Background:Hypertrophic scars and keloids,common complications following median sternotomy for cardiac surgery,significantly impact patient quality of life due to their aesthetic and symptomatic burden.Recent advanceme...Background:Hypertrophic scars and keloids,common complications following median sternotomy for cardiac surgery,significantly impact patient quality of life due to their aesthetic and symptomatic burden.Recent advancements in laser therapy have made it a prominent option for managing these complex scars,yet a com-prehensive understanding of its efficacy is lacking.The aim of this scoping review is to explore the effects of laser therapy in managing hypertrophic scars and keloids after median sternotomy.Methods:This scoping review ana-lyzed studies up to February 2024 from databases including PubMed,EMBASE,CINAHL,Scopus,Web of Science,and the Cochrane Library.We included any study that assessed laser therapy’s effects on hypertrophic scars and keloids following median sternotomy.Studies were selected based on predefined inclusion criteria with-out publication year,design,or origin restrictions.Results:Six studies met the inclusion criteria,involving a total offive RCTs and one review.These studies primarily tested 585 and 595-nm pulsed dye laser(PDL)treatments,focusing on scar appearance,patient symptoms,and treatment satisfaction.Most studies reported significant improvements in scar height reduction and patient symptom relief after treatment,with mixed results for scar erythema and elasticity.Adverse events were generally mild and transient.Conclusions:Laser therapy offers a beneficial approach for improving the appearance and symptoms of hypertrophic scars and keloids post-median sternotomy.However,further research is necessary to optimize treatment parameters and explore the long-term psychosocial impacts of this therapy.This review highlights the need for more comprehensive studies to establish standardized treatment protocols and evaluate their effectiveness.展开更多
Backgrounds Clinical trials have demonstrated that cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is effective in patients with "non-is- chemic cardiomyopathy". However, patients with dilated-phase hypertrophic cardiomyo...Backgrounds Clinical trials have demonstrated that cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is effective in patients with "non-is- chemic cardiomyopathy". However, patients with dilated-phase hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (DHCM) have been generally excluded from such trials. We aimed to compare the clinical outcome of CRT in patients with DHCM, idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (IDCM), or ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM). Methods A total of 312 consecutive patients (DHCM: n = 16; IDCM: n = 231; ICM: n = 65) undergoing CRT in Fuwai hospital were studied respectively. Response to CRT was defmed as reduction in left ventricular end-systolic volume (LVESV) _〉 15% at 6-month follow-up. Results Compared with DHCM, IDCM was associated with a lower total mortality (HR: 0.35, 95% CI: 0.13-0.90), cardiac mortality (HR: 0.29; 95% CI: 0.11-0.77), and total mortality or heart failure (HF) hospitalizations (HR: 0.34, 95% CI: 0.17-0.69), independent of known confounders. Compared with DHCM, the total mortality, cardiac mortality and total mortality or HF hospitalizations favored ICM but were not statistically significant (HR: 0.59, 95% CI: 0.22-1.61; HR: 0.59, 95% CI: 0.21-1.63; HR: 0.54, 95% CI: 0.26-1.15; respectively). Response rate to CRT was lower in the DHCM group than the other two groups although the differences didn't reach statistical significance. Conclusions Compared with IDCM, DHCM was associated with a worse outcome after CRT. The clinical outcome of DHCM patients receiving CRT was similar to or even worse than that of ICM patients. These indicate that DHCM behaves very differently after CRT.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the effect of 5-aminolevulinic(ALA)-photodynamic therapy(PDT) on the expressions of MMP-9, MMP-13 and TIMP-1 of hypertrophic scar model in rabbit ears, and analyze the possible therapeutic me...Objective: To investigate the effect of 5-aminolevulinic(ALA)-photodynamic therapy(PDT) on the expressions of MMP-9, MMP-13 and TIMP-1 of hypertrophic scar model in rabbit ears, and analyze the possible therapeutic mechanisms of ALA-PDT treatment to hypertrophic scars of rabbit ears. Methods: The experimental animals were randomly divided into normal control, negative control, high concentration of ALA-PDT, low concentration of ALA-PDT and PDT groups. The latter three groups received ALA-PDT treatment or PDT treatment once a week for 3 weeks. The specimens of the rabbits were collected respectively 1, 2 and 3 months after treatment to be used for RT-PCR and Western-blot test. Results: 1, 2 and 3 months after PDT treatment, the expressions of MMP-9 and MMP-13(including mRNA and protein) in hypertrophic scar tissues of three treatment groups were significantly higher than those of the negative control group(P<0.01), and the expression of TIMP-1 mRNA and protein of three treatment groups were significantly lower than that of the negative control group(P<0.01). There were also significant differences between high-concentration ALA-PDT treatment group and the low one(P<0.05). Conclusion: ALA-PDT is effective in treating hypertrophic scars of rabbit ears, and its possible therapeutic mechanisms are that ALA-PDT treatment generates oxidation activation effect to activate the activity of MMPs and induces the photoaging of fibroblasts of hypertrophic scar tissues of rabbit ears to inhibit the activity of TIMPs, which causes the up-regulation of MMPs and the down-regulation of TIMPs. Because of this, the degradation of collagen and ECM is accelerated and the formation of scars is suppressed.展开更多
Pathological scarring and scleroderma,which are the most common conditions of skin fibrosis,pathologically manifest as fibroblast proliferation and extracellular matrix(ECM)hyperplasia.Fibroblast proliferation and ECM...Pathological scarring and scleroderma,which are the most common conditions of skin fibrosis,pathologically manifest as fibroblast proliferation and extracellular matrix(ECM)hyperplasia.Fibroblast proliferation and ECM hyperplasia lead to fibrotic tissue remodeling,causing an exaggerated and prolonged wound-healing response.The pathogenesis of these diseases has not been fully clarified and is unfortunately accompanied by exceptionally high medical needs and poor treatment effects.Currently,a promising and relatively low-cost treatment has emerged-adipose-derived stem cell(ASC)therapy as a branch of stem cell therapy,including ASCs and their derivatives-purified ASC,stromal vascular fraction,ASC-conditioned medium,ASC exosomes,etc.,which are rich in sources and easy to obtain.ASCs have been widely used in therapeutic settings for patients,primarily for the defection of soft tissues,such as breast enhancement and facial contouring.In the field of skin regeneration,ASC therapy has become a hot research topic because it is beneficial for reversing skin fibrosis.The ability of ASCs to control profibrotic factors as well as anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory actions will be discussed in this review,as well as their new applications in the treatment of skin fibrosis.Although the long-term effect of ASC therapy is still unclear,ASCs have emerged as one of the most promising systemic antifibrotic therapies under development.展开更多
Background Pressure therapy improves hypertrophic scar healing, but the mechanisms for this process are not well understood. We sought to investigate the differential expression of matrix metalloproteinases (Mmps) a...Background Pressure therapy improves hypertrophic scar healing, but the mechanisms for this process are not well understood. We sought to investigate the differential expression of matrix metalloproteinases (Mmps) and collagen in post- traumatic hypertrophic scar tissue with mechanical pressure and delineate the molecular mechanisms of pressure therapy for hypertrophic scars. Methods Fibroblast lines of normal skin and scar tissue were established and a mechanical pressure system was devised to simulate pressure therapy. Reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and Western blotting assays were used to compare differences in the mRNA and protein expression of Mmps and collagen in scar fibroblasts before and after pressure therapy. Results The expression differed between the hypertrophic scar cell line and the normal cell line. RT-PCR assays showed that Collagen I, highly expressed in the hypertrophic scar cell line, decreased significantly after pressure therapy. Mmp2, Mmp9, and Mmp12 expression in the hypertrophic scar tissue increased significantly after pressure therapy (P 〈0.05). Western blotting assays further revealed that Mmp9 and Mmp12 expression increased significantly in the hypertrophic scar tissue after pressure therapy (P 〈0.05) but not Mmp2 expression (P 〉0.05). Conclusion Mechanical pressure induces degradation of Collagen I in hypertrophic scar tissue by affecting the expression of Mmp9 and Mmp12.展开更多
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy(HCM)is the most common inherited heart disease and is characterized by primary left ventricular hypertrophy usually caused by mutations in sarcomere genes.The mechanism underlying cardiac r...Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy(HCM)is the most common inherited heart disease and is characterized by primary left ventricular hypertrophy usually caused by mutations in sarcomere genes.The mechanism underlying cardiac remodeling in HCM remains incompletely understood.An investigation of HCM through integrative analysis at multi-omics levels will be helpful for treating HCM.DNA methylation and chromatin accessibility,as well as gene expression,were assessed by nucleosome occupancy and methylome sequencing(NOMe-seq)and RNA-seq,respectively,using the cardiac tissues of HCM patients.Compared with those of the controls,the transcriptome,DNA methylome,and chromatin accessibility of the HCM myocardium showed multifaceted differences.At the transcriptome level,HCM hearts returned to the fetal gene program through decreased sarcomeric and metabolic gene expression and increased extracellular matrix gene expression.In the DNA methylome,hypermethylated and hypomethylated differentially methylated regions were identified in HCM.At the chromatin accessibility level,HCM hearts showed changes in different genome elements.Several transcription factors,including SP1 and EGR1,exhibited a fetal-like pattern of binding motifs in nucleosome-depleted regions in HCM.In particular,the inhibition of SP1 or EGR1 in an HCM mouse model harboring sarcomere mutations markedly alleviated the HCM phenotype of the mutant mice and reversed fetal gene reprogramming.Overall,this study not only provides a high-precision multi-omics map of HCM heart tissue but also sheds light on the therapeutic strategy by intervening in the fetal gene reprogramming in HCM.展开更多
Fabry disease (FD) is a rare X-linked lysosomal accumulation disorder caused by a deficiency in the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A (Gal A), resulting in excessive storage of glycosphingolipids, particularly globotriaosy...Fabry disease (FD) is a rare X-linked lysosomal accumulation disorder caused by a deficiency in the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A (Gal A), resulting in excessive storage of glycosphingolipids, particularly globotriaosylceramide (Gb3). This leads to cellular dysfunction in various organs, with cardiovascular compromise being the major cause of morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of FD focusing on its genetic, epidemiological, clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects. This study explored the genetic mutations associated with FD, its epidemiology, clinical phenotypes, cardiac manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and current treatment options. Background: FD is caused by mutations in GLA on the X chromosome, with over 1000 identified variants. Neonatal screening and specific studies have shown an increased incidence of FD. The clinical presentation varies between classic and late phenotypes, with cardiac involvement being a major concern, particularly in late-onset FD. Purpose: This study aimed to summarize the current knowledge on FD, emphasizing cardiac involvement, diagnostic modalities, and treatment options. Methods: A literature review of relevant studies on FD, including genetics, epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment options, was conducted. Results: Cardiac manifestations of FD included left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), heart failure, arrhythmias, and sudden death. Diagnostic approaches such as electrocardiography, echocardiography, and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging play crucial roles in the early detection and monitoring of cardiac involvement. Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) and emerging treatments have shown promise in managing FD, although challenges remain. Conclusions: FD remains a challenging condition in cardiology, with under-diagnosis being a concern. Early detection and specific therapy are essential to improve patient outcomes. Echocardiography and cardiac MRI are valuable tools for diagnosis and follow-up. Despite the advances in treatment, accessibility remains an issue. More research is needed to deepen our understanding of FD and to improve therapeutic strategies.展开更多
Photodynamic therapy(PDT)is an emerging therapeutic strategy for hypertrophic scars(HS),which is heavily dependent on reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation.However,the unsatisfactory delivery and excitation of 5-amin...Photodynamic therapy(PDT)is an emerging therapeutic strategy for hypertrophic scars(HS),which is heavily dependent on reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation.However,the unsatisfactory delivery and excitation of 5-aminolevulinic acid(ALA,a commercial photosensitizer in dermatology)result in an insufficient ROS generation,and thus limit the clinical application of PDT treating HS(HS-PDT).Consequently,sophisticated transdermal co-delivery nanoethosomes(named A/A-ES)with ALA and Au nanotriangles(AuNTs)in cores are prepared via an in-situ seed-mediated growth method,and then applied to improve HS-PDT through localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)-enhanced ROS generation.A/A-ES display a satisfactory performance in co-delivery in HS tissue with sufficient protoporphyrin IX production and LSPR effect in cytoplasm,which is beneficial for ALA excitation as well as ROS generation.In vitrolvivo studies reveal that A/A-ES significantly improve HS-PDT in promoting to fibroblast apoptosis and collagen remodeling through LSPR-enhanced ROS generation.Therefore,this study provides a feasible strategy that integrates transdermal delivery and LSPR to enable the beneficial effects of HS-PDT through boosting the delivery and excitation of ALA.展开更多
Objective To compare the effects of septal ablation(SA)versus conservative medication(CM)on the hemodynamic,clinical status and survival in patients with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy(HOCM).Methods This retr...Objective To compare the effects of septal ablation(SA)versus conservative medication(CM)on the hemodynamic,clinical status and survival in patients with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy(HOCM).Methods This retrospective study included 350 consecutive patients with HOCM(mean age(51.3±13.5)years old)hospitalized in Anzhen Hospital between展开更多
文摘Background:Hypertrophic scars and keloids,common complications following median sternotomy for cardiac surgery,significantly impact patient quality of life due to their aesthetic and symptomatic burden.Recent advancements in laser therapy have made it a prominent option for managing these complex scars,yet a com-prehensive understanding of its efficacy is lacking.The aim of this scoping review is to explore the effects of laser therapy in managing hypertrophic scars and keloids after median sternotomy.Methods:This scoping review ana-lyzed studies up to February 2024 from databases including PubMed,EMBASE,CINAHL,Scopus,Web of Science,and the Cochrane Library.We included any study that assessed laser therapy’s effects on hypertrophic scars and keloids following median sternotomy.Studies were selected based on predefined inclusion criteria with-out publication year,design,or origin restrictions.Results:Six studies met the inclusion criteria,involving a total offive RCTs and one review.These studies primarily tested 585 and 595-nm pulsed dye laser(PDL)treatments,focusing on scar appearance,patient symptoms,and treatment satisfaction.Most studies reported significant improvements in scar height reduction and patient symptom relief after treatment,with mixed results for scar erythema and elasticity.Adverse events were generally mild and transient.Conclusions:Laser therapy offers a beneficial approach for improving the appearance and symptoms of hypertrophic scars and keloids post-median sternotomy.However,further research is necessary to optimize treatment parameters and explore the long-term psychosocial impacts of this therapy.This review highlights the need for more comprehensive studies to establish standardized treatment protocols and evaluate their effectiveness.
文摘Backgrounds Clinical trials have demonstrated that cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is effective in patients with "non-is- chemic cardiomyopathy". However, patients with dilated-phase hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (DHCM) have been generally excluded from such trials. We aimed to compare the clinical outcome of CRT in patients with DHCM, idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (IDCM), or ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM). Methods A total of 312 consecutive patients (DHCM: n = 16; IDCM: n = 231; ICM: n = 65) undergoing CRT in Fuwai hospital were studied respectively. Response to CRT was defmed as reduction in left ventricular end-systolic volume (LVESV) _〉 15% at 6-month follow-up. Results Compared with DHCM, IDCM was associated with a lower total mortality (HR: 0.35, 95% CI: 0.13-0.90), cardiac mortality (HR: 0.29; 95% CI: 0.11-0.77), and total mortality or heart failure (HF) hospitalizations (HR: 0.34, 95% CI: 0.17-0.69), independent of known confounders. Compared with DHCM, the total mortality, cardiac mortality and total mortality or HF hospitalizations favored ICM but were not statistically significant (HR: 0.59, 95% CI: 0.22-1.61; HR: 0.59, 95% CI: 0.21-1.63; HR: 0.54, 95% CI: 0.26-1.15; respectively). Response rate to CRT was lower in the DHCM group than the other two groups although the differences didn't reach statistical significance. Conclusions Compared with IDCM, DHCM was associated with a worse outcome after CRT. The clinical outcome of DHCM patients receiving CRT was similar to or even worse than that of ICM patients. These indicate that DHCM behaves very differently after CRT.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(30901298)
文摘Objective: To investigate the effect of 5-aminolevulinic(ALA)-photodynamic therapy(PDT) on the expressions of MMP-9, MMP-13 and TIMP-1 of hypertrophic scar model in rabbit ears, and analyze the possible therapeutic mechanisms of ALA-PDT treatment to hypertrophic scars of rabbit ears. Methods: The experimental animals were randomly divided into normal control, negative control, high concentration of ALA-PDT, low concentration of ALA-PDT and PDT groups. The latter three groups received ALA-PDT treatment or PDT treatment once a week for 3 weeks. The specimens of the rabbits were collected respectively 1, 2 and 3 months after treatment to be used for RT-PCR and Western-blot test. Results: 1, 2 and 3 months after PDT treatment, the expressions of MMP-9 and MMP-13(including mRNA and protein) in hypertrophic scar tissues of three treatment groups were significantly higher than those of the negative control group(P<0.01), and the expression of TIMP-1 mRNA and protein of three treatment groups were significantly lower than that of the negative control group(P<0.01). There were also significant differences between high-concentration ALA-PDT treatment group and the low one(P<0.05). Conclusion: ALA-PDT is effective in treating hypertrophic scars of rabbit ears, and its possible therapeutic mechanisms are that ALA-PDT treatment generates oxidation activation effect to activate the activity of MMPs and induces the photoaging of fibroblasts of hypertrophic scar tissues of rabbit ears to inhibit the activity of TIMPs, which causes the up-regulation of MMPs and the down-regulation of TIMPs. Because of this, the degradation of collagen and ECM is accelerated and the formation of scars is suppressed.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81772103 and No.82172234Shanghai Clinical Research Center of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery supported by Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality,China,No.22MC1940300。
文摘Pathological scarring and scleroderma,which are the most common conditions of skin fibrosis,pathologically manifest as fibroblast proliferation and extracellular matrix(ECM)hyperplasia.Fibroblast proliferation and ECM hyperplasia lead to fibrotic tissue remodeling,causing an exaggerated and prolonged wound-healing response.The pathogenesis of these diseases has not been fully clarified and is unfortunately accompanied by exceptionally high medical needs and poor treatment effects.Currently,a promising and relatively low-cost treatment has emerged-adipose-derived stem cell(ASC)therapy as a branch of stem cell therapy,including ASCs and their derivatives-purified ASC,stromal vascular fraction,ASC-conditioned medium,ASC exosomes,etc.,which are rich in sources and easy to obtain.ASCs have been widely used in therapeutic settings for patients,primarily for the defection of soft tissues,such as breast enhancement and facial contouring.In the field of skin regeneration,ASC therapy has become a hot research topic because it is beneficial for reversing skin fibrosis.The ability of ASCs to control profibrotic factors as well as anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory actions will be discussed in this review,as well as their new applications in the treatment of skin fibrosis.Although the long-term effect of ASC therapy is still unclear,ASCs have emerged as one of the most promising systemic antifibrotic therapies under development.
基金This work was supported by a grant from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 81071564).
文摘Background Pressure therapy improves hypertrophic scar healing, but the mechanisms for this process are not well understood. We sought to investigate the differential expression of matrix metalloproteinases (Mmps) and collagen in post- traumatic hypertrophic scar tissue with mechanical pressure and delineate the molecular mechanisms of pressure therapy for hypertrophic scars. Methods Fibroblast lines of normal skin and scar tissue were established and a mechanical pressure system was devised to simulate pressure therapy. Reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and Western blotting assays were used to compare differences in the mRNA and protein expression of Mmps and collagen in scar fibroblasts before and after pressure therapy. Results The expression differed between the hypertrophic scar cell line and the normal cell line. RT-PCR assays showed that Collagen I, highly expressed in the hypertrophic scar cell line, decreased significantly after pressure therapy. Mmp2, Mmp9, and Mmp12 expression in the hypertrophic scar tissue increased significantly after pressure therapy (P 〈0.05). Western blotting assays further revealed that Mmp9 and Mmp12 expression increased significantly in the hypertrophic scar tissue after pressure therapy (P 〈0.05) but not Mmp2 expression (P 〉0.05). Conclusion Mechanical pressure induces degradation of Collagen I in hypertrophic scar tissue by affecting the expression of Mmp9 and Mmp12.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.82170290)the CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(Grant No.2023-I2M-1-001)+1 种基金Project funded by China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2023M732704)the Open Research Fund of the National Center for Protein Sciences at Peking University in Beijing.
文摘Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy(HCM)is the most common inherited heart disease and is characterized by primary left ventricular hypertrophy usually caused by mutations in sarcomere genes.The mechanism underlying cardiac remodeling in HCM remains incompletely understood.An investigation of HCM through integrative analysis at multi-omics levels will be helpful for treating HCM.DNA methylation and chromatin accessibility,as well as gene expression,were assessed by nucleosome occupancy and methylome sequencing(NOMe-seq)and RNA-seq,respectively,using the cardiac tissues of HCM patients.Compared with those of the controls,the transcriptome,DNA methylome,and chromatin accessibility of the HCM myocardium showed multifaceted differences.At the transcriptome level,HCM hearts returned to the fetal gene program through decreased sarcomeric and metabolic gene expression and increased extracellular matrix gene expression.In the DNA methylome,hypermethylated and hypomethylated differentially methylated regions were identified in HCM.At the chromatin accessibility level,HCM hearts showed changes in different genome elements.Several transcription factors,including SP1 and EGR1,exhibited a fetal-like pattern of binding motifs in nucleosome-depleted regions in HCM.In particular,the inhibition of SP1 or EGR1 in an HCM mouse model harboring sarcomere mutations markedly alleviated the HCM phenotype of the mutant mice and reversed fetal gene reprogramming.Overall,this study not only provides a high-precision multi-omics map of HCM heart tissue but also sheds light on the therapeutic strategy by intervening in the fetal gene reprogramming in HCM.
文摘Fabry disease (FD) is a rare X-linked lysosomal accumulation disorder caused by a deficiency in the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A (Gal A), resulting in excessive storage of glycosphingolipids, particularly globotriaosylceramide (Gb3). This leads to cellular dysfunction in various organs, with cardiovascular compromise being the major cause of morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of FD focusing on its genetic, epidemiological, clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects. This study explored the genetic mutations associated with FD, its epidemiology, clinical phenotypes, cardiac manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and current treatment options. Background: FD is caused by mutations in GLA on the X chromosome, with over 1000 identified variants. Neonatal screening and specific studies have shown an increased incidence of FD. The clinical presentation varies between classic and late phenotypes, with cardiac involvement being a major concern, particularly in late-onset FD. Purpose: This study aimed to summarize the current knowledge on FD, emphasizing cardiac involvement, diagnostic modalities, and treatment options. Methods: A literature review of relevant studies on FD, including genetics, epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment options, was conducted. Results: Cardiac manifestations of FD included left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), heart failure, arrhythmias, and sudden death. Diagnostic approaches such as electrocardiography, echocardiography, and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging play crucial roles in the early detection and monitoring of cardiac involvement. Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) and emerging treatments have shown promise in managing FD, although challenges remain. Conclusions: FD remains a challenging condition in cardiology, with under-diagnosis being a concern. Early detection and specific therapy are essential to improve patient outcomes. Echocardiography and cardiac MRI are valuable tools for diagnosis and follow-up. Despite the advances in treatment, accessibility remains an issue. More research is needed to deepen our understanding of FD and to improve therapeutic strategies.
基金This study was supported by China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Nos.2017M620159 and 2019T120345)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.81772098 and 81801917),Shanghai Municipal Education Commission-Gaofeng Clinical Medicine Grant Support(No.20152227)+3 种基金Cross Research Project of Ninth People’s Hospital,Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine(No.JYJC202009)Shanghai Health Industry Clinical Research Special Project(No.20204Y0443)Shanghai Municipal Key Clinical Specialty(shslczdzk00901)Scientific Research Foundation of Shanghai Municipal Commission of Health and Family Planning(No.20154Y002).
文摘Photodynamic therapy(PDT)is an emerging therapeutic strategy for hypertrophic scars(HS),which is heavily dependent on reactive oxygen species(ROS)generation.However,the unsatisfactory delivery and excitation of 5-aminolevulinic acid(ALA,a commercial photosensitizer in dermatology)result in an insufficient ROS generation,and thus limit the clinical application of PDT treating HS(HS-PDT).Consequently,sophisticated transdermal co-delivery nanoethosomes(named A/A-ES)with ALA and Au nanotriangles(AuNTs)in cores are prepared via an in-situ seed-mediated growth method,and then applied to improve HS-PDT through localized surface plasmon resonance(LSPR)-enhanced ROS generation.A/A-ES display a satisfactory performance in co-delivery in HS tissue with sufficient protoporphyrin IX production and LSPR effect in cytoplasm,which is beneficial for ALA excitation as well as ROS generation.In vitrolvivo studies reveal that A/A-ES significantly improve HS-PDT in promoting to fibroblast apoptosis and collagen remodeling through LSPR-enhanced ROS generation.Therefore,this study provides a feasible strategy that integrates transdermal delivery and LSPR to enable the beneficial effects of HS-PDT through boosting the delivery and excitation of ALA.
文摘Objective To compare the effects of septal ablation(SA)versus conservative medication(CM)on the hemodynamic,clinical status and survival in patients with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy(HOCM).Methods This retrospective study included 350 consecutive patients with HOCM(mean age(51.3±13.5)years old)hospitalized in Anzhen Hospital between