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Jijo A, Munshi I, Uppangala S, Rajendran R, LakshmiKumar RVP, Kalthur G, Kovacic B, Sachdeva G, Adiga SK. Secretomes from Conventional Insemination and Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection Derived Embryos Differentially Modulate Endometrial Cells In Vitro. Reprod Sci 2024; 31:2080-2091. [PMID: 38472711 PMCID: PMC11217100 DOI: 10.1007/s43032-024-01504-z] [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: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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Conventional Insemination (CI) and Intra-Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) are routinely used insemination methods in clinical Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) settings. However, the existing data on the developmental competence and implantation potential of CI and ICSI derived embryos are not unequivocal. This prospective study on 23 patients undergoing ART treatment explored whether the secretomes of CI- and ICSI-derived embryo differentially alter the expression of integrins (αv and β3 integrin) and MUCIN-1 (MUC-1) in a human endometrial epithelial cell line (Ishikawa). Immunocytochemical data demonstrated that the secretome of CI-derived top quality (GI) embryos induced higher (p < 0.05) expression of ɑv β3 compared to sibling ICSI derived G1 embryos in Ishikawa cells. Though, relative levels of the transcript for MUC-1, anti-adhesion molecule did not show a significant difference between the study groups, immunocytochemical analysis demonstrated significantly (p < 0.0001) higher expression of MUC-1 in cells treated with ICSI-derived embryo secretome, compared to that treated with CI -derived embryo secretome. These results suggest that secretomes from CI and ICSI embryos differentially modulate the endometrial cells in vitro. This hints at differences in the ability of CI- and ICSI- derived embryos to alter endometrial profile.
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- Ameya Jijo
- Centre of Excellence in Clinical Embryology, Department of Reproductive Science, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, 576 104, India
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- Cell Physiology and Pathology Laboratory, Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, Mumbai, India
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- Division of Reproductive Genetics, Department of Reproductive Science, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, 576 104, Manipal, India
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- Cell Physiology and Pathology Laboratory, Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Data Science, Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, 576104, India
- Department of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, 576 104, Manipal, India
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- Division of Reproductive Biology, Department of Reproductive Science, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, 576 104, Manipal, India
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, University Medical Centre, Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
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- Cell Physiology and Pathology Laboratory, Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, Mumbai, India.
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- Centre of Excellence in Clinical Embryology, Department of Reproductive Science, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, 576 104, India.
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Tiwari A, Ashary N, Singh N, Sharma S, Modi D. Modulation of E-Cadherin and N-Cadherin by ovarian steroids and embryonic stimuli. Tissue Cell 2021; 73:101670. [PMID: 34710830 DOI: 10.1016/j.tice.2021.101670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2021] [Revised: 10/01/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Endometrium is a dynamic tissue that undergoes extensive remodelling to attain a receptive state which is further modulated in presence of an embryo for successful initiation of pregnancy. Cadherins are the proteins of the junctional complex of which E-cadherin (E-Cad) is crucial for maintaining epithelial cell state and integrity of the epithelial barrier; gain of N-cadherin (N-Cad) in epithelial cells leads to epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT). In the present study, we investigated the expression of E-Cad and N-Cad in the mouse endometrial luminal epithelium and its modulation by estrogen, progesterone, and embryonic stimuli. We observed that E-Cad is diffusely expressed in the luminal epithelium of mouse endometrium during the estrus stage and upon estrogen treatment. It is apico-laterally and basolaterally sorted at the diestrus stage and in response to the combined treatment of estrogen and progesterone. In 3D spheroids of human endometrial epithelial cells, combined treatment with estrogen and progesterone led to lateral sorting of E-Cad without any effects on its mRNA levels. at the time of embryo implantation, there is loss of E-Cad along with the gain of N-Cad and SNAIL expression suggestive of EMT in the luminal epithelium. This EMT is possibly driven by embryonic stimuli as treatment with estrogen and progesterone did not lead to the gain of N-Cad expression in the mouse endometrium in vivo or in human endometrial epithelial cells in vitro. In conclusion, the present study demonstrates that steroid hormones directly affect E-Cad sorting in the endometrial epithelium which undergo EMT in response to embryonic stimuli.
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- Abhishek Tiwari
- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), JM Street, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), JM Street, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), JM Street, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), JM Street, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), JM Street, Parel, Mumbai, 400012, India.
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Klimczak AM, Franasiak JM. Peering into the window of receptivity: extracellular vesicles containing small noncoding RNAs as potential biomarkers. Fertil Steril 2021; 115:1185-1186. [PMID: 33933177 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2021.03.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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- Amber M Klimczak
- Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey, Basking Ridge, New Jersey; Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey, Basking Ridge, New Jersey; Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Mishra A, Ashary N, Sharma R, Modi D. Extracellular vesicles in embryo implantation and disorders of the endometrium. Am J Reprod Immunol 2021; 85:e13360. [PMID: 33064348 DOI: 10.1111/aji.13360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Revised: 09/25/2020] [Accepted: 10/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Implantation of the embryo is a rate-limiting step for a successful pregnancy, and it requires an intricate crosstalk between the embryo and the endometrium. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are membrane-enclosed, nano-sized structures produced by cells to mediate cell to cell communication and modulate a diverse set of biological processes. Herein, we review the involvement of EVs in the process of embryo implantation and endometrial diseases. EVs have been isolated from uterine fluid, cultured endometrial epithelial/stromal cells and trophectodermal cells. The endometrial epithelial and stromal/decidual cell-derived EVs and its cargo are internalized bythe trophoblast cells, and they regulate a diverse set of genes involved in adhesion, invasion and migration. Conversely, the embryo-derived EVs and its cargo are internalized by epithelial and immune cells of the endometrium for biosensing and immunomodulation required for successful implantation. EVs have also been shown to play a role in infertility, recurrent implantation failure, endometriosis, endometritis and endometrial cancer. Further research should set a stage for EVs as non-invasive "liquid biopsy" tools for assessment of endometrial health.
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- Anuradha Mishra
- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Mumbai, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Mumbai, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Mumbai, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Mumbai, India
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Oviductal glycoprotein 1 (OVGP1) is expressed by endometrial epithelium that regulates receptivity and trophoblast adhesion. J Assist Reprod Genet 2018; 35:1419-1429. [PMID: 29968069 DOI: 10.1007/s10815-018-1231-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2018] [Accepted: 05/31/2018] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To study the regulation and functions of oviductal glycoprotein 1 (OVGP1) in endometrial epithelial cells. METHODS Expression of OVGP1 in mouse endometrium during pregnancy and in the endometrial epithelial cell line (Ishikawa) was studied by immunofluorescence, Western blotting, and RT-PCR. Regulation of OVGP1 in response to ovarian steroids and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) was studied by real-time RT-PCR. OVGP1 expression was knockdown in Ishikawa cells by shRNA, and expression of receptivity associated genes was studied by real-time RT-PCR. Adhesion of trophoblast cell line (JAr) was studied by in vitro adhesion assays. RESULTS OVGP1 was localized exclusively in the luminal epithelial cells of mouse endometrium at the time of embryo implantation. Along with estrogen and progesterone, hCG induced the expression of OVGP1 in Ishikawa cells. Knockdown of OVGP1 in Ishikawa cells reduced mRNA expression of ITGAV, ITGB3, ITGA5, HOXA10, LIF, and IL15; it increased the expression of HOXA11, MMP9, TIMP1, and TIMP3. Supernatants derived from OVGP1 knockdown Ishikawa cells reduced the adhesiveness of JAr cells in vitro. Expression of OVGP1 mRNA was found to be significantly lowered in the endometrium of women with recurrent implantation failure. CONCLUSION OVGP1 is specifically induced in the luminal epithelium at the time of embryo implantation where it regulates receptivity-related genes and aids in trophoblast adhesion.
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Ashary N, Tiwari A, Modi D. Embryo Implantation: War in Times of Love. Endocrinology 2018; 159:1188-1198. [PMID: 29319820 DOI: 10.1210/en.2017-03082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 105] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2017] [Accepted: 12/29/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Contrary to widespread belief, the implantation of an embryo for the initiation of pregnancy is like a battle, in that the embryo uses a variety of coercive tactics to force its acceptance by the endometrium. We propose that embryo implantation involves a three-step process: (1) identification of a receptive endometrium; (2) superimposition of a blastocyst-derived signature onto the receptive endometrium before implantation; and finally (3) breaching by the embryo and trophoblast invasion, culminating in decidualization and placentation. We review here the story that is beginning to emerge, focusing primarily on the cells that are in "combat" during this process.
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- Nancy Ashary
- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research, Mumbai, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research, Mumbai, India
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- Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Indian Council of Medical Research, Mumbai, India
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Barnea E, Almogi-Hazan O, Or R, Mueller M, Ria F, Weiss L, Paidas M. Immune regulatory and neuroprotective properties of preimplantation factor: From newborn to adult. Pharmacol Ther 2015; 156:10-25. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2015.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Proliferation and decidualization of endometrial stromal cells during embryo-attachment stage in bonnet monkeys (Macaca radiata). Cell Tissue Res 2015; 361:605-17. [DOI: 10.1007/s00441-015-2117-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2014] [Accepted: 12/19/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Chaudhari UK, Metkari SM, Manjaramkar DD, Sachdeva G, Katkam R, Bandivdekar AH, Mahajan A, Thakur MH, Kholkute SD. Echography of the cervix and uterus during the proliferative and secretory phases of the menstrual cycle in bonnet monkeys (Macaca radiata). JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR LABORATORY ANIMAL SCIENCE : JAALAS 2014; 53:18-23. [PMID: 24411775 PMCID: PMC3894643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2013] [Revised: 07/03/2013] [Accepted: 07/11/2013] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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We undertook the present study to investigate the echographic characteristics of the uterus and cervix of female bonnet monkeys ( Macaca radiata ) during the proliferative and secretory phases of the menstrual cycle. The cervix was tortuous in shape and measured 2.74 ± 0.30 cm (mean ± SD) in width by 3.10 ± 0.32 cm in length. The cervical lumen contained 2 or 3 colliculi, which projected from the cervical canal. The echogenicity of cervix varied during proliferative and secretory phases. The uterus was pyriform in shape (2.46 ± 0.28 cm × 1.45 ± 0.19 cm) and consisted of serosa, myometrium, and endometrium. The endometrium generated a triple-line pattern; the outer and central lines were hyperechogenic, whereas the inner line was hypoechogenic. The endometrium was significantly thicker during the secretory phase (0.69 ± 0.12 cm) than during the proliferative phase (0.43 ± 0.15 cm). Knowledge of the echogenic changes in the female reproductive organs of bonnet monkeys during a regular menstrual cycle may facilitate understanding of other physiologic and pathophysiologic changes.
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- Uddhav K Chaudhari
- Department of Primate Biology, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India.
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- Animal House Facility, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Animal House Facility, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Primate Biology, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Primate Biology, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis, Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Parel, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Primate Biology, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai, India
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Taatjes DJ, Roth J. The Histochemistry and Cell Biology compendium: a review of 2012. Histochem Cell Biol 2013; 139:815-46. [PMID: 23665922 DOI: 10.1007/s00418-013-1098-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/29/2013] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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The year 2012 was another exciting year for Histochemistry and Cell Biology. Innovations in immunohistochemical techniques and microscopy-based imaging have provided the means for advances in the field of cell biology. Over 130 manuscripts were published in the journal during 2012, representing methodological advancements, pathobiology of disease, and cell and tissue biology. This annual review of the manuscripts published in the previous year in Histochemistry and Cell Biology serves as an abbreviated reference for the readership to quickly peruse and discern trends in the field over the past year. The review has been broadly divided into multiple sections encompassing topics such as method advancements, subcellular components, extracellular matrix, and organ systems. We hope that the creation of this subdivision will serve to guide the reader to a specific topic of interest, while simultaneously providing a concise and easily accessible encapsulation of other topics in the broad area of Histochemistry and Cell Biology.
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- Douglas J Taatjes
- Department of Pathology and Microscopy Imaging Center, University of Vermont College of Medicine, 89 Beaumont Avenue, Burlington, VT 05405, USA.
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