Ultrastructural Observations of The Anterior Chamber Angle Tissues in Congenital Glaucoma

Eighteen trabeculectomy specimens of congenital glaucoma were examined by light and transimssion electron microscopy. The results showed that the primary anomalies in congenital glaucoma included the developmental defects of trabecular meshwork, excessive collagen fibrils in the trabecular matrix, shifting forward of ciliary muscle fibres and persistent mesenchymal tissues in the anterior-chamber angle. The authors also pointed out the importance of the secondary lesions of the trabecular meshwork in the pathogenesis of congenital glaucoma. Eye Science 1994; 10:50-56.     

Ultrastructural identification and localization of climbing fiber terminals in the fastigial nucleus of the cat

Following injections of 3H-leucine and 35S-methionine in the caudal half of the medial accessory olive, labeled climbing fibers were found contralateral to the injection site in the sagittal A-zone of the cerebellar vermis and in the fastigial nucleus. Labeling in the fastigial nucleus was analyzed with ultrastructural autoradiography. Labeled boutons of climbing fibers were found in the neuropil but never on somata. They contain spherical vesicles and occasionally some dense core vesicles in an electron-lucent matrix. The terminals of climbing fiber collaterals in the fastigial nucleus resemble climbing fiber terminals in the molecular layer with respect to their internal ultrastructural characteristics.     

53例脂肪肉瘤形态学观察与预后探讨

报道53例脂肪肉瘤(高分化型7例、粘液型34例、圆细胞型3例及多形性型9例)。男性34例,女性19例。高发年龄41～60岁。主要症状是无痛性(51/53)或痛性肿块。肿瘤直径为3～24cm,多数有包膜(37/53)。8例作了超微结构观察,分别对四型脂肪肉瘤的超微结构特征进行了详细描述。随访结果显示圆细胞型预后差,高分化型预后好;肿瘤体积大,核分裂象多者预后差;肿瘤体积小,核分裂象少者预后好。     

Ultrastructural histochemistry of infantile digital fibromatosis

A case of infantile digital fibromatosis was studied by light and electron microscopic histochemistry. Using two different acidic solutions of phosphotungstic acid at varying pHs, the round inclusions characteristic of this tumor were shown to have a high protein content with little or no carbohydrate. The histochemical reactivity of the inclusions was similar to that of the cytoplasmic microfibrils in the tumors cells and consistent with the idea that both the inclusions and the microfibrils represent actin. There is, however, no definite proof that the tumor cells are myofibroblasts. At the present time, this tumor should be viewed as a peculiar expression of deranged assembly or metabolism of filamentous proteins or both.     

Numerous eosinophilic globules (skeinoid fibers) in a duodenal stromal tumor: An exceptional case showing smooth muscle differentiation

A unique case of duodenal stromal tumor In a 51-year-old man is reported. The tumor histologically showed spindle cell proliferation and numerous eosinophilic globules. Most globules were composed of tangled 45 nm thick fibrils, which were ultrastructurally Identical to 'skelnoid fibers'. The presence of glycogen granules in the tumor cells and the Immunoreactivity for α-smooth muscle actin suggested smooth muscle differentiation. Focal ultrastructural findings also supported the smooth muscle nature of this tumor. There were no immunohistochemical and ultra-structural features indicating neural differentiation. In previous studies, the presence of such 'skeinoid fibers' was suggested to be a histological marker for neural differentiation in gastrointestinal stromal tumor. However, the findings In the present case suggest that numerous 'skeinoid fibers' can be Identified in duodenal stromal tumor with smooth muscle differentiation, although this condition may be rare.     

Electron-microscopic study of the mouse myocardium in experimental Coxsackie A13 virus infection

Diffuse degenerative-proliferative myocarditis is described in adult BALB/c mice infected with Coxsackie A13 virus. A marked tendency was observed for sclerotic processes to develop 30–60 days after infection; this may lie at the basis of the reduced functional activity of the myocardium and may lead to the development of cardiomyopathy.Institute of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Siberian Branch, Academy of Medical Sciences of the USSR. Novosibirsk Medical Institute. (Presented by Academician of the Academy of Medical Sciences of the USSR V. P. Kaznacheev.) Translated from Byulleten' Éksperimental'noi Biologii i Meditsiny, Vol. 83, No. 4, pp. 489–491, April, 1977.     

Ultrastructural Changes Suggestive of Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis in Atypical Minimal Change Nephrotic Syndrome

In an attempt to recognize early stages of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) in patients with a clinical course suggesting a diagnosis other than minimal change disease (MCD) and normal histology, or minor, nondiagnostic changes on light microscopy (LM), we used a protocol for systematic and extensive electron microscopy (EM) examination of kidney biopsies obtained from such patients. By this method ultrastructural pathology was found in 8 patients. These changes were localized, involving only portions of single glomerular segments. The findings included mild to moderate increase of the mesangial matrix, focal wrinkling of the capillary basement membrane, and early obliteration of the normal architecture of individual capillary loops, as well as electron-dense deposits in a mesangial and subendothelial distribution. Of these 8 patients, 2 are at present in remission without therapy (in 1, following therapy with cyclophosphamide); 3 are in remission on steroid therapy; 1 developed massive proteinuria during pregnancy, after a spontaneous remission lasting almost 2 years; 1 patient advanced to terminal renal failure 3 1/2 years after biopsy; and 1 died of sepsis 1 month after biopsy. We believe that the ultrastructural changes found may represent early or mild FSGS and that the protocol described can add valuable information in clinically worrisome patients in whom renal histology appears normal.     

磷酯酶C对家兔血小板聚集和超微结构的影响

目的　应用电镜研究磷酯酶C(phospholipaseC ,PLC)对家兔血小板聚集和超微结构的影响 ,以探讨用药后PLC抗血小板聚集作用的机制。方法　家兔颈动脉插管取血 ,制备PRP ,将其分为 4组 :①空白对照组 ;②生理盐水组 ;③ 0 5UPLC组 ;④ 2 5UPLC组。 2～ 4组分别用ADP诱导聚集 ,测出其聚集抑制率 ,各组分别制成超薄切片样品进行电镜观察、摄片。结果　 0 5、2 5UPLC明显抑制血小板聚集反应 ,聚集抑制率分别为 86 0 3 %± 12 6%和 82 47%±5 49% ;0 5UPLC抑制血小板形成伪足 ,α颗粒和致密颗粒较多 ,OCS管腔较小 ,其超微结构较生理盐水组变化小 ;2 5UPLC处理血小板的形态结构和超微结构与空白对照组无差异 ,血小板呈圆形或椭圆形 ,边缘光滑 ,无伪足样突起 ,α颗粒、致密颗粒、OCS等正常分布于胞质中。结论　PLC明显抑制ADP诱导的血小板聚集反应及其超微结构的改变 ,这可能是PLC抗血小板聚集作用的重要原因之一     

不同时程吗啡给药大鼠部分脑区超微病理变化观察

目的:观察不同时程吗啡依赖大鼠依赖相关脑区超微病理结构变化。方法:背部皮下递增注射吗啡建立不同时程吗啡依赖大鼠模型,应用透射电镜对吗啡依赖大鼠依赖相关脑区LC、中脑导水管周围灰质、黑质、豆状核、杏仁核、海马进行观察,并与空白对照组进行比较。结果:吗啡依赖大鼠依赖相关脑区部分神经细胞肿胀或固缩,神经毡灶性水肿,有髓神经纤维髓鞘分离,线粒体肿胀、畸形,内质网扩张,多聚核糖体解聚,轴突、树突灶性水肿,细胞器稀疏,突触小泡密集并向活性区聚集。空白对照组未见异常。结论:吗啡依赖大鼠依赖相关脑区神经细胞呈缺血、缺氧性及退行性改变。     

Electron Microscopy in End Stage Renal Disease: A Case of Fabry's Disease

Fabry's disease is an X-linked error of metabolism with deficiency of the enzyme α-glycosidase A, and glycosphingolipid accumulation in multiple tissues. Patients may be asymptomatic and present with advanced disease. We report a case of a 38 year old white male who presented with end stage renal disease of unknown etiology. He received a living-related donor kidney transplant (mother), but lost the graft after 10 years to multiple episodes of rejection. Review of the native renal biopsy with added ultrastructural studies established the diagnosis of Fabry's disease. Evaluation of renal biopsies showing advanced chronic injury should include electron microscopic studies, which may reveal characteristic diagnostic features, as seen in this case of Fabry's disease. Identification of hereditary disorders involving the kidney is important for appropriate treatment and prevention of disease recurrence. Potential living related donors should be screened for genetic involvement.