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The incidence and origin of segmental aneuploidy in human oocytes and preimplantation embryos. Hum Reprod 2017; 32:2549-2560. [DOI: 10.1093/humrep/dex324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2017] [Accepted: 10/03/2017] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Molecular Mechanisms Responsible for Increased Vulnerability of the Ageing Oocyte to Oxidative Damage. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2017; 2017:4015874. [PMID: 29312475 PMCID: PMC5664291 DOI: 10.1155/2017/4015874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2017] [Accepted: 08/03/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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In their midthirties, women experience a decline in fertility, coupled to a pronounced increase in the risk of aneuploidy, miscarriage, and birth defects. Although the aetiology of such pathologies are complex, a causative relationship between the age-related decline in oocyte quality and oxidative stress (OS) is now well established. What remains less certain are the molecular mechanisms governing the increased vulnerability of the aged oocyte to oxidative damage. In this review, we explore the reduced capacity of the ageing oocyte to mitigate macromolecular damage arising from oxidative insults and highlight the dramatic consequences for oocyte quality and female fertility. Indeed, while oocytes are typically endowed with a comprehensive suite of molecular mechanisms to moderate oxidative damage and thus ensure the fidelity of the germline, there is increasing recognition that the efficacy of such protective mechanisms undergoes an age-related decline. For instance, impaired reactive oxygen species metabolism, decreased DNA repair, reduced sensitivity of the spindle assembly checkpoint, and decreased capacity for protein repair and degradation collectively render the aged oocyte acutely vulnerable to OS and limits their capacity to recover from exposure to such insults. We also highlight the inadequacies of our current armoury of assisted reproductive technologies to combat age-related female infertility, emphasising the need for further research into mechanisms underpinning the functional deterioration of the ageing oocyte.
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Ávila J, González-Fernández R, Rotoli D, Hernández J, Palumbo A. Oxidative Stress in Granulosa-Lutein Cells From In Vitro Fertilization Patients. Reprod Sci 2017; 23:1656-1661. [PMID: 27821562 DOI: 10.1177/1933719116674077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Ovarian aging is associated with gradual follicular loss by atresia/apoptosis. Increased production of toxic metabolites such as reactive oxygen species (ROS) and reactive nitrogen species as well as external oxidant agents plays an important role in the process of ovarian senescence and in the pathogenesis of ovarian pathologies such as endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This review provides a synthesis of available studies of oxidative stress (OS) in the ovary, focusing on the most recent evidence obtained in mural granulosa-lutein (GL) cells of in vitro fertilization patients. Synthesis of antioxidant enzymes such as peroxiredoxin 4, superoxide dismutase, and catalase and OS damage response proteins such as aldehyde dehydrogenase 3, member A2 decreases with aging in human GL cells, favoring an unbalance in ROS/antioxidants that mediates molecular damage and altered cellular function. The increase in OS in the granulosa cell correlates with diminished expression of follicle-stimulating hormone receptor (FSHR) and a dysregulation of the FSHR signaling pathway and may be implicated in disrupted steroidogenic function and poor response to FSH in women with aging. Women with endometriosis and PCOS have lower antioxidant production capacity that may contribute to abnormal follicular development and infertility. Further investigation of the signaling pathways involved in cellular response to OS could shed light into molecular characterization of these diseases and development of new treatment strategies to improve reproductive potential in these women.
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- Julio Ávila
- Departamento de Bioquímica y Biología Molecular, Laboratorio de Biología del Desarrollo, Universidad de La Laguna, La Laguna, Spain.,Centro de Investigaciones Biomédicas de Canarias (CIBICAN), Universidad de La Laguna, La Laguna, Spain
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- Departamento de Bioquímica y Biología Molecular, Laboratorio de Biología del Desarrollo, Universidad de La Laguna, La Laguna, Spain
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- Departamento de Bioquímica y Biología Molecular, Laboratorio de Biología del Desarrollo, Universidad de La Laguna, La Laguna, Spain.,Institute of Endocrinology and Experimental Oncology (IEOS), CNR-National Research Council, Naples, Italy
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- Centro de Asistencia a la Reproducción Humana de Canarias, La Laguna, Spain
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- Centro de Asistencia a la Reproducción Humana de Canarias, La Laguna, Spain .,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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Kandaraki EA, Chatzigeorgiou A, Papageorgiou E, Piperi C, Adamopoulos C, Papavassiliou AG, Koutsilieris M, Diamanti-Kandarakis E. Advanced glycation end products interfere in luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone signaling in human granulosa KGN cells. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2017; 243:29-33. [PMID: 28914097 DOI: 10.1177/1535370217731288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Advanced glycation end products accumulate in the ovarian granulosa-cell layer of women with polycystic ovarian syndrome. Taken that the MAPK/ERK-pathway is a key regulator of oocyte maturation and function, consisting the main pathway used by the gonadotrophic hormones (luteinizing hormone, follicle stimulating hormone) to control ovulation, the present study aims to assess advanced glycation end products' interference into luteinizing hormone-and follicle stimulating hormone-signaling via the MAPK/ERK-pathway in the human granulosa KGN cell line. KGN cells were treated with luteinizing hormone or follicle stimulating hormone in the absence or presence of human glycated albumin. The specific activation of the main components of the MAPK/ERK1/2-pathway (namely c-Raf, MEK and ERK1/2) was assessed. Treatment of KGN cells with an MEK1/2-inhibitor or a blocking anti-RAGE-antibody was also performed to shed further light on the mechanism of the involvement of advanced glycation end products in luteinizing hormone and/or follicle stimulating hormone-related signaling pathways. Luteinizing hormone treatment increased p-ERK1/2 levels in human granulosa cells, while the combined treatment of luteinizing hormone and human glycated albumin provoked a decrease of p-ERK1/2 levels. A similar reducing effect was also observed for the upstream molecule phospho-cRaf upon combined treatment, while treatment with an MEK-inhibitor confirmed that the phenomenon is MAPK/ERK-pathway-dependent. Similarly, follicle stimulating hormone treatment increased p-ERK1/2 and p-MEK1/2 levels, while the combined treatment of follicle stimulating hormone and human glycated albumin downregulated their levels. Advanced glycation end products reduce the luteinizing hormone- and follicle stimulating hormone-induced ERK1/2 activation that is critical for granulosa cell mitogenesis and proliferation. Inappropriate activation of ERK1/2 in granulosa cells may block the granulosa cell differentiation pathway and/or impair follicular responses to hormones, potentially leading to ovulation failure that characterizes polycystic ovarian syndrome.
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- Eleni A Kandaraki
- 1 Endocrinology Department, Hellenic Red Cross Hospital, Athens 11526, Greece
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- 2 Institute of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden 01307, Germany
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- 3 Department of Experimental Physiology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens 11527, Greece
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- 4 Department of Biological Chemistry, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens 11527, Greece
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- 4 Department of Biological Chemistry, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens 11527, Greece
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- 4 Department of Biological Chemistry, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens 11527, Greece
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- 3 Department of Experimental Physiology, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens 11527, Greece
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Xu L, Sun H, Zhang M, Jiang Y, Zhang C, Zhou J, Ding L, Hu Y, Yan G. MicroRNA-145 protects follicular granulosa cells against oxidative stress-induced apoptosis by targeting Krüppel-like factor 4. Mol Cell Endocrinol 2017; 452:138-147. [PMID: 28564582 DOI: 10.1016/j.mce.2017.05.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2017] [Revised: 04/16/2017] [Accepted: 05/25/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Oxidative stress-induced follicular granulosa cell (GC) apoptosis plays an essential role in abnormal follicular atresia, which may trigger ovarian dysfunction. To investigate the role of microRNA (miR)-145 in the regulation of GC apoptosis and modulation of the apoptotic pathway in the setting of oxidative stress, we employed an H2O2-induced in vitro model and a 3-nitropropionic acid (NP)-induced in vivo model of ovarian oxidative stress. We demonstrated in vitro that miR-145 expression was significantly down-regulated in KGN cells and mouse granulosa cells (mGCs) treated with H2O2, whereas miR-145 over-expression attenuated H2O2-induced apoptosis in GCs. Moreover, miR-145 protected GCs against H2O2-induced apoptosis by targeting KLF4, which promoted H2O2-induced GC apoptosis via the BAX/BCL-2 pathway. Importantly, decreased miR-145 expression in the in vivo ovarian oxidative stress model promoted apoptosis by up-regulating KLF4 expression, whereas GC-specific miR-145 over-expression attenuated apoptosis by targeting KLF4. In conclusion, miR-145 protects GCs against oxidative stress-induced apoptosis by targeting KLF4.
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- Lu Xu
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Drum Tower Clinic Medical College of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Drum Tower Clinic Medical College of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.
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Dou X, Sun Y, Li J, Zhang J, Hao D, Liu W, Wu R, Kong F, Peng X, Li J. Short-term rapamycin treatment increases ovarian lifespan in young and middle-aged female mice. Aging Cell 2017; 16:825-836. [PMID: 28544226 PMCID: PMC5506398 DOI: 10.1111/acel.12617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Although age‐related ovarian failure in female mammals cannot be reversed, recent strategies have focused on improving reproductive capacity with age, and rapamycin is one such intervention that has shown a potential for preserving the ovarian follicle pool and preventing premature ovarian failure. However, the application is limited because of its detrimental effects on follicular development and ovulation during long‐term treatment. Herein, we shortened the rapamycin administration to 2 weeks and applied the protocol to both young (8 weeks) and middle‐aged (8 months) mouse models. Results showed disturbances in ovarian function during and shortly after treatment; however, all the treated animals returned to normal fertility 2 months later. Following natural mating, we observed prolongation of ovarian lifespan in both mouse models, with the most prominent effect occurring in mice older than 12 months. The effects of transient rapamycin treatment on ovarian lifespan were reflected in the preservation of primordial follicles, increases in oocyte quality, and improvement in the ovarian microenvironment. These data indicate that short‐term rapamycin treatment exhibits persistent effects on prolonging ovarian lifespan no matter the age at initiation of treatment. In order not to disturb fertility in young adults, investigators should in the future consider applying the protocol later in life so as to delay menopause in women, and at the same time increase ovarian lifespan.
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- Xiaowei Dou
- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine; Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University; Daqing Heilongjiang 163319 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine; Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University; Daqing Heilongjiang 163319 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reproductive Medicine; Nanjing Medical University; Nanjing Jiangsu 211166 China
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Cheng J, Huang J, Yuan S, Zhou S, Yan W, Shen W, Chen Y, Xia X, Luo A, Zhu D, Wang S. Circular RNA expression profiling of human granulosa cells during maternal aging reveals novel transcripts associated with assisted reproductive technology outcomes. PLoS One 2017. [PMID: 28644873 PMCID: PMC5482436 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0177888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are a unique class of endogenous RNAs which could be used as potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers of many diseases. Our study aimed to investigate circRNA profiles in human granulosa cells (GCs) during maternal aging and to uncover age-related circRNA variations that potentially reflect decreased oocyte competence. CircRNAs in GCs from in vitro fertilization (IVF) patients with young age (YA, ≤ 30 years) and advanced age (AA, ≥ 38 years) were profiled by microarray, and validated in 20 paired samples. The correlation between circRNAs expression and clinical characteristics was analyzed in additional 80 samples. Chip-based analysis revealed 46 up-regulated and 11 down-regulated circRNAs in AA samples (fold change > 2.0). Specifically, circRNA_103829, circRNA_103827 and circRNA_104816 were validated to be up-regulated, while circRNA_101889 was down-regulated in AA samples. After adjustment for gonadotropin treatment, only circRNA_103827 and circRNA_104816 levels were positively associated with maternal age (partial r = 0.332, P = 0.045; partial r = 0.473, P = 0.003; respectively). Moreover, circRNA_103827 and circRNA_104816 expressions in GCs were negatively correlated with the number of top quality embryos (r = -0.235, P = 0.036; r = -0.221, P = 0.049; respectively). Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis indicated that the performance of circRNA_103827 for live birth prediction reached 0.698 [0.570–0.825], with 77.2% sensitivity and 60.9% specificity (P = 0.006), and that of circRNA_104816 was 0.645 [0.507–0.783] (P = 0.043). Bioinformatics analysis revealed that both circRNAs were potentially involved in glucose metabolism, mitotic cell cycle, and ovarian steroidogenesis. Therefore, age-related up-regulation of circRNA_103827 and circRNA_104816 might be potential indicators of compromised follicular micro-environment which could be used to predict IVF prognosis, and improve female infertility management.
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- Jing Cheng
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Ultrasonic Department, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, P.R.China
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- Reproductive Center, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, P.R.China
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Grøndahl ML, Christiansen SL, Kesmodel US, Agerholm IE, Lemmen JG, Lundstrøm P, Bogstad J, Raaschou-Jensen M, Ladelund S. Effect of women's age on embryo morphology, cleavage rate and competence-A multicenter cohort study. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0172456. [PMID: 28422964 PMCID: PMC5396884 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0172456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2016] [Accepted: 02/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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This multicenter cohort study on embryo assessment and outcome data from 11,744 IVF/ICSI cycles with 104,830 oocytes and 42,074 embryos, presents the effect of women’s age on oocyte, zygote, embryo morphology and cleavage parameters, as well as cycle outcome measures corrected for confounding factors as center, partner’s age and referral diagnosis. Cycle outcome data confirmed the well-known effect of women’s age. Oocyte nuclear maturation and proportion of 2 pro-nuclear (2PN) zygotes were not affected by age, while a significant increase in 3PN zygotes was observed in both IVF and ICSI (p<0.0001) with increasing age. Maternal age had no effect on cleavage parameters or on the morphology of the embryo day 2 post insemination. Interestingly, initial hCG value after single embryo transfer followed by ongoing pregnancy was increased with age in both IVF (p = 0.007) and ICSI (p = 0.001) cycles. For the first time, we show that a woman’s age does impose a significant footprint on early embryo morphological development (3PN). In addition, the developmentally competent embryos were associated with increased initial hCG values as the age of the women increased. Further studies are needed to elucidate, if this increase in initial hCG value with advancing maternal age is connected to the embryo or the uterus.
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- Marie Louise Grøndahl
- Herlev Hospital, Fertility Clinic, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Herlev Hospital, Fertility Clinic, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
- Aarhus University Hospital, Fertility Clinic, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Hvidovre Hospital, Fertility Clinic, Copenhagen University Hospital, Hvidovre, Denmark
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- Hvidovre Hospital, Statistics, Clinical Research Center, Copenhagen University Hospital, Hvidovre, Denmark
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Li YJ, Chen JH, Sun P, Li JJ, Liang XY. Intrafollicular soluble RAGE benefits embryo development and predicts clinical pregnancy in infertile patients of advanced maternal age undergoing in vitro fertilization. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017; 37:243-247. [PMID: 28397051 DOI: 10.1007/s11596-017-1722-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2016] [Revised: 11/24/2016] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Soluble receptor for advanced glycation end products (sRAGE) can decoy the toxic AGEs and is considered to be a protective factor. This study aimed to evaluate the correlation between intrafollicular sRAGE levels and clinical outcomes in infertile women of young or advanced maternal age (AMA) undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF). A total of 62 young women and 62 AMA women who would undergo IVF were included in this prospective study. The intrafollicular sRAGE concentration was measured to determine its association with the number of retrieved oocytes, fertilized oocytes, high-quality embryos or achievement of clinical pregnancy in young and AMA women, respectively. Besides, correlations between sRAGE and age or follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) were examined. We found that the intrafollicular sRAGE levels were higher in young patients than those in AMA patients, suggesting that the sRAGE levels were inversely correlated with age. In young patients, sRAGE showed no correlation with the number of retrieved oocytes, fertilized oocytes, high-quality embryos or achievement of clinical pregnancy. But it was found that AMA patients with more retrieved oocytes, fertilized oocytes and high-quality embryos demonstrated higher sRAGE levels, which were a prognostic factor for getting clinical pregnancy independent of age or FSH level. In conclusion, the sRAGE levels decrease with age. Elevated intrafollicular sRAGE levels indicate good follicular growth, fertilization and embryonic development, and successful clinical pregnancy in AMA women, while in young women, the role of sRAGE may not be so predominant.
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- Yu-Jie Li
- Reproductive Medicine Center, Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
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Sun Z, Wu H, Lian F, Zhang X, Pang C, Guo Y, Song J, Wang A, Shi L, Han L. Human Follicular Fluid Metabolomics Study of Follicular Development and Oocyte Quality. Chromatographia 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/s10337-017-3290-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Bhaumik P, Bhattacharya M, Ghosh P, Ghosh S, Kumar Dey S. Telomere length analysis in Down syndrome birth. Mech Ageing Dev 2017; 164:20-26. [PMID: 28327364 DOI: 10.1016/j.mad.2017.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2016] [Revised: 02/27/2017] [Accepted: 03/14/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Human reproductive fitness depends upon telomere chemistry. Maternal age, meiotic nondisjunction error and telomere length of mother of trisomic child are someway associated. Reports exhibiting maternal inheritance of telomere length in Down syndrome child are very scanty. To investigate this, we collected peripheral blood from 170 mothers of Down syndrome child and 186 age matched mothers of euploid child with their newly born babies. Telomere length was measured by restriction digestion - southern blotting technique. Meiotic nondisjunction error was detected by STR genotyping. Subjects are classified by age (old >35 years and young ˂35 years) and by meiotic error (MI and MII). Linear regression was run to explore the age - telomere length relationship in each maternal groups. The study reveals that with age, telomere erodes in length. Old MII mothers carry the shortest (p˂0.001), control mothers have the longest telomere and MI lies in between. Babies from older mother have longer telomere (p˂0.001) moreover; telomeres are longer in Down syndrome babies than control babies (p˂0.001). To conclude, this study represents not only the relation between maternal aging and telomere length but also explore the maternal heritability of telomere length in families with Down syndrome child.
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- Pranami Bhaumik
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biotechnology and Biological Sciences. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal (Formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology) BF-142, Salt Lake City, Sector I, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700064, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biotechnology and Biological Sciences. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal (Formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology) BF-142, Salt Lake City, Sector I, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700064, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biotechnology and Biological Sciences. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal (Formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology) BF-142, Salt Lake City, Sector I, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700064, India
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- Cytogenetics and Genomics Research Unit, Department of Zoology, University of Calcutta,(Ballygunge Science college campus), 35 Ballygunge Circular Road., Kolkata, West Bengal, 700019, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Biotechnology and Biological Sciences. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal (Formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology) BF-142, Salt Lake City, Sector I, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700064, India.
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Li J, Mao Q, He J, She H, Zhang Z, Yin C. Human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells improve the reserve function of perimenopausal ovary via a paracrine mechanism. Stem Cell Res Ther 2017; 8:55. [PMID: 28279229 PMCID: PMC5345137 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-017-0514-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2016] [Revised: 01/05/2017] [Accepted: 02/18/2017] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Background Human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (hUCMSCs) are a type of pluripotent stem cell which are isolated from the umbilical cord of newborns. hUCMSCs have great therapeutic potential. We designed this experimental study in order to investigate whether the transplantation of hUCMSCs can improve the ovarian reserve function of perimenopausal rats and delay ovarian senescence. Method We selected naturally aging rats confirmed by vaginal smears as models of perimenopausal rats, divided into the control group and the treatment group, and selected young fertile female rats as normal controls. hUCMSCs were transplanted into rats of the treatment group through tail veins. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) detected serum levels of sex hormones, H&E staining showed ovarian tissue structure and allowed follicle counting, immunohistochemistry and western blot analysis revealed ovarian expression of hepatocyte growth factor (HGF), vascular endothelial cell growth factor (VEGF), and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and western blot analysis revealed hUCMSCs expression of HGF, VEGF, and IGF-1. Results At time points of 14, 21, and 28 days after hUCMSCs transplantation, estradiol (E2) and anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) increased while follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) decreased; ovarian structure improved and follicle number increased; ovarian expression of HGF, VEGF, and IGF-1 protein elevated significantly. Meanwhile, PCR and western blot analysis indicated hUCMSCs have the capacity of secreting HGF, VEGF, and IGF-1 cytokines. Conclusions Our results suggest that hUCMSCs can promote ovarian expression of HGF, VEGF, and IGF-1 through secreting those cytokines, resulting in improving ovarian reserve function and withstanding ovarian senescence.
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- Jia Li
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524023, China.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangdong No.2 Provincial People's Hospital, NO.466 Xingangdong Road, Guangzhou, 510317, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangdong No.2 Provincial People's Hospital, NO.466 Xingangdong Road, Guangzhou, 510317, China
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- Department of Physical Examination, Guangdong No.2 Provincial People's Hospital, NO.466 Xingangdong Road, Guangzhou, 510317, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical College, NanHua University, Hengyang, Hunan, 421001, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Guangdong No.2 Provincial People's Hospital, NO.466 Xingangdong Road, Guangzhou, 510317, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Guangdong No.2 Provincial People's Hospital, NO.466 Xingangdong Road, Guangzhou, 510317, China.
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Asadi E, Najafi A, Moeini A, Pirjani R, Hassanzadeh G, Mikaeili S, Salehi E, Adutwum E, Soleimani M, Khosravi F, Barati M, Abolhassani F. Ovarian tissue culture in the presence of VEGF and fetuin stimulates follicle growth and steroidogenesis. J Endocrinol 2017; 232:205-219. [PMID: 27852727 DOI: 10.1530/joe-16-0368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2016] [Accepted: 11/16/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Ovarian tissue cryopreservation together with follicle culture provides a promising technique for fertility preservation in cancer patients. The study aimed to evaluate follicle parameters in a culture medium supplemented with VEGFA165 and/or fetuin. Vitrified-warmed ovarian cortical pieces were divided randomly into four culture groups consisting of basic culture medium (control), and the basic culture medium supplemented with VEGFA165, fetuin or both. After six days of culture, we evaluated the following: percentage of resting, primary and secondary growing follicles; survival rate; steroid hormones production; levels of reactive oxygen species, lipid peroxidation and total antioxidant capacity; and developmental and antioxidant gene expression. The addition of VEGFA165 alone or in combination with fetuin to the culture medium caused resting follicle activation and increased the number of growing follicles. In the VEGFA165 group, we found a significant increase in the concentrations of 17β-estradiol at day 6 and progesterone from 4th day of the culture period. In the VEGFA165 + fetuin group, the concentration of 17β-estradiol rose at day 4 of the culture period. The levels of BMP15, GDF9 and INHB mRNAs were increased in all treated groups. In the fetuin and fetuin + VEGFA165 groups, we observed a high level of total antioxidant capacity and expression of SOD1 and CAT genes, low reactive oxygen species and lipid peroxidation levels and increased number of viable follicles. In conclusion, the present study provides useful evidence that supplementation of culture medium with VEGFA165 + fetuin leads to primordial follicle activation and development and increased percentage of healthy secondary growing follicles.
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- Ebrahim Asadi
- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Gynecology and ObstetricsArash Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Gynecology and ObstetricsArash Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- School of MedicineTehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research CenterIran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutical BiotechnologySchool of Pharmacy, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical SciencesSchool of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran
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Martin JH, Bromfield EG, Aitken RJ, Nixon B. Biochemical alterations in the oocyte in support of early embryonic development. Cell Mol Life Sci 2017; 74:469-485. [PMID: 27604868 PMCID: PMC11107538 DOI: 10.1007/s00018-016-2356-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2016] [Revised: 08/28/2016] [Accepted: 09/01/2016] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Notwithstanding the enormous reproductive potential encapsulated within a mature mammalian oocyte, these cells present only a limited window for fertilization before defaulting to an apoptotic cascade known as post-ovulatory oocyte aging. The only cell with the capacity to rescue this potential is the fertilizing spermatozoon. Indeed, the union of these cells sets in train a remarkable series of events that endows the oocyte with the capacity to divide and differentiate into the trillions of cells that comprise a new individual. Traditional paradigms hold that, beyond the initial stimulation of fluctuating calcium (Ca2+) required for oocyte activation, the fertilizing spermatozoon plays limited additional roles in the early embryo. While this model has now been drawn into question in view of the recent discovery that spermatozoa deliver developmentally important classes of small noncoding RNAs and other epigenetic modulators to oocytes during fertilization, it is nevertheless apparent that the primary responsibility for oocyte activation rests with a modest store of maternally derived proteins and mRNA accumulated during oogenesis. It is, therefore, not surprising that widespread post-translational modifications, in particular phosphorylation, hold a central role in endowing these proteins with sufficient functional diversity to initiate embryonic development. Indeed, proteins targeted for such modifications have been linked to oocyte activation, recruitment of maternal mRNAs, DNA repair and resumption of the cell cycle. This review, therefore, seeks to explore the intimate relationship between Ca2+ release and the suite of molecular modifications that sweep through the oocyte to ensure the successful union of the parental germlines and ensure embryogenic fidelity.
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- Jacinta H Martin
- Discipline of Biological Sciences and Priority Research Center for Reproductive Science, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia.
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- Discipline of Biological Sciences and Priority Research Center for Reproductive Science, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
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- Discipline of Biological Sciences and Priority Research Center for Reproductive Science, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
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- Discipline of Biological Sciences and Priority Research Center for Reproductive Science, School of Environmental and Life Sciences, The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
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Diamanti-Kandarakis E, Papalou O, Kandaraki EA, Kassi G. MECHANISMS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY: Nutrition as a mediator of oxidative stress in metabolic and reproductive disorders in women. Eur J Endocrinol 2017; 176:R79-R99. [PMID: 27678478 DOI: 10.1530/eje-16-0616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2016] [Revised: 09/20/2016] [Accepted: 09/27/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Nutrition can generate oxidative stress and trigger a cascade of molecular events that can disrupt oxidative and hormonal balance. Nutrient ingestion promotes a major inflammatory and oxidative response at the cellular level in the postprandial state, altering the metabolic state of tissues. A domino of unfavorable metabolic changes is orchestrated in the main metabolic organs, including adipose tissue, skeletal muscle, liver and pancreas, where subclinical inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, mitochondrial deregulation and impaired insulin response and secretion take place. Simultaneously, in reproductive tissues, nutrition-induced oxidative stress can potentially violate delicate oxidative balance that is mandatory to secure normal reproductive function. Taken all the above into account, nutrition and its accompanying postprandial oxidative stress, in the unique context of female hormonal background, can potentially compromise normal metabolic and reproductive functions in women and may act as an active mediator of various metabolic and reproductive disorders.
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- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes Center of ExcellenceEUROCLINIC, Athens, Greece
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- Endocrine Unit3rd Department of Internal Medicine, University of Athens Medical School, Athens, Greece
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- Endocrine Unit3rd Department of Internal Medicine, University of Athens Medical School, Athens, Greece
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Govindaraj V, Krishnagiri H, Chakraborty P, Vasudevan M, Rao AJ. Age-related changes in gene expression patterns of immature and aged rat primordial follicles. Syst Biol Reprod Med 2017; 63:37-48. [PMID: 28045561 DOI: 10.1080/19396368.2016.1267820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Women are born with millions of primordial follicles which gradually decrease with increasing age and this irreversible supply of follicles completely exhausts at menopause. The fertility capacity of women diminishes in parallel with aging. The mechanisms for reproductive aging are not fully understood. We have observed a decline in Brca1 mediated DNA repair in aging rat primordial follicles. To further understand the age-related molecular changes, we performed microarray gene expression analysis using total RNA extracted from immature (18 to 20 day old) and aged (400 to 450 day old) rat primordial follicles. The results of current microarray study revealed that there were 1,011 (>1.5 fold, p<0.05) genes differentially expressed between two groups in which 422 genes were up-regulated and 589 genes were down-regulated in aged rat primordial follicles compared to immature primordial follicles. The gene ontology and pathway analysis of differentially expressed genes revealed a critical biological function such as cell cycle, oocyte meiosis, chromosomal stability, transcriptional activity, DNA replication, and DNA repair were affected by age. This considerable difference in gene expression profiles may have an adverse influence on oocyte quality. Our data provide information on the processes that may contribute to aging and age-related decline in fertility.
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- a Department of Biochemistry , Indian Institute of Science , Bangalore , India
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Regular and Moderate Exercise Counteracts the Decline of Antioxidant Protection but Not Methylglyoxal-Dependent Glycative Burden in the Ovary of Reproductively Aging Mice. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2016; 2016:3837623. [PMID: 28116035 PMCID: PMC5225388 DOI: 10.1155/2016/3837623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2016] [Revised: 11/17/2016] [Accepted: 12/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Population aging results in urgent needs of interventions aimed at ensuring healthy senescence. Exercise often results in healthy aging, yet many molecular mechanisms underlying such effects still need to be identified. We here investigated whether the age-dependent accumulation of oxidative and methylglyoxal- (MG-) related molecular damage could be delayed by moderate exercise in the mouse ovary, an organ that first exhibits impaired function with advancing age in mammals. CD1 female mice underwent two- or four-month treadmill-based running through the transition from adult to middle age, when ovaries show signs of senescence, and markers of protection against reactive oxygen species (ROS) and MG were measured. The long-term exercise reduced the protein oxidative damage in the ovaries (P < 0.01), and this was linked to the preservation of the glutathione peroxidase protection against ROS (P < 0.001), as well as to the increased glutathione availability (P < 0.001). Conversely, even though the age-related deactivation of the MG-targeting systems was partially prevented by the long-term running programme (P < 0.001), exercised mice were not protected from the age-dependent glycative burden. In summary, lately initiated regular and moderate exercise limited some changes occurring in the ovaries of middle-aged mice, and this might help to develop nonpharmacological cointerventions to reduce the vulnerability of mammalian ovaries towards redox dysfunctions.
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Aging rather than stress strongly influences amino acid metabolisms in the brain and genital organs of female mice. Mech Ageing Dev 2016; 162:72-79. [PMID: 28017699 DOI: 10.1016/j.mad.2016.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2016] [Revised: 12/15/2016] [Accepted: 12/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Aging and stress affect quality of life, and proper nourishment is one of means of preventing this effect. Today, there is a focus on the amount of protein consumed by elderly people; however, changes in the amino acid metabolism of individuals have not been fully considered. In addition, the difference between average life span and healthy life years is larger in females than it is in males. To prolong the healthy life years of females, in the present study we evaluated the influence of stress and aging on metabolism and emotional behavior by comparing young and middle-aged female mice. After 28 consecutive days of immobilization stress, behavioral tests were conducted and tissue sampling was performed. The results showed that the body weight of middle-aged mice was severely lowered by stress, but emotional behaviors were hardly influenced by either aging or stress. Aging influenced changes in amino acid metabolism in the brain and increased various amino acid levels in the uterus and ovary. In conclusion, we found that aged mice were more susceptible to stress in terms of body-weight reduction, and that amino acid metabolisms in the brain and genital organs were largely influenced by aging rather than by stress.
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Song C, Peng W, Yin S, Zhao J, Fu B, Zhang J, Mao T, Wu H, Zhang Y. Melatonin improves age-induced fertility decline and attenuates ovarian mitochondrial oxidative stress in mice. Sci Rep 2016; 6:35165. [PMID: 27731402 PMCID: PMC5059725 DOI: 10.1038/srep35165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 97] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2016] [Accepted: 09/26/2016] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Increasing evidence shows that melatonin protected against age-related mitochondrial oxidative damage. However, the protective effects of melatonin against ovarian aging has not been explored. Young Kunming females (aged 2–3 months) were fed with melatonin added to drinking water for 6 or 12 months (mo). We found that long-term (12 mo) melatonin treatment significantly reduced ovarian aging, as indicated by substantial increases in litter size, pool of follicles, and telomere length as well as oocyte quantity and quality. Melatonin treatment suppressed ovarian mitochondrial oxidative damage by decreasing mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (mROS) generation, inhibiting apoptosis, repressing collapse of mitochondrial membrane potential and preserving respiratory chain complex activities. Female mice fed with melatonin had enhanced mitochondrial antioxidant activities, thus reducing the risk of mitochondrial oxidative damage cause by free radicals. Notably, melatonin treatment enhanced SIRT3 activity but not the protein expression level, and increased the binding affinity of FoxO3a to the promoters of both superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD2) and catalase (CAT). In conclusion, melatonin exerted protection against aging-induced fertility decline and maintenance of mitochondrial redox balance.
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- Chao Song
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China.,Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, Yangling 712100, Shaanxi, China
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Luddi A, Capaldo A, Focarelli R, Gori M, Morgante G, Piomboni P, De Leo V. Antioxidants reduce oxidative stress in follicular fluid of aged women undergoing IVF. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2016; 14:57. [PMID: 27604261 PMCID: PMC5015196 DOI: 10.1186/s12958-016-0184-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2016] [Accepted: 08/11/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The status characterized by the imbalance between pro-oxidants and antioxidants molecules, defined as oxidative stress, has been suggested to be involved in the pathogenesis of subfertility in females. This study aims to evaluate the impact of a complete micronutrients supplementation on oxidative stress levels in follicular microenvironment as well as on in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcome. METHODS This preliminary study was conducted between January 2014 and July 2015 at the Siena University Hospital Infertility Clinic. Serum and follicular fluid were collected from infertile women aged > 39 years who underwent two in vitro fertilization cycles: in the first cycle they were treated with GnRH-antagonist protocol and gonadotropins for controlled ovarian hyperstimulation, whereas in the second cycle ovarian stimulation protocol was associated to micronutrients supplementation, starting three months earlier. Protein oxidation levels and total antioxidant capacity in serum and in follicular fluid were evaluated in IVF cycles with or without micronutrients supplementation. Differences in IVF outcome parameters were statistically evaluated. RESULTS Two-dimensional electrophoresis analyses demonstrated that when patients assumed micronutrients before IVF cycles, follicular fluid and serum proteins were protected from oxidative damage. Comparable results were obtained when total antioxidant capacity was measured. Moreover, the mean number of good quality oocytes retrieved when patients received micronutrients supplementation was significantly increased. CONCLUSION The additional treatment with micronutrients, starting three months before IVF cycles, protects the follicular microenvironment from oxidative stress, thus increasing the number of good quality oocytes recovered at the pick up.
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- Alice Luddi
- Department Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Policlinico Le Scotte Viale Bracci, Siena, 53100 Italy
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- Department Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Policlinico Le Scotte Viale Bracci, Siena, 53100 Italy
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- Department Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Policlinico Le Scotte Viale Bracci, Siena, 53100 Italy
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- Department Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Policlinico Le Scotte Viale Bracci, Siena, 53100 Italy
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- Department Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Policlinico Le Scotte Viale Bracci, Siena, 53100 Italy
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- Department Molecular and Developmental Medicine, University of Siena, Policlinico Le Scotte Viale Bracci, Siena, 53100 Italy
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May-Panloup P, Boucret L, Chao de la Barca JM, Desquiret-Dumas V, Ferré-L'Hotellier V, Morinière C, Descamps P, Procaccio V, Reynier P. Ovarian ageing: the role of mitochondria in oocytes and follicles. Hum Reprod Update 2016; 22:725-743. [PMID: 27562289 DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmw028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 332] [Impact Index Per Article: 41.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2016] [Accepted: 07/15/2016] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND There is a great inter-individual variability of ovarian ageing, and almost 20% of patients consulting for infertility show signs of premature ovarian ageing. This feature, taken together with delayed childbearing in modern society, leads to the emergence of age-related ovarian dysfunction concomitantly with the desire for pregnancy. Assisted reproductive technology is frequently inefficacious in cases of ovarian ageing, thus raising the economic, medical and societal costs of the procedures. OBJECTIVE AND RATIONAL Ovarian ageing is characterized by quantitative and qualitative alteration of the ovarian oocyte reserve. Mitochondria play a central role in follicular atresia and could be the main target of the ooplasmic factors determining oocyte quality adversely affected by ageing. Indeed, the oocyte is the richest cell of the body in mitochondria and depends largely on these organelles to acquire competence for fertilization and early embryonic development. Moreover, the oocyte ensures the uniparental transmission and stability of the mitochondrial genome across the generations. This review focuses on the role played by mitochondria in ovarian ageing and on the possible consequences over the generations. SEARCH METHODS PubMed was used to search the MEDLINE database for peer-reviewed original articles and reviews concerning mitochondria and ovarian ageing, in animal and human species. Searches were performed using keywords belonging to three groups: 'mitochondria' or 'mitochondrial DNA'; 'ovarian reserve', 'oocyte', 'ovary' or 'cumulus cells'; and 'ageing' or 'ovarian ageing'. These keywords were combined with other search phrases relevant to the topic. References from these articles were used to obtain additional articles. OUTCOMES There is a close relationship, in mammalian models and humans, between mitochondria and the decline of oocyte quality with ageing. Qualitatively, ageing-related mitochondrial (mt) DNA instability, which leads to the accumulation of mtDNA mutations in the oocyte, plays a key role in the deterioration of oocyte quality in terms of competence and of the risk of transmitting mitochondrial abnormalities to the offspring. In contrast, some mtDNA haplogroups are protective against the decline of ovarian reserve. Quantitatively, mitochondrial biogenesis is crucial during oogenesis for constituting a mitochondrial pool sufficiently large to allow normal early embryonic development and to avoid the untimely activation of mitochondrial biogenesis. Ovarian ageing also seriously affects the dynamic nature of mitochondrial biogenesis in the surrounding granulosa cells that may provide interesting alternative biomarkers of oocyte quality. WIDER IMPLICATIONS A fuller understanding of the involvement of mitochondria in cases of infertility linked to ovarian ageing would contribute to a better management of the disorder in the future.
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- Pascale May-Panloup
- Laboratoire de Biologie de la Reproduction, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France .,PREMMi/Pôle de Recherche et d'Enseignement en Médecine Mitochondriale, Institut MITOVASC, CNRS 6214, INSERM U1083, Université d'Angers, Angers, France
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- Laboratoire de Biologie de la Reproduction, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France.,PREMMi/Pôle de Recherche et d'Enseignement en Médecine Mitochondriale, Institut MITOVASC, CNRS 6214, INSERM U1083, Université d'Angers, Angers, France
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- PREMMi/Pôle de Recherche et d'Enseignement en Médecine Mitochondriale, Institut MITOVASC, CNRS 6214, INSERM U1083, Université d'Angers, Angers, France.,Département de Biochimie et Génétique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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- PREMMi/Pôle de Recherche et d'Enseignement en Médecine Mitochondriale, Institut MITOVASC, CNRS 6214, INSERM U1083, Université d'Angers, Angers, France.,Département de Biochimie et Génétique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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- Laboratoire de Biologie de la Reproduction, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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- Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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- Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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- PREMMi/Pôle de Recherche et d'Enseignement en Médecine Mitochondriale, Institut MITOVASC, CNRS 6214, INSERM U1083, Université d'Angers, Angers, France.,Département de Biochimie et Génétique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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- PREMMi/Pôle de Recherche et d'Enseignement en Médecine Mitochondriale, Institut MITOVASC, CNRS 6214, INSERM U1083, Université d'Angers, Angers, France.,Département de Biochimie et Génétique, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire d'Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France
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Rutkowska AZ, Diamanti-Kandarakis E. Polycystic ovary syndrome and environmental toxins. Fertil Steril 2016; 106:948-58. [PMID: 27559705 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2016.08.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 89] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2016] [Revised: 08/15/2016] [Accepted: 08/15/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common, heterogeneous, and multifactorial endocrine disorder in premenopausal women. The pathophysiology of this endocrinopathy is still unclear; however, the heterogeneity of its features within ethnic races, geographic location, and families suggests that environment and lifestyle are of prime importance. This work is mainly focused on the possible role of the most common and studied environmental toxins for this syndrome in the pathogenesis of PCOS. Plasticizers, such as bisphenol A (BPA) or phthalates, which belong to the categories of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and advanced glycation end products (AGEs), affect humans' health in everyday, industrialized life; therefore special attention should be paid to such exposure. Timing of exposure to EDCs is crucial for the intensity of adverse health effects. It is now evident that fetuses, infants, and/or young children are the most susceptible groups, especially in the early development periods. Prenatal exposure to EDCs that mimic endogenous hormones may contribute to the altered fetal programming and in consequence lead to PCOS and other adverse health effects, potentially transgenerationally. Acute or prolonged exposure to EDCs and AGEs through different life cycle stages may result in destabilization of the hormonal homeostasis and lead to disruption of reproductive functions. They may also interfere with metabolic alterations such as obesity, insulin resistance, and compensatory hyperinsulinemia that can exacerbate the PCOS phenotype and contribute to PCOS consequences such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Since wide exposure to environmental toxins and their role in the pathophysiology of PCOS are supported by extensive data derived from diverse scientific models, protective strategies and strong recommendations should be considered to reduce human exposure to protect present and future generations from their adverse health effects.
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- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes Center of Excellence, Medical School University of Athens, EUROCLINIC, Athens, Greece.
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Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors in Female Reproduction and Fertility. PPAR Res 2016; 2016:4612306. [PMID: 27559343 PMCID: PMC4983391 DOI: 10.1155/2016/4612306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2016] [Revised: 06/01/2016] [Accepted: 06/19/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Reproductive functions may be altered by the exposure to a multitude of endogenous and exogenous agents, drug or environmental pollutants, which are known to affect gene transcription through the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs) activation. PPARs act as ligand activated transcription factors and regulate metabolic processes such as lipid and glucose metabolism, energy homeostasis, inflammation, and cell proliferation and differentiation. All PPARs isotypes are expressed along the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and are strictly involved in reproductive functions. Since female fertility and energy metabolism are tightly interconnected, the research on female infertility points towards the exploration of potential PPARs activating/antagonizing compounds, mainly belonging to the class of thiazolidinediones (TZDs) and fibrates, as useful agents for the maintenance of metabolic homeostasis in women with ovarian dysfunctions. In the present review, we discuss the recent evidence about PPARs expression in the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and their involvement in female reproduction. Finally, the therapeutic potential of their manipulation through several drugs is also discussed.
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Tšuiko O, Nõukas M, Žilina O, Hensen K, Tapanainen JS, Mägi R, Kals M, Kivistik PA, Haller-Kikkatalo K, Salumets A, Kurg A. Copy number variation analysis detects novel candidate genes involved in follicular growth and oocyte maturation in a cohort of premature ovarian failure cases. Hum Reprod 2016; 31:1913-25. [PMID: 27301361 PMCID: PMC4974666 DOI: 10.1093/humrep/dew142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2016] [Accepted: 05/24/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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STUDY QUESTION Can spontaneous premature ovarian failure (POF) patients derived from population-based biobanks reveal the association between copy number variations (CNVs) and POF? SUMMARY ANSWER CNVs can hamper the functional capacity of ovaries by disrupting key genes and pathways essential for proper ovarian function. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY POF is defined as the cessation of ovarian function before the age of 40 years. POF is a major reason for female infertility, although its cause remains largely unknown. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION The current retrospective CNV study included 301 spontaneous POF patients and 3188 control individuals registered between 2003 and 2014 at Estonian Genome Center at the University of Tartu (EGCUT) biobank. PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS, SETTING, METHODS DNA samples from 301 spontaneous POF patients were genotyped by Illumina HumanCoreExome (258 samples) and HumanOmniExpress (43 samples) BeadChip arrays. Genotype and phenotype information was drawn from the EGCUT for the 3188 control population samples, previously genotyped with HumanCNV370 and HumanOmniExpress BeadChip arrays. All identified CNVs were subjected to functional enrichment studies for highlighting the POF pathogenesis. Real-time quantitative PCR was used to validate a subset of CNVs. Whole-exome sequencing was performed on six patients carrying hemizygous deletions that encompass genes essential for meiosis or folliculogenesis. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE Eleven novel microdeletions and microduplications that encompass genes relevant to POF were identified. For example, FMN2 (1q43) and SGOL2 (2q33.1) are essential for meiotic progression, while TBP (6q27), SCARB1 (12q24.31), BNC1 (15q25) and ARFGAP3 (22q13.2) are involved in follicular growth and oocyte maturation. The importance of recently discovered hemizygous microdeletions of meiotic genes SYCE1 (10q26.3) and CPEB1 (15q25.2) in POF patients was also corroborated. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION This is a descriptive analysis and no functional studies were performed. Anamnestic data obtained from population-based biobank lacked clinical, biological (hormone levels) or ultrasonographical data, and spontaneous POF was predicted retrospectively by excluding known extraovarian causes for premature menopause. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS The present study, with high number of spontaneous POF cases, provides novel data on associations between the genomic aberrations and premature menopause of ovarian cause and demonstrates that population-based biobanks are powerful source of biological samples and clinical data to reveal novel genetic lesions associated with human reproductive health and disease, including POF. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTEREST This study was supported by the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research (IUT20-43, IUT20-60, IUT34-16, SF0180027s10 and 9205), Enterprise Estonia (EU30020 and EU48695), Eureka's EUROSTARS programme (NOTED, EU41564), grants from European Union's FP7 Marie Curie Industry-Academia Partnerships and Pathways (IAPP, SARM, |EU324509) and Horizon 2020 innovation programme (WIDENLIFE, 692065), Academy of Finland and the Sigrid Juselius Foundation.
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- O Tšuiko
- Institute of Bio- and Translational Medicine, University of Tartu, Ravila 19, Tartu 50411, Estonia Competence Centre on Health Technologies, Tiigi 61b, Tartu 50410, Estonia Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Riia 23, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Riia 23, Tartu 51010, Estonia Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu, Riia 23b, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Riia 23, Tartu 51010, Estonia Department of Genetics, United Laboratory, Tartu University Hospital, L. Puusepa 2, Tartu 51014, Estonia
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- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Riia 23, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Helsinki University Hospital, Haartmaninkatu 2, Helsinki 00290, Finland Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Oulu University and Oulu University Hospital, Kajaanintie 50, Oulu 90220, Finland
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- Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu, Riia 23b, Tartu 51010, Estonia Department of Bioinformatics, Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Riia 23, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu, Riia 23b, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu, Riia 23b, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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- Institute of Bio- and Translational Medicine, University of Tartu, Ravila 19, Tartu 50411, Estonia Competence Centre on Health Technologies, Tiigi 61b, Tartu 50410, Estonia Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Tartu, L. Puusepa 8, Tartu 51014, Estonia
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- Institute of Bio- and Translational Medicine, University of Tartu, Ravila 19, Tartu 50411, Estonia Competence Centre on Health Technologies, Tiigi 61b, Tartu 50410, Estonia Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Tartu, L. Puusepa 8, Tartu 51014, Estonia
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- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, University of Tartu, Riia 23, Tartu 51010, Estonia
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Zhou Z, Jia RX, Zhang G, Wan Y, Zhang Y, Fan Y, Wang Z, Huang P, Wang F. Using cysteine/cystine to overcome oxidative stress in goat oocytes and embryos cultured in vitro. Mol Med Rep 2016; 14:1219-26. [PMID: 27315595 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2016.5395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2015] [Accepted: 02/19/2016] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Assisted reproductive techniques expose gametes to excessive concentrations of reactive oxygen species. The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of oxidative stress on apoptosis in goat oocytes and embryonic development. The results demonstrated that the addition of 100 µM hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) into media produces an oxidative environment during oocyte maturation. The number of cumulus cells positive for terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase UTP nick end labeling, and the activity of caspase 3 in mature oocytes were increased, compared with the control group (P<0.05). In addition, the expression levels of mitochondrial regulators, including peroxisome proliferator‑activated receptor γ coactivator-1 α (PGC-1α) and nuclear respiratory factor‑1 (NRF‑1) were increased in the oxidative oocytes, compared with those in the control group (P<0.05). The ratio of the proapoptotic gene, B cell lymphoma (Bcl-2)-associated X protein (BAX), to the anti‑apoptotic gene, BCL‑2, was higher in the H2O2 group, compared with the control group (P<0.05). To overcome oxidative stress in oocytes and embryos cultured in vitro, 200 µM cysteine and 200 µM cystine were added to the media, thereby increasing the concentration of intracellular glutathione (GSH) and assisting in maintaining the redox state of the cells. In conclusion, cysteine and cystine reduced the oxygen tension caused by H2O2, thereby providing a novel strategy for optimizing in vitro embryonic development systems.
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212013, P.R. China
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- Jiangsu Livestock Embryo Engineering Laboratory, College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210095, P.R. China
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Molinari E, Bar H, Pyle AM, Patrizio P. Transcriptome analysis of human cumulus cells reveals hypoxia as the main determinant of follicular senescence. Mol Hum Reprod 2016; 22:866-76. [PMID: 27268410 DOI: 10.1093/molehr/gaw038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2016] [Accepted: 05/20/2016] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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STUDY QUESTION Can RNA sequencing of human cumulus cells (CC) reveal molecular pathways involved in the physiology of reproductive aging? STUDY FINDING Senescent but not young CC activate gene pathways associated with hypoxia and oxidative stress. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY Shifts in socioeconomic norms are resulting in larger numbers of women postponing childbearing. The reproductive potential is sharply decreased with aging, and the reasons are poorly understood. Since CCs play an integral role in oocyte maturation and direct access to human oocytes is limited, we used whole transcriptome analysis of these somatic cells to gain insights into the molecular mechanisms playing a role in follicular senescence. STUDY DESIGN, SAMPLES/MATERIALS, METHODS Twenty CC samples (from a total of 15 patients) were obtained from oocytes of either male factor or egg donor patients. RNA sequencing and bioinformatic tools were used to identify differentially expressed genes between CCs from seven aged and eight young patients (<35 (years old) y.o. vs >40 y.o.). Quantitative-PCR and immunoflourescent staining were used for validation. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE RNA sequencing identified 11 572 genes expressed in CC of both age cohorts, 45 of which were differentially expressed. In CC collected from patients >40 y.o., genes involved in the hypoxia stress response (NOS2, RORA and NR4A3), vasculature development (NR2F2, PTHLH), glycolysis (RALGAPA2 and TBC1D4) and cAMP turnover (PDE4D) were significantly overexpressed when compared with CC of patients younger than 35 y.o. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION This study focused almost exclusively on assessing the genetic differences in CC transcriptome between young and older women. These genetic findings were not fully correlated with embryonic development and clinical outcome. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS Our data provide a new hypothesis-follicular hypoxia-as the main mechanism leading to ovarian follicular senescence and suggest a link between cumulus cell aging and oocyte quality decay. If specific molecular findings of hypoxia would be confirmed also in oocytes, genetic platforms could screen CC for hypoxic damage and identify healthier oocytes. Protocols of ovarian stimulation in older patients could also be adjusted to diminish oocyte exposure time to hypoxic follicles. LARGE SCALE DATA GEO accession number: GSE81579 STUDY FUNDING AND COMPETING INTERESTS: Funded in part by EMD Serono Grant for Fertility Innovation (GFI).
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Yale Fertility Center, Yale University, New Haven, CT 065112, USA
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- Department of Statistics, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA
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- Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology and Howard Huges Medical Institute, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Yale Fertility Center, Yale University, New Haven, CT 065112, USA
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Wei M, Mahady GB, Liu D, Zheng ZS, Lu Y. Astragalin, a Flavonoid from Morus alba (Mulberry) Increases Endogenous Estrogen and Progesterone by Inhibiting Ovarian Granulosa Cell Apoptosis in an Aged Rat Model of Menopause. Molecules 2016; 21:E675. [PMID: 27213327 PMCID: PMC6273233 DOI: 10.3390/molecules21050675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2016] [Revised: 05/05/2016] [Accepted: 05/10/2016] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To determine the mechanism by which the flavonoid glycoside astragalin (AST) reduces ovarian failure in an aged rat model of menopause. METHODS The in vivo effect of AST on granulosa cell (GC) apoptosis in aged female rats was determined using flow cytometry. In vitro, the effects of AST on cultured GCs were investigated using the MTT proliferation assay and western blot assays. RESULTS Aged rats had significantly higher GC apoptosis as compared with young female rats. Treatment of aged rats with AST (all three doses; p < 0.01) or Progynova (p < 0.01) significantly reduced GC apoptosis as compared with the aged controls. The proportions of total apoptotic GCs was 25.70%, 86.65%, 47.04%, 27.02%, 42.09% and 56.42% in the normal, aged, 17β-estradiol (E₂), high dose AST, medium dose AST, and low dose AST-treated groups, respectively. Significant increases of serum E₂ and P₄ levels, as well as altered levels of serum follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) levels. In cultured rat GCs, AST stimulated GC proliferation, E₂ and progesterone (P₄) secretion, reduced apoptosis, reduced the level of the pro-apoptotic protein Bcl-2 (p < 0.01), but had no effect on BAX. CONCLUSIONS AST enhanced ovarian function in aged female rats by increasing E₂ and P₄ levels, and reducing ovarian GC apoptosis via a mechanism involving Bcl-2. These data demonstrate a new pharmacological activity for AST, as well as a novel mechanism of action, and further suggest that AST may be a new therapeutic agent for the management of menopausal symptoms.
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- Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210041, China.
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
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- Beijing Clinical Services Center, No. 103 Chaoyang North Road, Beijing 100123, China.
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- Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210041, China.
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- Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210041, China.
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Protein pathways working in human follicular fluid: the future for tailored IVF? Expert Rev Mol Med 2016; 18:e9. [DOI: 10.1017/erm.2016.4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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The human follicular fluid (HFF) contains molecules and proteins that may affect follicle growth, oocyte maturation and competence acquiring. Despite the numerous studies, an integrated broad overview on biomolecular and patho/physiological processes that are proved or supposed to take place in HFF during folliculogenesis and oocyte development is still missing. In this review we report, for the first time, all the proteins unambiguously detected in HFF and, applying DAVID (Database for Annotation, Visualization and Integrated Discovery) and MetaCore bioinformatic resources, we shed new lights on their functional correlation, delineating protein patterns and pathways with reasonable potentialities for oocyte quality estimation in in vitro fertilisation (IVF) programs. Performing a rigorous PubMed search, we redacted a list of 617 unique proteins unambiguously-annotated as HFF components. Their functional processing suggested the occurrence in HFF of a tight and highly dynamic functional-network, which is balanced by specific effectors, primarily involved in extracellular matrix degradation and remodelling, inflammation and coagulation. Metalloproteinases, thrombin and vitamin-D-receptor/retinoid-X-receptor-alpha resulted as the main key factors in the nets and their differential activity may be indicative of ovarian health and oocyte quality. Despite future accurate clinical investigations are absolutely needed, the present analysis may provide a starting point for more accurate oocyte quality estimation and for defining personalised therapies in reproductive medicine.
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Li L, Wu J, Luo M, Sun Y, Wang G. The effect of heat stress on gene expression, synthesis of steroids, and apoptosis in bovine granulosa cells. Cell Stress Chaperones 2016; 21:467-75. [PMID: 26847372 PMCID: PMC4837181 DOI: 10.1007/s12192-016-0673-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2015] [Revised: 01/21/2016] [Accepted: 01/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Summer heat stress (HS) is a major contributing factor in low fertility in lactating dairy cows in hot environments. Heat stress inhibits ovarian follicular development leading to diminished reproductive efficiency of dairy cows during summer. Ovarian follicle development is a complex process. During follicle development, granulosa cells (GCs) replicate, secrete hormones, and support the growth of the oocyte. To obtain an overview of the effects of heat stress on GCs, digital gene expression profiling was employed to screen and identify differentially expressed genes (DEGs; false discovery rate (FDR) ≤ 0.001, fold change ≥2) of cultured GCs during heat stress. A total of 1211 DEGs including 175 upregulated and 1036 downregulated ones were identified, of which DEGs can be classified into Gene Ontology (GO) categories and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathways. The results suggested that heat stress triggers a dramatic and complex program of altered gene expression in GCs. We hypothesized that heat stress could induce the apoptosis and dysfunction of GCs. Real-time reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) was used to evaluate the expression of steroidogenic genes (steroidogenic acute regulatory protein (Star), cytochrome P-450 (CYP11A1), CYP19A1, and steroidogenic factor 1 (SF-1)) and apoptosis-related genes (caspase-3, BCL-2, and BAX). Radio immunoassay (RIA) was used to analyze the level of 17β-estradiol (E2) and progesterone (P4). We also assessed the apoptosis of GCs by flow cytometry. Our data suggested that heat stress induced GC apoptosis through the BAX/BCL-2 pathway and reduced the steroidogenic gene messenger RNA (mRNA) expression and E2 synthesis. These results suggest that the decreased function of GCs may cause ovarian dysfunction and offer an improved understanding of the molecular mechanism responsible for the low fertility in cattle in summer.
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- Lian Li
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, People's Republic of China.
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, People's Republic of China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, People's Republic of China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, People's Republic of China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, People's Republic of China.
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Menoprogen, a TCM Herbal Formula for Menopause, Increases Endogenous E2 in an Aged Rat Model of Menopause by Reducing Ovarian Granulosa Cell Apoptosis. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2016; 2016:2574637. [PMID: 26981526 PMCID: PMC4769746 DOI: 10.1155/2016/2574637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2015] [Revised: 01/12/2016] [Accepted: 01/17/2016] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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The effect of Menoprogen (MPG) on ovarian granulosa cell (GC) apoptosis was investigated in vitro and in vivo in an aged rat model of menopause. Intragastric administration of Menoprogen or estradiol valerate to 14-month-old senile female rats for eight weeks increased plasma E2 levels, as well as the weight of both ovarian and uterine tissues. Flow cytometric (FCM) analysis of isolated GCs from MPG-treated aged rats showed reductions in the G0/G1 ratio and apoptotic peaks. Isolated GCs also exhibited an increase in cell size and the number of cytoplastic organelles and intracellular gap junctions, the reappearance of secretory granules, and a lack of apoptotic bodies as determined by TEM. Results from a TdT-mediated dUTP nick end-labeling (TUNEL) assay revealed a reduction in TUNEL-positive GCs after MPG treatment. Immunohistochemical analysis showed a downregulation of proapoptotic Bax proteins and an upregulation of antiapoptotic Bcl-2 proteins. The addition of MPG-medicated serum to the media of cultured GCs also reduced cadmium chloride-induced apoptosis and downregulated caspase-3 protein expression. This work demonstrates that Menoprogen inhibits GC apoptosis in aged female rats and thereby increases E2 production. This represents a novel mechanism of action for this herbal medicine in the treatment of menopausal symptoms.
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Coagulansin-A has beneficial effects on the development of bovine embryos in vitro via HSP70 induction. Biosci Rep 2016; 36:BSR20150222. [PMID: 26831738 PMCID: PMC4793297 DOI: 10.1042/bsr20150222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2015] [Accepted: 01/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Treatment with the steroidal lactone, coagulansin-A, improves bovine oocyte maturation and embryo development in vitro by inducing heat shock protein 70 (HSP70), which reduces the levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS), DNA damage and inflammation. Coagulansin-A (withanolide) is the steroidal lactone obtained from Withania coagulans which belong to Solanaceae family. The present study investigated the effects of coagulansin-A on bovine oocyte maturation and embryo development in vitro. All these oocytes were aspirated from the ovaries obtained from Korean Hanwoo cows at a local abattoir. To determine whether coagulansin-A has beneficial effects on bovine oocyte maturation in vitro, 355 oocytes per group (control and treated) in seven replicates were subjected with different concentrations (1, 2.5, 5, 7.5 and 10 μM) of coagulansin-A. The coagulansin-A was added in the in vitro maturation (IVM) media followed by in vitro fertilization (IVF) and then in vitro culture (IVC). Only treatment with 5 μM coagulansin-A remarkably (P<0.05) improved embryos development (Day 8 blastocyst) having 27.30 and 40.01% for control and coagulansin-A treated groups respectively. Treatment with 5 μM coagulansin-A significantly induced activation of heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) (P<0.05). Immunofluorescence analysis revealed that 5 μM coagulansin-A treatment also significantly inhibited oxidative stress and inflammation during bovine embryo development in vitro by decreasing 8-oxoguanosine (8-OxoG) (P<0.05) and nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) (P<0.05). The expressions of HSP70 and NF-κB were also conformed through real-time PCR (RT-PCR). Additionally, the terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick-end labelling (TUNEL) assay confirmed that coagulansin-A treatment significantly improved the embryo quality and reduced bovine embryo DNA damage (P<0.05). The present study provides new information regarding the mechanisms by which coagulansin-A promotes bovine embryo development in vitro.
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Nayki U, Onk D, Balci G, Nayki C, Onk A, Çankaya M, Taskın Kafa AH, Kuzucu M. The effect of melatonin on oxidative stress and apoptosis in experimental diabetes mellitus-related ovarian injury. Gynecol Endocrinol 2016; 32:421-6. [PMID: 26743008 DOI: 10.3109/09513590.2015.1126819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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We aimed to evaluate the effect of melatonin on oxidative stress and ovarian injury in rats. Twenty-four Sprague-Dawley albino rats were divided into three groups: Group 1 as nondiabetic healthy controls (n = 8), group 2 as nontreated diabetic rats (n = 8) and group 3 as melatonin-treated diabetic rats (n = 8). After overt diabetes was produced by intraperitoneal injection of streptozosin, 20 mg/kg/day of melatonin was given intraperitoneally to group 3 for a week. NF-kB and caspase-3 immunoexpressions, lipid peroxidation, the activities of antioxidative enzymes, total oxidant capacity and total antioxidant capacity were assessed. Immunoexpressions of NF-kB and caspase-3 were significantly lower in group 3 than group 2. There was a significant decrease in superoxide dismutase activity in group 2 than group 1 and a significant increase in group 3 compared with group 2. We observed a nonsignificant decrease in catalase activity between group 1 and group 2 and a nonsignificant increase between group 2 and group 3. There was a nonsignificant increase in the plasma level of total oxidant status in group 2 than group 1, but a significant decrease was observed in group 3 compared to group 2. Total antioxidant status was significantly lower in group 2 compared with group 1 and group 3. In conclusion, melatonin ameliorates the negative effects of oxidative stress on DM-related ovarian injury.
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- a Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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- b Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation
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- a Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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- d Department of Cardiovascular Surgery , and
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- e Department of Biochemistry School of Medicine , Erzincan University , Erzincan , Turkey
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- e Department of Biochemistry School of Medicine , Erzincan University , Erzincan , Turkey
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Kishi I, Ohishi M, Akiba Y, Asada H, Konishi Y, Nakano M, Kamei K, Yoshimura Y, Maruyama T. Thioredoxin, an antioxidant redox protein, in ovarian follicles of women undergoing in vitro fertilization. Endocr J 2016; 63:9-20. [PMID: 26536897 DOI: 10.1507/endocrj.ej15-0210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Oxidative stress has a bidirectional role in the development and maturation of zygotes and embryos. Reduction-oxidation reactions and regulatory proteins, such as thioredoxin (TRX) and thioredoxin reductase (TRXR), are intimately involved in the regulation of oxidative stress. The aim of this study was to determine the levels of TRX mRNA and protein in ovarian follicles collected from women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) and to assess these levels relative to follicle size, presence of oocytes, and responsiveness to superovulation. Follicular fluid (FF) and/or granulosa cells (GCs) from large and small follicles were collected at the time of ovum pick-up from 42 IVF patients enrolled in this study. We divided the patients into normal and poor responders (NR and PR, respectively) based on the serum estradiol levels on the day of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) administration. We also compared the TRX concentration in FF (FF-TRX) between oocyte-containing follicles (Oc+) and empty follicles (Oc-). The transcript levels of TRX, but not TRXR, were significantly higher in GCs derived from follicles collected from NR than PR, as determined by semi-quantitative RT-PCR analysis. In NR, the FF-TRX was significantly higher in Oc+ follicles than in Oc- follicles and also in large Oc+ follicles than in large Oc- follicles. Unlike NR, PR exhibited no positive association with elevated FF-TRX and presence of oocytes. Based on its collective anti-oxidative, cytoprotective, and cytokine-like properties of TRX, TRX is likely to be involved in the optimal growth and maturation of ovarian follicles and responsiveness to hyperstimulation.
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- Ikuko Kishi
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saiseikai Kanagawa-ken Hospital, Yokohama 221-0821, Japan
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Amanvermez R, Tosun M. An Update on Ovarian Aging and Ovarian Reserve Tests. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FERTILITY & STERILITY 2015; 9:411-5. [PMID: 26985328 PMCID: PMC4793161 DOI: 10.22074/ijfs.2015.4591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2013] [Accepted: 06/15/2014] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Ovaries are the female organs that age more quickly than other tissues such as the
uterus, the pituitary gland or pancreas. Different from males, an interesting question
is why and how the females lose fertility so rapidly. During the aging process, both
the number and quality of the oocytes in the ovaries decrease and reach to a point
beyond that no more viable offspring may be produced and the associated cyclic
endocrinological activities cease, entering the menopause in females at an average
age of 50 years. Females who delayed childbearing with or without their willing
until their 30 years or 40 years constitute the largest portion of the total infertility
population. Ovarian reserve tests (ORTs) provide an indirect estimate of a female’s
diminishing ovarian reserve or remaining follicular pool. This article briefly reviews recent progresses in relation to ovarian aging and ORTs.
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- Ramazan Amanvermez
- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun, Turkey
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Nayki U, Onk D, Balci G, Nayki C, Onk A, Gunay M. The Effects of Diabetes Mellitus on Ovarian Injury and Reserve: An Experimental Study. Gynecol Obstet Invest 2015; 81:424-9. [DOI: 10.1159/000442287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2015] [Accepted: 11/05/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Hannon PR, Niermann S, Flaws JA. Acute Exposure to Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate in Adulthood Causes Adverse Reproductive Outcomes Later in Life and Accelerates Reproductive Aging in Female Mice. Toxicol Sci 2015; 150:97-108. [PMID: 26678702 DOI: 10.1093/toxsci/kfv317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Humans are ubiquitously exposed to di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which is an environmental toxicant incorporated in consumer products. Studies have shown that DEHP targets the ovary to disrupt essential processes required for reproductive and nonreproductive health. Specifically, 10-day exposure to DEHP accelerates primordial follicle recruitment and disrupts estrous cyclicity in adult mice. However, it is unknown if these effects on folliculogenesis and cyclicity following acute DEHP exposure can have permanent effects on reproductive outcomes. Further, the premature depletion of primordial follicles can cause early reproductive senescence, and it is unknown if acute DEHP exposure accelerates reproductive aging. This study tested the hypothesis that acute DEHP exposure causes infertility, disrupts estrous cyclicity, alters hormone levels, and depletes follicle numbers by inducing atresia later in life, leading to accelerated reproductive aging. Adult CD-1 mice were orally dosed with vehicle or DEHP (20 μg/kg/day-500 mg/kg/day) daily for 10 days, and reproductive outcomes were assessed at 6 and 9 months postdosing. Acute DEHP exposure significantly altered estrous cyclicity compared to controls at 6 and 9 months postdosing by increasing the percentage of days the mice were in estrus and metestrus/diestrus, respectively. DEHP also significantly decreased inhibin B levels compared to controls at 9 months postdosing. Further, DEHP significantly increased the BAX/BCL2 ratio in primordial follicles leading to a significant decrease in primordial and total follicle numbers compared to controls at 9 months postdosing. Collectively, the adverse effects present following acute DEHP exposure persist later in life and are consistent with accelerated reproductive aging.
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- Patrick R Hannon
- Department of Comparative Biosciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2001 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana, Illinois 61802
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- Department of Comparative Biosciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2001 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana, Illinois 61802
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- Department of Comparative Biosciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2001 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana, Illinois 61802
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Age-Specific Gene Expression Profiles of Rhesus Monkey Ovaries Detected by Microarray Analysis. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2015; 2015:625192. [PMID: 26421297 PMCID: PMC4571527 DOI: 10.1155/2015/625192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2015] [Accepted: 07/29/2015] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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The biological function of human ovaries declines with age. To identify the potential molecular changes in ovarian aging, we performed genome-wide gene expression analysis by microarray of ovaries from young, middle-aged, and old rhesus monkeys. Microarray data was validated by quantitative real-time PCR. Results showed that a total of 503 (60 upregulated, 443 downregulated) and 84 (downregulated) genes were differentially expressed in old ovaries compared to young and middle-aged groups, respectively. No difference in gene expression was found between middle-aged and young groups. Differentially expressed genes were mainly enriched in cell and organelle, cellular and physiological process, binding, and catalytic activity. These genes were primarily associated with KEGG pathways of cell cycle, DNA replication and repair, oocyte meiosis and maturation, MAPK, TGF-beta, and p53 signaling pathway. Genes upregulated were involved in aging, defense response, oxidation reduction, and negative regulation of cellular process; genes downregulated have functions in reproduction, cell cycle, DNA and RNA process, macromolecular complex assembly, and positive regulation of macromolecule metabolic process. These findings show that monkey ovary undergoes substantial change in global transcription with age. Gene expression profiles are useful in understanding the mechanisms underlying ovarian aging and age-associated infertility in primates.
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Özcan P, Fıçıcıoğlu C, Yıldırım ÖK, Özkan F, Akkaya H, Aslan İ. Protective effect of resveratrol against oxidative damage to ovarian reserve in female Sprague–Dawley rats. Reprod Biomed Online 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2015.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Wu YG, Barad DH, Kushnir VA, Lazzaroni E, Wang Q, Albertini DF, Gleicher N. Aging-related premature luteinization of granulosa cells is avoided by early oocyte retrieval. J Endocrinol 2015; 226:167-80. [PMID: 26264981 DOI: 10.1530/joe-15-0246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/08/2015] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Why IVF pregnancy rates decline sharply after age 43 is unknown. In this study, we compared granulosa cell (GC) function in young oocyte donors (n=31, ages 21-29), middle-aged (n=64, ages 30-37) and older infertile patients (n=41, ages 43-47). Gene expressions related to gonadotropin activity, steroidogenesis, apoptosis and luteinization were examined by real-time PCR and western blot in GCs collected from follicular fluid. FSH receptor (FSHR), aromatase (CYP19A1) and 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (HSD17B) expression were found down regulated with advancing age, while LH receptor (LHCGR), P450scc (CYP11A1) and progesterone receptor (PGR) were up regulated. Upon in vitro culture, GCs were found to exhibit lower proliferation and increased apoptosis with aging. While FSH supplementation stimulated GCs growth and prevented luteinization in vitro. These observations demonstrate age-related functional declines in GCs, consistent with premature luteinization. To avoid premature luteinization in women above age 43, we advanced oocyte retrieval by administering human chorionic gonadotropin at maximal leading follicle size of 16 mm (routine 19-21 mm). Compared to normal cycles in women of similar age, earlier retrieved patients demonstrated only a marginal increase in oocyte prematurity, yet exhibited improved embryo numbers as well as quality and respectable clinical pregnancy rates. Premature follicular luteinization appears to contribute to rapidly declining IVF pregnancy chances after age 43, and can be avoided by earlier oocyte retrieval.
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- Yan-Guang Wu
- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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- The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA The Center for Human Reproduction (CHR)21 East 69th Street, New York, New York 10021, USAFoundation for Reproductive MedicineNew York, New York 10021, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyAlbert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461, USADepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyWake Forest University, Winston Salem, North Carolina 27106, USADepartment of Molecular and Integrative PhysiologyUniversity of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160, USAStem Cell Biology and Molecular Embryology LaboratoryThe Rockefeller University, New York, New York 10065, USA
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Lebedeva IY, Singina GN, Lopukhov AV, Shedova EN, Zinovieva NA. Prolactin and growth hormone affect metaphase-II chromosomes in aging oocytes via cumulus cells using similar signaling pathways. Front Genet 2015; 6:274. [PMID: 26379702 PMCID: PMC4550791 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2015.00274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2015] [Accepted: 08/10/2015] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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General senescence of the adult organism is closely connected with reproductive one. Meanwhile, the age-related reduction in the female fertility is primarily associated with a decline in the gamete quality. Molecular and cellular changes in oocytes of old mammalian females are very similar to those occurring during aging of matured ova of their young counterparts, suggesting similarities in underlying mechanisms. The aim of the present work was to study actions of two related pituitary hormones, prolactin (PRL) and growth hormone (GH), on age-associated modifications of metaphase-II (M-II) chromosomes in bovine oocytes using a model of the prolonged culture. We analyzed: (1) effects of PRL and GH on abnormal changes in the chromosome morphology in aging matured oocytes and the role of cumulus cells in these effects and (2) signaling pathways involved in the hormone actions. During the prolonged culture of oocytes, a gradual rise in the frequency of destructive modifications of M-II chromosomes was revealed. In the case of cumulus-enclosed oocytes (CEOs), PRL and GH exerted dose-dependent biphasic effects on the frequency of these modifications. Both PRL (50 ng/ml) and GH (10 ng/ml) decelerated the abnormal chromosome changes in CEOs, but did not affect the chromosome configuration in denuded oocytes. Concurrently, the presence of PRL and GH receptors in cumulus cells surrounding matured oocytes was demonstrated. Attenuating effects of both hormones on the chromosome modifications in aging CEOs were abolished by PP2 (an inhibitor of Src-family tyrosine kinases), triciribine (an inhibitor of Akt kinase), and calphostin C (a protein kinase C inhibitor). Our findings indicate that PRL and GH can exert the similar decelerating action on age-associated alterations in the M-II chromosome morphology in bovine ova, which is mediated by cumulus cells and may be related to activation of Src-family tyrosine kinases as well as Akt- and protein kinase C-dependent signal pathways.
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- Irina Y Lebedeva
- Center of Animal Biotechnology and Molecular Diagnostics, L.K. Ernst Institute of Animal Husbandry , Podolsk, Moscow Region, Russia
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- Center of Animal Biotechnology and Molecular Diagnostics, L.K. Ernst Institute of Animal Husbandry , Podolsk, Moscow Region, Russia
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- Center of Animal Biotechnology and Molecular Diagnostics, L.K. Ernst Institute of Animal Husbandry , Podolsk, Moscow Region, Russia
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- Center of Animal Biotechnology and Molecular Diagnostics, L.K. Ernst Institute of Animal Husbandry , Podolsk, Moscow Region, Russia
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- Center of Animal Biotechnology and Molecular Diagnostics, L.K. Ernst Institute of Animal Husbandry , Podolsk, Moscow Region, Russia
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Erbas O, Pala HG, Pala EE, Oltulu F, Aktug H, Yavasoglu A, Taskiran D. Ovarian failure in diabetic rat model: nuclear factor-kappaB, oxidative stress, and pentraxin-3. Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol 2015; 53:498-503. [PMID: 25510691 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjog.2013.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/05/2013] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of diabetes mellitus (DM) on ovarian reserve and injury by considering laboratory and histopathological parameters in rat models. MATERIALS AND METHODS An experimental DM model was created in 16 rats. Eight rats with normal blood glucose levels were included in the control group. Diabetic rats were divided randomly into two groups: nontreated and resveratrol-treated groups. Histopathological examination and nuclear factor (NF)-κB immunoexpression level determination were performed. Plasma malondialdehyde, glutathione, pentraxin-3, and anti-Müllerian hormone levels were measured. Relations between the variables were compared by Student t test, analysis of variance, and Mann-Whitney U and χ(2) tests. RESULTS We found statistically significantly lower glutathione and anti-Müllerian hormone levels, and higher malondialdehyde and pentraxin-3 levels in nontreated diabetic group when compared with the control and resveratrol-treated diabetic groups. Stromal degeneration, follicle degeneration, stromal fibrosis scores, and NF-κB immunoexpression levels were significantly higher in nontreated diabetic rats. Primordial and primary follicle counts were significantly lower in the nontreated diabetic group when compared with the control and resveratrol-treated groups. There was no statistically significant difference in secondary and tertiary follicles between these groups. CONCLUSION These findings provide strong evidence that the ovarian follicle pool in nontreated diabetic rats is affected in the early stages of the follicle development process. We precluded negative effects of DM on ovaries by inhibiting the NF-κB pathway with resveratrol. We thought that the NF-κB pathway plays a role in the pathophysiology of ovarian failure in diabetic rats. Further studies should evaluate this precise mechanism that leads to a decline in the anti-Müllerian hormone levels. In addition, the relationship between this abnormality and reproductive function in diabetic patients should be analyzed further.
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- Oytun Erbas
- Physiology Department, School of Medicine, Gaziosmanpasa University, Tokat, Turkey
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology-Perinatology Department, Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey.
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- Pathology Department, Izmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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- Histology and Embryology Department, School of Medicine, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Histology and Embryology Department, School of Medicine, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Histology and Embryology Department, School of Medicine, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Physiology Department, School of Medicine, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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Intasqui P, Antoniassi MP, Camargo M, Nichi M, Carvalho VM, Cardozo KHM, Zylbersztejn DS, Bertolla RP. Differences in the seminal plasma proteome are associated with oxidative stress levels in men with normal semen parameters. Fertil Steril 2015; 104:292-301. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.04.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2015] [Revised: 04/29/2015] [Accepted: 04/29/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Comparing antioxidant enzyme levels in follicular fluid in ICSI-treated patients. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015; 43:515-21. [DOI: 10.1016/j.gyobfe.2015.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2015] [Accepted: 05/28/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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da Silveira JC, Winger QA, Bouma GJ, Carnevale EM. Effects of age on follicular fluid exosomal microRNAs and granulosa cell transforming growth factor-β signalling during follicle development in the mare. Reprod Fertil Dev 2015; 27:897-905. [PMID: 25945781 DOI: 10.1071/rd14452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2014] [Accepted: 03/31/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Age-related decline in fertility is a consequence of low oocyte number and/or low oocyte competence resulting in pregnancy failure. Transforming growth factor (TGF)-β signalling is a well-studied pathway involved in follicular development and ovulation. Recently, small non-coding RNAs, namely microRNAs (miRNAs), have been demonstrated to regulate several members of this pathway; miRNAs are secreted inside small cell-secreted vesicles called exosomes. The overall goal of the present study was to determine whether altered exosome miRNA content in follicular fluid from old mares is associated with changes in TGF-β signalling in granulosa cells during follicle development. Follicular fluid was collected at deviation (n=6), mid-oestrus (n=6) and preovulation (n=6) for identification of exosomal miRNAs from young (3-12 years) and old (20-26 years) mares. Analysis of selected TGF-β signalling members revealed significantly increased levels of interleukin 6 (IL6) in granulosa cells from mid-oestrus compared with preovulatory follicles, and collagen alpha-2(I) chain (COL1A2) in granulosa cells from deviation compared with preovulatory follicles in young mares. In addition, granulosa cells from old mares had significantly altered levels of DNA-binding protein inhibitor ID-2 (ID2), signal transducer and activator of transcription 1 (STAT1) and cell division cycle 25A (CDC25A). Finally, changes in exosomal miRNA predicted to target selected TGF-β members were identified.
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- Juliano C da Silveira
- Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA
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- Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA
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- Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA
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- Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80521, USA
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Diamanti-Kandarakis E, Chatzigeorgiou A, Papageorgiou E, Koundouras D, Koutsilieris M. Advanced glycation end-products and insulin signaling in granulosa cells. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2015; 241:1438-45. [PMID: 25956684 DOI: 10.1177/1535370215584937] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2015] [Accepted: 04/06/2015] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) may interfere with insulin intracellular signaling and glucose transport in human granulosa cells, potentially affecting ovarian function, follicular growth, linked with diminished fertility. The potential interaction of AGEs with insulin signaling pathways and glucose transport was investigated in human granulosa KGN cells. KGN cells were cultured with variable concentrations of human glycated albumin (HGA, 50-200 µg/mL) or insulin (100 ng/mL). Combined treatments of KGN cells with insulin (100 ng/mL) and HGA (200 µg/mL) were also performed. p-AKT levels and glucose transporter type 4 (Glut-4) translocation analysis were performed by Western blot. Phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase (PI3K)-specific signaling was checked by using the PI3K-inhibitor, LY294002. p-AKT levels were significantly increased following insulin treatment compared to basal levels or HGA exposure. This insulin-mediated AKT-phosphorylation was PI3K-specific and it was inhibited after combined treatment of insulin and HGA. Furthermore, Glut-4 translocation from the cytoplasm to the membrane compartments of KGN cells was remarkably reduced after the combined treatment of insulin and HGA. The present findings support that AGEs interfere with insulin signaling in granulosa cells and prevent Glut-4 membrane translocation suggesting that intra ovarian AGEs accumulation, from endogenous or exogenous sources, may contribute to the pathophysiology of states characterized with anovulation and insulin resistance such as polycystic ovary syndrome.
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- Department of Experimental Physiology, University of Athens Medical School, Athens 11527, Greece Department of Clinical Pathobiochemistry, Dresden University of Technology, Dresden, 01307, Germany
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- Department of Experimental Physiology, University of Athens Medical School, Athens 11527, Greece
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- Endocrine Unit, Internal Medicine, University of Athens Medical School, Athens 11527, Greece
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- Department of Experimental Physiology, University of Athens Medical School, Athens 11527, Greece
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Sirtuin Functions in Female Fertility: Possible Role in Oxidative Stress and Aging. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2015; 2015:659687. [PMID: 26075037 PMCID: PMC4436464 DOI: 10.1155/2015/659687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 105] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2014] [Revised: 10/13/2014] [Accepted: 11/04/2014] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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In search for strategies aimed at preventing oxidative threat to female fertility, a possible role of sirtuins has emerged. Sirtuins (silent information regulator 2 (Sir2) proteins), NAD(+) dependent enzymes with deacetylase and/or mono-ADP-ribosyltransferase activity, are emerging as key antiaging molecules and regulators in many diseases. Recently, a crucial role for SIRT1 and SIRT3, the main components of sirtuin family, as sensors and guardians of the redox state in oocytes, granulosa cells, and early embryos has emerged. In this context, the aim of the present review is to summarize current knowledge from research papers on the role of sirtuins in female fertility with particular emphasis on the impairment of SIRT1 signalling with oocyte aging. On this basis, the authors wish to build up a framework to promote research on the possible role of sirtuins as targets for future strategies for female fertility preservation.
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INTRODUCTION Assisted reproduction techniques are the frequent treatment of infertility. Despite the advances in science and technology, the management of poor responder patients is still considered as one of the most urgent problems. The lack of unified definition makes the management of the poor responder patients very difficult. The aim of this review is to examine and compare the different studies done about the problem of poor responder patients. METHODS On an online research of MEDLINE/PUBMED, we found several studies on pharmacological treatment for poor responders' patients. RESULTS Our review shows that in the years numerous therapies for the management of these patients who do not respond to ovarian stimulation have been evaluated and studied, but the main problem is the large and still not well-defined meaning of poor responder women. CONCLUSION The management of the poor responder patients is very difficult. Currently, there is no any standard treatment for poor responder patients. Considering the importance of the problem, it is important to identify a diagnostic and therapeutic target. Our review shows that there are many studies with different therapeutic approaches which deserve further in-depth study to standardize diagnostic and therapeutic target.
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- V Giovanale
- Department of Gynecologic-Obstetrical Sciences and Urological Sciences, University of Rome Sapienza, Sant'Andrea Hospital , Rome , Italy
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Chan KA, Bernal AB, Vickers MH, Gohir W, Petrik JJ, Sloboda DM. Early life exposure to undernutrition induces ER stress, apoptosis, and reduced vascularization in ovaries of adult rat offspring. Biol Reprod 2015; 92:110. [PMID: 25810471 DOI: 10.1095/biolreprod.114.124149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2014] [Accepted: 03/16/2015] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Maternal nutritional restriction has been shown to induce impairments in a number of organ systems including the ovary. We have previously shown that maternal undernutrition induces fetal growth restriction and low birth weight, and results in an offspring ovarian phenotype characteristic of premature ovarian aging with reduced ovarian reserve. In the present study, we set out to investigate the underlying mechanisms that lead offspring of undernourished mothers to premature ovarian aging. Pregnant dams were randomized to 1) a standard diet throughout pregnancy and lactation (control), 2) a calorie-restricted (50% of control) diet during pregnancy, 3) a calorie-restricted (50% of control) diet during pregnancy and lactation, or 4) a calorie-restricted (50% of control) diet during lactation alone. The present study shows that early life undernutrition-induced reduction of adult ovarian follicles may be mediated by increased ovarian endoplasmic reticulum stress in a manner that increased follicular apoptosis but not autophagy. These changes were associated with a loss of ovarian vessel density and are consistent with an accelerated ovarian aging phenotype. Whether these changes are mediated specifically by a reduction in the local antioxidant environment is unclear, although our data suggest the possibility that ovarian melatonin may play a part in early life nutritional undernutrition and impaired offspring folliculogenesis.
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- Kaitlyn A Chan
- Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Liggins Institute and Gravida: National Centre for Growth and Development, University of Auckland, New Zealand
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- Liggins Institute and Gravida: National Centre for Growth and Development, University of Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Department of Pediatrics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Fair T. The contribution of the maternal immune system to the establishment of pregnancy in cattle. Front Immunol 2015; 6:7. [PMID: 25674085 PMCID: PMC4309202 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2015.00007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2014] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Immune cells play an integral role in affecting successful reproductive function. Indeed, disturbed or aberrant immune function has been identified as primary mechanisms behind infertility. In contrast to the extensive body of literature that exists for human and mouse, studies detailing the immunological interaction between the embryo and the maternal endometrium are quite few in cattle. Nevertheless, by reviewing the existing studies and extrapolating from sheep, pig, mouse, and human data, we can draw a reasonably comprehensive picture. Key contributions of immune cell populations include granulocyte involvement in follicle differentiation and gamete transfer, monocyte invasion of the peri-ovulatory follicle and their subsequent role in corpus luteum formation and the pivotal roles of maternal macrophage and dendritic cells in key steps of the establishment of pregnancy, particularly, the maternal immune response to the embryo. These contributions are reviewed in detail below and key findings are discussed.
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- Trudee Fair
- School of Agriculture and Food Sciences, University College Dublin , Dublin , Ireland
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Oocyte environment: follicular fluid and cumulus cells are critical for oocyte health. Fertil Steril 2014; 103:303-16. [PMID: 25497448 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2014.11.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 396] [Impact Index Per Article: 39.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2014] [Revised: 11/08/2014] [Accepted: 11/10/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Bidirectional somatic cell-oocyte signaling is essential to create a changing intrafollicular microenvironment that controls primordial follicle growth into a cohort of growing follicles, from which one antral follicle is selected to ovulate a healthy oocyte. Such intercellular communications allow the oocyte to determine its own fate by influencing the intrafollicular microenvironment, which in turn provides the necessary cellular functions for oocyte developmental competence, which is defined as the ability of the oocyte to complete meiosis and undergo fertilization, embryogenesis, and term development. These coordinated somatic cell-oocyte interactions attempt to balance cellular metabolism with energy requirements during folliculogenesis, including changing energy utilization during meiotic resumption. If these cellular mechanisms are perturbed by metabolic disease and/or maternal aging, molecular damage of the oocyte can alter macromolecules, induce mitochondrial mutations, and reduce adenosine triphosphate production, all of which can harm the oocyte. Recent technologies are now exploring transcriptional, translational, and post-translational events within the human follicle with the goal of identifying biomarkers that reliably predict oocyte quality in the clinical setting.
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