Study of the Antischemin’s effect on immune response intensity / Монголын Анагаах Ухаан

Background@#The immune response has become the basic use of today’s medical and biological sciences understanding, definition and realization when first introduced into the cognitive level with new theory of nine step closed cycle of protons related to membrane potentials three linear and s-NCM. Medicinal preparations for the immune system derived from traditional herbs have rarely been used therefore, we aim to determine the boost-reduction of immune response with preparation Antischemin with ingredients of Gingko biloba, Astragalus membranaceus and Scutellaria baicalensis.@*Materials and Methods@#This study was carried out on the innovation-research bio-modeling laboratory of the “New Medicine Medical University”. Sheep blood was taken in heparin tube and centrifuged for 10min with speed of 2000rpm and plasma was isolated. Blood components were washed with physiological solution 3-4 times and 10% blood red cell suspension was prepared. Prepared 0.2ml of 10% sheep red cell suspension was injected to mice tail vein to create immune response model (N.K. Jerne and Nordin (1963)). IL-4 (pg), antibody titre SRBC-IgM(ng/mL), and hemagglutinin titre (%) was measured with ELISA kit and compared with control group. Comparing group animals used Salimon 1 ml/kg, Dexamethasone 1 mg/kg orally. The study was conducted in accordance with the approval of Ethics Review Committee of Ministry of Health (November 02, 2018 and approval number 10, №1).@*Result @#In addition, comparing mice which used Antischemin 100 mg/kg orally with sheep blood injected group at day 5, IL-4 level increased by 12.11%, but conclution of antibodies against sheep blood-IgM concentration decreased by 28.7%, and hemagglutinin titre decreased by 27.5%, meaning we observed that the preparation can suppress immune response.@*Сonclusions@#Antischemin preparation meaning observed can suppress immune response.

Tratamento do fibro edema gelóide utilizando o ultrassom terapêutico associado a lecitina de soja e ginkgo biloba / Treatment of cellulite using therapeutic ultrasound associated with soy lecithin and ginkgo biloba

O fibro edema gelóide atinge a dermo-hipodérmica, alterando microcirculação e adipócitos. Consiste em uma infiltração edematosa do tecido conjuntivo, seguida de polimerização da substância fundamental que, infiltrando-se nas tramas, produz uma reação fibrótica consecutiva. Além de ser desagradável esteticamente, é uma das principais queixas de pacientes na fisioterapia dermato-funcional. O objetivo do estudo foi analisar a ação do gel de Ginkgo Biloba e lecitina de soja associado ao ultrassom terapêutico no tratamento do fibro edema gelóide. Esta pesquisa envolveu 8 mulheres com idade entre 20 e 30 anos, sedentárias, sem dietas, não fumantes, não usuárias de contraceptivo, de corticóides e com FEG grau II na região glútea. O ultrassom terapêutico utilizado obedecia aos seguintes parâmetros: 3 MHz, no modo de emissão contínuo e área efetiva de radiação de 3,5 cm², intensidade 1,4 w/cm2 , sendo aplicado por 10 minutos em cada área pré-marcada. Foram realizados 30 atendimentos, 3 vezes por semana nas dependências de uma faculdade de Teresina/PI. Para análise dos dados foram utilizados: a termografia, análise bioquímica dos exames de sangue, o protocolo de avaliação do fibro edema gelóide (PAFEG), fotos e questionário de satisfação das voluntárias. Os resultados confirmaram o benefício da associação do ultrassom terapêutico ao gel de Ginkgo Biloba e Lecitina de Soja no tratamento do fibro edema gelóide. (AU)

The cellulite affects the dermo-hypodermal layers, modifying microcirculation and adipocytes. It consists of an edematous infiltration of the connective tissue, followed by polymerization of the fundamental substance, infiltrating the plots and producing a fibrotic reaction. Besides being aesthetically unpleasant, is one of the main complaints of patients in physical therapy. The aim of this study was to analyze the action of the gel Ginkgo Biloba and Soy Lecithin associated with ultrasound in the treatment of cellulite. This study involved 8 women aged 20 to 30 years, sedentary, without diets, non-smoking, not using contraception or corticoids with cellulite grade II in the gluteal region. We used the therapeutic ultrasound with the following parameters: 3 MHz, in continuous emission mode and Effective Radiation Area (ERA) of 3.5 cm², intensity 1.4 W/cm², being applied for 10 min in pre-marked area. The patients were submitted to 30 sessions, 3 times a week at the University of Teresina/PI. For data analysis we used: thermal imaging, biochemical analysis of blood tests, the evaluation protocol of cellulite (PAFEG), photos and satisfaction questionnaire of volunteers. The results confirmed the benefit of the association of the ultrasound with gel Ginkgo Biloba and Soy Lecithin in the treatment of cellulite. (AU)

Ausência de toxicidade reprodutiva e sistêmica em ratos wistar tratados com extrato seco de gingko biloba durante o período de desmame à puberdade / Absence of reproductive and sistemic toxicity in rats treated with Gingko biloba extract from weaning to puberty

Introdução: O Gingko biloba (EGb) é um fitoterápico usado há séculos, porém com poucos estudos referentes a seus efeitos sobre o período pós-natal. Estudos dessa natureza vêm sendo preconizados pela Agência Europeia de Medicina, visto que muitos órgãos completam seu desenvolvimento nesse período, inclusive o sistema reprodutor. Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito do extrato seco de EGb sobre o desenvolvimento do sistema reprodutor de ratos, tratados desde o desmame até o fim da puberdade. Métodos. Ratos Wistar foram tratados com 25mg/kg/massa corporal (EGb 25); 50 mg/kg (EGb 50) e 100 mg/kg (EGb 100). Controle (C ­ 0,1ml água destilada), por gavage dos 25 aos 45 dias de vida pós-natal. Variáveis observadas: indícios clínicos de toxicidade sistêmica, peso corporal, descida dos testículos, evolução da morfologia da glande, peso de rins, baço e fígado e dos órgãos do sistema reprodutor. Hematimetria, Concentração de hemoglobina. Concentração de espermatozoides na secreção epididimária. Resultados: Não foram encontradas diferenças significativas em quaisquer das variáveis. Conclusão: A exposição ao extrato seco de EGb durante o período pré-puberal e puberal em ratos Wistar não altera o desenvolvimento do sistema reprodutor masculino.

Introduction: Gingko biloba extract (EGb) is a phytotherapic that has been used for centuries but there is no studies concerning their effects during the postnatal period. This kind of research had been suggested by the European Medicine Agency since there are organs that complete their development in this period, including reproductive organs. Purpose: To evaluate the effect of EGb dry extract upon the rat reproductive system from weaning to 45 postnatal days. Methods: Wistar rats were treated with 25mg/kg/body weight (EGb 25); 50 mg/kg (EGb 50) and 100 mg/kg (EGb 100). Control (C 0,1ml distilled water). Variables: clinical signs of systemic toxicity, body weight, testicles descent, evolution of glans morphology, kidneys, liver, spleen and reproductive organs weights. Hematimetry. Haemoglobin concentration. Sperm concentration in the epidydimal secretion. Results: No significant differences were observed in none of the observed variables. Conclusion: The EGb dry extract exposition to prepuberal and puberal rats do not alter the reproductive system development.

Effects of gingko flavonoid on expression of NF-κBp65 and TNF-αin mice with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease / 重庆医学

Objective To investigate the effects of different doses of gingko flavonoid on the expression of nuclear factor-κBp65 (NF-κBp65) and tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α) in mice with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD) .Methods The mice mod-el of NAFLD was constructed by the high fat diet for 4 weeks .The mice were randomly divided into the control group ,high fat model group ,high ,middle and low doses of gingko flavonoid groups .High ,middle and low doses of gingko flavonoid groups were respectively gavaged with the different doses of gingko flavonoid .The normal control group and the high fat model group were ga-vaged with normal saline .After 12 weeks ,the mice were killed for taking liver tissue and detecting NF-κBp65 expressions ,and ser-um TNF-αand triacylglycerol(TG) levels were detected .Results Compared with the normal control group ,the levels of NF-κBp65 ,TNF-αand TG in the high fat model group were increased(P<0 .05) .Compared with the high fat model group ,the levels of NF-κBp65 ,TNF-αand TG in the high ,middle and low doses of gingko flavonoid groups were decreased (P<0 .05) ,moreover the higher the dose ,the more obvious the decrease .Conclusion Gingko flavonoid may play certain role in the treatment of NAFLD by reducing the generation of NF-κBp65 ,TNF-αand TG .

The Effect of Gingko Biloba on Hearing in Mice with Noise-Induced Temporary Threshold Shift

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Gingko biloba extract is known for enhancing blood circulation, scavenging free radicals, and antagonizing against platelet-activating factor. This study evaluated the effect of Gingko biloba on the noise-induced temporary threshold shift of hearing. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Temporary threshold shift was induced by exposing mice to 110 dB SPL sound for 1 hour. The experimental group consisted of mice fed Gingko biloba [3 mg/kg, 6 mg/kg, and 12 mg/kg in 0.5% carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)] for 7 days before noise exposure. CMC solution without Gingko biloba was fed to control mice. Hearing threshold was measured by auditory brainstem response (ABR) and distortion product otoacoustic emission (DPOAE). RESULTS: The hearing threshold increased after noise exposure and recovered to normal within 5 days in all groups. Compared to control mice (fed CMC solution only), mice fed Gingko biloba showed more rapid recovery of ABR threshold at 16 kHz in all three experimental groups. At the other frequencies, there was no significant change in hearing recovery in the Gingko biloba groups. There was no difference in DPOAE between groups. CONCLUSIONS: Temporary threshold shift of hearing after noise exposure was partly affected by oral Gingko biloba.

Gingko biloba leaves extract on growth and morphology of trypanosomatids / Efecto del extracto de las hojas de Gingko biloba en el crecimiento y la morfología de tripanosomátidos

Gingko biloba has been one of the most used medicinal plants all over the world in the past years. In this study, our group has studied the effect of a hydroethanolic extract from the aerial parts of this plant on the growth and morphological differentiation of trypanosomatids. Herpetomonas samuelpessoai and Herpetomonas sp were used in this study. The extract was obtained in a Soxhlet apparatus (50 oC, 2 hours). This extract was aseptically added to Roitman’s medium in different concentrations (4, 20, 40, 60, 80 and 100 mg/ml). The growth rate was determined using a Newbauer chamber to count numbers of cells after the extract inoculation (24 and 72 hours later). Smears stained by the Panotic method was used to determine the percentages of pro, para and opisthomastigote forms. The extract inhibited Herpetomonas sp growth in concentrations higher than 20 mg/ml. H. samuelpessoai has been inhibited in doses higher than 40 mg/ml. No morphological differentiation was observed in Herpetomonas sp cell. However, morphological differentiations could be noticed in H. samuelpessoai cell using doses higher than 40 mg/ml. These alterations are probably related to the cell division process, since cells with 3 or 4 nucleus were observed. Also, cytoplasmatic expansions, representing unsuccessful process of cell division were frequently found out. Further ultrastructural analysis using a transmission electron microscope showed cells with homogeneous nucleus or the absence of it. Protozoan protein profile was also analyzed. It was possible to notice changes in both trypanosomatids used in this study. H. samuelpessoai has shown over expression and accumulation of proteins which its degradation is essential to continue the cell differentiation. Also, it is possible to suggest that this extract acts through the modulation of the genetic expression and may be harmful to human cells if not purified.

Gingko biloba es una de las plantas medicinales más utilizadas en todo el mundo en los últimos años. En este estudio, nuestro grupo ha estudiado el efecto de un extracto hidroetanólico de la parte aérea de esta planta sobre el crecimiento y la diferenciación morfológica de tripanosomátidos. Herpetomonas samuelpessoai y Herpetomonas sp se utilizaron en este estudio. El extracto se obtuvo en un aparato Soxhlet (50° C/2 horas). Este extracto se agregó asépticamente a medio Roitman en diferentes concentraciones (4, 20, 40, 60, 80 y 100 mg /ml). La tasa de crecimiento se determinó utilizando una cámara de Newbauer para contar el número de células después de la inoculación de extracto (24 y 72 horas más tarde). Frotis teñidos por el método Panotic se utilizó para determinar los porcentajes de pro, para y las formas opistomastigota. El extracto inhibió el crecimiento Herpetomonas sp en concentraciones superiores a 20 mg /ml. H. samuelpessoai se ha inhibido en dosis superiores a 40 mg /ml. No se observó diferenciación morfológica en la celda Herpetomonas sp. Sin embargo, las diferenciaciones morfológicas se pudo observar en la celda H. samuelpessoai con dosis superiores a 40 mg /ml. Estas alteraciones son probablemente relacionado con el proceso de división celular, ya que las células con 3 o 4 núcleos se observaron. Además, las expansiones citoplasmáticas, lo que representa el proceso fallido de la división celular se encontraron con frecuencia hacia fuera. Un análisis más detallado ultraestructural usando microscopio electrónico de transmisión mostró células con núcleo homogéneo o la ausencia de ella. El perfil de proteínas por Protozoarios también se ha analizado. Fue posible notar cambios tanto en tripanosomátidos utilizados en este estudio. H. samuelpessoai ha demostrado a lo largo de expresión y la acumulación de proteínas que su degradación es esencial para continuar con la diferenciación celular. Además, es posible sugerir que este extracto...

Clinical study on treatment of early diabetic nephropathy by extract of gingko biloba / 中国综合临床

objective To investigate the protective effect and possible mechanisms of extract of Gingko biloba(EGB)on early diabetic nephropathy(DN).Methods Fifty-one patients with early DN were randomly divided into control group(n=25)treated by irbesartan alone and treated group(n=26)treated by EGB combined with irbesartan.Serum high sensitive C-reactive protein(hs-CRP)and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1(MCP-1)were determined with ELISA before and after treatment,and urinary albumin excretion rate(UAER),fasting blood glucose (FBG),serum creatinine(SCr),blood urea nitrogen(BUN)and lipid profiles were examined as well.Results Compared with pretreatment,at the end of 6 months'treatment,the values of hs-CRP decreased from(194.37±34.02)and(191.51±27.15)mg/L to(164.13±32.86)and(134.65±20.47)mg/L in control group and treatment group,respectively.MCP-1 was downregulated from(304.23±38.56)and(299.66±44.07)ng/L to (235.43±28.66)and(165.53±21.96)ng/L in control group and treated group(all P＜0.05).After treatment,the decrement of hs-CRP and MCP-1 level in the treated group was more significant than that in control group(P＜0.05).Conclusion EGB could retard the development of early DN,through down-regulating the expresssion of seram MCP-1,decreasing serum hs-CRP concentration and inhibiting inflammatory reaction.

Effects of total flavonoids in Gingko Biloba on glucose and lipid metabolism and liver function in rats with insulin resistance / 上海第二医科大学学报

Objective To investigate the effects of total flavonoids in Gingko Biloba on glucose and lipid metabolism and liver function in rats with insulin resistance. Methods Forty SD rats were randomly divided into normal control group,model group,total flavonoids in Gingko Biloba group and rosiglitazone group(positive drug control group)(n=10).Models of insulin resistance were established by high glucose and high fat diet in model group,total flavonoids in Gingko Biloba group and rosiglitazone group.After treatment for 12 weeks,serum glucose,serum lipids,and parameters of insulin resistance,liver function and anti-oxidation capability were detected in each group,and histologic observations of liver tissues were conducted with adipose staining. Results The serum glucose,insulin resistance index(HOMA-IR),insulin action index(IAI),serum total cholesterol(TC),triglyceride(TG),liver malondialdehyde(MDA) and serum transaminase activity in total flavonoids in Gingko Biloba group were significantly lower than those in model group(P

Effects of Gingko biloba extract on glutamate-induced [ Ca2+ ]i changes in cultured cortical astrocytes after hypoxia/reoxygenation, H2O2 or L-glutamate injury / 药学学报

Aim To investigate glutamate-induced [ Ca2 + ] i changes in cultured rat neonatal cortical astrocytes after hypoxia/reoxygenation, H2O2 or high concentration of L-glutamate injury. In the meantime, the effects of Gingko biloba extract (GbE) were examined. Methods [ Ca2+ ]i changes in astrocytes were monitored by laser scanning confocal microscopy with the Ca2+ sensitive fluorescent probe [ Ca2 + ] i, but decrease by ( 3.3 ± 1.6) %, (81 ± 11 ) % and ( 81 ± 7 ) %, respectively. Pretreatment with H2O2 or high concentration of L-glutamate injury were ( 135 ± 98 ) %, ( 117 ± 93 ) % and ( 89 ± 36) %,different injury. Conclusion Hypoxia/reoxygenation, H2O2 and high concentration of L-glutamate impaired astrocytes' response to exogenous L-glutamate, and then bidirectional communication between astrocytes and neurons could not take place. GbE could improve the abnormal responses and maintain the normal function of astroglical network. These effects support that GbE has potential beneficial actions against brain injury.

Protective effects of extract gingko biloba on myocardium mitochondria of experimental diabetic rats / 中国康复理论与实践

@#ObjectiveTo observe the protective effects of extract gingko biloba (EGb) on the myocardium mitochondria of diabetic rats.Methods40 Sprague-Dauley rats were divided randomly into the normal control group, diabetic group and EGb treatment group. The morphologic changes of myocardium mitochondria were studied by electron microscope, and the activities of succinate dehydrogenase (SDH), superoxide dismutase (SOD), nitric oxide synthase (NOS) and content of nitric oxide (NO), malondialdehyde (MDA) in the myocardium mitochondria were assayed by spectophotometer respectively.ResultsThe expansion of mitochondria, shorten of mitochondrial crest were observed under transmission electron microscope in diabetic rats. The activities of SOD and SDH decreased, but that of NOS and the content of NO increased in the diabetic group compared with control group. In EGb treatment group, the morphological change was slight, the activities of SOD and SDH were increased as well as NOS and the content of NO, MDA decreased compared with the diabetic group.ConclusionEGb can protect myocardium mitochondria of experimentally diabetic rats from lesion of free radical and excessive NO, and enhance the activity of SDH, protect myocardium of diabetic rat consequently.

Estudo da ação do nível elevado de pressão sonora e do extrato seco de ginkgo biloba EGb761 na citoarquitetura da cóclea de cobaias adultas / Morphological study on the effects of high sound pressure and ginkgo biloba EGb 761 dry extract to the cochlea cell architecture of adult guinea pigs

A preocupação com a exposição do Homem ao ruído excessivo data dos primórdios da civilização. Com a modernidade, os níveis de ruído têm sido crescentes não só nas atividades laborais, como também nas sociais e recreativas, levando a perda auditiva induzida por níveis de pressão sonora elevada (PAINPS) a ser considerada a segunda maior causa de surdez. Esses fatos nos levaram a realizar estudo experimental buscando avaliar o efeito do nível de pressão sonora elevada e do extrato seco de Ginkgo biloba EGb 761 na cóclea de cobaias albinas, fêmeas e adultas, pela avaliação de eventuais alterações da sua citoarquitetura, por meio de microscopia de luz e pela observação das alterações do epitélio sensorial com microscopia eletrônica de varredura.

Human exposition to excessive sound levels has been a cause for preoccupation since the early stages of our civilization. In the Modern Era, sound levels have increased not only at work but also during social and leisure activities, leading the hearing loss induced by high levels of sound pressure to be considered the second most important cause of deafness. Bearing that in mind an experimental work was designed in an attempt to search for the effects of high sound pressure and Ginkgo biloba EGb 761 dry extract to the cochlea of albino adult female guinea pigs with the evaluation of cell architecture alterations by means of light microscopy and also by the evaluation of alterations to the sensory epithelium with the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) array.

Extract of gingko biloba on IL-6,TNF-a in patients with early diabetic nephropathy / 重庆医科大学学报

Objective:To investigate the effect of extract of gingko biloba (EGB)on inflammatory cytokines in patients with early diabeti cnephropathy(DN). Methods:Thirty-nine patients with early DN were randomly assigned into the control group (n=19)treated by irbesartan alone and the treated group (n=20)treated by EGB combined with irbesartan for 6 months. Serum interleukin-6(IL-6)and tumor necrosis factor-?(TNF-?)were determined with ELISA before and after treatment,and urinary albumin excretion rate,fasting blood glucose,serum creatinine,blood urea nitrogen and lipid profiles,were examined as well. Results:The levels of IL-6 and TNF-? were significantly lower in both groups after treatment than those before treatment (P

The Effect of Gingko Biloba Extract on Energy Metabolic Status in C3H Mouse Fibrosarcoma: Evaluated by in vivo 31P Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy / 대한방사선종양학회지

PURPOSE: Gingko biloba extract (GBE), a natural product extracted from Gingko leaves, is known to increase the radiosensitivity of tumors. This radiosensitization probably arises from the increase in the peripheral blood flow by decreasing the blood viscosity and relaxing the vasospasm. The influence of a GBE on the metabolic status in fibrosarcoma II (FSaII) of a C3H mouse was investigated using 31P magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Eighteen C3H mice with fibrosarcoma II (from 100 mm3 to 130 mm3) were prepared for this experiment. The mice were divided into 2 groups; one (9 mice) without a priming dose, and the other (9 mice) with a priming dose of GBE. The GBE priming dose (100 mg/kg) was administered by an intraperitoneal (i.p.) injection 24 hours prior to the measurement. First 31P MRS spectra were measured in the mice from each group as a baseline and test dose of GBE (100 mg/kg) was then administered to each group. One hour later, the 31P MRS spectra were measured again to evaluate the change in the energy metabolic status. RESULTS: In the group without the priming dose, the mean pH, PCr/Pi, PME/ATP, Pi/ATP, PCr/(Pi+ME) values 1 hour after the test dose were not changed significantly compared to the values at the baseline. However, in the group with the priming dose, the mean PCr/Pi, Pi/ATP, PCr/(Pi+PME) values 1 hour after the test dose changed from the baseline values of 0.49, 0.77, 0.17 to 0.74, 0.57, 0.28 respectively. According to the paired t-test, the differences were statistically significant. CONCLUSION: The above findings suggest that the metabolic status is significantly improved after administering GBE if the priming dose is given 24 hours earlier. This shows that the radiosensitizing effect of GBE is based on the increase of tumor blood flow and the improvement in the metabolic status.

Effects of extract of Gingko biloba leaves on learning,memory and hippocampus HO-1 expression In diabetic rats / 中华内分泌代谢杂志

Objective To explore the effects of extract of Gingko biloba leaves (EGb) on learning, memory and hippoeampal heine oxygenase-1 (HO-1) expression in diabetic rats.Methods The behaviors of streptozotoein-induced diabetic rats were observed by Morris water maze for learning and memory after 6 months of diabetes.The HO-1 mRNA expression and protein expression in hippocampus of diabetic rats were detected by RT- PCR and immunohistochemistry respectively.Results The escape latency time in Morris water maze of diabetic rats was prolonged markedly.HO-1 mRNA and HO-1 protein expressions in hippocampus of diabetic rats were increased (1.635?0.326 vs 0.978?0.214,7.2?1.7 vs 1.9?0.5,respectively,both P＜0.01).The escape latency times in EGb (100,50 mg/kg) treated groups were shortened.HO-1 mRNA and HO-1 protein expressions in hippocampus were decreased at the same time as compared with diabetic group (100 mg/kg:0.954?0.144,2.0?0.8;50 mg/kg:0.988?0.154,2.5?0.6,all P＜0.01).Conclusion EGb can significantly inhibit HO-1 expression in hippocampus and improve learning and memory dysfunction in diabetic rats.

The Short-and Long-Term Effects of Gingko Biloba Extracts on the Endothelial Function in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease

BACKGROUND: The gingko biloba extracts (GBE) are known to inducing vasodilation by increasing NO or PGI2. However, the effects on the endothelial function and clinical symptoms of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) are not clear. METHODS: The flow-mediated endothelium-dependent brachial artery vasodilation using high-resolution ultrasound was measured before and 2 hours after intake of GBE (120 mg single PO) and 1 month after regular intake of GBE (80 mg bid PO) in 33 patients (mean: 60 yrs, 26 males) with CAD who had been diagnosed by coronary angiogram and managed with medication for more than 1 month. RESULTS: The only one patient could not continue to take GBE due to severe nausea. The frequency or severity of chest pain was decreased in 31 patients among the other 32 patients. The flow-mediated brachial artery vasodilation (mean+/-SD) were significantly (p<0.001) improved from 8.9+/-3.9% before to 13.4+/-4.5% and 13.7+/-4.0% 2 hours and 1 month after taking GBE, respectively. The brachial artery diameter was increased from 4.42+/-0.67 mm before to 4.45+/-0.66 mm and 4.64+/-0.60 (p<0.005) after taking GBE, respectively. The endothelial function in patients with diabetes mellitus (5 from 33) was not improved 2 hours after taking GBE, but improved 1 month after GBE. The improvement of endothelial dysfunction in patients with hyperlipidemia or hypertension was less than patients without it. CONCLUSION: GBE has favorable short- and long-term effects on the endothelial function and clinical symptoms as well as long-term vasodilatation in patients with CAD without serious side effects.

Protective Effect of Gingko Biloba Extract on Acute Lung Hemorrhage Induced by Lipopolysaccharide in Newborn Rats / 实用儿科临床杂志

Objective To investigate the protective effect of Gingko Biloba extract (GBE) on acute lung hemorrhage induced by Lipopolysaccharide(LPS) in newborn rats. Methods 1. Acute lung hemorrhage models were reproduced by intraperitoneal injection with LPS (5 mg/kg). 2. Thirty two rats were randomly divided into 4 groups,GBE groups (4 mg/kg,8 mg/kg, 16 mg/kg) and LPS group 5 mg/kg. Results In group LPS, extensive lung hemorrhage was observed after 4 hours of injection . TNF - ? iung content was obvious in LPS group. The expression of lung nuclear factor(NF-kB )immunohistochemistry wasobvious. While the parameters were obviously attenuated by GBE before LPS. Conclusion GBE may be useful in the treatment of acute pulmonary inflammatory disease.