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Nair A, Singh R, Gautam N, Saxena S, Mittal S, Shah S, Talegaonkar S. Multifaceted role of phytoconstituents based nano drug delivery systems in combating TNBC: A paradigm shift from chemical to natural. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024:10.1007/s00210-024-03234-0. [PMID: 38953968 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-024-03234-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
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Triple negative breast cancer is considered to be a malignancy of grave concern with limited routes of treatment due to the absence of specific breast cancer markers and ambiguity of other potential drug targets. Poor prognosis and inadequate survival rates have prompted further research into the understanding of the molecular pathophysiology and targeting of the disease. To overcome the recurrence and resistance mechanisms of the TNBC cells, various approaches have been devised, and are being continuously evaluated to enhance their efficacy and safety. Chemo-Adjuvant therapy is one such treatment modality being employed to improve the efficiency of standard chemotherapy. Combining chemo-adjuvant therapy with other upcoming approaches of cancer therapeutics such as phytoconstituents and nanotechnology has yielded promising results in the direction of improving the prognosis of TNBC. Numerous nanoformulations have been proven to substantially enhance the specificity and cellular uptake of drugs by cancer cells, thus reducing the possibility of unintended systemic side effects within cancer patients. While phytoconstituents offer a wide variety of beneficial active constituents useful in cancer therapeutics, most favorable outcomes have been observed within the scope of polyphenols, isoquinoline alkaloids and isothiocyanates. With an enhanced understanding of the molecular mechanisms of TNBC and the advent of newer targeting technologies and novel phytochemicals of medicinal importance, a new era of cancer theranostic treatments can be explored. This review hopes to instantiate the current body of research regarding the role of certain phytoconstituents and their potential nanoformulations in targeting specific TNBC pathways for treatment and diagnostic purposes.
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- Anandita Nair
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi 17, Delhi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi 17, Delhi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi 17, Delhi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi 17, Delhi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, U.P, Noida, 201303, India.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Era College of Pharmacy, Era University, Lucknow, 226003, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU), New Delhi 17, Delhi, India.
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Navolokin N, Adushkina V, Zlatogorskaya D, Telnova V, Evsiukova A, Vodovozova E, Eroshova A, Dosadina E, Diduk S, Semyachkina-Glushkovskaya O. Promising Strategies to Reduce the SARS-CoV-2 Amyloid Deposition in the Brain and Prevent COVID-19-Exacerbated Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:788. [PMID: 38931455 PMCID: PMC11206883 DOI: 10.3390/ph17060788] [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: 04/29/2024] [Revised: 06/02/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, is associated with cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease (AD) progression. Once it enters the brain, the SARS-CoV-2 virus stimulates accumulation of amyloids in the brain that are highly toxic to neural cells. These amyloids may trigger neurological symptoms in COVID-19. The meningeal lymphatic vessels (MLVs) play an important role in removal of toxins and mediate viral drainage from the brain. MLVs are considered a promising target to prevent COVID-19-exacerbated dementia. However, there are limited methods for augmentation of MLV function. This review highlights new discoveries in the field of COVID-19-mediated amyloid accumulation in the brain associated with the neurological symptoms and the development of promising strategies to stimulate clearance of amyloids from the brain through lymphatic and other pathways. These strategies are based on innovative methods of treating brain dysfunction induced by COVID-19 infection, including the use of photobiomodulation, plasmalogens, and medicinal herbs, which offer hope for addressing the challenges posed by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
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- Nikita Navolokin
- Department of Pathological Anatomy, Saratov Medical State University, Bolshaya Kazachaya Str. 112, 410012 Saratov, Russia;
- Department of Biology, Saratov State University, Astrakhanskaya 82, 410012 Saratov, Russia; (V.A.); (D.Z.); (V.T.); (A.E.)
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- Department of Biology, Saratov State University, Astrakhanskaya 82, 410012 Saratov, Russia; (V.A.); (D.Z.); (V.T.); (A.E.)
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- Department of Biology, Saratov State University, Astrakhanskaya 82, 410012 Saratov, Russia; (V.A.); (D.Z.); (V.T.); (A.E.)
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- Department of Biology, Saratov State University, Astrakhanskaya 82, 410012 Saratov, Russia; (V.A.); (D.Z.); (V.T.); (A.E.)
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- Department of Biology, Saratov State University, Astrakhanskaya 82, 410012 Saratov, Russia; (V.A.); (D.Z.); (V.T.); (A.E.)
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, 117997 Moscow, Russia;
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- Department of Biotechnology, Leeners LLC, Nagornyi Proezd 3a, 117105 Moscow, Russia; (A.E.); (E.D.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Biotechnology, Leeners LLC, Nagornyi Proezd 3a, 117105 Moscow, Russia; (A.E.); (E.D.); (S.D.)
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- Department of Biotechnology, Leeners LLC, Nagornyi Proezd 3a, 117105 Moscow, Russia; (A.E.); (E.D.); (S.D.)
- Research Institute of Carcinogenesis of the N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Ministry of Health of Russia, Kashirskoe Shosse 24, 115522 Moscow, Russia
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Kavak SK, Kavak EE. Fatigue and sleep quality improvement through complete decongestive therapy in postmastectomy lymphedema: An investigative analysis. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:392. [PMID: 38806742 PMCID: PMC11133073 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08590-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effects of complete decongestive therapy (CDT) on cancer-related fatigue, sleep quality, and lymphedema-specific quality of life using validated and reliable questionnaires in cancer patients being commendable. MATERIAL AND METHODS This prospective study includes 94 patients who had postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome. The demographic characteristics of the patients were recorded. The participants' stages of lymphedema (The International Society of Lymphology), Hirai Cancer Fatigue Scale (HCFS) score, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) Global score, lymphedema-specific quality of life questionnaire (LYMQOL-ARM) score, and Global health status were recorded before and after CDT. RESULTS The mean age of the patients was 58.49 ± 10.96 years. Strong correlations were found between the severity of edema and global health status. There was a significant positive relationship between the HCFS score, PSQI Global score, LYMQOL-ARM score, and CDT. After decongestive physiotherapy, the majority of the lymphedema stages were downstaging (p < 0.05), respectively. There was also a trend toward improvement in general well-being (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION Cancer-related fatigue and sleep disturbance can persist for years after surgery in women with breast cancer. This can negatively affect the patient physically, socially and cognitively. Our study, which is the first study to investigate the HCFS score in postmastectomy patients and the relationship between PSQI Global score and CDT. The findings identify the risk factors that affect these outcomes in women with lymphedema and can provide valuable insights for targeted interventions and improved patient care.
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- Songül Keskin Kavak
- Department of Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation, Ankara Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Training And Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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Díaz-Sánchez F, García-Castro MA, Amador-Ramírez MP, Espinosa-Morales D, Varela-Caselis JL. 7-Methoxy-4-methylcoumarin: Standard Molar Enthalpy of Formation Prediction in the Gas Phase Using Machine Learning and Its Comparison to the Experimental Data. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:49037-49045. [PMID: 38162795 PMCID: PMC10753555 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c06756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Experimentally, the standard molar enthalpy of formation in the crystalline phase at 298.15 K, ΔfHm°(cr) for 7-methoxy-4-methylcoumarin (7M4MC) was calculated by traditional linear regression, which was obtained by combustion calorimetry. Similarly, the standard molar enthalpy of sublimation was determined through the standard molar enthalpy of fusion and by the standard molar enthalpy of vaporization, from differential scanning calorimetry and thermogravimetry, respectively; lately using these results, the standard molar enthalpy of formation in the gas phase was calculated at 298.15 K, ΔfHm°(g). In addition ML was used to predict the standard molar enthalpy of formation in the gas phase for the 7M4MC, constructing an experimental data set containing three kinds of functional groups: esters, coumarins, and aromatic compounds. The procedure was performed by using multiple linear regression algorithms and stochastic gradient descent with a R2 of 0.99. The obtained models were used to compare those predicted values versus experimental for coumarins, resulting in an average error rate of 9.0%. Likewise, four homodesmic reactions were proposed and predicted with the multiple linear regression algorithm of ML obtaining good results.
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- Fausto Díaz-Sánchez
- Facultad de Ingeniería
Química de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma
de Puebla, 18 Sur y Av. San Claudio, C.P., Puebla Pue 72570, Mexico
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- Facultad de Ingeniería
Química de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma
de Puebla, 18 Sur y Av. San Claudio, C.P., Puebla Pue 72570, Mexico
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- Facultad de Ciencias Químicas de la Benemérita Universidad
Autónoma de Puebla, 14 Sur y Av. San Claudio, C.P., Puebla Pue 72570, Mexico
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- Facultad de Ingeniería
Química de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma
de Puebla, 18 Sur y Av. San Claudio, C.P., Puebla Pue 72570, Mexico
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- Dirección de Innovación y Transferencia de Conocimiento
de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla, Prolongación de la 24 Sur
y Av. San Claudio Ciudad Universitaria, C.P., Puebla Pue 72570, Mexico
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Cacchio A, Calvisi V, Di Carlo G, Petralia G, Angelozzi M. Efficacy and Safety of the Phytochemical Product Linfadren in the Management of Patients With Persistent Ankle Edema Following Trauma or Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Foot Ankle Int 2023; 44:972-982. [PMID: 37724868 DOI: 10.1177/10711007231189679] [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] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND Persistent posttraumatic/postsurgery ankle edema (PPAE) is edema that persists from 2 weeks to 3 months after injury or surgery. PPAE has negative effects on the healing process and quality of life. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a phytochemical product containing diosmin, coumarin, and arbutin (Linfadren) in addition to the conventional treatment, in patients with PPAE. METHODS Between October 2018 and February 2020, 60 outpatients with PPAE (42 with ankle fractures and 18 with ankle sprains) were enrolled and randomized (1:1 ratio) to receive either 6-week conventional treatment plus Linfadren (study group) or conventional treatment alone (control group). Primary outcome was ankle edema as measured by the "figure-of-8-20" method. Secondary outcomes were ankle function measured by the Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS), and patient's overall perceived treatment efficacy. Tolerability of Linfadren was also evaluated. Assessments were performed at baseline, at end of treatment (6 weeks after baseline), and 3 months after the end of treatment (follow-up). A subgroup analysis was also conducted for the injury type (fracture/sprain) to identify if this factor affected the results of the primary outcome measure. RESULTS At the end of treatment, the study group had a significantly greater improvement in ankle edema, improved ankle function, and more patients who considered this treatment effective compared with the control group. The measured difference in circumference by the figure-of-8-20 method averaged 4% at 6 weeks and 5% at 3 months. No difference between groups was seen in rescue medication. No adverse events were recorded. Subgroup analysis revealed no significant influence of the injury type on the primary outcome measure. CONCLUSION Linfadren in addition to conventional treatment was more effective than conventional treatment alone in patients with PPAE. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I, randomized controlled trial.
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- Angelo Cacchio
- Department of Life, Health & Environmental Sciences, School of Medicine, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Life, Health & Environmental Sciences, School of Medicine, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Life, Health & Environmental Sciences, School of Medicine, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Life, Health & Environmental Sciences, School of Medicine, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Life, Health & Environmental Sciences, School of Medicine, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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Plapler PG, Cecatto RB, Socolowski MD, Martins F. Disability prevalent conditions in women. REVISTA DA ASSOCIACAO MEDICA BRASILEIRA (1992) 2023; 69:e2023S115. [PMID: 37556634 PMCID: PMC10411700 DOI: 10.1590/1806-9282.2023s115] [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: 02/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023]
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UNLABELLED Women and men can have the same illnesses, but with different prevalence and reactions to symptoms. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to emphasize that distinct traits between men and women require a different approach for each of them. METHODS PubMed and Google Scholar were searched using the following terms: Disability Evaluations, Women's health, Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis, and Lymphedema, Pregnancy. RESULTS/CONCLUSION Disease management can go beyond the symptoms, assessing the long-term consequences and possibly the disabilities they can generate, compromising the quality of life of the person, his/her family members, and eventually caregivers.
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- Pérola Grinberg Plapler
- Universidade de São Paulo, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Instituto de Medicina Física e Reabilitação, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
- Universidade Nove de Julho, Escola de Medicina – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Instituto de Medicina Física e Reabilitação, Hospital das Clínicas, Faculdade de Medicina – São Paulo (SP), Brazil
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Ao J, Pan X, Wang Q, Zhang H, Ren K, Jiang A, Zhang X, Rao Z. Efficient Whole-Cell Biotransformation for α-Arbutin Production through the Engineering of Sucrose Phosphorylase Combined with Engineered Cell Modification. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2023; 71:2438-2445. [PMID: 36701314 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.2c07972] [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: 06/17/2023]
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α-Arbutin is extensively used in cosmetic industries. The lack of highly active enzymes and the cytotoxicity of hydroquinone limit the biosynthesis of α-arbutin. In this study, a whole-cell biocatalytic approach based on enzyme engineering and engineered cell modification was identified as effective in enhancing α-arbutin production. First, a sucrose phosphorylase (SPase) mutant with higher enzyme activity was obtained by experimental screening. Next, to avoid the oxidation of hydroquinone, we established an anaerobic process to improve the robustness of the cells by knocking out lytC, sdpC, and skfA in Bacillus subtilis and overcoming the inhibitory effect of a high concentration of hydroquinone. Finally, the engineered strain was used for biotransformation in a 5 L fermenter with batch feeding for 24 h. The final yield of α-arbutin achieved was 129.6 g/L, which may provide a basis for the large-scale industrial production of α-arbutin.
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- Juwei Ao
- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, Laboratory of Applied Microorganisms and Metabolic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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Preparation and Evaluation of Diosmin-Loaded Diphenylcarbonate-Cross-Linked Cyclodextrin Nanosponges for Breast Cancer Therapy. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 16:ph16010019. [PMID: 36678517 PMCID: PMC9863171 DOI: 10.3390/ph16010019] [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: 10/29/2022] [Revised: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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In the current study, diosmin (DSM)-loaded beta-cyclodextrin (β-CD)-based nanosponges (NSPs) using diphenylcarbonate (DPC) as a cross-linker were prepared. Four different DSM-loaded NSPs (D-NSP1-NSP4) were developed by varying the molar ratio of β-CD: DCP (1:15-1:6). Based on preliminary evaluations, NSPs (D-NSP3) were optimized for size (412 ± 6.1 nm), polydispersity index (PDI) (0.259), zeta potential (ZP) (-10.8 ± 4.3 mV), and drug loading (DL) (88.7 ± 8.5%), and were further evaluated by in vitro release, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and in vitro antioxidant studies. The NSPs (D-NSP3) exhibited improved free radical scavenging activity (85.58% at 100 g/mL) compared to pure DSM. Dissolution efficiency (%DE) was enhanced to 71.50% (D-NSP3) from plain DSM (58.59%). The D-NSP3 formulation followed the Korsmeyer-Peppas kinetic model and had an n value of 0.529 indicating a non-Fickian and controlled release by diffusion and relaxation. The D-NSP3 showed cytotoxic activity against MCF-7 breast cancer, as evidenced by caspase 3, 9, and p53 activities. According to the findings, DSM-loaded NSPs might be a promising therapy option for breast cancer.
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Mazurakova A, Koklesova L, Samec M, Kudela E, Kajo K, Skuciova V, Csizmár SH, Mestanova V, Pec M, Adamkov M, Al-Ishaq RK, Smejkal K, Giordano FA, Büsselberg D, Biringer K, Golubnitschaja O, Kubatka P. Anti-breast cancer effects of phytochemicals: primary, secondary, and tertiary care. EPMA J 2022; 13:315-334. [PMID: 35437454 PMCID: PMC9008621 DOI: 10.1007/s13167-022-00277-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Breast cancer incidence is actually the highest one among all cancers. Overall breast cancer management is associated with challenges considering risk assessment and predictive diagnostics, targeted prevention of metastatic disease, appropriate treatment options, and cost-effectiveness of approaches applied. Accumulated research evidence indicates promising anti-cancer effects of phytochemicals protecting cells against malignant transformation, inhibiting carcinogenesis and metastatic spread, supporting immune system and increasing effectiveness of conventional anti-cancer therapies, among others. Molecular and sub-/cellular mechanisms are highly complex affecting several pathways considered potent targets for advanced diagnostics and cost-effective treatments. Demonstrated anti-cancer affects, therefore, are clinically relevant for improving individual outcomes and might be applicable to the primary (protection against initial cancer development), secondary (protection against potential metastatic disease development), and tertiary (towards cascading complications) care. However, a detailed data analysis is essential to adapt treatment algorithms to individuals’ and patients’ needs. Consequently, advanced concepts of patient stratification, predictive diagnostics, targeted prevention, and treatments tailored to the individualized patient profile are instrumental for the cost-effective application of natural anti-cancer substances to improve overall breast cancer management benefiting affected individuals and the society at large.
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Walker J, Tanna S, Roake J, Lyons O. A systematic review of pharmacologic and cell-based therapies for treatment of lymphedema (2010-2021). J Vasc Surg Venous Lymphat Disord 2021; 10:966-975.e1. [PMID: 34587525 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvsv.2021.09.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Lymphedema describes the accumulation of interstitial fluid that results from lymphatic failure. Lymphedema can be of primary or secondary origin and has been estimated to affect 200 million people worldwide. Secondary lymphedema is commonly due to damage to the lymphatic vessels after surgical procedures. Treatments include compression bandaging and exercise regimens. However, at present, no pharmacologic therapy has been approved. We performed a systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that had investigated pharmacologic and cell-based therapies for secondary lymphedema. METHODS We searched the databases MEDLINE, Embase, and ClinicalTrials.gov from January 2010 to May 2021. Only RCTs that had investigated pharmacologic and/or cell-based therapies for secondary lymphedema were eligible for inclusion. Those studies that had examined only active filarial infection were excluded. Two of us (J.W., S.T.) independently screened the studies for eligibility. RESULTS We identified eight RCTs that met the inclusion criteria. Overall, the studies were of poor quality with a high risk of bias. Ketoprofen demonstrated promising improvements in skin thickness and tissue histopathologic scores. Some evidence was found to suggest that doxycycline might be beneficial for nonfilarial secondary lymphedema, and a single, small RCT demonstrated that selenium might also confer some benefit. Neither synbiotics nor platelet-rich plasma resulted in reduced lymphedema volumes or symptom severity. Also, although bone marrow-derived stem cells resulted in improved symptom scores, no significant volume reduction was detected. Although positive results were demonstrated in trials investigating benzopyrones, previous meta-analyses have cast doubt on their efficacy. No two studies assessed the same intervention; thus, we could not perform a meta-analysis. CONCLUSIONS Although the results from some studies appeared promising, the available evidence at present is insufficient for any pharmacologic or cell-based therapy for patients with secondary lymphedema. Furthermore, large, high-quality RCTs are required before treatment recommendations will be possible.
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- James Walker
- Academic Department of Vascular Surgery, King's College London, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK.
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- Obetetrics and Gynaecology, The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Surgery, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand; Department of Vascular Endovascular and Transplant Surgery, Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, Christchurch, New Zealand
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- Academic Department of Vascular Surgery, King's College London, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK; Department of Surgery, University of Otago, Christchurch, New Zealand; Department of Vascular Endovascular and Transplant Surgery, Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Saeedi M, Khezri K, Seyed Zakaryaei A, Mohammadamini H. A comprehensive review of the therapeutic potential of α-arbutin. Phytother Res 2021; 35:4136-4154. [PMID: 33724594 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Cosmetic dermatology preparations such as bleaching agents are ingredients with skin-related biological activities for increasing and improving skin beauty. The possibility of controlling skin hyperpigmentation disorders is one of the most important research goals in cosmetic preparations. Recently, cosmetics containing herbal and botanical ingredients have attracted many interests for consumers of cosmetic products because these preparations are found safer than other preparations with synthetic components. However, high-quality trial studies in larger samples are needed to confirm safety and clinical efficacy of phytotherapeutic agents with high therapeutic index. Arbutin (p-hydroxyphenyl-β-d-glucopyranoside) is a bioactive hydrophilic polyphenol with two isomers including alpha-arbutin (4-hydroxyphenyl-α-glucopyranoside) and β-arbutin (4-hydroxyphenyl-β-glucopyranoside). It is used as a medicinal plant in phytopharmacy. Studies have shown that alpha-arbutin is 10 times more effective than natural arbutin. A comparison of IC50 values showed that α-arbutin (with concentration 2.0 mM) has a more potent inhibitory activity on human tyrosinase against natural arbutin (with higher concentration than 30 mM). A review of recent studies showed that arbutin could be beneficial in treatment of various diseases such as hyperpigmentation disorders, types of cancers, central nervous system disorders, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc. This study was designed to describe the therapeutic efficiencies of arbutin.
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- Majid Saeedi
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Hemoglobinopathy Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Deputy of Food and Drug Administration, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran
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Sheikhi-Mobarakeh Z, Yarmohammadi H, Mokhatri-Hesari P, Fahimi S, Montazeri A, Heydarirad G. Herbs as old potential treatments for lymphedema management: A systematic review. Complement Ther Med 2020; 55:102615. [PMID: 33221590 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2020] [Revised: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 11/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Herbs have been reported to be effective in reducing lymphedema burden. This paper aimed to review literature reporting on herbs for lymphedema treatment. METHODS A systematic review was performed using the PRISMA guideline. Clinical studies on herbal intervention and lymphedema were included. Evidence on the effectiveness of herbal interventions for desired outcomes including reduction of edema volume, other symptoms, quality of life and inflammation were collected and assessed in detail. RESULTS In all twenty studies were included in this review. Of these 14 studies were randomized clinical trials and the rest were prospective pilot studies. Herbal treatment was reported for breast cancer-related lymphedema in most studies and coumarin was the most reported herb that used for lymphedema management. Edema volume reduction (17 out of 20) and symptoms improvement (15 out of 20) were the outcomes reported in most studies. CONCLUSION Phytochemicals can be a promising pharmacotherapy for lymphedema management. However, further evidence is needed to establish definite effectiveness for the use of herbal remedies for lymphedema management.
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- Zahra Sheikhi-Mobarakeh
- Traditional Persian Medicine, Department of Traditional Medicine, School of Traditional Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, No. 8 Shams Alley, Vali-e-Asr Street, Tehran, 1516745811, Iran; Quality of Life Department, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, No.146, South Gandi Ave, Vanak Sq, Tehran, 1517964311, Iran; Integrative Oncology Research Group, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, No.146, South Gandi Ave, Vanak Sq, Tehran, 1517964311, Iran
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- Quality of Life Department, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, No.146, South Gandi Ave, Vanak Sq, Tehran, 1517964311, Iran; Medical Students Research Committee, Shahed University College of Medicine, Mostafa Khomeini Hospital, Italy Street, Keshavarz Blvd, Tehran, Iran
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- Integrative Oncology Research Group, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, No.146, South Gandi Ave, Vanak Sq, Tehran, 1517964311, Iran; Population Health Research Group, Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Traditional Medicine and Material Medical Research Center, Department of Traditional Pharmacy, School of Traditional Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, No.19, Tavaneer Alley, Vali-e-Asr Ave, Tehran, Iran
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- Population Health Research Group, Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Traditional Persian Medicine, Department of Traditional Medicine, School of Traditional Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, No. 8 Shams Alley, Vali-e-Asr Street, Tehran, 1516745811, Iran.
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Wu X, Liu Y, Zhu D, Wang F, Ji J, Yan H. Early prevention of complex decongestive therapy and rehabilitation exercise for prevention of lower extremity lymphedema after operation of gynecologic cancer. Asian J Surg 2020; 44:111-115. [PMID: 32402630 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2020.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2019] [Revised: 02/27/2020] [Accepted: 03/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate efficacy of early prevention of complex decongestive therapy and rehabilitation exercise for prevention of postoperative lower limb extremity lymphedema for patients with gynecologic cancer. METHODS 109 female patients were randomly divided into two groups, the control group who only received routine treatment and the CDT group who received both CDT and rehabilitation exercise. For rehabilitation exercise, patients received additional rehabilitation exercise strategy including professional education and full range exercise of hip joint. The incidence of lower extremity lymphedema was recorded. A simple scale for patients' lower extremity lymphedema was designed. The diameter of low limbs (both thighs and calves) was also measured The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) and the Brief Fatigue Inventory (BFI) was used for measurement of quality of life. RESULTS The incidence of lower extremity lymphedema was 15.09% cases of CDT group and 32.14% in the control group. K-M curve showed the lymphedema free time in CDT group was significantly longer. The subjective scores for heaviness of lower limbs, pain, numbness and dysfunction, as well as the diameters of both thighs and calves were lower in the CDT group. In both groups, the values of EORTC QLQ-C30-GHS and EORTC QLQ-C30-FS were significantly higher, and EORTC QLQ-C30-SS scores and BFI scores were remarkably lower. CONCLUSION Early prevention of CDT combined with rehabilitation exercise reduced incidence of lower limb extremity lymphedema and improved patients' quality of life, as well as reduced the cancer-related fatigue.
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- Xiaoli Wu
- Department of Gynecology, Nantong First People's Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Nantong First People's Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Nantong First People's Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
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- Department of Nursing, Nantong First People's Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China.
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- Department of ICU, Nantong First People's Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
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- Department of Cerebral Surgery, Nantong First People's Hospital, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Nantong, 226001, China
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He L, Qu H, Wu Q, Song Y. Lymphedema in survivors of breast cancer. Oncol Lett 2020; 19:2085-2096. [PMID: 32194706 PMCID: PMC7039097 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2020.11307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2019] [Accepted: 11/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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The tremendous improvement of survival in patients with breast cancer can be attributed to several treatment strategies, but these strategies also lead to the occurrence of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). BRCL is regularly associated with factors such as axillary lymph node dissection and local lymph node radiotherapy and manifests as an increase of >10% in the volume of affected limbs. Being overweight or having obesity (body mass index ≥25 kg/m2), an excessive number of positive lymph nodes (>8) and capsular invasion by a tumor are additional risk factors for lymphedema. It is worth assessing the risk before surgery as this can prevent the occurrence of BCRL at the initial stage of breast cancer management. The clinical utility of many diagnostic tools and lymphedema surveillance allows early stage and even subclinical BCRL to be diagnosed, and allows real-time monitoring of the disease. The early diagnosis of BRCL allows treatment at an early stage, which is beneficial to the reduction of excess limb volume and the improvement of quality of life. At present, the major therapeutic methods of BCRL include complex decongestive therapy, pneumatic compression devices, participating in exercise, microsurgery and liposuction, each of which alleviates lymphedema effectively. No medications for treatment of BRCL have yet been developed. However, the recent findings on the success of molecular therapy in animal models may remedy this deficiency. Furthermore, the volume reduction of swollen limbs without swelling rebound by transplanting autologous stem cells has been successfully reported in some pilot studies, which may provide a new technique for treating BCRL. This review aimed to discuss the pathogenesis, clinical manifestation, risk factors, advantages and disadvantages of diagnostic tools, lymphedema surveillance and the characteristics of traditional and newly emerging BCRL treatments.
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- Lin He
- Breast Center B Ward, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, P.R. China
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- Breast Center B Ward, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, P.R. China
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- Breast Center B Ward, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, P.R. China
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- Breast Center B Ward, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, P.R. China
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Zheng Y, Zhang R, Shi W, Li L, Liu H, Chen Z, Wu L. Metabolism and pharmacological activities of the natural health-benefiting compound diosmin. Food Funct 2020; 11:8472-8492. [DOI: 10.1039/d0fo01598a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Diosmin is a famous natural flavonoid for treating chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins.
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- Yizhou Zheng
- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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- College of Pharmacy
- Gannan Medical University
- Ganzhou
- China
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