AIM: To investigate whether continuous veno-venous hemofiltration (CVVH) in different filtration rate to eliminate cytokines would result in different efficiency in acute pancreatitis, whether the saturation time o...AIM: To investigate whether continuous veno-venous hemofiltration (CVVH) in different filtration rate to eliminate cytokines would result in different efficiency in acute pancreatitis, whether the saturation time of filter membrane was related to different filtration rate, and whether the onset time of CWH could influence the survival of acute pancreatitis. METHODS: Thirty-seven patients were classified into four groups randomly. Group 1 underwent low-volume CVVH within 48 h of the onset of abdominal pain (early CVVH, n = 9). Group 2 received low-volume CVVH after 96 h of the onset of abdominal pain (late CVVH, n= 10). Group 3 underwent high-volume CVVH within 48 h of the onset of abdominal pain (early CVVH, n = 9). Group 4 received high-volume CVVH after 96 h of theonset of abdominal pain (late CVVH, n = 9). CVVH was sustained for at least 72 h. Blood was taken before hemofiltration, and ultrafiltrate was collected at the start of CVVH and every 12 h during CVVH period for the purpose of measuring the concentrations of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6. The concentrations of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6 were measured by swine-specific ELISA. The Solartron 1 255 B frequency response analyzer (British) was used to observe the resistance of filter membrane. RESULTS: The survival rate had a significant difference (94.44% vs68.42%, P〈0.01) high-volume and low-volume CVVH patients. The survival rate had also a significant difference (88.89% vs 73.68%, P〈0.05) between early and late CVVH patients. The hemodynamic deterioration (MAP, HR, CVP) was less severe in groups 4 and 1 bhan that in group 2, and in group 3 than in group 4. The adsorptive saturation time of filters membranes was 120-180 min if the filtration rate was 1 000-4 000 mL/h. After the first, second and third new hemofilters were changed, serum TNF-α concentrations had a negative correlationwith resistance (r: -0.91, -0.89, and -0.86, respectively in group 1; -0.89, -0.85, and -0.76, respectively in group 2; -0.88, -0.92, and -0.82, respectively in group 3; -0.84, -0.87, and -0.79, respectively in group 4). The decreasing extent of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6 was significantly different between group 3 and group I (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05, IL-6 P〈0.01), between group 4 and group 2 (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05, IL-6 P〈0.01), between group 1 and group 2 (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05, IL-6 P〈0.05), and between group 3 and group 4 (TNF-α P〈0.01, IL-1β P〈0.01, IL-6 P〈0.05), respectively during CVVH period. The decreasing extent of TNF-α and IL-1β was also significantly different between survival patients and dead patients (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05). In survival patients, serum concentration of TNF-α and IL-1β decreased more significantly than that in dead patients. CONCLUSION: High-volume and early CWH improve hemodynamic deterioration and survival in acute pancreatitis patients. High-volume CVVH can eliminate cytokines more effidently than low-volume CVVH. The survival rate is related to the decrease extent of TNF-α and IL-1β. The adsorptive saturation time of filter membranes are different under different filtration rate condition. The filter should be changed timely once filter membrane adsorption is saturated.展开更多
AIM: To investigate whether anti-H pylori antibodies have cross-reaction with antigens of erythrocyte membrane. METHODS: Blood samples were collected from 14 volunteers (8 positive and 6 negative for Hpylori detect...AIM: To investigate whether anti-H pylori antibodies have cross-reaction with antigens of erythrocyte membrane. METHODS: Blood samples were collected from 14 volunteers (8 positive and 6 negative for Hpylori detected by ^13C-urea breath test) of the general population. Erythrocyte membrane proteins of the subjects were examined by Western blot using anti-H pylori serum. The proteins related to the positive bands were identified by mass spectrum analysis. RESULTS: Anti-Hpylori antibodies had cross-reaction with the proteins of about 50 kDa of erythrocyte membranes in all samples independent of H pylori infection. One protein in the positive band was identified as Chain S, the crystal structure of the cytoplasmic domain of human erythrocyte Band-3 protein. CONCLUSION: Anti-HpyloH antibodies cross-react with some antigens of human erythrocyte membrane, which may provide a clue for the relationship between Hpylori infection and vascular disorders.展开更多
MEDIASTINAL cavernous hemangioma is a kind of primary mediastinal mesenchymal tumor that occurs rarely in any age. It was first reported by Shennon in 1914. In this study we reported a case of mediastinal cavernous he...MEDIASTINAL cavernous hemangioma is a kind of primary mediastinal mesenchymal tumor that occurs rarely in any age. It was first reported by Shennon in 1914. In this study we reported a case of mediastinal cavernous hemangioma with abnormal vessel originating from left brachiocephalic vein.展开更多
AIM: To assess the value of widely used clinical scores in the early identification of acute pancreatitis (AP) patients who are likely to suffer from intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment s...AIM: To assess the value of widely used clinical scores in the early identification of acute pancreatitis (AP) patients who are likely to suffer from intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS).METHODS: Patients (η = 44) with AP recruited in this study were divided into two groups (ACS and non-ACS) according to intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) determined by indirect measurement using the transvesical route via Foley bladder catheter. On admission and at regular intervals, the severity of the AP and presence of organ dysfunction were assessed utilizing different multifactorial prognostic systems: Glasgow-Imrie score, Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation Ⅱ (APACHE-Ⅱ) score, and Multiorgan Dysfunction Score (MODS). The diagnostic performance of scores predicting ACS development, cut-off values and specificity and sensitivity were established using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis.RESULTS: The incidence of ACS in our study population was 19.35%. IAP at admission in the ACS group was 22.0 (18.5-25.0) mmHg and 9.25 (3.0-12.4) mmHg in the non-ACS group (P 〈 0.01). Univariate statistical analysis revealed that patients in the ACS group had significantly higher multifactorial clinical scores (APACHE Ⅱ, Glasgow-Imrie and MODS) on admission and higher maximal scores during hospitalization (P 〈 0.01). ROC curve analysis revealed that APACHE Ⅱ, Glasgow-Imrie, and MODS are valuable tools for early prediction of ACS with high sensitivity and specificity, and that cut-off values are similar to those used for stratification of patients with severe acute pancreatitis (SAP).CONCLUSION: IAH and ACS are rare findings in patients with mild AR Based on the results of our study we recommend measuring the IAP in cases when patients present with SAP (APACHE Ⅱ 〉 7; MODS 〉 2 or Glasgow-Imrie score 〉 3).展开更多
Objective To evaluate the feasibility of contrast enhanced three-dimensional(3D)magnetic resonance angiography(MRA)in identifying the systemic blood supply in pulmonary sequestration.Methods Three patients who were su...Objective To evaluate the feasibility of contrast enhanced three-dimensional(3D)magnetic resonance angiography(MRA)in identifying the systemic blood supply in pulmonary sequestration.Methods Three patients who were suspected of pulmonary sequestration were examined by contrast enhanced 3D MRA.MR images were compared with surgical findings.Results Contrast enhanced 3D MRA clearly demonstrated systemic arteries from the descending thoracic aorta supplying the basilar segments of the lower lobe in each case.Pulmonary veins from these segments,which drained into the left atrium in two cases,were also detected.MRA images were consistent with those observed in surgery.Conclusion Contrast enhanced 3D MRA allows accurate diagnosis of pulmonary sequestration and may obviate the need for more invasive investigations.展开更多
Lutembacher syndrome, a combination of congenital atrial septal defect ( ASD ) complicated by acquired mitral stenosis, has been traditionally treated by open-heart surgery. With the introduction of transcatheter ...Lutembacher syndrome, a combination of congenital atrial septal defect ( ASD ) complicated by acquired mitral stenosis, has been traditionally treated by open-heart surgery. With the introduction of transcatheter closure of ASD and percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty, then Lutembacher syndrome can be treated percutaneously. Percutaneous management of Lutembacher syndrome can obviate the morbidity and mortality associated with cardiac surgery, the psychological trauma of a thoracotomy scar and the possibility of repeat thoracotomy for mitral restenosis. So the technique may be ideal for treatment of Lutembacher syndrome.展开更多
This survey was designed to clarify the current understanding and clinical management of intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH)/abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) among intensive care physicians in tertiary Chinese ...This survey was designed to clarify the current understanding and clinical management of intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH)/abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) among intensive care physicians in tertiary Chinese hospitals. A postal twenty-question questionnaire was sent to 141 physicians in different intensive care units (ICUs). A total of 108 (76.6%) questionnaires were returned. Among these, three quarters worked in combined medical-surgical ICUs and nearly 80% had primary training in internal or emergency medicine. Average ICU beds, annual admission, ICU length of stay, acute physiology and chronic health evaluation (APACHE)II score, and mortality were 18.2 beds, 764.5 cases, 8.3 d, 19.4, and 21.1%, respectively. Of the respondents, 30.6% never measured intra-abdominal pressure (IAP). Although the vast majority of the ICUs adopted the exclusively transvesicular method, the over- whelming majority (88.0%) only measured lAP when there was a clinical suspicion of IAH/ACS and only 29.3% measured either often or routinely. Moreover, 84.0% used the wrong priming saline volume while 88.0% zeroed at reference points which were not in consistence with the standard method for lAP monitoring recommended by the World Society of Abdominal Compartment Syndrome. ACS was suspected mainly when there was a distended ab- domen (92%), worsening oliguria (80%), and increased ventilatory support requirement (68%). Common causes for IAH/ACS were "third-spacing from massive volume resuscitation in different settings" (88%), "intra-abdominal bleeding", and "liver failure with ascites" (52% for both). Though 60% respondents would recommend surgical decompression when the lAP exceeded 25 mmHg, accompanied by signs of organ dysfunction, nearly three quarters of re- spondents preferred diuresis and dialysis. A total of 68% of respondents would recommend paracentesis in the treatment for ACS. In conclusion, urgent systematic education is absolutely necessary for most intensive care physicians in China to help to establish clear diagnostic criteria and appropriate management for these common, but life-threatening, diseases.展开更多
For the therapies of diabetes mellitus, a uovel mathematical model with two state impulses: impulsive injection of insulin and impulsive injection of glucagon, is proposed. To avoid hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, th...For the therapies of diabetes mellitus, a uovel mathematical model with two state impulses: impulsive injection of insulin and impulsive injection of glucagon, is proposed. To avoid hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, the injections of insulin and glucagon are determined by closely monitoring the plasma glucose level of the patients. By using differential equation geometry theory, the existence of periodic solution and the attrac- tion region of the system have been obtained, which ensures that injections in such an automated way can keep the blood glucose concentration under control. The simula- tion results verify that the better insulin injection strategy in closed-loop control is a larger dose but longer interval rather than a smaller dose but shorter interval. Besides, our numerical analysis reveals that medicine studies and practice that slow down the insulin degradation are helpful for the plasma glucose control. Our findings can provide significant guidance in both design of artificial pancreas and clinical treatment.展开更多
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province,No. 2002C257
文摘AIM: To investigate whether continuous veno-venous hemofiltration (CVVH) in different filtration rate to eliminate cytokines would result in different efficiency in acute pancreatitis, whether the saturation time of filter membrane was related to different filtration rate, and whether the onset time of CWH could influence the survival of acute pancreatitis. METHODS: Thirty-seven patients were classified into four groups randomly. Group 1 underwent low-volume CVVH within 48 h of the onset of abdominal pain (early CVVH, n = 9). Group 2 received low-volume CVVH after 96 h of the onset of abdominal pain (late CVVH, n= 10). Group 3 underwent high-volume CVVH within 48 h of the onset of abdominal pain (early CVVH, n = 9). Group 4 received high-volume CVVH after 96 h of theonset of abdominal pain (late CVVH, n = 9). CVVH was sustained for at least 72 h. Blood was taken before hemofiltration, and ultrafiltrate was collected at the start of CVVH and every 12 h during CVVH period for the purpose of measuring the concentrations of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6. The concentrations of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6 were measured by swine-specific ELISA. The Solartron 1 255 B frequency response analyzer (British) was used to observe the resistance of filter membrane. RESULTS: The survival rate had a significant difference (94.44% vs68.42%, P〈0.01) high-volume and low-volume CVVH patients. The survival rate had also a significant difference (88.89% vs 73.68%, P〈0.05) between early and late CVVH patients. The hemodynamic deterioration (MAP, HR, CVP) was less severe in groups 4 and 1 bhan that in group 2, and in group 3 than in group 4. The adsorptive saturation time of filters membranes was 120-180 min if the filtration rate was 1 000-4 000 mL/h. After the first, second and third new hemofilters were changed, serum TNF-α concentrations had a negative correlationwith resistance (r: -0.91, -0.89, and -0.86, respectively in group 1; -0.89, -0.85, and -0.76, respectively in group 2; -0.88, -0.92, and -0.82, respectively in group 3; -0.84, -0.87, and -0.79, respectively in group 4). The decreasing extent of TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6 was significantly different between group 3 and group I (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05, IL-6 P〈0.01), between group 4 and group 2 (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05, IL-6 P〈0.01), between group 1 and group 2 (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05, IL-6 P〈0.05), and between group 3 and group 4 (TNF-α P〈0.01, IL-1β P〈0.01, IL-6 P〈0.05), respectively during CVVH period. The decreasing extent of TNF-α and IL-1β was also significantly different between survival patients and dead patients (TNF-α P〈0.05, IL-1β P〈0.05). In survival patients, serum concentration of TNF-α and IL-1β decreased more significantly than that in dead patients. CONCLUSION: High-volume and early CWH improve hemodynamic deterioration and survival in acute pancreatitis patients. High-volume CVVH can eliminate cytokines more effidently than low-volume CVVH. The survival rate is related to the decrease extent of TNF-α and IL-1β. The adsorptive saturation time of filter membranes are different under different filtration rate condition. The filter should be changed timely once filter membrane adsorption is saturated.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No. 30370078
文摘AIM: To investigate whether anti-H pylori antibodies have cross-reaction with antigens of erythrocyte membrane. METHODS: Blood samples were collected from 14 volunteers (8 positive and 6 negative for Hpylori detected by ^13C-urea breath test) of the general population. Erythrocyte membrane proteins of the subjects were examined by Western blot using anti-H pylori serum. The proteins related to the positive bands were identified by mass spectrum analysis. RESULTS: Anti-Hpylori antibodies had cross-reaction with the proteins of about 50 kDa of erythrocyte membranes in all samples independent of H pylori infection. One protein in the positive band was identified as Chain S, the crystal structure of the cytoplasmic domain of human erythrocyte Band-3 protein. CONCLUSION: Anti-HpyloH antibodies cross-react with some antigens of human erythrocyte membrane, which may provide a clue for the relationship between Hpylori infection and vascular disorders.
文摘MEDIASTINAL cavernous hemangioma is a kind of primary mediastinal mesenchymal tumor that occurs rarely in any age. It was first reported by Shennon in 1914. In this study we reported a case of mediastinal cavernous hemangioma with abnormal vessel originating from left brachiocephalic vein.
文摘AIM: To assess the value of widely used clinical scores in the early identification of acute pancreatitis (AP) patients who are likely to suffer from intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS).METHODS: Patients (η = 44) with AP recruited in this study were divided into two groups (ACS and non-ACS) according to intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) determined by indirect measurement using the transvesical route via Foley bladder catheter. On admission and at regular intervals, the severity of the AP and presence of organ dysfunction were assessed utilizing different multifactorial prognostic systems: Glasgow-Imrie score, Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation Ⅱ (APACHE-Ⅱ) score, and Multiorgan Dysfunction Score (MODS). The diagnostic performance of scores predicting ACS development, cut-off values and specificity and sensitivity were established using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis.RESULTS: The incidence of ACS in our study population was 19.35%. IAP at admission in the ACS group was 22.0 (18.5-25.0) mmHg and 9.25 (3.0-12.4) mmHg in the non-ACS group (P 〈 0.01). Univariate statistical analysis revealed that patients in the ACS group had significantly higher multifactorial clinical scores (APACHE Ⅱ, Glasgow-Imrie and MODS) on admission and higher maximal scores during hospitalization (P 〈 0.01). ROC curve analysis revealed that APACHE Ⅱ, Glasgow-Imrie, and MODS are valuable tools for early prediction of ACS with high sensitivity and specificity, and that cut-off values are similar to those used for stratification of patients with severe acute pancreatitis (SAP).CONCLUSION: IAH and ACS are rare findings in patients with mild AR Based on the results of our study we recommend measuring the IAP in cases when patients present with SAP (APACHE Ⅱ 〉 7; MODS 〉 2 or Glasgow-Imrie score 〉 3).
文摘Objective To evaluate the feasibility of contrast enhanced three-dimensional(3D)magnetic resonance angiography(MRA)in identifying the systemic blood supply in pulmonary sequestration.Methods Three patients who were suspected of pulmonary sequestration were examined by contrast enhanced 3D MRA.MR images were compared with surgical findings.Results Contrast enhanced 3D MRA clearly demonstrated systemic arteries from the descending thoracic aorta supplying the basilar segments of the lower lobe in each case.Pulmonary veins from these segments,which drained into the left atrium in two cases,were also detected.MRA images were consistent with those observed in surgery.Conclusion Contrast enhanced 3D MRA allows accurate diagnosis of pulmonary sequestration and may obviate the need for more invasive investigations.
文摘Lutembacher syndrome, a combination of congenital atrial septal defect ( ASD ) complicated by acquired mitral stenosis, has been traditionally treated by open-heart surgery. With the introduction of transcatheter closure of ASD and percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty, then Lutembacher syndrome can be treated percutaneously. Percutaneous management of Lutembacher syndrome can obviate the morbidity and mortality associated with cardiac surgery, the psychological trauma of a thoracotomy scar and the possibility of repeat thoracotomy for mitral restenosis. So the technique may be ideal for treatment of Lutembacher syndrome.
基金supported by the Medical Scientific Research Foundation of Zhejiang Province, China (No. 2010KYA109)the Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Zhejiang Province, China (No. 2010ZB080)
文摘This survey was designed to clarify the current understanding and clinical management of intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH)/abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) among intensive care physicians in tertiary Chinese hospitals. A postal twenty-question questionnaire was sent to 141 physicians in different intensive care units (ICUs). A total of 108 (76.6%) questionnaires were returned. Among these, three quarters worked in combined medical-surgical ICUs and nearly 80% had primary training in internal or emergency medicine. Average ICU beds, annual admission, ICU length of stay, acute physiology and chronic health evaluation (APACHE)II score, and mortality were 18.2 beds, 764.5 cases, 8.3 d, 19.4, and 21.1%, respectively. Of the respondents, 30.6% never measured intra-abdominal pressure (IAP). Although the vast majority of the ICUs adopted the exclusively transvesicular method, the over- whelming majority (88.0%) only measured lAP when there was a clinical suspicion of IAH/ACS and only 29.3% measured either often or routinely. Moreover, 84.0% used the wrong priming saline volume while 88.0% zeroed at reference points which were not in consistence with the standard method for lAP monitoring recommended by the World Society of Abdominal Compartment Syndrome. ACS was suspected mainly when there was a distended ab- domen (92%), worsening oliguria (80%), and increased ventilatory support requirement (68%). Common causes for IAH/ACS were "third-spacing from massive volume resuscitation in different settings" (88%), "intra-abdominal bleeding", and "liver failure with ascites" (52% for both). Though 60% respondents would recommend surgical decompression when the lAP exceeded 25 mmHg, accompanied by signs of organ dysfunction, nearly three quarters of re- spondents preferred diuresis and dialysis. A total of 68% of respondents would recommend paracentesis in the treatment for ACS. In conclusion, urgent systematic education is absolutely necessary for most intensive care physicians in China to help to establish clear diagnostic criteria and appropriate management for these common, but life-threatening, diseases.
文摘For the therapies of diabetes mellitus, a uovel mathematical model with two state impulses: impulsive injection of insulin and impulsive injection of glucagon, is proposed. To avoid hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, the injections of insulin and glucagon are determined by closely monitoring the plasma glucose level of the patients. By using differential equation geometry theory, the existence of periodic solution and the attrac- tion region of the system have been obtained, which ensures that injections in such an automated way can keep the blood glucose concentration under control. The simula- tion results verify that the better insulin injection strategy in closed-loop control is a larger dose but longer interval rather than a smaller dose but shorter interval. Besides, our numerical analysis reveals that medicine studies and practice that slow down the insulin degradation are helpful for the plasma glucose control. Our findings can provide significant guidance in both design of artificial pancreas and clinical treatment.