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Dahiya A, Chaudhari VS, Kushram P, Bose S. 3D Printed SiO 2-Tricalcium Phosphate Scaffolds Loaded with Carvacrol Nanoparticles for Bone Tissue Engineering Application. J Med Chem 2024; 67:2745-2757. [PMID: 38146876 PMCID: PMC11164277 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.3c01884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2023]
Abstract
Bone damage resulting from trauma or aging poses challenges in clinical settings that need to be addressed using bone tissue engineering (BTE). Carvacrol (CA) possesses anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antibacterial properties. Limited solubility and physicochemical stability restrict its biological activity, requiring a stable carrier system for delivery. Here, we investigate the utilization of a three-dimensional printed (3DP) SiO2-doped tricalcium phosphate (TCP) scaffold functionalized with carvacrol-loaded lipid nanoparticles (CA-LNPs) to improve bone health. It exhibits a negative surface charge with an entrapment efficiency of ∼97% and size ∼129 nm with polydispersity index (PDI) and zeta potential values of 0.18 and -16 mV, respectively. CA-LNPs exhibit higher and long-term release over 35 days. The CA-LNP loaded SiO2-doped TCP scaffold demonstrates improved antibacterial properties against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa by >90% reduction in bacterial growth. Functionalized scaffolds result in 3-fold decrease and 2-fold increase in osteosarcoma and osteoblast cell viability, respectively. These findings highlight the therapeutic potential of the CA-LNP loaded SiO2-doped TCP scaffold for bone defect treatment.
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- Aditi Dahiya
- Department of Chemistry, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
- W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
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- W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
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- W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
- W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
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Gonçalves TAF, Lima VS, de Almeida AJPO, de Arruda AV, Veras ACMF, Lima TT, Soares EMC, Santos ACD, Vasconcelos MECD, de Almeida Feitosa MS, Veras RC, de Medeiros IA. Carvacrol Improves Vascular Function in Hypertensive Animals by Modulating Endothelial Progenitor Cells. Nutrients 2023; 15:3032. [PMID: 37447358 DOI: 10.3390/nu15133032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Carvacrol, a phenolic monoterpene, has diverse biological activities, highlighting its antioxidant and antihypertensive capacity. However, there is little evidence demonstrating its influence on vascular regeneration. Therefore, we evaluated the modulation of carvacrol on endothelial repair induced by endothelial progenitor cells (EPC) in hypertension. Twelve-week-old spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHR) were treated with a vehicle, carvacrol (50 or 100 mg/kg/day), or resveratrol (10 mg/kg/day) orally for four weeks. Wistar Kyoto (WKY) rats were used as the normotensive controls. Their systolic blood pressure (SBP) was measured weekly through the tail cuff. The EPCs were isolated from the bone marrow and peripherical circulation and were quantified by flow cytometry. The functionality of the EPC was evaluated after cultivation through the quantification of colony-forming units (CFU), evaluation of eNOS, intracellular detection of reactive oxygen species (ROS), and evaluation of senescence. The superior mesenteric artery was isolated to evaluate the quantification of ROS, CD34, and CD31. Treatment with carvacrol induced EPC migration, increased CFU formation and eNOS expression and activity, and reduced ROS and senescence. In addition, carvacrol reduced vascular ROS and increased CD31 and CD34 expression. This study showed that treatment with carvacrol improved the functionality of EPC, contributing to the reduction of endothelial dysfunction.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa 58059-900, PB, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa 58059-900, PB, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa 58059-900, PB, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa 58059-900, PB, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Paraiba, João Pessoa 58059-900, PB, Brazil
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Zainol Abidin IZ, Johari AN, Yazid MD, Zainal Ariffin Z, Eziwar Dyari HR, Zainal Ariffin SH. Osteogenic Potential and Bioactive Profiles of Piper sarmentosum Ethanolic Extract-Treated Stem Cells. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:ph16050708. [PMID: 37242491 DOI: 10.3390/ph16050708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2023] [Revised: 04/28/2023] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Piper sarmentosum is a well-known traditional herbal plant in various diseases treatments. Multiple scientific studies have also reported various biological activities exhibited by the plant's extract, such as antimicrobial, anticarcinogenic and antihyperglycemic activities, and, in addition, a bone protective effect in ovariectomized rats has been reported. However, no known Piper sarmentosum extract is involved in osteoblast differentiation using stem cells. Our study aims to identify the potential of P. sarmentosum ethanolic extract to induce osteoblast differentiation of human peripheral blood stem cells. Prior to the assay, the proliferation ability of the cells was observed for 14 days and the presence of hematopoietic stem cells in the culture was determined by the expression of SLAMF1 and CD34 genes. During the differentiation assay, the cells were treated with P. sarmentosum ethanolic extract for 14 days. Osteoblast differentiation was examined using an (alkaline phosphatase) ALP assay, by monitoring the expression of osteogenic gene markers and by von Kossa staining. The untreated cells served as the negative control, while cells treated with 50 µg/mL ascorbic acid and 10 mM β-glycerophosphate acted as the positive control. Finally, the determination of the compound profile was performed using a gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis. The isolated cells were able to proliferate for 14 days during the proliferation assay. The expression of hematopoietic stem cell markers was also upregulated during the 14 days assay. Following the differentiation induction, the ALP activity exhibited a significant increase (p < 0.05) from day 3 of the differentiation assay. A molecular analysis also showed that the osteogenic markers ALP, RUNX2, OPN and OCN were upregulated compared to the positive control. The presence of mineralized cells with a brownish-stained morphology was observed, indicating the mineralization process increased in a time-dependent manner regardless of the concentration used. There were 54 compounds observed in the GC-MS analysis, including β-asarones, carvacrol and phytol, which have been shown to possess osteoinductive capacities. Our results demonstrate that the ethanolic extract of P. sarmentosum can induce osteoblast differentiation of peripheral blood stem cells. The extract contains potent compounds which can potentially induce the differentiation of bone cells, i.e., osteoblasts.
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- Department of Biological Science and Biotechnology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
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- Centre for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Cheras 56000, Malaysia
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- Department of Earth Sciences and Environmental, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
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- Department of Biological Science and Biotechnology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
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Effect of carvacrol antioxidant capacity on oocyte maturation and embryo production in cattle. ZYGOTE 2023; 31:173-179. [PMID: 36804925 DOI: 10.1017/s0967199422000673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2023]
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Carvacrol (C10H14O), an efficient phenolic antioxidant substance for several cell types, may become a useful antioxidant for female germ cells and embryo culture. This study investigates the effects of carvacrol supplementation on bovine oocytes in in vitro maturation (IVM) and embryo production. In total, 1222 cumulus-oocyte complexes were cultured in TCM-199+ alone (control treatment) or supplemented with carvacrol at the concentrations of 3 µM (Carv-3), 12.5 µM (Carv-12.5), or 25 µM (Carv-25). After IVM, the oocytes were subjected to in vitro fertilization and embryo production, and the spent medium post-IVM was used for evaluating the levels of reactive oxygen species and the antioxidant capacity (2,2-diphenyl-1-picryl-hydrazyl-hydrate and 2,2'-azinobis-3-ethyl-benzothiozoline-6-sulphonic acid quantification). A greater (P < 0.05) antioxidant potential was observed in the spent medium of all carvacrol-treated groups compared with the control medium. Moreover, the addition of carvacrol to the maturation medium did not affect (P > 0.05) blastocyst production on days 7 and 10 of culture; however, the total number of cells per blastocyst was reduced (P < 0.05) in two carvacrol-treated groups (Carv-3 and Carv-25). In conclusion, carvacrol demonstrated a high antioxidant capacity in the spent medium after oocyte maturation; however, although embryo production was not affected, in general, carvacrol addition to IVM medium reduced the total number of cells per blastocyst. Therefore, due to the high antioxidant capacity of carvacrol, new experiments are warranted to investigate the beneficial effects of lower concentrations of carvacrol on embryo production in cattle and other species.
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Yazdanshenas H, Tafrihi M. The biological and therapeutic potentials of Cyclotrichium genus: a systematic review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH 2022; 32:2589-2599. [PMID: 34528839 DOI: 10.1080/09603123.2021.1977784] [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: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 09/03/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The genus Cyclotrichium includes nine species that are mainly distributed in Turkey, Lebanon, Iraq, and Iran, and are used in the kitchen, and also in complementary medicine to treat various diseases. During recent years, considerable progress has been made in analyzing their phytochemical composition in parallel with their antimicrobial properties and their therapeutic potentials. This study reviews the present knowledge about investigations on antimicrobial, insecticidal, and anticancer properties of the essential oils and any other purified chemical compounds of the Cyclotrichium species. Various phytochemicals have been isolated from the extracts of the plants of this genus having significant biological and therapeutic potentials. In conclusion, these gathered data strongly support the viewpoint that the species belonging to the genus Cyclotrichium have various biological and pharmaceutical activities to treat various diseases including cancer in addition to the remarkable antimicrobial and insecticidal potential with no or minimal health and environmental hazards.
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- Homayoon Yazdanshenas
- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Mazandaran, Iran
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Mazandaran, Iran
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Çengel Kurnaz S, Kuruca N, Güvenç D, Kaya MT, Güvenç T. Topical Administration of Carvacrol Improves Healing in Nasal Septal Perforation: An Experimental Animal Study. Am J Rhinol Allergy 2022; 36:503-509. [PMID: 35238647 DOI: 10.1177/19458924221085157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Clinicians are exploring alternative treatments for nasal septum perforation since surgical treatment is challenging. OBJECTIVE The effects of topical carvacrol on the healing of nasal septal perforation were investigated in an animal model. METHOD Twenty-one male New Zealand rabbits were randomly divided into three equal groups. A 5-mm circular biopsy punch was used to perforate the nasal septum behind the columella. For 14 days, bilateral gelatin sponges impregnated with carvacrol in olive oil in group 1, and only olive oil in group 2 were placed. Perforation only was performed in the control group. Animals were then sacrificed, and their nasal septums were removed. The closure of the perforation was measured, and samples were examined histopathologically. MMP-9 reactivity was evaluated using the immunoperoxidase technique. Histopathologic parameters were scored as 0 = none, 1 = mild, 2 = moderate, and 3 = strong. RESULTS The septum perforation closure in the carvacrol group was statistically significant compared with the other groups (p < 0.001). Cartilage regeneration, connective tissue density, and MMP-9 immunoreactivity were significantly higher in the carvacrol group (p = 0.020, p = 0.009, and p = 0.008, respectively). CONCLUSION Topically administered carvacrol enhances wound healing in rabbit nasal septum perforation. It accelerated perforation closure by increasing cartilage regeneration, connective tissue, and MMP-9 expression.
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- Senem Çengel Kurnaz
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmacology, Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Samsun, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Samsun, Turkey
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Bouhtit F, Najar M, Rahmani S, Melki R, Najimi M, Sadki K, Boukhatem N, Twizere JC, Meuleman N, Lewalle P, Lagneaux L, Merimi M. Bioscreening and pre-clinical evaluation of the impact of bioactive molecules from Ptychotis verticillata on the multilineage potential of mesenchymal stromal cells towards immune- and inflammation-mediated diseases. Inflamm Res 2022; 71:887-898. [PMID: 35716172 DOI: 10.1007/s00011-022-01573-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE AND DESIGN Mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) are currently used in cell reparative medicine due to their trophic and ant-inflammatory properties. The modulation of stem cell properties by phytochemicals has been suggested as a tool to empower their tissue repair capacity. In vitro, MSCs are characterized by their tri-lineage potential that holds great interest for tissue regeneration. Ptychotis Verticillata (PV), an aromatic and medicinal plant, may be thus used to modulate the in vitro multilineage potential of MSCs. MATERIALS AND METHODS We screened the impact of PV-derived essential oil and their bioactive molecules (thymol and carvacrol) on the in vitro multilineage potential of MSCs. Different concentrations and incubation times of these compounds were assessed during the osteogenesis and adipogenesis of MSCs. RESULTS The analysis of 75 conditions indicates that these compounds are biologically active by promoting two major differentiation lineages from MSCs. In a time- and dose-dependent manner, thymol and carvacrol increased the osteogenesis and adipogenesis. CONCLUSION According to these preliminary observations, the addition of PV extract may stimulate the tissue regenerative and repair functions of MSCs. Further optimization of compound extraction and characterization from PV as well as cell treatment conditions should increase their therapeutic value in combination with MSCs.
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- Fatima Bouhtit
- Laboratory of Experimental Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Genetics and Immune Cell Therapy Unit, Faculty of Sciences, University Mohammed Premier, Oujda, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Clinical Cell Therapy, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium. .,Osteoarthritis Research Unit, University of Montreal Hospital Research Center (CRCHUM), Montreal, Canada. .,Department of Medicine, University of Montreal, Montreal, Canada.
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- Laboratory of Experimental Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Genetics and Immune Cell Therapy Unit, Faculty of Sciences, University Mohammed Premier, Oujda, Morocco
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- Genetics and Immune Cell Therapy Unit, Faculty of Sciences, University Mohammed Premier, Oujda, Morocco
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- Institut de Recherche Expérimentale et Clinique (IREC), Laboratory of Pediatric Hepatology and Cell Therapy, Université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Human Pathologies Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University Rabat, Agdal, Rabat, Morocco
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- Genetics and Immune Cell Therapy Unit, Faculty of Sciences, University Mohammed Premier, Oujda, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Viral Interactomes, GIGA Institute, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium.,Center for Cancer Systems Biology (CCSB), Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA
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- Laboratory of Experimental Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Experimental Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Clinical Cell Therapy, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Experimental Hematology, Jules Bordet Institute, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.,Genetics and Immune Cell Therapy Unit, Faculty of Sciences, University Mohammed Premier, Oujda, Morocco
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Xie J, Ekpo MD, Xiao J, Zhao H, Bai X, Liang Y, Zhao G, Liu D, Tan S. Principles and Protocols For Post-Cryopreservation Quality Evaluation of Stem Cells in Novel Biomedicine. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:907943. [PMID: 35592426 PMCID: PMC9113563 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.907943] [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: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Stem cell therapy is a thriving topic of interest among researchers and clinicians due to evidence of its effectiveness and promising therapeutic advantage in numerous disease conditions as presented by novel biomedical research. However, extensive clinical application of stem cells is limited by its storage and transportation. The emergence of cryopreservation technology has made it possible for living organs, tissues, cells and even living organisms to survive for a long time at deep low temperatures. During the cryopreservation process, stem cell preparations are subject to three major damages: osmotic damage, mechanical damage, and peroxidative damage. Therefore, Assessing the effectiveness and safety of stem cells following cryopreservation is fundamental to the quality control of stem cell preparations. This article presents the important biosafety and quality control parameters to be assessed during the manufacturing of clinical grade stem cell products, highlights the significance of preventing cryodamage. and provides a reference for protocols in the quality control of stem cell preparations.
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- Jingxian Xie
- Department of Pharmacy, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Hunan Carnation Biotechnology Co. LTD, Changsha, China.,Hainan Nova Doctor Group Co. Ltd, Haikou, China
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- Hunan Carnation Biotechnology Co. LTD, Changsha, China.,Hainan Nova Doctor Group Co. Ltd, Haikou, China
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- Hunan Carnation Biotechnology Co. LTD, Changsha, China.,Hainan Nova Doctor Group Co. Ltd, Haikou, China
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- Hunan Sheng Bao Biological Technology Co., Ltd (in Yinfeng Biological Group., Ltd), Changsha, China
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- Hunan Sheng Bao Biological Technology Co., Ltd (in Yinfeng Biological Group., Ltd), Changsha, China
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- Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, China
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Bulhões AAVDC, Estevão LRDM, Florencio-Silva R, Simoes RS, Leite AGB, Cunha DMSDS, Ramos CS, Soares ÉBDA, D’Emery MB, Câmara CAGD, Evêncio-Neto J. Effects of the healing activity of rosemary-of-Chapada (Lippia gracilis Schauer) on cutaneous lesions in rats. Acta Cir Bras 2022; 37:e370104. [PMID: 35416859 PMCID: PMC9000978 DOI: 10.1590/acb370104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Purpose: To evaluate the effects of rosemary leaf essential oil-based ointments on the
healing of rat skin lesions. Methods: Sixty adult male rats, with dorsal excisional skin wounds made surgically
under anesthesia, were divided into three groups (n = 20): Sham group
(untreated wounds); control group (CG, wounds treated with vehicle); and
essential oil (EO) treated group (wounds treated with essential oil-based
ointments), administered topically once daily. Skin wounds were evaluated at
4, 7, 14, and 21 days after EO or vehicle treatments. Lesions were analyzed
macroscopically for the contraction degree. Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded
sections of skin wounds were used for histopathological evaluation. Results: Macroscopic evaluation showed wounds edges with thin crust without firmness
and yellowish color, along with an improvement in wound contraction in EO
group when compared to the other groups. A reduced inflammatory reaction,
along with newly formed small diameter capillaries and more organized and
elongated collagen fibers, were more frequently observed in EO group than in
the other groups. Moreover, blood vessel number and collagen fibers density
were significantly higher in EO group. Conclusions: Skin lesion treatment with rosemary leaf essential oil-based ointments
accelerates the initial stages of healing, reduces inflammation, and
increases angiogenesis, collagen fibers density, and wound contraction in
rats.
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Chen P, Pei J, Wang X, Tai S, Tang L, Hu X. Gut bacterial metabolite Urolithin A inhibits myocardial fibrosis through activation of Nrf2 pathway in vitro and in vivo. Mol Med 2022; 28:19. [PMID: 35135471 PMCID: PMC8822684 DOI: 10.1186/s10020-022-00444-1] [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] [Received: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Myocardial fibrosis after myocardial infarction (MI) is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular diseases. Cardiac fibroblasts (CFs) are activated and promoted by MI to undergo myofibroblast transformation (CMT). Urolithin A (UA) is an active and effective gut metabolite derived from polyphenolics of berries and pomegranate fruits, which has been reported to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant functions. However, whether UA affects the CMT process during myocardial fibrosis remains unclear. Methods TGF-β1-treated primary rat cardiac fibroblasts were used for in vitro study. Cell proliferation ability was evaluated by MTT assay. Cell migration and invasion abilities were tested by wound healing and Transwell assays. The expression of CMT process-related markers were measured by qRT-PCR and western blot. The rat MI model was established by left anterior descending coronary artery (LAD) ligation and evaluated by H&E and Masson staining. Results Our data demonstrated that UA treatment could inhibit the CMT process in TGF-β1-induced CFs, including cell proliferation, migration and invasion abilities. Knocking down of Nrf2, which was activated by UA treatment, could mitigate the effects of UA treatment on CMT process. Moreover, in vivo administration of UA in rat MI model successfully up-regulated Nrf2 expression and improved the myocardial damage and fibrosis. Conclusions The study discovered the function and mechanism of UA on myocardial fibrosis and demonstrated the protective effects of UA administration through activation of Nrf2 pathway.
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- Pengfei Chen
- Department of Cardiology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No.139, Middle Ren-min Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No.139, Middle Ren-min Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No.139, Middle Ren-min Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No.139, Middle Ren-min Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No.139, Middle Ren-min Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, No.139, Middle Ren-min Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China.
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He M, Li L, Wei X, Geng D, Jiang H, Xiangxiang G, Zhang Y, Du H. Xiaoyao powder improves endometrial receptivity via VEGFR-2-mediated angiogenesis through the activation of the JNK and P38 signaling pathways. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 282:114580. [PMID: 34474142 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2021.114580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2021] [Revised: 08/19/2021] [Accepted: 08/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Xiaoyao powder (XYP) is a traditional Chinese medicine formula which has wide scope of indications related to liver stagnation, reconcile qi and blood in TCM syndrome. Infertility can induce similar symptoms and signs to the clinical features of liver stagnation syndrome, the treatment of infertility by soothing the liver is obvious. XYP can increase the clinical pregnancy rate, follicle development, oocyte quality and improve endometrial receptivity. However, its underlying pharmacological mechanism of improving endometrial receptivity is unclear. AIM OF THE STUDY The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of XYP on pregnancy rates and endometrial angiogenesis, to determine the potent mechanism in association with the pro-angiogenic behavior which closely related to improving endometrial receptivity. MATERIALS AND METHODS We established an animal model exhibiting decreasing endometrial receptivity by controlled ovarian hyperstimulation and a human endometrial microvascular endothelial cell (HEMEC) model. Endometrial morphology was observed by hematoxylin-eosin staining and Scanning electron microscopy. Western blot and qRT-PCR analysis were used to detect expression of PCNA, Cyclin D1, MMP9 and MAPK signaling pathway. Scratch-wound assay and tube formation assay were used to observe HEMEC migration and tubulogenesis. RESULTS The results demonstrated that XYP pretreatment could improve endometrial receptivity, which leads to high pregnancy rates. In the endometrium, XYP facilitated angiogenesis by promoting tube formation. XYP could enhance HEMEC proliferation and migration induced by VEGF, which were observed by the microscope and Scratch-wound assays. XYP promoted HEMEC proliferation and migration via the p38 and JNK MAPK signaling pathways. CONCLUSION XYP promotes HEMEC proliferation and migration via the P38 and the JNK MAPK signaling pathways, which contribute to the endometrial angiogenesis mediated by VEGFR-2 that is favorable for endometrial receptivity. We firstly elucidated the molecular mechanisms by which XYP improved endometrial receptivity by promoting angiogenesis.
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- Ming He
- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Gynecology, Shanghai First Maternity and Infant Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine on Liver-kidney Patterns, College of Integrative Medicine, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, China.
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Hou S, Niu G, Liu X, Bourbon PM, Zhang D, Cui P, Zhao K, Zhao D, Zeng H. A novel transcriptional complex on the VE-cadherin promoter regulated the downregulation of VE-cadherin in the Down Syndrome Candidate Region 1 isoform 1L-mediated angiogenesis. Microvasc Res 2021; 138:104209. [PMID: 34146582 PMCID: PMC9295908 DOI: 10.1016/j.mvr.2021.104209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2021] [Revised: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 06/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
Angiogenesis is critical for many diseases. Previously, we reported that Down Syndrome Candidate Region 1 isoform 1L (DSCR1-1L) was one of the most up-regulated genes in endothelial cells induced by VEGF and histamine, and regulated endothelial cell proliferation and Matrigel angiogenesis in mice. However, it was not known whether DSCR1-1L regulated angiogenesis in vivo and what was the molecular mechanism underlying it. In this study, gene knockdown and overexpression models were established to study the role of DSCR1-1L in angiogenesis in vivo. Further, the downstream regulatory target of DSCR1-1L was explored with molecular biological methods in vascular endothelial cells. We found that DSCR1-1L shRNAs significantly inhibited angiogenesis induced by VEGF in mice (p < 0.0001). In the gain-of-function assay, overexpression of DSCR1-1L cDNA in mouse endothelium of EC-FH-DSCR1-1L transgenic mice was sufficient to induce angiogenesis significantly (p < 0.01). DSCR1-1L regulated angiogenesis in the early stage by down-regulation of the VE-cadherin expression through targeting its transcription, but not mRNA stability. Three DSCR1-1L-targeted DNA elements in the VE-cadherin promoter were identified by promoter reporter assays, among which, a novel specific transcriptional complex was found. The DNA sequence (CTTCTG) in the VE-cadherin promoter was identified to directly interact with proteins by Electrophoresis Mobility Shift Assays and DNase I footprint assay. Hence, DSCR1-1L is an excellent therapeutic target for angiogenic diseases through down-regulating the formation of a novel transcriptional complex on the VE-cadherin promoter. DSCR1-1L shRNAs and cDNA have the potential to be developed for clinical application. Our results also contribute significantly to the field of mechanistic studies.
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MESH Headings
- Animals
- Antigens, CD/genetics
- Antigens, CD/metabolism
- Cadherins/genetics
- Cadherins/metabolism
- Cell Line, Tumor
- Cell Movement
- Cell Proliferation
- Down-Regulation
- Female
- Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells/metabolism
- Humans
- Intracellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins/genetics
- Intracellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins/metabolism
- Male
- Melanoma, Experimental/blood supply
- Melanoma, Experimental/genetics
- Melanoma, Experimental/metabolism
- Mice, Nude
- Mice, Transgenic
- Muscle Proteins/genetics
- Muscle Proteins/metabolism
- Neovascularization, Pathologic
- Neovascularization, Physiologic
- Promoter Regions, Genetic
- Signal Transduction
- Mice
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- Shiqiang Hou
- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA; Department of Cardiology, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, PR China
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA; Department of General Surgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, PR China
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA; Key Laboratory of Chinese Internal Medicine, Ministry of Education, Dongzhimen Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100700, PR China
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA; Pancreatic Disease Institute, Department of General Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science & Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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- Center for Vascular Biology Research and Division of Gastroenterology, Departments of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02215, USA.
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Gao H, Peng C, Wu L, Gao S, Wang Z, Dai L, Wu H. Yiqi-Huoxue granule promotes angiogenesis of ischemic myocardium through miR-126/PI3K/Akt axis in endothelial cells. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2021; 92:153713. [PMID: 34479022 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2021.153713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2021] [Revised: 08/12/2021] [Accepted: 08/15/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Yiqi-Huoxue granule (YQHX), consisting of four kinds of traditional Chinese medicine, is an empirical prescription for the treatment of coronary heart disease. It is known to promote angiogenesis, but the mechanism is unknown. PURPOSE This article investigates the possible mechanism of YQHX inducing angiogenesis in the ischemic myocardium. METHODS EAhy.926 cells were treated with YQHX hypoxic cardiomyocyte-conditioned medium (YHMCM) and the levels of VEGF, CD34, and phosphorylation of PI3K/Akt were detected by western blotting. Also, the effects on endothelial tube formation and migration were observed. The level of miR-126 was detected by qRT-PCR. RESULTS YQHX promoted tube formation and migration of EAhy.926 cells and upregulated VEGF, CD34, and the phosphorylation of PI3K/AKT via regulating miR-126 levels. However, these effects were inhibited by a miR-126 inhibitor. CONCLUSION In summary, YQHX improves angiogenesis by regulating the miR-126/PI3K/Akt signaling pathway, which indicates that YQHX could be a promising therapeutic strategy for ischemic myocardium.
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- Haixia Gao
- Second School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China; Laboratory of Cell Imaging, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China
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- School of Graduate, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China
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- School of Graduate, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China
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- Second School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China; Laboratory of Cell Imaging, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- Second School of Clinical Medicine, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China; Laboratory of Cell Imaging, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China; Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450002, China.
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Calabrese EJ. Hormesis and bone marrow stem cells: Enhancing cell proliferation, differentiation and resilience to inflammatory stress. Chem Biol Interact 2021; 351:109730. [PMID: 34728189 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2021.109730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2021] [Revised: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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This paper identifies and provides the first detailed assessment of hormetic dose responses by bone marrow stem cells (BMSCs) from a broad range of animal models and humans with particular emphasis on cell renewal (proliferation), cell differentiation and enhancing resilience to inflammatory stress. Such hormetic dose responses are commonly reported, being induced by a broad range of chemicals, including pharmaceuticals (e.g., caffeine, dexamethasone, nicotine), dietary supplements (e.g., curcumin, Ginkgo biloba, green tea extracts. resveratrol, sulforaphane), endogenous agents (e.g., hydrogen sulfide, interleukin 10), environmental contaminants (e.g., arsenic, PFOS) and physical stressor agents (e.g., EMF, shockwaves). Hormetic dose responses reported here for BMSCs are similar to those induced with other stem cell types [e.g., adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs), dental pulp stem cells (DPSCs), periodontal ligament stem cells (PDLSCs), neuro stem cells (NSCs), embryonic stem cells (ESCs)], indicating a substantial degree of generality for hormetic responses in stem cells. The paper assesses both the underlying mechanistic foundations of BMSC hormetic responses and their potential therapeutic implications.
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- Edward J Calabrese
- Professor of Toxicology, Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health and Health Sciences, Morrill I, N344, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, 01003, USA.
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Yazarlu O, Iranshahi M, Kashani HRK, Reshadat S, Habtemariam S, Iranshahy M, Hasanpour M. Perspective on the application of medicinal plants and natural products in wound healing: A mechanistic review. Pharmacol Res 2021; 174:105841. [PMID: 34419563 DOI: 10.1016/j.phrs.2021.105841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2021] [Revised: 08/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
Abstract
Wound is defined as any injury to the body such as damage to the epidermis of the skin and disturbance to its normal anatomy and function. Since ancient times, the importance of wound healing has been recognized, and many efforts have been made to develop novel wound dressings made of the best material for rapid and effective wound healing. Medicinal plants play a great role in the wound healing process. In recent decades, many studies have focused on the development of novel wound dressings that incorporate medicinal plant extracts or their purified active compounds, which are potential alternatives to conventional wound dressings. Several studies have also investigated the mechanism of action of various herbal medicines in wound healing process. This paper attempts to highlight and review the mechanistic perspective of wound healing mediated by plant-based natural products. The findings showed that herbal medicines act through multiple mechanisms and are involved in various stages of wound healing. Some herbal medicines increase the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) which play important role in stimulation of re-epithelialization, angiogenesis, formation of granulation tissue, and collagen fiber deposition. Some other wound dressing containing herbal medicines act as inhibitor of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-1β (IL-1β) and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) protein expression thereby inducing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in various phases of the wound healing process. Besides the growing public interest in traditional and alternative medicine, the use of herbal medicine and natural products for wound healing has many advantages over conventional medicines, including greater effectiveness due to diverse mechanisms of action, antibacterial activity, and safety in long-term wound dressing usage.
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- Omid Yazarlu
- Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Department of General Surgery, Mashhad, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran
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- Pharmacognosy Research Laboratories and Herbal Analysis Services UK, University of Greenwich, Central Avenue, Chatham-Maritime, Kent ME4 4TB, UK
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Babazadeh S, Nassiri SM, Siavashi V, Sahlabadi M, Hajinasrollah M, Zamani-Ahmadmahmudi M. Macrophage polarization by MSC-derived CXCL12 determines tumor growth. Cell Mol Biol Lett 2021; 26:30. [PMID: 34174813 PMCID: PMC8236206 DOI: 10.1186/s11658-021-00273-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Phenotypic and functional heterogeneity of macrophages is known to be the main reason for their ability to regulate inflammation and promote tumorigenesis. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are one of the principal cells commonly found in the tumor stromal niche, with capability of macrophage phenotypic switching. The objective of this study was to evaluate the role of C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 12 (CXCL12) produced by marrow-derived MSCs in the phenotypic and functional pattern of bone marrow-derived macrophages (BMDMs). METHODS First, the CRISPR/Cas9 system was used for the CXCL12 gene knock-out in MSCs. Then, coculture systems were used to investigate the role of MSCsCXCL12-/- and MSCsCXCL12+/+ in determination of macrophage phenotype. To further analyze the role of the MSC-derived CXCL12 niche, cocultures of 4T1 mammary tumor cells and macrophages primed with MSCsCXCL12-/- or MSCsCXCL12+/+ as well as in-vivo limiting dilution assays were performed. RESULTS Our results revealed that the expression of IL-4, IL-10, TGF-β and CD206 as M2 markers was significantly increased in macrophages co-cultured with MSCsCXCL12+/+ , whereas the expression of IL-6, TNF-α and iNOS was conversely decreased. The number and size of multicellular tumor spheroids were remarkably higher when 4T1 cells were cocultured with MSCCXCL12+/+-induced M2 macrophages. We also found that the occurrence of tumors was significantly higher in coinjection of 4T1 cells with MSCCXCL12+/+-primed macrophages. Tumor initiating cells were significantly decreased after coinjection of 4T1 cells with macrophages pretreated with MSCsCXCL12-/-. CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, our findings shed new light on the role of MSC-derived CXCL12 in macrophage phenotypic switching to M2, affecting their function in tumorigenesis.
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- Shabnam Babazadeh
- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Stem Cells and Developmental Biology at Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran
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Hassanpour M, Fathi Karkan S, Rahbarghazi R, Nouri M, Amini H, Saghati S, Baradar Khoshfetrat A. Culture of rabbit bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells on polyurethane/pyrrole surface promoted differentiation into endothelial lineage. Artif Organs 2021; 45:E324-E334. [PMID: 33908072 DOI: 10.1111/aor.13971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2021] [Revised: 03/19/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Due to the electrical conductivity, pyrrole-based scaffolds are one of the attractive biomaterials in the regeneration of electrically active tissues like the heart and brain. Here, we investigated the impact of polyurethane/pyrrole scaffold on the angiogenesis differentiation of rabbit mesenchymal stem cells toward endothelial lineage in vitro. Nanoelectrospun polyurethane/pyrrole fibers were synthesized and characterized using attenuated total reflection-Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectrum analysis, scanning electron microscope (SEM) imaging. Mechanical properties, electroconductivity, and hydrophobicity were also measured. The viability of cells was monitored 72 hours after being plated on the polyurethane/pyrrole surface. The endothelial differentiation of stem cells was explored using western blotting. ATR-FTIR revealed that the pyrrole was successfully polymerized to polypyrrole and blend with polyurethane fibers. The addition of pyrrole to polyurethane increased the tensile strength compared to the polyurethane group. These features coincided with the reduction of the hydrophilic properties of polyurethane. Based on our data, the electro-conductivity of polyurethane/pyrrole was superior compared to the polyurethane group. SEM imaging showed an appropriate cell attachment to the surface of polyurethane/pyrrole and polyurethane groups synthesized membranes. MTT assay revealed a significantly increased survival rate in the polyurethane/pyrrole group compared to the polyurethane group (P < .05). We noted a statistically significant increase of endothelial-associated proteins, CD31, von Willebrand factor, and CD34, in cells expanded on polyurethane/pyrrole compared to the polyurethane group (P < .05). As a more general note, it could be hypothesized that the polyurethane/pyrrole blend could improve the angiogenesis potency of rabbit bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells for regenerative purposes.
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- Mehdi Hassanpour
- Student Research Committee, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Science, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Applied Cell Sciences, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Static and dynamic culture of human endothelial cells encapsulated inside alginate-gelatin microspheres. Microvasc Res 2021; 137:104174. [PMID: 33971187 DOI: 10.1016/j.mvr.2021.104174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2021] [Revised: 04/28/2021] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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This study aimed to explore the angiogenesis potential of human endothelial cells encapsulated inside alginate-gelatin microspheres under static and dynamic culture systems after 7 days. Human umbilical vein endothelial cells were encapsulated inside alginate (1%) and gelatin (1.2%) using an electrostatic encapsulation method. Cells were incubated for 7 days in vitro. The cell survival rate was measured using the MTT assay. The expression of VEGFR-2 and von Willebrand factor genes was studied by real-time PCR assay. Using western blot analysis, we monitored the protein contents of VEGFR-2, vWF, and Caspase 3. The levels of SOD and GPx enzymes were calculated using biochemical kits. Angiogenesis potential was assessed using in vitro Matrigel assay. Data showed an increased survival rate in encapsulated cells cultured under the static condition compared to the conventional 2D condition (p < 0.05). The culture of encapsulated cells under a dynamic bioreactor system did not alter cell viability. Compared to the dynamic culture system, the incubation of encapsulated cells in the static culture system swelled the microspheres (p < 0.05). Both dynamic and static culture models increased the expression of VEGFR-2 and von Willebrand factor in encapsulated cells compared to 2D culture (p < 0.05), showing enhanced functional maturation. Data showed a significant increase of vWF and reduction of apoptosis marker Caspase in the dynamic culture system (p < 0.05). The levels of SOD and GPx were significantly increased in dynamic and static culture models as compared to the control 2D group (p < 0.05). In vitro tubulogenesis assay showed significant induction of angiogenesis in dynamic encapsulated HUVECs indicated with a large number of vascular tubes and arborized ECs compared to the control and static encapsulated HUVECs (p < 0.05). The current study suggests a bioreactor dynamic system is a reliable approach, similar to a static condition, for the expansion of encapsulated human ECs in a 3D milieu.
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Qiu TY, Huang J, Wang LP, Zhu BS. Inhibition of miR-200b Promotes Angiogenesis in Endothelial Cells by Activating The Notch Pathway. CELL JOURNAL 2021; 23:51-60. [PMID: 33650820 PMCID: PMC7944128 DOI: 10.22074/cellj.2021.7080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2019] [Accepted: 11/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
Abstract
Objective Patients with diabetes mellitus frequently have chronic wounds or diabetic ulcers as a result of impaired
wound healing, which may lead to limb amputation. Human umbilical vein endothelial cell (HUVEC) dysfunction also
delays wound healing. Here, we investigated the mechanism of miR-200b in HUVECs under high glucose conditions
and the potential of miR-200b as a therapeutic target.
Materials and Methods In this experimental study, HUVECs were cultured with 5 or 30 mM glucose for 48 hours.
Cell proliferation was evaluated by CCK-8 assays. Cell mobility was tested by wound healing and Transwell assays.
Angiogenesis was analyzed in vitro Matrigel tube formation assays. Luciferase reporter assays were used to test the
binding of miR-200b with Notch1.
Results miR-200b expression was induced by high glucose treatment of HUVECs (P<0.01), and it significantly
repressed cell proliferation, migration, and tube formation (P<0.05). Notch1 was directly targeted and repressed by
miR-200b at both the mRNA and protein levels. Inhibition of miR-200b restored Notch1 expression (P<0.05) and
reactivated the Notch pathway. The effects of miR-200b inhibition in HUVECs could be reversed by treatment with a
Notch pathway inhibitor (P<0.05), indicating that the miR-200b/Notch axis modulates the proliferation, migration, and
tube formation ability of HUVECs.
Conclusion Inhibition of miR-200b activated the angiogenic ability of endothelial cells and promoted wound healing
through reactivation of the Notch pathway in vitro. miR-200b could be a promising therapeutic target for treating HUVEC
dysfunction.
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- Tie-Ying Qiu
- Clinical Nursing Teaching and Research Section of the Second Xiangya Hospital, Changsha 410011, P.R. China
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- Clinical Nursing Teaching and Research Section of the Second Xiangya Hospital, Changsha 410011, P.R. China
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- Clinical Nursing Teaching and Research Section of the Second Xiangya Hospital, Changsha 410011, P.R. China
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- Organ Transplant Center, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, P.R. China. Emails:
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Shen Z, Chen Z, Li Z, Zhang Y, Jiang T, Lin H, Huang M, Chen H, Feng J, Jiang Z. Total Flavonoids of Rhizoma Drynariae Enhances Angiogenic-Osteogenic Coupling During Distraction Osteogenesis by Promoting Type H Vessel Formation Through PDGF-BB/PDGFR-β Instead of HIF-1α/ VEGF Axis. Front Pharmacol 2020; 11:503524. [PMID: 33328980 PMCID: PMC7729076 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2020.503524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2019] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
Abstract
Background: Total flavonoids of Rhizoma Drynariae (TFRD), extracted from the kidney-tonifying traditional Chinese medicine Rhizoma Rrynariae, has been proved to be effective in treating osteoporosis, bone fractures and defects. However, pharmacological effects of TFRD on type H vessels, angiogenic-osteogenic coupling in distraction osteogenesis (DO) and the mechanism remain unclear. This study aims at investigating whether type H vessels exist in the DO model, effects of TFRD on angiogenic-osteogenic coupling and further elucidating the underlying mechanism. Methods: Rats models of DO and bone fracture (FR) were established, and then were separately divided into TFRD and control subgroups. Imageological and histological analyses were performed to assess bone and vessel formation. Immunofluorescent staining of CD31 and endomucin (Emcn) was conducted to determine type H vessel formation. Matrigel tube formation, ALP and Alizarin Red S staining assays were performed to test the effects of TFRD on angiogenesis or osteogenesis of endothelial precursor cells (EPCs) or bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs). Additionally, expression levels of HIF-1α, VEGF, PDGF-BB, RUNX2 and OSX were determined by ELISA, qPCR or western blot, respectively. Results: The in vivo results indicated more formed type H vessels in DO groups than in FR groups and TFRD obviously increased the abundance of type H vessels. Moreover, groups with higher abundance of type H vessels showed better angiogenesis and osteogenesis outcomes. Further in vitro experiments showed that TFRD significantly promoted while blocking PDGF-BB remarkably suppressed the angiogenic activity of EPCs under stress conditions. The levels of p-AKT and p-ERK1/2, downstream mediators of the PDGF-BB pathway, were up-regulated by TFRD but blocked by function blocking anti-PDGF-BB antibody. In contrast, the activated AKT and ERK1/2 and corresponding tube formation were not affected by the HIF-1α inhibitor. Besides, blocking PDGF-BB inhibited the osteogenic differentiation of the stretched BMSCs, but TFRD enhanced the osteogenic activity of BMSCs and ameliorated the inhibition, with more calcium nodes, higher ALP activity and mRNA and protein levels of RUNX2 and OSX. Conclusion: Type H vessels exist in the DO model and TFRD enhances angiogenic-osteogenic coupling during DO by promoting type H vessel formation via PDGF-BB/PDGFR-β instead of HIF-1α/VEGF axis.
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- Zhen Shen
- Department of Orthopaedics, Kunming Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China.,Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The Fifth Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- The Fifth Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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Ahmadian S, Mahdipour M, Pazhang M, Sheshpari S, Mobarak H, Bedate AM, Rahbarghazi R, Nouri M. Effectiveness of Stem Cell Therapy in the Treatment of Ovarian Disorders and Female Infertility: A Systematic Review. Curr Stem Cell Res Ther 2020; 15:173-186. [PMID: 31746298 DOI: 10.2174/1574888x14666191119122159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2019] [Revised: 09/22/2019] [Accepted: 10/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Infertility is a major problem worldwide. Various strategies are being used to develop better treatments for infertility and The most trending strategy is the stem cell therapy. In this study, the literature on stem cell therapy for ovarian disorders is summarized with analysis of current developments. OBJECTIVE Different published studies on stem cell-based therapy for the treatment of various types of ovarian insufficiency and disorders such as Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) in the affected female population in animal or human clinical studies are systematically reviewed. METHODS We monitored five databases, including PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, Scopus, and ProQuest. A comprehensive online search was done using the criteria targeting the application of stem cells in animal models for menopause. Two independent reviewers carefully evaluated titles and abstracts of studies. The stem cell type, source, dosage, route of administration were highlighted in various POI animals models. Non-relevant and review articles were excluded. OUTCOMES 648 published studies were identified during the initial comprehensive search process from which 41 were selected according to designed criteria. Based on our analysis, stem cells could accelerate ovarian tissues rejuvenation, regulate systemic sex-related hormones levels and eventually increase fertility rate. CONCLUSION The evidence suggests that stem cell-based therapies could be considered as an alternative modality to deal with women undergoing POI.
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- Shahin Ahmadian
- Women's Reproductive Health Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Reproductive Biology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Midwifery, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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- Laboratory for Translational Immunology (LTI), Universitair Medisch Centrum Utrecht, (UMCU), Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Applied Cell Sciences, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stem Cell Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Reproductive Biology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Vu AA, Bose S. Natural Antibiotic Oregano in Hydroxyapatite-Coated Titanium Reduces Osteoclastic Bone Resorption for Orthopedic and Dental Applications. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2020; 12:52383-52392. [PMID: 33181015 PMCID: PMC8009490 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c14993] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Traditional infection prevention and treatment methods include synthetic antibiotics, which can cause severe adverse side effects. Carvacrol and thymol are biologically active monoterpenoid extractants from oregano leaves with antibiotic capabilities; however, little is known regarding their effects on bone tissue engineering. The objective of this work is to understand their effects on osteogenesis, specifically with osteoblast and osteoclast cells, from surface-modified Ti6Al4V with plasma sprayed hydroxyapatite (HA) coatings. This system is an alternative to cemented implants to aid in bone healing. Results reveal that full carvacrol release from the HA matrix is successful in aqueous environments and modulation of release kinetics can also be made using polycaprolactone (PCL) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) polymers. From HA-pressed disc samples in physiological pH, full carvacrol release is achieved in 10 days using PCL/PEG, about 95% release in 50 days using no polymer, and 60% in 50 days when using a PCL coating. Without polymer, full carvacrol release is achieved after 3 days from HA coatings in both physiological pH and acidic pH, mimicking the post-surgery environment. The release is assessed as a diffusion-based mechanism in phosphate-buffered saline but degradation-based mechanism in acetate buffer solution. Carvacrol and thymol show bacterial inhibition of Staphylococcus epidermidis and no cytotoxic effects on osteoblast proliferation in vitro. Carvacrol and thymol also induce a significant 7% reduction in osteoclast tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase (TRAP) activity, caused by poorly attached cellular morphologies, leading to an approximately 65% reduction in osteoclast resorption pit formation. Our goal is to demonstrate a natural medicinal system that can support bone healing while providing infection prevention and reducing costly revision surgeries for orthopedic and dental applications.
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- Ashley A Vu
- W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
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- W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington 99164, United States
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Zhang C, Lin Y, Liu Q, He J, Xiang P, Wang D, Hu X, Chen J, Zhu W, Yu H. Growth differentiation factor 11 promotes differentiation of MSCs into endothelial-like cells for angiogenesis. J Cell Mol Med 2020; 24:8703-8717. [PMID: 32588524 PMCID: PMC7412688 DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.15502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2020] [Revised: 05/20/2020] [Accepted: 05/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Growth differentiation factor 11 (GDF11) is a member of the transforming growth factor-β super family. It has multiple effects on development, physiology and diseases. However, the role of GDF11 in the development of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) is not clear. To explore the effects of GDF11 on the differentiation and pro-angiogenic activities of MSCs, mouse bone marrow-derived MSCs were engineered to overexpress GDF11 (MSCGDF11 ) and their capacity for differentiation and paracrine actions were examined both in vitro and in vivo. Expression of endothelial markers CD31 and VEGFR2 at the levels of both mRNA and protein was significantly higher in MSCGDF11 than control MSCs (MSCVector ) during differentiation. More tube formation was observed in MSCGDF11 as compared with controls. In an in vivo angiogenesis assay with Matrigel plug, MSCGDF11 showed more differentiation into CD31+ endothelial-like cells and better pro-angiogenic activity as compared with MSCVector . Mechanistically, the enhanced differentiation by GDF11 involved activation of extracellular-signal-related kinase (ERK) and eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E (EIF4E). Inhibition of either TGF-β receptor or ERK diminished the effect of GDF11 on MSC differentiation. In summary, our study unveils the function of GDF11 in the pro-angiogenic activities of MSCs by enhancing endothelial differentiation via the TGFβ-R/ERK/EIF4E pathway.
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- Chi Zhang
- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Stem Cell and Tissue Engineering Research Laboratory, PLA Rocket Force Characteristic Medical Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Second Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.,Cardiovascular Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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Hoseinkhani Z, Norooznezhad F, Rastegari-Pouyani M, Mansouri K. Medicinal Plants Extracts with Antiangiogenic Activity: Where Is the Link? Adv Pharm Bull 2020; 10:370-378. [PMID: 32665895 PMCID: PMC7335987 DOI: 10.34172/apb.2020.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2019] [Revised: 12/08/2019] [Accepted: 12/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Angiogenesis is a strictly controlled process defined as the formation of new blood vessels essential for certain physiologic and pathologic conditions where the latter includes tumor growth, development, and metastasis. Thus, inhibiting angiogenesis along with other anticancer strategies such as chemotherapy seems to be invaluable for reaching an optimal outcome in cancer patients. It has been shown that some natural plant-derived compounds are capable of preventing the formation of these new blood vessels in the tumor and also inhibit the proliferation and growth of the cancer cells. In this review, we intend to introduce plants with anti-angiogenic properties and discuss their related features.
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- Zohreh Hoseinkhani
- Medical Biology Research Center Medical Sciences, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Medical Biology Research Center Medical Sciences, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Medical Biology Research Center Medical Sciences, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah, Iran
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Zhang TR, Huang WQ. Angiogenic circular RNAs: A new landscape in cardiovascular diseases. Microvasc Res 2020; 129:103983. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mvr.2020.103983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2019] [Revised: 01/08/2020] [Accepted: 01/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Epigallocatechin-3-gallate inhibits tumor angiogenesis: involvement of endoglin/Smad1 signaling in human umbilical vein endothelium cells. Biomed Pharmacother 2019; 120:109491. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2019.109491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2019] [Revised: 09/16/2019] [Accepted: 09/22/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Tarhriz V, Eyvazi S, Musavi M, Abasi M, Sharifi K, Ghanbarian H, Hejazi MS. Transient induction of Cdk9 in the early stage of differentiation is critical for myogenesis. J Cell Biochem 2019; 120:18854-18861. [PMID: 31257635 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.29204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2018] [Revised: 05/24/2019] [Accepted: 05/29/2019] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Cdk9 is a serine-threonine protein kinase that has been recognized as a regulator of cardiac differentiation. Recently, we have reported that transient induction of Cdk9 using noncoding RNA targeting Cdk9 sequences results in efficient cardiac differentiation. Concerning Cdk9 regulatory roles, here, we proposed whether constant overexpression of Cdk9 might influence the differentiation of myoblast C2C12 cells into myotubes. We overexpressed Cdk9 in mouse myoblast C2C12 cells to investigate its regulatory roles on myogenic differentiation. Upon Cdk9 overexpression, the expression level of myogenic regulatory factors was determined. Moreover, the expression profile of three important myomiRs consist of miR 1, 133 and 206 was examined during the differentiation process. Although Cdk9 expression is necessary for inducing differentiation in the early stage of myogenesis, continuous Cdk9 expression inhibits differentiation by modulating myomiRs and myogenic gene expression. Our results indicate that the transient induction of Cdk9 in the early stage of differentiation is critical for myogenesis.
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- Vahideh Tarhriz
- Molecular Medicine Research Center, Biomedicine institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Biotechnology, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Biotechnology, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Immunogenetics Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Molecular and Cell Biology Research Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Applied Cell Sciences, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Biology Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Biotechnology, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.,Department of Applied Cell Sciences, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Molecular Medicine Research Center, Biomedicine institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.,Department of Pharmaceutical biotechnology, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Aragón J, Costa C, Coelhoso I, Mendoza G, Aguiar-Ricardo A, Irusta S. Electrospun asymmetric membranes for wound dressing applications. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2019; 103:109822. [PMID: 31349490 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2019.109822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2018] [Revised: 04/22/2019] [Accepted: 05/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
To accomplish a rapid wound healing it is necessary to develop an asymmetric membrane with interconnected pores consisting of a top layer that prevents rapid dehydration of the wound and bacteria penetration and a sub-layer with high absorption capacity and bactericidal properties. Polycaprolactone (PCL)/polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) asymmetric membranes loaded with the bactericidal monoterpene carvacrol (CRV) were synthesized and characterized by scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Mechanical properties in dry and wet conditions and fluid handling behavior were also assessed. In addition, biological studies regarding their bactericidal effects, cytocompatibility and wound closure properties were also developed. Loading efficiencies of 40-50% were achieved in the prepared samples and 85-100% of the loaded CRV was released in simulated wound pH evolution medium. The significant inhibition of Gram negative (Escherichia coli S17) and Gram positive (Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923) bacteria growth clearly showed the suitability of the fabricated membranes for wound healing applications. Furthermore, cytocompatibility of the loaded membranes was demonstrated both in 2D and 3D human dermal fibroblast cultures, as well as cell migration was not impaired by released carvacrol from the membranes. These results highlight the potential of these polymeric electrospun membranes for wound healing.
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- Javier Aragón
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Aragon Institute of Nanoscience (INA), University of Zaragoza, Campus Rio Ebro-Edificio I+D, C/Mariano Esquillor S/N, 50018 Zaragoza, Spain; Aragon Health Research Institute (IIS Aragon), 50009 Zaragoza, Spain
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- LAQV, REQUIMTE, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campus de Caparica, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- LAQV, REQUIMTE, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campus de Caparica, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Aragon Institute of Nanoscience (INA), University of Zaragoza, Campus Rio Ebro-Edificio I+D, C/Mariano Esquillor S/N, 50018 Zaragoza, Spain; Aragon Health Research Institute (IIS Aragon), 50009 Zaragoza, Spain.
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- LAQV, REQUIMTE, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Ciências e Tecnologia, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campus de Caparica, 2829-516 Caparica, Portugal
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Aragon Institute of Nanoscience (INA), University of Zaragoza, Campus Rio Ebro-Edificio I+D, C/Mariano Esquillor S/N, 50018 Zaragoza, Spain; Aragon Health Research Institute (IIS Aragon), 50009 Zaragoza, Spain; Networking Research Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine, CIBER-BBN, 28029 Madrid, Spain.
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Chemical characterization and acaricidal activity of Drimia maritima (L) bulbs and Dittrichia viscosa leaves against Dermanyssus gallinae. Vet Parasitol 2019; 268:61-66. [PMID: 30981307 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2019.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2018] [Revised: 03/08/2019] [Accepted: 03/13/2019] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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The emergence of resistance to chemical acaricides in Dermanyssus gallinae, together with their toxicity and high costs, has prompted investigations into the use of plant extracts as alternatives to chemical acaricidal treatments. Drimia maritima bulbs and Dittrichia viscosa (D. viscosa) leaf extracts were here characterized by HPLC-PDA-ESI-MS/MS, and their toxicity against D. gallinae was evaluated using contact methods. Twenty-nine compounds were identified in D. maritima extracts, with glucoscilliphaeoside derivatives (i.e., quercetin, kaempferol and bufadienolides) as the major components. Twenty-four phenolic compounds, mainly caffeic acid derivatives, were detected in D. viscosa extracts. D. maritima extracts displayed a significantly higher (p < 0.05) acaricidal activity than D. viscosa extracts, with 100% of D. gallinae mortality at a concentration of 100 mg/mL following 24 h exposure. The mortality rate of D. gallinae induced by D. viscosa extracts ranged from 25 to 45% following 48 h exposure at a concentration of 200 mg/mL. The acetonic extract of D. viscosa and D. maritima displayed the highest efficacy against D. gallinae. This study provides evidence of the diversity of bioactive compounds present in D. maritima bulbs and D. viscosa leaf extracts, which are both efficacious against D. gallinae. The higher efficacy of D. maritima bulb extracts might be linked to the presence of bufadienolides in its extracts.
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Kowalcze M, Jakubowska M. Voltammetric determination of carvacrol on Boron Doped Diamond Electrode. Anal Chim Acta 2019; 1045:98-107. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2018.08.061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2018] [Revised: 07/25/2018] [Accepted: 08/31/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Costa MF, Durço AO, Rabelo TK, Barreto RDSS, Guimarães AG. Effects of Carvacrol, Thymol and essential oils containing such monoterpenes on wound healing: a systematic review. J Pharm Pharmacol 2018; 71:141-155. [DOI: 10.1111/jphp.13054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2018] [Accepted: 11/18/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Objectives
The treatment of wounds accounts for a considerable fraction of health expenses as well as serious socioeconomic problems. The use of natural substances stands out as a source of new therapeutic discoveries for the wound healing. Thus, this review compiled scientific findings on the applicability of carvacrol and thymol, or essential oils containing at least one of these compounds, for the treatment of wounds.
Methods
This review was performed at PubMed, SCOPUS, Web of Science databases using keywords as wound healing, thymol/carvacrol and essential oils. Thirteen studies were selected for discussion.
Key findings
Thymol/carvacrol was able to act in the three phases of wound healing. In the first phase, they showed modulatory effect of the inflammatory cytokines, oxidative stress and antimicrobial power. In the second phase, they promoted re-epithelialization, angiogenesis and development of granulation tissue. Finally, in the third phase, they improve the collagen deposition and modulated the growth of fibroblasts and keratinocytes.
Conclusions
These compounds present a high potential for the development of new therapeutic for wound repair. However, dose, efficacy and safety of these compounds for the treatment of wounds, as well as the mechanisms by which those effects can be observed, are challenges for future studies.
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- Michelle Fonseca Costa
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Aplicadas à Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Aplicadas à Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Aplicadas à Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Aplicadas à Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
- Departamento de Educação em Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Aplicadas à Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
- Departamento de Educação em Saúde, Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Lagarto, Sergipe, Brazil
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Keshavarz S, Nassiri SM, Siavashi V, Alimi NS. Regulation of plasticity and biological features of endothelial progenitor cells by MSC-derived SDF-1. BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-MOLECULAR CELL RESEARCH 2018; 1866:296-304. [PMID: 30502369 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbamcr.2018.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2018] [Revised: 10/24/2018] [Accepted: 11/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Bone marrow (BM) is a source of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs). MSCs provide a specific niche in the BM and biological features of EPCs may be changed with this niche. Stromal cell-derived factor 1 (SDF-1) secreted from primary BM-MSCs and biological features of this niche on EPC development are still yet to be understood. The aim of this study was to evaluate the role of SDF-1 produced by MSCs on EPC development. We applied the CRISPR/Cas9 system for the knock-out of the SDF-1 gene in BM-derived MSCs. BM-derived EPCs were then cocultured with MSCsSDF-1-/- or MSCsSDF-1+/+ to identify the role of MSC-derived SDF-1α on proliferation, migration and angiogenic activity of EPCs. Next, pre-expanded EPCs were harvested and co-transplanted with MSCsSDF-1-/- or MSCsSDF-1+/+ into sublethally irradiated mice to analyze the potency of these cells for marrow reconstitution. Our results revealed that proliferation, colony formation, migration and angiogenic activity of EPCs was significantly increased after coculture with MSCsSDF-1+/+. We also found that co-transplantation of EPCs with MSCsSDF-1+/+, in contrast to MSCsSDF-1-/-, into irradiated mice resulted in marrow repopulation and hematologic recovery, leading to improved survival of transplanted mice. In conclusions, MSC-derived SDF-1 niche plays an important role in the development of EPCs and this niche is essential for bone marrow repopulation by these cells and can enhance the efficiency of EPC therapy for ischemic diseases.
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- Samaneh Keshavarz
- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Marchese A, Arciola CR, Coppo E, Barbieri R, Barreca D, Chebaibi S, Sobarzo-Sánchez E, Nabavi SF, Nabavi SM, Daglia M. The natural plant compound carvacrol as an antimicrobial and anti-biofilm agent: mechanisms, synergies and bio-inspired anti-infective materials. BIOFOULING 2018; 34:630-656. [PMID: 30067078 DOI: 10.1080/08927014.2018.1480756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2017] [Accepted: 05/20/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Carvacrol (5-isopropyl-2-methyl phenol) is a natural compound that occurs in the leaves of a number of plants and herbs including wild bergamot, thyme and pepperwort, but which is most abundant in oregano. The aim of this review is to analyse the scientific data from the last five years (2012-2017) on the antimicrobial and anti-biofilm activities of carvacrol, targeting different bacteria and fungi responsible for human infectious diseases. The antimicrobial and anti-biofilm mechanisms of carvacrol and its synergies with antibiotics are illustrated. The potential of carvacrol-loaded anti-infective nanomaterials is underlined. Carvacrol shows excellent antimicrobial and anti-biofilm activities, and is a very interesting bioactive compound against fungi and a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, and being active against both planktonic and sessile human pathogens. Moreover, carvacrol lends itself to being combined with nanomaterials, thus providing an opportunity for preventing biofilm-associated infections by new bio-inspired, anti-infective materials.
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- Anna Marchese
- a Microbiology Section DISC-Ospedale Policlinico San Martino , University of Genoa , Genoa , Italy
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- b Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine , University of Bologna , Bologna , Italy
- c Research Unit on Implant Infections , Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute , Bologna , Italy
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- d Microbiology Section DISC , University of Genoa , Genoa , Italy
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- d Microbiology Section DISC , University of Genoa , Genoa , Italy
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- e Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences , University of Messina , Messina , Italy
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- f Department of Health and Environment, Science Faculty , University Moulay Ismail , Meknes , Morocco
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- g Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy , University of Santiago de Compostela , Spain
- h Instituto de Investigación e Innovación en Salud, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud , Universidad Central de Chile , Chile
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- i Applied Biotechnology Research Center , Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- i Applied Biotechnology Research Center , Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences , Tehran , Iran
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- j Department of Drug Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology Section , University of Pavia , Pavia , Italy
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