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Quan H, Dai X, Liu M, Wu C, Wang D. Luteolin supports osteogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament cells. BMC Oral Health 2019; 19:229. [PMID: 31655580 PMCID: PMC6815369 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-019-0926-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2019] [Accepted: 10/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Background Previous research revealed that luteolin could improve the activation of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and osteocalcin in mouse osteoblasts. We aimed to determine the effect of luteolin on osteogenic differentiation of periodontal ligament cells (PDLCs). Methods Cultured human PDLCs (HPDLCs) were treated by luteolin at 0.01, 0.1, 1, 10, 100 μmol/L, Wnt/β-catenin pathway inhibitor (XAV939, 5 μmol/L) alone or in combination with 1 μmol/L luteolin. Immunohistochemical staining was performed to ensure cells source. Cell activity and the ability of osteogenic differentiation in HPDLCs were determined by MTT, ALP and Alizarin Red S staining. Real-time Quantitative PCR Detecting System (qPCR) and Western blot were performed to measure the expressions of osteogenic differentiation-related genes such as bone morphogenetic protein 2 (BMP2), osteocalcin (OCN), runt-related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2), Osterix (OSX) and Wnt/β-catenin pathway proteins members cyclin D1 and β-catenin. Results Luteolin at concentrations of 0.01, 0.1, 1, 10, 100 μmol/L promoted cell viability, ALP activity and increased calcified nodules content in HPDLCs. The expressions of BMP2, OCN, OSX, RUNX2, β-catenin and cyclin D1 were increased by luteolin at concentrations of 0.01, 0.1, 1 μmol/L, noticeably, 1 μmol/L luteolin produced the strongest effects. In addition, XAV939 inhibited the expressions of calcification and osteogenic differentiation-related genes in HPDLCs, and 1 μmol/L luteolin availably decreased the inhibitory effect. Conclusion 1 μmol/L luteolin accelerated osteogenic differentiation of HPDLCs via activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, which could be clinically applied to treat periodontal disease.
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- He Quan
- Economic & Technological Development Area Clinic, Yantai Stomatological Hospital, No. 11 Songshan Road, Yantai, 264000, Shandong Province, China
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- Economic & Technological Development Area Clinic, Yantai Stomatological Hospital, No. 11 Songshan Road, Yantai, 264000, Shandong Province, China
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- Economic & Technological Development Area Clinic, Yantai Stomatological Hospital, No. 11 Songshan Road, Yantai, 264000, Shandong Province, China
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- Economic & Technological Development Area Clinic, Yantai Stomatological Hospital, No. 11 Songshan Road, Yantai, 264000, Shandong Province, China
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- Economic & Technological Development Area Clinic, Yantai Stomatological Hospital, No. 11 Songshan Road, Yantai, 264000, Shandong Province, China.
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Costela-Ruiz VJ, Melguizo-Rodríguez L, Illescas-Montes R, Ramos-Torrecillas J, Manzano-Moreno FJ, Ruiz C, Bertos EDL. Effects of Therapeutic Doses of Celecoxib on Several Physiological Parameters of Cultured Human Osteoblasts. Int J Med Sci 2019; 16:1466-1472. [PMID: 31673238 PMCID: PMC6818209 DOI: 10.7150/ijms.37857] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2019] [Accepted: 08/13/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2)-selective NSAIDs, are associated with adverse effects on bone tissue. These drugs are frequently the treatment of choice but are the least studied with respect to their repercussion on bone. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of celecoxib on cultured human osteoblasts. Human osteoblasts obtained by primary culture from bone samples were treated with celecoxib at doses of 0.75, 2, or 5μM for 24 h. The MTT technique was used to determine the effect on proliferation; flow cytometry to establish the effect on cell cycle, cell viability, and antigenic profile; and real-time polymerase chain reaction to measure the effect on gene expressions of the differentiation markers RUNX2, alkaline phosphatase (ALP), osteocalcin (OSC), and osterix (OSX). Therapeutic doses of celecoxib had no effect on osteoblast cell growth or antigen expression but had a negative impact on the gene expression of RUNX2 and OSC, although there was no significant change in the expression of ALP and OSX. Celecoxib at therapeutic doses has no apparent adverse effects on cultured human osteoblasts and only inhibits the expression of some differentiation markers. These characteristics may place this drug in a preferential position among NSAIDs used for analgesic and anti-inflammatory therapy during bone tissue repair.
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- Víctor J. Costela-Ruiz
- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Avda. Ilustración 60, 18016. Granada, Spain
- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Avda. Ilustración 60, 18016. Granada, Spain
- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Avda. Ilustración 60, 18016. Granada, Spain
- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Avda. Ilustración 60, 18016. Granada, Spain
- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
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- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Stomatology, School of Dentistry, University of Granada, Colegio Máximo, Campus Universitario de Cartuja 18071. Granada, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Avda. Ilustración 60, 18016. Granada, Spain
- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
- Institute of Neuroscience, University of Granada, Centro de Investigación Biomédica (CIBM). Parque de Tecnológico de la Salud (PTS) Avda. del Conocimiento S/N, 18016. Armilla, Granada, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Avda. Ilustración 60, 18016. Granada, Spain
- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs.Granada, C/ Doctor Azpitarte 4, 4ª planta, 18012. Granada, Spain
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Necula MG, Mazare A, Ion RN, Ozkan S, Park J, Schmuki P, Cimpean A. Lateral Spacing of TiO 2 Nanotubes Modulates Osteoblast Behavior. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2019; 12:E2956. [PMID: 31547276 PMCID: PMC6766216 DOI: 10.3390/ma12182956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2019] [Revised: 09/05/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanotube coated substrates have revolutionized the concept of implant in a number of ways, being endowed with superior osseointegration properties and local drug delivery capacity. While accumulating reports describe the influence of nanotube diameter on cell behavior, little is known about the effects of nanotube lateral spacing on cells involved in bone regeneration. In this context, in the present study the MC3T3-E1 murine pre-osteoblast cells behavior has been investigated by using TiO2 nanotubes of ~78 nm diameter and lateral spacing of 18 nm and 80 nm, respectively. Both nanostructured surfaces supported cell viability and proliferation in approximately equal extent. However, obvious differences in the cell spreading areas, morphologies, the organization of the actin cytoskeleton and the pattern of the focal adhesions were noticed. Furthermore, investigation of the pre-osteoblast differentiation potential indicated a higher capacity of larger spacing nanostructure to enhance the expression of the alkaline phosphatase, osteopontin and osteocalcin osteoblast specific markers inducing osteogenic differentiation. These findings provide the proof that lateral spacing of the TiO2 nanotube coated titanium (Ti) surfaces has to be considered in designing bone implants with improved biological performance.
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- Madalina Georgiana Necula
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania.
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- Department of Materials Science WW4-LKO, Friedrich-Alexander University, 91058 Erlangen, Germany.
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania.
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- Department of Materials Science WW4-LKO, Friedrich-Alexander University, 91058 Erlangen, Germany.
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- Division of Molecular Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University Hospital Erlangen, 91054 Erlangen, Germany.
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- Department of Materials Science WW4-LKO, Friedrich-Alexander University, 91058 Erlangen, Germany.
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania.
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Dong QN, Kanno T, Bai Y, Sha J, Hideshima K. Bone Regeneration Potential of Uncalcined and Unsintered Hydroxyapatite/Poly l-lactide Bioactive/Osteoconductive Sheet Used for Maxillofacial Reconstructive Surgery: An In Vivo Study. MATERIALS 2019; 12:ma12182931. [PMID: 31514283 PMCID: PMC6766281 DOI: 10.3390/ma12182931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2019] [Revised: 08/21/2019] [Accepted: 09/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Uncalcined and unsintered hydroxyapatite/poly l-lactide (u-HA/PLLA) material has osteoconductive characteristics and is available for use as a maxillofacial osteosynthetic reconstruction device. However, its bone regeneration ability in the maxillofacial region has not been fully investigated. This study is the first to assess the bone regenerative potential of osteoconductive u-HA/PLLA material when it is used for repairing maxillofacial bone defects. A total of 21 Sprague-Dawley male rats were divided into three groups—the u-HA/PLLA, PLLA, or sham control groups. A critical size defect of 4 mm was created in the mandible of each rat. Then, the defect was covered with either a u-HA/PLLA or PLLA sheet on the buccal side. The rats in each group were sacrificed at 2, 4, or 8 weeks. The rats’ mandibles were sampled for histological analysis with hematoxylin and eosin staining, histomorphometry, and immunohistochemistry with Runx2 and osteocalcin (OCN) antibody. The amount of newly formed bone in the u-HA/PLLA group was significantly higher than that of the PLLA group. The expression of Runx2 and OCN in the u-HA/PLLA group was also significantly higher. These results demonstrate that the u-HA/PLLA material has excellent bone regenerative ability and confirm its applicability as a reconstructive device in maxillofacial surgery.
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- Quang Ngoc Dong
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan.
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Rossi M, Battafarano G, Pepe J, Minisola S, Del Fattore A. The Endocrine Function of Osteocalcin Regulated by Bone Resorption: A Lesson from Reduced and Increased Bone Mass Diseases. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20184502. [PMID: 31514440 PMCID: PMC6769834 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20184502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2019] [Revised: 09/10/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Bone is a peculiar tissue subjected to a continuous process of self-renewal essential to assure the integrity of the skeleton and to explicate the endocrine functions. The study of bone diseases characterized by increased or reduced bone mass due to osteoclast alterations has been essential to understand the great role played by osteocalcin in the endocrine functions of the skeleton. The ability of osteoclasts to regulate the decarboxylation of osteocalcin and to control glucose metabolism, male fertility, and cognitive functions was demonstrated by the use of animal models. In this review we described how diseases characterized by defective and increased bone resorption activity, as osteopetrosis and osteoporosis, were essential to understand the involvement of bone tissue in whole body physiology. To translate this knowledge into humans, recently published reports on patients were described, but further studies should be performed to confirm this complex hormonal regulation in humans.
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- Michela Rossi
- Bone Physiopathology Group, Multifactorial Disease and Complex Phenotype Research Area, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, 00146 Rome, Italy.
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- Bone Physiopathology Group, Multifactorial Disease and Complex Phenotype Research Area, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, 00146 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Disciplines, Sapienza University of Rome, 00186 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Medical Disciplines, Sapienza University of Rome, 00186 Rome, Italy.
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- Bone Physiopathology Group, Multifactorial Disease and Complex Phenotype Research Area, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, 00146 Rome, Italy.
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Wang F, Zhang C, Ge W, Zhang G. Up-regulated CST5 inhibits bone resorption and activation of osteoclasts in rat models of osteoporosis via suppression of the NF-κB pathway. J Cell Mol Med 2019; 23:6744-6754. [PMID: 31402549 PMCID: PMC6787459 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.14552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2018] [Revised: 06/24/2019] [Accepted: 06/30/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Here, we aim at exploring the effect of CST5 on bone resorption and activation of osteoclasts in osteoporosis (OP) rats through the NF‐κB pathway. Microarray analysis was used to screen the OP‐related differentially expressed genes. Osteoporosis was induced in rats by intragastric retinoic acid administration. The serum levels of tartrate‐resistant acid phosphatase (TRAP), bone alkaline phosphatase (BALP) and osteocalcin (OC) and the expression of CD61 on the surface of osteoclasts were examined. The number of osteoclasts and the number and area of resorption pits were detected. Besides, the pathological changes and bone mineral density in bone tissues of rats were assessed. Also, the relationship between CST5 and the NF‐κB pathway was identified through determining the expression of CST5, RANKL, RANK, OPG, p65 and IKB. Poorly expressed CST5 was indicated to affect the OP. CST5 elevation and inhibition of the NF‐κB pathway decreased serum levels of TRAP, BALP and OC and expression of CD61 in vivo and in vitro. In OP rats, CST5 overexpression increased trabecular bones and bone mineral density of bone tissues, but decreased trabecular separation, fat within the bone marrow cavities and the number of osteoclasts through inhibiting the NF‐κB pathway. In vivo experiments showed that CST5 elevation inhibited growth in number and area of osteoclastic resorption pits and restrained osteoclastic bone absorption by inhibiting the NF‐κB pathway. In summary, overexpression of CST5 suppresses the activation and bone resorption of osteoclasts by inhibiting the activation of the NF‐κB pathway.
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- Fei Wang
- Department of Pain, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Chinese Medicine Hospital in Linyi City, Linyi, China
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- Department of Hand and Foot Surgery, Linyi People's Hospital, Linyi, China
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Zhang LN, Wang XX, Wang Z, Li KY, Xu BH, Zhang J. Berberine improves advanced glycation end products‑induced osteogenic differentiation responses in human periodontal ligament stem cells through the canonical Wnt/β‑catenin pathway. Mol Med Rep 2019; 19:5440-5452. [PMID: 31059099 PMCID: PMC6522873 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2019.10193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2018] [Accepted: 04/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and berberine hydrochloride (BBR) on the osteogenic differentiation ability of human periodontal ligament stem cells (hPDLSCs) in vitro, and their underlying mechanisms. hPDLSCs were subjected to osteogenic induction and were treated with AGEs or AGEs + BBR. Following varying numbers of days in culture, alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity assays, ALP staining, alizarin red staining, ELISAs, and reverse transcription‑quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT‑qPCR) and western blot analyses were performed to determine the osteogenic differentiation ability of hPDLSCs; RT‑qPCR, western blot analysis, and immunofluorescence staining were conducted to investigate the underlying mechanisms. The canonical Wnt/β‑catenin pathway inhibitor XAV‑939 and agonist CHIR‑99021 were used to determine the contribution of the canonical Wnt/β‑catenin pathway to differentiation. Treatment with AGEs resulted in reduced ALP activity and Collagen I protein levels, decreased ALP staining, fewer mineralized nodules, and downregulated expression of osteogenic‑specific genes [Runt‑related transcription factor 2 (Runx2), Osterix, ALP, osteopontin (OPN), Collagen I and osteocalcin (OCN)] and proteins (Runx2, OPN, BSP and OCN); however, BBR partially rescued the AGE‑induced decrease in the osteogenic potential of hPDLSCs. Furthermore, AGEs activated the canonical Wnt/β‑catenin signaling pathway and promoted the nuclear translocation of β‑catenin; BBR partially attenuated this effect. In addition, XAV‑939 partially rescued the AGE‑induced reduction in the osteogenic potential of hPDLSCs, whereas CHIR‑99021 suppressed the BBR‑induced increase in the osteogenic potential of hPDLSCs. The present study indicated that AGEs attenuated the osteogenic differentiation ability of hPDLSCs, in part by activating the canonical Wnt/β‑catenin pathway; however, BBR attenuated these effects by inhibiting the canonical Wnt/β‑catenin pathway. These findings suggest a role for BBR in periodontal regeneration induced by hPDLSCs in patients with diabetes mellitus.
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- Li-Na Zhang
- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration, School of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250012, P.R. China
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250012, P.R. China
- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Stomatology, Liaocheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng, Shandong 252000, P.R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration, School of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250012, P.R. China
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250012, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Stomatology, Linyi People's Hospital of Shandong, Linyi, Shandong 276000, P.R. China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Stomatology, Liaocheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng, Shandong 252000, P.R. China
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- Dental Medical Center, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Ministry of Health, Chaoyang, Beijing 100029, P.R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration, School of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250012, P.R. China
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250012, P.R. China
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Hiam D, Voisin S, Yan X, Landen S, Jacques M, Papadimitriou ID, Munson F, Byrnes E, Brennan-Speranza TC, Levinger I, Eynon N. The association between bone mineral density gene variants and osteocalcin at baseline, and in response to exercise: The Gene SMART study. Bone 2019; 123:23-27. [PMID: 30878522 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2019.03.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2018] [Revised: 02/27/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2019] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Osteocalcin (OC) is used as a surrogate marker for bone turnover in clinical settings. As bone mineral density (BMD) is largely heritable, we tested the hypothesis that a) bone-associated genetic variants previously identified in Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) and combined into a genetic risk score (GRS) are associated with a) circulating levels of OC and b) the changes in OC following acute exercise. METHODS Total OC (tOC), undercarboxylated OC (ucOC), and carboxylated OC (cOC) were measured in serum of 73 healthy Caucasian males at baseline and after a single bout of high-intensity interval exercise. In addition, genotyping was conducted targeting GWAS variants previously reported to be associated with BMD and then combined into a GRS. Potential associations between the GRS and tOC, ucOC and cOC were tested with linear regressions adjusted for age. RESULTS At baseline none of the individual SNPs associated with tOC, ucOC and cOC. However, when combined, a higher GRS was associated with higher tOC (β = 0.193 ng/mL; p = 0.037; 95% CI = 0.012, 0.361) and cOC (β = 0.188 ng/mL; p = 0.04; 95% CI = 0.004, 0.433). Following exercise, GRS was associated with ucOC levels, (β = 3.864 ng/mL; p-value = 0.008; 95% CI = 1.063, 6.664) but not with tOC or cOC. CONCLUSION Screening for genetic variations may assist in identifying people at risk for abnormal circulating levels of OC at baseline/rest. Genetic variations in BMD predicted the ucOC response to acute exercise indicating that physiological functional response to exercise may be influenced by bone-related gene variants.
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- Danielle Hiam
- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.; Science (AIMSS), Department of Medicine-Western Health, Melbourne Medical School, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Institute for Health and Sport (iHeS), Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.; Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia.
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Petsophonsakul P, Furmanik M, Forsythe R, Dweck M, Schurink GW, Natour E, Reutelingsperger C, Jacobs M, Mees B, Schurgers L. Role of Vascular Smooth Muscle Cell Phenotypic Switching and Calcification in Aortic Aneurysm Formation. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol 2019; 39:1351-1368. [PMID: 31144989 DOI: 10.1161/atvbaha.119.312787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 197] [Impact Index Per Article: 39.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Aortic aneurysm is a vascular disease whereby the ECM (extracellular matrix) of a blood vessel degenerates, leading to dilation and eventually vessel wall rupture. Recently, it was shown that calcification of the vessel wall is involved in both the initiation and progression of aneurysms. Changes in aortic wall structure that lead to aneurysm formation and vascular calcification are actively mediated by vascular smooth muscle cells. Vascular smooth muscle cells in a healthy vessel wall are termed contractile as they maintain vascular tone and remain quiescent. However, in pathological conditions they can dedifferentiate into a synthetic phenotype, whereby they secrete extracellular vesicles, proliferate, and migrate to repair injury. This process is called phenotypic switching and is often the first step in vascular pathology. Additionally, healthy vascular smooth muscle cells synthesize VKDPs (vitamin K-dependent proteins), which are involved in inhibition of vascular calcification. The metabolism of these proteins is known to be disrupted in vascular pathologies. In this review, we summarize the current literature on vascular smooth muscle cell phenotypic switching and vascular calcification in relation to aneurysm. Moreover, we address the role of vitamin K and VKDPs that are involved in vascular calcification and aneurysm. Visual Overview- An online visual overview is available for this article.
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- Ploingarm Petsophonsakul
- From the Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (P.P., M.F., C.R., L.S.)
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- From the Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (P.P., M.F., C.R., L.S.)
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom (R.F., M.D.)
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom (R.F., M.D.)
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- Department of Vascular Surgery (G.W.S., M.J., B.M.), Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC), Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery (E.N.), Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC), Maastricht, the Netherlands.,European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Maastricht, the Netherlands (E.N., M.J., B.M.)
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- From the Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (P.P., M.F., C.R., L.S.)
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- Department of Vascular Surgery (G.W.S., M.J., B.M.), Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC), Maastricht, the Netherlands.,European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Maastricht, the Netherlands (E.N., M.J., B.M.)
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- Department of Vascular Surgery (G.W.S., M.J., B.M.), Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC), Maastricht, the Netherlands.,European Vascular Center Aachen-Maastricht, Maastricht, the Netherlands (E.N., M.J., B.M.)
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- From the Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (P.P., M.F., C.R., L.S.)
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Skottke J, Gelinsky M, Bernhardt A. In Vitro Co-culture Model of Primary Human Osteoblasts and Osteocytes in Collagen Gels. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20081998. [PMID: 31018582 PMCID: PMC6514924 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20081998] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2019] [Revised: 04/18/2019] [Accepted: 04/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Background: Osteocytes are the key regulator cells in bone tissue, affecting activity of both osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Current in vitro studies on osteocyte-osteoblast interaction are invariably performed with rodent cells, mostly murine cell lines, which diminishes the clinical relevance of the data. Objective: The objective of the present study was to establish an in vitro co-culture system of osteoblasts and osteocytes, which is based solely on human primary cells. Methods: Three different approaches for the generation of human primary osteocytes were compared: direct isolation of osteocytes from bone tissue by multistep digestion, long-time differentiation of human pre-osteoblasts embedded in collagen gels, and short time differentiation of mature human osteoblasts in collagen gels. Co-cultivation of mature osteoblasts with osteocytes, derived from the three different approaches was performed in a transwell system, with osteocytes, embedded in collagen gels at the apical side and osteoblasts on the basal side of a porous membrane, which allowed the separate gene expression analysis for osteocytes and osteoblasts. Fluorescence microscopic imaging and gene expression analysis were performed separately for osteocytes and osteoblasts. Results: All examined approaches provided cells with typical osteocytic morphology, which expressed osteocyte markers E11, osteocalcin, phosphate regulating endopeptidase homolog, X-linked (PHEX), matrix extracellular phosphoglycoprotein (MEPE), sclerostin, and receptor activator of NF-κB Ligand (RANKL). Expression of osteocyte markers was not significantly changed in the presence of osteoblasts. In contrast, osteocalcin gene expression of osteoblasts was significantly upregulated in all examined co-cultures with differentiated osteocytes. Alkaline phosphatase (ALPL), bone sialoprotein II (BSPII), and RANKL expression of osteoblasts was not significantly changed in the co-culture. Conclusion: Interaction of osteoblasts and osteocytes can be monitored in an in vitro model, comprising solely primary human cells.
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- Jasmin Skottke
- Centre for Translational Bone, Joint and Soft Tissue Research, Medical Faculty and University Hospital, Technische Universität, 01307 Dresden, Germany.
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- Centre for Translational Bone, Joint and Soft Tissue Research, Medical Faculty and University Hospital, Technische Universität, 01307 Dresden, Germany.
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- Centre for Translational Bone, Joint and Soft Tissue Research, Medical Faculty and University Hospital, Technische Universität, 01307 Dresden, Germany.
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Beneficial Effects of Vitamins K and D3 on Redox Balance of Human Osteoblasts Cultured with Hydroxyapatite-Based Biomaterials. Cells 2019; 8:cells8040325. [PMID: 30965604 PMCID: PMC6523281 DOI: 10.3390/cells8040325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2019] [Revised: 04/03/2019] [Accepted: 04/05/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials are commonly used in surgery to repair bone damage. However, the introduction of biomaterials into the body can cause metabolic alterations, including redox imbalance. Because vitamins D3 and K (K1, MK-4, MK-7) have pronounced osteoinductive, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, it is suggested that they may reduce the adverse effects of biomaterials. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of vitamins D3 and K, used alone and in combination, on the redox metabolism of human osteoblasts (hFOB 1.19 cell line) cultured in the presence of hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials (Maxgraft, Cerabone, Apatos, and Gen-Os). Culturing of the osteoblasts in the presence of hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials resulted in oxidative stress manifested by increased production of reactive oxygen species and decrease of glutathione level and glutathione peroxidase activity. Such redox imbalance leads to lipid peroxidation manifested by an increase of 4-hydroxynonenal level, which is known to influence the growth of bone cells. Vitamins D3 and K were shown to help maintain redox balance and prevent lipid peroxidation in osteoblasts cultured with hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials. The strongest effect was observed for the combination of vitamin D3 and MK-7. Moreover, vitamins promoted growth of the osteoblasts, manifested by increased DNA biosynthesis. Therefore, it is suggested that the use of vitamins D3 and K may protect redox balance and support the growth of osteoblasts affected by hydroxyapatite-based biomaterials.
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Man X, Yang L, Liu S, Yang L, Li M, Fu Q. Arbutin promotes MC3T3‑E1 mouse osteoblast precursor cell proliferation and differentiation via the Wnt/β‑catenin signaling pathway. Mol Med Rep 2019; 19:4637-4644. [PMID: 30957189 PMCID: PMC6522801 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2019.10125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2018] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Arbutin is a natural compound extracted from various plants, including bearberry leaves, that exerts multiple effects including skin whitening, anti‑inflammatory and oxidative stress‑protective properties. However, the effects of arbutin on osteoblasts remain unknown. The aim of the present study was to investigate the function and the mechanisms of arbutin on the proliferation and differentiation of MC3T3‑E1 mouse osteoblast precursor cells in vitro. The proliferation of MC3T3‑E1 cells treated with arbutin was assessed using a Cell Counting Kit‑8 assay and a 5‑ethynyl‑2'‑deoxyuridine labeling assay. Additionally, cell cycle and apoptosis were examined using flow cytometry analysis. The effects of arbutin on osteoblast differentiation were investigated using alkaline phosphatase (ALP) staining and by examining the mRNA expression levels of collagen type I α1 chain (COL1A1), bone γ‑carboxyglutamate protein (BGLAP) and Sp7 transcription factor (SP7). To further investigate the molecular mechanism underlying arbutin function in promoting osteogenesis, the mRNA and protein expression levels of runt‑related transcription factor 2 (RUNX2) and β‑catenin were analyzed by reverse transcription‑quantitative polymerase chain reaction and western blotting. Arbutin significantly promoted MC3T3‑E1 cell proliferation and increased the ratio of cells in S‑phase. Treatment with arbutin increased ALP activity and the mRNA expression levels of COL1A1, BGLAP and SP7 in MC3T3‑E1 cells. Furthermore, the protein and the mRNA expression levels of RUNX2 and β‑catenin increased significantly following treatment with arbutin. Collectively, the present findings suggested that arbutin was able to promote proliferation and differentiation of MC3T3‑E1 cells via the Wnt/β‑catenin signaling pathway.
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- Xiangji Man
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110000, P.R. China
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Mann V, Grimm D, Corydon TJ, Krüger M, Wehland M, Riwaldt S, Sahana J, Kopp S, Bauer J, Reseland JE, Infanger M, Mari Lian A, Okoro E, Sundaresan A. Changes in Human Foetal Osteoblasts Exposed to the Random Positioning Machine and Bone Construct Tissue Engineering. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:ijms20061357. [PMID: 30889841 PMCID: PMC6471706 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20061357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2019] [Revised: 03/04/2019] [Accepted: 03/13/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Human cells, when exposed to both real and simulated microgravity (s-µg), form 3D tissue constructs mirroring in vivo architectures (e.g., cartilage, intima constructs, cancer spheroids and others). In this study, we exposed human foetal osteoblast (hFOB 1.19) cells to a Random Positioning Machine (RPM) for 7 days and 14 days, with the purpose of investigating the effects of s-µg on biological processes and to engineer 3D bone constructs. RPM exposure of the hFOB 1.19 cells induces alterations in the cytoskeleton, cell adhesion, extra cellular matrix (ECM) and the 3D multicellular spheroid (MCS) formation. In addition, after 7 days, it influences the morphological appearance of these cells, as it forces adherent cells to detach from the surface and assemble into 3D structures. The RPM-exposed hFOB 1.19 cells exhibited a differential gene expression of the following genes: transforming growth factor beta 1 (TGFB1, bone morphogenic protein 2 (BMP2), SRY-Box 9 (SOX9), actin beta (ACTB), beta tubulin (TUBB), vimentin (VIM), laminin subunit alpha 1 (LAMA1), collagen type 1 alpha 1 (COL1A1), phosphoprotein 1 (SPP1) and fibronectin 1 (FN1). RPM exposure also induced a significantly altered release of the cytokines and bone biomarkers sclerostin (SOST), osteocalcin (OC), osteoprotegerin (OPG), osteopontin (OPN), interleukin 1 beta (IL-1β) and tumour necrosis factor 1 alpha (TNF-1α). After the two-week RPM exposure, the spheroids presented a bone-specific morphology. In conclusion, culturing cells in s-µg under gravitational unloading represents a novel technology for tissue-engineering of bone constructs and it can be used for investigating the mechanisms behind spaceflight-related bone loss as well as bone diseases such as osteonecrosis or bone injuries.
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- Vivek Mann
- Osteoimmunology and Integrative Physiology Laboratory, Department of Biology, Texas Southern University, Cleburne, Houston, TX 77004, USA.
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- Department for Biomedicine, Aarhus University, Wilhelm Meyers Allé 4, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
- Clinic for Plastic, Aesthetic and Hand Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Department for Biomedicine, Aarhus University, Wilhelm Meyers Allé 4, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
- Department of Ophthalmology, Aarhus University Hospital, Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 99, DK-8200 Aarhus N, Denmark.
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- Clinic for Plastic, Aesthetic and Hand Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Clinic for Plastic, Aesthetic and Hand Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Department for Biomedicine, Aarhus University, Wilhelm Meyers Allé 4, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
- Clinic for Plastic, Aesthetic and Hand Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Department for Biomedicine, Aarhus University, Wilhelm Meyers Allé 4, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
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- Clinic for Plastic, Aesthetic and Hand Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Martinsried, Am Klopferspitz 18, 82152 Planegg, Germany.
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- Clinical Oral Research Laboratory, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, UiO, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 71 0455 Oslo, Norway.
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- Clinic for Plastic, Aesthetic and Hand Surgery, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany.
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- Clinical Oral Research Laboratory, Institute of Clinical Dentistry, UiO, University of Oslo, Geitmyrsveien 71 0455 Oslo, Norway.
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- Osteoimmunology and Integrative Physiology Laboratory, Department of Biology, Texas Southern University, Cleburne, Houston, TX 77004, USA.
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- Osteoimmunology and Integrative Physiology Laboratory, Department of Biology, Texas Southern University, Cleburne, Houston, TX 77004, USA.
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Papandreou P, Agakidis C, Scouroliakou M, Karagiozoglou-Lampoudi T, Kaliora A, Kalogeropoulos N, Siahanidou T. Early Postnatal Changes of Bone Turnover Biomarkers in Very Low-Birth-Weight Neonates-The Effect of Two Parenteral Lipid Emulsions with Different Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Content: A Randomized Double-Blind Study. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2019; 44:361-369. [PMID: 30864279 DOI: 10.1002/jpen.1533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2018] [Accepted: 02/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND ω-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs) are reported to have beneficial effect on bone mineral density. This study aimed to evaluate early changes of bone turnover biomarkers in very low-birth-weight (VLBW) neonates and the effect of 2 parenteral lipid emulsions (PLEs) with different PUFA composition. METHODS This is a randomized double-blind study with parallel design. VLBW neonates (n = 66) receiving parenteral nutrition (PN)>70% of daily energy requirements for >14 days were assigned into 2 groups that were prescribed soybean oil-based (n = 35) and n-3-enriched PLE (n = 31), respectively. Osteoprotegerin (OPG), soluble receptor activator of nuclear factor-kB ligand (sRANKL), osteocalcin (OC), interleukin-6 (enzyme-linked immunoblot assay kits), Ca, and P plasma levels were assessed before PLE implementation (T1) and on day 20 of life (T2). RESULTS In the total population, sRANKL and OC significantly increased, whereas OPG and the OPG/sRANKL ratio decreased from T1 to T2. Within each group, T1-to-T2 changes of OC were significant in both groups, whereas those of OPG/sRANKL were significant only in the soybean-based group. Multiple regressions showed an independent effect of group allocation on OPG change. Significant associations were observed between PN duration and sRANKL change (negatively), n-6/n-3 and OC changes (positively), and OPG and sRANKL changes (positively). CONCLUSIONS A high bone-turnover rate in VLBW neonates with predominance of bone resorption is confirmed. The lower rate of OPG/sRANKL reduction in the n-3-enriched PLE group indicates that n-3 PUFA-enriched PLEs may help to attenuate early bone loss in VLBW neonates.
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- Panos Papandreou
- First Department of Pediatrics, Athens University Medical School, "Aghia Sophia" Children's Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- First Department of Pediatrics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Hippokration Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Clinical Nutrition Lab, Nutrition/Dietetics Department, Alexander Technological Education Institute, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- First Department of Pediatrics, Athens University Medical School, "Aghia Sophia" Children's Hospital, Athens, Greece
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Kolb AD, Shupp AB, Mukhopadhyay D, Marini FC, Bussard KM. Osteoblasts are "educated" by crosstalk with metastatic breast cancer cells in the bone tumor microenvironment. Breast Cancer Res 2019; 21:31. [PMID: 30813947 PMCID: PMC6391840 DOI: 10.1186/s13058-019-1117-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2018] [Accepted: 02/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION In a cancer-free environment in the adult, the skeleton continuously undergoes remodeling. Bone-resorbing osteoclasts excavate erosion cavities, and bone-depositing osteoblasts synthesize osteoid matrix that forms new bone, with no net bone gain or loss. When metastatic breast cancer cells invade the bone, this balance is disrupted. Patients with bone metastatic breast cancer frequently suffer from osteolytic bone lesions that elicit severe bone pain and fractures. Bisphosphonate treatments are not curative. Under ideal circumstances, osteoblasts would synthesize new matrix to fill in erosion cavities caused by osteoclasts, but this is not what occurs. Our prior evidence demonstrated that osteoblasts are diverted from laying down bone matrix to producing cytokines that facilitate breast cancer cell maintenance in late-stage disease. Here, we have new evidence to suggest that there are subpopulations of osteoblasts in the tumor niche as evidenced by their protein marker expression that have distinct roles in tumor progression in the bone. METHODS Tumor-bearing tibia of mice was interrogated by immunofluorescent staining for the presence of osteoblasts and alterations in niche protein expression. De-identified tissue from patients with bone metastatic breast cancer was analyzed for osteoblast subpopulations via multi-plex immunofluorescent staining. Effects of breast cancer cells on osteoblasts were recapitulated in vitro by osteoblast exposure to breast cancer-conditioned medium. Triple-negative and estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer proliferation, cell cycle, and p21 expression were assessed upon contact with "educated" osteoblasts. RESULTS A subpopulation of osteoblasts was identified in the bone tumor microenvironment in vivo of both humans and mice with bone metastatic breast cancer that express RUNX2/OCN/OPN but is negative for IL-6 and alpha-smooth muscle actin. These tumor "educated" osteoblasts (EOs) have altered properties compared to "uneducated" osteoblasts and suppress both triple-negative and estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer cell proliferation and increase cancer cell p21 expression. EO effects on breast cancer proliferation were mediated by NOV and decorin. Importantly, the presence of EO cells in the tibia of mice bearing tumors led to increased amounts of alkaline phosphatase and suppressed the expression of inflammatory cytokines in vivo. CONCLUSIONS Our work reveals that there is a subpopulation of osteoblasts in the bone tumor microenvironment that demonstrate a functional role in retarding breast cancer cell growth.
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- Alexus D. Kolb
- Department of Cancer Biology, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA USA
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- Department of Cancer Biology, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA USA
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- Department of Cancer Biology, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA USA
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- Comprehensive Cancer Center Wake Forest University and Wake Forest Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC USA
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- Department of Cancer Biology, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA USA
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Fusaro M, Gallieni M, Aghi A, Rizzo MA, Iervasi G, Nickolas TL, Fabris F, Mereu MC, Giannini S, Sella S, Giusti A, Pitino A, D’Arrigo G, Rossini M, Gatti D, Ravera M, Di Lullo L, Bellasi A, Brunori G, Piccoli A, Tripepi G, Plebani M. Osteocalcin (bone GLA protein) levels, vascular calcifications, vertebral fractures and mortality in hemodialysis patients with diabetes mellitus. J Nephrol 2019; 32:635-643. [DOI: 10.1007/s40620-019-00595-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2018] [Accepted: 01/31/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Wasilewski GB, Vervloet MG, Schurgers LJ. The Bone-Vasculature Axis: Calcium Supplementation and the Role of Vitamin K. Front Cardiovasc Med 2019; 6:6. [PMID: 30805347 PMCID: PMC6370658 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2019.00006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2018] [Accepted: 01/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Calcium supplements are broadly prescribed to treat osteoporosis either as monotherapy or together with vitamin D to enhance calcium absorption. It is still unclear whether calcium supplementation significantly contributes to the reduction of bone fragility and fracture risk. Data suggest that supplementing post-menopausal women with high doses of calcium has a detrimental impact on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients are prone to vascular calcification in part due to impaired phosphate excretion. Calcium-based phosphate binders further increase risk of vascular calcification progression. In both bone and vascular tissue, vitamin K-dependent processes play an important role in calcium homeostasis and it is tempting to speculate that vitamin K supplementation might protect from the potentially untoward effects of calcium supplementation. This review provides an update on current literature on calcium supplementation among post-menopausal women and CKD patients and discusses underlying molecular mechanisms of vascular calcification. We propose therapeutic strategies with vitamin K2 treatment to prevent or hold progression of vascular calcification as a consequence of excessive calcium intake.
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- Grzegorz B Wasilewski
- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands.,Nattopharma ASA, Hovik, Norway
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- Department of Nephrology and Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Biochemistry, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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Barbonetti A, D'Andrea S, Samavat J, Martorella A, Felzani G, Francavilla S, Luconi M, Francavilla F. Can the positive association of osteocalcin with testosterone be unmasked when the preeminent hypothalamic-pituitary regulation of testosterone production is impaired? The model of spinal cord injury. J Endocrinol Invest 2019; 42:167-173. [PMID: 29729005 DOI: 10.1007/s40618-018-0897-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2018] [Accepted: 04/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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PURPOSE Osteocalcin (OCN), released from the bone matrix during the resorption phase, in its undercarboxylated form, stimulates testosterone (T) biosynthesis in mouse and a loss-of-function mutation of its receptor was associated with hypergonadotropic hypogonadism in humans. Nevertheless, when population-based studies have explored the OCN-T association, conflicting results have been reported. Hypothesizing that the evidence of a positive association between OCN and T could have been hindered by the preeminent role of a well-functioning hypothalamus-pituitary axis in promoting T biosynthesis, we explored this association in men with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI), exhibiting high prevalence of non-hypergonadotropic androgen deficiency. METHODS Fifty-five consecutive men with chronic SCI underwent clinical/biochemical evaluations, including measurements of total T (TT), OCN and 25(OH)D levels. Free T (FT) levels were calculated by the Vermeulen formula. Comorbidity was scored by Charlson comorbidity index (CCI). RESULTS A biochemical androgen deficiency (TT < 300 ng/dL) was observed in 15 patients (27.3%). TT was positively correlated with OCN, 25(OH)D and leisure time physical activity and negatively correlated with age, BMI and CCI. OCN was also positively correlated with calculated FT and negatively correlated with BMI and HOMA-IR. At the multiple linear regression analyses, a positive association of OCN with TT and calculated FT persisted after adjustment for confounders. CONCLUSIONS The positive association here found between OCN and T levels in men with chronic SCI reinforces the notion that a bone-testis axis is also functioning in humans and suggests that it can be unmasked when the preeminent hypothalamic-pituitary regulation of T production is impaired.
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- Spinal Unit, San Raffaele Sulmona Institute, 67039, Sulmona, Italy.
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- Andrology Unit, Department of Life, Health and Environment Sciences, University of L'Aquila, 67100, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Endocrinology Unit, Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, 50139, Florence, Italy
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- Andrology Unit, Department of Life, Health and Environment Sciences, University of L'Aquila, 67100, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Spinal Unit, San Raffaele Sulmona Institute, 67039, Sulmona, Italy
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- Andrology Unit, Department of Life, Health and Environment Sciences, University of L'Aquila, 67100, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Endocrinology Unit, Department of Experimental and Clinical Biomedical Sciences, University of Florence, 50139, Florence, Italy
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- Andrology Unit, Department of Life, Health and Environment Sciences, University of L'Aquila, 67100, L'Aquila, Italy
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Li J, Guo X, Li M, Xiao Y, Bao C. [Research progress in the mechanism of protein factors in regulating bone remodeling]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2019; 33:115-123. [PMID: 30644271 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.201808059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Objective To review the role and mechanism of protein factors in bone remodeling, and provides theoretical basis for further elucidating the pathogenesis and clinical treatment of bone-related diseases. Methods The relevant research results at home and abroad in recent years were extensively consulted, analyzed, and summarized. Results Bone remodeling is an important physiological process to maintain bone homeostasis. Protein, as an important stimulator in bone remodeling, regulates the balance between bone resorption and bone formation. Conclusion At present, the research on the mechanism of protein in bone remodeling is insufficient. Therefore, it is necessary to further study the specific time, process, and interaction network of protein in bone remodeling, and to confirm its mechanism in bone remodeling, so as to reveal and treat the pathogenesis of bone-related diseases.
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- Ju Li
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China;National Clinical Research Center of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China;National Clinical Research Center of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China;National Clinical Research Center of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China;Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China;National Clinical Research Center of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041,
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P.R.China;Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041,
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Kalani MM, Nourmohammadi J, Negahdari B. Osteogenic potential of Rosuvastatin immobilized on silk fibroin nanofibers using argon plasma treatment. Biomed Mater 2018; 14:025002. [DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/aaec26] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Cao Q, He Z, Sun WQ, Fan G, Zhao J, Bao N, Ye T. Improvement of calcium phosphate scaffold osteogenesis in vitro via combination of glutamate-modified BMP-2 peptides. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2018; 96:412-418. [PMID: 30606550 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2018.11.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2018] [Revised: 10/11/2018] [Accepted: 11/27/2018] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Alpha-tricalcium phosphate (α-TCP) based porous scaffolds have superior osteoconduction and osteoinduction in bone tissue engineering, furthermore, these 3D porous scaffolds can be used as efficient drug delivery carriers. In the concept of tissue engineering, the "drugs" could be defined as drug molecules or biomacromolecules, even cells. These "drugs" have endowed the scaffolds which were laden improved abilities compared with the blank scaffolds. In this study, we anchored osteogenic bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) derived peptides to α-TCP 3D porous scaffolds by linking the E7 domain to the target peptides, constructed the modified active peptides (E7BMP-2 peptides) delivery system, which finally achieved the modified peptides sustaining release and enhanced rat bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) osteogenic differentiation in vitro. The α-TCP 3D porous scaffolds had micropores and interconnected micropores which expanded surface area of the scaffolds. The release test testified the constructed the delivery system had realized long-term release in which the peptides dosage could be detected by the BCA protein assay kit after 10 days compared with BMP-2 proteins which absorbed on the same α-TCP 3D porous scaffolds. The constructed E7BMP-2 peptides delivery system supported rat BMSCs osteogenic differentiation in the form of improving the genes expression levels of Runx2, ALP and OCN. Based on electrostatic interactions, E7 domain fastened combination between the active BMP-2 derived peptides and the α-TCP 3D porous scaffolds, the sustaining E7BMP-2 peptides release promoted the BMSCs osteogenesis as BMP-2 proteins did, which endowed α-TCP 3D porous scaffolds enhanced osteoinductive abilities in vitro.
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- Qinggang Cao
- Department of Orthopaedics, Jinling Hospital, School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210002, Jiangsu, PR China; School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210002, Jiangsu, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Jinling Hospital, School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210002, Jiangsu, PR China
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- Institute of Bio-thermal Science and Technology, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Jinling Hospital, School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210002, Jiangsu, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Jinling Hospital, School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210002, Jiangsu, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Jinling Hospital, School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210002, Jiangsu, PR China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin 2nd Road, Shanghai 200025, PR China.
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Hang K, Ye C, Chen E, Zhang W, Xue D, Pan Z. Role of the heat shock protein family in bone metabolism. Cell Stress Chaperones 2018; 23:1153-1164. [PMID: 30187197 PMCID: PMC6237693 DOI: 10.1007/s12192-018-0932-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2018] [Revised: 08/11/2018] [Accepted: 08/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Heat shock proteins (HSPs) are a family of proteins produced by cells in response to exposure to stressful conditions. In addition to their role as chaperones, they also play an important role in the cardiovascular, immune, and other systems. Normal bone tissue is maintained by bone metabolism, particularly by the balance between osteoblasts and osteoclasts, which are physiologically regulated by multiple hormones and cytokines. In recent years, studies have reported the vital role of HSPs in bone metabolism. However, the conclusions remain largely controversial, and the exact mechanisms are still unclear, so a review and analyses of previous studies are of importance. This article reviews the current understanding of the roles and effects of HSPs on bone cells (osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and osteocytes), in relation to bone metabolism.
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- Kai Hang
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
- Orthopedics Research Institute, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
- Orthopedics Research Institute, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
- Orthopedics Research Institute, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
- Orthopedics Research Institute, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
- Orthopedics Research Institute, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
- Orthopedics Research Institute, Zhejiang University, No. 88, Jiefang Road, Hangzhou, 310009 China
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de Melo Pereira D, Habibovic P. Biomineralization-Inspired Material Design for Bone Regeneration. Adv Healthc Mater 2018; 7:e1800700. [PMID: 30240157 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.201800700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2018] [Revised: 08/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Synthetic substitutes of bone grafts, such as calcium phosphate-based ceramics, have shown some good clinical successes in the regeneration of large bone defects and are currently extensively used. In the past decade, the field of biomineralization has delivered important new fundamental knowledge and techniques to better understand this fascinating phenomenon. This knowledge is also applied in the field of biomaterials, with the aim of bringing the composition and structure, and hence the performance, of synthetic bone graft substitutes even closer to those of the extracellular matrix of bone. The purpose of this progress report is to critically review advances in mimicking the extracellular matrix of bone as a strategy for development of new materials for bone regeneration. Lab-made biomimicking or bioinspired materials are discussed against the background of the natural extracellular matrix, starting from basic organic and inorganic components, and progressing into the building block of bone, the mineralized collagen fibril, and finally larger, 2D and 3D constructs. Moreover, bioactivity studies on state-of-the-art biomimicking materials are discussed. By addressing these different topics, an overview is given of how far the field has advanced toward a true bone-mimicking material, and some suggestions are offered for bridging current knowledge and technical gaps.
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- Daniel de Melo Pereira
- MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine; Maastricht University; P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The Netherlands
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- MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine; Maastricht University; P.O. Box 616 6200 MD Maastricht The Netherlands
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Carvalho MS, Cabral JM, da Silva CL, Vashishth D. Synergistic effect of extracellularly supplemented osteopontin and osteocalcin on stem cell proliferation, osteogenic differentiation, and angiogenic properties. J Cell Biochem 2018; 120:6555-6569. [PMID: 30362184 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.27948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2018] [Accepted: 10/02/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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A high demand for functional bone grafts is being observed worldwide, especially due to the increased life expectancy. Osteoinductive components should be incorporated into functional bone grafts, accelerating cell recruitment, cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and new bone formation at a defect site. Noncollagenous bone matrix proteins, especially osteopontin (OPN) and osteocalcin (OC), have been reported to regulate some physiological process, such as cell migration and bone mineralization. However, the effects of OPN and OC on cell proliferation, osteogenic differentiation, mineralization, and angiogenesis are still undefined. Therefore, we assessed the exogenous effect of OPN and OC supplementation on human bone marrow mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (hBM MSC) proliferation and osteogenic differentiation. OPN dose-dependently increased the proliferation of hBM MSC, as well as improved the angiogenic properties of human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC) by increasing the capillary-like tube formation in vitro. On the other hand, OC enhanced the differentiation of hBM MSC into osteoblasts and demonstrated an increase in extracellular calcium levels and alkaline phosphatase activity, as well as higher messenger RNA levels of mature osteogenic markers osteopontin and osteocalcin. In vivo assessment of OC/OPN-enhanced scaffolds in a critical-sized defect rabbit long-bone model revealed no infection, while new bone was being formed. Taken together, these results suggest that OC and OPN stimulate bone regeneration by inducing stem cell proliferation, osteogenesis and by enhancing angiogenic properties. The synergistic effect of OC and OPN observed in this study can be applied as an attractive strategy for bone regeneration therapeutics by targeting different vital cellular processes.
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- Marta S Carvalho
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York.,Department of Bioengineering, iBB - Institute of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Bioengineering, iBB - Institute of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal.,The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, Lisbon Campus, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Bioengineering, iBB - Institute of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal.,The Discoveries Centre for Regenerative and Precision Medicine, Lisbon Campus, Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York
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Bomfim FRCD, Sella VRG, Thomasini RL, Plapler H. Influence of low-level laser irradiation on osteocalcin protein and gene expression in bone tissue1. Acta Cir Bras 2018; 33:736-743. [PMID: 30328905 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-865020180090000001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2018] [Accepted: 08/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate osteocalcin gene and protein expression in vitro and in an in vivo model of ostectomy. METHODS Twenty Wistar rats were assigned into two groups A (n=10, laser) and B (n=10, control). Ostectomy was performed in the femur diaphysis; the twenty fragments removed, composed in vitro groups named as in vivo (A and B) and cultivated in CO2 atmosphere for thirteen days. Low-level laser irradiation was performed in groups A (in vivo and in vitro) by an GaAlAs device (λ=808 nm, dose of 2J/cm2, power of 200mW, power density of 0.2W/cm2, total energy of 1.25J, spot diameter of 0.02mm) for 5 seconds, at one point, daily. It was performed immunocytochemistry assays in vivo and in vitro groups. In vitro groups were also submitted to RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis and gene expression by quantitative PCR. Statistical analysis was realized with p<0.05. RESULTS Immunocytochemistry scores showed no significant differences between control and laser groups either in vivo and in vitro. Gene expression also showed no statistical differences. CONCLUSION Low-level laser irradiation did not alter osteocalcin protein and gene expression in vivo and in vitro in the studied period but it may have been expressed them in an earlier period.
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- Fernando Russo Costa do Bomfim
- BSc, MSc, Fellow PhD degree, Postgraduate Program in Interdisciplinary Surgical Science, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), Brazil. Conception and design of the study, acquisition of data, histopathological examinations, manuscript writing
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- PhD, Operative Technique and Experimental Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, UNIFESP, Sao Paulo-SP, Brazil. Technical procedures, manuscript preparation
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- BSc, PhD, Full Professor, Medicine Faculty, Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri (UFVJM), Diamantina-MG, Brazil. Acquisition, analysis and interpretation of data; critical revision
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- PhD, Full Professor, Operative Technique and Experimental Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, UNIFESP, Sao Paulo-SP, Brazil. Manuscript writing, critical revision, final approval
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Shen Y, Jing D, Hao J, Tang G, Yang P, Zhao Z. The Effect of β-Aminopropionitrile on Skeletal Micromorphology and Osteogenesis. Calcif Tissue Int 2018; 103:411-421. [PMID: 29916126 DOI: 10.1007/s00223-018-0430-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2018] [Accepted: 05/03/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Collagen cross-linking, as a form of collagen post-translational modification, plays a crucial role in maintaining bone mechanical properties as well as in regulating cell biological functions. Shifts in cross-links profile are found apparently correlated to kinds of skeletal pathology and diseases, whereas little is known about the relationship between collagen cross-links and osteogenesis. Here, we hypothesized that the inhibition of collagen cross-links could impair skeletal microstructure and inhibit osteogenesis. A mouse model of collagen cross-linking defects has been established using subcutaneous injection of 350 mg/kg β-aminopropionitrile (BAPN) daily for 4 weeks, and same dose of phosphate buffered saline (PBS) served as control group. The analysis of bone microstructural parameters revealed a significant decrease of bone volume fraction (BV/TV) and trabecular thickness (Tb.Th), and increase of bone surface ratio (BS/BV), structure model index (SMI) as well as trabecular separation (Tb.Sp) in the experimental group (p < 0.05), whereas there was no difference observed in bone mineral density (BMD). Histological staining displayed that the BAPN treatment caused thinner trabeculae and decrease of collagen content in proximal tibiae. The analysis of osteogenesis PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) array reflected that BAPN remarkably influenced the expression of Alpl, Bglap, Bgn, Bmp5, Col10a1, Col1a1, Col1a2, Col5a1, Itga2b, and Serpinh1. The results of immunohistochemistry displayed a significant reduction in the mean optical densities of OCN and COL1 at the presence of BAPN. The overall results of this study suggested that BAPN alters bone microstructure and hinders the expression of osteogenic genes without affecting mineralization processes, indicating the influences of collagen cross-links on osteogenesis may be a potential pathological mechanism in skeletal diseases.
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- Yu Shen
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, #14, 3rd section of Renmin South Road, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, #14, 3rd section of Renmin South Road, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, #14, 3rd section of Renmin South Road, Chengdu, 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, #14, 3rd section of Renmin South Road, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, #14, 3rd section of Renmin South Road, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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Simon P, Grüner D, Worch H, Pompe W, Lichte H, El Khassawna T, Heiss C, Wenisch S, Kniep R. First evidence of octacalcium phosphate@osteocalcin nanocomplex as skeletal bone component directing collagen triple-helix nanofibril mineralization. Sci Rep 2018; 8:13696. [PMID: 30209287 PMCID: PMC6135843 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-31983-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2018] [Accepted: 08/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Tibia trabeculae and vertebrae of rats as well as human femur were investigated by high-resolution TEM at the atomic scale in order to reveal snapshots of the morphogenetic processes of local bone ultrastructure formation. By taking into account reflections of hydroxyapatite for Fourier filtering the appearance of individual alpha-chains within the triple-helix clearly shows that bone bears the feature of an intergrowth composite structure extending from the atomic to the nanoscale, thus representing a molecular composite of collagen and apatite. Careful Fourier analysis reveals that the non-collagenous protein osteocalcin is present directly combined with octacalcium phosphate. Besides single spherical specimen of about 2 nm in diameter, osteocalcin is spread between and over collagen fibrils and is often observed as pearl necklace strings. In high-resolution TEM, the three binding sites of the γ-carboxylated glutamic acid groups of the mineralized osteocalcin were successfully imaged, which provide the chemical binding to octacalcium phosphate. Osteocalcin is attached to the collagen structure and interacts with the Ca-sites on the (100) dominated hydroxyapatite platelets with Ca-Ca distances of about 9.5 Å. Thus, osteocalcin takes on the functions of Ca-ion transport and suppression of hydroxyapatite expansion.
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- Paul Simon
- Max-Planck-Institut für Chemische Physik fester Stoffe, Nöthnitzer Str. 40, 01187, Dresden, Germany.
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- Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Institute of Energy and Climate Research, IEK-2, 52425, Jülich, Germany
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- Institute of Materials Science, Technical University of Dresden, Helmholtzstr. 7, 01069, Dresden, Germany
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- Institute of Materials Science, Technical University of Dresden, Helmholtzstr. 7, 01069, Dresden, Germany
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- Institute of Structure Physics, Technical University of Dresden, Zum Triebenberg 50, 01328, Dresden Zaschendorf, Germany
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Aulweg 128, Giessen, 35392, Germany
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- Experimental Trauma Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Aulweg 128, Giessen, 35392, Germany
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital of Giessen-Marburg, Giessen, Germany
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- Clinic of Small animals, c/o Institute of Veterinary Anatomy, Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Max-Planck-Institut für Chemische Physik fester Stoffe, Nöthnitzer Str. 40, 01187, Dresden, Germany
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Sustained release of chrysin from chitosan-based scaffolds promotes mesenchymal stem cell proliferation and osteoblast differentiation. Carbohydr Polym 2018; 195:356-367. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2018.04.115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2018] [Revised: 04/07/2018] [Accepted: 04/27/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Motofei IG. Biology of Cancer; From Cellular Cancerogenesis to Supracellular Evolution of Malignant Phenotype. Cancer Invest 2018; 36:309-317. [DOI: 10.1080/07357907.2018.1477955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- Ion G. Motofei
- Department of Surgery/Oncology, Carol Davila University, St. Pantelimon Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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Wang Y, Chen G, Yan J, Chen X, He F, Zhu C, Zhang J, Lin J, Pan G, Yu J, Pei M, Yang H, Liu T. Upregulation of SIRT1 by Kartogenin Enhances Antioxidant Functions and Promotes Osteogenesis in Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2018; 2018:1368142. [PMID: 30116472 PMCID: PMC6079379 DOI: 10.1155/2018/1368142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2018] [Revised: 05/25/2018] [Accepted: 06/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint disease involving both articular cartilage and subchondral bone. Kartogenin (KGN) was recently identified to improve in vivo cartilage repair; however, its effect on bone formation is unknown. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of KGN on antioxidant properties and osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs). Human BM-MSCs were treated with KGN at concentrations ranging from 10-8 M to 10-6 M. Our results indicated that KGN improved cell proliferation and attenuated intracellular reactive oxygen species. The levels of antioxidant enzymes and osteogenic differentiation of BM-MSCs were enhanced by KGN in a dose-dependent manner. Furthermore, KGN-treated BM-MSCs showed upregulation of silent information regulator type 1 (SIRT1) and increased phosphorylation of adenosine 5'-monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK), indicating that KGN activated the AMPK-SIRT1 signaling pathway in BM-MSCs. Inhibition of SIRT1 by nicotinamide reversed the antioxidant effect of KGN on BM-MSCs and suppressed osteogenic differentiation. In conclusion, our results demonstrated that KGN improved intracellular antioxidant properties and promoted osteogenic differentiation of BM-MSCs by activating the AMPK-SIRT1 signaling pathway. Thus, KGN may have the potential for not only articular cartilage repair but also the clinical application of MSCs in bone tissue engineering.
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- Yifan Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
- School of Biology and Basic Medical Sciences, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215123, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
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- Institute for Advanced Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
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- Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics and Division of Exercise Physiology, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
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Ambroszkiewicz J, Gajewska J, Rowicka G, Klemarczyk W, Chelchowska M. Assessment of Biochemical Bone Turnover Markers and Bone Mineral Density in Thin and Normal-Weight Children. Cartilage 2018; 9:255-262. [PMID: 29156943 PMCID: PMC6042038 DOI: 10.1177/1947603516686145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Objective There is scant research examining the prevalence of thinness in early childhood, despite its potential negative consequences for health and development across the life course. The objective of this study was to assess bone status through measurement of bone mineral density and biochemical bone turnover markers, with special attention paid to carboxylated (c-OC) as well as undercarboxylated (uc-OC) forms of osteocalcin, in the groups of thin and normal-weight children. Design The study included 80 healthy prepubertal children (median age 7.0 years), who were divided (according to Cole's international cutoffs) into 2 subgroups: thin children ( n = 40, body mass index [BMI] = 13.5 kg/m2) and normal-weight children ( n = 40, BMI = 16.1 kg/m2). Bone mineral density (BMD) and bone mineral content (BMC) were assessed by dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry method. Serum concentrations of C-terminal telopeptide of collagen type I (CTX), total osteocalcin (OC), and c-OC, and uc-OC forms of osteocalcin were determined using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. Results In thin children, we observed higher levels of bone resorption marker CTX compared with normal-weight peers. Total osteocalcin concentrations were comparable in both groups of children; however, in thin children we observed higher median values of uc-OC (34.40 vs. 29.30 ng/mL, P < 0.05) and similar c-OC levels (25.65 vs. 28.80 ng/mL). The ratio of c-OC to uc-OC was significantly lower ( P < 0.05) in thin than in normal-weight children. Total BMD and BMC were significantly decreased ( P < 0.0001) in thin children compared with normal-weight peers (0.724 ± 0.092 vs. 0.815 ± 0.060 g/cm2 and 602.7 ± 159.2 vs. 818.2 ± 220.1 g, respectively). Conclusion Increased concentrations of CTX and uc-OC might lead to disturbances in bone turnover and a decrease in bone mineral density in thin children.
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- Jadwiga Ambroszkiewicz
- Screening Department, Institute of Mother and Child, Warsaw, Poland,Jadwiga Ambroszkiewicz, Screening Department, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Screening Department, Institute of Mother and Child, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Mother and Child, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Mother and Child, Warsaw, Poland
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Ozcan-Kucuk A, Alan H, Gul M, Yolcu U. Evaluating the Effect of Resveratrol on the Healing of Extraction Sockets in Cyclosporine A-Treated Rats. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2018; 76:1404-1413. [PMID: 29605535 DOI: 10.1016/j.joms.2018.02.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2017] [Revised: 02/02/2018] [Accepted: 02/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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PURPOSE The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of resveratrol on alveolar socket healing after tooth extraction in normal and cyclosporin A (CsA)-treated rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Seventy-two female Sprague-Dawley rats were separated into 4 groups of 18. Group 1 was injected with a placebo solution intraperitoneally. Group 2 was injected with resveratrol (10 μmol/kg) intraperitoneally. Groups 3 and 4 were injected with CsA (10 mg/kg) subcutaneously for 8 days once daily before tooth extraction. Next, the teeth were extracted and CsA injection continued until the animals were sacrificed. Eight days after commencing the CsA injections, group 4 was injected with resveratrol while continuing with CsA injections. Nine rats from each group were sacrificed on days 14 and 28, and sections were examined to assess the degree of inflammation, formation of connective tissue, and new bone formation. Immunohistochemical analysis was used to evaluate the alveolar socket healing process using osteocalcin and osteopontin markers. A P value less than .05 was considered significant. RESULTS There was more new bone formation in group 2 than in the other 3 groups on day 14 after tooth extraction (P < .05), and there was more new bone formation in group 2 than in groups 3 and 4 on day 28 after extraction (P < .05). Based on the immunohistochemical assessment, the amount of osteocalcin and osteopontin labeling was greater in group 2 compared with the other 3 groups on day 14 (P < .05); however, on day 28 after extraction, it was greater in group 4 compared with group 3 (P < .05). CONCLUSIONS Resveratrol improves alveolar socket healing in normal and CsA-treated rats. Resveratrol also increases levels of osteocalcin and osteopontin in normal and CsA-treated rats. These results suggest that this natural compound is useful for alveolar socket healing after tooth extraction.
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- Ayse Ozcan-Kucuk
- Assistant Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mersin University, Mersin, Turkey.
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- Associate Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Professor, Department of Histology and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Associate Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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Tsirkinidis P, Terpos E, Boutsikas G, Papatheodorou A, Anargyrou K, Lalou E, Dimitrakopoulou A, Kalpadakis C, Konstantopoulos K, Siakantaris M, Panayiotidis P, Pangalis G, Kyrtsonis MC, Vassilakopoulos T, Angelopoulou MK. Bone metabolism markers and angiogenic cytokines as regulators of human hematopoietic stem cell mobilization. J Bone Miner Metab 2018; 36:399-409. [PMID: 28660376 DOI: 10.1007/s00774-017-0853-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2017] [Accepted: 06/06/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) mobilization involves cleavage of ligands between HSC and niche components. However, there are scarce data regarding the role of bone cells in human HSC mobilization. We studied biochemical markers of bone metabolism and angiogenic cytokines during HSC mobilization in 46 patients' sera with lymphoma and multiple myeloma, by ELISA. Significant changes between pre-mobilization and collection samples were found: (1) Bone alkaline phosphatase (BALP) increased, indicating augmentation of bone formation; (2) Receptor activator of Nf-κB ligand/osteoprotegerin ratio (RANKL/OPG) increased, showing osteoclastic differentiation and survival; however, there was no evidence of increased osteoclastic activity; and (3) Angiopoietin-1/Angiopoietin-2 ratio (ANGP-1/ANGP-2) decreased, consistent with vessel destabilization. Poor mobilizers had significantly higher carboxy-terminal telopeptide of collagen type I (CTX) and lower ANGP-1 at pre-mobilization samples, compared to good ones. CTX, amino-terminal telopeptide of collagen type I (NTX) and ANGP-1 pre-mobilization levels correlated significantly with circulating CD34+ peak cell counts. Our results indicate that bone formation and vessel destabilization are the two major events during human HSC mobilization. Osteoblasts seem to be the orchestrating cells, while osteoclasts are stimulated but not fully active. Moreover, ANGP-1, CTX and NTX may serve as predictors of poor mobilization.
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- Department of Clinical Therapeutics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hematology, 251 General Air Force Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 17, Agiou Thoma Street, 11527, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Immunology Research and Flow Cytometry, 'Laiko' General Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hematology, School of Medicine, University of Crete, Herakleion, Greece
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- Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 17, Agiou Thoma Street, 11527, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Propedeutic Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hematology, Psychicon Branch, Athens Medical Center, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Propedeutic Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 17, Agiou Thoma Street, 11527, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 17, Agiou Thoma Street, 11527, Athens, Greece.
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Undercarboxylated Osteocalcin: Experimental and Human Evidence for a Role in Glucose Homeostasis and Muscle Regulation of Insulin Sensitivity. Nutrients 2018; 10:nu10070847. [PMID: 29966260 PMCID: PMC6073619 DOI: 10.3390/nu10070847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2018] [Revised: 06/22/2018] [Accepted: 06/25/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Recent advances have indicated that osteocalcin, and in particular its undercarboxylated form (ucOC), is not only a nutritional biomarker reflective of vitamin K status and an indicator of bone health but also an active hormone that mediates glucose metabolism in experimental studies. This work has been supported by the putative identification of G protein-coupled receptor, class C, group 6, member A (GPRC6A) as a cell surface receptor for ucOC. Of note, ucOC has been associated with diabetes and with cardiovascular risk in epidemiological studies, consistent with a pathophysiological role for ucOC in vivo. Limitations of existing knowledge include uncertainty regarding the underlying mechanisms by which ucOC interacts with GPRC6A to modulate metabolic and cardiovascular outcomes, technical issues with commonly used assays for ucOC in serum, and a paucity of clinical trials to prove causation and illuminate the scope for novel health interventions. A key emerging area of research is the role of ucOC in relation to expression of GPRC6A in muscle, and whether exercise interventions may modulate metabolic outcomes favorably in part via ucOC. Further research is warranted to clarify potential direct and indirect roles for ucOC in human health and cardiometabolic diseases.
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Schubert AK, Smink JJ, Arp M, Ringe J, Hegewald AA, Sittinger M. Quality Assessment of Surgical Disc Samples Discriminates Human Annulus Fibrosus and Nucleus Pulposus on Tissue and Molecular Level. Int J Mol Sci 2018; 19:ijms19061761. [PMID: 29899321 PMCID: PMC6032144 DOI: 10.3390/ijms19061761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2018] [Revised: 06/11/2018] [Accepted: 06/11/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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A discrimination of the highly specialised annulus fibrosus (AF) and nucleus pulposus (NP) cells in the mature human intervertebral disc (IVD) is thus far still not possible in a reliable way. The aim of this study was to identify molecular markers that distinguish AF and NP cells in human disc tissue using microarray analysis as a screening tool. AF and NP samples were obtained from 28 cervical discs. First, all samples underwent quality sorting using two novel scoring systems for small-sized disc tissue samples including macroscopic, haptic and histological evaluation. Subsequently, samples with clear disc characteristics of either AF or NP that were free from impurities of foreign tissue (IVD score) and with low signs of disc degeneration on cellular level (DD score) were selected for GeneChip analysis (HGU1332P). The 11 AF and 9 NP samples showed distinctly different genome-wide transcriptomes. The majority of differentially expressed genes (DEGs) could be specifically assigned to the AF, whereas no DEG was exclusively expressed in the NP. Nevertheless, we identified 11 novel marker genes that clearly distinguished AF and NP, as confirmed by quantitative gene expression analysis. The novel established scoring systems and molecular markers showed the identity of AF and NP in disc starting material and are thus of great importance in the quality assurance of cell-based therapeutics in regenerative treatment of disc degeneration.
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- Ann-Kathrin Schubert
- Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Tissue Engineering Laboratory and Berlin-Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies, 13353 Berlin, Germany.
- CO.DON AG, 14513 Teltow, Germany.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mannheim, Heidelberg University, 68167 Mannheim, Germany.
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- Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Tissue Engineering Laboratory and Berlin-Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies, 13353 Berlin, Germany.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University Medical Center Mannheim, Heidelberg University, 68167 Mannheim, Germany.
- Department of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, Helios Baltic Sea Hospital Damp, 24351 Damp, Germany.
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- Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Tissue Engineering Laboratory and Berlin-Brandenburg Center for Regenerative Therapies, 13353 Berlin, Germany.
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Zhao W, Wang Z, Xu Z, Sahai N. Osteocalcin facilitates calcium phosphate ion complex growth as revealed by free energy calculation. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2018; 20:13047-13056. [PMID: 29713719 DOI: 10.1039/c8cp01105b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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The nanoscopic structural and thermodynamic basis of biomolecule-regulated assembly and crystallization of inorganic solids have a tremendous impact on the rational design of novel functional nanomaterials, but are concealed by many difficulties in molecular-level characterization. Here we demonstrate that the free energy calculation approach, enabled by combining advanced molecular simulation techniques, can unravel the structural and energetic mechanisms of protein-mediated inorganic solid nucleation. It is observed that osteocalcin (OCN), an important non-collagenous protein involved in regulating bone formation, promotes the growth of nanosized calcium phosphate (CaP) ion clusters from a supersaturated solution. Free energy calculation by umbrella sampling indicates that this effect by OCN is prominent at the scale of 1 to 3 nm ion-association complexes (IACs). The binding interactions between gamma-carboxyl glutamate and the C-terminal and, interestingly, the arginine side chains of OCN and IACs stabilize under-coordinated IACs, thus promoting their growth. The promoter effect of OCN on the enlargement and further aggregation of IACs into cluster assemblies of tens of nm are confirmed by conventional molecular dynamics simulation and dynamic light scattering experiments. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time that the free energy landscape of the early stages of CaP nucleation is shown. The free energy change as a function of IAC size shares the feature of decreasing monotonically as shown previously for the calcium carbonate system. Therefore, the nucleation of both these major biominerals apparently involves an initial phase of liquid-like ionic aggregates. The structural and thermodynamic information regarding OCN-CaP interactions amplifies the current understanding of biomineralization mechanisms at the nanoscale, with general relevance to biomolecule-tuned fabrication of inorganic materials.
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- Weilong Zhao
- Department of Polymer Science, University of Akron, 170 University Ave, Akron, Ohio 44325-3909, USA.
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Chen Y, Li J, Liao J, Hu Y, Zhang H, Yang X, Wang Q, Mo Z, Cheng J. Potential Protective Effect of Osteocalcin in Middle-Aged Men with Erectile Dysfunction: Evidence from the FAMHES Project. Sci Rep 2018; 8:6721. [PMID: 29712943 PMCID: PMC5928124 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-25011-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2017] [Accepted: 04/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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In a similar manner to erectile dysfunction (ED), osteocalcin (OC) is also said to be associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD); however, the effect of OC in ED is unclear. This study was conducted based on the Fangchenggang Area Male Health and Examination Survey (FAMHES) project that ran between September and December 2009. ED was evaluated using the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5). OC was shown to be associated with mild (unadjusted: OR = 0.647; P = 0.016) or moderate (unadjusted: OR = 0.453; P = 0.007) ED. Meanwhile, higher OC levels were more prominently associated with ED (unadjusted: OR = 0.702; P = 0.014). When subdividing the groups by age, the correlation between OC and ED presented in those aged 40–49 years, even in the multi-adjusted model, for those with moderate (OR = 0.255, P = 0.044) and severe (OR = 0.065, P = 0.005) ED. The relationship between OC and ED was also associated with a high level of testosterone, non-obesity, drinking, and non-metabolic syndrome. In summary, OC may play a protective role in middle-aged (40–49 years) men with moderate-severe ED, especially those with a high level of testosterone, non-obesity, drinking, and non-metabolic syndrome.
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- Yang Chen
- Institute of Urology and Nephrology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.,Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,The Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Family Planning Research Center, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Institute of Urology and Nephrology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.,Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China.,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
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- Institute of Urology and Nephrology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China. .,Center for Genomic and Personalized Medicine, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. .,Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China. .,Guangxi collaborative innovation center for genomic and personalized medicine, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. .,Guangxi key laboratory for genomic and personalized medicine, Guangxi key laboratory of colleges and universities, Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
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Wen L, Chen J, Duan L, Li S. Vitamin K‑dependent proteins involved in bone and cardiovascular health (Review). Mol Med Rep 2018; 18:3-15. [PMID: 29749440 PMCID: PMC6059683 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2018.8940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2017] [Accepted: 02/13/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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In postmenopausal women and elderly men, bone density decreases with age and vascular calcification is aggravated. This condition is closely associated with vitamin K2 deficiency. A total of 17 different vitamin K-dependent proteins have been identified to date. Vitamin K-dependent proteins are located within the bone, heart and blood vessels. For instance, carboxylated osteocalcin is beneficial for bone and aids the deposition of calcium into the bone matrix. Carboxylated matrix Gla protein effectively protects blood vessels and may prevent calcification within the vascular wall. Furthermore, carboxylated Gla-rich protein has been reported to act as an inhibitor in the calcification of the cardiovascular system, while growth arrest-specific protein-6 protects endothelial cells and vascular smooth muscle cells, resists apoptosis and inhibits the calcification of blood vessels by inhibiting the apoptosis of vascular smooth muscle cells. In addition, periostin may promote the differentiation, aggregation, adhesion and proliferation of osteoblasts. Periostin also occurs in the heart and may be associated with the reconstruction of heart function. These vitamin K-dependent proteins may exert their functions following γ-carboxylation with vitamin K, and different vitamin K-dependent proteins may exhibit synergistic effects or antagonistic effects on each other. In the cardiovascular system with vitamin K antagonist supplement or vitamin K deficiency, calcification occurs in the endothelium of blood vessels and vascular smooth muscle cells are transformed into osteoblast-like cells, a phenomenon that resembles bone growth. Both the bone and cardiovascular system are closely associated during embryonic development. Thus, the present study hypothesized that embryonic developmental position and tissue calcification may have a certain association for the bone and the cardiovascular system. This review describes and briefly discusses several important vitamin K-dependent proteins that serve an important role in bone and the cardiovascular system. The results of the review suggest that the vascular calcification and osteogenic differentiation of vascular smooth muscle cells may be associated with the location of the bone and cardiovascular system during embryonic development.
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- Lianpu Wen
- Department of Physiology, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116044, P.R. China
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- Sungen Bioscience Co., Ltd., Shantou, Guangdong 515000, P.R. China
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- Sungen Bioscience Co., Ltd., Shantou, Guangdong 515000, P.R. China
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- Department of Physiology, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, Liaoning 116044, P.R. China
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Lang J, Zhao Q, He Y, Yu X. Bone turnover markers and novel biomarkers in lung cancer bone metastases. Biomarkers 2018; 23:518-526. [PMID: 29683727 DOI: 10.1080/1354750x.2018.1463566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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CONTEXT Lung cancer still remains the leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. Bone is one of preferred metastatic sites for lung cancer cells. So far, both accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of lung cancer bone metastases are difficult. OBJECTIVE This review aimed to evaluate roles of bone turnover markers (BTMs), microRNAs (miRNAs), dickkopf1 (DKK1) and insulin like growth factor binding protein 3 (IGFBP-3) in lung cancer bone metastases. METHODS We searched articles about these four biomarkers in lung cancer bone metastases mainly in PubMed. RESULT The levels of bone specific alkaline phosphatase (BALP), cross-linked carboxy-terminal telopeptide of type-I collagen (ICTP) and N-terminal telopeptides of type-I collagen (NTX) were reported to be significantly increased in lung cancer patients with bone metastases. ALP, NTX and bone sialoprotein were thought to be associated with prognosis of lung cancer patients with bone metastases. MiRNA-335, miRNA-33a, miRNA-21, DKK1 and IGFBP-3 were revealed to be novel biomarkers in lung cancer bone metastases. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION Current researches have revealed that BTMs, miRNAs, DKK1 and IGFBP-3 may be useful in diagnosis, prognosis evaluation or treatment of lung cancer bone metastases. More studies about these biomarkers in lung cancer bone metastases are needed.
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- Jiangli Lang
- a Laboratory of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism , State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University , Chengdu , China
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- b Department of General practice , West China Hospital, Sichuan University , Chengdu , China
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- c Department of Gynecology , West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University , Chengdu , China
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- a Laboratory of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism , State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University , Chengdu , China
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Ambroszkiewicz J, Chełchowska M, Szamotulska K, Rowicka G, Klemarczyk W, Strucińska M, Gajewska J. Bone status and adipokine levels in children on vegetarian and omnivorous diets. Clin Nutr 2018; 38:730-737. [PMID: 29609869 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnu.2018.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2017] [Revised: 01/30/2018] [Accepted: 03/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Measurements of bone mineral density (BMD) reflect bone status but not the dynamics of bone turnover. Biochemical markers, which show global skeletal activity, were validated for the assessment of bone formation and resorption processes. Adipokines also play a significant role in the regulation of bone metabolism. OBJECTIVE To assess body composition, bone mineral density, bone turnover markers and adipokine levels in relation to vegetarian and omnivorous diets. METHODS The study included 53 vegetarian and 53 omnivorous prepubertal healthy children matched for age and sex (median age 7.0 years). Body composition and BMD were assessed by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. 25-hydroxyvitamin D and parathormone levels were measured by chemiluminescence method. Serum carboxy-terminal propeptide of type I collagen (CICP), total osteocalcin (OC) and its forms carboxylated (c-OC) and undercarboxylated (uc-OC), C-terminal cross-linking telopeptide of collagen type I (CTX), leptin and adiponectin levels were determined using immunoenzymatic assays. RESULTS Both groups of children were comparable in terms of body composition, except for the percentage of fat mass, which was lower (19.24 vs. 21.77%, p = 0.018) in vegetarians. Mean values of total BMD z-score and lumbar spine BMD z-score were lower (-0.583 vs. -0.194, p = 0.009 and -0.877 vs. -0.496, p = 0.019, respectively) in vegetarians compared with omnivores. Serum leptin level was about 2-fold lower (1.39 vs. 2.94 ng/mL, p < 0.001) in vegetarians, however, adiponectin concentration was similar in both groups. Vegetarians had similar concentration of 25-hydroxyvitamin D, but higher parathormone (40.8 vs. 32.1 pg/mL, p = 0.015) and CTX (1.94 vs. 1.76 ng/mL, p = 0.077) levels than omnivores. Total osteocalcin and CICP concentrations were comparable in both groups, however, c-OC/uc-OC ratio was higher (1.43 vs. 1.04 ng/mL, p < 0.05) in vegetarians. We found positive correlation between c-OC and nutritional parameters adjusted for total energy intake (plant protein, phosphorus, magnesium and fiber intakes) in vegetarian children. CONCLUSIONS Prepubertal children on a vegetarian diet had significantly lower total and lumbar spine BMD z-scores, but absolute values of bone mineral density did not differ. BMD z-scores did not correlate with bone metabolism markers and nutritional variables, but were positively associated with anthropometric parameters. Lower leptin levels in vegetarian children reflect lower body fat. Longitudinal studies are necessary to evaluate the impact of the observed association on bone health at adulthood.
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- Jadwiga Ambroszkiewicz
- Screening Department, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Screening Department, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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- Screening Department, Institute of Mother and Child, Kasprzaka 17A, 01-211 Warsaw, Poland.
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Inadequate Dietary Phosphorus Levels Cause Skeletal Anomalies and Alter Osteocalcin Gene Expression in Zebrafish. Int J Mol Sci 2018; 19:ijms19020364. [PMID: 29370119 PMCID: PMC5855586 DOI: 10.3390/ijms19020364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2017] [Revised: 01/16/2018] [Accepted: 01/17/2018] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Phosphorus (P) is an essential mineral for the development and maintenance of the vertebrate skeletal system. Modulation of P levels is believed to influence metabolism and the physiological responses of gene expression. In this study, we investigated the influence of dietary P on skeletal deformities and osteocalcin gene expression in zebrafish (Danio rerio), and sought to determine appropriate levels in a diet. We analyzed a total of 450 zebrafish within 31 days of hatching. Animals were distributed in a completely randomized experimental design that consisted of five replications. After an eight-week experiment, fish were diaphanized to evaluate cranial and spinal bone deformities. Increases in dietary phosphorus were inversely proportional to the occurrence of partial spine fusions, the absence of spine fusions, absence of parallelism between spines, intervertebral spacing, vertebral compression, scoliosis, lordosis, ankylosis, fin caudal insertion, and craniofacial deformities. Additionally, osteocalcin expression was inversely correlated to P levels, suggesting a physiological recovery response for bone mineralization deficiency. Our data showed that dietary P concentration was a critical factor in the occurrence of zebrafish skeletal abnormalities. We concluded that 1.55% P in the diet significantly reduces the appearance of skeletal deformities and favors adequate bone mineralization through the adjustment of osteocalcin expression.
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Qu B, Gong K, Yang HS, Li YG, Jiang T, Zeng ZM, Cao ZR, Pan XM. MiR-449 overexpression inhibits osteogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells via suppressing Sirt1/Fra-1 pathway in high glucose and free fatty acids microenvironment. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2018; 496:120-126. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2018.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2017] [Accepted: 01/02/2018] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Shook LL, Buhimschi CS, Dulay AT, McCarthy ME, Hardy JT, Duzyj Buniak CM, Zhao G, Buhimschi IA. Calciprotein particles as potential etiologic agents of idiopathic preterm birth. Sci Transl Med 2017; 8:364ra154. [PMID: 27831903 DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.aah4707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2016] [Accepted: 08/31/2016] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Preterm birth (PTB) is a leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality and is often preceded by preterm premature rupture of the membranes (PPROM) without an identifiable cause. Pathological calcification, the deposition of hydroxyapatite (HA) in nonskeletal tissues, has been implicated in degenerative diseases including atherosclerosis and aneurism rupture. Among pathogenic mechanisms, the aberrant aggregation of HA into calciprotein particles (CPPs) and the HA-induced differentiation of mesenchymal cells into osteoblasts (ectopic osteogenesis) have been implicated. We explored the hypothesis that CPPs form in human amniotic fluid (AF), deposit in fetal membranes, and are linked mechanistically to pathogenic pathways favoring PTB. We demonstrated that fetal membranes from women with idiopathic PPROM frequently show evidence of ectopic calcification and expression of osteoblastic differentiation markers. Concentrations of fetuin-A, an endogenous inhibitor of ectopic calcification, were decreased in AF of idiopathic PPROM cases, which reflected their reduced functional capacity to inhibit calcification. Using long-term cultures of sterile AF, we demonstrated coaggregation of HA with endogenous proteins, including fetuin-A. The fetuin-HA aggregates exhibited progressive growth in vitro in a pattern similar to CPPs. When applied to amniochorion explants, AF-derived CPPs induced structural and functional pathological effects recapitulating those noted for PPROM. Our results demonstrate that disruption of protein-mineral homeostasis in AF stimulates the formation and deposition of CPPs, which may represent etiologic agents of idiopathic PPROM. Therapeutic or dietary interventions aimed at maintaining the balance between endogenous HA formation and fetuin reserve in pregnant women may therefore have a role in preventing PTB.
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- Lydia L Shook
- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH 43210, USA
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- Center for Perinatal Research, Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06510, USA
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- Center for Perinatal Research, Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH 43210, USA. .,Center for Perinatal Research, Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH 43215, USA.,Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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Madrigal A, Tan L, Zhao Y. Expression regulation and functional analysis of RGS2 and RGS4 in adipogenic and osteogenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells. Biol Res 2017; 50:43. [PMID: 29279050 PMCID: PMC5742872 DOI: 10.1186/s40659-017-0148-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2017] [Accepted: 12/14/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Understanding the molecular basis underlying the formation of bone-forming osteocytes and lipid-storing adipocytes will help provide insights into the cause of disorders originating in stem/progenitor cells and develop therapeutic treatments for bone- or adipose-related diseases. In this study, the role of RGS2 and RGS4, two members of the regulators of G protein signaling (RGS) family, was investigated during adipogenenic and osteogenenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs). RESULTS Expression of RGS2 and RGS4 were found to be inversely regulated during adipogenesis induced by dexamethasone (DEX) and 3-isobutyl-methylxanthine, regardless if insulin was present, with RGS2 up-regulated and RGS4 down-regulated in response to adipogenic induction. RGS2 expression was also up-regulated during osteogenesis at a level similar to that induced by treatment of DEX alone, a shared component of adipogenic and osteogenic differentiation inducing media, but significantly lower than the level induced by adipogenic inducing media. RGS4 expression was down-regulated during the first 48 h of osteogenesis but up-regulated afterwards, in both cases at levels similar to that induced by DEX alone. Expression knock-down using small interfering RNA against RGS2 resulted in decreased differentiation efficiency during both adipogenesis and osteogenesis. On the other hand, expression knock-down of RGS4 also resulted in decreased adipogenic differentiation but increased osteogenic differentiation. CONCLUSIONS RGS2 and RGS4 are differentially regulated during adipogenic and osteogenic differentiation of hMSCs. In addition, both RGS2 and RGS4 play positive roles during adipogenesis but opposing roles during osteogenesis, with RGS2 as a positive regulator and RGS4 as a negative regulator. These results imply that members of RGS proteins may play multifaceted roles during human adipogenesis and osteogenesis to balance or counterbalance each other's function during those processes.
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- Alma Madrigal
- Biological Sciences Department, California State Polytechnic University at Pomona, 3801 W. Temple Ave., Pomona, CA, 91768, USA.,Center for Biomedicine and Genetics, Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, 1500 E. Duarte Rd., Duarte, CA, 91010, USA
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- Biological Sciences Department, California State Polytechnic University at Pomona, 3801 W. Temple Ave., Pomona, CA, 91768, USA
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- Biological Sciences Department, California State Polytechnic University at Pomona, 3801 W. Temple Ave., Pomona, CA, 91768, USA.
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Csiky B, Sági B, Peti A, Lakatos O, Prémusz V, Sulyok E. The Impact of Osteocalcin, Osteoprotegerin and Osteopontin on Arterial Stiffness in Chronic Renal Failure Patients on Hemodialysis. Kidney Blood Press Res 2017; 42:1312-1321. [PMID: 29258085 DOI: 10.1159/000486114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2017] [Accepted: 12/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIMS This cross-sectional study was designed to assess the relationship between vascular stiffness (VS) and bone-related proteins involved in the development of arteriosclerosis in patients on regular hemodialysis (HD). METHODS 68 consecutive patients in stable clinical condition who received regular HD in the FMC Dialysis Center, Pécs were included. VS parameters (carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity - PWV, aortic augmentation index - AIx) were determined by applanation tonometry (SphygmoCor, AtCor Medical, Sidney) and the routine latoratory test were completed with measurements of osteocalcin (OC), osteopontin (OP) and osteoprotegerin (OPG) by using commercially available ELISA kits. 35 heathcare workers served as controls. RESULTS In patients on regular HD PWV markedly increased and there was several-fold elevation in the interrelated bone-specific proteins (OC, OP, OPG). PWV was found to be independently associated only with OC (β:-0.25, p<0.029) and age (r=0.411,p<0.000), but risk factors for arterial calcification had significant impact on OC (systolic blood pressure, hsCRP, BMI), OPG (age, BMI) and OP (LDL-cholesterol). CONCLUSION Except for OC, our results failed to document direct association of vascular lesion with OP and OPG, therefore their high circulating levels may be an epiphenomenon or they may have counter-regulatory role to attenuate the uremic calcification process.
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- Botond Csiky
- FMC Dialysis Center Pécs, Pécs, Hungary.,Nephrological Center and 2nd Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- FMC Dialysis Center Pécs, Pécs, Hungary.,Nephrological Center and 2nd Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Siófok Hospital, Pécs, Hungary
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- Doctoral School of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Doctoral School of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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- Doctoral School of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
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Anatomically-specific intratubular and interstitial biominerals in the human renal medullo-papillary complex. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0187103. [PMID: 29145401 PMCID: PMC5690653 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0187103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2016] [Accepted: 10/15/2017] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Limited information exists on the anatomically-specific early stage events leading to clinically detectable mineral aggregates in the renal papilla. In this study, quantitative multiscale correlative maps of structural, elemental and biochemical properties of whole medullo-papillary complexes from human kidneys were developed. Correlative maps of properties specific to the uriniferous and vascular tubules using high-resolution X-ray computed tomography, scanning and transmission electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, and immunolocalization of noncollagenous proteins (NCPs) along with their association with anatomy specific biominerals were obtained. Results illustrated that intratubular spherical aggregates primarily form at the proximal regions distant from the papillary tip while interstitial spherical and fibrillar aggregates are distally located near the papillary tip. Biominerals at the papillary tip were closely localized with 10 to 50 μm diameter vasa recta immunolocalized for CD31 inside the medullo-papillary complex. Abundant NCPs known to regulate bone mineralization were localized within nanoparticles, forming early pathologic mineralized regions of the complex. Based on the physical association between vascular and urothelial tubules, results from light and electron microscopy techniques suggested that these NCPs could be delivered from vasculature to prompt calcification of the interstitial regions or they might be synthesized from local vascular smooth muscle cells after transdifferentiation into osteoblast-like phenotypes. In addition, results provided insights into the plausible temporal events that link the anatomically specific intratubular mineral aggregates with the interstitial biomineralization processes within the functional unit of the kidney.
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Maximiano WMA, da Silva EZM, Santana AC, de Oliveira PT, Jamur MC, Oliver C. Mast Cell Mediators Inhibit Osteoblastic Differentiation and Extracellular Matrix Mineralization. J Histochem Cytochem 2017; 65:723-741. [PMID: 28980852 DOI: 10.1369/0022155417734174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Mast cells are multifunctional immune cells that participate in many important processes such as defense against pathogens, allergic reactions, and tissue repair. These cells perform their functions through the release of a wide variety of mediators. This release occurs mainly through cross-linking IgE (immunoglobulin E) bound to high affinity IgE receptors by multivalent antigens. The abundance of mast cells in connective tissue, surrounding blood vessels, and their involvement in the early stages of bone repair support the possibility of physiological and pathological interactions between mast cells and osteoblasts. However, the participation of mast cell mediators in osteogenesis is not fully understood. Therefore, the objective of this work was to investigate the role of mast cell mediators in the acquisition of the osteogenic phenotype in vitro. The results show that pooled mast cell mediators can affect proliferation, morphology, and cytoskeleton of osteoblastic cells, and impair the activity and expression of alkaline phosphatase as well as the expression of bone sialoprotein. Also, mast cell mediators inhibit the expression of mRNA for those proteins and inhibit the formation and maturation of calcium nodules and consequently inhibit mineralization. Therefore, mast cell mediators can modulate osteogenesis and are potential therapeutic targets for treatments of bone disorders.
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- William Marcatti Amarú Maximiano
- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology and Pathogenic Bioagents, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology and Pathogenic Bioagents, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology and Pathogenic Bioagents, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Morphology, Stomatology, and Basic Pathology, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology and Pathogenic Bioagents, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Cell and Molecular Biology and Pathogenic Bioagents, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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Shi P, Abbah SA, Chuah YJ, Li J, Zhang Y, He P, Wong HK, Goh JCH. Yolk shell nanocomposite particles as bioactive bone fillers and growth factor carriers. NANOSCALE 2017; 9:14520-14532. [PMID: 28930342 DOI: 10.1039/c7nr03093b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The efficient delivery of bioactive molecules via rationally designed nanoparticles is an important focus in regenerative medicine. The yolk shell nanocomposite particles described herein are composed of silk fibroin movable cores formed within voided calcium carbonate shells to load and control the release of labile cytokines. These particles are excellent carrier vehicles of potent molecules as they sustained the release of bioactive Bone Morphogenetic Protein 2 (BMP-2) for more than 28 days in vitro. Implantation into bone defects in rabbits corroborates the in vitro results and also reveals that upon contact with phosphate containing body fluids, implanted yolk shell particles agglomerate and transform into a filler that adapts to defect contour to further act as an absorbable hemostatic agent. Taken together, the fabrication of these yolk shell particle-based "bone fillers" could expand the horizon for the development of newer generations of advanced bioactive materials in tissue regeneration applications.
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- Pujiang Shi
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117575.
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Li S, Xu Y, Yu J, Becker ML. Enhanced osteogenic activity of poly(ester urea) scaffolds using facile post-3D printing peptide functionalization strategies. Biomaterials 2017; 141:176-187. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2017.06.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2017] [Revised: 06/05/2017] [Accepted: 06/27/2017] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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