blowers to hit the spinal cord to establish a spinal cord injury model. The Buyang-Huanwu Decoction group was gavaged with Buyang-Huanwu Decoction 12.6 g/(kg?d), and the sham operation group and the model group were gavaged with equal volume of sterile saline once a day for 3 days. Nissl staining was used to observe the neuronal morphology of spinal cord tissues in each group. Immunohistochemical staining was used to detect the expression of NLRP3 in spinal cord tissues. ELISA was used to detect the levels of serum IL-1β and IL-18. Western blot was used to detect the expression of cleaved systeinyl aspartate-specific protease (cleaved-Caspase1). Results:Compared to the model group, the average optical density of NLRP3 positive expression (0.54 ± 0.04 vs. 0.78 ± 0.06) in Buyang-Huanwu decoction group significantly decreased ( P<0.05); the content of IL-1β (43.66 ± 1.21 pg/ml vs. 67.64 ± 2.43 pg/ml) and IL-18 (49.43 ± 3.88 pg/ml vs. 65.87 ± 2.53 pg/ml) in serum of the Buyang-Huanwu decoction group significantly decreased ( P<0.05); the expression of cleaved caspase 1 protein (0.63 ± 0.02 vs. 0.79 ± 0.07) in Buyang-Huanwu decoction group significantly decreased ( P<0.05). Conclusions:The Buyang-Huanwu Decoction can reduce the inflammatory response by inhibiting the expression of NLRP3 inflammasome after spinal cord injury, by reducing the activation of Caspase1.
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G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are the largest cell surface receptor family, which mediates activities of almost all known cellular response to ligands, including hormones release, neurotransmitters and sensory input.GPCRs can promote development and progression of gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer and breast cancer and other tumors.Tyrosine kinase receptors (RTKs) are another important family of membrane receptors, which can regulate cell proliferation, differentiation, migration and survival.Overexpression of RTKs has been found in many cancer cells.Therefore, GPCRs and RTKs are equally important in the clinical treatment of cancer therapeutic.However, GPCRs and RTKs are not independent, and they can use common signal transduction.The present study show that crosstalk between GPCRs and RTKs can facilitate migration of lung epithelial cells, increasing survival of nerve cells and promoting tumor occurrence and development.This article mainly focuses on crosstalk between GPCRs and RTKs and their roles in tumorigenesis and oncotherapy.
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JNK is a key protein in the third stages of MAPK pro-tein kinase activation cascade,and is located in the key node of multiple signal transduction network.It plays a pivotal role in the cell proliferation,differentiation,apoptosis and some other important cell biological processes.Therefore it acts as an im-portant factor in regulating the development of some major human diseases,such as cancer.But the functional diversity and com-plexity of three JNK isoforms in different cell types make it diffi- cult to develop anticancer drugs with JNK as a treatment target. In this review,we summarized the apoptotic signaling network of JNK and the regulation functions of JNK in cell apoptosis and proliferation.We also discuss the different functions of 3 JNK isoforms in human cancer.
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Oxytocin ( OT ) is a cyclic neuropeptide containing nine amino acids residues, in addition to the traditional roles of uterine contraction and lactation, it also plays important roles in the central nervous system and other peripheral organs, such as improving schizophrenia, autism - related psychiatric and psy-chological symptoms. Oxytocin exhibits its physiological func-tions by binding to its receptor (oxytocin receptor,OTR). Cur- rently researchers are manipulating OT system by developing new OTR ligand ( agonists and antagonists ) , hoping to prevent and treat OTR related diseases. This paper reviews the latest devel-opment of OTR agonists, antagonists and its physiological roles in central nerve system and peripheral organs.
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Objective To evaluate effect of combined corpeetomy for multilevel cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) and ossified posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL).Methods Fifteen patients with CSM or OPLL,including 9 males and 6 females,were treated with combined corpectomy which is characterized by C4 and C6 corpectomy,excision of osteophyma,protruded disc and/or ossified posterior longitudinal ligament on basis of preservation of C5 vertebral body,structural bone grafting in C3-5 and C5-7,and anterior cervical plate fixation at C3,C5,and C7.The clinical results were evaluated with Japanese Orthopaedic Association (JOA) score.X-rays and CT scans were taken to evaluate vertebral fusion,and MRI was used to access spinal canal decompression and condition of spinal cord.Results All patients were followed up for 9 to 42 months (average,26.7 months).Bony fusion was achieved in all 15 patients.The JOA score improved from preoperative 13.44±2.81 to postoperative 16.16±2.19 (P=0.0354).The cervical lordosis improved from preoperative 1.16°±11.74° to immediately postoperative 14.36°±7.85° (P=0.00217),and 12.92°+6.17° at the final follow-up (P=0.00292).The complications included temporary hoarseness in 2 cases,dysphagia in 1 case.Conclusion The combined corpectomy for treating CSM and OPLL can obtain reliable and satisfactory results.In operation,the preservation of C5 vertebral body can provide an additional screw anchoring force and strengthen stahility.
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OBJECTIVE@#To determine the characteristics, classification, and treatment of thoracic fracture accompanied with sternum fracture.@*METHODS@#Data of 32 patients with thoracic fractures accompanied with sternum fracture were reviewed. Patients information such as age, gender, cause of injury, site of sternum fracture, level and type of thoracic vertebral fracture, spinal cord injury and associated injuries was included in the analysis. Of the 32 patients, 13 had compressed fractures, 13 had fracture-dislocations, 5 had burst fracture and 1 had burst-dislocation. Six patients had a complete lesion of the spinal cord, 13 sustained a neurologically incomplete injury, and the other 13 were neurologically intact. Ten patients were treated nonoperatively and the other 22 surgically.@*RESULTS@#All patients were followed up for 10-103 months. Road traffic accidents and falling dominated among the causes. All patients were accompanied with other injuries. None of the 6 patients with a complete paralitic lesion regained any significant function. Of the 13 neurologically intact patients, 5 had local pain although 12 of them remained normal function. One patient showed tardive paralysis. Three of the 13 patients with incomplete paraplegia returned to normal, 5 regained some function and 5 did not recover.@*CONCLUSION@#Thoracic fractures accompanied with sternum fracture are marked by violent force, severe fracture of the spine, severe injuries of the spinal cord, and high incidence of other injuries. The new classification method is more suitable to thoracic fractures accompanied with sternum fracture,and confirms the existence and clinical relevance of the 4th column of the thoracic spine and its role in providing spinal stability in patients with thoracic fracture.
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Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Follow-Up Studies , Fracture Fixation, Internal , Methods , Fractures, Bone , Classification , General Surgery , Fractures, Compression , General Surgery , Joint Dislocations , General Surgery , Multiple Trauma , Classification , Spinal Fractures , Classification , General Surgery , Sternum , Wounds and Injuries , General Surgery , Thoracic Vertebrae , Wounds and Injuries , General SurgeryABSTRACT
The research of bone tissue engineering provides new thought and method to repair mass bone defect. Neovascularization plays a significant role in bone repair. This article reviews the advancements of the growth factors, seed cells and scaffolds in vascularization of tissue engineering bone, then raise the problems to solve and the prospect of future research.
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Objective: To verify the hypothesis that cells with characteristics similar to bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells(MSCs) can be isolated and cultured from human fetal articular cartilage. Methods: Human fetal articular cartilages were harvested from fetuses aborted between 12 and 20 weeks. Cells were grown in monolayer cultures in IMDM medium containing antibiotics, L-glutamine and fetal calf serum. Cells were induced to differentiate into adipocytes, osteoblasts, chondrocytes, and neurons. At various time points, parental and passaged cells were subjected to FACS analysis to determine cell phenotype. Results: We successfully isolated and cultured MSCs from human fetal articular cartilage. These cells had the same morphology, phenotype, and ability to differentiate in vitro as MSCs of bone marrow origin. Conclusion: This study shows that cells with characteristics of MSCs can be isolated and cultured from human fetal articular cartilage.