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Shakeri M, Aminian A, Mokhtari K, Bahaeddini M, Tabrizian P, Farahani N, Nabavi N, Hashemi M. Unraveling the molecular landscape of osteoarthritis: A comprehensive review focused on the role of non-coding RNAs. Pathol Res Pract 2024; 260:155446. [PMID: 39004001 DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2024.155446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2024] [Revised: 06/27/2024] [Accepted: 06/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) poses a significant global health challenge, with its prevalence anticipated to increase in the coming years. This review delves into the emerging molecular biomarkers in OA pathology, focusing on the roles of various molecules such as metabolites, noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs), including microRNAs (miRNAs) and long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), and circular RNAs (circRNAs). Advances in omics technologies have transformed biomarker identification, enabling comprehensive analyses of the complex pathways involved in OA pathogenesis. Notably, ncRNAs, especially miRNAs and lncRNAs, exhibit dysregulated expression patterns in OA, presenting promising opportunities for diagnosis and therapy. Additionally, the intricate interplay between epigenetic modifications and OA progression highlights the regulatory role of epigenetics in gene expression dynamics. Genome-wide association studies have pinpointed key genes undergoing epigenetic changes, providing insights into the inflammatory processes and chondrocyte hypertrophy typical of OA. Understanding the molecular landscape of OA, including biomarkers and epigenetic mechanisms, holds significant potential for developing innovative diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies for OA management.
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- Mohammadreza Shakeri
- MD, Bone and Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Shafa Orthopedic Hospital, Department of Orthopedic, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- MD, Bone and Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Shafa Orthopedic Hospital, Department of Orthopedic, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology and Microbiology, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
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- MD, Bone and Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Shafa Orthopedic Hospital, Department of Orthopedic, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- MD, Bone and Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Shafa Orthopedic Hospital, Department of Orthopedic, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Genetics and Molecular Biology, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
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- Independent Researcher, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1P7, Canada
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- Farhikhtegan Medical Convergence Sciences Research Center, Farhikhtegan Hospital Tehran Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran; Department of Genetics, Faculty of Advanced Science and Technology, Tehran Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
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Lv X, Zhao T, Dai Y, Shi M, Huang X, Wei Y, Shen J, Zhang X, Xie Z, Wang Q, Li Z, Qin D. New insights into the interplay between autophagy and cartilage degeneration in osteoarthritis. Front Cell Dev Biol 2022; 10:1089668. [PMID: 36544901 PMCID: PMC9760856 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2022.1089668] [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: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 11/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Autophagy is an intracellular degradation system that maintains the stable state of cell energy metabolism. Some recent findings have indicated that autophagy dysfunction is an important driving factor for the occurrence and development of osteoarthritis (OA). The decrease of autophagy leads to the accumulation of damaged organelles and macromolecules in chondrocytes, which affects the survival of chondrocytes and ultimately leads to OA. An appropriate level of autophagic activation may be a new method to prevent articular cartilage degeneration in OA. This minireview discussed the mechanism of autophagy and OA, key autophagy targets regulating OA progression, and evaluated therapeutic applications of drugs targeting autophagy in preclinical and clinical research. Some critical issues worth paying attention to were also raised to guide future research efforts.
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- Xiaoman Lv
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China,*Correspondence: Qi Wang, ; Zhaofu Li, ; Dongdong Qin,
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China,*Correspondence: Qi Wang, ; Zhaofu Li, ; Dongdong Qin,
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China,*Correspondence: Qi Wang, ; Zhaofu Li, ; Dongdong Qin,
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Ameliorative Effect of Curcumin Nanoparticles against Monosodium Iodoacetate-Induced Knee Osteoarthritis in Rats. Mediators Inflamm 2022; 2022:8353472. [PMID: 36578323 PMCID: PMC9792255 DOI: 10.1155/2022/8353472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2022] [Revised: 09/04/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Aim This study is aimed at evaluating the use of curcumin-loaded polylactic-co-glycolic acid nanoparticles (CUR-loaded PLGA NPs) as a treatment against monosodium iodoacetate- (MIA-) induced knee OA. Materials and Methods Eighteen rats were assigned to three groups (n = 6), namely, normal control group that received intra-articular injections (IAIs) of saline, an OA control group that received an IAIs of MIA (2 mg/50 μL), and a treatment group (MIA+CUR-loaded PLGA NPs) that received IAIs of CUR-loaded PLGA NPs (200 mg/kg b.wt). Results The CUR NP treatment against knee OA alleviated radiographic alternations and histopathological changes and inhibited the upregulation in the serum levels of interleukin-1β, tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-6, and transforming growth factor-beta and the downregulation in interleukin-10. CUR NP-treated joints also decreased the mRNA expression of nuclear factor-kappa B and inducible nitric oxide synthase and the protein expression of matrix metalloproteinase-13 and caspase-3. Finally, CUR-loaded PLGA NP treatment mitigated the loss of type II collagen, which resulted in a significant reduction in malondialdehyde level and increased the glutathione content and superoxide dismutase activity compared with that of the OA group. Conclusion This study demonstrated that the administration of CUR NPs could provide effective protection against MIA-induced OA and knee joint histological deteriorated changes due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiapoptotic properties.
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Kao WC, Chen JC, Liu PC, Lu CC, Lin SY, Chuang SC, Wu SC, Chang LH, Lee MJ, Yang CD, Lee TC, Wang YC, Li JY, Wei CW, Chen CH. The Role of Autophagy in Osteoarthritic Cartilage. Biomolecules 2022; 12:biom12101357. [PMID: 36291565 PMCID: PMC9599131 DOI: 10.3390/biom12101357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2022] [Revised: 09/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common diseases leading to physical disability, with age being the main risk factor, and degeneration of articular cartilage is the main focus for the pathogenesis of OA. Autophagy is a crucial intracellular homeostasis system recycling flawed macromolecules and cellular organelles to sustain the metabolism of cells. Growing evidences have revealed that autophagy is chondroprotective by regulating apoptosis and repairing the function of damaged chondrocytes. Then, OA is related to autophagy depending on different stages and models. In this review, we discuss the character of autophagy in OA and the process of the autophagy pathway, which can be modulated by some drugs, key molecules and non-coding RNAs (microRNAs, long non-coding RNAs and circular RNAs). More in-depth investigations of autophagy are needed to find therapeutic targets or diagnostic biomarkers through in vitro and in vivo situations, making autophagy a more effective way for OA treatment in the future. The aim of this review is to introduce the concept of autophagy and make readers realize its impact on OA. The database we searched in is PubMed and we used the keywords listed below to find appropriate article resources.
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- Wei-Chun Kao
- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Medical Education and Research, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung 813414, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Municipal Siaogang Hospital, Kaohsiung 812, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Science Industries, Chang Jung Christian University, Tainan 71101, Taiwan
- Department of Bioscience Technology, Chang Jung Christian University, Tainan 71101, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Animal Vaccine Technology, College of Veterinary Medicine, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Pingtung 912301, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Municipal Ta-Tung Hospital, Kaohsiung 80145, Taiwan
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Animal Vaccine Technology, College of Veterinary Medicine, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Pingtung 912301, Taiwan
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- Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Correspondence: (C.-W.W.); (C.-H.C.); Tel.: +886-7-3121101 (ext. 2648#19) (C-W.W.); +886-7-3209209 (C.-H.C.)
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Regeneration Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Animal Vaccine Technology, College of Veterinary Medicine, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Pingtung 912301, Taiwan
- Department of Healthcare Administration and Medical Informatics, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan
- Institute of Medical Science and Technology, National Sun Yat-sen University, Kaohsiung 80420, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Materials Engineering, College of Engineering, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Pingtung 912301, Taiwan
- Correspondence: (C.-W.W.); (C.-H.C.); Tel.: +886-7-3121101 (ext. 2648#19) (C-W.W.); +886-7-3209209 (C.-H.C.)
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Zhao Z, Liu Y, Lu Y, Hou M, Shen X, Yang H, Shi Q, Zhang Y, He F, Zhu X. Gingko biloba-inspired lactone prevents osteoarthritis by activating the AMPK-SIRT1 signaling pathway. Arthritis Res Ther 2022; 24:197. [PMID: 35982488 PMCID: PMC9387049 DOI: 10.1186/s13075-022-02890-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Uncoupled extracellular matrix (ECM) causes cartilage degeneration and osteoarthritis (OA) by suppressing the synthesis and activating the degradation of ECM components. Gingko biloba is a natural Chinese herb with a variety of biological functions; however, the extent to which it can protect against OA and the mechanisms involved are unknown. METHODS In our study, using bioinformatics tools, we were able to identify an important lactone, bilobalide (BB), from Gingko biloba. In vitro experiments were performed to evaluate the potential therapeutic effects of BB on ECM homeostasis. In vivo experiments were conducted to assess the protection of systemic administration of BB on cartilage degeneration. Molecular mechanisms underlying BB-regulated anti-arthritic role were further explored. RESULTS In interleukin-1β-incubated human chondrocytes, in vitro treatment with BB increased the expression of cartilage anabolic proteins, while inhibiting the activities of ECM degrading enzymes. In a mice model, systemic administration of BB, in vivo, prevented post-traumatic cartilage erosion and attenuated the formation of abnormal osteophytes in the subchondral bone. Mechanistically, the activation of the adenosine 5'-monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK)-sirtuin 1 (SIRT1) signaling pathway was involved in the anti-arthritic effects of BB. In vitro, blocking BB's chondroprotection with the AMPK-specific inhibitor Compound C abrogated it. CONCLUSIONS These results demonstrated that BB extracted from Gingko biloba regulates ECM balance to prevent OA by activating the AMPK-SIRT1 signaling pathway. This study proposed the monomer BB, a traditional Chinese medicine, as a de novo therapeutic insight for OA. Schematic representation of the experimental design. Based on the bioinformatic analysis, bilobalide (BB), a natural herb Gingko biloba-derived ingredient, was identified as a candidate for treating osteoarthritis. In vitro, BB treatment not only facilitates cartilage extracellular matrix synthesis but also inhibits proteolytic enzyme activities. In vivo intraperitoneal injection of BB improves cartilage degeneration and subchondral bone sclerosis. BB, in particular, had anti-arthritic effects by activating the AMPK-SIRT1 signaling pathway.
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- Zhijian Zhao
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China.,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China.,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China.,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China.,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Suzhou Dushu Lake Hospital, Dushu Lake Hospital Affiliated to Soochow University, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China.,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China.,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China. .,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China. .,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, China. .,Orthopaedic Institute, Medical College, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215007, China.
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Wnt3a knockdown promotes collagen type II expression in rat chondrocytes. Exp Ther Med 2022; 24:526. [PMID: 35837029 PMCID: PMC9257960 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2022.11453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic condition caused by cartilage degradation, and there are currently no effective methods for preventing the progression of this disease; gene therapy is a relatively novel method for treating arthritis. Decreased collagen type II (Col2) expression within the cartilage matrix is an important factor for the development of OA, and Wnt3a serves a significant role in cartilage homeostasis. The present study assessed whether Wnt3a knockdown promoted Col2 expression in chondrocytes. Lentivirus-introduced small interfering RNA was used to knock down the expression of Wnt3a in primary rat chondrocytes, and then IL-1β treatment was used to establish an OA chondrocyte model. The expression of target genes (Wnt3a, Col2, MMP-13 and β-catenin) was analyzed using reverse transcription-quantitative PCR, western blotting and immunocytochemistry. There was significantly less MMP-13 and β-catenin expression in the Wnt3a knockdown cells compared with the other controls. Col2 expression was significantly higher in the Wnt3a-knockdown cells compared with the control cells, indicating that knockdown of Wnt3a may promote Col2 expression. Consequently, Wnt3a was indicated to be an important factor in cartilage homeostasis, and Wnt3a knockdown may serve as a novel method for OA therapy.
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Sun Y, Bao X, Chen H, Zhou L. MicroRNA-128-3p suppresses interleukin-1β-stimulated cartilage degradation and chondrocyte apoptosis via targeting zinc finger E-box binding homeobox 1 in osteoarthritis. Bioengineered 2022; 13:1736-1745. [PMID: 34990303 PMCID: PMC8805990 DOI: 10.1080/21655979.2021.2019879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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Accumulating studies have suggested that microRNAs (miRNAs) play vital roles in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis (OA). Nevertheless, the specific function of miR-128-3p in OA remains unknown. In this study, we demonstrated that miR-128-3p was decreased and ZEB1 was increased in OA. Additionally, miR-128-3p expression was negatively correlated with ZEB1. miR-128-3p overexpression or ZEB1 silencing attenuated extracellular matrix degradation and cell apoptosis, and increased the proliferation of IL-1β-activated CHON-001 cells. Furthermore, ZEB1 was directly targeted by miR-128-3p. In addition, ZEB1 upregulation restored the effects of miR-128-3p overexpression on OA progression. Overall, our findings suggested that miR-128-3p might regulate the development of OA via targeting ZEB1.
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- Yu Sun
- Department of Orthopectics, The First People's Hospital of Changzhou, Changzhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopectics, The First People's Hospital of Changzhou, Changzhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopectics, The First People's Hospital of Changzhou, Changzhou, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopectics, The First People's Hospital of Changzhou, Changzhou, P.R. China
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Zia A, Sahebdel F, Farkhondeh T, Ashrafizadeh M, Zarrabi A, Hushmandi K, Samarghandian S. A review study on the modulation of SIRT1 expression by miRNAs in aging and age-associated diseases. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 188:52-61. [PMID: 34364937 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Revised: 07/15/2021] [Accepted: 08/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Sirtuin-1 (SIRT1) as a NAD + -dependent Class III protein deacetylase, involves in longevity and various cellular physiological processes. SIRT1 via deacetylating transcription factors regulates cell growth, inflammation, metabolism, hypoxic responses, cell survival, senescence, and aging. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are short non-coding RNAs that modulate the expression of target genes in a post-transcriptional manner. Recent investigations have exhibited that miRNAs have an important role in regulating cell growth, development, stress responses, tumor formation and suppression, cell death, and aging. In the present review, we summarize recent findings about the roles of miRNAs in regulating SIRT1 and SIRT1-associated signaling cascade and downstream effects, like apoptosis and aging. Here we introduce and discuss how activity and expression of SIRT1 are modulated by miRNAs and further review the therapeutic potential of targeting miRNAs for age-associated diseases that involve SIRT1 dysfunction. Although at its infancy, research on the roles of miRNAs in aging and their function through modulating SIRT1 may provide new insights in deciphering the key molecular pathways related to aging and age-associated disorders.
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- Aliabbas Zia
- Department of Biochemistry, Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics (IBB), University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Cardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran; Faculty of Pharmacy, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Sabanci University, Orta Mahalle, Üniversite Caddesi No. 27, Orhanlı, Tuzla, Istanbul, Turkey; Sabanci University Nanotechnology Research and Application Center (SUNUM), Istanbul, Turkey
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- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Sabanci University, Orta Mahalle, Üniversite Caddesi No. 27, Orhanlı, Tuzla, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control, Division of epidemiology, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Noncommunicable Diseases Research Center, Neyshabur University of Medical Sciences, Neyshabur, Iran.
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Qi Y, Li B, Wen Y, Yang X, Chen B, He Z, Zhao Z, Magdalou J, Wang H, Chen L. H3K9ac of TGFβRI in human umbilical cord: a potential biomarker for evaluating cartilage differentiation and susceptibility to osteoarthritis via a two-step strategy. Stem Cell Res Ther 2021; 12:163. [PMID: 33663609 PMCID: PMC7934528 DOI: 10.1186/s13287-021-02234-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Accepted: 02/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Epidemiological investigation and our previous reports indicated that osteoarthritis had a fetal origin and was closely associated with intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR). Human Wharton’s jelly-derived mesenchymal stem cells (WJ-MSCs) could be programmable to “remember” early-life stimuli. Here, we aimed to explore an early-warning biomarker of fetal-originated adult osteoarthritis in the WJ-MSCs. Methods Firstly, two kinds of WJ-MSCs were applied to evaluate their chondrogenic potential in vitro through inducing chondrogenic differentiation as the first step of our strategy, one from newborns with IUGR and the other from normal newborns but treated with excessive cortisol during differentiation to simulate the excessive maternal glucocorticoid in the IUGR newborns. As for the second step of the strategy, the differentiated WJ-MSCs were treated with interleukin 1β (IL-1β) to mimic the susceptibility to osteoarthritis. Then, the expression and histone acetylation levels of transforming growth factor β (TGFβ) signaling pathway and the expression of histone deacetylases (HDACs) were quantified, with or without cortisol receptor inhibitor RU486, or HDAC4 inhibitor LMK235. Secondly, the histone acetylation and expression levels of TGFβRI were further detected in rat cartilage and human umbilical cord from IUGR individuals. Results Glycosaminoglycan content and the expression levels of chondrogenic genes were decreased in the WJ-MSCs from IUGR, and the expression levels of chondrogenic genes were further reduced after IL-1β treatment, while the expression levels of catabolic factors were increased. Then, serum cortisol level from IUGR individuals was found increased, and similar changes were observed in normal WJ-MSCs treated with excessive cortisol. Moreover, the decreased histone 3 lysine 9 acetylation (H3K9ac) level of TGFβRI and its expression were observed in IUGR-derived WJ-MSCs and normal WJ-MSCs treated with excessive cortisol, which could be abolished by RU486 and LMK235. At last, the decreased H3K9ac level of TGFβRI and its expression were further confirmed in the cartilage of IUGR rat offspring and human umbilical cords from IUGR newborn. Conclusions WJ-MSCs from IUGR individuals displayed a poor capacity of chondrogenic differentiation and an increased susceptibility to osteoarthritis-like phenotype, which was attributed to the decreased H3K9ac level of TGFβRI and its expression induced by high cortisol through GR/HDAC4. The H3K9ac of TGFβRI in human umbilical cord could be a potential early-warning biomarker for predicting neonatal cartilage dysplasia and osteoarthritis susceptibility. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13287-021-02234-8.
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- Yongjian Qi
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China.,Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China.,Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China.,Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China.,Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China.,Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- UMR 7561 CNRS-Université de Lorraine, Faculté de Médicine, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Developmentally Originated Disease, Wuhan, 430071, China. .,Department of Pharmacology, Wuhan University School of Basic Medical Sciences, Wuhan, 430071, China.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China. .,Department of Pharmacology, Wuhan University School of Basic Medical Sciences, Wuhan, 430071, China.
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Komatsu DE, Duque E, Hadjiargyrou M. MicroRNAs and fracture healing: Pre-clinical studies. Bone 2021; 143:115758. [PMID: 33212318 PMCID: PMC7769985 DOI: 10.1016/j.bone.2020.115758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2020] [Revised: 11/13/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Abstract
During the past several years, pre-clinical experiments have established that microRNAs (miRNAs), small non-coding RNAs, serve as key regulatory molecules of fracture healing. Their easy modulation with agonists and antagonists make them highly desirable targets for future therapeutic strategies, especially for pathophysiologic fractures that either do not heal (nonunions) or are delayed. It is now well documented that these problematic fractures lead to human suffering and impairment of life quality. Additionally, financial difficulties are also encountered as work productivity decreases and income is reduced. Moreover, targeting miRNAs may also be an avenue to enhancing normal physiological fracture healing. Herein we present the most current knowledge of the involvement of miRNAs during fracture healing in pre-clinical studies. Following a brief description on the nature of miRNAs and of the fracture healing process, we present data from studies focusing specifically, on miRNA regulation of osteoblast differentiation and osteogenesis (within the context of known signaling pathways), chondrocytes, angiogenesis, and apoptosis, all critical to successful bone repair. Further, we also discuss miRNAs and exosomes. We hope that this manuscript serves as a comprehensive review that will facilitate basic/translational scientists in the orthopaedic arena to realize and further decipher the biological and future therapeutic impact of these small regulatory RNA molecules, especially as they relate to the molecular events of each of the major phases of fracture healing.
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- David E Komatsu
- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Stony Brook University, United States of America
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Stony Brook University, United States of America
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, New York Institute of Technology, United States of America.
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Mao D, Wu M, Wei J, Zhou X, Yang L, Chen F. MicroRNA-101a-3p could be involved in the pathogenesis of temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis by mediating UBE2D1 and FZD4. J Oral Pathol Med 2020; 50:236-243. [PMID: 33187014 DOI: 10.1111/jop.13131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2020] [Revised: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 09/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis (TMJOA) is a degenerative disease that gradually affects the articular cartilage, synovium, and bone structure. To date, the molecular mechanism of TMJOA pathogenesis remains unclear. The aim of this study was to explore the biological function of the micro-ribonucleic acid 101a-3p (miR-101a-3p) and its role in TMJOA. METHODS We detected the effect of interleukin-1β (IL-1β) on chondrocyte proliferation using Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) technology. Using quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), we detected transcription levels of miR-101a-3p in a rat model with TMJOA and inflamed chondrocytes, as well as in a group of normal rats. The effect of miR-101a-3p on apoptosis was examined in vitro using flow cytometry (FCM). We then analyzed the target of miR-101a-3p via bioinformatics and confirmed it using a luciferase reporter assay (LRA). RESULTS We showed that IL-1β could inhibit proliferation of chondrocytes. We found that miR-101a-3p levels were significantly lower in the rat inflammation model with TMJOA and inflamed chondrocytes than in the normal group. Additionally, miR-101a-3p substantially promoted apoptosis of chondrocytes, and both bioinformatic analyses and LRA found that this miRNA targeted the genes ubiquitin-conjugating enzyme 2D1 (UBE2D1) and Frizzled class receptor 4 (FZD4). CONCLUSION Our results suggested that miR-101a-3p was involved in the pathogenesis of TMJOA and that its mechanism was probably interaction with its target genes UBE2D1 and FZD4.
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- Dan Mao
- Department of Prosthetics, The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Oral Disease Research in General Colleges and Universities of Guizhou Province, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Prosthetics, The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Prosthetics, The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Prosthetics, The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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- Department of Prosthetics, The Affiliated Stomatology Hospital of Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China
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Duan R, Xie H, Liu ZZ. The Role of Autophagy in Osteoarthritis. Front Cell Dev Biol 2020; 8:608388. [PMID: 33324654 PMCID: PMC7723985 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2020.608388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 98] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2020] [Accepted: 11/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Chondrocytes are the only cell type in normal cartilage. The pathological changes of osteoarthritis (OA) mostly revolve around the apoptosis and dysfunction of chondrocytes. Autophagy, as an intracellular degradation system that maintains the steady state of energy metabolism in cells, has been shown to restore the function of damaged chondrocytes, alleviating the occurrence and progression of OA. In this review, we explored the relationship between autophagy and OA and the key molecules of autophagy pathway that regulate the progression of OA, providing new ideas for OA treatment by targeting autophagy.
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- Ran Duan
- Movement System Injury and Repair Research Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Department of Sports Medicine, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Movement System Injury and Repair Research Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Department of Sports Medicine, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Hunan Key Laboratory of Organ Injury, Aging and Regenerative Medicine, Changsha, China.,Hunan Key Laboratory of Bone Joint Degeneration and Injury, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Changsha, China
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- Movement System Injury and Repair Research Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Department of Sports Medicine, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Hunan Key Laboratory of Organ Injury, Aging and Regenerative Medicine, Changsha, China.,Hunan Key Laboratory of Bone Joint Degeneration and Injury, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Changsha, China
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Chunlei H, Chang Z, Sheng L, Yanchun Z, Lulin L, Daozhang C. Down-regulation of MiR-138-5p Protects Chondrocytes ATDC5 and CHON-001 from IL-1 β-induced Inflammation Via Up-regulating SOX9. Curr Pharm Des 2020; 25:4613-4621. [PMID: 31486753 DOI: 10.2174/1381612825666190905163046] [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: 05/16/2019] [Accepted: 09/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Osteoarthritis (OA) pertains to a chronic disease of degenerative joints distinguished by articular cartilage destruction, subchondral bone remodeling, osteophyte formation, and inflammatory changes. Chondrocyte apoptosis is inextricably linked to cartilage degeneration. SRY-related high-mobility-group-box 9 (SOX9) is a well-acknowledged transcription factor in the chondrogenesis. Nevertheless, the detailed function of miR-138-5p/SOX9 in OA remains to be fully clarified. MATERIALS AND METHODS qRT-PCR was performed to measure the expressions of miR-138-5p and SOX9 mRNA in OA and normal cartilage tissues and cells. Human chondrocyte cell lines, CHON-001 and ATDC5, were treated with different doses of interleukin-1β (IL-1β) to simulate the inflammatory response environment of OA. miR-138-5p mimics, miR-138-5p inhibitors, and SOX9 small interfering RNA (siRNA) were constructed and transfected into CHON-001 and ATDC5 cells. CCK-8 was conducted to determine the cell viability and transwell assay was used to monitor the migration of cells. Western blot was carried out to detect the expressions of apoptosis- related factors. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was adopted to measure the contents of inflammatory factors. TargetScan predicted SOX9 was a target gene of miR-138-5p, which was then verified by luciferase assay. RESULTS miR-138-5p expression was down-regulated in OA and regulated SOX9 expression. The downregulation of miR-138-5p facilitated the proliferation and migration of CHON-001 and ATDC5 cells, while impeded their apoptosis and inflammatory response. Besides, down-regulated SOX9 can counteract the promoting effect of down-regulated miR-138-5p on the proliferation and migration of chondrocytes. CONCLUSION miR-138-5p can arrest the proliferation and migration of CHON-001 and ATDC5 via restraining SOX9, and facilitate the apoptosis and inflammation. This study revealed the protective effect of down-regulated miR-138-5p on the inflammatory injury of chondrocytes caused by IL-1β.
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- He Chunlei
- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510630, Guangdong, China.,Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou 341000, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510630, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou 341000, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou 341000, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou 341000, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510630, Guangdong, China
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Li D, Sun Y, Wan Y, Wu X, Yang W. LncRNA NEAT1 promotes proliferation of chondrocytes via down‐regulation of miR‐16‐5p in osteoarthritis. J Gene Med 2020; 22:e3203. [PMID: 32307795 DOI: 10.1002/jgm.3203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2019] [Revised: 02/12/2020] [Accepted: 02/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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- Dan Li
- Department of Orthopaedics Fuyang People's Hospital Fuyang China
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- Clinical Medical College of Six Hospitals Shanghai Jiao Tong University Shanghai China
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- First Clinical College Anhui Medical University Anhui China
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- Department of Orthopaedics Yangzhou Maternal and Child Care Service Centre Yangzhou China
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- Department of Orthopaedics Fuyang People's Hospital Fuyang China
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Al-Modawi RN, Brinchmann JE, Karlsen TA. Multi-pathway Protective Effects of MicroRNAs on Human Chondrocytes in an In Vitro Model of Osteoarthritis. MOLECULAR THERAPY. NUCLEIC ACIDS 2019; 17:776-790. [PMID: 31446120 PMCID: PMC6716067 DOI: 10.1016/j.omtn.2019.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2018] [Revised: 07/12/2019] [Accepted: 07/16/2019] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common degenerative joint disease. One of the main pathogenic factors of OA is thought to be inflammation. Other factors associated with OA are dysregulation of microRNAs, reduced autophagic activity, oxidative stress, and altered metabolism. microRNAs are small non-coding RNAs that are powerful regulators of gene expression. miR-140-5p is considered a cartilage-specific microRNA, is necessary for in vitro chondrogenesis, has anti-inflammatory properties, and is downregulated in osteoarthritic cartilage. Its passenger strand, miR-140-3p, is the most highly expressed microRNA in healthy cartilage and increases during in vitro chondrogenesis. miR-146a is a well-known anti-inflammatory microRNA. Several studies have illustrated its role in OA and autoimmune diseases. We show that, when human chondrocytes were transfected individually with miR-140-5p, miR-140-3p, or miR-146a prior to stimulation with interleukin-1 beta and tumor factor necrosis-alpha as an inflammatory model of OA, each of these microRNAs exhibited similar protective effects. Mass spectrometry analysis provided an insight to the altered proteome. All three microRNAs downregulated important inflammatory mediators. In addition, they affected different proteins belonging to the same biological processes, suggesting an overall inhibition of inflammation and oxidative stress, enhancement of autophagy, and restoration of other homeostatic cellular mechanisms, including metabolism.
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- Rua Nader Al-Modawi
- Norwegian Center for Stem Cell Research, Department of Immunology and Transfusion Medicine, Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet, Oslo, Norway.
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- Norwegian Center for Stem Cell Research, Department of Immunology and Transfusion Medicine, Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet, Oslo, Norway; Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
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- Norwegian Center for Stem Cell Research, Department of Immunology and Transfusion Medicine, Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet, Oslo, Norway
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Ni Z, Kuang L, Chen H, Xie Y, Zhang B, Ouyang J, Wu J, Zhou S, Chen L, Su N, Tan Q, Luo X, Chen B, Chen S, Yin L, Huang H, Du X, Chen L. The exosome-like vesicles from osteoarthritic chondrocyte enhanced mature IL-1β production of macrophages and aggravated synovitis in osteoarthritis. Cell Death Dis 2019; 10:522. [PMID: 31285423 PMCID: PMC6614358 DOI: 10.1038/s41419-019-1739-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 106] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2019] [Revised: 05/28/2019] [Accepted: 05/31/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Synovitis, a common clinical symptom for osteoarthritis (OA) patients, is highly related to OA pathological progression and pain manifestation. The activated synovial macrophages have been demonstrated to play an important role in synovitis, but the mechanisms about macrophage activation are still not clear. In this study, we found that the exosome-like vesicles from osteoarthritic chondrocytes could be a new biological factor to stimulate inflammasome activation and increase mature IL-1β production in macrophages. The degraded cartilage explants produced more exosome-like vesicles than the nondegraded ones, while the exosome-like vesicles from chondrocytes could enter into joint synovium tissue and macrophages. Moreover, the exosome-like vesicles from osteoarthritic chondrocytes enhanced the production of mature IL-1β in macrophages. These vesicles could inhibit ATG4B expression via miR-449a-5p, leading to inhibition of autophagy in LPS-primed macrophages. The decreased autophagy promoted the production of mitoROS, which further enhanced the inflammasome activation and subsequent IL-1β processing. Ultimately, the increase of mature IL-1β may aggravate synovial inflammation and promote the progression of OA disease. Our study provides a new perspective to understand the activation of synovial macrophages and synovitis in OA patients, which may be beneficial for therapeutic intervention in synovitis-related OA patients.
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- Zhenhong Ni
- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Center for Joint Surgery, Southwest Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400038, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, 400010, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Qianjiang Nationality Hospital, 409000, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Laboratory for the Rehabilitation of Traumatic Injuries, Laboratory of Trauma, Center of Bone Metabolism and Repair, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Research Institute of Surgery, Laboratory for Prevention and Rehabilitation of Military Training Related Injuries, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University (Third Military Medical University), 400042, Chongqing, China.
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The role of sirtuin 1 and its activator, resveratrol in osteoarthritis. Biosci Rep 2019; 39:BSR20190189. [PMID: 30996115 PMCID: PMC6509056 DOI: 10.1042/bsr20190189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2019] [Revised: 04/05/2019] [Accepted: 04/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthitis (OA) is the most common aging-related joint pathology; the aging process results in changes to joint tissues that ultimately contribute to the development of OA. Articular chondrocytes exhibit an aging-related decline in their proliferative and synthetic capacity. Sirtuin 1 (SIRT 1), a longevity gene related to many diseases associated with aging, is a nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+)-dependent protein deacetylase and master metabolic regulator. Along with its natural activator resveratrol, SIRT 1 actively participates in the OA pathological progress. SIRT 1 expression in osteoarthritic cartilage decreases in the disease progression of OA; it appears to play a predominantly regulatory role in OA. SIRT 1 can regulate the expression of extracellular matrix (ECM)-related proteins; promote mesenchymal stem cell differentiation; play anti-catabolic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative stress, and anti-apoptosis roles; participate in the autophagic process; and regulate bone homeostasis in OA. Resveratrol can activate SIRT 1 in order to inhibit OA disease progression. In the future, activating SIRT 1 via resveratrol with improved bioavailability may be an appropriate therapeutic approach for OA.
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Modulated Autophagy by MicroRNAs in Osteoarthritis Chondrocytes. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 2019:1484152. [PMID: 31205933 PMCID: PMC6530247 DOI: 10.1155/2019/1484152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2019] [Accepted: 04/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic joint disease characterized by articular cartilage regression. The etiology of OA is diverse, the exact pathogenesis of which remains unclear. Autophagy is a conserved maintenance mechanism in eukaryotic cells. Dysfunction of chondrocyte autophagy is regarded as a crucial pathogenesis of cartilage degradation in OA. MircoRNAs (miRNAs) are a category of small noncoding RNAs, acting as posttranscriptional modulators that regulate biological processes and cell signaling pathways via target genes. A series of miRNAs are involved in the progression of chondrocyte autophagy and are connected with numerous factors and pathways. This article focuses on the mechanisms of chondrocyte autophagy in OA and reviews the role of miRNA in their modulation. Potentially relevant miRNAs are also discussed in order to provide new directions for future research and improve our understanding of the autophagic network of miRNAs.
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Coutinho de Almeida R, Ramos YFM, Meulenbelt I. Involvement of epigenetics in osteoarthritis. Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol 2019; 31:634-648. [PMID: 30509410 DOI: 10.1016/j.berh.2018.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2018] [Accepted: 03/02/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most prevalent chronic age-related arthritic disease that mainly affects the diarthrodial joints. Nevertheless, there is no treatment currently available that can effectively reduce symptoms or slow down or stop disease progression. The lack of disease-modifying therapies could be explained by the complex pathogenesis of OA, which is still not completely understood. Intertwined epigenetic mechanisms such as DNA methylation, histone modifications, and noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs) have been indicated as important cellular tools to maintain tissue homeostasis upon environmental challenges. The current review illustrates that dysfunctional epigenetic control mechanisms in the articular cartilage likely play an important role in driving OA pathophysiology.
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- Rodrigo Coutinho de Almeida
- Dept. Biomedical Data Sciences, Section Molecular Epidemiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Post-zone S-05-P, P.O. Box 9600, 2300 RC, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Dept. Biomedical Data Sciences, Section Molecular Epidemiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Post-zone S-05-P, P.O. Box 9600, 2300 RC, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Dept. Biomedical Data Sciences, Section Molecular Epidemiology, Leiden University Medical Center, Post-zone S-05-P, P.O. Box 9600, 2300 RC, Leiden, The Netherlands.
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Inhibition of miR-449a Promotes Cartilage Regeneration and Prevents Progression of Osteoarthritis in In Vivo Rat Models. MOLECULAR THERAPY. NUCLEIC ACIDS 2018; 13:322-333. [PMID: 30326428 PMCID: PMC6197768 DOI: 10.1016/j.omtn.2018.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2018] [Revised: 09/21/2018] [Accepted: 09/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Traumatic and degenerative lesions of articular cartilage usually progress to osteoarthritis (OA), a leading cause of disability in humans. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) can regulate the differentiation of human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hBMSCs) and play important roles in the expression of genes related to OA. However, their functional roles in OA remain poorly understood. Here, we have examined miR-449a, which targets sirtuin 1 (SIRT1) and lymphoid enhancer-binding factor-1 (LEF-1), and observed its effects on damaged cartilage. The levels of chondrogenic markers and miR-449a target genes increased during chondrogenesis in anti-miR-449a-transfected hBMSCs. A locked nucleic acid (LNA)-anti-miR-449a increased cartilage regeneration and expression of type II collagen and aggrecan on the regenerated cartilage surface in acute defect and OA models. Furthermore, intra-articular injection of LNA-anti-miR-449a prevented disease progression in the OA model. Our study indicates that miR-449a may be a novel potential therapeutic target for age-related joint diseases like OA.
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Wu J, Zou M, Ping A, Deng Z, Cai L. MicroRNA-449a upregulation promotes chondrocyte extracellular matrix degradation in osteoarthritis. Biomed Pharmacother 2018; 105:940-946. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2018.06.074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2018] [Revised: 06/10/2018] [Accepted: 06/13/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Choi SM, Lee KM, Ryu SB, Park YJ, Hwang YG, Baek D, Choi Y, Park KH, Park KD, Lee JW. Enhanced articular cartilage regeneration with SIRT1-activated MSCs using gelatin-based hydrogel. Cell Death Dis 2018; 9:866. [PMID: 30158625 PMCID: PMC6115405 DOI: 10.1038/s41419-018-0914-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2018] [Revised: 06/26/2018] [Accepted: 07/09/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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To investigate the functional effects of resveratrol (RSV) on mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), we treated MSCs with RSV continuously during ex vivo expansion. MSCs were continuously treated with RSV from passage (P) 0 to P5. A proliferative capacity of RSV-treated MSCs was higher than that of non-treated MSCs and similar with P1-MSCs. Continuous treatment of RSV on MSCs increased the stemness and inhibited the senescence. During chondrogenic differentiation in vitro, RSV-treated MSCs had higher differentiation potential and reduced hypertrophic maturation, which are limitations for hyaline cartilage formation. The histological analysis of micromass demonstrated increased chondrogenic differentiation potential. We further explored the therapeutic effectiveness of this method in a rabbit osteochondral defect model. A rabbit osteochondral defect model was established to investigate the hyaline cartilage regeneration potential of RSV-treated MSCs. Moreover, the cartilage regeneration potential of RSV-treated MSCs was greater than that of untreated MSCs. The expression levels of chondrogenic markers increased and those of hypertrophic markers decreased in RSV-treated MSCs compared with untreated MSCs. Sustained treatment of RSV on MSCs during ex vivo expansion resulted in the maintenance of stemness and enhanced chondrogenic differentiation potential. Consequentially, highly efficient MSCs promoted superior hyaline cartilage regeneration in vivo. This novel treatment method provides a basis for cell-based tissue engineering.
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- Seong Mi Choi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
- Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Sciences, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
- Severance Biomedical Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Department of Molecular Science and Technology/Applied Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Ajou University, 206, World cup-ro Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, 16499, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, 20, Ilsan-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do, 26426, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
- Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Sciences, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
- Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Sciences, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Department of Molecular Science and Technology/Applied Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Ajou University, 206, World cup-ro Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, 16499, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea.
- Brain Korea 21 PLUS Project for Medical Sciences, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea.
- Severance Biomedical Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 03722, South Korea.
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Malemud CJ. MicroRNAs and Osteoarthritis. Cells 2018; 7:cells7080092. [PMID: 30071609 PMCID: PMC6115911 DOI: 10.3390/cells7080092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2018] [Revised: 07/23/2018] [Accepted: 07/29/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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An imbalance in gene expressional events skewing chondrocyte anabolic and catabolic pathways toward the latter causes an aberrant turnover and loss of extracellular matrix proteins in osteoarthritic (OA) articular cartilage. Thus, catabolism results in the elevated loss of extracellular matrix proteins. There is also evidence of an increase in the frequency of chondrocyte apoptosis that compromises the capacity of articular cartilage to undergo repair. Although much of the fundamental OA studies over the past 20 years identified and characterized many genes relevant to pro-inflammatory cytokines, apoptosis, and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs)/a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motif (ADAMTS), more recent studies focused on epigenetic mechanisms and the associated role of microRNAs (miRs) in regulating gene expression in OA cartilage. Thus, several miRs were identified as regulators of chondrocyte signaling pathways, apoptosis, and proteinase gene expression. For example, the reduced expression of miR-146a was found to be coupled to reduced type II collagen (COL2) in OA cartilage, whereas MMP-13 levels were increased, suggesting an association between MMP-13 gene expression and COL2A1 gene expression. Results of these studies imply that microRNAs could become useful in the search for diagnostic biomarkers, as well as providing novel therapeutic targets for intervention in OA.
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- Charles J Malemud
- Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatic Diseases, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Foley Medical Building, 2061 Cornell Road, Cleveland, OH 44106-5076, USA.
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Guo Y, Min Z, Jiang C, Wang W, Yan J, Xu P, Xu K, Xu J, Sun M, Zhao Y, Hussain S, Zhang R, Wang Q, Han Y, Zhang F, Zhu W, Li D, Meng L, Sun J, Lu S. Downregulation of HS6ST2 by miR-23b-3p enhances matrix degradation through p38 MAPK pathway in osteoarthritis. Cell Death Dis 2018; 9:699. [PMID: 29899528 PMCID: PMC5999974 DOI: 10.1038/s41419-018-0729-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2017] [Revised: 05/01/2018] [Accepted: 05/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis involving major structural changes of peripheral joints and local or systemic inflammation and in lack of therapeutic approaches because of complexity of underlying molecular basis. Our previous work showed that HS6ST2, an enzyme involved in the transfer of sulfate, is downregulated in cartilage tissues of OA patients compared with normal donors, but little is known about its regulatory mechanism. In this study, we demonstrated that the expression of HS6ST2 was lower in OA-damaged cartilage than smooth cartilage from the same patient. In chondrocytes, HS6ST2 could be targeted by miR-23b-3p, which was higher expressed in OA-damaged cartilage. Under TNF-α stimulation, the expression of HS6ST2 was found inversely correlated with the expression of miR-23b-3p. Downregulation of HS6ST2 regulated by overexpression of miR-23b-3p and siRNAs against HS6ST2 could enhance the protein level of MMP13 and aggravate the matrix degradation in chondrocytes. Increased expression of MMP13 depended on activity of p38 MAPK rather than total p38 MAPK level and was abrogated by HS6ST2 overexpression. Together, the results indicated that downregulated HS6ST2 targeted by miR-23b-3p promotes matrix degradation by activating p38 MAPK in chondrocytes and OA cartilage.
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- Yuanxu Guo
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Child Health Care, Shaanxi Provincial People's Hospital, Shaanxi, 710068, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Human Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710068, Xi'an, China
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- Xi'an Hong Hui Hospital, the Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710054, Xi'an, China
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- Xi'an Hong Hui Hospital, the Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710054, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China.
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Xi'an Jiaotong University Health Science Center, 710061, Xi'an, China. .,Key Laboratory of Environment and Genes Related to Diseases (Xi'an Jiaotong University), Ministry of Education of China, 710061, Xi'an, China.
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Endoplasmic reticulum stress participates in the progress of senescence and apoptosis of osteoarthritis chondrocytes. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2017; 491:368-373. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2017.07.094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2017] [Accepted: 07/15/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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D'Adamo S, Cetrullo S, Minguzzi M, Silvestri Y, Borzì RM, Flamigni F. MicroRNAs and Autophagy: Fine Players in the Control of Chondrocyte Homeostatic Activities in Osteoarthritis. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2017; 2017:3720128. [PMID: 28713485 PMCID: PMC5497632 DOI: 10.1155/2017/3720128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2017] [Revised: 05/12/2017] [Accepted: 05/22/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating degenerative disease of the articular cartilage with a multifactorial etiology. Aging, the main risk factor for OA development, is associated with a systemic oxidative and inflammatory phenotype. Autophagy is a central housekeeping system that plays an antiaging role by supporting the clearance of senescence-associated alterations of macromolecules and organelles. Autophagy deficiency has been related to OA pathogenesis because of the accumulation of cellular defects in chondrocytes. Microribonucleic acids (microRNAs or miRs) are a well-established class of posttranscriptional modulators belonging to the family of noncoding RNAs that have been identified as key players in the regulation of cellular processes, such as autophagy, by targeting their own cognate mRNAs. Here, we present a state-of-the-art literature review on the role of miRs and autophagy in the scenario of OA pathogenesis. In addition, a comprehensive survey has been performed on the functional connections of the miR network and the autophagy pathway in OA by using "microRNA," "autophagy," and "osteoarthritis" as key words. Discussion of available evidence sheds light on some aspects that need further investigation in order to reach a more comprehensive view of the potential of this topic in OA.
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- Stefania D'Adamo
- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Laboratorio di Immunoreumatologia e Rigenerazione Tissutale, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Laboratorio di Immunoreumatologia e Rigenerazione Tissutale, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Abstract
Although the potential effect of aberrant expression of catabolic and
anabolic genes on the development of osteoarthritis (OA) is well-documented, the
regulatory mechanism for the expression of these genes in articular chondrocytes
remains to be elucidated. The recent advances in epigenetic studies have
identified microRNA (miRNA) as one of the epigenetic mechanisms for the
regulation of gene expression. This mini review highlights the role of miRNA in
the regulation of gene expression in articular chondrocytes and its significance
in the pathogenesis of OA, with a discussion on the potential of miRNA as a new
biomarker and therapeutic target for OA. Further investigations are required to
determine the specificity, sensitivity, and efficacy of miRNA for clinical
applications.
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- Mingcai Zhang
- Harrington Laboratory for Molecular Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, USA
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- Harrington Laboratory for Molecular Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, USA
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- Harrington Laboratory for Molecular Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, USA.,Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, USA
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Zheng W, Feng Z, You S, Zhang H, Tao Z, Wang Q, Chen H, Wu Y. Fisetin inhibits IL-1β-induced inflammatory response in human osteoarthritis chondrocytes through activating SIRT1 and attenuates the progression of osteoarthritis in mice. Int Immunopharmacol 2017; 45:135-147. [DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2017.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2016] [Revised: 01/28/2017] [Accepted: 02/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Jia D, Li Y, Wang K, Cai G, Yang L, Meng X. [Molecular biological research progress of non-coding RNAs modulating osteoarthritis]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2017; 31:374-378. [PMID: 29806271 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.201610123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Objective To summarize the molecular biological research progress of non-coding RNAs modulating osteoarthritis (OA), and provide a reference basis for biological study and clinical treatment of OA. Methods Recent domestic and foreign related literature about the regulation of OA pathological process by non-coding RNAs was widely reviewed. Results Non-coding RNAs can be divided into three types based on the length of RNA. A lot of non-coding RNAs participating in OA pathological process are screened out by high throughput sequencing technology and microarray technology, and it is verified that these non-coding RNAs involve in the regulation of OA by RT-PCR. The mechanism of OA mediated target is clarified by knocking-down and overexpressing of the most prominent expressed non-coding RNAs in OA. There are the complicated gene expressed network topology in non-coding RNAs, and between non-coding RNAs and coding RNAs. It provides a basis for clearing the effect of gene structure and function, and finding the definite therapeutic target of OA. Conclusion There is preliminary study on molecular biological mechanism of non-coding RNAs mediating OA, but the key structure or sequence of non-coding RNAs, formation and interaction of effecting composite structure about mediating OA are unknown, and it needs further study.
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- Di Jia
- Department of Sports Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming Yunnan, 650000, P.R.China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming Yunnan, 650000,
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- Department of Sports Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming Yunnan, 650000, P.R.China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming Yunnan, 650000, P.R.China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming Yunnan, 650000, P.R.China
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- Department of Sports Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming Yunnan, 650000, P.R.China
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