Mitochondrial Dysfunction Secondary to Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress in Acute Myocardial Ischemic Injury in Rats.

BACKGROUND The relationship between endoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria during acute myocardial ischemic injury is still unclear. Our study aimed to define the dynamics of endoplasmic reticulum stress and mitochondrial dysfunction during acute ischemic injury. MATERIAL AND METHODS A rat model of acute myocardial infarction and hypoxic cardiomyocytes were used in this study.

Induction of Human T-cell and Cytokine Responses Following Vaccination with a Novel Influenza Vaccine.

Cell mediated immunity plays a vital role in defense against influenza infection in humans. Less is known about the role of vaccine-induced cell mediated immunity and the cytokine responses elicited. We measured CD4 and CD8 T-cell reactivity in human subjects following vaccination with licensed trivalent influenza vaccine and a novel virus-like particle based vaccine.

A new less invasive surgical technique in the management of acute Achilles tendon rupture through limited-open procedure combined with a single-anchor and "circuit" suture technique.

Background: Traditional incision repair and minimally invasive repair for acute Achilles tendon repair have limitations. This study aimed to present our series of 23 patients with acute Achilles tendon rupture that was repaired using two small incisions to assist the anchor repair of the tear and a new "circuit" suture technique.

Methods: This was a retrospective study of 23 patients with acute Achilles tendon rupture treated with the new technique at Changhai Hospital between January 2015 and December 2016 and followed up for 14-33 months.