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Yu F, Wang L, Yuan H, Gao Z, He L, Hu F. Wasp venom-induced acute kidney injury: current progress and prospects. Ren Fail 2023; 45:2259230. [PMID: 38376456 PMCID: PMC10512847 DOI: 10.1080/0886022x.2023.2259230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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Wasp venom can trigger local and systemic reactions, with the kidneys being commonly affected, potentially causing acute kidney injury (AKI). Despite of the recent advances, our knowledge on the underlying mechanisms of toxicity and targeted therapies remain poor. AKI can result from direct nephrotoxic effects of the wasp venom or secondary rhabdomyolysis and intravascular hemolysis, which will release myoglobin and free hemoglobin. Inflammatory responses play a central role in these pathological mechanisms. Noteworthily, the successful establishment of a suitable experimental model can assist in basic research and clinical advancements related to wasp venom-induced AKI. The combination of therapeutic plasma exchange and continuous renal replacement therapy appears to be the preferred treatment for wasp venom-induced AKI. In addition, studies on cilastatin and varespladib for wasp venom-induced AKI treatment have shown their potential as therapeutic agents. This review summarizes the available evidence on the mechanisms and treatment of wasp venom-induced AKI, with a particular focus on the role of inflammatory responses and potential targets for therapeutic drugs, and, therefore, aiming to support the development of clinical treatment against wasp venom-induced AKI.
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- Fanglin Yu
- School of Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, China
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Pattaranggoon NC, Daduang S, Rungrotmongkol T, Teajaroen W, Tipmanee V, Hannongbua S. Computational model for lipid binding regions in phospholipase (Ves a 1) from Vespa venom. Sci Rep 2023; 13:10652. [PMID: 37391452 PMCID: PMC10313747 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-36742-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023] Open
Abstract
The Thai banded tiger wasp (Vespa affinis) is a dangerous vespid species found in Southeast Asia, and its stings often result in fatalities due to the presence of lethal phospholipase A[Formula: see text], known as Vespapase or Ves a 1. Developing anti-venoms for Ves a 1 using chemical drugs, such as chemical drug guide, remains a challenging task. In this study, we screened 2056 drugs against the opening conformation of the venom using the ZINC 15 and e-Drug 3D databases. The binding free energy of the top five drug candidates complexed with Ves a 1 was calculated using 300-ns-MD trajectories. Our results revealed that voxilaprevir had a higher binding free energy at the catalytic sites than other drug candidates. Furthermore, the MD simulation results indicated that voxilaprevir formed stable conformations within the catalytic pocket. Consequently, voxilaprevir could act as a potent inhibitor, opening up avenues for the development of more effective anti-venom therapeutics for Ves a 1.
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- Nawanwat C Pattaranggoon
- Programme in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Graduate school, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
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- Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, 40002, Thailand
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- Programme in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Graduate school, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Center of Excellence in Structural and Computational Biology, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand
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- Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Center for Innovation and Standard for Medical Technology and Physical Therapy, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, 40002, Thailand
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla, 90110, Thailand.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Center of Excellence in Computational Chemistry (CECC), Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand.
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Guido-Patiño JC, Plisson F. Profiling hymenopteran venom toxins: Protein families, structural landscape, biological activities, and pharmacological benefits. Toxicon X 2022; 14:100119. [PMID: 35372826 PMCID: PMC8971319 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxcx.2022.100119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2022] [Revised: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Hymenopterans are an untapped source of venom secretions. Their recent proteo-transcriptomic studies have revealed an extraordinary pool of toxins that participate in various biological processes, including pain, paralysis, allergic reactions, and antimicrobial activities. Comprehensive and clade-specific campaigns to collect hymenopteran venoms are therefore needed. We consider that data-driven bioprospecting may help prioritise sampling and alleviate associated costs. This work established the current protein landscape from hymenopteran venoms to evaluate possible sample bias by studying their origins, sequence diversity, known structures, and biological functions. We collected all 282 reported hymenopteran toxins (peptides and proteins) from the UniProt database that we clustered into 21 protein families from the three studied clades - wasps, bees, and ants. We identified 119 biological targets of hymenopteran toxins ranging from pathogen membranes to eukaryotic proteases, ion channels and protein receptors. Our systematic study further extended to hymenopteran toxins' therapeutic and biotechnological values, where we revealed promising applications in crop pests, human infections, autoimmune diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders. The hymenopteran toxin diversity includes 21 protein families from 81 species. Some toxins are shared across wasps, bees and ants, others are clade-specific. Their venoms contain membrane-active peptides, neurotoxins, allergens and enzymes. Hymenopteran toxins have been tested against a total of 119 biological targets. Hymenopteran toxins were predominantly evaluated as anti-infective agents.
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- Juan Carlos Guido-Patiño
- Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados Del IPN (CINVESTAV), Unidad de Genómica Avanzada, Laboratorio Nacional de Genómica para La Biodiversidad (Langebio), Irapuato, Guanajuato, 36824, Mexico
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- CONACYT, Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados Del IPN (CINVESTAV), Unidad de Genómica Avanzada, Laboratorio Nacional de Genómica para La Biodiversidad (Langebio), Irapuato, Guanajuato, 36824, Mexico
- Corresponding author.
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Rungsa P, Peigneur S, Jangpromma N, Klaynongsruang S, Tytgat J, Daduang S. In Silico and In Vitro Structure-Activity Relationship of Mastoparan and Its Analogs. MOLECULES (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 27:molecules27020561. [PMID: 35056876 PMCID: PMC8779355 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27020561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Revised: 01/06/2022] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Antimicrobial peptides are an important class of therapeutic agent used against a wide range of pathogens such as Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Mastoparan (MpVT) is an α-helix and amphipathic tetradecapeptide obtained from Vespa tropica venom. This peptide exhibits antibacterial activity. In this work, we investigate the effect of amino acid substitutions and deletion of the first three C-terminal residues on the structure–activity relationship. In this in silico study, the predicted structure of MpVT and its analog have characteristic features of linear cationic peptides rich in hydrophobic and basic amino acids without disulfide bonds. The secondary structure and the biological activity of six designed analogs are studied. The biological activity assays show that the substitution of phenylalanine (MpVT1) results in a higher antibacterial activity than that of MpVT without increasing toxicity. The analogs with the first three deleted C-terminal residues showed decreased antibacterial and hemolytic activity. The CD (circular dichroism) spectra of these peptides show a high content α-helical conformation in the presence of 40% 2,2,2-trifluoroethanol (TFE). In conclusion, the first three C-terminal deletions reduced the length of the α-helix, explaining the decreased biological activity. MpVTs show that the hemolytic activity of mastoparan is correlated to mean hydrophobicity and mean hydrophobic moment. The position and spatial arrangement of specific hydrophobic residues on the non-polar face of α-helical AMPs may be crucial for the interaction of AMPs with cell membranes.
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- Prapenpuksiri Rungsa
- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand; (P.R.); (N.J.); (S.K.)
- Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Toxicology and Pharmacology, Campus Gasthuisberg, University of Leuven (KU Leuven), O&N 2, P.O. Box 922, Herestraat 49, 3000 Leuven, Belgium;
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand; (P.R.); (N.J.); (S.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand; (P.R.); (N.J.); (S.K.)
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Toxicology and Pharmacology, Campus Gasthuisberg, University of Leuven (KU Leuven), O&N 2, P.O. Box 922, Herestraat 49, 3000 Leuven, Belgium;
- Correspondence: (J.T.); (S.D.)
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand; (P.R.); (N.J.); (S.K.)
- Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
- Correspondence: (J.T.); (S.D.)
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Wu YH, Zhang Y, Fang DQ, Chen J, Wang JA, Jiang L, Lv ZF. Characterization of the Composition and Biological Activity of the Venom from Vespa bicolor Fabricius, a Wasp from South China. Toxins (Basel) 2022; 14:toxins14010059. [PMID: 35051036 PMCID: PMC8777732 DOI: 10.3390/toxins14010059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Revised: 01/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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We analyzed, for the first time, the major components and biological properties of the venom of Vespa bicolor, a wasp from South China. Using HPLC and SDS-PAGE, combined with LC–MS/MS, MALDI-TOF-MS, and NMR data to analyze V. bicolor venom (VBV), we found that VBV contains three proteins (hyaluronidase A, phospholipase A1 (two isoforms), and antigen 5 protein) with allergenic activity, two unreported proteins (proteins 5 and 6), and two active substances with large quantities (mastoparan-like peptide 12a (Vb-MLP 12a), and 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT)). In addition, the antimicrobial activity of VBV was determined, and results showed that it had a significant effect against anaerobic bacteria. The minimum inhibitory concentration and minimum bactericidal concentration for Propionibacterium acnes were 12.5 µg/mL. Unsurprisingly, VBV had strong antioxidant activity because of the abundance of 5-HT. Contrary to other Vespa venom, VBV showed significant anti-inflammatory activity, even at low concentrations (1 µg/mL), and we found that Vb-MLP 12a showed pro-inflammatory activity by promoting the proliferation of RAW 264.7 cells. Cytotoxicity studies showed that VBV had similar antiproliferative effects against all tested tumor cell lines (HepG2, Hela, MCF-7, A549, and SASJ-1), with HepG2 being the most susceptible. Overall, this study on VBV has high clinical importance and promotes the development of Vespa bicolor resources.
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- Yong-Hua Wu
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.-H.W.); (D.-Q.F.)
- Guangdong Technology Research Center for Advanced Chinese Medicine, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.Z.); (J.C.)
- Production and Research Base for Wasp Deinsectization, Guangdong Huxin Biotech Technology Co., Ltd., Jiangmen 529245, China;
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- Guangdong Technology Research Center for Advanced Chinese Medicine, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.Z.); (J.C.)
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.-H.W.); (D.-Q.F.)
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- Guangdong Technology Research Center for Advanced Chinese Medicine, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.Z.); (J.C.)
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- Production and Research Base for Wasp Deinsectization, Guangdong Huxin Biotech Technology Co., Ltd., Jiangmen 529245, China;
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- Guangdong Technology Research Center for Advanced Chinese Medicine, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.Z.); (J.C.)
- Correspondence: (L.J.); (Z.-F.L.)
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Drug Delivery Systems, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.-H.W.); (D.-Q.F.)
- Correspondence: (L.J.); (Z.-F.L.)
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Yuan H, Gao Z, Chen G, Peng C, Sun Y, Jiang B, Zhou H, Cheng Y, Hu F, Zhang Q. An integrative proteomics metabolomics based strategy reveals the mechanisms involved in wasp sting induced acute kidney injury. Toxicon 2021; 205:1-10. [PMID: 34773816 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2021.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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The pathophysiological mechanisms involved in wasp-sting-induced acute kidney injury (AKI) remain largely unknown. Here, we combined proteomics and metabolomics to investigate the mechanisms behind multiple wasp sting-induced AKI. Interestingly, we found many differentially abundant proteins in the serum of AKI group compared with that of the non-AKI and control groups, involved in several metabolic pathways and the regulation of cellular processes. In addition, we also detected differentially abundant metabolites in the AKI group; among them many were involved in the glycerophospholipid metabolic pathway (the key pathway in the context of AKI): 50 metabolites, all downregulated in the AKI group. Importantly, the convergent analysis of metabolomics and proteomics data revealed that biomarkers of rhabdomyolysis (CA 3, MYL3, and LDH) and hemolysis (ALT and LDH) were integrated into a regulatory network with phospholipid metabolism products in the AKI group, indicating that wasp sting-induced AKI is secondary to rhabdomyolysis and intravascular hemolysis. Of note, such a phenotype suggests the disruption of the membrane of skeletal muscle cells and red blood cells mediated by the phospholipase A1 (PLA1), PLA2, and mastoparan in the wasp venom, via the disruption of membrane glycerophospholipids. Overall, our results highlight a potential new mechanism behind wasp sting-induced AKI and suggest that PLA inhibitors may be potential agents for the treatment of this condition.
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- Hai Yuan
- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, People's Hospital of Weifang, Weifang, 261000, Shandong, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, People's Hospital of Baokang, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, Nanzhang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, Baokang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, People's Hospital of Gucheng, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, People's Hospital of Nanzhang, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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Herrera C, Leza M, Martínez-López E. Diversity of compounds in Vespa spp. venom and the epidemiology of its sting: a global appraisal. Arch Toxicol 2020; 94:3609-3627. [PMID: 32700166 DOI: 10.1007/s00204-020-02859-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2020] [Accepted: 05/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Poisonous animals imply a risk to human life, because their venom is a complex mixture of low molecular weight components, peptides and proteins. Hornets use the venom for self-defence, to repel intruders and to capture prey, but they can cause poisoning and allergic reactions to people. In particular, they seem to be a health problem in the countries where they are native due to their sting, which in the most severe cases can lead to severe or fatal systemic anaphylaxis. But this situation is being an emerging problem for new countries and continents because hornet incursions are increasing in the global change scenario, such as in Europe and America. Furthermore, 55 detailed cases of hornet sting were found in 27 papers during the current review where 36.4% died due to, mainly, a multi-organ failure, where renal failure and liver dysfunction were the most common complications. Moreover, the great taxonomic, ecological diversity, geographical distribution and the wide spectrum of pathophysiological symptoms of hornets have been the focus of new research. Considering this, the present systematic review summarizes the current knowledge about the components of Vespa venom and the epidemiology of its sting to serve as reference for the new research focused on the development of techniques for diagnosis, new drugs and treatments of its sting.
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- Cayetano Herrera
- Department of Biology (Zoology), University of the Balearic Islands, Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain
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- Department of Biology (Zoology), University of the Balearic Islands, Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain.
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- Area of Toxicology, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Murcia, 30100, Murcia, Spain.,Toxicology and Risk Assessment Group, Biomedical Research Institute of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), University of Murcia, 30100, Murcia, Spain
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Risk factors of acute kidney injury induced by multiple wasp stings. Toxicon 2020; 182:1-6. [PMID: 32387349 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2020.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2020] [Revised: 04/27/2020] [Accepted: 05/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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In Asia, acute kidney injury (AKI) induced by wasp stings is common; however, the pathophysiological mechanisms involved remain unclear. To evaluate the mechanisms associated with AKI induced by wasp stings, we conducted a retrospective cohort study that assessed blood and urinary samples from 112 patients with hospital admissions resulting from wasp stings. These samples were divided into those with AKI and without AKI as described in the Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) database. Of the patients, 48.2% presented with an elevated number of leukocytes (median 19.9 vs. 15.8 × 109/L), serum creatinine (median 122.0 vs. 66.0 μmol/L), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) (median 176 vs. 32 U/L), aspartate aminotransferase (AST) (median 402 vs. 37 U/L), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) (median 3076.0 vs. 300.0 U/L), creatine kinase (CK) (median 9990.0 vs. 261.0 U/L), creatine kinase myocardial band (CK-mb) (median 200.0 vs. 29.5 U/L), activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) (median 70.0 vs. 42.5s), prothrombin time (PT) (median 15.0 vs. 12.5s), myoglobin (median 2200.0 vs. 78.0 ng/mL), proteinuria (51.9% vs. 17.2% ≥ 1+), and urinary monocyte chemotactic protein-1 (MCP-1) (median 432.0 vs. 177.0 pg/mL), and subsequently developed AKI. As determined by multivariate logistic regression analysis, elevated leukocytes (>10 × 109/L) [OR 1.12 (95% CI 1.02-1.23)], high myoglobin (>1200 ng/mL) [OR 18.51 (95% CI 1.51-132.27)], and high urinary MCP-1 (>200 pg/mL) [OR 5.42 (95% CI 1.27-30.39)] on admission were independent risk factors for AKI. At admission, baseline values for ALT, aspartate aminotransferase (AST), LDH, CK-mb, APTT, PT, and proteinuria were higher for those who later died as well as for those who developed end-stage renal disease (ESRD). No patients without AKI died or developed ESRD. The present study explored the pathophysiology of AKI induced by wasp stings based on the findings of risk factors as well as factors related to outcomes. An understanding of AKI induced by wasp stings allows better treatment options and clinical management for wasp stings patients.
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Rungsa P, Janpan P, Saengkun Y, Jangpromma N, Klaynongsruang S, Patramanon R, Uawonggul N, Daduang J, Daduang S. Heterologous expression and mutagenesis of recombinant Vespa affinis hyaluronidase protein (rVesA2). J Venom Anim Toxins Incl Trop Dis 2019; 25:e20190030. [PMID: 31839801 PMCID: PMC6892566 DOI: 10.1590/1678-9199-jvatitd-2019-0030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2019] [Accepted: 10/18/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Background Crude venom of the banded tiger waspVespa affinis contains a variety of enzymes including hyaluronidases, commonly known as spreading factors. Methods The cDNA cloning, sequence analysis and structural modelling of V. affinis venom hyaluronidase (VesA2) were herein described. Moreover, heterologous expression and mutagenesis of rVesA2 were performed. Results V. affinis venom hyaluronidase full sequence is composed of 331 amino acids, with four predicted N-glycosylation sites. It was classified into the glycoside hydrolase family 56. The homology modelling exhibited a central core (α/β)7 composed of Asp107 and Glu109, acting as the catalytic residues. The recombinant protein was successfully expressed in E. coli with hyaluronidase activity. A recombinant mutant type with the double point mutation, Asp107Asn and Glu109Gln, completely lost this activity. The hyaluronidase from crude venom exhibited activity from pH 2 to 7. The recombinant wild type showed its maximal activity at pH 2 but decreased rapidly to nearly zero at pH 3 and was completely lost at pH 4. Conclusion The recombinant wild-type protein showed its maximal activity at pH 2, more acidic pH than that found in the crude venom. The glycosylation was predicted to be responsible for the pH optimum and thermal stability of the enzymes activity.
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- Prapenpuksiri Rungsa
- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand.,Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand.,Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand.,Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Faculty of Science, Nakhon Phanom University, Nakhon Phanom, 48000, Thailand
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- Centre for Research and Development of Medical Diagnostic Laboratories, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Protein and Proteomics Research Center for Commercial and Industrial Purposes (ProCCI), Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand.,Division of Pharmacognosy and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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Gong J, Yuan H, Gao Z, Hu F. Wasp venom and acute kidney injury: The mechanisms and therapeutic role of renal replacement therapy. Toxicon 2019; 163:1-7. [PMID: 30880185 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2019.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2018] [Revised: 03/07/2019] [Accepted: 03/11/2019] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
Abstract
Stinging accidents involving wasp venom are a notable cause of acute kidney injury (AKI) in Asia. However, very little attention has been paid to the understanding of the mechanisms involved in this type of AKI. The aims of this review are to explore the evidence for the mechanisms and the therapeutic role of renal replacement therapy of wasp venom and AKI. A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed for the association among wasp venom and AKI. Wasp venom is a complex mixture of biologically active components, including enzymes, amines, and peptides. Wasp venom may induce local anaphylaxis reactions as well as systemic reactions such as AKI. AKI may develop as a result of direct nephrotoxic effects of the venom or secondary intravascular hemolysis and/or rhabdomyolysis. Histopathological features of renal biopsies predominantly include acute tubular necrosis and acute interstitial nephritis. Renal replacement therapy, which includes intermittent hemodialysis, hemoperfusion, plasmapheresis, continuous renal replacement therapy, and peritoneal dialysis, has been used to treat severe AKI cases induced by wasp stings. Continuous renal replacement therapy appears to provide more benefit than intermittent hemodialysis in the treatment of wasp sting-induced AKI. In this review, we summarize the existing evidence of the mechanisms and treatment for venom-induced AKI, with a particular emphasis on the role of renal replacement therapy in the management of severe AKI following massive wasp stings.
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- Jianhua Gong
- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Xiangyang Central Hospital, Affiliated Hospital of Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang, 441000, Hubei, China.
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Perez-Riverol A, Lasa AM, Dos Santos-Pinto JRA, Palma MS. Insect venom phospholipases A1 and A2: Roles in the envenoming process and allergy. INSECT BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2019; 105:10-24. [PMID: 30582958 DOI: 10.1016/j.ibmb.2018.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2018] [Revised: 12/10/2018] [Accepted: 12/18/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
Abstract
Insect venom phospholipases have been identified in nearly all clinically relevant social Hymenoptera, including bees, wasps and ants. Among other biological roles, during the envenoming process these enzymes cause the disruption of cellular membranes and induce hypersensitive reactions, including life threatening anaphylaxis. While phospholipase A2 (PLA2) is a predominant component of bee venoms, phospholipase A1 (PLA1) is highly abundant in wasps and ants. The pronounced prevalence of IgE-mediated reactivity to these allergens in sensitized patients emphasizes their important role as major elicitors of Hymenoptera venom allergy (HVA). PLA1 and -A2 represent valuable marker allergens for differentiation of genuine sensitizations to bee and/or wasp venoms from cross-reactivity. Moreover, in massive attacks, insect venom phospholipases often cause several pathologies that can lead to fatalities. This review summarizes the available data related to structure, model of enzymatic activity and pathophysiological roles during envenoming process of insect venom phospholipases A1 and -A2.
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Affiliation(s)
- Amilcar Perez-Riverol
- Center of the Study of Social Insects, Department of Biology, Institute of Biosciences of Rio Claro, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rio Claro, SP, 13500, Brazil
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- Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Biomedical Research Division, Department of System Biology, Ave. 31, e/158 and 190, P.O. Box 6162, Cubanacan, Playa, Havana, 10600, Cuba
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- Center of the Study of Social Insects, Department of Biology, Institute of Biosciences of Rio Claro, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rio Claro, SP, 13500, Brazil
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- Center of the Study of Social Insects, Department of Biology, Institute of Biosciences of Rio Claro, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Rio Claro, SP, 13500, Brazil.
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