Efficacy of the photon-induced photoacoustic streaming combined with nano-silver solution on Enterococcus faecalis in root canals / 口腔医学

Objective@#o explore the antibacterial effect of combined use of photon-induced photoacoustic streaming (PIPS) and silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on Enterococcus faecalis biofilm in root canals.@*Methods@#A total of 36 isolated teeth with single root canal were collected to establish an experimental root canal model of Enterococcus faecalis infection. Samples were randomly divided into six groups and 0.9% NaCl, 2% NaClO, 0.1% AgNPs solutions were used with conventional needle irrigation (CNI) or PIPS for root canals. Colony count method was used to measure the number of Enterococcus faecalis biofilm in root canals before and after treatment, and the percentage of colony count reduction was calculated.@*Results@#The inhibitory effect of Enterococcus faecalis biofilm in all experimental groups was stronger than that in the control group (P<0.05). The decrease amplitude of 0.9% NaCl, 2% NaClO, 0.1% AgNPs assisted with PIPS was greater than that of 0.9% NaCl, 2% NaClO, 0.1% AgNPs assisted with CNI (P<0.05). The decrease in the 0.1% AgNPs assisted with PIPS group was significantly greater than that in the 2% NaClO assisted with PIPS group (P<0.05).@*Conclusion@#PIPS-assisted AgNPs solution washing can significantly improve the effect of clearing Enterococcus faecalis biofilm in root canals.

Nanosilver alleviates foreign body reaction and facilitates wound repair by regulating macrophage polarization / 浙江大学学报（英文版）（B辑：生物医学和生物技术）

Foreign body reactions induced by macrophages often cause delay or failure of wound healing in the application of tissue engineering scaffolds. This study explores the application of nanosilver (NAg) to reduce foreign body reactions during scaffold transplantation. An NAg hybrid collagen-chitosan scaffold (NAg-CCS) was prepared using the freeze-drying method. The NAg-CCS was implanted on the back of rats to evaluate the effects on foreign body reactions. Skin tissue samples were collected for histological and immunological evaluation at variable intervals. Miniature pigs were used to assess the effects of NAg on skin wound healing. The wounds were photographed, and tissue samples were collected for molecular biological analysis at different time points post-transplantation. NAg-CCS has a porous structure and the results showed that it could release NAg constantly for two weeks. The NAg-CCS group rarely developed a foreign body reaction, while the blank-CCS group showed granulomas or necrosis in the subcutaneous grafting experiment. Both matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP-1) and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 (TIMP-1) were reduced significantly in the NAg-CCS group. The NAg-CCS group had higher interleukin (IL)-10 and lower IL-6 than the blank CCS group. In the wound healing study, M1 macrophage activation and inflammatory-related proteins (inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), IL-6, and interferon-‍γ (IFN-‍γ)) were inhibited by NAg. In contrast, M2 macrophage activation and proinflammatory proteins (arginase-1, major histocompatibility complex-II (MHC-II), and found in inflammatory zone-1 (FIZZ-1)) were promoted, and this was responsible for suppressing the foreign body responses and accelerating wound healing. In conclusion, dermal scaffolds containing NAg suppressed the foreign body reaction by regulating macrophages and the expression of inflammatory cytokines, thereby promoting wound healing.

Nanosilver fluoride as a caries arresting agent in children A systematic review and meta- analysis

Background: Dental caries is one of the most common concerns in oral health of children. Arresting these lesions is a treatment which is gaining momentum as against conventional restorative approaches. Aim: The aim is to evaluate the efficacy of nanosilver fluoride (NSF) as a caries arresting agent in primary teeth or first permanent molars in children. Design: The protocol for the systematic review has been registered with PROSPERO database (CRD42020162386). Several databases, such as PubMed®/MEDLINE, Web of Science™, Scopus®, Google Scholar, LILACS, Cochrane Library, ProQuest, and BBO, were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) which evaluated the arrestment of caries, in primary teeth and first permanent molars in children, with a minimum follow-up of 6 months. The Risk of Bias tool by Cochrane reviews system software, Revman 5.4.1, was used for quality assessment of the included RCTs. The quality evaluation was done using the GRADE approach. Heterogeneity was assessed using Cochrane's Q and I2 statistics. Results: Five studies were included for qualitative and quantitative analysis. The Risk Ratio for NSF versus active control group was assessed to be 1.09 (0.93-1.28) with 95% Confidence Interval and for placebo control was 0.49 (0.35-0.67). Conclusion: NSF shows promise as a caries arrestment agent when applied in primary teeth.

Rapid and sensitive analysis of trace β-blockers by magnetic solid-phase extraction coupled with Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometry / 药物分析学报

A rapid and sensitive method for analyzing trace β-blockers in complex biological samples,which involved magnetic solid-phase extraction(MSPE)coupled with Fourier transform ion cyclotron reso-nance mass spectrometry(FTICR-MS),was developed.Novel nanosilver-functionalized magnetic nano-particles with an interlayer of poly(3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine)(polyDOPA@Ag-MNPs)were synthesized and used as MSPE adsorbents to extract trace β-blockers from biological samples.After extraction,the analytes loaded on the polyDOPA@Ag-MNPs were desorbed using an organic solvent and analyzed by FTICR-MS.The method was rapid and sensitive,with a total detection procedure of less than 10 min as well as limits of detection and quantification in the ranges of 3.5-6.8 pg/mL and 11.7-22.8 pg/mL,respectively.The accuracy of the method was also desirable,with recoveries ranging from 80.9％to 91.0％following the detection of analytes in human blood samples.All the experimental results demonstrated that the developed MSPE-FTICR-MS method was suitable for the rapid and sensitive analysis of trace β-blockers in complex biological samples.

Preparation, Characterization Of Silver-Nanoparticles From Seed Coat Exudates Of Celastrus Paniculatus Willd. And Their Bactericidal And Biofilm Inhibition Effects

We are reporting a novel approach for preparing silver nanoparticles with seed coat exudates of Celastrus paniculatus Willd, a medicinal plant traditionally used for the treatment of skin diseases, fever, leprosy and neurological disorders. HPTLC study revealed that aqueous, soluble seed coat exudates contain phenolics, alakaloids and flavonoids. The formation, crystalline nature and morphology of the nanoparticles were identified by UV–Vis spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction (XRD) analysis, Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and selected-area electron diffraction (SAED). Functional group stretching of aqueous soluble extracts was identified by using FTIR. Results revealed that nanosilver particles are spherical, range in size from 10 to 82 nm and crystalize in face-centered cubic structures. Surface-enhanced Raman spectra analysis showed that AgNP are capped with bioactive molecules from exudates and that they may act as precursors of the reduction of silver nitrate from the metallic state (Ag+) to the atomic state (Ag0). We also examined the minimal inhibitory concentration for bacteria Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis using a resazurin color assay. Nanosilver strongly inhibited the bacterial growth, leading to MIC values of 40µg/ml and 60µg/ml for the bacteria, respectively. The colony screening method and inhibition kinetics of biofilm formation in the Klebsiella pneumoniae strain were also studied using the tube method and a quantitative microplate assay. SEM analysis and quantification of the EPS revealed a fivefold decrease in concentration in treated compared to untreated. The inhibition response was duly reflected in SEM images.

Clinical efficacy of nanosilver and chlorhexidine in the treatment of plaque-induced gingivitis: a randomized controlled clinical trial

Aim: the present study aimed to assess the clinical efficacy of nanosilver (NS) mouthwash and compared with chlorhexidine (CHX) mouthwash for the treatment of plaque-induced gingivitis. materials and methods: sixty-two (28 males and 34 females) plaque-induced gingivitis patients were allocated into two groups and asked to rinse with 10ml of NS or CHX, immediately after brushing, for 1 min, in the morning and evening. the plaque, gingival, and papilla bleeding indices were taken at baseline, two weeks, and finally at four weeks for each patient. the statistical analysis between and within groups were performed using Mann-Whitney U-test and Wilcoxon signed rank test respectively. result: Intergroup comparison by Mann-Whitney U-test showed no statistically significant differences in the investigated groups at the baseline for all studied parameters. at 2 and 4 weeks follow up, the CHX group showed statistically significant lower plaque scores than the NS group (p<0.05). however, there is no statistically significant difference between NS and CHX groups for gingival and papilla bleeding scores (p>0.05). both groups showed statistically significant reductions in plaque, gingival and papilla bleeding scores after 2 weeks and 4 weeks of product use when compared to baseline (p<0.001). conclusion: both mouthwashes decreased plaque, gingival and papilla bleeding scores, however the reduction in plaque scores was higher for the CHX group compared to the NS group.

Efficacy of Nanosilver with Collagen Matrix Vs Povidone Iodine in Healing of Lower Limb Ulcers

Background: Wounds expose a patient to serious hazards like wound infection, tissue destruction, disfiguring and disabling scars. Use of nanosilver with collagen matrix in infected wounds, ulcers, diabetic wounds, burns reduced morbidity and hospital stay with its early wound healing effect. To evaluate the effect of nanosilver with collagen matrix V/s povidone iodine on similar types of wounds. Methods: This prospective study included one hundred patients with different types of wounds who attended Department of Surgery, index medical college & hospital, indore from January 2015 to January 2017. The patients were divided into two groups. Group A where topical management and dressing was done using nanotrix and group B where topical management and dressing was done using povidone iodine. Results: A standard grading in terms of percentage decrease in wound size, peri wound oedema/ erythema, pus discharge and percentage increase in granulation, fibrin and epithelisation was noted in various types of wounds in both groups. Nanotrix treated wounds showed significant reduction in inflammation and earlier healing than those treated with povidon iodine. Conclusion: Nanotrix application was found to be safe having no pain and allergic manifestation.

Effects of room curing polymethyl methacrylate with nano-silver on liver tissue and DNA damage of hepatic cells in mice / 吉林大学学报(医学版)

Objective: To study the effects of room curing polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) with nano-silver on the liver tissue and DNA damage of hepatic cells in the mice, and to evaluate the hepatotoxicity of the nanocomposites. Methods: A total of 40 male Kunming mice aged 6-8 weeks were divided into room curing PMMA with nano-silver groups (PMMA-NM groups, 72 h extract liquid, 1/2 72 h extract liquid, 1/4 72 h extract liquid), room curing PMMA groups (PMMA groups, 72 h extract liquid, 1/2 72 h extract liquid, 1/4 72 h extract liquid), negative control group, and positive control group (n=5). All mice were treated by gavage with test compounds at the beginning of experiment and 24 h and 45 h after experiment except the positive control agent, the mice in positive control group were treated with ethylmethylsulfone at 24 and 45 h after experiment, and the mice in negative control group were administrated with the same volume of normal saline by gavage. The eyeball blood of mice was collected for biochemistry analysis of liver 3 h after the final administration. The liver tissue was completely removed immediately after the mice were sacrificed and the organ coefficient was calculated. The percentage of tail DNA (%tail DNA), tail length (TL) and Olive tail moment (OTM) were detected by the in vivo comet assay, and the images were analyzed with analysis software of comet assay. Results: Compared with negative control group, the liver coefficient, the alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels in liver tissue of the mice in various experimental groups had no significant differences (P>0. 05); the % tail DNA, TL and OTM in PMMA-NM groups and PMMA groups had no significant differeces (P>0. 05). The % tail DNA, TL and OTM of the mice in positive control group were higher than those in negative control group (t= -40. 911, P0. 05). There were no significant differences of the % tail DNA, TL and OTM between PMMA-NM groups at different concentrations of extrat liquid (P>0. 05). Conclusion: Room curing PMMA with nano-silver doesn't have adverse effects on the liver and its function in the mice, and the results of comet assay indicates that the material has no genotoxicity, showing that the composite has good biocompatibility.

Incorporation of silver nanoparticles on the surface of orthodontic microimplants to achieve antimicrobial properties / 대한치과교정학회지

OBJECTIVE: Microbial aggregation around dental implants can lead to loss/loosening of the implants. This study was aimed at surface treating titanium microimplants with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) to achieve antibacterial properties. METHODS: AgNP-modified titanium microimplants (Ti-nAg) were prepared using two methods. The first method involved coating the microimplants with regular AgNPs (Ti-AgNP) and the second involved coating them with a AgNP-coated biopolymer (Ti-BP-AgNP). The topologies, microstructures, and chemical compositions of the surfaces of the Ti-nAg were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) equipped with energy-dispersive spectrometer (EDS) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). Disk diffusion tests using Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus sanguinis, and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans were performed to test the antibacterial activity of the Ti-nAg microimplants. RESULTS: SEM revealed that only a meager amount of AgNPs was sparsely deposited on the Ti-AgNP surface with the first method, while a layer of AgNP-coated biopolymer extended along the Ti-BP-AgNP surface in the second method. The diameters of the coated nanoparticles were in the range of 10 to 30 nm. EDS revealed 1.05 atomic % of Ag on the surface of the Ti-AgNP and an astounding 21.2 atomic % on the surface of the Ti-BP-AgNP. XPS confirmed the metallic state of silver on the Ti-BP-AgNP surface. After 24 hours of incubation, clear zones of inhibition were seen around the Ti-BP-AgNP microimplants in all three test bacterial culture plates, whereas no antibacterial effect was observed with the Ti-AgNP microimplants. CONCLUSIONS: Titanium microimplants modified with Ti-BP-AgNP exhibit excellent antibacterial properties, making them a promising implantable biomaterial.

Experimental and clinical study on negative pressure suction combined with nano-silver dressing for promoting healing of infected incision / 中国感染控制杂志

Objective To evaluate the advantage of homemade negative pressure device combined with nano-silver dressing for promoting the healing of infected incision in rats,and explore its clinical curative effect.Methods In-fected incision model rats were randomly divided into conventional treatment group,and simple pressure suction group,pressure suction combined with silver ion dressing group.The healing time and healing area of rats in each group after treatment were evaluated,immunohistochemical and fluorescent quantitative analysis of inflammatory factors in incisional wound tissue were performed.Three methods were applied to patients with surgical site infec-tion(SSI),granulation coverage time,granulation recovery time,and incision healing time of three groups of pa-tients were compared.Results Immunohistochemistry and its IOD value,the relative mRNA expression levels of TNF-α,IL-2,and IL-8 in rat wound tissue treated with pressure suction combined with silver ion dressing were all inferior to conventional treatment group and simple negative pressure suction group,difference was statistically sig-nificant (P < 0.05);in clinical application,wound healing time,postoperative C-reactive protein level,and pain as-sessment scores in patients treated with pressure suction combined with silver ion dressing were all superior to con-ventional treatment group and simple negative pressure suction group,difference were all statistically significant (all P < 0.05).Conclusion Compared with conventional treatment method,pressure suction with silver ions dressing treatment can more effectively control SSI,reduce local inflammation of incision,and promote incision healing.

Bactericidal effect of nano-silver against E.faecalis growing in multi-species biofilm / 实用口腔医学杂志

Objective:To evaluate the bactericidal effects of nano-silver against Enterococcus faecalis(E.faecalis) growing in multi-species biofilm.Methods:85 biofilms were established using MBECTM P&G Assay with E.faecalis together with Fusobacterium nucleatum and P.melaninogenica.Thereafter,10 specimens were used as the controls,75 were randomly divided into 3 groups(n=25),and treated with 0.1% nano-silver (12-15 nm) solution,0.1% nano-silver (100 nm) solution and 2% hypochlorite solution,respectively.Each sample was then separated into 2 different tubes.PMA was added to one of the tubes,and the other was left untreated.Then,DNA extraction and qPCR were performed.The cycle threshold(Ct) values between samples were compared by paired t test.Results:The Ct values of the samples treated with PMA were higher than that without PMA(P=0.000) in the group of 0.1% nano-silver solution(12-15 nm)was higher than that in the group of 0.1% nano-silver solution(100 nm)and 2% sodium hypochlorite solution.(P<0.05);the value in the group of 0.1% nano-silver solution(100 nm)was larger than that in 2% sodium hypochlorite solution(P<0.05).Conclusion:0.1% nano silver solution might have a strong bactericidal effect against against E.faecalis growing in multi-species biofilm.The bactericidal effect may be enhanced with the small size of silver particles.

Experimental and clinical study on negative pressure suction combined with nano-silver dressing for promoting healing of infected incision / 中国感染控制杂志

Objective To evaluate the advantage of homemade negative pressure device combined with nano-silver dressing for promoting the healing of infected incision in rats,and explore its clinical curative effect.Methods In-fected incision model rats were randomly divided into conventional treatment group,and simple pressure suction group,pressure suction combined with silver ion dressing group.The healing time and healing area of rats in each group after treatment were evaluated,immunohistochemical and fluorescent quantitative analysis of inflammatory factors in incisional wound tissue were performed.Three methods were applied to patients with surgical site infec-tion(SSI),granulation coverage time,granulation recovery time,and incision healing time of three groups of pa-tients were compared.Results Immunohistochemistry and its IOD value,the relative mRNA expression levels of TNF-α,IL-2,and IL-8 in rat wound tissue treated with pressure suction combined with silver ion dressing were all inferior to conventional treatment group and simple negative pressure suction group,difference was statistically sig-nificant (P < 0.05);in clinical application,wound healing time,postoperative C-reactive protein level,and pain as-sessment scores in patients treated with pressure suction combined with silver ion dressing were all superior to con-ventional treatment group and simple negative pressure suction group,difference were all statistically significant (all P < 0.05).Conclusion Compared with conventional treatment method,pressure suction with silver ions dressing treatment can more effectively control SSI,reduce local inflammation of incision,and promote incision healing.

The effects of thermocycling on the tensile bond strength of silicone denture liner incorporated with silver-nano-particles / 实用口腔医学杂志

16 standered acrylic resin blocks with silicone resilient denture liner(10 mm ×8 mm ×3 mm)incorporated with nano-silver par-ticles at 5% (m/m,by dry wet)in-between were prepared.8 blocks were immersed in distilled water for 24 h at 37 ℃ as the controls (group 1).Another 8 were thermocycled for 4 000 cycles(group 2).16 acrylic resin bars were thermal cycled for 4 000 cycles.Then they were processed exactly as the control group (group 3).Tensile bond strength of the specimens was measured by a universal testing machine. The bond strength values(MPa)of group 1,2 and 3 were 2.683 ±0.435,2.179 ±0.633 and 1.460 ±0.566 respectively(group 1 vs 2,P>0.05;group 3 vs 1 or 2,P<0.05).The failure mode of the blocks in group 1 and 2 was mainly cohesive failure,in group 3 adhesion fail-ure.

Effect of Recombinant Human Granulocyte∕macrophage Colony_stimulating Factor and Nano_silver on Neovascularization in Healing Process of Skin with Deep II Degree Burn / 医药导报

Objective To obserVe the effect of recombinant human granulocyte∕macroPhage colony stimulating factor ( rhGM_CSF) and nano_silVer as treatment for skin with deeP II degree burn. Methods DeeP II degree burn Wistar rat model was established. The rats were randomly diVided into three grouPs,Petrolatum treatment grouP (grouP A,n=30),nano_silVer treatment grouP (grouP B,n=30),and rhGM_CSF treatment grouP (grouP C,n=30). The Pathological changes of wound of the three grouPs were obserVed 1,4,7,10,14 and 21 days after the treatment. The concentration of VEGF in serums was measured with ELISA. The leVels of HIF_1α mRNA exPression were detected by RT_PCR. Results On day 10, neoVascularization deVeloPed in grouPs A, B and C. Healing rate of the wound was the highest in grouP C, lowest in grouP A, with significant differences among the three grouPs on day 14 and day 21 (P<0. 05). VEGF leVel Peaked on day 14 in grouP A,and on day 10 in grouPs B and C. There were significant differences in VEGF leVel on day 1 between grouP A and grouPs B,C,on day 7 between grouP A and grouP C,on day 10,14 and 21 among the three grouPs (P<0. 05),but no significant differences on day 4 among the three grouPs. Conclusion rhGM_CSF and nano_silVer treatment can accelerate neoVascularization of wound,and rhGM_CSF is better than nano_silVer.

Effect of recombinant human granulocyte/macrophage colonystimulating factor combined with nano-silver for deep burn degreen Ⅱ about treatment / 实用医学杂志

Objective To observe the effect of recombinant human granulocyte/macrophage colonystimulating factor (rhGM-CSF) combined with nano-silver for deep burn degreen Ⅱ. Methods The burn model were done with Wistar rats. They were randomly divided into four groups , group A (n = 30): petrolatum treatment, group B(n = 30): nano-silver treatment, group C(n = 30): rhGM-CSF treatment, and group D(n =30): rhGM-CSF combined with nano-silver treatment. The healing rates of the four groups were observed on postburn day 1, 4, 7, 10, 14, 21. Meanwhile the levels of VEGF and EGF in serums were measured with ELISA. Results All groups started to heal on postburn day 10. Group A had inflammation obviously , and group D moderately. There were significant difference in the healing retes on postburn day 10 , 14, 21 between four groups (P < 0.05). The level of VEGF in group A peaked on postburn day 21 (25.76 ± 1.46)pg/mL, but the levels of VEGF in group B, group C and group D peaked on postburn day 14[(29.73 ± 1.58)pg/mL, (38.91 ± 2.38)pg/mL, (43.54 ± 1.28)pg/mL]. On postburn day 4, 7, 10, 14, 21, there were significant difference(P <0.05). The level of EGF peaked on postburn day 21 in all groups [(0.72 ± 0.14)ng/mL, (0.93 ± 0.13)ng/mL, (1.18 ± 0.16)ng/mL, (1.50 ± 0.15)ng/mL]. There were significant difference on postburn day 7, 10, 14, 21 between four groups (P < 0.05). Conclusions rhGM-CSF combined with nano-silver treatment could promote wound healing, and be better than rhGM-CSF and nano-silver singly.

Topical effectiveness of different concentrations of nanosilver solution on Leishmania major lesions in Balb/c mice.

Background & objectives: Cutaneous leishmaniasis is an infection caused by protozoan genus Leishmania. Although glucantime is commonly used for the treatment of leishmaniasis, it has some side effects including increased liver enzymes and electrocardiogram changes. In addition, the drug is expensive, the injection is painful, and research shows that resistance of parasite to glucantime is growing in different parts of the world. Therefore, scientists are paying more attention to develop new drugs such as nanosilver solution. The present study is an attempt to evaluate the in vivo topical effects of different concentrations of nanosilver solution in the treatment of leishmaniasis lesions. Methods: In all, 90 female Balb/c mice aged 6–8 wk were infected with 2×106 viable stationary-phase promastigotes in the base of tail. Different concentrations (60, 80, 120, 130 and 2000 ppm) nanosilver solution were used in the present study to test the efficacy in the treatment of lesions. Clinical control of the infection trends was conducted weekly for 5 wk by measuring lesion diameter with standard Kulis-Vernieh. Data were analyzed by paired t-test, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Tukey test. Results: Mean lesion diameter pre- and post-treatment did not significantly differ between different treatment groups (p >0.05). Likewise, a significant difference in splenic parasite load was also not observed between different treatment groups. Interpretation & conclusion: Based on our results, different concentrations of nanosilver are ineffective in reducing mean sizes of lesions.

The Effect of Nano-Silver on Allergic Rhinitis Model in Mice

OBJECTIVES: Silver has long been known as a strong antimicrobial and disinfectant. Several types of nano-silver coated products have been developed. However, the antimicrobial and disinfectant characteristics of nano-silver have not been well studied. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of nano-silver on allergic inflammation in a mouse model. METHODS: Female BALB/C mice were sensitized by intraperitoneal injection of ovalbumin (OVA) and aluminium hydroxide on days 0, 7, 14, and 21. Mice were challenged with intranasal instillation of OVA. Nano-silver was also administered nasally prior to intranasal instillation of OVA. Severity of allergic rhinitis was assessed according to nasal symptoms, serum OVA-specific IgE level, interleukin (IL)-4, IL-10, and interferon (INF)-gamma levels in nasal lavage fluid. Hematoxylin-eosin stain and periodic acid-Schiff stain were performed for evaluation of histological change. RESULTS: Nano-silver attenuated manifestation of nasal symptoms in sensitized mice and inhibited production of OVA-specific IgE, IL-4, and IL-10, however, it had no effect on INF-gamma level. In addition, the degree of inflammatory cell infiltration and goblet cell hyperplasia was attenuated by nano-silver. CONCLUSION: These results suggest that nano-silver may effectively reduce allergic inflammation in a mouse model of allergic rhinitis. Through its properties as an anti-inflammatory agent, nano-silver may be a useful therapeutic strategy.

The Effect of Nano-Silver Liquid against the White Rot of the Green Onion Caused by Sclerotium cepivorum

White rot, which is caused by Sclerotium cepivorum, is a lethal disease affecting green onions. Three different types of nano-silver liquid (WA-CV-WA13B, WA-AT-WB13R, and WA-PR-WB13R) were tested in several different concentrations on three types of media to assess their antifungal activities. Results from in vitro experiments showed that all three of the nano-silver liquids had more than 90% inhibition rates at a concentration of 7 ppm. Greenhouse experiments revealed that all of the nano-silver liquids increased biomass and dry weights, and there were minimal changes in the population of various bacteria and fungi from the soil of greenhouse-cultivated green onions. In addition, a soil chemical analysis showed that there were minimal changes in soil composition.

Medical Antibiotic Nanosilver Dressings Using for Wound Covering after Circumcision for Phimosis / 中华医院感染学杂志

OBJECTIVE To study the results of medical antibiotic dressings-nanosilver using for the wound covering after circumcision for phimosis.METHODS Two hundred patients were randomly classified into two groups,test and control groups.For the patients of test group,the wounds were covered with nanosilver dressing moist with normal saline.For the patients of control one,the wounds were covered with vaseline dressings.The exudation,pain sensation and healing conditions were compared.RESULTS There was a decreased pain sensation in the test group.The nanosilver dressings were more easily to be removed from the wounds with little exudation and pain for the patients comparing with the controls(P

Antimicrobial Effects of Nanosilver-Coated Gauze on Pathogenic Bacteria Causing Skin Infection / 대한피부과학회지

BACKGROUND: The wound healing process is delayed by bacterial infection. Thus, proper prevention and treatment of infection are very important parts of wound healing. Silver has been used for wound dressing material due to its antimicrobial activities. Recently, a new nanochemistry technique made silver particles <20 nm in diameter, and this nanocrystalline silver can be used for dressing material. However, the antimicrobial effects of Nanosilver-coated gauze for bacterial skin infections are not well known. OBJECTIVE: We investigated the antimicrobial activities of 3 Nanosilver-coated gauzes (1500A, 800A and 100A) against known pathogens: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA), Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa). METHODS: The antimicrobial effects of Nanosilver-coated gauze on MSSA, MRSA and P. aeruginosa were tested using a disk diffusion method. RESULTS: Nanosilver-coated gauzes of 1500A and 800A thicknesses showed antimicrobial activities against MSSA, implying susceptibility, while the 100A Nanosilver-coated gauze showed intermediate activity. For MRSA and P. aeruginosa, 1500A Nanosilver-coated gauze showed antimicrobial activities, but 800A and 100A Nanosilver-coated gauzes were not effective. CONCLUSION: The results suggest that a 1500A thick Nanosilver-coated gauze has antimicrobial activities against MSSA, MRSA and P. aeruginosa in culture. Therefore, nanocrystalline silver may be a promising alternative dressing material for successful control of cutaneous infections.