Lin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi
October 2024
To retrospectively analyze the clinical effect of biomaterial combined with silicone keel technology in the prevention and treatment of vocal folds adhesion. The basic data, perioperative conditions and prognosis of 21 cases of vocal folds adhesion treated by biofilm-silicone keel complex were retrospectively analyzed in Huashan Hospital Fudan University. A total of 21 patients were enrolled in this study(19 males(90.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLaryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol
October 2024
Objective: To discuss the usefulness of ultrasonography (US) in the diagnosis and management of pediatric head and neck lymphatic malformations (HNLMs).
Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of 140 children who were referred to our hospital for the treatment of HNLMs.
Results: The median age at presentation was 12 months (1 day-171 months; 66.
Surface atom diffusion is a ubiquitous phenomenon in nanostructured metals with ultrahigh surface-to-volume ratios. However, the fundamental atomic mechanism of surface atom diffusion remains elusive. Here, we report in situ atomic-scale observations of surface pressure-driven atom diffusion in gold nanocrystals at room temperature using high-resolution transmission electron microscopy with a high-speed detection camera.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLaryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol
June 2024
Background: Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) is the predominant cause of otitis media with effusion in children and adults. Balloon dilatation of the Eustachian tube (BDET) provides a new method for restoring the ventilatory function of Eustachian tube (ET). However, the differences in age-related morphological changes in the dimensions and positions of ET in children and adults are unclear.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: The distribution and role of NMDA receptors is unclear in the afferent signaling complex of the cochlea. The present study aimed to examine the distribution of NMDA receptors in cochlear afferent signaling complex of the adult mouse, and their relationship with ribbon synapses of inner hair cells (IHCs) and GABAergic efferent terminals of the lateral olivocochlear (LOC).
Methods: Immunofluorescence staining in combination with confocal microscopy was used to investigate the distribution of glutamatergic NMDA and AMPA receptors in afferent terminals of SGNs, and their relationship with ribbon synapses of IHCs and GABAergic efferent terminals of LOC.
Purpose: The drug resistance and low response rates of immunotherapy limit its application. This study aimed to construct a new nanoparticle (CaCO-polydopamine-polyethylenimine, CPP) to effectively deliver interleukin-12 (IL-12) and suppress cancer progress through immunotherapy.
Methods: The size distribution of CPP and its zeta potential were measured using a Malvern Zetasizer Nano-ZS90.
Objectives: To discuss the imaging manifestations and the utility of preoperative ultrasonography (US), contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CE-CT) and contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (CE-MRI) in diagnosing the pediatric head and neck lymphatic malformations (HNLMs).
Methods: We performed a retrospective review of 170 children who were referred to our hospital in the past 9 years for the treatment of HNLMs.
Results: The diagnostic rates of US, CE-CT and CE-MRI were 93.
United European Gastroenterol J
April 2024
Background And Aims: Duodenal perforation caused by foreign bodies (FBs) is very rare but is an urgent emergency that traditionally requires surgical intervention. Several case reports have reported the successful endoscopic removal of duodenal perforating FBs. Here we aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of endoscopic management of duodenal perforating FBs in adults.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective To discuss the value of MRI in diagnosing and evaluating the pediatric head and neck lymphatic malformations (HNLMs). Methods We performed a retrospective review of 46 children who were referred to our hospital in the last decade for the treatment of HNLMs. Results About 34 cases confirmed with intralesional hemorrhage while the capsule contents were dark red or light bloody liquid.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi
November 2023
To investigate the clinical characteristics and surgical treatment outcomes of children with cervical bronchogenic cysts. A retrospective study of 6 pediatric patients with bronchogenic cysts in the neck region treated in our hospital during 2014 to 2020 was performed. All children underwent complete resection of cervical mass under general anesthesia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: As the special modality of cell death, immunogenic cell death (ICD) could activate immune response. Phototherapy in combination with chemotherapy (CT) is a particularly efficient tumor ICD inducing method that could overcome the defects of monotherapies.
Methods: In this study, new dual stimuli-responsive micelles were designed and prepared for imaging-guided mitochondrion-targeted photothermal/photodynamic/CT combination therapy through inducing ICD.
This study aimed to assess the efficacy of hepatocyte growth factor (HGF)-transfected adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cell (ADSC) transplantation in the injured vocal folds (VFs) of canines. A lentiviral vector encoding HGF was successfully produced via Gateway cloning, which was used to infect ADSCs. Four weeks after transoral laser microsurgery (type II) with CO laser, the beagles of each group were injected with HGF-transfected ADSCs or uninfected ADSCs into VFs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFImatinib resistance in chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) is a clinical problem. The present study examined the role of N‑Myc downstream regulatory gene 3 (NDRG3) in imatinib resistance in CML. Quantitative PCR demonstrated that NDRG3 was highly expressed in patients with CML.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTransthyrohyoid access to the larynx for endoscopic resection (TTER) for early-stage glottic cancer in patients with difficult laryngeal exposure (DLE) has recently been developed. However, little is known about the postoperative conditions of patients. Twelve early-stage glottic cancer patients with DLE who received TTER were retrospectively reviewed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) play crucial roles in the development of various cancers. Here, we aimed to evaluate the roles of miR-138-5p in lung cancer progression and the value of miR-138-5p in lung cancer diagnosis.
Methods: Quantitative real-time PCR was performed to examine the expressions of miR-138-5p and smad nuclear interacting protein 1 (SNIP1) mRNA.
Reduced drug uptake and elevated drug efflux are two major mechanisms in cancer multidrug resistance (MDR). In the present study, a new multistage O-producing liposome with NAG/R8-dual-ligand and stimuli-responsive dePEGylation was developed to address the abovementioned issues simultaneously. The designed C-NAG-R8-PTXL/MnO-lip could also achieve magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-guided synergistic chemodynamic/chemotherapy (CDT/CT).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe construction of high-efficiency tumor theranostic platform will be of great interest in the treatment of cancer patients; however, significant challenges are associated with developing such a platform. In this study, we developed high-efficiency nanotheranostic agent based on ferroferric oxide, manganese dioxide, hyaluronic acid and doxorubicin (FMDH-D NPs) for dual targeting and imaging guided synergetic photothermal-enhanced chemodynamic/chemotherapy for cancer, which improved the specific uptake of drugs at tumor site by the dual action of CD44 ligand hyaluronic acid and magnetic nanoparticles guided by magnetic force. Under the acidic microenvironment of cancer cells, FMDH-D could be decomposed into Mn and Fe to generate •OH radicals by triggering a Fenton-like reaction and responsively releasing doxorubicin to kill cancer cells.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a hematological disease, and imatinib (IM) resistance represents a major problem for its clinical treatment. In the present study, the role of tribbles pseudokinase 2 (TRIB2) in IM resistance of CML and the possible mechanism were investigated. It was found that TRIB2 was highly expressed in IM‑resistant patients with CML through the Oncomine database and this conclusion was confirmed using reverse transcription‑quantitative PCR and western blot experiments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) function as potential diagnostic biomarkers in various cancers. This study aimed to evaluate the roles of miR-205-5p in lung cancer progression and diagnosis.
Materials And Methods: MiR-205-5p was detected by quantitative real-time PCR.
Vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) are an important cellular component of the vascular wall. Restenosis is mainly due to VSMC excessive proliferation. However, little is known about the role of circRNAs in VSMC proliferation and phenotypic switching.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMedicine (Baltimore)
December 2021
Introduction: Transoral laser microsurgery (TLM) is one of the most common operations performed for glottic lesions. Several protection measures are taken to prevent tracheal damage. However, some protection measures and common postoperative complications may still cause delayed tracheal rupture in certain situations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFLung cancer is the second most common tumor and has the highest mortality rate. Both novel therapeutic targets and approaches are needed to improve the overall survival of patients with lung cancer. MicroRNA-320a-3p belongs to the miR-320a family and has been reported as a tumor suppressor in multiple cancers.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGastric cancer is a type of cancer that is characterized by high morbidity and mortality rates. Long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) β-1,3-galactosyltransferase 5-AS1 (B3GALT5-AS1) was previously found to be highly expressed in the serum of patients with gastric cancer. However, the regulatory effects of B3GALT5-AS1 in gastric cancer remain poorly understood.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNon-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) involve in diverse biological processes by post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression. Emerging evidence shows that miRNA-4293 plays a significant role in the development of non-small cell lung cancer. However, the oncogenic functions of miR-4293 have not been studied.
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