Objective:To analyze the effect of adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy on renal function, renal blood perfusion as well as connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) and transforming growth factor (TGF)-...Objective:To analyze the effect of adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy on renal function, renal blood perfusion as well as connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) and transforming growth factor (TGF)-β1 content in patients with chronic renal failure.Methods:80 patients with chronic renal insufficiency treated in our hospital between March 2013 and March 2016 were selected for study and randomly divided into observation group (n=40) and control group (n=40). Control group received conventional therapy and observation group received conventional + adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy. After 3 months of treatment, differences in renal function indexes, illness-related indexes, renal blood perfusion, CTGF and TGF-β1 content, and so on of two groups of patients were determined. Results: After 3 months of treatment, serum urea nitrogen (BUN), serum creatinine (Scr),β2 microglobulin (β2-MG), intermedin (IMD), fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23), cystatin C (CysC), CTGF and TGF-β1 content as well as 24 h urine albumin excretion rate (UAER) level in urine of observation group were significantly lower than those of control group (P<0.05) while glomerular filtration rate (GFR) level and serum adiponectin (APN) content were significantly higher than those of control group (P<0.05);renal perfusion parameters renal cortex Tmax (ATc) and medulla Tmax (ATm) levels of observation group were significantly lower than those of control group while cortex peak intensity change (ΔAc), medulla peak intensity change (ΔAm) and peak intensity (PI) levels were significantly higher than those of control group.Conclusions:Adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy can effectively control the overall condition of patients with chronic renal failure, and plays a positive role in improving renal function and increasing renal blood perfusion.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the effects of low central venous pressure (LVCP) on blood loss and evaluate its influence on renal function in patients undergoing hepatectomy. Methods: Forty-six patients, ASA classific...Objective: To investigate the effects of low central venous pressure (LVCP) on blood loss and evaluate its influence on renal function in patients undergoing hepatectomy. Methods: Forty-six patients, ASA classification Ⅰ-Ⅲ, undergoing liver resection were randomized into LCVP group (n = 23) and control group (n = 23). In LCVP group, CVP was maintained at 2-4 mmHg and MBP above 60 mmHg during hepatectomy, while in control group hepatectomy was performed routinely without lowering CVP. Volume of blood loss during hepatectomy, volume of blood transfusion, and changes of renal functions were compared between the two groups. Results: There were no significant differences in demographics, ASA score, type of hepatectomy, duration of inflow occlusion, operation time, weight of resected liver tissues, and renal functions between the two groups. LCVP group had a significantly lower volume of total intraoperative blood loss (P 〈 0.01) and RBC transfusion (P 〈 0.05). Conclusion: Lowering the CVP to less than 5 mmHg is a simple and effective technique to reduce blood loss and blood infusion during liver resection, and has no detrimental effects on renal functions.展开更多
AIM To investigate possible changes of blood glucose levels after oral intake of lactulose in healthy subjects.METHODS The study was performed as prospective, randomized, two-part study with 4-way cross-over design wi...AIM To investigate possible changes of blood glucose levels after oral intake of lactulose in healthy subjects.METHODS The study was performed as prospective, randomized, two-part study with 4-way cross-over design with n = 12 in each study arm. Capillary blood glucose levels were determined over a time period of 180 min after intake of a single dose of 10 g or 20 g lactulose provided as crystal or liquid formulation. During the manufacturing process of lactulose, impurities with sugars(e.g., lactose, fructose, galactose) occur. Water and 20 g glucose were used as control and reference. Because lactulose is used as a functional food ingredient, it may also be consumed by people with impaired glucose tolerance, including diabetics. Therefore, it is of interest to determine whether the described carbohydrate impurities may increase blood glucose levels after ingestion. RESULTS The blood glucose concentration-time curves after intake of 10 g lactulose, 20 g lactulose, and water were almost identical. None of the three applications showed any changes in blood glucose levels. After intake of 20 g glucose, blood glucose concentration increased by approximately 3 mmol/L(mean Cmax = 8.3 mmol/L), reaching maximum levels after approximately 30 min and returning to baseline within approximately 90 min, which was significantly different to the corresponding 20 g lactulose formulations(P < 0.0001). Comparing the two lactulose formulations, crystals and liquid, in the dosage of 10 g and 20 g, there was no difference in the blood glucose profile and calculated pharmacokinetic parameters despite the different amounts of carbohydrate impurities(1.5% for crystals and 26.45% for liquid). Anyhow, the absolute amount of single sugars was low with 0.3 g in crystals and 5.29 g in liquid formulation in the 20 g dosages. Lactulose was well tolerated by most volunteers, and only some reported mild to moderate mainly gastrointestinal side effects. CONCLUSION The unchanged blood glucose levels after lactulose intake in healthy subjects suggest its safe use in subjects with impaired glucose tolerance.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the effect of different blood glucose levels on viscera injury, oxidative stress response and Wnt5a inflammatory pathway in children with sepsis.Methods:70 children with sepsis treated in our ...Objective:To investigate the effect of different blood glucose levels on viscera injury, oxidative stress response and Wnt5a inflammatory pathway in children with sepsis.Methods:70 children with sepsis treated in our hospital between January 2014 and December 2015 were retrospectively collected and divided into the sepsis group A (blood glucose>10 mmol/L) (n=29) and the sepsis group B (blood glucose ≤10 mmol/L) (n=41) according to the different blood glucose levels, and 50 healthy children who accepted vaccination and were with normal blood glucose levels in our hospital during the same period were selected as healthy control group. The day after admission, RIA method was used to determine liver function indexes;automatic biochemical analyzer was used to determine oxidative stress indexes;enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect Wnt5a inflammatory pathway index levels.Results: Liver function indexes total bilirubin (TBIL), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels of sepsis group A were higher than those of sepsis group B and healthy control group (P<0.05);oxidative stress indexes advanced protein oxidation products (AOPPs), lipid hydrogen peroxide (LHP), reactive oxygen species (ROS), and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were higher than those of sepsis group B and healthy control group while glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) level was lower than that of sepsis group B and healthy control group (P<0.05);serum Wnt5a inflammatory pathway indexes interleukin-1β (IL-1β), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-12 (IL-12) and macrophage inflammatory protein-1β (MIP-1β) levels were higher than those of sepsis group B and healthy control group (P<0.05).Conclusions:Sepsis children with high blood glucose are with severe liver function damage as well as intense oxidative stress and inflammatory response, which are the important indexes for severe illness and poor prognosis.展开更多
Objective: To observe the influence of high blood glucose fluctuation on the endothelial function of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) rats and the effects of Panax Quinquefolius Saponin (PQS) of stem and leaf. Met...Objective: To observe the influence of high blood glucose fluctuation on the endothelial function of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) rats and the effects of Panax Quinquefolius Saponin (PQS) of stem and leaf. Methods: The T2DM model was induced by intraperitoneal injection of a small dose of streptozotocin (STZ, 35 mg/kg) plus high fat and high caloric laboratory chow. Then, diabetic rats were divided into steady high blood glucose (SHG) group and fluctuant high blood glucose (FHG) group according to fasting blood glucose coefficient of variation (FBG-CV), and then, the FHG group rats were divided into 4 groups according to the level of FBG-CV and fasting blood glucose: PQS 30 mg/(kg·d) group, PQS 60 mg/(kg·d) group, metformin hydrochloride control (MHC) group, and FHG control group, 10 in each group. Meanwhile, 10 rats without any treatment were used as normal control (NOR) group. Eight weeks later, the aortic arteries histology, plasma hepatocyte growth factor (HGF), and serum nitric oxide (NO), endothelin-1 (ET-1), tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), and soluble intercellular adhesion molecule 1 (slCAM-1) were measured. Results: In comparison with the NOR group, the level of plasma HGF and serum NO, ET-1 and TNF-α, and slCAM-1 in SHG and FHG control groups were all significantly increased (P〈0.01); in comparison with the SHG group, plasma HGF and serum NO, ET-1, TNF-α, and slCAM-1 in FHG group were all significantly increased further (P〈0.01 or P〈0.05); meanwhile, in comparison with the FHG control group, the level of plasma HGF and serum NO, ET-1, TNF- α, and slCAM-1 in PQS and MHC groups were all decreased significantly (P〈0.01). However, comparison of the aortic arteries histology among groups showed no significant differences either before or after treatment. Conclusion: Blood glucose fluctuation could facilitate the development of vascular endothelial dysfunction in T2DM rats, while PQS could improve the endothelial function of T2DM rats with high blood glucose fluctuation, which may be related to its effects of relieving vessel stress, decreasing vasoconstrictor ET-1 production, preventing compensated increase of NO, and reducing inflammatory reaction.展开更多
Objective To study the effects of percutaneous renal artery intervention on renal function and blood pressure in patients with renal artery stenosis. Methods Eighty-seven patients with severe uni- or bi-lateral renal ...Objective To study the effects of percutaneous renal artery intervention on renal function and blood pressure in patients with renal artery stenosis. Methods Eighty-seven patients with severe uni- or bi-lateral renal artery stenosis (luminal diameter narrowing ≥70%) and clinical hypertension received renal artery stenting between January 2002 and December 2002. The changes in blood pressure and serum creatinine level and creatinine clearance (CCr) 48 hours after intervention and during 6 months of follow-up were assessed.Results Renal stenting was performed in 98 stenotic arteries of 87 patients,and the procedural success rate was 100%. Serum creatinine level was slightly elevated from (176±21) μmol/L to (179±11) μmol/L ( P =0.15) 48 hours after the procedure,but significantly decreased to (149±15) μmol/L at 6 months ( P <0.001). CCr was also greatly improved [(37±11) ml/min before versus (51±8) ml/min at 6 months,P <0.001]. During follow-up,61% of the patients experienced a normal renal function. Despite conventional medical treatment,systolic and diastolic blood pressures were also significantly decreased after stenting [(163±23)/(96±13) mm Hg before versus (148±12)/(79±15) mm Hg at 6 months,all P <0.001],and hypertension was well controlled in 67% of the patients at 6 months’ follow-up.Conclusion Renal artery stenting has a high success rate and is effective in improving renal function and blood pressure for patients with severe renal artery stenosis.展开更多
A major concern inhibiting some clinicians from embracing peritoneal dialysis(PD) as the preferred first modality of dialysis is the effects of PD solutions on the peritoneal membrane. These anatomical and functional ...A major concern inhibiting some clinicians from embracing peritoneal dialysis(PD) as the preferred first modality of dialysis is the effects of PD solutions on the peritoneal membrane. These anatomical and functional changes predispose to complications like peritonitis,encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis and ultrafiltration failure. In recent years, "biocompatible" and glucosesparing PD regimens have been developed to minimize damage to the peritoneal membrane. Can the use of these more expensive solutions be justified on current evidence? In this review of the literature, we explore how we may individualize the prescription of biocompatible PD fluid.展开更多
Patients with gastrointestinal bleeding often require large volume blood transfusion. Among the various side effects of blood transfusion,the increase of potassium levels is a serious one which is often overlooked. We...Patients with gastrointestinal bleeding often require large volume blood transfusion. Among the various side effects of blood transfusion,the increase of potassium levels is a serious one which is often overlooked. We report a case of severe hyperkalemia in a patient with gastric bleeding after large volume transfusion of packed red blood cells. The patient had hyperkalemia at baseline associated with his receiving medication as well as acute renal failure following hypovolemia. The baseline hyperkalemia was further aggravated after massive transfusions of packed red blood cells in a short period of time. The associated pathogenetic mechanisms resulting in the increase of potassium levels are presented. A number of risk factors which increase the risk of hyperkalemia after blood transfusion are discussed. Moreover,appropriate management strategies for the prevention of blood transfusion associated hyperkalemia are also presented. Physicians should always keep in mind the possibility of hyperkalemia in cases of blood transfusion.展开更多
Background and Objective:Self-monitoring of blood glucose(SMBG)is crucial for achieving a glycemic target and upholding blood glucose stability,both of which are the primary purpose of anti-diabetic treatments.However...Background and Objective:Self-monitoring of blood glucose(SMBG)is crucial for achieving a glycemic target and upholding blood glucose stability,both of which are the primary purpose of anti-diabetic treatments.However,the association between time in range(TIR),as assessed by SMBG,andβ-cell insulin secretion as well as insulin sensitivity remains unexplored.Therefore,this study aims to investigate the connections between TIR,derived from SMBG,and indices representingβ-cell functionality and insulin sensitivity.The primary objective of this study was to elucidate the relationship between short-term glycemic control(measured as points in range[PIR])and bothβ-cell function and insulin sensitivity.Methods:This cross-sectional study enrolled 472 hospitalized patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM).To assessβ-cell secretion capacity,we employed the insulin secretion-sensitivity index-2(ISSI-2)and(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index,while insulin sensitivity was evaluated using the Matsuda index and HOMA-IR.Since SMBG offers glucose data at specific point-in-time,we substituted TIR with PIR.According to clinical guidelines,values falling within the range of 3.9-10 mmol were considered"in range,"and the corresponding percentage was calculated as PIR.Results:We observed significant associations between higher PIR quartiles and increased ISSI-2,(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index,Matsuda index(increased)and HOMA-IR(decreased)(all P<0.001).PIR exhibited positive correlations with log ISSI-2(r=0.361,P<0.001),log(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index(r=0.482,P<0.001),and log Matsuda index(r=0.178,P<0.001)and negative correlations with log HOMA-IR(r=-0.288,P<0.001).Furthermore,PIR emerged as an independent risk factor for log ISSI-2,log(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index,log Matsuda index,and log HOMA-IR.Conclusion:PIR can serve as a valuable tool for assessingβ-cell function and insulin sensitivity.展开更多
BACKGROUND Physical activity levels are significantly lower in kidney transplant(KT)recipients compared to the general population.The effects of exercise training in KT recipients with diabetes mellitus remain unclear...BACKGROUND Physical activity levels are significantly lower in kidney transplant(KT)recipients compared to the general population.The effects of exercise training in KT recipients with diabetes mellitus remain unclear,and so little is known about the role of increased exercise on cardiovascular risk and metabolic profile of KT patients.AIM To investigate the effects of a 6-mo home-based exercise training program on functional capacity,glucose levels and lipid profile of diabetic KT patients.METHODS In total,21 type II diabetic KT recipients were randomly assigned into two groups:Exercise(n=11,aged 52.9±10.1 years)and control(n=10,aged 53.01±9.5 years).All participants at baseline and the end of the study underwent biochemical tests for fasting plasma glucose levels,glycated hemoglobin and lipid profile and cardiopulmonary exercise testing for maximum oxygen uptake[(VO2)peak]estimation.The exercise group followed a 6-mo supervised home-based aerobic and progressive resistance exercise program of moderate intensity 3 times per week,while the control group continued to receive usual care.RESULTS At the end of the 6-mo study,the exercise group had significantly lower values in fasting plasma glucose by 13.4%(from 120.6±28.9 mg/dL to 104.8±21.9 mg/dL,P=0.01),glycated hemoglobin by 1.5%(from 6.7%±0.4 to 6.6%±0.4,P=0.01)and triglycerides by 8.5%(from 164.7±14.8 mg/dL to 150.8±11.6 mg/dL,P<0.05)and higher values in high-density lipoprotein by 10.2%(from 51.4±8.8 mg/dL to 57.2±8.7 mg/dL,P<0.05)and(VO_(2))_(peak)by 4.7%(from 22.7±3.3 to 23.8±4.2,P=0.02)than the control group.There were statistically significant differences between the two groups at the end of the study for fasting plasma glucose(decreased by 9.6%,P<0.05),triglycerides(decreased by 4.5%,P=0.04)and(VO_(2))_(peak)(increased by 4.4%,P=0.01).Finally,after training,there was a moderate,positive linear relationship between(VO_(2))_(peak)and glycated hemoglobin in the exercise group(r=0.408,P=0.03).CONCLUSION The results demonstrated that a 6-mo home-based mixed type exercise training program can improve the functional capacity,levels of glucose and lipid profile of diabetic KT recipients.展开更多
Shuxuetong injection composed of leech(Hirudo nipponica Whitman) and earthworm(Pheretima aspergillum) has been used for the clinical treatment of acute stroke for many years in China. However, the precise neuroprotect...Shuxuetong injection composed of leech(Hirudo nipponica Whitman) and earthworm(Pheretima aspergillum) has been used for the clinical treatment of acute stroke for many years in China. However, the precise neuroprotective mechanism of Shuxuetong injection remains poorly understood. Here, cerebral microvascular endothelial cells(bEnd.3) were incubated in glucose-free Dulbecco's modified Eagle's medium containing 95% N_2/5% CO_2 for 6 hours, followed by high-glucose medium containing 95% O_2 and 5% CO_2 for 18 hours to establish an oxygen-glucose deprivation/reperfusion model. This in vitro cell model was administered Shuxuetong injection at 1/32, 1/64, and 1/128 concentrations(diluted 32-, 64-, and 128-times). Cell Counting Kit-8 assay was used to evaluate cell viability. A fluorescence method was used to measure lactate dehydrogenase, and a fluorescence microplate reader used to detect intracellular reactive oxygen species. A fluorescent probe was also used to measure mitochondrial superoxide production. A cell resistance meter was used to measure transepithelial resistance and examine integrity of monolayer cells. The fluorescein isothiocyanate-dextran test was performed to examine blood-brain barrier permeability. Real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction was performed to analyze mRNA expression levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha, interleukin-1β, interleukin-6, and inducible nitric oxide synthase. Western blot assay was performed to analyze expression of caspase-3, intercellular adhesion molecule 1, vascular cell adhesion molecule 1, occludin, vascular endothelial growth factor, cleaved caspase-3, B-cell lymphoma 2, phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase, extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase, nuclear factor-κB p65, I kappa B alpha, phosphorylated I kappa B alpha, I kappa B kinase, phosphorylated I kappa B kinase, claudin-5, and zonula occludens-1. Our results show that Shuxuetong injection increases bEnd.3 cell viability and B-cell lymphoma 2 expression, reduces cleaved caspase-3 expression, inhibits production of reactive oxygen species and mitochondrial superoxide, suppresses expression of tumor necrosis factor alpha, interleukin-1β, interleukin-6, inducible nitric oxide synthase mRNA, intercellular adhesion molecule-1, and vascular cell adhesion molecule-1, markedly increases transepithelial resistance, decreases blood-brain barrier permeability, upregulates claudin-5, occludin, and zonula occludens-1 expression, reduces nuclear factor-κB p65 and vascular endothelial growth factor expression, and reduces I kappa B alpha, extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase 1/2, and I kappa B kinase phosphorylation levels. Overall, these findings suggest that Shuxuetong injection has protective effects on brain microvascular endothelial cells after oxygen-glucose deprivation/reperfusion. Moreover, its protective effect is associated with reduction of mitochondrial superoxide production, inhibition of the inflammatory response, and inhibition of vascular endothelial growth factor, extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase 1/2, and the nuclear factor-κB p65 signaling pathway.展开更多
文摘Objective:To analyze the effect of adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy on renal function, renal blood perfusion as well as connective tissue growth factor (CTGF) and transforming growth factor (TGF)-β1 content in patients with chronic renal failure.Methods:80 patients with chronic renal insufficiency treated in our hospital between March 2013 and March 2016 were selected for study and randomly divided into observation group (n=40) and control group (n=40). Control group received conventional therapy and observation group received conventional + adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy. After 3 months of treatment, differences in renal function indexes, illness-related indexes, renal blood perfusion, CTGF and TGF-β1 content, and so on of two groups of patients were determined. Results: After 3 months of treatment, serum urea nitrogen (BUN), serum creatinine (Scr),β2 microglobulin (β2-MG), intermedin (IMD), fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF23), cystatin C (CysC), CTGF and TGF-β1 content as well as 24 h urine albumin excretion rate (UAER) level in urine of observation group were significantly lower than those of control group (P<0.05) while glomerular filtration rate (GFR) level and serum adiponectin (APN) content were significantly higher than those of control group (P<0.05);renal perfusion parameters renal cortex Tmax (ATc) and medulla Tmax (ATm) levels of observation group were significantly lower than those of control group while cortex peak intensity change (ΔAc), medulla peak intensity change (ΔAm) and peak intensity (PI) levels were significantly higher than those of control group.Conclusions:Adjuvant salvia miltiorrhiza and ligustrazine therapy can effectively control the overall condition of patients with chronic renal failure, and plays a positive role in improving renal function and increasing renal blood perfusion.
文摘Objective: To investigate the effects of low central venous pressure (LVCP) on blood loss and evaluate its influence on renal function in patients undergoing hepatectomy. Methods: Forty-six patients, ASA classification Ⅰ-Ⅲ, undergoing liver resection were randomized into LCVP group (n = 23) and control group (n = 23). In LCVP group, CVP was maintained at 2-4 mmHg and MBP above 60 mmHg during hepatectomy, while in control group hepatectomy was performed routinely without lowering CVP. Volume of blood loss during hepatectomy, volume of blood transfusion, and changes of renal functions were compared between the two groups. Results: There were no significant differences in demographics, ASA score, type of hepatectomy, duration of inflow occlusion, operation time, weight of resected liver tissues, and renal functions between the two groups. LCVP group had a significantly lower volume of total intraoperative blood loss (P 〈 0.01) and RBC transfusion (P 〈 0.05). Conclusion: Lowering the CVP to less than 5 mmHg is a simple and effective technique to reduce blood loss and blood infusion during liver resection, and has no detrimental effects on renal functions.
文摘AIM To investigate possible changes of blood glucose levels after oral intake of lactulose in healthy subjects.METHODS The study was performed as prospective, randomized, two-part study with 4-way cross-over design with n = 12 in each study arm. Capillary blood glucose levels were determined over a time period of 180 min after intake of a single dose of 10 g or 20 g lactulose provided as crystal or liquid formulation. During the manufacturing process of lactulose, impurities with sugars(e.g., lactose, fructose, galactose) occur. Water and 20 g glucose were used as control and reference. Because lactulose is used as a functional food ingredient, it may also be consumed by people with impaired glucose tolerance, including diabetics. Therefore, it is of interest to determine whether the described carbohydrate impurities may increase blood glucose levels after ingestion. RESULTS The blood glucose concentration-time curves after intake of 10 g lactulose, 20 g lactulose, and water were almost identical. None of the three applications showed any changes in blood glucose levels. After intake of 20 g glucose, blood glucose concentration increased by approximately 3 mmol/L(mean Cmax = 8.3 mmol/L), reaching maximum levels after approximately 30 min and returning to baseline within approximately 90 min, which was significantly different to the corresponding 20 g lactulose formulations(P < 0.0001). Comparing the two lactulose formulations, crystals and liquid, in the dosage of 10 g and 20 g, there was no difference in the blood glucose profile and calculated pharmacokinetic parameters despite the different amounts of carbohydrate impurities(1.5% for crystals and 26.45% for liquid). Anyhow, the absolute amount of single sugars was low with 0.3 g in crystals and 5.29 g in liquid formulation in the 20 g dosages. Lactulose was well tolerated by most volunteers, and only some reported mild to moderate mainly gastrointestinal side effects. CONCLUSION The unchanged blood glucose levels after lactulose intake in healthy subjects suggest its safe use in subjects with impaired glucose tolerance.
文摘Objective:To investigate the effect of different blood glucose levels on viscera injury, oxidative stress response and Wnt5a inflammatory pathway in children with sepsis.Methods:70 children with sepsis treated in our hospital between January 2014 and December 2015 were retrospectively collected and divided into the sepsis group A (blood glucose>10 mmol/L) (n=29) and the sepsis group B (blood glucose ≤10 mmol/L) (n=41) according to the different blood glucose levels, and 50 healthy children who accepted vaccination and were with normal blood glucose levels in our hospital during the same period were selected as healthy control group. The day after admission, RIA method was used to determine liver function indexes;automatic biochemical analyzer was used to determine oxidative stress indexes;enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect Wnt5a inflammatory pathway index levels.Results: Liver function indexes total bilirubin (TBIL), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels of sepsis group A were higher than those of sepsis group B and healthy control group (P<0.05);oxidative stress indexes advanced protein oxidation products (AOPPs), lipid hydrogen peroxide (LHP), reactive oxygen species (ROS), and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were higher than those of sepsis group B and healthy control group while glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) level was lower than that of sepsis group B and healthy control group (P<0.05);serum Wnt5a inflammatory pathway indexes interleukin-1β (IL-1β), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-12 (IL-12) and macrophage inflammatory protein-1β (MIP-1β) levels were higher than those of sepsis group B and healthy control group (P<0.05).Conclusions:Sepsis children with high blood glucose are with severe liver function damage as well as intense oxidative stress and inflammatory response, which are the important indexes for severe illness and poor prognosis.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81041038)
文摘Objective: To observe the influence of high blood glucose fluctuation on the endothelial function of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) rats and the effects of Panax Quinquefolius Saponin (PQS) of stem and leaf. Methods: The T2DM model was induced by intraperitoneal injection of a small dose of streptozotocin (STZ, 35 mg/kg) plus high fat and high caloric laboratory chow. Then, diabetic rats were divided into steady high blood glucose (SHG) group and fluctuant high blood glucose (FHG) group according to fasting blood glucose coefficient of variation (FBG-CV), and then, the FHG group rats were divided into 4 groups according to the level of FBG-CV and fasting blood glucose: PQS 30 mg/(kg·d) group, PQS 60 mg/(kg·d) group, metformin hydrochloride control (MHC) group, and FHG control group, 10 in each group. Meanwhile, 10 rats without any treatment were used as normal control (NOR) group. Eight weeks later, the aortic arteries histology, plasma hepatocyte growth factor (HGF), and serum nitric oxide (NO), endothelin-1 (ET-1), tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), and soluble intercellular adhesion molecule 1 (slCAM-1) were measured. Results: In comparison with the NOR group, the level of plasma HGF and serum NO, ET-1 and TNF-α, and slCAM-1 in SHG and FHG control groups were all significantly increased (P〈0.01); in comparison with the SHG group, plasma HGF and serum NO, ET-1, TNF-α, and slCAM-1 in FHG group were all significantly increased further (P〈0.01 or P〈0.05); meanwhile, in comparison with the FHG control group, the level of plasma HGF and serum NO, ET-1, TNF- α, and slCAM-1 in PQS and MHC groups were all decreased significantly (P〈0.01). However, comparison of the aortic arteries histology among groups showed no significant differences either before or after treatment. Conclusion: Blood glucose fluctuation could facilitate the development of vascular endothelial dysfunction in T2DM rats, while PQS could improve the endothelial function of T2DM rats with high blood glucose fluctuation, which may be related to its effects of relieving vessel stress, decreasing vasoconstrictor ET-1 production, preventing compensated increase of NO, and reducing inflammatory reaction.
文摘Objective To study the effects of percutaneous renal artery intervention on renal function and blood pressure in patients with renal artery stenosis. Methods Eighty-seven patients with severe uni- or bi-lateral renal artery stenosis (luminal diameter narrowing ≥70%) and clinical hypertension received renal artery stenting between January 2002 and December 2002. The changes in blood pressure and serum creatinine level and creatinine clearance (CCr) 48 hours after intervention and during 6 months of follow-up were assessed.Results Renal stenting was performed in 98 stenotic arteries of 87 patients,and the procedural success rate was 100%. Serum creatinine level was slightly elevated from (176±21) μmol/L to (179±11) μmol/L ( P =0.15) 48 hours after the procedure,but significantly decreased to (149±15) μmol/L at 6 months ( P <0.001). CCr was also greatly improved [(37±11) ml/min before versus (51±8) ml/min at 6 months,P <0.001]. During follow-up,61% of the patients experienced a normal renal function. Despite conventional medical treatment,systolic and diastolic blood pressures were also significantly decreased after stenting [(163±23)/(96±13) mm Hg before versus (148±12)/(79±15) mm Hg at 6 months,all P <0.001],and hypertension was well controlled in 67% of the patients at 6 months’ follow-up.Conclusion Renal artery stenting has a high success rate and is effective in improving renal function and blood pressure for patients with severe renal artery stenosis.
文摘A major concern inhibiting some clinicians from embracing peritoneal dialysis(PD) as the preferred first modality of dialysis is the effects of PD solutions on the peritoneal membrane. These anatomical and functional changes predispose to complications like peritonitis,encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis and ultrafiltration failure. In recent years, "biocompatible" and glucosesparing PD regimens have been developed to minimize damage to the peritoneal membrane. Can the use of these more expensive solutions be justified on current evidence? In this review of the literature, we explore how we may individualize the prescription of biocompatible PD fluid.
文摘Patients with gastrointestinal bleeding often require large volume blood transfusion. Among the various side effects of blood transfusion,the increase of potassium levels is a serious one which is often overlooked. We report a case of severe hyperkalemia in a patient with gastric bleeding after large volume transfusion of packed red blood cells. The patient had hyperkalemia at baseline associated with his receiving medication as well as acute renal failure following hypovolemia. The baseline hyperkalemia was further aggravated after massive transfusions of packed red blood cells in a short period of time. The associated pathogenetic mechanisms resulting in the increase of potassium levels are presented. A number of risk factors which increase the risk of hyperkalemia after blood transfusion are discussed. Moreover,appropriate management strategies for the prevention of blood transfusion associated hyperkalemia are also presented. Physicians should always keep in mind the possibility of hyperkalemia in cases of blood transfusion.
文摘Background and Objective:Self-monitoring of blood glucose(SMBG)is crucial for achieving a glycemic target and upholding blood glucose stability,both of which are the primary purpose of anti-diabetic treatments.However,the association between time in range(TIR),as assessed by SMBG,andβ-cell insulin secretion as well as insulin sensitivity remains unexplored.Therefore,this study aims to investigate the connections between TIR,derived from SMBG,and indices representingβ-cell functionality and insulin sensitivity.The primary objective of this study was to elucidate the relationship between short-term glycemic control(measured as points in range[PIR])and bothβ-cell function and insulin sensitivity.Methods:This cross-sectional study enrolled 472 hospitalized patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM).To assessβ-cell secretion capacity,we employed the insulin secretion-sensitivity index-2(ISSI-2)and(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index,while insulin sensitivity was evaluated using the Matsuda index and HOMA-IR.Since SMBG offers glucose data at specific point-in-time,we substituted TIR with PIR.According to clinical guidelines,values falling within the range of 3.9-10 mmol were considered"in range,"and the corresponding percentage was calculated as PIR.Results:We observed significant associations between higher PIR quartiles and increased ISSI-2,(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index,Matsuda index(increased)and HOMA-IR(decreased)(all P<0.001).PIR exhibited positive correlations with log ISSI-2(r=0.361,P<0.001),log(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index(r=0.482,P<0.001),and log Matsuda index(r=0.178,P<0.001)and negative correlations with log HOMA-IR(r=-0.288,P<0.001).Furthermore,PIR emerged as an independent risk factor for log ISSI-2,log(ΔC-peptide_(0-120)/Δglucose_(0-120))×Matsuda index,log Matsuda index,and log HOMA-IR.Conclusion:PIR can serve as a valuable tool for assessingβ-cell function and insulin sensitivity.
文摘BACKGROUND Physical activity levels are significantly lower in kidney transplant(KT)recipients compared to the general population.The effects of exercise training in KT recipients with diabetes mellitus remain unclear,and so little is known about the role of increased exercise on cardiovascular risk and metabolic profile of KT patients.AIM To investigate the effects of a 6-mo home-based exercise training program on functional capacity,glucose levels and lipid profile of diabetic KT patients.METHODS In total,21 type II diabetic KT recipients were randomly assigned into two groups:Exercise(n=11,aged 52.9±10.1 years)and control(n=10,aged 53.01±9.5 years).All participants at baseline and the end of the study underwent biochemical tests for fasting plasma glucose levels,glycated hemoglobin and lipid profile and cardiopulmonary exercise testing for maximum oxygen uptake[(VO2)peak]estimation.The exercise group followed a 6-mo supervised home-based aerobic and progressive resistance exercise program of moderate intensity 3 times per week,while the control group continued to receive usual care.RESULTS At the end of the 6-mo study,the exercise group had significantly lower values in fasting plasma glucose by 13.4%(from 120.6±28.9 mg/dL to 104.8±21.9 mg/dL,P=0.01),glycated hemoglobin by 1.5%(from 6.7%±0.4 to 6.6%±0.4,P=0.01)and triglycerides by 8.5%(from 164.7±14.8 mg/dL to 150.8±11.6 mg/dL,P<0.05)and higher values in high-density lipoprotein by 10.2%(from 51.4±8.8 mg/dL to 57.2±8.7 mg/dL,P<0.05)and(VO_(2))_(peak)by 4.7%(from 22.7±3.3 to 23.8±4.2,P=0.02)than the control group.There were statistically significant differences between the two groups at the end of the study for fasting plasma glucose(decreased by 9.6%,P<0.05),triglycerides(decreased by 4.5%,P=0.04)and(VO_(2))_(peak)(increased by 4.4%,P=0.01).Finally,after training,there was a moderate,positive linear relationship between(VO_(2))_(peak)and glycated hemoglobin in the exercise group(r=0.408,P=0.03).CONCLUSION The results demonstrated that a 6-mo home-based mixed type exercise training program can improve the functional capacity,levels of glucose and lipid profile of diabetic KT recipients.
基金supported in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81573644(to LMH),81573733(to SWX)the Tianjin 131 Innovative Team Project,China(to HW)+5 种基金the National Major Science and Technology Project of China,No.2012ZX09101201-004(to SWX)the Science and Technology Plan Project of Tianjin of China,No.16PTSYJC00120(to LMH)the Applied Foundation and Frontier Technology Research Program of Tianjin of China(General Project),No.14JCYBJC28900(to SXW)the National International Science and Technology Cooperation Project of China,No.2015DFA30430(to HW)the Key Program of the Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin of China,No.16ICZDJC36300(to HW)the Scientific Research and Technology Development Plan Project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China,No.14125008-2-5(to SXW)
文摘Shuxuetong injection composed of leech(Hirudo nipponica Whitman) and earthworm(Pheretima aspergillum) has been used for the clinical treatment of acute stroke for many years in China. However, the precise neuroprotective mechanism of Shuxuetong injection remains poorly understood. Here, cerebral microvascular endothelial cells(bEnd.3) were incubated in glucose-free Dulbecco's modified Eagle's medium containing 95% N_2/5% CO_2 for 6 hours, followed by high-glucose medium containing 95% O_2 and 5% CO_2 for 18 hours to establish an oxygen-glucose deprivation/reperfusion model. This in vitro cell model was administered Shuxuetong injection at 1/32, 1/64, and 1/128 concentrations(diluted 32-, 64-, and 128-times). Cell Counting Kit-8 assay was used to evaluate cell viability. A fluorescence method was used to measure lactate dehydrogenase, and a fluorescence microplate reader used to detect intracellular reactive oxygen species. A fluorescent probe was also used to measure mitochondrial superoxide production. A cell resistance meter was used to measure transepithelial resistance and examine integrity of monolayer cells. The fluorescein isothiocyanate-dextran test was performed to examine blood-brain barrier permeability. Real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction was performed to analyze mRNA expression levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha, interleukin-1β, interleukin-6, and inducible nitric oxide synthase. Western blot assay was performed to analyze expression of caspase-3, intercellular adhesion molecule 1, vascular cell adhesion molecule 1, occludin, vascular endothelial growth factor, cleaved caspase-3, B-cell lymphoma 2, phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase, extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase, nuclear factor-κB p65, I kappa B alpha, phosphorylated I kappa B alpha, I kappa B kinase, phosphorylated I kappa B kinase, claudin-5, and zonula occludens-1. Our results show that Shuxuetong injection increases bEnd.3 cell viability and B-cell lymphoma 2 expression, reduces cleaved caspase-3 expression, inhibits production of reactive oxygen species and mitochondrial superoxide, suppresses expression of tumor necrosis factor alpha, interleukin-1β, interleukin-6, inducible nitric oxide synthase mRNA, intercellular adhesion molecule-1, and vascular cell adhesion molecule-1, markedly increases transepithelial resistance, decreases blood-brain barrier permeability, upregulates claudin-5, occludin, and zonula occludens-1 expression, reduces nuclear factor-κB p65 and vascular endothelial growth factor expression, and reduces I kappa B alpha, extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase 1/2, and I kappa B kinase phosphorylation levels. Overall, these findings suggest that Shuxuetong injection has protective effects on brain microvascular endothelial cells after oxygen-glucose deprivation/reperfusion. Moreover, its protective effect is associated with reduction of mitochondrial superoxide production, inhibition of the inflammatory response, and inhibition of vascular endothelial growth factor, extracellular signal-regulated protein kinase 1/2, and the nuclear factor-κB p65 signaling pathway.
文摘目的 分析利拉鲁肽治疗冠心病合并2型糖尿病患者的临床效果。方法 102例冠心病合并2型糖尿病患者,应用电脑随机选择方式将患者分为对照组和观察组,每组51例。对照组给予二甲双胍治疗,观察组给予二甲双胍结合利拉鲁肽治疗。对比两组心功能指标(左室射血分数、左室舒张末内径、心排血量以及QT离散度)、血糖指标[空腹血糖(FPG)、餐后2 h血糖(2 h PG)、糖化血红蛋白(HbA1c)]、胰岛素抵抗情况[胰岛β细胞功能指数(HOMA-β)、胰岛素抵抗指数(HOMA-IR)]。结果 治疗后,观察组左室射血分数(56.10±9.06)%、左室舒张末内径(45.80±6.64)mm、心排血量(5.60±1.18)L/min、QT离散度(45.03±6.31)ms优于对照组的(50.50±7.90)%、(50.20±7.07)mm、(4.88±1.01)L/min、(53.77±8.50)ms(P<0.05)。治疗后,观察组2 h PG(7.28±1.30)mmol/L、FPG(6.06±0.27)mmol/L、HbA1c(5.88±0.32)%优于对照组的(8.71±1.20)mmol/L、(7.01±0.76)mmol/L、(6.65±0.52)%(P<0.05)。治疗后,观察组HOMA-β、HOMA-IR优于对照组(P<0.05)。结论 结合冠心病合并2型糖尿病患者实际情况应用二甲双胍结合利拉鲁肽治疗,能够有效改善患者的心功能指标、血糖指标及胰岛素抵抗情况,具有优良的应用前景,在今后的工作过程中能够进一步应用。