Extracts of Portulaca oleracea promote wound healing by enhancing angiology regeneration and inhibiting iron accumulation in mice / 中草药·英文版

Objective: To investigate the role of Portulaca oleracea (POL) in promoting revascularization and re-epithelization as well as inhibiting iron aggregation and inflammation of deep tissue pressure injury (DTPI). Methods: The hydroalcoholic extract of POL (P) and aqueous phase fraction of POL (PD) were prepared based on maceration and liquid–liquid extraction. The number of new blood vessels and VEGF-A expression level were assessed using H&E stain and Western blot on injured muscle to examine the role of POL different extracts in vascularization. The iron distribution and total elemental iron of injured muscle were detected using laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Perls’ staining to determine whether POL extracts can inhibit the iron accumulation. Besides, the ability of POL extracts to promote wound healing by combining re-epithelization time, inflammation degree and collagen deposition area were comprehensively evaluated. Results: In vitro, we observed a significant increase in HUVEC cell viability, migration rate and the number of the tube after P and PD treatment (P < 0.05). In vivo, administration of P and PD impacted vascularization and iron accumulation on injured tissue, evident from more new blood vessels, higher expression of VEGF-A and decreased muscle iron concentration of treatment groups compared with no-treatment groups (P < 0.05). Besides, shorter re-epithelization time, reduced inflammatory infiltration and distinct collagen deposition were associated with administration of P and PD (P < 0.05). Conclusion: POL extract administration groups have high-quality wound healing, which is associated with increased new blood vessels, collagen deposition and re-epithelization, along with decreased iron accumulation and inflammatory infiltration. Our results suggest that that POL extract is beneficial to repair injured muscle after ischemia–reperfusion, highlighting the potential of POL in the DTPI treatment.

Protective effect of extract of averrhoa carambola l. root on CC14-induced acute liver injury in mice / 中国药理学通报

Aim To investigate the effect of extract of Averrhoa carambola L. root (EACR) on carbon tetra-chloride (CCl4) induced acute hepatic injury in mice. Methods Both NS and the treatment protocol were administered via intragastric gavage (i. g. ) for seven days. Each group of mice were intraperitineally injected with 0. 15% CCl4 to establish an acute liver injury model except for the normal group. The levels of aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), interleukin-1 (IL-1 ) , interleukin-6 (IL-6) in the serum and the superoxide dismutase (SOD) , nialondialehyde ( MDA ) , glutathione ( GSH ) , and glutathione peroxidase ( GSH-Px ) in the liver tissues were measured. The protein expression of tumor necrosis factor-a (TNF-a), nuclear factor-kappa B ( NF- kB) , caspase-3 were measured by western blot. The histopathological changes were detected by HE staining. Results After prctreatment with EACR, the levels of AST, ALT, 11,-1, IL-6 in serum as well as MDA in the liver markedly decreased, whereas the activities of SOD, GSH and GSH-Px increased. The protein expressions of TNF-ot, NF-kB and caspase-3 were significantly down-regulated in EACR groups. HE staining also showed that the injury of liver was mitigated after administration of EACR. Conclusions EACR can prevent CC14 induced acute hepatic injury in mice. The mechanism may be related to attenuating the free radicals and inhibiting the lipid peroxidation.

Parietal peritoneum graft for duodenum injuries in an animal model / Enxerto de peritônio parietal em lesão duodenal: modelo animal

ABSTRACT Background: Duodenal injuries and their surgical procedure cause a high morbidity and mortality. Aim: To assess the overall effectiveness of the auto-graft of peritoneum in the treatment of the perforation of the duodenum, aiming to reduce surgery time, costs, complexity and mortality. Methods: Twelve New Zealand rabbits, ages 4-6 months, both sexes, underwent designed surgical grade III duodenal injuries that were repaired 18 h after. Rabbits were surgically treated with the proposed auto-graft of peritoneum. Results: No postoperative deaths were observed; the animals presented corporal weight increase and were euthanized six months later. There was no significant difference between both groups relating to the postoperative evolution or in the histological changes. Conclusion: Auto-graft of the peritoneum and posterior fascia is a useful option for duodenal repair and that is worth of evaluation for humans.

RESUMO Racional: Lesões duodenais e seu procedimento cirúrgico causam alta morbimortalidade. Objetivo: Avaliar a eficácia geral de retalho peritoneal no tratamento da perfuração do duodeno, visando reduzir o tempo, os custos, a complexidade e a mortalidade cirúrgicas. Métodos: Doze coelhos da raça Nova Zelândia, com idades entre 4-6 meses, ambos os sexos, foram submetidos a lesões duodenais cirúrgicas de grau III, que foram reparadas 18 h depois. Coelhos foram tratados cirurgicamente com a proposta de auto-enxerto de peritônio. Resultados: Não foram observados óbitos pós-operatórios; os animais apresentaram aumento de peso corporal e foram eutanasiados seis meses depois. Não houve diferença significativa entre os dois grupos em relação à evolução pós-operatória ou nas alterações histológicas. Conclusão: A auto-enxertia do peritônio e da fáscia posterior é uma opção útil para o reparo duodenal e vale a pena ser avaliada em seres humanos.

High fat diet-induced elevation of blood glucose impairs the microvascular function of testis in mice / 基础医学与临床

Objective To observe the effects of high fat dietinduced elevation of blood glucose on the microvascular function of testis and male reproduction in C57BL/6 mice. Methods A total of 40 male C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into control group and high fat diet (HFD) group (n =20). The mice in HFD group were fed with high fat diet for 20 weeks. Blood glucose and body weight were measured weekly. The permeability of bloodtestis barrier was evaluated by intraperitoneal injection of Evans blue. The blood flow of testicular microcircu-lation and the frequency and amplitude of microvascular vasomotion were detected by laser Doppler blood flow ima-ging system. The morphology of testicular tissue was observed by HE staining. The expressions of platelet- endothelial cell adhesion molecule-1 (PECAM-1/CD31) in testicular microvascular endothelial cells and prolifera-ting cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) in spermatogenic cells were detected by immunohistochemistry. The apoptosis of spermatogenic cells was observed by TUNEL staining. Results The body weight and blood glucose of HFD group were significantly higher than those in control group (P＜0.01). Evans blue staining showed that the integrity of blood-testis barrier of HFD group was damaged, and increased permeability was observed in seminiferous tubules. In HFD group, the mean blood flow of testis and the frequency and amplitude of microvascular vasomotion were sig-nificantly lower than those in control group (P＜0.01). The number of spermatogenic epithelial cells and the thickness of seminiferous epithelium decreased. The expressions of CD31 in microvascular endothelial cells and PCNA in spermatogenic cells were significantly lower in HFD group than those in control group (P＜0.01). The apoptosis level of spermatogenic cells was higher than that in the control group (P <0.01). Conclusions Increased blood glucose level induced by high fat diet in mice can impair the testicular microvasculature and damage the integrity of blood-testis barrier and injure the structure of seminiferous epithelium in mice.

Risk factors affecting occupational exposure to blood and body fluids among dental students: a cross-sectional study in a Brazilian Federal University

Introduction: Dental students are often exposed to bloodborne pathogens during dental training. Several factors are involved in increased risk of human deficiency, hepatitis B and hepatitis C virus (HIV, HBV, and HCV) infection. However, there are few studies that address the risks and forms of prevention among dental students in Brazil. Methods: A cross-sectional study of occupational exposure to blood or body fluids among dental students of Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, was performed. These students were referred to the Occupational Medicine Department of Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre from January 2007 to April 2015. Analyzed data included type of exposure (needlestick injury, mucosal exposure, and exposure to non-intact skin); source patient status for HBV, HIV and HCV infection, accident during dental training, procedure performed, biological material involved, type of accident, and hepatitis B vaccination and serological protection status. The objective was to know the incidence rate and others characteristics of accidents in order to prevent them. Results: There were 312 accidents during the study period of 8 years and 4 months. Incidence rate was 87,42 exposures per 1000 students year. Source patient was known in 297 of the cases (95.2%), of which 3 were HBsAg reagent, 12 were HIV reagent, and 17 were HCV reagent. The majority of accidents occurred during procedure, but nearly as high as 40% occurred after procedure, of which 63% occurred during instrument cleaning, disinfecting or sterilizing. Most involved sharp instruments were anesthetic syringe needle and curette. Only 48% of dental students knew their antiHBs was > 10 mIU/mL. Conclusions: Dental students should be tested for hepatitis B immune status at the beginning of training, and vaccination should be available to all dental students before they start clinical practice. Work practice controls on sharp devices should be addressed at the beginning and strengthened during dental training. Dental training institutions should review instrumental cleaning process to minimize handling of loose contaminated instruments (AU)

Expression and clinical significance of toll like receptor 4 receptor in sepsis acute kidney injury patients / 中国综合临床

Objective To investigate the change of expression of toll like receptor 4( TLR4)on peripheral blood monouclear cells( PBMC) and clinical significance of sepsis acute kidney injury( AKI) patients. Methods ICU admission diagnosis of sepsis patients from May 2012 to December 2013 in the Zhongxin Hospital of Handan were diagnosed AKI according to the KDIGO guidelines of 2012 and were divided into AKI group and non AKI. Meanwhile,patients with AKI were also divided into group Ⅰ(KDIGO Ⅰ period);group Ⅱ( KDIGO Ⅱ period)and group Ⅲ( KDIGO Ⅲ period)according to the AKI stages. Thirty cases health patients were elected as the control group. The expression levels of TLR4,human leucocyte antigen(HLA-DR)on PBMC with of sepsis patients were detected with the flow cytometry. The levels of interleukin-6(IL-6) and interleukin-10(IL-10)in serum were detected by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA). The length of ICU stay,ICU mortality and the APACHE Ⅱ in 24 h were recorded. Results (1)The expression levels of TLR4 in sepsis AKI patients was(34. 45 ± 9. 54),higher than that in patients without AKI and control group ((26. 29 ± 6. 76,10. 72 ± 8. 82;F = 55. 351,P < 0. 01). The expression of TLR4 in sepsis AKI patients was higher than sepsis patients without AKI(P < 0. 05). There was significant difference among sub AKI groups in terms of TLR4(F = 13. 235,P < 0. 01),and it significantly lower in group Ⅲ among three groups.(P < 0. 05 or P < 0. 01).(2)The levels of IL-6,IL-10 in sepsis AKI group were(565. 81 ± 106. 27)ng/ L,(76. 78 ± 12. 33) ng/ L,higher than those in non AKI group and control group((321. 85 ± 76. 62)ng/ L,(38. 53 ± 9. 93)ng/ L;(84. 36 ± 36. 91)ng/ L,(17. 53 ± 6. 08)ng/ L;F = 264. 962,254. 398,P < 0. 01). While,the levels of IL-6,IL-10 in sepsis AKI group were higher than those in non AKI group(P < 0. 05). However,there was no significant difference among three sub AKI groups in terms of IL-6 levels. The IL-10 level in group Ⅲ was highest among three sub AKI groups(P < 0. 05).(3)ICU mortality in sepsis AKI group and non AKI group were 34. 8% and 14. 8%(χ2 = 3. 410,P = 0. 065). Meanwhile,ICU mortality in three sub-AKI groups were 20. 0% ,33. 3% , 57. 1% ,and there was no significant difference(P = 0. 120). The length of ICU stay in non ALI group was(4. 14 ± 1. 65)d,shorter than that in AKI group(10. 52 ± 3. 70)d;t = 8. 201,P = 0. 000). Meanwhile,The length of ICU stay in three sub-AKI groups were(8. 93 ± 1. 81)d,(10. 17 ± 2. 31)d,(14. 71. ± 2. 81)d,and the difference was significant(F = 19. 052,P = 0. 000). APACHE-Ⅱ in three sub-AKI groups Ⅰ,group Ⅱ,groupⅢ were 20. 20 ± 4. 07,21. 00 ± 3. 16,30. 57 ± 2. 44 respectively and the difference was significant(P < 0. 05 or P < 0. 01). Conclusion TLR4 mediated inflammation is involved in the sepsis AKI process. Because the damage degree of AKI is aggravating,immune factors also participate in the development of AKI. And with the decrease of HLA-DR,the probability of RRT increases.

Comparetive study of conventional vs. zero-balanced ultrafiltration in concentration of serum pro-inflammatory factors and incidence of acute kidney injury after cardio-pulmonary bypass proce-dures / 临床外科杂志

Objective To compare the impact of conventional vs. zero-balanced ultrafiltration on serum pro-inflammatory factors,acute kidney injury and clinical prognosis after cardio-pulmonary bypass procedure. Methods Forty patients receiving cardiac surgery under cardio-pulmonary bypass procedures in Xiangyang Central Hospital during January 2013 to June 2013 were randomly divided into conventional ultrafiltration group(group A,n=20)and zero-balanced ultrafiltration group(group B,n=20). Blood and urine samples were collected on different time points( pre-operation,T0;pre-ultrafiltration,T1;immediately after ultrafiltration,T2;24 hours post-operation,T3;48 hours post-operation,T4;7 days post-operation, T5). TNF-α,IL-6,KIM-1,CysC,serum creatinine and urea nitrogen were detected and compared. Pre-and post-operative clinical data were also collected. Results There was no difference in baseline data or intra-operative data(p>0. 05). TNF-αand IL-6 started to increase when the operation began. Compared with conventional ultrafiltration,zero-balanced ultrafiltration alleviated the increase of TNF-α and IL-6,espe-cially on T2,T3,and T4(pgrade I)in group A and 2 patients experienced in group B(p<0. 01). There were significant differences of ventilation time,total complication incidence and ICU stay time be-tween two groups. There was no difference in other complications,post-operative days in hospital or death rate within 30 days. Conclusion Though there is a trend of more patients receving renal replacement therapy,no statistical difference has been achieved. In conclusion,zero-balanced ultrafiltration can effec-tively decrease the concentration of serum pro-inflammatory factors,alleviate acute kidney injury and improve the clinical prognosis after cardio-pulmonary bypass procedures. It is a safe and reliable method valuable for promotion.

Anfotericina B: uma revisão sobre suas diferentes formulações, efeitos adversos e toxicidade / Amphotericin B: a review on different formulations, side effects and toxicity

A incidência de infecções fúngicas invasivas tem aumentado, como consequência do contingente cada vez maior de pacientes com imunossupressão. O tratamento de infecções fúngicas com anfotericina B (AmB) está associado a efeitos adversos importantes, como nefrotoxicidade e toxicidade hematológica. Nesta revisão buscou-se abordar os estudos sobre AmB nas diferentes formulações, focando em suas características farmacológicas e toxicidade. Formulações lipídicas de AmB estão associadas a um risco menor de nefrotoxicidade, entretanto ainda há controvérsia sobre diferenças entre as duas formulações lipídicas de AmB disponíveis. Diferenças em relação ao perfil imunomodulatório e ligação a lipoproteínas podem explicar parte das diferenças clínicas existentes entre as formulações de AmB. A maioria dos estudos clínicos que avaliou a nefrotoxicidade associada à AmB em diferentes formulações não utilizou critérios validados para classificação do dano renal, o que dificulta sua comparação. A toxicidade hematológica relacionada ao uso de AmB é um fenômeno descrito desde os primórdios do seu uso clínico, entretanto poucos dados existem sobre sua frequência, fatores de risco e impacto nos desfechos clínicos. Dados precisos, e adequados ao contexto local, sobre a toxicidade de AmB nas suas diferentes formulações são necessários para uma adequada avaliação dos aspectos de farmacoeconomia e custo-efetividade...

Invasive fungal infections have emerged in recent years, as a consequence of increasing numbers of immunosuppressed patients. Treatment of these conditions with amphotericin B (AmB) has been associated with important side effects, such as nephrotoxicity and hematological toxicity. In this review we aimed to assess studies about different formulations of AmB, focusing on pharmacological properties and toxicity. Lipid formulations of AmB have been linked to a lower risk of nephrotoxicity; however, there is still controversy about differences between the two available lipid formulations. Differences in immunomodulatory profile and lipoprotein binding could partly explain clinical inequalities among AmB formulations. Most clinical trials that evaluated AmB-associated nephrotoxicity did not use validated criteria for renal injury classification, impairing comparability. Hematological toxicity associated with AmB treatments is an occurrence described since the beginning of its clinical use; nevertheless, few data exist about its frequency, risk factors, and clinical impact. Clear and more precise information, derived from local studies, is needed to an adequate evaluation about pharmacoeconomic aspects of AmB treatment and cost-effectiveness of lipid formulations...

The role of the posterior elements of the spine in the classification of th oraco-lumbar burst fractures and spinal cord injuries / 中华骨科杂志

Objective To observe the role of the posterior e lements of the spine in the spinal cord injuries and to provide the basic evidence for proper evaluation of the se verity of spinal cord injuries and th e possibilities of functional recove ry.Methods Experimental study:The experiment al model of spinal burst fracture was established in the thoraco-lumbar column section which subjected high velocity vertical loadi ng in static pattern.The pressure changes in the vertebral canal and the severity of posterior elements of the spin e were observed,and then their relationship was studied.Clinical Study:The data were obtained from 127consecutive cases of thoraco-lumbar burst fracture associated with paraplegia.The relationship between t he severity of spinal cord injury,functional recovery and the posterior elements injuries was studied retrosp ec-tively.Results The experimental study showed that g reat pressure changes appeared in th e vertebral spec-imens without posterior elements in juries.On the contrary,the peak value of pressure was low in cases with posterior elements injuries.Clini cal results:Of 38cases(69.09%)with spinal cord injuries in 55patie nts without posterior elements injurie s,functional recovery was found in 24cases(63.16%).In another group,of 52cases(72.22%)with spinal cord injuries in 72patie nts with posterior elements injurie s,functional recovery was found in 20cases(38.46%).The statistic difference between t he two groups indicated that the severity of spinal cord injuries in t he patients without posterior eleme nts injuries was more severe than that with posterior elements injuries.Conclusion The spinal posterior elements play a n important role in spinal cord injuries.The severity of posterior elements injuries can be used as a sca le in the evaluation of the severity o f spinal cord injuries,functional re covery and improvement of Denis classification.[

Treatment of peripheral nerve injury with side-to-side anastomosis / 中华骨科杂志

Objective To determine the efficacy of side-to-side anastomosis in the treatment o f peripheral nerve injury.Methods Ten cases of peripheral nerve injury which could not be repaired by the routine methods were selected in thi s study by using the side-to-side anastomosis.The average time between injury to operation was 4months(1to 10months).The injured nerve trunk was kept abr east of neighbor donor nerve at suitable segment,the opposite epineurium and fascicle of two nerve were cut open 1-2cm until nerve fiber was seen.Two segments were clo sed together tightly and the side-to-side anastomosis was performed wit h9/0-11/0threads.Clinical and EMG e xamination were carried on in each case.Results Nine of ten cases were followed-up for 3months t o 3years,with an average of 16months.M3S3or b etter of their main nerve control area were found in 6/9c ases,and M2S3 - in 3/9.No obvious motion or sensory f unction loss was seen after the surgery,or the dec rease from M5S5down to M4S4of the don or nerve postoperatively re-covered in 3weeks to 3months.Conclusion Side-to-side anastomosis of peripheral nerve is a new remedy measure to treat those peripheral nerve injury which can not be treated by routine procedures.[

Nutritional support in the management of patients with head injury / 肠外与肠内营养

The nutritional support has become an important part of the management of pa- tients with severe head injury.Fifty- two cases were supported by early nutritional supplement.The result showed that themortality and morbidity were decreased.It is experienced that early nutritional support may reduce the loss of body protein and vis- ceral proteins,increase the function of cellu- lar immune system and promote the recov- ery of impaired nerves.

Histopathological study of colorectal injury after endoscopic polypectomy / 中华消化内镜杂志

Objective The study was attempted to observe the colorectal injury due to endoscopic snare polypectomy. Methods Histopathological study was conducted on 47 snared colorectal polyps as well as on the corresponding sites in 34 patients who underwent surgery thereafter for malignancy. Results The injury to all snared specimens was confined within submucosa,while that to surgically resected specimens at the snared sites extended to muscular and serosal layers in 28 out of 34 cases, which manifested as focal necrosis in inner muscularis and hemorrhage between inner and outer muscle layers, bearing no continuity with submucosal change.The mean size of polyps snared with injury to muscularis and serosa at the site was larger than those without ( P10mm.

Protective effect of liposome-mediated GDNF gene transfer in vivo on motor neur ons following spinal cord injury in rats / 中华骨科杂志

Objective To investigate the effect of liposome-m ediated GDNF in vivo gene transfer on spinal cord motor neurons after spinal c ord injury in adult rats.Methods Sixtymale Sprague-Dawley rats were divided eq ually into two groups:GDNF group and GFP group.The SCI model of acute spinal cord post-erior com pression was established according to the method of Nyst rm,and then The DC-Chol liposome and recom binant plasmid pEGFP-GDNF cD N A complexes were injected into the injured spinal cord.The expres-sion of GDN F cDNA after injection was detected by RT-PCR and fluorescence mi cro scope.T he remaining motor neurons in anterior horn and the changes of cholinesterase (CHE)and acid phosphatase(ACP)activity were observed by using Nissl and enzy me histo chemistry staining.The locomo tion function of hindlimbs of rats was evaluated using inclined plane test and BBB loco motor scale.Results RT-PCRan d fluorescence observa-tion confirmed the presence of ex pression of GDNF cDN A at1week and4weeks after injection.At 1,2,4weeks after SCI,the number of active motor neurons in anterior horn in GDNF group(20.4?3.2,2 1.7?3.6,22.5?3.4)was more than that in GFP group(16.8?2 .8,17.3?2.7,18.2?3.2)(P

Uretero-ileocystoplasty: A Report of One Case / 대한비뇨기과학회지

No abstract available.