Since the beginning of the 21st century,modern medical technology has advanced rapidly,and the cryomedicine has also seen significant progress.Notable developments include the application of cryomedicine in assisted r...Since the beginning of the 21st century,modern medical technology has advanced rapidly,and the cryomedicine has also seen significant progress.Notable developments include the application of cryomedicine in assisted reproduction and the cryopreservation of sperm,eggs and embryos,as well as the preservation of skin,fingers,and other isolated tissues.However,cryopreservation of large and complex tissues or organs remains highly challenging.In addition to the damage caused by the freezing and rewarming processes and the inherent complexity of tissues and organs,there is an urgent need to address issues related to damage detection and the investigation of injury mechanisms.It provides a retrospective analysis of existing methods for assessing tissue and organ viability.Although current techniques can detect damage to some extent,they tend to be relatively simple,time-consuming,and limited in their ability to provide timely and comprehensive assessments of viability.By summarizing and evaluating these approaches,our study aims to contribute to the improvement of viability detection methods and to promote further development in this critical area.展开更多
AIM:To investigate the effects of vialinin A on viability of human retinal endothelial cells(HRECs)under high glucose condition and its potential mechanism.METHODS:The HRECs were divided into four groups:normal glucos...AIM:To investigate the effects of vialinin A on viability of human retinal endothelial cells(HRECs)under high glucose condition and its potential mechanism.METHODS:The HRECs were divided into four groups:normal glucose control group(NG,5 mmol/L D-glucose),high glucose group(HG,30 mmol/L D-glucose),HG+1μmol/L vialinin A group,and HG+5μmol/L vialinin A group.The cell viabilities were measured with cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)assay for proliferation,with scratch assay for migration,and tube formation,for evaluation of the impact of vialinin A on cellular behaviour.Real-time PCR and Western blotting were used to determine the expression level of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF).RESULTS:The proliferative capacity and migration of HRECs was reduced by 5μmol/L vialinin A in high glucose environment(both P<0.05).Vialinin A also inhibited highglucose-induced tube formation of HRECs.The expression level of VEGF and PI3K in HRECs was also significantly decreased by vialinin A(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:Vialinin A inhibits the cell viability of HRECs.It may serve as a potential target for anti-angiogenic therapy.展开更多
Objective:To determine the relationship between the early embryo viability assessment(EEVA)and blastocyst morphological parameters and pregnancy outcomes.Methods:This retrospective cohort study was conducted on 291 in...Objective:To determine the relationship between the early embryo viability assessment(EEVA)and blastocyst morphological parameters and pregnancy outcomes.Methods:This retrospective cohort study was conducted on 291 intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycles including 2522 embryos with indications of prolonging embryo culture to the blastocyst stage in the Genea embryo review incubator,and 511 single vitrified-warmed blastocyst transfer cycles from January 2020 to June 2023.The EEVA system produced an EEVA score from E1(best)to E5(worse)for the potential of blastocyst formation.Blastocyst morphology was evaluated.The association between the EEVA score and each type of blastocyst morphology,implantation rate,clinical pregnancy,and ongoing pregnancy were assessed using generalized estimating equations.Results:The inner cell mass A(ICM A),trophectoderm A(TE A),blastocoele expansion degree of 3,4,5,6,7 rates were higher with lower the EEVA score.The adjusted odd ratio(aOR)(E5 vs E1)was 0.3 for ICM A,0.174 for TE A and 0.210 for BL3,4,5,6,7(all P<0.001),suggesting a significant association between lower EEVA scores and improved embryo quality.The implantation,clinical pregnancy,and ongoing pregnancy rate were also higher with lower the EEVA score.The aOR of E5 vs E1 was 0.245 for implantation,0.185 for clinical pregnancy and 0.200 for ongoing pregnancy rate(P<0.001).Conclusions:There were associations between blastocyst morphology,pregnancy outcome and EEVA scores.The good blastocyst morphology and pregnancy outcomes are higher with lower the EEVA score.展开更多
This study explores the antiviral properties of high-voltage low-frequency electric field exposure on the replication of human viruses, including Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1), Human Coronavirus OC43 (HCoV OC43)...This study explores the antiviral properties of high-voltage low-frequency electric field exposure on the replication of human viruses, including Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1), Human Coronavirus OC43 (HCoV OC43), and Influenza A virus (A H1N1). Using the HealectricsTM device (model S02), which operates by applying high-voltage direct current (30 - 50 kV) with a polarity change frequency of ~0.2 Hz, we investigated the impact on viral infectivity and host cell viability. Virus cultures were exposed to electric fields during different stages: virion adsorption (0 - 1 hour), intracellular replication (1 - 8 hours), and both stages. Viral infectivity was assessed through titration, and cytotoxic effects were evaluated using MTT assays. Electric field exposure significantly reduced viral infectivity, particularly during the combined sorption and replication stages, with up to a 90% decrease in viral activity. Among the viruses tested, HCoV OC43 showed the least sensitivity, with a reduction in viral activity by a factor of 5. Comparisons revealed statistically significant reductions for influenza and herpes viruses, and a trend towards significance for HCoV OC43. The electric field treatment did not significantly affect the viability of Vero and MDCK cells, indicating the method’s safety. Our findings suggest that high-voltage low-frequency electric fields can effectively reduce viral infectivity and may serve as a potential therapeutic and preventive measure against a wide range of membrane-bound viruses, including SARS-CoV-2.展开更多
The arginine-modified and europium-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles（HAP-Eu） were synthesized by hydrothermal synthesis.The prepared nanoparticles were characterized by transmission electron microscopy（TEM）,X-ray...The arginine-modified and europium-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles（HAP-Eu） were synthesized by hydrothermal synthesis.The prepared nanoparticles were characterized by transmission electron microscopy（TEM）,X-ray diffractometry（XRD）,Fourier transform infrared（FTIR） and zeta potential analyzer.The cell viability of HAP-Eu was tested by image flow cytometry.The results indicated that HAP-Eu is short column shapes and its size is approximately 100 nm,its zeta potential is about 30.10 mV at pH of 7.5,and shows no cytotoxicity in human epithelial cells and endothelial cells.展开更多
文摘Since the beginning of the 21st century,modern medical technology has advanced rapidly,and the cryomedicine has also seen significant progress.Notable developments include the application of cryomedicine in assisted reproduction and the cryopreservation of sperm,eggs and embryos,as well as the preservation of skin,fingers,and other isolated tissues.However,cryopreservation of large and complex tissues or organs remains highly challenging.In addition to the damage caused by the freezing and rewarming processes and the inherent complexity of tissues and organs,there is an urgent need to address issues related to damage detection and the investigation of injury mechanisms.It provides a retrospective analysis of existing methods for assessing tissue and organ viability.Although current techniques can detect damage to some extent,they tend to be relatively simple,time-consuming,and limited in their ability to provide timely and comprehensive assessments of viability.By summarizing and evaluating these approaches,our study aims to contribute to the improvement of viability detection methods and to promote further development in this critical area.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81970830)Jiangsu Provincial Medical Innovation Team(No.CXTDA2017039).
文摘AIM:To investigate the effects of vialinin A on viability of human retinal endothelial cells(HRECs)under high glucose condition and its potential mechanism.METHODS:The HRECs were divided into four groups:normal glucose control group(NG,5 mmol/L D-glucose),high glucose group(HG,30 mmol/L D-glucose),HG+1μmol/L vialinin A group,and HG+5μmol/L vialinin A group.The cell viabilities were measured with cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)assay for proliferation,with scratch assay for migration,and tube formation,for evaluation of the impact of vialinin A on cellular behaviour.Real-time PCR and Western blotting were used to determine the expression level of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF).RESULTS:The proliferative capacity and migration of HRECs was reduced by 5μmol/L vialinin A in high glucose environment(both P<0.05).Vialinin A also inhibited highglucose-induced tube formation of HRECs.The expression level of VEGF and PI3K in HRECs was also significantly decreased by vialinin A(P<0.05).CONCLUSION:Vialinin A inhibits the cell viability of HRECs.It may serve as a potential target for anti-angiogenic therapy.
文摘Objective:To determine the relationship between the early embryo viability assessment(EEVA)and blastocyst morphological parameters and pregnancy outcomes.Methods:This retrospective cohort study was conducted on 291 intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycles including 2522 embryos with indications of prolonging embryo culture to the blastocyst stage in the Genea embryo review incubator,and 511 single vitrified-warmed blastocyst transfer cycles from January 2020 to June 2023.The EEVA system produced an EEVA score from E1(best)to E5(worse)for the potential of blastocyst formation.Blastocyst morphology was evaluated.The association between the EEVA score and each type of blastocyst morphology,implantation rate,clinical pregnancy,and ongoing pregnancy were assessed using generalized estimating equations.Results:The inner cell mass A(ICM A),trophectoderm A(TE A),blastocoele expansion degree of 3,4,5,6,7 rates were higher with lower the EEVA score.The adjusted odd ratio(aOR)(E5 vs E1)was 0.3 for ICM A,0.174 for TE A and 0.210 for BL3,4,5,6,7(all P<0.001),suggesting a significant association between lower EEVA scores and improved embryo quality.The implantation,clinical pregnancy,and ongoing pregnancy rate were also higher with lower the EEVA score.The aOR of E5 vs E1 was 0.245 for implantation,0.185 for clinical pregnancy and 0.200 for ongoing pregnancy rate(P<0.001).Conclusions:There were associations between blastocyst morphology,pregnancy outcome and EEVA scores.The good blastocyst morphology and pregnancy outcomes are higher with lower the EEVA score.
文摘This study explores the antiviral properties of high-voltage low-frequency electric field exposure on the replication of human viruses, including Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1), Human Coronavirus OC43 (HCoV OC43), and Influenza A virus (A H1N1). Using the HealectricsTM device (model S02), which operates by applying high-voltage direct current (30 - 50 kV) with a polarity change frequency of ~0.2 Hz, we investigated the impact on viral infectivity and host cell viability. Virus cultures were exposed to electric fields during different stages: virion adsorption (0 - 1 hour), intracellular replication (1 - 8 hours), and both stages. Viral infectivity was assessed through titration, and cytotoxic effects were evaluated using MTT assays. Electric field exposure significantly reduced viral infectivity, particularly during the combined sorption and replication stages, with up to a 90% decrease in viral activity. Among the viruses tested, HCoV OC43 showed the least sensitivity, with a reduction in viral activity by a factor of 5. Comparisons revealed statistically significant reductions for influenza and herpes viruses, and a trend towards significance for HCoV OC43. The electric field treatment did not significantly affect the viability of Vero and MDCK cells, indicating the method’s safety. Our findings suggest that high-voltage low-frequency electric fields can effectively reduce viral infectivity and may serve as a potential therapeutic and preventive measure against a wide range of membrane-bound viruses, including SARS-CoV-2.
基金Project (81071869) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China Project (2009637526) supported by China Scholarship Council (CSC Program)Project (2010QZZD006) supported by the Key Program of Central South University Advancing Front Foundation
文摘The arginine-modified and europium-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles（HAP-Eu） were synthesized by hydrothermal synthesis.The prepared nanoparticles were characterized by transmission electron microscopy（TEM）,X-ray diffractometry（XRD）,Fourier transform infrared（FTIR） and zeta potential analyzer.The cell viability of HAP-Eu was tested by image flow cytometry.The results indicated that HAP-Eu is short column shapes and its size is approximately 100 nm,its zeta potential is about 30.10 mV at pH of 7.5,and shows no cytotoxicity in human epithelial cells and endothelial cells.
