25-Hydroxyvitamin D and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Prepubertal Overweight and Obese Children

Childhood obesity has become a major global health problem. Vitamin D deficiency and poor cardiorespiratory fitness are highly prevalent in children with overweight or obesity, but little is known about their relationships. In this study, we aimed to analyze the relationship between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) and cardiorespiratory fitness parameters in prepubertal obese and overweight children. A cross-sectional design with a sample of 57 prepubertal children, aged 9–11 years, with overweight or obesity was used. The fasting concentration of 25(OH)D was analyzed with a chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay. Fat and lean body masses were determined by using DXA. Maximal oxygen uptake (VO_2max) was measured with the maximal treadmill test. A total of 68.4% of the sample had sufficient levels of 25(OH)D. As expected, their cardiorespiratory fitness was poor compared with that of normal-weight children, but 60% of the group exceeded the median obesity-specific reference values. No differences were found between the sexes for relative VO_2max or 25(OH)D levels. Moreover, no correlations were found between 25(OH)D and body composition or cardiorespiratory parameters for sex or vitamin D groups. Vitamin D status seems not to be directly related to body composition or cardiorespiratory fitness in prepubertal overweight or obese children.     

Premature Ejaculation,True or False? Clinical evaluation of PE patients with multiple intercourse in one day

Clinical characteristics of 216 adult males previously diagnosed with premature ejaculation (PE) were studied. Using a survey questionnaire, characteristics included intravaginal ejaculation latency time (IELT), penile hardness scores and the refractory period (RP). Ninety-four PE patients reported they had experienced vaginal intercourse more than once (2 to 4 times) in one day (~44%). IELT was significantly increased at the second and subsequent intercourses, and IIEF-15 (International Index of Erectile Function-15) and relevant subclass scores were markedly improved compared to their first intercourse and also compared to the single intercourse group in this cohort study. Overall sexual satisfaction was achieved in the PE patients with multiple intercourse experiences. The same trend was observed in both the patients diagnosed with lifelong and acquired PE. Based on the evidence, the argument is that the PE patients who were diagnosed using their performance at the first intercourse but who have the ability to participate in multiple vaginal intercourses in one day are unlikely to be true PE. The false PE may account for over 40% of PE patients diagnosed by current guidelines and definitions.     

Comparison of the efficacy of low-intensity shock wave therapy and its combination with platelet-rich plasma in patients with erectile dysfunction

We aimed to compare the efficacy of low-intensity shock wave therapy (Li-SWT) alone and its combination with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in the treatment of patients with erectile dysfunction (ED). Between January 2015 and October 2020, patients who did not benefit from the use of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i; 5 mg/day) for at least 3 months and underwent Li-SWT or Li-SWT with PRP were evaluated retrospectively. There were 93 patients who were subjected to Li-SWT only (Group 1) and 91 patients subjected to Li-SWT with PRP (Group 2). Analysis of the International Index of Erectile Function-Erectile Function Area (IIEF-EF) scores showed a significant increase in both the groups post-treatment (Group 1: from 14.33 ± 4.39 to 23.8 ± 4.37, p = .001; Group 2: from 17.82 ± 3.44 to 26.3 ± 2.55, p = .001). When the increase in the IIEF-EF scores was compared pre- and post-treatment between the groups with respect to the ED grades, there was no statistically significant difference between them. Furthermore, while the intravaginal ejaculatory latency time (IELT) in successfully treated patients of Group 1 remained the same, Group 2 presented 1.5–3.5 times (mean, 2.4) prolongation. Their mean IELT score showed an increase from 2.2 (0.8–3.5) min to 5.3 (2.8–10.5) min. Our study shows that combination treatment of Li-SWT with PRP injections is not only safe for patients with ED, but also effective and safe in prolonging the IELT.     

甘肃省疾病预防控制系统慢性病防控基础配置能力评估

摘 要：目的：探讨社区诊室血压达标的高血压患者晨峰血压控制及血压管理效果评估。方法：将400例高血压患者随 机分为研究组和对照组。试验前后完善24 h动态血压、24 h动态心电图及头颅CT检查,随后每3个月行1次24 h动态血压检 查。生活方式和药物干预 12个月,观察两组治疗前后血压达标情况及心脑血管事件发生率。结果：研究组治疗中后期患者 24 h平均收缩压、起床后2 h内平均收缩压及晨峰血压均较同期对照组显著降低;两组心脑血管疾病发病率差异有统计学意 义 （χ2=5.171,P＜0.05）。结论：诊室血压达标伴晨峰血压的患者更易发生心脑血管疾病,采用适宜的血压管理模式可有效 降低晨峰血压。     

Biomechanical assessment with electromyography of post-stroke ankle plantar flexor spasticity

Spasticity has been defined as a motor disorder characterized by a velocity-dependent increase in tonic stretch reflex (muscle tone). Muscle tone consists of mechanical-elastic characteristics, reflex muscle contraction and other elements. The aims of this study were to determine whether to assess spasticity quantitatively, and to characterize biomechanical and electromyographic spasticity assessment parameters. These assessment parameters were described by investigating the correlation between clinical measures and the response to passive sinusoidal movement with consecutive velocity increments. Twenty post-stroke hemiplegic patients and twenty normal healthy volunteers were included in the study. Five consecutive sinusoidal passive movements of the ankle were performed at specific velocities (60, 120, 180, and 240 degrees/ sec). We recorded the peak torque, work, and threshold angle using a computerized isokinetic dynamometer, and simultaneously measured the rectified integrated electromyographic activity. We compared these parameters both between groups and between different velocities. The peak torque, threshold angle, work, and rectified integrated electromyographic activity were significantly higher in the post-stroke spastic group at all angular velocities than in the normal control group. The threshold angle and integrated electromyographic activity increased significantly and linearly as angular velocity increased, but the peak torque and work were not increased in the post-stroke spastic group. Peak torque, work, and threshold angle were significantly correlated to the Modified Ashworth scale, but the integrated electromyographic activity was not. The biomechanical and electromyographic approach may be useful to quantitatively assess spasticity. However, it may also be very important to consider the different characteristics of each biomechanical parameter.     

Effects of various direct or indirect dopamine agonists on the latency of the acoustic startle response in rats

Summary The effects of dopamine agonists were investigated on the latency of the acoustic startle response in male Wistar rats. Four indirect dopamine agonits were tested: GBR 12783 (5–20mg/kg), BTCP (5–20mg/kg), dexamphetamine (3–6mg/kg) and L-DOPA 100 mg/kg associated with benserazide 25 mg/kg; they induced an increase in startle latency. Apomorphine at a dose (50 g/kg) known to decrease dopaminergic transmissions, was ineffective on the startle response. On the contrary, at 0.6 or 2 mg/kg, apomorphine induced an increase in the startle latency. A similar effect was observed with bromocriptine at 10 mg/kg from the 10th min up to at least the 9th hour after treatment. The specific agonist of D2 receptors Ru 24926 (0.45 mg/kg) enhanced the startle latency as well as the specific agonist of D1 receptors SKF 38393 (10 mg/kg). The association of these drugs resulted in an apparent additivity of their individual effects. The effect of apomorphine (0.6 mg/kg) was only partially reduced by a high dose of the specific D2 antagonist amisulpride (80 mg/kg) and more clearly antagonized by the specific D1 antagonist SCH 23390 (50 g/kg). It is concluded that D2 and D1 receptors contribute to the increase in startle latency elicited by direct or indirect dopamine agonists.     

Antihypertensive effect of once daily sustained release isradipine: a placebo controlled cross-over study

Summary To evaluate the magnitude and duration of the antihypertensive effect of sustained release (SRO) isradipine, 37 uncomplicated essential hypertensive patients (diastolic blood pressure 100–115 mm Hg after a one month run-in on placebo) were randomised to receive, according to a double-blind cross-over design, isradipine SRO 5 mg once daily and the corresponding placebo for 1 month. At the end of each treatment period, sitting blood pressure and heart rate were measured immediately before and every hour for 6 h after the last dose. Thirty-four patients [16 m, age 54 (7) y] completed the study.As compared to randomised placebo, isradipine SRO significantly reduced the systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) blood pressure. Absolute DBP decrements versus placebo peaked 6 h after dosing (-8.8 mm Hg) and were not significantly lower (-8.2 mm Hg) at the end of the dose interval. At the same times, the absolute decrements in SBP were -9.8 mm Hg and -9.7 mm Hg, respectively.DBP was normalised in 19 patients (56%) at peak and in 17 (50%) at trough time. The trough to peak efficacy ratio in patients with peak DBP 90 mm Hg was 70%. Heart rate was slightly increased by isradipine SRO. Adverse effects monitored with a check-list occurred in 8/36 patients (22%) on isradipine SRO and in 4/35 (11%) on randomized placebo.The data suggest that isradipine SRO is an effective antihypertensive drug, with a trough to peak efficacy ratio supporting once daily administration in most mild to moderate essential hypertensives.     

动态血压检测临床意义的探讨

目的 :探讨动态血压检测在临床应用的意义。方法 :采用动态血压检测 (ABPM) ,被检查者分二组 :无高血压病史 ,常规测血压高于正常值 (140 / 90 mm Hg)为 A组 4 0例 ,有高血压病史者为 B组 10 4例。结果 :A组常规测血压平均值为 16 3± 7.3/ 115± 4 .5mm Hg,ABPM平均值为 12 8± 8.2 / 85± 5.0 mm Hg;血压高于 140 / 90 mm Hg超过 50 %占 10 % (4 / 4 0 ) ;杓形曲线占 90 % (36 / 4 0 )。 B组 :常规测血压平均值为 158.5± 10 .6 / 95± 5.5mm Hg,ABPM平均值为 135± 6 .5/ 88± 4 .5mm Hg,血压高于140 / 90 mm Hg,超过 50 %占 19.2 % (2 0 / 10 4 )非杓形曲线占 16 .3% (17/ 10 4 )。结论 :ABPM能更真实地反应被检查者的血压 ,也可以作为评价高血压病人降压疗效的一种方法。     

麻醉犬心房内注射复方川芎汤后血清中川芎嗪药时曲线双峰与血流动力学效应的关系

目的　探讨中药大复方体内作用规律 ,为“证治药动学”6要素中“定性定量论”提供进一步的实验依据 .方法　分别从冠状动脉定量狭窄犬和对照犬的右心房内给予复方川芎水提液 (0 .6 g· kg- 1 ) .结果　在动脉血药时 (c- t)曲线上出现了川芎嗪 (TMP)的双峰现象 ;冠状动脉狭窄犬的 TMP第 2峰显著地高于对照犬 ;而这种增高的第 2峰又与 TMP的血流动力学效应相关 .结论　可能存在机体生理和病理状态对中药复方体内命运的特殊处置规律