Oxidative Stress in Patients With Acute Coxsackie Virus Myocarditis

Objective To study the state of oxidative stress in patients with acute coxsackie virusmyocarditis (ACM), and to investigate the pathological chain reactions of a series of freeradicals and oxidative and lipoperoxidative damages in their bodies. Methods Eighty ACMpatients and 80 healthy adult volunteers (HAV) were enrolled in a case-control study, inwhich concentrations of nitric oxide (NO) in plasma, lipoperoxides (LPO) in plasma andLPO in erythrocytes (RBC), vitamin C (VC), vitamin E (VE) and b-carotene (b-CAR) inplasma as well as activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathioneperoxidase (GSH-Px) in RBC were determined by using spectrophotometric assays. ResultsCompared with the average values (AV) of the above biochemical parameters (BP) in theHAV group, the AV of NO in plasma, and LPO in plasma and RBC in the ACM group weresignificantly increased (P=0.0001), while the AV of VC, VE, b-CAR, SOD, CAT and GSH-Px in the ACM group were significantly decreased (P=0.0001). The values of the above BPwere used to estimate the relative risk ratio (RR) between the ACM group and the HAVgroup; the RR and its 95 % confidence interval were 12.467 (5.745~27.051), 4.333(2.126~8.834), 6.517 (3.225~13.618), 3.310 (1.598~6.858), 31.000 (12.611~76.201),4.663 (2.228~9.759), 11.769 (5.440~25.462), 3.043 (1.486~6.229) and 6.594 (3.045~14.281)respectively, and their P levels ranged from 0.002 to 0.0001. The results were asfollows: D = 22.143 - 0.017SOD + 0.008NO + 0.244LPO in RBC, Eigenvalue = 13.659,Canonical correlation = 0.965, Wilks’λ= 0.068, c2 = 420.212, P = 0.0001. The correct rateof discrimination to the ACM group and to the HAV group was 87.5% and 95.0 %, respectively,and 91.3 % of originally grouped cases was correctly classified. Conclusion The findingsin this study suggested that the oxidative stress in bodies of ACM patients was severelyaggravated, and marked high oxidative constituents and low antioxidants and antioxidasesin the human body might increase the relative risk of inducing acute coxsackie virusmyocarditis, and measuring the values of NO in plasma, SOD and LPO in RBC mightincrease the correct rates of discriminatory analysis of the ACM.

Experimental infection of tree shrews(Tupaia belangeri) with Coxsackie virus A16

Coxsackie virus A16(CA16) is commonly recognized as one of the main human pathogens of hand-foot-mouth disease(HFMD). The clinical manifestations of HFMD include vesicles of hand, foot and mouth in young children and severe inflammatory CNS lesions. In this study, experimentally CA16 infected tree shrews(Tupaia belangeri) were used to investigate CA16 pathogenesis. The results showed that both the body temperature and the percentages of blood neutrophilic granulocytes / monocytes of CA16 infected tree shrews increased at 4-7 days post infection. Dynamic distributions of CA16 in different tissues and stools were found at different infection stages. Moreover, the pathological changes in CNS and other organs were also observed. These findings indicate that tree shrews can be used as a viable animal model to study CA16 infection.

Circulating Adhesion Molecules in Patients with Keshan Disease and Their Relationship with Coxsackie B Virus Infection

This study determined the levels of serum soluble intercellular adhesion molecule-1 （sI-CAM-l） and soluble vascular cell adhesion molecular-1 （sVCAM-1） in patients with different types of Keshan disease （KD）, examined the relationship between Coxsackie B virus-specific IgM antibody （CBV-IgM） and slCAM-1 or sVCAM-1 in KD patients, and investigated the role of these adhesion molecules in the pathogenesis of KD and their clinical implications. The levels of serum slCAM-1, sVCAM-1 and CBV-IgM were measured by using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay in 22 patients with chronic Keshan disease （CKD）, 27 with latent Keshan disease （LKD） and 28 healthy controis. The subjects in different groups were adjusted for sex and age. Echocardiography was adopted to determine left ventricular ejection fraction （LVEF） in 22 patients with CKD. The results showed that CKD patients had significantly higher levels of slCAM-1 and sVCAM-1 than LKD patients and healthy controls （P〈0.01 for all）. And there was significant difference in the levels of the 2 adhesion molecules between LKD patients and healthy controls （P〈0.05）. A negative correlation was found between LVEF and slCAM-1 or sVCAM-1 in CKD patients. The percentage of CBV-specific IgM positive individuals in KD patients was significantly higher than that of healthy controls. In CVB-specific IgM positive patients, the levels of serum slCAM-1 and sVCAM-1 were significantly greater than those in CBV-specific IgM negative counterpart. It was concluded that the increase in the levels of slCAM-1 and sVCAM-1 suggests the progression of inflammation in KD. slCAM-1 and sVCAM-1 can promote the development of myocardial pathology and lead to poor myocardial function. The increased serum slCAM-1 and sVCAM-1 in KD patients may be related to CBV infection.

Antiviral Effect of Interferon-Induced Guanylate Binding Protein-1 against Coxsackie Virus and Hepatitis B Virus B3 in Vitro

Guanylate binding protein-1(GBP-1)is an interferon-induced protein.To observe its antiviral effect against Hepatitis B virus(HBV)and Coxsackie virus B3(CVB3),we constructed an eukaryotic expression vector of human GBP-1(hGBP-1).Full-length encoding sequence of hGBP-1 was amplified by long chain RT-PCR and inserted into a pCR2.1 vector,then subcloned into a pCDNA3.1(-)vector.Recombinant hGBP-1 plasmids and pHBV1.3 carrying 1.3-fold genome of HBV were contransfected into HepG2 cells,and inhibition effect of hGBP-1 against HBV replication was observed.Hela cells transfected with recombinant hGBP-1 plasmids were challenged with CVB3,and viral yield in cultures were detected.The results indicated that recombinant eukaryotic expression plasmid of hGBP-1 was constructed successfully and the hGBP-1 gene carried in this plasmid could be efficiently expressed in HepG2 cells and Hela cells.hGBP-1 inhibit CVB3 but not HBV replication in vitro.These results demonstrate that hGBP-1 mediates an antiviral effect against CVB3 but not HBV and perhaps plays an important role in the interferon-mediated antiviral response against CVB3.

Design,synthesis and biological activity of some novel benzimidazole derivatives against Coxsackie virus B_3

A series of novel benzimidazole derivatives was synthesized and their anti-Coxsackie virus B3 （CVB3） activity was evaluated in VERO ceils. Compounds 9 and 10 exhibited better inhibitory activity than those of ribavirin （RBV） with IC50 values of 5.30 and 1.06 μg/mL, respectively. ？2009 Xian Jin Luo. Published by Elsevier B.V. on behalf of Chinese Chemical Society. All rights reserved.

Positive correlation between latent Epstein-Barr virus infection and severity of illness in inflammatory bowel disease patients

BACKGROUND Emerging studies indicate the critical involvement of microorganisms,such as Epstein-Barr virus(EBV),in the pathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disease(IBD).Immunosuppressive therapies for IBD can reactivate latent EBV,complicating the clinical course of IBD.Moreover,the clinical significance of EBV expression in B lymphocytes derived from IBD patients’intestinal tissues has not been explored in detail.AIM To explore the clinical significance of latent EBV infection in IBD patients.METHODS Latent EBV infection was determined by double staining for EBV encoded RNA and CD20 in colon specimens of 43 IBD patients who underwent bowel resection.Based on the staining results,the patients were divided into two groups,according to their latent EBV infection states-negative(n=33)and positive(n=10).Illness severity of IBD were assigned according to Crohn’s disease activity index(ulcerative colitis)and Mayo staging system(Crohn’s disease).The clinicpathological data were analyzed between the two different latent EBV groups and also between the mild-to-moderate and severe disease groups.RESULTS Systolic pressure(P=0.005),variety of disease(P=0.005),the severity of illness(P=0.002),and pre-op corticosteroids(P=0.025)were significantly different between the EBV-negative and EBV-positive groups.Systolic pressure(P=0.001),variety of disease(P=0.000),pre-op corticosteroids(P=0.011)and EBV infection(P=0.003)were significantly different between the mild-to-moderate and severe disease groups.CONCLUSION IBD patients with latent EBV infection may manifest more severe illnesses.It is suggested that the role of EBV in IBD development should be further investigated,latent EBV infection in patients with serious IBD should be closely monitored,and therapeutic course should be optimized.

Hepatitis A virus-associated acute acalculous cholecystitis in an adult-onset Still’s disease patient:A case report and review of the literature

BACKGROUND Acute acalculous cholecystitis(AAC)is inflammation of the gallbladder without evidence of calculi.Although rarely reported,its etiologies include hepatitis virus infection(e.g.,hepatitis A virus,HAV)and adult-onset Still’s disease(AOSD).There are no reports of HAV-associated AAC in an AOSD patient.CASE SUMMARY Here we report a rare case of HAV infection-associated AAC in a 39-year-old woman who had a history of AOSD.The patient presented with an acute abdomen and hypotension.Elevated hepatobiliary enzymes and a thickened and distended gallbladder without gallstones on ultrasonography suggested AAC,but there were no signs of anemia nor thrombocytopenia.Serological screening revealed anti-HAV IgM antibodies.Steroid treatment did not alleviate her symptoms,and she was referred for laparoscopic cholecystectomy.The resected gallbladder was hydropic without perforation,and her clinical signs gradually improved after surgery.CONCLUSION AAC can be caused by HAV in AOSD patients.It is crucial to search for the underlying etiology for AAC,especially uncommon viral causes.

Crohn’s disease in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patient:A case report

BACKGROUND Inflammatory bowel disease(IBD)is an autoimmune condition treated with immunosuppressive drugs.However,the need for immune system suppression becomes questionable when infection with the human immunodeficiency virus(HIV)occurs simultaneously and impacts the course of IBD.Our reported case represents the clinical course,prescribed treatment and its effect,as well as clinical challenges faced by physicians in a combination of such diseases.We also present a comprehensive literature review of similar cases.CASE SUMMARY A 49-year-old woman suffering from a newly diagnosed Crohn’s disease was hospitalized due to exacerbated symptoms(abdominal pain,fever,and weight loss).During her hospital stay,she tested positive for HIV.With conservative treatment,the patient improved and was discharged.In the outpatient clinic,her HIV infection was confirmed as stage C3,and antiretroviral treatment was initiated immediately.That notwithstanding,soon the patient was rehospitalized with pulmonary embolism and developed a series of complications because of the subsequent coexistence of IBD and HIV.After intensive and meticulous treatment,the patient’s condition has improved and she remains in remission.CONCLUSION The paucity of studies and data on the coexistence of HIV and IBD leaves clinicians doubting the optimal treatment options.

牛磺酸对培养大鼠心肌细胞感染 Coxsackie B_3 病毒的影响

目的：观察牛磺酸对病毒性心肌炎模型的保护作用。方法：取新生ＳＤ大鼠心室肌制备培养搏动心肌细胞，１８ｈ后接种１００ＴＣＩＤ５０的ＣｏｘｓａｃｋｉｅＢ３病毒（ＣＶＢ３）做为实验性病毒性心肌炎模型。结果：牛磺酸能剂量依赖性地减少感染ＣＶＢ３后心肌细胞乳酸脱氢酶、天冬氨酸氨基转移酶的释放，降低上清液的病毒滴度，对搏动停止、细胞病变及超微结构均有保护作用，并发现感染ＣＶＢ３后心肌细胞内牛磺酸含量下降。结论：临床应用牛磺酸治疗病毒性心肌炎有实验依据。

牛磺酸对实验性小鼠Coxsackie B3病毒性心肌炎的疗效研究

用Coxsackie B3病毒(CV B3)感染BALB/C小鼠建立实验性病毒心肌炎(VMC)模型,观察了牛磺酸对此模型的作用.结果发现,牛磺酸能减少感染病毒后小鼠的死亡只数,减轻心肌组织病理损害,减少感染CVB3后ECG的异常变化,加快血清及心肌CVB3RNA转阴,感染CVB3后血清牛磺酸浓度明显增加.本实验结果显示,牛磺酸对实验性VMC具有良好的保护作用.

水飞蓟宾对培养心肌细胞感染Coxsackie B_5病毒的保护作用

本文介绍用微孔培养板取代培养瓶培养新生大鼠心肌细胞,并用400 TCI_(50) 0.05 ml/孔CoxsackieB_5病毒感染心肌细胞.在感染后1,6、24及36h分别加入水飞蓟宾,观察到用水飞蓟宾后培养液中LDH、GOT均低于病毒对照组,感染后DNA合成率明显高于病毒对照组,以及96 h受感染细胞培养液中病毒滴度(Lg 3.95 TCID_(50))明显低于病毒对照组(Lg 6.95 TCID_(50)).本实验结果提示水飞蓟宾对Coxsackie B_5病毒感染培养的心肌细胞有明显保护作用,尤其是在感染后1～6 h给药,效果更好。

应用嗜鼠心肌Coxsackie B_3病毒反复感染致BALB/c小鼠心肌损伤

应用嗜鼠心肌ＣｏｘｓａｃｋｉｅＢ３病毒（ＣＶＢ３ｍ）给ＢＡＬＢ／Ｃ小鼠重复腹腔注射，连续３次，间隔３０天，末次注射后１０天处死小鼠。光学显微镜检查发现，小鼠心肌可见不同时期的病灶（坏死灶、瘢痕），心肌损伤检出率达１００％。应用ＴＵＮＥＬ法检测发现，８２．５０％感染组鼠心肌中可见散在心肌细胞凋亡，与对照组（２３．０８％）比较，Ｐ＜０．０１，有极显著性差异。提示ＣＶＢ３ｍ重复感染可致ＢＡＬＢ／Ｃ小鼠慢性心肌损伤，心肌细胞凋亡参与心肌损伤的发生与发展。

黄芪对BALB/C小鼠感染Coxsackie B_3病毒后T细胞免疫的影响

本文用抗原特异性细胞毒技术检测小鼠感染coxsackie B_3病毒后并腹腔注射黄芪一周在5—28天脾脏、外周血及心肌中T淋巴细胞亚群分布的变化情况。结果显示:黄芪治疗组小鼠外周血、脾脏中Thy1+细胞百分率在感染后第7—14天明显增高(P<0.05),在心肌中则低于同期生理盐水组。L3T4+淋巴细胞百分率黄芪治疗组在病毒感染后5—14天的脾脏,第9天的外周血和第7、14天的心肌中显著低于生理盐水组,而Lyt2+淋巴细胞百分率两实验组间均无统计学差异,提示中药黄芪对急性病毒性心肌炎小鼠T细胞免疫具有明显的调节作用,且主要是通过调节Thy1+和L3T4+淋巴细胞亚群而起到治疗目的的。

密度梯度离心法提纯Coxsackie B_3病毒的实验研究

本文用庶糖密度梯度离心法提纯Coxsackie B_3病毒。用不同转子、不同转速和不同时间离心提取Coxsackie B_3病毒,病毒感染性试验检测结果表明,用S-27-2转子(约87400g)离心3h结果最佳,所得列的A、B、C3条区带中,C带病毒毒力较A、B两带可提高10^(8-10)倍。本实验方法在小RNA病毒提纯方面有参考价值,为Coxsackie B组病毒的分子病毒学研究提供了一种新的手段。

Coxsackie B-3病毒对BALB/C小鼠心肌超微结构的影响

ＢＡＬＢＣ小鼠腹腔注射柯萨奇Ｂ—３病毒后，第三天心肌呈现轻度弥散性病变，大多数细胞结构正常，少数细胞发生病变，心肌闰盘局部扩张，部分线粒体的嵴分解，基质内有少量细小的絮状物质，Ｚ线扭曲．第五天病灶增大，少数心肌细胞结构正常，大部分心肌细胞发生病变．闰盘双膜间隙加宽区域增多，线粒体中絮状高电子密度物质增加，肌原纤维出现肌节病变．至第七天，病灶进一步扩大，整个线粒体遍布钙化的絮状物，肌丝大面积溶解，且细胞间质明显增加．

Hepatitis B virus pre-S/S variants in liver diseases

Chronic hepatitis B is a global health problem. The clinical outcomes of chronic hepatitis B infection include asymptomatic carrier state, chronic hepatitis(CH), liver cirrhosis(LC), and hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC). Because of the spontaneous error rate inherent to viral reverse transcriptase, the hepatitis B virus(HBV) genome evolves during the course of infection under the antiviral pressure of host immunity. The clinical significance of pre-S/S variants has become increasingly recognized in patients with chronic HBV infection. Pre-S/S variants are often identified in hepatitis B carriers with CH, LC, and HCC, which suggests that these naturally occurring pre-S/S variants may contribute to the development of progressive liver damage and hepatocarcinogenesis. This paper reviews the function of the pre-S/S region along with recent findings related to the role of pre-S/S variants in liver diseases. According to the mutation type, five pre-S/S variants have been identified: pre-S deletion, pre-S point mutation, pre-S1 splice variant, C-terminus S point mutation, and pre-S/S nonsense mutation. Their associations with HBV genotype and the possible pathogenesis of pre-S/S variants are discussed. Different pre-S/S variants cause liver diseases through different mechanisms. Most cause the intracellular retention of HBV envelope proteins and induction of endoplasmic reticulum stress, which results in liver diseases. Pre-S/S variants should be routinely determined in HBV carriers to help identify individuals who may be at a high risk of less favorable liver disease progression. Additional investigations are required to explore the molecular mechanisms of the pre-S/S variants involved in the pathogenesis of each stage of liver disease.

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis caused by primary Epstein-Barr virus in patient with Crohn's disease

We present a case of a 19-year-old man with a 6-year history of Crohn's disease(CD), previously treated with 6-mercaptopurine, who was admitted to our department for Epstein-Barr virus(EBV) infection and subsequently developed a hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis(HLH). HLH is a rare disease which causes phagocytosis of all bone marrow derived cells. It can be a primary form as a autosomic recessive disease, or a secondary form associated with a variety of infections; EBV is the most common, the one with poorer prognosis. The incidence of lymphoproliferative disorders was increased in patients with inflammatory bowel disease(IBD) treated with thiopurines. Specific EBV-related clinical and virological management should be considered when treating a patient with IBD with immunosuppressive therapy. Moreover EBV infection in immunosuppressed patient can occur with more aggressive forms such as encephalitis and diffuse large B cell lymphoma. Our case confirms what is described in the literature; patients with IBD, particularly patients with CD receiving thiopurine therapy, who present 5 d of fever and cervical lymphadenopathy or previous evidence of lymphopenia should be screened for HLH.

Cloning and Identification of S Gene from Chinese Isolate TH-98 of Transmissible Gastroenteritis Virus

Chinese isolate of transmissible gastroenteritis virus(TGEV)was propagated and harvested in swine testicle(ST)cells.Two pairs of primers were designed according to the published sequence with Oligo 4.1 and DNasis softwares.The products of RT-PCR were named Sa and Sb,of 2.3kb and 2.1kb respectively.Sa was inserted in EcoR I and Kpn I sites after Sb was cloned in Kpn I and Pst I sites of the same pUC18 plasmid.The recombinant designated pUC-S was verified and analyzed by corresponding restriction endonuclease(RE)and nested PCR on the basis of genetic sites of S gene and physical map of pUC18 plasmid,which was identified as S gene from Chinese isolate of TGEV.