Laparoscopic (vs. Open) Live Donor Nephrectomy: A UNOS Database Analysis of Early Graft Function and Survival

The impact of laparoscopic (lap) live donor nephrectomy on early graft function and survival remains controversial. We compared 2734 kidney transplants (tx) from lap donors and 2576 tx from open donors reported to the U.S. United Network for Organ Sharing from 11/1999 to 12/2000. Early function quality (>40 mL urine and/or serum creatinine [creat] decline >25% during the first 24 h post-tx) and delayed function incidence were similar for both groups. Significantly more lap (vs. open) txs, however, had discharge creats greater than 1.4 mg/dL (49.2% vs. 44.9%, p = 0.002) and 2.0 mg/dL (21.8% vs. 19.5%, p = 0.04). But all later creats, early and late rejection, as well as graft survival at 1 year (94.4%, lap tx vs. 94.1%, open tx) were similar for lap and open recipients. Our data suggests that lap nephrectomy is associated with slower early graft function. Rejection rates and short-term graft survival, however, were similar for lap and open graft recipients. Further prospective studies with longer follow up are necessary to assess the potential impact of the laparoscopic procurement mode on early graft function and long-term outcome.     

1515例精神科住院患者医院感染调查与分析

目的：了解精神科住院患者医院感染情况，以利采取切实可行的预防控制措施，降低感染率。方法：对我院两年半间住院患者进行有关医院感染的调查，逐份查阅原始记录，填写统一表格，将所得资料进行相关分析。结果：医院感染72例，感染率为4．75％；感染多发生在20～29岁和30—39岁组：精神分裂症为医院感染例数最多的病种(占68．06％)；皮肤及软组织和下呼吸道感染为主要感染部位，分别为23．61％和22．22％；男女两性在年龄和病程方面差异均无显著性。结论：预防及控制精神病患者的医院感染应从病人初入院时即开始；在积极控制精神症状的同时，采取多方面措施，尽可能去除医院感染的易感因素；合理规范使用抗生素，增强患者体质等，这些均有助于预防及控制医院感染。     

不同免疫抑制剂对肾移植患者精子参数的影响

目的:研究不同免疫抑制剂对肾移植患者精子运动功能的影响。方法:20例肾移植患者应用以普乐可复(FK506+霉酚酸酯+泼尼松)、17例应用环孢素(CsA+硫唑嘌呤+泼尼松)为主的免疫抑制治疗方案,15例正常男性为对照组。采用计算机辅助的精子分析系统分别检测精子活率、运动参数(前向运动百分率、直线速度VSL、曲线速度VCL、平均路径速度VAP)和精子形态。结果:3组精子活率[(81.7±5.7)%、(79.4±6.8)%、(83.8±6.0)%]、VCL[(24.1±8.6)%、(23.9±4.4)%、(24.8±4.2)%]和VAP[(19.7±6.6)%、(18.6±2.9)%、(21.0±4.0)%]差异均无显著性(P>0.05);FK506组的精子前向性运动百分率[(46.4±8.1)%]和VSL[(15.4±4.6)%]均显著高于CsA组[(33.3±6.4)%、(10.2±2.4)%],畸形率[(67.8±5.7)%]显著低于CsA组[(80.1±5.6%](P<0.05)。结论:FK506和霉酚酸酯的联合应用,有助于肾移植患者精子运动功能及形态的恢复。     

A Synergistic Effect Between PG490-88 and Tacrolimus Prolongs Renal Allograft Survival in Monkeys

This study was undertaken to determine if PG490-88 and tacrolimus (Tac) act synergistically to prevent renal allograft rejection in monkeys and to explore possible mechanisms of synergy between these agents. MHC-mismatched renal allografts were transplanted into cynomolgus monkeys after bilateral nephrectomy. Recipients were divided into the following groups: (i) no treatment; (ii) PG490-88 (0.03 mg/kg); (iii) Tac (1 mg/kg); (iv) PG490-88 (0.01 mg/kg) + Tac (1 mg/kg) and (v) PG490-88 (0.03 mg/kg) + Tac (1 mg/kg). Through synergy PG490-88 and Tac inhibited anti-CD3/PMA-induced T-cell proliferation and IFN-gamma expression in vitro. Tac monotherapy only marginally prolonged survival (27 +/- 3.2 days), while the combination of PG490-88 and Tac significantly prolonged graft survival to a median of 99 days (PG490-88 at 0.03 mg) and 38.5 days (PG490-88 at 0.01 mg/kg). Prolonged survival correlated with inhibited IgM production as well as reduced T-cell infiltration, IL-2 protein expression and NF-AT/NF-kappaB activity. We conclude that PG490-88 and a subtherapeutic dose of Tac significantly prolong renal allograft survival in monkeys through the synergistic inhibition of T-cell activation and a decrease in IFN-gamma production and NF-AT/NF-kappaB activity.     

Kidney Transplantation Substantially Improves Endothelial Progenitor Cell Dysfunction in Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease

Endothelial progenitor cells (EPC) are involved in endothelial repair and maintenance. Dysfunction of EPC may contribute to accelerated arteriosclerosis in chronic kidney disease. Kidney transplantation (KTx) improves both survival and endothelial function of dialysis patients. In a prospective study, we tested to which extent KTx changes EPC biology. We studied number and function (migratory activity, adhesion to extracellular matrix proteins and to mature endothelial cells [EC]) of EPC in 20 patients during dialysis and 3, 6, 9 and 12 months after KTx. Twenty-two healthy volunteers served as matched controls. Circulating precursor populations were measured by flow cytometric analysis. Cytokines relevant for EPC mobilization were monitored. Compared to the dialysis state, KTx increased the migration of EPC to approximately 2-fold. Adhesion to fibronectin and to collagen type IV was significantly increased after KTx. An improved adhesion rate of EPC to mature EC was observed. The number of EPC decreased. The amount of precursor populations showed no difference compared to the pretransplant state. Our study shows an improved function of EPC after KTx. This finding indicates an improved potential for endothelial repair which in turn may contribute to enhanced endothelial function and reduced cardiovascular morbidity after KTx.     

中药结合心理干预治疗不安障碍40例

[目的]探索不安障碍治疗的有效途径。[方法]采用中药结合心理干预治疗不安障碍患者40例。[结果]显效31例(77·5%)、有效7例(17·5%)无效2例(5·0%)。SDS、CMI有显著性差异。[结论]中药结合心理干预治疗不安障碍疗效显著。     

TK/GCV、CD/5-Fc双自杀基因系统治疗结肠癌的实验研究

目的观察胸苷激酶/丙氧鸟苷(TK/GCV)、胞嘧啶脱氨酶/5-氟胞嘧啶(CD/5-Fc)双自杀基因系统对结肠癌的治疗效果,并结合研究结果进行作用机理的分析。方法采用培养细胞移植法,将人结肠癌细胞系SW480接种于裸鼠背部皮下,建立裸鼠人结肠癌移植瘤模型。将32只裸鼠随机分为4组:空白对照组,TK/GCV治疗组,CD/5-Fc治疗组,TK/GCV CD/5-Fc联合治疗组,每组8只。TK/GCV CD/5-Fc采用逆转录病毒介导,采用瘤体内直接注射法,同时腹腔注射GCV、5-Fc治疗,观察各组小鼠的生存状况及肿瘤体积、瘤重、肿瘤生长抑制率、常规病理、生存期等指标,比较观察各治疗组的治疗效果及对荷瘤裸鼠存活的影响。结果各治疗组裸鼠人结肠癌移植瘤的生长均受到显著抑制,治疗后各组体积数增加(P<0.05),治疗组裸鼠存活期显著延长,TK/GCV CD/5-Fc联合治疗组效果最好,疗效q值=1.675>1.15,即TK/GCV、CD/5-Fc有交互协同作用。结论TK/GCV与CD/5-Fc对人结肠癌SW480细胞有明显抑制作用,TK/GCV、CD/5-Fc双自杀基因系统效果更强。     

田径运动员最大摄氧量和无氧功测试中血乳酸的应用

目的:研究田径运动员最大摄氧量和Wingate测试后血乳酸的变化,分析血乳酸对测试结果的意义。方法:测试田径短跑运动员36例和中长跑运动员29例的最大摄氧量和Wingate无氧功,以及测试后的血乳酸值。结果:最大摄氧量测试后血乳酸数值为9～11mmol/L左右,摄氧量与乳酸值没有直接相关关系,但不同项目之间有一定的差异;Wingate测试后血乳酸数值一般大于12mmol/L,测试的主要评价指标与乳酸值都有较高的相关关系。结论:血乳酸值对于最大摄氧量测试意义不大,但对于Wingate测试可以作为一项辅助评价指标。     

Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorders Occurring After Renal Transplantation in Adults: Report of 230 Cases From the French Registry

Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders (PTLD) are a rare but serious complication after organ transplantation. A French Registry of PTLD was set up in a nationwide population of kidney transplant recipients. We prospectively enrolled all adult kidney recipients developing PTLD between January 1, 1998, and December 31, 2003. We analyzed the incidence, risk and prognostic factors of PTLD by Kaplan-Meier and Cox analyses. Totally 230 cases of PTLD were referred to the French Registry. Cumulative incidence was 1.18% after 5 years. Older age (per year, AHR = 2.19, CI = 1.22-3.94) and recipient Epstein-Barr virus seronegativity (AHR = 3.01, CI = 1.57-5.08) were associated with an increased risk of PTLD. Patients with PTLD had a reduced survival rate (61% at 5 years). Graft PTLD had the best prognosis with an 81% survival rate after 5 years. Infection with hepatitis C or B virus (HCV or HBV), late-onset PTLD, multiple sites involvement and high Ann Arbor staging were risk factors for patient death. Use of azathioprine was associated with a poorer survival rate. PTLD incidence and risk factors in French recipients are in line with the international or American PTLD series. We highlighted the role of HBV or HCV in patient mortality and described the relevant prognosis factors for patients with post-transplant lymphoproliferations.