氧化苦参碱对人胃癌SGC-7901细胞株生长的影响

目的观察氧化苦参碱对人胃癌SGC-7901细胞株体外增殖率的影响情况。方法噻唑蓝（MTT）比色测定法确定氧化苦参碱对胃癌SGC-7901细胞存活抑制作用。结果试验浓度下氧化苦参碱对SGC-7901细胞增殖抑制作用呈剂量依赖性，当浓度为12mg／ml时，对SGC-7901增殖的抑制率最大，达到87．63％。结论氧化苦参碱对人胃癌SGC-7901细胞的增殖具有明显的抑制作用。     

CT Angiography Source Image Evaluation for Stroke

Computed tomography angiogram of the head and neck has lately become a pivotal imaging modality in the patient with acute stroke symptoms due to its high resolution, accuracy, speed, and sensitivity in the assessment of brain parenchyma and vascular patency.     

Prostate cancer: Prevalence and treatment in African men

Epidemiological data from the United States of America (USA) indicate that the incidence and mortality of prostate cancer is higher among Black African-American men (AAM) than among White (Caucasian) American men (CAM). Earlier studies suggesting that prostate cancer is relatively rare among indigenous Black men in Africa are probably flawed by underreporting because recent studies indicate that the incidence rates among Black men are similar to those of White men living in Africa. The higher incidence of prostate cancer among AAM has been ascribed to racial differences in genetic susceptibility, dietary factors, or androgen metabolism. However, it may also be due to registration artefacts because in Africa the reported incidence rates of prostate cancer in different countries correlate directly with the per capita gross national product, suggesting improved access to medical facilities is responsible for higher reported incidence rates.

The greater prostate cancer mortality among AAM may result from higher tumour grade and stage and higher serum PSA at presentation, but it has also been suggested that prostate cancer is biologically more aggressive in AAM than in CAM. However, recent studies indicate that tumour grade and stage and serum PSA at presentation are similar in the races, with no difference in survival after multivariate analysis controlling for pretreatment cancer severity. This suggests that the higher prostate cancer mortality among AAM results from socio-economic factors and limited access to healthcare. Black men living inside as well as outside of Africa still tend to present with locally advanced or metastatic prostate cancer due to lack of early detection programmes.     

Endoscopic surgery for early glottic carcinoma

Early glottic carcinoma, specifically stage I or II, can be treated with endoscopic excision, radiation therapy, or open partial laryngectomy. Over the past two decades, this topic has received intensive interest, and controversies have often focused on techniques and outcomes comparing the use of endoscopic excision versus radiation therapy. This article will discuss philosophy, techniques, and outcomes of resection using the endoscopic approach to early glottic carcinoma. Optimization through appropriate instrumentation, staging, and technical details are critical to postoperative oncologic and vocal outcomes. The reader must remember that over 90% of T1 lesions and approximately 75% of T2 lesions are curable, and therefore adherence to the principles described below is important to achieve these outcomes.     

联合应用纳洛酮与甲基强的松龙对大鼠急性肺损伤的保护作用

目的　探讨联合应用甲基强的松龙、纳洛酮对内毒素所致急性肺损伤大鼠的防治作用及可能机制。方法　建立大鼠内毒素吸入性ALI模型 (LPS ,3mg/kg气管内注射 ) ,85只大鼠随机分为生理盐水对照组、内毒素损伤组、甲基强的松龙组 (内毒素 甲基强的松龙 )、纳洛酮组 (内毒素 纳洛酮 )、联合用药组 (内毒素 甲基强的松龙 纳洛酮 )。采用放射免疫方法检测大鼠血清TNF -α、IL - 8水平 ,并观察动脉血气分析及肺组织病理变化。结果　内毒素损伤组较生理盐水组TNF -α、IL - 8水平明显增高 ,动脉血氧分压明显降低 ,肺组织可见肿胀、淤血、炎细胞浸润。联合用药组各项指标较内毒素损伤组均轻。结论　联合应用甲基强的松龙和纳洛酮可降低气管内注入内毒素致大鼠ALI血清TNF -α、IL - 8升高水平 ,减轻肺损伤病理改变程度 ,对大鼠ALI有防治作用     

Successful Treatment of Recurrent Pilonidal Sinus with Laser Epilation

BACKGROUND: Pilonidal disease is a chronic disease of the natal cleft. Recurrent follicular infection is the causative factor. Surgical treatment has a significant failure rate, and recurrence is common. Laser removal of hair in the natal cleft could be an alternative to surgery. OBJECTIVE: To determine the effectiveness of laser hair removal in the natal cleft on pilonidal disease. METHODS: Six young men with recurrent pilonidal disease were treated with laser epilation in our clinic from 2000 to 2003. Most patients had a history of one or more surgical treatments in the area, and all patients had suffered recurrent folliculitis for years. An alexandrite laser was mostly used, although, occasionally, an intense pulsed light device was used. The number of epilation treatments ranged from 3 to 11, performed at 6- to 8-week intervals. RESULTS: All patients experienced progressive resolution of the folliculitis with the laser epilation treatments. No more surgical treatments have been needed. The treatments were simple and quick, and there were no complications. CONCLUSION: Laser epilation of the natal cleft should be considered a first choice treatment for recurrent pilonidal disease. Preventive laser epilation of the natal cleft in patients with recurrent folliculitis could avoid future surgery.     

Combined Nonablative Rejuvenation Techniques

Background:. Nonablative technologies have been used for fine lines and improvement of skin texture without significant downtime. Nonablative technologies may also be used in combination.
Objective:. To present a brief review on nonablative technologies and discuss using nonablative procedures in combination and with other adjunctive therapies.
Materials and Methods. A review of the literature was done to identify combination nonablative studies. We also discuss our own experience in combining these procedures.
Results. Various nonablative technologies can be used together, often with better outcomes and fewer treatments.
Conclusion:. Nonablative and adjunctive treatments should be performed in combination to optimize the results. Much of the information in this publication is from personal experience and expresses the opinions of these authors while citing relevant literature and studies.