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Kumar N, Thorat ST, Gite A, Patole PB. Synergistic effect of nickel and temperature on gene expression, multiple stress markers, and depuration: an acute toxicity in fish. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023; 30:123729-123750. [PMID: 37991621 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-30996-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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Aquatic animals are prone to extinction due to metal pollution and global climate change. Even though the fish and their products are also unsafe for human consumption, their exports have been rejected due to inorganic and organic contaminants. Nickel (Ni) is a metal that induces toxicity and accumulates in the aquatic ecosystem, posing health threats to humans, animals, and fish. In light of the above, our present investigation aimed to determine the median lethal concentration (96 h-LC50) of nickel alone and concurrent with high temperature (34 °C) (Ni + T) using static non-renewable bioassay toxicity test in Pangasianodon hypophthalmus. The groups treated under exposure to Ni reared under control condition (25-28.9 °C) and Ni + T exposure group reread under 34 °C. In this study, chose the definitive dose of Ni and Ni + T as 17, 18, 19, and 20 mg L-1 after the range finding test. The median lethal concentration of Ni and Ni + T was determined as 19.38 and 18.75 mg L-1, respectively at 96 h. Oxidative stress viz. catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione-s-transferase (GST), and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) in the liver, gill, and kidney were noticeably elevated with Ni and Ni + T during 96 h. Whereas, the CAT, GPx, and SOD gene expressions were significantly upregulated with Ni and Ni + T. Trilox equivalent anti-oxidant capacity (TEAC), cupric reducing anti-oxidant capacity (CUPRIC), ferric reducing ability of plasma (FRAP), ethoxy resorufin-O-deethylase (EROD), and acetylcholine esterase (AChE) were reduced due to exposure to Ni and Ni + T. Cellular metabolic stress and lipid peroxidation were highly affected due to Ni and Ni + T exposure. The immunological status, as indicated by total protein, albumin, globulin, A:G ratio, and nitro blue tetrazolium chloride (NBT), was severely affected by the toxicity of Ni and Ni + T. Moreover, the gene expression of interleukin (IL), tumor necrosis factor (TNFα), toll-like receptor (TLR), and total immunoglobulin (Ig) was remarkably downregulated following exposure to Ni and Ni + T. HSP 70, iNOS expression, ATPase, Na + /K + -ATPase, cortisol, and blood glucose was significantly elevated with Ni and Ni + T in P. hypophthalmus. The bioaccumulation of Ni in fish tissues and experimental water was determined. The kidney and liver tissues were highly accumulated with Ni, whereas DNA damage was reported in gill tissue. Interestingly, depuration study revealed that at the 28th day, the Ni bioaccumulation was below the maximum residue limit (MRL) level. Therefore, the present study revealed that Ni and Ni + T led to dysfunctional gene and metabolic regulation affecting physiology and genotoxicity. The bioaccumulation and depuration results also indicate higher residual occurrence of Ni in water and aquatic organisms for longer periods.
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- Neeraj Kumar
- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune-413115, India.
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune-413115, India
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune-413115, India
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- ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Pune-413115, India
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Tsuchida D, Matsuki Y, Tsuchida J, Iijima M, Tanaka M. Allergenicity and Bioavailability of Nickel Nanoparticles Compared to Nickel Microparticles in Mice. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:1834. [PMID: 36902949 PMCID: PMC10004360 DOI: 10.3390/ma16051834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Revised: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Metal allergy is a common disease that afflicts many people. Nevertheless, the mechanism underlying metal allergy development has not been completely elucidated. Metal nanoparticles might be involved in the development of a metal allergy, but the associated details are unknown. In this study, we evaluated the pharmacokinetics and allergenicity of nickel nanoparticles (Ni-NPs) compared with those of nickel microparticles (Ni-MPs) and nickel ions. After characterizing each particle, the particles were suspended in phosphate-buffered saline and sonicated to prepare a dispersion. We assumed the presence of nickel ions for each particle dispersion and positive control and orally administered nickel chloride to BALB/c mice repeatedly for 28 days. Results showed that compared with those in the Ni-MP administration group (MP group), the Ni-NP administration group (NP group) showed intestinal epithelial tissue damage, elevated serum interleukin (IL)-17 and IL-1β levels, and higher nickel accumulation in the liver and kidney. Additionally, transmission electron microscopy confirmed the accumulation of Ni-NPs in the livers of both the NP and nickel ion administration groups. Furthermore, we intraperitoneally administered a mixed solution of each particle dispersion and lipopolysaccharide to mice and then intradermally administered nickel chloride solution to the auricle after 7 days. Swelling of the auricle was observed in both the NP and MP groups, and an allergic reaction to nickel was induced. Particularly in the NP group, significant lymphocytic infiltration into the auricular tissue was observed, and serum IL-6 and IL-17 levels were increased. The results of this study showed that in mice, Ni-NP accumulation in each tissue was increased after oral administration and toxicity was enhanced, as compared to those with Ni-MPs. Orally administered nickel ions transformed into nanoparticles with a crystalline structure and accumulated in tissues. Furthermore, Ni-NPs and Ni-MPs induced sensitization and nickel allergy reactions in the same manner as that with nickel ions, but Ni-NPs induced stronger sensitization. Additionally, the involvement of Th17 cells was suspected in Ni-NP-induced toxicity and allergic reactions. In conclusion, oral exposure to Ni-NPs results in more serious biotoxicity and accumulation in tissues than Ni-MPs, suggesting that the probability of developing an allergy might increase.
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- Dai Tsuchida
- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Department of Oral Growth and Development, School of Dentistry, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido, Hokkaido 061-0293, Japan
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- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Department of Oral Growth and Development, School of Dentistry, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido, Hokkaido 061-0293, Japan
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- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Department of Oral Growth and Development, School of Dentistry, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido, Hokkaido 061-0293, Japan
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- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Department of Oral Growth and Development, School of Dentistry, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido, Hokkaido 061-0293, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Science, School of Medical Technology, Health Sciences University of Hokkaido, Hokkaido 061-0293, Japan
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Bonamonte D, Hansel K, Romita P, Belloni Fortina A, Girolomoni G, Fabbrocini G, Patruno C, Napolitano M, Patrizi A, Argenziano G, Micali G, Pinton PC, Foti C, Stingeni L. Contact allergy in children with and without atopic dermatitis: an Italian multicenter study. Contact Dermatitis 2022; 87:265-272. [PMID: 35451136 PMCID: PMC9541036 DOI: 10.1111/cod.14130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2022] [Revised: 04/12/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Background Contact allergy and atopic dermatitis (AD) are both common inflammatory T cell‐mediated diseases and many factors may influence the prevalence of contact allergy in AD patients. In children, their possible correlation was debated with conflicting results. Objectives The present study aimed to assess the prevalence of contact sensitivity in children and to investigate the association with AD. Materials and methods A retrospective multicentre study on children aged from 0 to 14 years patch tested between January 2017 and December 2018 was performed. Children were consecutively patch tested with the SIDAPA (Società Italiana Dermatologia Allergologica Professionale Ambientale) baseline series. Results Among the 432 children investigated for contact allergy, 125 (28.9%) showed a positive reaction to at least one of the allergens tested, with a higher prevalence of positive patch test reactions in girls (32.3%) than in boys (25.0%). The most frequent contact allergens were nickel sulphate (10.2%), cobalt chloride (6.7%), methylisothiazolinone (3.7%), fragrance mix‐2 (3.2%), potassium dichromate (2.8%), fragrance mix‐1 (2.1%) and methylchloroisothiazolinone/methylisothiazolinone (2.1%). One‐hundred‐three children (23.8%) suffered from AD showing a higher prevalence of positive patch test (36.9%) compared to children without AD (26.4%). Conclusions Despite the topic being still controversial, the present study suggests a consistent prevalence of contact allergy among children with higher sensitivity rate among children with AD than without AD.
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- Domenico Bonamonte
- Section of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari, Italy
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- Unit of Pediatric Dermatology, Department of Medicine DIMED, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences Vincenzo Tiberio, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
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- Unit of Dermatology, IRCS Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dermatology Unit, Department of Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Biomedical Science and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari, Italy
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- Section of Dermatology, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
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BACKGROUND Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) can exist in the setting of other dermatologic conditions. It is known that the treatment of these conditions can cause ACD, increasing both diagnostic and treatment difficulty. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of common dermatologic conditions in the setting of ACD and in specific patient populations. METHODS A retrospective database study was completed using Truven Health to collect information on patch-tested ACD patients. Demographics and diagnostic information were retrieved. Of those with ACD, the presence of 15 dermatologic diagnoses was investigated. Subanalyses were conducted for each condition, including International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision code specificity, demographics, and diagnostic information. RESULTS A total of 6380 patients (76.83% female) were given a diagnosis of ACD via patch testing. Of those with concomitant disease, those most common include atopic dermatitis (23.98%), urticaria (16.69%), and acne (11.51%). Eight of the concomitant conditions were found to have statistical significance in comparing the average age of ACD diagnosis with the selected diagnoses (α = 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Common dermatologic diseases can exist concomitantly with ACD, many of which can be treated by compounds that precipitate or worsen preexisting ACD. The average age of the diagnosis varies from concomitant diagnoses, which can contribute to difficulty in ACD diagnosis and treatment.
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Raffi J, Suresh R, Fishman H, Botto N, Murase JE. Investigating the role of allergic contact dermatitis in residual ocular surface disease on dupilumab (ROSDD) ,. Int J Womens Dermatol 2019; 5:308-313. [PMID: 31909149 PMCID: PMC6938871 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijwd.2019.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2019] [Revised: 10/02/2019] [Accepted: 10/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background The mechanisms underlying eye-related complications with dupilumab are poorly understood. Objective This study aimed to determine the incidence and characteristics of ocular complications with dupilumab and the prevalence of comorbid allergic contact dermatitis in the same subpopulation. Methods This is a retrospective chart review of 48 patients with atopic dermatitis who received dupilumab. For patients with eye involvement at first follow-up, we discuss the presence of eyelid dermatitis, blepharitis, or conjunctivitis and analyze available patch test findings in patients with ocular complications while treated with dupilumab. Results A total of 14 patients (29.2%) showed eye involvement while on dupilumab, all of whom experienced eye involvement prior to dupilumab. The results of the patch test were most commonly positive for emulsifier/surfactants (42.5%) and fragrances (30.4%). Nine patients experienced improvement with allergen avoidance subsequent to patch testing, and four of nine patients’ conditions cleared almost entirely. This is a non-randomized study in a small cohort of patients. Only 18 patients had their disease confirmed by an ophthalmologist. Conclusion All patients with eye involvement while on dupilumab had a history of eye involvement prior to dupilumab, suggest that dupilumab may encourage rather than cause ocular surface inflammation. Significant improvement after patch testing in nearly half of patients suggests that allergic contact dermatitis contributes to some cases of dupilumab-associated eye complications.
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- Jodie Raffi
- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States.,Department of Dermatology, University of California, Irvine, Irvine, CA, United States
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
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- Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States.,Department of Dermatology, Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group, Mountain View, CA, United States
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Bando K, Kuroishi T, Sugawara S, Endo Y. Interleukin-1 and histamine are essential for inducing nickel allergy in mice. Clin Exp Allergy 2019; 49:1362-1373. [PMID: 31325186 DOI: 10.1111/cea.13467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2019] [Revised: 07/09/2019] [Accepted: 07/12/2019] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND We previously reported that (a) lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is a potent adjuvant for inducing Nickel (Ni) allergy in mice at both the sensitization and elicitation steps, (b) LPS induces Interleukin-1 (IL-1) and histidine decarboxylase (HDC, the histamine-forming enzyme), and IL-1 induces HDC, (c) Ni allergy is induced in mast cell-deficient, but not IL-1-deficient (IL-1-KO) or HDC-KO mice. OBJECTIVE To examine the roles of IL-1 and HDC (or histamine) and their interrelationship during the establishment of Ni allergy. METHODS Ni (NiCl2 ) 1 mmol/L containing IL-1β and/or histamine was injected intraperitoneally (sensitization step). Ten days later, test substance(s) were intradermally injected into ear pinnas (elicitation step), and ear swelling was measured. RESULTS In wild-type mice, Ni + LPS or Ni + IL-1β injection at sensitization step followed by Ni alone at elicitation step induced Ni allergy. In IL-1-KO, injection of Ni + IL-1β (but not Ni + histamine) was required at both sensitization and elicitation steps to induce Ni allergy. In HDC-KO, Ni + IL-1β + histamine at sensitization step followed by Ni + histamine at elicitation step induced Ni allergy. In histamine H1 receptor-deficient mice, IL-1β induced HDC, but was ineffective as an adjuvant for inducing Ni allergy. In wild-type mice, injection into ear pinnas of Ni 10 mmol/L alone or Ni 1 mmol/L + LPS induced IL-1β, HDC and a prolonged swelling of ear pinnas. In non-sensitized mice, injection of IL-1β by itself into ear pinnas in IL-1-KO mice induced prolonged ear swelling. Ni augmented IL-1 production (both IL-1α and IL-1β) and HDC induction in wild-type mice sensitized to Ni. CONCLUSIONS In mice: (a) for inducing Ni allergy, IL-1 is essential at both the sensitization and elicitation steps, and HDC induction is involved in the effect of IL-1, (b) stimulation of H1 receptor is also essential for inducing Ni allergy at both sensitization and elicitation steps, and (c) the 'sensitization to Ni' state may be a state where tissues are primed for augmented production of IL-1α and/or IL-1β in response to Ni. (within 300 words, now 300).
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- Kanan Bando
- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology, Department of Oral Biology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology, Department of Oral Biology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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Owen JL, Vakharia PP, Silverberg JI. The Role and Diagnosis of Allergic Contact Dermatitis in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis. Am J Clin Dermatol 2018; 19:293-302. [PMID: 29305764 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-017-0340-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 91] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) have increased penetration of allergens, immune dysregulation (including shared cytokine pathways), and frequent use of emollients and topical medications, all of which may predispose toward developing allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). Recent systematic reviews have suggested that ACD is a significant clinical problem in both children and adults with AD. While this remains controversial, ACD remains an important comorbidity and potential exacerbant of AD in clinical practice. Common relevant allergens, include lanolin, neomycin, formaldehyde, sesquiterpene lactone mix, compositae mix, and fragrances that are commonly found in AD patients' personal care products. We herein review the clinical scenarios where patch testing is indicated in AD. In addition, we review the contraindications, preferred patch-testing series, pitfalls, and challenges determining the relevance of positive patch-test reactions in AD patients.
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- Joshua L Owen
- Department of Dermatology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Departments of Dermatology, Preventive Medicine and Medical Social Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 676 N. St. Clair St, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA.
- Northwestern Medicine Multidisciplinary Eczema Center, Chicago, USA.
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Chang SH, Hsiao YC. Surface and Protein Adsorption Properties of 316L Stainless Steel Modified with Polycaprolactone Film. Polymers (Basel) 2017; 9:polym9100545. [PMID: 30965844 PMCID: PMC6418728 DOI: 10.3390/polym9100545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2017] [Revised: 10/16/2017] [Accepted: 10/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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The surface and protein adsorption properties of 316L stainless steel (316L SS) modified with polycaprolactone (PCL) films are systematically investigated. The wettability of the PCL films was comparable to that of bare 316L SS because the rough surface morphology of the PCL films counteracts their hydrophobicity. Surface modification with PCL film significantly improves the corrosion resistance of the 316L SS because PCL is insulating in nature. A coating of PCL film effectively reduces the amount of adhered bovine serum albumin (BSA) on the surface of 316L SS in a bicinchoninic acid protein assay. PCL is both biodegradable and biocompatible, suggesting the potential for the surface modification of implants used in human bodies; in these applications, excellent corrosion resistance and anticoagulant properties are necessary.
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- Shih-Hang Chang
- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, National I-Lan University, I-Lan 260, Taiwan.
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, National I-Lan University, I-Lan 260, Taiwan.
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Kuroishi T, Bando K, Tanaka Y, Shishido K, Kinbara M, Ogawa T, Muramoto K, Endo Y, Sugawara S. CXCL4 is a novel nickel-binding protein and augments nickel allergy. Clin Exp Allergy 2017; 47:1069-1078. [DOI: 10.1111/cea.12926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2016] [Revised: 02/17/2017] [Accepted: 03/13/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- T. Kuroishi
- Division of Oral Immunology; Department of Oral Biology; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology; Department of Oral Biology; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology; Department of Oral Biology; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
- Division of Pediatric Dentistry; Department of Oral Health and Developmental Sciences; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology; Department of Oral Biology; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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- Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences; Graduate School of Life Sciences; Tohoku University; Sendai Japan
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences; Graduate School of Life Sciences; Tohoku University; Sendai Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology; Department of Oral Biology; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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- Division of Oral Immunology; Department of Oral Biology; Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry; Sendai Japan
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Adachi N, Takayama E, Adachi M, Mizuno-Kamiya M, Kawaki H, Takeuchi H, Kubo S, Ishigami H, Kurachi M, Kondoh N. Promotion of Nickel (Ni) Allergy by Anamnestic Sensitization with a Bacterial Component, Lipopolysaccharide (LPS), in Mice. Open Dent J 2016; 10:531-537. [PMID: 27843506 PMCID: PMC5070425 DOI: 10.2174/1874210601610010531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2016] [Revised: 07/20/2016] [Accepted: 09/07/2016] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background/Objective: Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) promote allergic responses to nickel (Ni) both in the sensitization and elicitation steps. In this study, we examine the effect of pre-sensitization to LPS on the occurrence of Ni allergy using a mouse model. Method: A 100 mg of LPS was injected into C57BL/6J mice intraperitoneally (ip). Three weeks later, the mice were subsequently injected with 0.3 μ moles of nickel dichloride (NiCl2) and 100 μg of CpG-DNA, which acted as an adjuvant. The mice were repeatedly immunized with the 0.3 μg of nickel sulfate (NiSO4), along with 300 μl of the adjuvant, Inject Alum (Pierce, USA). Then we examined the producing capabilities of T helper type 1 (Th1) and 2 (Th2) cytokines (interferon-gamma- (IFN)-γ and interleukin (IL)-10, respectively) from anti CD3 antibody-stimulated spleen cells. Results: Pre-treatment with LPS, followed by repeated challenges with Ni2+ and adjuvants significantly enhanced the IFN-γ-producing capability of spleen cells (n=5, p<0.01); however, that could not enhance the capability of spleen cells by a single challenge with Ni2+ and adjuvants (n=5). In contrast, without LPS treatment, single or even repeated challenges by Ni2+ could not enhance the IFN-γ-producing capability. On the other hand, the IL-10-producing capability of spleen cells was not enhanced even by LPS and repeated challenges with Ni2+ and adjuvants. Conclusion: The solitary pre-sensitization to LPS is essential for the onset of Ni allergy by shifting the Th1/Th2 immune balance toward a Th1 dominant.
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- Norimasa Adachi
- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan; Department of Prosthodontics, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan; Department of Periodontology, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan; Department of Periodontology, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, Asahi University School of Dentistry, 1851 Hozumi, Mizuho, Gifu, 501-0296, Japan
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A Pragmatic Approach to Patch Testing Atopic Dermatitis Patients: Clinical Recommendations Based on Expert Consensus Opinion. Dermatitis 2016; 27:186-92. [DOI: 10.1097/der.0000000000000208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Kinbara M, Bando K, Shiraishi D, Kuroishi T, Nagai Y, Ohtsu H, Takano-Yamamoto T, Sugawara S, Endo Y. Mast cell histamine-mediated transient inflammation following exposure to nickel promotes nickel allergy in mice. Exp Dermatol 2016; 25:466-71. [PMID: 26910392 DOI: 10.1111/exd.12985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/05/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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We previously reported that allergic responses to nickel (Ni) were minimal in mice deficient in the histamine-forming enzyme histidine decarboxylase (HDC-KO), suggesting an involvement of histamine in allergic responses to Ni. However, it remains unclear how histamine is involved in the process of Ni allergy. Here, we examined the role of histamine in Ni allergy using a murine model previously established by us. Mice were sensitized to Ni by intraperitoneal injection of a NiCl2 -lipopolysaccharide (LPS) mixture. Ten days later, allergic inflammation was elicited by challenging ear-pinnas intradermally with NiCl2 . Then, ear-swelling was measured. Pyrilamine (histamine H1-receptor antagonist) or cromoglicate (mast cell stabilizer) was intravenously injected 1 h before the sensitization or the challenge. In cell-transfer experiments, spleen cells from Ni-sensitized donor mice were intravenously transferred into non-sensitized recipient mice. In both sensitized and non-sensitized mice, 1 mm or more NiCl2 (injected into ear-pinnas) induced transient non-allergic inflammation (Ni-TI) with accompanying mast cell degranulation. LPS did not affect the magnitude of this Ni-TI. Pyrilamine and cromoglicate reduced either the Ni-TI or the ensuing allergic inflammation when administered before Ni-TI (at either the sensitization or elicitation step), but not if administered when the Ni-TI had subsided. Experiments on HDC-KO and H1-receptor-KO mice, and also cell-transfer experiments using these mice, demonstrated histamine's involvement in both the sensitization and elicitation steps. These results suggest that mast cell histamine-mediated Ni-TI promotes subsequent allergic inflammatory responses to Ni, raising the possibility that control of Ni-TI by drugs may be effective at preventing or reducing Ni allergy.
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- Masayuki Kinbara
- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan.,Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan.,Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Applied Quantum Medical Engineering, School of Engineering, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Regulation, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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Liu CM, Ma JQ, Liu SS, Feng ZJ, Wang AM. Puerarin protects mouse liver against nickel-induced oxidative stress and inflammation associated with the TLR4/p38/CREB pathway. Chem Biol Interact 2016; 243:29-34. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2015.11.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2015] [Revised: 11/03/2015] [Accepted: 11/13/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Martin SF. Adaptation in the innate immune system and heterologous innate immunity. Cell Mol Life Sci 2014; 71:4115-30. [PMID: 24997561 PMCID: PMC11113124 DOI: 10.1007/s00018-014-1676-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2014] [Revised: 06/18/2014] [Accepted: 06/30/2014] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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The innate immune system recognizes deviation from homeostasis caused by infectious or non-infectious assaults. The threshold for its activation seems to be established by a calibration process that includes sensing of microbial molecular patterns from commensal bacteria and of endogenous signals. It is becoming increasingly clear that adaptive features, a hallmark of the adaptive immune system, can also be identified in the innate immune system. Such adaptations can result in the manifestation of a primed state of immune and tissue cells with a decreased activation threshold. This keeps the system poised to react quickly. Moreover, the fact that the innate immune system recognizes a wide variety of danger signals via pattern recognition receptors that often activate the same signaling pathways allows for heterologous innate immune stimulation. This implies that, for example, the innate immune response to an infection can be modified by co-infections or other innate stimuli. This "design feature" of the innate immune system has many implications for our understanding of individual susceptibility to diseases or responsiveness to therapies and vaccinations. In this article, adaptive features of the innate immune system as well as heterologous innate immunity and their implications are discussed.
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- Stefan F Martin
- Allergy Research Group, Department of Dermatology, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Hauptstrasse 7, 79104, Freiburg, Germany,
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Gölz L, Bayer S, Keilig L, Jäger A, Stark H, Bourauel C, Götz W, Frede S, Winter J, Kraus D. Possible implications of Ni(II) on oral IL-1β-induced inflammatory processes. Dent Mater 2014; 30:1325-35. [PMID: 25447842 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2014.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2013] [Revised: 05/15/2014] [Accepted: 09/23/2014] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Nickel (Ni) is one of the main metal elements in orthodontic and prosthetic devices. Different effects of Ni are described ranging from an induction of local inflammation to allergy and cancerous/mutagenic properties. Inflammatory reactions are frequently observed in the oral cavity, but the interrelationship of Ni with those events is still unknown. Therefore, we focused on the impact of Ni on inflammation in vitro. METHODS In accordance to previous immersion tests of our lab, human gingival fibroblasts (HGFs) (n=6) were exposed to a pro-inflammatory environment using interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β) and additionally stimulated with different Ni(II) concentrations (400 and 4000ng/ml). At varying time points the expression of pro- and anti-inflammatory as well as matrix degeneration proteins, i.e. MMPs, were analyzed. Furthermore, proliferation assays, wound healing tests and the detection of NF-κB activation were conducted. Unstimulated HGFs served as control. RESULTS Our experiments showed that low clinical average Ni(II) levels did not alter pro-inflammatory cytokines significantly compared to control (p>0.05). Instead, a 10-fold higher dose up-regulated these mediators significantly in a time-dependent manner (p<0.01). This was even more pronounced combining both Ni(II) concentrations with an inflammatory condition (p<0.001), MMP expressions were in line with our findings (p<0.001). The mRNA data were supported by proliferation and wound closure assays (p<0.001). However, the combination of both stimuli induced contradictory results. Analyzing NF-κB activation revealed that our results may be in part attributed to NF-κB. SIGNIFICANCE Our in vitro study implicated that Ni(II) has various modifying effects on IL-1β-induced inflammatory processes depending on the concentration.
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- Lina Gölz
- Department of Orthodontics, Center of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany.
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Center of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, Center of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Center of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics, Center of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Oral Cell Biology Group, Department of Periodontology, Operative and Preventive Dentistry, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Center of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Medicine, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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Bando K, Takahashi H, Kinbara M, Tanaka Y, Kuroishi T, Sasaki K, Takano-Yamamoto T, Sugawara S, Endo Y. Resin monomers act as adjuvants in Ni-induced allergic dermatitis in vivo. J Dent Res 2014; 93:1101-7. [PMID: 25252875 DOI: 10.1177/0022034514552674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Resin monomers (RMs) are inflammatory agents and are thought to cause allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). However, mouse models are lacking, possibly because of the weak antigenicities of RMs. We previously reported that inflammatory substances can promote the allergic dermatitis (AD) induced by intradermally injected nickel (Ni-AD) in mice. Here, we examined the effects of RMs on Ni-AD. To sensitize mice to Ni, a mixture containing non-toxic concentrations of NiCl2 and an RM [either methyl methacrylate (MMA) or 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA)] was injected intraperitoneally or into ear-pinnae intradermally. Ten days later, a mixture containing various concentrations of NiCl2 and/or an RM was intradermally injected into ear-pinnae, and ear-swelling was measured. In adoptive transfer experiments, spleen cells from sensitized mice were transferred intravenously into non-sensitized recipients, and 24 h later NiCl2 was challenged to ear-pinnae. Whether injected intraperitoneally or intradermally, RM plus NiCl2 mixtures were effective in sensitizing mice to Ni. AD-inducing Ni concentrations were greatly reduced in the presence of MMA or HEMA (at the sensitization step from 10 mM to 5 or 50 µM, respectively, and at the elicitation step from 10 µM to 10 or 100 nM, respectively). These effects of RMs were weaker in IL-1-knockout mice and in macrophage-depleted mice. Cell-transfer experiments in IL-1-knockout mice indicated that both the sensitization and elicitation steps depended on IL-1. Challenge with an RM alone did not induce allergic ear-swelling in mice given the same RM + NiCl2 10 days before the challenge. These results suggest that RMs act as adjuvants, not as antigens, to promote Ni-AD by reducing the AD-inducing concentration of Ni, and that IL-1 and macrophages are critically important for the adjuvant effects. We speculate that what were previously thought of as "RM-ACD" might include ACD caused by antigens other than RMs that have undergone promotion by the adjuvant effects of RMs.
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- K Bando
- Division of Molecular Regulation Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
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- Division of Molecular Regulation Division of Advanced Prosthetic Dentistry, Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry, 4-1 Seiryo-machi, Sendai 980-8575, Japan
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- Division of Molecular Regulation Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
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- Division of Molecular Regulation
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- Division of Advanced Prosthetic Dentistry, Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry, 4-1 Seiryo-machi, Sendai 980-8575, Japan
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- Division of Molecular Regulation
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McGinley EL, Moran GP, Fleming GJ. Biocompatibility effects of indirect exposure of base-metal dental casting alloys to a human-derived three-dimensional oral mucosal model. J Dent 2013; 41:1091-100. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2013.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2013] [Revised: 08/06/2013] [Accepted: 08/07/2013] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Lucas K, Maes M. Role of the Toll Like receptor (TLR) radical cycle in chronic inflammation: possible treatments targeting the TLR4 pathway. Mol Neurobiol 2013; 48:190-204. [PMID: 23436141 PMCID: PMC7091222 DOI: 10.1007/s12035-013-8425-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 338] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2012] [Accepted: 02/05/2013] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Activation of the Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) complex, a receptor of the innate immune system, may underpin the pathophysiology of many human diseases, including asthma, cardiovascular disorder, diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, autoimmune disorders, neuroinflammatory disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, clinical depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, alcohol abuse, and toluene inhalation. TLRs are pattern recognition receptors that recognize damage-associated molecular patterns and pathogen-associated molecular patterns, including lipopolysaccharide (LPS) from gram-negative bacteria. Here we focus on the environmental factors, which are known to trigger TLR4, e.g., ozone, atmosphere particulate matter, long-lived reactive oxygen intermediate, pentachlorophenol, ionizing radiation, and toluene. Activation of the TLR4 pathways may cause chronic inflammation and increased production of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (ROS/RNS) and oxidative and nitrosative stress and therefore TLR-related diseases. This implies that drugs or substances that modify these pathways may prevent or improve the abovementioned diseases. Here we review some of the most promising drugs and agents that have the potential to attenuate TLR-mediated inflammation, e.g., anti-LPS strategies that aim to neutralize LPS (synthetic anti-LPS peptides and recombinant factor C) and TLR4/MyD88 antagonists, including eritoran, CyP, EM-163, epigallocatechin-3-gallate, 6-shogaol, cinnamon extract, N-acetylcysteine, melatonin, and molecular hydrogen. The authors posit that activation of the TLR radical (ROS/RNS) cycle is a common pathway underpinning many "civilization" disorders and that targeting the TLR radical cycle may be an effective method to treat many inflammatory disorders.
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- Kurt Lucas
- Sportzenkoppel 54, 22359, Hamburg, Germany
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Volke A, Rünkorg K, Wegener G, Vasar E, Volke V. Dual effect of nickel on L-arginine/nitric oxide system in RAW 264.7 macrophages. Int Immunopharmacol 2013; 15:511-6. [PMID: 23415871 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2013.01.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2012] [Revised: 01/20/2013] [Accepted: 01/25/2013] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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The immunogenic mechanisms of the potent contact allergen nickel are not completely clear. Nitric oxide (NO) serves as a fundamental signalling and effector molecule in the immune system, but little is known about its possible role in immune reactions elicited by nickel. We investigated the effects of nickel on the L-arginine/inducible NO synthase (iNOS) system in a murine macrophage cell line, RAW 264.7. Both LPS-stimulated and non-stimulated RAW 264.7 cells were incubated in the presence of 0-100 μM nickel sulphate for 24 h. Subsequently, NO production, iNOS protein expression, L-arginine uptake and gene expression of iNOS and cationic amino acid transporter systems (CAT) were measured. We found that 100 μM NiSO4 increased LPS-induced nitrite production as well as the formation of [(3)H]-L-citrulline from [(3)H]-L-arginine in the RAW 264.7 cells. Correspondingly, the expression of iNOS gene and protein was also remarkably enhanced. Nevertheless, nickel had an inhibitory effect on L-arginine transport which disappeared gradually upon LPS-stimulation in parallel with an increase in NO output. LPS was found to significantly amplify CAT-3 as well as CAT-2 mRNA expression, mirroring the increase in L-arginine transport. In the range of 1-10 μM, NiSO4 did not have any additional effect on CAT mRNA expression, but at 100 μM it was able to enhance CAT-1 and CAT-3 mRNA expression upon LPS stimulation. Our data indicate that nickel interferes with macrophages' L-arginine/NOS system on multiple levels. Considering the potent biological effects of NO, these influences may contribute to nickel toxicity.
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- Annika Volke
- Department of Dermatology, University of Tartu, Raja 31, 50417 Tartu, Estonia.
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Chang SH, Chen BY, Lin YC. Toxicity assessment of three-component Fe–Cr–Ni biomedical materials using an augmented simplex design. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2012; 32:1893-1896. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2012.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2011] [Revised: 02/01/2012] [Accepted: 05/09/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Contact allergens are small reactive chemicals. They cause allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) by activating the innate and adaptive immune system. Contact allergens are very peculiar because of their built-in autoadjuvanticity that allows them to trigger sterile inflammation following skin penetration. The innate inflammatory response involves the triggering of pattern recognition receptors either by direct chemical interaction with such receptors or by induction of endogenous activators. I discuss here the recent findings regarding prevalence and predisposition, the identification of innate immune and stress response mechanisms relevant for sensitization and the orchestration of the innate and adaptive immune response to contact allergens. Despite still significant gaps of knowledge, recent advances in our understanding of the immunopathogenesis of ACD can now be used for the development of causative treatment strategies and of in vitro alternatives to animal testing for the identification of contact allergens in immunotoxicology.
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- Stefan F Martin
- Allergy Research Group, Department of Dermatology, University Freiburg Medical Center, Freiburg, Germany.
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The elicitation step of nickel allergy is promoted in mice by microbe-related substances, including some from oral bacteria. Int Immunopharmacol 2011; 11:1916-24. [PMID: 21839857 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2011.07.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2011] [Revised: 07/22/2011] [Accepted: 07/29/2011] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Microbial components activate the host's innate immunity via interactions with molecules including TLRs and NODs. We previously reported that in mice (i) Escherichia coli lipopolysaccharide (LPS; TLR4 agonist) promotes Ni-allergy even in T-cell-deficient mice, (ii) E. coli LPS reduces the minimum allergy-inducing concentrations of Ni at both the sensitization and elicitation steps, and (iii) various microbe-related substances promote sensitization to Ni. Here, we examined the effects of microbe-related substances at the elicitation step. Mice (except for TLR4-mutated C3H/HeJ mice) were sensitized to Ni by intraperitoneal injection of NiCl(2) + E. coli LPS. Ten days later their ear-pinnas were challenged with 1 μM NiCl(2) with or without a test substance. Although NiCl(2) alone at this concentration does not induce Ni-allergy, its combination with the following substances induced Ni-allergy in BALB/c mice: LPS preparations from oral gram-negative bacteria (Prevotella intermedia and Porphyromonas gingivalis), a mannan preparation from a fungus (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), and synthetic NOD2 and TLR2 agonists. The effect of the mannan preparation was small in C3H/HeJ mice (sensitized with NiCl(2) + the P. intermedia preparation). The P. intermedia preparation promoted Ni-allergy in C3H/HeJ and nude mice, but not in mice deficient in either TLR2 or histidine decarboxylase. Intragingival injection of the P. intermedia preparation and later challenge with NiCl(2) alone to ear-pinnas also promoted Ni-allergy. These results indicate that (i) in Ni-allergy, a microbial milieu or innate immunity is important at the elicitation step, too, and (ii) some oral bacteria may promote Ni-allergy via TLR2-stimulant(s) production.
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