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Kalinina AA, Tilova LR, Kazansky DB, Khromykh LM. Immunoregulatory cyclophilin a improves low-dose chemotherapy with a modulation of the immune tumor microenvironment in experimental models of melanoma B16 and lymphoma EL4 in vivo. Cancer Chemother Pharmacol 2024:10.1007/s00280-024-04691-3. [PMID: 38913118 DOI: 10.1007/s00280-024-04691-3] [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: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024]
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PURPOSE Different regimens of low-dose chemotherapy (LDC) are currently being actively developed and introduced into clinical practice. Along with its obvious advantages compared to conventional chemotherapy (low toxicity, prevention of drug resistance), LDC could also stimulate anti-tumor immune responses in a patient by activating effectors of innate and adaptive immunity and diminishing tumor-associated immunosuppression. As non-myeloablative, LDC could be successfully combined with different anti-cancer immunotherapeutic strategies, including immunoregulatory cytokines. Secreted cyclophilin A (CypA) is of particular interest in this respect. Previously, we showed that recombinant human CypA (rhCypA) had pleiotropic immunostimulatory activity and anti-tumor effects. Thus, rhCypA could be potentially proposed as a perspective component of combined therapy with LDC. METHODS In this work, we evaluated the anti-tumor effects of rhCypA combined with low doses of cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, dacarbazine, and paclitaxel in the experimental mouse tumor models of melanoma B16 and lymphoma EL4 in vivo. RESULTS Synergic and potentiating effects of rhCypA combined with LDC were shown in these studies. Furthermore, as a monotherapeutic agent and a component of combined chemoimmunotherapy, rhCypA was shown to modulate the immune tumor microenvironment by enhancing tumor infiltration with macrophages, NK cells, and T cells. It was also found that rhCypA stimulated both systemic and local anti-tumor immune responses. CONCLUSION RhCypA could be potentially proposed as a perspective component of the combined cancer chemoimmunotherapy.
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- Anastasiia A Kalinina
- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, 24, Kashirskoe sh, Moscow, 115478, Russia.
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- Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H.M. Berbekov, 173, Chernyshevsky st, Nalchik, 360004, Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, 24, Kashirskoe sh, Moscow, 115478, Russia
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- N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, 24, Kashirskoe sh, Moscow, 115478, Russia
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Stergiopoulos GM, Concilio SC, Galanis E. An Update on the Clinical Status, Challenges, and Future Directions of Oncolytic Virotherapy for Malignant Gliomas. Curr Treat Options Oncol 2024:10.1007/s11864-024-01211-6. [PMID: 38896326 DOI: 10.1007/s11864-024-01211-6] [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] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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OPINION STATEMENT Malignant gliomas are common central nervous system tumors that pose a significant clinical challenge due to the lack of effective treatments. Glioblastoma (GBM), a grade 4 malignant glioma, is the most prevalent primary malignant brain tumor and is associated with poor prognosis. Current clinical trials are exploring various strategies to combat GBM, with oncolytic viruses (OVs) appearing particularly promising. In addition to ongoing and recently completed clinical trials, one OV (Teserpaturev, Delytact®) received provisional approval for GBM treatment in Japan. OVs are designed to selectively target and eliminate cancer cells while promoting changes in the tumor microenvironment that can trigger and support long-lasting anti-tumor immunity. OVs offer the potential to remodel the tumor microenvironment and reverse systemic immune exhaustion. Additionally, an increasing number of OVs are armed with immunomodulatory payloads or combined with immunotherapy approaches in an effort to promote anti-tumor responses in a tumor-targeted manner. Recently completed oncolytic virotherapy trials can guide the way for future treatment individualization through patient preselection, enhancing the likelihood of achieving the highest possible clinical success. These trials also offer valuable insight into the numerous challenges inherent in malignant glioma treatment, some of which OVs can help overcome.
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
- Department of Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
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Zhao Y, Wang S, Lv S, Liu X, Li W, Song Y, Rong D, Zheng P, Huang H, Zheng H. Combined oral low-dose cyclophosphamide endocrine therapy may improve clinical response among patients with metastatic breast cancer via Tregs in TLSs. Sci Rep 2024; 14:13432. [PMID: 38862586 PMCID: PMC11166640 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-64042-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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Despite limited research on refractory and/or endocrine therapy failure in elderly metastatic breast cancer (MBC) patients, a prior study showed that low-dose oral cyclophosphamide (CY) can improve the overall survival rate of MBC patients, possibly through the immunoregulation of regulatory T cells (Tregs). We preliminarily investigated the combination of endocrine therapy (ET) with oral low-dose CY as salvage therapy in elderly patients via peripheral blood regulatory T-cell analyses. In addition, we evaluated the associations of tumor tertiary lymphoid structures (TLSs) with therapeutic outcomes. HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer patients who received low-dose CY combined with ET or ET only from April 2015 to August 2021 were enrolled in this retrospective study. The primary outcome was the clinical control rate (CCR), and the secondary outcome was progression-free survival (PFS). Circulating T lymphocyte subpopulations represented by Tregs were monitored during treatment by flow cytometry methods. TLSs wereconfirmed by hematoxylin-eosin staining of pretreatment specimens, and CD3, CD4, and Foxp3 were detected using Opal multicolor immunofluorescence. A total of 85 patients who received CY + ET and 50 patients who received ET only were enrolled, the percentage of patients who received CCR was 73% (62/85) vs. 70% (45/50), and the objective response rate (ORR) was 28% (24/85) vs. 24% (12/50). No deaths occurred during the study period. The mean PFS time was 13 vs. 11 months (P = 0.03). In the CY + ET group, decreases in CD4+/CD25+/Foxp3+ T cells (P < 0.001) were favorable for both clinical control and prolonged PFS (P < 0.001). Compared with patients without TLSs, those with TLSs were more likely to have better clinical control and PFS (mean time = 6 months), and a greater number of Treg cells during TLS pretreatment correlated with longer PFS (P = 0.043). Oral low-dose CY combined with standard ET exerts immunological effects by decreasing Treg levels to achieve improved clinical responses. Moreover, patients with TLSs might benefit more from such therapy than those without TLSs, and a high Treg cell count in TLSs before treatment predicts better therapeutic efficacy.
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- Yuze Zhao
- Department of Medical Oncology, Capital Medical University Cancer Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 10 Tieyi Rd, Beijing, 100038, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Capital Medical University Cancer Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 10 Tieyi Rd, Beijing, 100038, China
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- Breast Department, Capital Medical University Cancer Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100038, China
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- Department of Pathology, First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, 030001, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Shanxi Medical University Fenyang College, Fenyang, 032200, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Capital Medical University Cancer Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 10 Tieyi Rd, Beijing, 100038, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, 030001, China
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- Department of Pathology, First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, 030001, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Capital Medical University Cancer Center, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, 10 Tieyi Rd, Beijing, 100038, China.
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- Department of Pathology, First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, 030001, China.
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Qin X, Ning W, Liu H, Liu X, Luo W, Xia N. Stepping forward: T-cell redirecting bispecific antibodies in cancer therapy. Acta Pharm Sin B 2024; 14:2361-2377. [PMID: 38828136 PMCID: PMC11143529 DOI: 10.1016/j.apsb.2024.03.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2023] [Revised: 12/26/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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T cell-redirecting bispecific antibodies are specifically designed to bind to tumor-associated antigens, thereby engaging with CD3 on the T cell receptor. This linkage between tumor cells and T cells actively triggers T cell activation and initiates targeted killing of the identified tumor cells. These antibodies have emerged as one of the most promising avenues within tumor immunotherapy. However, despite success in treating hematological malignancies, significant advancements in solid tumors have yet to be explored. In this review, we aim to address the critical challenges associated with T cell-redirecting bispecific antibodies and explore novel strategies to overcome these obstacles, with the ultimate goal of expanding the application of this therapy to include solid tumors.
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- Xiaojing Qin
- State Key Laboratory of Vaccines for Infectious Diseases, Xiang An Biomedicine Laboratory, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
- National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Innovation Platform for Industry–Education Integration in Vaccine Research, the Research Unit of Frontier Technology of Structural Vaccinology of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Vaccines for Infectious Diseases, Xiang An Biomedicine Laboratory, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
- National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Innovation Platform for Industry–Education Integration in Vaccine Research, the Research Unit of Frontier Technology of Structural Vaccinology of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Vaccines for Infectious Diseases, Xiang An Biomedicine Laboratory, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
- National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Innovation Platform for Industry–Education Integration in Vaccine Research, the Research Unit of Frontier Technology of Structural Vaccinology of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Vaccines for Infectious Diseases, Xiang An Biomedicine Laboratory, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
- National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Innovation Platform for Industry–Education Integration in Vaccine Research, the Research Unit of Frontier Technology of Structural Vaccinology of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Vaccines for Infectious Diseases, Xiang An Biomedicine Laboratory, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
- National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Innovation Platform for Industry–Education Integration in Vaccine Research, the Research Unit of Frontier Technology of Structural Vaccinology of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Vaccines for Infectious Diseases, Xiang An Biomedicine Laboratory, School of Public Health, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
- National Institute of Diagnostics and Vaccine Development in Infectious Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Vaccinology and Molecular Diagnostics, National Innovation Platform for Industry–Education Integration in Vaccine Research, the Research Unit of Frontier Technology of Structural Vaccinology of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361102, China
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Sahu SR, Dutta A, Peroumal D, Kumari P, Utakalaja BG, Patel SK, Acharya N. Immunogenicity and efficacy of CNA25 as a potential whole-cell vaccine against systemic candidiasis. EMBO Mol Med 2024; 16:1254-1283. [PMID: 38783167 PMCID: PMC11178797 DOI: 10.1038/s44321-024-00080-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Disseminated fungal infections account for ~1.5 million deaths per year worldwide, and mortality may increase further due to a rise in the number of immunocompromised individuals and drug-resistance fungal species. Since an approved antifungal vaccine is yet to be available, this study explored the immunogenicity and vaccine efficacy of a DNA polymerase mutant strain of Candida albicans. CNA25 is a pol32ΔΔ strain that exhibits growth defects and does not cause systemic candidiasis in mice. Immunized mice with live CNA25 were fully protected against C. albicans and C. parapsilosis but partially against C. tropicalis and C. glabrata infections. CNA25 induced steady expression of TLR2 and Dectin-1 receptors leading to a faster recognition and clearance by the immune system associated with the activation of protective immune responses mostly mediated by neutrophils, macrophages, NK cells, B cells, and CD4+ and CD8+ T cells. Molecular blockade of Dectin-1, IL-17, IFNγ, and TNFα abolished resistance to reinfection. Altogether, this study suggested that CNA25 collectively activates innate, adaptive, and trained immunity to be a promising live whole-cell vaccine against systemic candidiasis.
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- Satya Ranjan Sahu
- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India
- Regional Center for Biotechnology, Faridabad, Haryana, 751021, India
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- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India
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- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India
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- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India
- Regional Center for Biotechnology, Faridabad, Haryana, 751021, India
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- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India
- Regional Center for Biotechnology, Faridabad, Haryana, 751021, India
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- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India
- Regional Center for Biotechnology, Faridabad, Haryana, 751021, India
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- Department of Infectious Disease Biology, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, 751023, India.
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Kim CG, Choi JH, Ku SK, Song CH. Immunostimulatory Effects of Korean Mineral-Rich Seawaters on Cyclophosphamide-Induced Immunosuppression in Mice. Mar Drugs 2024; 22:234. [PMID: 38921545 PMCID: PMC11204486 DOI: 10.3390/md22060234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Revised: 05/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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Deep seawater (DS), obtained from a depth over 200 m, has health benefits due to its rich nutrients and minerals, and intake of DS has shown diverse immunomodulatory effects in allergies and cancer. Therefore, the immunostimulatory effects of Korean mineral-rich seawaters were examined in a cyclophosphamide (CPA)-induced immunosuppression model. Three samples of Korean seawater, namely DS from the East Sea off the coasts of Pohang (PDS) and Uljin (UDS), and seawater from the West Sea off the coast of Boryeong (BS), were collected. The seawaters were abundant in several minerals (calcium, iron, zinc, selenium, etc.). Mice were orally administered the seawaters for 42 days, followed by CPA-induced immunosuppression. The CPA induction reduced the weight of the spleen and lymph nodes; however, the administration of seawaters increased the weight of the lymphoid organs, accompanied by stimulation of natural killer cells' activity and NF-kB-mediated cytokine production (IFNγ, TNFα, IL1β, IL6, and IL12). The mouse-derived splenocytes showed lymphoproliferation without cytotoxicity in the seawater groups. Histopathological analysis revealed that the seawaters improved the CPA-induced atrophic changes by promoting lymphoproliferation in the spleen and lymph nodes. These results provide useful information for the use of Korean mineral-rich seawaters, particularly PDS and UDS, as alternative immunostimulants under immunosuppressive conditions.
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- Choong-Gon Kim
- Marine Ecosystem Research Center, Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology, Busan 49111, Republic of Korea; (C.-G.K.); (J.H.C.)
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- Marine Ecosystem Research Center, Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology, Busan 49111, Republic of Korea; (C.-G.K.); (J.H.C.)
- Ocean Science and Technology School, Korea Maritime and Ocean University, Busan 49112, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 38610, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Anatomy and Histology, College of Korean Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 38610, Republic of Korea
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Kara O. Protective effect of coenzyme Q10 in cyclophosphamide-induced kidney damage in rats. REVISTA DA ASSOCIACAO MEDICA BRASILEIRA (1992) 2024; 70:e20230990. [PMID: 38716935 PMCID: PMC11068380 DOI: 10.1590/1806-9282.20230990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2024]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to investigate the effect of coenzyme q10 on cyclophosphamide-induced kidney damage in rats. METHODS A total of 30 female Wistar-Albino rats were utilized to form three groups. In group 1 (control group) (n=10), no drugs were given. In group 2 (cyclophosphamide group) (n=10), 30 mg/kg intraperitoneal cyclophosphamide was administered for 7 days. In group 3 (cyclophosphamide+coenzyme q10 group) (n=10), 30 mg/kg cyclophosphamide and 10 mg/kg coenzyme q10 were given for 7 days via intraperitoneal route. Right kidneys were removed in all groups. Blood malondialdehyde levels and activities of catalase and superoxide dismutase were measured. Histopathological damage was evaluated by examining the slides prepared from kidney tissue using a light microscope. RESULTS Tissue damage was significantly higher in the cyclophosphamide group than in the cyclophosphamide+coenzyme q10 group (p<0.05). The malondialdehyde levels were significantly higher and the activities of superoxide dismutase and catalase were lower in the cyclophosphamide group than in the cyclophosphamide+coenzyme q10 group (p<0.05). CONCLUSION Coenzyme q10 may be a good option to prevent cyclophosphamide-induced kidney damage.
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- Ozlem Kara
- Kirsehir Ahi Evran University, School of Medicine, Department of Histology and Embryology – Kırşehir, Turkey
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Ali M, Manjula SN, Mohiuddin I, Mruthunjaya K, Shakeel F, Mir SA, Wani SUD. Noni enhances the anticancer activity of cyclophosphamide and suppresses myelotoxicity and hepatotoxicity in tumor-bearing mice. J Cancer Res Clin Oncol 2024; 150:212. [PMID: 38662247 PMCID: PMC11045611 DOI: 10.1007/s00432-024-05734-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 03/31/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Morinda citrifolia fruit juice (noni) is an herbal remedy documented to have antioxidant properties. It has been suggested that prevention of carcinogen-DNA adduct formation and the antioxidant activity of NJ may contribute to the cancer preventive effect. In the present study, the antitumor activity of noni was investigated in the presence of cyclophosphamide (CYL) in vitro and in vivo. METHODS In vitro breast cancer cells (MDA-MB-468) were used to measure the percentage of inhibition and the IC50. The in vivo antitumor activity of noni was studied by monitoring the mean survival time (MST), percentage increase in life span (%ILS), viable and non-viable cell count, tumor volume, body weight, and hematological and serum biochemical parameters in mice. Treatment with noni and CYL exhibited dose- and time-dependent cytotoxicity toward breast cancer cells. RESULTS Individual treatment of noni and CYL exhibited dose- and time-dependent cytotoxicity on breast cancer cell lines, while in combination therapy of noni and CYL, noni enhances cytotoxic effect of CYL at 48 h than that at 24 h. Similar result was found in in vivo studies, the results of which revealed that alone treatment of CYL and noni suppressed tumor growth. However, combination treatment with CYL and noni presented better tumor inhibition than that of alone treatment of CYL and noni. On the contrary, CYL alone drastically attenuated hematological parameters, i.e., RBC, WBC, and Hb compared to normal and control groups, and this change was reversed and normalized by noni when given as combination therapy with CYL. Moreover, the levels of serum biochemical markers, i.e., AST, ALP, and ALT, were significantly increased in the control and CYL-treated groups than those in the normal group. In the combination treatment of noni and CYL, the above biochemical marker levels significantly decreased compared to CYL alone-treated group. CONCLUSIONS The present study suggested that CYL treatment can cause serious myelotoxicity and hepatic injury in cancer patients. In conclusion, the combined use of noni with CYL potentially enhances the antitumor activity of CYL and suppresses myelotoxicity and hepatotoxicity induced by CYL in tumor-bearing mice.
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- Mohammad Ali
- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, 570015, India.
- Department of Pharmacology, Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Pharmacy, Sri Adichunchanagiri University, B.G Nagar, Bellur, Karnataka, 571418, India.
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- Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, 570015, India
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- Department of Zoology, Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, 608 002, India
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, 570015, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, 11451, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Applied Science and Technology, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Applied Science and Technology, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, India.
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Tang P, Ren G, Zou H, Liu S, Zhang J, Ai Z, Hu Y, Cui L, Nan B, Zhang Z, Wang Y. Ameliorative effect of total ginsenosides from heat-treated fresh ginseng against cyclophosphamide-induced liver injury in mice. Curr Res Food Sci 2024; 8:100734. [PMID: 38708102 PMCID: PMC11066594 DOI: 10.1016/j.crfs.2024.100734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024] Open
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This study evaluated the effect of heat treatment on the conversion of ginsenoside and the ameliorative effect of heat-treated total ginsenoside (HG) from fresh ginseng on cyclophosphamide (CTX)-induced liver injury. LC-MS analysis revealed that the content of rare ginsenosides increased markedly after heat treatment. HG significantly attenuated CTX-induced hepatic histopathological injury in mice. Western blotting analysis showed that untreated total ginsenoside (UG) and HG regulated the Nrf2/HO-1 and TLR4/MAPK pathways. Importantly, these results may be relevant to the modulation of the intestinal flora. UG and HG significantly increased the short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs)-producing bacteria Lactobacillus and reduced the LPS-producing bacteria Bacteroides and Parabacteroides. These changes in intestinal flora affected the levels of TNF-α, LPS and SCFAs. In short, UG and HG alleviated CTX-induced liver injury by regulating the intestinal flora and the LPS-TLR4-MAPK pathway, and HG was more effective. HG has the potential to be a functional food that can alleviate chemical liver injury.
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- Ping Tang
- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- International Football Education School, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- International Football Education School, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
- Jilin Province Innovation Center for Food Biological Manufacture, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun, China
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Yue Y, Yang HJ, Zhang T, Li C, Kim MJ, Kim KN, Park S. Porcine Brain Enzyme Hydrolysate Enhances Immune Function and Antioxidant Defense via Modulation of Gut Microbiota in a Cyclophosphamide-Induced Immunodeficiency Model. Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:476. [PMID: 38671923 PMCID: PMC11047735 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13040476] [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: 03/08/2024] [Revised: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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This study examined how consuming porcine brain enzyme hydrolysate (PBEH) affects the immune function and composition of the gut microbiota in an immunodeficient animal model. Male Wistar rats aged 6 weeks were fed casein (control), 100 mg/kg body weight (BW), red ginseng extract (positive-control), and 6, 13, and 26 mg PBEH per kg BW (PBEH-L, PBEH-M, and PBEH-H, respectively) daily for 4 weeks. At 30 min after consuming assigned compounds, they were orally administered cyclophosphamide (CTX; 5 mg/kg BW), an immunosuppressive agent, to suppress the immune system by inhibiting the proliferation of lymphocytes. The normal-control rats were fed casein and water instead of CTX. Natural killer cell activity and splenocyte proliferation induced by 1 μg/mL lipopolysaccharide were lower in the control group than the normal-control group, and they significantly increased with PBEH consumption, particularly at high doses. The PBEH consumption increased dose-dependently in the Th1/Th2 ratio compared to the control. The lipid peroxide contents were lower in the PBEH group than in the control group. Moreover, PBEH m and PBEH-H consumption mitigated white pulp cell damage, reduced red pulp congestion, and increased spleen mast cells in the histological analysis. Intestinal microbiota composition demonstrated differences between the groups at the genus levels, with Akkermansia being more abundant in the control group than the normal-control group and the PBEH-H group showing a decrease. However, Bifidobacterium decreased in the control group but increased in the PBEH-H group. The β-diversity revealed distinct microbial communities of PBEH and positive-control groups compared to the control group (p < 0.05). The metagenome predictions revealed that PBEH-H influenced amino acid metabolism, antioxidant defense, insulin sensitivity, and longevity pathways. In conclusion, PBEH-H intake boosted immune responses and reduced lipid peroxides by modulating gut microbiota composition. These findings suggest that PBEH-H has the potential as a dietary supplement for improving immune function and gut health in individuals with immunodeficiency.
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- Yu Yue
- Department of Food and Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Research Center, Hoseo University, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea; (Y.Y.); (T.Z.); (C.L.)
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- Food Functionality Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea; (H.J.Y.); (M.J.K.)
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Research Center, Hoseo University, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea; (Y.Y.); (T.Z.); (C.L.)
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Research Center, Hoseo University, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea; (Y.Y.); (T.Z.); (C.L.)
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- Food Functionality Research Division, Korea Food Research Institute, Wanju 55365, Republic of Korea; (H.J.Y.); (M.J.K.)
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- Department of R&D, UNIMED PHARM Inc., Seoul 05567, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Obesity/Diabetes Research Center, Hoseo University, Asan 31499, Republic of Korea; (Y.Y.); (T.Z.); (C.L.)
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Serio B, Storti G, D’Addona M, Santoro L, Frieri C, De Novellis D, Marano L, De Santis G, Guariglia R, Manfra I, Urciuoli E, Luponio S, Marotta S, Morini D, Rizzo M, Palmieri F, Cantore N, Giudice V, Risitano AM, Selleri C. Post-Transplant Cyclophosphamide versus Anti-Thymocyte Globulin in Patients with Hematological Malignancies Treated with Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation from Haploidentical and Matched Unrelated Donors: A Real-Life Experience. Hematol Rep 2024; 16:234-243. [PMID: 38651452 PMCID: PMC11036213 DOI: 10.3390/hematolrep16020023] [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: 12/24/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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Background: Post-transplant cyclophosphamide (PTCY) is widely used as graft versus host disease (GvHD) prophylaxis in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients, with reported clinical benefits in patients who underwent transplant from a matched unrelated donor (MUD). However, real-life data on clinical efficacy and safety of PTCY in haploidentical and MUD transplantations are still poor. Methods: In our real-life retrospective observational study, we included a total of 40 consecutive adult patients who underwent haploidentical or MUD HSCT for various hematological malignancies and who received PTCY (n = 24) or ATG (n = 16) as GvHD prophylaxis at Hematology Units from hospitals of Salerno and Avellino, Italy, and clinical outcomes were compared. Results: We showed protective effects of PTCY against disease relapse with the relapse rate after transplantation of 16% versus 50% in the ATG arm (p = 0.02). All-cause mortality was lower (36% vs. 75%; p = 0.02) and the 2-year overall survival was slightly superior in patients administered PTCY (61% vs. 42%; p = 0.26). Conclusions: We support the use of PTCY, even in a real-life setting; however, the optimization of this protocol should be further investigated to better balance relapse prevention and GvHD prophylaxis.
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- Bianca Serio
- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, Hospital “S. Giuseppe Moscati”, 83100 Avellino, Italy (A.M.R.)
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
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- Hematology Unit, University Hospital “San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona”, 84131 Salerno, Italy; (B.S.)
- Department of Medicine, Surgery, and Dentistry, University of Salerno, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
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Chunda VC, Fombad FF, Kien CA, Ebai R, Esofi F, Ntuh AN, Ouam E, Gandjui NVT, Ekanya R, Nietcho F, Nchang LC, Magha C, Njouendou AJ, Enyong P, Hoerauf A, Wanji S, Ritter M. Comparative development of human filariae Loa loa, Onchocerca volvulus and Mansonella perstans in immunocompromised mouse strains. FRONTIERS IN TROPICAL DISEASES 2024; 5:1293632. [PMID: 38655273 PMCID: PMC7615855 DOI: 10.3389/fitd.2024.1293632] [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] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Introduction Mouse models of human filarial infections are not only urgently needed to investigate the biology of the nematodes and their modulation of the host's immunity, but will also provide a platform to screen and test novel anti-filarial drugs. Recently, murine Loa loa infection models have been stablished using immunocompromised mouse strains, whereas murine Mansonella perstans infections have not been implemented until now. Methods Therefore, we aim to establish experimental M. perstans infections using the immunocompromised mouse strains RAG2IL-2Rγ-/- (lack B, T and natural killer cells), IL-4Rα/IL-5-/- (impaired IL-4/5 signalling and eosinophil activation) and NOD.Cg-PrkdcscidIl2rgtm1Wj l/SzJ (NOD scid gamma, NSG) BALB/c mice (lack mature lymphocytes) through subcutaneous (s.c.) or intraperitoneal (i.p.) inoculation of infective stage 3 larvae (L3) isolated from engorged vectors. Results In total, 145 immunocompromised mice have been inoculated with 3,250 M. perstans, 3,337 O. volvulus, and 2,720 Loa loa L3 to comparatively analyse which immunocompromised mouse strain is susceptible to human filarial infections. Whereas, no M. perstans and O. volvulus L3 could be recovered upon 2-63 days post-inoculation, a 62-66% Loa loa L3 recovery rate could be achieved in the different mouse strains. Gender of mice, type of inoculation (s.c. or i.p.) or time point of analysis (2-63 days post inoculation) did not interfere with the success of L3 recovery. In addition, administration of the immune suppressants hydrocortisone, prednisolone and cyclophosphamide did not restore M. perstans L3 recovery rates. Discussion These findings show that RAG2IL-2Rg-/-BALB/c and C57BL/6, IL-4Rα/IL-5-/- BALB/c and NSG mice were not susceptible to M. perstans and O. volvulus L3 inoculation using the applied methods, whereas Loa loa infection could be maintained. Further studies should investigate if humanized immunocompromised mice might be susceptible to M. perstans. and O. volvulus.
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- Valerine C. Chunda
- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Institute of Medical Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology (IMMIP), University Hospital Bonn (UKB), Bonn, Germany
- German Centre for Infection Research (DZIF), Partner Site Bonn-Cologne, Bonn, Germany
- German-West African Centre for Global Health and Pandemic Prevention (G-WAC), Partner Site Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Parasite and Vector Research Unit (PAVRU), Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
- Research Foundation for Tropical Diseases and the Environment (REFOTDE), Buea, Cameroon
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- Institute of Medical Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology (IMMIP), University Hospital Bonn (UKB), Bonn, Germany
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Luo X, Zeng M. Combination low-dose cyclophosphamide with check-point blockade and ionizing radiation promote an abscopal effect in mouse models of melanoma. J Cancer Res Ther 2024; 20:718-725. [PMID: 38687945 DOI: 10.4103/jcrt.jcrt_616_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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PURPOSE The complex strategy of hypo-fractionated radiotherapy (HFRT) in combination with an immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) can stimulate a potential systemic antitumor response; however, the abscopal effect is always precluded by the tumor microenvironment, which may limit sufficient T-cell infiltration of distant nonirradiated tumors for certain kinds of inhibitory factors, such as regulatory T-cells (Tregs). Additionally, low-dose cyclophosphamide (LD-CYC) can specifically kill regulatory Tregs and strongly synergize antigen-specific immune responses, which could promote an abscopal effect. MATERIALS AND METHODS We explored whether a triple regimen consisting of HFRT, ICI, and LD-CYC could achieve a better systemic antitumor response in bilateral mouse tumor models. RESULT Our data demonstrate that LD-CYC combined with HFRT and antiprogrammed cell death ligand 1 (PDL-1) therapy could enhance the abscopal effect than only HFRT/antiPDL-1 or HFRT alone. Surprisingly, repeat CYC doses cannot further restrain tumor proliferation but can prolong murine overall survival, as revealed by the major pathologic responses. These results are associated with increased CD8 + effector T-cell infiltration, although LD-CYC did not upregulate PDL-1 expression in the tumor. CONCLUSIONS Compared with traditional strategies, for the first time, we demonstrated that a triple treatment strategy remarkably increased the number of radiation-induced tumor-infiltrating CD8 + T-cells, effectively decreasing infiltrating Tregs, and promoting an abscopal effect. Thus, we describe a novel and effective therapeutic approach by combining multiple strategies to target several tumor-mediated immune inhibitory mechanisms.
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MESH Headings
- Animals
- Cyclophosphamide/pharmacology
- Cyclophosphamide/administration & dosage
- Cyclophosphamide/therapeutic use
- Mice
- Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors/pharmacology
- Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors/therapeutic use
- Tumor Microenvironment/drug effects
- Tumor Microenvironment/radiation effects
- Tumor Microenvironment/immunology
- T-Lymphocytes, Regulatory/immunology
- T-Lymphocytes, Regulatory/drug effects
- T-Lymphocytes, Regulatory/radiation effects
- Female
- Combined Modality Therapy
- Disease Models, Animal
- Melanoma, Experimental/pathology
- Melanoma, Experimental/immunology
- Melanoma, Experimental/drug therapy
- Melanoma, Experimental/radiotherapy
- Radiation, Ionizing
- B7-H1 Antigen/antagonists & inhibitors
- B7-H1 Antigen/metabolism
- Antineoplastic Agents, Alkylating/pharmacology
- Antineoplastic Agents, Alkylating/therapeutic use
- Antineoplastic Agents, Alkylating/administration & dosage
- Mice, Inbred C57BL
- Humans
- Cell Line, Tumor
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- Xing Luo
- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
- Clinical Medical School, Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
- Department of Oncology, Key Clinical Specialty of Sichuan Province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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Su W, Liang Z, Pan D, Zhang L, Zhang Y, Yuan T, Gao X, Su H, Zhang H. Therapeutic effect of notoginseng saponins before and after fermentation on blood deficiency rats. Exp Ther Med 2024; 27:143. [PMID: 38476921 PMCID: PMC10928825 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2024.12431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Notoginseng saponins (NS) are the active ingredients in Panax notoginseng (Burk.) F.H. Chen (PN). NS can be transformed depending on how the extract is processed. Fermentation has been shown to produce secondary ginsenosides with increased bioavailability. However, the therapeutic effect of fermented NS (FNS) requires further study. The present study compared the compositions and activities of FNS and NS in blood deficiency rats, which resembles the symptoms of anemia in modern medicine, induced by acetylphenylhydrazine and cyclophosphamide. A total of 32 rats were randomly divided into control, model, FNS and NS groups. A blood deficiency model was established and then treatment was orally administered for 21 days. The results of component analysis indicated that some saponins transformed during the fermentation process resulting in a decrease of notoginsenoside R1, and ginsenosides Rg1, Rb1 and Re, and an increase in ginsenosides Rd, Rh2, compound K, protopanaxadiol and protopanaxatriol. The animal results showed that both FNS and NS increased the number of white blood cells (WBCs), red blood cells, hemoglobin, platelets and reticulocytes, and the levels of granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF), erythropoietin (EPO) and thrombopoietin (TPO), decreased the G0/G1 phase and increased G2/M phase, and decreased the apoptosis rate of bone marrow (BM) cells, which suggested a contribution to the recovery of hematopoietic function of the BM cells. FNS and NS increased the protein expression levels of the cytokines IL-4, IL-10, IL-12, IL-13, TGF-β, IL-6, IFN-γ and TNF-α, and the mRNA expression levels of transcription factors GATA binding protein 3 and T-box expressed in T cell (T-bet). FNS and NS treatment also increased the number of CD4+ T cells, and decreased the enlargement of the rat spleen and thymus atrophy, which indicated a protective effect on the organs of the immune system. The results of the present study demonstrated that compared with NS, FNS showed an improved ability to increase the levels of WBCs, lymphocytes, GM-CSF, EPO, TPO, aspartate aminotransferase, IL-10, IL-12, IL-13 and TNF-α, and the mRNA expression levels of T-bet, and decrease alanine aminotransferase levels. The differences seen for FNS treatment could arise from their improved bioavailability compared with NS, due to the larger proportion of hydrophobic ginsenosides produced during fermentation.
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- Wenjie Su
- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
- Research Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital to Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- College of Pharmacy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
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- Research Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital to Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
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- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
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- College of Pharmacy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
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- College of Pharmacy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
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- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
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- Northeast Asia Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130117, P.R. China
- Research Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital to Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin 130021, P.R. China
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Zhang Y, Xu Q, Wang Y, Zhang C, Xu S, Luo M, Yang S. Caragana sinica (Buc'hoz) Rehd. (jin ji er) polysaccharide regulates the immune function and intestinal microbiota of cyclophosphamide (CTX) induced immunosuppressed mice. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 322:117551. [PMID: 38081398 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117551] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/01/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Caragana sinica (Buc'hoz) Rehd. is a plant widely grown in Yunnan, China, for both medicinal and edible purposes. The "National Compilation of Chinese Herbal Medicine" describes its nature as "slightly temperate and sweet". Caragana sinica is usually medicated with whole herbs, the main function is to replenish the kidneys and stop bleeding. Caragana sinica was used in folk medicine in Chuxiong, Yunnan, to treat deficiency colds, fatigue, fever, cough, hypertension, and other diseases. AIM OF THE STUDY This article investigates the structural characteristics of Caragana sinica polysaccharide (CSP) and explores its immune-regulatory activity and molecular biological mechanisms in cyclophosphamide-induced immunosuppressed mice, as well as its effects on intestinal bacteria. METHODS With the water-extraction and alcohol-precipitation method, Caragana sinica polysaccharide were extracted, obtaining CSP by purification. A variety of methods and techniques have been used to analyze the chemical properties and structural characteristics of CSP. Immunosuppressive mice model was established through intraperitoneal injection of cyclophosphamide (CTX) to study the immune-regulatory effects and mechanisms of CSP. RESULTS The data indicated that CSP is a neutral heteropolysaccharide mainly composed of arabinose and galactose. This article uses immunosuppressive mice induced by cyclophosphamide (CTX) as the model. The results showed that CSP can promote the immune function of CTX treated immunosuppressed mice and regulate the diversity and composition of intestinal microbiota. CSP can increase macrophage phagocytosis, NK cell killing activity, and lymphocyte proliferation activity. It can also repair the index and morphological damage of the thymus and spleen. And by binding to the TLR4 receptor, MyD88 was activated and interacted with TRAF6 to promote the transfer of NF-κB into the nucleus. Thereby promoting cytokine release and increasing the production of IL-1β, IL-6, IL-10, TNF-α, IgA, and IgG in the serum. CSP also effectively alleviated the liver damage caused by CTX through antioxidant activity. Furthermore, CSP can dramatically affect the intestinal microbiota and the body's immunity by boosting the relative presence of Bacteroides and Verrucamicrobiota. CONCLUSIONS Research results indicated that CSP can regulate the immune function of mice, providing a basis for developing CSP as a potential immune modulator and functional food.
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- Yan Zhang
- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China.
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Cheng M, Shi Y, Cheng Y, Hu H, Liu S, Xu Y, He L, Hu S, Lu Y, Chen F, Li J, Si H. Mulberry leaf polysaccharide improves cyclophosphamide-induced growth inhibition and intestinal damage in chicks by modulating intestinal flora, enhancing immune regulation and antioxidant capacity. Front Microbiol 2024; 15:1382639. [PMID: 38577686 PMCID: PMC10991686 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1382639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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Polysaccharides are generally considered to have immune enhancing functions, and mulberry leaf polysaccharide is the main active substance in mulberry leaves, while there are few studies on whether mulberry leaf polysaccharide (MLP) has an effect on immunosuppression and intestinal damage caused by cyclophosphamide (CTX), we investigated whether MLP has an ameliorative effect on intestinal damage caused by CTX. A total of 210 1-day-old Mahuang cocks were selected for this experiment. Were equally divided into six groups and used to evaluate the immune effect of MLP. Our results showed that MLP significantly enhanced the growth performance of chicks and significantly elevated the secretion of cytokines (IL-1β, IL-10, IL-6, TNF-α, and IFN-γ), immunoglobulins and antioxidant enzymes in the serum of immunosuppressed chicks. It attenuated jejunal damage and elevated the expression of jejunal tight junction proteins Claudin1, Zo-1 and MUC2, which protected intestinal health. MLP activated TLR4-MyD88-NF-κB pathway and enhanced the expression of TLR4, MyD88 and NF-κB, which served to protect the intestine. 16S rDNA gene high-throughput sequencing showed that MLP increased species richness, restored CTX-induced gut microbiome imbalance, and enhanced the abundance of probiotic bacteria in the gut. MLP improves cyclophosphamide-induced growth inhibition and intestinal damage in chicks by modulating intestinal flora and enhancing immune regulation and antioxidant capacity. In conclusion, this study provides a scientific basis for MLP as an immune enhancer to regulate chick intestinal flora and protect chick intestinal mucosal damage.
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- Ming Cheng
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of the TCM Agricultural Biogenomics, Changsha Medical University, Changsha, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Animal Breeding, Disease Control and Prevention, Guangxi University, Nanning, China
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Liu Y, Li Y, Sun B, Kang J, Hu X, Zou L, Cui SW, Guo Q. Glucans from Armillaria luteo-virens: Structural Characterization and In Vivo Immunomodulatory Investigation under Different Administration Routes. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2024; 72:6006-6018. [PMID: 38456292 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.4c00071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/09/2024]
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Polysaccharides fromArmillaria luteo-virens (ALP) were investigated for structural characterization and immunomodulatory activities. Three fractions (ALP-1, ALP-2, and ALP-3) were obtained with the yield of 2.4, 3.7, and 3.0 wt %, respectively. ALP-1 was proposed as a β-(1 → 3)(1 → 6)-glucan with a triple-helix conformation; ALP-2 and ALP-3 were both identified as α-(1 → 4)(1 → 6)-glucan differing in their Mw and branching degree with a spherical conformation. The in vitro digestibility experiment and in vivo experiments using cyclophosphamide (CY)-treated mice demonstrated that intraperitoneal injection of α-glucan (1 mg·kg-1·day-1) and intragastric gavage of β-glucan (10 mg·kg-1·day-1) both effectively restored the decrease in body weight, immune organ indexes, immune cell activities, serum immune marker levels, colonic short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) levels, and Bacteroidetes/Firmicutes ratio in immunosuppression mice. This study provides novel insights into the immunomodulatory activity of α- and β-glucans under different administration routes, thereby promoting their application in both food and pharmaceutical areas.
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- Yan Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
- College of Food and Health, Zhejiang Agriculture and Forestry University, No. 666 Wusu Road, Linan District, Hangzhou, 311300 Zhejiang Province, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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- College of Food Engineering and Nutritional Science, Shaanxi Normal University, Xian 710119 Shaanxi, P. R. China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Chengdu University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610106, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Science, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1, Canada
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, P. R. China
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Demir M, Altındağ F. Uroprotective effects of berberine and curcumin in cyclophosphamide-induced interstitial cystitis. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2024; 39:1315-1322. [PMID: 37955270 DOI: 10.1002/tox.24025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2023] [Revised: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of berberine (BER) and curcumin (CUR) in the experimental model of cystitis induced by cyclophosphamide (CYP). A total of 36 Wistar-Albino female rats were used in the study. Rats were randomly divided into six groups (n = 6). Normal control group, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) group, CYP group (75 mg/kg), CYP + BER (75 mg/kg CYP and 50 mg/kg BER), CYP + CUR group (75 mg/kg CYP and 50 mg/kg CUR), CYP + BER + CUR group (75 mg/kg CYP and 50 mg/kg BER and 50 mg/kg CUR). Severe edema, hyperemia, hemorrhage, necrosis, and thinning of the epithelial layer were observed in the CYP group. BER and CUR treatment significantly reduced these pathologies. Masson-Trichrome staining was severe in the CYP group and moderate in the CYP + BER, CYP + CUR, and CYP + BER + CUR groups. In the CYP group, there was a severe expression of caspase-3, TNF-α and IL-6, and mild expression of IL-10. BER and CUR treatment decreased the expression of caspase-3, TNF-α, and IL-6 and increased the expression of IL-10. The findings of the study reveal that BER and CUR treatments may reduce CYP-induced bladder damage by reducing apoptosis and inflammation and ameliorating histopathological changes.
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- Murat Demir
- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Van, Turkey
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Lv Y, Yang Y, Chen Y, Wang D, Lei Y, Pan M, Wang Z, Xiao W, Dai Y. Structural characterization and immunomodulatory activity of a water-soluble polysaccharide from Poria cocos. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 261:129878. [PMID: 38309394 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129878] [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: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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In order to investigate the structural characteristics and immunomodulatory effects of Poria cocos polysaccharides, a water-soluble homogeneous polysaccharide (PCP-2) was isolated by water extraction and alcohol precipitation and further purified by Cellulose DEAE-52 and Sephacryl S-100HR column chromatography. PCP-2 is a heteropolysaccharide composed of glucose, galactose, mannose, and fucose in a molar ratio of 42.0: 35.0: 13.9: 9.1. It exhibits a narrow molecular weight distribution at 2.35 kDa with a branching degree of 37.1 %. The main chain types of PCP-2 include 1,3-β-D-Glc and 1,6-β-D-Glc as the backbone glucans and 1,6-α-D-Gal as the backbone heterogalactan. In vitro experiments demonstrate that PCP-2 directly stimulate RAW264.7 cell proliferation and secretion of inflammatory factors such as NO and TNF-α. In cyclophosphamide (CTX)-induced mice, it promotes the development of thymus and spleen immune organs, elevates the blood levels of IgG, IgA, IgM and CD3+CD4+ T cells, increases the intestinal villus height/ crypt depth ratio and improves gut barrier dysfunctions. These findings suggest that PCP-2 is a natural fungal polysaccharide with broad spectrum of immunoenhancing effects, which can significantly ameliorate the immunocompromised state.
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- Yaozhong Lv
- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Biotechnology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; National Key Laboratory on Technologies for Chinese Medicine Pharmaceutical Process Control and Intelligent Manufacture, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Biotechnology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China
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- National Key Laboratory on Technologies for Chinese Medicine Pharmaceutical Process Control and Intelligent Manufacture, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China; Jiangsu Kanion Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China
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- National Key Laboratory on Technologies for Chinese Medicine Pharmaceutical Process Control and Intelligent Manufacture, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China; Jiangsu Kanion Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China
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- Jiangsu Kanion Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China
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- Jiangsu Kanion Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China
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- National Key Laboratory on Technologies for Chinese Medicine Pharmaceutical Process Control and Intelligent Manufacture, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China; Jiangsu Kanion Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China
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- National Key Laboratory on Technologies for Chinese Medicine Pharmaceutical Process Control and Intelligent Manufacture, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China; Jiangsu Kanion Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222001, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Biotechnology, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China.
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Jeong E, Hong H, Lee YA, Kim KS. Potential Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease Treatment and Computational Approach for Future Drug Development. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:2682. [PMID: 38473928 PMCID: PMC11154459 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25052682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2024] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by swelling in at least one joint. Owing to an overactive immune response, extra-articular manifestations are observed in certain cases, with interstitial lung disease (ILD) being the most common. Rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD) is characterized by chronic inflammation of the interstitial space, which causes fibrosis and the scarring of lung tissue. Controlling inflammation and pulmonary fibrosis in RA-ILD is important because they are associated with high morbidity and mortality. Pirfenidone and nintedanib are specific drugs against idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and showed efficacy against RA-ILD in several clinical trials. Immunosuppressants and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) with anti-fibrotic effects have also been used to treat RA-ILD. Immunosuppressants moderate the overexpression of cytokines and immune cells to reduce pulmonary damage and slow the progression of fibrosis. DMARDs with mild anti-fibrotic effects target specific fibrotic pathways to regulate fibrogenic cellular activity, extracellular matrix homeostasis, and oxidative stress levels. Therefore, specific medications are required to effectively treat RA-ILD. In this review, the commonly used RA-ILD treatments are discussed based on their molecular mechanisms and clinical trial results. In addition, a computational approach is proposed to develop specific drugs for RA-ILD.
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- Eunji Jeong
- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea;
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- Yale College, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06520, USA;
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, School of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University Hospital, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea;
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, School of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, Seoul 02447, Republic of Korea
- East-West Bone & Joint Disease Research Institute, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Seoul 05278, Republic of Korea
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Che H, Li L, Zhao B, Hu L, Xiao L, Liu P, Liu S, Hou Z. Asperuloside alleviates cyclophosphamide-induced myelosuppression by promoting AMPK/mTOR pathway-mediated autophagy. J Biochem Mol Toxicol 2024; 38:e23641. [PMID: 38348709 DOI: 10.1002/jbt.23641] [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: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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Cyclophosphamide (CTX) is a common anticancer chemotherapy drug, and myelosuppression is the most common serious side effect. Asperuloside (ASP), the active component of Hedyotis diffusa Willd., may have the effect of ameliorating chemotherapy-induced myelosuppression. This study aimed to explore the effect and possible mechanism of ASP on CTX-induced myelosuppression. Male SPF C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into five groups: control group, CTX (25 mg/kg) group, CTX + granulocyte-macrophage-colony stimulating factor (GM-CSF) (5 μg/kg) group, CTX + high-dose ASP (50 mg/kg) group and CTX + low-dose ASP (25 mg/kg) group, with six mice in each group. The body weight of mice was monitored every other day, the hematopoietic progenitor cell colony number was measured by colony forming unit, and the relevant blood indicators were detected. Femoral bone marrow was observed by hematoxylin-eosin, C-kit expression was detected by immunohistochemistry, and autophagy and adenine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK)/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) pathway protein expressions were detected by immunohistochemistry and western blotting (WB). Then the AMPK inhibitor dorsomorphin was used to interfere with AMPK/mTOR pathway. Results showed that ASP significantly increased the body weight of CTX-induced mice, increased the number of hematopoietic progenitor cells, the expression of white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets, GM-CSF, thrombopoietin and erythropoietin in blood, and the expression of C-kit in bone marrow. In addition, ASP further promoted the expression of Beclin1 and LC-3II/I induced by CTX, and regulated the protein expressions in the AMPK/mTOR pathway. The use of dorsomorphin inhibited the alleviation effect of ASP on CTX-induced myelosuppression and the promotion effect of ASP on autophagy. In conclusion, ASP alleviated CTX-induced myelosuppression by promoting AMPK/mTOR pathway-mediated autophagy.
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- Hong Che
- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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Lica JJ, Gucwa K, Heldt M, Stupak A, Maciejewska N, Ptaszyńska N, Łęgowska A, Pradhan B, Gitlin-Domagalska A, Dębowski D, Jakóbkiewicz-Banecka J, Rolka K. Lactoferricin B Combined with Antibiotics Exhibits Leukemic Selectivity and Antimicrobial Activity. Molecules 2024; 29:678. [PMID: 38338422 PMCID: PMC10856415 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29030678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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The fusion of penetrating peptides (PPs), e.g., cell penetration peptides (CPPs) or antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), together with antimicrobial agents is an expanding research field. Specific AMPs, such as lactoferricin B (LfcinB), have demonstrated strong antibacterial, antifungal, and antiparasitic activity, as well as valuable anticancer activity, proving beneficial in the development of anticancer conjugates. The resulting conjugates offer potential dual functionality, acting as both an anticancer and an antimicrobial agent. This is especially necessary in cancer treatment, where microbial infections pose a critical risk. Leukemic cells frequently exhibit altered outer lipid membranes compared to healthy cells, making them more sensitive to compounds that interfere with their membrane. In this study, we revisited and reanalyzed our earlier research on LfcinB and its conjugates. Furthermore, we carried out new experiments with a specific focus on cell proliferation, changes in membrane asymmetric phosphatidylserine location, intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, mitochondrial functions, and in vitro bacterial topoisomerase inhibition.
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- Jan Jakub Lica
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, 02-091 Warsaw, Poland
- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Gdansk University of Technology, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland
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- Polpharma Biologics S.A., Gdansk Science & Technology Park, 80-172 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Gdansk University of Technology, 80-233 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Warsaw, 02-097 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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Pimenta GF, Awata WMC, Orlandin GG, Silva-Neto JA, Assis VO, da Costa RM, Bruder-Nascimento T, Tostes RC, Tirapelli CR. Melatonin prevents overproduction of reactive oxygen species and vascular dysfunction induced by cyclophosphamide. Life Sci 2024; 338:122361. [PMID: 38158040 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2023.122361] [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: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 12/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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AIMS Overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) is a pathologic hallmark of cyclophosphamide toxicity. For this reason, antioxidant compounds emerge as promising tools for preventing tissue damage induced by cyclophosphamide. We hypothesized that melatonin would display cytoprotective action in the vasculature by preventing cyclophosphamide-induced oxidative stress. MATERIALS AND METHODS Male C57BL/6 mice (22-25 g) were injected with a single dose of cyclophosphamide (300 mg/kg; i.p.). Mice were pretreated or not with melatonin (10 mg/kg/day, i.p.), given during 4 days before cyclophosphamide injection. Functional (vascular reactivity) and oxidative/inflammatory patterns were evaluated at 24 h in resistance arteries. The antioxidant action of melatonin was assessed in vitro in cultured vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) of mesenteric arteries. KEY FINDINGS Cyclophosphamide induced ROS generation in both mesenteric arterial bed (MAB) and cultured VSMCs, and this was normalized by melatonin. Cyclophosphamide-induced ROS generation and lipoperoxidation in the bladder and kidney was also prevented by melatonin. Increased levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and interleukin (IL)-6 were detected in the MAB of cyclophosphamide-treated mice, all of which were prevented by melatonin. Functional assays using second-order mesenteric arteries of cyclophosphamide-treated mice revealed a decrease in vascular contractility. Melatonin prevented vascular hypocontractility in the cyclophosphamide group. Melatonin partially prevented the decrease in myeloperoxidase (MPO) and N-acetyl-beta-D-glucosaminidase (NAG) activities in the MAB of the cyclophosphamide group. SIGNIFICANCE Melatonin may constitute a novel and promising therapeutic approach for management of the toxic effects induced by cyclophosphamide in the vasculature.
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- Gustavo F Pimenta
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil; Laboratório de Farmacologia Cardiovascular, DEPCH, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil; Laboratório de Farmacologia Cardiovascular, DEPCH, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil; Vascular Medicine Institute (VMI), University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Cardiovascular, DEPCH, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil; Laboratório de Farmacologia Cardiovascular, DEPCH, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Farmacologia Cardiovascular, DEPCH, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil.
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Narendra G, Raju B, Verma H, Kumar M, Jain SK, Tung GK, Thakur S, Kaur R, Kaur S, Sapra B, Silakari O. Scaffold hopping based designing of selective ALDH1A1 inhibitors to overcome cyclophosphamide resistance: synthesis and biological evaluation. RSC Med Chem 2024; 15:309-321. [PMID: 38283216 PMCID: PMC10809718 DOI: 10.1039/d3md00543g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
Abstract
Aldehyde dehydrogenase 1A1 (ALDH1A1) is an isoenzyme that catalyzes the conversion of aldehydes to acids. However, the overexpression of ALDH1A1 in a variety of malignancies is the major cause of resistance to an anti-cancer drug, cyclophosphamide (CP). CP is a prodrug that is initially converted into 4-hydroxycyclophosphamide and its tautomer aldophosphamide, in the liver. These compounds permeate into the cell and are converted as active metabolites, i.e., phosphoramide mustard (PM), through spontaneous beta-elimination. On the other hand, the conversion of CP to PM is diverted at the level of aldophosphamide by converting it into inactive carboxyphosphamide using ALDH1A1, which ultimately leads to high drug inactivation and CP resistance. Hence, in combination with our earlier work on the target of resistance, i.e., ALDH1A1, we hereby report selective ALDH1A1 inhibitors. Herein, we selected a lead molecule from our previous virtual screening and implemented scaffold hopping analysis to identify a novel scaffold that can act as an ALDH1A1 inhibitor. This results in the identification of various novel scaffolds. Among these, on the basis of synthetic feasibility, the benzimidazole scaffold was selected for the design of novel ALDH1A1 inhibitors, followed by machine learning-assisted structure-based virtual screening. Finally, the five best compounds were selected and synthesized. All synthesized compounds were evaluated using in vitro enzymatic assay against ALDH1A1, ALDH2, and ALDH3A1. The results disclosed that three molecules A1, A2, and A3 showed significant selective ALDH1A1 inhibitory potential with an IC50 value of 0.32 μM, 0.55 μM, and 1.63 μM, respectively, and none of the compounds exhibits potency towards the other two ALDH isoforms i.e. ALDH2 and ALDH3A1. Besides, the potent compounds (A1, A2, and A3) have been tested for in vitro cell line assay in combination with mafosfamide (analogue of CP) on two cell lines i.e. A549 and MIA-PaCa-2. All three compounds show significant potency to reverse mafosfamide resistance by inhibiting ALDH1A1 against these cell lines.
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- Gera Narendra
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala Punjab 147002 India +91 17522 83075 +91 95015 42696
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala Punjab 147002 India +91 17522 83075 +91 95015 42696
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala Punjab 147002 India +91 17522 83075 +91 95015 42696
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala Punjab 147002 India +91 17522 83075 +91 95015 42696
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar India
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- Centre for Basic and Translational Research in Health Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar India
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- Department of Botany and Environmental Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar India
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- Department of Botany and Environmental Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala Punjab 147002 India +91 17522 83075 +91 95015 42696
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala Punjab 147002 India +91 17522 83075 +91 95015 42696
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Ayenew KD, Ayalew A, Wondmkun YT, Tsige AW, Wolde A, Sewale Y, Belihu GD, Fekade E, Habteweld HA. In-vivo Immunomodulatory Activities of Essential Oils of Artemisia abyssinica and Lepidium sativum in Mice. Immunotargets Ther 2024; 13:15-27. [PMID: 38288461 PMCID: PMC10823377 DOI: 10.2147/itt.s448317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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Background Ethiopians use Artemisia abyssinica and Lepidium sativum as immunity enhancers. However, there is no scientific validation conducted so far regarding this claim. The aim of this study was to investigate the in-vivo immunomodulatory activities of essential oils of A. abyssinica and L. sativum in mice. Methods The extraction was carried out using the earlier techniques. By hydro distilling fresh seeds and aerial portions of A. abyssinica and L. sativum, respectively, essential oils were obtained. Essential oils of both plants were tested at 100, 200 and 400 mg/kg. The rate of carbon clearance, humoral antibody titer, delayed type hypersensitivity response, spleen and thymus indices were evaluated in mice according to scientific protocols. The carbon clearance assay was determined using carbon ink. Sheep red blood cell was used as an antigen for other tests. Results Essential oils of A. abyssinica and L. sativum at 400 mg/kg significantly increased the rate of carbon clearance from the body of mice (p<0.05). The maximum carbon clearance rate was achieved for A. byssinica essential oil at 400 mg/kg. Both essential oils raised the level of HAT to SRBC in comparison to the vehicle and cyclophosphamide administered groups. The largest (84.668±1.951) mean secondary HAT to SRBC was generated by L. sativum essential oil at 400 mg/kg (p<0.001). A. abyssinica essential oil at 200 and 400 mg/kg significantly increased the level of thymus index compared to the model group (p<0.05 and 0.01 respectively). The levamisole group experienced the highest increase in thymus index (p<0.001). Essential oil of L. sativum at 400 mg/kg also increased the level of thymus index. The spleen index in mice was improved by the essential oils only at the highest dose levels (400 mg/kg). Conclusion It can be inferred that the essential oils of L. sativum and A. abyssinica have immunostimulant properties.
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- Kassahun Dires Ayenew
- Department of Pharmacy, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Chemistry, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Traditional Herbalist, North Shewa Zone, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Nursing, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia
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Fonseca A, Szysz M, Ly HT, Cordeiro C, Sepúlveda N. IgG Antibody Responses to Epstein-Barr Virus in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Their Effective Potential for Disease Diagnosis and Pathological Antigenic Mimicry. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2024; 60:161. [PMID: 38256421 PMCID: PMC10820613 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60010161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Revised: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Background and Objectives: The diagnosis and pathology of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) remain under debate. However, there is a growing body of evidence for an autoimmune component in ME/CFS caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and other viral infections. Materials and Methods: In this work, we analyzed a large public dataset on the IgG antibodies to 3054 EBV peptides to understand whether these immune responses could help diagnose patients and trigger pathological autoimmunity; we used healthy controls (HCs) as a comparator cohort. Subsequently, we aimed at predicting the disease status of the study participants using a super learner algorithm targeting an accuracy of 85% when splitting data into train and test datasets. Results: When we compared the data of all ME/CFS patients or the data of a subgroup of those patients with non-infectious or unknown disease triggers to the data of the HC, we could not find an antibody-based classifier that would meet the desired accuracy in the test dataset. However, we could identify a 26-antibody classifier that could distinguish ME/CFS patients with an infectious disease trigger from the HCs with 100% and 90% accuracies in the train and test sets, respectively. We finally performed a bioinformatic analysis of the EBV peptides associated with these 26 antibodies. We found no correlation between the importance metric of the selected antibodies in the classifier and the maximal sequence homology between human proteins and each EBV peptide recognized by these antibodies. Conclusions: In conclusion, these 26 antibodies against EBV have an effective potential for disease diagnosis in a subset of patients. However, the peptides associated with these antibodies are less likely to induce autoimmune B-cell responses that could explain the pathogenesis of ME/CFS.
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- André Fonseca
- Faculty of Sciences and Technology, University of Algarve, 8005-139 Faro, Portugal; (A.F.); (C.C.)
- CEAUL—Centre of Statistics and its Applications, Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon, 1749-016 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Faculty of Mathematics & Information Science, Warsaw University of Technology, 00-662 Warsaw, Poland; (M.S.); (H.T.L.)
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- Faculty of Mathematics & Information Science, Warsaw University of Technology, 00-662 Warsaw, Poland; (M.S.); (H.T.L.)
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- Faculty of Sciences and Technology, University of Algarve, 8005-139 Faro, Portugal; (A.F.); (C.C.)
- CEAUL—Centre of Statistics and its Applications, Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon, 1749-016 Lisbon, Portugal
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- CEAUL—Centre of Statistics and its Applications, Faculty of Sciences, University of Lisbon, 1749-016 Lisbon, Portugal
- Faculty of Mathematics & Information Science, Warsaw University of Technology, 00-662 Warsaw, Poland; (M.S.); (H.T.L.)
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Manavi MA, Fathian Nasab MH, Mohammad Jafari R, Dehpour AR. Mechanisms underlying dose-limiting toxicities of conventional chemotherapeutic agents. J Chemother 2024:1-31. [PMID: 38179685 DOI: 10.1080/1120009x.2023.2300217] [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: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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Dose-limiting toxicities (DLTs) are severe adverse effects that define the maximum tolerated dose of a cancer drug. In addition to the specific mechanisms of each drug, common contributing factors include inflammation, apoptosis, ion imbalances, and tissue-specific enzyme deficiencies. Among various DLTs are bleomycin-induced pulmonary fibrosis, doxorubicin-induced cardiomyopathy, cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity, methotrexate-induced hepatotoxicity, vincristine-induced neurotoxicity, paclitaxel-induced peripheral neuropathy, and irinotecan, which elicits severe diarrhea. Currently, specific treatments beyond dose reduction are lacking for most toxicities. Further research on cellular and molecular pathways is imperative to improve their management. This review synthesizes preclinical and clinical data on the pharmacological mechanisms underlying DLTs and explores possible treatment approaches. A comprehensive perspective reveals knowledge gaps and emphasizes the need for future studies to develop more targeted strategies for mitigating these dose-dependent adverse effects. This could allow the safer administration of fully efficacious doses to maximize patient survival.
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- Mohammad Amin Manavi
- Experimental Medicine Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Experimental Medicine Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Experimental Medicine Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Valizadeh P, Momtazmanesh S, Plazzi G, Rezaei N. Connecting the dots: An updated review of the role of autoimmunity in narcolepsy and emerging immunotherapeutic approaches. Sleep Med 2024; 113:378-396. [PMID: 38128432 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2023.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Narcolepsy type 1 (NT1) is a chronic disorder characterized by pathological daytime sleepiness and cataplexy due to the disappearance of orexin immunoreactive neurons in the hypothalamus. Genetic and environmental factors point towards a potential role for inflammation and autoimmunity in the pathogenesis of the disease. This study aims to comprehensively review the latest evidence on the autoinflammatory mechanisms and immunomodulatory treatments aimed at suspected autoimmune pathways in NT1. METHODS Recent relevant literature in the field of narcolepsy, its autoimmune hypothesis, and purposed immunomodulatory treatments were reviewed. RESULTS Narcolepsy is strongly linked to specific HLA alleles and T-cell receptor polymorphisms. Furthermore, animal studies and autopsies have found infiltration of T cells in the hypothalamus, supporting T cell-mediated immunity. However, the role of autoantibodies has yet to be definitively established. Increased risk of NT1 after H1N1 infection and vaccination supports the autoimmune hypothesis, and the potential role of coronavirus disease 2019 and vaccination in triggering autoimmune neurodegeneration is a recent finding. Alterations in cytokine levels, gut microbiota, and microglial activation indicate a potential role for inflammation in the disease's development. Reports of using immunotherapies in NT1 patients are limited and inconsistent. Early treatment with IVIg, corticosteroids, plasmapheresis, and monoclonal antibodies has seldomly shown some potential benefits in some studies. CONCLUSION The current body of literature supports that narcolepsy is an autoimmune disorder most likely caused by T-cell involvement. However, the potential for immunomodulatory treatments to reverse the autoinflammatory process remains understudied. Further clinical controlled trials may provide valuable insights into this area.
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- Parya Valizadeh
- School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran; Network of Immunity in Infection, Malignancy and Autoimmunity (NIIMA), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran; Network of Immunity in Infection, Malignancy and Autoimmunity (NIIMA), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- IRCCS Istituto Delle Scienze Neurologiche di Bologna, Bologna, Italy; Department of Biomedical, Metabolic, and Neural Sciences, Università Degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Research Center for Immunodeficiencies, Pediatrics Center of Excellence, Children's Medical Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran; Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Zhou Q, Meng Q. Insights into the Microbial Composition of Intratumoral, Reproductive Tract, and Gut Microbiota in Ovarian Cancer Patients. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2024; 1452:107-118. [PMID: 38805127 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-58311-7_6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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According to the latest global cancer data, ovarian cancer is the deadliest among all gynecological malignant tumors and ranks fifth in terms of mortality. Its etiology and pathogenesis are unknown, and the 5-year survival rate of patients with advanced ovarian cancer is only 40% (Sung et al. CA Cancer J Clin 71:209-49, 2021). Recent research has shown that the human microbiota plays a crucial role in the development and progression of tumors, including ovarian cancer. Numerous studies have highlighted the complex connections between the reproductive tract microbiota, intestinal microbiota, and ovarian cancer (Jacobson et al. PeerJ 9:e11574, 2021). Therefore, this chapter will delve into composition, function, and the correlation between microbiota and immunity in the field of ovarian cancer microbiota, as well as the potential of bacteria in therapeutics and diagnostics of ovarian cancer.
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- Qian Zhou
- International Cancer Center, Shenzhen University Medical School, Shenzhen, China.
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- National Clinical Research Center for Infectious Diseases, Shenzhen Third People's Hospital, The Second Hospital Affiliated to Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, China
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Zeng Z, Huang Z, Yue W, Nawaz S, Chen X, Liu J. Lactobacillus plantarum modulate gut microbiota and intestinal immunity in cyclophosphamide-treated mice model. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 169:115812. [PMID: 37979376 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115812] [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: 09/09/2023] [Revised: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/20/2023] Open
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Gut microbiota (GM) contributes to the production of immune-regulatory molecules and cytokines. However, our understanding regarding intricate relationship between Lactobacillus plantarum and GM on regulation of immune function remained limited. To investigate the effect of Lactobacillus plantarum on an immunosuppressed mouse model, we employed cyclophosphamide treatment and conducted various analysis including H&E (hematoxylin-eosin staining), immunohistochemistry, 16S rRNA gene sequencing, and RT-PCR. Our results demonstrated that the administration of Lactobacillus plantarum had significant immunoenhancing effects in the immune-suppressed mice, as evidenced by the restoration of functional expression of specific immune markers in the spleen and an increase in the number of goblet cells in intestine (P < 0.05). Microbial taxonomic analysis revealed alterations in the gut microbiota composition, characterized by a decrease in the richness of Firmicutes and an increase in the proportion of Verrucomicrobia and Actinobacteria following cyclophosphamide treatment. Furthermore, cyclophosphamide treatment significantly suppressed the mRNA expression of inflammatory cytokines (P < 0.05), which were subsequently restored after administration of Lactobacillus plantarum. These observations provide valuable insights into the complex interplay between probiotics, gut microbiota, and immune system functioning.
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- Zhibo Zeng
- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences/Fujian Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics and Breeding, Fuzhou 350013, China; Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ETH Zurich, Universitaetstrasse 2, 8092 Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences/Fujian Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics and Breeding, Fuzhou 350013, China
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences/Fujian Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics and Breeding, Fuzhou 350013, China
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- Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ETH Zurich, Universitaetstrasse 2, 8092 Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences/Fujian Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics and Breeding, Fuzhou 350013, China.
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- Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences/Fujian Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics and Breeding, Fuzhou 350013, China.
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Bachmeier E, Wietz FM, Porta DJ, Moine L, Dubersarsky CG, Francia CM, Samar ME, Rivoira MA, Mazzeo MA. [Melatonin reverses oxidative damage in the submandibular gland of rats treated with Cyclophosphamide]. REVISTA DE LA FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS MÉDICAS 2023; 80:404-419. [PMID: 38150204 PMCID: PMC10851403 DOI: 10.31053/1853.0605.v80.n4.40930] [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: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023] Open
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Objetive Cyclophosphamide (Cf) produces oxidative damage in rat submandibular gland (GSM). In the present work we evaluated the antioxidant protective effect of melatonin (MLT) in GSM of rats treated with Cf. Methods 40 adult male Wistar rats were divided into 5 groups (G): G1: control; G2: Control+Ethanol: treated with 1% ethanol for 10 consecutive days. On days 11 and 12 they received a dose of saline; G3: Cf: treated with 1% ethanol for 12 days, days 11 and 12 they received an intraperitoneal (i.p.) dose of Cf 50 mg/Kg/kg of saline. ) of Cf 50 mg/kg bw; G4: Cf + MLT: MLT (5 mg/kg bw, intraperitoneal, dissolved in 1% ethanol) was administered daily, days 11 and 12 received Cf same as G3; G5: MLT: treated 12 consecutive days with MLT (same dose as G4). After 12 hours of fasting, animals were anesthetized to obtain both submandibular glands, then they were sacrificed. Uric acid (UA), lipid peroxides (LPs), aqueous peroxides (APs) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity were measured in submandibular gland homogenate. Statistical analysis: we used ANOVA and Bonferroni test pos hoc, considering significant p<0.05. Results Cf treatment decreased AU concentration and SOD activity (AU, mg/mg prot., G1: 2.50±0.68; G2: 2.18±0.13; G3: 0.54±0.09* G4: 1.95±0.24#, G5: 2.64±0.47, *p<0.01 G3 vs G1, G2, G4; #p<0.01 G4 vs G3 and G5; SOD, U/mg prot, G1: 4.57±0.95, G2: 4.79±0.94, G3: 2.18±0.53*, G4: 5.13±1.10, G5: 5.09±0.39, *p< 0.01 G3 vs G1, G2, G4 and G5). MLT treatment prevented these effects. In addition, Cf increased PL and PA formation. Conclusion MLT improved the redox status in GSM of Cf-treated rats. MLT could prevent oxidative processes in GSM produced by Cf.
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- Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Odontología. Cátedra de Fisiología. Argentina..
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- Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Odontología. Cátedra de Fisiología; Instituto de Investigaciones en Ciencias de la Salud. INICSA-CONICET. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas; Argentina..
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- Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Odontología. Cátedra de Fisiología; Argentina..
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- Universidad Nacional de Cordoba. Facultad de Odontología. Catedra de Farmacología y Terapéutica "A"; Argentina..
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- Doctora en Medicina. Profesora Plenaria, Universidad Nacional de Cordoba. Facultad de Odontologia. Catedra de Fisiologia; Argentina.
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- Doctora en Ciencias de la Salud. Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Odontología. Cátedra de Fisiología; Instituto de Investigaciones en Ciencias de la Salud. INICSA-CONICET. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas; Argentina..
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- Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Odontología. Cátedra de Fisiología; Argentina..
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Park C, Ji SY, Hwangbo H, Shin SY, Kim MY, Lee K, Kim DH, Cho BR, Lee H, Choi YH, You HJ. Enhancement of Immune Functions by Limosilactobacillus reuteri KBL346: In Vitro and In Vivo Studies. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 25:141. [PMID: 38203313 PMCID: PMC10779160 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25010141] [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: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Lactobacilli have been widely used as probiotics because of their benefits for intestinal health and physiological functions. Among a variety of Lactobacillus genera, Limosilactobacillus reuteri has been studied for its ability to exert anti-inflammatory functions and its role in controlling metabolic disorders, as well as the production of the antimicrobial compound reuterin. However, the effects and mechanisms of L. reuteri on enhancing immune responses in the immunosuppressed states have been relatively understudied. In this study, we isolated an immunomodulatory strain, namely, L. reuteri KBL346 (KBL346), from a fecal sample of a 3-month-old infant in Korea. We evaluated the immunostimulatory activity and hematopoietic function of KBL346 in macrophages and cyclophosphamide (CPA)-induced immunosuppressed mice. KBL346 increased the phagocytic activity against Candida albicans MYA-4788 in macrophages, and as biomarkers for this, increased secretions of nitric oxide (NO) and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) were confirmed. Also, the secretions of innate cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6) were increased. In CPA-induced immunosuppressed mice, KBL346 at a dosage of 1010 CFU/kg protected against spleen injury and suppressed levels of immune-associated parameters, including NK cell activity, T and B lymphocyte proliferation, CD4+ and CD8+ T cell abundance, cytokines, and immunoglobulins in vivo. The effects were comparable or superior to those in the Korean red ginseng positive control group. Furthermore, the safety assessment of KBL346 as a probiotic was conducted by evaluating its antibiotic resistance, hemolytic activity, cytotoxicity, and metabolic characteristics. This study demonstrated the efficacy and safety of KBL346, which could potentially be used as a supplement to enhance the immune system.
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- Chanseop Park
- KoBioLabs Inc., Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea (K.L.); (B.-R.C.)
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- Anti-Aging Research Center, Dong-eui University, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea (D.H.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Dong-eui University College of Korean Medicine, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea
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- Anti-Aging Research Center, Dong-eui University, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea (D.H.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Dong-eui University College of Korean Medicine, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea
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- KoBioLabs Inc., Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea (K.L.); (B.-R.C.)
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- Anti-Aging Research Center, Dong-eui University, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea (D.H.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Dong-eui University College of Korean Medicine, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea
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- KoBioLabs Inc., Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea (K.L.); (B.-R.C.)
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- Anti-Aging Research Center, Dong-eui University, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea (D.H.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Dong-eui University College of Korean Medicine, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea
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- KoBioLabs Inc., Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea (K.L.); (B.-R.C.)
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- Department of Convergence Medicine, Pusan National University School of Medicine, Yangsan 50612, Republic of Korea;
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- Anti-Aging Research Center, Dong-eui University, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea (D.H.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Dong-eui University College of Korean Medicine, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Food and Nutrition, Research Institute of Human Ecology, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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Balaha MF, Alamer AA, Aldossari RM, Aodah AH, Helal AI, Kabel AM. Amentoflavone Mitigates Cyclophosphamide-Induced Pulmonary Toxicity: Involvement of -SIRT-1/Nrf2/Keap1 Axis, JAK-2/STAT-3 Signaling, and Apoptosis. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:2119. [PMID: 38138222 PMCID: PMC10744450 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59122119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Background and objectives: Cyclophosphamide (CPA) is an alkylating agent that is used for the management of various types of malignancies and as an immunosuppressive agent for the treatment of immunological disorders. However, its use is limited by its potential to cause a wide range of pulmonary toxicities. Amentoflavone (AMV) is a flavonoid that had proven efficacy in the treatment of disease states in which oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis may play a pathophysiologic role. This study investigated the potential ameliorative effects of the different doses of AMV on CPA-induced pulmonary toxicity, with special emphasis on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and apoptosis-modulating effects. Materials and methods: In a rat model of CPA-induced pulmonary toxicity, the effect of AMV at two dose levels (50 mg/kg/day and 100 mg/kg/day) was investigated. The total and differential leucocytic counts, lactate dehydrogenase activity, and levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid were estimated. Also, the levels of oxidative stress parameters, sirtuin-1, Keap1, Nrf2, JAK2, STAT3, hydroxyproline, matrix metalloproteinases 3 and 9, autophagy markers, and the cleaved caspase 3 were assessed in the pulmonary tissues. In addition, the histopathological and electron microscopic changes in the pulmonary tissues were evaluated. Results: AMV dose-dependently ameliorated the pulmonary toxicities induced by CPA via modulation of the SIRT-1/Nrf2/Keap1 axis, mitigation of the inflammatory and fibrotic events, impaction of JAK-2/STAT-3 axis, and modulation of the autophagic and apoptotic signals. Conclusions: AMV may open new horizons towards the mitigation of the pulmonary toxicities induced by CPA.
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- Mohamed F. Balaha
- Clinical Pharmacy Department, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, El-Gish Street, Tanta 31527, Egypt
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Histology and Cell Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
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- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, El-Gish Street, Tanta 31527, Egypt
- National Committee of Drugs, Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT), Ministry of Higher Education, Cairo 11694, Egypt
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Hussien SM. The impact of ionizing radiation compared to drug-induced immunological changes. Can J Physiol Pharmacol 2023; 101:672-681. [PMID: 37767909 DOI: 10.1139/cjpp-2023-0181] [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] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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Ionizing radiation (IR) activates several signaling pathways. This study shows the impact of acute low-dose IR on crucial cytokines involved in cell-mediated immunity. The immunomodulatory effects of 0.25 and 0.5 Gray (Gy) gamma rays and standard immunomodulatory drugs (cyclophosphamide) on blood counts and significant pro-inflammatory cytokines implicated in various inflammatory conditions were tested in 20 rats. Examined was the effect of acute low doses on critical cytokines, which could be utilized as an alternative to current immunosuppressive drugs. One day post-irradiation, serum levels of interferon-gamma (INF-γ), tumor necrosis factor-alpha, and interleukin-2/1-beta were measured. A 0.25 Gy exposure did not affect the detected cytokines or blood cell count compared to the nonirradiated group. On the other hand, 0.5 Gy raises the majority of the immunologically examined cytokines except for INF-γ. Except for INF-γ, cyclophosphamide reduces all of the cytokines examined. As a result, low-dose IR has a less negative influence on essential inflammatory cytokines, permitting its use. More research is needed to determine how low amounts could be used in different immunological disorders.
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- Soha M Hussien
- Radiation Safety Department, Nuclear and Radiological Safety Research Center, Egyptian Atomic Energy Authority, Cairo, Egypt
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Zhou L, Hou Y, Pan X, Wang X, Jin H, Yang X, Wang K, Ding X, Wang K, Zhu M, Pan Y, Wang W, Lu L. Trichosanthin-derived peptide Tk-PQ attenuates immune rejection in mouse tracheal allotransplant model by suppressing PI3K-Akt and inducing type II immune polarization. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 125:111081. [PMID: 37862724 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.111081] [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: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023]
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Obliterative bronchiolitis (OB) is one of the main complications affecting long-term survival of post-lung transplantation patients. In this study, we evaluated the efficacy of Tk-PQ (a peptide derived from trichosanthin) in alleviating OB in a mouse ectopic tracheal transplant model. We found that post-transplantation treatment of Tk-PQ significant ameliorated OB symptoms including luminal occlusion, epithelial cells loss and fibrosis in the allograft. In addition, Tk-PQ promoted immune suppressive environment by inducing Th2 polarization and increasing Treg population which in turn led to elevated levels of anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-4, IL-10, IL-33 and decreased levels of pro-inflammatory IL-1β. Mechanistically, we used transcriptome analysis of splenic T cells from allografted mice to show that Tk-PQ treatment down-regulated the PI3K-Akt signaling pathway. Indeed, the immune suppression phenotypes of Tk-PQ was recapitulated by a PI3K inhibitor LY294002. Taken together, Tk-PQ regulates post-transplantation immuno-rejection by modulating the balance of T cell response via the PI3K-Akt pathway, making it a promising peptide based immune rejection suppressant for patients receiving allotransplant.
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- Lin Zhou
- Shanghai Institute of Immunology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Immunology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Immunology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Central Laboratory, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Central Laboratory, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Immunology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Immunology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Central Laboratory, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China
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- Shanghai Institute of Immunology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200025, China; Central Laboratory, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200030, China.
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Wang P, Zhang L, Guo Q, Zhao L, Hao Y. Mycophenolate mofetil versus cyclophosphamide plus in patients with connective tissue disease-associated interstitial lung disease: Efficacy and safety analysis. Open Med (Wars) 2023; 18:20230838. [PMID: 38025531 PMCID: PMC10656757 DOI: 10.1515/med-2023-0838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2023] [Revised: 09/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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The decision for definitive therapy for the treatment of patients with connective tissue disease-associated interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD) is difficult. Patients with CTD-ILD received 0.5 g twice a day of mycophenolate mofetil for 2 years (MMF cohort, n = 105) or cyclophosphamide 50 mg once every other day, and the cumulative dose of cyclophosphamide should not exceed 10 g (CYC cohort, n = 140). After complete of treatment (EL), % forced vital capacity (FVC) and % diffusing capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide were increased in both the MMF and CYC cohorts as compared to before treatment (p < 0.001 for all). There were higher changes in % FVC values and a greater number of patients with significant change in % FVC (>10% change) in the CYC cohort than in the MMF cohort (p < 0.0001 for both) at EL. Patients in the CYC cohort had higher rates of leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, serious adverse effects related to treatment(s), and death than those in the MMF cohort (p < 0.05 for all). Cyclophosphamide plus prednisolone superiorly improved % FVC compared to mycophenolate mofetil plus prednisolone. Mycophenolate mofetil and cyclophosphamide improved pulmonary function. Mycophenolate mofetil is less toxic and increased patient survival.
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- Pengfei Wang
- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030032, China
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- Department of Respiratory, Shanxi Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Taiyuan, 030012, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030032, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, No.99 of Longcheng Street, Xiaodian District,, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030032, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, No.99 of Longcheng Street, Xiaodian District,, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030032, China
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Wimmer K, Sachet M, Ramos C, Frantal S, Birnleitner H, Brostjan C, Exner R, Filipits M, Bago-Horvath Z, Rudas M, Bartsch R, Gnant M, Singer CF, Balic M, Egle D, Oehler R, Fitzal F. Differential immunomodulatory effects of epirubicin/cyclophosphamide and docetaxel in breast cancer patients. J Exp Clin Cancer Res 2023; 42:300. [PMID: 37957750 PMCID: PMC10644559 DOI: 10.1186/s13046-023-02876-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Epirubicin/cyclophosphamide (EC) and docetaxel (D) are commonly used in a sequential regimen in the neoadjuvant treatment of early, high-risk or locally advanced breast cancer (BC). Novel approaches to increase the response rate combine this treatment with immunotherapies such as PD-1 inhibition. However, the expected stimulatory effect on lymphocytes may depend on the chemotherapy backbone. Therefore, we separately compared the immunomodulatory effects of EC and D in the setting of a randomized clinical trial. METHODS Tumor and blood samples of 154 patients from the ABCSG-34 trial were available (76 patients received four cycles of EC followed by four cycles of D; 78 patients get the reverse treatment sequence). Tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, circulating lymphocytes and 14 soluble immune mediators were determined at baseline and at drug change. Furthermore, six BC cell lines were treated with E, C or D and co-cultured with immune cells. RESULTS Initial treatment with four cycles of EC reduced circulating B and T cells by 94% and 45%, respectively. In contrast, no comparable effects on lymphocytes were observed in patients treated with initial four cycles of D. Most immune mediators decreased under EC whereas D-treatment resulted in elevated levels of CXCL10, urokinase-type plasminogen activator (uPA) and its soluble receptor (suPAR). Accordingly, only the exposure of BC cell lines to D induced similar increases as compared to E. While treatment of BC cells with E was associated with cell shrinkage and apoptosis, D induced cell swelling and accumulation of cells in G2 phase. CONCLUSION The deleterious effect of EC on lymphocytes indicates strong immunosuppressive properties of this combination therapy. D, in contrast, has no effect on lymphocytes, but triggers the secretion of stimulatory proteins in vivo and in vitro, indicating a supportive effect on the immune system. Underlying differences in the induced cell death might be causal. These divergent immunomodulatory effects of epirubicin/cyclophosphamide and docetaxel should be considered when planning future combinations with immunotherapies in breast cancer.
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- Kerstin Wimmer
- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria
- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Center for Cancer Research, Medical University of Vienna, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Department of Pathology, Medical University of Vienna, 1090, Vienna, Austria
- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Spitalgasse 23, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Pathology, Medical University of Vienna, 1090, Vienna, Austria
- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Spitalgasse 23, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Department of Medicine 1, Division of Oncology, Medical University of Vienna, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Spitalgasse 23, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Spitalgasse 23, 1090, Vienna, Austria
- Department of Gynecology, Medical University of Vienna, 1090, Vienna, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Department of Oncology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
- Department of Gynecology, Medical University Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria.
- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria.
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- Department of General Surgery, Division of Visceral Surgery and Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Waehringer Guertel 18-20, A-1090, Vienna, Austria
- Austrian Breast & Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG), Vienna, Austria
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Xu P, Fu G, Zhao H, Wang M, Ye H, Shi K, Zang P, Su X. Review of molecular biological research on the treatment of membranous nephropathy with Tripterygium glycosides based on TCM theory. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e34686. [PMID: 37960769 PMCID: PMC10637535 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000034686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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To explore the mechanism of Tripterygium wilfordii polyglycoside (TWP) in the treatment of membranous nephropathy (MN) by network pharmacology. TCMSP and DrugBank databases were used to screen the main targets of the main active components of Tripterygium glycosides, and OMIM and Gene Cards databases were used to search the gene targets of MN. UniProt database was used to normalize all the targets to get the intersection targets of TGs and MNs. Synergistic genes were uploaded to the STRING platform to construct a protein-protein interaction network and screen related core targets. Gene Ontology and Kyoto Genome Encyclopedia analyses of core targets were performed using the DAVID database. AutoDockTools software was used to verify the molecular docking between the active components of TGs and the synergistic genes. We identified 126 potential targets for the active component of Tripterygium glycosides, 584 MN-associated disease targets, and 28 co-acting genes. It mainly involves AGE-RAGE signaling pathway, lipid and atherosclerosis, IL-17 signaling pathway, fluid shear stress and atherosclerosis, NF-kappa B signaling pathway and other pathways and biological pathways in diabetic complications. The active component of that Tripterygium glycosides and the active site of the synergistic core target can the bond energy is less than -5kJ/mol. Tripterygium glycosides can regulate the release of inflammatory factors to treat MN through multiple active components, multiple disease targets, multiple biological pathways and multiple pathways, which provides a basis for broadening the clinical use of traditional Chinese medicine in the treatment of MN.
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- Pengyu Xu
- Shenzhen Pingle Orthopaedic Hospital/Shenzhen Pingshan District Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine/Shenzhen Orthopaedic Hospital, Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province, China
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- The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, China
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- Shanghai Pudong New Area Luchaogang Community Health Service Center, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Pudong New Area Luchaogang Community Health Service Center, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Pudong New Area Luchaogang Community Health Service Center, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Pudong New Area Luchaogang Community Health Service Center, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Pudong New Area Luchaogang Community Health Service Center, Shanghai, China
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- Shanghai Pudong New Area Luchaogang Community Health Service Center, Shanghai, China
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Kim JW, Kim JH, Kim CY, Jeong JS, Ko JW, Kim TW. Green tea extract improves cyclophosphamide-induced immunosuppression in mouse spleen and enhances the immune activity of RAW 264.7 cells. Heliyon 2023; 9:e22062. [PMID: 38034622 PMCID: PMC10682678 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e22062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Cyclophosphamide (CP) is mainly used to treat autoimmune diseases and cancer; however, it damages normal immune cells. Therefore, the effects of chemotherapy on CP are limited. Notably, green tea has been reported to effectively modulate immune function. Here, given the pharmacological properties of green tea, we evaluated the ability of green tea extract (GTE) to restore immunity suppressed by CP in vivo and to activate macrophages in vitro. GTE significantly improved the suppressed immune function, including spleen index and proliferation of spleen T lymphocytes, as revealed by histopathological examination and flow cytometry analysis. Moreover, GTE effectively activated RAW 264.7, as represented by the induction of nitric oxide, reactive oxygen species, and cytokine levels. GTE also increased the phosphorylation of mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs) and nuclear factor kappa B in RAW 264.7 cells. In conclusion, GTE ameliorated CP-induced immunosuppression in mice and stimulated immune activity in RAW 264.7 cells, possibly by activating the MAPK signaling pathway. These findings suggest that GTE has the potential to be used as a supplementary agent in chemotherapy for CP.
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- Jeong-Won Kim
- College of Veterinary Medicine (BK21 FOUR Program), Chungnam National University, 99 Daehak-ro, Daejeon, 34131, Republic of Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine (BK21 FOUR Program), Chungnam National University, 99 Daehak-ro, Daejeon, 34131, Republic of Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine (BK21 FOUR Program), Chungnam National University, 99 Daehak-ro, Daejeon, 34131, Republic of Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine (BK21 FOUR Program), Chungnam National University, 99 Daehak-ro, Daejeon, 34131, Republic of Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine (BK21 FOUR Program), Chungnam National University, 99 Daehak-ro, Daejeon, 34131, Republic of Korea
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- College of Veterinary Medicine (BK21 FOUR Program), Chungnam National University, 99 Daehak-ro, Daejeon, 34131, Republic of Korea
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Bos S, Pradère P, Beeckmans H, Zajacova A, Vanaudenaerde BM, Fisher AJ, Vos R. Lymphocyte Depleting and Modulating Therapies for Chronic Lung Allograft Dysfunction. Pharmacol Rev 2023; 75:1200-1217. [PMID: 37295951 PMCID: PMC10595020 DOI: 10.1124/pharmrev.123.000834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2023] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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Chronic lung rejection, also called chronic lung allograft dysfunction (CLAD), remains the major hurdle limiting long-term survival after lung transplantation, and limited therapeutic options are available to slow the progressive decline in lung function. Most interventions are only temporarily effective in stabilizing the loss of or modestly improving lung function, with disease progression resuming over time in the majority of patients. Therefore, identification of effective treatments that prevent the onset or halt progression of CLAD is urgently needed. As a key effector cell in its pathophysiology, lymphocytes have been considered a therapeutic target in CLAD. The aim of this review is to evaluate the use and efficacy of lymphocyte depleting and immunomodulating therapies in progressive CLAD beyond usual maintenance immunosuppressive strategies. Modalities used include anti-thymocyte globulin, alemtuzumab, methotrexate, cyclophosphamide, total lymphoid irradiation, and extracorporeal photopheresis, and to explore possible future strategies. When considering both efficacy and risk of side effects, extracorporeal photopheresis, anti-thymocyte globulin and total lymphoid irradiation appear to offer the best treatment options currently available for progressive CLAD patients. SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: Effective treatments to prevent the onset and progression of chronic lung rejection after lung transplantation are still a major shortcoming. Based on existing data to date, considering both efficacy and risk of side effects, extracorporeal photopheresis, anti-thymocyte globulin, and total lymphoid irradiation are currently the most viable second-line treatment options. However, it is important to note that interpretation of most results is hampered by the lack of randomized controlled trials.
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- Saskia Bos
- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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- Newcastle University Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., P.P., A.J.F.); Institute of Transplantation, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (S.B., A.J.F.); Hôpital Marie Lannelongue, Groupe Hospitalier Paris Saint Joseph and Paris Saclay University, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Paris, France (P.P.); Department of CHROMETA, Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases and Thoracic Surgery (BREATHE), KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium (H.B., B.M.V., R.V.); Prague Lung Transplant Program, University Hospital Motol, Department of Pneumology, Prague, Czech Republic (A.Z.); and University Hospitals Leuven, Department of Respiratory Diseases, Leuven, Belgium (R.V.)
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Abd El Salam ASG, Samaha MM, Abd Elrazik NA. Cytoprotective effects of cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon against cyclophosphamide-induced cardio-renal toxicity in rats: Insights into oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 124:111044. [PMID: 37839279 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.111044] [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: 07/10/2023] [Revised: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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Cyclophosphamide is an alkylating agent used in the treatment of various types of tumors and autoimmune diseases. Unfortunately, cyclophosphamide usage is limited in clinical situations due to its cardio-renal toxicity. The current study investigates the protective effects of cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon against cyclophosphamide-induced cardio-renal toxicity. 24 adult male Sprague-Dawley rats were assorted in a random manner into 4 groups; control, cyclophosphamide, cyclophosphamide+cinnamaldehyde (90 mg/kg) and cyclophosphamide+adipoRon (25 mg/kg), rats treated with cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon for 10 days and on the 7th day of the experiment, rats were given a single I.P. injection of cyclophosphamide (200 mg/kg). Thereafter, specimens of heart and kidney tissues were used for biochemical, immunohistochemical and histopathological analysis. Cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon attenuated the cardio-renal intoxication induced by cyclophosphamide which was manifested by a marked decrease in cardiac-renal injury markers (CK-MB, LDH, cTnI, serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen) accompanied with normalization of histopathological changes. Moreover, cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon reversed cardio-renal oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis as they have significantly decreased 8-OHdG levels, MDA contents, NF-κB, TNF-α and caspase-3 expression. On the other hand, cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon have upregulated antioxidant biomarkers; GSH concentration, Nrf2 expression as well as the anti-inflammatory cytokine; IL-10 and the antiapoptotic; BCL2. In conclusion, these cytoprotective effects of cinnamaldehyde and adipoRon suggesting the possibility of using them in combination with cyclophosphamide treatment protocols to minimize their unwanted side effects.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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Machado GU, Amparo T, Bulhões F, Machado PRL. Case report: Cyclophosphamide pulse therapy for chronic recalcitrant erythema nodosum leprosum. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1272404. [PMID: 38020095 PMCID: PMC10645054 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1272404] [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: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Chronic recalcitrant erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL) or type 2 reaction (T2R) is a severe condition found in approximately 50% of multibacillary leprosy subjects. T2R is associated with important morbidities and may lead to several disabilities, not only due to nerve damage but also due to the prolonged use of corticosteroids, thalidomide, or immunosuppressors. We describe here four leprosy patients with chronic recalcitrant ENL treated with cyclophosphamide pulse therapy. All subjects had been on prednisone and thalidomide therapy for at least 30 months but showed inflammatory activity when doses were reduced. Pulse therapy with 1.0 g of cyclophosphamide was used every 4-6 weeks for a minimum of three applications. After pulse therapy, all cases presented total or partial regression of symptoms, and we were able to taper thalidomide and prednisone doses, with better control of ENL, avoiding further hospital admissions and disabilities. No side effects were observed during or after infusion therapy. Cyclophosphamide pulse therapy may be useful and safe to control chronic recalcitrant ENL.
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- Gustavo U. Machado
- Serviço de Imunologia, Hospital Universitário Prof. Edgar Santos, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
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- Serviço de Dermatologia, Hospital Universitário Prof. Edgar Santos, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
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- Serviço de Dermatologia, Hospital Universitário Prof. Edgar Santos, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
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- Serviço de Imunologia, Hospital Universitário Prof. Edgar Santos, Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
- Instituto Nacional de Ciência e Tecnologia em Doenças Tropicais, Salvador, Brazil
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Ivanov N, Krastev B, Miteva DG, Batselova H, Alexandrova R, Velikova T. Effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines in patients with oncological diseases: State-of-the-art. World J Clin Oncol 2023; 14:343-356. [PMID: 37771630 PMCID: PMC10523189 DOI: 10.5306/wjco.v14.i9.343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 08/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/20/2023] Open
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Although the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic was declared to be no longer “a public health emergency of international concern” with its wide range of clinical manifestations and late complications, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection proved to be a serious threat, especially to the elderly and patients with comorbidities. Patients with oncologic diseases are vulnerable to severe infection and death. Indeed, patients with oncohematological diseases have a higher risk of severe COVID-19 and impaired post-vaccination immunity. Unfortunately, cancer patients are usually excluded from vaccine trials and investigations of post-vaccinal immune responses and the effectiveness of the vaccines. We aimed to elucidate to what extent patients with cancer are at increased risk of developing severe COVID-19 and what is their overall case fatality rate. We also present the current concept and evidence on the effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines, including boosters, in oncology patients. In conclusion, despite the considerably higher mortality in the cancer patient group than the general population, countries with high vaccination rates have demonstrated trends toward improved survival of cancer patients early and late in the pandemic.
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- Nedelcho Ivanov
- Department of Clinical Immunology with Stem Cell Bank, University Hospital Alexanrovska, Sofia 1431, Bulgaria
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- Medical Center Nadezhda, Medical Center Nadezhda, Sofia 1407, Bulgaria
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- Department of Epidemiology and Disaster Medicine, Medical University, Plovdiv, University Hospital St. George, Plovdiv 6000, Bulgaria
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- Department of Pathology, Institute of Experimental Morphology, Pathology and Anthropology with Museum, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
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- Medical Faculty, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, Sofia 1407, Bulgaria
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Zhang L, Chen X, Li M, Lv R, Gu B, Chen Z. Activation of the adenosine A1 receptor in the lumbosacral spinal cord improves bladder overactivity in rats with cystitis induced by cyclophosphamide. Int Urol Nephrol 2023; 55:2183-2191. [PMID: 37330931 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-023-03659-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate the effect of intrathecal administration of CCPA, an adenosine A1 receptor agonist, on voiding function in rats with cystitis induced by cyclophosphamide (CYP). METHODS Thirty 8-week-old Sprague Dawley rats were randomly divided into a control group (n = 15) and a cystitis group (n = 15). Cystitis was induced by a single intraperitoneal injection of CYP (200 mg/kg, dissolved in physiological saline) in rats. Control rats were injected intraperitoneally with physiological saline. The PE10 catheter reached the level of L6-S1 spinal cord through L3-4 intervertebral space for intrathecal injection. Forty-eight hours after intraperitoneal injection, urodynamic tests were conducted to observe the effect of intrathecal administration of 10% dimethylsulfoxide (vehicle) and 1 nmol CCPA on micturition parameters, including basal pressure (BP), threshold pressure (TP), maximal voiding pressure (MVP), intercontraction interval (ICI), voided volume (VV), residual volume (RV), bladder capacity (BC), and voiding efficiency (VE). Histological changes of the bladder of cystitis rats were studied through hematoxylin-eosin staining (HE staining). Moreover, Western blot and immunofluorescence were used to study the expression of adenosine A1 receptor in the L6-S1 dorsal spinal cord in both groups of rats. RESULTS HE staining revealed submucosal hemorrhage, edema, and inflammatory cell infiltration in the bladder wall of cystitis rats. The urodynamic test showed significant increase in BP, TP, MVP and RV in cystitis rats, while ICI, VV, BC and VE decreased significantly, indicating bladder overactivity. CCPA inhibited the micturition reflex in both control and cystitis rats, and significantly increased TP, ICI, VV, BC, and VE, but had no significant effect on BP, MVP and RV. Western blot and immunofluorescence showed that there was no significant difference in the expression of adenosine A1 receptor in the L6-S1 dorsal spinal cord between the control and cystitis rats. CONCLUSION The findings of this study suggest that intrathecal administration of the adenosine A1 receptor agonist CCPA alleviates CYP-induced bladder overactivity. Furthermore, our results indicate that the adenosine A1 receptor in the lumbosacral spinal cord may be a promising target for treatment of bladder overactivity.
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- Lin Zhang
- Department of Urology, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai, 200233, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai, 200233, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai, 200233, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai, 200233, China
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai, 200233, China.
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- Department of Urology, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai, 200233, China.
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Ayegbusi OS, Enye LA, Saka OS, Omoaghe AO. Counteractive effects of extracts of Mangifera indica on testes of Wistar Rat exposed to cyclophosphamide. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19445. [PMID: 37674830 PMCID: PMC10477475 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19445] [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: 10/03/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/08/2023] Open
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Introduction Infertility may have a variety of causes that can affect both the male and female reproductive systems. Cyclophosphamide is a drug used in chemotherapy and immune system suppression. Leaf extracts of Mangifera indica exhibit a wide spectrum of pharmacological properties which have been shown in studies, including antioxidant and protective advantages. This study evaluate the antagonistic implications of leaf extracts of Mangifera indica on the testis following the exposure to cyclophosphamide. Methods 25 male Wistar rats were assigned to five groups with five rats in each. Group A (Control), Group B (administered 150 mg of cyclophosphamide only), Group C (administered 50 mg of extracts of leaf extracts of Mangifera indica only), Group D (administered 150 mg of cyclophosphamide and 50 mg of leaf extracts of Mangifera indica) and Group E (administered 150 mg of cyclophosphamide and 100 mg of leaf extracts of Mangifera indica) for two weeks. The rats were euthanized under the anesthetic of ketamine (30 mg/kg IP). Blood was taken by cardiac puncture for biochemical examination. Testes were excised, preserved in 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin for histological investigation. One-way analysis of variance was used to examine the data, and then the Student Newman-Keul post-hoc analysis was performed. The significance of the result was assessed using p < 0.05. Results The study showed statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) in the hormonal assay, including LH, FSH, and testosterone across all test groups, with group B (cyclophosphamide only) having significantly lower levels. Cyclophosphamide administration was observed to have a negative effect on the testicular histology and immunohistochemical results and leaf extracts of Mangifera indica attenuated the damage induced by cyclophosphamide in groups D and E. Conclusion Leaf Extracts of Mangifera indica considerably reduced the effects of cyclophosphamide-induced changes in testis.
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- Olateju Seun Ayegbusi
- Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti, Nigeria
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- Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti, Nigeria
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- Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti, Nigeria
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- Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti, Nigeria
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Cao Y, Zhang S, Tang L, Chen Y, Jiang S, Liu L, Gao X. Exploring the effects of Qijiao Shengbai capsule on leukopenic mice from the perspective of intestinbased on metabolomics and 16S rRNA sequencing. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19949. [PMID: 37810141 PMCID: PMC10559567 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Qijiao Shengbai capsule (QJSB) is formulated according to the traditional Chinese medicine formula, its function is to nourish Qi and blood, improve the body's immunity. Leukopenia has been treated with it in clinical settings. However, the mechanism of leukopenia from the perspective of intestinal tract has not been reported. This study combined metabolomics and 16S rRNA sequencing technologies to investigate the mechanism of QJSB on leukopenia from the intestine. As a result of cyclophosphamide induction in mice, the results demonstrated that QJSB may greatly increase the quantity of peripheral leukocytes (including neutrophils). Meanwhile, QJSB had a restorative effect on the colon of leukopenic mice; it also increased the level of IL-2, IL-6 and G-CSF in the intestine, further enhancing the immunity and hematopoietic function of mice. Metabolic studies showed that QJSB altered 27 metabolites, most notably amino acid metabolism. In addition, QJSB had a positive regulatory effect on the intestinal microbiota, and could alter community composition by improving the diversity and abundance of the intestinal microbial, which mainly involved 6 related bacterial groups, and primarily regulates three associated SCFAs (acetic acid, butyrate acid and valeric acid). Therefore, this study suggests that QJSB can improve hematopoietic function, enhance the immune system, relieve leucopenia and improve the gut in leucopenic mice by modulating metabolic response pathways, fecal metabolites and intestinal microbiota.
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- Yu Cao
- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants and School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants and School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- Experimental Animal Center of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants and School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants and School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants and School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- Guizhou Hanfang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Guiyang 550002, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants and School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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Rihackova E, Rihacek M, Vyskocilova M, Valik D, Elbl L. Revisiting treatment-related cardiotoxicity in patients with malignant lymphoma-a review and prospects for the future. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1243531. [PMID: 37711551 PMCID: PMC10499183 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1243531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023] Open
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Treatment of malignant lymphoma has for years been represented by many cardiotoxic agents especially anthracyclines, cyclophosphamide, and thoracic irradiation. Although they are in clinical practice for decades, the precise mechanism of cardiotoxicity and effective prevention is still part of the research. At this article we discuss most routinely used anti-cancer drugs in chemotherapeutic regiments for malignant lymphoma with the focus on novel insight on molecular mechanisms of cardiotoxicity. Understanding toxicity at molecular levels may unveil possible targets of cardioprotective supportive therapy or optimization of current therapeutic protocols. Additionally, we review novel specific targeted therapy and its challenges in cardio-oncology.
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- Eva Rihackova
- Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology, University Hospital Brno and Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, University Hospital Brno, Brno, Czech Republic
- Department of Laboratory Methods, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology, University Hospital Brno and Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, University Hospital Brno, Brno, Czech Republic
- Department of Laboratory Methods, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Cardiology, University Hospital Brno and Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
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Maurer K, Ho VT, Inyang E, Cutler C, Koreth J, Shapiro RM, Gooptu M, Romee R, Nikiforow S, Antin JH, Wu CJ, Ritz J, Soiffer RJ, Kim HT. Posttransplant cyclophosphamide vs tacrolimus-based GVHD prophylaxis: lower incidence of relapse and chronic GVHD. Blood Adv 2023; 7:3903-3915. [PMID: 37156098 PMCID: PMC10405198 DOI: 10.1182/bloodadvances.2023009791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Revised: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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The ability of posttransplant cyclophosphamide (PTCY) to facilitate haploidentical transplantation has spurred interest in whether PTCY can improve clinical outcomes in patients with HLA-matched unrelated donors undergoing peripheral blood stem cell transplantation (PBSCT). We investigated our institutional experience using PTCY-based graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) prophylaxis compared with conventional tacrolimus-based regimens. We compared overall survival, progression-free survival (PFS), relapse, nonrelapse mortality, and acute and chronic GVHD in 107 adult patients receiving a PTCY-based regimen vs 463 patients receiving tacrolimus-based regimens for GVHD prophylaxis. The 2 cohorts were well balanced for baseline characteristics except that more patients in the PTCY cohort having received 7-of-8-matched PBSCT. There was no difference in acute GVHD. All-grade chronic GVHD and moderate-to-severe chronic GVHD were substantially reduced in patients receiving PTCY compared with in those receiving tacrolimus-based regimens (2-year moderate-to-severe chronic GVHD: 12% vs 36%; P < .0001). Recipients of PTCY-based regimens also had a lower incidence of relapse compared with recipients of tacrolimus-based regimens (25% vs 34% at 2-years; P = .027), primarily in patients who received reduced intensity conditioning. This led to improved PFS in the PTCY cohort (64% vs 54% at 2 years; P = .02). In multivariable analysis, the hazard ratio was 0.59 (P = .015) for PFS and the subdistribution hazard ratio was 0.27 (P < .0001) for moderate-to-severe chronic GVHD and 0.59 (P = .015) for relapse. Our results suggest that PTCY prophylaxis is associated with lower rates of relapse and chronic GVHD in patients who receive HLA-matched unrelated donor PBSCT.
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- Katie Maurer
- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Data Science, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA
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Cazzaniga M, Zonzini GB, Di Pierro F, Palazzi CM, Cardinali M, Bertuccioli A. Influence of the microbiota on the effectiveness and toxicity of oncological therapies, with a focus on chemotherapy. Pathol Oncol Res 2023; 29:1611300. [PMID: 37593337 PMCID: PMC10427764 DOI: 10.3389/pore.2023.1611300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
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Recent studies have highlighted a possible correlation between microbiota composition and the pathogenesis of various oncological diseases. Also, many bacterial groups are now directly or indirectly associated with the capability of stimulating or inhibiting carcinogenic pathways. However, little is known about the importance and impact of microbiota patterns related to the efficacy and toxicity of cancer treatments. We have recently begun to understand how oncological therapies and the microbiota are closely interconnected and could influence each other. Chemotherapy effectiveness, for example, appears to be strongly influenced by the presence of some microorganisms capable of modulating the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of the compounds used, thus varying the real response and therefore the efficacy of the oncological treatment. Similarly, chemotherapeutic agents can modulate the microbiota with variations that could facilitate or avoid the onset of important side effects. This finding has or could have considerable relevance as it is possible that our ability to modulate and modify the microbial structure before, during, and after treatment could influence all the clinical parameters related to pharmacological treatments and, eventually, the prognosis of the disease.
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- Scientific & Research Department, Velleja Research, Milano, Italy
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Insurbia, Varese, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Infermi Hospital, Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale Romagna, Rimini, Italy
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Huang Z, Liu H, Zhang X, Tang M, Lin Y, Feng L, Ye J, Zhou T, Chen L. Ceftazidime-Decorated Gold Nanoparticles: a Promising Strategy against Clinical Ceftazidime-Avibactam-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae with Different Resistance Mechanisms. Antimicrob Agents Chemother 2023; 67:e0026223. [PMID: 37358468 PMCID: PMC10353462 DOI: 10.1128/aac.00262-23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/27/2023] Open
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Nanoparticle-based antibiotic delivery systems are essential in combating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections arising from acquired resistance and/or biofilm formation. Here, we report that the ceftazidime-decorated gold nanoparticles (CAZ_Au NPs) can effectively kill clinical ceftazidime-avibactam-resistant Enterobacteriaceae with various resistance mechanisms. Further study of underlying antibacterial mechanisms suggests that CAZ_Au NPs can damage the bacterial cell membrane and increase the level of intracellular reactive oxygen species. Moreover, CAZ_Au NPs show great potential in inhibiting biofilm formation and eradicating mature biofilms via crystal violet and scanning electron microscope assays. In addition, CAZ_Au NPs demonstrate excellent performance in improving the survival rate in the mouse model of abdominal infection. In addition, CAZ_Au NPs show no significant toxicity at bactericidal concentrations in the cell viability assay. Thus, this strategy provides a simple way to drastically improve the potency of ceftazidime as an antibiotic and its use in further biomedical applications.
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- Zeyu Huang
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Laboratory Medicine and Life Science, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis and Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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