Highly Selective Construction of Unique Cyclic [4]Catenanes Induced by Multiple Noncovalent Interactions.

The synthesis of high-ordered mechanically interlocked supramolecular structures is an extremely challenging topic. Only two linear [4]catenanes have been reported so far and there is no defined strategy to obtain cyclic [4]catenane. Herein, two unprecedented cyclic [4]catenanes, 1 and 2, were prepared in high yields.

Catalpol Enhances Random-Pattern Skin Flap Survival by Activating SIRT1-Mediated Enhancement of Autophagy.

Random-pattern skin flap necrosis limits its application in the clinic. It is still a challenge for plastic surgeons. Catalpol is an effective ingredient extracted from Rehmannia glutinosa, which is reported to promote angiogenesis and protect against ischemic cerebral disease.

Pharmacokinetics of Acetaminophen and Metformin Hydrochloride in Rats After Exposure to Simulated High Altitude Hypoxia.

The pharmacokinetic characteristics of drugs were altered under high altitude hypoxia, thereby affecting the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drug. However, there are few literatures on the pharmacokinetic changes of antipyretic and pain-relieving drugs and cardiovascular system drugs at high altitude. This study aimed to evaluate the pharmacokinetics of acetaminophen and metformin hydrochloride in rats under simulated high altitude hypoxia condition.

Regulation of High-Altitude Hypoxia on the Transcription of CYP450 and UGT1A1 Mediated by PXR and CAR.

Little is known about what roles the pregnane X receptor (PXR) and constitutive androstane receptor (CAR) play in drug metabolism in high-altitude hypoxia. Likewise, the potential interaction of nuclear receptors and drug metabolism enzymes during drug metabolism of high-altitude hypoxia is not fully understood. In this work, we investigated the effects of high-altitude hypoxia on transcriptional regulation of cytochrome P450 (CYP450) and UDP-glucuronosyltransferase 1A1 (UGT1A1) genes mediated by PXR and CAR proteins.

Sinogram-Affirmed Iterative Reconstruction Negatively Impacts the Risk Category Based on Agatston Score: A Study Combining Coronary Calcium Score Measurement and Coronary CT Angiography.

Purpose: To assess the impact of sinogram-affirmed iterative reconstruction (SAFIRE) on risk category for coronary artery disease by combining coronary calcium score measurement and coronary CT angiography (CCTA).

Materials And Methods: Eighty-nine patients (64.0% male) older than 18 years (64.

Regulation of X-Ray Irradiation on the Activity and Expression Levels of CYP1A2 and CYP2E1 in Rats.

The objective of this study was to investigate the regulation of X-ray irradiation and its effect on the activity and protein and mRNA expression levels of CYP1A2 and CYP2E1 in rats. Rats were randomly divided into 0 Gy (control), 1 Gy (low-dose irradiation), and 5 Gy (high-dose irradiation) groups. CYP1A2 and CYP2E1 activity was evaluated from changes in pharmacokinetic parameters of caffeine and chlorzoxazone, respectively.

Ultrasound-Guided Continuous Femoral Nerve Block with Dexmedetomidine Combined with Low Concentrations of Ropivacaine for Postoperative Analgesia in Elderly Knee Arthroplasty.

Objectives: This study aims to investigate the clinical effect of dexmedetomidine (DEX) combined with low concentrations of ropivacaine in ultrasound-guided continuous fem-oral nerve block for postoperative analgesia in elderly patients with total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Materials And Methods: Patients were divided into three groups: group C, group D1, and group D2. For postoperative analgesia, patients in group C were given 0.

[Energy Conservation and Emissions Reduction Benefits Analysis for Battery Electric Buses Based on Travel Services].

Battery Electric Bus (BEB) has become one of prior options of urban buses for its "zero emission" during the driving stage. However, the environmental performance of electric buses is affected by multi-factors from the point of whole life cycle. In practice, carrying capacity of BEB and power generation structures can both implement evident effects on the energy consumption and pollutants emission of BEB.

Effect of non-surgical periodontal treatment on glycemic control of patients with diabetes: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Objective: The present study aimed at investigating whether non-surgical periodontal treatment can reduce the Haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) % level in type 2 diabetic patients.

Methods: A search of the literature on English publications was performed in Cochrane Central, Medline, ISI Web of Knowledge and EMBASE (until 06 February 2014). An RCT was selected if the subject was type 2 diabetic patients diagnosed with chronic periodontitis, and compared HbA1c% change after non-surgical periodontal treatment alone for at least three months of the study duration.

[Comparative life cycle environmental assessment between electric taxi and gasoline taxi in Beijing].

Tailpipe emission of internal combustion engine vehicle (ICEV) is one of the main sources leading to atmospheric environmental problems such as haze. Substituting electric vehicles for conventional gasoline vehicles is an important solution for reducing urban air pollution. In 2011, as a pilot city of electric vehicle, Beijing launched a promotion plan of electric vehicle.

[Research on carbon reduction potential of electric vehicles for low-carbon transportation and its influencing factors].

Transportation is the key industry of urban energy consumption and carbon emissions. The transformation of conventional gasoline vehicles to new energy vehicles is an important initiative to realize the goal of developing low-carbon city through energy saving and emissions reduction, while electric vehicles (EV) will play an important role in this transition due to their advantage in energy saving and lower carbon emissions. After reviewing the existing researches on energy saving and emissions reduction of electric vehicles, this paper analyzed the factors affecting carbon emissions reduction.

4-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-7-yl 4-methyl-benzene-sulfonate.

In the title compound, C(17)H(14)O(5)S, the coumarin ring system is nearly planar, with a maximum deviation of 0.034 (2) Å from the mean plane. The dihedral angle between the benzene ring and the coumarin ring system is 56.

2-[(3-Bromo-anilino)meth-yl]-1,2-benzo-thia-zol-3(2H)-one.

The title compound, C(14)H(11)BrN(2)OS, was synthesized by the reaction of 1,2-benzothia-zol-3(2H)-one with formalin and 3-bromo-aniline in ethanol. The 1,2-benzothia-zolone ring system is approximately planar [maximum deviation = 0.0142 (s.

4,7,8-Trimethyl-2H-chromen-2-one.

The mol-ecule of the title compound, C(12)H(12)O(2), is essentially planar, with a maximum deviation from the mean plane of all non-H atoms of 0.038 (1) Å for the methyl C atom in the 8-position. The crystal structure is characterized by anti-parallel π-π stacking along the c axis, with centroid-centroid distances as short as 3.

Management of traumatic hemothorax by closed thoracic drainage using a central venous catheter.

Objective: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the treatment of traumatic hemothorax by closed pleural drainage using a central venous catheter (CVC), compared with using a conventional chest tube.

Methods: A prospective controlled study with the Ethics Committee approval was undertaken. A total of 407 patients with traumatic hemothorax were involved and they were randomly assigned to undergo closed pleural drainage with CVCs (n=214) or conventional chest tubes (n=193).

Butyl 3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-benzo[d][1,2]thia-zole-2-carboxyl-ate.

The title compound, C(12)H(13)NO(3)S, was synthesised by the reaction of benzo[d]isothia-zol-3(2H)-one with butyl alcohol in toluene. The benzoisothia-zolone ring system is almost planar with a mean deviation of 0.041 (1) Å.

2-(3-Oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,2-benzothia-zol-2-yl)acetic acid.

In the title compound, C(9)H(7)NO(3)S, the benzoisothia-zolone ring system is essentially planar, with a maximum deviation of 0.013 (2) Å. In the crystal, mol-ecules are linked via O-H⋯O hydrogen bonds, forming chains along [010].

Propyl 3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,2-benzothia-zole-2-carboxyl-ate.

The title compound, C(11)H(11)NO(3)S, was synthesized by the reaction of benzo[d]isothia-zol-3(2H)-one with propyl carbono-chloridate in toluene. The benzoisothiazolone ring system is approximately planar with a maximum deviation from the mean plane of 0.0226 (14) Å for the N atom.

Isopropyl 3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,2-benzothia-zole-2-carboxyl-ate.

The title compound, C(11)H(11)NO(3)S, was synthesized by the reaction of benzo[d]isothia-zol-3(2H)-one with isopropanol in toluene. The benzoisothia-zolone ring system is essentially planar, with a mean deviation of 0.018 (2) Å from the least-squares plane defined by the nine constituent atoms.

Ethyl 3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,2-benzothia-zole-2-carboxyl-ate.

The title compound, C(10)H(9)NO(3)S, was synthesized by the reaction of benzo[d]isothia-zol-3(2H)-one with ethyl carbonochloridate in toluol. The benzisothia-zolone ring system is approximately planar, with a maximum deviation from the mean plane of 0.020 (1) Å for the N atom.

Changes of glucocorticoid receptor and levels of CRF mRNA, POMC mRNA in brain of chronic immobilization stress rats.

The effect of chronic immobilization stress (CIS) on the biochemical parameters has been one of the hot topics in neuroscience. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of CIS on the levels of glucocorticoid receptor (GR), corticotrophin-releasing factor (CRF) mRNA and proopiomelanocortin (POMC) mRNA in brains of rats. The rats were randomly divided into stressed and control groups.

[Endoscopy-assisted internal fixation of ramus and subcondylar fracture].

Objective: To investigate clinical application of endoscopy-assisted internal fixation of ramus and subcondylar fractures.

Methods: In 11 patients with mandibular ramus and subcondylar fractures, endoscopy-assisted internal fixations with titanium plates were performed using micro-angular drill and screwdriver.

Results: All of the patients showed no visible facial scars.

Rapid detection of pneumothorax by ultrasonography in patients with multiple trauma.

Introduction: Early detection of pneumothorax in multiple trauma patients is critically important. It can be argued that the efficacy of ultrasonography (US) for detection of pneumothorax is enhanced if it is performed and interpreted directly by the clinician in charge of the patients. The aim of this study was to assess the ability of emergency department clinicians to perform bedside US to detect and assess the size of the pneumothorax in patients with multiple trauma.