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Wei J, Wang Y, Tu S, Zhang S, Feng Y, Hou Y, Ai H, Chen Z. Circadian rhythm disruption upregulating Per1 in mandibular condylar chondrocytes mediating temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis via GSK3β/β-CATENIN pathway. J Transl Med 2024; 22:662. [PMID: 39010104 PMCID: PMC11251328 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-024-05475-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA) has a high incidence rate, but its pathogenesis remains unclear. Circadian rhythm is an important oscillation in the human body and influences various biological activities. However, it is still unclear whether circadian rhythm affects the onset and development of TMJOA. METHODS We disrupted the normal rhythm of rats and examined the expression of core clock genes in the mandibular condylar cartilage of the jaw and histological changes in condyles. After isolating rat mandibular condylar chondrocytes, we upregulated or downregulated the clock gene Per1, examined the expression of cartilage matrix-degrading enzymes, tested the activation of the GSK3β/β-CATENIN pathway and verified it using agonists and inhibitors. Finally, after downregulating the expression of Per1 in the mandibular condylar cartilage of rats with jet lag, we examined the expression of cartilage matrix-degrading enzymes and histological changes in condyles. RESULTS Jet lag led to TMJOA-like lesions in the rat mandibular condyles, and the expression of the clock gene Per1 and cartilage matrix-degrading enzymes increased in the condylar cartilage of rats. When Per1 was downregulated or upregulated in mandibular condylar chondrocytes, the GSK3β/β-CATENIN pathway was inhibited or activated, and the expression of cartilage matrix-degrading enzymes decreased or increased, which can be rescued by activator and inhibitor of the GSK3β/β-CATENIN pathway. Moreover, after down-regulation of Per1 in mandibular condylar cartilage in vivo, significant alleviation of cartilage degradation, cartilage loss, subchondral bone loss induced by jet lag, and inhibition of the GSK3β/β-CATENIN signaling pathway were observed. Circadian rhythm disruption can lead to TMJOA. The clock gene Per1 can promote the occurrence of TMJOA by activating the GSK3β/β-CATENIN pathway and promoting the expression of cartilage matrix-degrading enzymes. The clock gene Per1 is a target for the prevention and treatment of TMJOA.
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- Jiaming Wei
- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China
- Department of Stomatology, Shenzhen Sixth People's Hospital (Nanshan Hospital), Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China.
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- Department of Stomatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, 600 Tianhe Road, Guangzhou, 500630, China.
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Zhou J, Zheng Z, Luo Y, Dong Y, Yan Y, Zhang Y, Tang K, Quan R, Lin J, Zhang K, Dong P, Wang R, He H, Lin N, Weng X, Mi B, Zhang Y, Chen W. Clinical efficacy of Osteoking in knee osteoarthritis therapy: a prospective, multicenter, non-randomized controlled study in China. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1381936. [PMID: 39005940 PMCID: PMC11239513 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1381936] [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: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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Background Osteoking has been extensively used for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (KOA). However, it is lack of high-quality evidence on the clinical efficacy of Osteoking against KOA and the comparison with that of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Aims To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Osteoking in treating KOA. Methods In the current study, a total of 501 subjects were recruited from 20 medical centers, and were divided into the Osteoking treatment group (n = 428) and the NSAIDs treatment group (n = 73). The Propensity Score Matching method was used to balance baseline data of different groups. Then, the therapeutic effects of Osteoking and NSAIDs against KOA were evaluated using VAS score, WOMAC score, EQ-5D-3L and EQ-VAS, while the safety of the two treatment were both assessed based on dry mouth, dizziness, diarrhea, etc. Results After 8 weeks of treatment, the Osteoking group was compared with the NSAIDs group, the VAS score [2.00 (1.00, 3.00) vs. 3.00 (2.00, 4.00)], WOMAC pain score [10.00 (8.00, 13.00) vs. 11.00 (8.00, 16.00) ], WOMAC physical function score [32.00 (23.00, 39.00) vs. 39.07 ± 16.45], WOMAC total score [44.00 (31.00, 55.00) vs. 53.31 ± 22.47) ], EQ-5D-3L score [0.91 (0.73, 0.91) vs. 0.73 (0.63, 0.83) ] and EQ-VAS score [80.00 (79.00, 90.00) vs. 80.00 (70.00, 84.00) ] were improved by the treatment of Osteoking for 8 weeks more effectively than that by the treatment of NSAIDs. After 8 weeks of treatment with Osteoking, the VAS scores of KOA patients with the treatment of Osteoking for 8 weeks were reduced from 6.00 (5.00, 7.00) to 2.00 (1.00, 3.00) (p < 0.05), which was better than those with the treatment of NSAIDs starting from 2 weeks during this clinical observation. Importantly, further subgroup analysis revealed that the treatment of Osteoking was more suitable for alleviating various clinical symptoms of KOA patients over 65 years old, with female, KL II-III grade and VAS 4-7 scores, while the clinical efficacy of NSAIDs was better in KOA patients under 65 years old and with VAS 8-10 scores. Of note, there were no differences in adverse events and adverse reactions between the treatment groups of the two drugs. Conclusion Osteoking may exert a satisfying efficacy in relieving joint pain and improving life quality of KOA patients without any adverse reactions, especially for patients with KL II-III grades and VAS 4-7 scores. Clinical Trial Registration https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.html?proj=55387, Identifier ChiCTR2000034475.
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- Jun Zhou
- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Chinese Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Wangjing Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Complex Severe and Rare Diseases, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Mini-Invasive Joint surgery, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, China
- Engineering Research Center of Chinese Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation Artificial Intelligent, Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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Wang Y, Cui J, Jiang Y, Zhang S, Chen L, Ma Z, Yang D, Zhang Z, Huang X, Yang Y, Guo J, Lu Z, Li C. Jiawei Yanghe Decoction attenuate allergic airway inflammation by suppressing group 2 innate lymphoid cells responses. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 326:117927. [PMID: 38373665 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.117927] [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: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Jiawei Yanghe Decoction (JWYHD) is modified Yanghe Decoction (YHD). YHD historically utilized as a potent medicinal solution for addressing chronic inflammatory conditions, holds promising therapeutic potential in the treatment of asthma. However, the mechanisms underlying JWYHD's effects on allergic asthma remain unclear. AIM OF THE STUDY To investigate the therapeutic effect as well as the underlying mechanisms of JWYHD on asthmatic mice. MATERIALS AND METHODS The ovalbumin (OVA)-induced mouse model was utilized, followed by the administration of JWYHD to allergic asthmatic mice. Subsequently, inflammatory cells in the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) and lung tissues were conducted. The levels of various cytokines including interleukin (IL)-4, IL-5, IL-13, IL-33, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, and interferon (IFN)-γ in BALF, as well as the total immunoglobulin E (IgE) content in serum, were assessed. Lung function and tissue pathology examinations were performed to assess the protective impacts of JWYHD. The chemical components of JWYHD and its lung prototype compounds (referred to the chemical components present in JWYHD that were observed in the lung) were explored by ultra-high performance liquid chromatography coupled to quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-Q-TOF/MS). RNA-seq analysis revealed the regulation mechanisms of JWYHD treating asthma. Furthermore, the effect of JWYHD on type 2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2s) in asthmatic mice was detected by flow cytometry and Smart-RNA-seq analysis. Then molecular docking analysis was used to show the interaction between identified compounds and key targets. RESULTS JWYHD significantly attenuated the airway inflammation of asthmatic mice, reduced the levels of inflammatory cells in BALF, as well the levels of the cytokines IL-4, IL-5, IL-13, IL-33, and TNF-α in BALF and IgE in serum. Airway hyperresponsiveness (AHR) and lung inflammation infiltration were also alleviated by JWYHD. Moreover, RNA-seq analysis revealed that JWYHD attenuated airway inflammation in asthmatic mice via regulating immunity. Flow cytometry confirmed that JWYHD could inhibit ILC2 responses. ILC2 Smart-RNA-seq analysis showed that JWYHD impaired the inflammation reaction-related signaling pathways in ILC2s, and neuropilin-1 (Nrp1), endothelial transcription factor 3 (GATA3) and interleukin 1 receptor like protein 1 (ST2) might be the key targets. The molecular docking analysis investigating the connection between the primary targets and JWYHD's prototype compounds in the lung demonstrated that liquiritin apioside, icariin, glycyrrhizic acid, and uralsaponin B, identified through UPLC-Q-TOF/MS, exhibited significant affinity in binding to the mentioned key targets. CONCLUSION Our results suggested that the mechanism of JWYHD in treating asthma might be related to limiting ILC2 responses. Our findings provided some pharmacological evidence for the clinical application of JWYHD in the treatment of asthma.
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- Yu Wang
- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China.
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- Institute of Respiratory Diseases, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200032, China.
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Zhao J, Xu L, Lv L, Wang L, Wang X, Liang C, Wang C, Qiu Y, Pei X. Network pharmacology and in vivo and in vitro experiments to determine the mechanism behind the effects of Jiawei Yanghe decoction via TLR4/Myd88/NF-κB against mastitis. Heliyon 2023; 9:e21219. [PMID: 37964842 PMCID: PMC10641157 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Background In the Qing dynasty, Yanghe decoction was as a therapeutic soup for effectively treating chronic inflammatory disorders. It was used as a therapeutic soup for effectively treating chronic inflammatory disorders. In the clinical use of Yanghe decoction, the adjustment of the medication for a variety of inflammatory diseases have therapeutic effect, including mastitis. Therefore, Jiawei Yanghe decoction (JWYHD) may be used to treat inflammatory breast diseases. Methods First, LM- and JWYHD-related components were retrieved from the database and analysis platform. Next, protein-protein interaction networks were constructed to screen the key targets, and gene ontology and Kyoto encyclopedia of gene and genome enrichment analyses were performed to predict the potential biological functions and mechanisms of JWYHD. Simultaneously, the JWYHD samples were collected and analyzed by UPLC-HRMS. Finally, in vivo and in vitro experiments were conducted to construct animal and cellular inflammation models of mastitis with LPS. Pathological changes in the mammary tissues were detected. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction, and Western blotting was performed to determine the mRNA and protein levels of inflammatory cytokines and toll-like receptor 4/myeloid differentiation primary response 88/nuclear factor kappa B signaling pathway in the breast tissues to elucidate the potential underlying mechanisms of anti-mastitis effects of JWYHD from different aspects. Results In total, 103 compounds were detected in JWYHD by UPLC-HRMS. 691 active ingredients of JWYHD were screened by network pharmacology, and 47 LM-related targets were identified. The PPI network analysis of the targets revealed the 5 core targets. The KEGG enrichment results established the NF-κB signaling pathways as the core. After JWYHD intervention, low inflammatory enrichment and mild inflammatory damage in breast tissues were observed. Furthermore, JWYHD treatment affected mammary gland inflammatory cytokines and the TLR4/Myd88/NF-κB signaling pathway by considerably reducing the respective protein levels and gene expression; thus, JWYHD alleviated LM symptoms. Conclusions We hypothesized and demonstrated the anti-inflammatory effects of JWYHD by cytokine regulation via the TLR4/Myd88/NF-κB signaling pathway. In conclusion, JWYHD showed its potential in LM treatment and in treating other acute and chronic inflammatory diseases.
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- Jing Zhao
- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361102, China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Dongfang Hospital Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100078, China
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- Fangshan Hospital Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 102488, China
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- Eye Institute of Xiamen University, Xiamen, 361102, China
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- Xiamen Hospital of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xiamen, 361015, China
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Geng R, Li J, Yu C, Zhang C, Chen F, Chen J, Ni H, Wang J, Kang K, Wei Z, Xu Y, Jin T. Knee osteoarthritis: Current status and research progress in treatment (Review). Exp Ther Med 2023; 26:481. [PMID: 37745043 PMCID: PMC10515111 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2023.12180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common chronic articular disease worldwide. It is also the most common form of OA and is characterized by high morbidity and disability rates. With the gradual increase in life expectancy and ageing population, KOA not only affects the quality of life of patients, but also poses a burden on global public health. OA is a disease of unknown etiology and complex pathogenesis. It commonly affects joints subjected to greater loads and higher levels of activity. The knee joint, which is the most complex joint of the human body and bears the greatest load among all joints, is therefore most susceptible to development of OA. KOA lesions may involve articular cartilage, synovium, joint capsule and periarticular muscles, causing irreversible articular damage. Factors such as mechanical overload, inflammation, metabolism, hormonal changes and ageing serve key roles in the acceleration of KOA progression. The clinical diagnosis of KOA is primarily based on combined analysis of symptoms, signs, imaging and laboratory examination results. At present, there is no cure for KOA and the currently available therapies primarily focus on symptomatic treatment and delay of disease progression. Knee replacement surgery is typically performed in patients with advanced disease. The current study presents a review of epidemiological characteristics, risk factors, histopathological manifestations, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment modalities and progress in KOA research.
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- Ruizhi Geng
- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Department of Anatomy and Histology, and Embryology, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Department of Orthopedics, The First People's Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan 650034, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- School of Public Health, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650032, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Department of Anatomy and Histology, and Embryology, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, P.R. China
- Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force of The People's Liberation Army, Kunming, Yunnan 650051, P.R. China
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Lin J, Huang Y, Lin X, Liu W, Wu X, Qiu H, Wang R. Bauhinia championii alleviates extracellular matrix degradation in IL-1β induced chondrocytes via miRNA-145-5p/TLR4/NF-κB axis. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19138. [PMID: 37664703 PMCID: PMC10469563 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2023] [Revised: 07/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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Bauhinia championii is a herbal medicine used to treat osteoarthritis (OA) in Chinese traditional medicine. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of this medicinal herb against OA have rarely been reported. Given that it has been established that extracellular matrix metabolism plays an important role in the pathogenesis of OA, the present study focused on the effects and mechanisms of Bauhinia championii in the regulation of extracellular matrix metabolism in chondrocytes induced by IL-1β. Rat chondrocytes were isolated, cultured and identified in vitro. The CCK-8 method was used to detect the cell viability of Bauhinia championii aqueous extract (BCAE)-treated chondrocytes. The chondrocyte inflammatory and degeneration models were induced by 10 ng/mL IL-1β, then chondrocytes were grouped into different groups to evaluate the effect of BCAE on extracellular matrix degradation and the regulation of TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway. Furthermore, whether the regulatory effect of BCAE on TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway is related to miRNA-145-5p was also investigated by cell transfection. We found that BCAE promoted chondrocyte viability in a dose- and time-dependent manner. BCAE delayed chondrocyte degeneration induced by IL-1β. BCAE could reduce the degradation of the cartilage extracellular matrix by inhibiting the TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway. miRNA-145-5p negatively regulated the expression of TLR4 in chondrocytes, while BCAE could upregulate the expression of miRNA-145-5p in chondrocytes induced by IL-1β. These results suggest that BCAE upregulates the expression of miRNA-145-5p to inhibit the TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway, thereby alleviating the metabolic imbalance of the extracellular matrix and protecting chondrocytes from degeneration.
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- Jiazhong Lin
- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, The Affiliated People's Hospital of Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou 350004, Fujian, China
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- Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou,350122, Fujian, China
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, The Affiliated People's Hospital of Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou 350004, Fujian, China
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, The Affiliated People's Hospital of Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou 350004, Fujian, China
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- Department of Articular Surgery, Quanzhou Orthopedic Hospital Affiliated to Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Quanzhou 362019, Fujian, China
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- Department of Articular Surgery, Quanzhou Orthopedic Hospital Affiliated to Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Quanzhou 362019, Fujian, China
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, The Affiliated People's Hospital of Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou 350004, Fujian, China
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Xiao SQ, Cheng M, Wang L, Cao J, Fang L, Zhou XP, He XJ, Hu YF. The role of apoptosis in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2023:10.1007/s00264-023-05847-1. [PMID: 37294429 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-023-05847-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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PURPOSE Apoptosis is an important physiological process, making a great difference to development and tissue homeostasis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic joint disease characterized by degeneration and destruction of articular cartilage and bone hyperplasia. This purpose of this study is to provide an updated review of the role of apoptosis in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis. METHODS A comprehensive review of the literature on osteoarthritis and apoptosis was performed, which mainly focused on the regulatory factors and signaling pathways associated with chondrocyte apoptosis in osteoarthritis and other pathogenic mechanisms involved in chondrocyte apoptosis. RESULTS Inflammatory mediators such as reactive oxygen species (ROS), nitric oxide (NO), IL-1β, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and Fas are closely related to chondrocyte apoptosis. NF-κB signaling pathway, Wnt signaling pathway, and Notch signaling pathway activate proteins and gene targets that promote or inhibit the progression of osteoarthritis disease, including chondrocyte apoptosis and ECM degradation. Long non-coding RNAs (LncRNAs) and microRNAs (microRNAs) have gradually replaced single and localized research methods and become the main research approaches. In addition, the relationship between cellular senescence, autophagy, and apoptosis was also briefly explained. CONCLUSION This review offers a better molecular delineation of apoptotic processes that may help in designing new therapeutic options for OA treatment.
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- Si-Qi Xiao
- Department of Rheumatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
- Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
- Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
- Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China.
- Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese medicine, Nanjing, 210029, China.
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- The First Clinical Medical College, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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You Y, Chen X, Chen X, Li H, Zhou R, Zhou J, Chen M, Peng B, Ji S, Kwan HY, Zou L, Yu J, Liu Y, Wu Y, Zhao X. Jiawei Yanghe Decoction suppresses breast cancer by regulating immune responses via JAK2/STAT3 signaling pathway. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 316:116358. [PMID: 36933872 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Revised: 02/18/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Jiawei Yanghe Decoction (JWYHD) is a widely used traditional Chinese medicine prescription in the clinical setting for the treatment of autoimmune diseases. Many studies showed that JWYHD has anti-tumor activities in cell and animal models. However, the anti-breast cancer effects of JWYHD and the underlying mechanisms of action remain unknown. AIM OF STUDY This study aimed to determine the anti-breast cancer effect and reveal the underlying mechanisms of action in vivo, in vitro and in silico. MATERIALS AND METHODS Orthotopic xenograft breast cancer mouse model and inflammatory zebrafish model were used to observe the anti-tumor effect and immune cell regulation of JWYHD. Moreover, the anti-inflammatory effect of JWYHD were evaluated by the expression of RAW 264.7 cells. JWYHD active ingredients were obtained by UPLC-MS/MS and potential targets were screened by network pharmacology. The therapeutic targets and signaling pathways predicted by computer were assessed by Western blot, real-time PCR (RT-PCR), immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining, and Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) to explore the therapeutic mechanism of JWYHD against breast cancer. At last, Colivelin and Stattic were used to explore the effect of JWYHD on JAK2/STAT3 pathway. RESULTS JWYHD significantly decreased the tumor growth in a dose-dependent manner in the orthotopic xenograft breast cancer mouse model. Flow cytometry and IHC results indicated that JWYHD decreased the expressions of M2 macrophages and Treg while increasing M1 macrophages. Meanwhile, ELISA and Western blot results showed a decrease in IL-1β, IL-6, TNFα, PTGS2 and VEGFα in tumor tissue of JWYHD groups. The results were also verified in LPS-induced RAW264.7 cells and zebrafish inflammatory models. TUNEL assay and IHC results showed that JWYHD significantly induced apoptosis. Seventy-two major compounds in JWYHD were identified by UPLC-MS/MS and Network pharmacology. It was found that the significant binding affinity of JWYHD to TNFα, PTGS2, EGFR, STAT3, VEGFα and their expressions were inhibited by JWYHD. IHC and Western blot analysis showed that JWYHD could decrease the expression of JAK2/STAT3 pathway. Furthermore, Colivelin could reverse the decrease effect of JWYHD in vitro. CONCLUSION JWYHD exerts a significant anti-tumor effect mainly by inhibiting inflammation, activating immune responses and inducing apoptosis via the JAK2/STAT3 signaling pathway. Our findings provide strong pharmacological evidence for the clinical application of JWYHD in the management of breast cancer.
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- Yanting You
- Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510280, China; School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China; Department of Oncology, Affiliated Dongguan People's Hospital, Southern Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong, 523009, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510280, China; School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China; School of Science, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Chinese Medicine, Hong Kong Baptist University, 999077, Hong Kong, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Affiliated Dongguan People's Hospital, Southern Medical University, Dongguan, Guangdong, 523009, China.
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- Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510280, China; School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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Ma Q, Yu J, Zhang X, Wu X, Deng G. Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway-a versatile player in apoptosis and autophagy. Biochimie 2023; 211:57-67. [PMID: 36907502 DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2023.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2022] [Revised: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 03/13/2023]
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The Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway is a highly conserved pathway that is involved in cell development, proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis and autophagy. Among these processes, apoptosis and autophagy occur physiologically during host defense and the maintenance of intracellular homeostasis. Mounting evidence suggests that the crosstalk between Wnt/β-catenin-regulated apoptosis and autophagy has broad functional significance in various diseases. Herein, we summarize the recent studies in understanding the role of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway in apoptosis and autophagy, and draw the following conclusions: a) For apoptosis, the regulation of Wnt/β-catenin is generally positive. However, a small amount of evidence indicates the presence of a negatively regulated relationship between Wnt/β-catenin and apoptosis; b) Wnt/β-catenin influences the occurrence and development of autophagy by regulating autophagy-related factors, and these factors in turn affect Wnt/β-catenin pathway; c) Wnt/β-catenin always balances the molecular damage caused by the crosstalk between autophagy and apoptosis in a compensatory manner. Understanding the specific role of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway during different stages of autophagy and apoptosis may provide new insights into the progression of related diseases regulated by the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
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- Qinmei Ma
- Key Lab of Ministry of Education for Protection and Utilization of Special Biological Resources in Western China, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China; School of Life Science, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China.
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- Key Lab of Ministry of Education for Protection and Utilization of Special Biological Resources in Western China, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China; School of Life Science, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China.
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- Institute of Medical Sciences, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China.
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- Key Lab of Ministry of Education for Protection and Utilization of Special Biological Resources in Western China, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China; School of Life Science, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China.
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- Key Lab of Ministry of Education for Protection and Utilization of Special Biological Resources in Western China, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China; School of Life Science, Ningxia University, Yinchuan, NingXia, China.
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Yao Q, Wu X, Tao C, Gong W, Chen M, Qu M, Zhong Y, He T, Chen S, Xiao G. Osteoarthritis: pathogenic signaling pathways and therapeutic targets. Signal Transduct Target Ther 2023; 8:56. [PMID: 36737426 PMCID: PMC9898571 DOI: 10.1038/s41392-023-01330-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 197] [Impact Index Per Article: 197.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative joint disorder that leads to disability and affects more than 500 million population worldwide. OA was believed to be caused by the wearing and tearing of articular cartilage, but it is now more commonly referred to as a chronic whole-joint disorder that is initiated with biochemical and cellular alterations in the synovial joint tissues, which leads to the histological and structural changes of the joint and ends up with the whole tissue dysfunction. Currently, there is no cure for OA, partly due to a lack of comprehensive understanding of the pathological mechanism of the initiation and progression of the disease. Therefore, a better understanding of pathological signaling pathways and key molecules involved in OA pathogenesis is crucial for therapeutic target design and drug development. In this review, we first summarize the epidemiology of OA, including its prevalence, incidence and burdens, and OA risk factors. We then focus on the roles and regulation of the pathological signaling pathways, such as Wnt/β-catenin, NF-κB, focal adhesion, HIFs, TGFβ/ΒΜP and FGF signaling pathways, and key regulators AMPK, mTOR, and RUNX2 in the onset and development of OA. In addition, the roles of factors associated with OA, including MMPs, ADAMTS/ADAMs, and PRG4, are discussed in detail. Finally, we provide updates on the current clinical therapies and clinical trials of biological treatments and drugs for OA. Research advances in basic knowledge of articular cartilage biology and OA pathogenesis will have a significant impact and translational value in developing OA therapeutic strategies.
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- Qing Yao
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Cell Microenvironment and Disease Research, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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Xiao J, Zhang G, Mai J, He Q, Chen W, Li J, Ma Y, Pan Z, Yang J, Li S, Li M, Chen B, Wang H. Bioinformatics analysis combined with experimental validation to explore the mechanism of XianLing GuBao capsule against osteoarthritis. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 294:115292. [PMID: 35447200 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 04/10/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE XianLing GuBao Capsule (XLGB) is often used to treat osteoarthritis (OA), osteoporosis, fractures, and other musculoskeleton disorders. However, the molecular mechanism of XLGB for treating OA is still unclear. AIM OF THE STUDY This study set out to uncover the molecular mechanism underlying the treatment of osteoarthritis with XLGB. MATERIALS AND METHODS Disease genes were obtained from CTD, DisGeNET, and GeneCards databases, and XLGB drug targets were obtained from ETCM and target genes predicted by XLGB metabolic components reported in the literature. Then we used the Venn diagram viewer to extract disease and drug intersection genes as potential therapeutic genes for Protein-protein interaction (PPI), GO terminology, and KEGG pathway analysis. Subsequently, we performed qRT-PCR, Western blot and histological analysis to validate the therapeutic effect of XLGB against OA and its molecular mechanism. RESULTS A total of 1039 OA genes and 949 XLGB target genes were collected, and finally 188 potential therapeutic target genes were obtained. PPI network analysis indicated that the main target genes for XLGB to treat OA include Akt1, Mapk3, Il-6, Il-1β, Ptgs2, Mmp9, etc. The results of KEGG and GO enrichment analysis suggested that XLGB may treat OA by anti-inflammatory and reducing extracellular matrix degradation. In vitro, XLGB down-regulated the expressions of Mmp3, Mmp9, Mmp12, Mmp13, Cox-2, Il-6, increased the expression of Collagen II and Sox9. Mechanistically, XLGB inhibits the activation of PI3K/AKT/NF-κB and MAPK pathways. Moreover, the results of animal experiments indicated that XLGB reduced cartilage destruction, bone resorption, and synovitis in osteoarthritic rats. CONCLUSIONS XLGB has a protective effect against OA by suppressing PI3K/AKT/NF-κB and MAPK signaling. Our study provides a theoretical basis for XLGB in the treatment of osteoarthritis.
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- Jiacong Xiao
- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- 1st School of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China; The Laboratory of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Lingnan Medical Research Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, 12 Jichang Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou, 510405, PR China.
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Deciphering the Metabolomics-Based Intervention of Yanghe Decoction on Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2022:6215573. [PMID: 35873647 PMCID: PMC9307328 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6215573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 05/05/2022] [Accepted: 05/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Background Yanghe decoction is a famous formula consisting of Rehmannia, deer horn gum, cinnamon, rue, Ephedra, ginger charcoal, and licorice. However, few studies have explored the role of the potential mechanism of Yanghe decoction in the treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis by metabolomics. Methods Nine mice were randomly divided into three groups: control group (group C), model group (group M), and drug administration group (group T), with three mice in each group. Mice in groups M and T were established as models of Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and group T was treated with Yanghe decoction. The metabolome of plasma samples from each group of mice was determined using mass spectrometry coupled with high-performance liquid and gas phases, and nuclear magnetic resonance. Based on the three assays, principal component analysis was performed on all samples, as well as orthogonal partial least squares-discriminant analysis and differential metabolite molecules for groups M and T. Subsequently, pathway enrichment analysis was performed, and the intersection was taken for the differential metabolites screened in the M and T groups. The levels of inflammatory factors IL-35 and IL-6 within the serum of each group of mice were detected. Results The difference analysis showed that a total of 38 differential metabolites were screened based on mass spectrometry coupled with the high-performance liquid phase, 120 differential metabolites were screened based on mass spectrometry coupled with gas phase, and a total of α-glucose and β-glucose were the differential metabolites analyzed based on NMR test results. The pathways enriched by the differential metabolites in the M and T groups were intersected, and a total of 5 common pathways were obtained (amino acid tRNA biosynthesis, D-glutamine and D-glutamate metabolism, tryptophan metabolism, nitrogen metabolism, and arginine and proline metabolism). The results also showed a significant decrease in the serum inflammatory factor IL-35 and a significant increase in IL-6 in mice from group M compared with group C, while a significant increase in the serum inflammatory factor IL-35 and a significant decrease in IL-6 in mice from group T compared with group M. Conclusion Our study reveals the metabolites as well as a metabolic network that can be altered by Yanghe decoction treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and shows that Yanghe decoction can effectively reduce the level of inflammatory factors in Hashimoto's thyroid.
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Jiawei Yanghe Decoction Regulates Bone-Lipid Balance through the BMP-SMAD Signaling Pathway to Promote Osteogenic Differentiation of Bone Mesenchymal Stem Cells. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2022; 2022:2885419. [PMID: 35769158 PMCID: PMC9236768 DOI: 10.1155/2022/2885419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Accepted: 05/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background The Jiawei Yanghe decoction (JWYHD) is a traditional Chinese medicine formula for the treatment of osteoporosis, but its therapeutic mechanism has not been fully elucidated, and the therapeutic target of the intervention disease needs to be further verified. The dysfunction of bone mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) is considered to be an important pathogenesis of postmenopausal osteoporosis (PMOP). The purpose of this study was to explore how JWYHD regulates BMSC differentiation through the BMP-SMAD signal pathway. Methods In the in vivo study, we used an ovariectomized PMOP rat (n = 36, 2-month-old, 200 ± 20 g) model and femur micro-CT analysis to study the effect of JWYHD on bone loss in rats. By immunofluorescence, the translocation expression of BMP2, a key protein in the pathway, was detected. Serum bone metabolism was detected by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity was detected by alkaline phosphatase staining (ALPS), osteogenesis and matrix mineralization were detected by alizarin red staining (ARS), the adipogenic ability of BMSCs was detected by oil red staining (ORS), and CFU is used to detect the ability of cells to form colonies. The expression of related proteins was detected by western blotting. Results In vivo and in vitro, the OP phenotypes of SD rats induced by ovariectomy (OVX) included impaired bone mineral density and microstructure, abnormal bone metabolism, and impaired MSC differentiation potential. JWYHD treatment reversed this trend and restored the differentiation potential of MSCs. JWYHD medicated serum and direct intervention of drugs activated the BMP-SMAD signaling pathway, promoted the osteogenic differentiation of BMSCs, and inhibited their adipogenic differentiation. Conclusions Our data identified that JWYHD is an effective alternative drug for the treatment of PMOP that functions to stimulate the differentiation of BMSCs into osteoblasts in the BMP-SMAD signaling-dependent mechanism.
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Yanghe Decoction Effectively Alleviates Lung Injury and Immune Disorder in Asthmatic Mice Induced by Ovalbumin. COMPUTATIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND NEUROSCIENCE 2022; 2022:6040575. [PMID: 35571714 PMCID: PMC9098286 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6040575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2021] [Revised: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Objective. To probe into the ameliorative effect of Yanghe Decoction on pulmonary injury and immunologic derangement in asthmatic mice. Methods. C57BL/6 mice were randomized into control (Con), Model, and Yanghe Decoction (YHF) groups, with 12 in each. The asthma model of adult female mice was induced by ovalbumin in the Model group, and the YHF group was treated by Yanghe Decoction on the basis of asthma modeling. The Con group received the same amount of normal saline. Inspiratory resistance (Ri), expiratory resistance (Re), lung compliance (CL), and maximal voluntary ventilation (MVV) were measured after modeling. Lung tissue was collected for the measurement of interleukin (IL)-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-10, IL-13, and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) by ELISA kits. Combined with HE staining and PAS staining, the pathological alterations of the lung in each group were observed, and CD4+, Th2, and Th1 contents were determined by flow cytometry (FCM). Results. The pulmonary function (PF) test revealed notably reduced Ri and Re as well as enhanced CL and MVV in asthmatic mice after the application of Yanghe Decoction. Yanghe Decoction dramatically ameliorated the pathological changes of lung tissue in asthmatic mice, as demonstrated by the staining results. ELISA results showed that Yanghe Decoction validly reduces lung tissue IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-13, TNF-α and upregulates IL-10 in asthmatic mice. FCM indicated that Yanghe Decoction obviously reduced the number of Th1 and Th2 cells in asthmatic mice, although it caused the decrease of CD4+ cells, but the difference was not statistically significant. Conclusions. Yanghe Decoction can effectively ameliorate the inflammatory reaction, immune cell disorder, and PF injury in ovalbumin-induced asthmatic mice.
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Wu SS, Hao LJ, Shi YY, Lu ZJ, Yu JL, Jiang SQ, Liu QL, Wang T, Guo SY, Li P, Li F. Network Pharmacology-Based Analysis on the Effects and Mechanism of the Wang-Bi Capsule for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:7825-7836. [PMID: 35284738 PMCID: PMC8908527 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c06729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2021] [Accepted: 01/26/2022] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Wang-Bi capsule (WB) is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)-based herbal formula, and it has been used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in China for many years. Additionally, WB is also used as a supplement to the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) in clinical practice. Our research aimed to reveal the therapeutic effects and underling mechanism of WB on RA and OA through computational system pharmacology analysis and experimental study. Based on network pharmacology analysis, a total of 173 bioactive compounds interacted with 417 common gene targets related to WB, RA, and OA, which mainly involved the PI3K-Akt signaling pathway. In addition, the serine-threonine protein kinase 1 (AKT1) might be a core gene protein for the action of WB, which was further emphasized by molecular docking. Moreover, the anti-inflammatory activity of WB in vitro was confirmed by reducing NO production in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced RAW264.7 cells. The anti-RA and OA effects of WB in vivo were confirmed by ameliorating the disease symptoms of collagen II-induced RA (CIA) and monosodium iodoacetate-induced OA (MIA) in rats, respectively. Furthermore, the role of the PI3K-Akt pathway in the action of WB was preliminarily verified by western blot analysis. In conclusion, our study elucidated that WB is a potentially effective strategy for the treatment of RA and OA, which might be achieved by regulating the PI3K-Akt pathway. It provides us with systematic insights into the effects and mechanism of WB on RA and OA.
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- Shan-Shan Wu
- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- School
of Science, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
- College
of Pharmacy, Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi 830011, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
- College
of Pharmacy, Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi 830011, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- School
of Chinese Materia Medica and Yunnan Key Laboratory of Southern Medicinal
Resource, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming 650000, China
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- China
Resources Sanjiu Medical & Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., Shenzhen 518110, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China
Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
- College
of Pharmacy, Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi 830011, China
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Yu H, Liu Y, Yang X, He J, Zhong Q, Guo X. The anti‑inflammation effect of strontium ranelate on rat chondrocytes with or without IL‑1β in vitro. Exp Ther Med 2022; 23:208. [PMID: 35126711 PMCID: PMC8796647 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2022.11131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJ-OA) is a common disease with a high level of inflammation in the joint micro-environment and cartilage degradation. Anti-inflammation and cartilage regeneration are the key therapies for TMJ-OA, but currently, there are no novel medicines or treatments that can control its pathogenic progression. Strontium ranelate (SrR) is an anti-osteoporosis drug and is now considered a promising anti-OA drug, but the anti-inflammatory effect of SrR remains to be elucidated. In the present study, the anti-inflammatory effect of SrR in a normal or high IL-1β environment was observed. Cell viability under the treatment of SrR was tested using Cell Counting Kit-8. Toluidine blue staining, immunofluorescence staining, hydroxyproline assay, PCR assay and western blotting were used to detect the expression of collagen (Col)II, proteoglycans (PG) and aggrecan as a reflection of extracellular matrix synthesis and MMP-9,13 hydroxyproline was used as an inflammation indicator. IL-1β of 10 ng/ml was added to the culture medium as inflammation environment and the tests of those biomarkers were done again. Then, the changes in β-catenin were also studied by immunofluorescence staining, PCR assay and western blotting to explore the possible involvement of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway. The results showed a significant inhibition of MMP-9, MMP-13, β-catenin and promotion of Col-II, PG and aggrecan in normal chondrocytes. The presence of IL-1β markedly upregulated the expression of MMP-9, MMP-13 and β-catenin while suppressing Col-II and PG and SrR partially reversed this trend. In conclusion, SrR decreased MMPs but promoted Col-II, aggrecan and PG synthesis in rat chondrocytes with or without the presence of IL-1β and SrR attenuated the IL-1β-induced increase in β-catenin, thus reducing the inflammatory reaction.
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- Hao Yu
- Department of Prosthodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001, P.R. China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001, P.R. China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001, P.R. China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001, P.R. China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001, P.R. China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Shanghai Stomatological Hospital, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001, P.R. China
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Gu H, Xu Z, Zhang J, Wei Y, Cheng L, Wang J. circ_0038718 promotes colon cancer cell malignant progression via the miR-195-5p/Axin2 signaling axis and also effect Wnt/β-catenin signal pathway. BMC Genomics 2021; 22:768. [PMID: 34706645 PMCID: PMC8555003 DOI: 10.1186/s12864-021-07880-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Colon cancer (CC) is one of the most common cancers whose progression is regulated by a number of factors, including circular RNAs (circRNAs). Nonetheless, circ_0038718 is a novel circRNA, and its regulatory mechanism in CC remains unclear. METHODS Real-time quantitative PCR (qRT-PCR) was performed to detect the expression of circ_0038718, miR-195-5p and Axin2. Western blot was conducted to determine the protein expression of Axin2 and the key proteins on Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Oligo (dT) 18 primers and RNase R were employed to identify the circular features of circ_0038718, and the location of circ_0038718 in cells was detected via nucleocytoplasmic separation. Dual-luciferase reporter assay and RNA binding protein immunoprecipitation experiment were carried out to investigate the molecular mechanism of circ_0038718/miR-195-5p/Axin2. Additionally, MTT assay was conducted to assess cell proliferation; Transwell assay was performed to evaluate cell migration and invasion, respectively. The effect of circ_0038718 on CC tumor growth was tested through tumor formation in nude mice. RESULTS circ_0038718 was highly expressed in CC and could sponge miR-195-5p in cytoplasm. Silencing circ_0038718 suppressed the proliferative, migratory and invasive abilities of CC cells, while the promoting effect of high circ_0038718 expression on CC cells was reversed upon miR-195-5p over-expression. Axin2 was a downstream target of miR-195-5p and could regulate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Axin2 expression was modulated by circ_0038718/miR-195-5p. Knockdown of Axin2 could also attenuate the promoting effect of high circ_0038718 expression on CC cell malignant progression, thus inhibiting tumor growth. CONCLUSION circ_0038718 is able to facilitate CC cell malignant progression via the miR-195-5p/Axin2 axis, which will provide a new idea for finding a novel targeted treatment of CC.
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- Haitao Gu
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, 288 Tianwen Dadao Road, Nanan District, Chongqing, 401336, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, 288 Tianwen Dadao Road, Nanan District, Chongqing, 401336, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, 288 Tianwen Dadao Road, Nanan District, Chongqing, 401336, China
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- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Pharmaceutical Translation, Shanghai, 200231, China
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- Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Pharmaceutical Translation, Shanghai, 200231, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, 288 Tianwen Dadao Road, Nanan District, Chongqing, 401336, China.
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Chen M, Huang L, Lv Y, Li L, Dong Q. Sulforaphane protects against oxidative stress‑induced apoptosis via activating SIRT1 in mouse osteoarthritis. Mol Med Rep 2021; 24:612. [PMID: 34184072 PMCID: PMC8258469 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2021.12251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2020] [Accepted: 02/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of human joint disease, is characterized by progressive degeneration of the articular cartilage, synovitis and subchondral osteoporosis. Chondrocyte apoptosis is the primary pathogenic mechanism of OA and is considered to be a potential therapeutic target. Sulforaphane (SFN), a dietary isothiocyanate obtained from cruciferous vegetables, has been reported to exert an anti‑apoptotic effect by activating sirtuin 1 (SIRT1). To the best of our knowledge, however, the effects of SFN on apoptotic responses in OA have not been reported. In the present study, SFN was shown to significantly inhibit chondrocyte apoptosis while enhancing expression levels of SIRT1 in a H2O2‑induced OA mouse model. The anti‑apoptotic effect of SFN was reversed by SIRT1 small interfering RNA, implying that SIRT1 exerted a protective role against the effect of SFN on chondrocytes. The expression levels of C/EBP homologous protein, 78‑kDa glucose regulated protein, Bax, Bcl‑2 and cleaved caspase 3 were found to be downregulated in SFN‑treated mice. Furthermore, SFN ameliorated cartilage degradation in the OA mouse model. These findings indicate that SFN exerted an anti‑apoptotic effect on chondrocytes and ameliorated OA in vivo by activating the SIRT1 signaling pathway.
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- Mangmang Chen
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215004, P.R. China
- Department of Orthopedics Surgery, The Dingli Clinical Institute of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou Central Hospital, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics Surgery, The Dingli Clinical Institute of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou Central Hospital, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics Surgery, The Dingli Clinical Institute of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou Central Hospital, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215004, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215004, P.R. China
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Ling H, Zeng Q, Ge Q, Chen J, Yuan W, Xu R, Shi Z, Xia H, Hu S, Jin H, Wang P, Tong P. Osteoking Decelerates Cartilage Degeneration in DMM-Induced Osteoarthritic Mice Model Through TGF-β/smad-dependent Manner. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:678810. [PMID: 34211396 PMCID: PMC8239307 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.678810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common disease characterized by cartilage degeneration. In recent years much attention has been paid to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) since its treatments have shown efficacy for ameliorating cartilage degradation with mild side effects. Osteoking is a TCM prescription that has long been used in OA treatment. However, the exact mechanism of Osteoking are not fully elucidated. In the current study, destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM)-induced OA mice was introduced as a wild type animal model. After 8 weeks of administration of Osteoking, histomorphometry, OARSI scoring, gait analysis, micro-CT, and immunohistochemical staining for Col2, MMP-13, TGFβRII and pSmad-2 were conducted to evaluate the chondroprotective effects of Osteoking in vivo. Further in vitro experiments were then performed to detect the effect of Osteoking on chondrocytes. TGFβRIICol2ER transgenic mice were constructed and introduced in the current study to validate whether Osteoking exerts its anti-OA effects via the TGF-β signaling pathway. Results demonstrated that in wild type DMM mice, Osteoking ameliorated OA-phenotype including cartilage degradation, subchondral bone sclerosis, and gait abnormality. Col2, TGFβRII, and pSmad-2 expressions were also found to be up-regulated after Osteoking treatment, while MMP-13 was down-regulated. In vitro, the mRNA expression of MMP-13 and ADAMTS5 decreased and the mRNA expression of Aggrecan, COL2, and TGFβRII were up-regulated after the treatment of Osteoking in IL-1β treated chondrocytes. The additional treatment of SB505124 counteracted the positive impact of Osteoking on primary chondrocytes. In TGFβRIICol2ER mice, spontaneous OA-liked phenotype was observed and treatment of Osteoking failed to reverse the OA spontaneous progression. In conclusion, Osteoking ameliorates OA progression by decelerating cartilage degradation and alleviating subchondral bone sclerosis partly via the TGF-β signaling pathway.
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- Houfu Ling
- The First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- The First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- The First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- The First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- The First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- The First College of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Shaoxing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shaoxing, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,College of Pharmaceutical Science, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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Fan C, Li M, Yang G, Feng X, Wang F. Decreasing Thickness of Partial Lateral Trochlear Cartilage in Patients with Patellar Instability. Orthop Surg 2021; 13:1196-1204. [PMID: 33942989 PMCID: PMC8274157 DOI: 10.1111/os.12971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Revised: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Objective To explore morphological characteristics of patellofemoral joint surface of patients with patellar instability by adopting the MRI‐based method. Methods A retrospective analysis was performed from March 2016 to January 2020 to assess morphological characteristics of the patellofemoral joint surface by Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanning knees of 30 patients (24 females, six males) with patellar instability and trochlear dysplasia and knees of 30 subjects from a randomly selected control group (25 females, five males). The control group was matched as per age and sex. All participants had undergone MRI scans in the supine position and keep knees in or near full extension. Six parts were measured in total, including thickness of trochlear cartilage, thickness of patella cartilage, cartilaginous sulcus angle, cartilaginous Wiberg angle, contact range and frequency and distributions of the mean difference measurement of the femoral trochlea, to evaluate the difference of trochlear and patellar morphology between the patient group and the control group. The threshold for statistical significance was set at P < 0.05. Results There were significant differences in four values between the two groups (P < 0.05). The cartilage thickness two‐third along the lateral condyle in the patient group was significantly lower than that in the control group (LCT2,1.80 ± 0.37 vs 2.06 ± 0.52, 1.92 ± 0.36 vs 2.17 ± 0.50), but there was no significant difference in other sites. There was no significant difference in patella thickness between the patient group and the control group. The cartilaginous sulcus angle in the patient group was larger than that in the control group (157.90 ± 6.64 vs 142.23 ± 3.95, P < 0.001), but there was no significant difference in cartilaginous Wiberg angle. The patient group had a larger initial contact ratio (59.47 ± 6.13 vs 46.50 ± 3.67, P < 0.001), and a smaller contact range (16.55 ± 4.14 vs 27.55 ± 4.09, P < 0.001). The deepest part of the intercondylar suclus appears more often in the lateral of the deepest part of the osseous concavity of the femoral trochlea. Among the patient group, 18 cases (60%) were found with the deepest part of the intercondylar suclus lateral to the deepest point of the osseous concavity of the femoral trochlea while among the control group only 4 cases (13.33%) were found. The distribution of trochlear dysplasia of Dejour grades was type B (n = 22), type C (n = 5), and type D (n = 3). Conclusion Thickness of partial lateral trochlear cartilage decreases in patients with patellar instability and the trochlear cartilage develops abnormal morphological characteristics. Moreover, it also suggests that MRI can be used to further present the morphology of cartilage for the convenience of surgical planning.
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- Chongyi Fan
- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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Zhang Y, Sun L, Liu X, Zhu D, Dang J, Xue Y, Fan H. Investigating the protective effect of tanshinone IIA against chondrocyte dedifferentiation: a combined molecular biology and network pharmacology approach. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2021; 9:249. [PMID: 33708876 PMCID: PMC7940936 DOI: 10.21037/atm-20-4023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Background Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative disease with multifactorial etiology. The dedifferentiation of chondrocytes can accelerate the progress of OA. Tanshinone IIA (TIIA) has been widely used to treat OA for many years and has proved to be effective in inhibiting chondrocyte dedifferentiation. Until now, the precise mechanism of TIIA’s effect against dedifferentiation has not been well understood. Methods The targets of TIIA were explored from public databases using various methods. The related targets of OA were obtained from the GeneCards database and the Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) database. The potential targets and signaling pathways were determined using protein-protein interaction (PPI), Gene Ontology (GO), and the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG). Cell viability, proliferation, and metabolic activity were analyzed in vitro. The effects of TIIA on chondrocyte dedifferentiation were evaluated by assessing morphological changes, glycosaminoglycan (GAG) production, and messenger RNA (mRNA) levels of cartilage-related genes. After 48 hours of culture in medium with 100 μg/mL TIIA, chondrocytes/hydrogel spheres were implanted to repair cartilage defects in a rat model. The harvested specimens were examined with hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining and immunohistochemistry to evaluate cartilage regeneration. Results The results showed that there were 28 genes potentially interacting in the TIIA-chondrocyte dedifferentiation network, and nine hub genes were identified. In vitro experiments showed an inhibitory effect of TIIA on chondrocyte dedifferentiation. The proliferation and viability of chondrocytes were promoted by TIIA at a concentration of 100–200 μg/mL, but inhibited by TIIA at 400 μg/mL. Furthermore, the histology results showed that chondrocyte/hydrogel spheres pre-treated with TIIA had better cartilage repair. Conclusions This study revealed a systematic network pharmacology approach and provided a basis for the future study of TIIA as an effective treatment for cartilage regeneration. Moreover, in vitro and in vivo results confirmed the protective effects of TIIA against chondrocyte dedifferentiation.
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- Yushen Zhang
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xi-jing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xi-jing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xi-jing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xi-jing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xi-jing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Northwest Women and Children's Hospital, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xi-jing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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Shi S, Tian T, Li Y, Xiao D, Zhang T, Gong P, Lin Y. Tetrahedral Framework Nucleic Acid Inhibits Chondrocyte Apoptosis and Oxidative Stress through Activation of Autophagy. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2020; 12:56782-56791. [PMID: 33289541 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c17307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative articular cartilage pathogenic process that is accompanied by excessive chondrocyte apoptosis. The occurrence of chondrocyte death and OA is related to decreased autophagy. Tetrahedral framework nucleic acid (TFNA), a potent bioactive DNA nanomaterial, exerts antiapoptotic and antioxidative effects in various diseases, resulting in autophagy promotion and inhibition of the Wnt/β-catenin-signaling pathway. Here, we aimed to elucidate the therapeutic effects of TFNA on OA and its potential molecular mechanism of action. TFNA was synthesized and characterized by established methods. An interleukin (IL)-1β stimulated OA cell model was established and treated with TFNA. Cellular uptake of TFNA and intracellular reactive oxygen species levels were examined via immunofluorescence and flow cytometry. Apoptotic cell death was documented by the Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK8) assay and flow cytometry. Transmission electron microscopy was applied to view the autophagosomes. The expression of BCL2, BAX, caspase-3, Nrf2, HO-1, LC3-II, Beclin1, Atg7, β-catenin, Lef-1, and CyclinD1 was detected by immunofluorescence and western blotting. TFNA was successfully synthesized and effectively entered chondrocytes in the absence or presence of IL-1β without the help of transfection agents. TFNA treatment in IL-1β-induced chondrocytes reduced apoptosis by activating the BCL2/BAX/caspase-3 pathway, inhibited oxidative stress by regulating the Nrf2/HO-1-signaling pathway, and enhanced autophagy through upregulated LC3-II, Beclin1, and Atg7. Moreover, TFNA showed chondroprotective effects by regulating the Wnt/β-catenin-signaling pathway. Overall, TFNA may have utility as a therapeutic nanomedicine for OA.
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- Sirong Shi
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.,College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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Xu X, Wan Y, Gong L, Ma Z, Xu T. Chinese herbal medicine Yanghe decoction for knee osteoarthritis: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e21877. [PMID: 32846845 PMCID: PMC7447488 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000021877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) has been widely used to treat knee osteoarthritis (KOA), among which Yanghe decoction (YHD) is one of the commonly used prescriptions. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of YHD in the treatment of KOA. METHODS Six databases, including Embase, PubMed, the Cochrane Library, the China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Database and Chinese Science and Technology Periodical Database will be searched from their inception to July 2020. Two researchers will independently select studies, collect data and evaluate the quality of included studies. Statistical analysis will be processed by RevMan V.5.3 software. RESULTS This study will provide an assessment of the current state of YHD in the treatment of KOA, aiming to show the efficacy and safety of YHD. CONCLUSION This study will provide evidence to judge whether YHD is an effective intervention for KOA.
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Yang L, Wang Z, Zou C, Mi Y, Tang H, Wu X. Ubiquitin-specific protease 49 attenuates IL-1β-induced rat primary chondrocyte apoptosis by facilitating Axin deubiquitination and subsequent Wnt/β-catenin signaling cascade inhibition. Mol Cell Biochem 2020; 474:263-275. [PMID: 32737772 DOI: 10.1007/s11010-020-03850-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2020] [Accepted: 07/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is an age-related chronic joint degenerative disease. Interleukin 1 beta (IL-1β) is considered a marker for the progression of OA. In this study, we found that Ubiquitin-Specific Peptidase 49 (USP49) was significantly less expressed in OA patients compared with healthy individuals. Treating primary rat chondrocytes with different concentrations of IL-1β resulted in decreased Usp49 expression, while Usp49 overexpression could attenuate IL-1β-induced chondrocyte apoptosis by promoting Axin deubiquitination. The deubiquitination of Axin led to the accumulation of the protein, which in turn resulted in β-catenin degradation and Wnt/β-catenin signaling cascade inhibition. Interestingly, we also found that [6]-gingerol, an anti-OA drug, could upregulate the protein level of Usp49 and suppress the Wnt/β-catenin signaling cascade in primary rat chondrocytes. Taken together, our study not only demonstrates that Usp49 can negatively regulate the progression of OA by inhibiting the Wnt/β-catenin signaling cascade, but also elucidates the underlying molecular mechanisms.
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- Lanbo Yang
- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Knee Injury Center, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province (Henan Provincial Orthopaedic Hospital), Luoyang, 471000, Henan, China
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- Knee Injury Center, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province (Henan Provincial Orthopaedic Hospital), Luoyang, 471000, Henan, China
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- Knee Injury Center, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province (Henan Provincial Orthopaedic Hospital), Luoyang, 471000, Henan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China.
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