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Niu Z, Sha J, Zhu D, Meng C. Investigation and Characterization of the RAS/RAF/MEK/ERK Pathway and Other Signaling Pathways in Chronic Sinusitis with Nasal Polyps. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 2024:1-12. [PMID: 39353408 DOI: 10.1159/000541041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 08/19/2024] [Indexed: 10/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The clinical outcomes of drug treatments and surgical interventions for chronic sinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNPs) are suboptimal, and the high recurrence rate remains a significant challenge in clinical practice. Targeted therapies such as biologics provide new perspectives and directions for treating CRSwNP. SUMMARY With the continuous investigation of signaling pathways, RAS/RAF/MEK/ERK signaling pathway and other signaling pathways including Hippo, JAK-STAT, Wnt, TGF-β, PI3K, Notch, and NF-κB were confirmed to play an important role in the progression of CRSwNP. Among them, the abnormality of RAS/RAF/MEK/ERK signaling pathway is accompanied by the abnormality of this apoptotic component, which may provide new research directions for targeting the components of signaling pathways to mediate apoptosis. KEY MESSAGES Abnormalities in signaling pathways are particularly important in studying the pathogenesis and treatment of CRSwNP. Therefore, this review summarizes the ongoing investigation and characterization of RAS/RAF/MEK/ERK signaling pathway and other signaling pathways in CRSwNP, which provides constructive ideas and directions for improving the treatment of CRSwNP.
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- Zhipu Niu
- China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University (Norman Bethune Third School of Jilin University), Changchun, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University (Norman Bethune Third School of Jilin University), Changchun, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University (Norman Bethune Third School of Jilin University), Changchun, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University (Norman Bethune Third School of Jilin University), Changchun, China
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Shaji V, Dagamajalu S, Sanjeev D, George M, Kanekar S, Prasad G, Keshava Prasad TS, Raju R, Devasahayam Arokia Balaya R. Deciphering the Receptor-Mediated Signaling Pathways of Interleukin-19 and Interleukin-20. J Interferon Cytokine Res 2024; 44:388-398. [PMID: 38451706 DOI: 10.1089/jir.2024.0009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2024] Open
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- Vineetha Shaji
- Center for Systems Biology and Molecular Medicine, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Center for Systems Biology and Molecular Medicine, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Center for Integrative Omics Data Science, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Center for Integrative Omics Data Science, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Center for Integrative Omics Data Science, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, Yenepoya Medical College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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- Center for Systems Biology and Molecular Medicine, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
- Center for Integrative Omics Data Science, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, India
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Huang Y, Yan B, Meng C, Zhang L, Wang C. Matrix metalloproteinases in chronic rhinosinusitis. Expert Rev Clin Immunol 2024; 20:547-558. [PMID: 38251631 DOI: 10.1080/1744666x.2024.2302362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a group of enzymes that are essential in maintaining extracellular matrix (ECM) homeostasis, regulating inflammation and tissue remodeling. In chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), the overexpression of certain MMPs can contribute to chronic nasal tissue inflammation, ECM remodeling, and tissue repair. AREAS COVERED This review provides a comprehensive overview of the biological characteristics and functions of the MMP family, particularly focusing on the expression and activity of MMPs in patients with CRS, and delves into their role in the pathogenesis of CRS and their potential as therapeutic targets. EXPERT OPINION MMPs are important in tissue remodeling and have been implicated in the pathophysiology of CRS. Previous studies have shown that the expression of MMPs is upregulated in the nasal mucosa of patients with CRS and positively correlates with the severity of CRS. However, there is still a large gap in the research content of MMP in CRS, and the specific expression and pathogenic mechanism of MMP still need to be clarified. The significance and value of the ratio of MMP to tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinase (TIMP) in diseases still need to be demonstrated. Moreover, further studies are needed to assess the efficacy and safety of biologics that target MMPs in patients with CRS.
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- Yuqing Huang
- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Department of Allergy, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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Huang Z, Li X, Li Y, Huang W, Lai X, Wu H, Chen X, Zhang Y, Chang L, Zhang G. Interleukin-19 enhances eosinophil infiltration through upregulation of epithelium-derived RANTES expression via the ERK/NF-κB signalling pathway in patients with eosinophilic CRSwNP. Inflamm Res 2024:10.1007/s00011-024-01851-2. [PMID: 38393344 DOI: 10.1007/s00011-024-01851-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUD The recurrence rate of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) is positively correlated with eosinophil infiltration. Increased interleukin (IL)-19 and eosinophil chemokine RANTES levels have been reported in patients with CRSwNP. This study aimed to clarify the role of IL-19 in mediating RANTES expression and eosinophilic infiltration in eosinophilic CRSwNP (Eos CRSwNP). METHODS Nasal tissue samples were obtained from patients with CRSwNP and controls. The expression of IL-19, its receptors, ECP, and RANTES in tissues was investigated. Primary human nasal epithelial cells (HNECs) and nasal polyp tissue blocks were cultured, then stimulated by IL-19; ERK phosphorylation, NF-κB pathway activation, RANTES level, eosinophils migration and infiltration were detected using RT-qPCR, ELISA, western blotting, HE, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence staining, confocal microscopy, and transwell migration assay. RESULTS The expression of IL-19 and its receptors (IL-20R1/IL-20R2), eosinophil cationic protein, and RANTES in nasal tissues from patients with Eos CRSwNP was significantly increased compared to that in non-Eos CRSwNP and control subjects. IL-19 co-localized with RANTES in nasal tissues and significantly elevated RANTES expression in HNECs. IL-19-blocking antibody and siRNA knockdown of IL-20R1 ameliorated the effect of IL-19 on RANTES secretion in HNECs. Moreover, IL-19-induced RANTES upregulation was associated with the activation of the ERK and NF-κB pathways. NF-κB activation was mediated by the ERK pathway in IL-19-treated HNECs, and IL-19 enhanced eosinophil infiltration in nasal polyp tissue blocks. CONCLUSIONS Our findings indicate that IL-19 promotes RANTES expression via the ERK/NF-κB pathway in HNECs and is implicated in eosinophil infiltration in patients with Eos CRSwNP.
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- Zizhen Huang
- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.
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- Department of Otolaryngology‑Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.
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孟 琛, 闫 冰, 黄 雨, 王 成, 张 罗. [Differential expression of NEDD8 in different pathological types of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps]. LIN CHUANG ER BI YAN HOU TOU JING WAI KE ZA ZHI = JOURNAL OF CLINICAL OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY, HEAD, AND NECK SURGERY 2023; 37:897-901. [PMID: 37905484 PMCID: PMC10985667 DOI: 10.13201/j.issn.2096-7993.2023.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023]
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Objective:To analyze the differential expression of neural precursor cell-expressed developmentally downregulated 8(NEDD8) protein in nasal polyp tissues of patients with different pathological types of chronic rhinorhinosinusitis with nasal polyps(CRSwNP). Methods:All specimens were obtained from the specimen library of Beijing Tongren Hospital, and were all patients who underwent nasal endoscopic surgery for chronic rhinosinusitis in Beijing Tongren Hospital. Hematoxylin-eosin staining(HE) was used to detect the number of eosinophils in nasal polyps, and CRSwNP patients were grouped according to the number of eosinophils in nasal polyps, immunohistochemistry was used to detect and analyze the expression level of NEDD8 protein in nasal polyps. Results:The expression level of NEDD8 protein in nasal polyps of patients with eosinophilic chronic rhinorhinosinusitis with nasal polyps was significantly higher than that of patients with non-eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyps(P<0.05). In addition, there was a significant positive correlation between the expression level of NEDD8 protein and the number of eosinophils in nasal polyp tissue(r=0.79, P=0.02). Conclusion:There are differences in the expression of NEDD8 protein in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyps of different pathological types.
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- 琛 孟
- 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院耳鼻咽喉头颈外科,耳鼻咽喉头颈科学教育部重点实验室(首都医科大学)(北京,100730)Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
- 北京市耳鼻咽喉科研究所,教育部工程中心,鼻病研究北京市重点实验室Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University
- 中国医学科学院,慢性鼻病创新单元Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
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- 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院耳鼻咽喉头颈外科,耳鼻咽喉头颈科学教育部重点实验室(首都医科大学)(北京,100730)Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
- 北京市耳鼻咽喉科研究所,教育部工程中心,鼻病研究北京市重点实验室Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University
- 中国医学科学院,慢性鼻病创新单元Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
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- 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院耳鼻咽喉头颈外科,耳鼻咽喉头颈科学教育部重点实验室(首都医科大学)(北京,100730)Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
- 北京市耳鼻咽喉科研究所,教育部工程中心,鼻病研究北京市重点实验室Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University
- 中国医学科学院,慢性鼻病创新单元Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
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- 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院耳鼻咽喉头颈外科,耳鼻咽喉头颈科学教育部重点实验室(首都医科大学)(北京,100730)Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
- 北京市耳鼻咽喉科研究所,教育部工程中心,鼻病研究北京市重点实验室Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University
- 中国医学科学院,慢性鼻病创新单元Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
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- 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院耳鼻咽喉头颈外科,耳鼻咽喉头颈科学教育部重点实验室(首都医科大学)(北京,100730)Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
- 北京市耳鼻咽喉科研究所,教育部工程中心,鼻病研究北京市重点实验室Beijing Institute of Otolaryngology, Beijing Laboratory of Allergic Diseases, Beijing Key Laboratory of Nasal Diseases, Key Laboratory of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Ministry of Education, Capital Medical University
- 中国医学科学院,慢性鼻病创新单元Research Unit of Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Nasal Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
- 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院变态反应科Department of Allergy, Beijing TongRen Hospital, Capital Medical University
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Gong X, Han Z, Fan H, Wu Y, He Y, Fu Y, Zhu T, Li H. The interplay of inflammation and remodeling in the pathogenesis of chronic rhinosinusitis: current understanding and future directions. Front Immunol 2023; 14:1238673. [PMID: 37771597 PMCID: PMC10523020 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1238673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023] Open
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Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), a common clinical condition characterized by persistent mucosal inflammation and tissue remodeling, has a complex pathogenesis that is intricately linked to innate and adaptive immunity. A number of studies have demonstrated that a variety of immune cells and cytokines that play a vital role in mediating inflammation in CRS are also involved in remodeling of the nasal mucosa and the cells as well as different cytokines involved in remodeling in CRS are also able to exert some influence on inflammation, even though the exact relationship between inflammation and remodeling in CRS has not yet been fully elucidated. In this review, the potential role of immune cells and cytokines in regulating inflammation and remodeling of CRS mucosa has been described, starting with the immune cells and cytokines that act together in inflammation and remodeling. The goal is to aid researchers in understanding intimate connection between inflammation and remodeling of CRS and to offer novel ideas for future research.
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- Xinru Gong
- Health and Rehabilitation College, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Health and Rehabilitation College, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Health and Rehabilitation College, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Health and Rehabilitation College, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Health and Rehabilitation College, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, Chengdu, China
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- Health and Rehabilitation College, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, Chengdu, China
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Chang L, Wu H, Huang W, Li Y, Chen Y, Li X, Yao Z, Chen X, Lai X, Zheng R, Huang Z, Wu X, Zhang G. IL-21 induces pyroptosis of Treg cells via Akt-mTOR-NLRP3-caspase 1 axis in eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2023; 152:641-655.e14. [PMID: 37164271 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2023.04.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2022] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Regulatory T (Treg) cells, which prevent inflammation-induced eosinophil infiltration, are deficient in nasal polyps (NPs) in patients with eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis (ECRS). It is concomitant with loss of Foxp3 after certain inflammatory stimuli. OBJECTIVE We sought to determine the inflammatory cytokines involved in inducing the loss of Treg cells in NPs. METHODS The abundance of cytokines in ECRS patients or mice were tested using ELISA, immunochemistry, immunofluorescence, quantitative reverse transcription PCR (qPCR), and/or flow cytometry. Expression of eosinophil cationic protein (ECP), CD4+ T cells, IL-4, and IL-17A and eosinophils in nasal mucosa of mouse model was investigated by immunochemistry, immunofluorescence, and hematoxylin and eosin staining. The percentage and death of induced Treg (iTreg) cells, source of IL-21 in NPs from ECRS and non-ECRS patients, and abundance of different systemic phenotypes of CD4+ T cells in a mouse model were studied by flow cytometry. Western blot analysis, scanning, and transmission electronic microscopy were used to detect pyroptosis of iTreg cells. RESULTS IL-21 was highly expressed in nasal mucosa of ECRS patients and mice, causing pyroptosis and preventing development of iTreg cells in vitro. The elevated IL-21 in NPs from ECRS patients was mainly produced by CD3+ T cells, including T follicular helper, T peripheral helper, TH2, and TH17 cells and CD3+CD4- T cells. T peripheral helper cells and CD3+CD4- T cells were the predominant source of IL-21 in NPs from non-ECRS patients. Blocking IL-21/IL-21R signaling significantly reduced the number of eosinophils and CD4+ T cells along with ECP, IL-4, and IL-17A expression in the nasal mucosa of ECRS mice. It also increased Treg cell percentage and systemically decreased TH2 and TH17 ratios. Akt-mTOR inhibition prevented IL-21-induced pyroptosis in human and mouse iTreg cells. CONCLUSION Elevated IL-21 drives pyroptosis and prevents Treg cell development in ECRS patients. IL-21 induced pyroptosis via activating Akt-mTOR-NLRP3-caspase 1 signaling.
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- Lihong Chang
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China; Department of Clinical Immunology, the Third Hospital at Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
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Bao H, Li X, Lai X, Chen X, Li Y, Yao Z, Huang Z, Huang J, Chang L, Zhang G. Interleukin-19 upregulates fibronectin and collagen I expression via the NF-κB-Smad2/3 pathway in fibroblasts of patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. Inflamm Res 2023; 72:43-55. [PMID: 36316415 DOI: 10.1007/s00011-022-01634-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Tissue remodeling is a prominent characteristic of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). Excess deposition of fibronectin (FN) and collagen (Col) I by fibroblasts is crucial for the pathologic tissue remodeling in CRS without nasal polyps (CRSsNP). Increased interleukin (IL)-19 level in patients with CRS had been demonstrated in our previous studies. Here, we aimed to evaluate the role of IL-19 in mediating FN and Col I expression in CRS. METHODS Nasal mucosal tissue samples were collected from patients with CRS with nasal polyps (CRSwNP), CRSsNP, and controls. The expression of IL-19, vimentin, FN, and Col I were detected using immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence. Primary human nasal fibroblasts were treated with IL-19, then the activation of Smad2/3, NF-κB and relevant pathways, and the expression of FN and Col I were measured. RESULTS Expression levels of vimentin, FN, and Col I were significantly increased in nasal tissues from patients with CRSsNP compared with CRSwNP and control subjects. Moreover, IL-19 co-localized with FN and Col Ι in nasal tissues. IL-19-treated fibroblasts had increased production of FN and Col I, which was associated with the activated Smad2/3 and NF-κB pathways. Moreover, Smad2/3 activation was mediated by the NF-κB pathway in IL-19-treated fibroblasts. CONCLUSIONS IL-19 promotes FN and Col I production via the activated NF-κB-Smad2/3 pathway in fibroblasts, leading to fibrosis and collagen deposition in patients with CRS.
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- Hongwei Bao
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.
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Roles of Exosomes in Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Systematic Review. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms231911284. [PMID: 36232588 PMCID: PMC9570170 DOI: 10.3390/ijms231911284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2022] [Revised: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
The pathophysiology of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is multifactorial and not entirely clear. The objective of the review was to examine the current state of knowledge concerning the role of exosomes in CRS. For this systematic review, we searched PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, CENTRAL, and Web of Science databases for studies published until 7 August 2022. Only original research articles describing studies published in English were included. Reviews, book chapters, case studies, conference papers, and opinions were excluded. The quality of the evidence was assessed with the modified Office and Health Assessment and Translation (OHAT) Risk of Bias Rating Tool for Human and Animal Studies. Of 250 records identified, 17 were eligible, all of which had a low to moderate risk of overall bias. Presented findings indicate that exosomal biomarkers, including proteins and microRNA, act as promising biomarkers in the diagnostics and prognosis of CRS patients and, in addition, may contribute to finding novel therapeutic targets. Exosomes reflecting tissue proteomes are excellent, highly available material for studying proteomic alterations noninvasively. The first steps have already been taken, but more advanced research on nasal exosomes is needed, which might open a wider door for individualized medicine in CRS.
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Xue MT, Sheng WJ, Song X, Shi YJ, Geng ZJ, Shen L, Wang R, Lü HZ, Hu JG. Atractylenolide III ameliorates spinal cord injury in rats by modulating microglial/macrophage polarization. CNS Neurosci Ther 2022; 28:1059-1071. [PMID: 35403332 PMCID: PMC9160450 DOI: 10.1111/cns.13839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
Abstract
Background Inflammatory reactions induced by spinal cord injury (SCI) are essential for recovery after SCI. Atractylenolide III (ATL‐III) is a natural monomeric herbal bioactive compound that is mainly derived in Atractylodes macrocephala Koidz and has anti‐inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. Objective Here, we speculated that ATL‐III may ameliorate SCI by modulating microglial/macrophage polarization. In the present research, we focused on investigating the role of ATL‐III on SCI in rats and explored the potential mechanism. Methods The protective and anti‐inflammatory effects of ATL‐III on neuronal cells were examined in a rat SCI model and lipopolysaccharide (LPS)‐stimulated BV2 microglial line. The spinal cord lesion area, myelin integrity, and surviving neurons were assessed by specific staining. Locomotor function was evaluated by the Basso, Beattie, and Bresnahan (BBB) scale, grid walk test, and footprint test. The activation and polarization of microglia/macrophages were assessed by immunohistofluorescence and flow cytometry. The expression of corresponding inflammatory factors from M1/M2 and the activation of relevant signaling pathways were assessed by Western blotting. Results ATL‐III effectively improved histological and functional recovery in SCI rats. Furthermore, ATL‐III promoted the transformation of M1 into M2 and attenuated the activation of microglia/macrophages, further suppressing the expression of corresponding inflammatory mediators. This effect may be partly mediated by inhibition of neuroinflammation through the NF‐κB, JNK MAPK, p38 MAPK, and Akt pathways. Conclusion This study reveals a novel effect of ATL‐III in the regulation of microglial/macrophage polarization and provides initial evidence that ATL‐III has potential therapeutic benefits in SCI rats.
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Affiliation(s)
- Meng-Tong Xue
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China.,Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China.,Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China.,Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China.,Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China.,Department of Immunology, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The First Affiliated Hospital of Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China.,Anhui Key Laboratory of Tissue Transplantation, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, P.R. China
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Li Y, Chang LH, Huang WQ, Bao HW, Li X, Chen XH, Wu HT, Yao ZZ, Huang ZZ, Weinberg SE, Fang DY, Zhang YN, Zhang GH. IL-17A Mediates Pyroptosis via ERK Pathway and Contributes to Steroid Resistance in CRSwNP. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2022; 150:337-351. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2022.02.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2021] [Revised: 02/12/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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