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Fan J, Zhu T, Tian X, Liu S, Zhang SL. Exploration of ferroptosis and necroptosis-related genes and potential molecular mechanisms in psoriasis and atherosclerosis. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1372303. [PMID: 39072329 PMCID: PMC11272566 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1372303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 06/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024] Open
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Objective Ferroptosis and necroptosis are two recently identified forms of non-apoptotic cell death. Their dysregulation plays a critical role in the development and progression of Psoriasis (PsD) and Atherosclerosis (AS). This study explores shared Ferroptosis and necroptosis-related genes and elucidates their molecular mechanisms in PsD and AS through the analysis of public databases. Methods Data sets for PsD (GSE30999) and AS (GSE28829) were retrieved from the GEO database. Differential gene expression (DEG) and weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) were performed. Machine learning algorithms identified candidate biomarkers, whose diagnostic values were assessed using Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. Additionally, the expression levels of these biomarkers in cell models of AS and PsD were quantitatively measured using Western Blot (WB) and real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR). Furthermore, CIBERSORT evaluated immune cell infiltration in PsD and AS tissues, highlighting the correlation between characteristic genes and immune cells. Predictive analysis for candidate drugs targeting characteristic genes was conducted using the DGIdb database, and an lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA network related to these genes was constructed. Results We identified 44 differentially expressed ferroptosis-related genes (DE-FRGs) and 30 differentially expressed necroptosis-related genes (DE-NRGs). GO and KEGG enrichment analyses revealed significant enrichment of these genes in immune-related and inflammatory pathways, especially in NOD-like receptor and TNF signaling pathways. Two ferroptosis-related genes (NAMPT, ZFP36) and eight necroptosis-related genes (C7, CARD6, CASP1, CTSD, HMOX1, NOD2, PYCARD, TNFRSF21) showed high sensitivity and specificity in ROC curve analysis. These findings were corroborated in external validation datasets and cell models. Immune infiltration analysis revealed increased levels of T cells gamma delta, Macrophages M0, and Macrophages M2 in PsD and AS samples. Additionally, we identified 43 drugs targeting 5 characteristic genes. Notably, the XIST-miR-93-5p-ZFP36/HMOX1 and NEAT1-miR-93-5p-ZFP36/HMOX1 pathways have been identified as promising RNA regulatory pathways in AS and PsD. Conclusion The two ferroptosis-related genes (NAMPT, ZFP36) and eight necroptosis-related genes (C7, CARD6, CASP1, CTSD, HMOX1, NOD2, PYCARD, TNFRSF21) are potential key biomarkers for PsD and AS. These genes significantly influence the pathogenesis of PsD and AS by modulating macrophage activity, participating in immune regulation, and mediating inflammatory responses.
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- Jilin Fan
- The First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery Ward 5, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery Ward 5, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, Shandong, China
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- Cardiovascular Department, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Cardiovascular Department, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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Liu J, Xiao Y, Cao L, Lu S, Zhang S, Yang R, Wang Y, Zhang N, Yu Y, Wang X, Guo W, Wang Z, Xu H, Xing C, Song X, Cao L. Insights on E1-like enzyme ATG7: functional regulation and relationships with aging-related diseases. Commun Biol 2024; 7:382. [PMID: 38553562 PMCID: PMC10980737 DOI: 10.1038/s42003-024-06080-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024] Open
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Autophagy is a dynamic self-renovation biological process that maintains cell homeostasis and is responsible for the quality control of proteins, organelles, and energy metabolism. The E1-like ubiquitin-activating enzyme autophagy-related gene 7 (ATG7) is a critical factor that initiates classic autophagy reactions by promoting the formation and extension of autophagosome membranes. Recent studies have identified the key functions of ATG7 in regulating the cell cycle, apoptosis, and metabolism associated with the occurrence and development of multiple diseases. This review summarizes how ATG7 is precisely programmed by genetic, transcriptional, and epigenetic modifications in cells and the relationship between ATG7 and aging-related diseases.
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- Jingwei Liu
- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Department of Anus and Intestine Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Department of Cardiology, First Hospital of China Medical University, Key Laboratory of Environmental Stress and Chronic Disease Control and Prevention, Ministry of Education, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
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- Department of Anus and Intestine Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
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- The College of Basic Medical Science, Health Sciences Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
- Key Laboratory of Cell Biology of Ministry of Public Health, Key Laboratory of Medical Cell Biology of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Tumors (China Medical University), Ministry of Education, Liaoning Province Collaborative Innovation Center of Aging Related Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Prevention, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, China.
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Zhu B, Wu H, Li KS, Eisa-Beygi S, Singh B, Bielenberg DR, Huang W, Chen H. Two sides of the same coin: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and atherosclerosis. Vascul Pharmacol 2024; 154:107249. [PMID: 38070759 DOI: 10.1016/j.vph.2023.107249] [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: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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The prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and atherosclerosis remain high, which is primarily due to widespread adoption of a western diet and sedentary lifestyle. NAFLD, together with advanced forms of this disease such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and cirrhosis, are closely associated with atherosclerotic-cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). In this review, we discussed the association between NAFLD and atherosclerosis and expounded on the common molecular biomarkers underpinning the pathogenesis of both NAFLD and atherosclerosis. Furthermore, we have summarized the mode of function and potential clinical utility of existing drugs in the context of these diseases.
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- Bo Zhu
- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America
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- Department of Diabetes Complications and Metabolism, Arthur Riggs Diabetes and Metabolic Research Institute, Beckman Research Institute, City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte, CA 91010, United States of America
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- Vascular Biology Program, Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States of America.
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Qian H, Ma S, Zhou Q, Lei C. Hsa_circ_0032389 Enhances Proliferation and Migration in PDGF-BB-Induced Human Aortic Vascular Smooth Muscle Cells. Cardiovasc Toxicol 2024; 24:111-121. [PMID: 38378972 DOI: 10.1007/s12012-024-09833-w] [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: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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Circular RNA (circRNAs) has been confirmed to participate in atherosclerosis (AS) progression. However, the role and mechanism of hsa_circ_0032389 in AS process still need to be further revealed. This study evaluates the role and mechanism of hsa_circ_0032389 in AS process. Platelet-derived growth factor-BB (PDGF-BB) was used to induce human aortic vascular smooth muscle cells (HA-VSMCs). The expression levels of hsa_circ_0032389, microRNA (miR)-513a-5p, and fibroblast growth factor receptor substrate 2 (FRS2) were examined by quantitative real-time PCR. Cell proliferation and migration were analyzed using cell counting kit 8 assay, flow cytometry, EdU assay, transwell assay, and wound healing assay. Protein expression was assessed using western blot analysis. Dual-luciferase reporter and RIP assays were used to confirm RNA interaction. Hsa_circ_0032389 was overexpressed in PDGF-BB-induced HA-VSMCs, and its downregulation inhibited HA-VSMC viability, cell cycle, EdU positive cell rate, migratory cell number, and wound closure rate under PDGF-BB treatment. The luciferase activity of hsa_circ_0032389wt could be reduced by miR-513a-5p mimic, and both hsa_circ_0032389 and miR-513a-5p were enriched in anti-Ago2, confirming that miR-513a-5p could be sponged by hsa_circ_0032389. MiR-513a-5p inhibitor reversed the effect of hsa_circ_0032389 knockdown on PDGF-BB-induced HA-VSMC viability, cell cycle, EdU positive cell rate, migratory cell number, and wound closure rate. Moreover, the luciferase activity of FRS2wt was reduced by miR-513a-5p mimic, and both FRS2 and miR-513a-5p were enriched in anti-Ago2, verifying that FRS2 was targeted by miR-513a-5p. MiR-513a-5p suppressed PDGF-BB-induced HA-VSMC viability, cell cycle, EdU positive cell rate, migratory cell number, and wound closure rate by targeting FRS2. Our results indicated that hsa_circ_0032389 enhanced PDGF-BB-induced HA-VSMC proliferation and migration via regulating miR-513a-5p/FRS2 axis.
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- Haiyun Qian
- Surgical Department of Cardiothoracic Macrovascular, Jingzhou Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University, No.26 Chuyuan Avenue, Jingzhou District, Jingzhou, 434020, Hubei, China.
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- Surgical Department of Cardiothoracic Macrovascular, Jingzhou Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University, No.26 Chuyuan Avenue, Jingzhou District, Jingzhou, 434020, Hubei, China
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- Surgical Department of Cardiothoracic Macrovascular, Jingzhou Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University, No.26 Chuyuan Avenue, Jingzhou District, Jingzhou, 434020, Hubei, China
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- Surgical Department of Cardiothoracic Macrovascular, Jingzhou Hospital Affiliated to Yangtze University, No.26 Chuyuan Avenue, Jingzhou District, Jingzhou, 434020, Hubei, China
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Zhao X, Kong X, Cui Z, Zhang Z, Wang M, Liu G, Gao H, Zhang J, Qin W. Communication between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and atherosclerosis: Focusing on exosomes. Eur J Pharm Sci 2024; 193:106690. [PMID: 38181871 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2024.106690] [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: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/07/2024]
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Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most prevalent chronic hepatic disorder on a global scale. Atherosclerosis (AS), a leading cause of cardiovascular diseases, stands as the primary contributor to mortality among patients diagnosed with NAFLD. However, the precise etiology by which NAFLD causes AS remains unclear. Exosomes are nanoscale extracellular vesicles secreted by cells, and are considered to participate in complex biological processes by promoting cell-to-cell and organ-to-organ communications. As vesicles containing protein, mRNA, non-coding RNA and other bioactive molecules, exosomes can participate in the development of NAFLD and AS respectively. Recently, studies have shown that NAFLD can also promote the development of AS via secreting exosomes. Herein, we summarized the recent advantages of exosomes in the pathogenesis of NAFLD and AS, and highlighted the role of exosomes in mediating the information exchange between NAFLD and AS. Further, we discussed how exosomes play a prominent role in enabling information exchange among diverse organs, delving into a novel avenue for investigating the link between diseases and their associated complications. The future directions and emerging challenges are also listed regarding the exosome-based therapeutic strategies for AS under NAFLD conditions.
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- Xiaona Zhao
- School of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, China; School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, China; School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China
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- Department of General Surgery, People's Hospital of Rizhao, Rizhao, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China; School of Pharmacy, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China; School of Pharmacy, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China; School of Pharmacy, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jining Medical University, Rizhao, China.
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Hu HL, Zheng HX, Yuan N, Zhai CL, Chen H, Pan HH, Qian G. CircUsp9x/miR-599/stim1 axis regulates proliferation and migration in vascular smooth muscle cells induced by oxidized-low density lipoprotein. Clin Exp Hypertens 2023; 45:2280758. [PMID: 37963203 DOI: 10.1080/10641963.2023.2280758] [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: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023]
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Circular RNAs (circRNAs) regulate the function of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) in atherosclerosis (AS) progression. We aimed to explore the role of circUSP9X in oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL)-induced VSMCs. Cell proliferation was assessed using cell counting kit-8 and EDU assays. Cell migration was evaluated using Transwell and wound healing assays. The interaction between circUSP9X or STIM1 and miR-599 was analyzed using dual-luciferase reporter and RNA pull-down assays. Their levels were examined using quantitative real-time PCR. CircUSP9X and STIM1 expression was increased, whereas miR-599 expression was reduced in the serum of patients with AS and ox-LDL-stimulated VSMCs. Overexpression of circUSP9X facilitated the proliferation and migration of VSMCs induced by ox-LDL. CircUSP9X sponged miR-599, which targeted STIM1. MiR-599 reversed the effects induced by circUSP9X, and STIM1 reversed the effects induced by miR-599. Taken together, CircUSP9X promoted proliferation and migration in ox-LDL-treated VSMCs via the miR-599/STIM1 axis, providing a theoretical basis for the role of circUSP9X/miR-599/STIM1 axis in AS.
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- Hui-Lin Hu
- Jiaxing University Master Degree Cultivation Base, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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- Jiaxing University Master Degree Cultivation Base, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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- Jiaxing University Master Degree Cultivation Base, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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- Jiaxing University Master Degree Cultivation Base, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Jiaxing Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, China
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Liu X, Lv J, Tang W, Hu Y, Wen Y, Shen H. METTL3-mediated maturation of miR-192-5p targets ATG7 to prevent Schwann cell autophagy in peripheral nerve injury. J Neuropathol Exp Neurol 2023; 82:1010-1019. [PMID: 37964653 DOI: 10.1093/jnen/nlad091] [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] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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The inhibition of miR-192-5p can promote nerve repair in rats with peripheral nerve injury (PNI) but the precise mechanisms underlying this effect remain unclear. Schwann cell (SC) autophagy mediated by autophagy-related gene (ATG) proteins has a key role in PNI but it is uncertain whether miR-192-5p affects the involvement of SC autophagy in PNI. In this study, we investigated the impact of methyltransferase-like protein 3 (METTL3)/miR-192-5p/ATG7 on SC autophagy in a rat PNI model and in an SC oxygen and glucose deprivation model. The results revealed that METTL3 stimulated miR-192-5p maturation via m6A methylation to depress ATG7 and SC autophagy and aggravate PNI. These findings provide a new target and potential basis for the treatment of patients with PNI.
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- Xing Liu
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Heilongjiang Beidahuang Group General Hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, P.R. China
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Witarto BS, Visuddho V, Aldian FM, Atmaja MSS, Ariyanto MV, Witarto AP, Wungu CDK, Susilo H, Alsagaff MY, Rohman MS. Blood-based circulating microRNAs as diagnostic biomarkers for subclinical carotid atherosclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis with bioinformatics analysis. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2023; 17:102860. [PMID: 37742360 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2023.102860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Atherosclerosis in carotid arteries can remain clinically undetected in its early development until an acute cerebrovascular event such as stroke emerges. Recently, microRNAs (miRNAs) circulating in blood have emerged as potential diagnostic biomarkers, but their performance in detecting subclinical carotid atherosclerosis has yet to be systematically researched. AIM To investigate the diagnostic performance of circulating miRNAs in detecting subclinical carotid atherosclerosis. METHODS We systematically searched five electronic databases from inception to July 23, 2022. Subclinical carotid atherosclerosis was defined using carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT). Diagnostic accuracy parameters and correlation coefficients were pooled. A gene network visualisation and enrichment bioinformatics analysis were additionally conducted to search for potential target genes and pathway regulations of the miRNAs. RESULTS Fifteen studies (15 unique miRNAs) comprising 2542 subjects were identified. Circulating miRNAs had a pooled sensitivity of 85% (95% CI 80%-89%), specificity of 84% (95% CI 78%-88%), positive likelihood ratio of 5.19 (95% CI 3.97-6.80), negative likelihood ratio of 0.18 (95% CI 0.13-0.23), diagnostic odds ratio of 29.48 (95% CI 21.15-41.11), and area under the summary receiver operating characteristic curve of 0.91 (95% CI 0.88-0.93), with a strong correlation to CIMT (pooled coefficient 0.701; 95% CI 0.664-0.731). Bioinformatics analysis revealed a major role of the miRNAs, as shown by their relation with CCND1, KCTD15, SPARC, WWTR1, VEGFA genes, and multiple pathways involved in the pathogenesis of carotid atherosclerosis. CONCLUSION Circulating miRNAs had excellent accuracy in detecting subclinical carotid atherosclerosis, suggesting their utilisation as novel diagnostic tools.
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- Medical Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Medical Program, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Physiology and Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia; Institute of Tropical Disease, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Universitas Airlangga Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia; Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Universitas Airlangga Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia; Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia
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Hong JG, Zheng HL, Wang P, Huang P, Gong DP, Zeng ZY. Hsa_ circ_0006867 regulates ox-LDL-induced endothelial injury via the miR-499a-3p/ADAM10 axis. Clin Hemorheol Microcirc 2023:CH231895. [PMID: 37694359 DOI: 10.3233/ch-231895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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Circular RNAs (circRNAs) have been reported to participate in the development of various diseases. In this study, we investigated the potential mechanism underlying the role of circRNAs in atherosclerosis. Human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were treated with 100μg/mL oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL) to simulate atherosclerosis. We observed that hsa_circ_0006867 (circ_0006867), a circRNA markedly increased in ox-LDL-treated endothelial cells, acted as a molecular sponge of miR-499a-3p and regulated its expression. This interaction led to changes in the downstream target gene ADAM10, thus affecting cell apoptosis and migration. Thus, our study suggests that circ_0006867 regulates ox-LDL-induced endothelial injury via the circ_0006867/miR-499a-3p/ADAM10 axis, indicating its potential as an exploitable therapeutic target for atherosclerosis.
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- Ji-Ge Hong
- Department of Geriatric Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Precision Medicine in Cardio-cerebrovascular Diseases Control and Prevention, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Clinical Research Center for Cardio-cerebrovascular Diseases, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Precision Medicine in Cardio-cerebrovascular Diseases Control and Prevention, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Clinical Research Center for Cardio-cerebrovascular Diseases, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Department of Health Management, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Health Management, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Health Management, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Geriatric Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Department of Geriatric Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Precision Medicine in Cardio-cerebrovascular Diseases Control and Prevention, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Clinical Research Center for Cardio-cerebrovascular Diseases, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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Li Z, Zhao Y, Suguro S, Suguro R. MicroRNAs Regulate Function in Atherosclerosis and Clinical Implications. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2023; 2023:2561509. [PMID: 37675243 PMCID: PMC10480027 DOI: 10.1155/2023/2561509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2022] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/08/2023]
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Background Atherosclerosis is considered the most common cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Athermanous plaque formation is pathognomonic of atherosclerosis. The main feature of atherosclerosis is the formation of plaque, which is inseparable from endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells, and macrophages. MicroRNAs, a small highly conserved noncoding ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecule, have multiple biological functions, such as regulating gene transcription, silencing target gene expression, and affecting protein translation. MicroRNAs also have various pharmacological activities, such as regulating cell proliferation, apoptosis, and metabolic processes. It is noteworthy that many studies in recent years have also proved that microRNAs play a role in atherosclerosis. Methods To summarize the functions of microRNAs in atherosclerosis, we reviewed all relevant articles published in the PubMed database before June 2022, with keywords "atherosclerosis," "microRNA," "endothelial cells," "vascular smooth muscle cells," "macrophages," and "cholesterol homeostasis," briefly summarized a series of research progress on the function of microRNAs in endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells, and macrophages and atherosclerosis. Results and Conclusion. In general, the expression levels of some microRNAs changed significantly in different stages of atherosclerosis pathogenesis; therefore, MicroRNAs may become new diagnostic biomarkers for atherosclerosis. In addition, microRNAs are also involved in the regulation of core processes such as endothelial dysfunction, plaque formation and stabilization, and cholesterol metabolism, which also suggests the great potential of microRNAs as a therapeutic target.
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- Zhaoyi Li
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology, Avenida Wai Long, Taipa, Macau SAR, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology, Avenida Wai Long, Taipa, Macau SAR, China
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- Faculty of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin New Territories, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology, Avenida Wai Long, Taipa, Macau SAR, China
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Li W, Gao Z, Guan QL. Tan IIA mitigates vascular smooth muscle cell proliferation and migration induced by ox-LDL through the miR-137/TRPC3 axis. Kaohsiung J Med Sci 2023. [PMID: 36912285 DOI: 10.1002/kjm2.12663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Revised: 01/29/2023] [Accepted: 02/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023] Open
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Tanshinone IIA (Tan IIA) has an important role in treatment of cardiovascular diseases, including atherosclerosis. The vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) are a major part of the atherosclerotic plaque. However, the biological functions of Tan IIA in regulating VSMCs function remain mostly unclear. This research aimed at identifying the explicit molecular mechanism that Tan IIA regulates oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL)-mediated VSMC proliferation and migration. VSMCs challenged by ox-LDL were adopted as cellular model of atherosclerosis, and suffered from Tan IIA treatment. After that, cells proliferation, apoptosis or migration were measured. The expression levels of microRNA (miR)-137, transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily C member 3 (TRPC3) and proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) were measured. The targeting relationship between miR-137 and TRPC3 was determined. It was found that Tan IIA blunted VSMC proliferation, PCNA expression and migration mediated by ox-LDL. Tan IIA promoted miR-137 level, and miR-137 knockdown reversed the influences of Tan IIA on VSMC proliferation, PCNA expression and migration in the presence of ox-LDL. TRPC3 was verified to be targeted by miR-137. Moreover, TRPC3 silencing exacerbated the influences of Tan IIA on VSMC proliferation, apoptosis and migration, and it mitigated the inhibitive effects of miR-137 knockdown on function of Tan IIA. We confirmed for the first time that Tan IIA constrained ox-LDL-stimulated VSMC proliferation and migration via regulating the miR-137/TRPC3 axis, which provided a theoretical basis for the research and promotion of Tan IIA as a therapeutic drug.
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- Wei Li
- Department of Vascular Surgery, The Second Hospital of Yinzhou District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Hospital of Yinzhou District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Taian, Shandong Province, People's Republic of China
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Cao M, Yuan D, Jiang H, Zhou G, Chen C, Han G. Long non-coding RNA WAC antisense RNA 1 mediates hepatitis B virus replication <em>in vitro</em> by reinforcing miR-192-5p/ATG7-induced autophagy. Eur J Histochem 2022; 66. [PMID: 36053263 PMCID: PMC9471915 DOI: 10.4081/ejh.2022.3438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Accepted: 07/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Long non-coding RNA WAC antisense RNA 1 (lncRNA WAC-AS1) is involved in the replication of the hepatitis B virus (HBV). The purpose of this study was to determine its functions and specific mechanism. The levels of lncRNA WAC-AS1, RNA (miR)-192-5p and were examined in serum of HBV-infected patients and in HepG2.2.15 cells using quantitative reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) and Western blotting. Using the database starBase, the target binding sites of lncRNA WAC-AS1 and miR-192-5p were predicted and confirmed by dual-luciferase reporter assay and RNA pull-down assay. The expression of pgRNA and HBV DNA was determined by qRT-PCR, while the levels of HBeAg and HBsAg were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Using laser scanning confocal microscopy, the light chain 3 (LC3) expression was analyzed. qRT-PCR and Western blotting were used to assess the expression of beclin-1, p62, and LC3I/II. Overexpression of lncRNA WAC-AS1, upregulation of ATG7. and downregulation of miR-192-5p were observed in the serum of HBV-infected patients and the in vitro model. miR-192-5p directly targets lncRNA WAC-AS1. LncRNA WAC-AS1 was downregulated in lncRNA WAC-AS1-shRNA‒transfected cells. miR-192-5p was upregulated in lncRNA WAC-AS1-shRNA-transfected cells and downregulated in cells transfected with a miR-192-5p inhibitor. In HepG2 2.15 cells, the downregulation of lncRNA WAC-AS1 inhibited HBV replication and autophagy. In contrast, the miR-192-5p inhibitor-transfected group exhibited the opposite results, and ATG7 overexpression reversed the effects of miR-192-5p mimic or lncRNA WAC-AS1-shRNA on HBV replication and cell autophagy. Our findings indicate that lncRNA WAC-AS1 regulates HBV replication by reinforcing the autophagy induced by miR-192-5p/ATG7. Consequently, lncRNA WAC-AS1 may serve as a therapeutically-promising target in HBV patients.
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- Minkai Cao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Second Hospital of Nanjing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Second Hospital of Nanjing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Second Hospital of Nanjing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Second Hospital of Nanjing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Second Hospital of Nanjing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Second Hospital of Nanjing, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing.
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