血清γ-谷氨酰转移酶与冠心病影响因素及血管病变严重程度的相关性研究

目的:探究血清γ-谷氨酰转移酶(GGT)水平与冠心病影响因素及患者血管病变严重程度之间的相关性。方法:选取2013年7月至2017年10月于我院经冠状动脉造影确诊为冠心病的61例患者为实验组,将其按照临床症状分为稳定性心绞痛组(下简称A组,20例)、不稳定性心绞痛组(下简称B组,21例)和急性心肌梗死组(下简称C组,20例),另选取同期于我院进行冠脉造影检查确诊为非冠心病的30例患者为对照组,检测和比较四组患者的空腹血糖(FBG)、总胆固醇(TC)、甘油三酯(TG)、收缩压(SBP)、舒张压(DBP)、尿酸等水平,而分析GGT与危险因素、冠脉Gensini评分的相关性。结果:(1)实验组患者血清FBG、TC、TG、SBP、DBP、尿酸水平均高于对照组患者,差异具有统计学意义(P0.05);(2)GGT水平与冠心病上述危险因素呈正相关性(r=0.236、0.351、0.316、0.239、0.301、0.395,P=0.035、0.000、0.000、0.034、0.001、0.000);(3)四组患者GGT及Gensini评分均按照C组B组A组对照组的趋势变化,且各组间对比差异具有统计学意义(P0.05);(4)冠心病患者血清GGT水平与Gensini评分呈正相关性(r=0.681,P=0.000)。结论:冠心病患者血清GGT水平与血清FBG、TC、TG、SBP、DBP、尿酸水平及血管病变的严重程度均呈显著正相关,其可能作为预测冠心病患者病变程度的参考指标。     

The Effect of Downy and Powdery Mildew on Grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) Leaf Gas Exchange

The impact of powdery (Uncinula necator) and downy mildew (Plasmopara viticola) on grapevine leaf gas exchange was analysed. Gas exchange measurements (assimilation A, transpiration E, stomatal conductance g_s, intercellular concentration of CO₂C_i) were made on three different leaf materials: (i) healthy tissue of diseased leaves, (ii) infected tissue of diseased leaves, (iii) healthy tissue of healthy leaves (control treatment). Using the same source of leaf tissue, photosynthetic pigment concentration (chlorophyll a, b) and fluorescence levels (minimal fluorescence F₀, maximal fluorescence F_m and the optimal quantum yield [F_m ? F₀]/F_m) were determined to explain the mechanism of action of the two diseases on leaf assimilation. The results indicated that powdery and downy mildew reduced the assimilation rates, not only through a reduction in green leaf area (visual lesions), but also through an influence on gas exchange of the remaining green leaf tissues, determining a ‘virtual lesion’. The ratios between virtual and visual lesions were higher in powdery mildewed leaves than in the downy mildewed leaves. The photosynthetic fluorescence level (F_v/F_m) was affected by neither of the two pathogens. The reduction in intercellular concentration of CO₂ and photosynthetic pigment may explain the lower assimilation rates in the healthy tissues of powdery and downy mildewed leaves respectively.     

Hypothalamic regulation of testicular function in Japanese quail

Summary Some of the components of the system that controls the function of the testes of the Japanese quail were identified by means of midline or bilateral electrolytic or radio-frequency coagulation of various regions of the hypothalamus. The destruction of two identifiable regions of the ventral hypothalamus resulted in different forms of testicular dysfunction. Extensive medial or bilateral damage to the infundibular nuclear complex, ventral regions thereof (including the tuberal nuclei), the entire median eminence or its posterior division resulted in regression of both the gametogenic and endocrine components of the testis and regression of the cloacal gland, an anal gland known to depend on testosterone for normal function. Damage to more anterodorsal regions of the infundibular nuclear complex resulted, in a single bird, in regression of the seminiferous tubules, but had no noticeable effect on the cells of Leydig; the cloacal gland of this bird, although reduced somewhat in size, appeared histologically active. Unilateral damage to the infundibular nuclear complex or the median eminence, or bilateral destruction of the antero—or posteroventral portions of the infundibular nuclear complex did not affect testicular function. The differing testicular dysfunctions are discussed in relation to the release of LH and FSH from the adenohypophysis.This investigation was supported by NIH Predoctoral Fellowship GM-33,458 to the author, and by Research Grants from the National Science Foundation (GB-11905) and the National Institutes of Health (NB-06187) to Professor Donald S. Farner. This paper is based on a dissertation (Stetson, 1971b) submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology at the University of Washington. The hormones used in this investigation were generously supplied by the Endocrinology Study Section of the National Institutes of Health.     

Effects of pectin-induced passive linkage of gastric H on the gastric acid secretion and on the development of ethanol- and salicylate-induced gastric mucosal lesions in rats

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of intragastrically given pectin-induced physicochemical properties and actions on active gastric acid secretion and on the development of ethanol- and aspirin-induced gastric mucosal lesions. The observations were carried out on CFY-strain rats, fasted for 24 h before the experiments with water ad libitum. The observations were carried out in two experimental series. A) The gastric mucosal lesions were produced by intragastrically given 96% ethanol or aspirin prepared with 0.2 M HCl. Different doses of pectin (100, 50 and 25 mg.kg^–1, respectively) were administered intragastrically 30 min before giving necrotizing agents. The number of gastric lesions was noted 1 h after the administration, while the severity of gastric mucosal lesions was scored by semi-quantitative scale. B) The effects of pectin were studied on the volume and H⁺ secretion of the stomach in 4-h pylorus-ligated rats. It has been found that: 1) the gastric mucosal lesions could be produced in 100% of rats by the application of both necrotizing agents. 2) Pectin in doses of 50–100 mg.kg^–1 increased the number of gastric mucosal lesions in both models, while no increase was produced by the application of 25-mg.kg^–1 dose. 3) The severity of mucosal lesions increased significantly after the administration of all doses of pectin. 4) The pectin-induced increase of gastric lesions (number) showed a dose-response effect. 5) The pectin produced a significant increase in the volume of gastric secretion and gastric H⁺ secretion. It has been concluded that: a) pectin-induced physicochemical changes are able to enhance the aggression to gastric mucosa produced by ethanol and aspirin; b) a positive correlation exists between the linkage of H⁺ to pectin and significant active metabolic response in the rat stomach; c) pectin alone stimulates the active metabolic process of the gastric H⁺ secretion.     

Can Lactobacillus spp. Be a Factor Reducing the Risk of Miscarriage?

Pregnancy loss is a common obstetric problem. Significant causes of miscarriage include genetic and epigenetic disorders of the embryo, immunological and endocrine factors, uterine malformations, improper embryo selection, and lifestyle. Perhaps a hitherto underappreciated cause of miscarriage may be an abnormal microbiota composition of the female reproductive system. Lactobacillus spp. is the most common bacteria within the reproductive tract. However, the protective role of Lactobacilli in the vagina has been well described in the literature, while it is still unknown what function Lactobacilli may have in the uterus. Moreover, new research shows that Lactobacillus spp. can have a role in miscarriage. However, both molecular and immunological mechanisms of host-Lactobacillus spp. interactions are not fully understood. Understanding these relationships will help address the importance and extent of the protective role of Lactobacillus spp. in miscarriage.     

Natural pathology of the captive chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes): A 35‐year review

We present the spontaneous pathological lesions identified as a result of necropsy or biopsy for 245 chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) over a 35‐year period. A review of the pathology database was performed for all diagnoses on chimpanzees from 1980 to 2014. All morphologic diagnoses, associated system, organ, etiology, and demographic information were reviewed and analyzed. Cardiomyopathy was the most frequent lesion observed followed by hemosiderosis, hyperplasia, nematodiasis, edema, and hemorrhage. The most frequently affected systems were the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, urogenital, respiratory, and lymphatic/hematopoietic systems. The most common etiology was undetermined, followed by degenerative, physiologic, neoplastic, parasitic, and bacterial. Perinatal and infant animals were mostly affected by physiologic etiologies and chimpanzee‐induced trauma. Bacterial and physiologic etiologies were more common in juvenile animals. Degenerative and physiologic (and neoplastic in geriatric animals) etiologies predominated in adult, middle aged, and geriatric chimpanzees.     

子宫腺肌病发病与干细胞关系的研究进展

子宫腺肌病(adenomyosis,AM)是一种常见的严重影响女性身心健康及女性生育并伴有恶性侵袭性的妇科良性疾病。以子宫内膜的腺体和间质异位至深部子宫肌层,并伴随相邻肌细胞增生和肥大为特征,其临床特点特殊,近期统计研究发现其发病率正逐渐升高,而且趋向年轻化。现有研究报道子宫腺肌发病涉及多方面的因素,但具体发病机制尚不明确。近期研究发现子宫内膜存在的基底层干细胞可能与子宫内膜随月经周期发生脱落、增殖相关,其功能紊乱可能导致子宫内膜增生异常性疾病包括子宫腺肌病的发生,子宫内膜干细胞侵入子宫肌层,在局部环境的诱导下增殖、分化或可形成子宫内膜的异位病灶。子宫内膜干细胞的研究可能为子宫腺肌病发病和治疗带来新的思路和希望。本文参考国内外文献,就近年来子宫腺肌病发病机制及与干细胞相关研究进展进行综述并提出展望。     

A novel pH‐controlled hydrogen sulfide donor protects gastric mucosa from aspirin‐induced injury

Hydrogen sulphide (H₂S) serves as a vital gastric mucosal defence under acid condition. Non‐steroidal anti‐inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are among widely prescribed medications with effects of antipyresis, analgesia and anti‐inflammation. However, their inappropriate use causes gastric lesions and endogenous H₂S deficiency. In this work, we reported the roles of a novel pH‐controlled H₂S donor (JK‐1) in NSAID‐related gastric lesions. We found that JK‐1 could release H₂S under mild acidic pH and increase solution pH value. Intragastrical administration of aspirin (ASP), one of NSAIDs, to mice elicited significant gastric lesions, evidenced by mucosal festering and bleeding. It also led to infiltration of inflammatory cells and resultant releases of IL‐6 and TNF‐α, as well as oxidative injury including myeloperoxidase (MPO) induction and GSH depletion. In addition, the ASP administration statistically inhibited H₂S generation in gastric mucosa, while up‐regulated cyclooxygenase (COX)‐2 and cystathionine gamma lyase (CSE) expression. Importantly, these adverse effects of ASP were prevented by the intragastrical pre‐administration of JK‐1. However, JK‐1 alone did not markedly alter the property of mouse stomachs. Furthermore, in vitro cellular experiments showed the exposure of gastric mucosal epithelial (GES‐1) cells to HClO, imitating MPO‐driven oxidative injury, decreased cell viability, increased apoptotic rate and damaged mitochondrial membrane potential, which were reversed by pre‐treatment with JK‐1. In conclusion, JK‐1 was proved to be an acid‐sensitive H₂S donor and could attenuate ASP‐related gastric lesions through reconstruction of endogenous gastric defence. This work indicates the possible treatment of adverse effects of NSAIDs with pH‐controlled H₂S donors in the future.