From January 2001 to January 2002, 50 patients of candidal vaginitis were treated by Kushen powder (KSP,苦参散) combined with Canesten as the treatment group, and controlled by a control group including another 50 pat...From January 2001 to January 2002, 50 patients of candidal vaginitis were treated by Kushen powder (KSP,苦参散) combined with Canesten as the treatment group, and controlled by a control group including another 50 patients treated with Canesten alone. The therapeutic results were satisfactory and reported as follows.展开更多
This study examines the neuroprotective effects and mechanisms of action of total saponins from Rubus parvifolius L. （TSRP） on focal cerebral ischemia and reperfusion injury in rats. Focal cerebral ischemia and repe...This study examines the neuroprotective effects and mechanisms of action of total saponins from Rubus parvifolius L. （TSRP） on focal cerebral ischemia and reperfusion injury in rats. Focal cerebral ischemia and reperfusion injury was performed in rats using the suture method. The results indicate that intragastric injection of TSRP, at 5, 10 and 20 mg/kg, could decrease neurological impairment, reduce cerebral infarct volume, diminish pathological changes, and significantly inhibit the apoptosis of neurons surrounding the ischemic area. In addition, TSRP upregulated the expression of the anti-apoptotic factor Bcl-2, at the protein and mRNA levels, and it downregulated the expression of the pro-apoptotic factor Bax, at the protein and mlRNA levels. These findings indicate that TSRP protects against cerebral ischemia/reperfusion injury, and that it may do so by regulating the expression of Bcl-2 and Bax.展开更多
BACKGROUND No guideline recommends antiviral therapy for hepatitis B e antigen(HBeAg)-positive chronic hepatitis B patients with persistently normal alanine aminotransferase levels and a high hepatitis B virus(HBV)DNA...BACKGROUND No guideline recommends antiviral therapy for hepatitis B e antigen(HBeAg)-positive chronic hepatitis B patients with persistently normal alanine aminotransferase levels and a high hepatitis B virus(HBV)DNA viral load.AIM To evaluate the feasibility and safety of a Chinese herbal formula as a therapeutic option for chronic HBV infection.METHODS In total,395 patients(30–65 years old)with confirmed HBeAg-positive chronic hepatitis B infection and persistently normal alanine aminotransferase were randomized to receive either Chinese herbal formula or placebo for 96 wk.Endpoints to evaluate therapeutic efficacy included:(1)HBV DNA levels decreased to less than 4 log10 IU/mL at weeks 48 and 96;and(2)HBeAg clearance and seroconversion rates at weeks 48 and 96.RESULTS HBV DNA levels≤4 log10 IU/mL were 10.05%at week 48 and 18.59%at week 96 in the treatment group.The HBeAg clearance and conversion rates were 8.54%and 8.04%at week 48 and 16.08%and 14.57%at week 96,respectively.However,HBV DNA levels≤4 log10 IU/mL were 2.55%and 2.55%at weeks 48 and 96,respectively,and the HBeAg clearance rates were 3.06%and 5.61%at weeks 48 and 96,respectively,in the control group.The quantitative hepatitis B surface antigen and HBeAg levels at baseline and changes during the treatment period as well as the alanine aminotransferase elevation at weeks 12 and 24 were strong predictors of HBeAg clearance.CONCLUSION High rates of HBV DNA reduction,HBeAg clearance and seroconversion could be achieved with Chinese herbal formula treatments,and the treatments were relatively safe for HBeAg-positive chronic hepatitis B-infected patients with persistently normal alanine aminotransferase.The ability of the compound to modulate host immune function probably contributed to this effect.展开更多
Objective: To investigate a new method of combined laparoscopy with Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) in treating endometrial ovarian cyst. Methods: One hundred and fifty two patients with endometrial ovarian cyst were r...Objective: To investigate a new method of combined laparoscopy with Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) in treating endometrial ovarian cyst. Methods: One hundred and fifty two patients with endometrial ovarian cyst were randomly divided into 3 groups treated with three therapies: combined laparoscopy with CHM (combination group), CHM (TCM group) and danazol (WM group). To compare the clinical efficacy and side effects shown by the three groups and to elucidate the therapeutic mechanism by detecting the serum CA 125 reproductive endocrine hormone, plasma prostaglandin F 2α , prostaglandin E 2 etc. Results: The shrinking rate, disappearance rate of the cysts and markedly effective rate in the combination group were obviously higher than those in the TCM group and WM group ( P <0.05, P <0.01). The pregnancy rate of combination group was also higher than that of the WM group ( P <0.05). Few side effects constituted the most prominent advantage for the combination group and TCM group. After treatment, the plasma prostaglandin F 1α lowered remarkably, serum progesterone increased and CA 125 reduced obviously ( P <0.01, P <0.05). Conclusion: The laparoscopy and CHM combination therapy is a new method in treating endometrial ovarian cyst which has significant efficacy, minimal adverse effect and maximal preservation of reproductive function.展开更多
This paper reports one case of successful pregnancy in the assistance of acupuncture therapy for regulating menstruation and promoting pregnancy and the periodic intervention with Chinese herbal medicine in a 41-year-...This paper reports one case of successful pregnancy in the assistance of acupuncture therapy for regulating menstruation and promoting pregnancy and the periodic intervention with Chinese herbal medicine in a 41-year-old patient with infertility.The patient suffered from 11 failures in the assisted reproductive technique during 3 years.This case suggests that the combined treatment with acupuncture for regulating menstruation and promoting pregnancy and the periodic intervention with Chinese herbal medicine increase the levels of follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH)and estradiol(E2),improve the oocyte quality and the uterine environment.This therapeutic method plays a positive auxiliary role in the whole process of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer(IVF-ET)and it can be adopted as an intervention for patients with multiple assisted reproductive failures.展开更多
Blue rubber bleb nevus syndrome (BRBNS) is a rare congenital disorder characterized by multifocal venous malformations. The malformations are most prominent in the skin, soft tissues, gastrointestinal tract, and, less...Blue rubber bleb nevus syndrome (BRBNS) is a rare congenital disorder characterized by multifocal venous malformations. The malformations are most prominent in the skin, soft tissues, gastrointestinal tract, and, less often, in other internal organs. A patient may have from several to hundreds of hemangiomas and treatment of BRBNS is mainly symptomatic. We report a unique case of BRBNS typically with skin hemangiomas, iron deficiency anemia and an episode of internal hemorrhage in such a patient, who was treated effectively by Chinese herbal medicine without any complication.展开更多
Objective:To observe the effect of Yangyin Humo Decoction(养阴护膜饮,YHD)on oral mucomembranous reaction in patients with head-neck tumor undergoing radiotherapy.Methods:Fortytwo patients with head-neck tumor undergoi...Objective:To observe the effect of Yangyin Humo Decoction(养阴护膜饮,YHD)on oral mucomembranous reaction in patients with head-neck tumor undergoing radiotherapy.Methods:Fortytwo patients with head-neck tumor undergoing radiotherapy were randomized equally into two groups.The conventional Western medical treatment was administered to all,including intravenous dripping of 2%lidocaine 20 mL,dexamethasone 5 mg,gentamycin 80 000 units,vitamin B_(12) 5 mg,dissolved in saline 250 mL,and 5% sodium bicarbonate solution ...展开更多
文摘From January 2001 to January 2002, 50 patients of candidal vaginitis were treated by Kushen powder (KSP,苦参散) combined with Canesten as the treatment group, and controlled by a control group including another 50 patients treated with Canesten alone. The therapeutic results were satisfactory and reported as follows.
文摘This study examines the neuroprotective effects and mechanisms of action of total saponins from Rubus parvifolius L. （TSRP） on focal cerebral ischemia and reperfusion injury in rats. Focal cerebral ischemia and reperfusion injury was performed in rats using the suture method. The results indicate that intragastric injection of TSRP, at 5, 10 and 20 mg/kg, could decrease neurological impairment, reduce cerebral infarct volume, diminish pathological changes, and significantly inhibit the apoptosis of neurons surrounding the ischemic area. In addition, TSRP upregulated the expression of the anti-apoptotic factor Bcl-2, at the protein and mRNA levels, and it downregulated the expression of the pro-apoptotic factor Bax, at the protein and mlRNA levels. These findings indicate that TSRP protects against cerebral ischemia/reperfusion injury, and that it may do so by regulating the expression of Bcl-2 and Bax.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81174263National Science and Technology Major Project during the 12th Five-year Plan Period,No.2012ZX1005006+1 种基金Sanming Project of Medicine in Shenzhen,Guangdong Province,China,No.SZSM201612074and Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangdong Province,China,No.2017A020213016.
文摘BACKGROUND No guideline recommends antiviral therapy for hepatitis B e antigen(HBeAg)-positive chronic hepatitis B patients with persistently normal alanine aminotransferase levels and a high hepatitis B virus(HBV)DNA viral load.AIM To evaluate the feasibility and safety of a Chinese herbal formula as a therapeutic option for chronic HBV infection.METHODS In total,395 patients(30–65 years old)with confirmed HBeAg-positive chronic hepatitis B infection and persistently normal alanine aminotransferase were randomized to receive either Chinese herbal formula or placebo for 96 wk.Endpoints to evaluate therapeutic efficacy included:(1)HBV DNA levels decreased to less than 4 log10 IU/mL at weeks 48 and 96;and(2)HBeAg clearance and seroconversion rates at weeks 48 and 96.RESULTS HBV DNA levels≤4 log10 IU/mL were 10.05%at week 48 and 18.59%at week 96 in the treatment group.The HBeAg clearance and conversion rates were 8.54%and 8.04%at week 48 and 16.08%and 14.57%at week 96,respectively.However,HBV DNA levels≤4 log10 IU/mL were 2.55%and 2.55%at weeks 48 and 96,respectively,and the HBeAg clearance rates were 3.06%and 5.61%at weeks 48 and 96,respectively,in the control group.The quantitative hepatitis B surface antigen and HBeAg levels at baseline and changes during the treatment period as well as the alanine aminotransferase elevation at weeks 12 and 24 were strong predictors of HBeAg clearance.CONCLUSION High rates of HBV DNA reduction,HBeAg clearance and seroconversion could be achieved with Chinese herbal formula treatments,and the treatments were relatively safe for HBeAg-positive chronic hepatitis B-infected patients with persistently normal alanine aminotransferase.The ability of the compound to modulate host immune function probably contributed to this effect.
文摘Objective: To investigate a new method of combined laparoscopy with Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) in treating endometrial ovarian cyst. Methods: One hundred and fifty two patients with endometrial ovarian cyst were randomly divided into 3 groups treated with three therapies: combined laparoscopy with CHM (combination group), CHM (TCM group) and danazol (WM group). To compare the clinical efficacy and side effects shown by the three groups and to elucidate the therapeutic mechanism by detecting the serum CA 125 reproductive endocrine hormone, plasma prostaglandin F 2α , prostaglandin E 2 etc. Results: The shrinking rate, disappearance rate of the cysts and markedly effective rate in the combination group were obviously higher than those in the TCM group and WM group ( P <0.05, P <0.01). The pregnancy rate of combination group was also higher than that of the WM group ( P <0.05). Few side effects constituted the most prominent advantage for the combination group and TCM group. After treatment, the plasma prostaglandin F 1α lowered remarkably, serum progesterone increased and CA 125 reduced obviously ( P <0.01, P <0.05). Conclusion: The laparoscopy and CHM combination therapy is a new method in treating endometrial ovarian cyst which has significant efficacy, minimal adverse effect and maximal preservation of reproductive function.
基金Supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Public Welfare Research Institutes:no.201814006
文摘This paper reports one case of successful pregnancy in the assistance of acupuncture therapy for regulating menstruation and promoting pregnancy and the periodic intervention with Chinese herbal medicine in a 41-year-old patient with infertility.The patient suffered from 11 failures in the assisted reproductive technique during 3 years.This case suggests that the combined treatment with acupuncture for regulating menstruation and promoting pregnancy and the periodic intervention with Chinese herbal medicine increase the levels of follicle-stimulating hormone(FSH)and estradiol(E2),improve the oocyte quality and the uterine environment.This therapeutic method plays a positive auxiliary role in the whole process of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer(IVF-ET)and it can be adopted as an intervention for patients with multiple assisted reproductive failures.
文摘Blue rubber bleb nevus syndrome (BRBNS) is a rare congenital disorder characterized by multifocal venous malformations. The malformations are most prominent in the skin, soft tissues, gastrointestinal tract, and, less often, in other internal organs. A patient may have from several to hundreds of hemangiomas and treatment of BRBNS is mainly symptomatic. We report a unique case of BRBNS typically with skin hemangiomas, iron deficiency anemia and an episode of internal hemorrhage in such a patient, who was treated effectively by Chinese herbal medicine without any complication.
基金Supported by the Science and Technology Development Program of Suzhou City(SZD0824)
文摘Objective:To observe the effect of Yangyin Humo Decoction(养阴护膜饮,YHD)on oral mucomembranous reaction in patients with head-neck tumor undergoing radiotherapy.Methods:Fortytwo patients with head-neck tumor undergoing radiotherapy were randomized equally into two groups.The conventional Western medical treatment was administered to all,including intravenous dripping of 2%lidocaine 20 mL,dexamethasone 5 mg,gentamycin 80 000 units,vitamin B_(12) 5 mg,dissolved in saline 250 mL,and 5% sodium bicarbonate solution ...
