Vitamin D and selenium for type 2 diabetes mellitus with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis:Dosage and duration insights

This letter discusses the publication by Feng et al.Iodine,selenium,and vitamin D are closely associated with thyroid hormone production in humans;however,the efficacy of selenium and vitamin D supplementation for type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis(HT)remains controversial.In the retrospective study we discuss herein,the authors highlighted significant improvements in thyroid function,thyroid antibodies,blood glucose,and blood lipid in T2DM patients with HT following addition of vitamin D and selenium to their antidiabetic regimens,underscoring the value of these supplements.Our team is currently engaged in research exploring the relationship between micronutrients and HT,and we have obtained invaluable insights from the aforementioned study.Based on this research and current literature,we recommend a regimen of 4000 IU/day of vitamin D and 100-200μg/day of selenium for over three months to six months for patients with HT,particularly for those with concurrent T2DM.

Vitamin D,selenium,and antidiabetic drugs in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus with Hashimoto's thyroiditis

BACKGROUND Diabetes and thyroiditis are closely related.They occur in combination and cause significant damage to the body.There is no clear treatment for type-2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)with Hashimoto's thyroiditis(HT).While single symptomatic drug treatment of the two diseases is less effective,combined drug treatment may improve efficacy.AIM To investigate the effect of a combination of vitamin D,selenium,and hypoglycemic agents in T2DM with HT.METHODS This retrospective study included 150 patients with T2DM and HT treated at The Central Hospital of Shaoyang from March 2020 to February 2023.Fifty patients were assigned to the control group,test group A,and test group B according to different treatment methods.The control group received low-iodine diet guidance and hypoglycemic drug treatment.Test group A received the control treatment plus vitamin D treatment.Test group B received the group A treatment plus selenium.Blood levels of markers of thyroid function[free T3(FT3),thyroid stimulating hormone(TSH),free T4(FT4)],autoantibodies[thyroid peroxidase antibody(TPOAB)and thyroid globulin antibody(TGAB)],blood lipid index[low-density lipoprotein cholesterol(LDL-C),total cholesterol(TC),triacylglycerol(TG)],blood glucose index[fasting blood glucose(FBG),and hemoglobin A1c(HbA1c)]were measured pre-treatment and 3 and 6 months after treatment.The relationships between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D3[25(OH)D3]level and each of these indices were analyzed.RESULTS The levels of 25(OH)D3,FT3,FT4,and LDL-C increased in the order of the control group,test group A,and test group B(all P<0.05).The TPOAB,TGAB,TC,TG,FBG,HbA1c,and TSH levels increased in the order of test groups B,A,and the control group(all P<0.05).All the above indices were compared after 3 and 6 months of treatment.Pre-treatment,there was no divergence in serum 25(OH)D3 level,thyroid function-related indexes,autoantibodies level,blood glucose,and blood lipid index between the control group,test groups A and B(all P>0.05).The 25(OH)D3 levels in test groups A and B were negatively correlated with FT4 and TGAB(all P<0.05).CONCLUSION The combination drug treatment for T2DM with HT significantly improved thyroid function,autoantibody,and blood glucose and lipid levels.

Presence of thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy in Hashimoto's thyroiditis

·AIM: To determine the prevalence of ophthalmopathy in Hashimoto’s patients and to make a comparison in subgroups of patients·METHODS: The study involved 110 Hashimoto’s thyroiditis patients and 50 control subjects attending to the endocrinology department of the hospital. Subgroup classification of patients was made as euthyroid,subclinic and clinic in Hashimato’s thyroiditis. All patients were evaluated by a single experienced ophthalmologist for the prevalence and characteristics of eye signs.·RESULTS:Theoverallprevalencesofeyechanges were22.7%(25 patients) in patients and 4%(2 persons) in control subjects respectively(P =0.002). In patients the most common symptom was retrobulbar eye pain with or without any eye movement. Thirteen patients had significant upper eyelid retraction(11.8%). Six patients had eye muscle dysfunction as reduced eye movements in up gaze. In control patients one person had proptosis and another had lid retraction. The clinical activity score and classification of the ophthalmopathy did not show any significant differences among subgroups.·CONCLUSION:Theeyesignsweremostlymild(22.7%)and the most common eye sign was the presence of upper eyelid retraction(11.8%). Additionally six patients had eye muscle dysfunction as reduced eye movements in up gaze. Therefore we recommend to make a routine ophthalmic examination in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis patients in order not to omit the associated ophthalmopathy.

β-羟基丁酸改善β淀粉样蛋白1-42诱导小鼠海马神经元HT22细胞的能量障碍

背景:阿尔茨海默病患者存在严重的脑能量障碍,近年来基于酮体干预的脑能量拯救策略在阿尔茨海默病的治疗中越来越受到重视。目的:探讨β-羟基丁酸能否改善β淀粉样蛋白1-42(β-amyloid protein 1-42,Aβ_(1-42))诱导的小鼠海马神经元HT22细胞能量障碍。方法:将HT22细胞分为4组,分别为对照组、β-羟基丁酸组、Aβ_(1-42)组、Aβ_(1-42)+β-羟基丁酸组。使用相应试剂盒检测HT22细胞的存活率、ATP水平、α-酮戊二酸脱氢酶活性、Na^(+)K^(+)-ATP酶活性、线粒体膜电位及活性氧水平。结果与结论:与对照组相比,Aβ_(1-42)组HT22细胞的存活率、ATP水平、α-酮戊二酸脱氢酶活性、Na^(+)K^(+)-ATP酶活性、线粒体膜电位均显著降低(P<0.05),活性氧水平显著升高(P<0.05)。与Aβ_(1-42)组相比,Aβ_(1-42)+β-羟基丁酸组HT22细胞的存活率、ATP水平、α-酮戊二酸脱氢酶活性、Na^(+)K^(+)-ATP酶活性、线粒体膜电位均显著升高(P<0.05),活性氧水平显著降低(P<0.05)。结果表明:β-羟基丁酸提高了线粒体生物能量功能和细胞存活率,最终改善了Aβ_(1-42)诱导的HT22细胞能量障碍。

Exploring the relationship between Hashimoto's thyroiditis and male fertility:A meta-analytic and meta-regression perspective on hormonal and seminal factors

Objective:To explore the relationship between Hashimoto's autoimmune hypothyroidism(HT)and male fertility,focusing on hormonal and seminal factors.Methods:A systematic literature search was conducted across databases such as PubMed,Web of Science,EMBASE,Scopus,Cochrane,and Google Scholar,covering studies published from January 2000 to March 2024.Studies investigating the impact of HT on semen quality parameters and reproductive hormones were included.Pooled effect estimates were calculated using standard mean difference(SMD)and 95%confidence intervals(CI).Results:A total of 8 studies with 8965 participants were included.HT significantly affected semen quality and reproductive hormone levels.Specifically,there was a notable decrease in progressive morphology(SMD=-0.78;95%CI:-1.40 to-0.17;P=0.01)and sperm motility(SMD=-1.151;95%CI:-1.876 to-0.425;P=0.002).In addition,there were no significant changes in reproductive hormones,although there were elevated levels of luteinizing hormone(SMD=0.437;95%CI:0.000 to 0.874;P=0.050)and follicle-stimulating hormone(SMD=0.293;95%CI:-0.171 to 0.758;P=0.216),with a slight impact on testosterone levels(SMD=-1.143;95%CI:-2.487 to 0.200;P=0.095).Conclusions:This systematic review and meta-analysis provides robust evidence of the detrimental effects of HT on semen quality and reproductive hormones,underscoring the necessity for thorough evaluation and management of thyroid function in male infertility assessments.

DNA Methylation of KLRC1 and KLRC3 in Autoimmune Thyroiditis:Perspective of Different Water Iodine Exposure

Objective This study aimed to identify differentially methylated genes(DMGs) associated with natural killer cells in patients with autoimmune thyroiditis(AIT), focusing on the influence of varying water iodine exposure levels.Methods Participants were divided into categories based on median water iodine(MWI)concentrations: iodine-fortified areas(IFA, MWI < 10 μg/L), iodine-adequate areas(IAA, 40 ≤ MWI ≤ 100μg/L), and iodine-excessive areas(IEA, MWI > 300 μg/L). A total of 176 matched AIT cases and controls were recruited and divided into 89, 40, and 47 pairs for IFA, IAA, and IEA, respectively. DMGs were identified using 850K Bead Chip analysis for 10/10 paired samples. Validation of DNA methylation and m RNA expression levels of the DMGs was conducted using Methyl Target^(TM) and QRT-PCR for 176/176paired samples.Results KLRC1, KLRC3, and SH2D1B were identified as significant DMGs. Validation revealed that KLRC1 was hypomethylated and highly expressed, whereas KLRC3 was hypermethylated and highly expressed in individuals with AIT. Furthermore, KLRC1 was hypomethylated and highly expressed in both IFA and IEA.Conclusion The DNA methylation status of KLRC1 and KLRC3 may play crucial roles in AIT pathogenesis. Additionally, DNA methylation of KLRC1 seems to be influenced by different iodine concentrations in water.

Vitamin D, selenium in type 2 diabetes and Hashimoto's thyroiditis: Is it effective?

The study by Feng et al,explores treatment approaches for these coexisting conditions.It emphasizes the potential advantages of selenium and vitamin D supplementation but also raises methodological and patient selection concerns.Findings indicate a complex interplay between interventions and disease markers,prompting the need for further research.Despite limitations,the study offers valuable insights into managing the intricate relationship between type 2 diabetes mellitus and Hashimoto's thyroiditis.The authors'contributions shed light on potential treatment avenues,although careful consideration of study design and patient characteristics is warranted for future investigations in this domain.

Artificial night light and thyroid cancer

BACKGROUND The occurrence of thyroid cancer(TC)has increased in recent decades.Exposure to outdoor artificial light at night(ALN)is associated with an increased risk of cancer.AIM To investigated the impact of ALN,as a significant environmental pollutant,on TC incidence worldwide.METHODS The assessment involved analyzing satellite ALN data in conjunction with TC incidence data[adjusted standardized rate(ASR)],while considering the quality of cancer registries(QCR),gross domestic product(GDP)per person,and health expenditure per person(HEP)for each country.RESULTS Results indicated a correlation between higher ASR and ALN exposure percentages,particularly in countries with higher GDP or HEP quartiles(all P<0.05).Significant differences in ASR were observed across QCR levels,both high and low quality(all P<0.05),but not in countries without registry activity.However,when evaluating ASR against ALN exposure percentages while considering GDP/HEP quartiles or QCR levels,no significant associations were found(all P>0.10).CONCLUSION The findings suggest a potential link between higher GDP and adverse health conditions,serving as possible risk factors for TC,rather than a direct association with ALN.Limitations include the use of cross-sectional data,temporal misalign ment,and reliance on ALN as a socioeconomic proxy.It is proposed that light pollution might be connected to a lifestyle conducive to carcinogenesis.Additionally,the presence of higher GDP/HEP could enhance access to diagnostic resources,potentially facilitating TC diagnosis and inclusion in cancer registries.

Two Case Studies of Painless Thyroiditis with Special Presentation

This article reports two cases of painless thyroiditis with special manifestations. Patient 1 was a 76-year-old female patient who presented with palpitations and chest tightness and was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism by thyroid ultrasound and electrocardiogram, which is a painless thyroiditis with atrial fibrillation as the first symptom. Patient 2 is a 44-year-old male patient, with only palpitations, diagnosed as T3 thyroiditis by liver function and thyroid function tests, and accompanied by abnormal liver function, belonging to the painless thyroiditis with elevated FT3 only. This article points out that painless thyroiditis has multiple manifestations and is easily misdiagnosed as other diseases. Therefore, patients with symptoms such as palpitations and chest tightness should undergo cytologic or pathologic examination in time to avoid missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis.

Correlation analyse between thyroid hormone levels and severity of schizophrenia symptoms

BACKGROUND The imbalance of hormone levels in the body is closely related to the occurrence and progression of schizophrenia,especially thyroid hormones.AIM To study the relationship between triiodothyronine(T3),thyroxine(T4),free T3(FT3),free T4(FT4),thyroid stimulating hormone(TSH)and schizophrenia.METHODS In this study,100 schizophrenia patients were selected from our hospital between April 2022 and April 2024.Their clinical data were analyzed retrospectively.Based on the Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale(PANSS)score,patients were divided into mild(1-3 points,n=39),moderate(4 points,n=45),and severe groups(5-7 points,n=16).Additionally,55 healthy individuals served as a control group.Venous blood samples were collected to measure T3,T4,FT3,FT4,TSH,and cortisol concentrations,analyzing their relationship with PANSS scores.RESULTS The serum levels of T3,FT3,FT4,TSH and cortisol in the schizophrenia group were lower than those in the control group(P<0.05).With the increase of the severity of the disease,the concentrations of T3 and T4 decreased,while the con-centrations of TSH and cortisol increased(P<0.05).The concentrations of TSH and cortisol were positively correlated with the PANSS score,while T3 and T4 were negatively correlated with the PANSS score(P<0.05).The receiver ope-rating characteristic curve results showed that T3,T4,TSH,and cortisol had good efficacy in the diagnosis of schizophrenia.Logistic results showed that decreased T3 level,decreased T4 level,decreased TSH level and increased cortisol level may be independent risk factors for schizophrenia.CONCLUSION Thyroid hormone levels are associated with the severity of schizophrenia symptoms,which can provide new solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia.

姜酮通过激活Nrf2/HO-1信号通路减轻OGD/R后氧化应激损伤对HT22细胞凋亡的抑制作用

目的:探讨姜酮对氧糖剥夺/复糖复氧(OGD/R)后小鼠海马神经元HT22细胞的保护作用,阐明其相关作用机制。方法:培养HT22细胞,设置不同OGD/R时间梯度,建立OGD/R细胞损伤模型。HT22细胞分为对照组、OGD/R组、OGD/R+1μmol·L^(-1)姜酮组、OGD/R+10μmol·L^(-1)姜酮、OGD/R+100μmol·L^(-1)姜酮组和OGD/R+0.2%二甲亚枫(DMSO)组,CCK-8法检测各组细胞活性并计算各组细胞存活率,确定姜酮最适药物浓度。细胞分为对照组、OGD/R组、OGD/R+姜酮组和OGD/R+姜酮+核因子E2相关因子2(Nrf2)抑制剂(ML385)组,OGD/R+姜酮组细胞经姜酮给药处理4 h后予以OGD 8 h和复糖复氧8 h处理,OGD/R+姜酮+ML385组细胞在姜酮给药前予以10μmol·L^(-1)ML385预处理6 h,CCK-8法检测各组细胞活性,Western blotting法检测各组细胞中Nrf2、血红素加氧酶1(HO-1)、B细胞淋巴瘤2(Bcl-2)和Bcl-2相关X蛋白(Bax)蛋白表达水平,酶联免疫吸附试验(ELISA)法检测各组细胞培养上清中超氧化物歧化酶(SOD)活性和丙二醛(MDA)水平。结果:与对照组比较,HT22细胞经OGD 8 h和复糖复糖8 h处理后细胞存活率低于50%,以OGD 8 h和复糖复糖8 h建立HT22细胞OGD/R模型。与OGD/R组比较,OGD/R+不同剂量姜酮组细胞存活率均不同程度升高,其中OGD/R+100μmol·L^(-1)姜酮组细胞存活率升高最明显(P<0.01),故选用100μmol·L^(-1)姜酮用于后续实验。与对照组比较,OGD/R组细胞活性明显降低(P<0.01),细胞中Nrf2、HO-1和Bax蛋白表达水平明显升高(P<0.01),Bcl-2蛋白表达水平明显降低(P<0.05),细胞培养上清中SOD活性明显降低(P<0.01),MDA水平明显升高(P<0.01);与OGD/R组比较,OGD/R+姜酮组细胞活性明显升高(P<0.01),细胞中Nrf2、HO-1和Bcl-2蛋白表达水平明显升高(P<0.05或P<0.01),Bax蛋白表达水平明显降低(P<0.05),细胞培养上清中SOD活性明显升高(P<0.01),MDA水平明显降低(P<0.01);与OGD/R+姜酮组比较,OGD/R+姜酮+ML385组细胞活性明显降低(P<0.01),细胞中Nrf2、HO-1和Bcl-2蛋白表达水平明显降低(P<0.01),Bax蛋白表达水平明显升高(P<0.01),细胞培养上清中SOD活性明显降低(P<0.01),MDA水平明显升高(P<0.05)。结论:姜酮可通过激活Nrf2/HO-1信号通路减轻OGD/R后氧化应激损伤对HT22细胞凋亡的抑制作用。

基于5-HT及其受体的中医药干预消化系统疾病研究进展

5羟色胺(5-hydroxytryptamine,5-HT)是一种重要的单胺类神经递质,具有广泛的生物学效应。血清和胃肠道中的5-HT含量可占人体5-HT总量的95%以上,血液循环中的5-HT也主要来源于肠道。5-HT在消化系统疾病发生发展中的作用历来受到关注。此文从5-HT特征、5-HT受体以及基于5-HT及其受体探讨中医药对消化系统疾病的干预作用进行了概述,以期进一步为消化系统疾病的防治、临床与基础研究提供新思路。

依达拉奉调控JAK2/STAT3信号通路对氧化应激损伤HT22细胞的影响

目的探讨依达拉奉(EDA)对氧化应激损伤小鼠海马神经细胞HT22的影响。方法以无糖培养基,于37℃,1%O_(2)、5%CO_(2)、94%N2条件下培养HT22细胞8 h,弃无糖培养基,加入(含药)完全培养基,在正常氧环境下复氧6 h,即得氧化应激损伤细胞模型。实验分为模型组(完全培养基)、EDA组(含1 mmol/L EDA的完全培养基),并设对照(细胞持续在正常气体条件下培养)。采用CCK-8法检测细胞存活情况并计算细胞存活率,检测细胞中乳酸脱氢酶(LDH)、超氧化物歧化酶(SOD)及丙二醛(MDA)水平,采用流式细胞仪检测细胞凋亡情况并计算凋亡率,采用Western blot法检测Janus激酶2(JAK2)、信号传导和转录激活因子3(STAT)、磷酸化Janus激酶2(p-JAK2)、磷酸化信号传导和转录激活因子3(p-STAT3)蛋白表达水平。结果与模型组比较,EDA组细胞存活率显著升高,细胞凋亡率显著降低,LDH及MDA水平显著降低(P<0.01);SOD水平显著升高,p-JAK2/JAK2、p-STAT3/STAT3蛋白表达比值均显著降低(P<0.01)。结论EDA对氧糖剥夺再灌注诱导的HT22细胞氧化应激损伤有明显的防护作用,其作用机制可能与抑制JAK2/STAT3信号通路有关。

芳香化浊调气法对功能性腹泻大鼠AQP3、5-HT水平及血管活性肠肽表达的影响

目的 探究芳香化浊调气法对功能性腹泻大鼠水通道蛋白(AQP)3、5-羟色胺(HT)及血管活性肠肽的影响。方法 将大鼠随机分为正常组、模型组、药物1组、药物2组、药物3组和对照组,每组10只。检测各组一般状态;检测粪便性状指标(BSS评分、稀便率、腹泻指数);检测血清及组织中血管活性肠肽(VIP)含量;检测肠道组织中5-HT含量;免疫荧光检测结肠组织中AQP3表达。结果 造模后大鼠出现活动减少,精神萎靡,呈缩肩拱背样,体质量下降,毛色无泽,粪便湿软或不成形;药物干预后各组一般状态得到明显改善。与正常组相比,模型组BSS评分、稀便率和腹泻指数均显著增加(P<0.05);与模型组相比,药物1组、药物2组和药物3组均不同程度降低,且药物3组降低最为显著(P<0.05)。模型组血清及胃窦、十二指肠、结肠、下丘脑组织中VIP含量较正常组显著降低(P<0.05);和模型组相比,药物1组、药物2组和药物3组均显著升高,且药物3组变化最显著(P<0.05)。与正常组相比,模型组回肠和结肠组织中5-HT含量均显著升高,结肠组织中AQP3水平明显降低(P<0.05);与模型组相比,药物1组、药物2组和药物3组回肠和结肠组织中5-HT含量均显著降低,结肠组织中AQP3水平明显升高,且呈浓度依赖(P<0.05)。结论 芳香化浊调气法可增加功能性腹泻大鼠AQP3水平和血管活性肠肽水平,减少5-HT水平,对肠道水液吸收功能和运动功能进行改善,进而改善腹泻。

Coexistence of papillary thyroid microcarcinoma and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma in a context of Hashimoto's thyroiditis

Papillary thyroid cancer(PTC)represents 80%-85%of thyroid cancer and its prevalence has been rising in the last decades.Primary thyroid lymphoma(PTL)accounts for 3%of extranodal lymphomas and about 5%of thyroid malignancies,having a prevalence of one or two cases per million people.Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue lymphoma represents approximately30%of PTL.Both entities have an indolent course and a very good prognosis.Diagnosis is made by ultrasound and fine needle aspiration(FNA)or surgery specimen pathology.They have also been associated with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis(HT),but pathogenesis and its links remains to be known.Treatment remains controversial and surgery is generally accepted in cases of disease limited to thyroid,as the present.Patients with thyroid nodules should be observed and followed.If there is an enlargement by ultrasound or clinical symptoms,FNA should be performed promptly.Patients with HT deserve additional surveillance,since this condition is associated with both PTC and PTL.In this case,the management with surgery and radioactive iodine ablation therapy was effective for both entities.Patients with thyroid nodules should be properly evaluated with ultrasound and thyroid function tests.If there is an enlargement of the neck,reported by symptoms or ultrasound,it requires further investigation.HT is associated to both PTC and PTL so if the enlargement of the nodules is on this context additional tests such as FNA should be performed.In this case,the patient was managed with surgery and radioactive iodine ablation therapy and it was effective for both entities.

Role of color Doppler in differentiation of Graves' disease and thyroiditis in thyrotoxicosis

AIM:To evaluate the role of thyroid blood flow assessment by color-flow Doppler ultrasonography in the differential diagnosis of thyrotoxicosis and compare it to technetium pertechnetate thyroid scanning. METHODS:Twenty-six patients with thyrotoxicosis were included in the study. Clinical history was taken and physical examination and thyroid function tests were performed for all patients. Thyroid autoantibodies were measured. The thyroid glands of all patients were evaluated by gray scale ultrasonography for size, shape and echotexture. Color-flow Doppler ultrasonography of the thyroid tissue was performed and spectral flow analysis of both inferior thyroid arteries was assessed. Technetium99 pertechnetate scanning of the thyroid gland was done for all patients. According to thyroid scintigraphy, the patients were divided into two groups:18 cases with Graves' disease and 8 cases with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. All patients had suppressed thyrotropin. The diagnosis of Graves' disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis was supported by the clinical picture and follow up of patients. RESULTS:Peak systolic velocities of the inferior thyroid arteries were significantly higher in patients with Graves' disease than in patients with thyroiditis (P = 0.004 in the right inferior thyroid artery and P = 0.001 in left inferior thyroid artery). Color-flow Doppler ultrasonography parameters demonstrated a sensitivity of 88.9% and a specificity of 87.5% in the differential diagnosis of thyrotoxicosis. CONCLUSION:Color Doppler flow of the inferior thyroid artery can be used in the differential diagnosis of thyrotoxicosis, especially when there is a contraindication of thyroid scintigraphy by radioactive material in some patients.

豪洛捷乳腺结节真空旋切术对乳腺结节患者5-HT MDA及TNF-α的影响

目的:探讨豪洛捷乳腺结节真空旋切术对乳腺结节患者神经递质5-羟色胺(5-hydroxytryptamine,5-HT)、丙二醛(Malondialdehyde,MDA)及肿瘤坏死因子-α(Tumor necrosis factor-α,TNF-α)的影响。方法:回顾性分析择取2020年4月至2023年5月期间,本院收治的乳腺结节患者148例,经纳入、排除标准剔除46例病例,最终纳入102例病例,依据手术方式不同分为对照组(n=50,传统小切口术治疗)及实验组(n=52,豪洛捷乳腺结节真空旋切术治疗)。对比两组手术观察指标、治疗前后5-HT、MDA及TNF-α水平变化、术后恢复良好率、并发症发生率及结节复发率。结果:与对照组相比较,实验组切口长度更短,术后住院天数、失血量更少,手术总时长更短(P<0.05)。治疗前至治疗后3d的5-HT、MDA及TNF-α水平均上升,治疗后3d至治疗后7d的5-HT、MDA及TNF-α水平均下降(P<0.05),且在治疗后1d、3d、7d时,实验组5-HT、MDA及TNF-α水平比对照组低(P<0.05)。对照组、实验组恢复良好率分别为78.00%、92.31%,实验组恢复良好率更高(P<0.05)。两组结节复发率比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05),实验组并发症发生率(5.76%)比对照组(20.00%)低(P<0.05)。结论:豪洛捷乳腺结节真空旋切术对乳腺结节患者5-HT、MDA及TNF-α水平影响相对较小,且并发症发生率低,在促进患者术后早期康复中有积极作用。

血清5-HT、NGF水平与原发性早泄患者阴茎背神经选择性切除术后复发的关系

目的探究血清5-羟色胺(5-HT)、神经生长因子(NGF)水平变化与原发性早泄患者阴茎背神经选择性切除术后复发的关系。方法选择原发性早泄患者200例,均行阴茎背神经选择性切除术治疗,术后6个月根据患者是否复发分为复发组(n=23)与未复发组(n=177),比较两组患者的临床资料、血清5-HT、NGF水平,分析5-HT、NGF与中国早泄问卷调查表(CIPE-5)、国际勃起功能(IIEF-5)评分、射精潜伏期(IELT)的相关性及术后复发影响因素,并构建列线图模型评价含血清指标模型预测术后复发与实际观察的一致性,用决策曲线评价该模型的临床获益。结果复发组术后3个月血清5-HT水平、IELT、CIPE-5评分均低于未复发组,NGF水平高于未复发组(P均<0.05);原发性早泄患者术前、术后1个月、术后3个月,血清5-HT水平与CIPE-5评分、IELT呈正相关(P均<0.05),与IIEF-5评分无相关性(P均>0.05);血清NGF水平与CIPE-5评分、IELT呈负相关(P均<0.05),与IIEF-5评分无相关性(P均>0.05);术后3个月IELT、CIPE-5评分及血清5-HT、NGF水平均为原发性早泄患者术后复发的独立影响因素(P均<0.05);列线图模型预测原发性早泄患者术后复发相关因素的一致性指数为0.775(95%CI=0.674~0.802);决策曲线显示,当含血清指标的模型预测原发性早泄患者术后复发的值为0.20~0.85时,可提供附加临床获益。结论原发性早泄患者阴茎背神经选择性切除术后3个月血清5-HT水平下降、NGF水平升高,二者水平变化对预测患者术后复发有一定参考价值。

Selenium supplementation in thyroid associated ophthalmopathy: an update

·The therapeutic effect of selenium(Se)has already been proven in thyroid disease and thyroid associated ophthalmopathy(TAO).In spite of clear scientific proof of its benefits in TAO,there appears to be no clear agreement among the clinicians regarding its optimum dose,duration of the treatment,efficacy and safety to date.In this review,the author summarises the findings of 135 English language articles published on this subject over the past four decades from 1973 to 2013.The regulation and metabolism of thyroid hormones require a steady supply of Se and recent studies have revealed several possible mechanisms by which Se improves the severity of thyroid disease and TAO.These mechanisms include 1)inhibitory effect of HLA-DR molecule expression on thyrocytes;2)profound reductions of thyroid stimulating hormone(TSH)receptor antibodies(TSHR-Ab)and TPO antibodies(TPO-Ab);3)prevention of dysregulation of cell-mediated immunity and B cell function;4)neutralising reactive oxygen species(ROS)and inhibition of redox control processes required for the activation,differentiation and action of lymphocytes,macrophages,neutrophils,natural killer cells involved in both acute and chronic orbital inflammation in TAO;5)inhibition of expression of proinflammatory cytokines and 6)inhibition of prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis.An increased oxidative stress has been observed in both acute and chronic phases of thyroid disease with raised tissue concentrations of ROS.The benefits of Se supplementation in individuals with TAO appear to be proportionate to the degree of systemic activity of the thyroid disease.The maximal benefit of Se supplementation is therefore seen in thesubjects who are hyperthyroid.Restoration of euthyroidism is one of the main goals in the management of TAO and when anti-thyroid drugs are combined with Se,the patients with Graves’disease(GD)and autoimmune thyroiditis(AIT)achieved euthyroidism faster than those treated with anti-thyroid drugs alone.Se status of normal adult humans can vary widely and Se supplementation may confer benefit only if serum Se levels are insufficient.The author recommends that serum Se levels of patients with TAO to be assessed prior to and during Se supplementation at regular intervals to avoid potential iatrogenic chronic Se overdose.

Long-term effect of triamcinolone acetonide in the treatment of upper lid retraction with thyroid associated ophthalmopathy

AIM： To report the long-term outcomes of a large cohort of upper lid retraction patients treated with subconjunctival triamcinolone acetonide injections.METHODS： This retrospective clinical study was conducted from 2009 to 2016. The documents of 97 patients（126 eyes） were reviewed. The patients were treated with subconjunctival triamcinolone acetonide injections monthly and evaluated pre-and post-treatment by taking measurements of the upper margin reflex distance（MRD1, the distance between the upper-lid margin and the pupil center）, lid aperture, lagophthalmos and proptosis. The patients were divided into the cured group, the improved group and the ineffective group based on the final treatment effectiveness. The improved group and the ineffective group were combined into non-cured group.RESULTS： The follow-up time was 23.45±14.86 mo. Of the patients, 63（64.9%） were assigned to the cured group, 22（22.7%） in the improved group, 12（12.4%） in the ineffective group. Injection times for cured group was 4.66±1.74, and for non-cured group was 5.17±2.08（P≤0.05）. The MRD1 was significantly reduced between baseline and 1 mo after the initiation of treatment in the cured and improved groups（P〈0.001）. The values did not change significantly after 4 mo for the improved group, while they continued to decrease in the cured group. In the ineffective group, the MRD1 did not significantly change after treatment. A statistically significant difference was observed between the baseline and post-treatment values of the mean muscle thickness（2.95±0.99 mm vs 2.04±0.63 mm, P〈0.05） and surface area（27.27±10.5 mm2 vs 18.3±7.04 mm2,P〈0.05） of the levator superioris with magnetic resonance imaging examination. Twelve patients（12.4%） relapsed after treatment and required additional subconjunctival injections. The main side effects included menstrual cycle disturbances（32%） and elevations of intra-ocular pressure（18.6%）. CONCLUSION： A repeated subconjunctival injection of triamcinolone is an effective and relatively safe treatment for upper lid retraction due to thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy. This is related to the anti-inflammation effect of the medicine and the levator thickness can become thinner. Patients must be monitored regularly for recurrences and side effects.